HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1998 01 05 MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
JANUARY 5, 1998
CALL TO ORDER/INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Thomas at 7:00 p.m. at the
Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Invocation
was given by Councilmember Potts. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Chippewa Tribe YMCA Indian Maidens.
ROLL CALL
Council Present: Jeffery M. Thomas, Mayor
Thomas R. Saltarelli, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Doyle .
Jim Potts
Tracy Wills Worley
Council Absent: None
City Clerk: Pamela Stoker
Others Present: William A. Huston, City Manager
Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney
Christins Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
George Jeffries, City Treasurer
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Com. Development
Steve Foster, Chief of Police
Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Rita Westfield, Asst. Dir./Com. Development
Martin Pastucha, Field Services Manager
Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Gary Magill, Recreation Superintendent
Gary Veeh, Water Services Manager
Fred Wakefield, Police Captain
Robert Schoenkopf, Police Captain
Approximately 25 in the audience
PRESENTATION
Mayor Thomas commended Police Department Medals of Valor
recipients, Officers Keith Arrants, Darryle Mendes, and Nasario
Solis, for their life-saving and heroic actions during the October
1996 County area fire.
Steve Foster, Chief of Police, thanked Council for allowing the
opportunity to honor the officers, and noted that the last Medal
of Valor presented by the Tustin Police Department occurred in
1973.
Councilmember Worley said that subsequent to the fire,
firefighters had commended the Tustin Police Department for being
the first agency on the scene; and she expressed pride in the
honored officers.
PUBLIC INPUT
MISS TEEN REPRESENTATIVE
Pamela Lynch, California Miss Teen All American Beauty Pageant
contestant, requested approximately $1,500 to participate in the
contest and was seeking community financial support.
WISHING WELL INSCRIPTION - CARL CLAES
Dan George, 13082 Wreath Place, Tustin, expressed appreciation
that his murdered grandson's name, Carl Class, was inscribed on
the Wishing Well wall, and gave background information on the
murder and the two Tustin teenagers who were convicted of the
crime.
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PUBLIC HEARING (ITEM 1)
1. APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 97-014 AND DESIGN REVIEW 97-023
( DALRYMPLE )
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Saltarelli, to continue this
item to the January 19, 1998 Council meeting.
Motion carried 5-0. 610-40
CONSENT CALENDAR (ITEMS 2 THROUGH 16)
Items No. 5, 9, and 14 were removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor
Thomas and Councilmember Potts. It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by
Worley, to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended by
staff. Motion carried 5-0.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 1, 1997 REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of December 1,
1997.
3. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $2,716,406.86
and ratify Payroll in the amount of $1,060,062.24. 380-10
360-82
4. RESOLUTION NO. 98-4 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL TRACT MAP 15430 LOCATED AT
THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF JAMBOREE AND PIONEER ROADS
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98-4 approving Final Tract
Map 15430 as recommended by the Community Development Department.
600-70
6. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ANNUAL SIDEWALK AND CURB AND GUTTER REPAIR
PROJECT, FY 1997-98 (PROJECT NO. 4020-6235)
Recommendation: Award subject contract to Vart Construction in
the amount of $158,557.00 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City as
recommended by the Public Works Department/F. ngineering Division.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 98-3 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE DESIGNATED POSITIONS
CONTAINED IN THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98-3 modifying the Appendix,
Designated Positions, contained in the City's Conflict of Interest
Code to add the position of Accounting Supervisor and delete the
position of Senior Accountant as recommended by the Office of the
City Clerk. 445-40
8. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT, CITY PROJECT NO.
600138
Recommendation: Award contract for subject project to RLT
Construction, Inc. of Anaheim, in the amount of $790,490.00 as
recommended by the Public Works Department/Water Services
Division. 400-45
10. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR RED HILL AVENUE PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS AT
OCTA/SCRRA RAILWAY AND F-10 CHANNEL AREA (PROJECT NO. 700144)
Recommendation: Award subject contract to Hondo Company, Inc.,
Santa Ana, in the amount of $67,422.00 and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City
as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering
Division. 400-45
11. JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT NOISE ABATEMENT QUARTERLY REPORTS
Recommendation: Receive and file subject report as recommended by
the Community Development Department. 690-10
12. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - DECEMBER 8, 1997
All actions of the Planning Commission become final unless
appealed by the City Council or member of the public.
