HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/07/1983 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY CODICIL
CITY OF COSTA MESA
November 7, 1983
The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, met in
regular session on November 7, 1983, at 6:30 p.m., in
the Council Chambers of City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa
Mesa, California. The meeting was called to order by
the Mayor, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag, and Invocation by the Reverend Paul Thomas, Church
of Christ.
ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
Council Members Absent: None,
Officials Present: City Manager, City Attorney,
Development Services Director,
Director of Public Services,
City Clerk
MINUTES On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Vice
October 17, 1983 Mayor Johnson, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the
adjourned regular meeting of October 17, 1983, were
approved as distributed and posted.
ORDINANCES A motion was made by Councilwoman Hertzog, seconded by
Councilman McFarland, and carried 5-0, to read all
ordinances by title only.
PROCLAMATION Mayor Hall read a proclamation declaring the month of
Alzheimer's Disease November as "Alzheimer's Disease Public Awareness
Public Awareness Month". The Mayor presented the proclamation to Joan
Month Dashiell, President of the Alzheimer's Disease Asso-
ciation.
CONSENT CALENDAR On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, all Consent Calendar items were approved
in one motion by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
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COMMUNICATIONS On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, Resolution 83-104, being A RESOLUTION OF
Carrier Alert THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFOINIA,
Program IN SUPPORT OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CARRIER ALERT
PROGRAM, a program designed to help handicapped and
MOTION elderly citizens, was adopted by the following roll call
Resolution 83-104 vote:
Adopted AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
READING FOLDER On motion by Councilwoman Schafer., seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, the following -Reading -Folder items were
received and processed: .
Claims Claims have been received.by th6 ity Clerk from
the following persons: Stephen Crilly; Attorney
Richard N. Fleeing on; behalf of SIArley Hoff,
also known as Ann Rowley, doing -business as Costa
Mesa Beauty Supply; James L. Hunt; Rebecca Lynn
Shioli; Attorney Linda Hart Chandler on behalf
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of Donald Duane and Jeanet Laura Dickerson; two
claims from Attorney Betty McMullen regarding
Harbor Lawn Mortuary; Application for Leave to
Present a Late Claim from Edmond J. and Daniel V.
Keane; and Application for Leave to Present a
Late Claim from Attorney Myron Blumberg on behalf
of Glen and Greta Kraus.
Alcoholic Alcoholic Beverage License applications for which
Beverage parking has been approved by the Planning Divi-
Licenses
iviLicenses sion: Anh Tram Dang, doing business as Harbor
Liquor, 1927 Harbor Boulevard, Suite "B";
P.S.V.P, Incorporated, doing business at 2300
Harbor Boulevard, Suite 5; The Perfect Pan, doing
business at 3333 Bristol Street, Suite 1085; and
Renan A. Lora, doing business at 103 Santa Isabel
Avenue.
Smoking Communication from Enviroscope Corporation, lost
Regulations Office Box 2933, Newport Beach, requesting that
the City of Costa Mesa adopt an ordinance similar
to an ordinance adopted by the City of San Diego
regarding regulation of smoking in public places.
H.B. 3829/Foster Carnmunication from Patricia Wood, Chairperson for
Grandparent The Advisory Council of the Foster Grandparent
Program Program at Fairview State Hospital, 691 Capital
Street, Costa Mesa, asking for support of House
of Representatives Bill 3829 which would amend
the Domestic Volunteer Act of 1973, eliminating
the chronological age requirement with respect
to the Foster Grandparent Program for mentally
retarded individuals.
Public Utilities The following notices have been received from the
Commission Public Utilities Commission:
Order Instituting Investigation 83-10-01, an
investigation to establish a list for fiscal
year 1984-85 of existing and proposed crossings
at grade of city streets, county roads, or
state highways urgently in need of separation,
or projects affecting the elimination of grade
crossings by removal or relocation of streets
or railroad tracks, or existing separations in
need of alteration or reconstruction as contem-
plated by Section 2452 of the Streets and
Highways Code.
Amended Application No. 82-02-40, from Southern
California Edison Company, for authority to
establish a major additions adjustment clause
to implement a major additions adjustment bill-
ing factor and an annual major additions rate'
to recover the costs of owning, operating, and
maintaining San Onofre Nuclear Generating
Station Unit No. 2, and to adjust downward net
energy cost adjustment clause rates to equal
the increase in major additions adjustment
clause rates. -
Copy of a petition from William J. Monheam�to
the Public Utilities Commission to re -open
Application No. 82-08-55, an application filed
by FunBus Systems, Incorporated, for a Certifi-
cate
ertificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to
operate as a passenger stage corporation.
BUSINESS PERMITS
Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable
Multiple Sclerosis Purpose has been received from the National Multiple
Society Sclerosis Society, Orange County Chapter, 7571
Westminster Avenue, Westminster, by fund solicitation
MOTION from October 7 through November 11, 1983. On motion
Request Approved by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Councilwoman
Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the request was ratified and
approved with application of Section 9-234J of the
Municipal Code.
High Hopes
Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable
Purpose has been received from High Hopes, 661 Hamilton
MOTION
Street, Suite 300, Costa Mesa, by holding a rummage
Request Approved
sale on November 19, 1983. On motion by Councilwoman
Schafer, seconded by Councilwoman Hertzog, and carried
5-0, the request was -approved with application of Sec-
tion 9-2341 of the Municipal Code.
