Minutes 69-09-22MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
September 22, 1969
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 4:00
pomo on Monday, September 22, 1969, in the City Council Chambers, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor Pro Tom John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen Bowen, Kanel and Noe
ABSENT: Councilmen Harvey and Mayor Kanode
Also present were City ManagerZCity Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney James
Eo Erickson and the following members of the City Staff: Dunlap, Grissom
and Poert~ero
It was moved by CoUncilman Bowen~ seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried to continue consideration of the Minutes until the arrival of Council-
man Harvey and Mayor Kanode.
General discussion was held regarding arrangements for attendance at the
various activities of the Annual League of California Cities Conference in
San Francis co from September 28, 1969 through October 1, 1969.
Councilman Bowen stated that he would prefer to attend the Congress of Cities
Conference to be held in Ssm Diego in December, and it was generally agreed
that this Conference would be of benefit to all members of the Council.
The City Manager advised that Mayor Kanode had discussed with Supervisor
Phillips the possibility of meeting Jointly with the City Council and had
further suggested the possibility of including the City of La Palma in this
meeting~
Councilman Kenel reviewed a request he had received to investigate the possi-
bility of installing a crosswalk across Walker Street at the intersection
of Lima Avenue to provide additional access for school children walking to
Cypress and Sto Irenaeus Schools.
He also requested the Staff to investigate the possibility of installing a
walkway on a portion of the north side of Orange Avenue to provide safer
access for pedestrians and school children.
The City Attorney reviewed the procedures whereby the City could require
property owners to proceed with the installation of sidewalks adjacent to
their property.
Councilman Bowen stated that he has received complaints from residents on
Vista Sierra relative to parents who drive their children to school using
this street as a short cut from Walker to Grindlay and indicated that this
additional traffic presents a hazard for other small children in the area.
Councilman Kanel then reviewed a problem which exists at Rome Avenue and
Walker Street as a result of cars speeding around the curves and inquired
into the possibility of installing "Slow, Watch for Children" signs.
The City Manager Stated that the request for a crosswalk across Walker at
Lime Avenue, the problem of cars cutting through Vista Sierra to reach
Grindlay Street and the problem of speeding cars at Rome and Walker would
be presented to the Advisory Traffic Committee for consideration at its
next meeting. He further indicated that the Staff would pursue the possi-
bility of requiring the property owners on the north side of Orange west
of Walker Street to install sidewalks adjacent to their properties.
RECESS:
It was moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilmen Bowen and unanimously
carried to recess at 4:17 pom. The molering was called back to order at 4:26
p.m., all City Councilman present, with the exception of Mayor Kanode.
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September 22, 1969
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of August 26,
1969 as mailed°
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of September
3, 1969 as mailed°
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 8, 1969
as mailed°
It was moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously
carried to proceed to Item No. 6 at this time.
COMMUNICATION FROM TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION OF. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
TOPICS PROGRAM: The City Manager reviewed a communication dated September
5, 1969 from Mr. John Wo Shaver, Secretary of the Transportation Association
of Southern California, transmitting a copy of a R~solution adopted by the
Executive Board of TASC requesting the City Council's assistance in revising
and decreasing the excessive procedures and controls developed for the TOPICS
Program°
The City Manager reviewed the extent of the added procedures and advised that
the Public Works Department upon completion of its review of the contents
of the Resolution has advised that the problems outlined are realistic and
would concur in the contents of the Resolution.
It was moved by Councilman Noe and seconded by Councilman Harvey to concur
in the contents of the Resolution from the Transportation Association of
Southern California and to request the City Manager to notify the Depart-
m ent of Transportation of the Federal Government and the appropriate
legislators from this area of the City Cooncil's position on this matter.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMAN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel and Noe
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEN: Kanode
COMMUNICATION FROM ORANGE COUNTY MgSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT RE: MINUTES
OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING: The City Manager reviewed a communication
dated September 12, 1969 from 3r. Jack H. Kimball, District Manager of the
Orange County Mosquito Abatement District, transmitting a copy of the Minutes
of the Board of Trustees Meeting held August 21, 1969. A copy of these
Minutes is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen, seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried this communication be received and filed.
COMMUNICATION FROM PROGRESS '80 STEERING COMMITTEE HE: CYPRESS IDENTIFICATION
DAY: The City Manager reviewed a communication dated September 12, 1969
from Mr. Wes Phillips, Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Goals Pro-
gram, requesting the City Council to declare Saturday, October 4, 1969, as
"Cypress Identification Day."
It was moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously
carried to proclaim Saturday, October 4, 1969 as "Cypress Identification
Day" following which Mayor Pro tem Kanel did so proclaim.
C. OM~ICATION FROM TANGLEWOOD NORTH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION lIE: "FLAG DAY
FOR TANGLEWOOD": The City Manager reviewed a communication dated September
13, 1969 from Mr. G. A. Hebert of the Tanglewood North Homoowners Association
inviting the City Council and Staff to attend the flag pole dedication cere-
monies in Tanglewood North to be held on October 25, 1969 and requesting the
City Council to proclaim October 25, 1969 as "Flag Day for Tanglewood."
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It was moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously
carried to proclaim Saturday, October 25, 1969 as "Flag Day for Tanglewood,"
following which Mayor Pro tom Kanel did so proclaim.
COMMUNICATION FROM WOMAN'S CLUB OF CYPRESS RE: CYPRESS ANTI-LITTER WEEK:
The City Manager presented a communication dated September 13, 1969 from
Mrs~ John Leneker, President of the Woman's Club of Cypress, reviewing the
proposed program for the 1969 Beautification Program in Cypress which will
include a poster contest and other beauttfication activities, and requesting
the Mayor and City Council to proclaim the week of November 3, through
November 8, 1969 as "Cypress Beautification Week." The City Manager advised
that the Woman's Club subsequently requested that this week be proclaimed
"Cypress Anti-Litter Week" since this year's program has been divided into
two phases with the beautification phase to be held in the spring and the
anti-litter phase to be held in the fall.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously
carried to proclaim the week of November 3 through November 8, 1969 as "Cypress
Anti-Litter Week," following which Mayor Pro tom Kanel did so proclaim.
