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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(May 6,1986)
(APPROVED)
ORD. & RES.
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PUBll C
HEARING
T.M.35657
(1925-1929
S. Second Av)
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGE~CY
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 20, 1986
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelop-
ment Agency met in a regular session May 20, 1986 at 7:30 p. m. in
the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber. '
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Dr. Charles R. Petty, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Councilmember Chandler
The Minutes of the Adjourned and Regular Meetings of May 6, 1986
were APPROVED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Council-
member Lojeski and CARRIED.
It was MOVED by Co~ncilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRI~D that all ordinances and resolutions be read
by title only andlhat the reading in full be waived.
The City Attorney anrounced that at the pre-meeting this evening,
the Council met in a'CLOSED SESSION pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown
Act, Government Code 54956.9a to discuss case of Chavez V. Arcadia
and a settlement in the'amount of $7,500; also to instruct negotiators
regarding the possible acquisition of the Armory site.
Consideration of a reV1Slon to Tentative Map 35657 to add a l' x 288.92'
trust lot along the southerly side of a proposed 6-10t'subdivision at
1925-1929 S. Second Avenue (Chris Construction, Inc., applicant). This
map was approved March 4, 1986. This proposal is for a one-sided cul-
de-sac which is bounded on the south by lots fronting on Las Flores
Avenue and on the north by lots fronting on Wistaria Avenue. Staff
report presented.
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iCouncilmember Harbicht inquired as to the amount of the trust lot.
,J Staff advised that it would be determined after construction of street.
y Councilmember Lojeski inguired whether the developer would be responsible
~' for maintaining the trus~ lot. He was concerned with possible weed
;/ problems, etc. It was noted that the developer would be responsible
for twenty years after which it wou~d be the City's responsibility.
Because this is a modification ,of an approved tentative map, a hearing
is required. Mayor Young declared the hearing open and
Chris Bade, 2416 Florence Avenue, was present to answer questions.
He stated, in par,t, that one reason for the trust lot was that they did
not want people installing gates in the wall to be constructed on said lot.
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PUBLI C
HEARING
(T .M. 44559
410-412 E.
Cami no Rea 1 )
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No one es1e desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Counci1member Gilb, seconded by Counci1member Lojeski and CARRIED
on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member
Chandler and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Revised Tentative;
Map 35657 for a 7-10t subdivision at 1925-1929 South Second Avenue be
APPROVED subject to the conditions set forth in the original staff
report dated February 11, 1986 and the conditions from the Department O~I
Public Works report dated ,May 9, 1986.
AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
NOES: . None
ABSENT: None '
Consideration of Tentative Map 44559 (extension of Winnie Way) for a
proposed 6-10t subdivision (4 new lots, 2 existing lots) at 410-412 E.
Camino Real Avenue (M. Petrovich and J. Romani, applicants).
The Planning Commission at its April 22, 1986 meeting voted 6 to 0 with
1 member absent for approval of T. M. 44559 subject to conditions out-
lined in the staff report with one additional conditlo~_~~at walls shall' _
not be constructed which exceed 6'0" in height measured from the lowest
adjacent grade.
Mayor Young declared the hearing open and
Richard Palomo, 5133 Tyler Avenue, El Monte, was present to answer any
questions.
John Reuter, 511 E. Norman Avenue, spoke to the problem that he has
been experiencing for a number of years of lack of proper drainage in
Norman Avenue in front of this house because Norman Avenue is so flat.
There is a perpetual lake and debris is collected there. Staff advised
they were aware of the problem -- partly caused by tree roots --~and
partly' by inadequate drainage-- very little actually to do to solve the'
problem other than spending hundreds of thousands of,dol1ars, which
the City does not have available for this purpose.
councilmember Chandler stated that he had visited Mr. Reuter's neighbor;
~. L. Fasana, and agreed that there was a very real problem in that
portion of Norman Avenue. He agreed that the City 'was unable to aft"ol'd
to effectively solve'the drainage problem which had been initiated a
long time in the past. He suggested that, since perhaps part of the
problem is caused by leaves and grass blocking the drains, the use of
high pressure hoses, str~et sweepers, etc., might help solve the
problem at least to someiextent. Staff replied,that they will look
into this in an endeavor to improve the culvert.