SET FOR PUBLIC
HEARING
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the following items
were set for public hearing on November 21, 1983, at
6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall:
Amendment to
Ordinance amending Planned Development regula-
Planned
tions regarding perimeter open space, to allow
Development
reduced setback and/or reduced landscaping in
Regulations
certain projects located Citywide. Environ-
mental Determination: Negative Declaration.
Taxicab
Proposed ordinance regarding liability insurance
Insurance
requirements for taxicabs.
REJECTED CLAIMS
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the claim of Elizabeth
McFarland
McFarland was rejected.
Zakrzewski
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the claim of Zdislaw Ted
Zakrzewski was rejected.
Nostrand
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the claim of David Alan
Nostrand was rejected.
Heralda
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the claim of Laura Lynn
Heralda was rejected.
ADMINISTRATIVE
ACTIONS
The Redevelopment Agency Director has recommended that
the City Council adopt Redevelopment Project Area
Redevelopment
No. 1 as the boundaries for its commercial rehabili
Agency
tation program. In a memorandum dated November 7,
Rehabilitation
1983, the Director states that prior to the City being
Program
able to drawdown its funds for commercial rehabilita-
tion, the parameters of the commercial rehabilitation
program must be defined for environmental review
purposes. This drawdown would allow the City to earn
interest on the funds, in the amount of $648,000.00,
MOTION
while the program is being formulated. On motion by
Boundaries
Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Councilwoman Hertzog,
Adopted
and carried 5-0, the boundaries of Redevelopment Project
Area No. 1 were adopted for the commercial rehabilita-
tion program.
Budget Adjustment On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
No. 84-27 woman Hertzog, Budget Adjustment No. 84-27, in the
amount of $5,000.00, for construction of a trash enclo-
sure at Rea Community Center, was approved by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer .
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COLIgCIL MEMBERS: None
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Budget Adjustment On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
No. 84-31 woman Hertzog, Budget Adjustment No. 84-31, in the
amount of $30,800.00, for design of Canyon Park, Phase
II, was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Budget Adjustment On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
No. 84-32 woman Hertzog, Budget Adjustment No. 84-32, in the
amount of $4,000.00, to improve sound system for the
Council Chambers, was approved by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Change Orders The Leisure Services Director has requested approval of
No. 2 and No. 3 the following change orders to the contract with Impact
Impact Contruction Construction, 25291 Mainsail, Dana Point, in connection
with slope renovation at Estancia Park:
Estancia Park . Change Order No. 2, in the amount of $4,112.22, for
Slope Renovation an additional 186 lineal feet of sidewalk; and
Change Order No. 3, in the amount of $4,904.55, to
remove and relocate appoximately 730 lineal feet of
fence.
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Change Orders woman Hertzog, the change orders were approved by the
Approved following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Change Order The Director of Public Services has requested approval
No. 28 - Fleming of Change Order No. 28, in the amount of $23,359.40,
Engineering to the contract with Fleming Engineering, Incorporated,
8281 Commonwealth Avenue, Buena Park, in connection
Harbor Boulevard with the Harbor Boulevard Drainage System. The change
Drainage System order is an adjustment of quantity resulting from
changes made in the field in order to obtain the best
MOTION result. On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by
Change Order Councilwoman Hertzog, the change order was approved by
Approved the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUJNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Change Order "F"
The Director of Public Services has requested approval
A.S.L. Engineering
of Change Order "F", in the amount of $1,450.00, to the
contract with A.S.L. Consulting Engineering, 1201 East
19th Street
Warner Avenue, Santa Ana, in connection with the 19th
Widening
Street widening. The change order is necessary to con-
plete a topographical survey of the existing condition.
MOTION
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Change Order
woman Hertzog, the change order was approved by the
Approved
following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Assessment
Three acquisition agreements were presented to acquire
District No. 82-1
needed right-of-way for Assessment District No. 82-1,
Sterling Avenue
Sterling Avenue.
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
wanan Hertzog, the agreement with John Craig Combs and
MOTION Susan K. Combs, in the amount of $2,000.00, for property
Combs Agreement located at 2029 Ponona Avenue, was approved, and the
Approved Mayor and Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the
City. The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: OODICIL MEMBERS: None
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
Kaylor Agreement woman Hertzog, the agreement with Mr. and Mrs. Jack
Approved Kaylor, in the amount of $2,000.00, for property located
at 1931 Parona Avenue, was approved, and the Mayor and
Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council-
Abrams/LaFontaine woman Hertzog, the agreement with Susan M. Abrams,
Agreement Approved Robert M. Abrams, and Vincent P. LaFontaine, in the
amount of $2,000.00, for property located at 1945 Pomona
Avenue, was approved, and the Mayor and Clerk were
authorized to sign on behalf of the City. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
Weed Abatement On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Cancellations woman Hertzog, Resolution 83-105, being A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
MO'T'ION REQUESTING CANCELLATION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR WEED ABATE -
Resolution 83-105 MENT PURPOSES FOR THE 1981 TAX YEAR, regarding City-
Adopted- owned properties designated Assessor Parcels 422-262-18,
422-271-02, 422-271-05, and 422-251-07, was adopted by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Cancellation or On motion by Councilwanan'Schafer, seconded by Council -
Correction of woman Hertzog, Resolution 83-106, being A RESOLUTION OF
Tax Roll THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFOIN IA,
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CANCEL OR CORRECT
MOTION THE TAX ROLL FOR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, was adopted by the
Resolution 83-106 following roll call vote:
Adopted AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
Bid Item 601 Bids received for Bid Item 601, One Rotary Mower, are on
One Rotary Mower file in the Clerk's office. On motion by Councilwoman
Schafer, seconded by Councilwanan Hertzog, the contract
MOTION was awarded to Bob Hicks Turf Equipment Company, Incor-
Awarded to porated, 1274 North Red Gum Street, Anaheim, in the
Bob Hicks.Turf amount of $38,796.00 including tax. The motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
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Bid Item 602
Bids received for Bid Item 602, Instant Dry Traffic Line
Traffic Line
Paint, are on file in the Clerk's office. On motion by
Paint
Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Councilwoman Hertzog,
.the contract was awarded to Pervo Paint Company, 6624
MOTION
Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles,.in the amount of $7,104.12
Awarded to
including tax. The motion carried by the following roll
Pervo Paint
call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Bid Item 605
One bid received for Bid Item 605, Sound Recording
Sound Recording
System for the Police Department, is on file in the
System
Clerk's office. On motion by Councilwoman Schafer,
seconded by Councilwoman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the
MOTION
bid was rejected because the price exceeded the budgeted
Bid Rejected
amount by $8,000.00.
