12/12/2000 - Council Minutes - CC Minutes Reg Meeting
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 9, 2001
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
OF A REGULAR MEETING December 12, 2000
The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on December 12,2000 at 4:30 p.m.
in a Regular Meeting in the Council Chambers, 300 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange, California.
4:30 P.M. SESSION
1. OPENING
1.1 INVOCATION
Given by Pastor Joe Magliato, Son Light Christian Center
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Mayor Murphy
1.3 ROLL CALL
PRESENT - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
ABSENT - None
1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS
(C2500.J.4.18)
The following employees were recognized with Employee Service Recognition Awards:
Helen Bell, Finance; Anthony Bui, Finance; Janice McGovney, Community Services;
Sheryn Mauerhan, Police; Billy Hill, Water; James Burgan, Police; Thomas Figueroa,
Community Services; Marilyu Evans, Police; Mike Spurgeon, City Council.
The Mothers Against Drunk Driving (M.A.D.D.) Deuce Awards were presented by Chris
Hillman to Police Officers Mike Starnes, Armando Plascencia and Scott Salkoff for their
efforts in arresting a significant number of drunk drivers.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mara Brandman, address on file, submitted a letter from Stewart and Anita McGuinnes
regarding lighting problems at the Wilderness Homeowners Association horse arena.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are enacted by one motion
approving the recommended action listed on the Agenda. Any member of the City
Council, staff or the public may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar
for discussion or separate action. Unless otherwise specified in the request to remove an
item from the Consent Calendar, all items removed shall be considered immediately
following action on the remaining items on the Consent Calendar.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.1 Declaration of City Clerk, Cassandra J. Cathcart, declaring posting of City Council
agenda of a regular meeting of December 12, 2000 at Orange Civic Center, Main
Library at 101 N. Center Street, Police facility at 1107 North Batavia, the
Eisenhower Park Bulletin Board, and summarized on Time-Warner
Communications, all of said locations being in the City of Orange and freely
accessible to members of the public at least 72 hours before commencement of said
regular meeting.
ACTION: Accepted Declaration of Agenda Posting and authorized its retention as a
public record in the Office of the City Clerk.
3.2 Request Council Confirmation of warrant registers dated November 22 and 30,
2000.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.3 Request approval of City Council Minutes, Regular Meeting of November 28, 2000
and Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 5, 2000.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.4 Consideration to waive reading in full of all ordinances on the Agenda.
ACTION:
Approved.
AGREEMENTS
3.5 Amendment No. A-I to Cooperative Agreement No. 12-407 with California
Department of Transportation (Caltrans) regarding upgraded landscaping at
several interchanges along the SR-55 Freeway. (AZI00.0 AGR-3558.A.l)
SUMMARY: In order to achieve earlier a more aesthetically pleasing landscaping along
the SR-55 Freeway, after the completion of the current construction project, the City
agreed to contribute financially an amount not to exceed $240,000 for upgraded
landscaping along several interchanges. However, the latest cost estimates from the
contractors necessitate that the amount be increased to $250,000. Amendment No. A-I to
Agreement No. 12-407 authorizes this increase:
ACTION: Approved Amendment No. A-I to Caltrans Cooperative Agreement No. 12-
407; and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is $250,000 appropriated in Account No. 910-9810-485100-
3810 (SR-55 Landscaping) for this activity.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
APPROPRIATIONS
3.6 Appropriation from Federal Asset Forfeiture funds to upgrade the budgeted
replacement of five Kawasaki motorcycles to five BMW motorcycles. (C2500.K)
SUMMARY: The Police Department is scheduled to replace five Kawasaki motorcycles
in FY 2000-01. The Department is proposing to upgrade these replacements to BMW
motorcycles due to increased safety features, reliability and performance. The cost to
purchase five BMW's is $93,148. There is $46,940 budgeted to cover the cost of
replacing five Kawasaki's. The additional $46,208 will be budgeted from Federal Asset
Forfeiture funds.
ACTION: Appropriated $46,208 to account 355-4041-491200 (Federal Asset Forfeiture
- Traffic Services - Transfers) for transfer to Fleet Services Vehicle Replacement Fund to
upgrade the budgeted replacement of five Kawasaki motorcycles to BMW motorcycles;
Appropriated $46,508 to 720-5023-472102 (Equipment Replacement - Fleet Services -
Motor Vehicle Replacements) for the expenditure; and authorized the purchase of the
BMW motorcycles from A & S Motorcycles under the California Highway Patrol
contract.
FISCAL IMPACT: Umeserved fund balance is available in the Federal Asset Forfeiture
account to fund this appropriation.
BIDS
3.7 Award of Bid Nos. 001-11, 001-12, 001-13 and 001-14 for custodial services at city
buildings and city park restrooms. (AZI00.0 AGR-3649)
SUMMARY: The current custodial services contract has been in place for three years and
was scheduled for re-bid. The revised requirements for custodial services at city buildings
and city park restrooms were divided into four new bid documents to facilitate contract
administration and performance measurement.
