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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - December 19, 1977 - CCAZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 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. Invocation was given by Rev. Frank Herber of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Present at Roll Call: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem ' Also Present: City Attorney Newton, Assistant City Administrator Cooney, Director of Public Works Wells, Superintendent of L?ght & Power Gerharz, Police Chief Elkins, Fire Chief Torrance, Planning Director Fitz- simmons, Director of Community Services Guarrera, City Clerk Solis. Call to Order i Invocation Roll Call There being no additions or corrections Minutes of the Appvl.Min. December 5, 1977, Council Meeting stand approved as written. 12/5/77 The hour of 7:30 p.m. being the time set for a Public Hearing to establish projects and priorities for 1978-79 under the Housing and Community Development Act, the Mayor declared the hearing open. City Clerk presented affidavit of proof of publication of Notice of this hearing published in the Azusa herald on December 1, 1977. Planning Director addressed Council advising that two public hearings are necessary to satisfy funding require- ments for projects and priorities. Assistant City Administrator advised that there are 40 loans 'now in process through the 312 Loan Program, funded under the Community Development Act. He also advised that a staff report will be presented at the Council meeting of January 33 1978, recommending expansion of current project area eligible for the low interest loans, under the 312 Program. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to close the hearing. The hour of 7:30 p.m. being the time set for a Public Hearing on requesta3change of zone on property located at 543 E. Arrow Highway, the Mayor declared the hearing open. City Clerk presented affidavit of proof of publication of Notice of this hearing published in the Azusa Herald on December 1, 1977, and affidavit of posting on December 2, 1977. Roger Hobbs, and Barry Cottle, applicants representatives addressed Council providing information on type of multiple family units planned, if zone change is approved. Councilman Fry requested the City Attorney prepare a report for Council on the feasibility of requiring maintenance bonds for apartments in order to insure proper and contin- uing maintenance of landscaping. After further discussion; it was Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to close the hearing. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call to approve the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission and approve requested change of zone, and direct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary Ordinance. Pub.Hrg.on estab.of prior. under Housing & Comm.Develop. Act 1978-79 Pub.Hrg.on req.zone chng. from C-3 to R -3b (Z-200 Karl Hoertig) AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page,2 The hour of 7:30 p.m. being the time set for a Public Hearing on the Land Use, Open Space and Conservation Elements of the Azusa General Plan as prepared by Urban Futures, Inc., the Mayor declared the hearing open The City Clerk presented affidavit of Proof of Publication of Notice of hearing in the Azusa Herald on December 1, 1977, and affidavit of posting on December 2, 1977. Mike Brokemarkle representing Urban Futures, Inc., addressed Council. He advised Council that with the changes made in the General Plan, by the adoption of above elements, City had now conformed with state law requirements for compliance as a Community Redevelop- ment Agency. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to close the hearing. A proposed Resolution was presented adopting the Land Use Element of the General Plan. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ADOPTING THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF AZUSA. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: A proposed Resolution vation Element and the Plan. Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem None None was presented adopting the Conser- Open Space Element of the General Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ADOPTING THE CONSERVATION ELEMENT .AND THE OPEN SPACE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF AZUSA. 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 The Senior Citizens questionnaire that was developed by the Community Services Department on senior citizens transportation needs was presented to Council by the Assistant City Administrator. After discussion, it was Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to approve questionnaire as presented and authorize its mailing. 1° Pub.Hrg.on Land Use,Open Space & Con- servation Elements of Azusa General Plan Res.#6603 re: Land Use Element Res. #6604 re: Conservation & Open Space Elements Sr.Citizens questionnaire on transpor- tation Councilmen: 'AYES: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: A proposed Resolution vation Element and the Plan. Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem None None was presented adopting the Conser- Open Space Element of the General Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ADOPTING THE CONSERVATION ELEMENT .AND THE OPEN SPACE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF AZUSA. 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 The Senior Citizens questionnaire that was developed by the Community Services Department on senior citizens transportation needs was presented to Council by the Assistant City Administrator. After discussion, it was Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to approve questionnaire as presented and authorize its mailing. 1° Pub.Hrg.on Land Use,Open Space & Con- servation Elements of Azusa General Plan Res.