Minutes 98-11-09CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF CYPRESS
November 9, 1998
CITY COUNCIL -- Second reading of Ordinance adjusting Council compensation
CITY COUNCIL -- Cont of restrictions re outside employment
CIVIC THEATER -- Approv of installation of heating & air conditioning
COMMENDATION -- Reso commending Eagle Scout Michael Freed
CUP 98-18/TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15698 ~ Request to cons 19 units on Moody
CUP 98-20 ~ P/H to establish a Ryder Truck Rental Facility at 5552~5592 Lincoln Ave
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE ~ Permit No. 98-38 req to add a second unit at 4891 Grace
FINANCE DEPT ~ Execution of Promissory Notes
FINANCE DEPT ~ Apprv of Warrants No. 34599-34821
FINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE -- Adoption of Administrative Policies
LINCOLN AVE SPECIFIC PLAN~Gen Plan Amend/zone change 98-3/zoning code amend 98-2
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ORDINANCE ~ Continuation of P/H re proposed revisions
POLICE DEPThConsulting for a Police Srvcs Study of the Cypress PD
PROCLAMATION ~ Proclaiming Nov 23-29, 1998 as "Family Week"
PUBLIC WORKS~Cont of adoption of PW policy
SIGNS--Permit No. 98-36 install of new sign for Los Alamitos Race Course
STREETS~App of proj resurfacing of residential Streets PW Proj No 9826
STREETS--Accep of seal coating the residential streets & proposal No 9798-13
TAXICAB FRANCHISE ~ P/H re application from Rainbow Express Cab Co
TREE ~ Request to remove parkway tree at 9144 Evergreen Drive
VARIANCE NO. 98-6 ~ P/H request to allow existing satellite dish at 5794 Maxson Dr
WEEDS--Accep of the abatement of weeds & adoption of Resoolution
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ZONE CHANGE NO. 98-1 - DEVELOP AGREEMENT--Cont P/H on development on Gay & Denni 7-10
MINUTES OFA REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
November 9, 1998
The Regular Meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m.,
Monday, November 9, 1998 at the Emergency Operations Center (E.O.C.) at the
Maintenance Yard, 5285 Cypress Street, Cypress, with Mayor Pro Tem Keenan
presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan and Piercy
Mayor Jones
Also present were Chief Hensley, Lt. Idom, Community Services Officer Denise
Thomas, and staff members Christoffels and Liu.
WORKSHOP SESSION: Tour of the Emergency Operations Center (E.O.C.)
Chief Hensley welcomed the Council to the Emergency Operations Center and gave a
brief overview of the Center. He then turned it over to CSO Thomas who further
reviewed the structure of the EOC.
RECESS: Mayor Pro Tem Keenan recessed the Meeting at 5:20 p.m., to allow the
Council to continue the meeting in the Board Room, located at the west wing of the City
Hall.
The meeting reconvened at 5:34 p.m., with all Councilmembers present.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy and Jones
None
Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, staff members Angus, Storey, Liu
and Mariscal. Also present was Kathy Head, Consultant from Keyset Marston
Associates.
Prior to entering into Closed Session the City Attorney requested to add a closed
session item as it necessitated immediate action by the City Council.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to
add closed session item Almeyda v. The City of Cypress. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CLOSED SESSION: The City Council entered into Closed Session at 5:35 p.m. to
discuss the agendized items presented.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
The meeting reconvened at 7:00 p.m., with all Councilmembers present.
Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, staff members Angus, Christoffels,
Storey, DeCarlo, Hensley and Liu.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was led by Girl Scout Troop No. 1457.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Jones presented a Resolution commending Eagle Scout Michael David Freed.
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REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION/WORKSHOP AGENDA
The City Manager reported that the City Council, at 5:00 p.m., toured the Emergency
Operation Center which is used in the event of a natural disaster.
The City Attorney reported that the City Council held three closed session items, two of
which were listed on the agenda. Prior to entering into closed session, the City Council
unanimously voted to add an additional closed session item, at the request of the City
Attorney. The City Council first met in closed session under the authority, conferred
upon by Government Code 54956.8, to confer with its real property negotiator with
respect to the potential land values for three sites which are identified as the:
Southeast Corner of Lincoln and Valley View, Southeast Corner of Lincoln and Denni,
Southwest Corner of Lincoln and Moody. The Redevelopment Agency received
privileged and confidential assessment of land values from its consultant. The City
Council unanimously voted to receive and file the report of the consultant and staff was
directed to follow through with respect to certain items and report back at a future
Council Meeting to be determined. The second Closed Session was held under the
authority, conferred upon by Government Code Section 54956.95, to consider a
liability claim brought by Sean Michael David Ruggeri, in the amount of approximately
$350.00. The Council directed that this claim be denied, with one member of the
Council dissenting, being Councilmember Piercy. The added closed session item
involves the litigation entitled Almeyda v. The City of Cypress.
The City Attorney indicated that a mandatory settlement conference on this existing
litigation was held, which resulted in a potential settlement. The City Council
unanimously granted that settlement authority. The terms and conditions of that
settlement will be made public, if accepted by the plaintiff, and once it is documented
in a formal settlement agreement.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE-HALF HOUR
Joyce Bakar spoke against a proposal for a car wash at the corner of Valley View and
Cerritos. Mayor Jones informed Ms. Bakar that the City Council was not aware of a
proposal being submitted and asked staff to inform the new Councilmembers on the
background of this issue.
