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ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 91 1994
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Potts at 5:00 p.m. at the Council
Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Rev. Jan Holland, St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Jim Potts, Mayor
Thomas R. Saltarelli, Mayor Pro Tem
Leslie Anne Pontious
Charles E. Puckett
Jeffery M. Thomas
Council Absent:
None
City Clerk Wynn:
Absent
Others Present:
William A. Huston, City Manager
Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
W. Douglas Franks, Chief of Police
Robert Ledendecker, Director of Public Works
Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Rita Westfield, Asst. Dir.\Com. Development
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager
Robert Ruhl, Field Services Manager
Gary Veeh, Water Operations Manager
Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent
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Doug Anderson, Transportation Engineer
Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor
Valerie Whiteman, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Approximately 20 in the audience
PUBLIC INPUT
1. TUSTIN HIGH
SCHOOL P.R.I.D.E.
Pete Rivas, Tustin High School, reported on the formation and
activities of Tustin High School P.R.I.D.E. (Pride, Respect,
Integrity, and Discipline in Education) whose goal was school and
community safety.
Mayor Potts requested a proclamation at the February 22, 1994
Council meeting in recognition of their efforts, and noted pooling
of resources with this organization and the City's Tustin Pride
and Youth Issues Committees. Council concurred.
Council/speaker discussion followed regarding pooling resources
between Tustin High School P.R.I.D.E., Tustin Pride Committee, and
the Youth Issues Committee.
CONSENT CALENDAR (ITEMS 1 THROUGH 14)
-*Item No. 1 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Thomas.
It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Pontious, to approve the remainder of
the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 17, 1994 REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of January 17,
1994.
3. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $1,461,812.85
and ratify Payroll in the amount of $623,425.93. 380-10
360-82
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4. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 22 OF TRACT
13627
Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to execute subject Grant of
Easement as recommended by the Public Works Department/ Engineering
Division. 600-70
5. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT
NO. 14567
Recommendation: Authorize the release of the following bonds for
the indicated amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 111 2715
4000, $20,060.40; Labor and Materials Bond No. 111 2715 4000,
$10,030.20; and Monumentation Bond No. 111 2715 4018, $7,000.00 as
recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division.
600-70
6. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONDS FOR TRACT
NO. 14610
Recommendation: Authorize the release of the following bonds for
the indicated amounts: Faithful Performance Bond No. 10-96-69,
$555,000.00; Labor and Materials Bond No. 10-96-69P, $277,500.00;
and Monumentation Bond No. 10-96-68,$5,000.00 as recommended by
the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 600-70
7. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE SEVENTEENTH
STREET OVERCROSSING AT SR -55 FREEWAY
Recommendation: Approve subject agreement and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute subject agreement as recommended by the
Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 400-75
8. RESOLUTION NO. 94-21 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND
AUTHORIZING RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR PHASE III
REGIONAL TRAILS, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 86-2
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 94-21 accepting said work
and authorizing the recordation of the Notice of Completion as
recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division.
400-45
9. CLOSED SESSION ACTION - January 3, 1994
Recommendation: Receive and file action statement from City
Council Closed Session held January 3, 1994 as recommended by the
City Attorney. 420-15
10. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - JANUARY 24, 1994
All actions of the Planning Commission become final unless
appealed by the City Council or member of the public.
Recommendation: Ratify the Planning Commission Action Agenda of
January 24, 1994. 120-50
11. AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION AT
RED HILL AVENUE AND IRVINE BOULEVARD
Recommendation: Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute subject agreement as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division. 400-70
12. AWARD OF GRAFFITI REWARD
Recommendation: Award a $250.00 reward out of non -departmental
funds to an anonymous witness for her actions leading to the
issuance of citations to graffiti vandals as recommended by the
Community Development Department. 900-40 --
13. CITY ATTORNEY CHANGE OF STATUS
Recommendation: Receive and file subject memorandum from the City
Attorney. 455-95
14. INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 1993 AND DECEMBER 31, 1993
Recommendation: Receive and file subject report as recommended by
the Finance Department. 355-50
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1 - RESOLUTION NO. 94-22 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ASPHALT CONCRETE REHABILITATION AND OVERLAY
PROJECT, FY 1993-94
Councilmember Thomas questioned whether staff was coordinating the asphalt
concrete rehabilitation timeline with Caltrans' bridge construction to
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prevent excess traffic congestion in that area.
