Minutes 77-09-12MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
September 12, 1977
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to
order at 6:35 p.m. on Monday, September 12, 1977 in the Cypress
City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California,
Mayor Donald Hudson presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen Lacayo, MacLain, Sonju and Hudson
ABSENT: None
Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager/City Clerk, John
Murphy, City Attorney, and the following City staff members:
Bryant, Davenport, Duke, Hawley, Dalesandro and Powell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Police Chief led the pledge to the
flag.
PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Hudson read and presented a resolution of
commendation to eleven year old Eric Andrade for placing first
in the Long Jump Competition of the Jesse Owens National Track
Meet and for his other outstanding athletic achievements.
Mr. Sam Marckese, president of Cypress Girls' Softball, reported
that the third and fourth grade girls' softball team placed first
in the state finals of the Southern California Municipal Athletic
Association and Federation tournament and the seventh and eighth
grade team placed second. He presented the first place trophy
to the Mayor and introduced members of the winning team. Mr.
Sam Shon~ coach of the seventh and eighth grade team, presented
the Mayor with the second place trophy.
Mayor Hudson read and presented a resolution of commendation to
Mr. Dave Rodriguez commending his efforts in aoDrehending an
armed robbery suspect following a robbery at the Union Oil
service station at 4002 Ball Road on July 19.
The presentation by Mr.
Community Development,
continued.
Robert Trevino, Manager, Housing and
Environmental Management Agency, was
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain and unanimously carried to approve the August 13 and
August 22 minutes. Councilwoman Sonju abstained on the August
22 minutes.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ONE COMPACT STATION WAGON~
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION #7778-05 RP: The City Manager presented
a report from the Finance Officer dated August 31 outlining three
bids received.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain to accept the bid of 'lcCoy ~ord, 1600 W. Lincoln, Anaheim
California, as the lowest res,onsible bid and award them the
contract in the amount of $5,042.27. The motion unanimously
carried by the followinR roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
MacLain,
SonJu & Hudson
Hearing no objections, Mayor Hudson took Item #31 out of order.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ADMISSIONS TAX ORDINANCE: The City Manager presented a supple-
mental report dated September 8 and transmitted a letter from
the Los Alamitos Race Track dated September 12 indicating the
Race Track's willingness to voluntarily increase the admissions
tax by five cents.
The Council indicated they would like further information to
evaluate the impact of the admissions tax on the budget and to
continue the matter to a special meeting. Mr. Reynolds and Mr.
Downs of the Race Track responded to questions regarding their
report to the Council and agreed to be present at the special
meeting.
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain, seconded by Councilman
Lacayo and unanimously carried to continue the matter to the
next City Council meeting. Councilman Lacayo requested that the
City Attorney report at the next meeting on other areas relating
to the Los A]amitos Race Track where the City might obtain addi-
tional revenues.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TWO AUTOMOBILES (REPLACE-
MENTS FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT)~ REQUEST FOR QUOTATION #7778-05:
The City Manager presented a report from the Finance Officer
dated August 31 outlining two bids received.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain to accept the bid of Harbor Chevrolet, 3770 Cherry Avenue,
Long Beach, California, as the lowest responsible bid and award
them the contract in the amount of $7,398.10. The motion unani-
mously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo, MacLain,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Sonju & Hudson
CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Hudson announced that all items listed
on the agenda under "Consent Calendar" were to be considered by
the Council as routine and enacted by one motion approving the
recommendation regarding each item.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to approve Items #6 through #27 on the Consent Calendar.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo, MacLain,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Sonju & Hudson
Item #6: Consideration of Request to Proclaim September 17-23,
1977 as Constitution Week.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim Septem-
ber 17-23, 1977 as "Constitution Week" in the City of Cypress.
Item #7: Consideration of Application for Alcoholic Beverage
License for Barbara Bouchard, DBA The Pub, 8850 Walker, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #8: Consideration of Request to Proclaim October as United
Way Month.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim the
month of October, 1977 as "United Way Month" in the City of Cypress.
