Minutes 87-11-23
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
November 23, 1987
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:45
p.m. on Monday, November 23, 1987, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Arnold, Coronado, Davis and Kanel --...,
ABSENT: Councilmember Mullen
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Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, Assistant City
Manager David Barrett, City Attorney Jerry Patterson and staff members
Beardsley, Hurst, Leonard and Lowenberg.
Mayor Kanel welcomed the Scoutmaster of Troop 610, Don Ritchens, who
introduced his sons Tommy and Matt Ritchens who were observing the City
Council meeting to earn merit badge points.
STUDY SESSION: There were no items for the study session.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Kanel asked if anyone wished to speak of matters
on the 5:30 p.m. portion of the Agenda. No one wished to do so.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF PAVEMENT MARKER APPLICATOR: The
Public Works Director summarized the staff report dated November 16, 1987,
which described a continuation from the November 9, 1987 City Council meeting
to allow staff to respond to additional comments received on the proposed
purchase regarding anticipated savings and produce references.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilwoman Arnold to
approve the purchase of a Bituminous Raised Pavement Marker Applicator from J.
C. Henberger Co., Inc., 400 Atlas Street, Brea, California 92621, in the
amount of $2,859.00, including sales tax. The motion unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mullen
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR REPLACEMENT CARPETING FOR CIVIC CENTER.
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NO. 8788-20: The City Manager summarized the staff
report dated November 16, 1987, which described a request for replacement
carpeting for the Administrative Offices in the Civic Center building.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilwoman Arnold to
accept the bid received from J.S.S. Carpet, 5051 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, CA
90630 as the lowest responsible bidder and award the contract to this company
in the amount of $6,349.00 for replacement carpeting at the Civic Center. The
motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mullen
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THREE (3) PICK-UP TRUCKS. REQUEST FOR
QUOTATION NO. 8788-23: The City Manager recapped the staff report dated
November 17, 1987 which represented a request for three pick-up trucks,
including one 1/2 ton truck for parkway maintenance and two replacement mini
pick-up trucks.
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It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Coronado to 1)
transfer $3,377.00 from account 4383-90-659-39 and $947.00 from account 4917-
90-656-35 to account 4388-90-659-39 and, 2) accept the bid received and award
the contract to DeAnza Chevrolet, 8200 Auto Drive, Riverside, CA 92504 for
three pick-up trucks in the amount of $29,946.40. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis and Kanel
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NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
. ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mullen
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT TO SUPPLY WATER STORING POLYMER LANDSCAPE
MATERIAL. The Public Works Director summarized the staff report dated
November 17~ 1987 which described a process to reduce landscape watering
costs.
COUNCILMAN MULLEN ARRIVED AT 5:56 P.M.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Coronado to
determine that Broadleaf P-4 is the best product for the needs of the City;
and award a contract to supply 2,585 lbs. of Broadleaf P-4 polymer. to
Innovative Products Group, 451-A North Chorro, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. in
the amount of $11,033.06, including tax and delivery. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold. Coronado. Davis and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAINED: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mullen
Councilman Mullen abstained because he was not present for the full discussion
of this item.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT TO REPLACE DOORS AND MODIFY WALLS AT
CYPRESS ARNOLD PARK BUILDING. REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NO. 8788-25. The City
Manager recapped the staff report dated November 16, 1987 which represented a
request to replace doors and modify walls in the multi-purpose roam at Cypress
Arnold Park.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Coronado that the
City Council acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors for the
Cypress Recreation and Park District accept the bid received from Tucker
Construction, 1949 Federal Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 as the lowest
responsible bidder and award the contract to replace doors and modify walls at
Cypress Arnold Park to this contract in the amount of $4,346.42. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold. Coronado, Davis, Mullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR:
All matters listed an the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" were considered by
the City Council to be routine and to be enacted by one motion approving the
recommendations listed on the Agenda.
Councilman Davis requested the removal of Item #13, Consideration of Claim
Filed by Hollywood Park Realty Enterprises, Inc. far discussion during the
Executive Session.
Mayor Kanel requested Item #6, Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of November 9, 1987, be removed from the Consent Calendar.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to approve
the Consent Calendar Items #6 through #17 with the exception of Items #6 and
#13. The motion unanimously carried by the fallowing roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Mullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Item #7: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances Presented for
Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item #8: Consideration of Proclaiming November 22-28, 1987. as "1987 Family
Week" . Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim November
22-28, 1987, as "1987 Family Week" in the City of Cypress.
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Item 119: Consideration of Monthly Investment Program for the Honth of October
1987.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item 1110: Consideration of Claim Filed by Ira Kaplan.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claim and
refer it to the City's Claims Administrator, Carl Warren & Ca., for
appropriate disposition. ".",C'_""~
Item 1111: Consideration of an Application for Alcoholic Beverage License
Transfer Filed by Sadao Kondo, D.B.A. Eddie's Liquor, 5591 Ball Road, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item 1112: Consideration of an Application for an Original Alcoholic Beverage
License filed by Barry L. Boesel, D.B.A. Cypress Family Recreation, 6287-89
Ball Road, Cypress.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item 1114: Consideration of Appropriation of Funds to Replace Stolen
Equipment.
Recommendation: That the City Council appropriate funds in the amount of
$500.00 to Account 114934-90-656-35 for the purchase of one (1) turf edger.
