HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 71-02-08MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
February 8, 1971
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at
4:05 p.mo, on Monday, February 8, 1971, in the City Council Chambers, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Mayor John Kanel presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen Harvey, Lacayo and Kanel
ABSENT: Councilmen Kenode and Roberrs
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, Assistant City Attorney
Len Ham~el and the following members of the City Staff: Poetthor, Dunlap, Hernandez,
Schatzeder, Griseom and Nudsono
MINUTE S:
It was the general opinion of the City Council to defer the consideration of
the Minutes of December 28, 1970, January 11, 1971 and January 25, 1971 until
such time as all Councilmen are present°
CO]3NCILMAN ROBERES ARRIVED AT 4:07 pom~ AND TOOK HIS PLACE ON THE PODIUMo
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS:
The City Manager reviewed the various items contained in the Progress Report.
Discussion was held regarding the general meeting of the Orange County Division
of the League of California Cities scheduled for March 25, 1971, which the City
of Cypress will be hosting° It was the consensus of the Council that the City
Staff would decide on a suitable location for the event, and that the Councilmen
would submit suggested speakers for the program to the City Manager~
Following a discussion regarding the time before a meeting in which the City
Councilmen receive their agenda packets, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs,
seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried that the agenda packets
be delivered to each Councilman ,Jn the Wednesday prior to the City Council meeting°
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to place on the agenda as Item No. 25, a matter relating to the
proposed revenue sharing program which was recently outlined by the President
of the United Statest
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to place the consideration of a Resolution commending Cypress resident,
Mro Terry Kubicka, for winning the National Novice Mon's Ice Skating championship,
on the agenda as Item No. 26°
At the request of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded
by Councilman Harvey and unanimously carried to place on the agenda at this time,
a matter concerning the City's boundary alignment.
The City Manager stated that a recent survey conducted for a development of a multiple-
family project in the City of Hawaiian Gardens indicated that a portion of the property
falls within the City limits of the City of Cypress. The Public Works Director reviewed
the area in question, which is generally located on the north side of Lincoln Avenue,
west of the Coyote Creek Flood Control Channel° The City Manager stated that building
permits could not be authorized by the Staff, since that portion of the property falling
within the City of Cypress is not properly zoned for multiple-family development. The
City Manager advised that communications have been received from both Supervisor Phillips
of Orange Comty and Supervisor Chase from Los Angeles County, requesting the City
Council to expedite the issuance of the building permits and indicating a desire to
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process a County boundary change in the area, It was suggested that a possible
solution to this problem would be the adoption of an Urgency Ordinance rezoning
that portion of the propcity to ~n R-3 zone°
~n answer to an inquiry from Councilman l{oberts, the Assistant City Attorney advised
that the error on the boundary alignment could be considered as a reason for the urgency,
and because of its unique circumstances, could not be considered as precedent setting
nor as a challenge to the integrity of the zoning ordinance°
COUNCILMAN KANODE ARRIVED AT 4.~50 P~Mo AND TOOK HIS PLACE ON THE PODIUM.
In response to an inquiry f'~om Mayo~ Kanel, the City Manager stated that a
change of zone would be necessary as ~he present zone of the particular property
is not compatible with the development which is taking place in the City of
Hawaiian Gardens~
In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the Assistant City Attorney indicated
that normally, in a change of zone, it is the policy to follow property lines;
however, it is not a legal requirement, and that the facts which have been presented
can be used to Justify the rezoning of only that land west of the channel.
At the request of Mayor Kanel, Mr o Hoshaw, representing the Beard Development
Company, addressed the Council explaining that the company has been waiting
to pour the foundations for the development until such time as this problem
can be resolved~ He stated tha~ the poItion of property which is in the City of
Cypress will be att'~actively landscaped, and the development will add to the
area° Mr~Hoshaw indicated ~hat 10 feet of the development will be in the City
of Cypress, and that the company has made a tentative agreement with the Cypress
City Engineer to enclose the drainage ditch which is open at this time°
Discussion was held with regard to the timing which would be involved should
the City Council deteI. mine to change the zone under the normal change of zone
proceedings° The Assistant City Attorney indicated that the applicant could apply for
the required conditional use permit at the same time the change of zone is being
processed, and which could be granted by the Planning Commission subject to the
approval of the zone ~hange by the City Council~
Following disc~lpsion, it w~s moved b~ Counailman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman
Lacayo to initiate a change ~f zDne on the subj oct property, located west of the
channel and north of Lincoln Avenue, from CEM tD R-3; and to direct the matter to be
brought before the Planning Commission at its next regular meeting~ The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll zali vote:
AYES: 5 COUNC~LMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs end Kanel
None
None
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Lacayo to instruct
the City Staff to issue zhe release of the building permits from the City of Hawaiian
Gardens, subject to the conditions of drainage, curbs and sidewalks, or the posting
of a bond in the amount of $4,000. The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
None
Ncne
At the request of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded
by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to place on the agenda as Item Noo
27, an item relative to the annexation of the Post Office site on Lincoln Avenue°
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It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilma~ Lacayo and unanimously
carried to place an item concerning the participation of the City in the League
of California Cities Institute on Labor Relations, on the egenda as Item No. 28~
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacyao and unanimously
carried to place the Park Bond Issue on the agenda as Item No. 29.
