Minutes 78-06-26MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETINC
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
June 26, 1978
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order
at 6:37 p.m. on Monday, June 26, 1978 in the Cypress City Council
Chambers, 5275 Drange Avenue, Cypress, Califnrn~a, Mayor Donald
Hudson presiding.
PRESENT: Counc il members
and tindson
ABSENT: None
MacLain, Rowan
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, C~tV
Attorney Jobn Murphy, and the fnllowing City staff members: Barrett,
Bryant. Davenport, Duke, Hawley, Puwell and Schatzeder.
PLEI)GE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chief Duke led the pledge to the flag.
PRESENTATION BY MAYOR IRWIN FRIED OF YORBA LINDA RE: THE INTER-
COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: Mavor Fried report~d on the efforts
tile ICAA and requested that the City Council reexamine their posi-
t fort on tile heague resolution pertaining to the ICAA. He felt that
with sufficient support from other cities the League resolution
(an be reconsidered. Mayor Pried reported am investigation
underway by the City of Stun]on regarding the membership and Fund [ng
sources of the ICAA. }lc felt that credibility and conflict of
interest were issues witb the ICAA since they have not identified
thc~ir members or funding, and they have options to buv land in the
Chino Hi] Is area. Mayor Fr [ed agreed tu inform the Council of oho
meetinl~ which wil I be h~'ld wi th ICAA and the Stanton Cloy Council
and to rcqucs~ PACHA (People Against the Chino Hills AirpnrC) to
mak~~ ;~ presentation t o the Council.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished [o speak
in regard to any matter not on the agenda.
Mr. Rea Masu]lo, lH521 Ri]tar, Cypress, discussed tile activities
of the Police Explorers and complained that they do not receivt,
the recognition that they deserve. Itc asked that tile Cmuncll slu,w
some suppnrt for the Explorers. The City Council invited the
Explorers to make a presentation describing their activities and
involvement in the cnmmunity.
~iIAFF REPORTS & DISCUSSION: The City Manager requested that Itt,m
#19 on the Consent Calendar be removed and discussed later in the
me,.tingo tlearing no objections, Mayor Hadson added Item #'~4
the agenda regarding budget discussion and Item #35 regarding City
Council po]icy matters.
Councilwoman Evans stated the Southern California Association
Governments recently notified cities that it will nnt be cbnr~inR
dues until October and she suggested that Cypress remain in SCAG
until October.
It was moved by Councilwoman
unanimously carried that the
until October.
Evans, seconded by Mayor Hudson
City continue membership in SCAC
and
After further discussion~ it was the consensus of the Council that
their previous action of withdrawal from SCAG should not be changed
and it was noted the City woulu continue to receive information
until such time as SCAG makes a determination relative to dues.
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Hearing no objections, Mayor Hndson took Item #25 ont of order
for the benefit of persons in the audience.
CONTINUATION OE CONSIDERATION OF RESIDENT COMPLAINTS RE: LINCOLN
CENTER MOBILEHOME PARK: The Planning Director presented a report
dated June 22 which reported on deficiencies at Lincoln Center
Mobilehome Park but indicated staff's investigation found no viola-
tions of the conditional use permit or other City Codes. He also
transmitted an updated mobi]ehome park st~rvey and information on
mobilehome park rental rates and taxes.
Mr. .John Anderson representing the tenants group at Lincoln Center
and Mr. Swanson representing the Lincoln Center owner asked that
the matter be continued so they could review the staff report and
provide inpnt.
It was moved by Councilman Lacavo, seconded by Councilman Rowan
and unanimously carried to continue the matter to the July 24
meeting and request that information from the Lincoln Center tenants'
and owner's representatives be submitted to staff for inclnsion in
the staff report.
RECESS: Mayor Hudson called a recess at 7:40 p.m. The meeting
was called back to order at 7:47 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT - MR. HENRY G.
HOLSTEIN~ DBA MOBILE VACUUM SERVICE~ 11707 DE ORO PLACE~ CERRiTOS~
CALIFORNIA: Mayor Hudson declared the hearing open and asked for
the staff report.
Tht, City Manager presented a report dated June 20 indicating the
application was for door-to-door solicitation of vac~om cleaner
repa~s and service and the Police Department's investigation found
no basis for denial of the permit.
Mayor Hudson asked if the applicant wished to speak.