Jay McCall also spoke in opposition of a car wash on Valley View and Cerritos. He also
thanked Mayor Jones, Councilmembers Carroll and Bowman for their services during
their tenure in the Council.
The City Manager indicated that he is not aware of a car wash proposal and, if
presented, it would be considered by the Council as a Conditional Use Permit. The City
Manager directed staff to contact Mr. McCall and Joyce Bakar and to notify them when
this item is presented to the City Council.
Ms. Angus stated that they have not received a formal application but they have
suggested to the applicant to hold a community meeting, which they have agreed to.
Mayor Jones announced that the Cypress Web Site is now available and provided the
address to the community. She also directed staff to post the address on the
Community Billboard.
The Mayor announced that Frank McCoy, Mike McGill and Lydia Sondhi were the new
elected Councilmembers. She indicated that some newspapers had printed different
information, which was incorrect.
AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
APPROVAL OF PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 1998-99
RESURFACING OF RESIDENTIAL STREETS, PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. 9826:
The City Manager asked the Public Works Director to present the item which is a
project that consists primarily of removal and replacement of damaged concrete curb
and gutter, and construction of an asphalt concrete overlay. The project will resurface
various residential streets, shown on a map presented as part of the agenda report.
Bid opening was held on October 20, 1998 and a total of eight bids were received.
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Staff recommended the award of contract to the lowest responsible bidder, All
American Asphalt, in the amount of $652,777.34. Mr. Christoffels indicated that they
would like to commence the project immediately in hope of finishing before the rainy
season.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to
1) Approve the specifications for Project No. 9826 2) Determine the lowest
responsible bidder for Public Works Project No. 9826 to be All American Asphalt, P.O.
Box 2229, Corona, California 91718-2229; and 3) Award a contract for 1998-99
Resurfacing of Residential Streets in the amount of $718,055.07 (award amount of
$652,777.34 plus ten percent contingency) to All American Asphalt. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS CONSULTING FOR A
POLICE SERVICES STUDY OF THE CYPRESS POLICE DEPARTMENT.
Police Chief Hensley presented the item which was a request to award a contract to
Organizational Effectiveness Consulting, to facilitate the Police Services Study. During
the Fiscal Year 1998/1999 budget discussions, it was determined that a Police Services
Study was needed to examine the operational and administrative practices of the
Police Department, in an effort to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Staff solicited
proposals from 12 consulting firms with experience in conducting these studies. Four
consulting firms resubmitted proposals.
The Firm of Organizational Effectiveness Consulting was selected to conduct the study
based on their written proposal, references and interview by the City Manager and the
Police Chief and the low bid. Staff recommended that the City Council award the
contract to Organizational Effectiveness Consulting for the Police Services Study, not
to exceed $33,250.00
In responding to Mayor Pro Tern Keenan about the other companies offering different
services, Police Chief Hensley stated that the proposals were essentially the same, the
difference was the amount of research that the firms did to see what was available in
the area of funding for this project. The Chief reported that they are still under the
budgeted amount.
Chief Hensley indicated that this is an item for the Strategic Plan, as part of one of the
goals and objectives and is pleased to report that the time line is going to be achieved.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to
award the contract to Organizational Effectiveness Consulting for the Police Services
Study, not to exceed $33,250.00. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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 the Agenda.
Councilmember Piercy pulled item # 3 Motion to approve City Council Minutes of
October 26, 1998, Mayor Pro Tem Keenan pulled item # 8 Approval of Design Review
Committee Permit No. 98-36, Installation of a New Freestanding Sign for the Los
Alamitos Race Course, Located at 4961 Katella Avenue, and Councilmember Carroll
pulled item # 10 Adoption of Administrative Policies as Recommended by the Finance
Review Committee.
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It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to
approve the Consent Calendar Items No. 3-11, with the exception of Items No. 3, 8 and
10. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Item No. 4: Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances and Resolutions
Presented for Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item No. 5: Proclaiming November 23 - 29, 1998, as "Family Week" in the City of
Cypress.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim the week of
November 23-29, 1998, as "Family Week" in the City of Cypress.
Item No. 6: Acceptance of the Abatement of Seasonal and Recurring Weeds for Phase
I of the 1998/99 Program and Adoption of Resolution Confirming the Assessments.
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; and 2) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, confirming weed
abatement assessments and imposing special assessments as a lien on the parcels
listed on Exhibit "A"; and 3) Approve the contract cost with Gardner Tractor Service,
10552 Chestnut Avenue, Stanton, Ca 90680, in the amount of $8,151.62.
RESOLUTION NO. 5028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CONFIRMING THE
REPORT OF COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE, DIRT, AND
PUBLIC NUISANCES AND IMPOSING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AS LIENS ON PARCELS
WITHIN THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Item No. 7: Acceptance of Seal Coating the Residential Streets, North of Orangewood
Avenue, South of the Stanton Channel, East of Holder Street and West of Knott Street,
Request for Proposal No. 9798-13.