OLD BUSINESS The Clerk presented from the meeting of October 17,
R-81-06 1983, second reading and adoption of Ordinance 81-11,
Kiter/Gussin in connection with Rezone Petition R-81-06, Roy Kiter/
Alan Gussin, for permission to rezone property located
at 789 and 791 West 18th Street from R2 to R3.
MOTION On motion by Councilman McFarland, seconded by Vice
Ordinance 81-11 Mayor Johnson, Ordinance 81-11, being AN ORDINANCE OF
Adopted THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
CHANGING THE ZONING OF A PORTION OF LOT 705, NEWPORT -
MESA TRACT, FROM R2 TO R3, was given second reading and
adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
McFarland, Schafer
None
None
The Mayor announced the public hearings, continued from
EIR/GP-83-2A/ the meeting of August 15, 1983, for Malcolm Ross,
R-83-03 authorized agent for South Coast Plaza, 3315 Fairview
Ross/South Coast Road, Costa Mesa, for the undeveloped sites bound by
Plaza South Coast Drive, Bear Street, Sunflower Avenue, and
Tracts 7718 and 7557:
Environmental Impact Report for General Plan
Amendment GP -83-2A.
General Plan Amendment GP -83-2A, for permission
to amend the General Plan land use designation
from Medium Density Residential to General
Commercial.
Rezone Petition R-83-03, for permission to change
the zoning from Al (General Agricultural Dis-
trict) to PDC (Planned Development Commercial.)
Communications in opposition to the proposed project
have been received from the following Costa Mesa
citizens: Darrilyn Oliver, 3077 Yukon Avenue; and
Mildred Nicholson, 2063 Republic Avenue.
Douglas Clark, Development Services Director, stated
that staff specifically addressed the policy issue of
allowing commercial development west of Bear Street.
He emphasized that staff's recommendation is based on
environment and policy only: Do the economic benefits
outweigh the environmental and planning policy costs?
Mike Robinson, Senior Planner, spoke on clarification
of the Final Environmental Impact Report. He reported
that the final report includes the following: Draft
Environmental Impact Report; staff's comments and public
input; staff's memorandum dated August 5, 1983, regard-
ing change in environmental impacts; and staff's
memorandum dated November 1, 1983, concerning revised
housing and traffic impacts. Mr. Robinson continued by
reviewing the above-mentioned memorandum of November 1.
The Planning staff recommended acceptance and certifica-
tion of the Final Environmental Impact Report including
the attachments mentioned above; and denial of both
General Plan Amendment GP -83-2A and Rezone Petition
R-83-03.
The Planning Commission recommended acceptance and
certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report
including attachments; and approval of both General Plan
Amendment GP -83-2A and Rezone Petition R-83-03.
Henry Segerstrom, of South Coast Plaza, 3315 Fairview
Road, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the proposed
Robinson/Broadway project stating that he considered
it one of the best projects proposed for this property.
Mr. Segerstrom reviewed the history of this area and
stated that the homeowners objected to a proposal for
high density residential. He referred to a contract
negotiated with the homeowners for administrative/
professional zoning; however, that use was also rejected
by the homeowners. Mr. Segerstrom voiced his opinion
that the proposed project is environmentally acceptable;
that crossing guards will be provided for the children
attending Bear Street School; and that a proposed green-
belt will create a berm protecting adjoining residents
from noise.
Malcolm Ross, authorized agent for South Coast Plaza,
gave a brief slide presentation, a walk-through of the
project, and stated that a more detailed presentation
will be made by Skip Stephenson. In response to Coun-
cilman McFarland's question concerning open space,
Mr. Ross advised that the open space of 65 percent to
which he referred during his presentation, included 20
percent for parking area.
Skip Stephenson gave a 60 -minute slide presentation of
the proposed project which had been viewed previously
by some homeowners, the Council, and members of the City
staff. Mr. Stephenson mentioned that only four items in
the Environmental Impact Report have been an issue:
traffic, noise, sight lines, and air quality. During
his presentation, Mr. Stephenson referenced these four
issues; however., traffic was discussed at great length.
Mr. Stephenson and the Traffic Consultant for the
project answered questions from Councilman McFarland
concerning traffic generated by the development.