ACTION: Allowed withdrawal of bids from Empire Building Maintenance Co. for Bid Nos.
001-11 and 001-12. Awarded Bid No. 001-11 to Merchants Building Maintenance Co. in
the amount of $71,278.20 for custodial services at the Civic Center. Awarded Bid Nos.
001-12,001-13 and 001-14 to American Services Inc. in the amount of $96,635.60 for
custodial services at the Police Headquarters and Corporation Yard Buildings, City Park
Restrooms and Various City Buildings; and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute on behalf of the city.
FISCAL IMPACT: The new bid amounts are less than the current custodial contract and
less than the funds currently appropriated in the FY 00/01 department budgets for
custodial services. Sufficient funds in the amount of $167,913.80 are budgeted and
available in the ten department funds used for custodial services.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.8
CLAIMS
(C3200.0)
The City Attorney recommends that the Orange City Council deny the following
Claim(s) for damages:
a. Strawberry Farms Golf Course
b. Systems Integrated
c. Charles Williams
d. Kay Millhorn
e. Ann and Marshall Feduk
f. Sharon Lehrnuth
ACTION: Denied Claim(s) for damages and referred to City Attorney and Adjuster
CONTRACTS
3.9 Award of Professional Services Contract - Hydrogeologic Services for Well No. 26
located at 218 City Boulevard West. (A2100.0 AGR-3651)
SUMMARY: This contract authorized the consultant to prepare technical specifications,
bid proposal documents, and an operations report. The contract also authorizes the
consultant to provide construction and testing services.
ACTION: Awarded a contract in the amount of $44,255.00 to Richard Slade &
Associates, 6442 North Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Suite 214, North Hollywood, CA
91606, and authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted and available in Account 601-8011-484101-
8118 of $44,255.00 (Well No. 26 Construction)
3.10 Mills Act Contract #MAC-48.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZI00.0 AGR-3652)
NOTE: Councilman Alvarez abstained on this item due to a business conflict
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a historic commercial
property within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Applicant requests approval for
Mills Contract for property located within a redevelopment project area. Estimated costs
associated with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the
(minimum 10 year) term of this contract total $43,025. Location: 254 S. Glassell Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $283
per year.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.11 Mills Act Contract #MAC-54.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AIOO.O AGR-3653)
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $111,400. Location: 212 S. Orange Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $194
per year.
3.12 Mills Act Contract #MAC-56.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZI00.0 AGR-3654)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term ofthis contract total $24,375. Location: 191 S. Harwood Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $310
per year.
3.13 Mills Act Contract #MAC-65.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZI00.0 AGR-3655)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $50,420. Location: 294 N. Orange Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $212
per year.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.14 Mills Act Contract #MAC-66.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZIOO.O AGR-3656)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $48,095. Location: 151 S. Harwood Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $106
per year.
3.15 Mills Act Contract #MAC-70.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZIOO.O AGR-3657)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $23,875. Location: 148 N. Waverly Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $187
per year.
3.16 Mills Act Contract #MAC-71.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZIOO.O AGR-3658)
NOTE: Councilman Alvarez abstained on this item due to a business conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District (property is zoned OP - Office
Professional). Estimated costs associated with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance
performed by the owner for the (minimum 10 year) term of this contract total $53,645.
Location: 345 S. Glassell Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $172
per year.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.17 Mills Act Contract #MAC-73.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(A2100.0 AGR-3659)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $24,600. Location: 430 E. Palmyra Avenue
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $212
per year.
3.18 Mills Act Contract #MAC-74.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZI00.0 AGR-3660)
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $70,025. Location: 458 S. Grand Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $289
per year.
3.19 Mills Act Contract #MAC-75.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZI00.0 AGR-3661)
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $43,275. Location: 505 E. Washington Avenue
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $178
per year.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.20 Mills Act Contract #MAC-76.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(A2100.0 AGR-3662)
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $42,945. Location: 536 E. Palmyra Avenue
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $193
per year.
3.21 Mills Act Contract #MAC-77.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZIOO.O AGR-3663)
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $53,700. Location: 231 N. Grand Street
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $242
per year.
3.22 Mills Act Contract #MAC-80.0-00 (Historic Property Preservation Agreement).
(AZIOO.O AGR-3664)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to a property interest conflict.
SUMMARY: A proposal to approve a Mills Act Contract for a single family, historic
residence within the Old Towne Orange Historic District. Estimated costs associated
with the repair, rehabilitation and maintenance performed by the owner for the (minimum
10 year) term of this contract total $50,300. Location: 548 E. Washington Avenue
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated property tax loss to the City is approximately $153
per year.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
GRANTS
3.23 California Law Enforcement Equipment Program (CLEEP) High Technology Grant
(C2500.K)
NOTE: Mayor Murphy abstained on this item due to an employment conflict.
SUMMARY: State Budget Act Item 9210-106-0001, Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2000,
has provided a one-time grant to local law enforcement agencies for the purchase of high-
technology equipment. The City of Orange was awarded $144,731. The Department
would like to purchase equipment in the amount of$62,951 with these funds.
