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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/06/2000 - City Council1 1 ROLL CALL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA MARCH 6, 2000 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session March 6, 2000, 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 Erickson, and invocation by Reverend Joseph Robillard, St. Joachim Catholic Church. Council Members Present: Council Members Absent: Officials Present: Mayor Gary Monahan Mayor Pro Tem Libby Cowan Council Member Joe Erickson Council Member Heather Somers Council Member Linda Dixon 10 City Manager Allan Roeder City Attorney Jerry Scheer Development Services Director Donald Lamm Public Services Director William Morris Police Chief Dave Snowden Administrative Services Director Steve Hayman Police Sergeant Clay Epperson Park Superintendent Dave Alkema Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council February 22, 2000 Member Somers, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of February 22, 2000, were approved as distributed. ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Council Member Erickson, seconded by RESOLUTIONS Council Member Somers, and carried 5-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. PRESENTATION Mayor Monahan commended Bruce Covey on being named Employee of the Employee of the Month for March, 2000, in appreciation of his Month contributions as the Facilities/Fleet Services Supervisor for the Public Services Department. Mr. Covey is recognized for his outstanding record of accomplishments, and commended for his willingriess recently to fill't `6"position of Acting Facilities and Fleet Services Superintendent. PRESENTATION Guy Carrozzo, Mayor of the City of Fountain Valley, member of "Honoring Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9557, announced his Veterans" dedication to the veterans and prisoners of war of this country, and stressed the importance of honoring the spirit of the flag for which they fought. He encouraged citizens to purchase and display the American flag. 47 PRESENTATION Police Sergeant Clay Epperson addressed gang problems in the Costa Mesa Police City of Costa Mesa, stating that a zero -tolerance policy is Department Gang observed and a constant Police presence is maintained in gang - Detail impacted areas. He reported that many gang members do not reside in the City, and the number of gang incidents are in decline. Sergeant Epperson listed the following accomplish- ments: 40 -percent of gang members•are currently in custody; a small percentage of citizens are actively involved in gang activity; the gang detail has maintained a 100 percent clearance rate on major gang crimes; and a high ratio of police officers to gang members has been established. Mayor Monahan asked that follow-up questions. to this presentation be directed to his office, (714) 754-5285. . ORAL COMMUNI- Robert Graham, 3260' Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported CATIONS/19th that he had obtained a copy of the scope of work for the Santa Street Bridge Ana River Crossings (SARX) Study. Mr. Graham indicated that the SARX Study is strictly a traffic study, which includes an environmental • analysis, and does not address commercial opportunities. Republic Avenue Mildred Nicholson, 2063 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, Street Sweeping reported that hours for street sweeping are not designated for the corner of Republic Avenue and Linden Place. She stated that a petition had 'been circulated in support of correcting this situation but the petition was not honored by the City. The Public Services Director indicated that a petition in a residential neighborhood requires signatures from 50 percent of the area residents, or, a sufficient debris problem; to justify the street sweeping designation. The City Manager explained that the City cannot sweep the street in shifts, as Mrs. Nicholson had indicated was requested in the petition, since manpower and equipment would be doubled. He stated that he and the Police Chief will review this matter with Mrs. Nicholson. Yellowstone Diane Gomez, 158 Buoy Street, Costa Mesa, objected to the Women's First Step on-going, open -to -the -public Alcoholics Anonymous meetings House held every Sunday afternoon at Yellowstone Women's First Step House, 154 East Bay Street (Planning Application PA -99- 13). She reported that the meetings create a crowded parking situation and resemble a loud, boisterous party. She requested that the meetings be discontinued based upon the prohibition of non-residential accessory uses in . a residential development. Ms. Gomez also complained about the multiple daily backyard meetings, noting that these activities intrude upon the neighbors. She showed photographs illustrating that the home is -used for a warehouse for furniture donated to Yellowstone. She asked that Yellowstone's non-profit corporation be required by the City to apply for a business license and a home occupation permit. At the request of Mayor Monahan, Ms. Gomez submitted her written comments for consideration. Jason Finney, 155 Buoy Street, Costa Mesa, neighbor of the Yellowstone group home, suggested that they follow the guidelines of the conditional use permit or function as a residence. He detailed his problems with the facility. Mayor Monahan suggested that any complaints be forwarded to the City's Code Enforcement Division. Mr. Finney submitted his written comments for follow-up by staff. Alleged Gang Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, stated that Confrontation on February 19, 2000, Police Department Case No. 5514 was