PACES S:
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to recess at 5:35 pom~ to 7:30 pomo
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pore., 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 Darrell Essex, the Assistant City
Attorney Leonard Hampel, and the following members of the City Staff: Poertner,
Dunlap, Schatzeder, Hernandez, Savord, Grissom and Nudson.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Boy ScOut Troop Moo 681 led the City Council and audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance~
At the requss t of Mayor Kanel, the City Manager reviewed the various items
which had been added to the agenda at the afternoon session of the City Council,
MINUTE S:
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of December 28, i970, as corrected.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of January 11, 1971, as corrected~
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to approve the Minutes of January 25, 1971, as presented, with an abstaining
vote by Councilman Lacayo, as he had not been present at that meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
There were no oral communications presented at this time.
CONSENT CALENDAR: The Mayor announced that 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 matter° He further advised that any item listed under the Consent Calendar
could be removed at the request of a Councilman~
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously
carried to approve Items Noo 1 through 4 on the Consent Calendar,
Item Noo 1: Notice from the Alcoholic Beverage Control of an Off-Sale Beer and
Wine License for Scotty's Food Center, located at 6381 Ball Road,
Recommendation: Receive and fileo
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Item No. 2: Request by the Cypress Junior Women's Club to proclaim February
15-19, 1971, as '~utrition Week" in the City of Cypress.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim February 15-19, 1971
as '~utrition Week" in the City of Cypress.
Item No. 3: Authorization for Councilman Harvey to accept the League of California
Cities committee assignment.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize Councilman Robert Harvey to
serve on the League of California Cities Committee on Transportation, and to
authorize reimbursement of actual and necessary expenses involved in this committee
assignment.
Item No. 4: Communication from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Laverdiere requesting the
continued operation of the Hettinga dairy farm.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed, and that the City
Manager be requested to notify Mr. and Mrs. Laverdiere of the status of the zoning
for dairies in the City of Cypress.
It was moved by Councilman Kanode, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously
carried to consider Item No. 6 on the agenda at this time, and to proceed until
8:00 p.m., at which time the Public Hearing is scheduled.
CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATION OPPOSING EXTENSION OF TIME FOR OPERATION OF DAIRY
LOCATEDAT SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VALLEY VIEW AND BALL ~DAD: The City Manager presented
a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated the City has received communications
from Mr. Garland Stephens, Mrs. David Sterns, and Rodell Fick expressing opposition
to the granting of any extension of time of operation of the dairy located at the
southwest corner of Valley View and Ball Read.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Kanode and unanimously
carried to authorize the City Manager to advise Mr. Garland Stephens, Mrs. David
Sterns and Rodell Fick of the current status of the non-conforming dairy operations
within the City as summarized in the report.
CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATION F~DM MI{. COMPTON RE: WEED ABATEMENT CHARGES: The
City Manager reviewed a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated that this
matter was reviewed and acted upon by the City Council at its regular meeting of
January 25, 1971, however, Mr. Compton has requested that this matter be reconsidered
by the City Council as the notice of the meeting was sent to the address of the
property on Wicker Drive, which is a rental unit, and was not forwarded in time
for Mr. Compton to be present at the Council meeting.
Mr. Compton, 10850 S. Atlantic, Lynwood, California, addressed the Council stating
that the weed abatement cost to clear his property is the same amount as are the
taxes for the subject property. Mr. Compton stated that the weed abatement was
accomplished by hand, as it had been determined that the property was not access-
ible for equipment, at the cost of 3¢ a square foot, which amounted to a total of $481~00~
He then indicated that he felt that the contractor had exercised extremely poor
judgement in recommending hand cleaning, and felt that the cost was extremely
high.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the City Manager stated that
it is standard practice in the City to abate weeds and debris by hand rather than
to bring equipment into an area which could destroy portions of the buildings and
yards. He further stated that in this particular instance, there was an additional
problem of machine cleaning due to the accumulation of m~tal debris, which the City
did not remove, as the cost would have been quite excessive. The City Manager then
presented the Council with photographs taken prior to the abatement.
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Mr. Compton than presented she City Council with photographs of the subject property
which had been taken after the contractor had completed the abatement, and which
he felt showed that the property was accessible to equipment.
In answer to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the Public Works Director stated that
the weed abatement was an advertised contract in which there was public bidding.
In reply to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the City Manager stated that
official notifications of the weed abatement were transmitted; however, the name
appearing on the last equalized assessment roll is the one which is used, and
in the event of a change of ownership, a new owner My not be aware of the
assessment which has been levied until the new tax bill is out, some months later.
In answer to on inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the Assistant City Attorney indicated
that the charges levied on the property are paid with the property tax bill and
are paid to the County, and that whoever is the owner of the property is responsible°
H e stated that the manner in which the costs may be pro-rated between the buyer
of the property and the seller would be a matter of contract between the two. The
Assistant City Attorney then reviewed the procedure whereby a property owner is
notified of the need for weed abatement, and the opportunities which are available
to him to abate the nuisance himself. He further indicated that the property owner
is given adequate warning and protection with two Public Hearings.
Because it was now time for the Public Hearing to be held, it was moved by
Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to
continue this met tot until after the Public Hearing.
FACES S:
At the request of Councilman Roberrs, Mayor Kanel declared a recess at 8:08 p.m.
The meeting was called back to order at 8:14 p~m. with all Councilmen present°
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO C-243--MARK
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: The Mayor announced this was the time and place for the
Public Hearing for the consideration of Conditional Use Permit Noo C-243, initiated
by Mmrk III Construction Company, 18001 Irvine, Suite C, Tustin, California, to
allow the construction of a 12-unit apartment complex on property generally located
at 6322 Orange Avenue, C~press.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff to present
its report.