Robert Ledendecker, Director of Public Works, responded that all major
street projects were coordinated with Caltrans construction.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Saltarelli, to adopt Resolution No.
94-22 approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for
bids for subject project.
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Motion carried 5-0.
400-45
REGULAR BUSINESS (ITEMS 15 THROUGH 24)
15. CITY OF TUSTIN GENERAL PLAN REVISION AND FINAL PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Rita Westfield, Assistant Director of Community Development,
reported at the January 17, 1994 Council meeting, a Public Hearing
was conducted on the draft General Plan. After receiving public
testimony regarding inclusion of the Sphere of Influence
properties into the General Plan, Council closed the Public
Hearing. However, due to the volume of material contained in the
Draft General Plan and Final Environmental Impact Report, final
Council action was continued. She stated that an Errata to the
General Plan included recommended modifications and corrections
identified during public/staff review and issues raised by North
Tustin community interest groups. She summarized the
modifications including: commercialization of the Marine Corps
Air Station, E1 Toro; Eastern Transportation Corridor traffic; and
future annexation proposals.
It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Thomas, to adopt the
following Resolution No. 94-18 finding that the Environmental
M Impact Report (SCH #92101104) prepared for the Tustin Area General
Plan Update is adequate with the incorporation of all responses to
certifying Final Program Environmental Impact Report 94-01 and
adopting a Mitigation Monitoring Program; and adopt the following
Resolution No. 94-19 approving General Plan Amendment 94-01, with
incorporation of the Errata to General Plan documents, updating
all Elements of the Tustin Area General Plan:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT 94-01 (SCH #92101104) PREPARED FOR THE CITY OF TUSTIN
GENERAL PLAN IS ADEQUATE WITH THE INCORPORATION OF ALL RESPONSES
TO COMMENTS, CERTIFYING FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT 94-01
AND ADOPTING A MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM
RESOLUTION NO. 94-19 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 94-
01, UPDATING ALL ELEMENTS OF THE TUSTIN AREA GENERAL PLAN
Motion carried 5-0.
615-10
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of the General
Plan Revision and Final Program Environmental Impact Report:
Richard Edgar, 13622 Loretta Drive, Tustin
Mayor Potts noted that the City was not attempting to annex North
Tustin property and stressed that the City supported lower density
developments and was currently striving to reduce density in the
southwest area.
16. AWARD OF BID FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE TUSTIN SPORTS PARR
Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor, reported that staff was
recommending award of the Tustin Sports Park contract to the low
bid, E. A. Mendoza Construction, in the amount of $2,625,288.00,
which included soccer field lighting.
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli and Councilmember Puckett commended staff
for expediting construction on this project.
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It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Puckett, to award a
contract for the construction of the Tustin Sports Park to E.A.
Mendoza Contractors of Buena Park in the amount of $2,625,288.00.
Motion carried 5-0.
930-30
Councilmember Thomas thanked former Councilmember Richard Edgar
for his support on the project and commended staff on a great job.
17. SEED MONEY FOR TUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent, reported that since
Council appointment of the Tustin Community Foundation Board of
Directors in September 1993, the Foundation had been meeting
monthly to develop a mission statement and marketing plan. She
stated that on behalf of the Board, staff was requesting $5,000.00
seed money to cover expenses such as business cards, stationary,
information pamphlets and marketing tools necessary to conduct
business. Upon receipt of the money, a checking account would be
established for Foundation use.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Pontious, to appropriate
$5,000.00 as seed money for the Tustin Community Foundation.
Motion carried 5-0. 125-45
Mayor Potts requested a Tustin branch library status report.
18. BUSINESS LICENSE AMNESTY PROGRAM
Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner, reported at the January 17, 1994
Council meeting, Councilmember Thomas requested a report on the
feasibility of re -initiating a Business License Amnesty Program.
Mr. Ogdon stated that Council had previously authorized business
license amnesty programs in 1991 and 1992 waiving penalties
associated with unlicensed or delinquent businesses in the City to
encourage these businesses to voluntarily obtain their business
license without fear of prosecution or payment of past penalties.
