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Minutes 2011-06-27ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None. WORKSHOP: MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD June 27, 2011 A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Seymore in the Executive Board Room, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. Members present: Mayor Pro Tem /Agency Vice Chair Todd Seymore Council /Agency Board Member Doug Bailey Council /Agency Board Member Phil Luebben Council /Agency Board Member Prakash Narain Members absent: Mayor /Agency Chair Leroy Mills Staff present: City Manager John Bahorski City Attorney William Wynder Assistant City Manager /Director of Finance and Administrative Services Richard Storey Director of Community Development Ted Commerdinger Public Works Director Doug Dancs Recreation and Community Services Director June Liu Assistant Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton Recreation Superintendent Dena Diggins Recreation Supervisor Jeff Draper Administrative Services Manager Andrew Tse City Clerk Denise Basham The City Manager stated that Godbe Research was contracted by the City Council for a public opinion and strategic research survey and that a sampling of 500 residents was done with a high percentage of validity. The Recreation and Community Services Director indicated that the intent of the survey was to provide information for City Council via a public opinion and research that determined the interest and support of citizens for issues concerning recreation infrastructure and the potential for the City to enter into a long -term lease of property with the Cypress School District. Bryan Godbe, Godbe Research, reviewed the research objectives which included residential feedback on recreation priorities, identifying the tax rate at which voters will support the measure, and identifying any differences in support due to demographic or voter behavioral characteristics. Mr. Godbe stated that the interview field dates were June 4, 2011 through June 9, 2011, with a sample size of 500 residents. He informed that residents' overall satisfaction with City services is 93% and that police services received the highest importance rating with street maintenance the next highest. He further stated that in 1998 his firm conducted a satisfaction survey for Cypress and the City received a 94% ranking. He reported that the rankings were some of the highest he has seen for cities and opined that a 93% level is quite good in today's economic times. 197 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 27, 2011 198 Mr. Godbe indicated that the perception of park and recreation programs and services and park facilities received an excellent/good rating. He commented that most of the various recreation and sports facilities received a somewhat important ranking. Council Member Luebben asked for clarification on the facilities and sites surveyed, as not all are applicable to the City. Mr. Godbe responded that both existing and possible future facilities were surveyed. Mr. Godbe reviewed the statistics related to the importance of recreation and sports facilities and sites with subgroup comparisons by gender and age. Mr. Godbe reviewed a chart depicting uninformed support of any proposed Park and Recreation Maintenance and Improvement Bond and the support for an annual tax per parcel per $100,000 assessed value. He commented that there is tremendous tax sensitivity in Cypress. Council Member Luebben commented on the total assessed value of all of the parcels in the City of Cypress. Mr. Godbe reviewed features of the measure, including those that are desirable and those that would have no effect, along with a chart depicting subgroup comparisons. Council Member Luebben commented on the survey being affected by the current economy and that the results would most likely have been more positive a few years ago. Mr. Godbe stated that 68% percent of the voters do not have children living in the household. He reviewed the informed support during an election environment and subgroup comparisons based on gender, age, and political party. Mr. Godbe indicated that survey results indicate that residents have a high positive perception about living in the City with women being slightly more satisfied. He stated that the services ranked with the highest importance include police, street maintenance and park maintenance. Mr. Godbe commented that residents rated children's play areas, a senior center, and open space parks of high importance. Mr. Godbe stated that while there is an initial base of support for a bond measure at the lower tax rates, there would not be a need to move forward with it unless there was significant community outreach effort conducted. He stated that this is largely due to the lower percentage received under the informed support for any proposed Park and Recreation Maintenance and Improvement Bond acquired during the second test in the survey. Council Member Bailey inquired about the methodology and management of the survey in order to obtain true statistical results. Mr. Godbe explained sampling methodology among the City's registered voters and the random strata survey approach. Mayor Pro Tem Seymore commented on the percentage of homeowners versus renters. Council Member Narain commented on the economy's effect on adult children returning to live with their adult parents. He theorized that based on the survey results, residents are more in favor of maintaining facilities as opposed to spending additional funds. Mr. Godbe responded that the survey results suggest that if there was a more affordable bond measure, there would be a focus on maintaining park facilities and improving safety. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 27, 2011 199 Council Member Luebben inquired about the required action of the City Council to put a bond measure on the ballot, commenting that based on the current survey results, he would be opposed to any type of Bond Measure. The Recreation and Community Services Director indicated that a summary of the survey results will be posted on the City's website. It was moved by Council Member Luebben and seconded by Council Member Narain, to receive and file the report. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bailey, Luebben, Narain, and Seymore NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mills CLOSED SESSION: The City Attorney reported that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session regarding Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) (3)(A); Number of Cases: One. At 6:02 p.m., the Mayor Pro Tem recessed the meeting. 7:00 P.M. SESSION: The 7:00 p.m. session of the City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Seymore. Members present: Mayor Pro Tem /Agency Vice Chair Todd Seymore Council /Agency Board Member Doug Bailey Council /Agency Board Member Phil Luebben Council /Agency Board Member Prakash Narain Members absent: Mayor /Agency Chair Leroy Mills Staff present: City Manager John Bahorski City Attorney William Wynder Assistant City Manager /Director of Finance and Administrative Services Richard Storey Director of Community Development Ted Commerdinger Police Chief Jackie Gomez Whiteley Public Works Director Doug Dancs Recreation and Community Services Director June Liu Recreation Superintendent Dena Diggins Recreation Supervisor Jeff Draper Assistant Planner Judy Aquino Senior Civil Engineer Alvin Papa Administrative Services Manager Andrew Tse City Clerk Denise Basham PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Seymore. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by City Attorney Wynder. PRESENTATIONS: The Police Chief introduced Cypress Police Lieutenant Rodney Cox. Mayor Pro Tem Seymore presented a Certificate of Special Recognition to Christy Schopp, Yamaha Motor Corporation USA. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Mayor Pro Tem Seymore recognized and presented Certificates of Appointment to all newly- appointed Commissioners and the Loyalty Oath was administered by the City Clerk. REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDA/CLOSED SESSION: JUNE 27, 2011 200 The Mayor Pro Tem asked for the report of the Closed Session Agenda items discussed earlier in the evening. The City Manager reported that the City Council held a workshop to discuss the public opinion and strategic research findings in consideration of support for recreation improvements. He stated that telephone interviews were conducted from June 4 through June 9, 2011, with a sampling of 500 residents with a margin of error of 4.3 He indicated that 93% of the residents surveyed were very satisfied or somewhat satisfied with the City of Cypress' services. The City Manager informed that the survey results will be posted on the City of Cypress' website. The City Attorney reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) (3)(A); Number of Cases: One. He stated that the City Council determined to take no action, with Council Member Bailey abstaining. No other action was taken in Closed Session, nor was any solicited. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE -HALF HOUR. (THREE MINUTES PER SPEAKER, SPEAKING ONCE.) Mayor Pro Tem Seymore asked anyone who wished to speak on any topic not included on the meeting Agenda to come forward. Jeff Sisil, Sounds of Cypress Orchestra, thanked the City Council and staff for their assistance for their first Concert on the Green. George O'Hara, Cypress Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding upcoming activities and events. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item No. 1: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2011 -109, A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE TWO (2) PARCELS INTO THREE (3) PARCELS ON THE PROPERTIES LOCATED NORTH OF KATELLA AVENUE BETWEEN ENTERPRISE DRIVE AND SIBONEY STREET IN THE PBP PLANNED BUSINESS PARK AND PS PUBLIC AND SEMI PUBLIC ZONE. The Assistant Planner provided background information on this item. Council Member Luebben asked about the changes from 2007 to present and why the applicant did not record the original map. The Community Development Director responded that the difference between the 2007 Tentative Parcel Map and the 2011 Tentative Parcel Map is the east/west line between Parcel 1 and Parcel 3 representing .5 acre larger for Parcel 1 and .5 acre smaller for Parcel 3. He indicated that the applicant intends to record this map. The public hearing was opened. Mayor Pro Tem Seymore asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the item. Rob Feldman, Los Alamitos, asked about what will be built at the location. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES The Community Development Director stated this is merely a subdivision of land and that there would be a standard review process should anything be proposed. Mayor Pro Tem Seymore asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the item. The public hearing was closed. Council Member Luebben commented that the City of Cypress does have a long -term development plan for this area should the Los Alamitos Race Track cease to operate, however, the City of Cypress does not own the land. He indicated that future plans for the property would be subject to an approval process and expressed his concern that even though the fees were paid twice, the City Council is reviewing this matter again. It was moved by Council Member Bailey and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Seymore, that the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2011 -109, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A." The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed on the Agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the Agenda. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Seymore and seconded by Council Member Luebben, to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 9. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Item No. 2: 2011. 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bailey, Luebben, Narain, and Seymore 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mills RESOLUTION NO. 6262 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2011 -109 WITH CONDITIONS. 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bailey, Luebben, Narain, and Seymore 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mills APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF JUNE 13, Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of June 13, 2011, as submitted. Item No. 3: MOTION TO INTRODUCE AND /OR ADOPT ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION BY TITLE ONLY AND TO WAIVE FURTHER READING. Item No. 4: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE IV, OF THE CYPRESS MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED CYPRESS WATER QUALITY. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Ordinance by title only, to amend Chapter 13, Article IV, of the Cypress Municipal Code, entitled Cypress Water Quality. 5 JUNE 27, 2011 201 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORDINANCE NO. 1127 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE IV, OF THE CYPRESS MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED CYPRESS WATER QUALITY. JUNE 27, 2011 202 Item No. 5: PARTICIPATION IN THE ORANGE COUNTY PURCHASING ALLIANCE (OCPA). Recommendation: That the City Council consider participation in the OCPA and direct the City Manager to execute the non binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County of Orange. Item No. 6: APPROPRIATION OF NARCOTICS ASSET SEIZURE FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A GLOBAL POSITIONING SATELLITE SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Approve the appropriation of $2,200 to account number 721 95300.4305_200 (Equipment Police) from the Equipment Replacement Fund (721) fund balance for the replacement of two (2) Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) tracking devices; and 2) Approve the transfer of $2,200 from the Narcotics Asset Seizure Fund (281- 99999.4501_721) to the City's Equipment Replacement Fund (721-99999.3901_281). Item No. 7: REVIEW OF INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MAY, 2011. Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Investment Report for the month of May, 2011. Item No. 8: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST AND WIRE TRANSFERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 -11 FOR WARRANTS NO. 18218 THROUGH 18366. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the attached warrant register and wire transfers for Fiscal Year 2010 -11. Recreation and Park District Matters: Item No. 9: AWARD OF CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA YELLOW CAB FOR THE SENIOR TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM. Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve a one -year agreement with a four -year renewal option with California Yellow Cab for the Senior Taxi Voucher Program in the amount of $7,000 for FY 2011 -12. NEW BUSINESS: No items. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR RECREATION PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors. No item. CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. No items. 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 27, 2011 203 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. None. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor Pro Tem Seymore requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member Luebben: Attended a SCAG Audit Committee meeting. Attended Cypress Recreation and Park District youth basketball games at Lexington Jr. High School and Oxford Academy. Commented on Mr. Feldman's remarks regarding the City of Los Alamitos and the City of Cypress working cohesively together. Council Member Bailey: Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Committee meeting. Council Member Narain: Attended the badge pinning ceremony for Lieutenant Cox. Attended the SWAT demonstration at the Cypress Police Department. Mayor Pro Tem Seymore: Attended the badge pinning ceremony for Lieutenant Cox. Attended the SWAT demonstration at the Cypress Police Department. Attended with Mayor Mills the retirement dinner for Seal Beach Police Chief Kirkpatrick. Attended an O.C. Fire Authority Board meeting. Announced a Pacific Electric Railroad Right -of -Way community meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, 5:30 p.m. in Garden Grove. Council Member Bailey asked for a workshop in August regarding the status of redevelopment agencies. Council Member Luebben stated that he is an advocate for eliminating redevelopment agencies. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER: The City Manager wished everyone a happy 4 of July and encouraged fireworks safety. He asked for the public's patience when entering the Joint Forces Training Base for the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration due to construction on the Base, noting that there will be a $5 per car charge for parking. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Pro Tem Seymore adjourned the meeting at 7:49 p.m. to Monday, July 11, 2011, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in t E, ecutive Board Room. ATTEST: IQA:wk 4CLJ4aJY1 CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS 7 MAY THE CITY OF CYPRESS