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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
November 8, 1982
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday,
November 8, 198Z, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5Z75 Orange Avenue, Cypress,
California, Mayor Gerald Mullen presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager/City Clerk, John Murphy, City Attorney, and
the following staff members: Barrett, DeCarlo, Dunn, Lamm, Lowenberg, Powel] and
Schat zeder.
INTERVIEW OF YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICANTS: The Council interviewed nine
applicants for the Youth Commission.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mr. Murphy led the pledge to the flag.
MINUTES: It was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to approve the minutes of October 25.
STAFF REPORTS & DISCUSSION: At the City Manager's request, the Mayor added Item #Z6
to the agenda regarding an Executive Session for personnel and litigation matters, and Item
~Z7 regarding a notice in the water bill concerning the trash fee change. Mr. Essex indicated
that Councilman Partin had requested a comparison of this year's City election with the last
two elections and he transmitted information concerning voter turnout to the Council.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mrs. Richard Vogle, 9866 Joel Circle, Cypress, stated she was
upset with campaign material she received from Councilman Partin which was mailed in an
envelope bearing the City of Cypress' name. Mrs. Vogle asked that Council candidates in the
future be discouraged from mailing campaign literature in envelopes which look like official
City of Cypress stationery. The City Attorney indicated that there was no prohibition
against an incumbent distributing campaign material in envelopes which resemble City
stationery as long as it was not at the taxpayers' expense and the material was not
misleading.
Councilman Coronado inquired about a recent Times newspaper article regarding
redevelopment agencies and Supervisor Wieder's interest in legislation which would allow the
County to receive some of the tax increment funds which are accruing to cities. He asked if
such legislation would impact Cypress' redevelopment project. The City Attorney stated his
understanding was that Supervisor Wieder's efforts were directed at future redevelopment
project areas and not at obtaining funds from established redevelopment projects. He
indicated the Supervisor intended to have Orange County take a more aggressive look at
future redevelopment projects. He reported that the Board of Supervisors reviewed Cypress'
redevelopment project and did not have any questions or call for a fiscal review.
Mayor Mullen announced that it was time for the public hearings. Mr. Essex reported that
the applicant for Public Hearing #16, regarding Conditional Use Permit #82-14, Cypress
Christian Fellowship, 9739 Denni Street, requested withdrawal of his application.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the public
hearing and receive and file the application, without prejudice, for Conditional Use Permit
~8Z-14, Cypress Christian Fellowship. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNC]LMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNC1LMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
None
Mr. Essex reported that the applicants for Public Hearings ~17 and 18 requested that the
hearings be continued to the November Z2 meeting.
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It was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to
continue the following public hearings to the November gZ meeting:
Continuation of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use Permit ~8Z-15 and Live
Entertainment Permit - Antique Faire, Los Alamitos Race Course.
Continuation of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use Permit {8~-16, - Taco Bell
Restaurant Drive-Thru, 5619 Ball Road.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #81-
19~ NIKKI'S ARCADE~ 4917 LINCOLN AVENUE~ CYPRESS: Mayor Mullen opened the public
hearing. The City Manager presented a report dated November 3 which transmitted the
Police Department's study comparing police activities in certain business areas and video
arcades. Also transmitted were two letters expressing support for renewal of the conditional
use permit.
Mr. Sam Gabriel, 4161 Calhoun, Huntington Beach, attorney representing the owner of Nikki's
Arcade, discussed the results of the police study and felt some of the alleged incidents did
not occur at or near the arcade and should not be attributed to the arcade. Mr. Gabriel
stated Nikki's is a family-run and well supervised business and the owners offer incentives to
students by providing game tokens for good grades.