RECESS:
The Mayor Pro tom declared a recess at 4:57 p.m. The meeting was called
back to order at 4:58 p.m., all City Councilman present, with the exception
of Mayor Kenode.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Noe and unanimously
carried to proceed to Items No. 17 and 18 at this time.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN IMPROVEMENT OF ALLEY
SOUTH OF LINCOLN EAST OF WALKER: The City Manager presented a report dated
September 11, 1969 from the Public Works Director reviewing a proposal for
the City's participation in the construction of an alley extending from
Walker Street to the east property line of Automan Management, Inc. at
5592 Lincoln Avenue, which is estimated to cost $1,800.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve
participation by the City in the improvement of the alley south of Lincoln
from 330 feet east of Walker to 589 feet east of Walker and to authorize
the expenditure of $1,800 to cover the City's share of the construction to
be funded from the Miscellaneous Street Improvement Account. The motion
was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel and Noe
None
Kenode
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 22165
THROUGH 22310: It was moved by Councilman Noe and seconded by Councilman
Bowen to approve the Commercial Warrant List for Warrants No. 22165 through
22310 in the amount of $200,857.37.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Noe relative to Warrant No. 22303,
the Finance Director explained that this expenditure was required to repair
the underground lighting system at Cypress College which was disrupted
during the process of planting trees.
Councilman Noe's motion was then unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel and Noe
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEN: Kenode
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Upon the request of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Noe,
seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously carried to go into an Executive
Session at 5:08 p.m. for the purpose of discussing pending litigation. The
meeting was called back to order at 5:15 p.m., all City Councilmen present
with the exception of Mayor Kenode.
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The City Manager reviewed the status of the Los Alamitos Naval Air Station
expansion program and indicated that a representative from a public relations
firm has offered his assistance to the City in pursuing this matter and has
arranged a meeting with Congressman Hanna to discuss the City's position on
this matter,
MAYOR FANODE ARRIVED AT 5:18 P.M., TOOK HIS PLACE ON THE PODIUM AND PRE-
SIDED OVER THE REMAINDER OF THE MEETING.
General discussion ensued relative to the proposed meeting with Congressman
Hanna and to the establishment of a citizens' committee to initiate further
citizen participatioR i~ th'is effort. The City Manager advised that
the City has the names and addresses of persons residing both within Cypress
and within other comunities who wish to assist the City in preventing the
expansion of the Naval Air Station.
The City Manager reviewed the discussions which took place in meetings with
the representatives of the petitioners who oppose construction of multiple
family dwellings at the southwest comer of Lincoln and Dennt. He further
reviewed statements which were made by a representative from the Cypress
Elementary School District at a meeting of the Economic Environment ComnLtttee
of the Goals Program in which it was indicated that construction of multi-
ple family units would not affect the School District's ability to provide
adequate school facilities for the students. The City Manager stated that
Mr. Koppang had artended this meeting and has since advised his office that
the optional design subdivision proposal which was submitted by the developer
as an alternative to the standard subdivision map is satisfactory to most
of the residents who had originally signed the petition.
Councilman Harvey reviewed the information he had gathered from an independent
survey of the persons who had signed the petition, specifically in regard to
their understanding of the intent of the petition and their reasons for
opposing multiple family developments.
The City Manager then reviewed the plans for development of the subdivision
at the southwest corner of Lincoln and Denni under the optional design pro-
visions of the Subdivision Ordinance which would allow the Council greater
flexibility in the imposition of conditions.
RECESS:
It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Bowen and uanimously
carried to recess at 5:35 p.mo, until 7:30 p.m. that evenlng~
CALL TO ORDER:
The Mayor called the City Council meeting back to order at 7:30 p.m. with
the following in attendance:
PRESENT: Councilman Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
ABSENT: None
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Dartell Essex, City Attorney
James E. Erickson and the following members of the City Staff: Dunlap,
Grissom, 3olley, Poertner, Putnam, Savord and Schatzeder.
PLEDGE OF AI~LEGIANCE:
Boy Scout Troop 160 of Cypress led the City Council and audience in the
Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TREE REMOVAL P~OGRAM, CITY PROJECT
NO. 7008-90-0000: The City Manager presented a report dated September 22,
1969 from the Public Works Director reviewing the results of a bid opening
which was held on September 22, 1969 for the removal of trees at various
locations within the City. The report indicated that of three bids received,
American Tree Service of Compton, California, submitted the lowest and
best bid in the ~mount of $3,974.00, which is approximately 45.5% below
the Engineer's estimate.
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It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Noe to de-
tentins that the lowest and best bid for the removal of trees at various
locations within the City was submitted by American Tree Service, 2509
North Santa Fe, Compton, Cali fornia, as per their proposal dated September
18, 1969 in the amount of $3,974.00 and to authorize award of the contract
for this project to American Tree Service°
Councilman Kanel requested that the Public Works Department oversee this
program to assure that trees will not be removed indiscrtminately, following
which, Councilman Harvey's motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr~ Richard Koppang, 4024 Berwick Court, Cypress, California addressed the
Council inquiring as to the possibility of considering the optional design
subdivision map for Tract No. 5983 prior to conduct of the Public Hearings,
and further inquiring as to whether public testimony will be received on
this matter.
The City Council generally agreed that testimony would be received from the
audience during consideration of Tract No. 5983 and that this item would be
considered after the Public Hearings.
Since Item Noo 2 was a Public Hearing scheduled for 8:00 p.m., it was moved
by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously carried
to proceed to Item No. 13 and continue until 8:00 p.m.
CONSIDERATION OF SUBMITTAL OF PROJECTS FOR INCLUSION IN ORANGE COUNTY FLOOD
CONTROL DISTRICT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS FOR ~970-71 FISCAL YEAR: The City
Manager presented a report dated September 18, 1969' from the Public Works
Director requesting authorization to submit three projects to the Orange
County Flood Control District's Advisory Committee for inclusion in the
1970-71 program of the Flood Control District. These projects consist of
(1) the Knott-Cerritos Storm Drain, estimated to cost $178,000, which will
extend from the Jonathan Storm Channel on the south to the intersection of
Cerritos and Knott, (2) the Orangewood Storm Drain, estimated to cost $145,000,
which will extend from Valley View to the end of the existing box structure
west of Valley View and (3) the Storm Drain to be constructed in the ex-
tension of Walker Street to Katella Avenue and southerly to the Bolsa Chica
Channel, which is estimated to cost $474,000.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Noe to approve
the forwarding of a request to the Orange County Flood Control District
for the following three projects for consideration of inclusion in the
1970-71 Budget:
C02 PO3, Knott--Cerritos Storm Drain in Knott Street.
