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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
DECEMBER 6, 1999
CALL TO ORDER ·
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Worley at 7:08 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300
Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Boy Scout Troop 323, and
the Invocation was given by Pastor Dane Counts, Kings Way Church.
ROLL CALL
Council Present: Tracy Wills Worley, Mayor
Jeffery M. Thomas, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Doyle
Jim Potts
Thomas R. Saltarelli
Council Absent: None
City Clerk: Pamela Stoker
Others Present: William A. Huston, City Manager
Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney
George Jeffdes, City Treasurer
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development
Steve Foster, Chief of Police
Tim. Serlet, Director of Public Works
.. Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Pat Sanchez, Director of Parks and Recreation Services
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Rita Westfield, Asst. Director, Community Development
Gary Veeh, Water Services Manager
Scott Reekstin, Acting Senior Planner
Joe Meyers, Senior Management Analyst
Patty Estrella, Executive Coordinator
Bettie Correa, Senior Personnel Analyst
Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Approximately 30 in the audience
PUBLIC INPUT
Dinosaur Dash - Bob Machado, representing Tustin Public Schools Foundation, presented
the City Council with a Dinosaur Dash sponsor trophy and thanked them for their continued
support of the event.
PUBLIC HEARING (ITEM I )
1. CITIZEN'S OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND
Mayor Worley opened the Public Hearing at 7:15 p.m. There were no speakers and the
Public Hearing was closed.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to approve the Police Department's
recommendation to use AB 3229 funds for continued operation of the gang unit.
Motion carried 5~0. 390-70
CONSENT CALENDAR ( ITEMS 2 THROUGH 17 )
Item Nos. 13, 16, and 17 were removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor Worley,
Councilmembers Potts and Doyle. It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Thomas, to approve
the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page I
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 15, 1999 REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of November 15, 1999.
3. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $1,540,948.08 and ratify Payroll in
the amount of$404,418.70. 360-82
380-10
4. RESOLUTION NO. 99-102 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR PLANNING
COMMISSIONERS, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONERS, AND MEMBERS OF
THE AUDIT COMMITTEE
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No.' 99-102 approving increases in compensation for '
members of the Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission and Audit
Committee. 120-40
120-50
5. 2000 LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST 120-10
Recommendation: Approve the 2000 Local Appointments List for the Planning Commission,
Parks and Recreation Commission, and Cultural 'Resources Advisory Committee.
120-05
6. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - NOVEMBER 22, 1999
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 November 22, 1999.
120-50
7. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF IRVINE BOULEVARD
REHABILITATION BETWEEN THE SR-55 FREEWAY AND PROSPECT AVENUE (CIP
NO. 7160) AND PROSPECT AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION BETWEEN FIRST STREET
AND IRVINE BOULEVARD (CIP NO. 7161)
Recommendation: Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Harris & Associates to
provide design related services for I.rvine Boulevard Rehabilitation (CIP No. 7160) and
Prospect Avenue Reconstruction (CIP No. 7161)for a not-to'exceed fee of $77,540.00 and
authorize execution of the Consultant Services Agreement .by the Mayor and City Clerk,
subject to approval by the City Attorney. 400-45
8. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR RED HILL AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITY
DISTRICT NO. 14 ON-SITE ELECTRICAL SERVICE CONVERSIONS
Recommendation: Award the construction contract for the Red Hill Avenue Underground
Utility District No. 14 On-site Electrical Service Conversions (CIP No. 7156) to National
Electrical Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $13,826.00 and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City.
400-45
9. RESOLUTION NO. 99-104- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR TRAFFIC
SIGNAL UPGRADE AT FIRST STREET AND PROSPECT AVENUE (CI'P NO. 4058)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99-104 approving the plans and specifications for
the traffic signal upgrade at the intersection of First Street and Prospect Avenue, and
authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids. 400-45
10. RESOLUTION NO.. 99-103 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUS'FIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF
PASADENA AVENUE FROM MAIN STREET CUL:DE-SAC TO THE FIRST STREET CUL-
DE-SAC (CIP NO. 7157) AND SECOND STREET FROM PASADENA AVENUE TO
MYRTLE AVENUE (CIP NO. 7158)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99-103 approving the plans and specifications for .......
the reconstruction of Pasadena Avenue from Main Street cul-de-sac to the First Street cul-de-
sac (CIP No. 7157) and Second Street from Pasadena Avenue to Myrtle Avenue (CIP No.
