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REGD~ MEETING OF THE CITY COU~v£L
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
OCTOBER ?, 1996
NO. 3
10-21-96
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Worley at 7:08 p.m. at the
Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilmember Potts.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Rev. Mark Woolfington, First Advent Christian
Church.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
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Council Absent:
City Clerk:
Others Present:
Tracy Wills Worley, Mayor
Mike Doyle
Jim Potts
Thomas R. Saltarelli
Jeffery M. Thomas, Mayor Pro Tem
Pamela Stoker
William A. Huston, City Manager
Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
George Jeffries, City Treasurer
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Com. Development
Steve Foster, Acting Chief of Police
Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works
Mike Henley, Director of Community Services
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Rita Westfield, Asst. Dir./Com. Development
Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy city Clerk
Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager
Gary Veeh, Water Services Manager ~
Gary Magill, Recreation Superintendent
Bettie Correa, Senior Personnel Analyst
Approximately 25 in the audience
PUBLIC INPUT
DINOSAUR DASH
Robert Machado, 1352 Mauna Loa Road, Tustin, thanked Council for
supporting the Dinosaur Dash and presented Council'with t-shirts,
designed by two Tustin High School students, commemorating the
event.
Mayor Worley announced the Dinosaur Dash would be held on November
17, 1996; the Dinosaur Dash was the largest fund raiser for the
Tustin Schools Foundation; The Irvine Company "Imagine A Million"
matching fund campaign expired in March; and invited the community
to participate.
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PARK LIGHTS
Anthony Trujillo, 2001 Kingsboro Circle', Tustin, questioned why
park lights remained on after park closure.
William Huston, City Manager, responded that lighting was for
security purposes.
IRVINE CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS REGARDING MCAS, TUSTIN REUSE PLAN
Councilmember Saltarelli stated his astonishment regarding
unfavorable comments made by the Irvine City Council on the Marine
Corps Air Station, Tustin Reuse Plan; the reuse plan had developed-
over 3-4 years; all Base Reuse Plan meetings had been attended by
Irvine City staff; questioned why the Irvine Council had not
raised concerns during the Reuse Plan process; Tustin's planning,
redevelopment, and design were independent from Irvine; addressed
traffic impact concerns including those of the Irvine Business
Complex; lack of support for the proposed monorail system; invited
the public to review the Reuse Plan; addressed criticism regarding
the proposed multi-family designation on Edinger Avenue; railroad
platform accessibility; the outrageous comments regarding the lack
of imagination in the Reuse Plan; noted the many amenities
proposed for the base; commended staff, Council, and the public
for the work put into this project; and supported the Reuse Plan.
Mayor Worley noted her frustration regarding the Irvine City
Council's comments; the monorail system had been eliminated from
the Reuse Plan due to the tremendous cost and Orange County
Transit Authority opposition; commented on the diversity of the
Reuse Plan; and stated her disappointment with Irvine City
Council's negative comments.
Councilmember Doyle also wondered why the Irvine City Council had
not stated their concerns during the past 4-year planning process;
questioned the.communication, between Irvine City staff and the
Irvine City Council; stated his displeasure with the Irvine
Council's comments; and commended staff and the public for their
hard work on this project.
Councilmember Potts requested a meeting be scheduled between the
Irvine and Tustin City Councils; noted the City of Irvine's
ambiguity regarding the rail platform location; supported a
monorail system; locating a transportation headquarters at Marine
Corps Air Station, E1 Toro; the necessity to mitigate traffic; and
reiterated the need for a meeting between the two City Councils.
Mayor Worley clarified the location of the rail platform at
Edinger Avenue. and Jamboree Road; and stated that Councilmember
Saltarelli and she were meeting with the Irvine City Council
Marine base sub-committee.
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PUBLIC ~~N~S ( ITEI~ ~ THROUGH Z )
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15326, LAGUNA GARDENS
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development, reported '
that approval of Tentative Tract Map 15326 would allow the
conversion of an existing 64 unit apartment complex to owner-
occupied condominium units; the 'property was located at 1361 E1
Camino Real; the Planning Commission had recommended approval and
previoUsly approved the Conditional Use Permit, Variance, and
Design Review; the'Redevelopment Agency had approved a Disposition
and Development Agreement in order to acquire, rehabilitate, and
convert the apartments to owner-occupied condominium units; the
total amount of Agency assistance was $1,174,000.00, $489,000,00
in a permanent subsidy and $685,000,00 as a loan; and commented on
landscaping, facade, structure, and interior improvements.
