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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF
THE CITY CLERK
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
October 7, 2003
The City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a Regular Meeting on
Tuesday, October 7,2003 at 6;00 p,m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None.
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CLOSED SESSION
1a
Conference with Real Property Negotiations (Government Code Section 54956,8)
Property:
Property Owner:
55 West Huntington Drive
21 Morlan Place
28 West Santa Clara
41 West Huntington Drive
35 West Huntington Drive
27 West Huntington Drive
Paul Rusnak
Hann Ling Shaw (Church of Arcadia)
Don and Ray Dahlgren
Robert Johannsen
Gary and Dan Braun (35 W, Huntington Dr.)
Richard Fisher (Tempelkadian)
Negotiation Parties - Agency
Deputy Executive Director, Don Penman and
Economic Deveiopment Administrator, Pete
Kinnahan
Under Negotiation:
Price and terms of payment
The Closed Session ENDED at 7:05 p,m. Following a 10 minutes RECESS, the Regular
Meeting RECONVENED at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers,
1NV000TlON Reverend Thomas Shriver, Emmanuel Assembly of God Church.
PLEDGE OF Boy Scout Troop 104 and Cub Scout, Pack 22
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
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ORD. & RES.
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
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CITIZEN OF
THE MONTH
AWARD
(Chandler)
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City Attorney Deitsch announced the subject discussed at the earlier Closed Session. No
reportable action was taken.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
The City Manager requested the removal of Agenda Item 15d.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Segal, seconded by Council member Marshall and
CARRIED that ordinances and resolutions be read by title only and that the reading in full be
WAIVED.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Kovacic presented the October, 2003 Citizen of the Month Award to Roger Chandler,
an Arcadia resident and Council member for two terms (1986 - 1990 and 1998 - 2002) and
former Arcadia Mayor (1989-90 and 1999-00), Mayor Kovacic expressed appreciation to
Roger Chandler for his persistence and efforts to make the new police station project a
reality, stating in part, that he realized that a total community commitment was required in
order to pass the necessary bond issue to provide half of the funds needed for the
construction of a new police station, and he was able to gather support for the bond issue
and for its passage,
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CITIZEN OF Mayor Kovacic presented the October, 2003 Citizen of the Month Certificates to Members of
,THE MONTH the Steering Committee, Citizens Organized for a Police Station (COPS).
CERTIFICATES I
(COPS)
5.
BOY SCOUTS
OF AMERICA
WEEK
6.
FIRE
PREVENTION
MONTH
(David Lugo)
7.
WHITE
CANE DAYS
(Arcadia Lions
Club)
8.
RED RIBBON
WEEK
(Chief Hinig)
9,
H.R. COMSN.
(Cope)
Mayor Kovacic presented a proclamation to Boys Scouts of America, declaring the week of
October 5 through October 11, 2003 as Boy Scout Week.
Mayor Kovacic presented a proclamation to David Lugo, Fire Chief, declaring the month of
October as Fire Prevention Month.
Mayor Kovacic presented a proclamation to the Arcadia Lions Club declaring the months of
October and November 2003 as White Cane Days.
Mayor Kovacic presented a proclamation to the Arcadia Police Department, declaring the
week of October 23 through 31. 2003 as Red Ribbon Week. David Hinig, Police Chief,
accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Department.
Outgoing Human Resources Commissioner, Perry Cope, was not present this evening to
receive a plaque for outstanding services,
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
10a.
LAW ENFORC. The City has applied for and received approval for the 2003 Local Law Enforcement Block
BLOCK GRANT Grant Funds (LLEBG) in the amount of $21,853,00. This grant is administered by the
FUNDS - PD Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U,S, Department of Justice (DOJ) and is provided to
(APPROVED) assist local governments with programs to reduce crime and improve public safety.
Local jurisdictions are required to conduct a public hearing to receive input on the use of the
proposed funds,
Once the funds have been formally approved. staff recommended that the grant in the
amount of $21,853.00 (plus a required match by the City of $2,428.00) be used in
partnership with the Arcadia Unified School District to continue the position of Youth and
Educational Support (Y.E.S,) Officer at Arcadia High School.
