HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 1994 01 03MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
JANUARY 3, 1994
I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Potts at 7:00 p.m. at the
Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Puckett.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Rev. McCready Johnston, Church of the
New Covenant.
III. 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: Mary E. Wynn
Others Present: William A. Huston, City Manager
James G. Rourke, City Attorney
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
Fred Wakefield, Police Captain
Robert Ledendecker, Director of Public Works
Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director
Rick Brown, Building Official
Rick Zimmer, Redevelopment Program Manager
Dan Fox, Senior Planner
Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner
Robert Ruhl, Field Services Manager
Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent
Sara Pashalides, Associate Planner
Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner
Valerie Whiteman, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Approximately 15 in the audience
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 93-177 (PHILIP BETTENCOURT)
Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner, reported the applicant was
proposing to subdivide the subject 5 -acre property into two
parcels creating one 2.72 -acre parcel and one 2.21 -acre
parcel. He summarized the project including: 226 parking
spaces were provided; parking was common area for all
buildings; no new development was proposed for the site; and
the proposed subdivision was consistent with development
standards of the Irvine Industrial Complex, Tustin Municipal
Code, Subdivision Ordinance and the Subdivision Map Act. He
stated that the applicant had notified staff today that the
property owner had requested common area parking be
eliminated; however, staff believed elimination of this
condition would create parking confusion. He noted that
objections to the common area parking had not been raised
during the Planning Commission Public Hearing.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding development
standards prohibited construction of a fence in the parking
area.
Mayor Potts opened the Public Hearing at 7:03 p.m.
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of
approving Tentative Parcel Map 93-177 and elimination of
common area parking:
Philip Bettencourt, applicant
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, summarized
possible options: deleting the common area parking
requirement; approving common area parking; and modifying the
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 2, 1-3-94
requirement to allow common parking adjacent to the reciprocal
driveway.
Council/staff/speaker discussion followed regarding the time
delay involved if this item was referred back to the Planning
Commission for review; and the applicant's financial time
constraints.
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli stated that if the common area
parking requirement was deleted, each parcel could install
parking signs and enforce parking along the buildings. He
said he supported retaining the reciprocal driveway and
deletion of the common area parking requirement.
There were no other speakers on the subject and the Public
Hearing was closed at 7:12 p.m.
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated that if
the Council wished to eliminate the common area parking
requirement the Condition of Approval would be modified.
It was moved by Thomas seconded by Puckett, to approve
Tentative Parcel Map 93-177 by adopting the following
Resolution No. 94-2 as modified to eliminate the common area
parking requirement:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-2 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
93-177
Motion carried 5-0. 600-45
2. ZONE CHANGE 93-002 (CALIFORNIA PACIFIC HOMES)
Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner, reported the applicant was
proposing an amendment to the East Tustin Specific Plan to
increase the maximum allowable height of open trellis and beam
construction for patio structures from 7 1/2 feet to 12 feet.
This height was consistent with the maximum height currently
specified in the Specific Plan for detached accessory
structures. He noted the proposed amendments also included
minor clarification to certain street names identified in the
East Tustin Specific Plan. He stated the applicant was
requesting the height increase due to homes in East Tustin
containing 8 foot doors leading to side yards.
Mayor Potts opened the Public Hearing at 7:16 p.m. There were
no speakers on the subject and the Public Hearing was closed.
It was moved by Thomas seconded by Pontious,; to.approve.the
Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the
following Resolution No. 94-1:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-1 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN (FINAL
EIR 85-2, AS MODIFIED BY SUBSEQUENTLY ADOPTED SUPPLEMENTS AND
ADDENDA) IS ADEQUATE TO SERVE AS THE PROGRAM EIR FOR ZONE
CHANGE 93-002 AND ALL FEASIBLE MITIGATION MEASURES HAVE BEEN
INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
Motion carried 5-0.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Pontious, that Ordinance
No. 1118 have first reading by title only. Motion carried 5-0.
