HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - March 7, 1994 - CCCITY OF AZUSA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
1 MARCH 7, 1994 - 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 salute to the Flag. Call to Order
INVOCATION was given by Mr. Hank Bode of Azusa Pacific University. Invocation
Roll Call
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, MADRID, NARANJO,
ALEXANDER, MOSES
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: Also Present
Interim City Attorney Barbosa, City Administrator Garcia, Chief of Police Nelson,
Director of Finance Craig, Community Development Director Bruckner, Utilities
Director Hsu, Director of Community Services Guarrera, City Librarian Maghsoudi,
Redevelopment Director Cervantes, Redevelopment Project Manager Forimos, City
Treasurer Talley, City Clerk Solis, Deputy City Clerk Toscano.
CEREMONIAL. Ceremonial
Councilman Alexander presented a plaque to Mr. Ken Funk for over 5 years of Plaque to K.
volunteer service to the Azusa City Library. Funk
Mayor Moses introduced Mr. Joseph Martinez, representative of Congressman Intro J. Martinez
Matthew Martinez' office to Council and audience.
Mrs. June Hart introduced Miss Azusa and her court to the Council and audience. Miss Azusa &
Court
Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Naranjo and unanimously carried M-4 brt fwrd
by roll call that item M-4, relating to Economic Development Strategic Plan, be Economic Dev.
brought forward for handling at this time. Strategic Plan
Mr. At Shapiro, Chairman of the Economic Development Advisory Committee, A. Shapiro
addressed Council presenting the Economic Development Strategic Plan created by comments
the Economic Development Advisory Committee. He explained how the plan was
developed as well as where strategy issues were explored. He recommended that the
Strategic Plan be adopted by Council, that staff be directed to consider the plan in
upcoming budget process, any future zoning and general plan revisions, and
Redevelopment Agency work programs and that the plan be transmitted to the
Chamber of Commerce and the Azusa Unified School District for appropriate
coordination action. He then introduced Mr. Sandy Segal to present highlights of the
plan.
Mr. Sandy Segal, member of the Economic Development Advisory Committee,
addressed Council advising that the structure of the Plan consists of analysis and
action items based on short and long term plans. He first presented high priority
goals that consisted of improving image of the City through public regulations,
upgrading and calling attention to positive elements such as APU and Citrus College.
He suggested hiring an Economic Development Specialist to target tenants,
developers and investors. He suggested provisions for better quality materials,
customer service training, streamlining permitting process, a look at fees and taxes,
and regaining Highway 39. In regards to retail he suggested revitalization,
improvement of image, working with existing shopping center owners, helping
existing retailers to thrive and expand their businesses, revitalization of key
commercial sites, industrial sites and a specific plan, and appropriate uses, in order
to restore the downtown area. I -Ie further suggested that education in Azusa be
publicized, to work on better literacy programs, and look into resources already in
existence and use. On the subject of housing, he advised encouragement of owner
occupied housing, to support upgrading of existing housing and lastly to look at
attracting non-profit housing organizations to the City.
S. Segal
Presentation
of Plan
After Council comments, it was moved by Councilwoman Madrid, seconded by Economic Dev.
Mayor Moses and carried by roll call to acknowledge completion of the Strategic Strategic Plan
Plan and direct staff to use the Plan as a guide in the budget development and accepted
general planning process. Councilman Alexander dissenting.
PER STAFF REQUEST, THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEARINGS WERE
TAKEN OUT OF THEIR PROPER SEQUENCE AND HANDLED AT THE
BEGINNING OF THE MEETING.
SCHEDULED ITEMS
Sched. Items
PUBLIC HEARING - to adopt Resolution approving appropriation amendments for Pub. Hrg.
fiscal year 1993-94. appro. amnds
The Mayor declared the Hearing open. The City Clerk read the affidavit of proof of Hrg open.
publication of notice of said hearing published in the Azusa Herald on February 24,
1994.
Director of Finance Craig addressed the Hearing stating that the Municipal Code Dir of Fin
calls for any adjustments of budget or revenues of one million dollars more are to be comments
accomplished through a public hearing. He advised that eight months ago the
amount of the grant funds by Los Angeles County to be utilized for the Slauson
Park Pool were not known. The final amount is now known, funds have been
received, the pool is under construction and this Public Hearing is to finalize the
figure for the grant revenue in the amount of $1,583,500.