The City Manager reviewed a report dated February 3, 1971, which indicated the
affidavits of posting, publication and mailing of notices are on file in the
office of the City Clerk, and no conmunications regarding this matter have been
received.
At the request of the City Manager, the Secretary to the Planning Commission then
presented Planning Staff Report PC~71-27, dated February 2, 1971, which described
the surrounding property and the property in question. The report listed the
various conditions which were imposed by the Planning Con~nission upon the
recoramended approval of the Conditional Use Permit at its meeting of January 21, 1971o
At the request of Mayor Kanel, Mr. Levenoff, President, Mark III Construction Co~,
addressed the Council stating that the subject property is fairly hard to develop
due to its triangular shape, however, felt that the development, as proposed, would
be very attractive.
At the request of Councilman Lacayo, the Secretary to the Planning Con~nission
pointed to the subject location on the aerial map, and explained that the one
descending vote from the Planning Conunission was because one Commissioner felt
that one unit should be deleted in order to provide additional parking. He
stated that the applicant has provided 20 parking spaces for 12 units, which is
above the minimum requirements~
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In answer to an inquiry from Councilmm~ Robarts, the Secretary to the Planning
Commission indicated that the approximate density per acre is 29 units, and the
applicant has met the code requirements°
Councilman Harvey expressed concern indicating that there should be more extensive
treatment of the roof line on the western and the southerly elevations of the
proposed development, and landscaping adjacent to the railroad right-of-way~
Mr~ Levenoff then stated that should the Council consider the design to be
adequate, in all Justification, his company would probably improve upon it. He
then suggested that elevations which might enhance the area, be left to the
d. iscretion of the Staff. He indicated that since it is a Spanish style development,
they are considering capping the block wall. Mr. Levenoff than stated that the
construction company will treat the entire area in a more than adequate manner.
Following discussion concerning the conditions which had been imposed by the
Planning Commission and certain modifications by the City Council, Councilman
Roberrs stated that he felt that the proposed development met the absolute
minimum requirements of the City of 700 square feet per one bedroom unit; and
that the parking is inadequate, although the developer has met the requirements°
Councilman Roberrs urged the Planning Conmission to move quickly to establish
proper R-3 zone requirements.
There being no written cr oral protests, it was moved by Councilman Kenode and
seconded by Counoilman 'Lacayo to close the Public Hearing at this time~ 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
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Kenode to approve
Conditional Use Permit C-243, subject to the following conditions:
1o Proposed project shall be c~nstructed and developed as per plans approved
by the Planning Ccnmission and City Council°
2~ Street trees, 15-gallon size, shall be installed per City standards~
Landscaping shall be des igned by a licensed landscape architect and
shall be designed for the whole site~ The interior court and recreation
area, along with the open parking area, shall have the same consideration
on landscape treatment as the front yard area, and the same consideration
shall be made along that portion of property abutting the railroad right-
of-way~
The site and landscape plan shall be reviewed by the Planning Department
prior to the occupancy of the building.
Trash areas shall be enclosed and the trash areas shall be screened from
public view°
There shall be a 6' decorative block wall treatment to screen the
property along the westerly property line as indicated on the plot
plan and rendering°
There shall be at least one covered parking space for each unit and
each carport shall include a locked storage unit.
Mechanical equipment or other utility hardware on the roof, ground or
buildings shall be screened with materials harmonious with the buildings,
or they shall be located s.o as not to be visible from public ways or
adjacent residential areas°
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9. Exterior lighting shall be part of the architectural concept with
fixtures standard, in keeping with the Spanish thenB, and all exposed
accessories harmonious to the building design.
10. Sound proofing and/or insulation ~terials shall be used within the
walls and floors which separate the individual dwelling units from its
adjacent common wall neighbor or the external environment in accordance
with FFA specifications.
11o Exterior wall along parking area adjacent to Orange shall be treated
architecturally the same as building wall ~
12. Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
13, Open cut of Orange Avenue for utilities will not be permitted.
14 ~ Orange Avenue shall be developed in accordance with the General Plan
of Streets and Highways.
15~ The developer shall dedicate a four foot tree planting easement on
Orange Avenue°
16~ The development shall comply with the proposed Towns cape Element of the
General Plan~
17. All drainage fees shall be paid~
18, Street lights shall be installed per City standards.
19, Advance street light energy charges shall be paid.
20. All utility service shall be underground~
21o Plan check and inspection fees amoun~ing to 3~% of the street improve-
ments shall be paid~
22. Fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with Fire Department
requirementell
23. The buildings shall comply with Fire Zone 2 requirements°
24. The architectural treatment of the interior court elevations shall be
corrected, coordinated and subject to the approval of the Secretary of
the Planning Conmissiono
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMN: Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Councilman Lacayo stated that he would like to recommend that the Secretary to
the Planning Comnrfssion that the reports from the Planning Cormnission contain
more definite statements and eliminate such words as "adequate" and phrases such
as "closely as possible°"
CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATION FROM MRo COMPTON RE: WEED ABATEMENT CHARGES
(Continued): In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the Public Works
Director stated that he felt that hand cleaning was the only method by which
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Mr. Compton's property could have been cleared° He indicated that the 3¢ charge per
square foot was the bid price~
In answer to an inquiry from Council~ Lacayo, regarding a statement made by
Mr. Compton which indicated that the weeds and rubbish had not been hauled away
from his property, the Public Works Director stated that normally, the Senior
Public Works Inspector does inspect the properties after the work has been done.