Richard Palomo spoke again to remdnd Council that the two lots in
question were located on Camino Re~l -- that the, drainage was from N
to SE -- that this has apparently been a pr9b1em for the last thirty
years and he could'see no ,'reason why this subdivision should make the
problem worse. In fact, he felt the landscaping on the' new lots would
be beneficial -- since there are onJy weeds on the lots at the present
time ... also both lots drain into Winnie Way and probpb1y would have
no effect on Norman Avenue. '
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PUBLIC
HEARING
(T.M. 44524)
(1421--1501
S.Tenth Av)
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No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and
CARRIED. '
It was then MOVED by, Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council finds that
the evaluations of the environmental impacts as set forth in the study
attached to staff ,report dated May 20, 1986 are appropriate and that
the, project will not have a significant effect on the environment; that
the Negative Declaration be approved and filed; that the proposed sub-
division, together with the provisions for its pesign and improvement,
is consistent with the Arcadia General Plan; that the discharge of
sewage from the subdivision into the public sewer system will not
violate requirements prescribed, by the California Regional Water Qu~lity
Control Board for thi~ 'region; that the Director of Public Wo:~s be
authorized to approve ~nd execute the subdivision agreement; that t~e
map be approved, subject to the conditions set forth in staff report
dated May 20, 1986 with the additional condition that no wall sh~ll be
i;onstructed which exceeds 6 '0" in height ,measured from the lflwEl,st
adjacent grade. I '
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
Consideration of Tentative Map 44524 (extension of Linda Way), a proposed
9-lot subdivision (6 new lots, 3 existing lots) at'142l - 1501 S 'Tenth
Avenue (Westco Land, Inc., applicant). The site presently consists of
three lots and is developed with five dwellings, stables and accessory
buildings. zoned R-l. The Planning Commission at its April 22, 1986
meeting could not obtain a quorum vote to either appro~e or deny the
Tentative Map and thus voted 6-0 with one member absent"to forward this
application to the City Council. ' ,
Mayor Young statqd that members of the City Council have been provided
with and have read transcripts of the Plannin9 Commission Meeting and
Council would appreciate it if comments 'could be limited to infonnation
which is not a repeat of that presented to the Planning Commission.
Staff report presented. '
Mayor Young declared t~e hearing open.,
'Ge~rg~ Wiegand, 1425 Melanie ~ane, was present to answer any questions
an is representing Westco. .
Laura Schaefer, 1421 South Eighth Avenue stated, in part, that she is
in favor of this development and.,is against the moratorium. Feels that
the subdivision will improve the area. Stated that they are trying to
improve and upgrade their property. If this is not approved, they do
~qt know if th~y will want to continue with thei~ plans.
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South Eighth Avenue, stated, in part, that he felt the
be an asset to the ,community. Doesn I t agree that a
be able to ten hioi what to do ,with" his property.
Craig Wilef' 1432
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Pete Arthis, 1516 South Eighth Avenue, stated, in part, that he is in
favor of the project.' Does own prClperty. Likes idea of new homes !lAd
cul-d,e-sac.
Mike Kalman, 1503 South Tenth Avenue, stated, in part, that some of the
houses in the area are fall irjg apart. This will be an improvement.
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Fred Keller, 1429 South Eighth Avenue, spoke in favor of the development.
Carol Levato, 1435 South Eighth Avenue, feels that it would be an improve-
ment for the neighporhood.
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Charles Owen, 1513 South Tenth Avenue, stated, in part, that he has
lived in the area for twenty years. He raises and trains horses.
Proposed development will come within 60 feet of his property. His
horses are high-strung and very nervous; one is in foal and he is
concerned about the construction noise and effect on her. He feels
people are concerned about over-population and this would add to the
problem in the area. The area is not run down. His house is not run
down. There have never been any complaints. It is a unique area --
wants it to remain that way. Councilmember Gilb inquired if this I
construction would be on adjoining property. Answer yes. Inquiry made
if children at the school make much noise? Answer no -- they are pre-
schoolers and are outside only about three hours in the mornings.
Kim Weleba, 2655 Mayflower, representing the Arcadia Parent Participa-
tion Nursery School, 1511 South Tenth ANenue, stated, in part, that
they have approximately 65 children and are very concerned about the,
safety of the children if this proposed development is approved. Does
not think the proposed block wall will be adequate protection. Increased
traffic noted. Councilmember Chandler inquired about the traffic in-
volved in bringing children back and forth to nursery school. Answer
about 36, perhaps,a ,day. There is much car pooling. Ms. We1eba felt
construction of more houses will mean more traffic. Traffic comes N
to S in direction of play yard and cars have been known to go through
block walls even at low speeds. At present, entry can be made to
nursery grounds only from back and not into play yard.