Item 1#15: Consideration of City of Cypress Lighting District No.2 - 1988.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution by title only, title
as follows, ordering the City Engineer to prepare a Preliminary Report for
Cypress Lighting District No.2.
RESOLUTION NO. 3316
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COUNTY OF
ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE A
MAP, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATE AND PRELIMINARY REPORT, PURSUANT TO
THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 14, PART I, STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AS AMENDED, REFERRED TO AS "STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919,"
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF, THE FURNISHING OF ELECTRIC CURRENT FOR AND THE
MAINTENANCE OF A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM IN SAID CITY FOR A PERIOD OF ONE
(1) YEAR, BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1988 AND ENDING JANUARY 1, 1989.
Item 1#16: Consideration of a Resolution Declaring the Results of the Special
Municipal Election Held an November 3, 1987.
Recommendation: That the City Council adapt the Resolution with the attached
Exhibit "A" by title only, title as follows, declaring the result of the
Special Municipal Election held on November 3, 1987.
RESOLUTION NO. 3317
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA,
RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY ON
NOVEMBER 3, 1987, DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS
ARE PROVIDED BY LAW.
Recreation & Park District Matters:
Item 1#17: Consideration of the 1987 Cypress Community Festival Evaluation and
Finance Report.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
ORDINANCES: (Second Reading)
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to order
the fallowing Ordinance read by title only, title as follows and to adapt the
Ordinance:
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ORDINANCE NO. 788
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING ARTICLE
XI, SECTIONS 16-65 - 16-68 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE PERTAINING TO
VEHICLES STOPPING, STANDING OR PARKING RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED ON
CERTAIN STREETS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Hullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilman Hullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to order
the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows and to adopt the
Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 789
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AHENDING SECTION
VII.B.6.C(1) OF THE PLANNED COMMUNITY BUSINESS PARK ZONE NO.4 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 640, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, KNOWN AS
AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 87-10.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Hullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILHEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
EXECUTIVE SESSION: At 6:04 p.m., Hayor Kanel called an Executive Session for
personnel matters; Item N13, Consideration of Claim Filed by Hollywood Park
Realty Enterprises, Inc. and other litigation matters. The meeting was called
back to order at 7:40 p.m. All Councilmembers and staff members present as
before, including DeCarlo and Eynon.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The pledge was led by Councilman Coronado.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Kanel asked if anyone wished to speak an matters
on the 7:30 portion of the Agenda. Mr. Bob Gilbert, 4552 Lincoln Avenue,
Cypress, requested that Continuation of Consideration of Public Hearing re:
Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 87-8, Off-Street Parking for Churches, be
moved up on the Agenda.
Hayor Kanel opened the public hearing on Continuation of Consideration of
Public Hearing Re: Review for Development Agreement No. 82-1, Cypress Land
Company and continued this hearing to a time later in the evening.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO ZONING
ORDINANCE NO. 87-8. OFF-STREET PARKING FOR CHURCHES. Mayor Kanel declared the
public hearing open. The Planning Director summarized the staff report dated
November 16, 1987, which described a response to the City Council direction to
further study the issues related to the subject zoning ordinance amendment.
The proposed amendment was initiated by the City Attorney to address the
feasibility of permitting shared parking as a means for meeting minimum
parking requirements. Churches are unique in that their peak parking demand
is on Sunday mornings and it is efficient use of land for them to share
parking lots with other property owners. The only means to ensure the
commitment of a parking agreement is through a dedicated reciprocal easement
or affidavit of nonseverance. The proposed ordinance provides a process for
the Council to review and approve church shared parking agreements without
requiring recorded reciprocal easements. The ordinance includes the following
provisions: 1) each request for a shared parking plan be subject to a
conditional use permit; 2} shared parking permitted for churches in any
commercial or public semi-public zones only; and 3) any shared parking
agreement must include a City approved alternate plan for parking that would
have to be approved. Staff recommended the City Council, after conducting a
public hearing, approve the first reading of the ordinance amending Section
14.2.A of the City of Cypress Zoning Ordinance to allow shared parking for
churches subject to a conditional use permit.
Mr. Bob Gilbert stated that the church is in agreement with the
recommendations made by the staff.
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Mayor Kanel asked if anyone else wished to speak in support of or opposition
to the application. No one wished to do so.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Mullen to close
the public hearing and approve the first reading of the ordinance thereby
amending Section 14.2.A of the City of Cypress Zoning Ordinance to allow
shared parking for churches subject to a conditional use permit.
ORDINANCE NO.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
SECTIONS 8.A AND 14.2.A4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 640, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF CYPRESS, KNOWN AS AMENDHENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 87-
8.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Mullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Mayor Kanel called a recess at 7:52 p.m. The meeting was called back
to order at 7:55 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
Councilman Coronado had placed Item #36, Consideration of Review of Monetary
Support to the Cypress Chamber of Commerce and requested that it be continued
to December 14. Councilman Mullen apposed a continuance of this item unless
requested by the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Kanel asked the Chamber of
Commerce representative if they desired a continuance and their representative
agreed to continue this item to December 14.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: REVIEW FOR DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT NO. 82-1. CYPRESS LAND COMPANY: This public hearing was opened
earlier in the evening by Mayor Kanel and the Planning Director recapped the
staff report dated November 18, 1987 which indicated this item was last heard -,
on August 24, 1987. At that time, it was determined that a community meeting
should be held, with staff and the land owner in attendance, in order to
address specific questions regarding a proposed retail center at the southeast
carner of Valley View Street and Katella Avenue. Two community meetings were
held; the first to discuss the layout and the second to discuss the potential
traffic problems. Although the proposed traffic study was not available far
the first meeting, staff felt it was important to meet with the property
owners living near the project to discuss the intricacies of the proposed
plan. In addition to discussions concerning the design of the proposed retail
center, an additional community meeting was held November 10, 1987 to discuss
a review of the proposed site plan, the results of the traffic study, a
general overview of the traffic management and mitigation program and a brief
discussion of the next steps involved in the development agreement process.
