Minutes 73-03-12MINUTES OF A RECULAR MEETING
OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
March 12, 1973
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 4:05 p.m.
on Monday, March 12, 1973, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange
Avenue, Cypress, California.
PRESENT: Councilmen Frankiewich, Harvey and Lacayo
ABSENT: Councilmen Hanel and Robarts
Also present were CityManager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney James
E. Brickson and the following members of the City Staff: Bryant, Charkow, Dunlap,
Hawley, Nudson and Savord.
MINUTES:
It was the consensus of the City Council to continue consideration of the minutes
until a full Council is present.
STAFF REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS:
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich and
unanimously carried to place an item on the agenda regarding Councilman Harvey's
League appointment to the State League Committee on Transportation.
Following a request from Councilman Harvey, it was moved by Mayor Lacayo,
seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich and unanimously carried with an abstaining
vote by Councilman Harvey, to authorize payment of all necessary expenses incurred
during Councilman Harvey's attendance of the State League's Committee on Trans-
portation meeting to be held on April 6, 1973 in Sacramento.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich and
unanimously carried to place on the agenda an item regarding an "Institute
on Labor Relations for City Officials" sponsored by the League of California
Cities.
It was moved by Councilwomen Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman Harvey and
unanimously carried to authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and any interested
Councilman, to attend the Institute on Labor Relations for City Officials to
be held in San Francisco, March 28 - 30, 1973.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman Harvey and
unanimously carried to place an item on the agenda as Item 29a. regarding the
Southern California Regional Aviation Systems Study to be presented by the
City of Cypress before the Southern California Association of Governments on
March 21, 1973.
The City Manager stated that a claim had been received on Friday, March 9, 1973,
from Mrs. Daphne L. Robinerrs, mother of the victim in the Sgt. Thomas Baroldi
incident~ It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich
and unanimously carried to add this item to the Consent Calendar as Item 9a. with
the Staff recommendation to officially deny the claim and refer the matter to
the City's insurance carrier.
The City Manager advised that Supervisor Baker requested that the City Council
consider a commitment of funds for the purchase of the surplus school property
adjacent to the Oak Knoll Park to match the funds which might be provided by
Orange County for this purchase. It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by
Mayor Lacayo and unanimously carried to place this item on the agenda as Item 35 a.
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March 12, 1973
was the consensus of the City Council to consider Items 2 through 9a., 23,
25, 26, 28 and 30 at this time.
CONSENT CALENDAR: The Mayor announced that all matters listed on the aganda
under "Consent Calendar" were to be considered by the City Council as routine,
and enacted by one motion approving the recommendation on the Administrative
Report concerning the item.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewicb, seconded by Councilman Harvey and
unanimously carried to approve Items 2 through 9a. on the Consent Calendar.
Item Noo 2: Consideration of Receipt of Application for a Transfer of an
Off-Sale General License - Cypress Beverage Store, 5531 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress°
Recommendation: Receive and file.
item Noo 3: Consideration of Receipt of Application for an Off-Sale General
Alcoholic Beverage Control License at Zinda's Liquor Store, 11501 Knott Avenue6
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 4: Consideration of a Communication from Mr. Gary Moomau Regarding
the Use of Eucalyptus Park.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed, and that the City
Council authorize the City Manager to advise Mr~ Moomau of the pending animal
control study which will investigate this matter along with other animal control
regulations°
Item Noo 5: Consideration of Use of the Civic Center Facility by the Cypress
Twirlors Square Dance Club.
Reconmendation: That the City Council grant the request of the Cypress Twirlors
Square Dance Club to use the Civic Center Plaza from May through October, 1973o
Item Noo 6: Consideration of Proclamations for "Public Schools Week" and
"Special Education Week."
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim April 2-6, 1973, as
"Special Education Week" and April 9-13, 1973, as "Public Schools Week" in
the City of Cypress°
Item No. 7: Consideration of a Proclamation for "National Plumbing Industry Week."
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council proclaim the week of April 15 -
22, 1973, as "National Plumbing Industry Week" in the City of Cypress°
Item Noo 8: Consideration of a Resolution from the City of Los Alamitos Opposing
the Method of Distribution of Sales Tax.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item Noo 9: Consideration of a Resolution from the City Council of the City of
La Habra Requesting Financial Support by the Orange County Board of Supervisors
for the Administration of Certain Programs.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to direct a
ccmmunication to the Orange County Board of Supervisors requesting their con-
sideration in providing funding for the continuation of the Head Start and
Neighborhood Youth Programs.