In reply to a question from Councilman Roberrs, the City Manager stated that
the City tries to avoid the removal of metal substances which are not subject to
burning and therefore not a fire hazard, in order to help keep the cost of the
abatement down. He further stated that there have been instances where the
metal debris could not be separated from that of another nature, which has resulted
in very high costs to the property owners~
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs that the City
reduce the charges of weed abatement to Mr. Compton by one-halfo
Mayor Kanel than stated that he felt that Mr~ Compton had been a victim of certain
circumstances relative to the timing of his foreclosure on the subject property;
however, he did feel that there was no Justification for the City to return any
funds to him, and therefore would be voting in opposition to the motion~
Following discussion, the motion failed to carry by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 2 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 3 COUNCIL}~N:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Lacayo and Roberts
Harvey, Kanode and Kenel
None
Councilmm~ Lacayo then stated that with the consent of his fellow Councilmen, he
would like to instruct the City Staff to assure that all measures will be taken
to notify the property owner before the matter is brought to Public Hearing.
CONSIDERATION OF COI~fUNICATION I~GARDING A SPEED CONTROL DEVICE ON JUANITA STREET:
The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated the City
has received a communication dated February 1, 197~, from Mro ~aul J~ Batty,
9662 Juanira street, cypress, expressing his concern and disapproval of the experi-
mental striping of Juanira St rest, adjacent to the Juanira Park site as a speed
control device. The raport continued, that Mr~ Berry has previously presented
some of these objections during the Oral Communications portion of the January
25, 1971 meeting of the City Council; however, no official action was taken at
that time.
Councilman Harvey stated that he felt there was some Justification in Mr. Berry's
complaint, and that he is familiar with the design. He further stated that at
the last meeting of the City Council, he had indicated that it was an experimental
project and was based on the request of certain persons in the community who were
concerned about the dangerous traffic conditions which existed on Juanira Street.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Kanode and usanimously carried
to refer the communication from Mro Berry to the Advisory Traffic Committee for further
study and recommendation, and to notify one of the leaders in the community who has been
instrumental in encouraging a solution to the traffic problems on Juanira St feet,
in order that a solution to the Juanira Street situation can be resolved.
Mr. Berry thanked the Public Works Director for giving of his time and offering
his assistance in this matter, and stated that if he could arrive at a solution
which would not be obJectional to anyone in the neighborhood, he too, would not
object.
CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATION FROM BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER OF COI~ERCE AND CIVIC
ASSOCIATIONPROPOSINGLEGISLATIONINCREASING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING
ELECTION TO CITY COIXqCIL: The City Manager presented a report dated February 4,
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1971, which indicated that the City has received a communication dated February
1971, from the Executive Vice President, Mr. Richard L. Friel, of the Beverly Hills
Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association, requesting support for state legislation
increasing the requirements for filing for election to City Council in General Law
Cities.
It was moved by Councilman Kenode, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to receive and file this communication°
CONSIDERATION OF COI~4UNICATION FROM MONTEMY PARK CITY COUNCIL REQUESTING SUPPORT
FOR A EESOLUTION FAVORINGRETRO~FITTINGEXISTING AIRCRAFTT0 REDUCE AIRCRAFT NOISE:
The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated that
the City has received a communication from the City Co%moil of the City of Monterey
Park, dated January 26, 1971, requesting support for a Resolution of that city which
favors retro-fitting existing aircraft to reduce aircraft noise~
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Kmode and unanimously
carried to support, in principle, a reduction in aircraft noise as suggested in the
Monterey Park Resolution, and to direct the City Manager to prepare a comunication
to that effect to be transmitted tc the Federal Aviation Administration.
CONSIDERATION OF COM~JNICAIION REGARDING A PROBLEM OF SAVING MATERIALS FOR THEIR
REUSE: The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated
the City has received a communication from Jeanne C, Wight, 9339 Esther Street,
Cypress, dated January 28, 1971, suggesting a program of providing bins in commercial
areas of the City in an effort to save reuseable materials. The communication requests
assistance in developing a program of action on this issue.
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Kenode and unanimously
carried to refer this request to the City M~nager's office in order that this
program might be discussed with Mrs, Wight, and that the City Manager report back
to the City Council relative to the outcome of the discussions on this matter.
CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY OF CAMARILLO CONCERNING THE ROLE
OF THE ERECFfIVE COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFoASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS: The
City Manage~ presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated the City
has received a communication dated January 22, 1971, from Mayor Stanley J, Daily,
of the City of Camazillo, expressing conecru in regards to the authority of the
Executive Conmnittee of SCAG to adopt resolutions dealing with land_useo The report
stated that as indicated in the communication, this action was prompted by a
proposal from the Ccancil of Airport Administrators requesting that the Executive
Committee of SCAG approve a resolution to the effect that Omard Air Force Base is
essential to regional aviation in Southern California°
Councilman Kenode reviewed for the benefit of the audience and City Council what
has transpired with the Southern California Association of Governments relative
to this issue.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman
Kenode and unanimously carried to authorize the SCAG delegate in attendance at the
General Assembly Meeting of the Southern California Association of Governments
to oppose any proposed resolutions being adopted by the Executive Committee of
SCAG dealing with land-use within cities~ Councilman Roberrs requested that a
report be brought to the City Council relative to the attitude of the Executive
Committee as expressed in the General Assembly Meeting of SCAGo
CONSIDERATION OF COFR~UNICATION FROM THE CITY OF TRACY ENDORSING THE PRESIDENTiS
GUIDANCE LETTER: The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971,
which indicated the City has received a communication dated January 8, 1971,
from Mayor William Co Adame of the City of Tracy, California, requesting the
Mayor to sign a request to the President of the United States urging support of
the development and distribution ola guidance letter to be distributed to every
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elementary school in the United States, and further urging the City Council to
adopt a Resolution supporting the principles of the Presidents' Guidance Letter~
At the request of Councilman LacaFo, the City Manage-~ read in full a copy of the
Presidents ' Guidance Letter ~
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo, seconded by Ccuncilman Kanode and unanimously
carried to approve the distribution of the ~aidance letter as outlined in the
~eport i,
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and eac~r, ded by Co~ncilman Lacayo to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as fellowst
RESOLIrflON Nee 1144
A RESOLIY~ION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CfPRESS
ENDORSING THE PRESIDENTS' GUIDANCE LETTER
The motion was unanimously carried by t~e following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN.~ None
CONSIDERATION OF COIv~IRqlCATiON FROM MRS, JO~CELYN TORGERSON REQUESTING SPECIAL
RECOGNITION FOR THE HERJ_I,C_ ACT OF MIj MAY: The City Manager presented a report
dated February 4, 197i~ whizh indicated the City has received a comunication
dated January 29~ 1971, f~cm Mrs~ Joycel)n Tofgerson, 10501 Hester Street, Cypress,
requesting the City C:~m~cll i-~ give special rec~gnitlcn to Mike May of 10511
Hester Street, C~pfees, who. so qui;k thinking and pzompt a.c~ion saved the life of
Mrs, Torgerson,
It was mo~d by Coun~ilman Ha~"~ey end sa:l~nded by C~mcilman Lacayo to adopt the
following ~solu'tt~.n by ~itle cnly, 'title as
P, ESOiJI'iON NO~ 1145
A RESOLUTION OF THE CIT~ COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COMMENDING M1L MICHAEL MAr ~OR HIS QUICK ACTIONS IN HELPING
TO SAVE THE LIFE OF MRS ~ !lOYCEL~N EORGERSON ~
The motion was unanimo'a~iy !'tarried by the foilowing r.~ll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
Included in the motion, was that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the
Orange County Board of Supervisors in the event that there may be action that
they might feel would be appropriateo
RECESS:
Mayor Kanel declared a recess at 9:40 pom~ the meeting was called back to order
at 9:50 p~m,, with all Councilmen present~
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON RATE INCREASE
APPLICATION: The City Manager presented a report dated February 4," 1971,
which indicated the City Council continued this item from the January 25th
meting of the City Ccunail, toques ring the Staff to determine the annual cost to
Cypress, should the 16~2% rate increase be granted by the Public Utilities Commission,
The report further indicated that a total of $19,000 per year could be expected
upon Stunting the requested fate increase, with an increase in the Street Lighting
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District of $16,000 and the additional $3,000 increase for all other uses of
electricity.
In reply to an inquiry from Councilman Roberts, the City Manager indicated that
the $16,000 increase to the Street Lighting District would be absorbed through
taxes, and the $3,000 increase would have to come out of the General Fund. He
further stated that applications of this nature are not usually granted without
lengthy hearings and if granted, would probably not be effective until the next
Fiscal Year.
Councilman Lacayo expressed concern ove~ the rate increase, and urged the City
Council to oppose this mat ter by adopting a Resolution in opposition to the rate
increase°
It was moved by Councilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1146
A RESOLIrfION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
EXPRESSING CONCERN REGAKDING THE REQUEST FOR A 16.2% RATE
INCREASE BY THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY TO THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES COI~iISSION
Councilman Roberts and Councilman Lacayo stated that the Edison Company had
failed to provide them with information relating to the rate increase, which
had been requested by the City Council° Councilman Lacayo stated that he did
not feel that the 16o2% rate increase was merited at this time.
Councilman Kanode indicated that perhaps the increase is warranted because of new
additions or modifications te the systems of the plants so that there can be
adequate lighting lot the people living in the Edison district, and indicated
that the utility companies should progress°
The motion carried by the following Yoll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 2 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Lacayo, Roberts and Kanel
Harvey and Kanode
Ncne
Councilman Harvey stated that it had been his understanding that the Southern
California Edison Company ~ate increase was not simply an increase that was due;
but, an increase to provide for additional facilities in the Southern California
area, which are needed if expansion programs are going to continue in the Southern
California area.
Mayor Kanel stated that he voted in favor of the motion as a formality, and that
he expected the Public Utilities Con~nission to study the matter carefully.
In response to a statement by Mayor Kanel, Councilman Lacayo indicated that he
felt the Council should take the same action regarding the other utilities.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Roberts and seconded by Councilman
Lacayo that the City Staff b~ing the matter of the proposed rate increases for the
gas and water companies, including figures as to the impact the rate increases
would have to the City and also to the average resident, to the City Council at
its next regular meeting° The motion carried with aye votes by Councilmen Lacayo,
Roberrs, and Kanel~ and no votes by Councilmen Harvey and Kanode.
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED ESTABLISI~iENT OF A RECREATION AND PARK
COI~4ISSION: The City Manager suggested that since the CounCilmen had not had an
opportunity to review the draft of the proposed Ordinance, as it had Just recently
been distributed, this matter be continued.
