Minutes 70-12-14MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
December 14, 1970
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at
4:07 p.m~ ~ on Monday, December 14, 1970, in the City Council Chambers, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PP~ESENT: Councilmen Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
ABSENT: Colmcilmen Harvey and Kenode
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Dartell Essex, City Attorney James E.
Erickson and the following members of the City Staff: Poertner, Nudeon end Grissom.
MINUTE
It was moved by CounCilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to defer thei consideration of the Minutes of NOvember 16, 1970 and November
23, 1970 tD the eveniing session when all Councilmen are present.
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSS. IONS:
The City Manager reviewed the various items contained in the Progress Report,
follDwing which, it was moved by Councilmen Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo
and unanim~usly carried to invite the Planning Commission to meet with the City
Council at the afternoon session of the regular meeting of the City Council
scheduled for January 11, 1971~
Following a general discussion regarding the Public Utilities Commission study
of landscaping railroad rights-of-way, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded
by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously carried to direct the City Manager to prepare
a report relative to this matter, to be presented to the City Council at its meeting
scheduled for December 28, 1970.
Discussion was held relative to the formation of local regional governments, end
in response tc an inquiry from Councilman Roberrs, Mayor Kanel indicated that he
would bring this matter before the Orange County League of California Cities for
discu~sion~
Discussion ensued with regard to the proposed Orange County Humen Relations
Commission, whereas Councilman Roberrs indicated that he felt the City Council
should support this organization which is being formed to assist the minority
groups within the County.
At this time, Councilman Roberrs brought before the Council, the matter of directing
coImmunications to North Viethem requesting the release of Prisoners of War from
the Cypress area° It was the general opinion of the Council that each Councilmen
would draft his own letter end submit it to the City Manager's office where it
will be typed on City stationery. Councilman Roberrs requested that information
as to the format of the letters be prepared by the City Manager and presented at
the December 28, 1970 meeting of the City Council~
RECESS:
Mayor Kanel declared a recess at 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called back to order
at 4:55 p~mo with the following Councilmen present:
PRESENT: Councilmen Lacayo, Roberrs and Kenel
ABSENT: Councilmen Harvey and Kenode
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At the request of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Roberts, seconded
by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to place the consideration of the
proposed plans for the redssign of the Juanits Street Park on the agenda as Item
No~8ao
Discussion concerning a suitable date in which to conduct the Public Hearing
relative to the City's Townscape Element of the General Plan ensued, whereas
Councilman Roberrs expressed a desire to have the Planning Commission present
when the Public Hearing before the City Council is held, The City Attorney then
reviewed the problems which would be involved should individual members
of the Planning Couanission testify at a City Council Public Hearing regarding
e matter which has been a subject of a Public Hearing before the Commission. He
added, that the problems may not be sufficiently great to prevent the Council from
inviting the Commission to attend the Public Hearing before the City Council on the
Townscape Element; however, that before going further, into other areas, this type
of procedure should be studied. Following discussion, it was the general opinion of
the City Council that the City Attorney make a determination as to the types of Public
Hearings whereby this procedure could be used, after which, the City Council will
set a date to hold the Public Hearing on the Townscape Element.
In response to an inquiry from the City Manager regarding whether or not the
City Council would desire to place a Christmas Greetings advertisement in the
newspaper, it was the consensus of the Council to continue with the past policy of
utilizing the City's Newsletter for this purpose°
RECESS:
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to recess at 5:25 p0m. until 7:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m., in the City Council Chambers,
5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
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, Poertner, Heruandez,
Schatzeder, Savord, Nudeon and Grissom~
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Girl Scout Caderrs Troop 1656 led the City Council and audience in the Pledge
of Allegiance°
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilmsm Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of November 16, 1970 and November 23, 1970 as pre-
santed~
At the request of Mayor Kanel, the City Manager reviewed what had transpired in the
afternoon session of the City Council.
CO~S~DERATmN OF _AWARD O~ qONT~.CT-=CEmU~OS AVENF~ FROM .~ ~, TO .VALLE~ V~EW:
The City Manager presented a report dated December 4, 1970, from the Public Works
Director, which outlined the bids which were received by the City for the improve-
ment of Cerritos Avenue from Denni Street to Valley View Street, Project #7001-10-
0491~
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In response to inquiries from Councilma~ Lacayo, the Public Works Director explained
the basis whereby the Engineering Department estimates the costs for a project, and
stated that sixty working days are allowed for completion of this project.
In answer to an inquiry from Cotmcilman Roberrs, the Public Works Director stated
that the Deeco Engineering Contractors, who submitted the lowest bid, have not
previously performed work for the City; however, they have satisfactorily completed
projects for other cities in the area.
It was ~mved by Cotmcilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Kenode to determine
that the lowest and best bid was submitted by Deeco Engineering Contractors, 13071
Kerry Street, Garden Grove, California, for the construction of street improvements
on Cerritos Avenue from Denni Street to Valley View Street, and to award the
contract t~ Deeco Engineering Contractors as per their proposal dated December
3, 1970 in the amount of $174,927o94, and to reject the proposed deduction of
$1,250o00 fcr allowing closure of the streeu~ The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
~YES~ 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode~ Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF AWA.RD .OF CONTRACT FOR 0N~ (1)..~:TON CAB A~.D CHASSIS: The City
Manager presented a report dated December 4, 1970, from the Office of the Finance
Director, ~nich indicated that the only bid received for the purchase of one (1)
One rim Cab and Cha~sis~ was submitted from Guaranty Chevrolet, 711 East
17th Street~ Santa Aria, California, in the amount of $3,178~40, including sales
tax° The :report further indicated that a review of the bid indicates that
specifications have been met, and that ~he 1970-71 budgeted appropriation in the
Public Works Maintenance Division capital outlay account is sufficient for this
purpose.
