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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/07/1994 - City Councilr•� 347 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA FEBRUARY 7, 1994 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session February 7, 1994, at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. The meeting was called to order by the Vice Mayor, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, and invocation by Mr. Wayne Kraiss, Southern California College. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Vice Mayor Jay Humphrey Council Member Mary Hornbuckle Council Member Peter Buffa Council Member Joe Erickson Council Members Absent: Mayor Sandra Genis (Arrived at 7:45 p.m.) Officials Present: City Manager Allan Roeder City Attorney Thomas Kathe Deputy City Manager/Development Services Donald Lamm Transportation Services Manager Peter Naghavi Redevelopment Project Manager Muriel Berman Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Council Member Buffa, seconded by Council Member January 17, 1994 Erickson, and carried 4-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of January 17, 1994, were approved as distributed. ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by RESOLUTIONS Council Member Buffa, and carried 4-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. ORAL COMMUNI- Roy Andreen, 2769 Cibola Avenue, Costa Mesa, representing the CATIONS Mesa del Mar Homeowners Association, addressed the proposed off - leash' dog park to be located in TeWinkle Park. He stated that this Dog Park site was chosen because of its central location and supposedly adequate space; however, he disputed both these reasons and pointed out that Fairview Park was much more spacious and not nearly as crowded. Mr. Andreen also noted that parking could be a severe problem, and surrounding residential areas would be adversely impacted. Jim Ure, 1163 Salvador Street, Costa Mesa, added his comments on the proposed dog park, stating that traffic from other areas would impact available parking; TeWinkle Park was intended for use by people; the park is currently overcrowded, especially on weekends; and the proposed park could present a potential liability. Disaster Plan Dan Gott, 953 Dahlia Avenue, Costa Mesa, discussed his concept for a disaster plan which would involve citizen participation and provide information on persons to contact and shelter locations should an emergency occur. He suggested soliciting communica- tions support from utility companies, such as, telephone, water, gas, and electricity. The City Manager informed Mr. Gott that he would 848 have the City's Communications Director, who is in charge of disaster preparedness, telephone him the next day. Carl Bureman, 447 Princeton Drive, Costa Mesa, relayed the fact that residents of College Park have initiated a disaster preparedness program wherein citizens are organized into teams. He suggested contacting Marie Maples for information on this subject. On behalf of the College Park Homeowners Association, he voiced support of Mr. Andreen's opposition to the off -leash dog park. Santa Ana River Roy Pizarek, 1923 Whittier Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported that the Bridge Crossings Technical Advisory Group (TAG), which represents the cities of Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and Fountain Valley regarding deletion of the Santa Ana River bridge crossings, is not accurately following the Board of Supervisors' recommen- dations. Mr. Pizarek asked that the City Attorney review. the minutes of the TAG meetings which are held every Thursday. Vice Mayor Humphrey asked the City Manager, City Attorney, and staff to investigate means to ensure that the Board of Supervisors' directions are followed precisely. Graffiti Problem Mike Howard, 1578 Minorca Drive, Costa Mesa, Director of Operation Clean Slate, reported that he has a program designed for school students to educate them about the graffiti problem, and suggested positive alternatives. He stated that graffiti damages properties, deters business, frightens people, and is expensive to eradicate. The City Manager suggested that graffiti be placed on an upcoming study session agenda. Mr. Howard mentioned that he has a video and other information to present at that time. Soffer Comments Sid Soffer, 900 Arbor Street, Costa Mesa, commented on the graffiti problems, the City's monetary problems, traffic signal coordination, and the storm drain system. CONSENT The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar: Item CALENDAR 4(b), Claim from Gregory Allen Scafferty. MOTION On motion by Council Member Buffa, seconded by Council Member Approved Except Erickson, and carried 5-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items Item 4(b) were approved as