Staff concluded that a commercial retail proposal would have significantly
little additional traffic impact in comparison to any office usesfor the
subject site. The economic benefits associated with having a retail use
instead of an office use were also minimized by the citizens at the meeting
because of their focus on the more general issue of Business Park growth and
traffic.
Councilman Davis stated he desired compatibility between homeowners and retail
commercial area developers. Councilman Mullen stated there is no viability
for a grocery market in the proposed center and stated, for the record, the
truth is that there is little if any disagreement among the people here for
this item tonight, including those in the audience, staff and City Council and -,
I say this only because I don"t believe this has got to be a 3:00 o'clock
meeting on this issue.
The City Manager advised that the issue is the Development Agreement that the
Council required of the developer some years ago and whether or not the
developer is to be held to the agreement.
Responding to Councilman Coronado, the Finance Director stated that a Home
Depot-type business would generate somewhere between $300,000 to $400,000 in
sales tax revenue a year to the City. Property tax for acreage the size of
the development might be $100,000, if it were similar to the five story
structures already in the Business Park.
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Hayor Kanel provided some historical information an the project when it was
first brought before the Council in 1981 when the various uses of the area
were under discussion and an agreement was made at that time to save some land
at the corner for retail purposes.
Councilman Coronado stated that an initiative was put forth then to earmark
the property for commercial retail rather than residential. He further stated
that if this property is not entirely retail sales, it might be possible to
have some retail and still attempt to mitigate the traffic and suggested to
Council that the agreement with Mr. Harvey be rescinded.
Hayor Kanel called for public testimony. The following persons expressed
their concern over the traffic problems that will be generated by a
retail/commercial center at that location; the opening of Holder Street; the
danger from by the Los Alamitos airbase; the increased noise and emissions
from the additional vehicles; and the environmental impact an the community.
Mr. Jack Kates, carner of Jaluit Street and Holder Street, Cypress
Hr. Robert E. Davis, 6441 Cantiles Avenue, Cypress
Mr. Halsey King, 11444 Holder Street, Cypress
Ms. Kay Schagrin, 12862 Bailey Street, Garden Grove
Hr. Bob Rizzie, 6268 Dalca Court, Cypress
Hr. Steve Oakley, 6323 Anguilla Avenue, Cypress
Mr. Norm Haller, 6526 Jekyll Way, Cypress
Mr. Vernon Dane Lowry, 6337 Sombero Avenue, Cypress
Hr. Jack Swank, 9849 Via Sonoma, Cypress announced that within the next two
weeks, the concerned citizens will be acquiring signatures for a traffic
initiative, which is very similar to the Orange County initiative.
The testimony continued with the following speakers.
Ms. Claudia Martinic, 6361 Cantiles, Cypress
Mr. Bob Bess, 9682 Salisbury Lane, Cypress
Mr. Richard Price, 11350 Holder Street, Cypress
Ms. Ellen Kipple, 11664 Blackmer Street, Cypress
Mr. James Sutherland, 11260 Providencia Street, Cypress stated that there is
no compromise, no adjustment, no reduction, no redesign an this issue that
will be acceptable to the citizens. He further advised that there are many
people who are greatly concerned and they are determined to resist a
retail/commercial center and there is an actual physical danger to people when
retail bUildings are placed in the flight path of the Los Alamitos airbase.
He provided a copy of the Department of Defense's Land Use Compatibility
Guidelines, offered copies to all the Councilmembers and asked that it be made
part of the record. Two flyers that had been distributed by the citizens
group were presented to Council and Mr. Sutherland asked that these also be
made part of the record.
Mayor Kanel invited the applicant to come forward.
Mr. Brian Harvey, 423 Bellagio Terrace, Los Angeles, representing Cypress land
Company, remarked that he had resisted the Development Agreement since its
inception and had reluctantly agreed to it. As the proposed retail center
exists now, it is not a viable entity and he requested the Council extend the
Development Agreement and eliminate the reference to retail.
Mr. Steve Ridenour, Ridenour Evans, Laguna Hills, representing Mr. Harvey in
this development, stated that an all out effort has been made to acquire
tenants that would make the shopping center unique and viable. However, at
this time, there are not the makings of the type of shopping center Mr. Harvey
desires to build or the kind the City of Cypress would like to have.
The City Attorney advised the Council that staff would be assisted by a
statement from the Council as to what the amended Development Agreement is to
contain and that vote will reveal to the citizens the Council policy.
Mr. Mark Armbruster, attorney for Mr. Harvey, stated they concurred with the
recommendation of the City Attorney.
It was moved by Councilman Coronado and seconded by Councilman Davis to close
the public hearing and amend the Development Agreement pursuant to the City
Code Section 20.3 to rescind those aspects of the Development Agreement which
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call for retail development of the property. Councilman Mullen suggested an
amendment to the motion that the staff be authorized to negotiate other terms,
including the time period of the agreement, which was agreed to by
Councilmembers Coronado and Davis.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Mullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ~
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Hayor Kanel called a recess at 10:08 p.m. The meeting was called
back to order at 10:28 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
Hayor Kanel invited Mr. Morrie Spatz to speak.
