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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3_11_2003 - Council MinutesAPPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON MARCH 25, 2003 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORANGE, CALIFORNIA OF A REGULAR MEETING March 11,2003 The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on March II, 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 Rick Zeiger, Orange Christian Assembly 1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Led by Mayor Murphy 1.3 ROLL CALL PRESENT - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche ABSENT -- None 1.4 PRESENT A TIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS Proclamation was presented to Mary McAnena, founder of Mary's Kitchen, celebrating her 100th Birthday; and March 10,2003 was declared Mary McAnena Day in the City of Orange. Mary McAnena gave the following comments:I feel it a great honor and privilege to be here. My main object in life is to help America. America is the most wonderful country in the world. We have to protect America. We have to protect our children. The children of today will be the men and women of tomorrow; and they need to go to school. We need a home for the homeless.We can not take care of our own people, yet we send millions all over the world; and we don't get thanks for it. The people I feed are children, men and women. They have no home. Yet we go to bed and we feel very warm and comfortable. But the people I take care of have to sleep under bridges and any place they can put their head. That is why I feel very sorry. There is no night, when it is cold and raining, that I don't think of those poor people that have no bed - only to lie out under bridges. They are Americans. They are people, who God created. And God never creates junk. They all are born the same as we are, with a soul that will go back to God. But we as people have to help the homeless.We can do it. There is nothing that Americans can't do if they make up their mind to do it. Now we need a home for the homeless. It is wrong that the children will go without an education. They have no home life. But there will be more children and those children will grow up so that we will have an America -- not the people oftoday, but PAGE 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 1.4 PRESENTATlONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS (Continued) people without an education. Without an education, you get nowhere. But we, as people, have to give them that opportunity. Where they'll have a shelter. Where they won't have to sleep under bridges and in broken down cars. We all can do it if we all make up our minds. It only takes money. My mother always said, money is made round to go around. And 1 think that is my speech to each of you. I thank you for honoring me today." Certificates were presented to Community Services Department Co-ed Youth Basketball League Coaches.Mayor Murphy announced Council will adjourn in memory of Ella Mae Fee, Retired Community Development Department Secretary; and presented a Memorial Certificate to her family.2. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. 3.CONSENT CALENDAR TAPE 650 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. 3.1 Declaration of City Clerk, Cassandra J. Cathcart, declaring posting of City Council agenda of a regular meeting of March 11, 2003 at Orange Civic Center, Main Library at 101 N. Center Street, Police facility at 1107 North Batavia, Shaffer Park, summarized on Time-Warner Communications 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 February 20, 27, 2003.ACTION: Approved.3.3 Request approval of City Council Minutes, Regular Meeting February 25, 2003.ACTION: Approved.3.4 Consideration to waive reading in full of all ordinances on the Agenda.ACTION: Approved.PAGE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) AGREEMENTS 3.5 Cooperative Agreement No. D03-002 with the County of Orange for the joint sharing of certain traffic signals.SUMMARY: The City of Orange and the County of Orange share jurisdiction of several traffic signals at the border of the City of Orange, and it is desirable to identifY those locations and responsible agency, and to specifY the procedure for equitably distributing the costs for operating and maintaining those signals.ACTION: Approved Cooperative Agreement No. D03-002 and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.FISCAL IMP ACT: None APPROPRIA nONS 3.6 Appropriation of funds received from Santa Ana College for Fire Department training.SUMMARY: Santa Ana College is offering a program which will pay the Fire Department $2.50 per person for each hour of training that the City provides. It is recommend that this money be used to improve the department's overall training program. All necessary steps have been completed with the college to begin receiving this money. Council already approved the appropriation of$10,000 on January 14, 2003;however, the check the Fire Department received was for $14, 383.75.ACTION: 1) Increased line item 100-3023-429400-2521 by $4, 383.75 to reflect the actual amount of money that was received from Santa Ana College. 