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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
(Dec.4,1984)
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HEARING
TRACT .NO.
43828
Tentative
Map APPROVED
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 18, 1984
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment Agency met in a regular session Tuesday, December 18, 1984 in
the Arcadia City Hall Counci' Chamber, 7:30 p. m.
Rev. J. William Daum, Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration
Counci1member Lojeski
PRESENT: Counci1members Gi1b, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
ABSENT: None
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Counci1member
Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Minutes
of the Adjourned and Regular Meetings of December 4, 1984 be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
It was MOVED by Counci1member Pellegrino, seconded by Counci1member
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that all ordinances
and resolutions be read by title only.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Gi1b, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Mayor Hannah welcomed members of the Boy Scout Troop No. 3 who were
in the audience and were working on their Merit Badges.
Consideration of the Tentative Map of Tract No. 43828 for a
proposed 6-unit condominium at 835 Arcadia Avenue. The staff
report was presented in full (dated December 18, 1984). Mayor
Hannah declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard,
the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded
by Counci1member Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Gilb, LOjeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
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It was further MOVED by Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1-
member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the
tentative map of Tract No. 43828 be APPROVED subject to the
following:
1. Find that the evaluations of the environmental impact
as set forth in the initial study are appropriate; that
the project will not have a significant effect on the
environment and that the Negative Declaration be approved
and filed.
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HEARING
TRACT. NO.
43643
Tentative
Map DENIED
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OPPOSED
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2. Find that the proposed subdivision, together with the
provisions far its design and improvement, is consistent
with the City's General Plan and that the discharge of
sewage into the public sewer system will not violate
requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water
Quality Contro'l Board far this region,
3. That the Director of Public Works be AUTHORIZED to approve
and execute the subdivision agreement,
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And that the Tract be APPROVED subject~to'all conditions
specified in the staff report of December 18, 1984.
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AYES:
NOES;
ABSENT;
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Yaung and Hannah
None
None
Consideration of the tentative map of Tract No. 43643 for a proposed
8-lot residential subdivision at the northwest corner of Camino Real
and Second Avenue. The site is presently developed with 6 single
family dwellings, zoned R-l. The applicant proposes to retain the
existing dwelling at 145 E. Camino Real and build seven new homes.
The Planning Commission voted 4 to 2 to recommend denial. Those
voting against felt the project was too dense for the site and it
had too many substandard conditions which, if the development were
approved, would be perpetuated for another 30 or 40 years. The two
Commissioners in favor felt that, although there were many variances,
the majority were minor except for the depth of 2 lots; the develop-
ment would lend itself to some unique homesites, enhance the corner
and create some dwellings on a cul-de-sac street instead of a busy
street. The Planning Department recommended denial because the
development is not consistent with the subdivision ordinance and
the site is not phYSically suitable for the density of the project.
Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and the developer, Gordan
Maddock, 20 W. Orange Grove Avenue, explained in detail how the
development came into being -- partly because some of the home-
owners had expressed a desire to sell. He said that the major
differences he has with the Planning Commission and Department are
the lot depths and the setback from the right-of-way. He noted the
'change which has been made by the City since 1978 in the 60 foot
street requirement which he felt is too excessive to serve just 3
or 4 homes. Camino Real is a 60 foot wide street and it serves much
east(west traffic. He felt the subdivision would be an improvement
over what is there now and it would bring in increased property taxes.
Mr. Maddock exhibited and explained projecturals and drawings of
the subject area and compared his development to others nearby. He
responded to questions propounded by Council. He asked Council for
favorable consideration and expressed agreement with all conditions
speciJied by staff if the tract were approved.
J. A. Montgomery, 1969 Cinco Robles, Duarte, felt the aesthetic
improvement of the total area would be very beneficial for the City
and, although the subdivision does not meet all of the requirements
of the latest code, it still would be a definite improvement.
William T. Gahr, 1502 S. Second Avenue, addressed the proposed sub-
dlYislon'and said, in part, that he resides within 300 ft. of the
project. Felt that the recommendations of both the Planning
C01T1l\ission .and the Planning Department should carry some weight with
Council. The plan is too ambitious and there is too much density for
the size of the lots and same of the homes to be torn dawn have
recently been remodeled.
