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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 82-05-24126 MINUTES OF A REGULAi2 MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD May 24, 1982 The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 24, 1982, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, .Mayor Gerald Mullen presiding. PR ESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen None Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager/City Clerk, Tom Clark, Assistant City Attorney, and the following staff members: Barrett, DeCarlo, Dunn, Lamm, Lowenberg and Schat zeder. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilman Lacayo led the pledge to the flag. PRESENTATION BY LT. COL. JAMES GFORMLEY OF THE LOS ALAMITOS ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTEI~: Mayor Mullen introduced Lt. Col. Ghormley who gave a presentation describing the various armed forces and Army air operations on the base. He reported that the Army is taking steps to decrease annoyances to surrounding residents. Col. Ghormley reported that when the Armed Forces Center opened in ] 973, the extent'of their operations was established by the 1973 environmental impact statement. Col. Ghormlev stated that, contrary to recent homeowner complaints, there has not been an increased volume of jet traffic. He reported that of their Q0,000 operations per year, less than one- half of one percent are jet fixed-wing aircraft. He stated the Army does not authorize any touch-and-go activity by jets or closed jet traffic but they are mandated by the Defense Department to accept jet cargo and trainer aircraft which is not after-burner equipped. Col. Ghormley stated the EIS probibits them from accepting after-burnar equipped aircraft except in a national emergency. Col. Ghurmley gave a slide presentation which the Army has designed to orient the public to their operations. He provided the Council with an exerpt from the Table of Distribution and Allowances which is their mission statement and describes the capabilities of the Army air field, and a press release from the Commander of the California National Guard which described the disaster support area established by the State at Los Alamitos for the purpose of providing flood and earthquake disaster support. Col. Ghormley reported the base has a standard Army air field which is operated 15 hours a day, seven days a week, with a total of 40 personnel. He reported the Army is mandated to limit its annual operations (landings or takeoffs) to II 3,000; they currently operate at. about 90,000 operations annually. Col. Ghormley gave a breakdown of the 100 aircraft currently stationed at the base. He reported that the shorter runway is 5,000 by 150 feet; the instrument runway is 8,000 by Z00 feet and is capable of taking any aircraft in the Department of Defense and civilian inventories. Col. Ghormlev stated the Army takes a lot of blame for a number of other types of aircraft coming into their area includin~ civilian helicopters and the Army has reported unauthorized flights and has filed safety violations in some cases. He reported that~ the Army has eliminated the traffic pattern that follows Valley View Street northward which has been a concern to homeowners in College Park Cypress. He reported that they have also raised their Katella Avenue flight corridor to 2,000 feet. Col. Ghormley reported that their main ingress/egress route is south over the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station, outbound at 700 feet and inbound at 1000 feet; the Katella Avenue route is used only when they are flying to Ft. Irwin. Col. Ghormley presented overlays showing other air corridors and flight paths in the vicinity of'Los A]amitos air field and reported on the amount of air traffic using these airways. He indicated that the area has very congested air space notwithstanding the Army's flight operations. Col. Ghormley responded to questions from Councilman Partin regarding airport data in the Cypress Housing Element and EIR prepared for the McDonnell Doug]as development. The EII~ states that in ] 981 the Navy conducted a noise study of Los Alamitos AFRC which indicated the 60 CNEL contour does not extend beyond the air station boundaries. Co]. Ghorm]ey reported that no sound study was conducted by the Navy for purposes of the EIR and that the station's 1973 EIS delineates the 65 CNEL contour as extending beyond the station boundaries to the south and northeast because of the approach and departure zones. The McDonnell EIR also states that the expected potential loss of life and property due to accidents would be further reduced because of the fact that jet aircraft no longer flies into the facility. Co]. City Council Minutes May 24, 1982 127 Ghormley stated they have pointed out the erroneous statements to the developer and Airport Land Use Commission and previously provided the Navy with data concerning their operation. He stated their operation has not changed the crash zones and 65 CNEL contours, and the fact that they have been taking jet