#6603 re: Land Use Element Res. #6604 re: Conservation & Open Space Elements Sr.Citizens questionnaire on transpor- tation I I AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page 3 The City Clerk announced that bids were opened in his Bids on cement office at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 15, 1977, on mortar lining cement mortar lining of existing water mains in the for water lines Nobhill area. Estimated cost for the project is $433000. in Nobhill Area Federal Antirecession funds are available, and may be used. for the rejuvenation of an existing water system. (AmeronI Inc. low bidder) City Clerk read affidavit of proof of publication of notice inviting bids published in the Azusa Herald on December lst and 8th, 1977. Two bids were received as follows: Name Lump Sum Bid Including Additive Alternate Ameron, Inc. Pipe Lining Div. $453570.75 Spiniello Construction Co. 50,460.20 It was recommended by the Director of Public Works that the bid be awarded to Ameron, Inc., in the amount of $43,215.75, excluding additive alternate and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to accept the recommendation of the Director of Public Works and amend the bid to include the additive alternate for repair of water lines from Reservoir No. 3. Mr. Tony Sanchez, representative of Bassett Council of Rpt.on Social Agencies addressed Council re: his organization's refurbishing plan for refurbishing dwellings for senior citizens in dwellings for the area. Following a question and answer period Manuel Sr.Citizens Rubio addressed Council asking that Council take great pains to insure validity of program in order to protect 'the senior citizens. Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to refer this matter to the City Administrator to check with the East San Gabriel Valley Consortium concerning this program, and report to Council with recommendation at next Council meeting. The Azusa Herald requested City sponsor a Christmas Greet- Appvl.purch. ing to all residents of Azusa in the amount of $300. Christmas Greeting ad City Attorney advised that advertisements during this in Az.Herald time of political electioneering should not include photos of incumbent councilmen. Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve purchase of a Christmas greeting ommitting any photos of Council Members, and picture of City Hall complex would be substituted. Councilman Cruz asked Director of Community Services Rpt.on Sr. for status of proposal for Senior Citizens Nutritional Citizens Program. The Director indicated that the proposal is nutritional being prepared now and will be submitted at the desig- program nated time. Councilman Cruz asked the Director of Services to prepare the application within the next two weeks. Mayor Solem asked that the senior 'Community citizen organizations be kept informed on progress of program. City Clerk submitted claim vs City, below the $2,000 Claim vs deductible amount, by Juan Islas, 564 E. Duell Street, City Azusa for alleged damage to property by City workers. Director of Community Services advised that damage has already been taken care of. AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page 4 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call to deny claim, and obtain a signed claim release form from Mr. Islas. City Clerk submitted claim vs City below the $2,000 Claim vs deductible amount, by Pat Feyrer, 423 N. Durrell, Azusa, City for alleged damage to doughboy pool by City workers. Superintendent of Light & Power recommended claim be paid in the amount of $128. Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker 'and unanimously carried by roll call that the claim be paid in the amount of $128. Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverage Control ABC Notice of On Sale Beer & Wine -Eating Place, original application en more for premises at 331 Fenimore Avenue, Azusa, by Jess A. (JB'S) Burnett. (JB'S). Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to refer this notice to the Plan- ning Director as property is within 300t. of a residential area. A communication was received from the Personnel Board Step Raise/ recommending step raise/permanent status for the following Perm.Status employees: Name Planning To Status Effective J. Broderick Pol.Off. Perm.Stat. no incr. 12/21/77 J. Fraijo St.Maint.Ldmn. Perm.Stat. no incr. 12/26/77 D. Fonfara Rec.Supt. Perm.Stat. no incr. 12/27/77 Moved by Councilman Arkison,seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried that recommendation be approved. 4 St. i 'Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolution P.C.Res.#1435 No. 1435 denied a Variance request permitting a reduced denied Var. lot width of 50', instead of required 601, on property (V-549 Federico located at 930 N. Angeleno Avenue. (Case No. V-549 Garcia) Federico Garcia). No action taken by Council. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- P.C.Res.#1436 tion No. 1436 denied a change of zone request from Rlc to denied zone R-2 on property located at 930 N. Angeleno Avenue. (Case req.(Z-202 No. Z-202 Federico Garcia). Hearing set before Council on Federico January 16, 1978. Garcia) Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- P.C.Res.#1437 tion No. 1437 recommended adoption of the Open Space and adopted various Conservation Element, the Land Use Element and the EIR elements, of covering same for the Azusa General Plan update. No Az.Genl.Plan action taken by Council. Notice was alsogiven that the Planning Commission by Resolution No. 1438 denied Tentative Parcel Map No. 10145 (231/235 N. San Gabriel Avenue, Charles Key and John Rayburn. Hearing set before Council on January 16, 1978. City Attorney presented two Ordinances for introductory first reading on physically handicapped parking. In view of the fact that insufficient time was given to study these oridnances, it was Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to continue the matter to the January 3, 1978, meeting. P.C.Res.#1438 denied Tent. Parcel Map No. 10145 (John Rayburn) 1st intro.rda. Ord.re:physinall handicapped prkg. (cont.to 1/3/78 mtg.) An Ordinance was presented for introductory first reading 1st intro.rdg. on requested zone change from R-1 to R -3c on property Ord.on zone located between Dalton and Soldano Avenues, as petitioned chng.(Z-199 by Richard Greene. Richard Greene) AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page 5 Councilman Arkison offered for introducotory first reading the Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA REZONING CERTAIN PREMISES (THE ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. Z-199 Richard Greene). Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. A proposed Resolution was presented amending the City's 'request for an allocation.of County aid to Cities funds for the construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of Irwindale Avenue and First Street. The amendment was for change in amount of money allocated from County from $13,700 to $15,900., this will ratify action taken at the Council meeting on December 5th, that all three agencies should share costs equally for proposed construction of traffic signal. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AMENDING ITS REQUEST FOR AN ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING SYSTEM AT THE INTERSECTION OF IRWINDALE AVENUE AND FIRST STREET. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: 'AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: Cruz ABSENT: Councilmen: None City Treasurer's Financial Statement was submitted showing a balance of $2,757,080.76 as of November 30, 1977. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to receive and file. Assistant City Administrator submitted monthly reports from various Departments. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to receive and file. 1st intro .rdg. Ord.on zone chug. (Z-199 Richard Greene) Res.#6605 re: amending Res. #6585 City Treas. Financial Statement Monthly Rpts. Director of Community Services presented a summary of Designated age findings relative to age requirements for Senior Citizen for Senior programs. It was recommended that designated age required Citizen status for Senior Citizen status be 60. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to approve recommendation. 'Community Services Department has requested waiver of Waiver of required $1.00 bicycle license fee during thegeriod bicycle from December 31, 1977 through January 31, 1978. The license fees followin� scheduled Saturdays will be advertised as special 'Bicycle License Days": December 31st 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Foothill Shopping Center January 7th 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Von's Shopping Center AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page 6 January 14th 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Memorial Park (Bike Rodeo) Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to approve request. Assistant City Administrator submitted claim vs City, Claim vs City below the $2,000 deductible amount, by Mrs. Clara Ranbazzo, 5509 Larkin Drive, Azusa for towing charges when her car was impounded. Police Chief, after investigation, recom- mended claimbe denied. Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that claim be paid in the amount of $28. Assistant City Administrator submitted claim vs City, Claim vs City below the $2,000. deductible amount, by Josie Quinteros, 311 Alameda Avenue, Azusa for alleged damage to property by Police Officer in pursuit of suspect, on July 15, 1977. City Administrator recommended denial as damage to property has been repaired, prior to this meeting. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to deny claim, and obtain a signed claim release form from Mr. Quinteros. Notice was received of the Annual 12th Labor Relations Institute, to be held January 18 - 20, 1978, in San Diego. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call to approve attendance of Council Members, City Administrator, and Assistant City Administrator. Assistant Director of Civil Defense requested Council approval of her attendance at the Industry and Business Emergency Prepardness Agency Seminar, to be held in San Bernardino, January 19 - 20, 1978. Budgeted funds are available. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call to approve request. A Notice of Completion for Project No. 560 for equipping Well No. 7, was presented for Council approval. Director of Public Works recommended Council approve construction of Project No. 560, and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call to approve recommen- dation and also to approve a change order in the amount of $596.94. A Notice of Completion for Project No. 564, construction of the concrete block building for Well No. 7, was presented for Council approval. 'Director of Public Works recommended Council approve construction of Project No. 564, and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of Director of Public Works. Notice was received of the resignation of Jose Angulo, Street Sweeper Operator in Public Works Department, effective December 12, 1977. Appvl.attnd.at Labor Relations Institute, in San Diego Appvl.attnd. Asst.Dir.Civil Defense @seminar in San Bernardin Appvl.Notice of Com letion (Proj.�560) Appvl.Notice of Completion (Prof -#564) Accpt.resig.of Jose Angulo, eff.12/12/77 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1977 Page.7 Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to accept the resignation. A proposed Resolution was presented approving the incor- Res. #66o6 poration of new Well No. 7 and new Reservoir No. 5 into re:additions the City's water system. New state legislation now to City's requires a resolution be adopted before a permit may be Water System obtained to add any new facilities into the City's water system. Q Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPLYING TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR A PERMIT TO ADD TO THE AZUSA WATER SYSTEM RESERVOIR NO. 5 AND WELL NO. 7. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. 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 Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call 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 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker 'and unanimously carried -to adjourn. Time of Adjournment: 9:05 p.m. city er — Next Resolution #6608 Next Ordinance #}2043 Adjourn Y Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: d" AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem x NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Q Notice was received of the appointment of Mr. Daniel Appvl.appmt. Shields as Police Reserve Officer, effective December 20, D.Shields,as 1977, Po1.Res.Off., eff.12/20/77 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried to approve appointment. Cruz brought up the matter of the Fire Depart- Fire Dept. 'Councilman ment Study. It was the consensus of Council to postpone Study any deliberation on this matter until the next Council meeting when Capt. Talbott and the City Administrator will be in attendance. The City Clerk read in full a Resolution authorizing Res. #6607 payment of warrants by the City. Warrants Councilman Cruz 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 Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call 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 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker 'and unanimously carried -to adjourn. Time of Adjournment: 9:05 p.m. city er — Next Resolution #6608 Next Ordinance #}2043 Adjourn Y