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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE AUDIO AND VIDEO TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF
THE CITY CLERK
ROLL CALL:
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PLEDGE OF
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MAYOR'S
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(Wickhem)
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MAYOR'S
BUSINESS
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
November 17,1998
The Arcadia City Council met in a Regular Meeting on Tuesday November 17, 1998, at
6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Arcadia City Hall Council Chambers.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
ABSENT: None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to Govemment Code Section 54957.6 to confer with City labor negotiators
Carol Przybycien, Dan Cassidy, William Kelly and Personnel Concepts, Inc. regarding
Teamsters Local 911, AFSCME Local 2264, AFFA, management and non-represented
employees.
At 6:03 p.m. the City Council RECESSED to the Closed Session. The Regular Meeting
RECONVENED in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m.
Reverend Ellen Jennrich, Lutheran Church ofthe Cross
Carol Libby, Curator, Arcadia Historical Museum
PRESENT: Council members Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
ABSENT: None
The City Attomey announced the subject of the Closed Session held earlier this evening.
PRESENT A TJONS
Mayor Kovacic presented the November 1998 Mayor's Community Service Award to Pat
Wickhem, stating that Pat is probably best described as an "all around good guy: He
has worked on many community fund-raising events over the years and can always be
counted on to help wherever his services are needed. Has been very active at Holy
Angel's School and Parish, and best known for his enthusiastic announcing at youth
sports events.
Mayor Kovacic thanked Mr. Pat Wickhem for willingly and enthusiastically doing his
share and expressed appreciation for being a credit for Arcadia..
Mayor Kovacic presented the November, 1998 Business Recognition Award to Joan
Leathery, President of Assistance League, and Marilyn Marrone representing The
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RECOGNITION Bargain Box. Mayor Kovacic noted, for those not familiar with The Bargain Box, il is a
AWARD thrift store owned, operated and staffed by Arcadia Assistance League voluntee~ as an
(The Ba'rgain ongoing fund-raising activity for chapter philanthropic projects.
Box - Leathery
and Marrone) The Assistance League of Arcadia was founded in 1952 and incorporated in 1954 as the
22nd chapter of the National Assistance League. Volunteer membe~ of this non-profit,
non-partisan and nonsectarian organization donate over 1 0,000 hou~ annually to the
chapter's community service projects. In addition to their Bargain Box operation,
Assistance League sponsors several programs for senior citizens, the mobile library at
Methodist Hospital, and Operation School Bell which provides approximately 800 needy
children a year with clothing and school unifonns.
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MAYOR'S
YOUTH
SERVICE
AWARD
(Jahnke)
Mayor Kovacic presented the November, 1998 Mayor's Youth Service Award to Steve
Jahnke stating, in part. that Steve is also known as a Highland Oaks "Designing Dad:
As an involved parent, Mr. Jahnke has been instrumental in projects such as the
renovation of the basketball backboards and rims, and the new swing set. Mayor
Kovacic congratulated Mr. Jahnke for being a supportive parent and an involved
member of the community.
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MAYOR'S Mayor Kovacic presented the November 1998 Mayor's Employee Recognition Award to
EMPLOYEE Toni McKieman, secretary in the Parks and Recreation Department. stating, in part, that
RECOGNITION Toni's upbeat personality is very helpful as she deals extensively with the many people
AWARD who participate in recreation programs in Arcadia. She was the driving force behind the
(McKieman) recent redesign of the main Recreation Department brochure. In addition, she helps with
department special events, meetings and excursions, and serves on the Citywide
Computer User's Group. Mayor Kovacic congratulated Ms. McKieman for her
enthusiastic and team oriented work.
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PROCLAMATION Mayor Kovacic and, Acting Fire Chief Jim Reed, read and presented a proclamation to
(McMorrow) twelve (12) year old Ryan McMorrow, declaring November 17, 1998 to be Ryan
McMorrow Day, for his heroic efforts in saving his mothers life by perfonning CPR after
. she was hit by a bicyclist.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
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City Manager Kelly introduced Greg Gerlach the City Building Official. stating, in parl
that Mr. Gerlach comes from City of Montebello where he was a deputy Building Official,
he has been with the City of Arcadia for less than a month and he is doing a great job.
Me. Kelly noted a correction to Agenda Item 13d. Recommendation #2 is an error to be
deleted.