A business license tax was imposed upon all businesses operating
in the City and the tax was generally based upon estimated gross
receipts projected annually and prorated for the period of
operation during the year. He noted that business license taxes
had not been revised since 1966 and were recognized as being the
lowest in the County. He stated that the amnesty program was a
valuable tool in continuing efforts to license all businesses in
the City and could result in a savings of several hundred dollars
to local businesses who did not know or forgot about the business
license requirement. He said that the primary focus of both the
amnesty program and staff's proactive enforcement was to ensure
that unlicensed businesses pay the City's required business
license tax. The Business License Amnesty Program would not only
capture many unlicensed businesses, but create a business license
tax awareness within the business community area and would reduce
the amount of delinquent accounts in the future.
Councilmember Thomas stated his support for this program and noted
that the business taxes had not increased since 1966 and were the
lowest in the County which provided a benefit to business owners. —
He encouraged business owners to obtain business licenses now
because the amnesty program would not be an on-going program.
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli stated he would support the amnesty
program this year only. He said that by offering an amnesty
program every year it encouraged some business owners not to pay
the business license fee; he preferred a hardship program in lieu
of the amnesty program; and he supported the amnesty program this
year due to staff's notification efforts.
Mayor Potts stated that businesses having a business license
helped to protect the consumer.
Councilmember Thomas requested that staff monitor the program and
submit results to the Council.
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It was moved by'Thomas, seconded by Pontious, that Ordinance No.
1120 have first reading by title only and introduction. Motion
carried 5-0.
The Chief Deputy City Clerk read the following Ordinance No. 1120
by title only.
ORDINANCE NO. 1120 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING A BUSINESS LICENSE AMNESTY
PROGRAM DURING THE MONTHS OF APRIL, MAY AND JUNE, 1994
19. DECLARATION OF SURPLUS 390-35
20.
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, reported that the
remaining furniture at the 15222 Del Amo facility was in excess of
-any relocation and redesign needs for the Civic Center expansion
project. She stated the furniture recommended to be declared
surplus was in poor condition, did not conform with the interior
design of the Civic Center and could not be easily retrofitted or
refurbished for other City use.
It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Saltarelli, to declare the
furniture/equipment detailed in the report and not required for
public use as surplus and authorize the City's purchasing agent to
dispose of the items in accordance with Ordinance No. 871.
Motion carried 5-0.
REQUEST THAT TUSTIN JOIN IN AN AMICI CURIAE BRIEF
Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney, reported that the City had
received a request to join in an amici curiae ("friend of the
court") brief in support of the position of cities and fire
.districts regarding the attempts of some counties to preempt the
providing of ambulance services county -wide through a contract
between the county and a private ambulance company. She said the
League of Cities' Legal Advocacy Committee had reviewed this
matter and recommended that cities join the brief.
It was moved by Saltarelli, seconded by Thomas, that the City join
in the amici curiae brief.
Motion carried 5-0.
21. AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE CONCERNING DOGS IN PARKS
240-50
Randy Westrick, Recreation Supervisor, reported that staff had
received a letter from a Tustin Sports Park neighbor regarding the
prohibition of dogs in parks. The letter requested removing the
prohibition based on two concerns: many residents in the City
lived in apartments and condominiums without yards and without
places to walk their dogs; and people felt safer if they walked
with their dog. He stated that confusion existed regarding
allowing dogs in parks because City parks were posted prohibiting
dogs; however, the Municipal Code stated that anyone in charge of
a dog in a park must clean up after the dog and maintain it on a
leash. He said the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the
matter, received public input, and recommended an ordinance
allowing dogs in parks under specific conditions.
Council discussion followed regarding ordinance enforcement.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Puckett, that Ordinance No.
1121 have first reading by title only and introduction. Motion
carried 5-0.
The Chief Deputy City Clerk read the following Ordinance No. 1121
by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 1121 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SPECIFIED SECTIONS OF THE TUSTIN
CITY CODE TO PERMIT DOGS IN PARKS UNDER SPECIFIED CONDITIONS
920-05
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22. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI) APPLICATION FOR PUBLIC
BENEFIT TRANSFER - COUNTY OF ORANGE (URBAN REGIONAL PARR)
Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner, reported the Marine Corps Air Station,
Tustin was scheduled to close by July 1997, and in compliance with
federal base closure law, the U.S. Navy had recently begun the
process of advertising the property for future conveyance to
military branches, federal agencies, and state and local entities.
In October 1993, the City and County of Orange responded to the
Navy's state and local screening effort by indicating a wide range
of potential future interest in property and facilities on the
base. He stated that in order to offset competition or
conflicting applications, staff met with the County to discuss the
County acquiring land for Urban/Regional park usage and preserving
the blimp hangars. By working together in the application
process, both County and City staff had agreed that an 88 -acre
site would be an acceptable park site and 30 -acres would be
acquired by the City for reuse as a City community park. He said
the Parks and Recreation Commission had reviewed the County and
City proposals and recommended support of both applications.
