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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES 02-01-88MINUTES OF A REGULAR GETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ll~STIN, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 1, 1988 II. III. IV. CA~.L TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF A~.LEGIAd~CE/INVO~TION The meeting was called to order by Mayor Edgar at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Prescott, and the Invocation was given by Mayor Edgar. ROLL CALL Councilpersons Present: Councilpersons Absent: Others Present: Richard B. Edgar, Mayor Ursula E. Kennedy, Mayor Pro Tem Ronald B. Hoesterey John Kelly Earl J. Prescott None William A. Huston, City Manager James G. Rourke, City Attorney Mary E. WYnn, City Clerk Charles R..Thayer, Chie~ of Police Robert S. Ledendecker, Dir. of Public Works Royleen A. White, Dir. of Com. & Admin. Srvcs. Ronald A. Nault, Finance Director Christine Shingleton, Dir. of Com. Development Captain Wakefield, Police Department Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent Lloyd Dick, Buildi'ng Official Steven Rubin, Senior Planner Janet Hester, Executive Coordinator Approximately 25 in the Audience REORGA~tI~TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL It was moved b), Kennedy, seconded by Prescott, that Ronald Hoesterey he nominated as Mayor for the term ending November 15, 1988. Carried 5-0. Mayor Edgar relinquished the chair to newly appointed Mayor Hoesterey who thanked the Council for his nomination. Councilman Edgar nominated Ursula E. Kennedy for Mayor Pro Tern and a Unanimous ballot was cast. 38 PRESENTATIONS 1. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO FORGER gAYOR EDGAR Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy presented Councilman Edgar with a plaque honoring him for completion of his third term as Mayor. Mayor Hoesterey thanked Counilman Edgar for his service as Mayor and spoke regarding future agendas of the Council which include the implementation of the East. Tustin Plan, the roadway through the Marine Base, and many other activities. Appointments to the vari- ous commissions and committees will be made at the February 16 meeting. He invited everyone to remain for the reception cele- brating the reorganization of the Council to be held in City Hall fol 1 owl ng the meeti rig. 38 2. PAYMENT OF PARK BONDS COMPLETED Councilman Edgar, former Chairman of the Park Commission in 1971 when the Park Bonds were passed, informed the audience that this was a time for rejoicing because the Park Bonds are fully paid. He acknowledged former Mayor Tony Coco, and former Councilmembens Larry Marsters, Len Miller, Bob Oster, and Cliff Miller {deceased) who served when the Park Bonds were originally issued. .- CITY COUNCIL MIN~,~S Page 2, 2-1-88 Councilman Edgar also acknowledged former Park Commissioners and · read a letter from former Commissioner Fleming who was unable to attend. 77 3. PROCLAMATION - LIONS CLUB 40TH ANNIVERSARY Mayor Hoesterey presented a proclamation to Lions Club President Fred Wakefield, in recognition of their 40th Anniversary. Captain Wakefield thanked the Council, and introduced club members who were present in the audience. 84 Mayor Hoesterey took time at this point to introduce former Mayors Frank Greinke and Don Saltarelli who were also present in the audi- ence. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None. VI. PUBLIC INPLFT John Hinnant, 14722 Brookline Way, requested a status report regarding the property at 17592 A~naganset Way. The City Attorney responded that a complaint will be filed on Tuesday or Thursday seeking recovery of monies owed to the City and seeking court orders against the owners to maintain subject property. The City Attorney added that pursuing the insurance company as possible leverage was not appropriate. He explained to Mr. Hinnant what the legal procedure is from this point on, and he expects the matter will be resolved before it comes to trial'. 81 VI I. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved byl. Edgar, seconded by Kelly, to approve the entire Consent Calendar. The motion carried 5-0. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 18, 1988, REGULAR ~ETING 2. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,061,906.94 RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL IN THE AMOUNT OF $171,459.01 50 3. RESOLUTION NO. 88-8 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, FINDING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN IS ADEQUATE TO SERVE AS THE PRO- , GRAM EIR FOR VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 13274, WITH THE ADOPTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO SAID EIR AND ALL FEASIBLE MITIGATION MEASURES HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT RESOLUTION NO. 88-9 - A' RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 13274 Adopted Resolutions No. 88-8 and No. 88-9 as recommended by the Planning Commission and Community Development Department. 