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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
July 13, 1992
The Regular Meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:35
p.m., Monday, July 13, 1992, in the Council Chamber, 5275 Orange Avenue,
Cypress, Mayor Richard Partin presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
ABSENT: None
Also present were Acting City Manager David Barrett, City Attorney Jerry
Patterson and staff members Bacock Bandurraga, DeCarlo Donovan and Storey were
also present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters on the 5:30 P.M. Agenda. No one wished to
speak.
The Acting City Manager stated that the following Award of Contracts for
Council's consideration were those that have limited or no impact on the
General Fund. He also stated that staff is considering a draft policy to be
presented at the next Council meeting for future consideration of capital
outlay and capital projects until the State budget is adopted..
The Recreation and Park Director advised that the award of contract for an
Arts Assessment facilitator was withdrawn but the assessment is being
presented to the various volunteers by the Steering Committee Chairman. The
City Council will receive a report on the contract at its next regular
meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT RENEWAL FOR WEED ABATEMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1992/93:
The Public Works Director presented the staff report dated June 23, 1992,
which indicated that Mr. Edwin Webber had submitted a letter offering to
perform weed abatement work for Fiscal Year 1992/93 under the same
specifications and for the same contract unit prices as he has for the past 13
years. All costs are passed through to the respective property owners, along
with a 35% administrative charge by the City.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson
to approve the award of contract for weed abatement for Fiscal Year 1992/93 to
Edwin Webber, Inc., 8472 Rembrandt Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, for the
same contract unit prices as Fiscal Year 1991/92. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF LEFT
TURN PHASING AT FOUR EXISTING SIGNALS, CITY OF CYPRESS PROJECT N0. 9149: The
staff report dated July 1, 1992, was summarized by the Public Works Director.
The City of Cypress sought proposals for consultant services from five
engineering firms for the design of left turn phasing at four existing
signals. The consultant chosen would prepare a project design report, prepare
the plans/specifications and bid documents for the project and also provide
complete project management and inspection.
Mayor Partin asked if the intersection at Holder and Katella had been reviewed
as he had received complaints from citizens because it is almost impossible to
get onto Katella at noon. The Public Works Director will review and bring
back a report to the Council.
After some discussion on the necessity of proceeding with the project in light
of the State financial crisis, the Acting City Manager clarified that the
monies are Arterial Highway funds approved as part of the County matching fund
program.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson to
award a contract for consultant services to Mohle, Grover and Associates, 901
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E. Imperial Highway, Suite A, La Habra, CA 90631, for design of left turn
phasing at four existing signals as outlined in this report for a fee not to
exceed $32,000. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AWARDING
A_CONTRACT FOR A DETOXIFICATION CFII CONSTRUCTION AT THE CYPRESS POLICE
DEPARTMENT, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9127: The Public Works Director
reviewed the staff report dated June 29, 1992, which indicated that in order
to satisfy State of California Board of Corrections requirements, the Cypress
Police Department has requested that one existing holding cell be converted to
a detoxification cell. Marathon Engineering is the only contractor/supplier
in the country approved by the State Fire Marshal's office to provide and
install the approved floor covering. He requested the Council give
consideration to adopting the plans, design and specifications by Minute
Action rather than by Resolution and award the contract.
The Acting City Manager also noted that "Recommendation" on Items No. 16 and
21 under the Consent Calendar should be changed to Minute Actions rather than
Resolutions in order to reduce paperwork and records storage.
It was moved by Councilmember Nicholson and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
approve the plans, design and specifications for the Detoxification Cell
Construction, Public Works Project No. 9127; for purpose of the immunity
provided by Government Code 830.6; and award a contract to Marathon
Engineering, P.0. Box 310, Mountain Ranch, CA 95246, in the amount of
$4,415.00 to provide and install safety padding to the floor of the proposed
Detoxification Cell, in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS NUTRITION TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT: The
Recreation and Park Director reviewed the staff report dated July 6, 1992,
which reflected a continuation of the Orange County Consolidated
Transportation Services Agency contract providing transportation to Cypress
citizens to the Cypress Nutrition program five days per week. Due to
continued budget cutbacks, the Agency {OCCTSA) is requesting that each City
pay 19.34% of the actual transportation costs for that City.
Responding to Councilmember Kerry, the Recreation and Park Director advised
that the rates have gone up substantially, approximately $6,000 from the
previous year and a meeting on this issue has been scheduled with the Agency.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry that the
City Council, acting as the ex-officio governing Board of Directors for the
Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the transportation contract with
the Orange County Consolidated Transportation Service Agency for the Fiscal
Year 1992-93, at a cost of $11,568.00 payable to OCCTSA for the performance of
the contract.
Councilmember Kerry stated that if transportation is being provided to
residents of other cities, those cities should help alleviate costs. She
asked that a report be provided to the Councilmembers on donations currently
being accepted to subsidize this program.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call voted:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR:
All matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be considered
by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion approving
the recommendations listed on t-he Agenda.