In response to questions from the Council, Chief Lowenberg reported that there was some
connection between the police calls and Nikki's arcade. He indicated that officers initiated
the patrol checks based on past statistics relating to the arcade. He reported that 0 of the
16 disturbing the peace calls were made by the arcade owner which indicated the owner
recognized there was a problem or felt the need for police action.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the arcade conditional use
permit. The following persons spoke in support of the operation and management of NikkCs
Arcade and recommended that the use permit be extended:
Mr. Vern Fleming, 4111 Green Avenue, Los Alamitos
Ms. Paula Cregan~ 9166 Gregory Street, Cypress
Mr. Mark Murillo, 9Z30 Whitney Way, Cypress
Mr. E. Antonaras, 4371 Jade, Cypress
Ms. A. Pierce, 3832 Sharon, Orange
Mr. Nicholas Russos, owner of Nikki's Arcade, reported that he called the police several
times because of problems created by the same group of six juveniles. Mr. Russos reported
on several incidents involving harassment of himself by the group and damage to his property.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the conditional use permit. No
one wished to speak in opposition.
Mayor Mullen stated he was convinced by the statistics that many problems occurred at
Nikki's Arcade which did not occur at other locations. He stated no one had attempted to
manipulate the statistics. He felt the number of police calls indicated there was a
management problem at the arcade.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the public
hearing and adopt a resolution revoking Conditional Use Permit ~81-19.
Mayor Mullen stated he had a responsibility to see that the peaceful enjoyment of the
community is maintained. He stated the motion is for the immediate closure of the arcade.
Councilman Coronado indicated he did not favor taking such drastic action against the
business and he suggested that the arcade owner employ a security guard until the juvenile
problem is resolved.
Mr. Sam Gabriel stated the owner would be willing to hire a security guard for the evening
hours when the problems occur. He did not feel there was a need for a guard during the
daytime.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado mad seconded by Councilman Lacayo to amend the
motion to request that the arcade owner hire a security guard from 6:00 p.m. until the arcade
closes and that the Council reconsider the conditional use permit at the end of 60 days.
Councilman Coronado felt the Council should determine whether the security guard
alleviates the problem within the 60 day period. Councilman Lacayo felt the motion was to
grant the arcade owner 60 days in which to terminate the business with the conditional use
permit to be revoked at the end of 60 days. Councilman Lacayo withdrew the second to the
motion.
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Councilman Rowan suggested that the arcade owner be given 90 days in which to arrange for
termination of the business. Councilman Rowan moved to amend the motion that the
conditional use permit be revoked at the end of 90 days. The motion was not seconded.
A substitute motion was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to
adopt the following Resolution by title only, title as follows, revoking Conditional Use Permit
#81-19 at the end of 30 days:
RESOLUTION NO. 2577
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 81-19 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The substitute motion was accepted by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin & Mullen
NOES: Z COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado & Rowan
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
The motion as substituted carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin & Mullen
NOES: Z COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado & Rowan
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE 4~8Z-3,
MODIFICATION TO RESIDENTIAL ZONES (WALKER/CRESCENT AVENUE ISLAND
ANNEXATION): Mayor Mullen opened the public hearing. Mr. Lamm summarized a report
dated October Z8 describing the staff-initiated request to amend various elements of Section
9, Residential Zones, of the Zoning Ordinance. Staff indicated that the County residents
were assured that City zoning designations, comparable to the County's, would be established
after annexation. Therefore, the amendment included a proposed new residential zone,
designated RM-15 Residential Multiple-Family, which is similar to the County's R-4 Zone and
permits 14 units per acre. Mr. Lamm reported that the RM-15 Zone is slightly less
restrictive than the County zone. He reported that the amendment proposes stricter
standards requiring that only licensed, operable vehicles may be parked on the paved
driveway to a garage.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance.
