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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - February 3, 1992 - CCCITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 1992 - 7:30 P.M. The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above date and time in the Civic Auditorium. Mayor Moses called the meeting to order, and led in the Call to Order salute to the Flag. Councilman Naranjo presented a proclamation for Los Angeles Proc to INVOCATION was given by Chaplain Gilbert Becerril of the Invocation Pathfinders Outreach. Councilman Dangleis presented a proclamation to Sarah Flores Proc to in honor of her many years of services to the City of Azusa. ROLL CALL Mr. Art Morales addressed Council expressing his opinion A. Morales Roll Call PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT Also Present City Attorney Wadden, City Administrator Garcia, Director of Finance Craig, Police Chief Nelson, Community Development Director Bruckner, Community Services Director Guarrera, City Librarian Alaniz, Superintendent of Public Works Pedroza, Electric Superintendent Ramirez, Community Improvement Official Chudyk, Redevelopment Director Steel, City Treasurer Talley, City Clerk Solis, Deputy City Clerk Toscano. l:r:AZMU V1AL Ceremonial Councilman Alexander presented a proclamation for Peter Proc to Thorson to City Attorney Wadden for his many years of Thorson service to the City of Azusa. Councilman Naranjo presented a proclamation for Los Angeles Proc to County District Supervisor Michael Antonovich to Sarah Antonovich Flores for his services to the City of Azusa. Councilman Dangleis presented a proclamation to Sarah Flores Proc to in honor of her many years of services to the City of Azusa. Flores Mr. Art Morales addressed Council expressing his opinion A. Morales regarding the presentation of the proclamations to Mr. comments Antonovich and Mrs. Sarah Flores. Mayor Moses recognized the youth from the group called "The Recognition Staff" who were in attendance at the Council meeting. youth ' PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Pub.Prtc. Messrs. Molino and Cerezo addressed Council regarding the Molino & parking restrictions on Sixth Street between Cerritos and Cerezo Pasadena. They presented and played an audio tape of a comments prior meeting at which Mr. Gilbert Becerril was granted the 6th St parking restrictions on Sixth Street. They stated that Mr. prkg Becerril had provided an inaccurate petition at that meeting restrictions and requested that the matter be reconsidered or that they be granted parking permits. Mr. Louis Zamora addressed Council welcoming Mrs. Flores. L. Zamora He spoke of the recent loss of two members of the group, comments "The Staff", Donnie Ochoa and Louis Najera, and welcomed the youth group to the meeting. He announced that he would not be running for office during this year's election as he was appointed to the Parish Council, but encouraged all past and present City legislatures to unite in striving toward making Azusa a better place to live. Chief of Police Nelson addressed Council recognizing the Chief Nelson youth group "The Staff", reminding them that the reason for comments the tragic accident of Donnie Ochoa and Louis Najera, was caused by too much alcohol. He further encouraged them to limit their use. Messrs. Molino and Cerezo again addressed Council detailing Molino & the events that have taken place since the institution of Cerezo the parking restrictions on Sixth Street. They requested further that the matter be reconsidered due to the controvery it has comments caused. Mr. Cerezo answered questions posed by Councilman Stemrich regarding his alleged repair of numerous vehicles at his home, which he denied. At this time Councilman Stemrich requested a transcript of the conversation. Mr. Gilbert Becerril addressed the Council and the issue G. Becerill stating that too much time has.been wasted on this matter comments and that since the signs are in place the matter should be closed. Councilman Dangleis addressed the issue stating that since Dangleis the item was not agendized, no action would be taken at this comments meeting, but suggested that the Police Department conduct a feasibility study on the possibility of parking permits for residents on Sixth Street. Mr. Roger Dixon addressed Council clarifying statements that R. Dixon he made at the fast meeting in conversation with Councilman comments Alexander. He also discussed the matter as well as remarks made about his property by Mr. Becerril. Chief of Police Nelson addressed Council advising of the Chief Nelson statistics regarding police problems that were in existence comments before the parking restrictions were instituted as well as after. He voiced concerns regarding the tension in the neighborhood and encouraged all to work together to solve the matter. Mr. Louis Quiroz, representative of Azusa American Little L. Quiroz League addressed Council thanking them and all City Staff comments that were involved for the donation towards the American Little League program. He requested further assistance from the Council. Since this was not an agendized item no action was taken. Mr. Joe Steiner addressed Council requesting that they look J. Steiner into the feasibility of a Citizen Police Review Board. comments Councilman Naranjo responded stating that he and the Mayor Naranjo were representatives of the Police Department complaint comments procedure process, which citizens have the right to complain to with regard to the Police Department. He further stated that another option would be the District Attorney's Office. I Mr. Steiner requested that this matter be given some J. Steiner consideration. comments Councilman Dangleis responded suggesting that Mr. Steiner Dangleis submit in written a list of what the proposed review board comments would consist of as well as what responsibilities itwould have and the limit of authority. 