In reply to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the Public Works Director indicated
that the one ton cab and chassis will be used by the Public Works Department as
a paint truck°
it was moved by Councilman Kanode and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to accept the
bid of Guaranty Chevxolet as the lowest responsible bid and to award the contract
for the purchase of one (1) One ton Cab and Chassis to Guaranty Chevrolet. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
ORAL COI~FONICATIONS:
Mz~ Ken Nash, 5371 Wicker Drive, Cypress addressed the City Council stating that
his street was in need of improvements as it is generally unsightly, and remains
flooded, due to rain, for long periods of time° Mr~ Nash indicated that he was
concerned about improvements in both the east and west direction as well to the
north and south~
In response to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the City Manager indicated that at
this particular time, there are no projections for improvements in that area, as
the City does not have full right-of-way, and that basically, it is a private
street. The City Manager stated that as a result of the acquisition of a lot on
Wicker Drive by the City, a portion of the street could be improvedif funds are
available~
In answer to a question from Mayor Kanel, the Public Works Director indicated that
he had not been aware that there had been substantial flooding on the street; although
he was sure that the street was not properly maintained.
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the City Manager indicated that a procedure which might be considered which would
be available to the property owners, would be to establish an assessment district
in the area whereby the property owners would agree to dedicate and to perhaps
participate to some degree in the improvement in the area.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo
and unanimously carried to place this item on the agenda for consideration.
It was moved by Councilman RoberUe, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to direct the City Staff Uo study this issue and to present a report to
the City Council at the next regular meeting of the City Council.
Mr~ James Ashley, 6711 Kiwi Circle, Cypress, addressed the Council expressing
concern because certain property, located between Knott and New Zealand Avenue, and
which is adjacent to his home, is being used for the purpose of racing motorcycles,
Councilman Harvey indicated that he recently observed the motorycyles on Orangewood
Avenue, and agreed that it was extremely noisy°
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to place this item on the agenda for consideration as Item No. 14 a.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to consider Item Noo 11 on the agenda at this time.
90~TJ~UATXON OF CONSIDERAT~N .0~ ~O~SIBLE ~IOLATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
C-223: The City Manager reviewed a report dated December i0~ 1970 WhiCh indicated
that no additional questions have been submitted regarding this matter which was
previously considered aU meetings of the City Council held on October 13, 1970;
November 9, 1970; and November 23, 1970.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carzried tc table this item until the conclusion of the Staff's study in response
to questions which Councilman Roberrs plans to submit~
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONSIDERATION OF AN APPLICATIO~ [0~ .~q~.A~. ~.R~.~ .TQ .~O~IqI~ ~OOR-
TO-DOOR SALES OF FULLER BRUSH PRODUCTS: The Mayor announced this was the time and
place for the Public Hearing to consider an application for a Special Permit to
solicit door-to-door sales of Fuller Brush products in the City of Cypress as requested
by Mr~ Robert Lo Yoho on behalf of Fuller Brush Company, 2505 Oshkosh, Anaheim,
California.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff to present its
report°
The City Manager presented a report dated December 4, 1970, which indicated the
affidavits of publication and posting of the Public Hearing notices on this matter
are on file in the office of the City Clerk, and that the Chief of Police has
conducted an investigation in accordance with Section 15-60 of the Cypress City
Code and finds no reason to protest the granting of this Special Permit.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the applicant, Mr. Yoho, stated
that some years ago he had conducted sales within the City of Cypress, and that
he is now licensed in most cities in Orange County. He indicated that he has been
with the Fuller Brush Company for eighteen years, and has conducted sales in
Orange County for nine years~
In answer to a question from Councilman Roberrs, the applicant indicated that he
would have a need for additional employees, and was then informed by Mayor Kanel
~hat each additional employee would be required to obtain a license from the City.
There being no one to speak in opposition to the granting of Uhe Special Permit, the
Mayor declared the Public Hearing closed.
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It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to grant the
Special Permit to Mr.I Robert L, Yoho on behalf of the Fuller Brush Company. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN .~
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
PUBLIC HEA/~ING RE: CONSIDERATION OF AN APPLICATIOn .FqR AN AMEnDMEN~ T0 THE ZONING
ORDINANCE, KNOWN ~S. ZONE C~GE NO. Z-l~9: The Mayor announced this was the time
and place for the Public Hearing to consider an application for an amendment to
the Zoning Ordinance, initiated by Frost Construction Company, 7332 Florence,
Downey, California, and known as Zone Change Z-189.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff to present its
rsports~
The CiTy Manager presented a report dated December 9, 1970, which indicated that
this Public Hearing is to consider an application for an amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance Noo 90, to change the zone of a certain parcel of land from R-1 (Single-
Family Residential) to R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) on property generally
located 414 feet north of Ball Road along the center line of Bloomfield Street.
The report further indicated that the affida~-lte of publication, posting and mailing
of the Public Hearing notices on this matter are on file in the office of the City
Clerk~ and that no written communications either in favor of or in opposition to the
pruposed I~hange of zone have been received~
The Secretary cf the Planning Commission then presented Planning Staff Report
PCf70-ilT, dated December 8, 1970, which described the surrounding properties, and
indizated that the Planning Co~mlission discussed in detail other possible zones for
this parcel of ground and that it was ultin~ately decided that R-3 would be
the best zoneo
Mr~ F.! Wo Hun~phries, 9631 Eo Alondra Blvd~, Bellflower, California, addressed the
Co~cii stating that he was representing the applicant, Mr~ Frost, who was ill
and could not be preaent~ Mr. Hurmphries then submitted a co~nanication from Mr.