Councilman McFarland expressed his concern that the
proposed project would be a detriment to the stores in
South Coast Plaza, and Mr. Stephenson offered his _
opinion that the addition of new stores would enhance
the businesses in the Plaza. Councilman McFarland
requested information on the new credit card program
which is being proposed for South Coast Plaza. Werner
Escher, Executive Director of the South Coast Plaza
Merchants Association, reported that the projection of
additional sales resulting from the South Coast Plaza
credit card is based on those people who will be making
more use of credit, and that estimates made by the Bank
of America is based on what is now in place. He further
commented that if the proposed project were included in
the bank's 'estimates, the projection for additional
sales would be higher.
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In concluding his presentation, Mr. Stephenson stated
that the City must increase revenues if spending is
not curtailed.
Henry Segerstrom commented that the engineers and con-
sultants for the project feel that the concerns of the
residents have been met. Mr. Segerstrom introduced
Mike Gould, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive
of Robinson's Department Stores.
Mike Gould stated that it has been his experience that
additional stores do not detract from other stores in a
mall, and actually more stores make a mall more powerful.
Mr. Gould related that when he met with the homeowners
last February, Dan Gott camnented that it was a fine
project; however, if this project is approved, others
also will expect approval of commercial development.
Mr. Gould expressed his opinion that the issue is not
the Segerstran project but a proposed project by Arnel
Development Company on nearby property containing 52
acres.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 8:30 p.m., and the meet-
ing
eeting reconvened at 8:45 p.m.
Henry Segerstram commented that Costa Mesa is sales tax
dependent and many cities want the Robinson store. Mr.
Segerstrom introduced Arthur Crow, representing The
Broadway.
Arthur Crow stated that for the past 10 years, it has
been the desire of The Broadway people to open a large
store in Costa Mesa because of its mix of business,
recreation, and culture. He expressed his admiration
of the excellent development standards of the Seger-
strans and their involvement in the community.
Henry Segerstrom announced that this concluded the
presentation for the South Coast Plaza project. He
expressed his opinion that approval of the project will
protect the future needs of the City and reiterated his
belief that the envirornmental concerns of the neighbors
have been met.
James Lusk, 947 Serra Way,, stated that the proposed
18 -foot berm would prohibit sunlight from entering the
residents' properties until late morning. He also
voiced concern over increased traffic and its affect
on the residents. Mr. Lusk questioned a report that
residential areas require more police protection than
commercial areas; however, in response to Mayor Hall,
the Director of Finance stated that this information is
accurate.
Jon Paradis, 1140 Salinas'Avenue, President of the North
Costa Mesa Homeowners Association, agreed that the
project is a good one but not for the proposed location.
Mr. Paradis reported that a survey had been taken and
800 letters mailed. Twenty-seven percent responded and
the results were as follows: 87 percent opposed any
commercial development; 94 percent opposed high density
residential; and 94 percent agreed that the honeowners
association oppose any ccmmercial. Mr. Paradis stated
that the four major concerns of the homeowners are
traffic, air pollution, noise, and safety of children.
Mr. Paradis pointed out that the staff recammended
denial and that Council should follow that recanmenda-
tion. He further commented that approval of the project
will adversely affect the quality of life in the City.
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In conclusion, Mr. Paradis urged that there be no
commercial development west of Bear Street.
Ton Graham, 1106 Redding Avenue, presented slides
concerning traffic impacts, and expressed his opinion
that the increased traffic and air pollution generated
by the proposed project will certainly be detrimental
to the surrounding neighborhoods. Mr. Graham reported
that representatives of the South Coast Air Quality
Management District stated that it would be better to
have a power plant on this site than to have the pro-
posed project because there would be less pollution.
Dave Leighton, 1074 Redding Avenue, made a presentation
concerning the developments which have been approved
in North Costa Mesa. He pointed out that the graphs
indicate that of a total of 509 acres, 426 acres are
commercial developments and 83 acres residential. Mr.
Leighton showed additional slides regarding certain
improvements which must be made in order to alleviate
traffic congestion if the project is approved. He asked
who would pay for the Fairview overpass widening, Free-
way on- and off -ramps, and possible widening of Paularino
Avenue. -Mr. Leighton also voiced his opinion that there
are certain issues not addressed in the Environmental
Impact Report, such as, housing shortages, overloaded
sewage flow, police protection, public transportation,
and localized flooding.
Mr. Pat Radisay, 1134 Salinas Avenue, expressed his
opinion that commercial use will not be the best econom-
ical benefit to the City, and questioned the report
from the City's Director of Finance that indicates that
the project is vital to. the City. He asked what the
impact will be on the stores now in South Coast Plaza
and mentioned that many.stores are going out of busi-
ness in Fashion Island, Newport Beach. Mr. Radisay
commented that other cities will look at Anaheim and
Costa Mesa covetously and will request legislation to
have sales taxes distributed equally among all orange
County cities.
Bobbi Floyd, 1059 San Pablo Circle, Vice President of
the North Costa Mesa Homeowners Association, stated
that if the Council approved this project, other
commercial developments will also be approved. She
expressed concern over the impact on the neighborhood
while construction is in process, high buildings block-
ing the breeze to the residential area, emergency
vehicle access, and the traffic hazards to the children.
Ms. Floyd stated that the family and neighborhood 'are
the backbone of the community and urged the Council to
deny the request.
