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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/02/2001 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA JANUARY 2, 2001 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session January 2, 2001, 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 Robinson, and invocation by Chaplain Lloyd Sellers, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: :Mayor Libby Cowan Mayor Pro Tem Linda Dixon Council Member Karen Robinson Council Member Chris Steel Council Members Absent Officials Present: Council Member Gary Monahan ;City Manager Allan Roeder Assistant City Attorney Tom Wood Development Services Director Donald Lamm Public Services Director William Morris Police Captain Tom Warnack Assistant to the City Manager Ann Shultz Management Analyst Carol Proctor Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Member Dixon, December 18, 2000 and carried 4-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of December 18, 2000, were approved. ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor RESOLUTIONS Cowan, and carried 4-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. PRESENTATION Trudy Ohlig-Hall, 3080 Johnson Avenue, Costa Mesa, Board of Proclamations Directors for the Mesa Consolidated Water District, commended Commending Joe former Council Members Joe Erickson and Heather Somers for Erickson and Heather excellent service to the community. Mayor Cowan read City Somers proclamations acknowledging their conscientious and diligent efforts on behalf of the City, and presented them to the former Council Members. ORAL COMMUNI- Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2.111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, CATIONS Costa Mesa, showed photographs of code enforcement problems Code Enforcement in two areas adjacent to his home. He identified a sign Issues infringement on Harbor Boulevard, and pointed out abandoned couches and an abandoned car in the College Hospital parking lot. Mayor Cowan suggested.that Mr.Cochran contact the City's Code Enforcement Division and work with the Development Services Director to resolve these issues. Clifford Comments Mike Clifford, 666 -West 19th; Street, No. 709, Costa Mesa, complimented Council on decisions reached at the meeting of December. 18, 2000. He agreed with Council's denial of the 1 1 2'75 application for a free-standing sign at 3131 Bristol Street, and encouraged opposition to requests from developers which violate City regulations. Costa Mesa Charities Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, referred to City charities which he had previously addressed at the meeting of December 18, 2000. He indicated that he had researched the 2000-2001 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program to support his premise that charities attract people to the City instead of aiding current residents. He opposed Costa Mesa's becoming a welfare City. Sanitary District Stan- Ernie Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, read her letter dardized Container which addressed the Costa Mesa Sanitary District proposed Program program for use of standardized containers, and submitted a copy to City Council for the record. She reported a 12 percent net `increase in cost with this program, and an overall increase to residents of 22 percent. Mrs. Feeney reviewed the current fees, and announced that the District is conducting a meeting on this subject Wednesday, January 17, 2001, 12:00 p.m., at City Hall. Mayor Cowan asked the City Manager to investigate creating a liaison program with the Sanitary District, and suggested that a meeting be scheduled within the next month. The City Manager confirmed that the District will be invited to attend a joint meeting with the Mesa Consolidated Water District. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon questioned the appropriateness of the time for the abovementioned meeting. Dan Worthington, 2963 Mindanao Drive, Costa Mesa, member of the Board of Directors for the Costa Mesa Sanitary District, informed Mayor Pro Tem Dixon that the District meeting was scheduled at noon on January 17, 2001, because one of the Board members was not available to meet that evening. He responded to the allegations made by Mrs. Feeney, stating that an increase in trash rates is not proposed for this year, next year, or the year after, nor will the number of containers be limited. He maintained that Mrs. Feeney's facts were not derived from information obtained from the Sanitary District. Wallace Avenue Phil Morello, Post Office Box 10487, Costa Mesa, reported that he Graffiti had attended a recent Costa Mesa Sanitary District meeting which was held at noon, and the proposed use of standardized containers was discussed. He confirmed the statements made by Mrs. Feeney. He asked for upgraded graffiti enforcement in the Wallace Avenue neighborhood, and noted the importance of removing the graffiti within 24 hours, regardless of whether it is a weekend or holiday. The Public Services Director replied that graffiti paint -out normally occurs Monday through Saturday during the day, and personnel are on call for the weekend. "Fillmore Slum" John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, retorted that the information referred to by his wife, Ernie Feeney, had been obtained from the Costa Mesa Sanitary District. He advised that several property owners in the "Fillmore Slum" have harassed their tenants into refusing to cooperate with Code Enforcement personnel and the Police Department. Mr. Feeney indicated that he has personally provided the City with five proposals to alleviate gang problems, and has yet to see any activated. Council Member Steel referred to a February. 