HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1994 12 05MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
DECEMBER 5, 1994
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Saltarelli at 7:05 p.m. at the
Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilmember Doyle. The Invocation was given by
Councilmember Worley.
I ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Council Absent:
City Clerk Wynn:
Others Present:
PROCLAMATIONS
Thomas R. Saltarelli, Mayor
Jim Potts, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Doyle
Jeffery M. Thomas
Tracy A. Worley
None
Absent
William A. Huston, City Manager
Lois Jeffrey, Interim City Attorney
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
W. Douglas Franks, Chief of Police
Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works
Robert Ruhl, Field Services Manager
Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent
Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Rita Westfield, Asst. Dir./Com. Development
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager
Dan Fox, Senior Planner
Gary Veeh, Water Service Manager
Anne Bonner, Associate Planner
Approximately 40 in the audience
WOODY WOODPECKER ENVIRONMENTAL CALENDAR CONTEST WINNER
Mayor Saltarelli read and presented a proclamation to Jason
O'Grady for being selected as the Southern California winner of
the Woody Woodpecker Environmental Calendar Contest in the third
grade category.
ROTARY CLUB VOCATIONAL SERVICE MONTH
Mayor Saltarelli read and presented a proclamation to the Rotary
Club proclaiming January 1995, as Four Way Test Month.
PUBLIC INPUT
ORANGE COUNTY INVESTMENT POOL FAILURE
The following members of the audience commended Councilmember
Thomas, Finance Director Ron Nault, and the Audit Committee for
early withdrawal of City funds from the Orange County Investment
Pool; and requested proclamations be given in recognition of their
foresight:
Jerry Weil, 1702 Summerville, Tustin
Leslie Pontious, 1882 Mitchell, Tustin
The following member of the audience commended Councilmember
Thomas for his courage to withstand political pressure on his
recommendation to withdraw funds from the Orange County Investment
Pool:
Mark Robles, 27471 Morro Drive, Mission Viejo
Mayor Saltarelli stated he was pleased that the City had withdrawn
from the Orange County Investment Pool and noted criticism
received by the City for that action; remarked on the Audit
Committee's recommendation to withdraw from the investment pool;
and supported proclamations be given to the Audit Committee, Ron
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Nault, and Councilmember Thomas.
Council/staff discussion followed clarifying that the City's total
principal had been withdrawn and only accrued interest remained in
the Investment Pool.
Mayor Pro Tem Potts and William Huston, City Manager, addressed
speaker Weil Is comments regarding the City Treasurer position and
deposit of City funds into the Orange County Investment Pool.
Mayor Pro Tem Potts stated that when the Audit Committee
recommended withdrawal from the Investment Pool, Council had not
been informed. He said it was important for Council to be
notified of activity that affected the City, and hoped that the
future would bring improved communication.
Councilmember Thomas said that although he had supported the
City's withdrawal from the Investment Pool, because of the impact
throughout the County of Orange, it was not an occasion to
celebrate. He noted numerous calls he had received from other
elected officials who were very concerned with the situation;
commended the Audit Committee and Ron Nault; commented on the
advantage of having the Audit Committee as an independent,
monitoring body; the possible affect of the County's financial
crisis on the City, other agencies, and taxpayers; he pledged
support to oppose raising taxes to recover County losses; and he
was optimistic that the County could resolve the matter in a
positive way.
PUBLIC HEARING (ITEMS 1 THROUGH 3)
1. AMENDED FINAL STATEMENT (APPLICATION) FOR PROPOSED USE OF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS, FISCAL YEAR
1994-95
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, reported that in May
1994, Council approved an allocation of federal Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for rehabilitation, historic
preservation, public service projects and programs, the City's
Graffiti Removal Program, and part-time code enforcement staff.
She stated the proposed amendment of funding would enable the
purchase of computer hardware and software necessary to administer
the CDBG program, offset a portion of the City's cost of staff
training and subscriptions to related publications, and upgrade
the previously allocated part-time code enforcement position to a
full-time position.
