Minutes 85-10-28
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
October 28, 1985
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:38 p.m., on Monday,
October 28, 1985, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress,
California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT:
ARSENT:
Council Members Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
Councilman Coronado
Also present were David Ranett, Assistant City Manager; and the following staff members:
Eynon and Thomas.
Mayor Kanel announced that the regular City Council meeting would now be called into
session in a joint meeting with the Senior Citizens Commission.
Chairfnan Scott called the joint meeting with the City Council to order at 6:40 p.m., with the
following Senior Citizens rom missioners present: Lachina, Berlin, Hayes, Abrams, Newton,
Spatz and Chairman Scott. Alternates Dobrick, McKeown, Meredyk and Unan were also
present.
At the request of a Commission member, Mayor Kanel introduced the City Council members
and the Council congratulated the seniors on the selection for the Section 202 funding
approval and com mended them for their efforts to gain approval. The Council assured the
rommission that they are fully supporting Proposition D on the November ballot and urged
the seniors to spread the word and seek support. Councilman Lacayo concluded the City
Council's statement by stressing the importance of the Commission and Council working
together to ohtain the ultimate senior center.
'VIr. Brooks White, of Shelter Ventures Housing Consultants, reviewed the informational
packet distributed to the seniors and the Council which included a letter from Shelter
Ventures explaining the roles and responsibilities of the different organizations involved, as
well as timing information of the propsosed project and an address where persons can write
to express their interest in the project; an official letter from the Department of Housing
and Urban Development advising National Church Residences of Cypress of project selection
for funding, including terms and conditions; and information explaining the Section 202
program and the Section 8 rental assistance program that is associated with the housing
project. Mr. White indicated that it would take approximately 10 to 12 months to receive all
the necessary approvals/permits form the City and HUD, placing commencement of
construction at approximately September of 1986.
Mr. White concluded by encouraging the Council and staff to effect a rapid negotiation
process to meet HUD's deadline and to adhere to the time schedule, and warned that since
the school district will attempt to obtain top dollar on the property everyone needs to work
together to resolve the purchase of the property as soon as possible.
At 7:20 p.m., the Senior Citizens Commission adjourned and the City Council meeting
continued following a brief recess.
At 7:25 p.m., the meeting continued with all Council members present with the exception of
Councilman Coronado. The following additional staff members were present at this time:
Beardsley, Hurst, Leonard and Lowenberg.
At this time Mayor I(anel announced that Item No.7, Consent Calendar Item Nos. 8 - 17, and
Item No. 18 would be taken out of order and heard at this time.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ONE (1) BOOKCASE FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT: A staff report was presented dated October 22, 1985 for the purchase of one
bookcase to be used in a Police Captain's office.
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded hy Councilman Lacayo to appropriate $145
from the Central Services Fund to Account 4673-90-653-38 and authorize the purchase of one
bookcase for the Police Department from Bassett Business Interiors, 1952 E. Edinger, Santa
Ana, in the amount of $232.78. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
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A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
] COUUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
CONSENT CALENDAR:
All matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" were considered by the City
Council as routine and enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the
Agenda.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Partin to approve Consent
Calendar Item Nos. 8 - 17. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL \'1EMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
Item No.8: Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 15,
1985.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of October 15, 1985 as
submitted.
Item NO.9: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances Presented For Consideration hy
Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item No. 10: Consideration of Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed by
An Xuan & Ngan Thi Nguyen, D.B.A. Omega Liquor, 4346 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress.
Recom mendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 11: Consideration of Proclaiming November 3, 1985, as "Rams Day".
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim November 3, 1985, as
"Rams Day" in the City of Cypress.
Item No. 12: Consideration of Proclaiming November 24 - December 1, 1985, as "Bible
Week".
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim November 24 -
December 1, 1985, as "Bible Week" in the City of Cypress as requested.
Item No. 13: Consideration of l\1onthly Investment Report for the Month of September 1985.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 14: Consideration of Claim Filed by Ronald Whitman.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claim and refer it to
the City's Claims Adjuster, Carl Warren and Company, for appropriate disposition.
Item No. 15: Consideration of Traffic Signal Agreement for the Intersection of Cerritos
Avenue and Denni Street, City of Cypress Project No. 8400-10.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Agreement between the City of
Cypress and the City of Los Alamitos for the maintenance and energy costs of the traffic
signal at the intersection of Cerritos A venue and Denni Street and authorize the Mayor to
sign and the City Clerk to attest the signature.