Mr. Morrie Spatz, 4508 larwin Avenue, Cypress urged the members of the City
Council to close the property venture with the Schaal Board far senior housing
as soon as possible while the old price is still available.
Regarding the Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Public Nuisance Condition
Located at the Northeast Corner of Cerritos Avenue and Bloomfield Street,
Mayor Kanel advised that the Association of Midwood Manor Townhomes wished to
continue this item. The City Attorney explained that the Midwood Manor
residents desired parking on the closed lot and there may be some people
present who are in opposition.
Responding to Hayor Kanel, Mr. Stan Goldberg, no address given, stated he
didn't mind the continuance but his understanding was the hearing was to
determine if the parking on the lot constituted a public nuisance.
The City Attorney explained that there are two alternatives that the Council
has: if the people do not wish to park there, it would not be found to be a
public nuisance and the staff was going to recommend that the matter be -'~
terminated on the basis that they are complying. He further stated that it
just came to his attention that Midwood Manor does wish to provide some
parking in the area where it is not now permitted and if they do that, it
changes the character of the hearing and does appear to be a different plan.
Mr. Goldberg stated that the entire problem is one of compliance and as long
as progress is being made there is no problem with a continuance.
Mayor Kanel stated that when that item came up on the Agenda, it would be
continued.
Mrs. Grace lachina, 5821 Wellson Drive, Cypress, mentioned the Cypress
Elementary School property is very important to the seniors because it is
close to all the services. The purchase of this property from the schaal
district would allow the Council to fulfill its promise to build 150 units of
affordable rental units for senior citizens.
Councilman Mullen requested a brief staff report on the status of this
project. Mr. Essex stated the School Board did act on this issue at their
last board meeting by voting to make an offer to the City to sell all of the
remaining property. Previously, they had asked the City to joint venture the
properties, which proposition they have now withdrawn and are willing to sell
directly to the City. He further advised that a letter was received from the
school board today which makes the offer to sell to the City and they would
like to consummate the sale before March and 2) they have directed their staff -
to acquire a new appraisal made to determine the current value of the
property.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 87-23/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE NO. 87-44. RETAIL CENTER. HINI-STORAGE
UNITS. AND THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. 5892 LINCOLN AVENUE/9105 VALLEY
VIEW STREET. Mayor Kanel declared the public hearing open. The Planning
Director recapped the staff report dated November 19, 1987 which described a
request to address Council concerns regarding the exterior elevations and
landscaping for the proposed retail center. Staff has met with Councilwoman
Arnold to address these issues and develop acceptable alternatives. The two
alternatives are 1) replace the ivory color of the stucco siding of the
buildings with a darker color, limit the color of the awnings to a dark blue
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and eliminate the colored accent stripes and colored window mullions, and 2)
allow.red awnings on all buildings provided that a much darker color be used
for the stucco walls and colored'mullions and buildings accents would also be
eliminated from the design. The amount of landscaping proposed is consistent
with ather retail centers approved in the City of Cypress. The conditions of
approval have been revised to address some of the issues that were brought up
and requested at the last meeting and also to address the color issue.
Hayor Kanel stated he had specifically objected to placing mini storage units
at the back of the proposed project and suggested extending the commercial
center throughout the parcel. He also expressed opposition to the tie-in of
liquor permits with the developers asking for a pre-conditioned conditional
use permit for a liquor license. After further discussion Councilman Davis
suggested removing the liquor license aspect from the application.
Responding to Councilwoman Arnold, the City Attorney stated the applicant must
either be the owner, the petitioner in an eminent domain suit or the
authorized agent of the property owner under the City code for conditional use
permit and read, for the record, a letter addressed to Hr. Herbert M. Andrews,
from Crescendo Land Development Company which is on file in the City Clerk's
office.
Mayor Kanel asked the applicant to step forward.
Mr. Herbert Andrews, 10825 Skypark East, Irvine, the applicant, volunteered to
answer any questions from the Councilmembers, explained the reason for the
liquor license application is expediency as the project is now several months
behind schedule and to avoid further economic setbacks. He further advised
that they have a project that is an improvement to the Lincoln Avenue
corridor, addressed all the issues and concerns posed by staff and asked that
the application be heard.
Councilman Coronado expressed his support of Mayor Kanel's position an the
mini storage units, believes there are better uses for the property and cannot
support the mini storage units.
Responding to Mayor Kanel, Mr. Andrews advised that without mini storage,
there would not be enough cash flow from the retail in front to support the
cast of the economic value of the land and appears it would not be financially
feasible.
Mr. Gordon Mullens, 9340 Pecan Street, Cypress and is a partner with Carmen
Koosa Nissan of Cypress adjacent to the site, expressed his concern about the
lack of notification of the proposed project as he leases a portion of the
land from the present owner.
Councilwoman Arnold expressed her concern about the lack of notice to the
Nissan dealership about the proposed property development and that it should
not happen again.
The City Attorney explained that the notice provisions are sent to the owners
of the properties and Mr. Mullens does not own the property.
Mayor Kanel stated that his opinion on mini storage remains the same and he
would prefer that the alcoholic beverage permits be separated from the
conditional use permit.