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Accept the Seal Coating of the Residential
Streets in Cypress Village, Request for Proposal No. 9798-13, as being satisfactorily
completed in substantial conformance with the project specifications; 2) Approve the
final retention payment of $2,800.00 to Mission Paving and Sealing, Inc., 815 E.
Commercial Avenue, San Gabriel, CA 91776, 35 days after the Notice of Completion is
filed if no claims or objections have been filed, upon the Director of Public Works'
concurrence; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond
and the Faithful Performance Bond upon expiration of the required lien period, if no
claims or objections have been filed, upon the concurrence of the Director of Public
Works.
Item No. 9: Approval of Design Review Committee Permit No. 98-38, Request to Add a
Second Unit on the Property Located 4891 Grace Avenue.
Recommendation: Based on the analysis presented in the report, staff recommends
that the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving
Design Review Committee Permit No. 98-38, subject to the conditions of approval in
Exhibit "A".
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RESOLUTION NO. 5029
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 98-38 - WITH CONDITIONS.
RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS:
Item No. 11: Approval of Plans and Design Specifications for the Installation of Heating
and Air Conditioning for the Cypress Civic Theater, Public Works Project No. 9824.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing Board of
Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District: 1) Approve the Plans and
Design Specifications for the Installation of Heating and Air Conditioning System at the
Cypress Civic Theater; 2) Direct staff to submit the plans to the Division of the State
Architect for approval; and 3) Authorize staff to solicit bids, upon the approval of the
Division of the State Architect.
Councilmember Piercy explained that she pulled item # 3, Motion to Approve City
Council Minutes of October 26, 1998, as two names were misspelled. Page 3 of the
minutes, during Oral Communications, first paragraph has the name "Benira" Hallak
when it should be "l//n/ta'; In the same page, paragraph 5, the name Don "Wesley"
should be spelled "l/Ves//ng';
It was moved by Councilmember Piercy and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Keenan to
approve the City Council Minutes of October 26, 1998, as corrected. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Mayor Pro Tem Keenan indicated that he pulled item # 8, Approval of Design Review
Committee Permit No. 98-36, Installation of a New Freestanding Sign for the Los
Alamitos Race Course, Located at 4961 Katella Avenue, as he wanted to know if the
sign area is larger than the one that was approved previously.
Ms. Angus indicated that it is larger and the Council had approved a new sign a year
ago, in May, which has expired. The applicant has come back with a different design
and a different location giving the fact that they are re-doing the entry -way into the
race track. The square footage is slightly larger, approximately 60 sq. ft. bigger, than
the one approved a year ago. The sign does lean towards Katella but the front edge
will be set back from the nose of the median and will not get into the any traffic or
pedestrian area.
It was moved by Councilmember Piercy and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan to
adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving Design Review Committee
Permit No. 98-36, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A" of the Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 5030
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 98-36 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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In regards to Item # 10, Adoption of Administrative Policies as Recommended by the
Finance Review Committee, Councilmember Carroll said that he pulled the item to give
recognition to Committee Members Gary Prem, Deborah Strom, Norma Stein, Louie
Giampapa and Dr. James Phillips, as they reviewed the Administrative Polices and
made recommendations. He feels they performed a valuable service to the City.
Mayor Pro Tern Keenan indicated that the Non Profit Policy is not clear, where it talks
about gifts to public funds. The City Attorney explained that the gift of public funds is
an analysis of what benefit you receive in return for the contribution and it is a
complexed body of law. It would be hard to reduce it down to some written statement
and it would be better to adopt a policy that states that existing laws can not be
violated.
It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan to
adopt the Administrative Policies titled: "Equipment Capitalization", "Cost
Allocation/Administration Overhead Charges", "Reserve Policy - Internal Service
Funds", "Non-Profit Contribution Policy". The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
ORDINANCES (Second Reading):
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to
order the following Ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to adopt the
Ordinance amending Section 2-3.3 (b) of the Code of the City of Cypress, adjusting
Council compensation by a 5% cost of living increase.
ORDINANCE NO. 979
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AMENDING
SECTION 2-3.3 (b) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ADJUSTING COUNCIL
COMPENSATION BY A 5% COST OF LIVING INCREASE.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS 7:30 P.M.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED REVISIONS TO CYPRESS LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT ORDINANCE.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to
continue the item to the November 23, 1998 Council Meeting. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: ZONE CHANGE NO. 98-1, CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. 98-16 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15754, DEVELOPMENT OF
30 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES LOCATED AT THE NORTH END OF GAY AND DENNI
STREET, and PUBLIC HEARING RE: DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 98-1,
PERTAINING TO THE OLSON COMPANY DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT THE NORTH
END OF GAY AND DENNI STREETS. The Mayor re-opened the Public Hearing and
indicated that these two Public Hearings would be held concurrently. The City
Manager asked the Acting Community Development Director to present the item, which
was a continuation from the last Council Meeting of October 26, 1998. At this meeting
the City Council approved a General Plan Amendment and authorized the first reading
of the Ordinance for a zone change.
The City Council at that time continued the Conditional Use Permit and the Tentative
Tract Map for the development of the 30 dwelling units. The Council also accepted the
applicant's offer to return with a Development Agreement for consideration at this
meeting.
