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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06 CC Action Agendas Report to the Planning Commission DATE: JANUARY 8, 2007 SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL ACTION AGENDAS DECEMBER 4, 2006, AND JANUARY 2, 2007 PRESENTATION: ELIZABETH A. BINSACK, DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ATTACHMENT: CITY COUNCIL ACTION AGENDAS DECEMBER 4, 2006, AND JANUARY 2, 2007 ITEM #6 .....Q.~......' I . \i\ 'i ",.)l,~.' Q,s"('/ ACTION AGENDA OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA DECEMBER 4, 2006 CALL TO ORDER - 5:31 p.m. ATTENDANCE Present: Mayor Doug Davert; Mayor Pro Tem Tracy Worley Hagen; Councilmembers Jerry Amante, Lou Bone, and Tony Kawashima None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, City Manager and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: City Clerk: Others Present: PUBLIC INPUT - None 1. DECLARING RESULTS OF NOVEMBER 7, 2006 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Bone, seconded by Councilmember Amante, to adopt resolution. Motion carried 4-1 (Hagen opposed). RESOLUTION NO. 06-129 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held on November 7, 2006, and other such matters as provided by law OATH OF OFFICE - Administered Oaths of Office to Doug Davert and Jim Palmer by City Clerk Pamela Stoker ADJOURNED - 5:35 P.M. City Council Special Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 1 of 1 ACTION AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA DECEMBER 4, 2006 CALL TO ORDER - 5:35 P.M. ATTENDANCE Present: Mayor Doug Davert; Councilmembers Jerry Amante, Lou Bone, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, City Manager and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: City Clerk: Others Present: PUBLIC INPUT - None CLOSED SESSION ITEMS A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION pursuant to government Code Section 54956.9 - City of Newport Beach and City of Tustin v. City of Irvine (2323 Main Street) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to government Code Section 54956.9(a) - AAE C. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Aaencv Neaotiators: Kristi Recchia, Director of Human Resources and Linda Jenson Emplovee Oraanization: Emplovee Oraanization: Ernplovee Oraanization: Emplovee Oraanization: Tustin Municipal Employees Association (TMEA) Tustin Police Officers Association (TPOA) Tustin Police Support Service Association (TPSSA) Tustin Police Management Association (TPMA) RECESS - At 5:35 p.rn. City Council recessed to closed session to discuss matters listed under Closed Session. RECONVENE - At 7:00 p.m. City Council reconvened in public session. City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 1 of 10 REGULAR BUSINESS CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. INVOCATION - Jim Kane, Saddleback Chapel COLORS PRESENTATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Tustin Police Department CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE Oath of Office administered to Doug Davert by Councilmember Jerry Amante Oath of Office administered to Jim Palmer by Councilmember Jerry Amante Councilmember Jim Palmer stated that it was an honor to serve the City and looking forward to effective and productive years on the City Council. He also thanked his family for their support. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Doug Davert; Councilmembers Jerry Amante, Lou Bone, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, City Manager and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: City Clerk: Others Present: CLOSED SESSION REPORT - Nothing to report. PROCLAMATION to Jill Leach on the occasion of her retirement as Editor of the Tustin News presented by Mayor Davert FIRST PUBLIC INPUT · Tracy Worley' Hagen, commented on her many years of public service, noting that significant positive change had occurred throughout the City due to efforts of the Council and City staff during her term of office, thanked family for continuing support; and residents of Tustin who had confidence in her ability to serve them. · Audrey Swearengen, commented on last Council meeting and expressed optimism for Tustin's future under the guidance of the new City Council City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 2 of 10 · Nathan Menard, congratulated incoming Council and Tracy Worley Hagen for years of service to the community . Jonathan Abelove, Lynn Davis, and Francine Scinto representing Tustin Unified School District presented School Bell to Tracy Worley Hagen for years of service to the community. · Tom Saltarelli, congratulated Mayor Davert and newly elected councilmember Jim Palmer and thanked Tracy Worley Hagen for twelve years of service. . Billy C. Hall, on behalf of Tustin American Legion requested continuous and harmonious relationship with the City and reported that he had tendered his resignation as Commander of Tustin American Legion and as President of the Tustin Village Mobile Home Park Association, whom both requested his continuing service. . Tina Blenz and Kelly Poissant spoke on Pasadena Water Well drilling reported on construction of water well on Pasadena Avenue · Mayor Davert presented outgoing councilmember Tracy Worley Hagen with a plaque on behalf of the City in recognition of her many years of service as Council member, Mayor Pro Tem, and Mayor. · Councilmember Kawashima echoed Mayor's remarks. CONSENT CALENDAR - Pulled items 11 and 12 for separate consideration. It was moved by Councilmember Amante, seconded by Councilmember Palmer, to approve items 1 through 10 and 13 through 16. Motion carried 5-0. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Motion: Approve the Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2006. 2. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL Motion: Approve demands in the amounts of $829,246.75 and $3,092,651.70; and Payroll in the amount of $635,846.98. 3. 2007 LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST Motion: Approve the 2007 Local Appointments List for the Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Historic Resource Committee, and Audit Committee. 4. CANCELLATION OF DECEMBER 18,2006 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Motion: Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Cancellation for the regularly scheduled Council meeting of December 18, 2006 and that the City Council hereby City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 3 of 10 waives notice of said meeting as required by the government code. 5. PLANNING ACTION AGENDA - NOVEMBER 27, 2006 All actions of the Planning Commission become final unless appealed by the City Councilor member of the public. Motion: Ratify the Planning Commission Action Agenda of November 27, 2006. 6. CONSIDERATION OF CLAIM OF LIBERTY MUTUAL AS SUBROGEE FOR DIANE HALE, CLAIM NO. 06-31 The Claimant reported that while it was parked in front of 650 W. Main Street, their insured's Hyundai Santa Fe was damaged by branches falling from a City tree. The cost to repair the resulting dents and scratches on the vehicle was $788.48. Motion: Deny Claim Number 06-31, Liberty Mutual for Diane Hale, and direct Staff to send notice thereof to the Claimant. 7. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT, OLD TOWN PARKING STUDY Motion: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Consultant Services Agreement with Katz, Okitsu and Associates to perform the subject study. 8. MILLS ACT PROGRAM HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 300/302 S. B STREET AND 308 W. THIRD STREET The Mills Act is State legislation that provides for reduced property taxes on an eligible historic property if the property owner agrees to maintain and preserve the property for a minimum of ten years. On June 16, 1997, the City Council authorized the implementation of a Mills Act program in Tustin and established a policy specifying which properties would be eligible for the program. Said property would be the eleventh historic property preservation agreement to be considered by the Council. The body of the agreement contains standard language that is required by State law to be included in every Mills Act contract. Owner: Katherine Wu Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 06-127 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, authorizing the City Manager or authorized designee to coordinate, process, and execute the Historic Property Preservation Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit 1 with the owner of the property City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 4 of to located at 300/302 South B Street and 308 West Third Street, Tustin, California 9. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION Of THE IRVINE BOULEVARD REHABILITATION BETWEEN RANCHWOOD ROAD AND JAMBOREE ROAD (CIP NO. 7181), AND THE JAMBOREE ROAD REHABILITATION BETWEEN IRVINE BOULEVARD AND 1350 FEET NORTH OF TUSTIN RANCH ROAD (CIP NOS. 7182, 7183 & 7184) Bids for the combined Irvine Boulevard Rehabilitation between Ranchwood Road and Jamboree Road (CIP No. 7181), and the Jamboree Road Rehabilitation between Irvine Boulevard and 1350 Feet North of Tustin Ranch Road (CIP Nos. 7182,7183 & 7184) have been received and a construction contract is ready to be awarded. Motion: Award the construction contract for the Irvine Boulevard Rehabilitation between Ranchwood Road and Jamboree Road (CIP No. 7181), and the Jamboree Road Rehabilitation between Irvine Boulevard and 1350 Feet North of Tustin Ranch Road (CIP Nos. 7182, 7183 & 7184) to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, in the amount of $2,766,204.55, and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FOR THE RED HILL AVENUE/OLWYN DRIVE PEDESTRIAN ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT (CIP NO. 4067) The contractor for the Red Hill Avenue 1 Olwyn Drive Pedestrian Enhancements Project (CIP No. 4067) has requested a change order for additional work. The cost of this work has now been resolved and a supplemental appropriation is necessary to complete payment of this change order. Motion: Approve a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $15,000.00 from the unappropriated Capital Projects Fund to the Red Hill Avenue 1 Olwyn Drive Pedestrian Enhancements Project (CIP No. 4067). 11. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE TUSTIN LEGACY PORTAL ENTRY AT RED HILL AVENUE AND VALENCIA AVENUE (CIP NO. 1046) The plans and specifications for the Tustin Legacy Portal Entry at Red Hill Avenue and Valencia Avenue (CIP No. 1046) have been prepared and the project is now ready to bid. A Notice of Exemption has been recorded with the County of Orange for said project, as it is category cally exempt under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requirements. Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Bone, seconded by Councilmember City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 5 of 10 Kawashima, to adopt resolution. Motion carried 4-0 (Palmer absent). RESOLUTION NO. 06-128 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California approving Plans and Specifications for the Tustin Legacy Portal Entry at Red Hill Avenue and Valencia Avenue (CIP No. 1046), and authorizing advertisement for bids 12. APPROVAL OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. C-6-0799 BETWEEN THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF TUSTIN FOR CITY-INITIATED TRANSIT EXTENSIONS TO METROLlNK (THE "GO LOCAL STEP 1" PROGRAM) In order to address future Metrolink service expansion, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCT A) has developed a program known as "GO LOCAL", which provides for the study of city-initiated transit extensions to Metrolink train stations. "GO LOCAL Step 1" provides grant money for cities to study transit needs and develop visions for enhancing access to the Metrolink system. Under Cooperative Agreement No. C-6-0799, a project concept will be pursued which will identify needs and opportunities to enhance transit service to the Tustin Metrolink Station. Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Amante, seconded by Councilmember Bone, to approve Cooperative Agreement No. C-6-0799 with the Orange County Transportation Authority for City-Initiated Transit Extensions to Metrolink (the "GO LOCAL Step 1" Program), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Motion carried 4-0 (Kawashima absent). 13. PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR TUSTIN LIBRARY PROJECT (CIP 1045) Construction plans and specifications are nearing completion for the Tustin Library Project and given the complexity of the project, it is now necessary to enter into an agreement for project construction management services. Motion: Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Griffin Structures, Inc. (the "Consultant") for project construction management services; and authorize the City Manager to execute a Consultant Services Agreement with the Consultant, subject to final approval as to form of the Agreement as required by the City Attorney. 14. OFFICE LEASE FOR 275 CENTENNIAL WAY, SUITES 104 AND 104A, TUSTIN Motion: City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 6 of 10 14.a. Authorize the City Manager to execute the proposed Office lease for Suites 104 and 104 A at 275 Centennial Way, Tustin; and 14.b. Appropriate $36,785 from the unappropriated fund balance in the Town Center Redevelopment Project Area, $36,785 from the unappropriated fund balance in the South Central Redevelopment Project Area, and $31,530 from the unappropriated fund balance in the MCAS Tustin Redevelopment Project Area 15. 2005-2006 ANNUAL REPORT - REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Motion: 15.a. Receive and file an annual report of housing activity for FY2005-06; and 15.b. Direct that a copy of an annual report of housing activity for FY 2005-06 and all other required reporting documents and forms be executed in final form and filed with the City of Tustin, the State Controller, and State Department of Housing and Community Development. 16. DECLARATION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT DEPARTMENT PUBLIC WORKS Motion: Declare the equipment detailed in the attached report as surplus and not required for public use, in accordance with the City Code, Section 1626 and authorize the Public Works Department to sell the equipment at public auction. REGULAR BUSINESS 17. ORDINANCE FIRST READING - DESIGNATION OF PUBLIC PARKING AREAS AND REVIEW OF A DRAFT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND PROSPECT VillAGE, L.P. This action recommends an ordinance providing for the designation of public parking areas within the City, adoption of a resolution for the designation of parking spaces owned by the City and located at the Tustin Water Yard parking lot as a public parking area, and includes City Council approval to transmit a proposed Development Agreement recommended for subsequent review and action by the Tustin Planning Commission Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Bone, seconded by Councilmember Kawashima, to approve items as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. 17.a. Introduce and have first reading of Ordinance No. 1323 and set for second reading at the Council's next scheduled meeting; City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 7 of 10 ORDINANCE NO. 1323 - An ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, adding Chapter 9 to Article 7 of the Tustin City Code, providing for the designation of public parking areas within the City 17.b. Instruct staff to commence proceedings, provide a notice consistent with Ordinance No. 1323, and prepare a resolution designating parking spaces owned by the City of Tustin, located at the Tustin Water Yard parking lot, as a public parking area. Resolution to be heard concurrently with the adoption of Ordinance No. 1323, to go into effect on the effective date of Ordinance No. 1323; and 17.c. Refer draft Development Agreement 06-01 to the Tustin Planning Commission for action. 