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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
August20,2002
The City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a Regular Meeting on Tuesday,
August 20, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the City Council Chambers.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None.
STUDY SESSION
Donna Butler, Development Services Administrator, began her presentation with an historical
overview of the City's single-family zoning regulations noting that the zoning regulations have
undergone numerous changes since the 1940's. The most recent changes were in 1999 when
the City Council adopted new R-O and R-1 zoning regulations relating to the scale, mass and
bulk of residential dwellings. The regulations were designed to accomplish this by: restricting
the height of the front entry; requiring no portion of a building to encroach through a plane
projected from the front property line; and, restricting the number of garage openings fronting on
a street.
Throughout the past three years, the Development Services Department staff has monitored the
construction of new dwellings to determine if the 1999 revisions have accomplished their goal of
reducing the overall mass of dwellings. Although there has been an observable change in the
street elevation, it is staffs opinion that the codes need to be further refined to better address
entries, architectural projections and street side yard setbacks. In addition, staff recommended
that new sections be added to both the R-O and R-1 zoning regulations that address circular
driveways and non-permanent structures such as tents and canopies.
The proposed changes and additions to the R-O and R-1 zoning regulations set forth in the
August 20, 2002 staff report included: front yard setbacks/entries; side yards on corner lots;
driveway areas; tents and canopies; floor area ratio (FAR); and, design review, Further, in
response to a Council member query, staff presented a summary of the City of San Marino's
design review process, stating in part that, the City of San Marino adopted residential design
guidelines which provides clear and concise design policies for residential projects within the
City of San Marino. It was also noted that according to the 2000 census, the City of San Marino
is 3.8 square miles with a population of 12,945 and 4,437 housing units. In comparison, Arcadia
is 11 square miles with a population of 53,054 and 19,970 housing units.
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PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
2.
ORD, & RES,
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
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CITIZEN OF
THE MONTH
(Peter Ulrich)
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4,
OATH OF
OFFICE
(Hsu,Lucas
and Wen)
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City Manager Kelly stated in part, that the floor area ratio (FAR) by itself is not a solution to the
issue of large houses. However, a combination of things such as development standards, FAR
and design review issues have an impact. The northern part of the City has developed a style
by the Homeowners Associations, and it has similarity of architecture and similarity of age of
construction, but the south side of the City has no predominant theme. The other issues of
concern are the narrow and deep lots, typically at the south central and southeastern section of
the City,
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Considerable discussion ensued. Some ,Councilmembers felt that the City should create
reasonable and flexible procedures in order to promote compatible development, better design
and high property values, and were in favor of establishment of a design review committee for
south Arcadia; others felt that putting restrictions on developments and developers will decrease
property values.
Following discussion, by Council consensus, directions were given to staff to study a 35% to
50% Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and bring back a report for public review. Also bring back a report
on a design review process for Councils consideration on the following three options: 1 - no
design review; 2 - establishment of a design review committee; and, 3 ~ standards of design
elements incorporated into the Arcadia Municipal Code.
The City Council RECESSED at 7:00 p.m. and RECONVENED in the Council Chambers for the
Regular Meeting,
Reverend Jolene C~d'enbach, Arcadia Congregational Church
Peter Ulrich
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councllmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
None.
It was MOVED by Council member Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Chang and CARRIED
that ordinances and resolutions be read by title only and that the reading in full be WAIVED,
PRESENTATION
Mayor Marshall presented the August, 2002 Citizen of the Month Award to Peter Ulrich, stating
in part that, Peter and his wife Carol have been residents of Arcadia for over 25 years. During
that time, Peter has been involved in civic activities on every level. Mayor Marshall shared a
brief overview of Peter's many contributions beginning with his two years on the City Council in
1995 and 1996. Peter was also proclaimed Arcadia Community Volunteer of the Year in 1997.
Mayor Marshall expressed appreciation to Peter Ulrich for all his contributions and stated that
Peter's life could serve as a model and an inspiration to all.
City Clerk June Alford administered the 'Oath of Office to incoming Planning Commission
Members; Frank Hsu, Craig Lucas and S. H. Wen. Mayor Marshall expressed congratulations
and presented each of the new commissioners with a City pin and an identiflcation card,
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PUBLIC HEARING
5a.
