HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/16/2000 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COSTA MESA
OCTOBER 16, 2000
The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in
regular session October 16, 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 Mayor Monahan, and invocation by the
Reverend Bill Gartner, Harbor Christian Fellowship.
Council Members Present: Mayor Gary Monahan
ROLL CALL : Mayor Pro Tem Libby Cowan
Council Member Joe Erickson
Council Member Heather Somers
Council Member Linda Dixon
Council Members Absent:
Officials Present:
None
City Manager Allan Roeder
City Attorney Jerry Scheer
Development Services Director
Donald Lamm
Public Services Director William
Morris
Administrative Services Director
Steve Hayman
Administrative Services
Commander Dick Greer
Parks Project Manager Dave
Alkema
Associate Planner Mel Lee
Deputy City -Clerk Mary Elliott
MINUTES On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council
October 2, 2000 Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the regular meeting
of October 2, 2000, were approved as distributed.
ORDINANCE AND A motion was made. by Council Member Erickson, seconded by
RESOLUTIONS Council Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, to read all ordinances and
resolutions by title only.
PRESENTATION Mayor Monahan presented the Mayor's award to Lynn Bach, Child
Mayor's Award Development Supervisor for the Head Start Center in Costa Mesa
and long-time volunteer, in recognition of her efforts to ensure the
health, education, and well being of children in the community.
PRESENTATION Mayor Monahan read a proclamation recognizing Orange County
Head Start Procla- Head Start, Inc., for providing; comprehensive health, education,
mation nutritional, and social services to more than eight million preschool
children and their families, and proclaiming October 22 through
October 28, 2000, as Head Start Week in the City. He presented
the document to Ms. Bach.
PRESENTATION Bill Niesen, member of the advisory board for Mothers Against
MADD Awards Drunk Drivers (MADD) presented Captain Jim Watson with a
proclamation from the State of California MADD office in recognition,
of the Costa Mesa Police Department's outstanding contributions.
He presented awards to the following police officers in recognition
of their Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest records: Senior
Police Officers Mike Cohen, Gerard Stukkie, and Jeff McCann; and
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Police Officers Aaron Thomas (accepted by Sergeant Kevin
Lovelady), Shawn Leffingwell, and, Joyce Lapointe. Mr. Niesen
announced that on Thursday, November 16, 2000, Senior Police
Officer Christopher Bates and Police Officer Stephanie Mattiaccia
will be given the Century award in honor of being the top arresting
officers in the department.
ORAL COMMUNI- Mayor Monahan announced a special presentation by the East 17th
CATIONS Street Merchants and Community Association concerning the
Widening of East proposed widening of East 17th Street.
17th Street
Dan Perlmutter, 450 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach,
reported that the Association was formed in reaction to the proposal
to widen East 17th Street. He suggested that alternative methods
be investigated to alleviate "cut -through" traffic from the freeway.
Mr. Perlmutter read the petition, signed by 8,725 merchants,
neighbors, friends, and concerned citizens, which opposed the
widening of any portion of East 17th Street, in either direction,
between Orange and Irvine Avenues; asked that a plan of
beautification and enhancement be considered with moderate
adjustments for traffic; and proposed that a pedestrian -friendly
environment be created.
Bret Hemphill, 1917 Yacht Camilla, Newport Beach, owner of
Hemphill's Rugs and Carpets, 230 East 17th Street, shared a copx
of the June, 2000, "Coast" magazine article which listed East 17
Street as one of the best streets in the County, and proposed
retaining it as a 4 -lane highway.
The following persons concurred in their opposition to the East 17th
Street widening: Curt Herberts, Pacific Coast Realty Group, 234
East 17th Street, Suite 11 B, Costa Mesa; Georgeanne Xagorarakis,
258 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa; Laura Barcus, 367 East 18th
Street, Costa Mesa; Gary Elder, Aromas Coffee, 259 East 17th
Street, Costa Mesa; and Douglas Bader, owner of Anybodys Earth
Press, 230 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa.
New Regulations Ernie Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, asked if Council was
From Costa Mesa aware that the Costa Mesa Sanitary District plans to implement new
Sanitary District regulations for single-family residence trash containers. She
indicated that it had been ascertained that the District had not
prepared a written report or other information on the new plan, and
she had been advised that all trash must be contained within a
trash receptacle. Mayor Monahan offered to have staff investigate
this matter.
Releaf Costa Mesa Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa,
Tree Planting congratulated the City on the Saturday, October 14, 2000, tree
planting with Releaf Costa Mesa, and suggested that the City
support other local organizations that help the community. He read
a letter he had written regarding the event which indicated that the
City had saved $10,000.00 by utilizing the organization and other
volunteers to plant approximately 68 trees. Mr. Scribner suggested
that the City add a community charities page to their website.
