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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
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PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
( Dec. 1 7 , 1985)
(Jan. 7.1986)
(APPROVED)
ORD. 2. RES.
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
CITY
ATTORNEY
RE. CLOSED
SESSION
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ADMIN. OF
OATH OF
OFFICE
EMIL AMATO
PLANNING
COMSN.
ARCADIA
CHILD
HEALTH
COUNCIL
M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 21, 1986
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment Agency met in a regular session January 21, 1986 at 7:30 p. m.
in the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber.
Rev. Alfred Carter, Christian Center of Arcadia
Councilmember Hannah
PRESENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
ABSENT: None
The Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 17, 1985 and
the Regular and Adjourned Regular Meeting of January 7, 1986 were
APPROVED on MOTION by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember
Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah. Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
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Councilmember Lojeski abstained on the vote on the Adjourned Regular
Meeting of December 17, 1985 since he was not present at that meeting.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED that all ordinances and resolutions be read by title only
and that the reading in full be waived.
The City Attorney stated ~at at the pre-meeting this evening the
Council adjourned to a Closed Session pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown
Act, Government Code 54956.9(a) to confer regarding the condemnation
in the Bong case and other pending litigation.
PRESENTATI ONS
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Emil Amato, incoming
Member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Amato was welcomed to the
Commission by Councilmember Lojeski who presented him with his credentials.
Presentation was made to Phyllis Parker and Jackie Fried of a Proclama-
tion with an expression of appreciation from the City Council for the
efforts and achievements of the Arcadia Child Health Council which has
provided dental, optical and medical services where none was otherwise
available.
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PUBLI C
HEARING
Precise Plan
Review
333-421 E.
Huntington Dr.
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The Arcadia Datsun/AMC/Jeep dealership at 333-421 East Huntington Drive
is proposing to expand the automobile dealership by constructing a 636
sq. ft. showroom for its Suzuki dealership which will incorporate part
of an existing building containing 1,550 sq. ft. The building would
be remodeled to add a new showroom and patio. The Planning Commission
recommends approval of this Precise Plan 85-2 subject to all conditions
set forth in the Commission's Resolution No.1305 approving Conditional
Use Permit 85-20 for the expansion.
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Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open.
Bruce Low. 333 E. Huntington Drive, spoke in more detail about their
expansion plans and answered questions from Council regarding the
acquisition of the Suzuki dealership. There was some discussion
regarding the signage, although this was not precisely addressed at
this meeting. Mr. Low stated, in part. that it would pose a difficulty
for them to remove the sign in favor of a smaller one. Councilmember
Gilb stated that everybody has to adhere to the sign ordinances, but
that perhaps, since more large businesses were coming into Arcadia,
the ordinances should be revised to allow larger signs. Mr. Low said
that his business brought in considerable revenue to the City and that
he was merely trying to improve his business; that he did not ask any
financial assistance from the R~development Agency. as did some of the
incoming businesses.
No one else desiring to be heard. the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED.
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb. seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Negative Declaration
be approved and filed; find that the project will not have a significant
effect on the environment and APPROVE the Precise Plan Review 85-2 sub-
ject to conditions listed in the Commission's Resolution No. 1305.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah. Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
Consideration of projects for the 12th year, 1986-87 Community Develop-
ment Block Grant Funds. The City received notification on January 16. 1986
by the Community Development Commission that the City will be receiving
$201.569 in CDBG Funds for the fiscal year 1986-87. The Commission has
notified staff that the City must submit their 1986-87 cost and project
summary no later than February 14, 1986.
Staff submitted a Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of said funds I
in a report dated January 21, 1986 and recommended the following project~
from the allocation:
Public Works Lighting Program $181.569
Administration 20,000
$201.569
Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open. Discussion ensued. Council-
member Lojeski inquired about the re~lacing of 79 street lights with 49
street lights. Staff replied that the new lights would be the high
intensity sodium lamps which provide more efficien~, low-cost lighting.,
Councilmember Lojeski also inquired about the disposition of the $20.000
for administration costs. Staff explained.' Councilmember Gilb inquir~d
if this project would be done ahead of projects already approved. Staff
replied that it would not.
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PUBLIC
HEARING
Street
Lights
Walnut Av.
(APPROVED)
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No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOS~D on MOTION
by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember YqVng and CARRIED.
