HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 4, 1994INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A G E N D A
Arcadia City Council Meeting
October 4, 1994
Regular Meeting: 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL Council Members Chang, Kuhn, Lojeski,
Margett and Young
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
QUESTIONS FROM CITY COUNCIL REGARDING
CLARIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS
MOTION: Read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive
reading in full.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Coast Little League - Senior Girls Softball 1994 All -Stars
ACTION
TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE
CITY COUNCIL (NON- PUBLIC HEARING) - (FIVE MINUTE TIME LIMIT PER PERSON)
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
City Council Reports /Announcements /Statements
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Consideration of Public Nuisance Abatement - Rehabilitation/
Demolition for property located at 533 Valido Road - Mary Card,
property owner (continued from September 20, 1994).
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MEETING OF THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ACTION
ROLL CALL: Agency Members Chang, Kuhn, Lojeski,
Margett & Young
CONSENT:
1. Approval of Minutes of the September 20, 1994 regular meeting.
ADJOURN to October 11, 1994 @ 5:30 p.m. - Arcadia Chamber
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL
CONSENT ITEMS
1. MINUTES of the September 9 and September 14, 1994 adjourned
regular meetings, and September 20, 1994 regular meeting.
2. Report and Recommendation to Award Contract for the 1994 -95
Tree Maintenance Program on Various Streets (Job No. 585).
3. Report and Recommendation to Solicit Proposals for a Three
(3) Year Landscape Maintenance Contract (February 1, 1995 -
January 31, 1998).
4. Report and Recommendation to Appropriate Funds for the
Purchase of Micro - Computers (City Attorney & City Manager).
CITY MANAGER
1. Request to Revise the City's Definition of Game Machine
Arcade Regulations.
2. Request to Approve Government Access Cable Television
Programming.
CITY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution of Intent and Introduction of Ordinance No. 2022 -
2% @ 55 Retirement Formula,
ORDINANCE No. 2022 - INTRODUCTION -An Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, amending the
contract between the City Council of the City of Arcadia and the
Board of Administration of the California Public Employee's
Retirement System.
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CITY ATTORNEY, continued
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RESOLUTION No. 5822 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Arcadia, California, amending a contract between
the Board of Administration of the Public Employer's Retirement
System and the City Council of the City of Arcadia -- 2% at 55
for local miscellaneous members.
2. ORDINANCE No. 2021 - ADOPTION - An Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, adding a design
overlay (D) to the properties located in the area bordered by Virginia
Avenue on the north, Santa Anita Avenue on the west, Highland
Oaks on the east extending to the east end of Sycamore Avenue
and bordered by the commercial properties fronting on Foothill
Boulevard on the south and including said area into the Highland
Oaks Homeowners Association and amending Sections 9272.2.3
and 9233.5 of the Arcadia Municipal Code.
RESOLUTION No. 5823 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Arcadia, California, approving and adopting an
amended Conflicts of Interest Code pursuant to the provisions
of the Political Reform Act of 1974, Title 9 of the Government Code.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
Reports /Announcements /Statements
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 for conference with labor
negotiators Dan Cassidy and /or Gary Rogers regarding unrepresented
employees and AFSCME Local 22264, the Arcadia Firefighter's
Association, and Arcadia Police Relief Association.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 to confer with legal
counsel regarding the existing personal injury case of Bowyer v. City of
Arcadia.
ADJOURN to October 11, 1994 @ 5:30 p.m. - Arcadia Chamber
ACTION
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Memorandum
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October 4, 1994
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Community Development Administrator
SUBJECT: Recommendation to Revise the City's Definition of Game Machine
Arcade Regulations
SUMMARY
The City Council, at its August 2, meeting requested that the Community
Development Department investigate what constitutes a video game arcade. This
report discusses the background of the City's current code requirements; limits on
the number of game machines in other cities; the number of businesses in Arcadia
which could be impacted by a change; and possible City Council action.
BACKGROUND
Existing Code Requirements
The City's current regulations define a game machine arcade as any place of business
containing eight (8) or more game machines. Game machines are defined as "any
device for amusement or pastime, including but not limited to a pinball machine or
video game, of whatever kind or nature, whether electronically activated or not,
which may be activated by a coin or any consideration paid for its usage." This
includes game machines, coin operated billiard tables, etc. "Game machine arcades"
require a conditional use permit.
In 1982 when the game machine arcade regulations were adopted (Text Amendment
82 -4) staff's recommendation was to limit the number of game machines in an
establishment to three and that establishments with four or more game machines
would be considered a "game machine arcade" and subject to the conditional use
permit regulations.
The Planning Commission at its November 14, 1982 meeting recommended that no
more than 2 game machines be considered as an accessory use in any establishment
and that a conditional use permit be required for any establishment with three or
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more game machines. In addition, the Planning Commission discussed the
question of whether arcade devices should be permitted in liquor stores. After
considerable discussion it was determined that the most direct way of dealing with
this issue would be to permit arcade devices in liquor stores but prohibit their
operation by minors. Also, it was discussed that it would be difficult to draw a clear
distinction between a liquor store and a store that sells liquor (i.e., 7 -11, markets,
etc.). The Planning Commission's recommendation was forwarded to the City
Council for consideration.
The City Council after several public hearings approved the existing regulations, but
increased the limit on the number of game machines allowed without a conditional
use permit to seven (7). This change, based upon the City Council minutes, was
primarily to accommodate a pizza business in town which had seven machines. In
addition, the existing bowling alleys which well exceeded this number, were made
"legal nonconforming uses" and not subject to the conditional use permit
requirement.
DISCUSSION
Other Cities Requirements
The following is a list of cities and the maximum number of machines allowed
without a conditional use permit.
Alhambra 4
Covina 3
Duarte 3
El Monte 4
Glendora 2
Los Angeles 4
Monrovia 2
Monterey Park 3
Pasadena 3
Rosemead 3
San Gabriel 3
Sierra Madre 3
South Pasadena 3
Temple City 3
West Covina 3
The majority of cities noted above allow a maximum of 3 machines without a
conditional use permit. This is consistent with the recommendation made by staff
in 1982 to the Planning Commission.
