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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDECEMBER 17,2003 I I I ROLL CALL 2, 3, 4. GOlD UNE PHASE II 45:023 7 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 ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 17, 2003 The City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in an Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting with Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich on Wednesday, December 17,2003 at 7:30 a,m" in the Council Chambers Conference Room, PRESENT: Council/Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal and Wuo ABSENT: Council/Agency Member Marshall It was MOVED by Council/Agency Member Chang, seconded by Council/Agency Member Kovacic and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to EXCUSE the absence of Councilmember Marshall, AYES: NOES: Council/Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal and Wuo None .Others in alte,ndance: Michael D. Antonovich, Los Angeles County Supervisor, 5th District Dave Pilker P,E" L.A, County Department of Public works Corde' D, Carrillo, L.A .County Economic/Redevelopment Paul A. Novak, AICP, L.A. County Planning Director William R. Kelly, Arcadia City Manager Donald Penman, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director June D, Alford, City Clerk SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS None, AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION None, Supervisor Antonovich discussed various issues regarding the Gold Line Phase II project and explained the position of legislative bodies regarding funding for the Gold Line extension, stating in part that, the cities need legislator assistance in dealing with the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) in order to secure funding for the Gold Line Phase II, He felt the MTA's priority is an East Los Angeles project and in order to bypass the MT A there is need to provide funding that goes directly to the Goid Line Phase II project. He also suggested adding an Independent Cities representative in order to have a greater voice at MT A. It was noted that the City Council 12/17/03 1 45:0238 endorsed AB-712, amending existing Los Angeles to Pasadena Metro Blue Line Construction Authority legislation by adding representatives to the Governing Board from the ten cities involved, I Supervisor Antonovich felt that there is a great future for the connection of San Gabriel Valley to San Fernando Valley or Ventura County with a Phase III transportation project. If a partnership is developed with San Bernardino County, San Fernando Valley or Ventura county, we can access additional funds from their legislations as well. 5. GAMBUNGAT RllCETRACKS The proposed initiative to expand the types of gambling allowed at race tracks to include slot machines was discussed, City Manager Kelly noted that the casinos and racetracks came together to suggest this initiative in an effort to recapture dollars going to Indian Tribes. For Arcadia this initiative will bring in revenues to use for public safety and fire. In response to a Council question, Supervisor Antonovich noted that later this year the County took a position to oppose granting recognition to non-property owned Indian Tribes to buy a hotei in a City and put in a casino with no control over zoning or any other input from the community, He felt that the Indian Tribes should pay equivalent taxes, Considerable discussion ensued, Some members felt even though allowing slot gambling at Santa Anita Race Track will generate revenues for the City, on the other hand it will decrease the quality of life. 6, SOUTHARCADIA In reference to the status of County economic development/redevelopment efforts in South DEV1REDEV. Arcadia, Supervisor Antonovich noted that the County has been working on streets and updating I EFFORTS the sidewalks and curbs for the last couple of years. Currently the County is working on a median south of Live Oak, which will be completed in approximately one month, The County representatives have done an economic study of the area, met with business owners to get their input on new programs, The County is trying to bring a Starbucks Coffee to that area in order to up lift the whole area. With regard to using CDBG funds, City Manager Kelly noted that this might be the only economic tool the City has in the Live Oak area. It was noted that County is trying to look at each potential beneficial part of the legislation that is allowed to improve a piece of property, Low interest loans can be used in that area and can be mixed with other grant programs. In response to a Council question with regard to Rosemead Boulevard medians it was noted that legislation has been introduced and County is working hard with Senator Scott's office to get the legislation introduced and move forward, In appreciation of Supervisor Antonivich's attendance at the meeting this date, Mayor Wuo presented him with "A Visions of Arcadia: A Centennial Anthology" book. ADJOURNMENT (Jan. 6, 2004) At 8:34 a,m, the Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting with Supervisor Michael Antonovich ADJOURNED; the City Council to Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room for a Regular Meeting to conduct the business of the City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and any Ciosed Session n e sary discuss personnel, litigation matters or evaluation of properties. n Wuo, Mayor I ST: 12/17/03 2