99 4. REJECTION OF CLAIM NO. 87-4~; CLAIMANT: DONALD E. JEFFERSON; DATE OF LOSS: 11/27/87; DATE FILED WITH CITY: 12/28/87 Rejected Claim No. 87-47 personal injuries in the amount of $15,000.00 as recommended by the City Attorney. 40 5. MAIN STREET PARKING TIME ZONES Pursuant to Council a~tion on January 18, 1988, authorized placement of a "Two Hour Any Time" parking restriction along the southerly side of .Main Street adjacent to the Town Center Development and westerly of the easterly driveway Co the westerly boundary of said development, as recommended hy the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 75 6. WATER SERVICE RATE ANALYSIS Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Professional Services Agreement with IWA Engineers to conduct a water rate analysis evaluation in the amount of $4,800.00 as rec. ommended by the Public Works Department/Water Division. 45; 88-5 iI COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3, 2-1-88 7. RESOLUTION NO. 88-10 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAIN REPLACEMENTS IN MYRTLE AVENUE, "C" STREET, KENNETH DRIVE AND KEITH PLACE AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Adopted Resolution No. 88-10 as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engi neeri ng Di vi si on. 107 8. RESOLUTION NO. 88-11 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING PLACEMENT OF CERTAIN STOP SIGNS (LORETTA DRIVE AND LEAFWOOD DRIVE) Adopted Resolution No. 88-11 pursuant to Council action on January 18, 1988, as recommended by the Public Works Depart- ment/Engi neeri ng Di vi si on. 94 9. INPLEMENTATION OF LEFT-TURN PHASING AT WALNUT AVENUE & CHERRYWOOO LANE Pursuant to Council action on January 18, 1988, authorized a supplemental budget appropriation in the amount of $9,300.00 to the 1987-88 Budget for implementation of left-turn phasing at the intersection of Walnut Avenue at Cherrywood Lane as recom- mended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division. 94 VI I I . OROII%AJIC£ FOR INTRODUCTION 1. Cll~f COUNCIL COMPENSATION - ORDINANCE NO. 1000 · Continued from January 18, 1988. A proposed ordinance to increase compensation from $400 to $440 per month, last adjusted 'in September, 1985. The increase would become effective at the begin- ning of a new term of any Council person following'the next munici- pal el ecti on. Councilman Edgar stated that the law's intent is very clear, that the increase is not exorbitant, and that it is for fuCure Councils. It was moved b)' Edgar, seconded by Kenned),, that Ordinance No: 1000 have first reading by title only. Carried 5-0. Following first reading by title only of Ordinance No 1000 by the' City Clerk, it was moved by Edgar, seconded b)' Hoesteney., that Ordinance No. 1000 be introduced as follows: OROIItRNCE NO. 1000 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE TUSTIN CITY CODE RELATIVE TO COUNCIL COMPENSATION Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy was supportive, based on the responsible behavior of this Council and past Councils to increase compensation very close to the cost-of-living increase. Councilman Kelly reiterated his opposition on the matter. IX. The motion carried ,3--,2,, Kelly and Prescott opposed. ORDINANCES FOR AOOPTION- None. 38 X. OLD BUSINESS 1. JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT NOISE STUDY -UPOATE An on~oing 'status report on the John Wayne Airport Noise Monitoring Program. The staff report and recommendation were presented by the Community Development Director as contained in the inter-corn dated February 1, 1988, prepared by the Community Development Department. It Was moved b)' Kelly, seconded b)' Edgar, to receive and file sub-. ject rePOrt dated February 1, 1988, prepared by the Community Development Department. Carried 5~101. 101 Councilman Prescott noted that today's Los' Angeles Times had a nice article on the issue, and recommended it for reading. CITY COUNCIL MIN~ Page 4, 2-~-88 2. AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE BIDS FOR EMBOSSED CONCRETE ~DIAN PAVING IMPROVEMENTS Continued from January 18, 1'988. Staff has provided photographs and a map indicating the indi'vidual areas (11 locations) of pro- posed median paving. Council/staff discussion followed regarding the inter-com dated January 26, 1988, prepared hy the Public Works Department/Engineer- lng Division. It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kennedj/, to delete Areas 1, 2 and 3 frmn removal of existing landscaping; continue Area 6 for a staff report on a detailed landscape plan and cost estimate; and direct staff to proceed with their recommendations on the remaining seven areas (4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11). The motion carried 5-0. 