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Dan Post, 1514 S. Second Avenue, felt the developer should follow
the same standards as in other areas of the City... that if this
development does not materialize, there will be other offers. It
is not in compliance with the City Code and was opposed.
Gordon Maddock said, in rebuttal, that his development is a good
one for the site and there could be some modification of the code as
has been done in the past for other developments. He commented also
that most of the persons in the subject area received copies of the
maps. As to an inquiry about constructing two story homes, Mr.
Maddock said, in part, that if such a restriction were made on the
adjoining properties, he would be happy to comply with such a
restriction. He said ,he has done the very best he could with the
site and if he were to reduce the subdivision by one,dwelling, he
would not have to be before Council... it would have all been
settled on the Planning Commisssion level.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Councilmember
Lojeski and CARRIED ,on roll call vote as follows that the Hearing
be CLOSED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Mayor Hannah commented, in part, that in his view an endeavor has
been made to follow the configuration of the codes and the Code was
changed in 1978 to upgrade the residential areas of the City. He
noted there are possibly nine or ten violations, principally on Lots
1,4 and 5 ... he has not been convinced that the project is workable
... and that the density is the problem.
Councilmember Young concurred with Mayor Hannah due to the deficiencies
currently in existence... to approve the subdivision would only
perpetuate the deficiences for a life time of new homes ... she
would be opposed also.
Councilmember Pellegrino said, in part, that Mr. Maddock has con-
structed many facilities in the City of which everyone should be
proud., however, Second Avenue is a highly travelled street .,. one
of the main arteries from Duarte Road to Las Tunas... he was also
concerned about the density.
Mayor Hannah said, in part, to Mr. Maddock that "before I vote I
would like to comment that you (Mr. Maddock) have been one of the
movers and shakers of the real estate business in Arcadia and I
certainly hope -- whatever the votes comes out tonight -- that this
does not discourage you from possibly coming back to Council with
some revision that would satisfy the Planning Commission and staff,
as well as the Council".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the tentative map of
Tract No. 43643 be DENIED based on the following findings:
1. Find that the proposed map is not consistent with applicable
general and specific plans.
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2. Find that the design or improvement of the proposed sub-
division is not consistent with applicable general and
specific plans.
3. Find that the site is not physically suitable for the type
of development.
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HEARING Consideration of 'proposed Text Amendment 84-6 to add regulations
Text Arnend- to the Arcadia Municipal Code pertaining to dish antennas. Staff
ment explained the regulations for the construction, installation, and
(Dish Antennas)maintenance of dish-type antennas. A communication concerning
APPROVED this from James R. Helms, Jr., was made part of the record and
Ordinance his recommendations will be incorporated in the final document.
to be
Prepared
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HEARING
TRACT NO.
43803
CONTI NUED
TO JAN. 8,
1985
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Opened)
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Find that the site is not physically suitable for the
density of development.
Find that the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements is likely to cause substantial environmental
damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wild-
life or their habitat.
5.
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Find that the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements is likely to cause substantial environmental
damage.
7.
Find that the oesign of the subdivision or the type of improve-
ments are likely to cause serious, public health problems.
Find that the design of the subdivision or the type of improvel
ments wi 11 confl i ct wi th easements, acqui red by the pub 1 i c -a t
large for access through or use of property within the propose
subdivision. In this connection, the City Council may approve
a map if it finds that alternate easements, for access or
for uses, will be provided, and that these will be substan-
tially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the public.
This subsection shall apply only to easements of record or
to easements established by judgment of a court of competent
jurisdiction and no authority is hereby granted to a City
-Council to determine that the public at large has acquired
easements for access through or use of property within the
proposed subdivision.
8.
9.
Find that the proposed waste discharge would result in or
add to violation of requirements of the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Consideration of the tentative map of Tract No. 43803 for a
proposed 10-unit condominium at 145-49 Fano Street. Staff report
presented. Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and Steven
Csejtey, architect for the project, was present to answer any
questions. Council expressed a desire to have additional informa-
tion and have the developer present. HEARING WAS CONTINUED TO
JANUARY 8, 1985.