Councilmember Doyle stated the code enforcement officer must
concentrate on issuing citations in the southwest area; the area
problems would not be resolved until the absentee landlords were
held accountable for the condition of their property; and he
stressed that if the landlords did not pay the citations, the City
should take legal action.
William Huston, City Manager, responded that the addition of a
second full-time code enforcement position would allow aggressive
concentration in the southwest area. He said that the code
enforcement officers would be working with the police department
in the southwest area; the City was willing to pursue matters in
court; and proceed with southwest area property acquisition and
rehabilitation through the City's housing programs.
Councilmember Worley stated she was pleased with the addition of
a full-time code enforcement position and noted a successful
program the City of Pasadena had implemented to combat their slum
housing area.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding necessary purchase of
computer equipment and costs.
Mayor Saltarelli opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. There
were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed.
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It was moved by Potts, seconded by Thomas, to adopt the following
Resolution No. 94-128 approving an amendment to the Final
Statement (application) for the proposed use of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal year 1994-95:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-128 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S
.., 1994-95 FINAL STATEMENT (APPLICATION) FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SUCH APPLICATION
TO THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Motion carried 5-0. 640-1,4
2. ZONE CHANGE 94-005 (FRANCHER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.)
Dan Fox, Senior Planner, reported the proposed project, located on
the northwest corner of Red Hill Avenue and Nisson Road, was a
request to change the zoning designation from Retail Commercial to
Commercial General District to allow a fast food drive-through for
Taco Bell. He stated the Planning Commission recommended approval
subject to the applicant entering into an agreement with the City
for the dedication of required right-of-way along Red Hill Avenue
and Nisson Road; construction of improvements along Red Hill
Avenue and the northeast corner of Nisson Road; and reimbursement
of the applicant's construction costs by the City. He said the
applicant and property owner had agreed to the conditions.
Mayor Saltarelli opened the public hearing at 7:42 p.m.
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Zone Change
94-005:
Scott Duffner, Francher Development Services, Inc.
There were no other speakers on the subject and the public hearing
was closed at 7:43 p.m.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, to approve the
Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the
following Resolution No. 94-137:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-137 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE FOR ZONE CHANGE 94-005 INCLUDING REQUIRED
FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Councilmember Thomas stated he would abstain from voting on this
matter due to a prior relationship with one of the applicants.
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas abstained.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, to authorize
appropriation of funding for reimbursement to the applicant for
street improvement construction.
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas abstained.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, that Ordinance No. 1144
have first reading by title only. Motion carried 4-0, Thomas
abstained.
Following first reading by title only of Ordinance No. 1144 by the
Chief Deputy City Clerk, it was moved by Doyle, seconded by
Worley, that the following Ordinance No. 1144 be introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 1144 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 94-005, A REQUEST TO
AUTHORIZE A ZONE CHANGE OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 14042 RED HILL
AVENUE FROM RETAIL COMMERCIAL (C-1) DISTRICT TO COMMERCIAL GENERAL
(CG) DISTRICT
Motion carried 4-0, Thomas abstained. 610-60
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3. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD):
COMPREHENSIVE HOUSING AFFORDABILITY STRATEGY (CHAS) ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REPORT (APR)
Anne Bonner, Associate Planner, reported that the City's
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) was prepared
to include a profile of the community and its affordable housing,
a five-year plan to increase the availability of affordable
housing, and an` annual -plan indicating the actions necessary to
carry out the affordable housing goals. She said that the
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required
preparation of an annual performance report (APR) which identified
the City's progress in providing affordable housing and supportive
housing services. She stated that any public comments must be
submitted to staff by December 27, 1994 and would be included in
the APR and forwarded to HUD.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding CDBG and Redevelopment
funding; availability of housing program information to the
public; future community workshop and training sessions on
procedures to apply for CDBG funds; providing an informational
CDBG brochure at City Hall; First -Time Homebuyer Program; and the
flexibility in allocating funds to any program identified in CHAS'
Implementation Plan.
Mayor Saltarelli opened the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. There
were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Thomas, to approve the City's
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) Annual
Performance Report (APR) by minute action authorizing its
submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) for review and approval upon closure of the public review
and comment period.
