Minutes 99-06-14CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF CYPRESS
June 14, 1999
CLAIMS - Reject claim, Howard Kenyon
CODES - Adopt Ordinances - Building, Fire, Electrical and Plumbing Codes
COMMISSIONS - Appoint new commissioners - Traffic and Cultural Arts Comm.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS - Continue C.U.P. 99-1 - Auto Rep./Towing Proj.
5640 Lincoln Avenue
- Deny C.U.P. 99-2 - Request to Estab. Adult Day
Care Center - 4470 Lincoln Ave.
FINANCE - Approve Commercial Warrant List Nos. 37853-38069
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 - Appv. Eng, Rept. & Sched. Public Hearing - City of Cypress Project No. 8615-90
PARKS (Nature Park) - Accept Wrought Iron Fence - P.W. Proj. 98-14
(Arnold/Cypress) - Waive Fees for use by Cypress Boys & Girls Club
- Appv. Changes to Park Renovation Proj.
POLICE DEPT. - Authorize Replacement of Police Patrol Sedan
Renew ARS/Dispatch Contract with City of West Covina
Receive/file response to Police Services Study
STREET IMPROVEMENTS - Lincoln Ave. Proj.-Author~ze fee waivers for Temp. Signage
- Appv. P.W. Proj. 9905 - Resurfacing streets
- Appv. Change Orders 16-25 - Lincoln Ave. P.W. Proj. 9805
- Appv. Agmt. Co. of Orange - Phase 3 Cypress Acres
P.W. Proj. 9836
VARIANCE - Continue Var. No. 99-1 - Request to Allow Overnight Parking 5640 Lincoln
Avenue
WEED ABATEMENT - Adopt Reso. for Phase 2 Weed Abatement Program
YOUTH COMMISSIONERS - Appv. Appointment of Youth Commissioners
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
JUNE 14, 1999
A regular meeting of the City of Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:30
p.m. In the Board ROOm, West Wing of City Hall, 5275 Orange Street, Cypress, California, by
Mayor Keenan.
PRESENT
Councilmembers MCCOy, MCGIII, SOndhi, MayorPro Tem Plercy, Mayor
Keenan.
INTERVIEW SESSION:
The City Council conducted interviews of four candidates in order to appoint
Commissioners to fill the vacancies created on the Traffic and Cultural Arts Commissions.
RECESS:
At 6:07 p.m., Mayor Keenan recessed the meeting to the City Council Chamber
Conference Room, to enable the Council to enter Into Closed session to discuss the three
agendlzed Items.
7:00 P.M. SESSION: The Mayor reconvened the meeting at 7:05 p.m.
PRESENT: Councilmembers MCCOV, MCGIII, SOndhl, Mayor Pro Tern Pieroy, Mayor
Keenan. AlSO present were City Manager Ochenduszko, Clty Attorney Wynder, and staff
members Liu, HensleV, DeCarlo, Scholl, and Angus.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Keenan led the Pledge of Allegiance, noting that the date was June 14, 1999,
Flag Day. He said he wished to break with tradition by leading the pledge himself, in
honor of the day 222 years ago, when the Continental Congress adopted the Stars &
Stripes as the official flag of the United States.
INVOCATION:
Pastor Dale B. Johnson, Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, gave the invocation.
PRESENTATIONS:
Presentation of Community Service Plaque to Former Cultural Arts Commissioner
Linda Sunley.
A presentation of a Community Service Plaque for former Cultural Arts
Commissioner Llnda Sunley had been scheduled. However, Mayor Keenan advised that
MrS. Sunley had a conflict in her schedule that evening which precluded her from
attending. The plaque will therefore be presented to her at a later date by Recreation &
Parks Director DeCarlo. Councilmember McGIII stated that the people of Cypress were
indebted to Mrs. Sunley for her contributions to the Cultural Arts Commission, the BOYS' &
Girls' Club of Cypress, and to other community organizations which she has Served.
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation to Pastor Dale B. Johnson on HIS Retirement.
Commending him on his many years of community service and hls years of serving
the congregation of the Calvary Lutheran Church, Mayor Keenan presented Pastor
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Because of time constraints, discussion of the remaining two Closed Session
agenda Items (Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (CaLGovt. Code
§54956.9[a], Via Maria, Inc., v. City of Cypress, et aL); and Liability Claims (CaLGovt. Code
.~54956.95 - Howard Kenyon, claimant) were deferred to immediately following the City
Council Meeting, when the Council would again recess into Closed Session.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Limited to One-Half Hour
Speaking Once.
Three Minutes Per Speaker;
Mayor Keenan made the following announcements:
In regard to the shooting of an Orange County DepUty Sheriff in Lake Forest over
the weekend, a candlelight vigil ls being held on June 14, 1999, at 7:30 p.m., In Lake Forest
at Village Pond Park. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, June 16, at 10:00 a.m. Also, a
memorial website has been established at www.aocds.org, and the memorial will lnciude
an opportunity for anyone to leave thelr thoughts. Detalls will be available In the city
Clerk's office.
Acknowledged donations made to the D.A.R.E. Program, the Soroptimist
International of Cypress, and the Women's Club of Cypress.
The City Council will be holding a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 21, 1999,
from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Arnold/Cypress Pavilion at 8611 Watson Street, near the corner
of Watson and Crescent. He stated that the meeting will be conducted In an informal
setting, to encourage the public to interact and have access to City officials. The main
topics will include recent improvements to the Arnold/Cypress Park and Y2K compliance.
Details will be available in the Cypress City Clerk's office.
The Mayor wished to commend four Cypress Girl Scouts who had earned the Silver
Award: HillarV BASS, Kristin FUqUa, Robin Smith and Emille Sova, as well as three Girl Scouts
who had earned the Gold Award: ValeFie ruts, KlmberlV Feistman and JoVce Mealey. The
latter awards were presented at Cypress High School by Councilmember MCGIII, MayOr Pro
Tern PiercV and Mayor Keenan.
