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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/15/2001 - City CouncilM REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COSTA MESA OCTOBER 15, 2001 The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in regular session October 15, 2001, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. The meeting was.called to order by the Mayor, an announcement was made that the Public Comment portion of the agenda will remain at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Council Member Monahan, and invocation by the Reverend Bill Gartner, Harbor Christian Fellowship. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Mayor Libby Cowan Mayor Pro Tem Linda Dixon Council Member Gary Monahan Council Member Karen Robinson Council Member Chris Steel Council Members Absent: Officials Present: None City Manager Allan Roeder City Attorney Jerry Scheer Development Services Director Donald Lamm Public Services Director William Morris Finance Director Mark Puckett Transportation Services Manager Peter Naghavi Senior Planner Willa Bouwens- Killeen Associate Planner Kimberly Brandt Management Analyst Carol Proctor Deputy City Clerk -Mary Elliott MINUTES On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded .by Mayor Pro September 17 and Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the. regular meeting of October 1, 2001 September 17, 2001, were approved as distributed, --and the minutes of the regular meeting of October 1, 2001, were approved. ORDINANCES AND A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by RESOLUTIONS Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only. PRESENTATION Costa Mesa Police 'Lieutenant Karl Schuler, President of the MADD Awards for Orange County Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD), 2001 read a resolution commending the Costa Mesa. Police Department's participation in the program, and presented awards to the following police officers in recognition of their Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest records: Senior Police Officers Jeff McCann, and Robert Coash; Police Officers Jose Torres, Dennis Dickens, Tony Yannizzi, Bryan Wadkins, and Mathew Grimmond; and Police Officer Shawn Leffingwell who was not in attendance. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Cowan announced that the "National Hispanic Heritage "National Hispanic Month" proclamation will be presented after Public Comments, at Heritage Month" 6:30 p.m. 1 CONSENT The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar: CALENDAR Item No. 8, Entry Monuments and Pole Mounted Signs, Project No. 01-11; and Item No. 11, Agreement with LAN Engineering, to design the Paularino Avenue Rehabilitation Project. MOTION/Approved On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Except Item No. 8 Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, the remaining Consent Calendar items and No. 11 were approved as recommended. READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed: Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Dominic Esposito; Stuart and Arlene Gray; Southern California Edison; and Joel Warrick. Alcoholic Beverage Request for an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License from Licenses Quattro Cafe (formerly Armani Cafe), 3333 Bristol Street, Suite 1201 (South Coast Plaza), for a person-to-person transfer of a Type 47 ABC license (on -sale general for a bona fide eating place). Public Utilities Notice from Southern California Gas Company that Application No. Commission 01-09-024 has been filed with the Public Utilities Commission to revise its rates for gas service effective January 1, 2003. BUSINESS PERMITS Notice of Intention to Appeal or Solicit for Charitable Purpose was Approved Request received from Girl Scout Council of Orange County, 1620 Adams from Girl Scout Avenue, Costa Mesa, by soliciting funds door-to-door using the Council "Buddy System" and/or in booths, under adult supervision, to raise money for troop activities, from October 16 to December 31, 2001, for the Fall Product Sale, and from January 1 to April 30, 2002, for the Cookie Sale. The permit was approved pursuant to Costa Mesa Municipal Code Section 9-127(d). WARRANTS . The following warrants were approved: Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1869, funding Payroll 120 for 1869/Payroll 120 $1,827,564.85, and City operating expenses for $1,142,032.86, including payroll deductions. Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1870, funding City operating expenses for 1870 $694,295.62. ADMINISTRATIVE Bids received for Bid Item 1062, One 2001 Model MF640B Fermec ACTIONS/Awarded Diesel Engine Tractor Loader, are on file in the City Clerk's office. Bid Item 1062, The contract was awarded to Eberhard Equipment, 2506 South Tractor Loader Harbor Boulevard, Santa Ana, for a total cost of $45,795.00. Awarded Bid Item Bids received for Bid Item 1063, One 2002 GMC 2Y2 -Yard Dump 1063, Dump Truck, Truck with Bed -mounted Hoist, are on file in the City Clerk's office. to Reynolds Buick The contract was awarded to Reynolds Buick/GMC Trucks, Inc., 675 South Citrus Avenue, Covina, for a total cost of $38,479.62. Awarded CCTV Ex- Bids received for CCTV (closed circuit television) Expansion, pansion, Project No. Project No. 01-09, are on file in the City Clerk's office. The 01-09, to F. J. Johnson contract was awarded to F. J. Johnson, Inc., 3000 East Coronado Street, Anaheim, for $146,208.00, and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Approved Agreement An agreement was ;approved: with the County of Orange for with County for Juvenile Court Work ;Program services, budgeted annually in an Juvenile Court Work amount of $40,000.00, and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were Program Services authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Approved Amend- Amendment No. 4:: was approved to the Orange County ment No. 4 to OCTA Transportation Authority (OCTA) Master Funding Agreement No. Master Funding C-95-968, which deletes the prior Exhibit A in its entirety and Agreement replaces it with a revised list of combined transportation funding C-95-968 program allocations, and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Approved Agreement Two agreements were, approved, with TV Magic, Inc., 4887 Ronson with TV Magic for Court, Suite D, San Diego, to provide the following upgrades: an Video Equipment agreement for $19,005.00 to install seven 12 -inch LCD monitors on the dais of the Council- Chambers; an