Steve Engle, 2311 S. Sixth Avenue, stated, in part, that he just found
out a few days ago about this proposed development. He is not a horse
owner. Some day his dream is to own horse property. Is concerned to
see the rural nature of the area destroyed because it will never come
back. Once the horse property is eliminated, there is no way to go
back. Thinks children are fortunate to be raised in rural community.
This will jam more houses and more people into area. Feels the large
lots should be maintained instead of breaking them down into tract lots
with tract houses. Once the property is gone, it is gone forever.
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Joseph Knuenen,931 South Tenth Avenue, stated, in part, that he feels
this will start a domino effect. What is to prevent other builders
from coming i n?lf people want to build homes there, they can come in
and build single dwelling units on the property. Lived in area for 22
years. Likes the neighborhood. Just for profit, builders seem to
want to tear up the neighborhood.
Dave Maler, 1231 South Tenth Avenue, stated, in part, that he had lived
~rea 33 years and wants to stay there. He is a horseowner. To
him, the area is not run down. He has planted many trees and put in
meters to water the trees. He has received a plaque from Arcadia I
'Beautiful. Doesn't think someone should come in and say "I like what y
have and I want it".
Frank LaBarbara, 1121 South Tenth Avenue and 1117 South 10th Avenue,
stated, in part, that he is building a new home. They bought tbe,propert~
for horses. Those opposed knew what the area was when they bought
property. Does not feel he should be told what to do with his property.
The bottom line is that these people just want to make a buck. Area is
not run down. If area needs development, one home could be built on
ea~h lot but not subdivide. '
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Joe Icco, 1516 South Tenth Avenue, stated, in part, that he is within
300 feet of the proposed project. Inquired, "what is rlatura1 extension
of Linda Way?" That is merely what somebody else did wrong. He has
upgraded hi s property. Arcadi a is known for its 1 arge lots. If
Council decides in favor of this development, will disrupt a way of
life in the area.
Counci1member Harbicht explained that this public hearing presents
an opportunity for people to present facts to the City Council.
Council has to consider the facts. Number of people feeling one way or
another is not the deciding factor and felt those in attendance should
be aware of this.
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Joe Icco, again, stated that he realized that Council needed to expedite
the matter. Stated that the three houses in question were not being
lived in by owners, but had been purchased and rented as an'investment.
The additional houses will add more traffic in area. There are also new
projects in Monrovia which add traffic coming from the other way.
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Nina Bradford, 1100 South Ninth Avenue, stated, in part, that this area
under discussion is the only area in Arcadia that is left as horse
property and once it is gone, it is gone forever. She has raised three
children all of whom have worked for the horse owners and with the horses.
Feels that it has been a good environment for them and for other young
adults. Loss of this environment will be a terrible loss to Arcadia.
As far as the traffic, it people purchasing these new homes have young
adults in the family, there may be as many as six cars to a family
not three.
Robert K1adifko, 34B West Las Flores, recalled that the equestrian events
of the U. S. Olympics were held in Arcadia. Arcadia is known as an
equestrian city. Because of that and because of Santa Anita race track,
Arcadia was able to secure equestrian events for the Olympics. Property
in question is the only property that is very close to the race track.
It is well maintained. He attended Planning Commission session and
one of the sellers had'stated that the agent did not submit other bids
for the property. Apparently there were other interested buyers. Agent
did not provide any counter offer to seller. Noted the 100' City regula~
tion pertaining to horses. What Will happen to ,horse barns and stables
that are within 100'? Will owners have to tear them down or sell horses?
Felt moratorium was preventive move. Should not allow lot size smaller
than 30,000 sq. ft. Stated that all neighbors are very proud of existing
facilities.
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'Harold Ellis, 1504 South Eighth Avenue, stated, in part, that he wished
to present a short history of the area. It traditionally had been
farm land and then chicken farm land -- later it became horse property.
Environment lent itself to this type of usage. The horse owners
spent a lot of money and put in riding trails and built underpasses
at intersections which:were very expensive in order that the horses
might get across the intersections without danger to either the horses
or traffic. The area is now under threat of subdivision. If not sub-
divided, people with money will eventually purchase the three lots and
will build new houses. If the threat of subdivision is lifted, people
with money who are looking for such an area will come into the area ..,
people who are looking for large lots ... but who will not buy now because
of the threat of subdivision. Such potential buyers would not be
interested. This is an unique area. It would be a terrible crime to
destroy it. In February a proposed subdivision on Eighth Avenue was
turned down by the P1 ann i ng Commi ss i on and the City Counc i 1. To prevent
reoccurrence, necessary to seal off area. This proposed subdivision
came in ahead of the moratorium. The City was aware of the petition
for moratorium before subdivision considered.
