HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/04/2014 - City Council - Successor Agency - Redevelopment AgencyMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL, AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MARCH 4, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Costa
Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member
Leece, Council Member Genis and Council Member Monahan
Council Members Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into closed session at 4:35 p.m. to consider the following items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employee Association
(CMCEA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
2. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Police Officers Association
(CMPOA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
3. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Ress Financial Corporation, a
California Corporation v. Thomas Hewko, an individual, and City of Costa Mesa, a public
entity, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2013-00661459-CU-OR-CJC,
pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
Mayor Righeimer and Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger recused themselves from Closed Session
item number 2 due to a possible conflict.
The City Council reconvened at 6:16 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:15)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:30) — Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:00:50)
Pastor Mike Gibson, Christ Lutheran Church and School
ROLL CALL (00:02:21)
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Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Leece, Council
Member Genis and Council Member Monahan.
Absent: None
Officials Present: Chief Executive Officer Thomas R. Hatch, City Attorney Thomas Duarte,
Assistant Chief Executive Officer Rick Francis, Assistant Chief Executive Officer/Administrative
Services Director Tamara Letourneau, Economic and Development Services Director Gary
Armstrong, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City Clerk Brenda Green.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:02:34)
City Attorney Duarte reported on Closed Session item 3:
(5-0 vote) — City Council approved a settlement wherein the City would receive $121,000 dollars.
• COIN: Ex Parte Communications pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2-238 (b) - None
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:02:50)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the community.
PRESENTATIONS (00:05:19)
Colin McCarthy and Ron Amburgey of Costa Mesa United provided a financial report on grant
monies for Costa Mesa United.
Arbor Day "March 7, 2014" Presentation by Jerry Klemer, Arbor Day Chairman, Rotary Club of
Newport -Balboa.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:13:00)
Scott Morlan, Costa Mesa, spoke on an article in the Orange County Register. (00:13:40)
Chuck Perry, Costa Mesa, spoke on behalf of Jean McMann and thanked the Mayor for helping
Anchor Trailor Park. (00:14:45)
Lisa Morlan, Costa Mesa, spoke on group homes and properties that exhibit nuisance behaviors
and inquired on the task force. (00:15:45)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke on in -fill projects; and spoke on parking and density.
(00:18:00)
Phil Morello, Costa Mesa, spoke on behalf of the Wallace Area Improvement Group; and spoke
on efforts and accomplishments of neighborhood cleanup. (00:20:25)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, spoke on the cost of police officer recruitments. (00:23:50)
Margaret Mooney, Costa Mesa, expressed support for City employees and the Police
department; and spoke on the Mayor's comments on an article in the Orange County Register.
(00:27:47)
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Kim Hendricks, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding Fairview Park. (00:30:59)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Park's and Recreation Commission Field Allocation.
(00:33:00)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on police staffing, recruitment and retention. (00:35:05)
COUNCIL MEMBER' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (00:38:20)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger thanked the reserve officers and Costa Mesa United for their efforts.
(00:38:30)
Council Member Genis spoke on Mr. Morlan's comments; requested a report on nuisance
citations; announced the basketball tournament and a Community Fair at Lions Park on March
15th; the Fairgrounds Open House on March 11th 2014; Planting Day at Fairview Park on March
16th, 2014; spoke on March as Women's History month and March 8th, 2014 as International
Women's Day; and acknowledged Norma Hertzog for being the first woman Council Member.
(00:39:50)
Council Member Leece spoke on the committee recruitments; thanked Costa Mesa United for
their presentation; announced a Relay for Life event and the Mayor's breakfast on March 14th,
2014; spoke on field usage; spoke on traffic and density concerns; asked staff to update pictures
in the Urban Master Plan; spoke on group homes; thanked Mr. Morello; spoke on the vernal
pools; and spoke on Police Department staffing and an article in the Orange County register.
(00:42:50)
Council Member Monahan (00:54:00) — None
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the Preserve Our Neighborhood Committee; spoke on group homes;
announced the names of the members to serve on the Committee: Lisa Morlan, Tim Sesler, Keri
McCarthy, Larry Weichman, Jeremy Broderick, Scott McCave, and Joe McGreevy; spoke on the
Police Department and staffing levels; the helicopter program; police contract pay increase;
pension costs, and support for the Police Department. (00:54:55)
REPORT -CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (01:08:55)
CEO Thomas Hatch spoke on providing office space to veterans at the Westside substation;
spoke on field usage concerns from neighbors at Vanguard University; provided a motel and
group homes status update; and spoke on employee recruitments and staffing levels.
Director of Public Services Ernesto Munoz spoke regarding alleys, grants and the vernal pools.
