5/23/2000 - Council Minutes - CC Minutes Reg Meeting
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 13, 2000
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
OF A REGULAR MEETING May 23, 2000
The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on May 23, 2000 at 4:30 p.m. in a
Regular Meeting in the Council Chambers, 300 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange, California.
4:30 P.M. SESSION
1. OPENING
1.1 INVOCATION
Pastor Perry Hipple, Church of the Nazarene
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Councilman Alvarez
1.3 ROLL CALL
PRESENT - Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
ABSENT - Murphy (Councilman Murphy arrived at 4:37 p.m.)
1.4
PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS
Tape 75
Employee Recognition Service Awards were presented by the City Manager to Kathy
Dascomb (Fire), Judy Kohrs and Melody Smith (Police), and Stu Stark and Bill Trapp
(Public Works).
Mayor Coontz reported that several years ago she had recommended monthly
coordinating meetings to identify and alleviate the impacts that freeway construction has
on City streets. Councilman Slater, City staff, and staff from Caltrans and Orange
County Transportation Autbority (OCT A) join her in this effort. Mayor Coontz had
requested that OUSD be included in this committee, as closure and detours can have a
significant impact on school children who ride, bike or walk to school. She enjoyed
being a part of the Walnut Street Bridge opening celebration where she had the
opportunity to meet Handy School children, parents and teachers. Caltrans is to be
commended for the extra care they took in communicating and coordinating with the
schools, and providing bus transportation when needed. The good news is the City has a
1 Y, years of construction behind it. When the construction is finished in 2002, it will be
well worth the four years, the stress, and $118 million spent by the two lead agencies.
Sandy Freedman, Caltrans Public Information Officer for the SR-55 North Improvement
Project, presented a commemorative plaque to tbe City on behalf of Caltrans and OCTA,
marking the Walnut Avenue over crossing as tbe first major milestone achieved for the
SR-55 North Improvement Project. Next month the LaVeta Avenue over crossing will
mark the second major milestone.
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1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS (Continued)
A proclamation declaring May 21 to 27, 2000 as "National Public Works Week" was
presented to Harry Thomas, Director of Public Works, Stu Stark (Water Division), Bill
Trapp (Engineering Division), Dennis Schmitz (Traffic Division) and Bob Von
Schimmelman (Streets Division).
Captain Bob Gustafson presented a proclamation declaring May, 2000, as ''National Drug
Court Montb" to the Honorable Ron Kreber, the Honorable Marjorie Caster, and Ralph
Rogers, ofthe Drug Court System.
Mayor Coontz announcements:
· Applications are being accepted for Citizens Police Academy Class No. 10, which
will be held September 7" through November 16". Classes are held at the Orange
Police Department on Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. for eleven
weeks.
. May 11, 2000 - Citizens Police Academy Class No.9 Graduation
. Public Safety Department's Open Houses:
May 13, 2000 - Fire Services Day
May 20, 2000 - Police Open House
. May 16, 2000 - Orange Grove Masonic Lodge - Community Appreciation Night.
City of Orange employees who received honors were Wendy Saunders, Thomas
Weekley, and Katby Dascomb (Fire Department), Corporal Jerry Burgess, Tom
Bevins, and Trish Sharkey (Police Department), and John Loertscher (Public Works
Department). Mike Learakos, Katella Grill, was nominated as the community
representative. Sean Greenfield, Orange Grove Masonic Lodge, presented Dennis
Schmitz, Senior Civil Engineer for the City's Public Works Department, with a
plaque and gift certificate to tbe Mall of Orange for his dedication to the pursuit of
excellence and commitment to do his best in serving the public.
· May 23, 2000 - Bone Marrow Drive at Orange Police Department. This drive is
particularly significant because of the need of bone marrow for Lieutenant John
Whitely. Approximately 350 people attended and over $1,500 was donated. Another
drive will be held at the C.O.P.S. Expo at the Mall of Orange.
. June 1, 2000 - OUSD's 5" Annual Exposition of the Arts at Chapman University's
Guggenheim Gallery at 5:00 p.m.
. June 3 and 4, 2000 - C.O.P.S. EXPO at Orange Mall, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. on
Saturday and 11 :00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
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1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS (Continued)
· Chapman University women's Panthers softball team won the West Region
Championship on Sunday, May 14th and traveled to Salem, Virginia last weekend to
compete in tbe college World Series. Chapman finished second in the nation among
393 NCAA Division III participating schools. Chapman's baseball team will
compete for the national title this weekend in Appleton, Wisconsin after winning the
West Region Championships at Georgetown, Texas. Chapman is one of only eight
teams remaining in the Division III World Series, which begins on Friday, May 26th.
· Fashion Show at The Block at which Mayor Coontz was a model for Hilo Hati's. The
fashion show was held to help prevent cigarettes use by teens.
· The meeting was adjourned in memory of Ranald Fairbairn, who served on the OUSD
board and was a prominent real estate broker and outstanding community leader.
The Director of Public Works announced Public Works Open House will be held on May
25,2000 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the City Corporation Yard on Struck Avenue.
Councilman Murphy reported on his participation, as well as the participation of
Councilmen Alvarez and Slater, at the Walkathon for Friedreich's Ataxia, held May 20,
2000. Monies were raised for a local Orange student, Chelsea Lane, who is suffering
from this disease. Contributions can be sent to FARA, a non-profit organization
dedicated to research of the disease, at 3550 E. Marywood, Orange, CA 92867.
***
Councilman Alvarez announced that he will be co-hosting a town hall meeting with a
parent organization on May 24, 2000 in the Council Chambers. This will be a neutral
forum. The purpose of the meeting is to get information out to the general public.
