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OF THE TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
300 Centennial Way
July 6, 1981
Io CALL
TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Hoesterey at 4:41
p.m.
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~ II.
ROLL CALL Councilpersons Present: Edgar, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli
Councilpersons Absent: Sharp
others Present: James G. Rourke, City Attorney
Charles Thayer, Interim City Manager
Eva A. Solis, Deputy City Clerk
Mike Brotemarkle, Comm. Dev. Director
R. Kenneth Fleagle, Comm. Dev. Consultant
Bob Ledendecker, City Engineer
Roy Gonzales, Personnel Director
Ronald Nault, Finance Director
Royleen White, Community Services Director
~= Nancy Miller, Administrative Aide
Approximately 15 in the audience
III;. RECESS It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedy, to recess at 4:42 p.m.
tO the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Carried 4-0.
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETINGT
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JUly 6, 1981
1. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Pro Tem Hoesterey at
~ 4:42 p.m.
2. Members Present: Edgar, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli
Members Absent: Sharp
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - June 15, 1981
It was moved by Kennedy~ seconded by Edgar, to approve the min-
utes of the June 15, 1981, meeting. Carried 4~0.
5. WORK PROPOSAL FOR EXPANDED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY DEVELOPMENT
Following additional comments by Dr. Fleagle to his report dated
July 6, 1981, it was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedy, to
authorize staff to set for public hearing on July 20, 1981, con-
sideration of an amendment to the Finance Plan of the Tustin
Redevelopment Plan.
Pursuant to Council/staff discussion, the motion was amended by
Edgar, seconded by Saltarelli, to authorize staff to proceed
with:!
1) An amendment to the Project "A" (Town Center Project Area)
financing plan to increase revenues from$600,000 to $1.5
~"~ million and to increase bonded indebtedness limitation from
$6.5 million to $10 million to be presented to the Agency on
' July 20, 1981;
2) The acquisition of land for public parking accommodations
and acquiring option for the purchase of land for civic
center development and private redevelopment, as approvedby
the Agency;
3) The expansion of the survey area to include the entire City
limits for the purpose of establishing projects in areas in
need of public improvements; and
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4) An amendment to the area of the Redevelopment Plan to enable
establishing a Project Area "B" for Irvine lands and "C" for
recently annexed County islands. The amendment of the plan
to increase the area or to create a new area will place the
Agency under the restrictions of the Montoya 20% housing set
aside and the other control measures of the 1976 legisla-
tion.
Motion carried 4-0. 81
7. RESOLUTION NO. RDA 81-7 - A Resolution of the Tustin Community
Redevelopmerit Agency of the City of Tustin, California, ACCEPT-
ING WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING RECORDATION OF NOTICE
OF COMPLETION (Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Second Street and
"C" Street - Holstrom Construction Corporation)
AS recommended in the memo dated June 29, 1981, prepared by the
City'Engineer, it was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Edgar, to
adopt Resolution No. RDA 81-7, and authorize payment of the
final 10% retention amount ($2,226.02) if no claims or stop
notices are filed within 30 days of the date of recordation of
the Notice of Completion. Carried 4-0. 91
8o DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL - NW CORNER OF SECOND ST. & PROSPECT AVE. AVE.
The Community Development Director provided additional informa-
tion to the staff report dated July 6, 1981, regarding the pro-
posed development at subject location. It was moved by Edgar,
seconded by Saltarelli, to reaffirm the Agency's position that
the City is not interested in exercising condemnation proceed-
ings for acquisition of the site but prefers to encourage pri-
vate development in an expeditious manner. Motion carried 4-0. 81
In reference to tandem parking as indicated in the report,
Hoesterey stated his Concerns over its effects on employee
morale; Saltarelli felt tandem parking could prove successful in
a commercial area for 9ustomers, with time restrictions. No
action was taken on this matter..
