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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
. ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(April 17,
1990)
(APPROVED)
ORD. & RES.
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
CLOSED
SES'S'lON
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PUBLIC
HEARING
(T.A. 90-003
CoHWMP reo
Haz.Waste
Facilities)
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
MAY I, 1990
The City Council and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in
a regular session Tuesday, May I, 1990 at 7:40 p.m in the
Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber.
Rev. Russell T. Williams, The Santa Anita Church
Mayor Pro Tern Charles Gilb
PRESENT: Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
ABSENT: None
On MOTION by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember
Ciraulo and CARRIED, the Minutes of the Adjourned and Regular
Meetings of April 17, 1990 were APPROVED,
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED that Ordinances and Resolutions be read
by title only and that the reading in full be waived.
Mayor Young introduced Mr. Albert Miller, Field Representative
for State Assemblyman Richard Mountjoy, who was present in
the audience.
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney announced that, "The City Council and Agency
met in a CLOSED SESSION this evening pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956. 9(a) to discuss the existing lawsuit of
Arcadia Redevelopment Agency versus Kiewit, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(c), the Agency also met in
CLOSED SESSION with regard to the pending eminent domain case
and the establishment of just compensation relative to the
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad".
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The Los Angeles County has a Waste Management Plan which was
approved by the State Department of Health Services in
November of 1989. State law requires that within 180 days of
the County's adoption of the Plan, cities are required to take
one of several actions. Arcadia is selecting Item No. "C" of
the ,May 1, 1990 staff report which states: "Enact an
ordinance which requires that all applicable zoning,
subdivision, conditional use permit, and variance decisions
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MOTION
ORDINANCE
NO. 1922
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PUBLIC HEARING
(Capital
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1990,91 thru
1994-95)
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are consistent with the portion of the final CoHWMP which
identify general areas for siting criteria for off-site
hazardous waste management facilities". The Plan also
establishes siting criteria for development of all types of
off-site hRzardous waste management facilities. Three
criteria are believed to be the most limiting in terms of the
potential for these types of facilities to locate within
Arcadia. First, a buffer zone of 2000 feet is required
between any hazardous waste residual repository of any
permanently inhabited residence. Second, the facilities must
be located outside the cone of depression created by pumping
a well or well field for 90 days unless an effective
hydrogeologic barrier to vertical flow exists. Third, the
residual repositories should be prohibited within areas known I
or suspected to be supplying principal recharge to a regional
aquifer. The hazardous waste facility will require a
conditional use permit for any location within either of the
City's two industrially zoned areas, however, within these two
areas, they are all within 2000 feet of residential units.
Staff does not feel that there is any place within Arcadia
which would meet the criteria that has been set forth. The
City is required to conform to the State requirement and adopt
an ordinance or take one of the other actions. A Negative
Declaration has been prepared and the Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Mayor Young declared the public hearing open. No one desiring
to speak, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember
Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Ciraulo and CARRIED.
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Mayor
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE Text
Amendment No. 90-003; FILE the Negative Declaration and find
the text amendment will not have a significant effect on the
environment; and INTRODUCE Ordinance No. 1922 entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A
TITLE 5 TO DIVISION 6 PART 5 OF CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IX OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS AND
CONSISTENCY WITH THE COUNTY HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITIES IN THE M-l AND M-2 ZONES OF THE
CITY".
AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
Consideration of Capital Improvement Program for 1990-91
through 1994- 95; described as a general plan for financial
guidance reflecting the thinking of the City regarding
projects contemplated during th~ next five years.
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A brief question and answer time
responding to Council's concerns
expenditures as follows:
commenced with staff
to certain requested
Building imurovements - Fire Station No.2 (630 S. Baldwin Ave)
Negotiations with Fashion Park are in progress for a small
portion of land adjacent to ~he fire station which will
facilitate the enlargement arid remodeling of the station.
It was noted that the station,will be enlarged to accom-
modate a larger fire truck to be used primarily to fight
major fires at the race track or Fashion Park, if that
should occur.
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Automatic defibrillators and portable computers - Fire Dept.
The new automatic defibrillators and portable computers will
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facilitate the rescue effort of potential heart attack
victims before the paramedic unit arrives at the scene.
Eventually, wl,2n replaced, the older equipment can be sold
to other ambulance companies.