CO2 PO1, Complete the Orangewood Storm Drain in Orangewood Avenue.
3. CO2 PO2 in the extension of Walker Street across Katella Avenue to
the Bols a Chica Channel.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF PROGRESS REPORT RE:. OPPOSI~IO~ T9 LOS AL.AMITOS NAVAL AIR
STATION: The City Manager presented a report dated September 18, 1969 re-
viewing the results of the meeting which was held with representatives
from the Cities of Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Stanton, Garden Grove and
Westminster to dis cuss the proposed expansion program of the Los Alamitos
Naval Air Station.
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The City Manager then reviewed subsequent action which has been taken by
other Cities relative to this matter and plans to conduct further meetings
with various agencies and individuals, including Congressman Hanna, to
arrive at a solution to this problem· He also suggested that the City
CounCil may wish to consider the appointment of a citizens' steering co~--
mittee to coordinate the activities of the citizens of Cypress in this matter
and stated that the City has on file the n~me_s and addresses of persons from
Cypress as well as other communities indicating their desire to participate
in this matter.
Following discussion as to which Cities and agencies have been informed of
the City Council's position on the Naval Air Station, it was moved by
CooncilmanKanel, seconded by Counciln~h-i Noe and unanimously carried to
request the City Manager to transmit copies of the Resolution opposing the
Los Al~m/tos Naval Air Station land expansion program to the appropriate
school districts requesting them to forward this information to their respective
P.T.A.'s and informing them of the meetings which have been conducted to date
on this matter.
It was moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilman Bowen and unanimously
carried to receive and file the Progress Report from the City Manager re-
garding the status of the Los Alamitos Naval Air Station Expansion.
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF I.MPROVEMEN~S AND P~LEASE OF BONDS--TRACT NO.
6.22a (LARI4IN COMPANY): The City Manager presented a report dated September
15, 1969 from the Public Works Director advising that the public im~rove-
n~nts in Tract No. 6222 have been satisfactorily completed in accordance
with plans and specifications, and reviewing certain items which should be
completed prior to release of the public improvement bonds·
Councilman Bowen stated that the paving in the curbs in front of his and
his neighbors' homes is cracking and inquired as to whether the developer
would be required to replace this paving·
The Public Works Director advised that prior to release of the faithful
performance bond, the Public Works Inspector will inspect this Tract and if
there are very evident separations in the paving, the developer will be re-
quired to repair these before the bonds will be released.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Kanel to
accept the public improvements in Tract No. 6222 as being satisfactorily
completed in accordance with plans and specifications and to authorize
the City Clerk to release the mon,-n=ntation and labor and materials bonds
upon expiration of their required lien periods, providing no mechanic!s
liens are filed, with the faithful performance bond to be held for one
year from the date of acceptance to guarantee against any defects in material
or workmanship, subject to the completion of the following conditions:
A~reement between the owner of AP #244-331-16 and the developer
for the drainage of the subject property satisfactory to the
City Engineer.
2. Planting and establishment of ground cover on the slopes at the
e~d of Vista Mass.
3. Certification of street trees by the developer's landscape architect.
In response to a question from Councilman Bowan, the Public Works Director
advised that the certification from the daveloper's landscape architect
r p f
Councilman Harvey's motion was then unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowan, Harvey, Kenel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
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CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS--TRACT
NOo 6212 (LARWIN COMPANY): The City Manager presented a report from the
Public Works Director indicating that the public improvements in Tract No.
6212 have been satis factorily completed in accordance with the plans and
specifications and advising that the faithful performance, labor and
materials and m~numentation bonds may be released following completion of
the required lien periods.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to accept
the public improvements in Tract No. 6212 as being satisfactorily com-
pleted in accordance with plans and specifications and to authorize the
City Clerk to release the menumentation, labor and materials bonds upon
expiration of their required lien period, providing no mechanic's liens
have been filed, with the faithful performance bond to be held for or~e
year from the date of acceptance to guarantee against any defects in
material or work~hnship. The metton was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC ~RARING RE: ANNEXATION NO. 69-3 LOCATED ON THE
SOUTH SIDE OF LINCOLN WEST OF VALLEY VIEW: The Mayor announced this was
the time and place for the continuation of Public Hearing to hear obJ ections
from owners of real property within Annexation No. 69-3 located on the
south side of Lincoln Avenue west of Valley View Street to the proposed
Annexation. The Mayor stated that the Public Hearing was open and requested
the Staff to present its reports.
The City Manager read into the record of the Public Hearing a report dated
September 18, 1969 indicating that the original affidavits of posting,
publication and mailing of the Public Hearing notices on this matter are
on file in the office of the City Clerk, along with the affidavit of post-
ing of the Notice of Continuation of this Public Hearing. The report fur-
ther indicated that an additional connnunication has been received from
Mrs. Clara Coldstein, reaffirming her opposition to the subject Annexation.
The City Manager indicated that the major property owner has advised that
regardless of the desires of the tenants on his property, he would prefer
to have the property remain in County unincorporated area at this time.
The City Manager stated that since the assessed valuation of this property,
along with the other properties on which protests to the Annexation have
been issued, exceeds 51% of the assessed valuation of the area proposed
for annexation, it appears that the City Council has no alternative but
to find that a majority protest has been made. He further indicated that
the Staff would pursue the possibility of annexing the two parcels on
which no protests have been made.
There being no further written communications or oral protests, the Mayor
declared the Public Hearing closed.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Bowen to de-
termine that a majority protest has been made in the proceedings for
Annexation No. 69-3. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
In answer to a question from Mayor Kenode, the City Manager advised that
there are two property owners, whose properties are contiguous to the City,
one of which is the proposed location of the Cypress Post Office , who
have previously indicated their desire to be annexed to the City.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Noe to
authorize the City Manager to proceed with the preparation of the necessary
maps for annexation of the two parcels of property on the south side of
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Lincoln Avenue contiguous to the boundaries of the City. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: ZONE CHANGE NO. Z-181 (AN~.EXATION NO. 69-3.): The Mayor
announced that this was the time for the Public Hearing to consider re-
zoning of Annexation No. 69-3 located generally on property on the south-
west comer of Lincoln Avenue and Valley View Street from County C-2
(General Commercial) to H-C (Highway Comm%ercial), known as Zone Change No.
