Minutes 80-10-14MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OE
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
October 14, 1980
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:32 p.m.
on Tuesday, October 14, 1980 in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange
Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor Vickie Evans presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
ABSENT: None
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney John Murphy,
and the following City staff members; Barrett, Davenport, DeCarlo, Duke, Lamm,
Powell and Schatzeder.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The pledge to the flag was led by a Color Guard from Cub
Scout Pack #662 from Arnold Elementary School.
ORAL COFRMUNICATIONS: No oral communications were presented at this time.
MINUTES: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Mullen and
unanimously carried to approve the minutes of September 16, September 22 and
September 29.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES, CITY OF
CYPRESS PROJECT #7855-90: The City Manager presented a report dated September 30
from the Public Works Director which outlined bids received from four manufacturers
of electric vehicles.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to determine
that the lowest responsible bidder for the ten electric vehicles is Twenty First
Century Electric Vehicles, 8136 Byron Road, Whittier, California, and authorize
purchase from them of eight (8) vans and two (2) automobiles for a total cost
of $132,420.07. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, ]lullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER & PLAYER, REQUEST
FOR _Q~OTATION #8081.-16: The City Manager presented a report from the Finance
Director dated October 7 outlining six bids received.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to accept the
bid of Education Electronics Corp., 2206 S. Fairview, Santa Ana, California, and
award them the contract in the amount of $4,345.70, based on the determination that
it is in the City's best interest to award the contract to other than the apparent
iow bidder to ensure compatibility of the purchase with existing equipment. Following
discussion, 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
CONSIDERATION OF LEASE/PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR POLICE COMPUTER EQUIPMENT~ REQUEST
FOR QUOTATION #8081-18: The City Manager presented a report from the Finance
Director dated October 7 outlining two bids received for the lease purchase
agreement.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to authorize
the Finance Director to execute the necessary documents with Lloyds Bank California,
612 S. Flower, Los Angeles, California, for the lease purchase of the Police
Computer, Data General Nova 4/C from Compusource, Inc., with quarterly
payments for a five year period to equal $2,175.34 per quarter. The motion
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unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR RECORDS STORAGE SYSTEM~ REQUEST FOR QUOTA-
TION #8081-16A: The City Manager presented a report dated October 7 outlining
four bids received. Staff recommended an additional appropriation for the purchase.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Mullen to determine
the lowest responsible bidder for Quotation #8081-16A is Acme Visible Records, Inc.,
5900 S. Eastern Avenue #126, Commerce, California, and award them the contract in
the amount of $14,429.25, and appropriate $4,429.25 from the General Fund. 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
CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Evans announced that all items listed on the agenda
under "Consent Calendar" were to be considered by the Council as routine and
enacted by one motion approving the recommendation regarding each item.
Councilman Coronado requested the removal of Item #19. Mayor Evans requested
the removal of Item #13.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Mullen to approve
Items #7 through #20 on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items #13 and
#19. 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
Item #7: ~otion to Introduce and/or Adopt Ail Ordinances Presented for Considera-
tion by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item #8: Consideration of Request to Proclaim October 24, 1980, as United Nations
Day.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim October 24,
1980, as "United Nations Day" in the City of Cypress as requested.
Item #9: Consideration of "No Parking" Area on Somerset Lane, East Side,
Between Orange Avenue and Devon Circle.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title
as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 2303
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING" AREA ON SOMERSET LANE.
Item #10: Consideration of Request for SB 821 Funds for Bicycle and Pedestrian
Facilities on Walker Street Bikeway from Cerritos Avenue to Katella Avenue,
City of Cypress Project #8115-90.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title
as follows, authorizing submittal of a request to OCTC for funding from SCAG
for the Walker Street Bikeway:
RESOLUTION NO. 2304
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR BICYCLE AND/OR PEDESTRIAN
FINDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SB 821 AND APPROVING THE ADOPTION
OF ITS BICYCLE AND/OR PEDESTRIAN PLAN.
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Item #11: Consideration of Approval of Agreements with Southern Pacific Trans-
portation Company, Walker Street Storm Drain Railroad Crossing, Electric Street
Storm Drain Railroad Crossing, and McDonnell Douglas Corporation (N/Katella,
E/Walker) Sanitary Sewer Railroad Crossing.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Agreements with the Southern
Pacific Transportation Company and authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk
to attest the signature subject to approval of the City Attorney.
