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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
" INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(Nov.18,1986)
(APPROVED)
ORD. & RES.
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT P.GENCY
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 2, 1986
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment P.gency met in a regular session December 2, 1986 at 7:30 p.m.
in the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber.
Dr. Margaret M. Stevens, The Santa Anita Church
Counci1member Roger Chandler
PRESENT: Councilmembers Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
ABSENT; None,
On MOTION by Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member Harbicht
and CARRIED, the minutes of the adjourned and regular meetings of
November 18, .1986 were APPROVED.
It was MOVED by Counci1member Harbicht, seconded by Counci1member
Gi1b and CARRIED that all ordinances and resolutions be read by
title only and that the reading in full be waived.
The City Attorney announced that prior to this meeting, the City
Council and the Redevelopment Agency met in a CLOSED SESSION pursuant
to the Ralph M. Brown Act Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to
confer with legal counsel regarding pending property damage case
of Xochitl Godoy.
PRESENTATION
The Chief of Police explained the California Worker Award established
in 1986 by Lt, Governor McCarthy which is to recognize persons who
help solve problems that affect everyone. He introduced Mrs. Rave11e
Kozak who is the recipient of the award this evening. She is a former
Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff and is involved with many citizen
activities, including Parent Teachers Association, and has co-
ordinated 100 Block Captains for the Neighborhood Watch Program.
Chief Johnson introduced Estelle Lopez, Administrative Assistant
from the Lt. Governor's Office who presented the California Workers
Award to Mrs. Kozak with appreciation for the giving of her time
and talents. Mrs. Kozak was also congratulated by Mayor Young on
behalf of the'CitY,Counci1.
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PUBLl C .
HEARING
M-86-164
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APPLl CATION
FOR PROP 43
FUNDS
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fhoma~ ?6~~n propose tQr~on~truH a 4,090",sq,(,f):'njrld~strial ,H
building at 129 E, L Porte Str;eet :::,.1t Would contain 8;000 sq:ft:
of lot area in lieu of, the 15;000 sq; fL requir~d: .There woUld be
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a 10'-0"fro~t yard setback in lieu,o( the 25'-0"" The proJect
woul d meet or exceed all code, r~ijHi r~~~t~ ,exsept for ~h~ lot s j ze
and front yard setback: Ttie Pl,aiini~gDepar~ent f~lt that the
development of this project wou1~ be appropriate and would not be
detrimental to the surrounding area or inconsistent with the uses
and code requirements of the M-l zone with the exception of the lot
area requirement, The Department recommended that the pipe columns
for the carport be relocated so they do not set back more than 20'_7"
from the east property line.
Mayor Young declared the hearing open and no one desiring to'be
heard, th~ hearing was CLOSED'on MOTION by Counci1member Lojeski,
seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED. It was then MOVED
by ~ouncilmember Harbicht, seconded by Counci1member Chandler and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the application be A~PROVED
as it would secure an appropriate improvement, prevent an unreason-
able hardShip due to surrounding developments which prohibit the
acquisition of additional land, or promote uniformity of development
subject to all conditions set forth in the staff report.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler; Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
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None
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Parks ,and Recreation Commission proposes appiicatiori for $129,000
in Proposition 43 Funds which are available to the City. The
Commission further proposes that $87,000 be used to make improve-
ment to city parks, including Baldwin StoCker, Eisenhower an_d
Newcastle and that the remaining $42.000 be used in conjunction
with the School District for improvements to the playfields of
Longley Way and Dana Junior High Schools,
In response to an inquiry by Councilmember Lojeski, staff advised
that this has been discussed with the School District and it was
indicated that they would support the School District projects and
would assume the responsibility for the preparation of plans an~
specifications and to expend the funds in accordance with State'
guidelines. It was noted that the Agreement outlines responsibilities
for both agencies, Staff also advised that there is a three year
period in Which to apply for the funds, The application and the
Resolution are to be directed to the State no later than December 12,
1986,
The,:apprepriate Resolution was then presented and it \'Ias MOVED by
Counci1member Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED
on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No; 5334, entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF, THE Cm OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE COMMUNITY PARK:
LANDS ACT OF 1986" be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
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None
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NOES:
ABSENT:
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ROLL CALL
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MINUTE
APPROVAL
(Nov.18,1986)
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TIME
LIMIT
ON DESIGN
REVIEWS
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NO. 'ARA-126
(APPROVED)
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DESIGN
REVIEW
129 E. Ht}
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CITY COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and YOUn9
A8SENT: None
On MOTION by Member Gi1b, seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED,
the Minutes of the regular meeting of November 18, 1986 were APPROVED.