It was moved by Comcilman Kenode, seconded by Councilman Lacayo, and manimouely
carried to continue the consideration of this matter, along with Item No. 18, relating
to names for City parks, to the adjourned regular meeting of the City Council which
will be held on February 16, 1971o
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF REVISED REQUEST FOR ADDITIOnAl.. APPROPRIATIONS:
The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971 which stated that the
City Council at its regular meeting of January 25, 1971, continued the consideration
of the report on a request for additional appropriations in order that the City
Fuanager and Staff could complete a report on the current financial status of
the City. The report indicated that as a result of that study, and in an attempt to
anticipate the total amount of additional appropriations which will be required to
complete the current fiscal year, a revised report requesting additional appropri-
ations has been prepared and is attached° Also attached to the report is a Budget
Summary for the 1970-71 Fiscal Year which reflects the completion of all budgeted
projects by the close of the Fiscal Year.
Discussion was held concerning the status of the General Fund, and in response to
an inquiry from Councilman Lacayo, the Finance Director stated that the City tries
to maintain,at the lowest point, a cash balance between $50,000 and $100,000o
Councilman Roberrs indicated that he had several questions relating to the
report, and would prefer tc have an opportunity to study the report. Councilm~ul
Roberrs further indicated that he would submit hie questions to the City Staff,
in order that a report could be forthcoming which would contain the answers.
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Kenode, the Finance Director outlined
the various accounts which would need appropriations at this meeting, and stated
that the accounts are all reimbursable as they are covered by AHFP and Gas Tax
Funds.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman
Lacayo to appropriate $51,200~00 from the Fund Balance of the General Fund
to the following accounts:
6903-10 $ 9,700~00
7001-10 30,000~00
7003-10 10,000o00
7126-90 1,500o00
Included in the motion, is that the City Council appropriate $16,300.00 from the
Fund Balance of the 2106 Gas Tax Fund to the following accounts:
6903-10 $11,300~00
7003-10 5,000,00
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
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to continue the consideration of this matter to the afternoon session of
the next regular meeting of the City Council.
CONSIDERATION 'OF MUNICIPAL STREET SWEEPING PROGRAM~ PROJECT NO. 7131'90'0000-
CONSIDERATION OFBIDSRECEIVED: The City Manager presented a report dated February
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1, 1971, from the Public Works Director, which indicated that proposals for
furnishing '~Municipal Street Sweeping" were received and opened in the office
of the City Clerk on February 4, 1971, The report further indicated that the
specifications required certain qualifications of the contractor including years
of experience, number of machines available, age of equipment and other quali-
fications, and that there was not sufficient time after the receipt of bids to
verify the information prior to making a report to the City Council at this
meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to continue the consideration of this matter to the next regular meeting
of the City Council~
In response to an inquiry from Councilman Roberrs, the City Manager indicated that
there were three bidders; however, only one of them provided the City with the
required information, and the Staff felt that in fairness to all of the bidders,
an opportunity ghoul d be given to them to complete the information which will then
be brought before the City Council°
Mr. Bob Baker, Baker Sweeper Service, addressed the City Council questioning the
qualifications which had been specified, to which the City Manager indicated that
the specifications were modeled after sample specifications from other cities.
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL TRACT MAP ~6657: The City Manager presented
a report dated January 29, 1971, from the Public Works Director, which indicated
that Tract #6657, located at the south side of Cerritos, east of Holder, is the
final unit in Tentative Tract Map #6657 which was originally approved by the
City Council on February 23, 1968, end subsequently extended by the City Council
to April 7, 1971o The report stated that the final map agrees substantially with
the Tentative Map and has been found to be technically correct by the Engineering
Division, and that street improvements plans have been approved, bonds posted,
and fees paid, including optional design fees. The report continued, the park
site, Lot 127, has been dedicated to the City on the final map, with Lots "B" and
"C", for recreational purposes ~
At the request of the City Manager, the Public Works Director pointed to the
subject map~
In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Robe~ts, the Public Works Director stated
that the City wished to have Lots "B" and "C" dedicated, so that should
a parcel of land adjacent to the park site develop, perhaps the two parcels could be
traded for additional area to add to the park site. Considerable discussion was
held regarding the two lots, and whether or not they would be an asset to the City.
It was suggested by Councilman Roberrs that a block wall fence be constructed
along the property lines of lots "B" and "C", by the developer.
In response to Councilman Lacayo's concern over the lot sizes, the City Manager advised
that the subdivision had been developed under the optional design provisions which
allows increased density in return for open space or other benefits in the area of
the subdivision.
In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Roberrs, the Public Works Director stated
that the subject tract has block wall fencing along the arterial streets.
Discussion ensued with regard to a fence along the property lines of Lots "B"
and "C", whereas Councilman Roberrs stated that this would allow the City
to maintain the property° Councilman Lacayo stated that he concurred with
Council~ Robert's suggestion.
At the request of Mayor Kanel, Mr~ Dick Kelp, Ronald Martin & Associates, Engineers
for the subject tract, addressed the Council stating that he felt the block wall
fencing along lots "B" and "C" would be a good idea, and commented that the Presley
Development Company had previously talked about fencing off the area.
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In answer to a question from Mayor Kanel, the Assistant City Attorney advised that
conditions cannot be added to a final tract map o
Mr. Chuck Bryant, Cypress Rscreation and Park District, cautioned the Council
against creating an area which cannot be seen by the Police Department.
