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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/20/2015 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2015 CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Kovacic called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION - Reverend Jolene Cadenbach, Arcadia Congregational Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —Tom Tait, Public Works Services Director ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Beck, Chandler, Tay, and Kovacic ABSENT: None REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch reported that the City Council met in Special Closed Session meeting to consider the two items listed on the posted agenda under Closed Session, no reportable action was taken. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto stated there was no supplemental agenda information. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Tay, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Chandler to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 1. APPOINTMENTS a. Appointment to the City Council. Recommended Action: Make Appointment; and as applicable swear in new member City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report and announced that this afternoon a letter was received by Dr. Sheng Chang requesting he be considered for appointment to the City Council. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Chandler, seconded by Council Member Beck, and carried on roll call vote to appoint Mickey Segal to fill the unexpired term until April 2016; and that he be sworn into office at this time. AYES: Council Member Chandler, Beck, Tay, and Kovacic NOES: None At 7:08 a.m. Mayor Kovacic called a brief recess to reorganize the seating of the City Council. The City Council resumed at 7:10 p.m. View full version of this City Council meeting 1 10/20/2015 Due to the resignation of Mr. Wuo, Mayor Kovacic announced changes to the Council Member Liaison List as follows: Mayor Pro Tern Chandler- Library Board of Trustees Liaison Council Member Sho Tay - Independent Cities Association Delegate Council Member Beck — Southern California Association of Governments Delegate Mayor Kovacic also announced that there will be no alternates to the L.A. County Division of the League or the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. b. Appointment to the Arcadia Beautiful Commission. Recommended Action: Make Appointment Mayor Kovacic opened nominations to fill a vacancy on the Arcadia Beautiful Commission which expires June 30, 2017. Mayor Pro Tern Chandler nominated Donald Fandry Council Member Beck nominated Robert Miller Council Member Tay nominated Donald Fandry Seeing no other nominations, City Council Members voted as follows: Council Member Beck — Robert Miller Council Member Segal — Donald Fandry Mayor Pro Tern Chandler— Donald Fandry Mayor Kovacic— Donald Fandry Council Member Tay— Donald Fandry By a vote of the City Council, Donald Fandry was appointed to the Arcadia Beautiful Commission to fill an unexpired term which expires June 30, 2017. 2. PUBLIC HEARING a. Ordinance No. 2330 amending Division 4, Chapter 5, Part 5 of Article VII of the Municipal Code regarding Water Efficient Landscaping requirements. Recommended Action: Introduce Community Development Administrator Kasama provided the staff report. Mayor Kovacic opened the public hearing. Arthur Lane, an Arcadia resident, appeared and spoke about large homes where no one is there and the sprinklers go on every day; and asked about penalties for those individuals who violate watering regulations. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Mayor Pro Tem Chandler, seconded by Council Member Segal, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Kovacic declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Chandler, seconded by Council Member Tay, and carried on roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 2330 amending Division 4, Chapter 5, Part 5 of Article VII of the Municipal Code regarding Water Efficient Landscaping requirements. 2 10/20/2015 AYES: Council Member Chandler, Tay, Segal, Beck, and Kovacic NOES: None City Manager Lazzaretto announced that Public Works Services Director Tait advised him that notices and citations have been issued to over 350 properties, and flow restrictors have been installed at a number of properties. PUBLIC COMMENTS Michael Vercillo, a member of the Arcadia Police Civilian Employees Association and resident of Arcadia, appeared and expressed his opposition to the Utility Users Tax measure; he spoke about the impacts to the City and Arcadians if it is passed; and encouraged residents to find out all the facts before voting. Charles Greene, an Arcadia resident, appeared and commented on statements made by Mayor Pro Tern Chandler at the September 15, City Council meeting regarding the Zoning Code initiative saying that the proposed ballot initiative was not clearly written and creating any code or law changes is best left up to the City Council. Richard Midgley, President of the Santa Anita Oaks Homeowners Association, appeared and commended the City Council for filling the City Council seat; he noted that the Zoning Code initiative will be closely watched, and that they are in favor of the Zoning Code initiative, and congratulated Council Member Segal on his appointment. Joe Sira appeared and indicated that misleading and false information is being given out to residents so they will sign the Zoning Code petition and that he did his own research; he encouraged residents to contact a local relator to get correct information regarding property values; and announced that if anyone wants their name removed from the petition because they were given false information, they should contact the City Attorney's office. Britt Cole, representing the Arcadia Fire Fighters Association, appeared and spoke in opposition of the Utility Users Tax initiative and the impacts to the City and citizens if it is passed. Brian Ortiz, a member of the Arcadia Police Officers Association, appeared and spoke in opposition of the Utility Users Tax initiative and the impacts to the City and the citizens if it is passed; he encouraged potential candidates to let the citizens know where they stand on the UUT initiative. Kristi Ortiz, representing the Arcadia Police Civilian Employees Association, appeared and spoke in opposition of the Utility Users Tax; she described some of the impacts to the City and City services and employees it would cause if it was passed and urged voters to vote no on the Utility Users Tax measure. Carolyn Papp, a resident of the Highland Oaks, appeared and spoke about masionization in the Highlands and the loss of trees and landscaping as a result of the big homes being built. Roy McMeen, an Arcadia resident, thanked the City Council for appointing Mickey Segal and congratulated him for mediating the Save the Arcadia Highlands litigation; and asked who set the 5 minute time limit for speakers. John MacDonnell, an Arcadia resident, appeared and spoke in opposition of the Utility Users Tax initiative; he challenged the City Council to get the dispute of development resolved quickly; 3 10/20/2015 he complained about the tactics Save the Arcadia Highlands people are using to get signatures for their petition; he complained about a haunted house on Highland Oaks Drive which he feels is a nuisance and believes that they charge to enter and would like the City Council to look into this matter; and congratulated Council Member Segal on his appointment to the City Council. Erica Bradley, an Arcadia resident and freshman at Arcadia High School, appeared and complained about the Arcadia Police Department calling the Department of Social Services on her mother with false accusations of child abuse. Ya-May Christie, an Arcadia resident and mother of Erica Bradley, appeared and complained about the Arcadia Police Department falsely accusing her as an abusive parent and calling the Department of Child Services on her;she wanted to know why the Arcadia Police Department will not return her call; and asked the Mayor and City Council to look into the matter. Domenico Tallerico, an Arcadia resident, appeared and congratulated Mr. Segal on his appointment to the City Council; he spoke about the burden of taxes to the taxpayers, and asked the City Council to revisit their position on the Utility Users Tax repeal measure; and indicated that he is in favor of the repeal of the Utility Users Tax measure; and cited his source as Investors Business Daily. Brett Matulski, an Arcadia resident, appeared and discussed the Zoning Code initiative and the formulas and calculations used by other cities. Burton Brink, an Arcadia resident, appeared and congratulated Mr. Segal on his appointment to the City Council; he indicated that he understands that money is needed to run the City; he indicated that he was "duped" into signing the Utility Users Tax petition, and apologized to Mr. Ortiz for signing the petition; and indicated that he will be voting no on the Utility User Tax repeal — measure, and urged Arcadia residents to also vote no. April Verlato, an Arcadia resident, appeared and congratulated Mr. Segal on his appointment to the City Council; she indicated that she appreciated Mr. Segal's comments and commitment to a Zoning Code update; she indicated that she would like to see a moratorium on demolition permits being issued; she asked how a historical survey of properties can be done when up to 200 demolition permits were issued in 2014, and that she would like to see those homes still standing when the historical survey is done; she spoke about the number of signatures needed to get the Zoning Code initiative on the ballot, and encouraged people to get involved and get educated. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense[AB 12341) Council Member Segal clarified on the number of signatures required to place the Zoning Code initiative on the ballot made by Ms. Verlato; he responded to misstatements made by Mr. Tallerico regarding taxes and the Utility Users Tax repeal initiative, and indicated that the City does not receive income taxes. Mayor Pro Tem Chandler thanked the Arcadia Elks Lodge for hosting the Annual Fire and Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon. Council Member Tay announced that on October 10, he attended the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball along with City Manager Lazzaretto and City Clerk Glasco; he commented on the Zoning — Code update and explained why it was stopped; and commented on the different setbacks in surrounding cities that were listed in the City's newsletter. 4 10/20/2015 Council Member Beck announced that the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift closed after 82 years, and listed the different organizations that benefitted from the proceeds of the sale of the building; he thanked the board members of the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift for their services to the community and countless hours of volunteering and dedication; he noted that with the addition of Council Member Segal to the City Council that things will take a turn for the better; he spoke about the City Newsletter that Council Member Tay was referencing about residential development; he announced Community outreach meetings on November 4 at Foothills Middle School and November 12 at Holly Avenue School; and acknowledged that there is a problem with development in the City and indicated that he is committed to solving it before the next election. City Clerk Glasco announced various upcoming events in and around the City; and spoke about a marriage ceremony he performed on the previous Saturday. City Manager Lazzaretto announced that a special edition of the City's Newsletter will be mailed out to all residents regarding codes in the City and frequently asked questions including comparisons to other cities of the codes, and announced that this is the first of a public education campaign supported by Mayor Pro Tem Chandler; he announced the community meetings on November 4 at Foothills Middle School and November 12 at Holly Avenue School, and described some of the different information the newsletter provides to the residents; and welcomed Mr. Segal back to the City Council. Mayor Kovacic thanked the staff for the special edition Newsletter; he thanked Arcadia Welfare and Thrift for their contributions to Foothill Unity; he announced the 2015-16 Performing Arts Center season programs; he asked City Manager Lazzaretto to look into the Haunted House in the Highlands that Mr. MacDonnell mentioned during the public comment period. Council Member Segal requested a study session regarding placing a moratorium on demolition permits, and asked two City Council Members for support. Mayor Kovacic and Council Member Beck supported Council Member Segal's request. Mayor Kovacic continued and indicated that on Thursday an announcement will be made when the Gold Line will be running and operational; he announced that the Arcadia Police Department will be conducting a workshop at the Library on October 21 regarding how to stay safe; and he congratulated Council Member Segal on his first grandchild. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Resolution No. 7090 granting an easement to the County of Los Angeles for landscaping purposes in the Peck Road Water Conservation Park. Recommended Action: Adopt b. Resolution No. 7091 initiating an application requesting that the Los Angeles County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) initiate proceedings for reorganization of territorial boundaries between the County of Los Angeles and City of Arcadia at the intersection of Duarte Road and Oak Avenue, and near the intersection of Mayflower Avenue and Standish Street. Recommended Action: Adopt c. Contract with General Pump Company for inspection and rehabilitation of Longden Well 1 in the amount of $107,600. Recommended Action: Approve 5 10/20/2015 d. Contract with Vincor Construction, Inc. for the removal of underground unleaded and diesel fuel tanks at Fire Station 106 in the amount of $91,424.97. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Council Member Tay, seconded by Council Member Segal, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 1.a through 1.d. AYES: Council Member Tay, Segal, Beck, Chandler, and Kovacic NOES: None 2. CITY MANAGER a. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc., for the restart of all portions of the Zoning Code Update Project and instruct Architectural Resources Group, Inc. to proceed with the Historic Resources Survey for all areas of the City. Recommended Action: Approve Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Kruckeberg provided the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Chandler, and carried on roll call vote to approve an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc., in the amount of $54,970, and allocate an additional $20,000 for community information and outreach efforts; and to instruct Architectural Resources Group, Inc. to proceed with the Historic Resources Survey for all areas of the City. AYES: Council Member Segal, Chandler, Beck, Tay, and Kovacic — NOES: None b. Accept the Water and Sewer Rate Cost of Service Study and direct the Public Works Services Department to follow Proposition 218 balloting procedures to establish water and sewer rates, and conduct a Public Hearing at the December 15, 2015 City Council meeting. (Continued from October 6 meeting). Recommended Action: Approve Public Works Services Director Tait provided the staff report. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Chandler, seconded by Council Member Tay, and carried on roll call vote to accept the Water and Sewer Rate Cost of Service Study and direct the Public Works Services Department to follow Proposition 218 balloting procedures to establish water and sewer rates, and to conduct a Public Hearing at the December 15, 2015, City Council meeting. AYES: Council Member Chandler, Tay, Beck, Segal, and Kovacic NOES: None 6 10/20/2015 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Kovacic adjourned this meeting at 9:27 p.m. in memory of former Monrovia Mayor Bob Bartlett to Tuesday, November 3, 2015, 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. or Whty o Arcadia ATTEST: t/ C i-f D" ".�ty City Clerk/ Record Manager 7 10/20/2015