Following first reading by title only of Ordinance No. 1118
by the City Clerk, it was moved by Thomas seconded by
Pontious, that the following Ordinance No. 1118 be introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 1118 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 93-002 TO
AMEND THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 3, 1-3-94
ALLOWABLE HEIGHT OF OPEN TRELLIS AND BEAM CONSTRUCTION IN SIDE
YARDS FROM SEVEN AND ONE HALF (7-1/2) FEET TO TWELVE (12)
FEET, AND TO PROVIDE UPDATED STREET NAMES IN SECTION 3.5.G OF
THE SPECIFIC PLAN
Motion carried 5-0.
`610-60
3. AMENDMENT TO VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 13733 (CALIFORNIA
PACIFIC HOMES)
Dan Fox, Senior Planner, reported the Orange County Fire
Department had required traffic signal pre-emption systems at
the intersection of Irvine Boulevard and Robinson Drive. He
stated the City had taken a position that emergency vehicle
traffic signal pre-emption was not essential for the safety
and welfare of the City and therefore the applicant was
requesting elimination of the pre-emption system requirement.
Staff had contacted the Orange County Fire Department
regarding elimination of the pre-emption system and the Fire
Department supported elimination of the traffic pre-emption
device at this intersection.
Mayor Potts opened the Public Hearing at 7:20 p.m. There were
no speakers on the subject and the Public Hearing was closed.
It was moved by Thomas seconded by Pontious, to approve the
Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the
following Resolution No. 94-3; and approve Amendment to
Vesting Tentative Tract Map 13733 by adopting the following
Resolution No. 94-4:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-3 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN (FINAL
EIR 85-2, AS MODIFIED BY SUBSEQUENTLY ADOPTED SUPPLEMENTS AND
ADDENDA) IS ADEQUATE TO SERVE AS THE PROGRAM EIR FOR AMENDMENT
TO VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 13733 AND ALL FEASIBLE
MITIGATION MEASURES HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-4 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT TO VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 13733
Motion carried 5-0. 600-70
4. VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 14797 (CALIFORNIA PACIFIC HOMES)
Sara Pashalides, Associate Planner, reported that the
applicant was proposing subdivision of 26 acres of land for
development of 88 detached patio homes. She stated that an
additional tentative tract map would be proposed at a later
date to accommodate an additional 36 detached condominiums on
the western edge of the site. This site contained coastal
sage scrub and as a result of the recent listing of the
California gnatcatcher as a threatened species by the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), no coastal sage scrub may
be removed unless approval was granted by the USFWS. She said
development of the additional 36 units would require removal
of coastal sage scrub due to the Orange County Fire
Department's required fuel modification zone adjacent to these
units. She explained that because of the coastal sage scrub
and California gnatcatcher, the proposed development contained
vacant pads which would serve as a fuel modification area and
did not require removal of the coastal sage scrub. She
summarized the proposed development including density;
grading; design; and color.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding anticipated
timeline approval for the additional 36 units; alternative
landscaping requirements if the additional unit development
was not approved; and area fire safety.
Mayor Potts opened the Public Hearing at 7:25 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 4, 1-3-94
The following member of the audience spoke in favor of Vesting
Tentative Tract Map 14797 and anticipated development timeline
for the additional 36 units:
Bill Moorhous, California Pacific Homes
There were no other speakers on the subject and the Public
Hearing was closed at 7:26 p.m.
