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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-09-22 266 REGULAR MEETING CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL September 22, 2025 5:30 P.M. — Closed Session 6:00 P.M. — General Session A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Burke in the Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. ROLL CALL Cypress City Council, also acting as the Ex-Officio Governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District Mayor David Burke Mayor Pro Tem Leo Medrano Council Member Kyle Chang Council Member Scott Minikus Council Member Bonnie Peat STAFF PRESENT Interim City Manager Sean Joyce City Attorney William Wynder City Clerk Alisha Farnell Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton Human Resources Manager Regina Nguyen ORAL COMMUNICATION ON CLOSED SESSION /WORKSHOP ITEMS None. CLOSED SESSION The City Attorney announced the following closed session items: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Title: City Clerk Mayor Burke recessed the meeting at 5:31 p.m. RECONVENE Mayor Burke reconvened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor David Burke Mayor Pro Tern Leo Medrano Council Member Kyle Chang Council Member Scott Minikus Council Member Bonnie Peat STAFF PRESENT Interim City Manager Sean Joyce Acting City Attorney William Wynder Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton Director of Recreation and Community Services Jeff Draper Planning Director Alicia Velasco Chief of Police Mark Lauderback Director of Public Works Nick Mangkalakiri 267 City Clerk Alisha Farnell I.T. Manager Adrian Smith Human Resources Manager Regina Nguyen Police Captain Scott Ausmus INVOCATION Pastor Nader Hana, King of the Nations Church, led the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Chang led the Pledge of Allegiance. REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION / WORKSHOP The City Attorney stated that the City Council met in Closed Session pursuant to government code section 54957 and held a discussion on the single item listed on the Closed Session agenda namely, Public Employee Appointment, title City Clerk, he reported the City staff made a presentation and recommended authorization to seek a candidate that would be brought back at a future Council Meeting as the Interim City Clerk or Full Time City Clerk. The City Council unanimously authorized the Interim City Manager to conduct recruitment and return at a future Council Meeting with a recommendation to be ratified by the Council. PRESENTATIONS Orange County Supervisor, Janet Nguyen, provided an update on the County of Orange. The City Council recognized Cypress resident and U.S. Army Veteran Nelson Brindle. The City Council recognized outgoing of Cypress staff member, City Clerk, Alisha Farnell. The City Council recognized the Cypress Girls Softball 10u Blue All-Star Team. The City Council introduced incoming Commissioners, and the City Clerk administered the Loyalty Oath and presented Certificates of Appointment to newly appointed Commissioners. The City Council presented a Fire Prevention Week Proclamation to Orange County Fire Authority Division Chief Steve Matt Sheets. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON AGENDA ITEMS Harumi Lucak, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 3. Beth Culver, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19. Jose Trinidad Castaneda, Fullerton, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 15,16,17,18,19. Cheryl Bhence, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19. Glenn Button, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19,16. Brooke Nafarrette, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item 18. Marilyn Reames, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 15,17,18, and 19. Pearl Boelter, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19. Linda Stock, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19. Katie Shapiro, Cypress, spoke regarding No. 18 Anne Mallari, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 18, 19. Edwin Kraemer, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 16, 17, 19. 268 Malini Nagpal, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 17,18,19. Kelly K, Cypress, spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 19, 15, 18. Mayor Pro Tern Medrano addressed a comment that was made during oral communication on Agenda Item. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion unless a Council Member requests separate action on a specific item. Council Member Minikus stated that Agenda Item No. 12, the Warrant Register, includes electronic fund transfer No. 17856 for $341.78 as reimbursement for medical coverage he is entitled to receive as a CaIPERS annuitant. He indicated that in voting for any motion to approve the Warrants Register, he would not be voting on electronic fund transfers No. 17856 for the reason disclosed. Mayor Burke asked questions of the Director of Recreation on Agenda Item No. 3. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Scott Minikus, to approve Consent Calendar items No. 1 through 12. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Item No. 1: Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances and Resolutions Presented for Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading Item No. 2: Proclaim the Week of October 5-11, 2025 as Fire Prevention Week Recommendation: Proclaim the week of October 5-11 , 2025 as Fire Prevention Week. Item No. 3: Receive an Update on the Strategic Plan Six-Month Objectives Recommendation: Receive an update on the Strategic Plan six-month objectives. Item No. 4: Adopt a Resolution approving the California State-Subdivision Agreement Regarding Distribution and Use of Settlement Funds with Eight Opioid Manufacturers Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City to enter into Settlement Agreements with eight opioid manufacturers (Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylad, Sun and Zydus)to resolve lawsuits accusing opioid manufacturers of mishandling opioid pain drugs, agree