Dan Gott, 953 Dahlia Avenue, asked that the human
element be given.priority over additional revenue. He
stated that commercial use should not encroach on a
residential cotmiunity, and that if one application is
approved, others will be entitled to commercial develop-
ment also. Mr. Gott expressed is opinion that if the
project is approved, it will undermine the Planning
Department and the integrity of the City, and will
disappoint the citizens. He urged the Council not
to put money before people.
Elsie Mae Deeter, 3067 Yellowstone Drive, expressed
objection to the project and agreed with the state-
ments of the previous speakers. She stated that she
had expected the zoning to remain the same as when she
purchased her home. Ms. Deeter also commented that
present traffic makes it very difficult to enter and
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exit her tract, and that the proposed development will
make the traffic conditions worse. She also expressed
concern over the 'impact on the residential area during
construction.
Sid Soffer, 900 Arbor Street, stated he was neither for
nor against the project, and further commented that.
noise, traffic, and pollution are already a problem.
He expressed his opinion that public transportation is
the answer to alleviating traffic congestion. Mr.
Soffer commented that most of the homeowners in the
audience have homes on property that was once used for
agriculture, but now they do not want others to change
that land use designation.
Daniel Lak, 958 Carnation Avenue, stated that he felt
that Mr. Stephenson did not address noise pollution
during his presentation for South Coast Plaza. Mr. Lak
questioned some'of-the information presented by the
applicant and expressed his opinion that his property
value will diminish if the project is approved, and
asked if Mr. Segerstrom is willing to reimburse him
for that loss.
Larry Myers, 925 Carnation Avenue, reported that he is
new in the area, that he is an engineer, and is experi-
enced in traffic planning. Mr. Myers disagreed with
the traffic information presented by the applicant and
asked what kind of compensation the homeowners will be
given for the inconvenience of noise, dust, and vibra-
tion during construction.
George Musick, 932 Azalea Drive, stated that traffic is
intolerable at the present and expressed concern about
noise, -traffic, crime, pollution, and negative impact
on the life styles of the homeowners. Mr. Musick also
stated he was concerned that some Council Members have
already made a decision and'read from an article in The
Register newspaper, quoting statements made by Mayor
Hall.
Jack Hall, 1859 Tahiti Drive, President of the Costa
Mesa Chamber of Commerce, reported that the Board of
Directors,of the Chamber have studied the project for
some time and recommend approval. Mr. Hall mentioned
the economic problems facing the cities of Fountain
Valley and Orange because of insufficient revenues.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 10:35 p.m., and the meet-
ing
eeting reconvened at 10:50 p.m.
Jack Hammett, 809 Presidio Drive, former Mayor of the
City, stated that he lives in the Mesa del Mar Tract
and that area inherited the National Guard building;
Bear Street extension; motorcycle races at the Fair-
grounds; and the Pacific Amphitheatre, also at the
Fairgrounds. He commented that traffic will increase
no matter what is developed on subject site. Mr.
Hammett referred to previous statements made that
dollars are being traded for the welfare of the people,
and expressed his opinion that all Costa Mesa citizens
will benefit from the revenue obtained from the project.
He further stated that because of Proposition 13, addi-
tional
dditional revenues must be raised or services must be
reduced. Mr. Hammett urged Council to make a decision
that will benefit all of the citizens.
Wallace Kleck, 3358 Marigold Circle, expressed support
of the project, stating that residential is not econom-
ically feasible and that in these times, cities must
change their planning. Mr. Kleck also felt that Mr.
Segerstron will set a development precedent and Arnel
Development Company must do as well.
Robert Jordan, 876 Bear Creek, advised that his hone is
one of 144 homes located north of Sunflower Avenue, and
that during the homeowners meetings, he did not hear
any negative remarks about the project. Mr. Jordan
also reported that the homeowners in his area were not
contacted when the North Costa Mesa Homeowners Associa-
tion conducted its survey, and felt that the wishes of
all 85,000 Costa Mesa citizens should be considered.
Mr. Jordan advised that the proximity of South Coast
Plaza has enhanced the value of his property.
David Browne, 871 Propect Place, stated that he and his
neighbors also oppose the project even though they are
not adjacent to the proposed project. He expressed his
opposition to widening of Bear Street and stated that
if the project is approved Bear Street will be as
heavily traveled as Bristol Street. Mr. Browne also
was concerned with the possible closure of Bear Street
School if the property is not developed for residential
use.
Mike Lawler, 3653 Bear Street, favored the project and
felt that if all citizens of Costa Mesa voted on this
matter, the project would be approved.
Paul Dudley, 2215 Republic Avenue, spoke in support of
the project stating his opinion that this will be a
lasting benefit to the City. He mentioned that other
cities in the County are.charg ing fees for paramedic,
recreational, and other services because of insufficient
revenues.
Gerald Lutsky, 24605 Ridgewood Circle, El 7hro, reported
that he opened an accounting firm in Santa Ana in 1965
and found he had made a wrong decision. After extensive
studies of various cities, he decided to relocate in
Costa Mesa because of the positive prospects of this
City. Mr. Lutsky expressed his opinion that the project
will help the City in the long run, and urged Council to
approve the application.
Peggy Reinert, 1816 Newport Boulevard, member of Costa
Mesa Tomorrow, stated that she speaks for the majority
of the membership and that they favor the project. Mrs.
Reinert felt commercial development pays for itself and
pays for services for the entire City.
Richard Frost, 403 Via Lido Soul, Newport Beach,
reported that his firm has been the leasing agent for
South Coast Plaza and Town Center and that corporations
want to locate in a fiscally responsible city. Mr.
