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Minutes 2000-08-14MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD August 14, 2000 A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tern McGill in the Board Room, West Wing of City Hall, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Keenan, Sondhi, Mayor Pro Tern McGill, Council Member McCoy, Mayor Piercy Also present were City Manager Importuna, City Attorney Wynder, and staff members Alice Angus, Ted Commerdinger, Marvin DeCarlo, John Hensley, June Liu, Ida Ruiz, Jeff Sinn and Richard Storey. WORKSHOP/CLOSED SESSION: A workshop was presented to the City Council by Public Works Director Jeff Sinn, for the purpose of presenting and reviewing SkateBIock Products. Various public improvements have been damaged, with the most acute damage occurring at Lincoln Avenue near the northeast corner at Walker Street. Several items were presented by Mr. Sinn, including installed ceramic raised pavement markers and Skatestoppers. Literature was distributed describing a product called "SkateBIock", which is a cast metal device in several different shapes, available in several different finishes. Mr. Sinn presented the Council with a sample "SkateBIock", which has a cost of approximately $35.00 for the disk, $21.00 for the strap and about $10.00 for installation, with prices varying according to the size and shape needed. These devices are attached by using epoxy and pins or screws, making them difficult to damage or pry off. Staff is recommending that the City Council provide direction on the use of the SkateBIock products on Lincoln Avenue and other City facilities in order to reduce property damage caused by skateboards, in-line skates, and freestyle bicycles. The Director of Public Works stated that the initial installation would begin on Lincoln Avenue with at least a half dozen "SkateBIocks", followed by the Community Center and Civic Center. Council Member Keenan commented that he had seen these particular items on the news, and they have been used successfully at several schools. Council Member Sondhi inquired as to whether the "SkateBIocks" could be installed on the entire length of Lincoln Avenue. Mr. Sinn responded that this particular area is a prime location for skateboarders, and it may not be feasible to install "SkateBIocks" on the entire length of Lincoln Avenue unnecessarily. The areas for installation would be determined by staff and based on areas where damage has already occurred, or where known skateboard activity exists. At the request of Council Member Sondhi, Mr. Sinn responded that staff will continue to look at alternative designs, not items specifically designed to deter skateboarders, but items that may be adapted for this use. The City Manager suggested, and the Council concurred, that on future public improvement projects, an anti-skate design feature should be included in the specifications of each project. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 Mayor Pro Tern McGill recessed the meeting at 5:45 p.m. to enable the Council to convene as the City of Cypress Redevelopment Agency. PRESENT: Agency Board Members Keenan, Sondhi and Agency Vice Chairman McGill. ABSENT: Agency Board Member McCoy and Agency Chairperson Piercy. A Joint workshop with the Cypress City Council and Cypress Redevelopment Agency was presented by Community Development Director Alice Angus. The items for discussion were Redevelopment Plans Time Limits. The Agency provides an annual report on the activities and financial status of each Plan Area within the City. The adopted Redevelopment Plan, which consists of the Lincoln Avenue and Los Alamitos Race Track Redevelopment Plan and the Civic Center Redevelopment Plan and Plan Amendment, has time limits to pursue eminent domain, incur debt, pursue Redevelopment activities, and pay indebtedness. Within the next year or two, time limits for eminent domain will expire in each Project Area. It is recommended to direct Agency staff to pursue a consultant and prepare Amendments to the Redevelopment Plans to extend the time limits to commence eminent domain proceedings. Ms. Angus discussed the time limits, extensions, etc. at the request of Council Member Sondhi and Council Member Keenan. The City Attorney stated that this is basically a routine administrative measure, as the eminent domain power is not coextensive with the life of the project area. He reiterated that the intent is not to use authority, as it is simply an allowance of adequate time for review prior to the expiration of the time limits. Mayor Pro Tem McGill adjourned the meeting of the City of Cypress Redevelopment Agency at 6:00 p.m., and reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 6:01 p.m. At 6:02 p.m., the Mayor Pro Tem recessed the workshop meeting to enable the Council to convene in Closed Session in the Council Chamber Conference Room to discuss the following agendized items: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54957.6), Agency negotiator: Richard Storey, Employee Organizations: Cypress Police Management Association and Cypress Police Officers Association; CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9 (b), Number of cases: One; and PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/RELEASE (Government Code Section 54957). Council Member McCoy arrived during Closed Session at 6:30 p.m. 7:00 P.M. SESSION: The 7:00 p.m. session of the City Council meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem McGill. PRESENT: Council Members Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi and Mayor Pro Tem McGill ABSENT: Mayor Piercy Also present were City Manager Importuna, City Attorney Wynder, and staff members Angus, Commerdinger, DeCarlo, Hensley, Liu, Ruiz, Sinn and Storey. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ']'he Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Keenan. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by City Attorney Wynder. CiTY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 PRESENTATION: A presentation of Community Service Plaques were given to Former Cable Television & Technology Commissioner Karen Baker, Senior Citizens Commissioner Grace Crow, and Traffic Commissioner Robert Hawkins. REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION AGENDA/WORKSHOP: The Mayor asked for the report of the Workshop and Closed Session Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. City Manager Importuna advised that the City Council had met for a Workshop regarding "SkateBIock" Products. City Hall property and improvements on Lincoln Avenue have been damaged recently by skateboard activities. Staff presented the Council with design feature changes in these areas to minimize and deter skateboard damage. Staff was given direction to pursue the purchase of these products and return to Council at a later date for consideration. The second workshop item was a City Council and Cypress Redevelopment Agency joint workshop. The items of discussion involved three redevelopment project areas in which the time frames for eminent domain will expire in the near future. Council gave staff direction to take the necessary actions and bring back to Council at a later date a proposal from consultants to assist in extending the terms of the eminent domain features in these plans. City Attorney Wynder advised that following the workshop the City Council met in Closed Session. At that time, the Council conferred with Labor Negotiator, Richard Storey, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, to provide a privileged and confidential status report on the nature and content of negotiations with the Cypress Police Management Association and Cypress Police Officers Association. Unanimous consensus of the Council was received to authorize the City's Negotiator to make a further proposal to both associations. In addition, the City Council met and conferred, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (b), due to anticipated litigation in one case. The City Attorney rendered a privileged and confidential status report on the nature of the exposure to litigation. No action was taken on the item, nor was any solicited. The City Council also met and conferred, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, regarding a Public Employee Discipline/Release. Unanimous consensus of the Council was received to authorize, with Council Member McCoy not participating (Council Member McCoy arrived at 6:30 p.m.), the engagement of an administrative law judge to hear and make recommendation to the Council on an employee discipline matter. A request was made by the City Attorney to add an item to the Agenda to receive and file the City Clerk's Certification that there are not more candidates than offices to be elected at the November 7, 2000, General Municipal Election. It was moved by Council Member Sondhi, and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McGill, to add item 17a. to the Agenda, to receive and file the City Clerk's Certification that there are not more Candidates than Offices to be elected. The motion unanimously carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE-HALF HOUR. (THREE MINUTES PER SPEAKER, SPEAKING ONCE.) Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked anyone who wished to speak on any topic not included on the meeting Agenda to come forward. Robert Mumey, 5255 Halifax Drive, Cypress, first approached the podium, stating his concerns about the parking issues near the Oxford Academy during the evening, as well as Saturday activities. He obtained pictures of the area and notified the Council that the Police Department was issuing several citations for illegal parking in this area. He is concerned that rather than parking on the neighboring streets, participants and observers should be notified of other alternative parking areas. Phil Wendel, President Elect of the Chamber of Commerce, next spoke regarding the Award of the Vehicle Towing and Storage Contract (Agenda Item #2). He stated his support of Chuck Hansen and his company, as he believes they are doing a fine job for the City. Brian Bembry, 10532 Eudora Circle, Cypress, spoke regarding several code enforcement issues relating to his surrounding neighbors. He stated that he has notified the City of these particular issues, but feels that the problems have not been addressed or corrected. Karen Baker, formed Cable Television & Technology Commissioner, informed the Council that the 14-and-under Cypress Girls Softball Ali-Star Team returned from Texas after placing 5th in the nation out of 48 teams in the national tournament. She expressed her pride in the girls and thanked the Council for their support. Sgt. Jim OIson, representing the Cypress Police Officers Association, expressed support and endorsement of Cypress Auto Tow (Agenda Item #2), as police officers have continually enjoyed a good partnership with the company after 30 years of service. Paul Morales, member of the Cypress Police Officers Association, also spoke in favor of Cypress Auto Tow (Agenda Item #2), stating that they are conveniently located in our city and are extremely considerate to the public. In his opinion, they are very professional, compassionate and dependable. Mike Welsh, of Mr. C's Towing Service, Los Alamitos, spoke about his company's qualifications and the benefits to the City of awarding the towing contract to Mr. C's Towing Service (Agenda Item #2). He also suggested a possible rotation schedule of calls using all three tow service companies, in lieu of awarding the contract to one company. Tom Lewis, Sequoia Street, Cypress, representing Rossmoor Towing (Agenda Item #2), notified the Council that he was in the audience if they had any specific questions relating to the award of contract for towing service. AWARD Of CONTRACT: Item No. 1 RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (CLETEP) PROGRAM AND TO AWARD CONTRACTS TO PURCHASE CRIME MAPPING SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL IMAGING EQUIPMENT: The Chief of Police presented the staff report, which described the City of Cypress being awarded a $64,982 grant from the State of California, Department of Justice, for the purpose of enhancing local law enforcement technology, to address problems relating to crime suppression and crime prevention activities. Staff conducted research and selected two vendors for the acquisition of a Computerized Crime Analysis System, consisting of sophisticated hardware and advanced crime mapping software to scientifically analyze crime in the 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 City of Cypress, and a Digital Imaging Management System, which will enable personnel to capture, store and manage digital images by integrating a sophisticated system of digital cameras with computers. Staff recommends that the City Council accept the awarded grant sum of $64,982, and approve the various fund transfers as outlined in the staff report, and dispense with bidding as outlined in the Cypress City Code, Section 21A-10 (c) Sole Source Vendor. At the request of Council Member Sondhi, Chief Hensley responded that the Omega Group will provide three licensed copies of Crime View~, and the Police Department will purchase one