listed as a hit-and-run felony but Mr. Millard believed that it was actually a gang confrontation on Mission Street. The Police Chief responded that the aforementioned incident was a felony hit-and-run involving a victim with a language problem. He City Council indicated that there was no gang involvement. Mr. Millard next Correspondence referred to a letter dated September 8, 1999, on official City Council letterhead, signed by a person who is not a Council Member, and asked about the propriety of this act. In association with this letter, he complained about actions taken by the City in support of the Latino Community Advisors. Mayor Monahan responded that the Latino Community Advisors is not an official City committee, and Mayor Pro Tem Cowan generated a letter which was also signed by a citizen, hence the West Side Specific use of City Council letterhead. Mr. Millard criticized the West Plan Side Specific Plan as` being nonrealistic, and pointed out that the Plan does not mention the ocean orientation of Costa Mesa. Mayor Monahan suggested that Mr. Millard forward any comments on the West Side Specific Plan to the City's Planning Division. Medical Marijuana Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, reiterated his thoughts on medical marijuana, citing a section of the California constitution relating to implementation of the plan. He proposed that the City develop guidelines for the Police Department regarding medical marijuana. Santa Ana Heights Bob Hanley, 1601 Indus Street, Santa Ana Heights, referring to Annexation the potential annexation of the Santa Ana Heights area, reported on a recent meeting with the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) wherein he was advised to continue open discussions with the City of Costa Mesa. He invited Council to the next meeting with residents to be held on March 15, 2000, at 6:30 p.m., at Country Club Convalescent Hospital, 20362 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa. West Side Costa Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked for Mesa Council assistance with the west side, stating that nothing has changed in 20 years. EI Toro Marine Air Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights, Station urged Council and residents to strongly oppose the efforts of the City of Irvine to rezone and redevelop four primary areas surrounding the EI Toro Marine Air Station. He encouraged attendance at a meeting on this subject on Thursday, March 9, 2000, 6:30 p.m., at the City of Irvine, One Civic Center Plaza, Room L-102, Irvine. Costa Mesa Gangs Ernie Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, referring to the Police. Department presentation on gangs, asked how many gangs were in the City of Costa Mesa 10 years ago; how many gang members and their associates did we have 10 years ago; and what would it take to rid the City of gang members. She suggested that the Police Mobile Command Unit be utilized on weekends to help curtail gang activity. - 50 Fence Problems Kristen Miller, 881 West Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, reviewed the facts relating to the rejuvenation of the fence surrounding her home. She stated that she had been informed by the City that the fence must be set back 10 feet, or cut down from 6 feet to 2 %Z feet, or application should be made for a variance at a cost of $675.00. . Ms. Miller provided pictures and documentation for Council. Responding to a question from the Mayor, the Development Services Director reported that staff has encouraged Ms. Miller to file for a variance; however, cost is an issue. Planning Process Doug Sutton, 2739 Canary Drive, Costa Mesa, asked the City to readdress the Planning Division's process for developing residential neighborhoods. He indicated that neighbors of potential projects should be provided ample time to respond, and suggested that a neighborhood meeting early in the process could alleviate problems. Gang Graffiti John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, addressed the "Fillmore Slum", showing photographs of gang graffiti along Paularino .Avenue and at various other locations. He provided a: 1999 City sponsored survey of residents who reside in the area and their landlords, and it indicated that the No. 1 problem listed was the elimination of gang and drug activities. CONSENT The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar: CALENDAR Item No. 5, Memorandum of Understanding between the Costa Mesa Police Department and the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, authorizing partici- pation in the Los Angeles High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area. MOTION/Approved On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council Except Item No. 5 Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items were approved as recommended. WRITTEN Resolution 00-13 was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMUNICATIONS COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, Adopted Resolution AUTHORIZING RECORDS DESTRUCTION FOR THE POLICE 00-13, Police DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, PURSUANT TO Records Destruction ORDINANCE NO. 75-60. READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed: Claim Claim received by the Deputy City Clerk: Enterprise Rent-A- Car. WARRANTS The following warrants were approved: Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1786, funding Payroll 004 ...for 1786/Payroll 004 $1,563,809.11, and City. operating expenses for $48.2,924.30, -'including payroll deductions. Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1787, funding City operating expenses 1787 for $4,373,328.05. ADMINISTRATIVE The Redevelopment Agency (RDA) for the City of Costa Mesa ACTIONS/Approved was authorized to participate in the Mortgage Credit Certificate RDA Participation in (MCC) Program in cooperation with the County of Orange for MCC Fiscal Year 2000. 1 1 Accepted Easement Easement Deed 3432 was accepted from Coast Community Deed 3432 from College. District, 1370 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, for a Coast Community sidewalk , easement on the north side of Merrimac Way, College on Merrimac adjacent to Orange. Coast College, and the Mayor was Way authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Accepted Easement "Easement Deed 3561 and Agreement 3561" was accepted Deed and Agree- and approved, from the Orange County Flood Control District, ment 3561, Flood 300 North Flower Street, Santa Ana, for an easement to Control District, on facilitate the widening of Sunflower Avenue over the Sunflower Avenue Greenville -Banning. Channel, and the Mayor was authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Approved Agree- Amended and Restated Bristol Street Pedestrian Bridge Air ment with South Rights Easement Agreement and Hold Harmless Agreement Coast Plaza/Seger- was, approved with South Coast Plaza/C. J. Segerstrom & strom for Bristol Sons, 3315 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, and the Mayor and Street Bridge Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City. MOU Between Item 5 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Memorandum Police and Depart- of Understanding (MOU) between' the Costa Mesa Police ment of Justice for Department and the United States Department of Justice, Drug LA-HIDTA Enforcement Administration, Los Angeles Field Division, valid until September 30, 2000, authorizing participation in the Los Angeles High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (LA-HIDTA) Southern California Drug Task Force. Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, opposed the MOU which involves asset forfeiture funds, and urged that it not be approved at this time. He provided Council with an article from the University of Chicago Law Review, entitled "Policing for Profit." Also speaking in opposition to the MOU were Christopher Ganiere, 2822 LaSalle Avenue, Costa Mesa; Gordon Wilson, 25192 Adelanto Drive, Laguna Niguel; Sydney Gielow, 3018 Samoa Place;; Costa . Mesa; Paul Studier, . 24302 Ursula Circle, Lake Forest; Dennis Shor, No. 5 Ironwood, Irvine; and Don Hull, .1830 Tahiti Drive, Costa Mesa. The City Manager clarified that he had authored a memorandum indicating that he wished to pull this item due to concerns regarding -the proposed agreement. MOTION/Continued On motion by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council Member to March 20, 2000 Erickson, and carried 5-0, this item was continued to the meeting of March 20, 2000. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and PA-99-40/Tentative place set for the public hearing to consider Planning Application Tract Map T-15882, PA -99-40 and Tentative Tract, Map T-15882, for Standard Segerstrom Pacific :,Corporation,':- 1-565 MacArthur Boulevard, Costa Mesa, authorized agent for C. J. Segerstrom and Sons, 3315 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, for a Master Plan review for a 90 -unit, small lot, single-family subdivision, with an administrative adjustment to allow a 14 -foot setback along a portion of Adams Avenue fora bus bay (20 -foot setback required); and a Tentative Tract Map for a 90 -unit subdivision with five common lots and five private streets, located at 1645 Adams Avenue in a PDR -MD zone: i. Environmental Determination: Negative Declaration. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. Communications supporting the project were received from Costa Mesa residents Thomas L. Schworer, 1816 Kinglet Court; and Neil Horgan, 2827 Nevis Circle. Communications opposing the project were received from Costa Mesa residents Audrey O'Neil, 2855 Corvo Place; Karen Barloon, 2978 Country Club Drive; John, Lori, and Kaylee Weatherwax, 1830 Oriole Drive; Lee and Lois Taube, 1605 Minorca Drive; Doug and Sherry Sutton, 2739 Canary Drive; Richard T. Mann, 2849 Chios Road; Julieta D. Mann, 2849 Chios Road; and a petition containing 43 signatures. Communications were received from Mr. And Mrs. Bill Rogers, 1775 Oriole Drive; Costa Mesa, expressing concern regarding traffic issues; and from the applicant, Standard Pacific Corporation, advising of its intention to modify the existing project for reconsideration by the Planning Commission. The Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated February 23, 2000. Scott Stowell, Division President, Standard Pacific Corporation, proposed the following .revisions to this application for Planning Commission consideration: eliminating a gate at the entry to the project; adding a second pedestrian access at the shopping center, resulting in the loss of one lot; restricting traffic exiting the project to right- and left-hand turns only thereby eliminating cut -through traffic; expanding open space in the community around the private recreation center, resulting in the loss of one lot; and studying the feasibility of extending the length of the right-hand turn pocket at Mesa Verde Drive East and Adams Avenue. He suggested that the above modifications may elicit a more favorable response from the Planning Commission and the community, and requested that the project be referred back to the Commission to address these issues. He responded to questions from Council. Council Member Dixon stated that all issues of concern had not been addressed by Mr. Stowell, and