HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1973 10 15 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
October 15, 1973
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Saltarelli called the meeting to order at
7:30 p.m.
II.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE Led by Mayor Saltarelli.
III.
INVOCATION Given by Councilman Welsh.
IV.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh,
Woodruff.
Absent: Councilmen: Langley.
Others present: City Administrator Harry Gill
Asst. City Admin.-Community
Development Ken Fleagle
City Attozney James Rourke
City Clerk Ruth Poe
Secretary Jessica Carroll
V.
PUBLIC
HEARINGS~ 1. APPEAL OF USE PERMIT 73-16
(Continued from 10/1/73)
An appeal of John H. and Jeanne P. Siegel to the
Planning Commission approval of Use Permit 73-16
by ResOlution No. 1364, granted to Estate Build-
ers International, authorizing the construction
of an office and commercial complex in the Planned
communit~ ('commercial) District, located on the
Bryah, Newport, Main triangle.
Mr. Fleagle presented a background synopsis to the
Council, noting that a letter to City Council dated
October 15, 1973, had just been received from aohn
H. and Jeanne P. Siegel outlining their areas of
concern pertaining to the proposed development.
Hearing opened at 7:35 p.m.
John H. SieVel, 515 East First Street, Tustin, stated
there are four main areas of concern:
(1) ~e !necessity for the orientation of the
restaurant tO M~ain Street rather than Newport
Avenue. (No longer a concern as it will be
oriented to the center and close by 10 p.m. )
(2) The hours of operation. (Agreed to 10 p.m.
closing. )
(3) The need for the massive 35 ft. high, 80 ft.
by 92 ft., 7360 sq. ft. sun control arbor on
Main Street.
(4)The parking.
Prima. ry concern now is the size and height of the
sun control arbor and parking.
~ The number of parking spaces provided are approximately
90 short of City parking standards if properties were
developed on unrelated sites which he feel~%.wiil cause
users of the shops to park on Main Street ratherlthan
in spaces provided within the site. Also, the east
end of the center, which is designated a commerciaiI
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building, adjoins 10,000 sq. ft. of office space,
representing over 40'cars. Therefore, he questioned
definition of staff that this is a consolidated
development. It has. restaurant and shops oriented
to different streets. The developer has offered to
solve street parking by eliminating all parking on
Main Street. This is objectionable because it would
also eliminate parking on the south side of Main
Street. With the elimination of all parking on Main
Street, a difficulty.would be imposed on him because
of ~enants being forced to park in the alley, making
rental difficult. His residents do not use north
curb line of Main Street, and also park sparingly on
the south, as a matter of convenience.
With regard to the sun control arbor, he felt it is
not compatible to the site and should be eliminated
in favor of landscaping, which would create a more
favorable effect.
Mr. David Gordon, Architect, representing Estate
Builders International, stated an in depth study
of parking requirements had been completed, with the
only shortage being in the plaza area, which will
create no hardship. There are 8-10 entry ways from
the shops into the parking area. He has no objec-
tion to restricting parking on the north side of
Main Street, which would still allow parking for
Mr. Siegel's convenience on the south side.
With reference to the pergola, Mr. Gordon stated he
had heard no rational explanation of adverse effects
and, therefore, the burden of proof of such adversity
Would fall on Mr. Siegel. Pergola is 11' higher than
heights of other buildings, and furnishes shading for
glass of shop windows. This was proposed in lieu of
large revolving type of sign.
No lighting is intended for Main Street other than
medium height spread lighting in planting area,
which is close enough tO street lighting for borrowed
light.
In answer to questioning by Mayor Saltarelli, Mr. Siegel
stated that he did not think a large revolving sign
would be allowed.
There being no further comments, Mayor Saltarelli
closed the public portion of the hearing at 8:00 p.m.
During discussion of Council, it was noted that
adequate parking is provided according to commercial
needs and therefQre presents no problem as far as
City is concerned. If pergola were deleted, appli-
cant could introduce pole sign without staff con-
sultation to a 25' height, being located 60' away
from residential area, with 150 sq. ft. per side.
However, signs would be reviewed by Planning Com-
mission, which wouldn't permit an offensive sign.
In reply to a question from Councilman Sharp, Mr. Fleagle
stated there was one other property ownerr Mr. Tom Kosuth,
13461 Elizabeth Way, Tustinr who had previously expressed
concern but whose questions had been satisfactorily
answered.