to the terms of the related State-Subdivision Agreement, and authorize entry into the related State-Subdivision Agreement with the Attorney General. RESOLUTION NO. 7035 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ill AUTHORIZING THE CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT OF OPIOD-RELATED CLAIMS AGAINST SECONDARY MANUFACTURERS, AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE RELATED STATE-SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT, AND AUTHORIZE ENTRY INTO THE RELATED STATE-SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT AND OTHER NECESSARY DOCUMENTS WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Item No. 5: Accept the Residential Street Resurfacing, Project 376 269 Recommendation: 1. Accept the Residential Street Resurfacing, Project 376, in the amount of $1,797,543.94 and approve the final payment of $89,877.20 to All American Asphalt; and 2. Authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder. Item No. 6: Approve an Increase to a Task Order with LSA for an Environmental Impact Report for a Vesting Tentative Tract Map at Los Alamitos Race Course Recommendation: Increase the task order with LSA for preparation of an Environmental Impact Report to $255,000 and authorize a contingency of$25,500. Item No. 7: Accept Office of Traffic Safety DUI Traffic Enforcement Grant Recommendation: 1. Accept the FY 2025-26 Office of Traffic Safety DUI/Traffic Enforcement grant; and 2. Increase estimated revenues by $95,000 in the General Fund Grants Fund; and 3. Appropriate $95,000 in the General Fund Grants Fund for overtime, travel and dispatch services; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to sign all documents related to the Grant. Item No. 8: Assignment of the Agreement to Provide Senior Transportation Services Recommendation: Approve the assignment of the agreement to provide senior transportation services from Cabco Yellow, Inc. dba California Yellow Cab to OCY Management, LLC, effective June 1, 2025. Item No. 9: Adopt Resolutions Establishing Benefits for Executive Management and Mid-Management Employees Recommendation: 1. Adopt a Resolution establishing the Schedule of Benefits for Executive Management employees; and 2. Adopt a Resolution establishing the Schedule of Benefits for Mid-Management employees. RESOLUTION NO. 7036 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AND ACTING AS EX OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7034 ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES. RESOLUTION NO. 7037 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AND ACTING AS EX OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7007 ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR MID-MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES. 270 Item No. 10: Approve Supplemental Appropriations and Increases to Estimated Revenues and Transfers for FY 2024-25 Recommendation: 1. Approve FY 2024-25 supplemental appropriations of $479,950 and increase estimated revenues by $417,950 for the City; and 2. Approve FY 2024-25 supplemental appropriations of $38,700 for the Cypress Recreation and Park District; and 3. Approve an $8,166 transfer from the District's Park Development Fund to the General Fund; and 4. Approve an $8,166 payment to the City's Infrastructure fund to apply against the outstanding Repayment Agreement and Promissory Note between the City and Park District for the construction of Lexington Park. Item No. 11: Receive and File the Investment Report for the Month Ended August 31, 2025 Recommendation: Receive and file the attached investment report. Item No. 12: Receive and File Register of Warrants, Transfers, and Wires Issued for the Period of August 9, 2025 through September 5, 2025 Recommendation: Receive and file the attached payment register summarized below for the period of August 9, 2025 through September 5, 2025: • Electronic Funds Transfers 17819 through 17881 • Warrants 68600 through 68820 • Payroll Transfers W1563 through W1564 NEW BUSINESS Item No. 13: Approve Updates to the Contribution Policy for Non-Profit Organizations The Director of Recreation provided a report on this item. Council Member Minikus commented on the item. City Council discussion ensued. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Chang, to approve the reporting requirements and postpone the remainder of the policy changes for the Contribution Policy for Non-Profit Organizations to a later date. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Item No. 14: Receive Logo Survey Results and Select a City Logo The City Clerk provided a report on this item. Ariana Barrios, Owner of Communications Lab, provided a presentation on the item. City Council asked questions of Ariana Barrios. 271 City Council discussion ensued. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Minikus to have Communications Lab return with different logo options incorporating California. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Council Member Peat spoke regarding the item. A second motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Minikus, to approve refreshed City seal. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Mayor Burke recessed the meeting at 8:27 p.m. Mayor Burke reconvened the meeting at 8:35 p.m. Item No. 15: Approve First Reading of an Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Portions of Chapter 17 of the Cypress Municipal Code Relating to Smoking Regulations The Planning Director provided a report on this item. City Council asked questions of the Planning Director. City Council discussion ensued. The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance. A motion was made by Council Member Chang, and seconded by Mayor Burke, to approve first reading of an ordinance and replacing portions of Chapter 17 of the Cypress Municipal Code. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Item No. 16: Identify an Executive Search Firm to Assist with the City Manager Recruitment The City Attorney provided a report on this item. Mayor Burke suggested each Council Member identify their top choices for an Executive Seach Firm. The City Council provided their top choices for an Executive Search Firm. City Council asked questions on the item. The Acting City Attorney provided procedural guidance. 