Frost appointing him as his zepresentativeo Mr. Hurmphries stated that Mr.
Frost has been in construction business for years and builds beautiful, modern
apartments which are conducive to adult living~ He further stated that he felt
the develcp~nt ~nich Mr. Frost is proposing would be the highest and best use
for the odd shape of the parcel of land.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the City Manager indicated that
the triangular-shaped property in question has remained in the R-1 zone as it did
not contain the required acreage to qualify for a Planned Develop~nt zone.
There being no one to speak in opposition to the proposed zone change, the Mayor
declared the Public Hearing closed.
In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Roberrs, the Secretary of the Planning
Commttssion stated that under R-3 zoning, approximately 29 dwellingunits could be
constructed per acre; thus in this particular three acre parcel, as many as 87 units
could be constructed~ He then indicated that the 100' setback requirement did not seem
to present a problem to the applicant.
Mayor Kanel then indicated that he would be in favor of continuing the consideration
of this matter to allow an opportunity for further study°
Councilman Kanode questioned whether or not a medical building or something of
that nature had been considered, as he felt that there was a possibility of an
extension of commercial property without being a hinderante to the surrounding
property. Councilman Kanode further inquired as to why the Planned Development Zone
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was limlted to five acres, and suggested that perhaps the requirement could be
'reduced and applied to the property in question~
It was n~ved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to continue
the Public Hearing on this matter to the next regular meeting of the City Council
scheduled for December 28, 1970, to allow time for further study.
Councilma~ Harvey stated that in view of the fact that this property is adjacent
to a commercial area on the south and a high density area on the north, it would
appear that the highest and best use for the property would be R-3. Councilman
Har~ey expressed concern that perhaps there would be a competitive factor, should
the properuy be utilized for a co~nercial office building; however, added, he would
concur with the motion in order to obtain additional information.
The mo.~ion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Coancilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to place on the agenda at this time, a question of zoning.
It was moved by CoancilmanRoberts and seconded by Councilman Kenode to initiate
proceedings which would eliminate the five acre requirement for a Planned Development
zone~ The motion was ~manimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Coancilmsa Lacayo and unanimously
carried to request the Planning Comnission to consider, in its present studies
r~lative to multiple-unit development, increasing the parking space requirement
to two spaces per units
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
It was moved by Mayor Fanel, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously carried
to go incc an Executive Session at 8:45 p~mo for the purpose of discussing litigation
and a matter of personnel~ The m~eting was called back to order at 10:13 p.m. with
all Councilmen present~
It was mo-~d by Councilmen Kenode, seconded by Councilman Harvey to place on
the agenda at this time, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 176766, City of
Cypress vs~ Stafac, Inc~, et el.
It was moved by Councilman Kenode
~he settlement of the case of the
Orange County Superior Court Case
motion was unanimously carried by
and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve
City of Cypress vso Stafac, Inc. et el,
No. 176766 in the total sum of $8,333.00. The
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Kenode, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to place on the agenda for consideration at this time, the case of
the City of Cypress ve. Sam 0rmont, et el.
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It was m~'~ed by Councilman Kenode and seconded by Councilman Harvey to authorize
the settlement in the case of the City of Cypress vs. Sam Ormont et al~ Orange
County Superior Court Case No. 171958, in the total amount of $3~,700.00. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Har~ey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Kanode~ seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to place on the agenda at this time, the consideration of the case of
Hitzman vs. the City of Cypress.
It was moved by Councilman Kanode and seconded by Councilman Harvey to authorize
the settlement in the case of Hitzman vs. the City of Cypress in the total amount
of $2,t75.00 and to appropriate $2,175.00 from the fund balance of the General
Fund to Account 450.58. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Robarts and Kanel
None
None
At the request of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded
by Councilman Harvey and unanimously carried to place the consideration of authorizing
an addi~iDnal Police Officer position in the current budget on the agenda at this time.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Harvey to authorize
an additional position of Police Officer in the current budget. The motion was
%manimously carried by the following roll call vote:
A~'ES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSENT CALENDAR: The Mayor announced thac all matters listed on the agenda
under "CONSENT CALENDAR" were to be considered by the Council as routine and
enacted by one motion approving the Recommendation on the Administrative Report
concerning the metter~ He further advised that any item listed under the consent
calendar could be removed at the request of a Councilman, as was Item No. 5 at
the request of Councilman Harvey.
It was moved by Councilmen Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to approve Items 3, 4, and 6 on the consent calendar.
item Noo 3: Auditor's report for the period ending September 30, 1970.
ReconmBndation: That the City Council receive and file this notice.
item Noo 4: Notice of the Public Utilities Commission allocation for Walker Street
railroad crossing.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file this notice.
Item No. 6: Buena Park Resolution regarding involvement of local government in the
Regional Planning Process.
Recommendation: That the City Council request the City Manager to notify the So.
Calif~ Association of Governments Executive Board that the City Council supports the
Resolution of the City of Buena Park that Regional Planning should involve representa-
tives of local government.
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CONSIDERATION OF NOTIFICATION OF APPLICATION FOR RATE INCREASE BY ~THE SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA EDISON COMP.ANY: The City Manager presented a report dated December 10,
1970, which indicated that the Public Utilities Con~nission has notified the City
Council that the So. Califo Edison Company has made application for a rate increase,
and that since this application will be reviewed by both the Staff and members of
the Public Utilities Con~nission, it would appear that no action is required by the
City Council at this time.