The Agency at the November 18, 1986 nieeting requested that a time
limit be established on Agency Design Reviews. The Agency's Design
Review authority is established in the Redevelopment Plan, Sections
424-427, Agency Special Counsel advises that the Agency can establish
a reasonable time limit under this authority. The City Zoning
Ordinance establishes a one year time period for variances, modifica-
tions and conditional use permits. The applicant is deemed to be in
compliance with the one year requirement as long as plans have been
approved and the building permit issued within the year. Agency
staff recommends that the time period for the design review approval
be the same as the last City approval on a project undergoing design
review. This means that the actual time period could be slightly more
or less than a year, but all parties would have a clear understanding
of the deadline.
The Assistant City Manager for Economic Redevelopment read the title
of Resolution No. ARA-126, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE ARCADIA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ESTABLISHING A TIME LIMIT ON AGENCY DESIGN
REVIEWS" .
It was then MOVED by Member Gi1b, seconded by Member Chandler and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. ARA-126
be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
This proposed project was before the Agency for Design Review on
July 15, 1986 at which time the applicant (George Dunaians) was,
asked to treat the west facade in some way to enhance the appearance
of the proposed commercial building at 129 E. Huntington Drive (former
site of the Textile Center). The staff report indicates what re-
habilitation steps are proposed. The applicant was commended on
the new design.
It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Harbicht and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Design Review be
APPROVED as set forth in the plans received by the Agency, subject
to the following conditions:
That the State and City codes shall be satisfied (zoning,
building and safety, etc.).
That the applicant shall satisfy all items requested by the
Planning and Public Works Departments as listed in the
staff report.
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DESIGN
REVIEW
129 E.
La Porte
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3. That the building's exterior, landscaping, signage and
parking area shall be maintained to the satisfaction of
the Planning Director.
4. That the Design Review shall be for a period of one ye~r
consistent with the ARA Resolution No, 126. '
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Gilb. Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
Applicant Thomas Posen filed a modification request (M-86-164)
for the construction of an industrial building on a site containing
8,000 sq. ft. of lot area in 1 i eu of 15,000 sq. ft. and for a ro' -0"
front yard setback in lieu of 25'-0" at 129 E. La Porte Street. The
site is currently vacant and zoned M-1. The project is to be a
two story 4,000 sq. ft. industrial building ... eight parking spaces
to be provided, seven in the rear and one in front. Four will be
covered by a carport. Staff advised that the project will meet or
exceed all code requirements except for the size of the lot and
front yard setback.
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It was MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Harbicht and CARRIED
on roll call vote as follows that the request would secure an
appropriate improvement, prevent an unreasonable hardship due to
surrounding developments which prohibit the acquisition of additional
land or promote uniformity of development and that the Design Review
be APPROVED subject to all conditions set forth in the staff 'report.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, lojeski and Young
None
None
The'meeting adjourned to 7:00 p. m., December 16, 1986.
COUNCIL RECONVENED
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
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:Lloyd Sobel ,'420 S: B'everly Drive:Beverly Hills, referred to an
agenda item relating to his request for a 15' easement in order to
install a drainage channel and sewer line along the east property
line of the Arcadia Water Division Longden Plant property. Mr.
Sobel displayed a map of the subject area and pointed out locations
involved. Mr. Sobel is developing 4 acres of land in the City of
Monrovia with 51 homes ... townhouses. The project has been approved
by Monrovia, however, there is the problem of drainage ... the property
drains naturally from the north (Jeffries Street) down to the south..,
elevation is 6' higher. Monrovia has asked him to design the project
so it could be gravity flowed .,. both for surface and sewage ... the
only way they can do that is to the south to Longden. Every other
avenue has been explored including going across the church property
in the area, They desire to leave the project knowing they have
done the very best job they could and not feel they have left behind
a potential future problem especially in a heavy rain storm,
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Considerable discussion ensued with the Director of Public Works
responding to concerns expressed by Council members ... the fact: that
once the subdivision is completed, the homes will all have sprinkler
systems and the water would create a grass swale .,. so during the
year long there would be what could be called a swamp from the flow of
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7a.
