6/24/2003 - Council Minutes - CC Minutes Reg Meeting
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY 8, 2003
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
OF A REGULAR MEETING June 24, 2003
The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on June 24,2003 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 Robert Dargatz, Immanuel Lutheran Church
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Mayor Murphy
1.3 ROLL CALL
PRESENT - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz (Councilmember Coontz was present for the 7:00 p.m. session)
1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS
The following employees received Service Awards:
Geoff Delabar - Fire; Irma Hernandez - City Manager; Bryan Healey - Fire; Scott
Jones - Community Development (not present); Amada Marrujo - Community Services;
Bob Prendergast - Fire; Doug Yates - Fire; Danielle Valadez - Community Services;
Mike Taylor - Police (not present); Ramona Takahashi - Public Works (not present);
Darrelynn Smith - Finance; Ray Rekte - Fire.
A surprise Proclamation was presented to John Siller, Indian Guide leader, thanking him
for his volunteer efforts to the Orange YMCA and Indian Guide Program.
Councilmember Ambriz announced the Concerts in the Park series begins Wednesday,
June 25th at Hart Park.
Councilmember Ambriz announced the upcoming annual 3rd of July celebration at Fred
Kelly Stadium.
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
TAPE 540
Robert Dargatz, Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, announced their annual community
breakfast on July 4th at 7:00 a.m. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the Grijalva Park
Gymnasium.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Continued)
Charles Sandberg, 1038 Chalynn Avenue, distributed information and spoke on the
Orange County Sanitation District proposed fee increase and the economic impacts of the
fee to the residential and business users in Orange. He thanked Mayor pro tem Cavecche
for her leadership role as the City's representative to the Orallge County Sanitation
District.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine aIld 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.
3.t Declaration of City Clerk, Cassandra J. Cathcart, declaring posting of City Council
agenda of a regular meeting of June 24, 2003 at Orange Civic Center City Clerk's
Office, north facing kiosk, Main Library at t 01 N. Center Street, Police facility at
1107 North Batavia, Shaffer Park, and available on the City's Website
www.cityoforange.org; 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 June 5, 12, 2003.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.3 Request approval of City Council Minutes, Regular Meeting of June to, 2003.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.4 Consideration to waive reading in full of all ordinances on the Agenda.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.5 Receive and file the City Treasurer's Report for the period ending May 3t, 2003.
ACTION:
Received and Filed.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
AGREEMENTS
3.6 Third Amendment to Consultant Agreement with Curbside, Inc., for continuation
of the Door-to-Door Used Oil Collection Program and related services, funded by
the California Integrated Waste Management Board Used Oil Block Grants.
(A2tOO.0 AGR-2224.1.D.t)
SUMMARY: The City is currently utilizing 8th Cycle Used Oil Grant funds, and has
applied for the 9th Cycle grant. It is anticipated that notification of the 9th Cycle award
will be received in September, 2003. Used Oil Grants are awarded each fiscal year and
have a three-year spending cycle. The current agreement with Curbside, Inc. for door-to-
door used oil collection expires June 30, 2003. Staff wishes to extend the agreement
through June 30, 2004 for an amount not to exceed the combined total of the 8th and 9th
Cycle grant awards. This will enable the City to continue the successful used oil
collection, recycling, and public education program.
ACTION: Approved the Third Amendment to the Consultant Agreement with Curbside,
Inc., and authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: This program is funded entirely by Used Oil Grant funds. Funds are
available in the following accounts:
220-5022-427100-5002 $49,476 (FY 02/03 8th Cycle Used Oil Block Grant)
220-5022-427100-5004 $36,869 (FY 03/04 9th Cycle Used Oil Block Grant)
3.7 Intersection Improvement Program - Award of Consultant Services Agreement to
Truxaw & Associates, Inc. for the design of the Chapman Avenue/Prospect Street
intersection widening improvements. (A2tOO.0 AGR-43t7)
SUMMARY: The subject project was approved for funding under the Intersection
Improvement Program of the Combined Transportation Funding Program in September
2000. This contract authorizes the design consultant to prepare environmental documents
and right-of-way documents for the acquisition of needed right-of-way, and to prepare
plans, specifications and cost estimates for bidding.
ACTION: Awarded a contract in the amount of $105,680.00 to Truxaw & Associates,
Inc., 265 S. Anita Drive Suite III, Orange, CA 92868, and authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: Funds are budgeted and available in the following accounts:
285-5011-483300-3226 $ 88,000.00 TSIP Area C
550-5011-483300-3226 $ 32,000.00 Measure M IIP
Total $120,000.00
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
3.8 Third Amendment LA Consulting, Inc. for Maintenance Management System.
(A2tOO.0 AGR-3564.3)
SUMMARY: The City currently utilizes the services of LA Consulting for the purpose of
implementing a Maintenance Management System (MMS) for the Public Works and
Community Services Departments. Initial services included an evaluation of current
operations, assistance with the purchase of MMS software and first year implementation.
At this time, staff is requesting to utilize LA Consulting for the implementation of the
second year including the development of an annual work plan and work load
distribution, training and guidance through work scheduling and periodic progress
meetings.