The City Attorney advised that the hearing is still open and it could be
continued or action could be taken tonight.
Mr. Andrews commented he was disappointed that there was an impending
confrontation and proposed to meet with Hr. Mullens to negotiate some
arrangement with the dealership.
Mr. Eddie Shelldrake, 2009 Las Lanas Lane, Fullerton, advised that he had to
purchase the surrounding property in order to keep his business, feels he
manages a good business and is involved only in Phase I of the development.
Mr. Mullens stated he is not apposed to mini storage units, he was not
notified of the proposed sale and staff should notify the lessee as well as
the property owners because it does affect them and the City.
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Hr. Andrews introduced Hr. H. J. Nitter of Nitter and Associates who provided
information on viable and acceptable colors that are being used in retail
center stores. He asked that the Council consider the recommendation of staff
and would appreciate consideration of the conditional use permit.
Councilman Davis advised that he would not support the application as it
stands and opted for continuance of the item. Councilman Mullen concurred
with the suggested separation of the liquor licenses from the conditional use
permit and does not agree with the stated objections on the mini storage
units. He advised that he would defer to Councilwoman Arnold on the color -
schemes and would support the application.
Councilwoman Arnold suggested that the information received this evening
appeared to be somewhat contradictory from previous hearings and has problems
with the proposed mini storage because of the narrow access to the area from
Lincoln and Valley View. She requested the information be revised; the
alcoholic beverage permit separated from this conditional use permit and could
not support the application.
Responding to Mayor Kanel, the City Attorney suggested separating the liquor
license request, the colors might be approved and the remaining portion of the
conditional use permit be continued if the applicant consents.
Mr. Andrews clarified that Phase I is one building that is virtually completed
with red mullions and awnings about to be installed. Phase II has four retail
buildings and the original proposal was that these four buildings and two
additional buildings in Phase III having some of these buildings have green,
blue, etc. and these color schemes are what is being done now in retail
centers in Orange County rather than all red awnings and mullions.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilwoman Arnold and hearing
no objection, Mayor Kanel closed the public hearing with Councilman Mullen
absent from the voting.
Mayor Kanel stated that Councilman Mullen suggested the continuance of this I'!"""'''!!t'
item if commercial could be built to replace the proposed mini storage units.
Mr. Andrews responded that he would consent to the continuance.
After further discussion, the City Attorney recommended reopening the public
hearing and continuing it to the next Council meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Coronado to reopen
the public hearing and continue this item to Monday, November 30, 1987 at 7:00
p.m. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold, Coronado, Davis, Mullen & Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION: The City Manager advised that
pursuant to Section 404 of the Cypress City Charter, the City Council, by an
affirmative vote of not less than three, shall elect one of its members as
Mayor and one of its members as Mayor Pro Tem in a) even-number years, at the
Council meeting held for the purpose of canvassing the results of the General
Municipal Election and, in this instance, b) in odd-numbered years, at the
first regular Council meeting held at least one year after the Council meeting
held for the purpose of canvassing the results of the last General Municipal
Election, or c) at such other times as a majority of the Council shall so
order. ~1il!\4,
Mayor Kanel and Mayor Pro Tem Davis resigned from their respective positions
The City Clerk then called for nominations for mayor. Mayor Kanel nominated
Councilman Coronado and the City Clerk accepted the nomination from Councilman
Kanel of Councilman Coronado for Mayor and called for any other nominations.
Councilman Davis nominated Councilwoman Arnold and the City Clerk recognized
the nomination by Councilman Davis of Councilwoman Arnold for the position of
Mayor. A motion was made to close the nominations and hearing no objections,
the City Clerk declared the nominations closed. The City Clerk asked that all
those in favor of Councilman Coronado for Mayor cast a "yes" vote and noted
that there were two aye votes cast by Councilmembers Coronado and Kanel
therefore the nomination was not sustained.
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COUNCILMAN CORONADO LEFT THE MEETING AT 12:59 P.M.
The City Clerk then asked that all those in favor of Councilwoman Arnold for
Mayor to cast a "yes" vote and noted that there were three aye votes cast by
Councilmembers Arnold, Davis and Mullen and one abstention by Councilman
Kanel. The City Clerk declared the position of Mayor filled by Ms. Arnold.
Councilman Davis nominated Councilman Coronado for the position of Mayor Pro
Tem; however, in Councilman Coronado's absence, it was decided that Councilman
Davis withdraw the nomination and this item be continued.
Councilman Kanel expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the Council far
their support during the last year.
RECESS: Due to the lateness of the hour, Mayor Arnold recessed the meeting at
1:05 a.m. to Tuesday, November 24, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. and continued the
following Agenda items:
Continuation of Consideration, of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use
Permit No. 87-19, Six Apartment Units, 9532 Walker Street.
Continuation of Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Amendment to the
Zoning Ordinance No. 87-7, Establish Development Standards for New
Residential Additions and Reroofing.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Public Nuisance Condition Located
at the Northeast Corner of Cerritos Avenue and Bloomfield Street.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use Permit No. 87-27,
Restaurant, 4453 Cerritos Avenue.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use Permit No. 87-29,
Video Arcade, 5491 Ball Road, Suite B.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Parcel Map No. 87-383, Consolidate
Two Parcels into One Parcel, 6402-6420 Orange Avenue.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Amendment to Conditional Use Permit
No. 81-4, Panasonic Facility Phase II, 6550 Katella Avenue.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Conditional Use Permit No. 87-31,
Reynolds Recycling Corporation, Mobile Recycling Facility, 6381 Ball
Road.
