Minutes 66-08-22MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
HELD
August 22, 1966
The Cypress City Council held a regular meeting on August 22, 1966, in
the City Council Chambers, 5172 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, at
3:00 p.m., Mayor Frank P. Noe presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, MeCarney, and Noe
ABSENT: None
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney
James Erickson, Public Works Director Arthur Schatzeder, Planning Director
George Putnam, Police Chief George Savord, and Building Superintendent
Tom Nudson.
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and
unanimously carried, to approve the minutes of the August 8, 1966, meeting
with a correction to the last paragraph on Page 14, to read as follows:
"It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman McCarney to
approve the Specifications and authorize the City Clerk to publish separate
notices inviting bids for two one-half ton pick-up trucks with the bid
opening for the fleetside body model to be on August 17, 1966, and the
bid opening for the 8' x 8' flatbed body model to be on September 7, 1966,
and delivery for both trucks to be within 45 days after award of the contract."
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS:
The City Manager advised the Council of the Orange County League of Cities
meeting to be held in San Clemente on August 25, 1966, and also stated that
dedication ceremonies for the Ball Road station of the Cypress Post Office
would be held on Friday, August 26, 1966, at 10:00 a.m.
Following discussion concerning the fly problem experienced in various
sections of the City, with particular reference to the breeding source of
household flies, it was agreed that the City Manager prepare a letter for
distribution to the citizens of the city, outlining the fly control
problems in the City, and actions which have been taken by the City, and
transmitting a bulletin prepared by the Health Department concerning control
of household flies.
As requested at the last City Council meeting, the City Manager summarized
his discussions with representatives of the Shattuck Construction Company
regarding construction of the home on Lot 20 of TraCt No. 5072° He also
read a communication dated August 15, 1966, from the Shattuck Construction
Company to Mr. Leneker, of the Chamber of Commerce, concerning construction
on Lot 20 of the subject tract. City Attorney James Erickson advised that
the City should not become involved in any agreements entered into between
the property owner and developer.
The City Manager advised that a meeting would be scheduled during September
between members of the City Staff, Orange County Health Department, and the
argricultural business owners in the City, in order to review the provisions
of the newly enacted Fly Abatement Ordinance and current methods recommended
by the Health Department for effective fly control.
The City Manager reviewed the actions taken by the City in an effort to
prevent the construction of a dog kennel adjacent to property at
4241 Emerald Circle, stating that the City's request would be considered
by the Los Angeles Regional Planning Commission on August 23, 1966.
Following discussion concerning a request from representatives of William L.
Pereira and Associates that they be consulted concerning the landscaping
concepts for the Civic Center, it was agreed to consider William L. Perkira
and Associates along with the other landscape architect firms submitting
proposals for the Civic Center landscape design.
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The City Manager reviewed a memorandum from the Public Works Director,
relating to the Orange County Flood Control District's maintenance of the
Carbon Creek Channel and their willingness to relocate the fences adjacent
to the channel. He also pointed out that the Orange County Mosquito
Abatement District sprays the channel weekly in an effort to reduce mosquito
breeding.
Discussion ensued concerning a need to enforce the City's Ordinances requir-
ing that trash cans be removed from the alleys within a specified period
of time, with particular reference to the residential area north of Orange
Avenue. It was agreed that the City staff direct a letter to the residents
concerned, advising that the City's Ordinance concerning this matter will
be enforced.
Discussion was held concerning the need to adopt a policy on enforcement
procedures for individuals violating the Building Code, with reference to
either using civil proceedings or criminal proceedings. The City Attorney
indicated his preference to utilizing criminal proceedings, which would be
considerably less time-consuming and less costly to the City.
The Mayor declared a recess at 4:12 p.m. The meeting was called back to
order at 4:24 p.m., all City Councilmen being present.
Following further discussion concerning Building Code enforcement, the
City Manager indicated he would prepare a report for City Council considera-
tion, summarizing the various methods of enforcement.
