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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(May 5, 1987)
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ORD. & RES.
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETI NG
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MAY 19, 19B7
The City Council and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a
regular session May 19,1987 at 7:30 p.m., in the Arcadia City
Hall Council Chamber.
Elder Stan Raddon, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Councilmember Roger Chandler
PRESENT: Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
ABSENT: None
On MOTION by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED, the Minutes of the Special Meeting and Regular Meeting
of May 5, 1987 were APPROVED.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember
Young and CARRIED that Ordinances and Resolutions be read by title
only and that the reading in full be waived.
Application of the Happy Wednesday Club to hold Bingo Games at the
County Park Clubhouse on Wednesday afternoons (pursuant to the Arcadia
Municipal Code, Section 4216). It was noted in the application that
the purpose' is to provide entertainment for the senior citizens and
they charge 25~ per card and give canned goods instead of money.
Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard
the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Young, seconded by
Councilmember Harbicht and carried. It was MOVED by Councilmember
Chandler, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and carried on roll call
vote as follows that a License for this non-profit charitable organ-
ization be issued pursuant to the approval of the Building, Planning,
Fire and Police Departments, on the condition that ,prizes be non-
monetary.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Mark Meahl, 261 West Carter, Sierra Madre, owner of the Garden View
Nursery--Dn the grounds of the Anoakia School, 758 West Anoakia Lane,
stated in part that he has been given a time limit in which to remove
his business from the premises. He needs time in which to relocate,
but also would like time in which to apply for a Text Amendment with
th~ City. He would also have to apply for a Conditional Use Permit.
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He would prefer to keep the nursery in Arcadia, if possible, but if he
has to relocate to property he has located (in La Canada) which is owned
by the Edison Compan~ he needs more time to remain at Anoakia. If he
files for the text amendment he would like to be able to remain at
Anoakia until the outcome of that matter.. and perhaps at that time the
transaction with Edison would have been resolved. It was noted that
Mr. Meahl has moved,his office from Anoakia.
During this consideration Councilmember Harbicht observed in part that
everyone has a right to apply, however he would not encourage Mr. Meahl
to file for a Text Amendment as he felt that the property is reSidential
and not commercial. But if Mr. Meahl does file the application it woul
seem only fair to allow him to remain until a decision has been made.
In response to a question by Councilmember Chandle~ Mr. Meahl said he
is proceeding with the LaCanada site regardless of what happens at Anoakia,
because he knows that sooner or later the Anoakia property will be devel-
oped.
Councilmember Lojeski stated in part, that in order to be fair, arid if
Mr. Meahl initiates the text amendment between now and May 22. he would
be inclined to ease off on the enforcement.
Tony O'Keefe, 1137 Hugo Reid Drive, has children going to Anoakia School,
spoke in support of Mr. Meahl remaining at Anoakia and noted the change
in the appearance of the site .., of course, Mr. Meahl can move his
business elsewhere but the benefits which have been brought about by the
landscaping and care of the land should be considered. He asked Council
to visit the site and see what has been contributed to the community.
Ed Daniell, 777 Anoakia Lane, 'spoke in opposition to the continuation of
a-nursery in a residential zone.. it is the responsibility of the owner
to maintain his own property and said permission should not be granted.
Steve Worsley, 348 West Norman Avenue, said in part that about five years
ago when he first enrolled his children ,in the Anoakia School he was
concerned about the absence of grassy areas on which to play. That un~ess
one has seen the property it is difficult to really see what has taken
place since Mr. Meahl has been there. The children are being taught about
growing things and the place is no longer an eyesore.. the outside of the
wall facing Foothill Boulevard as well as the interior is being maintain-
ed. He asked Council. staf~ and all concerned to take a hard look at
the Spirit of the .Law and not entirely on the Spirit of the Letter and
on the' impac~ on the students who find it hard to understand why things
of beauty are being taken away. He asked Council to allow Mr. Meahl to
remain on the property with his landscaping plants.
Mayor Gilb said a decision cannot be made at this time as this is not
an agenda item, however, it was the consensus of Council that any furthfl
legal action be withheld until and if Mr. Meahl files for a Text Amend-
ment by May 22.
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COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
On MOTION by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and carried the
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 5, 1987 be APPROVED.