2) Amended the revenue budget 100-3023-292100-2521 to reflect the additional $ 4,383.75 received from Santa Ana College.FISCAL IMP ACT: None; the program is funded entirely through Santa Ana College.3.7 Authorization for Orange Public Library to receive $1,797.54 in grant funding from the Arroyo Seco Library Network to purchase a multimedia projector.SUMMARY: Orange Public Library has been awarded $1,797.54 in grant funds from the multi-type library network to which the library belongs, for purchase of a multimedia projector. City Council authorization is needed to appropriate this money and to amend the revenue budget accordingly.ACTIONS: (1) Amended revenue budget to add $1,797.54 from Arroyo Seco Library Network grant funds to Account No. 100-2001-262900-9909; and (2) Appropriated 1,797. 54 of the ASLN grant funds CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) FISCAL IMPACT: After the appropriation is approved, sufficient funds will be available in the designated account for purchase, tax, and shipping of the multimedia projector. 3.8 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 Attorney's Office that the claim( s) be denied. a. Robert J . West (2 separate claims) b. Anthony Hurtado ACTION: Denied Claim(s) for damages and referred to City Attorney and Adjuster CONTRACTS 3.9 Final Acceptance of Bid 012-27; SP-3373; Grijalva Community Park Project, and authorizatiou to file Notice of Completion with the County Recorder ( No staff report required).SUMMARY: Bid 012-27; SP-3373; Grijalva Community Park Project. Contractor:Consolidated Contracting Services, Inc. Staff recommends acceptance of improvements.ACTION: Continued to March 25, 2003. FISCAL IMP ACT: None.3.10 Contract Change Order No.1: AGR-4211, Asphalt Replacemeut for Dunas Road from Fairhaven to Larkstone Avenue.SUMMARY: Contract Change Order No. I authorizes payment for extra work at agreed prices. The total amount for Contract Change Order No. 1 is $9,883.14.ACTION: Approved Contract Change Order No.1 in the amount of $ 9,883.14 to All American Asphalt Company for the extra work.FISCAL IMP ACT: Funds are budgeted and available in the following account:601-8041- 485100-8400 $ 9,883.14 Pipeline Renewal Materials PARCEL MAP 3.11 Parcel Map No. 2001-116 - Request for approval.SUMMARY: Parcel Map No. 2001-116 creates three parcels with access to Walnut Avenuethrougha CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11,2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) ACTION: Approved Final Parcel Map No. 2001-116, and accepted dedication for street purposes of Walnut Avenue as shown on the Parcel Map.FISCAL IMPACT: None.PARKING RESTRICTIONS 3.12 Request for the installation of red curb markings in front of 480 S. Devon Rd.SUMMARY: To improve visibility of oncoming traffic when entering or exiting this driveway, the installation of red curb markings have been requested by the proponent.ACTION: Approved the Traffic Commission's recommendation for the installation of II feet ofred curb in front of 480 S. Devon Rd.FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this type of work is provided in the department' s operating budget utilizing Gas Tax Exchange Funds in the Contractual Services Account No. 273-5032-427100.3.13 Request for the installation of red curb markings on both sides of the driveway serving 744 and 746 N. Eckhoff Street.SUMMARY: To improve visibility of oncoming traffic when entering or exiting this driveway, the installation of red curb markings at this location is requested by the proponent.ACTION: Approved the Traffic Commission's recommendation for installation of 176 feet of red curb in front of744 and 746 N. EckhoffSt.FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this type of work is provided in the department's operating budget utilizing Gas Tax Exchange Funds in the Contractual Services Account No. 273-5032-427100.RESOLUTIONS 3.14 RESOLUTION NO. 9706 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreclatJon to Richard Alarcon of the City of Orange Fire Department and commending him for twenty-nine years ofloyal and dedicated service.ACTION: Continued to March CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 3.15 RESOLUTION NO. 9707 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Mike Chenier ofthe City of Orange Fire Department and commending him for thirty-one years ofloyal and dedicated service.ACTION: Continued to March 25, 2003.3.16 RESOLUTION NO. 970S A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to John Jordan of the City of Orange Fire Department and commending him for more than twenty- four years ofloyal and dedicated service.ACTION: Continued to March 25, 2003.3.17 RESOLUTION NO. 9710 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Tom Thies of the City of Orange Fire Department and commending him for thirty- four years of loyal and dedicated service.ACTION: Continued to March 25,2003.3.18 RESOLUTION NO. 9711 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange expressing appreciation to Ralph Ybarra of the City of Orange Fire Department and commending him for twenty-nine years ofloyal and dedicated service.ACTION: Continued to March 25, 2003.3.19 RESOLUTION NO. 9712 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving Negative Declaration 1560-99, Tentative Tract Map 16322, Conditional Use Permit 2420-02, and Minor Site Plan Review 233-02 to allow the subdivision of6.l0 acres ofland for a 24 dwelling unit planned unit development property located at the southeast corner of Canal Street and Heim Avenue. Applicant: Fieldstone CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 3.20 RESOLUTION NO. 9713 