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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
November 12, 1985
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 7:38 p.m., on
Tuesday, November 12, 1985, in the City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress,
California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager; Mark Huebsch, City Attorney; and the
following staff members: Barrett, Dalesandro, DeCarlo, Hurst, Jones and Lowenberg.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Paul Lurett, Weblo Boy Scout Troop #548, led the
Pledge to the Flag.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak on any item that
was not on the Agenda.
Mr. Bill Kumler, 5865 Rexford Avenue, expressed his objection to Copley/Colony's
notification procedure regarding the installation of a CATV pedestal on his property.
Assistant City Manager David Barrett indicated that Copley/Colony has proposed to install a
flush mount where the present pedestal exists and at the location requested by the Kumlers,
thereby creating a more favorable appearance. Mr. Barrett concluded by assuring Mr.
Kumler' that the installation would take place as soon as possible.
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSION: Mayor Kanel asked for additions or corrections to the
agenda.
Councilman Mullen requested discussion on the Miss City of Cypress Beauty Contest, which
the Mayor added as Item No. 32.
Mayor KaIlel added the following items to the Agenda:
Consideration of a $100 donation to the Explorer Scouts for their assistance in
conducting the Stanton Channel Bicycle/Pedestrian Trail survey, which was added as
Item No. 23-A;
Consideration of a request from Mr. Lionel Rainville, 8812 Walker Street, for a
driveway on l'\Talker Street from his property, which was added as 30-A;
Consideration of a request from Casa de Bienvenidos for a $3,500 grant, which was
added as Item No. 33;
Consideration of a Resolution of Commendation for Otto Lacayo, which was added to
the Consent Calendar as Item No. 23-B; and
Presentation of a Proclamation to Fire Captain Ralph Titus, which, hearing no
objections, was presented at this time.
PRESENTATION TO FIRE CAPTAIN RALPH TITUS FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND
DEDICATION TO THE COMMUNITY: Mayor Kanel presented a Proclamation to Fire
Captain Ralph Titus in recognition of his dedication to his profession and congratulating him
on receiving the Midway City American Legion's first annual "Fireman/Paramedic of the
Year" award.
Mr. Essex requested a Closed Session at the end of the meeting for personnel and litigation,
which was added as Item No. 34.
Mr. Essex questioned whether the Council wished to view a brief video highlighting the July
1985 Community Festival at this time to enable those present in the audience an opportunity
to view it as well. Hearing no objections, Mayor Kanel directed staff to present the video.
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PARCEL MAP NO. 85-321, WARLAND
INVESTMENTS, LTD., S/W K A TELLA A VENUE AND KNOTT STREET: The Mayor opened
the Public Hearing and the City Manager reported that the applicant had again requested a
continuance of this matter until the issues pertaining to the bike trail and berm have been
resolved.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to continue the
Public Hearing regarding Parcel Map No. 85-321 to the Council meeting of December 9,
1985. Hearing no objections, the Mayor so ordered the continuance.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 85-
1, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 85-2, ZONE CHANGE NO. 85-2, AND FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT, CYPRESS VALLEY VIEW LIMITED, SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF VALLEY VIEW STREET AND CERRITOS AVENUE: Mayor Kane! opened the
Public Hearing and Mr. Essex indicated that staff was unable to complete the discussions
with the property owners and, therefore, requested a continuance to the November 25, 1985
CouncIl meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to continue the
Public Hearing regarding Specific Plan No. 85-1, General Plan Amendment No. 85-2, Zone
Change No. 85-2, and Pinal Environmental Impact Report to November 25, 1985. Mayor
Kanel, hearing no objections, so or.dered the continuance.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING HE: CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 85-26, RESTAURANT WITH ON SALE BEER AND WINE AT 4011 ORANGE
AVENUE: The Mayor opened the Public Hearing and indicated that a letter was received
from the applicant, Ms. Gloria Reyes, requesting a formal withdrawal of Conditional Use
Permit No. 85-26, and a refund of the application fee of $450.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to close the Public
Hearing and to accept the withdrawal of Conditional Use Permit No. 85-26 and to refund the
application fee in the amount of $450. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
A YES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL \1ElVlBE RS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT - MR.
