HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/07/1995 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COSTA MESA
AUGUST 7, 1995
The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in
regular session August 7, 1995, 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 Mayor, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag led by Council Member Monahan, and
invocation by Mr. Robert B. Erickson, The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter -Day Saints.
ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Mayor Joe Erickson
Mayor Pro Tem Peter Buffa
Council Member Mary Hornbuckle
Council Member Sandra Genis
Council Member Gary Monahan
Council Members Absent: None
Officials Present: City Manager Allan Roeder
City Attorney Thomas Kathe
Deputy City Manager/Development
Services Donald Lamm
Public Services Director William
Morris
Finance Director Susan Temple
Assistant Finance Director Marc Davis
Assistant Development Director/
Planning Manager Perry Valantine
Principal Planner Mike Robinson
Police Lieutenant Alan Kent
Assistant to the City Manager
Ann Gyben
Administrative Assistant Irma
Hernandez
Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott
MINUTES On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
July 17, 1995 Monahan, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of
July 17, 1995, were approved as distributed.
ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council
RESOLUTIONS Member Genis, and carried 5-0, to read all ordinances and
resolutions by title only.
Neighborhood Watch Council Member Monahan announced that the Neighborhood Watch
Program meetings for July were conducted by Marie White on Broadway, and
Diane Ishida on Sunrise Circle. He applauded their efforts to
promote the program, and encouraged residents to participate.
School Board Mayor Erickson recognized Newport -Mesa Unified School District
Members Recognized Board members in attendance: Ed Decker, Jim Ferryman, and
Carolyn Stocker.
ORAL COMMUNI- Tony Petros, 2135 Iris Place, Costa Mesa, thanked Mayor Erickson
CATIONS for attending a farewell ceremony the previous Wednesday, August
Farewell Ceremony 2, 1995, for a parcel of land which has been used for neighborhood
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festivities over the years, and which is in the process of being
surrounded by a chain-link fence.
Handicap Access Cathy Hilterbran, Vantage Foundation, 661 Hamilton Street, Costa
Near Fedco Mesa, reported that handicapped persons utilizing the bus system for
transportation to the Fedco store at Harbor Boulevard and Baker
Street are placed in an unsafe situation due to the lack of a
crosswalk, curb cut, etc., in the appropriate area for the return trip.
Mayor Erickson asked the Public Services Director to forward a
report on handicap accessibility near Fedco to Council, Cathy, and
Greg Brown at the Vantage Foundation.
Pomona Avenue Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, secretary to the
Circle K; Garage Pomona Avenue Neighborhood Association, read a letter from the
Sales Association to the Circle K"Corporation outlining concerns about the
clientele at the Circle K on Pomona Avenue and related drug and
alcohol problems. She suggested that enhanced code enforcement
efforts would aid in reducing these problems. Ms. Davidson also
reported that garage sales are held every weekend on properties
adjacent to the Circle K.
Hildegarde Gonzales, 1932 Pomona Avenue, Costa Mesa, President
of the Pomona Avenue Neighborhood Association, stated that her
property is seriously impacted by the Circle K patrons, with litter
strewn about every day and public drunkenness at all hours' of the
day and night. She thought that the store should relocate to 19th
Street where more businesses are situated. The City Manager
reported that he has a list of "perpetual" garage sale locations on
Pomona Avenue, and that privatization of code enforcement has
been approved which will mean increased enforcement on weekends.
Mesa Consolidated Heather Somers, 427 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa, President of the
Water District East Side Homeowners Association, reported on the basic design
problems of Mesa Consolidated Water District's 18 -million -gallon
water reservoir which is submerged under Lindbergh School play
area, 220 East 23rd Street. She referred to a letter to the District
from Franklin T. Hamamura, District Engineer, State of California,
Department of Health Services, 28 Civic Center Plaza, Room 325,
Santa Ana, which enumerates the Health Department's concerns,
such as, plans which were not submitted for review or approval
prior to construction, and the common inlet/outlet configuration
which could potentially create water quality problems. The City
Manager reported that a meeting regarding the reservoir will be held
on Thursday, August 10, 1995, at 7:30 p.m. at the Mesa Consol-
idated Water District offices.
