Minutes 61-10-16MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
HELD
October 16, 1961
The C~ty Council of the City of Cypress met in regular session on
October 16, 1961 at 7:30 P- M., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall,
Mayor Pro Tem Van Dyke presiding.
PRESENT: Afrowood, McCarney and Van Dyke
ABSENT: Denni and Baroldi
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Arrowood,
and unanimously carried, the Minutes of the meeting of September 18, 1961
be approved as mailed.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. Otto Busler, 1OOlI St. Elizabeth Circle, Cypress addressed the
Council concerning the abatement of the feed yard odors and asked if
there was any further action could be taken by the City towards abating
these odors.
Mr. K. E. Johnson, representing Joseph Sousa, addressed the Council
concerning the fence requirements on a Use Variance No. 137 at the south-
ea~t corner of Moody and Orange.
COUNCILMAN DE~NI arrived at 7:45 P. M. and took his chair on the
podjum.
Mrs. Crummett, Karen Ave., Cypress addressed the Council concerning
the development adjacent to her property.
it was unanimously agreed that all of the above matters not on the
formal Agenda would be taken up at the end of new business on the Agenda.
WR1TT~3 COMMUNICATION FROM WILLIAM VEACH, RE: PERMISSION FOR HELICOPTER
SERVICE AT 4114 LINCOLN AVE., CYPRESS:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from William Veach,
9~54 Cedar Ave.~ Bellflower, Calif., requesting permission for a business
]icenae to operate a helicopter service on property located at 4114
Ldncoln Ave., Cypress. After further discussion, it was moved by
Councilman Afrowood, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously
carried, to take the recommendation of the City Manager and refer th~s
matter to the Planning Commission for their next meeting.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION ~XOM THE CALIFORNIA HORSE RACING BOARD RE: PUBLIC
NEARIP~G FOR APPLICATION FOR THOROUGHBRED RACING AT LOS ALAMITOS RACE
COURSE:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from the State of
Caldfernia Horse Racing Board informing the City of Cypress of a public
hearing to be held on October 17, 1961 regarding the application for
thoroughbred horse racing as submitted by the Los A]amitos Race Course,
Cypress, California.
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Den~,
and unanimously carried, that Mr. Robert K. Rogers, City Manager be
appointed to attend this public: hearing as a representative of the City
of Cypress to endorse the application for thoroughbred rac~ng of the Los
A]am~tos Race Course, Cypress, California.
October 16, 1961
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATION ~ROM CITY OF LA MIRADA RE: CIVIL DEF~ENSE SHELTERS:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from the City of
La Mirada, Calif., regarding Civil Defense Shelters. After discussion,
it was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Arrowood,
and unanimously carried, this communication be received and filed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM THE ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT RE: WATER
RATES:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from the Orange
County Water District regarding the installation of water meters and
urging the Cities of Orange County to support their Resolution now before
the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California.
Ih was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by Councilman McCarney,
and unanimously carried, the following Resolution be read by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 202
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, SUPPORTING
THE INSTALLATION OF WATER MP~TERS
It was moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman Arrowood,
and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 202 be adopted by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOEE: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Arrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM MRS. JOHN DAKIS~ REGARDING WATER RATES:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from Mrs. John
Dakis, 5622 Elinora Lane, Cypress, California, objecting to the water
rates being charged dn this area. After discussion, it was moved by
Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman Afrowood, and unanimously carried,
that the staff investigate the fees charged for water rates and in
comparison with surrounding areas, and report to the City Council not
later than sixty days. The City Engineer stated his office would
a survey and file a report of their findings to the City Council.