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QUESTIONS FROM CITY COUNCIUREDEVElOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING
AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ORD. & RES.
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
It was MO\rcll by Mayor Pro tern Chandier seconded by Councilmember Marshall and
CARRIED that ordinances and resolutions be read by title only and that the reading in
full be WAIVED.
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PUBLIC Consideration of the report and recommendation to approve Zone Change 98-001. This
HEARING zone change was initiated by the City to amend the current C-2 (general commercial)
Z 98-001 zoning designation for the property located at 55 West Huntington Drive, the fonner
ADD H5 HIGH Foulger Ford site, by adding an H5 high rise overlay to allow a maximum of six (5)
RISE OVERLAY stories (55' height limit).
(55 W. Htg.)
(APPROVED)
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The Planning Commission at its August 25th meeting, by a majority vote, voted to
recommend approval of an H5 overlay on the front 200' of the subject property,
extending back from Huntington Drive. The remaining portion of the lot would remain C-
2 which allows a maximum height of three (3) stories (40' height). The November 3,
1998 staff report noted that the Commission's recommendation to restrict the H5 overlay
to the front 200 feet of the property is a compromise that provides flexibility, and at the
same time protects the residential property owners west of the site. In addition. the
Arcadia Municipal Code requires a conditional use pennit for any building in excess of
three (3) stories (40' height).
The staff report noted also that the Development Services Department recommended
that the H5 high rise overlay be added to the entire site, which would remove the stated
200' restriction at the front of the property.
Following the staff report. staff responded to Council's questions regarding the proposed
zone change. Councilmember Roncelli questioned the process of rezoning the property
at this time which could increase the selling price and make it harder to find a buyer.
Mayor Kovacic opened the hearing for public comment.
Art Garcia, representing Mr. Adkins, owner of 55 West Huntington Drive, as his real
estate representative, stated in part, that he and Mr. Adkins concur with the staff
recommendation to zone the entire property H5 with an high rise overlay. Mr. Garcia
advised that there is presently no offer in place for the subject property, which he has
been attempting to sell for two years. The real estate market, until recently, has been
very soft. With the improvement in mortgage interest rates there is now more
opportunity for a sale.
Michael Guidolin, San Antonio Road, stated in part, that he paid a lot to move into
Arcadia, mostly for the view of the mountains and the beautiful area. He visits the
County Park nearly everyday with his wife and daughter. It is his opinion that high rise
construction on the site under discussion would obstruct the view of the mountains from
the County Park. Mr. Guidolin urged Council to consider why people come to live in
Arcadia.
No one else desiring to address the Council, it was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht,
seconded by Councilmember Marshall and CARRIED to CLOSE the public hearing.
In the discussion Mayor Kovacic noted the role of the Council is to decide the zoning on
this property and the use. He is in favor of the H5 high rise overlay on the entire site.
Councilmember Harbicht stated in part that, zoning is the way Council expresses to the
world at large that this is the kind of development Council is willing to accept in this
particular area. He is in favor of the H5 55' height and staffs recommendation that the
H5 high rise overlay be added to the entire site.
Councilmember Marshall is in favor of rezoning the property to the 55' height limit.
Mayor Pro tem Chandler commented that Council needs to express what is acceptable
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on the subject site. He IS in favor of an H6 high rise overlay on the entire site.
It was MOVED by Council member Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Chandler and I
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE Zone Change 98-001, adding an H6
(High Rise Overlay) to the C-2 zoned property located at 55 West Huntington Drive
without the 200' restriction to the front of the property, and; DIRECT staff to prepare the
appropriate ordinance for adoption at a later meeting.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall and Kovacic
Council member Roncelli (wrong time to change the zoning)
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
12. MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
MARSHALL Councilmember Marshall congratulated the award recipients.
(Wickhem, The
Bargain Box,
Jahnke,
McKiernan)
(City of Arcadia
Brochure)
(Citizen's
Financial
Advisory
Committee)
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Councilmember Marshall thanked the Development Services Department for their
wonderful job on the City of Arcadia information brochure. The brochure contains all
kind of information about the City, the demographics, business opportunity, location and
community profile.
