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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/04/2001 - City CouncilROLL CALL REGULAR MEETING;OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA JUNE 4, 2001 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session June 4, 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 Steel, commentary on the Flag Flying Program by Henry S. Panian, and invocation by the Reverend Joyce Smith, Fairview Community Church. Council Members Present: Mayor Libby Cowan Mayor Pro Tem Linda Dixon Council Member Gary Monahan (arrived at 6:40 p.m.) ,Council Member Karen Robinson ;Council Member Chris Steel Council Members Absent: None Officials Present: City Manager Allan Roeder 'City Attorney Jerry Scheer. !Development Services Director Donald Lamm Public Services Director William Morris ;Transportation Services Manager Peter Naghavi ,Recreation Manager Stacia Mancini ,Assistant to the City Manager Ann Shultz ;Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member May 21, 2001 Robinson, and carried, 4-0, Council Member Monahan absent, the minutes of the regular meeting of May 21, 2001, were approved. ORDINANCES AND A"motion was made by Mayor Piro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor RESOLUTIONS Cowan, and carried 4-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. PUBLIC COMMENTS Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa, West Side Costa complained about conditions on the west side of Costa Mesa Mesa which, he stated, is developing into a permanent slum. He commented on the lack of safety in the City, and objected to the addition of four new learning centers. Davidson Comments Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, chairwoman of the Citizens for the Improvement of Costa Mesa, asked when the bluff area on the west side of Costa Mesa will be rezoned, redevelopment commence, produce trucks banished, and illegal aliens prevented from using the Costa Mesa Job Center, 1679 Placentia Avenue. Mayor Cowan invited Mrs. Davidson to attend the Redevelopment Agency meeting on Monday, June 11, 2001. Youth Activities Henry S. Panian, 436 Swarthmore Lane, Costa Mesa, provided Council with a letter summarizing events regarding after-school youth activities. He acknowledged his arrangements with Mayor Pro Tem Dixon to discuss educational matters. 11 1 1 413 Fairview Park Bike Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, addressed the Trail bluff entrance to Fairview Park at the end of Canary Drive, encouraging a connection between the entrance and the bike trail. He commented on handicap access in the same location, suggesting that a ramp be installed. Home Ranch Project Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, asked to be notified when the City committee will meet to discuss the development agreement for the Home Ranch project. She mentioned that agenda reports provided to the public by the City are sometimes incomplete due to information which is received late. Paul Flanagan, 3090 Valley Circle, Costa Mesa, asked that he be placed on the mailing list for meetings regarding the Home Ranch project. He asked about the use of City facilities and equipment for a recent tour of this project. Mansoor Comments Allan Mansoor, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 406, Costa Mesa, stated that vending trucks do not bring any benefit nor value to the City, but add noise, trash, and are an eyesore. He asked that the trucks be restricted, and encouraged Council to ensure that the new vending truck ordinance is strongly worded. He suggested that the number of trucks be limited, penalties for infractions be harsh, only one contract vendor be allowed, permit costs be increased, and that the Newport Beach ordinance regarding trucks blocking driveways and emergency access be reviewed. Mr. Monsoor asked about proposed new homes in the Mesa del Mar area. AT&T Broadband Richard Mann, 2849 Chios Road, Costa Mesa, complained that AT&T Broadband, the cable provider for Costa Mesa, abuse their customers and violate State law. He detailed his problems with this company, and asked Council to investigate. Mayor Cowan asked Mr. Mann to work with the City Manager's office on this issue. Gang Ordinance John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, reiterated his interest in instituting a gang ordinance in the City, chiding Council for their inactivity in this area. EI Toro Airport Margaret Morgan, 206 East 15th Street, Costa Mesa, referred to action taken at the Council meeting of May 7, 2001, wherein $15,000.00 was allocated to the Airport Working Group (AWG) with the stipulation that the monies were not to be used to support an airport at EI Toro Marine Corps Air Station. She reported that the funds were returned because the conditions were unacceptable. She suggested that the money again be forwarded to AWG and the condition removed. East 17th Street Dan Perlmutter, 450 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, congratulated