Item Noo 9a: Claim against City from Mrs~ Daphne Lo Robinette~
Recommendation: Officially deny claim and refer to City's insurance carrier~
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CONSIDERATION OF PROJECT #7303-10 -- APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
AUTHORIZATIONTO ADVERTISE FOR'BIDSFOR'CONSTRUCTIONOFCURB~GUTTER AND SIDEWALK
ANDFOR REPAIR OF CURBiGUTTERANDCROSSGUTTER AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS: Following
review of a Staff report dated March 5, 1973, outlining this project, it was
moved by Councilwoman Frankiewicb, seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously
carried to approve plans and specifications for Project #7303-10 and authorize
the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be opened in the Office of the City Clerk
at 10:00 a.mo on April 12, 1973o
CONSIDERATION OF INITIATING DETACHMENT PROCEEDINGS FROM THE CYPRESS COUNTY
WATER DISTRICT: Following review of a Staff report dated March 7, 1973, it
was movad by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
a Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO~ 1337
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
MAKING APPLICATION TO THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMIS-
SION OF ORANGE COUNTY FOR THE INITIATION OF PROCEEDINGS
FOR THE DETACI~{ENT OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY
FROM THE CYPRESS COUNTY WATER DISTRICT~
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
3 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
2 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey and Lacayo
None
Eanel and Roberrs
CONSIDERATION OF FLY ABATEMENT BOARD REPORT - MARqUEZ DAIRY: The City Manager
presented a Staff report dated March 12, 1973, stating that the owner of the
Marquez Dairy is carrying out the recommendations of the Orange County Health
Department to alleviate the fly breeding areas on the dairy°
It was moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded by Councilwoman and unanimously
carried to receive and file this mattero
CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF GASOLINE AND LUBRICANTS ON STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CONTRACT: The City Manager presented a St~ff report dated March 6, 1973,
stating that in order to continue to buy gasoline and lubricants at State
of California prices, the City of Cypress must contract directly with the
State of California° It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by
Councilwoman Frankiewich to adopt a Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NOo 1338
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA TO PURCHASE GASOLINE AND LUBRICANTS THROUGH
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CREDIT CARD CONTRACT~
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 2 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey and Lacayo
None
Kanel and Roberrs
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD FOR ORAL INTERPRETATION FESTIVAL: It was the consensus
of the Council to wait until a full Council is present to consider this request
for funds°
COUNCILMAN ROBERTS ARRIVED AT 4:30 P.M.
It was the consensus of the City Council to consider Items 29 and 35 at this
time°
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CONSIDERATION OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NOo 31404 THROUGH 31510:
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
approve the Commercial Warrant List for Warrants Noo 31404 through 31510 in the
total amount of $179,408ollo The motion was unanimously carried by the folio%ring
roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich, Harvey, Roberrs and Lacaye
0 COUNCILMEN: None
1 COUNCILMEN: Kanel
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS NO. 2122
THROUGH 2147 (PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT): It was moved by Councilwoman
Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve the Recreation and
Park District Commercial Warrant List for Warrants No o 2122 through 2147 in
the total amount of $127,792o42o The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 1 COUNCII/4EN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
Fanel
INTERVIEW WITH REPRESENTATIVES FROM ARTHUR YOUNG & COMPANY: Two representatives
from Arthur Young & Company were present for an interview with the City Council
regarding the scope of the proposed audit.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and
unanimously carried to declare an Executive Session at 4:35 p.m. with the
representatives of Arthur Young & Co. to discuss personnel matters. The meeting
was called back to order at S:00 pom. with the following Councilmen present:
PRESENT-~ Councilmen Frankiewich, Harvey, Roberrs and Lacayo
ABSENT: Councilman Fanel
RECESS:
At 6:00 pomo the Mayor declared a recess to 7:30 p~mo
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of the Cypress City Council was called back to order at 7:40 p.m~,
in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California,
Mayor Lacayo presiding~
PRESENT: Councilmen Frankiewich, Harvey, Hanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
ABSENT~ None
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney James
Eo Erickson and the following members of the City Staff~ Bryant, Charkow, Dunlap,
Hawley, Nudson, Savord and Schatzedero
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The City Attorney led the City Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance°
The Mayer reviewed the City Council actions taken at the afternoon session°
MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and
unanimously carried to approve the minutes of February 13, 1973 as corrected,
and to approve the minutes of February 26, 1973 as presented°
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PRESENTATIONS:
The Mayor presented five-year earvice pins to City employees Marcia McClain,
Raymond Coakley am1C. Bruce Eaglin.
