Minutes 63-06-10MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
HELD
June 10~ 1963
The City Council of the City of Cypress met in reSular session on
June 10, 1963 at 7:30 P. M., in the Council Chambers, 9471 South Walker St.,
Cypress, California, Mayor Frank P. Noe presiding.
PRESENT: Gordon, Gorzeman, Wright and Noe
ABSENT: Van Dyke
Also present were: City Manager, Darrell Essex; City Attorney,
RodRer Howell; City EnSineer~ John Toups; and City Clerk, Ferne S. Phillips.
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman
Wright, and unanimously carried~ the Minutes of May 27~ 1963~ be approved
as mailed.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. Frank Visca~ 5782 Lime Circle~ Cypress, addressed the City
Council requestinS the resignation of City Treasurer, John C. Leal.
Mr. James Gossett, 10361 Sande Street, Cypress~ addressed the
City Council requestins a report on the duties and responsibilities of
the City Treasurer.
Mr. Carl de Pietro, Cypress~ California, addressed the City
Council requestin~ information concernin~ requirements for Planning
Commissioners so far as residence is concerned.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded
by Councilman Gordon, and unanimously carried, the City Attorney be
directed to make a report at the July 8th meetin~ on the legal requirements
of Plannin~ Commissioners.
RESOLUTION COMMENDING DALE KROESEN FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLISHING:
Mayor Frank Noe presented a formal Resolution to Mr. Dale Kroesen,
title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 371
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COMMENDING DALE KROESEN FOR SERVICES PERFORMED IN THE
FIELD OF NEWS COVERAGE.
It was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Wright~
and unanimously carried, this Resolution be adopted by the followln~ called
vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Gordon, Corzeman, Wright and Noe
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN: Van Dyke
PROCLAMATION OF "JOIN YOUR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DAYS":
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, a proclamation for "Join your Chamber of Commerce
Days" be adopted.
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PUBLIC HEARING RE: ZONE CHANGE Z-79; G. DONATHON:
The Mayor announced this was the time and place to consider application for
Zone Change to change the zone from A-2 (General Agriculture) to R-3 (High Density
Multiple Family) that property located on the west side of Acacia Avenue, south of
Crescent as requested by G. Donathon, 11929 Nova Street, Norwalk, California
and known as Zone Chan~e Z-79, and asked if anyone in the audience wished to
speak for or against this proposed change of zone.
There being no written communications and no oral protests, the Mayor
declared the public hearin~ closed.
It was moved by Councilman WriEht, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 90, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY CHANGING THE ZON~
OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND WITHIN THE CITY TO ZONE R-3 (HIGH
DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY) ZONE CHANGE Z-79 (G. DONATHON)
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, this Ordinance pass its first reading by the followoing
called vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Gordon, Gorzeman, Wright and Noe
None
Van Dyke
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM RAYMOND SPEHAR RE: EXTENSION OF TIME ON SURETY BOND:
A written communication from Raymond Spehar requesting an extension of
time on Surety Bond No. B-109039 for the construction of a ~-foot masonry
wall on the property at 5940-50-60 Cerritos until such time as the adjacent
property is developed residenttally, was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright,
and unanimously carried, to grant an extension of time allowing the bond
to be renewed indefinitely until such time as the City notifies applicant
the masonry wall must be constructed within 60 days, following notification.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM RICHFIELD OIL CORP.~ RE: FRANCHISE:
A written communicat ion from Richfield Oil Corp., requesting a 40-year
franchise to lay, construct, operate and maintain a system of pipelines
for the transportation of oil~ gas, water, gasoline, and other hydrocarbon
products in, under, and alon~ those public streets and highways in the City
of Cypress located south of the north line of Ball Road, was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, this comn~nication be referred to the City Manager
and City Attorney for a report at the next meeting of the City Council.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM GOVERNOR BROWN RE: JUVENILE DELINQUENCY:
A written communication from Governor Brown suggesting a meeting to
discuss projects for the prevention of ~uvenile delinquency in the City was
presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
and unanimously carried, this communication be referred to theCity Manager
and Chief of Police for their recommendations.