Mayor Hannah declared the
be heard, the hearing was
seconded by Councilmember
follows:
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hearing open and, no one desiring to
CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb,
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Discussion ensued on whether or not the regulations should apply
to those antennas already in place which the Planning Department
said might be difficult to locate. This is something which could
be worked out later by contacting other cities to see how they
handled such problems. The visual impact was also discussed ...
possible screening.
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TEXT AMEND-
MENT
Abandoned
Serv.Sta.
~RDINANCE
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APPROVED
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Text Amend-
ment 84-6 be APPROVED with corrections recommended by Mr. Helms;
that the Negative Declaration be APPROVED and FILED and find that
the project will not have a significant effect on the environment
and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordinance.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Staff will contact other cities to ascertain how they handled
abatement of existing antennas with report back to Council within
60 to 9,0 days.
The City Council at its November 20, 1984 meeting directed staff to
prepare an ordinance for consideration relating to the abatement of
abandoned service stations. Staff prepared such an ordinance
which is open for comments relating thereto. Mayor Hannah declared
the hearing open and, no one desiring to be heard, the hearing was
CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Council-
member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES;
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council
APPROVE and file the Negative Declaration and find that the project
will not have a significant effect on the environment and that
Ordinance 1804 be introduced.
Whereupon the City Attorney presented for the first time, explained
the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1804, entitled "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADDING CHAPTER
9.2 TO ARTICLE IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ABANDONED
SERVICE STATIONS".
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Youn9 and Hannah
None
None
The City Council recessed in order to act as the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Members Gilb, lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
ABSENT: None
It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and
CARRIED that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 4,
1984 be APPROVED.
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Recommendation for approval of FY 1983-84 Report to State Depart-
ment of Housing and Community Development on the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment Agency. Member Lojeski requested that correction of his
middle initial on page 116 be made. It was MOVED by Member Lojeski,
seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows
that the report be APPROVED.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Gilb and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Design Review of
proposed office building located at 400 N. Santa Anita Avenue
be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Anthony Landolfo, 850 Arcadia Avenue, spoke to a problem he has
been experiencing because of a tree belonging to the City that is
growing near his driveway. He would like to put in a sidewalk on
the left side of the driveway. The tree is a young tree and, since
it has been planted, has caused quite a lot of inconvenience. The
roots are menacing the driveway and are pressing up under the apron
of ,the dri veway. He woul d 1 i ke to have permi ss i on to remove the
tree. He understood from the Director of Public Works that, based
on City policy, he could not obtain permission from that Depart-
ment. It was explained by the Director that in order to remove a
tree, it must be dead, diseased or creates a serious public hazard.
In this instance, it is true that the distance between the existing
sidewalk to the east and Mr. Landolfo's driveway is rather short.
Councilmember Gilb stated, in part, that he had visited the property
in question and there are two healthy trees which would remain; that,
in his view, a fence would be much better than putting a sidewalk
around the subject tree. He felt the tree could be removed and
noted that the property owners are willing to pay for the sidewalk
and also to remove the tree at their own expense. It was the consensus
of Council that City policy be waived in this instance.
Mofid Sahar, 311 S. Second Avenue, explained his situation. He has
been advised that he must have a Home Occupation Permit and the
process to obtain one. Mr. Sahar stated, in part, that he only needs
a desk and telephone to receive and make calls concerning his business.
He does special effects for motion pictures in Hollywood and the only
business he conducts from his home is by telephone. He could not
understand why he should contact his neighbors whom he has never met
and go through the public hearing process. He was advised to con-
tact the Planning Director to see how the matter could be resolved.
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, spoke to a proposed Resolution
~ 5206) vacating a portion of certain air rights on Huntington I
Drive in connection with a new medical building to be constructed
on the race track property with an overhead connection to the hospital
He expressed concern ~hat the City would give air rights without any
provision of ever getting them back ... no one knows what the future
holds. Mayor Hannah said that the matter will be before Council in
public hearing procedure on January 8 and Mr. Fletcher might want
to give his input at that time.
