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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/04/2000 - City Council1 1 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA DECEMBER 4, 2000 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session December 4, 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, and invocation by Dr. Gary Barmore, Fairview Community Church. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Mayor Gary Monahan Mayor Pro Tem Libby Cowan Council Member Joe Erickson Council Member Heather Somers Council Member Linda Dixon 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 Com- mander Dick Greer Planning and Redevelopment Manager Mike Robinson Recreation Manager Stacia Mancini Assistant to the City Manager Ann Shultz Associate Planner Kim Brandt Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Council Member Erickson, seconded by Council November 20, 2000 Member Somers, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of November 20, 2000, were approved as distributed. ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Council Member Erickson, seconded by RESOLUTIONS Coucil Member Somers, and carried 5-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. PRESENTATION Mayor Monahan congratulated Richard Brunette on being named Employee of the Employee of the Month for December, 2000, in appreciation of his Month contributions as an employee of the Administrative Services Department/Recreation Division. Mr. Brunette was recognized for helping to establish improved relations between the school district and the City, improved staff performance, and developing pro rams that increase self-esteem and academic performance among the youth of this community. PRESENTATION Ma or Monahan read a proclamation declaring the week of "Falun Data Week" December 4 through 8, 2000, as "Falun Dafa Week", and Proclamation presented the document to Calvin Lou and Yanbo Yang, Falun Data practitioners. ORAL COMMUNI- Michael Szkaradek, 1555 Mesa Verde Drive East, Building 54B, CATIONS Cosa Mesa, commented on the previously discussed matter of Steel Candidacy Chris Steel's nomination papers wherein two of the 20 signatures MW were allegedly signed by the same person. He noted that based on additional research, it had been determined that a City employee had checked the papers and did not disqualify the offending signature. , He opposed seating Mr. Steel until he answered the following questions: "Did you witness Marilyn Noack sign the nomination papers on. Line 18T and "Did you witness Richard Noack sign his wife's name to the nomination papers on Line 18T Mr. Szkaradek asked that the City retain a handwriting expert to ascertain the veracity of the signature. William Kuhn, 1086 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, stated that because of the questionable signature on Chris Steel's nominations papers, he should not have run for office. He supported a recall. Martin Millard, 2973 'Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, suggested that, in lieu of the above, Mr. Steel and Ms. Robinson be seated as members of the City Council.' He observed that citizens are discouraged that the City is the skid row of Orange County, and Mr. Steel and Ms. Robinson speak to this issue. Mr. Millard expressed concern regarding the opening of another thrift shop on the west side. Council Member Dixon asked Mr. Millard to provide Council with his information on thrift shops. Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, thanked Council Members Erickson and Somers, the City Manager, and staff for a job well done in representing the City. Regarding the Steel nomination papers, he suggested that the fact that Mr. Steel received the highest number of'votes in the City should be taken into consideration in the deliberations. Mr. Bunney supported videotaping City Council and Planning Commission study sessions. Hilldegard Gonzalez, 1932 Pomona Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported that west side residents are tired of poor living conditions in that area, and believed that Mr. Steel and Ms. Robinson would support neighborhood improvements. Craig Stevens, 1845 Anaheim' Avenue, No. 6D, Costa Mesa, complained about homeless persons who sleep in Lions Park, and reported gang graffiti on the walls of his building. He supported Chris Steel who had declared his intention to alleviate many of the west side problems. Mr. Stevens did not believe that Mr. Steel should be held accountable .for a "technical violation", and endorsed his being seated this evening. Richard Studenick, 1174 Atlanta Way, Costa Mesa, declared that his property in Mesa North has not increased in value partly because of the crime rate in Costa Mesa. He reported that the City has more programs to serve illegal immigrants and the poor than any other City in Orange County. Mr. Studenick challenged Chris Steel to "help clean up the City and get rid of crime." He supported seating Mr. Steel immediately. John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, addressed the "Fillmore slum" which is located in his neighborhood, and commented that this area would not be tolerated in Newport Beach. He stated that he aggressively acted to ensure Mr. Steel's election because of this candidate's promise to rid the City of gangs and slums. 