02/03/92 PAGE TWO Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Dangleis and Pub Part carried by roll call that public participation not be not be extended. Councilman Alexander abstained. extended The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items 1 through 10 was Cons Cal approved by motion of Councilman Dangleis, seconded by appvd Councilman Naranjo and carried by roll call vote. Stemrich Councilman Stemrich abstained from item G-4. abstn G-4 1. The Minutes of the adjourned regular and regular Min appvd 'meetings of January 20, 1992, were approved as written. Formal bidding procedures were waived 2. Bid opening was held in the City Clerk's Office on Prj LD92-1 January 27, 1992, for Project LD92-1, furnishing and Relay and delivery of Relay and Control Panels for the Control Pnls Substation. Three bids were received. The contract Penguin Engr. was awarded to Penguin Engineering Company, low bidder, PD/Richard in the amount of $158,988.00, and its execution was received. The purchase was awarded to authorized. Hibbard 3. Grant of Easement from Deutsch Realty for the property Chevrolet, low quote, in the amount of at 915-955 West 5th Street, for access to underground Chevrolet electric conduits and conductors which serve the same RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE facilities. The following resolution was adopted: Res'. 92-C15 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #92-C14 ACCEPTING A CERTAIN GRANT OF EASEMENT AND DIRECTING THE Grant of RECORDING THEREOF. Easement 4. Human Resources Action Items were approved as follows: Pers Items EMPLOYEE STEP INCREASE AND PERMANENT STATUS Step inc./ RECOMMENDATIONS perm status 02/03/92 NAME STATUS EFFECTIVE K. Tang Step 3 02/08/92 N. Levy Step 3 01/30/92 M. Orta PermStat/5 02/05/92 L. Hernandez Step 2 01/28/92 R. Gomez Step 4 02/01/92 J. Stanton Step 5 02/05/92 NEW APPOINTMENTS Appointments NAME/CLASSIFICATION EFFECTIVE P. Dennis, Jailer pending PROMOTIONS Promotions NAME/CLASSIFICATION R. Montes, Sr. Tree Trimmer 02/04/92 TERMINATIONS Terminations NAME/CLASSIFICATION EFFECTIVE None ' 5. Formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the Purchase of Azusa Municipal Code for the purchase of two detective two vehicles vehicles in the Azusa Police. Six quotations were PD/Richard received. The purchase was awarded to Richard Hibbard Hibbard Chevrolet, low quote, in the amount of $29,050.14. Chevrolet 6. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, Res'. 92-C15 CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE CANVASS OF THE GENERAL Ordering the MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, Canvass 1992, BE MADE BY THE CITY CLERK. 4/14/92 Elect 02/03/92 PAGE THREE 7. Numerous complaints have been lodged with the Police Three hours discussing rehabilitation options for the property located Department regarding vehicles parking on Leton Avenue parking public nuisance abatement action for some time and the and on the frontage road of the 800 block of Azusa restriction Avenue with "For Sale" signs, which poses a traffic Leton Ave. hazard and/or traffic congestion. Parking signs construction work, the Agency has proposed to participate in limiting parking to three hours between 8 a.m. and 8 Disposition and Development Agreement, the Agency will p.m., holidays excepted, were approved. resell the property to the Chamber for $135,000. The 8. State mandated report concerning disallowance of tax State Report deductions for substandard housing referrals to the received & California Franchise Tax Board was received and filed. filed ' 9. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, Res. 92-C16 Hrg Clsd CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING VOTING PRECINCTS AND POLLING Precincts & PLACES, APPOINTING PRECINCT BOARD MEMBERS AND FIXING Polling Plcs COMPENSATION FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON 4/14/92 Elect TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 1992, CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 91- C181 OF THE CITY COUNCIL. 10. Resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City was adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. 92-C17 ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE warrants FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. SPECIAL CALL ITEMS None Spec Call THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED JOINTLY WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT Convene w/ AGENCY AT 8:20 P.M. CRA CONTINUED JOINT PUBLIC HEARING - on a Disposition and Cont Jnt Development Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce for the Pub Hrg DDA acquisition and rehabilitation of the building at 204 West Chamber of Foothill Boulevard. Commerce The Mayor/Chairman declared the Hearing re -opened. Hrg re -open Redevelopment Director Steel addressed the Hearing stating Redevelopment that the Chamber of Commerce and the Agency have been Director discussing rehabilitation options for the property located Steel at 204 W. Foothill Boulevard. The property has been under a public nuisance abatement action for some time and the Chamber has expressed interest in purchasing the property for their corporate offices. The property is blighted but could be rehabilitated to be a valuable building asset for the City. Because of the Chamber's limited funding for construction work, the Agency has proposed to participate in the financing of the improvements. Under the terms of the Disposition and Development Agreement, the