Mr. Henry Holstein, 11707 De Oro Place, Cerritos, stated be is
compJetely equipped to perform the repair service in the home.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or in opposi-
tion to granting the permit. No one wished to speak in sui~l~ort ~r
in opposition.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Rowal~
~o close the public hearin~ and approve the special permit for Mr ~
Henry G. Holstein, with solicitation hours to be limited to
9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The motion unani-
mously carried by the following roil call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: () COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT MR. ELLERY d.
KRUEGER ON BEHALF OF TULLY STEAKS~ 16602 S. BROADWAY~ GARDENA~
CALIFORNIA: Mayor Hudson opened the hearing and asked for the
staff report.
The City Manager presented a report dated June 20
application was for the door-to-door solicitation
meat products.
indicating the
for the sale of
Mayor Hudson asked if the applicant was present. The applicant was
not present.
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain, seconded by Councilwoman
Evans and unanimously carried to continue the public hearing until
the applicant may be present.
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PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 78-3 (WEST SIDE OF
VALLEY VIEW~ SOUTH OF LINCOLN): Mayor Hudson opened the public
hearing and asked for the staff report.
The Planning Director presented a report dated June 20 indicating
that the Planning Commission on June 1 recommended approval of the
Ceneral Plan Amendment for the former Van Hunnick dairy property to
change the land use designation from all commercial to a classifica-
tion which would permit commercial, light industrial and attendant
uses. The Planning Director also summarized Staff Report #78-26
dated May 26 which described the application and he presented slides
of the subject property and surrounding land uses. He presented
a preliminary development plan snbmitted by the applicant which
proposed establishment of retail commercial, mini-warehousing,
multi-tenant facilities and light industrial uses. He reported
that approval of the Amendment would require establishment of a
new zone classification that would provide for commercial and l~ght
industrial projects in the same land use category. The Planning
Director responded to questions from the Council regarding the pre-
liminary development plan and proposed new zoning classification.
Mayor Hudson asked if the applicant wished to speak.
Mr. Jim Christensen, representing the Warmington Company~ 3822
Campus, Newport Beach, stated their prooosal represents a good
transitional use of the property, separating the dwellings to the
south from the highway commercial uses to the north. He stated
their plan is conceptual only and the boundary lines for the var~o~s
uses are not defined. He felt the plan was consistent w~th the
C~ty's development goals. He reported the property owner wishes
~o retain his single-family dwelling on a parcel which could be
developed commercially in the future.
Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in support or in
opposition to General Plan Amendment #78-3. No one wished to speak.
St was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Co~ncilwoman
MacLaJn to close the public hearing and adopt the following Reso-
]utioo by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1991
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
NO. 78-3.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 78-4 (NORTHWEST
CORNER JUANITA & BALL): Mayor Hudson opened the public bearing
and asked for the staff report.
The Planning Director presented a report dated June 20 which indi-
cated the Planning Commission, on June 1, recommended denial of the
amendment which would change the land use designation of the parcel
of land situated at the northwesterly corner of Juanita Street and
Ball Road from its current dual classification of Commercial and
high-density Residential to all Commercial. He reviewed the zoning
history of the property and actions of ~he City Council and Planning
Commission. He presented slides of the property and surrounding
land uses. The Planning Director reported that another developer
has acquired the property and intends to submit a development plan
for commercial and office uses on the entire property.
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Mayor Hudson asked if anyone wished to speak in support or in oppo-
sition to General Plan Amendment No. 78-4. No one wished to speak.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Rowan
to close the public hearing and adopt the following Resolution by
title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1992
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
NO. 78-4.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF THE FINAL BUDGET
FOR THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
AND FOR THE ADOPTION OF A PROGRAM FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ALL()-
CATED UNDER REVENUE SHARING: Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing
and asked for the staff report.
Tbe City Manager presented a report dated June 23 and stated a public
hearing ~s required to consider the Recreation and Park District bud-
get and to consider the allocation of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds.
He recommended adoption of the City and District budgets and noted
tbey will be subject to review and modification during the year. The
City Manager recommended that the hearing on Revenue Sharing Funds be
continued for 30 days to allow for an analysis of the impact of Prop-
osition 13 and State legislation which will be forthcoming.