Discussion then centered around the height of the
pergola with the general opinion that if the height
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of the pergola were levered, it would be more desirable
than commercial type signing to the residents of Mr.
Siegel's apartments.
Mayor Saltarelli also stated that restriction of park-
ing entryways to the west and north would allow closer
access to the shopping area. If parking access were
set forth allowing three entryways to the west and
four to the north, and pergola were lowered to 30 feet
to be compatible to the other elements of the building,
he would be willing to uphold Use Permit with these
contingencies.
In answer to Mr. Gordon's request that any modification
of pergola be specifically specified, Mr. Fleagle sug-
gested that the height not exceed that of the main
structural element of building. Mr. Fleagle explained
that Planning Commission approval must be obtained
prior to a building permit being issued. Within the
concept of the plan as presented, pergola cannot be
higher than 5 or 6 feet above main structure. Height
of the buttress is 30 f~et.
Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp that City Council
affirm findings of Planning Commission as contained
in Resolution No. 1364, with modifications to provide
not less than three entryways to the west, four to
the north, and that pergola shall not exceed maximum
height of main structural elements of structural
building. Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh,
Woodruff. Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
2. COUNCIL APPEAL - USE PERMIT 73-17
Mr. Fleagle presented a brief background, stating that
applicant has requested continuance of public hearing
on Council appeal to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of November 5, 1973, to allow time for redesign
of present plans or design of alternate plans.
Councilman Woodruff suggested that the minutes of City
Council dated October 1, 1973, concerning this appeal
were in error and should be amended.
Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Welsh that minutes of
City Council held October 1, 1973, 5e~pprovee with
:amen~en~ofPaqe 8~!!Oth. e~ ~Bu:s~e~ No.2, to read as
follows:
"Motion by Welsh, seconded by Woodruff
that City Council file an appeal of the
determination of the Planning Commission."
Carried unanimously.
Ma~orSaltareltiopened the public portion of the
hearing at 8:35 p.m.
Mr. William F. Reed, Architect for Lebanoff Development,
stated this could now be considered a one parcel
project. The question of the distance of 200'to
parking from one building isnot really critical.
However, Mr. Reed stated he is willing to work with
staff on any alternate requirements necessary to
meet L~Commission approval.
COuncil stated their concern that distance in the
front will cause people to park on the street. Also,
the problem of emergency ingress-egress within the
complex has not been resolved.
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There being no further comments, Mayor Saltarelli
closed the public portion of the hearing at 8:40 p.m.
Moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Sharp that Council
Appeal o'f Use Permit No. 73-17 be continued to the
next Council Meeting scheduled '11/5/73. Carried
unanimously.
VI.
PUBLIC
CONCERNS 1. PROPOSITION 1
A ~eport was given to City Council by Lee Podolak,
President, Tustin/Santa Ana League of Women Voters
as opponent to the proposition.
Mr. Mark JohnsOn, representing Californians for Lower
Taxes' spoke as proponent Go-the proposition.
After general duscussion and rebuttals, it was noted
that a League meeting would"~e'held next. Week concern~
ing this issue which will be aCtended by some Council
members. Therefore, it was the consensus of Council
not to take a position at this time.
2. CITIZENS FOR QUALITY LIVING - OPPOSED TO PROPOSED
IRVINE INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX ZONE CHANGE PROPOSAL
Mr. James A. Kinder, Chairman of the newly formed
Citizens for Quality Living, stated that on October
8, 1993, he appeared before the Planning Commission in
opposition to the proposed Irvine Industrial Complex
to be located behind Laurelwood and Peppertree homes.
At that meeting, he was instructed to prepare question-
naire relative to th~ Complrex.~ The questionnaire has
now been'~repar~d and delivered-to ~the City Administra-
tor's office and he would like to enter a copy of this
report and questionnaire in the record before the
Cou~i~l.
Mayor Saltarelli stated that it was-avalid argument
whether or not the proposed development would have
an adverse impact on residents in the surrounding area.
3. TEMPORARY SIGN PERMIT - WAIVER OF FEE
Mr. "Speed" Schuster, President, Tustin Chamber Of
commerce, stated that in their October 3, 1973,
Board of Directors~meeting the Board requested that
the City Council waive temporary sign permit fees
for businesses 'affected~by First Street improvements.
Mr. Flea~le responded t~at only one sudh request for
a "sandwich" type board on the property line indica-
ting "Open~fOr BusinesS'During ConStruction" had been
applied for. There is present.ly a $10.0=0 fee for a
temporary sign permit which is limited to a three-
month period but extendable under extenuating circ0_m-
stances.