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Councilmember Kerry requested that Item No. 15 be removed from the Consent
Calendar for discussion.
The Acting City Manager reminded the Council that the approval of the plans,
design and specifications for Items No. 16 and 21 would be by Minute Actions
rather than Resolutions.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson
to approve the Consent Calendar Items No. 5 through 22, with the exception of
Item No. 15 and the recommendation changes for Items No. 16 and 21.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Item No. 5: Consideration of Approval of City Council Minutes of the
Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 15, 1992 and the Regular Meeting of June 22,
1992.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of June 15, 1992
and June 22, 1992, as submitted.
Item No. 6: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances and Resolutions
Presented for Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item No. 7: Consideration of Claim Filed by Andrew R. De La Flor, On Behalf
of Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club of Southern California for
Their Insured, Charles Martinez.
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.
Item No. 8: Consideration of Contract Renewal for Looseleaf Supplements With
the Municipal Code Corporation.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the renewal of the contract
with Municipal Code Corporation for looseleaf supplements for the period of
August 1, 1992 through July 31, 1993, under the same terms and conditions of
the current contract.
Item No. 9: Consideration of Design Review Committee's Approval of DRC #92-
20, #92-21, #92-22, #92-23, and #92-25.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 10: Consideration of Change Order No. 3 to the Cypress Senior
Citizens Center Project No. 9033.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 11: Consideration of Acceptance and Assessment for Abatement of
Seasonal and Recurring Weeds for Phase II of the 1991/92 Program.
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Accept the work of weed and
rubbish abatement as being satisfactorily completed in accordance with the
specifications for the work; 2) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as
follows, confirming weed abatement assessments and imposing special
assessments as a lien on the parcels shown on Exhibit "A"; and 3) Approve the
contract cost with Edwin Webber, Inc., 8472 Rembrandt Drive, Huntington Beach,
California 92647, in the amount of $3,368.15.
RESOLUTION N0. 4090
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS CONFIRMING THE
REPORT OF COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES AND IMPOSING SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS AS LIENS ON PARCELS WITHIN THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Item No. 12: Consideration of Promotional Employment List - Police Sergeant.
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Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Promotional
Employment List for the position of Police Sergeant.
Item No. 13: Consideration of Status Report on Installation of a Storm Drain
in Acacia Drive, South of Crescent Avenue, to Eliminate Recurrent Flooding
Problems.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
.Item No. 14: Consideration of Attendance of the City Manager to the
International City Management Association's (ICMA) 78th Annual Conference.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance of the City
Manager to the International City Management Association's (ICMA) 78th Annual
Conference to be held in Reno, Nevada, on September 13-17, 1992, and be
reimbursed for all actual and necessary expenses incurred.
Item No. 16: Consideration of Approval of the Plans, Design and
Specifications for Pavement Rehabilitation Project No. 9110, AHFP No. 1303,
and Project No. 9111, AHFP No. 1304, and Authorize the Mayor to Execute the
Project Administration Agreements With the County of Orange.
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Authorize the Mayor to enter into
the Administration Agreements with the County of Orange for improvements on
Holder Street and Orangewood Avenue; and 2) Approve the Plans, Design, and
Specifications for the pavement rehabilitation of Project No. 9110, AHFP No.
1303, and Project No. 9111, AHFP No. 1304; for purposes of the immunity
provided by Government Code Section 830.6.
Item No. 17: Consideration of Discharge Appeal Status - Richard Schwegman,
Mechanic Fabricator.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 18: Consideration of Additional Appropriation for FY 1991-92 Central
Service Fund.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the appropriation of
$1,430,410 in Account No. 4682-90-658-38 for the purchase of refuse containers
and authorize $1,430,410 budgeted in the proceeds from the Debt Account (1271-
90) in the 1991-92 Fiscal Year.
Recreation & Park District Matters;
Item No. 19: Consideration of New Activity Class.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio Board of
Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the new program
class entitled, "Achieving Your Goals - For the High School Student," as
recommended by the Cypress Recreation and Community Services Commission.
Item No. 20: Consideration of Authorization to File Application to License
the Cypress Recreation and Park District's Extended Day Care Facility Operated
at Swain School.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing
Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, authorize the
Recreation Specialist/Early Childhood Education to file an application to
license the Cypress Recreation and Park District's Extended Day Care facility
operated at Christine Swain School, 5851 Newman Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630.
Item No. 21: Consideration of Approval of the Plans and Specifications for
the Supply and Installation of Play Equipment and Protective Surfacing in
Various City Parks, Public Works Project No. 9213.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing
Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the
Plans and Specifications for the Supply and Installation of Play Equipment and
Protective Surfacing in Various City Parks, Public Works Project No. 9213 for
purposes of the immunity provided by Government Code Section 830.6.