Mrs. Christine Swain, 536Z Crescent Avenue, Cypress, asked if existing structures on her
property such as the house and fence would be allowed to remain under the amendment and
how the amendment applied to future construction or a future sale of the property. The City
Attorney responded that an existing land use, structure or accessory structure would be
classified as legal but non-conforming and would be provided an amortization period,
pursuant to the City Code, at the end of which it must be brought into conformance. He
reported that with the destruction of such a structure there may be a limitation on building
the same structure and at that time it might be required to meet Code. He stated the sale of
the property does not require that the use or structure be brought up to Code.
Mr. Shala, 867Z La Homa, Cypress, asked what zoning designations would be applied to the
Cypress/Arnold Park and Mackay School property. Staff advised him that the question was
more related to the next public hearing on the agenda which addressed a General Plan
amendment and zone changes for the island annexation area. Mayor Mullen stated that the
park and school property were designated as PS-IA Public and Semi-Public.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the Zoning Ordinance
am endm ent.
Mr. Barry Cannata, 5541 Camp Street, Cypress, presented a petition to the Council signed by
seven property owners on DeLong Street and Watson Street requesting that the neighborhood
not be rezoned for high density housing or apartments and that those parcels which are over
130 feet in length or that were zoned by the County as R-Z retain that designation. The
petition stated that this will allow the residents to retain the peaceful family neighborhood
atmosphere and allow them to build a second dwelling on their lot for older family members.
Mayor Mullen pointed out that the petition related to the next public hearing regarding zone
changes and a General Plan amendment for the annexation area. Hearing no objections,
Mayor Mullen opened the following Public Hearing (Item
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PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT ~8Z-1 AND ZONE CHANGE
~8Z-Z - WALKER/CRESCENT AVENUE ISLAND ANNEXATION.
Mr. Lamm summarized a report dated October Z8 which compared existing County zoning
and proposed City zoning designations for the annexation area.
The Council held lengthy discussion with Mr. Cannata regarding the requests in the petition.
Mr. Cannata stated the petition signers want to maintain a quiet single-family environment
and oppose high density housing on DeLong and Watson Streets. Mr. Cannata reported that
there have been numerous police problems associated with the condominium units at the end
of DeLong and the apartments at the end of Watson. Mr. Cannata stated the petition signers
favor a zone change which would allow no more than two dwelling units per lot on DeLong
and Watson Streets.
Mrs. Christine Swain, 536Z Crescent, stated there are multiple-family units on DeLong and
Watson and she has always been under the impression it is a multiple-family zone. She
indicated she supported the RM-15 zoning along Watson Street as proposed in the
amendment. She stated she did not want her property zoned as single-family.
Mr. Jess Black, 54ZZ DeLong, Cypress, stated he was unaware that the petition was
circulated. He expressed support for the RM-15 Zone and stated it would meet the needs of
persons wishing to add a second dwelling unit on their lot. Mr. Black felt the RM-15 Zone
could be extended on DeLong west of Watson Street.
In response to comments from the Council, staff reported that a second dwelling could not be
constructed on a single-family lot through a variance procedure. They reported that the RM-
15 Zone would permit one unit per 3,000 square feet and a 7,000 square foot lot would be
limited to two dwelling units.
Mrs. Christine Swain, 536Z Crescent, reported that the Cypress School District Board has
concerns about leaving the Mackay School property as open space and plans to discuss the
matter at their meeting tomorrow. She asked if the Council would defer action on the school
property until it hears from the Board. Mrs. Swain indicated the Board is interested in
residential use of the property for low cost or senior housing in the event that the property is
sold.
Mr. Essex reported that staff had suggested that the PS-lA designation remain for the
Mackay property until the School Board proposes a specific alternate use for the property.
Staff felt the Board's proposal should be considered separately from this amendment.
Mr. Shala, 867Z La Homa, Cypress, stated he agreed with staff's suggestion for the Mackay
property.
Councilman Lacayo stated he supported maintaining the single-family zone along DeLong
west of Watson Street. He stated the property owners can request a change to the RM-15
Zone when they are ready to propose development plans.