The Mayor reported that the Cypress Summer Concert Season opened with the
Cypress Pops Orchestra presenting "A Blast from the Past"; an excellent program. He
encouraged everyone to attend these concerts, the next of which Is scheduled for
Saturday, June 26th at 6:00 p.m. At this time, a Beatles "sound-alike" group, "The Fab FOUr",
will be performing.
Councilmember MCGIII echoed the sentiments expressed by the Mayor In regard to
the Girl Scouts winning awards. He said that he was talking with one of the Girl Scout
DiStrict Directors, and these were the first awards of this type glven In a five-year period.
He noted that it would be nice if these awards were given the same amount of attention
as the Courts of Honor held for Eagle Scouts.
Councilmember MCGill also mentioned that he had received a letter requesting
that a room in the Senior Center be named in honor of Grace Lachlna, and asked that
staff investigate the possibility of doing so. The City Manager responded that a report
regarding this request will be completed and presented to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tern Piercy said that she and Councilmember MCGill had artended an
Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Christopher J.D. Sharpe, who organized and completed a
fingerprint identification program for young children between the ages of 4 and 11 as his
Eagle Project. She added that it Was Very rewarding to attend ceremonies for deserving
young people.
The Mayor then opened the floor for comments from the public, and reminded
those present to complete a City of Cypress- Speaker Address Form.
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Park was the worst possible location in the City of Cypress for such a use, because he lives
close to the park. Mr. Hendricks said that he was a 33-year Cypress resident, and that the
types of problems he anticipates with the Skate Park, were experienced previously with
the old Teen Center. Mr. Hendricks had a petition in opposition to the use which had
been signed by many residents, which he Submitted for the record. He requested that
the Skate Park issue be placed on a future agenda.
The Mayor informed Mr. Hendricks that it will be presented on a future agenda,
once the necessary preliminary steps for the project have been completed.
Joe Hardcastle of Cypress introduced himself. Mr. Hardcastle registered his
complaints about the condition of the road in the Lincoln Street project. He felt that the
landscaping currently being done should have waited until after the street was finished.
The City Manager told Mr. Hardcastle that the Public Works Director would contact him
about this problem the following day.
TOm LaCy, another Cypress resident, addressed the Council. Mr. Lacy's concern was
with the lack of sidewalks along Lincoln Avenue "on the left side of Lincoln as one enters
from Hawaiian Gardens" in front of Forest Lawn. He felt that a sidewalk should be
installed for safety purposes. The Mayor observed that the original decision not to install
sidewalks in the area was based upon the premise that there was very little pedestrian
traffic in the location. He advised that the project did not encroach Into Hawaiian
Gardens, but to the border of Cypress which encompasses property to the far side of the
bridge.
AWARD OF CONTRACTS
Item NO. 1. Award of Contract to Replace Damaged Police Patrol Sedan.
Police Chief HensleV explained that this item represented a request to replace a
destroyed police vehicle, Unit 657, which was involved In a collision with a DUI driver in
May of 1999. Three independent appraisers classified Unit 657 as a total loss. The
Department was requesting that the totaled unit be replaced with an Identical vehicle.
Staff intends to outfit the new vehicle with salvaged emergency equipment from the
destroyed vehicle.
The Chief noted that the City allows the bidding process to be dispensed with
when purchases are effected through formal contracts with other agencies. He stated
that in this case, the vehicle can be purchased under the County of Los Angeles contract
with Wondries Fleet in Alhambra.
The Chief also pointed out that the City is seeking restitution for replacement of
the vehicle from the owner of the vehicle involved in the collision which destroyed Unit
657. Staff was therefore recommending that the City Council approve the replacement
of the unit with an identical 1999 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor under the LOS
Angeles County Contract for an amount not to exceed $24,671.00 from Wondries Fleet in
Alhambra. Also, he requested that the Council authorize the appropriate fund transfers
as outlined in the staff report, and appropriate $26,000.00 for the new vehicle, associated
equipment, and set-up costs.
The Mayor wished to ensure that every legal option regarding the recovery of
costs was being pursued by the City; the Chief assured him that they were.
A motion was then made bV Mayor Pro Tern Piercy and seconded bv
Councilmember Sondhl, that the City Council:
1. Approve the replacement of Unit 657 with a 1999 Ford Crown Victoria Police
Interceptor under the County of LOS Angeles' Bid NO. 200205 for an amount not to exceed
$24,671.00 from Wondries Fleet Division, 1247 West Main Street, Alhambra, California,
91801; and
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Item No. 2. Renewal of Contract with the city of West covlna to Provide All-
Inclusive Automated Records Management System and Computer-Aided DiSpatCh System.
The Police Chief presented the staff report on this request, providing the
following background: In May Of 1985, the City entered into an agreement with the CIty
of West covina to provide CAD and RMS services. The contract has been renewed each
year; and the cost of the contract has Increased over the past year. For the fiscal year
1999-2000, the cost of the contract is estimated to be $52,500.00. The contract is
necessary in order for the Police Department to provide dispatch services and to
maintain a records management system. Staff was therefore recommending approval of
renewal of the contract with the City of West Covina. The expenditures Include software
maintenance.
Councilmember McGill wanted to know whether the system was Y2K compliant.
He was informed by the Chief that the CAD system is Y2K compliant. They arestill
working on the records management system (RMS) portion to ensure its compliance, and
it should be completed by the end of July.
Councilmember MCCOV questioned the significant jump in the fees outlined in the
terms of the contract between the last fiscal year and the current fiscal period. The Chief
responded that the increase was because the current software was a DOS-based program,
which was being converted to a Windows format--a very expensive project--for the
entire system. Councilmember MCCOy asked whether other options for providing the
dispatch and records management services had been examined. The Chief stated that
the West-Comm partners have met on occasion to determine the long-term needs, which
will continue to be Investigated. At this time, there is no other vlable option.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Plercy, seconded by Councilmember McCoy,
and carried by the following roll call vote that the CIty Council renew the contract with
the City of West Covina to continue providing services associated with their CAD/RMS
system as provided for in the contract; and that expenditures for this contract are not to
exceed S52,500 for annual fees and software maintenance.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoy, McGIII, Sondhi, Plercy, Keenan
None
None
APPOINTMENTS:
Item NO. 2(a). Appointment of Commissioners to Traffic Commission and
Cultural Arts Commission.
