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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
November 13, 1984
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:40 p.m., on
Tuesday, November 13, 1984, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 5Z75 Orange Avenue,
Cypress, California, Mayor Richard Partin presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Kanel, Mullen and Mayor lPartin
Council Members Coronado and Lacayo
Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager, Public Works Director Robert Beardsley, and
Traffic Engineer Dan Schiada.
Mayor Partin announced that the regular City Council meeting would now be called into
session in a joint meeting with the Traffic Commission.
The following members of the Traffic Commission were presEmt: Chairman Carruthers,
Commissioners Belsky, Bloch, Kennedy and Sanchez.
General discussion took place on the following topics: Holde]' Street status; street sweeping
schedule and resulting no parking areas; and parking concerns, at Oak Knoll Park.
Commissioner Belsky suggested the possibility of the large dE!velopers contributing funds to
build underpasses, thereby alleviating the traffic congestion"
Commissioner Bloch indicated that she had received numerous complaints regarding the
increased air traffic, especially late night flights.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: At 7:Z0 p.m. Mayor Partin called an Executive Session to discuss
personnel matters.
At 7:48 p.m. the Council reconvened into regular session with all members present.
Also present at this time were City Attorney John Murphy allld the following additional staff
members: Barrett, DeCarlo, Dunn, Eynon, Hurst and Lowenberg.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilman Mullen led the Pledge to the flag.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Partin asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to any
matter which was not on the agenda.
Harold Richards, 11688 Onyx Street, Cypress, explained that: he is still experiencing problems
with trash dumping on his property and has not received a sa.tisfactory solution from the
City. Mayor Partin indicated that staff will again look into the concerns and work with Mr.
Richards to attempt to alleviate the problems.
George Hallak, 545Z Marion, Cypress, Chairman of the Recreation and Community Services
Commission, urged the City Council to further pursue alternatives to enable the development
of senior citizens housing. The Council expressed disappointment that the ballot measure did
not pass and indicated support to continue seeking alternathre financing for senior housing
development.
STAFF' REPORTS AND DISCUSSION:
Mr. Essex requested the addition of an award of contract fo,r trimming landmark trees, which
was added to the agenda as Item No. lO-A; and an Executivf! Session for Personnel matters,
which was added as Item No. Z8.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBUC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 84-Z4, ONE
APARTMENT UNIT AT 555Z NELSON STREET, CYPRESS: Mr. Essex recommended that the
City Council continue the hearing to the meeting of November Z6, 1984, and to direct staff
to prepare an Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to correct inconsistencies between the
Residential Zones and the Density Incentive Zone.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Counc:llman Kanel to continue
Conditional Use Permit No. 84-Z4 and to direct staff to pre~pare the Amendment. Mayor
Partin, hearing no objections, ordered this item continued to the meeting of November Z6,
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CONSIDERATION OF PUBUC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT - MR.
JOSE B. OROZCO, D.B.A. 0 & D ENTERPRISES (CLEAN-IT-BRIGHT): Mr. Essex presented
a staff report dated November 6, 1984, a request for a Special Permit from Jose Orozco to
allow the sale of household products door-to-door in the City of Cypress.
The Council expressed concern that the applicant was not present and indicated that they
would consider this item when the applicant is present to meet with Council.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Partin so ordered the public hearing continued to the meeting
of November Z6, 1984.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBUC HEARING RE: PARCEL MAP NO. 84-1198, SOUTH OF
CERRITOS AVENUE BETWEEN VALLEY VIEW STREET AND HOLDER STREET ADJACENT
NORTH OF THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY: Chris Eynon
summarized the staff report dated November 1, 1984, which represents a request to readjust
the lot lines of two parcels, thereby allowing for the creation of a buildable lot adjacent
north of the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way between Valley View Street and Holder
Street, south of Cerritos Avenue in the BP Business Park Zone. Ms. Eynon presented a
rendering of the proposed building for review. Staff recommended approval subject to
conditions.
Mr. John Miller, of Milco Development, Incorporated, 5150 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long
Beach, spoke in support of his request.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel, to close the public
hearing and to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Parcel Map
No. 84-1198 subject to all conditions.
