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Minutes 66-09-12MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS HELD September 12, 1966 The Cypress City Council held a regular meeting on September 12, 1966, in the City Council Chambers, 5172 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, at 3:00 p.m., Mayor Frank P. Noe presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe ABSENT: Councilman Bowen Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Dartell Essex, City Attorney James Erickson, Assistant City Manager Dartell Dalton, Planning Director Goerge Putnam, Police Chief George Savord, Building Superintendent Tom Nudson, Civil Engineer Associate Jerry Hendricks, and Finance Director Jim Grissom. MINUTES: It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and unanimously carried, to approve the Minutes of the meeting of August 22, 1966, as mailed, with a correction in the last paragraph on Page 5, to change the street name from Graham Street to Grindlay Street. STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS: The City Manager introduced to the Council Mr. Jim Grissom, newly appointed Finance Director f6r the City of Cypress. The City Manager reviewed a cowanunication he had received, this date, from Mr. Chris Breemer, Holland Hour Advertising, requesting the City Council to consider participation in a weekly one-half hour radio program on Saturday mornings at a cost of $37.50 per week for 13 weeks. COUNCILMaN BOWEN ARRIVED AT 3:12 P.M. AND TOOK HIS CHAIR ON THE PODIUM Considerable discussion ensued concerning the desirability of participating in an advertising program of this !hatur~ at this ~me, and concerning the need for additional time to consider such a proposal prior to action by the City Council. It was generally agreed by all members of the Council to take no action on this request at this time. The City Manager advised that copies of the proposal would be distributed to the Council members for consideration in the future. Upon the Suggestion of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to place on the agenda for the evening portion of the meeting, under Written Communications, a communication received this date from the Woman's Club of Cypress. It was agreed by the Council to adjourn this meeting until Monday, September 19, 1966, at 4:00 p.m., in order to interview potential landscape architects for the Cypress Civic Center. The City Manager requested guidance from the City Council concerning the desired method of proceeding to purchase the furniture for the Civic Center, and suggested the possibility of seeking professional advice as to the proper type of furniture for the Civic Center. Following considerable discussion concerning the merits of both the furniture manufactured by the State Cor- rectional Institute and furniture constructed by private enterprise, it was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to place this matter on the agenda at the end of the evening portion of the meeting. The City Manager outlined the need to amend t~ existing Agreement between the City and the North Orange County Junior College District, to include additional work required on Valley View. It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to place this matter on the agenda following Oral Communications. September 12, 1966 The City Manager advised that the report to the Council concerning enforce- ment procedures for individuals violating the Building Code would not be presented at this meeting, as additional time was required for staff study of this matter. He further stated that the report to the Council concerning park and recreation services would not be presented at this meeting. The complexity of this study had caused a delay in a report from the City Attoruey's office. With reference to the action taken by the City Council at its August 22, 1966, meeting, regarding the street lighting system for the Cypress Junior College, the City Manager stated that the Cypress sampus will be developed with a City-owned lighting system. The City Manager reviewed a communication he had received from Congressman Hanna regarding the status of the City's request ~r federal aid in the storm-sewer system. The City Manager advised that advance reservations would be required for the breakfast meeting to be sponsored by the Orange County Division of the League of Cities at the forth-coming League of California Cities Conference. The City Manager also reported that the meeting between members of the City staff, Orange County Health Department, a~d the agricultural business owners in the City in order to review the provisions of the newly enacted Fly Abatement Ordinance had been mheduled for October 4th. Discussion was held concerning the desirability of changing the location for City Council meetings due to the difficulties encountered in utilizing the school cafeteria during the school semester. The City Manager stated that he would investigate the possibility of utilizing the facilities of the Cypress County Water District until such time as the Civic Center is comp~ed. Discussion was held regarding the proper steps that could be taken by the City to encourage the commercial development of the northwest corner of Ball and Walker. It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to place on the agenda for the evening portion of the meeting the matter of the commercial development proposed at the northwest corner of Walker and Ball. Councilman Bowen suggested that consideration be given to the possibRity of employing a junior college student on a part-time basis to conduct future tours of