Minutes 85-06-03
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MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
June 3, 1985
The adjourned regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:15 p.m.,
on Monday, June 3, 1985, in the Administrative Conference Room of City Hall, 5275 Orange
Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Also present at this time were Darrell Essex, City Manager; and the following staff
members: Barrett, Eynon, Hurst and Venables.
Old Business:
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF EXISTING STATE AND CITY REQUIREMENTS
REGARDING DENSITY BONUS: Planning Director Chris Eynon presented a staff report
dated June 3, 1985, for consideration of the proposed density bonus policy. Assistant Planner
Mary Venables summarized the major issues surrounding density bonuses. The Government
Code states that when a developer agrees to construct 25% of the total units of a housing
development for persons and families of low or moderate incomes or 10% of a housing
development for lower income households or 50% of the total units of a housing development
for qualifying residents, the City must either grant a density bonus or provide other
incentives of equivalent financial value. Research has shown that the provision of "other
incentives of equivalent financial value" would appear to be either infeasible or extremely
costly or both.
Council previously expressed concern that establishing a maximum income level at 120% of
the area median income would not encourage lower rents. According to State law the
moderate income level families may not be excluded from the density bonus policy. Staff has
required Section 8 participation and establishment of an order of preference should no
certificate holders be available to counter the concern of Council that the housing resulting
from the density bonus would not be affordable.
One of the major concerns expressed in the area of purchase projects was the ability of a
developer to provide affordable housing to persons at 100% of area median income should he
choose to utilize his own financing sources. It is the responsibility of the developer to
provide the density bonus units at a price which meets the density bonus criteria and if this is
not possible then he may construct his project at the density permitted by the Zoning
Ordinance. Another concern of the Council was the enforcement and policing of the
program's resale controls over the 5-year time period. This could be handled by including a
resale provision on the original deeds specifying an income limit through the 5-year time
period. The City would then be notified by the lender at the time the unit sells throughout
the 5-year time period. One last concern by Council was the willingness of the County Bond
Program to finance a small project. Staff found that there is no minimum project size
established for the single-family bond program.
The Planning staff reviewed a density bonus project analysis of a ten unit condominium
complex versus a ten unit plus two denisty bonus units condo complex. Staff clarified the
density bonus policy including standards and applicable criteria. Ms. Eynon indicated that
staff would return to Council upon development of implementing procedures for the density
bonus policy.
After discussion, Ms. Venables recommended the following amendments to the density bonus
policy standards: Standard II B-4 - The developer shall provide affordable units with a
bedroom mix and a comparable quality of amenities representative of the entire project;
Standard III B-3 - An eligible purchaser shall occupy the density bonus unit for a minimum
period of five years. This shall be enforced by establishing a resale provision on the original
deeds specifying an income limit through the five year time period; and Standard III B-5 - The
applicant/developer shall provide the affordable density bonus units with a bedroom mix and
a comparable quality of amenities representative of the entire project.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by
Councilman Lacayo to adopt a density bonus policy enacting the criteria as outlined in
Exhibit "2", with the amended language, and to direct staff to develop implementing
procedures for the density bonus policy. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
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A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR VIDEO
PROJECTION SYSTEM: A staff report was presented dated May 30, 1985, for continued
consideration of award of contract for a Sony Video Projection System. Staff was directed to
report back on the support service capabilities of the low bidder, Education Electronics
Corporation of Inglewood, and the second bidder, Metrovonics, Inc., of Los Alamitos. Staff
found that the only advantage of Metrovonics, Inc. is a shorter repair and pick-up delivery
distance. However, Metrovonics, Inc. did not offer any discount on the substitute ceiling
mount and cabling, and therefore, the difference between the two bidders is $140.61, rather
than the original $61.11.
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to award the
contract for the Video Projection System to the apparent low bidder, Education Electronics
Corporation, 213 North Cedar, Inglewood, in the amount of $5,636.39. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
BUDGET WORKSHOP:
Mayor Kanel opened discussion by requesting that Mr. Essex review the Department of
Administration's goals and objectives for Fiscal Year 1985-86. Mr. Essex reported that the
proposed operating budget is $529,958.
RECESS: At 7:15 p.m., Mayor Kanel called a recess and the meeting reconvened at 7:35
p.m., with all Council members present.
At this time the Finance Director, Larry Hurst reviewed the Finance Department's goals and
objectives, a top priority being to develop a computerized budget system. Mr. Hurst reported
that the proposed operating budget for the Finance Department is $367,101.
Councilman Lacayo indicated that within the next year a full-time in-house computer expert
may be needed to supervise the data processing. Mr. Essex indicated that at this time
a full time employee is not warranted but that it would be considered in the future when
needed.