Council on their May 21, 2001, decision on East 17th Street. He addressed construction of a 2,500 -foot, single -story building on East 17th Street approved by the Planning Commission at their meeting of May 29, 2001, commenting that the building will be the tallest in the shopping center and is out of proportion (PA - 01 -15). John Wayne Airport Ralph P. Morgan, Jr., 206 East; 15th Street, Costa Mesa, reported on his investigation 'of the John Wayne Airport environmental impact report, and commented on proposed expansion. Trash and Graffiti Hilldegard Gonzales, 1923 Pomona Avenue, Costa Mesa, objected to trash and graffiti in her neighborhood, reporting that she calls the Code Enforcement Division every day. She felt that the Stevens Comments problems of west side residents have been disregarded. Craig Stevens, 1845 Anaheim Avenue, Apt. 6D, Costa Mesa, thanked residents who participated in the Memorial Day services held at Mount Olive 'Mortuary.' He spoke about the homeless persons living in Lions Park, and supported Mr. Steel in his legal problems. Small -Lot Develop- Bob Johnston, 901 Dover Drive, Newport Beach, thanked the City ment for their recent approval of his small -lot development and apprised Council on the mixture of persons who have invested in this development. CONSENT The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar: CALENDAR Item No. 2, Notice of, Intention !to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable Purpose from United Nations Foundation; Item No. 3, Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable Purpose from Better World Fund, Inc.; and Item No. 6, Appointments to the Human Relations Committee. MOTION/Approved On motion by Council: Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Except Item Nos. 2, Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, theremaining Consent Calendar items 3, and 6 were approved as recommended. READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed. Claims Claims received from the Deputy City Clerk: Shirley Difuntorum; Robert Heil; and William and Jean Tietgen. Alcoholic Beverage Request for an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License from License Hillgren Liquor, 250 East 1'7th Street, for a person-to-person transfer of a Type 41 ABC License (off -sale general). WARRANTS The following warrants were approved: Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1850, funding City Operating expenses for 1850 $671,173.90. Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution'1851, funding Payroll 111 for $1,695,822.42, 1851/Payroll 111 and City operating expenses: for $600,076.84, including payroll deductions. ADMINISTRATIVE Street improvements. at 1680' and 1686 Tustin Avenue were ACTIONS/Accepted completed to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director by The Work at 1680 and Cat Clinic of Orange County, 369 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa, in 1686 Tustin by The connection with Encroachment' Permit No. PS01-00030 (PA -00 - Cat Clinic, PS01- 13). The work was accepted, and refund of the $8,554.35 cash 00030 (PA -00-13) deposit was approved. Accepted Work for Sunflower Avenue Improvements, Project No. 00-04, were Sunflower Avenue completed to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director on Improvements, May 1, 2001, by R.J. Noble Company, 15505 East Lincoln Avenue, Project 00-04, by Orange. The work was accepted; the Deputy City Clerk was R. J. Noble Company authorized to file a Notice ;of Completion; authorization was given 1 1 BUSINESS PERMIT United Nations Foundation; Better World Fund Motion to Approve Died MOTION/Denied Permits Appointments to Human Relations Committee 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. Items 2 and 3 on the Consent Calendar were presented: Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable Purpose from United Nations Foundation, Inc., 1301 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 700, Washington D.C.; by contacting individuals and corporations for contributions, between May 31, 2001, and May 31, 2002, to further the programs and goals of the United Nations. Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable Purpose from Better World Fund, Inc., 1301 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 700, Washington D.C., by contacting individuals and corporations for contributions, between May 31, 2001, and May 31, 2002, to further programs and goals of the United Nations. Craig Stevens, 1845 Anaheim Avenue, Apt. 6D, Costa Mesa, commented that his goals for the United States are a far distance from the United Nations goals, indicating that the organization is devoted to stripping citizens of their constitutional rights. Council Member Monahan acknowledged that he did not intend to support these items. A motion was made by Mayor Cowan to approve the permits. The motion died for lack of a second. On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Council Member Steel, and