HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/19/2002 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COSTA MESA
FEBRUARY 19, 2002
The City Council of ,the City of Costa Mesa, California, met in
regular session February 19, 2002, at 6:30 p.m., in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, 77 Fair; Drive, Costa Mesa. The meeting
was called to order - by the Mayor, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag led by Mayor Dixon, and invocation by Dave.
Elliott, Vanguard University.
ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Mayor Linda Dixon
Mayor Pro Tem Gary Monahan
Council Member Libby Cowan
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
'Chief of Code Enforcement
Sandra Benson
Parks Project Manager Dave
_Alkema
Police Lieutenant Karl Schuler
Sr. Deputy City Attorney
Marianne Reger
Finance Director Marc Puckett
Assistant to the City Manager
Ann Shultz
Deputy City Clerk Mary Elliott
MINUTES On motion by Council Member Cowan, seconded by Council
December 10, 2001, Member Steel, and carried 5-0, the minutes of the special joint City
January 22 and Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting of December 10, 2001,
February 4, 2002 and regular City Council meetings of January 22 and February 4,
2002, were approved as distributed.
ORDINANCES AND A motion was made, by Council Member Cowan, seconded by
RESOLUTIONS Council Member Robinson, and, carried 5-0, to read all ordinances
and resolutions by title only.
PRESENTATION Mayor Dixon read 'a proclamation recognizing and congratulating
Orange Coast College the Orange Coast College women's water polo team for their 2001
Women's Water Polo California Community College Women's Water Polo State
Team Championship. She presented- the document to the players and
coaches of the team. Council Member Robinson added her
congratulations.
PUBLIC COMMENTS John Feeney, 1154 Dorset Lane, Costa Mesa, addressed the
Anti -Gang Ordinance Buena Park anti -gang: ordinance;, stating his understanding that it is
being revised. He understood that the ordinance does not apply to
minors, but only to adult criminal street gang members. He asked
Council for an indication as to their stance on the ordinance. The
City Manager replied that discussion of this matter is scheduled for
the meeting of March 4, 2002.
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Costa Mesa Job Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa,
Center asked Council to close the Costa Mesa Job Center. He felt that
the Center is being financed by Costa Mesa residents to fill the
labor needs for citizens of Newport Beach. He objected to
Recreation Manager Stacia Mancini and Administrative Services
Director Steve Hayman researching this matter, stating that they
have a predetermined favorable opinion. He felt that the Center
should be investigated as a "City-wide" issue. The City Manager
informed Mr. Millard that this item is scheduled to be discussed at
the meeting of March 18, 2002.
Chris Eric, 1825 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked how the
qualifications of the workers are judged, who pays for their
insurance, who pays the State and Federal taxes, and who sets
the fee scales for the various services, etc. He stated that there
are legitimate businesses for contractors providing the same
service who check for qualifications, pay taxes, and guarantee their
work and the work of their employees. He cited the City's potential
liability, and urged Council to close the Center immediately.
Transportation Relief Heather Somers, 313 Robin Hood Lane, Costa Mesa, asked
and Bus Safety Council to adopt a resolution opposing the passage of the Traffic
Initiative Congestion Relief and Bus Safety initiative which is on the ballot
for the March 5, 2002, election. She reported that the promoters of
the initiative are active lobbyists for the Planning Conservation
League, a subsidiary of the Sierra Club, and stated that the
initiative would redistribute already designated auto sales tax
dollars to hand-picked projects. Ms. Somers noted the most
significant would be to the City of Irvine who would received over
$100 million over the next 13 years for development of the Orange
County Central Park and Nature Preserve, and $30 million for a
Transportation Center.
Victoria Street Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, read a Daily
Traffic Pilot article regarding the traffic on Victoria Street, relating that cars
are backed up to Victoria Elemental School during the morning
commute. He proposed extending 19 h Street to Huntington Beach
to provide an access route beneficial to the community, and
encouraged a study on this subject.
Measure W, the Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights,
"Great Park" commented on the proposed "Great Park" at EI Toro, stating that
an airport is needed, not a park. He encouraged citizens to vote
against the park (Measure W on the March 5, 2002, ballot).