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DESIGN
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It was noted that under the Deposition and Development Agreement for
the South Side of Huntington Drive development (Gribble) the Agency
is required to convey clear title to the developer. The Atchison,
Topeka and Santa Fe Railway has easements over South Third and Fourth
Avenues and possibly some fee interest in the South Side pr~ject site,
and has agreed to quitclai"l all of their interests in'the sHe to the
Agency. A $1000 processin~ fee is r~ques~ed by the rrilroa~.
It was MOVED by Member LOjeski, seCOnded by Member Ch~rdler and carded
On roll call vote as follo~s that a,~lOOO payment be ~~de tp t~e Atchison,
Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company 'for processing thp quit~la'm to re-
move all railroad interests in the South Side Project site.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
The applicant, Daniel A. Munne, Architect, proposes to construct a new
5,598 sq. 'ft., two story animal hospital and demolition of the existing
animal hospital building at 311 North Santa Anita Avenue. The existing
zoning is C-M (Commer~ial Manufacturing) and is surrounded by a MU
(Mixed Use) designation. The proposed development is designed to allow
construction on the project while the existing hospital continues to
operate.. The new hospital will be located immediately to the west and
directly behind the current hospital, Demolition of ,the e~isting animal
hospital must be within 30 days after completion of the n~w facility.
It was noted by the applicant that construction, should start in late
September or early October 1987, an4 be ready for occupancy May 1,1988.
It was MOVEO by Member Chandler, seconded by Member Lojeski and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Design Review be APPROVED subject
to all conditions specified by the Director of Public Works, the Planning
and Fire Departments (outlined in the staff report dated May 19, 1987).
This Design Review will be in force and effect for a period of one year
pursuant to Resolution No. ARA-126.
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AYES:
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ABSENT:
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Members Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and ~1'b
None
None
The Agency received and reviewed the staff report concerning purchase
of furniture, fixtures and equipment, and settlement of claim from
Arcadia Muffler Service, 310 East Huntington Drive, in the amount of
$34,475., for which the owner, Jack Kawahata, has agreed to accept as
payment in full for the FFE and the settlement of any and all present
or potential claims.
Some discussion held on the disposition of the FFE. It was explained
by staff that some had been taken by Mr. Kawahata to his new location
for the muffler services at 635 East Live Oak Avenue, the balance sold
at auction. "
It was MOVED by Member Chandler, seconded by Member Harbicht and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Agency approve the Purchase Agree-
ment between the Agency and Jack Kawahata, dba Arcadia Muffler Service,
for the purchase of furniture, fixtures and equipment and settlement of
any and all present or potential claims by the seller for $34,475.00.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
PLACED UNDER THE CITY MANAGER'S MATTERS... PAGE NO.5.
The Agency adjourned to 5 p.m. June 2, 1987.
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CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED
CONSENT ITEMS
APPROVED permits for the sale of safe and san, ffreworks at the followfng
location: . , '
, ;6 E. Lfve Oak Avenue (Ralph's) Arcadfa Communfty Church of God
165 E. Duarte Road ' (Carl's Jr.) Arcadfa Communfty Church of God
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211 E. Foothfll Blvd. (Ralph's) Kare Youth League
610 W. Las Tunas Drfve (Pfc a Save) 'Arcadfa Optfmfsts Club
1003 S. Baldwin (7-11 Stor.e), Arcadfa Optfmfsts Club I
400 S. Baldwfn Ave. . ! Fashflln,Jiark) Amerfcan Legfon Post 1247
~oothfll a Santa Anfta Unfoll,Of1 Co.) Amerfcan Legfon Post '247
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Huntfngton a Sunset (Hughes Market) Amerfcan Legfon Auxflfary
200 E. Lhe Oak ' , '(7-11 Store) Sons ~, the Amerfcan Legfon
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140 E. Duarte Road ,,:(Al pha Beta Mkt) Kfwanfs Club/Arcadfa
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The Sllnta Anfta Read'filg Councf1 appl fcatfon was aJlproved wfth the con-
dftfon that the locatfon they select wfll meet the requfrements of the
Plannfng and Ffre Departments.
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ACCEPTED and AUTHORIZED ffnal payment to E.G.N. Constructfon Company in
connect1on wlth the concrete gutter program, Job No. 613. The flnal
contract amount of $60,017.40 was funded by State Gas Tax Funds. The
101 retentlon payment becomes due and payable 35 days after the record-
atfon of acceptance and wfll only be released by the Dfrector of Publfc
Works on completlon of all correctfons of record.
