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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1996 10 21MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA OCTOBER 21, 1996 CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order by Mayor Worley at 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Thomas. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Mr. Al Enderle. 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 Jeffries, City Treasurer Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Com. Development Steve Foster, Acting Chief of Police Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager Rita Westfield, Asst. Dir./Com. Development Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk Bettie Correa, Senior Personnel Analyst Scott Reekstin, Associate Planner Gary Veeh, Water Services Manager Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner <Gary Magill, Recreation -superintendent Approximately 55 in the audience NORTH TUSTIN FIRE UPDATE Mayor Worley reported on the North Tustin area fire; the number of homes lost and damaged; the number of firefighters that responded from numerous jurisdictions; accuracy of firefighting helicopters; Tustin Police efforts to save personal property; and heroic acts performed by citizens for the fire victims. PROCLAMATIONS KAREN CHING, JILL AND WES MOODY - COMMUNITY SERVICE RECOGNITION Mayor Worley read and presented proclamations to Karen Ching and Jill and Wes Moody for volunteer service to Tustin High School. Wes Moody announced that a campus beautification day would be held on October 26, 1996, at Tustin High School and requested volunteers; the Dinosaur Dash would be held November 17, 1996, at the Tustin Market Place and invited the community to participate; and explained that proceeds from the event supported Tustin schools. PRESENTATIONS CALIFORNIA STATE HORSEMAN'S ASSOCIATION PLAQUE Cherill Cady reported on the success of the Tiller Days Parade; noted the California Horseman's Association parade display was outstanding; and she presented Council with a plaque from the Horseman's Association. PUBLIC INPUT PAT BUTTRESS ANNOUNCED RE'T'IREMENT Pat Buttress, Southern California Edison Company, announced her retirement from Southern California Edison Company effective CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2, 10-21-96 November 1, 1996, and thanked Council and staff for their past support. Council commended Ms. Buttress for her service to Tustin and stated she would be greatly missed. REQUEST FOR DOCUMENTS Berklee Maughan, Tustin, notified Council that his request for documents under the Public Records Act relating to fund transfers had not been complied with by staff. Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney, responded that staff had complied with the request and provided documents to the speaker; however, she believed that the answers Mr. Maughan was seeking were not contained in the documents. PUBLIC HEARINGS ( ITEMS 1 THROUGH 2 ) 1. AMENDED FINAL STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES (FY 1994-95) AND ONE-YEAR ACTION PLANS (FY 1995-96 AND FY 1996-97) FOR FEDERAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS Rita Westfield, Assistant Director of Community Development, reported that the proposed reallocation would transfer approximately $152,046.00 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from inactive or completed projects to code enforcement, commercial,_ rehabilitation, and a new lead agency for development and operation of the Learning Village at Marine Corps Air Station, Tustin. Mayor Worley opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. There were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Thomas, to adopt the following Resolution No. 96-105 approving amendments to the Final Statement of Objectives for FY 1994-95 and One -Year Action Plans for FY 1995-96 and FY 1996-97 for the proposed use of Community Development Block Grant funds: RESOLUTION NO. 96-105 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S FINAL STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND ONE-YEAR ACTION PLANS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SUCH AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Motion carried 5-0. 640-16 2. INITIATION OF ANNEXATION NO. 156 (ABANDONED RAILWAY EASEMENT TO THE NORTH OF 13031 NEWPORT AVENUE) Scott Reekstin, Associate Planner, reported that the owner of the Plaza Lafayette shopping center had requested the City annex a portion of an abandoned railway easement located to the north of the shopping center; the original size of the easement was reported as .7 of an acre, however, recent research revealed that approximately one-half of the area had been annexed to the City in 1973 leaving the subject property proposed for annexation at less than .4 of an acre ; Plaza Lafayette owner was negotiating with Southern Pacific Transportation Company to purchase the subject property for development of a 'parking lot; City -owned land portion was zoned R-3; subsequent to public noticing, staff was contacted by area residents who opposed the proposed annexation; development of a bike trail at the right-of-way was not scheduled to occur in the near future; and the County of Orange had requested consideration of an easement for future development of a bike trail. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the bike trail easement; the number, size, and location of the proposed parking spaces; and the size of the proposed annexation. Mayor Worley opened the public hearing at 7:34 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3, 10-21-96 The following members of the audience spoke in opposition to Annexation No. 156 and to the proposed shopping center parking lot: George Haltman, 14592 Clarissa Lane, Santa Ana Susan Kels, 14582 Clarissa Lane, Santa Ana Dave Skelton, 14571 Beason, Santa Ana Bob Hodgson, 14591 Clarissa Lane, Santa Ana Niles Koines,.Foothill Communities Association President Charles Jones, 182.22 E. 17th Street, Santa Ana Desa Schroeder, 14742 Plaza Drive, Santa Ana Carol McCauley Steve Suytak, 14141 Brennan Way, Santa Ana Neil Harkleroad, 10562 Mira Vista, Santa Ana Chris Ernst, 14562 Clarissa Lane, Santa Ana The following member of the audience spoke in favor of construction of a regional trail in that area: A Caltrans representative There were no more speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed at 8:12 p.m. Councilmember Saltarelli noted the lack of parking at the Plaza; construction of a parking lot could provide improved security and appearance; stated he was sympathetic to homeowner concerns; suggested that the homeowners negotiate with Santa Fe Transportation Company to purchase the subject property; favored a pedestrian access or bike trail on the site; said that mitigation efforts must be made to help resolve the parking problem; commented that the Plaza should purchase 300 feet of County land for additional parking; and stated he opposed the annexation. Councilmember Potts agreed that a parking problem existed in the Plaza; noted staff's efforts to obtain parking from nearby businesses; encouraged people to carpool to the restaurants in the Plaza; supported continuation of the bike trail on the subject property and designation as future park land; opposed annexation; and remarked on the distance to Plaza businesses if a parking lot was constructed on the proposed annexation site. Mayor Worley stated that the nearby residents should not suffer because of poor City planning regarding the lack of parking at the Plaza; the City must abide by parking guidelines when reviewing parking variance requests; supported the residents purchasing/ leasing the subject property; supported a shared parking agreement with area businesses; remarked on a similar experience she had regarding the distance of a synagogue from her neighborhood; and she opposed Annexation No. 156. Mayor Pro Tem Thomas requested staff and the area residents work together toward a solution; noted the new business development interest in the area around the Plaza; and stated he supported the residents' on this matter and was opposed to the annexation. Councilmember Doyle stated that the County property would remain ^�^ vacant because of the bankruptcy; agreed that there was a parking problem in the Plaza; was opposed to the proposed parking lot; and residents purchasing the property could be a viable solution. Councilmember Potts said the land had historical value; the necessity to place an historical marker on the land; and a portion of the land should be paved to alleviate parking problems. It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Thomas, to deny Annexation No. 156. Motion carried 5-0. 625-30 Council/staff discussion followed regarding negotiating with the applicant and property owner to sell the right-of-way area for development of a parking lot; and a traffic engineer had been CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4, 10-21-96 retained by the Plaza Lafayette owner to develop a traffic management plan. CONSENT CALENDAR ( ITEMS 3 THROUGH 17 ) It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Thomas, to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 7, 1996 REGULAR MEETING Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of October 7, 1996. 4. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $434,137.76 and ratify Payroll in the amount of $336,983.96. 380-10 360-82 5. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - OCTOBER 14, 1996 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 October 14, 1996. 120-50 6. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT NO. 14110 (VENTANA) Recommendation: Accept all public improvements within Tract No. 14110 (Ventana) and authorize the release of the following bonds for the indicated amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 3SM80544000, $4,000.00; and Labor and Materials Bond No. 3SM80544000, $2,000.00 as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 600-70 7. RESOLUTION NO. 96-107 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE STATUS OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT FOR THE CITY OF TUSTIN Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-107 concerning status of the City of Tustin's Circulation Element as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 690-55 8. RESOLUTION NO. 96-108 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SUBMITTAL OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR FUNDING UNDER THE COMBINED TRANSPORTATION FUNDING PROGRAM Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-108 requesting the Orange County Transportation Authority include the City of Tustin projects in the 1997-98/2001-02 Combined Transportation Funding Programs as recommended by the Public Works Department/ Engineering Division. 