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Item #9: Consideration of a Resolution from the
Diego Requesting the State Legislature to Repeal
of the Public Resources Code Relating to Nuclear
City of San
Section 25524.1
Powerplants.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #10: Consideration of Abandonment #77-3, Portion Lot "A",
Ethel and Julie Beth Streets, Tract #5930.
Recommendation: That the City Council
ution by title only, title as follows,
for this matter on October 11, 1977:
adopt the following Resol-
and set the public hearing
RESOLUTION NO. 1897
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE
VACATION OF THE PORTION OF LOT "A", ETHEL AND JULIE
BETH STREET, TRACT NO. 5930.
Item #11: Consideration of Renewal of Street Sweeping Contract.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize a one year
extension of the street sweeping contract with the R.F. Dickson
Company, 12524 Clark Street, Downey, California, at an hourly
rate of $24.00.
Item #12: Consideration of Establishment of Orange County Joint
Powers Agreement for Risk Pooling.
Recommendation: That the City Council appropriateS500.00 from
the General Fund balance to Account #10-4189-114-02 to be paid
to the Orange County Risk Pooling ~teez~ng Committee for the
completion of the Joint Powers Agreeme~ and the provision of
firm price q~otat~ons, subject to the c~ ~ditions outlined in
the report s~b~gitt~.
Item #13: Consideration of Acquisition of Right of Way at 9~91
Moody Strt .~ City Project #7725-90.
Recommenda~ ion: That the City Council: (1) approve the agreement
between the City and the Rynsburgers, authorize the Mayor to
execute same and the City Clerk to attest subject to approval
of the City Attorney; and (2) appropriate an amount of $19,000.00
from the 2106 Gas Tax Fund to the following accounts:
10-4001-522-21
10-4006-522-21
10-4186-522-21
10-4176-522-21
$ 365.00
135.00
7,500.00
11~000.00
Total $19,000.00
Item #14: Consideration of Resolution of Commendation for Mr.
Dave Rodriguez.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resol-
uti~n by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1898
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUN~.?~ OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS COMMENDING MR. DAI!' :~ODRIGUEZ FOR
HIS ASSISTANCE TO THE CYPRES ~OLICE DEPARTMENT
AND THE CITIZENS OF CYPRESS
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Item #15: Consideration of Urban Development Strategy for
California.
Recommendation: That the City Council: (1) receive and file
the staff report and direct staff to report back to the Council
at such time as more definitive proposals are presented in this
area by the State; and (2) that a letter be sent in opposition
to the adoption of the draft report entitled "Urban Development
Strategy of California".
Item #16: Consideration of Cypress Girls' Club Request for
Ground Maintenance Assistance.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City per-
sonnel to perform the necessary improvements and maintenance at
the Cypress Girls' Club facility as outlined in the staff report.
Item #17: Consideration of Renewal of the Lease Between the
City of Cypress and the Cypress Boys' Club.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the request of
the Boys' Club to renew the lease for a period ending December
31, 1978, and further authorize the City staff to work with the
Boys' Club representatives on a feasibility study to expand the
existing facility to include a gymnasium.
Item #18: Consideration of Civic Center Property Acquisition
Study Committee.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager
to transmit a letter to community organizations inviting ~hem to
designate a representative to serve on the Civic Center Property
Acquisition Study Committee and continue consideration of this
matter to the October 11, 1977 meeting.
Item #19: Consideration of City Support of Private Organizations.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #20: Consideration of a Report on Cable TV.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #21: Consideration of Report on Transportation Bill AB 402.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the staff
report and authorize staff to continue to advise the Council as
to what action may be necessary to insure that Orange County
receives its fair share of State funds for transportation purposes.
Item #22: Consideration of Attendance at National League of
Cities Conference.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council be authorized
to attend the National League of Cities Annual Conference in San
Francisco on December 4-7, 1977 and that they be reimbursed for
all actual and necessary expenses.
Item #23: Consideration of a Communication from the City of
Brea regarding the Purchase of Equipment for the Operation of
the County Transfer Stations.