Rex Ricks, Huntington Beach, encouraged voters to vote no on
Measure W.
CONSENT On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by Council
CALENDAR Member Cowan, and carried 5-0, all Consent Calendar items were
MOTION/Approved approved as recommended.
READING FOLDER The following Reading Folder items were received and processed:
Claims Claims received by the Deputy City Clerk: Stacy Green; James
and Julie Kearns; and Kelly Noland.
Alcoholic Beverage Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License requests:
Licenses
Daphne's Greek Cafe, 3030 Harbor Boulevard, Suite H001, for
an original Type 41 ABC License (on -sale beer and wine for a
bona fide eating place).
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WARRANTS
Chevron Station, 2995 Bristol Street, for a person-to-person
transfer of a Type 20 ABC License (off -sale beer and wine).
Tiki Bar, 1700, Placentia Avenue, for a person-to-person
transfer of a Type 48 ABC License (on -sale general for a public
premises).
Sushi Sho, 2263 Fairview Road, Suite J, for a person-to-person
transfer of a Type 41 ABC License (on -sale beer and wine).
The following warrants were approved:
Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1887, funding Payroll 203 for
1887/Payroll 203 $1,841,111.80, and City operating expenses for $464,429.15,
including payroll deductions.
Approved Warrant Warrant Resolution 1888, funding City operating expenses for
1888 $846,708.24.
ADMINISTRATIVE The Support Agreement pursuant to the terms of the License
ACTIONS/Approved Agreement effective March 19, 2002, through March 18, 2003, was
Support Agreement approved with PeopleSoft USA,' Inc., Dept. CH10699, Palatine, IL,
with PeopleSoft USA for an annual amount of $117,886.17, and the City Manager was
authorized to sign the purchase requisition on behalf of the City.
Approved Change Or- Change Order No. 1 was approved for $20,000.00, to the contract
der No. 1 to Contract with Martinez Architects, Inc. (previously known as Martinez +
with Martinez for Amador Architects, IInc.), 8405 Pershing Drive, Suite 201, Playa del
Downtown Recreation Rey, for additional - professional services for the Downtown
Center Services Recreation Center, Project No. '99-16, and the City Manager was
authorized to sign on behalf of the City.
Accepted Work for Lions Park Plaza Improvements and Pool Equipment Building
Lions Park Plaza Access Road, Project No. 01-04, were completed to the
Improvements and satisfaction of the Public Service's Director on February 1, 2002, by
Access Road, Pro- TopLine Construction; Inc., 9272 Russell Street, La Habra. The
ject No 01-04, by work was accepted; the Deputy City Clerk was authorized to file a
TopLine Notice of Completion; ' authorization was given to release retention
monies 35 days thereafter; the Labor and Material Bond was
ordered exonerated 7 months ,thereafter; and the Performance
Bond was ordered exonerated 12 months thereafter.
Awarded Generator Bids received for Replacement of a Generator and Electrical
and Electrical Mod- Modifications/Upgrades at Various Locations, Project No. 01-17,
ifications/Upgrades, are on file in the City 'Clerk's office. The contract was awarded to
Project No. 01-17 Noor Electrical, 1618 Ohms Way, Costa Mesa, for $44,500.00.
PUBLIC HEARING The Deputy City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued
Canopies in Residen- from the meeting of February 4, 2002, to consider an ordinance
tial and Nonresidential amending Title 20 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code regarding the
Zones use of canopies in residential and nonresidential zones.
Environmental Determination: Exempt. The Chief of Code
Enforcement reviewed the Agenda Report dated February 5, 2002.
There being no speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor !Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by
First Reading to Council Member Cowan, and carried 5-0, to give first reading to
Ordinance 02-2 Ordinance 02-2: AN 'ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, ;CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE
20 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE
USE OF CANOPIES IN NON-RESIDENTIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
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ZONES. Second reading and adoption are scheduled for the
meeting of March 4, 2002.
OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of June 18,
Fairview Park Master 2001, public access, interpretative and habitat restoration design in
Plan Planning Areas A, C, and D as provided for in the Fairview Park
Master Plan. The Parks Project Manager summarized the Agenda
Report dated February 11, 2002, and responded to questions from
Council.