Mr. Cannata stated the single-family zone will not permit the construction of two dwelling
units per lot. He stated the petition signers would like the ability to build a maximum of two
units per lot if the lot is large enough in area.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mullen to: (1) close the public
hearing regarding Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance 487-3, Modification to Residential
Zones, and approve the first reading of the following Ordinance by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING SECTION 9 RESIDENTIAL ZONES OF ORDINANCE NO. 640, TIlE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, KNOWN AS AMENDMENT
TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 8Z-3.
(Z) close the public hearing regarding General Plan Amendment 4~8Z-1 and Zone Change 4~SZ-Z
and adopt the following Resolution by title only, title as follows, amending the Land Use
Element of the Cypress General Plan as proposed in Exhibit B of the staff report, and
approve the first reading of the following Ordinance by title only, title as follows, zoning
those properties annexed to the City under Annexation #dZ-1 as proposed in Exhibit B of the
staff report:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2578
A RESOLUTION OF THE CrFY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 82-1.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 640~ THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS, BY PLACING CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE RS-6,000
RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY ZONE, RM-15 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE
FAMILY ZONE AND PS-lA PUBLIC AND SEMI-PUBLIC ZONE AND KNOWN
AS ZONE CHANGE NO. 82-2.
Councilman Rowan stated the motion did not address the requests presented in the petition.
He noted that the single-family zone would not allow the property owners to build a second
dwelling unit on their lots. He stated he would support the RM-15 zoning designation on
DeLong Street west of Watson Street. Councilman Lacayo expressed concern that an RM-15
designation west of Watson would change the current zoning status and indicated he was
unwilling to approve a change tonight since the Council had not received input from many of
the property owners on Delong Street. He stated if there is interest, the property owners
west of Watson can submit a zone change request to the City and their development
proposals should be considered in public hearings. Mayor Mullen stated he did not support
changing the status quo at this time and he suggested that the property owners be polled as
to their desires for the property.
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
Mayor Mullen requested that staff send a communication to the property owners on DeLong
Street, west of Watson, to determine what their desires are for zoning of the area, and that
staff report back to the Council in a month.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: EXTENSION OF MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
#76-7~ CYPRESS SKATEWAY~ 6143 BALL ROAD~ CYPRESS: Mayor Mullen opened the
public hearing. Mr. Lamm presented a report dated November 1 describing the request by
Cypress Skateway to modify the conditional use permit to allow extended daily operating
hours and specific all-night skate-a-thons on nine dates throughout the year. Staff
recommended approval of the extension to the modification without any time restriction and
indicated the City Council would retain authority to review or modify the business's
operating hours.
Mr. Roger Clark, 1Z49A East Imperial Highway, Placentia, representing the Cypress
Skateway, stated the staff report correctly outlined their proposed hours of operation.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in support. No one wished to speak in
support. He asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition.
Mrs. Sue Raymond, 5082 Marcella, Cypress, reported that fliers were distributed on school
campuses advertising the all-night skate-a-thons and the fliers listed the names of several
junior high schools. Mrs. Raymond stated the schools did not give permission to have their
names used and the fliers gave the wrong impression that the all-night skating sessions were
sanctioned by these schools. Mrs. Raymond felt 12-year-old children were too young to
attend all-night skating sessions and she expressed concern over inadequate supervision at the
Skateway. She felt 10:00 p.m. was an appropriate curfew for children under 18. She stated
she would not object if the all-night skating sessions were sanctioned by the schools.
Mrs. Richard Vogle, 9866 Joel Circle, Cypress, stated the all-night skating sessions have not
been a problem but she has been bothered by activities in the alley behind the building. She
reported that juveniles drink in the alley and then jump the fence and hide in the channel.
Mrs. Vogle stated that noise creates a disturbance when Skateway's rear doors are left open.
