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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1976 01 19 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY CENTER CENTENNIAL AT MAIN January 19, 1976 CALL TO ORDER ,The meeting was called to order by Mayor Saltarelli. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Councilman Welsh. III. INVOCATION Given by Councilman Edgar. IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Saltarelli, Welsh, Edgar, Sharp, Sutcliff Absent: Councilmen: None Others present: William Bopf, City ~Administrator R. Kenneth Fleagle, Assistant City Adminitrator- Community Development James G. Rourke, City Attorney Ruth C. Poe, City Clerk V. PUBLIC HEARINGS None VI. PUBLIC CONCERNS 1. FIRE HYDRANT PAINTING - CURRIE SCHOOL Representatives from Currie School including Mr. Taylor - Art Teacher, Mrs. L. Green, and Student Mark Elevy and the Secretary of the Student Body Christa Zafuto were present requesting permission to decorate 10 fire hydrants from the Santa Aria Freeway to Sycamore, and one in front of City Hall in the Bicentennial theme as part of the school's Americans Involved in America program. Mayor Saltarelli stated there would be certain requirements such as permission from the Tustin Water Works, owners of the hydrants, approval of all materials used, and any form of indemnification that would be required against malfunction that might be caused by such painting. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar that permission be granted with the requirements of the City relative to safety, protection, materials, etc. be adhered to. Carried unanimously. 2. PRESENTATION - PIANO FOR COMMUNITY BUILDING Checks were presented to the Council by Mrs. Bernice McKay on behalf of the Senior Citizens, Mrs. Marian Roy on behalf of the Tustin Area Women's Club, and Mr. Jim Farmberg on behalf of the Tustin Rotary Club totaling $1,150, to cover the cost of the purchase of a Piano for the Community Building. 3. EL CAMINO REAL STORM DRAIN Mr. Corea, owner of Pizza House, questioned the need of the storm drain and stated his feelings that the City should leave HCDA money alone. Mr. Tom Kelly, E1 Camino Real businessman spoke against installing this drain. Mayor Saltarelli explained that this project has been planned for a long time and it will be for the best interest of all. The time estimate for the project is 90 days and that there will be hearings and meetings with the businessmen to go over all concerns. All businesses will be notified of these hearings. City Council Minutes 1/19/76 Page 2. VII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 5, 1976 meeting. 2. RATIFICATION OF DEMANDS in andPunt of $581,208.81 and CONFIRMATION OF PAYROLL LISTING in amount of $58,802.20. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 76-1 A Resolution of the City Council, City of Tustin, California ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE A PETITION FOR THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS "MITCHELL- HEATHERFIELD ANNEXATION NO. 91 TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN" AND AN AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION THEREOF, AND APPROVING CIRCULATION OF THE PETITION. Adoption as necessary to proceed with annexation and as recommended. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 76-2 A Resolution of the City Council, City of Tustin, California, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF TUSTIN "MITCNELL-HEATHERFIELD ANNEXATION NO. 91 TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN" ELECTION BE CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATEWIDE ELECTION TO BE HELD June 8, 1976. Adoption as required by State Code. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 76-3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California ESTABLISHING PRECINCTS FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY, THE 2ND DAY OF MARCH, 1976. - Adoption as required. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 76-4 A Resolution of the City Council, City of Tustin, California, APPROVING AND PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION OF A PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR STATE BEACH, PARK, RECREATIONAL AND HISTORICAL FACILITIES BOND ACT OF 1974, PROJECT NO. 30-0040, PROSPECT-BENETA PARK BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF TUSTIN AND THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION. Adoption of Resolution as reconunended. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 76-5 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 9084. As recommended by Community Development Director. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 76-6 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin CONCURRING IN THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AS PREPARED BY THE COUNTY OF ORANGE. Adoption as recommended by the City Engineer. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 76-7 -- A Resolution DECLARING THAT PROCEEDINGS HAVE BEEN INITIATED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN TO ANNEX TO SAID CITY CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESCRIBED HEREIN, AND DESIGNATED AS "WALNUT-NEWPORT-MITCHELL ANNEXATION NO. 93" TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION. Adoption as drafted. City Council MinUtes 1/19/76 page 3. 10. ASSISTANT PLANNING DIRECTOR VACANCY Approval of permission to fill position of Assistant Planning Director as recommended by City Administrator. 11. STREET NAME CHANGE - PEPPA TREE CIRCLE Authorization to instigate hearing proceedings as recommended by City Administrator. ~"~ 12. SEWER FUND INTEREST Authorization to transfer the interest now accrued in Sewer Main Trunk Fund to the General Fund and additional interest earned thereafter be transferred at appropriate accounting periods as recommended by City Administrator. Moved by Sharp, seconded by Sutcliff that all items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Carried unanimously. VIII. ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION 1. ORDINANCE NO. 673 An Ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, AMENDING THE TUSTIN CITY CODE TO REVISE THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Council discussed proposed Ordinance 673. It was the consensus of the Council to go with proposal "B" with the following changes: line 3 to read and may include, line 5 to read one (1) member of the Board. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sutcliff that Ordinance 673 (Proposal "B" as modified) have first reading by title. Carried unanimously. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar that Ordinance 673 be introduced. Carried by roll call, all Councilmen voting aye. OLD BUSINESS 1. "PROSPECT-BENETA, PARK DESIGN TIME SCHEDULE AND DESIGN COSTS Mr. Bopf presented staff reports and recommendation for alternative 2 as the shortest time schedule. Mr. Bopf stated that staff would like the latitude of going on a time and materials basis so far as the consulting services as may be needed. Moved by Edgar, seconded by Welsh that alternative 2 be approved with proviso that staff be authorized to contract portions of the work on a time and materials basis in order to meet the proposed schedule. 2. BICENTENNIAL AGREEMENT After completing dates in this agreement it was moved by Edgar, seconded by Welsh that Agreement with Bicentennial Committee relative to building and financing Wishing Well memorial be approved. Motion carried by roll call, all Councilmen voting aye. XI. NEW BUSINESS 1. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 1) Requests for stop control signs and/or traffic signals at the intersection of Main and Willisms St. 2) Request for traffic signal and/or blinking light - 12900 block of Newport Avenue. Ms. jeannette Openheimer spoke relative to the hazards at Main and Willisms St. and the speed on Main even with the 25-mile limit. Council discussed speed enforcement and need for alternatives for safety factor at Main & Willisms Sts. City COuncil Minutes 1/19/76 Page 4. Inanswer to questioning by the Council, Mr. Ledendecker stated that there would be room for a left turn pocket at this intersection but that it would require extensive restriping including sandblasting of present striping. Moved b~ Welsh, seconded by Saltarelli that staff investigate the possibility of restriping to provide left turn lane for inclusion in budget discussions. Carried. No action taken relative to signal or lights in 12900 block of Newport Avenue. 2. PLANNING COMMISSION - RESIGNATION AND APPOINTMENT Moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Sharp that resignation from Mrs. Ursula Kennedy as member of Planning Commission be accpted with regret. Carried. Councilmen Edgar and Sharp to interview candidates for this vacancy. 3. PARK DEVELOPMENT LOWER LAKE SITE IN PETERS CANYON Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar that City Council request a feasibility study by the County for a regional park and wilderness open space area at this location. Carried. 4. TEN-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET Workshop on 10-year Capital Improvement Budget set for Thursday, January 29 at 4:00 p.m. Representatives of Parks & Recreation Commission, Traffic Commission and Planning Commission to be included at this workshop. 