HEARING
SCHEDULED
(Dec.16,1986)
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PURCHASE OF
BENCHES &
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CONTAINERS
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LIGHTING
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PROGRAM
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water .,. the water would lay up against the curbs, the leaves
would 9ather ... all becoming a problem. There is also a Little
League Baseball Park located nearby among other things which would
not be desirable for the City of Arcadia. Staff called it nuisance
drainage on a day by day basis. Reference was made to a pumping
system and Mr. Sobel said, in part, they would like to obviate'that
... it could break down during storms, too.
THIS MATTER WAS CONSIDERED LATER IN THIS MEETING. SEE PAGE NO.6.
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, referred to an article in the
Arcadia Tribune concerning the Planning Commission turning back a
design for an apartment building. It seems one of the Commissioners
has been wanting the Commission to pass on the aesthetics of projects
coming before that body. . He felt that a developer or builder should
know beforehand whether or not the aesthetics are acceptable ..,
before the building permit is issued for instance. The Planning
Commission might be able to make itself available earlier in the
process. Perhaps written guidelines would help. This would be
more fair to the architect and owner.
CONSENT _ITEMS
SCHEDULED a public hearing for December 16, 1986 for consideration
of a text amendment amending the Uniform Building Code regarding 0
security bars, metal grates and similar security devices in resjdentia1,
commercial and industrial zones.
Council received the results of bids for the purchase of 28 benches
and, 20 waste containers. One bidder was disqualified because they
refused to submit samples or allow a City representative to visit
their plant and another bidder did not meet speCifications on the
benches. Council AWARDED the purchase of the benches to Wausau Tile
for a total of $12,670.52 and the purchase of the waste containers
to Moore for a total of $8,094.00. The total from the CBDG Grant
Fund is $20,764.52. All informalities or irregularities in the bids
or bidding process were waived.
APPROVED plans and specifications for Street Lighting Replacement
Program, Job Nos. 616 and 617 and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk to
,advertise for bids. The estimated cost of the project is $201,569
which will be funded from CDBG funds. .
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APPROVED request of Resde1 Engineering Corporation for. a permit,
to install a privately owned conduit in the public right of way across
Live Oak Avenue. The purpose of the conduit is to interconnect'
computer and telephone facilities between the (two locations Permit
to be granted subject to conditions listed in staff report dated
December 2. 1986,
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DUFFY vs. APPROVED payment of $7 ,190,16 to Burke, Wi 11 i ams & Sorensen for &
CITY OF ARCADIA services performed during the trial phase of the Duffy vs, City of'
(NEWSRACK Arcadia case and AUTHORIZED retention of Burke, Williams & Sorensen
CASE) 1~1 to work as co-counsel with the City Attorney through the Court of
/ Appeals phase of this case for a sum not to exceed $4,000.00 unless
there is additional authorization from the City Council.
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REQUEST
FOR EASEMENT
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LONGDEN PLANT
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ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY
COUNCILMEMBER LOJESKI, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER CHANDLER AND
CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1member Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
Some discussion held on the case of Duffy vs. City of Arcadia and the
City Attorney stated that further details of this case could be
discussed in a Closed Session, if necessary.
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CITY MANAGER
This is the item which was before Council (Page Nos. 4-5), with Mr.
Sobel explaining this problem as far as drainage is concerned with
his subdivision he is constructing in the City of Monrovia. Mr.
Sobel is requesting a 15 Toot easement to install a drainage channel
and sewer line. Staff had submitted a report to Council on this
request wherein it was recommended that the request not be granted
and reasons therefor were set forth in detail, Staff was of the
opinion that if Council app'roved the request, it would be granting
a very substantial property right, the detrimental effect of which
cannot be assessed at this time. However, once it were granted,
it would be a physical drainage channel and a physical encumb-
rance on the property for all time ... and also there is no way
of assessing the future detrimental effect on the value of the land.
In discussing this further, Councilmember Gi1b said, in part, that
Council's obligation is to the community and its citizens.. for
instance, any future development of the land would be lost forever ...
the City would be losing too many of its options 'in his opinion., He
could not favor granting the request. .
It was MOVED by Councilmember Chandler, seconded by Councilmember Gilb
that the request for the easement be DENIED.