The Mayor advised that he would like to have the appointments of the new Traffic
and Cultural Arts Commissioners formally added to the agenda. The City Attorney advised
that a motion be made "to add formal appointment of cultural Arts and Traffic
Commission appointees based on the need to take action at the night's council meeting,
due to the Inadvertent omission of the item from the formal agenda." He suggested that
the item be added right after "Award of Contracts" and immediately prior to "Consent
Calendar." The City Attorney advised that it would take a two-thirds vote of the Council
to add it to the agenda.
A motion was made by Mayor Keenan, seconded by Councilmember MCGilI, and
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote that the formal appointment of
Cultural Arts Commission and Traffic Commission appointees be added to the agenda,
based on the need to take action at the nlght's Council meeting, due to the lnadvertent
omission of the Item from the meeting agenda:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoy, McGilI, Sondhi, PlercV, Keenan
None
None
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CONSENTCALENDAR
All matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be considered by
the City council to be routine and wlll be enacted by one motion approved the
recommendations listed on the Agenda.
Mayor Keenan requested that Item Nos. 6 and 14 be pulled from the Consent
Calendar.
Councilmember Sondhl asked that Item Nos. 8, 9 and 10 be removed for discussion.
It was moved by Councilmember MCGill and seconded bV Councilmember Pieroy to
approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3-14, with the exception of Item NOS. 6, 8, 9, 10 and
14. The motion was unanimously carried bV the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoy, McGilI, Sondhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
3. Approval of City Council Minutes of May 24, 1999.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of May 24, 1999, as submitted.
4. Motion to Introduce and/or Adopt All Ordinances and Resolutions Presented for
Consideration by Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
5. Adoption of Resolutions Commending Girl Scouts Valerle Eurs, Klmberly
Feistman, and Joyce Mealey on attaining the GOld Award.
Recommendation: That the City COuncil adopt the Resolutions by title only, titles
as follows, commending Girl Scouts Valede Eurs, Klmberly Feistman and Joyce Mealey on
attaining the Gold Award.
Resolution No. 5097
A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Cypress, Commending Girl Scout Valetie Eurs
on attaining the Gold Award
Resolution No. 5098
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cypress, commending Girl Scout Kimberly
Feistman on attaining the Gold Award
Resolution NO. 5099
A Resolution of the City Council of the CIty of Cypress, Commending Girl Scout Joyce
Mealey on attaining the Gold Award.
Item No. 7. Approval of Design Specifications and Authorization to Advertise for
Bids for the 1998-99 Resurfaclng of Residential Streets, Public Works Project NO. 9905.
Recommendation: That the City Council (I) approve the design specifications for
the 1998-99 resurfacing of residential streets, and (2) authorize City staff to advertise the
project for bids.
Item NO. 11. Approval of Contract Change Order NOS. 16 through 25 for the
Lincoln Avenue Streetscape, Public Works Project No. 9805.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Contract Change Order Nos. 16
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Recommendation: That the City Council accept the appointment of the seven
candidates to serve on the Youth Commission, and one candidate to serve as an Alternate
CommiSsioner, as recommended by the Recreation and Community Services Commission.
Item No. 6. Continuation of Approval of the City Engineer's Report and Renewal
of Cypress Corporate Center Landscape Maintenance District No. I for the Landscaped
Berm on the North Side of the Stanton Channel, City of Cypress Project No. 8615-9fi.
This item was pulled from the agenda at the request of Mayor Keenan. The Mayor
sought clarification regarding the recommendation for this item. The Interim Public
Works Director responded that the intent of the recommendation was to give notice that
a public hearing on the item was being scheduled for July 12, 1999, In order to give the
adjacent property owners the opportunity to protest the assessment involved if they had
objections thereto. The Mayor reported that a number of residents and affected
businesses had communicated to him that the quality of maintenance on the berm 'was
not always acceptable. The Public Works Director advised that the work was completed
by an outside contractor. The Mayor questioned when the current contract would
expire, and whether the Council would have an opportunity to review any bids
submitted. The City Manager said that staff's recommendation would be that bids be
accepted on the project, rather than only consider renewal of the current contract which
has almost expired. The City Manager also reported that the berm maintenance was not
up to expectations, and that those concerns are being expressed to Golden Bear
Arborists, the current contractor.
Councilmember MCCOy asked if there were a mechanism in place to require
periodic monitoring of contracted services. The Pubtic Works Director reported that was
a responsibility the Public Works Director and other managers in the Public Works
Department.
A motion was made by Mayor Keenan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Plercy that
the City Councll adopt the Resolutions, by titles only, titles as follows, approving the City
Englneer's Report and establishing a public heating for July 12, 1999, declaring the City
Council's intention to order the renewal of Cypress Corporate Center Landscape
Maintenance DiStrlCt NO. 1 for the maintenance of the landscaping Irrigation system on
the berm on the north side of the Stanton Channel.
Resolution No. 5100
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cypress, California,
Approving the City Engineers Report dated June 14, 1999,
in Connection with the Renewal of Cypress Corporate Center
Landscape Maintenance District NO. I
Resolution NO. 5101
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cypress, California,
Declaring its Intention to Order the Renewal of Cypress Corporate Center
Landscape Maintenance DistriCt No. I for Fiscal Year 1999-00,
Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and
Fixing a Time and Place for Hearing Objections Thereto
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
MCCOy, McOilI, Sondhl, Plercy, Keenan
None
None
Item NO. 8. Acceptance of Construction of a Wrought Iron Fence at the Nature
Park on Ball Road and Via Largo, Public Works Project No. 98-14.
