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Minutes 2002-01-14110 MINUTES CFA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD Januaw 14,2002 A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:33 p.m. by Mayor Sondhi in the Executive Board Room, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. PRESENT: Council Members Keenan, McGilI, Piercy, Mayor Pro Tem McCoy, Mayor Sondhi 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 Captain, Police Lieutenants, Police Sergeant, Engineering Associate, and City Clerk. The Chief of Police introduced the project team for the shooting range and training facility: Lt. Mike Idom, Allen Hibbs, architect, Alexander & Hibbs AIA, Inc., and Jim Goren, Engineering Associate. He stated the project was brought before the Council a year ago for approval. Some structural issues have arisen that must be addressed before the project can proceed. These are: Addition of several baffles around tension beams in parking structure. $25,000 Removal of large concrete column from center of shooting range. $55,000 Expand exterior mechanical well to accommodate HVAC system. $30,000 Retrofit vehicle ramp with a stairway to comply with Building Code for pedestrian access. $25,000 Equipment to ventilate the gym, property, and training rooms. $45,000 Construction of sophisticated bullet containment systems at sidewalls. $40,000 Installation of bullet resistant doors and glazing between the range office/ready room areas. $20,000 The Chief of Police stated that as a result of these issues, the project estimate is exceeding the original budgeted amount by $240,000. The best way to fund these additional charges, without impacting the Capital Improvement Budget or the General Fund, would be to use California Law Enforcement Equipment Program grant funding ($84,000) and the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund ($100,000). In September/October, the City will receive an additional $100,000 as part of the Supplemental Law Enforcement Block Grant that will fund the remainder of the project. He stated that staff is requesting authorization by the City Council to go out to bid for the additional structural items with the results being brought back to Council. Council Member Keenan asked about the cost to build or retrofit an existing building compared to the costs proposed for the police department location. The Chief of Police stated the ongoing costs to retrofit are prohibitive, with ongoing maintenance and acquisition costs. The cost to build a facility would cost less but there is not any space at the Maintenance Yard, and leasing property on a monthly basis is expensive. The City Manager stated that by building the facility, the City will have long-term control and cost containment. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 111 JANUARY 14, 2002 Council Member Piercy asked what the cost is for one year to use other shooting ranges. Lt. Idom stated $44,000 per year would be saved, which includes overtime, travel time, shooting range fees, maintenance, and range costs. It was the consensus of the Council to move forward with the project. At 6:13 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 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Sondhi. PRESENT: Council Members Keenan, McGill, Piercy, Mayor Pro Tern McCoy, Mayor Sondhi 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 Captain, Planning Manager, and City Clerk. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Girl Scout Junior Troop 29. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by City Attorney Wynder. PRESENTATIONS: The Mayor presented Certificates of Recognition to Ron McDonald, Maintenance Supervisor, and Steve Rodriguez, Maintenance Worker, for 25 years of service with the City of Cypress. The Mayor presented award certificates to Jordon Ferguson and John EIIsworth, Cultural Art Commission's High School Arts Award winners. 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 the Police Chief provided the City Council with an update on the proposed shooting range. Adjustments to the plans were reviewed by the Council and authorization to proceed was provided to staff. 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 Existing Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), Lara v. All Persons, Case Number 634224 and Case Number 633689, Orange County Superior Court. A report was provided to the Council on motions that are currently pending to be heard on January 25, 2002. Authority was requested to further negotiate with counsel for the plaintiff. The City Council unanimously authorized staff and the City Attorney to pursue the recommended litigation strategy. The City Attorney reported that the Redevelopment Agency met regarding Conference with Real Property Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JAN UARY 14, 2002 112 Property: Approximately 75 acres at Northwest corner of Katella Avenue and Walker Street within the Los Alamitos Race Track and Golf Course Redevelopment Project Area, Negotiating Party: Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Agency Counsel, Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment. Staff