Council Member Cowan suggested that Option 1 could be modified
during the design element stage, by directing staff and the
contractor to conduct a public workshop to discuss design options,
including alternative design size and a "no -build" option on the
parking lot.
Robert Graham, 3260 Dakota Avenue, Costa Mesa, felt that
additional community input was "passing the buck", and supported
the current plan for Fairview Park. He commented that access to
the park is a crucial issue which is really not open to debate, noting
that many opportunities for improvements over the years have
been missed.
Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, supported
Option 1, specifically, access for persons who are less able bodied.
She suggested talking to the Orange County Flood Control District
and water quality entities regarding naturalizing the creek in the
park.
Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor Boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa,
thought that the public should be allowed additional input on
access and design. He stated that the park is in its natural state as
it is now.
Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights, thought
that planning a park is more difficult than anticipated, and
questioned the ability of the City of Irvine to develop the "Great
Park".
MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Cowan, seconded by
Option 1 Mayor Dixon, to approve Option 1, approving two public workshops
to be held during the design element stage, approximately July and
August, 2002, during which the design options for the parking lot
shall be discussed; as well as an alternative design, size, a "no
build" option, whether or not the parking lot can be eliminated in
terms of access, and that the parking lot does not necessarily have
to be a concrete or asphalt lot.
Mayor Pro Tem Monahan supported Option 1 but thought that the
design work would not be complete enough for public forums to be
successful, and thought that the public hearing process would
provide an opportunity for the public to speak.
SUBSTITUTE A substitute motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Monahan to
MOTION/To Approve approve Option 1, instructing the consultant to provide other
Option 1 Died alternatives on the trail design, access design, and the parking lot.
The substitute motion died for lack of a second.
The original motion carried 4-1, Mayor Pro Tem Monahan voting
no.
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OLD BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented from the meeting of February 4,
Parking of Oversized 2002, an ordinance regarding the parking of oversized and
Vehicles nonmotorized vehicles in residential districts; and a resolution
amending the bail schedule for violations of Title 10 of the
Municipal Code. Communications were received from David Goss,
2021 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa, opposing the placard system
unless a method can be devised to obtain them without making a
trip to the Police station; Ms. Motta, 2700 Cliff Drive, Newport
Beach, reporting dangerous situations at intersections on the west
side of Santa Ana Avenue between East 17th and Ogle Streets
because of large RV's and ;trucks obstructing the vision of
motorists; Bob Michna, 104' Danbury Lane, Costa Mesa,
supporting the ordinance because of safety issues; and Barbara
Marcks, Post Office Box 10704, Costa Mesa, opposing the
ordinance. The Police Lieutenant reviewed the Agenda Report
dated February 11, 2002. He and the Sr. Deputy City Attorney
responded to questions from Council.
Sandra Genis, 1586 Myrtlewood Street, Costa Mesa, expressed
concern regarding 'electrical cords which extend from a vehicle
across the sidewalk while an RV battery is being recharged. The
Police Lieutenant hoped that a solution such as duct tape would be
used on the cords to protect the ;public.
Russ Niewiarowski, '20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights,
supported the ordinance, indicating his lack of sympathy for RV
owners. He reported that his neighbor owns such a vehicle and
refuses to park it to the rear of his property, despite the access.
He commented that the community should not be inconvenienced
to please three percent of the population.
The following Costa' Mesa residents opposed adoption of the
ordinance: Steve Marx, 3174 Madeira Avenue, felt that he is being
penalized for owning a motorhome; Oran Marksbury, 2273 Colgate
Drive, reported on 'his survey of RV storage facilities; Cassandra
Frizell, no address given, opined that the City is making laws to
further restrict the freedom of residents; Bill Folsom, 2700
Peterson Place, No. 45C, Costa Mesa, reported on a meeting
between himself, Mayor Dixon, and the Police Lieutenant, and
corrected his previous statement that an RV is the only vehicle in
his household; Vicky Moore, Costa Mesa resident, clarified that the
registration must be in her name in order to obtain a permit to park
her RV on the street; David Goss, 2021 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa,
thought that the numbers in the proposed ordinance are confusing,
and addressed sections which he considered not clear; Simon
Horton, 1634 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, asked for clarification of
Section 11(d), and complained that Section 13(g) is unclear,
requesting that the section be rewritten; Sandy Ward, 371 Walnut
Street, Costa Mesa, objected to the permit system; Mrs. G. E.