Recommendation: That the City Council request the City Manager
to direct a communication to the Orange County Board of Super-
visors requesting that sufficient funds be provided for the pur-
chase of necessary equipment to operate the transfer stations and
County land fills.
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Item #24: Consideration of Request to Proclaim October 24, 1977
as United Nations Day.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim
October 24, 1977 as "United Nations Day" in the City of Cypress.
Item #25: Consideration of Communication from Mr. Raymond E.
Newton Regarding Problems with Local Trash Collection Services.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager
to notify Mr. Newton that action has been taken in regard to his
communication of August 26, 1977 and advise him of the local
ordinance requirements relating to trash collection services.
Item #26: Consideration of Amendment to the Health Services
Agreement.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the agreement
for County Health Services which would authorize a Health Offi-
cer to provide interim services at the request of the City.
Item #27: Consideration of a Concession Agreement Between the
Cypress Recreation and Park District and the Cypress Pop Warner
Football League.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the concession
agreement between the Cypress Recreation and Park District and
Pop Warner Football League and authorize the Mayor to sign and
the City Clerk to attest.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to
speak in regard to any matter not on the agenda.
Mr. Ray Jankowski, 6462 Fern, Cypress, read and presented a
petition signed by 30 homeowners who requested that a 1500 foot
setback be required between agricultural uses and single-family
dwellings. 'fhe residents objected to plowing occurring right up
to the property line, dust, flies, odor from fertilizer, the
shooting of a shotgun and cherry bombs, and helicopter spraying
d~ring the night. The subject property ~s located north of the
Southern Pacific Railroad between Valley View and Holder Street.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilwoman
So~j~ and unanimously carried to add the item to the agenda,
refer the petition to the Planning Commission for a review of
the problems and for their recommendations, refer the health
problems to the appropriate County agencies, and suspend the
shotgun permit until the matter is resolved. Mayor Hudson
asked the staff to notify the property owner and petition signers
when the matter will be on the Planning Commission's agenda.
Mr. John McCormack, 9130 Esther Street, Cypress, reported the
zone change hearing will be held September 13 regarding the
County property at the southwest corner of Lincoln and Moody.
He asked if the City made any attempts to annex the property
and expressed concern that the residents receive City services
but do not pay City taxes. Mayor Hudson advised that the staff
will attend the hearing. The City Manager reported that past
annexation proposals were opposed by more than 50% of the prop-
erty owners. The Council requested that the staff advise Mr.
McCormack or other interested residents of the procedure to
file for annexation.
Mr. William Shaper, 9173 Ethel Street, Cypress, stated the County
map of the area is 15 years outdated and the City should request
an update. He felt there would be a poor response from residents
of the area for annexation as there has been in the past.
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Mr. Sam DiVicenzio, 5932 Karen Avenue, Cypress, inquired about
the proposed parking ban on street sweeping days and stated
families with several cars will have difficulty finding alternate
places to park. He complained about the quality of sweeping on
Karen and also reported Karen has a bad speeding problem. The
Mayor advised him the parking ban proposal will be on the Novem-
ber ballot and he requested the staff to notify Mr. DiVicenzio
when the Karen traffic matter will be on the Planning Commission'
agenda.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, asked if the
matter regarding recreational vehicle parking was on the ballot
and the Council advised that it was not. Staff advised him
that parking tickets will be issued for violations of the parking
ban during sweeping hours upon posting of the appropriate signs.
Mr. Hardcastle felt once a week sweeping is ineffective.
CONSIDERATION OF REPORT RE: IMPROVEMENTS AT STRAIGHT TALK SITE:
The City Manager presented a report from the Public Works Director
dated September 2 which outlined necessary improvements and costs.
Mr. Bill Ehrle, Director of Development for Straight Talk Clinic,
stated the handicapped ramps and repair of steps are the greatest
needs. He stated they have been refunded by the County through
revenue sharing.
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain and seconded by Councilman
Lacayo to appropriate in-kind services amounting to $2,320.00
for Items #1-5 in the staff report. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COIINCILMEN: None
MacLain, Sonju & Hudson
RECESS: Mayor Hudson called a recess at 7:55 p.m. The meeting
was cal'led back to order at 7:15 p.m. with all Councilmen present.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: HYATT DIE CAST: Mayor Hudson opened the
public hearing and asked for the staff report.