Consideration of Public Hearing Re: Federal Housing and Community
Development Block Grant Application - 14th Year.
Continuation of Consideration of Discussion on Written Bid Procedures.
Continuation of Consideration of Proposed Position Classification and
Compensation Plan Amendment.
Consideration of City Council Appointments.
Consideration of Design Review Committee No. 87-48, Monument Signs for
the Warland/Cypress Business Center.
Consideration of Council Members' Interest in Serving on the South Coast
Air Quality Management District Board of Directors.
Consideration of Approval of Commercial Warrant List for Warrants No.
23362 - 23569.
Mayor Arnold called the recessed meeting back to order at 7:00 p.m. on
Tuesday, November 24, 1987 in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange
Avenue, Cypress, California.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
ABSENT: Councilmember Coronado
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex and staff members
Beardsley, DeCarlo, Hamlin, Hurst, Leonard and Wicker.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The pledge was led by Councilman Mullen.
Regarding the item of Consideration of City Council Reorganization, Mayor
Arnold asked for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. Councilman Davis nominated
Councilman Coronado for the position. It was moved by Councilman Kanel and
seconded by Councilman Davis that the nominations be closed. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None -
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
In regard to the Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting
of November 9, 1987, Councilman Kanel suggested the inclusion of his wording
as to the support and contributions of the News Enterprise to the Cypress
community. It was moved by Councilman Mullen, seconded by Councilman Kanel
and hearing no objection, the Minutes of November 19, 1987 were approved as
amended.
Regarding Item 113, Consideration of Claim Filed by Hollywood Park Realty
Enterprises, Inc., it was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by
Councilman Kanel to officially reject the subject claim and refer it to the
City Attorney for appropriate action. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Mullen, Kanel and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 87-19. SIX APARTMENT UNITS. 9532 WALKER STREET. Mayor Arnold declared the
public hearing open. Mayor Arnold referred to the staff report dated November
13, 1987 which described the applicant"s request to continue Conditional Use
Permit No. 87-19 to the meeting of December 14, 1987 at which time the
applicant will have landscaping revisions for the City Council's review. -
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to continue
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-19 to the meeting of December 14, 1987. The
motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING
ORDINANCE NO. 87-7. ESTABLISH DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL
ADDITIONS AND REROOFING: Mayor Arnold opened the public hearing. The Mayor
referred to the staff report dated November 13, 1987 which represented a
request that this item be withdrawn and presented to the City Council after
staff has completely reviewed this issue and prepared a staff report.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to withdraw
the Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance No. 87-7. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: PUBLIC NUISANCE CONDITION LOCATED AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF CERRITOS AVENUE AND BLOOMFIELD STREET: Councilman Kanel
stated that this item was continued at the request of the Midwood Manor
Association and hearing no objection, Mayor Arnold continued this item to the
December 14 meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-27.
RESTAURANT. 4453 CERRITOS AVENUE: Mayor Arnold declared the public hearing
open. The Senior Planner summarized the staff report dated November 26, 1987
which indicated a request to allow the operation of a restaurant at 4453
Cerrttos Avenue. The applicant has contacted staff asking that this item be
continued to the December 14 City Council meeting allowing additional time to
address project design issues.
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It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Hullen to continue
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-27 to December 14. The motion unanimously
carried by the fallowing roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIlMEHBERS: Davis, Kanel, Hullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCIlHEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIlMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-29. VIDEO
ARCADE. 5491 BAll ROAD. SUITE B: Mayor Arnold declared the public hearing
open. The Senior Planner recapped the staff report dated November 16, 1987
which represented a request to establish a video arcade in the new shopping
center at 5491 Ball Road, Suite B, in the CG-I0,000 Commercial General Zone.
The applicant is proposing to occupy one lease space with approximately 23
videa games located in the arcade. The hours of operation are tentatively
scheduled to be 12 noon to 12 midnight, Honday through Saturday and 12 noon to
11 p.m. on Sunday. Since the submittal of the report to the Council, the
applicant has suggested a change in the hours of operation to 3:00 p.m. to
midnight, Honday through Saturday and 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Staff feels the subject project will have negative impacts on the shopping
center and the surrounding properties. Staff further believes the proposed
use may create loitering, proliferation of video machines and circulation
problems in the shopping center. Notices of this public hearing were posted,
published and mailed to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject
parcel. To date staff has not received any communication regarding this
matter. Staff recommended that the City Council deny Conditional Use Permit
No. 87-29.
Councilman Kanel advised he probably would not support this application not
only because of the staff recommendation but because the center is too small
far the arcade.
THE CITY ATTORNEY ARRIVED AT 7:25 P.M.
The City Manager advised that it was a two part issue and, at the moment, the
code does allow arcades in this zone subject to a Conditional Use Permit and
suggested requesting the City Attorney review the potential of limiting
arcades to other zones.
Responding to Councilman Kanel, the City Attorney advised that a business use
can be restricted as to location, zoning, and the type of signing.
Mayor Arnold asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application.
Ms. Martha Brundage, 1052 Napa, Tustin, employed by la Mancha Development and
representing the applicant, stated the applicant is an owner-operator, will be
in the store at all times and does not want loitering. The concern of la
Mancha is safety in the parking lot and this parking lot does not allow fast
traffic because of the layout.