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Mrs. Marshall thanked the Citizen's Financial Advisory Committee for finishing their
report in a timely manner and also, for their hard work, patience and assistance to the
City. The committee members who were appointed by the Council are: Mickey Segal,
Bob Hoherd, John McAlister, David Olson and Vince Foley and also City personnel Bill
Kelly, Jim Dale, Jerry Parker, Linda Garcia and Mayor Gary Kovacic.
Councilmember Marshall's quote of the day: 'Some people grumble because roses
have thoms, I am thankful that thorns have roses," by Karr.
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CHANDLER Mayor Pro tern Chandler congratulated the Arcadia varsity football team and the coach
(Football team) Dimalante for wining the League title.
RON CELLI
(Thanksgiving)
KOVACIC
(Costume
contest)
(Arcadia High
School
Marching
Band)
(Shopping
cart)
Councilmember Roncelli wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, he noted he just came
back from a trip to the middle east, we have a lot to be thankful for here in the United
States.
Mayor Kovacic noted the City Council was asked to judge the Halloween costume
contest at the Farmers Market on October 31st. A photograph of this event was shown
on Cablevision for viewers. .
Mayor Kovacic announced the Arcadia High School marching band will be participating
in the Rose Parade in the year 2000. The Mayor thanked Ken Barrows the future
President of Tournament of Roses for extending the invitation, also, congratulations to
the entire band. the band leaders and everyone in the music program.
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Mayor Kovacic encouraged everyone to return abandoned shopping carts to a super
market or call the City shopping cart hotline, the Maintenance Services Department is in
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charge of the shopping cart hotline.
13. CONSENT ITEMS
13a.
MINUTES APPROVED the minutes of the November 3, 1998 regular meeting.
(November 3,
1998)
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WORK ACCEPTED the project as complete for work performed by E.C. Construction Company
ACCEPTED for road improvements on Wheeler Avenue and Hacienda Avenue; and, AUTHORIZED
(Rd. Imprvm'l the final payment to be made in accordance with the contract documents, subject to a
Wheeler and retention of $7,152.57.
Hacienda)
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CONTRACT AWARDED a not to exceed contract in the amount of $60,600.00 ($39,600 bid price plus
AWARD $21,000.00 for increased quantities) to National Plant Services .for the closed-circuit
(Insp. - Sewer television (CCTV) inspection and video taping services of specified areas of the City's
System) sewer system and; WAIVE all irregularities and informalities associated with the bid, and;
AUTHORIZE the City Manager and City Clerk to EXECUTE a contract subject to
approval as to form by the City Attomey
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CONTRACT AWARDED a contract in the amount of $42,110.00 to Planetek Inc. for the design and
AWARD construction support services to replace the booster pumps and Motor Control Center at
(Design/Const. the Santa Anita Plant and; AUTHORIZE the City Manager and City Clerk to EXECUTE a
Spl. SVC5. contract in a form approved by the City Attomey
Booster Pumps
and Motor
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Santa Anita
Plant)
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WORK ACCEPTED the project as complete for work performed by E.C. Construction Company
ACCEPTED for drainage improvements to Califomia Street, the Drake/Cabrillo intersection and City
(Drainage Hall catch basin, and; AUTHORIZED the final payment to be made in accordance with
Improvement the contract documents, subject to a retention of $3,908.00.
Califomia St. &
City Hall)
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CONTRACT See Page 6
AWARD
(Remodel
Upper City Hall
Restrooms)
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WORK ACCEPTED the project as complete for work performed by L.A. Builders Inc. for
ACCEPTED construction of the Orange Grove Emergency Response Facility; and, AUTHORIZED the
(Orange Grove final payment to be made in accordance with the contract documents, subject to a
~mergenCYF 'Iily) retention of $10,554.00; and to APPROPRIATE an additional $8,561.00 from the Capital
esponse aCI Outlay Fund to complete the Orange Grove Emergency Response Facility project.
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RESOLUTION ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 6065 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NO. 6065 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA. APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
(Teamsters UNDERSTANDING ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION AND RELATED BENEFITS
M.O.U. 7/1196 FOR EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY THE CALIFORNIA TEAMSTERS FOR THE
- 6/30/99) CONFIDENTIAUSUPERVISORY/PROFESSIONAL UNIT AND GENERAL EMPLOYEE
(ADOPTED) UNIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996-1999.
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RESOLUTION ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 6064 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NO. 6084 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING ALL-WAY STOP
(All-Way Stop CONTROLS AT THE INTERSECTION OF GOLDEN WEST AVENUE AND ARCADIA
Controls AVENUE.
