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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAUGUST 8,1985 I I 25:1299 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ~nd the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 8, 1985 ROLL CALL The City Council and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met at 5:30 p.m. August 8, 1985 in the Arcadia City Hall Conference Room. PRESENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Ppllegrino A8SENT: None The primary purpose of this meeting is to receive presentations on two proposals for the development of the south side of Huntington Drive east of Second Avenue. The City Yard is now located on this site and the intent of the City Council is to move the Yard ... the development site would then be ihcreased from about four to over nine acres. Staff reported on the present uses in the area, the revenue derived therefrom and noted that originally there were additional developers interested, but there were only two at this time. As follows: 1. PRESENTATIONS LARMOR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY-MERRILL LYNCH COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TAPE RECORDED James F. Nantais and David Powell explained in detail this proposal which would be a two part development. One parcel would contain two restaurants facing Huntington Drive. Behind these would be a three story office building ... in design similar to the Southland Bank Building on the southwest corner of Fifth and Huntington (constructed and doing business). Proposed for the other parcel would be the companies of Technar and the Teledyne Camera Systems who have evinced an interest and desire to consolidate their operations in the City on Huntington Drive, prefer- ably... also the building owned by Kenneth Mullen who would like to stay in the area and Rentype Office Equipment. Also proposed for occu- pancy would be a publicly held child care company (Kindercare). A portion of this parcel could be left for the operations of the City Yard. Some discussion held on the possibility of Avis Car Rental com- ing into the complex... it would then be placed across the street from Embassy Suites which might inure to Avis' benefit. Flexibility was emphasized and a desire to work with the Agency in its preferences was submitted. During this consideration, Messrs. Nantais and Powell indicated specific locations for specific businesses on a wall map and responded to quest- ions. It was noted that Larmor is a closed development company and it would use the same architectural team who designed the Southland Bank Building at Fifth and Huntington. Mr. Nantais said, in part, that he would like to keep the building and not put it up for s~le. Larmor's first proposal was for $13.47 per sq. ft.; this was later changed to $14.37 per sq. ft. The Agency entered a Closed Session. Reconvened. 8/8/85 -1- 2. TECHNAR UPDATE (Kiewit) 3. CITY YARD (Chicago Park) '::: 25:1300 STANLEY GRIBBLE & ASSOCIATES (SWG) Stanley Gribble proposes a comprehensive development for the entire site, composed of two restaurants facing Huntington Drive on the ground floor, a three story office building adjacent to the existing Southland Bank building. Also, on the ground floor would be some retail... along the rear of the site abutting the railroad would be a four story office building for whom they have a possible tenant ... however, this building might be phased depending on the office market. Mr. Gribble introduced his associates and advised that his company is I an offshoot of the Ernest Hahn Development Company. He explored in detail his experience in larger shopping centers and mixed use develop ments including the Huntington Oaks development in Monrovia which was leased before ground was broken. The type of development was explained in detail... projections as to sales and property taxes were submitted. Assuming a Disposition and Development Agreement were entered into by January 1986, the land cleared by December of 1986, construction could start April 1, 1987 with occupancy begirjning about October 1, 1987 and continuing throughout the remainder of )987. . ./' .~ Carl Anderson, R. A. Rowan .ReaHy'Company in Pasadena, explained his background in commercial developments and the leasing market at this time. He enumerated companies and individuals who would like to be located in Arcadia. Mr. Anderson felt this area is the last develop- able area unless one desired to much farther east. He felt it would take until 1987 to begin occupancy. He stressed that they would lease to a different clientele than in Huntington Oaks, and named a few who would like to come to Arcadia. In response to an inquiry, he said they realize the parking problems in Huntington Oaks and are endeavoring to redesign, and would take that into consideration for Arcadia in its development. Rental rates were discussed. Brian Tiedge, Director of Design with McClellan, Cruz and Gaylord (MCG), explained his background and, in response to an inquiry as to what he envisions for a theme for the development, he said, in part, they are thinking about striped awnings, wood front stores and good landscaping. He displayed photographs of what has been accomplished in other areas. He noted the proposed locations for the restaurants and the retail. He said they would recognize and accommodate the architecture of the Southland Bank Building so their project would blend. As to the current occupants and owners who would like to be involved in a capital way with the project, Mr. Gribble said he would be happy to discuss it with them and see what could be worked out. They would look to the Agency to de1ivec the land to them all cleared ... they would pay cash for the land ($16.00 per sq. ft.) and should there be some form of grant of which they are not now aware, they would pursue it. They wou1 construct the project at one time. In response to an inquiry on the status of the Technar facility, Mr. Anderson advised that he will be coming in with a proposal... Technat. would be interested in the Peter Kiewit location. Continued - Consideration of alternate site for City Corporation Yard relocation. Staff report set forth all problems which might be encounterec in most of the locations considered thus far and submitted as an alternate for Council consideration relocating the Corporation Yard complex to a site in the Chicago Park area. Advantages and disadvantages were also enumerated in the report. The Chicago Park location would be in the block between Clark and Goldring, Kardashian and Varus Streets. A 4.9I acre site would have to be acquired. 8/8/85 -2- I I 4. MEETING ON CRIME (SUCCESSFUL) CHIEF MITCHELL AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED GRIBBLE & ASSOCIATES ~ APPRAISALS AUTHORIZED APPRAISALS AUTHORIZED MUSEUM ADVISORY COMMITTEE A R A 25:1301 It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that this alternative be selected; that $1,000 be appropriated from Capital Outlay Fund to pay the cost of the required appraisal and that staff be directed to terminate the present contract with the Environmental Consultant, Michael Brandman Associates. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino None None I Staff will see that the residents in the Orange Grove area are advised that the Water Department Equipment Division will not be located at the Orang~ Grove location as was first deemed a possibility. MATTERS FROM STAFF Councilmember Lojeski complimented the police staff on its presentation on crime held last week at the First Avenue Junior High School. It was very well attended. It was the consensus of Council that additional such meetings be held at various locations, i. e., schools. . A plaque for former Police Chief Mitchell is be~ng expedited. Agency Member Lojeski MOVED that an agreement with Gribble & Associates be entered into for an Exclusive Right to Negotiate for a period of not to exceed six (6) months. Motion seconded by Member Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Younq and Pelleqrino None None Staff advised on State Redevelopment Laws which must be adhered to and the time required for these requirements. The Agency asked that staff treat this as a number one priority. It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that appraisals be obtained on all the land, improvements, furniture/fixtures at a fee of $42,000. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino None None Staff briefed the Agency on the status of various properties, i. e., the Derby, Kiewit, Bong, Henderson, Embassy Suites Parking area, First & Huntington and Technar. It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to obtain appraisals on the Derby Restaurant parking lot and the Second Avenue right/way. AYES; NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino None None The City Manager reported on the status of the Museum site on County prope~ty ... no provision for utility hook-up as yet. I The City Manager was directed to communicate by letter with those persons who submitted applications to serve on an Advisory Committee for Redevelopment, advising that the Agency will not be creating such a Committee and expressing appreciation for their interest. 8/8/85 ~ 25: 1 302 ADJOURNMENT AUGUST 20 At 9:05 p. m. the meeting adjourned to 7:00 p. m., August 20,1985 in 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. ~~ff~) IfJ ,~ ATTEST: ~~~-€~~ Christine Van Maanen, City Clerk i ,i , 1 j i 1 1 1 I, i , l ~ ~ 1 'j 8/8/85 i ,j 1 ! -4-