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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02 MINUTES 02-17-98 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF TUSTINv CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 2, 1998 NO. 2 2-17-98 CALL TO ORDER/INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order by Mayor Thomas at 7:02 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Invocation was given by Pastor Dane Counts, Kings Way Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Boy scout Troop 36. 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 B6bak, Assistant City Attorney Christine 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 Dan Fox, Senior Planner Sophia Peterson, Accounting Supervisor Brad Evanson, Assistant Planner Gary Magill, Recreation superintendent James Draughon, Senior Project Manager Approximately 25 in the audienCe PRESENTATION MIKE AND CAROL DOYLE - SANTA COP PROGRAM Steve Foster, Chief of Police, presented a plaque to Mike and Carol Doyle in recognition of hosting "Casino Night" fund raising · events at the Revere House for the Santa Cop Program. Councilmember Doyle noted that his wife, Carol, was responsible for the majority of work for the Casino Night fund raisers; the next Casino Night would be held April 18, 1998, at the Revere House; thanked the Police Department for the plaque; invited everyone to attend the Santa Cop Program; and thanked the participants and sponsors of Casino Night for making the Santa Cop Program a success. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2, 2-2-98 PUBLIC INPUT OLD TOWN PUBLIC GARDEN Cindy McNatt, 1642 Blueberry Way, Tustin, stated she would like to create a public garden in the Old Town area with assistance from local gardening clubs. Council expressed support and requested the subject be agendized. SKATE PARK Randy Woltz,. 12932 Elizabeth Way, Tustin, requested building a skate park for in-line skating. Council suggested agendizing the subject at the joint meeting with the Tustin Unified District School Board on March 30, 1998. PUBLIC wR~RING (ITEMB I ~U(~H 2 ) 1. AMENDMENT TO ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN 'FOR DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS (FY 1997-98) FEDERAL COMMUNITY Rita Westfield, Assistant Director of Community Development, reported that the proposed amendment to the Federal Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) Action Plan reallocated funds between several previously approved MCAS-Tustin Reuse projects. Recommended reallocation of funds included the Special Economic Development Activity Program to the Public Facilities and Improvement Activity Program, the Caretaker Maintenance Study to the Marketing Strategy and Media Plan, and the Financing Studies and Site Plan and Engineering Study to the Marketing Strategy and .Media Plan. She stated the proposed reallocation from less active projects would off-set portions of the project budget short-falls and allow CDBG funds to be expended expeditiously. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the government allowing agencies sufficient time to reallocate CDBG funds from inactive project funding to active projects by Council approval. Mayor Thomas opened the Public Hearing at 7:29 p.m. There were no speakers on the subject and the Public Hearing was closed. It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Doyle, to adopt, the following Resolution No. 98-8 amending the One-Year Action Plan for fiscal year 1997-98: RESOLUTION NO. 98-8 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY ~OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S 1997- 98 ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Motion carried 5-0. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3, 2-2-98 · APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 97-014 AND DESIGN REVIEW 97-023 (DALRYMPLE) Dan Fox, Senior Planner, reported the applicant was proposing to convert an existing detached two-story garage into a guest house and construct a two-story garage addition to the .residence; however, in November 1997, Council appealed the Planning Commission's approval of the project citing concerns related to the architectural mass, proximity to the neighboring residences, and the potential blocked sun light. He stated the applicant had made modifications 'to the proposed plans including.guest house reduction of approximately 100 square feet, garage set back an additional 2 feet for a total of 26 feet from the front property line, the side yard increased by 6 inches for a total of 8 feet, and the second story set back an additional 2 feet. He said the applicant provided a sunlight study identifying that during winter months the new garage addition should not block sunlight to the adjacent residence but during the summer months some shadow was cast in the morning which dissipated around 9 a.m. Mayor Thomas opened the Public Hearing at 7:32 p.m. The following member of the audience sPoke in favor of Conditional Use Permit 97-014 and Design Review 97-023: Thomas Graeven, Architect The following member of the audience requested copies of the amendments to the proposed project;' stated she had not been notified of the proposed amendments; requested continuing the project to review the material; and opposed Conditional Use Permit 97-014 and Design Review 97-023: Margaret. Rivas Council/staff/Speaker Rivas discussion followed .regarding that because the issue had been continued by Council, additional notification requirements were not necessary; the adjacent neighbor's opposition to the proposed' two-story structure; continuing the item to the next Council meeting; and project approval had been continued since July 1997. The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Conditional Use Permit 97-014 and Design Review 97-023: Cindy Dalrymple, owner Council/staff/Speaker Rivas discussion followed regarding that it was unfair to delay the project; project modifications; and the sun study. There were no other speakers on