Minutes 86-02-2437
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CYPRESS CITY COUNCIL
HELD
February 24, 1986
The regular meeting of the Cypress City Council was called to order at 7:33 p.m. on Monday,
February 24, 1986, in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress,
California, Mayor Otto Lacayo presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Laeayo
ABSENT: Councilman Coronado
Also present were City Manager /City Clerk Darrell Essex, City Attorney Mark Huebsch, and
the following staff members: Barrett, Beardsley, DeCarlo, Eynon, Hurst, Leonard and
Lowenberg.
Mayor Lacayo announced that Councilman Coronado had telephoned him to indicate that he
was ill with the flu and would be absent tonight.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chief Lowenberg led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: No oral communications were presented at this time.
PRESENTATIONS: Mr. Essex reported that representatives were unable to be present for
Item #1 on the agenda; therefore, Mayor Laeayo continued the presentation of a resolution of
commendation to the Pomona Center, California Conservation Corps, to the next meeting.
Police Officer Jimmie Starnes thanked the City Council, on behalf of the Police Department
and Cypress School Board, for their support of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education
Program, and presented each of the Councilmembers with a D.A.R.E. program teddy bear.
Officer Starnes stated the D.A.R.E. program is designed for the sixth grade level, and
teaches students drug awareness through lesson plans developed by the Police Department
and School District and interaction by a Police Officer in the classrooms and on playgrounds.
Mayor Laeayo read a Resolution adopted at the last Council meeting commending Officer
Starnes for pioneering the D.A.R.E. program in the Cypress School District and for his
dynamic leadership and role as an instructor, counselor and positive role model for children.
Mayor Laeayo presented the Resolution to Officer Starnes.
Finance Director Larry Hurst presented Mayor Lacayo with two awards recently presented to
the City by the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers. Cypress was one of four
California cities to receive an award in the category "Innovations in Budgeting" for its 1985-
86 Goals and Objectives budget booklet. The second award for "Excellence in Financial
Reporting" was received for the 1984 -85 edition of the City's Annual Financial Statements.
Mr. Mike Moreland, representing the City's auditing firm, described the review process for
the awards and reported that this year there were 58 awards in the outstanding category and
six in the meritorious category and this was the second consecutive year that Cypress had
won the outstanding awards.
STAFF REPORTS & DISCUSSION: At the City Manager's request, the Mayor added Item #40
to the agenda regarding an Executive Session for personnel and litigation matters.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: PARCEL MAP NO. 85 -321, WARLAND
INVES'TMENTS, LTD., SOUTHWEST CORNER OF KATELLA AVENUE AND KNOTT
STREET: Mayor Lacayo opened the public hearing and announced that the applicant had
requested a continuance of the hearing to the April 28 meeting. Hearing no objections, the
Mayor continued the public hearing to the April 28 meeting.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT - MR.
CHARLES B. BAKRE, D.B.A. BAKRE & DAVIES CURB PAINTING: Mayor Laeayo opened
the public hearing. Mr. Essex presented a report dated February 18 indicating this hearing
was continued from the January 27 meeting to allow consideration by a full Council.
Mayor Lacayo announced that the Council had approved a policy statement at their last
meeting and had decided to reserve Special Permit applications for non - profit groups.
Councilman Kanel suggested refunding the application fee to this applicant and Councilman
Partin stated he wished to abide by the new policy.
The Mayor asked if the applicant wished to speak. The applicant was present but did not
have any comments. There were no other speakers on the application.
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It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Partin to close the hearing,
deny the application by Mr. Charles B. Bakre, and approve the refund of his application fee.
Councilman Mullen stated he supported limiting this activity to non - profit groups and denial
of the application.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 86 -6, 52-
UNIT MOTEL (SUN SHINE INN), 5651 LINCOLN AVENUE: The City Manager presented a
report from the Planning Director dated February 14 indicating that the applicant requested
a continuance of the hearing to the April 28 meeting.
Mr. Cal Vanderhide of Realty World, representing the property owners Dr. and Mrs. Pomeroy,
stated he was in favor of continuing the public hearing.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor continued the public hearing regarding C.U.P. #86 -6 to the
April 28 meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING RE: AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 80 -9, MIRACLE
LAND KOREAN BAPTIST CHURCH, PRE - SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL BUILDING, 4371
CERRITOS AVENUE: Mayor Lacayo opened the public hearing. The Planning Director
summarized a report dated February 18 describing the application to construct a two -story
building for pre- school and Sunday school classes. Mrs. Eynon reported that the applicant's
original request was to offer facilities for kindergarten and first grade students also, but a
Zoning Ordinance amendment in 1982 prohibited educational institutions beyond pre- school
age children in the RS -6000 Zone.