additional computer, as they already have two computers that are compatible with the software. Council Member Keenan inquired about the costs for future upgrades and the ongoing expenses of equipment. Chief Hensley responded that the responsibility will be that of the City through the budget process, or another grant, and estimates the annual cost of expenses to be in the range of $1,000 - $2,000. Chief Hensley stated, at the request of Mayor Pro Tern McGill, that the software, digital imaging and digital mapping is compatible to future uses with Public Works. Council Member McCoy thanked the Chief and his staff for applying for the grant. It was moved by Council Member McCoy, and seconded by Council Member Keenan, to accept the grant sum of $64,982 from the State of California, Department of Justice, Office of Criminal Justice Panning and; to increase estimated revenue in account 3525- 11, Other Grant Revenues, in the General Fund and approve the transfer from unreserved fund balance of the General Fund to Capital Replacement Fund in the amount of $64,982 and; to appropriate $30,000 for the purchase of mapping software and hardware into account 4403-90-657-36 and to award the contract to the Omega Group, Inc. San Diego, CA and; to appropriate $34,982 for the purchase of a Digital Image Management System, hardware and software, into account 4463-90-656-35 and award the contract to Linear Systems of Rancho Cucamonga, CA and; to dispense with the bidding process as outlined in the Cypress City Code, Section 21A-10(c) - Sole Source Vendor. The motion unanimously carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Item No. 2 AWARD OF VEHICLE TOWING AND STORAGE CONTRACT The Director of Finance and Administrative Services presented the staff report in which an informal bid process was completed to contract a towing company to provide vehicle towing and storage services in cases of accidents, parking violation tows, vehicle asset seizures, etc. Certain minimum requirements were met by all three bidders. Staff is recommending that the City Council award the contract for Vehicle Towing and Storage to the lowest responsible bidder, Rossmoor Towing, for a three (3) year period. Council Member Keenan stated his concerns with the bidding process. The Director of Finance and Administrative Services informed the Council that neither bidder had previous knowledge of the other bids. Council Member Keenan also expressed concerns that the actual proposal amount will be the actual cost that is billed to the resident. The Director of Finance and Administrative Services stated that once contracted, the City does not conduct audits of costs billed to residents by the towing company. The City Attorney clarified for Council Member McCoy that the awarded contractor must not subcontract, and if so, could be a basis of disqualification. At the request of Council Member Sondhi, the Director of Finance and Administrative Services clarified that he is not aware of any problems with Cypress Auto Tow. He CiTY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 also stated onsite inspections were done at each facility, and indicated that each had met the minimum requirements. The City Attorney reiterated that the Council had the latitude to award the contract to any vendor. Council Member McCoy stated that he regards the opinion of those working with the current tow company as important to him. In reference to the letter from the Chief of Police, he himself states that his department is very satisfied with the current towing company. Council Member McCoy stated that he feels it is important to provide the best service to the community as well as to City employees in order to expedite their job responsibilities. He also feels the City should not necessarily use the cheapest service, but should value the opinions of those involved with the service. Mayor Pro Tem McGill stated that in the best interest of the City, this contract should go out to bid. He also expressed concerns with the rotational service, and therefore suggested a primary contract and an alternative contract. Council Member Keenan stated that he believes a need exists for more than a sole source provider, as competition will provide better service to the residents. He feels that the three towing companies are all qualified, local contractors, and any one of them should provide excellent service to our community. The Director of Finance and Administrative Services responded to Council Member Sondhi that the City basically accepted the word of each contractor when asked if they could meet the fifteen minute turn around time as stated in our contract. Further discussion ensued. It was moved by Council Member Keenan, and seconded by Council Member McCoy, to direct staff to bring back three options to Council at a later date, for an Award of Vehicle Towing and Storage Contract to include: 1) Sole Source Provider, 2) Multiple vendor provider with a hierarchy of responses, and 3) Rotation of vendors of pure rotation. The motion unanimously carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNClLMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the Agenda. It was moved by Council Member Keenan, and seconded by Council Member McCoy, to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Item No. 3: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 24, 2000. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 24, 2000, as submitted. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 Item No. 4: MOTION TO INTRODUCE AND/OR ADOPT ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION BY TITLE ONLY AND TO WAIVE FURTHER READING. Item No. 5: PROCLAIMING AUGUST 11-13, 2000, AS "CALIFORNIA SQUARE DANCE COUNCIL WEEKEND" IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim August 11 - 13, 2000, as "California Square Dance Council Weekend" in the City of Cypress. Item No. 6: PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 2000, AS "PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim September 2000, as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in the City of Cypress. Item No. 7: PROCLAIMING NOVEMBER 8, 2000, AS "NATIONAL YOUNG READER'S DAY" IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim November 8, 2000, as "National Young Reader's Day" in the City of Cypress. Item No. 8: APPROVAL OF DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2000-23, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A MASONRY ENCLOSURE AND INSTALL AN EMERGENCY GENERATOR AT MITSUBISHI MOTORS CREDIT OF AMERICA AT 6363 KATELLA AVENUE IN THE PC-2 CYPRESS CORPORATE CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN ZONE. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Design Review Committee Permit No. 2000-23 - with conditions. RESOLUTION NO. 5279 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2000-23 - WITH CONDITIONS. Item No. 9: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS COMMENDING BOY SCOUTS MICHAEL AARON FRITZ AND JAMES MATTHEW NERRIE ON ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolutions by title only, titles as follows, commending Boy Scouts Michael Aaron Fritz and James Matthew Nerrie on attaining the Rank of Eagle Scout. RESOLUTION NO. 5280 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COMMENDING BOY SCOUT MICHAEL AARON FRITZ ON ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT. RESOLUTION NO. 5281 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COMMENDING BOY SCOUT JAMES MA'r'FHEW NERRIE ON ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT. Item No. 10: APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR GAY STREET ROCK SWALE DRAINAGE SYSTEM, TRACT NO. 15754, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9906. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 Recommendation: That the City Council approve Contract Change Order No. 1 for Construction of Crescent Avenue and Gay Street Master Plan Storm Drain for Tract No. 15754, Public Works Project No. 9906, to the Olson Company, 3020 Old Ranch Parkway, Suite 250, Seal Beach, California 90740, in the amount of $4,772.95. Item No. 11: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NOS. M001-R1 AND M002-R1 TO LOCAL AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 12-5330 TO SECURE FEDERAL FUNDING FOR WALKER STREET REHABILITATION, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9841, AND BALL ROAD IMPROVEMENT, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9840. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, Authorizing the City Engineer to Execute the Program Supplement Agreement No. M001-R1 and M002-R1 to Local Agency-State Agreement No. 12-5330 to Secure Federal Funding for Walker Street Rehabilitation, Public Works Project No. 9841, and Ball Road Improvement, Public Works Project No. 9840. RESOLUTION NO. 5282 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NOS. M001-R1 AND M002- R1 TO LOCAL AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 12-5330 TO SECURE FEDERAL FUNDING FOR WALKER STREET REHABILITATION, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9841, AND BALL ROAD IMPROVEMENT, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9840. Item No. 12: STATEMENT OF GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE. Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions: 1) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, finding that the County's proposed acquisition of an easement for street improvement and storm drain purposes at the northeast corner of Belmont Street and Merten Avenue conforms with the General Plan, and 2) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, providing for the exception from the conformity finding provisions as allowed by the California Government Code Section 65402. RESOLUTION NO. 5283 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AFFIRMING THE CONFORMANCE OF COUNTY OF ORANGE RIGHT OF WAY PROJECT NO. 99-081 WITH THE CYPRESS GENERAL PLAN. RESOLUTION NO. 5284 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, PROVIDING FOR EXCEPTIONS FROM THE CONFORMITY FINDING PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65402. Item No. 13: REVIEW OF INVESTMENT PROGRAM FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2000. Recommendation: Receive and file. Item No. 14: REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO RESPOND TO ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY REPORT -"THE RAINY SEASON'S 'FIRST FLUSH' HITS THE HARBORS OF ORANGE COUNTY" ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL. Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to formally respond in writing to the findings and recommendations of the Orange County Grand Jury on Behalf of the City Council CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 as contained in the 1999-2000 Orange County Grand Jury report entitled "The Rainy Season's 'First Flush' Hits the Harbors of Orange County." Item No. 15: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AMENDED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE ORANGE COUNTY CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, to approve the proposed amendments to the Joint Powers Agreement for the Orange County Cities Risk Management Authority. RESOLUTION NO. 5285 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING AMENDMENT OF THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE ORANGE COUNTY CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY. Item No. 16: INCREASE FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION AMOUNT FOR CONTINGENCIES. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Administrative Policy increasing the amount designated for contingencies in the City's General Fund from twenty (20) percent to twenty-five (25) percent of the General Fund's annual operating expenditures. Recreation & Park District Matters: Item No. 17: APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR CARPETING CYPRESS COMMUNITY CENTER, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 2000-16. Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the plans and design specifications for carpeting the Cypress Community Center and authorize City staff to advertise the project for bids. END OF CONSENTCALENDAR Council Member Keenan commented on Item No. 9, in which he attended a ceremony for Eagle Court recipient, Michael Fritz, at the John Tracy Clinic in Long Beach. Michael built a full working playhouse for deaf children under the age of five. Council Member Keenan commended Michael for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Mayor Pro Tem McGill also stated that he attended the Eagle Court of Honor at Servite High School for James Matthew Nerrie and commended him as well. Item No. 17a: CITY CLERKS CERTIFICATION THAT THERE ARE NOT MORF CANDIDATES THAN OFFICES TO BE ELECTED. The City Attorney reported that the filing period has expired for the November 7, 2000, General Municipal Election, and only the two incumbents have filed for the two positions. The Elections Code allows certain courses of action to be taken by the City Council. This is the first time in the City of Cypress that only the incumbents have filed. A notice of facts stated in the Certificate will be published on August 16, 2000, in a newspaper of general circulation in the City. After the fifth day following the date of publication, the City Council will meet again to either make the appointment or direct an election to be held. The person appointed, if any, shall qualify and take office and serve exactly as if elected at a municipal election for the office. The special meeting which could be held on Monday, August 21, 2000 in the Executive Board Room of City Hall, will consider two actions, appoint the person(s), or hold the election. It is staff's recommendation to receive and file this notice. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 It was moved by Council Member Sondhi, and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McGill, to receive and file the City Clerks Certification that there are not more candidates than offices to be elected, and to hold a special meeting of the City Council on August 21, 2000 at 5:00 p.m. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:30 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item No. 18: CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 97-3 AND AN AMENDMENT TO ALLOW SUNDAY SALES OPERATIONS AT THE USED AUTOMOBILE SALES LOT LOCATED AT 9060 WALKER STREET. The Community Development Director presented the staff report in which on June 12, 2000, the Council conducted a public hearing regarding an Extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 97-3 and an Amendment to allow Sunday Sales Operation at the Used Automobile Sales Lot located at Action Auto Sales, 9060 Walker Street. The Community Development Director reviewed a location map of the project site, which is a commercial zone that is adjacent to a residential zone. Upon hearing comments and complaints from neighbors at the June 12, 2000, City Council meeting, the City Council continued this item to allow staff to conduct mediation between the applicant and the affected residents. On June 20, 2000, the Community Development Director and the City Attorney facilitated a mediation session between the applicant and five residents of properties surrounding the Action Auto Sales property. The residents communicated negative support for the addition of Sunday sales operations, regardless of any actions taken to address the existing traffic and parking related issues. Through further mediation, staff and neighbors identified additional action items to address their concerns. Staff is recommending that the City Council adopt the Resolution for approval of a one-year extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 97-3, subject to the original and amended conditions in Exhibits "A" and "B" and the current amended conditions in Exhibit "C" of the Resolution, but also for denial of the amendment to add Sunday sales operations. Notices of this public hearing were posted, published, and mailed to the owners of all properties located within 300 feet of the subject parcel. Staff heard from two neighbors, Ms. Preuss and Mr. Canada, both indicating their opposition to Sunday sales. Mayor Pro Tem McGill opened the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked the applicant, if present, to come forward. Mr. Nat Briganti, the owner of Action Auto Sales, came forward and presented additional signage and other alternatives that will help alleviate some of the traffic problems. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the application. Mr. Robert Sunwall, 5486 Vista Sierra, Cypress, and a Mr. Ken Rempel came forward to speak in favor of Mr. Briganti and his business, including Sunday sales. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the application. Ms. Klm Preuss, and Mr. Rick Preuss, 5552 Bishop St., Cypress, came forward and stated that they believe that the new signage and the test drive signature flyer will help tremendously, however they are still opposed to Sunday sales. They stated that a blatant disregard to the previous conditions have been witnessed on Sundays. 10 CtTY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 Mr. lan Barker, 5532 Bishop Street, and Michael Spelman, 5572 Bishop Street, Cypress, also stated their opposition to Sunday sales. The applicant, Mr. Briganti, responded briefly to the statements made and informed the Council that his business is suffering without Sunday sales. Mayor Pro Tem McGill closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem McGill commended staff for the mediation process, and stated that he agrees that Mr. Briganti's business would suffer without Sunday sales. He feels the Council is exhausted with this issue and that this project must move forward. Council Member Sondhi concurred with Mayor Pro Tern McGill and commented that it appears that both sides are making progress through the mediation process. Council Member Sondhi stated that she is in agreement with the alternative action as provided by staff. Council Member McCoy also concurred and commended the progress made by the applicant and the residents. It was moved by Council Member Keenan, and seconded by Council Member Sondhi, to adopt the Resolution approving the one-year extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 97-3, subject to the amended and additional conditions of approval in Exhibit "C" of the Resolution, including an additional condition allowing the applicant to return after six (6) months from the date of the final City Council action for a no-fee reevaluation by the City Council based on a review of code enforcement and police records to consider limited Sunday sales hours. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 NOES: 1 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy RESOLUTION NO. 5286 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING A ONE (1) YEAR EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 97-3 - WITH REVISED CONDITIONS. Item No. 19: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2000-07, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16057, A REQUEST TO DEVELOP 'rWENTY (20) DETACHED CONDOMINIUMS LOCATED AT 5642-5666 SPRAGUE AVENUE IN THE RM-15 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE-FAMILY ZONE: The Community Development Director presented the staff report, which includes a continuation of a request to develop twenty (20) detached condominiums located at 5642-5666 Sprague Avenue. This item was previously presented on June 26, 2000, at which time the public expressed concerns regarding the density of the project, insufficient parking, privacy issues and inadequate area on Sprague Avenue for trash containers. The applicant has submitted revised plans eliminating one unit, a reconfiguration of parking and modification to certain units. The project also contains two new onsite trash enclosures. Staff is recommending that the City Council Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, De Minimis Findings, and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and; Adopt the attached Resolutions approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-07, and Tentative Tract Map No. 16057, subject to the conditions attached in Exhibit "A". Notices of this public hearing were previously posted, published, and mailed to the owners of all properties located within 300 feet of the subject property. As a result of the original public hearing notice, staff received comments from adjacent neighbors regarding the density of the project, insufficient parking, unit orientation, and trash container storage. 11 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 At the request of Council Member Keenan, the Community Development Director stated that Condition #44, relating to keeping the trash containers areas free of trash and debris, and remaining operable and in good condition, would be code enforceable and dealt with on a complaint basis. Mayor Pro Tern McGill opened the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked the applicant, if present, to come forward. Mr. K.C. Chang, the Developer, came forward and stated that he returns with the necessary requested changes to the project. He has personally met with the concerned neighbors, whom are now, for the most part, content with the project. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the application. Manuel Monge, 8631 Cypress Avenue, Cypress, came forward and commended Mr. Chang and the City for listening to the needs of the neighbors, but stated that he is still concerned with parking issues. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if thers was anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the application. Ken Rempel, 8642 Cypress Avenue, Cypress, came forward to thank Mr. Chang for his mediation with the neighborhood, but stated that he still is not in agreement with the project due to potential traffic problems and parking issues. Mr. Chang again came forward to address the traffic and parking concerns. Mayor Pro Tem McGill closed the public hearing. Council Member Keenan commented that he met with Mr. Chang, and feels that he has now addressed most of the concerns of the neighbors. Council Member Keenan stated that the zoning is appropriate and adequate. Council Member McCoy questioned the cubic feet of trash cans, and stated his concern with the piling up of trash. The Community Development Director confirmed the dimensions of the trash containers, and assured the Council that with an onsite trash container, the hauler would pick up trash at least twice a week, eliminating any pile up. Council Member McCoy also reiterated that he feels the applicant has addressed the concerns of the neighbors. Council Member Sondhi also agreed with Council Member McCoy and Council Member Keenan in commending Mr. Chang in respect to the changes to the project in response to the concerns of the neighborhood. Council Member McCoy expressed concerns that the trash containers do not have a lid to prevent unnecessary odor. The Community Development Director stated that they are enclosed containers with a gate. It was moved by Council Member McCoy, and seconded by Council Member Sondhi, to Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, De Minimis Findings, and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and; Adopt the attached Resolutions approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-07, and Tentative Tract Map No. 16057, with amended conditions, and to include a condition to include lids for the onsite trash containers. RESOLUTION NO. 5287 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2000~07 - WITH CONDITIONS. 12 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 5288 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16057 - WITH CONDITIONS. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Mayor Pre Tern McGill recessed the meeting at 9:55p.m. and reconvened at 10:05p.m. Item No. 20: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING VARIANCE NO. 2000-02, A REQUEST TO ALLOW A 62-INCH TALL FENCE WITHIN THE RESIDENTIAL FRONT YARD SETBACK LOCATED AT 8469 BEACH CIRCLE, CYPRESS The Community Development Director presented the staff report of a request for a variance to allow a 62-inch tall fence within the residential front yard setback located at 8469 Beach Circle, Cypress. The application is a result of a complaint from a resident that the subject fence was constructed without permits, and after investigation found the same to be true, as the fence was also 62 inches high, exceeding the City's front fence height standards. Staff is recommending that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution for denial of Variance No. 2000-02, and direct the applicants to remove or reduce the fence to bring it into compliance within thirty (30) days. Notices of this public hearing were posted, published, and mailed to the owners of all properties located within 300 feet of the subject parcel. To date, staff has received one letter in support of the fence as a nice improvement to the neighborhood, and one telephone communication. Mayor Pro Tem McGill opened the public hearing. Mayor Pre Tern McGill asked the applicant, if present, to come forward. Max Ahmadi, 5215 E. Fern Haven Lane, Anaheim, representing the applicant, came forward and gave a brief history of events leading up to this application. He discussed other applications for variance in the past and believes precedence has been set in four other cases of approval. He believes denial based on safety is not the case here. He states that it is decorative fence and only part of it is 62 inches in height. He feels the construction is safe. In regards to traffic problems, the fence is wrought iron, and therefore can be seen through. Mr. Ahmadi challenged certain aspects of the staff report, in regards to the safety of the fence and traffic issues. Mr. Ahmadi presented the Council with a Statement of Support for the Fence Height Petition signed by twenty- one residents. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the application. Mr. Vasken Tatarian, 8469 Beach Circle, Cypress, the owner of the home, spoke in regards to the acquisition of the property, the vandalism problems he has experienced in the home, and asked the Council to allow the fence to remain for security reasons. He stated that the cost of removing and replacing the fence would be significant. Mr. Harout Tatarian, 9623 Augusta Court, Cypress, spoke in favor of the applicant, and stated that there is a need for this fence due to the safety of the resident and his property. Mayor Pro Tem McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the application. No one wished to speak in opposition of the application. Mayor Pro Tern McGill closed the public hearing. 