ACTION: Approved the Police Department's request to use the CLEEP funds for
equipment purchases related to law enforcement and appropriate $62,951 to account
number 100-4011-471301-2254 (General Fund-Police Administration-State Grants-
CLEEP High Technology Grant).
FISCAL IMPACT: The City of Orange was awarded $144,731 through the CLEEP High
Technology Grant. The funds were received on September 12, 2000 and are deposited in
revenue account 100-4011-262900-2254.
RESOLUTIONS
3.24 RESOLUTION NO. 9369
(A2100.0 AGR-3576)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange finally accepting the completion
of a certain public work and improvement; Bid No. 990-21; S-193; Peter C. David Co.,
Eckhoff Street and Sycamore Avenue Sewer Improvements.
ACTION: Approved.
3.25 RESOLUTION NO. 9371
(AZIOO.O AGR-3591)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange finally accepting the completion
of a certain public work and improvement; Bid No. 990-48; SP-3311; SRD Construction;
Woodwind Avenue Storm Drain and Deep Spring Road Sidewalk Access.
ACTION: Approved.
3.26 RESOLUTION NO. 9372
(C2500.J.3)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving and adopting the Final
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program and establishing an overall annual
goal of 10% for Federal Fiscal Year 2001.
ACTION: Approved.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
TRACT MAP
(THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED AND HEARD SEPARATELY)
3.27 Request Council approve the Final Map for Tract No. 16129. (T4000.0 TR 16129)
SUMMARY: A request by Sun Cal Companies that the City Council approve the Final
Map for Tract No. 16129. This project is the first phase of the Serrano Heights
Development approved by Council as part of Tentative Tract Map 14360 in the easterly
portion of the development. All plans have been approved, fees paid and bonds posted
to guarantee improvements.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
NOTE: A request to continue this item to January 23, 2001 was submitted by Sun Cal
Companies.
Councilman Slater asked about reports of an encroachment onto County parklands from
development grading, causing problems with drainage and water run off.
The City Manager reported the City does not regulate County properties, but they have
scheduled a meeting for later that week to discuss drainage issues and how it is affecting
County parklands. He pointed out the City was made aware of these problems only that
day.
Shirley Grindle, address on file, asked the City Council to cooperate with the County in
resolving grading and drainage issues created by Sun Cal Companies. She read a letter
addressed to Sun Cal itemizing problems that need to be resolved and requested the final
tract map approval be delayed until these issues are resolved.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to continue a decision on Final Map for Tract No. 16129 until January 23, 2001.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Councilman Alvarez abstained on Items 3.10 and 3.16. Councilman Slater abstained on
Items 3.12, 3.13, 3.14, 3.15, 3.17 and 3.22. Mayor Murphy abstained on Item 3.23. Item
3.27 was removed and heard separately. All remaining items on the Consent Calendar
were approved as recommended.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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4. REPORTS FROM MAYOR MURPHY
Pedestrian Safety - Mayor Murphy commented on reports about pedestrian safety on Prospect
Street and suggested City staff develop an assessment to improve safety in this area. He
suggested the City Traffic Commission review this item at their January meeting and then have it
brought back to Council the end of January.
Councilmember Coontz suggested pedestrian and bicycle safety be studied across the City,
including a review of demographic information, the relationship to school activities and stressed
the need for better education programs in the schools.
The City Manager pointed out the Department of Public Works has already begun to gather
information on this issue. The Traffic Commission does not have a regularly scheduled meeting
in January, but a special meeting can be called, and then a report will be brought back to Council
as soon as possible.
In Memory of Furman Roberts - Mayor Murphy announced former City Attorney, Furman B.
Roberts had recently passed away. The Council will adjourn this meeting in his memory.
5. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilman Alvarez directed the City Clerk to agendize a report from him on the Growth
Management Area Committee, Area 4, for January 9, 2001.
6. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS - None.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
7.1 Report from the Director of Community Development and City Attorney on R-2-6
zoning within the Low Density General Plan designation in Old Towne. (ZI500.0)
NOTE: Councilman Slater abstained on this item due to property ownership at 222 E. LaVeta.
SUMMARY: Although the R-2-6 is not legally inconsistent with the Low Density Residential
General Plan areas of Old Towne, it does create uncertainty and significant debate over infill
projects when a second unit is proposed. Currently there is a proposal for a second unit at 475
South Grand Street which has prompted many of the property owners/residents of the 300 and
400 blocks of South Grand Street to request a rezoning to R-l and to further request the
placement of a moratorium on second unit development.
The Director of Community Development reported this item was continued from the November
28th meeting for more detailed information on the work plan of the study and a possible
moratorium. With regard to the work plan, staff is recommending a study be conducted for the
southeast quadrant of the Old Towne area since most property in question is in this area. Staff
will gather data and conduct workshops with neighborhood residents. A full study of the area
should be completed by September or October of 2001. If a study is done only on the 300 and
400 blocks of South Grand, that could be done as Phase I and completed by March or April of
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
2001. A moratorium can be implemented if it is determined that additional development could
adversely affect the health, safety and welfare of the area. However, a moratorium may not
restrict projects currently in process.