recommended. READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed: Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Julio Ceja; Jeffrey R. Eichelberger; Jerry Jensen; Herbert Rosner; and Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim from Christopher M. Curtis. SET FOR PUBLIC The following item was set for public hearing on February 22, 1994, HEARING/Hearing at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall: Set for February 22, 1994, for User Fees 1994-95 Public Safety User Fees and Charges. WARRANTS Warrant Resolution 1564, funding City operating expenses in the Approved Warrant amount of $988,955.15; and'Payroll 9401 for $1,513,634.29, were 1564; Payroll 9401 approved. REJECTED CLAIM- The claim from Franco J. Rocco (private vehicle v. motorcycle Rocco accident; alleged unsafe road, signal, and/or lighting design), was rejected. 1 ADMINISTRATIVE Bids for Bid Item No. 958, Two Used Sedans, are on file in the City ACTIONS\Rejected Clerk's office. All bids were rejected, and staff was authorized to Bids for Bid Item 958 readvertise. Awarded Bid Item Bids for Bid Item No. 959, One New 58,000 -Pound G.V.W.R. 959, One Diesel Diesel Truck with ,,.a,, Combination High Pressure Sewer Cleaner/ Truck, to Nixon -Egli Vacuum Machine, -are on file in the City Clerk's office. The contract was awarded to Nixon -Egli Equipment Company, 12030 Clark Street, Santa Fe Springs, for $179,934.87, including tax. Awarded Rea Roof Roof Replacement and Repair Work at Rea Center, 661 Hamilton Work, Project No. Street, Project No. 93-15, was awarded to Checorski Roofing 93-15, to Checorski Company, 8122 Wenlock Circle, Huntington Beach, for $44,444.00. Accepted Street Street improvements for Planning Action PA -88-131 for property at Improvements for 1870 Harbor Boulevard, were completed to the satisfaction of the PA -88-131; Triangle Public Services Department by Triangle Square Associates, same Square Associates address as above, Suite B-002, and the bonds were ordered exonerated. Adopted Resolution Resolution 94-2, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 94-2 for Mesa Verde. THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, FINDING AND Library Repairs DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST REQUIRES WAIVING THE BID PROCESS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS AGREEMENT FOR THE EMERGENCY REPAIRS TO THE ROOF OF THE MESA VERDE LIBRARY, was adopted; and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the City with Sears Roofing Service, 5850 Obispo Avenue,_ Long Beach, for an amount not to exceed $24,684.00. Adopted Resolution Resolution 94-3, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 94-3 Approving THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE Addendum to HOME FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE HOME INVESTMENT Agreements PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT NO. M92-MC060507 AND THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO DISBURSEMENT PROCEDURES AGREEMENT, was adopted. Approved Amendment The City Manager was authorized to amend the Scope of Work to to CDBG Agreement the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement with with Girls Inc. for Girls Incorporated of Newport Mesa to include bid specifications for Roof Specifications roofing the building at 1815 Anaheim Avenue. Scafferty Claim Item 4(b) on the Consent Calendar was presented: Claim from Gregory Allen Scafferty (alleged that City failed to enforce Building Code violations). Sid Soffer, 900 Arbor Street, Costa Mesa, MOTION explained his understanding of the reasons for this claim. On Rejected Claim motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council Member Hornbuckle, and carried 4-0, the claim was rejected. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced:..that this was the time and place Antennas set for the public hearing to consider an ordinance repealing Sections 13-313, 13-353, and 13-353.5, and adding Sections 13-857, 13-858, 13-859, 13-859.1, and 13-859.2 to the Costa Mesa Municipal Code regarding antennas. Environmental Determination: Negative Declaration. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. Vice Mayor Humphrey announced that continuation of this item had been discussed. The Deputy City Manager/Development Services summarized the Agenda Report dated January 31, 1994. 