the subject and the Public Hearing was closed at 7:40 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli stated his 'concern regarding modifications impacting the smaller adjacent residence; noted that CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page '4, 2-2-98 the sun study revealed partial sun blockage of the neighbor's rear window; commented on the proposed modifications; commended the architect;, and said that because all code requirements were met, he would support the project. Councilmember Worley said she would support the project; acknowledged the mitigation measures made by the applicant; disliked additional density; and she believed the project improvements would enhance the neighborhood. Councilmember Doyle stated that he appreciated the mitigation measures made by the owner; the project was within code regulations; and stated he woUld support project approval. Councilmember Potts noted his disappointment the neighbors had not worked together on a compromise; stated his surprise that staff had not shown the revised plans to the adjacent neighbors; the applicant's sun study was informative; and~ the project met code requirements. Mayor Thomas noted the Rivas' opposition to the project; home additions were common; stated that if a project was within code requirements and aesthetically pleasing, Council should not deny approval; and encouraged the applicant and adjacent neighbors to discuss the project. It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Worley, to approve Conditional Use ~Permit 97-014 and Design Review 97-023 by adopting the following Resolution No. 97-113: RESOLUTION NO. 97-113 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE pLANNING COMMISSION'S ACTION TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 97-014 AND DESIGN REVIEW 97-023, AUTHORIZING THE~ CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING TWO-STORY DETACHED GARAGE INTO A GUEST HOUSE 'AND TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY GARAGE ADDITION TO AN.EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 340 WEST 2ND STREET Motion carried 5-0. INTRODUCTION Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli introduced C.J. Marciales, Tustin High School senior, who had advanced to the CIF State Cross Country finals for the past two years. CONSENT CALRNDAR (ITF, I~ 3 THROUGH 8) Item No. 7 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor Thomas. It was moVed by Potts, seconded by Saltarelli, to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 19, 1998 REGULAR MEETING Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of January' 19, 1998. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5, 2-2-98 · APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $1,180,943.49 and ratify Payroll in the amount of $538,261.75. PLANNING COMMISS'ION ACTIONAGENDA - JANUARY 26, 1998 Ail 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 January 26, 1998. · RESOLUTION NO. 98-9 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL TRACT MAP 14797 LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF JAMBOREE AND PIONEER ROADS Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98-9 approving Final Tract Map 14797 as'recommended by the Community Development Department. · RESOLUTION NO. 98-7 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE BAKER PIPELINE BLOW-OFF EXTENSION TO STORM DRAIN - JAMBOREE ROAD 1,625'± SOUTH OF PIONEER ROAD (CIP NO. 700077) Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98-7 approving the plans and specifications for the Baker Pipeline Blow-off Extension to Storm Drain along Jamboree Road 1,625'± south of Pioneer Road and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids as recommended by. the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 7 - REVIEW OF RESERVE POLICY FOR CITY OF TUSTIN MayorThomas commended the Audit Committee on the report and commented on sales tax revenue and major sources of revenue. John Garner, Audit Committee, stated that the Audit Committee had studied other cities' reserve policies; sales tax revenue was closely monitored and if revenues fell 5% during a Six month period, the Audit Committee would recommend appropriate action; the decrease in property tax revenue; general fund and sales tax revenues had increased; and the 'City must be cautious about entering into economically sensitive long-term contracts. Council/staff/John Garner discussion followed regarding the City's 15% reserve policy benchmark; 6 Southern California 'counties and the State were below 5% reserve; discussion of the Reserve Policy allowed the public to compare Tustin with other cities' policies; the 15% Reserve Policy had been successful for Tustin; excess reserve funds may be transferred to the Capital or Park Funds; revenue categories; 10% of the reserve was to be used in case of catastrophic events; analyzing the City's Risk Management policy; sales tax revenues; and cities with a 0% Reserve Policy. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to maintain the current Reserve Policy of 15% of General Fund expenditures and a Water Enterprise reserve of 15% of operating cost plus 10% of book value of plant and equipment for the City of Tustin. Motion carried 5-0. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6, 2-2-98 REGULAR BUSINESS (ITEMS 9 THROUGH · STATE OF THE TUSTIN PRIDE COMMITTEE Tim Curry, former Chair of the Tustin Pride Committee', reported on the "State of the Tustin Pride Committee" including the formation of Tustin Pride; flagship programs; growth in volunteer participation; invited the public to attend Tustin Pride meetings; thanked staff and Committee members for their assistance; and he introduced the new Committee officers. Carol Bone, Tustin Pride Committee Chairperson, presented Tim Curry with a Certificate of Recognition. Councilmember Potts commended Tustin Pride on their programs and work throughout the City. Councilmember Worley thanked Tustin Pride for their work and encouraged Pride's involvement in the creation of the proposed Old Town Garden. Mayor Thomas noted how Tustin Pride had changed and grown since its inception; commented on his neighborhood's competition for the Holiday Display Award; commended the volunteers and stated how important they were to the city; and thanked the Committee for their commitment to Tustin Pride. MaYor Pro Tem Saltarelli congratulated the outgoing and incoming Committee Chairs; commented on the importance of Tustin Pride to the City; and commended the Committee on their work. Mayor Thomas encouraged City Commission and Committee applicants to also consider participation in Tustin Pride. 