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain and seconded by Councilwoman
Evans to close the hearing relating to the Recreation District
budget, adopt ~he City budget and the Recreation and Park DistrJct
budget for 1978/79, and adopt tbe following Resolution by title
only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1993
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1978, AND FIXING
THE LIMITATIONS OF EXPENDITURES FOR THE SEVERAL
FUNDS AND THE FUNCTIONS, DEPARTMENTS, AND
ACTIVITIES CARRIED ON UNDER SUCH FUNDS.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, MacLain,
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Rowan & Hudson
Councilman Lacayo stated he opposed adoption of the budget but he
did not oppose continuance of the Revenue Sharing hearing.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Councilman Lacayo
to continue the public hearing regarding allocation of Revenue
Sharing Funds to July 24. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo~
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILME~iBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
Councilman Lacayo reported that there was a proposal by Senator
Dills to place on the November ballot the question of a split tax
roll as it relates to the tax windfall to commercial and industrial
property owners created under Proposition 13.
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It was moved by Conncilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman MacLain
that the Council address letters to the local Assembly and Senate ]egis-
lators, Senator Dills and Speaker McCarthy requesting that this matter
be placed on the November ballot. The Council discussed the pros and
cons of the proposal. The motion failed to carry by the following
roi] call vote:
AYES: 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans and Lacayo
NOES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: MacLain, Rowan and Hudson
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilwoman MacLain, seconded by Councilwoman
Evans and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of June 12.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF SLURRY SEAl. COATING ON VARIOUS
CITY STREETS~ CITY OF CYPRESS PROJECT NO. 7903-90: The City Manager
presented a report from the Public Works Director dated June 22
describing the slurry seal program.
It was moved by CounciIman Rowan and seconded by Councilwoman MacLaln
to determine that the lowest responsible bidder for Project #790~-90
is Ted R. Jenkins, 5400 The Toledo #508, Long Beach, California,
and award them a contract ior the slurry seal coating in the amount
of S10,291.20. The ,lotion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNC II.MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC ILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ASPHALT AND RENTAL OF ASPHALT
PAVINC MACHINE~ REQUEST FOR QUOTATION #7778-70: The City Manager
presented a report from the Finance Officer dated June 22 which
indicated bids were reqnested from three vendors and one bid was
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
Evans to accept the bid of All American Asphalt, 14482 Beach, Suite
1, Westminster, California and award the contract for asphalt and
rental of the asphalt paving machine to them for one year at tbe
unit prices listed in the staff report. The motion carried by t:he
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans,
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Hudson
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Macl,ain & Rowan
Mayor Hudson indicated his opposition was based on the 12% bid
price increase over last year which exceeded the 6.5% inflation
CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Hudson announced that all items listed on
the agenda under "Consent Calendar" were to be considered by the
City Council as routine and enacted by one motion approving the
recommendations listed on the agenda. No Councilmember wished to
remove an item. The City Manager requested that Item #19 be
removed for further discussion.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain to approve Items #4 through #18 on the Consent Calendar.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roil call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
Item #4: Motion to introduce and/or adopt all ordinances pre-
sented for consideration by title only, and to waive further reading.
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Item #5: Consideration of League ~f California Cities Legislative
Bulletins dated June 2, ~ and 16, 1978.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #6: Consideration of a Request to Proclaim July 1 - August
31, 1978 as Healthy Baby Summer.
Recommendation: Tbat the Mayor and City Council proc]aim July 1
through August 31, ]978 as "Healthy Baby Summer" in the City of
Cypress.
Item #7: Consideration of a Request to Proclaim September 8, 1978
as National Cancer Day.
Recommendation: Tbat the Mayor and City Council proc]aim September
8, 1978 as "National Cancer Day" in the City of Cypress.
Item #8: Consideration of an Application for a Person-to-Person
Transfer of a Type 41 On-Sale Beer and Wine Alcoholic Beverage
License for De]Jla and Victor R. Zepeda, DBA The Bar-B-Q Pit Stop,
4009 Ball Road, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #9: Consideration of an Application for a Type 4] On-Sale
Beer and Wine Alcoholic Beverage License for Constance M. and Frank
J. Labarbera, DBA Labarbera's Restaurant, 4143 Ball Road, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #10: Consideration of Agreement for Extension of Contract
for Animal Control Services with tile County of Orange.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign
the Agreement and tbe City Clerk to attest.