ROBERT ALLEN HARTZELL - STUDENT WORK PROGRAM: Mayor Kanel opened the
Public Hearing and the City Manager summarized the staff report dated November 6, 1985,
for a request from Mr. Robert Allen Hartzell, D.B.A. Student Work Program, 23441 Golden
Springs, Suite 185, Daimond Bar, for a special permit to allow door-to-door solicitation by
students, aged 14-18, for the sale of pre-packaged candies and cookies in the City of
Cypress. In accordance with Section 15-60 of the [';ypress City Code, the Police Chief
conducted an investigation and recommended denial.
Mr. Robert Hartzell, 2103 Pine Hill, Diamond Bar, was present in support of approval and
reported that all of the teens in his employ would be from the City of Cypress. In response
to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, Mr. Hartzell indicated that he has not seen a copy of the
police report recommending deniFi1.
Mayor Kanel expressed his concern over the ages of the kids selling door to door and the lack
of adequate identification of the busir:e.;s name'1nd location.
Mr. Hartzell explained that the Student Work Program only employs youth between 14 to 18
years of age and indicated that they carry proper identification stating the name, address and
telephone number of the business.
Councilman Coronado gave Mr. Hartzell a copy of the police report listing the reasons for
the recommendation of denial and the Mliyor indicated that while he is reviewing the report,
the Council would proceed to the next Puhlic Ih~aring.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEA RING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-27,
OFFICE ADDITION, ST. IRENAEUS CHURCH, 5201 EVERGREEN AVENUE: Mayor Kanel
opened the Public Hearing. Associate Planner Vern .Jones summarized the staff report dated
November 4, 1985, for a request from John Bartlett Associates for St. Irenaeus Church, to
allow construction of a two-story office addition containing approximately 3,175 square feet
to an existing Rectory, located at 5201 Evel'gTeen A venue. The proposed addition is to be
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utilized as an office, which would provide space for counseling, meetings and other church
related activities, and would allow the church to separate the offices from the sleeping
quarters. The Planning Department recommended approval subject to conditions.
Mr. Essex distributed a copy of a letter from Mr. Kenneth Leestma of 5112 Evergreen
A venue in support of the proposed office addition.
Father Joseph Nettekoven, 5201 Evergreen Avenue, indicated agreement to all conditions and
was present to answer questions from the Council. He added that Mr. Bartlett, architect for
the project, was also present to answer questions regarding the construction.
There was no opposition to this request.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to "lose the
Public Hearing and to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving
Conditional Use Permit No. 85-27 with conditions.
RESOLUTION NO. 3003
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-27 - WITH CONDITIONS.
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
At this time Mayor Kanel announced that Public Hearing No.4, regarding the application for
a special permit from Mr. Hartzell, would now continue.
Mr. Hartzell indicated that the six reasons for recommendation for denial are incorrect, and
stated that he has only been in the area for 6 weeks and does not have an office; does not
advertise for help by posting notices on trees; does indeed contact kids at the high schools;
and reiterated that he requires the kids to carry proper identification of self and the
business, with a phone number indicating where he can be reached.
Due to the negative Police report, Councilman Lacayo suggested a continuance of this
hearing to enable Mr. Hartzell to meet with the Police Department to address the concerns
listed in the report.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to continue the
Public Hearing to November 25, 1985. Mayor Kanel so ordered it continued.
Chief Lowenberg indicated that Sergeant Peterson would contact Mr. Hartzell.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-28, SIX-
UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT WITH DENSITY BONUS ALLOWANCE, 5542 ORANGE
A VENUE: Mayor Kanel opened the Public Hearing. Associate Planner Vern Jones presented
a staff report dated November 1, 1985, for a request from Pete Volbeda to construct six two-
story apartments with detached carports on a .295-acre site located at 5542 Orange
Avenue. The property is rectangular in shape, fronts Orange Avenue and contains a single-
family residence with the majority of the site being vacant. Each unit would consist of two
bedrooms and one bathroom. The interiors would be identical in size and configuration, with
each unit containing 880 square feet in area. The applicant also requested a density bonus
allowance for the construction of one additional unit. Staff recommended approval subject
to conditions.