Councilmember Sondhi requested that this item be pulled from the Consent
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22"a and AUgUSt 19tn; Tuesdays and ThurSdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will also be
open on Saturdays - May 15tn, June 12tn and 19m, and July 19th and August 21s~, from 10:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern PiercV requested that the above dates be posted at the
Nature Park, If not already done so.
Councilmember Sondhi thanked Mr. Scholl for his assistance, and expressed her
concurrence with the Mayor as to the site improvement.
A motion was made by Councilmember Sondhi, seconded bV Councilmember
McCoV, and carried by the following roll call vote, that the CtW Council: (1) accept the
Nature Park fence installation, Public Works Project No. 9814, as being satisfactorily
completed in conformance with the project specifications in the amount of $48,810.50;
(2) approve Contract Change Order NO. I in the amount of $2,900.00; (3) approve the flnai
retention payment of $4,881.05 to ACe Fence Co., 15135 Salt Lake Avenue, City of Industry,
California, 91746-3316, 35 days after the Notice of Completion is filed, If no claims or
objections have been filed, and upon the Director of Public Works' concurrence; and (4)
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 concurrence of the Director of Public Works.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
MCCOV, McGilI, Sondht, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
Item NO. 9. Approval of Agreement with County of Orange for the Construction
of Phase 3 Improvements for Cypress Acres, Public Works Project No. 9836.
This item was also pulled at the request of Councilmember Sondhl. She explained
that she requested it be pulled primarily because it demonstrated the profound
creatlvity of the City Staff in facilitating the progress of Phase 3 of the drainage/street
Improvements for Cypress Acres. The Mayor expressed his concurrence, and explained
that the project was in an old County area, with narrow streets, rough curbs and no
sidewalks, and that It had been annexed by the city of Cypress.
Councilmember MCGIII requested input from the City Manager as to the County's
commitment In regard to the property. The CIty Manager explained that this particular
area of the City is in a unique situation, in that it is located In a County of Orange
Redevelopment Project Area. The City did not also assume responsibility for the
redevelopment project when it annexed the property. Significant Infrastructure
improvements, which the County of Orange had planned to complete prior to Its
bankruptcy, were required.. Phases 1 and 2 of the redevelopment were completed prior
to Orange County's bankruptcy. After the bankruptcy was filed, Phases 3 and 4 were
postponed indefinitely.
City representatives then met with representatives of orange County, and
requested that funding be located in order to complete the project. Ultimately, the city
of Cypress committed S100,000 and the County produced $300,000 to enable completion
of the project.
A motion was made by Councilmember Sondhi, seconded by Councilmember
McCoy, and passed by the following roll call vote that the City council of the city of
Cypress approve the Agreement with the County of Orange for the construction of Phase
3 improvements for Cypress Acres, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoy, McGilI, Sondhi, Plercy, Keenan
None
None
Item No. 10. Acceptance and Assessment for Abatement of Seasonal and
Recurring Weeds for Phase II Of the 1998-99 Program.
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owners fall to pay the amounts due, a lien amount will be added to the offending
property owner's taxes.
A motion was made bV Councilmember Sondhl, seconded by Councilmember
McGill, and carried by the following roll call vote that the city council: (1) accept the work
of the weed and rubbish abatement as being satisfactorily completed in accordance with
the specifications for the work; 2) adopt the Resolution confirming the weed abatement
assessments and imposing special assessments as a lien on the parcels listed on Exhibit "A";
bV title only, title as follows; 3) authorize the Mayor to sign the Special Assessments
Certification statement; and 4) approve the contract cost with Gardner Tractor Service,
10552 Chestnut Avenue, Stanton, California 90680, in the amount of $4,654.06:
Resolution No. 5102
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cypress, California,
Confirming the Report of Costs of Abatement of Weeds, Rubbish, Refuse, Dirt
and Public Nuisances, and Imposing Special Assessments as Liens on
Parcels wlthln the City of Cypress
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
MCCOy, McGill, Sondhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
The Mayor said that prior to moving on to the next item, he wished to comment
on an item listed on the Consent Calendar relative to the appointment of Youth
commissioners. He advised that the following students had been selected by the
Recreation and Community Services Commission to serve on the Youth Commission:
Christopher Ahn, Billy English, Lauren HOvey, Erica McClure, Teddy Schwartz, Jason Sondhl,
Victoria Wostenberg and Matthew Wallace. The latter student was appointed in the
capacity of Alternative Youth Commissioner. He expressed congratulations to all the
students on behalf of the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tern Piercy added that she was pleased to note that two of the young
men who applied for the Youth Commission were from Lexington Junior HIgh, 8t" Grade
Class. She stated that one of those young men had been appointed as alternate, and the
second one had been appointed to the Commission.
RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS:
14. Request for Waiver of Fees from the Boys and Girls Club of Cypress for Use of the
Arnold/Cypress Park MUltiDUrDOSe ROOm for a Summer Youth Pro.cjram, June 21, 1999,
through AUgUSt 27, 1999, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Keenan had requested that the above item be pulled from the Consent
Calendar. He first offered his congratulations on the expansion of the program bV the
Boys and Girls Club to include some at risk Juveniles in the summer activities.
He Stated that one of his concerns was that he could see no agreement in place
which included an indemnification clause, In the event of loss or damage to the property.
The Mayor wished to confirm that an agreement be executed, to protect the investment
the City had made In the property.
AdditiOnally, he was concerned with maintenance of the Multi-purpose Room, and
wanted to ensure that adequate cleaning of the facilities was provided for. Mayor
Keenan was of the oplnlon that cleanlng the facllib/on Monday mornings only was not
sufficient, and that a schedule for cleaning the property before and during the times of
peak use be established.
Mr. DeCarlo confirmed that an agreement would be entered into with the BOyS
and Girls Club. and that the Club had further ~oreed t~ clean the roQrn ~n ~ d~ilv h~l~
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Mr. MileV introduced himself. He stated that expected attendance at the facility
would range between 50-60 juveniles per day, and would be limited to that number. He
also stated that many of the activities scheduled would take place outside.
