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Minutes 2001-12-10096 MINUTES OFA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD December 10, 2001 A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:38 p.m. by Mayor McGill in the Executive Board Room, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. PRESENT: Council Members Keenan, McCoy, Piercy, Mayor Pro Tern Sondhi, Mayor McGill ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance and Administrative Services, Community Development Director, Chief of Police, Public Works Director, Recreation and Community Services Director, Assistant to the City Manager, Engineering Associate, Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Management Assistant. The Public Works Director stated that there have been some traffic issues on Orange Avenue primarily at Lexington Junior High School and between Valley View and Walker. The Engineering Associate stated that over the last several years, staff has received comments from the public regarding traffic concerns on Orange Avenue. The first area of concern is between Walker and Valley View Street. The residents are concerned that speeds have increased recently and that there is an increase in traffic accidents. The second area is at Lexington Junior High School, primarily during the morning drop off and afternoon pick up. The Engineering Associate stated Orange Avenue is classified as a secondary arterial highway per the County's Master Plan. The width of the street is 64 feet curb to curb, which accommodates four through lanes that are undivided without a median. The acceptable capacity level is 22,500 vehicles per day. The Engineering Associate reviewed the data provided to the Council on speed surveys and traffic volumes on Orange Avenue. He stated eight different traffic studies have been done on Orange between Walker and Valley View over the past 25 years, including sight distance and traffic signal warrant studies. Accident studies have shown a pattern of two types of accidents in the area: parked vehicles being hit and rear end accidents of vehicles waiting to make a left turn. The Engineering Associate provided staff recommendations for reducing the number of accidents in the area and the costs to implement them. He stated a neighborhood meeting was held at the Community Center to discuss the various options. The residents were supportive of the recommendations with the exception of the elimination of on-street parking. He stated that over the years complaints have been received for the area near Lexington Junior High School. The congestion during drop off and pick up times is due to the onsite area being only 150 feet long. Parents will double park on the street and then make U-turns at the intersection of Orange and Via Entrada. There is also a problem area from the school driveway to the intersection of Denni, where pedestrians and bicycles must use the same area of sidewalk to try to get to the intersection. The Engineering Associate stated the Traffic Commission has reviewed the issue several times and made several recommendations. Education programs through the school and Police Department have also been done. He stated that several years ago CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 097 DECEMBER 10, 2001 staff, in working with the school district, proposed some onsite and right-of-way improvements, with the primary being taking the existing 150 foot area and removing parking along the north side of the parking lot, and extending the drop off area to 600 feet. A traffic signal with pedestrian crossing is also recommended and removing the existing marked uncontrolled crossing at Orange and Somerset/Via Entrada. Staff has learned that a recent grant request to fund the project has been turned down. However, the City's portion of the project is included in the 2002-2003 CIP budget. Mayor Pro Tern Sondhi asked if the City has enough funding in the current budget to begin the project sooner. The Public Works Director stated the project could be moved forward somewhat with construction possibly during the summer. There are some limitations in terms of the time required for design, ordering of materials, and other traffic signal issues. It was the consensus of the Council to approve staff's recommendations for the area near Lexington Junior High School and between Walker and Valley View Street. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi stated her concerns about the speed of travel on Orange Avenue. The Engineering Associate stated a speed survey is done to determine the speed of traffic on the street. This is done during off-peak hours when the speeds tend to be higher. The 85th percentile is the speed that the courts feel is a reasonable speed; 85% of the traffic is going at or below that speed. Speed limits are to be determined within five miles an hour of that 85th percentile. The Chief of Police stated citation enforcement is done for speeds at least seven to ten miles over the posted speed limit. Vehicles driving over the limit are being stopped and advised to slow down. Council Member Piercy asked about posting "Right Turn Only" signs on Orange between Walker and Valley View during peak traffic hours. At 6:31 p.m., the Mayor recessed the meeting. 7:00 P.M. SESSION: The 7:00 p.m. session of the City Council meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. by Mayor McGill. PRESENT: Council Members Keenan, McCoy, Piercy, Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi, Mayor McGill ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance and Administrative Services, Community Development Director, Chief of Police, Public Works Director, Recreation and Community Services Director, Assistant to the City Manager, Police Captains, Planning Manager, City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Management Assistant. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Piercy. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Father Simon Kim, St. Irenaeus Catholic Church. CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION: Mayor McGill introduced the City department heads and highlighted the accomplishments made by each department over the last year. He also thanked the CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 098 City Council for their involvement with the many organizations and boards they participate on and their involvement in the community. The Mayor thanked his wife and family for their support over the last year, The City Clerk opened the nominations for Mayor. Mayor McGill nominated Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi for the office of Mayor. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member McCoy, to close the nominations. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi was unanimously elected Mayor by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Mayor Sondhi then asked for nominations for the office of Mayor Pro Tem. Council Member Piercy nominated Council Member McCoy for the office of Mayor Pro Tern. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member McGill, to close the nominations. Council Member McCoy was unanimously elected Mayor Pro Tem by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Mayor Sondhi thanked the City Council for electing her Mayor. She stated she will continue to foster the team work and harmony the Council has exhibited for the last three years, and will continue to provide strong leadership. She welcomed the public to come to Council meetings and participate in the issues before the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem McCoy thanked the City Council for electing him as Mayor Pro Tem and for their support. He stated that each Council Member comes from a different professional background that provides different viewpoints on issues and helps the Council to work as a team. He thanked the City staff for their hard work. Mayor Sondhi presented outgoing Mayor Mike McGill with a plaque and thanked him for his service and leadership as Mayor. The City Council meeting was recessed at 7:33 p.m. The City Council meeting was reconvened at 7:53 p.m. PRESENTATIONS: Chief Hensley introduced new Cypress Police Department Captain Rick Hicks. REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDA/CLOSED SESSION: The Mayor asked for the report of the Workshop Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. The City Manager reported that a workshop was held to discuss traffic issues on Orange Avenue, particularly the areas near Lexington Junior High School and between Walker and Valley View Street near the Community Center. Staff provided a presentation to the Council on traffic data such as speeds, width of street, types of street, and some of the problems being faced in these two areas. The Council gave direction to staff to make some modifications to the streets and to install some traffic devices at a later date. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 The Mayor asked for the report of the Closed Session Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. The City Attorney reported that the Council met regarding Liability Claims, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95, Claimant: Michael Moull, Agency Claimed Against: City of Cypress. The City Council unanimously directed staff to reject the claim. No other action was taken in Closed Session, nor was any solicited. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE-HALF HOUR. (THREE MINUTES PER SPEAKER, SPEAKING ONCE.) Mayor Sondhi asked anyone who wished to speak on any topic not included on the meeting Agenda to come forward. Jay Sondhi, Cypress, provided a personal tribute to Mayor Sondhi. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item No. 1: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-19, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2001-01, ZONE CHANGE NO. 2001-01, AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16293, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT 19 CONDOMINIUM UNITS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MOODY STREET AND BISHOP STREET WITHIN THE CH COMMERCIAL HEAVY ZONE. The Associate Planner provided background information on this item. Mayor Pro Tem McCoy asked where the trash containers would be located. The Associate Planner stated the trash containers would be stored in the garages. Mayor Sondhi stated the condition requiring one vehicle to be parked in the garage at all times implies that one car will be stored and does not believe that is the intent of the language. The Planning Manager stated the condition could be changed to read that one vehicle can be parked in the required garage space on a regular basis. The applicant, Ed Bonanni, Bonanni Properties, stated staff has been very cooperative in reaching the site plan that is being presented to the City Council, and he looks forward to building his sixth project in Cypress. Council Member McGill asked the price range of the homes. Mr. Bonanni stated the smaller units will be approximately $200,000 and the larger units will be approximately $230,000. The public hearing was opened. Mayor Sondhi asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. D.K. Patel, Norwalk, spoke in support of the project. Frank and Janet Correia, Cypress, spoke in support of the project. Mayor S0ndhi asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. Mayor Pro Tem McCoy asked if there was any condition regarding trashcans being visible. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 .00 The Associate Planner stated a condition could be added to address this issue. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member Pieroy, to adopt the Resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 2001-01 and approve for first reading the Ordinance approving Zone Change No. 2001-01. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: None RESOLUTION NO. 5510 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2001-01, CHANGING THE GENERAL PLAN CLASSIFICATION OF THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 9061 MOODY STREET AND 4912-4952 BISHOP STREET FROM GENERAL NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE NO. 2001-01, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE FOUR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 9061 MOODY STREET AND 4912-4952 BISHOP STREET FROM CH HEAVY COMMERCIAL TO RM-20 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE-FAMILY. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member Piercy, to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, De Minimus Findings, and Mitigation Monitoring Program for the proposed project in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and adopt the Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-19, and Tentative Tract Map No. 16293, subject to the conditions of approval, as amended. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: None RESOLUTION NO. 5511 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-19 -WITH CONDITIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 5512 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16293 - WITH CONDITIONS. Item No. 2:. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-21, A REQUEST TO UPGRADE THE EXISTING OFFSALE BEER AND WlNF LICENSE TO AN OFFSALE GENERAL ALCOHOL LICENSE FOR THE MS MARKET LOCATED AT 4461 CERRITOS AVENUE IN THE CN COMMERCIAl NEIGHBORHOOD ZONE. The Associate Planner provided background information on this item. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 101 DECEMBER 10, 2001 The applicant, Mizanur Rahman, Cypress, stated he has another business in Buena Park and feels the sale of alcohol at this location will help increase his overall sales figures. The public hearing was opened. Mayor Sondhi asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Mayor Sondhi asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. It was moved by Council Member McGill and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McCoy, to adopt the Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-21 - with conditions. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: COUNCIL MEMBERS: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi None None RESOLUTION NO. 5513 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-21 - WITH CONDITIONS. CONSENT CALENDAR: Afl matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent CalendaF' 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 McGill and seconded by Council Member Piercy, to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 3 through 5. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Item No. 3: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF NOVEMBER 26, 2001. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of November 26, 2001, as submitted. 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: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 51323 THROUGH 51766. Recommendation: Approve the attached warrant register, END OF CONSENT CALENDAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 ORDINANCES: (SECOND READING) Item No. 6: SECOND READING OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2001- 06, A CITY INITIATED TEXT AMENDMENT TO THE CYPRESS ZONING ORDINANCE, AMENDING SECTION 29, APPENDIX "A" OF THE CYPRESS ZONING ORDINANCE (SIGNS), AMENDING SECTION 29.17.D (SPECIAL PURPOSE ZONES). It was moved by Council Member Piercy and seconded by Council Member McGill, to adopt the Ordinance Amending Section 29, Appendix "A" of the Cypress Zoning Ordinance (Signs), Amending Section 29.17.D Regarding Signs in Special Purpose Zones. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: 0 COUNClLMEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi None None ORDINANCE NO. 1019 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 29, APPENDIX "A" OF THE CYPRESS ZONING ORDINANCE (SIGNS), AMENDING SECTION 29.1 ?.D REGARDING SIGNS IN SPECIAL PURPOSE ZONES. UNFINISHED BUSINESS No items. NEW BUSINESS Item No. 7: APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBER TO VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMITTEES. The following appointments were discussed by the City Council: Orange County Sanitation District Anna Piemy- Representative Tim Keenan - Alternate League of California Cities Orange County Division Lydia Sondhi - Representative Frank McCoy - Alternate Santa Aha River Flood Protection Agency Mike McGill- Representative Frank McCoy - Alternate Southern California Association of Governments Tim Keenan - Representative Lydia Sondhi - Alternate City/Cypress School District Joint Steering Committee Anna Piercy Mike McGill Growth Management Area No. 2 (Measure M) Anna Piercy- Representative Mike McGill - Alternate Orange County Fire Authority Frank McCoy- Representative