The City Manager advised that the Cypress School District had voted to
table action in awarding a contract for removal of the weeds and debris
from the school site on Denni Street. He further empahszied the hazardous
condition of the subject property, stating that the City had not required
ttiSproperty to be cleaned in the regular weed abatement program since
the School District had expressed a desire to do the work.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and
unanimously carried, to place this matter on the agenda at this time.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, to direct the City Manager to communicate with the
Cypress School Board, requesting that they proceed with the cleaning of
the school property located on the west side of Denni Street, north of
Orange Avenue, inasmuch as the City Council had previously authorized the
removal of this property from the list of those to be cleaned under the
City weed abatement program, based on the representation made by the School
District that the property would be cleaned by a private contractor.
Mr. Jack Leneker, Acting President of the Cypress Chamber of Conunerce,
addressed the Council concerning the proposed contract between the City
and the Chamber of Commerce scheduled for consideration at the evening
portion of the meeting, setting forth his feelings concerning various
aspects of such a contract.
The Clty Manager outlined a matter which had been brought to the staff's
attention regarding the street lighting system for the Cypress Junior
College District. A change in policy by the Southern California Edison
Company has prompted the Junior College District to consider:an Edison-
owned system, which would be considerably more costly to the City than a
City-owned system.
Following discussion concerning this matter, it was moved by Councilman
Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried,to place
this matter on the agenda at this time.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen, to
authorize the submi~al of a communication to the North Orange County
Junior College District Board of Trustees, requesting that either the Board
proceed under the original commitments for a City-owned street lighting
system adjacent to the Cypress Junior College, or that the Distr~ct reimburse
the City for the annual difference in the street light energy and maintenance
costs between the City-owned system and the Edison-owned system. The motion
was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
The City Manager reviewed a recent action taken by the Cypress Park and
Recreation District Advisory Board in which consideration is being given
to reorganization of the District to allow for a locally-elected Board of
Directors. He further suggested that the Council request the Park District
Advisory Board to delay any further action on this matter, pending the results
of a comprehensive Park and Recreation study to be presented by the staff
to the City Council in the near future. Following further review of this
matter by the City Attorney, it was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by
Councilman harvey, and unanimously carried, to place this matter on the
agenda at this time.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and
unanimously carried, to instruct the City Manager to communicate with the
Advisory Board of the Cypress Park and Recreation District, requesting a
delay in the submission of recommendations to the Board of Supervisors
regarding the possible reorganization of the Park and Recreation District,
in order to allow time for the study now under way by the City to be
presented to and reviewed by the City Council.
The City Manager advised that the examination process for the position of
Finance Director had been completed, and that Mr. Grissom, formerly
with the City of Mohrovia, had been appointed Finance Director effective
September 12, 1966.
RECESS:
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, to declare a recess at 5:33 pom. Unfil 7:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
The Mayor called the meeting back to order at 7:30 p.m., with the following
in attendance:
PRESENT: Councilmen Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
ABSENT: None
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney
James Erickson, Public Works Director Arthur Schatzeder, Planning Director
George Putnam, Building Superintendent Tom Nudson, and Police Chief
George Savord.
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF PICK-UP TRUCK: The City Manager presented
a report dated August 18, 1966, outlining the results of bids received on
August 17, 1966, for the purchase of one fleetside model pick-up truck,
a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen to award
the contract to the lowest and best bidder, Smith Ford Company, 12801
Brookhurst Avenue, Garden Grove, in the total amount of $1,888.97, for the
purchase of one 1967 one-half ton pick-up truck. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
There were no oral communications presented at this time.
COMMUNICATION FROM ORANGE COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT TRANSMITTING
MINUTES FROM JULY MEETING: The City Manager presented a communication
dated July 29, 1966, from the Orange County Mosquito Abatement District,
transmitting a copy of the July 21, 1966, Board Meeting minutes.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and
unanimously carried, this communication be received and filed.