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When Linda Way was first put in, there was an enormous outcry and protest
which was turned down. Now many of the people on Linda Way are supportive
of the effort to maintain this neighborhood. They are opposed to the
extension of Linda Way. They are all opposed to changing the area.
This tract is as out of place as a supermarket, bowling alley or trailer
park would be. In asking City Council to turn down this subdivision,
we want no more of the neighborhood to erode. People move next to airports
and then complain about the noise. They move next to run down property,
as in this instance, and then complain about it. The only solution is
separation. The 100' rule is a good one. But people in time are going
to complain.
Counci1member Harbicht mentioned a covenant to protect the horse
property. Mr. Ellis said he did not believe people would live by it. I
The City Attorney stated that covenants are enforceable and,are
recorded. Mr. Ellis asked how that would keep people from complaining.
The City Attorney said they could not stop them from complaining.
Councilmember Gilb thought perhaps the covenant would be a separate
and completely different item.
George Wiegand, 1425 Melanie Lane, on behalf of the developer, stated, --
in part, that three owners ,want to sell their properties. As far as
the school is concerned, they intend to construct a block wall in such
a fashion that it can not be broken down.
Charles Owen, 1513 South Tenth Avenue, stated that he could possibly
lose a $50,000 foal due to distraction and noise of construction of
this subdivision.
No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Counci1member Gi1b, seconded by Mayor Young and CARRIED.
Mayor Young then questioned an item on Page 3 of the April 9, 1986
application for Tentative Map 44524 whi,h mentioned that some of the
existing lots do not meet code requirements. Two wrongs don't make
a right.
Counci1member Gi1b said he did not see anything wrong with selling property
for purpose of development ... but he believes that this is horse area
and i~ shdu1d be maintained for the benefit of all the people. Some
of these are very expensive horses. Some of these people are connected
to the race track. This could cause a domino effect. He would hate to
see it go.
Councilmember Chandler stated, in part, that he shared some of these
concerns. What is gone is gone ." like they ordered the chicken rancbes
out. But does not view extension of Linda Way as causing such a
problem. Is not even connected to moratorium. Linda Way is a deadend.
This will make it a complete cul-de-sac. He said he is going to vote
in favor because people should be able to do what they want with their
property.
Councilmember Harbicht stated, in part, that he did not feel that thisl
will have any effect on the safety of the school. The Planning Commis
sion determined that there would be no effect on traffic in the area.
Also, the property has been zoned for 7500 so. ft. lots for 20 or 30,
years. "Profit, motive" are not dirty words. Property rights are eflual
between the newer owners and the ones who have lived there for a long'
period of time. We have to respect property rights of all owners.
Can not see that what we do can impact more than two pieces of prope~ty.
The grandfather clause would answer question of the end of horse
property. We can not in good faith deny the rights of three people
who own property.
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(T.M. 44525
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Councilmember Lojeski stated, in part, that he had nothing to add.
Appreciates the fact that the homeowners get together for a common
concern. Feels the horse owners will be protected with the covenant
which is enforceable. Feels that the compromise is adequate ... and
will protect the horse owners. The owner of 1513 South Tenth Avenue
is a concern because of the construction that will be going on and
the concern about the foal. Others would be able to develop their own
lots. Has concern for school safety an9 access to riding trail which
should be protected by covenant. ,Does not think four more homes will
change area.
Mayor Young stated, in part, that in view of her previous voting
record, she had to vote aga'i ns t thi s development and in favor of 1 arger
pieces of property. She is in favo~ of saving horse areas.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council finds that the
evaluations of the environmental impacts as set forth in the initial
study of April g, 1986 are appropriate; that the pr,ojectcMill not have
a significant effect on the environment; that the Negative Declaration
be approved and filed; that the proposed subdivision, together with
the provisions for its design and improvement, is consistent with the
Arcadia General Plan and that the discharge of sewage from the sub-
division into the public sewer system will not violate requirements
prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board for
this region; and the Director of Public Works be authorized to approve
and execute the subdivision agreement; and that the proposed project be
approved, subject to the conditions of approval set fortn in the staff
report dated May 20, 1986 and including a covenant to protect horse
owners (see Item 7, staff report dated Apri 1 9, 1986).