ORDINANCE Consideration of the report and recommendation to introduce Ordinance No, 2165 entitled: "AN
NO. 2165 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
(CBD/Central THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A SUBSECTION 14 TO SECTION 9264,2.9 AND
Business Dist. - AMENDING SECTION 9275,1.39.3 TO ALLOW AUTOMOBILE FUELING STATIONS IN THE
Automobile CBD/CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONE, SUBJECT TO A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT,"
Fueling Station
TA2002-001) Text Amendment Application No. TA 2002-001 was initiated by Leon E. Felus, on behalf of
(INTRODUCED) Cirrus, LLC to amend the Arcadia Municipal Code to add Automobile Fueling Stations to the list
of "Uses Subject to A Conditional Use Permit" (CUP) in the CBD/Central Business District Zone,
Olo~D- ,~5 Automobile Fueling Stations are currently allowed in all the commercial and the manufacturing
zones with the exception of the Central Business District (CBD) and Commercial Plan
Development (CPD),
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KOVACIC
(Ulrich)
The applicant intends to convert the Chevron Automobile Service Station building at 102 East
Huntington Drive into a convenience mart, However, the proposed text amendment would be
applicable to all properties within the CBD Zone as long as they came through the Conditional
Use Permit process.
Mayor Marshall OPENED the Public Hearing. No one came forward to address the City Council.
Mayor Marshall CLOSED the Public Hearing,
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In response to a Council question, Donna Butler, Development Services Administrator, stated in
part that, the City's code currently would not allow this kind of use in the CBD zone. Zoning can
only be amended as a broad in the CBD zone, but the waiver can apply to a specific situation
only. If was also noted that each project is evaluated based upon a particular location.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Chang and CARRIED on
roll call vote as follows that ORDINANCE NO, 2165 be and it is hereby INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
William Conrad, 9359 Shrike, Fountain Valley, expressed concerns on a proposed condominium
project at 42 Alta Street. He was present at the public hearing before the Planning Commission
but misunderstood the appeal process. Mr. Conrad stated that unfortunately it seems that we
are doing everything we can to build up every piece of property that we have. He was present
this evening to support the City Council's possible consideration on increasing the length of
garages and the width of driveways,
Rav Pevev, President, Arcadia High School Alumni Association, encouraged everyone to attend
the associations fundraising event on September 21, 2002 at the Arcadia Community Center.
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Council member Kovacic congratulated Peter Ulrich and endorsed the Mayor's selection of him
as Citizen of the Month, stating in part that, Peter has been a tremendous benefit to the City of
Arcadia for many years.
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(Planning
Commission)
(Conrad)
(AHS Alumni
Assoc,
Fundraiser)
WUO
(Ulrich)
(Planning
Comsn.)
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Mr. Kovacic congratulated the incoming new Planning Commissioners; Hsu, Lucas and Wen. It
was a great opportunity for Council members to talk to some very well qualified people ,during the
interview process and get some good ideas about planning issues in Arcadia.
Mr. Kovacic expressed appreciation to Mr, Conrad for coming back to Arcadia and addressing
his concerns. Mr. Kovacic felt that it is a good idea for a City Attomey to periodically review the
quality of public notices and make sure that it contains full and accurate information.
Mr. Kovacic thanked Dr. Pevey, the Arcadia High School Alumni Association and encouraged
everyone to attend the fundraising event on September 21,
Councilmember Wuo congratulated Peter Ulrich, Citizen of the Month Award recipient.
Mr. Wuo welcomed and congratulated the new Planning Commissioners.
(Child Protection Mr. Wuo encouraged everyone to attend the "Child Protection Tips for Parents. program,
Tips for sponsored by Arcadia Police Department and Arcadia Public Library, September 22, 2002 at
Parents) 6:30 p,m, in the Cay Mortenson auditorium,
(Rose Parade
Float Riders).
CHANG
(Ulrich)
(Planning
Comsn.)
(Homeowners
& Renter
Assistance)
(Whiskers 'n
Tails Animal
Care)
Mr. Wuo announced that a boy and a girl, between the ages of 8 to 13 are needed to ride on
City's float for the 2003 Pasadena Rose Parade. Mr. Wuo encouraged parents to fill out an
official entry form and place It in one of the entrY boxes, The winners wiil be selected at the
Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on Sunday, October 27,
Mayor Pro tem Chang congratulated Peter Ulrich, Citizen of the Month Award recipient.
Dr. Chang congratulated Frank Hsu, Craig Lucas and. S.H, Wen, the new Planning
Commissioners,
Dr. Chang announced that the office of Assembly Member Liu offered its assistance to residents
with regard to the States Homeowner and Renter Assistance Forms and encouraged everyone
to contact this office if help is needed,
Dr, Chang announced that the first Whiskers 'n Tails Animal Care and Pet Adoption Day will be
held on September 28, 2002 from 11 :00 a,m, to 3,00 p,m, Dr Chang encouraged everyone to
attend this event.
(Lucky Baldwin Dr. Chang encouraged everyone who is interested in volunteering at the Lucky Baldwin Day
Picnic) Community Picnic, Sunday, October 27th" to contact the City Manager's office.
SEGAL
(Ulrich)
(Planning
Comsn.)