RESOLUTION NO. Z851
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING PARCEL MAP NO. 84-1198 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
3 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Coronado and Lacayo
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 84-4: OUTDOOR
STORAGE IN COMMERCIAL ZONES: Chris Eynon summarized the staff report dated
November 1, 1984. Due to numerous complaints received regarding the storage bins located
behind the Mervyn's Deparment Store, Council directed staff, at the meeting of October 22,
1984, to prepare a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to prohibit outdoor starage in all
commercial zones throughout the City. Staff determined that the regulations pertaining to
uses, as well as storage, should be clarified. Ms. Eynon explained that these regulations could
be incorporated into the zoning text as follows: 1) Require that in any commercial zone all
uses, including storage, be conducted within an entirely enclosed building; and 2) Specifically
prohibit outdoor storage in any form in all commercial zones.
Ms. Eynon stated that the City Attorney had recommended a change in the wording of
Section 1-J of the proposed Ordinance to read as follows: "In any commercial zone all uses
and storage shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed building. Outdoor storage,
including but not limited to materials, supplies, products, temporary storage containers and
cargo carriers, except where permitted pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit for uses
specifically listed in Section 10.1.B or in connection with approved nurseries or garden supply
stores, shall be specifically prohibited".
Mr. Ted Paike, General Manager of Mervyn's, stressed the need for the containers during the
November - December holiday season, adding that the bins are in a presentable condition and
are only temporary, assuring the Council that they will be removed immediately following
Christmas. In response to the concern over the noise generated from the use of the storage
bins, Mr. Paike indicated that the bins are not opened prior to 8:30 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m.
Chris Eynon presented slides of the storage bins and the area in question.
COUNCILMAN CORONADO ARRIVED AT 8:38 P.M.
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Due to the poor condition of the trees in the buffer zone located behind Mervyn's,
Councilman Mullen questioned Mr. Paike concerning the agre,ement that the center would
maintain the area. Mr. Paike stated that he was assured by the property manager that the
trees would be replaced and the buffer zone maintained.
Discussion ensued concerning the neighbors' concerns regardhlg the noise created by the bins
and the condition of the containers. Councilman Kanel suggested a screen to conceal the
storage bins and limitations on the hours of operation.
After lengthy discussion, it was moved by Councilman MulleI1l to continue this public hearing
to the meeting of November 26, 1984, and to direct the City Attorney to draft an Ordinance
that would require a Conditional Use Permit for use of outdoor storage containers. The
motion was seconded by Mayor Partin.
Councilman Coronado indicated that due to his absence earlier at this public hearing, he
would abstain from the vote.
Discussion continued with Councilman Mullen and Mayor Partin amending their motion to
include in the Ordinance that consideration of Conditional Uiie Permits shall be for
temporary uses only. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABST AIN:
3 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kanel, Mullen Clnd Partin
None
Lacayo
Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF FEDERAL HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT APPLICATION - ELEVENTH YEAR: Chris Eynon p]~esented a staff report dated
November Z, 1984, outlining staff's proposal for the 11th yeaII' Federal Housing and
Community Development Block Grant being sought for public improvements and housing
rehabilitation.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close the public
hearing and approve the application as outlined in the staff ]'eport and authorize the Mayor to
sign the application. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
RECESS: At 9:10 p.m. Mayor Partin called a recess, and th~~ meeting reconvened at 9:Z3
p.m.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TREE TRIMMING WORK, REQUEST
FOR QUOTATION NO. 8485-19: A staff report was presented dated November 6, 1984,
which outlines the three bids received for trimming and fea1thering a total of fifty (50)
Eucalyptus trees at the Cypress Nature Park.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Partin to award the contract for
tree trimming work to Travers Tree Service, P. O. Box 7000-416 P.V. Peninsula, in the
amount of $3,400.00. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ROOF' REPAIRS AT THE CYPRESS
CNIC CENTER AND CYPRESS COMMUNITY CENTER: Mr. Beardsley presented a staff
report dated November Z, 1984 which outlines the three bids received for roof repairs at the
Cypress Civic Center and Cypress Community Center.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Mullen, and acting as the ex-
officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, to
authorize an appropriation from the fund balance of the PaJrk District General Fund and
appropriate $1,436 to Account No. 4186-12-515.Z9; and to award the contract to Bryant
Organization, 865 South East Street, Anaheim, in the amount of $18,492. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