Councilman Lacayo indicated that prior to the meeting, Mr. Marzolf, who lives on the
northeast corner of Orange and Walker, had requested Council consideration for a right turn
only sign to be placed in front of the driveway to prevent potential traffic hazards. Assistant
Public Works Director Frank Dalesandro indicated that the Traffic Commission should
consider the request and forward a recommendation.
Following brief discussion, Councilman Mullen suggested the addition of a condition that
reads: "The City Council has the right to impose a right turn sign upon consideration of the
recommendation of the Traffic Commission and the City Engineer."
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Mr. Pete Volbeba, 199 South Monte Vista, Suite 4, San Dimas, architect for the project,
expressed agreement to the 26 conditions, as well as the additional condition suggested by
Councilman Mullen.
There was no opposition to this request.
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. 85-28 subject to conditions, and including the additional condition suggested by
Councilman Mullen.
RESOLUTION NO. 3004
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 85-28 - WITH CONDITIONS.
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
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: FORMATION OF CYPRESS CORPORATE
CENTER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1, SAID DISTRICT IS BOUNDED ON
THE NORTH BY KATELLA AVENUE, ON THE EAST BY KNOTT STREET, ON THE SOUTH
BY THE STANTON CHANNEL, AND ON THE WEST BY VALLEY VIEW STREET: Mayor
Kanelopened the Public Hearing and the Assistant Public Works Director presented a staff
report dated October 28, 1985 for consideration of the formation of Landscape Maintenance
District No.1, located between Katella and Knott and the Stanton Channel and Valley View.
Letters were sent to each owner of property within said District to notify them of the
proposed formation of said District No.1; no communcations have been received. Staff
recom mended approval.
There was no opposition to this proposal.
Councilman Partin inquired whether the assessment value could be adjusted up or down at a
later time depending upon the requirement and Mr. Dalesandro responded in the affirmative.
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, ordering the formation of
the Cypress Corporate Center Landscape Maintenance District No.1 pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.
RESOLUTION NO. 3005
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE FORMATION OF THE CYPRESS CORPORATE
CENTER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1 PURSUANT TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 AND CONFIRMING THE
DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT THEREOF.
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
Councilman Mullen stated for the record that although the hearing was considered quickly,
the Council has studied this issue extensively.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: FEDERAL HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION - 12TH YEAR: Mayor Kanel opened the
Public Hearing and Planner Vern Jones summarized the staff report dated November 4, 1985
for consideration of Federal Housing and Community Development Block Grant Application
to obtain funds for community improvement. This year's application is similar to those in
previous years in that funds for public improvements and housing rehabilitation are being
sought.
There was no opposition to this application.
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It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado to close the
Public Hearing and to adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving the City's
participation in the 12th Year Housing and Community Development Block Grant Program
with the County of Orange and to authorize the Mayor to sign the grant request on behalf of
the City Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3006
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING THE CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN THE 12TH YEAR
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROGRAM WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE.
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
Mayor Kanel, hearing no objections, announced that Item No. 30-A, consideration of a
request from Lionel Rainville, property owner on the east side of Walker Street, north of
Vonnie Lane, for a driveway at 8812 Walker Street, would be heard at this time.
Mr. Rainville, 8812 Walker Street, explained that because of the recent elimination of
parking on Walker Street, he does not have a place to park close to his home. He indicated
that the proposed driveway would enable him to park in front of his residence and turn around
on his property, eliminating the need to back out of the driveway on to Walker.
Councilman Lacayo suggested waiting until the Traffic Commission renders its decision at
their meeting of November 19, before considering the request, adding that it is scheduled on
the Com mission's agenda.
Mr. Daleasandro indicated that the concerns of staff were that even though a turn around
would be installed, there would be no assurance that the owner would use it; the granting of a
driveway would set a precedent for potentially five additional driveways; and the turn-around
would invite a public nuisance by easily allowing the resident to park vehicles in the front
yard.
Councilman Mullen concurred with Councilman Lacayo and indicated that he would like a
report clarifying the plan, as well as the Traffic Commission recommendation prior to
consideration.