9o LOAN AGREEMENT BETWEEN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY & CITY
AS recommended in the report dated July 1, 1981' prepared by the
Finance Director, it was moved by Edgar, seconded by Saltarelli,
to approve the loan agreement for $1,125,000.00 between the
Tustin Community Redevelopmerit Agency and the City of Tustin and
authorize its execution by Mayor and Clerk. Carried 4-0. 45
10. DOWNTOWN PARKING
In response to Councilman Saltarelli's inquiry, the Community
Development Director reported that staff will be meeting with
Gfeller Development Corporation on July 7 to discuss downtown
parking, and will then schedule a meeting with the Agency Com-
mittee, staff and Gfeller to pursue the matter.
11. ADJOURNMENT
It was then moved by Saltarelli~ seconded b~ Kennedy, to adjourn
at 5:05 p.m. to the 7:30 p.m. public hearing for Fiscal Year
1981-82 Redevelopmerit Agency Budget. Carried 4-0.
RECORDING SECRETARY
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MEETING OF TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
RECONVENED AT 5:05 P.M.
July 6, 1981
IV. PUBLIC
CONCERNS None
V. CONSENT
CALENDAR Item No. 8 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Kennedy. It Was
then moved by Edgar~ seconded by Kennedy, to approve the remainder
of the Consent Calendar as follows.~ CarYie~ 4-0.
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1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- June 15, 1981
2. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS in the amount of $241,825.61
RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL in the amount of $90,982.61 50
3. DENIAL OF CLAIM - KAREN MC CRAY, CLAIM NO. 81-12~ DATE OF LOSS:
5--5-8 1
Deny Claim of Karen McCray as recommended by the City
Attorney 40
4. RESOLUTION NO. 81-77 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, APPROViNG TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 11564 LOCATED AT
14682 HOLT AVENUE
Adopt Resolution No. 81-77 as recommended by the Conuaunity
Development Department. 99
5. RESOLUTION NO. 81-78 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO AMEND
~ TITLE 42 UNITED STATES CODE SECTIONS 1983 AND 1988 TO LIMIT THE
~ LIABILITY OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS AND TO LIMIT ATTORNEY'S FEES
IN ACTIONS ALLEGING VIOLATIONS OF CIVIL RIGHTS
Adopt Resolution No · 81-78 as recommended by the City
Council. 61
6. RESOLUTION NO. 81-79 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City Of Tustin, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 11569 (14722 New-
port Avenue)
Adopt Resolution No. 81-79 as recommended by the Community
Development Department. 99
7. RESOLUTION NO. 81--80 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin ACCEPTING WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING
RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION [Red Hill Avenue MCAS(H)
Memorial Sidewalk - Nobest, Inc. ]
Adopt Resolution No. 81-80 as recommended by the Public
Works Department. 92
9. RESOLUTION NO. 81-82 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, California, ADJUSTING CERTAIN TUSTIN WATER SER-
VICE USAGE RATES
Adopt Resolution No. 81-82 as approved by the City Council
on June 15, 1981. 50
107
10. RESOLUTION NO. 81-83 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, California, RELATING TO THE CLASSIFICATION, COM-
PENSATION AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT OF CITY NON-ADMINISTRATIVE AND
NON-MANAGEMENT GENERAL EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN
Adopt Resolution No. 81-83 as recommended by the Interim
City Manager. 79
11. RESOLOTION NO. 81-84 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, CalifOrnia, RELATING TO THE CLASSIFICATION,
COMPENSATION AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT OF MANAGEMENT OFFICERS OF
THE CITY OF TUSTIN
Adopt Resolution No. 81-84 as recommended by the Interim
City Manager. 79
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12. REQUEST FOR PARKING PROHIBITION - ALLIANCE AVENUE
Authorize installation of signing on northerly side of Alli-
ance Ave. to read, "No Parking, 6:00 a.m. to Noon, Thursday,
Street Sweeping," with warnings to be issued in lieu of
citations for the first 30 days after sign installation as
recommended by the Public Works Department. 75
13. NEWPORT AVENUE MEDIAN PROJECT - REQUEST FOR 50 DAY EXTENSION
Authorize 50-day time extension on contract as recommended
by the Public Works Department. 92
14. APPOINTMENT OF CITY EMERGENCY MEDICAL & HEALTH CARE COORDINATOR
Approve Dr. Joseph Dinglasan for position of city Physician,
to be effective July 6, 198~, until further notice, as
recommended by the Interim City Manager. 103
15. APPOINTMENT TO ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION -
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Appoint Councilman Edgar to the Technical Advisory
Committee Orange County Transportation Commission, and
City Engineer Bob Ledendecker as alternate, as recommended
by the Interim City Manager. 28
67
16. DISPOSAL OF OLD FIRE EQUIPMENT
Authorize City Manager to dispose of equipment and if possi-
ble, donate it to a city in need as reconunended by the
interim City Manager.