Item No. 16: Consideration of Acceptance of the Heater Scarification, Overlay, and
Reconstruction of Various Streets in the City of Cypress, Project No. 8560-90.
Recommendation: That the City Council 1) Approve the contract change from the original
contract award to All American Asphalt of $622,337.79 to the final cost of $636,429.93; 2)
Accept the Heater Scarification Project of various streets within the City of Cypress,
Project No. 8560-90, as being satisfactorily completed in accordance with the Plans and
Specifications; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials 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.
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Item No. 17: Consideration of Request for SB 821 Local Allocation Funds for Bicycle and
Pedestrian Facilities on Walker Street From Cerritos Avenue to Katella Avenue, City of
Cypress Project No. 8115-90.
Recom mendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution by title only, title as follows,
authorizing staff to submit a claim for its J 985-86 allocation of local SB 821 Funds in the
amount of $9,593.
RESOLUTION NO. 2997
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR THE CITY'S 1985-86 LOCAL
ALLOCATION OF SB 821 BICYCLE AND/OR PEDESTRIAN FUND~.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CATV PEDESTAL COMPLAINTS: A staff report
was reviewed dated October 21, 1985. At the Council meeting of October 15, staff was
directed to report back on the feasibility of hiring a part-time inspector or some other
alternate approach to providing notification to homeowners prior to the installation of a
CATV pedestal in the public easement in front of their homes. Subsequently, Copley/Colony
has proposed altering their current pre-construction notification process to add personal
contact by their Regional Construction Supervisor with each homeowner designated to have a
pedestal. In the event no one is home, a separate letter would be left explaining that a
pedestal is to be installed and to contact Copley/Colony to discuss the exact location, as well
as the pedestal shape preferred. Mr. Barrett indicated that this procedure should mitigate
the problems experienced in the past.
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to receive and file
the report and to be kept informed on the progress of the installation. Mayor Kanel, hearing
no objections, so ordered.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilman Lacayo led the Pledge to the Flag.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Kanel asked if anyone wished to speak on any item that
was not on the Agenda. No one wished to speak.
CONTINUATION OF PRESENTATION TO THE CYPRESS POLICE DEPARTMENT BY STEVE
& LINDA GA VLICK: Steve and Linda Gavlick, of 6093 Ramos Circle, Cypress, presented a
donation in the amount of $100 to the Cypress Police Department to be used in the City's
Drug Awareness and Resistance Education Program, and commended the City on its fine
Police Department.
Chief Lowenberg provided a brief description on the goals and objectives of the D.A.R.E.
Program.
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSION: The Assistant City Manager requested that the
following items be added to the Agenda:
The addition to Item No. 22 of a Resolution designating a Redevelopment Survey
Area;
Consideration of proposed Amendment No.1 to the Civic Center Redevelopment
Project, which was added as Item No. 22-A; and
Consideration of Redevelopment Plan Amendment No.1 accepting the Preliminary
Plan as amended, which was added as Item No. 26.
Mayor Kanel, hearing no objections, added consideration of a Resolution commending
Margaret Vessels for her outstanding community involvement, which was added as Item No.
23-A; and discussion on the Miss City of Cypress Beauty Contest, which was added as Item
No. 23-B.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: PARCEL MAP NO. 85-
321, WARLAND INVESTMENTS, LTD., S/W KATELLA AVENUE AND KNOTT STREET: The
Mayor opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Chris Eynon indicated that Mr.
Stevenson, representing Warland Company, was present in the audience to request a
continuance to the November 12, 1985 Council meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to continue
consideration of Parcel Map No. 85-321 to the Council meeting of November 12, 1985.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor so ordered the continuance.