Disaster nrenaredness eauioment
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The equipment and supplies for this program will be stored
at several locations in the City; the Fire Department Head-
quarters on Santa Anita where the Emergency Operations
Center (EOC) is located; the City Yard; Police Department
and City Hall. The site itself will determine which items
are stored at each location. Items such as food and water
will be monitored and replaced periodically. Concern was
expressed of the cost of all the equipment and other
supplies. Also, the possibility of storing it and losing
track of the purpose. Staff commented that constant drills
and exercises are conducted to utilize the equipment.
Street sweeper - Public Works
A 20 year old street sweeper will be replaced at a cost of
$83,000. It will be determined at the time of auction if
the salvage of parts off the old sweeper outweighs the price
to be obtained at auction.
Rotar'! riding mower - Public Works
The mower will be hauled by a trailer attached to a City
truck. Staff noted that it will be the only mower the City
has of that size.
Supervisory Control System and Data ACQuisition - Water Div.
This system will operate through radio frequency trans-
mission rather than the telephone line, and will monitor
the City's 14 water wells, 28 booster pumps, 38 million
gallons of water storage and pressure wells. The current
telemetry system is outdated; the new system will completely
monitor and control the entire system. Staff noted, at the
time the City Yard was moved to the Goldring Road site, the
telemetry system was removed from City Hall to that site;
the new system is the replacement.
Renovate exterior City Hall buildings - Public Works - 1991-
92 CIP
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In 1977-78 when the current Council Chamber 'was in construc-
tion, the exteriors of the City Hall buildings were re-
furbished. At that time the architect recommended sand-
blasting the rough stucco exterior finish. Over the years
dirt has collected on the exterior; streaking has occurred
and it is a constant maintenance problem. The entire
facility has need of sandblasting, replastering and
painting. Staff noted the $150,000 cost is only an
estimate; it could be less.
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The question of construction of the new Police Building on
the Armory site was briefly explored, in particular, the
time schedule, and the possibility of coordinating the re-
novation of the existing City Hall buildings with the new
Police facility. Staff reported that the State would turn
the Armory property over to the City in August of 1993, per-
haps before, if the National Guard finds another site. The
design process of the Police facility is expected to begin
early in 1992. Council noted that although the Armory prop-
erty may be owned by the City at the end of the five year
period, possession may not be possible then. If this is the
case, the National Guard will compensate the City in rental
fees until they relocate' the unit.
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Mayor Young then opened the public hearing., No one desiring
to speak, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember
GiJ.tJ, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED.
RESOLUTION
NO. 5531
(ADOPTED)
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The City Attorney then presented and read the title of
Resolution No. 5531, entitled: "A RES0UJTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADY,~, I'ALIFGJ!>'H. ADOPTING A CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR 1990-1991 THRU 1994-1995".
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, ceconded by Council-
member Ciraulo and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that
Resolution No. 5531 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
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A discussion ensued and in response to Councilmember
Harbicht's statement that the cost for the new police facility
should be included in the Capital Improvement Program under
consideration, staff responded that it is included in the
section, "Facility Construction Fund" under the title,
"Individual Fund - CIP - Budgets Capital Outlay Fund". This
account was set in place FY 1983-84 to accumulate funds to
acquire or build major City facilities such as the Senior
Center, Police station and. possibly, City Hall facilities.
The fund anticipates that a new Police station will be built
shortly after the 1993-94 fiscal year with the accumulated
surplus dedicated to this project.
With respect to the expansion of the City Library,
Councilmember Harbicht reported the Library Board will soon
recommend to the Council that a consultant be retained to
provide a preliminary plan for an expansion of the Library.
The circulation has increased approximately four times of
what it was when the Library was built. The Library has been
so successful that the facility has been outgrown. This
expenditure should also be considered within this five year
time period. Staff responded that it is not reflected in this
CIP since the assumption has been that the funds in the
Facility Construction Fund will be expended for the Police
facility. If both the Police facility and a new Library
facility are contemplated, some type of a bond issue or notes
of some kind will be needed to fund the project.