(01:14:45)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (01:25:14)
MOTION: Approved recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 8 except
for Items 6, 7 and 8.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro
Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF
ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
THAT APPEAR ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND
FURTHER READING WAIVED
ACTION:
City Council waived reading in full of Ordinances and Resolutions and approval and
adoption of same by reading title only.
2. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Lloyd Collins; David DeMarco; David Calvin; and
Elizabeth Wood.
ACTION: Received and filed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2510: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 14-04 AND SPECIFYING THE
FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding Payroll No. 14-04 for
$2,034,031.11 and City operating expenses for $1,453,522.45.
ACTION: City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2510, to be read by title only and
further reading waived.
4. PARK AVENUE ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 10), BAKER STREET ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 44),
AND FULLERTON AVENUE ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 104) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT —
CITY PROJECT NO. 13-03
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted the work performed by Grigolla & Sons Construction Company,
Inc. and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and
2. Authorized to Release the Labor and Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing
date; release the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date; and
release the retention monies 35 days after the Notice of Completion filing date.
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5. REFUND OF CASH DEPOSIT IN CONNECTION WITH ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO.
PS13-00456 FOR PARKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AT 3180 AIRWAY AVENUE, COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA
ACTION:
City Council approved the refund of cash deposit in connection with Encroachment Permit
No. PS13-00456 in the amount of $18,896.59 to Synder Langston, 17962 Cowan, Irvine,
CA 92614.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — (01:25:50)
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CO -13-04 AMENDING TITLE 13, CHAPTERS I, IV, AND V
RELATED TO DEFINITIONS, LAND USE MATRIX AND NEW ARTICLE 13-42
Staff report provided by Minoo Ashabi, Principal Planner. (01:25:55)
Discussion ensued regarding a letter received from the Building Industry Association (BIA);
minimum open space; automatic roll up doors; rear yards for one story developments;
requirements for Homeowners and Maintenance Associations; existing zoning; and CEQA
exemption. (01:38:16)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke on neighborhoods, open space, and tandem parking.
(01:49:27)
Peter Nagavi, San Clemente, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (01:52:33)
Colin McCarthy, Costa Mesa, spoke on a BIA meeting regarding small lot ordinances; spoke
spoke on density; parking; deviations; variations; homeownership opportunities; and
expressed support for the Ordinance. (01:55:14)
Chris Kerstner, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding living space and backyards; and HOA fees.
(01:58:35)
Victor Cao, BIA, spoke in support of the small lot Ordinance. (02:00:35)
Mary Godwin, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:03:50)
Emily McKenzie, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:07:30)
Peter Zehnder, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:12:05)
Margaret Mooney, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:13:40)
Jennifer Robbins, Costa Mesa, spoke to an issue at her residence and expressed concerns
regarding building, health and safety violations. (02:16:00)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:20:05)
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Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:23:22)
Chad Brown, Irvine, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:26:30)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:29:05)
Matt Hamilton, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:31:15)
Bryan Coggins, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:32:35)
Discussion ensued on driveway width and a housing needs assessment. (02:34:40)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Righeimer/Council Member Monahan (02:37:20)
Mayor Righeimer expressed concern with tandem parking in garages. (02:37:24)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on homeownership opportunities and parking. (02:41:28)
Council Member Genis spoke on the reduction of open space; windows; distance between
buildings; opposed to the 10 foot setbacks; spoke on tandem parking; the 5 foot
encroachment; an environmental determination; and CEQA training for staff. (02:43:23)
Council Member Leece expressed concern with traffic noise; overcrowding; reducing open
space; and does not support the item. (02:47:11)
MOTION: To approve as recommended, with one change regarding no tandem parking.
(02:50:20)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Righeimer/Council Member Monahan
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried: 3-2
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave first reading of Ordinance No. 14-04, to be read by title only
and waived further reading, adding new regulations for small lot subdivisions in multiple
family residential zones and urban plan areas and no tandem parking.
Break- 9:05-9:18 p.m.
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2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING DIVISION'S ZONING APPROVAL OF
BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION (BC13-00844) FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS
TO THE FIRST AND SECOND STORY OF AN EXISTING TWO-STORY RESIDENCE
(03:01:44)
Staff report provided by Antonio Gardea, Senior Planner. (03:02:35)
Michael York, attorney representing the two Appellants, indicated that he submitted a letter;
spoke on the impact of the second story addition and extension on the subject property.