17. RESOLUTION NO. 81-85 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City~of Tustin, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF TRACT NO. 11291 (1231
Warner Avenue)
Adopt Resolution No. 81-85 as recommended by the Community
Development Department. 99
The City Engineer responded to Councilwoman Kennedy's questions per-
taining to Consent Calendar Item No. 8 regarding the three proper-
ties where easements were not obtained for the undergrounding work.
It was then moved by Kennedy~ seconded by Edgar, to adopt Resolution
No. 8~-81, as recommended in the report dated July 1, 198~, prepared
by the Public Works Department.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 81-81 - A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, California, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 81-14 TO
AMEND EXHIBIT "C" ATTACHED THERETO (El Camino Real ~nderground
Utility District No. 5)
Carried 4-0. 104
In response to Counciman Edgar, the City Engineer reported that it
is expected to have the conversion completed and poles removed in
about 2-1/2 months, barring any unforseen~delays.
ORDINANCES
FOR INTRO-
DUCTION None
ORDINANCES FOR
ADOPTION 1. ORDINANCE NO. 853 -An Ordinance of the city council of the city
of Tustin, REZONING PROPERTY ON ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION 81-3 AT
615 E. FIRST STREET (230 + East of Fashion Lane, North Side of
First Street)
It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedx, that Ordinance No.
853 have second reading by title only. Carried 4-0. Following
reading of title by the Deputy City Clerk, it was moved
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Edgar, seconded b~ Kennedy, that Ordinance No. 853 be passed and
adopted. Roll call vote:
AYES: Edgar, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli
NOES: None
ABSENT: Sharp 110
2. ORDINANCE NO. 854 - An Ordinance of the City Council of the City
of Tustin, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF REZONING APPLICATION NO.
81-4 LOCATED ON THE WESTERN SIDE OF NEWPORT AVENUE, BETWEEN MAIN
STREET AND EL CAMINO REAL.
It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedy, that Ordinance No.
854 have second reading by title only. Following reading of
title by the Deputy City Clerk, it was moved by Edgar, seconded
by Hoesterey, that Ordinance No. 854 be passed and adopted.
Roll call vote:
AYES: Edgar, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli
NOES: None
ABSENT: Sharp 110
VIIi. OLD
BUSINESS None
IX. NEW
BUSINESS 1. SETTLEMENT - WILLIAM HULLL
As recommended in the memo dated June 24, 1981, prepared by the
Interim City Manager, it was moved by Saltarelli, seconded bY
Edgar, to accept the proposed settlement between the City of
Tustin and William Hull in the amount of $20,582.30 and autho-
rize the Interim City Manager to execute the compromise and
release portions of that agreement. Motion carried 4-0.
79
2. SETTLEMENT - NANCY KURAS
Following consideration of the memo dated June 24, 1981, pre-
pared by the Interim City Manager, it was moved by Kennedy,
seconded by Edgar, to accept the settlement for Nancy Kuras in
the amount of $8,850.00 and authorize the Interim City Manager
to execute the compromise and release agreements between Nancy
Kuras and the City of Tustin.