Mayor Kanel announced that this item would be heard by the COllncil following a report from
the Traffic Commission.
AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF AN AERIAL LIFT TRUCK FOR TREE
MAINTENANCE: Mr. Essex summarized a staff report dated November 4, 1985 for
consideration of the purchase of an arterial lift truck to trim the City's street and park
trees. Pac-Power, located in the City of Orange, has available an Altec AA600 demonstrator
aerial unit with approximately 2,000 miles on it, which can be purchased for $65,334.45, plus
$3,920.06 sales tax, for a total of $69,254.51. This compares favorably to the $72,964.52 list
price of a new Altec AA600. This unit has been demonstrated to the City, and the staff was
pleased with the operating characteristics of the unit.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to dispense with the
regular bidding procedures and to authorize the purchase of the Altec AA600 aerial lift truck
from Pac-Power, 2914 East Katella Avenue, Orange, in the amount of $69,254.51. The
motion carried unanimously 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
CONSIDERA TION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES IN THE
CYPRESS BUSINESS PARK: Mr. Essex presented the staff report dated November 1, 1985
from the Administrative Coordinating Team, outlining the three companies evaluated by the
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Team to prepare an "action plan" for the Cypress Business Park. The plan is envisioned to
consist of three phases which would culminate in a transportation systems management
organization of Business Park tenants and owners and a financing mechanism enabling
Business Park landowners to participate in traffic-mitigating capital improvements. The
Team unanimously recommended award of contract to Basmaciyan-Darnell, Inc., in a joint
venture with Al Hollinden.
Mr. Hollinden, in response to a question, indicated that he would be the staff person working
on the project and was present to answer questions from the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to award the
contract to Basmaciyan-Darnelll Al Hollinden for Phases I, II, and III of the Cypress Business
Park Transportation Systems Management Plan, with Phase I compensation not to exceed
$31,600.00; and to appropriate from the Fund Balance of the General Fund the alTlount of
$31,600 to Account No. 4189-11-260.07. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
Councilman Mullen noted that one of the reasons this firm was chosen, although not the
lowest cost proposal, was because of the extensive amount of work Mr. Hollinden has done in
Orange County, adding that he is eminently qualified for this project.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES
FOR THE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE: Mr. Essex presented a staff report from the
Administrative Coordinating Team dated November 4, 1985 for proposals to update four of
the State mandated elements of the Cypress General Plan and an associated Environmental
Impact Report. Five companies were chosen for an interview by the Team of which it was
unanimously agreed that POD, Inc. would best provide the necessary services to the City.
Councilman Coronado expressed concern over the vast differences in cost proposals between
POD, Inc., at $27,780, and the other four firms all ranging from $40,000 and up, and
questioned the quality of POD's work.
Mr. Ernie Glover, of POD, Inc., briefly explained POD's qualifications and indicated that one
of the ways that the firm controls cost is by the use of a reference E.I.R. data which saves a
great deal of time.
Councilman Partin expressed concern that the cost proposals may have influenced the
decision for award of contract to POD. Councilman Coronado indicated agreement and
reiterated his concern of the differences in cost proposals and the quality of the end product.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to award the
contract to POD, Inc. for the Cypress General Plan Update and Environmental Impact
Report; to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a formal agreement on behalf of
the City with POD, Inc.; and authorize an appropriation from the General Fund balance of
$27,780 to Account No. 4189-11-192.06.
Considerable discussion continued regarding the qualifications of POD and Mr. Essex pointed
out that four of the five bidders had the same sub-contractor. Mr. Essex assured the Council
that the Team had thoroughly investigated this firm and found it to be superior, adding that
in the past the staff has not been reluctant to recommend a higher cost proposal when the
work was felt to be of better quality.
Mr. Glover assured the Council that POD would do fin outstanding job on the project.
The motion to award the contract to POD, Inc. 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
Councilman Mullen indicated that valid concerns have been raised and suggested that staff
investigate the methods of consultant selection to be used in the future.