9, 1999, Buena Park gang ordinance, and Mayor Cowan suggested that the City Attorney's office review that ordinance. Code Enforcement Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked about Regulations code enforcement regulations 'regarding private property. The Development Services Director reviewed the procedures for removing an abandoned car from private property versus the restrictions imposed by the property maintenance ordinance. Mrs. Davidson commented on a new thrift store on the west side, suggesting that improved signage would prove more inviting to the public. Martin Luther King Anne Hogan-Shereshevsky, 21152 Elden Avenue, No. 1, Costa Day Mesa, asked that the City recognize Martin Luther King as a great civil rights leader. She thanked the City for their support of the Costa Mesa Senior Center, 695 West 19th Street, and expressed approval of the new Director. Ms. Hogan-Shereshevsky reported on a meal which had been donated to the Center by Angels Car Wash. Laguna Beach Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, citing the Laguna Visioning Process Beach "visioning process", stated that the city is organizing town meetings at which to discuss the issues. Duck Crossing Sign Doug Sutton, 2739 Canary Drive, Costa Mesa, asked the City to install a duck crossing sign on Golf Course Drive. He mentioned his attempts to replace a damaged tree in front of his residence. He reported that the replacement tree is a mere "twig", and asked that the matter be investigated. Mayor Cowan asked the City Manager to review both situations. CONSENT The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar: CALENDAR Item No. 5, Retirement of Police service dog, Bart, and Purchase Agreement for sale of Bart to Officer Paul Ellis; Item No. 7, Final Map and Subdivision Agreement for Tract No. 15882, located at 1645 Adams Avenue; and ; Item No. 13, Metro Building Maintenance Company Janitorial Services Contract, Change Order Nos. 4 and 5. MOTION/Approved On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member Except Item No. 5, 7, Steel, and carried 4-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items were and 13 approved as recommended. READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed: Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Suzanne M. W. Parrish; F. J. Barone; Craig and Mona Frampton; Ariel Gavilan; and Carl McConnell and Rosalie DeSa. Alcoholic Beverage Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License request from License Westport Wine�and Spirits, 711 West 17th Street, Suite G8, for a person-to-person transfer of a Type 9 ABC license (beer and wine importing) and Type 17 ABC license (beer and wine wholesaler). Public Utilities Notice from Southern California Edison Company that it has filed Commission Application No. 00-11-038 with ;the Public Utilities Commission to institute a rate stabilization plan and to increase rates. WARRANTS Warrant Resolution 1829 was approved, funding Payroll 026 for Approved Warrant $1,765,621.43, and City operating expenses for $1,174,440.31, 1829/Payroll 026 including payroll deductions. LJ 1 1 ADMINISTRATIVE One bid received for Baker Street Wall and Fence, from Cleveland ACTIONS/Rejected Avenue to Babb Street, Project No. 00-13, is on file in the City Bid for Baker Street Clerk's office. The bid was rejected, and staff was authorized to Wall, Project 00-13 readvertise the project. Accepted Street Street improvements at 2258 Pacific Avenue were completed to Improvements at the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by Harold Alderson, 2258 Pacific Avenue 802 Spirit, Costa Mesa, in connection with Encroachment Permit by Harold Alderson, No. PS00-00697. The work was accepted, and authorization was Encroachment Permit given to refund the $11,247.00 cash deposit. No. PS00-00697 Adopted Resolution Resolution 01-1 was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY 01-1, Authorizing COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, TO Sole Source Purchase AUTHORIZE AND AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT FOR of Mobile Computer THE PURCHASE OF 43 MOBILE COMPUTER TERMINAL Mounting Pedestals MOUNTING PEDESTALS AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE FOR from REO Mobile THE COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT, from REO Mobile Systems Systems, 1221 East Warner Avenue, Santa Ana, for a total cost not to exceed $32,000.00. Approved Final Map The Final Map and Subdivision Agreement were approved for for Vesting Tract Vesting Tract 16061, located at 431 West Bay Street, consisting of 16061-, Robert the subdivision of a single lot into 19 lots, 17 lots for single-family Johnson Real Estate residential use and 2 lots for access purposes and common open space, by developer Robert Johnston Real Estate, 901 Dover Drive, Suite 106, Newport Beach, the Deputy City Clerk was authorized to sign the map on behalf of the City; and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement on behalf of the City. Approved Final Map The Final Map and Subdivision Agreement were approved for for Vesting Tract Vesting Tract 16062, located at 265 Mesa Drive, consisting of the 16062, James subdivision of a single lot into 6 lots, 5 lots for single-family Cefalia residential use and 1 lot for access purposes and common open space, by developer James Cefalia, 930 Ocean Front, Newport Beach, the Deputy City Clerk was authorized to sign the map on behalf of the City; and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement on behalf