In reference to fully funding the Equipment Replacement Fund,
Councilmember Harbicht noted that two or three more years
would pass before this could occur. Staff commented that due
to the yearly inflation factor, it is diff~cult to move funds
into the Equipment Replacement Fund. Further, the proposed
FY 1990-91 Operating Budget is now being prepared and this
situation will be reviewed, with a possible recommendation to
Council, that funds be taken from General Fund Reserves and
moved to Equipment Replacement, instead of waiting two to five
years, and make that fund self sustaining now.
ROLL CALL
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AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
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ABSENT:
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Keith Brown, 1531 Rodeo Road, stated, in part, that he is one
of the developers who has submitted a proposal to the
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Redevelopment Agency for the southeast corner of First Avenue
and Santa Clara Project. When Item No. 5g. comes before the
Agency tonight he will answer any questions the Agency may
have.
Howard Schaefer, representing Arcon/Schaefer Brothers, stated
that he is available for any questions the Agency might have
with respect to Agenda Item 5h. on the Redevelopment Agency
agenda.
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ROLL CALL
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MINUTE APPROVAL
(April 17, 1990)
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HEARING RE.
EMINENT DOMAIN
PROC. (Technar -
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Hun!! Chow, 2894 Larksfield, Arcadia, repl'esenting Unicorn
Development Company, was present to answer any questions the
Agency may have with respect to Agenda Item No. 5g., the
southwest corner of First Avenue and Santa Clara Street
Project.
Kaisen Fan!!, 840 Volante Drive, came forward to share his
personal experience of harassment and verbal abuse he and his
wife have suffered from a series of incidents with some
Arcadia young people. He has been a resident of Arcadia for
two years... about 6 to 7 months ago a series of incidents
began with a ring of his doorbell at 2 a. m. to find his front
lawn splattered with oil, broken containers and plants, and
the driveway littered with debris ... trees, branches and
rocks. Some days later the side mirror on his car was smashed
and the car littered with a substance ... he did not know
what. He reiterated his experience with the' Police
Department. Just today his wife, he stated, answered the door
and received verbal abuse from two younf. girls .,. and racial
remarks which he did not care to mention in public. Mr. Fang
said during the assault by these young people his wife was not
physically touched but the verbal assault has had a
psychological affect on them. This is not an isolated
incident as the police believe, but has been occurring since
last year. Mrs. Fang spoke also of how freightened she has
been. The license number of a car that followed her home was
taken down and turned over to the police. The City' Manager
asked Police Captain Hinig to talk with Mr. and Mrs. Fang...
hear their story and try to stop the harassment. Further,
staff will bring a report back to Council on the action taken.
COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Agency Members Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
ABSENT: None
On MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Harbicht and
CARRIED, the Minutes of the Meeting of April 17, 1990 were
APPROVED.
On both February 6, and March 20, 1990 the Agency agreed to
continue the hearing to consider adoption of a Resolution of
Necessity instituting condemnation of the Technar property
(125 N. Second Avenue). The Agency and Technar have reached
a conceptual agreement over the Agency's offer to purchase
Technar's property, relocate their tenants, demolish existing
structures, and pay Technar for the design and construction
of a replacement parking lot at 215 N. Second Avenue. The
Agency attorneys and the Technar attorney are working out the
fine details of this complex agreement and, therefore, an
additional two week extension would allow time to resolve the
remaining issues pertaining to the Purchase and Development
Agreement.
It was MOVED by Member Harbicht" seconded by Member Ciraulo
and CARRIED that the hearing' to consider adoption of a
Resolution of Necessity instituting condemnation of certain
real property (Technar) be CONTINUED to MAY 15, 1990.
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AGMT TO SUB-
ORDINATE DEED
OF TRUST
(Southside/
Gribble Proj.)
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DESIGN REVIEW
(Olive Garden
Rest. - 430 E.
Htg. Dr.)
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In November, 1987 when the Agency sold the Souths ide
Redevelopment Project site to the developer, Arcadia Gateway
Centre Associates (Stanley W. Gribble, principal, AGCA) , the
Agency retained a future right to participate in the
appreciation of the development in the initial amount of
$700,000. The developer signed a Promissory Note secured by
a Deed of Trust in favor of the Agency in order to secure the
Agency's interest in the property. AGCA took out a
$14,505,000 loan from First Interstate Mortgage Company to
cover the first phase of the construction costs of the
Project. The Agency agreed to subordinate its Deed of Trust
to this loan, and thereby take the second position in the
event of default by the developer.