Mayor Coontz distributed to Councilmembers a flier publicizing the town hall meeting
which indicates that the "Orange City Council" wants to know why hundreds of teachers
are leaving Orange Unified School District (OUSD). Mayor Coontz noted that the flier is
misleading as the City Council has nothing to do with the town hall meeting nor has any
jurisdiction over the school district. The meeting location in the Council Chambers has
led people to believe tbat it is a City-sanctioned event. Mayor Coontz indicated tbat it is
her understanding that Councilman Alvarez is facilitating the meeting of concerned
parents and teachers union representatives, and that the school board is not planning to
attend. Mayor Coontz further commented that Council is concerned and would like to
see an amicable resolution. The policy for use of the Council Chambers needs to be
reviewed. No political activities should take place in the Chambers. Mayor Coontz
requested Council input on the town hall meeting issue.
Councilman Alvarez commented that he has the right as an elected official to hold a
public meeting in the Council Chambers, and clarified that he did not produce, give
approval, or had ever seen the subject flier prior to this time. To his knowledge, the
Informed Parents Association did not create the flier.
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1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS (Continued)
Councilman Slater commented tbat OUSD's current situation is of interest to Council, as
Council would like to see tbe school problem resolved. It is hurting the community and
the image of Orange. The City has a good school district. Councilman Slater stated that
he wishes all teachers could get paid more money and feels that all teachers are
underpaid. The problem is if there isn't money to raise the salaries, then it is just not
there. The question is - who is right and who is not right? Councilman Slater expressed
appreciation that County Auditor Controller David Sundstrom and County Treasurer John
Moorlach have given tbeir perspective on this issue.
Councilman Murphy commented that he would also like a see a resolution to this
problem which has been going on for too long. It's going to take an independent
arbitrator which both sides can trust to figure tbis out. The information from David
Sundstrom and John Moorlach will help provide a financial approach. There are
problems to address in terms of salaries and compensation to insure that the City has
quality teachers. Councilman Murphy expressed concern with the erroneous information
placed in the flier.
Mayor pro tem Spurgeon commented that he would not take sides on this issue.
However, he is greatly concerned and hopes that a neutral party can be brought in that
both sides will listen to.
Mayor Coontz commented that one of the reasons she came to the City of Orange in 1961
was because of the reputation of the schools. Over the years she has volunteered with the
school district, having served for 7'1z years on the Steering Committee. There is a
nationwide problem with teachers not receiving tbe respect they deserve and being
underpaid. The union, the State's funding mechanisms, and the organizational structure
of schools are other issues that needs to be resolved. OUSD is one of the largest districts
in Orange County. It may be a good idea for tbe school district to look at the
organizational structure of other districts. Mayor Coontz further commented on the need
to be careful about the City's involvement in issues like this.
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Tape 1887
Alec Ortlieb, 243 Calle Grande, expressed concern with signage blight in the City,
particularly on East Chapman. The City Manager responded that Code Enforcement is in
the process of putting together a sweep for the East Chapman area. A status report will
be provided to Council as they move through this process.
Carole Walters, (address on file), commented on fliers distributed in the community and
the appointment process to the Park, Planning and Development Commission.
Shirley Grindle, 5021 E. Glen Arran, encouraged Council to participate on a ranger
guided tour of Peter's Canyon Regional Park, indicating that it will be dramatically
affected by the proposed Santiago Hills Phase II development.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Continued)
Bob Bennyhoff, 10642 Morada Drive, Orange Park Acres, commented on the current
situation with OUSD.
3.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Tape 2280
3.1 Declaration of City Clerk, Cassandra J. Cathcart, declaring posting of City Council
agendas of an adjourned regular at 3:30 p.m. and regular meeting of May 23, 2000
at Orange Civic Center, Main Library at 101 N. Center Street, Police facility at 1107
North Batavia, the Eisenhower Park Bulletin Board, and summarized on Time-
Warner Communications, all of said locations being in the City of Orange and freely
accessible to members of the public at least 72 hours before commencement of said
regular meeting.
ACTION: Accepted Declaration of Agenda Posting and authorized its retention as a
public record in the Office ofthe City Clerk.
3.2 Request Council Confirmation of warrant registers dated May 4 and 11, 2000.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.3 Receive and file Treasurer's Report, period ending April 30, 2000.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.4 Request approval of City Council Minutes, Adjourned Regular Meeting, May 2,
2000, and Regular Meeting, May 9, 2000.
ACTION:
Approved.
3.5 Consideration to waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the
Agenda.
ACTION:
Approved.
AGREEMENTS
3.6 Agreement for the transfer of ownership of the Police Service Dog, "Bart", currently
assigned to the Police Department's Canine Team from the City of Orange to
Canine Officer Vie Steele.
SUMMARY: Canine Officer Vic Steele has been assigned to the Police Department's
Canine Team for the past three years with "Bart" as his canine partner. Recently, "Bart"
was diagnosed witb a tumor on his right hip and Officer Steele has requested to leave the
Canine Team and return to regular patrol officer duties. As "Bart" has lived with the
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Steele family for the past three and a half years while Officer Steele has been the dog's
handler, it is the Police Department's recommendation that his ownership be transferred
from tbe City of Orange to Officer Vic Steele.
ACTION: Approved the Agreement transferring ownership of "Bart" to Officer Vic
Steele.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
3.7 Second Amendment to Attorney Services Agreement with the law firm of Woodruff,
Spradlin & Smart.