COPIES OF RESOLUTIONS FROM SURROUNDING AGENCIES REGARDING WATER METERS:
The City Clerk presented copies of Resolutions adopted by surrounding
agencies supporting the installation of water meters as follows:
Associated Chambers of Commerce of Orange County
Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce
City of Garden Grove
City of Anaheim
City of Buena Park
It was unanimously agreed these copies of Resolutions be received
and filed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM CITY OF GARDEN GROVE RE: FLOOD WATER RUN-OFF
AND DRAINAGE ON CITY BOUNDARY LINES:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from the Director
of Public Works and City Engineer of the City of Garden Grove regarding
the flood water run-off and drainage in the area located south of Orange-
Wood Avenue and west of Knott Ave., the City Manager reported that Garden
Grove believes that all storm water in this area flows directly west,
however, our Engineering Department states there is some flow to the south-
west which had not been anticipated in the drainage plans for the City of
Garden Grove. It was moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman
Afrowood, and unanimously carried, that the Cdty E~ngineer meet with the
C~ty Engineer of Garden Grove and work out a solution to thedrainage on th~s
area.
October 16, 196]
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM PETE VAN RUITEN RE: DRAINAGE DITCH AT ORANGE
AND BLOOMFIELD:
The City Clerk presented written communication from Pete Van Ruiten
concerning the drainage ditch at Orange Ave., and Bloomfield Ave., and
requesting the City to take the necessary steps to correct this drainage
problem. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Arrowcod, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to
authorize the City Engineer to make a study of the s~tuation whether to
use a pipe or swale for drainage purposes and direct the Cypress County
Water District to remove the excess dirt from this ditch.
RELEASE OF IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR TRACT NO. 3911 (STANDARD DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION:)
The City Clerk presented a written communication from Standard
Development Corporation requesting the release of all improvement bonds
~n Tract No. 3911. It was recommended by the Engineering staff that all
improvements were installed and meet the standard specifications. It
was moved by Councilman Arrowcod, seconded by Councilman McCarney and
unanimously carried, that all improvements bonds for Tract 3911 be
re]eased.
COhSIDERATION OF DENNI STREET PEDESTRIAN CROSSING IN TRACT 3742 (STANDARD
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION):
The City Clerk presented a written communication from Rosenthai
Engineering Co., representing Standard Development Corporation, Beverly
Hi]is, Calif., requesting that their company be permitted to design Denni
Street based on a fllture pedestrian crossing, or that immediate action
be tal~en to initiate vacation proceedings for Denni Street between Myra
Ave., and Carbon Creek Channel and between Belle Ave., and Carbon Creek
Channel. The City Manager recommended the Developer be required to
establish the grades as plans were submitted originally and approved.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Arrowcod,
seconded by Councilman Denni and unanimously carried, to deny the request
as submitted and bring the grades up to standard specifications for
pedestrian access and future vehicular access.
SECOND READING ORDINANCE RE: TRA~FIC REGULATIONS:
The City Clerk presented the proposed Ordinance regarding Traffic
Regulations and the establishment of office of City Traffic Engineer and
Traffic Committee, for a second reading. It was moved by Councilman
Arrowood~ seconded by Councilman McCarney and unanimously carrie~ this
Ordinance be read by t~tle only:
ORDINANCE NO. 107
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON PUBLIC
HIGHWAYS; ESTABLISHING THE OFFICE OF CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER AND
ESTABLISHING A TRAFFIC COMMITTEE
It was moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman Arrowcod
and unanimously carried, this Ordinance be adopted by the following roll
caI1 vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEM:
F~OES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Arrowcod, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
October 16, 1961
ORDINANCE REGULATING THE SALE OF TIP SHEETS AND AMENDML]NT TO ORDINANCE
NO. 82:
The City Clerk presented a proposed Ordinance amending Ordinance
No. 82 regarding the business license fees and regulating the sale of
trip sheets within the City of Cypress. It was moved by Councilman AFrowood,
seconded by Councilman Denni, and unanimously carried, this Ordinance be
read in full, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 108
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 82
WITH RESPECT TO FqE~ES FOR THE SALE OF TIP SHEETS
It was moved by Councilman AFrowood, seconded by Councilman Denni
and unanimously carried, that Ordinance No. 108 be adopted as an urgency
Ord~nar!ce by the following called vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMFS:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
AFroWOOd, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE REGARDING THE TRAINING OF LAW ENFORCt~ENT
OFFICERS:
The City C].erk presented an Ordinance relating to the training of
law enforcement officers and qualifying for aid from the State of Calif.,
under this program. It was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by
Councilman DenHi, and unanimously carried, this Ordinance be read by title
only:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COLFNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ACCEPTING
TIlE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 15522 OF THE PENAL CODE RELATING TO
TRAINING OF LAW ~/NFORCEMENT OPTICERE
It was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by Councilman Denni,
and unanimously carried, this Ordinance pass its first reading by the
following roll ca]] vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSb~T: 1 COUNCILMAN:
AFrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING MAJOR CITY STREETS:
The City Clerk presented Resolution declaring certain streets within
the City of Cypress to be major City Streets other than State H~ghways.