It was moved by Puckett seconded by Thomas, to approve the
Environmental Determination for the project by adopting the
following Resolution No. 94-5; and approve Vesting Tentative
Tract Map 14797 by adopting the following Resolution No. 94-6:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-5 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN (FINAL
EIR 85-2, AS MODIFIED BY SUBSEQUENTLY ADOPTED SUPPLEMENTS AND
ADDENDA) IS ADEQUATE TO SERVE AS THE PROGRAM EIR FOR VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14797 AND ALL FEASIBLE MITIGATION
MEASURES HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-6 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP NO. 14797
Motion carried 5-0. 600-70
5. APPEAL OF SIGN PERMIT, BILLBOARD SIGN AT 1782 NISSON ROAD (3M
NATIONAL)
Dan Fox, Senior Planner, reported that on August 5, 1993,
staff was notified of billboard construction at 1782 Nisson
Road without sign, building, or electrical permits. On August
16, 1993, staff issued a Notice and Order informing the
property owner and the advertising company they were in
violation of the Uniform Administrative Code and the Tustin
Sign Code for failure to obtain building, electrical, and sign
permits. He stated that on October 25, 1993, the Building
Board of Appeals conducted a public hearing to consider an
appeal filed by 3M National; however, a representative from
3M National did not attend the hearing. The Building Board
of Appeals determined that the subject sign had been erected
and/or modified in violation of Tustin City Code Sections
9403(a), 9404al(k), and 9405(e), and Uniform Administrative
Code Section 301(a) He said the appellant filed an appeal
of the Building Board of Appeals' action related to City Code-
sections regarding failure to obtain a sign permit, prohibited
signs, and nonconforming signs.
Mayor Potts opened the Public Hearing at 7:32 p.m.
The following members of the audience spoke in support of
Appeal of Sign Permit, Billboard Sign at 1782 Nisson Road:
Gary Mobley, 5 Park Plaza #800, Irvine (submitted
information for the record)
Edward Neal, 3M National Advertising Co.
The following member of the audience spoke in opposition to
Appeal of Sign Permit, Billboard Sign at 1782 Nisson Road:
William Stracker, Board of Appeals
There were no other speakers on the subject and the Public
Hearing was closed at 7:41 p.m.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding admittance of
witness statements into the administrative record.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 5, 1-3-94
James Rourke, City Attorney, stated that the applicant was
required to obtain a building permit; the applicant had
admitted that a Caltrans permit was never obtained; and the
City's inability to issue a permit to the applicant.
It was moved by Pontious seconded by Thomas, to adopt the
following Resolution No. 94-13 upholding the decision of the
Building Board of Appeals' determination that 3M National
Advertising is in violation of City Code Section 9403(a) for
failure to obtain a sign permit for the billboard sign
constructed at 1782 Nisson Road:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-13 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE
BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS DETERMINING THAT 3M NATIONAL
ADVERTISING IS IN VIOLATION OF CITY CODE SECTION 9403(a) FOR
FAILURE TO OBTAIN A SIGN PERMIT, SECTION 9404a1(k) RELATED TO
PROHIBITED SIGNS AND SECTION 9405(e) RELATED TO THE EXPANSION
OF A NONCONFORMING SIGN FOR THE BILLBOARD SIGN CONSTRUCTED AT
1782 NISSON ROAD, TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
Motion carried 5-0.
V. PUBLIC INPUT - None
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Puckett seconded by Thomas, to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 6, 1993 REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve the City Council Minutes of
December 6, 1993.
2. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of
$2,294,177.89 and ratify Payroll in the amount of
$619,354.37. 380-10
360-82
3. REJECTION OF CLAIM NO. 93-56 - CLAIMANT, STEVEN REDPATH; DATE
OF LOSS, 11-3-93; DATE FILED WITH -CITY, 11/16/93
Recommendation: Reject subject claim for property damage
in the amount of $173.92 as recommended by the City
Attorney. 180-10
4. CLOSED SESSION ACTION - November 15 and December 6, 1993
Recommendation: Receive and file action statements from
City Council Closed Sessions held November 15 and December
6, 1993 as recommended by the City Attorney. 420-15
5. RESOLUTION NO. 94-7 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 92-231
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 94-7 approving Final
Parcel Map 92-231 as recommended by the Community
Development Department. 600-45
6. RESOLUTION NO. 94-12 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND
AUTHORIZING RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT EVIDENCE
ENCLOSURE STRUCTURE
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 94-12 accepting said
public improvements and authorizing the recordation of the
Notice of Completion as recommended by the Public Works
Department/Engineering Division. 910-20
7. RESOLUTION NO. 94-10 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR SIDEWALK AND ACCESS RAMP, MYFORD ROAD, SB 821 PROJECT,
1993-94 FY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 94-10 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. 400-45
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 6, 1-3-94
VII. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION - None
VIII. ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION - None
Ig. OLD BUSINESS None
X. NEW BUSINESS
1. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION APPLICATION FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT
TRANSFER OF SURPLUS FEDERAL REAL PROPERTY
Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner, reported that Marine Corps Air
Station, Tustin, was scheduled to close in 1997, and in
compliance with federal base closure law, the Navy had
initiated the process of advertising the property for future
conveyance to military branches, federal agencies, and state
and local entities. In October 1993, the City forwarded a
letter of interest to the Navy by indicating a wide range of
potential future interest in property and facilities at the
base. He stated that in response to the City's letter of
interest, the Department of Education requested that a formal
application be submitted detailing the City's interest in
future educational reuses of the property and identifying the
specific public benefit which would occur from the transfer.