of the City. Approved DBE Pro- The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program for the gram; Appointed City of Costa Mesa was approved for the Federal fiscal year Mejia beginning October 1, 2000, and ending September 3, 2001, and Baltazar Mejia was appointed DBE Liaison Officer. Adopted Resolution Resolution 01-2 was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY 01-2, Establishing COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, Emergency Medical ESTABLISHING THE PAY RANGE FOR A JOB CLASSIFICATION Services Coordinator REPRESENTED BY THE COSTA MESA CITY EMPLOYEES Classification ASSOCIATION, establishing the new non -sworn Emergency Medical Services Coordinator classification. Adopted Resolution Resolution 01-3 was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY 01-3; Approved COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, Budget Adjustment AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE LIGHT EMITTING 01-62 DIODE TRAFFIC SIGNALS GRANT PROGRAM; and Budget Adjustment No. 01-62 for $166,220.00 was approved. Retirement of Police Item No. 5 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Retirement of Dog and Purchase Police service dog, Bart, and Purchase Agreement for sale of Bart Agreement for Sale to Officer Paul Ellis. The Police Captain showed a picture of Bart and provided a brief summary of his career. On motion by Mayor MOTION/Approved Cowan, seconded by Council Member Steel, and carried 4-0, Retirement and Sale Bart's retirement and the purchase agreement were approved; and the Police Chief was authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the City. Final Map and Sub- Item No. 7 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Final Map division Agreement and Subdivision Agreement for Tract 15882, located at 1645 for Tract 15882 Adams Avenue, to subdivide 2 lots into 85 lots, 69 lots for single- family residential use and 16 lots for private streets and common open space; the developer is Standard Pacific Corporation, 1565 West MacArthur Boulevard, Santa Ana. Council Member Robinson asked what happened to the mature eucalyptus trees which were removed from along the border of the property facing the side of the retail center, and'if provisions were made to replace the trees at other locations in the development. The Development Services Director replied that Standard Pacific had intended to retain as many of the mature trees as possible but several were located on the lot line and had to be removed. He indicated that there is an agreement to replace several of the trees but was uncertain as to the details. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon reported that she met with Standard Pacific, reviewed the location of the trees, agreed that removal was necessary, and noted that at least two to three times as many trees will be planted. Council Member Robinson asked for confirmation as to what the City can expect in terms of replacement of the trees, and hoped that replacement trees will be planted in the area from which they were removed, suggesting that this be made a condition. Mayor Cowan asked that the Development Services! Director provide Council with a summary of the proposed tree replacement, making the report available to the public as well. MOTION/Approved On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor Cowan, Final Map No. 15882 and carried 4-0, the Final Map for Tract No. 15882 was approved, and Subdivision the Deputy City Clerk was authorized to sign on behalf of the City; Agreement and the Subdivision Agreement was approved, and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Metro Building Item No. 13 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Metro Maintenance Jani- Building Maintenance Company Janitorial Services Contract: torial Contract Change Order No. 4 which will provide for increased janitorial services at one City facility, and add two additional City facilities to the contract for an annual increased amount of $4,788.00. This would provide for a not to exceed contract amount of $91,753.00 for the period ending January 31, 2001. Change Order No. 5 which will extend the janitorial services contract for a one-year period, and allow for an hourly increase of $.50 in the minimum wage rate to $6.25 per hour. When added to Change Order No. 4, this would provide for an annual amount no to exceed $104,800.00 for the period ending January 31, 2002, and subsequent years. MOTION/Approved Mayor Cowan asked that staff peruse service contracts to ensure Contract; Continued that contractors are required to pay a "living wage". A motion was Living Wage Issue to made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, and January 15, 2001 carried 4-0, to approve the contract on a month-to-month basis, including approval of Change Order Nos. 4 and 5, and to place the living wage issue on the agenda for the meeting of January 15, 2001. 1 1 1 2°79 John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, concurred with the Mayor's comments, suggesting that social service providers should support the living wage. Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, asked to whom the living wage restriction would apply. Mayor Cowan responded that her intent is that the requirement would encompass those who contract with the City. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place Residential Service set for the public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Table Facilities 13-30, City of Costa Mesa Land Use Matrix in Municipal Code Title 13, to correctly reference "Residential Services Facilities". Environmental Determination: Exempt. 