Council discussed the timing of a moratorium, whether there is sufficient evidence to support a
moratorium and whether to look at the entire quadrant or just the two-block area.
Staff pointed out an urgency moratorium needs to be adopted by a 4/5 vote, and can be adopted
and put into place immediately. It is adopted for an initial period of 45 days, but can be extended
for an additional year. Staff would have to review development that has occurred over the last
year to determine if there are findings that would support a moratorium. However, once an
application in process is deemed "complete," it can not be affected by a moratorium. Also, a
study of just the two-block area is large enough so as not to constitute spot zoning.
Mary Matusak, 340 S. Grand, spoke in favor ofrezoning and a moratorium on second units; and
expressed concern over the application currently in process at 475 S. Grand.
The City Attorney explained once a property owner has entitlements to build, those entitlements
become property rights and can not be taken away without due process and compensation. A
moratorium can not be used to stop a project which has been deemed complete, and apply new
standards that were not in place at the time the application was deemed complete.
Luis Caballero, 487 S. Grand, stated the current project at 475 S. Grand is in the early stages of
the application process and will be detrimental to the neighborhood.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
ABSTAIN- Slater
Moved to direct staff to initiate a zone change and General Plan study within the 300 and 400
blocks of South Grand Street; make a determination if a study is required for a larger area after
this first phase study; and direct staff to be sensitive to the issues of whether an urgency
ordinance needs to be considered.
The Director of Community Development reported this study will come back to Council some
time in March or April, 2001.
7.2 Report from the Economic Development Director on the Annual Report of the
Orange Redevelopment Agency for Fiscal Year 1999-2000 and authorizing and directing its
transmittal to the Controller of the State of California. (R3500.0)
SUMMARY: Approval ofthe Agency Annual Report for Fiscal Year 1999-2000 and transmittal
of the Report to the State Controller.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 9374
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving the Annual Report of the
Orange Redevelopment Agency for Fiscal Year 1999-2000 and authorizing and directing its
transmittal to the Controller of the State of California.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to adopt Resolution No. 9374.
7.3 Report from Police Chief pertaining to the allocation of Local Law Enforcement
Block Grant (LLEBG) 2000 funds. (C2500.0K)
SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Justice has made funds available under the FY 2000
LLEBG Program. Under this Program the City was allocated $129,223. This grant requires a
cash match of $14,358, for a total award of $143,581. The City's FY 2000 Award date was
September 29,2000, and it has until December 29,2000 to request these funds for purchases of
equipment and technology related to law enforcement.
FISCAL IMPACT: unreserved fund balance is available in the 2000 LLEBG Fund and Federal
Asset Forfeiture Fund.
Police Chief Romero presented the report.
Councilmember Coontz complimented the Police Department on a reduction in crime as reported
in a recent newspaper article
Mayor Murphy indicated the article reported crime in Orange continues to decline and Orange
showed the largest drop in crime, percentage wise, in Orange County.
Police Chief Romero reported that crime, overall, will be 3 to 4% lower than last year, and
introduced Jim Anderson, who was recently promoted to Police Captain in Administration.
The Council extended congratulations to all Police personnel who were recently promoted.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to appropriate LLEBG 2000 funds - $129,223 to account number 353-4011-471301-2238
(Federal Police Grants-Police Administration-Equipment-LLEBG 00). 2) Appropriate $14,358
of Federal Asset Forfeiture funds to account number 355-4011-471301-2238 (Federal Asset
Forfeiture-Equipment-LLEBG 2000) to satisfy the cash match requirement of the LLEBG 2000
grant. 3) Require Staff to return to City Council with specific expenditure plan prior to expense
ofLLEBG 2000 funds.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
7.4 Report concerning the filling of a vacancy created by the election of Mark Murphy
to the office of Mayor. (C2500.D)
SUMMARY: The election of Mark Murphy to the office of Mayor has created a vacancy on the
City Council. The City Council has three options: (1) appoint someone to fill the balance
(approximately two years) of the unexpired term; (2) call a special election to be held on June 5,
2001; or (3) call a special election to be held on June 5, 2001 and appoint a council member to
serve until the date of the special election.
Consider and decide on one of the three alternative actions:
A. If the decision is to appoint someone to fill an unexpired term:
1. Call for applications to be submitted to the City Council by a date certain and set a date for a
meeting at which nominations will be taken and voted upon by the City Council.
B. If the decision is to call a special election without appointment:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 9376 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange
California, calling and giving notice of the holding a of a Special Municipal Election to be held
on Tuesday, June 5, 2001 for the Election of a Councilmember to fill the vacancy as required by
the provisions of the laws of the State of California relating to General Law Cities.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 9377 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange,
California requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange to conduct a Special
Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, June 5, 2001.
