Minutes 74-10-15MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
October 15, 1974
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to
order at 4:05 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 1974 in the Cypress
City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California,
Mayor Otto Lacayo presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Frankiewich, Harvey and Lacayo
Councilmen Kanel and Sonju
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex, City
Attorney John Murphy and the following members of the City Staff:
Barrett, Charkow, Duke, Dunlap, Grant, Hawley and Schatzeder.
At the City Manager's request and with the consent of the Council,
the Mayor placed Item No. 27 on the agenda regarding the City's
membership in the U. S. Conference of Mayors.
With the Council's coysent, the Mayor placed Item No. 28 on the
agenda regarding an ordinance relating to campaign expenditure
limitations.
At the City Manager's request, the Mayor placed Item No. 29 on
the agenda regarding LAFCO action on the Stanton annexation.
The City Manager reported that the joint meeting between the
City Council and Planning Commission was rescheduled from this
date to the November 12 Council meeting and he reported that the
joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce would be held October 28.
The City Manager briefly reviewed items which were listed on the
Progress Report submitted to the Council.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Lacayo added Item No. 30 to the
agenda regarding an appointment to the Cypress Fly Abatement
Board.
At Councilwoman Frankiewich's request, the Mayor added Item No.
31 to the agenda regarding Cypress Family Day.
COUNCILMAN KANEL ARRIVED AT 4:20 P.M.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Lacayo 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 listed on the agenda. He inquired if any Council
member wished to remove an item from the Consent Calendar.
Councilman Harvey inquired about Item No. 1, regarding the special
permit for the Hide Away, and whether there were any complaints
filed regarding the operation or if the owner had requested an
extension of the permit hours.
In regard to Item No. 3, concerning a resolution of the Orange
County Board of Supervisors expressing an opinion on the EPA
parking regulations, Councilman Harvey recommended that the
Council support the resolution.
At Councilman Kanel's request, Item No. 2, regarding a resolution
of the City of Newport Beach opposing off-coast oil well drilling,
was removed from the Consent Calendar.
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It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilman
Kanel and unanimously carried to approve Item Nos. i through 6
on the Consent Calendar with the deletion of Item No. 2 and with
the changed recommendation on Item No. 3.
Item No. l: Consideration of Status Report on the Live Enter-
tainment Permit Issued to the Hide-Away.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item No. 3: Consideration of a Resolution of the Orange County
Board of Supervisors Expressing an Opinion on the Impact of the
EPA Regulations.
Recommendation: That the City Council support the Resolution of
the Orange County Board of Supervisors regarding EPA regulations.
Item No. 4: Consideration of a Communication from the Garden
Grove Sanitary District Protesting the Proposed Adoption of a
Fee Schedule for Use of the County Dumps and Transfer Stations.
Recommendation: That the City Council oppose the refuse disposal
user fees and request that the City Manager notify the Orange
County Board of Supervisors of this position.
Item No. 5: Consideration of Request for Exemption from a
Special Permit for the Camp Fire Girls, Orange County Council.
Recommendation: That the City Council grant the request of the
Orange County Council of the Camp Fire Girls to conduct a candy
sale in the City of Cypress from January 16, 1975 through February
3, 1975 and that they be granted an exemption from a special
permit pursuant to Section 15-57 A (1)(b) of the City Code
as outlined above.
Item No. 6: Consideration of Establishing "No Parking" Areas
on the East Side of Denni Street at Larwin Avenue.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Res-
olution by title only, title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1535
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING" AREAS.
COUNCILWOMAN SONJU ARRIVED AT 4:25 P.M.
In regard to Item No. 2, it was moved by Councilman Kanel, sec-
onded by Councilwoman Frankiewich and unanimously carried to
support the resolution of the City of Newport Beach opposing
off-coast oil well drilling with the elimination of the following
wording from the resolution: "Now, therefore, be it resolved
that the City Council of the City of Newport Beach strongly
opposes the announced plans of the United States Department of
Interior to offer leases along the Continental Shelf of Southern
California for oil and gas exploration and development."