The City Manager presented a report dated September 8 and read
a letter from the City Attorney dated September 7 indicating Mr.
Hyatt is preparing proposed revised conditions for the use permit.
He recommended that the hearing be continued to September 19.
Mr. Watson, attorney for Hyatt Die Cast, 333 S. Hope, Los Angeles,
stated he hoped to have the material ready sometime this week
and indicated he would be unable to meet on September 19.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson, seconded by Councilwoman MacLain
and unanimously carried to continue the public hearing regarding
Hyatt Die Cast to September 20 at 7:00 p.m. and that staff re-
notify the property owners within 300 feet of the hearing. The
Council also requested staff to notify the Race Track officials
that the item regarding the admissions tax ordinance will be
continued to the September 20 meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: ZONE CHANGE NO. 77-4: Mayor Hudson opened
the public hearing and asked for the staff's report.
The Planning Director presented a report dated September 7 indi-
cating the Planning Commission on August 4, 1977 approved Zone
Change #77-4 which proposes the rezoning of approximately two
acres of land situated at the southwesterly corner of Cerritos
Avenue and Holder Street from the CS-N-2A Commercial Zone to the
RS-6000 Residential Single-Family Zone. The Commission also
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approved Variance #77-2 and Tentative Tract Map #9964 which
would allow subdivision of the property into 10 single-family
lots with a minimum area of 6000 square feet. He transmitted
the original staff report on this matter.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in favor.
Mr. .Jim Christensen, 3822 Campus Drive, Newport Beach, stated
he owns 50% of the property and had nothing further to add to
the staff report.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, asked if the
project would include offstreet parking for recreational vehicles
and staff advised that it would be provided. He felt that the
approval procedure should require that plans be submitted before
a permit is approved and then the applicant should be forced to
build.
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain and seconded by Council-
woman Sonju to close the public hearing, concur with the findings
of the Planning Commission, order the following Ordinance read
by title only, title as follows, and approve the first reading
of the Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 559, THE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, BY
CHANCING THE ZONE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND
FROM CS-N-2A TO RS-6000 AND KNOWN AS ZONE
CHANCE NO, 77-4.
The motlo~ <arried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN: MacLain,
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Sonju & Hudson
Councilman Lacayo stated for the record that he voted no because
he opposed the project from the beginning and maintains it is
not a proper zone for the development and the applicant convinced
him to change a commercial piece of property on Lincoln and made
promises to the Council and then sold the property to someone
else. He stated he hopes this property is not sold so the City
does not end up with under developed lots which is one of the
first things the Council will have to consider since the appli-
cant is not building to the standards for 6000 square foot lots
with this zone change. He stated he did not agree with what
the applicant presented to the Council before regarding this
development and hopes the applicant sticks with the plans and
comes back in the City and proves it this time rather than
reneg on prior commitments to the Council, or sell the property,
and the City ends up with no restaurant and goes through hassles
because the applicant left them with a can of worms.
Mr. Christensen stated he did not own the property on Lincoln
Avenue and only represented the applicant but that if plans go
awry for this property which he owns be will accept the criticism.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.
77-3 - WALKER STREET AREA: Mayor Hudson opened the hearing
and asked for the staff's report.
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The Planning Director presented a report dated September 7
indicating the hearing was continued from the Council's August
8 meeti~g. The report described the past zoning history of
the Walker Street area from July 1956 to the present. The
Planning Director presented maps showing the original zoning
and staff's and the Planning Commission's recommendations for
new land use classifications. The Commission recommended medium
density residential (RM-10/A) on Karen Avenue because of the
large lot sizes. The staff recommended si~gle-family residential
on Karen because of the actnal land use pattern, trend occurring
towards single-family development, and traffic impact of multi-
ple family development.
