2015-02-09MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
February 9, 2015
A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor
Johnson in the Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California.
Members present:
Mayor Rob Johnson
Mayor Pro Tem Mariellen Yarc
Council Member Stacy Berry
Council Member Paulo Morales
Members absent:
Council Member Jon Peat
Staff present:
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Anthony Taylor
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Craig Duffey, Garden Grove, spoke regarding transportation issues.
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Attorney reported that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session
regarding Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure
to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(d)(e)(1), Number of
Cases: One Potential Case.
At 6:35 p.m., the Mayor recessed the meeting.
7:00 P.M. SESSION:
The 7:00 p.m. session of the City Council meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by
Mayor Johnson.
Members present:
Mayor Rob Johnson
Mayor Pro Tem Mariellen Yarc
Council Member Stacy Berry
Council Member Paulo Morales
Members absent:
Council Member Jon Peat
Staff present:
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Anthony Taylor
Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton
Police Commander Rodney Cox
Director of Community Development Doug Dancs
Recreation Superintendent Dena Diggins
City Engineer Kamran Dadbeh
City Planner Doug Hawkins
Associate Planner Kori Sanders
Human Resources Manager Cathy Thompson
Water Quality Manager Gonzalo Vazquez
Senior Management Analyst Alisha Farnell
Deputy City Clerk Rhonda Barone
City Clerk Denise Basham
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member
Berry.
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INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Father Patrick Moses, St. Irenaeus
Church.
REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDA/CLOSED SESSION:
The Mayor asked for the report of the Closed Session Agenda items discussed earlier
in the evening.
The City Attorney reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding
Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to
Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(d)(e)(1), Number of Cases:
One Potential Case. He stated that no reportable action was taken.
No other action was taken in Closed Session, nor was any solicited.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Johnson presented Certificates of Recognition to Joseph Arizmendi, Alberto
Villegas, and Giovani Mentaro (not in attendance) for their role in the apprehension of a
carjacking suspect.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: LIMITED TO ONE -HALF HOUR. (THREE MINUTES
PER SPEAKER, SPEAKING ONCE.)
Mayor Johnson asked anyone who wished to speak on any topic not included on the
meeting Agenda to come forward.
Kelli Clinton, Cypress, spoke regarding the Marie L. Hare Continuation High School
relocation by Garden Grove Unified School District.
Lisa Belthius, Cypress, spoke regarding the Marie L. Hare Continuation High School
relocation by Garden Grove Unified School District.
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 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3010
AND VARIANCE NO. 3011, A REQUEST TO EXPAND AN EXISTING SECOND
DWELLING UNIT LOCATED AT 4461 CRESCENT AVENUE WITHIN A SINGLE -
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE.
The Associate Planner provided background information on this item.
Council Member Morales asked about the feasibility of construction of a six -foot block
wall along Denni Street to restrict an opening for entry and exit, as requested in one of
the residential comment letters.
The Associate Planner replied that a second driveway off of Denni Street would not be
permitted, and that the City's Code Enforcement would mitigate any issues that may
occur.
The applicant, Robert Dorantes, stated that he accepts the Conditions of Approval, and
spoke of his purchase of the property and the need for the second dwelling extension.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the project would require the need for a four -car garage.
Mr. Dorantes responded that he would not have four vehicles for the garage.
The Public Hearing was opened.
The Public Hearing was closed.
Mayor Johnson stated that he has visited the site and met with staff regarding the
project, and that he has no objections to it.
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It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Morales,
that the City Council adopt the Resolutions by title only, approving Conditional Use Permit
No. 3010 and Variance No. 3011, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A" of the
Resolutions.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat
RESOLUTION NO. 6490
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3010
— WITH CONDITIONS.
RESOLUTION NO. 6491
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM THE TERMS OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, SECTION 3.17.200.1.1
TO ALLOW A SECOND DWELLING UNIT WITH A FLOOR AREA
GREATER THAN 30 PERCENT OF THE PRIMARY DWELLING'S
FLOOR AREA.
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.
Council Member Morales recused himself from Consent Calendar Items No. 6 and 7.
He stated that with regard to Consent Calendar Item No 6, he is a CaIPERS annuitant
enrolled in the CaIPERS retiree medical insurance program. He indicated that with
regard to Consent Calendar Item No 6, a health care benefit payment of $300 is on the
warrant register under warrant item number 33241 that is being paid to him as a retired
employee.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Yarc and seconded by Council Member Berry, to
approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 5.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat
Item No. 2: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
JANUARY 26, 2015.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of
January 26, 2015, 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: PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2015 AS "CAREER
TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH" IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially proclaim the month of February 2015
as "Career Technical Education Month" in the City of Cypress.
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Item No. 5: CANCELLATION OF THE BALL ROAD STORM DRAIN, PROJECT NO.
96.
Recommendation: That the City Council cancel the contract with Paulus Engineering,
Inc. for the Ball Road Storm Drain, Project No. 96.