~~~~g Lucas, 853 Balboa Drive, speaking on behalf of the Santa Anita
1 age Association, explained, in part, what the Architectural
Review Board has done thus far in connection with the roofing problon
of Mrs. Marie Hart at 805 Coronado Drive. They have scheduled
an open meeting of the Association for January 16, 1985 at the Hugo
Reid'Elementary School for the purpose of presenting,a comprehensive
,display of roofing materials, alternatives and ideas. At a later
time, the neighborhood will be canvassed to ascertain intentions
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and desires of the residents concerning roofing materials. He
was favorable to the intention of Council to have staff prepare
some guidelines to discuss with the Associations ... and after
obtaining their input, come,to Council with the findings.
In response to a question by Mark Sayer of Pasadena, the City
Manager explained that the City was experiencing considerable
problems with the young people who were congregating around the
neighborhood near the IN-N-OUT Burger at the southeast corner of
Colorado and Santa Anita; that the hamburger stand operators
consented to close the walk-up service at 10:00 p. m., however,
one may still drive through until regular closing time.
CONSENT ITEMS
Scheduled public hearings as follows:
Tentative map of Tract No. 43818 for a proposed 5-unit residential
condominium at 166 E. Bonita Street.
Request to construct a 4000 sq. ft. industrial building on a
substandard lot containing 8000 sq. ft. in lieu of 15,000 sq. ft.
required at 150 Santa Clara Street. (M-84-161)
Request to construct a 4000 sq. ft. industrial building on a
substandard lot containing 8000 sq. ft. in lieu of 15,000 sq. ft.
required at 141 St. Joseph Street. (M~84-162)
Request for a variance from AMC Section 3420.2 which does not
allow a gate across a driveway at 329 Arbolada Drive. (Remodeling
a swimming pool and the area is completely surrounded by a block
wall. )
Consideration of Text Amendment 84-7, to amend the Arcadia
Municipal Code to provide regulations to allow 210 square feet
of retail sales area in a service or self-service gasoline station.
Planning Commission Resolution Nos. 1277 and 1278, determining
that woodfinishing and woodworking are permitted uses in a C-M
zone at 15 W. St. Joseph Street were ratified.
AUTHORIZED a contract with Vido Samarzich Company. for Waterline
Replacement Project, Oakwood Drive - Phase 1, in the amount of
$108,200.00, Funds in the Water Facilities Replacement Fund.
APPROPRIATED $130,000.00 from said Fund to cover cost of engineering,
constructi!)n, 'inspection and contingencies. All informalities or
irregularities in the bid or bidding process were waived. Mayor
and City Clerk to EXECUTE the contract in form approved by the
City Attorney,
APPROVED the Water Rights Lease Agreement with the City of Sierra
Madre and AUTHORIZED staff to proceed in obtaining quotations for
1500 acre feet of water rights in the San Gabriel Basin for
FY 1984-85. The quotations would subsequently be reviewed by
Sierra Madre and -a report made back to the City Council.
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APPROPRiATED $2,500 from Federal Revenue Sharing Funds and
AUTHORIZED the Department of Public Works to proceed with
constructing new entrance monument and changing existing sign
faces on monuments at City Hall in the interest of providing
better identification to the public for the location of Arcadia
City Hall and Police Department Buildinq.
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AGREEMENT
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AMERICAN
LANDSCAPE
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WHITE'S
LANDSCAPE
SERVICE, INC.
Award of
Contract
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DENY
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\9/ OF CONTRACT -
o Short Range
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REPORT TO
STATE ON
ARA
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WAIVER OF
BUSINESS LIC.
FEES FOR
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ING IN CITY
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ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS
(Traffi c
Signal -
Love 11 &
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APPROVED termination of Landscape Maintenance Agreement with
American Landscape. AUTHORIZED the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute the agreement in form approved by the City Attorney.
APPROVED letter of November 13, 1984 from White's Landscape
Service and AWARDED contract to that company in the amount of
$157,950 to cover the contract period January 1,1985 to January 31,
1986, and APPROPRIATED $10,344 from the General Fund to pay the
additional cost for the remainder of the current fiscal year.
AUTHORIZED the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute same on behalf
of the City of Arcadia in form approved by the City Attorney.