7158) and authorizing and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids.
400-45
11. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN OF PASADENA AVENUE
WELL (PROJECT NO. 6130)
Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk, subject to final City Attorney approval,
to execute subject Professional Services Agreement with AKM Consulting Engineers for
engineering services for the design of the Pasadena Avenue Well.
400-10
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 2
12. 1998-99 ANNUAL REPORT
Recommendation: (1) Receive and file the Annual Report for 1998-99, and (2) Direct a copy
of this report be filed with the State Controller. 425-80
14. AWARD OF BID FOR PEPPERTREE AND MAGNOLIA TREE PARKS RENOVATION
PROJECT NO. 2039
Recommendation: Approve the following action subject to-an appropriation of $210,000.00
from the Parks and Recreation Services Parks Development Fund to Capital Improvement
Project No. 2039: Award a contract for the construction of Peppertree Park and Magnolia
Tree Park Renovation (Project No. 2039) to Big Ben Construction Company of Newport
Beach in the amount not-to-exceed $599,700.00. 920-60
920-50
15. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF CROSS
CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM
Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk, subject to final City Attorney and
Department of Health Services approval, to execute subject Consultant Services Agreement
with Irvine Ranch Water District for administration of the Water Division's Cross-Connection
Control Program along with providing electrical and mechanical maintenance services on an
"on-call" basis. 400-10
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 13 - CENSUS 2000 UPDATE
Mayor Worley questioned status of census recount resulting from exclusion of Tustin Ranch.
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development, responded that the City was on schedule
and that every unit in the City had been counted.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Saltarelli, to receive and file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0.
390-85
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 16 - JOINDER IN NO COST AMICUS BRIEF ON BEHALF
OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IN ZELIG V. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, SUPREME
COURT NO. S081791
Councilmember Ports expressed support for the amicus brief, and explained that the lawsuit
involved required placement of metal detectors at public facilities, which he opposed.
It was moved by Ports, seconded by Saltarelli, to approve Joinder on behalf of the County of Los
Angeles at no cost to the City of Tustin in the above-referenced amicus brief,
Motion carded 5-0. 455-05
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 17 - FINAL YEAR 2000 REPORT
Councilmember Doyle expressed his belief that the City was prepared for Y2K, no problems were
anticipated, and emergency crews would be on stand-by at the utility companies.
Mayor Worley reiterated that no Y2K problems were expected and a crisis team would be on duty at
City Hall.
Councilmember Potts stated he was confident the City would not experience Y2K problems and
urged the public to use common sense during a possible' power outage, particularly at traffic
intersections.
Councilmember Saltarelli reported that the Sanitation District would have extensive crews available
for emergencies.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Saltarelli, to receive and file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0.
190-30
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 3
REGULAR BUSINESS ( ITEMS 18 THROUGH 22.)
18. ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY (OCFA) - AMENDMENTS TO THE JOINT
POWERS AGREEMENT (JPA)
William Huston, City Manager, gave a presentation detailing the OCFA Equity Study and its
purpose; outlined key provisions of the Amended Joint Powers Agreement; provided
elements of the City of Santa Ana proposal; compared 10-year costs between the OCFA
proposal and City of Santa Ana proposal; described other options and recommendations for
City fire services; noted that the Amended Joint Powers Agreement did not commit the City to
a ten-year contract at this time; and the City had until July 1, 2000 to commit to a ten-year
contract or withdraw from OCFA effective July 1, 2001.
Councilmember Doyle strongly objected to entering into a ten-year agreement with OCFA;
this should be a life-and-death concern and more paramedics were needed; Orange County
was the only County in the State without paid call firemen; the City had lost an engine, an air
support unit, 22 firemen, and now had only eleven people protecting a population of 66,000;
and he urged Council to consider his cost-effective proposal that would provide a higher level
of service.