1 I. 1 77 I 1 ;e Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, reviewed her /ledge of thrift stores. . She announced a new website for ;erned Costa Mesa Citizens, stating that she will provide the address to the City Manager's office. Santa Ana Heights Robert Hanley, 1601 Indus Street, Santa Ana Heights, provided an Annexation update on the status of Santa Ana Heights residents' attempts to annex their area to the City of Newport Beach. He reported on the Local Agency Formation Commission's decision that the Santa Heights area should remain an undivided entity, and thanked the City�of Costa Mesa for their input to the Commission. EI Toro Marine Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights, asked Corps Air Station that Council review the recent ruling on Measure F regarding EI Tor Marine Corps Air Station, and strive to ensure that a proper plan is followed. He commended Council Member Somers on her work regarding the plan, and encouraged the new council members to become involved and promote the vision for EI Toro. Curb on Meyer and Ca I pbell Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, Seal Streets commented that to date the problem with the previously reported curb on Meyer Street, which does not meet the Americans with Disabilities standards, has not been corrected. The Public Services Director replied that the curb which had been reported was located on Seal Street, and stated that the City will investigate. Mr. Davidson indicated that the problem actually exists on the corner of Meyer and Seal Streets. Accolades for Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, thanked Erickson and Somers Council for their efforts over the last four years, wishing Council Mm ebers Erickson and Somers the best. Pau Freeman, C. J. Segerstrom & Sons, 3315 Fairview Road, Cosa Mesa, thanked Council Members Erickson and Somers for thO dedication to the City. GENERAL MUNI- CIPAL ELECTION Don Williams, 1600 Dover Drive, Newport Beach, commended Council Member Erickson and the City Manager for their dedication to the City. Doni Hall, 3080 Johnson Avenue, Costa Mesa, congratulated Council Members Erickson and Somers for a job well done. Council Member Dixon recognized Donn Hall, former Costa Mesa Mayor, his wife Trudy Ohlig-Hall, a member of the Mesa Consolidated Water District Board, and Fred Bockmiller, Water District President. The Elec Tha a Fari Woi Cliff that Coui Deputy City Clerk recited the facts of the General Municipal tion held in the City of Costa Mesa on November 7, 2000: the total number of ballots cast in the precincts, except absent ballots and provisional ballots was 27,610; that the whole ber of absent voter ballots cast in the City was 6,819; that the e number of provisional ballots cast in the City was 0, making al of 34,429 ballots cast in the City; that the names of persons 1 for at the election for Member of the City Council were Joel Chris Steel, Thomas L. Sutro, Heather K. Somers, Dan :hington, Rick Rodgers, Karen L. Robinson, Michael D. )rd, Ronald J. Channels, Libby Cowan, and William Perkins; the measure voted upon at the election is as follows: isure O: "Shall an ordinance be adopted to authorize the City icil of the City of Costa Mesa to increase the current Transient Occupancy Tax up to two additional percent points as a special tax for the acquisition and development of parks, recreation facilities and open space in the City of Costa Mesa?"; that the number of votes given at each precinct, the number of votes given in the City to each above-named candidate for Member of the City Council, and the number of votes given for and against Measure O, are as listed in Exhibit "A" to the resolution; that the City Council does hereby declare and determine that Chris Steel, Libby Cowan, and Karen L. Robinson, were elected as Members of the City Council for the full term of four years; and that as the result of the election, a sufficient number of voters voting on Measure O, relating to an increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax, did not vote in favor of it, that the measure was not carried, and shall not be deemed adopted and ratified. MOTION/Adopted On motion by Mayor Monahan, seconded by Council Member Resolution 00-84 Erickson, and carried 5-0, Resolution 00-84 was adopted: A Declaring Results RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 7, 2000, DECLARING THE 'RESULT, AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. Mayor Monahan expressed his' appreciation to outgoing Council Members Erickson and Somers for all their efforts while on the Council. Council Member Somers thanked her campaign supporters, stating that she had worked hard over the past years to improve and increase park space and land, improve Police Department services; acquire Measure M; funding for road and freeway improvement; and ensure that Costa Mesa is a safe and fun place to live, work, and play. She :expressed gratitude to City staff, Council Members, the City Attorney, and City Manager. Council Member Erickson introduced his family, commended his fellow council members, and expressed his personal philosophy of always voting the way he had felt was right and doing his best on all issues. He acknowledged, staff, and recognized those with whom he had worked with since 1985 who have passed on: Ed Glasgow, Chick Clark, and Roy Andreen from the Planning Commission; former City Finance Director Susan Temple; and members of the community Allan Schwalbe, Roy Alvarado, Bud Lengtat, Alvin Pinkley, Sandy 'Pinkerton, J. C. Humphries, Eric Johnson, Richard Vincent, Charlie and Betty Beecher, and Luke Davis. Council Member Erickson encouraged Council to be open minded, strive not be cynical, treat everyone with respect, read everything that is forwarded, and return