Following requests from Councilmen Robarts and Harvey, the Planning Director
stated that he would be presenting to the City Council before the end of April,
the first phase of a study on the entire Lincoln Avenue area.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. Harry Allen, 5843 Lakia Drive, Cypress, addressed the City Council
regarding removing part of a slumpstone wall to build a swimming pool in his
back yard.
The Mayor requested the City Manager to contact Mr. Allen in an attempt to solve
the problem.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED SIGN ORDINANCE: The
Mayor announced this was the time and place for the Public Hearing to consider
the proposed Sign Ordinance.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requestel the Staff to present
its report.
The City Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973 which indicated the
affidavits of posting an~ publication of the notice of the continuation of the
Public Hearing are on file in the office of the City Clerk, and that no further
written communications on this matter have been received to this date.
The Planning Director presented a report dated March 6, 1973, which indicated
that at its meeting of March 1, 1973, the Planning Commission recommended
approval of the proposed amendments and adoption of the entire ordinance by the
City Council.
There being no one to speak in favor of or in opposition to the proposed Sign
Ordinance, it was moved by Councilman Fanel, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich
and unanimously carrie~ to close the Public Hearing.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman RobertS
and unanimously carried to read the following Ordinance by title only, title
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY tOUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.. 497, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY
ADDING SECTION .15, ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF SIGNS WITHIN THE CITY
OF CYPRESS.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich to
approve the first reading of the Ordinance. The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Robarts and Lacayo
0 COUNCILMEN: None
0 COUNCILMEN: 'None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPEAL OF VARIANCE #73-1: The Mayor announced this was the
time and place for the Public Nearing to consider the appeal of Variance #73-1
to construct, use and maintain an addition to an existing single family dwelling,
portions of which would encroach to within 7 feet of the rear lot line at
6573 Teakwood Street, Cypress.
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The Mayor declared the Public Hearing span and requested the Staff to present
its report.
The City Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973, which indicated the
affidavits of mailing, posting and publication of the Public Hearing Notices are
onfile in the office of the City Clerk, and ne written communications on this
matter have been received to this date.
The Planning Director presented a report dated March 6, 1973, stating that the
Planning Commission had denied Variance #73-1. The Planning Director pointed
out the subJ oct property on a map on display in the Council Chambers and
outllhedz!th~rea~onSefe~ ~anta~foVa~ianae'#73-1~
The Mayer called for public testimony.
Mr. Bob L. Cowan, 6573 Taskweed, Cypress, the applicant, addressed the
City Council regarding the Variance.
The Planning Director stated that a letter dated January 25, 1973, had
been received by the Planning Commission from a Mr. Edward C. Weingartner,
6385 Teakwood, Cypress, listing three reasons for opposing the Variance.
Hearing no further comments, the Mayor declared the Public Hearing closed.
Following a discussion on setback requirements on non-conforming lots, it
was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Mayor Lacayo to approve the
appoal of Variance #73-1 and that the location, design end tonoral construction
of the proposed addition shall be in compliance with the plot plans and elevations
su~mitted with the request as reviewed by the Planning Commission and approved
by the City Council; said approval of this request shall not excuse compliance
with all applicable ordinances in effect at the time this variance is exercised.
The motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4 COUNCILMEN:
1 COUNCIIAMAN:
O COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
Harvey
None
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Roberrs that the
Staff be instructed to study the Zoning Ordinance and make recommendations as to
a possible reduction of setback requirements on non-conforming lots so that it
may be uniformly applied throughout the City. The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Robarts and Lacayo
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: WEB ABATEMENT PROGRAM FOR 1973: The Mayor announced this
was the time and place for the Public Hearing to consider a Resolution of the
City Council declaring that weeds growing upon or in front of, and rubbish, refuse
and dirt uponor in front of certain property in the City constitute a public
nuisance, and ordering the abatement thereof.
The Mayor declared the Public Hearing open and requested the Staff to present
its report.
The City Manager presented a Staff report dated March 6, 1973, which indicated
the required affidavits of posting and publication of the Public Hearing notices
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and that no written protests have
been received to this date.
The Director of Public Works stated that a letter dated March 6, 1973, had been
received from Paul J. Erskine regarding Parcels 244-451-19 and 244-451-21.