Item #12: Consideration of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Adver-
tise for Bids for the Electric Street Storm Drain and Street Improvements from
185 feet North of Philo Street North to the Existing County Dairyland Storm
Channel Right-of-Way, City of Cypress Project #8026-10.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Plans and Specifications for
the Electric Street Storm Drain and Street Improvements from 185 feet north of
Philo Street, north to the existing County Dairyland Storm Channel right-of-way,
City of Cypress Project #8026-10, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise for
bids with bid opening date to be set at 2:00 p.m., November 4, 1980, in the Office
of the City Clerk.
Item #14: Consideration of Ongoing Development Status within the Cypress Business
Park.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
£tem #15: Consideration of Information from the City of Brea on the Arts in
Public Places Program.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #16: Consideration of Communications Regarding the State Airport Noise
Standards at the Orange County Airport.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #17: Consideration of Financial Statements for the City of Cypress for the
Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1980.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #18: Consideration of Approval of Resolution in Support of the California
Parkland Act of 1980.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of Directors
of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, adopt the following Resolution by
title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 108
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION
AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, SUPPORTING PROPOSITION I WHICH PLACES BEFORE THE
VOTERS OF CALIFORNIA A BOND MEASURE TO PROVIDE FUNDING
FOR ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS.
Item #20: Consideration of Acceptance of Donation.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of Direc-
tors of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, accept the donation of the wooden
display case for placement at the Community Center lobby area.
in regard to Item #19, Consideration of Allocation of Funds for Repair of Light
Panel at Arnold/Cypress Park Athletic Field, Councilman Coronado questioned the
expenditure at this time ($1,400) in view of the possibility of the City selling
the park property sometime in the future. Staff indicated the expenditure would
be for minor repairs to the lighting which are needed for the league sports
activities and for safety purposes. The Council continued this item until later.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Evans called an Executive Session at 6:57 p.m. for
matters of personnel. The meeting was called back to order at 7:42 p.m. with
all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Evans announced that it was time to conduct the public hearings listed on
the agenda. She declared the hearings open and continued them until later.
ORAL COM}~UNICATIONS: Mr. Herb Stern, 6751 Yosemite, Buena Park, speaking on
behalf of Cypress' VFW Post, reported the Post still needs a meeting facility
and requested that the Council consider the VFW Post if facilities at Oxford Jr.
High School become available for community use.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, requested the removal of Item #8
from the Consent Calendar regarding a proclamation for United Nations Day. Mayor
Evans advised that the Council already approved this item on the Consent Calendar.
PRESENTATION: The City Council heard a presentation by former Councilman Don
Hudson who recommended that the City not rejoin the SCAG organization. Mr. Hudson
stated that SCAG had not demonstrated a change in their structure or operational
methods, that it was not representative of Orange County cities, that it usurps
local control in the areas of planning, housing, air and water quality, and that
some mandates are based on incorrect scientific data. Mr. Hudson felt cooperative
efforts by Orange County cities, such as the Subregional Planning Council, were
an effective alternative to the SCAG body.
Mr. Gil Smith of SCAG stated he would respond to questions from the Council.
He reported that an elected official may serve on any of SCAG's policy committees
and may be elected by his member city to serve on the Executive Committee. Mr.
Smith stated Los Angeles has three votes only on the Executive Committee and has
one vote on the other committees.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Council-
man Mullen to table the matter regarding membership in $CAG. Councilman Lacayo
stated he would not support the motion since he did not favor the City rejoining
SCAG. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS:
1 COUNCILM~MBERS:
0 COUNCILM~MBERS:
Coronado, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
Lacayo
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: VACATION OF ALLEY~ EAST OF WALKER STREET~ EXTENDING FROM CAMP
STREET TO BI__SHOP STREET, ~B~ANDON~M~NT #80-1: The City Manager presented a report
from the Public Works Director dated October 6 indicating the Council adopted a
Resolution on September 22 declaring its intent to order the vacation and setting
a public hearing for October 14. No communications or objections were received
regarding the proposed vacation of the alley and staff recommended approval.
The Public Works Director reported the City has a street easement on the property
and when vacated the property would revert to the adjacent property owners who
would be responsible for its maintenance.
>~ayor Evans opened the hearing and asked if anyone wisbed to speak in support.
Mr. Andy Jackson, 5531 Camp, Cypress, reported he initiated the petition to
vacate the alley which, he stated, is not needed by the adjacent property owners.
He reported the alley is constantly used by children pedestrians, a lot of trash
is dumped in the alley, and there is a dust problem since the alley is unpaved.
