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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
May 22, 1989
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:45
p.m. on Monday, May 22, 1989, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5215
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor Pro Tem .John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT: Counci1members Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel ~-_-'l
ABSENT: None
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Also present were Darrell Essex, City Manager/City Clerk, Jerry Patterson,
City Attorney and staff members Beardsley, Eynon and Hurst.
ORAL COMMlINI~AIJONS: For Matters on the 5:30 p.m. Agenda. None were
presented.
EXEClIT 1 VE SE~.?J.QH: Mayor Pro Tem Kanel called for an Executive Session at
5:45 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:39 p.m. with all Counci1members present
and staff members Beardsley, DeCarlo, Eynon, Hurst, leonaI'd and Lowenberg also
present.
PLEDGE OF ALLt:{]J~NCE: The pledge was led by Councilmember Arnold.
PRESENTA Tl ONS:
Mr. Jim Gentry, President of the Buena Park-Cypress-La Palma Board of Realtors
introduced Dorothea Burns, Chairwoman of the American Horne Week Committee, who
made the presentations to the American Home Week winners. They were Maurice &
,Iosephine Van De Moere, 9594 Pear Tree Lane, Craig & Ji1ian Koehler, 9504 Ppar
Tree Lane and Timothy & Rebecca Webber, 4433 Via Linda. Mayor Pro Tern Kanel,
on behalf of the Council, congratulated the winners.
Mayor Pro Tem Kanel read and presented the Resolutions at Commendation to the
Cypress High School Varsity Cheerleaders, their advisor Rich Schlichting and
their coach Chris Stewart. Mr. Schlichting stated that the quest of the .
Cheerleaders is to become the Miss Drill Team International Champions in
Nagoya, Japan and they are fundraising to finance the trip.
The Director of Public Works, Robert Beardsley, presented the City of Cypress
with a plaque from the American Public Works Association and announced that
there would be a Public Works equipment show at the Cypress Community Center
from 1 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 25.
ORAL COM~lUN I~~JJ.oNS: For Matters Not on the 7:30 p.m. Agenda.
Mr. Chuck Hicks, 10669 Charles Circle, Cypress, addressed the Council and
requested they act in a professional manner and as a team because of th~ many
situations facing the City over the next two years.
ORAL COM~lUNICI\IJ9NS: For Clarification of Matters on the 7:30 p.m. Agenda.
Ms. Pam Towne, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls
Club, requested that Consideration of Request for Funding from the Boys &
Girls Club of Cypress be moved forward.
The City Manager advised that during the 5:30 portion of the meeting, the
Council adjourned to an Executive Session for matters of personnel and
litigation and he called upon the City Attorney for summation.
The City Attorney advised that the thre~ matters considered during closed ..
session were: real property acquisition in the Civic Center area, and two
items pertaining to the Hollywood Park Realty Enterprises, Inc. lawsuits.
CONSIDERATIO~_Qf_.PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT - MR. TIM
DAVIES ON BEH_8lE._OF ~lAPLE LEAF MARKETING, I NC. : The City Manager advised that
the applicant, Mr. Tim Davis, had called and requested a continuation of this
item.
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It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Arnold to
continue this item to the meeting of June 12, 1989. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBcRS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNC I L~lEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COllNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATlON_J)E. PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
PERMIT - CRYSTALIS. 6197 BALL ROAD, CYPRESS: Mayor Pro Tem Kanel opened the
public hearing. The City Manager presented the staff report dated May 16,
1989, which indicated that an application had been submitted for a live
entertainment permit, including a request for dancing by patrons to recorded
music at Crystales, 6197 Ball Road.
Mr. Victor Bretado, co-owner of Crystales Restaurant, stated that this
restaurant will feature Mexican food, a 10 piece Mariachi band show and
dancing to recorded music. He also stated that the family has been in the
restaurant business for many years and they have other successful restaurants.
After some discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Kanel asked if anyone wished to speak in
opposition to the application.
Ms. Caroline Vogl, 9866 Joel Circle, Cypress, voiced her opposition to the
live entertainment permit because of the noise created by the restaurant when
the doors and windows were opened.
No one else wished to speak in support or opposition to the application.
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Age to
close the public hearing and approve the application for a Live Entertainment
Permit. Councilmember Age encouraged the Police Chief to keep the Council
apprised of any situations that may arise. The City Manager commented that
this application is being approved with condition that the Council reserves
the right to reconsider the granting of the permit if there is noise or other
problems associated with the establishment. The motion unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATIO~_Qf_PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 89-9, OFFSITE
GENERAL ALCOH9L~_ALES, LINCOLN MARKET , 5177 LINCOLN AVENUE: ~layor Pro 1em
Kanel opened the hearing. The Planning Director presented the staft report
which represented a request to expand Lincoln Market.s liquor license. The
subject site is located at 51/7 Lincoln Avenue. In accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act, a Negative Declaration will be filed tor
this project. Notices of this public hearing were posted, published and
mailed to the property owners within a 300-foot radius of the subject
property.