Cit~ At'tOrney Rourke confirmed that an amendment to
the ordinance would be required for a waiver of the
temporary-fee.
Moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Welsh that Sign Code
provisions be amended to waive temporary sign fee
durin~ act ofCity cau~i~q disruption of the business.
Carried.'Aye~': Saltar~lli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff.
Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
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VII.
CONSENT
CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - October 1, 1973, Regular
Meeting and October 8,
1973, Special Meeting
2. RATIFICATION OF DEMANDS in amount of $131,763.78
3. DENIAL OF CLAIM OF DIXON as recommended by the
City Attorney.
Moved by WoodrUff, seconded by Welsh that Minutes
of Special Meeting of October 8, 1973, together with
Items 2 and 3 of Consent Calendar be approved.
Carried unanimously.
NOTE: Minutes Of October 1, 1973, approved as amended
under Public Hearings, No. 2.
4. TENTATIVE TRACTS 7794 and 7979 - Portion of
Laurelwood Townhomes and Patio Homes.
Approval of 18 month extensions for the above
subject to conditions as recommended by the
City Engineer and Planning Commission.
Mr. Fleagle presented background information for the
Council, indicating that Tentative Tract 7794 had
expired on July 24, 1973, and Tract 7979 expires on
December 20, 1973. The Planning Commission on October
8, recommended to the Council the 18 month extension,
subject to the conditions suggested by the City Engineer.
Replying to Councilman Woodruff ' s question, Mr. Fleagle
stated that work is progressing on the park development,
with tennis courts constructed and work in progress
on the swimming pooh. He could see no problems related
to the park.
In response to Mayor Saltarelli's question about the
status of the two vacant lots at the entranceway to
the tract, across from the model homes, Mr. Fleagle
said that lots 176 and 177 of Tentative Tract 7794
had been left vacant by the developer, which enhanced
the openness of the area for display of the models.
An understanding had been made with previous represen-
tatives of U. S. Development Corporation that these
lots could be used for community purposes such as open
space, bus stop area, or ~ecreational !site, due to
the undesirability of a building site surrounded on
' all foursides by roadways. Due to changes in person-
nel, this commitment is no longer valid.
Moved blF Woodruff, seconded by Sharp that request for
extension of Tentative Tracts 7794 and 7979 be contin-
ued to November 5, 1973, and that staff be directed to
determine the status of these two vacant lots. Carried
by roll call. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff.
Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
VIII.
ORDINANCES
FOR
ADOPTION 1. ORDINANCE NO. 599
(See next page. )
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1. ORDINANCE NO. 599
An Ordinance of the City of Tustin, California,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, ORDINANCE NO. 157, AS AMENDED, RELATIVE
TO PERMITTED USES IN PLANNED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS.
An amendment to add to Section 4.11, Ordinance
157, Permitted Uses in the Planned Industrial
Di strict:
"Administrative, professional and support
Commercial facilities subject to a Use
Permit. As a condition of the Use Permit,
assurances of parking accommodations ade-
quate for the proposed use shall be provided
the Commission."
Moved by Woodruff, secondedby Welsh, that Ordinance
No. 599 have second reading by title only. Carried
unanimous ly.
The secretary read Ordinance No. 599 by title.
Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Welsh that Ordinance
No. 599, amending/the Zoning Ordinance No. 157, as
amended, relative to permitted uses in Planned
Industrial Districts, be passed and adopted. Carried
by roll call. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Wood-
ruff. ' Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 600
An Ordinance of the City of Tustin AMENDING
CHAPTER 50F THE TUSTIN CITY CODE RELATING TO
REMOVAL OF ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED OR
INOPERATIVE VEHICLES OR PARTS THEREOF FROM PRI-
VATE~PROPERTY OR PUBLIC PROPERTY, NOT INCLUDING
HIGHWAYS AND RECOVERY OF COSTS OF ADMINISTRATION
THEREOF AS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 22660 OF THE
CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE.
Moved b~ Sharp, seconded by Welsh tha~ Ordinance No.
600 have second reading by title only. Carried
unanimous ly.
The secretary read Ordinance No. 600 by title.
Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp that Ordinance No.
600, relating to removal of abandoned, wrecked, dis-
mantled Or inoperative veh~'¢les b'e passed and adopted.