Nancy Palme, 1997 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa, addressed the cost
of the Lindbergh School reservoir, now over $22 million including
the price of the land, and which is projected to be $31 million at
completion.
Costa Mesa Senior Mrs. Palme reported that the Costa Mesa Senior Center event,
Center Event which was held to celebrate three years of operation, was a success.
Council Member Hornbuckle added that over 1,000 seniors enrolled
in the Seniors Actively Giving Enrichment (SAGE) program by
contributing approximately $12.00 per year to the Center.
CONSENT The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar:
CALENDAR Item 6, Agreement with KA Consultants, for $125,000.00, for
CDBG code enforcement services, and Budget Adjustment No. 96-
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06; and Item 13, Designation of voting delegates for the annual
League of California Cities conference.
MOTION/Approved On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
Except Items 6 Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items
and 13 were approved as recommended.
READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed.
Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Charles Chisum;
Lucia Hendriks; Cecil L. Jackson; Alex M. Matkovich, Farhad
Niavarani; Prudential Insurance Company of America; and
EuDine Sheldon -Smith.
Alcoholic Beverage Alcoholic Beverage License for which parking has been approved
License by the Planning staff: Ignacio Martin Giles, Juan Manuel Martin
Giles, Antonio=;Salazar Martin, and Maria Reyna Martin, doing
business as Captain Nash's, 2574 Newport Boulevard.
SET FOR PUBLIC The following item was set for public hearing on August 21, 1995,
HEARING/User Fees at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall:
Hearing Set for
August 21, 1995 1995-96 User Fees and Charges.
WARRANTS Warrant Resolution 1603, funding City operating expenses in the
Approved Warrant amount of $1,266,242.69; and Payroll 9514 for $1,277,582.28, were
1603; Payroll 9514 approved.
REJECTED CLAIMS The following claims were rejected:
Haddock Donald Haddock (camper shell damaged by overhanging tree
branch).
Palazuelos Cynthia Palazuelos (fall in street while unloading a school bus).
Payan/Secrest Deborah and Daniel Payan, Lisa Ann and Helena Secrest, a minor
(vehicle collision, alleged dangerous condition).
Snyder Mickey Lynn Snyder (vehicle struck by a private trash hauling
truck).
Sterling Casualty Sterling Casualty Company, as subrogee for Conor Murray
Company/Murray (vehicle damaged in solo accident).
ADMINISTRATIVE An agreement with W. Paul Miller, 5841 Raphael Drive, Huntington
ACTIONS/Approved Beach, in an amount not to exceed $53,000.00, for housing
Agreement with rehabilitation consultant services for Community Development Block
W. Paul Miller for Grant (CDBG) neighborhood improvement programs, was approved;
CDBG Housing and the City Manager was authorized to sign subject to final
Rehab Services approval by the City Attorney.
Approved Agreement An agreement with the City of Fountain Valley to provide vehicle
with Fountain Valley maintenance services to the Fountain Valley Fire Department, was
for Vehicle Mainte- approved, and the City Manager and Deputy City Clerk were
nance authorized to sign on behalf of the City.
Approved Agreement An agreement with Crossroads Software, 650 Tamarack Avenue,
with Crossroads for No. 312, Brea, for $57,997.54, to develop the Traffic Collision
Traffic Records; Records System Modification Project, was approved; the Mayor and
Approved Adjustment Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the
City; and Budget Adjustment No. 96-04 for $58,000.00, was approved.
Approved Agreement An agreement with Dokken Engineering, 13054 Gold Canal Drive,
with Dokken for Rancho Cordova, for $57,758.04, to prepare engineering design
Harbor/South Coast/ plans for a tie -back retaining wall for the Harbor Boulevard/South
I-405 Retaining Wall Coast Drive/I-405 Freeway Interchange Project, was approved; the
Engineering Design; Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of
Approved Adjustment the City; and Budget Adjustment No. 96-05 for $68,000.00, was
approved.
Adopted Resolution Resolution 95-62, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
95-62 Establishing THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
Payment Plan for A PAYMENT PLAN FOR TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES
Traffic Impact Fees PERTAINING TO NEW DEVELOPMENT IN THE CITY OF
COSTA MESA, was adopted.