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Item No.22_: Consideration of Amendment to Agreement With Senior Meals and
Services, Inc.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing
Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the
First Amendment to Agreement dated July 1, 1989, between the City of Cypress
and Senior Meals and Services, Inc., to provide nutrition services for the
period of July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1993.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Regarding Item No. 15, Continuation of Consideration of an Ordinance
Implementing the Parking Permit System, Councilmember Kerry expressed her
concern about an individual having to obtain a pass every time they want
overnight parking and suggested some possible modification. Councilmember Age
stated that she has received many calls from residents and they wanted
something less cumbersome and restrictive. Councilmember Kerry suggested
permitting quarterly, every six months or annually, with penalties for abuse.
The City Attorney advised that the essence of the parking permit system would
have to be in the ordinance and it does have to be part of the ordinance to be
enforced.
Councilmember Nicholson asked if there was a way that the RV owners could park
on the street for a limited time without going to the Police Department for a
permit on each occasion.
After further discussion the City Attorney stated that the more ambiguity in
the ordinance, the harder it is to enforce in court, so it has to be specific.
Councilmember Bowman suggested that the Traffic Commission reconsider some of
the perceived difficulties with the parking permit system.
Responding to Councilmember Kerry, the City Attorney replied that a
restriction on height was written into the original ordinance. He stated that
the Traffic Commission took "height" out. The Vehicle Code has a
specification of vehicles over six feet and says cities may regulate vehicles
that are higher than six feet.
Councilmember Kerry suggested that the question of height be reconsidered by
the Traffic Commission.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Bowman to
have the Traffic Commission review the height issue, directed the City
Attorney to draw up some suggestions for their review and reconsider obtaining
a parking permit each time onstreet parking is needed and return to Council at
the July 27 meeting.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ORDINANCES (Second Reading) & RESOLUTIONS:
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age to order
the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to adopt the
Ordinance adopting various building codes.
ORDINANCE N0. 887
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
SECTIONS 5-1 AND 5-2 OF CHAPTER 5 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE, THEREBY
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE FOLLOWING CODES WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS
THERETO: THE 1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, THE 1991
EDITION OF THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, THE 1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM
HOUSING CODE, THE 1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF
QA1~IGER0US BUILDINGS, THE 1991 EDITION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND THE
1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS.
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The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Bowman to
order the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to
adopt the Ordinance adopting by reference the National Electrical Code.
ORDINANCE N0. 888
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS RESCINDING
ORDINANCE N0. 844 AND AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE AND
THEREBY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1990
EDITION, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilmember Nicholson and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
order the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to
adopt the Ordinance adopting various plumbing codes.
ORDINANCE N0. 889
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING CHAPTER
19 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE AND THEREBY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE
FOLLOWING CODES WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS THERETO: THE 1991 EDITION OF
THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, THE 1988 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL
CODE, THE 1988 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM SOLAR ENFRrv CODE, AND THE UNIFORM
PLUMBING CODE MATERIAL AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call, vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson to
adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving CUP No. 92-9.
RESOLUTION N0. 4091
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0. 92-9 - WITH CONDITIONS (BETHANY MANOR
DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING CENTER, 5950 LAKESHORE DRIVE).
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson to
order the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows and to
adopt the Ordinance amending the Business Tax Payment and Schedule.
ORDINANCE N0. 890
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING SECTION
15-13 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS BY REPEALING SECTION 15-13 (B)
(4), (PRORATION OF BUSINESS TAX PAYMENT), AND AMENDING SECTION 15-30
INCREASING THE BUSINESS TAX RATE SCHEDULE.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Partin recessed the meeting at 6:13 p.m. to enable the
Council to enter Closed Session. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present. Also present were Acting City Manager David Barrett,
City Attorney Jerry Patterson and staff members Bacock, Bandurraga, DeCarlo,
Donovan, Eynon and Storey.
7:30 P.M. SESSION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The pledge was led by Mayor Pro Tem Age.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Partin presented the Certificate of Appointment to Mrs. Grace Crow, the
newly-appointed alternate to the Senior Citizens Commission.
Ms. Sheila Elkin, Chairman of this year's Festival Committee, presented the
Councilmembers with mementos of the 1992 Cypress Community Festival. Mayor
Partin mentioned some of the events occurring during Festival Week.
Lt. Col. Ghormley of the Los Alamitos Armed Forces Reserve Center and
Airfield, advised the Council on the part that the Disaster Support area at
the airfield played in the recent civil disturbance in Los Angeles. He
thanked the City of Cypress for their support. Mayor Partin asked if any
interested Councilmembers could participate in helicopter flyovers conducted
by the reserve center and Lt. Col. Ghormley responded positively.
The Acting City Manager summarized the actions taken by the Council during the
5:30 p.m. portion of the meeting.
The City Attorney reported on discussion held during Closed Session on three
litigation matters: current issues at the Boys and Girls Club, moratorium on
churches and the Santa Ana case involving residential overcrowding.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the 7:30 p.m. Agenda.
