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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1975 02 18 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL February 18, 1975 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Saltarelli. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Councilman Sharp. III. INVOCATION Given by Councilman Welsh. IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Saltarelli, Sharp, Edgar, Welsh. Absent: Councilmen: None. Others present: Acting City Administrator Den Blankenship Assistant City Administrator for Con~aunity Development Ken Fleagle City Attorney James Rourke City Clerk Ruth Poe V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974 Mr. Fleagle gave the background of this matter, and explained that this hearing had been scheduled for review and adoption of an application and program pursuant to the Housing and Com- munity Development Act of 1974. Mr. Fleagle summarized the staff report, which included the following information: The expected allocation to the City of Tustin for the initial three-year period is: First year: $ 42,000 Second year: 84,000 Third year: 126,000 TOTAL $252,000 The proposed expenditure of funds is as follows: 1. E1 Camino Real Storm Drain $180,000 2. Economic Analysis, Design, and Feasibility Study for Central Business District with Precise Plans for vacated City Hall property. 20,000 3. Construction of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, street pavement, and street lighting. 52,000 TOTAL $253,000 The first year recommended budget allocates funds for the following items: 1. Public Works site improvements (sidewalks, paving, curbs and gutters ) $ 9,000 2. Planning (El Camino Real Storm Drain Engineering & Specifications, Central Business District Design & Market Study) 29,000 City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page two First year recommended budget (cont' d) 3. Administration (Advertisements, processing staff engineering) $ 1,000 4. Contingencies and local option 3,000 TOTAL $42,000 Mr. Fleagle stated that this program has been submitted to the Orange County Coordinator for the Act, and it was found to be in proper order. In reply to Mayor Saltarelli's questions, Mr. Fleagle stated that the application time had been extended at the regional level but not according to the County's schedule of events; that Title II provides for housing and Title I (this application) is a separate provision of the Act which encourages public assistance but makes no allocation for public housing. The City's application has no reference to housing except: "Due to limited funds, the insignificant housing need and near total residential develop- ment, there appears to be less demand for housing assistance as compared to general community development requirements". He emphasized that the City is not obligated by this application for any programs of public housing. CounCilman Edgar questioned a figure in Table II, Housing Assistance Needs of Low Income Households, of 3,455 residents over 65 years of age being 6.12% of the City population; he stated that this figure would be nearer 12% of the City's population. Mr. Fleagle said he would check on this. In reply tO Councilman Welsh, Mr. Fleagle stated that the second item for the first year recommended budget, planning, etc., is allocated $29,000, because it includes engineering plans and specifications. In reply to Councilman Saltarelli, Mr. Fteagle stated that if this application is accepted as submitted, there is no obliga- tion upon the City other than to perform precisely what the application states; if it is not accepted, the application will come back before the Council with reasons why it was not accepted. Councilman Sharp asked about impact on the poor of approximately 15% of the rental units in the community being vacant, and a low percentage substandard, as indicated by Table I, Survey of Housing Conditions. Mr. Fleagle explained that these figures were based on the 1970 Census, at which time a lot of units were under construction and vacant prior to occupancy; the vacancy factor is now less than 4%. The 1970 Federal Census is used because of its uni- versal application throughout Orange County. Moved by Sharp, seconded by Welsh, that the public portion of the hearing be opened. Carried unanimously. ( 7: 41 p.m. ) Mr. Mauri Elsner, 13272 Charloma Drive, Tustin, Chairman of the TNT Committee, advised thaton February 13, 1975, the TNT Committee had fully endorsed the City's participation in the Act, and listed the following proposals contained in a comprehensive report from a TNT Subcommittee studying the Act, which he submitted to the Council: a. Develop a planning capability to determine housing needs of residents and expected residents of the community and feasible approaches to meet those needs. b. Sophisticate local machinery to deal with problems that would include expansion and improvement of quantity and qual- ity of community services, especially for the elderly, City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page