Carried by roll call~ Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp,
Welsh, Woodruff. Noes: none. Absent: none.
IX.
ORDINANCES
FOR
INTRODUCTION 1. REVISIONS OF LOCAL SALES AND USE TAX ORDINANCE
AND AGREEMENT FOR 'STATE 'ADMINISTRATION
a) ORDINANCE NO. 601
An Ordinance to AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 98
ENTITLED THE UNIFORM LOCAL SALES AND USE
TAX ORDINANCE.
b) AGREEMENT FOR STATE ADMINISTRATION OF
LOCAL SALES AND USE TAXES.
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Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Sharp that Ordinance
No. 601 have first reading by title only. Carried
unanimous ly.
The secretary read Ordinance No. 601 by title.
Moved by Woodruff, seconded 'by Sharp that Ordinance
No. 601 be introduced, and, further, that the Agree-
ment for State administration Of- local sales and us~
taxes be adopted. Carriedby roll call. Ayes:
Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff. Noes: none.
Absent: Langley. _ ~
RESOLUTIONS 1. RESOLUTION NO. 73-69
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Tustin, California, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE TUSTIN POLICE
EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER
MATTERS RELATIVE TO CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
OF POLICE EMPLOYEES.
Mr. Gill reported that a letter, dated October 15,
1973, had been received from Rodolfo Montej ano,
Counsel for the~iTustin Police Employees' Association,
relative to definitive written legal opinion from the
City AttOrney concerning the issue of overtime, and
the decision of Tustin Police Employees' Association
to forego proposed educational expense increase or
educational expense altogether, if said sums could
be applied to dependent health coverage.
Mr. Rourke Stated his opinion that the provisions
proposed in Resolution 73-69 are within the legal
requirements of the law. However, if Mr. Montejano
so desires, City Attorney will be happy to review with
him law cases which dictate a fair and equitable
conclusion.
Mr. Charles Roslen, Tustin Education Association,
speaking as an-individual, stated the empa~thy of
teachers with Tustin City employees.
Mr~ Rodolfo Monte~ano, 1212 North Broadway, Santa
Ana, COunsel for Tustin Police Employees' Association,
expressed the importance of overtime and City paid
coverage of dependent medical insurance; thereby
stating his disagreement with Reso!~tion NO. 73-69,
Paragraph 2, Items A., B., C., and D. The position
being taken by the City is that held by many other
cities until coerced by employees to alter their
position, according to Mr. Montejano. Municipal
employers should recognize this fact and act in the
best interests of their employees w~!thout each bene-
fit having to come before the governing body prior
to .its.inception. Time and one-half has been a
generally accepted practice for many, years; therefore,
there is a question of morality and equitable con-
cept involved.
It was the decision of the Council that this matter
would be taken up in a Personnel Session, with a
decision to be rendered prior to the close of
meeting.
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XI.
OLD
BUSINESS 1. ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH PLANNING' COUNCIL -
APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE
(Continued from 8/20, 9/5, 9/17 and 10/1/73.)
It was noted that the following applicants have now
placed their names for consideration by Council:
Milton Curtis, A. J. Holub, and. Virginia Osborne.
It was the decision of Council to consider this
matter during the Personnel Session, with decision
to be rendered prior to close of Councilmeeting.
2. CIVIC CENTER TELEPHONE SYSTEM
(Continued from 9/17 and 10/1/73)
Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Welsh that staff be
directed to contact=~ Pacific Telephone Company for
their study and recommendations and that matter be
continued until staff is prepared to give a report
to council. Carried unanimously.
XII.
NEW
BUSINESS 1. TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS COURT LIGHTING
a) APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH TUSTIN UNIFIED
SCHOOL DISTRICT.
b) RESOLUTION NO. 73-70
A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Tustin, California, APPROVING
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE INSTAL-
LATION OF TENNIS COURT FLOOD LIGHTING AT
TUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL AND DIRECTING THE CITY
CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS.
Mr. Gill stated City Council had previously approved
1~'~,000 for the lighting of three tennis courts at
Tustin High School. The electrical engineer has now
submitted a cost estimate of $19,000. The maintenance
issue and the estimated cost of electrical service
from the Edison Company, $126.00 per month, are yet
to be resolved with the School District.
Ma~or Sattarellinoted that the School District has
community district tax funds which have ne~er been
set aside for use for community activities. There-
fore, it would seem appropriate that Mayor and City
Council encourage School District to segregate this
fund for the specific purpose of community facilities.
Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Welsh, that agreement
with Tustin Unified School District be approved,
subject to modification drafted by City Attorney
relative to placing'maintenance and electrical service
burden upon theTustin Unified School District.
Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff.
Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp, that Resolution
No. 73-70 be read by title. Carried unanimously.
The secretary read Resolution No. 73-70 by title.
Moved by Sharp, seconded by Welsh that Resolution
No. 73-70, approving plans and specifications for
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tennis court flood lights at Tustin High School and
directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids be
passed and adopted. Carried by roll call. Ayes'?
Saltarel~i, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff. Noes: none.
Absent: Langley.
2. CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
BUDGET UTT AND MITCHELL NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
Mr. Gill reported that the initial budget for this
site was $123,000.00, but that Consuttant's current
estimate based on proposed preliminary design is
$243,027.00, an approximate 100% increase over pro-
jected figure. !
A general discussion was held concerning the possible
deletion of some amenities and the obtaining of alter-
nate bids.
'Moved b~ Woo~rUff~ seconded by Saltarelli that consider-
ation of preliminary plan and development budget be
continued to November 19, 1973, with staff directed
to go over items, point by point in workshop sessio~
with Consultant to determine where the costs are high.
Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff.
Noes: none. Absent:
3. AWARD OF CONTRACT - CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALK
AND CURB REPAIR AT MISCELLANEOUS LOCATIONS
Mr. Gill stated that bids were opened at 11:00 a.m.
October 15, 1973, for the subject project as author-
ized by the City Council at their meeting of October
1, 1973, Bids were received as follows:
Cal-State Concrete, Inc., Stanton $10,215.95
Markel Cement Contractors, Inc., Costa Mesa 11,601.00
Patco of Corona Del Mar 14,942.84
Moved by Woodruff, seconded b~ Welsh, that contract
for the construction Of sidewalk and curb repair at
miscellaneous locations in the Cit~ be awarded to
Cal-State Concrete, Inc., of Stanton, being the
lowest and best bidder in the amount of $10,215.95.
Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff.
Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
4. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION
RE: ENERGY CRISIS
General discussion was held with Council questioning
Mr. L. H. Chandler, Santa Ana-Tustln City/Area Manager
as to ability to serve community who stated it was the
opinion of Southern California Edison Company that they
could continue their service, barring any unforeseen
problems.
No action was taken.
XIII.
OTHER
BUSINESS 1. SIGN CODE ORDINANCE
Mr. Fleagle reported that a Sign Ordinance Draft will
be prepared on Monday, October 29,-with Mr. Gill recom-
mending that sign questionnaire not be mailed out at
this time, based on current progress of the sign com-
mittee.
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It was suggested that the staff contact other cities
who have used aquestionnaire. Council felt that
business land citizens both should have!opportunity
to participate.
Mayor Saltarelti appointed a committee of two from
City COuncil (hi~Se!fand Councilman Sharp) to work
with.staff and prepare proposalrobe presented at
next Council meeting November 5, 1973.
2.. ESTABLISHMENT OF CANDIDATE FILING FEE AND
CHANGE OF ELECTION DATES.
Mr. Gill stated a memo had been received from
Martin & Chapman Company, election suppliers which
contained the information that Senate Bill 230 has
changed the dateof General Law cities' general
municipal electiOnS to the first Tuesday after the
first Monday in March in each even numbered year.
Therefore, the election in 1974 will beheld on March
5.
This same memo enclosed a suggested ordinance estab-
lishing a filingLfee for candidates for elective
offices.
ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned to a Personnel Session
at 10:45 p.~m.
CALL TO ORDER Meeting reconvened at 11:35 p.m.
OLD
BUSINESS Mayor Saltarelli announced.~!the appointment of Mr.
(Continued A.J. Holub.as representative
from earlier Health Planning Council, to fill the unexpired term
in the of Mr. VerLyn Jensen which. expires on June 30, 1975,
meeting)
RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 73.69
(Continued
from earlier A Resolution ofthe CityCouncilof the City of
in the Tustin, Caiifornia, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
meeting) MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE TUSTIN POLICE
EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER
MATTERS RELATIVE TO CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT OF
POLICE EMPLOYEES.