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COMMUNICATION FROM CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO RE: CURBSIDE MAIL DELIVERY:
The City Manager presented a communication dated August 5, 1966, from the
City of San Juan Capistrano, transmitting an Ordinance prohibiting the
erection of certain structures within the public rights-of-way in an attempt
to discourage the policy of the Postmaster General in requiring curbside
mail delivery service.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, this communication be received and filed.
COMMUNICATION FROM CITY ATTORNEY R~: CURBSIDE MAIL DELIVERY: The City
Manager presented a communication dated August 5, 1966, from James
Erickson, City Attorney, setting forth the results of a study concerning
the Postmaster General's requirement of curbside mail delivery in new
subdivisions. Also presented was a communication from the City Attorney,
dated August 11, 1966, regarding a proposed law-suit to be filed by the
City of Pleasanton, contesting the validity of the federal-local relations
regarding the Postmaster General's moratorium on extending door-to-door
mail service to new subidivisions.
The City Attorney indicated that the City of Pleasanton has requested other
cities to participate in this litigation; however, he would recommend that
the Council take no action at this time. The City Council concurred in
the City Attorney's recommendation that he keep the Council advised as to
the status of the curbside mail delivery program.
COMMUNICATION FROM LONG BEACH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AUXILIARY RE: WAIVER OF
ADMISSIONS TAX AT RACE TRACK: The City Manager presented a communication
dated August 8, 1966, from Mrs. Carleton Peters, Chairman of the Horse
Show Committee of the Long Beach Community Hospital Auxiliary, requesting
a waiver of the admissions tax for the Benefit Horse Show to be h~ld at the
Los Alamitos Race Track on September 8, 9, 10, and 11, 1066. The
organization has filed evidence which indicates their status as a non-profit
corporation.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen, to
grant the reqeust and authorize the waiver of admissions tax for the Benefit
Horse Show sponsored by the Long Beach Community Hospital Auxiliary. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
COMMUNICATION FROM VISITING TEACHERS UNDER AMERICAN HOST PROGRAM EXPRESSING
APPRECIATION TO CITY: The City Manager presented a communication dated
August 9, 1966, from the twelve visiting foreign teachers under the American
Host Program sponsored locally by the Cypress Junior Woman's Club, expressing
appreciation for the kindness and consideration given to them by the
community.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, this conmunication be received and filed.
COMMUNICATION FROM LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES RE: PROCLAMATION OF NATIONAL
HIGttWAY WEEK: The City Manager presented a communication dated August 9,
1966, from the League of California Cities, transmitting a Resolution
declaring September 18 - 24, 1966, as National Highway Week.
There being no objections on the part of the Council, Mayor Noe proclaimed
the week of September 18 - 24, 1966, as National Highway Week in the City
of Cypress.
COMMUNICATION FROM CYPRESS JUNIOR WOMAN'S CLUB RE: PROCLAMATION OF TEACHER
RECOGNITION WEEK: The City Manager presented a communication dated
August 10, 1966, from Mrs. Edward Sison, Education Chairman of the Cypress
Junior Woman's Club, requesting the Mayor and City Council to proclaim the
weeks of September 4 - 18, 1966, as Teacher Recognition Weeks in the City
of Cypress.
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There being no objection on the part of the City Council members, Mayor Noe
proclaimed the weeks of September 4-18, 1966, as Teacher Recognition Weeks
in the City of Cypress.
COMMUNICATION FROM ECCO GENERAL CONTRACTORS RE: PAYMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
2-A DRAINAGE FACILITIES: The City Manager presented a communication dated
August 16, 1966, from Mr. Don W. Schmid, Ecco General Contractors, requesting
information regarding the payment for work complted in conjunction with
the construction of the sump and pump station in Drainage District 2-A.