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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 Coronado and seconded by Councilman Mullen to approve
Consent Calendar Item Nos. 12 - 23, and the added Item Nos. 23-A and 23-B. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
Item No. 12: Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 28,
1985.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of October 28, 1985 as
submitted, with Councilman Coronado abstaining due to his absence at the meeting.
Item No. 13: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances Presented For Consideration
by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item No. 14: Consideration of Claim Filed by Allstate Insurance Company For Their Insured,
Pauline Harper.
Recom mendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 15: Consideration of Claim Filed by Fred R. Hunter, Attorney, On Behalf of Joyce
Dalka.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claim and refer it to
the City's Claims Adjuster, Carl Warren & Company, for appropriate disposition.
Item No. 16: Consideration of Claim Filed by General Telephone Company of California For
Repair of Underground Facilities Located at 11669 Malden, Cypress.
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. 17: Consideration of Proclamation Calling Upon Citizens to Unite and Turn Lights
On For Peace During the Geneva Summit Meeting on November 19 and 20, 1985.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council issue a Proclamation calling upon all
citizens to light porchlights, candles or other lights from dusk to dawn on November 19 and
20, 1985, in a united display for world peace during the Geneva Summit meeting between
President Reagan and General Secretary Gorbachev.
Item No. 18: Consideration of Claim Filed by Richard and Ruth Cavanaugh.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claim and refer it to
the City Attorney for appropriate disposition.
Item No. 19: Consideration of Proclaiming November 15, 16, and 17, 1985, as "Childrenfs
Expo Weekend".
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim November 15, 16, and
17, 1985, as "Children's Expo Weekend" in the City of Cypress.
Item No. 20: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed
by James L. & Shirley D. Hubbard, D.B.A. Jim's Liquor Mart, 4991 Orange Avenue, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 21: Consideration of an Application for Acoholic Beverage License Transfer Filed
by Sukhwinder K. Gill, D.B.A. Khalsa Liquor, 6271 Ball Road, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
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Item No. 22: Consideration of Acceptance of the Construction of Women's Locker-Lounge at
the City Maintenance Yard, 5285 Cypress Street, City of Cypress Project No. 8508-90.
Recommendation: That the City Council 1) Approve the contract change from the original
contract award to McDonald Construction of $26,061.00 to the final cost of $27,099.51; 2)
Accept the Women's Locker-Lounge at the City Maintenance Yard, 5285 Cypress Street,
Project No. 8508-90, as being satisfactorily completed in accordance with the Plans and
Specifications; and 3) 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 or workmanship become evident.
Item No. 23: Consideration of Adoption of Resolution Endorsing the "Fair Responsibility Act
of 1986".
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
endorsing the "Fair Responsibility Act of 1986".
RESOLUTION NO. 3007
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ENDORSING THE "FAIR RESPONSIBILITY ACT OF 1986".
Item No. 23-A: Consideration of a $100 Donation to the Explorer Scouts for Their Efforts in
Conducting a Council Requested 48-Hour Survey of the Stanton Channel Bicycle/Pedestrian
Trail.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the donation to the Explorer Scouts for
their efforts and appropriate from the Fund Balance of the General Fund the amount of
$100.00 to Account No. 4163-11-117.02.
Item No. 23-B: Consideration of Adoption of a Pesolution of Commendation for Councilman
Otto Lacayo for His 15 Years of Dedicated Service on the City Council and for His
Participation and Achievements on Behalf of Cypress.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
commending Councilman Otto Lacayo.
RESOLUTION NO. 3008
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COMMENDING OTTO J. LACAYO FOR HIS 15 YEARS OF DEDICATED
SERVICE ON THE CITY COUNCIL AND FOR HIS PARTICIPATION AND
ACHIEVEMENTS ON BEHALF OF CYPRESS WHICH HAVE RESULTED IN
THE RECOGNITION OF CYPRESS BEING A LEADING COMMUNITY IN
THE COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
Mayor Kanel, hearing no objections, announced that Item No. 28, Stanton Channel Trail
Opinion Survey Data, would be heard at this time.
