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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
December 9, 2002
Closed Sessions 5:30 P.M.
Public Meeting 6:30 P.M.
Public Hearings begin at 8:00 P.M.
Council Chamber, Pasadena City Hall
100 N. Garfield Avenue, Room 247
5:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSIONS (To be heard at 5:30 p.m., and/or at the conclusion of the meeting)
A. CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING
LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
Name of Case: Julia Galindo v. City of Pasadena, et al.
Case No.: LASC GC028114
B. CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING
LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
Name of Case: Hamilton v. City of Pasadena, et al.
Case No.: LASC GC014770
C. CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING
LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
Name of Case: Nina Scotti v. City of Pasadena Fire Department; City of
Pasadena and DOES 1 through 100, Inclusive
Case No.: LASC BC269081
D. CITY CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiators: Karyn Ezell, Steve Lem
Employee Organization: Pasadena Police Officers Association
6:30 P.M. PUBLIC MEETING
1. ROLL CALL, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND CEREMONIAL MATTERS
2. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - Public comment will
be limited to a total of 20 minutes at the beginning of the meeting and will
continue under Item 12 (below) "Public Comment (continued)". Please limit
comments to 3 minutes each.
3. OLD BUSINESS: None
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
(The Consent Calendar consists of routine items which will be approved by one
motion and one vote unless removed for separate discussion)
A. City Manager
(1) HERMOSA ROAD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT: EXCHANGE OF
PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENTS AT 1155 HERMOSA ROAD
Recommendation of City Manager: Adopt a resolution to:
(1) Approve and accept a Grant of Easement for public utility purposes
at 1155 Hermosa Road and consenting to the recordation thereof; and
(2) Direct the City Manager to execute, on behalf of the City, a
Quitclaim Deed releasing all of the City's right, title, and interest in the
public utility easement at 1155 Hermosa Road acquired in 1938.
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(2) AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH DAVID
EVANS AND ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $320,000 FOR
PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR PARK CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Recommendation of City Manager: Authorize the City Manager to
enter into a contract with David Evans and Associates for project
management services for park capital improvement projects in an
amount not to exceed $320,000 pursuant to Charter Section 1002(F),
contracts for professional or unique services.
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(3) APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSED EASEMENT
DEDICATION FOR STREET PURPOSES ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF
CONVERSE ALLEY BETWEEN OAKLAND AVENUE AND MADISON
AVENUE AT 40 SOUTH OAKLAND AVENUE
Recommendation of City Manager: Adopt a resolution approving and
accepting the proposed easement dedication for street purposes on the
south side of Converse Alley between Oakland Avenue and Madison
Avenue at 40 South Oakland Avenue.
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B. City Clerk
(1) Receive and file claims against the City of Pasadena
Claim No. 9155 Barbara M. Hill $50,000.00+
Claim No. 9156 Andrea Harris Unknown
Claim No. 9157 Donna Henson 2,640.00+
Claim No. 9158 Mi Hee Yang 285.00
Claim No. 9159 Carlos Yanez Alvares 2,500.00
Claim No. 9160 Manuel L. Armenta Unknown
Claim No. 9161 Ram Kumar Subramanyan, MD Unknown
Claim No. 9162 Jose Medrano 1,189.52
Claim No. 9163 Rosa Banuelos Lopez 3,224.00
Claim No. 9164 Gweneth Hourihan 199.34
Claim No. 9165 Ya-Qing Yuan 3,208.14
Claim No. 9166 Selma Blunk 4,800.00
Claim No. 9167 Braxton C. Gregg Unknown
5. REPORTS AND COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL COMMITTEES
A. Economic Development and Technology Committee
B. Finance Committee
(1) APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OLD PASADENA
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF THE
SCHOOLHOUSE, DELACEY AND MARRIOTT GARAGES
Recommendation of City Manager: Authorize the City Manager to
enter into an agreement with the Old Pasadena Management District
(OPMD) authorizing the OPMD to manage the Schoolhouse, Delacey
and Marriott garages (Old Pasadena garages) consistent with the terms
and conditions discussed in the agenda report.