Z-181. The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff
to present its reports.
The City Manager presented a report dated September 18, 1969 indicating
that the affidavits of posting, publication and mailing of the Public Hear-
ing notices on this matter are on file in the office of the City Clerk and
no written communications either in favor of or in opposition to the pro-
posed zone change have been received. The City Manager stated that since
a majority protest has been issued on Annexation No. 69-3 which this zone
change affects, the City has no Jurisdiction over the zoning of this property.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing closed.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Noe to deny
Zone Change No. Z-181.
Prior to voting on this matter, general discussion was held relative to the
development potential of this property.
Councilman BoWen's motion to deny Zone Change No. Z-181 was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONSIDERATION OF EXISTENC~ OF PUBLI~ NUISANCE AT T~E
NORTHWEST CORNER OF WALKER AND BALL (CYPRESS PLAZA SHOPPING CENTEr): The
Mayor announced this was the time and place for the Public Hearing to
ascertain whether the condition of the property at the northwest corner
of Walker Street and Ball Road, known as Assessor's Parcel No. 244-313-19,
constitutes a public nuisance. The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open
and requested the Staff to present its reports.
The City Manager presented a report dated September 18, 1969 from the
Public Works Director which indicated that due to an error in the legal
description, the Public Hearing on this matter would have to be rescheduled
for the City Council meeting of October 13, 1969.
There being no written communications and no oral protests, the Mayor de-
clared the Public Rearing closed.
It was moved by Councilman Noe and seconded by Councilman Bowen to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1007
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
FINDING THAT CERTAIN PREMISES WITHIN THE CITY MAY BE
MAINTAINED IN SUCH A WAY AS TO CONSTITUTE A NUISANCE AND
DECLARING ITS INTENT TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO
ASCERTAIN WHETHER THE SAME CONSTITUTES A PUBLIC NUISANCE,
THE ABATEMENT OF WHICH IS APPROPRIATE UNDER THE PROVISIONS
OF ARTICLE 3, CHAPTER 13, OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kanode
None
None
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PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR LIVE ENTERTAIvNMENT PERMIT--PARKWAY INN
(MRS. MYRTLE C. LOWtRY): The Mayor announced this was the time and place
for the Public Hearing to consider an application for Live Entertainment
Perm/t to pernttt a four-piece western dance band at the Parkway Inn, 4604
Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, California, as requested by Mrs. Myrtle C. Lowsty,
12231 Brittain, Hawaiian Gardens, California.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff to pre-
sent its reports.
The City Manager read into the record of the Public Hearing a report dated
September 18, 1969 stating that the affidavits of publication, posting and
mailing of the Public Hearing notices on this matter are on file in the
office of the City Clerk. He then read into the record a connnunication dated
September 20, 1969 from Mr. and Mrs. George R. Duncan, 4582 Rainier Drive,
Cypress, California indicating their opposition to the granting of this live
entertainment permit.
The City Manager also reviewed the factors to be considered by the City
Council in making a determination as to whether the proposed live entertain-
ment would con~ort with the peace, health, safety, convenience, good morals
and general welfare of the public. He further advised that the Council
may deny the Permit, conditionally approve the Permit or unconditionally
approve the Permit, following the Public Hearing.
In accordance with Section 9-6 of the Cypress City Code, the Police Chief
read into the record of the Public Hearing a report dated September 16,
1969 reviewing incidents which have occurred at the Parkway Inn and com-
plaints which have been registered regarding the activities at the Parkway
Inn since the granting of the previous Live Entertainment Permit in August
of 1968. The police report also presented background information on the
manager of the Parkway Inn which indicated that he had failed to register
as manager of the establishment with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.
The report further indicated that following denial of the previous appli-
cation for a Live Entertainment Permit to allow a western dance band at
the Parkway Inn and subsequent to being advised by an Agent of the Police
Department that no live entertainment was permitted, a western dance band
was reported to be playing music at the Parkway Inn.
The Police report concluded that (1) the owners and management of the Parkway
Inn have not conducted a business which comports with the peace, health,
safety, convenience, good n~rals and general welfare of the public, (2)
the persons who have been left in charge of the operation have not properly
registered with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board as managers, (3) the
current manager did not properly execute his affidavit for such registration,
and (4) the owners of the premises have been incapacitated due to illness
and have not been able to give proper attention to the operation of the
business. For these reasons, the Police Department issued a protest to
the granting of the application for a Live Entertainment Permit.
At this time, the City Attorney reviewed certain descrepancies which exist
in the application for the Live Entertainment Permit and entered into the
record of the Public Hearing a communication dated September 22, 1969
from Mrs. Myrtle C. Lowery requesting withdrawal of the application for
Live Entertainment Permit.
The Mayor asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak in favor of
granting of this permit.
Mr. Jack Owens, 9207 Christopher Street, Cypress, California addressed
the Council as the attorney for the applicant and in response to an in-
quiz"/from the City Attorney advised that he practices law in Cypress and
associates with an attorney in Van Nuys, California.
In response to further inquiries from the City Attorney, Mr. Owersstated
that he does not possess a business license to practice law in the City
of Cypress and that he does not have a Home Occupation Permit to practice
law from his home in Cypress. He further advised that Mrs. Myrtle C.
Lowsty is the owner of the bar, Mr. Tom Lowsty is the owner of the prop-
erty and Mrs. Myrtle C. Lowery is the applicant for the Live Entertainment
Permit.
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In reference to the letter requesting withdrawal of the application for
Live Entertainment Permit, Mr. Owens stated that upon his advice Mrs.
Lowcry had agreed to withdraw the application; however, following the
filing of the letter with the City, she indicated her desire to proceed
with the Public Hearing as scheduled.