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 85-23, OUTDOOR STORAGE CONTAINERS AT TARGET, 6835 KATELLA
A VENUE: The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. The Planning Director indicated that staff
had received a letter from Target requesting formal withdrawal of Conditional Use Permit
85-23. Target has indicated that alternative sources for additional storage facilities would
be utilized. Target had also submitted a request for refund of their application fee of $400.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the Public
Hearing, withdraw Conditional Use Permit No. 85-23 and refund the $400 filing fee to the
applicant. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
CONSInERATION OF PU8LIC~ HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-24,
OUTDOOR STORAGE CONTAINERS AT MERVYN'S, 10201 VALLEY VIEW STREET: Mayor
Kanel opened the Public Hearing. The Planning Director summarized the staff report dated
October 21, 1985, for a request from Mervyn's Department Store, 10201 Valley View Street,
to place fifteen bulk storage containers at the rear of the store property from October 29,
1985 until January 1, 1986. The hours of access to the containers would be limited to 8:30
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Fridav, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 10:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The applicant had indicated that the containers would be brought on
the site as they are needed, thereby resulting in fewer containers on the site initially with
the maximum placement occurring later in the proposed time period. The Planning Director
indicated that no complaints were received regarding the aesthetics of the containers, but
over the past two years complaints were received regarding excessive noise, especially early
morning and late evening hours. She added that the applicant has made an effort to mitigate
the noise problems by limiting the hours of access to the containers and maintaining 95 feet
from the rear property line. Staff has also included a condition which would allow the City
Council to maintain the right to review and modify the Conditional Use Permit if
substantiated complaints are received.
Mr. Ted Pakes, General Manager of the Mervyn's Department Store, indicated that he was
unaware of anyone entering the containers after 5:00 p.m. He added that he is aware of the
complaints and will abide by the conditions to mitigate the problems.
Mayor Kanel asked whether a representative from Mervyn's has talked to the neighbors
regarding the noise complaints. Mr. Pakes responded in the negative, but indicated that Mr.
Fox from the Chamber of Commerce has contacted Mr. Kennedy, who, as confirmed by the
Planning Director, is the only person who has lodged a noise complaint.
Mayor Kanel inquired whether the metal doors on the containers could be stripped with
rubber casing to eliminate the noise. Mr. Pakes indicated that he would look into it and
added that Mr. Buddy Wilson of Haulaway Containers is present and would be able to address
the inquiry.
Mr. Buddy Wilson, Western Regional Manager for Haulaway Containers, 11292 Western
A venue, Stanton, indicated that the doors would not lock properly if the metal to metal
contact was broken with rubber. He further added that the doors could be broken into easily
and the locking system would be ineffective.
Mayor Kanel questioned the feasibility of using only one door to enter the containers, that
being the one closest to the store. Mr, Wilson indicated that the efficiency would be reduced
greatly and a middle aisle would be needed to get to the other end.
The Mayor asked if anyone else wished to speak in favor of the request. No one wished to
speak. Mayor Kanel then inquired whether anyone wished to speak in opposition.
Mr. Don Kennedy, ;)843 Holmby Court, Cypress, spoke in opposition to approval of the
containers, indicating that the "ear of Mervyn's is similar to an echo chamber and it gets very
noisy. Mr. Kennedy added that a refrigerated truck, which operates 24-hours a day, has been
parked behind Albertson's, and is expected to remain for an additional 4 - 6 weeks which is
creating excessive noise. Mr. Kennedy concluded that Mervyn's should utilize alternate
means for storage and urged Council denial.
Mr. Pakes again spoke in support of approval and added that Mervyn's is attempting to
eliminate the problems and, in response to Councilman Lacayo's inquiry, indicated that he has
investigated the best placement of the containers to reduce the noise.
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Councilman Lacayo asked if Mr. Pakes was in agreement to the five conditions. Mr. Pakes
questioned Condition No.2 regarding the temporary use of 24-inch box Potacarpus trees for
screening purposes. Councilman Lacayo questioned the feasibility of installing a 5 - 6 foot
high fence to buffer the residential and commercial areas. Planning Director Chris Eynon
indicated that buffers are a viable solution, however, she added her concern that once the
buffer is installed, the containers would remain indefinitely, or would create a potential
police problem upon removal of the containers.
Mayor Kanel inquired as to alternate feasible temporary storage that could be installed and
Ms. Eynon responded that the possibilities have not been studied. Ms. Eynon added that the
use of temporary planters would be for aesthetic purposes, not to reduce the noise.
Councilman Lacayo expressed his opinion that it is unfair to ask Mervyn's to utilize shrubbery
and not the other tenants in the shopping center, and added that a long term solution is
needed. He concluded by asking why trees should be considered for aesthetic purposes if the
complaints have been concerning noise.
Councilman Partin indicated that a permanent solution is needed and suggested that staff
conduct a study of the entire center and contact local homeowners to gather their input
regarding the installation of a 12' solid concrete wall dividing the zones.