In answer to an inquiry from Councilmau Harvey, Mr. Dun Milligan, Manager,
Cypress/Los Alamitos Southern California Edison Company, stated that the Public
Utilities Comission did not deny the Edison Company's request to expand the
facilities at Huntington Beach.
Councilman Lacayo expressed concern over the amount of the proposed increase, with
the 1304% increase in street-lighting charges, which he felt would be a burden on
the taxpayer, in particular. Councilman Lacayo indicated that more information
regarding this matter should be obtained, after which a position could be taken
by the City Councilc Councilman Roberrs concurred with Councilhum Lacayo's state-
FollDwing discussion, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman
Roberrs and unanimously carried to continue the consideration of this matter to
the next regular meeting of the City Council and to request the City Manager to
obtain additional information on the proposed increase.
In response to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel regarding the rate base, Mr. Milligan
stated that the Edison Company is forced to double the size of the system
every eight to ten years.
CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY RBDESIGN PLANS--JUA~.ITA ST.R~.~ .~ARK: The City Manager
indicated that this matter had been brought before the City Council for its approval
before proceeding with the final drawings.
The Recreation and Park Director then explained the proposed plans in detail and
displayed a pamphlet depicting wooden play equipment for possible use at the site.
In answer to a question from Mayor Kanel, the Finance Director indicated that bids
had been received for the removal of the roof of the barn, which will probably
be cQmpleted within five working days°
Councilman Lacayo then stated that he would be reluctant to make a decision
regarding the development of the park, without giving those persons who were
originally concerned about the Juanits Street Park an opportunity to review
the drawings°
In answer to a statement by Councilman Lacayo, the Recreation and Park Director
indicated that unless the Council did take action on this matter, the demolition
of the barn would be delayed, as the total demolition cannot be done without
destroying the irrigation system, which, he indicated, should first be replaced
in order that the entire park would notbe lost.
Councilman Roberrs indicated that the destruction of the barn is being done as
a result of the request of the citizens who reside in the Juanits Street Park
area, and that they should have an opportunity to view the plans and to be aware
of wh~E is proposed for the area°
Councilman Harvey stated that the real problem which was expressed by the citizens
in the vicinity of Juanits Street Park was the danger, rather than the facilities,
which existed at the park. In addition to the danger element~ Councilman Harvey
stated, it was difficult to observe the park from the street level, and the citizens
were concerned over the fact that the park was unsupervised. Councilman Harvey
further stated that he felt that the citizens are primarily interested in a park
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which can bs used, and facilities which can be utilized by the children in the
azea~ He added, that he felt that the plans which are proposed seem to be quite
adequate ~
Counncilman Lacayo indicated that he did approve of the proposed plans for the park;
however, he did feel that the citizens should be given the opportunity to view
tham~
It was r~oved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to continue
the consideration of the proposed plans for the redssign of Juanira Street Park
to the reveler meeting of the City Council scheduled for December 28, 1970, and
~o Iequest the City Manager to coordinate this matter with the citizens who
expressed an interest in the Juanira Street Park.
Discussion ensued relative to the delay in approving the proposed drawings. In
reapsnee to an inquiry from Councilman Kenode, the City Manager indicated that
this item had not originally been placed on the agenda for this evening's meeting
as it was Just a matter of approving the concept prior to the preparation of working
drawings ~nich will come to the City Council for approval before going out to bid.
Council~ja'. Kenode then stated that he was satisfied with the concept, which
had been supplied by a licensed architect~
Mayor Kanel indicated that he felt the citizens were primarily concerned with
having a safe, useful park and are quite anxious to have the demolition of the
barn completed~ Mayor Kanel further suggested that the City Manager might contact
Mrs° McQuaen, who addressed the City Council urging the demolition of the barn as
it was a safety hazard, and inform her as to what is being proposed for the site.
FollD~ing discussion, Councilman Robarts withdrew his second to the motion, suggesting
that the City Staff distribute information to the people in the area, which would
accomplish the purpose for continuing the matter° Councilman Lacayo stated that he
appr3ved of the park design, and that his only reason for wishing to continue the
matter had been to allow the citizens of the area time in which to view the plans. He
than withdrew his motion°
It was n~ved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to appxove the proposed plans for the redssign of the Juanira Street Park.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF STREET SWEEPING ~BV!CES: The City Manager presented
a report dated November 19, 1970, which indicated the City Council approved an
expendizuxe of $21,000 for street sweeping services in the current year's budget,
which was based on continuing the hi-weekly sweeping service which had been provided
in the past~ The report further indicated that the Council elected to increase the
the sweeping schedule to a weekly program on a trial basis during the months of
August, September, October and November. The trial program, which was on a curb
mile cost basis, reaffirmed the Staff's opinion that a more effective street
sweeping program can be provided on an hourly basis, which was used under the
hi-weekly schedule~ The report stated that serious consideration was given to
a combination sweeping program which would involve a weekly sweeping schedule
during the late spring, summer and early fall months, at which time there appears
to be a larger accumulation of lawn cuttings and debris in the streets, with a
hi-weekly schedule being used during the winter months when lawn watering, rain,
and other factors tend to keep the streets in better condition.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Harvey to authorize the
Public Works Director to secure bids for the street sweeping service to cormmence
Januarj 1, 1971 until June 30, 1971 on a hi-weekly sweeping schedule. The motion
was u~animously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, P~berts and Kenel
None
None
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At the request of Mayor Kenel, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by
Councilman Roberrs and unanimously carried to place the consideration of a Resolu-
tion colm~ending the Cypress Volunteer Fire Department on the agenda at this time.