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It was then MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the City proceed
with the projects as listed; that the Cost Summary be APPROVED and
that the City Manager be AUTHORIZED to execute the Memorandums of
Understanding.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
Nonel.
None "
Consideration of a petition for street lights on Walnut Avenue
between El Monte Avenue and the east dead end. Notices of this
hearing were posted on each property and copies of the notice were
mailed to each property owner. The project is categorically exempt
from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.
Staff submitted that, two (2) street lights would be necessary to
provide the minimum recommended level of lighting on this street.
The petition from the eight'benefitting property owners indicate
five in favor (62%) and one opposed and two did not respond. The
City would pay 75% of the installation cost if the property owners
pay the remaining 25% as well as 100% of the future power and mainte-
nance cost.
Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open.
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Stuart J. Reeves, 178 Wa1hut, spoke in favor of the insta11ation of
the lights. Said the area was a cul-de-sac and very dark. Felt
the lights would provide added safety for homes as well as children
and traffic in the area. He also stated that because the area is so
dark, it provides an area for unknown persons from undetermined areas
parking autos at night, throwing beer bottles, etc. into the street.
Mr. Reeves noted property values would increase also.
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Rubin Ruiz, 171 Walnut, Also spoke in favor of the installation of
~ights ... they are deterent to crime. Mr. Ruiz cited instances
of disturbances during the night and early morning hours. Asked for
approval. He felt it is a dangerous area without lights.
Ethel Self, lB5 Walnut, spoke in favor and thought perhaps one light
c'ould suffice about midblock.
During the discussion, the Director/Public Works explained that there is
an existing light at the northwest intersection of El Monte and Walnut
and, in response to questions, said further, in part, that the depart-
ment is flexible as to location, but would recommend that it be as close
to the intersection as possible.
Crai~ Howe, 184 Walnut, said when the petition was originally circulated,
it d,d not have space for those opposed ... two are opposed. They have
lived in that area for two years and feel the light on the corner is
adequate ... that if they do not want it, why do they have to pay for
the light ... there has not been an accident or nighttime burglary in
ten years ... they do. not need nor want an additional light. If it
comes to lights, It it be one ... they do not need two.
Claudia Stavert, 164 Walnut, likes the area as it is ... safe for children.
But, if it comes to it, she would go for one light, not two. Asked that
a light not be placed so close to her property... that it be placed
in ,the middle of the block where the residents want a light.
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T. M. Self, 185 Walnut, said he thought one light would be sufficient.
Mayor Pellegrino asked for a show of hands of those who would go for
one light ... five (5) persons responded. Stuart Reeves, 178 Walnut,
said the formula set forth in the staff's letter lndlcates it would
be 4~ per $100 assessed valuation, i. e., on a $100,000 assessed
valuation, the cost would be about $40 per year.
No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember Gilb and CARRIED. I
Councilmember Lojeski then MOVED that one light be installed on
Walnut Avenue between El Monte Avenue and the east dead end, between
Lots 6 and 7 on the property line; and that the Superintendent of Streets
be AUTHORIZED to proceed with the work in accordance with the provision
of Chapter 27 of the Improvement Act of 1911. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Hannah and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Loj~ski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Recreation and Parks Commission on January 8, 1986 recommended
use of surplus Olympic Commission Funds of $4.656 as follows:
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SURPLUS
OLYJIIPIC
FUNDS
$ 825 each to West Arcadia, National, Coast
and Santa Anita Little Leagues
1 ,100 to Arcadi a Pony ICo It Baseba 11
256 to Arcadia Football, Inc.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to
distribute the funds as outlined above.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
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PERSONNEL It was the consensus of the City Council that all recommendations be
RECOMMENDATION made by the Personnel Board to the City Council; that the Board is an
(DENIED) . ,(\important one and its functions must not be taken away. The recommenda-
~\O tion before Council at this time concerning revisions of the classifica-
. _ (~' tion plan may be made by the Council on recommendation of the City
~\~ Manager or the Personnel Board was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember
. _,"\ Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on ro1l call vote
fl. r. \ as follows:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci lmembers
None
None
Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
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COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS-THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
6a.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
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6b.
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(Jan.7,1986)
(APPROVED)
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DESIGN
REVIEWS
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On MOTION by Member Young, seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED,
the MinGtes' of the Regular Meeting of January 7, 1986 were APPROVED.