Recommendation: Ratify the Planning Commission Action Agenda of
December 8, 1997. 120-50
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13. DENIAL OF CLAIM NO. 97-46, CLAIMANT: ROY ALLAN SLURRY SEAL, INC.
Recommendation: Deny subject claim and direct the City Clerk to
give notice thereof to the claimants and the claimants' attorneys
as recommended by the City Attorney. 180-10
15. APPOINTMENT OF GEORGE W. JEFFRIES AS CONTRACT CITY TREASURER
Recommendation: (1) Approve subject agreement for services
between the City of Tustin and George W. Jeffries & Associates,
~_ and (2) Adopt the following Resolution No. 98-2 appointing George
W. Jeffries as City Treasurer and rescinding Resolution Nos. 96-19
and 96-20 as recommended by the Finance Department:
RESOLUTION NO. 98-2 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING GEORGE W. JEFFRIES AS CITY
TREASURER AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 96-19 AND 96-20
400-10
16. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF HVAC SYSTEMS AT
CITY FACILITIES
Recommendation: Award contract to Barr Engineering, Inc. of Santa
Fe Springs, to perform the annual maintenance for the Heating,
Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems (HVAC) at municipal
facilities, subject to final approval of the City Attorney for all
insurance and bond submittals, as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Field Services Division.
400-10
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 5 - RESOLUTION NO. 98-5 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING IMPOSITION OF
A $1.00 PER VEHICLE FEE IN ORANGE COUNTY ON VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS,
RENEWALS, AND SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS FOR APPORTIONED REGISTRATIONS
Mayor Thomas stated he supported imposition of the vehicle fee but
questioned whether cities opposed to the fee would be assessed a
proportionate share for replacement costs of the Cal-ID system.
~William Huston, City Manager, responded that equitable funding from
'opposing cities would be necessary to upgrade the Cal-ID system.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding voter approval was not
required for implementation of the vehicle fee; the fee would provide a
dedicated funding source to finance Cal-IDimprovements; Assembly Bill
1610; and law enforcement benefits provided by the Cal-ID system.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Doyle, to adopt Resolution No. 98-5 in
support of a $1.00 fee on vehicle registrations to fund replacement and
enhancement of the current Cal-ID Automated Fingerprint Identification
System in Orange County.
Motion carried 5-0. 400-70
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 9 - EXCEPTION TO PURCHASING PROCEDURES - VEHICLE
TIRES AND TUBES
Councilmember Potts stated that unit prices had not been indicated in the
report; and he supported local business involvement in the bid process if
competition with the State's price per unit was possible.
Martin Pastucha, Field Services Manager, responded that unit prices were
not included in the report because of the numerous tire sizes to be
~ purchased.
!Council/staff discussion followed regarding comparing tire prices at local
dealers; and delivery time and availability of tires was an important
purchasing factor.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Worley, to authorize the waiver of
Formal Bidding Procedures per Section 1624 of the Tustin City Code and
authorize staff to purchase tires and tubes under the State of California
Contract 1-97-26-01 for the period January 1, 1998 to April 30, 1999.
Motion carried 5-0. 380-40
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 14 - DENIAL OF CLAIM NO. 97-44, CLAIMANT:
JANELLE JARVIS (BY RUTH ANN AND JOHN JARVIS)
Councilmember Potts remarked on the injury sustained by the child at the
Tustin Sports Park; and stated it was the responsibility of parents to
supervise children at parks.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to deny subject claim and direct
the City Clerk to give notice thereof to the claimants and the claimants'
attorneys.
Motion carried 5-0. 180-10
REGULAR BUSINESS (ITEMS 17 THROUGH 18)
17. ORDINANCE NO. 1193, ZONE CHANGE 97-004 (RBC AMERICORP, INC.)
~ It was moved by Ports, seconded by Worley, to have second reading
by title only and adoption of Ordinance No. 1193.