Mr. Art Morales addressed the Hearing in favor of the Slauson Park Pool. A. Morales
comments
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo and unanimously Hrg clsd
carried by roll call to close the Hearing.
Councilman Dangleis offered a Resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. 94-C40
APPROVING APPROPRIATION AMENDMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1993-94 Bdgt trnfrs
PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.03.050 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE
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Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo to waive further
reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the
Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, MADRID, NARANJO,
ALEXANDER, MOSES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
PUBLIC HEARING - on a request by Ralph Covell to rezone property from FA Pub Hrg
(rural Density Residential) to CF (Community Facilities) and amend General Plan
from R (Rural Density) to CF (Community Facilities) in order to operate
Commercial recreation Use (Paintball Games), on the property located at 2027 North
San Gabriel Canyon Road.
The Mayor declared the Hearing open. The City Clerk read the affidavit of proof of Hrg open
publication of notice of said hearing published in the Azusa Herald on February 24,
1994.
Community Development Director Bruckner addressed the issue stating that the Com Dev Dir
request from Mr. Covell is to conduct a paintball activity which would require a comments
Zone Change and General Plan amendment on two of the three parcels to be utilized
and a Conditional Use Permit to operate the commercial recreational facility on the
property. Some of the concerns raised at the Planning Commission Hearing were
safety and adequacy of the bridge, contamination of water resources, dust, noise, and
mis-directed trespassers on adjoining properties. The Planning Commission
considered the concerns and imposed specific conditions of approval which were: a
third party certification to be submitted to the City Engineer for his review to insure
the bridge has safe passage for utilization of the activity, that directional signs be
installed, that a person be assigned to direct traffic to the Covell property, that the
property be watered down for dust minimization, that the case be reviewed in six
months, and then on an annual basis. Another concern arose which was that an
easement needs to be executed by the City of Pasadena and Mr. Covell. He advised
that Mr. Covell has submitted documents to the City which were: letter from Corp
of Engineer stating that they did issue permits for the bridge in 1983, a letter signed
by a professional engineer stating that the bridge was constructed adequately, a letter
from the Fire Department stating that the bridge is sound for their purposes, a letter
from Foundation Pile, stating that piling of the bridge foundation was installed with
standard specifications, a letter from the City of Pasadena stating that they are ready
to grant the easement, a letter from the City of Pasadena allowing Mr. Covell to
place additional material on the bridal trail easement, an insurance binder issued to
Mr. Covell and naming the City of Pasadena as additionally insured and a renewal.
He advised that Planning Commission based their findings on testimony, as well as
the staff report, and recommended approval.
Mr. Ralph Covell, applicant, addressed the Hearing providing statistics and reasons R. Covell
why the Paint Ball Games activity should be allowed on his property. He cited the comments
positive aspects of the game as well as the various companies and individuals that
play or that could benefit from playing the Paint Ball Game. He advised that one
land use for his property could be a rock quarry, but that he has chosen to have the
harmless game of paint ball. He further advised of the hardship he will encounter if
the sport is not allowed on his property. He further advised of letters he received
addressing various concerns as cited by Community Development Director Bruckner,
and additional letters from various persons in favor of the paint ball activity.
Testimony was received from Jeff Lantman, Deder Sander, Mark Fletcher, Tom
Cardona, and John Henry in favor of the paint ball activity on the Covell property. Testimony
received
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Mrs. Kelly Lakin, neighboring property owner, addressed the Hearing stating her
reasons for opposition to the paint ball activity on the Covell property which were:
the peacefulness of her home, the value of her property, the preservation of nature,
the fear of potential destruction and danger from trespassers. She advised that she
made several complaints to the City during the past eight months, in which she stated
the activity was in illegal operation. She stated that there is dust generation, that
people blocked her easement road, that it was a fire hazard, there is no control over
people that attend the activity. That, since annexation, there is no patrolling of the
area, and that there was no concern for her welfare as well as that of two other
neighbors. She suggested that the activity be placed on another parcel on the
property not so close to her property.