Mike McGill - Alternate League of California Cities Legislative Delegate Program Lydia Sondhi - Representative Frank McCoy - Alternate Orange County Library Advisory Board Anna Piercy- Representative Frank McCoy - Alternate CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 103 Joint Communications Center Executive Board Tim Keenan - Representative Frank McCoy - Alternate Orange County Council of Governments Tim Keenan - Representative Lydia Sondhi - Alternate Tim Keenan - Elected at large representative to the OCCOG Board SCAG Transportation/Communications Committee Tim Keenan (appointed by OCCOG Board) Orange County Regional Airport Authority Lydia Sondhi - Representative Mike McGill - Alternate West Orange County Cities Association Lydia Sondhi- Representative Tim Keenan - Alternate OCTA West Cities Rail Study Policy Committee Mike McGill- Representative Tim Keenan - Alternate Orange County Housing & Community Development Committee Lydia Sondhi Orange County Transportation Authority Tim Keenan - Director (term expires 1/03) State League Housing Community & Economic Development Policy Committee Lydia Sondhi (appointed by League) It was moved by Council Member McGill and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCoy, that the City Council confirm the Mayor's appointments to the various organizations and committees. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Goveming Board of Directors. Noitems. The City Council meeting was recessed at 9:03 p.m. CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. The Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 9:03 p.m. PRESENT: Agency Board Members Keenan, McCoy, Piercy, Agency Vice Chairperson Sondhi, Chairperson McGill ABSENT: None CITY COUNCIL MtNUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 104 New Business: Item No. 8: ELECTION OF AGENCY CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR. Agency Board Member McGill nominated the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem to serve as Agency Chair and Vice Chair. It was moved by Agency Board Member McGill and seconded by Agency Board Member Keenan, to close the nominations. Agency Vice Chair Sondhi and Agency Board Member McCoy were unanimously elected Agency Chair and Agency Vice Chair, respectively, by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 AGENCY MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy, and Sondhi 0 AGENCY MEMBERS: None 0 AGENCY MEMBERS: None The Redevelopment Agency meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m. The City Council meeting reconvened at 9:05 p.m. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. Linda Metzidis, Cypress Masterworks Chorale, invited the City Council to attend the Holiday Collage Concert with the Cypress Pops Orchestra at Grace Church on December 15, 2001, at 8:00 p.m. and December 16, 2001, at 3:00 p.m. Ana Maria Munoz, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 1 and concerns about parking. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor Sondhi requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member McGill: Attended the swearing in ceremony for Captain Hicks. Attended the Chamber of Commerce Extravaganza. Attended a meeting with Supervisor Jim Silva to discuss El Toro, John Wayne Airport, urban runoff, an update on the 22 Freeway, and the state budget. Attended the open house for the new Warland development. Attended a Home for the Holidays event for Acacia Adult Day Care at the Nixon Library. Council Member Piercy: Attended an Orange County Sanitation District meeting. Attended the National League of Cities conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Mayor Pro Tem McCoy: Has received an update regarding the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association lawsuits pending against the Orange County Fire Authority; one case, regarding volunteer firefighters, has been ruled in favor of the OCFA. The other case pending deals with the working conditions and the utilization of volunteer firefighters, Council Member Keenan: Attended an Orange County Transportation Authority committee meeting where it was voted to accelerate the final year of a contract for an outside consultant on a public outreach campaign to improve awareness of the bus system in Orange County. Attended a legislative breakfast for the Manufactured Housing Education Trust where he won the top prize of $750.00. The money will be donated to the CCSCC ($500.00) for their child advocacy program and the Women's Club of Cypress ($250.00) for their 9 105 CiTY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2001 veterans program. Attended the open house for the Warland development. Attended an Orange County Transportation Authority board meeting where it was voted to begin negotiations to purchase the 91 Toll Road or buy out the non-compete clause and a Public Member, Alternate was selected. Mayor Sondhi: Stated "A Christmas Carol" is currently being performed at the Cypress Community Theater. Attended the swearing in for Captain Hicks. Attended the Manufactured Housing Education Trust breakfast. She stated the Holiday Sing will be held on December 13, 2001, at 6:00 p.m. Stated the Police Department is willing to do vacation house checks during the holiday season ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER: No items. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Sondhi adjourned the meeting at 9:32 p.m. to Monday, December 17, 2001, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room. MAYOR ~,._~TH E CITY OF CYPRESS ATTEST: ~ry CLERK OF TR~3iTY OI~YPRESS 10