3. Adopt Resolution No. 9378 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange,
California, adopting regulations for candidates for Elective Office pertaining to Candidate's
statements submitted to the voters at a Special Election to be held on Tuesday, June 5, 2001.
4. Adopt Resolution No. 9379 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange,
California, providing for the conduct of a Special Runoff Election for Elective Offices in the
Event of a Tie Vote at a Special Municipal Election.
C. If the decision is to call a special election and fill the vacancy by appointment until the
special election:
1. Adopt Ordinance No. 25-00 - An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange
requiring that a vacancy in the office of a member of the City Council be filled by appointment
only until a Special Election can be held to elect a successor.
2. Adopt the four resolutions noted in B above.
Mayor Murphy suggested that whatever approach is taken, it would be appropriate to call for
applications and get notification out to the public.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
The following people spoke:
Renee Cahill, 280 N. Shaffer
Mark Clemens, 146 N. Shaffer
Mara Brandman, address on file
Nancy Collins, 326 E. Jackson
Ernie Glasgow, 363 N. Lincoln
Paul Dylewski, 253 N. Pine
Jeannie Wronski, 3124 E. Larkstone
Gary Frazier, 6445 Joshua Tree
Darren Kempkes, 507 Cumberland
Nancy Hiser, 545 S. Grand
Eddie Albright, 642 N. Glenrose
Shameeron Paur, 479 S. Wrightwood
Doris Weber, 192 S. Bush
Comments included:
- support for Carolyu Cavecche, who came in third in the recent Council election
- an interim appointment would give that individual an unfair advantage in a special election
- Council should not appoint anyone who did not run in the recent election
- a special election would be too expensive
- Council should listen to the will of the people
Councilman Slater agreed with many of the comments made regarding the appointment process.
This is an important decision and is a decision that the public should make. He does not agree
with any of the recommendations, and anything less than appointing Carolyn Cavecche would be
considered a "back room deal" by the public. He also did not want to waste taxpayer funds on a
special election. The past practice of appointing someone isn't necessarily right. Anything less
than what is right, is a disservice to the public.
Councilman Alvarez stated that he first thought the slate should become clean after the election.
However, after talking to residents and considering new information, he now supports Carolyu
Cavecche to be appointed to the Council vacant seat. He looked at the election criteria for all the
precincts in the City and noted that Carolyu Cavecche beat both Councilmember Coontz and
himself in 14 different precincts and came in second in 13 precincts. He looked at the
neighborhoods that supported Carolyn and they were City-wide. It is very difficult to run in an
election and he can not support anyone who has not earned the right, by running in an election,
for a Council seat. He wants to maintain the respect of citizens and the integrity of the City and
the government, and maintain a good image for Orange. Carolyn fits that image. Carolyn was
appointed once by this Council to the Library Board, and he has heard nothing negative about
her. He also does not want to spend an estimated $65,000 on a special election.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
Mayor Murphy stated he did not want to make a decision at this meeting. The process and
alternatives published on the Council Agenda implies that another meeting is to be held where a
decision will ultimately be made. His vote against an appointment is not a vote against Carolyn
Cavecche, but rather a vote to follow the process that was advertised in the Agenda. Once a
process is advertised, he does not want to change rules; and wants to give the public every
opportunity to participate.
Councilmember Coontz stated applications for the vacant Council seat have already been
received and would like to give those people, and others, an opportunity to be considered. She
suggested the Council ask for applications to be submitted by a date certain.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Slater, Alvarez
NOES - Coontz, Mayor Murphy
Moved to appoint Carolyn Cavecche to fill the vacant City Council seat.
MOTION DIED
Mayor Murphy reiterated that his vote is not a vote against Carolyn Cavecche but rather support
for the process that has been published.
MOTION - Mayor Murphy
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Mayor Murphy
NOES - Slater, Alvarez
Moved to consider an appointment to fill the unexpired City Council term; direct staff to
advertise and call for applications to be submitted by Monday, December 18th. Council to
adjourn to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on December 19, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. for deliberation
and a decision.
MOTION DIED
MOTION - Slater
Moved to reconvene to January 2, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. to make a decision concerning the fifth
Council seat; and not accept applications.
MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF SECOND
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
MOTION - Mayor Murphy
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to reconvene to January 2,2001 at 7:00 p.m. to vote to make an appointment to the fifth
Council seat or vote for a special election to be held June 5, 2001.
MOTION CARRIED
Council discussed that all options are still available; applications may be submitted directly to
Councilmembers; and if there is no vote to appoint someone on January 2nd, the decision will be
to call a special election.
7.5 Report from the City Attorney on the purchase and sale agreement between the
City and Union Pacific Railroad Company for the purchase of approximately 27.6 acres of
property. (AZIOO.O AGR-3665)
NOTE: The final vote on this item took place after a discussion in Closed Session.