K.Lakin
comments
Ms. Julie Darling, owner of a cabin in the area of the Covell property, addressed the J. Darling
Hearing stating her opposition to the paint ball activity, due to fear for her welfare comments
from the many people who will attend the event, that there was no security in the
area.
Ms. Lorette Kloster, Attorney for Mrs. Lakin, addressed the Hearing stating that the L. Kloster
impact of the surrounding neighborhood, the safety of the bridge, and the premature comments
approval of the negative declaration is inadequate for the purposes. She advised that
the impact of the environment does not address the noise and access to the site, nor
the spring and spreading grounds. She suggested further study of the EIR and that
the request be denied, continued or referred back for the study. She advised that the
parking area for the activity is right at Mrs. Lakin front door and suggested that it
be moved to the other side of the Covell property.
Mr. Ralph Covell re -addressed the Hearing advising that the paint ball activity was R. Covell
in operation approximately sixty -days, not eight months, that the parking lot on the additional
property was installed in 1969, and was approved for the stable and has a conditional comments
use permit, further that the dust problems will be solved by watering down the
property.
Lengthy discussion was held between Councilmembers and Mr. Covell regarding Discussion
parking lot, hours of operation, volume of attendees, number of vehicles, access to
property, possible buffers, the bridge, trespassers, increase in flow of traffic,
location of activity, egress -egress for Mrs. Lakin, moving activity further west,
insurance policy, security guards, and days, times of operation, and specific details
of the conditions of approval adopted by the Planning Commission.
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo and unanimously Hrg clsd
carried by roll call to close the Hearing.
After lengthy additional discussion, it was moved by Councilman Naranjo, seconded Lengthy
by Councilwoman Madrid and unanimously carried by roll call to approve Zone discussion
Change No. Z-93-4, General Plan Amendment No. GPA 93-3, Conditional Use
Permit No. C-93-14 and Precise Plan of Design No. P-93-158, as recommended by
the Planning Commission, further, with the following addendum to the conditions of
approval: 1) authorize temporary signage when necessary, 2) that a uniformed
security guard be placed on the property to protect against trespassers from coming
on to the adjacent properties, 3) that the road be watered down three times a day
during operating hours, 4) that hours of operation be from 8am through 6pm, six
days per week with one night 6pm to lOpm, 5) that signage be installed, warning
hikers that there is a paint ball ranch activity taking place and to direct staff to look
into the possibility of a seasonal operation .
THE CITY COUNCIL
AT: 10:37 P.M.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT: 10:43 P.M.
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Recess
Reconvene
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Pub Part.
Mrs. Camille De Mascio addressed Council regarding "Mobilehome Fairness and C. DeMascio
Rental Assistance Act" (Park Owners Initiative). She advised that the Mobilehome comments
Park owners are proposing an initiative that would eliminate rent control throughout Park Owners
the State of California, that it is fraudulent, and that they are circulating petitions that Initiative
are misleading and will hurt mobilehome owners who are mostly seniors and low
income, further requesting that Council take a stand in opposition to the initiative.
Mr. Art Morales addressed Council regarding jobs for Azusa residents, the need for A. Morales
more information on the EDAC report with regard to the swap meet and in comments
opposition to the Rental Assistance Initiative.
Mr. Romy Pangilinan addressed Council in opposition to the Rental Assistance R. Pangilinan
Initiative. comments
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Alexander and Item N -2a
unanimously carried by roll call that item N -2a, relating to proposed resolution brt fwrd
opposing Rental Assistance Initiative, be brought forward for handling at this time.
Councilman Alexander offered a Resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
OPPOSING THE "RENTAL ASSISTANCE" INITIATIVE.