Mayor Hudson asked if the Commission considered using net versus
gross acreages in making their recommendations or a requirement
that would allow multiple-family development only if lots have
at least 100 feet of frontage. The Planning Director stated
the Commissiou only held general discussion regarding develop-
ment s~andards for the new zone classification and the Mayor's
suggestions could be part of the performamce standards. Mayor
Hudson felt if high density is to be allowed then there should
be performance standards to provide for adequate lot size,
space for off-street parking and amenities and to prevent
multiple-family development from degrading the neighborhood
or creating pressure forcing persons to move. He stated he
was ~ot convinced the entire area should not get single-family
residential zoning.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in favor.
Mr. Dan Trower, 5561 Karen Avenue, Cypress, stated he
the Planning Commission's recommendations and favored
family dena! ~,~
supported
the multiple-
Mrs. Clai~~ l~::~w~,r, 5561 Karen, stated she supported the Planning
Commissi~,n~s re~ommendations. She stated she was circulating a
petitien ~,~L cding the speeding problem on Karen which will be
tran~mit~,.i ,,~ the Traffic Commission. She stated she and several
nef~!~b~rs want the option of building mu]tip]e-family on the
i~r~ lots. She felt m~ltiple-family density would not detract
fr~m the area if quality controls are applied.
Mr, John McCormack, 9130 Esther Street, Cypress, felt County
zoning on the west side of Walker should be considered in det-
ermining zoning for the east side.
Mr. Howard Rowen, 5831 Shirl Street, Cypress, stated he favored
the Mayor's approach in that there may be an incentive for lot
combzning. He stated the Council should develop good standards
which may encourage combination of lots and more than single-
family development. He felt single-family homeowners would be
concerned about the impact of medium densii:y zoning on their
ability to improve their property.
Mr, Jim LaDow, 5551 Citrus, Cypress, asked that the Council
support the staff's recommendations. He stated his home hacks
Karen Avenue and he did not want to back up to apartments. He
stated he did not want apartments crowded in on Karen as they
are on Newman Street.
Mr. Dan Trower, 5561 Karen, stated it is assumed that Karen
Avenue is single-family residential when it is actually multiple-
family zoned and he still supports the Commission's recommendations.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition.
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Mr. ,loc Hardcastle, 4588 B]anca Drive, Cypress, felt neither plan
solved the problems of the area but left it as it is and he
opposed the mix of incompatible single and multiple-family zoning.
He felt high density would devaluate properties and deteriorate
the neighborhood. He recommended zoning the entire area R-1
and considering problem properties individually. He felt other
development compatible with R-1 could be built on the exceptional
lots under a conditional use permit.
Mr. Tom Renshaw, 9331 Peach, Cypress, stated he agreed with Mr.
Hardcastle and that he supported the staff recommendations for
single-family on Karen. He stated multiple-family development
is creating traffic and on-street parking problems in the area.
Mr. dim Carr, 5562 Bishop, Cypress, stated he supported single-
famJ ly re~£dential zoning for the entire area. He stated the
ordinance should provide for lot combination and leeway in
deve]~p[ng double-width lots.
Th~. Co~nci ! expressed general opposition to medium density
zor.~n~ for the area without further development standards and
co~Irols. Councilman tacayo expressed concern about allowing
the erob]em of absentee property owners to continue to detract
from the appearance and value of property. He stated he did not
s~tq>~,~ ~ ezther plan and suggested referring the matter to the
P];~n~Jn~ Com,~ss~on to have them establish a special overlay
zo~e that provides planned development characteristics and
co~t~ol. Councilwoman MacLain objected to the existing oblong
bu!lding type multiple-family development which is too dense
and provides few amenities and felt the RM-10/A zoning would
cremate this type of deve]opmento She s~ggested that the Com-
mission evaluate a net versus gross acreage standard. Mayor
Hudson s~g/~, ~ ~d that development standards might be based on
a minfmum ]o~ ~{lze for medium density, a combination of lots to
pre,vide ,id~-~i:~< frontage, using net acreage, or designating
the Walk,~ a~-,=~ for single-family residential zoning with
dil fere~i~ i~. [ormance standards for exceptional lots which might
pr~vide, ~7 ,~ ~,xample, that no two story dwelling would be per-
m~t ~d on tw<~ 50-foot-wide lots which have been combined.