G.W & Arcadia)
(ADOPTED)
THE PRECEDING CONSENT ITEMS 13a, b, c, d, e, g, hand i APPROVED ON
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM CHANDLER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MARSHALL AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
None
None
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CONTRACT The 1997/98 and 1996/99 Capital Improvement Budgets provide for several
AWARD improvements to City Hall. One element of these improvements includes a complete
(Remodel renovation of the restroom facilities which includes improvements to upgrade the
upper City Hall restrooms and also to comply with ADA requirements.
restrooms)
(APPROVED) The primary inteni 'of the City Hall remodel project is to improve utilization of the facility
by the public and City employees. This element of the project addresses maintenance
and repair problems with City Hall restrooms. These restrooms are outdated and need
of major plumbing improvements. Currently, the men's restroom is partially out of
service and cannot be repaired without major expense. Staff proposed complete
demolition of the existing restrooms and construction of new restrooms, which will be
larger and include provisions for individuals with disabilities without reducing the
numbers of the facilities.
Following a brief discussion in which Councilmember Roncelli suggested alternatives to
the proposed remodel to reduce costs, it was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht,
seconded by Mayor pro tern Chandler and CARRIED on roll call vote to AWARD a
contract in the amount of $109,169.00 to Consttech Construction Co. for the Upper City
Hall Restroom Remodel and ADA Compliance Modifications and; WAIVE all
irregularities and infonnalities associated with the bid and; AUTHORIZE the City
Manager and City Clerk to EXECUTE a contract in a fonn approved by the City Attorney.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall and Kovacic
Councilmember Roncelli
None
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CITY MANAGER
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RECRUIT AND Consideration of the report and recommendation regarding the request to fill the position
FILL of Firefighter in the Fire Department. City Manager Kelly stated. in part, that this
POSITION position is budgeted within this fiscal year and is an approved position.
(Fire Dept.)
In response to Councilmember Marshall's question regarding re-hiring the firefighters
that the City lost previously, Mr. Kelly stated, from the four firefighters that left City
service three have permanent jobs with other agencies, one came back on a contract
basis as an interim firefighter.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Chandler and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to AUTHORIZE staff to fill one Firefighter position
in the Fire Department.
Council member Harbicht commented, in part, that he feels it is time for the City Council
to consider getting back to running the City in a business like manner and letting the
department heads fill the positions which the City Council has already authorized,
instead of coming before the Council every time an employee retires or leaves the City.
Mayor Pro tern Chandler, suggested Council discuss this issue at a future meeting.
Mayor Kovacic stated that he felt that this policy plays a role in training and education of
not only the public but also the Council about the operations of the City. And he is in
favor of seeing the policy remain intact for the balance of the year:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
None
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RESOLUTION As a result of the possible sale of the race track property, the City Council at its
NO. 6086 November 3, 1998 meeting directed staff to prepare a resolution reaffirming the City's
(Live Horse position of supporting live horse racing at Santa Anita Park. Resolution No. 6086 was
Racing) presented for adoption to that end this date.
(ADOPTED)
Consideration of the report and recommendation regarding land use issues on the Santa
Anita Race Track property and, if determined to be appropriate, direction of staff to
proceed with the actions necessary to support Council's land use recommendations for
the subject property.
With the potential sale of the subject property, the City must be prepared to respond to
possible buyers who may wish to maximize the potential of the overall property.
Depending on the buyer, the opportunities for development mayor may not include the
continued operation of the racing facility, according to the staff report.
The City, by law, has certain land use authority. Any land use changes on the Santa
Anita property require City Council approval. The General Plan adopted in 1996,
designated 85 acres in the south parking lot as "Commercial" with a floor area ratio of
thirty percent (30%) which would allow approximately 1.1 million square feet of
commercial'development on site upon approval of a specific plan. The underlying
zoning of the site is S-1 (Special Use Zone) and R-1 (Second One-Family Residential).
The S-1 zoning is the predominant zoning; primarily located in the center of the property
where the race track and grandstands are located. The R-1 zoning is located along the
northerly property line adjacent to Colorado Place and the "college" streets, and the
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southerly property line adjacent to Huntington Drive. The R-l area is primarily
developed with parking, stables and ancillary uses. The S-l zoning regulations permit I
the operation of the race track as well as any use permitted in R-O and R-l zones.