50 Council Member Hornbuckle expressed her interest in continuingthe item because of serious concern regarding communication antennas in relation to commercial use. She suggested obtaining input from the communications industry during the 30 -day continuance. She recommended that explanatory literature be made available to individuals seeking approval of a satellite dish antenna, and suggested that formatting be in three sections. She objected to commercial antennas being installed in a residential area or on a nonresidential parcel which is adjacent to a residential zone. Carl Bureman, 447 Princeton Drive, Costa Mesa, agreed with Council Member Hornbuckle's comments; however, he questioned several parts of the ordinance. The Deputy City Manager/Develop- ment Services explained that the minor Conditional Use Permit enables staff to review these projects, and no fees are required. Sid Soffer, 900 Arbor Street, Costa Mesa, believed that satellite antennas would soon be obsolete, and at present, were of no danger to children or property values. He recommended that a higher antenna be allowed for emergency usage. Fried Heyn, 962 Cheyenne Street, Costa Mesa, Southwest Division Director of American Radio Relay League, explained the benefits of amateur radio operators during emergencies, and expressed support for the ordinance. MOTION On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Council Continued to Member Buffa, and carried 4-0, the public hearing was continued to March 7, 1994 the meeting of March 7, 1994. NEW BUSINESS Restructuring of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CDBG Public Service Public Service Grant Distribution: Grant Distribution Establish a minimum grant amount and a maximum number of public service grants. Authorize the City Manager to issue a targeted Request for Proposal (RFP) for projects designed to implement the "continuum of care" concept, with extra points given during the rating process to nonprofit agencies offering these services. Funding ratios contained in the Comprehensive Housing Afford- ability Strategy (CHAS). The Redevelopment Project Manager reviewed the Agenda. Report dated February 7, 1994: Council Member Erickson commented on the tremendous administration costs for the City, as well as for organizations receiving grants. Considerable discussion ensued regarding various aspects of the grants distribution. Council Member Hornbuckle stressed that she would like to see funding given ,to organizations that are based in Costa Mesa. Vice Mayor Humphrey also expressed concern regarding- the administration costs which reduces funds available to smaller agencies. Mayor Genis Arrived Mayor Genis arrived at 7:45 p.m. Sid Soffer, 900 Arbor Street, Costa Mesa, reported that several years ago an outside audit was performed due to the way redevel- opment funds were being handled. Council Member Hornbuckle replied that Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding received from the Federal government was the subject of this item. MOTION A motion was made by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Options Approved Council Member Erickson, to establish a minimum amount and a maximum number of public service grants as outlined by the Redevelopment and Residential Rehabilitation (3R) Committee in the Agenda Report dated February 7, 1994, with the possibility of revisions as needed, to accommodate responses received from the organizations; authorize the City Manager to issue the targeted Request for Proposal (RFP) as outlined above, with extra points given to nonprofit agencies who form the consortia, and extra points given to agencies located in Costa Mesa; adopt the recommended funding ratios contained in the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS); and direct staff to work on intergovernmental cooperation in order to reduce paperwork. Council Member Hornbuckle clarified that even with the direction to staff to initiate intergovernmental cooperation this still could be a long process due to other agencies being involved. John DeWitt, 2000 Balearic Drive, Costa Mesa, member of the 3R Committee, received clarification of the motion. The motion carried 5-0. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented City Attorney's Report No. 94-6, Fire Department and an ordinance regarding badges for Fire Department officers. Badges The City Attorney reviewed his report dated January 18, 1994. MOTION On motion by Council Member Buffa, seconded by Council Member Ordinance 94-1 Erickson, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 94-1, AN ORDINANCE OF Given First Reading THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALI- FORNIA, ADDING SECTION 7-3 TO CHAPTER I OF TITLE 7 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING BADGES FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT OFFICERS, was given first reading and passed to second reading. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented City Attorney's Report No. 93 - Police Department 135, and an ordinance regarding badges for Police Department Badges personnel. The City Attorney reviewed his report dated December 22, 1993. MOTION On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Mayor Ordinance 94-2 Genis, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 94-2, AN ORDINANCE OF THE Given First Reading CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALI- FORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 14-25 AND 14-29 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING BADGES FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL, was given first reading and passed to second reading. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented Streetscape and Median Devel- Streetscape and opment Guidelines. The City Manager summarized the Agenda Median Development Report dated February 3, 1994, and recommended that upon Guidelines document approval, staff and the Parks, Recreation Facilities, and Parkways Commission be authorized to effect minor administrative changes as necessary. He recognized the efforts of John DeWitt in preparing this document. Council Member Hornbuckle suggested removing the reference to the Transportation Commission on Page 17; changing 1981 General Plan to 1990 General Plan on Page 44; and revising the bus shelter, sketch in the back to reflect the use of advertising. John DeWitt, 2000 Balearic Drive, Costa Mesa, responded to a question from Council Member Hornbuckle by stating that the brick trim caps required on block walls are for aesthetic purposes. He stated that the Fairgrounds "Rotary" as referred to on Page 19, Paragraph 3, came about in the mid to late -1980's and referred to a bikeway around the property which would tie into other bikeways. Mr. DeWitt reported that ReLeaf Costa Mesa was awarded a $4,500.00 grant from the State of California which will be used for the "greening" of Baker Street, and in the next two months, trees will be planted in the area of Fairview Road, Babb Street, and Bear Street; and also Harbor Boulevard and Fairview Road. MOTION i On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Council Guidelines Approved Member Buffa, and carried 5-0, the Guidelines were approved, and the Parks, Recreation Facilities, and Parkways Commission was delegated authority to make minor changes to the document. CITY ATTORNEY'S The City Attorney requested a closed session pursuant to Govern- REPORT/Request ment Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss Mary Sharp, a minor by for Closed Session: and through her Guardian Ad Litem, Carol Sharp v. City of Costa Sharp v. City Mesa, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 91C4650. The Vice Mayor announced that closed session would be held at the close of regular business. CITY MANAGER'S The City Manager commented that efforts with the employee's REPORT suggestion program have been ongoing for several years, and j research has been done using many resources. COUNCIL MEMBER Council Member Erickson reported that he and Council Member COMMENTS j Hornbuckle attended the opening of Balboa Instruments who Balboa Instruments indicated that they moved to Costa Mesa because of the timely Opening permit and move -in process. He explained the City Manager's and Deputy City Manager's program wherein documents are hand carried through the system to expedite approval. Helicopter Program Council Member Erickson commended the Police Department Heli - Commendation copter Program for their recent assistance in locating a lost child. Jean Hall Passing Council Members Buffa and Humphrey expressed their sympathy on the passing of Jean Hall, wife of former Mayor Donn Hall. Mayor Genis announced that on April 21, 1994, Volunteer Day and Volunteer Day/ Earth Day, there will be numerous activities throughout the City, Earth Day ending with a get-together of volunteers at Canyon Park. She reported on a meeting held recently with the cities of Santa Ana and Homeless Issue Anaheim regarding the homeless issue. The Mayor stated she is currently attending a Crime Summit which points out the need to Crime Summit work together with other agencies, such as the school district. ADJOURNMENT TO At 8:20 p.m., the Vice Mayor adjourned the meeting, to a closed CLOSED SESSION session in the City Clerk's office to discuss the item previously listed under City Attorney's Reports. MEETING j The Vice Mayor reconvened the meeting at 8:45 p.m., and the RECONVENED action taken during closed session was announced. MOTION/Settle- Regarding Mary Sharp, a minor by and through her Guardian Ad ment Authorized Litem, Carol Sharp v. City of Costa Mesa; et al., Orange County in Sharp v. City Superior Court Case No. 91C4650, by a vote of 5-0, Council rejected the settlement demand and authorized settlement outlined in the City Attorney's confidential memorandum of January 27, 1994. f] [1 II I 11 353 ADJOURNMENT The Vice Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Mayor of the City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: Deputy Ci o Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa