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Minutes 80-10-04MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD October 4, 1980 The adjourned regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 8:10 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 1980, at the Cypress Community Center, 5700 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor VJckie Evans presiding. PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, gowan & Evans None The City Council held discussion regarding the proposed building moratorium in the industrial areas of the City in order to complete a study on potential com- mercial uses of the subject properties. The following property owners and their representatives presented their views on the moratorium proposal: Mr. Buck Jones, 2333 N. Broadway, Santa Ana Mr. Larry Harvey, 3629 Navajo Place, Palos Verdes Estates Mr. Richard Meyer, 5141 Northwestern Way, Westminster Mr. Morris Misbin, 33901 Calle Borrego, San Juan Capistrano Mr. Brian Harvey, 2630 E1 Presidio, Long Beach Ail of the property owners indicated that they were supportive of the City Council's and staff's efforts to obtain commercial development which would add to the sales tax base of the community. However, they were concerned over the limitations that a moratorium would place on ultimate development of the properties. ~r. Buck Jones of Coldwell Banker reviewed in some detail the commercial studies which he hsd made in the area which basically indicated that a commercial center could be supported on the property located at the southwest corner of Katella and Knott, and that the property owner was proceeding to attract commercial tenants at that location. Mr. Brian Harvey indicated that a master plan for his properties was being completed and should be submitted to staff in the very near future. Mr. Misbin, representing Mr. Louis Warschaw, and Mr. Larry Harvey indicated that they were proceeding with their plans for industrial development and would be happy to cooperate with staff in attempting to encourage commercial development. Mr. Larry Harvey discussed problems regarding his property for commercial development which related to the small commercial center located at the southwest corner of Cerritos and Valley View. Following a general discussion of these problems, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Mayor Evans and unanimously carried that the staff continue to meet with the property owners in an effort to encourage additional commercial development and that this matter be placed on the agenda for the second meeting in November, with the staff to continue to advise the Council as to all develop- ment activities in the subject area at each Council meeting. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT #80-3 (CIVIC CENTER AREA)~ Mayor Evans reopened the public hearing which was continued from the September 8 Council meeting. Councilman Lacayo stated he requested this workshop meeting in order for the Council to reexamine the zoning alternatives for the property within the redevelopment survey area and specifically the property located east of the Civic Center. He expressed concern that the Council may not unanimously support the condemnation of properties. The City Attorney stated he transmitted a letter to the Council indicating that a 4/5 vote by the Council is necessary for condemnation action, not a 3/5 vote as he had previously reported. The Council held general discussion regarding the matter of condemnation. The City Manager presented a report dated October 2 which transmitted the pre- viously submitted Planning staff report dated September 3 regarding General Plan Amendment #80-3. Also transmitted was a petition objecting to a Redevelopment Agency from ~r. Zechmeister, and communications from Miss Helen Turner, ~r. Y~ichael Belsky, and Mr. Robert Medearis on behalf of GA Construction Company. Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to the proposed amendment. City Council Minutes October 4, 1980 Mr. Mike Belsky, 5427 Vista Fortuna, Cypress, stated he objected to high density development ~n the area east of the Civic Center, he felt it would create congestion around the Civic Center and that two-story residential buildings would infringe on the privacy of the adjacent single-family homeowners. He did not feel multiple-family development would increase his property value. He recommended that the City encourage development by the private property owners and perhaps provide low interest loans which could be used for street paving improvements. 5~r. Bill Planche, representing Fantastic Properties, Inc. as the owner of Parcels #16-18, stated he favored private development by the individual property owners and that he supported General Plan Amendment Proposal "B~'' which proposes high density residential and office professional zoning of the area east of the Civic Center. He reported he supports the office condominium proposal submitted by GA Construction Company which encompasses Parcels #13-18. Mrs. Millie Bogdanovich, 5387 Vista Fortuna, Cypress, stated she did not oppose redev- elopment but did oppose high-density residential development as well as condemnation of properties. She felt high-density development would create more traffic in the area which would be dangerous for children. She indicated she would favor the City providing low-income loans for home improvements. The Council and City Attorney held general discussion in regard to determining the appraisal values of the subject properties. Councilman Mullen stated that in the Planned Development area (Proposal B) develop- ment standards could call for a 100 foot setback, rather than a 50 foot setback, which should be more acceptable to the adjacent single-family homeowners. He felt senior citizen housing could be constructed in the Planned Development area. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to approve a development proposal which provides for office and professional development on the lots on Orange Avenue and senior citizens housing on the lots to the north and the corner lot at Orange and Walker. The Council discussed the motion. ~'/rs. Christine Swain, representing the Cypress School District Board, stated she agreed with the City's concern over piecemeal development. She felt the City should develop its parcels for senior citizen use. She stated the Board would like to be kept informed and work in conjunction with the City in regard to development within tbe redevelopment area. Councilmembers Lacayo and Mullen withdrew the motion and second. It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Mayor Evans to approve General Plan Amendment Proposal "B", and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2302 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 80-3. The Council held discussion on the motion. Mr. J. Sutterworth, 5363 Wicker Drive, Cypress, stated he would like Wicker Drive paved since it is now a dustbowl. He indicated he objected to the condemnation of properties in the area. He indicated he purchased the duplex on his property for investment purposes and he would not wish to sell the property to the City. He stated he objected to high-density residential development and office buildings and would prefer to see an upgrading of the area. Mr. Paul Erskine, 3993 Myra, Los Alamitos, stated he objected to a Redevelopment Agency and high-density residential development in the area. lie stated he would like to develop office buildings on his properties on Orange Avenue but not an office condominium project. He indicated he supported improvement of Wicker Drive and a senior citizens project in tbe area. Following further discussion of the motion, the motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans None None -2- City Council Minutes October 4, 1980 Mayor Evans stated that public hearings to consider zone changes for the property will be considered at a later date and she invited the property owners to attend the hearings to express their views. CONSIDERATION OF REQ.UEST FROM THE LOS ANGELES HERALD EXAMINER FOR AN AD IN THE SPECIAL LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES SUNDAY EDITION OF THE EXAMINER ON OCTOBER 19~ 1980: The City Manager presented a report regarding this matter dated October 2. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Mullen and unanimously carried to receive and file the matter. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH RE: THE USE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY: The City Manager presented a report dated October 2 which transmitted communications from the Mayor of Anaheim and the City of Redondo Beach on a resolution concerning the use of school properties which will be presented for consideration at the Orange County Division of the League meeting of October 9. He indicated that the Resolution is consistent with the past policy of the Cypress City Council. It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Mayor Evans and unanimously carried that the Council request the City's voting delegate to the Orange County Division of the League of California Cities to vote in support of the City of Redondo Beach Resolution. CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION RE: CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES: The City Manager presented a report dated October 2 indicating this matter was con- tinued from the September 22 meeting. Transmitted with the report were the City Code sections dealing with the Traffic, Youth and Planning Commissions. The Council held general discussion on the need for City advisory commissions and committees. Councilman Coronado indicated that he favored the Senior Citizen and Arts and Cultural Commissions and he strongly urged the Council to establish an advisory committee to investigate cable television. Councilman Rowan indicated that he was not in support of reestablishing any of the advisory commissions or committees. It was moved by Councilman Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and carried, with Councilmembers Coronado and Rowan voting no, to establish a Youth Commission, a Senior Citizens Commission and a Traffic Commission and to allow the Recreation and Community Services Commission to serve as the Arts and Cultural Commission with the arts and cultural items to be treated separately on the Commission's agenda. The Council further suggested that the Youth Commission be limited to seven members and that the staff work with the youth to determine the structure of the Commission, and the Council suggested that the meetings be held during the day. It was further suggested that perhaps a School Resource Officer could serve as a liaison to the Youth Con~ission. It was also suggested that the Senior Citizens Club be contacted regarding the goals of the Senior Citizen Commission. ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Mullen and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 2:30 p.m. to Monday, October 6, at 7:00 p.m. at Patton Elementary School, 6861 Santa Rita, Garden Grove. MAYOR OF THE CI-T~F-CY~ESS ATTEST: CITY CLERK OF THE CI OF CYPRESS -3-