three handicapped, and persons of low and moderate incomes. c. Officially establish a continuing staff-supported citizens committee to provide workshop and seminar-type activities. d. Determine the feasibility of a community day care center that could expand economic opportunities principally for low and moderate income families. e. Reduce the isolation of income groups within the cor~munity and assist tenants and rental property owners by joining or forming a housing authority. f. Support of low income senior citizens residential project. Mr. Reuben Kvidt, President of the Red Hill Lutheran Church Council, described a housing project proposal for the elderly, particularly in the low income area, which would comprise 200 units, of which 100 would be residential care units with limited medical care, and which would include recreational facil- ities and other amenities appropriate to older residents. Rental rates would be as low as possible, but commensurate with good con- struction and design. ~A commercial development nearby would be available to the elderly. The project is proposed for prop- erty on the east side of Newport Avenue, south of Irvine Boule- vard, behind the Tustin Heights Shopping Center, although nego- tiations on the property have been slow because of two absentee property owners being involved. He requested City support of the proposal. In reply to CouncilmanSaltarelli, Mr. Kvidt explained that he was not asking for any money out of the Act, unless there is money available for the permits. Mrs. JoAnn Scott, 1761 Roanoke, Tustin, spoke in favor of the senior citizens residence, as the City has only one area for low income people, the Orange Gardens at Red Hill and Nisson which can accon~nodate only 12 low income elderly persons. Mrs. Scott stated that the Bethel Towers, a senior citizens apartment complex in Costa Mesa, has 270 units, and a 4- to 5-year waiting list of over 400 names of which a good number are from Tustin. Mrs. Scott suggested that, in regard to the improvement of the quantity and quality of City services, consideration be given to formation of a City-supported information and referral department. Mr. Tom Kelly, 330 E1 Camino Real, Tustin, urged consideration of the track record of such senior citizens facilities, citing as an example Costa Mesa'a Bethel Towers, which doesn't return enough revenue to the City for services rendered (and an expan- sion of the complex was denied by the City), and which has area merchants unhappy because the Towers' residents don't have the funds to help stimulate the local economy. Mr. Kelly stated his feeling that the responsibility for support of the elderly prop- erly lies with their relatives. He preferred consideration of projects that would contribute toward a stronger business envir- onment and tax base in the City, and in speaking of factors detrimental to the viability of the downtown area, noted that every time a city adds a new commercial district, it is aid- ing the disintegration of older commercial areas. There being no further comments or objections, it was moved by Sharp, seconded by Edgar, that the public portion of the hearing be closed. Carried unanimously. (7:55 p.m.) To Mayor Saltarelli's question about the relevance of use of funds the City will receive towards a project of the nature proposed by Mr. Kvidt, Mr. Fleagle stated that relevance exists only to the degree that endorsement of a private application is one way of the City satisfying low income housing needs. He explained, further; that under the Act, the City has the right to form a housing authority and apply for Title II funds and City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page four create a senior citizens project; the Act also provides that a church group or non-profit organization may apply for Federal funds to build subsidized housing, and this is what Mr. Kvidt has been proposing, with the Council as sponsor. The City would have no involvement in that application. Mr. Fleagle noted that since the land is not properly zoned for the proposed use, no commitment has been made in this application to any precise location for such a development. Table III of the application just carried the note that, "The City Council offers its support and assistance for the development of a senior citizens residen- tial complex under private auspices pursuant to Title 2, Section 213, Public Law 93-383". Replying tofurther questions from the Council, Mr. Fleagle stated that a zone change to implement the complex at the pro- posed location would not only ~liminate a potential commercial use, but the potential for private recreational facilities and other uses authorized~within existing zoning. If the property is not subdivided, the~developer would not be required to dedi- cate park land, but would still be required to pay new construc- tion taxes, based on the number of units, to help offset the cost of City services. Councilman Edgar stated his understanding from the proceedings that there is a cor~nitment within the concept of the complex