telephone calls. The Deputy City Clerk gave the Oaths of Office to newly elected Council Members Chris Steel, Libby Cowan, and Karen L. Robinson, and presented them with their Certificates of Election. Council Members Cowan, Robinson, and Steel, thanked their supporters, campaign teams, and families. MOTION/Cowan The Deputy City Clerk called for nominations for Mayor. Mayor Elected Mayor Monahan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Dixon, nominating Council Member Cowan. By a 5-0 vote, Council Member Cowan was elected Mayor for a one-year term. MOTION/Dixon Elected Mayor Pro Tem n r Cowan called for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. Mayor n made a motion, seconded by Council Member Monahan, eating Council Member Dixon. Substitute Motion A substitute motion was made by Council Member Steel ,to to Nominate nominate Council Member Robinson as Mayor Pro Tem. Council Robinson Withdrawn Member Robinson thanked Council Member Steel for the norr�ination but declined. Council Member Steel withdrew the motion. By a 5-0 vote, Council Member Dixon was elected Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term. RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 7:50 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8:10 p.m. Mayor Cowan thanked Mayor Monahan for his two -years of service as Mayor, commending him for his hard work and diligence. CONSENT The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar: Item CALENDAR No. 9, Completion of 1999-2000 Slurry Seal and Crack Seal, Proiect No. 00-06. MOTION/Approved On ''motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Except Item No. 9 Tera Dixon, and carried 5-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items were approved as recommended. READING FOLDER Thelfollowing Reading Folder items were received and processed: Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Mesa Consolidated Water District; and Richard Roehm. Alcoholic Beverage �41coholic Beverage Control (ABC) License request from Sir License Charles Liquor, 2981 Bristol Street, for a person-to-person Fansfer of a Type 21 ABC license (off -sale general). WARRANTS Thelfollowing warrants were approved: Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1825, funding City operating expenses for 1825 $638,014.18. Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1826, funding Payroll 024 for 1826/Payroll 024 $1,644,629.49, and City operating expenses for $433,069.32, Including payroll deductions. ADMINISTRATIVE Street improvements at 1670 Newport Boulevard were completed ACTIONS/Accepted to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by Cal -Select Work at 1670 New- Builders, 716 Richfield Road, Placentia, in connection with port by Cal -Select, Encroachment Permit No. 14464 (PA -97-32). The work was 14464 (PA -97-32) accepted, and the bonds were ordered exonerated. Accepted Work at Street improvements at 2368 Santa Ana Avenue were completed 2368 Santa Ana by to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by Harbinger Harbinger Homes, Ho es, Inc., 3400 Avenue of the Arts, Suite G104, Costa Mesa, in Encroachment Per- conn, ection with Encroachment Permit No. PS99-00706 (Tract No. mit PS99-00706 15846). The work was accepted, and the bonds were ordered (Tract 15846) exonerated. Accepted Work at Street improvements at 2007 Harbor Boulevard were completed to 2007 Harbor by the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by Redline Self Redline Self Storage, Storage, LLC, 480 Old Newport Boulevard, Suite A, Newport Encroachment Per- Beach, in connection with Encroachment Permit No. PS00-00025 mit PS00-00025 (PA -99-38). The work was accepted, and the bonds were ordered (PA -99-38) exonerated. Accepted Work for Site Improvements at the Costa Mesa Bark Park Located in Improvements at TeWinkle Park, Project No. !00-07, were completed to the Bark Park, Project satisfaction of the Public Services Director on September 27, 2000, No. 00-07, by by TruGreen LandCare, 950 North Tustin Avenue, Anaheim. The TruGreen LandCare work was accepted; the Deputy,City Clerk was authorized to file a Notice of Completion; authorization was given. to release retention monies 35 days thereafter; the Labor and Material Bond was ordered exonerated 7 months! thereafter; and the Performance Bond was ordered exonerated 12 months thereafter. Accepted Work for Rehabilitation of the Main Electrical Switchboard and Associated Emergency Genera- Power Distribution Equipment and Installation of an Emergency for System for City Generator System for City Hall, ;Project No. 99-18, was completed Hall, Project No. 99- to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director on October 27, 18, by Neubauer 2000, by Neubauer Electric, Inc., 2740 East Spring Street, Long Electric Beach. The work was accepted; the Deputy City Clerk was authorized to file a Notice of Completion; authorization was given to release retention monies 35 days thereafter; the Labor and Material Bond was ordered exonerated 7 months thereafter; and the Performance Bond was ;ordered exonerated 12 months thereafter. Approved Revisions Revisions to Council Policy 300-4, Part-time Employees General to Policy 300-4 Leave Program, were approved.; 1999-2000 Slurry Item No. 9 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Completion Seal and Crack Seal, of 1999-2000 Slurry Seal and Crack Seal, Project No. 00-06, by Project No. 00-06, California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc., 9390 Elder Creek Road, Sacramento: Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, stated