be Civic Center facility. RECESS: It was moved by Councilman Kanel seconded by Councilman McCarney, and unanimously carried, to declare a recess at 4:37 p.m. until 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, McCarney, and Noe ABSENT: Councilmen Kanel Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney James Erickson, Assistant City Manager Darrell Dalton, Planning Director George Putnam, Police Chief George Savord, Building Superintendent Tom Nudson, Civil Engineer Associate Jerry Hendricks, and Finance Director Jim Grissom. AWARD OF CONTI~FOR PURCHASE OF WHEEL TRACTOR LOADER: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the results of bids received on September 7, 1966, for the purchase of a wheel tractor loader, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen to award the contrast to the lowest and best bidder, Milo Equipment Corporation, 1830 East Warner Avenue, Santa Aria, California, in the total amount of $5,801.95 for the purchase of a wheel tractor loader. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, McCarney, and Noe None Kanel September 12, 1966 315 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF ONE-HALF TON PICK-UP TRUCK: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the results of bids received on September 7, 1966, for the purchase of a one-half ton pick-up truck, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Following discussion concerning the bidding procedures used by the various interested parties, it was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to award the contract to the lowest and best bidder, McCoy Ford, 1600 West Lincoh~ Anaheim, California, in the total amount of $2,060.77, including taxes, for the purchase of a one-half ton pick- up truck. COUNCILMAN KANEL ARRIVED AT 7:36 P.M. AND TOOK HIS CHAIR ON THE PODIUM. Councilman Bowen's motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, McCarney, and Noe NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None ABSTAINED:I COUNCILMEN: Kanel AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR pURCHASE OF DUMP TRUCK CAB AND CHASSIS: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the results of bids received on September 7, 1966, for the purchase of a dump truck cab and chassis, a copy of which is on flle in the Office of the City Clerk. It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Boron, to award the contract to the lowest and best bidder, International Harvester Company, 1110 East Katella Avenue, Anahelm, California, in the total amount of $3,208.11, including taxes. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Boron, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe None None AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF DUMP TRUCK BODY AND HOIST: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the results of bids received on September 7, 1966, for the purchase of a dump truck body and hoist, 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, International Harvester Company, 1110 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, California, in the total amount of $1,567.80, including taxes, for the purchase of a dump truck body and hoist. 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 comunications presented at this time. AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS AGP~EEMENT WITH NORTH ORANGE COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT: The City Manager reviewed the need to amend the existing Joint Powers Agreement between the City and North Orange County Junior College District, which provides for sharing of costs in certain of the off-site improvements adjacent to the Cypress Junior College campus to include the construction of an additional lane of paving on the west side of Valley View, which would increase the total cost of the Joint Powers Agreement to $7,800. It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to approve an amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement between the City and the North Orange County Junior College District, to provide for the inclusion of one lane of standard paving, 12 feet in width by 115 feet in length on the west side of Valley View immediately north of the railroad tracks which will increase the total Joint Powers Agreement estimated cost to $7,800. 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 September 12, 1966 316 COMMUNICATION FROM CITY OF SANTA MARIA RE: OBJECTION TO APPLICATION OF THE FIELD ACT: The City Manager presented a communication dated August 24, 1966, from the City of Santa Maria, transmitting a Resolution objecting to the application of the Field Act and recommending that the State review the Act. The communication also requested the City Council to give consideration to the adoption of a similar Resolution. The City Manager suggested the possibility of contacting the local school boards concerning this matter prior to the adoption of a formal ResolUtion. It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to request the City Manager to communicate with the local school boards, asking for their co~anents on the Resolution from the City of Santa Maria. COMMUNICATION FROM CHAIRMAN OF THE 1966 CONSTITUTION WEEK COMMITTEE RE: PROCLAMATION OF CONSTITUTION WEEK: The City Manager presented a communi- cation dated August 31, 1966, from Mr. Loren Tare, Chairman of the 1966 Constitution Week Coma~ittee, requesting the Mayor to proclaim September llT 17, 1966, as Constitution Week. There being no objection on the part of the Council, Mayor Noe proclaimed the week of September 11-17, 1966, as Constitution Week in the City of Cypress. COMMUNICATION FROM WOMAN'S CLUB OF CYPRESS RE: CLUB ACTIVITIES: The City Manager presented a communicatinn dated September 10, 1966, from Mrs. 3ohn Leneker, Recording Secretary for the Woman's Club of Cypress, requesting that the City Council become acquainted with the Woman's Club, and offering their assistance in City projects. It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to direct the City Manager to communicate with the Woman's Club of Cypress, indicating that the City Council appreciates their offer of community service and looks forward to working with them on future City projects. 