SUMMARY: The City and Union Pacific Railroad have reached an agreement for the purchase
of approximately 27.6 acres of property for $3.5 million. The Railroad property abuts the City's
current community park site at the northwest comer of Spring and Prospect. About 15 acres of
the Railroad property is proposed to be developed along with the Beazer property to form an
approximate 30+ acre active community sports park. The balance of the 12.6 acres includes
Santiago Creek, a 1.2 acre parcel on the west side of the creek and property for a proposed bike
trail and Yorba Road extension. Although the major points of the acquisition were approved by
a 5-0 vote of the City Council in closed session on November 28,2000, formal action should be
taken in open session to authorize the Mayor and City Manger to execute the necessary
documents for escrow and recording.
FISCAL IMPACT: Adequate construction fund balance is available in the General Fund for the
land acquisition.
The City Attorney presented a brief report, indicating the City Manager is authorized to
terminate the purchase agreement should he find, during the due diligence period, that the
condition of the property does not support the purchase price.
In response to Council questions, staff indicated that prior to final plans being approved, the City
will go through a community review process. Names for the park are also being considered by
the Park, Planning and Development Commission.
RESOLUTION NO. 9375
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange Finding and Determining that the Public
Interest Convenience and Necessity Require, and Ordering, the Acquisition for Public Purposes
of Certain Real Property from Union Pacific Railroad Company and Approving the Terms and
Conditions and Authorizing the Execution of a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Joint Escrow
Instructions Therefore.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to approve Resolution No. 9375.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to appropriate $3.6 million from General Fund to Account No. 500-7021-481102-0148
General Fund Capital Projects-Union Pacific Railroad Property Acquisition.
8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
8.1 Presentation of the Fourth Quarter 1999-00 Budget Report which includes the
period July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2000. (C2500.E.4)
SUMMARY: The Fourth Quarter Report helps inform the City Council of departmental
performance for the quarter, including progress towards the achievement of departmental goals
and completion of major capital improvement projects, and summarizes the results of the City's
financial operations.
MOTION - Mayor Murphy
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to receive and file.
8.2 Presentation of the First Quarter 2000-01 Budget Report which includes the period
July 1, 2000 through September 30, 2000. (C2500.E.4)
SUMMARY: The First Quarter Report helps inform the City Council of departmental
performance for the quarter, including progress towards the achievement of departmental goals
and completion of major capital improvement projects, and summarizes the results of the City's
financial operations.
Councilman Slater congratulated City Departments for being under budget an average of 6%.
MOTION - Coontz
SECOND - Slater
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to receive and file.
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8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER (Continued)
8.3 Report by Police Chief Andy Romero regarding Orange Police Department Youth
Services Bureau. (C2500.K)
Police Chief Romero reported on the Police Department's new Youth Services Bureau. This
Bureau will work to reduce youth violence by working with the School District; act as a
clearinghouse for resources from various agencies; and provide community education. They are
committed to providing a safe environment by predicting and preventing crime. He submitted a
booklet outlining this new Bureau to the Council.
MOTION - Mayor Murphy
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to receive and file.
9. LEGAL AFFAIRS
9.1 ORDINANCE NO. 23-00 (SECOND READING) (A2500.0 - Entertainment, Adult)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange amending Section 17.30.020 of the
Municipal Code of the City of Orange relating to locational requirements for adult enterprises.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved that Ordinance No. 23-00 be read by title only and same was approved and adopted by
the preceding vote.
9.2
ORDINANCE NO. 24-00 (SECOND READING)
(ZI500.0 ZCH 1207-00)
NOTE: A final vote on this item occurred at the 7:00 p.m. Session.
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange approving a pre-zone change request to
allow the reclassification of property located on the west side of Meads Avenue, approximately
400 feet south of Santiago Canyon Road, from the County E4-1 to the City R-I-40 zone.
Zone Change 1207-00, Applicant: Muskoka Development
Mark Sandford, 10591 Meads, asked if property being annexed to the City, which is within the
Orange Park Acres Sphere of Influence, must meet the minimum square footage requirements of
43,560 per acre, as outlined in the Orange Park Acres Specific Plan.
Bob Bennyhoff, address on file, indicated there is a need for a local committee to address issues
such as this.
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9. LEGAL AFFAIRS (Continued)
The Director of Community Development confirmed that the R-I-40 zoning designation does
require a minimum lot size of 43,560 square feet.
MOTION - Coontz
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved that Ordinance No. 24-00 be read by title only and same was approved and adopted by
the preceding vote.
10. RECESS TO THE MEETING OF THE ORANGE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
10.a RECESS TO THE MEETING OF THE ORANGE INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed at 7:15 to a Closed Session for the following purposes:
a. Conference with Real Property Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8:
Property: Parcel located at NW comer of Spring and McPherson
Negotiating Parties: Union Pacific Railroad and City of Orange
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
b. To consider and take possible action upon such other matters as are orally announced by the
City Attorney, City Manager, or City Council prior to such recess unless the motion to recess
indicates any of the matters will not be considered in Closed Session.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
12.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
TAPE 6000
Roy Shahbazian, 3808 E. Palm, discussed driving conditions in Orange and urged the Council to
explore and develop a vision for multi-modal transportation.
13. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor Murphy suggested a new general policy for public hearings - that speaker cards be
accepted up until the time Applicants have finished their presentation.
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13.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
TAPE 2
13.1 JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE ORANGE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY - AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT WITH PAUL'S AUTO REPAIR:
(A2100.0 AGR-3380.2.1)
The joint public hearing with the Orange Redevelopment Agency Board of Directors to consider
approval of an Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the Orange Redevelopment Agency
and Paul's Auto Repair on Agency-owned property located at 190 South Olive Street, was
continued to this time from October 24, 2000.
The Economic Development Director reported the current lease ended last October and the
proposed lease is for two years from that date; the monthly rate will be $1800 per month, which
is a 13% increase; and the Agency will slurry seal the parking lot and paint the building. The
lessee will limit the number of cars stored on the property and will relocate some of the
equipment being stored. A higher lease payment would necessitate a longer term lease and more
improvements by the Agency.
Council suggested that conditions be added to the lease that the lessee remove all equipment and
materials such as oil, hazardous materials, etc. at the end of the lease; and that the property be
tidy and maintained in a good condition.
MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
THERE BEING NO SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
RESOLUTION NO. 9343
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving the extension of a lease of real
property owned by the Orange Redevelopment Agency at 190 S. Olive in the Southwest
Redevelopment Project Area to Paul De La Torre, d.b.a. Paul's Auto Repair, and making certain
findings with respect thereto.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to adopt Resolution No. 9343; and add conditions to the lease that the lessee remove all
equipment and materials upon vacancy at the end of the lease, and maintain the property in good
condition.
The City Council convened to the Redevelopment Agency Agenda Item 11.1.
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
13.2 APPEAL NO. 479 - REPLACEMENT WINDOW AT 212 S. ORANGE STREET
COUNCILMAN MIKE ALVAREZ, ON BEHALF OF PAUL HUDSON: (A4000.0)
Time set for public hearing to consider Appeal No. 479 by Councihnan Alvarez, on behalf of
Paul Hudson, of the Planning Commission's decision to uphold the Design Review Committee's
denial of a request to replace a potentially architecturally significant window with three larger
wood windows at a historically contributing residence located within the Old Towne District at
212 S. Orange Street. NOTE: This project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15331 of the State CEQA Guidelines,
when found to be consistent with the Old Towne Design Standards.
APPELLANT'S REASONS FOR THE APPEAL:
"1. The addition at 212 S. Orange was approved by the Planning Commission under Mitigated
Negative Declaration 1605-99.
2. The replacement of a dormer window was a part of this approval, however, a subsequent
action by the DRC and Planning Commission has denied Mr. Hudson the ability to use new
replacement windows.
3. The denial of this revision is impractical and unwarranted by the Standards for Historic
Rehabilitation. "
The Director of Community Development reported the applicant received approval to construct a
new 1-1/2 story addition at the rear of an existing Craftsman Bungalow residence. No changes
to the front of the existing residence were proposed at the time of approval. Upon inspection by
City staff, it was noted that the area around the front dormer window was taped off, indicating a
proposed enlarged window. The contractor was asked not to modifY this new window, but it was
done anyway. This replacement window was subsequently reviewed and denied by both the
Design Review Committee and the Planning Commission.
Councilman Slater asked about staffs request of the applicant to not proceed with the window
replacement and what type of information is provided to applicants at the City's front counter.
The Director of Community Development indicated staff made a verbal request of the contractor,
not written; and partially because of this project, staff now requires that all exterior elevations be
submitted for review as a precaution to make sure plans are fully understood. When people
make application for changes to buildings in Old Towne, they are provided with copies of the
Old Towne Design Guidelines which explains the required process and plans.
The Director of Community Development further explained the issue is the moving of the
window and replacing it with new windows. No permit was obtained to remove this window.
The Secretary of Interior Standards talks about window replacement and when it is allowed and
when it is not recommended. Those Standards state it is not recommended to remove or
radically change windows which were important as defining the historical character of the
building and diminishes the character. A determination needs to be made if the window is of
historical value and a defining feature.
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Councilmember Coontz stated it is difficult to determine over a period of years if something is
original or not; and there are variations to the categories of these homes. Not all records were
kept where changes were made to homes over the years. Also, the question seems to be not the
historical value of the dormer window that was removed, but the question of whether anything
should have been done at all. These windows do seem compatible with the architecture.
Councilman Alvarez asked if staff has determined the value of the historical significance of this
window and whether it is a defining feature or not. Does the removal of the window diminish
the historical value, and does the installation of the new windows change the historical value?
He also asked if there are different versions to the Craftsman Bungalow architecture.
The Director of Community Development stated in looking at the historical resources inventory,
the removed window is consistent with the Craftsman Bungalow architecture. However, it is a
policy issue of whether it is a historically defining feature and a significant feature. The new
windows are in character with the type of historical structure, but are not in keeping with the
historical structure. It is a change, but not a radical change. She agreed there are different
versions to the Craftsman architecture.