aircraft since lq73 has not changed. Councilman Partin asked if the map of noise impact and crash hazard zones contained in the Housing Element was up to date. Co]. Ghormley reported that it was accurate with the exception of two contour areas which addressed aircraft no longer in their inventory. Councilman Partin requested a copy of the most current impact zone map. In response to comments from the Mayor, Col. Ghormley indicated that if the DOD directed additional housing to be built on the base, the Army's aviation mission would end and ~round training probably would be curtailed. He stated the runways would still be available for ~enera] aviation use. Col. Ghormley reported that the station's public education program includes borne visits and group tours of the base. The station's noise complaint number is 508-6978. He reported that homeowner names and addresses are obtained and if a volume of complaints come from a particular area the base is alerted to problems. Councilman Lacayo suggested that the air station make use of the City's newsletter to publicize its operation. PUBLIC HEARING iRE: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #87.-1 116~ CYPRESS R ACOUETBALL CLUB~ 6269 BALL ROAD~ CYPRESS: Mayor Mullen opened the public hearing. N~r. Lamm presented a report dated May 17 describing the application by Dr. Andrew Burpee, owner of Cypress Pacquetba]l Club, to consolidate his two parcels into one parcel of land located at 6269 Ball Road in the CG-10,000 Commercial General Zone. The applicant purchased the vacant corner lot adjacent to the Racquetball Club on which he intends to expand his racquetba]I and chiropractic facilities and provide additional parking. Staff recommended approval of the tentative parcel map subject to seven conditions. Mayor Mullen asked if the applicant wished to speak or if anyone wished to speak in support or in opposition to the application. There was no one wishing to speak. It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the bearing and adopt the l~esolution by title only, title as follows, approving Tentative Parcel Map ~82-! ] ]6 subject to the seven conditions recommended by staff: ]~ESOLUTION NO. 25!4 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING TENTATIVE PAECEL MAP NO. 82-11 ~ 6 -WITH CONDITIONS. The motion unanimously carried by the following roil call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacavo, Partin, Powan & Mullen 0 COUNCILMEMBEFtS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to any matter not on the agenda. Mr. Milton Yates, 5832 Newman, C'ypress, asked if the City Council had the authority to approve or disapprove a weekly swap meet at Cypress College. I~r. Yates indicated the swap meet would have a negative impact on retail businesses in Cypress. He felt the swap meet activity was a method of circumventing Proposition 13 since classes would be offered by the College which the voters have not approved. Mr. Yates indicated that he did not object to an occasional special event taking place at the College but did object to the proposed regular swap meet schedule on every Sunday. Mr. Yates asked that the City enjoin the College from proceeding with the swap meet activity. The City Manager reported that there is a difference of opinion about the swap meet activity by the City Attorney and legal counsel for the North Orange County Community College District. The City Attorney's ovinion was that the City had authority over the activity and could require a conditional use permit. Mr. Essex reported that staff had contacted other cities which have colleges that operate swap meets and. had determined that these swap meets operate without a conditional use permit and city control. City Council Minutes May ?.4, 198Z Councilman Lacayo requested that, prior to the next regular Council meeting, staff meet with representatives of Cypress College and the Coromunity College District to inquire about the status of the swap meet proposal and determine who is responsible for items such as police services and traffic control necessary for the swap meet. He requested that staff report back at the June 14 meeting on the responses of the school representatives. Councilman Lacayo requested that the staff report also include input from the colleges which conduct weekly swap meets. Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, requested that the Council take a l~osition in regard to a ban of fireworks. He expressed concerns over the recent fire in Anaheim which destroyed several blocks of homes and felt the Council had the opportunity to avert such a disaster by banning fireworks. Mr. Morris Spatz, 4508 Larwin, Cypress, thanked the Council and staff for their assistance in arranging the bus tour of senior housing facilities. Mrs. Mary Ann Haugen, 67Z1 Itiwi Circle, Cypress, reported that fireworks were thrown on her next door neighbor's roof last fourth of July while the neighbors were on vacation. She stated that luckily the person watching the house hosed down the fire and prevented it from spreading. MINUTES: It