Mr. Henry Wu, 14801 Maton Avenue, Irvine, representing his brother Chen-jung
Wu, asked tor permission to change the liquor license from offsite sale of
beer and wine to offsite sale general in the small neighborhood market and
volunteered to answer any questions.
After some discussion, regarding parking lot striping, recreational vehicle
parking and the present tenant, Mayor Pro Tem Kanel asked jf anyone else
wished to speak in support or opposition to the application. No one wished to
speak.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Arnold to
close the public hearing and deny Conditional Use Permit No. 89-9.
Councilmember Kerry concurred with Councilmembers Age and Arnold. Mayor Pro
Tem Kanel expressed his concern that there was a possibility of a lack of
consistency in granting the various types of ] iquor licenses. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold and Kerry
NOES: 1 COUNCILMENBERS: Kane]
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
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CONSIDERATIO~..OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO 89-
3, AMENDED CYER~SS CORPORATE CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 88-1 (SOUTHEAST CORNER
OF VALLEY VI[~ STREET AND KATELLA AVENUE: Mayor Pro Tem Kanel declared the
public hearing open. The P1ann~ng Director presented the staff report dated
May 12, 1989. which represented a request to amend the zoning for the Cypress
Corporate Center Business Park Planned Community No.2 to correspond to the
recently approved Amended Cypress Corporate Center Specific Plan No. 88-1. An
Environmental Impact Report was prepared for the Amendment to the Cypress
Corporate Center and associated documents in accordance with the requirements
of the California Environmental Quality Act and was certified by the Cypress ~
City Council. Notices of this public hearing were published, posted and
mailed to all property owners within a 300 foot radius.
No one wished to speak in support of or opposition to the application.
It was moved by Counci1member Arnold and seconded by Counci1member Age to
close the public hearing and to approve the first reading of the Ordinance by
title only, title as follows, approving Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance No.
89-3.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL Of THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 640, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, BY
AMENDING THE PC-2, PLANNED COMMUNITY BUSINESS PARK lONE NO. 2 TO BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMENDED CYPRESS CORPORATE CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN NO.
88 - 1.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kane1
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC IU1EMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION_QL.PUBLIC HEARING RE: TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 13985 12-LOT ~-,"'~
SI NGLE F Am L LBES lDENTIAL SUBDIV I SION, 4541-4551 CRESCENT AVENUE: Mayor Pro
Tem Kanel opened the public hearing. The Planning Director summarized the
staff report dated May 12, 1989, which represented a request to divide two
parcels into 12 parcels including a cul-de-sac street for the future
development of single-family residential homes located at 4541-4551 Crescent
Avenue. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, a Notice
of Negative Declaration will be filed for this project. Notices of this
public hearing have been posted, published and mailed to all property owners
within a 300 foot radius of the subject parcel.
Mr. H. S. Edwards, 4571 Crescent Avenue, Cypress, representing the owners,
stated the proposed plans for lot and home sizes.
Mayor Pro Tem Kanel asked if anyone else wished to speak in support or
opposition to the application, with no response.
It was moved by Counci1member Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
close the public hearing. certify the Negative Declaration in accordance with
the requirements 01 the California Environmental Quality Act and approve
Tentative Tract Map No. 13985 subject to conditions. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age. Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNC I L~lEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUIK 1 LMEMBERS: None -
CONSIDERATION Of PUBLIC HEARING RE: RELOCATION PERMIT NO. 89-1, RELOCATE A
SINGLE-FM1ILVRESIDENTlAL HOUSE H<O~l 4541 CRESCENT AVENUE TO 8661 ACACIA
STREET : Mayor Pro Tem Kanel opened the public hearing. The Planning Director
presented the staff report dated May 16. 1989 which represented a request to
relocate a single family house from 4541 Crescent Avenue to 8661 Acacia
Street. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, a Notice
of Negative Declaration will be filed for this project. Notices of public
hearing have been posted, published and mailed to all property owners within a
300-foot radius.
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No one wished to speak in support or opposition to the application.