333 E. Huntington Drive Arcadia Nissan is undertaking two projects
in order to improve the property. Both the AMC/Jeep Showroom plans
and those for the Suzuki Showroom are prepared by the same architect
and employ the same general style and use of materials. Report dated
January 21, 1986.
It was MOVED by Member Young, seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED
that:
1. the landscape berm be no less than 18 inches in height;
2. the landscape curbing along the northern portion of the
berm be continuous around the perimeter of the AMC pole
with grass landscaping;
3. that the landscaping be maintained to the satisfaction of
the Planning Director; and
4. that the Applicant obtain all necessary encroachment permits
from Caltrans as advised by Public Works;
and as thus conditioned. the project be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
25-31 East Colorado Boulevard for a proposed 8 unit condominium. Staff
report dated January 7, 1986 indicating that the project would consist
of two separate 4 unit multiple family residential buildings. The
two buildings are unified by a large wooden trellis which bridges the
Jlq common driveway entry.
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q1' It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED
I~ on roll call vote as follows that the applicants (Joseph and Laurel
~ Erpenbeck):
provide detailed landscaping and irrigation plans for approval
by the Planning Director and the Assistant City Manager for
economic development;
that the ~andscaping be maintained to the satisfaction of the
Planning Director; . .
that the AODlicants either execute a covenant blndlng the two lots
to~ether or' file a parcel map consolidating the two lots; and
th~t thp ~tandard Public Works conditions be satisfied by the
Applicants as outlineg in a January 10. 1986 Public Works
memorandum;
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and as thus conditioned, the Design Review be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
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DESIGN
REVIEW
#4
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143-45 AHa Street - (10 unit apartment), The Applicants are Kai
Chan, Architects and Planners. This development would consist of two
separate 5 unit apartment buildings. Staff report dated January 21,
1986 s~ts forth the fact that the proposed design represents a
depaiture from what the Redevelopment Agency typically sees in
that it does not employ variation in texture or color as a means of
providing visual interest and variety... the design does not adequately
incorporate design features and treatments the Agency has approved in
the past and is likely to encounter in future design reviews for this 1
area. This project would not be consistent with the Downtown Revitali~a,
tion Design Guidelines. Staff recommended denial of this project.
During his presentation, Kai Chan explained in detail his plans and
noted that the Agency did not have guidelines for him to follow.
Projecturals were shown of other apartments he has constructed, one
in Arcadia on Duarte Road. He said he would be willing to include
awnings and landscaping to the satisfaction of the Agency. He felt the
building would enrich the neighborhood as it is all residential.
During the ensuing discussion, Councilmember Young submitted, in part,
that the area in question is in the redevelopment area and most of the
people are elderly and may not want to live in such a building. It
seems to her to be a wrong location for this design. It is so stark on
the driveway side.
As to Guidelines for the area, staff advised that they are being prepared
for Council consideration during the month of February.
Counc il member Gil b commented , in part ,that he rather 1 i kes the des i gn
... it seems to be of the future and he finds it inter2sting. Also,
that Council should not concern itself with whether or not the owner
could rent the units.
Councilmember Hannah did not find the design offensive. It it were not
in the development area there would not be any opposition ... he would
be inclin~d to go along with the architecture and if the owner could not
rent the apartments, he would have to deal with that.
Councilmember Lojeski said, in part, that the design is so different
from anything he has seen since conling on the City Council... he had
mixed emotions and could not picture the landscaping ... felt that the
building could be toned down by attractive landscaping. In response to
his question, Mr. Chan said the windows would be transparent and
explained the proposed landscaping... trees, etc. However, Council-
member Lojeski just felt he could not support the project as far as
the environment for, living is concerned.
Councilmember Gilb then MOVED to approve the project subject to I
conditions set forth in staff report dated January 2". 1986 with
the exception that the landscapinq be maintained to thp ,~ti,f~ct;on
of the Planning Director. ' Motion seconded by Councilmember Hann~h
and LAR~IED on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah and Young
Councilmembers Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
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REQUEST/
RFP for
THIRD/
HUNTINGTON
(APPROVED)
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RESOLUTION
NO. 5276
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The Agency on January 13, 1986 (Study Session) directed staff to
prepare a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of the
Third/Huntington site (pursuant to an attached map to the report).