Council Member Morales left the Council Chambers.
Regarding Item No. 6: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR EQUAL BENEFITS TO ALL
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS.
It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Yarc, that the
City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, providing equal benefits to all City Council
Members.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 1
ABSTAIN: 1
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Yarc and Johnson
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Morales
RESOLUTION NO. 6492
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS,
CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR EQUAL BENEFITS TO ALL
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS.
Regarding Item No. 7: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST AND WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014 -15 FOR WARRANTS NO. 33135 THROUGH
33316.
It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Yarc, that the
City Council approve the attached warrant register and wire transfers for Fiscal Year
2014 -15.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 3
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 1
ABSTAIN: 1
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Yarc and Johnson
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Morales
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Morales returned to the Council Chambers.
NEW BUSINESS:
Item No. 8: FISCAL YEAR 2014 -15 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS
UPDATE.
The Director of Community Development provided background information on this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the tree replacement program.
The Director of Community Development responded that residents are provided with a
selection of approved trees for the various parkways.
Council Member Berry asked about the completion of the 2008 Master Sewer Plan.
The Director of Community Development stated that $1.3 million is currently budgeted
and that the project is based on budgeted funds and sewer fees revenues.
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The City Manager indicated that the sewer system is a continual plan and that the City
is in catch -up mode. He stated that the existing sewer fees have allowed for progress
with the plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the City's storm drain capacity.
The Director of Community Development spoke regarding pump stations functions and
the impact to City streets.
Mayor Johnson asked about drainage issues related to the recent rainstorms.
The Director of Community Development responded that there had been minor issues
with Pump Station #3 that were mitigated quickly.
Mayor Johnson asked about the status of Measure R.
The Director of Community Development indicated that the preliminary design for the
park development on the closed Mackay School site would begin next year with the
formal design submitted to the City Council. He stated that construction would begin
the following year based on the contractor's schedule. He stated that the project is
anticipated to be two- years, overall.
Mayor Johnson asked about additional project submittals.
The Director of Community Development responded that additional project requests
may be submitted at this time, subject to evaluation and cost considerations.
The City Manager indicated that the City Council could request projects for Capital
Improvement Projects consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the status of the flag pole installation.
The Director of Community Development responded that a flag pole would be
purchased this year using facility condition assessment funds.
Mayor Johnson commented that various park improvements are needed including the
Arnold /Cypress Park Roller Hockey Rink.
The City Manager stated that the Arnold /Cypress Park Roller Hockey Rink use could be
part of the City Council approved Capital Improvement Projects, and indicated that a
facilities assessment is due. He indicated that park maintenance and improvements
would be funded through the Cypress Recreation and Park District.
Council Member Berry asked about the $2 million Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
allocation.
The Director of Community Development responded that the current ADA need over all
of the City parks is $2 million.
Council Member Berry asked about the ADA mandated funding.
The Director of Community Development replied that the ADA projects would be
discretionary upon the City Council.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Yarc and seconded by Council Member Morales, that
the City Council receive and file the Fiscal Year 2014 -15 Capital Improvement Program
Status Update.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Peat
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RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as
the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors.
No items.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MATTERS:
The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Successor Agency to the Cypress
Redevelopment Agency.
No items.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda.
Don Seward, Cypress, spoke regarding a dog park in the City.
Craig Durfey, Garden Grove, spoke regarding cycling events.
ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Mayor Johnson requested reports from the Council Members on their respective
committee assignments.
Council Member Yarc:
Attended the New Mayors and Council Members Academy. Attended an Oversight
Board meeting. Attended a Woman's Club of Cypress General Membership meeting.
Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Operations Committee meeting. Attended a
Cypress College Americana Awards Auction Committee meeting.
Council Member Morales:
Attended the City of Los Alamitos State of the City luncheon. Attended the O.C. Fire
Authority Best and Bravest awards.
Council Member Berry:
Attended the City of Los Alamitos State of the City luncheon. Attended the City of
Garden Grove State of the City luncheon. Attended an O.C. Sanitation District meeting.
Attended an O.C. Library Advisory Committee Board meeting. Attended a Woman's
Club of Cypress General Membership meeting. Attended the City of Buena Park State
of the City luncheon. Attended an American Legion fundraiser.
Council Member Johnson:
Attended the City of Los Alamitos State of the City luncheon. Attended the O.C. Fire
Authority Best and Bravest awards. Attended King Elementary School Career Day.
Met with a representative of the Cypress Pops Orchestra. Attended the City of Buena
Park State of the City luncheon. Attended the Caldwell Dental Care free dental care
event. Attended the change of command at the Joint Forces Training Base.
ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER:
The City Manager spoke regarding the temporary air traffic increase this week around
the Joint Forces Training Base.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:14 p.m. to Monday,
February 23, 2015, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Execu ' : Board Room.
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CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
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