ACTION: Approved the Third Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement with
LA Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $22,553.00 and authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute said amendment on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds in the amount of $22,553.00 were earmarked in the 2003/04
budget in the following account numbers for these professional services:
100-5027-426700-0000 - $2,506 273-5032-426700-0000 - $2,506
100-5028-426700-0000 - $2,506 600-8011-426700-0000 - $2,506
100-7022-426700-0000 - $2,506 600-8041-426700-0000 - $2,506
220-5022-426700-0000 - $2,506 720-5023-426700-0000 - $2,506
270-5021-426700-0000 - $2,506
3.9 Third Amendment Bender Engineering, Inc. for Maintstar software support for
City's Maintenance Managemeut System. (A21 00.0 AGR-3900.3)
SUMMARY: The City purchased Maintstar, a computer software program for the City's
Maintenance Management System (MMS) to plan, organize, analyze and improve
maintenance operations in the Public Works and Community Services Departments. The
initial purchase included various software components, data conversion, training and
software support through September, 2002. This amendment provides for annual support
from July 2003 through June 2004 for software upgrades and technical support.
ACTION: Approved the Third Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement with
Bender Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $28,476.00 and authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute said amendment on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds in the amount of $28,476.00 were earmarked in the 2003/04
budget in the following account numbers for these professional services:
100-5027-426700-0000 - $3,164 273-5032-426700-0000 - $3,164
100-5028-426700-0000 - $3,164 600-8011-426700-0000 - $3,164
100-7022-426700-0000 - $3,164 600-8041-426700-0000 - $3,164
220-5022-426700-0000 - $3,164 720-5023-426700-0000 - $3,164
270-5021-426700-0000 - $3,164
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
June 24, 2003
3.10 Renewal of Four (4) Landscape Maintenance Service Contracts for Fiscal Year
2003-2004. (A2100.0 AGR-3907.1/2662.A.3/2680.A.2/4023.t)
SUMMARY: The City has four (4) separate contracts for landscape maintenance at City
parks, City facilities and public right-of-ways, assessment district areas, and water well
sites. The term of each contract is for one year, beginning and ending each fiscal year,
and the City has an option to exercise contract renewals each fiscal year through 2006.
Staff is recommending that all four contracts be extended one year, beginning July I,
2003 through June 30, 2004, and that the contract amounts will remain the same as last
fiscal year.
ACTION: I) Approved First Amendment to Landscape Maintenances Services
Contract with Nieves Landscape, Inc. in the amount of $193,440.00 2) Approved Third
Amendment to Landscape Maintenance Services Contract with The Soto Company in the
amount of $247,784,40; 3) Approved Second Amendment to Landscape Maintenance
Services Contract with Plant Control Landscape Maintenallce, Inc. in the amount of
$138,663.20; and 4) Approved First Amendment to Landscape Maintenance Services
Contract with Azteca Landscape in the amount of $66,600.00.
FISCAL IMP ACT: Sufficient Funds for Nieves Landscape, Inc. exist in the following
accounts:
100-7022-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
290-7025-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
291-7026-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
293-7024-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
Total:
$ 2,400.00
$ 4,200.00
$179,640.00
$ 7.200.00
$193,440.00
Sufficient funds for the Soto Company exist in the following account:
100-7022-427100 (Landscape Maintenance): $247,784.40
Total: $247,784.40
Sufficient funds for Plant Control Landscape Maintenance, Inc. exist in
the following accounts:
100-7022-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
262-5021-424301 (Landscape Maintenance):
Total:
$101,011.20
$ 37,652.00
$138,663.20
Sufficient funds for Azteca Landscape exist in the following account:
600-8041-424301 (Landscape Maintenance): $ 66.600.00
Total $ 66,600.00
3.t1 First Amendment to Attorney Services Agreement with the Law Firm of Liebert
Cassidy Whitmore for personnel legal services. (A2tOO.0 AGR-t042.Q)
SUMMARY: The City entered into an agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to
provide personnel legal services. The proposed First Amendment will increase the not to
exceed amount from $30,000 to $45,000.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
ACTION: Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the proposed
contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for a total sum of$45,000.
FISCAL IMPACT: Sufficient funds are available in Legal Services Account No. 100-
0301-426111.
3.t2 Approval of a Reimbursement Agreemeut between the City of Orange and the
Orange Redevelopment Agency for FY 2003-2004. (RA2100.0 AGR-3283.D)
SUMMARY: The Reimbursement Agreement between the City and Agency will create
indebtedness which will enable the Agency to utilize tax increment revenue instead of
bond proceeds to pay for operational costs. This will free up bond proceeds for loans or
projects.
(See Redevelopment Agency Minutes Item No. 3.4)
ACTION: Approved the Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Orange and the
Orange Redevelopment Agency, and authorized the Mayor to execute, and the City Clerk
to attest, the Agreement on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: There is no net fiscal impact on either the City or Agency budget.
Interest paid by the Agency on the loan will be offset equally by interest earned by the
Agency on the loan proceeds. There are sufficient tax increment revenues and other
funds available to repay this loan.
(REMOVED AND HEARD SEPARATELY) TAPE 690
3.13 Proposed Acquisition of real property located at t05, t25, t45, and t64-t80 South
Water Street from the Orange County Fire Authority (A2tOO.O AGR-4267.t, 4269.1)
SUMMARY: The City entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of
the surplus Orange County Fire Authority ("OCFA") property commonly known as 105,
125, 145, and 164-180 South Water Street in the City of Orange. As part of the due
diligence for the acquisition of the property, the City contracted with AMEC Earth &
Environmental, Inc. to conduct structure, surface and subsurface environmental
investigation. The preliminary Phase I and limited Phase II reports concluded that further
environmental site analysis is necessary. In connection with this additional study, it is
necessary to amend the Purchase and Sale Agreement with OCFA to reflect changes to
the terms and conditions of the disposition ofthe property.