June 10, 1963
PROCLAMATION OF JUNE AS "DAIRY MONTH":
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright, and
unanimously carried, that June be proclaimed "Dairy Month".
W~ITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES RE: SENATE BILL NO. 949:
A-written communication requesting the support of the City on Senate
Bill No. 949 which allows for withdrawal from Park and Recreation Districts was
presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman and
unanimously carried, the City concur with the League of California Cities and
support Senate Bill No. 949.
COPY OF APPLICATION FOR NEW ON-SALE BEER LICENSE; WALTER PARKS:
A copy of application for new on sale beer license to be located at
10461 Denni Street, Cypress, was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright,
and unanimously carried, this application be received and filed and advise
the A. B. C. Board there is a possibility that the proposed located will be
within a 600' distance from an elementary school.
COMMUNICATION FROM CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION RE: APRRECIATION
FOR CITY MANAGER PARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCE:
A communication from Mr. George Nye Jr., Secretary of the California
Contract Cities Association, expressing appreciation to the City Council
for permitting the City Manager to participate in the program of the
California Contract Cities Annual Seminar was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
and unanimously carried, this communication be received and filed.
WRITTEN COMMI/NICATION FRf)M !)RA,YGi C(}j",il'f ~AI'EI< IlIr~TT~[CI' ?<If: PETITION FOR
FORMATION OF WEST ORANGE COUNTY WA'T'ER DIS'TRI'CT:
A written communication from the Orange County Water District and the
City of Fountain Valley regarding the petition for the formation of a proposed
West Orange County Water District and notification of the hearing before the
Board of Supervisors on June 12, 1963.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright,
and unanimously carried, the City Manager be instructed to notify the Orange
County Board of Supervisors that the City of Cypress is opposed to this petition.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM WESTERN MISSIONARY ARMY INC0, RE: PERMISSION TO
SOLICIt' FUNDS:
A written communication from Western Missionary Army, Inc., requesting
permission to solicit funds was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, this request be continued until such time as a full
investigation and report can be submitted.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FROM WESTERN GEOPHYSICAL CO., RE: PERMISSION TO CONDUCT
SURVEYS:
A written communication from Western Geophysical Co., requesting permission
to conduct geophysical surveys was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, this request be granted subject to the following conditions:
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1. The City Attorney approve the adequacy of the insurance coverage.
2. That the necessary permits are obtained from the Orange County
Fire Warden's office.
3. That the Chief of Police is informed each day of the activities
and the number of survey holes to be excavated.
4, That the Western Geophysical Co,, pay permit fee in the amount of
$5.00 per hole to the City of Cypress.
REQUEST FOR FIREWORKS STANDS; V0 F0 W.,. BOBBY SOX SOFTBALL ASSOC.:
Application for permit for fireworks stand to be located at 6381 Ball
Road on property owned by All American Markets as requested by the V. F, W.
Bobby Sox Softball Assoc., was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
and unanimously carried, this permit be granted subject to the conditions of
the Fireworks Ordinance.
REQUEST FOR FIREWORKS STAND; LAKEWOOD AMBASSADORS CLUB:
Application for permit for fireworks stand to be located at the corner
of Lincoln and Bloomfield as requested by Lakewood Arabassadors Club was
presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, this permit be granted subject to the conditions
of the Fireworks Ordinance.
REQUEST FOR FIREWORKS STAND; KIWANIS CLUB:
Application for permit for fireworks stand to be located on Lincoln
Blvd., as requested by the Kiwanis Club was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
carried, this permit be granted subject to theconditions of the Fireworks
Ordinance, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN: Gordon, Gorzeman and Wright
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN: Van Dyke
ABSTAINED: 1 COUNCILMAN: Noe
RE.QUEST FOR RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT 4103:
Request for release of public improvement bonds for Tract 4103 located
between Orange and Ball on the west side of Walker as requested by Robert H.
Grant Co., 1665 So, Brookhurst, Anaheim, Calif., was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman~ seconded by Coucnilman Wright,
and unanimously carried, the public improvement bonds for Tract 4103 be
released subject to receipt of deposit of the street lighting energy charge.