SUMMARY: The City currently has an agreement with Woodruff, Spradlin & Smart for
an amount not to exceed $40,000 to provide legal services in connection with matters
related to the environmental condition of Yorba Park. The City Attorney is requesting
that an additional $30,000 be appropriated for continued legal services.
ACTION: Approved amendment and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on
behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Sufficient funds are available in Legal Services Account No. 740-
0301-426100-00106.
3.8 Amendment No.2 to Cooperative Agreement No. C-94-664.
SUMMARY: Amendment No.2 to Cooperative Agreement No. C-94-664 with tbe
Orange County Transportation Authority, OCTA has been prepared to establish the
City's contribution towards the preparation of engineering plans for widening of the La
Veta and Meats Avenue overcrossings and the Northbound Katella onramp.
ACTION: Approved amendment and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on
behalfoftbe City.
FISCAL IMPACTS: Funds have been budgeted and are available in the following
accounts: 262-5011-483300-3820 Katella/55 Fwy. Ramp $33,208.59, and 550-5011-
483300-3430 Meats Interchange Study $150,000.00.
APPROPRIATION
3.9 Purchase of benches and trash receptacles at bus stops from Keystone Ridge
Designs.
SUMMARY: A request for Council authorization to purchase 55 bus benches and 55
trash receptacles on a sole source basis from Keystone Ridge Designs in the amount of
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
$93,566.50. This purchase is funded by a $99,075 Transportation Demand Management
Grant awarded to the City in 1998 from Orange County Transportation Authority.
ACTION: Approved purchase and appropriated $99,075.00 to Account No. 550-5031-
485100-3199 for the purchase and installation of the bus benches and trash receptacles.
FISCAL IMPACT: In 1998, the City was awarded a Transportation Demand
Management grant totaling $99,075 for the purpose of purchasing and installing bus
benches and trash receptacles at the busiest bus stops throughout the City. Sufficient
funds will be available in Account No. 550-5031-485100. The City will be reimbursed
by the Orange County Transportation Authority upon receipt of the city's purchase order.
BIDS
3.10 Award of Bid No. 990-28 for Premium Unleaded Gasoline
SUMMARY: Premium unleaded gasoline is used throughout the city vehicle fleet for
daily operations.
ACTION: Awarded Bid No. 990-28 to Southern Counties Oil Co. of Orange for the
delivery size of 6,000 or more gallons, and to Petro-Diamond of Irvine for delivery sizes
of 2,500-5,999 gallons and 0-2,499 gallons and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute on behalf of tbe City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds in the amount of $250,000. have been budgeted for unleaded
gasoline in the FY 1999/2000 budget.
3.11 CLAIMS
The City Attorney recommends that the Orange City Council deny the following claims
for damages:
a. Mercury Insurance for James A. Hall, Jr.
b. Heirs of Michael Rebaza
ACTION: Denied claims for damages and referred to City Attorney and Adjuster.
CONTRACTS
3.12 Approve a consulting services contract with DMG Maximus to conduct aD executive
recruitment for the positions of City Librarian and Community Development
Director.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
SUMMARY: The City is utilizing the services of DMG Maximus, a well-known
consulting firm specializing in public sector recruitment, to conduct an executive search
for the City Librarian and Community Development Director positions in an amount not
to exceed $38,500. As part oftbe City's agreement, DMG will conduct all the necessary
steps to recruit the most qualified candidates for tbese critical positions for the City.
ACTION: Approved contract and authorized tbe Mayor and City Clerk to execute on
behalfoftbe City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Adequate funds are available in tbe FY 1999/00 budget in Account
No. 100-0201-426700.
3.13 Award of Contract - Bid No. 990-23; Project SP-3302; Slurry Seal Various Streets
and City Facility Parking Areas for the fiscal year 1999-2000.
SUMMARY: This project is part of the annual maintenance activities and is designed to
prolong pavement life of various residential streets and parking facilities by slurry
sealing. The City facilities to be slurry sealed are listed below:
Police Department Parking Lots and Visitor Lot - 637 W. Struck Avenue, Taft Branch
Library Parking Lot - 740 E. Taft Avenue, El Modena Branch Library Parking Lot - 380
S. Hewes Street, Community Development Parking Lot - 134 S. Grand Street,
Eisenhower Park Parking Lot, Buena Vista St. Parking Lot, El Camino Park (s/w lot),
Water Facilities (various well sites) - Well No. 18, Well No. 20, Reservoir I, lA,
Reservoir 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 and Reservoir 9, Killifer Park, Olive Park Parking Lot.
ACTION: Awarded a contract in the amount of$182,486.50 to Doug Martin Contracting
Company, Inc., 220 E. Foundation Avenue, La Habra, CA 90631, and authorized the
Mayor and the City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted and available in the following accounts:
500-5021-481105-4997 $39,955.00 (Municipal Parking Lot), 262-5021-483300-3120
$141,775.00 (Local Street Maintenance), and 601-5021-481105-4997 $7,756.50
(Municipal Parking Lot) - Total $182,486.50.
3.14 Extend Consultant Agreement for City's Development Grading Inspection Services.
SUMMARY: The Second Amendment to a geotechnical consulting contract for Earth
Mechanics, Inc., for geotechnical review and grading inspection of private developments
in the City, extending tbe term for two more years in an amount not to exceed $70,000
per year is proposed.
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ACTION: Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Second Amendment to an
Agreement with Earth Mechanics, Inc. on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT: Actual cost oftbis contract up to $70,000 per year is reimbursable by
private developers using Account No. 100-5012-426700. No additional appropriation is
requested.