It was moved by Counci1member Arnold and seconded by Counci1member Age to
close the public hearing, certify the Negative Declaration in accordance with
the requirements of the Ca1ifo~nia Environmental Quality Act and approve
Relocation Permit No. 89-1 subject to conditions. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Mayor Pro Tem Kane1 suggested the item on the Boys and Girls Club be brought
forward and, hearing no objection, he so ordered.
CONSIDERATIO~PE_REQUEST FOR FUNDING FROM THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CYPRESS:
The staff report dated May 11, 1989 indicated that a communication, along with
attachments, had been received from the Executive Director of the Boys & Girls
Club of Cypress requesting funding of the Latch Key Program, which is
sponsored by their organization.
Ms. Pam Towne, 11266 Roanoke Court, Cypress, President of the Board ot
Directors of the Cypress Boys and Girls Club, explained the benefits provided
by the Program, asked that the City fund the cost of the program at an annual
cost of $23,110 and summarized the major reasons why the City should fund the
Program. She then introduced Ray Thomson, the Executive Director, who
presented the interests of the families who would use the program during the
next year, and believed this was one of the most cost-effective investments
the City could make.
Mr. Bruce Robbins, Director of Straight Talk Clinic and a Director on the
Board of the Boys & Girls Club, reiterated some ot the items already
addressed, mentioned some of the significant problems and would appreciate
support 01 the application.
The following parents and children provided testimonials on the various ways
they have benefited from the Boys & Girls Club programs.
Ms. Kathy Biaz, 9042 Denni Street, Cypress
Mr. Raymond Massey, 5201 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress
Mrs. Sondra Criego, 4040 Larwin Avenue, Cypress
Mrs. Cathy McDowell, 10261 Christopher Street, Cypress, introduced the
children who each provided their testimonial ot the Latch Key Program.
f'ls. Cynthia Fust. Director of Education at the Boys & Girls Club advised of
the average academic gains of the students.
Responding to Councilmember Arnold, Ms. Towne provided information about the
fund raising endeavors involving various local companies and organizations.
Mr. Thomson related that they would run out of funds for the Latch Key Program
in Jijly and would request the City for on-going funding.
Mayor Pro Tem Kanel expressed the importance ot the program, would be in favor
of assisting the (lutl in terms of funding and it is part of the (ity.s
responsibility as a worthwhile project.
Councilmcmber Age remarked that it was a very worthwhile and needed type at
service and she supports the project. She suggested that it be made an item
tor discussion during the budget session but not make it an on-going
commitment.
Councilmember Arnold wholly supported the program but the value of the
building and grounds that the City provides should not be underestimated and
she would like to look at the budget to determine if any tunds are available
to slIpport tltis program. She would like to see the Board ot Directors ot the
Boys & Gl,.ls Club approach the Cypress corporations for funding that are
benefiting from Latch Key.
Councilmember Kerry mentioned that it is a fantastic program, 9/% of the
children in the program are Cypress residents and hoped the corporations will
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assist in supporting the program. However, she believed the program is the
City's responsibility and will do everything she can to provide monies in the
budget for the program.
Mr. Larry Wuebker, past President of the Boys & Girls Club, commending the
staff of the Club for their dedication and felt this dedication required
rewards.
Ms. Towne concluded by requesting that the City fund the entire program so it
can be maintained as is and let no Cypress child turn to the streets because """~'
of the lack of a safe place to go.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
continue this item to the budget workshop on June 5 to discuss consideration
of funding the Latch Key Program. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Mayor Pro Tern Kanel called a recess at 9:48 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:55 with all Councilmembers present.
CONTI NUATI ONQLCONSI DERATI ON OF 1989 CYPRESS .. POPS" ORCHESTRA'S CONCE:RT
SEASON: The City Manager referred to the staff report dated May 1989, in
which he summarized the meeting with ,John Hall regarding the reschedul ing of
concert dates to avoid conflicts with other uses of the City facilities. He
advised that the City Council may wish to refer this entire matter, Including
funding, to the Cypress Cultural Arts Commission for review and comment;
however, It could also be considered at the budget workshop.
Mayor Pro Tern Kanel mentioned that he would like to see the July 15 concert as
part of a Council-adopted event as a prelude to the Community Festival.
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John Hal I, representing the Cypress PoPs Orchestra, stated he had made a
presentation tu the Friend of the Cypress Cultural Arts and the Cultural Arts
Commission and was given verbal endorsements. He alsu stated they are working
with Target for possible funding.
After some discussion, Councilmember Arnold stated she had received several
cal Is from Cultural Arts Commission members expressing their concern and she
advised that the support of the PoPs Orchestra should be obtained through the
Commission.
Marie Hall commented that they had a presentation to make, wcren.t aware there
was any cont] let with dates and have delayed coming to the Counci I to ask tor
seed money.