272 The Interim City Manager answered Council questions. City Council discussion continued. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Chang, to approve a contract with Ralph Anderson and Associates to assist in the recruitment of a permanent City Manager. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR None. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Item No. 17: Consider the First Reading of an Ordinance Updating the Order of Business at City Council Meetings to Allow for Changes to Oral Communications Structure Mayor Burke provided a report on this item. Council Member Chang asked questions of Mayor Burke. The Acting City Attorney provided procedural guidance. City Council discussion ensued. A discussion ensued between Council Member Peat and the City Attorney. Council Member Peat asked questions of the City Clerk. City Council discussion continued. The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Chang, to approve the first reading of an ordinance updating the order of business at City Council Meetings to allow for changes to oral communications structure. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Item No. 18: Consider the First Reading of an Ordinance Relating to the City Council Decorum Rules and Code of Ethics Mayor Pro Tem Medrano provided a report on this item. Council Member Peat commented on the item. Council Member Minikus suggested an amendment to the Ordinance. The Acting City Attorney provided procedural guidance. City Council discussion ensued. 273 The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance. A motion was made by Mayor Burke, and seconded by Council Member Chang, to introduce the first reading of an ordinance relating to the order of business at City Council meetings to allow for the City Council directed changes to Oral Communications. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Minikus, Peat, Medrano and Burke NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None Item No. 19: Consider a Resolution Opposing Proposition 50 on the November 4, 2025 Ballot Council Member Peat provided a report on this item. Council Member Minikus spoke on the item. City Council discussion ensued. A motion was made by Council Member Peat, and seconded by Council Member Minikus, to consider a Resolution opposing Proposition 50 on November 4, 2025 ballot. The motion failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Minikus, Peat, NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, ABSTAIN: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Medrano, Burke ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Pearl Boelter, Cypress, spoke regarding an article in OC Register on 9/14/25 regarding City Manager changes throughout Orange County. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS FROM CITY-AFFILIATED BOARDS AND COMMITTEES AND REMARKS Council Member Minikus: Announced retirement from the Cypress City Council effective October 1, 2025, in order to accept a new opportunity with the Department of Homeland Security. Thanked residents, City staff, colleagues, mentors, and the Police Chief for their support and leadership. Expressed appreciation to church family, friends, and loved ones, and reflected on the honor of serving the Cypress community. Council Member Peat: Spoke regarding Council Member Scott Minikus' retirement, expressing appreciation for his friendship and service. Reported attending the Chamber Breakfast and completing Basic CERT training. Encouraged community connection and invited Melanie Nagpaul to meet for coffee. Voiced concerns raised by residents that had been expressed during the September 8,2025 Council meeting and requested the Mayor apologize. Council Member Minikus spoke regarding the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, offered condolences to his family and reflected on its impact. Reflected on his faith journey and the impact on his life. 274 Council Member Chang: Thanked Council Member Minikus for his service on the Council and wished him the best of luck and safety in his next chapter. Mayor Pro Tem Medrano: Echoed Dr. Chang's comments and thanked Council Member Minikus and wished him the best on his next adventure. Reported attending the Orange County Mosquito Vector Control District meeting on September 18 where the Board received an educational presentation on the fire ant program and received an update on the outreach campaigns being conducted. Cypress will be recognized by the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District for the City's mosquito awareness campaign. Wished everyone a Happy New Year to those who were home celebrating Rosh Hashanah. Mayor Burke: Announced the Orange County Fire Authority Open House Day on Saturday, October 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at Station 17, encouraging residents to attend. Reflected on personal experiences with Council Member Minikus. Recognized Council Member Minikus's deep care for Cypress, the state, and the country, and thanked him for his service while wishing him the best in future endeavors. COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION None. CITY MANAGER REMARKS Thanked staff for their patience during his first week as Interim City Manager and praised the organization as well managed and expressed that he was honored to serve the City of Cypress. The Acting City Attorney commented on the appointment of Interim City Manager Sean Joyce, noting his prior experience as City Manager of Irvine and assuring the City Council he is well prepared to serve Cypress. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Burke adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:52 p.m. to a Regular Meeting, to be held on Monday, October 13, 2025, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room. 49/A kvo MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ATTEST: k1/4442 (1(4/1- CITY CLERK OETHE CITY OF CYPRESS