PRESENTATION BY ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGARDING SANTA ANA
WATERSHED BASIN PLAN: Mr. Dartell Bailey of the Orange County
Water District, 10500 Ellis Avenue, Fountain Valley, summarized
the goals and elements of the Comprehensive Water Quality Manage-
ment Plan for the Santa Ana River Basin which was developed to
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control water problems in the regions of the Santa Ana River
watershed. Mr. Bailey reported that the Water District was
attempting to obtain support for the Plan in concept from
Orange County cities and that the Plan was scheduled for a
public hearing October 25 in the Santa Ana City Hall.
Following the presentation, it was moved by
and seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich to
Resolution by title only, title as follows:
Councilwoman Sonju
adopt the following
RESOLUTION NO. 1536
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
ADOPTING IN CONCEPT THE WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLAN REPORT
FOR TIrE SANTA ANA RIVER BASIN.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
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It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich,
Sonju and unanimously carried to approve
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seconded by Councilwoman
the September 23, 1974
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF ZOO FEASIBILITY REPORT: The
City Manager presented a report dated October 10, 1974 from the
Administrative Coordinating Team regarding the zoo report.
Councilwoman Sonju suggested that a temporary petting zoo might
be established as part of the Bicentennial celebration.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilman
Kanel to adopt the Zoo Feasibility Report in concept and adopt
the portion of the Plan relating to development of a bird aviary
at Oak Knoll Park and recommend that the staff work with the
City Bicentennial Committee regarding the possibility of
establishing a petting zoo as part of the Bicentennial
celebration.
Discussion was held regarding the proposal to develop an aviary
at Oak Knoll Park and Councilman Harvey felt it would not be
a suitable environment because of the lights and noise of the
baseball diamonds. He felt that if the animals are acquired by
the County and the City is unsuccessful in developing the aviary,
the City would have to renegotiate with the County for the dis-
position of the birds. Councilman Kanel spoke in opposition to
the aviary since he did not feel it related to the Bicentennial
and that the City could not financially support a zoo and aviary.
Several Councilmen felt establishment of a petting zoo would
preclude the County from acquiring the animals and suggested an
agreement with the County which would enable the City to borrow
the animals on special occasions. The Council agreed that the
Nike site would be the best location for the zoo and that if the
animals are acquired by the County, provision should be made
in an agreement which would assure that the animals are housed
on the Nike site and assure the City of recognition as being
the donor.
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A substitute motion was made by Mayor Laeayo and seconded by Coun-
cilwoman Frankiewich that the City enter negotiations with the
County for the transfer of the City-owned animals with an agree-
ment that the animals be housed on the Nike site and granting the
City the prerogative of borrowing certain animals for special
occasions and that the City adopt the plan to establish an aviary
at Oak Knoll Park.
Councilman Kanel stated for the record that he supported a portion
of the motion but he intended to vote against it because he opposed
development of the aviary.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
3 COUNCILMENz
2 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Sonju and Lacayo
Harvey and Kanel
None
Councilman Harvey stated for the record that he was very much in
favor of the City entering negotiations with the County and the
establishment of the zoo on the Nike base but he objected to
placing the aviary at Oak Knoll Park.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT OF GOOD NEIGHBOR
PROGRAM: The City Manager presented a report dated October 10,
1974 which requested that this matter be continued to the next
meeting to allow the Police Chief more time to develop the program.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor continued this item to the
October 28 Council meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF VACATION OF STREET AT NORTH END OF PARCELS
#244-035-12 AND #244-035-13 LOCATED AT 4901 AND 4911 ORANGE AVENUE
ABANDONMENT #75.1: The City Manager presented a report dated
October 3, 1974 from the Public Works Director regarding aban-
donment of the street abutting parcels at 4901 and 4911 Orange
Avenue which was requested by the property owner and approved
by the Planning Commission at its October 3 meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to adopt the following Resolution by title only, title as
follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1537
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE VACATION OF THE
STREET AT THE NORTH END OF AP #244-035-12 AND AP #244-035-13,
SAID PARCELS LOCATED AT 4901 AND 4911 ORANGE AVENUE, SUB-