Discussion
The City Attorney reported the Letter Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement
relates to the City's ongoing investigation of possible hazardous materials on the Water
Street property. If the cost for remediation exceeds $100,000, the Orange County Fire
Authority has the option to terminate the escrow, but at this time, the costs are an
unknown factor.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Cavecche
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
ACTION: I) Approved the Amendment to Environmental Consultant Services
Agreement by and between the City and AMEC Earth & Environmental Inc., to conduct
additional subsurface environmental investigation in an amount not to exceed $90,000,
and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City; 2) Approved
the terms and provisions of a Letter Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement and
Joint Escrow Instructions by and between the City and the Orange County Fire Authority,
and authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City; 3)
Transferred $90,000 from Account No. 565-3021-481105-2977 (Fire Facilities Area "0"
- Fire HQ Replacement) to Account No. 565-3021-481105-9881 (Fire Facilities Area
"0" - Water Street Acquisition) for the environmental consultant work.
FISCAL IMP ACT: The FY 2002-03 Capital Improvement Program Budget currently
includes $2.2 million available in the Fire Facilities Area "0" Funds and General Fund
Capital Funds for the Fire Headquarters Replacement project. Therefore, there are
adequate funds available for this appropriation.
3.14 Agreement for Construction of a Block Wall at Grijalva Park (Continued from June
to, 2003) (A2100.0 AGR-4305)
SUMMARY: Forest City, property owners and managers of the Knolls Apartments,
located immediately south of Grijalva Park, are replacing the chain link fence with a
concrete block wall. The property owner inquired if the City would consider sharing in
the cost to construct a six foot block wall on the property line of the City and Forest City.
The total cost of the construction is $51,870 for which the City agreed to reimburse
Forest City in the amount of $20,000 for the share of the cost to construct the block wall.
ACTION: Approved agreement with Forest City to reimburse in the amount of $20,000
for the construction of the block wall and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the agreement on behalf ofthe City.
FISCAL IMP ACT: Sufficient funds are available in the following account:
510-7021-485100-0149 (Grijalva Park at Santiago Creek) $20,000
3.t5 CLAIMS
SUMMARY: The following claim(s) have been received and investigated by the City
Attorney's Office and/or the Risk Manager. After a thorough investigation with the
involved departments, it is the recommendation of the City Attomey's Office that the
claim( s) be denied.
a. Cheryl and Mick Eacobellis
ACTION: Denied Claim(s) for damages and referred to City Attorney aIld Adjuster
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
FEES
3.16 City of Orange 2003 Uniform Bail Schedule (C3200.0)
SUMMARY: The proposed Uniform Bail Schedule is a schedule utilized by the Court to
impose bail amounts, mandatory appearances and penalty assessments for violations of
the Orange Municipal Code. The Bail Schedule includes all newly adopted and revised
City Ordinances.
ACTION: Approved the Uniform Bail Schedule for submittal to the Orange County
Municipal Court, Central District.
FISCAL IMPACT: To the extent of increases in the bail of some existing sections and
other sections being added to the revised Bail Schedule, the percentage of reimbursable
revenue will increase from bail forfeiture and penalty collection by the Superior Court.
PURCHASES
3.17 Approve the purchase of medical supplies for Paramedic/Transport Program for
Fiscal Year 2003/04. (C2500.H)
SUMMARY: This is a request that the City Council authorize purchase of medical
supplies through a cooperative purchasing agreement in the amount of $118,500.
ACTION: Authorized purchase of medical supplies from Bound Tree Medical, LLC. in
the amount of $118,500 for Fiscal Year 2003/04.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted in the following accounts:
100-3022-445100 - FirelParamedic Medical Supplies - $73,500
125-3022-445100 - FirelParamedic Medical Supplies - $45,000
QUITCLAIM
3.t8 Quitclaim of all utility easements and agreement for transfer of ownership of sewer
lines over abandoned Grand Street and abandoned Sycamore Avenue. (A2tOO.0
AGR-43t8)
SUMMARY: Quitclaim all utility easements over a portion of abandoned Grand Street
and Sycamore Avenue adjacent to Chapman University and transfer ownership of sewer
lines.
ACTION: Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Quitclaim to Chapman
University covering any utilities over portions of abandoned Grand Street and Sycamore
Avenue and execute an Agreement for transfer of ownership of sewer lines.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
REPORTS
(REMOVED AND HEARD SEPARATELY) TAPE 820
3.t9 City of Orange Local Implementation Plan (LIP) as required by the Drainage Area
Management Plan and the 2002 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) permit. (C2500.M.t7)
SUMMARY: The Local Implementation Plan (LIP) is required by the Drainage Area
Management Plan (DAMP) and the 2002 National Pollution Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) countywide permit. The LIP document details how each co-permittee
agency will implement the policies and provisions of the DAMP in order to comply with
the permit. The City contracted with RBF Consulting in April, 2003 for preparation of
the LIP. RBF has completed the City's LIP document, which will be submitted to the
County by June 30, 2003. The County will, in turn, submit all co-permittee agency plans
to the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board on July 1, 2003.
Discussion
Councilmember Alvarez asked about the City's obligation to implement the DAMP plan
and if this plan will address drainage issues at the sand and gravel operations in the City.
He expressed concern with ground water and surface water runoff, and possible
hazardous materials being used at the sand and gravel operations, and suggested a study
session to learn more about this.
Mr. Harry Thomas, Public Works Director, reported it is solely the City's responsibility
to prepare the plan and fund the costs. The Regional Water Quality Control Board
imposes the requirements and the City is required to meet them. He further reported
neither the plan, or the permit, require any quantitative measurement of pollutants unless
the water body becomes listed for a particular pollutant. Santiago Creek is not a listed
water body and there are no others within the City. Other activities involving hazardous
materials fall under other areas, involving the Fire Department and State agencies. He
suggested staff can do research on this and identify what options there may be and what
authority the City may have within the scope of the permit and the ordinances in place,
but it probably does not rise to the level of making a quantitative determination unless
there is specific evidence that there are issues.
