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Home My WebLink About05 MINUTES 02-21-95 MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 1, 1995 CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order by Mayor Saltarelli at 6:40 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Thomas. ROLL CALL Council Present: Thomas R. Saltarel!i, Mayor Mike Doyle Jeffery M. Thomas Tracy A. Worley Council Absent: Jim Potts, Mayor Pro Tem City Clerk Wynn: Absent Others Present: William A. Huston, City Manager Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager ' Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk Donna Hinshaw, Executive Coordinator Approximately S in the audience PUBLIC INPUT - None REGULAR BUSINESS 1, JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT - ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY William Huston, City Manager, summarized changes to the Joint Powers Agreement including: increase in Board of Supervisors membership; creation of an executive committee comprised of board members; modification of fire service cost allocations; clarification of reimbursement of prior County general fund expenses; and clarification of Fire Authority indemnification and insurance. He noted the transfer of fire department reserves to the Fire Authority was under discussion by the County and the bankruptcy Creditor's Committee; and the Orange County Apartment Association had withdrawn their objection to formation of the Fire Authority. Council/staff discussion followed regarding lack of anticipated layoffs; majority of cities participation in the Fire AutHority; and possible termination of the agreement upon breack of contract by the County. It Was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worlev, to adopt the following Resolution No. 95-11 approving revisions to the Joint Powers Agreement, and appoint Mayor Sa!tareili as the City's representative and Mayor Pro Tom Potts as the alternate to tke Orange County Fire Authority Board of Directors: RESOLUTION NO. 95-11 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT CREATING THE ORANGE CCUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY AND DESIGNATING AND APPOINTING A REPRESENTATIVE AND AN ALTERNATE TO THE BOARD .OF DIRECTORS Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. ADJOURKMENT Mayor Saltarelli adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m. The City Council had scheduled a joint meeting with the Audit Committee on Monday, February 6, 1995, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers; and the next regular meeting of the City Council Would be held on Monday, February 6, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Cent~?~p~.//;~Way./. THOMAS R. SALTAR~LI, MAYOR E. WYNN, CITY CLERK MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 6, 1995 CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIA/qCE 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 Worley. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Dr. Marj Britt, Unity Churck of Tustin. ROLL CALL Council Present: Thomas R. Saltarel!i, Mayor Mike Doyle Jeffery M. Thomas Tracy A. Worley Council Absent: Jim Potts, Mayor Pro Tem City Clerk Wynn: Absent Others Present: William A. Huston, City Manager Lois Jeffrey, Interim City Attorney Christine Shingteton, Assistant City Manager W. Douglas Franks, Chief of Police Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent Valerie Crabill, Chief Deputy City Clerk Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager Rick Brown, Building Official Dan Fox, Senior Planner Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Bettie Correa, Senior Personnel Analyst Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor Approximately 35 in the audience PROCLAMATIONS COUNCILMEMBER JEFFERY THOMAS, FINANCE DIRECTOR RON NAULT, AND AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS GEORGE JEFFRIES AND DANIEL O'CONNELL IN RECOGNITION OF WITHDRAWING CITY FUNDS PROS[ THE 'ORAA'GE COUNTY INVESTMENT POOL Mayor Sa!tarelli read and presented proclamations to Audit Committee Members George Jeffries and Daniel O~Conne!!, Finance Director Ronald Nault, and Councilmember Jeffery Thomas commending their action in withdrawing City funds from the Orange County Investment Pool. Daniel O'Connell stated that most of the credit should be given to Ron Nault and Councilmember Thomas who were instrumental in recommending withdrawal from the Investment Pool. Mayor Saltarelii noted that George Jeffries was a member of the Governor's Task Force on State and Local investment Practices; and ~stated the City was fortunate to have individuals with investment expertise who helped avert a financial catastrophe. PUBLIC INPUT ADJOURN MEETING IN MEMORY OF JEAN SMITH Helen Edgar, 13622 Loretta, Tustin, requested adjournment in memory of former City' employee, Jean Smith, who died on December 25, 1994. COMMENDED STAFF FOR WITHDRAWING FUNDS FROM THE ORANGE COUNTY ? INVESTMENT POOL John Moorlach, 1055 E1 Camino, Costa Mesa, commended the City, Councilmember Thomas, and Finance Director Ron Nau!t for withdrawing City funds from the Orange County Investment Pool and he chastised George Jeffries and Bill ~[oses for failure to heed CITY COUNCIL MINUT Page 2, 2-6-95 Mr. Moorlach's campaign warnings regarding stability of the County's Investment Pool. PUBLIC tIEAllING (ITF~M~B 1 T]tROUG~ 2) CERTIFICATION OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR ACQUISITION OF A 3.66 ACRE PORTION OF THE PROPERTY AT 3075-3097 EDINGER AVENUE (RAIL STATION SITE) - Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, reported staff had prepared an Initial Study to determine if acquisition of property located at 3075-3097 Edinger Avenue would have a negative environmental impact. She stated acquisition of the property was necessary for a proposed commuter rail station at the location and clarified that the Initial Study did not reflect commuter rail construction development. It was moved by Worley, seconded by Doyle, to certify that the Final Negative Declaration is adequate for the possible acquisition of a 3.66 acre portion of the property at 3075-3097 Edinger Avenue by adopting the following Resolution No. 95-9: RESOLUTION NO. 95-9 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY'COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE FOR THE ACQUISITION OF A 3.66 ACRE PORTION OF THE PROPERTY AT 3075-3097 EDINGER AVENUE INCLUDING REQUIRED FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Councilmember Thomas stated concern whether the City of Irvine would participate in funding this project; noted his disapproval of a letter from an Irvine resident requesting involvement in the project's design review; and questioned the feasibility of Tustin residents receiving reduced rail or parking fees. William Huston, City Manager, stated that at Council direction, staff was pursuing funding for this project from sources including the Orange County Transit Authority, Riverside Transportation Commission, future land development, and the City of Irvine. He said upon Council approval, the City would exercise caution utilizing. State bond financing for the property acquisition because of restrictions that may be placed on the funds. Mayor Saltarelli said it was important for the City of Irvine to pay their share for commuter rail station development and he emphasized the importance of this project to Irvine residents because it would improve the traffic flow in the area. He stated he would not support completion of the project if Tustin ultimately was required to pay the majority of funding due to lack of support from other local agencies; but, he felt confident the City of Irvine would pay their fair share of the project. Council discussion followed regarding investigating reduced rail and parking fees for Tustin residents; City of Irvine support of the project; and-traffic benefits. Mayor Saltarelli opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. There were no speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. 2 , TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 94-149 AND APPEAL OF VARIANCE 94-011 (DONALD LEJEUNE) Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner, reported the applicant was requesting authorization to subdivide property located in the Cultural Resources District to allow construction of an historic house on the front portion of the property. On December 12, 1994, the Planning Commission approved a variance for the project and recommended approval of the tentative parcel map. He said in January, Council. appealed the Planning Commission action related to the variance and continued the tentative parcel map in order to consider both items at one time. He stated the applicant had received conditional use permit (CUP) approval to place an CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3, 2-6-95 historic residence on the property; however, a'subdivision of the property was requested in lieu of the CUP process to finance construction of the proposed dWe!]ing He said =h_ required front yard set-back, lot size, and proposed subdivision would be consistent with surrounding properties and was appropriate and compatible with the neighborhood; opposition to the proposed project had been expressed by the public; and he said that based upon staff analysis and Planning Commission approval, it w~s recommended that Council approve Tentative Parcel Map 94-_4J and appeal of Variance 94-011. Mayor Saltarel!i opened the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. The following members of the audience spoke in opposition to Tentative Parcel Map 94-149 and appeal of Variance 94-011: Ken Ezell, 365 West Sixth Street, Tustin Bill Collins, 430 W. Main Street, Tustin Tom Orr, 355 West Sixth Street, Tustin Jeff Thompson, 415 W. Sixth Street, Tustin The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Tentative Parcel Map 94-149 and appeal of Variance 94-011: Don LeJeune, applicant Council/speaker LeJeune discussion followed regarding refinancing the property; and historical district permit restrictions. There were no other speakers on the subject and the public hearing was closed at 7:50 p.m. Councilmember Worley stated she supported upholding the Planning Conunission's recommendation based upon the information presented to Council; noted the applicant was the first Cultural Resources District Chairperson; stated the proposed project would be a positive addition to Old Town; and she believed the applicant's property rights outweighed the neighbors' opposition to the project. Christine Shing!eton, Assistant City Manager, noted modifications to Resolution No. 95-10 indicating that granting the variance would not constitute a precedent. it was moved by Worley, seconded by Thomas, to certify the Final Negative Declaration