Agency will acquire the property from the current owner for $200,000 and resell the property to the Chamber for $135,000. The $65,000 land write-down will then be used to complete improvements. He listed eleven improvements that will be made by the Chamber and stated that they are obligated to complete the improvements in a timely manner. tr. Art Morales addressed the Council/Agency reminding them A. Morales hat the palm tree is the designated tree for the City and comments that they should be used when re -landscaping new areas. Moved by Councilman/Director Dangleis, seconded by Hrg Clsd Councilman/Director Stemrich and unanimously carried by roll call to close the Hearing. Director Stemrich offered a Resolution entitled: 02/03/92 PAGE FOUR A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT Res 92-R5 AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THE BASIC CONCEPT Appvg Basic DRAWINGS FOR THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUILDING AT 204 WEST Concept FOOTHILL BOULEVARD. Moved by Director Stemrich, seconded by Chairman Moses to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: AYES: DIRECTORS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: DIRECTORS: NONE ABSENT: DIRECTORS: NONE Councilman Stemrich offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res 92-C18 APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT ENTITLED "DISPOSITION AND Appvg DDA DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT" BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT btwn CRA & AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND THE AZUSA CHAMBER OF Chamber COMMERCE, A NON-PROFIT CORPORATION. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Chairman Moses to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Director Stemrich offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT Res 92-R6 AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT Appvg DDA ENTITLED "DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT" AGREEMENT BY AND btwn CRA BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND & Chamber THE AZUSA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, A NON-PROFIT CORPORATION. Moved by Director Stemrich, seconded by Chairman Moses to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: AYES: DIRECTORS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: DIRECTORS: NONE ABSENT: DIRECTORS: NONE THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONTINUED AT 8:49 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 8:52 P.M . THE CITY COUNCIL DID NOT CONVENE AS THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AS NO BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO BE TRANSACTED. THE CITY COUNCIL DID NOT CONVENE AS THE AZUSA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AS NO BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO BE TRANSACTED. 'ORDINANCES/SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS Councilman Dangleis offered an Ordinance entitled: Cncl recess CRA cont. Reconvened No bus IDA No bus APFA Ord./Spec.Res AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Ord 92-08 AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF TITLE 19, ZONING, OF THE AZUSA Guest Hses MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING CHAPTER 19.43 THERETO PERTAINING Oversized TO RESTRICTIONS ON GUEST HOUSES AND OVERSIZED RESIDENCES Residences (CODE AMENDMENT NO. 177) 02/03/92 PAGE FIVE Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo Waive rdg and unanimously carried by roll call to waive further reading. Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Adoption Stemrich to adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote_of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, UPHOLDING THE APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. C-91-14, NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE VARIANCE NO. V-91-10 AND PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN NO. P-91-176 1134-1134 1/2 ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALEXANDER San Gabriel NORTH SAN GABRIEL AVENUE. ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NARANJO, MOSES Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Waive rdg Councilman Dangleis offered a Resolution entitled: further reading. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res 92-C19 AMENDING THE ORDER TO ABATE ISSUED ON DECEMBER 6, 1988 TO Extend Order EXTEND THE TIME FOR ABATEMENT OF A NON -CONFORMING to abate RESIDENTIAL USE ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1440 NORTH SAN 1440 San GABRIEL CANYON ROAD. Gabriel Cyn Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Sched. Items Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution Bottala/Foothill Investment Group on a request to allow passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: higher density residential development in order to legalize AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, Investment ALEXANDER, MOSES GPA -91-3, V-91-9 and P-91-177. NOES: COUNCIL14EMBERS: NONE The Mayor declared the Hearing re -opened. Hrg re -open ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Hrg Cont unanimously carried by roll call to continue the Hearing to Councilman Dangleis offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res 92-C20 UPHOLDING THE APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. C-91-14, Uphold appl VARIANCE NO. V-91-10 AND PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN NO. P-91-176 1134-1134 1/2 WITH SPECIAL ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS REGARDING 1134-1134 1/2 San Gabriel NORTH SAN GABRIEL AVENUE. Avenue Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Waive rdg Alexander and unanimously carried by roll call to waive further reading. Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Alexander to Adoption adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE SCHEDULED ITEMS Sched. Items CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - on appeal of Lawrance Cont Pub Hrg Bottala/Foothill Investment Group on a request to allow Bottala/ higher density residential development in order to legalize Foothill two additional apartment units with reduced garages and open Investment space on the property located at 625 North Cerritos Avenue. Group GPA -91-3, V-91-9 and P-91-177. The Mayor declared the Hearing re -opened. Hrg re -open Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Mayor Moses and Hrg Cont unanimously carried by roll call to continue the Hearing to a later date. PUBLIC HEARING - on appeal by Council of request of Price Pub Hrg Company to operate an international bazaar under the International requirements of a swap meet with reduced vendor floor area Bazaar at 1120 W. Foothill Blvd. C-91-19, V-91-12 and P-91-191. 02/03/92 PAGE SIX The Mayor declared the Hearing open. The City Clerk read Hrg open the affidavit of proof of publication of notice of said hearing published in the Azusa Herald on January 24, 1992 as well as affidavit of proof of posting said property on January 23, 1992. Community Development Director Bruckner addressed the Comm Dev Dir Hearing stating that this item stems from a decision of Bruckner Planning Commission, appealed by Council regarding utilizing comments the old Price Club building for use as an international bazaar under the requirements of an indoor swap meet. The appeal was based upon concerns with parking, impact on other commercial uses, additional revenues, security measures, evacuation plan, and preference for Azusa vendors. Staff discussed items of concern with the applicant who agreed that an admissions fee could be imposed and that some type of preference to Azusa vendors could be addressed through the Owner Participation Agreement with the Redevelopment Agency. The area behind the old Price Club building could be paved for additional parking. He further stated that the impact on businesses would be minimal because the types of retailers or services would be different than the ones occupying space in a retail center. Lengthy discussion regarding the pros and cons of the Discussion proposed bazaar between Council, Staff and the applicants. The pros as presented by the proponents were that there would be no competition to the City businesses and that they would insure disciplined activities. The cons were that this would be impossible to accomplish and it would be an uncoordinated and undisciplined activity. Testimony in favor of the International Bazaar were: Joe Lan of Korn, Wasser and Freiedman Development and David Roberts, Chairman of the International Bazaar Trade Center. Testifying in opposition to the International Bazaar were: Art Morales, Lyle Moritz, Ed Seidner, Ron Legault and Robert Conley. Moved by Councilmember Naranjo, seconded by Councilmember Hrg cont Stemrich and unanimously carried by roll vote to continue the Hearing in order to obtain and review the proposed Owner Participation Agreement. It was consensus of Council to recess for approximately five minutes. TIME OF RECESS: 10:15 P.M. Recess THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT: 10:30 P.M. Reconvened Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Mayor Moses and Item N -2c unanimously carried by roll call that item N -2c be brought brt fwrd forward for discussion and handling. Councilman Stemrich addressed the issue of the proposed work Stemrich center in the City. He stated that a new proposed site has comments been located in the County area adjacent to the Shangri-la night club, which is now closed for ,business. He stated that the zoning seemed to comply to what is needed for the work center. Mrs. Susie Galletta addressed the issue requesting more S. Galletta information regarding the specifics of the center. comments Councilman Stemrich responded stated that a donated trailer, Stemrich donated portable toilets, and a tent with benches inside response will be used at the center and further that the rent will be six hundred dollars per month. He also stated that Mrs. Galletta would supply the volunteers to run the center. 02/03/92 PAGE SEVEN Mrs. Galletta responded that the idea of supplying the S. Galletta volunteers was a suggestion that was made months ago, comments further stating that through study she has found there is a need for professionals to run the center and that if this plan is the only plan being considered, it would be best to table the matter. Discussion was held between the Council and Mrs. Galletta. She expressed her views stating that there is a need for the site to be visible, on a main artery, professionally staffed and well publicized to make the center successful. Councilman Stemrich assured Mrs. Galletta that the work center would proceed as planned with or without her input. Additional discussion was held. Mr. Louis Zamora addressed the issue stating that a successful work center would have a positive effect on the Edgewood Shopping Center but that without one the Shopping Center will continue to deteriorate. He recommended that the City Council invest some money for a adequate work center as well as to upgrade the Edgewood Shopping Center. Discussion L. Zamora comments Mrs. Marlene Osborne addressed the issue expressing her M. Osborne thanks to the Council for locating a work center site and comments suggested that a well qualified administrator be sought to run the center. Mr. Jerry Gomer addressed the issue thanking all who