Mrs. Vogle expressed concern over extending the hours of operation. Mr. Lamm advised that
Skateway was requesting the same hours of operation which have been in effect for the last
three years. Mrs. Vogle felt the original use permit required Skateway to hire an outdoor
security guard. She reported that emergency vehicles which are called to Skateway arrive at
the rear of the building and the flashing lights and loudspeakers are disturbing.
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Chief Lowenberg reported that the Police Department supplies a Police Aide to Skateway
during their busiest hours which are usually on weekends. He reported there have been
isolated drinking incidents but overall there are no significant problems at Skateway. Mr.
Lamm reported that a condition of the original use permit gave the City Council authority to
require that a security guard be hired if the Council decided it was necessary. He reported
that another condition required the rear emergency doors at Skateway to remain closed
during business hours.
Mr. Roger Clark responded that their all-night session advertising was aimed at junior high
schoolers because 90% of those attending the all-night sessions are in the 7th - 9th grades.
He stated Skateway management realized its mistake and regretted that their flier contained
the names of schools. He indicated that distributors of the flier were directed not to enter
the school campuses but some may not have followed instructions. Mr. Clark reported that
Skateway likes to keep the rear doors closed because they are concerned with maintaining
security during the all-night sessions and also over the possible theft of skates. He stated the
patrons may open the doors occasionally. Mr. Clark reported that Skateway employs its own
security guard to prevent people from congregating in the parking area. Mr. Clark stated he
will discuss with the Fire Department the possibility of having emergency vehicles arrive at
the front entrance. Mr. Clark responded to questions regarding the all-night sessions and
reported that no one may enter or leave the building after 11:00 p.m. unless picked up by a
parent. He reported this does not present a problem.
Mr. Barry Raymond, 508Z Marcella, Cypress, asked what type of adult supervision is available
after 10 p.m., what type of emergency training the supervisors receive, and whether children
are more susceptible to injuries due to fatigue during the all-night sessions. He felt the 1Z-
year-old group of children should be eliminated from the all-night sessions. Mr. Raymond
reported he has seen several skating accidents occur and the supervisors socializing on the
rink instead of supervising the skaters.
Mr. Clark responded to Mr. Raymond's questions and reported on the ages, Red Cross first-
aid training and work shifts of the supervisors and part-time employees. He reported that
there is a full-time manager on duty at all times including the all-night sessions. Mr. Clark
reported that he reviews all accident reports and there are fewer injuries during the all-night
sessions than during regular hours. Ne reported Skateway provides one floor guard per 150
skaters, compared to the national average of one per ZOO skaters.
Mayor Mullen suggested that Mrs. Vogle and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond meet with Mr. Clark to
resolve their concerns. Mrs. Vogle stated she had no objections to Skateway's operations but
felt the Council should maintain authority over the business.
Mrs. Raymond stated she felt the supervision at Skateway was inadequate. She stated the
elimination of ail-night skate-a-thons and elimination of the 1Z-year-old age group would not
ruin Skateway's business. Mrs. Raymond asked that the Council prohibit Skateway from
allowing the junior high group to participate in the all-night sessions because of the poor
supervision.
Mayor Mullen stated that he and Councilmembers Lacayo and Coronado had personally
visited the Skateway and were familiar with the operation and what occurs there.
Councilman Lacayo indicated that a prohibition of the all-night skate-a-thons at the request
of one person would be unfair to the many people who allow their children to participate. He
stated if there were problems with the skate-a-thons he would support eliminating the
event. Councilman Rowan noted that Skateway has been conducting the skate-a-thons for
the past three years and no complaints have been received except for those made by the one
couple tonight. Mayor Mullen agreed that there was an absence of evidence to indicate that
the ail-night sessions are a problem.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Partin to close the public
hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving an extension of the
modification to Conditional Use Permit 4~76-7 without a restriction of duration:
RESOLUTION NO. 2579
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIl. OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING AN EXTENSION OF MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 76-7 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: $ COUNC1LMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
NOES: 0 COUNC1LMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIl-MEMBERS: None
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PUBLIC HEARING RE.' RESUBMITTAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ~8Z-7~ CYPRESS
FARMS PRODUCEr OFFSITE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Mayor Mullen opened the
hearing. Mr. Lamm presented a report dated October Z9 describing the application to allow
Cypress Farms Produce to become a convenience market including the off-site sale of
alcoholic beverages (beer and wine). Staff recommended approval of the permit subject to
six conditions which included requirements to correct several zoning violations on the
property.
