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Minutes 2005-08-22 479 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD August22,2005 A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was calle!d to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor McGill in the Executive Board Room, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. PRESENT: Council/Agency Board Members lLuebben, Seymore, Mayor Pro Tem/Agency Vice Chair Sondhi, Mayor/Agency Chair McGill ABSENT: Council Member McCoy STAFF PRESENT: City Manager, City Attorney, Assistant City Manager, Public Works Director, Recreation and Community Services Di1rector, Police Captain, Assistant City Engineer, Finance Manager, Recreation and Community SeNices Superintendent, Administrative SeNices Manager, and City Clerk. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None. WORKSHOP SESSION: The City Manager stated that the Anaheim Union High School District has backed away from its position of charging a joint use fee for its facilities. However, the school district is going to reserve the ability to schedule its own fields and facilities, and enter into either a new joint use agreement with the City and separately with the various user groups. He stated that he talked with the City of Anaheim anci they were concerned with the situation also. The City Manager read a letter from Joe Farley, Superintendent of the Anaheim Union High School District. He stated that he is confident that a good conclusion has been reached. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi asked if the improvements made by the City and groups to the district facilities were taken into consideration. The City Manager stated that the superintendent was v1sry interested in the information that was provided by the City. Council Member Luebben commended staff and the various organizations for the positive outcome to this issue. Mayor McGill also thanked and commended staff members and the organizations for their hard work and input. The City Attorney reported that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session regarding Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), City of Cypress v. Brenner, Case Number 05CC02609, Orange County Superior Court. The City Attorney reported that the Redevelopment AgEmcy would be meeting in Closed Session regarding Conference With Real Property Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, Real Property Located at the Northwest Corner of Walker Street and Katella Avenue, Identified by Assessor Parcel Numbers 241-081-02, 241-081-09, 480 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 22, 2005 241-221-19, 241-221-22, 241-221-23, 241-221-24, 241-221-26, 241-221-27, 241-231-16, 241-231-18, 241-231-22, 241-231-23, 241-231-24, 241-231-25, 241-231-26, 241-091-13, 241-091-16, and 241-091-17, within the Los Alamitos Race Track and Golf Course Redevelopment Project Area. At 5:40 p.m., the Mayor recessed the meeting. 7:00 P.M. SESSION: The 7:00 p.m. session of the City Council meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor McGill. PRESENT: Council/Agency Board Members Luebben, Seymore, Mayor Pro Tem/Agency Vice Chair Sondhi, Mayor/Agency Chair McGill ABSENT: Council Member McCoy STAFF PRESENT: City Manager, City Attorney, Assistant City Manager, Public Works Director, Recreation and Community SeNices Director, Assistant Community Development Director, Police Captain, Finance Manager, Administrative SeNices Manager, and City Clerk. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Boy Scout Troop #660 from St. Irenaeus. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by City Attorney Wynder. PRESENTATIONS: None. REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDNCLOSED SESSION: The Mayor asked for the report of the Workshop Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. The City Manager stated that a report was provided on the progress that had been made with the Anaheim Union High School District in regards to the charging of a joint use fee for fields and facilities. He stated that the school district has reconsidered the imposition of such a fee and those fees will not be charged at this time. The Mayor asked for the report of the Closed Session Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. The City Attorney reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), City of Cypress v. Brenner, Case Number 05CC02609, Orange County Superior Court. The City Attorney stated that Mr. Brenner has submitted a settlement proposal, which will result in his removal from the City of Cypress. The City Council unanimously approved in principle, subject to being documented in a written settlement agreement, which will come back for formal City Council action on a future Consent Calendar. The City Attorney reported that the Redevelopment Agency met in Closed Session regarding Conference With Real Property Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, Real Property Located at the Northwest Corner of Walker Street and Katella Avenue, Identified by Assessor Parcel Numbers 241-081-02, 241-081-09, 241- 221-19,241-221-22,241-221-23,241-221-24, 241-221-26, 241-221-27, 241-231-16, 241-231-18, 241-231-22, 241-231-23, 241-231-24, 241-231-25, 241-231-26, 241-091- 13,241-091-16, and 241-091-17, within the Los Alamitos Race Track and Golf Course Redevelopment Project Area. The City Attorney stated that a status report was provided on ongoing negotiations to master plan these properties. Agency Vice Chair Sondhi did 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 481 AUGUST 22,2005 not participate in the Agency Closed Session because of her ownership of property in proximity to the proposed project area. No other action was taken in Closed Session, nor was any solicited. Mayor McGill stated that there was a small technicality that arose with the posting for Public Hearing Item NO.1. He requested that Item No. 1 be switched with Item NO.3 and then proceed with the rest of the agenda in order. The City Attorney stated that the public hearing for Agenda Item No. 1 needs to be deferred until 7:30 p.m. Mayor McGill stated that the posting on the property ind'icated a time of 7:30 p.m. rather than 7:00 p.m. for the public hearing. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE-HALF HOUR. (THREE MINUTES PER SPEAKER, SPEAKING ONCE) Mayor McGill asked anyone who wished to speak on any topic not included on the meeting Agenda to come forward. None. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item NO.3: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REPOHT OF COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH THE AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 77-9 FOR HOT SHOTS BILLIARDS AND CAFE. LOCATED AT 6285-6289 BALL ROAD IN THE CG-10,000 COMMERCIAL GENERAL ZONE. The Associate Planner provided background information on this item. The City Attorney stated that the report is to put the business on notice and the City Council on notice of the intended action of staff and the City Attorney unless the Council directs otherwise. The public hearing was opened. The property owner, Randy Jung, Number One Investments, stated that he received the public hearing notice in the mail on August 12, 2005 and he was out of town for a week and did not have an opportunity to respond prior to this point. He would like the City Council to give the business owner additional time as agreed in the May 9, 2005 meeting. He feels there has not been a sufficient amount of time monitoring the location to establish a need to proceed into a revocation of the Conditional Use Permit. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. It was moved by Council Member Luebben that the City Council receive and file this report based on the provisions stipulated in Condition No. 11 of Conditional Use Permit No. 77-9. Unless directed by the City Council to do otherwise, staff and the City Attorney hereby give notice to the applicant of their intention to initiate revocation proceedings (as required by law) for Conditional Use Permit No. 77-9. Alternatives to this course of action are identified on Page 4 of the report. The motion failed due to lack of a second. 3 482 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 22,2005 Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi stated that there may be some cultural differences and that the City should perhaps be sensitive to that by continuing the administrative review. Council Member Seymore stated that the City is not anti-business and that staff has walked through the conditions of strict compliance with the owner. Since the imposition of strict compliance, there have been numerous violations. It was moved by Council Member Seymore and seconded by Council Member Luebben, that the City Council receive and file this report based on the provisions stipulated in Condition No. 11 of Conditional Use Permit No. 77-9. Unless directed by the City Council to do otherwise, staff and the City Attorney hereby give notice to the applicant of their intention to initiate revocation proceedings (as required by law) for Conditional Use Permit No. 77-9. Alternatives to this course of action are identified on Page 4 of the report. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 NOES: 1 ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore and McGill COUNCIL MEMBERS: Sondhi COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCoy Item No.1: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2005-17 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16823, A REQUEST TO CREATE A ONE-LOT SUBDIVISION AND CONSTRUCT FOUR (4) CONDOMINIUM UNITS ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5582 KAREN STREET WITHIN THE RS-6.000 DI RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY DENSITY INCENTIVE ZONE. The Associate Planner provided background information on this item. Mayor McGill asked for information regarding the existing zoning of the surrounding neighborhood. The Assistant Community Development Director provided information on the zoning. He stated that the density overlay zone is an area that is higher in density and the General Plan calls for the area as medium density residential, which is five to fifteen units per acre. The zoning maps from 1963 show the area as a combination of R-3 and R-4 zoning, which meant medium high to high density residential, over 20 units per acre. A zoning map from 1974 indicated the area was RM-20, which is the highest density residential use in the city. In 1978, there was a zone change for the area to what it is today, RS-6,000 with a density overlay zone, which would be 11 units per acre. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi asked about the incentive for larger parcels. The Assistant Community Development Director stated that historical information indicates that the area was essentially a transition from single family residential into something denser. The incentive is if lots are combined and assembled to create a more efficient residential use. He stated this is one of the last remaining lots that is large enough. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi asked about the number of units on the property and parking standards. The Assistant Community Development Director stated that staff looked at the plans and made suggestions to the developer that three units might be a better number and accepted by the neighborhood more favorably than four. He stated it was the developer's prerogative to move forward with four units. The Assistant Community Development Director stated that existing zoning calls for a parking count for one to three bedrooms. It does not address four bedrooms because when it was written more than 20 years ago, that requirement was not contemplated. Parking in the City has been adjusted as different land uses come forward and the market demands different housing types. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 483 AUGUST 22, 2005 He stated that the City of Cypress has the highest parking standard in the county for infill single family detached residential. There has also been standardized conditions requiring garages to remain for vehicles and not be converted for other uses. He stated there have been discussions over the last several months about looking at parking standards again for other uses. Parking for this project has the highest standard and is a starting point for the Council. Mayor McGill stated that the City has received a number of written comments from residents that will be entered into the record. The public hearing was opened. The applicant, Brent Sears, Architect, stated that the project meets or exceeds City standards. He stated that the project is an asset to property values and not a detriment. Mr. Sears discussed the concerns of the residents survey including zoning, setbacks, project appearance, noise, and parking and asked that the City Council approve the project as submitted. The meeting was recessed at 8:25 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:33 p.m. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Charlie Steffey, Cypress Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The following spoke in opposition: Connie Jones, Cypress Tom Grant, Cypress Jeff Dickinson, Cypress Robert Burns, Cypress Muhammad Ashiq, Cypress Nancy Kyllingstad, Cypress Ronald Spray, Cypress Marta Dickinson, Cypress Jimmy Bustos, Cypress Dr. Alex Go, Cypress Bob Youngsma, Cypress Mr. Sears stated that resistance to change and density is not uncommon although higher density does not always mean negative things. He stated that there is a huge housing shortage throughout the state and all cities are struggling with the need for additional housing. Mr. Sears stated that traffic and parking is an issue everywhere. Parking could be provided underneath but that would require three story buildings. He stated there are large front and back yard setbacks that would provide areas for kids to play. This design will filter run off before it gets to the gutter and runs into the storm drain system. The public hearing was closed. Mayor McGill stated that it is important to remember that imposing a sudden and dramatic shift that would change the character of a street, while allowable, may not necessarily be in the best interest of a particular project application. 5 484 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 22,2005 Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi stated that she does not feel that the overlay is applicable because it does not actually address the intent of what the overlay was originally designed for. She feels the units are too large and there is not enough parking. Council Member Luebben stated that the units are top grade and not bad looking but agrees they are too large with not enough parking for this particular property. He stated there is an opportunity for staff to work with the applicant and residents to work out something that would be more agreeable to everyone. Council Member Seymore stated that the front of the project does not fit with the surrounding community of ranch style homes. The City Attorney asked the applicant, Mr. Sears, if he was agreeable to a two or four week continuance in an effort for staff, the applicant, and the property owners to work out an acceptable compromise. Mr. Sears stated that he would agree to a four week continuance. The City Attorney stated that since there is a fifth Monday in the month, it would be a five week hiatus to the September 26, 2005 meeting. It was moved by Council Member Luebben and seconded by Council Member Seymore, that the City Council continue this item to the September 26, 2005 City Council meeting for further consideration. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCoy Item NO.2: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING VARIANCE NO. 2005-05. A REQUEST TO ALLOW LANDSCAPE BUFFERS LESS THAN THREE FEET (3') WIDE ALONG A DRIVEWAY. LOCATED AT 5551 VONNIE LANCE IN THE RM-15 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE-FAMILY ZONE. The Associate Planner provided background information on this item. The public hearing was opened. The applicant, Victor Choe, H.I.M. Design and Development, stated that there is an issue with the existing driveway width due to the existing house. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. It was moved by Council Member Luebben and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Sondhi, that the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, granting a variance from the terms of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Cypress, Section 3.14.050.C.7 to allow less than three feet (3') wide landscape buffers along a driveway - with conditions. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCoy 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 485 AUGUST 22,2005 RESOLUTION NO. ~)892 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM THE TERMS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, SECTION 3.14.050.C.7 TO ALLOW LESS THAN THREE FEET (3') WIDE LANDSCAPE BUFFERS ALONG A DRIVEWAY - WITH CONDITIONS. Item NO.4: PUBLIC HEARING RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANTS: CITIZENS' OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS) GRANT FUNDS. The Police Captain provided background information on this item. The public hearing was opened. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Mayor McGill asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. It was moved by Council Member Seymore and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi, that the City Council: 1) Conduct a public hearing consistent with the legal mandates associated with the Citizens' Option for Public Safety/Supplemental Law Enforcement SeNices Fund; and 2) Approve the continued use of grant funds for one (1) Police SeNices Officer position, which was approved in fiscal year 1999/2000. These funds, $70,284, will pay for the Police SeNices Officer's salary for fiscal year 2005/2006; and 3) Approve the continued use of the remaining funds for one (1) Police Officer position, which was approved during fiscal year 2001/2002. These remaining funds, $29,716, will pay for a portion of that officer's salary for fiscal year 2005/2006. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCIL MEMBERS: None COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCoy RESOLUTION NO. 5895 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN INCREASE OF ESTIMATED REVENUES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005/2006 IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND TO BE USED TO PAY FOR THE SALARY OF A POLICE SERVICES OFFICER AND A PORTION OF THE SALARY FOR A POLICE OFFICER. 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 approving the recommendations listed on the Agenda. Council Member Seymore requested Item No.1 0 be pulled from the Consent Calendar. It was moved by Council Member Seymore and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi, to approve Consent Calendar Items No.5 through 9, 11, and 12. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy 7 486 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 22, 2005 Item NO.5: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF JULY 25, 2005. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of July 25, 2005, as submitted. Item No.6: MOTION TO INTRODUCE AND/OR ADOPT ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION BY TITLE ONLY AND TO WAIVE FURTHER READING. Item NO.7: DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2005-02, A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE HAMPTON INN HOTEL LOCATED AT 10900 YAMAHA WAY IN THE PC-1 PLANNED COMMUNITY BUSINESS PARK ZONE. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, approving Design Review Committee Permit No. 2005-02 - with conditions. RESOLUTION NO. 5893 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 2005-02 - WITH CONDITIONS. Item No.8: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS). Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, adopting the National Incident Management System (NIMS). RESOLUTION NO. 5894 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ADOPTING THE NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS). Item NO.9: AWARD OF ANIMAL CARE SERVICES CONTRACT. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the 2005-2006 Agreement for Animal Care and Shelter SeNices with the County of Orange, and authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Item No. 11: REVIEW OF INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JULY, 2005. Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Investment Report for the month of July, 2005. Item No. 12: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST AND WIRE TRANSFERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2004-05 AND 2005-06 FOR WARRANTS NO. 71276 THROUGH 71570. Recommendation: Approve the attached warrant register and wire transfers. ReQardinQ Item No. 10: ACCEPTANCE OF CIVIC CENTER IMPROVEMENT. PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 2003-11, Council Member Seymore commended staff for coming in under budget on the Civic Center improvements. It was moved by Council Member Seymore and seconded by Council Member Luebben, that the City Council: 1) Approve Contract Change Order No.6 for the Civic Center Improvement Project, Public Works Project No. 2003-11, to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc., P.O. Box 1898, Corona, California 91718, in the amount of $27,164.14; and 2) Accept the improvements and six related contract change orders for 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 487 AUGUST 22, 2005 Civic Center Improvement Project, Public Works Project No. 2003-11, as being satisfactorily completed in conformance with the project specifications, in the final amount of $2,091,534.64; and 3) Approve the final retention payment of $209,153.46 to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc., P.O. Box 1898, Corona, California 91718, thirty-five (35) days after the Notice of Completion is filed, if no claims or objections have been filed; and 4) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond and the Faithful Performance Bond upon expiration of the required lien period, if no claims or objections have been filed, upon concurrence of the Dirlector of Public Works. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCES (SECOND READING): No items. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: No items. NEW BUSINESS: Item No. 13: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR FUNDING PLAN/RATE STUDY SERVICES FOR THE CITY'S SEWER SYSTEM. The Public Works Director provided background information on this item. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi and seconded by Council Member Seymore, that the City Council award a Professional SeNices A9reement for Funding Plan/Rate Study Services for the City's Sewer System to AKM Consulting Engineers, 553 Walk, Irvine, California 92618, in the amount of $47,240, and direct the Director of Public Works/City Engineer to act as a Contract Officer. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy Item No. 14: APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR REMOVAL OF SELECT TREES AT MAPLE GROVE PARK. The Public Works Director provided background information on this item. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi asked about overwatering issues at Maple Grove Park. The Public Works Director stated that the watering would be monitored and staff would plant the trees where they would not be overwatered. Council Member Luebben stated that only the trees that absolutely cause a risk will be removed and the rest will only be trimmed. He commE!nded staff on a thorough report and study, It was moved by Council Member Luebben and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi, that the City Council approve an appropriation of $10,565 from the UnreseNed Fund Balance of the General Fund to Account No. 4187-11-228-08, Contract SeNices for trees within City Parks. 9 488 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 22, 2005 The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors. New Business: Item No. 15: PLACEMENT OF A PUBLIC ART PIECE "FLIGHT" FROM THE FRIENDS OF CYPRESS CULTURAL ARTS. INC. The Recreation and Community SeNices Director provided background information on this item. Mayor McGill introduced members of Friends of Cypress Cultural Arts (FOCCA) present in the audience. Council Member Luebben stated that it will be a wonderful addition to the Civic Center. It was moved by Council Member Luebben and seconded by Council Member Seymore, that the City Council, acting as ex-officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, accept the placement of the public art piece "Flight" donated by Friends of Cypress Cultural Arts (FOCCA), as recommended by the Recreation and Community SeNices Commission. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Luebben, Seymore, Sondhi and McGill COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: McCoy CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. No items. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. Samii Taylor Yakovetic, Cypress, spoke regarding Lincoln Center Mobile Home Park. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor McGill requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member Luebben: Attended Grandma's Story Time at the Cypress Library. Attended the O.C. League of California Cities meeting. Attended the Joint Chamber Legislative Mixer at the Joint Forces Training Base. Hosted a meeting of the General Manager Job Performance Ad Hoc Committee for the O.C. Sanitation District. Attended the Welcome Reception for the City Manager at the Community Center. Attended Mayor McGill's luau reception to kick off his Assembly campaign. Attended the child fingerprinting event performed by the Cypress Police Department at Maple Grove Park. Attended the Concert on the Green. Commented on the article in the O.C. Register newspaper regarding police services in Orange County. He commended the Cypress Police Department on receiving a four star rating and praise in almost every category. 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 489 AUGUST 22, 2005 Council Member Seymore: Attended the O.C. League of California Cities meeting. Attended the Joint Chamber Legislative Mixer at the Joint Forces Training Base. Attended the Concert on the Green. Attended a Measure M Supercommittee meeting. Attended Mayor McGill's luau reception. Participated in the Habitat for Humanity project in Cypress. Mayor Pro Tem Sondhi: Attended the Welcome Reception for the City Manager at the Community Center. Mayor McGill: Attended an O.C. Mayor's lunch hosted by the City of Cypress. Stated the Cypress Police Department is having an Open House on September 17, 2005. Commended the Cypress Police Department on a job well done and asked Captain Yokoyama to comment. The Police Captain stated that many variables go into policing including the great partnerships with other City departments. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER: The City Manager thanked the City Council for his Welcome Reception. He stated that he attended the Concert on the Green and is impressed with the job that FOCCA does for performing and visual arts in the community. He stated that in the article in the O.C. Register, the Cypress Police Department was ranked in having the third quickest response time in the county and had a 23% drop in violent crime, which was the third largest drop in the county. He stated there was a successful DUI checkpoint in the City that netted three arrests, 25 citations, and four impounds. He stated that on September 6, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. Detective Chris McShane will be honored for his work in solving a 21 year old cold case. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor McGill adjourned the meeting at 10:30 p.m. to Monday, September 12, 2005, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room. 7U fPk MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ATTEST: 11