Moved by Councilman Alexander, seconded by Mayor Moses to waive further
reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the
Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, MADRID, NARANJO,
ALEXANDER, MOSES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Re. 94-C41
Opposing
Rental Assis-
tance Initia-
tive
Mr. Armand Denis addressed Council expressing his concern regarding the U.S. A. Denis
Forestry limiting the use of Crystal Lake and possible closure, he stated that comments
contacting the U.S. Forestry has done no good. He suggested Council take a stand Crystal Lake
in opposition to the limitation and possible closure by contacting legislatures. closure
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Mayor Moses and unanimously carried Ltrs in opposi-
by roll call that the City Administrator draft a letter, to be signed by Mayor Moses, tion to closure
to two Senators, one Congressman, State Offices, County Board of Supervisors, and
the Department of Agriculture, stating opposition to the limiting of the use of Crystal
Lake.
Mr. Barret Wetherby addressed Council expressing his concerns regarding the B. Wetherby
possible closure of Crystal Lake, parking fee funds, Pigeon Ridge, Morris Reservoir, comments
and management of the Canyon.
Mrs. Gladys Newstrom addressed Council protesting taxes in general.
G. Newstrom
Mr. Armando Carmarena addressed Council expressing his opinion stating that the A. Camarena
City has two sets of different standards relating to candidates speaking during Public comments
Participation.
Mr. Jerry Costello addressed Council expressing his opposition to the City J. Costello
contracting for street sweeping and the competitiveness of the business. comments
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Mr. Ron Legault addressed Council thanking all involved in the preparation and R. Legault
attendance of the Mayor's retirement dinner. comments
The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items 1 through 12 was approved by Consent Cal.
motion of Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilwoman Madrid and Appvd, G-7,
unanimously carried by roll call vote, with the exception of item G-7, which was Spec Call
considered under the Special Call portion of the Agenda.
1. The Minutes of the regular meeting of February 22, 1994, were approved as Min appvd.
written.
2. The California Highway Patrol has requested and received a six month
extension of the very successful regional drunk driving enforcement program
called the Valley Agencies Intoxicated Driver Enforcement Program. This
program is funded through a state grant and has had a dramatic effect on drunk
driving in the San Gabriel Valley. The Resolution extending participation was
approved and entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. 94-C35
AUTHORIZING THE AZUSA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO PARTICIPATE DUI/enforcmt/
IN A MULTI -AGENCY DUI ENFORCEMENT/EDUCATION GRANT Education grant
3. The Azusa Police Department has gained legal title to six vehicles that were Sale of 12 City
forfeited through narcotic seizure laws. In addition, there are six City vehicles vehicles/
that have been declared surplus.' To promote the public welfare and in Public Auction
accordance with the provisions of section 2.64.090 of the Azusa Municipal
Code, approval was given for the sale of the twelve vehicles at Public Auction
with proceeds used to support the department that had last use or title to them.
4. The Utility billing computer software system of the City of Azusa Light and Purchase of
Water Department was programmed by the firm of D.J. Roupe and Associates. Source Code/
The City has the opportunity to purchase the source code and a perpetual DJ. Roupe &
license at a significant savings of $30,000 plus tax. The Computer Software Associates
Source Code Agreement was approved and it execution was authorized.
5. Bid opening was held in the City Clerk's Office on February 28, 1994, for the
purchase of a 300 KVA padmount transformer to serve a water well that is
located north of the Azusa Greens Golf Course. Three bids were received and
opened. a fourth bid was received after the specified time and was not opened.
The purchase of the transformer was awarded to Wesco of Anaheim, for a total
delivery price of $6,990.00
6. The Public Works Department is currently negotiating with Caltrans to
relandscape the on/off ramps of the Foothill 210 Fwy., from city limit to city
limit. In order to proceed, the City will be required to submit plans and other
correspondence to Caltrans. It is requested to solicit request for proposals for
professional services, which will include a review of "as built" plans;
development of a plant list, type of irrigation system and any other
requirements in accordance with Caltrans specifications.
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Bid Open
Transformers
Wesco
RFP's/Land-
scape Architec-
ture Svs.
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7. SPECIAL CALL ITEM.
8. The City Treasurer's report as of January 31, 1994, was received and filed.
9. The Police Department has a well established vehicle rotation system for both
black and white police cars and administrative cars. There is a need to replace
1981 Chevrolet Impala administrative car with over 100,000 miles on it. The
car has become unreliable and is no longer cost effective or safe to maintain for
out-of-town trips. Approval was given to purchase a 1994 Ford Crown
Victoria from Prestige Ford, in the amount of $23,345. The funding for the
purchase will be from funds available in the vehicle maintenance account.