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving Tentative Tract Map 16443 to allow the subdivision of 9.94 acres of land for condominium purposes upon property located on the west side of Eckhoff Street approximately 260 feet north of Orangewood Avenue (site address 604 thru 648 N. Eckhoff Street). Applicant: Guthrie Development Company ACTION: Approved 3.21 RESOLUTION NO. 9714 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange accepting a portion of the County of Orange's allocation of Per Capita Grant Program Funds from the State of California under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000 for a sports center/gymnasium at Grijalva Park; approving a financial assistance agreement therefor with the County of Orange; and authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation of the State of California to amend its Grant Contract with the City of Orange to reflect the assignment to the City of a portion of Orange County's Grant Allocation. ACTION: Approved 3.22 RESOLUTION NO. 9715 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange amending and revising the Master Schedule of Fees and Charges as authorized by Orange Municipal Code Chapter 3.10 relating to Leisure and Recreational Facilities and Services. ACTION: Approved TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 3.23 Request for the implementation of protected left-turn phasing at the intersection of Chapman Avenue and Malena Drive.SUMMARY: To improve efficiency of traffic flow by modifying the traffic signal to provide protected left-turn phasing at this intersection.ACTION: Approved the request.FISCAL IMPACT: The signal modification will be budgeted in the 2003/ 2004 Capital Improvement Plan. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Murphy AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche Items 3.9, 3.14, 3.15, 3.16, 3.17 and 3.18 were continued to March 25, 2003. All other items on the Consent Calendar were approved as recommended.END OF CONSENT CALENDAR 4. REPORTS FROM MAYOR MURPHY -Noue.5. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS - None.6. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS TAPE 680 6.1 Report by the Director of Public Works/City Eugineer on the City Traffic Commission's Annual Activity Report.SUMMARY: This report represents the issues reviewed and acted upon by the City Traffic Commission in the last year.The Public Works Director reviewed the annual report. In response to questions from Mayor pro tern Cavecche regarding stop signs, he stated most of the requests for stop signs are from the community, rather than staff initiated.MOTION - Alvarez SECOND .. Cavecche AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche ACTION: Received and filed report.6. 2 Reappoiut Diane Cotto and Mary Ellen Laster to the Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Committee (terms to expire March 31, 2005).MOTION - Cavecche SECOND - Coontz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche Councilmember Alvarez stated he had the opportunity to review the application process with Mary Ellen Laster and was impressed with the development of the application; and commended her for her efforts on this Committee.ACTION: Approved reappointments.PAGE 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 7.1 Report from the City Attorney on Ratification of Acquisition and Predevelopment Grant Agreement between Orange Redevelopment Agency, City of Orange and Orange Housing Development Corporation and other actions taken on October 22, 2002. SUMMARY: The City Council previously approved several items on October 22, 2002, which paved the way for Orange Housing Development Corporation to purchase property on West Chapman. However, due to a possible conflict involving one council member who voted, the City Attorney's office recommends that the City Council recast its vote on the actions that were taken. See Redevelopment Agency Minutes Item 7.1) Councilmember Alvarez stated, to stay consistent with his previous abstention on this project, he would have to step down due to a property interest on Lime Street; and left the dais. The City Attorney reported this is being brought back for ratification because at the time it was approved, it was approved by a 3-0 vote by the City Council because two Councilmembers were absent. Since then, it has become known that Councilmember Alvarez has a property interest within 500 feet of the project, which mayor may not cause a conflict of interest. If it did cause a conflict of interest, it could be that the contract could be voided by a court action. This ratification is necessary so the contract will not be voided and there can be some final determination on what happens if the proj ect is not approved, as this agreement speaks to both what the parties' interests will be if the project is approved or not approved.Councilmember Ambriz asked about the different fiscal scenarios if the project is not approved and what the alternate plans are for this property since the future use of the property is questionable.The City Attorney stated the contract would be in existence unless it was taken to court and voided. If the contract were to be voided, the City would have to come to some type of resolution with OHDC on whether or not the Agency should still get the property, or whether OHDC should refund the money and keep the property. The existing situation is that two of