DENIED the awarding of a contract for completion of FY 86-90
Short Range Transit Plan in favor of completing the Plan in-house
and DIR~~TED staff to inform all bidders of the City's action.
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APPROVED FY 83-84 Report to State Department of Housing and
Community Development of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and
AUTHORIZED staff to transmit same to said department.
APPROVED purchase of five Police Patrol vehicles from Grand
Chevrolet which company met'all specifications for the bid.
Funds are from the'Revenue Sharing Fund FY 1984-85 in the amount
of $67,075.
AUTHORIZED the refund of the fees paid by the students of the Art
Center College of Design for filming in the City of Arcadia.
Arcadia Municipal Code Section 6616.10 provides for this waiver.
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ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY
COUNCILMEMBER LOJESKI, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PELLEGRINO
AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young,and Hannah
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On July 3, 1984 the Council considered and authorized a traffic
sitgnal for the intersection of Lovell Avenue and Duarte Road. Staff
has now prepared the plans and specifications and requested Council
approval of same and authorization to advertise for bids. Council- I
member Lojeski stated, in part, that he now has problems with the
installation of ~he traffic signal -- the traffic will back up on
Lovell. He did not fe,el that the residents who were so concerned
with the traffic going in and out of the Medical Building parking lo~.
realize what Is going to happen when the signal says STOP and the ca~s
begin to back up on Lovell. He would like to change his vote on this.
Councilmember Young said, in part, that she was going east on Duarte
Road recently and could not believe the number of cars on Lovell wait-
ing to turn out .., there was so much traffic on 'Duarte, they just .
could not get out.
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Councilmember Gilb said, in part, that, although he was absent
at the time this was last discussed, he had voted against it
prior to that for the same reason. This has been before Council
several times and he felt that installing a signal is just going
to be dynamite.
Mayor Hannah commented, in part, that there was a considerable
number of people in the Council Chamber the last time this was
discussed ... they were extremely concerned with having a signal
there ... he would not be willing to change his vote.
Councilmember Lojeski MOVED to not approve the p~ans arid specifica-
tions. MOTION,DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
Councilmember Pellegrino then MOVED to approve the plans and specifica-
tions for the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of
Lovell Avenue and Duarte Road (Job No. 563) and AUTHORIZE the City
Clerk to advertise for bids. Motion seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
Councilmembers Gilb and Lojeski
None
CITY MANAG ER
Council was advised at length on the present situation with the
MDS(EDS financial computer system on which the City will have to
be off by Decelllber 31, 1985. The changing to a new computer system
will be a very difficult and traumatic experience for everyone in-
volved in the conversion. 'Staff recommended the retention of a
consulting firm to evaluate staff's recommendation regarding the
IBM 36 and the DLH systems and to assist the staff in this conversion.
(See report dated December 13, 1984.)
It was MOVED by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Councilmember
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council AUTHORIZE
$25,000 from Capital Projects to enter into a contract with Coopers
& Lybrand for their services in advising the City on the purchase of
software and hardware in connection with a mini-computer system.
Contract to be in form approved by the City Attorney.
AYES;
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
Anthony Landolfo, 856 Arcadia Avenue, submitted, in part, his knowledge
and experience with computers having been with Honeywell for 40 years.
He made suggestions which Council could consider.
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1805 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER
9.3 TO ARTICLE IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ADVERTISING
SIGNS ON MOTOR VEHICLES".
Council considered this proposed ordinance and was concerned about
enforcement; the inclusion of political signs; the Citing of some-
one having his car parked on his private property with a "For Sale"
sign on it. No action was taken pending further study.
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12b.
RESOLUTION
NO. 5207
(NOT ADOPTED)
J
12c.
RESOLUTION
NO. 5206
(ADOPTED)
HEARING
JANUARY 8,
1985
j 12d.
RESOLUTION
NO.5208
(ADOPTED)
12e.
LATE CLAIM
(Christie
Sue Little)
(DENIED)
12f.