18. ORDINANCE SECOND READING - CODE AMENDMENT 06-007: AN ORDINANCE REGARDING CONSISTENCY OF ANY USE, ENTITLEMENT, AUTHORIZATION, LICENSE, OR PERMIT WITH APPLICABLE STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS The City Council previously adopted interim urgency ordinances prohibiting the establishment of medical marijuana dispensaries. The second interim urgency ordinance will expire in approximately two months. In lieu of extending this moratorium for one additional year, staff and the City Attorney are proposing the City adopt an ordinance that will expressly provide that any use proposed for any district in the City must be consistent with federal and state law. This prohibition would extend to medical marijuana dispensaries since such uses are inconsistent with federal law. At its meeting of November 13, 2006, the Planning Commission recommended approval of Ordinance No. 1322. Motion: It was moved by Council member Amante, seconded by Councilmember Bone, to have second reading by title only and adoption of Ordinance No. 1322. Motion carried 5-0. (Roll call vote) ORDINANCE NO. 1322 - An ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, adding Subsection d to Section 9270 and Subsection f to Section 9298 of the Tustin City Code, relating to the establishment of prohibited uses in all zoning districts 19. CITY COUNCIL- LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Nothing to report. 20. MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEM SELECTION Mayor Davert thanked colleagues and residents for support this past year and City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 8 of 10 highlighted some accomplishments: Tustin Legacy - Lennar construction almost complete, Village of Hope and Vestar Development in progress, as well as major road construction; major street improvements throughout the City; Tustin Library - finalizing plans, land acquisition, and demolition underway, with dedication expected in 2009. This has been a year of planning - laying down groundwork, for many projects that will soon come to fruition. Special recognition to City staff and to the Tustin Police Department for recent transition to community governance. Motion: It was moved by Mayor Davert, seconded by Council member Amante, to nominate Lou Bone as Mayor and close the nomination for position. Mayor Davert declared Councilmember Lou Bone unanimously elected Mayor. Mayor Bone presided over the meeting. Mayor Bone presented plaque to outgoing Mayor Davert. Motion: It was moved by Mayor Bone, seconded by Councilmember Davert, to nominate Councilmember Amante as Mayor Pro Tem and close the nomination for position. Motion carried 5-0. SECOND PUBLIC INPUT - Grace Wu, conveyed appreciation for democratic process in America. OTHER BUSINESS I COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilmember Kawashima; . Congratulated Mayor Bone; . Requested that residents' concerns regarding Pasadena Avenue Well project are handled; and . Congratulated Councilmember Jim Palmer on election to the council. Councilmember Davert: . Attended November 16th Thanksgiving Breakfast, thanked everyone who participated; . Participated in First Annual A YSO Mayor's Cup; . More lighted soccer fields needed, requested joint partnership with Tustin Unified School District (TUSD) for use of fields; . Tree Lighting ceremony on December 15t was successful event; . Congratulated Mayor Bone and Mayor Pro Tem Amante, welcomed Councilmember Palmer; . Wished everyone happy holidays; . Congratulated Mayor Pro Tem Amante, elected to serve on Orange County Transportation Authority Board (OCTA); and City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 9 of 10 · Congratulations to Goldie Nannes, appointed to League of California Cities Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. Councilmember Palmer: . Congratulated Former Mayor Doug Davert on high record of votes by the people; . Commented on requests by residents during his campaign, thanked the voters; and . Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah. Mayor Pro Tem Amante: . Thanked outgoing Mayor Davert for strengthening bond between City and TUSD, planning for City development, spearheading several fund raising events, establishment of Mayor's Cup and many other accomplishments; . Congratulated and welcomed Council member Jim Palmer; . Congratulated Mayor Bone on election as Mayor and appointment to Head of Maglev Task force; . Recognized his family and friends in attendance; . Thanked Police for community governance; . Commented on UCLA victory; . Remarked on opening of 22 freeway and will be working with executive director of Orange County Transportation Authority on improving traffic flow; . Thanked many for support to his position on OCTA board; . Congratulated staff for Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony last week; and . Wished all a blessed Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah and New Year. Mayor Bone: . Thanked council for opportunity to serve as Mayor, thanked outgoing Mayor Davert; . Memorandum of Understanding needed on Quiet & Safety Zones; . Recycling efforts need improvements; . Requested planning for Katherine Spur land; . Several upcoming anniversaries including City's 80th Anniversary, Tustin Chamber of Commerce's, Man & Woman of the Year and Tiller Days' 50th Anniversaries; . Continue review of city committees in coming year; . Water Advisory Council of Orange County report, more water wells are needed; . Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) appointed Councilmember Palmer to housing committee; and . SCAG Policy Director confirmed removal of 1067 base housing units and OCCOG unanimously opposed RHNA needs assessment report. ADJOURNED - 8:24 p.m. - The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2007, at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session and 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. NOTE: The December 18, 2006 City Council meeting cancelled. City Council Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 10 of 10 ACTION AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA DECEMBER 4, 2006 CALL TO ORDER 8:24 p.m. ATTENDANCE Present: Chair Doug Davert; Agency Members Jerry Amante, Lou Bone, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, Executive Director and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: Recording Secretary: Others Present: PUBLIC INPUT - None REGULAR BUSINESS - It was moved by Agency Member Davert, seconded by Agency Member Palmer, to approve the Redevelopment Agency Items 1 through 3 as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Motion: Approve the Redevelopment Agency Minutes of November 20, 2006. 2. LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF PARKING SPACES IN THE STEVENS SQUARE PARKING STRUCTURE AND WAIVER OF FEES - DeCINCES (BEACH PIT BBQ) This action is to authorize the execution of a license agreement for the use of ten (10) parking spaces owned by the Tustin Community Redevelopment Agency in the Stevens Square Parking Structure and to waive license fees. Motion: 2.a. Authorize the Executive Director to execute a license agreement by and between the Tustin Community Redevelopment Agency and Tim DeCinces for the use of ten (10) parking spaces owned by the Agency in the Stevens Square Parking Structure; and 2.b. Approve the waiver of fees for the use of these spaces. Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 1 of 2 3. AMENDMENT. TO DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AREEMENT WITH PROSPECT VILLAGE L.P. Minor modifications to the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) proposed to ensure timely expenditure of Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Motion: Approve and authorize the City Manager's execution of the First Amendment to the DDA with Prospect Village L.P., subject to any .non- substantive modifications as may be determined necessary by the City Attorney. 4. CHAIR AND CHAIR PRO TEM SELECTION Motion: It was moved by Agency member Davert, seconded by Agency member Palmer, to nominate the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern to serve as Chair and Chair Pro Tern. Motion carried 5-0. ADJOURNEDT - 8:25 p.m. - The Next regular meeting is scheduled for January 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California NOTE: The December 18, 2006 Redevelopment Agency Meeting cancelled. Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Action Agenda December 4, 2006 Page 2 of 2 ACTION AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA JANUARY 2, 2007 CALL TO ORDER - 5:30 P.M. ATTENDANCE Present: Mayor Lou Bone, Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Amante, Council members Doug Davert, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, City Manager and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: City Clerk: Others Present: PUBLIC INPUT - None CLOSED SESSION ITEMS A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - POTENTIAL THREAT OF LITIGATION pursuant to government Code Section 54956.9(E) - One Case B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to government Code Section 54956.9(a) - AAE C. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Aqency Neqotiator: Kristi Recchia, Director of Human Resources and Linda Jenson Employee Orqanization: Employee Orqanization: Employee Orqanization: Management Supervisory Executive Management RECESS - At 5:31 p.m. City Council recessed to closed session to discuss matters listed under Closed Session. RECONVENE - At 7:00 p.m. City Council reconvened in public session. City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 1 of 10 PUBLIC MEETING CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. INVOCATION - Walt Sullens, Tustin American Legion PRESENTATION OF COLORS & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Tustin American Legion ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Lou Bone, Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Amante, Council members Doug Davert, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, City Manager and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: City Clerk: Others Present: CLOSED SESSION REPORT - Nothing to report. FIRST PUBLIC INPUT · Abe Arrigotti, President of Sierra Corporate Management, own and operate Tustin Village Mobile Home Park, announced that they have established a Sierra Management Resident Assistance program. PUBLIC HEARING 1. CODE AMENDMENT 06-005 - CITY'S SIGN CODE Code Amendment 06-005 consists of proposed amendments to the City's Sign Code. Most of the proposed amendments pertain to signs in the public right of way, including real estate open house signs, political signs, and human signs, less significant changes include: a revised definitions section, a revised hearings and appeals section, larger permitted banner signs for some freeway-facing buildings; ,and the addition of a permitted sign type - temporary signs for nonprofit organizations. Code Amendment 06-005 was considered by the Planning Commission on November 13, 2006, and was continued to November 27,2006, at which time the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 4043, recommending that the City Council adopt Code Amendment No. 06-005 to amend Chapter 4 "Sign Regulations" of Article 9 of the Tustin City Code. Applicant: City of Tustin City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 2 of 10 Mayor Pro Tern Amante excused himself from the proceedings due to a conflict of interest and left the dais at 7:07 p.m. Amante joined the meeting at 7:56 p.m. but did not participate in consideration of this item. Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director presented staff report. Douglas Holland, City Attorney noted that ordinance proposed addresses signs in public right-of-way and does not restrict freedom of political and commercial speech. The public hearing opened at 7:23 p.m. The following speakers addressed the City Council: · Steve Scott, President of the Tustin Chamber of Commerce opined that Council should postpone action to allow more time for review of recommendations and suggested punitive system for repeat offenders. · Ryan West, of Pacific-West Realtor Association suggested that Planning Commission should address some concerns prior to Council making final decision. · John Sullivan of Prudential Realtors of Orange, concerned with proposed ordinance because of impact to real estate market in our community. · Patti Winters indicated that restrictions and penalties recommended by staff were fair and acceptable. The hearing closed at 7:56 p.m. Council discussion ensued. Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Davert, seconded by Councilmember Palmer to continue consideration of ordinance and report back to Council within 60 days, split out commercial speech portion, and defer to Planning Commission for additional amendments. Motion carried 4-0 (Amante absent). CONSENT CALENDAR - It was moved by Councilmember Davert, seconded by Councilmember Palmer, to approve items 2 through 13. Motion carried 5-0. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETINGS OF DECEMBER 4, 2006 Motion: Approve the Special and Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of December 4, 2006. 3. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 3 of 10 Motion: Approve demands in the amounts of $1,308,474.35; $1,004,220.27; and $2,193,730.39; Reversals in the amount of $6,622.07; Pay Immediately in the amount of $2,018.24;and Payroll in the amount of $583,444.90. 4. ANNUAL REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF THE INVESTMENT POLICY The California Government Code, as amended, requires that Cities annually adopt their Investment Policy. This legislative action was in response to the Orange County bankruptcy. It requires the elected body and the Treasurer to review the existing Investment Policy at least annually and confirm its content at a public meeting and annually delegate authority to invest. Motion: 4.a. Continue delegation of Investment Policy to G. W. Jeffries and . Associates; and 4.b. Adopt the City of Tustin Investment Policy for calendar year 2007 with the noted change, as recommended by the City Treasurer. 5. DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS - POLICE DEPARTMENT Government Code Section 34090 and Resolution No. 01-91 permit destruction of records, which meet certain criteria with the approval of the City Council by resolution, and the written consent of the City Attorney. Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-09 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, authorizing the destruction of certain City records and papers in the possession of the Tustin Police Department that are no longer required for Tustin Police Department business pursuant to Government Code Section 34090 and the City of Tustin's Records Retention Schedule 6. DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS - HUMAN RESOURCES Resolution No. 01-91, the Record Retention/Disposition Schedule, permits destruction of records and documents which meet certain criteria with the approval of the City Attorney and the City Council.. Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-04 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, authorizing the destruction of certain city records and City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 4 of 10 papers in the possession of the Human Resources Department of the City of Tustin no longer required for the conduct of city business, pursuant to the authority granted by the City of Tustin's Records Retention Schedule 7. TUSTIN MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (TMEA) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Adoption of the attached Resolution and Memorandum of Understanding will authorize salary and benefit adjustments, pursuant to previous Council direction, for employees within the Tustin Municipal Employees Association (TMEA) bargaining unit. Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-05 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, amending the Classification and Compensation Plan for the City of Tustin and approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Tustin and the Tustin Municipal Employees Association, concerning wages, salaries, fringe benefits and conditions of employment 8. TUSTIN POLICE SUPPORT SERVICES ASSOCIATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - CONTRACT AMENDMENT Adoption of the attached Resolution and Memorandum of Understanding Contract Amendment will authorize an increase in the City's contribution to the Flexible Benefits Plan, pursuant to previous Council direction, for employees within the Tustin Police Support Services Association (TPSSA) bargaining unit. Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-06 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, amending the Classification and Compensation Plan for the City of Tustin and approving the contract amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Tustin and the Tustin Police Support Services Association, concerning Article 12 Flexible Benefits Plan 9. TUSTIN POLICE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - CONTRACT AMENDMENT Adoption of the attached Resolution and Memorandum of Understanding Contract Amendment will authorize an increase in the City's contribution to the Flexible Benefits Plan, pursuant to previous Council direction, for employees within the Tustin Police Management Association (TPMA) bargaining unit. City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 5 of 10 Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-07 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, amending the Classification and Compensation Plan for the City of Tustin and approving the contract amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Tustin and the Tustin Police Management Association, concerning Article 20 Flexible Benefits Plan 10. TUSTIN POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - CONTRACT AMENDMENT Adoption of the attached Resolution and Memorandum of Understanding Contract Amendment will authorize an increase in the City's contribution to the Flexible Benefits Plan, pursuant to previous Council direction, for employees within the Tustin Police Officers Association (TPOA) bargaining unit. Motion: Adopt resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 07-08 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, amending the Classification and Compensation Plan for the City of Tustin and approving the contract amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Tustin and the Tustin Police Officers Association, concerning Article 23 Flexible Benefits Plan and Article 9 Paid Leave 11. APPROVAL OF AN APPROPRIATION FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT Motion: Approve an appropriation amount of $9,800 from the unappropriated balance of the General Fund and allocate it to the Public Works Department Operating Budget. This will provide for the extension of a maintenance service contract with Western Audio Visual Corp. of Orange, CA for preventive and operational maintenance of the AMX Audio Visual system in the City Council Chambers for a period of one year. 12. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZATION TO FILE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE RED HILL AVENUE / OLWYN DRIVE PEDESTRIAN ENHANCEMENTS .(CIP NO. 4067) Motion: 12.a. Adopt resolution; and authorizing the recordation of the Notice of Completion, and direct the City Clerk to: RESOLUTION NO. 07-03 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 6 of 10 Tustin, California, accepting the works of improvement and authorizing the recordation of the Notice of Completion for the construction of the Red Hill Avenue / Olwyn Drive Pedestrian Enhancements (CIP No. 4067) 1 . Release the Labor and Materials Bond not sooner than thirty-five (35) days after the date of recordation of the Notice of Completion; and 2. Release the Faithful Performance Bond not sooner than one year after the date of recordation of the Notice of Completion. 12.b. Assuming no clairns or stop payment notices are filed, it is further recommended that thirty-five (35) days after the date of recordation of the Notice of Completion, the City Council authorize payment of the final 100/0 retention in the amount of $18,361.91 to Elite Bobcat Service, Inc. The total final construction contract cost for the project is $183,619.11. 13. SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JANUARY 15, 2007 TO CONSIDER REVISIONS TO CITY CODE SECTION 4300 RELATED TO SOLID WASTE Motion: Set a public hearing for January 15, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. to consider revisions to City Code Section 4300 related to solid waste. REGULAR BUSINESS 14. 2007 MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES Annually, following selection of the Mayor, the Mayor appoints those members of the City Council who will serve on various City and County committees. Motion: It was moved by Council member Davert, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Amante, to receive and file and include appointment of Lori Turner to Senior Center Liaison on Water Advisory Council of Orange (WACO) committee. Motion carried 5-0. 15. INTRODUCE ORDINANCE CHANGING CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATES, MODIFICATION TO ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER, AND COUNCIL SALARY ADJUSTMENT Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Davert, seconded by Mayor pro Tem Amante, to introduce and have first reading of Ordinance No. 1326. Motion carried 5-0. ORDINANCE NO. 1326 - An ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, amending Sections 1301, 1302, 1303 and 1515 of the Tustin City Code City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 7 of 10 relating to meeting dates, rules of procedure, and council compensation 16. APPOINTMENT OF CITIZEN PARTICIPATION COMMITTEE FOR PROGRAM YEAR 2007-08 Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Davert, seconded by Councilmember Palmer, to appoint Jim Palmer and Jerry Amante as at-large members to serve on Citizen Participation Committee for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2007-08. Motion carried 5-0. 17. FIRST AMENDMENT TO INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION AND PAYMENT AGREEMENT WITH VESTAR/KIMCO TUSTIN, L.P. ("DEVELOPER") FOR THE 'DISTRICT' AT TUSTIN LEGACY Motion: It was moved by Councilmember Davert, seconded by Councilmember Palmer, to approve subject to any non-substantive modifications as may be determined necessary by the City's Tustin Legacy Special Counselor City Attorney, approve and authorize the City Manager, or designee to execute a First Amendment to the Infrastructure Construction and Payment Agreement ("Amendment") between the City of Tustin and. the Developer and to carry out all actions necessary to implement the Amendment and Original Agreement. Motion carried 5-0. 