JECT TO THE RESERVATION OF CERTAIN EASEMENTS, AND ELECTING
TO PROCEED UNDER THE STREET VACATION ACT OF 1941.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS~ AUTHORIZATION
TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR BICYCLE TRAILS ON ORANGE AVENUE AND
BALL ROAD FROM HOLDER STREET TO BLOOMFIELD STREET, HOLDER STREET,
VALLEY VIEW STREET, WALKER STREET, MOODY STREET, DENNI STREET AND
BLOOMFIELD STREET FROM BALL ROAD TO ORANGE AVENUE, CITY OF CYPRESS
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PROJECT #7406-90: The City Manager presented a report from the
Public Works Director dated October 7, 1974 which indicated that
plans and specifications were completed for construction of bicycle
routes on the above streets which are included in the City's Master
Plan or Trails. The report outlined financing sources for the
project.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilwoman
Frankiewich to approve the plans and specifications for construction
of bike routes on Orange Avenue and Ball Road from Holder Street
to Bloomfield Street and on Holder Street, Valley View Street,
Walker Street, Moody Street, Denni Street and Bloomfield Street
from Ball Road to Orange Avenue Project #7406-90, and authorize
the City Clerk to advertise for bids with bids to be opened in
the City Clerk's office at 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 1974. The
motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
Councilman Harvey recommended that residents be notified in some
manner that the establishment of the bike routes will necessitate
changes in certain parking areas and street lanes and the staff
indicated that it intended to do so through press releases.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO ADD VALLEY VIEW STREET TO THE PROPOSED
ORANGE COUNTY MASTER PLAN OF ARTERIAL BIKEWAYS (MPAB): The City
Mana~er presented a report dated October 4, 1974 from the Public
Works Director requesting that Valley View Street be added to
the County Master Plan of Arterial Bikeways.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilwoman
Frankiewich to adopt the following Resolution by title only,
title as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1538
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ~{E CITY OF CYPRESS
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE HARBORS, BEACHES AND
PARKS DISTRICT TO INCLUDE VALLEY VIEW STREET IN TItE
MASTER PLAN OF ARTERIAL BIKEWAYS.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Laeayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ilarvey,
Kanel, Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZATION
TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS ON ORANGE AVENUE STORM DRAIN FROM MOODY STREET
TO 650' EAST OF MOODY STREET~ CITY OF CYPRESS PROJECT #7517-20:
The City Manager presented a report from the Public Works~'b'i?ector
dated October 7, 1974 re~ardin~ the storm drain facility for the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 5151 Orange
Avent~e. The report outlined the financing sources for the project.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Council-
woman Sonju to approve the plans and specifications for construction
of the storm drain on Orange Avenue from Moody Street to 650' east
of Moody Street, Project #7517-20, and authorize the City Clerk
to advertise for bids with bids to be opened in the City Clerk's
ojfice at ]0:00 a.m. on November 12, 1974. The motion was unan-
imously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lacayo
None
None
Sonju
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CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE ORDER - BIKE PUSH BUTTONS: The City Manager
presented a report from the Public Works Director dated October 8
1974 which indicated that an increase in the contract cost and a
time extension were necessary to order pedestrian signal head equip-
ment for tile bicycle push buttons~
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman
Kanel to authorize an increase in the contract price of $645.54
for project #7411-50 and an extension of time for completion until
November 15, 1974. The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC PROBLEMS AT INTERSECTION OF LINCOLN
AVENUE AND DENNI STREET: The City Manager presented a report
dated October 10, 1974 which indicated that tile intersection
signal was disconnected from the coordinated progression system
on Lincoln Avenue which reduced the amount of waiting time for
motorists on Denni Street. The report transmitted recommendations
of the Advisory Traffic Committee regarding si~nalization, the
flow Iiue gutter on Denni Street, and monitoring of the inter-
section. Councilwoman Frankiewich indicated that a problem existed
with east and west bound Lincoln Avenue motorists occasionally
running the traffic signal and she indicated the painted arrows
designating movements were faded on Denni Street and should
be repainted.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to approve the following recommendations of the Advisory
Traffic Committee:
Since the time of referral of this item to the Advisory
Traffic Committee, a change has been completed in the
timing of the Denni Street and Lincoln Avenue traffic
si~nal which now accommodates more cars through the
intersection, thereby eliminating long waiting periods.