that it was difficult to ascertain where the repairs occurred, and asked for clarification. He asked if the locations indicated accounted for the entire amount of funds expended. The Public Services Director responded that the streets questioned by Mr. Egan are locations which, are covered by change orders, specifically identified on Page; 2 of the Agenda Report. He volunteered to provide Mr. Egan with a copy of the original specification list of all the affected streets, and indicated that this list is provided when the contract is awarded. At Mr. Egan's request, the Mayor asked the Public Services Director to include the list in all notice of completion, reports. MOTION/Accepted On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Work by California Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, the work was accepted; the Deputy Pavement Mainte- City Clerk was authorized to file a Notice of Completion; nance authorization was given to release retention monies 35 days thereafter; the Labor and Material Bond was ordered exonerated 7 months thereafter; and the Performance Bond was ordered exonerated 12 months thereafter. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place South Coast Plaza set for the public hearing to 'consider an application for Paul Town Center Freeman, authorized agent for South Coast Plaza and the Orange County Performing Arts Center,; and Phillip Schwartze, authorized agent for CommonWealth Capital Management, LLC/ Fifth Street Properties, for the expansion of; South Coast Plaza Town Center, 1 1 I1 generally located between Sunflower Avenue to the north, the San Diego Freeway (1-405) to the south, Avenue of the Arts to the east, and I Bristol Street to the west: inal Program Environmental Impact Report No. 1047 for South oast Plaza Town Center (State Clearing House No. 000041100). General Plan Amendment GP -00-02, to amend the 1990 General Plan text and figures to change the land use desig-nation from Urban Center Commercial to Cultural Arts Center on 54 net acres; to increase the trip budget; to increase the floor area ratio (FAR) to 1.77 from 0.60/0.50; and to amend the Master Plan of Highways to delete a portion of Town Center Drive between Bristol Street and Avenue of the Arts and to incorporate other miscellaneous amendments. :)ecific Plan Amendment SP -00-01, to amend the North Costa esa Specific Plan text and figures relative to Area 4's land use ;signation, trip budget, maximum allowable FAR and building luare footage, maximum building heights, and the preservation the "California Scenario" garden. own Center Preliminary Master Plan PA -00-38, for an mendment to reflect the proposed general plan and specific Ian amendments, and to further delineate the three sub -areas of uth Coast Plaza Town Center. An ordinance approving Development Agreement DA -00-02 between the City of Costa Mesa and South Coast Plaza. An ordinance approving Development Agreement DA -00-03 between the City of Costa Mesa and the Orange County Performing Arts Center; and , n ordinance approving Development Agreement DA -00-04 between the City of Costa Mesa and Fifth Street Properties. The Affidavits of Publishing and Mailing are on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Reports dated November 27, 2000. Jim Anderson, CommonWealth Partners, LLC, 633 West Fifth Street, 72nd Floor, Los Angeles, representing Fifth Street Properties, which is a joint venture between CommonWealth Partners and California Public Employees Retirement System. He reported that the property is approximately 18 acres and was purchased approximately two years ago. Ken Kay, Kenkay Associates, urban planners and landscape architects, 1045 Sansome Street, Studio 321, San Francisco, presented the constraints and opportunities encountered during the planing process, stressing that the project is of high quality and noting that the sculpture garden is the centerpoint. He addressed the dedication of the 1-405 ramp, stating that it will change the approach to the area, and presented photographs illustrating the new entry, the parking and garage areas, and various aspects of the design. He addressed traffic safety, and referred to the plan as being "California Scenario Urban Design. Messrs. Kay and Anderson responded to questions from Council. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon stressed that retaining the sculpture garden "in perpetuity" is an important issue. Jerry Mendel, President and Chief Operating Officer of the Orange County Performing, Arts Center, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, reported that in 15 years, the Center has become the 4th largest in the country, with almost 8 million persons attending 300 performances a year on the main stage, and 250 on the second stage. He explained the project as the build -out of the Orange County Performing Arts Center'to meet the original plans, which, when completed, will be the best performing art space in the country. He announced that the opening should occur in the fall of 2004. Council Member Robinson expressed an interest in having the City's name on one of the -proposed buildings to identify the area as Costa Mesa. David Ems, Producing Artistic Director of South Coast Repertory Theater, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, described changes to the theater when the project is completed. Paul Freeman, 3315 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, representing Orange County Performing Arts,Center and the South Coast Plaza Partners, commended