Motion carried 5-0.
CONSENT CALENDAR (ITEMS 4 THROUGH 18)
650-05
Item No. 9 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor
Saltarelli. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to
approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended by
staff. Motion carried 5-0.
4. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $1,208,006.34
and ratify Payroll in the amount of $319,776.35. 380-10
360-82
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 21, 1994 REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of November 21,
1994.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 94-136 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR
THE ASPHALT CONCRETE REHABILITATION AND OVERLAY PROJECT, FY 1994-
95, CIP NO. 700001
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 94-136 approving plans and
specifications and authorizing advertisement of bids for subject
project as recommended by the Public Works Department/ Engineering
Division. 400-45
7. CALTRANS TRAFFIC CONTRACT RENEWAL
Recommendation: Approve renewal of subject contract with the
Department of Transportation for reimbursement of monies expended
for traffic control during the I-5 and SR -55 construction as
recommended by the Police Department. 400-10
8. REJECTION OF CLAIM NO. 94-34 CLAIMANT, ROGER AND LORI BADILLA;
DATE OF LOSS, 4/10/94; DATE FILED WITH CITY, 9/28/94
Recommendation: Reject subject claim for property damage in the
amount of $450.00 as recommended by the City Attorney. 180-10
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10. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECTS, PROJECT NO.
600122
Recommendation: Award the contract for subject project to Steve
Casada Construction Co. of Anaheim, California, in the amount of
$261,319.00 as recommended by the Public Works Department/Water
Division. 400-45
11. PARKING AT THE "B11 STREET PARKING BAY ADJACENT TO PEPPERTREE PARR
Recommendation: Receive and file subject report as recommended,by
the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 770-15
12. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR RAWLINGS RESERVOIR RETAINING WALL REPAIR,
PROJECT NO. 600094
Recommendation: (1) Terminate award of subject contract to Calex
Engineering Company and (2) Award subject contract to Mallcraft
Incorporated and William L. Murdoch, a joint venture, in the
amount of $415,847.00 as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Water Division. 400-45
13. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT
14366
Recommendation: Accept the public improvements as completed and
authorize the release of the following bonds in the indicated
amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 7314, $44,224.40; Labor
and Materials Bond No. 7314, $22,112.20; and Monumentation Bond
No. 7315, $15,000.00 as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division. 600-70
14. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT
14576
Recommendation: Accept the public improvements as completed and
authorize the release of the following bonds for the indicated
amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 7316, $33,626.00; Labor
and Materials Bond No. 7316, $16,813.00; and Monumentation Bond
No. 7317, $15,000.00 as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division. 600-70
15. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN ORANGE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY, COUNTY OF ORANGE, AND CITIES OF TUSTIN
AND SANTA ANA FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF SEVENTEENTH STREET
OVERCROSSING OF SR -55 FREEWAY, PROJECT NO. 700119
Recommendation: Approve subject amendment and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute subject amendment to the cooperative
agreement on behalf of the City of Tustin as recommended by the
Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 400-�5
16. 1995 VACANCIES - COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, BOARDS
Recommendation: Approve the 1995 vacancy listing of City Council -
appointed Commissions, Committees and Boards as recommended by the
Office of the City Clerk. 120-05
17. DECLARING RESULTS OF NOVEMBER 8, 1994 SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Recommendation: Adopt the following Resolution No. 94-130
declaring the results for the November 8, 1994 Special Municipal
Election; and certify the adoption of the following Ordinance No.