However, due to the short response time afforded by the
Department of Education, staff forwarded the application
without a resolution required to indicate City Council support
for the request. He said the City had requested transfer of
two child development centers intended to replace, relocate,
or expand the City's child care facilities. He stated that
Resolution No. 94-8 would be forwarded to the Department of
Education upon Council approval.
Councilmember Pontious stated that she had toured the base's
child care facility and the City's acquisition of the facility
would be a tremendous asset to the community.
It was moved by Pontious seconded by Puckett, to adopt the
following Resolution No. 94-8 approving an application to the
U.S. Department of Education for the public benefit transfer
of surplus Federal real property (MCAS, Tustin) for
educational use by the City:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-8 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT TRANSFER
OF SURPLUS FEDERAL REAL- PROPERTY FOR EDUCATION USE BY THE CITY
Motion carried 5-0. 150-50
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated that
staff would be submitting additional federal screening
requests at future Council meetings.
2. MONTHLY MEETINGS REQUESTED AT CITY FACILITIES BY T.E.A.M.
(TUSTIN EFFECTIVE APARTMENT MANAGERS)
Councilmember Thomas said that several members of Tustin
Effective Apartment Managers requested this item be continued
for a month.
It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Puckett, to continue this
item to the February 7, 1994 Council meeting.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. POLICE UNIT VIDEOTAPE CAMERAS
900-20
Mayor Potts requested this item be agendized as an emergency
matter. He stated that with the recent murders of several
Southern California on -duty police officers, he believed that
police unit video cameras must be installed in all City police
units for police and public safety. The cameras would provide
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 7, 1-3-94
valuable descriptions and information on all vehicles and
individuals stopped by the police. He said the police
department had studied the effectiveness of video cameras, and
the cameras could be purchased from asset forfeiture funds.
James Rourke, City Attorney, stated that agendizing this item
required a 4/5 vote by Council.
.,
It was moved by Potts seconded by Saltarelli, to agendize
this item.
Motion carried 5-0.
William Huston, City Manager, clarified that the funds were
available in asset forfeiture and had been earmarked for the
purchase of police unit video cameras in the mid -year budget.
Mayor Potts reiterated that the police unit video cameras
would provide police and public safety.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the asset
forfeiture fund balance; asset seizure controversy; video
camera life span; and video camera assets and limitations.
It was moved by Potts seconded by Saltarelli, to authorize
allocation of asset forfeiture funds not to exceed $100,000.00
to purchase 20 police unit video cameras.
Motion carried 5-0.
XI. REPORTS
1.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA - DECEMBER 13, 1993
It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Puckett, to ratify the
Planning Commission Action Agenda of December 13, 1993.
Motion carried 5-0. 120-50
2.
INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF OCTOBER 310 1993
It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Puckett, to receive
and file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0. 355-50
3.
1993-94 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS SCHEDULE/STATUS REPORT
QUARTERLY UPDATE (FIRST QUARTER)
It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Puckett, to receive
and file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0.