Item #11: Consideration of Possible Maintenance of Public N,isance,
4901 William Avenue, AP#242-142-13.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resol~-
tion by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1994
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS FINDING THAT CERTAIN PREMISES
WITHIN THE CITY OF CYPRESS MAY BE MAINTAINED
IN SUCH A WAY AS TO CONSTITUTE A NUISANCE AND
DECLARING iTS INTENT TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING
TO ASCERTAIN WHETHER THE SAME CONSTITUTES A
PUBLIC NUISANCE, THE ABATEMENT OF WHICH IS
APPROPRIATE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE III
OF CHAPTER 13 OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Item #12: Consideration of Traffic Commission Recommendation for
a "No Parking" Restriction on Bloomfield Avenue, 40 Feet North of
Cardiff Street.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resolu-
tion by title on]y, title as follows, which establishes a "No Parking"
restriction on the east side of Bloomfield Avenue, 40 feet north of
Cardiff Street:
RESOLUTION NO. 1995
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS ESTABLISHING
AND "NO PARKING" AREAS.
COUNCIL OF THE CITY
"NO STANDING" ZONES
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Item #13: Consideration of Agreement for Construction of Lincoln
Avenue Storm Drain, City Project No. 7811-20.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resolu-
tion by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. ]996
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING DISTRICT AGREEMENT NO. 3179
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN AVENUE STORM DRAIN.
Item #14: Consideration of Request for SB 821 Funds for Bicycle
Facilities - Cerritos Avenue Bikeway from Knott Street to Bloomfield
Avenue Between Cerritos Avenue and Ball Road, Holder Street from
Cerritos South to Railroad and Knott Street to South City Limits,
City Project No. 7857-10.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resolu-
tion by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1997
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR BICYCLE
AND/OR PEDESTRIAN FUNDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SB 821
AND APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF ITS BICYCLE AND/OR
PEDESTRIAN PI. AN.
Item #15: Consideration of Approval of Plans and Specifications,
Certification of Right-of-Way and Authorization to Advertise for
Bids on Orange Avenue from 640' West of Grindlay Street to Graham
Street and Graham Street, City of Cypress Project No. 7667-10-0911.
Recommendation: That the City Council: (1) approve the plans and
specifications for improvement of Orange Avenue from 640 feet west
of Grindlay Street to Graham Street and Graham Street, Project No.
7667-10-0911, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids
with ?~ids to be opened in the office of the City Clerk on July 18,
1978 at lO:00 a.m.; and (2) authorize the Mayor to sign the Right-
of-Way Certification and the City Clerk to attest.
Item #16: Consideration of Tract No. 7793, 8124, 8126 and 8177 -
Request for Extension of Time to Complete Public Improvements
(S & S Cypress Village).
Recommendation: That the City Council approve a three month exten-
sion of time for the subdivision agreement for the construction of
improvements within Tract Nos. 7793, 8124, 8126 and 8177 (S & S
Cypress Village), and that an amendment be added to the Subdivision
Improvement Agreement incorporating the extension and the conditions
listed in the staff report dated June 19 from the Public Works
Director.
Item #17: Consideration of Amendment to the Joint
ment, Project No. 7405-10-0776, Walker Street from
to Orange Avenue.
Powers Agree-
DeLong Street
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the amended ,Joint
Powers Agreement for AHFP Project #776, Walker Street from DeLong
Street to Orange Avenue, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agree-
ment and the City Clerk to attest.
Item #18: Consideration of Conflict Between Trash Pickup and Street
Sweeping on Same Day.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
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With regard to Item #19, Consideration of Acceptance of Final
Parcel Map MP-78-I, City Project No. 7850-10 (Northeast Corner,
Valley View and Katella,) it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, scc-
ended by Conncilwoman MacLain and unanimously carried to continue
this item to the .June 29 Councl] meeting and request a staff report
on the possibility of accepting a letter of credit in lieu of bonds
to guarantee construction of public improvements.
CONSIDERATION OF REOUEST FOR PRE-ANNEXATION ZONE CHANGE - CAY STREET:
The Planning Director presented a report dated June 21 which des-
cribed the request by Mr. Theodore Cramer, 8212 Gay Street, for the
Council to initiate a pre-annexation zone change for approximately
].53 acres from the County A-1 Agricultural Zone to the City's
RS-6000 Resldentia] Single-Family Zone. Upon approval of the zone
change, the property owner expressed a willingness to annex thc
property to the City. The Planning Director identified the property
on a map and recommended that, to provide for a logical annexation
pattern, the adjacent street right-of-way, the parcel of land at
tile northeast corner of Mr. Cramer's property and the adjacent per-
tic>ns of the Pacific Electric Railroad right-of-way be included in
the annexation proposal. Mr. Hawley described past annexations in
the immediate area. He d~scussed with the Council future develop-
ment plans for the subject property in relation to zoning and Land
uses in the area. He reported there are no amortization provisions
for tbe elimination of animals in the area that constitute non-
cclnf~rming uses in the RS-6Q00 Zone, so the animals may remain
indel'indtely, tle reported that if the subject property is annexed
and ultimately developed, the property owner would be required ~o
instal 1 full street improvements along the 70 feet of frontage on
t;av Street.