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TRACT I APPROVED the contract for \ervfces of Los Angeles County for examinatfon
PARCEL MAP of Tract and Parcel Maps' for the ensulng year (the present agreement
Check Co~tract,exPfres June 30, 1987). The Mayor and Cfty Clerk were AUTHORIZED to
~114 V ,exe~ute the contract fn fqrm approved t.y the City Attorney.
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P'.F!N.\L MAP
No. 32731
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MAINTEtiANtE
AGREEMENT
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APPROVE~ the ffnal'map of Tract No. 32731, 459 Fafrvlew Avenue, subject
to tne ~ndft10n that before the ffnal map fs recorded all outstandlng
condftfons of approval as outlfned fn the'staff report shall be complied
wfth to the satfsfactfon of the Dfrector Of Publfc Works. '
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APPROVED ,'Maintenance Agreement betwp.en the Cfty ard the Los Angeles
county for the mafntenance ofthefuuritafn at the Arcadia County Park.
With the exceptfon of warranty, parts, the Cfty 1ff11 mafntafn the
fountafn to~ at,least three,years,wfth~automatfc renewal thereafter
subject to termfnatfon by efther party upon sfxty,days wrftten notlce.
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STORAGE allowTng storage of a 100 gallon lfqufffed petroleum gas tank at the
ARC.CONV.HOSP. ,Arcadfa Convalescent H9spftal, 1601 S. Baldwfn Avenue) and ffnd that the
publfc health, safety, and welf~re wfll not be jeopardfzed.
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LEGAL CENTER
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APPROPRIATED $500 from the General Fund fn support of the State and
Local Legal Center (the organlzatfon whlch represents the interests
of State And Ln~~l ~nVernmp.nts before the Supreme Court).
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CABLE TV
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ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY CQUNCILMEMBER
HARBICHT, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER YOU~G AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE
AS FOLLOWS: ' ,
AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Harbfcht, Lojeskf, Young' and Gilb '
NOES: None
ABSENT: None'
CITY MANAGER
The owner of the Arcadia Muffler Service is moving t~ 635 E. Las Tunas
Drive and is desirous of acquiring a portion of the alley in the rear.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Cquncllmember Harbic;ht
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the 25 foot Cfty owned
alley be conveyed to S~oichi J. Kawahata and Bonnie ~isako Kawahata for
$10,000 and that the City Manager be authorized to execute, all documents
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necessary to complete this transac~io~. '
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Youn~ and Gilb'
None '
None
Communication from Cablevision with'reference to the Franchise Agree-
ment with tne City which requires 2 Ba~lf Service l~vels.' They request
permission to combine these 2 levels of programming into one level.
Benefits to the residents were set forth in their letter of April 28.
Staff reviewed the request and weighed the advantages of the One Tier
system and recommended the consolidation of Tier I and Ti~r II basic
s~rvice into one service Tier, The benefits to the resi4ent~ were
considered and it was noted in partfcular that there would no longer
be a need for a Cablevislon Box (Channel Selector) and that each cus-
tomer could use their own Remote Control H4,nd Unit and Ty ,and eliminate
the need to pay for the Cablevision Remote ~and Unit and Box. Council-
member,Harbicht suggested that every subscriber be made aware of this.
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It was MOVED by Councllmember Young, seconded by Mayor Gllb and carried
on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to notify Cable-
vision in writing that an exemption will be made to the existing two
T1er requirements as,set forth in the City's Cable Television Franchise.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
The current agreement with Los Angeles County for Animal Control Services
expire June 30, 1987. It was noted in the staff report t~at licensing,
fees will be increased beginning the next fiscal year and Animal Control
hopes this increase will provide sufficient revenue to allow the cost of
animal control services to be met solely through this revenue... if this
should happen no general fund monies would be needed to support the
program. '
It was MOVED by Councilmember Chandler, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the new 5 year Animal
Control Services Agreement be APPROVED and that the Mayor and City'Clerk
be AUTHORIZED to execute sa~ in form approved by the City Attorney.
(This agreement would expire 'June 30, 1992).
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counc11member Chandler, Harb1cht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
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The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1857, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF ~
THE CITY OF ARCADIA REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 260 WEST HUNTINGTON
DRIVE FROM R-l (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO S-2 (PUBLIC PURP05.E)".