Discussion ensued regarding methods of funding for this type of project and whether public
funds could be used for private property improvements. City Attorney Mark fluebsch
indicated that it would have to be researched, but that one requirement is that the
improvement must benefit the public. Councilman Lacayo added that this suggestion is
worth investigating and suggested that the study be conducted and the funding methods be
considered at a later date.
Councilman Lacayo recommended a revision to Condition No.2 eliminating the requirement
of the use of trees, and adding a condition that addresses the noise issue.
Mayor Kanel questioned the proposed procedure if complaints are received by the Planning
Department. The City Attorney indicated that the Council could hear the issue, with the
applicant being given an opportunity to speak, or it could be delegated to staff at its
discretion, adding that a public hearing would not be required. Mr. Huebsch recommended
that Condition No.2 be modified to read: "If complaints of noise are made to the Planning
Department, these will be forwarded to the City Council which, at its discretion, may modify
or terminate the permit".
Mr. Pakes indicated agreement to the conditions as modified.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Partin to close the Public
Hearing and to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 85-24 subject to conditions as modified.
Councilman Mullen indicated that he would support approval, but reluctantly. Mayor Kanel
indicated that he is in support, but that the Council must be kept informed regarding the
noise concerns. Councilman Lacayo added that with the conditions, the Council has more
control over the concerns, and suggested that the Chief of Police keep a log of complaints
and report to the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 2998
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-24 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to direct staff to do
a study in conjunction with the residents and return with a preliminary report at the
November 25 Council meeting regarding the feasibility of a permanent solution to mitigate
the shopping center noise problem, possibly by consulting with an acoustical firm or doing a
CalTrans type wall. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
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A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
In conclusion, Mr. Pakes indicated that all employees would be informed of the importance of
opening and closing the storage containers with care to eliminate any undue noise, and urged
Mr. Kennedy to contact him personally should the problems continue.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-25, CAR
WASH AND SERVICE STATION, 4001 BALL ROAD, CYPRESS: The Mayor opened the Public
Hearing and the Planning Director presented a staff report dated October 16, 1985, for a
request from Shell Oil Company to modify the existing Shell Service Station, located at 4001
Ball Road, by converting the existing automotive service bays into self-serve, drive-thru car
wash. Also included was a request to vary from Section 10.3.A of the Zoning Ordinance to
allow the existing Ball Road front yard landscape planter to remain at a depth of 3 feet
rather than the required 10 feet and to vary from Section 14.2.B to allow a total of 4 parking
stalls for the project rather than the required 5. Staff agreed that a full 10-foot planter
would not be a reasonable request, however did recom mend the expansion of the planter an
additional 2 feet. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions.
Mr. Bernie Smith, Shell Oil Company representative, 511 North Brookhurst Street, Anaheim,
concurred with staff's recommendation to increase the planter fronting Ball Road an
additional 2 feet. Mr. Smith, referring to Condition No. 17, indicated that since Shell Oil
leases the land, he does not know whether the Company can dedicate the corner cutoff to the
City; he also asked for clarification of Condition Nos. 2 and 3 regarding requirements of the
Orange County Fire Marshall's Office. In response to Condition No. 17, the Planning Director
indicated that Item No. 17 still remains a condition of approval and that Shell Oil would have
to work with the land owner to seek authority to dedicate. She added that if the dedication
is not received, it would either invalidate the r;up or a Council action would be required to
amend the conditions. Ms. Eynon clarified Condition Nos. 2 and 3 to the satisfaction of Mr.
Smith.
Councilman Partin questioned the purpose of the corner cutoff. Public Works Director Bob
Beardsley clarified that the corner cutoff provides a more conventional cut off that is now
required under current development standards.
Mayor Kanel asked if anyone was present in opposition to the request. There was none.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the Public
Hearing and to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 85-25 with conditions.
RESOL UTION NO. 2999
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-25 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING HE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-26,
RESTAURANT WITH ON SALE BEER AND WINE, 4011 ORANGE AVENUE: JVIayor Kanel
opened the Public Hearing and the Planning Director summarized the staff report dated
October 16, 1985, for a request from Gloria Reyes to allow the operation of a restaurant with
the on-premise sale of beer and wine in a 750 squtlre foot lease space at 4011 Orange
Avenue. The plans submitted indicated approximately 7 tables, as well as counter seating.