10. On January 4, 1994, Council approved California Transit Insurance Pool
(CaITIP), a joint powers insurance authority, as the provider of insurance for
the City's transportation program. Subsequent to Council action, CalTIP
requested that a resolution be adopted authorizing an individual to execute and
deliver the Ca1TIP Joint Powers Agreement providing for the City of Azusa's
membership in a CaITIP, and appointing a Director and Alternate Director to
the CaITIP Board of Directors. The following resolution was adopted,
authorizing the City Administrator to execute and deliver the Joint Powers
Agreement of CaITIP, and appointing Director of Community Services as
Director, and the Transportation Supervisor as the Alternate Director of
CaITIP:
Spec Call
Treas Rpt
Purchase
Chev Impala
PD
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE Res. 94-C36
CALIFORNIA TRANSIT INSURANCE POOL (CALTIP) AND Joint Pwrs Agmt
APPOINTING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE. CaITIP
11. On February 22, 1994, the City Council for the City of Sierra Madre
authorized a contract with the City of Azusa for street sweeping services, as the
result of a low bid award on January 13, 1994. In order to continue regional
marketing, the procurement of a street sweeper is required. Authorization was
given for the execution of a contract for providing street sweeping services to
the City of Sierra Madre; for the Superintendent of Public Works to research
the various bids, quotations and alternatives to identify the most favorable offer
to provide a street sweeper to the City by the specified start date of March 15,
1994; that he enter on behalf of the City, into the necessary contracts and
documents to procure the equipment; and present the result to the Council at
the following meeting for confirmation.
12. Resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City was adopted and
entitled:
Street Sweeping
Svs, City of
Sierra Madre/
Purchase street
sweeper
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE Res. 94-C37
FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. Warrants
Spec Call Items
'Councilwoman Madrid welcomed new employees and congratulated employees who
received step increases, permanent status , promotions, and bade farewell to Congrats to
employee separating from employment with the City. City employees
It was then moved by Councilwoman Madrid, seconded by Councilman Dangleis and
unanimously carried by roll call to approve Human Resources Action Items as
follows:
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7. EMPLOYEE STEP INCREASE AND PERMANENT STATUS Human Res.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Action Items
N. Levy, Sr. Librarian Step 5 02/04/94
D. Morrison, Pol Disp. Step 4 01/22/94
G. Dent, Line Mech. Step 5 02/01/94
R. Stone, Wtr Util Crew Step 2 02/01/94
WAYAKTIALSItU-►
J. Helvey, Office Specialist II -Transit, effective 03/08/94
D. Niedzwiedz, Office Specialist II- Sr. Program, effective 03/08/94
G. DuBois, Street Maintenance Worker II, pending phys. exam
C. Pringle, Street Maintenance Worker IUHI, effective 03/08/94
SEPARATIONS
C. Sampson, Water Utility Supervisor, effective 02/28/94
None.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Convene as
CONVENED AT 11:25 P.M. CRA
THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 11:26 P.M.
Reconvened
THE CITY COUNCIL. DID NOT CONVENE AS THE INDUSTRIAL IDA No Bus.
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AS NO BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO
BE TRANSACTED.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE AZUSA PUBLIC FINANCING Convene as
AUTHORITY CONVENED AT 11:27 P.M. APFA
THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 11:28 P.M. Reconvened
ORDINANCEISPECIAL RESOLUTIONS Ord/Spec Res(m
As a step towards encouraging employees to use sick leave more prudently, thereby
reducing the City costs for overtime, and to assist older employees who will be
retiring, it is requested to amend the contract with the Public Employees System and
the City Council of the City of Azusa.
Councilman Dangleis offered a Resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO Res. 94-C38
CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC Amend Agmt
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE PERS
CITY OF AZUSA.
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Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo to waive further
reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the
Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, MADRID, NARANJO,
ALEXANDER, MOSES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Councilman Dangleis offered an Ordinance entitled
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA 1st Rdg Ord
AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE Amend. Agmt
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND THE BOARD OF w/PERS
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo and unanimously
carried by roll call to waive further reading and introduce the Ordinance.