Reverend John Park, 2850 South Street, Long Beach, the applicant, stated their Sunday
School is growing and they need the educational building. He reported that presently they
conduct four or five classes outdoors.
Reverend Jack Nielson, the Youth Pastor, stated they desire a full -time bi- lingual school. He
reported there are 80 in their youth group and they have a pressing need for a larger teaching
facility. Rev. Nielson stated they would like a full school but realize it is unacceptable at
present.
The Council discussed the possibility of allowing an expanded school use in the RS -6000 Zone
and the City Manager recommended that this issue be considered separately from the
application.
The Mayor asked for speakers in support of the application. There were no speakers in
support. He asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition.
Mr. Jim Broder, 4412 Patricia Drive, Cypress, an adjoining property owner, asked where the
new building would be located. Staff presented slides of the property and outlined the
location of the new building which would be directly behind the existing building. They
reported there would be no additional building encroachment on the residences to the east.
Mr. Broder stated that weekend activities are heavy at times and he cannot enjoy his patio
and he would be concerned with a full -time school. He stated the grassy area is used during
the week by small children for outdoor activities.
Mr. Richard Kellaway, 4422 Patricia Drive, Cypress, stated his main objection to the
proposal is the tremendous noise from the children outside. He stated he has a pool, and that
dirt and bottles are thrown over the fence. He felt both the Korean and Grace Lutheran
Churches were creating the problems. Mr. Kellaway stated he had complained about noise to
the Lutheran Church, and noise abates for a period of time but then resumes.
Rev. Nielson stated the Church has never received a complaint during their five years of
operation. He stated that youths leaving their Friday evening services have been warned
about creating a disturbance for the neighbors and the Church attempts to control them.
Rev. Nielson asked that the neighbors notify him if they experience problems.
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It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close the hearing
and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving the amendment to C.U.P.
#80 -9 subject to the 19 conditions, and approve a refund of a portion of the filing fee in the
amount of $200 consistent with the newly adopted major /minor fee schedule (Resolution
#3045):
RESOLUTION NO. 3046
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 80 -9 - WITH CONDITIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Laeayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -7, ITALIAN RESTAURANT
WITH ON -SALE BEER AND WINE, 4013 ORANGE AVENUE: Mayor Laeayo opened the
public hearing. The Planning Director presented a report dated February 19 describing the
application.
Mrs. Marisela DiPietro, 5592 Lime Avenue, Cypress, the applicant, reported the tentative
hours of operation would be 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and they propose a full menu including
pizza. She stated her husband has experience in the restaurant business.
Mayor Lacayo asked if there were speakers in support or opposition. There were no other
speakers.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to close the public
hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving C.U.P. #86 -7
subject to the eight conditions recommended by staff:
RESOLUTION NO. 3047
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -7 -
WITH CONDITTIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBFRS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -8, DAY CARE CENTER, 9090
MOODY STREET: Mayor Lacayo opened the public hearing. The Planning Director
presented a report dated February 13 describing the request to continue the operation of the
Cypress Children Center day care facility at the Lincoln /Moody Apartment Complex. Mrs.
Eynon reported that staff received one telephone call from a person who inquired about the
procedure for making comments on the proposal.
Mrs. Emily Evans, 12062 Argyle, Los Alamitos, the applicant, was present to answer
questions.
The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in support or in opposition. No one wished to
speak.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close the hearing
and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving C.U.P. #86 -8 subject to the
11 conditions in Exhibit A:
RESOLUTION NO. 3048
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -8 -
WITH CONDITIONS.
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The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBER.S: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -9, KARATE STUDIO, 4961
ORANGE AVENUE: The Mayor opened the public hearing. The Planning Director
summarized a report dated February 12 regarding the application to operate a Karate Studio
in the Picadilly Center at 4961 Orange Avenue.
Mr. Mike Nall, 5552 Lincoln Avenue, #455, Cypress, the applicant, was present.