AYES:
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ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht and Lojeski
Councilmembers Gilb and Young
None
Consideration of Tentative Map 44525 for a proposed 12-unit residential
condominium at 402 - 406 California Street (Hong Zan Hsu, applicant).
The subject site presently consists of a single-family dwelling and
a duplex, and is zoned R-3 (multiple-family residential). The Planning
St.)Commission at its April 22, 1986 meeting voted 6 to 0 with one member
absent, to recommend approval of this appl ication to the City Council,
subject to the conditions set forth in the staff report dated May 22,
1986.
Mayor Young inquired about the density of this number of units for
the property and the landscaping. Staff replied this must comply with
code.
Mayor Young declared,the hearing open and
Alex Cheng, 124 Bonnie Avenue, Pasadena, representing the applicant,
was present to answer questions.
Councilmember Gilb inquired if the applicant was present and where
he was from. Applicant was 'present and replied that he was from Taiwan
and that he had built in Arcadia previously.
No one else wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Chandler and CARRIED.
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council find that
the evaluations of the environmental impacts as set forth in the initial
study are appropriate; that the project will not have a significant
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PUBU C
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Appea 1
Plng. Comsn.
Res. 1313
(303 E.
Live Oak)
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effect on the environment; approve and file the Negative Declaration;
find that the proposed subdivision, together with the provisions
for its design and improvement, is consistent with the Arcadia General
Plan and that the discharge of sewage from the subdivision into the
public sewer system will not violate requirements prescribed by the
California Regional Water Quality Control Board for this region; that
the Director of Public Works be authorized to execute the subdivision
agreement; and that the proposed project be approved subject to the
conditions of approval set forth in the staff report dated April 22,
1986.
AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
NOES: None
ABSENT: None I
The Planning Commission at its April 9, 1986 meeting voted 5 to 0 with
members absent to approve Conditional Use Permit 86-5 to utilize the
property at 303 East Live Oak Avenue for church purposes. The Commis-
sion adopted Resolution 1313 at its meeting of April '22, 1986. Condition
3 of this resolution limited the seating to 92 persons, rather than the
115 persons requested by the applicant. The applicant's representative
had submitted parking agreements with Resdel Engineering and Autotronics
Corporation located on the south side of Live Oak Avenue, allowing the
church to utilize their parking for church services. The Commission in
its consideration noted, that the parking agreements with, Autotronics and
Resdel could be revoked at any time. Therefore, the Commission felt
that the number of seats should be restricted in relation to the number
of parking spaces available on the subject property.
Councilmember Lojeski inquired about parking regulations. Staff
replied that the ratio' for parking spaces is 1 to 5 per occupancy as
a requirement for places of assembly. Councilmember Harbicht was
advised that there is no traffic signal at Third or Fourth Avenues
Live Oak.
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Mayor Young declared the hearing open.
Richard Chow, 569 S. Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, the real estate broker
speaking for the applicant, stated, in part, that they feel the parking
problem is an issue out of proportion because there is an existing
church across the street which has parking ratio' of 1 to 4 rather than
1 to 5. Parking will take place for only several hours on Sunday
mornings. Arrangements have been made with local businesses to use their
, parking facilities on Sunday mornings. These businesses are closed on
Sunday mornings and parking facil ities are not used by them. Persons
attending services in the church across the street are the ones parking
in front of residences. Mr. Chow felt the remedy should be coming
from the church which is using the spaces. Their church has a small
congregation -. approximately 35 members. This small congregation
would cause very little additional traffic. There should be plenty of
parking available. The church is moving to Arcadia from Rosemead where
they were located for a lo~g period of time during which they did not
experience any parking p~oblems and no complaints from the neighbors.
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Pastor J. Martin Webb advised that he was originally advised that the
parking ration would be 1:5 but later was told it was 1:4. During the
interim, the plans had been laid out with .the assistance of the Planning
Department.
No one else' desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember ,Lojeski and CARRlED.
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Councilmember Harbicht noted that the church across the street has a
1;4 ratio and, upon inquiry, was told by the Planning Director that
Pastor Webb or his representative was advised in the beginning that
they would have a 1:5 ratio. Councilmember Lojeski submitted that the
applicant was told it was a 1~5 ratio and if that is wrong, then the
Code should be ~hanged. Councilmember Gilb felt it unfair to have been
told it was 1:5 and then told it would be 1 :4.