Adopted Resolution Resolution 95-63, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
95-63 Establishing THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
Employer -Employee PROCEDURES GOVERNING EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE
Procedures ORGANIZATION RELATIONS, was adopted.
Approved CHOC A request from the Children's Hospital of Orange County for partial
Walkathon Street closure of Avenue of the Arts, Anton Boulevard, and Town Center
Closures and Park Center Drives, on Sunday, October 15, 1995, at 9:00
a.m., for the CHOC Walkathon, was approved.
Agreement with KA Item 6 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Agreement with KA
Consultants for Consultants, 3309 Florida Circle, Costa Mesa, in an amount not to
CDBG Code Enforce- exceed $125,000.00, for CDBG code enforcement services; and
ment; and -Budget Budget Adjustment No. 96-06 for $125,000.00. The City Manager
Adjustment No. 96-06 asked that this item be removed from the agenda in order to
investigate a different approach to handling the program. On motion
MOTION/Removed by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
from Agenda Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, the item was withdrawn.
League of California Item 13 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Designation of
Cities Conference voting delegates for the annual League of California Cities
conference. Mayor Erickson asked for reconsideration of the
MOTION conference delegates. On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa,
Appointed Erickson seconded by Council Member Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, Mayor
Delegate, Genis Erickson was appointed Delegate, and Council Member Genis was
Alternate appointed Alternate Delegate to the League conference.
PUBLIC ,HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place
Weed Removal set for the public hearing to consider a resolution -approving and
confirming the report' of the Fire Chief or his designee, showing the
cost of the Weed Abatement Program. The Affidavit of Posting is
on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were
received. The City Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated July
24, 1995.
MOTION On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
Resolution 95-64 Genis, and carried 5-0, Resolution 95-64, A RESOLUTION OF
Adopted THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND CONFIRMING THE REPORT
OF THE FIRE CHIEF OR HIS DESIGNEE, SHOWING THE
COST OF REMOVING RUBBISH AND WEEDS AND REFUSE
OR DIRT ON OR IN FRONT OF EACH SEPARATE PARCEL OF
LAND IN THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, was adopted.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place
Bear Street School
set for the public hearing to consider applications from Carolyn
Site; R-95-02, PA -95-
Stocker, -agent for the Newport -Mesa Unified School District, for
36, and T-15211
property located at 3100 Bear Street (Bear Street school site):
Rezone Petition R-95-02, to rezone from R1 (Single-family
residential) and I & R (Institutional and Recreational - School) to
.PDR -LD (Planned Development Residential - Low Density);
Planning Action PA -95-36, a development plan for a 79 -unit, small
lot, single-family residential development (4,000 square feet
minimum lot size); and Tentative Tract Map T-15211, for an 82 -lot
subdivision. Environmental Determination: Negative Declaration
(available for review for 20 days in the Planning Division). The
Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No
communications were received. The Principal Planner summarized
the Agenda Report dated July 18, 1995.
Mark Rogers, Dudek & Associates, Inc., 605 East Third Street,
Encinitas, design firm for the project, gave a brief overview of their
goals, and stated that the undertaking is in compliance with the
General Plan designation for low density residential. He explained
that his firm was dedicated to high quality, and that they had
communicated with the residents through workshops.
Mrs. Hanna, 3111 Platte Drive, Costa Mesa, whose property is
adjacent to the project, thought that the 4,000 -square -foot lot size
was very small, and suggested decreasing the number of units.
Kim Kasell, 3057 Yukon Avenue, Costa Mesa, expressed concern
that the project would create traffic difficulties on Paularino Avenue,
and suggested using development funds to improve the intersection
at Paularino Avenue and Bear Street. The Public Services Director
indicated that the additional right-of-way dedication for westbound
Paularino Avenue traffic making a right-hand turn onto northbound
Bear Street should reduce some of the potential problems; however,
an investigation of the area had not indicated the need for a traffic
signal.
Mark Harris, 917 Tanana Place, Costa Mesa, also spoke regarding
the aforementioned intersection, mentioning potential problems such
as an increase in traffic due to automobiles destined for travel on the
73 and I-405 freeways, and the danger to children going to Shiffer
Park.