William Huston reiterated that the required approval of the amended JPA would not lock the
City into a ten-year contract; approval of the amended JPA would require a firm decision by
July 1, 2000; in the interim, the service agreement would be 'submitted separately for City
Council consideration and approval; and any proposal Council wished to evaluate would be
brought forward.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Saltarelli, to (1) approve the amended Orange County
Fire Authority Joint Powers Agreement, (2) direct staff to enter into negotiations with the
OCFA on a ten-year fire services agreement based on the terms of the amended Joint
Powers Agreement, including fire services performance standards, and (3) review
Councilmember Doyle's proposed plan in January.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding decision timeline; and the latest date for entering
into the ten-year contract would be July 1, 2000.
'Mayor Worley mentioned she had held the only dissenting vote on the OCFA Board's
decision to eliminate the paid call firefighters; she supported the paid call firefighters; and
believed the salary issues could have been resolved.
Council/staff discussion-followed regarding the service contract and its delineation of
minimum service levels; its required adherence to the parameters of the JPA, including
performance standards and response time; and consistent performance standards in each
community.
Councilmember Saltarelli stressed the significance of having clear, 'specific, detailed and
definitive guidelines regarding service; manpower/equipment available and the number of fire
companies and paramedics at the various stations; and the Fire Authority must be held
accountable for staffing in accordance with guidelines to assure the level of service.
William Huston responded that the intent of the service agreement was to detail those types
of concerns; to maintain a balance in service level with adequate equipment and technology
available for the entire term of the ten-year contract; Fire Authority costs would already be
capitalized so the only expense would be depreciation; and replacement of Station 37 would
be a non-capital item and not factored into the cost.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the Joint Powers Agreement and its proposed
methodology for determining application of costs and the City's applicable base cap to cover
annual maintenance at each station, new equipment and facilities; the same methodology
should apply to all cities; and a detailed description was required to justify increase in any
factor, with safeguards in place to protect levels of service.
Hugh Wood, Assistant' Chief of Support Services at OCFA, responded to a question
regarding contract amounts for private ambulance service; the contracts have a maximum
amount fixed by the County; and cost to the individual would depend on their insurance
coverage.
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 4
Councilmember Potts stated that the Fire Authority was aware of the City's concerns;
questioned if the City was receiving less service without paid call firemen and methods of
quantifying/qualifying the service; and expressed willingness to listen to Councilmember
Doyle's proposal.
Mayor Pro Tem Thomas stated valid questions remained unanswered and charges
unrefuted; suggested that OCFA give a presentation to Council to answer questions and give
details 'on these issues so Council could reach a conclusion; and felt being required to
present questions in writing to OCFA was not conducive to reaching a decision.
........ Council/staff discussion followed regarding costs of capital improvement, facilities
maintenance and equipment replacement; questions were raised as to how the costs were
figured and funded and specifically what the base cap numbers included; specific information
would be necessary from the Fire Authority in these areas to compare alternative proposals;
and the six month extension period was granted by the Fire Authority as a result of a number
of cities considering other alternatives.
Councilmember Doyle commented on an erroneous report from the Fire Authority regarding
calls to The Barn restaurant from 1991 through 1999.
Motion carried 5-0. 400-70
19. ORDINANCE NO. 1203, GRADUATED COMPLIANCE PLAN MCAS TUSTIN
it was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to have second reading by title only of
Ordinance No. 1203.
Motion carried-5-0.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1203 by title only.
....... It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to introduce the following Ordinance
No. 1203:
ORDINANCE NO. 1203 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, PERTAINING TO CERTAIN EXISTING BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES AT MCAS TUSTIN IN ACCORDANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
SECTION 18941.9
Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). 150-50
20. ORDINANCE NO. 1213, ABOVE GROUND CABINETS
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to have second reading by title only of
Ordinance No. 1213.
Motion carried 5-0.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1213 by title only.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to introduce the following Ordinance
No. 1213:
ORDINANCE NO. 1213 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE .CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR ABOVE GROUND CABINETS
WITHIN THE CITY'S RIGHT-OF-WAY
Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). 800-05
21. ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN ADJUSTMENT IN CITY COUNCIL SALARIES TO BE
EFFECTIVE IN NOVEMBER 2000
Mayor Worley pointed out that the City Council had not had an increase in ten years and that
any increase would not become effective until after the next election.
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 5
Mayor Pro Tem Thomas stated he felt that a five percent increase was somewhat excessive;
suggested a reasonable adjustment to account for inflation; and that based on inflation rates
during the past ten years and the absence of. any increase, Council was making about 25%
less than they were ten years ago.