The hours of operation would be 6:00 a.m to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 6:00 a.m
to 12:00 midnight Saturday and Sunday. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions.
Ms. Gloria Reyes, 5691 Orange Avenue, applicant, spoke in support of the request and was
present to answer questions from the Council.
Mayor Kanel asked if anyone was present in opposition to this request.
Mr. John Vardo, 4026 Brighton Circle, spoke in opposition of approval, stating that the
restaurant would create noise, as well as trash problems, with associated bugs and odors. Mr.
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Vardo added that the sale of beer and wine would have an adverse affect. In conclusion, Mr.
Vardo indicated that he could circulate a petition of those in opposition to this request if the
Council so desires.
Ms. Elizabeth Tomansiage, 4036 Brighton Circle, concurred with Mr. Vardo, expressing
concern over noise and trash.
Councilman Lacayo suggested continuing this item to enable the concerned residents to meet
with the applicant to attempt to mitigate potential problems.
Ms. Reyes added that she has contacted some people and they had indicated support for the
restaurant at that location. Councilman Lacayo urged Ms. Reyes to contact the residents
located adjacent to the proposed site to hear their concerns.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to continue the
Public Hearing to the meeting of November 12, 1985. The motion to continue unanimously
carried.
Mayor Kanel indicated that Mr. Vardo may wish to circulate a petition if he is strongly
opposed and suggested he contact the Planning Director regarding the proper petition
format. Councilman Mullen suggested that Mr. Vardo urge those opposed to the restaurant to
attend the meeting and voice their objections.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 76-7, SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER WITH WEEKLY BINGO GAMES AT CYPRESS
SKATEWAY, 6143 BALL ROAD: Mayor Kanel opened the Public Hearing. Due to the
complexity of this application and the involvement of other City departments, staff
requested a continuance of this item in order to provide additional time to gather pertinent
information.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to continue
consideration of Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 76-7 to the Council meeting of
November 25, 1985. The motion unanimously carried.
B..ECE~S: Mayor Kanel called a recess at 9:20 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 9:28 p.m.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF REVISION OF LAND PARCEL CONSOLIDATION
PROCEDURES: The Director of Public Works presented a staff report dated October 21,
1985. At the request of the Council, staff had researched the City's present requirements for
consolidating small lots into larger, single parcels for development purposes. Since such
actions fall within the purview of the State Subdivision Map Act and the City's Subdivision
Ordinance, these are the sources governing any possible changes. The relevant sections are
as follows: 1) Section 66451.11 of the Map Act provides a means by which parcels may be
merged without preparing a map; 2) Section 66412 (c) of the Map Act allows for merging of
parcels by a lot line adjustment; and 3) Section 25-18 of the City's Subdivision Ordinance
specifically requires that the size or shape of any of the parcels involved may not be
substantially changed by a lot line adjustment. Staff indicated that while it is conceivable
that the Council could adopt ordinances to address the cited code sections with an intent to
protect "small" developers, such actions are not recom mended. Staff recom mended that the
Council reaffirm the adequacy of its present Subdivision Ordinance in assisting small
developers to the extent practicable.
Maym' Kanel reported that Councilman Coronado had earlier indicated a desire for
continuance of this item until his return, but that if the Council supported staff's
recommendation that would be fine.
Mr. Steven Provenghi, 9291 Lexington Street, Cypress, of Mackintosh &. Mackintosh, Inc.,
Consulting Engineers, submitted a proposal regarding land parcel consolidation procedures
with respect to 5292 and 5302 Bishop Street for Council consideration.
Councilman Lacayo expressed his lack of support for the request due to the difficulty in
keeping accurate records without a Parcel Map, therefore moved to receive and file the
report. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mullen and unanimously carried.
Councilman Lacayo suggested that the Public Works Director review the material submitted
by Mr. Provenghi and return to Council if further discussion is warranted.
In regard to Item No. 23-B, consideration of the Miss City of Cypress Beauty Queen Contest,
the Mayor summarized the desires of the Council to produce a larger, upgraded pageant to
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represent the City. The Mayor explained that one of the responsibilities of the Cultural Arts
Commission would be to sponsor the pageant. He further explained that the Chamber of
Commerce has expressed a desire to co-sponsor the pageant with the Commission. Mayor
Kanel further suggested that this item be added to the Cultural Arts Commission Agenda and
that staff contact the Chamber to confirm their desire to be a part of the pageant, which
would be for the 1986 year.