Heather Somers, 427 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa, suggested that
because of the limited ingress and egress to the homes, another
entrance onto Paularino Avenue could be created to allow greater
flexibility in case of fire. The Principal Planner responded that
emergency access has been created from the southerly loop street via
a crash gate, and the cul-de-sacs will be widened from 30 to 36 feet
to accommodate fire equipment.
There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
Adopted Resolution Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, Resolution 95-65, A RESOLUTION
95-65 Adopting the OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
Negative Declaration CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION
FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE BEAR STREET SCHOOL
SITE LOCATED AT 3100 BEAR STREET, COSTA MESA, was
adopted.
MOTION On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
Gave First Reading to Genis, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 95-12, AN ORDINANCE OF
Ordinance 95-12 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
Adopting Rezone CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REZONE PETITION R-95-02,
Petition R-95-02 CHANGING THE ZONING OF 3100 BEAR STREET FROM
I&R-S AND R1 TO PDR -LD, was given first reading and passed to
second reading.
MOTION
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Buffa, seconded by Council Member
Adopted Resolution
Genis, and carried 5-0, the following resolutions were adopted:
95-66 Approving
PA -95-36; adopted
Resolutions 95-66, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Resolution 95-67
OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
Approving Tentative
APPROVING PLANNING ACTION PA -95-36; and
Tract Map T-15211
Resolution 95-67, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP T-15211.
OLD BUSINESS
The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of July 17, 1995,
Sign Regulations;
second reading and adoption of Ordinance 95-10, AN ORDINANCE
Ordinance 95-10
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER VI, SIGNS, FROM
TITLE 5 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND
ADOPTING AMENDED SIGN REGULATIONS AS CHAPTER
XIV OF TITLE 13 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE.
The Deputy City Manager/Development Services reviewed the
Agenda Report dated July 31, 1995. The Planning Manager
explained the difficulties in administration and enforcement if
temporary signage is included in the total amount of signage
allowed.
Ed Fawcett, Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce, 1835 Newport
Boulevard, Suite E-270, Costa Mesa, recommended that second
reading of the ordinance be continued for two weeks in order for
staff to review the formula used to calculate total signage, and to
separate temporary signage from that total. He suggested that
Section 13-963 be revised to include replacement of signs, still
allowing the 50 percent nonconformity, which would encourage the
removal of signs which are dilapidated.
Charles Robertson, 1885 Tahiti Drive, Costa Mesa, thought that the
revised sign ordinance had been liberalized more than intended,
suggesting that the City's control had been reduced. He reported
that the Sign Ordinance Review Committee, comprised primarily of
local businessmen and sign industry representatives, did not request
this amount of square footage or unrestricted use of signs. Mr.
Robertson supported retaining the existing sign ordinance and
making modifications to meet current business needs.
Kim Kasell, 3057 Yukon Avenue, Costa Mesa, representing
Diamond Sign Company, 185 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa,
believed that temporary signage and permanent signage should be
separated. She expressed concern that the City will be overrun with
signs if the ordinance under consideration is adopted in its present
state.
John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, stated that the
ordinance as presented contains' a fail-safe mechanism which
precludes signs impacting residential neighborhoods.
MOTION On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Council
Continued to Member Genis, and carried 5-0, second reading of the ordinance
August 21, 1995 was continued to the meeting of August 21, 1995; and staff was
directed to prepare a modification that would permit easier
regulation of temporary signage, investigate enforcement, and
provide several options for separating temporary from permanent
signage.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of July 17, 1995,
Building Code and second reading and adoption of Ordinance 95-11, pertaining to
Disabled Access building code and disabled access appeals and enforcement.
Enforcement
Nancy Palme, 1997 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa, Chairperson of the
Access Appeals Board, invited Council and members of the public
to the Board meetings which are held on the second Tuesday of each
month, at 6:00 p.m., in City Hall Conference Room 1A. She
commended the ;_City on the improvements to Gisler Avenue
sidewalks, including curb cuts.
MOTION On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Mayor Pro
Ordinance 95-11 Tem Buffa, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 95-11, AN ORDINANCE
Adopted OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 5-3 TO THE COSTA MESA
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO BUILDING CODE AND
DISABLED ACCESS APPEALS AND ENFORCEMENT, was
given second reading and adopted.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented for public comment, Orange
Orange County County bankruptcy recovery options. Mayor Erickson announced
Bankruptcy that at the conclusion of public comment, this item will be continued
to the Joint City Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting on
Wednesday, August 9, 1995, at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers
of City Hall. The City Manager summarized the Agenda Report
dated July 31, 1995, and explained that City Attorney's Report No.