asked that the density be lowered, and the need for a right-hand turn lane at Mesa Verde Drive East and Adams Avenue be reviewed. She stated that a half -acre is not sufficient for the tot lot for the development, and suggested that a 5 -foot setback for the 8 -foot wall along the property line next to commercial property, properly landscaped with trees, be considered. She requested that the bus turnout be addressed, and asked for clarification from staff. Council Member Erickson commented that he would like to see a design that incorporates a larger lot size. Council Member Somers concurred with the concerns regarding size and density of the project. The following Costa Mesa residents addressed their concerns, including a request to modify the project to lower -density, ensure a neighborhood -friendly, compatible development, widening the exit at the golf course onto Mesa Verde Drive East, and addressing traffic issues: Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place; Sydney Gielow, 3018 Samoa Place, asking that mature landscaping be a high priority; Bob Knapp, 2705 Sparrow Circle; Leroy J. Taube, 1605 Minorca Drive; Doug Sutton, 2739 Canary Drive; Christine Briee, 1771 Hummingbird Drive; Neil Horgan; 2827 Nevis Circle; Jerry Gray, 2588 Westminster Avenue; Karen Robinson, 2722 Canary Drive; . and Shirley Willard, 1840 Oriole Drive. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. . c� MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Cowan, seconded by to April 10, 2000 Council Member Somers, and carried 5-0, to refer this application to the Planning Commission meeting of April 10, 2000, to consider the modifications proposed by Standard Pacific Corporation, and the recommendations made by the City Council Members, especially the need to reduce the density. RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 9:00 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 9:10 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and Group Homes place set for the public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Title 13 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code regarding regulation of group homes. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No' communications were received. The Development Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated February 28, 2000. Rory Hughes, 2013 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked why group homes -are allowed in residential neighborhoods. Mayor Monahan responded that 6 or fewer residents in a group home would be covered by the housing code, and the City is unable to impose restrictions. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Ordinance On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council 00-5 Given First Member Somers, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 00-5 was given Reading first reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 13 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATION OF GROUP HOMES, revising Section 13-32.2, Referral Facility, (a) to read, "No referral facility may be located within 500 feet of property that is as zoned as R-1 or PDR -LD, or within 500 feet of a school, ..park, place of worship, or licensed day care facility." Second reading and adoption is scheduled for the meeting of March 20, 2000. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of February Negotiations with 7, 2000, negotiations with Sakioka Farms, and Roy K. Sakioka Sakioka Farms, and Sons, 14850 Sunflower Avenue, Santa Ana, regarding Parcel No. 101370- Parcel No. 101370-2 and the temporary construction 2 easements for the Transitway Project. MOTION/Continued On motion by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem to April 3, 2000 Cowan, and carried 5-0, this item was continued to the meeting of April 3, 2000. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of January Canyon Park Tree 17, 2000, Canyon Park Tree Growth Management and Growth Manage- Maintenance Plan; and preparation of a biological evaluation of ment Plan the Canyon Park habitat, revision of the Canyon Park planting plan, and submission of an amendment to the Coastal Commission for the Canyon Park Coastal Development Permit. The Public Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated February 27, 2000, reporting that interested parties have been notified of this evening's meeting. t Mark Mcllroy, 2039 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, complained that the Agenda Report was not mailed in sufficient time, and asked questions regarding tree topping which were responded to by the Park Superintendent. Mr. Mcllroy expressed displeasure that the Canyon Park Cleanup will include the planting of trees. Donald Nicholson, 2063 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, commented on the amount of money and staff time spent on this issue. He indicated that the funds should have been directed towards replacing the ground cover on Victoria Street or repairing potholes throughout the City. Glen Davidson, 2009 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, commented that the trees behind his home block his view of the ocean. Mildred Nicholson, . 