It is also recommended that the City Attorney be directed to
prepare an ordinance amending Title II of the Municipal Code to reflect
that so long as this management agreement is in place, the Old
Pasadena Parking Meter Commission will not have oversight
responsibilities of the Old Pasadena garages.
Recommendation of Old Pasadena Parking Meter Zone Advisory
Commission: The proposal was reviewed by the Old Pasadena Parking
Meter Zone Advisory Commission (Commission) and was unanimously
approved along with the stipulation that the final contract be presented
to the Commission.
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(2) JOURNAL VOUCHER TRANSFER FOR THE PURCHASE OF
CALIFORNIA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
ADMINISTRATION (CAL OSHA) REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT
FOR THE POWER DELIVERY BUSINESS UNIT'S UNDERGROUND
DISTRIBUTION DIVISION
Recommendation of City Manager: Approve a journal voucher
transferring not to exceed $60,000 from the unappropriated Power Fund
fund balance to Account No. 401-8101-843220-0584.
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C. Legislative Policy Committee
D. Municipal Services Committee
(1) AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN CO-SPONSORED WATER
CONSERVATION PROGRAMS WITH THE METROPOLITAN WATER
DISTRICT (MWD); AND AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A
DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES GRANT
Recommendation of City Manager:
(1) Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with the MWD
as needed to implement the following MWD co-sponsored residential
water conservation programs: a) High Efficiency Clothes Washers, and
b) Evapotranspiration Landscape Irrigation Controllers.
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend the existing Ultra Low Flow
Toilet (ULFT) residential water conservation program agreement with
MWD to include the Dual Flush Toilet Program.
(3) Certify that the demand-side water management programs
authorized in Item 1 above are categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Section
21084, in accordance with Title 14 of the California Administrative Code
Sections 15301 and 15304, and hereby authorize the City Manager to
execute, and the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption with the Los
Angeles County Clerk.
(4) Adopt a resolution to: a) authorize PWP to submit a grant
application to the Department of Water Resources (DWR) for the direct
installation of zero consumption urinals at PWP commercial customer
sites; b) authorize PWP to accept approved grant application funds; c)
designate PWP's General Manager as the authorized representative to
sign a funding contract with DWR; and d) designate PWP's General
Manager to approve Partial Payment Estimates.
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(2) AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE
AYZENBERG GROUP TO PROVIDE ADVERTISING SERVICES FOR
PASADENA WATER AND POWER
Recommendation of City Manager: Authorize the General Manager of
Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) to enter into a contract with the
Ayzenberg Group to provide creative design, copy development and
advisory services in an amount not to exceed $130,000 for a period of
six months with an option to extend the contract for one additional year.
Competitive bidding is not required pursuant to City Charter Section
1002(F), contracts for professional or unique services.
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E. Public Safety Committee
F. Reports from Representatives
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 8:00 P.M.
A. PUBLIC HEARING: COST RECOVERY FOR DEMOLITION OF 1809
NORTH LOS ROBLES - UNSAFE STRUCTURE
Recommendation of City Manager: It is recommended that the City Council
continue the above hearing to January 6, 2003, 8:00 p.m.
B. PUBLIC HEARING: ADJUSTMENT OF RESIDENTIAL IMPACT FEES
Recommendation of City Manager: It is recommended that the City Council
continue the above public hearing to December 16, 2002, 8:00 p.m.
C. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF PORTIONS OF
MADELINE DRIVE (WEST), ZONE CHANGE AND AMENDMENT TO THE
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION OF A PARCEL (235
MADELINE DRIVE) AND WESTRIDGE SCHOOL MASTER
DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT (MDPA), 324 MADELINE DRIVE
Recommendation of City Manager: It is recommended that following a
public hearing, the City Council:
(1) Approve the Initial Environmental Study and Negative Declaration
(Attachment 4 of the agenda report);
(2) Approve the De Minimis Impact Finding on the State Fish and Game
(Attachment 5 of the agenda report);
(3) Find that the proposed vacation of Madeline Drive from approximately
250 feet east of Orange Grove Boulevard to the east end of the cul-de-sac is
consistent with the 1994 Comprehensive General Plan Mobility Element
("Plan"), as Madeline Drive is not a through street nor is it a designated
mobility corridor, and the vacation of this segment is consistent with the
Improved Pedestrian Environment measures K and M of the Plan, which
includes the expansion of open space and pedestrian facilities and the
improvement of child-pedestrian safety, respectively;
(4) Adopt a Resolution of Vacation (Attachment 2 of the agenda report) of
portions of Madeline Drive (west) from approximately 250 feet east of Orange
Grove Boulevard to the east end of the cul-de-sac and in accordance with the
requirements and recommendations of the Public Works Department;
(5) Authorize the City Manager to execute a Condition Satisfaction Contract
between the City and the applicant (re: Street Vacation);
(6) Find that the proposed zone change from RS-4 (0-4 units per acre) to
PS (Public, Semi-Public) and amendment to the General Plan land use
designation from Low Density Residential, 0-6 units per acre, to Institutional
from the parcel located at 235 Madeline Drive are consistent with the goals,
objectives and policies of the General Plan and the purposes of Chapter
17.40 (PS, Public, Semi-Public District) of the Zoning Code;
(7) Approve the proposed amendment to the General Plan land use
designation from Low Density Residential (0-6 units per acre) to Institutional
for the parcel located at 235 Madeline Drive, and approve the proposed zone
change from RS-4 (Single-Family Residential, 0-4 units per acre), to PS
(Public, Semi-Public);
(8) Make the findings pursuant to Section 17.98.040 of the Zoning Code as
herein contained in the agenda report, and approve the Amendment to the
Westridge School for Girls Master Development Plan (MDPA2) (Exhibit B of
Attachment 3 of the agenda report);
(9) Adopt a resolution (Attachment 3 of the agenda report) approving the
Westridge School Master Development Plan Amendment, including the
amendment to the General Plan land use designation of the parcel at 235
Madeline Drive;
(10) Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance amending the official
zoning map of the City of Pasadena established by Section 17.080.040 of the
Pasadena Municipal Code for the parcel at 235 Madeline Drive, from RS-4
(Single-Family Residential, 0-4 units per acre) to PS (Public, Semi-Public);
and
(11) Direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Determination (Attachment 6 of
the agenda report) in accordance with Section 15075 of the State of
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines with the Los Angeles
County Recorder.
Recommendation of Planning Commission: On September 25 and
October 9, 2002, the Planning Commission reviewed and recommended
approval of the proposed amendment to the Master Development Plan
(MDP), including the proposed vacation of portions of Madeline Drive, and
the proposed zone change and amendment to the General Plan, and other
components of the MDP. The Commission recommended modification of
condition of approval No. 14 allowing for a fence or wall height of "up to 7
feet" between the Pitcaim House and the abutting property to the east (267
W. State Street). This condition has been included in the MDP amendment.
Recommendation of Design Commission: On September 23, 2002, the
Design Commission reviewed and provided advisory comments supporting
the proposed MDP amendment. Staff forwarded the Design Commission's
comments to the Planning Commission.
Recommendation of Cultural Heritage Commission: On September 3,
2002, the Cultural Heritage Commission reviewed and recommended
approval of the MDP amendment. At the same meeting, the Commission
reviewed and approved with the condition the proposed removal of a
residence at 235 Madeline Drive. The condition of approval has been
included in the MDP amendment.
Recommendation of Transportation Advisory Commission: On
November 12, 2002, the Transportation Advisory Commission reviewed the
recommended approval of the vacation of portions of Madeline (west)
according to staff's recommendation.