That the Advisory Traffic Committee has directed the
staff to continue monitoring of the intersection in
an effort ~o determine whether the new timing mechanism
is accommodating traffic and reducing the possibility
of hazardous movements°
That t~e Advisory Traffic Committee has directed the
staff to eliminate the flow line gutter across Denni
Street on the south side of Lincoin Avenue following
relinquishment of Lincoln Avenue by the State Division
of Highways.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCII,~rEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lacayo
None
None
Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS SALES IN THE CITY OF
CYPRESS: The City Manager presented a report dated October
10. 197~ which indicated the report and recommendations regarding
t['e sa]~: and use of fireworks was requested by the Council at the
July 8 meeting. The report summarized fireworks restrictions of
several County cities and transmitted a report from County Fire
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Captain Farrell regarding the extent of damages and injuries
resulting from the use of fireworks in the City of Cypress.
Councilwoman Frankiewich suggested that the City adopt an ordinance
which would restrict the sale of fireworks during July 1 through 4
to persons over 18 years of age. Discussion was held regarding
the effectiveness of such a restriction and, due to the hour, tile
Mayor continued discussion to the evening session.
RECESS:
Mayor Lacayo recessed the meeting at 6:10 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in
the Cypress City Council Chambers.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Lacayo called the regular meeting of tile Cypress City Council
back to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Cypress City Council Chambers
with the following Councilmen present:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lacayo
None
Sonju
Also present were City Manager/City Clerk Darrell Essex,
John Murphy, and tile following members of the City Staff:
Charkow, Dunlap, Grant, Hawley and Schatzeder.
City Attorney
Barrett,
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Councilman Km~el led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
Ai the request of Mayor Lacayo, the City Manager reviewed the
actions taken by the City Council during the afternoon session.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. Jim Wymer, representing tile Cypress Jaycees, 4295 Avenida
Sevi[la, Cypress, requested the Council's consideration of con-
tributing financial snpport to the Cypress Beauty Pageant which
is being sponsored by the Cypress Jayceesl. Mr. Wymer indicated
that the contest did not have many sponsors and the Jaycees felt
it was a worthwhile community promotion project which warranted
the Council's support. He requested an amount of approximately
$200 to help defray costs of the program°
Councilman Kanel spoke in support of the request and continuing
thc pageant since he felt it had been an outstanding and finan-
~:ia]ly successf~l event in the past.
It was moved by Councilman Kane]
unanimously carried to place the
the a~enda.
, seconded by Co~lncilman Harvey and
request by the Cypress Jaycees on
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilwoman Sonju
that the City allocate an amonnt up to $300 for the Cypress Beauty
Pageant sponsored by the Cypress Jaycees. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COL~CILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lacayo
None
None
Sonju
Councilwoman Sonju requested that an item be placed on the agenda
concerning a smoking policy in the City Council Chambers but, lacking
the unanimous consent of the Council, the Mayor directed that this
matter be placed on the agenda for the first meeting in Novemberl
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At Councilwoman Sonju's request, and hearing no objections, tile
Mayor placed Item No. 32 on the agenda regarding a communication
concerning a homeowner's complaint.
PRESENTATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICE PLAQUES TO FORMER PLANNING COM-
MISSIONERS HILLIARD WARREN AND MARSHALL RICKER: Mayor Lacayo
announced that Mr. Ricker was unable to be present for the presen-
tation and he asked that Mr. Warren step forward. ~ayor Lacayo
presented a community service plaque to Mr. Itilliard Warren, who
recently completed a six year term on the Planning Commission, and
the Mayor praised Mr. Warren's dedication, unselfish efforts and
involvement in all types of community projects. The other Council
members expressed their appreciation for Mr. Warren's community
service~
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS SALES IN
~IE CITY OF CYPRESS: It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded
by Councilman Kanel to receive and file the matter. Councilman
Kanel indicated that he felt a restriction would not prevent younger
children from obtaining fireworks and he felt the City had a good
record regarding dangerous fireworks incidents.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Councilwoman Frankie-
wich and seconded by Mayor Lacayo that a poll be taken in the next
issue of the City newsletter requesting citizen input regarding a
possible restriction on the sale of safe and sane fireworks and
that the City Manager be directed to send a letter to all organiza-
tions which have applied in the past for fireworks permits to obtain
their input. The motion was unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
At this time, the staff presented a film in conjunction with the
upcoming United Way campaign illustrating the various programs and
services offered by United Way.