690-55 9. RESOLUTION NO. 96-111 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO THE COMPENSATION OF CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-111 amending the salary schedule for Confidential Employees as recommended by Personnel Services. 520-20 10. RESOLUTION NO. 96-110 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-110 accepting the final report from Creative Management Solutions of the classification and salary study for non -management, non -sworn employees and amending the Classification Plan as recommended by Personnel Services. 510-25 11. STATUS REPORT: HERITAGE WAY PARK AND TUSTIN RANCH TREE PARK Recommendation: Receive and file subject report as recommended by the Community Services Department. 920-65 920-35 12. AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION AND FINANCING OF MAIN STREET WELL NO. 4 THROUGH CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT CONJUNCTIVE USE WELL CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Orange County Water District for the construction and financing of Main Street Well No. 4 as recommended by the Public Works Department/Water Services Division. 400-70 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5, 10-21-96 13. RESOLUTION NO. 96-106 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS THE ANNUAL ASPHALT CONCRETE REHABILITATION AND OVERLAY PROJECT 1996-97, CIP NO. 700001 Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No and specifications and authorizing subject project as recommended Department/Engineering Division. THE FOR FY 96-106 approving the plans advertisement for bids for by the Public Works 400-45 14. RESOLUTION NO. 96-109 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR TRADE AND COMMERCE DESIGNATION OF A LAMBRA FOR MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, TUSTIN Recommendation: Authorize staff to submit an application to the State Trade and Commerce Agency for designation of MCAS Tustin as a LAMBRA through adoption of Resolution No. 96-109 as recommended by the Community Redevelopment Agency. 150-50 15. " ADDENDUM TO THE 1996 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH TUSTIN MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Addendum to the 1996 Memorandum of Understanding with the Tustin Municipal Employees Association approving the agreement on salary changes reached through negotiations reflected in the subject salary schedule as recommended by Personnel Services. 540-40 16. MARINE CORPS AIR STATION TUSTIN REUSE PLAN AND HOMELESS ASSISTANCE SUBMISSION Recommendation: That the City Council, acting as the Local Redevelopment Authority for MCAS Tustin, approve the MCAS Tustin Reuse Plan and Homeless Assistance Submission, authorize its submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Defense (DoD), and authorize the Assistant City Manager to execute any agreements or documents as may be required by DoD or HUD as recommended by the Assistant City Manager. 150-50 17. AGREEMENT BETWEEN TUSTIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AND CITY OF TUSTIN, AS THE LOCAL REUSE AUTHORITY, FOR MARINE CORPS AIR STATION TUSTIN Recommendation: Approve an agreement between the City of Tustin and the Tustin Unified School District regarding transfer of school sites and other mitigation measures at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin as recommended by the Assistant City Manager. 400-10 REGULAR BUSINESS ( ITEM 18 ) 18. TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL PRIDE PROGRAM - REQUEST FOR FUNDS Pete Rivas, Tustin High School Pride Program, explained that the Pride Program and Tustin High School were working together on a Halloween project utilizing Tustin High School for children aged kindergarten through 5th grade to go trick or treating. He stated the school would provide a safe environment for the children; approximately 300 high school students had applied to volunteer for the project; local clubs and sports teams had volunteered to sponsor and decorate classrooms; the event would be available to four schools located near the high school; estimated attendance was 2,400 children; adequate candy must be purchased; the Pride Program had $600.00 available to spend on the event and were conducting a carwash with donations earmarked for the event; a total of $3,000.00 was needed to cover all expenses; requested financial assistance from the City; and emphasized that the event was to benefit the children in the community. Tim O'Donoghue, Tustin High School Administration, stated that the Tustin Unified School District had approved the event; requested financial help from the City; explained the lateness of the request was due to his work on Tustin High School's 75th Anniversary; noted that this was a worthwhile project- future plans to involve Foothill High School in offering a similar event for children; and noted the enthusiasm of the Tustin High School students to work the event. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6, 10-21-96 Council/ speakers discussion followed regarding concern that the Pride Program event would conflict with the City -sponsored Halloween party; the Pride Program would provide another option to keep children off the streets and in a safe environment; the number of high school students willing to volunteer for the project; the plan to make this a yearly event; local stores had been contacted for candy donations without success; the number of events the Pride Program sponsored that relied on donations from local stores and businesses; a $2,000.00 City donation was necessary for a successful event; the City -sponsored Halloween party traditionally attracted children from the immediate area; the City had donated $400.00 to the City party; the concern regarding setting a precedent in contributing to the Pride Program project; the City's contribution should benefit the youth in the community; the Tustin Community Foundation would handle these requests in the future; and high attendance was expected. It was moved by Potts seconded by Saltarelli, to appropriate $2,000.00 to the Tustin High School Pride Program Halloween event. Council/staff discussion followed regarding expanding the City's Halloween program to involve the Tustin Community Foundation; concern that the City was funding two separate Halloween events; consolidating both events; and referring the matter to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Motion carried 5-0. 330-20 Council/Speaker O'Donoghue discussion followed commending Tustin High School students for volunteering to work on the event and the Tustin High School Pride Program for donating time and money to organize the project; utilizing future Community Development Block Grant funding for youth programs; providing a safe activity for children was the City's responsibility; the event provided a chance for high school students to perform community service; and the positive contribution Pete Rivas and the Tustin High School Pride Program provided to the community. PUBLIC INPUT AVAILABLE HOMES FOR FIRE VICTIMS Arlene Simmons, Coldwell Banker, stated she had information on available homes for fire victims. EL CAMINO SOUND WALL David Massey questioned the inadequate extension of the sound wall on El Camino Real and requested additional shrubbery. William Huston, City Manager, stated that staff would investigate the matter. OTHER BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS ANNEXATION NO. 156 MAP Councilmember Potts requested a map of Annexation No. 156 be _ provided to Plaza Lafayette tenants and to contact him if they had questions DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Councilmember Doyle requested a status report on the creation of the Downtown Business Association. William Huston, City Manager, responded that a consultant had been hired and would be meeting with the merchants. Council discussion followed regarding hiring the consultant without involvement of the Business Association as Council had directed; the legality of the consultant's contract; -varied interpretations of Council direction regarding the hiring; a Mayoral letter on the consultant that had not been copied to the CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7, 10-21-96 entire Council; clarification of Council intended action; and the need for the consultant to work cooperatively with the Association in order to retain his contract. TILLER DAYS Councilmember Doyle commended the Tiller Days Committee and volunteers for a successful event. rm" i TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL 75TH ANNIVERSARY Councilmember Doyle reported on the Tustin High School's 75th Anniversary event and the enjoyment of watching alumni from the 1920's to 1990's reunited. INTERNET INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC , Mayor Pro Tem Thomas requested agendizing his presentation on providing information to the public through the Internet. NORTH TUSTIN FIRE Mayor Pro Tem Thomas stated he was proud of the City's response to the North Tustin fire and the community generosity given to the victims; urged residents to provide donations to the Red Cross; and he commented on the lack of sensitivity displayed by the media. Councilmember Saltarelli commented on the City's close relationship with North Tustin and he was proud of the response to the fire. Mayor Worley commended Acting Chief Foster, Tustin Police officers, and firefighters for their emergency response ability. William Huston, City Manager, responded that praise was also due to Water Services Manager, Gary Veeh, and the Water Department, City Engineer, Tim Serlet, and the Public Works field crews, and building inspectors. BASE REUSE PLAN ADOPTION Mayor Worley congratulated the Base Closure Task Force on the successful adoption of the Base Reuse Plan which would now be forwarded to the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Department of Defense. APOLOGY FROM IRVINE CITY COUNCILMEMBER SMITH Councilmember Saltarelli noted that Irvine City Councilmember Smith had called and apologized for his comments regarding Tustin's Reuse Plan. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Worley announced that the City Council would convene in closed session to confer with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation to which the City was a party: Heritage Construction vs. City of Tustin, Robert Bein and William Frost. i ADJOURNKENT Mayor Worley adjourned the meeting at 9:25 p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council was scheduled for Monday, November 4, 1996, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. TRACY W LS WORLEY, MAY PAMELA STOKER, Y�CLiRK