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D. PUBLIC HEARING: APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR
THE ACQUISITION IN EMINENT DOMAIN OF TEMPORARY TIE-BACK
EASEMENTS ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE PUBLIC
RIGHT OF WAY, UNDER THE NORTH SIDE OF COLORADO
BOULEVARD, AND UNDER THE WEST SIDE OF LOS ROBLES AVENUE,
IN THE CITY OF PASADENA, IN CONNECTION WITH THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE WESTERN ASSET PLAZA PROJECT, AND ALL
USES NECESSARY AND CONVENIENT THERETO
Recommendation of City Manager:
(1) Consider the Resolution of Necessity of the City of Pasadena declaring
certain real property interests necessary for public purposes and authorizing
the acquisition thereof, in connection with the temporary shoring within the
public right of way in connection with the construction of the Western Asset
Plaza Project, and all uses necessary or convenient thereto; and
(2) If the Resolution of Necessity is approved, authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents and authorize the City Attorney's Office and
staff to take all necessary steps to file and prosecute eminent domain
proceedings to acquire the subject property interests.
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E. PUBLIC HEARING: APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR
THE ACQUISITION IN EMINENT DOMAIN OF TEMPORARY TIE-BACK
EASEMENTS ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE PUBLIC
RIGHT OF WAY, UNDER THE NORTH SIDE OF COLORADO
BOULEVARD, AND UNDER THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY BETWEEN
EUCLID AND LOS ROBLES AVENUES, IN THE CITY OF PASADENA, IN
CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WESTERN ASSET
PLAZA PROJECT, AND ALL USES NECESSARY AND CONVENIENT
THERETO
Recommendation of City Manager:
(1) Consider the Resolution of Necessity of the City of Pasadena declaring
certain real property interests necessary for public purposes and authorizing
the acquisition thereof, in connection with the temporary shoring within the
public right of way in connection with the construction of the Western Asset
Plaza Project, and all uses necessary or convenient thereto; and
(2) If the Resolution of Necessity is approved, authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents and authorize the City Attorney's Office and
staff to take all necessary steps to file and prosecute eminent domain
proceedings to acquire the subject property interests.
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F. PUBLIC HEARING: APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR
THE ACQUISITION IN EMINENT DOMAIN OF TEMPORARY TIE-BACK
EASEMENTS ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE PUBLIC
RIGHT OF WAY, UNDER THE NORTH SIDE OF COLORADO
BOULEVARD, AND UNDER THE EAST SIDE OF EUCLID AVENUE, IN
THE CITY OF PASADENA, IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE WESTERN ASSET PLAZA PROJECT, AND ALL USES
NECESSARY AND CONVENIENT THERETO
Recommendation of City Manager:
(1) Consider the Resolution of Necessity of the City of Pasadena declaring
certain real property interests necessary for public purposes and authorizing
the acquisition thereof, in connection with the temporary shoring within the
public right of way in connection with the construction of the Western Asset
Plaza Project, and all uses necessary or convenient thereto; and
(2) If the Resolution of Necessity is approved, authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents and authorize the City Attorney's Office and
staff to take all necessary steps to file and prosecute eminent domain
proceedings to acquire the subject property interests.
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7. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENTS
A. City Council
(1) ADVISORY BODY ANNUAL REPORTS AND WORK PLANS
Recommendation of the Mayor: In regard to the annual reports and
work plans received from our advisory boards and commissions, it is
recommended that such reports be referred to an appropriate Council
committee for review and report back to the Council. In cases where the
committee deems it appropriate, the reports for an advisory body could
then be placed on the Council agenda for further consideration.