Mayor Murphy pointed out the State Standards do not recommend removing or radically
changing windows which are important to the defining historic character. It doesn't say any
change is not recommended, it says a radical change or removing it is not recommended.
MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
Paul Hudson, Applicant, reported the design of the new windows is appropriate and consistent
with Craftsman Bungalow architecture. He admitted there were no front elevations originally
submitted. There was no stop work order issued, just a verbal conversation between a City staff
member and the contractor. He submitted a petition with 33 signatures in favor of his project.
The following people spoke in favor of the application:
Tracy Swanson, 1917 N. Silverwood
Bruce Yong, 2009 N. Shaffer
Christina Tardif, 221 S. Orange
Greg Raab, General Contractor for Applicant
The following people spoke in opposition to the application:
Jeff Frankel, 384 S. Orange, asked Councilman Alvarez why he appealed the Planning
Commission decision on behalf of the applicant.
Robert Imboden, address on file
Anne Siebert, 340 S. Olive
Joan Crawford,
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Councilman Alvarez stated his reasons for submitting this appeal were that he felt the applicant
had suffered through split votes from both the Design Review Committee and the Planning
Commission, and the applicant seemed to get caught in a bureaucracy as opposed to dealing with
the livability of his home. The applicant has more than met historic guidelines. It is a
Councilmember's right to appeal a decision so the applicant does not have to incur additional
costs.
Mr. Paul Hudson reported there are different types of Craftsman architecture and the dormer
windows are not exclusive and definite to Craftsman. The new window is more practical, as the
original space was an attic and it is now a second story living space. He admitted he has not
gone through the process well, but the result is what the process is set up to achieve. He has
stabilized the property and made a cohesive rehabilitation to the home.
Councilman Slater asked why the applicant did not submit elevation plans or discuss the intent of
removing this window from the beginning.
Mr. Hudson indicated he did not understand the depth of the preservation element.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC
HEARING.
Councilman Alvarez stated that beyond the system, the City's intent is to try to encourage the
rehabilitation of homes. He has talked to the applicant's neighbors who are excited that the
home is being improved. The windows meet historic guidelines, and do not diminish the
Craftsman style. The house will contribute to the Historic District.
Councilmember Coontz indicated we need to recognize the importance of renovation and it
should be encouraged, and we need to look at our own City process. There is no one particular
Craftsman style, and the windows are compatible.
Councilman Slater stated he was impressed with the work being done on renovating this home,
both inside and out; and appreciated the honesty of the applicant in admitting he did not follow
the rules. While the new windows are appropriate, the old window was distinct, and specific
rules need to be enforced. If this new window is approved, it will be setting a precedent with no
consequences.
Mayor Murphy was impressed with the restoration work being done on the house; and with
either the old or new window, did not feel the character of the house was being compromised.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to find that the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
NOES - Slater
Moved to uphold Appeal No. 479.
13.3 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN: (C2300.K)
TAPE 2 - 2300
Time set for public hearing to consider the City of Orange Urban Water Management Plan in
accordance with Section 10642 of the Urban Water Management Planning Act of 1983. The
Plan must be updated every five years. It discusses current and future water demands, the
availability and reliability of water supplies, various water demand management measures to
reduce water use, and a water shortage contingency plan.
The Director of Public Works reported this Plan is required to be updated every five years. This
Plan deals with the existing service area, as the East Orange area is covered by the Irvine Ranch
Water District Urban Water Management Plan; and predicts relatively stable water use.
Approximately 49% of our water use is single family, 13% multi family, 31%
commercial/industrial and 7% unbilled. We have a reliable supply for the next 10 years and will
be able to deal with any contingencies that may arise. The City is working to continually
improve the City's water conservation plan.
Councilmember Coontz asked about the reliability of groundwater supplies, as the report stated it
could be jeopardized to the extent that others not currently in the basin are successful in
obtaining groundwater from the basin.
The Director of Public Works stated this is an issue that will have to be dealt with. The proposal
for a well field in Orange is perhaps a step in that direction. This is not being vigorously pursued
at this time by the Orange County Water District, but is in their program. The Metropolitan
Water District has supported conjunctive use of groundwater basins and is looking to store water
and then export it from those basins which opens up the door to export to areas not currently
served by the groundwater basin. There are many public policy issues that affect local agencies
that need to be carefully watched to ensure the interests of those served by the local agencies are
protected.
MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
THERE BEING NO SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 9373
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange adopting the City of Orange 2000 Urban
Water Management Plan.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
Moved to adopt Resolution No. 9373.
14. PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT - None.
David DeBerry, City Attorney introduced Gary Sheatz, newly-hired Assistant City Attorney.
15. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Slater
AYES - Coontz, Slater, Mayor Murphy, Alvarez
The City Council adjourned at 9:25 p.m. in memory of Furman Roberts, former City Attorney,
and adjourned to an Adjourned Regular meeting on January 2, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. to consider the
Council vacancy.
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