It was m~ved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Earroy to adopt the
following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO~ i126
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COMMENDING THE MEMBERS OF THE CYPRESS VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs end Kanel
None
None
At the request of Mayor Kenel, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by
Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to direct the City Manager to forward
Letters of Commendation to Mr. Robert McCracken and Mr. Charles Ridgeway for
their cutstanding service with the Cypress Volunteer Fire Department.
Iu was mi~ved by Councilmen Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
ca~Iied ~ o consider ~he following items on the agenda at this time: Items No. 17,
19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29 and 30°
CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS LIGHTING DISTRICT NO~ 2: The City Manager presented a
~e~r~ dat'ed November 23, l~70,'from the'Pdbll'c' Works Director, which indicated
that at ins regular meeting of November 9, 1970, the City Council adopted Resolutions
No, 1115, 1116, 1117, and 1118, relative uo the establishment of Cypress Lighting
District No~ 2, The report further indicated that two Resolutions have been prepared
to azcomplish further procedures which are required under the Street Lighting Act
of 1919~
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Kenode to adopt the
fDllowing Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION N0o 1127
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE
REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF SAID CITY, DATED OCTOBER
16, 1970, PREPARED PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NOo 1104 OF SAID
COUNCIL AND REFERRED TO IN RESOLUTION NO. 1116 OF SAID COUNCIL,
AND THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATE AND ASSESSMENTS CON-
TAINED IN SAID REPORT: ORDERING THE INSTALLATION OF THE STREET
LIGHTING SYSTEM OF THE CYPRESS NO~ 2 LIGHTING DISTRICT: TO-'
GETHER WITH ANNEXATION NO. 9: ORDERING THE MAINTENANCE OF AND
THE FURNISHING OF ELECTRIC CURRENT TO LIGHT SAID STREET LIGHTING
SYSTEM REFERRED TO IN RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO, 1117 AND
RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARINGS NO~ 1118, ALL
IN ACCORD WITH DIVISION 14, PART 1, STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AS AMENDED, REFERRED TO AS THE "STREET LIGHTING ACT
OF 1919"
The motion was unanimously carried by uhe following roll call vote:
AYE S:
NOES:
AB SENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kenel
None
None
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It was moved by Councilmea Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO~ 1128
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, COUNTY OF ORANGE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THAT THERE IS ONLY ONE
CONTRACTOR PRACTICALLY CAPABLE OF F~ING THE INSTALLATION
OF, SUPPLYING MAINTENANCE FOR, AND FUI~NISHING ELECTRIC
CURRENT FOR THE LIGHTING OF THE STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM
TO BE ANNEXED TO CYPRESS NO. 2 LIGHTING DISTRICT AND
ORDERED TO BE INSTALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 1116 OF SAID
COIrNCIL, ALL IN ACCORD WITH AND PURSUANT TO THE PRO-
VISIONS OF DIVISION 14, PART 1, STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS AMENDED, REFERRED TO AS THE
"STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919"
The motion was %n%animously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILI~N:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILP~N:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF EXTENSIQN OF OFFICE LEASE .WITH THE CYPRESS CHAMBER OF COI~ERCE:
Ih~"dity Manager presented a r~por~ 'aa~e~ 'December '10, 1970, w~i~h '~ated
office s~Dlease with the Cypress Chamber of Commaarcs, approved by the City Council
cn Ncvember 24, 1969, expires on January 31, 1971. The report further stated that
the s'~blaase, which provides for a $1.00 per year rental fee for the use of Civic
Cen~er space now occupied by the Chamber, includes all utilities except telephone
service°
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to authorize
the City Attorney to prepare the necessary agreement for extension of the sublease
with the Cypress Chamber of Commerce, and to authorize the Mayor to sign and the
City Clark to attest the agreement~ The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kenel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF .EXTENSiOn. OF OFFICE LEA~E .WITH ~HE CyPRE. SSREC.REA%ION AND PARK
DIS~...RICT: The City Manager reviewed a report dated December 10, 1970, which
indicated the office sublease with the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approved
February 10, 1970, expires on January 31, 1971. The report stated that the sublease
provides for the use of office space and all utility costs, including telephone
service, for a rental fee of $150.00 per month.