Mr. Hea Boong Chung, 900 Sierra Madre Avenue, #147, Azusa, the applicant, stated he
concurred with all of the conditions except #3 which requires the applicant to obtain design
review approval and necessary building permits for the recent building addition. Mr. Chung
stated the property owner built the addition as an office extension and the addition does not
relate to the convenience market.
Mr. Lamm reported that the applicant is leasing a portion of the building from the owner who
constructed the office extension without obtaining a building permit. He recommended that
the condition remain and he stated staff will seek compliance by the property owner.
No one else wished to speak in support or in opposition to the application.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to close the public
hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Conditional Use
Permit #8Z-7 subject to the six conditions:
RESOLUTION NO. 2580
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 8Z-7 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
0 COUNC]LMEMBERS: None
0 COUNC]LMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: ALLOCATION OF SPECIAL DISTRICT AUGMENTATION FUNDS:
Mayor Mullen opened the public hearing. Mr. Essex presented a report from the Finance
Director dated October 18 which indicated that $678~963 of special district augmentation
funds were available to the City. Staff recommended that $195,000 be allocated to the
Cypress Street Lighting District No. Z, and that $483,963 be allocated to the Cypress
Recreation & Park District.
Mayor Mullen asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to allocation of the funds. No one
wished to speak.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the public
hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, allocating the special district
augmentation funds as recommended by staff:
RESOLUTION NO. Z581
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ALLOCATING SPECIAL DISTRICT AUGMENTATION FUND.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS.'
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR LPG FUEL~
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION ~8283-20: The City Manager presented a report from the
Finance Director dated November 1 which outlined four bids received. Staff reported that
the low bidder does not have the required rental tanks and they recommended award of
contract to the second low bidder.
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It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to accept the bid of
Glenco Gas Service, Z16 East Dyer Road, Santa Ana~ as the lowest responsible bidder for LPG
fuel and tank and award them an annual contract at the rate of $.6Z per gallon with an
escalation clause accepting refinery price increases only. 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
CONSIDERATION OF REVISED RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR
SCHEDULE "B" (HVAC) FOR RENOVATION OF PARK BUILDING~ CITY OF CYPRESS
PROJECT #8222-90: The Public Works Director summarized a report dated October 28
which indicated that the second low bidder who was awarded the contract for heating,
ventilation and air conditioning (Schedule B) for the Eucalyptus Park building had determined
he was unable to perform the work at the price quoted and had submitted a letter with-
drawing his p~oposal. Mr. Schatzeder reported that the third low bidder is ready and able to
perform the work at the price he quoted. Since both the first and second bidders withdrew
their bids, he recommended that the contract be awarded to the third low bidder.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Mayor Mullen to determine that
Dickson Inc., 1918 South Main Street, Santa Ana, is the lowest responsible bidder for
Schedule "B", Project ~8Z22-90, and award them the contract in the amount of $4,754.00.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan &Mullen
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR RENTAL OF PASSENGER
VEHICLES AS REQUI~ED BY THE CYPRESS POLICE DEPARTMENT: The City Manager
presented a report from the Finance Director dated October 28 which indicated that the
Police Department requested an annual contract for the rental of two passenger vehicles to
be used for undercover/surveillance operations on an as needed basis. The report outlined
quotes for the monthly rental from three local car dealers. Staff indicated that, because the
annual rental costs may exceed $2,500, the contract was presented for Council approval
pursuant to City Code provisions. In past years, the Police Department has utilized one
rental vehicle at a cost below $2,500 which did not require Council authorization.