Buck, 1890 Parkcrest Drive, Costa Mesa, thought that she qualified
as a "hardship" case in order to pay for a storage area, and
proposed forming a committee to resolve the RV issues; a Costa
Mesa resident, felt that there is a lack of information regarding
motorhome complaints; Lou Lelea, 2395 Westminster Avenue,
Costa Mesa, felt that the ordinance discriminates against RV
owners; and a Costa Mesa resident, objected to the permit
process.
The City Manager responded to a question from Mr. Goss by
stating that the ordinance will be posted on the City's website, and
this will be accomplished within one week.
Gayle Lackey, 917 Coronado Drive, Costa Mesa, objected to the
72 -hour limit between issuance of permits for RV parking. The
Police Lieutenant clarified that the 72 -hour limit pertains to the time
between "round trips.
Mayor Dixon clarified that Section 12(a) does not apply to
recreation vehicles, and Section 13(g), 48 RV parking permits
refers to a maximum of 24 round trips, not 3 per month.
Beth Refakes, 320 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, supported the
ordinance, stating that too much focus is placed on RV's, noting
the number of trucks and commercial vehicles parked throughout
the City. She thought that the ordinance would alleviate problems
concerning Newport Beach residents parking their RV's in Costa
Mesa.
Mayor Pro Tem Monahan opposed the ordinance, commenting
that it is not objective nor simple, suggesting that it should punish
abusers, not users, address the affected parties' concerns,
eliminate the red tape, and should not overburden the Police
Department. He asked that the ordinance be simplified and
modified to be more sensitive and friendly to responsible RV
owners. Council Member Robinson clarified that whether the issue
was raised by Council or within the community, there is a concern
regarding recreational vehicles. She commented on the number of
telephone calls she has received from RV owners, and several
non -owners who do not want these vehicles on the road at all. She
stated that because they are not in attendance at the meeting does
not mean that they have not supplied Council with their opinions.
She expressed concern regarding the ordinance as proposed, and
felt that prior to adoption, the issue should be clarified as to
whether two permits are required for an RV towing a boat. She
also asked for clarification of Section 12(a), Section 10-221.6,
"residential or guest parking is needed for a valid purpose...";
Section 13(g), Section 10-221.7, determine whether to use the
term "permits" meaning round trip permits or to use "round trips".
She asked that the issue of a placard displaying the permit,
Section 11(d), should be addressed, as well as conversion to an
automated process. Mayor Dixon stated that, to her
understanding, the City is not currently set up for an automated
system, and thought5 that Council is attempting to be sensitive to
the wants and needs of the RV owners and homeowners. Council
Member Steel stated that the ordinance will enhance property
values and reduce potential accidents. He opposed restrictions on
the number of trips, suggesting that it be increased from 24 to 36
per year, and supported formation of a committee. He
recommended self -policing by the RV owners, and encouraged
staff to investigate additional RV storage within the City.
MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Dixon, seconded by Council
First Reading to Member Cowan, to give first reading to Ordinance 02-3: AN
Ordinance 02-3 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING SECTION
10-185 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
THE PARKING OF OVERSIZED AND NONMOTORIZED
VEHICLES THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND REPEAL AND
REPLACEMENT OF OTHER AFFECTED SECTIONS OF THE
COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, modifying Page 4, Section 7(b)
to read, "Except as expressly provided for herein, RV parking
permits, RV residential identification permits or RV visitor parking
permits shall be issued only to residents of the City.", deleting the
balance of the sentence; asking staff to clarify Section 12(a) (Page
6); deleting Subsection (1) of Section 12(b) (Page 6); asking staff
to define in Section 13 (g) (Page 7), 60 single trips, or 30 round
trips, clarifying that RV parking permits will be issued for a period
of time not to exceed 48 hours,, with a maximum of 3 round trips
per month; to clarify, that only one permit is required to tow a
trailer/boat; and to revisit the ordinance in November, 2002.