the properties have closed escrow and have been paid for with Redevelopment Agency funds and some City funds; and the properties are now held in the name of OHDC. The third property is in a pending escrow. The agreement says if the project is not approved, then the properties revert back to the Redevelopment Agency.The Economic Development Director stated if a housing project is not approved, it would be recommended to use Economic Development money to reimburse the housing fund. Then the Redevelopment Agency would own the property. A Request for Proposal could then be sent out to developers to submit proposals on what they would pay for the property and what type of development they would propose. Those proposals would be evaluated in terms of an economic development project. It was her recommendation that it is still a good idea to purchase the property and use it as one large parcel; because small parcel development is one of the biggest problems along West Chapman. Also, with having control of the site, the Agency can make PAGE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) restrictions in order to assure a quality project. She stated staff will provide an analysis to the Council of all other uses besides housing. Councilmember Coontz stated the problems along West Chapman have been in existence for many years. Most of the property is zoned C-2, and the lots have narrow depths and back up to residential; and it may be difficult to get a favorable response from the neighborhood for any type of development.Mayor pro tern Cavecche stated, for the record, in order to stay consistent with her public comments the last time, voting for approval of consolidating the property in no way determines a vote on the housing project that may come forward; but it is her belief that for the economic development of that area, it is important to consolidate the property.Mayor Murphy stated this reconfirms the purchase and transition of properties into a consolidated parcel and handles the mechanics and the accounting between the funds as well;and does not predetermine one particular direction in terms of the ultimate use of the property.This is really an administrative function to deal with this particular situation. He agrees that consolidating small parcels and having site control in order to give some direction no matter what the ultimate project is, is a better situation than what happens when there are smaller parcels that accumulate as individual types of development.Councilmember Coontz stated she will support the ratification but is concerned there is a lot of work to go through to have it be acceptable and have anybody want to purchase it who would be appreciated. She also stated this is a good reminder about the importance of conflicts of interest and being careful in participating in a vote when there is a conflict.Councilmember Ambriz expressed concern about the need to look at a Plan B and Plan C because in the event the property can not be sold at a profit, he would not want to sell the property; and instead, would like to see if the City Manager has a Plan C to see what else can be done with the property. It would not be in the financial interest of the City to purchase a property and not get a return on the investment. This situation has put the Council in a really bad position.MOTION - Murphy SECOND -- Cavecche A YES - Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche ABST AlN - Ambriz ABSENT - Alvarez ACTION: Moved to ratify the following actions:1. Adoption of Resolution No. 9668 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving an Acquisition and Pre-development Grant Agreement by and among the City of Orange, the Orange Redevelopment Agency and Orange Housing Development Corporation regarding property located on West Chapman Avenue between Lester Street and Citrus Street and making certain findings.PAGE1Q CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) 2. Transfer of $229,350 from Account No. 317-9660-485100-1210 ( prior year HOME Community Housing Development Organization [CHDO] Funds) and $533, 336 from Account No. 317-9660-485100-1250 (prior year HOME Developer Funds) to Account No. 317-9660-485802-9208 (HOME - Citrus Apartments Acquisition Grant project account) [CITY]3. Appropriation of $204,000 from HOME Developer Funds to Account No. 317-9661-485802-9208 ( HOME - Citrus Apartments Acquisition) for the project. [CITY]4. Appropriation of $119,000 from Federal Rental Rehabilitation Funds to Account No. 316-9661-485802-9208 ( Federal Rental Rehab - Citrus Apartments Acquisition) for the project.CITY]5. Transfer of $ 146,251 in Set-aside Funds from Account No. 913-9800-485701-9152 Esplanade Apartment Project) and $75,238 in Set-aside Funds from Account No. 941-9800-485702-9151 (Villa Modena Housing Project) to Account No. 941-9800-485802-9208 (Housing Set-aside - Citrus Apartments Acquisition) for the project. [AGENCY]6. Appropriation of $695,261 in Housing Set-aside Funds to Account No. 941-9800-485802-9208 (Housing Set- aside - Citrus Apartments Acquisition) for the project. [AGENCY]7. Appropriation of$ 239,700 in Housing Rehabilitation Loan Funds to Account No. 931-9800-485802-9208 (Housing Rehab -- Citrus Apartments Acquisition) for the project. [AGENCY]Councilmember Alvarez returned to the dais. 7.2 Report from the Police Chief on equipment upgrades to 9-1-1 system and purchase aud installation of