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Current Uses in Arcadia
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Currently there are two uses in the City which have a conditional use permit for
arcades: (1) Action Arcade at 160 East Duarte Road and (2) Shakey's Pizza on
Foothill Boulevard.
The following businesses have permits for four (4) or more game machines (not
including billiard tables):
Number of
Machines on -site
Santa Anita Lanes
20
Las Tunas Drive
Bowling Square, Inc.
18
Baldwin Avenue
Shakeys Pizza
9
Foothill Boulevard
Game Depot
7
148 E. Duarte Road
King Arthurs
7
1027 S. Baldwin
Steerburger
7
116 E. Live Oak
Club 101 Sports Bar and
Grille, 16 E. Huntington
5
The busi- nesses set forth below have three or less game machines (not including
billiard tables):
Lucky Donuts
Duarte Road 3
Sunshine Yogurt
Duarte Road 3
7 -11 Store
Baldwin Avenue 3
Burger Palace
Las Tunas Drive 3
Andy Kapps Bar
Baldwin Avenue 2
Steerburger
Huntington Drive 1
Sportsrock Bar
Wheeler 1
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In addition to the above, an application has been filed for 7 game machines at Pacific
Sports Card Company, 142 East Duarte Road. A hearing is scheduled for September
29 before the Business License Review Board to consider this request.
One of the concerns raised to the City Council regarding arcades was that more exits
are required for arcades than general retail businesses. In checking with the
Building Division, this is not correct. The required number of exits for a game
arcade or retail building are the same for similar occupant loads. Also, there are no
differences in the Fire Department's requirements.
Another concern was that a number of the newer machines can have as many as
four persons playing at any one time. Licenses for game machines are issued by the
Business License Review Board to a specific location and for a specific number of
machines. The permit, however, is not for a specific game machine, i.e.,
Terminator, Street Fighter, Mortal Combat, etc., because gam�5 machines constantly
change depending on their popularity. When a game is no longer popular, they are
replaced with a newer game. As long as a business does not exceed the number of
machines permitted the City has no jurisdiction as to what kinds of machines may
be installed.
Another issue was the use by children during the school hours. In October, 1993 the
Police Department at the request of the Business License Officer, conducted a spot
survey of businesses which have game machines. The Police Department's report
indicated that at no time did the officers observe any violations of the Arcadia
Municipal Code, especially in regard to school children being on the premises
during school hours.
Currently-there are 15 businesses within the City which have a total of 91 arcade
game machines. The Business License Officer recently completed an on -site survey
of each of these businesses with the exception of Action Arcade. Six of the locations
had a total of 11 machines which allow up to 4 players.
FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the above information it does not appear that there is a proliferation of
businesses with game machines in the City. In addition, there have been no
reported problems with those businesses which have machines.
Game machines in restaurants such as King Arthurs, Shakeys, etc. are generally
incidental to the restaurant use, that is, persons generally do not go into the
restaurant for the specific reason of playing game machines. However, many
persons, especially your ; people often go into a retail stores such as donut shops,
sports card shops, 7 -11's .or the primary purpose of playing the g :me machines. It is
staff's opinion that more than three game machines in a retail store becomes less of
an incidental use and more of a mini game machine arcade.
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The Community Development Department recommends the following:
1. That the maximum number of game machines allowed in retail businesses
shall be limited to three (3);
2. That the maximum number of game machines allowed in restaurants shall
be limited to seven (7) consistent with the existing code.
3. That a conditional use permit shall be required for four (4) or more game
machines in a retail business and eight (8) or more game machines in a
restaurant.
CITY COUNCIL ACTION
If the City Council wishes to consider amending the code to limit the number of
game machines as set forth above, the City Council should direct staff to proceed
with the appropriate text amendment, which must also be reviewed by the Planning
Commission.
Approved b w `�° A
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William R. Kelly, City Manager
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October 4, 1994
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council ,, II
FROM: Tamara S. Gates, Administrative Aide
RE: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE GOVERNMENT ACCESS CABLE -
TELEVISION PROGRAMMING
Summary
At the September 6, 1994 City Council meeting, the City Council directed staff to analyze the
City's cable television access opportunities. In order to retain control over programming quality
and content, it is recommended that the City Council approve government access cable television
programming without the use of a cable commission at this time.
Background
In November 1993, it was the general consensus of the City Council to pursue local origination
in the form of government access. Government access cable television allows the City to control
both content and technical quality of the programs televised on the City's public access channel.
However, in order for the City to pursue government access opportunities, the necessary
equipment and funds need to be obtained.
The Cable Television Franchise Agreement requires that the TCI/Cablevision provide the City
with a cable television studio. In June 1994, TCI/Cablevision gave the City $272,682 to cover
the entire cost of camera equipment for the City Council Chambers. In October 1994, the
installation of this permanent camera equipment will be completed. This equipment provides the
City with the opportunity to televise City Council meetings. In addition, the City will have one
(1)portable video camera to tape meetings outside of the Council Chambers. Although, the City
will have the camera equipment, funds would have to be obtained to tape any meetings or
programs for the City.
The City obtained$15,000 per year for the next three (3) years from TCI/Cablevision to operate
the cable equipment for the City Council meetings. Currently, the City is negotiating a contract
with Studio Spectrum to operate the cable equipment for these meetings. Depending upon the
length of the City Council meetings, it is estimated that the taping of these meetings will cost
between $9,000 - $12,000 per year. Therefore, there may only be several thousand dollars a
year remaining to pay for the cablecasting of other programs.
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Cable Television Programming
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Typically, original quality programming can cost up to $1,000 per minute of finished video.
Depending on the extent of the operation and number of original productions, it could cost up
to $150,000 annually for local government access programming. For example, a one-half hour
program could cost as much as $30,000. In order to pursue government access programming,
the City has several options.
1. Retain a Consultant
The City could retain a consultant to cablecast the City's programs. Since Studio
Spectrum is being retained to tape the City Council meetir Ts, they could also be
retained to tape other programs. The cost for this type of rogramming could be
as much as $150,000 per year depending upon the amount of programming the
City Council desires.