Mr. Owensintroduced into evidence a circular which had reportedly been
distributed to residents advising that a Public Hearing would be held to
consider a Live Entertainment Permit at the V.I.P. Beer Bar, which he
feels would give a different connotation to residents than if it had been
stated that the Permit would be for the Parkway Inn. He stated that he
had requested his client to withdraw the application for Live Entertain-
ment Permit because of this circular, but that following submittal of the
letter of withdrawal to the City, Mrs. Lowcry had decided against with-
drawalo
At this time, the City Manager stated that his office had not advised the
Council of the contents of or transmitted copies of the handbill to the
members of the City Council as part of any agenda materials.
In response to an inquiry from the City Attorney, Mr. Owens stated that
he had the authority to withdraw the request for withdrawal of the appli-
cation for Live Entertainment Permit and would wish to do so at this time.
The City Attorney stated that on the basis of Mr. Owens' statement of
authority, the Public Hearing could proceed; however, he questioned the
authority of Mr. Owens to rescind the withdrawal of the application as
requested by Mrs. Lowcry in the communication dated September 22, 1969.
The City Attorney reviewed other discrepancies which he had noted in the
application for Live Entertainment Permit and the letter of withdrawal
with regard to the signatures, and upon his request, Mr. Owens clarified
the appropriate signatures to be entered.
Mr. Owens addressed the Council indicating that he had contacted a Mr.
Birts ch from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control who had advised
that a tentative approval was given for Mr. Shetrill to be managerof the
Parkway Inno He further stated that Mr. Birtsch had advised that accord-
ing to the records of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, the
Parkway Inn is now comporting with the peace, general welfare and good
morals of the com~nunity.
In answer to a question from the City Attorney, Mr. Owens stated that Mr.
Birtsch had not indicated whether or not he had researched the records
of the Cypress Police Department prior to making these statements.
The Police Chief then advised that it is not the practice of the Police
Department to furnish the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board with the police
records from the Department unless requested.
Mr. Owens stated that the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board has had no
reason to issue any reprimands against the Parkway Inn.
At this time, Mr. Owenspresented into evidence photographs of the premises
of the Parkway Inn which show improvements which are currently being made
in the appearance of the area around the establishment and to reduce the
disturbance to residents adjacent to the bar due to the noise from the
western dance band.
In answer to a question from the City Attorney, Mr. Owens stated that he
had not taken any decibel readings at any given location around the premises.
Mr. Owen~ stated that the Parkway Inn management plans to make the estab-
lishment compatible with the surrounding uses and indicated that it pro-
vides a place for people to come to hear western music.
Following an inquiry from the City Attorney, the Police Chief advised
that in July of 1968, Mrs. Lowcry had advised an agent from the Police
Department that she was attempting to employ a security guard, which
has never been accomplished.
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Mr~ Owens stated that according to the new plans for improvement of the
premises at the Parkway Inn, there would be a minimum of 152 feet between
the parking lot and the nearest home.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Kanel, the Police Chief advised
that on busy evenings, patrons' cars are parked on the unpaved portions
of the parking lot at the Parkway Inn.
In response to an inquiry from the City Attorney, Mr. Bobby Sherrill,
6680 Knott Street, Buena Park, California addressed the Council stating
that he has not as yet received a phone for his apartment. He further
clarified certain points which were contained in the Police Department's
investigation of his background. Mr. Sherrill also reviewed the plans
for improvement which have been developed for the Parkway Inn.
The Police Chief further reviewed specific incidents in Mr. Sherrill's
background which were contained in the investigation conducted by the
Police Department.
Mro John Braden, 4175 Dover Circle, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council speaking in favor of the application for Live Entertainment Per-
mit indicating that he did not feel the Public Hearing proceedings were
being conducted impartially. He further stated that he felt the Council
could impose conditions on the approval of the permit which would insure
its compatibility with the surrounding area.
The City Attorney then reviewed the procedures required to be followed by
the City Council in considering Live Entertainment Permits.
The Mayor asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak in opposition to
the Live Entertainment Permit.
Mro James Carter, 4623 Rainier Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council speaking in opposition to the granting of the subject Live Enter-
tainment Permit due to the fact that (1) the building in which the enter-
tainment will take place is not adequately constructed to prohibit noise
from bleeding into surrounding areas, (2) the owners or management are
doing nothing to alleviate any of this noise and (3) the improvements
proposed to be made by the manager will not do anything to alleviate the
noise from within the beer bar.
Mr. Carter further stated that even if the noise from the Parkway Inn were
reduced he would object to the clientele and transients attracted to this
type of establishment.
Mr. Cliff Ross, 5278 Vista Del Mar, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council indicating that although he sympathized with the owner of the
Parkway Inn, he did not feel this type of live entertainment should be
approved~
Mr. Jack Owens, 9207 Christopher Street, Cypress, California addressed
the Council on behalf of the applicant indicating that he feels the im-
provements which are being proposed will adequately control the noise.
He further stated that he did not feel the noise was so loud as to cause
a disturbance beyond the parking lot.
General discussion was then held as to whether Mr. Owens had observed the
sound of the band from the Parkway Inn before or after the previous
application for Live Entertainment Permit had been denied and as to the
date he was retained as legal counsel for Mrs. Lowery.
Mr. Owens stated that he had been retained as legal counsel for Mrs.
Lowery on August 26, 1969 or August 27, 1969 and had made an observation
as to the noise of the band since that date. He then stated that he had
made these observations prior to being retained by Mrs. Lowery. He fur-
ther stated that he felt the management at the Parkway Inn was taking
affirmative action to correct the noise problem, and that the complaints
regarding the noise from the band were unfounded.
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Mr~ James Cartar 4623 Rainier Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council stating that he would be happy to invite Mr. Owens to his home to
observe the noise from the band at this location. He further indicated
that when he has registered complaints in regard to the band noise, nothing
has been done by the management to attempt to alleviate these noises, and
therefore, he does not feel they will accomplish anything now.
In answer to a question from Councilman Kanel, the City Manager stated that
if the City Council did wish to conditionally approve the Live Entertainment
Permit, it would be appropriate to continue the Public Hearing to give the
Staff an opportunity to present recommendations for conditions.
Both Councilmen Kanel and Harvey expressed concern regarding the limited
testimony in opposition to the application from adJacent property owners
that was presented during the Public Hearing on this matter.