Frost mentioned some of the large corporations that have
located in Costa Mesa because they sense the positive
attitude of the leaders of the City. He expressed his
feeling that a negative vote for the Segerstrom project
could stop.that pendulum and businesses could be lost
for decades.
Michael Szkaradek,.1555 Mesa Verde Drive East, stated
that he is a renter in the City and that he opposes the
project because rents have been forced upward due to
the shortage of housing.
Robert Hawes, 2954 Baker Street, General Manager of
Westin South Coast P1aza.Hotel, explained that he does
not work for the Segerstroms;but that the hotel leases
the property. He stated that he has never lived nor
worked in a finer community and that Costa Mesa would
not be in this position without the vision of its
leaders. Mr. Hawes urged Council to approve the project
for the good of all citizens.
Jacque Kemp, 19441.Martin Lane, Santa Ana, real estate
agent, reported that she has worked in the City for over
three years and that property values in the South Coast
Plaza area have been enhanced, and that the Plaza area
has had higher homes sales.
Barbara Grady; whose office is located at 655 Town
Center Drive, informed the Council that she has been
working on development of the arts and commended the
Council for promoting the arts in the City. Ms. Grady
stated that because of the excellent planning in the
past, the City of Costa Mesa is envied by all cities.
John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, resident of the City for
20 years, commented that he is thinking of moving .
because the out of-towners are the people who want the
project and that North Costa Mesans are being ignored.
Alan Anderson, 2518 Santiago Street, Santa Ana, whose
business is located in South Coast Plaza, mentioned
the commercial developments in the cities of Tustin,
Orange, and Santa Ana, which are experiencing loss of
businesses because of the lack of positive attitude in
those communities. Mr. Anderson commented that the
Performing Arts Center would not have been located here
if Costa Mesa were not a vital city.
Sam Stroich, 1086 Santa Cruz Circle, reported that he
welcomed the beautiful project.
John Kater, 583 Traverse Drive, expressed his apprecia-
tion and respect for the Segerstroms; however, he felt
the economic benefits from the project are exaggerated.
Mr. Kater stated that the high technology industry, with
which he -is affiliated, contributes more, or at least
a substantial amount of revenues to the City.
Suzy Ficker, 110 Ninth Street, Newport Beach, expressed
opposition'to commercial developments stating that more
sophisticated fire fighting equipment is needed and
that there has been enough growth in the area. She
continued by stating that Newport Beach residents are
suffering air and traffic pollution from these types
of developments.
Charles B. Hamilton, 398 West Wilson Street, opposed
the project because of traffic congestion.
Ann Kelly,,2736 Mendoza Drive, stated that progress is
important but priorities must be re-evaluated, taking
into consideration the quality of life in North Costa
Mesa.
Bobbi Floyd spoke again, stating that she is a realtor,
and informed the Council that a property on Carnation
Avenue is now in escrow; however, the transaction will
not be completed if the project is approved.
Priscilla Briggs, 1911 Kauai Place, resident of the City
for 15 years, supported the -project because she felt it
would be an asset to the City.
Robert Wilson, 3435 Plumeria Place, former Mayor of the
City, stated that although he admires Henry Segerstrom
for all he has done in the City, he is opposed to the
project. He commented that the revenue from South
Coast Plaza is a benefit, but that there are other
businesses that contribute much revenue, such as the
Fedco store, and the automobile dealerships. Mr.
Wilson urged the Council to consider the quality of
life of the residents by denying the project.
Henry Wong, 3082 Roanoke Lane, resident of the City for
20 years, expressed understanding of the difficult
decision the Council will be making in that there will
be disappointment by some no matter what the outcome
of the Council vote. He added that no one would like
to have this City referred to as "Goat Hill" nor would
they want to live in Santa Ana, Garden Grove, Stanton,
or some other cities. Mr. Wong stated that he lives
near South Coast Plaza and is proud of it.
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Bruce Mayheu, 924 Dahlia Avenue, spoke in opposition
to the project, stating he does not want a berm blocking
his view.
Henry Segerstrom reminded the Council that all citizens
of Costa Mesa should be considered when making a deci-
sion.
ecision. Mr. Segerstrom reiterated that the homeowners
will be"protected.
There being no other speakers, Mayor Hall closed the
public hearings.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 12:25 p.m., and the meet-
ing
eeting reconvened at 12:40 p.m.
Mayor Hall announced that he would start the discussion
since he was quoted as supporting the project. The
Mayor stated that the issues are planning in general;
and impacts to adjoining homeowners, the immediate area,
and the City in general; and that special attention must
be given to the, surrounding homes in regard to noise,
view, privacy, and peace and tranquility. Mayor Hall
felt that noise, especially traffic noise, is the most
detrimental to the area. He pointed out that an
uninterrupted noise wall is the only solution, the
higher the better, and this project proposes an 18 -foot
berm, which is best for the residents. The Mayor's
opinion is that the proposed berm is a better sound
attentuator than any high density residential use since
that use would emit noise 24 hours a day.
The Mayor went on to state that view has not been suffi-
ciently
ufficiently addressed in any documents; however, if the
project is built, the landscape on the hill will be the
view. On the other hand, if the property is developed
for residential use, two-story buildings will be the
view. The Mayor also mentioned that privacy will not
be compromised because the landscaped hill will allow
more privacy than two-story buildings. He noted that
Wakeham Park, one of the best in the City, is located
in this area and if the subject property is developed
for residential, the park will not be adequate for
the new residents.