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ORDINANCE
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RESOLUTION
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember
Chandler and carried on roll cal] vote as follows that Ordinance
No. 1857 be and it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb,
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1858, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF ,ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS '9262.4.3~C, 9262.4.4.A,
9262.4.5.A, 9262.4.6.C.2, 9262.4.6.D, 9262.4.7.D, 9262.~7.E, 9262.4.8.A,
,9262.4.13, 9275.4.7.2.h, 9275.4.7.3.h, 9275.4.7.2.k, AND 9275.4.7.3.k OF
ARTICLE VI OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATIONS PERTAININGI
TO SIGNS". '
It was MOVED by Councilmember Youn9, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1858 be and
it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counc11members Chandler, Harbi cht, Lojeski, Young and G11 b
None
,None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1859, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING AND DELETING SECTIONS FROM THE S-2 CODE
WHICH PERTAIN TO R-O AND R-l USES".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Chandler
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1859 be and
it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1860, entitled: "AN ORDIKANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTIONS 4113.11..
4113.12.,4124.2.2.,4124.2:5,4122, 4125, 4125.11~l, AND 4125.7
OF THE ARCADIA MU~CIPAL CODE TO INCREASE THE COST OF DOG LICENSES,
IMPOUND FEES AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS AS REQUIRED BY THE COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES DIRECTOR OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL".
It was MOVED by Councilmember'Chandler, seconded by Councilmember
Lojeski and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1860
be and it i,s hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members, Chandl er, Harbi cht, Lojeski, Young and G11 b
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The City Attorney presented, explained th~ content and read the title of
Resolution No. 5353, entitled: '~A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT-CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE".
It was MOVED by Mayor Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Resolution N6: 5353 be and it is hereby
ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
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On MOTION by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht
and carried on roll call vote as follows the application for Leave to
Present a Late Claim by Holmes Edding Electric was DENIED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Lojeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
MATTERS FROM STAFF
The City Manager reported on the request of the Arcadia Methodist
Hospital to refinance 22.9 million revenue bond issue issued in August
of 1980 to assist the hospital in financing new facilities. Final
payment is due August 1, 2010. The highest coupon (or interest) rate
is 9 5/8%. Annual Debt Service on the bonds is $2.5 million and is
'paid by the Hospital out of its revenues. Due to decline in interest
rates the Hospital is requesting cooperation of the City in refunding
the bonds. It is felt by the Hospital that they can save about $2.5
million over the remaining 23 year lif~ of the bonds and also replenish
their capital fund if they refinance. They will not extend the term of
the bonds beyond the existing August 1, 2010 due date, nor will they
increase their annual debt service payment above the existing $2.5
million. The Hospital will pay all costs, including Ci~y of Arcadia
costs, for the refinancing. '
A Resolution of Inducement for the proposed refunding will have to be
considered and adopted by the City Council.. this is a statement of
interest and intent ,by the City Council in support of the proposed
refunding.. it would not be final. The Bond Counsel will prepare
necessary documents and agreements and have them approved by the various
participants.. all would come back for final approval by Council...
probably in July or early August. Following Council approval and execu-
tion of the Agreement, the Underwriter will market and sell the Refunding
bonds when he feels the market is advantageous.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Chandler
and carried on roll call vote as follows that, 1) Place the resolution
of Inducement for 'consideration on the agenda for June 2, 1987; and 2)
Approve retention of Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher as Special Counsel subject
to affirmation as approved by,the City Attorney that the Hospital will
be responsible for the legal fees incurred.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, LOjeski, Young and Gilb
None
None
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Referred to the inability to make out the City Seal inscription on the
pins in particular and lead in a discussion to consider returning to
the former seal on pins, badges, letterheads and,the like. The City
Flag would not be changed as it is very clear and attractive as is.
Costs were explored and staff explained that the dyes are still avail-
able and that it should not be too costly.
During this consideration Councilmember Lojeski told about the time
and effort made in deciding on the current seal which has been used
since 1983. He felt the current design indicates just what the City
stands for and would not be in favor of returning to the former seal.
Councilmember Harbicht said in part, he did not favor one over the
other... but would like to cut costs.. and as a case in point referred
to the cost of 30~ each for Council note pads. He would favor a
simpler design which was not"o difficult and expensive to reproduce.
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Mayor Gilb then MOVED that staff be directed to prepare an ordinance
for Council consideration at the June 2 regular meeting amending Arcadia
Municipal Code Section 2710 to change the City Seal back to that used
prior to the adoption of the current one; with the provision that the
current City Seal be used for flags. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Chandler and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Young and Gilb
Councilmember Lojeski (for stated reasons)
None
Councilmember Chandler read the following statement:
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"I would like to get the facts straight relative to the article in
Saturdays Tribune, about mini-marts. I think it's important to do
this before Gary Kovacic and other members of our Planning Commission
continue a "Knee-Jerk" reaction to what they perceive as a problem.
