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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
May 11,2015
A regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor
Johnson in the Executive Board Room, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California.
Members present:
Mayor Rob Johnson
Mayor Pro Tem Mariellen Yarc
Council Member Stacy Berry
Council Member Paulo Morales (arrived at 5:04 p.m.)
Council Member Jon Peat (arrived at 5:04 p.m.)
Staff present:
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Anthony Taylor
Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton
Interim Police Chief Rodney Cox
Director of Community Development Doug Dancs
Recreation and Community Services Director June Liu
Police Commander Tom Bruce
Police Commander Steve Ramsey
Human Resources Manager Cathy Thompson
Recreation Superintendent Dena Diggins
City Engineer Kamran Dadbeh
City Planner Doug Hawkins
Water Quality Manager Gonzalo Vazquez
Information Systems Manager Don Casados
Redevelopment Project Manager Steve Clarke
Management Analyst Anna Sanchez
Video Production Coordinator John Olson
Senior Management Analyst Alisha Farnell
Deputy City Clerk Rhonda Barone
City Clerk Denise Basham
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
WORKSHOP SESSION:
The City Manager reported that the City Council would be presented with a workshop
on the Fiscal Year 2015 -16 Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Program. He
indicated that the City Council would consider the approval of the budget at the meeting
of June 8, 2015, spoke of the importance of the budget and indicated that it would be
the single most important action that the City Council could take all year. He spoke of
encouraging and cautionary economic trends, as well as the economic recession,
current drought, and housing shortage. He stated that major budget assumptions
include maintaining service levels, providing for employees and maintaining a reserve
for infrastructure.
The City Manager stated that the proposed budget would include revenues of
approximately $37 million, expenditures of approximately $45 million, and the use of
approximately $11 million in reserves which is infrastructure monies set aside from
previous City Councils.
Council Member Berry asked about the infrastructure set aside monies.
The City Manager responded that the infrastructure set aside monies could be used for
a specific project, depending upon the needs.
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The City Manager indicated that there is approximately $3.2 million in surplus funds
with $2 million set aside for future infrastructure projects and the remainder in restricted
funds. He stated that the General Fund Budget is approximately $31 million with a
surplus of approximately $235,000 available for one -time costs, unanticipated projects
or new direction from the City Council.
Council Member Morales asked if the reserves could be netted and decreased to $8.7
million and eliminate the $3.2 million surplus.
The City Manager responded in the affirmative.
The City Manager reviewed the General Fund Revenues which gives the City the ability
to provide service to the community, and stated that sales tax has become the City's
largest revenue source. He reviewed the General Fund Expenditures and indicated
that there is approximately $18 million budgeted for personnel expenditures which is
70% of the General Fund Operating costs. He stated that internal service charges
include the purchase and replacement of items such as vehicles, computers, and
chairs.
The City Manager stated that General Fund Expenditures includes all City departments,
excluding the Cypress Recreation and Park District, with approximately 60% of the total
budgeted in the Police Department.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if it would be more cost effective to contract with the
Orange County Sheriff's Department for police services.
The City Manager responded that contracting with the Orange County Sheriff's
Department for police services would not reduce costs nor would it provide a level of
service like the City currently has.
The City Manager provided an overview of the General Fund Balance and spoke of the
importance of maintaining reserves and that City Council policy dictates a 25% reserve.
He stated that some specific reserves are maintained should a large City sales tax
provider leave the City. He commented that monies have been set aside for the
Technology Master Plan.
The City Manager reviewed the Capital Outlay budget which include technology
investments and vehicle replacements, which includes the replacement of the Police
Department sedans with sport utility vehicles (SUV).
Mayor Johnson asked about the police vehicle replacements and if it is a gradual
replacement process.
The City Manager responded that it would be a gradual vehicle replacement process,
and that annual vehicle evaluations are done.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the fuel efficiency of SUV's as compared to the
current sedan vehicles.
The City Manager indicated that fuel costs associated with the purchase of SUV's
would not significantly impact the budget.
The City Manager reviewed the recommended one -time increases that include the
Technology Master Plan, Citywide Fee Study, Business Recruitment, and a Farmer's
Market feasibility study.