Mayor Pro Tern Kanel was concerned about the July 15th concert deadlines If
this item is moved back to the Cultural Arts Commission. He suggested .that
this date be isolated, the Council endorse, and the City would provide some
in-kind services for the July 15 concert. He further suggested moving the
remainder of the proposed concerts back to the Cultural Arts Commission for
discussion.
Ms. Joan Edwards, Chairwoman of the Cultural Arts Commission, stated there was
no conflict on dates, views the Cypress PoPs Orchestra as a very positive
entity for the community, but expressed concern about the amount of money and
the way it Is being handled. She also stated that the community should be -
concentrating on cultural arts that are of a participatory nature rather than
concentrating on excellence and she is voicing her concerns, the concerns of
the Cultural Arts Commissioners and her suggestions were stated in her memo to
the Council.
Councllmember Age suggested that for the July 15th concert in-kind services
could be provided. She stated several agencies have asked for monies and
because we need to watch funds, she will not support providing any funds to
the Olchestra at this time.
Councilmember Kerry stated she supported providing in-kind service for the
July 15th performance, the Cultural Arts Commission.s involvement needs to be
encouraged and suggested Mr. and Mrs. Hall work with the Commission.
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Councilmember Arnold commented that there are many things the Council could
support in a City and the budget is paramount in making those decisions. She
also commented that she hadn't heard that if the Council supports in-kind
gifts for the concert that the Halls can perform without the Target funding.
Mr. Hall responded that the July 15 performance is dependent upon funding from
the corporate sector and until they find out what their position is, the
Orchestra would not be able to perform.
After further discussion, Mayor Pro Tern Kanel remarked that it appeared the
Council was williny to endorse the July 15 concert, subject to their corporate
sponsor.ship and the City will provide in-kind services.
Councilmember Age agreed but wished to clarify that "sponsor" means the use of
the City of Cypress name and in-kind services only.
Counci Imember Arnold commented she would not want to see any advertising
released stating that the concert would be held, co-sponsored by the City of
Cypress unless there is full funding.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age to
provide in-kind services, the name recognition of the City of Cypress for the
proposed July 15 concert and that the balance of the proposed season.s
concerts be referred back to the Cultural Arts Commission for further
discussion. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll ca 11 vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COllNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COllNCILMEMBERS: NonE~
Councilmember Kerry clarified that if funding is requested by the Cypress PoPs
Orchestra, it should come to the Council through the Cultural Arts Commission.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pro Tern moved the following two items forward.
CONSIDERATlON..Jlf REQUF..ST FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT FRO~l THE CYPRESS HIGH SCHOOL'S
ACADEMIC BOOST~B~: Ns. Lucy Swindell, 91~)1 Whitney Way, Cypress, current
President of the Cypress High School Academic Boosters, explained th~ function
of the organization, cited their major accomplishments and she requested the
Counei I 's continued support at $1.00 pN student.
It was moved by Couneilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
approve the financial support requested by the Cypress High School.') Academic
Boosters Club based on $1.00 pel student. The motion unanimously carried by
the followinq roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBEI<S: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOI:S: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: N 0 rll~
CONTINUATION OJ_JONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF YOUTH COMMISSIOII SPONSORSHIP OF
DISC ,JOCKEY _~~.FiYJCES FOR CYPRESS HIGH SCHOOL GRAD NIGHT: lhe staff repor.t
dated r-Iay 15, 1989 indicated that this item was continued from the last
meeting for further information from the Youth Commission.
11r. Steve 01 son. Cha i rman of the Youth Commi ss i on, reported on the t und
raising efforts of the Cypress High School Grad Night Committee and responded
to questions from the Council.
Nrs. Olson reported that approximately 140 tickets have been sold at $25
apiece and explained what will be offered at the Grad Night festivities and
expected most of the graduating class to attend.
Counei lmember Kerry stated she was in favor of supporting the Grad Niyht but
was concerned about the request for 50% of the Youth Commission.s budget
because the Council has already given support.
Counci lmember Age had previously stated she was not in favor of this request
because the Council had previously given a one-time only donation, but the
funds requested would be from another account and she would support the
request.
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Councilmember Arnold expressed disappointment that the Youth Commission has
participated in only one project and she cannot support this program for the
same reason that she didn't support using City funds for Grad Night.
Mayor Pro Tem Kanel commented that this is the first Grad Night, it is a
project of the Youth Commission and the City of Cypress and he supports
granting the request.