carried 3-2, Council Members Cowan and Robinson voting no, the permits for the United Nations Foundation and Better World Fund, Inc., were denied. Item No. 6 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Appointments to the Human Relations Committee. The City Manager mentioned that a third application from Joel Farris had been received after the agenda report was finalized. MOTION/Appointed A motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded by Mayor Flanagan, Faris, and Cowan, and carried 5-0, to appoint Arlene Flanagan, Cindy Brenneman Brenneman, and Joel Farris to the Human Relations Committee for four-year terms expiring June, 2005, directing staff to research options, including a two-year term limit and committee terms of office, and to provide this information to Council in October, 2001. COUNCIL Council Member Robinson proposed a public forum in order to COMMENTS obtain a pulse on how residents feel about the EI Toro and John Airport Issues; Wayne Airport issues. She reported her welcoming of the Memorial Day community to the Memorial Day services sponsored by the Service; Chamber Veterans of Foreign Wars, noting that the All American Boys Choir of Commerce performed. She indicated that it was an honor to participate in the Awards; Rotary Club/ event. She announced her attendance at the Costa Mesa Daily Pilot Book Chamber of Commerce awards ceremony for high school seniors, Dedication and commended the students on their efforts. Council Member Robinson stated that she had attended the Rotary Club/Daily Pilot dedication of books at Wilson School, relating that it takes community effort and families to make the schools work. She stated that the schools are looking for tutors. AWG Funding; 2001- Council Member Steel thanked his supporters for their ongoing 2002 Budget assistance during his current legal problems. He agreed with the comments by Margaret Morgan during Public Comments regarding the AWG funding, and suggested that the issue be re-examined. Regarding the 2001-2002 budget, he asked for communication from the electorate regarding any item which they feel is wasteful, with an eye to streamlining the budget by eliminating items such as the Costa Mesa Job Center. He observed that many of the Job Center patrons originate in Newport Beach. AWG Funding Council Member Monahan asked that the previously approved funding for the Airport Working Group be placed on an upcoming agenda for clarification. Academic Decathlon Mayor Pro Tem Dixon congratulated Estancia High School and Costa Mesa High School for their outstanding performance in the annual ninth and tenth grade County Academic Decathlon. She announced that Costa Mesa High School competed for the first time and earned 16 medals, taking first place in overall team points. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued South Coast Plaza from the meeting of May 21,' 2001, to consider a rehearing Town Center requested by City Attorney Jerry Scheer, of the City Council's approval on February 5, 2001, of applications from Paul 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, located between Sunflower Avenue, and San Diego Freeway (1-405), Avenue of the Arts, and Bristol Street: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 01-6, approving the Development Agreement DA'00-04 between the City of Costa Mesa, the FSP Two Town Center and Fifth Street Properties -DS ("Two Town Center and Downey Savings"). General Plan Amendment GP -00-02 (adopted by Resolution 01- 8), to amend the 1990 General Plan text and figures to change the land use designation 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. Specific Plan Amendment SP -00-01 (adopted by Resolution 01- 9), to amend the North Costa Mesa Specific Plan text and figures relative to Area 4's land use designation, trip budget, maximum allowable:FAR and building square footage, maximum building heights, and the preservation of the "California Scenario" garden. Town Center Preliminary Master Plan PA -00-38 (approved by Resolution 01-9), for an amendment to reflect the proposed general plan and specific plan amendments, and to further delineate the three sub -areas of South Coast Plaza Town Center. The City Attorney related that he had received a communication from James Anderson, Commonwealth Partners, requesting an 18 - month continuance. He responded to questions from Council. 1 1 Phillip Schwartze, CommonWealth Partners, 31682 EI Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, modified their request for continuance to 30 - days. He, guaranteed that the development agreement will be signed prior to that time. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon reminded Mr. Schwartze he had promised that his reports will be in the City's Attorney's office in sufficient time for Council review prior to the meeting of July 2, 2001. Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, supported the applicant's request for an 18 -month continuance. She cautioned that a General Plan review should be considered prior to signing the development agreement. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, thought the City had offered the developer huge entitlements, specifically the increased floor area ratio and trip budgets, and received little in- return. She concurred with Ms. Genis, adding that the Home Ranch property should also be considered at a later date. Craig Stevens, 1845 Anaheim Avenue, Apt. 6D, Costa Mesa, offered his support in retaining the California Scenario Garden. MOTION/Continued On motion by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Member to July 2, 2001 Monahan, and carried 4-1, Mayor Pro Tem Dixon voting no, the public hearing was continued to the meeting of July 2, 2001. PUBLIC HEARING The following item was presented: Continued from the meeting of Appeal of PA -00- May 121, 2001, appeal of the Planning Commission's amendment 56/Deckert, Light- to Condition of Approval No. 1 for Planning Application PA -00-56 house Coastal from Edmond Deckert, authorized agent for Lighthouse Coastal Community Church Community Church, for a master plan. amendment for the church (as required per Condition of Approval No. 4 of ZA-00-19) to allow use of portions of the parking lot as a play yard for Klein School, to reflect existing uses on church properties; and to allow establishment of a daily, half-day preschool, located at 300-301 Magnolia Street, in an I&R zone. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Development Services Director reviewed the applicant's request for a continuation. MOTION/Continued On motion by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Member to June 18, 2001 Monahan, and carried 5-0, the public hearing was continued to the meeting of June 18, 2001. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk presented the public hearing, continued Appeal of PA -01-09, from the meeting of May 21, 2001, to consider a request from Languis/Palajian Council Member Monahan for Council Review of the Planning Commission's denial of Planning Application PA -01-09 for Lonnie Languis, authorized agent for Jerry O. Palanjian, to allow construction of a 4 -car, 966 -square -foot garage, with variances from side setback requirements (5 feet required, 1.5 feet proposed), rear setback requirements (10 feet required, 1.5 feet proposed), and rear yard coverage requirements (630 square feet permitted, 851 square feet proposed), located at 263 Costa Mesa Street, in an R1 zone. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavits of Publishing, Mailing, and Posting of the Property are on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated May 25, 2001. Council Member Monahan opined that the project is an improvement to the site and the parking situation. Council Member Steel noted his concern regarding potential problems with the neighbors. Council Member MOTION/Denied PA -01-09 RECESS Robinson expressed concern regarding the land use proposal because it promotes a nonconforming use in an R1 area. Jerry O. Palanjian, 603 Kings ; Road, Newport Beach, reviewed improvements made to this property, noting his pride of.ownership. He responded to questions from Council. Mayor Cowan asked Mr. Palanjian if he would 'agree to a; redesign to reduce the size of the wall and lower the roof, and he agreed. Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota, Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked if residents bordering the subject, property had been notified. The Development Services Director; replied that the property owners had been notified twice, by mail,; once for the Planning Commission meeting and again for the City Council appeal. Bob Sacher, 269 Costa Mesa Street, Costa Mesa, supported this application. He approved of the 4 -car garage request but questioned, the 15 feet height.' He suggested that keeping the roofline lower would assist in blending the project into, the neighborhood. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, worried about the precedent which would be set -should this project be approved. She proposed allowing the garage to be built, requiring it to be within established setbacks with ithe proper land coverage. Mr. Sacher asked that the size, etc. of the garage match the surrounding buildings. The Development Services Director proposed, should the application be approved, that a condition be added which states that the architecture height and roof angles must generally match the dwelling. Mr. Palanjian agreed to this change. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member Steel, and carried 4-1, Council Member Monahan voting no, to uphold the Planning Commission's denial of the variances. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon thought that the project would set a precedent for the neighborhood. She indicated that in the future, east side land will be in demand and the land now used for duplexes will be changed to single-family residences. Council Member Monahan opposed the' motion, stating that Mr. Palanjian has improved several properties on the east side and Newport Boulevard. Mayor Cowan supported the motion because the zone has been R1 for 40 years, and objected to the proposed setbacks. The Mayor declared a recess at 8:40 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8: 50 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued Street Sweeping from the meeting of May 21, ;2001, to consider the study and implementation of an area -wide street sweeping parking prohibition on an alternate -side sweeping schedule for a four- to six- month trial period in the area known as "Mesa del Mar", bordered by Baker Street, Fairview Road, Arlington Drive, and the 55/73 Freeways. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. Communications supporting the street sweeping program were received from the following Costa Mesa residents: Maeve Kumar, 2994 Crofdon Street; Audrey Dils, 2728 Mendoza Drive; Roy and Dorothy Gauthier, 2765 San Juan Lane (3 letters via e- 1 n mail); Gary Peacock, 3063 Johnson Avenue; Louis and Louise Malec, 1191 EI Camino Drive; Maureen and Robert DiDomenico, 941 Coronado Drive; and Amy Naito, 2776 Cibola Avenue. Communications opposing the street sweeping program were received from Ron Bauer, 1146 Corona Lane, Costa Mesa (via e- mail); and Wes Housser, 1110 Mission Drive, Costa Mesa. Communications were received from Linda Pulaski, 2815 Francis Lane, Costa Mesa, opposing the parking prohibition in single-family areas but supporting street sweeping in apartment areas; and David Stiller, 2879 Regis Lane, Costa Mesa (via e-mail), providing six questions and observations which he asked to be answered prior to implementing the street sweeping program. The Transportation Services Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated May 24, 2001, showed a short video, and responded to questions from Council. Council Member Steel indicated that he would like the program focused on troubled areas, and suggested excluding those streets from the study which do not have a problem. David Stiller, 2879 Regis Lane, Costa Mesa, noted that according to the agenda report, 78 percent of the streets in the Mesa del Mar tract are being effectively swept, and opposed a trial period in this area. He believed that a survey of the City should be completed prior to instituting the program. Ed Keane, 2777 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, indicated that a survey of his area showed that no one supported havingt street sweeping signs posted in the parkways, etc. The following Costa Mesa residents opposed spending monies on a service which is not needed in Mesa del Mar: Paul Kelly, 2736 Mendoza Drive; Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264; Lance Hailstone, 1102 EI Camino Drive; Jim Atkinson, 2871 Alanzo Lane; Herman Singer, 2848 Velasco Lane, member of the Mesa del Mar Homeowners Association; Michael Dilsisian, 2761 Lorenzo Avenue; the resident at 1106 Mission Drive; Eric Harvey, 844 Santiago Road; and Irma Batham, 1103 EI Camino Drive, who suggested that each car at the EI Camino Shopping Center be ticketed. Linda Siegel, 820 Presidio Drive, supported the program because the number of cars parked on her street prohibit access by the sweepers. Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, suggested that the City should retain the ability to resolve an existing problem, especially in multi -family residential districts and business districts. David Balough, 2879 Miguel Lane, Costa Mesa, asked if a cul-de- sac would be exempt. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. Council Member Monahan opposed the street sweeping, noting the parking inconvenience on street sweeping day. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon stated that cities like Costa Mesa must be proactive in keeping "junk" from entering the water system, and supported the pilot program. Council Member Robinson expressed concern regarding the neighborhood selected .for this trial, noting interest in the concept of inserts in the catch basins. She thought that the street signs were a form of pollution which can deteriorate the look of a neighborhood, and suggested looking at alternatives instead of initiating this program in Mesa del Mar. Mayor Cowan believed that this. neighborhood was a; good test area for the program because of certain parameters, ;such as the wide variety of zoning and types of streets. She concurred that the City has an obligation to prevent trash from entering,th;e storm drain system. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Directions to Staff Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, directing staff to research alternative methods to comply ;with storm drain and clean water provisions, and to explore two or three other areas in the community that could be utilized for a pilot study, and to return to Council with a new report within ;four months. Council Member Monahan expressed concern about directing staff to research other areas in which to locate the pilot program, suggesting that the same response as above will be received from the residents. He proposed that persons interested in initiating the program in their areas contact, the City. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon stated that persons in,the community should be educated on water 1:14111IM-111 PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued Appeal of Tentative from the meeting of May 21, 2001, to consider an appeal of the Parcel Map PM -00- Planning Commission's Conditions of Approval for Tentative Parcel 239, Edison Com- Map PM -00-239 from C: Kelly ;Kraushaar, representing Southern pany California Edison Company, 14799 Chestnut Street, Westminster, to subdivide Edison's lot into two parcels, located at 373 Monte Vista Avenue, in an R2 -MD zone. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavits of Publishing, Mailing, and Posting are on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Development Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated May 25, 2001. Charles Kelly Kraushaar, Southern California Edison Company, 14799 Chestnut Street, Westminster, reported that the application submitted by SCE was compliant with City codes, and objected to the conditions that the property line must be moved 5 feet and the existing substation wall must be- torn down and replaced with a 10 - foot block wall. Mr. Krauschaarl, indicated that the property will not be developed, and Mayor Pro Tem Dixon proposed using the land for a pocket park. MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Mayor to July 2, 2001 Cowan, and carried 5-0, to continue this public hearing to the meeting of July 2, 2001, directing staff to meet with SCE representatives to outline options for the City to acquire the property which would be used as a neighborhood pocket park. Council Member Monahan asked that a report be created on the means of purchase, how theproperty would be appraised, what the appraisals are, and how much the cost is anticipated to be. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this was the time and place Citywide Traffic set for the public hearing to consider an annual review of Citywide Impact Fee Traffic Impact Fee Program: A resolution to continue an interim fee of $195 per average daily trip end (ADT) for District 1 (areas north of 1-405 and SR -73 Freeways), and $149 per ADT for District 2 (areas south of 1-405 and SR43 Freeways) as the citywide traffic impact fee, and continue the existing incentive program for new residential, commercial, and industrial development in Costa Mesa by assessing traffic impact fees ion an incremental basis until June 30, 2002, or until a new fee is approved by City Council based on the adoption of the General Plan Update, whichever is earlier. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Transportation Services Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated May 23, 2001. Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, commented that she hoped that the studies were completed as quickly as possible so that the fees reflect the true cost. Paul Flanagan, 3090 Valley Circle, Costa Mesa, commented that every bit of traffic counts, and every project should pay a fee. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Resolution 01-35 Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, to approve the staff and the Ad Hoc. Committee recommended adoption of Resolution 01-35: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, TO RE-ESTABLISH A TRAFFIC IMPACT FEE PERTAINING TO NEW DEVELOPMENT IN THE CITY OF COSTA MESA AND A RELATED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of May 21, Residential 2001, second reading and adoption of Ordinance 01-16, relating to Development residential development standards, and a resolution amending the Standards "Residential Design Guidelines" concerning building height limitations. Communications were received from Joel and Jesi Pearce, 2701 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, requesting Council to consider approving the proposed plans for the EI Camino Shopping Center site; Tony Bartos, 2221 Canyon Drive, No. B1, Costa Mesa, submitting several reasons for opposing some of the changes made to the residential development standards for multi -family housing; Normal Snow, 2746 San Juan Lane, Costa Mesa, urging Council to reconsider their recent vote on residential development standards and to return to the previous standards; Georgia Fallas, 2834 Loreto Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposing the new ordinance because of its affect on the proposed redevelopment of the EI Camino Shopping Center; Eric Bever and Eleanor Egan, via e-mail, co -chairpersons of the Westside Improvement Association (WIA), stating their concerns that some of the changes in the residential standards ordinance proposed by Council Member Robinson may seriously impede Westside residential development; Kerry Smith, Harbinger Homes, Inc., 302 Turtle Bay Lane, Costa