Mr. Scott Nichols, 4909 lakewood Blvd., Suite 300, Lakewood, representing the
applicant, addressed the concerns outlined in the staff report which were
loitering, proliferation of video games and vehicular and pedestrian
circulation. He further stated that there are very few situations in which
these problems arise and good management and conditions solve the potential
problems. He suggested if the Council perceives future problems, that they
allow the project to proceed and review the conditional use permit in six
months or some other convenient period of time.
Mayor Arnold asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the application.
Mr. Dan Garvey, 9951 Barcelona Lane, Cypress, relayed two concerns about the
arcade: 1) it will attract children to an extremely busy intersection,
increase traffic and bring children along Ball Road past two blind corners,
and 2) the unsightliness of the area and adding to the visual clutter that now
exists.
Councilman Kanel stated, for the record, a full text of which is on file in
the City Clerk"s office, that there is a lot of traffic in the center now, the
arcade will add to the congestion and there will be loitering. Captain Wicker
advised that these videa arcades can be attractive nuisances with youngsters
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congregating, perhaps some drug and alcoholic beverage use. Those kinds of
situations have developed at establishments like this in the past.
Hayor Arnold asked if the applicant wished to rebut.
Hr. Nichols, representing the applicant, remarked that he didn't believe the
operation of the center should be held against the applicant and there will be
no loitering, smoking or drinking allowed in the proposed establishment.
Councilman Davis stated that the greatest proliferation is that of skate
boards, one of the most dangerous vehicles on the streets and the traffic and ~
safety concerns are very real problems and does not support the application.
Councilman Hullen indicated the some of the problems could be corrected
possibly by the granting of a one year conditional use permit to test the
management; however, he was concerned about the safety of the children and
could not support the application on that basis.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close the
public hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as fallows to
deny Conditional Use Permit 87-29
RESOLUTION NO. 3318
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS DENYING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-29 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
Councilman Kanel requested the City Manager and the City Attorney to devise a
plan placing videa arcades in zones other than commercial and still subject to
a conditional use permit and to return to Council with a proposal within 60
days. ""',"',.
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: PARCEL HAP NO. 87-383. CONSOLIDATE TWO
PARCELS INTO ONE PARCEL. 6402-6420 ORANGE AVENUE: Mayor Arnold declared the
public hearing open. The Senior Planner summarized the staff report dated
November 16, 1987 which represented a request to consolidate two parcels into
one parcel containing approximately 71,060 square feet far the purpose of
constructing a 40 unit apartment complex. Notices of this public hearing were
posted, published and mailed to all property owners within a 300 foot radius
of the subject parcel. As of this date staff as not received comments
regarding this request. Staff recommended Parcel Map No. 87-383 be approved
subject to conditions.
Mayor Arnold asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to
the application. No one wished to do so.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close
the public hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows
approving Parcel Map No. 87-383 with conditions.
RESOLUTION NO. 3319
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING PARCEL
MAP NO. 87-383 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILHEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILHEHBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILHEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: AHENDHENT TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
81-4. PANASONIC FACILITY PHASE II. 6550 KATELLA AVENUE: Mayor Arnold opened
the public hearing and referred to the staff report dated November 17, 1987
which represented a request to construct Phase II of the Panasonic
Corporation's Western Regional Headquarters. Phase II will include an
expansion of the existing warehouse and office facility as provided for under
Conditional Use Permit No. 81-4.
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It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to continue
this item' to the December 14 meeting.. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Hullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILHEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEHBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERHIT NO. 87-31.
REYNOLDS RECYCLING CORPORATION. HOBILE RECYCLING FACILITY. 6381 BALL ROAD:
Hayor Arnold declared the public hearing open and referred to the staff report
dated November 17, 1987 which represented a request from the applicant and
staff for additional time to resolve project issues.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to continue
the hearing an Conditional Use Permit No. 87-31 to December 14. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: FEDERAL HOUSING AND COMHUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION - 14TH YEAR: Mayor Arnold declared the public hearing
open. The Senior Planner summarized the staff report dated November 12, 1987
which indicated that for the past 13 years, the City of Cypress has
participated in the Federal Housing and Community Development Block Grant
Program to obtain funds for community improvement. A public meeting was
scheduled for November 18, 1987 to receive citizen input. The City is now in
the process of filing far grant monies which will involve 100 percent Federal
grant funds with no matching requirement from the local government. Since the
City is classified as a nonentitlement community of less than 50,000
population, Cypress must apply through the County"s Housing and Community
Development Department. This year"s application is similar to those in
previous years in that funds for public facilities and improvements and
housing rehabilitation are being sought. Staff recommended the adoption of
the Resolution approving the City's participation in the 14th Year Housing and
Community Development Block Grant Program.
The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in support or opposition to the
application. No one wished to do so.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Mullen to close
the public hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows
approving the City"s participation in the 14th Year Housing and Community
Development Block Grant Program and authorize the Mayor to sign the grant
request on behalf of the Cypress City Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3320
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING THE
CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN THE 14TH YEAR HOUSING AND COMHUNITY DEVELOPHENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILHEMBERS: Coronado
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION ON WRITTEN BID PROCEDURES. The
Finance Director summarized staff reports addressing questions about newspaper
use for legal advertisements, the number of days from advertisement to bid
opening, the use of regular or certified mail and action taken an sole bids.
Staff recommended two modifications to the City procedure for a trial period:
1) send a newly designed acknowledgment card with all written bid packages and
2) extend the response time on bid openings from 10 days to 15 working days.