Council Member Peat asked if the $101,000 Technology Master Plan budget includes
on -going costs.
The City Manager replied that there would be minimal significant additional on -going
costs related to the Technology Master Plan.
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The City Manager provided a brief overview of the individual Operating Budgets
provided to the City Council, and indicated that the budgets include detailed line item
budget information.
The City Manager reviewed the Finance & Administrative Services budget that includes
general accounting, Information Systems, Business Licenses, and Print Shop. He
stated that the Police Department budget includes 57 sworn employees and 19 civilian
personnel, including one frozen position and an increase related to two over -hire
positions. He indicated that those over -hire positions will be funded with salary savings
and a study that was done 20 years ago that recommended the over -hire positions.
Council Member Yarc asked for clarification on the over -hire positions.
The City Manager responded that vacant position personnel costs would be used to
offset the over -hire position.
The City Manager clarified that the Police Services Officer position has been frozen
since the recession.
The City Manager reviewed the Community Development budget and indicated that
there are 40 full -time employees with a $9 million budget due to combining the
Community Development and Public Works Departments under a single director.
The City Manager reviewed the Cypress Recreation and Park District budget and stated
that it is a separate legal entity and that their revenues are approximately $5.5 million
with Operating Expenditures of approximately $4.7 million. He complimented the
Cypress Recreation and Park District staff for living within its means, keeping
expenditures below revenues, and maintaining a good level of service.
Mayor Johnson asked about the feasibility of a Capital Improvement Projects overview
of all City parks.
The City Manager replied that review of City parks would be incorporated into the City
Strategic Plan which would be brought back to the City Council for consideration and
recommendation.
Mayor Johnson asked if the Cypress Recreation and Park District would be included in
the Fee Study.
The City Manager responded that the Cypress Recreation and Park District would be
included in the Fee Study.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc if the Mackay School Park is included in the budget and Capital
Improvement Projects.
The City Manager responded in the affirmative.
The City Manager indicated that the Cypress Recreation and Park District budget
reflects approximately $300,000 for the Redevelopment Agency loan repayment to the
City.
The City Manager reviewed the Cypress Recreation and Park District revenues and
indicated that it includes facility rentals and contract class charges. He stated that the
Cypress Recreation and Park District expenditures include City contract personnel
maintenance charges. He indicated that the department budget includes 13 full -time
employees and several part-time employees whose personnel costs were impacted by
the State mandated minimum wage increase.
The City Manager reviewed the Cypress Recreation and Park District Fund Balance
which is approximately $9 million and stated that it maintains a large cash flow reserve.
He stated that the proposed additions to adult and youth sports programs costs are not
fully recoverable.
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Mayor Johnson asked if the costs are associated with contracts with the Cypress
School District.
The City Manager replied that uniforms and officials are the majority of adult and youth
sports program costs.
The City Manager stated that the Cypress Recreation and Park District increases
include the Challenger Youth Basketball and the Kids Corner Program relocation from
Darrell Essex Park to Swain Elementary School.
The City Manager stated that the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget is
approximately $17 million with over $75 million projected over seven years to include
various on -going storm drain projects including design and construction. He indicated
that the CIP includes the Mackay School Site design, as well as the $9 million Myra
Avenue Storm Drain.
Mayor Johnson asked if one out of three pump stations had been completed.
The City Manager replied that one pump station has been completed with one pump
station location yet to be determined.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the Myra Avenue Storm Drain has already been
approved.
The City Manager replied that the pump station bids, specifications, and award of
contract would be submitted to City Council in various stages.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked how the pump station projects are prioritized.
The City Manager responded that the pump station locations are based on health,
safety, and the needs of the community.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the priority of pump stations versus drought
compliance.
The City Manager indicated that monies would be set aside for drought response and
spoke of flooding concerns in a small housing area of the City.
Mayor Johnson asked if the staff recommendation for the next regular City Council
meeting of June 8, 2015 would include a wish list of secondary ideas.
The City Manager responded no, unless otherwise directed by a consensus of the City
Council at this time. He clarified that a budget response Agenda Report would be
specific to the needed improvements and liability concerns should flooding occur.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked for clarification on the delay of the second pump station.
The Director of Community Development responded that the second pump station has
been completed.
The City Manager spoke of inevitable flooding and necessary budgetary prevention
measures.
Council Member Morales asked if storm drain costs would increase should they be
delayed.
Council Member Peat spoke of the 1995 Nature Park flooding and impacts to residents.
The City Manager indicated that the first drought compliance Agenda Report would be
presented to the City Council at its regular meeting of May 26, 2015, and indicated
actions taken towards drought compliance.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about drought compliance penalties.
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The City Manager stated that City non - compliance fines could be up to $10,000 per day
and residential non - compliance fines would be $500.
The Director of Community Development stated that at its next regular meeting of May
26, 2015, staff would introduce the City Council to the drought compliance
requirements, as well as related penalties.
The City Manager encouraged the City to set a positive drought compliance example by
using reclaimed water and limited water usage. He spoke of a drought compliance
response that may include working jointly with Cypress College on a water pipeline
project.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the budgeted amount for drought response.
The City Manager indicated that $510,000 is proposed in the budget for drought
response, and stated that the amount will continue to increase.
The City Manager spoke of the necessary heating and cooling unit upgrades at the City
Hall, Council Chambers, and Senior Citizens Center, and indicated that the
replacement of the unit in the Council Chambers would be $310,000, assessment of
the Senior Citizens Centers unit would be $35,000, and assessment of the City Hall unit
would be $50,000.
The City Manager indicated that at tonight's regular meeting, the City Council would
consider the Technology Master Plan, and that the proposed Fiscal Year 2015 -16
Budget would be submitted for City Council consideration at its regular meeting of June
8, 2015.
At 6:05 p.m., the Mayor recessed the meeting.
At 6:20 p.m., the Mayor reconvened the meeting.
Council Member Peat asked about the increase in the Legislative Budget.
The City Manager responded that the Legislative Budget increase is due to the newly
hired Executive Assistant.
Council Member Peat asked if there is a list of unfunded projects should monies
become available.
The City Manager responded no.
Council Member Peat asked is such a list could be created.
The City Manager responded that staff would provide the City Council with a list of
items for future consideration at a future City Council meeting.
Council Member Berry asked about the budgeted amount for the Police Department
license plate readers.
The Interim Police Chief indicated that the Cypress Police Foundation may assist with
funding and that the amount would be determined at its meeting of May 13, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the function of the license plate readers.
The Interim Police Chief responded that the license plate readers assist with identifying
stolen vehicles, as well as tracking and data on vehicles.
Council Member Berry asked about other cities' usage and success with the license
plate readers.
The Interim Police Chief responded that several local cities use the license plate
readers with success.
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Council Member Berry asked about the Police Department training amount increases.
The City Manager replied that training and professional development funding is being
restored across the budget, and that the Police Department increases are due to Police
recruits and trainees.
Council Member Berry asked about the Police Department lab costs.
The Interim Police Chief indicated that lab costs are associated with technology
updates and licensing, as well as reallocation of a Police Services Officer Crime Scene
Investigator.
Council Member Berry asked if the amount for anticipated grants is decreased due to
unavailability.
The Interim Police Chief responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the increase in the Police Department budget, as
compared to prior year's budget.
The City Manager stated that the Police Department is affected by multiple year salary
savings due to position vacancies, and indicated that the budget amount would
increase with each year.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the General Fund balance and the longevity of
Capital Projects, and if reserve funds would deplete over the years.
The City Manager spoke of the useful life -span of infrastructure projects.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the General Fund balance of seven years ago.
The Director of Finance and Administrative Services indicated that the General Fund
balance of seven years ago was significantly less than current.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc about the General Fund balance prior to the pump stations.
The City Manager stated that staff would provide the City Council with a report on the
General Fund balance trend versus uses for infrastructure projects. He indicated that
costs are slowly approaching revenue sources and that the two may catch up with each
other.
Mayor Johnson asked if the State back -fill is related to property tax.
The City Manager responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Johnson asked about the 24% revenue decline.
The City Manager replied that there is a $400,000 revenue decline.
The Director of Finance and Administrative Services clarified that the revenue decline is
due to the gas tax monies being moved into the General Fund on an as- needed basis,
and that it would not be done this fiscal year.
Mayor Johnson asked about General Fund expenditures and a decline of $200,000 in
Community Development Maintenance.
The Director of Community Development indicated that graffiti removal would become
part of the solid waste franchise agreement and that there would be a decrease to
water and labor costs.
Mayor Johnson spoke in support of the Technology Master Plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked for clarification on the true definition of a balanced budget
and if there are exceptions to it.
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The City Manager replied that a balanced budget indicates that ongoing costs would be
paid using ongoing revenues.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the proposal for a paperless meeting agenda system
and if it would be optional.
The City Manager responded in the affirmative, and clarified that the goal would be to
decrease the number of printed documents.
Council Member Peat asked about revenue stream concerns.
The City Manager spoke of sales tax concerns, as well as the low housing market and
turnover rate.
Council Member Berry asked about the $400,000 Warland Drive reimbursement.
The City Manager indicated that the reimbursement was created to incentivize Shaw
Carpets to remain in the City.
Council Member Morales asked about the CaIPERS liability payment.
The City Manager indicated that the CaIPERS liability payment is a Strategic Plan goal,
however it could be delayed with the Assistant Director of Finance and Administrative
Services vacancy. He stated that consideration would be given to either a one -time
cash payment or annual lump sum payments.
Mayor Johnson thanked staff for the workshop presentation and implementation of the
Strategic Plan goals.
At 6:45 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 7:02 p.m. by
Mayor Johnson.
Members present:
Mayor Rob Johnson
Mayor Pro Tem Mariellen Yarc
Council Member Stacy Berry
Council Member Paulo Morales
Council Member Jon Peat
Staff present:
City Manager Peter Grant
City Attorney Anthony Taylor
Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton
Interim Police Chief Rodney Cox
Director of Community Development Doug Dancs
Recreation and Community Services Director June Liu
City Engineer Kamran Dadbeh
City Planner Doug Hawkins
Water Quality Manager Gonzalo Vazquez
Information Systems Manager Don Casados
Management Analyst Anna Sanchez
Associate Planner Kori Sanders
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.
INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Mohammad Patel, Islamic Center of
Cypress.
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REPORT OF WORKSHOP AGENDA/CLOSED SESSION:
The Mayor asked for the report of the Workshop Session Agenda items discussed
earlier in the evening.
The City Manager reported that the City Council met in a Workshop Session regarding
the Fiscal Year 2015 -16 Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Program. He
stated that the City Council asked questions and provided direction to staff.
PRESENTATIONS:
The City Manager introduced Executive Assistant Sara Salazar.
Mayor Johnson presented a proclamation to the Cypress Police Department
proclaiming the week of May 10 -16, 2015 as "National Police Week" in the City of
Cypress.
Mayor Johnson presented a Certificate of Special Recognition to AYSO Girls Under 10
Extra Program "Cypress Crush" for winning the Western States Championship.
Steven Nguyen, California Senator Bob Huff's Office, presented a Certificate of Special
Recognition to AYSO Girls Under 10 Extra Program "Cypress Crush" for winning the
Western States Championship.
Jenelle Bader, Southern California Edison, presented a Certificate of Special
Recognition to Southern California Edison Scholarship recipient Kevin Ji Whan Yoon.
Steven Nguyen, California Senator Bob Huff's Office, presented a Certificate of Special
Recognition to Southern California Edison Scholarship recipient Kevin Ji Whan Yoon.
Division Chief Dave Steffen and Captain Alan Wilkes, Orange County Fire Authority,
spoke regarding the Cypress apartment structure fire of May 5, 2015.
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.
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN
MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL).
Item No. 1: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3023 AND VARIANCE NO. 3024, A
REQUEST TO APPROVE A PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED ROOF - MOUNTED
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION ANTENNA FACILITY ON THE COURTYARD BY
MARRIOTT HOTEL AT 5865 KATELLA AVENUE.
The Associate Planner provided background information on this item.
Council Member Berry asked for clarification on the location of the antenna facility.
