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Minutes 96-03-11MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD March 11, 1996 The Regular Meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:03 p.m. Monday, March 11, 1996 in the Administrative Conference Room, WeSt Wing, City Hall, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, Mayor Walter K. Bowman presiding. PRESENT: Councilmembers Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman ABSENT: None WORKSHOP SESSION: Investment Policy The City Council reviewed several current programs in the Investment Policy, clarified certain issues, made suggestions and comments on the policy. Further discussion will be held on this as an agenda item at the Council meeting. RECESS: Mayor Bowman recessed the meeting at 5:40 p.m. to allow the Council to meet in the Council Chamber. The meeting reconvened at 5:45 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. Also present were City Manager Darrell ESSEX, City Attorney John Cavanaugh and staff members Bacock, Christoffels, DeCarlo, Kelly, Storey and Wicker. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: FOr Matters on the 5:30 P.M. Agenda. NO one spoke. AWARD OF CONTRACTS: CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR BLOOD ALCOHOL TESTING: The City Manager asked the Chief of Police to present the staff report dated February 28, 1996, which described the Police Department's present utilization of the California Forensic Phlebotomy for testing the blood alcohol levels of arrested drunk drivers. The contract expired February 29, 1996 and the Department requested renewal. The company provides quality service through prompt response to call outs and timely notification of test results for Court. It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Age to authorize the renewal of contract for blood alcohol testing to California Forensic Phlebotomy, 2361 Campus Drive, Suite 217, Irvine, California 92715 for the period March 1, 1996 to June 24, 1996 at a cost of $46.50 per examination and for the period June 25, 1996 to February 28, 1997 at a cost of $48.00 per examination. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE: The Community Development Director reviewed the staff report dated March 4, 1996, which indicated that legislation has not been adopted extending the deadline for the update of the City's housing element expiring June 30, 1996. State law currently requires update of the City's housing element by June 30, 1996. Cotton/Beland/Associates Inc. (CBA) have provided a proposal which would have a draft delivered to the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) by mid-June for adoption in August. CBA's proposal is complete, the time frame is reasonable and the cost estimate is $19,440. It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to authorize approval of contract with Cotton/Beland Associates, Inc., 747 E. Green Street, Suite 400, Pasadena, California 91101 for the update of the Cypress Housing Element for a cost not to exceed $19,440 based on CBA'S proposal. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 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 Carroll asked that Items No. 3 and 11, Minutes of February 26, 1996 and Legislation and Other Issues for City Council Support or Opposition, respectively, be pulled. Councilmember Age requested Item NO. 12, Termination of City Contract for Custodial Services be removed. Councilmember Kerry wished to remove Items No. 7 and 13, Monthly Investment Program for the MOnth of January and Reinstitution of the City Newsletter, respectively. It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to approve the Consent Calendar Items NO. 3 through 14, excluding Items No. 3, ?, 11, 12 and 13. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 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: Consideration of Adoption of Resolution Commending Cynthia Grennan Upon Her Retirement as Superintendent of the Anaheim Union High School District. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, commending Superintendent Cynthia Grennan on her retirement and years of service with the Anaheim Union High School District. RESOLUTION NO. 4602 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COMMENDING CYNTHIA GRENNAN UPON HER RETIREMENT AS SUPERINTENDENT OF THE ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT. Item No. 6: Consideration of Amendment No. 3 tO Design Review Committee Permit NO. 91-13, Design Review Committee Permits No. 95-56 and No. 96-6. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolutions by title only, titles as follow, approving Amendment No. 3 to Design Review Committee Permit NO. 91-13, Design Review Committee Permit No. 95-56, and Design Review Committee No. 96-6 - with conditions. RESOLUTION NO. 4603 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO DESIGN REVIEW COMMI]-rEE PERMIT NO. 91-13 WITH CONDITIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 4604 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 95-56 - WITH CONDITIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 4605 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 96-6 - WITH CONDITIONS. Item No. 8: Consideration of Additional Appropriations for Purchase of Community Service Plaques. Recommendation: That the City Council approve an appropriation of $2,500 from the unreserved General Fund balance to Account No. 4104-11-109-01 for the purchase of the Community Service Plaques. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 Item No. 9: Consideration of Proclaiming March 11 - 15, 1996, as "Architecture Week." Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim March 11 -15, 1996, as "Architecture Week" in the City of Cypress. Item NO. 10: Consideration of Appropriations of $3,000 From the Unreserved Fund Balance of the Central Services Fund for the Replacement of the Engineering Division Blueprint Machine. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the appropriation of $3,000 from the unreserved fund balance of the Central Services (Replacement) Fund to Account No. 4407-90-657-36 for the replacement of the Engineering Division blueprint machine. Recreation & Park District Matters: Item No. 14: Consideration of Grant Money Received From Union Bank. Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex-officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation 'and Park District: 1) FormalIv accept the grant in the amount of $750 from Union Bank; and 2) Appropriate $750 to ACtivity Supplies ACCOUnt NO. 4104-12-310 for purchase of supplies from the Cypress Recreation and Park District's General Fund. Regarding Item NO. 3, City Council Minutes of February 26, 1996, Councilmember Carroll referred to page 10, fifth paragraph, sixth line, and corrected the sentence to read, "He mentioned that the City Treasurer cannot take illegal or irresponsible orders without higher authority." to "He mentioned that the City Treasurer cannot take illegal or irresponsible orders in spite of higher authority." It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Jones to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 26, 1996, as corrected. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None With reference to Item NO. 7, Consideration of Monthly Investment Program for the Month of January 1996, Councilmember Kerry noted the Pooled Investment Monev Account, Market Valuation, Reverse Repurchase, and asked the Finance Director to explain the $136 million. The Finance Director explained that these monies were the LAIF Pool; the City does not invest in repurchase agreements. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to receive and file. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None In regard to Item No. 11, Consideration of Legislation and Other Issues for City Council Support or Opposition, Councilmember Carroll asked that the items be split for separate votes on SB 1590 and AB616 with discussion on SB 1590. It was moved by Councilmember Carroll and seconded by Councilmember Jones to vote on the two legislative items separately. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Carroll felt that Council should not support legislation that would relieve voters of the right to challenge taxes imposed by cities prior to December 14, 1995 ultimately deemed to be illegal. Mayor Bowman felt there would be a real problem if SB 1590 were not enacted. Councilmember Carroll said it was his position that the door should be left open if certain taxes were found to be illegal and then discussed in an open forum. Councilmember Jones expressed the opinion that it seemed unfair to be able to leave the question open and she supported the December 14, 1995 date. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to authorize support of the League of California Cities' position on SB 1590 (O'Connell), relating to Proposition 62 implementation. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Jones, Kerry and Bowman I COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Jones asked the City Attorney if the passage of building occupancy levels (AB 616) would have any positive impact on the Lincoln Avenue situation. The City Attorney replied in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to authorize support of the League of California Cities' position on AB 616 (Morrow), relating to building occupancy levels. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None With regard to Item No. 12, Consideration of Termination of City Contract for Custodial Services, Councilmember Age asked the Public Works Director to relate some of the problems incurred with the service. The Public Works Director reported that they are bringing their children while they are working, dumping recyclables and non-recyclables into one trash can, not restocking the restrooms and not cleaning the lunchroom. Responding to Councilmember Kerry, the Public Works Director advised that staff will ask the remaining bidders for a list of all the organizations for whom they have performed work. After some discussion on the bid process, it was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to: 1) authorize the Director of Public Works to issue a 30-day termination notice to Bell Building Maintenance Company, pursuant to the City of Cypress Custodial Contract terminating the contract effective May 1, 1996; however, reserving the right to rescind the notice at any time during the 30-day notice period; and 2) direct the Director of Public Works to, approximately 30 days from now at the April 22, 1996 City Council meeting, bring back for consideration an update on the contractor's performance through this period and possible rescinding of the termination notice, or confirmation of the notice and recommendation of award of a contract to the next lowest bidder. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Regarding Item NO. 13, Continuation of Consideration of Reinstituting City Newsletter, Councilmember Kerry asked what the arrangement was with Summit Ad Group. The Recreation and Park Director advised that the Group gives the District credit for the ads they produce in the brochure and the newsletter would be going out to bid for the new jolnt City Newsletter publication. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to: 1) include in the FiScal Year 1996-97 Budget the production of a quarterly City newsletter meeting the specifications outlined in the report~ 2) produce the first edition of the newsletter for mailing during August 1996; 3) solicit I)ids for production of the newsletter including services for layout and design, typesetting and printing; 4) include only black and white photography in the newsletter; and 5) authorize an extension of the current agreement with Summit Ad Group for production of the final edition of the District ACtivity Brochure. The motion unanin~ously carried by the following roll call vote: ORDIN~ It was ~ the fol Amen£ AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None NCES (Second Readin~l): ~oved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to order lowing ordinance read by title only, title as follows, and to adopt the ordinance ing Sections 5-1 and 5-2 of Chapter 5 of the Cypress City Code. ORDINANCE 945 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AMENDING SECTIONS 5- I AND 5-2 OF CHAPTER 5 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE, THEREBY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE FOLLOWING CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS THERETO: THE 1994 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS., THE 1994 EDITION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 939 AND RESOLUTION NO. 4563. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT~ 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to order the following ordinance read by title only, title as follows and to adopt the ordinance Amending Sections 5-3 and 5-4 to Chapter 5 of the Cypress City Code. ORDINANCE NO. 946 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AMENDING SECTIONS 5- 3 AND 5-4 TO CHAPTER 5 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE, THEREBY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE FOLLOWING CODES WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS THERETO: THE 1994 UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND THE 1994 UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 942. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to order the following ordinance read by title only, title as follows and to adopt the ordinance rescinding Ordinance NO. 888 and Amending Chapter 8 of the Cypress City Code. ORDINANCE NO. 947 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 888 AND AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE AND THEREBY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1993 EDITION, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 940 AND RESOLUTION NO. 4565. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to order the following ordinance ready by title only, title as follows, and to adopt the ordinance amending Chapter 19 of the Cypress City Code. ORDINANCE NO, 948 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 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA, AND HOT TUB CODE, THE 1988 EDITION OF TIlE UNIFORM SOLAR ENERGY CODE, AND THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE MATERIAL AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 941 AND RESOLUTION NO. 4561. The motion unanimously carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 Councilmember Kerry referred to the letter received today from the Edison Company which referred to an increase in rates that will be considered by the Public Utilities Commission on Wednesday. She requested that this item be placed on the Agenda as an urgency item. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to place this item on the Agenda as 29A. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Bowman recessed the meeting at 6:10 to allow the Council to enter into a Closed Session to discuss those agendized items of: Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6) Public Safety Employees and Public Works Maintenance Supervisors Associations; Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code 54957.6) TOp Management Personnel; Conference with Legal Counsel (Government Code Section 54956.9(b) One Anticipated Litigation and one Existing Litigation Case No. 751159, JOn Hockey. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney and staff members Bacock, Christoffels, DeCarlo, Kelly, Storey and Wicker. 7:30 P.M. SESSION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Cecilia Age led the pledge. PRESENTATIONS: Mr. Gary Tekely, Manager of Union Bank of Cypress presented a check to Recreation and Park District Director Marvin DeCarlo for the Youth Basketball Program. Ms. Lisa Dunn, Corporate Relations Manager for Mitsubishi MOtOr Sales Corporation of America began the presentation by introducing Mr. John Saliture. Mr. and Mrs. Saliture presented to Chief Wicker and the Cypress Police Department one eyewitness industrial grade patrol car surveillance system in memory of their daughter Allison who was killed by a drunk driver. Mr. Saliture thanked Mitsubishi MOtOrs, Lisa Dunn and Western Area Director of Sales Gary Phelps for their help. RECESS: Mayor Bowman recessed the meeting at 8:00 p.m. and reconvened at 8:05 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. The City Manager reviewed discussions held during the Workshop Session on the City of Cypress' Investment Policy and he then recapped those actions taken by the Council during the 5:30 part of the Agenda. The City Attorney reviewed discussions held during Closed Session on the two agendized items of Conference with Labor Negotiators, and Conference with Legal Counsel on one anticipated and one existing litigation. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: FOr Clarification of Matters on the 7:30 P.M. Agenda. MS. Kathy Simcox, 6143 Trinidad Avenue, Cypress, asked for clarification on Item NO. 21, Establishing Regulations for Noncommercial Signs, including Political Signs. She had several questions that she would like considered before the April 8 City Council meeting. She would like this matter discussed before the March election. Mr. Don Wesling, 11431 Anegada Street, Cypress, asked if the reason Item No. 21 was continued because the City Attorney had to investigate the surrounding cities' laws. At this point, the City Attorney stated the reason the item was continued was because he had very strong concerns regarding the procedures for cost recovery and the first amendment issue, not what the law is in other cities. There are specified first amendment constitutional rights that are involved in the implementation of a cost recovery procedure. Mr. Wesling congratulated Police Chief Wicker. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 Mr. Rosendo Subias, 11465 Culebra Street, Cypress, asked why Item No. 19, general plan amendment and zone change, was delayed until now. If the property was made residential, it meant that the developers run Cypress, not the citizens. CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 95-1 AND ZONE CHANGE NO. 95-1, 9737-61 WALKER STREET, AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 95-2 AND ZONE CHANGE NO. 95-2, 9731 WALKER STREET: Mayor Bowman opened the public hearing. The City Manager asked the Community Development Director to present the staff report. The Community Development Director advised that she would be itemizing communications that had been received from neighboring residents up until this evening. FOr the record, the following neighbors had submitted correspondence. On October 10, 1995, Mr. Richard Huettl, 5468 Hanover Drive, requested RS 6000 for consistency in the surrounding neighborhood, ample parking, and was concerned about multi-family adjacent to single family residences. On November 14, 1995, correspondence was received from Eric and Lynn Burk opposing the rezoning of the property to RM 15. Correspondence dated January 3, 1996 from a concerned neighbor showing a 10 foot easement and indicating high density buildings would cause parking problems on Rome Street. Pastor Billy Lawrence representing the Church of Christ, 9771 Walker Street, wrote a letter dated January 31, 1996, listing a number of reasons why they urged approval of the development of the property. Correspondence received February 9, 1996 from Mr. and Mrs. Eric Burk, 5423 Rome Avenue, felt that RS 4000 represented a reasonable compromise. Another letter was received from the Church of Christ on March 6, 1996 again urging approval of the development of the property as proposed. On March 8, 1996, a petition was received from Jim Klaus, 5434 Rome Avenue, with 14 signatures, to clarify the opinions of the residents on Rome Avenue and Street on the proposed development. A le~er was received from the Burks today advising of the recision of their previous agreement with Mr. Desai which will be given to the Council. She then referred to the staff report dated February 28, 1996, indicating that requests were first submi~ed to the City Council in September of 1995. At that time, issues of spot zoning and the compatibility of a project developing 20 units adjacent to a commercial site and a single-family residential zone, were the primary issues of concern. At the Council meeting of January 22, 1996, staff presented a report in order to receive direction from City Council and obtain public testimony on the revised proposal of General Plan Amendment No. 95-1/Zone Change No. 95-1 and City-initiated General Plan Amendment NO. 95-2/Zone Change No. 95-2. Staff had provided an overview of the different land use and zone change alternatives. Upon receipt of public testimony, staff requested further direction from City Council on proceeding with General Plan Amendment No. 95-1/Zone Change No. 95-1 and General Plan Amendment No. 95-2/Zone Change No. 95-2. The various exhibits of the different land use alternatives were projected on the screen and questions from Council were answered. After the presentation, there was a discussion on driveway and street widths. The applicant, Mr. Mahendra Desai, 1150 Orangethorpe, #112, Placentia, commented in response to various issue debated during earlier meetings and various options presented by the staff. He illustrated the compatibility of the proposed development with the surrounding neighborhood by explaining how some of the neighbors' concerns would be mitigated. He urged the Council to change the zoning on the property. Councilmember Jones believed that the Council should consider a low density project because that is in the best interest of the City. Mayor Bowman asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the proposed project. Mr. DOn Brooks, 9740 Rome Street, Cypress, said that he had sent a letter to the Community Development Director in October and never received a response. But, he indicated in that letter he was not opposed to the project. Mr. Howard Nista, 9750 Rome Street, Cypress, expressed his dilemma whether to speak in support of or opposition to the project. He would prefer to have residential rather than commercial zoning on the properly/. He asked if the residential zoning were approved, could a different project be proposed rather than what is before the Council tonight. NO one else spoke in favor of the project. Mayor Bowman then asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the project. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 Mr. Chuck Schmid, 9681 Glenbrook Street, Cypress, wished to challenge some of the figures that were given on the square footage of some of the neighboring homes. Mr. Richard Huettl, 5468 Hanover Drive, Cypress, asked for clarification of the various aspects on the issues of a zone change and a specific plan for the property, which was explained by the Community Development Director. Mr. Huettl said that Cypress is one of the few cities' without a Planning Commission; and he wondered if the City should consider having such a Commission. He commented on the gate, the private road, the Fire Department, ingress and egress onto Walker Street, lot size and he would recommend RS 5000 as a compromise. Mr. JOe Sheep, Cypress, expressed his opposition to this development because it would not be compatible with the neighborhood. He preferred RS 6000 zoning. Mr. Henry Livingston, 5408 Hanover Drive, Cypress, said it is still a high density, RS 4000, skinny street project. He urged the Council to consider very carefully approving a project under 5,000 square feet. Mr. Sam Vena, 5398 Hanover Drive, Cypress, stated that he did not support this proposed project. He did support the RS 6000 zoning but would accept the RS 5000, but not less. He commented that the present commercial zoning was not a concern to him. Mr. Eric Burk, 5423 Rome Avenue, Cypress, clarified the decision to rescind an agreement he made with the developer because it may not be in the best interest of the neighborhood or the City of Cypress. He strongly supported the RS 5000 zoning and urged the Council to minimize the difference in density. Mr. Mark Holmes, 54?8 Hanover Drive, cypress, stated he did not approve of the proposed project and would like to see a lower density project such as RS 6000, but would accept RS 5000. Mr. Ko Chen, 5458 Hanover Drive, Cypress, commented that he loved the City but did not like the proposed project. If the project were approved, he would probably move. MrS. Lynn Burk, 5423 Rome Avenue, Cypress, expressed her opposition to the proposed project and encouraged the Council to consider a low density project. Mr. Desai reported that the numbers he quoted had been obtained from the public records and he did not wish to offend anyone. The Mayor recessed the meeting at 9:45 p.m. and reconvened at 9:55 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. Mayor Bowman announced that there were two options for the Council, one would be to deny the application and the second would be continuation to a workshop. It was moved by Councilmember Age to continue this item to a Council workshop to be conducted as soon as possible and provide staff with direction, if agreed to by the applicant and MrS. Trautman, on RS 5000 zoning. Mr. Desai said that they have made an application for a zone change with a specific plan and MrS. Trautman does not want to change. If the application is denied, Mrs. Trautman wanted the property to remain commercially zoned. MrS. Trautman, the property owner, stated she has never complained about churches, houses or tracts and she urged the Council to approve the zoning for the 15 homes with RS 4000 zoning or deny the project. Councilmember Age withdrew her motion. It was moved by Councilmember Jones to deny General Plan Amendment No. 95-1 and Zone Change No. 95-1 and withdraw General Plan Amendment No. 95-2 and Zone Change No. 95-2. Councilmember Age asked Councilmember Jones to amend her motion to include "deny without prejudice" so the applicant can return. She would vote "no" because even though she wanted a compromise to RS 5000, she believed the RS 6000 was high and she felt badly that it was "either/or." Councilmember Carroll commented that it seemed that with the RS 5000 zoning, there could be a change to residential and the developer has built some nice projects. He would vote "no" on the project as 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 currently proposed because the 15 homes are too dense for the area. Councilmember Jones agreed to amend her motion to include the wording, "to deny without prejudice," she felt there could be a compromise with RS 5000 and it could be taken under consideration. Councilmember Kerry expressed her disappointment that this was an all or nothing situation and she had desired to have a workshop session. There are some major concerns that need to be addressed but the Council has not had the opportunity to consider them; however, she felt the Council had no choice and she seconded the motion. Mayor Bowman believed there was room for the applicant to work with the Council and would hope that the applicant and owner would reconsider. Mr. Desai reported that Mrs. Trautman would consider a continuation to a workshop session. Councilmember Jones withdrew her motion and Councilmember Kerry withdrew her second. Mayor Bowman called for a recess at 10:05 p.m. and reconvened the Council meeting at 10:08 p.m. It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to continue the public hearing to a workshop session to be held at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 1996 in the Council Chamber. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 93-3, SIX MONTH EXTENSION OF CHURCH USE OPERATIONS, PENDING COMPLETION OF EXTERIOR SITE IMPROVEMENTS, JOONG ANG KOREAN CHURCH OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, 6381 BALL ROAD: The public hearing was opened by Mayor Bowman. The Community Development Director summarized the staff report dated March 5, 1996, which represented a request by the Joong Ang Korean Church of Southern California, for a six month extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 93-3, in order to allow an existing church use to continue to operate pending completion of required exterior site improvements. A church use was originally approved at this location in May of 1993. Conditional Use Permit No. 93-3 previously expired under this provision and was renewed in March of 1995. Since the renewal, the subject has completed the required interior site improvements. However, the applicant/church claims that due to funding and weather constraints, the church has not yet completed the exterior site improvements required as conditions of approval. Therefore, the applicant/church is requesting the proposed time extension. According to the California Environmental Quality Act, no additional environmental documentation is necessary for this permit extension. Although the applicant has had difficulty completing the site improvements required as conditions of approval for their church use, staff feels that the church has made significant progress over the past year by completing required interior site improvements. Additionally, with the provision of improvement phasing deadlines required as new conditions of approval, staff feels the applicant/church will complete all necessary site improvements within an additional six months. Notices of this public hearing were posted, published and mailed to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject parcel. To date, staff has not received any communication regarding the proposed project. The City A~orney clarified that the conditions of approval will govern because there is an existing conditional use permit and if it is extended there are entitlements to a CUP. The Council would have to take action to revoke the permit for failure to comply in which case the entitlements are revoked. Mr. Plus Kim, architect for the Joong Ang Church, 6381 Ball Road, Cypress, introduced Mr. Wang an administrative member of the church. Mr. Kim advised the Council that Pastor Shim could not attend the meeting because he was called out of town. He explained the two reasons for requiring an extension on the permit. 9 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 The Community Development Director remarked that since Pastor Shim was representing the church, staff would need, for the record, the assurance that Mr. Kim has the authority to speak on behalf of the church. Councilmember Carroll asked Mr. Kim if he had the authority to approve a grading contract and Mr. Kim responded in the negative. Mayor Bowman asked for a ruling from the City Attorney. The City Attorney asked Mr. Kim if he was the current architect for the church and if Pastor Shin had asked him to appear before Council tonight. Mr. Kim answered in the affirmative. The City Attorney then asked Mr. Kim if he had the authority to accept the conditions stated and Mr. Kim said he did not. The City Attorney then ruled that the extension could not be discussed further and the public hearing needed to be continued. It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to continue the public hearing to the Council meeting of March 25, 1996. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman None None CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR NONCOMMERCIAL SIGNS, INCLUDING POLITICAL SIGNS: Mayor Bowman referred to the staff report dated March 6, 1996, in which the City Attorney requested that this matter be continued. Councilmember Carroll commented that there needed to be a workshop on the Trautman property, some redevelopment property, consideration of a new General Plan and the Council had many important issues to decide. He moved that this item be tabled. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion failed with the following roll call vote: AYES: 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll and Jones NOES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Kerry and Bowman ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None It was moved by Councilmember Kerry to continue this item to the Council meeting of April 8, 1996. Councilmember Jones asked if the public hearing could be opened and Mayor Bowman responded in the negative. Councilmember Age seconded the motion to continue. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Kerry and Bowman NOES: 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll and Jones ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Age inquired if the Councilmembers were precluded from calling the City Attorney and asking questions regarding the proposed ordinance and the City Attorney replied in the negative. CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CITY OF CYPRESS INVESTMENT POLICY: The City Manager asked the Finance Director to present the staff report dated March 5, 1996 on the City of Cypress Investment Policy. The Finance Director advised that a workshop session had been held earlier in the evening on this item and staff's recommendation was that the Council adopt the Resolution for the proposed Statement of Investment Policy as discussed during the workshop. Councilmember Jones said that she understood Council had not made a recommendation to approve. There was the one issue that the City Attorney was to be asked to comment on and that was the use of the broker-dealers. She had suggested that the Council have an opportunity to review and authorize the broker-dealers the City was using. The item would be continued until the City Attorney responded as to whether there was any Council liability on the issue of receive and file vs. an approval of broker-dealer list. The City Attorney would respond at the next meeting. It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to continue this item to the Council meeting of March 25, 1996. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11~ 1996 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Age remarked that whatever response the City Attorney gives, she would not vote for approving a broker-dealer list. The City has paid staff that compiles that list. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF QBH PARTNERS FOR COUNClL'S CONSIDERATION AND DETERMINATION REGARDING SIMILARITY OF PROJECT PLANS - SIX UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX, 8735 AND 8737 BELMONT STREET - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 95-19: The City Attorney presented the staff report dated March 6, 1996, which was a request from QBH Partners for the Council's consideration and determination regarding the similarity of project plans. He and City staff met with QBH Partners and Mr. Coby N. Keller of the law firm of Keller, Webber & Dobrott on February 27, 1996. Following the meeting, the applicants were advised by the City Attorney that the City Council would need to make the determination on whether the revised plans are not identical or substantially similar to the original plans submitted for this project, pursuant to Section 17.2-13 of the Cypress City Code. Under the Code the applicant does have the opportunity to request the Council to consider this new project plan. Mr. Coby N. Keller, representing Mr. Steve Cotteau of QBH Partners, 19900 MacArthur Blvd., 8th Floor, Irvine, said he was present to address any questions the Council might have regarding the position set forth in the communication. He asked that the Council consider not only the structural aspects but the changes from an architectural standpoint with regard to adapting the six units to blend with the surrounding neighborhood. Responding to Councilmember Carroll, the Community Development Director replied that there had been a discussion as to what is substantial and what is discretionary. Staff didn't feel that there was enough information to make the decision that there had been a substantial change. Councilmember Kerry said she believed the basis for substantial change was the footprint. The footprint is still the same and she had a problem with four feet between two buildings and her position was that the request be denied. Councilmember Age advised that she had originally voted "no" on the project but she believed the revised plans were a great improvement. She felt that the improvements were substantial enough that she would support the project. Councilmember Carroll agreed that the improvements made by the developer were substantial. Councilmember Jones' concern had been the traffic flow onto Merten, no parking places and no stop signs. ThoSe conditions had not changed and she would not support the request. It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Carroll that findings are there have been substantial changes made in the plans and that a public hearing be set. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll and Bowman 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Jones and Kerry 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF STORM DRAIN BOND ISSUE FOR THE NOVEMBER 1996 BALLOT: The City Manager requested the Public Works Director summarize the staff report dated March 5, 1996 which resulted from an oral report at the budget study session meeting of January 23 on a potential storm drain bond issue. Staff is now requesting Council confirmation on the dollar amount of that bond issue, authority to begin processing the documents necessary to place this issue on the November ballot and direction on what type of community outreach program should be initiated to promote the bond issue. The City Manager provided a brief history on the initial storm drain bond issue when several homeowner groups were approached. There are still some of those groups that could be contacted, school organizations, and the Chamber of Commerce. Staff can 11 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 proceed to acquire information for the public and he suggested that citizen input be considered. In response to a request from Councilmember Age, the Public Works Director outlined what improvements the City has made since the January 1995 flood. The City Manager advised that the urgency in this case is related to the Orange County fiscal condition. In the past, the City has received County funding for a number of storm facilities, but that has stopped. Any action taken in the future is going to require funding at the local level. Councilmember Kerry expressed the opinion that both the $10 million and $6 million bond issues should be placed on the ballot to give the citizens an option. Councilmember Jones stated she felt that two offerings would tend to confuse the voters and she felt it is important to proceed with the larger bond issue. After some discussion, Councilmember Carroll said he believed the protection of the infrastructure was probably the Number One responsibility of the City Council and he would support the $10 million bond issue. It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Jones to: Confirm that the City should place a $10 million storm drain bond issue on the November 1996 ballot. Authorize staff to begin processing the documents necessary to place this issue on the November ballot. o o Provide staff direction on the formation of a citizens committee to learn about and support the proposed bond issue on the November ballot. Recommend that staff work with the citizens committee on a community informational outreach program consisting of presentations on the proposed bond issue to community and homeowner associations, civic and business groups, and a series of evening community meetings to be held in the schools in the neighborhoods that will benefit most from the proposed storm drain improvements. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE ORDER OF BUSINESS OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS: The City Manager referred to the staff report dated March 5, 1996 which indicated that Councilmember Jones had requested that this matter be placed on the March 11, 1996 Council meeting for discussion. Attached to the report was a copy of the current Resolution which established the order of business for City Council meetings. Councilmember Jones requested this be on the agenda because she felt that awards of contracts and consent calendar review should be part of the cablecast meeting. She asked that this be placed on the agenda for Council input to consider changing the order of business. She mentioned a study session that would be open to the public. Councilmember Carroll said he would consider a different format for the first meeting of the month vs. the second meeting. He mentioned an hour for town hall/oral communications from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. once a month. At the second meeting of the month, have optional workshops or commission presentations from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., then have Closed Session at 6:30 p.m. He provided a written copy of the suggested order of business. Councilmember Age expressed concern about lack of time for Closed Session items. She suggested each Councilmember submit their ideas. Councilmember Jones suggested that each Councilmember bring their ideas to a workshop. Mayor Bowman concurred. It was moved by Councilmember Jones and seconded by Councilmember Age to continue this item to an April 1, 1996 workshop. In the meantime, each Councilmember 12 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 will submit any proposed realignment of Council meetings to staff for distribution. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE PROVIDING SUPPLEMENTAL, ADDITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE PROVISIONS TO THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 AND DECLARING A PUBLIC PURPOSE THEREFOR: The City Manager asked the Public Works Director to summarize the staff report dated March 1, 1996 to which was attached an ordinance that would allow the City to modify their existing 1919 Street Lighting ACt District (Cypress Lighting District NO. 2) to include as eligible expenses related public right-of-way lighting needs, such as traffic signals and park lighting. The proposed minor amendment outlined would not modify the means by which assessments are created or levied under the existing 1919 Street Lighting Act, nor create a means to collect additional revenue. It was the City Attorney's opinion that the City of Cypress, a charter city, may adopt an ordinance which either supplements or is different than the 1919 ACt. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to approve the first reading of the Ordinance by title only, title as follows, providing supplemental, additional and alternative provisions to the Street Lighting Act of 1919 and declaring a public purpose therefor. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 27A TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDING SUPPLEMENTAL, ADDITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE PROVISIONS TO THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 AND DECLARING A PUBLIC PURPOSE THEREFOR. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF UPCOMING VACANCIES ON THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION AND THE SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION: The City Manager presented the staff report dated March 6, 1996 naming Cultural Arts Commissioners Barbara BlOCh and Alicia Kimble as the two individuals on the Commission whose first four-year terms of office will expire on April 13, 1996 and May 28, 1996, respectively. They have both submitted communications expressing their interest in reappointment. Additionally, there will be two vacancies occurring on the Senior Citizens Commission. As provided in the City Code, Alternates Gordon Wibbert and Grace Crow will be elevated to fill those Commission vacancies, thus exhausting the Alternates list. It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to reappoint Barbara Bloch and Alicia Kimble to the Cultural Arts Commission for a second four-year term. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman None None It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Carroll to direct staff to advertise for four Alternates to the Senior Citizens Commission. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones and Bowman I COUNCILMEMBERS: Kerry 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION OF GENERAL PLAN REVIEW: The City Manager presented the staff report dated March 6, 1996 indicating that the City Council had requested that discussion be held regarding the General Plan. The General Plan is required to be amended every five years, which would mean adoption by the year 1998. The Community Development Director advised that there is an annual review that will be 13 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 given to the Council soon. Councilmember Kerry expressed particular concern about the area north of Forest Lawn. She believed some specific areas should be targeted if changes are warranted and then direction provided to staff on those areas. The Community Development Director said that direction can be given without waiting for the annual General Plan review. Councilmember Jones explained that this arose because there were questions about certain areas. Councilmember Carroll asked that staff identify some areas in the City on which Council action for a different policy or plan would be helpful. Councilmember Age suggested that the farm overlay for the northern area of Cypress be provided to Councilmembers Carroll and Jones so they are familiar with possible future planning in that sector. The Community Development Director advised that staff would provide a list of specific areas asking for Council direction. Due to the lateness of the hour, Councilmember Age moved and Councilmember Kerry seconded the motion to continue the Council meeting past 11:30 p.m. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LISTS FOR WARRANTS NO. 19613 - 19808: It was moved by Councilmember Age and seconded by Councilmember Kerry to approve the lists for Warrants No. 19613 through 19808 in the amount of $887,711.75. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Carroll, Jones, Kerry and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY RATES: Councilmember Kerry had asked that this item be added to the agenda and she referred to a communication received from the Edison Company indicating a Public Utilities Administrative Law Judge had proposed seasonal rates for both residential and small commercial customers. She understood that the Judge was taking this proposal under submission on Wednesday and she suggested that a leL~er be sent indicating that the Council has serious concerns about implementing seasonal rates. Councilmember Age suggested rather than have the Mayor send a letter expressing opposition, the letter should say that the Council is opposed to a decision on Wednesday without public testimony. Councilmember Jones expressed her opposition to the surcharge and she relied on the fact that the letter came from Southern California Edison. Mayor Bowman and Councilmember Carroll advised that there wasn't enough information given to express opposition to the proposed seasonal rates. It was moved by Councilmember Kerry and seconded by Councilmember Jones to send a letter requesting a delay on the implementation of seasonal rates until the City has had an opportunity to review the proposal. Councilmember Carroll asked that the Council reconsider the motion because the subject was unclear. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Age, Jones and Kerry 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Carroll and Bowman 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECESS: Mayor Bowman recessed the meeting at 11:40 p.m. and reconvened at 11:45 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters NOt on the Agenda. Mr. Don Wesling, 11431 Anegada Street, Cypress, asked for clarification on the continuation of the public hearing on establishing regulations for noncommercial signs, including political signs. Mayor Bowman responded that the hearing was continued to the April 8, 1996 meeting. He mentioned that a truck was double parked in the red zone on Warland Drive at 11:30 p.m. last Saturday night with its motor running and lights flashing. He reported that a truck from Shaw came off of Orangewood Avenue and turned north onto Valley View Street. He mentioned the possible illegal placement of Councilmember Age's signs, water bill and posting of political signs on public rights- of-way. 14 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 1996 Ms. Kathy Sirecox, 6143 Trinidad Avenue, Cypress, expressed concern about the posting of Councilmember Age's political signs. She called neighboring cities to determine if the posting of her signs were in violation of their ordinances. She said that Councilmember Age has tried to impose strict rules in Cypress yet she continues to violate the City's ordinance. She mentioned that Mayor Bowman's real estate signs were placed in the public right-of-way and if they are a hazard, they shouldn't be allowed there. She also mentioned Councilmember Kerry's involvement and her enlistment of other persons to remove political signs during the recent election. Councilmember Age responded that the County and the State governed the placement of signs for an Assembly seat, not the City and she proceeded to state that permission had been granted to post her signs. She said it was not the right of Ms. Sirecox to tear down her political signs. Councilmember Kerry said, for the record, that she enlisted no one in the removal of political signs. Whoever took signs down, did it on their own. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: FOr Matters Not on the Agenda. None were presented. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Bowman adjourned the meeting at 12 midnight to 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 25, 1996 for a workshop session on General Plan Amendment No. 95-1. ATTEST: MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS 15