1126 (Measure H) and Ordinance No. 1130 (Measure J) as recommended
by the Office of the City Clerk:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-130 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 1994, DECLARING THE RESULT
AND OTHER SUCH MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
ORDINANCE NO. 1126 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, LIMITING CONSECUTIVE TERMS OF MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
ORDINANCE NO. 1130 -. AN ORDINANCE OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, REQUIRING THAT CITY CONTRACTS FOR THE
COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AND THE COLLECTION OF
RECYCLABLE MATERIAL BE SUBJECT TO COMPETITIVE BID 450-40
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18. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - NOVEMBER 28, 1994
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
November 28, 1994. 120-50
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 9 - RESOLUTION NO. 94-132 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT
BRYAN AVENUE AND PARKCENTER LANE
Councilmember Worley said she opposed the installation of another
traffic signal at Bryan Avenue and Parkcenter Lane because of the
number of traffic signals existing on Bryan Avenue. She stated
that although the traffic warrants supported installation of a
signal and the project had been partially funded, she believed a
traffic signal on Bryan Avenue and Parkcenter Lane was
unnecessary.
Mayor Saltarelli said that installation of the traffic signal
would affect several members of the Council who resided in that
area and would be an inconvenience to area residents. He stated
concern with refunding the project bonds now and requiring a
signal at that location in the future.
Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works, stated that the traffic
warrant peak hour volume was met at the location; minimum
requirements to satisfy a traffic warrant did not legally mandate
that a signal be installed; increasing traffic volume in the area
indicated a signal would be needed in the future at
Bryan/Parkcenter; signal installation would assist bicyclists and
pedestrians crossing Bryan Avenue; and signals forced traffic
circulation to high volume intersections.
Mayor Saltarelli noted traffic habits of the immediate area
residents; stated he opposed installation of the signal because he
did not believe it was necessary at this time; stated concern
regarding children crossing the street and the speed of the
traffic; and questioned whether the signal would be a controlled
light.
Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works, responded the signal would
be a controlled device coordinated with traffic lights on Browning
and Tustin Ranch Road.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding traffic signal timing
and control; pedestrians and children use of Tustin Ranch Road to
cross Bryan Avenue; red arrows; contacting the developers to
discuss funding the signal installation in the future; and
continuing the item for 30 days.
It was moved by Worley, seconded by Potts, to continue this item
for 30 days.
Motion carried 5-0. J
REGULAR BUSINESS (ITEMS 19 THROUGH 21)
19.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE AT ANNUAL PARK AND
RECREATION CONFERENCE IN SAN JOSE
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Thomas, to appropriate
$4,280.00 for Parks and Recreation Commission attendance at the
Annual Park and Recreation Conference.
Motion carried 5-0.
20. LEGAL SERVICES
120-40
William Huston, City Manager, stated that Council requested
changes to the draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and
Proposal.
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Mayor Pro Tem Potts requested the RFQ require a minimum of 3-5
years of municipal law experience exclude City Attorney or
Assistant City Attorney experience; and an AV rating was
desirable.
Councilmember Doyle requested the RFQ include that the law firm
provide task billing.
William Huston, City Manager, stated task billing could -be
identified in the RFQ and stipulated in the final agreement with
the law firm.
Councilmember Worley stated she supported requesting five years of
legal practice in lieu of ten years, and favored a combination of
Alternatives 2 and 3.
Mayor Saltarelli said he would support requiring an AV rating as
desirable and 3-5 years municipal law experience. He stated that
the qualifications must not be too minimal because there would be
an overwhelming response from applicants without necessary
requirements and experience.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding AV rating; minimum
legal practice requirement of seven years; minimum municipal law
experience requirement of 3-5 years; task billing; formation of a
committee to review the RFQ process; and Council review of all
submitted RFQs.
Council concurred to approve a combination of Request for
Qualifications and Proposal Alternatives 2 and 3; and specific
clarification of modifications would be.determined by the Mayor
and Mayor Pro Tem and submitted to staff. 455-05
21. PRIVATE ALLEYS - SECURITY LIGHTING
Mayor Pro Tem Potts stated he had received complaints from
southwest area residents that their alley security lighting was
repeatedly vandalized. He said there were existing poles in the
private alleys and requested the City assist the property owners
with installing lights to reduce crime in the area.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding waiving building
permit fees for installation of security lighting; and Housing
Rehabilitation program grants for security lighting.
Mayor Pro Tem Potts stated the importance of security lighting in
alleys to alleviate vandalism and crime; lowering the density in
the southwest area; and forwarding a letter to the State regarding
redeveloping the area into a park.