furniture to accommodate new equipment.SUMMARY: The upgrade and enhancements that will be provided by this project is vital to the handling of 9-1-1 calls received by the City's Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP). It will prepare the City to address issues involved in the receipt of wireless 9-1-1 calls and allow our dispatchers to better serve our police department, fire department, and the public in our community. A request had been submitted from staff to continue CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11,2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) TAPE 1175 7.3 Report from Community Services Director on Status of Recreational Trails. The Community Services Manager reviewed the Status report, including a report on the Master Plan of Recreational Trails, Bikeways Master Plan and Santiago Creek Conceptual Master Plan; and current projects including the Santiago Creek Bike Trail, Santiago Creek Restoration and Tustin Branch Trail. He suggested a joint study session with the Park Commission and the City Council which would allow for the development of short and long term goals and a strategic plan for funding sources. Council Ouestions Councilmember Alvarez asked about the Santiago Creek Bike Trail and the 1.4 mile stretch which has funds set aside for completion. The Community Services Manager stated the 1.4 mile stretch of trail starts at the Orange/Santa Ana border, across the Creek, through the underpass at Glassell and travels through Hart Park to the Cambridge Bridge. Councilmember Ambriz asked about the Tustin Branch Trail and if there is another cycle of funds available through the Transportation Equity program and if the City is pursuing those funds. The Public Works Director stated there is a call for projects currently with a filing date of April 14. The call includes pedestrian and bike facilities and also historical preservation projects which the City will be pursuing. An agency may be awarded up to $500,000, but the City would have to identify matching funds to be eligible for the funding. Councilmember Alvarez asked about a current bill for a conservancy for the Santa Ana River, which includes Santiago Creek; and if the City was pursuing this. He asked about the Master Plan standards and how they will be addressed when the Fieldstone project comes forward. It was indicated City staff is looking at this bill and is working with other agencies to build partnerships in order to pursue opportunities like this. Also, the current trail proposals which are included in the Fieldstone project are consistent with the Master Plan of Recreational Trails. Public Comments TAPE 1670 Roy Shebazian, 3808 E. Palm, encouraged the development of the trail system in a timely manner and asked Council to give careful consideration to the Master Plan of Trails in the Capital Improvement Program. Peter Wetzel, 7217 E. LaCumbre, spoke in support of the development of the trails. PAGE 12 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) Chuck McNees, address on file, spoke in support of implementing trails, which he considers to be lateral parks. Mark Sandford, address on file, spoke on the Colony Trail, which connects the regional park system and the need to complete one linkage of that trail; and asked the City to look at safe crossings of Santiago Canyon Road. Council Comments Councilmember Coontz stated she asked for this oral report because Consent Calendar items do not relay the information to the community. She has participated in planning projects over the years involving consultants and Council committees and they were all geared to the public's desire to reach success. Two different plans were for sports gymnasiums; and three plans addressed either the development of a new public library or a Main Library addition. Many times major public interest projects disappear a piece at a time and eventually vanish, which is what happened to all those projects. When she became Mayor, Councilmember Coontz vowed this would not happen again. Projects like the sports gymnasium at Grijalva and the Main Library addition are now taking place with due diligence of the Council and the staff. However, for the last two years, she has been disappointed and frustrated with the efforts for recreational trails, which are major linear park additions to the existing park system; and many of these efforts are not new and go back more than a decade. One of the problems is the Council has not been brought up to date. She requested an update, which was to come before the Council last year and she appreciates the efforts of the Community Services Department which was recently designated as the lead department. Councilmember Coontz stated there has been, and will continue to be, confusion with the five recreational trail plans and they need to be sorted out. There are different plans, different financing opportunities and in some cases, limited or no designated funds, no action to accumulate funds, nor designated staff who can lead and cut across all the other involved departments or outside governmental oversights of Federal, State and County agencies. She complimented Pamela Galera, member of the Community Service Department, but there are five trail plans which takes a great deal of time and effort. Consultants have told the City that one person was needed for each of the trail plans. Councilmember Coontz noted the City is in