730-90
4.
MEASURE "M" TURN BACK ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM
It was moved by Saltarelli seconded by Puckett, to receive
and file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0. 750-20
S.
PROJECT FUNDING FOR AB 2766 PROGRAM
Dana Ogdon, Senior Planner, reported that AB 2766 authorized
the collection of a motor vehicle registration fee to finance
the implementation of transportation measures in the Air
Quality Management Plan (AQMP). In June 1991, Council
authorized participation and since that time, had approved two
programs utilizing those funds, the conversion of a fleet
vehicle in the public works department to propane fuel, and
development of an Air Quality Element in the City's General
Plan. He stated that this year staff recommended that Council
authorize a comprehensive approach to spending AB 2766 funds
on an annual basis and he summarized the proposed program
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 8, 1-3-94
including: funding of the City's Employee Transportation
Coordinator (ETC) salary; implementation of Regulation XV
(Rideshare) program; required annual ETC training; Commuter
Rail Grant proposal; and the Transit Capital Improvement Grant
which required local jurisdictions to provide a 50 percent
funding match for the total cost of the program. He stated
that AB 2766 funds could be used as a portion of the City's
match if committed only for that purpose; all other matching
funds would be provided by other grants such as the
Transportation Demand Management, General Fund Capital
Improvement Program, Measure "M", and other sources. He said
that staff recommended Council approve the proposed AB 2766
Program to off -set costs associated with development of air
quality related programs to reduce vehicle emissions in the
City.
Council/staff discussion followed regarding the proposed
funding expenditure.
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager, stated that AB
2766 funds could be used as a portion of the City's funding
match if the funds were formally committed by the City for the
Commuter Rail Station or any transportation program qualifying
under the Air Quality/Rideshare program.
It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Thomas, to approve and
authorize the use of City AB 2766 funds to offset costs
associated with development of an Air Quality/Rideshare
program to reduce vehicle emissions with the City; and
authorize the City Manager to approve additional AB 2766
expenditures, consistent with Air Quality Management District
guidance, throughout the 1993-94 program year.
Motion carried 5-0.
6. TUSTIN SPORTS PARR DESIGN UPDATE
235-05
It was moved by Pontious, seconded by Puckett, to receive and
file subject report.
930-30
Motion carried 5-0.
7. CITIZEN CONCERN REGARDING TRAFFIC OPERATIONS AT TUSTIN RANCH
ROAD AND IRVINE BOULEVARD
It was moved by Pontious seconded by Puckett, to receive and
file subject report.
760-70
Motion carried 5-0.
S. STATUS UPDATE - TRAFFIC STUDY AT THE INTERSECTION OF EL CAMINO
REAL AND ORANGE STREET
It was moved by Pontious, seconded by Puckett, to receive and
file subject report.
Motion carried 5-0. 760-70
9. ORANGE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT REGARDING WILDLAND/URBAN
INTERFACE AREAS IN TUSTIN RANCH
Rick Brown, Building Official, reported that at the December
6, 1993 Council meeting, Councilmember Thomas requested a
report from the Orange County Fire Department regarding the
fire risks of the Wildland/Urban interface areas adjacent to
Tustin Ranch. He introduced Page Dougherty, Orange County
Fire Department, who reported on life/property safety issues
in the area.
Page Dougherty, Senior Fire Safety Specialist, reported fire
safety recommendations within 100 feet of the interface line
in Tustin Ranch including: the area must be maintained clear
of combustible vegetation; removal of dead/dying eucalyptus
trees; living eucalyptus trees trimmed from the bottom of the
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 9, 1-3-94
tree to a minimum of 20 percent of the tree height; and living
eucalyptus trees within 10 feet of any structure must be
trimmed back at the property line.
Council/speaker discussion followed regarding the Fire Code
100 -foot measurement area; property- owners' fire safety
responsibility; Orange County Fire Department working in
conjunction with staff and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
�..., regarding effects of coastal sage brush clearing on endangered
species; and implementation of the Fire Department -'s
recommendations.
