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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLLCALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(Nov.19,1985)
(APPROVED)
\1RD. & RES.
READ BY TITLE
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ATTORNEY
CLOSED
SESSIONS
M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 3, 1985
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment Agency met in a regular session December 3, 1985 at 7:30 p. m.
in the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber.
Dr. Margaret Stevens, The Santa Anita Church
Counci1member Hannah
PRESENT: Counci1members Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
ABSENT: Counc ilmember Gi 1 b
It was MOVED by Counci1member Hannah, seconded by Counci1member LOJeskl
and CARRIED that Counci1member Gi1b be EXCUSED.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Lojeskl
and CARRIED that the Minutes of the Regular and Adjourned Meetings of
November 19, 1985 be APPROVED as corrected. Councilmember Lojeski
requested that the first paragraph, page 2 of the Adjourned Regular
Meeting Minutes be clarified to read that the suqgestions for the use
of the surpl us IIlympic Funds be submitted to City Council for its
review and decisions.
It was MOVED by Counci1member Lojeskl, seconded by Counci1member Young
and CARRIED that all ordinances and resolutions be read by title only.
PRESENTATiON
On behalf of the City Council, presentation was made by Mayor
Pellegrino to Arcadia Rose Princesses, Katie Garry, Lara Jungvig,
Sharon Lee, Sandra Waltrip and Diane Welch. The week of December 1,
1985 was declared to be Court Week in Arcadia in honor of the Arcadia
Tournament of Roses Court. Celia Ka1m was also commended for her
interest and dedication in counselling and aiding the Royal Court.
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Pellegrino made a presentation
to Councilmember Hannah in honor of his receiving the Good Scout
Award from the San Gabriel Valley Council. The Good Scout Award is
presented to individuals in recognition of their good citizenship
and service to theil' community as well as their support of the
Scouting program.
The City Attorney announced that the City Council and the Redevelop-
ment Agency met in a Closed Session this evening and will also be
adjourning to a Closed Session at the conclusion of this meeting. The
Closed Sessions are being conducted pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act,
specifically Government Code Section 54956.8, to allow the Agency to
instruct its negotiators regarding the potential acquisition of certain
properties -- namely Kiewit East and certain properties in the Southside
area. Additionally, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)1,
discussion will be held on certain pending litigation involving situations
where, based on advise from the City Attorney, there is significant
exposure to litigation involving the City.
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PUBLIC
HEARING
PARCEL MAP
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(APPEAL
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CONTINUED from November 17 -- Appeal of Murrey Seidner and William
Moore who desire to create four lots from two lots at 370-380 W.
Longden Avenue. This was carried over inasmuch as there was a 2 to 2
vote ... and to provide time for some of the Council members to visit
the site.
Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and James A. Montpas, 385 W
Walnut Avenue, spoke in favor of the development and submitted that
his lot is a separate estate lot... there is another lot affected
by this transaction which is intended to be combined with the 150' lot
to make the two lots. The development will clear up a very unsightly
situation and all of the neighbors with the exception of one are in
favor. As far as his carport is concerned, he will remove it.
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Walter Lotz 2115 Holly Avenue, asked if Mayor Pellegrino had an oppor '
to see the property... Mayor Pellegrino said he had.
Murrey Seidner, 172 Bliss Canyon, Bradbury, one of the developers said,
in part, that all of the neighbors, except one, had signed for the dev~!u~.'
ment and advised that the homes would all be single story.
Geor~ Fry, 360 W. Longden Avenue, spoke in opposition and noted that.
the area is in an R-O zone calling for 100' lots and felt it inapproprla:'.
to not adhere to the square foot requirement.
No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member Young and CARRIED.
Staff advised that as far as is known, there are no deed restrictions
and if there were, it would not be relevant to the City's position in
the matter.
Mayor Pellegrino said, in part, that he had visited the site and felt
that, indeed, the corner is in need of some kind of development. He wa;
in favor of the improvement, but still was in favor of adhering to the
Code, but after spending some time there, he felt this will be a great
improvement,
It was then MOVED by Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member
Hannah and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the project, toget~v
with the provision for its design and improvement, is consistent with t:.,;
Arcadia General Plan; that the Negative Declaration be approved and fil~J:
that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment;
that the Director of Public Works be AUTHORIZED to execute the sub-
division agreement; that the proposed project be APPROVED subject to
all conditions set forth in the staff report dated December 3, 1985,
and that the project be limited to single story dwellings. I
Councilmember Young said she was still going to vote "no" and said, in
part, that previous Councils had done a good job on zoning matters ..
this is in an R-O zone and when variances start to nibble away at an a:~.
they start to change ... that the zoning should be maintained until
the entire area is taken under consideration.