Councilman Lacayo stressed the need for a credible City-wide contest. He proposed that the
Council choose a committee of two to work with staff and return with guidelines and policies
clarifying the Council's intent in sanctioning the Miss City of Cypress pageant.
Councilman Mullen indicated support to Councilman Lacayo's suggestion regarding a
com mittee but explained that direction should be given to the Ct>amber and the Com mission
so that they may return with guidelines for Council approval.
Councilman Partin added that the contest should be affiliated, if possible, with State or
National competition and requested that staff research the feasibility.
Ned Fox, Executive Director of the [';hamber of Commerce, suggested that the number of
people involved be somewhat limited to avoid chaos, and added that the pageant committee
members should not be required to return to Council each time a decision must be made. Mr.
Fox further suggested that the Chamber meet with the Cultural Arts Commission to establish
proposed guidelines to present to Council for approval, as well as submitting monthly
progress reports.
Mayor Kanel volunteered to be on the committee and suggested that C;ouncilman Lacayo and
himself attend a joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce and the Cultural Arts
Commission some time in January 1986.
Discussion ensued regarding the feasibility of being affiliated with a larger, well-known
contest. Councilman Mullen expressed his concern that Cypress is not large enough to be
part of a contest such as Miss America.
Council man Lacayo suggested that the Council move to formaUy express its intent to
sanction this contest and recommended that staff return to the next [';ouncil meeting with a
report.
Mayor Kanel suggested that he and Councilman Lacayo meet with the Park and Recreation
District, the Chamber of Commerce and staff to begin discussions.
Councilman Partin suggested that instead of waiting for a report at the next meeting, that
Council confirm its intent to sanction the pageant tonight.
It was moved by Mayor Kanel and seconded by Councilman Partin to undertake a Miss City of
Cypress pageant in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce and the Cultural Arts
Commission and that the Mayor and Councilman Lacayo meet to discuss the guidelines and
return to Council with a report. The motion unanimously carried.
Mayor Kanel reported for the record that Councilman Coronado had voiced support.
CONSIDERATION OF CABLE ADVISORY TELEVISION COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATIONS: Assistant City Manager Dave Barrett presented a staff report dated
October 22, 1985 outlining the two Cable Advisory Television Com mittee recommendations
regarding the Ownership of Program Content and public access channel Limitations on
Program Content guidelines. Mr. Barrett indicated that City staff and Copley/Colony staff
support both policy statements as modified and adopted by the Committee at its meeting of
October 10, 1985.
Cheryl Roderiques, General Manager of Copley/Colony, was present in support of the policy
statements and stated that she would submit them to the Rhode Island Corporate office with
a recommendation for approval.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to adopt the policy
statement on Ownership of Program Content and the policy guidelines on the Limitations on
Program Content and to transmit both to Copley/Colony requesting their implementation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
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Ms. Roderiques indicated that the Phase I turn on of the system will be delayed by about 5 or
6 days due to a computer problem and that she would contact the Council when the exact
date is known.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNICATION FROM COUNCILMAN IRV
PICKLER OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM REGARDING THE HAZARDOUS WASTE
MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY: Hearing no objections, the Mayor continued this matter to the
next meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA: Mr. Barrett indicated that he had an
additional Resolution and report to distribute and called on the Planning Director to present
a staff report dated October 23, 1985 for consideration of a Resolution designating a
Redevelopment Survey Area which consisted of the Cypress Tank Farm. Subsequently, it was
discovered that a 3.37-acre parcel adjacent to the Tank Farm at the southeast corner of
Orange Avenue and Moody Street was inadvertently left out of the survey area. Therefore,
staff recommended adoption of a Resolution to include this property in the Redevelopment
Survey Area.
Councilman Mullen questioned why the material from the consultant is being distributed so
late, expressing the difficulty in acting on an item that has not been reviewed. The Planning
Director explained that to gain the redevelopment benefits available, the Council must act at
this time.
Councilman Lacayo concurred with Councilman Lacayo and questioned how a decision is
expected without review of the material and requested the City Attorney to brief the
Council on the information.