Mesa, proposing an alternative minimum lot standard for residential developments; Amy Naito, 2776 Cibola, Costa Mesa, suggesting that the proposed ordinance be made more flexible regarding the minimum square footage allowed for each lot; Tom Cromwell, 2029 Swan Drive, Costa Mesa (via e-mail), requesting Council to encourage home ownership projects on larger lots; and residents of Mesa Verde State and Island. Streets, Republic, Oak, and Linden Streets, and Eastside R2, giving four reasons for reconsideration of the ordinance prior to adoption. The Development Services Director summarized the Agenda Report dated May 28, 2001. Council Member Monahan read a letter from Nadine Andreen, 2769 Cibola Avenue, Costa Mesa, who expressed her dismay that Council would "put a blanket zoning on all property in Costa Mesa for lot size". She asked Council to reconsider. MOTION/Gave A motion was made; by Council Member Steel, seconded by Ordinance 01-16 Council Member Monahan, to give first reading to Ordinance 01 - First Reading 16, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ;AMENDING TITLE 13 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, approving the Planning Commission's minimum dwelling unit lot area of 3,000 square -foot minimum, 3,500 square -foot overall project average. Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, encouraged public noticing for minor modifications, including notification of the decision. Mike Dalessandro, .2784 Cibola Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked for Council's continued support of � the EI Camino Shopping Center redevelopment. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa, supported the proposed EI Camino Shopping Center redevelopment, thought that the design could be improved, and suggested that if the City does not support smaller homes on smaller lots, they should enter into a partnership agreement with the developer whereby a profit is guaranteed on the larger homes. Allan Mansoor, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 406, Costa Mesa, asked Council to be reasonable, on this issue, as well as all future redevelopment and housing issues. Jeffrey Pratt, managing member of EI Camino LLC Partnership, reviewed the history of the project. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Additional Minute Council Member Steel, and carried 4-1, Mayor Cowan voting no, to extend Mr. Pratt's speaking time by one minute. Eleanor Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, proposed adopting the ordinance in two parts so that it may be tailored to the different parts of the City; and, Michael Dilsisian, 2671 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, and Lance Hailstone, 1102 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, thought that each, community within the City should be studied individually. Herman Singer, 2848 Velasco Lane, Costa Mesa, and Paul Kelly, 2736 Mendoza Drive, Costa Mesa, supported the EI Camino Shopping Center redevelopment; Kerry Smith, President, Harbinger Homes, Inc., 302 Turtle Bay Lane, Costa Mesa, stated that Council was attempting to set minimum development standards for the entire city, making the multi -family housing element more restrictive than the existing R1 standards. He suggested that parking standards be reviewed. Nick Zamvakellis, owner of property at 2553 and 2557 Santa Ana Avenue, concurred with Mr. Smith regarding the lot size and parking issues. The resident at 253 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa, supported revisiting the ordinance, opposing increase of the minimum dwelling unit lot area to 4,000 square feet, and agreeing with the Planning Commission's suggested 3,000 square feet. She addressed the parking requirements. 1 1 1 Won Yim, owner of Mesa Village Liquor and Market, 1011 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, commented on his situation, stating that the area needs improvement. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, suggested allowing the redevelopment to occur within the original parameters. She discussed the design review for R1, and expressed concern about 20 percent discretion for minor modifications being too much latitude for an over-the-counter approval. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, proposed more flexibility in development standards, suggesting that neighborhoods have a say in what happens in their area. Ed Keane, 2777 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, reminded Council that over 50 percent of the homeowners in the Mesa del Mar tract approved of the original proposal under consideration for the EI Camino Shopping Center. He indicated that Council had a moral obligation to stand by their original plan. The resident at 264 Santa Isabel Avenue, Costa Mesa, concurred with previous comments made by Kerry Smith regarding minimum lot sizes, and asked that the approved minimum lot size be applied to light and medium density. Paul Flanagan, 3090 Valley Circle, Costa Mesa, proposed