and legal counsel provided a status report on ongoing negotiations with representatives and legal counsel of Cottonwood Christian Center. The Agency was advised that additional architectural or site plans were received today from Cottonwood Christian Center and they would be analyzed. Authorization to continue to negotiate with Cottonwood Christian Center was unanimously authorized by those Agency members participating in the Closed Session. Mayor Sondhi did not participate in this Closed Session due to her ownership of property in proximity to the project area. No other items were considered or discussed in Closed Session, 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. Frank Sabato, President, Cypress Rotary Club, presented the Cypress Police Depadment with perpetual plaques for the Cypress Police Department Officer of the Year and Employee of the Year. Darrell Essex, Cypress, spoke regarding Cypress College (North Orange County Community College District) Bond Measure X. Marjorie Lewis, President, Cypress College, also spoke regarding Cypress College Bond Measure X. Allan Beek, Newport Beach, spoke regarding Measure W. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item No. 1: APPEAL OF PLANNING MANAGER'S DECISION REGARDING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION: A REQUEST, BY JONATHAN CURTIS OF SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER AND HAMPTON, LLP, TO APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING MANAGER REGARDING THE COMPLETENESS OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF KATELLA AVENUE AND WALKER STREET WITHIN AREA 5 OF THE CYPRESS BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN. The Planning Manager provided background information on this item, The public hearing was opened. Scott Minami, Malkoff and Associates, Inc., stated his company is the contract planner for Cottonwood Christian Center. He stated a comprehensive Conditional Use Permit application was prepared and submitted for the project and urged the City Council to approve it. Sean O'Connor, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter and Hampton, LLP, stated his firm is legal counsel for Cottonwood Christian Center and that the issue is whether the Conditional Use Permit application, as submitted, was complete. He stated there is no requirement in the City code for an applicant to go through a Preliminary Design Review in submitting a CUP application. There is also no requirement to obtain a Specific Plan Amendment. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 Mayor Pro Tem McCoy asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Mayor Pro Tem McCoy asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. Bill Eller, Superintendent, Cypress School District, spoke in opposition of the project. Phil Wendel, President, Cypress Chamber of Commerce, spoke in opposition of the project. The public hearing was closed. The City Attorney stated that on January 11, 2002, a lengthy legal analysis was delivered by Cottonwood Christian Center. He stated staff has had a chance to take a cursory review of the documents but would like to request the City Council not make a decision until an independent legal analysis of the merits of the arguments in support of the appeal, and would like Council to direct staff to prepare an appropriate resolution for the next regular City Council meeting. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member Piercy, to continue this item to the January 28, 2002 meeting. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGilI, Piercy, and McCoy COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: Sondhi Mayor Sondhi did not participate in this action due to her ownership of property in proximity to the project area. Item No. 2: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-20, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A FUEL SERVICE STATION WITH A CONVENIENCE MARKET LOCATED AT 4962-4992 LINCOLN AVENUE, AND VARIANCE NO. 2001-05, TO ALLOW ZERO-FOOT (0') BUILDING SETBACKS FROM THE REAR AND SIDE PROPERTY LINES AND TO ALLOW A ZERO-FOOT (0') STREET SIDE YARD LANDSCAPE SETBACK FROM THE ULTIMATE (FUTURE) PUBLIC PARKWAY ALONG MOODY STREET. The Planning Manager provided background information on this item. The public hearing was opened. James Caiopoulos, Galaxy Oil Company, stated the applicant is very environmental and community conscious. 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. Frank Correia, Cypress, spoke about his safety concerns with the project and the increased amount of vehicles. Juan Munoz, Cypress, spoke about his concerns with the retaining wall at the property. Doug Savitch, Chevron, stated that he was sure the concerns and issues could be worked out. The public hearing was closed. 4 114 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member Piercy, to adopt the Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-20 - with conditions and the Resolution granting a Variance from the terms of the Adopted Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan (Ordinance No. 983), Section 4.5, Table 2, to allow reduced building and landscape setbacks for a proposed service station and convenience market located at 4962-4992 Lincoln Avenue, 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. 5514 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-20- WITH CONDITIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 5515 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM THE TERMS OF THE ADOPTED LINCOLN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN (ORDINANCE NO. 983), SECTION 4.5, TABLE 2, TO ALLOW REDUCED BUILDING AND LANDSCAPE SETBACKS FOR A PROPOSED SERVICE STATION AND CONVENIENCE MARKET LOCATED AT 4962-4992 LINCOLN AVENUE. Item No. 3: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING EXTENSION NO. 2 OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 99-11, A REQUEST FOR A SECOND EXTENSION OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED LAND USE PERMIT ALLOWING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FULL SERVICE CAR WASH BUILDING AND A RETAIL COMMERCIAL AND AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE BUILDING, LOCATED AT 5501-5601 BALL ROAD. The Planning Manager provided background information on this item. 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. Council Member McGill stated there is already an approval to build a Sav-On site at the location and should this project not be completed, the applicant can come forward again with a separate application. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McCoy, to deny Extension No. 2 of Conditional Use Permit No. 99-11 - with conditions. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, McCoy and Sondhi NOES: O COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Piercy Council Member Piercy did not participate in this action due to her ownership of property in proximity to the project area. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 RESOLUTION NO. 5516 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DENYING EXTENSION NO. 2 OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 99-11. 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. Council Member McGill requested Item No. 7 be pulled from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Sondhi requested Item No. 8 be pulled from the Consent Calendar. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McCoy, to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 4 through 6 and 9 through 15. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Item No. 4: Keenan, McGill, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi None None APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS OF DECEMBER 10 AND 17, 2001. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meetings of December 10 and 17, 2001, as submitted. Item No. 5: MOTION TO INTRODUCE AND/OR ADOPT ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION BY TITLE ONLY AND TO WAIVE FURTHER READING. Item No. 6: APPROVAL OF DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2001-35, A REQUEST TO APPROVE A MASTER SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE SHURFLO DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF KATELLA AVENUE AND VALLEY VIEW STREET. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Design Review Committee Permit No. 2001-35 - with conditions. RESOLUTION NO. 5517 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2001-35- WITH CONDITIONS. Item No. 9: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION DECLINING TO ENACT A PROGRAM OF PREFERENCES IN CITY EMPLOYMENT FOR VETERANS OF THE ARMED FORCES AND EXPLAINING ITS REASONS FOR DOING SO AS REQUIRED BY GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50088. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, declining to enact a program of preferences in City employment for veterans of the armed forces and explaining its reasons for doing so as required by Government Code Section 50088. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 116 RESOLUTION NO. 5520 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DECLINING TO ENACT A PROGRAM OF PREFERENCES IN CITY EMPLOYMENT FOR VETERANS OF THE ARMED FORCES AND EXPLAINING ITS REASONS FOR DOING SO AS REQUIRED BY GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50088. Item No. 10: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PREPARATION OF CITY'S SEWER CONDITION ASSESSMENT PLAN, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 2001-16. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Dispense with the request for quotation (RFQ) process for professional consulting services; and 2) Award a contract to AKM Consulting Engineers, 101 Pacifica, Suite 150, Irvine, California 92618, in the amount of $167,400 for Preparation of City's Sewer Condition Assessment Plan; and 3) Authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement with AKM Engineering. Item No. 11: ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATION OF NEW ROOF AT CITY HALLI PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO, 2001-21. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Accept the project for installation of New Roof at City Hall, Public Works Project No. 2001-21, as being satisfactorily completed in conformance with the project specifications; and 2) Approve the final retention payment of $22,941.90 to Sears Roofing Service, 5850 Obispo Avenue, Long Beach, California 90805, thirty-five (35) days after the Notice of Completion is filed, if no claims or objections have been filed; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond and the Faithful Performance Bond upon expiration of the required lien period, if no claims or objections have been filed, upon concurrence of the Director of Public Works. Item No. 12: ACCEPTANCE OF RESTORATION OF PUMP STATIONS NOS. 2 AND 3 ON MYRA AVENUE1 PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 2001-12. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Accept the improvements for Restoration of Pump Stations Nos. 2 and 3 on Myra Avenue, Public Works Project No. 2001-12, as being satisfactorily completed in conformance with the project specifications in the final amount of $64,225.00; and 2) Approve the final retention payment of $6,422.50 to Perry Maness Industries, Inc., 1101 E. Spring Street, Long Beach, California 90806, thirty-five (35) days after the Notice of Completion is filed, if no claims or objections have been filed, and upon concurrence of the Director of Public Works; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond and the Faithful Performance Bond upon expiration of the required lien period, if no claims or objections have been filed, and upon concurrence of the Director of Public Works. Item No. 13: REVIEW OF INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER, 2001. Recommendation: Receive and file. Item No. 14: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 51767 THROUGH 52136. Recommendation: Approve the attached warrant register. RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MA TTERS: Item No. 15: ACCEPTANCE OF THE RE-ROOF AND ASBESTOS ABATEMENT OF THE SNACK SHOP AT OAK KNOLL PARK, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 2001-26. Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as ex-officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District: 1) Accept the Re-Roof and Asbestos Abatement of the Snack Shop at Oak Knoll Park, Public Works Project No. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 117 2001-26, as being satisfactorily completed in substantial conformance with the project specifications; and 2) Approve the final retention payment of $1,211.80 to Coast Roof Co., Inc., 2301 Orangethorpe Avenue, Fullerton, California 92834, thirty-five (35) days after the Notice of Completion is filed if no claims or objections have been filed, upon concurrence of the Director of Public Works. Reqardin.q Item No. 7: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE ORANGE COUNTY CENTRAL PARK AND NATURE PRESERVE INITIATIVE, Council Member McGill stated the fiscal issues of this initiative are staggering and this issue needs to be brought before the residents of Cypress. Mayor Sondhi stated if the cost of the initiative were spread to Orange County taxpayers, the increased taxes would be equivalent to a 10% property tax increase. It was moved by Council Member McGill and seconded by Mayor Sondhi, to adopt the Resolution by title only, opposing the Orange County Central Park and Nature Preserve Initiative. RESOLUTION NO. 5518 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, OPPOSING THE ORANGE COUNTY CENTRAL PARK AND NATURE PRESERVE INITIATIVE. Re.qardinq Item No. 8: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION DELEGATING TO BOTH CITY MANAGER AND CITY ENGINEER THE AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE ALI MASTER AGREEMENTS, PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND DBE PROGRAMS WITH CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, MayorSondhiaskedthatCouncilbeadvised whentheseitemsoccur. It was moved by Mayor Sondhi and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCoy, to adopt the Resolution by title only, delegating to both City Manager and City Engineer the authorization to execute all master agreements, program supplemental agreements, and any amendments thereto, and DBE programs with California Department of Transportation. RESOLUTION NO. 5519 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DELEGATING TO BOTH CITY MANAGER AND CITY ENGINEER THE AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE ALL MASTER AGREEMENTS, PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND DBE PROGRAMS WITH CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCES: (SECOND READING) Item No. 16: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE NO. 2001-01, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MOODY STREET AND BISHOP STREET FROM CH COMMERCIAL HEAVY TO RM-20 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY. It was moved by Council Member Keenan and seconded by Council Member McGill, to adopt the Ordinance 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. 