R~.QU~ST FOR DANCE PERMIT FOR PARKWAY INN:
Request for dance permit for the Parkway Inn, ~60~ Lincoln, Cypress,
was presented:
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon~ and
unanimously carried, this permit be granted subject to the following conditions:
1. Construct a ramp over the rear exit door threshold and mark
"WATCH YOUR STEP".
2. Provide one two and one-half gallon water type fire extinguisher
and hang in a visible location.
3. Remove the rear exit door knob so that the door may be opened merely
by pushing on same.
All extension cords or temporary wiring should be held in place by
insulated staples.
5. Subject to obtaining a business license fee.
5. Provide more parking spaces for customers.
7. Dance permit to be approved for a period of one year.
8. Occupancy load be posted on the premises to conform with Uniform
Building Code.
Jun~ 10, 1963
AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY ATTORNEY.TO PREPARE AGREEMENT FOR WATER SYSTEM STUDY:
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Coundlman Gorzeman, and
unanimously carried, the City Attorney prepare an agreement with the firm of
Stone and Youngberg, 1314 Russ Building, San Francisco 4, California, for the
purpose of a financial study of %he municipal water system and further authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to sign agreement as approved by the City Attorney on
behalf of The City of Cypress.
REQUEST FOR ANNUAL LEAVE FOR CITY MANAGER:
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright, and
unanimously carried, the City Manager be granted annual leave from June 21,
through July 5, 1963.
RESOLUTION ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 7019 THRU 7051; (PAYROLL):
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, The following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 372
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ALLOWING
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 7019 THRU 7051.
RESOLUTION ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 7052 THRU 7092:
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 373
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ALLOWING
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 7052 THRU 7092.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR LIGHTING DISTRICT:
It was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 374
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COUNTY
OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE CITY
ENGINEER MADE PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF RESOLUTION NO. 362
OF SAID COUNCIL.
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ORDER STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM:
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gorzeman,
and unanimously carried, the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 375
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COUNTY
OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER
A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM ON CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
TO BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED AND ELECTRIC CURRENT TO BE FURNISHED
FOR LIGHTING SAID SYSTEM FOR A PERIOD OF EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS AND
THREE (3) MONTHS BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1963, WHICH STREET LIGHTING
SYSTEM IS TO BE ANNEXED TO CYPRESS NO. 2 LIGHTING DISTRICT.
RESOLUTION SETTING TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OF PROTESTS IN STREET LIGHTING
SYSTEM: "'
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon and
unanimously carried, The following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 376
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COUNTY OF
ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
PROTESTS IN RELATION TO THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT AND STREET LIGHTING
DISTRICT ANNEXATION REFERRED TO IN RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO0 375
AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK OF SAID CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, TO
GIVE NOTICE OF SAID HEARINGS.
FIRST READING ORDINANCE RE: ZONE CHANGE Z-60 (SAM ROSEN):
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 90, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY CHANGING THE ZONE OF
A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND WITHIN THE CITY TO ZONE R-3 (HIGH DENSITY
MULTIPLE FAMILY) ZONE CHANGE Z-60 (SAMUEL S. ROSEN)
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
and unanimously carried, this Ordinance pass its first reading by the
followinS called vo~e:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Gordon, Gorzeman, WriRht and Noe
None
Van Dyke
FIRST READING ORDINANCE RE: ESTABLISHING A WATER SYSTEM:
It was moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS ESTABLISHING
A WATER DEPARTMENT°
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Gordon and
unanimously carried, this Ordinance pass its first reading by the following
called vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMAN:
Gordon, Gorzeman, Wright and Noe
None
Van Dyke
NOTICE TO DEVELOPERS OF PROPOSED WATER SYSTEM:
It was moved by Councilman Gorzeman, seconded by Councilman Wright and
unanimously carried, She City Manager be authorized to notify Developer~ advisin~
them of the proposed water system plan for the City of Cypress.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Council, it was
moved by Councilman Wright, seconded by Councilman Gordon, and unanimously
carried, this meeting adjourn at 9:35 P. M., to June 17, 1963 at the hour
of 7:30 P, M.
ATT~ST: '.
CITY 'CLERK