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Mr. Gribble is now requesting an additional loan amount of
$7,600,000 from First Interstate Bank to cover the balance of
the construction costs of the project, bringing the total loan
amount to $22,105,000. As a requirement of this new loan,
the Agency has been asked to sign a new Subordination
Agreement where the Agency would subordinate its interest in
the Proj ect behind the aggregate $22,105,000 loan. Interstate
Bank has confirmed that the bank's exposure on the combined
loans does not exceed 80% of the value of the project; the
total proj ect value is therefore $27,631,200 which offers
adequate protection for the Agency's interest which could
increase from $700,000 to $938,000. Agency Special Counsel
has reviewed and approved the draft Subordination Agreement.
It was MOVED Member Harbicht, seconded by Chairman Young and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE the
Subordination Agreement with Arcadia Gateway Centre Associates
for the additional loan amount of $7,600,000, and AUTHORIZE
the Executive Director to execute the appropriate document(s).
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and Young
None
None
The proposed construction of a 9,156 square foot restaurant,
styled as a modern Italian villa, as part of the Souths ide
Redevelopment project (Gribble/Arcadia Gateway Centre), was
considered. A full analysis of design features is set forth
in the May 1, 1990 staff report. The Agency had viewed
colored renderings and preliminary architectural plans of the
proposed Olive Garden Restaurant prior to the Regular Meeting
this date.
In response to the Agency's questions, Richard Stacey,
representing the General Mills Restaurants stated, in part,
that the awnings on the proposed Olive Garden Restaurant will I'
be green around the periphery of the building, and burgundy
in the front as shown on the renderings. General Mills owns
and operates both the Red Lobster and Olive Garden restaurants
with approximately 700 restaurants nationwide, including 240
Olive Garden restaurants. He estimates there are about 20
Olive Garden Restaurants in California, either under construc-
tion or developed. Mr. Stacey offered this advertisement to
the Agency; last year the National Restaurant Association
voted the Olive Gardens as the best restaurant in the United
States.
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Staff has requested additional architectural treatment to the
rear of the building; this in addition to the revised plans
containing trellis work and trees, to relieve the stark
appearance of the building. Mr. Stacey agreed in principle
that trees and trellises or shuttered false windows would give
it a better treatment. Also, staff requested that signage be
placed.on the western exposure of the building.
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It was MOVED by Member Harbicht, seconded by Member Gilb and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE the Design
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ASSM'NT CONTRACT
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1ST " SANTA
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Review as submitted for the proposed Olive Garden Restaurant
at 430 E. Huntington Drive, under the following conditions:
1) That the project comply with all Zoning and Building
Codes, as established or modified by the City; 2) That final
approval is subject to compliance with requirements of the
City Departments as listed in the staff report dated May 1,
1990; and, 3) That the Design Review be in effect for one
year, as per Resolution ARA-126 ,
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and Young
None
None
On March 27, 1990, requests for bids for an environmental
assessment for City owned property iocated at 124 N. First
Avenue were solicited. A Phase I Environmental Assessment
occurs as a first step investigation of property to determine
if soil contamination is present, and the possible need for
further investigation (drilling, soils sampling, testing,
etc.). Five (5) firms responded to the Agency's request for
bids as listed in the May 1, 1990 staff report,
It wfts MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Harbicht and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Arcadia
Redevelopment Agency enter into a CONTRACT with Strata
,Technologies, Inc, for a Phase I Environmental Assessment for
the property at 124 N. First Avenue, in an amount not to
exceed $3,000 ($2,500 plus $500 contingency), in' a form
approved by Agency General Counsel.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, ,Harbicht and Young
None
None
On February 9, 1990 requests for proposals for development of
the southeast corner of First Avenue and Santa Clara Street
were solicited. Three (3) developers responded to the
Agency's request, as listed in the May 1, 1990 staff report.
It was MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Harbicht and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that a STUDY SESSION to
hear presentations by each of the proposers be held at 5:30
p, m. on MAY IS, 1990.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Ciraulo, Fascl1ing, Gilb, Harbicht and Young
None
None
On March 6, 1990 the Agency selected a joint venture company
composed of WLA Arcon, Inc. and Schaefer Brothers, Ltd., with
whom to negotiate for the development of the SIJ Corner
Project. At that meeting the Derby Restaurant owner's
representative stated that the Derby intended to move from
their present; location at 233 E. Huntington Drive to the
proposed SW Corner Project site. Mr. Lortie, WLA Arcon, has
since advised that the Derby no longer desires to be a part
of the project. Arcon/Schaefer Brothers is prepared to market
for, and obtain, another quality dinner house for the site.