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JAN UARY 14, 2002 The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Keenan, MoGilI, Piercy, McCoy and Sondhi NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ORDINANCE NO. 1020 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, 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 TO RM-20 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE-FAMILY. UNFINISHED BUSINESS No items, NEW BUSINESS No items, RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors. No items. The City Council meeting was recessed at 9:18 p.m. CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Cypress F~edevelopment Agency. The Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 9:18 p.m. PRESENT: Agency Board Members Keenan, McGill, Piercy, Agency Vice Chairperson McCoy, Chairperson Sondhi ABSENT: None Agency Board Member Keenan requested Item No. 17 be pulled from the Consent CaLendar. Agency Board Member McGill requested Item No. 18 be pulled from the Consent Calendar. Regarding Item No. 17: APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT 118 AGENCY AND FIELDSTONE COMMUNITIES, INC., Agency Board Member Keenan asked if this was an extension of the agreement already in place. The Deputy Executive Director stated it is an extension of the existing exclusive negotiation agreement, which was approved by the Agency on October 8, 2001. It was moved by Agency Board Member Keenan and seconded by Agency Board Member Piercy, that the Cypress Redevelopment Agency approve Amendment No. 1 to the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement between the Agency and Fieldstone Communities, Inc. for the 5.28 acre site located at the northwest corner of Walker Street and Orange Avenue, and authorize the Agency Chair to execute the Amendment. 9 11.9 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 AGENCY MEMBERS: NOES: 0 AGENCY MEMBERS: ABSENT: 0 AGENCY MEMBERS: Keenan, McGill, Piemy, McCoy and Sondhi None None Regardin.qltemNo. 18: APPROVAL OF CONTRACT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ROSENOW SPEVACEK GROUP, INC. (RSG) FOR THE PREPARATION OF A COMPREHENSIVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGY, Agency Board Member McGill stated the housing strategy will provide information on affordable housing needs in the City and obligations of the Agency. He stated the qualification for very Iow income housing for four people in the County of Orange in 2001 was $37,000 for household income. He stated a survey also showed that approximately 1,000 residents of the community are living in long-term stay motels averaging four per room with two to three children, and 80-85% are currently employed. It was moved by Agency Board Member McGill and seconded by Agency Board Member Piercy, that the Cypress Redevelopment Agency: 1) Approve the Contract Services Agreement with the Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. (RSG) in the amount not to exceed $15,000.00 for the preparation of a comprehensive affordable housing strategy; 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute the Contract Services Agreement with the Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. (RSG); and 3) Appropriate $15,000.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance of the Low to Moderate Set Aside Fund to Account No. 4189-36-96-06 (Professional Services). The motion was unanimously carried 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 was adjourned at 9:27 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 9:27 p.m. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. Noitems. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor Sondhi requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member McGill: Attended the open house of Ewing Development. Attended the Cypress Economic Development Council meeting with Council Member Keenan where the business community was briefed on transportation issues within the City of Cypress. Council Member Piercy: Attended opening for Jacob's Engineering. Attended an C.C. Sanitation District meeting in December. Council Member Keenan: Attended an OCTA committee meeting where a discussion of planned governmental outreach activities was held. Attended the Cypress Economic Development Council meeting. 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 14, 2002 Mayor Pro Tern McCoy: Attended meeting with Anaheim Angels, on behalf of the Mayor, where their new uniforms were showcased. Mayor Sondhi: Attended the Orange County Regional Airport Authority meeting where discussion is continuing on the approval of the EIR 573 by the Board of Supervisors and the Joint Powers Authority agreement that OCRAA has. Attended a Housing and Community Development Commission Project Advisory Committee meeting where affordable housing funding was discussed. Attended DARE graduation ceremony. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER: No items. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Sondhi adjourned the meeting in memory of John Kanel, former Cypress City Council Member for twenty years, and Reynold Elkin, long-time Cypress community activist, at 9:38 p.m. to Monday, January 28, 2002, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room. MAYOR E CITY OF CYPRESS ATTEST: ~-Y CLE~I~ OF THI~IT'~;' ~-CYPRESS 11