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REGULAR MEETING
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 27, 2023
4:30 P.M.
A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro
Tern Minikus in the Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California.
ROLL CALL
Cypress City Council, also acting as the Ex-Officio Governing Board of Directors of the
Cypress Recreation and Park District
Mayor Anne Hertz-Mallari — arrived at 4:46 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Scott Minikus
Council Member David Burke
Council Member Frances Marquez— arrived at 4:31 p.m.
Council Member Bonnie Peat
STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Fred Galante
Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton
Director of Public Works Doug Danes
Director of Recreation and Community Services Jeff Draper
Chief of Police Mark Lauderback
Planning Director Alicia Velasco
Assistant Director of Finance and Administrative Services Donna Mullally
City Clerk Alisha Farnell
Senior Management Analyst Kirsten Graham
Senior Management Analyst Jason Machado
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION/WORKSHOP ITEMS
Jimmy Fuller, Cypress, spoke regarding Non-Profit Grant Award Requests.
WORKSHOP SESSION
Review of Fiscal Strategies, Reserves, Pension Liabilities and Pension Trust
The Director of Finance and Administrative Services provided a report on this item.
City Council discussion ensued.
No action was taken.
Review of Contribution Policy for Non-Profit Organizations and Non-Profit Grant
Award Requests for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25
The Director of Recreation and Community Services provided a report on this item.
Mayor Hertz-Mallari recused herself from the portion of the report and discussion regarding
the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Anaheim-Cypress due to her employment with the
organization.
City Council discussion ensued.
No action was taken.
Mayor Pro Tern Minikus recessed the meeting at 5:56 p.m.
RECONVENE
Mayor Hertz-Mallari reconvened the City Council meeting at 6:05 p.m.
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ROLL CALL
Cypress City Council, also acting as the Ex-Officio Governing Board of Directors of the
Cypress Recreation and Park District
Mayor Anne Hertz-Mallari
Mayor Pro Tern Scott Minikus
Council Member David Burke
Council Member Frances Marquez— arrived at 6:07 p.m.
Council Member Bonnie Peat
STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Fred Galante
Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton
Director of Public Works Doug Dancs
Director of Recreation and Community Services Jeff Draper
Chief of Police Mark Lauderback
Planning Director Alicia Velasco
City Clerk Alisha Farnell
City Engineer Nick Mangkalakiri
INVOCATION Charlie Koo, MiracleLand Baptist Church, led the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Shelley Henderson, Cypress resident, led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDA/ CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney reported that the City Council held a Workshop Session regarding two
items listed on the agenda, review of Fiscal Strategies, Reserves, Pension Liabilities and
Pension Trust and Review of Contribution Policy for Non-Profit Organizations and Non-Profit
Grant Award Requests for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25. He further stated that the City
Council received presentations on the two items and no reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
The Planning Director introduced Code Enforcement Officer Herbert Manansala.
The Director of Public Works introduced Associate Engineer Baruc Bravo.
The City Council presented a certificate of recognition to Shelly Henderson and her family.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON AGENDA ITEMS
Marieilen Yarc, Cypress, spoke on behalf of the Cypress Chamber of Commerce regarding
the Presentation item recognizing Shelly Henderson.
Katie Shapiro, Cypress, spoke regarding the Presentation item recognizing Shelley
Henderson and Agenda Item No. 13.
Helen Le (via virtual participation), Cypress, spoke regarding Presentation item recognizing
Shelley Henderson and Agenda Item No. 8.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item No. 1: Site Plan Review, Tentative Parcel Map, and Mitigated Nega''. -
Declaration for the Goodman Commerce Center at 5757 Plaza Drive
Mayor Hertz-Mallari opened the public hearing.
Mayor Hertz-Mallari invited members of the public to speak on this item.
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Bob Youngsma, Cypress, spoke regarding traffic concerns.
Helen Le, Cypress, spoke regarding traffic and environmental concerns.
No further comments were made.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Minikus, and seconded by Council Member Marquez,
to continue the public hearing to April 10, 2023.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez, Peat, Minikus and Hertz-Mallari
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion unless a
Council Member requests separate action on a specific item.
Mayor Pro Tem Minikus stated that Agenda Item No. 12, the Warrant Register, includes
electronic fund transfer No. 12783 for $883.02 as reimbursement for medical coverage he
is entitled to receive as a CaIPERS annuitant. He indicated that in voting for any motion to
approve the Warrant Register, he would not be voting on electronic fund transfer No. 12783
for the reason disclosed.
Council Member Marquez requested to pull Agenda Item No. 8.
A motion was made by Council Member Peat, and seconded by Council Member Burke, to
approve Consent Calendar items No. 2 through 7 and 9 through 12.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez, Peat, Minikus and Hertz-Mallari
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Item No. 2: Receive and File Public Comments Submitted for the March 27, 2023
City Council Meeting
Recommendation: Receive and file submitted public comments.
Item No. 3: Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances and Resolutions Presented for
Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading
Item No. 4: Approve Minutes — Meeting of February 27, 2023 and March 13, 2023
Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
Item No. 5: Approve Purchase of Police Department Gas Masks
Recommendation: Approve the purchase of 70 Police Department gas masks from Curtis
Blue Line for $40,590.47
Item No 6: Award a Contract for Design of the Oak Knoll Park Security
Improvements, Project 331
Recommendation: Award a contract to Triad Consulting Group for the design of Oak Knoll
Park Security Improvements, Projects 331, for $17,160 and authorize a contingency of
$2,600.