Mayor Worley opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m.
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of .approving
Tentative Tract Map No. 15326:
Charles Fry, Vista Equities
There Were no other speakers on the subject and the public hearing
was closed at 7:39 p.m.
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Councilmember Saltarelli thanked Mr. Fry and his staff for
bringing this project to the city; stated the necessity of
developer input on projects; noted the project would benefit the
area and he Was pleased it was located next to Tustin High School;
and commended the applicant and staff for working together on a
successful project.
It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Doyle, to approve the
Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the
following Resolution No. 96-101; and approve Tentative Tract Map
.No. 15326 by adopting the following .Resolution No. 96-102:
RESOLUTION NO. 96-101 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE
DECLARATION ASADEQUATE FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15326 LOCATED
AT 1361 EL CAMINO REAL INCLUDING REQUIRED FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
RESOLUTION NO..96-102 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY .OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO.
15326 PERMITTING THE CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING 64-UNIT COMPLEX
INTO OWNER-OCCUPIED CONDOMINIUM UNITS LOCATED AT 1~61 EL CAMINO
REAL
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas absent.
MayOr Worley stated that it was appropriate to use Redevelopment
funding for this project; past City support of converting the
development to owner-occupied condominiums; and she was pleased
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with the proposed project.
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CITIZEN'S OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS) PROGRAM
Steve FOster, Acting Chief of Police, .reported that Assembly Bill
3229 established the Citizen's Option for Public Safety Program
(COPS) which provided funding for local agencies to insure public
safety. He stated that COPS was a permanent ongoing program
requiring new appropriations for continued funding each fiscal
year; establishment of a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services
Fund (SLESF) was necessary to deposit funds allocated for
disbursement; the $148,000.00 grant would be utilized to add a
sergeant and two police officer patrol positions; additional
monies were expected from a Law Enforcement Block Grant Program;
and a public hearing must be held each September to consider
requests for funding.
Mayor Worley opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m.
The following member of the audience spoke in support of citizen's
option For Public Safety (COPS) Program:
Janice Hall, Tustin Effective Apartment Managers president
There were no other speakers on the subject and the public hearing
was closed at 7:46 p.m.
Councilmember Doyle noted the overtime monies allocated for the
gang suppression unit were well spent; commended the unit on a job
well done; and supported the COPS Program.
Mayor Worley stated that she had recently gone on a sting with the
gang suppression unit; the unit's involvement with local schools
targeting gangs; and she supported the COPS Program.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Potts, to accept .$148,039.00 in
funding from the County of Orange for depoSit into the
Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund for front-1 ine
municipal police services.
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas absent.
CONSENT C~T.~~ ( ITEMS 3 THROUGH 21 )
Items No. 6 and 12 were removed from the Consent Calendar by
Councilmembers Saltarelli and Doyle. Councilmember Potts announced he
would'abstain from voting on Item No. 3 due to his absence from the
September 16, 1996 meeting. It was moved by Potts, seconded by DOyle, to
approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff.
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas absent.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 16, 1996 REGULAR MEETING
Council concurred to approve .the City Council Minutes of
SePtember 16, 1996.
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APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $2,405,862.62
and ratify Payroll in the amount of $325,748.71.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-98 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONCESSION AT TUSTIN SPORTS
PARK
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-98 to assign the food and
beverage concession at the Tustin Sports Park to Cyrano's Sports
Cafe, Inc. as recommended by the Community Services Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-103 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DEFINING THE CITY OF TUSTIN PUBLIC
SAFETY SERVICES DEPARTMENTS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ASSEMBLY'BILL 2788
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-103 defining the Public
Safety Services Departments for the City as the Police Department
and Fire Protection as recommended by the Finance Department.
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NOS.
600123 /%ND 600124
Recommendation: Award contract for subject project to R.L.T.
Construction, Inc. of Anaheim, California, in the amount of
$560,489.00 as recommended by the Public WOrks Department/Water
Services Division.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-95 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1997-98 TRANSIT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-95 authorizing the City
Engineer to submit an application to the California Transportation
Commission for FY 1997-98 Transit Capital Improvement (TCI)
Program funds as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-100 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING TIM D. SERLET AS THE
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE LIAISON OFFICER FOR THE CITY OF
TUSTIN
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-100 designating Tim D.