agreement for $207,840.00 to install : video equipment in Conference Room 1A to videotape public meetings; and; the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign the agreements on behalf of the public. Entry Monuments and Item No. 8 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Contract for Pole Mounted Signs, Entry Monuments and Pole Mounted Signs, Phases I and II, Project No. 01-11 Project No. 01-11. The Public' Services Director asked that this item be approved contingent upon submittal of the proper bonds and insurance forms in compliance with the plans and MOTION/Awarded specifications. On motion by Council Member Monahan, seconded to Brandt Develop- by Mayor Pro Tem 'Dixon, and carried 5-0, the contract was ment awarded to Brandt Development Ltd., 17 Corporate Plaza Drive, Newport Beach, for $103,950.0,0 (base bid only), and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City. Agreement with LAN Item No. 11 on the Consent Calendar was presented: Agreement Engineering to Design with LAN EngineeringjCorporatign, to design the Paularino Avenue Paularino Avenue Rehabilitation Project.; Council ,Member Robinson questioned the Rehabilitation contract not being awarded to the lowest bidder, and commented that the Agenda Report did note provide the specifics. She asked for information on the two lowest bidders. The Public Services Director replied that the top two proposals were equal but the LAN Engineering project, manager had more experience and expertise. He replied to Council Member Robinson's questions by stating that resumes were included within the written proposal, the interview process was utilized 'to determine depth of experience, and the lowest bidder opted not to be interviewed. MOTION/Approved i On motion by Council; Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Pro Agreement Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, the agreement was approved with LAN Engineering Corporation,' 12 "L", Mauchly, Irvine, for an amount not to exceed $83,899.00, and the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk were authorized !to sign on behalf of the City. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this is the time and place Rezone Petition set for the public hearing to consider Rezone Petition R-01-03, for R-01-03, Khastoo Sharo Khastoo, 234 ' East 17th; Street, Costa Mesa, authorized agent for Ronald V. Berggren; 777 Flicker Court, Anaheim, to rezone property at 2072 and 2080 Newport Boulevard, from R2 - MD to C1, in conjunction with' construction of a 20 -unit senior, single -room occupancy residential project . at 2072 Newport Boulevard. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in: the City Clerk's office. No communications were' received.: The Senior Planner reviewed the Agenda Report dated October 4; 2001. Council Member Monahan announced that he would abstain from voting on this item due to the proximity of the project to his business. Mayor Cowan asked Trailed to 6:30 p.m. that this public hearing be trailed to 6:30 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this is the time and place PA -01-25, McCune/ set for the public hearing to consider an application from Council Chan/Chock Member Monahan appealing the Planning Commission's denial of PA -01-25, for Rhonda McCune, authorized agent for Eugene Chan and Gladys Chock, for a conditional use permit to allow truck rental, including on-site storage of up to six U -Haul trucks, in conjunction with an existing mini -storage use, located at 2458 Newport Boulevard, in a C1 zone. Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Affidavits of Publishing and Mailing are on file in the City Clerk's office. A communication was received from the authorized agent supporting the request of his client. The Senior Planner summarized the Agenda Report dated October 8, 2001. Council Member Monahan did not consider a small rental business in the same league as an automobile repair business, and outlined the reasons for his request for Council review. Rhonda McCune, 2973 Newport Boulevard, No. 26, Costa Mesa, agent for the owner, reiterated their request to park six trucks on the site, stating that neither truck storage nor maintenance are involved in this request. She indicated that day workers are not an issue, reporting that the photograph on Page 9 of the Agenda Report illustrates that the property is currently vacant. She reviewed the remaining photos, and responded to questions from Council. The Senior Planner confirmed that parking the U -Haul trucks along the fence would not prohibit access, mentioning that the ingress and egress had not been planned to accommodate fire trucks. Council Member Steel asked about the day worker problem, and Ms. McCune replied that there has not been a problem at the subject site to date. Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa, objected to the applicant requesting an exception for his property. He commented that this type of project absolutely attracts day workers due to its nature, and stated that a persuasive case had not been made to overrule the Planning Commission's decision. Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, expressed concern regarding the day laborer issue, asking that the owner of this project commit to installing a sign allowing the Police Department to enforce the City's ordinance. He complained that the City's website had not been updated to reflect the 5:30 p.m. starting time for the Council meeting. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, called the trucks an eyesore, and observed that the trucks will affect the neighboring resident's quality of life, extending that thought to persons inhabiting the adjacent apartment complex. Ray (no last name given), representing U -Haul, Orange County, addressed the day laborer problem at the 2680 Newport Boulevard location, reporting that they are authorized to make a citizens arrest should the laborers trespass but have not had much success to date. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. Mayor Cowan did not think that the decision regarding PA -01-25 should be made based upon the day laborer situation, and indicated that the Police Department is clarifying the ordinance which is posted. The City Attorney added that the District Attorney is hesitant to prosecute loitering violations. MOTION/To Approve A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Up to Three Trucks Council Member Steel, to approve up to three U -Haul trucks on a The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Public Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated October 10, 2001. Art Guy, Borthwick Guy Betten6ausen, 2212 Dupont Drive, Irvine, landscape architect, provided an overview of plans for the proposed park, and responded to questions from Council. He responded to a question from Council Member Robinson by stating that the eight -foot block wall at the rear of the park, as well as the wall on the north side, would ensure privacy for the adjacent homeowners but she expressed concern suggesting that a gate be installed for safety reasons. The Public Services Director indicated that for the north and east wall, an easement through private property would be required. Council Member Monahan asked the chance of installing a �tire swing,! and Mr. Guy replied that they will investigate the possibility. Linda Schwandt, 2912% Miner Street, Costa Mesa, noted that the park will be on the corner of Victoria Street and Harbor Boulevard, and addressed the use of sound walls, traffic congestion, and size of the site. She supported construction of additional parks on the west side but argued the feasibility of this location. trial basis, returning the conditional use permit to the Planning Commission after six months! to see if any problems have occurred. Mayor Cowan opposed the motion, observing that trucks are not appropriate for this site considering the egress and the exit path from the storage units;. She noted the potential confusion of having three U -Haul locations on Newport Boulevard. Council Member Robinson opposed the motion,; commenting on the safety issue, specifically that there would not' be enough space for ingress and egress of vehicles due to the U -Haul trucks. SUBSTITUTE A substitute motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by MOTION/Adopted Council Member Robinson, and carried 4-1, Council Member Resolution 01-72 Monahan voting no, to uphold the Planning Commission's decision Denying PA -01-25 by adopting Resolution 01-72: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE: CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING PLANNING APPLICATION PA -01-25. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this is the time and place PA -01-27, City of set for the public hearing to consider Planning Application PA -01 - Costa Mesa 27, for Dave Alkema, ;authorized agent for the City of Costa Mesa, for a master plan review of the proposed Maple Street Park located at 2150 Maple Street in an R2 -MD zone. Environmental Determination: Exempt. Resolution authorizing application for grant funding from the California Environmental Protection Agency, Integrated Waste Management board Wasted Tire Playground cover Grant Program. Direction to staff to, prepare and submit a grant application for funding under the 'above program to install rubberized safety surfacing at the proposed Maple Street Park. The Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office. No communications were received. The Public Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated October 10, 2001. Art Guy, Borthwick Guy Betten6ausen, 2212 Dupont Drive, Irvine, landscape architect, provided an overview of plans for the proposed park, and responded to questions from Council. He responded to a question from Council Member Robinson by stating that the eight -foot block wall at the rear of the park, as well as the wall on the north side, would ensure privacy for the adjacent homeowners but she expressed concern suggesting that a gate be installed for safety reasons. The Public Services Director indicated that for the north and east wall, an easement through private property would be required. Council Member Monahan asked the chance of installing a �tire swing,! and Mr. Guy replied that they will investigate the possibility. Linda Schwandt, 2912% Miner Street, Costa Mesa, noted that the park will be on the corner of Victoria Street and Harbor Boulevard, and addressed the use of sound walls, traffic congestion, and size of the site. She supported construction of additional parks on the west side but argued the feasibility of this location. Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed the location of the proposed park, commenting that the west side needs a larger park such as TeWinkle. Beth Refakes, 320 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, opposed the location because of the single entrance, and expressed concern about having a tot lot on this busy street. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, commented that the City needs more parks. Vedat Demir, 2162 Maple Street, Costa Mesa, owner of property adjacent to the park, summarized his concerns. The Public Services Director indicated that the City has worked with Mr. Demir but have as yet to address the trees along the north property line to ensure that they grow no higher than the eight foot height of the proposed wall. Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, appreciated the park but was concerned about traffic in the area. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. Mayor Cowan commented that this is a neighborhood park, designed for pedestrian access, and plans and issues have been addressed by the community. MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Resolution 01-73 Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution 01-73: A Approving PA -01-27 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PA -01-27; approve the conceptual plan; approve a Budget Adjustment for $20,000.00; direct staff to proceed with competitive bidding process; approve Maple Park as the park name; add a signalized, pedestrian crossing at Victoria and Maple Streets; and work out the wall issues with Mr. Demir's property to provide protection for him as well as the park site. Council Member Robinson asked about the sound wall study and block wall modifications. The Public Services Director replied that by approving staff recommendation No. 4, "Direct staff to complete the construction plans, specifications, incorporating the mitigation measures as recommended by Public Services staff in Attachment 1, and bid documents and proceed with competitive bidding of the Maple Park project", the sound wall study will not commence at this time nor will the block wall modifications (in accordance with Attachment 1). In view of the above, Council Member Robinson supported the motion. She was concerned about the safety of this location because of traffic on Victoria Street, and noted that the park will be enclosed with one entrance at the front and the play equipment at the back. She