The provisions of the RFP were explored in detail in said report
dated January 21, 1986. It was recorrmended by staff that the RFP
be mailed to lists in the Agency office, published in the Los Angeles
Times Real Estate Section and in the Pasadena Star News on two Sundays
(estimated cost $1500.,).
During this consideration, the project site map attached to the
report was discussed. Councilmember Young felt the map should be
more definitive o~ the exact location of the site and not encompass
so much territory which was not a part of the RFP, i.e., a plain map
with only the subject area outlined... if a developer is interested
in a deviation, it can be handled at that time. Councilmember Lojeski
felt it more conducive to personally talk with developers rather than
newspaper publications and mailings. He also felt the map too confusing
and agreed with Co~ncilmember Young.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Gilb
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation be
APPROVED with the exception of the map -- that a plain map be prepared
with a line around the subject area.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young 'and Pellegrino
None
None
'Councilmember Hannah stated for the record that, lias I stated in the pre-
meet1ng. thet lwei, g01ng to vote no beCBu,e tft11 1tem wel not d1lcull.d
in an opln Council melting but wII'd11culled by 101icitation or phone
101 ic1tation"'.
Tftlme.t1n, adjourned to 7100 p, m., February 4. 1986 1n thl
Conference ROOM.
COUNCIL RECONVENED
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
1m~. 144 White Oaks Dr1vll. 1lI1d he WU ,01n, to speak 1n
'FiDu'tIDOrthe lIIIet1n, of January 7. 1986 concorn1n9 tho Wh1sper1n9
P1ntl dlvllopmtnt. The City Attornty advised that the public hoaring
in thlt matttr wal cloud, although Mr. Cogorno hll the rignt to
Iptak, any thin, hI mi9ht say would'not be part of thll'i'ecord 01 the
January 7th mettin, ,.. the decision hu bun made.
In his prtstntation, 'Mr. C090r"0 made rllferlnce'to prllD rel.ases ..
Jtnuary 12 and January 16. Onl ~Indicatln, restriction of ctrtaln
lots btln, one, ItorY and a lator roleaao Itating that Counc11 rllversed
its decision for the rllltr1ct10n and and voted to perm1t two story
homes on the fOurlubJect lots. He felt Council had 19nored the 336
s1gnaturea and felt'th1s ind1catai the residents havll no v01ce 1n tho
City,
I~nim~~~it~:'a~~:~m~~~or:~~~i~~i~~,v~~~~~~~e~faa~~s~~~~i:no~:rl~~~~~~:~on
Dr1v" specjf1cally the h'ight clearanct betwitn,the ptdestrian bridge
and the roadway lurface of Hunt1ngton Dr1ve, 'Following disculs10n, 1t
WU dtttr,min'd that, th1s 18 an urgency matter<a,nd the City Attorney
,prtlented, explained the contont'and read the t1tl, of RESOLUTION No.
6276, ,nt1tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARrNG ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF CERTAIN AIR
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember
Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Urgency Resolution
No. 5275 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
Linda Schaller, 2057 Highland Oaks Drive, said she had reviewed the
staff report On bike lanes in the City as recommended for Duarte
Road and Campus Drive from Santa Anita to El Monte. She felt it
is a good beginning but hoped the area could be expanded to include
bike lanes around all of the schools.
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Mrs. Schaller also read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Siegfried Trick
103 W. Foothill Boulevard, requesting bike lanes leading to the
Arcadia High School. In answer to a question, Mrs. Schaller said
she felt there was adequate parking in the rear of businesses on such
streets as Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue.
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Tony Schurer , 1960 N. Santa Anita Avenue, also spoke to bike lanes.
He was driving the car involved in the tragic accident of November 20.
H@ said it is b@dlam almost every morning ... cars parking, childr@n
running to and fro. Expresssed the hope that Council will find some
way of improving the situation so disaster doesn't strike again.
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HEARING
FEBRUARY 4
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SUBDIVISION
AGREEMENT ~:
APPROVEO'
325;N.Santa
Anita
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CONSENT ITEMS
SCHEDULED a public hearing for February 4 on Text Amendment 85-8
adding and amending Sections of the Subdivision Regulations of the
Arcadia Municipal Code making provisions for vesting Tentative Maps
and vesting Tentative Parcel Maps pursuant to State Law.
This Tentative Ma~ 85-15 was filed by the Bowden Development, Inc. for
a proposed four-unit commercial condominium complex at 325 N. Santa
Anita. The Subdivision Agreement is before Council for approval.