Mayor Hall referred to the South Coast Area Transporta-
tion Study which was a joint study by the cities of
Costa Mesa and Santa Ana, the Orange County Transit
District, and the Orange County Transportation Comm1S-
sion. The report was completed in 1981, prior to the
Arnel and Segerstrom projects, and indicates that
traffic will double by 1995; therefore, traffic will
escalate whether or not this project is approved.
Mayor Hall commented that the City's paramedic, fire,
police, communications, recreation, and street repair
1
services are outstanding, and that if the project is
denied, then spending must be reduced now and we will
be telling the commercial world to forget Costa Mesa.
Vice Mayor Johnson commended the Segerstroms and the
homeowners on their excellent presentations. He
commented that all Council Members are sincere in
wanting the best for Costa Mesa. The Vice Mayor
voiced his opinion that traffic will increase regard-
less of the decision made this evening. He stated
that revenue is needed and this is the best project
for the area.
Councilman McFarland thanked the applicant and home-
owners for outstanding presentations and expressed
appreciation for the comments of all who appeared.
He felt that there is more to be considered than the
18 acres involved in the Segerstrom property, and
that is the 52 acres which Arnel intends to develop.
Councilman McFarland stated that his greatest concern
is the increased traffic, and expressed his belief that
parking will spill over into the residential area.
As to revenue, Councilman McFarland conceded that the
project will bring in a substantial amount of money;
however, there are other projects, such as hotels,
which will generate a good deal of revenue as well.
Councilman McFarland addressed the need for housing,
stating that more jobs require more housing. He also
commented that after reading the Environmental Impact
Report, he found little reason to support the project
although he could justify this one project but not
the Arnel development.
Councilwoman Schafer stated that no matter what the
decision, some people will be unhappy. She mentioned
how difficult it has been to decide whether or not
commercial developments should be approved west of Bear
Street, and her decision will be based on what she feels
is best for the City. Councilwoman Schafer mentioned
that many surrounding cities are having financial prob-
lems and would be delighted to have such a project in
their communities. She also commented that the appli-
cant
pplicant has done everything to please the homeowners, and
if it weren't for the Segerstroms, Costa Mesa would not
be the City it is today.
Councilwoman Hertzog expressed her agreement with the
comments made by Councilman McFarland in that the
available information supports denial. She stated
that the project is beautiful, but not for this area.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by
EIR Accepted Vice Mayor Johnson, to accept the Environmental Impact
Report, including staff's comments and public input, -
staff's memorandum dated August 5, 1983, regarding
change in environmental impacts; and staff's memorandum
dated November 1, 1983, concerning revised housing and
traffic impacts, to certify the document as adequate
and accurate; and to add the following:
1. Submit a plan to take into consideration the over-
flow parking during the Christmas season.
2. Submit a plan for a walking bridge linking the new
development to South Coast Plaza and to Two Town
Center to help alleviate the traffic.
3. 'Submit a plan for installation of sidewalks along
South Coast Drive.
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4. Submit plan for crossing guards for school children
attending Bear Street School to mitigate concerns
of traffic for children in the a.m. and p.m.
5. Submit plans for security to share with the Council
and the homeowners so that they are aware of the
security measures taken.
6. Submit plans for working with the City and CALTRANS
on the off- and on -ramps of the San Diego Freeway
to alleviate some of the traffic on Bear Street.
7. Submit plan on handling the shortage of housing
units caused by this project and others by the
Segerstram people.
The motion carried 5-0.
MOTION FOR
A motion was made by Councilwanan Schafer, seconded by
GP -83-2A
Vice Mayor Johnson, to adopt Resolution 83-107, being
Resolution 83-107
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
Adopted
MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
GP -83-2A, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF
COSTA MESA, approving Option I, as shown in the Staff
Report entitled, "General Plan Amendment GP -83-2A and
Rezone Petition R-83-03"; and incorporating into the
record the following staff reports: memorandum dated
October 28, 1983, from Rock Miller and Mark Sellheim;
memorandum dated October 28, 1983, from Mark Sellheim;
and memorandum dated November 1, 1983, from Mike
Robinson.
At the Mayor's suggestion, Councilwoman Schafer amended
her motion by incorporating the seven mitigation meas-
ures which were included in the Environmental Impact
Report. The amended motion was seconded by Vice Mayor
Johnson, and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hertzog, McFarland
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
MOTION FOR
On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Vice
R-83-03
Mayor Johnson, Ordinance 83-24, being AN ORDINANCE OF
Ordinance 83-24
THE CITY CODICIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
First Reading
CHANGING THE ZONING OF A PORTION OF THE LAND DESCRIBED
IN THE FINAL DECREE OF PARTITION OF THE RANCHO SANTIAGO
DE SANTA ANA WHICH WAS ENTERED SEPTEMBER 12, 1968, IN
BOOK "B" OF JUDGEMENTS OF THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE
SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT IN AND FOR LOS ANGELES
COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, FROM Al TO PDC, was given first
reading and passed to second reading by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hertzog, McFarland
ABSENT: COUNCIL METERS: None
MOTION
A motion was made by Councilwanan Schafer, seconded by
Accept Only the
Vice Mayor Johnson, that the only plan acceptable to
Plan Submitted
the City is the plan which has been submitted by the
by Applicant
applicant; and that the Planned Development contain
all conditions and mitigating factors which the Council
finds are necessary. The motion carried by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hertzog
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 1:40 a.m., and the
meeting reconvened at 1:50 a.m.