It was moved by Potts seconded by Thomas, to receive and file
subject report.
Motion carried 5-0.
SII. PUBLIC INPUT - None 260-70
XIII. OTHER BUSINESS
I. INTERNATIONAL HEALTHY CITIES CONFERENCE
Councilmember Pontious reported on her attendance at the
"International Healthy Cities Conference" in San Francisco and
stated the conference was very informative and inspirational.
2. HAPPY NEW YEAR
Mayor Pro Tem Saltarelli and Councilmember Puckett wished
everyone a happy new year.
3. TOWN HALL MEETING - JANUARY 11, 1994
Councilmember Thomas noted the Town Hall meeting was scheduled
for January 11, 1994, at the Tustin Meadows West Clubhouse.
Councilmember Pontious requested background information on the
commuter rail platform and an update report on the Marine
Corps Air Station, Tustin closure be presented at the meeting.
4. AGENDIZING 1996 MUNICIPAL ELECTION DATE
Councilmember Thomas requested agendizing changing of the 1996
municipal election date.
S. "SERIOUS HABITUAL OFFENDER" PROGRAM
Councilmember Thomas noted the City of Oxnard had a "Serious
Habitual Offender" program to combat crime and requested City
implement a comparable program to increase citizen safety in
1994.
6. TUSTIN CHEVROLET, K -MART, AND MICRO CENTER
Councilmember Puckett noted three new businesses in Tustin:
Tustin Chevrolet, K -Mart, and Micro Center, and wished them
PWAW and all businesses a successful new year
7. SCHEDULE FUTURE TOWN HALL MEETING DATES
Councilmember Puckett requested future Town Hall meeting dates
be scheduled to avoid conflict with homeowner association
meetings.
S. CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING PROGRAM
Mayor Potts stated he would donate his live Christmas tree to
the City and requested information on a City tree recycling
program.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 10, 1-3-94
9. BUSINESS LICENSE - FARM BUREAU
Mayor Potts requested the Farm Bureau be required to have a
business license, not Farmer's Market individual vendors.
William Huston, City Manager, stated staff would submit a
report.
10. POLICE DEPARTMENT ENFORCEMENT/ SENIOR HOUSING - MYRTLE 'AVENUE
Mayor Potts requested increased police department enforcement
in the Myrtle Avenue area; and suggested senior housing in
that area.
11. PUBLIC HEARING FEE - 99 CENT STORE
Mayor Potts reported the 99 Cent store owner wanted to sell I
public hearing fee was required. He
dry goods but a $650.00 p \
requested staff submit a report regarding fee waiver upon
reaching a certain level of sales tax revenue.
12. POLICE COMPUTERATED DISPATCH SYSTEM/MULTI DATA TERMINALS
Mayor Potts requested an informational staff report on police
computerated dispatch system and police unit Multi Data
Terminals.
XIV. CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Potts announced the City Council would recess to Closed
Session to meet with its designated representatives regarding
labor relations matters pursuant to Government Code Section
54967.6; and pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give
instruction to the City's negotiator regarding negotiations with
D. & D. Development and Advance Real Estate Services concerning
the purchase of the real property located at 14482-14492 Newport
Avenue, Tustin; and pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to
give instruction to the City's negotiator regarding negotiations
with Case -Swayne Company, Inc. concerning the purchase of the real
property located at 1021 Edinger Avenue, Tustin.
XV. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Potts adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m. in memory of
Manhattan Beach Police Officer Martin Ganz. The City Council had
scheduled a Town Hall meeting on January 11, 1994, 7:00 p.m., at
the Tustin Meadows West Clubhouse, 14702 Devonshire Avenue,
Tustin; and the next regular meeting of the city at Council
Council
scheduled for Monday, January 17, 1994, 7:00 p.m.,
Chambers, 300 Centennial Way.
y,' MAYOR
MARY E. NN, CI CLERK