Council member Harbicht stated, in part, that granting a surface
easement essentially means that the use of the property is lost. He
has discussed this with the developer and he would like to help
developers put in their developments whether they are in Arcadia or
out of the City, however, he agreed that the first obligation is to
the citizens who, in effect, own the property. In essence, Council
would be selling the property and his answer would be "no". He
agreed that it would be giving up too much of a property right.
Counci1member Lojeski agreed. He was concerned with the drainage
problems which would eventually occur ... there would be the ditch
into which somone could fall... and with restrictions on entering
the channel there would always be an entrance problem ... there are
too many negatives with no positives in granting the easement. Mayor
Young agreed and spoke of the possibility of the channel becoming
perfect for skateboarding.
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. COMMUN ITY
DRUG ABUSE
INFO.
BOOKLET
(APPROVED)
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1848
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RESOLUTI ON
'v NO. 5330
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Mayor Young then called for the roll call vote:
AYES:
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ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
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The Chief of Police explained in detail the interest of the
"Help America" organization in initiating a narcotics booklet
for the City. Donations are obtained by the organization from
the business community and they provide the booklet for those
businesses and the Arcadia Police Department. There would be
no cost to the City.
The,main.e1ement of the program is the booklet entitled, "No
Reason for Tears", This is an overview of the drug problem with
factual information for businesses, parents and the young people..
If the program were approved, solicitations by the organization.
would begin in January 1~87.
During the consideration, Councilmember Gilb stated, in part, that
it appears to him that the number of books suggested to have printed
would not cover the community as a whole ... but agreed it is a
start. He would like the Police Chief to watch the progress of
the program because, after all, the ones putting out the books
are interested in making a profit.
It was agreed that this could further.Council 's efforts in
controlling the drug problem and it was MOVED by Councilmember
Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member Chandler and CARRIED on roll
ca1) vote as follows that the request to participate in the program
be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for introduction, read the title and
explained the content of Ordinance No. 1848, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 607-611
WEST DUARTE ROAD FROM R-l (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R-3
(MUL TIPLE-FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL}".
It was MOVED by Counci1member Harbicht, seconded by Counci1member
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No,
1848 be and it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
The City Attorney presented,'read the title and explained the
content of Resolution No. 5330, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ,ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING
NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY,
APRIL 21, 1987, FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT".
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RESOL UTI ON
NO. 5331
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RESOLUTION
NO. 5335
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It was MOVED by Counci1member Harbicht, seconded by Counci1member
Cnand1er and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution
No. 5330 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES: Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Youn9
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, read the title and explained the
content of Resolution No, 5331, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA"REQUESTING THE
BOARD OF, SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE
A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON APRIL 21, 1987 WITH
THE ARCADIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BE HELD ON APRIL 21,1987".
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It was MOVED by Counci1member 'Gi1b, seconded by Counci1member Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. '5331 be
and it is hereby ADOPTED~
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
The City Attorney presented, read the title and' explained the
content of Resolution No. 5332, entitled: ."A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE
FILING OF REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS FOR CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED AT MUNICIPAL
ELECTIONS".
It was MOVED by Counci1member Gi1b, seconded by Counci1member Harbicht
and CARRIED on roll call as follows that Resolution No. 5332 be and it
is hereby DENIED.
.AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Youn9
None
None
/ The City Attorney presented, read the title and explained the
V. content of Resolution No, 5333, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ~UTHORIZING CERTAIN
OF ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A WRITTEN ARGUMENT REGARDING A CITY ,MEASURE
(AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS)".
After considerable discussion of this proposed resolution and
explanation by the City Attorney of sections of the Election Code
governing this matter, it was the CONSENSUS of Council that this ,
Resolution be brought back to Council with additional information.
The City Attorney presented, read the tit1e and exp1ained the content I
of Resolution No. 5335, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE PARTICIPATION OF THE CITY OF
ALHAMBRA, CALIFORNIA IN THE ICRMA CAPITALIZED POOLED LIABILITY SELF-
INSURANCE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A
PURC~ASE AGREEMENT AND AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS
IN CONNECTION THEREWITH",
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It was MOVED by Counci1member Chandler, seconded by Counci1member
Lojeski ana CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution
No. 5335 b~ and it is hereby ADOPTED,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of X.Godoy was
DENIED on MOTION by Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
MATTERS FROM STAFF
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MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Inquired about status of the museum building. Staff replied that
there seems to be a flurry of activity on the building, but they
did not know when they would finish. Will i,nquire.