95-72 details the City's latitude regarding the settlement agreement.
The Finance Director reviewed the proposals as outlined in the
Agenda Report, stating that the components of the plan are being
reviewed and the refined options will be presented at the meeting on
Wednesday evening.
Council Member Genis relayed her concerns regarding apparent
political activity which has been undertaken by some of the
consultants to the Creditor's Committee. She asked the Finance
Director to bring any information regarding auditing of the
consultant's bills to the meeting on Wednesday. A question and
answer period ensued, and the City Manager explained the
circumstances involved in resolving the bankruptcy problems.
Bill Ward, 273 Hanover Drive, Costa Mesa, encouraged Council to
redirect the Measure M rail funds. from the Orange County Trans-
portation Authority (OCTA) to the County to help with the current
need for funds for schools, public safety, and other critical areas.
He suggested attempting to convince the OCTA representatives to
vote to release the rail funds to the bankruptcy recovery effort,
thereby avoiding placing the issue on the ballot.
Greg Brown, 2501 Christopher Lane, Costa Mesa, addressed the
importance of bus service and the impact of proposed cutbacks.
Tony Petros, 2135 Iris Place, Costa Mesa, referred to his letter
addressed to Council dated July 21, 1995, which indicated that the
diversion of Measure M funds to the extent proposed would be
devastating to the City. He reported that the I-405 Freeway would
be severely impacted, pointing out that improvements to the freeway
as outlined in the General Plan, would not occur and would
adversely affect many residents.
Cathy Hilterbran, 2507 Christopher Lane, Costa Mesa, spoke about
the need for buses for the handicapped.
Nancy Palme, 1997 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa, commented that
because of good management and foresight, the City of Costa Mesa
is relatively. unscathed 'by the bankruptcy and should not have to pay
for other cities who were not as wise.
Council Member Hornbuckle asked that Council meet at 5:30 p.m.,
on Wednesday, August 9, 1995, prior to the joint meeting, to
'discuss Orange County Division, League of California Cities
Resolution 17-95, which directs City representatives on the OCTA
Board to place the Measure M sales tax ordinance on a Countywide
ballot for the purpose of repeal or modification.
MOTION On motion by Council Member Genis, seconded by Council Member
Continued to Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, this item was continued to the joint
August 9, 1995 meeting on Wednesday, August 9, 1995.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented CALTRANS Intermodal Surface
CALTRANS Art Resolution Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) Transportation
Program Enhancement Activity, Program (TEA) Art Program. The Public
Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated July 31,
;1995.
Kim Kasell, 3057 Yukon Avenue, Costa Mesa, attended a
-CALTRANS meeting regarding the Art Program, and reported that
one of the goals was to alleviate the graffiti problem.
Bill Ward, 273 Hanover Drive, Costa Mesa, did not support the
,project, stating that the funds could be directed to a better use. He
proposed investigating other options for freeway beautification.
Heather Somers, 427 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa, President of the
East Side Homeowners Association, supported the previous
speaker's recommendation to explore alternate proposals.
John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, did not support the
project.
MOTION A motion was made by Council Member Genis, seconded by
Declined to Council Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, to send a letter to
Participate in CALTRANS advising them that the City declines to participate in
Program 'this program, and to forward copies to the appropriate elected
officials at the State and Federal levels.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 8:35 p.m., and reconvened the
.meeting at 8:45 p.m.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented long-term options for Shalimar
Shalimar Drive/James 'Drive and James Street neighborhood improvements. The Assistant
Street Neighborhood -to the City Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated August 1,
Improvements 1995. The Police Lieutenant responded to questions from Council,
and reported the following: the Police Department has experienced
fewer calls for service from this area, are actively involved in
neighborhood cleanup projects, and have experienced adequate
compliance with the restricted parking on Shalimar Drive; lighting
has been improved for nighttime patrol; the weekend bike patrol
continues; reserve officers have been solicited to work in the
neighborhood; most abandoned vehicles have been removed; and
positive comments have been received from the residents.