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, 8151 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, consideration of said map having been continued from the last City Council meeting. Planning Director George Putnam reviewed the subject map and outlined the conditions of approval recommended by the Planning Commission. The map was submitted under the Optional Design standards of the Subdivision Ordinance with the developer proposing to install an underground storm sewer system in the Tract. Councilman Bowen expressed his opposition to Condition No. 10, which provides that the developer shall be reimbursed for all Master Plan of Drainage facility expenditures above 6 percent of the value of the gross area of the Tract, stating that in his opinion the developer should pay for all of the required drainage facilities. Mr. Johnny Johnson, applicant, addressed the Council, emphasizing the desirability of installing the underground drainage system in the tract, and indicated that since payment of the normal Drainage District 2- A fees is required, it would be an additional hardship if they were required to pay for all of the required drainage facilities. It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman McCarney to approve Tentative Tract Map No. 6222 subject to the following conditions: Walker Street to be dedicated and improved in conformance with the General Plan. Access rights shall be dedicated to the City along all lots backing up or siding onto Grindlay Street, Walker Street, and the most northerly portion of Watson Street adjacent to the tract. September 12, 1966 1· 12. 13. 14. 15. 6. 20. 21. 22. The drainage fees shall be paid which are in effect at the time the final map is approved. Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. An ornamental concrete block wall shall be constructed along the boundary of the Tract, including Walker Street and Grindlay Street. The ornamental concrete block wall on Grindlay Street, adjacent to the Civic Center property, shall be approved by the Architectural Control Committee of the City. The tract map is approved, subject to the approval of a Zone Change from R-4 and R-2 to R-1 (One-family Residential). The developer shall construct an underground storm drain from Walker Street to the existing 2-A channel on the west side of Grindlay Street. The design and location of the storm ~ewer. shall be approved by the City Engineer. The developer shall donate to the City 6 percent of the gross area of the tract or 6 percent of the value of the gross area of the tract. The developer shall be reimbursed for all Master Plan of Drainage facility expenditures above 6 percent of the value of the gross area of the tract. All street trees shall be of a 15-gallon size. All streets shall be dedicated and improved within the boundary of the tract. Five foot (5') sidewalks are permitted adjacent to the curbs on all interior streets. Four foot (4') tree wells shall be required on all streets having walks adjacent to curbs. All lots shall here a 50-foot frontage with a 20-foot front setback line· The Planning Department may approve minor deviations. The extension of Watson Street to the south shall be improved with curbs and gutter on the west, and curb, gutter, and side- walk on the east. The extension shall be paved to the most southerly boundary of the tract. Advance street light energy charges to be paid. Any required retaining wall shall have footings designed for ultimate extension to six feet (6') in height. The developer may be required to provide a City-owned street lighting system, depending on the City policy at the time of recordation of the final map. A three foot (3') parkway easement shall be provided behind and adjacent to all sidewalks on interior streets. This parkway easement shall not be more than 8~' in depth behind the face of the curb. All 56' streets shall be improved with 40' of paving curb to curb. Street lights, fire hydrants, and water meters shall be located in back of the sidewalks where the sidewalks are adjacent to the curb· Street lights shall have g-foot arms. All homes shall be constructed with a 20' rear yard, unless approved by the Planning Department. September 12, 1966 318 24. All proposed street names shall be submitted to the Planning Department for recommendation. 25. All 47' streets shall have 36' of paving curb to curb. 26. This approval is subject to Tentative Tract No. 6222, Revised, dated "Received, July 28, 1966." 27. The developer shall attempt to maintain a .2 percent grade. 28. A drainage easement shall be provided from the church property as required. 