Councilmember Kerry stated she hoped next year the monetary requests for Grad ..''''~
Night would be better coordinated with only one request to the Council.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Kanel that the City
Council, acting as ex officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress
Recreation and Park District, approve the Youth Commission sponsorship of
$500.00 from account 4187-12-329.10 to cover disc jockey services for the
Cypress High School Grad Night. The motion carried by the fol lowing roll call
vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Arnold
ABSENT: 0 COUNC I LME~lBERS: None
CONTINUATION.9L_C_ON?IDERATION OF APPOIN1MENT TO THE CULlURAL ARTS COMMISSION:
Counci Imember Kerry requested that the vacancy on the Cultural Arts Commission
be advertised.
Councilmember Arnold expressed her opposition because there is a current
applicant that is an outstanding candidate and has come before the Council
twice asking to be on the Cultural Arts Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Kanel remarked that he would encourage the advertising of this
vacancy.
Councilmember Age stated that she has not had an opportunity to interview the -
two current applicants.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pro Tem Kanel requested staff to advertise the
existing vacancy on the Cultural Arts Commission. The two applicants Messrs.
Lucas and Sprague wil I be contacted to determine their interest in being
considered for the vacancy.
CONTINUATlOtCQF..CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A VEHICLE TRIP
REUUCTlQN PR9~RAtl FOR THE CYPRESS BUSINESS PARK: Councilmember Arnold had
discussed the cuncerns expressed by Mr. Sudakow at the last meeting and it
might be appropriate for Mr. Beardsley and another member of TMA to promote
the ben('f i ts of the organ i za t i on to f-lr. Sudakow.
The City Manager emphasized that with the number of people contacted in the
Business Park, its size and impact, only one person expressed concern and it
is all impressive statement of the ~ark.s willingness to solve transportation
problems.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Counci Imember Arnold to
approve the first reading of the Ordinance by title only, title as follows,
establ ishin9 a vehicle trip reduction program for the Cypress Business Pa,'k.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ESTABLISHING A ~
VEHICLE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM FOR THE CYPRESS BUSINESS PARK.
The motion unanimously carried by the fo1 lowing roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSlDERAflOt(.Pl._ APPOINTMENTS TO THE SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION: The staff
report dated May 17, 1989 indicated that Mildred Thrutchley was contacted and
expressed interest in an appointment,
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Mayor Pro Tem Kane1 believed that an appointment to that Commission of the
applicant who was not a senior citizen would not be appropriate.
Counci1member Arnold nominated ~nd Counci1member Age seconded the nomination
of Mary Ba11erini for the Commissioner vacancy. The nomination unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUIK ILMEMBERS: Age. Arnold, Kerry and Kane1
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
The remaining applicants were ranked in the order they were selected in the
draw as fo1 lows: First Alternate Dorothy Galley. Second Alternate Peggy
Bowers. Third Alternate Morrie Spatz and Fourth Alternate Mildred Thrutch1ey.
Regarding Continuation of Consideration of Ordinance Establishing a Vehicle
Trip Reduction Program for the Cypress Business Park, the City Attorney asked
to return to that item to provide a change to the Ordinance, top of page 5 B.
"REASONABLE EFFORTS TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVES," under B.2. and B.3., the last
line. "considered reasonable" deleted and substitute "the objective." He
advised that on the second reading. these changes will have been made and
hearing no objection, Mayor Pro Tem Kane1 so ordered.
CONS I DERAT I O~__Ql. CITY OF CYPRESS CLASSIF ICATION PLAN: The City Manager
presented the staff report dated May 10, 1989. which described a
classification plan for all non-management positions within the City of
Cypress.
It was moved by Counci1member Arnold and seconded by Counci1member Age that
the City Council and acting as ex officio Board of Directors of the Cypress
Recreation and Park District to: 1) adopt the Resolution by title only, title
as follows. establishing a new classification plan for the City of Cypress as
set forth in Exhibit A "Classification Plan;" and 2) approve the compensation
amendments as presented in Exhibit B, "New Classification Study Ranges."
RESOLUTION NO. 3574
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND ACTING AS
THE EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT, REVISING THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE
SERVICE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMU1BERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILHEMBERS: None
CONSIDE.RATIOtLuQI- CAI~DIDATE SUPER STREET PRO.JECTS: The staff report prepared
May 10, 19~9 indicated that the Urange County Transportation Commission has
developed a roadway network of the County's most heavily traveled, existing
arterial streets which would benefit from some from improved traffic flow.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmcmber Arnold to
approve the letter supporting the implementation of Super Street improvements
along Valley View Street and Katella Avenue and authorize the Mayor to sign
the letter on behalf of the City. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYCS: 4 COUNC I L~lEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUUC ILl1EMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC ILMH1BERS: None
CONSIDERATION OLADDlTIOtML APPROPRIATION FOR CLEAN-UP AND RENOVATIOI~ OF THE
CORPORATE YARi:LIJ!EL FACILITY: The staff report dated May 16, 1989 which
recommended that the City Council approve the funding program for the clean-up
and renovation of the fuel facility by authorizing the first appropriation.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Counci1member Kerry to
authorize an appropriation from the Contingency Reserve of the City.s General
Fund in the amount of $250,000 to account number 4186-11-446-24.