Councilmember Alvarez asked how the evidence is collected if the City is not set up to
do this and suggested a plan be developed to decide if the City needs to collect evidence.
Mr. Thomas stated the City does do testing at water wells and there has not been any
specific issues in the wells downstream from the sand and gravel facilities to signifY a
problem.
Mayor pro tem Cavecche stated the City of Orange is actually in the forefront of this
issue County wide, and suggested rather than a study session, that staff provide briefings
for individual Councilmembers to get up to speed with the process. If the Council feels
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there are any problems, the Santa Ana Regional Water Board is the agency any
complaints should be taken to. This is a huge issue the City is facing and the LIP
document is filled with Best Management Practices that the City will be requiring
industries developments to perform. The City needs to be looking at these issues as
developments come forward.
Councilmember Alvarez will report back to the Council any discussions from the Santa
Ana River Flood Protection Agency, which he is a representative.
Mayor Murphy suggested Councilmembers pursue additional information on this on an
individual basis.
MOTION - Cavecche
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
ACTION: Received and Filed.
FISCAL IMPACT: $462,000 has been included in the 2003/04 budget for Local
Implementation Plan activities. Costs for LIP requirements beyond 2003/04 have not
been determined.
RESOLUTIONS
3.20 RESOLUTION NO. 9749 (C2500.M.4.12)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving an application for
funds under the California Integrated Waste Management Board Waste Tire Playground
Cover Grant for El Camino Tot-Lot Project.
ACTION: Approved.
3.21 RESOLUTION NO. 9750 (A21500.0 Grading)
A Resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Orange amending and revising the City
of Orange Manual of Grading as authorized by Orange Municipal Code Chapter
16.40.
ACTION: Approved.
3.22 RESOLUTION NO. 9751 (C2500.M)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Melvin
R. Perreira of the Public Works Water Division commending him for over thirty-six years
ofloyal and dedicated service
ACTION: Approved.
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3.23 RESOLUTION NO. 9752 (C2500.M)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Stuart
W. Stark of the Public Works Water Division commending him for over twenty-seven
years ofloyal and dedicated service.
ACTION: Approved.
3.24 RESOLUTION NO. 9754 (C2500.N)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Pablo
R. Lobato of the Community Services Department and commending him for more than
thirty five years of loyal and dedicated service.
ACTION: Approved.
3.25 RESOLUTION NO. 9755 (C2500.N)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Terry
Quintard of the Community Services Department and commending him for more than
thirty five years ofloyal and dedicated service.
ACTION: Approved.
3.26 RESOLUTION NO. 9761 (C2500.J)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Helen
Bell, Director of Finance, and commending her for more than seven years of loyal and
dedicated service.
ACTION: Approved.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Items 3.13 and 3.19 were removed and heard separately. All other items on the Consent
Calendar were approved as recommended.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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4. REPORTS FROM MAYOR MURPHY
4.1 Fonntain restoration and location update
Mayor Murphy asked Bob Hitchcock, Old Towne Preservation Association, to provide a report
on the Fountain Restoration project.
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Mr. Hitchcock reported a committee was formed to raise funds to restore the fountain, which has
been in front of City Hall for approximately the past 20 years. It was originally placed in the
Plaza in 1887, making it one of the oldest public artifacts in the City. In 2002, the fountain was
dismantled and transported for storage; and Michael Vogelvang, a local resident and
businessman offered to supervise the project. It was determined that the entire fountain is
repairable and Mr. Vogelvang has started the work. The cost for the restoration project is
approximately $100,000, with approximately 20% of the total funds collected. To donate to the
project, or receive information, citizens can contact Old Towne Preservation Association at 639-
0631 or the OTP A website at OTP A.org. Although OTP A is very supportive of the project, he
stressed that this is a city-wide effort.
Mayor Murphy spoke on finding a permanent location for the fountain once it is restored,
suggesting the proposed new Main Library. This fountain has been at the Plaza, Hart Park, and
the Civic Center; and the Library would be an appropriate location, given the Library's attention
to history and its collection of history and artifacts.
Councilmember Ambriz agreed the fountain would be a wonderful addition to the library
expansion project.
Councilmember Alvarez suggested it be incorporated into the courtyard area proposed for the
new Main Library.
Mayor pro tern Cavecche stated she was willing to look into the possibility of locating the
fountain at the Library, but also wanted to look at what will be put in front of City Hall in its
place.
Mayor Murphy directed staff to look at the possibility of incorporating this fountain into the
design of the new Main Library.
5.
REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
TAPE 1650
5.1 Councilmember Alvarez - Update on Hanson Aggregate code compliance. (A4000.0
APP488-02)
Councilmember Alvarez asked the City Attorney to provide a report.
David DeBerry, City Attorney, provided a status report on the ongoing code enforcement
activities at the Hanson Aggregates operation. Through code enforcement inspections, the City
has found no significant violations, as Hanson has instituted a number of changes to deal with
traffic, dust, noise and screening; but the City plans to continue to monitor the operation with
random checks.
Councilmember Alvarez stated he disagreed on whether Hanson was meeting code requirements.
He asked about Hanson filing a vehicle access plan with the City; stated there does not seem to
be any controls for dust and no reports as to what the piles consist of. The City needs to be
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assured there are controls, what the material consists of that is being ground, and if the material
is safe, and asked staff to investigate.