(REMOVED AND HEARD SEPARATELY)
PARKING REMOVAL
3.15 Request for the temporary removal of on-street parking from both sides of Glassell
St. between Maple Ave. and Walnut Ave. to accommodate a street reconstruction
project.
SUMMARY: Public Works is requesting the temporary removal of on-street parking
from both sides of Glassell St. between Maple Ave. and Walnut Ave. from June 5, 2000
through September 5, 2000, to accommodate a street reconstruction project.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
Discussion: Carole Walters, (address on file), asked if parking arrangements have been
made for the businesses on Glassell at Palm? The Director of Public Works replied that
the parking that is currently available will continue to be available, except within the
limits of the construction project. Parking will also be available in Chapman University's
parking structure at no charge commencing June 1" for a period of 60 days.
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Slater
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to approve.
PERMIT PARKING
3.16 Approval of "NO FEE" parking permits in Municipal Parking Lot "J" IS. Orange
St.] for the Assistance League of Orange (10 spaces), and 1" United Methodist
Church (2 spaces) and review this waiver annually.
SUMMARY: The Assistance League of Orange and First United Methodist Church are
requesting issuance of "NO FEE" parking permits to accommodate their charitable
medical and community activities. This request is reviewed annually by the City
Council.
ACTION: Approved.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
FISCAL IMPACT: Loss of$1,440 annual parking permit fees.
3.17 Request for temporary suspension of permit parking restrictions within Area "A"
(downtown).
SUMMARY: Orange High School will hold their annual Baccalaureate and Graduation
Ceremony at their campus on Sunday - June 11, 2000 and Thursday - June 15, 2000,
respectively. Due to anticipated attendance it may be necessary to park in the
surrounding residential neighborhood which restricts on-street parking except by Permit.
ACTION: Approved.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
RATIFICATION OF DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY
3.18 Review the existence of a local emergency as declared on April 1, 1999 (Vista Royale
Tract).
ACTION: Approved.
3.19 Review the need to continue the installation of a methane gas control system at
Yorba Park in response to an emergency.
ACTION: Approved.
RESOLUTIONS
3.20 RESOLUTION NO. 9252
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving the sale of City-owned
surplus real property generally located north of La Veta Avenue between Lemon Street
and Olive Street to the Orange Redevelopment Agency for redevelopment purposes and
making certain findings.
ACTION: Approved.
3.21 RESOLUTION NO. 9266
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange finally accepting the completion
of a certain public work and improvement; Bid No. 990-17; SP 3292; John Beck;
Asbestos Abatement and Demolition and Right of Way clearance at the former Bank of
American site, 345 East Chapman Avenue.
ACTION: Approved.
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3.22 RESOLUTION NO. 9268
A Resolution of tbe City Council of the City of Orange approving the submittal of the
California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction grant application.
ACTION: Approved.
3.23 RESOLUTION NO. 9271
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving the submittal of
Transportation Improvement Projects to the Orange County Transportation Autbority for
funding under the Combined Transportation Funding Program.
ACTION: Approved.
3.24 RESOLUTION NO. 9272
A Resolution of tbe City Council of the City of Orange temporarily closing a section of
Walnut Avenue between Orange Street and Center Street, and the temporary suspension
of permit parking requirements witbin Area "A" (downtown area) for a special event
from 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 noon, May 27-28, 2000.
Event: Annual Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremonies at Chapman University.
ACTION: Approved.
SPECIAL EVENTS
3.25 Request for temporary closure of Acacia Ave. between Lime St. and Jewell PI. for a
block party on Sunday, May 21, 2000 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
SUMMARY: The residents of Acacia Ave. between Lime St. and Jewell PI. have
petitioned the City to temporarily close this portion of their street to hold a block party.
The request was not submitted by the area residents until May 11, 2000, this request was
granted administratively and is being presented to the City Council for ratification.
ACTION: Ratified tbe decision to grant the request of the residents which temporarily
closed Acacia Avenue between Lime Street and Jewell Place on Sunday, May 21, 2000
for their block party.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
- Spurgeon
- Alvarez
- Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Item No. 3.15 was removed and heard separately. The remainder of the Consent
Calendar was approved as recommended.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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4.
REPORTS FROM MAYOR COONTZ
Tape 2513
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Used Car Sales Activity at Santiago Canyon College.
Mayor Coontz reported that used car sales activity is taking place every weekend year round at
Santiago Canyon College. This activity has been promoted in the newspaper, fliers, and on a
Channel 50 presentation. Concern was expressed that this type of activity is not the vision for
this part of town, as Santiago Hills and the other residential developments in this area are in
planned communities. Mayor Coontz expressed concern witb the college promoting sales on
State property, as well as concerns with zoning and liability. The City denied an application for
CarMax to operate a legitimate operation of used car sales on the west end of town. Mayor
Coontz requested that the City Manager and City Attorney look into this matter.
The City Attorney responded that tbese issues are being reviewed and a report will be provided
to Council.
Dog Parks in the City
Mayor Coontz commented that there has been some interest expressed in having a dog park in
the City. The Director of Community and Library Services reported that staff has had
discussions over the past year with a group of dog owners who are concerned that there is not a
recreational area in the City specifically for dogs. Liability issues have been discussed with the
City Attorney. There are some concerns and restrictive measures that must be met. A meeting
will be held within the next week or so with tbe dog owners group to finalize ideas and
conceptual plans for a dog park. A report will be provided to the City Manager and to Council.
It was noted that the group of dog owners have acquired funding for all that is needed.
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5.
REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Tape 2708
5.1 Councilman Slater - Discuss requesting the City Traffic Commission study parking
restrictions in and around Santiago Hills Park for holidays only.
Councilman Slater reported tbat residents of Santiago Hills Phase I approached him after Easter
about tbe overflow of vehicles at Santiago Hills Park, due to Irvine Park filling up quickly on
holidays. On Easter, Irvine Park filled up at 8:30 a. m. and no one was allowed to enter the park
after that time. Due to the overflow, residents could not use their local Santiago Hills Park.
Councilman Slater said that the City Attorney indicated that some type of parking restriction in
the neighborhood for holidays only is legal. The Police Department has confirmed that the
parking restriction would be enforceable. The Traffic Engineer indicated tbat signs could be
posted, as signs are already posted for street sweeping. The next step would be to get together
with Antbony Torres, who is very active in tbe community. Neighborhoods impacted would
need to be designated and petitions circulated which could be directed to the City Traffic
Commission. Councilman Slater stated that due to this problem, he would like the $400
administrative fee waived. He would like staff and the City Traffic Commission to make a
recommendation with regards to passes that would have to be issued on holidays to
accommodate residents that want to have parties or people over to their houses. The community
would like this to happen as soon as possible as this situation occurs every time a holiday comes
along. Councilman Slater also suggested tbat the Police Department monitor Santiago Hills Park
more carefully, as last weekend someone pulled onto the park with a truck and loaded up their
picnic tables, etc.
Speaking in favor:
Anthony Torres, 218 N. Sweetwater Lane, commented that over 15,000 people were at Irvine
Regional Park on Easter Sunday. Irvine Regional Park was closed to vehicles by 8:30 a.m., thus
causing tbe overflow of vehicles to park on the side streets, leaving no parking for the residents
or visitors to the area. Mr. Torres further commented that a photograph was taken by City staff
of the damage done to Santiago Hills Park by a vehicle that was loading and unloading furniture.
Jamal Taylor, (submitted speaker card)
Mayor Coontz asked if the County Sheriff would be responsible for tbis area? Would the
signage be permanent or temporary? The City Manager explained that the neighborhood is
located within tbe City's jurisdiction and would be serviced by the Orange Police Department.
The Traffic Division of Public Works will meet with the community and explain the process. A
report and recommendation will be brought back to Council relative to the fee waiver and the
Traffic Commission process.
Councilman Slater commented that he had envisioned permanent signage so that staff would not
have to post signs for every holiday. The City Traffic Commission can study this issue and come
up with some solutions. If staff circulates petitions in the neighborhood and finds that there is
support, it could move on to the Traffic Commission. He would like the one time $400 fee to be
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waived and the Traffic Commission to make a recommendation on how they will handle the
temporary permits that the residents tbat live in that area will need on holidays.
In response to Mayor Coontz, the City Manager explained that if this process is City initiated, the
City can waive the fee. However, City Ordinance prohibits waiving the fee if this were initiated
by the community.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Murphy
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved that upon recognition of the City Council that there is a problem in the community, staff
be directed to pursue this problem and direct it to the City Traffic Commission. There will be no
fee involved in the parking study which may result in a permit parking program.
6. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS Tape 3038
6.1 Reappoint the following members to the Planning Commission:
Ben Pruett, Ken Romero, Teresa Smith, terms to expire April 30, 2004.
MOTION - Spurgeon
SECOND - Murphy
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to approve.
6.2 Accept resignation of Christine Carpenter from the Millennium Commission and
instruct the City Clerk to begin Maddy Act requirements.
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to approve.
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7.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Tape 3074
7.1 Report from the Personnel Director regarding the PERS 2% @ 55 retirement
program for the City's full time and benefited part-time, non-safety employees.
RESOLUTION NO. 9269
A Letter of Understanding between the City of Orange and the following recognized bargaining
units: Orange City Fire Fighters, Inc.; Orange Maintenance & Crafts Employees' Association;
Orange Management Association; Orange Municipal Employees' Association; City of Orange
Police Association; City of Orange Police Management Association; and Water Department
Employees' Association.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to adopt Resolution No. 9269 as introduced be adopted by tbe preceding vote.
ORDINANCE NO 8-00
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange amending tbe contract between the
Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System and the City of
Orange to provide 0% Employee Cost Sharing for the 2% @ 55 Retirement Program for the
City's Full Time and Benefited Part-Time, Non-Safety Employees.
MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved that Ordinance No. 8-00 be read by title only and same was approved and adopted by the
preceding vote.
7.2 Report from the Director of Public Works concerning a Consultant Agreement for
appraisal services.
SUMMARY: A Consultant Agreement to employ Parkcenter Realty Advisors to perform
appraisal services for property located on the north side of West Chapman Avenue.
FISCAL IMPACT: Upon appropriation funds will be available in Fund No. 550-5011-483300-
4038, Chapman Avenue Widening - 57 Freeway to Main (Measure M-MPAH).
The Director of Public Works presented Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3.
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MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Consultant Agreement with
Parkcenter Realty Advisors for appraisal services not to exceed $106,000, covering seventeen
(17) parcels on tbe north side of Chapman Avenue between Main Street and Flower Street and
approve appropriation of $106,000 to Account No. 550-5011-483300-4038.
7.3 Report from the Director of Public Works concerning a Consultant Agreement for
appraisal services.
SUMMARY: A Consultant Agreement to employ William R. Hansen to perform appraisal
services for property located on the south side of West Chapman Avenue.
FISCAL IMPACT: Upon appropriation funds will be available in Fund No. 550-5011-483300-
4038, Chapman Avenue Widening - 57 Freeway to Main.