Councilmember MCCOV applauded the fact that the City Is increasing teen
programs In the community. As It appears the City ls donating approximately $8,250 of In
kind services to the Boys and Girls Club, he questioned whether the program would be
open to all teens In Cypress, and If so, will there be a charge? Mr. Mlley responded that It
was not predominantly a "teen" program; the ages of the participants range from 6-14.
He explained that It is a fee-based program, but the Club has imposed a stipulation that
they would like to see a large percentage of scholarships which will be awarded to the
local students.
In response to further questions posed by Councilmember MCCOV, Mr. Miley
reported that the teen's program was held during the evening, and was provided at no
cost to the participants.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Piercy, seconded by Mayor Keenan, and
carded by the following roll calf vote that the CIty Council, acting as the ex officio
governing Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park DiStriCt, approve the
request by the Boys and Girls Club of Cypress for a waiver of fees for use of the
Arnold/Cypress Park Multipurpose Room from June 21, 1999, to AUguSt 27, 1999.
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: MCCoV, Sondhl, Plercy, Keenan
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBER: MCGIII
Councilmember MCGill abstained because he was on the Board of DIrectors of the
Boys' & Girls' Club.
ORDINANCES (Second reading):
15. Second Reading of An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cypress,
Amending Sections 5-1 and 5-2 of Chapter 5 of the Cypress City Code, thereby Adoptlnq
by Reference the Following Codes With Certain Amendments Thereto: The 1997 EditiOn
Of the Uniform Building Code (also known as the 1998 California Building Code; the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code, (also known as the 1998 California Mechanical
Code); the 1997 EditiOn of the Uniform HOUSing Code; the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; the 1997 Edition of the Administrative
Code and the 1997 Editlon of the Uniform Building Code Standards and Repeallnq
Ordinance NO. 945.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Piercy and seconded by Councilmember Sondhi to
adopt the following Ordinance, by title only, title as follows::
Ordinance NO. 989
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cypress, Amending Sections 5-1 and 5-2 of
Chapter 5 of the cypress City Code, Thereby Adopting by Reference the Following Codes
with Certain Amendments thereto: The 1997 Edition of the Uniform Bulidlng Code, (also
known as the 1998 California Building Code), the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical
code, (also known as the 1998 california Mechanical Code), the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform HOUsing Code, the 1997 EditiOn Of the Administrative Code and the 1997 EditiOn
Of the Uniform Building Code Standards and Repealing Ordinance NO. 945.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: MCCOV, McGiII, Sondhl, Piercv. Keenan
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
Ordinance NO. 990
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cypress Amending Sections 5-3 and 5-4 of
Chapter 5 of the Cypress City code, and thereby adopting by Reference the Following
Codes with Certain Amendments Thereto; the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code and
the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code Standards and Repealing Ordinance NO. 946.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
MCCOV, MCGIII, SOndhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
17. Second Reading of an Ordinance of the Clty Council of the Cib/of Cypress,
Amending Chapter 8 of the Cypress City Code and Thereby Adopting by Reference the
National Electrical Code, 1996 Edition, (also known as the 1998 California Electrical COde),
with Certain Amendments and Repealing Ordinance No. 947.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Piercy, seconded by Councilmember McGill,
and carried by the following roll call Vote to adopt the Ordinance, by title only, title as
follows:
Ordinance No. 991
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cypress Amending Chapter 8 of the Cypress
City Code and Thereby AdOpting bV Reference the National Electrical Code., 1996 Edition
(also known as the 1998 California Electrical Code)., with Certaln Amendments and
Repealing Ordinance NO. 947
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoV, McGilI, Sondhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
18. Second Reading of 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
Followlnq Codes with certain Amendments thereto: The 1997 EditiOn Of the Uniform
Plumbing Code, (also known as the 1998 California Plumbing Code), the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot TUb Code, the 1997 EditiOn Of the Uniform Solar
Energy Code and the Uniform Plumbing Code Material and Installation Standards and
Repealing Ordinance No. 948.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Piercy and seconded by Councilmember
MCGIII, tO adopt the Ordinance, by title only, title as follows:
Ordinance NO. 992
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 1997 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, (also known as
the 1998 California Plumbing Code), the 1997 Edition Of the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa
and HOt Tub COde., the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Solar Energy Code and the Uniform
Plumbing Code Material and Installation Standards and Repealing Ordinance No. 948.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoV, MCGilI, SOndhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
The Mayor requested the staff report for this item, whlch was provided bV
Community Development Director AngUS. The Community Development Director
reported the request lnvolved two (2) applications. The first application is for a
COnditional USe Permit for the operation of an automobile repair and towing business;
the second application requests variances from development standards, to allow for
decreased landscaping provisions in a portion of the area to be developed and to allow
overnight vehicle parking during a portion of the proposed construction.
The project is scheduled to be completed In two phases. Phase I provides for
additional parking lot improvements and landscaping, and for the construction of a
proposed masonry screening wall with a wrought iron gate. Phase 2 includes the
construction of a new building, upgrade of the existing building, and will result In a total
of 10 service bays on site. Phase I is scheduled for completion in three months; Phase 2 is
scheduled for completion in 36 months.
Staff's recommendations were for approval of C.U.P. 99-1, subject to the
conditions of approval; and for approval of Variance No. 99-1; approving the landscaping
variances and denVlng the overnight outdoor vehicle parking.
Councilmember McGill requested Input re whether an auto repair use was
consistent with the goals of the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan. Director Angus responded
that the use was in conformity with the long-range goals for the area, and that standards
had been written into the Zoning Ordinance which relate to these uses.