Mayor Kovacic OPENED the Public Hearing. No one came forward to address the City
Council.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Segal, seconded by Council member Marshall and
CARRIED to CLOSE the public Hearing,
It was MOVED by Council member Marshall, seconded by Council member Segal and
CARRIED roll call vote as follows to APPROVE the use of the proposed LLEBG funds for
the Y.E.S. Officer Program; and, APPROPRIATE $2,428,00 from the General Fund as
required by the DOJ; and, AUTHORIZE the City Manager to EXECUTE the agreements, as
approved by the City'Allorney.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
10b,
APPEAL OF On September 3, 2003, Hang Jong, Engineer, on behalf of the property owner, Joseph Win,
PLNG, COMSN, filed an appeal of the Planning Commission's 2-2 vote, resulting in a denial of Tentative
DENIAL OF Parcel Map 03-017 to subdivide one (1) lot into two (2) lots at 460 West Walnut Avenue, one
TPM 2003-017 lot fronting on Walnut Avenue and the other lot fronting on Rosemarie Drive.
(Creating Two
Residential Rosemarie Drive is a unique street that terminates in dead ends at the easterly and westerly
Lots From side of the through lots at 460 West Walnut and 461 Palm Drive. The westerly extension of
One - 460 Rosemarie ends in a cul-de-sac terminus, approximately 4 lots west of Florence Avenue and
W. Walnut Ave,)the easterly section of Rosemarie extends to Holly Avenue,
The easterly portion of Rosemarie was created in 1953 (Tract 18991) by subdividing the rear
portion of the lots fronting on Walnut Avenue and Palm Drive and providing access to the
new street from Holly Avenue. The subdivision was approved subject to the dedication of a
future street strip at the west end of the street. The westerly portion of Rosemarie Drive as
well as the northerly extension of Florence Avenue was created in 1955 (Tract 21924) by
subdividing the lots fronting on Palm Drive and Walnut Avenue, Access to the new lots was
provided by the extension of Florence Avenue that dog legs off of Palm Drive. Rosemarie
Drive does not have access to Baldwin Avenue,
At the time of these subdivisions not all the lots fronting on Palm Drive and Walnut Avenue
participated in the subdivision, In 1964, the rear portion of 501 Palm was subdivided,
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creating 500 Rosemarie, In 1973, 536 Walnut was subdivided creating 541 Rosemarie and
in 1991, 469 Palm was subdivided creating 468 Rosemarie.
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The existing lot at 460 West Walnut contains 36,716 square feet and is zoned single-family
residential (R-1) with a minimum lot size of 12,500 square feet. On August 26, 2003, the
Planning Commission considered an application to subdivide the existing 100' wide by
367.15-foot deep lot fronting on Walnut Avenue into two lots; creating one lot fronting on
Walnut Avenue and the other lot fronting on Rosemarie Drive. The new lots would be
17,309 sq. ft, for Parcel 1 fronting on Walnut Avenue and 16,407 sq. ft. for Parcel 2 fronting
on Rosemarie Drive. Each lot would have 100' of frontage and exceed all code
requirements,
It was noted that, as a condition of approval, Engineering Services was requiring that the
southerly 30'-0' of the property be dedicated for street purposes, This dedication includes a
12-foot wide parkway, and an 18-foot wide street, which includes a one-foot strip along the
southerly portion of the proposed street.
Arcadia Police Chief, Hinig and Fire Chief, Lugo commented on safety issues relating to the
proposed project, stating in part that, the lot split will not effect the response time of
emergency units coming to that particular area. From the Fire Departments perspective it
was noted that the dead-end of both directions of Rosemarie does not meet the
requirements for fire apparatus turning. The proposed project will eventually open the street
and will allow easier fire apparatus access, Currently Rosemarie Drive has one fire hydrant
in the middle of each block, by opening the street the number of fire hydrants will double,
giving the fire department an additional hydrant location in either direction to travel.
In response to a Council question staff noted that Rosemarie Drive is a 60' -0' dedicated I
street both east and west of the subject property, If and when the property to the south,
fronting Palm Drive is subdivided, an additional 30' dedication would be required to provide a
standard street width and Rosemarie would become a through street. At this time, the
proposed lot split will not change the status quo of the street with the exception of providing
access for the new lot onto Rosemarie Drive.
Mayor Kovacic OPENED the Public Hearing,
Hanq Jonq, project Civil Engineer, representing the property owner, Joseph Win, expressed
appreciation to City staff, Fire and Poi ice Department personnel for spending lots of time
reviewing this issue. Mr. Jong noted that the proposed development complies with City
regulations and they will comply with all the conditions of approval.