Champion Development Company, also, had originally submitted
a proposal for the site for a 20,000 square foot retail
development consisting of two buildings and surface parking.
It was MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Fasching and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that a STUDY SESSION be
set for 6:00 p. m., June 5, 1990, to further consider the
Southwest Corner Project site development.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members
None
None
Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and Young
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CALL FOR Bl.nS
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FY 1991-9'l
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TRANSlT Pl.AN
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The Agency meeting adjourned to 5:30 p, m" May 15, 1990.
CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED
CONSENT ITEMS
APPROVED plans and specifications for Improvement of the
Railroad Bridge at Second Avenue and Huntington Drive - Job
No, 656. The estimated cost of the project is $116,000 which
will be funded from approved 1989-90 Community Development
Block Crant (CDBG) Funds; AUTHORIZE the City Clerk to
advertise for bids. .
APPROVED plans and specifications for the Replacement of a 12"
Waterline on Michi llinda Avenue - W.O. 689, The estimated
cost for the project is $233,000 which will be funded from the
Water Facilities Replacement Fund; AUTHORIZE the City Clerk
to advertise for bids.
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APPROVED plans and specifications for Live Oak Water
Facilities - Phase II - W. O. 677. The estimated cost for the
construction is $924,000, which includes 10% for
contingencies; AUTHORIZE the City Clerk to calf for bids.
APPROVED ~'Y 1991-93 Short Range Transit Plan for Arcadia Dial-
A-Ride as submitted to the Los Angeles County Transportation
Commission (LACTC) ond the Southern California Association of
Governmcnts (SCAG) for approval,
ALL OF TlIE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY
COUNCIl.MEMBER IIARBICHT, SECONDED BY MAYOR YOUNG AND CARRIEr;
ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
Councilmcmbcrs Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
CITY MANACER
In reference to appointments to boards and commissions to fill
unexpired terms, Councilmember GiIb stated, as an example, the
appointment to the Personnel Board, now considered, to fill
the unexpired term of Councilmember Ciraulo to June 30, 1993,
could result in elevcn (11) yeors of service if, in fact that
person was appointed to fulfill Councilmember Ciraulo's terms
and appointed to two addi tional four (4) year terms. He
believes Council is in agreement that eight (8) years, on a
commission is long enough.
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It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by
Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as
follows that Glennon King be appointed to the Personnel Board
for a full four (4) year term to June 30, 1994.
Councilmember Ciraulo commented that he is in agreement. This
appointment is in keeping with the eight (8) year terms for
Council people .., this seems very appropriate,
Councilmember Harbicht stated,
guideline from now on, that
that as
always
a general
make the
in part,
Council
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1920
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anniversary date four (4) years from the next June 30th,
rather than filling out an unexpired term. Further, the
reason for ending the term on June 30th was, in case the
person was the chairman of the commission, he will not have
to tarminate in the middle of his term the fourth year.
AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for adoption and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1920: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING TEXT AMENDMENT 90-
001, AMENDING, AND ADDING THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS IN THE R-M,
R-O AND R-l ZONES: SECTIONS 9250.2.1, 9251.1.1.1. AND
9252.1.1, RELATING TO THE WORDING FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS;
SECTIONS 9253,3,1, 9251.2,1 AND 9252.2.1 RELATING TO BUILDING
HEIGHT; SECTIONS 9251. 1. 4 AND 9252.1. 4,1 RELATING TO EQUINE
ANIMALS, SECTION 9252.1. 4 RELATING TO ANIMALS AND FOWLS;
SECTIONS 9250.3.1.1, 9251,2.1.1, 9252.2.1.1 RELATING TO
EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES; AND SECTIONS 9250.3.14, 9251.2.9,
9252.2.12 RELATING TO SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by
Councilmember Gi1b and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows
that Ordinance No. 1920 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
Councilmember Faschinl!: "1 'm going to approve this, for
myself here tonight, however, 1 do feel that this is just the
hegining with this scale that we have here on second story
houses. I think we have one heck of a long way to go to find
a solution to the problem of building, and second story
houses, particularly, on odd shaped size lots. I was invited
to a public hearing by the Village Homeowners Association last
week, whereby, they had a proposal for a 3,500 square foot
house on an 11,000 square foot lot, which only had 55 feet of
frontage. But, the extent of the second story and the length
of the house impacted the two houses on the adjacent street
whose back yards came right ur to that. And all they're going
to see is that second story in the future. And I know when
we build a second story house somebody's going to have to look
at the second story. But, this one was one of the isolated
cases because there are a lot of good second story houses,
but, this one has a severe impact on two neighbors' houses.