2. Retain Volunteers
Through the implementation of the camera equipment, Studio Spectrum is
required to provide a total of eight (8) hours of training for City staff and/or
volunteers on the operation of the camera equipment. The City can approach
community organizations and the high school to find volunteers to operate this
equipment to cablecast programs.
3. TCI/Cablevision
The City's Cable Television Franchise Agreement With TCI/Cablevision states that
the cable company shall provide on going support to the City's local origination
programming, at no cost to the City. This "ongoing support" includes, a public
access studio and the portable camera equipment necessary to cablecast the City's
programs.
Attached is a letter from the Public Affairs Manager for TCI/Cablevision
describing their future involvement in cablecasting programs for the City. As
always, TCI/Cablevision is willing to consider the City's requests to cablecast
programs that will benefit the community. TCI/Cablevision is willing to continue
to consider the City's requests to cablecast City events in the future. However,
the availability of their cable crews and equipment may be limited at times.
In order for the City to maintain control over cable television programming, it is recommended
that the City pursue government access programming utilizing a combination of volunteers and
TCI/Cablevision to cablecast the programs.
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Cable Television Programming
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Over a year ago, the City Council discussed the possibility of forming a cable commission. The
purpose of the cable advisory commission was to work with staff on developing policies and
guidelines for activating and operating the City's new public access cable channel.
In the Winter 1993 City Newsletter, the City solicited interested residents to serve on a cable
advisory commission. To date, the City has received ten(10) letters from Arcadia residents that
are interested in serving on this commission. One (1) of the letters of interest is no longer valid
because he was appointed to another City commission. Thus, nine (9) letters remain on file from
residents interested in being a member of the cable commission.
September 1993, the City sent letters to all of the applicants informing them that the cable
television master plan was in the process of being completed. In addition, the letter stated that
the City would inform them if a cable commission was established.
Due to the lack of funds available for cable television programming, their may not be a great
amount of work for the cable commission. Thus, it is possible that the minimal number of
programming decisions could be made by the City Council. Staff recommends that the City
Council postpone the establishment of a cable commission until the installation of the cable
equipment is completed and staff can evaluate the number of volunteers interested in cablecasting
City programs.
Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact to the City can vary depending upon what options the City Council chooses
to utilize to provide government access to the community. However, in order to minimize the
cost of cable television programming, it is recommended that a combination of volunteers and
TCI/Cablevision be utilized to cablecast the City's programs and events.
The only cost associated with this option is the ongoing training for volunteers beyond the eight
(8) hours being provided by Studio Spectrum. Staff estimates that this could cost the City
approximately $2,000 per year to provide continual training to volunteers on how to use the
camera equipment. The City could utilize the remaining funds provided by TCI/Cablevision to
operate the camera equipment to pay for the cost of the volunteer training. Thus, the City would
not be utilizing any City funds currently allocated for other programs to provide government
access to the community.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council direct staff to pursue government access cable television
programming utilizing volunteers and TCI/Cablevision without the use of a cable commission
at this time.
Approved: (
William R. Kelly, City Manager
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VIA FAX
September 21, 1994
Tamara S. Gates
Administrative Aide
City of Arcadia
240 West Huntington Drive
Arcadia, Ca 91066-6062 -
Dear Tammy,
In the seven years I have been Community Relations Manager of the TCI Los Angeles
County system, our policy has always been to "Be a Part of the Communities We
Serve". We have worked to accomplish this goal by participating in community
organizations and events. Part of this involvement has been cablecasting of community
events and producing Public Affairs programming.
When the Arcadia/Sierra Madre cable system became our responsibility, this
"Community Involvement" was extended to Arcadia and Sierra Madre. Some of the
events we have cablecast include the Arcadia Band Tournament, The Mayor's Prayer
Breakfast, The City Anniversary Celebration, The Country Faire and Public Affairs
programming from the Arboretum.
Now that the City will also have the ability to provide community programming, the
residents of Arcadia will have a win-win situation. We will not back off from our
commitment to "Be a Part of the Communities We Serve," including Arcadia. We will
continue to cover as many events as possible. Close cooperation and coordination with
City staff will insure that Arcadia will have the best cable television service available.
Sincerely,
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Keith Cooper
Public Affairs Manager
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City of Intlusty.CA 91745
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Corkran W. Nicholson, Planning Services Manager
SUBJECT: Consideration of Public Nuisance Abatement -- Rehabilitation/
Demolition for property located at 533 Valido Road -- Mary Car.,
• property Owner (continued from September 20, 2994).
INTRODUCTION:
The City Council at its September 20, 1994 meeting, continued its consideration of
the public nuisance abatement case for the property at 533 Valido Road to tonight's
meeting in view of the fact that the property owner's attorney, Jennifer Peters, had
withdrawn from representation of Ms. Card.
. BACKGROUND:
The property is developed with a .two-story house and an attached garage.
According to the permits on file the house and the garage were built in 1948, and
since that date the only improvement made was the addition of a screened patio to
the rear of the home. At some time in the past the screened patio was permanently
enclosed without permits.
The following is a chronology relative to the subject nuisance abatement:
On March 29, 1994, numerous building, fire, and health violations w re noted
during a site inspection of the property.
On April 19, 1994, the Notice of Public Hearing and Order to Abate setting forth the
date for public hearing on May 3, 1994, was faxed to California Federal Savings s and
Loan (the company who holds title on the property). In addition, copies were
mailed to both parties i.e., the property owner, Mary Card, and California Federal
Savings and Loan.
On April 20, 1994, the Notice of Public Hearing and Order to Abate setting forth the
date for public hearing on May 3, 1994, was hand delivered to the property owner,
Mary Card.
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Relocate items around the perimeter of each room and place them in th
middle to allow Ms. Peter's contractor to maneuver through each room to
properly assess the damage and determine what repairs are necessary.
The letter also reminded Ms. Peters that the contractor's report was due on August
12, 1994.