Mr. Steve Kim, 6381 Ball Road, Cypress, stated he was present on behalf of JA
Church regarding the moratorium on churches. He had been working on plans and
drawings for the retail strip that they planned to build on the site and he
proceeded to explain the drawing.
The City Attorney advised that this matter was on the Agenda for the last
meeting, it was not on tonight's Agenda and Council cannot act on an item that
is not on the Agenda.
Mr. Kim asked for an explanation as to why they were not on the Agenda for
tonight. He advised that a letter had been received from the City explaining
that their church will not be exempt from the moratorium and they came to the
meeting to tell the Council why they should be exempt.
Mr. Christopher Pak, 3251 W. 6th Street, Los Angeles, believed that some of
the major factors for the moratorium were parking and noise.
Mayor Partin reiterated that the church was in the moratorium and that, at
this time, the Council cannot consider the project plans of any churches on
commercial property in the City.
After some discussion and explanation, Councilmember Age stated that the
parking is only one issue, the City is looking at the entire General Plan and
the compatibility of churches in commercial zones, which is the purpose of the
moratorium.
The City Attorney stated that the urgency moratorium has been declared and
there is no appeals process.
The Planning Director clarified that the church's application was being sent
back without being processed by the City, it was made clear that the
application had been reviewed by the City Attorney's office and they couldn't
file an application.
Reverend Hang Shim, JA Church Senior Pastor, explained the submission of his
application for a permit for church use on the site and asked that the Council
review the situation again.
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Responding to Councilmember Kerry, the Planning Director replied the church
wouldn't know about a moratorium until it was called, nor would anyone else.
After some discussion, Councilmember Nicholson stated that when an escrow is
entered into, a clause is written into the contract that the escrow closes
contingent upon receiving the conditional use permit from the City.
Mr. Sae Chung, 10435-D W. Briar Oaks Drive, Stanton, broker for the property,
stated that there was no mistake and he wanted to be heard tonight.
Councilmember Nicholson announced that there were three exchange students from
Switzerland in the audience. The students introduced themselves to the
Council.
Ms. Beulah Dumagan, parent of a student at St. Irenaeus Catholic School in
Cypress and on behalf of that school, thanked and commended the City and the
Police Department on the effectiveness of the D.A.R.E. program.
Mr. John Shim, 15404 Gramercy P1., Gardena, a member of the congregation of
the JA Church, explained that the property that they purchased was unsightly
and they have cleaned it up. He had presented a letter from his friend,
Pastor Brad Brinson. He asked the Council to reconsider and review their
situation.
ORAL COMMUNI-aTTnNS; For Clarification of Matters on the 7:30 P.M. Agenda.
Mr. Carl Eriksen, 5832 Crestview Circle, La Palma, requested moving up the
item on Charitable Contributions. The Mayor indicated that they had a full
agenda and could not move this item up.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUB IC HEARING RE• CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
N0. 92-8 AND VARIANCE N0. 92-2, FOUR UNIT APARTM NT BUILDING, LA SALLE STREETT
SOUTH OF GRACE AVENUE; Mayor Partin declared the public hearing open. The
Planning Director presented the staff report dated July 6, 1992, which
represented a request to construct a four unit apartment building located on
La Salle Street south of Grace Avenue. It also included a request for a
variance of the Cypress Zoning Ordinance to allow a reduced sideyard setback
on the north side of the site. According to the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act, this project is considered to be exempt,
Class 3.
It is important to note the reduced setback for the garages would not
adversely affect the property adjacent to the north.
Notices of the public hearing were published, posted and mailed to all
property owners within a 300 foot radius. To date, staff has received no
comments on the project.
Mr. James D. Glenn, 507 19th Street, Huntington Beach, property owner,
explained the reason for the carports and, due to the narrowness of the
property, this was the best plan.
Mayor Partin asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the project. No
one spoke.
The Mayor asked if there was opposition to the application.
Mr. Jim Mossman, 8652 La Salle Street, Cypress, stated he was the preschool
property owner, objected to the overcrowding in the area and opposed the
granting of the variance.
The Planning Director clarified that if the variance is not granted, there
will be a frontage with less greenery and if the variance were denied, the
project still would meet the City code.
There was further discussion on the possibility of converting the carport to a
garage, Councilmember Kerry suggested that option be reviewed and brought back
to Council.
Mr. Aaron Cole, 8672 La Salle Street, Cypress, spoke in opposition to granting
the variance.
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No one else wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the application.
The applicant agreed to the continuance of this issue.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson to
continue this item to the meeting of July 27, 1992. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
rnN~TnFRaTrnN OF PUBLIC HEARING RE• AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE NO 92-4.