Serlet as the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Liaison officer
for the city of Tustin as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division.
ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE RELEASE OF BONDS FOR
TRACT NO. 14782 (TRAVILLA)
Recommendation: Accept all public improvements within Tract No.
14782 (Travilla) and authorize release of the following bonds for
the indicated amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 13-32-08,
$131,000.00; Labor and Materials Bond No. 13-32-08, $65,500.00;
and Monumentation Bond No. 13-32-09, $5,000.00 as r~¢omm~nded by'
the public Works Department/Engineering Division.
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AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR MCFADDEN AVENUE REHABILITATION PROJECT
BETWEEN SR-55 FREEWAY AND NEWPORT AVENUE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDING 1996-97 FY (PROJECT NO. 700140)
Recommendation: Award contract for the McFadden Avenue
Rehabilitation Project between SR-55 Freeway. and Newport Avenue 'to
R.J. Noble Company, Orange, California, in the amount of
$124,807.90, as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division.
14.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-99 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL.OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR
THE ANNUAL SIDEWALK AND CURB AND GUTTER REPAIR PROJECT FY 1996-97
(PROJECT NO. 4020-6235)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-99 approving the plans
and specifications for the Annual Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter
Repair Project and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for
bids as ,recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering
Division.
15.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-97 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND
AUTHORIZING RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF.COMPLETION FOR WALNUT AVENUE
SB 821 PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS, FRANKLIN AVENUE TO MYFORD ROAD
(PROJECT NO. 700061)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-97 accepting said work as
complete and authorize the.recordation of the Notice of Completion
and direct the City Clerk to: (1) Release the Labor and Materials
Bond not sooner than thirty-five (35)-days after the date of
recordation of the Notice of Completion; and (2) Release the
Faithful Performance Bond not sooner than one year after the date
of'recordation of the Notice of Completion as recommended by the
Public Works Department/Engineering Division.
16.
FOURTH OFJULY CELEBRATION - FIREWORKS CONTRACT
Recommendation: Award a three-year contract for Fourth of July
Celebration fireworks to Fireworks America as recommended by the
Community Services Department.
17.
DENIAL OF CLAIM NO. 96-26; CLAIMANT: MICHAEL ZAKRAJSCEK
Recommendation: Deny subject claim and direct the City Clerk to
provide notice to the claimant and to the. claimant's attorney as
recommended bythe City Attorney.
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DENIAL OF CLAIM NO. 96-37; CLAIMANT: EDDIE SANTANA
Recommendat{on: Deny subject claim and direct the City Clerk to
provide notice to the claimant and to the claimant's attorney as
recommended by the City Attorney.
19.
DENIAL OF CLAIM NO. 96-32; CLAIMANT: JOE CROSTHWAITE
Recommendation: Deny subject claim and direct the City Clerk to
provide notice to the claimant and to the claimant's attorney as
recommended by the City Attorney,
CONT.RACT APPROVAL - COMPUTER SERVICES
Recommendation: Authorize the Police Department to enter into a
contract with West Covina Police Department for completion of the
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computer software installation in the Police Department at a cost
of $150,075.76 (asset forfeiture funds) as recommended by the
Police Department.
21.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-104 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING
FINANCE PROGRAM IN COOPERATION WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 96-104 approving the
Cooperative'Agreement between the County of Orange and the City of
Tustin allowing the County to issue bonds for the financing of the
acquisition and rehabilitation of Hampton Square Apartments as
recommended by the Redevelopment Agency staff.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 6 - PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA -SEPTEMBER
23, 1996
Councilmember Saltarelli referenced Item No. 3, Conditional Use Permit 96-
018 and Design Review 96-030, and questioned whether the matter would be
agendized at a future Council meeting for review.
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Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development, responded that the
item would not be presented to Council unless it was appealed.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding Planning Commission public
hearing comments; and the inclusion of Conditions of Approval for the
project.
Councilmember Saltarelli referenced Item No. 4, Conditional Use Permit 96-
019, and stated his concern regarding 10 additional residents in a 1,900
square foot rest home for the elderly; and believed the area was too small
for that number of people to reside comfortably.
Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development, stated that the
project was consistent with zoning district standards; the Planning
Commission had approved the project 4-1 with Commissioner Kozak opposing;
and the project complied with local and State requirements.
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Council/staff discussion followed regarding controlling agencies of
maintenance and operational standards; limited parking; and' Council
appealing the item.
The following member of the audience spoke regarding limited parking:
Niles Koines, Foothill Community Association President
It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Worley, to appeal Item No. 4,
Conditional Use Permit 96-019.
C°uncilmember Doyle stated thathe.believed parking would not be an issue
because of the lack of resident visitors; and the size of the facility was
adequate due to the immobility of the residents.
Councilmember Saltarelli stated that appealing the matter would allow
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additionaI review of zoning, parking, and the size of the facility.
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas absent.
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Council concurred to approve Planning Commission Action Agenda - September
23, 1996.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 12 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
CONSULTING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF "A" STREET,
MOUNTAIN VIEW DRIVE, "B" STREET, AND "C" STREET FROM FIRST STREET TO
IRVINE BOULEVARD (CIP NOS. 700145, 700146, 700151 AND 700150)
Councilmember Doyle questioned if a consultant's fee was necessary for
· reconstruction of the subject streets.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the design reconstruction for
two of the streets had been accelerated from 1997/98; cost of each street
was estimated at $26,000.00; the reconstruction was complex; and the
consulting fee was competitive.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Potts, to approve the Professional
Services 'Agreement with Hall & Foreman, Inc., to provide Consulting
Engineering Services for subject project for a total not to exceed fee of
$104,500.00 and authorize execution of the Professional Services Agreement
by the Mayor and City Clerk.
MOtion carried 4-0, Thomas absent.
REG~BUSINESS ( ITEMS' 22 THROUGH 23 )
22.
PROPOSITION 213t PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT
Councilmember Potts reported that a 1985 law prevented felons from
recovering monetary awards for accidental injuries sustained while
committing a crime; Proposition 213 would close loopholes when.
certain lawsuits occur; increase victims and citizen rights; and
requested support of the Proposition 213.
Councilmember Saltarel.li stated he was unsure of how he would vote
in.the November election on this item; the proposed legislation
was flawed; he would abstain from voting on this issue; further
study was needed; and he believed the idea behind the proposition
was good.
Councilmember Potts agreed that the proposition was not well
written; believed that if the voters passed the proposition it
would be overturned by the Supreme Court and ultimately rewritten;
and citizens should be more involved in the legislation process.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Doyle, to adopt the following
Resolution No. 96-96:
RESOLUTION NO. 96-96 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING PROPOSITION 213, THE
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT OF 1996
Motion carried 3-0, Saltarelli abstained, Thomas absent.
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WATER FUND TRANSFERS
The City Council recessed the meeting at 8:14 p.m.
reconvened at 8:19 p.m.
The meeting was
The following members of the audience spoke regarding issues'
concerning evidence and legal-matters involving money transfers
from the Water Enterprise Fund and the Tustin Redevelopment Agency
to the City of Tustin's General Fund; and requested specific
Finance Department documentation:
Berklee Maughan, Tustin
Sara Penn, Tustin
Council/staff/speaker Maughan discussion followed regarding that
the matter would be agendized at'the November 18, 1996 Council
meeting for further discussion; the speakers have had access to
all documents; the fairness to the Audit Committee, as a volunteer
group, of Council referring this complex matter to them for a
recommendation; the importance of documenting fund transactions
and support material; City compliance with the Public Records Act;
Audit Committee responsibilities; residents living in Irvine Ranch
Water District (IRWD) service area were billed directly by IRWD;
the detail of the documentation requested by the speakers; the
Audit Committee did not address whether there had been a
misappropriation of funds; hiring an independent auditor to review
this matter; the Audit Committee's recommendation had been to
review transfer methodology at their meeting on OctOber 17, 1996;
transfers.did not contain all cost allocations; and the Audit
Committee was currently working on the matter.
Council concurred that the Audit Committee would establish a
transfer policy and submit 'recommendations at the November 18,
.1996 Council meeting.
CITIZEN COMPLAINT
Onnolee Elliott, 13631 Yorba Street, Santa Ana, complained about
a $40.00 charge on her water bill with no explanation; a claim
rejection by Council for damage to her water pipes; lack of
Police/City staff response to assault charges; and she refiled her
previously rejected claim.