Councilman saltarelli requested clarification of the matter.
The City Attorney resp0ndedthatTUStin is settling the Workers'
Compensation claim for injuries to our employee, although
sustained through actions by another public entity's employee,
and a cross action has been filed against the City of Newport
Beach for recovery of settlement costs in the matter.
Carried 4-0. 79
3. REPRESENTATIVE TO ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH PLANNING COUNCIL
AS recommended in the memo dated June 26, 1981, prepared by the
City Clerk, it was moved by Kennedy, seconded by Edgar, to ask
the Tustin News if they would publish an article on July 16
requesting any residents interested in becoming the representa-
tive or alternate for the Orange County Health Planning Council
to contact the City Clerk's office. Motion carried 4-0. 70
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4, VOLUNTEER SERVICES - JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT ACTIVITY
Councilman Edgar provided an oral report on the matter, and
recommended that Council appoint a qualified member of the com-
munity to assist in aircraft activity affecting Tustin. It was
moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedy, to appoint Michael Wandrick
to serve as a community volunteer to assist Council on airport
matters, with the condition that such appointment is in an
unpaid, unofficial capacity. Carried.4-O~ 101
5. PERSONNEL VACANCIES -- BUSINESS LICENSE COORDINATOR & SR. ACCOUNT
AS recommended in the memo dated July 1, 1981, prepared by the
Finance Director, it was moved by Kennedy, seconded by
Hoesterey, to authorize filling the Business License Coordinator
and Senior Account Clerk positions in the Finance Department.
Councilman Saltarelli referred to budget discussions centered
around tabling filling .the positions pending review of a pro-
posed reorganization of the Finance Department. The Interim
City Manager indicated Council's direction was that reclassifi-
cations within the Finance Department would be held in abeyance
until the organizational structure could be reviewed; the Senior
Account Clerk position is a vital function of the department;
and any reevaluation, combination of duties, or possible
realignment to another department is in relation to the Business
License Coordinator position.
The motion was amended by Kennedy, seconded by Edgar,. to autho-
rize recruitment and hiring of the Senior Account Clerk position __
and table the Business License Coordinator position following
Council's review of the Finance Department's organization.
Motion carried 4-0. 79
X. OTHER
BUSINESS I 1 · FiNANCIAL STATUS OF WATER DEPARTMENT
The Interim City Manager reportedthat a revieWOf the entire
water department budget should be completed within 30 days, and
a comprehensive report to Council will be made at that time.
2, ABSENCE OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER
The Interim City Managerinformed Council he has reached maximum
vacation accumulation and would be using a few days at a time
intermittently.
3, STATUS OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY/WALTER FOSTER/BOYS' CLUB
In responSeto Councilman Edgar, the City Attorney reported that
one minor change was made in the agreement as requested by Mr.
Foster, and after the amended page has been sent to the Boys'
Club the City Attorney will make contact with them on the
matter.
4· FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY ·
Councilwoman Kennedy expressed thanks to the Community Services
staff for the second annual fireworks display and commented on
the excellent program.
5 · FASHION LANE PARKING
As recommended by Councilwoman Kennedy, Council concurred to
direct staff to look into possible removal of on-street parking
on Fashion Lane if it will eliminate a traffic hazard.
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XI · RECESS -
EVENING
It was moved by Kennedy, seconded by Edgar, to recess at 5:30 p.m.
to the 7:30 p.m. meeting. Carried 4-0.
MEETING OF TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
RECONVENED AT ;7:35 P.M.
July 6, 1981
I. CALL
TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Sharp at 7:35 p.m.