The applicant offered to enter into a Development Agreement to address concerns
regarding the precise development that would be allowed, if the Ordinance for the
zone change is adopted. In response to public comments and Council's direction, the
applicant returned with a revised plan, the modifications include an increase on the
average size of the lots from 5,649 sq. ft., up to 5,742 sq. ft. The result is that 29 of the
30 lots are above 5,000 sq. ft. or at least 5,000 sq. ft. in net area. The applicant also
reconfigured the lots along Gay Street, so that the front of the homes now face the Gay
Street frontage.
The applicant has relocated the park from the Gay Street frontage to the Denni Street
frontage and is offering to dedicate the park to the City.
The parking for the development increased from 160 spaces to 168, exceeding the
parking requirement by 18 spaces. Due to the reconfiguration of the homes to face
Gay Street, the applicant is proposing that a block wall and a 4 ft. landscape area be
added along the rear of those properties. They are proposing that this landscape
parkway be dedicated to the City along with the street.
Staff reviewed the revised plan and feels that the development does comply with the
development standards of the RS-5,000 small lot single-family residential zone. Should
the Council find that the proposed changes are consistent, staff recommends that the
Council authorize the second reading of Zone Change 98-1. Changing the zoning of the
properties from RS-6,000 residential single-family to RS-5,000 small-lot single-family
residential.
Staff received a phone call from a neighboring property owner, Mr. West, in regards to
the street configuration within the proposed development. Mr. West was interested in
the Denni Street being opened and continued onto the City of La Palma. Notices of the
public hearing were posted, published, and mailed to the owners of all properties
located within 300 feet of the subject parcel prior to the October 13, t998 and October
26, 1998 City Council meetings.
Mayor Jones at this time opened the public hearing for the Development Agreement
No. 98-1 Pertaining to the Olson Company Development. Ms. Angus proceeded in
presenting the item which represented a request by The Olson Company to enter into a
Development Agreement with the City of Cypress for a 5.4 acre development, located
at the north end of Gay and Denni Streets. The proposed Development Agreement
would set forth terms and conditions that would govern the development of the
property for a period of four (4) years. The Olson Company did offer to enter into a
Development Agreement to ensure that the proposed development would be
constructed, as intended, in a timely manner consistent with the plans approved by
Council.
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In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, and
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration have been prepared for the
development project and will serve as the environmental documentation for the
Development Agreement. Notices of this public hearing were posted, published in the
Orange County Register, and mailed to all property owners within a 300 foot radius.
Staff did not receive comments regarding this matter. Staff recommended that the City
Council 1) Authorize the second reading of the Ordinance for Zone Change No. 98-1;
and 2)Find that there are exceptional or special circumstances to justify the reduced
street width in accordance with Section 25-3, Exemptions, of the Code of the City of
Cypress. 3) Adopt the Resolutions approving Conditional Use Permit No. 98-16 and
Tentative Tract Map No. 15754, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A".
Ms. Angus indicated that since the drafting of the staff report, the Public Works
Department has some concerns of not having sufficient time to check the Tentative
Tract Map for level of detail and therefore recommended continuation of the Tentative
Tract Map to the next meeting. Staff also recommended first reading of the Ordinance
approving Development Agreement 98-1.
Following discussion by Council and staff relative to the lot sizes of other projects
compared to RS-6,000 the difference between RS-5,000 zone based on the current
zoning, rezoning under the Development Agreement, parking spaces, park dedication
and maintenance by the City, the City Attorney indicated that he was not sure whether
or not they could condition the Development Agreement but after looking at the issue,
they learned that they can restructure the agreement, so there is an automatic
rezoning from RS-5,000 back to RS-6,000.
In responding to Councilmember Carroll, Ms. Angus indicated that the developers are
planning to dedicate the park and do minimal improvement, in terms of landscaping
and amenities. In addition, because they are subdividing residential property, there is
a fee that applies to such subdivisions and it works out to about $4,000 per unit and
credit will be given for units already there. The net is about $110,000, a one time fee,
that is deposited into an overall park development maintenance fund. Additional
amenities to the park could be funded with that money.
In responding to Councilmember Carroll, Mr. Storey said that the park will be
dedicated to the City, so there will be no property taxes, however, there will be taxes
from the actual housing units, which 7 ¼ % of property taxes would go to the Park
District.
The City Council further discussed a park requirement under the RS-5,000 zoning.
Councilmember Bowman announced that he was abstaining and left the dais.
Councilmember Piercy asked if the lot that is being dedicated to the City as a park,
could be used to give additional land to some of the units and therefore making those
units closer to a RS-6,000.
Dave Schaffer, Vice President of Development for the Olson Company, reiterated the
issues that were presented by the Acting Community Development Director previously.
Mayor Pro Tem Keenan stated the fact that 5 % acres is going to be drained to a
drainage, would that alleviate some drainage problems on Denni St. Public Works
Director indicated that it would alleviate some of the drair~age as most of that property,
as it is today, drains to Gay St.
Mayor Pro Tem Keenan commented that a couple of letters were received, one in
opposition from Carrie Katsumata, Denni Street Resident and one in favor from Tim
English, property owner on Carob Street.