2063 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, objected to accommodating a few people for aesthetic reasons, and suggested investing the money for the benefit of all the citizens. Jim Keller, 2033 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, mentioned that an ocean view would increase property values, and was of the opinion that the area will eventually become a forest. He asked about the trees to be planted during the Canyon Park Cleanup, and the City Manager replied that the flyer generally used had been updated which does not necessarily mean that a planting will take place. Rory Hughes, 2013 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, indicated that letters from the Department of Fish and Game and the Coastal Commission, supported removing the trees and replacing them with shrubs. He asked that the City continue the process of removing the trees. The Public Services Director responded that indications are that the two above- mentioned agencies would not approve the removal of trees, and any wildlife habitat removed would need to be replaced. Council Member Somers suggested the continued, adequate, on-going pruning of the trees as a viable alternative. The Park Superintendent proposed that the City's contractor evaluate the trees in question. Council Member Somers stated that although she would like residents to retain the value of their homes, that the value of the park is also important. She opposed replacing well-established trees with 24 -inch box or 15 -gallon "twigs". Mayor Pro Tem Cowan indicated her interest in working with the Coastal Commission to determine a tree -management system that will satisfy the needs for the residents of the community with view issues, while maintaining the integrity of the park. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Cowan, seconded by Directions to Staff Council Member Erickson, and carried 5-0, to authorize an expenditure to do what is necessary with the Coastal Commission, and to review the Coastal Park Development Permit; directing staff to meet with the residents and work through the proposed modifications, eliminating the use of tree x topping; to begin - the Coastal Commission permit process addressing this issue; and to work with the contractor (West Coast Arborists) in its evaluation of the trees and contact the Newport Terrace Condominiums Association, offering the contractor's evaluation of their trees at the same time, with the intent of a joint contract in the future. Mayor Monahan asked that staff notify Council when they will meet with the residents. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented resolutions concerning Senate SB402 and SB739 Bills 402 and 739: resolution opposing Senate Bill 402, Compulsory and Binding Arbitration for Police and Fire employees; and resolution opposing Senate Bill 739, Local Government Collective Bargaining. The Administrative Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated February 28, 2000. MOTION/Adopted On motion by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council Member Resolutions 00-14 Erickson, and carried 5-0, the following resolutions were and 00-15 adopted: Resolution 00-14, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING SENATE BILL 402, COMPULSORY AND BINDING ARBITRATION FOR POLICE AND FIRE EMPLOYEES. Resolution 00-15, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING SENATE BILL 739, LOCAL GOVERNMENT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. CITY ATTORNEY'S The City Attorney requested a closed session pursuant to REPORT/Request Government Code Sections 54956.9(a) and 54957 to discuss for Closed Session: the following: City of Costa Mesa v. Sequel Contractors, et City v. Sequel; and al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 778563; and a Resolution 00-3, request from the Administrative Services Director for City City Manager and Council direction in consideration of applying formerly adopted City Attorney Resolution 00-3 as it relates to personnel performance evaluations of the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Attorney reported that these: items could be considered in open session. MOTION/Accepted Regarding City of Costa Mesa v. Sequel %cntr.actors, et al., Settlement Orange County Superior Court Case No. 778563, a motion was made by Mayor Monahan, seconded by k"ayor Pro Tem Cowan, and carried 5-0, to settle the litrgation in accordance with the City Attorney's recommend ati ori contained in his confidential memorandum dated March 1, 2000. MOTION/Approved Regarding'a request for direction for City Council consideration Application of Reso- of applying Resolution 00-3 to the City Manager and City lution Attorney, a motion was made by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, approving the application of the resolution to the City Manager and City Attorney. CITY MANAGER The City Manager commented on updating the notification system during the automated agenda process. COUNCIL Council Member Dixon congratulated the Estancia High School COMMENTS Boy's Soccer team for winnng the CIF Championship. She CIF Championship; announced that Releaf Costa "Mesa will be planting Saturday, Releaf Planting March 11, 2000, 9:00 a.m., at Costa Mesa High School. EI Toro Discussions Council Member Somers announced that she will represent the City in discussions with the Orange County Regional Airport Authority, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense next week in Washington, D. -C., regarding the EI Toro Marine Corps Air Station. Gangs Council Member Erickson recommended the soccer program at Estancia High School as one alternative to gang membership. He supported the use of parks, soccer fields, and school programs towards this end. Little League Mayor Pro Tem Cowan reported on the opening day of Little Opening Day League on Saturday, March 4, 2000. She commented on the community effort involved in keeping children out of gangs. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m. Mayor oft City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: Deputy Cit Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa 1