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Sched Items
PUBLIC HEARING - on an appeal by Wilma Jaramillo and Washington Jaramillo Pub Hrg
for a request to legalize conversion of a guest house into a second dwelling unit with Jaramillo
reduced setbacks and excess lot coverage. Case No. V-93-18 and P-93-161.
The Mayor declared the Hearing open. The City Clerk read the affidavit of proof of Hrg open
publication of notice of said Hearing published in the Azusa Herald on February 24,
1994.
Community Development Director Bruckner addressed the Hearing stating that this is Com Dev Dir
a request to legalize the conversion of a guest house into a second dwelling unit. comments
Further that the applicant also wishes to construct a room addition for the guest
house and a new two -car garage. The resulting construction would intrude into the
required rear and side yard setbacks and exceed the maximum allowable lot
coverage. He advised that the Planning Commission could not make the findings for
approval. He advised that the conversion was first discovered in 1989 after a
complaint was received. After a public nuisance was declared in 1990, the owner
deconverted the structure and was subsequently issued rental certificate for the front
house. The owner later reconverted the guest house back into a second unit and
applied for rental certificates for two units on the property. The reconversion was
discovered after a fire occurred in October 1993. He advised that the property meets
development standards as a guest house but not as a second dwelling unit.
Discussion was held between Councilman Naranjo and staff regarding guest house Discussion
with kitchen versus without kitchen.
Mr. Ceferino Zepeda, representing the applicant, addressed the Hearing advising the C. Zepeda
property was purchased in 1985 and he presented a letter signed by surrounding comments
property owners, stating they see no problem with the conversion, he also presented
pictures of the property to Council for their review. He advised that there was
accessible lot coverage and that they will demolish the carport.
Mrs. Wilma Jaramillo, applicant, addressed the Hearing stating that there was a W. Jaramillo
tenant living in the guest house when she purchased it and that she does not live on comments
the property.
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Mrs. Renella Iezza addressed the Hearing in favor of the appeal. R. Iezza
comments
Discussion was held between Councilmembers and staff regarding the utilities, rental Discussion
housing registration, discovery of the reconversion., ordinance relating to the
requirements of a guest house and the 25 foot setback requirement of a second unit.
Mrs. Jaramillo re -addressed the Hearing stating that she has had many problems with W. Jaramillo
vandals on the property and needed to have the guest house/illegal rental unit comments
occupied.
Moved by Councilman Naranjo, seconded by Councilman Dangleis and unanimously Hrg clsd
carried by roll call to close the Hearing.
After further Council comment, it was moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Motion to
Councilman Alexander to approve the appeal, variance and precise plan to allow the approve
conversion of the guest house into a second dwelling unit. There was "no action" by (no action)
the following vote of the Council:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
ALEXANDER, MOSES
NOES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
DANGLEIS, MADRID
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NARANJO
City Attorney advised that if Council chose not to take an action, the matter would City Atty
be deemed denied. advice
Redevelopment Director Cervantes addressed Council stating that the Community CRA Dir
Development Commission of the County of Los angeles (CDC) has funds available Cervantes
under its HOME Investment Partnership Program for low and very low income comments
household to facilitate the purchase or rehabilitation of single family housing, which
would benefit a portion of the residents needs in Azusa.
Councilwoman Madrid offered a Resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA TO Res. 94-C39
PARTICIPATE WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES HOME PROGRAM. Home Prgm
Moved by Councilwoman Madrid, seconded by Councilman Naranjo to waive further
reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the
Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, MADRID, NARANJO,
ALEXANDER, MOSES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Oth/Bus Cncl
'Moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Alexander and unanimously* America
carried by roll call that the City join in America Supporting Americans Program, for Supporting
letter writing purposes only. Americans
Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo and Proc to
unanimously*carried by roll call that a proclamation be prepared honoring Sgt. Sgt. Glancy
James Glancy of the Azusa Police Department for twenty-five years of service to the
Police Department.
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Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Naranjo to adjourn. Adjourn
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TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:03 A.M.
CITY CLUJ
NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 94-C42
' NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 94-03
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