Mayor Jones asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the
project. The following, in summary, spoke in opposition to the project and a zone
change from RS-6,000 to RS-5,000:
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Dale Newbill, Gail Simonz, Dave Twelker, Ronald West, Pauline Iron, Robert Rowe,
Laura Vieira, Butch King, John Marcroft, Dan Iron, Rodney Barba, Mr. Chadsey, Ray
Barba, Gail Kerry and M. Edwards.
Scott Young, a business owner on Lincoln Ave., was supportive of the Olson Company.
He stated he has no relation to the developers but said that he is familiar with some of
the projects they have built and feels they provide good quality work.
Following lengthy discussion about eliminating the park and amortizing the lot over five
of the lots on Denni, road going over the railroad tracks, drainage without curbs and
gutters, non conforming use of the Montessori School, clarification of the traffic study,
Mayor Jones explained that she has seen a lot of positive developments from the Olson
Company and felt that they have tried to compromise with the residents in that area.
She further said that the development is only five houses away from being an RS-6,000.
Councilmember Piercy remarked that after two public hearings the citizens have
expressed that they are 100% against the development and would like the rural area to
remain. She further explained why she felt that the zone change shouldn't be changed
to RS-5,000.
Mayor Pro Tern Keenan concurred with Councilmember Piercy that it is a difficult
decision to make and he would not be in favor of a traditional true RS-5,000 that would
allow 43 homes. He indicated that the Olson Company has made compromises that
have gotten very close to the RS-6,000. He said that he has spoken to people in favor
of the project and has looked at the development and would favor the project.
Councilmember Carroll commented that the Olson Company is presenting an
intelligent zoning plan and a good project and he would be in favor of the project.
Mayor Jones further discussed the possibility of not having the curbs and gutters and
indicated that it has been difficult and explained that she would be in favor of the
project, as the difference to getting to an RS-6,000 is only five homes. She also
indicated that she knows citizens of Cypress that are interested in purchasing homes
at this project, if it is built. Mayor Jones stated that she would not consider rezoning
the area without a Development Agreement, as this will protect the City and the
residents from a high dense use. Coupled with the Development Agreement, the fact
that it does provide new housing stock for the community, Mayor Jones said she will be
in favor of the project.
It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Keenan to 1)
Approve the second reading and adopt the Ordinance for Zone Change 98-1, by title
only, title as follows and 2) Find that there are exceptional or special circumstances to
justify the reduced street width in accordance with Section 25-3, Exemptions, of the
Code of the City of Cypress and 3) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
approving Conditional Use Permit 98-16 as amended to delete the requirement for curb
and gutter, as amended to delete the requirement for a park and to amortize that space
over units, 11, 12 & 13. To direct staff to process Tentative Tract Map 15754 at a future
Council Meeting and direct staff to prepare a Variance with respect to the requirement
for open space or a park.
The City Manager asked the Public Works Director to comment on the curb and gutter
improvement, which would have sidewalk but not curb and gutter. The Public Works
Director indicated that the area will be paved but will still have the rural look.
The motion was amended to include closing the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 980
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ADOPTING ZONE
CHANGE NO. 98-1, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF SEVERAL
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT THE NORTH END OF GAY AND DENNI STREETS FROM RS-
6,000 RESIDENTIAL SINGE-FAMILY TO RS-5,000 SMALL LOT RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-
FAMILY.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5031
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-16 WITH CONDITIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF THIRTY (30) SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES AT THE NORTH END OF GAY STREET AND
DENNI STREET.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTENTION:
ABSENT:
3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll, Keenan and Jones
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Keenan and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to
close the public hearing on Development Agreement No. 98-1 Pertaining to the Olson
Company Development, Located at the North End of Gay and Denni Streets, and
introduce the Ordinance for first reading by title only, title as follows, approving
Development Agreement 98-1, as amended to delete the requirement for the pocket
park.
ORDINANCENO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 98-1 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CYPRESS AND THE
OLSON COMPANY.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTENTION:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll, Keenan, Piercy and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECESS: The Mayor recessed the meeting at 9:50 p.m., and reconvened at 10:07 p.m.,
with all Councilmembers present.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR A NON-EXCLUSIVE TAXICAB FRANCHISE-
RAINBOW EXPRESS CAB COMPANY. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing and asked
staff to present its report. Chief Hensley presented the item which was a request from
Victor Ashna, D.B.A. Rainbow Express Cab Company, for a non-exclusive Taxicab
Franchise in the City of Cypress. There are currently two non-exclusive Taxicab
Franchises operating in the City of Cypress, which are Yellow Cab Co. and A Taxicab
(formerly the A-AAA Yellow Cab, Inc.).