suggested adding bullards as a safety measure. MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Resolution 01-74; Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, Resolution 01-74 was adopted: A Gave Direction to RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA Staff MESA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS TO THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD FOR PLAYGROUND RUBBERIZED SAFETY SURFACING INSTALLATION AT MAPLE PARK; and staff was directed to prepare and submit a grant application for funding under the above program to install rubberized safety surfacing at the proposed Maple Park. 1.02 PRESENTATION Mayor Cowan read a proclamation declaring October, 2001, as "National Hispanic "National Hispanic Heritage Month", recognizing the Latino Heritage Month" Community Network for its workIn helping to promote diversity and Proclamation for enhancing the quality of life for our citizens. She presented the document to members of the Network, Co-chairman Mirna Burciaga, and Vice Chairpersons Roberto and Edilia Torres, who introduced other members of the community. PUBLIC COMMENT Mildred Nicholson, '2063 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported Library Services that she and her husband had been invited to attend meetings of Committee the Library Services Committee which she described as a "disaster". She complained thatithe attendees were unfamiliar with library operation, and, had unrealistic goals. She referred to the City's current libraries, as "puny and inadequate". Council Member Robinson replied that 'she appreciated the Nicholson's participation in the Committee, and encouraged their further involvement. Mayor Cowan suggested that they joint the Costa Mesa Library Foundation, a private organization in which there are former librarians as members'. Donald Nicholson, ; 2063 Republic Avenue, Costa Mesa, commented that libraries are a different type of school, noting that the basic function of a; library is education. Davidson Comments Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, reported her attendance at the 17th Street Fair; asked that Council Comments be relocated to after the Consent Calendar on the Agenda; offered to take Council Members for: a tour of the west side; and complained about the number' of pizza parlors on 19th Street, specifically the addition of Papa; Johns. Mayor Cowan replied that the Papa Johns restaurant conforms with the zoning for the property and is a brand new facility. Red Light Cameras Campbell Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, referred to a previous action by Council which approved the use of red light cameras in certain intersections, acknowledging the need due to the number of people who "run" red lights. He announced his support of the cameras but asked how the left-hand turn situation, wherein a car is in the middle! of an intersection when the light changes, will be addressed. Mayor Cowan suggested that Mr. Davidson contact Lieutenant: Schuler, Costa Mesa Police Department, for a response to his question. EI Toro Airport Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights, addressed the proposed airport at EI Toro, reading portions of a Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) report. He noted what he terms "the fatal flaw in the County plan", that the wind data used for the last 38 years is invalid because it was measured at the wrong height. He encouraged Council to stand behind the FAA in supporting the EI Toro; Airport plan. West Side Costa Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, revealed his Mesa pleasure that Council is addressing some of the issues which affect west side Costa Mesa, but acknowledged a tremendous problem with shopping carts, and the Costa Mesa Job Center. He thought that the EI Toro Airport issue should be a top priority. Millard Comments Martin Millard, 2973 ;Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa, objected to the "National Hispanic Heritage Month", stating that October is also European American Month, so named by the California State Legislature. He jreported that the crime statistics in Costa Mesa are up 39.2 percent this year, while Huntington Beach is down 7.7 percent, and Irvine is down 48.1 percent. He accused Council of representing illegal aliens. Mr. Millard reported on the recent stabbing involving homeless, Hispanic persons. Meeting Time Change Cindy Brenneman, 1856 Elba Circle, Costa Mesa, objected to the meeting time change, stating that it is difficult for some persons to attend the meeting at 5:30 p.m., and asked that the meeting be rescheduled to again start at 6:30 p.m. Downtown Recreation Doug Scribner, 321 Avocado Street, No. P, Costa Mesa, Center congratulated the City on the opening of the new Downtown Recreation Center, 1860 Anaheim Avenue. He disapproved of the red light cameras, citing that they are unnecessary, do not increase safety, and are very expensive. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon informed Mr. Scribner that she had read his article in the Orange County Weekly, correcting his last paragraph by informing him that she had proposed that any monies derived by the City would be directed to drivers educational programs at local high schools, Estancia and Costa Mesa. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, pointed out that Dr. Paul Flanagan was in the Chambers at 5:30 p.m. to participate in Public Comments but could not wait until 6:30 p.m. because of a prior engagement. Sutton Comments Doug Sutton, 2739 Canary Drive, Costa Mesa, thought that Costa Mesa should be run more as a business than a philanthrophy. He believed that Costa Mesa has the per family income nor the resources to accept responsibility for a disproportionate percentage of California's problems. He noted Council duties to provide the vision, the leadership, and the resources to improve Costa Mesa for the long term. Mr. Sutton asked Council to work to keep the record straight and the forum fair and positive. EI Toro Airport Margaret Morgan, 206 East 15th Street, Costa Mesa, reported that the FAA is the responsible group to determine airport safety, and their recent report indicated that the EI Toro Airport, as planned by the County, is safe. She announced that the County Board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, October 16, 2001, at 9:30 a.m., in the Chambers in Santa Ana, to vote on Environmental Impact Report No. 573; and the Costa Mesa Senior Center, 695 West 19th Street, will hold an open house on Thursday, October 18, 2001, 6:30 p.m. to discuss the airport plans. Ralph P. Morgan, 206 East 15th Street, Costa Mesa, stated that now that the FAA declared EI Toro Airport safe, the planning may proceed. Downtown Recreation Beth Refakes, 320 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, noted her Center attendance at the Downtown Recreation Center opening on Saturday, October 13, 2001, and complimented the program presented. Street Work William Polder, 1628 White Oak Street, Costa Mesa, complimented the street work at Fairview Road and Baker Street, but showed photographs which illustrated that the work has not been completed, showing wheelchair ramps in disrepair, as well as other muddy areas. Mayor Cowan asked the Public Services Director to work with Mr. Polder, and report to Council on the status of the project. Mal King Comments Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, commented on red light cameras and several other topics. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Cowan announced that; discussion of the Home Ranch project, Public Hearing No. 4, will be trailed to the end of the agenda. RECESS The Mayor declared;'a recess 7:55 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8:10 p.m. 1 PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this is the time and place Rezone Petition set for the public hearing to consider Rezone Petition R-01-03, as R-01-03, Khastoo previously announced. The Senior Planner reviewed the Agenda Report dated October4, 2001. Sharo Khastoo, authorized agent, responded to Mayor Pro Tem Dixon by stating that small pets are allowed in the complex. There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION/Gave First A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Reading to Ordinance Council Member Steel, and carried 4-0, Council Member Monahan 01-27 abstaining, to give ; first reading to Ordinance 01-27, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA; REZONING 2072 AND 2080 NEWPORT BOULEVARD FROM R2 -MD TO C1 BY ADOPTION OF REZONE PETITION R-01-03, adding a condition of approval that management plans be prepared; by the applicant, and submitted to the City for review and approval, which include accommodations for seniors living in the development to have small pets, including dogs and cats. Second reading and adoption are scheduled for the meeting of November 5, 2001. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented for second and adoption of Number of Dogs in Ordinance 01-26, relating to dogs generally and specifically adding Bark Park a limitation on the number of dogs per person that may be brought to the Bark Park. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park,. commented on dogs in the Bark Park.' MOTION/Adopted On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Council Member Ordinance 01-26 Robinson, and carried 5-0, Ordinance 01-26 was given second reading and adoption:; AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING SECTION ;12-42 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DOGS GENERALLY AND SPECIFICALLY ADDING A LIMITATION ON THE NUMBER OF DOGS PER PERSON THAT MAY BE BROUGHT INTO ,THE BARK PARK. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk'presented from the meeting of July 2, 2001, Allocation of Net allocation of net revenue. The ! Finance Director summarized the Revenue Agenda Report dated October 10, 2001. Council Member Robinson suggested, regarding Item No. 4 of the Addendum to Allocation of Net Revenue report, Public Information/John Wayne Airport; Settlement Agreement Extension, that Costa Mesa allow the City of Newport Beach to take the lead on this issue and redirect the $40,000.00 to something else within our City. Mayor Cowan thought!that it was incumbent upon Costa Mesa to participate as best we can in the John Wayne Settlement Agreement. She responded to Council Member Robinson by 1 1 1 affirming that Costa Mesa residents will receive the benefits of the mailing even if the City decides against providing financial aid. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon asked that the anti -litter campaign, or "Keep Costa Mesa Beautiful", be granted an additional $10,000.00, Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, talked about bus stops. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Allocation of Net Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, to approve the allocation of Revenue net revenue per Items 1 through 6 of the City Manager's Agenda Report dated October 12, 2001, including an additional $10,000.00 to the "Anti -Litter Campaign." Council Member Robinson reiterated her suggestion to not volunteer to provide $40,000.00 to the City of Newport Beach for the JWA mailer, but to redirect those funds to internal needs. She asked the maker of the motion to reduce the sum to $10,000.00. Council Member Monahan declined to lower the amount, commenting that the City of Newport has spent serious money on this issue, and the funds would indicate Costa Mesa's support. He asked the Public Services Director to investigate the cost of replacing the sand in the play areas in the City's parks. The Director replied that a program has been instituted to update the sand lots on a regular basis. Council Member Steel agreed with the motion after he ascertained that approval of Item No. 4 was not a commitment to the agreement. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon related that the anti -little group are planning a 19th Street cleanup. thev are creatina and producina materials to be presented to merchants, and are initiating a campaign to teach young children the importance of having a clean neighborhood. She confirmed for Council Member Monahan that trash cans on West 19th Street are planned. OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a survey of affected households Street Sweeping and businesses in potential study areas listed as Category "A" in Prohibition Program Attachment 4, to initiate a street sweeping parking prohibition; and a report on the results of the survey to be brought back to Council in three months, along with a recommendation for implementation of the pilot program. The Transportation Services Manager summarized the Agenda Report dated October 4, 2001. The Public Services Director suggested that the Citywide no parking for street sweeping be considered during the next budget review for fiscal year 2002-2003. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, supported the first alternative which he thought could be accomplished without adding resources such as personnel and equipment. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, thought that street sweeping should be addressed. Motion to Approved A motion was made by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Citywide Street Member Steel, to approve implementation of a Citywide alternative Sweeping side street sweeping schedule, to move forward with a funding proposal, and to determine the best option, lease or purchase of a street sweeper, beginning the program no later than the end of fiscal year 2001-2002. The motion failed to carry 3-2, Council Members Monahan, Robinson, and Steel, voting no. Council Member Monahan opposed the motion, noting his surprise that it is being discussed considering the reactions of Mesa del Mar residents to the same subject at a previous Council meeting. He commented that there will be a proliferation of signs throughout the City, contributing to "sign blight": Mayor Pro Tem Dixon supported the motion, stating that City's ;will soon be mandated to sweep streets more often to preserve the Pacific Ocean. Council Member Steel indicated that he seconded the motion to hear discussion, and would not vote in ;support. MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, seconded by Directions to Staff Council Member Robinson, and carried 4-1, Council Member Monahan voting no, directing staff to survey affected households/businesses in potential study areas listed as Category "A" in Attachment 4, to initiate a street sweeping parking prohibition, and report. back to Council with results of this survey in three months, along with a recommended action for implementation of the,pilot program. Council Member Monahan, opposed the motion, observing that one of his concernsl relates to Category "A", No. 1, where a "possible concern" is listed: "residents did not respond favorably to recent efforts to prohibit parking; along this street segment." Mayor Cowan supported the; motion, stating that the City needs to be a leader on this issue, and she felt that a plan should be implemented citywide NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request for committee Committee Appoint- appointment to the Advisory Committee of Teens (ACT); Child ments Care and Youth Services Committee; Historic Preservation Committee; Human Relations 'Committee; and Downtown and Eastside Transportation Ad Hoc Committee. The Management Analyst commented on the first four committee appointments as contained in the Agenda Report dated October 1, 2001. The Transportation Services Manager reviewed the Agenda Reporton the Ad Hoc Committee dated ';October 5, 2001. Mayor Cowan asked about the applicant to ACT who resides in Newport Beach, and was informed by ,the Management Analyst that residency is a requirement. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, address the monies paid by City committees, which, as advised by Mayor Cowan, is nothing. Carl Peterson, Jr. 250 East 22"d Street, Costa Mesa, commented that he is requesting appointment to the Eastside Transportation Ad Hoc Committee''ias either a resident or a business owner in the area. Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold ;Avenue, Costa Mesa, expressed interest in becoming a member of the Human Relations Committee. MOTION/Appointed A motion was made. by Mayor Cowan, seconded by Council Members to ACT Member Monahan, and carried 5-0, to reappoint Shirley Peng, and to appoint Kaci Foster, Carley: Millian, Keena Betta, as regular members of ACT for a two year expiring in October, 2003, directing staff to forward a letter to John Santos explaining the City's residency requirements. Council Member Monahan reported that no applications had been received for the Child Care and Youth Services Committee. 1 1 1 K� r Mayor Pro Tem Dixon related that no action was required for the Historic Preservation Committee. MOTION/Appointed A motion was made by Council Member Robinson, seconded by Members to Human Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, to reappoint Karen Sager Relations Committee and to appoint Lawana Wright, and Al Alvarez to the Human Relations Committee for a four year term expiring October, 2005. MOTION/Appointed Members to Ad Hoc A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Mayor Cowan, and carried 5-0, to appoint Lance Jencks, Charlotte Committee "Sandy" Johnson, David L. Kendra, Craig Silva, Carl A. Peterson, Jr., Dan Perlmutter, David H. Hochner, Randy J. Garell, Louis A. Miramontes, Sid Crossley, Tom Estes, Tom Sutro, and Tom Egan; and to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Dixon as Council Liaison to the committee. NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented Community Objectives, first Community quarter update. The Finance Director reviewed the Agenda Report Objectives dated October 10, 2001. Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, suggested that the objectives contain a definition of terms, a table of contents, and provide a short title for each section. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, talked about Community Objectives. MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Monahan, seconded by Objectives Mayor Pro Tem Dixon, and carried 5-0, to approve the first quarter update of the Community Objectives, and to incorporate Mr. Egan's ideas in the next quarter report. RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 9:05 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 9:25 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Cowan announced the dates for future Council meetings where the Home Ranch project will be discussed: special meeting of October 29, 2001, and November 5, 13 (tentative special meeting), and 19, 2001, all beginning at 5:30 p.m. She indicated that each person will be allowed four minutes for public comments, and new speakers will be invited to speak first beginning the meeting of November 5, 2001. PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced that this is the time and place Segerstrom Home set for the public hearing to consider the Segerstrom Home Ranch. Ranch The 93 -acre site is currently used for agricultural purposes with a limited number of buildings, and the site is bordered by Sunflower Avenue to the north, San Diego Freeway (1-405) to the south, Fairview Road to the east, and Harbor Boulevard to the west in the City of Costa Mesa. The City Council will consider the following items: Final Program Environmental Impact Report #1048 for Segerstrom Home Ranch (SCH# 2000071050). General Plan Amendment GP -00-05, to amend the 1990 General