It was moved by Councilman Robarts and seconded by Councilmm~ Lacayo to authorize
the City Attorney to prepare the necessary agreement for extension of the sublease
with the Cypress Recreation and Park District for a six month period, and authorize
the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the agreement.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
N OE S:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
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CONSIDERATION OF RENEWAL OF ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICE AGREEME. N.T: The City Manager
reviewed a report dated December 10, 1970, which indicated the City of Cypress has
utilized the services of the Orange County Pound Department for the enforcement of
animal control regulations since December, 1961; during which period the City has
consistently adopted the provisions of the Orange County Animal Control regulations
and fee schedules in order to continua with the County service. The report stated
that although there is no direct cost to the City for the services provided, the
County Pound Department receives all revenues derived from the issuance of licenses
and fees for service which are paid by individual animal owners. The report outlined
the services which are included in the agreement with the County, and advised that
the agreement provides that the City must advise the Orange County Board of Super-
visors one year prior to the expiration date of the agreement as to whether or not
the City wishes to continue to receive the services of the County Pound Department.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to authorize
the City Manager to notify the Orange County Board of Supervisors that the City of
Cypress wishes to renew the Animal Control Services Agreement for the five-year period
expiring December 19, 1976. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES--MR. RO~ERT.E~ PRICE: The City Manager presented
a report dated Decambe~ iO, i9~0, which stated the City has received a claim for
damages from Mr. Robert E. Price, 3357 W. Faircrest Drive, Anaheim, California, for
alleged damages to a tire on November 29, 1970, on Orange Avenue at the Cypress
College tennis courts, in the amount of $79.02. The report advised that the
City has no official record of this accident other than what is supplied on the
Claim for Damages form, and that pursuant to City Council policy, claims of this
type are officially denied and transmitted to the insurance carrier for appropriate
actian~
It was moved by Councilmen Roberts and seconded by Councilman Kenode to deny the
claim of Robert E. Price as outlined in the report, and to request that the City
Manager forward the claim to the City's insurance carrier. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES--MR. DELVYN..E~..RIGGERT: The City Manager
reviewed a report dated December 10, 1970, which indicated the City has received
a claim for damages from D. R. Jones, Attorney for Mr. Delvyn E, Riggert on behalf
of his minor son, Rick Earl Riggert, in the amount of $50,000 for an alleged
accident which occurred on September 14, 1970, at which time Rick Riggert fell from
his bicycle as a result of striking a chuckhole in the street in front of 9348
Fleetwood Street. The report further indicated that the City has no official record
of this accident other than that supplied in the claim form, and that pursuant to
City Council policy, claims of this nature are officially denied and transmitted
to the insurance carrier for appropriate action.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Kenode to deny the
claim of Delvyn E. Riggert, as outlined in the report, and to request that the
City Manager forward the claim to the City's insurance carrier. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCIL~N:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
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CONSIDERATION OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES--MRS. WANDA VANDERZEE: The City Manager presented
a report dated D~aember '10, 'i970, which ¥ndicated"the City has received a claim
for damages from Barlie M. Karen, Attorney for Wands Vanderzee for alleged injuries
which took place on September 8, 1970, at which time it was alleged that the car hit
a large hole on the north side of the intersection at Holder and Orange Streets.
The claim does not specify an amoumt, and the City has no official record of this
alleged accident other than the information submitted on the claim form. The report
further indicated that the subject intersection is the dividing line between the
Cities of Cypress and Anaheim, and apparently both cities have been notified in
the form of a claim for damages. The report advised that pursuant to City Council
policy, claims of this type are officially denied and transmitted to the insurance
carrier for appropriate action.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Kanode to deny the
claim for Wands Vanderzee as outlined in the report, and to request the City
Manager to forward the claim to the City's insurance carrier. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF TEXACO PARK LEASE AND SUBL. EA. SE: The City Manager
presented a report dated December 10, 1970, which indicated that the three year
lease with TexaCo, Inc~ and sublease with the Cypress Recreation and Park District
for the land designated as Texaco Park expires in December, 1970. The report
stated that representatives of Texaco, Inc. have indicated that a three year
extension of the lease under the same terms and conditions is acceptable to that
Company; and that approval of extending the term of the sublease has been indicated
by the Orange County Department of Real Property Services.
It was moved by Councilram% Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Laceyo to approve the
three year extension of the existing lease between the City and Texaco, Inc. as
outlined in =he report, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
appropriate extension of the sublease between the City and the Cypress Recreation
and Park District. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING GRANT DEED FOR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AD~A~ENT iTO THE
CIVIC CENTER: The City Manager reviewed a report dated December 10, 1970, which
indicated the City has received the Grant Deed for the parcel of property adjacent
to the Civic Center which has previously been approved by the City Council for
acquisition o The report stated that the Grant Deed, legal description and Title
Report have been reviewed by the Public Works Department, and have been found to
be satisfactory~ The report further stated that upon the acceptance of the Grant
Deed by the City Council, the City will be able to make final payment and complete
the acquisition of the property.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Kenode to adopt the
following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1129
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ACCEPTING A CERTAIN GRANT OF INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
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C.O.N. SIDE, RATI. ON OF .A .I~.q.UEST ~QR ADDI. T. IONAL APPROPRIATI. ONS: The City Manager
presented a report dated December 10, 1970, from the Finance Director, which
outlined several accounts requiring an additional appropriation at this time.
The report indicated that the appropriations will not change the year end projections,
as the increased expenditures will be off-set by an increase in revenue by the same
amount ~
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to appropriate
$20,389.04 from the Fund Balance of the General Fund to the following accounts:
520-18 $2,000.00
7001-10 402.20
7003-10 17,986~84
(Building Dept, Contractural Services)
(Street Improvement, Cerritos Avenue)
(Street Improvement, Orange Avenue)
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CON~IpERATIqN OF APPRqVAL .O~ ~OMRq~.AL.W.A~.T LI~ ~ORWARRAN~S .~9.25~7 THROUGH
25628: It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to
approve the Commercial Warrant List for Warrants No o 25527 through 25628 in the
~otai amount of $204,347.56. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
~oI1 call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF GRAHAM STREETFEASIBIL.~TYSTUDY: The City
Manager preSe~ed'a 'r~p~ aa~ea ~o~e~b&~ 16, 1970 from the Public Works Director,
which stated that in accordance with the recommendation of the Advisory Traffic
Committee, the Engineering Department did make a feasibility study of the Graham
Street area to determine the cost of a cul-de-sac and of extending a new street
in an east/west direction from Graham Street to Walker Street and to determine
the beet location for same° The report outlined what would be involved
with the installation of two cul-de-sacs, located north of tract #6194 line,
with and without a new connector street to Walker Street, and the estimated
total coete~
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to refer the Graham Street traffic problem back to the Advisory Traffic
Conmittee for further consideration taking into consideration the engineering
feasibility study of the connector street between Walker and Graham Street.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP #6719-
REVISED EEP6RT: ~h~ di~y Manager "reviewea '~ report dat&d Da~&mber '4,"fgY0 f~6m
the Public Works Director which stated that the City Council, at its regular meeting
of November 23, 1970, directed the Staff to combine Items Noo 8, 12 and 13 of the
November 23, 1970 agenda, into one report and further directed the Staff to contact
the Naval Air Station and request participation in costs of a block wall between
the clubhouse parking lot and houses in Tracts #6775 and 6776. The report further
stated that Larwin Company has requested a twelve month extension of time for
recording the remainder of Tentative Tract Map #6719, located at the southwest
comer of Orangewood Avenue and Valley View Street, which will be the final parcel
in the subdivision, as the final maps for Tracts #6775 and 6776 have been recorded.