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The Mayer called for public taat~menyo
Mrs. Alex T. Wilson and Mr. Tony Rietkerk addressed the City Council and
requested an extension of time to perform the w~rkthemselves. The Public Works
Director advised that they had until April 1, 1973, at which time the weed abate-
ment contractor w~uld begin werko
There being no further testimony, the Mayor declared the Public Hearing closed.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Robarts to adopt a
Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1339
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
DECLARING THAT WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT OF, AND
RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT UPON OR IN FRONT OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY IN THE CITY CONSTITUTE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, AND
ORDERING THE ABAT2MENT THEREOF°
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: ABANDONMENT 73~1, VACATION OF THE FIRST ALLEY BAST OF
WALKER STREET EXTENDING FROM THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF LINCOLN TOBISHOP ~TREET:
The Mayor announced this was the time and place for the Public Hearing to
consider vacation of the first alley east of Walker Street extending from the
first alley south of Lincoln Avenue to Bishop Street° The Mayor declared the
Public Hearing open.
Due to the fact that Supervisor David L. Baker was present in the audience
regarding Item 35a, it was the consensus of the City Council to continue the
Public Hearing until after Item 35a has been heard.
ORANGE COUNTY REVENUE SHARING FUNDS FOR OAK KNOLL PARK: The City Manager reported
that the Orange County Beard of Supervisors has under consideration an appropriation
of $250,000.00 from the federal revenue sharing funds for sharing the costs with
the City of Cypress for the purchase of the 15 acre school site declared surplus
by the CYPress Elementary School District Board of Trustees adjacent to the Oak
Knoll Park. Supervisor David L. Baker addressed the City Council suggesting that
the City Council consider a commitment of the matching funds by the City prior
to the Board meeting scheduled for March 13th, at which time the Board would be
considering an allocation of $250,000.00 for the purchase of the Oak Knoll Park
site.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Kanel to instruct
the City Manager to advise the Orange County Board of Supervisors that the City
Council will proceed with the purchase of the Cypress Elementary School District
property adjacent to the Oak Knoll Park, regardless of the outcome of the pending
Park Bond proposal. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING RE: ABANDONMENT 73o1~ VACATION OF THE FIRST ALLEY BAST OF
WALKER STREET EXTENDING FROM THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF LINCOLN TO BISHOP FEREET:
The Mayor reopened the Public Hearing which had been continued from earlier in
the meeting and requested the staff to present its report.
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T~y Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973, which indicated that
the affidavits of posting and publication of the Public Hearing notices are on
file in the Office of the City Clerk; and no written communications have been
received to this date.
The Public Works Director presented a report dated March 6, 1973, stating that
the property owners in the area have requested vacation of the alley and that
the City has been requested to reserve an easement for public utilities° Sub-
mitted with the report was a Resolution to accomplish the vacation and reserve
the requested easement.
The Mayor called for public testimony. Hearing none, the Mayor declared the
Public Hearing closed.
It was moved by Councilman Robarts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
a resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1340
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
VACATING THE FIRST ALLEY EAST OF WALKER STREET EXTENDING
FROM THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF LINCOLN AVENUE TO BISHOP
STREET.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES; 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberts and Lacayo
None
None
Because people were present in the audience regarding Item 31, it was the
consensus of the City Council to consider Item 31 at this time.
CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS PONY/COLT LEAGUE FACILITY IMPROVEMENT REQUEST; The
City Manager reviewed a Staff report dated March l, 1973, outlining a request
from the Cypress Pony/ColtLeague for six improvements to he made to the ball
diamond at Oak Knoll Park and estimating the cost of the improvements.
Mr. Edward Kertis, 11610 Midway Drive, Cypress, president of the Cypress
Pony/Colt League, addressed the City Council regarding this matter.
The Mayor requested that the Staff supply the Council with drawings of the area
for ~faich the improvements were requested.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to continue this item to the City Council meeting of March 26, 1973, at
which time the Staff will supply the Council with drawings of the area for which
the improvements were requested; written estimates on the fencing costs; and a
priority list to determine which are the most important regarding safety factors.
RECESS:
The Mayor declared a recess at 9:43 p.mo The meeting was called back to order
at 9:54 p°mo with all Councilmen present.