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Alvarez
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Consultant Agreement with William
R Hansen for appraisal services not to exceed $38,500, covering fifteen (15) parcels on the soutb
side of Chapman Avenue between Main Street and Flower Street and approve appropriation of
$38,500 to Account No. 550-5011-483300-4038.
7.4 Report from the Economic Development Director regarding implementation
strategies for the West Chapman Study Area.
SUMMARY: Presentation of implementation strategies for tbe area known as the West
Chapman Study Area. The area encompasses approximately 50 acres along tbe north and south
side of Chapman Avenue bounded by the Orange Freeway (SR57) on the west and Main Street
on the east.
NOTE: Mayor pro tem Spurgeon abstained from voting on this issue due to a potential conflict
of interest.
Brian Myers, tbe Diamond Group, I Technology Drive, Irvine, presented a summary of the work
completed for tbe West Chapman area. The goals for West Chapman are to work on three issues:
1) to enhance the visitor experience for tbis critical length between Old Towne and tbe other
visitor attractions to the west, including The Block at Orange; 2) to promote the importance of
the West Chapman district to property owners and surrounding residential community; and 3) to
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encourage economic development. The public initiatives are described in three categories: 1) a
public improvement project is being proposed as part of a Capital Improvement Project for the
widening of West Chapman; 2) prioritize staff resources, i.e., issues related to code enforcement
and enforcement of land use designations in the area; and 3) integrate West Chapman into a
surrounding community.
Councilman Slater commented that West Chapman from Batavia Street east to downtown needs
some improvement. What consideration has been given to carry the theme a little further? Brian
Myers responded that it has been suggested that all of the initiatives relating to street furniture,
signage, banners, and flag systems be considered along the entire stretch of West Chapman to
Old Towne Orange. In the Capital Improvement Project, the Diamond Group would like to see
this area treated in a consistent manner.
Lois Barke, 2022 Spruce, expressed opposition to any additional multiple density in west
Orange. Ms. Barke stated that more multiple zoning and/or development is undeserved and
urged Council to do what they can to improve development in west Orange.
Brian Myers explained that no land use decisions have been made in Uptown Orange related to
multi-family density housing. With regard to the West Chapman area, to the extent that multi-
family housing is introduced, the Diamond Group would like to see it integrated into Chapman
Avenue. However, no action has been taken or is proposed for land use designation or rezoning.
The Diamond Group is trying to address the existence of zoning behind West Chapman in some
areas as well as on West Chapman that allows for multi-family housing.
Carole Walters, (address on file), commented on the need for people to voice their concerns.
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Slater
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Alvarez
ABSTAIN - Spurgeon
Moved to receive and file.
8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
9.
LEGAL AFFAIRS
Tape 3722
9.1 ORDINANCE NO. 10-00 (SECOND READING)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange amending Section 12.58.015 of the
Orange Municipal Code relating to street closures for special events.
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9. LEGAL AFFAIRS (Continued)
MOTION - Murphy
SECOND - Spurgeon
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to continue to June 13, 2000.
10. RECESS TO THE MEETING OF THE ORANGE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council will recess to a Closed Session for the following purposes;
a. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 _
potential litigation: Civil Rights Claim by Dwayne McKinney; and existing litigation - Vista
Royale HOA v. City of Orange, et aI., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 78 02 84
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
PRESENTATIONS
Tape 3977
Marilyn Jensen introduced the 2001 Miss Orange contestants.
Martin, will be going to Fresno to compete for Miss California.
Miss Orange 2000 and the 2001 Miss Orange contestants.
Miss Orange 2000, Rebecca
Council presented flowers to
12.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Tape 4300
Carole Walters, (address on file), requested that her Poplar tree be removed, as it is a nuisance
and a safety concern.
13.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Tape 4475
13.1 PARK FEE STUDY, CITY OF ORANGE:
Time set for a public hearing on petition by the City of Orange to consider adoption of a Quimby
Ordinance that reflects the requirements for the dedication of land, payment of an in-lieu fee
thereof, or a combination of both, for park and recreational purposes as recommended in the
recently approved Master Plan for Park Facilities, Recreation and Community Services. The
significance of adopting a Quimby Ordinance is to give the City the ability to acquire necessary
parkland and to accommodate the recreational needs for the community as new residential
subdivisions are developed. The adoption of a Quimby Ordinance is needed to grant the City the
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ability to satisfY the need of acquiring parkland as identified in the Parks Master Plan. Failure to
adopt the Ordinance will require the City to continuously fund portions of parkland acquisition,
development, and rehabilitation projects from the General Fund. In comparing the proposed in-
lieu fees with other Orange County cities, the City's in-lieu fees are at the median. (Continued
from April 25, 2000).
The Director of Community and Library Services reported that the Master Plan of Parks outlined
the need to obtain funding to acquire parkland, rehabilitate existing parks and facilities, and
construct new facilities on undeveloped land, based on the State standard of 3 acres per 1,000
residents. In order to meet the implementation goal of the Master Plan of Parks, the City must
review and revise its current method of requiring parkland dedication, collecting of in-lieu fees,
and updating those fees to bring them current with existing land values and State code
requirements. The City retained Hogle-Ireland as consultants to prepare a Park Fee Study to
review and amend Orange Municipal Code Chapter 5.18 - Park Acquisition and Development
Fees to ensure conformance with State legislation, the City's General Plan, and the Master Plan
of Parks. During the process, staff met with the Park Development and Acquisition Committee,
a City group formed to consider opportunities for acquiring parkland, who reviewed and
provided excellent input on the Quimby Ordinance. At their last meeting, the Committee voted
unanimously to notifY the City Council of their recommendation to adopt the proposed
ordinance. City staff and the consultant have met twice with the Orange County Chapter of the
Building Industry Association (BIA) to review and discuss the proposed Quimby Ordinance.