The City Clerk read the following Ordinance No. 1193 by title
only:
ORDINANCE NO. 1193 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 97-004 AMENDING
SECTION 3.1(B)(3) OF THE JAMBOREE PLAZA DISTRICT REGULATIONS TO
ALLOW SELF-SERVICE CARWASHES AS A PERMITTED USE WITHIN PLANNING
AREA A OF THE JAMBOREE PLAZA PLANNED COMMUNITY ON THE NORTHWEST
CORNER OF EDINGER AVENUE AND JAMBOREE ROAD
Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). 610-60
18. ORDINANCE NO. 1188, ABANDONED AND INOPERATIVE VEHICLES
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Worley, to have second reading
by title only and adoption of Ordinance No. 1188.
The City Clerk read the following Ordinance No. 1188 by title
only:
ORDINANCE NO. 1188 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TUSTIN CITY CODE ARTICLE 4,
CHAPTER 5, RELATING TO REMOVAL OF ABANDONED AND INOPERATIVE
VEHICLES OR PARTS THEREOF FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY AND PUBLIC
PROPERTY, AND RECOVERY OF THE COSTS OF ADMINISTRATION THEREOF AS
AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 22660 OF THE CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE
Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). 440-10
PUBLIC INPUT - None
OTHER BUSINESS
CITIZEN OF THE MONTH AWARD
Councilmember Doyle suggested establishing a good citizen of the
month award and he volunteered to chair the committee.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Councilmember Doyle, Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli, and Mayor Thomas
wished everyone a healthy and happy new year.
TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL TEAMS
Councilmember Potts commended the Tustin High School football team
for a successful CIF finals season.
Councilmember Worley announced that the Tustin High School
football team would receive proclamations at the January 19, 1998
Council meeting.
Mayor Thomas commended the Tustin High School football and
basketball teams for their high County rankings.
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LOWER PETERS CANYON REGIONAL PARK
Councilmember Potts encouraged residents to explore the beauty and
wildlife of Peters Canyon Regional Park.
SKATEBOARD PARK
Councilmember Worley reported recently adopted State legislation
removed city liability for skateboard parks and requested Tustin
consider construction of a skateboard park in the future.
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli noted that his son had broken his leg
while skateboarding, he considered it a dangerous sport, and would
support a facility that increased safety.
STAFF/HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION COMMENDATION
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli expressed appreciation to the police
officers who worked during the holidays to keep citizens safe; and
commended the TuBtin Meadows Homeowners Association for providing
Christmas dinner for on-duty police personnel.
TUBTIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
Mayor Thomas congratulated Tammie Bullard on her recent
appointment as President of the Tustin Unified School District
Board of Education; and he requested a Council/School Board joint
meeting on March 30, 1998.
RAINFALL IMPACT ON ROADWAYS/SLOPES
Mayor Thomas requested an update on rainfall flooding.
Tim Serlet, City Engineer, responded that no significant problems
had occurred
TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
Mayor Thomas requested staff provide an update on Transportation
Corridor construction and particularly the City of Orange position
on traffic routing to Chapman Avenue and Irvine Boulevard.
EL TORO AIRPORT
Mayor Thomas requested Council agendize for discussion the City's
official position on the E1 Toro airport issue.
Council discussion followed regarding the need for extensive
additional information, including the previous TuBtin voter
position on the airport measure.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY
Councilmember Worley reported the Fire Authority labor dispute had
not been resolved.
LIBRARY TASK FORCE
Councilmember Worley requested another councilmember volunteer to
serve on the County Library Task Force due to her heavy meeting
schedule.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Thomas announced that the City Council would convene in closed
session to confer with the City Attorney regarding: (1) the claim of
Marjorie Townsend, Claim No. 97-43; (2) the application of Mary Ann Lynch
to file a late claim, Claim No. 97-40; and (3) the initiation of
litigation (three cases) pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c).
The City Council would also meet with its labor negotiator regarding the
Tustin Police Management Unit and unrepresented employees.
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Mayor Thomas adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. The next regular meeting
of the City Council was scheduled for Monday, January 19, 1998, at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. l
CLOSED SESSION STATEMENT
It was moved and seconded to deny the claim of Marjorie Townsend, and to
deny the application of Mary Ann Lynch to file a late claim.
Motion carried 5-0.
PAMELA STOKER,~I~Y bLERK