were J. Gomer involved in the work center project, further expressing comments his views stating that the center should be operated by a qualified administrator as well as paid temporary employees. Mr. Orlin Osborne addressed the issue expressing his view in favor of the proposed work center site. Mr. Ron Legault addressed the issue expressing his concerns regarding the City's control of the work center. Mr. Art Morales addressed the issue suggesting that the East San Gabriel Valley Consortium may be utilized in the operation of the center. City Administrator Garcia addressed the issue stating that staff has been seeking many alternatives to the funding of the work center as well as the operation. He stated that five agencies were contacted in efforts to find someone who meets the qualifications to direct the center. Only one individual has met the criteria. Another alternative that is being studied, is that the East San Gabriel Valley Consortium operate the program. Mr. Shawn Salgren addressed the issue expressing his views in favor of the work center as well as the site. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilman Alexander and carried by roll call that staff contact Rent- a -Secretary to employ a director who will be sent to Brea for training, to run the Azusa work center, further, to employ a bilingual Azusa resident as an assistant, for a two month pilot program. Councilmen Dangleis and Naranjo 'dissenting. PUBLIC HEARING - on appeal by Council of request of Azusa Valley Water Company for construction of a 30 foot high, four million gallon water reservoir at 1870 Azusa San Gabriel Canyon Road. C-91-21 and P-91-202. O. Osborne comments R. Legault comments A. Morales comments City Admin response S. Salgren comments Two month program appvd/ Work Center Pub Hrg Azusa Valley Water Co. Reservoir The Mayor declared the Hearing open. The City Clerk read Hrg open the affidavit of proof of publication of notice of said hearing published in the Azusa Herald on January 24, 1992, as well as the proof of posting of said property on January 23, 1992. 02/03/92 PAGE EIGHT Testimony was solicited, but none was received. Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Dangleis and unanimously carried by roll call to close the Hearing. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Mayor Moses and unanimously carried by roll call that the appeal be withdrawn. OTHER BUSINESS/CITY COUNCIL Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Alexander and unanimously carried by roll call that a proclamation be prepared for Amin Gemayel, former president of Lebanon. Testimony solicited Hrg clsd Appeal withdrawn Oth Bus/Cncl Proc for Amin Gemayel Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Alexander and $6000 to unanimously carried by roll call that $6000 be allocated to LACTC the Los Angeles County Transportation Commission. of the gun buy back program. He stated that twenty six Buy back Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Alexander and Business card unanimously carried by roll call to approve business cards former Azusa for former Mayors of the City of Azusa, at their own Mayors expense. Mayor Moses announced that a report on the condition of the Rpt on State State's Water will be at the City Library for review. Water Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilman Naranjo Stricter and unanimously carried by roll call that staff look into provisions the possibility of adding stricter provisions to the Azusa abandoned Municipal Code regarding abandoned asthetically vehicles unpresentable vehicles. COUNCIL CONVENED JOINTLY WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT Chief of Police Nelson addressed Council providing an update Rpt on Gun of the gun buy back program. He stated that twenty six Buy back weapons have been purchased, utilizing $1,075 of drug Program money. There were five shot guns, eleven handguns and ten rifles. Further, fifteen were purchased from Azusa residents, six from Covina, two from Glendora, two from San Gabriel and one from Baldwin Park. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilman Naranjo Proposed and unanimously carried by roll call to instruct the City Urgency Ord Attorney to draft an urgency ordinance issuing a moratorium Moratorium on all R3 and P zoned property to consider the lowering of on R3 & P density of rezoning of the property. Councilman Stemrich zones specified that this will affect all persons who have not received building permits. Mr. Art Morales addressed Council expressing his view A. Morales regarding the building of apartments in the City. comments THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED JOINTLY WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT CRA convened AGENCY AT 11:40 P.M. w/Cncl Councilman/Director Alexander offered a Resolution entitled: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. $92-C21 AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF Closed Sess THE CITY OF AZUSA TO RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION ON FEBRUARY 3, 1992. Moved by Councilman/Director Alexander, seconded by Mayor/Chairman Moses to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council/Agency: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: NONE 02/03/92 PAGE NINE TIME OF RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 11:41 P.M. Recess THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RECONVENED AT Reconvened 12:30 A.M. Moved by Councilman/Director Stemrich, seconded by Adjourn Councilman/Director Alexander and unanimously carried to adjourn. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:31 A.M. NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 92-09 02/03/92 PAGE TEN