The discovery of contaminated soils will slow down a deal on some Arcadia land slated for redevelopment. Emkay Development Co. was planning to build a Residence Inn on the 11-acre site north of Huntington Drive.
The Arcadia Planning Commission approved the development of a retail shopping center at the corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Duarte Road. The approval was made after determining that such a project would not cause adverse traffic congestion.
Neighbors of Lutheran Church of the Cross, at 66 West Duarte Road, have complained about the placement of a school playground directly behind their property. They say they have found bottles, rocks, oranges, beer cans and shoes in their backyards.