Council Member Dixon reported that Releaf Costa Mesa will
conduct the final planting for the year 2000 on November 4, noting
that they will plant their 2000th tree at that time.
Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, noted her
appreciation of the Releaf Costa Mesa planting on Placentia
Avenue. On behalf of the Westside Improvement Association, she
thanked the 109 volunteers. Mrs. Egan proposed an "anti -litter"
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campaign for 19th Street including a public education campaign and
placement of litter containers on the sidewalks.
19th Street Bridge Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, commented
that the extension of 19th Street' to Huntington Beach would benefit
businesses in that area.
Graffiti Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, stated that he
had participated in the Releaf Costa Mesa effort on Saturday. He
reported an increase of graffiti on the west side of Costa Mesa, and
noted specific examples. He suggested utilizing the graffiti reward
program and a regular detection route to deter this activity.
Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported
graffiti on 19th Street near the Department of Motor Vehicles. She
complimented the speakers on the proposed East 17th Street
widening.
City Documents Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, complained
about the availability of City documents.
Political Signs Dan Worthington, 2963 Mindanao Drive, Costa Mesa, thanked staff
for the City Council candidate orientation. He addressed political
campaign sign regulations, questioning the rules for signs in the
public right-of-way. The City Manager responded that information
on campaign signs was provided at the candidate orientation,
including a copy of the sign ordinance. He noted the change in City
regulations pertaining to signs; in the public right-of-way which
previously had been strictly prohibited. Council Member Somers
asked staff to send a, letter to candidates for all positions, detailing
the effects of this ordinance.
Council Member Erickson commented that it is a privilege to have a
homeowner/private property owner place a sign on their land. He
supported waiving the fine of $12.00 per sign for illegally placed
signs as he felt that 'it was an' honest mistake. Council Member
Dixon pointed .out that the present Council Members were elected
when political signs were never allowed in the public right-of-way.
MOTION/Added A motion was made, by Council Member Erickson, seconded by
Waiver of Fine to Council Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, to place on this agenda,
the Agenda consideration of a one-time waiver of the $12.00 fine for each illegal
sign.
MOTION/Approved A motion was made; by Council Member Erickson, seconded by
Waiver of Fine Council Member Dixon, and carried 3-0, Council Members Cowan
and Somers abstaining, allowing the political signs confiscated from
the public right-of-way in violation of the sign ordinanceto be picked
up at no charge by the candidates within the next 10 days, in that it
was an honest mistake.
Council Member Somers suggested that all candidates review the
information in their election packets, and contact either the City
Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, or a Council Member should
there be any questions.
Steel Comments Chris Steel, 1561 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, referring to
previous comments by Martin Millard, stated that he has had good
relations with the City Clerk's office, and thanked the City Manager
for the candidate orientation. He opposed the widening of East 17th
Street and supported the merchants in that area.
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Robinson Comments Karen Robinson, 2722 Canary Drive, Costa Mesa, supported the
residents and business owners who oppose the widening of East
17th Street. She reported that she had participated in the Releaf
Costa Mesa planting on Saturday, and called the effort the first ste
in improving the west side. She noted a sanitation problem on 19 h
Street near Monrovia Avenue, specifically poor drainage coupled
with trash in the street.
CONSENT On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council
CALENDAR Member Dixon, and carried 5-0, all Consent Calendar items were
MOTION/Approved approved as recommended.
READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed:
Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Charles and Kathy
Bruce; Christian Gomez; and John F. Ward.
Alcoholic Beverage Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License requests:
Licenses
La Cave Restaurant, 1695'/2 Irvine Avenue, for a person-to-
person transfer of a Type 47 ABC license (on -sale general for a
bona fide eating place).
The Spa at South Coast Plaza, 695 Town Center Drive, Suite
180, for a person-to-person transfer of a Type 41 ABC license
(on -sale beer and wine for a bona fide eating place).
Niko Niko Sushi, 2300 Harbor Boulevard, Suite N5, for an
original Type 41 ABC license (on -sale beer and wine for a bona
fide eating place).
WARRANTS The following warrants were approved:
Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1818, funding Payroll 020 for $1,725,765.48,
1818/Payroll 020 and City operating expenses for $829,067.02, including payroll
deductions.
Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1819, funding City operating expenses for
1819 $483,681.69
REJECTED CLAIM The claim from Rod Schleicher (alleged personal injuries due to
Schleicher dangerous condition of public property), was rejected.