Ted Barry, 409 Holmwood Drive, Newport Beach, owner of
property at 724 James Street, Costa Mesa, spoke under Oral
Communications thanking the Mayor for his participation in the
residents meeting held at St. Joachim Catholic Church. Mr. Barry
reported that although it is inconvenient to access, Shalimar Drive
looks nicer, and recommended that the efforts continue.
Paty Madueno, 687 West 18th Street, Costa Mesa, representing the
St. Joachim organizing committee and the Shalimar Drive
community, reported on the joint meeting held on August 4, 1995,
comprised of the committee, property owners, tenants, the Police
Department, and attended by Mayor Erickson. She announced that
the next gathering would be held on August 22, 1995, at 7:00 p.m.,
at St. Joachim. She expressed appreciation to those who had
participated in the Neighbors -for -Neighbors cleanup the previous
Saturday, and distributed flyers relative to work that had been
accomplished in Santa Ana.
Suzanne Espinosa, 757 Shalimar Drive, Costa Mesa, suggested
concentrating Police Department efforts in the evening hours.
Roy Pizarek, 1923 Whittier Avenue, Costa Mesa, supported the
Shalimar Association, along with the City and the Police, in their
efforts; however, expressed concern about problems arising in
adjacent areas. He suggested developing a long-term plan.
Ignacio Sandoval, owner of 740 Shalimar Drive, Costa Mesa, felt
that progress has been made in this area, but disagreed with
changing the street name.
Carm Gullo, 17220 Newhope Street, No. 224, Fountain Valley,
representing four owners of Shalimar Drive properties and the 16
families who tenant the property, stated that he is seeking a
resolution to uniting all the owners in order to successfully repave
the alleys. He asked for the City's assistance in providing legal
enforcement after the alleys are paved. Mr. Gullo asked that the
Shalimar/James/18th Owners Association proposal for sidewalk
repair and parkway refurbishing, presented at the recent Council
Study Session, be incorporated into the City's plan. The Public
Services Director explained that sidewalk, curb and gutter repair,
and slurry sealing of the street, are approved capital improvement
items.
John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, was pleased to see the
City focusing on the troublemakers. He supported the purchase of
a mobile police substation.
Chet Cawthon, 1029 Presidio Drive, Costa Mesa, thanked the City
for its cleanup efforts.
MOTION A motion was made by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by
Police to Continue Council Member Genis, and carried 5-0, authorizing the Police
Efforts Department to continue in the direction they have been going by
working with the Immigration and Naturalization Service, the
Probation Department, and meeting with the property owners.
MOTION/Shalimar A motion was made by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by
Rename and Substa- Council Member Genis, and carried 5-0, to delay renaming of
tion Purchase Delayed Shalimar Drive and purchase of a mobile police substation.
Council Member Hornbuckle commented that because of the West
Side Substation's proximity to the Shalimar Drive neighborhood, and
its identification as a source of help and assistance, it can suffice for
the time being. She preferred retaining the name of Shalimar Drive
and making it a positive association. Council Member Genis agreed
with the previous comments, and remarked that changes in the area
are noticeable. Mayor Pro Tem Buffa indicated his interest in
departments sharing a mobile substation, and requested more
information on this option.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to establish an
Investment Over- Investment Oversight Committee. The Assistant Finance Director
sight Committee reviewed the Agenda Report dated July 20, 1995.
MOTION A motion was made by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by
Authorized Solicita- Council Member Genis, and carried 5-0, authorizing solicitation of
tion of Members interest in serving on the committee.
CITY ATTORNEY'S The Deputy City Clerk presented. City Attorney's Report No. 95-74
REPORT regarding recommendation for a nonprofit corporation by Costa
Tourism and Mesa Tourism and-' -Promotion Council. The City Attorney
Promotion Council summarized his report dated July 28, 1995.
MOTION On motion by Council Member Hornbuckle, seconded by Council
Nonprofit Recommen- Member Genis, and carried 5-0, the City Attorney's recommen-
dation Approved dation to form a nonprofit corporation was approved.
