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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 17,2002 I I I ROl.l. CAlL 1. POLJCE DEPT. STRATEGIC PlAN tJ130 * SO .;100,1 QmJ-ro 44:0183 09' nO~ c...c: 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 September 17, 2002 Pursuant to the foregoing adjournment of the September 3, 2002 Regular Meeting of the City Council and Arcadia Redevelopment Agency the City Clerk appeared at the time and place of adjournment at 5:30 p.m., and announced that no quorum will be present until 6:00 p.m., at which time the Study Session will convene in the Council Chambers Conference Room. PRESENT: ABSENT: Council members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION None. STUDY SESSION David Hinig, Police Chief, presented an overview of the Police Department Strategic Plan, stating in part that, the mission of the Police Department is to provide safety and service as its number one priority. The department motto is to serve the community with P.R.I.D.E., which is Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Enthusiasm. The Strategic Plan is a priority base plan which can be implemented over the next five years and overcome any service deficiencies to enhance community safety. The department went through a very comprehensive trend analysis which included crime patterns, general service calls, traffic issues, homeland security, computer and technology applications, training, recruitment and volunteerism. Traffic issues are always a concern within the community. The Police Department conducted a community-wide survey in 1999, 87% , viewed traffic congestion, reckless driving, and traffic safety as dominant concerns. It was noted that effective traffic management programs are based on engineering, education and enforcement. In order to effectively handle traffic management in the community, and enforce the traffic, it was proposed to create an Independent Traffic Bureau consisting of one sergeant, four motorcycle officers and two officers assigned to traffic cars. Further, Chief Hinig explained in detail the proposed changes to the Police Department's organization chart which included: 1 - Increase staffing of the Records Bureau, currently, the Records Bureau is unable to comply with State and Federal reporting deadlines, there has been no increase in records personnel in over 20 years. The department processes 7,761 reports and over 4,000 supplemental reports; 2 - increase staffing of the Investigations Bureau to allow timely follow-up of all felony cases and dedicate a detective to technology crime investigation; 3 - hire an additional custodian for the new police facility; 4 - create an autonomous Traffic Bureau; 5 - add a police officer position to expand the Y.E.S. program; 6 - increase the level of staffing of 1 9/17/02 OlIO cl~- INVOCA1lQN PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL ORD. & RES. READ BY TITLE ONLY 2. OliO 3"" CITIZENS OF N ~ ,0 THE MONTH (William & Arty Barton) 44:0184 Community Service Officers (C.S.O.) in jail operations from four to five persons; 7 - add a part- time police officer or assistant to the Personnel & Training Section; 8 - add a Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) to support the Property and Evidence Section; and, 9 - increase staffing in the Crime Analysis Unit by adding a part-time analyst to provide increased ability to review and collate information for predicting and solving crimes. The Investigation Bureau has had the same staff level since 1965. Since the mid 60's, the number of felony crimes has increase 172.8% and the number of arrests has increased 284.3%. I Following Chief Hinig's presentation staff responded to concerns expressed by the Council with regard to the crime solving process, gang related problems and investigations, involvement of the Asian community in public safety and police department activities, and the recruitment of Asian police officers. It was noted that currently, 35-40 of the 90 police department volunteers are Chinese. They assist with translations, the crime analysis unit and the web site. The City Council RECESSED at 7:04 p.m. and RECONVENED in the Council Chambers for the Regular Meeting at 7:10 p.m. Reverend Gerry Wilson, Arcadia Friends Community Church Reverend Carolyn Alexander PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None It was MOVED by Councilmember Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Chang and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that ordinances and resolutions be read by title only and that the reading in full be WAIVED. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None None Mayor Marshall presented the September, 2002 Citizen of the Month Award to Wiliiam and Arly Barton, long-time residents of Arcadia, stating in part that, Bill and Arly Barton have turned a fascinating hobby into a thriving business. They are the proud owners of several period carriages which are seen around the world every single New Years' Day in the Tournament of Roses Parade. The Bartons have'run their carriage business for over 32 years. They embody a rich tradition of family, hard work and community spirit. 