The Mayor asked for speakers in support or in opposition. There was no one wishing to speak.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to close the public
hearing and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows, approving C.U.P. #86 -9
subject to the eight conditions, and to refund a portion of the filing fee in the amount of $200
consistent with newly adopted Resolution #3045:
RESOLUTION NO. 3049
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86 -9 -
WITH CONDI`CIONS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
Mayor Lacayo announced that Items #32,33 and 34 would be taken out of order for the
benefit of members of the audience who were present to hear these items.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF STAFF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE
CYPRESS BOYS' CLUB LEASE: The City Manager presented a report dated February 20
indicating that the Committee had met on February 10. Mr. Essex reported that the
Committee had discussed the availability of dates at the Boys' Club and had determined that
there were very limited hours available for additional bingo operations, and some concern
was expressed about conducting bingo operations in relation to operation of the Boys' Club
itself. Mr. Essex reported that, because of the upcoming termination of the American Legion
sub - lease, the Boy's Club representatives would return to the Board to discuss the possibility
of having another group take over a few nights of the American Legion bingo dates and
consider extending the lease to the American Legion for additional days to make up for the
time they allocate to another organization.
Councilman Kanel reported on the bingo schedule of various groups using the facility and
stated it is almost impossible to get anyone else in there. He stated Councilman Coronado
had inquired about the possibility of having the Kennedy High School theater group use the
building for bingo games as a fund raiser. Councilman Kanel reported that the Boys' Club has
a general policy of trying to limit bingo and use of the building to Cypress based
organizations.
Mr. Ray Thompson, Executive Director of the Cypress Boys' Club, reported that the Board's
unanimous motion was to keep bingo at the Boys' Club open to City based groups only.
Mayor Lacayo asked what authority the Council had in approving the Boys' Club policy in
accordance with their lease. The City Attorney responded that, under the terms of the lease,
the City does not directly control the formulation of policy by the Boys' Club. He reported
that any sub- leases require the City's approval. The Boys' Club has the ability to propose
specific sub- leases to the City and the City could either approve or deny them. He indicated
that the Boys' Club lease does not differentiate between short and long -term sub - leases.
Chief Lowenberg stated his concern was over enforcement as it relates to a licensed bingo
organization giving permission to another group to operate bingo under their license. He
stated such a situation would be a dangerous precedent and the Police Department would lose
control on enforcement and in their ability to audit the books on the Boys' Club premises.
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Councilman Kanel asked about the legality of the American Legion turning over several of
their bingo dates to the Kennedy theater group who would need a separate sub - lease. The
City Attorney pointed out that sub - leases and bingo permits are different issues, and that
bingo permits are not transferable. Councilman Kanel asked if a group could conduct a one
time only bingo operation at Cypress College, for example. The City Attorney stated the
group could not since the City Code requires that an organization operate bingo on property
which has been donated to it and which is used for the office or the general purposes of that
organization.
Mayor Lacayo stated that Councilman Coronado had an interest in this item so it would be
continued and he requested that the Boys' Club representatives be present at the next
meeting.
Chief Lowenberg stated the original agreement with the American Legion provides that their
permit would be approved on a year -to -year basis, and the permit expires May 5. He stated
his understanding was that the permit would be temporary until they find a more permanent
location. Councilman Mullen noted that the American Legion has new officers now who
might be unaware of the permit expiration date and he requested that they he notified.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Lacayo continued this item to the March 10 meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF SELECTION OF AMBULANCE SERVICE: The City Manager presented
a report dated February 20 concerning the provision of ambulance service.
In discussing this matter, the Council expressed their desire to review all background
material relating to staff's recommendations for the primary and secondary service and
specifically the Request for Proposal, the responses, and staff's evaluation.
Battalion Chief Kevin Brame of the Orange County Fire Department, 180 S. Water Street,
Orange, reported that he, Captain Krauss and the City Attorney had reviewed all of the RFP
process docurnents. He reported that only two proposals were submitted to the City.
The Council requested that the City Manager review all of the background and R.F.P.
material with the Fire Department's office and return with a report.
Mr. Mike Dimas, President of Medix ambulance service, suggested that the Council view a
vehicle demonstration by the two companies so that they can compare the on- street
performance levels.
Mr. Leon Ninherg, President of Southland ambulance service, 10600 Katella, Anaheim,
suggested that the Council compare the response record of both companies.