Mayor Wo~ey expounded on the numerous responsibilities of Council and felt that based on
the absence of any increase during the past ten years, a five percent increase would not
bring complaint.
Councilmember Potts stated his objection to Council voting on their own salaries; felt that if it
were placed on the ballot it would gain a confidence vote; and suggested efforts to facilitate
changes in Government Code regarding compensation.
Councilmember Saltarelli reiterated that any increase would not affect the present Council;
expressed his approval for a $175.00 increase and noted the obligations involved in
meetings/events; expenses absorbed and Council contributions to various organizations; and
stated his opposition to placing the issue on the ballot.
Mayor Worley reported salaries to Councilmembers in other cities were wide-ranging; some
ranged from $25,000 to $70,000 a year; and half the cities in the U.S. paid $20,000 to
$30,000 to Councilmembers. .
It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Thomas, to approve an increase from $500.00 to
$675.00 per month, effective after the next election.
Motion carried 4-1, Ports opposed. 420-05
Recess - At 8:30 p.m., Mayor Worley recessed the City Council meeting and reconvened at
8:43 p.m.
22. APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS
FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Joe Meyers, Senior Management Analyst, gave a presentation on solid waste management
and the requirement to seek competitive bids every seven years in accordance with Measure
J; the present waste management contract would expire June 30, 2000; bid specifications
were developed by consultants Hilton, Famkopf & Hobson with AB 939 mandate being the
primary concem; AB 939 required the City to divert from landfills 50% of the waste generated
within the boundaries of the City or face a possible $10,000 per day fine; the current provider
was complying with the 1995 25% diversion requirement; the proposed program was to
include an exclusive franchise agreement for residential and commercial solid waste services;
voluntary commercial recycling services; increased public education; automated recycling
services at nO additional charge with three collection carts included in the basic charge: one
green waste, one mixed recyclables, and one general refuse; additional recycle and green
waste carts provided at no cost; a $4.00 charge for additional general refuse cart to
encourage recycling; and the bid specifications could be amended to address public concerns
or incorporate changes in accordance with the City's preference.
Mayor Pro Tem Thomas questioned whether limitations could be placed in the specifications
to retain the present structure of two days per week pickup versus four or five days.
Laith Ezzet, representing the consulting firm of Hilton, Famkopf & Hobson, responded that
individual customers would have only one collection day with all of their refuse collected on
that same day; different areas of the City would have a different collection day; it was
inefficient to collect in the same area more than one day per week; it had been his experience
that cities limiting bid specifications to one or two days per week received only one or two
proposals; specifying only' one or two day pickups limited proposers in utilizing their
equipment; and more limited pickup days required additional equipment to make the pickups.
Mayor Pro Tern Thomas reiterated that the City already had residential pickups on two days
and expressed concern about trash trucks driving through areas repeatedly.
Councilmember Potts/Mr. Ezzet discussion followed regarding how specifications could be
written to allow trucks through individual neighborhoods only once per week and how this
could be achieved while allowing the proposer to utilize equipment efficiently.
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 6
Councilmember Saltarelli stated that significant changes affecting the residents were already
being made without changing pickup days; the pickup days should remain Thursday and
Friday; and the City needed to be concerned about further disrupting the residents.
Mr. Ezzet responded it was a minor change to specify Thursday and Fdday only in the
specifications; it would limit the number of proposers by increasing the cost of using their
equipment only two days per week; and suggested that the City obtain bids for two days and
multiple days, and compare the difference.
Counciimember Potts expressed his concern about limiting the number of bidders and raising
the cost by placing limitations in the specifications..
Mr. Ezzet stated an instance where such limitations resulted in only two proposals, one the
incumbent and the other too expensive; and other bidders dropped out when it was limited to
one day pickup and they could not utilize their equipment effectively.
Councilmember Saltarelli stated residential trash should not be picked up more than two days
per week and questioned whether the pickup days should be Thursday and Friday; the City
wanted to find the best price for the best service and minimize the discomfort level of
residents; and it would be a major effort to change all of these variables and educate the
residents.
Mr. Ezzet clarified that the City would have the same number of trucks/miles whether it
specified two daiys or five days; limiting the number of days would increase congestion on
those days; the same number of trips to the landfill would still be required; the change in
service days would occur one time with rates remaining the same for seven years; and the
reason the majority. of City Councils were giving fiexibilities to proposers to choose pickup
days was due to rate concerns.