Mr. Ashna operates his business from his residence, and has three taxicabs in
operation, responding to individual calls, as well as servicing the Los Alamitos Race
Course, Woodfin Suites Hotel and the Courtyard Marriott. In compliance with Section
26A-4 of the Cypress City Code, the Police Department conducted an investigation
which indicates that the Rainbow Express Cab Company had been operating an illegal
taxicab business in the City of Cypress for over three years. Mr. Ashna was advised
that he was operating illegally in the City and a letter was sent to Mr. Ashna from the
business Tax Collector, forwarding information regarding obtaining a non -exclusive
taxicab franchise from the City. Upon the receipt of Mr. Ashna's application, the Police
Department's investigator met with Mr. Ashna, as well as inspected the location and
the vehicles and no problems were noted. The applicant will be required to provide
sufficient insurance coverage, naming the City of Cypress as additionally insured. The
appropriate public notices were handled and are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
No communications were received either in support or in opposition of this application.
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In responding to Councilmember Carroll, Chief Hensley indicated that the cabs are
parked in a residential area.
Chief Hensley responded to Mayor Pro Tem Keenan that the applicant has passed
inspection and has been issued a license.
The applicant, Victor Ashna briefly presented his request.
Mayor Jones asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the
application.
John Hopkins from the Yellow Cab Co., spoke in opposition of a new cab company in
the City of Cypress
Following a brief discussion, the Mayor asked the applicant if he will be providing 24
hour service as it was not reflected on the application. The applicant indicated that he
will correct the application to state 24 hour service.
It was moved by Councilmember Piercy and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan to
close the Public Hearing and grant a non-exclusive Taxicab Franchise to be operated
on a 24 hour basis to the Rainbow Express Cab Company, together with two driver
permits, for an administrative fee of $380, for a period of one year. The motion was
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Keenan, Piercy and Jones
COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: VARIANCE NO. 98-6, TO ALLOW THE EXISTING PLACEMENT OF
A SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA, LOCATED AT 5794 MAXSON DRIVE. The Mayor opened
the Public Hearing and asked staff to present its report. The Acting Community
Development Director presented the item which represented a request to vary from the
Cypress Zoning Ordinance (Section 19.13, Table 19.13) to allow the existing placement
of a satellite dish antenna closer than five feet from a property line and closer than ten
feet to any structure. The subject satellite dish antenna was previously installed
without permits and the application was intended to bring the existing antenna into
compliance with City requirements.
Based on a review of the subject proposal, including the location and signal reception
window constraints, surrounding uses, and similar variances previously approved by
the City Council, staff found that the findings required to grant a variance from the
antenna standards can be justified. The proposed project qualifies for a Categorical
Exemption, Class 5(a) under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) Guidelines. Based on the analysis presented in the staff report, staff
recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolution approving Variance No. 98-6,
subject to the conditions of approval contained in Exhibit "A" of the Resolution.
Notices of the public hearing were posted, published, and mailed to the owners of all
properties located within 300 feet of the subject parcel. At the time of the meeting,
staff had not received any communication regarding the proposed project.
In responding to Mayor Pro Tern Keenan, Ms. Angus indicated that there is no existing
regulations that prohibit view of an antenna from the front of a property.
Ms. Angus, in response to Councilmember Carroll, indicated that it is a 6 foot diameter
antenna.
Councilmember Bowman asked for the actual overall height of the antenna. Ms. Angus
indicated that it is 15 ft., which is the maximum allowed by Code.
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The applicant, Raul Diaz presented his request to the Council.
Mayor Jones asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the
Variance request. No one spoke.
The City Council further discussed and commented on the request.
It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Bowman to
close the Public Hearing and adopt Resolution by title only, title as follows, denying
Variance No. 98-6.
RESOLUTION NO. 5032
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DENYING A
VARIANCE FROM THE TERMS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, SECTION 19.13, TABLE 19.13, TO ALLOW THE PLACEMENT OF A
SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA CLOSER THAN FIVE FEET (5') FROM A PROPERTY LINE
AN CLOSER THAN TEN FEET (10') TO A STRUCTURE- VARIANCE NO. 98-6
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan and Jones
I COUNCILMEMBERS: Piercy
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-18 AND TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP NO. 15698, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT NINETEEN (19) CONDOMINIUM UNITS
AT 8551 AND 8591 MOODY STREET, IN THE RM-20 RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE-FAMILY
ZONE. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. The City Manager asked the Acting
Community Development Director to present the item, which represented a request by
Mr. Ed Bonanni, to develop nineteen condominium units and a one lot subdivision of air
space only. The proposed project complies with the development standards of the RM-
20 Residential Multiple-Family Zone, with the exception of a two-foot reduction of the
required side yard setback allowed with an approved Adjustment application. The
proposed tract map complies with the California Subdivision Map Act and the City of
Cypress Subdivision Ordinance. In accordance with the California Environmental
Quality Act, a Mitigated Negative Declaration will be filed for this project.
Based on the analysis presented, staff recommended that the City Council take the
following actions: 1) Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, De Minimis Findings,
and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); 2) Adopt the Resolution approving
Conditional Use Permit No. 98-18, subject to the Conditions in Exhibit "A", and; 3)
Adopt the Resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 15698, subject to the
Conditions in Exhibit "B". Notices of the public hearing were posted, published, and
mailed to the owners of all properties located within 300 feet of the subject parcel. At
the time of the report staff had not received any communication regarding the
proposed project.
Councilmember Bowman asked if drainage problems were addressed. Mr.
Christoffels indicated that the drainage problems are attributable to the incomplete
improvements on Moody. He indicated that if curbs and gutters are installed and when
improvements on Moody are completed, the situation will be improved but not
eliminated.