The City Council continued this item to the March 24 meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATIONS: The City Manager presented a report dated February 19 which
outlined the recommendations of the Advisory Committee relating to designation of the eight
public cable channels and the issue of televising City Council meetings.
Dr. Howard Martin, 11530 Panay, Cypress, Chairman of the Advisory Committee, asked if
the Council wanted the Committee to undertake a study of the pros and cons of televising
the Council meetings.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Lacayo to authorize the Cable
Television Advisory Committee to study and report back on the advisability of televising City
Council meetings and direct the City staff to formally request that Copley /Colony dedicate
the public channels as outlined in the staff report.
Mayor Lacayo asked if staff had received any input from Copley on the channels. Mr.
Barrett reported that Copley had agreed that the City was to determine the allocation of the
eight reserved channels. Although the franchise agreement allows Copley to use the reserved
channels without a designation, Copley agreed to refrain until the City wants to release
them.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
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RECESS: Mayor Lacayo called a recess at 9:23 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:31 p.m.
with Councilman Coronado absent.
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPE
AND IRRIGATION SYSTEM ON BERM ON NORTH SIDE OF STANTON CHANNEL BETWEEN
VALLEY VIEW STREET AND KNOTT STREET - MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1, CITY OF
CYPRESS PROJECT NO. 8615 -90: Mr. Essex presented a report from the Public Works
Director dated February 14 outlining four bids received.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to: (1) authorize an
appropriation from the fund balance of the General Fund and appropriate $11,400.00 to
Account #4187 -11- 217.08; and (2) determine that Environmental Care, Inc., 1960 S. Yale
Street, Santa Ana, California, is the lowest responsible bidder and award them the contract
for Project #8615 -90 per their proposal in the amount of $11,400.00. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) POLICE
UNITS: Mr. Essex presented a report from the Finance Director dated February 14
describing the two police units recommended for purchase.
It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to: (1) determine that
it is in the hest interest of the City of Cypress to dispense with formal competitive bidding
nursuant to City Code Section 21A -8f due to non - availability of units at the present time; (2)
authorize the purchase of one 1985 Ford Crown Victoria police unit from Crenshaw Motors,
5311 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, in the amount of $12,260.54 using the
payment terms incentive; and (3) authorize the purchase of one 1985 Chevrolet Impala police
unit from Maurice J. Sopp & Sons Chevrolet, 5801 Pacific Boulevard, Huntington Park,
California, in the amount of $12,434.86. The motion unanimously carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR COMMUNITY CENTER LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE: Mr. Essex presented a report from the Recreation & Park Director dated
February 17 recommending that the maintenance contract be awarded to Western Landscape
Management which has been performing the work at no cost to the District since December
of 1985.
Acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation & Park
District, it was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin to dispense
with the regular bidding procedure and award a contract to Western Landscape Management,
1556 Sequoia Avenue, Placentia, California, for weekly landscape maintenance of the
Cypress Community Center for a period of six months at a monthly fee of $800.00, with
funds from Account #4187 -11- 232 -08. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed on the agenda under "Consent Calendar" are to be
considered by the Council as routine and enacted by one motion approving the
recommendations listed on the agenda.
Mr. Essex requested that Item #19 be continued to the next meeting. He also requested a
change to Item #30 and stated the "no parking" zone on Walker, north of Hanover, should be
on the east side only. In regard to Item #27, Mayor Lacayo announced that the hotel /motel
moratorium applies only to the CH Commercial Heavy Zone and not to the Cypress Business
Park area. In regard to Item #20, Councilman Partin recommended that only those
properties which have a real weed problem be included in the abatement program.
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It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Kanel to approve Consent
Calendar Items #14 through #30, with the corrections to Items #19 and #30. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
Item #14: Motion to Approve City Council Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of
February 3, 1986, and the Regular Meeting of February 10, 1986.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Minutes of February 3, 1986 and
February 10, 1986 as submitted, with Councilman Mullen abstaining on the February 10
Minutes due to his absence at the meeting.
Item #15: Motion to Introduce and /or Adopt All Ordinances Presented for Consideration by
Title Only and to Waive Further Reading.
Item #16: Consideration of Claims Filed by Femmi Careen Escrow, Inc., Mr. Richard Vance
Beckham, and Femmi Green Beckham.