Council/staff. discussion followed regarding County of Orange
maintenance and operation of regional parks; blimp hangar
maintenance; acquisition timeline of the park site; phased
physical improvements of the proposed park; and development of a
public golf course and small parks on the site.
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli stated his support of the open space and
development of a park site on the base; however, he voiced concern
regarding the financial burden on the County of Orange for
maintaining the blimp hangars. He said that the cost of the
hangar maintenance would be substantial and in order to upkeep the
hangars, the remainder of the park site could fall in disrepair.
He requested staff meet with the County to develop a memorandum of
understanding regarding maintenance of the park and blimp hangars.
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, responded that the
Environmental Impact Report would address mitigation measures in
the event the blimp hangars could not be maintained and she said
the U.S. Navy supported preserving one hanger on the land and
offered suggestions for possible commercial uses to help pay for
maintenance costs.
Councilmember Thomas also stated his concern regarding upkeep of
the blimp hangars in the event the County could not financially
maintain them; and he stated his opposition to using the base as
a possible jail site.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding Base Closure Task
Force committee making a recommendation regarding the jail site
issue; public benefit transfers; and a memorandum of understanding
with the County regarding the park and land use plan.
Councilmember Pontious noted a recent tour of closed military land
in Northern California that the National Park Service had acquired
and various commercial uses of the land which had generated enough
revenue to upgrade the existing facilities. She said there was
strong community support to maintain the blimp hangars as part of
the City's historical background.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the structural
analysis; fire safety; and relevant issues of concession operation
in the hangars.
Councilmember Puckett noted a recent Harbors, Beaches, and Parks
Commission meeting he attended and the County's presentation
regarding the regional park and blimp hangars on the base and
available revenue sources and maintenance costs.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding regional park law
enforcement.
It was moved by Potts, seconded by Thomas, to adopt the following
Resolution No. 94-20 supporting an application to the U.S.
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Department of the Interior by the County of Orange for the public
benefit transfer of surplus federal real property (MCAS -Tustin)
for use as an Urban/Regional Park:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-20 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION BY THE
COUNTY OF ORANGE TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR FOR THE
PUBLIC BENEFIT TRANSFER OF SURPLUS FEDERAL REAL PROPERTY FOR
PARKS/RECREATIONAL USE
Motion carried 5-0.
150-50
23. TRAFFIC STUDY AT THE INTERSECTION OF EL CAMINO REAL AND ORANGE
STREET
=.Doug Anderson, Transportation Engineer, reported at the November
15, 1993 Council meeting, Mayor Potts expressed concern regarding
school children crossing El Camino Real at Orange Street without
a crosswalk at the intersection. A traffic study of the subject
intersection was conducted revealing that due to vehicular traffic
and pedestrian activity at the location, traffic signal warrants
had been satisfied. However, this did not necessarily justify the
installation of a traffic signal at this location. The study
revealed a large number of Tustin High School students did not
cross at the signalized intersections of E1 Camino Real/Newport
Avenue or E1 Camino Real/Red Hill Avenue, but randomly crossed El
Camino Real at a diagonal angle during gaps in vehicular traffic.
He stated that due to the street crossing characteristics of the
students at the subject location, there was no guarantee that the
installation of a traffic signal at the, subject intersection would
cause a modification of this behavior. He said staff considered
installation of a flashing yellow/red beacon with marked
crosswalks at this location; however, it was determined that the
installation of a yellow or red beacon would not be appropriate
with marked crosswalks. He stated that the traffic study results
had been discussed with the Tustin Police Department, Tustin
Unified School District, and Tustin High School, and the high
school indicated that they routinely advised students to cross El
Camino Real at the signalized intersection.
Mayor Potts clarified that he had been contacted by two citizens
concerned for the safety of students crossing the street without
a crosswalk; and he noted the significant costs for installation
of a traffic signal at the subject intersection.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the variance between
warrant study and staff recommendation; cost of signal/crosswalk
installation; number of accidents at the subject intersection;
reviewing this issue during the 1994-95 budget; installation of
flashing yellow beacon; liability issue if warrant study findings
were not followed; staff's recommendation that if marked
crosswalks were installed it should be in conjunction with the
installation of a traffic signal; Tustin High School policy of
encouraging students to cross at E1 Camino Real and Newport
Avenue; additional police enforcement in the subject area; and
various mitigation measures to prevent pedestrians crossing at E1
Camino Real and Orange Street.
on" It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Puckett, to consider
expenditure for traffic signal and crosswalk at the intersection
of E1 Camino Real and Orange Street during the 1994-95 budget
review.