The City Manager explained that payment for this work by the Larwin Company
had been withheld until final City acceptance of the improvements, which
will be considered later in the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen, to
authorize the City Manager to notify Mr. Schmid of the acceptance of the
improvements at such time as the City Council takes action on this matter.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
COMMUNICATION FROM CITY OF BUENA PARK RE: FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BOND ISSUE:
The City Manager presented a communication dated August 17, 1966, from the
City of Buena Park, transmitting a Resolution recommending and urging the
Orange County Board of Supervisors to submit the Orange County Flood
Control District Bond Issue to the vote of the people at the earliest
possible date.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
adopt a similar Resolution, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 719
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
RECOMMENDING AND URGING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS TO SUBMIT THE ORANGE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT BOND ISSUE TO THE VOTE OF THE PEOPLE AT THE
EARLIEST POSSIBLE DATE
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 6222 (JOHNNY JOHNSON): The City
Manager presented Tentative Tract Map No. 6222, 160 lots, 27.50 acres,
located north of the Cypress Civic Center between Grindlay and Walker, as
requested by Johnny Johnson, 81510ranBethorpe Avenue, Buena Park.
Planning Director George Putnam reviewed the subject map and outlined the
conditions of approval recommended by the Planning Commission. He indicated
that the applicant has submitted this tract under the Optional Design
Standards of the Subdivision.Ordinance and is making better utilization
of the land by installing an underground storm sewer system in the Tract.
Councilman McCarney suggested the possibility of extending the periphery
wall on Grindlay for the entire length of the tract. Councilman Kanel
inquired as to why the developer of the tract had no applied for a zone
change on the parcels prior to filing the map. The Planning Director
indicated that the developer had chosen to file the map prior to the zone
change application, thus requiring that a condition be placed on the map
that the approval be subject to a zone change on the property to R-1 zoning.
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
approve Tentative Tract Map No. 6222 subject to the conditions reconmended
by the Planning Commission with the addition of a condition that a block
wall be required along Re east side of Grindlay Street for the length of tbe
tract. Due to the requirement that approval of an optional design sub-
division map receive a two-thirds majority vote of the Council, the motion
failed to carry by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 2 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, McCarney, and Nee
Bowen and Kanel
None
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to deny
Tentative Tract Map No. 6222. The motion failed to carry by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 2 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 3 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen and Kanel'
Harvey, McCarney, and Nee
None
Discussion ensued concerning the reasons for opposition to approval of this
map. Councilman Bowen expressed concern over Condition No. 10, which
provides that the developer shall be reimbursed for all Master Plan of
Drainage facility expenditures above 6% of the value of the gross area of
the Tract. He indicated he felt the developer should pay for all the
drainage facility expenditures since it was an optional design standard
map. He also expressed concern over the outlet onto Grindlay for "B" and
"D" Streets.
Mayor' Nee stated that there was no requirement that the Councilmen voting
in opposition had to disclose their reasons for voting against a matter.
Councilman Harvey indicated he was simply desirous of knowing the Councilmen's
feelings concerning the subject subdivision.
With reference to Condition No. 10, the City Manager explained the method
used by the staff in determining the recommended standards of approval for
an optional design subdivision.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded
by Councilman McCarney to continue consideration of this map until the Council
meeting of September 12, 1966. Prior to voting on this matter, the City
Manager advised that due to the time limit involved in approval or denial
of a tentative tract map, it would be necessary for the developer to consent
to this continuance.
Mr. Johnny Johnson, applicant, addressed the Council, stating that he would
agree to this continuance, and would request the Council to seriously
consider the advantages of the proposed drainage system in this tract.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Nee
None
None
ESTABLISHMENT OF 1966-67 CITY TAX RATE: The City Manager presented a
report dated August 18, 1966, sturmmrizing the assessed valuation figures of
the City of Cypress for the' 1966-67 fiscal year, and recommending that the
tax rate remain at $1.00 per $100 assessed valuation.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance establishing a tax rate of
$1o00 per $100 assessed valuation be read by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 322
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS FIXING THE MUNICIPAL
TAX RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1966-67
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
this Ordinance. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 .COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Nee
None
None
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PROPOSAL FOR INTERIOR FURNISHINGS AT CYPRESS CIVIC CENTER: The City
Manager summarized a proposal received from William L. Pereira and Associates
dated August 18, 1966, for the interior design services relating to the
required carpets and draperies at the Civic Center, at a total cost of
$1,400.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to
request the Cypress Civic Center Corporation to authorize William L.