3. PRESENTATION Mayor Marshall presented Certificates of Commendation to members of the girls Arcadia (Arcadia American American Major Softball All-Stars and congratulated members for becoming the first 11-12 year Major Softball old all-star team In Arcadia Little League history to win the State Championship. All-Stars) 4. JI.;J. 0- !.COUTGOING d'i ), - '1it-COMSN. MEMBERS (Ping. CClmsn. Murphy and Kalemkiarian, Mayor Marshall presented plaques of appreciation in recognition of their service to the community to: outgoing Planning Commissioners, Paul Kalemkiarian and John Murphy; and, outgoing Sister City Commissioners, David Cashion, Jean Cope, Dean Efstathiou, Monty Lindsey, Josephine Tung, Shone Wang and Robert Westfall. I 2 9/17/02 I I I 44:0185 Sister City Outgoing Centennial Celebration Commissioner, Warren Shaw; outgoing Planning Comsn. Commissioner, Edward Huang; and, outgoing Sister City Commissioners, James Hanner and Cashion, Cope, James Hronas were not present to receive their plaques. Efstathlou, Lindsey, Tung, Wang and Westfall) 5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Rannev Adams, 145 Loralyn Drive, complimented the City Council for allocating $60,000 towards relocation of the Hugo Reid family statue and requested that the Council not award a contract to the only bidder at this time and re-bid the project. He hoped that the City would receive a bid less than $57,000 and be able to use the remaining amount of allocated funds on extensive renovation that needs to be done on the statue. MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS SEGAL Council member Segal congratulated the members of the Arcadia American Major Softball AII- (All-Star Team) Stars for their effort. (Events) ()f5'o -~vt!..rl'$ CHANG (All-Star Team) (Commission Members) (Mr. & Mrs. Barton) Mr. Segal encouraged everyone to pay attention to the City newsletter, read the announcements and participate in coming events such as the Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic, the Rose Parade float viewing day, etcetera. Mayor Pro tem Chang expressed congratulations to the members of the Arcadia American Major Softball All-Stars for their excellent performance. Also congratulated the team coaches and the president for their hard work. Dr. Chang expressed appreciation and thanked the outgoing commissioner members for their contributions to the community. Dr. Chang also congratulated the recipients of the Mayor's Citizen of the Month award, William and Arly Barton, he was particularly impressed by Mrs. Barton's comments to each Councilmember. Dr. Chang encouraged all Arcadians to watch the Government Channel and the live broadcast of the Arcadia Council Meetings. He would like to see the Government Channel be part of the cable basic service in the near future. (Moon Festival) Dr. Chang encouraged everyone to participate the 7th Annual Asian/American Harvest Moon Festival, which will be held at the Arcadia County Park, September 21,2002 from 11 :30 a.m. KOVACIC Councilmember Kovacic also congratulated the Arcadia American Major Softball All-Stars team (All-Star Team) members for their accomplishments. (Volunteer Services) (New Year) Mr. Kovacic encouraged everyone to seriously consider the voiunteer opportunities in Arcadia, stating in part, that Arcadia would not operate a first class City without the volunteers. The Police Department is always in desperate need of more volunteers as well as the Library, City Hall and the Fire Department. Mr. Kovacic wished a Happy New Year to Councilmember Segal and his family, and all Jewish friends in Arcadia. 3 9/17/02 WUO (Mr.&Mrs. Barton) 44:0186 Councilmember Wuo congratulated William and Arly Barton, the Citizen of the Month Award recipients. ~ (A1I.Star Team) Mr. Wuo also congratulated the Arcadia American Major Softball All-Stars members for a successful season. (Commission Members) (A Taste Around Arcadia) (Float Riders) (Arroyo Pacific) MARSHALL (Memorial) {)I~O ~ ~Vl~1-~ N~f' (Whiskers 'n Tails) (Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic) (Food for Thought) 6. ROLL CALL 7. 7a. MINUTES (Sept. 3, 2002) Mr. Wuo expressed appreciation to the outgoing commissioners for all their hard work and dedication. Mr. Wuo noted that he attended "A Taste Around Arcadia". It was a very successful event with participation of over twenty restaurants. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the City's 2003 Rose Parade fioat. Mr. Wuo reminded and encouraged parents to fill out an official entry form for their sons or daughters between the ages of 8 to 13 to participate in the selection of two riders for City's Rose Parade fioat. Mr. Wuo referred to encouraging letters he received with regard to his appeal of the Planning Commission decision on the Arroyo Pacific Academy. He felt that it is now a better and safer project. Mayor Marshall shared a note from Sgt. Ed Bacon, thanking the City Manager, City Hall, Fire and Police employees for a very nice remembrance day on September 11, 2002. Mayor Marshall encouraged everyone to attend the first Whiskers 'n Tails Animal Care and Adoption Day, September 28, 2002 on the west lawn in front of City Hall. ' Mayor Marshall announced that the "Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic", will be held on October 27, 2002 at the County Park from 11 :30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A special highlight of the picnic will be a drawing to select two Arcadia children to ride on the City's 2003 Rose Parade float. Mayor Marshall shared a "food for thoughr. "Of all days, the day on which one has not laughed is the one most surely wasted". THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED TO ACT AS THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PRESENT: ABSENT: Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION None. CONSENT ITEMS It was MOVED by Agency Member Segal, seconded by Agency Member Chang and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE the Minutes of the September 3, 2002 Regular Meeting. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Agency Members Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None None 4 9/17102 I 1 I I I I 44:0187 ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency ADJOURNED to October 1, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED 8. CONSENT ITEMS 8a. MINUTES APPROVED the Minutes of September 3, 2002 Regular Meeting. (Sept 3, 2002) (} .3.rO~~@ 8b. ~}/<20- c:l() MONETARY ACCEPTED the $6,795 donation from the Arcadia Public Library Foundation to the Library for GIFT furniture, programs and materials. (Arcadia Public Library Foundation) 8 I(!>~; ~ ,?C c. CONTRACT AUTHORIZED the City Manager to RENEW the Professional Services Agreement with Joe A. RENEWAL Gonsalves & Son for legislative advocacy services; and, APPROPRIATE $36,000 for these (Legislative services. Advocacy Services) 8d. O(/"fl) - ,.;) S'" RESOLUTiON ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 6322 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF NO. 6322 THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH THE ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION (Citation SCHEDULE OF FINES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE AS ADOPTED BY Schedule - THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE". Uniform Fire Code) 8e. t}3~-3f) PURCHASE AWARDED the purchase of three Bullard T-3 Thermal Imaging Cameras in the amount of CONTRACT $31,825.50, to L.N. Curtis and Sons for Fire Department engine companies. (Thermal Imaging Cameras - FD) THE PRECEDING CONSENT ITEMS 8a, b, c, d and e APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KOVACIC, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER SEGAL AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None None 9. CITY MANAGER 9a. 07.;UJ - '1~ AWARD Consideration of the report and recommendation to enter into a contract with American Heavy CONTRACT Moving and Rigging, Inc. for relocation of the Hugo Reid Family Statue from Arcadia County (Relocation of Park to the Ruth and Charles Glib Historical Museum site. 5 9/17102 Hugo Reid Family Statue) (APPROVED) () 5",; (} '3. 79b. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 44:0188 The statue weights 30,000 pounds and is currently located in the Arcadia County Park. The County of Los Angeles donated the statue to the City at no cost. The project consists of removing the statue, transporting it through the park and public streets to the museum site and placing it in the ground at the same depth at which it currently exists. The work is expected to take one week to complete. The contractor is required to obtain insurance to protect the statue from damage during the move. Also, required to restore all damages caused by the move, such as broken curbs and sidewalk, and fill in the hole at the removal site. I The project was formally advertised for bids; three (3) prospective contractors received plans and specifications. One (1) qualified bid was received in the amount of $57,362. Staff reviewed the bid documents and determined that American Heavy Moving & Rigging, Inc. can satisfactorily perform the required work and their bid is reasonable and within budget. City Manager Kelly noted that the Arcadia Historical Society proposed the relocation of the Hugo Reid statue and will pay the cost of restoration. Following presentation considerable discussion ensued. Some Councilmembers supported the relocation of the Hugo Reid Family Statue to the Arcadia Historical Museum; others expressed concerns of awarding the project on a single bid and suggested the matter be tabled at this time , and re-bid at a later date. Additional information on cost of the restoration of the statue and , funding sources before taking any action would be important. CitY Manager Kelly noted that the Arcadia Historical Society proposed the relocation of the statue and will pay the cost of restoration to an estimated amount of $10,000-$20,000. Councilmember Wuo, president of the Historical Society, confirmed that the society already has some funds and will have more fund raisers in order to be able to pay for restoration of the Hugo Reid Family Statue. I It was MOVED by Council member Kovacic, seconded by Councilmember Wuo and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to AUTHORIZE the City Manager to enter into a contract with American Heavy Moving & Rigging, Inc. in the amount of $57,362 for the relocation of Hugo Reid Family Statue. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Marshall None None The City Council at its June 18, 2002 Study Session directed staff to place on a regular City Council agenda an item regarding Habitat for Humanity. It was noted that attached to the September 17, 2002 staff report, with regard to the Habitat for Humanity, is a brochure prepared by the San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity office in Pasadena and a memorandum from the Redevelopment Agency's consultant, Kathleen Head of Keyser Marston Associates. In his presentation, Donald Penman, Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services, stated in part that, Habitat for Humanity provides homeownership opportunities for very low- income farnilies. Qualifying families must donate a specific number of hours for construction of their homes, there is also extensive use of other volunteers in the construction of these buildings. Habitat seeks public agencies assistance in the form of donated land and waiver of development fees to make their projects economically feasible. The issues that are typically considered by redevelopment agencies that are undertaking Habitat I for Humanity projects are: project design and amenities; assistance