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 December 26, 2000. Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, referred to plans for a 4,100 -square -foot home in the Mesa Verde area which were submitted to the Planning Division, noting that this home would not fit in any of the three categories as defined for an R1 home. MOTION On motion by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, Ordinance 01-1 Given and carried 4-0, Ordinance 01-1 was given first reading: AN First Reading ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TABLE 13-30, CITY OF COSTA MESA LAND USE MATRIX, IN TITLE 13 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CORRECT THE REFERENCES TO RESIDENTIAL SERVICE FACILITIES. Second reading and adoption are scheduled for the meeting of January 15, 2001. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Cowan announced that Old Business No. 1, Service Organization Council, would be trailed until the arrival of former Mayor Arlene Schafer. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request from Mayor Pro Tem Planning and Parks Dixon for City Council consideration as to the method for Commission Appoint- appointment of Planning Commissioners and Parks, Recreation ments Facilities and Parkways Commissioners; and a request by City staff for clarification of the motion of December 18, 2000, to solicit applications for Commission appointments. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon reviewed her reasons for returning this item to the agenda, stating her opinion that a Council appointed commissioner would clearly reflect the acting Council since there are now very diverse views and varied opinions. She felt that both commissions would be more effective utilizing this system, and noted that the appointed commissioner would serve at the discretion of the Council person for a period of two, four, or possibly eight years. She proposed that the removal of a commissioner would require a majority of Council votes and the only reason would be failure to uphold the law. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor Directions to Staff Cowan, to direct the City Attorney's office to prepare an ordinance amending the Costa Mesa Municipal Code to provide the following as it pertains to recruitment, appointment, and removal of Planning Commissioners, and Parks, Recreation Facilities and Parkways Commissioners: (1) recruitment for all commission appointments should be open to all qualified residents and must include notice of recruitment in the local newspaper and other media, as available; (2) appointment will be made by an individual City Council Member, and the term of the commission appointment will coincide with the term of the Council Member making the appointment; and (3) the appointed commissioner shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing City Council Member, except as follows: commissioners may be removed from office by a majority vote of the City Council for violation of local ordinance or State law. Council Member Robinson concurred with the motion but suggested that it not be limited to local City ordinances and State laws but would include Federal laws. The maker of the motion concurred with this addition, as did the seconder. The City Manager suggested that a separate motion be made to include the directions from the previous Council meeting which clarifies Council intent to hold an open recruitment for the Planning and Parks Commission. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon confirmed her intent to include a portion of the original motion from the meeting of December 18, 2000, which calls for open recruitment throughout the City of Costa Mesa, in addition to interviewing the Planning and Parks Commissioners. Mike Clifford, 666 West 19th Street, No. 709, Costa Mesa, asked if candidates for the commissions are confirmed United States citizens. Mayor Cowan indicated that the City does not check for citizenship status. The City Manager stated that Planning and Parks Commissioners are not employees of the City and documentation is not required. Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, posed objections to the revised system, citing the loss of objectivity. He supported a healthier balance. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, voiced his objection to illegal aliens serving on City committees, and asked that the language of the ordinance indicate that "citizens" of the City will serve on the committee. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview. Circle, Costa Mesa, opined that the concept was logical. Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, agreed with Mr. Graham, noting that an experienced, independent commission is desirable. She felt that the authority of the commission would be lessened. Council Member Steel opposed .each Council Member appointing a commissioner, stating that it would fractionalize the commissions. He asked that commissioners be required to have United States citizenship. The Assistant City Attorney indicated that he would include a report on this issue along with the proposed ordinance. Council Member Robinson supported the motion but was concerned about the limitations in potential removal of a commissioner. She suggested incompetence as another reason, but noted that this is not included in the original motion. The City Manager replied that the Costa Mesa Municipal Code contains provisions which regulate required attendance, participation, etc., for Planning Commissioners, as well as the execution of their duties. He proposed that the existing restrictions and limitations be reviewed by Council. The City Manager indicated that he will confer with the City Attorney's office and, if possible, this item will be placed on the agenda for the meeting of January 15, 2000. The motion carried 4-0. Mayor Cowan asked that staff continue to do an open call for application for the commissions. The City Manager suggested that the meeting of February 5, 2001, be designated as the time at which to make the commission appointments. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of December 4, Service Organization 2000, revisions to Council Policy 100-7 regarding waiver of fees for Council use of City facilities/equipment; and a request from the Service Organization Council for copying and distributing agendas and minutes. The Assistant to the City Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated December 15, 2000. She responded to questions from Council. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon asked that strong language be included to require that meetings be conducted at the same time paying events are held so that the City will not be required to pay staff time. Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, asked Council to revise the statement at the bottom of the first page of Attachment B, "To comply with this requirement, the organization must submit a roster of the names and addresses of all its current members", substituting for the roster a declaration under penalty of perjury signed by one of the officers of the organization that 50 percent or more of the members are residents of Costa Mesa. Mike Clifford, 666 West 19th Street, No. 709, Costa Mesa, asked what would occur if a group represented a philosophy contrary to that of the City, or if multiple groups asked to use the facility at the same time. Mayor Cowan replied that the facilities are open to everyone, and agreed with the concept of first come, first served. Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, noticed that nonprofit organizations may receive a waiver, and asked who would qualify. The Assistant to the City Manager replied that proof of 501C3 status would be required, and that 50 percent of the membership must be Costa Mesa residents. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, objected to City Hall being used as one of the facilities, and opposed groups using City Hall that also ask for money from the City. He suggested that if the copying and distribution of Service Organization Council groups agendas and minutes are free of charge, then that service should be made available to all Costa Mesa groups at no cost. Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, Costa Mesa, concurred with Mr. Millard, and reported that the Whole Foods Market in Triangle Square has a community room which is available free of charge to any group. John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, objected to the City providing free meeting rooms, and to taxpayers paying for the minutes and agendas. He put forth that many of the groups are political in nature. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, representing the Costa Mesa Library Foundation, supported the concept, noting that it would foster a sense of community. Ernie Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, reported that the Mesa North Homeowners Association meets at Paularino School free of charge, and the Wallace Avenue Improvement Group has met at a school, which indicates that there are places for community groups to meet which are funded by taxpayers. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Directions to Staff Tem Dixon, directing staff to prepare a more defined policy addressing "first come, first served", ensuring that all general provisions are met; and regarding the Costa Mesa -based service organizations, if an organization's membership roster is not available because of its bylaws and/or rules of operation, then names of the officers must be submitted, and at least 80 percent of the officers must be Costa Mesa residents. Council Member Robinson was concerned about the portion of the policy which states that the organization "must provide a benefit to the general public", observing that this is quite vague. She indicated that there is no provision about who makes the determination of whether the organization provides a benefit to the general public. She asked for improved direction on the meaning of that statement, how it will be interpreted, and what provisions will go into making the determination. The maker of the motion added this request to the motion. The motion carried 3-1, Council Member Steel voting no. MOTION/Denied A motion was made by Mayor; Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Request for Copying Tem Dixon, and carried 4-0, to� deny the request for copying and and Distributing distributing agendas and minutes. Mayor Cowan explained that the Service Organization Council consists of many different organizations that can take turns copying and distributing agendas and minutes, and the City does not perform this service for any other organization. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to consider creation of Council Work Station a Council work station area; and Budget Adjustment No. 01-63 for Area $19,070.00. The Management Analyst reviewed the Agenda Report dated January 2, 2001. , Mayor Cowan thought that space in City Hall should be available to Council Members, as well as a central file of information. Ernie Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, asked about the planned disposition of the furniture in the Mayor's office. She mentioned various City expenditures utilizing funds which could be directed to road and sidewalk repair. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, supported the concept. Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, Costa Mesa, asked how the City disposes of furniture. Mayor Cowan replied that the City will redistribute furniture within City Hall, or perhaps surplus the items which are not needed. Mike Clifford, 666 West 19th Street, No. 709, Costa Mesa, approved of purchasing equipment for use by City employees. 1 1 1 MOTION/To Approve A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Option 4 Failed to Tem Dixon, to approve Option 4, directing staff to provide Council Carry with workstations, chairs, etc., that provide a uniform look, and to approve Budget Adjustment No. 01-63 for $19,070.00, from Net Revenue -Special Projects. The motion failed to carry 2-2, Council Members Robinson and Steel voting no. Council Member Steel expressed concern about allocating $19,000.00 for work stations, preferring that the monies be spent elsewhere. Council Member Robinson opposed the motion, noting her belief that the Mayor should have an office. She supported Option 2 which retained a private space for the Mayor and open space for the balance of the Council. She thought that the price of the furniture was excessive. SUBSTITUTE MO- A motion was made by Council Member Robinson, seconded by TION/To Approve Op- Council Member Steel, to approve Option 2. The motion failed to tion 2 Failed to Carry carry 2-2, Council Members Cowan and Dixon voting no. Mayor Cowan opposed the substitute motion, stating that it was not necessary for the Mayor to have a separate office. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon observed that with Option 2, the desks are too close to each other, and asked for clarification. Mayor Cowan revised her decision to oppose Option 2 but after discussion withdrew her support. RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 8:50 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 9:00 p.m. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request from Council Members Review of Charlie/ Robinson and Steel to review the location of a proposed Hamilton Skateboard skateboard park at Charle and Hamilton Streets. Council Member Park Robinson questioned whether the proposed site is appropriate, noting that a pedestrian was recently injured while attempting to cross the street. She reiterated concerns regarding safety, in spite of reviewing volumes of paperwork provided by staff. She indicated that her investigation revealed that these types of skateboard parks should be located in a public park area, surrounded by other public recreation facilities. Council Member Robinson revealed that staff had recommended against the proposed site, and she had visited the area to confirm her views. She informed Council that this site is not safe in terms of traffic, citing last week's accident, and encouraged reconsideration of another site, such as Fairview Developmental Center. She supported the proposal of eventually having two skateboard parks, Council Member Steel concurred with Council Member Robinson, but opposed Lions Park as a location. MOTION/To Reopen A motion was made by Council Member Robinson, seconded by the Skateboard Park Council Member Steel, to reopen discussions regarding the Discussion Failed location of the skateboard park, directing staff to investigate the to Carry use of some additional sites in the City which have not already been evaluated, and to remove the Charle/Hamilton site from the list. Council Member Steel asked Council Member Robinson to specify a time for the new hearing, suggesting that the time be delayed as long as possible. Council Member Robinson replied that the City deserved to have the site finalized, and enough information has been provided to determine a safe area. NMI Mayor Cowan opposed the motion because the skateboard park site has been finalized, and thought that the Charle/Hamilton area would suit the City well. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon opposed the motion but noted her support of continued research of Fairview Developmental Center as a potential site for a second skateboard park. The following Costa Mesa residents supported reopening the issue, opposing the Charle/Hamilton site: Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle; Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue; Peter Luke, Hamilton Street; Vanessa Cocroft, 587 Knowell Place; Sandra Scheafer, 3327 California Street; Sharon Campbell, 591 Knowell Place; Greg Cocroft, ' 587 Knowell Place; and Hector Jiminez, 583 Knowell Place. The following Costa Mesa residents supported providing a skateboard park as quickly as possible: Mike Clifford, 666 West 19th Street, No 709; Chuck Hults, 3137 Boston Way; Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, supporting Lions Park for the location; Travis Jackson, 1555 ;Mesa Verde Drive; Dan Cochran, 3016 Warren Lane; Paul Schmidt, owner of a business at 1351 Logan Avenue; Jim Gray, 215 Knox Street, No. B; and David Stiller, 2879 Regis Lane. Lorie Timlick, 1782 Kenwood Place, opposed consideration of Lions Park as a possible location for the skateboard park Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, Costa Mesa, asked if the City could use abandoned property for a skateboard park. The City Manager replied that the City does not have a right to seize land because of unpaid taxes. Doug Scribner, 321, Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, opposed building a skateboard park with taxpayers funds, and suggested using private monies to build the park. Brian