Mayor Pro Tem Thomas stated residents were concerned with good service and fair rates;
they would be adapting to numerous new changes; and pickup days should not be changed.
Councilmember Saltarelli stated the residents were more concerned with good service; they
would be adjusting to numerous changes in the service; and the number of pickup days
should not change.
Councilmember Potts clarified there would be only so many trucks and so many trips, no
matter how many days it took, and to limit the pickups to two days would eliminate
competition to the incumbent.
Mr. Ezzet clarified there would be the same number of trucks in individual neighborhoods, the
only difference being the contractor would require several idle trucks in their yard to facilitate
collecting all waste in the one or two days specified; if the City Went to multi-day pickup, some
collection days would change; the specifications could be changed so residents would not
have trucks in their neighborhoods on different days; limiting the collection days gave the
incumbent the advantage since their routes were already in place; and suggested the bids be
obtained both ways to obtain a cost comparison.
Councilmember Saltarelli/Mr. Ezzet discussion followed that the bid differential would be
estimated between fifty cents and two dollars per home, on a monthly basis, for two days
versus five days.
Councilman Potts suggested that rather than eliminating the competition and to review the
monetary difference, the bids should be requested both ways.
Council/Mr. Ezzet discussion followed regarding interest in bidding by other franchisees in the
County; comments were received back from approximately six companies who were
interested; they would not be able to bid as cost-effectively for two days versus five days; and
it was unknown whether they. would, in fact, submit bids.
Mayor Pro Tem Thomas suggested that' when drawing comparisons in any business, there
would be those who could not bid; although the best price was important, the level of service
should not be denigrated; and stated that residents would participate in the 3-cart pickup plan
to lower the price and fulfill AB 939 requirements, as long as the level of service was high.
Minutes - city council December 6, :[999- Page 7
Councilmember Doyle commented on the possible $10,000 per day fine for violation of AB
939; resident feedback to him expressed no preference of pickup Clay; the 3-cart system was
a concern; and they were misunderstanding the $4 charge for the additional general refuse
bin.
Mr. Meyers stated there was no additional charge to participate in the recycling program and
the only additional fee was for an extra general refuse bin.
Councilmember Doyle concurred with charges for not participating in the recycling effort; he
felt the citizens were not concerned about their pickup day; and residents were negative
about recycling until they learned the City was not responsible for AB 939 and the $1.0,000
fine.
Mayor Worley stressed the importance of obtaining a good rate for the taxpayers while
remaining competitive; and stated preference for two days per week but was concerned this
limitation might discourage competitive bidding, resulting in a higher rate.
Mr. Meyers reiterated that the reason to assess both pickup schedules was to make a cost
determination once the bids were received, and stated that several years ago Great Western
Reclamation proposed revised collection days to five days to facilitate recycling operations.
Council/consultant/staff discussion followed regarding commercial services and green waste
dumpsters; the selected hauler offering recycling services to commercial businesses at no
additional charge; the need to educate business owners in recycling of green waste to reduce
waste going into landfill; special needs such as paint and/or fiammable liquids were under the
purview of the County and would remain so due to associated long-term liability; customers
could receive any number of recycling carts at no additional charge; conditions in the current
contract did not limit the number of pickup days; including that limitation in these
specifications would be adding a condition that does not now exist; specific periodic pickup
schedules would apply to bulky items; the number of items and/or the number of pickups
could be increased; and there was currently unlimited service on bulky items if the customer
called the hauler.
Council/consultant/staff discussion continued regarding larger quantities of trash at the
holidays; most extra waste was recyclable; an unlimited quantity of bundled yard waste could
be set out for pickup; it was unusual to exceed the 3-cart capacity except in extreme
instances; to allow any type of trash in unlimited amounts would discourage recycling efforts;
all materials must be placed in container except bundled yard waste; if a resident chose not to
participate in recycling, their trash must still be placed in the bins; if an additional general
refuse bin was required or if trash exceeded the capacity of the general refuse bin, there was
a $4.00 charge for the additional general refuse bin; an unlimited number of recycling bins
would be available at no charge; 90% of residents would never need more than one general
refuse bin; three bins were equivalent to 9 regular trash cans; extra trash generated through
moving a household might require a special pickup; and someone generating a small quantity
of trash would not have to pay for someone generating a larger amount.