Pereira and Associates to provide the interior design services related to
the Civic Center carpets and draperies as outlined in their proposal of
August 18, 1966, at a cost of $1,400. The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONTRACT: The City Manager presented a;report dated
August 18, 1966, outlining the desirability of the Chamber of Commerce
employing a professional Chamber Manager to assist both the Chamber and
the City in promoting and attracting commerce and industry to the City and
for the coordination of other programs of direct benefit to both the Chamber
and the City. The employment of a Chamber Manager would require financial
assistance from the City;[Dwever, it is anticipated that monies allocated to
the Chamber would be returned in increased revenues to the City. The City
Manager further reviewed the terms of a proposed Agreement between the City
and the Chamber, and recommended an amount of $10,000 be allocated to the
Chamber for the period of September 1, 1966 through June 30, 1967, payable
in monthly installments.
Discussion ensued concerning the sales tax revenue experienced in the City,
and Councilman Kanel suggested the possiblity of a Council Committee being
formed to review the work done in another city by the individual proposed
to be hired as the Chamber Manager. Councilman Kanel also questioned the
desirability of employing a man who was also employed by another City for
the same purpose.I
The City Manager stated that ~e growing interest expressed by potential
businessmen in the City indicated that the City has reached a point where
it will need professional help in locating businesses within the City.
Mr. L. J. McBride, President of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the
Council, emphasizing the need for employment of a Manager with the required
background for attracting business to the community.
Mr. William Morod, representing the Federation for Community Affairs,
addressed the Council, asking if the promotional efforts proposed for the
Chamber Manager would be for the entire Cypress area, or just the City
limits. Mr. Morod also suggested the possibility of a professional man being
employed by the City, rather than by the Chamber of Commerce, and recommended
that a thorough study be given to this matter prior to Council action.
Mr. Jack Leneker, Vice President of the Cypress Chamber of Commerce, addressed
the Council, reviewing a meeting he had attended with prospective Chamber
Manager, Mr. Bill Shepherd, concerning the location of a large business
interest in the City.
Mr. L. J. McBride again addressed the Council, emphasizing that although
unincorporated areas of the County are included in the Cypress Chamber of
Commerce, it would be one of the projects of the Chamber Manager to try to
interest the property owners in annexing the area to the City.
With refernece to the suggestion that the professional manager be employed
by the City rather than the Chamber, the City Manager explained the
desirability of employment being by the Chamber, since developers of
prospective business and industry look to the local Chambers of Commerce,
in addition to the City government, to determine the desirability of locating
in a particular area. The employment of the professioanl manager by the
Chamber is also more advantageous as it pertains to promoting future
annexations to the City. The City Manager further stated that the proposed
contract with the Chamber would define the duties of the Chamber Manager.
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Councilman Harvey indicated he was satisfied with Mr. Shepherd's qualifica-
tions, as demonstrated at a meeting with him held by the Chamber of Commerce
and the City Council, and further emphasized the need to embark upon some type
of promotional program.
Mr. L. J. McBride again addressed the Council, stating that the employment
of a part-time Chamber Manager would not result in complete withdrawal from
Chamber activities by the present officers.
Mr. Richard Parker, 4662 Ashbury, Cypress, addressed the Council, posing
questions concerning the salary for the proposed Chamber Manager, how much
time would be devoted to the City of Cypress, and concerning the payment for
such services by citizens of the city.