13 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 The applicant responded to Council Member Sondhi that all the incidents that have occurred at his property were reported to the police, and stated that he believes these are acts of random vandalism. Mayor Pro Tem McGill inquired about the fencing along the side of the property. The Community Development Director responded that there is a slight increase in topography as you go up to the house to prevent flooding, but it is not defined as a retaining wall. The area is setback twenty (20) feet from Beach Circle. Continuing on Crescent Avenue, the wall may extend to seven (7) feet high, which could protect the house and would not prove a concern for site distance. Mayor Pro Tem McGill commented that the fence was built when the property was part of the City, and therefore cannot agree to variances. Council Member Sondhi expressed her concern with the current Ordinance in place. She stated that she feels a need exists to visit the intent of this particular Ordinance in a workshop. The Community Development Director responded that certain police reports relating to vandalism complaints were unavailable, and those found were not clearly stated as cases of vandalism. Council Member Keenan expressed concern with the snowball effect in allowing one resident a variance and also with the building of a fence without a permit. Mayor Pro Tern McGill stated, and Council Member McCoy agreed, that the Council must be consistent and fair to all who come before the Council, but also must maintain adherence to the Code. Mayor Pro Tem McGill expressed concern with the topography and the corner issue. It was moved by Council Member McCoy, and seconded by Council Member Keenan, to adopt the attached Resolution for denial of Variance No. 2000-02, and direct the applicants to remove or reduce the fence to bring it into compliance within thirty (30) days. RESOLUTION NO. 5289 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DENYING AVARIANCE FROM THE TERMS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, SECTIONS 9.23.A AND C, TO ALLOW A 62-INCH TALL FENCE WITHIN A RESIDENTIAL FRONT YARD SETBACK. The motion carried unanimously by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy NEW BUSINESS: Item No. 21: REQUEST TO REMOVE A PARKWAY TREE AT 11543 HALAWA LANE. The Public Works Director presented the criteria for parkway tree removal. He then presented the staff report in which a request was made to remove a magnolia parkway tree at 11543 Halawa Lane. The tree was not on the approved tree list, and was healthy, with no damage to sewers and only minor sidewalk damage. The tree did not meet the criteria for removal, and the request was subsequently denied. The resident is appealing staffs decision. Staff is recommending that the City Council hear Mr. Garzon's appeal and provide direction to staff on whether the street tree should be removed or left in place. 14 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 At the request of Council Member Sondhi, the Public Works Director stated that the City Maintenance employees cannot assist homeowners with the collection and removal of leaves on private property, but leaves in the street would be picked up by the sweeper. Council Member Sondhi reminded the Council that the City has previously replaced trees at the homeowner's expense. It was moved by Council Member Sondhi, and seconded by Council Member Keenan that the City offer the opportunity to Mr. Jaime Garzon, 11543 Halawa Lane, to purchase a 36" box tree on the City's approved street tree list from the City at an approximate cost of $300.00. Mayor Pro Tem McGill discussed the fact that a street tree policy workshop will be coming up in the near future, and suggested postponing a decision on this tree, as there is no real apparent damage. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 NOES: 1 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, and Sondhi COUNCILMEMBERS: McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Item No. 22: REQUEST TO REMOVE A PARKWAY TREE AT 6113 LAWRENCF STREET. The Public Works Director presented the staff report in which a request to remove a parkway bottle tree at 6113 Lawrence Street was denied. The tree is on the approved tree list, but it is a healthy tree, with no damage to sewers or any other facilities. The tree did not meet the criteria for removal, and the resident is appealing staff's decision. Staff is recommending that the City Council hear Ms. Doran's appeal, and provide direction to staff on whether the street tree should be removed or left in place. At the request of Council Member McCoy, the Public Works Director stated that the City has never sent letters to residents asking if they would like their tree removed. Only in remote cases was this ever done. Council Member Sondhi stated that at one time, the City granted the opportunity for residents to change out their parkway trees. Mayor Pro Tem McGill stated that that letters were indeed sent out, but only to residents where trees had caused extensive damage, and allowing residents to pick from the eight City approved trees. Council Member Keenan stated that he inspected the particular tree in question, and the health of the tree is questionable. He noted that most of the neighboring trees are queen palms. It was moved by Council Member Keenan, and seconded by Council Member Sondhi, that the City offer the opportunity to Ms. Victoria Doran, 6113 Lawrence Street, to purchase a 36" box tree on the City's approved street tree list from the City at a cost of $327.04. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 NOES: 1 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, and Sondhi COUNCILMEMBERS: McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Item No. 23: APPOINTMENT TO THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION. The City Clerk presented the staff report and stated that at the 5:30 session on July 24, 2000, the Council interviewed four applicants for the Cultural Arts Commission. After careful 15 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 deliberation, the City Council selected Mr. Ron Hoshi to fill the vacancy for a four-year term. It was moved by Council Member McCoy, and seconded by Council Member Keenan, to appoint Mr. Ron Hoshi to a four-year term to the Cultural Arts Commission. Council Member Keenan stated that the Council interviewed four outstanding applicants, and would encourage them to apply for other positions. Council Member Keenan further stated that it was a difficult decision for the Council, but he is looking forward to working with Ron Hoshi. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Item No. 24: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 44228-44449. It was moved by Council Member Keenan, and seconded by Council Member McCoy, to approve the Warrant List for Warrants No. 44228 through 44449 in the amount of $882,708.38. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors. No items were presented. Mayor Pro Tern McGill recessed the meeting at 11:10 p.m., to enable to Council to convene as the City of Cypress Redevelopment Agency. CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: Acting as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. The Cypress City Council, PRESENT: Agency Board Members Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, Agency Vice Chairman McGill ABSENT: Agency Chairperson Piercy Item No. 25: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE LINCOLN AVENUE REVITALIZATION FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. The Community Development Director presented the staff report. In response to Agency Board direction, staff circulated an RFP to eleven consulting and financial firms to seek proposals for the "turnkey" administration of the Lincoln Avenue Revitalization Facade Improvement Program. Four firms submitted proposals, all of which appeared to address the services requested, but varied widely in their quotes. Housing Programs (HP) was the firm that provided the lowest proposed fee for services. Staff is recommending that Council award a contract to Housing Programs for the turnkey administration of the Lincoln Avenue Revitalization Facade Improvement Program. The Community Development Director responded to Council Member Sondhi that with the amount of funds budgeted this year, approximately ten (10) businesses on Lincoln Avenue will benefit from these loans. The Community Development Director stated that a continued amount will be budgeted in the next fiscal year. 16 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 It was moved by Agency Board Member Sondhi, and seconded by Agency Board Member Keenan, to award a contract to Housing Programs for the turnkey administration of the Lincoln Avenue Revitalization Facade Improvement Program. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McCoy, Sondhi, and McGill COUNClLMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy Mayor Pro Tem McGill adjourned the meeting of the City of Cypress Redevelopment Agency at 11:13 p.m., and reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 11:14 p.m. REPORT BY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS: Mayor Pro Tem McGill requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member Keenan: Attended an all day League of Cities State Policy Meeting on Transportation and Communication in Public Works held in San Francisco, along with Council Member Sondhi. Received feedback on where the legislation is heading right now, as well as input on the direction of policies that the State League will take in the future. Attended an Orange County Transportation Authority committee meeting where the accelerated purchase of additional transit buses for the access programs was approved, allowing for the acceleration of retirement of buses that have reached 100,000 miles. Also attended the League of Cities dinner attended last week. The state lobbyist for the League gave a presentation regarding legislation. Mayor Pro Tem McGill was appointed to the Resolutions Committee and Susan Ritschel of San Clemente was elected as 2nd Vice President. Attended an OCTA board meeting this morning, discussing the overview of the outreach efforts for OCTA's straightlining program, which is called "Point to Point." Route numbers will be changing, and therefore the board is making a great effort to outreach groups, including seniors and handicapped persons. The Board will have Transit Ambassadors, who are retired drivers and management staff, at the bus stops to assist with routing. From September 11-14, 2000, the bus ride will be free for riders, to promote the new program. Council Member McCoy: Attended the Orange County Fire Authority meeting, and reported that they are still in negotiations with the Fire Fighters Association. A reorganization was done and Shawn Boyd was elected Chairperson and Susan Ritschel Vice Chairperson. Mayor Piercy signed the agreement with the Fire Authority for a Joint Powers Agreement, due to the negotiations for a ten (10) year term. Council Member Sondhi: Attended a Housing and Community Development Commission meeting in which they elected Jim Palmer as the new Chair and Jim Righeimer as the new Vice Chair. The committee approved a multi-year funding allocation policy for all federal funds, which would be a two year cycle beginning 2001-02 through 2002-03. Attended the League of Cities State Policy meeting with Council Member Keenan, and reviewed the State Budget Funds Allocation for Housing. Nineteen programs were outlined encompassing 673 million dollars, with two programs appearing to have some 17 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 14, 2000 merit for Cypress--- the Jobs-Housing Balance Improvement Program and The Downtown Rebound Program. Also attended the Orange County Regional Airport Authority meeting where several items were discussed. A contract was approved to retain a consultant until a new Executive Director is retained. An active discussion of OCRAA's mission and direction took place, which will continue to be on hold pending the challenge to Measure F. Mayor Pro Tem McGill: Attended the Joint Legislative Mixer at the Marriott with the City Manager. They met with Supervisor Silva, who discussed the possible addition of a Regional Park in northwest Orange County. State Senator Ross Johnson and Congressman Ed Royce were also in attendance. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. No items were presented. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. No items were presented. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Pro Tern McGill adjourned the meeting at 11:30 p.m. to Monday, August 21, 2000, at 5:00 p.m. in the Board Room, West Wing of City Hall, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. ~" MAYOR OF THE CITY O~Q4CPRESS ATTEST: c, .k O¢-T C T o, c¥,..ss 18