Residential is currently inconsistent with the General Plan "Horse Racing" designation.
The S-l zoning is consistent with the "Horse Racing" designation. The proposed Specific
Plan filed by Santa Anita Enterprises, Inc. for a commercial center on the southerly
eighty five (85) acres of the race track parking lot would create a special zone (SP-l)
which would be consistent with the "Commercial" General Plan designation. The R-l
zoning designation on the perimeter of the property is inconsistent with the "Horse
Racing" and Commercial designations.
The Development Services staff provided the following options for Councils
consideration relative to the future land use of the race track site:
1. Rezone the R-l areas to S-l (horse racing); making the zoning for the entire site 5-1
and initiate a text amendment changing the 'Permitted Uses' allowed in the S-l
zone by eliminating uses permitted in the R-O and R-l zones and gasoline service
stations. The S-l zoning would be consistent with the goals set forth in the General.
Plan.
2. Rezone the R-l areas along the northerly and westerly property lines to R-O 22,000
consistent with the adjoining residential properties. This is inconsistent with the
goals and policies set forth in the General Plan and any future development
consistent with the zoning would require a General Plan amendment.
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In the ensuing discussion staff responded to Council's questions that the S-l zoning
regulations permit only the uses that are mentioned in November 17, 1998 staff report.
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It was then MOVED by Council member Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Kovacic and
CARRIED on a roll call vote to.ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6086, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REAFFIRMING THE
CITY'S SUPPORT FOR LIVE HORSE RACING AT SANTA ANITA PARK AND
ENCOURAGE ANY NEW OWNERS OF SANTA ANITA RACETRACK TO CONTINUE
TO CONDUCT LIVE HORSE RACING AT SANTA ANITA PARK AS ONE OF THE
NATIONS' PRE-EMINENT HORSE RACING FACILITIES', and; DIRECT staff to
prepare a text amendment that reflects Recommendation NO.1. Rezone the R-l areas
to 5-1 (horse racing); making the zoning for the entire site S-l and initiate a text
amendment changing the 'Permitted Uses" allowed in the 5-1 zone by eliminating uses
permitted in the R-O and R-l zones and gasoline service stations. The $-1 zoning would
be consistent with the goals set forth in the General Plan.
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In further discussion Councilmember Roncelli commented that he was opposed to
changing the zoning on the race track property at this time since a new owner of Santa
Anita may want something else.
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The Mayor noted the motion would just eliminate residential development as a permitted
use on $-1 zoned property.
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Councilmember Roncelli (the timing is wrong for a change in zoning)
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Mayor Kovacic referenced a portion of the November 17. 1998 staff report which
provided the City Council with information related to the requirements for designating a
property or facility as an historical site. The information included the brochure "Historical
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Resource Registration Programs in California". and listed four different registration
programs offered by the Office of Historic Preservation. This provided relative to the
possibility of designating the Santa Anita Race Track as such a site. Mayor Kovacic
stated. in part, that he would not mind if City staff broached the subject with the new
owner of the race track to see if there is any interest in any such designation, and if so,
the City could participate in trying to obtain the designation. The Mayor noted, in reading
the material, it appears that "owner consent" plays a major role in any type of a
designation.
In reference to other situations regarding historical preservation designations, Mayor
Kovacic expressed concern regarding demolition permits. It was Council consensus to
direct staff to analyze an ordinance to provide for a reasonable cooling off period before
a demolition permit is issued for presentation to the Council at a later date.
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ARCADIA Ruth and Charles Gilb, long-time Arcadia residents and community leaders, have
HISTORICAL announced their plans to donate $300,000 to the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia
MUSEUM Historical Society to build a new Historical Museum at the Arcadia Community Center.
DONATION The actual donation will come from the Ruth V. and Charles E. Gilb Foundation.
(Ruth & Charles
Gilb) The current museum is located at the Arcadia Community Center, 375 Campus Drive. It
#\3 is housed in two (2) doublewide modular units totaling' 1,800 square feet. Previously,
V' 5'"""0-60 they, were utilized as temporary offices for the American Savings Bank. When this
()/..') 0 ~ institution moved into its permanent facility on south First Avenue, the bank donated the
,~. - /:. modular units to the City and the Arcadia Historical Society for use as a Historical
Museum.