as adequate for the project by adopting the following Resolution No. 95-1: RESOLUTION NO. 95-1 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CiTY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 94-149 AND VARIANCE 94-011 INCLUDING REQUIRED FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFOR~IA ENVIROnmENTAL QUALITY ACT Councilmember Thomas said he believed this issue appeared to be a neighbor dispute; the project would enhance Old Town; and stated concern that comments by Jeff Thompson, Cultural Resources Overlay District Chairperson, appeared contrary to Council position. Councilmember Doyle said he believed reconstruction of an historical house was a personal property right; approving a subdivision of the lot would allow financing for the project; and the project would be an excellent addition to Old Town. Mayor Saltarelli said he supported the project, and that Mr. Thompson did not address Council as a Cultural Resources Overlay District representative and could voice opposition to the project. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. It was moved by Worley, seconded by Thomas, to Uphold the Planning Commission's approval of Variance 94-011 by adopting the following Resolution No. 95-10 as modified: CiTY COUNCIL MINU~_ ~ Page 4, 2-6-95 RESOLUTION N°. 95-10 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMIZ. ISSION'S APPROVAL OF VARIANCE 94-011 TO REDUCE THE MINIMUM LOT WIDTH OF PARCEL 2 OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 94-149 FROM SIXTY (60) FEET' TO 22 FEET AND TO INCREASE THE M~XIMUM FENCE HEIGHT IN THE REQUIRED FRONT YARD SETBACK AREA OF PARCEL 2 OF TENTATIVE PARCEL ~fAP 94-149 FROM THREE (3) FEET TO 6'-8" AT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 440 WEST Y~IN STREET Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, to approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 94-149 by adopting the following Resolution No. 95- 2: RESOLUTION NO. 95-2 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTiN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE pARCEL ¥~P NO. 94-149 Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. CONSENT C~LENDA/~ (ITEMS 3 THROUGH 17) 3 . 4o 5. 6~ 7 . It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. 9 . APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $2,975,237.41 and ratify Payroll in the amount of $730,949.59. PLAA~'ING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - JANUARY 23, 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 January 23, 1995. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 16, 1995 REGULAR MEETING Reccmmendation: Approve City Council Minutes of January 16, 1995. RELEASE AND REPLACEMENT OF BONDS AND AGREEMENTS FOR TRACT 14110 (LDM DEVELOPMENT, INC. AND GREYSTONE HOMES) Recommendation: Authorize release of the following bonds for the indicated amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 2144225, $35,000.00; Labor and Materials Bond No. 2144225, $17,500.00; Subdivision Warranty Bond No. 2144225, $3,500.00; Monumentation Bond No. 2144235, $4,200.00; and release the Subdivision Agreement and Monumentation Agreement which were entered into with LDM Development, Inc. as recommended by the Public Works Department/ Engineering Division. RESOLUTION NO. 95-15 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA USED OIL. RECYCLING BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM TO DEVELOP AND ~AINTAIN A USED OIL RECYCLING PROGRAM Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-15 approving an application for State grant funds to establish and maintain a used oil recycling program as recommended by the Public Works Department. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CONTRACT, TUSTIN RANCH TREE PARK Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Howard, Needles, Tammen, and Bergendorf, Inc. (HNTB) for construction and project management services for the Tustin Ranch Tree Project as recommended by the Community Development Department. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH TUSTIN POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to sign and execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the Tustin Police Officers Association as recommended by Personnel Services. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5, 2-6-95 10. RESOLUTION NO. 95-12 - A RESOLUTION OF THE C!W'Y COUNCil OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLaiNS AND SPECiFICATiONS FOR EMERGENCY POWER RETROFIT AND PORTABLE EMERGEi:CY GENERATOR FOR COLUMBUS TUSTIN WELL (CITY PROJECT NO. 600112) AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BiDS Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-12 approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement of bids for subject project as recommended by the Public Works Department/Water Division. RESOLUTION NO. 95-14 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ACCESS RAMP INSTALLATION/MODIFICATIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 95-14 approving plans and specifications for subject project and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 12.¸ DECLARATION OF SURPLUS STREET SWEEPERS Recommendation: Declare subject equipment surplus and not required for public use and authorize the Public Works Department to dispose of equipment in accordance with O~dinance No. 871 as recommended by the Public Works Department/Field Services Division. 