Council Member Cowan commented that those RV owners who
abide by the current; laws will not have a problem with the new
ordinance. She felt that the ordinance is a step in the right
direction, stating that Costa Mesa is interested in encouraging
those who store their RV's on City streets to relocate their vehicles.
Council Member Robinson preferred to see the changes prior to
approving the first reading. Mayor Dixon explained that in her
conversations with -RV owners, ,she has ascertained that 72 hours
is an unnecessarily long period of time to prepare for a trip.
The motion carried 3-2, Council Members Monahan and Steel
voting no.
RECESS The Mayor declared -a recess at 8:40 p.m., and reconvened the
meeting at 8:50 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a resolution requesting the Board
JWA Settlement of Supervisors to approve extension of the John Wayne Airport
Agreement Settlement Agreement. A communication was received from
Dianne Russell, 1110 Sandi Lane, Costa Mesa, supporting the
resolution. The City; Manager summarized the Agenda Report
dated February 12, 2002.
Council Member Steel stated that he is against expansion of JWA,
in favor of an airport at EI Toro, and against Measure W. He
questioned voting on this issue- prior to the March, 2002, primary,
and proposed a continuance. The City Manager replied that he
believed that the City'Council desired to forward their opinion to the
County Board of Supervisors prior to the Board's discu"ssing the
issue at their meeting of February 26, 2002. In response to a
question from Mayor Pro Tem Monahan, the City Manager
explained that if there is no negotiated extension of the existing
Settlement Agreement for JWA, then at the end of the year 2005,
the current restrictions relative to the number of departures, annual
passenger limit, cargo flights, etc., except the curfew which is
regulated by a County ordinance, "go away."
Heather Somers, 313 Robin Hood Lane, Costa Mesa, commented
that the alternatives in the resolution are not in compliance with the
regional transportation plan for the entire Southern California area.
She reported that the, Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on
Tuesday, February 26, 2002, 0:30 a.m., but it is not guaranteed
that the Agreement will be on the agenda. She agreed with
Council Member Steel, that a vote should be postponed until after
the March 5, 2002, election.
Russ Niewiarowski, 20102 Kline Drive, Santa Ana Heights,
provided a letter from the Santa Ana Heights Project Advisory
Committee regarding a response to draft EIR No. 582, commenting
that they received a' "cold shoulder' from Newport Beach after
receipt of the letter. He suggested that EI Toro is the solution to
the economic growth 'required in Orange County, with construction
of a reasonable airport which impacts virtually no one with the right
plan. He discussed the environmental impact report, pointing out
that there are many inconsistencies.
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A Santa Ana Heights resident, member of the Project Advisory
Committee, defined his "mission" to ascertain the errors and the
incompleteness of EIR No. 582. He referred to material which he
submitted to the City, noting that it does not cover all that is wrong
with the E.I.R.
Mayor Pro Tem Monahan supported Scenario 1, stating that it may
be the best that we can do at this time. He objected to waiting for
the County to take action, preferring to trust the City Manager's
opinion.
MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by
Resolution 02-14 Council Member Robinson, to adopt Resolution 02-14: A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
a APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOHN WAYNE
AIRPORT SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT CONSISTENT WITH
SCENARIO 1 IN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) 582.
Council Member Steel did not see the need to make this decision
prior to the March primary.
SUBSTITUTE A substitute motion was made by Council Member Steel to
MOTION/To Con- continue this item until after the March 5, 2002, primary. The
tinue Died substitute motion died for lack of a second.
Mayor Pro Tem Monahan encouraged the continued push for an
airport at EI Toro, stating that this measure will protect the City
while moving forward with a long-term solution. Mayor Dixon felt
that it is important to advise the Supervisors that it is unacceptable
to have an increase in flights or passengers at JWA. She
supported retaining the current restrictions, allowing the
Supervisors the negotiation tools to ensure that an unreasonable
expansion is not allowed at the airport. Council Member Cowan
did not believe that the primary vote on Measure W would change
the City's position on JWA or the Settlement Agreement. She
thought that no matter what the outcome of the vote on Measure
W, the City still needs to take a position on the JWA Settlement
Agreement, and felt that the resolution clearly stated the City's
preferences.