This Agreement would establish an agreement between the City and the
developer to insure that on-site and off-site improvements are provided
for fhrough the posting of 'a performance bond by the developer.
9c.
SUBDIVISIONQ? This Tentative Map 85-16 was filed by Public Storage, Inc., for the
AGREEMENT ~'\ creation,of three lots from one lot on the south side of Lower Azusa
APPROVEDrl east of Roseglen. The Subdivision Agreement is before Council which
SoSide Lower establishes an agreement between the City and the developer to insure
Azusa East of that on-site.and off-site improvements are provided for through the
Roseglen posting of a performance bond by the developer.
9d.
fJ: NON-CONFORM-
I NG USE
CONTINUANCE
APPROVED
APPROVED the request for continuation of the cessation period for the
non-conforming restaurant use until JULY 21, 1986 of property at 200
E. Foothill Boulevard. The request was from Messrs. Gary Barringer and
Lee Hanmond.
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NON-CONFORM- Separate Item. See page 10.
ING USE
CONTINUANCE
9f.
WORK ACCEPTED the work and AUTHORIZED final payment pursuant to the terms
ACCEPTANCE a of the contract for the work performed by Traffic Operations, Inc. in
TRAFFIC ~~ J the painting traffic striping and pavement markings on various streets
STRIPINGyl throughout the City. The final contract calls for $16,303.24 which
Job 576 has been budgeted in the 1985-86 operating budget.
9g.
WORK vIP ACCEPTED and AUTHORIZED final payment pursuant to the terms of contract
ACCEPTEO \~ for work performed by Sully Miller Contracting Company in the re-
STREET f construction of various streets, Job 566. The final contract amount
IMPROVEMENT is $383,124.87 and was funded from State Gas Tax Funds.
Job. 566
9h.
AWARD OF ~ ACCEPTED the low bid of Paxin Electric, Inc., in
CONTRACT qq $49,471, for the street lighting improvements at
LIGHTING<- \ Job 581. Any informal ities or irregularities in
Job 581 , process were waived and the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the contract in form approved by the
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SU ITS
FILED BY
THE CITY, t)
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the amount of
various locations,
the bids or bidding
were AUTHORIZEO
Ci ty Attorney.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the City Attorney concerning setting
up settlement authority for suits filed by the City against other
parties for money damages. Council granted authority to the Finance
Director with concurrence of the City Manager to settle all cases in
Which the initial amount sought by the City does not exceed $20,000 --
if the amount sought by the City exceeds $20,000, City Council approval
will be necessary.
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NON-CONFORM-
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CONTI NUANCE
(APPROVED)
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BICYCLE
LANES -
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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 Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
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Request from the Economic Development Department to allow the 1
continuance of the non-conforming garage use at 317 E. Huntington
Drive. The Agency recently purchased this property and the site is
developed with the Santa Anita Body Shop which has been out of business
for approximately 90 days. The property is zoned CPD-l which does not
permit garage uses. The Agency would like to rent the property to
Mario's Volkswagen Repair which is currently located at 921 S.
Baldwin Avenue and is requesting continuance of the non-conforming uSe.
Mario's would like to occupy the premises within a month.
Councilmember Lojeski expressed concern that the Agency purchased
this property, the former tenant moved out and now the Agency is
renting the property for the same use; that it doesn't seem fair,
There mil be relocat1on costs, etc,
Coune1lmember Hannah agreed and lold, In part, that It 1& belns
rented for eueh a short period of time ." It jUlt doeln't Deem
worth it for the" amount of mone~ the Asene~ wm reeeiVe, Tho t
1f at the t1me the Asene~ wantl to terminate the rental and tho
tenant refueee to move, It may have to go to court. The City
Attorney advised on the,procedure in such an event .,. that from
the time of the n,otlce of eviction, It might take 3,0 days.