ADMINISTRATIVE Bids received for Replacement of the Fuel Dispenser at the Police
ACTIONS/Rejected Facility, 99 Fair Drive, Project No. 00-15, are on file in the City
Bids Clerk's office. Rejection of all bids was approved.
Approved Final Map The Final Map was approved for Vesting Tract 15969, located at
for Vesting Tract 169 East 21St Street, consisting of the subdivision of 2 lots into 10
15969, Infinity lots, 9 lots for single-family residential use and 1 lot for access
Homes purposes and common open space, by developer Infinity Homes
CM 1, 10945 South Street, Suite 301, Cerritos, and the Deputy City
Clerk was authorized to sign the map on behalf of the City; and a
subdivision agreement was approved with Infinity Homes CM 1, and
the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf
of the City.
Approved Final Map The Final Map was approved for Vesting Tract 15995, located at
for Vesting Tract 2450-2452 Elden Avenue, consisting of the subdivision of 2 lots into
15995, Infinity 11 lots, 10 lots for single-family residential use and 1 lot for access
Homes purposes and common open space, by developer Infinity Homes
CM 1, 10945 South Street, Suite 301, Cerritos, and the Deputy City
Clerk was authorized to sign the map on behalf of the City; and a
subdivision agreement was approved with Infinity Homes CM 1, and
the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf
of the City.
Accepted Work for Street improvements at 1890 Newport Boulevard were completed to
Improvements at the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by Ta Nguyen, 145
1890 Newport Blvd. East 19th Street, Costa Mesa, in connection with Encroachment
By Ta Nguyen, Permit No. PS00-00406. The work was accepted, and refund of the
PS00-00406 cash deposit of $8,648.30 was approved.
Approved Agree- A lease agreement was approved with AT&T Wireless Services,
ment with AT&T to Inc., 12900 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, to collocate with Cox PCS
Collocate with Cox on the Monopine at Shiffer Park; for $18,000.00 per year for a five -
at Shiffer Park year period, with a 15,% increase each option term, and the City
Manager was authorized to sign on behalf of the City.
Approved Budget Budget Adjustment No. 01-35 was approved for $150,000.00, to
Adjustment 01-35 fund the Police Officer Home Buyer Assistance Program to its
for Police Program original amount of $350,000.00.
Approved Purchase Purchase of an evidence storage system was approved from
of Evidence Storage Commercial Cooling -Par Engineering, Inc., 12331 Penn Street,
System from Whittier, for $30,464.81, said purchase previously approved by City
Commercial Cooling Council on September 18, 2000, as part of the Local Law
Par Engineering Enforcement Block Grant Citizens Advisory Committee
recommendations.
Approved Budget Budget Adjustment No. 01-42 was approved for $11,800.00, to
Adjustment 01-42 prepare and mail information to the public regarding Measure "O",
for Measure "O" Transient Occupancy Tax.
PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued
Council Review of from the meeting of October 2, 2000, to consider a request from
DR -00-11/T-16070, Council Member Somers for Council Review of the Planning
Pelican Homes Commission's approval of Development Review DR -00-11 and
Tentative Tract Map T-16070, Brian Johnson, Pelican Homes,
33971 Selva Road, Dana Point, authorized agent for Instant Jungle
Properties, LLC/Greg Wallace, 2100 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa, for
a proposed 18 -unit, single-family development with a subdivision for
18 numbered lots and 2 lettered' lots; variances to allow 3 stories (2
permitted); a 10 -foot rear yard setback for second story balconies
(20 feet required); administrative adjustments to allow a 12 -foot
front setback (20 feet required); a 15 -foot rear building setback (20 -
feet required); and a minor modification to allow a 34 -foot building
height (30 feet permitted); located at 2100 and 2130 Canyon Drive,
in an R2 -MD zone. Environmental Determination: Negative
Declaration. A communication was received from Jerry Vanus,
1093 Glen Circle, Costa Mesa, stating that he is not opposed to the
project but asked that parking and traffic issues be resolved prior to
approval. He was also concerned about the use of "permit parking"
on private property.
Brian Johnson, president of Pelican Homes, reviewed the
alternatives submitted in response to Council concerns. He
expressed a preference for Alternative 4 which retains a lot size of
50 feet along Canyon Drive, eliminates the Ficus tree, creates an
additional six parking spaces which are in compliance with City of
Costa Mesa parking standards, and includes a 20 -foot by 40 -foot tot
lot on the upper area of Lot B. Mr. Johnson indicated that if the
Ficus tree were to be maintained, he would prefer Alternate 2, and
responded to questions from Council.