Councilmember Potts stated he would', investigate the water
bill/claim issues.
LOWER WATER R~TES
Charlie Mack, 13202 Wickshire, Tustin, noted the watered
continuously for landscaping, his water bill totalled $183.00, and
if Water Fund/General Fund.transfers would lower water rates, he
was in favor of the transfers.
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OTIIER BUSINESS/COI,~ITTEE REPORTS
TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL w 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Councilmember Doyle announced activities that would be held for
Tustin High School's 75th Anniversary celebration on October 18,
1996.
IRVINE CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS - BASE REUSE PLAN
Councilmember Saltarelli,. referencing Irvine City Council comments
on the Marine Corps Air Station Tustin Reuse Plan, requested
Irvine residents contact the Tustin City Council if they had
concerns or inquiries and asked that they compare the Base Reuse
Plan density with the Irvine Business Complex's density.
Councilmember Potts suggested the Irvine City Council and
residents be encouraged to attend all meetings related to the
Reuse Plan process.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Councilmember Potts commended the Parks and Recreation Commission
for sponsoring a well-attended Saturday educational workshop.
NEW TUSTIN POST OFFICE
Councilmember Potts requested an update on the status of a letter
to Congressman Cox regarding a new Tustin post office..
NEWPORT AVENUE FREEWAY OFF-RAMP
Councilmember Potts requested an update on construction of a
freeway off-ramp at Newport Avenue.
OLD TOWN SIGNS
Councilmember Potts noted an E1 Camino Real and Newport Avenue Old
Town City sign that was in need of repair and repainting.
ELIMINATION OF POLE.SIGNS
Councilmember Potts requested staf~ work with Mr. Pankey regarding
elimination of two pole signs.
EL CAMINO APARTMENT DEMOLITION
Councilmember Potts requested a status on the demolition of
apartments on E1 C.amino Real.
Tim Serlet, City Engineer, responded that Request for Proposals
had been issued.
AGENDIZE - SENIOR HOUSING
C°uncilmember Potts requested agendizing the need 'for senior
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housing in Tustin.
CITY LANDSCAPING
Councilmember Potts noted areas that needed landscaping work; and
requested staff contact the County of Orange regarding the lack of
regional trails maintenance.
PROCLAMATION REQUEST
Councilmember Potts requested community service proclamations for
Karen Ching and Jill and Wes Moody.
HUMANITARIAN RECOGNITION
Councilmember Potts commended City Hall employee, Joan Shaver, and
her husband, Raymond, for care giving to a disabled patient who
had been confined to a convalescent hospital and did not receive
regular visits from his family; and he requested a humanitarian
award or proclamation be presented to the Shavers.
TUSTIN TILLER DAYS - OCTOBER 11-13, 1996
Mayor Worley invited everyone to participate in the Tiller Days
activities and parade on October 11-13, 1996.
CLOSED BESSION
Mayor Worley announced that the City Council would convene in closed
session to confer with the City Attorney regarding: (1) pending litigation
to which the City was a party, Cindy Ann Baratta vs. City of Tustin,
Junction Tseng, OCSC No. 75-88-33; (2) the claim of Christine Sierras,
Claim No. 96-18; and (3) the claim of Tony and Nick Nammari, Robert
Johnson and the Caliber Group, Claim No. 96-27. The claims were available
for review at the City Clerk's Office. The City Council would also
convene in closed session to confer with Nick Nichols, the City's labor
negotiator; the employee organization involved in potential negotiations
was the Tustin Municipal Employees Association.
Mayor Worley adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m. The next regular meeting
of the City Council' was scheduled for Monday, October 21, 1996, at 7:00
p.m. in the CounCil Chambers at 300 Centennial Way.
CLOSED. SESSION STATEMENT
It was moved and seconded to deny the following claims and direct the City
Clerk to provide notice to the claimants and the claimants' attorneys:
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Christine Sierras, Claim No. 96-18; and Tony and Nick Nammari, Robert
Johnson and the Caliber group, Claim No. 96-27.
Motion carried 4-0,'Thomas absent.
TRACY WILLS WORLEY, MAYOR
PAMELA STOKER, CITY CLERK