MARSHALL
(Whiskers 'n
Tails)
Council member Segal also expressed congratulations to Peter Ulrich and encouraged citizens to
participate and volunteer in numerous City activities,
Mr. Segal congratulated and welcomed the new Planning Commissioners.
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Mayor Marshall encouraged everyone to attend the first Whiskers 'n Tails Animal Care and Pet I
Adoption Day, September 28, 2002 on the west lawn in front of City Hall.
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(Arcadia
Newsletter)
(Fire)
(Kurz)
(Food for
Thought)
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ROLL CALL
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Mayor Marshall complimented staff for the Arcadia Newsletter. It was very informative, well
written and easy to read with lots of information,
Mayor Marshall referred to letters and phone calls she received commending the
professionalism exhibited by members of fire, police and public works, on the August 12th fire in
the north side of Arcadia. The Mayor thanked City employees for their hard work and fast
response.
Mayor Marshall attended the 105th birthday party for Bertha Kurz at the California home for the
Adult Deaf in Arcadia on August 18, The Mayor encouraged everyone who is, or knows
anybody older than Bertha, to let the City know so they can be incorporated in the City's
Centennial Celebration.
Mayor Marshall shared a "food for thoughf'. "Peopie forget how fast you do the job but they
remember how well you did it".
THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED TO ACT AS
THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
ABSENT: None
AUDIENCE; PARTICIPATION
None.
CONSENT ITEMS
8a.
MINUTES APPROVED the Minutes of the August 6, 2002 Regular Meeting,
(August 6, 2002)
8b.
RES. ARA-172 AUTHORIZED a six-month extension of the previous exemption to Resolution ARA-72 for
/ SIX MONTH Rusnak Motors car sales lot at 55 West Huntington Drive, or until February 6, 2003, to sell used
-"I/O) EXTENSION cars only,
Ob- (55 W, Htg, Dr.-
Rusnak Motors)
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RESOLUTION
ARA-202
(CEQA Local
Guidelines)
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ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. ARA-202 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE ARCADIA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AMENDING AND ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR
IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (PUBLIC
RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21000 ET SEQ,)".
THE PRECEDING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONSENT ITEMS 8a, band c APPROVED
ON MOTION BY AGENCY MEMBER SEGAL, SECONDED BY AGENCY MEMBER CHANG
AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
None
Agency Member Kovacic (Item 8a,)
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ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency ADJOURNED to September 3, 2002 at 5:30
p,m.
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THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED
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CONSENT ITEMS
9a.
MINUTES APPROVED the Minutes of July 22, 2002 Adjourned Regular Meeting and August 6,2002
(7-22-02 Adj. & Regular Meeting.
8-6-02 Reg, Mtg.)
9b,
RESOLUTION'
)~..~O-~J NO, 6320
(MOU/L.A, Co,
1)'6~:o-t; 1 MTA-Prop
C5%)
9c.
RESOLUTION
lJt'ol' ,:;;0 NO. 6321
(MOU/L.A. Co.
,
~, . V.J I MTA-Prop
C40%)
9d.
D-\' 1\- 'ICAWARD
--' CONTRACT
(Landscape -
FS 107)
ge,
:);J.'I'" f:. 4 PROF. SVCS,
/ Ii ~ f AGREEMENT
(Wtr. Testing)
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO, 6320 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, TO ADOPT A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO
RECEIVE PROPOSITION C 5% TRANSIT SECURITY FUNDS AS DEFINED IN THE ARCADIA
POLICE DEPARTMENT'S FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 TRANSIT SECURITY PLAN FOR
ARCADIA TRANSIT:'
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO, 6321 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO
RECEIVE PROPOSITION C 40% DISCRETIONARY FUNDS UNDER THE PROPOSITION C
INTEREST (PCI) AND BUS SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PLAN (BSIP) PROGRAMS FOR THE
OPERATIONS OF ARCADIA TRANSIT.
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AUTHORIZED the City Manager to enter into a contract with DMA Contracting in the amount of
$87,374,60 for the landscape improvements at Fire Station 107; and, APPROPRIATED $11,015
from the Capital Outlay Fund for the project. '
AUTHORIZED the City Manager and City Clerk to AWARD a Professional Services Agreement
in the amount of $47,137 to Clinical Laboratory of San Bernardino,lnc, for water testing services
for Fiscal Year 2002103; and, AUTHORIZED the City Manager and City Clerk to EXECUTE a
contract in a form approved by the City Attorney,
9f.
1-YR
'~~~-\Ic. CONTRACT
EXTENSION
(Traffic Signal
Maint.)
9g.