It was the consensus of the City Council to consider Item 21 at this time.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF MEDIAN ISLAND PROPOSAL~ VALLEY VIEW STREET,
VICINITY OF EARRY DRIVE: The City Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973
outlining the Staff's recommendations for median islands on Valley View Street°
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Using a drawing of the area which was on display in the Council Chambers,
Councilman Harvey explained the results of a poll he had conducted among the
residents of the area to determine their preferences regarding the median island~
Following a discussion on traffic flow and safety factors, it was moved by
Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to approve the recommend-
ation of the Traffic Committee for implementation of Alternate "B" as outlined
in a Staff report dated February 21, 1973. The motion was unanimously carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacaye
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLIS~4ENT OF POSITION OF ASSOCIATE
PLANNER: The City Manager presents1 a report dated March 7, 1973, which stated
that as a result of the salary survey which was conducted, the Staff now recom-
mended a position classification of Associate Planner rather than Assistant Planner
as was originally proposed.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich
to adopt a Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1341
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 975 BY DELETING
CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITION OF ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR AND ADDING A CLASS SPECIFICATION
FOR THE POSITION OF ASSOCIATE PLANNER TO THE
POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE
SERVICE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED PARK BOND/TAX OVERRIDE ELECTION:
The City Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973, submitting the required
documents for the tax rate increase election and the bond election and outlining
the procedure to follow. It was the consensus of the Council to have a bond
election.
It was moved by Councilman Robarts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
a Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 20
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION
AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF TNE CITY OF
CYPRESS, DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY
D~AND THE ACQUISITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS FOR DISTRICT PURPOSES AND
MAKING FINDINGS RELATING THERETO.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
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It was moved by Councilman Robarts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
a Resolution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION N0~ 21
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION
AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, ORDERING, CALLING, PROVIDING FOR, AND GIVING
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID DISTRICT
ON JUNE 5, 1973, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE
QUALIFIED VOTERS OF SAID DISTRICT A PROPOSITION OF INCURRING
BONDED INDEBTEDNESS AND ISSUING BONDS OF SAID DISTRICT°
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: S COUNCIIMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
It was moved by CouncilmanRoberts and seconded by Councilman Harvey to adopt
a Resclution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NOn 22
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
EX OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION
AND PARK DISTRICT, A SUBSIDIARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OF ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A
WRITTEN ARGUMENT FOR A DISTRICT MEASURE.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
CONTXNUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY TRAFFIC COMMITTEE AND FLY ABATEMENT
BOARD VACANCIES: The City Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973,
indicating that there ware two vacancies on the Advisory Traffic Committee,
and one vacancy on the Fly Abatement Board. It was the consensus of the Council
to continue this item to the next regular meeting which is scheduled for March 26, 1973o
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CONSOLIDATION OF CITY SERVICES: The City
Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973, stating that this matter
had been continued for further discussion. Councilman Harvey indicated that
he still felt it would be worthwhile to request the Blue-Ribbon Committee
headed by Lt. Gov. Reinecke to perform a study of this specific area to see
if the cost of city government could be reduced by consolidating city services.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Kanel to direct
the City Manager to communicate with adjacent cities asking their support to
request the Blue-Ribbon Committee to perform a study on consolidation of city
services in the northwest portion of Orange County in order to reduce the cost
of city government.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A NOTICE FROM THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
TEAT THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COn HAS MADE APPLICATION FOR A RATE INCREASE:
The City Manager presented a report dated March 5, 1973, providing information
which had been requested by the Council on past rate increases by the Gas Company.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Mayor Lacayo and unanimously
carried to receive and file the report°
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CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATIONOF SICK LEAVE POLICY: It was the consensus of the
City Council to consider this matter as the last item on the agendao
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATIONOF A TRUTH IN HOUSING ORDINANCE: Following
discussion en the need for a Truth In Housing Ordinance and the fact that the
proposed ordinance needed further study by the City Council and City Attorney,
it was moved by Councilman Eanel and seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich to
continue this item to the adjourned regular meeting of March 19, 1973o The
motion carried with a dissenting vote cast by Councilman Robertso
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON PAR POLICING GRANT: The City
Manager presented a report dated March 7, 1973, on the PAR Policing Grant.
Based on a request by Councilwoman Frankiewich to obtain additional information
regarding the PAR Policing grant, it was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich,
seconded by Councilman Harvey and unanimously carried to continue this item
te the adjourned regular meeting of the City Council which will be bald on March
19, 1973o
CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO o C-262: The Planning Director
presented a report dated March 7, 1973, outlining a chronology ef events
relative te Conditional Use Permit C-262 andanevaluation of the proposed
development as it relates to the new Zoning Ordinance and the zone classifi-
cation applied to the subject property.