The original motion carried 4-1, Council Member Steel voting no.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented the allocation of fiscal year 2001
2001 General Fund General Fund Net Revenue. A communication was received from
Net Revenue Eric Bever, 1046 Westward Way, Costa Mesa, opposing the use of
$500,000.00 in City revenues for after-school programs which
include church -based organizations. The Finance Director
summarized the Agenda Report dated February 12, 2001, and
responded to questions from Council.
Council Member Cowan endorsed Costa Mesa's supporting
programming that benefits the quality of life for children, and
suggested establishing a long-term grant fund. The City Manager
addressed a question from Mayor Pro Tem Monahan regarding the
above by stating that Council may allocate the remaining revenue
balance at any time, and Community Objective FY03, Costa Mesa
Cares long-term grant fund, specifies allocation of $500,000.00
from the Gas Tax Settlement Fund. Council Member Robinson
objected to connecting an objective to a settlement which is
pending, and suggested revisiting Costa Mesa Cares after the
settlement is ensured. The City Manager concurred with Council
Member Cowan and Mayor Pro Tem Monahan that the
$500,000.00 does not need to be appropriated at this time.
Mayor Pro Tem Monahan asked that consideration be given to
rehabilitating the next 10 residential streets (15 having already
been completed). The Public Services Director indicated that he
will have this item on the March 4, 2002, agenda.
Council Member Cowan listed the members of Costa Mesa Cares
as the Newport -Mesa Unified School District, Jane Garland, the
Director of Project Success, the City of Costa Mesa, the YMCA,
Think Together, and the Costa Mesa Boys and Girls Club.
Council Member Steel expressed concern regarding the special
projects net revenue regarding Costa Mesa Cares and the Orange
County Human Relations Commission funding request ($3,700.00
estimated, based on population), suggesting that Costa Mesa
Cares be funded through the private sector. He did not understand
the need for the City to join the Human Relations Commission,
since the City ha's ;a Human Relations Committee. Council
Member Robinson replied that she initiated a community objective
which proposes that the City's Committee work with the Orange
County Human Relations Commission to address the City's
growing loitering problem. Council Member Cowan indicated her
support for the County's Commission, and listed the benefits.
Tom Egan, 1893 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, objected to the City
spending $3,600,000:00 without a public hearing, and suggested
delaying a decision, until public input could be heard. He
addressed the division of church and state, objecting to the City
assisting the YMCA, and proposed restricting after-school
collaboration to nonprofit, nonreligious organizations.
Martin Millard, 2973 Harbor boulevard, No. 264, Costa Mesa,
concurred with Mr. Egan, and, asked to be informed of all the
participants in Costa Mesa Cares. He thought joining the Orange
County Human Relations Committee would be a mistake. Mr.
Millard opposed FY03 Community Objective — Shopping Cart
Removal Services to be funded only if we do not get full
cooperation/funding from stores for the program ($20,000.00),
stating that it should be a "cost of business" for the stores.
Katrina Foley, 2778 Lorenzo Avenue, Costa Mesa, supported the
"Warranted Crossing, Guard for rear entrance to Davis School
($4,500.00)", and urged approval of the Orange County Human
Relations item.
Allan Mansoor, 2973, Harbor Boulevard, No. 406, Costa Mesa,
commented on providing monies to organizations such as Costa
Mesa Cares and the Human Relations Commission, asking what
these groups will do and where the money will be directed. He felt
that children should be the parent's focus, and City money should
be used for City projects.
MOTION/Approved A motion was made ',by Mayor, Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by
Allocations Mayor Dixon, and carried 4-1, Council Member Steel voting no, to
approve the 50 percent CIP Net Revenue ($1,643,000.00
recommended allocation) Nos.' 1 through 4 on Page 4 of the
Agenda Report; and the 15 percent Special Projects Net Revenue
($543,200.00), Nos. 1','2, 4, and 5.