It was moved by Councilman Rowan and seconded by Mayor Mullen to authorize an annual
contract with Dick Barbour Datsun, 5800 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, to provide rental
passenger vehicles on an as needed basis at a rate of $200.00 monthly per vehicle used. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINING:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lacayo, Partin, Rowan &Mullen
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ASPHALT AND RENTAL OF ASPHALT
PAVING MACHINE~ REQUEST FOR QUOTATION ~8283-27: Mr. Essex presented a report
from the Finance Director dated October 28 indicating that bids were requested from four
vendors and one bid was received.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to accept the bid of All
American Asphalt, 932 Town & Country Road, Orange, for asphalt and equipment rental and
award them the contract for a period of one year at the following unit prices:
$22.25 per ton
$25.05 per ton
$142.00 per hour
$142.00 per move
Asphalt (City picks up)
Asphalt (Delivered)
Rental of asphalt paving machine
Machine transportation charge
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
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CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ONE 18 PASSENGER VAN~ REQUEST
FOR QUOTATION ~8283-26: Mr. Essex presented a report from the Finance Director dated
October 29 indicating that bids were requested from four vendors and two bids were
received. Staff reported that the 18 passenger van will replace the 14 passenger van which
will be sold.
Councilman Partin expressed ~oncern about parking the van outdoors where the upholstery
and roof can be damaged by t~.e elements. He suggested that consideration be given to
providing a garage or carport, for the van. The Council requested that staff prepare a report
and recommendations regardimg this matter.
Acting as the ex officio Boar~l of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, it was
moved by Councilman Lacay~ and seconded by Mayor Mullen to: (1) authorize an
appropriation of $Z,Z28.64 fr6m the General Fund to Account 83-4381-654.39 and (Z) accept
the bid of National Coach Co~poration, 130 West Victoria, Gardena, as the lowest responsible
bidder and award them the contract in the amount of $26,228.64. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll ~a]l vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF AWAR~ OF ANNUAL TROPHY CONTRACT, REQUEST FOR
QUOTATION ~8283-28: Mr. Essex presented a report from the Finance Director dated
October 28 which outlined quotes received from two trophy companies. The report indicated
that the president of Los AltOs Trophy Company had been on vacation and therefore
submitted a bid upon his return, following the bid opening date. Los Altos' bid was lower than
the other bid received and included a 40% discount for trophies not itemized on the bid.
Acting as the ex officio Boar~ of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park District, it was
moved by Councilman Lacaya and seconded by Mayor Mullen to: (1) reject the bid from Sun
West Industries and (Z) dispense with the formal competitive bidding process pursuant to City
Code Section ZIA-8F and award an annual contract for the purchase of trophies to Los Altos
Trophy Company, 10871 Bloomfield, Los Alamitos, in the amount of $Z,529.00. The motion
unanimously carried by the fdllowing roll cai1 vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCr~MEMBERS:
0 COHNCILMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
None
CONSENT CALENDAR: MaNor 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 Coronado requested the
removal of Item ~14.
It was moved by Mayor Mulle~ and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to approve Items ~8
through 13 on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item ~14. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll Call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 coUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNC1LMEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
None
None
Item #8: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances Presented for Consideration by
Title Only and to Waive Furt}~er Reading.
Item ~9: Consideration of PrOclaiming November 14-20, 1982, as American Education Week.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim the week of
~ ~ '1982, as "A~erican Education Week" in the City of Cypress as requested.
Item ~10: Consideration of Authorization for the Chief of Police to Attend the All
Committee/Training Conferehce Sponsored by the California Peace Officers' Association.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the Chief of Police to attend the All
Committee/Training Conference sponsored by the California Peace Officers' Association and
be reimbursed for all actual and necessary expenses incurred.