The adoption of the Quimby Ordinance and fee resolution are critical to the City's ability to
provide much needed parkland and park improvements. The current ordinance is outdated and is
inconsistent with State law.
Randy Komoto, Hogle-Ireland, Incorporated, explained that a Quimby Ordinance establishes a
legal and procedural framework for requiring in-lieu fees and/or park and recreational facilities in
conjunction with new residential subdivisions. The Quimby Ordinance will help implement the
goals and objectives and is a crucial funding mechanism for the recently adopted Master Plan of
Parks. Due to the City's current outdated in-lieu fees, failure to adopt the ordinance will force
the City to subsidize a portion of the acquisition, development, and rehabilitation of parkland
from its General Fund for future residential developments. Adoption of the Ordinance will allow
the City to focus its General Fund revenues towards other deficient areas within the community.
The proposed Quimby Ordinance is consistent with State law as prescribed in the State
Subdivision Map Act. The proposed changes to the City's in-lieu fee requirements will create
clear guidelines for parkland dedication standards and allow the City's in-lieu fee requirements
to be comparable to a majority of the neighboring jurisdictions. The changes create a uniform
formula for calculating park fees and will enable the City to achieve a Master Plan stated goal of
3 acres of parkland per 1,000 persons for future developments.
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Significant changes made to the Ordinance are:
· Establishment of two districts. Allows the City to accurately collect in-lieu fees as
residential development occurs in the existing City boundaries as well as when annexation
takes place for future residential development in the unincorporated area. However, since the
unincorporated area is presently in the County's jurisdiction, only the adoption of District
No.2 in-lieu fees may be approved at this time. When annexation occurs, the City may then
require and collect these fees.
In-lieu fee modifications. The City's current code does not base its fees on density or the
number of persons per household as required under the Quimby Act. It is one of the lowest
fees among the neighboring jurisdictions. Three classifications are recommended for
modification to comply with the City's General Plan and Quimby Act, which are both based
on density. Density based classifications are based on the number of units per acre, to help
define and determine the population yield of a development project. Fees are based on a
combination of fair market value for the land and the cost of providing minimum park
standards on the land. The proposed in-lieu fees are as follows:
District 1 District 2
Density In-Lieu Fee Per Density In-Lieu Fee Per
Classification Dwelling Unit Classification Dwelling Unit
(Dwelling (Dwelling
Units/Gross Acre) Units/Gross Acre)
0-6 $3,872 0-6 $6,840
Greater than 6 or less $3,964 Greater than 6 or less $7,040
than or equal to 15 than or equal to 15
15 or greater $4,383 15 or greater $6,300
· Minimum park standard fee. Since land that a developer dedicates in an undeveloped or
unfinished status may affect a community's image as well as create potential safety and
environmental issues caused by dirt and mud runoff, staff is recommending that a minimum
park standards requirement be added to the ordinance. The installation of the minimum park
standards would insure public safety, protection of the environment, and help minimize the
necessity for the City to use its General Fund revenues to protect and stabilize this land
between periods of time that the land is dedicated to when the property is actually improved
for park purposes. Depending on the slope of the property, the City may, for erosion control
purposes, require full landscaping and irrigation, hydro seeding with above ground irrigation,
sediment basins, and utility line stubs of the property. Should the City decide to require the
payment of an in-lieu fee instead of dedicated parkland, a minimum park standard fee has
been added to the fair market value of the vacant residential land to cover the construction
and/or installation costs of the minimum park standards. The minimum park standards fee,
as determined by a survey oflandscape architecture professionals, is $60,000 per acre.
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· Private parkland credit. The allowance of private parkland credit is recommended to be
added to the provisions of the Ordinance. Private parkland may act as a marketing tool for
developers and is typically created for the private use of the residents of the specific
development and maintained by a homeowners association. Having the homeowners
association accept the responsibility, i.e., maintenance and liability for private parkland
eliminates the financial responsibilities from the City. The dedication of private parkland can
be beneficial to both the City and the subdivider for bidders to grant partial private parkland
credit toward the value of land and has been added to the ordinance.
· Exemptions. The existing ordinance contains an exemption section. However, the language
is unclear as to when parkland dedication requirement and/or in-lieu fees may be waived or
reduced. Currently, the City administers requests for exemptions on a case-by-case basis to
which park fees are then determined. The proposed ordinances identifies language for
determining a waiver and a reduction in park fees to be based on State planning and zoning
law and the California Health and Safety Code. The ordinance language references
affordable housing developments and makes no reference as to specific types of housing,
such as senior housing, and makes no arguments for exemptions based on the potential
impact to the park system. Staff argues that all persons potentially utilize the park system
and recommends that no reduction or exemption should be given except for affordable
housing. Staff recommends that exemptions only be given in cases where such an exemption
would be required to insure affordability of the project. The ordinance clearly identifies this
requirement and insures that affordability is the only basis for exemption of the fee for
parkland dedication requirement. The process requires that the subdivider apply full waiver
and the decision to grant the waiver shall be made by the City Council, upon
recommendation by the Planning Commission. The ordinance provides for waivers only for
that portion of the project that qualifies as affordable housing.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS:
Councilman Murphy asked why the in-lieu fee per unit in District 1 is higher in the less dense,
larger type developments? Why doesn't the same logic apply to District 2? Mr. Komoto
explained that the in-lieu fee is higher in District 1 for dwelling units greater than 15 because the
land value is higher. He explained that the fees are based on the formula which includes land
values as well as the average number of persons per dwelling unit.