was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of May 8. It was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded bv Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of May 10. Hearing no objections, the Mayor approved the minutes of May 15. STAFF I~EPORTS & DISCUSSION: Hearing no objections, the Mayor added the following items to the agenda: Item ~25a regarding Item IZSb regarding redevelopment plan, Item ~18a regarding Allen Brase, the senior citizens housing project, a meeting date to discuss the County island annexation and a resolution of commendation for Cypress High School Principal Item #Z5c regarding the proposal for a part-time State Legislature, Item ~25d regarding Councilman Coronado's attendance at a Revenue & Taxation Committee meeting, Item #Z6a regarding the tree removal and replacement policy. Councilman Lacayo requested that staff prepare a report for the June 14 meeting regarding the use of aluminum wiring in residences. Councilman Rowan suggested that staff might be able to obtain a booklet on aluminum wiring from Los Angeles County. Councilman Rowan expressed interest in the possible annexation of property located in Los Angeles County at the northwest corner of Cypress. He requested that staff prepare a report on the possibility of annexing this area. CONSENT CALENDAI~: Mayor Mullen 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 recommendations on the agenda. Councilman ]Rowan requested the removal of Item ~10; Councilman Coronado requested the removal of Items #] 2, ]4, ] 5 and Z0. It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to approve Items ~2 through #]9 on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items #10, 12, 14, 15 and 20. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBEI~ S: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, l~owan & Mullen None None Item #Z: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances Presented for Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading. -3- City Council Minutes May Z4, 198Z 129 Item it3: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed by Patricia M. & Richard L. Montecalvo, DBA The Timber Inn, 6395 West Ball Road, Cypress. Recommendation: Receive and file. Item #4: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed by Gary Krumwiede, President of Tri-K Foods, Inc., DBA Great Western Pizza Company, l 0l 0l Valley View, Cypress. Recommendation: Receive and file. Item it-q: Consideration of Acceptance of Weed Abatement of Seasonal and Recurring Weeds and Assessment for Weed and Rubbish Abatement for Phase H of the lq81-82 Program. Recommendation: That the City Council: [1) accept the work of weed and rubbish abatement as being satisfactorily completed in accordance with the specifications for the work, and (2) adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, confirming weed abatement assessments and imposing special assessments as a lien on the parcels shown in Exhibit A: RESOLUTION NO. 2515 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT PUBLIC NUISANCES AND IMPOSING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AS LIENS ON PARCELS WITHIN THE CITY OF CYPRESS. Item ~6: Consideration of Proclaiming the 21 Days from Flag Day, June 14, through Independence Day, July 4, as a Period to Honor America. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim the 21 days from Flag Day, June 14, through Independence Day, July 4, as a period to "Honor America" in the City of Cypress. Item it7: Consideration of Authorization to Attend the 3rd Annual Mayors and Council Members Executive Forum on July 7-9, 198Z, in Monterey, California. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance of any interested Council Member to the 3rd Annual League of California Cities' Mayors and Council Members Executive Forum to be held on July 7-9, 198Z, in Monterey, California, and be reimbursed for all actual and necessary expenses incurred. Item #8: Consideration of Request for Extension of Conditional Use Permit it81-16 (ABC Animal Hospital, 9121 Walker Street/. Recommendation: That the City Council grant a one year extension to Conditional Use Permit ~81-16, whereby said use permit will expire on June 22, 1983. Item #9: Consideration of Communication from the Association of Cypress Teachers. Recommendation: That the City Council approve an extension of the office space sub-lease with the Association of Cypress Teachers at the Oxford Jr. High School site from May 31, 198Z to June 25, 1OSZ. Item itll: Consideration of a Resolution of Intention to Approve an Amendment to the Contract Between the Board of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council of the City of Cypress. }~ecommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, declaring its intention to approve the amendment to the retirement system for mlseeBaneous employees: RESOLUTION NO. 2516 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS. 130 City Council Minutes May 24, 1982 Item 4'13: Consideration of Appropriation for Air Conditioning at the Police Squad Room at Oxford Jr. High School, City of Cypress Project #8202-90. Recommendation: That the City Council appropriate $3,300.00 from the General Fund to Account #469 - Air Conditioning Police - Oxford. Item ~16: Consi(~eration of Claim Submltted by Cypress College for Repair to Si~n Damaged in Automobile Accident on March 17, 1982. Recommendation: That the City Council autborlze the City's Claim Adjuster, Carl Warren & Company, to settle this claim with Cypress College in the amount of $2,876.00. Item #17: Consideration of Proclaiming June 1982 as Recreation & Parks Month in Cypress. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim the month of June 1982 as "Recreation and Parks Month" in the City of Cypress. Item ~18: Consideration of an Amendment to the Agreement between the City of Cypress and the City of Garden Grove for Nutrition Services for Senior Citizens. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the amendment to the agreement between the City of Cypress and the City of Garden Grove to provide nutrition services for the period of July 1, 1982 to June 30, 1983, and authorize the Mayor to si~n and the City Clerk to attest the subject amendment, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney. Item #18a: Consideration of Resolution of Commendation for Mr. Allen Brase, Principal of Cypress High School. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, commending Mr. Allen Brase on his transfer from Cypress High School: RESOLIJTION NO. 2517 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS COMMENDING MR. ALLEN BRASE FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY. Item ~19: Consideration of Resolution in Support of the Orange County Arts Alliance Master Plan. Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, as recommended by the Recreation & Community Services Commission: RESOLUTION NO. 124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ACTING AS THE EX-OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD OF DIPECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, SUPPORTING THE CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL STATE/LOCAL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM THAT WILL PROVIDE FUNDS FOR COMMUBHTY-WIDE CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT. In regard to Item 4~10, Consideration of Communication from the City of Bred Requesting the City Council to Oppose the Chino Hills Airport Site, Councilman Rowan requested that the proponents and opponents of the Chino ~ills airport site be contacted to update the Council on the airport proposal and its ramifications. He suggested that the Council determine whether there are technical reasons why the proposal for a Chino Hills Airport is not valid. ~e requested that staff prepare a report on this matter. The Council agreed to continue this matter pending submittal of the staff report. In regard to Item 4~1 ~, Consideration of Employment List for Jailor/Property Clerk, Councilman Coronado recommended that the Council defer the hiring of the Jailor/Property Clerk until it completes its review of the budget. He expressed concern over tbe impact of the State's budget on the City. The City Manager indicated that the Jailor is a civilian staff position established to relieve sworn officers from clerical type duties and to save City costs. The Police Chief reported that the crossing guard coordinator/parking enforcement officer has been temporarily filling the Jailor vacancy and subsequently the parking enforcement at the college and high school has been curtailed. -5- City Council Minutes May 24, 1982 Councilman Coronado indicated that he was hesitant about filling this position for a temporary period if there is a possibility of employee lay-offs. The City Manager stated that in the event the State proposes further reductions beyond the loss of bail-out funds, an adjustment could be made in the 1982-83 budget without employee lay-offs. It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to certify the employment list for the position of Jailor/Property Clerk as submitted. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: 1 COUNCILMEMBER S: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen Coronado None In regard to Item #14, Consideration of Appropriation for Installing Electric Receptacles at Oxford Jr. High School - City of Cypress Project #8202-90, Councilman Coronado suggested that the City avoid the $5300 expenditure for permanent improvements since the buildings are not owned by the City. He suggested that staff investigate a less expensive, temporary alternative. The Public Works Director reported that the temporary electrical system installed last year proved to be unsatisfactory and the proposed equipment would provide a safer and more reliable electrical system. Councilman Rowan stated that he had recommended the installation of improved electrical panels since last year's system was unsatisfactory. He pointed out that the City would be liable in the event of an accident or injury. Councilman Lacavo suggested that the City attempt to recover the costs of the electrical system from the high school district. Mr. Joe Hardcastle, 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, suggested that the City purchase portable equipment which could be sold after the event. Mr. Scbatzeder indicated that a generator would probably exceed the $5300 cost and its use would create fumes and noise. Councilman Rowan stated the proposal is for larger electrical panels which is a portable system. It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to appropriate $5,300.00 from the General Fund to Account ~10-4186-466.Z4. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen 1 COUNCII, MEMEERS: Coronado 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None In regard to Item ~15, Consideration of State Legislature's Attempt to Balance the 1982-83 Budget by Cutting or Eliminating State Subventions to Local Governments, Councilman Coronado felt the City's proposed letter to State Legislators did not convincingly convey the appropriate message and he requested that the letter be redrafted. The City Manager stated the letter attempted to describe the "reverse bail-out" situation which would be created by the State. Councilman Lacayo stated he had no problem with the proposed letter and suggested that Councilman Coronado address his own letter to the Legislators. It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mul]en to direct staff to send letters for the Mayor's signature to the appropriate officials expressing the City's opposition to cutting or eliminating State subventions to local governments. The motion carried by the followin~ roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None In regard to Item #Z0, Consideration of Allocation of Funding for Revenue Sharing Project for the City's Nature Park, Councilman Coronado expressed objection to expending funds for the Nature Park. Staff reported that the County Revenue Sharing Funds and matching local funds would be used to print an educational brochure to be utilized during tours of Nature Park by school children as wel! as provide picnic tables, trash receptacles, identification signs and display cases. -6- City Council Minutes May 24, 1982, It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mullen that the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, approve the Nature Park improvement project allocation of $2,200 from the City's General Fund to be used as matching funds for the County Revenue Sharing project, and authorize the Mayor to sign the subject agreement with the County of Orange and the City Clerk to attest, subject to the City Attorney's approval as to the form of the agreement. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen ] COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNICATION FROM THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT REOUESTING SUPPORT OF A.B. 3283 WHICH AUTHORIZES A BALLOT MEASURE TO ESTABLISH A SALES TAX FOR TRANSPOPTATION PURPOSES IN ORANGE COUNTY: The City Manager presented a report dated May ]8 which transmitted the communication from OCTD asking the City to support A.B. 3283 which would anthorize a ballot measure providing for an additional 1°% sales tax to Orange County to be used for transportation purposes. Councilman Rowan stated that he would personally oppose the tax but that he supported the right of the people to vote on the matter. Mayor Mullen stated he wou]d support having this matter placed on the ballot but indicated he was skeptical about the 1°~ proposed tax as opposed to the 1/2% tax which the transit district currently collects. He noted that if the Legislature places this measure on the ballot, the Council can communicate its support of the ~/2°% tax, rather than a 1% tax, to the Legislature. It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Councilman Partin to receive and file the report and that the Council go on record in support of the concept of allowing Orange County voters an opportunity to vote on the measure. Councilman Coronado stated he would support the proposal only if the additional tax would be used for the intended purpose of serving the County's transportation needs. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAINING: 4 COUNC1LMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNC1LMEMBERS: ] COIJNCILMEMBER S: Lacayo, Partin, Powan & Mullen None None Coronado CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE REVISED AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN DATED MAY 1982: The City Manager presented a report dated May 18 which indicated that the Affirmative Action Committee recommended approval of the revised and updated Affirmative Action Plan. Staff responded to questions regarding several items in the Plan and noted corrections suggested by the Council. Mayor Mullen requested a change on page ] 3 concerning recruitment from the minority labor market. He stated that Orange County cities contain many minority groups which provide a closer recruitment pool than Los Angeles County cities. Staff reported that they use the Los Angeles County area as a marketing area for recruitment and many agencies in