Council Member Genis suggested that the Tourism and Promotion
Council adhere to the concept that monies earned in Costa Mesa
should be used to generate more money in Costa Mesa and spent on
Costa Mesa based consultants.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to appoint of one regular
Human Relations and one alternate member to the Human Relations Committee. The
Committee Administrative Assistant reviewed the Agenda Report dated August
1, 1995.
MOTION On motion by Council Member Genis, seconded by Council Member
Bradley and Healy Hornbuckle, and carried 5-0, Bob Bradley was reappointed a regular
Appointed member of the Human Relations Committee, and Mitchell Healey
was appointed an alternate, with terms expiring in August, 1999.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request from Council Member
Review of League Genis for review of City membership in the Orange County
Membership Division, League of California Cities. Council Member Genis
explained her disappointment that the League had not taken a more
active role in the bankruptcy proceedings, specifically referencing
the actions of the President of the League. She suggested contacting
the League regarding these concerns and asking for an explanation
of recent actions.
Council Member Hornbuckle thought that involvement in the League
is important because it is the only avenue through which all the
cities may offer input into decisions which affect the total life of the
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County; however, recent events give rise to questions regarding the
League's leadership. She suggested writing a strongly worded letter.
John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, reported on an inci-
dent that had occurred when he had contacted the League of Califor-
nia Cities in the fall of last year, and stated that the personal agenda
of staff members is translated into the position of the League itself.
MOTION A motion was made by Council Member Genis, seconded by Mayor
Authorized Letter Pro Tem Buffa, and carried 5-0, to continue reviewing the City's
to League membership in the League until a response is received to a letter
authored by herself for the Mayor's signature.
The City Manager recommended stipulating a time frame in which
the City would like a response to the letter. Council Member
Hornbuckle supported the motion but stated she was strongly
opposed to leaving,!the League over this issue.
CITY ATTORNEY'S The Deputy City Clerk presented City Attorney's Report No. 95-73
REPORT regarding regulation of vending vehicles. The City Attorney
Vending Vehicles summarized his report dated July 27, 1995.
William Smith,. .113 Georgetown Lane, Costa Mesa, supported
stronger control of vending.vehicles,_stathig that they are unsanitary.
MOTION On motion by Council Membef Hornbuc`ae, seconded by Council
City Attorney Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, the.City Attorney was requested
Directed to Update to update and consolidate ordinances._regarding vending vehicles at
Ordinance his convenience. V
CITY ATTORNEY'S The City Attorney requested a closed session pursuant to
REPORT/Request for Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss Scarcello v. City of
Closed Session: Costa Mesa, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 71-82-79.
Scarcello v. City Mayor Erickson announced that closed session would be held at the
completion of regular business.
COUNCIL Council Member Genis addressed the issue of the World War II
COMMENTS commemorative plaque, hopefully to be placed at Orange Coast
World War II College by the Costa Mesa Historical Society, asking the Mayor to
Commemorative have Council consider placing it in City Hall if this does not come
Plaque to fruition.
Former Mayor Council Member Hornbuckle offered greetings from former Council
Hertzog Member and Mayor Norma Hertzog-Wagner who is now residing in
Auburn California. She complimented staff on the vehicle
Fountain Valley maintenance contract with Fountain Valley, stating it is a good
Contract example of entrepreneurship which public agencies should practice.
Neighbors -for- Mayor Erickson complimented staff on the Neighbors -for -Neighbors
Neighbors cleanup held on the previous Saturday.
ADJOURNMENT TO At 9:55 p.m., the Mayor adjourned the meeting to a closed session
CLOSED SESSION in the first floor Conference Room to discuss the item previously
announced by the City Attorney.
MEETING The Mayor reconvened the meeting at 10:05 p.m., and the action
RECONVENED taken during closed session was announced.
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MOTION/City In Scarcello v. City of Costa Mesa, Orange County Superior Court
Attorney Given Case No. 71-82-79, by a vote of 372, Council Members Buffa and
Settlement Directions Monahan voting no, the City Attorney was given directions on
in Scarcello v. City settlement negotiations.
ADJOURNMENT to At 10:10 p.m., the meeting was adjourned to a Joint City
August 9, 1995 Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting on August 9, 1995, at 6:30
p.m., to discuss Orange County Bankruptcy recovery options.
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ATTEST:
Deputy City derk of the City of Costa Mesa
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