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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - December 6, 1976 - CC2631 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 7:30 p.m. The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above time and place. Mayor Solem called the meeting to order. Call to Order Invocation was given by Rev. Richard C. Addison of Invocation First Baptist Church of Azusa. Present at Roll Call: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Roll Call Arkison, Solem ' Also Present: City Attorney Wakefield, City Administra- tor Dangleis, Director of Public Works Wells, Police Chief Elkins, Fire Chief Torrance, Director of Community Services Guarrera, Superintendent of Light & Power Gerharz, Finance Officer Cooney, City Clerk Solis There being no corrections or additions, Minutes of Appvl. Min. November 15, 1976, regular meeting stand approved as 11/15/76 mtg. written. M Mr. Tom Oki, Chairman of the Parks & Recreation Commis- Plaque pres. C4 sion presented a Plaque to Mayor Solem, on behalf of to City from Southern California Municipal Athletic Foundation, for SCMA the City's outstanding sport and recreation program. Q The hour of 7:30 p.m. being the time set for Public Pub. Hrg. on Hearing on consideration of revocation of Conditional CUP Case C-134 Use Permit, and/or the non -conforming use status of Jack -in -the - the Jack-in-the-Box Drive-in restaurant at 330 North Box Citrus Avenue, the Mayor declared the hearing open. City Clerk presented affidavit of proof of publication 'of Notice of this hearing which was published in the Azusa Herald on November 25, 1976; and also affidavit of posting, on November 24, 1976. Planning Commission's recommendation to City Council is that business being conducted at this location be permitted to continue subject to the following.conditions: 1. Operating hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays (Mon- day thru Thursday) 2. There shall at no time be any form of audio or visual disturbances through the speaker system that can be heard beyond the property lines. 3• Block walls shall at all times be kept in good repair. 4. Rear lighting shall be provided and maintained but shall be adjusted and/or shielded so as not to shine on adjacent property. 5. Trees shall be maintained in good condition to preclude hazard or nuisance to adjacent property. ' 6. Any conditions contained herein are in addition to those included in Resolution No. 1081. Mr. Robert Bowers, 2501 W. Garvey Avenue, Alhambra addressed Council, stating his objections to the conditions set by the Planning Commission. He informed Council of remedial actions taken, and further possible steps which could be effected in order to correct the existing problems. He felt that proposed hours set by Planning Commission were unrealistic, and un -workable. 26 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 Page 2 Mr. John Yuhas, District Co-ordinator for Jack-in-the-Box Restaurants addressed Council advising that better commu- nication would be made available with neighbors for any complaints they may have. The following people addressed Council with complaints of noise, vandalism and harrassment over a nine year period, due to Jack-in-the-Box restaurant. Mr. Ron Lohr, 915 E. Hollyvale, Azusa Mr. Carl Wheeler, 913 E. Haltern, Azusa Mrs. Richard Felner, 905 E. Haltern, Azusa Mrs. Audrey Lohr, 915 E. Hollyvale, Azusa After lengthy discussion, it was the concensus of Council that the young age of the majority of workers at Jack-in- the-Box, and the late hours of operation, served as the source for most of the harassment of surrounding neighbors. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve Planning Commission recommendations. M Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: Res.#6480 C\1 Appv.CUP A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA (Jack -in - ADDING CERTAIN CONDITIONS TO THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT the -Box) G7 GRANTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 1081 (Jack -In -The -Box, 330 N. Q Citrus Ave.) Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz the the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None The hour of 7:30 p.m. being the time set for Public Pub.Hrg.on Hearing to consider an amendment to Title 19 of the parking & Zoning Chapter of the Azusa Municipal Code relating or storage of to the parking cr storage of vehicles in certain yards vehicles with - on other than lawfully installed paved surfaces, the in residential Mayor declared the hearing open. zones City Clerk presented affidavit of proof of publication of Notice of this hearing which was published in the Azusa Herald on November 25, 1976. It was the concensus of Council, after extended discus- sion, that the range of limitations and requirements, as set forth by the Planning Commission, wem too broad and all inclusive of many types of vehicles and property areas that were not in question at this time. Council directed Planning Commission to re -study the matter and modify the limitations in accordance with what has been stated to be a problem that required resolution at this time. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to continue this matter to the meeting of December 20, 1976. City Clerk presented request from Mr. Jesse Cornejo, Request to 400 S. Angeleno Avenue to purchase City owned land purchase located east of his property and including the storm City owned drain easement. property AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 Page 3 Director of Public Works presented to Council a map showing subject property. There is a 25 ft. strip of storm drain easement that cuts through the property and would be restricted for building purposes; he advised that all property -in question would be of no use to the City. A communication was received from the Personnel Board recommending step raise for the following employee: Name To Status Effective R. Humphreys Lineman Step 4 12/15/76 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of Personnel Board. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- tion'No. 1325 conditionally approved a Variance request to permit a reduced rear yard of 41, instead of required 25' a reduced side yard of 3', instead of required 51, and lot coverage of 36%. instead of permitted 350, on property located at 529 N. Lemon Avenue (Case No. V-480 Jesus Gutierrez). No action taken by Council. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- tion No. 1326 conditionally approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow the manufacture (precasting) of decora- tive concrete paving and concrete specialties, on property located at 316 S. Irwindale Avenue (Case No. C-134 Anderson Kahman). No action taken by Council. Notice was further given that Planning Commission by Resolution No. 1327 recommended an amendment to the Azusa Municipal Code relating to parking or storage of vehicles on residential lots. Public Hearing held this meeting and hearing to be continued to meeting of December 20, 1976. P.C.Res.#1325 cond.appvd.Var. (Case No.V-480 Jesus Gutierrez) P.C.Res.#1326 cond.appvd.CUP (Case No.0-184 Anderson Kahman) P.C.Res.#1327 amend M.C.re: storage of vehicles Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to refer to staff for an appraisal. Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverage Control ABC Notice of an application for change from On Sale General - Bona 75 .G a - Fide Eating Place to On Sale General - Public Premises, stone St., by Andrea L. Cooper, for premises located at 753 W. (Big John's) Gladstone Street, Big John's. City Attorney noted application declares a change in the use of property, and requires a Conditional Use Permit. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to refer to Planning Commission. C'? C4 Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverage Control ABC Notice of an application for change in partnership dropping 353 E. Foothill partner, Sam S. Pegadiotes, from business located at Blvd.(Spark's Q 353 E. Foothill Blvd., Spark's Drive -In. Drive -In) Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to receive and file. Notice was also received from Alcoholic Beverage Control ABC Notice of an application for change in partnershipdropin 91-93 partner, Eli Townsend from business locateat E. Gladstone St. Gladstone Street, Brownie's. (Brownie's) Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to receive and file. A communication was received from the Personnel Board recommending step raise for the following employee: Name To Status Effective R. Humphreys Lineman Step 4 12/15/76 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of Personnel Board. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- tion'No. 1325 conditionally approved a Variance request to permit a reduced rear yard of 41, instead of required 25' a reduced side yard of 3', instead of required 51, and lot coverage of 36%. instead of permitted 350, on property located at 529 N. Lemon Avenue (Case No. V-480 Jesus Gutierrez). No action taken by Council. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- tion No. 1326 conditionally approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow the manufacture (precasting) of decora- tive concrete paving and concrete specialties, on property located at 316 S. Irwindale Avenue (Case No. C-134 Anderson Kahman). No action taken by Council. Notice was further given that Planning Commission by Resolution No. 1327 recommended an amendment to the Azusa Municipal Code relating to parking or storage of vehicles on residential lots. Public Hearing held this meeting and hearing to be continued to meeting of December 20, 1976. P.C.Res.#1325 cond.appvd.Var. (Case No.V-480 Jesus Gutierrez) P.C.Res.#1326 cond.appvd.CUP (Case No.0-184 Anderson Kahman) P.C.Res.#1327 amend M.C.re: storage of vehicles AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 Page 4 City Attorney presented proposed Resolution granting a Variance to Hing Lee to reconstruct an over -area directory sign of 416 sq. £t. instead of the permitted 300 sq. ft. in the Oak Tree Center, with conditions. Councilman Cruz offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA GRANTING A VARIANCE (Variance Application No. V-475, Hing Lee). 'Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. C?) CV a Q 1 Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem Notice was received from Superintendent of Light & Power of fuel cost adjustment for December, 1976. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to receive and file. City Administrator submitted communication from Director of Public Works advising that the federal government has recently modified its Federal -Aid Urban System throughout the United States. It now becomes necessary to adopt a resolution approving this Federal -Aid Urban System so that we may receive federal highway funds in the future. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THE CITY OF AZUSA PORTION OF THE 1980 FUNCTIONAL USAGE STUDY, THE URBANIZED AREA BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY, AND THE DESIGNATION OF FEDERAL -AID URBAN ROUTES IN SAID CITY. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the.following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None City Administrator submitted communication from Director of Public Works requesting approval of final subdivision map for tract No. 31414, located on the west side of Azusa Avenue, south of Orkney Street. Director of Public Works recommended that City Council adopt the Resolution accepting Tract No. 31414 znd authorize the Mayor to sign and City Clerk attest to the Subdivision and Monumentation Agreements. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION 14AP OF TRACT NO. 31414 ACCEPTING THE DEDICATIONS THEREIN OFFERED, ACCEPTING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTING A SURETY BOND. 269. Res.#6481 grntg.Var. req.(Hinq Lee - Oak Tree Center) Fuel Cost Adj. for Dec., 1976 Res. #6482 re:appvg. Federal -Aid Urban System Res. #6483 appvg.Final Subdivision Map,Tract No -31414 (Azusa Ave. & Orkney) AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 61 1976 Page 5 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None City Administrator presented a claim against the City under Claim vs $500 by Michael Penn for alleged water damage to carpeting City under and vinyl asbestos floor tile, in the amount of $230., on $500 'property at 161 S. Cerritos Avenue, Azusa. Having investi- (denied) gated City Administrator recommended claim be denied. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of City Administrator. City Administrator submitted to Council a Property Improve- ment Program for community development from Security Pacific National Bank. Advantages of this program are more money for loans, bank personnel have more expertise, City may set loan restrictions and bank assumes all responsibility for the loans. C11 After lengthy discussion by Council concerning above M program, it was the concensus of Council this matter be referred to City Administrator Dangleis for consultation A with Urban Futures, Inc., City's consulting agency for Ga expenditure of funds for community development. Director of Public Works requested Council approval for an additional 51% compensation, for Martin Rojas, Public Works Maintenance Tian 1, for acting in a higher capacity. Mr. Rojas has been performing these duties for more than 30 days. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to approve request. Director of Public Works requested Council approval for appointment of Mr. Gearold Truitt, as Building Maintenance Leadman, Range 118.5, Step 1, effective December 13, 1976. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to approve request. Police Chief Elkins submitted notice of resignation of Reserve Police Officer Jeffrey Cantrell, effective November 19, 1976. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to accept resignation. Police Chief Elkins submitted request for leave of absence without pay, for Mrs. Rosemary Boehnke, Police Clerk Dispatcher, effective November 28, 1976, through August 1, 1977; he further requested permission to fill this position on a limited term appointment. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried that both requests be approved. Director of Community Services submitted notice of resignation of Ms. Suzanne L. Morton, Senior Librarian 'in charge of Children's Services, effective December 3, 1976. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to accept resignation. 2717 Property Improvement Program Appvl.incr. for M.Rojas, for acting in a higher capacity Appvl.appmt. Gearold Truitt, B1dg.Maint. Leadman Resig.Res.Pol. Off.Jeffrey Cnntrell,eff. 11/19/76 Appvl.Lv.of Absence,R. Boehnke,& to fill vacancy Resig.Suzanne Morton, Sr. Librarian, eff. 12/3/76 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONIAY, DECEMBER 61 1976 Page 6 Director of Community Services requested approval Appvl.appmt. of appointment of Ms. Barbara Svos, as probationary Senior Ms B.Svos, Librarian in charge of Children's Services, effective Sr.Librarian, December 15, 1976. Ms Svos will be compensated at Range eff.12/15/76 121.5, Step 1. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to approve appointment. City Administrator Dangleis gave a report on the meeting with the five re -sale cities, Anaheim, Riverside, Colton, Banning and Azusa concerning the problems encountered with Edison Company. The City of Riverside is preparing a communication voicing displeasure with the past per- formance of the Federal Power Commission procedures as it relates to, and affects re -sale cities. Councilman Arkison stated he felt this is one of the most important things to happen since he has been on the Council, and felt something good would come from these meetings with other cities. He quoted an article from the Los Angeles Times regarding legislation concerning a regulatory reform bill, which would permit private law Ch suits against various commissions, which included the Cit Federal Power Commission. He questioned if it would be possible for Azusa to initiate such a suit. City Attorney advised it would be possible if the regulatory C reform bill is enacted. Councilman Fry stated the only way to fight Edison Company is to have the smaller cities join together, in order for them to become more competitive in selling services within each City. Rpt.on mtg. with re -sale cities 731 Superintendent of Light & Power requested he be permitted Appvl.Supt. 'to attend the California Municipal Utilities Association L&P attnd.mtg. Board of Governors meeting, to be held in San Francisco in San on Friday, December 10, 1976. Approximate cost will be Francisco $75; funds have been budgeted for this meeting. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve the request. Notice was submitted of the League of California Cities eleventh annual Labor Relations Institute to be held in San Francisco, January 19th through 21st, 1977. City Administrator requested approval for two members of the Personnel Board to attend. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve attendance for Council Members, City Administrator and two members of the Personnel Board to the Labor Relations Institute. City Administrator Dangleis submitted for Council approval the establishment of goals for Community Fire Protection Master Plan, which are as follows: 1. A total community fire protection system which cost-effectively achieves a pre -determined risk loss level and effectively utilizes all avail- able community resources. 2. Reduce the number of emergency fire responses. 3. Reduce civilian injuries and fatalities. 4. Reduce fire fighter injuries and fatalities. 5. Reduce property loss from fire. Councilman Arkison asked vihat the target date was for completion of this project? City Administrator advised it would be completed in June, 1977. Appvl.attndc. at Labor Relations Institute Fire Validation Project AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 Page 7 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to approve goals as set forth by the Fire Validation Project Committee. City Administrator presented proposed change in Personnel Complement of the Consumer Services Division of the Finance Department in accordance with the long- range plan of re -organization in this division as a result of instituting a neva billing system. Finance Officer suggested the reorganization may be ' accomplished by one of two alternatives: 1. Abolish positions strictly by seniority. By this method one Utility Clerk -Cashier position and one Intermediate Utility Clerk position would be abolished. 2. Abolish positions by classification. By this method two Utility Clerk Cashier positions would be abolished. The following persons addressed Council stating why C7 these positions should not be abolished: Joan Stanfield CV and Gwen Miller from the Consumer Service Division, and MKay Clarke member of the Personnel Board. QAfter discussion, it was Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to instruct the City Attorney to prepare necessary Resolution to amend the personnel comple- ment of the Consumer Services Division of the Finance Department, by abolishing one Utility Clerk -Cashier position and one Intermediate Utility Clerk -Cashier position; and further recommended the resolution reflect the reduction of one Police Sergeant position and the addition of one Police Officer position in the Police Department. 27 1 Chng.in psnl. complmt. Consumer Services Division & Police Dept. City Administrator brought before Council financial Azusa Greens information re: possible acquisition of Azusa Greens Golf Golf Course Course, asking if City should proceed with the appraisal of property. After review by Council, it was decided acquisition of this property was out of range at this time. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to receive and file. City Administrator presented comments and recommendations on questions which had been submitted by Council, con- cerning various proposed changes to the Civil Service Rules & Regulations. He felt Rule 13 pertaining to medical examinations, and Rule 16 regarding physical standards to be maintained by employees, need more work before adoption. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz 'and unanimously carried to table this matter to the meeting of February 7, 1977. Fire Chief requested approval for temporary extension of employment for Linda Ruiz not to exceed 60 days. Ms. Ruiz is currently employed under the Barrio Council - O.J.T. Training Program, and is doing microfilming for this department. The Barrio Council representative has informed Fire Chief they would be unable to pay their share of her salary for this requested extension of 60 days. There is money in the Fire Department personnel Proposed revisions to Civil Service Rules & Regs. (Tabled to mtg. of 2/7/77) Appvl.ext.of temp.emplymt. Linda Ruiz, in Fire Dept. 1 M N Lf� x a Q AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1976 account to cover the $900 required to cover Ms Ruiz's salary for this extended time. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to approve request. City Administrator presented Agreement for 1977-78 with County indicating City participation in the Urban Cniznty Housing and CommunitDevelopment Program for 1977-78. The City's share is 376,698 or $404,631 depending on the number of cities who participate and are eligible in Los Angeles County. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried Council approve agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign same. Councilman Arkison brought to Council's attention a letter from Police Chief concerning Officer Russell Brown who assisted the paramedics on November 18th. It is a very complimentary letter and should be referred to the Police Chief and City Administrator for commendation to Officer Brown for work done in line of duty. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to refer above matter to Police Chief and City Administrator. City Administrator reported on the Federal funding for Neighborhood Watch Program. There are no funds avail- able at this time, however, they did offer staff assistance in this matter. City Administrator reported on Freeman's Towing Service 'and the parking of vehicles in alley and on Alameda Avenue. In disucssion with them they advised that within two weeks, they will have offstreet parking for all vehicles. City Administrator advised Council he had contacted Mr. Nasser re: his building at 708 N. Azusa Avenue. His Fire Protection Consultant, Mr. Chan, had brought in a signed contract, showing contractor who will do the rehabilitation of said building. City Clerk read in full a Resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: ' AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem Councilmen: None Councilmen: None Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to Adjourn. Time of Adjournment: 10:58 p.m. � City Clerk Next Resolution ##6485 Next Ordinance ##2028 2,771 Appvl.Agmt. Housing & Community Development Prgm. 1977-78 Commendation to Officer Brown Neighborhood Watch Prgm. Parking on Alameda St. (Freeman's Towing Service) Bldg. at 708 N. Azusa Ave. Res .##6484 Claims & Demands Adjourn