The following member of the audience requested and received clarification regarding
definitions of carts and the recycling process:
Onnolee Elliott, 13631 Yorba St., Santa Ana, California
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of responding to the bid proposal and
expressed opposition to a two-day pickup limit:
Marty Czerniak, Norcal Waste Systems, Inc.,
The following member of the audience spoke in opposition to the proposed bid specifications
due to perceived elimination of competition:
Jason Bryce Rush, Legislative Analyst, Ware Disposal Co.
Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney, responded that Mr. Rush's written and verbal concerns had been
addressed with changes made to Section 5 of the Request for Proposal; the City did not
perform prequalification but selected the lowest bidder and then determined whether the low
bidder was responsible; and standards used in this determination were codified by State law.
Minutes - City Council December 6, 1999- Page 8
The following member of the audience expressed support for a two-day pickup schedule;
explained details of a 3-cart program pickup schedule; and stated adequate responses would
be received from qualified bidders:
Gay Sirocca, Waste Management Co.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Potts, to adopt the following ResOlution No. 99-101
approving the specifications for Solid Waste Management Services and directing the City
Clerk to advertise for bids:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-101 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
...... TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Council/consultant/staff discussion followed to cladfy the process of selection of lowest bidder
and whether the specifications would request bidding both ways in order to gain comparison
and encourage competitive bids; it was agreed that the 3-bin system would inevitably cause
transition issues which would best be confronted now; staff should proceed with multi-day
pickup to encourage competitive bidding and increase the possibility of lower rates;
consideration of size of pickup trucks and subjection to CHP weight limits; and the motion
was to remain approving staff's recommendation.
Motion carried 3-2, Thomas and Saltarelli opposed. 400-45
PUBLIC INPUT- None
OTHER BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Holiday Greetings - Councilmember Doyle sent holiday wishes to friends. Mayor PrO Tem
Thomas sent holiday greetings to those celebrating Hanukkah, Ramadan, and Christmas.
El Toro Reuse Planning Authority (ETRPA) - Councilmember Potts requested staff
proceed with obtaining membership in ETRPA.
Freeway Noise - Councilmember Potts suggested landscaping and/or mitigating wall be
installed at Browning and 1-5 freeway to minimize freeway noise.
Council Compensation - Councilmember Saltarelli clarified that his motion to increase
Council compensation was for $675.00 per month.
Safe and Healthy Communities Initiative - Councilmember Thomas referenced a letter to
the editor regarding his position/knowledge on the Safe and Healthy Communities Initiative,
clarified that his concern was the initiative's potential impact on base development; stated his
support for joining ETRPA; and requested the Council. discuss the issue and take a position.
New Year's Eve Celebration - Mayor Wodey announced a New Year's Eve celebration at
the Tustin Ranch Golf Club would be hosted by the Lions, Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs of Tustin.
MCAS Tustin Base Development - Mayor Wodey reported Request for Proposals for base
development was in the final stages and would be provided to master developers.
Tustin Market Parking - Mayor Worley expressed frustration with the. Irvine Company's
construction of two additional pads at the Tustin Market Place creating significant parking
problems, received clarification from staff that the pads were in compliance, and requested a
Mayoral letter be forwarded to The Irvine Company expressing concerns.
El Toro Flight Report - Mayor Worley reported the El Toro flight report had 'been received by
the Council and was available to the public:.
MCAS Tustin - Councilmember Saltarelli noted that with the closure of MCAS Tustin, the
number of John Wayne Airport flights directly over Tustin had increased.
Learning Center- Councilmember Potts requested a proclamation for Maria Halverson,
founder of the Learning Center at Lyon Street Clubhouse.
CLOSED SESSION -Mayor Worley announced the City Council would convene in closed
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session to confer with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation to which the City was a party:
Sam Pashalides v. City of Tustin, et.al, OCSC No. 801875.
ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Worley adjourned the meeting at 10:22 p.m. The December 20,
1999, City Council meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting of the City Council was
scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2000, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 300 Centennial
Way.
TRACY/WIL~LORLEY, MA~O;~
PAMELA STOKER, CITY CLERK
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