CONSIDERATION OF INFORMATION ON OFFICIAL STREET TREE LIST: The
City Manager presented a report from the Public Werks Director
dated October 7, 1974 which transmitted a list and brief description
of all trees on the Official Street Tree List. The Administrative
Assistant presented slides illustrating physical and growing char-
acteristics of the trees. The Public Works Director also presented
slides of the Public Works Corporation Yard Building under construc-
tion.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor moved to receive and file tile
street tree report.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF ORANGE COUNTY TO HOLDOVER THE EXISTING
LEASE OF TItE CYPRESS BRANCH LIBRARY FACILITY: The City Manager
presented a report dated October 10, 1974 requesting that the
Council authorize a month-to-month extension of the existing
lease which expires March ]7, 1975 for the library at 10161 Moody
Street at a monthly rate of $575.00.
It was moved by Councilman Harvey and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to approve the request of the Orange County Library District
and authl~rize the City Manager to notify the District that the
momth-to-month extension of the existing lease has been authorized
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by the City Council. The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lac~yo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR ANNUAL
CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY SING PROGRAM: The City Manager presented a
report dated October 10, 1974 which outlined costs for the annual
Christmas community sing program.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilwoman
Frankiewich to authorize an expenditure of $1,897.00 for the
Christmas Community Sing Program. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call w~te:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF SALARY ADJUST~gNTS IN THE STREET MAINTENANCE
DIVISION: The City Manager presented a report dated October 10,
1974 w~ch requested salary adjustments for eleven employees to
eliminate discrepancies between like positions in the Recreation
,and Park District and Public Works Department Maintenance Divisions.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju to authorize a five percent salary adjustment for the
positions of Public Works Maintenance Man II, Public Works
Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, and Public Works
Foreman to be effective at the October 21, 1974 pay period and
appropriate $4,220.00 from the Fund Balance of the General Opera-
ting Fund to Account # 10-21207-001. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey,
Kanel, Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LISTS FOR WARRANTS
#36474-36635: It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and sec-
onded by Councilman Kanel to approve the Commercial Warrant List
for Warrants #36474 through 36580 in the total amount of $568,783.00
and the List for Warrants #36581 through 36635 in the total amount
of $1,277,655.06. The motion was unanimously carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COI~CILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COb2~CILMEN: None
Harvey~
Kanel, Sonju
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
SPONSORING ZHE CALIFOiNIA CAVALRY YOUTH BAND OF CYPRESS: The City
Manager presented a report from the Recreation and Park Director
dated October 10, 1974 which described the request by the Recreation
and Park Commission for sponsorship of the band and outlined the
band's equipment needs.
Councilwoman Frankiewich stated that it was her understanding the
Band h~cd other than financial problems and these related to its
crganization and she recommended that its by-laws be reviewed by
the City Attorney. She requested further information on specific
needs of the Band and requests being made of the City.
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The City Manager advised that the staff would attempt to arrange
for the Recreation and Park and Arts and Cultural Commissions to
meet to consider the matter of sponsorship before the Council's
next meeting.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Councilwoman
Sonju and unanimously carried to continue this matter until the
next meeting and request the staff to obtain further information
on the financial needs of the Band and arrange for a joint meeting
between the two City Commissions.
CONSIDERATION OF DOG PROBLEM ON PUBLIC PARKS: The City Manager
presented a report from the Recreation and Park Director dated
October 10, 1974 which recommended that a fine be established
to control the problem of dogs defecating on park property.