to open space and recreational facilities, which may offset the residents needs to Use the overall recreational facilities of the City. He reaffirmed his position in favor of participating in the Act and using Federal funds for recognized local capital improvement needs, provided that there are no strings attached, and stated that he would like to see the staff develop further information on housing needs and Federal standards, with an overview of housing structures in the City considered substandard and possibilities for corrective action. He further suggested a comparison of the ratio of senior citizens to the general City population with related nationwide statistics, to determine how the City can better address the needs of its elderly residents. Councilman Sharp agreed. He inquired as to the timeframe for receipt of the firstyear's allocation. Mr. Fleagle explained that the application will be submitted to the County on February 19 for hearing, followed by review and an April submittal toHUD. A 90-day reviewing period at the Federal level is anticipated, with funds expected to be deposited with the County, and thus available to the City, by July 1. These initial monies budgeted out of the 1974-75 Federal budget will actually be available for use during the local 1975-76 fiscal year. To Councilman Edgar's concern that the timing for availability of the funds may not match the City's cormnitments, Mr. Fleagle stated that the E1 Camino Real drain will be done in a phased development out ofthe second year's budget. Mayor Saltarelli inquired whether there had been any feedback from property owners on E1 Cemino Real as to protection of their properties during the storm drain project. Mr. Fleagle explained that the constrUctiOn schedule had not yet been provided to mer- chants on the street, but they~are aware of the need. In reply to other questions, Mr. Fleagle stated that the potential exists for properties to increase in value, and their property taxes go up, if the public improvements are installed. Councilman Sharp suggested monitoring the application and upon the first indication of probability of success, investing City money in developing a prospectus, a list of consultants, and City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page five conducting interviews--as much of the preliminary work as possible, as it will take a good part of the first fiscal year to get the planning done. He was concerned with getting the planning done so the findings will be available in time to amend the plan for the following fiscal year if it is indicated that some slight modification should be made. Mr. Flea~le stated that some of the initial costs of writing the prospectus, invitation for proposals, etc., can be included under Administration and Contingencies, so that the money could be advanced by the City for that purpose and charged back to the fund as part of the planning contingencies. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp, that the Mayor be authorized to sign the application for Community Development funds, sub- stantially as prepared. Councilmen Sharp and Edgar~ agreed that it is essentially the Council's responsibility to take the initiative in the prepara- tion of whatever prospectus is to be used to get the consultants started on the planning. In response to Mayor Saltarelli, Mr. Flea~le stated that if the City's plan is accepted by HUD, the City is committed only to what they said they would do with the money; the City is not obligated to accept any suggestions or directions from!the Federal government. There is no stipulation under the law or under the terms of this application that the City would be committing itself to be sub- ject to any later pressure by the Federal government to form a housing authority, or whatever. Above motion carried b~ roll call vote. Ayes: Sattarelli, Sharp, Edgar, Welsh. Noes: none. Absent: none. RESOLUTION NO. 75-5 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOINT APPLICATION WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR A GRANT AUTHORIZED UNDER THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVEL- OPMENT ACT OF 1974 Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp, that Resolution No. 75-5 be read by title only. Carried unanimously. The secretary read Resolution No. 75-5 by title. Fir. A. J. Coco, 17802 Irvine Boulevard, Tustin, commended the Council for the time and effort taken to explore the Act and the City's participation in it, and pointed out that, in regard to the particular piece of property on Newport proposed by Mr. Kvidt for the senior citizens complex, the City staff seems to prefer a recreational use~ of some kind forthe property, but the owners have tried unsuccessfully for several months to get a recreational use; this is in addition to the problem of try- ing to develop the lotS.commercially because of their proximity to the Tustin Heights Center. He wanted to emphasize for the benefit of the audience that there is not that clear-cut a choice between recreation and other uses of the property. He noted that in regard to Mr. Kvidt's proposal there are willing sellers and willing buyers and a demonstrated need for facil- ities for the elderly, with a 3 to 1 ratio ef need even against the number of units in this complex as proposed. Mayor Saltarelli clarified that there is no action officially before the Council regarding that project, in the absence of a zone change application or project being submitted to the City; the Council won't take action onit unless the Council wants to agendize it. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page six Moved by Sharp, seconded by Edgar, that Resolution No. 75-5 be adopted. Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Edgar, Welsh. Noes: none. Absent: none. VI. PUBLIC CONCERNS 1. MAY EVANS, RE: MIAS May Evans, Tustin resident, advised the Council of the second anniversary of the signing of the Paris Peace,Agreement, and of the 1,300 men still missing in action in Southeast Asia, at least 50 of whom are known to have been captured by the Viet Cong. Ms. Evans noted that Captain Larry Helber had been "adopted" by the City by Proclamation several years ago, and that the "POW/MIA Freedom Tree" had been replanted at the new City Center. She distributed to the Council packets containing bracelets and bumper stickers, urging the Council to use them, and requested that the Mayor issue a Proclamation designating March127, 1975, the second anniversary of the return of the last POW, a "date of awareness, concern and prayer for those still m~ssing in action". Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar, that the Proclamation as requested be approved. Carried unanimously. VII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of February 3, 1975, meeting. 2. RATIFICATION OF DEMANDS in the amount of $133,225.29. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 75-4 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin ADOPTING THE 1995 FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION STUDY AS THE HIGHWAY ELEMENT OF THE TRANSPORTATION PLAN WITHIN THE CITY OF TUSTIN. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 75-6 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin ACCEPTING WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING RECORDA- TION OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION. 5. DENIAL OF CLAIMS Denial of claims of Mark J. Dixon and Michael Thompson as recommended by the City Attorney. 6. SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, MCFADDEN, NEWPORT AND WALNUT AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENTS Authorization for a supplemental appropriation from the Gas Tax Fund of $7,015.64, as recommended by staff. 7. TRACT NO. 7954 Acceptance of improvements and exoneration of pertinent bonds, as recommended by the City Engineer. Moved by Sharp, seconded by Welsh, that the Consent Calendar be approved. Carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page seven VIII. ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION NONE. IX. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION 1. ORDINANCE NO. 644 An Ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, AMENDING THE TUSTIN CITY CODE RELATIVE TO THE MEETING PLACE OF THE CITY COUNCIL. 2. ORDINANCE NO. 645 An Ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, AMENDING THE TUSTIN CITY CODE RELATIVE TO ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS. Moved by Edgar, seconded by Welsh, that Ordinance No. 644 have first reading by title only. Carried unanimously. The secretary read Ordinance No. 644 by title. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar that Ordinance No. 644 be introduced. Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Edgar, Welsh. Noes: none. Absent: none. Mr. Rourke requested that the section "22657" be added to the listed California Vehicle Code Sections in line 20 of page one of Ordinance No. 645. Moved by Sharp, seconded by Edgar that Ordinance No. 645, as modified, have first reading by title only. Carried unanimously. The secretary read Ordinance No. 645 by title. MOved b~; Sharp, seconded .b~; Edgar, that Ordinance No. 645 be introduced. Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli~ Sharp, Edgar, Welsh. Noes: none. Absent: none. X. OLD BUSINESS 1, BOULEVARD STOP SIGNS AT BROOKSHIRE AND GLENARBOR Councilman Edgar asked whether there was any further input from the Tuetin Meadows Community Association. Ms. Ursula Kenned)z, 14711 DaD_berry Circle, Tustin, stated that a survey of members'run approximately 80% in favor of retaining the stop signs at the intersections where they are now, because of the park being in the center of the tract and children from the perimeter areas having to cross streets to go to the park, and the speeding problem around the loop streets. Moved by Sharp, seconded by welsh, that the removal of the stop signs at Brookshire and Glenarbor, recommended by the Traffic Engineer and the Traffic COmmission, be denied. Mr. R. E. Wellman, 1732 Brookshire, Tustin, noted that the Brookshire/Glenarbor intersection serves 48 homes; Brookshire/ Castlegate serves 58 homes; Canterbery/Cedarcrest serves 89 homes; and Roanoke/Castlewood serves 69 homes. He felt it was arbitrary to put boulevard stops at the intersection with the smallest number of homes served. He commented that the Council was not heeding the Engineering Department recommenda- tions or State warrants. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page eight Councilman Sharp replied that he was committed to whatever it takes to cross children safely, and he didn't know whether this sign was in the wrong place, or whether more intersections in the vicinity should also have stop signs. He requested that the staff look fat the need for additional stop signs in the area. Councilman Edgar stated that a purpose is served by the stop signs, but suggested that there might be an advantage to reloca- ting this stop sign halfway between Glenarbor and Castlegate so as to be nearer the park entrance. Mayor Saltarelli said that approach had beenl0oked into and was deemed more hazardous. He felt that the main issue was whether to keep or remove the signs, not to consider a major change in location. Mrs. Stan Matek, 14772 Canterbury, Tustin, stated that Tustin Meadows has a unique layout of loop streets, which may be attract- ing people from outside the tract; young people ride their motorcycles and cars around and around the area. She expressed concern about the safety Of children and urged retaining the stop signs. Above motion carried unanimously. 2. COMMERCIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (CPD) A proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance initiated by the Planning Commission, to establish a Con~aercial Planned Development District. The proposed district would be applicable to commercial property along First Street from Prospect Avenue west to the Newport Freeway, and specify criteria for planned commercial development. Mr. Fleagle gave the background of this matter, stating that a public hearing was heldOn this overlay zone for First Street, and the matter was referred to the Chamber of Commerce and the TNT Committee for comment and evaluation. Mr. Fleagle stated that it appears, through all the discussions, that there is interest by the Council, Planning Commission, and advisory groups, in preserving the character of the City of Tustin and inpro- viding opportunity and encouragement for redevelopment of prop- erties on First Street. He stated that there also appears to be concern that a blanket overlay zoning might create a negative impact on adjacent residents both north and south of First Street. The staff recommends that the Council direct this matter back to the Planning Commission for further study into the possibility of its application to precise properties, rather than as an overlay zone, partiCUlarly in reference to properties with a development potential beyond their present use. The over- lay zone would affect all property, to a 300' depth on both sides Of First Street, from Prospect tO the Newport Freeway. In reply to Councilman Edgar's question, Mr. Fleagle went on to suggest that the beset course would beto do a complete land anal- ysis for those properties that have potential for redevelopment, and with't~e consent of the fronting and adjoining property owners, develop a classification of permittedland uses for that redevel- opment. Mayor Saltarelli asked whether the same could be accomplished by leaving the zoning as is and making all development subject to a conditional use permit. Mr. ~Fleagle replied that that is one alternative the Planning Commission should recommend, the potential Of putting all properties in a Planned Community (Commercial) District that may subject any development to sub- mission of precise plans. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page nine Councilman Edgar acknowledged the need to encourage development to fulfill the potential of First Street, because of the City's reconstruction and beautification efforts there, while allaying any possible ill effect on adjoining residential properties. Councilman Sharp agreed that the City offered the first induce- ment to quality development by its investment in the First Street project, and said that the conditional use permit approach or the CPD zone would allow the City to evaluate each individual proposal on its own merits while also weighing it against the interests of surrounding residents. He noted, though, that the 300' deep zone on the north side of First, with the approx- imate 150' deep developments on the south side of Irvine, leaves a narrow strip of residential along the middle--so residents in that area would be severely impacted by the blanket overlay zone. He suggested that residents would be better off with con~nercial development or a mixture of commercial/professional clear through between First and"!Irvine, for one block, then skipping several blocks before repeating that depth of development; this would better!preserve the residential community between. Mr. Sharp said he was looking for flexibility and the ability to capital- ize on the investment made on First Street, and so he favored referring this to the Planning Commission with Council's com- ments and recommendations on ways to achieve the desired effect. Mayor Saltarelli stated that the Council's objective is to maintain flexibility in design and all Other criteria of development and yet not so restrict a businessman that he'll be reluctant to come in with a good development. He suggested that while the Planning Commission is considering this, the conditional use permit process be imposed at this point over the present zoning; otherwise more properties will be subject to proposals for strip commercial development in the interim. In reply to questions from Councilman Welsh, Mr. Fleagle stated that under the present ordinance, the property owner can develop only to the limit Of the Commercial District, which in some instances is 150' or less. If this matter is'referred to the Planning Commission, the Commission could look at each parcel and establish a specific depth for a specific property. He mentioned the Mayor's suggestion of putting the properties in a Planned Community District requiring a use permit for any development within the area, effective while the Planning Com- mission is reviewing the overlay zone and alternatives. A piece of property on a particular block could not be developed to a 300' depth unless an ordinance is adopted putting'it in the PC zone for that depth, subject to a use permit. MaTor Saltarelli clarified that he was suggesting using the existing zoning, but if a person came in with a proposal to go back an additional 50', for example, and the property is avail- able and the development is good, the Council can approve it, but with mitigating conditions against any adverse impact on surrounding residents. Councilman Welsh asked ab0utthe possibility of one block devel- oping commercially to an increased depth of 200' to 300', for example, and nearby properties developing only to 150'. MaTor Saltarelli stated that this would not happen unless the Council allowed it to. This does not preclude the Planning Commission doing an individual parcel study for the appropriate depth for each location, but it will prevent any other develop- ment on First Street without somebody reviewing it first. The purpose is to encourage business and give people more variable options than they now have for development of property along First Street. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page ten With the consent of the Council, Mayor Saltarelli asked that the City Attorney draft an interim ordinance to provide for conditional use permits on First Street properties, as discussed, and directed that the proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance for a CPD District be referred to the Planning Commission for Eeconsideration, and possible amendment to apply to precise properties, as recommended. RECESS Mayor Saltarelli called a recess at 9:10 p.m. CALL TO ORDER The meeting reconvened at 9:20 p.m. XI. NEW BUSINESS 1. CONSIDERATION OF PARAMEDIC SERVICE Councilman Sattarelli advised that at a recent meeting of Supervisor Clark with Mayors and City Managers of cities ,in the Fourth Supervisorial District, Mr. Clark had advised that para- medic service would be available in the Tustin area by about March 15~ and that the City could be added to that program effective immediately. Starting about July 1, 1975, the City would be charged about $2.00 per capita for this service. Moved by welsh, seconded b7 Sharp, that the staff be directed to communicate to the County the Council's desire to contract for coverage by the CountT's paramedic unit and to develop an agreement for Council consideration. Councilman Welsh added that other alternatives to this program are being explored in which private enterprise could be the mainstay of the operation at a savingS. !to taxpayers. He was in favor of approving participation with the County at this time to allow time for development and implementation of a City program. Councilman Edgar favored the motion, but asked whether there were certain types of services paramedics will render that would duplicate some services already rendered by the Police and Fire Departments, and if so, whether some requirements on City personnel would be diminished. Mr. Blankenship said that this was possible as the paramedics will be responding to medical aid and first aid calls. Details will have to be worked out, and this will be a learning exper- ience. He noted that the City of Santa Aria had to eliminate response to any calls other than life threatening situations, due to the volume of their calls, partly because they have only one paramedic unit for 130,000population; the ideal is One unit per 60,000 population, which is the approximate com- bined p0pula~ionof the City, Of TU~tin and the NoEth Tu~tin area. In further discussion, Mayor Saltarelli noted that the County limits certification of paramedics to firemen only, and he questioned excluding registered nurses and