(03:10:00)
George Youssef, Costa Mesa, requested denial of the proposed application. (03:15:15)
Marcia Young, Costa Mesa, spoke on the impacts the proposed additions will have on her
privacy and light. (03:21:40)
Discussion ensued on the existing deck; square footage; and open space ratio. (03:24:49)
Craig Holiday, applicant, spoke on his intent of expanding and improving his house; spoke
on the tree removal; zero lot line regulations; and demonstrated photographs of impacts to
his neighbors. (03:26:47)
Michael York, Attorney representing two Appellants, spoke on the impacts of privacy, light,
air and view to Ms. Young's property. (03:37:09)
Discussion ensued on adding a tree as a condition; approval from the HOA and
architectural review board; and mitigating the loss of light. (03:38:52)
MOTION: To uphold the Planning Division's zoning approval with the condition of adding a
tree or screening. (03:46:10)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Discussion ensued on the lot size; open space; and the zero lot line. (03:46:40)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved Resolution No. 14-13, to be read by title only and waived further
reading, upholding the Planning Commission's decision to affirm the Planning Divisions
zoning approval to allow construction of first and second story additions to an existing two-
story residence subject to conditions of approval.
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3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, TO UPHOLD THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S ACTION AND TO
APPROVE PLANNING APPLICATION MASTER PLAN PA -13-21, AND TENTATIVE
TRACT MAP 17658 FOR DEVELOPMENT OF 36 -UNIT LIVEIWORK AND RESIDENTIAL
PROJECT AT 2023, 2025 AND 2027 PLACENTIA AVENUE (03:48:35)
Staff presentation provided by Minoo Ashabi, Principal Planner. (03:49:08)
Discussion ensued on the visibility clearance; the use of the building; existing traffic; and
structures at the westerly edge of the site. (03:58:35)
Council Member Genis inquired on placing a condition of a no roof deck; and inquired on
vapor soil studies. (04:01:20)
Principal Planner Ashabi stated that the building is not designed for roof decks. (04:01:49)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, spoke on soil vapors and a health risk assessment. (04:03:16)
Council Member Genis inquired on how to protect the neighbors from toxic materials in the
soil. (04:03:56)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures; indicated that the Department of Health ensures they follow
standards; indicated that they work with AQMD and that a full abatement is done prior to
demolition. (04:05:15)
Council Member Genis inquired on the provision of park fees; and inquired if the City is
actively seeking any sites. (04:05:34)
Public Services Director Munoz indicated that park needs and possible open spaces is part
of the Open Space Master Plan update. (04:06:41)
Council Member Genis asked if an environmental analysis was done for a structure of over
30 feet. (04:07:15)
Principal Planner Minoo indicated that with the revised plan there are no impacts to the
residential properties. (04:08:05)
Stephanie Leiter, Appellant Representative, indicated that the owners object to this site
plan; spoke on the shared driveway by easement; trip generation; zoning approval
impacting her clients property rights; access in and out to Placentia; reconfiguring the site in
a different way; and urged not to approve the plan. (04:09:00)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, displayed an aerial photo of the site, existing site conditions, and
surrounding uses; spoke on traffic, community outreach meetings, plan revisions and the
current site plan. (04:18:23)
Discussion ensued regarding parking spaces; easements; square footage; open space; and
garages. (04:27:20)
Tamar Goldmann, spoke on the size of the work space; noise; and density. (04:34:14)
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Discussion regarding deviations. (04:37:15)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (04:40:40)
Mayor Righeimer stated he is in favor of the newly proposed plan. (04:41:35)
Discussion regarding the driveway approach. (04:41:50)
Stephanie Leiter, Appellant Representative, indicated that her client's preference is the
original plan. (04:43:10)
Council Member Genis stated she will not support the motion; spoke on setbacks;
workspace; and ratio of open to enclosed parking. (04:45:00)
Council Member Leece expressed concern on the joint use of the road; and indicated that
she will not support the motion. (04:46:15)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on parking standards; vehicles backing out; and the easement.
(04:46:45)
Council Member Leece spoke on the deviations. (04:49:25)
Mayor Righeimer expressed support with the revised plan. (04:50:00)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried: 3-2
(04:50:52)
ACTION:
City Council approved Resolution No. 14-14, to be read by title only and waived further
reading, upholding the Planning Commission's decision to approve the proposed project,
described below:
The proposed project involves development of 30 three-story live/work units and six two-
story residential units at 2023, 2025, and 2027 Placentia Avenue. The project proposal
includes the following:
1. Adoption of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
2. Planning Application PA -13-21 — Urban Master Plan for development of a 36 -unit
live/work and residential project on two industrial zoned parcels within the Mesa West
Bluffs Urban Plan Area. The project includes the following deviations:
• Deviation from live/work standards to allow six residential units with no workspace;
and
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• Deviation from the minimum work space requirement for 24 units (250 SF required,
118 SF proposed for 24 units); and
• Deviation from rear setback requirement abutting residential zone (20 feet required,
10 feet proposed for first floor); and
3. Tentative Tract Map 17658 — Subdivision of a 1.88 -acre property for condominium
purposes to allow private sale and ownership of the 36 live/work and residential units.