18. ORDINANCE FIRST READING - DESIGNATION OF PUBLIC PARKING AREAS This action recommends reintroduction of Ordinance 1323 providing for the designation of public parking areas. Motion: It was moved by Council member Davert, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Amante, to introduce and have first reading of Ordinance No. 1323. Motion carried 5-0. ORDINANCE NO. 1323 - An ordinance of the City of Tustin, California, adding Chapter 9 to Article 7 of the Tustin City Code, providing for the designation of public parking areas within the City 19. CITY COUNCIL - LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Councilmember Palmer requested that Analysis of Cell Phone Towers be agendized for discussion by the City Council. · Pat Sanchez, Director of Parks and Recreation indicated that Request for Proposals were mailed out and due in March, but will send out correction letter to vendors to shorten submittal period to 45 days. City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 8 of 10 Mayor Bone: · ACA2 (Walters: Eminent Domain) requested that item be brought to next council meeting for review and consideration by Council. . 8B12 (Lowenthall: Housing Elements) review and return to council for consideration. Councilmember Davert: . Requested that SCAG's amended affordable housing numbers be provided in writing. Mayor Pro Tem Amante: . . Attended meeting with Supervisor Campbell, members of Building Industry Association of Orange County, plus others on amended Southern California Air Quality Management District's report on emission growth management and requested staff review. SECOND PUBLIC INPUT - None OTHER BUSINESS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilmember Kawashima: . Wished everyone a Happy New Year. Councilmember Palmer: . Wished all a Happy New Year. Councilmember Davert: . Orange County Sanitation District completed reorganization, reducing number of committees and staff members; . Congressman John Campbell toured Tustin Legacy; . Participated in ride-along with Tustin Police and enjoyed experience; . Requested review of City policy on issuing badges to public officials; . Met with Tustin Unified School District Superintendent on joint use opportunities; and . Requested meeting be adjourned in memory of former President Gerald Ford. Mayor Pro Tem Amante: . Happy new year to everyone; . Commented on public official badges, suggested policy be considered at future meeting; . Attended Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting on Northern base hangar; entered into negotiation agreement with Industrial Realty Group; . Sunday attended 12Sth anniversary of First Advent Church; . Transportation Corridor Agency report, agreements with airports for fast-track logo license, and joint ad hoc committee will release financial options report in February; . Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) will discuss completion of 22 freeway and Magnolia extension at nexi meeting; City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 9 of 10 · Commended Supervisors Campbell and Moorlach for discussion on base hangar, encouraged comments and further discussion; · AQMD report to follow shortly, will be speaking with Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido; · Executive Committee meeting of League of California Cities, concerned with possible spread of urban casinos; · Will be attending League of Cities conference meeting in Sacramento; and . Attended A YSO all star soccer celebration. · Remembered former President Gerald Ford for his admirable service during turbulent times. Mayor Bone: · Congratulated Mayor Pro Tem Amante on OCTA board seat; · Congratulated Councilmember Davert on Orange County Fire Authority seat; . Attended Santa Cop dinner, was food server along with Police Chief Scott Jordan; · Metrolink board meeting, Tustin and OCTA finalizing design of grade crossing at Redhill/Edinger; · California Public Utilities Commission considering split of area code through the City of Tustin; and · Adjourned in memory of former US President Gerald R. Ford and Phyllis Parker, crossing guard. ADJOURNED - 8:32 p.m. - The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled for January 15, 2007, at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session and 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California Adjourn in memory of former US President Gerald R. Ford, Jr. and Phyllis Parker City Council Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 10 of 10 ACTION AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA JANAURY 2, 2007 CALL TO ORDER 8:32 p.m. ATTENDANCE Present: Chair Lou Bone; Chair Pro Tem Jerry Amante; Agency Members Doug Davert, Tony Kawashima, and Jim Palmer None Pamela Stoker William A. Huston, Executive Director and Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Absent: Recording Secretary: Others Present: PUBLIC INPUT - None REGULAR BUSINESS - It was moved by Agency Member Davert, seconded by Chair Pro Tem Amante, to approve the Redevelopment Agency Item 1 as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 4, 2006 Motion: Approve the Redevelopment Agency Minutes of December 4, 2006. ADJOURNED - 8:33p.m. - Next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Action Agenda January 2, 2007 Page 1 of 1