In answer to a question from Councilman Lacayo, the Assistant City Attorney
advised that the City is accepting the dedication of two lots on the face
sheet of the tract map° He added, that should the Council not wish to accept
that area, the matter should be referred to the developer to change the face
sheet so that it is not stated as being accepted by the City. The Assistant
City Attorney further advised that based on the subdivision improvement requirements,
along with the tentative tract map conditions, the additional fencing under discussion,
could be obtained~ He added, chat in addition to these conditions, the fact that the
representative of the developer has indicated a willingness to construct the fencing,
the City Council could enforce this requirement without further action.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman
.Kanode to approve Final Tract Map #6657 and to accept the bonds and agreements
for public improvements in the amount of $192,575o00 which is not less than 50%
nor more than 100% of the total improvements, with the stipulation that the
developer will construct a fence along the property lines of lots "B" and
"C", in addition to the other required fencing, and to authorize the Mayor and
the City Clerk to sign the agreements and authorize the City Clerk to sign the
record map subject to approval of bonds and agreements by the City Attorney. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
A~SENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT FORMAINTENANCE & OPERATION OF JUANITA STREET PARK: The City Manager
presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which indicated that with the construct-
tion of Juanits Street Park to begin later this month, the City Attorney was
requested to prepare a Joint Pcwers Agreement between the City of Cypress and
the Cypress Recreation and Park District for the maintenance and operation of the
City owned % ac~e site. The report outlined the terms of the agreematt, a copy
of which has been submitted to the Cypress Recreation and Park District for review
by the Orange County Couasel's office.
It wee moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilmm% Kenode to approve
the Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Cypress and the Cypress Recreation
and Park District for maintenance and operation of the Juanits Street Park site
as outlined in the report and to 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: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION FOR THE CYPRESS SHOW STOPPERS
YOUTH B~D: The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971, which
indicated that the City Council at its regular meeting of January 25, 1971,
referred the verbal request of Mro Severance for an additional appropriation for
the purpose of purchasing band uniforms for the Cypress Show Stoppers Youth Band,
to the City Manager's office for further study and a recommendation. The report
advised that the City Manager met with Mr. Severance and reviewed the band uniform
bid proposals which had been obtained by the Cypress Show Stopper organization, and
from a review of the bids and a comparison of the type of uniform available, it
would appear that the most appropriate uniform could be provided by the A. Levy
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Uniform Co~, Inc. of Los Angeles at a price of $69~50 per uniform. Mr~ Severance
indicated that the orgmlization would require 50 of these uniforms, which would
require a total expenditure of $3,675 plus tax° The report stated that in previous
action, the City Council had authorized an expenditure of 81,500.00 for the purchase
of band uniforms.
It was moved by Co~mcilman Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberts to
authorize an additional expenditure of $2400 from account 470-18, to the
Cypress Show Stoppers Youth Band for the purchase of band uniforms as outlined
in the report, The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ASSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR TEE LEASE-PURCHASE OF AN NCR 36 ACCOUNTING MACHINE:
The City Manager presented a report dated February 4, 1971, from the Finance
Director, which indicated that the volume of work has increased considerably in
proportion to the City Budget, number of e~q~loyees, amount of materials and
supplies used, number of purchaseorders, checks, receipts, business licenses
issued, and the need by each department for information; and that the accounting
records of the City, with the exception of payroll preparation, are kept entirely
by hand posting. The report continued, that a review of fourteen weeks of time
sheets revealed that a total of 444 hours had been spent on operations which could
have been performed on the NOR 36 accounting machine in approximately 266 hours.
The report compared the cost differences between purchasing the machine, leasing
the machine and obtaining the machine under a lease-purchase; which is the
recotmnended method°
In response to an inquiry from Councilmen Harvey, the City Manager indicated that
an additional appropriation would not be required for this program, since funds
had been budgeted for the establishment of some form of financial information
system, which would reduce the total accounting work load in the Finance ~epartment.
The City Manager stated that the lease pugchase of this equipment would be an interim
measure until such time as a City-wide information system is developed.
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, after .consideration has been given to the request for additional
appropriations°
Councilman Roberrs stated that he would like to know the method which was used to
computers the time saved, end whether this time would be used for some other
useful function in the City° In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Roberrs,
the City Manager indicated that the City would be able to enter into a three
year lease-purchase agreement.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COI~4ERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANT NO. 25906 THROUcw
26009: It was moved by Councilmen Lacayo and seconded by Councilmm~ Roberrs to
approve the Comamrcial Warrant List for Warrants No. 25906 through 26009, in the
total amount of $224,375°22° The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ASSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kenode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF PRESIDENT'S REVENUE SHARING PLAN: Councilmm~ Harvey stated that
his purpose in requesting that this item be placed on the agenda was not necessarily
that the Council take a position in favor of or in opposition to revenue sharing;
however, there has been a considerable amount of notariety relative to the possible
procrastination by Congress in dealing with this matter. Councilman Harvey indicated
that he felt the appropriate government officials should be urged to take this item
under consideration at the earliest possible time, so the City will know what its
position is relative to revenue sharing.
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It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Kanode to adopt the
following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO ~ 1147
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
REGARDING FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING°
Included in the motion is that copies of this Resolution be directed to the
following: President of the United States, Governor of the State of California,
Congressm~m Hanna, UoSo Senators Tunney and Cranston, this districts State
Senators and Assemblymen, and the League of California Cities. The motion
was ananimouely carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Harvey, Kanode, Lacayo, Roberrs and Kanel
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF COMMENDATION FOR FIGURE SKATING CFAiMPION TERRY KUBICKA:
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Lac'~yo to adopt
the following Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1148
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
COI~4ENDING MR. TERRY KUNICKA FOR HIS ACHIEVEMENTS AT THE
UNITED STATES FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS.