other medically trained personnel from certification as paramedics, noting further that requiring paramedics Ana, for example, paramedics are simply too busy with paramedic duties to respond to firefighting calls anyway. He said that even if a private plan were to be developed, the City would still have to go to the County for certification, and unless paramedics are firemen, they cannot be certified. He felt that the City would have to be looking into this seemingly unreason- able limitation. AboVe motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page eleven 2. APPLICATION OF LYLE ANDERSON FOR RELOCATION ASSISTANCE BENEFITS Mr. Rourke said it would be appropriate for anyone desiring to submit information to the Council in addition to that supplied by his reports should be allowed to do so, and afterwards the Council should take the matter under advisement and render a decision at the next meeting. Mr. John Meindl, Attorney, 550 Newport Center Drive, Suite 434, Newport Beach, representing Mr. Lyle Anderson, described Mr. Anderson's premises and operations at Tustin Auto Parts, quoted regulations pertaining to relocation assistance, and summarized Mr. Anderson's attempts to find new space and the problems faced, including limited space available, lack of adaptability to the type of operation conducted previously such as the machine shop operation, and cost factors. Mayor Saltarelli stated that the Council would take the matter under advisement and render a decision~at the next regulaE Council meeting. XII. OTHER BUSINESS 1. TIMING OF SIGNAL AT RED HILL AVENUE AND BRYAN AVENUE Mr. Sharp referred to the February 12th memorandum from the City Engineer on the signal timing at Red Hill and Bryan, and said he may want to bring this up for discussion at a later date. 2. JOINT MEETING, COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION Mr. Fleagle conveyed the Planning Commission's desire for a joint workshop with the City Council. He was advised that the Council would coordinate a date after this meeting and have it relayed to the Planning Co~nission through Mr. Fleagle. 3. VACANT PERSONNEL POSITIONS Moved by Edgar, secondedoby'!Saltarelli that the City Administrator be authorized to fill three clerical positions (Secretary I in Recreation, Intermediate Typist Clerk in Police Department, and Intermediate Typist Clerk in Administration). Carried unanimously. 4. VACANT PROPERTIES In reply to Councilman Edgar, Mr. Fleagle stated that the Minnie Pearl property on Newport has been sold, and the new owner has already fenced the property and will take steps to remodel or demolish the building. In reply to Councilman Edgar's question about the disposition of the vacant gas station at E1 Camino Real and First, Mr. Rourke stated that if the Council felt that they wanted to con- sider a broader type of ordinance that could authorize the re- moval of any building, for reasons other than the safety haz- ard, that could be researched to decide what the possibilities are. Regarding the Tuscan ROom in the County area on Newport, Mr. Fleagle explained that the Planning Commission has had the same concerns about this being a blight on the community, and had directed a letter to the Director of the County Building Ser- vices Department. The response was that there is no ordinance in the County providing for anything other than annual weed abatement; they have no authority to take down signs or buildings. City Council Minutes 2/18/75 Page twelve 5. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND COMMUNITY BUILDING DEDICATION CEREMONIES On a suggestion by Councilman Edgar, the staff was directed to coordinate' the efforts of civic groups toward planning a dedication celebration for the Council Chambers and Community Building. 6. APPROVAL OF PAYMENT TO STEWART CONSTRUCTION Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar, that progress payment of $15,723.58 to J. A. Stewart Construction Company be authorized as recommended by the architect and City staff. Carried unanimous ly. 7. BLOCK PARENTS PROGRAM Mayor Saltarelli suggested endorsement of a program developed by Jim Hein and' the Police Department and members of the community called "Block Parents Program", whereby various parents on a block are designated "block parents" by a sign in their window, to aid any child in distress for whatever reason. Moved by Welsh, seconded by Edgar, that the Block Parents Program be endorsed. Councilman Sharp asked how the parents are selected. Mayor Saltarelli stated he thought they were selected through the PTO and Police Department, etc. He suggested that a summary of activities and methods of the program be supplied the Council at the next meeting. Ms. Ursula Kennedy indicated that the Police Department does a check on any parents who volunteer to be block parents. XIII. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Edgar, seconded by Sharp, that the meeting be adjourned to a Personnel Session and then to the next regularly scheduled meeting of March 3, 1975. Carried unanimously. (9:53 p.m.) CLERK