Councilman Harvey further stated that he was not convinced that the pro-
posed improvements outlined by the Attorney would upgrade the appearance
of the premises, nor that the applicant has presented any evidence showing
that an effort would be made to employ a security guard for the establish-
ment or evidence that the applicant would take corrective action regarding
the noise and type of clientele frequenting the establishment. He also
stated that he strongly feels that the Parkway Inn, on the basis of its
past performance, does constitute a police hazard and noise problem, which
will be amplified by the electric guitars used by the western dance band.
Councilman Harvey further concluded that in his opinion the granting of
the subject Live Entertainment Permit would not comport with the peace,
safety, health and welfare of the community.
Mr. Pete Paterson, 4562 Rainier Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council stating that his firm specializes in sound transmission and that
the improvements outlined by the attorney for Mrs. Lowcry would not consti-
tute adequate sound buffers for the noise from the Parkway Inn.
Councilman Kanel indicated that although the management from the Parkway
Inn has indicated their desire to make improvements to this establishment,
the problems have existed in the past and no effort has been made to correct
them.
Mr. Jack Owens, 9207 Christopher Street, Cypress, California addressed the
Council suggesting that the Council approve the Live Entertainment Permit
subject to conditions that these improvements be installed.
Dr~ David Ginns, 4573 Rainier Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council speaking in opposition to granting of this Live Entertainment Per-
mit due to the clientele who would be attracted to this establishment.
Mr. John Plecot, 9448 Dover Circle, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council speaking in favor of granting the Live Entertainment Permit as a
means of providing entertainment for adults in the neighborhood.
There being no further written co~mmunications or oral protests, the Mayor
declared the Public Hearing closed.
Mayor Kenode stated that he is not opposed to the western music proposed
at the Parkway Inn, and he feels that measures could be taken to lessen
the noise from the western band, but he is concerned with the police
actions which have been necessary during the past year at the Parkway Inn.
It was moved by Councilman Bowen and seconded by Councilman Harvey to deny
the application for Live Entertainment Permit to permit a western dance
band at the Parkway Inn, 4604 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, California, as re-
quested by Mrs. Myrtle C, Lowcry. The marion was unanimously carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: O COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: O COUNCILMEN:
Bowen, Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kenode
None
None
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RECESS:
The Mayor declared a recess at 9:47 pomo The mating was called back to
order at 9:58 p~mo, with all City Councilmen present°
At this time, the Mayor stated that the circular which was introduced into
evidence by Mro Owens during the Public Hearing on the Live Entertainment
Permit did contain misinformation relative to the items scheduled for con-
sideration on the City Council agenda, and he proceeded to clarify the mis-
information which was contained in the circular.
CONSIDERATION OF A~PROVAL OF OPTIONAL DESIGN SUBDIVISION MAP FOR TRACT NO.
5983 (WARMINGTGN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY): The City Manager presented an
Optional Design Subdivision Map for Tract No. 5983 consisting of 22.8 acres
of land generally located at the southwest comer of Lincoln Avenue and
Denni Street, requested by Warmington Construction Company, 300 No. Newport
Boulevard, Newport Beach, California. He indicated that this map had been
submitted by the developer as a result of discussions which were held both
with the developer and with the representatives of the residents in this
general area°
The City Manager advised that he had discussed the proposed fourplex
development with Mr. Larry Wise, the Planning Consultant who developed the
original General Plan and is currently employed in updating the General
Plan and preparing a Housing Element, and was advised that studies made by
his firm in the Bay Area revealed that multiple family units do contribute
fewer school children, do not depreciate land values and do not increase
the transient occupancy factor in a community. The City Manager further
stated that in discussing the over-all principle of fourplex developments
with representatives from the concerned homeowners group, it appeared that
the major points of contention involved the need for additional open space
in the general area and for improving the general traffic pattern for the
subdivision. The City Manager reported that in an attempt to resolve these
problems, the optional design subdivision was prepared, which provides for
dedication of a 1.3 acre park site at the northwest corner of Denni Street
and Surrey Drive and for the alteration of the traffic circulation pattern
to provide for a major access point to the subdivision from Lincoln on
the north side of the development, eliminating the previous access drive
on the south from Surrey Drive.
The Planning Director presented the elevations of the proposed optional
design subdivision which provides for fourplex units on 91 lots. He fur-
ther presented a report dated September 18, 1969, presenting 31 conditions
recommended to be imposed if the optional subdivision map is approved by
the City Council and reviewing the parking layout for this development.
Following discussion regarding the alley layouts, it was generally agreed
to add Condition No. 32 as follows: "The final alley design shall be
approved by the City Engineer."
Mr, Warmington, 300 Noo Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California,
addressed the Council stating that he is in accordance with the conditions
proposed. He further stated that if the Optional Design Subdivision Map
is approved for Tract No, 5983, his Company will withdraw the previous
standard subdivision map.
The City Manager clarified proposed Condition No. 27, which provided for
the developer to dedicate and improve the park site° He indicated that
improvement will not be required by the developer since this will be
accomplished by the Park and Recreation District.
The Mayor announced that although this is not a Public Hearing, public
testimony will be received at the discretion of the City Council°
Mr. Richard Koppang, 4024 Berwick Court, Cypress, California addressed the
Council indicating that he had represented the homeowners co~m~ittee in
meeting with the City Manager to resolve the issue of the proposed four-
plex development. Mr. Koppang indicated that the general response of his
committee was that the optional design map was an improvement over the
standard subdivision map which had been previously submitted. He further
indicated that while an agreement had been reached on the statements pre-
sented to the City Council in the City Manager's report on multiple family
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development, there was still some disagreement as to the impact these
units would have on school attendance° He indicated concern over the lo~
cation of the development in relation to school facilities which might
alter the number of school children who might be housed in this develop-
mento He further reviewed the results of a poll he made in the Costa Mesa
school district in which the school principal advised that from a census
there were ~25 children per dwelling unit in multiple family areas° He
further stated that'in larger cities, the construction of a multiple family
development can be adequately offset by other developments; however, in
a City the size of Cypress, it would be difficult to offset the construction
of multiple family units~ He further indicated that the park site proposed
would serve as a buffer, but that it is not adequate to furnish the entire
area with park and recreation facilities= He further reviewed a proposal
by the Cypress Park and REcreation District to include in its master plan
a five to seven acre park in this general area and suggested that the City
consider deferring development of the area adJacent to the proposed park
in an effort to acquire additional property for development of a larger
park site°
The City Manager reviewed the Park and Recreation Element of the Master
Plan did call for a park in this general area and further indicated that
representatives of both the Cypress Elementary School District and the
Anaheim Union High School District had recently agreed to cooperate with
the City in providing open space on the school sites for use for park and
recreational purposes. The City Manager then reviewed the efforts which
have been made by the City to provide open space in accordance with the
Master Plan in areas throughout the community.