It was move~ by Councilman McCarney~ seconded by Councilman Arrowood, and
unanimously carried, this Resolution be read by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 203
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, DEELARING
CERTAIN STREETS WITHIN SAID CITY OF CYPRESS TO BE MAJOR CITY STREETS
OTHER THAN STATE HIGHWAYS.
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman AFrowood,
and unanimously carried, this Resolution be adopted by the following
called vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCIl,MEN:
ABSF~T: 1[ COUNCILMAN:
AFrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
October' 16, 1961
RESOLUTION ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 4175 THRU 4203: (PAYROLL)
it was moved by Councilman Afrowood, seconded by Councfilman McCarney
and unanimously carried, the following Resolution be read by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 204
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DI,~ANDS NOS. 4]75 THRU 4203
]t was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Arrowood
and unanimously carried, this Resolution be adopted by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Arrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
RESOLUTION ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 4137 THRU 4170: (PAYROLL)
It was moved hy Councilman Afrowood, seconded by Councilman McCarney
and urianimously carried, this Resolution be read by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 205
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS NOS. 4137 THRU 4170
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Arrowood,
and unanimoasly carried, this Resolution be adopted by the following rol]
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMhlY:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Arrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
RESOLUTION ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 4]72 THRU 4174 AND 4204
THRU 4293:
Councilman Arrowood asked if he might see the attached vouchers on
Warrants Nos. 4172, 4174, 4204 and 4295 as shown on this Resolution and
the City Manager made a brief report on the expenses incurred on these
warrants.
Mayor Van Dyke declared a five minute recess for the Council.
Meeting again called to order by Mayor Van Dyke and it was then
moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman Arrowood, and unanimously
carried, the following Resolution be read by title on]y:
RESOLUTION NO. 206
A RESOLUTION OF TH~j CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 4172 THRU 4]?4 AND 4204 THRU 4293.
]t was moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman McCarney
and unanimously carried, this Resolution be adopted by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILM~:
AB~3[~T: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Arrowood, Denni, McCarney and Van Dyke
None
Baroldi
October 16, 1961
AUTHORIZATION FOR INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TRAFPIC SAFETY LIGHTING
DEVICES ON CERTAIN SECTIONS OF BALL ROAD AND CERRITOS AVE.:
The City Manager requested permission for authorization to expend
an estimated $845.00 for installation and maintenance of traffic safety
lighting devices on certain sections of Ball Road and Cerritos Ave. It
was moved by Councilman Afrowood, seconded by Councilman McCarney and
unanimously carried, the City Manager be authorized to purchase the
necessary traffic safety lighting devices on certain sections of Ball
Road and Cerritos Ave., and the maintenance of these devices included.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF SOUTHERN CALIF, EDISON CO., FOR EASEMENT
TO INSTALL POLE ON VALLEY VIEW, NORTH OF THE RAILROAD ON CITY PROPERTY
AND AUTttORIZATION FOR MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO SIGN DEED:
The City Clerk presented a written communication from the Southern
California Edison Co., requesting permission to relocate a pole in
City owned property on Valley View, north of the railroad, stating the
Edison Company would relocate the pole at their expense at such time as
the property ~s developed, and further agreed to pay the City of Cypress
on the basis of $35.00 per pole and $50.00 per anchor, making a total
considerstdon of $120.00 for an easement covering the pole line.