At the request of Mayor Noe, Mr. Bill Shepherd addressed the Council, stating
that he has done professional Chamber of Commerce Manager work for many
years, and emphasized that if the City is not pleased with his work,~the
contract could easily be cancelled, since the payment is proposed on a
month-to-month basis. He indicated that his work in another City should
not conflict, particularly since the types of businesses desired are
completely different.
Mayor Noa declared a recess at 9:20 p.m. The meeting was called back to
order at 9:30 p.m., all City Councilmen being present.
Mayor Noe pointed out that in addition to a Chamber Manager coordinating
activities with the various organizations in the City,~here is a need on
the part of the community organizations to coordinate projects with each
other.
In answer to Mr. Parker's questions concerning the salary for the proposed
Chamber Manager, the City Manager stated it was proposed to be $500.00
per month, with $250-300 allowed for clerical help. He also indicated that
the City will regularly review the programs conducted by the Chamber
with the City§ monies, to insure that the benefits are being provided to
the City rather than the areas outside of the City limits.
Further discussion ensued concerning who would be responsible for the
internal organization of the Chamber as it relates to Counnittee work.
Mr. Shepherd addressed the Council, stating that he would initiate the
various programs and assign the fellow-up work to the different committees
of the Chamber.
In answer to a question from Mrs. Conhie Bleick, 4951 Lemon, Cypress, the
City Manager again explained the reason he feels the proposed program
should be handled through the Chamber of Commerce rather than directly
through the City administration.
Discussion was also held concerning the number of businesses in the City
that are not members of the Chamber of Commerce.
Following further comments concerning the need to initiate some type of
program to attract business and industry to the City, it was moved by
Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman McCarney, to authorize the
Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest an Agreement to be prepared bythe
City Attorney between the City of Cypress and the Chamber of Commerce,
providing for the payment of $10,000 to the Chamber of Commerce for a period
commencing September 1, 1966, and ending June 30, 1967, payable in equal
monthly installments commencing on September 1, 1966. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
It was further moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey
to authorize the transfer of $7,000 from the Reserve for Capital Improve-
ments to the Contractual Services account in the Non-Departmental Division
of the Budget. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
August 22, 1966
TRANSFER OF SANITARY SEWER FACILITIES AND EASEMENTS TO CYPRESS COUNTY
WATER DISTRICT: The City Manager presented a report dated August 18,
1966, ~ecommending adoption of a Resolution authorizing the transfer of the
sanitary sewer facilities and easements in Tract No. 5685, 5728, and 5372
to the Cypress County Water District, as requested in previous actions by
both the City Council and the Water District. The City Manager further
reported that a con~nunication had been received, this date, from the
engineer for the Cypress County Water District, questioning the legal
descriptions on the proposed easements and questioning whether the Water
Board would accept the sewers in easements. Since these easements have
never been formally offered to the Water District, the City Manager
reco~a~ended that the sanitary sewer facilities and easements in the subject
tracts be offered to the Board for their acceptance.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to
adopt the foliowing Resolution, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 720
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN SANITARY
SEWER FACILITIES AND EASEMENTS THEREFOR TO THE CYPRESS
COUNTY WATER DISTRICT.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
ACCESS RIGHTS--EVERGREEN AVENUE AND EVERGREEN DRIVE: The City Manager
presented a report dated August 18, 1966, outlining the results of
negotiations between the Cit~ Attorney and representatives of the
St. Irenaeus Church iu an attempt to solve the problem of access rights
to Evergreen Avenue and Evergreen Drive, which should be finally resolved
upon the conclusion of a modification to the Conditional Use Permit for
the St. Ireuaeus Church. Upon the conclusion of this action, a report
will be presented to the City Council, outlining the conditions of the Use
Permit, which should be sufficient to recommend deletion of the condition
on Tentative Tract Map No. 5337 concerning the access rights.