The City Attorney stated they are handling this operation the same as any other business in the
City, but they have not found sufficient evidence to file any complaint against Hanson. While
there may be violations of Hanson's Good Neighbor Plan, these do not constitute a violation of a
City code.
Councilmember Alvarez asked about grading permits, and submitted pictures taken at the site,
which seem to indicate alleged grading operations.
The Public Works Director reviewed the general requirements of a grading operation, stating
staff would take a closer look at the photographs to determine if a grading operation is taking
place.
Shirley Grindle, address on file, asked about the boundary lines of the property and the
ownership of the Sully Miller Land Company property, and asked the City to make sure Hanson
is able to operate the rock crusher on this property. She also stated the rock crusher is supposed
to operate at existing below-ground levels, and berms and hills should not be created to hide the
operation. She also asked about the statement that a City can require even a legal non
conforming use to close operations if the use is no longer compatible with surrounding uses,
suggesting this operation should be closed up.
Tom Davis, Environmental Consultant for Hanson Aggregates, stated the tasks in the Good
Neighbor Plan have been completed, including dust control measures utilizing a water truck and
rain birds, changes to truck traffic routes and inspections of trucks before they are unloaded.
They will review possible requirements of a Vehicle Access Plan and also if permits are
required. The materials in the piles are inert debris, as defined by the California Integrated
Waste Management Board and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Board. With regard to
property ownership, he stated approximately 100 acres is owned by separate but related entities -
Sully Miller Land Company and Sully Miller Contracting Company and it was his understanding
that Hanson has the right to use that parcel.
Mayor Murphy asked Mr. Davis to confirm, in writing, the question about the use of the
property.
Councilmember Alvarez asked who inspects the trucks, how they are inspected, how other
agencies know what is in the piles, what the schedule is for the water truck and what the berms
are used for.
Mr. Davis reported the trucks are visually inspected by Hanson employees and procedures are in
place for testing if anything is noted. The water truck does not have a set schedule but utilized as
needed. The berms are used to cut noise and create visual aesthetics and screen the rock
crushing plant. Also, to his knowledge, no report is required to be submitted to other agencies
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who determine if the materials are inert. He invited Councilmember Alvarez to visit the site to
see the truck routes and how the water trucks work
Councilmember Alvarez stated whenever he has visited the site, he has never seen the water
truck and seen the rain bird only once; and also found it alarming that no reports are required as
to what the materials are. He asked why it is taking so long for Hanson to remedy the
complaints.
Mr. Davis stated all the tasks in the Good Neighbor Policy are either complete, ongoing or
unfeasible, and Hanson has tried to meet all the complaints from the neighbors.
The City Attorney reiterated that staff will continue to do random checks, but suggested that in
trying to solve one problem, sometimes other problems can be created. He stated staff can
research the process of the City requiring even a legal non conforming use to close operations if
the use is no longer compatible with surrounding uses, but noted it would be a lengthy process.
Dan Sworsh, 6121 E. Mabury, expressed concern about dust and asked about the City's ability to
test materials.
The City Attorney stated there are any number of state laws which govern materials that can be
brought on site, and if the City or County received evidence of any type of toxic materials on
site, that could be a violation of state law; but there is nothing in the ordinance which requires
Hanson to report what types of materials they are receiving.
David Piper, 6705 E. Oak Lane, also spoke on the dust issue, stating that the AQMD has found
asbestos in the dust and wetting the material does not stop asbestos from being airborne.
Mayor pro tern Cavecche asked about additives in the materials and if the city monitors those
additives or if that is the responsibility of other agencies such as the AQMD or the Santa Ana
Regional Water Board.
The City Attorney explained if the City receives evidence of hazardous materials on the site, the
City can test. Within the Sand and Gravel zoning code, however, there is no requirement the
business do self testing and file reports with the City, but other agencies may require that.
Mayor pro tern Cavecche expressed concern about the trucks queuing up in the middle of the
street and also the interpretation of above-ground and below-ground for the piles of materials.
She also asked about a storm water prevention plan.
The Public Works Director reported that under the goals of the new NPDES, there are
requirements for some types of plans; and activities that have the potential for pollutant
discharge come under those regulations.
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Councilmember Alvarez stated he will meet with the City Attorney and City Manager to
determine what steps can be taken next and re-agendize this item.
Mayor Murphy summarized some of the concerns expressed, such as air quality, trucks, and the
location of piles; and directed staff to provide an update to the Council.
For the record, Councilmember Alvarez stated he brought this forward because as
Councilmembers, they are responsible for the safety of the residents of Orange; and part of this is
a safety issue. One of the concerns that keeps getting batted around is that every business in
Orange, no matter what they do, as they pull a business license, they basically disclose what is
going on in the business and what materials are there. By Hanson's own admission, the City
does not know what is going on there. That is a fault that maybe can be shared by the City and
by Hanson, but is definitely something that needs to be corrected. It was pointed out by the
testimony today of how the inspections are done, that no reports are being done and no samples
being tested. It is frustrating because it appears Hanson is reporting on themselves. If Hanson
were able to produce a report or a chemical study of the samples they are taking, then there is
reason to believe what they are doing. But with simple visual inspections, the City can't turn to
the citizens of Orange and say the City knows what is there.
It will be a policy issue of Council in terms of looking at compatibility with the area and with the
surrounding neighborhood as well as the issues pointed out by Mayor pro tern Cavecche. These
are things that the Council needs to begin to discuss as a Council and with staff in terms of what
direction the Council wants to take. Ultimately, it will take a policy call on the Council's part to
determine what is going to be acceptable on that site.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved to receive and file the report on Hanson Aggregates.