Council/staff discussion regarding whether Southern California
Edison could assist in security light installation
The following member of the audience spoke regarding installation
of street lights in alleys would be at City expense; and Southern
California Edison would meet with staff to explore available
assistance programs:
Pat Buttress, Southern California Edison Company
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated that upon
Council approval, the Redevelopment Agency's Housing
Rehabilitation program allowed $1,000.00 for each property
applicant in the southwest area for installation of security
lighting.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Worley, to allocate $1,000.00
grant funding for each applicant from the Housing Rehabilitation
program for southwest area security lighting.
Council/speaker discussion followed regarding the City's
responsibility for the electricity costs; and maintenance and
repair would be handled by Southern California Edison.
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Motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC INPUT - None
OTHER BUSINESS
EL CAMINO REAL/NEWPORT
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
730-55
AVENUE AND COSMOPOLITAN APARTMENT
Councilmember Doyle expressed pleasure that the El Camino
Real/Newport Avenue construction project and demolition of the
Cosmopolitan Apartments were proceeding.
BUS SHELTERS
Councilmember Doyle questioned the status of advertising bus
shelters.
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, responded that the
item would be agendized at the January 3, 1995 Council meeting.
ROLLER HOCKEY
Councilmember Doyle expressed pleasure at receiving information
from the Boys and Girls Club regarding roller hockey in their
gymnasium and he supported their efforts.
Mayor Pro Tem Potts requested the Boys and Girls Club roller
hockey proposal be agendized for the joint meeting of the Youth
Issues Committee and Parks and Recreation Commission.
SHEEPFOLD DONATIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Potts thanked those that brought donations to Larwin
Square for the Sheepfold.
RED LEFT -TURN ARROWS
Mayor Pro Tem Potts requested agendizing elimination of red left -
turn arrows.
Councilmember Worley stated there was no reason for red left -turn
arrows and she supported their elimination.
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
Councilmember Worley noted a successful tree lighting ceremony and
suggested a future starting time of 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Saltarelli commended staff on the tree lighting ceremony and
questioned if a real Christmas tree could be planted.
William Huston, City Manager, responded that the different
Christmas tree varieties had been difficult to grow in that area.
RALPHS SUPERMARKET GRAND OPENING
Councilmember Worley noted the grand opening of Ralphs Supermarket
at Jamboree Road and Irvine Boulevard.
BURGLARIES/PARKING - SERRANO DEVELOPMENT
Councilmember Thomas requested increased police patrol in the
Serrano development due to recent burglaries; and he noted that
no -parking signs on Peters Canyon Road were causing increased
parking in Serrano Development on Timmons and requested removal of
the signs.
CHURCH CONSTRUCTION
Councilmember Thomas noted over 300 Jehovah Witnesses were working
on their church over the weekend and commended their efforts.
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DECEMBER 19, 1994 COUNCIL MEETING
Councilmember Thomas questioned if the December 19, 1994 Council
meeting would be held.
Council concurred to cancel the December 19, 1994 Council meeting
and a special meeting would be scheduled if necessary.
CITY FOCUS CABLE SHOW
Councilmember Thomas noted that Assemblyman Gil Ferguson and
Proposition 187'were featured on a recent City Focus cable show.
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT REPORT
Mayor Saltarelli stated that with the recent reduced assessed
valuations of property due to the County Assessor's oversight on
appeal deadlines, he requested a report on how reductions on
Tustin properties would affect the City.
DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT REPORT
Mayor Saltarelli requested agendizing a report on delinquent
assessments.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Mayor Saltarelli wished everyone happy holidays.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Saltarelli announced the City Council would convene in closed
r■m,session to confer with Nick Nichols, the City's labor negotiator. The
employee organizations involved in potential negotiations were Tustin
Municipal Employees Association and Tustin Police Officers Association.
Unrepresented employees were management and confidential units.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Saltarelli adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m. The next regular
meeting of the City Council was scheduled for Tuesday, January 3, 1995, at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way.
THOMAS R. SAL ELLI, MAYOR
Y E. WYNN, CITY CLERK