Mayor Hudson asked [f the property owner wished to speak.
Mr. Ted Cramer, 8212 Gay Street, Cypress, stated he would ]ike to
request RS-6000 zoning since he does not have sufficient lot arts
for RS-15,000 zoning. He stated he has discussed hls plans with a
developer who also requests RS-600O zoning and annexation to
City. Mr. Cramer discussed with the Council the possibility
including other parcels [n the annexation request. Thc Planning
Direetor stated ~he property owner to the south of Mr. Cramer u~uld
be contacted regarding ~nc]usion of her property ~n the annux~tion
proposal .
Councilwoman Evans suggested that the Council consider the
involved when the City initiates pre-annexation zone chan~4es.
stated she was interested in the total planning concept for this
area and asked that an extensive study be made . Councilman Row~tn
suggested that the staff investigate the County plans for this
Councilman Lacayo suggested that staff determine a policy for the
pre-annexation zoning of the remaining County islands in the City.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain to initiate a pre-annexation zone change for property at
8212 Gay Street from County A-1 Agricultural Zone to City of Cypress
RS-6000 and PS Zones. The motion unanimously carried by the fol-
lowing roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
RECESS: Mayor tiudson called a recess at 10:15 p.m. The meeting
was called back to order at 10:30 p.m. with all Council members
present.
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CONSIDERATION OF LIABILITY INSURANCE PROGRAM: The City Manager
presented a report dated June 26 describing the liability insurance
program. Staff recommended the City's continued participation in
the Orange County Cities Risk Management Authority and, if the broker
is unable to secure coverage, that the City continue with its present
Cal-Surance liability insurance program.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson and seconded by Councilwoman MacLain
to: (1) authorize the City's continued participation in the Orange
County Cities Risk Management Authority as indicated in the staff
report and (2) authorize renewal of the City's present liability
insurance program at a total cost not to exceed $102,000 should
the OCCRMA fail to provide evidence of insurance coverage for the
City by June 27, 1978. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo, MacLain,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY REPORT RE: PERMIT SYSTEM FOR CURB
PARKING ON STREET SWEEPING DAYS: The City Manager presented a
report from the Public Works Director dated June 22 describing
permit systems of Norwalk, Bell Gardens and Cerritos.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain to transmit this matter to the Blue Ribbon Citizens' Com-
mittee on Proposition 13 for consideration in their line item budget
review. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll (!all
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST: It was mov{,d
by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman MacLain to approw.
the Warrant List for Warrants #49347 througb #49535 in the total
amount of $179,895.08. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE RE: VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONIN(;
ORDINANCE: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by
Councilwoman MacLain to order the following Ordinance read by title
only, title as follows, and to adopt the Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 624
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 559, THE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
The motion carried by the following r011 call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, MacLain,
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Rowan & Hudson
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SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE RE: SALE OF FIREWORKS: It was moved
by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman MacLain to order
the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and
to adopt the Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 625
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS AMENDING SECTION 5-2(d) OF THE
CYPRESS CITY CODE RELATING TO SALE OF FIREWORKS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITIES OF
GARDEN GROVE AND CYPRESS/NUTRITION SERVICES: The City Manager pre-
sented a report from the Recreation and Park Director dated June 22
describing two amendments to the agreement; the first would delete
the City's requirement to pay $2,180 in July, 1977 and the second
amendment increases the number of hot meals which may be served dally.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilwoman
MacLain that the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of
Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, authorize
the Mayor to sign the subject Amendment. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT COMMERCIAL
WARRANT LIST: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded bv
Councilwoman MacLain to approve the District Warrant List for War-
rants #8064 through #8099 in the total amount of $33,578.13. Th~
motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF BUDGET DISCUSSION: The Couucil discussed var~o.s
suggestions on approaches to take in reviewing the budget.
Mayor Hudson requested that the Council take action with regard
to having the City of Cypress represented by the Mayor of Stanton
at the State League meeting to be held July 7 and 8. He stated be
transmitted material to the Council regarding last week's meeting
between the Mayors of several cities held to discuss joint programs
and sharing responsibilities.