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
Included in the motion was a suggestion by Councilman Harvey directing the Staff
to update the format of the City's Resolutions of Commendation°
RECESS:
Mayor Kanel declared a recess at 11:50 p.m. The meeting was called back to order
at 11:57 pom., with all Councilmen present°
CONSIDERATION OF NEW CYPRESS POST OFFICE SITE: The City Manager presented the
City Council with a verbal report concerning the status of the annexation of the
proposed Post Office site on Lincoln Avenue. The City Manager stated that the
annexation has been filed with LAFCO as directed by the Council, and that a
communication has been received objecting to the annexation from the successful
contractor, who is scheduled to construct the facility. He further indicated
that the contractor may request the building permits through the County, and that
perhaps the Council might wish to consider changing a portion of the Zoning Ordinance
which requires public buildings to be constructed subject to a Conditional Use
Permit, which is the apparent obJ oction raised by the developer.
In answer to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, the City Manager indicated that that
he did not feel the protest by the contractor to the Local Agency Formation
Commission would cause a delay in the annexation; but rather, that he will proceed
as rapidly as possible to obtain his building permit from the County, before the
area is annexed to the City, to avoid the Conditional Use Permit requirement.
The Public Works Director stated that he had received a reply to a letter which
he had sent to the Orange County Flood Control District which indicated that the
Building Department, in their opinion, could impose a condition on the issuance of
the building permit which would require the contractor to pay a portion of the
storm drain, either as a drainage fee or a pro-rated share of the cost.
Councilman Roberts than stated that he would be opposed to changing the fundamental
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concept in the City's Zoning Ordinance to allow the contractor to find an expeditious
way of escaping the fees and conditions which are requirements of the City.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilmm~
Lacayo and unanimously carried to receive and file the report o
CONSIDERATION OF INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
INSTITUTE ON 'LABOR 'RELATIONS: The City Manager stated that the League of
California Cities has announced the conduct of the 5tb Institute of Employee-
Employer relations, which will be held on March 17, 1971 in San Franciso. He
stated that he had heard that this particular Institute is very worthwhile, and
that the City Council may wish to discuss the selection of delegates to attend.
In response to an inquiry from Councilmen Lacayo, the City Manager indicated that
advance registration is requested by March 3, 1971.
In order to have an opportunity to review the matter further, it was moved by
Councilm~n Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Kanode and unanimously carried to continue
the consideration of this matter to the next regular meeting of the City Council.
CONSIDERATION OF THE PARK BOND ISSUE: The City Manager stated that during the
past several weeks, he has received a number of inquiries as to whether or not
the City Council wil~ attempt a Park Bond election for the acquisition and development
of park sites in the cormnunity~ In previous discussion, he stated, the City Council
anticipated a Supreme Court ruling on the 2/3 majority vote for bond issues prior
to undertaking another park bond election campaign; however, the Supreme Court has
not ruled on this matter as of this time, so perhaps the Coancil would wish to
consider a committee to pursue this matter~
Councilman Kanode indicated that even though parks were vitally needed in the
con~nunity, he did consider this matter to be premature at this time. In answer
to an inquiry from Mayor Kanel, Councilman Kanode stated that he felt that the
matter should be left to the Recreation and Park Conmission to make a recommendation.
It was moved by Councilman Kanode, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to table this matter.~
It was moved by Coancilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Lacayo and unanimously
carried to place on the agenda at this time, a matter relative to the Orange
County Water District presentation,
Councilms~ Roberrs stated that as indicated in the Progress Report, the Council
may wish to consider a request from the Orange County Water District, suggesting
that a representative from that District appear before the City Council to review
the activities, work. programs and objectives of the District o
Following a brief discussion, it was moved by Councilmmn Roberrs, seconded by
Councilman Lacayo and unanimously carried to direct the City Manager to extend
an invitation for a representative from the Orange County Water District to deliver
his presentation during an afternoon session of the City Council between the
hour of 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p~mo
ORAL COI~UNICATIONS:
Mr. Robert Hirsch, 15233 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, California, addressed the
City Co~mcil stating that he was an apartment developer, and has recently
entered into an agreement to purchase property located on the west of Holder Street,
SOuth of Lincoln Avenue. Mr. Hirsch indicated that he had Just found that the
City of Cypress requires a Conditional Use Permit for multiple-familydevelopments, and
requested the Council to give him some direction regarding the type of development
which would meet with the City's approval.
The Assistant City Attorney then stated that a matter of a Conditional Use Permit
is subject to a Public Rearing before both the Planning Commission and the City
Council and that it would be improper to accept any testimony at this time.
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Following considerable discussion concerning the most appropriate method in
which to handle this matter, it was the consensus of the Cotmcil that Mr. Hirsch
should arrange a meeting with the City Manager and Staff in order to have certain
information which can be made available by the City, and which would be helpful
to him in planning his developn~nt.
Cotmcilman Lacayo stated that he would like to have a written report on the
City's policy relative to offering advice to developers who are interested in
constructing in the City.
ADJOFRNMENT:
It waa moved by Cotmcilman Lacayo, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and tmanimously
carried to adjourn at 12:40 a~mo to 7:00 pom. on February 16, 1971.
~FRESS
ATTEST:
CI~f~'CLEI~'0F'THE ~ITY OF CYPRESS
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