5.2
Councilmember Ambriz
TAPE 3960
Direct staff to research and analyze the possible installation of cameras at various
intersections to apprehend red-light offenders.
Councilmember Ambriz asked staff, including Public Works, Police and City Attorney's Office,
to research the possible installation of red-light cameras at various intersections. Red light
cameras can help communities enforce traffic laws by automatically photographing vehicles
whose drivers run red lights; and red light enforcement cameras have been shown to be effective
in reducing the number and severity of intersection crashes.
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For the record, Mayor pro tern Cavecche stated she is philosophically opposed to private
enterprise coming in and participating in law enforcement activities for a profit. She personally
did not want to waste staffs time on an item she knew she would be voting against. She
disagrees with red light cameras at intersections as they cause problems for cities.
Councilmember Alvarez stated he is open to receiving information, and any time the City can do
something about traffic in Orange, he supports it. He would at least like to collect the
information and then can make more of an informed decision.
Mayor Murphy stated he would not mind doing a cursory review, with minimum effort, but is
also suspect of it as well. The management, the implementation and the amount of effort could
be challenging, but he would be open to hearing some options in order to make a final
determination.
Direct staff to research the possibility of adding a second story at the facility proposed at
Grijalva Park.
Councilmember Ambriz reported the City is working with the Community Services Foundation
to raise funds for Phase II of Grijalva Park. It is exciting to see a number of options that have
come forward, and asked staff to do additional research to look at maybe utilizing a second story
and explore various opportunities with other non profit agencies or the private sector to help in
obtaining funding for this facility.
Mayor Murphy stated this should be a report on a range of uses and site development to
maximize the opportunity of use.
Councilmember Alvarez asked that information be included on possible joint use or joint
ownership of the proposed gymnasium.
6. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
6.1 Accept resignation from James E. Hansen from the Investment Advisory
Committee, effective July 2, 2003 and instruct the City Clerk to begin Maddy Act
regulations. (ORI800.0.27.13)
MOTION - Cavecche
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved to accept, with regrets, the resignation from James Hansen from the Investment Advisory
Committee, effective July 2,2003, and instructed the City Clerk to begin Maddy Act regulations.
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6.2 Accept resignation from Ken Romero from the Planning Commission, effective July
1,2003 and instruct the City Clerk to begin Maddy Act regulations. (C2500.G.2.1)
MOTION - Ambriz
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved to accept, with regrets, the resignation, from Ken Romero from the Planning
Commission, effective July 1, 2003, and instructed the City Clerk to begin Maddy Act
regulations.
6.3 Reappointment of the following citizens to the Boards, Committees and
Commissions, terms effective July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2005 unless otherwise
designated.
Building Board of Appeals/Housing Board of Appeals
Jim Brennan and Jack Selman
Community Development Block Grant Program Committee
Victoria James and Mary Ellen Manning
Community Video Advisory Board
Marcia Salley and Pat Buttress
Design Review Committee (Terms To Expire June 30, 2007)
Jon Califf, Craig Wheeler and Joe Woollett
Orange Public Library Board of Trustees (Terms To Expire June 30, 2006)
Jonell E. Schlund and Douglas Westfall
Park Planning and Development Commission (Terms To Expire April 30, 2007)
Jack Selman and Lisa Blanc
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved to reappoint the citizens, as listed, to the Boards, Committees and Commission, terms
effective July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2005 as listed.
6.4 Appoint the following citizens to fill current vacancies:
Orange Public Library Board of Trustees (term to expire June 30, 2005).
Nancy Collins
Community Development Block Grant Committee (terms to expire June 30, 2005).
Larry Labrado Jr. and Fernando Rico
Park Planning and Development Commission (term to expire April 30, 2007)
Gary Remland
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MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Cavecche
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved to appoint citizens, as listed, to fill current vacancies on Boards, Committees and
Commissions.
7.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
TAPE 4340
7.1 Report from Fire Chief Bonacker on the Fiscal Year 2002/2003 budget adjustment
for Fire Department (C2500.J.I.1)
SUMMARY: Approve an appropriation of $446,000 to the Fire Department's budget to cover
higher than expected salary costs incurred to backfill positions which were vacant due to long
term, paid absences.
Fire Chief Bonacker provided a report. In response to questions from Mayor pro tern Cavecche,
he reported two of the employees who have been out are coming back onto duty and two are
retiring.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
ACTION: Appropriated $446,000 to 100-3021-410000 (Fire Suppression - Salaries and
Benefits).
8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER - None.
9. LEGAL AFFAIRS
9.1 ORDINANCE NO. 15-03 (SECOND READING)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange approving a Development Agreement by
and between the City of Orange and Citadel Properties Orange, LLC to allow the construction
and use of two medical office buildings approximately 217,000 square feet on property located at
1000 W. La Veta Avenue.
Applicant: Citadel Properties Orange, LLC.
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MOTION - Ambriz
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Cavecche
ABSENT - Coontz
Moved that Ordinance No. 15-03 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
11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed at 6:52 p.m. to a Closed Session for the following purposes:
a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
NOTE: This item was not discussed
Property: 124-145 and 164-180 S. Water Street, Orange, CA
Agency Negotiator: Linda Boone
Negotiation Parties: City of Orange, Orange Redevelopment Agency and Orange County
Fire Authority
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
Property: Various segments of Tustin Branch Trail
City Negotiator: David Rudat, Gary Wann, Harry Thomas
Negotiating Parties: City of Orange and Union Pacific Railroad
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment, if any
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
Nate Wisely, 215 S. Dunas, asked when the turnstile gate on the north side of the McPherson
athletic field will be installed. Mayor Murphy instructed staff to investigate this issue.
13. PUBLIC HEARINGS
13.1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2417-02, ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT 03-
4, THE ELI HOME, INC.: (C3300.0 CUP 2417-02)
The City Council at their regular meeting of April 22, 2003 returned Conditional Use Permit
2417-02 and Administrative Adjustment 03-4 to expand an existing shelter for abused women
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and their children to the Planning Commission for reconsideration at their May 19, 2003
meeting. The proposal includes the construction of two new 3-bedroom units and an addition to
the existing residence. The administrative adjustment request is to allow the encroachment of
the porch into the code required front yard setback along Glassell Street. The property has a
General Plan Land Use Designation of Medium Density Residential (15 to 24 dwelling units per
acre) and is zoned R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) and is located at 655 South Glassell Street.
Note: This project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) per State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In-Fill Development).
Mayor Murphy noted the discussion at this hearing needed to be focused only on the changes to
the proj ect since the last Council hearing.
Alice Angus, Community Development Director, reviewed some of the original issues raised by
the Council and some of the changes made to the plan.
MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
Applicant - Michael Galloway, 270 S. Solomon, Anaheim, stated they have done everything
possible to mitigate the issues raised at the previous hearing, but have not been able to change
the access issue; and listed reasons why ingress and egress off of Glassell would not be
appropriate for the project.
The following people spoke in opposition to the project. Their concerns included - access needs
to be off of Glassell and not Orange Street, this revised project has not been reviewed by the
Design Review Committee, the plan still does not fit into the neighborhood, the caretakers unit
was not eliminated, there is a lighted parking lot in a residential neighborhood, the proposed
river rock along Orange Street needs to be true rock and not an imitation, the bulk and mass has
not changed from the original plan, and there are federally mandated environmental reports that
need to be completed.
. Dan Slater, 278 N. Pine Street, property owner on 600 Block South Orange
. Anne Siebert, 340 S. Olive, OTPA
. Mike Stastny, 649 S. Orange Street
. Lorrie Stastny, 649 S. Orange Street
. Larrie Lopez, 625 S. Orange Street
. Julie Banner, 604 S. Orange Street - collected 63 signatures from neighbors opposed
. Jeff Banner, 604 S. Orange Street
. Janet Crenshaw, 400 block North Shaffer, Chairman ofOTPA
Mr. Richard Chavez, representing the Applicant, stated only three households on Orange Street
have shown their objection to this project; the Applicant has agreed to use true river rock on the
house; the third building has been eliminated; the caretaker unit is necessary but has been
incorporated into the expansion of the second building; no more than half of the residents ofthe
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project will have automobiles; and there is only 28% lot coverage which is less than the code
requirement. He also noted the funding for their program is through HUD funds, but the
building for the project is through State funds.
MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING
TAPE 6860
Council Comments
Councilmember Coontz stated she has supported non profit organization over the years who have
done excellent jobs with their facilities. This overall plan is not functional for a multiple
residential use. There should be a semi-circular hammerhead driveway for ingress and egress off
Glassell. If there is no room for such a driveway, that just reinforces her opinion that the
structures are overbuilt; noting there is ingress and egress at the senior housing proj ect across the
street on Glassell. The false porch on the Glassell Street frontage creates a safety issue because
there is no actual entrance at this point, however there are many entrances at different sites
throughout the entire project. Councilmember Coontz has never known a shelter for abused
women where there are so many entrance possibilities. The homes always have just one secure
main entrance. She considers the Watson Home a unique historic home with many unique
features and expressed concern with the incompatibility of the building designs. There should be
respect for the Orange Street neighborhood and she was concerned about parking restrictions
being adhered to. She asked about a statement made regarding the widening of Orange Street
and also about the location of the trash cans.
TAPE NO. 2
Councilmember Ambriz stated the Applicant has been diligent in working with staff in
addressing concerns. He agreed there are a lot of questions in terms of OTP A concerns which
need to be addressed, but could support the project.
Councilmember Alvarez stated it is important to maintain the rhythm of the neighborhood and
this project does not meet that criteria; and the project should also have access off Glassell
Street. He thought it was important to error on the side of caution in approving a project in this
neighborhood and was not prepared to make any more revisions to the project.
Mayor pro tern Cavecche stated she was clear on her comments at the last hearing and has not
changed her mind since then. This project needs to front on Glassell Street as that is where the
higher density is, not on Orange Street. She noted the City received 30 signatures on a petition
from just the 500 and 600 block of South Orange Street in opposition to the project.
Mayor Murphy asked about the width of the parking stalls and a letter submitted on the historic
standpoint.
The Community Development Director stated there is a question about the width of the stalls
when they are immediately adjacent to a solid structure. The carports are open on the sides, so
there is some flexibility as to whether or not the stalls on the end need to be widened. If so, it
would be about a foot and a half on either side. With regard to the historic issues, there is a HCD
review required, that's dependent on funding, but the funding is for operations, not construction.
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For the historic survey, the Council can instruct staff to update the survey, as the historic
preservation element that is in place does use the 1940 date for criteria.
The City Attorney pointed out the letter from the historic consultant argued why this could be a
contributing structure, not necessarily that it is. He pointed out the City Council can not use, as a
reason not to approve this project, that this is a historical structure or that it should be listed or
that it has a significant impact on historical structures.
Councilmember Coontz stated she did mention the historical aspect, but was actually concerned
about the incompatibility of the buildings with each other on that site.
Mayor Murphy asked what controls were in place if this use were to change or the property sold.