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Item No. 7: Approve a Lease and Service Agreement for Smart Waste and
Recycling Trash Cans
Recommendation: Approve a five-year service agreement with Bigbelly Inc. for smart waste
and recycling,trashcans
item No. 9: Receive and File the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress;Repoit,;srlit .
implementation of the Housing Element
Recommendation: Receive and file the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report on the
implementation of the Housing Element.
Item No. 10: Receive and File the Investment Report for the Month Ended February
28, 2023
Recommendation: Receive and file the attached investment report.
Item No. 11: Receive an Update on the Strategic Plan Six-Month Objectives
Recommendation: Receive an update on the Strategic Plan six-month objectives.
Item No. 12: Receive and File Register of Warrants, Transfers, and Wires Issued for
the Period of February 25, 2023 through March 10, 2023
Recommendation: Receive and file the attached payment register summarized below for the
period of February 25, 2023 through March 10, 2023:
• Electronic Funds Transfers 12769 through 12805
• Warrants 61850 through 61949
• Payroll Transfers W1497
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Regarding Item No. 8: First Reading of Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code
to Incorporate City Council approved changes to Agenda Structure
Council Member Marquez commented on this item.
A motion was made by Council Member Marquez to continue the item to the next regular
City Council meeting.
City Council discussion ensued.
The motion made by Council Member Marquez was seconded by Council Member Burke,
to continue the item to the next regular City Council meeting.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez and Minikus
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat and Hertz-Mallari
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
City Council discussion continued.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Minikus, and seconded by Council Member Peat, to
clarify the prior motion voted on and limit the discussion on the continued item.
City Council discussion continued.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat, Minikus and Hertz-Mallari
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke and Marquez
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
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City Council discussion continued.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Minikus, and seconded by Council Member Peat, to
reconsider the first reading of an Ordinance, by title only, amending Sections 2-1 and 2-2,
and subsections thereunder, of the Municipal Code relating to the conduct of City Council
meetings.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez, Peat, Minikus and Hertz-Mallari
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
A motion was made by Mayor Hertz-Mallari, and seconded by Council Member Peat, to
Introduce for first reading an Ordinance, by title only, amending Sections 2-1 and 2-2, and
subsections thereunder, of the Municipal Code relating to the conduct of City Council
meetings with an amendment to section 2-2.15(a)2iii to remove the word "benefit" from
revocation of special privileges.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez, Peat, Minikus and Hertz-Mallari
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
A motion was made by Council Member Marquez, and seconded by Council Member Burke,
to add an item to a future agenda to discuss and provide potential direction on the portions
of Ordinance No. 1193 that were not amended by Item No. 8 on the March 27, 2023 agenda.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Burke, Marquez and Minikus
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat and Hertz-Mallari
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NEW BUSINESS
None.
CONTINUED ITEMS
Item No. 13: Receive an Update from the City Manager and Provide Direction
Regarding the Civility, Conduct, Ethics and Governance Policy
Mayor Hertz-Mallari requested an update from the City Manager.
The City Manager stated there has been no changes since the March 13, 2023 meeting.
City Council discussion ensued.
No action was taken.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Lianne Osendorf, Cypress, spoke regarding Council Members dedication to their job, the
fentanyl crisis, and letting past issues go.
Jose Meza, Buena Park, spoke regarding family history, tress, and wildlife.
Bob Youngsma, Cypress, spoke regarding an article written by Council Member Marquez.
Ed Kraemer(via virtual participation), Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 8 and 13.
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Glenn Button (via virtual participation), Cypress, spoke regarding City Council preparation and
readiness.
Helen Le (via virtual participation), Cypress, thanked the City Council for civility on dais and
spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 8.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND REMARKS
Council Member Marquez:
Attended a graveyard service for a Cypress veteran and resident. Attended the Santa Ana River
Flood Protection Agency executive committee meeting. Spoke regarding emails she received
from Lexington Junior High students.
Council Member Peat:
Attended the Cypress Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast. Attended the Orange
County Sanitation District board meeting. Attended the 2023 Woman of Distinction event hosted
by Congresswoman Michelle Steel. Attended a Chamber of Commerce grand opening event for
Bespoke Dental. Attended an Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District board
meeting. Attended a Boys and Girls Club of Greater Anaheim-Cypress event. Participated in a
ride along with Orange County Fire Authority. Met with Goodman Commerce Center and
received an update on the proposed project.
Council Member Burke:
Thanked everyone who participated in tonight's meeting and the Henderson family for their
service to the community. Attended Bridges at Kraemer Place Community Advisory Board
meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Minikus:
Thanked everyone who participated in tonight's meeting. Spoke regarding his recent trip to
Israel. Responded to public comments made during the March 13, 2023 City Council meeting.
Mayor Hertz-Mallari
Spoke regarding the emails she has received from Lexington Junior High students as part of
their civic action week. Participated in a Mayor's roundtable event hosted by Congresswoman
Michelle Steel. Attended Woman of Distinction events hosted by Congresswoman Michelle
Steel and Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva. Attended a Chamber of Commerce grand
opening event for Bespoke Dental. Met with Goodman Commerce Center and received an
update on the proposed project.
CITY MANAGER REMARKS
Announced the City Council's Special Meeting for strategic planning, the upcoming Citizens
Academy, and the Spring Egg Hunt.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hertz-Mallari adjourned the meeting at 8:18 p.m. to an adjourned Regular Meeting, to be
held on Monday, April 10, 2033, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room.
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