costs; affordability; family selection; and, development timing. Project design and amenities, by definition, means that 6 9/17/02 44:0189 I Habitat for Humanity homes are designed to meet the mlntmum building code standards imposed by municipalities. Assistance cost of an agency significantly varies, depending upon land cost in that community. The Code requires housing projects, that are assisted with Property Tax Increment Housing Set-a-Side funds, be provided to the residents at an affordable housing cost. The home buyer's total housing related expenses cannot exceed 30% of their income. These expenses include mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance cost, utilities costs and an allowance for ongoing maintenance costs. The participants are selected by Habitat. Further, staff presented a brief Powerpoint presentation showing the Habitat projects in Duarte, EI Monte, Pasadena and Glendale. It was noted that pursuant to a recent change in state law it is required that the money set a side in redevelopment, which is 20% of annual tax increment, has to go into a housing fund. The Agency is limited in expending its Low and Moderate Income and Housing Fund in proportion to the City's population. The senior population represents 15% of the entire City population. Therefore the Agency can only expend 15% of the Low and Moderate Income and Housing Funds towards affordable non-family, senior housing development. The remaining 85% must be spent on affordable family housing development. As of this date the Agency has $3,500,000 in the Low Moderate Income and Housing Fund. It was noted that the Agency must spend or commit by contract, a minimum of $80,000 from the excess surplus for affordable housing before July 1, 2003. The City is facing the possibility of the county taking over Arcadia's housing set- aside money and building a project in the City, if Arcadia does not meet the requirements. I Alan Dugan, Executive Director of the San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity, presented an , overview of the Habitat Housing Program, funding and selection process, clarifying that selected families must meet three criteria for homeownership: need; the willingness to partner by providing 500 hours of "sweat equity" in building their home; and, the ability to pay a one percent cash down payment and repay a no-interest mortgage over 20 to 30 years. Jay Johnson, Habitat for Humanity Board Member, Architect, La Canada and Pasadena area, and Wayne Kruse President of the Board for the San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity were present to answer questions and a detailed presentation with regard to the design, planning, finding a site, volunteer work and construction process for Habitat projects. It was noted that Habitat is looking to site a project at the former Mounted Police site on Live Oak Avenue. The property -is somewhat isolated from Arcadia neighbors, bordered by Live Oak Avenue on the north, the Arcadia Par 3 Golf Course on the south, the Santa Anita Wash on the east and County territory near Hempstead Avenue on the west. As many as twenty (20) homes could be built on this site according to Mr. Johnson. The property is in the EI Monte School District and will not have any impact on Arcadia schools. Mayor Marshal opened the meeting for public comment. Sonva Williams, 130 Greenfield Place, felt that Habitat for Humanity Housing is not a good fit for Arcadia and expressed concerns with regard to the location, quality and the maintenance of the buildings. The City needs to move on to more productive local issues. Janet Cunninqham, 1836 Alta Oaks Drive, spoke in favor of the proposal and encouraged Council to consider partnering with Habitat for Humanity which has twenty plus years of history and experience in building houses. I Shone WanQ, 111 West Foothill, local developer, urged Council to look into other alternatives such as, a first time home buyers program, in order to meet the state mandate. He felt the housing fund can be used to benefit local safety and government employees who work in Arcadia but cannot afford to live in Arcadia. 7 9/17102 44:0190 Jollv Wu, 2400 Lee Avenue, stated that the residents of Arcadia do not want the Habitat housing in their back yard and urged Council to listen to the citizens and look into other alternatives. I Robert Tobin, Greenfield Avenue, South of Duarte, felt that this is a very complex problem and has to be debated thoroughly but the hour is getting late. Therefore, he suggested postponing comments to a future meeting. Sarah De AnQelis, 2401 Lee Avenue, said that constructing a home needs professionals. Volunteers cannot build a house that can survive 'nature's disasters, such as earthquakes. Bill De AnQelis, 2401 Lee Avenue, expressed concerns with the traffic that these twenty new homes on Live Oak would generate. The residents in that area are already experiencing traffic congestion. In his opinion the subject property on Live Oak shouid be all business and not residential. It was suggested by Jay Johnson, a Habitat for Humanity Board Member, that prior to any commitment the City should look at a way to partner with Habitat for Humanity in finding a site and give Habitat an opportunity to design a project and see personally what Habitat is willing to do there. .'Mayor Marshall expressed objection to any housing project on the former Mounted Police site on Live Oak Avenue. She would like to have more information on alternatives and felt that it is premature to decide on Habitat for Humanity without discussing all other alternatives. She is in favor of the