))1 J' ~ :- SUPPLIES APPROVED the purchase of janitorial supplies for the Public Works Services Department's
PURCHASE Warehouse in the amount of $105,477 from Delta Distributing Inc.
(Janitorial - PW)
9h.
)~Sl -.j5RESOLUTION
NO.6319 .
AWARDED a one (1) year contract extension in the amount of $111,456 to Signal Maintenance,
Inc. for Traffic Signal Maintenance for fiscal year 2002-03; and, AUTHORIZED the City Manager
and City Clerk to EXECUTE a contract amendment on behalf of the City.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 6319 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, FIXING THE AMOUNT OF REVENUE REQUIRED TO
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(City Lighting
Dist. Operation
Cost)
9i.
ORDINANCE
D1~O }'5 NO. 2162
(Tree Mgm't.
Program)
9j.
ORDINANCE
NO, 2164
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Z-02-001 )
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RESOLUTION
NO, 6316
(CEOA Local
Guidelines)
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10a.
RESOLUTION
NO, 6323
(Reward for
Information)
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BE RAISED FROM PROPERTY TAXES NECESSARY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 TO PAY
THE DEBT SERVICE ON THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND THE AUTHORIZED
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION COSTS OF THE CITY LIGHTING DISTRICTS."
INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO, 2162 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 8 OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE TREE
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM,"
ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 2164 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA TO REZONE THE NORTHERLY 23.4-FOOT WIDE PORTION OF THE
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1510 THROUGH 1516 SOUTH BALDWIN AVENUE FROM C-2
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL) TO R-3 (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL), ZONE CHANGE
CASE Z-02-001,"
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO, 6316 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES
FOR IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (PUBLIC
RESOURCES CODE !i!i 21000 ET SEQ.)."
THE PRECEDING CONSENT ITEMS 9a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j and k APPROVED ON MOTION
BY MAYOR PRO TEM CHANG, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER SEGAL AND CARRIED
ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
None
Council member Kovacic (Item 9a.)
CITY MANAGER
Consideration of the report and recommendation relative to offering a reward for information
leading to solving crimes, specifically to the identification and apprehension of the person(s)
responsible for the murder of Charlotte Cole ($20,000) and the person responsible for the deaths
of Fuzhi Ji and Vincent Ji ($5,000). The specifics of both cases set forth in the August 20, 2002
staff report,
In the mid 1980's, the City of Arcadia participated with other Los Angeles County cities to offer a
reward in the "Nightstalker" case. Also, on March 1992, the City Council approved the offering of
a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals for acts of
damage and vandalism to mail boxes in the City of Arcadia. The offering to reward for
information leading to the arrest of a criminal is a relatively common practice among cities and
counties, Law enforcement agencies believe that offering rewards increases the likelihood that a
member of the public will come forward with information that can potentially lead to the arrest
and conviction of a criminal. State Law mandates that, except in the case of a crime against a
peace officer, rewards must be tied to the "identification and apprehension" rather than the
"arrest and conviction" of the responsible party,
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It was also noted that consistent with State law, the Reward Program is structured such that the
money is not actually dispensed until after the person or persons responsible for the crime are
apprehended and a -criminal complaint has been filed. Depending upon the case involved the I
funds for the reward could come from the Federal Narcotics Seizure Fund. In others, it will be
necessary to appropriate money from the General Fund.
In response to a Council question, staff stated in part that, Los Angeles County offered a $5,000
reward for the Ji case and staff recommended that the City Council offer a reward at the same
amount, but if the City Council wishes they could decrease or increase this amount.
Council member Kovacic wants to see both crimes solved. He felt that the City should offer
$20,000 for both heinous crimes,
Mayor Pro tem Chang echoed Councilmember Kovacic's comment and suggested offering a
$15,000 reward along with the $5,000 from the Los Angeles County for the hit-and-run case of
Fuzhi and Vincent Ji.
It was MOVED by Council member Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Chang and CARRIED on
roll call vote as follows to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6323 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A REWARD FOR
INFORMATION ON CRIMES PROGRAM."
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
None
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It was MOVED by Council member Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Chang and CARRIED on
roll call vote as follows to AUTHORIZE a $20,000,000 reward fund for information on the
Charlotte Cole murder; and, $15,000.00 with the $5,000 from Los Angeles County which would
be equal to $20,000 for information about the deaths of Fuzhi Ji and Vincent Ji.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall
None
None
ADJOURNMENT At 8:17 p.m. the City Council Regular Meeting ADJOURNED to September 3,2002 at 5:30 p,m.
(Sept. 3, 2002) in the Council Chambers Conference Room for a Regular Meeting to conduct the business of the
City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and any Closed Session necessary to discuss
personnei, litigation matters or evaluation of properties.
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/Gail A. Marshall, Mayor of the City of Arcadia
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