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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09 MINUTES 09-18-95H~NUTES RE~U~HEET~N~ OF THE C~TY COUNCIL C~TY OF TUST~N~ CALIFORNIA SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 NO. 9 9-18-95 CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order by Mayor Potts at 7:00 p.m. at the council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Saltarelli. ROLL CALL Council Absent: .City Clerk: Others Present.: Council Present: Jim Potts, Mayor Tracy A. Worley, Mayor Pro Tem Mike Doyle Thomas R. Saltarelli Jeffery M. Thomas None Vacant William A. Huston, City Manager Lois Jeffrey, City Attorney Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager W. Douglas Franks, Chief of Police Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager Rick Brown, Building Official Gary Veeh, Water Services Manager Joe Meyers, Administrative Assistant Robert Delgadillo, Assistant Planner Approximately 15 in the audience PROCLAMATION CONSTITUTION WEEK, SEPTEMBER 17-23 Mayor Potts read and presented a proclamation to June Lazich declaring September 17-23, 1995 as Constitution Week, June Lazich, Daughters of the American Revolution representative, thanked Council for the proclamation. PUBLIC INPUT CITY MAPS - POLICE DEPARTMENT Karen Daurio, 11075 Means, Tustin, reported that the Police Department did not have current maps of the Tustin Ranch area in patrol vehicles and'expressed concern that unfamiliarity with City boundaries could hinder police response time during an emergency. Mayor Potts stated the Police Department was in the process of tranSferring to Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and during the transition, he requested that all police vehicles have current City maps immediately. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2, 9-5-95 William Huston, City Manager, noted that there had been no reported incidents due to delay or lack of police response. Helen Edgar, Tustin, reported that a City resident in the Warren/Holt area had experienced a delay in City police response due to inaccurate boundary information. Mayor Potts requested staff submit a repOrt at the September 18, 1995 Council meeting, addressing police response procedures and an update on the new CAD computer system. ADJOURNMENT IN MEMORY OF MARGARET BYRD Helen Edgar, Tustin, stated that long-time resident, Margaret Byrd, passed away August 23, 1995, and requested adjournment in her memory. P~BLIC NRa~tINGS (ITEMB I THROUGH 2 ) lo ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET AND WATER ENTERPRISE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1995-96 William Huston, City Manager, reported the proposed resolution adopted the City budget for fiscal year 1995-96.. The budget included all funds except assessment district expenditures, which were adopted upon establishment of the districts, and the Redevelopment Agency budget, which would be adopted by the Redevelopment Agency. Mayor Potts opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. There were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Thomas, to adopt the following Resolution No. 95-74 appropriating the City's Governmental Funds of $31,533,083; Special Revenue Funds, $8,282,511; and the City's Water Enterprise Budget of $10,399,810: RESOLUTION NO. 95-74 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE. CITY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FROM THE ANTICIPATEDREVENUES OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995-96 Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS 19. RED HILL AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 14 (Agenda Order) Mayor potts moved this item out of agenda order at the request Of Pat Buttress, Southern California Edison. Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works, summarized the background of the Red Hill Avenue Underground Utility District No. 14; the proposed underground utilities priority list; procedural change in Rule 20A fund allocations; Southern California Edison's backlog of · underground projects; and 1998/99 was the estimated time to begin CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3, 9-5-95 construction of Red Hill Avenue Underground Utility-District No. 14. Mayor Potts opened the matter for public discussion. There were no speakers on the subject. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Doyle, to reaffirm the' existing priority list for undergrounding overhead utility lines and direct staff to submit Red Hill Avenue Underground Utility District No. 14 for Council consideration when adequate Rule 20A funds became available. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARING · ZONE Cm GE 95-001 (OLEN PROP .RTX S .RVTC .S) Robert Delgadillo, Assistant Planner, reported that the applicant was proposing to rezone a 3.824-acre property from Planned Community-Industrial to Planned Community-Industrial/Business allowing a variety of general and professional office and commercial service uses; and stated the Environmental Impact study revealed no adverse impacts. Mayor Potts opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. There were no speakers on the~subject and the public hearing was closed. It was moved, by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to approve .the Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the following Resolution No. 95-72: RESOLUTION NO. 95-72 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE FOR ZONE CHANGE 95-001 INCLUDING REQUIRED FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, that Ordinance No. 1158 have first reading by title only and introduction. Motion carried 5-0. Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk, read the following Ordinance No. 1158 by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1158 -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 95-001, A REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE A ZONECHANGE FROM PLANNED COMMUNITY INDUSTRIAL (PC-IND) DISTRICT TO PI2~NNED COMMUNITY INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS (PC-IND/BUS) DISTRICT ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1371-1431 WARNER AVENUE ~NSENT CALE~ ( ITEMS 3 THROUGH 15 Item No. 14 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor Potts. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to approve the remainder of the CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4, 9-5-95 Consent-Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - AUGUST 21, 1995 REGULAR MEETING Recommendation: Approve City Council Minutes. of August 21, 1995. · APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $962,970.42 and ratify Payroll in the amount of $313,599.30. · ANIMAL CONTROL/SHELTER CONTRACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995-96 Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to execute the 1995-96 Orange County Health Care Agency/Public Health Animal Control/Shelter Service Agreement as recommended by the Finance Department. · RESOLUTION NO. 95-76 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 95-3 Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-76 approving Lot Line Adjustment No. 95-3 (California Pacific Homes) as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. · RESOLUTION NO. 95-77 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 95-4 Recommendation: Adopt' Resolution No. 95-77 approving Lot Line Adjustment No. 95-4 (California Pacific Homes) as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. · RESOLUTION NO. 95-70 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-70 amending the Classification Plan to include the non-management position of Sports Field Maintenance Aide and approve placement of this position on the part-time salary schedule equivalent to that of the Recreation Leader Position: Step. A, $6.4800; Step B, $6.8040; and Step C, $7.1442 as recommended by Personnel Services. · RESCIND PREVIOUS BID AWARD AND AWARD NEW CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION AT EL CAMINO REAL/ORANGE STREET Recommendation: Rescind the previous bid award of subject project to Superior Signal Service. Corporation and award the contract for subject project to Signal. Maintenance, Inc. in the amount of $85,680.00 as recommended by the Public Works Department/ Engineering Division. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 95-78 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR EDINGER AVENUE WIDENING FROM 2500' WESTERLY OF JAMBOREE ROAD TO HARVARD AVENUE Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-78 approving plans and specifications for the construction of street improvements for Edinger Avenue widening from 2500' westerly of Jamboree Road to Harvard Avenue and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5, 9-5-95 AUTHORIZATION FOR PROFESSIONAL BUILDING PL~NREVIEWANDINSPECTION SERVICESv GRADING AND INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES, AND LANDSCAPE PLAN REVIEW SERVICES Recommendation: Approve agreements with the companies of Esgil Corporation, Hunsaker & Associates Irvine, Melad & Associates, Willdan Associates, Berryman & Henigar Inc., and Adam Streeter. Civil Engineers, Inc. and authorize the Assistant City Manager to execute said agreements subject to final approval of the contracts by the City Attorney's office as recommended by the Community Development Department. 12. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - AUGUST 28, 1995 Ail actions of the Planning Commission become final unless appealed by the City Council or member of the public. Recommendation: Ratify Planning Commission Action Agenda of August 28, 1995. 13. APPROVAL OF LEAVE OF ABSENCE IN EXCESS OF 30 DAYS Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to approve a leave of absence without pay for medical reasons until April 1996 for Lorraine Strang, Finance Department Secretary as recommended by the Finance Department. 15. RESOLUTION NO. 95-79 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE NEED FOR AND SUPPORT OF THE BRADLEY-BURNS BILL OF RIGHTS Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No.. 95-79 supporting the adoption of the Bradley-Burns Bill of Rights by the State Board of Equalizationas recommended by the Finance Department. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 14 - RESOLUTION NO. 95-71 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE COUNTYWIDE INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AND APPROVING ITS SUBMISSION .TO THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD FOR CONSIDERATION OF FINAL APPROVAL Christine Shingleton, Assistant citY Manager, reported that Assembly Bill 939, California Integrated Waste Management Act, required cities reduce transported waste to landfills through source reduction, recycling and composting. She stated that to facilitate an organized approach, eaCh county was required to adopt a comprehensive planning document titled, CountyWide Integrated Waste Management Plan. Mayor Potts noted this item had been noticed as a public hearing. Mayor Potts opened the public hearing at 7.:28 p.m. There were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Worley, seconded by Thomas to adopt Resolution No. 95-71 adopting the Countywide Integrated Waste Management Plan and approving its submission to the California Integrated Waste Management Board for _consideration of final approval. .otion carried 5-0. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6, 9-5-95 I~G~ BUSINESS ( ITEMS :1.6 THROU~ 20 ) 16. PROMOTIONAL VIDEO Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, reported that Mayor Potts had requested staff agendize for Council discussion request for preparation of a City promotional video to: market City services to new businesses; inform existing businesses and residents about services and benefits the City provided; market community services; and provide general City information to community groups and the public.- Mayor Potts noted that the City of Costa Mesa had recently hired a public relations firm; commented on the competitiveness of the business community; stated a promotional video would be an inexpensive way to showcase the City; and rePorted he had received public interest regarding creation of a promotional video. Councilmember Thomas stated that he supported a promotional video marketing the City and its services; and he requested development of additional videos focusing on specific areas such as'the base redevelopment, and educational videos on how the public can obtain business permits or submit residential remodeling plans to the City. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the base closure marketing committee; a promotional video attracting new businesses to the City; utilizing local businesses for development of the promotional video; Council reViewing request for proposal prior to public advertising; and involving local schools in creation of the informational video. The following member of the audience stated that the request for proposal shOuld include specific video requirements: Stanley Miller, 17401 Village Drive, Tustin It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to instruct staff to prepare and issue a request for proposal for preparation of a video to promote the community. Motion carried 5-0. 17. PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATION ON THE BASE CLOSURE TASK FORCE Council concurred to appoint Planning Commissioners Lou Bone and Marge Kasalek to the Base Closure Task Force, and Dave Vandeveer as the alternate representative. , Council discussion followed regarding staff questioning former Planning Commissioners Kasparian, Stracker, and Weil if they wished to continue their membership on the Task Force; agendizing at the September 18, 1995 Council meeting, discussion of the number of City representatives on the Task Force; many Task Force members had not been attending meetings; Mayor Pro Tem Worley was the alternate Council representative on the Task Force; and CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7, 9-5-95 Tustin's representatives had conscientiously attended the Base Closure Task Force meetings. 18. FUNDING FOR TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL PRIDE PROGRAM Mayor Potts explained that the Tustin Community Foundation could not appropriate funds for the Pride Program; recommended the City appropriate seed money to the program; and noted the expectation of the School Foundation to assist in funding the Pride Program. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the Pride Program requesting the money as a loan; review of the loan in one year for repayment options; and the Pride Program had requested the loan be deposited in the Tustin High School ASB account for tax purposes. It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Potts, to authorize a $2,000 loan to the Tustin High School ASB account for use by the Pride Program and review loan repayment in 12 months. Councilmember Thomas stated his concern regarding setting a precedent by granting a loan to the Pride Program; noted he encouraged Pete Rivas to seek funding through the private sector; said the School Foundation should'be funding the Pride Program; and stated his displeasure that the City had supported several school district events in the past and the school district was unwilling to assist with Pride Program funding. Mayor Potts