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AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATIO~_.Qf_APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 32518 -
32771 : It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age
to approve Warrants No. 32518 through 32771 in the amount of $526,451.20. The
motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
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AYE: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Recreation &_P~r:_k District Matters:
CONSIDERATION_P.L CO~lMUNlTY CENTER USE FEE SCHEDULE: The staff report datE'd
~lay 15, 1989 indicated that the Recreation and Community Services Commission
recommended that the City Council approve fee increases for Community Center
use.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age that the
City Council, acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors for the
Recreation and Park District, approve the proposed Community Center fee
increases as recommended by the Recreation and Community Services Commission.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNC I L~lH1BERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Mayor Pro Tem Kanel recessed the meeting at 11:40 p.m. to act as the
Cypress Redevelopment Agency. The City Council meeting reconvened at 11:41
p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
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CONSIDERATIO~ Of_AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TREE REMOVAL SERVICES, REQUEST FOR
QUOTATION NO. 8~J:l9-48: Seven bids were received to remove 63 palm and cypress
trees throughout the City.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
determine V&E Tree Service to be the lowest responsible bidder and authorize
an award of contract to remove 34 palm trees and 29 cypress trees to V&E Tree
Service, 2425 N. Batavia Street, Orange, CA 92665-2033 in the amount of
$7,150. The motion unanimously carried by the following rol 1 call vote:
AYE: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
IWES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONS1 DERAT I ON 9L.AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF PARK TREES , REQUEST FOR
QUOT A TI ON NO, ~8.?9 - 49: Seven tllds were received to supply thirty 24" box
trees (10 each of fruitless mulberry, magnolia and London plane).
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age to: I )
determine that A.Y. Nursery of Duarte, CA and Arbor Nursery of Azusa, CA are
the lowest responsible bidders; 2) authorize a purchase order in the amount of
$1,950.40 to A.Y. Nursery, 1133 Bloomdale Street, Duarte, CA 91010, for ten
24" box Magnolia trees and ten 24" box London plane trees; and 3) authorize a
purchase order in the amount of $1,060.00 to Arbor Nursery, P.O. Box 273, lI'!l!IIII!
Azusa, CA 91702 for ten 24" box fruitless mulberry trees. The motion
unanimously carried by the following rollcall vote:
AYE: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: NonE'
CONSIUERAT10~_QFAWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE REHABILITATION OF COUNCIL CHAMBER
DOORS , PUBL Ie WORKS PRO,lECT NO. 8928-90: A single bid was received for
replacing the entry doors on the north, east and west sides of the Council
Chamber, refinishing the side panels of the north entry door and refinishing
the south entry door.
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It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
determine the lowest responsible bidder for Public Works Project No. 8928-90
to be CHD Corporation; 2) authorize the transfer of $3,000.00 from the fund
balance of the General Fund to ~ccount No. 4186-11-467-24; and 3) award a
contract for the rehabilitation of the Council Chamber doors to CHD
Corporation, 1260 North Hancock Street, Suite 109, Anaheim, CA 92~02, in the
amount of $28,230.00. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILHEHBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOE:S: 0 COUNCILMEHBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COllNCILHEHBERS: None
CONSIDERATIO~_Of AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FLASHING BEACONS ON
HOLDER STREEJJ__EllBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 8940: Six bids were receive for the
installation of flashing beacons on Holder street.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Arnold to:
1) authorize an appropriation from the fund balance of the General Fund and
transfer $12,000.00 to Account No. 4186-11-215-07; 2) determine Steiny and
Company, Inc., to be the lowest responsible bidder for Public Works Project
No. 8940; and 3) award a contract to Steiny and Company, I nc., 2230 E.
Orangethorpe Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92631, for the installation of flashing
beacons on Holder Street, per said firm.s bid in the amount of $11,183.00.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll ca 11 vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOtS: 0 COUNC IL~ltMBtRS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATIO~ OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR STREET NAME SIGNS, REqUtST FOR
QUOTATION NO. 8889-52: Three bids were received for 573 street name signs and
the required mounting hardware to be instal led throughout the City.