Recommendation: That the City Council officially reject the subject claims and refer them
to the City's Claims Administrator, Carl Warren & Company, for appropriate disposition.
Item #17: Consideration of Proclaiming February 24 - March 21, 1986, as American Cancer
Society's "Daffodil Days ".
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Council officially proclaim February 24 through
March 21, 1986, as American Cancer Society's "Daffodil Days" in the City of Cypress.
Item #18: Consideration of Resolutions Relating to Reduction of Housing and Community
Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal Year 1986/87.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolutions by title only, titles as
follows, relating to the reduction of the Housing and Community Development Block Grant
Funds for fiscal year 1986/87, and authorize the submittal of the appropriate Resolution to
the U. S. Congress and to the Orange County Board of Supervisors:
RESOLUTION NO. 3050
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS OPPOSING THE CURRENT FEDERAL PROPOSAL TO
SEQUESTER AN ADDITIONAL 15% IN 1- LOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1986/87.
RESOLUTION NO. 3051
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS URGING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS TO CONSIDER THE USE OF NON - COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COUNTY RESOURCES TO
PRESERVE HOUSING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS IN CITIES.
Item #19: Consideration of Employment List - Maintenance Worker II.
Recommendation: That the City Council continue this item to the meeting of March 10,
1986.
Item #20: Consideration of Weed and Rubbish Abatement Program - Resolution Authorizing
Posting of Properties and Declaring City's Intention to Abate.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
declaring that the listed properties constitute a public nuisance; declaring the City's
intention to abate; directing the Street Superintendent to post notices; and setting the time
and place for the Public Hearing of objections to the proposed abatement:
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RESOLUTION NO. 3052
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS DECLARING THAT WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN
FRONT OF, AND RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT UPON OR IN
FRONT OF CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF CYPRESS
CONSTITUTE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, DECLARING PI'S INTENTION
TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT THEREOF, AND SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING THEREON.
Item #21: Consideration of Employment List - Associate Civil Engineer (Traffic).
Recommendation: That the City Council certify the Employment List for the position of
Associate Civil Engineer (Traffic) as submitted.
Item #22: Consideration of Monthly Investment Report for the Month of January 1986.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Item #23: Consideration of Resolution Commending Eagle Scout John Robert Carmichael II.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
commending Boy Scout John Robert Carmichael II on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout:
RESOLUTION NO. 3053
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS COMMENDING BOY SCOUT JOHN ROBERT
CARMICHAEL II ON ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.
Item #24: Consideration of the City of Cypress Lighting District No. 2 - 1986.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
ordering the City Engineer to prepare a Preliminary Report for Cypress Lighting District No.
2:
RESOLUTION NO. 3054
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
ORDERING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE A MAP, PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATE AND PRELIMINARY REPORT,
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF T)IVISION 14, PART 1,
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS
AMENDED, REFERRED TO AS "STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 ",
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF, THE FURNISHING OF ELECTRIC
CURRENT FOR AND THE MAINTENANCE OF A STREET
LIGHTING SYSTEM IN SAID CITY FOR A PERIOD OF ONE (1)
YEAR, BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1986, AND ENDING JANUARY 1,
1987.
Item #25: Consideration of Proposed Position Classification and Compensation Plan
Amendments.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
amending the Position Classification and Basic Compensation Plan:
RESOLUTION NO. 3055
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 975 BY ADDING THE
CLASS SPECIFICATION OF ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER -
TRAFFIC TO THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR
EMPLOYEES IN THE SERVICE OF THE CITY OF CYPRESS.
Item #26: Consideration of a Resolution Establishing Filing Fees for Vesting Tentative Maps.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution by title only, title as follows,
implementing filing fees for Vesting Tentative Maps:
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RESOLUTION NO. 3056
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS ESTABLISHING FILING FEES FOR VESTING TENTATIVE
MAPS.
Item #27: Consideration of Urgency Ordinance Enacting a Zoning Moratorium on
Hotels /Motels in the CH Commercial Heavy Zone.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Ordinance by title only, title as follows,
enacting a zoning moratorium on hotels /motels in the CH Commercial Heavy Zone:
ORDINANCE NO. 756
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CYPRESS ENACTING A ZONING MORATORIUM ON
HOTEL /MOTEL BUSINESSES IN THE CH COMMERCIAL HEAVY
ZONE.