29. There shall be a Lot "A" along the east line of Lot 95 northerly to the boundary of the Tract, which shall extefid from that point in a westerly direction to Lot 94. Prior to voting on this motion, further discussion was held concerning the drainage fee assessment for the tract and concerning the amount of money which would be due the developer under the terms of Condition No. 10. Councilman Kanel's motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCIlaMEN: NOES: 1 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe Bowen None CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 6276 (LARWIN COMPA/~Y): The City Manager presented Tentative Tract Map No. 6276, consisting of 98 lots, 19 acres, located at the northeast corner of Orange Avenue and Bloomfield Street, as requested by the Larwin Company, 9300 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, California. Planning Director George Putnam reviewed the subject map and outlined the conditions of approval recommended by the Planning Commission. The map was submitted under the Optional Design Standards of the Subdivision Ordinance, with the subdivider proposing to develop a one-half acre park site in the southerly portion of the tract. Considerable discussion ensued concerning the proposed conditions relating to required easements for drainage of the tract. The City Manager explained that portions of the proposed conditions may not be required, pending the outcome of the study now underway of the drainage solution for the adjacent area. The City Manager also advised that a condition should be added requiring that drainage be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Discussion was also held concerning the possibility of withholding action on this map pending completion of the drainage study in the quarter- section bounded by Bloomfield, Orange, Denni, and Lincoln. Mr. Lee Goldin, representing the applicant, indicated that the improvement plans for the tract cannot be signed until they are satisfactory to the City Engineer and pointed out that the proposed conditions merely provide alternate solution for the drainage in the tract. Further discussion was held concerning the development plans for property to the north of the subject tract, the drainage conditions imposed on Tract No. 5072, which is immediately east of the subject tract, and concerning the manner in which the proposed park will be maintained. Mr. Pete Van Ruiten, 9432 So. Bloomfield, Cypress, addressed the Council, stating he understood the storm runoff from the area to the north of the subject tract would drain through Tract No. 5072, rather than through the subject tract. He further stated that he had no objection to approval of this Tentative Tract Map. Mr. Lee Geldin again addressed the Council, stating that the Larwin Company does not object to the two conditions concerning the drainage easements. He did request, however, that consideration be given to deleting the require- ment in Condition No. 15 that the improvements on Bloomfield and Orange be to centerline. With reference to this request, the City Manager reviewed the study which is now underway by the staff to determine a City policy with reference to street improvement requirements for developers. In answer to a question from Councilman Harvey, the City Manager indicated that other developers have been required to provide street improvements to centerline. September 12, 1966 It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Kanel to approve Tentative Tract Map No. 6276 subject to the following conditions: 1. All lots shall be a minimum of 5,000 square feet. The developer shall provide a 6 foot easement across the east side of Lot 1 with a 6 foot block wall separating the easement from the balance of the Lot. The wall shall be 3 feet in height in the required front yard setback· The developer shall provide a curb opening and graded drainage ditch for a 6 foot easement on the east side of Lot 1. The developer shall investigate the drainage of the parcel immediately northerly of the Tract, and shall provide a 10 foot drainage easement on the west side of Lot 6 with curb openings and graded ditch, if necessary, and construct a 6 foot block wall at each side of the 10 foot easement. The developer shall attempt to maintain a minimum street grade of . 21. 6. Advance street light energy charges shall be paid. 7. All lots to drain to the front at a minimum 1% grade. Any required retaining wall shall have footings designed for ultimate extension to 6' in height. The developer may be required to provide a City owned street lighting system. The developer shall provide an automatic parkway sprinkling system on Orange Avenue. The design and location of the system to be approved by the City Engineer. Street lights, fire hydrants, and water meters shall be located in back of the sidewalks, where the walk is adjacent to the curb, with 8 foot arms on the street lights. 2, The improvements on Bloomfield adjacent to the Los Angeles Flood Control frontage to be resolved. 3· All interior tree wells shall ~ 4 feet by 4 feet and all other tree wells to be approved by the City Engineer. Orange Avenue and Bloomfield to be regraded, if required, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Bloomfield and Orange Avenue to be dedicated and improved in accordance with the General Plan. Improvements shall be to centerline· 16. All 47-foot streets shall be 36 feet ofpaving curb to curb. All 51-foot and 60-foot streets shall have 40 feet of pa,ing curb to curb. 18. Five foot (5') sidewalks are permitted adjacent to the curb. A three foot (3') parkway easement shall be provided behind and adjacent to all sidewalks which are adjacent to curbs, This parkway easement shall not be more than 8½ feet in depth behind the face of the curb. A 1-foot strip shall be dedicated at the end of each cul-de-sac. The length of this strip shall be approved by the Planning Department. 