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
accept the bid received from Maneri Sign Company, 1245 I~. 135th Street,
Gardena, CA 92047 and award the contract for the purchase of street name .,ilJns
to this company in the amount of $20,005.30. The motion unanimously carried
by the followinl) roll call vote:
AYtS: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Ken y and Kane I
NOE:S: 0 C 0 U N C I L H E ~l B E R S : None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIOr.RATIO~ OF AMf:ND~lF:NT TO CONTRACT ~OR PROFESSIONAL Sf:RVICCS WInl R_QlLl~l
BUN, HILLIAM FROST AND ASSOCIATES FOR HYDROTECH CONSULTANTS, I NC . , AD[)Uj()U~1
NO. 5 - TEXACO TANK FARM CLEANUP: The staff report prepared May 15, 198~l
indicates that soil clednup will be completed around May 30, 1989 and in order
to maintain tile CUtTent level of consultant services through ,lune, RBF lid ':,
submitted Hydrotech"s Addendum 5 tor continuing services.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to: 1 )
authorize agreement for future services not to exceed $22,500 and tu
appropriate funds totaling $11,250 from the General Fund to Account No. 41B9-
11-192-06 for the City.., equal share tor tile contract costs; and 2) that
Counc i 1 authorize the Mayor and City Cler.k to execute Contract Addendum No. S
totaling $22,500 to be paid as described above. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBF:RS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC I U'lU1BERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF Rf:TENTION OF PROFESSIONAL TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR
PARKING STUDY AT RAMADA INN: The Planning Director presented the statt report
dated ~lay I :l, 1989 which indicated the Ramada Inn requested that the City
conduct a parkinq study so they can request specific lequirements of parking
by actual USE'. The Planning Director added Item 3, which states: " I tan
audit is required to verify hotel occupancy, that the City Counci I authorize
the ~inan(e Director to retain professional services in an amount not to
exceed $3,000.00 to be reimbursed by Ramada Inns, I nc . "
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It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Age to 1)
authorize an appropriation from the fund balance of the General Fund and
appropriate $5,000 to Account No. 4187-11-193-06; 2) retain the professional
services of Mohle, Grover & Associates, 901 East Imperial Highway, Suite A, La
Habra, CA 90631, for a Traffic impact Report at the Ramada Inn, 5865 Katella,
Cypress, per said firm's proposal in the amount of $5,000, which includes Item
3) as stated above. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel ~
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COllNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION Qf AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF COM8INATION KITCHEN
lINIT fOR THE CO_MMlINITY CE.NTER: One vendor was able to meet the design
specifications for a new combination kitchen unit as a replacement unit for
the employee break room.
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmem~er Kerry to:
1) appropriate from the Unreserved Fund Balance of the Internal Services
Equipment Replacement Fund the amount of $1,058.00 to Capital Outlay Account
#4560-83-650-35; and 2) approve the award of contract to Hollywood
Refrigeration, 1533 So, Grand Avenue, Santa Ana, CA in the amount of $1,057.33
for the purchase of the Combination Kitchen Unit. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll ca" vote:
AYES: 4 COUNC IL~lU1BERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COllNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC I LMU18ERS: None
CONSENT CALENPAR:
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. ~.
Mayor Pro lem Kanel questioned the lateness of the lease renewal in Item IJo.
16, Consideration ot Approval of Texaco Park Lease and Sublease Renewals. ThE'
City Manager explained that the City was attempting to negotiate an
acquisition of the park rather than a leasing arrangement; however, Texaco
does not want to sell the parcel at this time.
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Counci lmember Age to
approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 9 through 20. The motion unanimously
carried by the tol lowing roll call vote:
AHS: 4 COllNC I LME ~lBE: RS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEM8ERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COllNC I Ultt1BERS: None
Item #9: Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May
8, 1989.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of May 8, 1989, as
submitted.
Item #10: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances PresE'nted for
Consideration by Title Only and to l~aive Fur-ther Reading.
I t em # 11 : Consideration of Claim Filed by Angela H. Lamas -
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claim and
refer it to the City's Claims Administrator, Carl Warren & Co., for
appropriate disposition.
I tern #E: Consideration of Resolution Commending Eagle Scout Jason Lee
McKnight.
Recornmendatiol]: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only,
title as fol lows, commending Eagle Scout Jason Lee McKnight.
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RESOLUTION NO. 3575
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS COMMENDING BOY
SCOUT JASON LEE MCKNIGHT GN ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.