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MOTION/Gave A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by
Directions to Staff Council Member Cowan, and carried 5-0, directing staff to address
at the meeting of March 4, 2002, repair of the next ten residential
streets and replacement of missing links in the City's sidewalks.
The City Manager explained that appropriations for all net revenue
for capital improvements had not been recommended because of
State budget concerns. He indicated that the above two projects
may be addressed at the next Council meeting but would not be
completed until the next fiscal year.
MOTION/Approved A motion was made by Council Member Cowan, seconded by
Recommendation No. Council Member Robinson, and carried 3-2, Council Members
3 Monahan and Steel voting no, to approve Special Project No. 3,
Orange County Human Relations Commission Funding Request
($3,700.00).
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request to appoint members to
Bristol Street Com- the Bristol Street Specific Plan Oversight Committee. The
mittee Appointments Development Services Director reviewed the Agenda Report dated
February 8, 2002, reporting that Council Member Steel,
representing the City Council, had been appointed to the
committee, as well as Planning Commissioner Bill Perkins, and
Parks, Recreation Facilities and Parkways Commissioner Kim
Pederson.
Council Member Steel thought that the committee should contain
female members, perhaps wives of business owners, because they
do the shopping.
MOTION/Appointed A motion was made by Council Member Steel, seconded by
Committee Members Council Member Robinson, and carried 4-1, Council Member
Cowan voting no, to appoint area residents John Batista, Paul
Loubet, Patrick McDonagh, and Brent Millard to the Committee;
and Bristol Street property and/or business owners Gregory
Butcher, Peter Koetting, and Shaheen Sadeghi.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a resolution approving the City of
CEQA Manual Costa Mesa — California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Policies and Procedures Manual.
MOTION/Adopted A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Monahan, seconded by
Resolution 02-15 Mayor Dixon, and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution 02-15: A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY OF COSTA MESA —
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES MANUAL.
NEW BUSINESS The Deputy City Clerk presented a request for waiver of the
"Cruisin for a Cure" $3,794.50 fee for police officers to control traffic and overflow
Fee Waiver parking for "Cruisin for a Cure", September 28, 2002, at the Orange
County Fairgrounds. The Assistant to the City Manager
summarized the Agenda Report dated February 6, 2002. The City
Attorney confirmed for Mayor Pro Tem Monahan that the waiver of
fees is a discretionary action.
Motion to Approve A motion was made by Council Member Steel to waive the fees.
Died The motion died for lack of a second.
MOTION/Continued A motion was made by Council Member Robinson, seconded by
Mayor Dixon, and carried 5-0, directing staff to determine if the
Orange County Fairgrounds are, also waiving fees, and to continue
this item until that information has been received.
COUNCIL Regarding the restriction on gas powered airplanes at Fairview
COMMENTS Park, Council Member . Robinson indicated that there is a
Gas Powered Cars proliferation of gas powered cars and asked that this be addressed.
The Public Services Director replied that Title 12 of the Costa Mesa
Municipal Code, Parks and Recreation, is being updated, and will
be considered by the Parks, Recreation Facilities and Parkways
Commission Wednesday, February 27, 2002. He advised that this
section contains an item on gas powered vehicles.
Habitat for Humanity Council Member Cowan congratulated Habitat for Humanity for the
dedication of the three new homes on Del Mar Avenue on Sunday,
February 17, 2002.
Senior Artists Show- Mayor Dixon announced that the Senior Center will be presenting
case their fourth annual Artists Showcase on March 8 and 9, 2002. She
suggested contacting the Senior Center for more information.
Mayor Dixon congratulated Chief Snowden for being selected as
Volunteer Acknow- one of the volunteers of the year by the Orange County Volunteer
ledgement Center. She stated that Sunday, March 3, 2002, is Banner Day,
one of the eight freedom days the City observes, along with
Banner Day Memorial Day, Flag Day, the City Incorporation, Independence
Day, Labor Day, Constitution Day, and Veterans Day. She
reported that Banner Day recognizes the date that the Star
Spangled Banner became the United States National Anthem.
ADJOURNMENT The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m',,,,
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