CONSIDERATION OF ANALYSIS OF STANTON CHANNEL TRAIL OPINION SURVEY
DATA: The City Manager presented the staff report dated November 4, 1985 summarizing
the results of the opinion survey questionnaires mailed to approximately 1,120 Cypress
residents adjacent to, or in the area surrounding, the Stanton Storm Channel trail. The
survey allowed respondents to rate seven options regarding the future disposition of the
trail. Based on the returned questionnaires, the overall highest priority was to leave the trail
as it presently exists on the south side of the Channel with the second highest being to close
the entire existing trail along the south side of the Channel. The responses to the opinion
survey indicated a wide variety of priorities among City residents. Staff indicated that the
overall interpretation of the data is, therefore, somewhat subjective, with no clear overall
direction.
Mr. Lloyd Hexem, 6171 Barbados, was present to suggest that the industrial owners be
assessed for moving the trail to the north. Mayor Kanel indicated that it would be impossible
to impose additional requirements to the present industrial property owners.
Mr. Hexem suggested that those residents who responded to the questionnaire, be apprised of
the results. Councilman Lacayo suggested informing the residents of the results by including
them in the Newsletter.
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Mr. Hexem indicated that after reviewing the results of the survey, many residents may wish
to submit their input.
It was'moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to table this issue
until such time as additional information is received. The motion unanimously carried, 5-0.
DEFERRED BUSINESS:
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNICATION FROM COUNCILMAN IRV
PICKLER OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, REGARDING THE HAZARDOUS WASTE
MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY: Hearing no objections, Mayor Kanel tabled this item.
CONSIDERATION OF UPDATE ON CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 82-18,
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE YARD, HYATT DIE CAST &. ENGINEET:ING
CORPORATION, 4656 LINCOLN A VENUE: An informational staff report was presented
dated November 5, 1985, summarizing staff's inspection of Hyatt Die Cast and Engineering
Corporation for compliance with the violations of Conditional Use Permit No. 82-18,
Recreational Vehicle Storage Yard, determined at the Council meeting of August 26, 1985.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to receive and file
the report. The motion carried unanimously with all aye votes.
CONSIDERATION OF LANDMARK PALM TREES - 9670 AND 9752 WALKER STREET: A
staff report dated November 6, 1985 was presented regarding staff review of landmark trees
located at 9670 and 9752 Walker Street. Bowers Homeowners Association had transmitted a
communication to staff requesting the removal of the palm trees because of the potential
health and safety haza.rd, as well as the appearance of rodent infestation. An independent
evaluation by a professional tree specialist advised that one tree was considered to be
diseased and was recommended to be removed; the other was found to be sound.
Mayor Kanel indicated that he and Councilman Partin had looked at one tree and agreed that
it did appear in poor condition. Mayor Kanel added that if the tree company is going to
remove the one tree that they should remove them both at the same time.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to authorize the
removal of both landmark trees located at 9670 and 9752 Walker Street. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
o COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Coronado, Lacayo, Mullen, Partin and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF THE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE
ORDINANCE: The City Manager presented a staff report dated November 6, 1985 requesting
consideration of adoption of the Hazardous Materials Disclosure Ordinance. The City
Manager has been working with the Orange County Fire Department in the development of
this Ordinance which would be implemented and enforced by the Orange County Fire
Department. A model Ordinance has been developed which is also being considered for
adoption by cities that are not under contract to the Orange County Fire Department. Mr.
Essex recommended that the model Ordinance be submitted to the City Attorney to prepare
a final draft for consideration at the Council meeting of November 25.
Councilman Coronado expressed concern regarding potential lethal vaporous clouds that
would be expelled should an earthquake the magnitude of Mexico City hit the Long Beach
area. He indicated that he would like the lethal vapors and an emergency evacuation plan
addressed.
Chief Lowenberg indicated that the Cypress Police Department has made arrangements
through the Orange County Fire Department with the Long Beach Fire Department to
coordinate an emergency evacuation plan in connection with the escape of vaporous gases.
Councilman Coronado expressed concern that should a big disaster happen, the schools would
detain the students. Chief Lowenberg indicated that the City is also working with the
schools regarding an emergency plan and would contact the schools to find out when the last
emergency exercise was held.