Coun,~ilwoman 9onju agreed that medium density zoning was not
a ~o]ution t~r the area and has decreased pr~perty values. She
supported single-family residential zoning for the entire area
with performance standards and use permit~ available for lots
ov~r a certain size. Sbe felt the best chance for improving
th~~ area was to leave it as single-family and allow persons to
improve their preperty wfthout the fear of medium density devel-
opn~ent occurring on adjacent substandard size lots. She sug-
gested recommending R-1 zoning for the area and having the
Planning Commission develop standards for the special lots in-
stead of the Commission restudying the matter. She recommended
that the commercial areas remain commercial. Councilman Lacayo
favored encouraging development that creates ownership dwellings
and suggested allowing condominiums only on the extra large lots
or on combined lots. Mayor Hudson stated any building is sub-
ject to absentee ownership and he preferred establishing per-
fo~mance standards for contro. 1 for any building higher in
de*~sity than R-1. Mayor Hudson felt the Council's general
concul~ence was to support R-1 for the area and that performance
~tandards be required if medium density is to be allowed to
insure adequate lot size and amenities and protection for existing
single-family development.
The Planning Director reported that the public hearing notice
was worded in such a way that the amendment would allow for a
reduction from the current high density designation to a lower
density designation including single-family. He stated the
Planning Commission considered R-1 for the area since it was
one of the options in the Walker Street Study Report and, there-
fore, there was no need to refer the matter to the Commission.
He stated the staff can draft the ordinance incorporating the
specific development standards as suggested by the Council.
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It was moved by Mayor Hudson and seconded by Councilwoman Sonju
to close the public hearing and adopt the following Resolution
by title only, title as follows, approving General Plan Amendment
#77-3 by designating the Walker Street Area as single-family
residential except for the commercial areas on the east side of
Walker Street which are to be designated for commercial use, and
direct the staff to prepare an ordinance consistent with the
single-family residential designation which will provide develop-
ment standards as outlined by the City Council that will allow
for medium density dwellings on appropriate lots:
RESOLUTION NO. 1899
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
NO. 77-3.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
MacLain,
Sonju & Hudson
The City Attorney stated he would
to determine if it is affected by
would continue in effect.
review the moratorium ordinance
this action but he felt it
RECESS: Mayor Hudson called a recess at 9:53 p.m. The meeting
was called back to order at 10:10 p.m. with all Councilmen present.
Councilwoman MacLain reported that she inspected the landscaping
at the condominium project south of Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center
and she requested that the Planning Commission review landscaping
standards in terms of considering what landscaping will look like
in a year after installation and to insure that landscaping will
not create maintenance problems or a jungle. Mayor Hudson
expressed concern with the amount of paved asphalt areas in
developments in this area of Lincoln Avenue and he suggested
that the Commission review the development standards for medium
density units and determine a lot coverage requirement, perhaps
based on net versus gross acreage, so that developments along
Lincoln do not appear to be all asphalt. The Planning Director
responded to the Council's comments and stated their concerns
can be discussed during the Commission's annual review of the
Zoning Ordinance.
CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL POLICY RE: ATTENDANCE OF COMMIS-
SIONERS AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS: The City Manager presented a
report regarding this item dated September 8.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson, seconded by Councilwoman MacLain
and unanimously carried that Commissioners' attendance at City
Council meetings and the Council's attendance at Commission
meetings be voluntary rather than mandatory.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION FOR APPLICATION FOR STATE OF CALIF-
ORNIA STATE~ URBAN & COASTAL PARK BOND ACT OF 1976 FUNDS: The
City Manager presented a report from the Recreation and Park
Director dated August 31 which outlined nine alternatives for
application of $128,000 of the City's share of funding.