Councilman Kanel reviewed the problems which have been encountered in
acquiring sufficient funds for the development of parks and open space areas
in the City, citing the defeat of park bonds in 1965.
Mr. Koppang addressed the City Council stating that the residents' concern
is with the fact that available area for the location of a park site in
the northern end of the City is diminishing, and suggesting that the City
Council investigate the possibility of obtaining acreage at the corner of
Orange and Denni for a park site°
The City Manager reported that a park and recreation report is being final-
ized by the City Staff and will include recommendations regarding the
acquisition of open space areas throughout the City.
Councilman Kanel suggested the possibility of contacting the Anaheim Union
High School District relative to the possibility of utilizing for park and
recreation purposes seven or eight acres of the land on the west side of
Denni north of Orange proposed for a junior high school until such time
as the school is constructed.
Mr. Leonard Ballad, 4508 Lemon Circle, Cypress, California addressed the
Council commenting on the acreage proposed for use as a park site within
Tract 5983 and suggesting that the Council should not assume that the
High School District would provide portions of their acreage even on an
interim basis for park purposes in considering the adequacy of the park
site within Tract 5983. He further expressed his concern that the High
School District at a future date would be able to take over the use of
the improved park~
Dro David Ginns, 4573 Rainier Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council indicating that he is opposed to the development of fourplex units
and suggesting that certain statements made in the report prepared by the
City Manager on multiple family units were not representative of the
entire community relative to their opinion of multiple family developments.
He further stated that he felt fourplex units were not similar to multiple
family developments and therefore the statistics that apply to one could
not be applied to the other, such as depreciation of value and transient
occupancy. He further indicated that he did not feel it pertinent to apply
the compatibility of fourplex untis in one community with the cor~atibility
of these units in another area° Other factors that he felt should be con-
sidered were the added burdens on the fire and police departments which
would be imposed with fourplex developments. He also stated that he did
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not feel the concepts of the General Plan as adopted in 1964 should still
be applied to theCity since many factors have changed.
Mr. Dennis Woodsen, 4546 Everett Drive, Cypress, California, addressed
the City Council relating his experiences as a manager of fourplex units
in another city relative to the depreciation in value, number of children,
vandalism, transient occupancy and vacancy percentage.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Kanel relative to imposing a
condition requiring the apartment owner to maintain his apartment unit,
the City Attorney advised that the City Council coulc not impose con-
ditions which would relate to the future obligations. He indicated that
the deed restrictions could contain provisions to guarantee that the units
would be maintained.
Mr. John Braden, 4175 Dover Circle, Cypress, California, addressed the
Council inquiring as to whether the Police Department had made a study of
police action percentages in multiple family units as compared with resi-
dential units.
The Police Chief advised that the Police Department's tabulation of incidents
is performed according to district, and a review of this data over a six-
month period indicates that the high density units in the City do not rep-
resent any greater hazards or incidents than the residential units. The
Police Chief further advised that the high density areas in the City include
the Tanglewood development and the Valley Club apartments.
General discussion was held regarding the implementation of the Park and
Recreation Element of the Master Plan.
Mr. Ken Swan, 4238 Via Norte, Cypress, California, addressed the Council
regarding the park sites developed in the City of Lakewood.
Councilman Kanel and Harvey explained the difficulties which the City has
encountered in reference to the development of park sites, specifically
due to the lack of available revenue and the fact that the City does not
have control over the Park and Recreation District. Councilman Harvey
further reviewed the City's accomplishments in profiding other recreational
facilities within the City.
Councilman Harvey also reviewed the results of his independent survey of
several of the persons who had signed the petition protesting the multiple
family development. He indicated that the response from those persons con-
tacted indicated that the major concern was with the over-crowding of schools
and the low cost housing construction at this location. He further indicated
that many of the people who had signed the petition were misinformed as to
the proposed development and its impact upon the schools and other facilities.
Dr. David Ginns addressed the Council suggesting that the proposed develop-
ment be held in abeyance until studies have been completed on parks and
schools.
Mr. Jack Leneker, 4504 Middlebury Circle, Cypress, California addressed
the Council inquiring as to what extent the City is supporting development
of the subject property in order to acquire additional revenue from building
fees. He also inquired as to the purpose of the Master Plan.
The Mayor advised Mr. Leneker that the land on which the fourplex development
is proposed to be located is zoned R-4 which allows the development of four-
plex units.
The City Manager stated that the purpose of the Master Plan was to profide
a guideline for orderly community growth and further suggested that the
Master Plan has been responsible for the success that the City has enjoyed
during the past several years in development programs.
Mr. Jack Leneker again addressed the Council reading from a prepared state-
ment relative to the school facilities in the community.
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Mr. Ricnard Koppang, 4024 Berwick Court, Cypress, California, addressed the Council
suggesting that the increased tax rate which may result if residential units would be
constructed at this location would not affect the tax base in comparison with the
effect it would have on the aesthetics of the community. He further indicated that
the petition was circulated in good faith and if there was a failure on someone's
part to effectively conununicate the contents, then it was regrettable.
In response to inquiries from Mr, Koppang, the City Manager estimated the amount of
revenue which would be received from a fourplex development in comparison with the
revenue received from a residential development. He further reviewed the impact the
fourplex development would have on police and fire services since it is a compact area.
The City Manager further reviewed the information which had been presented to the
Economic Environmental Conmittee by Mr. Ralph Hines of the Cypress E~l~mentary School
District in which he indicated that the fourplex development would create no problem
for the School District.
General discussion ensued relative to the advantages and disadvantages of allowing the
development of the fourplex units at Denni and Lincoln and the effect of these develop-
ments on the entire community~
Mr. Rod Thompson, 5350 Oxford Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the Council indi-
cating that he feels the owner of the property at Denni and Lincoln has the right to
develop his property in the manner that he deems appropriate. He further indicated
that he feels the developer will make every effort to comply with the requirements
imposed by the City.