The [';ity Attorney explained that the time limits of the State have forced the urgency for
approval and added that the material for Item No. 22, which would designate a
Redevelopment Survey Area, is similar to that presented at the last meeting with the
exception of the additional area. The added items, Nos. 22-A and 26, are additional actions
to take place with regard to Redevelopment. No. 22-A, Consideration of Proposed
Amendment No.1 to the Civic Center Redevelopment Project, would require that the City
Council, acting as the Planning Agency, amend the boundaries of the Civic Center
Redevelopment Project to include the Redevelopment Survey Area as designated by the
previous resolution. In addition, it is also necessary for the Council, acting as the Planning
Agency, to consider the Preliminary Redevelopment Plan. He further explained that if these
actions are approved, the Council must adjourn and then reconvene as the Cypress
Redevelopment Agency and accept the Preliminary Plan for the Civic Center Redevelopment
Project as amended. The City Attorney concluded by stressing the importance of the strict
time limits.
Councilman Lacayo advised the staff to present the staff reports in a timely manner to
enable adequate review and added that in the future, the items would not be considered at
the time of distribution. Councilman Lacayo concluded by suggesting adoption of a policy
that material distributed just prior to the meeting or during the meeting would automatically
be continued.
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Mullen, acting as the
Planning Agency, to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, designating a
Redevelopment Survey Area.
RESOLUTION NO. 3000
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE CIVIC CENTER
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT: The Planning Director presented a staff report dated October
28, 1985 representing the second action of three required to amend the boundaries of the
Civic Center Redevelopment Project to include the Redevelopment Survey Area and
consideration of the Preliminary Redevelopment Plan.
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It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin, acting as the
Planning Agency, to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, amending boundaries
of the Civic Center Redevelopment Project and approve the preliminary plan for the
redevelopment of the project as amended.
RESOLUTION NO. 3001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE PLANNING AGENCY, AMENDING THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE CIVIC CENTER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
HEREIN DESCRIBED WITHIN THE REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AND
APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT
OF THE PROJECT AREA AS AMENDED.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
In regard to Item No. 23-A, Consideration of a Resolution of Commendation to Mrs. Mildred
Vessels, it was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to adopt the
Resolution by title only, title as follows.
RESOLUTION NO. 3002
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COMMENDING MRS. MILDRED VESSELS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY
INVOLVEMENT, CITIZENSHIP, AND PARTICIPATION AND
ACHIEVEMENT IN THE GROWTH OF THE QUARTER RACING INDUSTRY.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kane1
None
Coronado
SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, ADDING SECTION 2-2.22.1 TO THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
RELATING TO VACANCY ON VARIOUS COMMISSIONS UPON THE FILING OF
NOMINATION PAPERS FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ON BEHALF OF A MEMBER OF
V ARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by
Councilman Partin to adopt the following Ordinance by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 751
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ADDING SECTION 2-2.22.1 TO THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
RELATING TO VACANCY ON VARIOUS COMMMISSIONS UPON THE FILING
OF NOMINATION PAPERS FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ON BEHALF OF A
MEMBER OF VARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT MATTERS:
The Cypress City Council acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors of the
Cypress Recreation and Park District.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS COMMUNITY COUNTRY FESTIVAL
EV AL U ATION: Hearing no objections, the Mayor continued this matter to the November 12
Council meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS
NO. 11779 - 12043: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo
to approve the Warrant List for Warrant Nos. 11779 - 12043, in the amount of $479,568.31.
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The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
1 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Coronado
CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
The City Council acting as the Redevelopment Agency.
At 10:20 p.m., Mayor Kane1 recessed the regular meeting of the Cypress City Council and
Chairman Kanel called the meeting of the Cypress Redevelopment Agency to order, which
adjourned at 10:21 p.m. The regular meeting of the City Council reconvened at 10:21 p.m.
City A ttorney Mark Huebsch indicated that the letter earlier distributed from his office is
for review at Council's leisure to inform all concerned of the requirements of Section 33130
of the Health and Safety Code which prohibits the acquisition of a financial interest in a
redevelopment project area, and requires the disclosure of any existing financial interest
within the project area.
Mr. Barrett requested a Closed Session for matters of litigation.
CLOSED SESSION: At 10:22 p.m., Mayor Kanel called a Closed Session for matters of
litigation and the meeting reconvened at 10:30 p.m.
WRITTEN AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None was presented.
ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen
to adjourn the meeting at 10:35 p.m. to Tuesday, November 12, 1985.
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