both Messrs. Mendel and Ems for their artistic vision and substantial business acumen. He commented that the "gift of land" from South Coast Plaza Partners and the Segerstrom Family was one of; the reasons for the development, and reviewed several of the upgrades. He responded to questions from Council. The Associate Planner reported that the Environmental Impact Report prepared for South Coast Plaza Town Center does include the Home Ranch project. She stated that a 1,300 -foot radius was used for noticing purposes. Mr. Freeman indicated for the record his availability to meet with homeowners, homeowner groups, and neighborhood associations. Bruce Garlich, 3401 Wimbledon Way, Costa Mesa, President of the Wimbledon Village Homeowners Association, stated that he did not receive notification of this public hearing. He believed that combining the two projects into one is a clever strategy to gain approval of the undesirable office/hotel/commercial center by including the world class Performing Arts complex. He provided a copy of his comments to the Deputy City Clerk, and noted his support of the Performing Arts Center. Mr. Garlich commented on the lack of sensitivity of previous City Councils regarding the impact of projects such as Town Center and Home Ranch on north side residents. He urged approval only of the Performing Arts Center project, asking that traffic and air quality be taken into account. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, suggested adding outdoor cafes and retail stores to the project. He supported a "Shakespeare in the Park" type activity, suggesting that the South Coast Repertory Theater could perform plays in other areas of the city. He agreed with Council Member Robinson's suggestion that the City of Costa Mesa name be included in South Coast Metro area advertising. Paul Freeman responded that ancillary uses such as the above -proposed retail stores are proposed for the ground floor of the office building. He addressed the problem of moving people within the project by stating that two significant pedestrian bridges have been built, and commented that they fully support the Centerline project and other creative solutions. Mr. Freeman added that from a public policy point of view, the developers and staff decided to create one Environmental Impact Report covering the three projects. Douglas Toohey, 1149 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, supported the project but maintained that a "people -mover" or some other type of transportation should be added to the plans to ensure that all a -eas are accessible. Joh i Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, commented that proposals presented to Council over the last few years concerning slums and gangs did not receive the hours of staff time directed to this item. He described the project as a playground for people from places like Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and certain Costa Mesa neighborhoods, while middleclass neighborhoods in the City continue to have the slum and gang problems. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, stated that substantial exceptions to the General Plan densities, trip budgets, and air quality thresholds are alarming and unacceptable. She resented the implication that the benefit of the performing arts expansion, landscaping, and some traffic mitigation, is subject to approval of the intense Floor Area Ratios and trip budgets, to the degradation of air quality. Mrs. Leffler stated that the Naguchi Garden is a world-class work of art, and asked that Council ensure that the garden is preserved for future generations. Paul Flanagan, 3090 Bali Circle, Costa Mesa, stated that he a freq l ent visitor to Town Center and supported the project. He asked that the sculpture garden be preserved. Council Member Steel stated that Mr. Feeney and Mr. Millard are correct, and proposed that developers help improve less fortunate neighborhoods in Costa Mesa. Mayor Cowan asked Council Meni ber Steel to put his suggestions in writing for use in the development agreement. Council Member Monahan asked that the Traffic Services Manager be present at the meeting to which this item is continued in order to discuss relevant traffic information. He indicated that appropriate questions would be presented at that time. The following questions were presented for staff response at the meeting to which this item is continued: Mayor Pro Tem Dixon asked about the impact on the traffic level at the intersection of Brisibl Street and MacArthur Boulevard, from the proposed project, in conjunction with development of the Armstrong Ranch in Santa Ana and how the two cities are working to mitigate the area; are there additional fees for water for new buildings; and will reclaimed water be used in the landscaping in those areas. Council Member Rob;nson asked to see the documentation supporting the conclusions reached regarding parking; and suggested following up on the concept of an alternative transportation mode (monorail or tram). Mayor Cowan asked how the new project would impact traffic; the availability of public parking; the advantage of providing parking spaces in light of the availability of a parking structure; =lintde a better understanding of public parking versus office or parking; and define the responsible party in relation to access from the new freeway ramp at Avenue of the Arts into the parking garage at Commonwealth. MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by to January 15, Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, to