Motion carried 5-0.
760-70
24. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PREPARATION OF A COMPUTER-
BASED MAPPING SYSTEM FOR THE TUSTIN WATER SERVICE AREA
William Huston, City Manager, reported that for this type of
engineering service, state law required that Request for Proposals
ask for a statement of qualifications from potential firms, but
could not request bid prices. He stated the bid price could only
be negotiated after selection of a firm.
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It was moved by Thomas seconded by Pontious, to authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Professional Services Agreement
with KHR Associates for preparation of a computer-based mapping
system for the Tustin Water Service area, pending City Attorney
,approval.
Motion carried 5-0. 400-10
PUBLIC INPUT
1. BUSINESS SIGNS ON 17TH STREET PARKWAYS
Richard Edgar, 13622 Loretta Drive, Tustin, reported business
promotional signs on 17th Street parkways.
Mayor Potts responded that staff contact business owners and offer
suggestions to increase business activity without using street
parkways to post promotional signs.
William Huston, City Manager, noted that the signs were posted on
the weekends when staff was unavailable to enforce violations. He
said that staff worked periodically on the weekends; however, the
City was sensitive to the economic conditions and businesses
struggling to attract customers.
OTHER BUSINESS
1. TRASH RECEPTACLE SCAVENGING
Councilmember Pontious reported the Tustin Pride Committee
expressed concern with debris caused from scavenging in trash
receptacles for recyclable items and requested staff submit
information on County ordinances pertaining to scavenging.
2. PROCLAMATION REQUEST - SOCAL WATER POLO TEAM
Councilmember Pontious reported the local Socal Water Polo team
had successfully competed in the Water Polo Championship in
Chicago and requested a proclamation to honor their achievement.
3. COOPERATIVE PLANNING - TUSTIN SPORTS PARK
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli requested staff submit a progress report
on cooperative planning with Tustin Unified School District
regarding the Sports Park and the adjacent proposed elementary
school site boundaries, landscaping, and maintenance.
4. SCHOOL BOUNDARY REALIGNMENT
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli noted that Tustin Unified School District
was in the process of realigning school boundaries and he
encouraged residents to provide their input and the school
district to listen to citizen input.
5. COMMENDATION - IRVINE/TUSTIN CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli commended the Irvine City Council for
their courage in proceeding with planning of recreational
facilities and not letting input from residents concerned about
gang activity alter their plans; and he commended the Tustin City
Council and staff for aggressively pursuing construction of the
Sports Park.
6. COUNCIL GOAL -SETTING MEETING
Councilmember Thomas requested agendizing a date for the annual
Council goal setting meeting.
Councilmember Pontious suggested conducting the goal setting
session with the budget workshops.
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7. TUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Councilmember Thomas noted a February 15, 1994 meeting of the
Community Foundation Board of Directors, noted the exceptional
skills on the Board and invited the public to attend the meetings.
S. GENERAL PLAN
,N"" Councilmember Thomas commended staff on the excellent General Plan
document.
9. HAPPY BIRTHDAY - LISA THOMAS
Councilmember Thomas wished his wife, Lisa, a belated happy
birthday.
10. TUSTIN WEEKLY ARTICLE - POLICE CHIEF FRANKS/POLICE DEPARTMENTIS
CITIZEN ACADEMY
Councilmember Puckett noted the recent article in the Tustin
Weekly featuring Police Chief Franks, and reported on the Police
Department's citizen academy.
11. ANNUAL POLICE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
Mayor Potts suggested the police department hold an annual open
house.
12. SWIMMING POOL - MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, TUSTIN REUSE PLAN
Mayor Potts reported concern raised at the Youth Issues Committee
meeting regarding lack of available hours for youth activities at
Tustin Unified School District swimming pools, and noted the
possibility of a City community pool in conjunction with Marine
Corps Air Station, Tustin, reuse plan.
CLOSED SESSION - None
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Potts adjourned the meeting at 6:40 p.m. The next regular meeting
of the City Council was scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 1994, 7:00
p.m., at the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way.
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