Following an explanation by the Planning Director of the proposed
solution to the problem of the access rights to Evergreen Avenue and
Evergreen Drive, it was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman
Kanel, and unanimously carried, this report be received and filed.
ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS--DRAINAGE DISTRICT 2-A: The City Manager
presented a report dated August 18, 1966, recommending acceptance of the
pump station, sump, 96-inch drain from the existing channel at the Texaco
Tank Farm westerly across Denni into the sump station, and the 72-inch
outfall line which extends southerly from the sump and pump station into
the Carbon Creek Channel, all of which have been constructed by the
Larwin Company in accordance with the Reimbursement Agreement for Drainage
District 2-A. The acceptance of these~mprovements should be made
subject to the acceptance and recordation of an easement from the Larwin
Company for the entire sump and pump station area, which will be required
until such time as the City acquires the sump station land from the
Larwin Company.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman McCarney to
accept the drainage facilities in Drainage District 2-A, which have been
constructed under the terms of the Drainage Reimbursement Agreement dated
November 6, 1964, between the City of Cypress and the Larwin Company,
as outlined in the City Manager's report, subject to the granting of
appropriate easements for these facilities to the City by the Larwin
Company. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarmey, and Noe
None
None
August 22, 1966
APPROVAL OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT CERRITOS AND BLOOMFIELD:
The City Manager presented a report dated August 18, 1966, outlining the
results of bids received by the City of Los Alamitos for the construction of
traffic signals at the intersection of Cerritos and Bloomfield, which is a
cooperative project with the City of Cypress. The City of Cypress' share
for this project will be one-fourth of the total cost.
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
concur and approve the award of this contract by the City of Los Alamitos
to the low bidder, Smith Electric Company, in the total amount of
$10,217.00. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
ACCEPTANCE OF IRRIGATION SYSTEM--MOODY AND MYRA PARK SITE: The City
Manager presented a report dated August 18, 1966, recommending acceptance
of the irrigation system and appurtenant work installed by Jack's
Sprinkler Company at the Moody and Myra Park site.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman McCarney to
accept the irrigation system and appurtenam~ work on the Moody and Myra
Park site constructed by Jack's Sprinkler Company, and further authorize
the City Clerk to exonerate the bonds in 90 days following acceptance of
the work providing no mechanics liens have been filed. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney,and Noe
None
None
AMENDMENT TO CITY CODE RE: ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS: The City
Manager presented a report dated August 18, 1966, outlinidg~ the need to
amend the City Code relating to the order of business for City Council
meetings, to remove the actual listing of the order of business from the
Code to avoid confusion which could result from the adoption of Resolutions
changing the order of business.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE I, SECTION 2-2.9 OF THE CYPRESS
CITY CODE RELATING TO ORDER OF BUSINESS OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to adopt
the first reading of this Ordinance. The motion was unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
AMENDMENT TO CITY CODE RE: SWIMMING POOL REEqUIREMENTS: The City Manager
presented a report dated August 18, 1966, outlining the need to amend the
City Code to add a provision relating to swimming pools, which was inadver-
tently omitted from the original Ordinance and, theref6re,, not enacted
into the City Code. The amendment would provide that all gates or doors
opening through an enclosure of a swinnning pool shall be equipped with a
self-closing, self-latching device which should be located a minimum of
4 feet, 6 inches above grade on the outside of the gate.
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It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 5-14, OF THE CYPRESS
CITY CODE RELATING TO ENCLOSURES OF SWIMMING POOLS
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Bowen to
adopt the first reading of this Ordinance. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
CORRECTION OF MARCH 29~ 1966~ CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: The City Manager
presented a report dated August 17, 1966, outlining theneed to correct
the minutes of the City Council meeting of March 29, 1966, to eliminate
a discrepancy concerning the lease payment from the Civic Center Corporation
to the City for the Civic Center Ground Lease. The amount should be $1.00
for the term of the lease, rather than $1.00 per year as reflected in the
minutes.