Mr. Jeffrey Jonsson, architect for the project, addressed the Council as
representative for A & E Auto, the applicant. Mr. Jonsson noted that the site was
currently in relatively poor condition, and would require $40,000-$50,000 worth of
improvements immediately upon the close of escrow. These expenditures would be for
new curbing, landscaping, the low wall, trash enclosure, and ADA-mandated
improvements to the building itself. He also remarked that only two service bays were
currently operable. Mr. Johnsson explained that Was the reason the applicant Was
requesting the variance for the outdoor storage issue in Phase 1 of the project. He said
that they were planning on remodeling the building containing the baVs prior to Phase 2,
to allow additional baVs to be opened.
Councilmember Sondhi questioned at what time the additional bays would be
opened. Mr. Jonsson responded that sometime between the completion of Phase 1 and
the opening of Phase 2, four bays would be opened and operational. This would likely be
completed within the first three months of the project, or shortly thereafter.
Councilmember Sondhl also noted that staff was recommending the completion
of the project within 18 months, and questioned what timeline the applicant was
requesting. Mr. Jonsson responded that because of the large expenditures of money
involved from the outset of this project, they were requesting 36 months to complete
the project in Phase 2; which would begin to run from the time the applicant occupied
the structure.
The Mayor then opened the public hearing; no one offered any comments.
The matter was then returned to the Council for discussion. Councilmember MCGIII
asked what would be done with the diagonal Wall in the rear of the site. The applicant
responded that the wall would be retained for security reasons, and possibly landscaped
with a bougainvlllea vine. Councilmember MCGIII then questioned whether any
complaints had been received from the residents on the property abutting the use;
Director Angus reported that she was not aware of any.
The Mayor Pro Tern noted that staff's recommendation was for Phase 2 to be
completed in 18 months, while the applicant was requesting 36 months. She asked
whether it was possible for the applicant to complete the project within the 18-month
time constraint, as it was her opinion that 36 months was too long a period to complete
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
The Mayor noted that the problem of vehicle storage had been encountered
before, which Was hls concern With this project. Also, the fact that the City Is seeking
improvements in the types of businesses coming in is a factor.
The Mayor then questioned the proposed wall, and wanted to know whether it
was high enough to hide the vehicles from the public View. The Community
Development Director responded that the applicant was proposing a masonry wall 8' in
height, covered with stucco, and containing a wrought iron access gate. The wall iS to be
removed when the building is constructed.
The Mayor requested verification that staff was recommending the wall not be
constructed. Director AngUS responded that because new standards for automobile
repair uses had recently been adopted which mandated no outdoor vehicle storage, staff
was not recommending the approval of that variance. Because staff was not
recommending the variance, there would be no need to screen the Vehicles if 'the
outdoor overnight parking was not allowed. The Mayor then asked about short-term
storage on the lot, or the need to screen the View of the bays. Director Angus responded
that if that were done, it could lead to a possible enforcement problem In the future of
cars being stored Illegally.
Councilmember MCGIII questioned the noise generated by the project; he was
assured by the Community Development Director that any noise would be appropriately
mitigated.
Councilmember Sondhi asked when the applicant anticipated completion of the
additional two bays. The applicant responded that they could not realistically answer
that question until they had an opportunity to see what has actually been done to the
original structure, and how much work will be required to effect the remodel.
Councilmember McCoV observed that if there were four operational bays, then the
number of cars stored outside would be minimal. He then ascertained that if there was
substantial repair-remodel work to be done to the bays, two-three cars Would be left
outside overnight; the applicant responded that this would be the case. The applicant
also advised that the existing spray booth would not be utilized as such, but would be
used for vehicle storage.
Councilmember McCoV then asked if the applicant would be able tO complete the
project within 24 months; the applicant responded that it would be reasonable to expect
the project could be done in 24 months; however, they would like to request the 36
month timeline in case of any problems.
Councilmember MCCOV observed that a 24-month timellne would be more
acceptable than a 36-month timeline, and would prove less of a hardship on the applicant
than would the 18-month timeline. The Mayor Pro Tern agreed with this, and felt that
there would be no problem with outdoor storage, If the wall were constructed and
landscaped. She stated this would be a tremendous improvement over the current
condition of the site.
There was some confusion as to the amount of time the applicant desired to have
outside vehicle storage on the property. In addition, the Council did not wish to allow
outside storage of vehicles, as recently mandated in the City of Cypress Zoning Ordinance.
In response to other questions posed by the Council, it was determined that a motel was
located on the parcel adjacent to the project slte on the eastern side.
The City Attorney Interjected that If the inclination of the Council was to grant the
Variance, it would be necessary to bring the second Resolution back to the Council
because appropriate findings would need to be made. In that case, it would be necessary
to continue the item to the next meeting of the City Council.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
Permit 99-1 and Variance 99-I to June 28, 1999, to allow staff to make revisions in
accordance with Council's direction:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
MCCOV, McGIII, Sondhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
20. Continuation of Public Hearing RE: Conditional Use Permlt No. 99-2, Request
to EStablish an Adult Day Care Center at 4470 Lincoln Avenue, Suites 1, 2 and 3.
This item was a continuation of a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit NO. 99-2
for the establishment of an Adult Day Care Center at 4470 Lincoln Avenue, Suites 1, 2 and
3. Staff had originally recommended denial of this project, as It was not felt to be
consistent with the goals of the Specific Plan for the area.
Mr. Paul Brazeau, builder of the Mission Shopping Center in which this project Was
proposed to be located, addressed the Council. Mr. Brazeau submitted a letter he had
prepared requesting the Council to favorably consider the proposal. Some of the points
included in Mr. Brazeau's letter were:
He has experienced difficulty in renting Units 1, 2 and 3 In the center, largely
because the view of them from the street is blocked by a large, fast food restaurant
located in front of them. Because of ongoing financial difficulties resulting from the
poor economy for the period 1990-1997, the applicant assisted his tenants financially at
great expense to himself. Further, he continued to keep the site In good repair and up-
to-date on all taxes, despite these difficulties.
Mr. Brazeau anticipates further difficulties in renting to tenants, partly because of
another retail shopping center being built In close proximity to the MISsIOn ShOpping
Center.