While site planning and space requirements will determine actual costs for a new
museum building, it is anticipated that the Gilb donation will finance the majority of costs
for this new facility. The balance of monies needed for this project will come from funds
previously earmarked for this purpose by the Arcadia Historical Society, and if needed,
other outside donations.
,While a needs assessment will determine the actual size of a new museum, the new
facility will be approximately 3,000 square feet in size, which would be about 67% larger
than the current building. Preliminary, a suitable location for the museum building may
be east of the shuffleboard courts along Huntington Drive. . There is a separate parking
area that is underutilized adjacent to this location and it appears to be large enough to
accommodate the required space. City staff is of the opinion that it would be advisable
to use the same architect who designed the Community Center and Recreation
Department offices. Their familiarity with the site and architectural style of the buildings
would be an asset and could help expedite the project.
Council member Harbicht presented and read a letter from Ruth and Charles Gilb to the
Mayor and Members of the City Council, which stated: "The Ruth V. and Charles E. Gilb
Family Foundation is pleased to offer to the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Historical
Society, a donation in the amount of $300,000.00 to be used for the construction of a
new Arcadia Historical Museum on the property adjacent to the Recreation Department
offices and Community Center. We feel an improved and expanded Historical Museum
will be a great benefilto the Arcadia Community and we are delighted that we are able to
make this project happen. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions
concerning this matter. Ruth V. Gilb and Charles E. Gilb."
Mayor Kovacic accepted Mr. and Mrs. Gilb's letter on behalf of the City Council and
presented the letter to Ms. Carol Libby, Curator, Arcadia Historical Museum. Mrs. Libby
expressed appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Gilb for their generous donation and stated, that
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Arcadians are very fortunate to have a couple with this type of generosity that will be
utilized by the community for years to come.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht. seconded by Councilmember Roncelli and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to ACCEPT the $300,000. charitable donation from
the Ruth V. and Charles E. Gilb Foundation via The Arcadia Historical Society for a new
Historical Museum, and; DESIGNATE the new Museum to be named after the Gilb
Family. and; DIRECT staff to proceed with the architectural/construction process for a
new Historical Museum at the Community Center.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
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CITY ATTORNEY
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ORDINANCE City Attorney Miller presented for ADOPTION and read the title of ORDINANCE NO.
NO. 2092 2092: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
(Nuisance by CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION NO. 4127 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE
dogs) CONCERNING NUISANCE BY DOGS (CLEAN-UP)." .
(ADOPTED)
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Marshall and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that ORDINANCE NO. 2092 be and it is hereby
ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler, Harbicht. Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
None
None
15b.
ORDINANCE City Attorney Miller presented for ADOPTION and read the title of ORDINANCE NO.
NO. 2093 2093: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
(T.A.98-003) CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 9275.1.52.4 TO THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(ADOPTED) SECTION OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ALLOWING OFFICE
() S-~O ~.s-USES IN THE M-1 ZONE WHEN ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIALLY ZONED
- PROPERTY (T.A. 98-003)'-
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ORDINANCE
NO. 2094
(Changing
zoning form
M-2 to M-1)
(ADOPTED)
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It was MOVED by Council member Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Chandler and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that ORDINANCE NO. 2093 be and it is hereby
ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council members Chandler, Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
None
None
City Attorney Miller presented for ADOPTION and read the title of ORDINANCE NO.
2094: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE ZONING FROM M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) TO
M-1 (PLANNED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT) ON THE VACANT 9.2 ACRE PARCEL
LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF LOWER AZUSA ROAD:
It was MOVED by Council member Marshall, seconded by Council member Roncelli and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that ORDINANCE NO. 2094 be and it is hereby
ADOPTED..
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(December 1,
1996)
A TIEST:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Chandler. Harbicht, Marshall, Roncelli and Kovacic
None
None
At 9:00 p.m. the City Council Regular Meeting ADJOURNED in honor of Charles and
Ruth Gilb for their generous donation to the City of Arcadia for construction of a new
Historical Museum building, to Tuesday December 1, 1996, at 6:00 p.m., in the
Conference Room of the Council Chambers for a Regular Meeting to conduct the
business of the Council and Redevelopment Agency and any Closed Session necessary
to discuss personnel, litigation matters or evaluation of properties.
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