continue the public hearing to the 2001 meeting of January 15, 2001. - The City Manager suggested that a subsequent notice be generated to inform residents of the next public hearing, proposing that notification be given in the Daily Pilot, and notices be forwarded to residents within 1,300 feet of the project, homeowner associations north of Baker Street, bordered by the Mesa Verde neighborhood on the west and the 55 freeway on the east, including all homeowners associations in north Costa Mesa, and including designated key individuals in areas where a homeowners association does not exist. The maker of the motion agreed to this addition, and the seconder concurred. Council Member Steel opined ;that all residents in Mesa Verde should be notified of the hearing. Mayor Cowan asked that additional questions from Council be submitted to staff in writing no later than December 18, 2000. The motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place 1999-2000 Local set for the public hearing to consider 1999-2000 Local Law Law Enforcement Enforcement Block Grant allocation of $91,257.00 with $10,140.00 Block Grant Allo- matching funds, for a total allocation of $101,397.00; and Budget cation Adjustment No. 01-56 for $101,397.00. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Administrative Services Commander summarized the Agenda Report dated November 19, 2000. There being no speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Approved On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Allocations and Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, the allocations recommended by the Adjustment 01-56 Local law Enforcement Block. Grant Advisory Committee and Budget Adjustment No. 01-56 were approved. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place Small -Lot Residential set for the public hearing to consider an urgency ordinance Moratorium extending Interim Ordinance No. 00-10, imposing a moratorium on small -lot residential developments. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated November 22, 2000, and responded to questions from Council. There being no speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Adopted On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member Urgency Ordinance Robinson, and carried 4-1, Council Member Monahan voting no, 00-19 Ordinance 00-19 was adopted,, AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING INTERIM ORDINANCE 00-10 IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ' ON SMALL -LOT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, until June 4,2002, or for 18 months. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon supported the motion, noting that there are two new Council, Members and the new small -lot subdivision ordinance is being reviewed. Council Member Robinson concurred with Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, commenting that a public hearing will be held on the ordinance, and ;she encouraged public comment. Council Member Monahan expressed concern that extending the ordinance to June, 2002, would prohibit the possibility of improvements to areas of the City. He specifically mentioned that a quality small -lot development on the west side would be ben ficial. Mayor Cowan supported extension of the moratorium, cautioning that this is not an indication to slow down the process relaiing to the zoning ordinance. Council Member Steel opposed action that would prohibit reasonable development or redevelopment. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place - Vacation at 1680 set for the public hearing to consider a resolution ordering the Tustin Avenue vacation of excess right-of-way at 1680 Tustin Avenue, southwesterly of East 17t Street. The Affidavit of Publishing and Pos ing of the Property are on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Public Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated November 27, 2000. There being no speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Adopted A otion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Resolution 00-85 Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution 00-85: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION OF EXCESS RIGHT-OF-WAY AT 1680 TUSTIN AVENUE, SOUTHWESTERLY OF EAST 17T" STREET, and authorizing the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk to execute Quitclaim Deed 3446. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of October 2, Award of Bid Item 2000, award of contract for Bid Item No. 1052, Two New No. 1052, Air Regenerative Air Sweepers. The Public Services Director reviewed Sweepers the bgenda Report dated November 22, 2000. MOTION/Awarded On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor Cowan, to Kelly Equipment and carried 5-0, the contract was awarded to Kelly Equipment, 9400 Seventh Street, No. D-2, Rancho Cucamonga, for $247,598.73. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of November Service Organization 20, 2000, request from Mayor Cowan for City support of the Council Service Organization Council: Print and distribute meeting age , das and minutes; and use of City Hall first floor conference room for meetings at no charge. The Assistant to the City Manager summarized the Agenda Report dated November 22, 2000. Arle ine Schafer, 292 Bucknell Road, Costa Mesa, President of the Service Organization Council, representing 61 agencies and clubs such as Women Helping Women, Boys and Girls Club, and Save Our �youth, etc., indicated that many years ago SOC was originated at the request of the City. She provided a brief history of the org"nization, and asked that first floor Conference Room A be made available for their continued use on a quarterly basis, and that the City provide postage for the agendas and minutes. Mal a in Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, opposed the request, stating that there are an excess number of charities in the City. He objected to the involvement of the City with the charities, and noted that many of the organizations are not based in Costa Mesa. Mayor Monahan expressed concern that the City may become involved in a legal discrimination case by allowing a waiver for one group and not for another. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon,. seconded by Mayor Directions to Staff Cowan, and carried 4-1, Council Member Monahan voting no, directing staff to revise/modify Council Policy No. 100-7, Waiver of Fees for Use of City Facilities/Show Wagon, to accommodate Costa Mesa organizations by allowing use of meeting space in a City facility, returning within 30 days with the revised policy, and directing that action on this request be deferred until after that time. Council Member Steel stated that charities are a major issue in the City, and felt that the entire situation should be studied. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon was not interested in studying the organizations, only in studying Council Policy 100-7. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a recommendation from the Huscroft House Cultural Arts and Historical Resources Committee to "Approve the restoration and development of the Huscroft House to the early 1900 period, to be used as a cultural museum." The Recreation Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated November 13, 2000. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon reported that the committee is working with the Development Services Department staff to develop a list of building materials required to renovate the house. She commented that Orange Coast College has showed an interest in making the renovation a class project, and the committee will contact members of the business sector, as well as the private sector, for "gifts in kind" which are fully tax deductible through the foundation. Council Member' Monahan asked that insurance requirements and liability of the City be investigated in light of using volunteers. Council Member Robinson commented on the need to identify future operating: costs, staffing, and other potential budget impacts. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Recommendations Council Member Steel, to approve the Cultural Arts and Historical Resources Committee recommendations. Council Member Monahan supported the motion, asking staff to detail all budget items for Council consideration. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon invited Council Members Robinson and Steel to visit the historical building in Centennial Park, Santa Ana. Substitute Motion A substitute motion was made. by Council Member Robinson to to Postpone postpone approval of the recommendations until detailed budget Approval Died information is prepared. The motion died for lack of a second. The original motion carried 5-0. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented General Plan Amendment General Plan Screening Requests: Amendment Screening Requests Jeffrey Pratt, EI Camino Partners, LLC, 17752 Mitchell, Suite H, Irvine, for the EI, Camino Shopping Center, 1011-1045 EI Camino Drive, to change -the land use designation from Neighborhood Commercial to Medium Density Residential. Mick Meldum, Harbor Center Partners, 2222 East 17th Street, Santa Ana, for the Harbor Shopping Center, 380 West Wilson Street and 2300 Harbor Boulevard, to change the land use designation from General Commercial and High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential. A communication was received on the Harbor Shopping Center from Tamar Goldmann, 2324 College Drive, listing nine reasons for 1 rejecting the request. The Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated November 15, 2000, and responded to questions from staff. EI Camino Center Jeff Pratt, one of the managing partners of EI Camino Partners, LLC, reported that residents surrounding this property had suggested a change in use. He commented that prior to expending monies on formal plans, he would like to determine if the project is feasible. He reviewed aspects of the project for Council, and responded to questions. Council Member Robinson expressed concern regarding the small - lot development, noting that residents had expressed their wish to retain the "look and feel' of Costa Mesa. Ed Keane, 2777 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, representing the Mesa del Mar Homeowners Association, recommended approval of the screening request, stating that it would benefit the community to change the property from commercial to residential. Douglas Toohey, 1149 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, supported conversion of the property to residential. Dan Goldmann, 2324 College Drive, Costa Mesa, recognized a market for well-built homes in the City, making reference to the small development at Fair Drive and Fairview Road. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, commented that the buildings on Valencia Street are the worst slums in the City. He proposed that the project of choice for this area would be low-density, single-family homes, which may act as an impetus to eliminate the slums. The resident at 2811 Francis Lane, Costa Mesa, supported the project. Motion to Accept A ,motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded by for Processing Council Member Monahan, to accept the EI Camino Shopping Withdrawn Center project for processing. Council Member Steel added that approval of the project would lead to home ownership with as low a density as possible, and included in the motion a direction to staff to analyze R1 low density. Council Member Monahan withdrew his second, and Council Member Robinson seconded the motion. Mr. Pratt indicated that he would like to apply the lowest density possible to the site yet still make the conversion to residential. He reiterated that the lower density was not economically feasible. After discussion, Council Member Steel withdrew the motion. MOTION/Accepted A motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded by for Processing Council Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, to accept the project for processing, for home -ownership, and medium -density which meets the proposed (draft ordinance) standards. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon supported the motion, noting endorsement of the project by the homeowners association. Harbor Center Mick Meldum, Harbor Center Partners, introduced Ron Jurgenson, 2527 Buckeye Street, Newport Beach, the residential developer for the Center, who reviewed proposed changes to the Harbor Shopping Center, and responded to questions from Council. Council Member Robinson asked that R1 zoning be considered for this project. She strenuously urged the applicant to develop the subject property in a manner that minimizes impacts on residents since the construction and operation of Harbor Center has already burdened the neighborhood. Tamar Goldmann, 2324 College Drive, Costa Mesa, protested the request for medium -density residential. She reviewed aspects of the project to which she objected. She asked that the General Plan Amendment Screening be denied, and that the developers be instructed to create a project which would cause no further intrusion into College Park. She also objected to an R2 zoning because it is not consistent with the neighborhood. Cindy Brenneman, 1856 Elba Circle, Costa Mesa, agreed with Mrs. Goldmann, and opposed removing the wall at Harbor Center and on Wake Forest Road. She asked that the screening request be denied. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, stated that medium density residential developments have changed the character of Costa Mesa's neighborhoods. . She objected to the precedents being set by these requests. She indicated that there is a need to encourage R-1 zoning. Dan Goldmann, 2324, College Drive, Costa Mesa, stated that the new homes will be very close to the shopping center and the noise. MOTION/To Deny A motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded by Request Council Member Robinson, to deny the request for processing. Council Member Steel stated that he would like to visit the project to determine if there are other alternatives than those proposed. SUBSTITUTE A substitute motion was made by Council Member Monahan, MOTION/Accepted seconded by Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, to accept the request for Processing for processing, studying R1 zoning, as well as other appropriate land -use designations which do not generate noise. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon was opposed to residential use, and recommended a nursery for the subject site. COUNCIL Council Member Monahan suggested placing on an upcoming COMMENTS agenda, review of Council Member compensation. He proposed Modernization of investigating the modernization of the Council Chambers and dais, Chambers lighting, etc., for Council consideration. Cowan Comments Mayor Cowan reported that a motorist damaged the wall on Harbor Boulevard at Swarthmore Lane, and asked staff to initiate a replacement project from Princeton Drive to the Jeep dealership, and investigate funding options. She suggested modifying the agenda to move Council Comments to the beginning of the meeting, perhaps after Oral Communications. She asked that enforcement be "stepped up" for persons who go through traffic signals which are red. She asked that an item be placed on an upcoming agenda which will direct staff to investigate the City of Corona ordinance which bans the display of wild or exotic animals for entertainment or amusement; purposes. Mayor Cowan reported that the first of a series of Library Services meeting was held last week, the goals and objectives are being ascertained, and the next meeting is January 23, 2001, listing the City Manager's office to contact for information regarding time and location. She reported 1 11 that Thursday evening, December 7, 2000, will be the launch of Fairview Friends, and on Tuesday, December 5, 2000, she and Mayor Pro Tem Dixon will meet with Supervisor Jim Silva to discuss extension of John Wayne Airport. She announced opening of the Bark Park on Saturday, December 2, 2000, and congratulated all of the volunteers. She encouraged Council to attend the League of California Cities Mayors and Council Members Institute in January, 2001. She asked Council Members to reserve a weekend day in January, 2001, or a long evening, to discuss personal goals and objectives, directing staff to prepare this subject as a item on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 1:20 a.m. a of the City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: T. Deputy City lerk of the City of Costa Mesa