The applicant submits that the prospective tenant he has located for Units 1, 2 and
3, which units have been Vacant for several years, wlll fill a need In Cypress, and will pose
no competition for the other Adult Day Care Center that is proposed. The owner has
three other facilities located in West Covlna, Pico RIvera and in Long Beach, all of which
are successful and which are located In retail shopping centers. The use would be funded
primarily from Medicare's state aid program. In addition, the use would bring a much-
needed increase in the flow of traffic to the shopping center.
It was noted that one of the concerns expressed was that the pick-up and drop-off
times of the proposed use would Interfere with those of the child care center. However,
neither facility would impact the other, as those times would not be the same for the
child care and senior care center.
Mr. Brazeau summarized that he has a prospective tenant with an excellent track
record, for whom he has spent $60,000 In making Improvements, and who will provide a
needed service for the people of Cypress. He said he does not understand why the
project is considered by staff to be inconsistent with the projected uses for the area.
Bona Parayno, president of the adult day care company, introduced herself. Ms.
Parayno is a registered nurse, who saw the need for this type of care for impaired or
enfeebled adults, so began this business a couple of years ago. She stated that approval
of the use would boost employment for the city, would provide a much needed service
for Cypress and the surrounding area, and would be well-supervised, in conformance with
state licensing guidelines. in response to a question posed by Councilmember Sondhi, MS.
Parayno responded that the actual mix of clients Would be mentally or physically
impaired adults from the age of 18 up, and frail or otherwise III seniors aged 55 and up.
At the conclusion of these presentations, the Mayor re-opened the public hearing.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
Mrs. Mclver said that she had been associated with the City of Cypress Senior Day
Care project for three years. She listed a series of questions for the proposed use In the
Mission Shopping Center: (1) what are the mission and vision statements of the proposed
project? (2) what Is the marketing plan? (3) what is the structure of the governing board?
(3) what area will be targeted to attract patients? Will it be Los Angeles County or local?
(4) has it been considered that the project will be located in a business area, on a busy
street? (5) what is the size of the facility compared to the number of proposed
occupants? (6) will sufficient staff be assigned to the clientele? (9) what about safety
concerns? There are no trees nor grass for the clients to enjoy while there--only access
to the paved parking lot.
Mrs. Mclver also noted that the project was originally reviewed by the Area Council
on the Aglng, which body did not recommend approval for it.
Joanne west, who identified herself as a 25-year resident of Cypress, next
addressed the Council. Her questions were: (1) Is the proposed business financially
stable? (2) does the City have access to inspect the use, once established?
Mr. Brazeau noted it has been estimated that there are 60,000 people in the area
requiring this type of service. He explained that the proposed use will serve only 100 of
those individuals, and that there will be absolutely no adverse competition for the
proposed City of Cypress Senior Care facility.
Mayor Keenan had questions regarding the optimum number of expected clients,
what type of transportation would be provided, how the clients would be picked-up and
dropped off, and during what hours those pick-ups/drop-offs would occur. He also
wanted to know what the pick-up and drop-off times were for the chlldren's day care
center in the plaza.
He also wanted to know whether a health care professional would be on duty at
the proposed adult day care center.
The Mayor Pro Tern questioned whether or not the center would be open to
residents of Cypress as well as to residents of other communities.
Commissioner Sondhi posed a question regarding the actual age mix of the
anticipated clientele, and wanted to know if individuals with various types of dlsablllttes
would be served.
In response, it was reported that up to 105 clients would be served by the day care
center; this would include individuals from Cypress as well as surrounding communities.
A contract doctor would be available, and R.N.S and licensed vocational nurses would also
be available to tend to the needs of the clients.
The drop-off times for the existing child day care center began at 6:00 a.m. (and
were completed by 8:00 a.m.); pick-up times were generally after 5:00 p.m. FOr the
proposed use, drop-off times would be between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.; pick-up times
would vary throughout the day. They would not, therefore, conflict with the existing use
at the children's day care center.
Clients with varying disabilities and the frail elderly would be served by the adult
day care center.
MS. Parayno explained that the Center will be adequately staffed with 15-18
staffmembers for 100 people. The California Department of Health mandates that one
staffmember be in place for every 16 clients.
In regard to the recreational facilities, Ms. Parayno pointed out that Title 22
provides for some flexibility in that field trips can be arranged when there are no
adequate recreational facilities available immediately surrounding the site. The Mayor
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
a two-year license because their survey had such excellent results. Ms. ParaVno also
mentioned that any adults venturing outside would be supervised on a one-to-one basis.
Following the conclusion of these comments, no further Input was forthcoming,
and the Mayor closed the public hearing.
The Mayor Pro Tern asked MS. Parayno whether her other three facilities Were
running at capacity, and how long her oldest facility had been operating. MS. Parayno
responded that the other facilities were at capacity, and that her oldest one had been in
business for one year,
Councilmember McGill posed several questions. He Wanted to know about the
recommendation for denial of litensure by a triple A subcommittee which had been
alluded to by Mrs. Mclver. Ms. Parayno responded that this committee had no authority
to do this, and that the State Department of Health was the only body allowed to make a
decision on litensure. The latter organization had made a favorable finding, and granted
a two-year license, when a one-year approval is the norm.
Councilmember MCGill asked why the denial had been made by the subcommittee;
MS. Parayno informed him that they had been reprimanded several times for doing so,
and she thought their decision may have had something to do with the fact that another
nonprofit organization had been providing the same type of service for a three-year
period.
Councilmember MCGill Stated that he was primarily concerned with zoning and
land use issues. He observed that the size of the site for the proposed project was 4,600
square feet in size, and would accommodate 100-105 clients when operating at capacity.
He compared this to approximately 60 people being inside an average-sized house.
councilmember McGIII also questioned the adequacy of the outside, grassy area,
and possible impacts upon parklng and traffic generated by the clientele, staff, and
caregivers picking up and dropping off the cllents.