Councilman Lacayo suggested that staff consider the possibility of purchasing a personal
computer to use for the word processing work.
The following staff members were present to present the Police Department's program
budget: Chief Lowenberg, Sergeant Hobbs, and Captains Wicker and Krause.
The Chief reviewed the Police Department's goals and objectives. Chief Lowenberg reported
that the department intends to reevaluate the computer system with the possibility of
utilizing microcomputers, and indicated that he would return at a later time with
recommendations on upgrading. Objective No.2 was discussed regarding the upgrading of a
part-time Police Aide to a full-time Jailor/Property Clerk to reduce the number of City jail
bookings by 60%.
The Chief responded to an inquiry by Council regarding the types of crimes that are on the
increase in the City, by stating that the violent crimes against persons is up and crimes
against property down.
Councilman Lacayo asked whether any special officer training classes would be held in an
attempt to decrease the chances of lawsuits in connection with officer mistakes. Captain
Wicker responded that P.O.S.T. offers extensive training classes in civil liability.
David Barrett, Assistant City Manager, indicated that he and the Police Department work
closely to follow through on all litigation.
Councilman Lacayo requested that staff submit a recap of all arrests on a monthly basis, as
well as a memorandum alerting the Council of the unusual crimes that occur in the City.
The Chief indicated that a major change will occur in the Drug Abuse Resistance Education
Program targeting fifth and sixth grade elementary school students as opposed to the high
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school population, adding that the Police Department feels that an attempt should be made
to reach the students t)efore they get to high school.
Councilman Mullen asked whether the Police Department has a method to evaluate the
success of the f).A.R.E. prOrr[.l:1nl. The Chief indicated that he would check on the evaluation
process.
Councilman Lacayo suggested a goal to use cahle television as a means of informing the
community on police dcpllrtrnent i:!('tiviUes.
RE(~ESS~ At 8:42 ~UTl., Mav0f Kane] ('I1l!f'd R recess and the meeting reconvened at 8:48 p.m.
Planning Director Chris Eynon Sl.wi"'f;\rized the goals and objectives of the Community
Development Department.
Considerable discussion 1.00K place )'E';r,ardinfr the importance of the Transportation Systems
Management program to maximize the efficiency of traffic flow within the Business Park and
surrounding com mun itles.
Councilman Mu1Jenindicated thaI the I(atella Find Vaney View intersection should be
considered as 8 possible !oc9tion f,);, un exper'imental super street and suggested that staff
conduct preliminary planning involving ('ooper'Btive funding from developers as well as the
City to attempt to interest the County.
Council man Lacayo asked that staff rc;:,cl1reh the feasibility of the entire City acquiring
home improvement 101'IHs, specifically for !'oof and termite repair.
Ms. Eynon indicated that the Planning- stHff is CI'OSS training to better understand all phases
of the department Iwd that it seems to be working out well. A major personnel change is
proposed to replnce the temporary planning position with a full time position.
Public Works DireetaI' Bob Beardsley sumrnarized the goals and objectives for 1985-86. Also
present to answp!' que~:tio!1~: 'iVerf: Frfmk Dalesnndro, Bob Apple and Avery Lankford.
Mr, E:enrdsley continlled the earJipr dis{'ussion regarding the feasibility of a super street
lOCAted Ht KateHa Hnd Valley View, the Traffic Systems Management program and an update
of the traffic prohlems and eoneerns of staff.
Mr. Essex explainEd tha t H t8sk for'ce eourd be formed to study the feasibility of the
construC'tion of 8c;Unel' :;trf'et HPd the financing alternatives.
REC~SS~ At 10:1 n P,fTl., Mayor Knnel eAl1ed 11 recess and the meeting reconvened at 10:15
p.m.
Marvin De{-:ar]o revie\ved thlC' goa]s end objectives of the Recreation and Park District. Ron
Tharnas was also present k Hnswt'r' questions frorn the Council.
Councilman Partin suggested that the Cultural Ar.ts Commission be reactivated and that the
Recreation and (;ommunitv Services Corrlmission be limited to five members. Mr. DeCarlo
indicated that hE' would pl(l(,f~ this item on the Hecreation and Community Services
Commission Agenc:n fcw the meeting" of.lllne 11, I !~85 for the Commission's input.
Brief discussion enslH'd in ('"rm~ction'Nith CHpitfl] Projeets. Mr. Beardsley indicated that at
this time the BAil Rond Stor'm Di'Rln. Phase! Hod :I would be eliminated due to the lack of
funding.
In connection with the five City entrance signs, Councilman Mullen requested that staff
research alternatives to acquiring the signs.
Following brief discussion, it WEtS moved hy Councilman Mullen, seconded by Councilman
Coronado, and unanimously earr'ied, to adjourn the meeting at 11:15 p.m.
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