The Council discussed the difficulty of controlling this action
and noted that the problem occurred in other areas such as private
lawns and parkways° They requested that the staff investigate
the matter further and submit a report at the next meeting.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju, seconded by Councilwoman
Frankiewjch and unanimously carried to continue this matter to
the next meeting and request more information from the staff°
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY CENTER PLAQUE: The City
Manager presented a report dated October 10, 1974 which transmitted
proposed wording for the plaque to be installed at the Com-
munity Center Building at Oak Knoll Park°
The City Manager indicated that an additional display inside the
building would be provided to give recognition to the efforts of
the Park Bond Committee members.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Council-
woman Sonju to approve the copy for the Community Center plaque
for transmittal to the contractor. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYE S
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
and Lacayo
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LISTS FOR
WARRANTS #3574-3661 AND 209-214: It was moved by CouncilWoman
Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman Kanel to approve the
Recreation and Park District Commercial Warrant List for Warrants
#3574 through 3600 and 209 through 211 in the total amount of
$818,514.57 and the List for Warrants #3601 through 3661 and 212
through 214 in the total amount of $715,996.37. The motion was
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Itarvey, Kanel, Sonju
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE tIE: GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT-INTERRUPTERS:
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered the following Ordinance
read by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 538
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS AMENDING SECTION 8-2
OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE TO REQUIRE GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT-
INTERRUPTERS FOR SWIMMING AND WADING POOLS.
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It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman
Kanel to adopt Ordinance No. 538. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEN: Frank]ewich,
and Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEN: None
Harvey, Kanel, Sonju
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE RE: TERMS OF MEMBERS OF COMMISSIONS
AND COMMITTEES: With the consent of the Council, the Mayor
ordered the following Ordiuance read by title only, title as
ORDINANCE NO. 539
follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COU~CIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
A~NDING CHAPTER 2 AND CHAPTER 16 OF THE CYPRESS CITY
CODE ESTABLISHING THE TERMS OF THE MEMBERS OF COMMISSIONS
AND COMMITTEES.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich and seconded by Councilman
Kanel to adopt Ordinance No. 539. The motion was unanimously
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
0 COUNCILMEN:
Frankiewich, Harvey, Kanel,
and Lacayo
None
None
Sonju
CONSIDERATION OF CITY MEMBERSHIP IN U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS:
The City Manager briefly described the benefits and services of
membership in the U. S. Conference of Mayors. The Council indi-
cated that the only benefit received was the monthly bulletin.
Councilman Harvey recommended the City's membership in the
National League of Cities and reported that last year's annual
conference was extremely informative.
It was n~)ved by Mayor Lacayo, seconded by Councilwoman Frankiewich
and .nanimously carried to receive and file the matter regarding
the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE RE: CAMPAIGN EXPENDITURE LIMITATIONS:
Councilwoman Sonju discussed a letter she had submitted to the
Council in which she requested that the staff investigate the
dra£ting of an ordinance regarding l~mitations on municipal cam-
paign expenditures. The ordinance would ensure that persons are
no~ precluded from running for office because of a lack of funds.
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju, seconded by Mayor Lacayo and
unanimously carried to direct the staff to draft an ordinance and
prepare a report regarding campaign expenditure limitations for
the next meeting.
RECESS:
Mayor Lacayo called for a recess at 9:15 p.m. The meeting was
called back to order at 9:25 p.m. with all Councilmen present.
CONSIDERATION OF LAFCO ACTION ON STANTON ANNEXATION: The City
Manager summarized an item on the Progress Report which indicated
that the Local Agency Formation Commission was in the process of
reviewing the spheres of influence of the Cities of Stanton and
Cypress, He reported that LAFCO continued the matter for 90 days
to ~]]o~ the applicant to resubmit an application to the City of
Cypress for a condominium project on a triangular piece of property
located in county unincorporated territory on the west side of
Knott Avenue north of Katella and to allow the City an opportunity
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to determine whether it will proceed with a General Plan amendment
prior to annexation of the property. The City Manager stated the
amendment could be initiated either by the Planning Commission or
City Council. He reported that at the LAFCO hearing regarding the
matter, the chairman felt there was a division of opinion between
the four voting members present but several members indicated it
was logical for Cypress to annex the property since it appeared
to be within its sphere of influence.