II. ROLL
CALL Councilpersons Present: Edgar, Boesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli,
Sharp
Councilpersons Absent: None
Others Present: James G. Rourke, City Attorney
Charles Thayer, Interim City Administrator
Eva A. Solis, Deputy City Clerk
= _ ...... Mike B~e~e_~!~e_.~__.qgnu~.p~X~ pirector
Bob Ledendecker, City Engineer
Ronald Nault, Finance Director
Royleen White, Community Services Director
Ronald Lowenberg, Acting Chief of Police
Approximately 25 in the audience
III. PUBLIC
CONCERNS None
IV. PUBLIC
HEARINGS 1. FISCAL YEAR 1981-82 CITY BUDGET
The public hearing was opened by Mayor Sharp at 7:37 p.m. There
were no speakers on the matter. The public hearing was closed
at 7:38 p.m.
Based on the Interim City Manager's indication at the afternoon
session regarding the Water Department budget review, it was
moved by Edgar{ seconded by Saltarelli, to approve the 1981-82
Fiscal Year Budget as recommended in the report dated June 29,
1981, prepared by the Interim City Manager, with the exception
of the Water Department, but that salary increases for Water
Department employees be acknowledged. Roll call vote:
AYES: Edgar, Boesterey, Kennedy, Satarelli, Sharp
~ NOES: None
· ABSENT: None 29
V. RECESS It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Hoesterey, to recess to the
Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:41 p.m. Carried 5-0.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
RECONVENED AT 7:41 P.M.
4. PUBLIC HEARIIG - FISCAL YEAR 1981-82 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET
Mayor Sharp opened the public hearing at 7:42 p.m. There were
no speakers infavor of or in opposition to the matter. The
public hearing was closed at 7:43 p.m.
It was then moved by Edgar, seconded ~y Kennedy, to approve the
1981.82 Fiscal Year Redevelopmerit Agency Budget with the follow-
ing amendments:
a) Deletion of the Prospect Avenue Storm Drain in an amount of
$84,000.00; and
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b)Combination of the Columbus Tustin Park development plans
into a single item in an amount of $150,000.00.
Roll call vote:
AYES: Edgar, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli, Sharp
NOES: None
ABSENT: None 29
6. RESOLUTION NO. RDA 81-6 - A Resolution of the Tustin Community
Redevelopmerit Agency of the City of' Tustin, California, APPROV-
ING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR IRVINE BOULEVARD STORM DRAIN
FACILITY NO. F07P~3 AND SIP ~4
AS recommended in the memo dated June 12, 1981, it was moved by
Saltarelli, seconded by Kennedy, to adopt Resolution No. RDA
81-6 and direct the Agency Secretary to advertise for bids.
Motion carried 5-0. 91
7. ADJOURNMENT & RECONVENED - It was moved by Hoesterey, seconded
by Edgar, to adjourn to the~city Council meeting at 7:44 p.m.
Carried 5-0. At the request of a member of the public, it was
immediately moved by Edgar~ seconded by Kennedy, to reconvene as
theRedevelopment Agency. Carried 5-0.
8, DEVELOPMEMT PROPOSAL - NW CORNER OF SECOND ST. & PROSPECT AVE.
John A. Prescott, 18752 E. 17th Street, Santa Aria, requested
information regarding the Agency's action on subject item.
Agency members Hoesterey and Edgar provided the information
requested and Mr. Prescott expressed his concurrence.~
9. ADJOURNMENT - It was then moved by Eoesterey~ seconded by
Kennedy, to adjourn~ to the City Council meeting at 7:49 p.m.
Carried 5-0.
MEETING OF TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
RECONVENED AT 7:49 P.M.
V.o PUBLIC
CONCERNS 1. FISCAL YEAR 1981-82 BUDGET
Jim Farnsworth, 1733~ Norwood Park Place, expressed concerns
regarding the Fiscal Year ~98~-82 Budget, particularly the pro-
posed salary increases for upper level management positions, and
the hourly retainer increase and retirement benefits for the
City Attorney. Councilmembers and Mr, Farnsworth rebutted the
matter for some time.
John 0rr, Tustin News reporter, reacted to Council's displeasure
over his article pertaining to management salary increases,
stating that his figures were calculated from City documents and
he would stand behind same until proven otherwise.