Craiq Lucas, 853 Balboa Drive, spoke in support of the appeal and felt this application brings
a wonderful opportunity for some creative land use planning to preserve the two
neighborhoods of Rosemarie Drive by not causing any harm to the applicant and his
objective reasonable use of the property, Unlike other circumstances, in this case the City
Council will control the turf in the middle and will have complete discretion over what to do
with the section of this property that needs to be dedicated for City use.
Alana Scanlon, owner of property located at 461 Palm Drive that is blocking Rosemarie
Drive, Her family did not want an access to Rosemarie Drive 50 years ago or now. Ms,
Scanlon expressed concern with regard to the traffic and the safety of children and the
neighbors.
Yee Enq, 2333 Florence Avenue, moved to this area because the Rosemarie Drive situation I
created a very quiet and safe environment for all the neighbors to enjoy, She felt that
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making Rosemarie Drive a through street will create danger and will increase traffic. She
urged Council to keep this street the way it is,
Dr, Philinda Gruen. 422 Rosemarie Drive, felt that the residents of Rosemarie Drive could
not use the street the way they do if it was open to through traffic. The opening of the street
will create more traffic. Dr. Gruen submitted petitions signed by many residents opposing
the opening of Rosemarie Drive,
Linn MaQoffin, 2325 Florence Avenue, stated that anyone in Arcadia would like to have a
neighborhood as they have in that area. It is quiet and peaceful. He urged the City Council
to figure out a way to approve the lot split, but keep the street closed to through traffic
Victor Pan, 448 Rosemarie Drive, felt that there would be no benefit for the residents of that'
area by opening Rosemarie Drive. He noted that they did not have any problems in the past
with regard to emergency vehicles accessing that area.
Christina Wood. 530 Rosemarie Drive, did not remember a child being hurt while playing on
Rosemarie Drive and it is because of the unique situation of that street. She agreed with all
the comments made by the previous speakers.
Susanne Spandau, 423 Rosemarie Drive, has been through different emergency situations
during the past 27 years and never had a complaint with regard to the fire or police response
time,
Jonathan YounQ, 500 Rosemarie Drive, wanted to keep the street closed.
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Sylvia Straka, 607 Rosemarie Drive, cannot see any advantage by opening Rosemarie Drive
to through traffic. This is a very safe area for children and by opening the street to through
traffic they would lose their safety.
Lane LeidiQ. 439 Rosemarie Drive, spoke in opposition to opening the street.
Mrs. Chen, 501 Rosemarie Drive, urged the Council to not open their street to through traffic,
Donna LindberQ. Rosemarie Drive resident for 40 years, does not have any objection to the
lot split. She would not want to see the dead end go away.
Charles Choi, 480 Rosemarie Drive, moved here because of the unique situation of the
street. He also expressed concems with regard to safety and traffic,
No one else desiring to be heard, it was MOVED by Council member Segal, seconded by
Council member Marshall and CARRIED to CLOSE the Public Hearing.
Considerable discussion ensued, Council members were in favor of the proposed
subdivision but would like to have a permanent solution for the dead-end section of
Rosemarie Drive. Some members were in favor of a double cul-de-sac; others were not
happy with asking property owners to dedicate a portion of their property to create a double
cul-de-sac.
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Following discussion it was MOVED by Council member Segal, seconded by Councilmember
Marshall to DIRECT staff to maintain the dead-end nature of Rosemarie Drive; and,
APPROVE the subdivision as long as it can be done, and the dead-end nature of the street
can be maintained with the cooperation of the property owner.
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(Award
Recipients)
(Whiskers 'n
Tails)
(New Police
Station)
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City Attorney Deitsch stated at this time the City Council should make a motion to
disapprove the proposed subdivision map and direct staff to go back with the applicant to the I
Planning Commission with a revised subdivision map, with the direction also to create a
condition that would eliminate the through street, that othelWise might be part of the street
plan in the future.
Councilmember Chang MOVED to APPROVE the motion suggested by City Attorney, The
motion DIED for lack of a second.
Mayor Kovacic noted that it was the consensus of some Councilmembers that the
subdivision take place, and preserve the dead-end nature of west and east Rosemarie Drive,
but it did not seem right that the applicant should suffer denial of the entire map.