Mrs. Margaret Foltyn, 4014 Solkirk, Cypress, California, addressed the Council indi-
cating that she is interested in the manner in which the City is developing and has
artended both Planning Commission and City Council meetings.
Mrs. Robert Perkins, 4240 Dorset Drive, Cypress, California, addressed the Council
indicating that she is opposed to high density developments.
Mr. David Catchko, 4271 Avonida Madrid, Cypress, California, addressed the Council
indicating that h~ feels it is important for the citizens to communicate their desires
to the Council. He further indicated that he did not see where the multiple family
development would enhance the City and stated that the Council had to be faexible in
its consideration of developments and requested that the Council deny the subject de-
velopment and conduct further studies on multiple family developments,
General discussion was held relative to buffer zones between cormnercial and residential
developments and what alternatives are available for adequate buffer zones.
In response to an inquiry from Mr. Catchko, the City Attorney advised that the City
Council has a time limit in which they must act upon standard subdivision maps and if
they do not act upon this matter this evening the standard subdivision map for Tract
No. 5983, which was originally denied by the Planning Commission, will automatically
be approved, unless an extension is granted by the developer. He then reviewed the
provisions of the State Code and Subdivision Map Act which govern the time limits in
which the City Coumcil must act.
The Mayor indicated that this was not a Public Hearing and he felt adequate testimony
had been received from the audience.
In response to a question from the Mayor, Mr. Warmington stated that he as developer
of Tract 5983 would wish to add nothing to the testimony.
Councilman Kanel stated that based on a combination of the testimony received regarding
the subject tract map, the information that has been submitted to him as a Councilman
by a professional staff, the feeling that this subdivision, in view of the 1,3 acre
park site which is proposed to be dedicated and the imposition of 32 conditions, will
be in the over-all best interests of the community, and the residents who will be
attracted to the community as a result of this development will be an asset to the
community. For these reasons, he would move for approval of Optional Subdivision
Map No. 5983 subject to the conditions as outlined.
Councilman Noe stated that he is in accord with the recommendations of the professional
staff and with the master plan of the City and that he feels this optional subdivision
map will be in the best over-all interests of the citizens and he seconded the motion
to approve Optional Design Subdivision Map No. 5983, subject to the following conditions:
1. Location of all street furniture shall be approved by the City Engineer.
2. Advance street light energy charges shall be paid.
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Hydrology of the entire area bounded by Lincoln, Denni and the
trailer park shall be required° Drainage shall be solved to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer, and the calculations for drain-
age fees shall be based on the center lines of the adjacent
arterial streets. Drainage from the adjacent properties shall be
resolved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer,
Interior street structural sections to be based on recommendation
and soils report by soils engineering firm acceptable to the City
Engineer with ToI. of 5 for streets with 40 feet of paving and T.I.
of 4°0 for streets with 36 feet of paving.
All parcels which are being split shall be shown on tentative map,
Lincoln Avenue and Denni Street shall be dedicated and improved
in conformance with the general plan of streets and highways. If
51-foot streets are allowed, a 5~-foot sidewalk measured from the
face of the curb shall be constructed adjacent to the curb and a
3~-foot public use easement shall be located behind the sidewalk.
All streets shall have 40 feet of paving curb to curb.
Water system to be circulating design.
Street trees shall be installed in accordance with existing street
policy and standard plans.
All streets shall be dedicated and improved within the boundary
of the tract.
Four-foot tree wells shall be required on all streets having walks
adjacent to the curbs, per city standards.
All lots shall drain with a minimum 1% grade.
Retaining walls shall be constructed where required by a 1-foot
grade differential on tract boundary.
The developer shall install an Orange County Surveyor's Monument
at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Denni Street if not
existing.
All vehicular access rights adJacent to the lots abutting to Denni
Street shall be dedicated to the City.
Cross fall on alleys to be a minimum of 2%.
Street and alley grades shall be 0.2% minimum. Grading study to
be submitted substantiating less than 0.2 of a percent grade.
The developer shall be required to provide a street lighting
system approved by the City Engineer.
If the sewer in Surrey Drive is going to be utilized a sewage
study will be required to determine its adequacy.
Any required retaining walls to be built shall have footings
designed for an extension to an ultimate 6 feet in height.
Improvement bond submitted with first final map shall include
costs of full improvement of Denni Street to the extent of the
total R-4 development. A separate bond shall be submitted con-
currently to include costs of full improvement of balance of
Denni Street and all of Lincoln Avenue contiguous to Tract
boundary and may allow 2 years for completion of improvements.
Dedication of all street right-of-way on Lincoln Avenue and
Denni Street shall be submitted with first final map.
The developer shall comply with the requirements of the County
Fire Code.
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The developer shall bear the cost of the erection of an approved
retaining wall on the south side of Surrey Drive which will per-
mit the lowering of Surrey Drive for the proper drainage of the
tract.
24. All landscaping shall be installed and maintained on-site prior
to occupancy of the structure.
25. The development shall be in conformance with architectural re-
view standards which are in effect°
26. A one-foot Lot A shall be offered for dedication along the westerly
boundary of the tract adJacent to any public right-of-way.
Suitable guarantees shall be submitted to the city which will pro-
vide for the dedication of the park site. These guarantees shall
be submitted with the first final map.
28. The park development plans shall be developed by a licensed land-
scape architect and approved by the Planning Director.
29. Enclosed trash storage areas shall be provided subject to the
approval of the Planning Director°
30. The development shall be constructed in accordance with submitted
elevations and plot plan.
31.
A 6-foot high ornamental concrete block wall shall be constructed
along the northerly property line of the alley abutting the
commercially-zoned property° Ornamental walls adjacent to the
park are required and shall be constructed with the approval of
the Planning Director.
32. The final alley design shall be approved by the City Engineer.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN: Harvey, Kanel, Noe and Kanode
NOES: O COUNCILMEN: Bowen
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
There were no oral co~anunicatlons presented at this time.
ADJ OURNMEN T:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was
moved by Councilman Noe, seconded by Councilman Kanel and unanimously
carried to adjourn the meeting at 1:17 a.m.
MAYOR OF TH~ CITY OF CYPRESS
ATTEST:
CITY 6F C TY OF CYPPaSS
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