It was moved by Councilman Denni, seconded by Councilman McCarney
and unanimously carried, to grant the request of the Southern California
Edison as stated, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Deed.
RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF A
PLANNING CONSULTANT FOR THE MASTER PLAN:
The C~ty Manager presented a recommendation of the Planning Commission
to obtain the services of a Planning Consultant for a limited time, for
study on the Master Plan of the City of Cypress. After discussion, it
was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by Councilman Denni, and unani-
mously carried, that the Mayor appoint a committee of three (3) to select
a Planning Consultant after interviews and study, and make a report and
recommendation to the City Council on their dec~slon.
APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CITY CLERK:
The City Manager recommended the appointment of Ferne S. Phillips
as Deputy City Clerk. It was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by
Councdlman Denni, and unanimously carried, that Ferne S. Phillips be
appointed as Deputy City Clerk with an increase in compensation of $30.00
per month. The oath of office was administered by Mayor Van Dyke.
ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR CYPRESS LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 2:
The City Engineer filed copies of the Engineer's Report dated October
16~ 196I and titled "Cypress Lighting District No. 2" with the City CounciI
and Clty Clerk, with the recommendation that the Councd] proceed w~th the
proper procedure on the next regular meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. James Duncan, South Walker Street, Cypress addressed the Council
stating the audience could not hear the discussion of the City Council in
their meetings. No action was taken at this time.
Mrs. Wm. Schubin, Orange Ave., Cypress addressed the Council concerning
Denni Road and the future use of this street.
Mr. M. Motira, 5856 Ba]]. Road, Cypress, addressed the Council stating
the development of Tract No. ~9]1 (Standard Development) is going to make
a drainage problem on his farm. It was unanimously agreed the City
Engdneer and Mr. Morita discuss the drainage and the matter to be placed
on the Agenda of the next regular Council meeting.
October 16, 1961
ABATEMENT OF FEED-YARD ODORS:
As previously requested by Mr. Otto Busler, the Council discussed
the abatement of the feed yard odors on Walker and Cerritos. It was moved
by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by Councilman Denni, and unanimously
carried, the City Council direct the City Attorney to file a misdemeanor
action on behalf of the City on the abatement of the feed yard if not
eliminated within ten (10) days to the satisfaction of the City Manager
and City Attorney.
CITIZEN'S INQUIRY CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRACTS 3966 AND 4327 IN
RELATION TO KAREN AVENUE:
Mrs. Crummett, Karen Ave., Cypress addressed the Council concerning
a road being developed through to Karen Ave., by the development of Tracts
3966 amd 4327. There was no action taken at this time.
EXTENSION OF TIME ON USE VARIANCE NO. 137 AS REQUESTED BY JOSEPH SOUSA:
Mr. K. E. Johnson, representing Joseph Sousa in regard to an extension
of time on Use Variance No. 137 and fence requirements and stated the
Edison Company were considering the condemnation of this property for
their use at a future date.
After further discussion, it was moved by Councdlman Arrowood, seconded
by Councilman Denni, and unanimously carried, that a thirty (30) days
extension be granted from the day he is turned down from the Edison Co.,
or after the next Council meeting whichever is sooner.
CITIZEN'S REQUEST FOR CONTROL OF DUST:
Mr. Wm. Schubin, 4615 Orange Ave., Cypress addressed the Council
requesting the contractor of the sewer lines be contacted to request better
control of the dust created by the construction work. The City Engineer
John Toups, stated he would call the contractor the following day.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it
was moved by Councilman Arrowood, seconded by Councilman McCarney and
unanimously carried, the City Council adjourn at 9:50 P- M.
ATTEST:,
ROBEI~T' I{' .~
cmTY CLEP
THOMAS A. BAROLDI, MAYOR
October 16, 1961