The City Attorney cautioned that some of the areas being questioned fell under
licensing issues, more properly addressed by the licensing agency. He reminded the
Council that the areas on which it should concentrate were land use issues.
Following the foregoing discussion, Councilmember MCCOy noted that staff had
recommended denial of the project, as it was not a use felt to be consistent with the
goals of the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan and Redevelopment Plan. He pointed out that
the City had just made major expenditures to upgrading the Lincoln Avenue area and to
developing a Specific Plan. He stated that the City should give the plan 'a chance to
work" before allowing cornpromised uses. The Council agreed with his Sentiments, and a
motion was made by Councilmember MCGIII, seconded by Mayor Keenan, and carried by
the following roll call vote that the City Council adopt the Resolution, by title only, title as
follows, denying, without prejudice, Conditional Use Permit NO. 99-2:
Resolution NO. 5103
A Resolution of the city Council of the City of Cypress Denying, Without Prejudice,
Conditional Use Permit No. 99-2
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS:
1 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
NEW BUSINESS
McCoV, McGIll, Plercy, Keenan
Sondhl
None
Re_~onse to Recommendations Identified in Police Services Studv.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
Staff's recommendation on this Item was that the Council receive and file the
information contained In the report.
A motion was made by Councilmember MCCOy, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pieroy,
and unanimously carried to receive and file the Response to Recommendations Identified
in the Police Services Study
22. Approval of Commercial Warrant LIst for Warrant NOs. 37853-38069.
Mayor Keenan abstained from voting on Warrant Nos. 37871, 37872 and 37873.
A motion was made by Councilmember MCCOy, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Piercy
and carried by the following roll call vote (with Mayor Keenan abstaining on Warrants
37871, 37872 and 37873) that the City Council approve the City of Cypress Commercial
Warrant List for Warrant NOS. 37853-38069, totaling $I ,339,394.75, as presented.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS:
McCoy, McGilI, Sondhi, Piercy, Keenan
None
None
RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS:
OffiCiO Governing Board of Trustees.
The Cypress City Council Acting as the Ex
23. Recommendations for Change in Scope of Project for the Arnold/Cypress
Park Renovation Project to Include Changes to the Restroom, Maintenance Building and
Sports Field Lighting Projects, as recommended by the Recreation and Community
Services Commission.
Recreation and Parks Director DeCado presented the staff report on this item. Mr.
DeCarlo advised that the Recreation and Community Services Commission had met on
April 20, 1999, and made several modifications to the scope of the Arnold/Cypress Park
Renovation Plan as outlined in the staff report. The modifications as proposed would
result in expenditures of $50,000-$60,000; currently, there is $72,000.00 In funds available
for this project. Staff's recommendation was for approval of these suggested changes.
A motion was made by Councilmember Sondhi, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Plercy, and unanimously carried, that the City Council of the City of Cypress, acting as the
ex officio Board of Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Parks District, approve the
Recreation and Community Services Commission recommendation to CIty Council that
the scope of the Arnold/Cypress Park Renovation Plan be changed to include:
1. Delay the under funded CDBG "Restroom Improvements" project through a
six-month extension request to the County of Orange so other over funded
Arnold/Cypress Park CDBG project funding can be transferred to complete the proposed
expanded Restroom Improvements.
2. That the "upgrade of Sports Field Lighting" project be expanded to include
replacement of all Major Softball Field conduit and wiring.
3. That the existing Maintenance Building remain in its present location and
the "Maintenance Building and Storage Construction" project be dropped from the
Arnold/Cypress Park Renovation Project list.
4. That the addition of walkways leading from the northwest parking lot and
southeast parking lot to the central area of the park, and a drinking fountain at the Roller
HoCkey Rink area, be an addition to the project list.
CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 14, 1999
Councilmember MCCoy stated that he had one brief item he wished to discuss. He
said that during the previous couple of Weeks, he had visited dog parks in the cities of
Long Beach and Huntington Beach, and was interested In opening a similar facility In the
City of Cypress. He was currently Involved In organizing a group, a non-profit entity
called "The Cypress Dog Park Association" to Spearhead this effort, and requested that
anyone wishing to assist please contact him at (7'14) 484-0477.
councilmember Sondhi advised that she had artended a meeting of the Orange
County Regional Airport Authority during the previous week, at which TOm Wall,
president of the Airport Alliance, had made a presentation (the same gentleman who had
made a presentation to the City Council at a previous meeting). In addition, the Airport
Alliance had developed and would be providing an informational video regarding the El
TOrO Reuse Project to Councilmember Sondhi. when received, Councilmember Sondhi
will pass it on to staff, who will make it available to any interested citizens.
Joe Hardcastle addressed the Council and complained about insufficient tOIlet
facilities available at City Hall. He stated that he had made the same request 25 years ago,
and there were still not enough facilities. He said that instead of the "electric flushers"
installed, there needed to be more facilities; particularly In regard to women's restrooms.
Mr. Hardcastle maintained that women require "twice as many" toilets as men.
The Mayor then reminded everyone that a Town Hall Meeting was scheduled for
Monday, June 21, 1999, at the Arnold/Cypress Park Pavilion.
RECESS:
The Mayor recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 10:50 p.m.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting was reconvened by Mayor Keenan at 12:04 a.m. The City Attorney
provided a report regarding two items which had been discussed In the Closed Session.
Pursuant to CaLGovt. Code§ 54956.9(b), a liability claim filed by Howard Kenyon
against the city of cypress had been unanimously rejected.
In regard to existing litigation, Via Mafia, Inc., v. City of Cvoress, et al., USDC NO.
SACV 98-171-AHS, privileged confidential strategies were made by legal counsel to the city
council (CaL Govt. Code§ 54956.9[a]).
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: FOr Matters Not on the Agenda.
There Were no Written communications to consider.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Keenan adjourned the meeting at 12:05 a.m., in memory of slain Deputy
Sheriff Brad Riches, as had been suggested by Councilmember McCoy.
ATTEST:
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS