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2015-10-26059 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL HELD October 26, 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 Council Member Jon Peat Staff present: City Manager Peter Grant City Attorney Anthony Taylor Assistant City Attorney Lindsay Tabaian ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None. CLOSED SESSION: The City Attorney reported that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session regarding Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), KDC, Inc., dba Dynalectric v. Bannaoun Engineers Constructors Corporation, et al. and Bannaoun Engineers Constructors Corporation v. City of Cypress, et al., Case No. 30- 2014 - 00739525- CU- OR -CJC, Orange County Superior Court. At 6:31 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 7:03 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 Assistant City Attorney Lindsay Tabaian Director of Finance and Administrative Services Matt Burton Police Commander Steven Ramsey Director of Community Development Doug Dancs Director of Recreation and Community Services June Liu Assistant Director of Finance and Administrative Services Donna Mullally City Engineer Kamran Dadbeh City Planner Doug Hawkins Acting Public Works Superintendent Gonzalo Vazquez Management Analyst Anna Sanchez Senior Management Analyst Alisha Farnell Deputy City Clerk Rhonda Barone City Clerk Denise Basham CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 060 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Berry. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Pastor Mike McKay, Cypress 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 — Existing Litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), KDC, Inc., dba Dynalectric v. Bannaoun Engineers Constructors Corporation, et al. and Bannaoun Engineers Constructors Corporation v. City of Cypress, et al., Case No. 30- 2014 - 00739525- CU- OR -CJC, Orange County Superior Court. He stated that no reportable action was taken. No other action was taken in Closed Session, nor was any solicited. PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Johnson read a proclamation proclaiming November 3, 2015 as "Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day" in the City of Cypress. 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. David Rose, Cypress, spoke regarding the California Fair Political Practices Commission fines against George Briggeman and his affiliation with Valley Vista Services, Inc. Stacia DeFazio, Cypress, spoke regarding the proposed Orange Avenue development. Jon Hultman, Oxford Academy PTSA, read a Resolution regarding the proposed Orange Avenue development. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 P.M. (PUBLIC COMMENTS RESTRICTED TO TEN MINUTES PER SPEAKER, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL). Item No. 1: APPROVE BARTON PLACE SENIOR HOUSING AND COMMERCIAL RETAIL CENTER AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF KATELLA AVENUE AND ENTERPRISE DRIVE — BARTON PLACE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, SITE PLAN REVIEW, AND VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 17830. The Director of Community Development and the City Planner provided background information on this item. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about residential and commercial entrances and exits. The City Planner indicated that residents would have a gated entrance on Enterprise Drive, off of Katella Avenue, and that there would be three commercial retail center access points. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if there would be traffic signals. The City Planner responded no. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if there would be a traffic signal on Katella Avenue. The City Planner responded no. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if there would be left turn access from Katella Avenue. The City Planner responded no. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if a traffic analysis was included in the Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The City Planner responded in the affirmative. Council Member Morales asked about liquefaction. The City Planner indicated that the entire City has potential for liquefaction. Council Member Berry asked if traffic signals could be considered in the future. The City Planner responded in the affirmative, and clarified that the installation of traffic signals would have to be jointly agreed upon with the City of Los Alamitos. Council Member Berry asked if migratory birds could only be removed when they are not nesting. The City Planner responded in the affirmative. Council Member Berry asked if the north side of the project is elevated in order to allow for underwater runoff. The City Planner responded in the affirmative. Council Member Berry asked if the water runoff would be visible. The City Planner responded no. Mayor Johnson asked about the decrease in the number of units as compared to the original proposal. The City Planner responded that the original proposal included three -story apartment components and that the developer later eliminated that option and instead proposed single - family homes. Mayor Johnson asked about open space and property size. The City Planner indicated that the properties would be larger. Mayor Johnson asked about tenant age options should there not be a strong purchasing response from 55 years of age and older tenants. The City Planner clarified that the Specific Plan restricts the use to tenants 55 years of age and older. The public hearing was opened. Mayor Johnson asked if there was anyone who wished to speak on this item. The applicant, Mark Kerslake, provided a visual presentation and stated that he agrees with the Conditions of Approval. Council Member Peat asked about the financing options. Mr. Kerslake responded that the housing would be financed in a conventional ownership manner. Council Member Peat asked about age requirements. 3 061 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 Mr. Kerslake replied that, as regulated by Federal Law, tenants must be at least 55 years of age and that every unit must have a qualified resident over the age of 55, with exclusions for legally disabled children and limited visitation rights for children. Council Member Peat asked about concerns with regard to the lack of the ability for vehicles to make a left -hand turn. Mr. Kerslake commented that there are no concerns with the lack of ability for vehicles to make a left -hand turn, and indicated that there is a left -hand turn pocket at Siboney Street. Council Member Peat asked about parking enforcement. Mr. Kerslake indicated that parking enforcement would be part of the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC &R) and overseen by the homeowners association board and property management company. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked what his company would continue to own once the properties are built and sold. Mr. Kerslake stated that his company would own a portion of the commercial retail center. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about the establishment of a homeowners association and CC &R compliance. Mr. Kerslake indicated that an Orange County law firm has been retained and that there is a Condition of Approval that indicates that City staff and the City Attorney review and approve the CC &R prior to recordation. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the residents would select the Board of Directors. Mr. Kerslake responded in the affirmative. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked when the units would be for sale. Mr. Kerslake responded that groundbreaking would occur in the second quarter of 2016 with a model complex ready six to nine months afterwards. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc spoke of the need for a large restaurant in the City. Mr. Kerslake indicated that the large commercial retail units could accommodate a sit - down restaurant. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc suggested that the applicant work with Retail Strategies when determining tenants for the commercial retail center. Mr. Kerslake responded in the affirmative. Council Member Morales spoke of the commercial retail space merge and the importance that the project meets the needs and desires of the community. He thanked the applicant for his time and responsiveness. Council Member Berry spoke in support of a larger restaurant in the commercial retail space. Mr. Kerslake stated that there is space available to accommodate what he and the City Council would agree is a well- suited mix of retailers. Council Member Berry asked about security gate access. Mr. Kerslake responded that tenants would use a key fob. Council Member Berry asked about the price range of the proposed homes. 4 062 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 Mr. Kerslake stated that the anticipated home selling price range would be between $500,000 up to $800,000. Council Member Berry asked about the homeowners association dues. Mr. Kerslake responded that the homeowners association dues would be $200. Council Member Berry asked about the target market. Mr. Kerslake spoke of the housing re -sale market and the desirable schools and amenities in the area that would be beneficial to home sales. Council Member Berry asked about guest parking. Mr. Kerslake stated that guest parking would be available all the way around the loop street. Council Member Berry asked if there would be drought tolerant landscaping. Mr. Kerslake responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson asked about the planting of mature trees. Mr. Kerslake replied that mature trees would be planted. Mayor Johnson asked about tenant privacy from the streets. Mr. Kerslake indicated that the development would include a heavily planted landscape strip. Mayor Johnson asked about tenant security. Mr. Kerslake stated that there would be an unmanned gated entrance and that roving security may be considered by the homeowners association board. Mayor Johnson asked about emergency services access. Mr. Kerslake indicated that a Knox Box and a secondary point of entrance would allow for emergency vehicle access. Mayor Johnson asked about tax benefits to the Cypress School District. Mr. Kerslake indicated that 85 percent of the project is within the Cypress School District boundaries, with the hope to straighten the line so that it is 100 percent. Mayor Johnson asked if the development is age- restricted. Mr. Kerslake responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson spoke in support of the project. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about privacy from the Los Alamitos Race Track property. Mr. Kerslake stated that there is a Condition of Approval for construction of an eight foot high wall and that there is a 60 foot railroad easement currently separating the proposed development from the Los Alamitos Race Track. David Rose, Cypress, spoke in support of the project and comparisons of surrounding cities' projects. Terry McCarthy, Cypress, spoke in support of the project and asked about the number of homeowners associations. George Pardon, Cypress, spoke in support of the project. 5 063 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 064 Mr. Kerslake indicated that there would be one homeowners association. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked about park in -lieu fees. Mr. Kerslake stated that the park in -lieu fee would be $8,000 per unit. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the park in -lieu fees could be used at the City's discretion. The City Manager indicated that the park in -lieu fees are restricted funds to be used only for park development and improvements. The public hearing was closed. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc spoke in favor of the project. Mayor Johnson spoke in favor of the project. It was moved by Council Member Peat and seconded by Council Member Morales, that the City Council: 1) Adopt the Resolution by title only, certifying the Environmental Impact Report and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; and 2) Adopt the Resolutions by title only, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 3019, Site Plan Review No. 3020, and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 17830, 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. 6533 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH #2013121083), ADOPTING THE STATEMENT OF FACTS AND FINDINGS AS REQUIRED BY PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21081(A) AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15091, AND APPROVING A MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM AS REQUIRED BY PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21081.6 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15097, AS RELATED TO BARTON PLACE SENIOR HOUSING AND COMMERCIAL RETAIL PROJECT LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF KATELLA AVENUE AND ENTERPRISE DRIVE IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS, CALIFORNIA RESOLUTION NO. 6534 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3019 — WITH CONDITIONS RESOLUTION NO. 6535 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 3020 — WITH CONDITIONS RESOLUTION NO. 6536 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 17830 SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 065 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 Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Peat, to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 2 through 9. 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. 2: APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF OCTOBER 12, 2015. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of the Meeting of October 12, 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: PROCLAIM NOVEMBER 3, 2015 AS "LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORDS AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL DAY" IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS. Recommendation: That the City Council officially proclaim November 3, 2015 as "Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day" in the City of Cypress. Item No. 5: TEN DAY REPORT FOR THE MORATORIUM ON NEW RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE OFFICE PROFESSIONAL, COMMERCIAL NEIGHBORHOOD, COMMERCIAL GENERAL, AND COMMERCIAL HEAVY ZONES. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Issue the 10 -Day Report, pursuant to Government Code Section 65858(d), regarding Interim Ordinance No. 1150, establishing a 45 -day temporary moratorium on new residential uses, including multi - family and mixed use, in the Office Professional, Commercial Neighborhood, Commercial General, and Commercial Heavy Zones; and 2) Notice a Public Hearing for November 9, 2015 to consider extending the 45 -day temporary moratorium for 10 months and 15 days. Item No. 6: APPROVE A SIGN PROGRAM FOR 5660 KATELLA AVENUE — DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 3053. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, approving Design Review Committee Permit No. 3053, subject to the conditions in Exhibit "A" of the Resolution. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a Categorical Exemption, Class 11 will be filed for this project. RESOLUTION NO. 6537 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PERMIT NO. 3053 — WITH CONDITIONS Item No. 7: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MEASURE M2 ANNUAL EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014 -15. Recommendation: That the City Council, and acting as the ex- officio Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, adopt the Resolution by title only, providing the required annual Expenditure Report for Measure M2 Funds to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2015. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES RESOLUTION NO. 6538 OCTOBER 26, 2015 066 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS, AND ACTING AS THE EX- OFFICIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CYPRESS RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, CONCERNING THE MEASURE M2 EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CYPRESS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 Item No. 8: RECEIVE AND FILE INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2015. Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Investment Report for the month of September 2015. Item No. 9: APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST AND WIRE TRANSFERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015 -16 FOR WARRANTS NO. 36107 THROUGH 36215. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the attached warrant register and wire transfers for Fiscal Year 2015 -16. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Johnson recessed the meeting at 8:18 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:23 p.m. NEW BUSINESS: No items. RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT MATTERS: The Cypress City Council, Acting as the Ex Officio Governing Board of Directors. Item No. 10: PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES CONDITION AND UTILIZATION ASSESSMENT STUDY. The Director of Community Development provided background information on this item. Council Member Berry asked about similar studies. The Director of Community Development indicated that studies had been done on infrastructure data but nothing with regard to recreational usage at Arnold /Cypress and Oak Knoll Parks. Council Member Berry asked if current trends and changing populations would be taken into consideration. The Director of Community Development responded in the affirmative. Council Member Berry asked if drought tolerant turf would be included in the study. The Director of Community Development stated that drought tolerant turf would be part of the landscape architects' Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Council Member Berry asked if fee structures would be reviewed. The Director of Community Development responded that fee structures are not included in the scope of work. The City Manager clarified that a City -wide fee study is budgeted separately from the assessment study. 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 Council Member Berry asked if the landscape architect, fee study, and assessment study could be combined and done by one consultant. The City Manager spoke of the specific expertise of each consultant and indicated that each project would be part of a blended comprehensive plan with recommendations to the City Council. Council Member Berry commented that the Cypress Senior Citizens Center is already working on its Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliance. The Director of Community Development stated that interior improvements are needed to the Cypress Senior Citizens Center and that it would be more effective to combine all of the ADA improvements at the same time. Council Member Morales asked if the Recreation and Community Services Commission would be involved in the RFQ process. The Director of Community Development responded in the affirmative, and informed that there would be stakeholder input, as well. Council Member Morales asked if the Arnold /Cypress Park picnic pavilion would be included in the assessment study. The Director of Community Development stated that the assessment study would focus on overall sports usage and that all park amenities would be considered. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc expressed concerns with the assessment study costs and asked if staff could conduct the assessment study, and the funds instead be used for park improvements. The City Manager clarified that this item is for the City Council to authorize the scope of work, and that no monies would be spent at this point. He stated that the staff and City Council changes and suggestions would be incorporated into the RFQ, and that the analysis would be an opportunity for the City Council to decide the path and vision of the City parks. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked where the assessment study funding is budgeted. The City Manager replied that the assessment study would likely be funded from the Cypress Recreation and Park District budget. Council Member Peat suggested that the assessment study include a vision for the future and options for multi -use sports fields, as well as greater use of state -of- the -art facilities. Mayor Johnson spoke of the previous facilities study done. The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded that the previous facilities study did not include park utilization or the Cypress Senior Citizens Center. Mayor Johnson spoke regarding Arnold /Cypress Park uses and layout, and suggested that the Advisory Committee on Use of Athletic Facilities (ACUAF) and the Barton Place development revenues be used. He suggested that a cost analysis be done to compare artificial turf versus grass, and that usage of newer parks such as Veterans Park be assessed. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked for clarification on this item, and if the approval is for a study. The City Manager clarified that the requested City Council action is for the approval of the scope of work for an RFQ for an assessment study. Mayor Johnson asked if the Boys and Girls Club of Cypress would be included in the assessment study. 9 067 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 068 The City Manager responded no, and clarified that it would not be appropriate as the City works in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Cypress. It was moved by Council Member Morales and seconded by Council Member Berry, that the City Council, and acting as the ex- officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, approve the scope of work for the Parks and Recreation Facilities Condition and Utilization Assessment Study. 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. 11: REVIEW OF 2015 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS EVENT. The Director of Recreation and Community Services provided background information on this item. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc asked if the City of Los Alamitos could continue its event partnership should their trash hauler's financial contribution cease. The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded that the multi- agency event committee would meet in January 2016 to further discuss. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc commented on the low Cypress resident attendance at the 2015 event. Council Member Morales asked if the 2016 event is scheduled to occur. The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded in the affirmative. Council Member Morales asked about the Joint Forces Training Base fee. The Director of Recreation and Community Services indicated that the Joint Forces Training Base has set fees based upon the usage areas and time, and that the total license agreement fee paid to the Joint Forces Training Base was $4,860. The City Manager stated that the Strategic Plan includes staff review of event options for 2017 with consideration to attendance and costs. Council Member Berry asked about Cypress resident attendance compared to previous years. The Director of Recreation and Community Services indicated that residential attendance surveys had not been done in past years, and spoke of variable factors that include a different event entrance for VIP's and military personnel attendance. Mayor Johnson asked about the four agencies' residential attendance. The Director of Recreation and Community Services responded that 65 percent of the attendees were not from the four sponsoring cities. She stated that spectators at neighborhood parks were surveyed as well. It was moved by Council Member Berry and seconded by Council Member Peat, that the City Council, and acting as the ex- officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation and Park District, receive and file this report. 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 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: For Matters Not on the Agenda. None. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: OCTOBER 26, 2015 069 Mayor Johnson requested reports from the Council Members on their respective committee assignments. Council Member Berry: Attended the Cypress Chamber of Commerce Networking breakfast. Attended a Soroptimist business meeting. Attended a Woman's Club of Cypress fundraiser. Attended a Boys and Girls Club of Cypress meeting. Attended the City of Stanton State of the City luncheon. Attended the O.C. Vector Control Policy and Personnel Committee and Board meetings. Attended an Assemblywoman Young Kim event. Attended the O.C. Sanitation District State of the District breakfast. Attended the Cypress Farmers Market ribbon cutting. Attended the Red Ribbon Week kick -off breakfast. Attended a Woman's Club of Cypress Board meeting. Attended the Strategic Planning retreat. Attended an Arnold Elementary School fundraiser. Attended a Soroptimist fundraiser. Council Member Morales: Attended the O.C. Sanitation District State of the District breakfast. Attended the Strategic Planning retreat. Attended a Cypress High School football game. Attended the Wings, Wheels, Rotors, and Expo at the Joint Forces Training Base. Council Member Peat: Attended the Strategic Planning retreat. Attended an Arnold Elementary School fundraiser. Mayor Pro Tem Yarc: Attended the O.C. Sanitation District State of the District breakfast. Attended a Cypress College President's reception. Attended the Woman's Club of Southern California conference. Attended the Cypress Farmers Market ribbon cutting. Attended a Cypress College Foundation Executive Committee meeting. Attended the Red Ribbon Week kick -off breakfast. Attended an O.C. Sanitation District Special Board meeting. Attended the Strategic Planning retreat. Attended a Cypress College Board of Directors meeting. Attended a Barton Place meeting with staff. Attended a Cypress High School football game. Mayor Johnson: Met with City staff to discuss a future town hall meeting. Attended the City of Stanton State of the City luncheon. Attended an O.C. Fire Authority meeting. Attended the Strategic Planning retreat. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER: The City Manager encouraged attendance to the Farmer's Market held every Sunday at the Cypress Community Center. Announced the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast to be held on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at the Cypress Community Center. Informed of the Boys and Girls Club of Cypress fundraiser set for Friday, November 6, 2015 at the Los Alamitos Race Track. Thanked the City Council and Executive Team for their work at the Strategic Planning retreat held on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at the Cypress Community Center. Informed that there would be a community meeting in January 2016 to discuss land use and planning. Reminded of Halloween safety. 11 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2015 070 ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 9:17 p.m. to Monday, November 9, 2015, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Executive Board Room. ATTEST: MAYOR OF HE CITY OF CYPRESS CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS 12