5. AWARD OF BID ON POLICE PATROL VEHICLES Report of bids and comparison of key factors along with recommendation from Mr. Blankenship, Mr. West and Chief Kelly presented by Mr. Bopf relative to purchase of 5 Police Vehicles. Moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Sutcliff that the City accept the bid of Guarantee Chevrolet in the amount of $4,974.53 per vehicle. Carried by roll call, all Councilmen voting aye. 6. SEOCCS BRIEFING This briefing to be agendized at beginning of next Council agenda. 7. CITY OF IRVINE REQUEST FOR LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR WALNUT AVENUE EXTENSION Moved by Edgar, seconded by Sutcliff that letter be sent in support of the Walnut Avenue extension as requested by the City of Irvine. Carried unanimously. 8. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT AGREEMENT Mr. Fleagle reported that the City has been assured that the County will submit an application to HUD for $100,000.00 for the City's allocation. However, the County cannot submit the application unless the agreement and resolution are amended to delete the conditional approval. There are two issues requiring Councl attention: 1) Amendment of the agreement and resolution. 2) Establishment of priorities for the expenditure of allocated funds. City Council Minutes 1/19/76 page 5. Staff recommends that the $100,000 allocation be requested for the storm drain project, estimated to cost $290,000.00, with the remaining balance to be applied to the construction of curbs and gutters in the old town area. It is further recommended that the Council reaffirm its request for the total allocation of $140,000.00 Moved by Edgar, Seconded by Sutcliff that the Council amend the agreement to delete the conditional approval and establish the priorities for fund expenditures as recommended. Motion carried, Mayor Saltarelli voting no. Moved by Edgar, seconded by Sutcliff that Resolution 76-8 be read by title. Carried unanimously. Moved by Edgar, seconded by Sutcliff that Resolution 76-8, amending Resolution No. 75-86 be passed and adopted. Carried. Mayor Saltarelli voting no. XII. REPORTS 1. LEGISLATIVE CONCERNS Mr. Bopf reported on bills before the State Legislature. Moved by Edgar, seconded by Sutcliff that letter be sent in opposition to ACA 71. Carried. It was the consensus of the Council that letters also be sent in opposition of SB 189, AB 15, SB 1294, AB 331 and SB 1291. 2. MITCHELL-HEATHERFIELD ANNEXATION Mr. Bopf reported that there will be a meeting at 8 p.m. January 27 with Association and citizens at 1881 Mitchell Avenue and asked if two Council members could attend. Mr. Edgar stated he would attend. Other Councilmen wishing to attend were ~ked to call Mr. Bopf. 3. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Bol0f requested an executive session following this meeting to discuss litigation and personnel matters. 4. CANDIDATE STATEMENTS Mayor Saltarelli requested that the City Attorney's office supply any help to candidates for Counci'l in filing state documents. 5. APPEAL DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RELATIVE TO FARMERS INSURANCE SIGN Mr. Fleagle stated that this had been appealed and would be heard at the February 2nd Council meeting. 6. BERMS - DOW AVENUE EXTENSION JAMBOREE ROAD AREA In answer to questioning, Mr. Fleagle stated that the required berms are in this area. 7. FLOODING - EL CAMINO Mr. Ledendecker stated that mathematical statistics relative to troubles caused by certain magnitudes of rain fall will be coming from the consultants. City Council Min~utes 1/19/76 Page 6. 8. COUNTY-WIDE SERVICE RESOLUTION A Resolution telling the Board Of Supervisors to make a County-wide Assessment for urban services in County unincorpor~ted areas to be agendized for next meeting. 9. SIGN ORDINANCE Councilman Edgar expressed concern that .Sign Ordinance is unduly restrictive in some cases and asked for comments and a method to make someehangessothat it would bemore~f~exible. He did not necessarily want to make itleSs restrictive so that ugly signs are prevalant, and urged greater opportunity forjappeal and flexibility where warrantedr' Perhaps a reduction~'fn~he appeal application fee could prOVide more opportunity for Council's review in worthy cases. Any recommended changes from Council, Commissioners and the business community are to be given to Mr. Fleagle along with a list of areas that give the most problems for amendment to the code to be presented at public hearings. 10. COUNTY-WIDE PARAMEDIC SERVICE Council discussed letter from Supervisor Clark relative to County- wide Paramedic Service Areas. Mr. Bopf reported on this matter and stated there would be a resolution for next regular Council meeting. 11. ICC Councilman Sharp stated he would have a report relative to the abolishment or continuance of this Council at a later date. XIII. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Saltarelli decared the meeting adjourned tc an Executive Session and then to the next regular meeting of February 2, 1976. CIT~j~RK