On August 16, 1994, a City staff report was presented to the City Council regarding
the status of the property. At that time the City Council was advised that the
contractor's report had not been submitted. At this hearing, Ms. Peters advised the
City Council that she would have the report to the City no later than August 26,
1994. The City Council continued its consideration of this matter for 30 days
(September 20, 1994).
On August 18, 1994, a follow-up letter was sent to Ms. Peters advising her of the City
Council's 30-day continuance, and that the contractor's report and a "work
completion schedule" were due on or before August 26, 1994.
On September 20,.1994, the City Council continued its consideration of this matter to
tonight's meeting.
A petition signed by 25 neighbors was submitted to the City Council at its September
20, 1994 meeting, requesting that the City Council take some affirmative action to
abate this nuisance.
Notice has been provided to Ms. Card advising her of tonight's meeting i.e., on
September 22, 1994, a letter (copy attached) was mailed to the subject addsiess were
Ms. Card continues to pickup her mail, and a copy was posted on the property. The
letter recommends that either she or someone on her behalf attend the October 4th
meeting. The City Attorney has confirmed that Ms. Card has notice of the public
hearing.
CONTRACTOR'S REPORT:
On September 12, 1994, Robin Thom Construction, was hired by the City to inspect
the property and prepare an assessment on the condition of the house. Prior to this.
the .City conducted an initial inspection of the dwelling. The following is a brief
summary of the damage and code problems:
• The wood shingle roof is a complete loss; in the westerly bedroom, there is a
large hole open to the sky and the remainder of the roof is badly damag 9d. The
entire roof will need to be replaced.
• Water damage is visible in almost every room; the second floor structure could
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room or this portion of the structure removed.
• There appears to be structural damage to the fireplace.
• A structural engineer should be hired because of the problems with the roof and
interior due to water leaking into,the structure over a number of years.
After the inspection_of the property (see attached report, Exhibit A), the ntractor
estimated the minimum scope of work needed to restore the property would cost
$80,000.00 to$100,000.00.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER'S REPORT:
Based upon the above recommendation staff had the house inspected on September
27, 1994, by Jose Melad, a structural engineer, and John Cheng, Building Official for
the City of Burbank and a structural engineer. Both parties determined that the
house is structurally sound; but not habitable due to its disrepair, as described in the
May 17, 1994 staff report which list the current Housing Code, Fire lode and
property maintenance problems.
VIOLATIONS:
All of the Housing Code, Fire Code, and property maintenance violations set forth
in the attached report of May 17, 1994 to the City Council, incorporated as part of this
report, still exist and apply to the property.
HEARING PROCEDURE:
1. Open the public hearing
2. Staff report
3. Staff witnesses
4 Other persons
5. Property owner or representative
6. City rebuttal
7. Close public hearing
8. Council discussion, questions, decision and direction (see below)
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Mary Card
533 Valido
Arcadia, CA 91007
SUBJECT: 533 Valido
Dear Ms. Card:
The City Council at its meeting of September 20, 1994, continued the public
hearing for the property at 533 Valido to its October 4th meeting.
I strongly recommend that either you or someone on your behalf attend the
October 4th meeting to represent you. The meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia.
If you have any questions, please contact me at (818) 574-5423.
Sincerely,
COMMUNITY DEVELOP ENT DEPARTMENT
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Community Development Administrator
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Re: 533 Valido Road, Arcadia
Dear Mr. Kelly:
Per your request, an investigation to review and evaluate the -
structural integrity of the referenced property was conducted on
September 27 , 1994 .
Description of Structure:
The building is a two-story, wood framed single family dwelling
with a two-car attached garage. The roof is a conventional framing
system with wood shingle roofing. The exterior finish materlials
consist of stucco and wood siding. The interior finish materials
-consist of plaster.
Investiaation:
The investigation was a visual examination of the building. The
primary purpose of the investigation was to determine if the
building is structurally safe to occupy.
Findinaa:
The building is in need of a new roof. There are holes in the roof
and the flooring under the roof holes have buckled due to water
damage.
The exterior of the building is in need of new paint as the
existing paint is peeling off. Certain areas of the ceiling
experienced water damage and have buckled.
However, the building appears to be in plumb. There is no apparent
over stressing of any load carrying members; neither the beam nor
the column.
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Arcadia
240 i \Kest Huntington Drive
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RE: 1-louse Inspection
533 Valid° Road
Arcadia. Ca. 91066
General ON e :
Residential property. approuimatel■ 1600 square feet. two story. \\oud sided. The house is Over
40 years old. The landscape in the front yard is hull and mature. The driveway is on the lell
side(south side) of the property entering from the street. it continues to the rear of the property to
reach the garage. The garage is attached to the house. The rear yard landscape of the property is
roll and mature.
General Comments:
The house has numerous problems that I was able to visibly inspect. However. it shoal be
noted that destructive examination w ould be adh iced. Furthermore. a structural engineer should be
hired because of the nature of the problems w ith the roof and interior due to water leaking into the
structure. This problem is visible in almost every room of the house. The second floor structure
could ha\e some \env serious problems that can not be seen. The general condition of the plaster
will require the entire second floor plaster walls and ceiling to be removed.
The plumbing w ill hay e to be studied and replaced in various rooms. The heating system is in
need of replacement. The electrical w iring v ill need to be replaced due to the rat infestation. I
would suspect that the w inn has been eaten through in various places. N lost of the door and
window s in the house are either w ori:ung poorly or not at all. These will need to be replaced or
r.:paired.
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General Observations: . •
The general condition upon ■isual inspection of the property on 9 12 94 is as tollows.
Exterior •
1. Landscape is in geiterall■ fair to good condition. The lawn needs eater. The trees and
bushes are in need of some attention,
2. The driveway ate is broken. There are rhreei.31 layers of asphalt. The asphalt driveway is
in need to being reino ed and replaced. the rear asphalt driveway entrance to the garage is
also in need to being removed and replaced.
3. Roof is wood shingle. It is a complete loss. The entire roof requires replacement.
4, Rout Clutters are rush" and in some areas rusted through.
5. Wood siding is extremely weathered. the.paint is separated and will require complete
removal to get to the substrate and provide a proper bond to the wood. Sandblasting is
:suggested. [he siding is also in contact with the earth and dryrot is present. The soil will
have to be lowered and the siding removed that is dry rotted. Termites have been
exterminated home‘er. the result of their work needs to he replaced.
6. The Entry way concrete pavers need to be reset. They present a problem of safety to people
entering and leaving the property.
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Elm\ 6'x 6.x •
1. Remove and replace Front Door.
2. Remove and.replace \•inyl"Flooring.
3. Repaint Front Door(2 sides) and the walls and ceiling.
4. Repaint the base boards.
inJ Room Dining Room 20' x 14' 3•
1. R&R Carpet.
2. R&Reset light fixtures.
3. Rework all windows and doors( inoperable ).
4. Paint all walls and ceiling.
5. Paint crown molding. and base.
b. Check Fireplace appears that some damage is present. May be unsafe.
7. Remove contents ( heavy ).
8. R&R wall paper water damaged.
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Stair to 2nd tlLol' 20.x 4.x \dries.
1. RJR Carpet.
2. Paint Walls. Ceiling Base.
Hall 8'\ 4'\ 8'
1 Renw\e all welling plaster. repair and replaster.
2. Structural Engineer needs to re%It\\ ZVstl11J training to determine extent of structural
problem with dry rotted lumber and termite infected framing members.
3. R&R Carpet.
4. R&R Doors.
5. Paint Wall. Ceiling. and Base.
Bedroonllrl il) \ 12'\ . U x 6
1.Relnowe all ceiling plaster.•repair and replaster atter =.2 review.
2. Structural Engineer needs to re\ie\\ existing framing to determine extent of structural
problem with dry rotted lumber and termite infected framing members.
3. R&R Wood Flooring.
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R&R Doors.
5. Paint \\'all. Ceiling. and Bass;.
6. R&R Windows
Bath 8'\ 6'x varies.
1. R&R Vinyl Floor.
2. R&R Plaster Ceiling due to water problems.
3 R&R Wall Paper.
4. Structural Problem noted in ceiling. Inspection needed.
Bedruoln(I) 10•x 12'x. 8'. 4'x 6'x 8'
1.Remove all ceiling plaster. repair and replaster after =2 review.
2. Structural Engineer needs to review existing framing to determine extent of structural
problem with dr. rotted lumber and termite infected framing members.
3. RJR Wood Flooring.
4. R&R Doors.
5. Paint Walk Ceiling. and Base.
6. R&R Windows
If \uu lla\e an■ question regarding this report. Please call Inc.
• Thank You
Robin Thom
September 16 , 1994
PETITION TO THE ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
THE ARCADIA CITIZENS IDENTIFIED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES
URGENTLY REQUEST THAT THE ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL TAKE IMMEDIATE
ACTION TO CAUSE THE REPAIR OR DEMOLITION OF THE RESIDENCE LOCATED
AT 533 VALID° ROAD , WHICH HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
AS A PUBLIC' HEALTH AND FIRE HAZARD AS WELL AS A PUBLIC NUISANCE.
IT IS OUR URGENT REQUEST THAT THE PROPERTY OWNER OF 533 VALIDO
ROAD BE REQUIRED TO EITHER REPAIR THE PROPERTY BY COMPLYING WITH
ALL APPLICABLE HEALTH AND FIRE CODES AS WELL AS ALL APPROPRIATE
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY CODES WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY OR
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO REQUIRE THE PROPERTY
BE DEMOLISHED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
September 16 , 1994
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September 20, 1994
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Community Development Administrator
SUBJECT: Report and Recommendation Regarding Public Nuisance Case
at 533 Valido Road (Property Owner: Mrs. Mary Card)
SUMMARY
The City Council at its August 16 meeting continued its consideration of the ublic
nuisance abatement case for the property at 533 Valido Road for 30 days in or er to
allow the property owner, Mrs. Card and/or her attorney, Jennifer Peters, to sLbmit
to the City a report outlining what action and schedule will be proposed to bring the
house and property into City code compliance.
BACKGROUND AND ACTION
On July 12, during a meeting with City staff, Jennifer Peters attorney for Mrs. Card,
agreed to,provide to the City, no later than Friday, August 12, a letter along 'th a
contractor's report outlining what action would be taken to bring the property at 533
Valido Road into compliance. No report was submitted to the City.
On August 16, a City staff report was presented to the City Council regarding e
status of the property. At that time the City Council was advised that a contractor's
report and time scheduled had not been submitted. At this hearing, Ms. Peters
advised the City Council that she would have a report to the City no later than
Friday, August 26. The City Council continued its consideration of this matt for 30
days (September 20).
As of this date, no report has been submitted to the City. On September 1, the
Community Development Department sent a letter to Ms. Peters and Mrs. Card
advising them that a public hearing was scheduled for the September 20 meeting to
determine what action should be taken on 533 Validor Road to abate the nuisaance
and attain code compliance, including the option of demolishing the structure.
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September 20, 1994
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LAW OFFICES OF
JENNIFER C. PETERS
ATTORNEY AT LAW
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September '15, 1994
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Michael Miller, City Attorney 1 ' ' S 1 5 1994
City of Arcardia
240 West Huntington Drive
Arcadia, California 91066-6021
Property Owner: Mary Card
Property address: 533 Valido Road, Arcadia
Dear Mr. Miller:
This letter shall serve to confirm that I have withdrawn as
the attorney for Ms. Mary Card in reference to the above-entitled
property. ' In light of the fact that there is a Public Hearing
scheduled before the City Council on September 20, 1994 , which will
, consider whether the subject property will be demolished, I would
request that this Hearing be continued for thirty ( 30) , days in
order. to allow Ms . Card the opportunity to prepare for the .Hearing
and to seek other counsel .
Very truly ours,
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JENNT R PETERS
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Memorandum
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August 16, 1994
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Community Development Administrator (
SUBJECT: Report and Recommendation Regarding Public Nuisance Case
at 533 Valido Road (Property Owner: Mrs. Mary Card)
SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to bring the City Council up to date on the status of the
public nuisance abatement for the property at 533 Valido Road.
BACKGROUND AND ACTION
On May 17, 1994, the City Council adopted Resolution 5790 declaring the property at
533 Valido Road a public nuisance and ordering the abatement of said nuisances
within.90 days (by August 17, 1994). During May and June Mrs. Card, the pr4erty
owner, made nQ progress in cleaning the house.
On July 12, staff met with Ms. Peters (Mary Card's attorney) in order to initiate a..
course of action to cause clean up or demolition of the structure. It was agreed that
the City would arrange to fumigate and dean-up the property. In addition, M .
Peters agreed to provide to the City, no later than Friday, August 12, a letter and a
contractor's report outlining what action would be taken to bring the property into
compliance.
Exterior clean up was started on July 17 and the house was fumigated on July I 8 and
interior dean-up began on July 22.
After three days of continuous work, little headway was being made in cleaning up
and removing debris, clothing and miscellaneous items from the house. In addition,
progress in cleaning the house was frequently impeded by Mrs. Card's activities on
the site.
The primary purpose of cleaning the house and removing the debris was to provide
Ms. Peters' contractor adequate access to the interior of the house to evaluate the
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May 17, 1994
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Assistant Community Development IP
Director/Planning
Gardner, Fire Chief
Roy Streeter Acting Assistant Community Development Director/
Building (r
SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution 5790 declari-:g a public nuisance and order
to abate for the property located at 533 Valido Road, Arcadia
SUMMARY
This hearing has been scheduled pursuant to Section 1101(b) of the 1991 Uniform
Housing Code, Section 9406 of the Arcadia Municipal Code (A.M.C.), Section 203(a) of
the Uniform Building Code and Section 401 of the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings Code to allow the City Council to determine what action is necessary to
abate the violations set forth in this report which were cited on the property at 533
Valido Road including:
The Notice of Public Hearing and Order to Abate setting forth the date for public
hearing on May 3, was hand delivered to the property owner, Mary Card, on A p ril 20,
and was faxed on April 19 to California Federal Savings and Loan the company who
holds title on the property. In addition, copies were mailed to both parties and
posted on the property.
The hearing was continued from the May 3, 1994 City Council meeting to tonight's
meeting in order to allow the property owner and her attorney an opportunity 'to
review the case.
Because staff was recommending the continuance, a letter indicating staffs
recommendation for continuance was hand delivered to the property owner, Mary
Card on May 2 and faxed to California Federal Savings and Loan. Notices were also
mailed to each of them and the property was posted with the letter of continuance
noting the date for the rescheduled hearing.
Mrs. Card has not been allowed to live,in the house since the property was posed as
unsafe; however, she has been permitted limited access to remove clothing and
other personal items.
Building and Housing Code Violations
Section 8130.1, sub-section 203(a) of the Arcadia Municipal Code reads: "every
building which has any of the conditions or defects hereinafter described shall be
deemed to be dangerous or unsafe." The house is unsafe because of the following:
1. Sub-section 203(a)(1). "Whenever any door, passageway or stairway is so
arranged as to not provide safe and adequate means of exit in case of fire or
panic."
Facts:
Boxes, clothing and miscellaneous articles are obstructing and/or hindering
access throughout they living room, downstairs hallway, rear family room and
stairway and hallways to the second floor bedrooms.
2: Sub-section 203(a)(2). Whenever the walking surface of,any passageway or
stairway is warped, worn or otherwise unsafe as to not provide safe and
adequate means of-exit in case of fire or panic.
Facts:
The stairway to the second floor is cluttered with boxes, magazines, clothing and
miscellaneous items which prohibits safe passage up and down the stairs.
3. Sub-section 203(a)(4). Whenever any portion has been damaged by any cause to
such an extent that the structural strength of stability is less than the minimum
requirements of new buildings with similar purpose.
Facts:
The house was constructed in 1948. According to the City's records, the wood
shingle roof has never been replaced. The roof is dilapidated and there are
several holes in it, exposing the house to the elements for the past few years.
The second floor ceiling in the west bedroom has collapsed as a result of rain
and has warped the second floor in its entirety. Water damage has also caused
considerable fastener damage to the second floor bedroom ceiling and the first
floor kitchen ceiling. These ceilings could collapse because of the fastener
damage!
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May 17, 1994
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In addition, Section 1001.(a) of the 1991 Uniform Housing Code states that "an
building or portion thereof which is determined to be an unsafe building in-
accordance with Section 203 of the Building Code....in which there exists any o the
conditions referenced in this section to an extent that endangers the life, limb,
health, property, safety or welfare of the public or the occupants thereof shall b
deemed and hereby...declared to be substandard buildings". In addition to the above
violations, the following are also violations of the Housing Code:
1. Section 1001.(b)5. Lack of hot and cold running water to plumbing fixtures in a
dwelling unit or lodging house.
Facts:
There is no gas to the house and, therefore, no running hot water to the
plumbing fixtures.
2. Section 1001.(h)2. Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls,
roof, foundations or floors, including broken windows or doors.
Facts: .. .
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Both the exterior walls and the roofs are deteriorated. The exterior wood walls
lack proper weather proofing as a result of peeling and lack of paint; the roof has
deteriorated to such a point that there are holes exposing the structure to he
elements.
3. Section 1001.(k). Hazardous or Unsanitary Premises. The accumulation of
weeds,vegetation,junk, dead organic matters, debris,garbage, offal, rat
harborages, stagnant water, combustible materials and similar materials o
conditions on a premises constitutes a fire, health or safety hazards which shall
be abated in accordance with the procedures specified in Chapter 11 of this Code.
Facts:
The house is unsanitary; as noted above there are dead rats and feces in both the
upstairs and downstairs; rat droppings are throughout the house; debris,
combustible materials and other items are 3 to 4 feet in height throughou the
house.
Fire Code Violations
The structure is in violation of the Uniform Fire Code Sections 2.101(a) and 2.201(b)
referring to unsafe buildings and structures.
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May 17, 1994
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has made an inspection of the property to review the damage and determine what is
covered by her insurance policy.
Mrs. Card qualifies for the City's Home Improvement Program which would allow
up to $10,000 for home improvement.
The cost for demolition of the house could range from $5,000 to $10,000.
Alternatives
The following is a list of alternatives which the City Council may consider:
1. Determine that the property is not a public nuisance and take no further
action.
Pros: No further action is required by the City and there is no fiscal impact on
the City.
Cons: This determination does not resolve the problem. The house cannot be
occupied and the public nuisance still exists.
2. Determine that demolition of the house. is the most appropriate action. The
cost for demolition would be approximately $5,000 to $10,000.
Pros: • Demolition would be much less expensive than repairing the house.
• Demolition would eliminate the property maintenance problem and
any future problems with the property.
Cons: • The property owner would not have a place to live.
3. Allow the property owner to secure the appropriate financing and bring the
property into compliance over a period of time.
Pros: • The City would not be responsible for having the repairs done or
the related costs for the repairs.
• The repairs can be done within a time frame acceptable to the
property owner.
Cons: • The repairs could take a long time because of the property own is
limited funds.
• This alternative does not adequately address elimination of the
property maintenance problems.
• The property owner would not have a place to live until the
necessary repair work is completed.
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May 17, 1994
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In lieu of repairing and, rehabilitating the house, the property owner has the option
to demolish the house.
ACTION
The City Council should open the hearing and receive public input. Based upon the
evidence presented the Council should:
1. Determine that the property is not a public nuisance and take no further
action, or
1. Determine that a public nuisance exists and adopt Resolution 5790, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, declaring a
public nuisance and ordering the rehabilitation and/or demolition of real
property located at 533 Valido Road, Arcadia, California, and authorizin ig the
Director of Finance to collect the cost for abatement, if abatement at City
expense is required, per Sections 203 of the Uniform Building Code and
Sections 9406.8, 9406.5 and 9406.3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code.
Attachments: Resolution 5790
Notice of Public Nuisance and Order to Abate including Exhibi• A
May 9 report from the Fire Department
Photographs of the property
Approved by:
William R. Kelly, Acting City Manager
533 Valido Road
May 17, 1994
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RESOLUTION NO. 5790
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE
AND ORDERING THE REHABILITATION AND/OR
DEMOLITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 533 VALIDO
• ROAD, ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AND AUTHORIZING THE
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO COLLECT THE COST FOR
ABATEMENT, IF ABATEMENT AT CITY EXPENSE IS
REQUIRED, PER SECTIONS 203 OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE AND SECTIONS 9406.8, 9406.5, and 9406.3 OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arcadia, after consideration of
evidence and testimony received at a hearing on this matter on May 3, 1994,
determines that the real property located at 533 Valido Road, Arcadia, California,
exists in a condition which violates various sections of the Arcadia Municipal Code
and Uniform Code as set forth in the attached documents, including the City staff
report dated May 17, 1994, incorporated as part of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, said Council finds that Mary Card is responsible for the
maintenance and condition of the property, which includes the real property and
improvements located at 533 Valido Road, Arcadia, California, more particularly
described as follows:
Lot 29 of tract 12900 as per map recorded in book 262 pages 47 and 48 of map in
the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County
WHEREAS, other than Mary-Card, there appears to be no other persons) in
real or apparent charge and control of said premises; and
WHEREAS, this Council, in accordance with the provisions of the above
referred to code sections, can issue an Order to said responsible parties to either
repair, rehabilitate, demolish or otherwise bring said property into compliance with
the provisions of the applicable codes; and
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SECTION 5. That the Building Official shall keep an account of the cost of
such rehabilitation or demolition and shall render an itemized statement in wr ting
to the City Clerk pursuant to Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9406.3. After the filing
of this statement the City Clerk shall commence assessment procedures pursuant to
Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9406.4 et. seq.
SECTION 6. That the total cost for abating the conditions of the above
premises as confirmed by the City Council, shall constitute a special assessment
against the respective lot or parcel of land to which it relates, and shall be collected
as set forth in Arcadia Municipal Code Sections 9406.5., 9406.3, 9406.6 and/or 946.9.
SECTION 7. That the City Attorney shall obtain whatever Court Order o
warrants are necessary as a prerequisite to abating subject public nuisance on private
property. .
SECTION 8. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this
Resolution and that the Building Official shall cause it to be appropriately poste/3
and served, and shall further cause a copy of the same to be forwarded to the City
Council of the City of Arcadia.
Passes, approved and adopted this 17th day of May, 1994.
Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
City Clerk of the City of Arcadia
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Mary Card
533 Valido Road
Arcadia, CA 91007.
PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, MAY 3, 1994
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF ARCADIA CITY HALL
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE, ARCADIA
NOTICE AND ORDER OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL
TO ABATE,REPAIR, REHABILITATE AND/OR DEMOLISH BUILDINGS
533 VALIDO ROAD,ARCADIA
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 533 Valido Road, Arcadia
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 29 of Tract 12900 as per map recorded in
Book 262, Pages 47 and 48 of Maps, in the Office of the
County Recorder of Los Angeles County.
Notice is hereby given that the dwelling on the aforementioned property is
substandard in accordance with Sections 1101(a) and (b) of the 1991 Uniform
Housing Code,Section 203(a) of the Uniform Building Code as amended by tl.e City,
and Sections 9405.1.,9405.(2), 9405.(3)(a)(1-4), 9405.(11), 9405.(12),9405.(15), 9405.1.(a),
9405.1.(b), 9405.1.(c), 9405.1.(e), and 9406, of the Property Maintenance Code. The
specific violations are set forth in attached Exhibit A .
Pursuant to Section 1101(b) of the 1991 Uniform Housing Code and Section
8130.1(b) of the Arcadia Municipal Code, you are hereby notified that a public
hearing will be held by and before the City Council on Tuesday, May 3, 1994 a 7:30
p.m. in the Council Chambers of Arcadia City Hall, 240. West Huntington Drive,
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Date: April 13, 1994
To: File
From: Julie A. Clift, Code Enforcement Officer
Subject: 533 Valido, Arcadia Ms. Mary B. Card
Any of the following listed conditions on real property are substandard in
accordance with the Arcadia Municipal Code, Sections:
9405.1.: Any condition which is maintained in violation of or in
noncompliance with any regulation of the Arcadia Municipal Code.
9405.(2): Any unsafe building or structure as defined by Section 203 of the
Uniform Building Code. The home is being maintained with rat infestation,
rat carcass', a hole in the ceiling, loose delapidated plaster, faulty ineffective
waterproofing, and weather protection in that the door and windows do not
seal properly, and deteriorated roof coverings.
9405.(3)(a)(1-4): Faulty weather protection, deteriorated, crumbling plaster,
ineffective waterproofing, defective weather protection, and deteriorated roof
coverings. There is a hole in the ceiling/roof in an upstairs bedroom, which
has been open to the elements for some time, causing deteriorated plaster
from the water damage to the inside of the home, all of the windows and
front door do not seal correctly.
9405.(11): Refuse, rubbish, garbage, offal, animal excrement or other waste
material which is not disposed of properly. There was several areas inside.the
home which had feces, there is rat infestation, we found two rat carcass', and
there is clutter in the home in some areas reaching three to four feet in
height.
9405.(12): Lack of maintenance of buildings out of harmony with the
maintenance standards of adjacent properties. The outside of the home is
being maintained with weathered peeling woodwork.
EXHIBIT A - 1
k , , ., April 18, 1994
FROM: William Tarin, Building Inspector
TO: Julie Clift
Arcadia Code Enforcement Officer
SUBJECT: Ms . Mary Card
533 Valdo
Arcadia, California
REFERENCING: A . M . C. Section 8130 . 1 and its amendments to the
1991 Uniform Building Code .
Dear Julie .
This correspondence will describe the building code violations
that exist at 533' Valido and will quote the supporting A.M. C.
sections that apply . .
' As mentioned in A . M. C. section 8130 . 1 sub-section 203(a) :
"EVERY BUILDING WHICH HAS ANY OF THE CONDITIONS OR DEFECTS
HEREINAYME DESCRIBED SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE DANGEROUS OR UNSAFE. "
. SUB-SECTION 203 ( a) ( 1 ) Reads; Quote : "WHENEVER ANY DOOR,
PASSAGEWAY, OR STAIRWAY IS' SO ARRANGED AS TO NOT PROVIDE SAFE AND
ADEQUATE MEANS OF EXIT IN CASE OF FIRE OR PANIC. "
Ms. Card has violate this sub-section by not removing, storing,
or arranging various articles, she has retained these articles
over the past seven. years , in such a manner that one cannot
physically walk through the home without falling or grasping for
support . This arrangement is apparent at the front door interior
entrance , through out the living room, in the down stairs
hallway , the rear- family ruum and at the buttum of the stairway
to the secozLU i luuc bedrooms.
. SUB-SECTION 203( a ) (2 ) . Reads; Quote : "WHENEVER THE WALKING
SURFACE OF ANY PASSAGEWAY OR STAIRWAY IS WARPED, WORN, OR
OTHERWISE UNSAFE AS TO NOT PROVIDE SAFE AND ADEQUATE MEANS OF
EXIT IN CASE OF FIRE OR PANIC. "
The stairway to the second floor is cluttered with various boxes,
magazines , clothing, etc . This does not allow safe passage up or
down the stairs.
SUB-SECTION 203( a ) ( 4 ) . Reads ; Quote : "WHENEVER ANY PORTION HAS
BEEN DAMAGED BY ANY CAUSE TO SUCH AN EXTENT THAT THE STRUCTURAL
STRENGTH OF STABILITY IS LESS THAN THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF
NEW BUILDINGS WITH SIMILAR PURPOSE. "
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May 9, 1994 (818) S74-5100
RE: 533 Valido
SOURCE OF ACTIVITY
On March 29, 1994 at 0957 hours, I was dispatched to 533 Valido to meet with Arcadia Police
and Code Enforcement representatives. .
DESCRIPTION
Upon my arrival at 1018 hours, I observed a two story single family dwelling constructed of
wood siding on the front, sides and rear of the structure. Located to the front of the s&ucture
was an attached two car garage constructed of wood frame and wood sides. The roof of the
structure was constructed of wood shake shingles.
OBSERVATIONS
An exterior examination of the structure found the need for paint and repair to a deteriorating
patio cover to the rear of the structure. The shake shingle roof also showed signs of
deterioration.
I entered the structure with Julie Clift, Code Enforcement. The front door was obstructed,
restricting initial entry to approximately 2 1/2 feet. Once inside, movement was severely limited
due to excessive buildup of rubbish and combustible materials throughout the house. Movement
was possible only in a "single file" manner. The stairway was blocked with boxes and other
combustible materials. Multiple extension cords were being used to run two (2) space heaters
in the front room.
I performed an inspection of the upstairs portion of the structure and found similar conditions
to those downstairs. I also noted the ceiling was badly damaged, to the extent that large holes
extending through the roof had allowed rain and debris to enter the structure. The floors in the
upstairs bedrooms also showed signs of deterioration.
CONCLUSION
This home is a high fire hazard due to improper storage of combustible material. If a structure
fire occurred in this dwelling, it would be unsafe to enter due to the condition of the upstairs
ceiling/roof and bedroom floors.
A medical aid would be nearly impossible to effect due to restricted entrance/exit and hazardous
conditions.
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May 3, 1994
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Assistant Community Development
Director/Planning
SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution 5790 declaring a public nuisance at
533 Valido Road
Yesterday, we received a call from an attorney who has been retained to
represent Mary Card owner of the property at 533 Valido Road. The Attorney
has requested continuance of this hearing to allow her adequate time to
review the case.
The Planning Division is recommending that this hearing be continued to
May 17 to allow Mrs. Card's attorney adequate time to review the files and
explore possible means to assist Mrs. Card in bringing the property into code
compliance.
ACTION
The City Council should move to continue this hearing until the Council's
May 17 meeting.
Approved: "_ -
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William R. Kelly, Acting City Manager