The report stated that the City Attorney has advised that conditions can be added
to the extension of time, the same as if the Tentative Map was being originally
considered.
With regard to the block wall fence next to the Los Alamitos Naval Air Station
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Golf Ceurse, the report explained that the City could not impose the block wall
fence requirement as set forth in the City Code, as the developer of the parking
lot is the Navy Department, and it is Federally owned property. The City Attorcey,
however, has advised that a condition could be imposed by the City Coimctl requiring
the construction of a block wall fence adjacent to Lots 95-100 in Tract #6776 and on
Lots 41-48 inclusive, in Tract #6775, whose rear yards are immediately adjacent to
the parking facility~ The report added, that the Navy was contacted relative
to this matter; however, refused the request to participate in the cost of a block
wall fence. The Navy did indicate that permission would be granted to take down
and replace the existing fence upon submittal of a written request by the City.
The report further stated that a portion of Tract 6719 is still occupied by
an operating dairy which has contractual commitments with a dairy store located
at the southeast comer of the parcel and cannot release the property to Larwin
Company until January, 1971, and further, that the Larwin Company has installed off-
site sewer improvements which will be used for Tract 6719 to provide sanitary sewer
service for the final parcel. At the present time, the report added, the dairy
sto~e is connected to a Midway Sanitary District sewer; however, it is possible
to anhcok the connection and to Join a City of Cypress sewer, which would require
extending a lateral from the City of Cypress sewer already constructed in Tract
6719 =o the boundary sewer°
Mro Terry Lo Rhodes, Attorney, from the law offices of Kalmbach, DeMarco, Knapp &
Chillingworth, 550 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, California, addressed the
City Council stating that his firm was representing the Larwin Company, and referred
t9 a p~oposed agreement which was submitted by his firm, between the Larwin Company
and the City of Cypressl
In respcnse to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the City Manager stated that the
proposal which was received by the City, was modified verbally with a representative
from the Larwin Company, who agreed to construct a screening fence at total cost
to the Larwin Company, instead of one-half of the cost, Mr. Rhodes indicated that
the modification as stated by the City Manager was correct.
Discussion was held regarding the type of fence which would be constructed,
whereas, Mr. Rhodes indicated that the Lazwin Company would continue trying to
obtain an agreement by the Navy indicating that they would be willing to install
a block wall fence; however, should their efforts not be successful, he questioned
whether cr not a grape-stake fence would be satisfactory°
Ccuncilmea Roberts indicated that the City Council is not going to require a grape-
stake fence, as the Council would have required a concrete block wall fence in the
original tract map, had it been realized that a parking lot would be immediately
adjacent to R-1 homes. Councilman Roberrs explained that by not specifically specifying
a grape stake fence, the City Council is allowing the Larwin Company the opportunity
of installing a block wall fence if it is determined by the residents and the Larwin
Company that it should be done.
At this time Mr. Rhodes stated that it had Just been confirmed that if the Navy
would share the cost of a block wall fence, the Larwin Company would contribute
one-half of the cost; and also, should the homeowners be willing to contribute one-
half of the cost, the Larwin Company would be willing to contribute one-half of the
cost for a block wall fence.
Mr. Paul Dileski, 5683 Lakia Drive, addressed the Council questioning whether
o~ not it would be setting a bad precedent, should the Larwin Company install
a grape stake fence. Mayor Kanel explained that the circumstances in this particular
case are quite unusual and that it would be quite unlikely that such a problem
would occur in the future.
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Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Roberts and seconded by Councilman
Kanode to grant a one year extension of time for recording the final tract map in
approved Tentative Tract #6719, subject to the original conditions on the Tenta-
tive Tract Map, and that an amendment be added to the subdivision improvement agree-
ment incorporating the following additional conditions, subject to approval by the
City Attorney.
1. All legal and attorney fees for preparation of said extension of time
shall be paid by Larwin Company.
2. Larwin Company shall dedicate a sanitary sewer easement to the City
of Cypress across Lot #55, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
Larwin Company shall be caused to construct a screening fence to separate
the Naval Air Station parking lot from the rear yards of lots in Tracts
#6775 and #6776, subject to approval of the Staff.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF THE CYPRESS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONTRACT: The
City Manager reviewed a report dated December 10, 1970, which indicated that this
matter had been continued to this date at the November 23, 1970 regular meeting
of the City Council.
Mr. Allan Banick, President, Cypress Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council
reading in full a letter supporting the proposal which had been submitted by the
Chamber, from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 947. Mr. Banick stated that
due to the lateness of the hour, several persons who had intended to speak in behalf
of the proposal, had to leave. Mr. Banick then reviewed the operating costs of
the existing Chamber of Commerce, as well as the estimated costs for the operation
of the Chamber, with a full-time Manager.
Considerable discussion was held regarding the advantages and disadvantages of
a full-time Manager for the Chamber, as suggested in the proposal. In response
to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, Mr. Banick stated that it would be very difficult
to find a well qualified full-time Manager for the Chamber if he were to be employed
on a six month trial basis.