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A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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Coronado, Kane1, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT FOR ADDITIONAL SUPPLIER OF ASPHALT: A staff
report was presented dated October 19, 1984, which outlines a request for an additional
supplier of asphalt. At the present time the work crews are supplied with asphalt by All
American Asphalt, located in Westminster. The service is satisfactory when the plant is
open, however, due to plant failure and other related problems the plant is frequently closed
with no warning or notice. Staff recommended Sully Miller Company of Long Beach as an
alternate supplier when All American Asphalt is not available.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Partin to award the additional
asphalt contract to Sully Miller Contracting Company, 3000 East South Street, Long Beach,
at a price of $23.90 per ton. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCn.. MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR COMPUTER TERMINALS, REQUEST
FOR QUOTATION NO. 8485-05: A staff report was presented dated October 30, 1984 which
outlines the four bids received for the purchase of computer terminals. Staff had spent
considerable time researching and testing all bid models for ease of use and compatibility
with the City's current software. Staff recommended the purchase of the Wyse 50 terminal
which had been tested with favorable results.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Mullen to award the
contract for the purchase of five (5) computer terminals to AnaComp, Incorporated, lZ838
S. E. 40th Place, Bellevue, Washington, in the amount of $3,089.45. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
CONSIDER A nON OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR VIDEO EQUIPMENT: A staff report
was presented dated November 6, 1984 outlining the seven bids received for the purchase of
video equipment. Staff had reviewed various models of video equipment currently on the
market and the following items were chosen as most suitable to meet the City's
requirements: a) portable video recorder Panasonic AG-Z400 with battery pack and a/c
charger, b) video tuner-timer Panasonic AG-V340, c) color video camera Panasonic 3050, d)
lighting set Smith Vector KZR and e) tripod with fluid head Bilora 3125.
After brief discussion, it was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Partin to:
1) transfer $3,004.00 from the General Fund to the Central Services Fund Account 4549-90-
656-35 to cover the purchase of the video equipment, Z) authorize the purchase of video
equipment from I-Med, 15Z0 Cotner Avenue, Los Angeles, in the amount of $Z,64Z.58 and 3)
authorize the purchase of a video cart from Shore-Line Limited, 3459 Cahunga Boulevard,
Hollywood, in the amount of $360.76. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCn.. MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
In regard to Item No. lO-A, a staff report was presented dated November Z, 1984 outlining
the three bids received for Trimming Landmark Sycamore Trees, located at 5411 Orange
Avenue and on the median strip at Rome Avenue, west of Walker Street. Both trees have
developed heavy growth and could cause problems to vehicles and pedestrians.
After brief discussion, it was moved by Mayor Partin and seconded by Councilman Mullen to
award the contract for lacing, shaping and trimming two landmark Sycamore trees to Tree
Designs, 744 Victoria, Costa Mesa, in the amount of $900.00, being the most highly
recommended firm for performing the specialized work. The motion unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCn.. MEMBERS:
o COUNCn. MEMBERS:
1 COUNCn. MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
All matters listed on the agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be considered by the City
Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion appr0'i7ing the recommendations
listed on the agenda.
Councilman Kanel requested that Item No. 19 be removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Mullen to approve Item
Nos. 11 - 18 and Item N 06. ZO - Z6 on the Consent Calendar. The motion unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
Item No. 11: Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October ZZ,
1984 and the Special Meeting of November 1,1984.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of October ZZ, 1984 and
November 1, 1984, with Councilman Mullen abstaining on the November 1,1984 Minutes due
to his absence at the meeting.
Item No. 1Z: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinance,s Presented for Consideration
by Title Only and to W ai ve Further Reading.
Item No. 13: Consideration of Proclaiming Thursday, November 15, 1984, as "Great
American Smokeout Day".
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim Thursday, November
15, 1984, as "Great American Smokeout Day" in the City of Cypress.
Item No. 14: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed
by Clara Estrada Parra and Joaquin Rodrigues Parra, D.B.A. Cafe Ole, 4197 Ball Road,
Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 15: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Trasfer Filed
by Jong Kil Park, D.B.A. Shop N Go Market, 5961 Cerritos Avenue, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 16: Consideration of Extension of Employment List - Community Service Officer.
Recommendation: That the City Council extend the employment list for the position of
Community Service Officer to February 8, 1985.