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(2) APPOINTMENT OF STEPHEN MACALA TO THE HUMAN
RELATIONS COMMISSION (District 7 Nomination)
(3) APPOINTMENT OF JAMES HALFERTY TO THE PASADENA
CENTER OPERATING COMPANY (Mayor/Property Owner Nomination)
(4) APPOINTMENT OF JOANNA FOSTER TO THE CULTURAL
HERITAGE COMMISSION (Banbury Oaks Nomination)
(5) APPOINTMENT OF ANTHONY O'KEEFE TO THE CITY HALL
RESTORATION OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (City Nomination)
(6) APPOINTMENT OF ALLAN R. PORUSH TO THE CITY HALL
RESTORATION OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (City Nomination)
(7) APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM FAY TO THE CITY HALL
RESTORATION OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (City Nomination)
(8) CONSIDERATION OF CALL FOR REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 4061 TO THE CITY COUNCIL, 1190 NORTH FAIR
OAKS, OFF-SITE LIMITED ALCOHOL SALES (BEER AND WINE) AT
HOME FOODS MARKET (Councilmember Holden)
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B. City Manager
(1) ZONING PARKING CREDIT PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS
Recommendation of City Manager:
(1) Adopt a resolution approving the revised boundaries for the Old
Pasadena Development Subfund.
(2) Approve the revised Old Pasadena Zoning Parking Credit Parking
Program Guidelines.
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8. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
A. Approval of the Minutes - September 16, 2002
9. ORDINANCES
A. First Reading:
(1) Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PASADENA AMENDING TITLE 17 (THE ZONING CODE) TO ALLOW
FOR OVERSUBSCRIPTION OF PARKING CREDITS IN THE CD-15
(MEMORIAL PARK) SUBDISTRICT"
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(2) Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PASADENA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY
OF PASADENA ESTABLISHED BY SECTION 17.08.040 OF THE
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE PARCELS ALONG
RAYMOND AND SUMMIT AVENUES, BETWEEN MAPLE AND VILLA
STREETS"
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B. Second Reading:
(1) Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMENDING
CHAPTER 4.08 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE, THE
COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND PURCHASING ORDINANCE, TO
ELIMINATE CONFLICT WITH CONTRACTING GUIDELINES FOR
FEDERALLY OR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS" (Introduced by
Councilmember Streator)
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10. INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11. COMMUNICATIONS: None
12. PUBLIC COMMENT (Continued)
13. CLOSED SESSIONS (Continued, if necessary)
14. ADJOURNMENT
SCHEDULED
COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE (Chair Steve Madison)
Meets
the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Council Conference
Room 240
December 18, 2002 (To be cancelled)
January 1, 2003 (To be cancelled)
January 15, 2003
FINANCE COMMITTEE (Chair Paul Little)
Meets
the second and fourth Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in Finance Department
Conference Room 345
December 9, 2002 (Special meeting at 4:00 p.m., Management Conference Room)
December 16, 2002 (Special meeting at 4:00 p.m., Finance Department Conference Room)
December 23, 2002 (To be cancelled)
January 13, 2003
LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE (Chair Bill Bogaard)
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room 240
January 7, 2003
February 4, 2003
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE (Chair Sidney F. Tyler)
Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in Council Conference
Room 240
December 18, 2002 (To be cancelled)
January 1, 2003 (To be cancelled)
January 15, 2003
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Chair Steve Haderlein)
Meets
the first and third Monday of each month at 4:15 p.m. in the Management
Conference
Room 323
December 16, 2002
January 6, 2003
January
20, 2003 (To be cancelled – Holiday)
FUTURE COUNCIL MEETING DATES
December 16, 2002
December 23, 2002 (To be cancelled)
December 30, 2002 (To be cancelled)
January 6, 2003
January
9, 2003 (Mayor’s State of the City Address,
Caltech Campus, Ramo Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.)
January 13, 2003
January 20, 2003 (To be cancelled - holiday)
January 27, 2003
February 3, 2003
February 10, 2003
February 17, 2003 (To be cancelled - holiday)
February 24, 2003
March 3, 2003
March 10, 2003
March 17, 2003
March 24, 2003
FUTURE PUBLIC HEARINGS:
December
16, 2002, 8:00 p.m. - Continued Public
Hearing: Adjustment of Residential
Impact Fees
January
6, 2002, 8:00 p.m. - Continued Public
Hearing: Cost Recovery for Demolition
of 1809 North Los Robles - Unsafe Structure
January
27, 2003, 7:00 p.m. - Establishment of
the Pasadena Tourism Business
Improvement District and the Proposed Levy of an Assessment Against Businesses
within the Proposed District