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Jose Cabanillas, 1062 Westward Lane, Costa Mesa, noted that his
complex is the most impacted, but supported the project and asked
that the Ficus tree be retained.
Mike Berry, no address given, property manager for West Bluff
Village, supported Mr. Cabanillas`s viewpoint.
Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, questioned the
adequacy of the parking. She commented that the Ficus is a
healthy tree.
Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa,
representing the Orange County Libertarian party, spoke in favor of
the project, stating that the developer had obviously determined a
need for this size of home.
Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa,.thought that the
lack of traffic on Canyon Drive would benefit the project, and asked
that the Ficus tree be preserved.
Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, congratulated
Target Stores for the number of trees planted at the site of the new
store on Harbor Boulevard.
Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, spoke on
behalf of Jerry Vanus, 1093 Glen Circle, Costa Mesa, who
expressed concern with parking in his neighborhood. There being
no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Cowan, seconded by
Resolutions 00-75 Council Member Somers, and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution 00 -
and 00-76, 75, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
Approving DR -00-11 COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
and T-16070 REVIEW DR -00-11 and to adopt Resolution 00-76, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP T-
16070, approving the plan designated Alternate No. 3 which
reduces the number of units from 18 to 16 and adds a three -car
garage, stipulating that should the Ficus tree have to be removed in
the future, it shall be replaced with five new trees having a minimum
box size of 24 inches; and authorizing staff to waive any additional
fees.
Brian Johnson commented on the Ficus tree, and stated that he
has reduced the number of lots from 23 to 18 and still the project
has the lowest density in the area. He objected to the project being
reduced by two more lots, explaining that it would not make sense
economically. Council Member Somers questioned the assertion
that the project would not make a profit at the reduced density.
Substitute Motion to A substitute motion was made by Mayor Monahan to adopt the
Approve Alternative resolutions supporting Alternative No. 2. The motion died for lack of
No. 2 Died a second.
Council Member Dixon stated that she could not support 18 units,
noting that previous projects with four or five bedrooms had been
approved without investigating the need for adequate parking and
driveways.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 8:30 p.m., and reconvened the
meeting at 8:40 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place
Charle Street Skate- set for the public hearing to, consider a resolution approving
board Park Planning Application PA -00-39 for construction of a skateboard park
and other improvements at 523 Hamilton Street (Charle Street
Skateboard Park):
Charle Street Design Report, and Conceptual Plan, prepared by
Purkiss-Rose-RSI, 801 North, Harbor Boulevard, Fullerton.
Direct staff to complete the;, construction plans, specifications,
and bid documents, and proceed with the competitive bidding for
the Charle Street Skateboard Park.
Require that construction documents include a standard sewer -
based restroom facility in lieu of a non sewer -based restroom as
directed at the City Council meeting of December 6, 1999.
Expend an additional $4,000.00 for installation of sidewalk on
Hamilton Street to connect the skateboard facility with the
existing Harbor Boulevard sidewalk.
Table consideration of fencing and lighting the facility, other than
security lighting at this time, and direct that staff monitor the use
of the park for possible City Council consideration of these
improvements at a future date.
The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No
communications were received. The Parks Project Manager
summarized the Agenda Reportidated October 9, 2000.
Steve Rose, Purkiss-Rose-RSI, 801 North Harbor Boulevard,
Fullerton, reviewed the layout of the project, and responded to
questions from Council.
The following Costa Mesa residents objected to the Charle Street
site for the skateboard park: John Fontenot, 2202 Wallace Avenue;
Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota' Avenue; Janice Davidson, 1982
Arnold Avenue; Peter Luke, a resident on Hamilton Street; Doug
Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, !No. P; Greg Cocroft, 587 Knowell
Place; Karen Larson, owner of the property at 2077 Charle Street;
Vanessa Cocroft, 587 Knowell : Place; Paul Schmidt, 1351 Logan
Avenue; Hector Jimenez, 583 ;Knowell Place; and Paul Bunney,
Post Office Box 11024.
The following Costa Mesa residents supported the location of the
skateboard park on Charle Street: Stephanie Camargo, 534
Hamilton Street, Apt. B; Bill Turpit, 1772 Kenwood Place,
representing the Lions Park Association; Paul Schmidt, business
address of 1351 Logan Avenue; and Chuck Hults, 3137 Boston
Way.
Lila Moore, 1875 Glen Circle, Costa Mesa, suggested that if the
Charle Street skateboard park were denied, another site should be
chosen in the immediate future.'