In responding to Mayor Pro Tern Keenan's question about parking, Mr. Christoffels
indicated that the street will be wide enough to have street parking.
The City Council further discussed the air space mentioned in the report, proposed
fencing, annexed single story dwelling being close to the property line, planting areas,
drainage areas, location of the windows.
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The applicant, Ed Bonanni from Bonanni DevelopmentJD.S. Products Inc., presented
their proposal to the City Council.
Mayor Jones asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the
project. No one spoke.
Councilmember Carroll suggested to add to the conditions, that the windows location
be approved by staff.
Councilmember Bowman remarked that he would like the drainage to be addressed
and would be in favor of the project.
Mayor Pro Tem Keenan indicated that he would not be in favor of the project as he
opposes the density of the project.
It was moved by Councilmember Bowman and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to
close the Public Hearing and 1) Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, De Minimis
Findings, and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with the requirements of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); 2) Adopt the Resolution by title only,
title as follows, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 98-18, subject to the Conditions
in Exhibit "A", and; 3) Adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving
Tentative Tract Map No. 15698, subject to the Conditions in Exhibit "B".
RESOLUTION NO. 5033
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-18 - WITH CONDITIONS.
RESOLUTION NO. 5034
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15698- WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Piercy and Jones
COUNCILMEMBERS: Keenan
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-20 TO ESTABLISH A RYDER
TRUCK RENTAL FACILITY, 5552/5592 LINCOLN AVENUE. Mayor Jones stated that a
letter was received by the applicant's representative, Stewart Penman, requesting to
continue the Public Hearing. As such, the Mayor continued the item to the November
23, 1998 Council Meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 98-4, ZONE CHANGE NO. 98-
3, WHICH INCLUDES THE LINCOLN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN, AND ZONING CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 98-2. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing and asked for the staff
report. Alice Angus, Acting Community Development Director presented the item. Ms.
Angus indicated that the project is a City initiated action to adopt the Lincoln Avenue
Specific Plan as the zoning for the Lincoln Avenue area. The specific actions
associated with the adoption of the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan are to amend the
Land Use Element of the General Plan to reflect the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan; to
change the zoning of the properties within the area to Planned Community (PC) with
specific uses and standards as specified in the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan; and to
amend the Cypress Zoning Code to allow for this General Plan amendment and to
delete the Lincoln Avenue Overlay zoning district for replacement with the Lincoln
Avenue Specific Plan.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES November 9, '1998
The Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan is the culmination of land use study that began with
the last General Plan update process. The 1993 General Plan update called for the
preparation of a specific plan to replace the current zoning for the area and to enhance
the visual image and economic vitality of the area. Preparation of the Specific Plan has
undergone extensive review and was presented for formal action by the City Council.
Notices of the public hearing were published, and mailed to the owners of all
properties and businesses within the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan area.
Staff received a letter from Nevis Construction, requesting the postponement of the
hearing, to allow them more time to review the Specific Plan.
Based on the analysis presented, staff recommended that the City Council to take the
following actions: 1) Adopt a finding of DeMinimis Impact, approve the Negative
Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program and direct staff to file a Notice of
Determination, 2) Adopt the Resolution for approval of General Plan Amendment No.
98-4 pending Zoning Code Amendment No. 98-2 becoming effective, 3) Give first
reading to the Ordinance for approval of Zoning Code Amendment No. 98-2, 4) Give
first reading to the Ordinance for approval of Zone Change No. 98-3, which includes
adoption of the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan.
Councilmember Carroll asked the City Attorney to comment on the letter received by
Nevis Construction Inc. The City Attorney indicated that he does not see the request
as a significant threat to the viability of the action recommended by the Council. He
further said that with respect to item fi4 of the letter, they have given them notice within
the statutory time.
Mayor Jones commented that the L.A. Times had an editorial commending staff with
the revitalization of the Lincoln Ave. area.
Mayor Pro Tern Keenan asked if deleting Section 35.68 in the Zone Change Amendment
would affect any other areas of zoning in the City. Ms. Angus responded that the
requirement was put in the mid-70s and at that time there was a concern about
balanced development which would include industrial use. By deleting this section, it
would no longer require the vote of the people to change it. It would apply to all areas
that are zoned for manufacturing use.
Councilmember Bowman asked for clarification of the meaning of the "Temporary Use,
Section 35, Division 10", noted on the Specific Plan. Ms. Angus indicated that uses that
are allowed city wide with a temporary use permit include such things as Christmas
Tree lots, special events sales.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to
continue the meeting after 11:30 p.m., as required by law. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan and Piercy
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Councilmember Bowman asked that the words "above ground floor commercial" be
eliminated from the last sentence on page 4.5, where it discusses multi-family, as he
does not feel it is a viable product in this area.
Mayor Jones asked if anyone wished to speak in support of or in opposition to the
project.