SECTION 15 - SIGNS: Mayor Partin opened the public hearing. The Planning
Director summarized the staff report dated June 24, 1992, which provided an
amendment to Section 15. Signs of the Cypress Zoning Ordinance. The Ordinance
has been revised and updated based on Council's suggestions received during
workshop session. She mentioned that she had received a phone call from Peter
Brynd who called on behalf of the Cypress Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber
Board will be reviewing the amendment more thoroughly at their meeting on July
16, 1992, requested that no action be taken on this issue at this time and
that the public hearing be continued to August 10, 1992. The Planning
Director introduced Mr. Ron Pflugrath, Urban Design Studio, Newport Beach, who
conducted a verbal and slide presentation of the proposed sign ordinance.
Councilmember Bowman requested consideration of modification to a monument
sign with only two tenants and the name of center.
Councilmember Kerry requested consideration of the requirement for street
numbers on certain signs. She expressed concern regarding two large signs on
a small site and she urged the survey be performed prior to adopting the
ordinance to determine how many signs are nonconforming.
The City Attorney clarified that those signs affected by the new ordinance
would be nonconforming signs, not illegal signs. The survey for illegal and
abandoned signs would probably be a very small percentage and State law calls
for the study to be done after the enactment of the law.
Councilmember Nicholson asked if there were any prohibition against real
estate pennants that are only flown during an open house because the real
estate industry as well as the sellers would have a problem. The Planning
Director stated that they would be prohibited as the code now exists.
Councilmember Bowman asked if a retail center remodel would affect the
signage. He suggested that the items discussed on this proposed ordinance be
provided to the Chamber of Commerce.
Councilmember Age suggested that a meeting be arranged with the Chamber, with
the Planning Director in attendance, to answer any questions and obtain
information for the Council.
Mayor Partin asked if anyone wished to address this issue, either in support
of or opposition to the proposed ordinance amendment.
Mr. David Johnston, 6525 Orangewood Avenue, Cypress, objected to the realtors
placing flags and signs on the Manzanita Park grounds across from his house.
He asked the Council to address that issue.
No one else wished to speak to this issue.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Merry to
continue this item to the August 10 meeting. The motion unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Mayor Partin recessed the meeting at 9:45 p.m. and reconvened at
10:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF RESIDENT SURVEY IN REGARD TO THE INSTALLATION
OF A BRIDGE ON HOLDER STREET OVER TH STANTON CHANN The Acting City
Manager, David Barrett, noted that a letter had been received today from Nancy
Rausch speaking against opening Holder Street to vehicular traffic. The
Public Works Director then presented the staff report dated June 29, 1992,
which indicated the Council had discussed considering possible sources of
funding for the construction of a pedestrian bridge on Holder Street over the
Stanton Channel. Also mentioned was the possibility of installing a bridge
over the channel that would accommodate both vehicles and pedestrians. It was
suggested that the survey include options that suit the area. Council ~ _
requested that the Traffic Commission prepare a survey for their review on the
opening of Holder Street. The Traffic Commission wanted mentioned in the
cover letter that there will be a negative impact to the residents who live
directly adjacent to Holder Street due to the increased traffic. They also
discussed the possible areas to be surveyed. A letter has been received from
Mr. Steve Oakley, 6323 Anguilla Avenue, Cypress, regarding the completion of
the Holder Street bridge. He stated that while he was a member of the Cypress
Transportation Advisory Committee, the opening of Holder Street was discussed
extensively. One of the recommended mitigating measures for alleviating
congestion at the intersection of Valley View Street and Katella Avenue will
be the opening of Warland Drive, which will serve as a bypass road for this
intersection.
Councilmember Bowman requested that the opening of Warland Drive be expedited
by the Public Works Department and opened as soon as possible.
Responding to Councilmember Kerry, Traffic Engineer Keith Carter replied that
one of the members of the Business Park had expressed a desire for a
pedestrian bridge.
Councilmember Bowman clarified that the Business Park did write a letter to
the Council about the possibility of a pedestrian bridge.
After additional discussion, Councilmember Bowman mentioned that some day
Holder Street would be opened.
Ms. Cheryl Greenough, 11452 Holder Street, Cypress, spoke against the opening
of Holder Street because of the danger to children attending the nearby
elementary schools.
Mr. Richard Price, 11350 Holder Street, Cypress, stated that people in the
south part of the City feel neglected and their support comes from the City of
Garden Grove. He mentioned dropping property values if the street is opened
and he didn't believe money should be wasted on a survey.
Mr. Jack Kates, 6505 Jaluit Street, Cypress, expressed the opinion that nobody
in the south of the City wants Holder Street opened. He stated that Holder
Street will never go through.
Ms. Catherine Standiford, 11460 Holder Street, Cypress, voiced opposition to
both a vehicular bridge and a pedestrian walkway and opening Holder Street.
Opening Holder would bring increased noise and decreased safety. She urged
the Council to drop the matter of the opening of Holder Street.
Mr. George Seufert, 6600 Fichot Way, Cypress, mentioned all the factors that
needed to be considered and any opening of Holder would have to be a long
range project that extends for miles to make the street drivable.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
receive and file the staff report. Councilmember Bowman stated he would
support the motion and again requested staff to open Warland Drive right away.
Councilmember Nicholson stated she was opposed to opening Holder Street when
the issue was first brought up and she is still opposed to it. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS TO COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS:
The Acting City Manager reviewed the staff report dated July 8, 1992, which
indicated this matter had been continued from earlier meetings. In addition,
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on June 26, 1992, a request for funding was received from the Cypress High
School Academic Boosters Club. He also mentioned the request from a member of
the Cypress Pops Orchestra Board of Directors earlier in the evening to
discuss that issue.
Mr. Carl Eriksen, 5832 Crestview Circle, La Palma, representing the Cypress
Pops Orchestra, thanked the Council for their past support and he asked for
some indication from Council on what impact the budget crises would be on
their request. It is their objective to hold the concert that had been
planned for July 18, but direction would be welcome from the Council as to
planning for future concerts.
Responding to Councilmember Age, the Recreation and Park Director, advised
that the proposed budget allots $7,500 to the Pops Orchestra for the Youth
Concert.
Councilmember Age stated that if there is a long term budget problem, she will
not approve any money at all for any outside organization that is
entertainment-based.
Councilmember Bowman suggested that Council might want to wait until next
meeting before approving any grants to outside organization until the State
has adopted their budget so the City will know exactly how they will be
impacted.
Councilmember Nicholson stated she would recommend approving $3,000 to the
Cypress Pops because of the short time frame. Councilmember Age advised she
would not support a $3,000 contribution.
Councilmember Kerry commented that she would not be opposed to supporting a
$1,500 contribution for this concert. Councilmember Age would support a
$1,500 contribution with the understanding that any future contributions would
depend on the outcome of the State budget.
Councilmember Bowman advised that $1,500 is an appropriate amount for this
specific concert.
It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Age to
contribute $1,500 to the Cypress Pops Orchestra immediately. Mayor Partin
remarked that during these times, people turn to entertainment and the
citizens of Cypress deserve these concerts. In addition, the City is also
contributing in-kind services to the concerts. The motion unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSI~[ERATION OF FIRE SERVICES TASK FORCE - FINAL REPORT: The Personnel
Director summarized the Fire Service Task Force report dated July 6, 1992,
which included a complete set of task force actions including the votes on the
motions relating to Council questions and a brief summary of the actions were
provided, along with alternatives. Representatives were present from the Task
Force, the Orange County Fire Department and Citizens for Adequate Fire
Protection. The Personnel Director then read the questions and the responses
to those questions provided by the Fire Services Task Force.
Members of the Orange County Fire Department responded to questions from
Council on response times, Garden Grove Fire Department, levels of service,
and backup for volunteer stations.
The Personnel Director provided estimated costs for a paramedic van unit and a
paramedic assessment engine.
Chief Prather mentioned they have been attempting paramedic assessment
engine's inclusion into the system. He stated that they do provide a
quarterly report to the City Manager listing all the activities occurring in
the City. He described a new quarterly report and volunteered to provide a
draft report to the Council for their feedback.
Chief Prather stated that they concurred only with the Task Force
recommendation of the paramedic assessment engine.
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Battalion Chief Kevin Brame, remarked that the response time for the paramedic
units that serve the City of Cypress were found to be well within the
standards for Advanced Life Support Response.
After additional questions and answers, Councilmember Nicholson asked to hear
from some members of the task force.
Mr. Raymond Wozniak, 4480 Avenida Granada, Cypress, stated that the basic life
support was the system that the Task Force was attempting to improve by
another paramedic unit. His concern was the increase in utilization of the
Garden Grove fire department and he didn't believe that the northwest section
was understaffed. He favored a paramedic assessment engine and a smaller task
force.
Ms. Verna Dodson expressed her concern for good medical care for the senior
citizens. She stated that there were too many people on the task force.
Mr. Brian Sunley stated he did not believe that the northwest corner received
the same response time and that is the reason it was suggested the paramedic
assessment engine was suggested for the La Palma station. He remarked that a
task force of five and perhaps one alternate, meeting once every three months,
would be sufficient.
Chief Chip Prather advised that Council might wish to direct the Orange County
Fire Department to continue with their study and report back on the
performance of the paramedic assessment engine to see if it makes a difference
before any funds are committed. If a study is done, it will done with
existing savings in funds.
After further discussion, Mayor Partin suggested that if there is to be a
small task force, that they meet annually to review Fire Department data.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
continue the Council meeting beyond the hour of 11:30 p.m. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Mr. Craig Campbell voiced two concerns: an additional. paramedic van unit in
Cypress and the response times of the volunteer station. He stated that
another unit is essential to the City and after the budget crises, it can be
addressed.