The Community Development Director explained that another operator could come in and
operate under the same conditions. If the use was expanded or changed, then there would have
to be some revisions to the Conditional Use Permit. If the property was sold or someone wanted
to operate it as a different use, such as apartments, it is designed to meet the R-3 standards.
Mayor Murphy stated he was disappointed that more of the Council's input was not incorporated
into the new plan; and his biggest concern is the lack of access from Glassell or at least a shared
access from both Glassell and Orange Street. He also would liked to have seen the caretaker's
unit incorporated into the existing structure and not added on. He recognized the need for this
type of use, but this has to be looked at strictly as a land use issue.
Council discussed the possibility of denying this project without prejudice and if that would
allow the applicant the ability to resubmit the project without waiting the normal six month
period.
Councilmember Ambriz asked the applicant if an action to deny the project would affect their
funding.
Mr. Chavez explained they had already asked for extensions on their state funding, and are now
out of time.
Council Action:
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche
NOES - Ambriz
Moved to deny, without prejudice, Conditional Use No. 2417-02 and Administrative Adjustment
03-04.
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13.2 WEED ABATEMENT (C2500.H.2)
TAPE 2 - 675
Time set for a public hearing to consider and hear objections to the proposed removal of weeds
which constitute a public nuisance. Resolution No. 9745 adopted by the City Council on
June 10, 2003 declares weeds a public nuisance and initiates abatement proceedings. The
properties which constitute a public nuisance and must be abated by the removal of weeds are:
Location
Assessors Parcel No.
1836 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road
(slope behind address)
Vacant lot at 4629 E. Walnut
Vacant lot at 1089 N. Rancho Santiago Blvd.
Abandoned Railroad from Chapman to Fairhaven
1441 N. Kennymead
(vacant lot at the south)
360-101-16
093-502-15
379-311-03
093-241-45
MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
THERE BEING NO SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor pro tern Cavecche asked about the property at 4629 E. Walnut, noting that a project was
approved at this location two years ago and nothing has been built since.
The Community Development Director stated the approval two years ago was for a parcel map,
which has been completed, and it was her understanding that a site plan was coming in to the
City but that no permits have been pulled.
Council Action:
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Cavecche
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche
Moved that the properties listed on Exhibit A of Resolution No. 9745 be amended to include
only the vacant lot at 4629 E. Walnut; that it be declared a public nuisance and requires
abatement of the property by the City's Weed Abatement Contractor.
14.
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT
TAPE 2- 800
14.1 Report from Public Works Director/City Engineer on the use of STOP signs for
traffic calming on Palmyra Avenue. (S4000.S.3.3)
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SUMMARY: Public Works has been requested to review a request by residents of the
McPherson neighborhood for the use of STOP signs on Palmyra Avenue as a means to calm
traffic.
The Public Works Director reported the original request for STOP signs was denied by the
Traffic Commission in February 2002; and staff can not recommend STOP signs because
statistics show they would not work as traffic calming devices. He also reviewed the traffic
issues on Handy Street, and the similarities between that area and Palmyra. He submitted a map
indicating the locations of the requested STOP signs - Palmyra at Loretta, Wheeler, Craig,
Kathleen and Violet. If only three signs were approved, it is recommended they be on Palmyra
at Loretta, Craig and Violet.
Councilmember Alvarez stated he brought this before the Council because the neighborhood has
gone through the process, with no resolution; and this area does exceed the thresholds for the
Residential Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan for volumes and speeds.
Public Comments
The following people spoke in support of STOP signs along Palmyra. Their concerns include -
much of the traffic is generated from McPherson School which is a regional school; traffic is not
generated just from the immediate neighborhood; diverters would displace traffic onto other
surrounding streets; the neighborhood has waited too long for something to be done about the
traffic.
. Steve Crouch, 182 S. Craig
. Richard Hess, 308 S. Craig,
. Katrina Carillo, 338 S. Violet Lane.
. Roger Bonzer, 2548 E. Burly
. Charles Schroeder, 2652 Burly
. Mary McRae, 2600 Dorothy Dr.
. Nate Wisely, 215 S. Dunas,
. Daniel Snow, 232 S. Kathleen Lane
. James Halle, 461 S. Wheeler Place
. Christy Snow, 2325 S. Kathleen Lane
. Brian Wade, 2703 E. Palmyra
Council Comments
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Councilmember Alvarez thanked the neighborhood residents for getting involved and he
supports the installation of three STOP signs.
Councilmember Coontz pointed out McPherson School is not a neighborhood school, but a
regional magnet school with students from other areas, which creates more traffic.
Mayor pro tern Cavecche spoke in support of three STOP signs and did not support diverters.
She thanked Councilmember Alvarez for bringing this to the Council's attention.
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Councilmember Ambriz stated he lives near Handy Street and the STOP signs on Handy do help.
He supports three STOP signs and also asked that a STOP sign be looked at for Palmyra and
Olympia.
Mayor Murphy stated he used to live at Palmyra and Kathleen and that although this is not a
perfect situation, he has not seen a better solution. He commended staff for their work on this
Issue.
Councilmember Coontz suggested McPherson School notify the parents from that school about
the installation of these STOP signs.
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Murphy
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche
Moved to approve STOP signs at Palmyra and Loretta, Palmyra and Violet and Palmyra and
Craig; direct staff to investigate the intersection of Palmyra and Olympia for stop signs; and
contact McPherson School and the Orange Unified School District about distribution of
information to the families from McPherson School about the traffic issues.
15. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION - Cavecche
SECOND - Ambriz
AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche
The City Council adjourned at 9:45 p.m. The next regular Council meeting is July 8,2003.
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CASSANTIRA J. . THCART, CMC
CITY CLERK
MARK A. MURPHY
MAYOR
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