AYES:
NDES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Hannah, Lojeski and Pellegrino
Oouncilmember Young, for reasons stated
Counci1member Gilb
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PUBLl C
HEAR I'NG
Text Amend-
ment
Photographer
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MINUTE
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Consideration of adding photographers to the permitted uses in the C-O
zone. The appl ication was initiated by Real Properties Investment. The
Planning Commission had recommended the text amendment and a Negative
Declaration has been prepared.
Discussion ensued with concerns expressed by Councilmembers as to the type
of photography to be performed under this text amendment. The need for
clarification was brought out and the City Attorney said, in part, that
certain types of photography are prohibited by the adult entertainment
ordinance moratorium which defines certain types of model studios as
prohibited ... that a definition may be provided if Council so desires.
It was also noted that the Supreme Court has recognized the validity of
zoning ordinances to regulate and in some cases circumscribe certain types
of businesses called adult entertainment which includes the type of studio
Council was alluding to with regards to pornography. Pursuant to those
Supreme Court decisions, the City of Arcadia has enacted a temporary
ordinance which is going to be in effect for at least another 12 months
putting a moratorium on any of these types of use while a study is being
made toward a permanent ordinance. As far as zoning goes, it is legitimate
for the City at this time under the moratorium ordinance to regulate the
uses and staff is working toward those regulations ... for at least 12
months the types of uses concerning Council would be prohibited under the
code.
Council would like staff to bring back to the Council appropriate revisions
defining photography studio in order to eliminate the concerns of Council.
Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and Bill Connolly, 815 E.
Camino Real, stated, in part, that it appears to him that the question is
whether or not photographers are desired in the C-O zone.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED that the hearing remain open and continued to December 17, 1985.
COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: ~1embers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
ABSENT: Member Gilb
On MOTION by Member Hannah, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED,
Member Gilb was EXCUSED.
On MOTION by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED, the
Minutes of the Regular meeting of November 19, 1985 were APPROVED.
It was noted in the staff report dated December 2, 1985 that in the
Exclusive Right to Negotiate with Stanley Gribble and Associates, the
Agency is responsible for preparation of appropriate environmental
review documentation, Therefore, proposals for such preparation were
requested from seven consulting firms and,based on the cost and ability
to meet the Agency's schedule, staff submitted recommendation for the
retention of Planning Center.
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SOUTH SIDE
PROJECT
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HEARINGS
SCHEDULED
DECEMBER 17,
1985
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DIAL-A-RIDE
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It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Hannah and CARRIED
on roll call vote as follows that the firm of Planning Center be retained
at a cost of $7,045 (a 10% contingency added to this estimate) for the
preparation of a Focused Environmental Impact Report at a cost not to
exceed $7,745 and that the Executive Director be AUTHORIZED to execute
all necessary documents, in form approved by the Agency Counsel.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Member Gilb
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As stated in the staff report dated December 3, 1985, the Agency is
responsible for obtaining a survey of the site for the South Side
Project. Four engineering firms were contacted, three bids were submitted
which staff reviewed and made recommendation. It was MOVED by Member
Young, seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as
follows that a contract be executed with the firm of Hopen, Hedlund &
Darby at $7,800 (two weeks time) and that the Executive Director be
AUTHORIZED to execute the contract in form approved by the Agency Counsel.
AYES:
NOES;
ABSENT:
Members Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Member Gilb
The Agency adjourned to a CLOSED SESSION following this meeting.
COUNCIL RECONVENED
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Petition for street lights on Leafwood Lane.
2. Petition for street lights on Palm Drive from Baldwin Avenue
to Florence Avenue.
3. Proposed Tentative Map 30435 for an 8 unit residential condominium
at 763 Fairview Avenue (Al-Lin Chang Chao, applicant).
4. Proposed Tentative Map 32731 for an 8 unit residential condominium
at 459 Fairview Avenue (Pat Chen, owner/developer).
AWARDED contract for the purchase of eight (8) Dial-A-Ride sedans from
Grand Chevrolet for $11,226 per vehicle. The new sedans will be 80%
funded by an Urban Mass Transportation Administration Grant, the remain-
ing 20% will be funded with Proposition A Local Return Funds. Total
estimated cost including accessories, taxes, and two way radios would be
$105,646. The Mayor and City Clerk were AUTHORIZED to execute the
contract in form approved by the City Attorney.
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APPROVED a Memorandum of Understanding to receive fiscal year 1986
Proposition A Discretionary Grant Funds for the Dial-A-Ride between
the Los Angeles County Transportation Commission and the Arcadia Dial-A-
Ride. The Mayor and the City Manager were AUTHORIZED to execute the
agreement in form approved by the City Attorney.
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REROOFING
Reservoirs
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REQUEST FOR
RELEASE OF
COVENANT
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THE FlUNG
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CIVIC
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AWARDED contract to the Virgin'Roof Company for the reroofing of the
Santa Anita Reservoirs #1 and #2, and two pump houses at the Camino
Real Plant, in an amount of $35,654, and appropriated $40,000 from
the Water Facilities Replacement Fund to cover the cost of the contract
and contingencies. It was noted that the existing roofing is over 20
years old and must be replaced.
ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER
LOJESKI, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HANNAH AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE
AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Councilmember Gilb
CITY MANAGER
Dr. and Mrs. K. H. Clifford have requested the release of a covenant
on their property at 35 W. Longden Avenue. The covenant was placed on
the property in 1966 as a condition of approval in 1962 when a modification
was granted to add a second story on the existing detached garage. Dr.
Clifford did not proceed with the project and the approval lapsed. Dr.Cllttorc
was granted modification in 1966 based on provisions set forth in the covenant
Dr. Clifford would now like to sell his home and guest house and split
the lot and feels that tll remove the second story of the guest house from
the garage, or move and attach the guest house to the existing main
residence, would be prohibitive costwise and is requesting the release
of the covenant.
It was the consensus of Council that is is premature to eliminate the
covenant until it can be determined what impact the two story building
would have on a proposed new lot as it relates to setback requirements, etc.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Planning Department
notify the applicant that his request will be considered at such time as
a Tentative Parcel Map is filed.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Council member Gilb
Presentation was made by H. Wendell Mounce on the draft.Civic Center
Master Plan. Mr. Mounce introduced those who would assist him. It
was noted that each facility has been set forth in what he referred to
as Volumes, i. e., Police Facility, City Hall, Recreation and a Theatre.
The needs of each were explored in detail and numerous slides were shown
indicating alternate locations of the structures. Some reference and
slides referred to the theatre location being on the high school campus.
Rough costs were submitted. At the conclusion of the presentation, Mr.
Mounce submitted estimated final costs '" the lowest at $32,929,100 and
the highest at $33,959,000. Mr. Mounce said, in part, that he really,
needed indications from the City Council as to its preferences after which
they could prepare a conceptual floor plan.
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9a.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1824
(ADOPTED)
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9b.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1825
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RESOLUTION
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Mr. Mounce was commended on his presentation ... however, Council was
concerned about the financing and will await the forthcoming December 28
meeting at which the City's finances will be explored in detail.
(A TAPE OF THE ABOVE PROCEEDINGS IS AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK. VOLUMES 1 AND 2 AND THE DIAGRAMS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW.)
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and read I
the title of Ordinance No. 1824, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COIJN,
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 9250.3.10,9250.3.11,
9251.2.15 AND 9252.2.24 TO THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING REGULA-
TIONS LIMITING THE NUMBER OF VEHICLES WHICH MAY BE MAINTAINED IN THE OPEN
ON SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PROPERTY".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1824 be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES: Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
NOES: None
ABSENT:Councilmember Gilb
The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and read
the title of Ordinance No.1825, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CERTAIN REGULATIONS
SET FORTH IN ARTICLE VIII OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE
UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1982 EDITION, UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1982 EDITION,
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1984 EDITION, UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1982
EDITION, UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1982 EDITION, AND WITH CHANGES, ADDITIONS,
AND DELETIONS THERETO, AND AMENDING, ADDING AND DELETING CERTAIN BUILDING
REGULATIONS SET FORTH IN ARTICLE VII I OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1825 be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Councilmember Gilb
The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and
read the title of Resolution No. 5259, 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 PERMIT THE REGISTRAR-
RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY RELATING
TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON
APRIL 8, 19ffi ".
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Hannah
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5259 be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None .
Councilmember Gilb
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RESOLUTION
NO. 5260
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The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and read
the title of Resolution No. 5260, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA; ORDERING THE CANVASS OF THE
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE 8TH DAY OF APRIL, 1986 TO
BE MADE BY THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5260 be
and it is hereby AOOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Councilmember Gilb
The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and read
the title of Resolution No. 5261, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE, PERTAINING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE
ELECTORATE AND THE COSTS THEREOF FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO
BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, THE 8TH DAY OF APRIL, 1986".
It was MOVEO by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5261 be
and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Councilmember Gilb
The City Attorney presented for adoption, explained the content and
read the title of Resolution No. 5262, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING
NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN
SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 1986, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN
OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CHARTER".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5262 be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
Councilmember Gilb
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CLAIM OF On recommendation of the City Attorney, the
W. TAN on MOTION by Councilmember Hannah, seconded
.(DENIED) . /:.: CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
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SESS ION
AND
ADJOURNMENT
ATTEST:
claim of W. .Tan was DENIED
by Councilmember Young and
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Hannah,
None
Councilmember Gilb
Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
Council recessed to a CLOSED SESSION, RECONVENED and ADJOURNED thereafter
at 11 :30 p. m. to 7:00 p. m., December 17, 1985 in the Conference Room to
conduct the business of the Council and Agency and any Closed Session
necessary to discuss personnel, 1 itigation and evaluation of properties.
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Christine Van Maanen, City Clerk