that Council grant a variance for this "meritorious" project, believing that Council is honor -bound to grant the necessary variance to permit EI Camino project to proceed. Irma Batham, 1103 EI Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, stated that the EI Camino Shopping Center is a slum. Owner of property at 2557 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported that her property has been down zoned since purchase, and asked for reconsideration. The resident at 1106 Mission Drive, Costa Mesa, concurred with the previous speaker. Mayor Cowan supported the smaller lot size because it allows the construction of more affordable workforce housing. Council Member Robinson opposed the motion, commenting that small -lot developments were a "hot issue" during her campaign for Council, noting community concerns regarding density, urbanization, and preservation of the infrastructure. She supported retaining the small-town feel through larger lot sizes. Council Member Robinson replied to several previous comments by explaining the housing project on the EI Camino Shopping Center property is yet to be approved. She indicated that the property had been rezoned from commercial to residential, and she is on record for asking the developer to consider the homeowners, open space, and retaining the quality of life by utilizing as large a lot size as possible. She reiterated that Council has not made promises to developers regarding projects which have not yet been heard. She suggested flexibility in dealing with the EI Camino property but opposed compromising density issues by reverting to smaller standards. Council Member Monahan supported the motion, noting that it is a good compromise. He encouraged examining areas individually, and observed that the motion as stated would allow for good projects. to go forward. Mayor Cowan supported the motion, mentioning that this is a large stop in establishing minimum lot size and will address the issues on very small lot sizes as found on the east side. Mayor Pro -Tem Dixon opposed the motion, but not the EI Camino Shopping Center project, for which she would have preferred to grant a variance. The motion carried 3-2, Council Members Dixon and Robinson voting no. RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 11:10 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 11:15 p.m. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk, presented a draft 2000 General Plan and Draft 2000 General accompanying Draft ,;EIR for public review. The Development Plan Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated May 21, 2001. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, supported approval of the General Plan. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Circulation of Draft Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, to direct staff to circulate the draft and EIR General Plan and draft EIR for public review. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to divide Cultural Arts Cultural Arts and and Historic Resources Committee into two Committees: the Historic Resources Historic Preservation Committee and the Cultural Arts Committee, Committee with each committee consisting;of nine members; and grandfather the Cultural Arts Sub -Committee into a new Cultural Arts Committee with 13 members. The Recreation Manager summarized the Agenda Report'dated May 24, 2001. MOTION/Approved On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member Division of Com- Steel, and carried 5-0, the request was approved as recommended mittees by staff. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request from Costa Costa Mesa/Orange Mesa/Orange County Classic; Jazz Festival for a $5,000.00 County Classic Jazz donation to the Jazz Festival; a waiver of Planned Signing Program Festival fees for festival signage; and staff assuming the responsibility for noticing adjoining properties on the Festival signage. The Assistant to the City Manager reviewed the Agenda Report dated May 25, 2001. Diane Pritchett, Executive Director, Costa Mesa Convention and Visitor Bureau, 1631 West Sunflower Avenue, Santa Ana, responded to questions from Council regarding profits from the 2000 event. Connie Baker, one of the producers of the festival, replied to Council's questions. Council Member Monahan provided information regarding the festival. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Request Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, to approve the request. 1 1 1 CITY MANAGER'S The City Manager presented a request for direction regarding City REPORT Council review of the Preliminary Fiscal Year 2001-2002 Budget. After discussion, it was decided that the Budget Study Session would be held on Monday, June 11, 2001, at 4:30 p.m., resuming after the 6:30 p.m. Redevelopment Agency meeting. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m. Mayor of the City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: T Deputy City 6 lerk of the City of Costa Mesa 1 1