The project in question, Santa Anita and Huntington Drive, The Drive-
In Liquor, is owned and being developed by three long standing Arcadia
businessmen. These are not developers who want to "make a dollar and
take-off." They are investing their hard earned money to improve
their property. They have met every requirement, including parking
requi rements.
I would like to know what legal or logical reason Mr. Kovacic,
Mr. Amato or Mr. Lojeski would use to deny these citizens of their
rights as businessmen and land owners.
The statement "I'm afraid they will pop up allover town"; or the
other statement, "There are a myriad of gas stations that are ripe
for that kind of development" are not, under any stretch of the
imagination, justifiable reasons for denying approval for the project
we passed on a 4-1 vote.
If Mr. Kovacic has his way he will be running this city, and I can
assure you, it would be at a snails pace. Mr. Amato, the last thing
the redevelopment agency needs to do, "is to give developers a little
more of a hassle."
The whole idea of a street corner moratorium is pure emotional dribble,
and I suggest we quickly squelch this notion before any more unneces-
sary staff time is wasted; not to mention the turmoil, just prin~ing
the word moratorium creates.
If some members of the Planning Commission think they can come up with
a better idea for privately owned street corners, then they should do
their homework and follow with a presentation. In the meantime,' our
ci ty sta ff has the i r hands full keepi ng up with the "myri ad" of
productive developments underway. We are dealing and building in a
real world, not in Fantasyland.
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We just approved an architectural review authority for commercial and
multi-family building. Either Mr. Kovacic has forgotten about that,
or else he is upset that he cannot control the redevelopment agency.
After serving as liaison with the Planning Commission for this past
year, it is my opinion that Gary Kovacic is a grandstander, who burdens
the Planning Commission with his self indulgence. I will not vote to
approve his reappointment as a Commissioner."
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ADJOURNMENT
Ju ne 2, 1987
5 p.m.
ATTEST;
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Advised that the nation-wide Bicentennial will b~ celebrated
September 17. locally an Essay contest is planned due June 6
.. the City Attorney has compiled pertinent data as has the ,
librarian.... Councilmember Young continued in part in asking staff
to ascertain whether or not the lawn in front of City Hall could
be used for a City-wide celebration on September 17. Publicity
will be processed tlirough the Arcadia Tribune and Television... It
is also hoped that the block parties foi July 4 will emphasize the
Bicentennial event. (later in these minutes the City Attorney was
directed to prepare a Resolution declaring September 17, 1987 as
Constitution Day). '
Said in part that he was surprised at the remarks of Councilmember
Chandler concerning the proposed mini mall development at Santa Anita
and Huntington Drive, and asked Mr. Chandler if he had read the
minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Chandler said he was refer-
ring to the article in the newspaper which said Mr. lojeski was in
opposition to the mini mall at that location. Mr. Chandler said
further, in part, that a year's experience with Gary is sufficient
for him.. he would like to call a stop to it.
Councilmember lojeski said in part that it would have been appropriate
for Mr. Chandler to come to him.. that the article is only partly
correct, that the Commission was concerned not only for that particular
corner, but also what is bein9 constructed at Santa Anita and Duarte
and at Baldwin and Fairview.. all mini malls.. concerned for the
neighborhood; the parking; ingress and egress; and he did not want to
be accused of grandstanding.
Councilmember Young stated that perhaps Council should look into it...
the City could have a problem.. we should be lookin9 ahead as to what
we want in Arcadia, and added that a moratorium is being declared in
los Angeles.
Referred to the Bicentennial Celebration, the Committee would like to
declare September 17 as Constitution Day. It was the consensus of
Council that a resolution be prepared to that effect for presentation
to Council on June 2.'
Would like a brief presentation by staff and the consultant on the
Downtown Revitalization Program on June 2. Council concurred.
Referred to the forthcoming consideration of appointments to the various
Commissions and asked Councilmembers to review the packet containing
information and citizen resumes.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p,m. to 5 p.m. June 2, 1987 in the
Conference Room of the Council Chamber to conduct the business of the
Council and Agency and any Closed Session, if any, necessary to discuss
personnel, litigation matters and evaluation of properties.
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Charles E.' Gilb, Mayor
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Christine Van Maanen, C,ty"Clerk " '
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