Brought up the question of setbacks for fen~es around construction
and asked if there is a time limit. Staff replied that with a valid
permit there is a 180 day period which could be extended another 180
days. Counci1member Harbicht noted a couple of locations he had
noticed with construction fences in place for a considerable period
of time. Staff replied that the construction fences come down after
.the final inspection by the City. Counci1member Gi1b inquired where
the fences were. Counci1member Harbicht replied he had noticed the~
on Arbo1ada and Hampton Road. Counci1member Gi1b said that he thought
that the house on Arbo1ada was for sale and the fence probably was to
protect the property. Councilmember Harbicht said he did not want
to waste City money by pursuing this matter too far; he had just noticed
a couple of cases of abuse.
Noted that on Thanksgiving Day one of his neighbor's gardeners was
working and using a blower which was very disturbing. He wondered if
gardeners could be kept from running the blowers on Christmas and
Thanksgiving and possibily on Sundays. The gardeners also use the
blowers on the yards of the rest homes in the community and start
at 7:00 a, m. which again is very disturbing to the residents of these
homes, He inquired if it 'were possible to do something ,about the
blowers. The City Manager stated that apparently Los Angeles had
a great deal of trouble trying to do this. He referred to a newspaper
article which will be sent to the Council with the next Newsletter.
Mayor Young said she has received numerous telephone calls from
persons complaining about the blowers and noted that Beverly Hills
had an..ordinance banning them. Staff will obtain a copy of this
ordinance for Council.
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12.
ADJOURNMENT
( Dee, 16 , 1986 )
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Said that he a9reed with these comments, but wondered about the
homeowners who worked on their yards on Sundays, referrin9 specifically
to power lawn mowers. His suggestion was that the Homeowners Associa-
tions could be contacted and the homeowners then could talk to their
gardeners. Also that. the information could be transmitted to those
homeowners who do not have homeowner associations be means of printing
it in the Newsletter and in the Arcadia Tribune, The City Attorney
suggested that it might be a good time to update the ordinance
on blowers and will come back with an opinion. Councilmember'Lojeski
said perhaps this could be combined with the business license process.
Councilmember Harbicht said he thought voluntary compliance would be I
best if it could be attained.
Inquired about the status of the retirement hotel on the corner of
Sunset and Michillinda, Staff replied that there had been no action
but they understood the owners and builders had obtained new financing.
The permit runs out in a few days and there should be some action by
then.
Noted that the water tanks next to the Kiewit property are an
eyesore and wondered if perhaps the tops at least could be painted
which would improve their appearance for those looking down from
nearby buildings, Staff replied that this had come up before and
as a result they had planted some trees which had helped the situation
somewhat, but the tanks were too high to be completely hidden by the
trees.
Adjourned the meeting in menory of William Thomas Powell -- the father
of one of our Recreation Commissioners. Mr, Powell was born in 1901
in Wales. He came to the U, S. A. in 1930 at the age of 29. He
worked in Arizona for a period of time in a gold mine. He eventually
came to Los Angeles and became President of the Energy Products
Division of L.T.V. Corporation from which he retired in 1965. He
passed away November 15, 1986 in Pasadena. He is survived by his
beloved wife, Ethel; son, David, a resident here in Arcadia; daughter-
in-law, Gerrie; son-in-law, David Hogue and a grandson, Tom.
Adjourned the meeting in memory of John D. Bono, who passed away last
evening at Arcadia Methodist Hospital. Mr. Bono was born in Rockville,
Colorado June 4, 1912. He was in the produce business and was considered
to be one of the grape specialists of California. He was one of the
pioneers in the grape business. He retired from his business about two
years ago. He has been a resident of the community with his family for
many, many years. He was a great friend of the City's and a great
supporter of many projects in the City. He is survived by his wife,
Josephine; his son passed away a few years ago Services were held at
Holy Angels Church on December 3, 1986. The family and the community
will sorely miss him.
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p. m. to 7:00 p. m., December 16,1986
in th~ Conference Room to conduct the business of the Council and
" Agency and any Closed Sess i on necessa ry to di scuss personne 1, 1 i ti ga-
tion matters and evaluation of properties.
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