K%RRANTS On motion by Councilman McFarland, seconded by Council-
woman Hertzog, Warrant Resolution 1230, including
MOTION Payroll 8321, was approved by the following roll call
Warrant 1230 vote:
Approved AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Hertzog, seconded by Council -
Warrant 1231 man McFarland, Warrant Resolution 1231 was approved by
Approved the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS The City Attorney requested authorization to settle the
claim of Gerald McGuire as outlined in staff's conf i
McGuire Claim dential memorandum dated October 18, 1983.
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Vice
Settlement Mayor Johnson, the requested settlement was authorized
Authorized by the following roll call vote:
AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
Stroot The City Attorney requested authority to increase the
Condemnation offer in connection with the Stroot condemnation. The
details are contained in his confidential memorandum
dated October 31, 1983.
MOTION On motion by Vice Mayor Johnson, seconded by Council -
Offer Increase woman Schafer, staff and the City Attorney were
Authorized authorized to increase the offer as requested. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
CITY MANAGER
REPORTS The City Manager presented an ordinance concerning a
new position of Transportation Services Engineer. The
Transportation Municipal Code currently gives certain powers and duties
Services Engineer to the Traffic Engineer, but that position is vacant and
unbudgeted. The proposed ordinance would give these
authorities and duties to the Transportation Services
Engineer.
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Ordinance 83-25 woman Hertzog, Ordinance 83-25, being AN ORDINANCE OF
First Reading THE CITY CODICIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
CONCERNING THE OFFICE OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
ENGINEER, was given first reading and passed to second
reading by the following roll call vote:
.AYES: CODICIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: CODICIL MEMBERS: None
Agreement - Allen The City Manager recommended approval of a contract with
Ralph Allen and Partners, 520 North Main Street, Santa
Downtown Library Ana, in the amount of $58,000.00, for architectural
services for construction of a new library to be a maxi
mum of 7,500 square feet.
The City will retain ownership of the property and
improvements while the County of Orange will occupy the
premises and provide library services. The County is
contributing $250,000.00 towards the project in lieu of
lease payments. The design, plans, and specifications
developed by the architects will be subject to approval
by an Architectural Review Committee consisting of staff
representatives from the County and City. The project
will be brought back before the Council for approval
prior to commencement of construction.
MOTION On motion by Councilman McFarland, seconded by Council -
Agreement woman Hertzog, the agreement was approved, and the Mayor
Approved and Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Cable Franchise The City Manager presented a resolution authorizing the
City Manager to enter into negotiations with Copley/
Colony Cablevision of Costa Mesa, Incorporated, for a
nonexclusive francise to construct and operate a cable
cornmum ications system within the City of Costa Mesa.
Jack Clifford, of Copley/Colony Cablevision, reported
that the company is based in Rhode Island and is one of
the largest in the nation providing this service. Mr.
Clifford stated he believes that Copley's application
is outstanding and the cable system proposed for the
City will be the best system in the United States.
Mr. Clifford introduced members of the Copley/Colony
staff.
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Resolution 83-108 woman Hertzog, Resolution 83-108, being A RESOLUTION OF
Adopted THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO NEGOTIATIONS
WITH COPLEY/COLONY CABLEVISION OF COSTA MESA, INCOR-
PORATED, FOR THE AWARD OF A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE
FOR CABLE COMMUN ICATICiS SERVICES, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NEW BUSINESS
The City Manager presented a request from a Costa Mesa
Request for police officer for a grievance hearing before the City
Grievance Hearing Council. The officer is appealing an administrative
decision.
MOTION On motion by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by Council -
Request Denied woman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, the request was denied.
ORAL Michael Szkaradek, 1555 Mesa Verde Drive East, Costa
COMMUNICATIONS Mesa, stated that his rent has just been increased by
a large percentage and asked the Council to adopt an
Rent urgency ordinance limiting the amount of rent increases.
Increases Mayor Hall responded that rent control tends to dis-
courage the construction of apartment units and that
a better solution is construction of more housing.
COUNCILMANIC Mayor Hall reported that he had received a letter from
COMMENTS Councilman Don Holt of the City of Placentia requesting
the Council's support for a seat on the Orange County
Orange County Transportation Commission. In the event he is selected
Transportation for the Commission, Councilman Holt will give up his
Commission seat on the Orange County Transit District Board.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Schafer, seconded by
MOrTION Councilwoman Hertzog, and carried 5-0, to support
Don Holt City of Placentia Councilman Don Holt for a seat on
Recommended the Orange County Transportation Commission.
Fullerton City The Mayor presented a resolution commending Fullerton
Councilman City Councilman Duane Winters for his years of service
Duane Winters with"the California League of Cities. On motion by
Ca mended Mayor Hall, seconded by Councilwaman Hertzog, Resolution
83-109, being A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUTCIL OF THE
MOTION CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFOISIIA, RECO(NIZING FULLEI=
Resolution 83-109 CITY COUNCILMAN DMNE WINTERS IN APPRECIATION OF FIFTEEN
Adopted YEARS OF SERVICE WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY DIVISION OF THE
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES, was adopted by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hall, Johnson, Hertzog,
McFarland, Schafer
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COLUCIL MEMBERS: None
ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the ming d of urned at 2:10 .m.
Mayor of the City of Costa Mesa
ATTEST:
C ty Clerk of the City of Costa sa