He further advised Council had two questions an certified mail versus regular
mail and automatic rejection of sole bids.
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Councilman Mullen advised continuing the bid notifications in accordance with
state law and not impose upon the City the additional burden and expense of
the certified mail system. Councilman Davis stated that the staff reports are
reflecting the number of bids sent and the number returned. Responding to
Councilman Davis, the Finance Director advised that there is a draft of the
new code for discussion with the TEAM and then to Council which does include
both of the changes, i.e., the acknowledgment card and the extension of the
advertisement period from 10 to 15 days. Councilman Davis expressed his
concern with single bid situations and would like to incorporate parameters
when the written bid procedure is circumvented.
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After further discussion, Mayor Arnold expressed gratification with the
improved procedure and she suggested strong consideration be given to using
the certified mail process as an adjunct to the written bid procedure.
In response to Councilman Mullen, the City Manager reported that the cost of
using certified mail in the written bid procedure was approximately $500 for a
year.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Davis to
incorporate: 1) the 15 day response time; 2) the acknowledgment card
procedure; and 3) bid requests over $2,500 be send by certified mail, return
receipt requested into the written bid procedure. Councilman Davis also
requested that staff prepare an amendment to the code which will create
specific parameters for accepting single bid situations or no bid situations
and provide them to the Council. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLAN AMENDMENT: The City Manager reviewed the staff report dated
November 18, 1987 which indicated that the classification specifications for
the Risk Management Technician position was not a part of the report and are ,.
eliminating that title from the report. The procedure used to set the salary
of the Personnel Analyst position was a comparison to the Administrative
Analyst in the Public Works Department. The experience, skill levels, and job
requirements of these positions are comparable so the salary base was kept the
same. The Assistant to the City Manager explained that the minimum
qualifications, job knowledge required, abilities, educational level and
minimum experience requirements for both positions are the same and that the
position would be considered more a journey level rather than entry level
position. After further discussion, Mayor Arnold expressed the importance of
the newsletter and the need to delineate the responsibility for its production
in the Personnel Analyst job description.
Councilman Kanel mentioned that the production of the newsletter does not
involve that much time, the newsletters which have come out have been very
good and there is sufficient information in them.
Mayor Arnold suggested that a communications aspect of the jab in the
Personnel Analyst job duties be included. Councilman Davis commented that the
newsletter is very good; however, it needs more substance, and should address
some of the happenings in the City that are of a positive nature. He also
advised that the communications factor should be incorporated into the job
description. Councilman Mullen agreed with the incorporation of the
communications ability into the job description. Councilman Davis suggested
removing the word "normally" from Experience and Education and if a problem
does arise, the matter can be reviewed by the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Mullen to remove
the Risk Management Technician from the approval; incorporate the reference to
communications skills and delete the work "normally" from the EXDerience and
Education section in the job description far Personnel Analyst and to adopt
the Resolutions by title only, title as follows.
RESOLUTION NO. 3321
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
RESOLUTION NO. 975 BY ADDING THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF PLANNING TECHNICIAN,
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PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR, PERSONNEL ANALYST AND VIDEO
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR TO THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES
IN THE SERVICE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
RESOLUTION NO. 3322
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AND ACTING AS
THE EX OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION
AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3272, ESTABLISHING SALARIES FOR TEMPORARY AND
SEASONAL EMPLOYEES NOT PLACED UNDER THE GENERAL COMPENSATION PLAN.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEHBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILHEHBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS: It was suggested by Councilman
Davis to defer this matter until a full Council was present. After some
discussion and hearing no objection, Mayor Arnold continued this item to the
December 14, 1987 meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF DESIGN REVIEW COHHITTEE NO. 87-48. HONUMENT SIGNS FOR THE
WARLAND/CYPRESS BUSINESS CENTER: Mayor Arnold referred to the staff report
dated November 18, 1987 which represented a request for the approval of two
monument signs to be placed at the Knott Avenue entrance to the
Warland/Cypress Business Park. On November 9. 1987. the City Council adopted
a resolution approving Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 87-10 to allow a
maximum of two monument signs per entry. As directed by Council Staff is
submitting the proposed monument signs for design review. Staff believed the
proposed monument signs comply with the Warland/Cypress Business Park Specific
Plan and are appropriate as submitted.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kane1 to receive
and file Design Review Committee No. 87-48. The motion unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILHEMBERS: Davis, Kane1, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL MEMBERS" INTEREST IN SERVING ON THE SOUTH COAST AIR
QUALITY HANAGEMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Mayor Arnold referred to the
staff report dated November 18, 1987 wherein the City had been notified by the
Chairman of the City Selection Committee that on December 3, 1987, the
Committee will select a Councilmember from the Orange County cities to serve
an the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board of Directors. If any
Counci1member is interested, action should be taken at this meeting. If there
is no interest, this communication should be received and filed.
It was moved by Councilman Davis and seconded by Councilman Hu11en to receive
and file this communication. The motion unanimously carried by the following
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AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 23362 -
23569: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to
approve the commercial warrant list for Warrants No. 23362 - 23569 in the
amount of $530,325.94. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Davis, Kanel, Mullen and Arnold
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Arnold asked if anyone wished to speak on any item
not on the Agenda. No one wished to do so.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: There were no written communications.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Arnold adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. to Monday,
November 30, 1987 at 5:30 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California.
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