a budget crunch - not the first for Orange, but that is no excuse for not brining the public, the Park Planning Commission and the Council up to date.The City has the oblation to recognize many individuals who have worked through the community and planning sessions. There are questions and recommendations about the future of the projects and the City's need to prioritize its commitment is essential to avoid shelving the projects. PAGE 13 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) Instead of simply receiving and filing this report, Councilmember Coontz requested the City Manager set up individual informational meetings for the members of the Council and the Park Planning Commission before a suggested joint study session is calendared. There are five different trail plans, and it would be too confusing to go into a Study Session without briefings ahead of time. Mayor Murphy agreed a study session is a good idea and the Council can request briefings if they need them. Councilmember Ambriz expressed concern that the City needs to speed up the implementation of the trails system; and the Council needs to give direction to staff to do this. The City Manager stated staff will put packets together and set up briefings for the Council. He explained that when the Master Plan of Recreational Trails was adopted in 1993, that was just prior to City-wide layoffs. Economic times were bad and there were few dollars available for trails. Once the financial recovery started, the City had to prioritize funds and staff is tying to make a coordinated effort to do so. The City is making progress and after a study session, the Council can then make priorities.Councilmember Coontz stated it is important to make priorities so when the money is available,the City is ready. She asked for a chart outlining where the money is coming from and how it relates to each project. It is important to have someone who can cut across all agencies and departments and move this issue forward.MOTION - Coontz SECOND - Alvarez AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche ACTION: Moved to receive and file report; and direct staff to initiate the process for individual Council briefings and then schedule a joint Study Session in the near future.8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER - None.9.LEGAL AFFAIRS TAPE 2435 9.1 ORDINANCE NO. 6-03 (SECOND READING)An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange Amending Chapter 10.06 of the Orange Municipal Code regarding the City Traffic Commission.MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Coontz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche PAGE 14 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 9. LEGAL AFFAIRS (Continued) Moved that Ordinance No. 6-03 be read by title only and same was approved and adopted by the preceding vote.9.2 ORDINANCE NO. 9-03 ( FIRST READING)An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange amending Section 10.14.050 of Chapter 10.14 of the Orange Municipal Code pertaining to speed limits.Location:Serrano Avenue from Orange Park Blvd toSan Lorenzo/Parkhurst Serrano Avenue from San Lorenzo/Parkhurst to Kendra Drive Councilmember Alvarez expressed concern about the speeding along Serrano and asked how the City will be monitoring the traffic volumes and speeds.The Public Works Director stated adoption of this Ordinance will provide an enforceable speed zone on Serrano and the City will actively review and monitor the situation.MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Coontz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche Moved that Ordinance No. 9-03 be read by title only and same was set for second reading by the preceding vote. 10. RECESS TO THE MEETING OF THE ORANGE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION The City Council recessed at 6:00 p.m. to a Closed Session for the following purposes: a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 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 b. Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. 6. Employee organizations: Police and Fire Associations, Top Management and Executive Directors. City's representative: Steven Pham, Personnel Director c. 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 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 7:00 P.M. SESSION 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mel Vernon, address on file, on behalf of Keep Orange Clean, spoke in support of zoning codes as they relate to RV parking. Jeff Mulford, North Clinton Street, spoke in support of enforcing current zoning codes as they pertain to RV parking; and submitted pictures for the Council to review. Judy Schroeder, address on file, expressed a public apology to Councilmember Ambriz for a statement made at a previous Council meeting. 