Item #13: Consideration of Proclaiming June 14, 1989, as "Flag Day."
Recommendat i 0_1'): That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim June 14,
1989, as "Flag Day" in the City of Cypress and urge all citizens to pause at 4
P.M. PST on this date for the 10th annual "Pause for the Pledge" by reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance to our Flag and Nation, in commemoration of the
,- Bicentennial of the United States Congress.
Item #14: Consideration of Employment List - Police Office (Academy Trained).
Recommendation: That the City Council certify the Employment List tor the
position of Police Officer (Academy Trained) as submitted.
Item #15: Consideration of Acceptance of Final Parcel Map No. 88-332 (Ball
Road, North Side, West of Valley View Street).
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Final Parcel Map No. 88-332
and authorize the City Clerk to sign the Record Map.
Item #16: Consideration of Approval of Texaco Park Lease and Sublease
Renewals.
Recommenda t i .01}: That the City Council approve the three-year extension at the
existing lease between the City and Texaco, Inc., and the sublease between the
City and the Cypress Recreation and Park District, and authorize the City
Clerk to execute the appropriate documentation extending these leases to
December 31, 1991.
I tern # 17 : Consideration of Monthly Investment Program for the Monthly of
Apri 1 1989.
Recomrnenda t i_on: Receive and file.
Item #18: Consideration of Proclaiming June 5 - 9, 1989, as "Management
Week."
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim June 5 -
9, 1989, as "Management Week" in the City of Cypress.
Item #19: Consideration of Legislative Advocacy Update.
Recommendation: Receive and tile.
Recreation & Part District Matters:
Item #20: Consideration of Employment List - Recreation Coordinator/Serlior
Citizens and Special Populations.
Recommendat i,on,: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of
Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, certify the Employment
List for the position ot Recreation Coordinator/Senior Citizens and Spec ial
Populations as submitted.
ORDINANCES (Sec9n~ Readinq) & RESOLUTIONS:
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Age to
order the tol lowing Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to
adopt the Ordinance approving Development Agreement No. 88-2.
ORDINANCE NO. 815
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 88-2 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND CYPRESS
HOMES, 1 NC .
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: 4 COUNC ILMHIBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILHEHBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
.- It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to adopt
the Resolution by title only, title as follows granting Variance No. 89-3.
RESOLUTION NO. 3576
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
TO ALLOW AN EXISTING AIR-CONDITIONING UNIT TO REMAIN IN THE SIDE YARD OF
A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME - VARIANCE NO. 89-3.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNC I l.MH1BERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNC I U1EMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Age to
order the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to
adopt the Ordinance amending certain sections of the Zoning Ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 816
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
SECTIONS 111.B.2.a.l.f.iji and 111.B.2.a.2.t.iii, DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS, OF THE PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE NO. 7 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 640 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, KNOWN
AS AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 89-2.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 C OUNC I LMEt-1BE RS: Arnold, Age, dnd Kanel tl"<'''~
NOES: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Kerry
ABSENT: 0 COUNC IL~IEMBERS: NonE'
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to adopt
the Resolution, by title only, title as follows, approving amendment to C.U.P.
No. 88-32.
RESOLUTION NO. 3577
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPRUVING
AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 88-32 - WITH CONDITIONS (10
CONDOMINIUM UNITS, INCLUDING TWO DENSITY BONUS UNITS, 5462 DELONG
STREET) .
The motion unanimously carried by the following 1'01 I cal I vote:
1\ Y E 5 : 4 (ClUNC I U1EMB E RS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Counci lmember Arnold and seconded by Councilmember Age to
adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Tentative
Tract Map No. 12385.
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RESOLUTION NO. 3578
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 12385 - WITH CONDITIONS (SUBDIVIDE .54 ACRE SITE
INTO A SINGLE PARCEL, CONSTRUCTION OF IO-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT, 5462
DELONG STREET).
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Arnold, Kerry and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNC ILMH1BERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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ORAL COMMUN I~MJP'NS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tern asked if
anyone wished to support Mayor Young of Santa Ana on S8 1334.
WRITTEN COMMlJNJI1HIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tern Kanel
stated that he received a communication from Mr. Southfield and the City
Manager explained that the vesting map will not be acted upon until the
agreement is finalized, which should be the next meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSXQ~: Mayor Pro Tem Kanel called for a closed session at 12:01
a.m. . The meeting reconvened at 12:50 a.m. with all Councilmembers present.
+c, ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Pro Tern Kanel adjourned the meeting at 12:52 a.m. to
Wednesday, May 24. 1989 at 3:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference Room,
West Wing of the City Hall, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress.
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