Item No. 17: Consideration of Employment List - Custodian.
Recommendation: That the City Council certify the employment list for the position of
Custodian as submitted.
Item No. 18: Consideration of Recommendations of Traffic Commission Meeting of October
16, 1984.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the recommendations of the Traffic
Commission as outlined in the report and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
establishing a "No Parking Any Time" zone on the north side of Lincoln Avenue, east of
Sumner Place.
RESOLUTION NO. Z85Z
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCn. OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ANY TIME" AREA ON LINCOLN
AVENUE, NORTH SlOE, EAST OF SUMNER PLACE.
Item No. 20: Consideraticm of Communication From the Cypress School nt.hotd Requesting
that the Surplus School Properties be Placed in the Redevelopment Project Area.
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Recommendation: That the City Council direct staff to prepare a Resolution designating a
Redevelopment Survey Area which would include the surplus school properties of Damron,
Landell, Mackay, and Morris.
Item No. 21: Consideration of Update Information on Holder Street.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 22: Consideration of acceptance of the Installation of Street Striping and Pavement
Markers at Various Locations, City of Cypress Project No. 8455-90.
Recommendation: That the City Council 1) Approve the total change for both contracts for
City of Cypress Project No. 8455-90 from $ZI,877 .45 to $21,976.13; Z) Accept the
installation of the street striping portion of the City of Cypress Project No. 8455-90,
Proposal B, as being satisfactorily completed by J & S Sign Company, Inc., in accordance
with the Plans and Specifications in the amount of $11,304.90; 3) Accept the installation of
pavement markers portion of the City of Cypress Project No. 8455-90, Proposal C, as being
satisfactorily completed by the Traffic Operations, Inc., in accordance with the Plans and
Specifications in the amount of $10,671.Z3; and 4) Authorize the City Clerk to release the
Labor and Materials Bonds upon expirati,on of the required lien period, providing no liens have
been filed and to release the Faithful Performance Bonds upon expiration of one year's
guarantee, providing no defects in material and workmanship become evident.
Item No. 2.3: Consideration of Approval for Tenth Year Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Contract Regarding Rehabilitation of Private Properties.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Contract numbered C4012Z as submitted
and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City Council of the City of
Cypress.
Item No. 7..4: Consideration of Approval for Tenth Year Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Contract Regarding Public Facilities and Improvements.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Contract numbered C400Z5 as submitted
and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City Council of the City of
Cypress.
Item No. Z5: Consideration of Sale of Surplus Equipment (1) Layton Track Paver.
Recommendation: That the City Council, pursuant to City Code Section 21A-8F, authorize
the Purchasing Officer to sell one (1) Layton Track Paver to the City of Irvine for twelve (1 Z)
monthly payments of $175.00 each, for a total revenue of $Z,100.00.
Recreation & Park District Matters:
Item No. 7..6: Consideration of Proposed New Classes and Fees.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex-officio governing Board of
Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the proposed two new classes
and fees as outlined in the report.
In regard to Item No. 19, Consideration of a Request from the Community Airport Council to
Adopt a Resolution of Support for the Master Plan of the John Wayne Airport, the Council
indicated that at this time they were not willing to support the Resolution.
It was moved by Mayor Partin and seconded by Councilman Mullen to receive and file the
report. The motion unanimously carried 4-0, Councilman Lacayo absent.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS
NO. 6679 - 6913: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Partin to
approve the Warrant List for Warrants No. 6679 - 6913, in the total amount of $628,055.82.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCn. MEMBERS:
o COUNCn. MEMBERS:
1 COUNCn. MEMBERS:
Coronado, Kanel, Mullen and Partin
None
Lacayo
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Partin called an Executive Session at 9:40 p.m. and the
meeting reconvened at 10:Z3 p.m.
It was moved by Mayor Partin and seconded by Councilman Coronado to approve the
recommended applicants for the Blue Ribbon Committee, which consists of 7 Cypress
citizens and one alternate to study noise and safety impacts on Cypress residents arising out
of aircraft traffic associated with the Los Alamitos Air Base. The motion unanimously
carried 4-0, with Councilman Lacayo absent.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Partin adjourned the meeting at 10:Z5 p.m. to Monday, November
19, 1984, at 6:30 p.m., for installation of the newly elected Council members and for Council
reorganization.
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