Jim Gray, 215 Knox Street, Apt. B, Costa Mesa, thought that the
skateboard park would enhance Charle Street, and urged
expediency in the decision. There being no other speakers, the
Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Mayor Monahan commented on the development history of the
skateboard park which began in 1991. He agreed that the location
may not be the best but opposed any further delays.
MOTION/Adopted On motion by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council Member
Resolution 00-77 Erickson, and carried 5-0, negative declaration was adopted;
Approving Charle Resolution 00-77 was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Street Skateboard COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
Park APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION PA -00-39; the Charle
Street Design Report and Conceptual Plan was approved; staff was
directed to complete the construction plans, specifications, and bid
documents, and proceed with the competitive bidding; directed that
the construction documents include a standard sewer -based
restroom; authorized the expenditure of an additional $4,000.00 to
install a sidewalk on Hamilton Street; tabled consideration of
fencing and lighting for the facility, other than security lighting at this
time, authorized "stubbing out" for possible future lighting; and
directed staff to monitor the use of the park.
Council Member Erickson supported the motion, observing that the
park will improve the neighborhood. He believed that this location
will work since it is close to public transportation, includes
landscaping, and provides activities for the children. Council
Member Somers supported the motion, concurred with Council
Member Erickson, and stated that this decision has been made
logically over long period of time. She noted that this area is in
need of park space, and Charle Street will probably be the first of
two sites. Council Member Dixon supported the motion, stating that
the site will be a regularly policed area, and indicated that the
neighborhood would benefit from the project.
MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro
New Business Nos. Tem Cowan, and carried 5-0, to continue to the meeting of
1, 2, 3, and 6 November 6, 2000, New Business Item No. 1, 1999 Development
Phasing and Performance Monitoring Program; New Business Item
No. 2, Fiscal Year 2000-2001 First Quarter Community Objectives;
New Business Item No. 3, Ordinance to establish minimum
requirements for waste hauling service for multi -family residential
housing; and New Business Item No. 6, Appointments to the
following committees: Building, Housing, and Fire Codes Board of
Appeals; Advisory Committee of Teens (ACT); Child Care and
Youth Services Committee; and Human Relations Committee.
Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, asked to
be added to the committee candidate list. Mayor Monahan replied
that Mr. Scribner should forward a letter of interest to the Mayor's
office.
PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place
Appeal of ZA-00-19, set for the public hearing to consider an application from Paul and
Kline Ruby Wilbur, 312 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, appealing the
Planning Commission's approval of Zoning Application ZA-00-19 for
Susan Kline, authorized agent for Pastor Leon Sikes, First Baptist
Church of Costa Mesa, for a minor conditional use permit to allow
an extension of time for a temporary modular classroom building for
Kline School, originally approved under Planning Application PA -95-
29, located at 301 Magnolia Street in an I & R zone. Environmental
Determination: Exempt. The Affidavits of Publishing and Mailing
are on file in the City Clerk's office. Communications were received
from: Maria deLeon, 308 East 18th Street, Costa Mesa, urging
Council to a�prove the minor conditional use permit; Lloyd Crane,
319 East 18t Street, Costa Mesa, supporting approval of ZA-00-19;
R. L. Simonson, 325 Broadway, Costa Mesa, opposing ZA-00-19;
K. L. Smith, 329 Broadway, Costa Mesa, opposing ZA-00-19; and
Susan A. Kline, 320 East 18th Street, Costa Mesa, which includes
letters from seven neighbors supporting her request.
Jennifer Friend, Andrade & 'Associates, 18401 Von Karman
Avenue, Suite 350, Irvine, representing the appellants, reported that
approval for placement of the temporary module was granted
through a conditional use permit in 1995 and subsequently
extended by ZA-00-19. She proposed that approval was granted in
error and suggested not compounding the error by granting an
extension. She maintained that the current placement of the
modular building covers areas ;designated as required parking for
the property. Ms. Friend further reviewed the history of the project
and her contention that ZA-00-19 should be denied.
Howard Denghausen, 343 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, provided
an aerial photograph and drawings of the site, and explained that
the plan offered by the school is inadequate. He urged Council to
accept the parking layout he provided because the size of the
church congregation has tripled and maximum parking is required.
Beth Refakes, 320 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, opposed the
restriping of the parking lot as proposed in the Agenda Report,
stating that the majority of the cars would exit through the driveway
closest to her residence. She complained about the excess traffic
and overflow parking generated by persons attending functions at
the church. The Development Services Director commented on the
proposed restriping plan.