Todd, 1845 Anaheim Avenue, No. 3A, Costa Mesa, suggested options for making the skateboard park safer. Mayor Cowan clarified for several of the speakers that the actual public hearing process for the skateboard park did not begin until 1998. The motion failed to carry 2-2, Council Members Cowan and Dixon voting no. SUBSTITUTE A substitute motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded MOTION/To Continue by Council Member Robinson, �to continue this item until all five Failed to Carry Council Members are present. The motion failed to carry 2-2, Council Members Cowan and Dixon voting no. Council Member Robinson agreed that all five members should be in attendance but contended that there are more appropriate sites for the skateboard park, and the park location must be safe. Mayor Cowan opposed the motion, noting her support of the Charle/Hamilton site. Mayor, Pro Tem Dixon asked staff to investigate the feasibility of the Police Department conducting 'safety classes for skateboarders; safety barriers being installed along Hamilton Street; crosswalks installed for skateboarders; and a City provided crossing guard at busy times of the day and during summer months. Mayor Cowan indicated that the drop-off and 1 11 pick-up for the park would be on Charle Street, noting that there is a crosswalk at Hamilton Street and Harbor Boulevard. Council Member Robinson commented that many of the skateboarders will be jaywalking, and emphasized the inappropriateness of the site. She felt that the location will generate extra costs for the City. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request from Mayor Cowan for Agenda Order consideration of proposed changes in the order of business for City Council agendas. Mayor Cowan clarified her intentions as outlined in the Agenda Report dated December 27, 2000. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Changes; Gave Tem Dixon, and carried 4-0, directing staff to draft a resolution Directions to Staff moving Council Comments, located at the end of the agenda, to follow the Consent Calendar, changing the name Oral Communications to Public Comments; and when a Public Hearing is continued, indicate in the Recommendations section whether or not public testimony will be taken. Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, Costa Mesa, agreed that Council Comments should be relocated. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented requirements for sidewalk Requirements for construction, Costa Mesa Municipal Code (CMMC) Section 13-72: Sidewalk Construc- tion Direct staff to begin the process to amend CMMC Section 1.3- 72 to include the flexibility of allowing single-family residential property owners to pay into a fund and defer the construction of sidewalks when improvements at their single-family residences are required to comply with CMMC Section 13-72. This fund will be utilized to supplement the annual Missing Sidewalk Construction Program (Alternative II). Direct staff to develop criteria for a Council Policy whereby certain residential areas may be exempt from construction of sidewalk improvements by a request of the majority of property owners in the area. Direct staff to develop an amendment to the City's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Plan, to permit exemptions of sidewalk construction on residential blocks in coordination with the proposed Council policy. The Public Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated December 22, 2000. Harvey Alexander Cochran, 2111 Doctors Circle, Apt. A-101, Costa Mesa, asked how an individual property owner with special needs would get from his residence to the curb. The Public Services Director responded that the policy will be written to allow for a walkway directly from the front door to the curb. Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, supported the staff recommendation but suggested that Part B of the policy be written so that a developer will not be able to exempt himself from the sidewalk requirement. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor Recommendations Cowan, and carried 4-0, to approve the staff recommendations as written with the modification suggested by Eleanor Egan. COUNCIL Council Member Robinson commented that it is Council's COMMENTS/Safety responsibility to ensure that every, project approved, every action of Residents taken, takes into consideration !the safety of the residents of the community. She mentioned a substantial concern about the action taken on the skateboard park. AYSO Costa Mesa Mayor Pro Tem Dixon announced that she had attended the Classic American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Costa Mesa Classic at the Costa Mesa'Farm Complex the previous weekend, and the girls won the 14-years-and-nder category. She reported that a total of nine Costa Mesa teams won medals in the tournament. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon suggested planting trees along West 19th Street near the Costa Mesa Senior Center. City Logo Mayor Cowan commented that City staff reports are not consistent, noting that some contain the former logo "Hub of the Harbor Area", and others contain the new logo;, "City of the Arts". She asked that the stationery be standardized, as well as proclamation folders, etc. Mayor Cowan requested that a special acknowledgement of Martin Luther King, Martin Luther King, Jr., be included on the agenda for January 15, Jr., Day 2001. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. 5��7 ��� May d r of the City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: "� -i qe- �, Deputy City lerk of the City of Costa Mesa I1 J �J L