92 3. NEWPORT/MCFADDEN AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 10 Continued from January 18, 1988, for additional information. It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kenned)/, to continue subject item to February 16, 1988, for completion of research on the matter as recommended by the Public Works Department/Engineering Division in the inter-corn dated January 27, 1988. The motion carried 5-0. 104 XI. NEW BUSINESS AWARD OF CONTRACT - SIERRA VISTA, KAREN WAY, JAN MARIE & PANKEY WELL SITE. STREET AND STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS Bids for subject p~oject were sub~nitted on January 26, 1988. The low bid is 10.8% over the Engineer's estimate. This project is partially funded with HCDA monies (City Share - $60,930.00; HCDA Share - $158,575.00). Elser Construction, Yucaipa R.L.T. Construction, Santa Aha Larry Pennuri, Baldwin Park Spear Pipeline, Orange Jana Contracting, Buena Park Gillespie Construction, Costa Mesa John T. Malloy Colich & Sons, Gardena Clayton Engineering, Laguna Hills $219,505.00 $222,478.76 $224,554.50 $225,OO0.50 $225,149.00 $234,050.00 .$243,894.75 $260,712.50 $276,729.80 It was moved b)~ Edgar, seconded by Kelly, to award the contract for subject project to the low bidder Elser Construction, Yucaipa, in the amount of $219,505.00 as recommended in the inter-co,n dated January 26, 1988, prepared by the Public Works Department/Engineer- ing Division. Carried 5-0. 107 2. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS, FEDERAL PROJECT NO. HES - O00S (241) Bids for subject project were submitted on January 7, 1988. The low bid is 9.8% Dyer the Engineer's estimate. Baxter-Griffin Company, Stanton Paul Gardner Corporation, Ontario F.J. Johnson, Inc., Anaheim Steiny & Company, Fullerton $129,840..00 $136,852.00 $137,697.00 $139,505.00 This project provides for up§fading and modifications of traffic signals at Newport Avenue/Irvine Boulevard; Newport Avenue/First Street; Newport Avenue/E1 Camino Real- and Red Hill Avenue/Bryan Avenue. As recommended in the inter-corn dated January 26, 1988, prepared by the Public 'Works Department/Engineering Division, it was moved by Edgar, seconded b~/ Prescott, to: C. .COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5, ~-1-88 1) Award the contract to the low. bidder Baxter-Griffin Company, Inc., Stanton, in the amount of $129,840.00; and · 2). Approve an additional appropriation of $19,500.00 from the General Fund. The motion carried 5-0. 94 3. C~ANGE OF ZIP CODES FOR ANNEXATION NO. 138 Subject item was agendized following a request for assistance from Mr. Gerald Feldman under Public Input at the January 18, 1988, meeti rig. The Community Development Oi rector requested clarification on Coun- cil direction as to whether the consensus was that a letter be sent to the local Congressman or to the local Postmaster· Councilman Edgar felt the direction with the most potential for being effective would be a letter to Congressman Badham. It was moved by Edgar, seconded by Kelly, to authorize a letter to be written to Congressman Badham requesting him to intervene and assist in 'having a zip code change for Annexation No. 138 area. Council discussion' fol lowed· Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy expressed preference to follow the chain of command by Council first contacting loca) officials, and proceeding from there. .. · Councilman Edgar stated his concern that both Mr. Feldman and staff have already made those attempts, although not with the formality of a City Council directive. A substitute motion was made .by Kennedy, seconded by Hoesterey, that the City Council, through the Mayor, approach the area Post- master to authorize a zip code change for Annexation No. 138 area, and if unsuccessful within a month, proceed by contacting Congress- man Badham for his assistance in solving the problem. After further discussion, the motion carried 5-0. 103 XI I. REPORTS 1. PI.ANNING CO~4I$SION ACTION AGENDA - jANUARY 25, 19841 All actions of the Planning Commission become final unless appealed by the City Council or member of the public. After a brief question-and-answer period, it was moved by Kennedy, seconded by Prescott, to ratify the entire Planning Con~nission Action Agenda of January 25, 1988. The motion carried 5-0. 80 2. MID YEAR BUDGET REVIEW It was moved by Ed~.ar, seconded by Kennedy, to authorize the fol lowing appropriations: 1) Revenue Appropriation in the Landscape/ righting District. $96,000.00 2) General Fund Expenditures: A. City Clerk B. City Attorney C. Administrative Services D. Public Works 3) Risk Management 4) Health Benefits $ 3,500.00 $ 69,000.00 $ 14,000.00 $108,100.00 ' $145j000.00 $ 75,000.00 Motion carri ed 5-0. 