Councilman Harvey expressed concern as to whether or not the size of the community
would warrant a full-time Manager, and stated that the immediate prospect for
commercial, as well as industrial development within the City, is very slim, and
that it was his personal feeling that a full-time Manager would not have a suffi-
cient amount of work to justify the salary that he would be paid. Councilman
Harvey further stated that he felt that operating the Chamber of Commerce on a full
eight hour period of time should be continued and then cormmended the Chamber stating
that it has been an asset to the community.
The budget for the proposed changes was discussed, and in response to an inquiry
from Councilman Kanode, the City Manager indicated that the increased costs under
the Chamber proposal would not present a problem in the current fiscal year; however,
the budget allocation would be substantially increased in the following fiscal year.
Councilman Roberts stated that the Chamber budget increase was due not only to the
employment of a full-time Manager, but also to expanded Chamber services. Councilman
Roberts urged the City Council not to interfere with the internal affairs of the
Chamber, as he felt it would not be appropri ate for the Council to pass j udgement on
the selection of any specific program or specific employee in the Chamber; but,
rather, to approve or disapprove the over-all plan which has been proposed.
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Mr. Jack Leneker, 4504 Middlebury Circle, Cypress, addressed the Council indicating
the matter should be continued due to the hour and to also give the Board of
Directors an opportunity to be present.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Kanode and unanimously
carried to table this matter at this time.
It was moved by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Kanode and unanimously
carried to consider Items 15 and 16 on the agenda at this time.
CONSIDERATION OF REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT -- JAY MAHONEY: The City Manager presented
a report dated December 7, 1970, from the Public Works Director, which indicated
that in Public Works improvements it has been common practice to provide a developer
with a reimbursement agreement for sewer cost when as a part of his development
he must extend a sewer which will also serve other property. The report advised
that such a situation occurs on Graham Street, where the developer, Mr. Jay Mahoney,
is constructing a sewer to serve his apartment development. The sewer reimburse-
ment agreement provides that the City will require future developers to pay their
prorated share of the cost of the sewer serving their parcel prior to issuance of
a building permit.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Kanode to approve
a sewer reimbursement agreement between the City and Jay Mahoney which will require
future developers to pay their prorated cost of a sewer on Graham Street from
908 feet south of Orange Avenue to 348.50 feet south of Orange Avenue in the amount
of $1,437.00 as shown in the agreement and to direct the Mayor to sign the agreement
and the City Clerk to attest to his signature. The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM --FISCAL YEAR 1971-72
RECOMMENDED PROJECTS: The City Manager reviewed a report dated December 7, 1970,
from the Public Works Director which indicated that each year the County of Orange
allocates a portion of its Gas Tax Funds to the upgrading of streets in cities in
the County which are on the County's Master Plan of Arterial Highways, and that
through this program, called the Arterial Highway Financing Program, a City can
match its funds with County funds to double the amount of construction possible.
The report further outlined the various projects which were recommended by the
Engineering Division, and the total costs of each project.
It was moved by Councilman Roberts and seconded by Councilman Kanode to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1130
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO INCLUDE WITHIN THE
ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM THE DEVELOPMENT OF
VALLEY VIEW STREET, FROM CERRITOS AVENUE TO SOUTH CITY
LIMITS
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
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It was moved by Councilman Roberts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt the
following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1131
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO INCLUDE WITHIN THE
ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM THE DEVELOPMENT OF
CRESCENT AVENUE FROM SUMNER PLACE TO 330 FEET %WEST
OF ACACIA DRIVE
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo,
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Roberrs and Kanel
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Kanode to adopt the
following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1132
A RESOLUTION OF ~HE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO INCLUDE WITHIN THE
ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM THE DEVELOPMENT OF
DENNI STREET FROM 250 FEET SOUTH OF ORANGE AVENUE TO
700 FEET + NORTH OF ORANGE AVENUE
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Roberts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1133
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO INCLUDE WITHIN THE
ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM THE DEVELOPMENT OF
ORANGE AVENUE FROM 600 FEET WEST OF WALKER STREET TO
1300 FEET + EAST OF WALKER STREET
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to consider Item No. 14 a. on the agenda at this time.
MOTORCYCLE PROBLEM ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT ORANGEWOOD AND NEW ZEALAND STREET: Mr.
Ashley, who addressed the City Council earlier, stated that many persons are
operating their motorcycles on property located at Orangewood Avenue and New
Zealand Street, and that the noise which is created from this operation is
unbearable. Mr. Ashley indicated that he has contacted the property owner, Mr.
Leo Harvey, relative to this matter on several occasions, however, has found
that Mr. Harvey is not very cooperative.
In answer to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the City Manager indicated that he was
hopeful that the problem would be resolved by the end of this week, and explained
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that the Police Chief had artended a meeting earlier in the day relating to this
problem.
The Police Chief then explained the new trespassing law of the State, and proposed
that the Police Department draft its own letter and submit it for signature to the
owner of the property, which would be authorization for the Police Department to
act as the property owner's agent, and enable the Police Department to enforce the
trespassing law.
Discussion was held regarding various methods of solving this problem, whereas,
in response to an inquiry from Councilman Harvey, the City Attorney indicated
that the method suggested by Chief Savord would be the most effective in this
case.
The City Attorney then stated that he would work with the Chief of Police regarding
this matter tomorrow morning.
ADJOURNMENT:
It was moved by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Kanode and unanimously
carried to adjourn at 1:07 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on December 21, 1970.
MAYOR 0 THE CITY OF CYPRESS
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