Mro Alek Bell, Statewide Developers, 9461 Grindlay Street, Cypress,
addressed the Council and presented documentation explaining the reasons for
delay in the start of construction on the subject property°
Discussion ensued during which Councilman Roberts requested an E~ecutive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
The Mayor declared an Executive Session at 11:40 pom~ The meeting was called back
to order at 11~45 pomo with all Councilmen present.
Following further discussion on Conditional Use Permit Noo C-262, it was
moved by Mayor Lacayo and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to receive and file
this report. The motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 2 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewicb, Roberrs and Lacaye
Harvey and Hanel
None
CITY OF CYPRESS AVIATION SYST~S STUDY TO BE PRESENTE~ TO SCAG: The City
Manager presented copies of a Southern California Regional Aviation Systems
Study prepared by the staff which is to be presented to the Southern California
Association of Governments Citizen'$ Hearing Board on March 21, 1973, at
Los Alemites High School° It was the consensus ef the City Council to receive
and file the report and to authorize its presentation at the March 21, 1973
meeting at Los Alamitos High Scheolo
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD FOR ORAL INTERPRETATION FESTIVAL: The City Manager
presented a report dated February 28, 1973 regarding the purchase of a ceramic
tile type of plaque which could he used for the various events sponsored by
the Arts & Cultural Comaissieno It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded
by Councilman Robarts to allocate from City funds, $100 for the Arts & Cultural
Commission award plaques as outlined in the repert dated February 28, 1973.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call veto:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEN:
COUNCILMEN:
COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
It was the consensus of the Council to request the Staff te study the matter
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of the Arts & Cultural Commission and establish guidelines for allocating funds
tothe Commission and to determine whaC its function is regarding plaques and
awards.
CONSIDERATION OF ARTS & CULTURAL COMMISSION COMMUNITY SURVEY: The City Manager
presentodd Staff report dated February 28, 1973, outlinin~ the various methods
to be utilized by the ArCs & Cultural Commission to survey the community's
cultural needs, and requesting funds for the printing of this survey. It was
moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilman Roberrs to approve the
Arts & Cultural Commission community survey pursuant to the attached survey
sample, and Co appropriate $100 ef City funds for the printing of the survey.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote|
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ARTS & CULTURAL COMMISSION SPONSORSHIP OF SUMMER BAND CONCERTS:
The City Manager presented a Staff report dated February 28, 1973, containing a
request by the Arts & Cultural Commission for City Council approval to sponsor a
series of summer band concerts to be held at the Cypress Civic Center, and
requesting an appropriation of City funds for publicity and personnel expenses.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Harvey to approve
the Arts & Cultural Commission's sponsorship of four summer concerts and appro-
priate $400 of City funds for publicity and personnel expenses. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ORAL INTERPRETATION FESTIVAL: The City Manager presented a
Staff report dated February 28, 1973, containing a request from the Arts &
Cultural Commission for City Council approval to sponsor an Oral Interpretation
Festival for Junior high school students as outlined in the attachment to the
report. It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilman Harvey to
approve the Arts & Cultural Commission sponsorship of an Oral Interpretation
Festival for Junior high school students during the month of May. The motion
was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AMENDING SECTION 5-3 OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE REGARDING FIRE ZONES: It
was moved by Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich and
unanimously carried to read an Ordinance by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 506
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CYPRESS AMENDING SECTION 5-3 OF THE CYPRESS
CITY CODE REGARDING FIRE ZONES.
It was moved by Councilman Roberrs and seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich
to adopt Ordinance No. 506. The motion was unanimously carried by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN:
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Fanel, Roberrs and Lacayo
None
None
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March 12, 1973
~ECUTIVE SESSION:
The Mayer daclarad an Executive Session at 12:45 a.m. to discuss utters of
litigation and personnel. The meeting was called back to order a~ 12:52 a.m.
with all Councilmen present.
It was the consensus of the Ci=y Council Co continue Items 19 and 27 to the
adjourned regular meeting of March 19, 1973,
Councilman Kanel stated that he might leave the United States during the period
March 14th through March 18, 1973. Itwas moved by Councilman Harvey, seconded
by Councilwoman Frankiewich and unanimously carried to authorize Councilman Eanel
to traveloutside the Jurisdiction of the United States during the period of
March 14th through March 18, 1973.
ADJOURNMENT:
I= was mevet by Councilman Kanel, seconded by Councilman Roberrs and unanimously
carried to adjourn the meeting at 12:54 a.m., in memory of Bill Martin, former
Mayor of Laguna Beach, to Marchl9, 1973 at 7:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
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CITY tL~RK'~ THE'CItY OF CYPRESS
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