Councilmember Age suggested that the 911 number be monitored because it takes
so long for a call to be transferred from one area to another. Councilmember
Kerry concurred. She urged the Fire Department to resolve the communications
difficulties.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
approve the following recommendations: (C) that the City continue a task
force, limited to no more than five members, to work with the Orange County
Fire Department on fire related problems and recommendations, and work as a
liaison between the City Council and the Orange County Fire Department; and
(D) that the Orange County Fire Department convert engine 13 (La Palma) to a
paramedic assessment engine (which entails changing one of three firefighters
to a Paramedic) and encourage them to start their study. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
The Council Members commended the Fire Services Task Force for their efforts.
Councilmember Kerry suggested that the current Task Force members be polled to
determine who would be interested in participating on the smaller Task Force.
Mayor Partin directed the Personnel Director to call the current members.
Regarding the Continuation of Consideration of Contributions to Community
Organizations, the Acting City Manager reminded the Council that an action
needed to be taken on the other contributions not addressed by Council.
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It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
continue this item to the meeting of July 27, 1992. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON
ORANGE AVENUE BETWEEN DENNI STREET AND SOMERSET LANE: The Public Works
Director reviewed the staff report dated June 23, 1992, which outlined
requests received from the Cypress High School Athletic and Band Booster Clubs
for modifications to the existing parking restrictions on Orange Avenue
between Denni Street and Somerset Lane. After reviewing the requested parking
modifications, Staff made their recommendations which would result in the
accommodation of 45 on-street parking spaces. Prior to the Traffic Commission
meeting, the Booster Club representatives met with the Lexington School
representatives to determine if any additional parking could be accommodated
onsite. After reviewing the existing parking area, it was determined they
could accommodate an additional 38 spaces, bringing the total onsite parking
spaces to approximately 105. The combination of the Staff recommended
modifications to the existing onstreet parking restrictions, coupled with the
additional onsite parking, would bring the total parking for the area up to
approximately 150 parking spaces. The Traffic Commission discussed these
recommendations with the Booster Club representatives and they felt these
modifications would provide adequate parking for the bingo operations.
Mr. Gerald Elftman, President of the Cypress High School Band Boosters, 4161
Paseo de Oro, Cypress, explained how the additional parking spaces were
obtained and they were planning to move to the Lexington Junior High School
facility the weekend of August 22, 1992. He will begin notifying all affected
parties very soon.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
approve the following parking modifications:
1. Modify the existing "One Hour Parking 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sundays and
Holidays excluded" area, which exists on the northside of Orange Avenue
between the easterly and westerly driveways of Lexington Junior High
School parking area to include Saturdays;
2. Modify the existing "No Parking 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. except Sunday" area,
which exists on the northside of Orange Avenue between the westerly
driveway of Lexington Junior High School parking area and Somerset Lane
to include Saturdays;
3. Change the existing "No Parking Anytime" area on the northside of Orange
Avenue from the point twenty-five (25) east of the easterly driveway of
Lexington Junior High School to the point one hundred and forty-five
(145) feet east to a "No Parking 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. except Saturday and
Sundays" area; and
4. Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, providing the
installation of thirty (30) feet of "No Parking Anytime" areas adjacent
to the existing fire hydrants on the northside of Orange Avenue between
Denni Street and Somerset Lane.
RESOLUTION N0. 4092
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ESTABLISHING "NO
PARKING ANYTIME" AREAS ADJACENT TO THE EXISTING FIRE HYDRANTS ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF ORANGE AVENUE BETWEEN DENNI STREET AND SOMERSET LANE.
The motion unanimously carried by following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF ZONING DETERMINATION FOR DAY CARE CENTERS AS A PERMITTED USE
IN THE BUSINESS PARK, SUBJECT TO A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: The Planning
Director stated that she had just discussed this item with the City Attorney
and staff is requesting a continuation.
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Councilmember Kerry requested that the Cypress School District be advised of
discussions on providing for day care centers in the Business Park.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
continue this item to the meeting of July 27, 1992. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF REPORT RELATIVE TO CITY FUEL ISLAND FACILITY: The Acting
City Manager presented the staff report dated June 23, 1992, which indicated
Staff had attached information to update the City Council on the status of the
City fuel facility. Included in the report are an executive summary,
expenditure report covering the period of fiscal years 1984/1985 through
1991/1992, chronology of major events and the remaining work that needs to be
done at the facility.
The Public Works Director reported that the soil has been tested, the City is
working with the County on the disposal of the material and he believed
completion of the project was near.
It was moved by Councilmember Nicholson and seconded by Councilmember Bowman
to receive and file the staff report. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF REPORT RELATIVE TO CITY REFUELING OPERATION OF THE CITY FUEL
FACILITY VERSUS PRIVATE FUEL FACILITY: The Public Works Director summarized
the staff report dated June 23, 1992, which presented an economic and
operational analysis of the advantages/disadvantages of utilizing a private
gasoline station for refueling versus the existing City facility. From an
economic standpoint, there is an estimated savings of $127,212 per year
utilizing the existing fuel island. The major savings are in travel time from
the City Public Works Corporation Yard to the private gas station.