Staff advised that the former tenant had some difficulty with his
bus1ness prior to the time the Agency acquired the property and that
the proposed new tenant, Mario's Repair Shop, understands that the
Initial rental periOd 15 for three months and on a month to month
basis thereafter. He also understands that there would not be any
relocation benefits, " ,
It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councllmember Gilb
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows,that the request for a
contln\latlon of the non~conformlng use for 317 E. Huntington Drive
be APPROVED with the firm understanding that the lease be worked out
and there will not be any relocation benefits.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councllmembers Gilb, Young, Pellegrino
Councl1members Hannah. Lojeskl
None
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CITY MANAG ER
Council received the comprehensive report on the installation of bicyc~~ ,.
lanes on the north side of Duarte Road and the south side of Campus Drt~ ^l
between El Monte,Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue. It was noted In the
report that the School District and the Police Department are working 'to~
gether to develop bike safety educational material which will be ,. 'j,
distributed to all students and this should have a beneficial effect
on safety for bike riders as well as vehicular traffic. Extensive discQSs;,
ion held on this situdtion and it was the consensus of Council that trn;' ':
School Board be asked 'to consider this as soon as possible and advise'
Council on its findings.' It was suggested that the School might provi. .
additional parking for bicycles on its property... it is quite large and
much of it isn't being used for anything. Posting of signs was discusSed
and the Director of Publ ic Works will investigate this and report back./ '
(NOTE: Because of the importance of this matter a transcript will be-'p~-'.
pared incorporating the individual Councilmember's remarks concerning .
~ays to remedy the situation.)
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ORDINANCE
'NO. 1826
(ADOPTED)
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1827
(ADOPTED)
llc.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1828
(WITHDRAWN)
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1829
(INTRODUCED)
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RESOLUTI ON
NO. 5273
(ADOPTED) ,
26:0025
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Ordinance No. 1826, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF
ARTICLE II OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO UTILITIES TAX".
/ It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1826 be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Ordi nance No. 1827, ent i tl ed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADDING SECTIONS 9220.49.1 AND 9261.1.8 TO THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING PHOTOGRAPHERS TO THE PERMITTED USES IN
THE C-O ZONE AND SETTING FORTH A DEFINITION FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS (LA. 85-9)".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Hannah, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote .as follows that Ordinance No. 1827' be and
it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
Ordinance No. 1828 regarding the use of portable gasoline engine
powered blowers was withdrawn at this time for further study.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Ordinance No. 1829, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT
TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND
THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1829 be and
it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pelle9rino
None
None
JThe City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 5273, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA ESTABLISHING A NO~PARKING AREA PURSUANT
TO SECTION 10.3(0) OF ,THE ,CITY UNIFORM TRAFFIC ORDINANCE (TURN-OUT AREA
- SANTA ANITA CANYON ROAD - CHANTRY FLATS)". U
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Gilb
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5273 be
and it is hreby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Gilb,
None
None
Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
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RESOLUTION
NO. 5274
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APPLICATION
TO FILE
LATE CLAIM
LOVEJOY
(DENIED)
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13.
GILB
LOJESKI
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ADJOURNMENT
7:00 p. m.
Feb.4,1986
26:0026
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 5274, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT R.M. 85-1 FOR A 23 LOT SUBDIVISION IN THE R-M RESIDENTIAL
MOUNTAINOUS SINGLE-FAMILY ZONE, NORTH OF THE WHISPERING PINES ESTATES
DEVELOPMENT FINDINGS AND STATEMENTS OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS".
It was MOVED by Counci1member Young that Resolution No. 5274 be
DENIED.
Motion died for lack of a second.
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It was then MOVED by Counci1member Gi1b, seconded by Counci1member
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No.
5274 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Gi1b, Hannah, Lojeski and Pellegrino
Counci1member Young
None
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the application for leave to
present a 1ate,c1aim by Sandra and Maynard Lovejoy was DENIED on
MOTION by Counci1member Hannah, seconded by Counci1member Young and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Gi1b, Hannah, Lojeski, Young and Pellegrino
None
None
'/4ATTERS FROM STAFF
None
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Noted that the audio and visual equipment available in the Council
Chamber was inadequate and -- as far as the visual -- inconveniently
placed. Asked staff to check into this to see how this situation
could be improved.
Concurred with Counci1member Gi1b's remarks and also requested that
staff look into the matter.
Mayor Pellegrino adjourned the meeting in memory of Ambrose Hall, friend
of his who passed away recently; resident of Monrovia, Minister of
Baptist Church for many years and was involved in many community and
civic organizations.
At 10:40 p. m., the meeting adjourned to 7:00 p. m., February 4, 1986" /1
in the Conference Room for the purpose of conducting the business of t{~.
Council and Agency and any Closed Session necessary to discuss personne~ ,
litigation and evaluation of properties.
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Christi~aane , City Clerk
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