Councilmember Gilb then MOVED to grant the appeal; that the Negative
Declaration be approved and filed; find that the project will not have
a significant effect on the environment and that staff prepare the
appropriate resolution incorporating the specific findings and conditions
which,are set forth in the staff report, except that the ratio of seat-
ing to parking be one parking space for each five (1 ;5). ,Motion
seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call ,vote as
follows:
'AYES:
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ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Loj~ski and Young
Councilmember Harbicht
None
Staff will check into the possibility of amending the Code as
regards to the seating ratio.
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Staff advised that Doug Smith, Chairman of the All-Weather Track Ad Hoc
Committee, had advised the Recreation Commission that an additional
expenditure of $30,000 was needed to complete the track at the High
School. It was noted in the report that the City and Parks and Recreation
Department had given $96,806 to the project. Donations from support
groups raised another $69,000, $18,000 is anticipated from the 5K - 10K
run this year. Another source of income would come from other individ-
uals working through a local bank in the form of a loan which would
amount to an additional $30,000. Combined there is $228,806.
The bid on the project amounts to $256,130 .., about $30,000 short of
the need. Due to the time restriction (June 1) and the exhaustion of
funds, Mr. Smith asked the City to approve an additional expenditure of
$30,000 which would allow completion of the track on time. ,After consiaer-
'i~g this request, the Recreation Commission recommended to the City
Council that this amount be appropriated from the Parks and Recreational
Facilities Fund.
Considerable discussion was held on the uses which would be many by
organizations, groups and individuals and on the general need for such
a track. With the amount of effort and money a 1 ready expended, it was
the opinion of Councilmembers Chandler and Gilb that the project be
completed. Mr. Chandler MOVED to appropriate the $30,000 from the
Parks and Recreational Facilities Fund for completion of the track.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilb. (MOTION DID NOT CARRY ON THE
ROLL CALL VOTE.)
Councilmembers Harbicht, Lojeski and Young were in favor of the project
but did feel that the monies already pledged are significant and that
the School District should participate. It was noted that the District
had said some time ago that it was not in a financial position to do so,
but would a ssume the maintenance. '
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8.
8a.
ROLL CALL
8b.
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(May 6, 1986 )
(APPROVED)
8c.
REQUEST FOR
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N\..h Property)
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8d.
ADJOURNMENT
9.
10.
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Roll call vote was'then taken on the MOTION:
AYES:
NOES:
A8SENT:
Councilmembers Chandler and Gilb
Councilmembers Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
ABSENT: None
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On MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED
the Minutes of the Meeting of May 6, 1986 were APPROVED.
On recommendation of the Agency, it was MOVED by Membe~ Lojeski,
seconded by Member Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows
that an increase in expenditures be authorized for appraisal up-
dates of the Bong property located at 123 and 124 North Third
Avenue, in the amount of $6,650 for a not-to-exceed total of $10,150.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
The meeting adjourned to 6:00 p. m., May 27,1986.
COUNCIL RECONVENED
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Herb Fletcher, 175 West Lemon Avenue, spoke again to the matter of
, the City charging for Paramedic Servi,ce when persons are transported
to the hospital. He feels this is unfair and unnecessary. If a
person is treated at the scene of accident or illness, there is no
charge, but if the person is transported to the hospital, then there
is a charge of $121. for Paramedic ambulance transportion. He said
the Fire Department budget shows that $1,250 is spent when emergency
equipment is sent out, so this small amount charged the patient does
pay the cost anyway. He referred to a memorandum from the Fire I
Department to the City Manager. He felt that some savings could
be made in the Fire Department budget perhaps by cutting back on
the number of fire' stations and rotating the Paramedic equipment
and personnel from station to station. Councilmember Chandler
inquired if Mr. Fletcher did not feel that the City owed it to
its taxpayers to try to collect this money -- in most cases from
an insurance company. Mr. Fletcher replied that he did not think
so and cited the case of the young man who was killed recently
near the High School. In addition to everything,his family was
billed for the Paramedic Services. Thought the Council should
keep this matter in mind as they look into the budget.
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APPROVED annual agreement with Liebert, Cassidy, & Frierson, Labor
Attorneys, to provide employee reJatoons Jegal servoces. Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the agreement in form approved by the City
Attorney.
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\ ;,', north parking lot at Santa Anita race track for activities relating
J to the forthcoming examination for firefighters. Agreement to be
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signed by the City Manager in form approved by the City Attorney.
11.
11a.
HEARING /
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11d. \\~
LABOR ATTYd
AGREEMENT
11e.
FIRE
FIGHTER
TESTING
11f.
ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS ~
(Street
Trees)
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Recreation
Facil ities
School s
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ADVERTI SE
FOR BIDS V
Corpora t i on
Ya rd
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CONSENT ITEMS
Hearing on the preliminary operating and revenue sharing budgets for
FY 1986-87 was SCHEOUlED for JUNE 17, 1986.
APPROVED final map of Tract No. 43818 for a 2 unit condominium at
166 E. Bonita Street (Tzeng and Shen; Inc., owner/developer).
Before this map may be recorded, an outstanding' conditions shall
be complied with.
TAKEN OUT OF SEQUENCE
(See page 1,2.)
APPROVED the plans and specifications and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk
to advertise for bids for the replacement of street trees on Huntington
Drive and First Avenue Job No. 588A. Estimated cost of this project
is $25,000 which will be funded from Community Development Biock
Grant Public Works Funds.
AWAROEO contract to the firm of Sunrise Landscapes for the rehabilita-
tion of recreational facilities at Holly Avenue, Hugo Reid and Highland
Oaks Schools, in the amount of $104,995. $79,000 from State Grant
Funds and $47,000 from Parks and Recreation Facilities Fund was
appropriated to cover cost of construction, enQineerinQ, inspection and
contingencies; all informalities or irreQularities in _the, bidLOcbiddin9_
process were waived and the Mayor and City Clerk were AUTHORIZED to
execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney.
APPROVED plans and specification,s and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk to
, advertise for bids for the relocation of the City Corporation Yard
'Job No. 578. Estimated construction cost for this project is $3,079,845
to be funded by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency.
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,LEGAL AUTHORIZEO final payment in the sum of $984.50 to Attorney Lewin who
FEES represented the City in the business license revocation proceedings
(Shiatsu) and Superior Court action regarding Shiatsu Spa.
, ~~'( vi I ~ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER
~ LOJESKI, SECONDEO BY COUNCILMEMBER GILB AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS
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AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
NOES:: None
ABSENT: None
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FIREWORKS
SALES
PERM ITS
1986
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12a.
LEASE
City Park 3
Go If Course
(JUNE_->lL___
12b.
ELECTION
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ARCADIA
HISTORICAL
MUSEUM
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This is the time of year that business permit applications are filed
for the period of July 1 through July 4, 1986. It was noted by staff
that the City issues 12 permits for the sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks.
This year the Department has received 14 applications. On May 12 the
Fire Chief conducted a drawing to determine which applications would
be considered for permits. This is in compliance with the Arcadia
Municipal Code.
It was noted that one of the appl ications indicated an ____' ________
organization which did not have an Arcadia address, though it did carry
an Arcadia mailing address. This was the City of Hope Home ,Chapter
and it was submitted by Mr. James W. Shireman that meetings are held in
the City of Duarte, not Arcadia. Thus, a permit could not be issued
to that organization and there now remained one permit to be issued I
pursuant to the Code. Whereupon this was accomplished by drawing of
lots by Mayor Young and the winning organization was the Arcadia
Community Church of God for a second location.
Some discussion held on the procedure for selection ,of organizatio"s
to obtain permits and the Code Section will be reviewed by staff.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the permits be
approved for issuance with the exception of the City of Hope Home
Chapter.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
CITY MANAGER
Consideration of a request
to extend its lease of the
five year periods.
from Piuma-Ciocca Enterprises, Inc.,
City Park 3 Golf course for two consecutive
TO BE CONTINUED JUNE 3, 1986.
Council has been considering prohibiting election signs on public
property including landscape medians and, pursuant to its direction,
the City Attorney prepared and reported on the status of the current
regulation and advised that the ordinance could be amended if Council
so desired. It being the consensus of Council that the ordinance be
" so amended, it was MOVED by Counc il member Harbi cht, seconded by Counc il-
menber Lojesk; and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the City
Attorney prepilre same for introduction.
AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Council received staff's recommendation concerning funding for the I
proposed Historical Museum (May 15). Consideration was focused on
paying the co~t of providing Workers' Compensation insurance for persons
doing repair work,on the building. The volunteer contractor, Nick
Pokrajac, said he is retired and does not want to reactivate his license
however, it may" be possible to use another contractor's license.