Mayor Saltarellistated that the-additional requests
made by the Tustin Police Employees' Association had
been discussed in the Personnel Session, and that
Memorandum of Agreement sets forth thoselimatters
agreedto byCityCouncil-for.this year. Other
matters of concern are non-budgeted itemsland cannot
be considered until the next budgetary review takes
place inapproximately six months
Moved b~ Woodruff, seconded by Welsh, that Resolution
No. 73-69 be read~by title. Carried unanimously.
The secretary read Resolution No. 73-69 by title.
Moved by Woodruff, seconded by Sharp~ that Resolution
No. 73-69, authorizing execution of memorandum of
agreement with the Tustin Police Employees' Associ-
ation and providing for other matters relative to con-
ditionsof employment of police employees, be passed
and adopted,
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Mr. Montejano stated he would respond at a subsequent
date to·action of Council, but would like clarifica-
tio~ on educational reimbursement. It was pointed out
that educational reimbursement had been raised for
all City employees from $35.00 to $50.00 in June, 1973.
Motion to execute agreement carried. Ayes: Saltarelli,
Sharp, Welsh, Woodruff~ Noes: none, Absent: Langley.
OTHER
BUSINESS
(Continued) 2. TUSTIN FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION - MEMO OF AGREEMENT
Movedby Sharp, seconded by Sattarelli that City
Administrator be authorized to execute Memo of Agree-
ment with the'Tustin Firemen's Association as corrected.
Carried. Ayes: Saltarelli, Sharp, Welsh, WOodruff.
Noes: none. Absent: Langley.
3. NICKEL BUS
Mr. Gill stated the Nickel Bus Service was reported
on Channel 7 TV, plus having coverage in the Los
Angeles Times, Santa Ana Register, and Tustin News.
4. TILLER DAYS PARADE
Mr. Gill stated the Tiller Days Parade is scheduled
for Saturday, October 20, 1973. Council to call
Mr. Gill, Tuesday, October 16, with their decision
and preferences as to riding in parade in cars or
on City bus, or to sitting on the reviewing stand.
5. ASPEN MINING COMPANY
Councilman Woodruff noted that the Aspen Mining
Company is evidently planning to open for business.
Mr. Fleagle stated that they are authorized by existing
use a seating accommodation of 106 seats. They would
like to expand to 150 which is not possible without
additional parking. They will probably open within
a week or so and are still hoping to acquire Shell
Station for additional parking expansion.
6. DELETION OF SCHOOL SITE - PEPPERTREE TRACT
Councilman Welsh stated that initial direction of the
City Council was that this site be kept in reserve
and be planted and irrigated.
Mr. Fleagle stated that an analysis is presently
being made and a determination will be forthcoming
from the School District as to whether or not to
reserve this site for a school. Iif the determination
is negative, the Irvine Company must submit a pro-
posal for acreage including a park.
It was Ma~or Saltarelli's ~opinion that the Irvine
Company should follow the initial direction for
planting and irrigation.
7. RECYCLING OF NEWSPRINT
Mayor Saltarelli suggested a study be made of methods
to collect newspapers for the purpose of recycling
with possible pickup on a weekly basis.
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Councilman Sharp suggested that the ~refuse companies
look into this as a sideline. This could also give
the City a reduced rate or-keep price of pickup to
a minimum. It would necessitate~ keeping papers
separate from other trash and it was suggested they be
approached with this proposal.
8. SYCAMORE AND RED HILL.CROSSING
The Tustin Meadows Homeowners' Association is
still concerned about this crossing, and have sug-
gested the possibility of an overpass. Mr. Gill
will obtain a cost estimate from the City of Orange
for a similar overpass which they completed.
9. ORANGE COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT
The Orange County Mosquito Abatement District will
be votin~.L-~on the concept of meeting quarterly
instead of .monthly with an Executive Committee,
reporting to the Board of Directors. City Council
stated it would lend its support with the stipulation
that an election be held for the Executive Committee.
10. RAILROAD CROSSING AT RED HILL AND EDINGER
Mr. Gill stated he had written a letter to the
Santa Fe Company regarding switching and blocking
crossing. It was Mr. Rourke's suggestion that
information on timing and grade crossing be obtained
and reported to the Santa Fe Company.
11. FLAGPOLE FOR FIRE STATION NO. 2
It was decided that the flagpole would be placed
behind the curb wall.
XIV.
ADJOURNMENT Moved by Welsh, seconded by Sharp, and unanimously
carried, the meeting was adjourned at 11:59 p.m. to
Monday, November 5, 1973, at 7:30 p.m.
CLERK