Councilman Edgar rebutted that although the mathematical compu-
tations were adequate, detailed awareness was lacking. The
Mayor added that comparisons should be equated to uncontrollable
factors, i.e., inflation, cost-of-living, marketplace, rather
than taken out of context.
2. PEDESTRIAN/RAILROAD CROSSING AT SYCAMORE AVENUE & ALDER LANE
George Speicher, 147~1 Alder Lane, read and presented a letter,
photos, and a petition signed by 18 neighbor residents request-
ing council's consideration of the situation regarding the rail-
road line crossing at Sycamore Avenue and Alder Lane, which runs
between the Peppertree and Tustin Meadows subdivisions.
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Following Council/staff discussion, Council concurred to direct
staff to work with area residents on the matter. 101
The Mayor requested that Mr. Speicher notify those persons who
signed the petition of Council's action.
VII ·OTHER
BUSINESS 1 · AT&SF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY
Pursuant to the City Attorney~s recommendation, it was moved
Sharp, seconded by aga , that:
1) Defense of the City Of Tustin in the matter of Atchison,
Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company, et al, vs. the State
Board of Equalization of the State of California, et al, San
: Francisco Superior Court No. 778986 be tendered to the
County of Orange County Counsel;
2) The County Counsel be authorized to acknowledge receipt and
service of Summons & Complaint; and
3) The County Counsel be authorized to arrange for the defense
through the Santa Clara County Counsel's office.
Carried 5-0. 40
2. SIX STAR CABLEVISION
Councilwoman Kennedy reported she was contacted by a citizen
concerned by Six Star Cablevision's presence in another residen-
tial area. It was moved by Kennedy~ seconded by Hoesterey, to
direct staff to notify Six Star Cablevision that Council will
not encourage placement of discs/antennas next to a residential
area. Other Councilmembers felt Six Star is already aware of
Council's sensitivity to the issue. Motion failed I-4, Edgar,
Hoesterey, Saltarelli, Sharp dissenting.
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3· PARKING LOT LIGHTING AT CORNER OF 17TH STREET & PROSPECT AVENUE
In response to Councilman Edgar, the Community Development
Director reported that County and City staffs are working with
County residents to resolve the matter.
4. LEFT-TURN SIGNAL AT 17TH STREET & YORBA
Councilman Edgar indicated the turn signal at subject inter-
section reads "left turn on arrow only," and wondered if the
sign could be changed to "left or U turn on green arrow only."
The City Engineer indicated staff would investigate the matter.
5. FOURTH OF JULY SECOND ANNUAL CELEBRATION
The Mayor expressed his extreme satisfaction with the City-spon-
sored Fourth of July program and suggested that a note of thanks
be sent to all involved in its successful production. Council
concurred.
6. FISCALYEAR 1981-82 BUDGET
Councilman Saltarelli indicated that much of the controversy
over the budget and management salaries was due in part to the
present budget format. He commented that staff has been
directed to implement changes which will hopefully make it
easier to comprehend the City's financial operations.
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7. RAILROAD CROSSINGS
Councilman Saltarelli relayed a problem at the Red Hill railroad
crossing wherein traffic was blocked for nearly 30 minutes,
which is over and above the allotted ~0 minutes, causing a
backup of traffic, stalled vehicles, and forcing emergency
vehicles to turn around and detour to their destination.
Pursuant to Councilman Saltarelli's request, it was moved by
Edgar~ seconded by Hoesterey, to direct staff to prepare a
letter for the Mayor's signature to the proper authorities in
support of strict enforcement of policies/regulations related to
railroad crossings in the City of Tustin. Carried 5-0.
VIII.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Edgar~ seconded by Hoesterey, to adjourn at 8:35
p.m. to Executive Sessions for personnel matters on Friday, July ~0,
and Saturday, July 11, and thence to the next regular meeting on
July 20, 1981. Carried 5-0.
CITY CLERK