The City Attorney noted, if the applicant consents for the record, to the continuance of this
matter then the Council could direct staff to work with the applicant to finalize all conditions
and make changes to the tentative map,
A BRIEF RECESS WAS ANNOUNCED.
City Manager Kelly clarified that, during the recess the applicant, staff and City Attorney met
to discuss the issues and alternatives, The applicant requested continuance of this matter to
the November 18, 2003 Council Meeting, During that time frame the staff and applicant and
the neighbors will discuss numerous alternatives and present the ideal plan back to the
Council that the applicant and neighbors have agreed to, consistent with the Council's desire
and City standards, that Rosemarie Drive remain a closed street.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Wuo and CARRIED I
on roll call vote as follows to CONTINUE the Public Hearing to the November 18, 2003
Regular Meeting.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Jan Brown, President, Hugo Reid Elementary School PTA, commented on the achievements
and programs which have taken place at Hugo Reid Elementary School in her "What's Right
With Arcadia Kids" presentation,
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Council member Marshall expressed congratulations to recipients of the Citizen of the Month
Awards.
Ms, Marshall attended the "Whiskers 'Tails Animal Care Adoption Day". It was a successful
event. Ms. Marshall expressed appreciation to Kristen Olafson. the City Community and
Marketing Specialist, for coordinating this event.
Ms. Marshall expressed appreciation to Connie Schacatano, City Manager's Office, for
organizing the police station dedication event last week. She also expressed appreciation
to the voters for voting in the bond issue,
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(Events)
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(Food for
Thought)
SEGAL
(New Police
Station)
(Breeder's
Cup)
(Lucky Baldwin
Picnic)
WUO
(Police Facility)
(Oak Tree
Racing -
Lucky Baldwin
I Picnic)
CHANG
(Award
Recipients)
(Kovacic)
(Kiwanis
Club)
(New Police
Station)
(Arcadia &
Sierra Madre
Water Grant)
(Methodist
Hospital)
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Ms, Marshall encouraged everyone to attend various events during the months of October
and November, such as, the Water Fest' 2003 on October 11th at Arcadia County Park; U.S.
Marine Corps Band concert, October 18th at the City Hall west lawn; Craft Fair and Camival,
October 17 thru 19 at the Arcadia County Park; Breeder's Cup Day October 25th; and, the
Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic, November 2, 2003 at the Arcadia County Park.
Ms, Marshall shared a food for thought by Jack Nicholson "temper is one thing you can not
get rid of by loosing iF,
Council member Segal expressed congratulations to all parties responsible for the new police
station.
Councilmember Segal encouraged everyone to be part of the Breeder's Cup Day on October
25, 2003, Mr. Segal also reminded everyone to be aware of the heavy traffic on that day.
Mr, Segal encouraged everyone to attend the Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic, November 2, at the
Arcadia County Park,
Mayor Pro tem Wuo congratulated Roger Chandler and the COPS Committee for their effort
in seeing the completion of the new police facility. He encouraged everyone to visit the
facility and take a tour,
Mr. Wuo cautioned everyone to try to avoid the heavy traffic during the Oak Tree Racing
season and encouraged everyone to attend the Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic,
Councilmember Chang expressed congratulations to recipients of the Citizen of the Month
Awards,
Dr, Chang expressed congratulations to Mayor Kovacic, the recipient of the 2003
Distinguished Citizen Award by the Lucky Baldwin addition of the San Gabriel Valley Counsil
of Boy Scouts.
Dr, Chang expressed appreciation to Kiwanis Club of Arcadia and explained their goals and
achievements in working with the UNICEF on behalf of the children of the world.
Dr, Chang attended the grand opening of the new police station on Friday October 3, 2003,
It is an impressive facility, It is something that the entire community will be proud of.
Dr. Chang expressed appreciation to Congressman David Dreier for his efforts to have the
House approve a twenty-year grant for the Arcadia and Sierra Madre water system. These
funds could be used to help deliver an ample supply of water, construct reservoirs and
improve parking situations, construct additional wells and develop system enterprises in
Arcadia:
Dr. Chang expressed congratulations to Arcadia Methodist Hospital for being recognized as
one of the five distinguished hospitals in the nation,
Dr. Chang referred to a letterflublished in the letter to the editor section of the newspaper.
The writer complained about the noise from the 210 Freeway, Dr. Chang hoped that the
passage of Proposition C will make more funds available for the soundwall project to move
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(Gold Line)
KOVACIC
(Stogner)
(Accident)
(ALFORD)
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12a.