13. WATER BOARD VACANCIES Recommendation: Direct staff to include the two Water Board vacancies with the advertisements to fill other Commission/Committee term expirations that '~ wl~ occur prior to July 1995 as recommended bv the Finance Department. 14. HUD CONSOLIDATED PLAN STATUS UPDATE Recommendation: Receive and file subqec~ .~ report as re,om ....... ed by the Community Development Department. 15. REVIEW OF FRONTIER PARK CLOSING HOURS Recommendation: Consider no changes in the hours of operation at Frontier Park as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission and Community Services Department. 16. RENEWAL OF CALTRANS CONTRACT FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CiTY EXPENSES FOR GENERAL TRAFFIC ENGINEERING IN CONJUNCTION W~TH THE CONSTRUCTION OF I-5 FREEWAY AND I-5/SR-55 INTERCi~A~NGE Recommendation: Approve subject contract and execute the ~ccument for reimbursement of City staff efforts in performing general traffic engineering in conjunction with Ca!trans' construction of the I-5 Freeway and the I-5/SR-55 Freeway interchange pursuant to review and approval by the City Attorney as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 17. REJECTION OF ALL BIDS FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 86-2 IMPROVEME~NT$~ REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF UNDERLYING ALLUVIUM A/%'D EXISTING FILL IN LOT NOS. 10 AND 18 OF TRACT NO. 13627 AND AUTHORIZATION TO RE- ADVERTISE FOR NEW BIDS Recommendation: Reject all bids received January 12, !995, for subject project and authorize the Public Works Department to re- advertise subject project for bid; and authorize release of all bid bonds upon rejection of all bids as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. REGULAR BUSINESS ( ITEMS 18 THROUGH 23 ) 18. ORDINANCE NO. 1143, A/~ENDING CITY CODE SECTIONS 4616 A_ND 4617 - NOISE CONTROL Rick Brown, Building Official, reported that at the January 16, 1995 meeting, Council continued this matter to allow staff to investigate the following issues: construction noise regulations in other cities; weekday, weekend, and holiday construction noise; citizen complaints; enforcement of code violations; violation fees; East Tustin Development activity; and alternative ordinance proposals. CITY COUNCIL HINL Page 6, 2-6-95 Council/staff discussion followed regarding construction starting time; staff responding ~o noise code violations; utilization of code. . enforcement departments to control violations in other clnles; and changing, the Saturdav.~ construction time to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Alternative II and summarized contractor/sub-contractor contract requirements including: construction hours; forwarding written notice to existing sub-contractors regarding construction hours; requesting sub-contractors notify third-tier sub-contractors of noise restrictions; permitted hours of operation posted at. all job sites; a telephone number listed on the signage for noise violations; violation follow-up procedures; requiring a job superintendent on site prior to construction start-up time; working in conjunction with the City on code enforcement; and inconsistency in the City's current noise ordinance: Mike LeBlanc, The Irvine Company The following members of the audience spoke in favor of Alternative 1: A1 Hensling, 2205 Linnsey Court, Tustin Michael Nermon, 2460 Kiser, Tustin John Fruehauf, San Marino Homeowners' Association Jerry Kress, 10921 Gray Place, Tustin Eiain Nermon, 2460 Kiser, Tustin The following member of the audience spoke in favor of allowing Saturday construction: Harvey Sneed, 12772 Keith, Tustin The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Alternative ii with a 6-month probationary period, higher sanction fees, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday work hours: Tim Curry, 2560 Alister Avenue, Tustin The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Alternative II: Kelly Sylvester, Building Industry Association RECESSED the meeting at 8:45 p.m.; RECONVENED at 9:00 p.m. Council/speaker LeBlanc/staff discussion followed regarding the noise ordinance exemption paragraph; The Irvine Company improving their noise enforcement procedures; pledges by the City and The Irvine Company to enforce the noise ordinance; restricting construction to five days a week; and probationary period for Saturday construction. Councilmember Thomas stated his support for Alternative II modified to include 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday construction, and a probationary period of six months. Council/staff discussion followed regarding past ordinance restrictions on Saturday construction. Councilmember Worley stated her support for Alternative II with strict enforcement and a probationary period of three months. Councilmember Doyle stated he supported a 90-day trial period allowing the construction industry to show good faith and subsequent to the trial period, adopt Alternative II. Council/staff discussion followed regarding implementing Saturday construction trial period immediately; inclement weather affecting construction; and a building permit process incorporating noise restrictions and enforcement. CITY COUNCIL MINUTE~ Page 7, 2-6-95 19. 20. 21. Mayor Saltarelli stated he supported Alternative ~i with 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday construction hours, and until tke ordinance was adopted, the building official would give authorization for Saturday construction. Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, said that staff could issue courtesy notices of code violations until the proposed ordinance was in effect; and she noted modifications Alternative II including Saturday construction hours and operation of trucks, vehicles, and equipment. Council/staff/speaker E. Nermon discussion followed regarding enforcement discretion; 'Alternative III; increasing violation fees; prosecuting second noise violations as misdemeanors; and length of probationary period. It was moved by Thomas, seconded Worley, to introduce the following modified Ordinance No. 1143 (Alternative II) to reflect Saturday work hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.: ORDINANCE NO. 1143 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SPECIFIED SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 4 OF THE TUSTIN CITY CODE, HEALTH AND SANITATION Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated staff would submit at a future Council meeting a revised bail schedule reflecting noise violation fines and code enforcement procedures. TUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INAUGURAL EVENT Counci!member Thomas announced the Tustin Community Foundation's inaugural event would be held on February 22, 1995 and invited the community, to attend. It was moved by Thomas, seconded bv Wor!ey, to receive and file subject report. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. ORA~NGE COUNTY BANKRUPTCY STATUS William Huston, City Manager, reported that the City's property tax and assessment district funds had been released by the County of Orange; continued discussion with the Creditor's Committee regarding the 800 megahertz funds deposited with the County; and staff would continue to update Council on prcposed County bankruptcy legislation. Mayor Saltarelli summarized recent bankruptcy information including: the County had promised to formulate a~d publicize a plan to manage the bankruptcy crisis; earmarked school district funds were in jeopardy; the importance of 800 megahertz system funding; encouraged the community to contact the. Board of Supervisors to make restitution to all agencies; and cities' Support of the Joint Powers Fire Authority. RESOLUTIONS RELATED TO ORANGE COUNTY BANKRUPTCY Mayor Saltarel!i requested the proposed resolutions state that copies would be forwarded to the Orange County Board of Supervisors and Orange County cities. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to adopt the following Resolution No. 95-16 as modified: RESOLUTION NO. 95-16 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DEMANDING THAT THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ORANGE COUNTY INVESTMENT POOL BANKRUPTCY AND THAT IT RETURN 100 PERCENT OF THE DEPOSITED FUNDS TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN AND ALL OTHER POOL DEPOSITORS Palm 8, 2-6-9~ Motion c~rried 4-0, Potts absent. it was moved by Worley, seconded by Thomas, to adoPt the following Resolution No. 95-17 as modified: RESOLUTION NO. 95-17 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DEMANDING THAT THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESCIND ANY ARRANGEMENT WITH ITS PUBLIC RELATIONS Fi~ A~D I~STEAD MEET iTS FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS TO THE ORANGE COUNTY iNVESTMENT POOL PARTICIPANTS Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. 22. TILLER DAYS/BALLOON FESTIVAL DATES Counciimember Doyle said that a possible date conflict might occur between Tustin Tiller Days and the Balloon Festival and he believed the City should give priority to Tiller Days. Wi!iian Huston, City Manager, stated that the Balloon Festival app!icann had indicated they wished to conduct the 1995 festival in Tustis; however, information had been received that the Balloon Festival was investigating alternative site locations. 23. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF TUSTIN URBAN PARKS PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE HEIDEM. AN SCHOOL BP. ANCH Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor, reported that the funding source for the Boys and Girls Club project was a County of Orange Urban Parks Program; but due to the recent bankruptcy, the County canceled financial assistance and it was improbable funds would be al!coated for this program. The following member of the audience spoke regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to the Tustin Boys and Girls Club would cease, in July, 1995; re-applying for CDBG funds for an Athletic Director position; Heideman School branch program was scheduled to open March 15, 1995; lack of buildings for the H¢ideman School branch program; $25,000.00 was necessary for this program; possible funding assistance; and the Heideman School branch program was a long-term commitment. Cliff Polston, Tustin Boys and Girls Club Council/speaker discussion followed regarding alternative surplus school sites; availability of modular units purchased with Tustin Ranch developer fees; and immediate Council action was necessary in order to begin the program in March. It was moved by Worley, seconded by Thomas, to approve $25,000.00 interest-free loan to the Tustin Boys and Girls Club. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. PUBLIC INPUT RESOLUTION - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONDUCT EVENING MEETINGS A1 Shifberg-Mencher, 16282 Main Street #3B, Tustin, requested a City resolution requesting the Orange County Board of Supervisors conduct evening meetings and their public input section be formatted similar to Tustin. Council concurred. TUSTIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY David Bryant, as the recently selected President of the Historical Society, thanked Council for their past financial support. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9, 2-6-95 OTHER BUSINESS CLOSED SESSION William Huston, City Manager, requested continuance of the closed session. SOUTHWEST AREA Councilmember Doyle requested the status of code enforcement of housing violations in the Southwest area. Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, responded that a "Focus Team" had been formed resulting in !4 misdemeanor filings. William Huston, City Manager, stated monthly progress reports of enforcement and housing rehabilitation programs would be submitted to Council. Mayor Saltarelli noted progress in the Southwest area as evidenced by the demolition of the Cosmopolitan Apartments and single family homes to be developed on the site. COMMENDATION - MAYOR SALTARELLI Councilmember Doyle commended Mayor Saltareili for the considerable amount of time he had spent on behalf of the City regarding the Orange County bankruptcy. ON-LINE/E-M~.IL COMPUTER SYSTEMS Councilmember Thomas requested agendizing at the February 21, 1995 Council meeting discussion of City computers linking on-line and E-Mail systems. CITY COUNCiL/COmmISSIONS AND COF~ITTEES RELATIONSHIPS Councilmember Thomas requested agendizing at the February 21, 1995 Council meeting di'scussion of the re!aticnship between the City Council and Commission/Committee members. ROLLER HOCKEY SITE - SIXTH STREET Councilmember Worley requested staff notify roller hockey companies cf an abandoned building site located on Sixth Street. COF~ENDATION - COUNCIL Mayor Saltarelli expressed appreciation to the Council for the effort and time spent to resolve the Saturday construction issue. TUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Mayor Saltarelli encouraged community support for the Tustin Community Foundation. CLOSED SESSION It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worley, to continue the closed session to the February 21, 1995 Council meeting: (1) to confer with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation entitled In Re: County of Orange, U.S.B.C. Case No. SA 94-22272 JR, and In Re: Orange County Investment Pools, U.S.B.C. Case No. SA 94-22273 JR; and (2) to confer with the city Manager regarding compensation for management and confidential employees. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Saltarelli adjourned the.meeting at 10:45 p.m. in memory of Jean Smith. The City Council had scheduled a Peters Canyon Specific Plan workshop on Tuesday, February 21, 1995, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers; and the next regular meeting of the City Council was scheduled COUNSiL ~di~'~L. 2-6-95 for Tuesday, February 21, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. THO~3. S R. SALT~V~LLI, MAYOR MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUSTIN COF~MUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 6, 1995 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Saltare!li at 10:45 at the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. ROLL CALL Members Present: Thomas R. Saltarelli, Chairperson Mike Doyle Jeffery M. Thomas Tracy A. Worley Members Absent: Jim Potts, Chairperson Pro Tem Recording Secretary: Mary E. Wynn (Absent) Others Present: William A. Huston, Exec. Dir./City Manager Lois Jeffrey, Interim City Attorney Christine Shingleton, Asst. Executive Director W. Douglas Franks, Chief of Police Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director Tim Ser!et, Director of Public Works Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent Valerie Crabi!l, Chief Deputy City Clerk Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager Rick Brown, Building Official Dan Fox, Senior Planner Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Bettie Correa, Senior Personnel Analyst Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor Approximately 15 in the audience REGULAR BUSINESS (ITEMS ! THROUGH 3) I. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS It was moved by Thomas, seconded by ~orley, to approve Demands in the amount of $17,379.80. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 16, 1995 REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Worle~, to approve the Redevelopment Agency Minutes of~an=ary TM '- 16 , 1995 . Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. 3e AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS, OLD TOWN GATEWAY PROJECT It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Worley, to authorize the issuance of a Request for Qualifications/Proposals for the solicitation of a developer for the Old Town Gateway Project. Motion carried 4-0, Potts absent. OTHER BUSINESS - None CLOSED SESSION - None ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Saltarelli adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency was scheduled for Tuesday, February 21, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. THOMAS R. SALT~R~LLI, CHAIRPERSON Y E. WYNN, RECORDING ~CRE~ARY