Following discussion of the alternatives, it was moved by Council-
woman Sonju and seconded by Mayor Hudson to approve Item #3
approving the application for funds for the Morris School Play-
ground Tennis Complex, and Item #7 - authorizing staff to enter
into an agreement with the Anaheim Union High School District,
subsequent to a determination of court standard only, utilizing
local 1973 park bond funds, and adopt the following Resolution
by title only, title as follows:
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RESOLUTION NO. 80
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS, EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, A
SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR 1976 STATE GRANT
MONIES FOR THE MORRIS PLAYGROUND TENNIS COURT
COMPLEX.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
MacLain, Sonju & Hudson
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF REPORT RE: TEAM PROJECTS: The
City Manager presented a report dated September 8 indicating
the matter was continued from the July 25 meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Mayor Hudson and
unanimously carried to receive and file the report.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF BUILDING INSPECTOR POSITION:
The City Manager presented a report dated September 8 indicating
this item was continued from the August 8 meeting. The staff
recommended the additional inspector position to meet increasing
inspection needs.
Councilwoman Sonju felt the City could not increase personnel
at this time because of the City's financial situation.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to deny the request for the building inspector position.
Mrs. Vickie Evans, 9326 Cambridge Street, Cypress, recommended
that the City take advantage of CETA funds and train the person
under CETA and then transfer him to a full-time permanent position.
Councilmen Hudson and MacLain indicated they supported the addi-
tional position and Mayor Hudson suggested continuing the matter
to the meeting of September 20. Councilmen Sonju and Lacayo
suggested further review by the Team.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, reported on
positive actions taken by the building inspector in correcting
a contractor's work on his property.
The Council agreed to continue the matter and directed the staff
to review alternate resources to fill the position after a re-
examination of the City's financial situation.
CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL VOTING REPRE-
SENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
CONFERENCE: The City Manager presented a report dated Septem-
ber 8.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju and unanimously carried that the Mayor be the voting
representative and that he select the alternate. Following
discussion regarding who would be in attendance for the full
conference, Mayor Hudson named Councilwoman MacLain as the
alternate.
CONSIDERATION OF SENATE BILL 1058: The City Manager presented
a report from the Planning Director dated September 6 regarding
SB 1058 which proposes certain amendments to the Government
Code relating to implementation of housing elements of adopted
General Plans. The staff clarified the amendments.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson, seconded by Councilwoman Sonju
and unanimously carried to strongly support SB 1058, AB 1727
relating to provision of low and moderate income housing, and
AB 389 relating to housing and community development guidelines.
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CONSIDERATION OF REIMBURSEMENT FOR SPANISH TRANSLATION: The
City Manager presented a report dated September 8 regarding
reimbursement of costs for translating and printing the Spanish
language candidates' statements in the previous municipal election.
Also transmitted was a letter from the City Attorney dated
September 12 indicating the City could not reimburse this cost
to former Council candidates.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and
unanimously carried to receive and file the report.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CITY AND RECREATION AND PARK DIS-
TRICT COMMERCIAL WARRANT LISTS: It was moved by Councilwoman
Sonju and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to approve the City
Warrant List for Warrants #46492 through #46630 in the total
amount of $462,833.73, and the District Warrant List for War-
rants #7025 through #7110 in the total amount of $51,742.31.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
MacLain, Sonju & Hudson
CONSIDERATION OF REIMBURSEMENT OF TAXES TO LA PALMA PROPERTY
OWNERS IN DETACHMENT #2-76 FROM THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT: The City Manager presented a report dated September
8 indicating the matter was continued from the February 28, 1977
meeting. The staff felt that the La Palma tax rate represents
the double taxation since La Palma did not proceed with the
timely detachment of the area and recommended that their request
for a tax refund be denied.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilman
Lacayo to continue the matter.
A substitute motion was moved by Councilwoman MacLain and sec-
onded by Couucilman Lacayo to receive and file the report. The
motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
MacLain,
Sonju & Hudson
Hearing no objections, Mayor Hudson added Item #44 to the agenda
and appealed the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional
Use Permit #77-19, which proposes a church on the west side of
Valley View south of Lincoln, for a policy determination by
the Council.
ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by
Mayor Hudson and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at
11:00 p.m. to Tuesday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m.
ATTEST:
Mk"OR OF THEfITY OF CYPRESS
CITY CLERK ~F THE CITY OF CYPRESS
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