Item #28: Consideration of Development Agreement, Cypress View Limited Specific Plan
No. 85 -1, Reservation of a 3 -Acre Commercial Site.
Recommendation: That the City Council continue consideration of the Cypress View Limited
Development Agreement until March 10, 1986.
Item #29: Consideration of Surety Bond Program Placement.
Recommendation: That the City Council: (1) authorize placement of the City /District surety
bond program with the Kemper Group; (2) appropriate $3,706 from the fund balance of the
City General Fund and allocate to the following Account Numbers:
4253 -11- 111 -02 $1,456
4253 -11- 115 -02 550
4253 -11- 151 -04 850
4253 -11- 152 -04 850
and (3) acting as the ex officio governing Board of Directors of the Cypress Recreation &
Park District, appropriate $250 from the fund balance of the Recreation District's General
Fund to Account #4253 -12- 301 -10.
Item #30: Consideration of Recommendations of Traffic Commission Meeting of February
18, 1986.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the recommendations of the Traffic
Commission as outlined in the staff report and adopt the Resolution by title only, title as
follows, establishing a "No Parking Any Time" zone on the east side of Walker Street, North
of Hanover Drive:
RESOLUTION NO. 3057
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CYPRESS ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ANY TIME" AREA ON
WALKER STREET EAST SIDE, SOUTH OF NORTH AND SOUTH
DRIVEWAYS TO CASA WALKER APARTMENTS LOCATED AT
9622 -9642 WALKER STREET.
CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT WITH THE CYPRESS SCHOOL
DISTRICT FOR. THE USE OF THE SCHOOL GROUNDS: Mr. Essex presented a report dated
February 20 indicating that he had discussed with Mr. Calton the condition of the grounds at
Landell, Damron and Mackay Schools, and that the District is developing a revised
maintenance system for these sites and is considering acquiring improved mowing
equipment. Staff recommended that this item be continued until a further report is received
from the School District.
Mr. Barrett presented a video showing the three school grounds. The Damron site had a weed
growth of 8 -10 inches with some areas having higher weeds; the Landell site had general
weed growth of 12 inches with some weeds two feet high, and numerous gopher holes; and
Mackay had weed growth of 8 -10 inches.
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Mr. Essex stated the School District recognizes the problem of the three school grounds being
unusable and they are trying to resolve their maintenance conditions. He reported that the
State has accepted the District's agreement but the District would like the Council to
consider adopting the resolution when they need the formality of a written document. Mr.
Essex stated that Mr. Calton is recommending that the District acquire mowing equipment so
that the District can perform the maintenance and then charge the lessees.
The Council agreed to continue this matter pending action by the Cypress School District
Board.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL WARRANT LIST FOR WARRANTS
NO. 13640 - 13825: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Councilman Partin
to approve the Warrant List for Warrants #13640 through #13825 in the total amount of
$385,790.52. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBFRS: Coronado
SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO STORAGE OF VEHICLES ON CITY
STREETS: It was moved by Councilman Mullen and seconded by Mayor Lacayo to adopt the
Ordinance by title only, title as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 757
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OE THE CITY OF
CYPRESS AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE X, SECTION 16 -55
OF THE CYPRESS CITY CODE, RELATING TO STORAGE OF
VEHICLES ON CITY STREETS.
The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
RECESS: At 9:54 p.m. Mayor Lacayo turned the Chair over to Councilman Kanel in order for
the Council to convene as the Cypress Redevelopment Agency. The Council meeting was
called back to order at 9:55 p.m. with Councilman Coronado absent.
WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: No written or oral communications were presented
at this time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Lacayo called an Executive Session at 9:56 p.m. to discuss
matters of personnel and litigation. The meeting was called back to order at 11:15 p.m. with
Councilman Coronado absent.
Mayor Lacayo added an item to the agenda regarding property to the east of the Civic
Center.
It was moved by Councilman Kanel and seconded by Councilman Partin to authorize the City
Manager to secure a letter of appraisal, not to exceed $1,000.00, on the Erskine property
located to the east of the Civic Center, and to authorize an appropriation of $1,000.00 from
the fund balance of the Redevelopment Agency to Account #4189 -35- 194 -06. The motion
unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Kanel, Mullen, Partin & Lacayo
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Coronado
ADJOURNMENT: The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11 :16 p.
ATTEST:
CITr LERK OF THE CI'I'IY OF CYPRESS
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