The Associate Planner explained that there will be 28 varieties of antenna facilities
including microwave dishes and whip antennas, and stated that flush- mounted panel
antennas would be placed on the end of the elevator shafts of the hotel building.
Council Member Berry asked if the new antenna facilities are taller than the existing
antenna facilities.
The Associate Planner responded that the antenna facilities would be visible.
Council Member Peat asked if the vendor, Global Pacific Internet, owns other antenna
facilities in Cypress.
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The Associate Planner replied that TelePacific Communications purchased Global
Pacific Internet and made good faith efforts for compliance.
Council Member Peat asked if the vendor owns other antenna facilities in Cypress.
The Associate Planner responded no.
Mayor Johnson spoke regarding antenna facilities on top of fixtures and concern
standards related to earthquakes and floods.
The Associate Planner responded that project must go through a plan check process
that includes compliance with California Codes.
The applicant's representative, Scott Southerland, VeloTero Services, stated that he
agrees with the Conditions of Approval.
Council Member Morales asked if there are other antenna facilities in Cypress that are
not in compliance.
Mr. Southerland responded no.
It was moved by Council Member Peat and seconded by Council Member Morales, that
the City Council adopt the Resolutions by title only, approving Conditional Use Permit No.
3023 and Variance No. 3024, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A" of the Resolutions.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
RESOLUTION NO. 6497
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3023
— WITH CONDITIONS.
RESOLUTION NO. 6498
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 16.050.B.1.B
TO ALLOW UNSCREENED ROOF - MOUNTED AND BUILDING -
MOUNTED ANTENNAS.
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 Yarc and seconded by Council Member Berry, to
approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 11.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Morales
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Council Member Morales stated that Agenda Item No. 10, the Warrant Register,
includes warrant 34285 for $395.87 and warrant 34286 for $1,484.14, reimbursements I
receive as a retired employee of the City of Cypress. He indicated that in voting for any
motion to approve the Warrant Register, he would not be voting on warrants 34285 or
34286 for the reasons disclosed.
Item No. 2: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF APRIL
27. 2015.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of April
27, 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: AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) CONTRACTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015 -2016.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, approving
the City's participation in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
and authorize the execution of the contracts and documents required for participation in
the program.
RESOLUTION NO. 6499
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF TWO CONTRACTS FOR THE
AWARD OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
FUNDS THROUGH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR THE PROGRAM
YEAR SPANNING JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016.
Item No. 5: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION CONFIRMING COMPLIANCE OF THE
CITY OF CYPRESS CIRCULATION ELEMENT WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY
MASTER PLAN OF ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, confirming
compliance of the City of Cypress Circulation Element with the Orange County Master
Plan of Arterial Highways.
RESOLUTION NO. 6500
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS
CONCERNING THE STATUS OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT AND
MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM FOR THE RENEWED MEASURE M
(M2) PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Item No. 6: AWARD OF CONTRACTS FOR THE SENIOR CENTER AMERICANS
WITH DISABILITIES ACT EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT 113.
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Award a contract in the amount of
$159,408.40 to Martinez Construction, Inc.; authorize a contingency of $24,000 (15% of
bid amount); and direct the Director of Community Development to issue an necessary
change orders to complete additional work within budgetary authority; and 2) Approve a
Task Order for Construction Management and Inspection Services, in the amount of
$22,617, to Vali Cooper and Associates, Inc. (VCA); and authorize a contingency of
$3,400 (15% of contract amount).
Item No. 7: APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR POLICE ACADEMY RECRUIT
TRAINING.
Recommendation: That the City Council appropriate $12,846 in the Police
Department's budget to fund unanticipated recruit training costs.
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Item No. 8: APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR POLICE AMMUNITION.
Recommendation: That the City Council appropriate $9,800 in the Police
Department's budget to purchase ammunition.
Item No. 9: ACCEPTANCE OF THE URBAN AREA SECURITY INITIATIVE (UASI)
SUB - RECIPIENT AGREEMENT.
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Approve the FY 2014 Urban Area Security
Initiative (UASI) sub - recipient agreement; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute
such application(s) as may be necessary to obtain the FY 2014 Urban Area Security
Initiative grant funds.
Item No. 10: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST AND WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014 -15 FOR WARRANTS NO. 34195 THROUGH
34350.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the attached warrant register and
wire transfers for Fiscal Year 2014 -15.
Recreation and Park District Matters:
Item No. 11: APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH CYPRESS SCHOOL DISTRICT
FOR USE OF SWAIN SCHOOL CLASSROOMS.
Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the ex- officio governing Board of
Directors for the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the proposed agreement
with Cypress School District and authorize the City Manager to execute the same.
Council Member Morales stated that it was not his intent to abstain from the entire
Consent Calendar, only the two warrants.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Yarc and seconded by Council Member Morales, to
reopen the vote to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 11.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Peat, to
amend the vote to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 11.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
NEW BUSINESS:
Item No. 12: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ON -CALL PROJECT MANAGEMENT
SERVICES TO SUPPORT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION.
The Director of Community Development provided background information on this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked how the on -call project management services would be
obtained.
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The Director of Community Development replied that various firms were surveyed on
what types of project manager would be available, and that an equivalent Senior Civil
Engineer was found who would be able to manage the construction projects. He
indicated that the City Senior Civil Engineer position is currently vacant.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the services would be provided on a temporary basis.
The Director of Community Development responded in the affirmative, and clarified that
the services would be paid on an as- needed basis for the current backlog and to
maintain the current Capital Improvement Projects schedule.
Council Member Peat asked if key personnel would be hired or if it would be a variety of
personnel on a rotating basis.
The Director of Community Development indicated that there would be one Project
Manager.
Council Member Morales asked if the $75,000 contracted amount would remain even if
additional personnel were hired.
The Director of Community Development responded in the affirmative.
Council Member Berry asked if there has been use of an on -call Project Manager in the
past.
The Director of Community Development responded that an on -call Project Manager
has not been used in the past, however it has been done with other cities.
It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Peat, that
the City Council award an agreement for On -Call Project Management Services and
approve a Task Order in an amount not to exceed $75,000 to CivilSource, and direct
the Director of Community Development to act as Contract Officer.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Item No. 13: TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLAN: FY 2015 -16 THROUGH FY 2019 -20.
The Senior Management Analyst and Information Systems Manager provided
background information on this item.
Council Member Peat asked about efficiency improvements anticipated cost savings.
The Senior Management Analyst indicated that the efficiency cost savings have not yet
been calculated, however there would be ongoing costs for the paperless meeting
agenda system and that the remaining projects would be one -time expenditures.
Council Member Peat asked about cost savings benefits of the efficiency
improvements.
The City Manager responded that the Technology Master Plan would allow the ability to
redirect resources and stated that there would be transaction costs that are worth
investments with regard to the ability to connect with customers.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about personnel costs.
The Information Systems Manager indicated that labor costs would be factored into the
plan costs and that approximately 300 staff hours would be needed for establishment of
a social media presence.
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Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the personnel hours are part of or in addition to the total
plan costs.
The Information Systems Manager clarified that the personnel hours have not been
factored into the plan costs.
The City Manager indicated that some staff hours would be absorbed into existing
regular works hours and that for efficiency redirection, a contractor may be considered
in the future
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the Police Vehicle Mobile Data Computers
Replacement and if those items were already due for updates.
The Information Systems Manager indicated that that the Police Vehicle Mobile Data
Computers Replacement useful life expires in January 2016.
The City Manager clarified that most of the projects are part of an existing inventory
replacement.
Mayor Johnson spoke in support of the Technology Master Plan.
It was moved by Council Member Peat and seconded by Council Member Morales, that
the City Council receive and file the Technology Master Plan: FY 2015 -16 through FY
2019 -20.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as
the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors.
Item No. 14: APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH CYPRESS COLLEGE FOR USE OF
POOL.
The Director of Recreation and Community Services provided background information on
this item.
Council Member Peat asked if there are expenses in the current agreement with the
Anaheim Union High School District for use of the Cypress High School pool.
The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded no.
Mayor Pro Tem Yarc spoke in support of the use of the Cypress College pool, and
expressed appreciation to Cypress College for its use.
Council Member Morales asked if additional summer aquatics classes would be offered
due to the larger pool.
The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded that additional summer
aquatics classes would not be offered, however a duplicate schedule as in past years is
allowable due to the larger pool.
Mayor Johnson spoke regarding the Cypress High School pool refurbishment.
The Director of Recreation and Community Services stated that use of the Cypress High
School pool has been secured for summer aquatics programs for several years and that,
typically, uses outside of the Joint Uses Agreement would not be allowed, however
several of the high school pools are being refurbished. She indicated that it is fortunate
that Cypress College is allowing the use.
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Mayor Johnson spoke of the success of the City's summer aquatics program and thanked
Dr. Robert Simpson, Cypress College President, for his cooperation.
It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Peat, that
the City Council, acting as the ex- officio governing Board of Directors for the Cypress
Recreation and Park District: 1) Approve the Cypress College Pool Use Agreement and
authorize the City Manager to execute the same; and 2) Appropriate funds in the amount
of $5,000 from the District's General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to account 212-
90305.4188_100 (Contract Services — Public) for reimbursement of pool chemical costs
to Cypress College.
The motion•was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Berry, Morales, Peat, Yarc and Johnson
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
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.
None.
ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Mayor Johnson requested reports from the Council Members on their respective
committee assignments.
Council Member Peat:
Attended the Rising Stars and Youth Juried Arts Awards. Attended the FOCCA
scholarship awards. Attended an O.C. Fire Authority Academy for Directors.
Council Member Yarc:
Attended the Rising Stars and Youth Juried Arts Awards. Attended the FOCCA
Scholarship awards. Attended the Tip -A -Cop fundraiser at Chili's Restaurant.
Attended a BRACE /AGENT Workshop. Attended a tour of the Joint Forces Training
Base. Participated in the Pancreatic Cancer fundraiser walk. Attended the welcome
breakfast for the Executive Assistant. Attended a Woman's Club of Cypress Installation
luncheon. Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Operations Committee meeting.
Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Workplace Harassment training.
Council Member Morales:
Attended the Rising Stars and Youth Juried Arts Awards. Attended the Tip -A -Co
fundraiser at Chili's Restaurant. Attended the St. John Bosco High School 75th
Anniversary celebration. Attended an O.C. Government Leaders Prayer breakfast.
Attended the John F. Kennedy High School 19th Annual Scholarship Foundation event.
Complimented a local Cypress church on their financial support related to the Cypress
apartment structure fire of May 5, 2015.
Council Member Berry:
Attended an O.C. Transportation Authority Special Needs Advisory Committee meeting.
Attended the Rising Stars and Youth Juried Arts Awards. Attended the FOCCA
Scholarship awards. Attended the Anaheim Union High School District Ad Hoc
Committee meeting. Attended the Tip -A -Cop fundraiser at Chili's Restaurant. Attended
the welcome breakfast for the Executive Assistant. Attended a Woman's Club of
Cypress Installation luncheon. Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Workplace
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Harassment training. Attended an O.C. Government Leaders Prayer breakfast.
Attended a Mother's Day Luncheon at the Cypress Senior Citizens Center. Attended
the Boys & Girls Club of Cypress Summer Open House. Attended the Cypress College
Scholarship awards.
Mayor Johnson:
Attended the Rising Stars and Youth Juried Arts Awards. Attended the Tip -A -Cop
fundraiser at Chili's Restaurant. Attended a BRACE meeting. Attended an O.C. Fair
event for local cities. Attended a tour of the Joint Forces Training Base. Attended an
O.C. Government Leaders Prayer breakfast. Attended an O.C. Fire Authority Academy
for Directors.
ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER:
The City Manager announced the Valley Vista Services, Inc. community outreach
meetings to be held on May 19, 2015 and June 6, 2015, at the Cypress Community
Center. He informed that Golden State Water Company would be holding a public
hearing on mandatory water conservation and drought response on May 20, 2015, at
the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. He reminded of the American Red Cross Blood Drive
to be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at the Cypress Community Center.
Mayor Johnson announced the Relay for Life in Cypress on August 1 — 2, 2015, at
Grace Christian School.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:23 p.m. to Tuesday, May
26, 2015, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room.
ATTEST:
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