Habitat for Humanity organization but the question is whether this type of housing will fit in Arcadia? Council member Kovacic commented that the City is mandated to provide 45 very low income I and 20 low.income housing units. The City can no longer use senior housing to meet the total need under new state law. The site is not a perfect site, but it is one of the two parcels that the City/Redevelopment Agency owns. It is an asset the City owns. Council member Kovacic fully endorses Habitat for Humanity, both as an organization and as a way for the City to remedy its requirements to provide very low and low-income housing. In response to a Council question, Donald Penman, Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services advised, the City would have the same amount of authority regarding design whether it is a private project or a Habitat project. Any project would go through the design review process. With regard to preference, it was noted that, with some programs the City can utilize and try to offer preference to local residents, but the City cannot mandate that any project be available to local residents only. Considerable discussion ensued. Mayor Pro tem Chang would like to receive more information on other alternatives. He expressed concern with regard to the effect that a Habitat for Humanity project would have on property values in Arcadia. Council member Segal commented that the single most important priority in Arcadia is senior housing. Arcadia seniors are being forced to leave the City as a result of the sale of their homes. There are numerous projects soon to come before the Council with regard to senior housing, but not a single developer showed any interest in low and very low-income housing. He felt that there is no good logical reason why Habitat can not be part of the plan to try and meet the City's obligation for 66 low and very low.income housing. Councilmember Wuo spoke in opposition to the Habitat for Humanity Housing in Arcadia, stating I in part that, Habitat for Humanity is a nice organization for what they do for needy families, but after listening to residents comments and trying to see where Habitat for Humanity will enhance 8 9/17102 I I I ROLL CALL: ROLL CALL: ROLL CALL: 44:0191 this community, and where it will enhance the quality of life in Arcadia, he felt that the Habitat for Humanity project is not for Arcadia. Following discussion, it was MOVED by Council member Kovacic, seconded by Councilmember Segal and CARRiED on roll call vote as follows to ENDORSE Habitat for Humanity as a component of the City's program to comply with its commitment to provide very low and low- income housing in Arcadia. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council members Kovacic and Segal Councilmembers Chang, Wuo and Marshall None It was MOVED by Council member Kovacic, seconded by Councilmember Segal and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to ENDORSE Habitat for Humanity as an alternative or an option for the City's commitment to provide very low and low-income housing in Arcadia. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Counciimembers Chang, Kovacic and Segal Counciimembers Wuo and Marshall None It was MOVED by Councilmember Kovacic, seconded by Councilmember Segal and CARRIED on roll call vote as foliows to AUTHORIZE staff to negotiate with Habitat for Humanity for a very low or low-income housing project at the former Mounted police site; and, comeback with their best deal that complies with all of the rules and regulations that apply to the developments in Arcadia for approval or denial by the City Council. City Manager Kelly noted that staff can prepare an overview of alternative housing types such as first time homebuyers and silent second programs, but going out and trying to negotiate and bring back all these alternatives for the former Mounted Police site in Live Oak Avenue is going to take a lot of time. It was recommended that the City Council authorize staff to request RFP's (Request For Proposal) from any developer who is interested in City owned property on Live Oak Avenue (former Mounted Police site), for very low and low-income housing. Councilmembers Kovacic and Segal withdrawn the previous motion and second. It was MOVED by Council member Kovacic, seconded by Counciimember Segal and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the City Council and Redevelopment Agency DIRECT staff to seek conceptual proposals (Request For Proposal) and do whatever is akin to the RFP process when it comes to evaluating projects for very low and low income housing as it relates to the former Mounted Police site on Live Oak Avenue, and staff come back to the Council and Redevelopment Agency with the results. Mayor Pro tem Chang noted that the problem is to meet the state mandate and build low/moderate income housing. He felt that a master plan would enable the Council to plan on how to meet this requirement. Councilmember Kovacic agreed that a Master Plan was a good idea. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Chang, Kovacic, Segal and Wuo Councilmember Marshall (Mayor Marshali Is against housing on the Live Oak site) None 9 9/17/02 ADJOURNMENT (Oct. 1, 2002) ATTEST: 44:0192 At 11 :0!3' p.m. the City Council Regular Meeting ADJOURNED in memory of Bud Kelly, a former member of the Arcadia Beautiful Commission, to October 1, 2002 at 5:30 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 Closed Session necessary to discuss personnel, litigation matters or evaluation of properties. 4 e D. Alford, City C ~ 10 Gail A. Marshall, May r of the City of Arcadia 9/17/02 I I I