HUMAN
RESOURCES
COMMISSION
(Lachelt)
13.
ROLL CALL
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forward in the near future,
Dr. Chang noted that SB 1847, which was introduced by Adam Schiff in December, will
establish a Pasadena Blue Line Construction Authority for the purpose of awarding a design
and construction contract for completion of the Los Angeles, Pasadena Metro Blue Line
Light Rail Project from Union Station in the City of Los Angeles, to Sierra Madre Villa. Dr.
Chang expressed appreciation to Mayor Kovacic for representing Arcadia at the Gold Line
Phase II JPA meeting,
Mayor Kovacic congratulated Arcadia fire fighter Craig Stogner for being selected Fire
Fighter of the Year,
Mayor Kovacic announced that donations are being accepted for the Dana Middle School
eight grade student who was injured in a terrible automobile accident.
City Clerk Alford announced that she will retire at the end of her term in April 2004,
CITY CLERK
City Clerk June Alford presented the report and recommendation to fill one unexpired term of
Human Resources Commissioner Perry Cope, who advised the City that he is moving to
Colorado and will therefore no longer be available to serve on this Commission.
Council member Marshall nominated Lowell Lachelt to fill out the unexipred term of Perry
Cope to June 30, 2006. Hearing no other nominations, a roll call vote was taken,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chang, Marshall. ,Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
By majority vote of the Council, Lowell Lachell was APPOINTED to the Human Resources
Commission to fill out the unexipred term of Perry Cope to June 30, 2006.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED TO ACT AS
THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Agency Members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
ABSENT: None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None,
CONSENT ITEM
14a.
MINUTES It was MOVED by Agency Member Marshall. seconded by Agency Member Segal and
(Sept. 16,2003) CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE the Minutes of September 16, 2003
Regular Meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
ROLL CALL
15.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Agency Members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
The meeting of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency ADJOURNED to October 21, 2003 at
6:30 p,m" in the Council Chambers Conference Room for a Joint Meeting with Senator Bob
Margett.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
CONSENT ITEMS
15a.
MINUTES APPROVED the Minutes of the September 16, 2003 Regular Meeting,
(Sept. 16,2003)
15b,
ORDINANCE
NO,2181
(ARA Central
Redev. Plan -
Amendment
No,6)
15c.
CONTINUE
EMERGENCY
ACTION
(Underground
Tanks - City
Service Ctr. &
Fire Stations
105 & 106)
ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO, 2181 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ELIMINATING THE DEBT INCURRENCE
DEADLINE FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CENTRAL REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT AREA."
DETERMINATION to CONTINUE emergency action with regard to Resolution No, 6385,
which was adopted August 19, 2003, and authorized an emergency contract to remove
underground tanks and install above ground tanks and/or related facilities at the City Service
Center and Fire Stations 105 and 106,
15d,
FINAL TR. MAP Withdrawn,
NO, 53457
(827-833
La Cadena)
15e,
VEHICLE
PURCHASE
(PD)
15f,
VEHICLE
PURCHASE
(PD)
APPROVED the purchase of six (6) 2004 black and white patrol cars in the amount of
$156.236,59 from Downtown Ford Sales; and, WAIVED the formal bidding process and
authorize a cooperative purchase using the State of California's General Services
Department bid.
APPROVED the purchase of one (1) Chevrolet Suburban truck in the amount of $35,324,81
from Lake Chevrolet; and, WAIVED any informalities in the bid or bidding process,
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15g.
EQUIPMENT
PURCHASE
(Water Meter
Boxes)
15h.
STREET
CLOSURE
(Arc, Festival
of Bands)
15i.
STREET
CLOSURE
(NASCAR
Toyota SI.
Festival)
16,
16a,
FILLING THE
POSITION OF
CITY CLERK
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APPROVED the purchase of water meter boxes and accessories in the amount of
$54,451,20 from Armacast Products Company; and, WAIVED any informalities in the bid or
bidding process.
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APPROVED the closure of certain City streets for the 50th Annual Festival of Bands on
Saturday, November 15, 2003,
APPROVED the closure of Second Avenue from Huntington Drive to Santa Clara Street
from 4:00 p,m. to 9:00 p,m, for the NASCAR Toyota Street Festival on Wednesday,
November 5, 2003.
THE PRECEDING CONSENT ITEMS 15a, b, c, e, f, g, hand i APPROVED ON MOTION
BY COUNCILMEMBER CHANG SECONDED BY COUNCILMEBMER SEGAL, AND
CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
CITY MANAGER
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City Clerk June Alford has announced that she will retire at the end of her term in April 2004,
As specified in the City Charter. the Arcadia City Clerk is an elected position for a four-year
term and a salary set by the City Council. The only qualifications required to run for City
Clerk are that a person must be an Arcadia resident and a registered voter. The Charter
does not require any experience, training. certification or education.
With the announcement of June Alford's retirement, the City of Arcadia needs to make
arrangements to fill the position of City Clerk, In the past there has been a tradition of
Deputy City Clerks moving (by election) to the position of City Clerk upon the incumbent's
retirement. At this time that is not possible because none of the current City Clerk staff live
in Arcadia.
It was recommended that the City Council provide direction on the position of City Clerk in
the form of one of the options set forth in the October 7, 2003 staff report or another as
determined by the City Council.
The fiscal impact on all of the options is relatively insignificant, according to the City Manger.
There are sufficient funds available in the operating budget and/or the General Fund
Reserve to cover any costs associated with the change.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Marshall, seconded by Council member Segal and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: Option No, 1, KEEP the City Clerk an elected position I
with the understanding that the position is more of a figurehead. The monthly compensation
for the City Clerk would be set at $500,00 per month, no benefits. The position of Chief
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ADJOURNMENT
(In Memory of
Paul Ravesies)
ADJOURNMENT
(In Memory of
Susan Hawkes
Koons)
ADJOURNMENT
(Oct. 7, 2003)
ATTEST:
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Deputy City Clerk/Record Manager would be established to handle many of the City's
records management needs and to handle other "City Clerk" functions as assigned,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chang, Marshall, Segal, Wuo and Kovacic
None
None
Council member Segal adjourned the meeting in memory of Paul Ravesies, "Paul Ravesies
served as Senior Vice President of Atlantic Richfield Company. Prior to retirement in 1988,
Mr, Ravesies was President of Arco Oil and Gas Company, a division of Atlantic Richfield
Company, Mr. Ravesies began his business career with Seaboard Oil Company, working in
various capacities for nine years prior to joining the Atlantic Richfield Company in 1958. He
became the Manager of Technical Services for Venezuela Atlantic Refining Company (a
subsidiary in Caracas), In 1963, he retumed to the United States as Manager of Operations
in the Foreign Exploration Department of ARCO, and later became Eastem Manager of
Exploration and Production, In 1969, Mr, Ravesies was elected Vice-President and General
Manager of the Division's Exploration and Production Department. In 1977, he was
appointed head of the International Division. In 1979, he became President of ARCO Oil
and Gas, as well as Senior Vice-President of the parent company ARCO, A long time
supporter of Arcadia Methodist Hospital, Mr, Ravesies was first elected to its Board of
Directors in 1979 and served for 18 years, ten of those as Chairman, Mr. Ravesies was
actively involved with many other non-profit organizations, serving on the Board of Directors
of the National Health Foundation and the Boards of the Norwegian-American Chamber of
Commerce, the National Committee for United States - China Trade, the Los Angeles -
Guangzhou Sister City Association, and the Advisory Council of the International Business
Studies of Texas A&M. Service in the United States Army in World War \I interrupted Mr.
Ravesies college career for three years. Most of his military career was spent in European
Theater of Operations, where he received the Purple Heart. Following his military
commitment, he earned a BS degree in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M University.
Mr, Ravesies was actively involved in the Arcadia/Pasadena community where he lived for
the past 30 years. Paul is survived by his wife, Nedra; sons, Paul and Haywood; daughters,
Kathleen and Allison, as well as 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren".
Mayor Kovacic adjourned the meeting in memory of Susan Hawkes Koons. "She was a
marvelous woman. an attorney and lobbyist by trade, who bravely battled the devastating
effects of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) for several years, She is survived by her parents Irv
and Fran Gordon, her husband John, sister and brothers, nieces and nephews, and many
loving friends and colleagues, She was an avid gardener, a wonderful' cook and a dear
person, She will be missed by all.
At 10:45 p,m, the City Council Regular Meeting ADJOURNED to October 21, 2003 at 6:30
p.m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room for a Joint Meeting ith Senator Bob
Margett.
ohn Wuo, Mayor
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