Mr. Howard Rowan, 5831 8hirl, Cypress, vice president of the
Cypress Citizens' Association, stated he and others attended the
LAFCO hearing supporting the position that the subject property
belonged within Cypress' sphere of influence. He stated that the
Association did not oppose annexation of the property but did
oppose the condominium proposal. He stated the representative
of the several property owners did not advise them of industrial
offers and buyers and that he was aware of industrial interest
through private brokers. Mr. Rowan stated he had filed a letter
of grievance with the California Real Estate Division regarding
the action of the representative°
It was moved by Councilwoman Sonju and seconded by Councilman
Harvey to initiate a public hearing before the Planning
Commission for a General Plan amendment for the subject property
from an industrial to a residential classification.
The Council discussed development alternatives if the property is
placed within the sphere of influence of Cypress or Stanton and
problems which might arise from the location of the railroad and
mixture of single-family, multiple-family and industrial uses
within the local area. The Council also discussed the role of
the Airport Land Use Commission in this matter and the Mayor asked
the City Attorney to investigate whether a four-fifths vote of LAFCO
is necessary to override a decision by the Airport Land Use Com-
mission.
Councjlman Kanel recommended that the matter be referred back to
LAFCO so that a full five member Comrnission may take action and
to inquire why the matter was referred to tile City of Cypress.
Councilwoman Sonju withdrew the motion and Councilman Harvey with-
drew tile second.
Councilmen Harvey and Lacayo both felt the City should take action
regarding this matter and Councilman Harvey felt tile City's res-
ponsibility should not be delegated to another agency.
Councilwoman Sonju moved to receive and file the matter. The
motion died for lack of a second.
Mr. Donald Hudson, 6153 Lawrence, Cypress, stated that the
Council's consideration of a General Plan amendment should not
be infiuenced by a specific development plan.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilwoman
Frankiewich to continue this matter to the next meeting and
direct the City Manager to contact the Executive Director of LAFCO
to request clarification as to why no action was taken regarding
the spheres of influence and tile Commission's intentions in re-
ferrin~ the matter to the City of Cypress and to determine pro-
cedures for bringing this matter before LAFCO before the 90 day
period ~xpires so that action may be taken by a full Commission.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCILMEN: Frankiewich, Kanel
NOES: 1 COUNCILR~N: Harvey
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILR~N: None
ABSTAINING: 1 COUNCILMEN: Sonju
and Lacayo
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CONSIDERATION OF APPOINT~ENT TO FLY ABATEMENT BOARD: The
City Manager indicated that a vacancy existed for a public
member on the City's Fly Abatement Board and Councilwoman
Frankiewich recommended that Mr. Hilliard Warren be appointed
to the Board.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by
Councilwoman Sonju and unanimously carried to approve the
appointment of Mr. Hilliard Warren to the Fly Abatement Board.
CONSIDERATION OF CYPRESS FAMILY DAY: Councilwoman Frankiewich
discussed her proposal to establish a Cypress Family Day to
be held on the Civic Center grounds sometime near the fourth
of July and she recommended activities such as a picnic, art
show, fireworks display, band playing, and dance. She
suggested that the Recreation and Park and Arts and Cultural
Co~nissions coordinate the program.
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich, seconded by Council-
woman Sonju and unanimously carried to refer the matter to
the Arts and Cultural and Recreation and Park Commissions and
that the Commissions develop a Family Day program.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mrs. Jan Moss, 9415 Cambridge, Cypress, presented Councilwoman
Sonju with a plaque from the Cypress Boys' Club in appreciation
for her services to the Club.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mayor Lacayo called for an Executive Session at 11:20 p.m.
for matters of personnel. The meeting was called back to
order at 11:35 p.m. with all Councilmen present.
Mayor Lacayo announced that Item No. 32, regarding a home-
owner's grievances, would be continued to the first meeting
in November.
ADJOURNMENT:
It was moved by Councilwoman Frankiewich,
man Kanel
11:36 p.m.
seconded by Council-
and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at
MAYOR O~C~bF~YPRESS
ATTEST:
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CITY CIjERK OF Thee CITY OF CYPRESS
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