I think that this is a beginning... and I think we have to
really do some studying and find out, somewhat, what our
neighbors are doing with their second story problems, such as,
how San Marino handles theirs. South Pasadena, I think, is
undertaking a moratorium on building. The City of Pasadena
is in the same position. It's been explained to me that San
Marino has a conditional use permit for all second story
houses, which, of course, entails a lot of public hearings and
personnel and paper work. But, I think we have a problem, and
one that's paramount with the people of this community, that
behooves us to take this quite a few steps further than this.
Mr', Harbicht has informed me that we're having another study
session relating to this with the builders, real estate
people, homeowner's representatives ... we have to bear in
mind also, that south Arcadia does not enjoy the homeowner's
associations that other areas do in our City. And a way to
try and communicate or have representatives from that area
should be undertaken so that they could be represented also."
Mayor Young noted that representatives from areas of the City
which have no homeowner associations were present at the
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rr,eeting. Also, that Council had subsequently passed the "lot
coverage" ordinance and at that time requested a further study
for the refinements. Councilmember Harbicht added that the
committee included persons who had been involved in an attempt
to start a homeonwers association in the south part of town
which had failed ... so this area was represented,
Councilmernber Fasching commented further, "I'm going to vote
for this, but, I think that I want to go on record as saying
that we have a long way to go", and "1, for one, would like
to know what other cities are doing, particularly, maybe, the
cities that I mentioned that are neighbors, in regard to this
same problem, which might be of some guideline to us also".
Mayor Young thanked Councilmember Fasching for his comments
and responded that Council will get the information referred
to.
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AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
The City Attorney presented for adoption and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1921: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING TEXT AMENDMENT 90-
002 AMENDING, AND ADDING THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS TO THE CPD-l,
CoO, C-l, C-2, CoM AND M-l ZONES; SECTIONS 9260.2.6, 9261.6.2,
9262.6.4, 9263.6.1, 9265,6.1 and 9266.2.10 RELATING TO LIGHT
STANDARDS; SECTIONS 9260.2,8, 9261,6.6, 9262.6.8, 9263.6.5,
9265,6.5 AND 9266.2,7 RELATING TO INSIDE STORAGE; SECTIONS
9260,2.7, 9261,6.7, 9262,6.9, 9263.6.6 AND 9265.6.6 RELATING
TO OUTSIDE STORAGE; AND SECTIONS 9266,2.8.5, 9260.3.8,
9261.4,3 AND 9262.4,10 RELATING TO REAL ESTATE SIGNS",
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Ciraulo, seconded by
Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as
follows that Ordinance No. 1921 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
The City Attorney presented for adoption and read the title
of Resolution No. 5530: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING A STATEWIDE BAN
ON THE SALE OF METALLIC BALLOONS".
.fjl"{ /4~,.),.,. Don Meyer, Area Manager, So. California Edison Company,
\ ., Monrovia Office, in response to Council's concerns stated, in
part, that the Edison Company has been working to get the
mylar conductive material on metallic balloons banned in
California. They have worked with the manufacturers of this
material since 1987 to persuade them to use a different
material that is non-conductive; the balloons are not lighter-
than-air unless they are filled with helium. Ordinary
balloons are not a problem... even when filled with helium.
State Senator Alquist has a bill pending before the
Legislature, SB-1990, and is seeking the support of various
California cities. It was noted that the metallic balloons
have floated up into Edison conductors and have caused over
200 power outages a year ... this is not just an isolated
problem, it is happening throughout the state. The Department
of Water and Power has reported that some near fatalities have
occurred.