The City Manager read,the five conditions set forth in his report
and it was MOVED/by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Lojeskj
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Council proceed along the
lines of the City Manager's report, including conditions 1 through 5
to complete the work on the Museum and the City pay the Workers'
Compensation insurance.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gi1b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
Herb Goddard, 11 W. Longden Avenue, referred to No.2 of the conditions
of the City -Manager's recommendation C... require all funds (City arid
donations) be placed in a special fund controlled by the City] and
stated, in part, that this would not be acceptable to the Historical
Society... that the Society has raised these funds... they are all
volunteers; the funds are tax deductible because this is a non-
profit organization. He felt with these funds the Society will be
able to have a building of which the City can be proud; that they will
do their best to maintain it. but will have to ask for a little help
for a few years as after it is finished they will have to put in all
the accessories necessary for the operation of a museum. Reference
was made to a breakdown presented by Mr. Goddard of all donations to
the building, materials, labor and/or services ... all expenditures
to date and major items needed to complete the building.
Raising of funds was submitted by Mayor Young and Mr. Goddard said
he will be meeting with the Arcadia Board/Realtors to see if they are
going to contribute... also that the Junior Woman's Club will be
making the Museum its project and are planning to have a Hands
Across Arcadia as a fund raiser.
Mayor Young said that the Historical Museum budget will be considered
at the time the entire City budget is reviewed. In response to a
question by Mr. Goddard of the City Attorney, he was advised that
all of his questions concerning liability and responsibility will
be part and parcel of the agreement approved at this meeting. It
was noted that work cannot proceed until a contractor is obtained
by the Society or Mr. Pokrajac finds a way to resolve the problem.
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13.
13a.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1835
(I NTRODUCED)
13b.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1836
(INTRODUCED)
13c.
RESOLUTI ON
NO, 5295
(ADOPTED)
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RESOLUTION
NO. 5299
(ADOPTED)
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RESOLUTION
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CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for the first time, read the title and
explained the content of Ordinance No. 1835, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS
3214.5 AND 3214.6 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING SECTIONS 11.13
AND 11.14 OF THE UNIFORM TRAFFIC ORDINANCE".
It was MOVED by Counci1member Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1835 be
and it is hereby IN~RODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
A8SENT:
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Councilmembers Chandler, G~lb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Youn9
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, read the title and
exp 1 a ined the content of Ordi nance No. 1836, ent it1 ed: "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REPEALING DIVISION 9 OF
PART 2 OF ARTICLE VI OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE IN ITS ENTIRETY AND
ADDING A NEW DIVISION 9 REGULATING TAXICABS AND AUTOM08ILES FOR HIRE".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Gilb
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1836 be
and it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Youn9
None
None
The City Attorney presented, read the title and explained the content
of Resolution No. 5295, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF THE TRANSFER OF
THE ARCADIA CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEW.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Gi1b, seconded by Counci1member Harbicht
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5295 be
and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Counci1members Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
The City Attorney presented, read the title and explained the content
of Resolution No. 5299, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE CITY'S CATV FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
WITH GROUP W CABLE, INC., DATED JULY 5, 1985~.
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution
No. 5299 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
The City Attorney presented, read the title and explained the content
of Resolution No. 5300, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 86-2
TO RECONSTRUCT THE GARAGE PORTION OF AN EXISTING AUTOMOBILE SERVICE
STATION AND CONSTRUCT A 3,600 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL BUILDING AT 529 EAST
LIVE OAK AVENUE".
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It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5300 be
and it is hereby ADOPTED.
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NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
13f.
CLAIM OF
G.LAGOMARSINI
(DENIED)
On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of G. Lagomarsini
was DENIEO on MOTION by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Council-
member Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
14.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
The City Manager provided a memorandum to Council concerning the Armory
I site. Has received information from the State that they intend to sell
D I ,,) the property. Requested direction from Council.
t . J/Y It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Gilb
W.)f~'15and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to open
I . negotiations with the State for acquisition of the Armory site and
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II AYES: Councilmembers Chandler, Gilb, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Manager called attention to the May 16, 1986 Newsletter, Item 2
regarding request for funding for proposed Small Business Development
Center program. Requested direction from Council.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by CouncilmemberGilb
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that funding be DENIED for
the proposed Small Business Development Center program.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chanal er,Gil b, Harbicht, Lojeski and Young
None
None
15.
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MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Young advised that apppointments to the various Boards/Commissions
would be considered at the June 3 meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
(6:00 p. m.
May 27,1986)
At 11 :00 p. m. the meeting was ADJOURNED to 6:00 p. m., May 27, 1986'
in the Conference Room for the purpose of a Budget Study Session as'
well as conducting the-business of the Council and Agency and any C10sed
Session necessary to discuss personnel, litigation and evaluation of
properties.
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