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David Adelman, Esq. From Greenberg & Bass, LLP, representing Sandy Crooks,
resident and business owner of Crooks Truck and Equipment Rental, 8932 Watson, in
the City of Cypress, spoke in opposition of a zone change as it would affect his client's
property. The proposed zone change would change this from light industrial, which is
the current zoning, to downtown. The impact would revert to a legal non-conforming
use, subject to abatement in a period of 3 years. Mr. Adelman indicated that the
subject property is not located on Lincoln Blvd., there is a vacant lot that fronts her
property. The hardship to her and her business is that she depends on the close
proximity of this location to her office, in order to operate her business sufficiently.
She employs 17 people and relocation of her business because of rezoning would have
a detrimental impact on these 17 people. Mr. Adelman requested that the City Council
look at the zoning boundaries and consider the impact that this particular zone
boundary line would have on her client's business..
Councilmember Bowman asked Mr. Adelman if they received a notice explaining a
zone change. Ms. Crooks responded that she obtained a map from the City after the
community meeting.
Ms. Angus indicated that the notice did not include a precise zoning map, rather a map
identifying the area indicating that the zoning would be changed as part of this action.
The community meeting that was held did provide copies of the zoning map, the matrix
of what land uses were allowed and a description of what each of those categories
included within the Specific Plan. Ms. Angus stated that she has spoken to Sandy
Crooks as to concerns relative to the dividing line.
Mayor Jones asked about the abatement within 3 years. Ms. Angus indicated that the
Specific Plan refers to our Zoning Code. The Zoning Code under non-conforming uses,
has incorporated within in it an abatement schedule for properties without
improvements, the minimum period is 3 years upon notification that the property has
become non-conforming and that the City is proceeding with abatement. To date the
City has not chosen to abate any properties in terms of uses that have become legal
non-conforming.
Mayor Jones asked if said business is the only one being rezoned. Mr. Adelman
explained that there are three other properties that are similarly situated to his client's
property, in terms of proximity to Lincoln Blvd., and in terms of their particular use but
they were not included in the rezoning. They were allowed to continue in the light
industrial zone.
In response to Mr. Adelman, Ms. Angus concurred with the attorney as far as those
properties are in manufacturing use and are proposed that they remain within a
manufacturing district. Property across Watson is proposed for commercial mixed-
use. Ms. Angus further indicated that the subject proper~y is the only one within the
stretch that is proposed to be within the downtown district.
The City Council further discussed the zoning change.
Scott Young, Representative for Nevis Construction Inc., spoke about the zone
change. Mr. Young indicated that Nevis Construction owns property at 4801 Lincoln
Avenue and is requesting that the hearing be continued, to give them more time to
study the impacts of a zone change to their property.
Following further discussion the City Council directed staff to:
1 ) Meet with David Adelman, Esq., relative to the rezoning of Crook Truck and
Equipment Rental;
2) Meet with Scott Young and Nevis Construction regarding potential uses for
4801 Lincoln Avenue;
3) Look at interim uses and if zone should be downtown or light industrial; and
4) Have the map corrected to reflect property line of Crooks Truck and
Equipment Rental.
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It was moved by Mayor Jones and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to continue the
hearing to the November 23, 1998 Council Meeting. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
DEFERRED BUSINESS:
Mayor Jones continued items #21 Continuation of Adopt/on of Public Works contract
Change Order Policy and #22 Continuation of Execution of Promissory Notes
Between the City and the Redevelopment A_~ency to the November 23, '1998 City
Council Meeting.
CONTINUATION OF REVIEW OF RESTRICTIONS REGARDING OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT
OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF. June L/u, Assistant to the City Manager,
presented the item, which was a request by Councilmember Carroll, for information
regarding the restrictions for employment after leaving office as a member of the
Cypress City Council and for employment after serving as a member of City's executive
staff. It was recommended that the City Council review and provide staff with direction
on this matter.
Following discussion by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan and Councilmember Bowman, it was
moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Piercy to continue
this item to the November 23, 1998 Council Meeting. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
REQUEST TO REMOVE A PARKWAY TREE AT 9144 EVERGREEN DRIVE
Public Works Director Mark Christoffels presented the item which was a request to
remove a parkway tree at 9144 Evergreen Drive by Mr. And Mrs. Bob Erickson. The
street tree does not meet any of the criteria established by the City Council for tree
removals. Per the City Code a resident may appeal to the City Council the Public Works
Director's decision denying removal.
Following a brief discussion, it was moved by Mayor Jones and seconded by Mayor Pro
Tern Keenan to authorize removal of a parkway tree at 9144 Evergreen Drive.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan, Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0COUNCILMEMBERS: None
APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LISTS FOR WARRANTS NO. 34599 - 34821.
If. was moved by Councilmember Piercy and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Keenan to
approve the Commercial Warrant Lists for Warrants No. 34599 - 34821 in the amount of
$1,078,1 73.87. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Bowman, Carroll, Keenan Piercy
and Jones
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex
Officio Governing Board of Directors. None presented.
CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: The Cypress City Council Acting as
the Cypress Redevelopment Agency.
RECESS: Mayor Jones recessed the meeting at 12:27 a.m., to enable the City Council
to act as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency.
The meeting reconvened at 12:30 a.m., with all Councilmembers present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda
None presented.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Jones adjourned the meeting at 12:31 a.m., to Monday,
November 23, 1998 at 6:00 p.m., in the Executive Conference Room.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
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