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Councilmember Harbicht commented that this effort to ban the
statewide sale of metallic balloons should be supported, and
mentioned that P.G.& E., as well as Edison and the Department
of Water and Power has had similar problems. Mr. Meyer
reiterated that it is the substance on the metallic balloons
that is conductive and when the balloons are filled with
helium and float loose they can get into Edison conductors and
cause serious problems. The Edison Company has established
a prop,ram to inform th" publ ic of this danger; florists and
party shops have been identified through the telephone yellow
pages; posters have been distributed for display to businesses
with information regarding the proper disposal of the metallic
balloons. Edison has experienced quite a bit of cooperation
from local business people, according to Mr. Meyer.
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Ciraulo, seconded by
Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as
follows that Resolution NO, 5530 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
j\j'one
.~one
NOES:
ABSENT:
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim 6f S. M.
Page was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb. seconded by
Councilmember Harhicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES:
Councilmembers Ciraulo, Fasching, Gilb, Harbicht and
Young
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
MATTERS FROM STAFF
The City Attorney stated, "As required by Health and Safety
Code, Section 33130, I would like to announce that Agency
MemberjCouncilmember George Fasching has complied with the
requirements of that law by disclosing that he owns property
at 425 North Sant Anita in Arcadia, which is in the Central
Redevelopment Project Area. The law requires that this
announcement be recorded in the minutes".
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Councilmember Fasching stated, in part, that the City of Los
Angeles may institute some mandatory water rationing programs,
Although Arcadia does not have a severe water shortage
problem, a voluntary conservation program could be encouraged;
perhaps a flyer could be inserted in the City Newsletter
giving water conservation hints several possible
conservation methods were offered to reduce water consumption
in the City. As an example of a workable program for a
similar situation, the Gas Company lists information on their
billings such as gas usage for the prior year month-to-date;
savings for current year; average decrease; and gas conserved
on the part of the user. Perhaps a new design of the Arcadia
water billing invoice could incorporate this same information
to make the customer aware of how much water he is saving on
a month- to-month and annual basis, as a voluntary conservation
measure. Further, the person who is exhibiting the largest
saving of water on his billing could be cited ... Water
conservation could be made a little fun in the City, and get
some civic pride behind the program and those who are really
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tl:yiilg to ~,onservo. ~layol: Young commented th'lt it would be
nice if we could do that. The City Manager said staff will
look into the matter and report back to Council.
Councilmember Harbicht felt that greater use should be made
of press releases. A press release could be issued . .. "Water
Saving Tips From the City of Arcadia Water Manager", for
example. There is a very good chance it would get printed
also, there is wide circulation .,. we should go beyond the
City Newsletter.
HARBICHT V
(Dial-A-Ride)
Referring to the Consent Calendar, Councilmember Harbicht
commented that because these Consent Items are all adopted
with one motion, some may think they are minor items ... they
are not. An example would be the Short Range Transit Plan
report, which is a fine report. David Feinberg was commended
for his work on this report. Further, Arcadia Dial-A-Ride
carries 170,000 passengers a year, which is significant for
a City of 50,000. Dial-A-Ride is a very successful public
service. ,. something we can be proud of.
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GILB
(Haz. Waste
Collection)
Councilmember Gilb reported that a friend of his participated
in the Sanitation District Hazardous Waste Round-Up at the
Pasadena Rose Bowl April 28th. His friend reported that it was
well organized; everyone was polite; there were about 1,000
cars there when she arrived; she left home and returned in 40
minutes; the items to be disposed of were unloaded by workers
at the site and hauled off. A questionnaire was received
requesting information such as; what did she normally do with
these items; where she heard about the program; if she would
like to have this program offered again and so forth. ... In
answer to Councilmember Ciraulo's question, staff reported
that the program is sponsored by the County Sanitation
District; they are extremely expensive to operate, which is
why they only hold four at a time, Three more collections
will be held before June 16; one in Long Beach; another at Gal
Poly, Pomona, and a third at another site in this general area
. " with Cal Poly the next closest side to Arcadia. The
Sanitation District is considering continuing the program.
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ADJOURNMENT
(May 15, 1990 -
5:30 p. m.)
Council adjourned at 8:55 p. m. to 5:30 p, m., May 15, 1990
in the Conference Room of the Council Chamber to conduct the
business of the Council and Agency and Closed Session, if any,
necessary to discuss personnel, litigation matters and
evaluation of properties.
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