Mr. Jackson stated one property owner owns a recreational vehicle and uses the
alley for access and he may object to closure of the alley.
Ms. Juanita Vaughan, 5532 Bishop, Cypress, stated she favors closing the alley
which, she stated, is a lover's lane, has a dust problem, and receives debris.
Mr. Forrest Tande, 9076 Walker, Cypress, stated he favors closing the alley to
prevent the through traffic. He stated he would like the alley closed with
the stipulation that he be allowed access for his RV. Mr. Tande stated a locked
gate could be installed at the end of the alley which would allow access by
the property owners but prevent through traffic by others.
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Mr. Cleofas Valerio, owner of property at 9100 and 9096 Walker, Cypress, stated
he favored closing the alley. He reported he painted the building at 9096 Walker
and it already has graffiti painted on it. He stated he would be willing to
grant an easement on the alley for access.
Mayor Evans discussed the impact of the alley vacation on potential commercial
development on Walker Street. She felt access via the alley would be preferable
to having parking along Walker. She indicated that if new commercial develop-
ment on Walker requires access by construction of a new alley, she would object to
having two contiguous alleys. Staff responded that the existing alley is
wide enough for one-way traffic only. They indicated that if properties on
Walker are developed commercially, the City would probably require on-site
provision for parking and vehicle turn-arounds.
Mr. Valerio stated his future plans for commercial development on his property
include construction of a six-foot-high block wall which he has delayed pending
the outcome of the proposed alley vacation.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Councilman Coronado to close
the public hearing and adopt the following Resolution by title only, title as
follows, approving vacation of the alley:
RESOLUTION NO. 2305
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
VACATING THE ALLEY EAST OF WALKER STREET, EXTENDING
FROM CAMP STREET TO BISHOP STREET.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS:
1 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen & Rowan
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT, THE HUMDINGER #5~
10461 VALLEY VIEW~ CYPR~S~: Mayor Evans opened the hearing. The City Manager
presented a report dated October 7 describing the application to allow enter-
tainment by a female dancer daily from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. No communications
regarding the application were received and the Police Department investigation
found no basis to protest granting of the permit.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application.
Mr. Joe Baker, General Manager of the Humdinger, 10461 Valley View, Cypress,
reported they have dancers at their other businesses and would like all the
businesses to be the same. He stated the dancers would be clothed in swim suits.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. No one wished to
speak in opposition.
The City Manager stated Section 9 of the City Code governs live entertainment
permits and Section 9-9 grants the Council the authority to revoke or suspend
a permit if there are violations or the permit does not comport with the public
welfare. He indicated that, to avoid duplication by imposing a condition, the
Code section will continue to be applicable to the granting of such permits.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Councilman Coronado to close the
public hearing and approve the live entertainment permit for The Humdinger #5
as requested subject to City Code Section 9-9. 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
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT~ HARRY'S GUN SHOP & SPORTING
GOODS~ 8852 WALKER STREET~__CYPRESS: Mayor Evans opened the hearing. The City
Manager presented a report dated October 7 describing the application to operate
a secondhand store. No communications regarding the application were received
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and the Police Department investigation found no basis to protest granting of
the permit. Councilman Coronado asked if the Police Department anticipated
problems with the gun store and felt a secondhand store may attract an undesirable
clientele into the area. Chief Duke reported that the gun shop has been in
business for several years and the Police Department has not experienced any
problems. He stated a secondhand store does not attract the same type of patrons
as a pawn shop and the local Police Departments have a cooperative system to deal
with pawned merchandise. He reported State regulations are stricter for gun stores
than for pawn shops.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application.
Mr. Harry Cole, 5151 Mildred, Cypress, the applicant, reported that pawn shops
need a special license from the federal government. He indicated that a customer
may bring in a gun to trade for a better piece of equipment. Mr. Cole stated
he is careful about stolen goods since accepting stolen goods would represent
a loss of inventory to him.
?~ayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. No one wished to
speak in opposition.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to close the
public hearing and approve the special permit for Harry's Gun Shop & Sporting
Goods subject to the following condition: Display of new and used firearms may
not constitute greater than 50% of the floor area within this proposed retail store.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll cai]. vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT~ ANN'S THRIFT SHOP, 8858
WALKER STREET_~ CYPRESS: Mayor Evans opened the hearing. The City Manager pre-
sented a report dated October 7 describing the application to operate a second-
hand store dealing with merchandise for the home at 8858 Walker Street. No
communications regarding the application were received and the Police Department
investigation found no basis to protest granting of the permit. Staff recommended
approval subject to two conditions.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application.