Plan text and figures to change the land use designation from Industrial Park and Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential, Industrial Park, and Commercial Center on 93.34 acres; establish a site-specific floor area ratio of 0.41 for the Commercial Center component; establish a site-specific density of 29 dwelling units per acre for the High Density Residential component; increase the trip budget; increase maximum building area (961,060 square feet of industrial uses; and 366 dwelling units allowed; 791,050 square feet of office and office -related uses, 252,648 square feet of industrial uses, 308,000 square feet of retail uses (IKEA), and 464 dwelling units proposed); amend the Master Plan of bikeways to delete the proposed grade -separated bike trail undercrossing of the 1-405 and related links between Gisler Avenue and South!Coast Drive. Specific Plan Amendment SP -00-02, to amend the North Costa Mesa Specific Plan text and figures to increase the size of Area 1 (Home Ranch) to include' the 30.5 acres located north of South Coast Drive, modify Area 1's land use designations, trip budget, maximum allowable floor area ratio and building square footage, and development standards. Rezone Petition R=00-02, to rezone 93.34 acres from Planned Development Industrial (PDI) and Planned Development Residential -Medium Density (PDR -MD) to Planned Development Industrial .(PDI), Planned Development Commercial (PDO,), and Planned Development Residential - North Costa Mesa (PDR -NCM). Master Plan PA-99-34/Minor. Conditional Use Permit ZA-01-36, for a final master ;plan to allow the construction of a 308,000 square -foot retail,'45-foot tall building (IKEA) located at the southeast corner of Harbor Boulevard and South Coast Drive, with a minor conditional use permit to allow compact parking spaces. Development Agreement DA'00-01_, to establish a development agreement for the Segerstrom Home Ranch project. The Affidavits of Publishing and Mailing are on file in the City Clerk's office. In addition to communications Council received in their notebooks from the Planning Division, the following communications were; received in favor of the project from Costa Mesa residents Delores Brandon, 1965 Rosemary Place; Susan E. Castaneda (via e-mail); and Del J. Heintz, 1151 Aviemore Terrace. Communications opposed to the project were received from Larry and Leslie Miller, 3028 Donnybrook Lane, Costa Mesa; Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa; Cindy Brenneman, 1856 Elba Circle,; Costa Mesa (via e-mail); Brent Neumeyer, 3158 Kerry Lane, Costa Mesa; Allan and Victoria Baer, 3013 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, Steve French (no address given); Frances T. Hoppe, 3086 Fernheath Lane, Costa Mesa; Lorine A. Hoskins, 1799 Tanager Drive, Costa Mesa; William Hoskins, 1799 Tanager Drive, Costa Mesa;: and Debbie Marsteller, 3374 California Street, Costa Mesa. , Additional communications were received from Jim and Phyllis Atkinson, 2871 Alanzo Lane, Costa Mesa, expressing concerns regarding the project; Lois Raffel, 2024 Swan Drive, Costa ,Mesa, recommending that IKEA be eliminated from the project; Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, regarding jobs/housing balance; Roy Shahbazian, no street address, Orange, expressing concern that certain bikeways may be deleted; Michael'.E. Wall,, Counsel for SEIU Local 1877, Altshuler, Berzon, Nussbaum, Rubin and Demain, 177 Post Street, Suite 300, San Francisco, submitting published studies regarding diesel exhaust fumes ,relative to human health; and City of Tustin, 1 I L 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, regarding Tustin's possible eligibility to share sales tax generated by IKEA. Carol Hoffman, representing C. J. Segerstrom and Sons, 3315 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, reviewed the process taken to educate the public regarding the project. She addressed the following project components: revision of the original residential plan proposed for the parcel which included 29 units per acre of rental housing which has been revised by Standard Pacific, the developer, to include single-family detached and triplex units centered around a park (she provided renderings of the units); combining the new residential with the existing industrial for a compatible use; substitution of low-rise for high-rise corporate headquarters and office structures; nominal truck traffic will be generated; and Home Ranch building height was addressed which has been built in to the north Costa Mesa Specific Plan. Ms. Hoffman expressed pleasure that as part of the development agreement, C. J. Segerstrom and Sons will dedicate a 1.5 -acre parcel valued at two million dollars in order to retain the 1915 home on the property, as well as the barn and other historic elements, as part of the plan. Don Collins, project manager for IKEA, described IKEA as a worldwide home furnishing company which provides a unique family -friendly shopping environment, with 162 stores in 30 countries. He reviewed company policies towards customers and operations. He discussed the changes in color to the building and the landscaping, stating that they have listened to suggestions and have responded by softening the telescape. Mr. Collins added that they have limited the store operations, i.e., the number of product trucks and the use of specific delivery routes. He addressed the economic benefit to Costa Mesa, and quoted favorable comments by Planning Commissioners. Paul Freeman, representing C. J. Segerstrom and Sons, commented on the changes in the project, emphasizing better land use, higher quality, higher skilled jobs, more attractive aesthetics, and more substantial public benefits. He addressed traffic issues and the proposed increase in trip budget in order allows office space in lieu of warehouses. Mr. Freeman reported that this is the first incident wherein the developer has agreed to pay not only trip fees and mitigation costs, but construction management fees as well. He indicated that construction of the proposed offramp will offset traffic and will actually improve level of service at Harbor Boulevard and Adams Avenue, and Fairview .Road and the 1-405 freeway. He also quoted several favorable quotes from present and former Planning Commissioners. Mr. Freeman emphasized during his presentation that at no time did City cost exceed revenue. He noted their contribution to public safety, the flood channels adjacent to Home Ranch, historic preservation, and other aspects of the project. Mayor Cowan asked that the air quality and the noise consultants be invited to make presentations at the Council meeting of November 5, 2001, as well as a "more specific" presentation on traffic. She asked staff to address at the meeting of November 5, 2001, the letter from the City of Tustin which indicated that the Costa Mesa is providing a benefit to IKEA to locate within out city. Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, supported the project, commenting that the present General Plan is not the best. Will King, 6801 Western Avenue, Buena Park, supported the project. Anastasia Christman,! representing SEIU Local 1877, 1247 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, thanked; Council on behalf of her union for extending an opportunity for them speak at the meeting of October 29, 2001, about their concerns regarding the project. She reported that the local represents approximately 1,100 janitorial workers and their families who live' in the immediate area around the proposed Home Ranch project. She addressed concerns regarding the environmental impact report which may excessively impact low income families and neighborhoods, specifically job/housing balance, traffic, and air pollution: David Martinez, no street address, Costa Mesa, asked about closed sessions on the project.1 Mayor Cowan replied that there have been no closed: sessions ;suggesting that Mr. Martinez was referring to committee meetings. He referred to a letter from the State's Attorney General, and the Mayor replied that the City is in the process of responding to the District Attorney to the subject letter and suggested I that this may be better addressed at the meeting of November, 5, 2001.. The City Attorney counseled the Mayor to withhold comment until the response is addressed the District Attorney. - ' John Rule, 215 East 23 d Street, Costa Mesa, commented on the financial conditions of the City's schools, noting that the monies offered by the Segerstroms in , connections with this project will allow the schools a certain independence. Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, stated that the Home Ranch general plan amendment will involve an amendment to the housing element because land allotted to residential uses will be reduced., She asked why this has not been reflected in any of the public ;notices. She also noted that a change in the housing element must be submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development at least 60 days prior to adoption of the amendment by a City, and asked if the submittal had occurred, when, and any response. Mayor Cowan directed staff to respond; to these questions at the meeting of November 5, 2001. The; Development Services Director indicated that the information has been submitted to HCD. Robin Leffler, 3025 Samoa Place, Costa Mesa, vice president of Costa Mesa Citizensl for Responsible Growth, clarified that her group does not advocate strict. adherence to every detail of the General Plan. She stated that they approved of the general plan for Home Ranch with ;the built in traffic control, but stated that the $2 million offer to the school foundation made by C. J. Segerstrom and Sons, contingent' upon approval of the project, would not be necessary if the project were good for Costa Mesa. Del Heintz, 1151 Aviemore Terrace, Costa Mesa, observed that Home Ranch is progress and will benefit the vast majority of the citizens. He felt that there had, been concessions with the Home Ranch project that are, above and beyond the call of duty. Arlene Jones, 2995: Ceylon Drive, Costa Mesa, doubted the information contained: in a brochure on the Home Ranch project which she recently received. She complained about traffic at the intersection of Harbor Boulevard:and Baker Street. Paul Bunney, Post Office Box 11024, Costa Mesa, reported that the audio on the City's television channel is in need of repair. He supported the Home Ranch project. Mayor Cowan announced that the Home Ranch public hearing is continued to the Special meeting of October 29, 2001, at 5:30 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Cowan asked for questions to be answered at the special meeting of October 19, 2001. Council Member Robinson asked the City's position in relation to the letter dated October 5, 2001, regarding jobs/housing imbalance, and the level of wages for IKEA personnel. Mayor Pro Tem Dixon asked how the Susan Street offramp will be funded should the project not be approved, as well as the Fairview bridge. She requested information regarding the perpetual deficit with the existing General Plan. Council Member Robinson asked the floor area ratio for the Harbor Gateway area, and trip budgets, for comparison purposes. She inquired as to the rules for compact parking spaces, i.e., how many are requested, etc. CITY MANAGER'S The City Manager announced that on Tuesday, October, 16, 2001, REPORT Disaster a disaster exercise will be conducted at the Civic Center which will Exercise entail a moderate interruption of service to the public. COUNCIL Council Member Robinson reminded Council that she has asked COMMENTS General Art Bloomer and his assistant be at one of the upcoming EI Toro Airport study sessions to address EI Toro Airport and the Federal Aviation Agency report. She thanked Costa Mesa Fire Chief Jim Ellis for the disaster preparedness information provided to Council at a study session. She reminded residents that City Council "is the place to contemplate suggestions and ideas outside of redevelopment for those who have attended our redevelopment meetings and have asked about, 'can't we consider other alternatives,' this is the body that considers those alternatives. And if there are some, this is where they should be presented." Downtown Recreation Mayor Pro Tem Dixon thanked the Parks and Recreation staff for Center; Fire the dedication ceremony of the Downtown Recreation Center on Department Expo Saturday, October 13, 2001. She thanked the Fire Department for the Expo held on the 13th, mentioning that rides on the fire trucks were popular. Mayor Cowan congratulated the Public Works Department and the Recreation Division for the design, construction, and dedication of the Downtown Recreation Center. She pointed out that the Center is a $4.3 million capital investment on the west side of Costa Mesa. She expressed disappointment that the Daily Pilot reporters were not present at the dedication. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m. Mayor of the City of Costa Mesa ATTEST: Deputy City Cl k of the City of Costa Mesa