CLAIM
(Joseph &
Anna Natter
& Rettan
Corp. )
(DENIED)
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 5207, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING THAT THE URBAN MASS
TRANSPORTATION ADMINISTRATION ISSUE A LETTER OF INTENT TO THE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION
OF FEDERAL FUNDS TO ASSURE THE IMMEDIATE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LOS
ANGELES METRO-RAIL PROJECT".
On MOTION by Councilmember Gilb,' seconded by Council member Lojeski,
and so ordered by Mayor Hannah, no action was taken.
The City Attorney presented, 'explained the cont~nt and read the
title of Resolution No. 5206, entitled: "A'RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION I
TO VACATE A PORTION OF CERTAIN AIR RIGHTS OF A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON
DRIVE".
During the consideration Councilmember Gilb referred to the remark
made by Mr. Fletcher concerning air rights and said he would like
additional information. Mayor Hannah asked staff to provide a
rendering of the proposed structure. Councilmember Lojeski expressed
concern about this setting a precedent. It was noted that this
resolution scheduled a public hearing for JANUARY 8, 1985.
On ,MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded 'by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call 'vote as follows Resolution No. 5206 was
ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 5208 entitled; "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, TRANSFERRING A PORTION
OF THE PRIVATE ACTIVITY BOND ALLOCATION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA".
On MOTION by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Pellegrino
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows, Resolution No. 5208 was
ADOPTED. '
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the application to file late
claim by Christie Sue Little was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember
Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
I
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of Joseph and Anna
Natter and Rettan Corporation was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember
Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call
vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
None
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14.
CITV
SEAL
REPORT
BACK
I
(PLANNING
COMMISSIONER
APPOINTED
hERSONNEL
BOARD
APPOINTMENT
15.
ADJOURNMENT
I
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MATTERS FROM STAFF
None
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Councilmember Gilb said, in part, that he would like to see the
City Seal changed back to the former seal ... the seal really
belongs to the citizens and would like to know if Council would
be favorable to the change so it would be in conformity again
wHi', that on the pol ice anJ public works veh'icles. He then i'IOVED
to have an ordinance drafted returning to the previOUS City Seal,
seconded by Mayor Hannah. The MOTION did not carryon the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AVES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember Gilb
Councilmembers Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah
None
Discussion then held on the supply on' hand of printed matter
carrying the seal and the costs involved in having new decals made
for City vehicles, as well as letterheads, etc. Staff will bring
back this information and a breakdown of printing costs between the
two seals.
It was the consensus of Council that Gary Kovacic be appointed to
the Planning Commission to fill out the unexpired term of Jack Wells
who had resigned recently. This term will carry to June 30, 1987.
Raymond Godfrey had preViously been appointed to fill out the un-
expired term of James Clarke on the Personnel Board. Mr. Clarke
had resigneg!recently. Mr. Godfrey's term will expire June 30,
1986.
Councilmember Gilb asked staff to make available to him a list of
the number of employees from year to year. The City Manager said
there is a page in the current budget which has comparisons for
the last two years by departments.
Councilmember Pellegrino asked that the meeting be adjourned in
memory of Dwight M. Lydell, a longtime resident of the area. Mr.
Lydell passed away December 17 at the age of 87. He had been the
Superintendent of Schools in Monrovia for 27 years, very active in
community affairs. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club for over
50 years, Past President of the Monrovia Kiwanis Club and former
Lieutenant Governor and Founder of the Arcadia Kiwanis Club of
which he was a member for 15 years. Mr. Lydell had been Chairman
of the Monrovia Parks and Recreation Department, Chairman of the
Coordinating Council and Vice President of the Monrovia Chamber of
Commerce. He was a graduate of Chico State College with graduate
studies at Claremont and USC. He is survived by his daughter and
son-in-law,"Janet and Perry Jones and grandson Chris, all of San
Gabriel. Memorial services were held December 19 at Douglas & Zook
Mortuary Chapel in Monrovia with private internment at Oakdale
Memorial Park.
The meeting adjourned at 10:10 p. m. to 7:00 p. m., January 8,1985
i'n."the Conference Room to conduct the business"of the Council and
Agency and any Closed Session necessary to discuss personnel,
litigation matters and evaluation of properties.
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Christine Van Maanen, City Cler~
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