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, to correct the minutes of the March 29, 1966, City
Council meeting to delete the words "per year" on Page 4, paragraph 3.
CERTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT LIST FOR MAINTENANCE MAN I: The City Manager
presented a report dated August 17, 1966, outlining the results of an
examination conducted for the position of Maintenance Man I.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and
unanimously carried, to certify the employment list for Maintenance Man I
as submitted.
MONTHLY VARIANCE REPORT OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR JULY 1966: It
was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by CouncRman Harvey, and
unanimously carried, to receive and file the Monthly Variance Report of
Revenues and Expenditures for July, 1966.
MONTttLY ACTIVITY REPORT FOR JULY 1966: It was moved by Counc~man Harvey,
seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to receive and
file the Monfi~ly Activity Report for July 1966.
APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANT LIST~ WARRANTS NO. 14923 THROUGH 14984: It
was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
approve the Payroll Warrant List for the period ending August 7, 1966,
Warrants No. 14923 through 14984, in the total amount of $16,949.80.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST~ WARR~TS NO. 14985 THROUGH 15053:
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
approve the Commercial Warrant List, Warrants No. 14985 through 15053 in
the total amount of $37,770.03. The motion was unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
SECOND READING ORDINANCE A}INDING CITY CODE RE: FLY CONTROL COSTS: It was
moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously
carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title as follows:
August 22, 1966
ORDINANCE NO. 323
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE II, SECTION 13-10, AND
ADDING SECTION 13-10.1 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE RELATING
TO FLY CONTROL AND PROTECTION OF PUBLIC HEALTH
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Counc~man Kanel, this
Ordinance be adopted. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
SECOND READING ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-148 (LARWIN COMPANY):
It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 324
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE ZONE OF
A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM C-O (COMMERCIAL OFFICE) TO
C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD STORES), ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-148
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey, this
motion be adopted. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
SECOND READING ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-149 (LARWIN COMPANY):
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and
unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 325
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CIL~NGING THE ZONE OF
A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM C-0 (COMMERCIAL OFFICE) TO
C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD STORES), ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-149
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and ~econded by Councilman Bowen to
adopt this Ordinance. The motion was unanimously mrried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
SECOND READING ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-150 (SYKES): It was
moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and unanimously
carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 326
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE ZONE OF A
CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM R-3 (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
TO C-1 (NEIGHBO~tOOD STORES), ZONE CII~G]% 140. Z-150
It was moved by Councilman McCarney and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
adopt this Ordinance. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
None
None
August 22, 1966
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SECOND READING ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-151 ~CYPRESS PLANNING
CO~MISSION): It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman
McCarney, and unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title
only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 327
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
Ab~NDING ~IE ZONING ORDINANCE BY DELETING TIlE C-C
(CIVIC CENTER) ZONE ON A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND, KNOWN
AS ZONE CHA/qGE NO. Z-151
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman McCarney to
adopt this Ordinance. The motion was carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe
Bowen
None
STATUS OF WEED PROBLEM ADJACENT TO ALL AMERICAN MARKET: In answer to a
question from Councilman Kanel, the City Manager explained that the property
adjacent to the All American Market had not been cleaned during the annual
weed abatement program due to an oversite on the part of the City in not
notifying the owners that the area was to be cleaned. The staff did, however,
communicate with the Fire Marshal's office, requesting that action be taken
to alleviate the fire hazard, and steps have been taken by the property
owner to remove the weeds.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
No oral communications were presented at this time.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the City Council at this
time, it was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and
unanimously carried, to adjourn this meeting at 10:24 p.m. until Monday,
August 29, 1966, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cypress County Water District Offices,
9471 South Walker Street, Cypress, in order to conduct a Joint meeting with
the Cypress Planning Commission.
MAYOR OF THE CITY 0~RESS
ATTEST:
CIT~ ~LERK'~F THE G~TY OF CYPRESS
...... August 22~ 1966