Ms. Eunice Parker, 18843 Alexander, Cerritos, California, indicated she was present
representing the applicant.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. No one wished to
speak in opposition.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to close the
public hearing and approve the special permit for Ann's Thrift Shop, 8858 Walker
Street, subject to the following conditions: (1) Ail sales to take place within
the building; (2) No outdoor storage of any items. 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
PRESENTATION: Mr. John Bateman, Executive Director of the Public Cable Television
Authority, a joint powers agency serving the cities of Huntington Beach, Westminster
and Fountain Valley, made a presentation to the Council on cable television. He
reported that part of the authority's research development was to explore the appli-
cation of cable TV in the area of public safety, as well as entertainment, for those
cities. He reported the authority was granted a contract from the county to develop
a public safety factor which they hope to have throughout the county. Mr. Bateman
reported that various state and federal legislation, particularly SB 2827 which
updates the 1934 Communications Act, will eliminate local control over cable TV.
Mr. Bateman reported that the Authority has established specifications for cities
who wish to join, the Authority assists cities develop a cable TV ordinance, assists
in preparing the specifications to go to bid for a cable TV system, and looks after
the member cities' interests. He reported the authority is regulated by one elected
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City Council official and one alternate member from each city. He reported that a
city has the potential, within five years of establishing a cable TV system, of
receiving $1 million annually in profits. Mr. Bateman reported that the contracts
which the Authority negotiates for its member cities provide that at the end
of the franchise period (usually 15 years) the city has the right to buy out
the system at market value. He indicated that police, fire, paramedic services
and city department operations can be tied into the cable TV system.
The City Council expressed interest in pursuing the issue of cable TV and requested
that staff prepare a report for the November 10 meeting analyzing the possibility
of the City forming its own cable TV consortium, the experience of other cities
which have granted cable TV franchises, and litigation involving cable television,
and that the Council review the report prior to scheduling another meeting with
Mr. Bateman or establishing an ad hoc committee relating to cable TV.
RECESS: Mayor Evans called a recess at 9:40 p.m. The meeting was called back to
order at 9:46 pom. with all Councilmembers present.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A PROHIBITION OF LATE NIGHT DELIVERIES: The City
Manager presented a report dated October 7 indicating this matter was continued
from the September 22 meeting. He reported that Councilman Coronado recommended
a prohibition of truck deliveries during the following hours: Monday through
Friday - prohibited before 8:30 a.m. and after 10:30 p.m.; Saturday - prohibited
before 9:00 a.m. and after 10:00 p.m.; and Sunday - prohibited before 10:00 a.m.
and after 10:00 p.m. Staff indicated that adoption of the prohibition would be
an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which would require a public hearing.
Mayor Evans asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to this matter.
Mr. Tom .lustice, 9632 Salisbury, Cypress, reported that every morning during the
football season he was awakened by tbe football team practice at Oxford Jr. High
School. He stated as a businessman he opposes the proposed ordinance against
free enterprise and the general application of the ordinance.
Mr. Carl Kulyk, 9461 Grindlay, Cypress, President of the Chamber of Commerce,
reported the Chamber polled its membership and they oppose the ordinance. He
stated the Chamber would be willing to negotiate with Albertson's and the affected
property owners. He stated the ordinance will impact existing businesses in
the City which already are in need of assistance and it could discourage new
commercial development especially in the southern part of the City. He felt
the prohibition during early morning hours would create more truck traffic later
in the day which would conflict with other traffic. Mr. Kulyk stated the Albert-
son's store is important to the shopping center and to the City and a delivery
prohibition would result in increased costs which would be passed onto the con-
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, stated the ordinance is a step
in the r~ght direction, that he favored a 10:O0 p.m. limit on deliveries, that
residents have a right to peace and quiet, and that he did not support businesses
which show no concern for their neighbors.
Mr. Ray Gervais, new manager of the Albertson's store, felt Albertson's had
demonstrated a willingness to cooperate to resolve the problem which, he stated,
is common to all supermarkets. He stated Albertson's usually attempts to resolve
problems themselves with their neighbors. Mr. Gervais reported that Albertson's
has instructed their drivers to turn the truck engines off when they get to the
store and Albertson's has changed all of their delivery schedules which has caused
hardship for their employees and customers. He reported that they need early
morning deliveries of perishable items such as dairy products and produce. Mr.