13.PUBLIC HEARINGS TAPE 2920 13.1 VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF EASEMENT Time set for public hearing to consider the vacation and abandomnent of a portion of an existing easement for public road and highway purposes on real property located westerly of The City Drive and north of its intersection with Chapman Avenue. The adjoining property owner is requesting this vacation since the area has not been used as a public road for many years. The Public Works Director provided a brief report. MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING THERE BEING NO SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION NO. 9704 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange vacating a portion of an easement for public road and highway purposes on real property generally located westerly of The City Drive and North of its intersection with Chapman Avenue. MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Ambriz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche ACTION: Approved.PAGE 16 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March II, 2003 13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) 13.2 TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 16454, ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT 38-03 - CENTEX HOMES Time set for public hearing to consider Tentative Tract Map 16454, a request to construct a 121 dwelling unit development, and Administrative Adjustment 38-03, a request to reduce the minimum interior side yard setback from 5 feet to 4 feet, upon property located at the northwest comer of Serrano Avenue and Kendra Drive (Planning Area 9-a of the Serrano Heights Specific Plan).The environmental impacts of the proposal have been reviewed per approved final Environmental Impact Report 1305. Staff Report The Community Development Director provided a brief report on the project. This is an area of high density which could allow up to 24 units per acre. Instead, the developer has proposed 121 detached condominium type units in a cluster development around courtyards, with a gross density of just over 7 dwelling units per acre. Council Ouestions Councilmember Coontz asked for clarification on the terminology which is confusing, as the report states both condominium development and single family residences.The Community Development Director stated they are detached dwelling units In a condominium development.Councilmember Alvarez clarified that the designation is condominium and asked if the project fits within the zoning that is proposed for condominiums.The Community Development Director stated in terms of the Specific Plan, it does allow multi family units which can be condominiums or apartment units and allows a range of density that is higher than what is being proposed.Councilmember Ambriz asked for clarification that the developer was entitled to build 335 units,but scaled it down to 121.The Community Development Director stated approximately 335 units could be allowed between both of the remaining parcels - 9-a and 9-b. This project is in 9-a, which is the larger of the two, and is coming in at 121 units, which is significantly less than could be built under the Specific Plan.Mayor pro tern Cavecche asked about the elevations of the back of the units which face Serrano and the line of site CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) The Community Development Director stated one of the conditions of approval states that the building elevations facing public streets shall be enhanced by the addition of building trim, window pop-outs and window treatments; and that prior to issuance of building permits, the DRC shall review and approve final plans.Mayor Murphy noted for the record that a letter had been received from Thomas Broz in support of the project.MAYOR MURPHY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING Frank Elfend, Elfend and Associates, 18101 Von Karman, Irvine, representing the Applicant,briefly reviewed the project. In response to Council questions, he indicated the elevation between Serrano and the rear of the homes ranges from 15 to 50 feet, and landscaping will be provided on the slope. Also, the auto court is not calculated as part of the open space requirement, but will be treated as part of it.THERE BEING NO OTHER SPEAKERS, MAYOR MURPHY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING Council Comments Councilmember Alvarez stated he had visited a similar project and was impressed with the development; and thanked the applicant for initiating the additional treatment along the rear of the units.Councilmember Ambriz spoke favorably on the project, indicating it was nice to see Serrano going all the way through to Anaheim.Mayor pro tern Cavecche complimented the architect, stating the elevations were the nicest she had seen since being on the Council.Mayor Murphy stated he had also visited a similar development and appreciated the applicant reducing the density with this project.MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Coontz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche Approved Tentative Tract Map 16454 as outlined in Planning Commission Resolution No. PC-08-03. MOTION - Alvarez SECOND - Coontz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche PAGE1S CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2003 13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) Approved Administrative Adjustment 38-03 as outlined in Planning Commission Resolution No. PC-14-03.14. PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT - None. 15. ADJOURNMENT MOTION - Cavecche SECOND - Ambriz AYES - Ambriz, Alvarez, Mayor Murphy, Coontz, Cavecche The City Council adjourned at 7:40 p.m. in memory of Ella Mae Fee, retired Community Development Department Secretary, to an Adjourned Regular Meeting, March 18, 2003, 5:00 p. m. at City Hall in the Weimer Room to discuss Fiscal Year 2003-04 Budget Goals. 1A4--rA#~~<<-<~.aG CASSANDRA J. THCART, CMC CITY CLERK jt( J t- rt.;;;IiMARKA.M MAYOR PAGE19 1 .