Mayor Kanel requested that an emergency plan be submitted to the Council specifically
addressing potential vaporous hazards.
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It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Mullen to direct staff to
submit the model Ordinance to the City Attorney to prepare a final draft which will be
considered for a first reading at the Council meeting of November 25, 1985. 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
CONSIDERA TION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS
NO. 12044 - 12276: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo
to approve the Warrant List for Warrant Nos. 12044 - 12276, in the amount of $587,202.81.
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
Mayor Kanel indicated that Item No. 31 would be heard at this time.
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
EVALUATION: A staff report was presented dated November 5,1985 for consideration of
the Cypress Community Country Festival evaluation. Staff met with Mayor Kanel and Mayor
Pro-tem Lacayo and the 5K/I0K Run Committee Chairman Tony Nieto, to discuss the
possibility of funding a college scholarship fund from the annual 5K/10K run revenues.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Lacayo, acting as the ex-
officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, to
appropriate $1,000 from the General Fund to Account No. 4163-12-303.10 to be used for the
City of Cypress 5K/I0K College Scholarship Fund as established by the 5K/lOK Run
Committee. 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
In regard to Item No. 32, Councilman Mullen indicated that he had talked to Martin Figoten
and asked him if he would meet with the Council to attempt to resolve the present conflicts
involved in the Miss Cypress Beauty Pageant. Councilman Mullen briefed Mr. Figoten on the
plans for the 1986 Miss City of Cypress Beauty Pageant and explained the reasons why the
City is getting involved.
Considerable discussion continued with Councilman Mullen suggesting that the Council meet
one half hour earlier at their next Council meeting to meet with Mr. Figoten.
Mayor Kanel suggested that Mr. Figoten meet with the Committee established which consists
of himself, Councilman Lacayo and Mr. DeCarlo. Councilman Mullen expressed his desire to
attend the meeting, as well.
Mayor Kanel, hearing no objections, indicated that a meeting with Mr. Figoten would take
place within the next ten days with two Council members in attendance.
In regard to Item No. 33, Mayor Kanel indicated that a communication had been received
from Casa de Bienvenidos Youth Shelter requesting Council consideration of a $3,500 grant
to assist Casa de Bienvenidos in providing emergency shelter for runaway and homeless
youth.
Chief Lowenberg indicated that he is on the Board of Casa de Bienvenidos and assured the
Council that it is a worthwhile organization that has housed a number of Cypress youths.
It was moved by Councilman Partin and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to appropriate
$3,500 from the Fund Balance of the General Fund to Account No. 4163-11-117.02, for Casa
de Bienvenidos. 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
CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION: Mr. Essex presented the staff
report dated November 6, 1985.
Mayor Kanel and Mayor Pro-tem Lacayo resigned their respective offices and the gavel was
passed to the City Clerk, who stated that since the offices of Mayor and Mayor Pro-tern had
been vacated, in his official capacity as City Clerk it was his duty to call for nominations for
the office of Mayor. Councilman Kanel stated that he would place in nomination Councilman
Otto Lacayo, and it was seconded by Councilman Coronado. Councilman Kanel moved to
close the nominations and to declare a unanimous ballot for Councilman Lacayo as Mayor.
The motion unanimously carried.
The gavel was turned over to Mayor Lacayo, who stated his appreciation of the confidence
shown by the entire City Council.
Mayor Lacayo then asked for nominations for Mayor Pro-tern. Councilman Coronado placed
in nomination Councilman Gerald Mullen and it was seconded by Councilman Partin.
Councilman Kanel moved to close the nomination and Mayor Lacayo declared Councilman
Mullen Mayor Pro-tern by acclamation.
Mayor Lacayo presented Councilman John Kanel with a Mayor's plaque expressing the
Council's appreciation on a job well done. The Council each commended Councilman Kanel.
Mr. Essex presented Mayor Lacayo and Councilman Kanel with 15-year City of Cypress
service pins.
CLOSED SESSION: At 10:12 p.m., Mayor Lacayo called a closed session for matters of
personnel and litigation and the meeting resumed at 10:55 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Kanel
to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 p.m.
ATTEST:
1
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