1. Access rights along Orange Avenue and Bloomfield Street shall be dedicated to the City of Cypress excepting Lot 100. september 12, 1966 32O 22. A mandatory membership is required for the maintenance and operation of the park. A document indicating how the park will be maintained and operated shall be approved by the City prior to the issuance of a building permit. 23. The park shall be fully improved in accordance with the plans approved by the Planning Department and a bond shall be posted with the City guaranteeing the improvements on the park. An ornamental six foot (6') high concrete fence shall be constructed along all lots backing up or siding onto Bloomfield gtreet and Orange Avenue, excepting Lot 100. This wall shall be constructed along the east and north line of Lot 100. The wall shall be approved by the City staff. 25. The developer shall pay drainage fees. 26. The parkway on Bloomfield shallbe solid concrete with tree wells. 27. Lots shall not be less than 84 feet in depth and 60feet in width. Minor variations may be approved by the Planning Department. 28. A five foot (5') front yard setback is permitted on Lots 9, 10, 17, 18, 33, 34, 41, and 42. A wrought iron fence shall be constructed in the 1-foot dedica- tion at the end of the cul-de-sacs. This fence shall be a minimum of 5 feet in height and approved by the Planning Department. 30, Development rights of the park shall be dedicated to the City. 31. Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Councilman Harvey's motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: NOES: I COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, and Noe McCarney None ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS~ TRACT NO. 5930 (BEAR STATE BUILDERS): The City Manager presented a report from the Public Works Director, dated September 8, 1966, recommending acceptance of the public improvements in Tract No. 5930, developed by Bear State Builders, Ino at the westerly end of Camp Street between Denni and Moody Streets. It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to accept the improvements in Tract No. 5930 and authorize the City Clerk to release the performance bonds in 90 days and the labor and material bonds in 180 days 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 APPLICATION FOR PRIVATE PATROL SERVICE--ACE GUARD SERVICE: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, stating that an applica- tion for the operation of a private patrol service in the City has been received from Mr. Frank J. Hendrix, representing Ace Guard Service. The Police Department has conducted an investigation of the applicant and finds no objection to the approval of the permit by the City Council. The City Manager further advised that in 1963, the City Council had determined that the three private patrol services operating in the City at that time were sufficient for the population and needs of the City. Since the City has increased substantially in population since that time, the City staff has no objection to the granting of an additional private patrol service in the City. It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to authorize the issuance of a permit for Private Patrol Service to the Ace Guard Service in accordance with Chapter 21 of the Cypress City Code. September 12, 1966 APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS FOR UTILIZATION OF EDISON COMPANY POLES: The City ~anager presentad a report dated September 8, 1966, reviewing two agree- ments submitted to the City by the Southern California Edison Company, which provide for the attachment of traffic regulating devices to the Edison Company poles. It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to approve the Agreement with the Southern California Edison Company for Attachment and Joint Use of Utilities' Wood Pole and authorize the Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest said Agreement. 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 moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen, to approve the Agreement with the Southern California Edison Company for Attachment and Joint Use of Edison Ornamental Electrollers, and authorize the Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest said Agreement. 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 DRAINAGE AGREEMENTS--N.T.&T. PROPERTIESI INC. AND THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA DISTRICT OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH - M1SSOURI SYNOD: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, reviewing the 1964 construc- tion of a storm drain on the north side of Cerritos in Drainage District 3-B. At the time of the construction, there was an oral agreement between the City of Cypress and N.T.& T. Properties, Inc. and the Lutheran Church that the portion of the storm drain constructed adjacent to their property would satisfy their requirements for payment of drainage fees. Since this oral agreement was never formalized, the City Attorney has prepared a Resolution and Memorandum of Agreement which outlines the terms of the oral agreement and provides for ~e exemption of these properties from the payment of future drainage charges. It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to adopt the following Resni,tion, title as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 721 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING A CERTAIN AGREEMENT REGARDING DRAINAGE FACILITIES AND DRAINAGE FEES FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN DRAINAGE DISTRICT 3-B 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 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC CENTER STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, reviewing the street improvements required adjacent to the Civic Center, and recommending approval of the Plans and Specifications for this work, which also includes underground street lighting. In answer to a question from Councilman Bowen, the City Manager indicated that the plans did not provide for a traffic signal at Orange and Grindlay. It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to approve the Plans and Specifications for the Civic Center street improvements as outlined in the City Manager's report, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be received on October 5, 1966, at 10:00 a.m. in the Office of the City Clerk. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: September 12, 1966 322 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5 COUNCILMEN: 0 COUNCILMEN: 0 COUNCILMEN: RECESS: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe None None The Mayor declared a recess at 9:15 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 9:24 p.m., all City Councilmen being present. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR VALLEY VIEW - PACIFIC ELECTRIC RAILWAY IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the Plans and Specifications which have been ~epared for the improvement of the Valley View crossing at the Pacific Electric Railroad tracks, which includes complete street improvements to ultimate grade and width across the Pacific Electric Railway, including crossing protection devices, and construction of a reinforced concrete storm drain extending from Valley View westerly to the Newman drain. The costs for this project will be shared by the City, Southern California Water Company, North Orange County Junior College District, Southern Pacific Company, and the Public Utilities Commission. In addition to approval of the Plans and Specifications for this project, the City Manager advised that it would be necessary to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the Junior College District for the portion of the project to be shared between the City and the District. It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to approve the Plans and Specifications as outlined in the City Manager's report, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be received on October 5, 1966, at 1:00 p.m. in the Office of the City Clerk. 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 Coundlman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Bowen to authorize the preparation and execution of a Joint Powers Agreement with the North Orange County Junior College District, providing for the sharing of costs for the construction of the storm drain from Valley View westerly to the Newman drain. 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 PUBLIC WORKS MaINTENANCE BUILDING--APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, revie~ing the Plans and Specifications which have been completed for the initial phases of construction of a 40' x 80' steel frame Public Works building on the Civic Center site. Also presented was a plot plan of the area. Following discussion concerning the construction material to be utilized in the proposed building, it was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman McCarney to approve the Plans and Specifications for the Public Works maintenance building as outlined in this report, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be received on October 4, 1966, at 10:00 a.m. in the Office of the City Clerk. 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 OItANGEWOOD STORM DRAIN--ArPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, outlining the proposed construction by the Orange County Flood Control District of the Orangewood Storm Drain, which extends from the Bolsa Chica Channel east through the Los Alamitos Naval Air Station property, and is required in the City's Drainage District 3-SQ. Prior to the award of the contract by the Orange County Board of Supervisors, the Plans and Specifications must be approved by the City of Cypress. September 12, 1966 Following brief discussion concerning this matter, it was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen to approve the Plans and Specifications of the Orange County Flood Control District for construction of the Orangewood Storm Drain as outlined in the City Manager's report. 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 CERTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT LIST FOR CROSSING GUARD: The City Manager presented a report dated September 8, 1966, setting forth the results of an examination Conducted for the position of Crossing Guard. It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and unanimously carried, to certify the employment list for Crossing Guard as submitted. CERTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT LIST FOR MAINTENANCE MAN I: The City Manager presented a report dated September 2, 1966, setting forth the results of an examination conducted for the position of Maintenance Man I. It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to certify the employment list for Maintenance Man I as submitted. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANT LIST, WARRANTS NO. 15054 THROUGH 15114: It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman McCarney to approve the Payroll Warrant List for the Period Ending August 21, 1966, Warrants No. 15054 through 15114, in the total amount of $15,785.31. The motion was unanimously carried by the followinE roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarney, and Noe None None APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANT LIST FOR CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman McCarney to approve the Payroll Warrant List for the month of August 1966, Warrants No. 15115 through 15127 in the total amount of $785.56. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, McCarneys and Noe None None APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARP~T LIST, WARRANTS NO. 15128 THROUGH 15189: It was moved by Councilmau Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve the Payroll Warrant List for the period ending September 4, 1966, Warrants No. 15128 through 15189, iu the total amount of $16,593.26. The motion was unanimously carried by the followinE 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, WARRANTS NO. 15190 THROUGH 15251: It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen to approve the Commercial Warrant List, Warrants No. 15190 through 15251 in the total amount of $10,236.20. 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 AMENDING CITY CODE RE: ENCLOSURE OF SWIMMING POOLS: It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be read by title only, title as follows: September 12, 1966 ORDINANCE NO. 328 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AHENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 5-14, OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE RELATING TO ENCLOSURES OF SWINGING POOLS It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman HcCarney to approve the second 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 SECOND READING ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE RE: ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS: It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and unanimously carried, the following Ordinance be reed by title only, title as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 329 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 Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve the second 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 INTERIOR FURNISHINGS FOR CIVIC CENTER FACILITY: As directed at the afternoon session of the City Council meeting, the City Council once again reviewed the desired method of proceeding to purchase the furnishings for the Civic Center. Following considerable discussion regarding this matter, it was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Mayor Noe to authorize the employment of William L. Peteira and Associates to assist in selecting the Civic Center furnishings within the budgeted amounts, subject to ratification by the City Council of {he fee schedule for this work. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN: NOES: 2 COUNCILMEN: ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: Harvey, Kanel, and Noe Bowen and McCarney None COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AT NORTHWEST CORNER OF WALKER AND BALL: The City Council reviewed the pending commercial development of the northwest corner of Walker and Ball with reference to the possibility of communicating with the property owner and the proposed market to encourage iw~ediate development. Mr. L. J. McBride, President of the Cypress Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council, stating that the Chamber has made some contact concerning the development of the subject property, and he would suggest that the City Council await the results of their communications prior to taking any official action. In answer to a question from Councilman Harvey, Mr. McBride indicated that a report concerning the status of this matter could probably be prepared for City Council consideration at the next Council meeting. Following further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Harvey, and carried, to direct the City Manager to wo[k with the Chamber of Commerce regarding the need for development at the northwest corner of Walker and Ball, with a report to be presented concerning this matter at the next regular meeting. September 12, 1966 CHANGE IN CITY CO.UNCIL CHEER LOCATION: The City Manager reported that following the afternoon session of the City Council meeting, it was verified that the meeting room of the Cypress County Water District building, 9471 South Walker Street, Cypress, would be available for use by the City Council and Planning Commission until such time as the Civic Center facilities are completed. It was moved by Councilman McCarney, seconded by Councilman Kanel, and unanimously carried, the foii~wing Ordinance be read by title only, title as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 330 AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AMENDING SECTION 2-2 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE, CHANGING THE PLACE OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS It wes moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman McCarney 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 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: No oral communications were presented at this time. EXEq.UTIVE SESSION: Councilman Kanel requested that an executive session be held with the City Manager and Police Chief to discuss personnel problems. The Mayor declared a recess at 10:11 p.m. in order for the Council to go into executive session. The meeting was called back to order at 10:45 p.m., all City Councilmen being present. ADJOUENMENT: It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen, and unanimously carried, to adjourn this meeting at 10:46 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, September 19, 1966, at the City Hall, 9737 South Walker Street, Cypress. ATTEST: CITY CL~K 6F'~tE ~ITY/OF CYPRESS September 12, 1966