Los Angeles County are on the reading list to receive Cypress employment bulletins. Mayor Mullen requested that the Plan be modified to state that Cypress will "increase its recruiting efforts outside the boundaries of Orange County". It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, adopting the revised City of Cypress/Cypress Recreation and Park District Affirmative Action Plan, with the change on page 13 recommended by Mayor Mullen, and reaffirming its policy of non-discrimination in employment: RESOLUTION NO. 2518 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND ACTING AS THE EX OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ADOPTING AND IMPLEMENTING A REVISED AND UPDATED CITY/DISTRICT AFFIPMATIVE ACTION PLAN AND REAFFIRMING THE CITY/DISTRICT'S COMMITMENT TO THE POLICY OF EOUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None --7-- 133 City Council Minutes May Z4, 1982 CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST: It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to approve the Warrant List for Warrants ~71755 through ~71879 in the total amount of $754,7Z7.46. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBEP S: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen None None CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF RECREATION & PARY DISTI~ICT COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST: Acting as the ex officio Board of Directors of the Cypress Pecreation and Park District, it was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to approve the District Warrant List for Warrants #14Z49 throuRh ~142o4 in the total amount of $35,347.76. The motion unanimouslv carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan it ~,Aullen 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None In regard to Item ~ZSa concerning, the senior citizens housing project, staff reported that the Department of Housin~ it Urban Development had issued a notice of funding availability which provides a June 30 deadline for non-¢rofit groups to apply for Section Z0Z funds. Staff reported that the Section 70Z ~aidelines prohibit residency discrimination and would permit non-Cypress residents to occupy the affordable housing units in Cypress. Staff inquired if the Council wished to proceed with an application for the g0Z funding. They reported that an application by Cypress would require a commitment of land by the City and submittal of the application by a non-profit organization. Mr. Morris Spatz, 4508 Larwin, Cypress, reported that the Senior Citizens Commission planned to submit a report on each seniors housing project visited on the tour. J-le stated that each of the five projects were funded differently and only one was a Section Z02 project. Mr. Spatz reported that the Seniors Commission favors a housing project control]ed by the City whereby the City would donate the ]and and obtain its own financing, thereby avoiding the Section 20Z restrictions. The City Council referred this matter to the Senior Citizens Commission for their discussion and recommendations back to the Council. In regard to Item ~Z5b concernin~ the County island annexation (Crescent/Walker) and the redevelopment plan, the City Manager reported that Council action was required on these two matters and he requested that the Council schedule a meeting date. The City Council agreed to schedule a meeting for Monday, June 7, at 7:00 p.m. and to include discussion of the budget at this meeting. In regard to Item #ZSc concerning the proposal for a part-time State Legislature, it was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to remove this matter from the table. Councilman Partin suggested that the Council discuss this matter particularly in view of the State's proposed actions which would financially impact the City. Councilman Lacayo stated that the Legislature, with a simple majority, can place this measure on the ballot, with or without sul>port from the cities. He indicated he would like to determine whether the part-time Legislature is a serious proposal or just a l~olitical move. Councilman Coronado felt support from cities was needed and he recommended that the City Council support the proposal which would save significant costs for California taxpayers. Mayor Mullen indicated that he bad doubts about whether this was a serious, proposal and whether the measure would be placed on the ballot. He felt the Croposal was a political one and stated he would not support it without having more information. It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mullen that the Mayor transmit a letter to the president pro-tern of the Senate and the speaker of the Assembly inquiring as to their positions regarding the part-time Legislature, and that the Council table this item. Councilman l~owan recommended that the Council not table the matter and that it No on record in support of the concept of a part-time Legislature. Councilmembers Lacayo and Mullen withdrew the motion and second. -8- 134 City Council Minutes May 24, 1982 It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mullen that the Mayor transmit letters to the Assembly speaker and Senate president expressing the (~ouncil's support for the part-time Legislature and asking for their positions on the part-time Legislature. The motion unanimously carried bv the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacavo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilman Coronado requested that copies of the letter be sent to the League of California Cities. It was moved by Councilman Lacavo and seconded by Mayor Mullen that the Council table the item regarding the part-time Legislature until it receives responses from the Senate and Assembly leaders. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAINING: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCK, MEMBER S: 0 COUNCILMEMBER S: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partln, Powan &Mullen None None Coronado In regard to Item ~ZSd concerning Councilman Coronado's attendance at the Revenue and Taxation Committee meeting, it was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to authorize Councilman Coronado to attend the June ] 1 Committee meeting in Los Angeles and be reimbursed for all actual and necessary expenses incurred. The motion unanimously carried by the followin~ roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacavo, Pal'tin, Rowan & Mul]en None None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: No oral communications were presented at this time. RECESS: Mayor Mullen recessed the meeting at 9:45 p.m. to the administrative conference room for the Council to consider Item 4tZ6, the Budget workshop. The meeting was called back to order at 9:50 p.m. in the administrative conference room with Councilman Coronado absent. Mayor Mullen announced that Councilman Coronado bad asked to be excused from the meeting. In regard to Item ~7,6a concerning the street tree replacement policy, the Public Works Director summarized a memorandum dated May ?! which listed three tree replacement alternatives. Mr. Schatzeder reported that he is attempting to set up a policy on a project/area basis, Beginning with the residential area which recently had street trees removed (Julie Beth, Ethel and Barbara Anne Streets). Councilman Partin expressed support for Alternative #Z whereby the City would provide a tree, free of charge, to be planted by the homeowner. Alternative ~Z included a provision for areas which have narrow parkways where the homeowner could plant a tree behind the sidewalk if the City were ~ranted right-of-entry. Mr. Schatzeder reported that a standard plan to plant trees would be provided to homeowners. Councilman Partin asked if staff had determined whether empty treewells would be filled in with concrete. Councilman Lacayo asked that staff follow through and complete this work. It was moved by Councilman Lacavo, seconded bv Mayor Mullen and unanimously carried to adopt Alternative 44Z as the tree replacement policy for the residential areas where the City is currently removing trees, and request staff to identify areas with and without sufficient parkway space, determine which species of trees to plant, and provide homeowners with standard planting plans. Mr. gchatzeder stated that staff is formulatin~ a comprehensive street tree policy which will include a City ordinance. CONSIDERATION OF BUDGET WOI~KSHOP: The City Manager asked if the Council had any specific concerns about the budget items. Councilman Partin had questions about the league lighting charges and fees for special activity classes. Staff reported that the new special activity classes in the 1982/83 budget are self-supporting, as are most of the current programs. -0- City Council Minutes May 24, 1982 135 The City Manager transmitted a report from the Po]ice Chief regarding motorcycle patrol officers and a report from Dave Barrett addressing the risks and liabilities. Councilman l~owan requested that staff prepare an accident history for the period of time that motorcycles were used in the Police Department. The City Manager reported that the 1 08Z/83 hudffet will include funds for a meet and confer negotiator for the Police Department. He requested that the Council consider an item regarding membership in the National League of Cities. Councilmembers Lacavo and Mullen indicated they were not interested in membership, Councilman Rowan expressed concern over cities' claim liability and stated federal and state exemption legislation is needed. He requested that staff investigate and tel)orr on this matter. The City Manager distributed a report on a five-year proiection of capital projects. Mayor Mullen requested that a presentation be made by each department head at a budget meeting. Councilman Partin requested a report showing the proposed percentage increase or decrease in budget profframs. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Mullen adjourned the meeting at ~0:35 p.m. to Monday, June 7, 1982, at 7:00 p.m. in the administrative conference room. MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ATTEST: CITY ~,LERIc OF-THE~IT¥ OF CYPRESS -10-