Gervais stated a restriction of delivery hours will increase their costs which
will be passed onto the consumer. He reported that if a delivery is made before
7:00 a.m. it is due to an error or an unavoidable situation which may occur once
in awhile. He stated he is aware of complaints by only one property owner and
he indicated he would be willing to do a survey to determine how the other neighbors
feel.
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Mr. David McMahon, Director of Personnel & Training for the Southern California
Division of Albertson's, felt there was a reasonable solution to the problem and
offered his personal commitment and that of the new manager to work towards a
resolution. Mr. McMahon stated he was unaware of complaints from other neighboring
property owners and indicated he would survey all the adjacent homeowners and
report back to the Council. Mr. McMahon stated they oppose an ordinance against
private enterprise and felt the ordinance would be the most severe restriction
in southern California.
The City Council requested that the Chamber of Commerce coordinate a meeting
between Albertson's and the affected property owners to attempt to resolve the
problems. Councilman Lacayo requested that Albertson's provide the Council with
the results of its survey of the homeowners.
Mr. Don Kennedy, 5843 Holmby Court, Cypress, stated he was not optimistic about
the results of such a meeting. He stated he felt the store had encroached on
his privacy and that it should agree to his demands. He reported the problem
has existed since 1976 and that three of his neighbors have moved because of the
Albertson's noise problem.
In regard to Item #13, Consideration of Request for One-Year Extension of Condi-
tional Use Permit #79-10, Mr. Tom Justice, 5412 Camp Street, Cypress, which the
Mayor removed from the Consent Calendar, Mayor Evans stated she objected to the
extension since she did not support the original development proposal for the
property.
Mr. Tom Justice, 5412 Camp, Cypress, stated he was requesting the extension so
that he may proceed with his development plans which were approved by the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Rowan to approve
the request and authorize a one-year extension of Conditional Use Permit #79-10
for Mr. Tom Justice, expiring on October 14, 1981. The motion carried by the
followiog roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS:
1 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen & Rowan
Evans
None
In regard to Item #19, Consideration of Allocation of Funds for Repair of Light
Panel at Arnold/Cypress Park Athletic Field, which Councilman Coronado removed
from the Consent Calendar, Councilman Coronado stated he was concerned about
making improvements at the park when the City may decide to sell the park in the
near future. Staff explained the need for the repairs to the lighting, indi-
cating the repairs would correct a safety problem, were for maintenance purposes,
and did not represent an improvement of the total system which would be more costly.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen that the City
Council, acting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation &
Park District, appropriate $1,400 from the General Fund balance for repair of the
Arnold/Cypress Park athletic field light panel.
Councilman Rowan requested that staff develop a timetable relating to the possible
sale of Arnold/Cypress Park and acquisition of the Oxford School facilities.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, asked if the expenditure for the
lighting repairs at Arnold Park was from the Park District budget and was advised
that it would be a District budget expenditure.
Councilman Lacayo recommended that Recreation & Park District items on the Consent
Calendar be placed under a separate heading for District matters.
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
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF SUMMARY OF BEAR STATE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
COSTS DIRECTED TO THE CITY OF CYPRESS: The City Manager presented a report dated
October 7 indicating this matter was continued from the September 22 meeting.
Councilman Coronado addressed several questions to staff regarding the costs.
Staff reported that they review all billings for accuracy. The Council agreed
to receive and file the staff report on this matter.
CONSIDERATION OF MEDIAN LANDSCAPING ON KNOTT STREET~ SOUTH OF CERRITOS~ AND ON
CERRITOS AVENUE~ WEST OF KNOTT: The Public Works Director presented a report
dated September 30 which described the existing and alternative landscaping
treatments for the medians. He presented slides of the existing landscaping in
the medians.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor
Evans to direct staff to prepare the plans and specifications and cost estimates
for a landscaping proposal for the medians in Knott Street and Cerritos Avenue.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mu]len, Rowan & Evans
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF POSSIBLE TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATIONS FOR ORANGE AVENUE & BLOOM-
FIELD STREE~ JUANITA STREET~& BALL ROA~D~ A~D CRESCENT AVENUE & CAROB STREET AND
CONSIDERATION OF CAROB STREET FENCE: The Public Works Director presented a report
dated September 24 which analyzed the need for traffic signals at the above three
locations, and reported on the status of the Carob Street fence. He reported
that signals were warranted at Orange and Bloomfield and at Juanita and Ball, but
a signal was not warranted at Crescent and Carob based on traffic counts and an
accident history.
With regard to the Carob Street fence, Councilman Lacayo recommended the instal-
lation of dense landscaping in lieu of a block wall along Carob Street.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan, seconded by Mayor Evans and unanimously carried
that the Council waive the 11:30 p.m. adjournment time and continue with the
agenda items.
Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, stated landscaping instead of a
concrete wall will not prevent the County properties from draining into the City
street.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Coronado to direct
staff to prepare plans and specifications and a cost estimate for landscaping
treatment along Carob Street. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEM~BERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Coronado to direct
staff to proceed with preparing final plans and specifications for installation
of traffic signals at the intersections of Orange and Bloomfield, and Juanita and
Ball. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMEERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
Councilman Lacayo stated he felt a signal was needed at Crescent and Carob since
Crescent is a long, unbroken stretch of road which encourages speeding. Council-
man Rowan also favored a signal on Crescent which is accuated by traffic demand.
Mayor Evans disagreed about the need for a signal on Crescent and reported that
two residents in that area felt a signal was unnecessary while only one resident
requested a signal. She felt a signal at Carob may be more hazardous for traffic.
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Chief Duke stated the signal could be hazardous since Carob Street is located so
close to the bottom of the hill and motorists traveling over the hill may not
expect the signal. Councilman Lacayo suggested that a warning sign could be posted
advising that a signal is ahead.
It was moved by Mayor Evans, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried
to direct staff to prepare a survey for the residents in the area of Crescent and
Carob to determine the interest in a traffic signal.
CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS LIGHTING DISTRICT #2 CHRONOLOGICAL S~RY: The Public
Works Director presented a report dated September 30 which described the background,
formation and methods of funding of the Lighting District in response to the
request from the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Mullen and unanimously
carried to receive and file the staff report.
CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC CONTROL STUDY AT THE INTERSECTION OF KAREN AVENUE AND
NANCY STREET: The Public Works Director presented a report dated September 30
indicating a request for a traffic control device at the intersection of Karen
Avenue and Nancy Street was made by a resident at the September 22 Council meeting.
Following a field review, and based on traffic volumes, an accident history, and
the alignment of Karen Avenue, staff felt a stop sign at Karen and Nancy was not
justified and would put an unreasonable restriction on cars traveling on Karen
and could create a false sense of security for pedestrians using the crosswalk
there. Staff recommended that the Police Department conduct radar patrol on
Karen to reduce speeds and that signs indicating a 25 mph speed limit be posted
on Karen. Staff indicated that the resident who made the request did not receive
a copy of the staff report.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Coronado and unanimously
carried to continue this matter to the October 27 Council meeting and request
that staff provide the homeowner who made the request with a copy of the staff
report. Councilman Rowan requested that staff proceed with the Police radar
patrol on Karen Avenue and he recommended that the 25 mph speed limit be painted
on the pavement.
CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT CONCERNING THE CYPRESS FAMILY BIL-
LIARD CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ~#77-9): The Planning Director presented a report
dated October 7 which reviewed the conditional use permit and conditions for the
Cypress Family Billiards at 6287 Ball Road and provided a summary of Police calls
relative to activities at the establishment. Mayor Evans reported that she re-
ceives continuous complaints regarding the commercial center, and that trash and
debris in the center is a problem. She reconunended that the Council schedule a
public hearing to review the conditional use permit. Councilman Mullen recommended
that all business owners in the center be provided with a copy of the staff report
and notified of the public hearing. The Council agreed to schedule review of
Conditional Use Permit #77-9 for a public hearing.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST: It was moved by Councilman
Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to approve the Warrant List for Warrants
#56507 through #56630 in the total amount of $1,187,262.86. The motion unani-
mously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE:
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to order the
following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to adopt the Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 668
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 640, THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
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The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST:
Acting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park
District, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Coronado
to approve the District Warrant List for Warrants #10930 through #10987 in the
total amount of $33,499.49. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
O COUNCILbIEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Rowan & Evans
None
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Evans called an Executive Session at 11:50 p.m. for
matters of personnel. The meeting was called back to order at 12:14 a.m. with
all Councilmembers present.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Evans adjourned the meeting at 12:15 a.m. to Monday, October
20, 1980 at 7:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ATTEST:
CITY CLER~ OF THE ~I'T~ ~ CYPRESS
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