It was moved by Councilmember Nicholson and seconded by Councilmember Bowman
to receive and file the report relative to the refueling operation of the City
fuel facility versus the private fuel facility. The motion unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE ORDER EXECUTION PROCEDURE: The Public Works Director
reviewed the staff report dated June 23, 1992, which described the current
City policy relative to the change order execution procedure. Prior approval
requires a number of signatures which make it difficult to keep the project
going in the field. On recent contracts, situations have been encountered
where, in order to keep from having to pay for contractor delay time, "field
orders" have been issued authorizing and directing the contractor to
accomplish certain extra work. Staff needs some latitude with respect to
authorization of extra work if delay costs are to be kept to a minimum.
The Finance Director stated that the standard practice in cities would be to
have someone else sign the change order other than the Public Works Director
to verify that there is a budget and the proper accounting procedures have
been followed.
The City Attorney advised that "not to exceed" should replace "of the base
amount of contract, or" in the recommendation.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Nicholson to authorize
the Director of Public Works/City Engineer to approve contract change orders
up to 10%, not to exceed $50,000 in the aggregate, with monthly reports to the
City Council. Prior to the approach of the upper aggregate limit, or where
changes can be anticipated in advance, a report to Council would be prepared
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with the City Manager's concurrence for Council approval. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vcte:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER - CONSTRUCTION PHASE BUDGET: The
Public Works Director summarized the staff report dated June 23, 1992, which
suggested that, along with the Council's approval of the policy change on
contract change orders, a construction phase budget should also be approved by
the City Council to be utilized for management of the project.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to
approve the construction phase budget for the senior citizens center project
in the amount of $2,371,628. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL TAX LEVY FOR THE 1992-93 FISCAL YEAR WITHIN COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT N0. 1 (SORRENTO HOMES) OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS: The City
Attorney presented the staff report dated July 7, 1992, which explained the
formation of the Community Facilities District No. 1. (CFD). Additionally,
the City Council determined the necessity for the City to incur bonded
indebtedness and authorized the levy of a special tax within the District.
The California Government Code requires that the City annually pass a
Resolution for the levy of the special tax for each year such tax is levied.
Consequently, this is an appropriate time for the City, acting as the
legislative body of CFD No. 1 to adopt such annual resolution and file such
lists with the County Auditor.
Responding to Councilmember Kerry, the Finance Director stated that the rates
for both of the zones are approximately $300 to $350 more than they were last
year. The reason being that last year some capitalized interest was included
in the issuance to offset the first year's cost.
Councilmember Age stated that she would abstain from voting because of her
employer's relationship, Bank of America, to the Sorrento Homes project.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Nicholson
that the City Council, acting as the legislative body of CFD No. 1 (Sorrento
Homes) adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, authorizing the
levy of a special tax for fiscal year 1992-93 within the District.
RESOLUTION N0. 4093
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA,
ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT N0. 1
(SORRENTO HOMES) OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE
LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX FOR FISCAL YEAR 1992-93 WITHIN SUCH COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAINED: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age
CONSIDERATION OF PRESS RELEASE FOR THE FORMATION OF THE HEARING BODY/BOARD
COMMITTEE FOR NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES, SCREENING, PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
AND SIGNS: The Planning Director presented the staff report dated June 29,
1992, which indicated that the City Council was empowered to appoint a Hearing
Body/Board for the purpose of determining nonconforming uses, structures,
screening, performance standards and signs. Submitted for the Council's
consideration was the proposed press release, which requested those citizens
interested in being considered members of the Hearing Body/Board Committee to
submit an application. The press release further stated the objectives and
purpose for the formation of this Hearing Body/Board. Staff will return to
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Council for consideration and appointment of the Hearing Body/Board Committee
from those applications received.
Councilmember Kerry suggested that the news release be published in the
Cypress City Newsletter for more coverage and asked if publication could be
delayed until the next Newsletter
The City Attorney advised that, legally, the announcement would have to be
published in both the newspaper and the newsletter.
Mayor Partin suggested that announcement be published in the newspaper at the
time the City Newsletter is printed, holding the formation of the hearing body
open until after the news release.
It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to delay
publishing the news release until the next Cypress City Newsletter was
printed. The Planning Director clarified that after publication, it would be
advertised for a 30 day period. The motion unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS N0. 51556 -
51821: It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember
Kerry to approve the Warrants No. 51556 through 51821 in the amount of
$1,221,151.34. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Bowman, Kerry, Nicholson and Partin
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: Mayor Partin recessed the meeting at 12:40 a.m. to enable the Council
to convene as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. The meeting reconvened at
12:45 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
ORAL CO MUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. No one wished to speak.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. None were presented.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Partin adjourned the meeting at 12:45 a.m.
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK F THE C OF CYPRESS
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