OLD BUSINESS (04:50:56)
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 11-15 TO CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL) OF TITLE 11
(OFFENSES -MISCELLANEOUS) OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE,
RELATING TO REWARDS FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST AND
CONVICTION OF PERSONS VANDALIZING CITY PROPERTY (04:50:57)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (04:51:40)
Council Member Leece spoke on an inquiry made by a resident regarding incorporation of
private property into the Ordinance; and asked to post information on crime stoppers on
the website. (04:51:50)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger inquired on the steps to incorporate the language of private
property in the Ordinance. (04:53:13)
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: To add Public Property. (04:55:32)
MOVED: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion died for a lack of a second
ORIGINAL MOTION: For second reading of Ordinance (04:55:40)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave second reading of Ordinance No. 14-02, to be read by
title only and waived further reading, relating to rewards for information leading to the
arrest and conviction of persons vandalizing City property.
Mayor Righeimer requested a private property Ordinance. (04:55:56)
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1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER XIII TO TITLE 11 OF THE COSTA MESA
MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SEX OFFENDERS PROHIBITED FROM CITY
PARKS AND SPORTS FACILITIES (04:56:17)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave second reading of Ordinance No. 14-03, to be read by
title only and waived further reading, which repeals Chapter XIII to Title 11 of the Costa
Mesa Municipal Code relating to Sex Offenders Prohibited from City Parks and Sports
Facilities.
NEW BUSINESS - NONE
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (04:56:35)
6. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS FOR THE BICYCLE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM PROJECTS (04:56:45)
Council Member Genis inquired on an archeological monitor for work at Fairview Park;
and spoke on the drainage for vernal pools. (04:56:44)
Council Member Leece inquired on the location and operation of the Placentia Avenue
signal. (04:57:20)
Public Services Director Munoz spoke on the purpose of the signal; visibility of the signal
and safety. (04:58:00)
Cindy Black, Costa Mesa, spoke on the bicycle path; the vernal pools; parking; and
removal of vegetation. (04:59:30)
Director of Public Services Munoz spoke on the bicycle trail; and the water shed.
(05:00:00)
Council Member Leece inquired if in compliance with the Master Plan. (05:02:00)
Director of Public Services Munoz responded yes. (05:02:10)
Council Member Genis spoke on the water puddles on the trail; and consulting with Fish
and Wildlife. (05:02:15)
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (05:03:25)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved Cooperative Agreements between the City of Costa Mesa and
the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for four (4) Bicycle Corridor
Improvement (BCI) Program projects; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the above agreements.
7. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF THE CITYWIDE
SCHOOL ZONE TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT (05:03:48)
Council Member Genis asked if the Master Plan will include more schools; and spoke on
Wilson Elementary not being included. (05:03:50)
Director of Public Services Munoz spoke on grant application eligibility for improvements;
and indicated that many improvements will affect Wilson Elementary. (05:04:04)
Council Member Leece inquired on including Wilson Elementary. (05:05:30)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Mayor Pro
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
Tem Mensinger (05:05:50)
Council Member Monahan, Mayor
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement to KOA Corporation, 2141
W. Orangewood Avenue, Suite A, Orange, CA 92868, in the amount of $63,500; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement.
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8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE EVENT ROUTE AND STREET CLOSURES FOR
THE 2014 ORANGE COUNTY MARATHON (05:06:02)
Mayor Righeimer recused himself as he indicated that he sold the organization furniture.
(05:06:10)
Discussion ensued on donations to City programs. (05:06:30)
Director of Public Services Munoz indicated that the marathon does contribute funding to
charities and schools; and the applicant will be fully reimbursing the City. (05:07:55)
Council Member Leece spoke on advertising for the event. (05:08:52)
Director of Public Services Munoz spoke on community outreach; and written notifications
to those impacted. (05:09:12)
Council Member Leece inquired if the money is going to Costa Mesa organizations.
(05:11:28)
Gary Kutcher, OC Marathon Director, spoke on fees associated with this event;
scholarships to Costa Mesa students; hotels being reserved for the event; and keeping
impacts to a minimum. (05:12:00)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, and
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Nays: None
Recused: Mayor Righeimer
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION:
City Council adopted Resolution No. 14-12, to read by title only and waived further
reading, designating the event route for the 2014 Orange County (OC) Marathon and
approved the temporary street closures for May 4, 2014, as requested for the 2014 OC
Marathon.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS — (05:15:30)
Cindy Black, Costa Mesa, spoke on the grant announcement for the 19th street bike path; and on
the Talbert Park bike path. (05:15:53)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS ON CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
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ADJOURNMENT
the meeting at 11:34 p.m.
CITY CLERK - -
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