Susan Kline, Director of ; Kline School, and authorized
representative for Lighthouse Coastal Community Church, reviewed
the parking history of the property, noting that the current parking is
more than adequate, play periods are staggered to control noise,
and the original permit contains wording which indicates that the
modular building shall be allowed on the property for an indefinite
period of time. Ms. Kline announced her intention to resurface the
parking lot, and improve the traffic circulation.
Rebecca Miltonberger, 327 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, stated
that her major concern is the use of the parking lot as a playground.
She commented that although the students of the Kline School are
well behaved, the volume of noise from the playground is very
disruptive. She provided pictures for Council.
Scott Barnard, 510 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa, parent of two Kline
School students, and an architect who has reviewed the parking
situation, commented that the issue is church parking on Sundays
not Kline School parking during ,the week. He showed diagrams of
the original parking lot layout, and stated that the new plan
increases the number of parking stalls, simplifies circulation, and
provides significant additional screening utilizing trees and a wall.
Kate Gunn Medina, 326 East 1'8th Street, Costa Mesa, operates a
business from her home, and commented that the Kline School
does not generate excessive noise. She complimented Ms. Kline
on the school organization, and stated that the modular building
was more attractive than the old playground. She believed that the
school is an asset to the community.
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Thomas Johnson, 476 Magnolia
Kline School maintains a traffic
noted that early in the morning
enter and leave the school area
this is a land -use issue.
Street, Costa Mesa, stated that
drop-off and set-up program, and
and late in the afternoon 25 cars
. He concurred with Council that
Julie Kramer, 329 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, indicated that the
neighborhood parking problems are not related to Kline School.
Scott Reed, 1745 Paloma Drive, Newport Beach, licensed real
estate broker with four children attending Kline School, commented
that a house directly across the street from the school recently sold
at a 50 percent profit.
Jennifer Friend believed that the main issue is, "What will make the
property be in compliance?". She agreed that the issue is land use
and the property will only be in compliance if a mandated and
designated parking area is allowed to be a parking area. There
being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
The Development Services Director referred to information that had
been submitted which indicated that the total number of spaces for
parking does not comply with the City's parking requirements. He
stated that the information is erroneous as the property is a legal,
nonconforming use.
MOTION/Adopted
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Cowan, seconded by Mayor
Resolution 00-78
Monahan, and carried 5-0, to uphold the Planning Commission's
decision by adopting Resolution 00-78, A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ZA-00-19.
As a matter of record, Council Member Erickson encouraged the
applicant's authorized agent to speak with the church leadership
regarding newsletter messages and a monitoring program for
parking, as was proposed earlier. Regarding the parking and
paving which needs to be improved, he asked the maker of the
motion if the time frame of 120 days from the Planning Commission
action could be moved up. He suggested 90 days, or the sooner
the better, and she concurred. Council Member Dixon suggested
that Ms. Kline look into placing a fagade on top of the modular
structure to make it more compatible with the neighborhood, and
paint the trim the same color as the permanent structure in front.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place
Council Review of
set for the public hearing to consider a request from Council
PA -00-30, Archi-
Member Dixon for City Council review of the Planning
tects Orange/Collins
Commission's approval of Planning Application PA -00-30, for
Architects Orange/Chip Collins, 144 Orange Avenue, Orange,
authorized agent for B.R.E. Properties, 610 Newport Center Drive,
Suite 570, Newport Beach, for a variance to allow excess compact
parking (0 permitted; 102 proposed) to increase the total number of
parking stalls for an existing apartment complex from 427 stalls to
481 stalls, located at 1250 Adams Avenue in an R3 zone.
Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavits of Publishing
and Mailing are on file in the City Clerk's office. Communications
were received from B.R.E. Properties, Inc., 610 Newport Center
Drive, Suite 570, Newport Beach, responding to Council Member
Dixon's appeal, and assuring Council that B.R.E. will provide a nice
living environment for its residents. Council Member Dixon
expressed concern about losing 12 mature eucalyptus trees in
exchange for 10 to 24 additional parking spaces.
Ashish Khatana, B.R.E. Properties, 610 Newport Center Drive,
Newport Beach, reported that the subject property has had a major
renovation since its purchase. ; He addressed several issues by
stating that the current parking is not striped to any standard, which
would be a priority after repaving the parking lot; the eucalyptus
trees are not in good condition; the standard allowable occupancy is
two persons per bedroom plus one; and the overall goal is to
improve the property. Council! Member Dixon opined that there
were ways to improve the property without cutting down the trees.
The Development Services Director responded to questions from
Council.
R. C. Alley, Architects Orange; clarified the parking space issue,
reporting that originally the project had 427 parking spaces, and
restriping of the lot occurred to include 458 parking spaces of which
some are substandard. He clarified that several are only seven feet
in width. Mr. Alley noted the intention to remove the carports which
are old structures, and gave an overview of proposed changes. He
commented that trees will be planted in the back parking lot, and
the front entry will be landscaped. Mr. Khatana responded to
questions from Council regarding the number of cars per apartment
and the potential of off-site parking.
Erin Rybacek, 1250 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported that the
complex has a security guard, and one parking pass is assigned per
apartment. She acknowledged appreciation of the trees but put
safety at a priority.
Stephanie Getmire, 1250 Adams Avenue, commented on the
upgrading of the complex.
Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, stated that about
one-third of the eucalyptus trees are stressed, probably due to lack
of water. She pointed out that the "finger islands" in the plans are
too narrow to support a canopy tree.
The resident at 1250 Adams Avenue, Apt. H-101, Costa Mesa,
commended the property owners for their endeavors to upgrade the
complex. He asked that Council approve the application.
Sanjeev Tak, 1250 Adams Avenue, Apt. D-103, Costa Mesa,
supported the property owner in, his attempt to increase the parking
spaces. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the
public hearing.
MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council
Resolution 00-79 Member Erickson, and carried '3-2, Council Members Cowan and
Dixon voting no, to affirm the: Planning Commission's action by
adopting Resolution 00-79: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION PA -00-30, revising
Condition of Approval No. 6 to increase the number of replacement
trees to 3 -to -1.
Council Member Erickson supported the portion of Condition of
Approval No. 6 which stated that, "Any tree not able to fit on site,
shall be donated to the City." Council Member Dixon opposed the
motion because she, felt that: the 12 eucalyptus trees are an
important part of the project, and modifications to the parking lot
could be made which would allow the trees to remain. She
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questioned the size of the "fingers" in the parking lot, and expressed
concern that the new trees may die and not be replaced.
R. C. Alley, architect for the project, suggested combining the
"fingers" and having a larger expanse for parking in between.
Council Member Somers approved of the suggestion.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented proposed revisions to Title 13 of
Residential Develop- the Costa Mesa Municipal Code regarding residential development
ment Standards standards and parking requirements.
Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, addressed revisions
to the R1 zoning code stating that previously Council had provided
direction to alleviate the trend towards urbanization and higher
intensity. She suggested that Council review tapes and minutes of
previous meetings to ensure that their original intentions are being
followed.
Mayor Pro Tem Cowan asked Council to consider, under Minimum
Open Space on Page 6 of the Agenda Report dated October 12,
2000, "individual dwelling unit lots within small lot residential
developments would be required to provide a total of 50 percent
open space on site,..."; No. 2 on Page 8, Building Mass and Form,
"Second story floor areas should not exceed 60 percent of the floor
area of the first floor..." She asked that staff research the noticing
requirements for public hearings with the possibility of increasing
the range of notification from 300 to 600 feet. The City Manager
asked if this matter could be investigated in conjunction with review
of tenant mailings. Mayor Pro Tem Cowan referred to Design
Reviews, and asked staff to address protections available to avoid
mistakes when decisions are made at staff level.
Council Member Dixon asked staff to investigate driveways which
will accommodate a standard 19 -foot car length. She expressed
concern regarding signage of projects, noting her interest in the City
of Vancouver where they place signs in front of a project advising
the community of its intended use. She asked staff to also
investigate "scout" trucks which pick up trash in small -lot
subdivisions. Council Member Dixon also asked for research to be
done on the size of a house versus the size of the lot.
In reference to Mayor Pro Tem Cowan's suggestion regarding
second story floor areas (Page 8, Building Mass and Form), Council
Member Erickson suggested that the 80 percent be retained on
existing construction or a home remodel. He hoped that the final
wording regarding second story windows was not so prohibitive as
to restrict light and the advantages of having a second story.
MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro
to November 20, Tem Cowan, and carried 5-0, to continue this item to the meeting of
2000 November 20, 2000.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented the Westside Specific Plan Public
West Side Specific Review and Adoption Schedule. The City Manager summarized the
Plan Agenda Report dated October 12, 2000.
Council Member Erickson stated for the record that in response to
concerns expressed by several members of the public at the last
study session, this issue will not be concluded during the remaining
period of his time on the Council, and he would not try to rush it
through.
Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, urged Council to
make sure all meetings are open to everyone.
Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, acknowledged
mention of the 19th Street bridge'in the West Side Specific Plan. He
addressed the goal of creating a pedestrian oriented mixed-use
center on 19th Street, stating that the location need not be a dead
end street. He asked about the "logic" used in denying the bridge.
Bill Turpit, 1772 Kenwood Place, Costa Mesa, announced that the
Latino community network, the Latino Business Council, the local
organizing committee, at St. Joachim Catholic Church, and the
Madres Costa Mesa group are interested in participating in this
process. He urged Council to keep the meetings open to members
of the west side community. Mayor Monahan suggested that those
who are unable to participate can send their written comments to
the Council and the Planning Commission.
Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, asked how one-
quarter of the City can be designed in a vacuum. He stated that
citizens are now more active, and town hall meetings might be
appropriate.
Mayor Pro Tem Cowan commented that the process should be
open-ended because it is going to take time; she believes in the
community and the strength in our diversity. She encouraged
withdrawing EIP Associates from the process, and suggested
beginning with a professional facilitator going from small to large
groups to establish a consensus, or at least a better definition of
differing viewpoints. She asked staff to return within three months
with discussion on "Little R" and "Big R" redevelopment, as well as
eminent domain as it relates to the West Side Specific Plan.
Council Member Erickson thought it would be best not to rely on
staff or a consultant to obtain a consensus in the community, and
encouraged setting a date to complete this process with Council
making that determination.
Council Member Dixon hoped that the "vision for Costa Mesa" and
future goals are considered prior to making a decision about the
west side.
Council Member Somers asked; staff to set target dates which will
allow for consideration of items in groupings of area, or specific
items such as traffic or zoning. Mayor Monahan concurred with
setting target dates. He asked that notification be given to those
affected on the west side that the draft plan is available, and that
there will be two town hall meetings. He invited written comments
to be forwarded to the Council, the Planning staff, and Planning
commission. The City Manager stated that a range of alternatives
will be presented at the meeting of November 6, 2000.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented an ordinance authorizing an
Amendment to PERS amendment to the contract between the City of Costa Mesa and the
Contract for Police Board of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement
System, to provide 3% at 50 full formula for local police safety
members; and a resolution approving an amendment to a contract
between the Board of Administration of the Public Employees'
Retirement System and the City Council of the City of Costa Mesa.
The Administrative Services Director summarized the Agenda
Report dated October 9, 2000.
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MOTION/Gave On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council
Ordinance 00-16 Member Somers, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 00-16 was given first
First Reading reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
COSTA MESA AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM. Second reading
and adoption are scheduled for the meeting of November 20, 2000.
MOTION/Adopted On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council
Resolution 00-80 Member Somers, and carried 5-0, Resolution 00-80 was adopted:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF
THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to allocate $231,289.00
Allocation of 2000- of 2000-2001 AB 1913 Citizens' Option for Public
2001 AB 1939 Safety/Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund, and
Funds reallocate $105,551.00 of prior years surplus funds for Police
Sergeant Position -Field Patrol ($120,000.00); Radio Packsets
($206,700.00); and Matching Funds for 2000 LLEGB ($10,140.00);
and Budget Adjustment 01-39 for $216,840.00, and authorization
for staff to include the appropriation for the Police Sergeant in the
2001-2002 budget. The Administrative Services Commander
reviewed the Agenda Report dated October 9, 2000.
MOTION/Approved On motion by Council Member Somers, seconded by Mayor Pro
Allocations and Tem Cowan, and carried 5-0, the allocations were approved; and
Adjustment 01-39 Budget Adjustment No. 01-39 was approved.
The City Manager noted that this item was placed under New
Business in lieu of the Consent Calendar because it is a request for
new funding. He asked for Council feedback on that placement.
COUNCIL Council Member Dixon announced that on Wednesday, October 25,
COMMENTS 2000, at 6:00 p.m., at the Neighborhood Community Center, the
Diversity Film Human Relations Committee will host a diversity film screening and
Festival dialogue and everyone is invited to attend. She gave a phone
number of (714) 754-5011 to RSVP. She supported Eleanor Egan's
anti -litter campaign for 19th Street.
Blood Drive Council Member Somers encouraged residents to give blood.
O.C. Alliance Council Member Erickson announced that Thursday afternoon,
Committee October 19, 2000, will be his last meeting on the Orange County
Airport Alliance Commission, and Council Member Somers has
indicated her interest in this position. He reported that the
commission is not political, but highly technical, and dedicated to
protecting the residents and the people in the air.
WINE
Graffiti Mayor Pro Tem Cowan asked the Public Services Director to work
with Paul Bunney regarding graffiti, especially if an additional
person is needed to help with removal.
ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 12:25 a.m.
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