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Item 411: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed by
Deborah P. Rucks, DBA Sizzler Family Steak House, 5894 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #IZ: Consideration of Recommendations of Traffic Commission Meeting of October 19,
198Z Re: "No Parking" Restriction on Lincoln Avenue, West of Cobblestone Way; Installation
of "Z5 mph" Painted Legends on Angela Street between Myra Avenue and Cerritos Avenue;
and Establishing a Three-Way Stop Restriction at Intersection of Angela Street and Mildred
Recommendation: That the City Council: (1) approve the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission to reduce the existing "no parking" restriction on Lincoln Avenue, west of
Cobblestone Way, from 295 feet to Z15 feet; and (Z) approve the recommendation of the
Traffic Commission to install "25 mph" painted legends on Angela Street between Myra
Avenue and Cerritos Avenue, and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
establishing a three-way stop restriction at the intersection of Angela Street with Mildred
Lane:
RESOLUTION NO. Z58Z
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ESTABLISHING A THREE-WAY STOP ATTHE INTERSECTION OF ANGELA
STREET WITH MILDRED LANE.
Item 413: Consideration of Acceptance of Street Striping and Pavement Marker Installation
at Various Locations, City of Cypress Project 48229-90.
Recommendation: That the City Council accept the project to install street striping and
pavement markers, City of Cypress Project 48ZZ9-90, as being satisfactorily completed in
accordance with the Plans and Specifications and authorize the City Clerk to release the
Labor and Material Bond upon expiration of the required lien period, providing no liens have
been filed, and to release the Faithful Performance Bond upon expiration of one year's
guarantee, providing no defects in material and workmanship become evident.
In regard to Item 414, Consideration of Participation of Mayor Mullen at the Landing of the
Space Transportation System Flight at the NASA Dryden Flight Research Facility, Edwards,
California, Councilman Coronado felt an expenditure for this purpose was unnecessary and
would not be of benefit to the City. He expressed concern over spending the funds in view of
the many persons who are unemployed.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Rowan to deny
authorization for the Mayor's attendance and reimbursement for expenses.
Mrs. Maxine Blackburn, 967Z Salisbury, Cypress, stated it would not be to the City's
advantage to have the Mayor attend unless he was officially representing the City or making
a presentation.
Councilman Lacayo inquired about the costs involved. The Mayor stated costs would be for
one night's hotel accommodations. He reported the purpose of the invitation was to explain
to Mayors and city officials how the space program is intended to affect and benefit cities.
Mayor Mullen stated he would withdraw his request.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CABLE TELEVISION JOINT VENTURE
FEASIBILITY AND DRAFT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: The City Manager presented a
report dated November 1 indicating this item was continued from the September 27 meeting.
Councilman Coronado stated he would be interested in having representatives from cable
companies make a presentation to the Council on equipment used for cable installation so
that homeowners will be aware of what is involved with cable installation and how their
properties will be affected. Councilman Lacayo suggested that this item be continued to the
November ZZ meeting so that the Council may schedule a date with the new Councilmember.
It was moved by Mayor Mullen, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to
continue this item to the November 2Z meeting.
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CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST: It was moved by
Mayor Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to approve the Warrant List for Warrants
#73455 through #73609 in the total amount of $6Z0,593.87. The motion unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado, Lacayo, Partin, Rowan & Mullen
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
In regard to Item #ZT, the Council had no objection to the wording of the water bill notice
relating to the change in the trash collection fee.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: The City Manager reported that the City should receive the
election certification notice by November 15 or 16. The Council agreed to schedule a
meeting for Thursday, November 18, at 7:00 p.m. for City Council reorganization and
certification of the election results.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Mullen called an Executive Session for personnel a_nd litigation
matters at 10:45 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 11:30 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
ADJOURNMENT: The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11:30 p.m. to Thursday, November
18, at 7:00 p.m.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK OF THE~CITY OF CYPRESS
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