29 CITY COUNCIL MINU Page 6, 2-1-88 XIII. OTHER BUSINESS REQUEST FOR PROCLAMATION - JABERWOCKY Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy requested a proclamation be presented at the February 16 meeting to the Jaberwocky shop owner after doing 30 years" business in an historical building in the downtown area. Council concurred. 84 2. SAN DIEGO PIPELINE - REIMBURSEMENT TO CITY FOR CLEAN-UP COSTS Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy stated that during the public hearing on the San Diego Pipeline franchise, a company officer stated that San Diego Pipeline had reimbursed the City for its expenses (Police and security) during the toxic spill clean-up. She noted that the ,nat- ter is now before the Fish and Game Commission. She stated for the public record that the City has not been reimbursed as of yet for taxpayers' money spent to help clean up the spill. 81 3. EASTERN/FOOTHILL TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR - MEMORANDUM OF UNDER~ STANDING Councilman Edgar stated that agreement on alignment of the Eastern/Foothill Transportation Corridor is very close to frui- tion. A February 4 meeting of the cities and homeowner groups will hopefully confirm the alignment. It will then be appropriate for Council to publicly confirm the alignment as a group in order to mutually share in the MOU for same. Both Irvine and Orange will hold their regular Counci'l meetings on February 9 to consider the matter. He suggested an adjourned regu- lar meeting on FebrUary 8 at 7:00 p.m. Prior to that, he urged other Council members to meet with the City Manager and City Engi- neer to become completely familiarized with the consensus being reached. He was very pleased that the consensus will be environ- mentally sensitive. Following discussion, Council concurred to adjourn to Monday, February 8, 1988, at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the Memorandum of Under- standing for the Eastern/Foothill Transportation Corridor. 100 4. COUNCILMAN EDGAR - TENURE AS MAYOR Councilman Edgar reflected on .his Mayoral term, and expressed pride in the City, the City Council, and its achievements. He stated his belief that there is no shortage of problems or challenges and that Tustin is one of the finest cities in the County and State, with one of the finest Councils in the State. He noted that the plea- sure of serving as-Mayor is very rewarding. 38 5. CITY CLERK COMPENSATION Councilman Prescott requested that the matter of a salary increase for the City Clerk be agendized for the February 16 meeting. 37 XI V. AI)JOU~NMENT At 7:43 p.m., the meeting was recessed to the Redevelopment Agency, and thence adjourned to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on Monday, February 8, at 5:00 p.m. and thence to the next Adjourned Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 16, 1988, at 7:00 p.m. BY unanimous informal consent. ~Y CLERK ~ MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF llJSTIN, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 1, 1988 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:43 p.m. by Chaiman Hoesterey in the City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. ROLL CALL Agency Members Present: Agency Members Absent: Others Present: Ronald B. Hoesterey, Chairman Ursula E. Kennedy, Chairperson Pro Tern Richard B. Edgar John Kelly Earl J. Prescott None William A. Huston, Exec. Di rector/City Manager James G. Rourke, City Attorney Mary E. Wynn, Recording Secretary/City Clerk Charles R. Thayer, Chief of Police Robert S. Ledendecker, Director 'of Public Works Royleen A. White, Dir. of Com. & Admin. Srvcs. Ronald A. Nault, Director of Finance Christine Shingleton, Dir. of Com. Development Captain Wakefield, Police Department Susan Jones, Recreation Superintendent Lloyd Dick, Building Official Steve Rubin, Senior Planner Janet Hester, Executive Coordinator Approximately 10 in the Audience 3. AJ~PROVN. OF NINUTES - JANUARY 18, lgI~B, REGULAR FLEETING It was moved by Edgar, seconded...bi/ Kennedy, to approve the Minutes of the January 18, 1988, Regular Meeting. The motion carried 5-0. -. 4. REMOVAL OF GAZEBO AND PUBLIC RESTROOMS Iii LARWIN SQUARE A request from Larwin Square to remove the gazebo and adjacent public restrooms to alleviate visibility problems of a 30,000 square foot store- front. It was mo~ed .by Edgar, seconded by Prescott, to direct staff to issue demolition permits for.the gazebo and restrooms in Larwin Square as recom- mended in the inter-con dated February 1, 1988, prepared by the Community Development Department. The motion carried 5-0. 60 5. OTHER BLLSINESS None. 6. AI~IOIJRNNENT At 7:44 p.m. the meeting was adjourned to the next Adjourned Regular Meet- ing on Tuesday, February 16, 1988, at 7:00 p.m. by unanimous informal con- sent. "~ o~.q ~ &-' 'l"'J"~ °' RECO~R~)ING SECRET~RY