Councilman Lacayo suggested that the Council develop a policy thst
when the Council wishes to investigate and discuss possible contro-
versial items they should be referred to a work session for informal
discussion with the staff instead of rating up time during regular
Council meetings.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Mayor Hudson to
approve the expenditure cuts totaling $462,132 as shown in the
Team report dated June 16.
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Councilman Lacayo felt the Chamber of Commerce program should be
discussed with the Chamber before it is deleted. Councilwoman
Evans requested further discussion on the Outside Agency Support,
Community Promotion, and City Commission programs.
A substitute motion was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded
by Mayor Hudson to continue the matter regarding expenditure cuts
to the next budget meeting on July 5.
The Council held discussion on the motioa to approve the expenditure
cuts. Councilmembers MacLain and Lacayo requested data to determine
how the reductions would apply to the budget programs. Councilwoman
Evans recommended that the Council make a policy determination on
such items as City Commissions, use of survlus funds, Revenne Sharing
and the sales tax reserve, then direct the staff to return with
priority cuts which the Council can consider and then refer to the
Blue Ribbon Committee. The City Manager stated that approval of
the expenditure cuts will provide staff with direction.
A substitute motion was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by
Mayor Hudson to approve in concept staff's recommended expenditure
reductions totaling $462,132 as listed in the June 16 Team report
and include a reduction of $35,000 in the City Travel account,
excluding travel which may be authorized by the City Council.
Councilwoman Evans stated she supported the reductions but felt thc
Blue Ribbon Committee should provide input on outside agency suppoFt,
community promotion and Commissions before the Council acts on
these items.
Mayor Hudson read a letter from Cypress resident Janice Hackett
regarding the elimination of certain Recreation programs.
The substitute motion carried by the following roll call w) te:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo,
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
& Hudson
The Council agreed to begin the budget review on ,July 5 with the,
Legislative function. Mayor Hudson requested that the Chamber
Commerce and Blue Ribbon Committee members be invited to that meet
The Council beld further discussion on procedures for reviewing the
budget and discussed provisions of Proposition 13.
The Council waived the 11:30 p.m. adjournment time.
The City Manager requested replacement of two CETA positions, ~n thc
Police Department and in the Engineering Division, which are fully
funded until September 30, 1978.
It was moved by Councilman
and unanimously carried to
positions.
Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Rowan
authorize staff to replace the two CETA
The City Manager requested an appropriation of $200 or $300 to reim-
burse employees who have been using their private vehicles on City
business, which would be a sufficient amount until the next budget
meeting.
It was moved by Mayor Hudson and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to
authorize the City Manager to approve required travel and expense
needs through July 7 for staff only. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILME}{BERS: Evans, Lacayo,
& Hudson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
MacLain, Rowan
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It was moved by Councilman Rowan, seconded by Councilwoman MacLain
and unanimously carried to direct a letter to Mayor Henry Miller of
Stanton authorizing him to represent the Cypress City Council at the
State League meeting on July 7 and 8.
The Council agreed to approve the City Manager's vacation request
for July 10 through 14.
CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL POLICY MATTERS: It was moved by
Councilwoman Evans and seconded by Councilman Rowan to request
staff to prepare for City Council meeting packets a map identifying
the location of properties which are the subject of planning appli-
cations on the agenda. The motion carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Evans, MacLain,
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Rowan & Hudson
Councilwoman Evans suggested that the Council adopt a policy re-
garding their initiation of General Plan amendments and zone changes.
The Council held discussion on procedures used in requesting infor-
mation from the staff and the present method was clarified. Council-
woman Evans expressed concern over the Mayor's individual efforts
with regard to meeting with the mayors of other cities on Propo~i
tion ]3 impacts and she suggested that the Council determine th~
extent of activities which the Mayor should undertake. She asked
to be kept informed of the Mayor's activities and requested that
she be provided with a copy of all correspondence sent out ~y ~|~e
Mayor and individual Council members. Mayor Hudson stated the
Council bas a clear policy that he individually cannot commit ~e
City Council to any action.
ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo,
Councilwoman MacLain and unanimously carried to
at 12:35 a.m. to Thursday, June 29 at 6:15 p.m.
tire Conference Room.
seconded by
adjourn the tneet in?,
in the Administra-
ATTEST:
MAYOR OF THE £ITY OF CYPRESS
/
CITY CLERK OF ~THE ~ITY OF CYPRESS
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