10. ORDINANCE NO. 1192, WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to have second reading by title only and adoption of Ordinance No. 1192. The City Clerk read the.following Ordinance No. 1192 by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1192 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES IN THE CITY OF TUSTIN Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). 11. ORDINANCE NO. 1194, RESIDENTIAL PICKETING It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to have second reading by title only and adoption of Ordinance No. 1194. The CitY Clerk read the following Ordinance No. 1194 by title only: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7, 2-2-98 ORDINANCE NO. 1194 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ITS RESIDENTIAL PICKETING ORDINANCE Motion carried 5-0 (roll call vote). · 12. STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE CITY OF TUSTIN UNDER ELECTRIC RESTRUCTURING It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, to receive and file subject report and direct staff to schedule a future City Council workshop to discuss subject report in more detail. Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated that selection of an electric provider had been extended to the end of March 1998; significant cost savings would not occur from the restructuring until 2002; the City would continue to work with Southern California Edison to maximize potential savings until the restructuring; and staff would analyze options and apprise Council at a future meeting. Council/staffdiscussion followed regarding that the restructuring outreach had been excellent; potential savings if the City utilized Southern California Edison; the difficulty in aggregating residential customers; and conducting a workshop with industry representatives to address Council questions. Motion carried 5-0. 13. PURCHASE OF COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS, PRINTERS AND PERIPHERALS It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to 1) Accept the recommendation of Brea MIS and authorize the Finance Director to issue a purchase Order to Dell Marketing L.P. to purchase up to ninety workstations per subject quotation (the 90 units will be purchased in groups of 30 over the next ninety days); and 2) Approve the following appropriations for the purChase of Workstations, Printers and Peripherals: General Fund, $231,000; Redevelopment Agency, $17,000; and Water Enterprise, $22;000; for a.total appropriation of $270,000. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC INPUT - None OTHER BUSINESS GOOD CITIZEN AWARD Councilmember Doyle reported that the Good Citizen Award was progressing and commended,staff for their assistance. CASINO NIGHT - APRIL 18, 1998 councilmember Doyle stated that the Casino Night fund raiser for the Santa Cop Program would be held at the Revere House on April CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8, 2-2-98 18, 1998. MCFADDEN/SYCAMORE AVENUES BLOCK WALL Councilmember Potts stated he had been assured by staff that the block wall improVement at McFadden and Sycamore Avenues would be completed. MARINE CORPS Councilmember Potts chastised the Marine Corps for inviting 12,000 people to an event at the base without notifying the City. AGENDIZE - TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMING POOL Councilmember Ports requested agendizing discussion of renovating the Tustin High School swimming pool. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM Councilmember Potts requested Council support for establishing a School Resource Officer Program in the City. COLUMBUS TUSTIN PARK .. Councilmember Worley requested the status on rehabilitation of the sport fields at Columbus Tustin Park and asked that lighting be added to the basketball courts. William Huston, City Manager, stated that Council had authorized $10,000 for topographical work and drainage analysis currently underway; and the renovation timeline indicated inclusion as a 1998-99 capital project. LEFT TURN TRAFFIC SIGNALS Councilmember Worley reported that Utah had left-turn yield traffic signals. TUSTIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT - DARE PROGRAM Councilmember Worley expressed opposition to the Tustin Unified School District's proposed elimination of the DARE Program. CITY HALL-COMPUTERS Mayor Pro. Tem Saltarelli expressed his pleasure that City Hall staff would be receiving new Dell computers. INCORRECT INFORMATION INCLUDED IN MAILER Mayor Thomas noted that a recent E1 Toro Airport group mailer had erroneously stated that Council had filed a lawsuit against the County of Orange. .. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9, 2-2-98 OLD TOWN REDEVELOPMENT Mayor Thomas reported he had been contacted by several developers expressing an interest in the Old Town Redevelopment project. COMMITTEE REPORTS SANITATION DISTRICT CONSOLIDATION Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli reported that effective July 1, 1998, the Sanitation Districts would be consolidated into one Orange County Sanitation District, revenue zones would remain unchanged, and there would be no increase in taxes or rates. CLOSED SESSION - None ADJOURNMENT MaYor Thomas adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The next regular meeting of'the City Council was scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. JEFFERY M. THOMAS, MAYOR PAMELA STOKERt CITY CLERK