stated that City funding would help establish the program; funding assistance was reviewed on a program-to-program basis; noted, the benefits of this type of youth program at Tustin High School; and said a $2,000 loan by the City was a worthwhile investment for Tustin's youth. Councilmember Saltarelli stated there was a nexus between the Pride Program, the youth it reached, and the benefits to the City; the necessity of continuing the Tustin High. School Pride Program specifically for at-risk youth; said that an evaluation of the program advantages would determine loan repayment options; noted- the School Foundation's responsibility to financially support the Pride Program; stated the loan for this program would not be setting a precedent; and supported helping at-risk youth in this program. Councilmember Doyle said that he had approached Pete Rivas regarding conducting a fund raising event at the Revere House; noted the recent success of the Santa Cop fund raising event held at the Revere House; and stated the City should insist on a compromise with the School Foundation for future funding of this program. Motion carried 5-0. RED HILL AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 14 See page 2. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8, 9-5-95 APPOINTMENT OF CITY CLERK Mayor Potts instructed Council to vote for their top three choices for City Clerk. The Council cast their votes for the following City Clerk~ candidates: Elaine Borza, Catherine Crosmer, Renate Harris, Wayne Hensley, Barbara Lhevan, Susan Lynn, Berklee Maughan, Pamela Stoker, and Jacqueline Young. The first ballots were cast as follows: Potts: Worley: Doyle: Saltarelli: Thomas: Maughan, Stoker, Lynn Stoker, Maughan, Lynn Maughan Borza, Stoker, Maughan Borza, Stoker, Lynn The results were: Maughan (4 votes), .Stoker (4 votes), Lynn (3 votes), and Borza (2 votes). The second ballots were cast as follows: Potts: Maughan Worley: Stoker Doyle: Maughan Saltarelli: Stoker Thomas: Stoker Pamel~ Stoker (3. votes) was appointed City Clerk. PUBLIC INPUT - None OTHER BUSINESS OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Councilmember Doyle requested illuminated Christmas decorations be installed at E1 Camino Real and Main Street. DRIVER AWARENESS - SCHOOL IN SESSION Councilmember Doyle cautioned residents that school had started and to watch for children. EMPLOYEE RESIGNATION - DONNA HINSHAW, EXECUTIVE COORDINATOR Councilmember Doyle reported that Donna Hinshaw, Executive Coordinator, was resigning to accept a position with the City of Costa Mesa, and stated she had done an excellent job for Tustin and would be greatly missed. Councilmember Thomas commended Donna Hinshaw for her organizational skills with Council and stated she would be missed. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9, 9-5-95 Councilmember Saltarelli congratulated Donna on her new position in Costa Mesa, believed it was a beneficial position for her, and she would be missed. Mayor Pro Tem Worley congratulated Donna and wished her well in her new position. SPORTS PARK TOUR Mayor Pro Tem Worley commented on her tour of the Sports Park and was eagerly anticipating the grand opening. KYOTO TEPPAN STEAK HOUSE Mayor Potts reported the opening of a new restaurant, Kyoto Teppan Steak House, and encouraged residents to eat at local establishments. CITIZEN LETTERS - CRAPE MYRTLE TREE PLANTING/5-BEAT POLICE COVERAGE Mayor Potts noted that he received letters from resident, Maureen McCarthy, regarding planting crape myrtle trees to replace existing ficus trees'on City parkways; and her suggestion for 5- beat police coverage. TREE PARK UPDATE Councilmember Thomas reported on false rumors circulating that the Tree Park would not be completed; encouraged residents to attend the September 21, 1995 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, concerning the Tree Park; and Council's goal to obtain funding for comPletion of the park. William Huston, City Manager, verified that the draft Tree Park Master Plan would be submitted to the Commission for review at the September 21, 1995 Parks and Recreation meeting, and would be agendized at a future Council meeting for discussion of phasing options. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the park's amenities; and encouraging residents' attendance at Parks and Recreation Commission meetings. COMMITTEE REPORTS - None CLOSED SESSION Mayor Potts announced the City Council would convene in closed session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the claims of Manuel Olguin, Clara --~lguin, and Adam Olguin. Mayor Potts adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. in memory of Margaret Byrd. The next regular meeting of the City Council was scheduled for Monday, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 10, 9-5-95 September 18, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION It was moved and seconded to reject the claims of Manuel Olguin, Clara Olguin, and Adam Olguin, and to direct the City Clerk to give appropriate notice to the claimants and their attorney. Motion carried 5-0. JIM POTTS, MAYOR PAMELA STOKER, CITY CLERK