Mayor Coontz asked how the number of persons per dwelling unit was determined? Paul
Ireland, Hogle-Ireland, explained the formula is purely mathematically driven. The numbers that
come up in the eastern portion of the City for single-family homes are not quite as high as the
higher density homes in the eastern portion of the City. However, in the western and existing
developed portions of the City, the single family homes on larger lots have a lower land value
than the medium value of the homes that are developed in a more medium range. State law
requires that the number of persons per dwelling unit come from the most recent federal census.
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Councilman Alvarez asked why senior citizen projects will not have their own fee? Mr. Komoto
responded that State law does not require separate fees for senior housing. Mr. Ireland added
that seniors typically will utilize the facilities that are available. There is no basis or reason to
recommend that seniors be treated differently.
Mayor pro tern Spurgeon commented that he feels that seniors, due to mobility restrictions and
activities within their own facility or senior center, will not use the park facilities as much as
more active individuals. What constitutes an exemption versus a lower rate?
The City Manager explained that a senior residential facility can set their rates at the market rate
if they are not under the affordable criteria. This would give the owner an opportunity to have
his costs reduced, which he mayor may not pass on to his tenants and/or future property owners.
The City Attorney added that there is no mechanism for the City to insure that the developer will
pass the fee savings on to the tenant or purchaser.
In response to Mayor pro tern Spurgeon, the City Attorney added that State law does not
preclude the City from adopting a lower rate for seniors. If a lower fee were adopted for senior
housing, it would create a single category for seniors that live in senior housing. Most seniors
live either in single-family residential or a development type other than senior housing.
Mayor Coontz asked how often the General Plan is revised? The City Manager responded that
the General Plan needs to be looked at a minimum of every two years to have the properties re-
appraised in order to maintain the fees in accordance with property values.
In response to Councilman Alvarez, Mr. Komoto explained that the in-lieu fees collected for the
two districts are spread throughout the City. The City Manager added that the main intent of the
Quimby Act is to maintain the adequacy of the appraised value ofthe property and for the City to
be able to get property in-lieu of fees. There may be occasions when the City finds it is better to
take fees in-lieu ofland.
MAYOR COONTZ OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Shirley Grindle, 5021 E. Glen Arran, on behalf of the Park Development and Acquisition
Committee, complimented the Committee on its work, noting that Carolyn Cavecche is
responsible for bringing out the fact that the property values at the west end of town are much
less than those in the east end of town. This brought about the formation of assessments of two
districts, which will mean a lot more money for the City of Orange. It was the unanimous
opinion of the Committee not to exempt senior housing. Council was urged to adopt the Quimby
Ordinance, which is long overdue.
Carole Walters, (address on file), Park Development and Acquisition Committee Member,
commented that the City lost money because this wasn't taken care of years ago.
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Lynne Fischel, Deputy Director of the Building Industry Association (BIA) in Orange County, 9
Executive Circle, Irvine, expressed appreciation to staff for meeting with them and responding to
letters they submitted. The BIA is very supportive of parks and recognize that they are key
elements to communities that attract residents, provide the community with sustainability, and
are an integral part of the City's infrastructure. The BIA is willing to do their part in paying fees
dedicating land. The BIA does not have any issue with the City's desire to accept dedicated
parkland that meets certain minimum parkland standards. The issue that BIA disagrees with is
whether a builder or developer would get credit for the minimum parkland standards that are
required prior to acceptance of land. The BIA is in agreement that certain minimum parkland
standards do fall under the street improvement requirements that would normally be required for
a subdivision. However, the BIA interprets the Government Code to require credit be given to
the developer for the hydro seeding and irrigation requirements for land that will be a park. Ms.
Fishel requested a nexus to determine whether or not the minimum park standards are justified
and whether they should be given credit.
The City Attorney explained the hydroseeding relates to the putting in place the seeds of plants
that are native to the area and that grow during the rainy season, so that there will not be
sediment escaping from the property. These plants die off during the summer and dry seasons.
This is part of the City's NPDS permit requirements in the Federal Clean Water Act. The City is
under a mandate to require developers to prevent sediment from escaping from property. In this
instance, hydroseeding and irrigation refers to native vegetation. The nexus issue was
established when the City adopted its Master Plan of Parks. The Quimby Ordinance only
addresses the impact on the City to acquire the land. It does not fully address the costs of the
impacts from a development on the City for parks. The issue of whether the developer must
receive credit for hydroseeding and irrigation requirements for land that will be a park hinges on
whether or not it is a park and recreation improvement. If it is considered a park and recreation
improvement, the developer would get credit. If it is not considered a park and recreation
improvement, the developer is not entitled to credit.
Bob Bennyhoff, 10642 Morada Drive, expressed support for the adoption of the Quimby
Ordinance.
MAYOR COONTZ CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
ORDINANCE NO. 11-00
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange amending Chapter 5.18 of Title 5 of the
Orange Municipal Code pertaining to requirements for dedication of land, payment of a fee in
lieu thereof, or a combination of both, for park and recreational purposes.
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
MOTION - Alvarez
SECOND - Coontz
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved that Ordinance No. 11-00 be read by title only and same was set for second reading by
the preceding vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 9258
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange establishing the amount of the Park In-
Lieu Fee for the implementation of Chapter 5.18 of the Orange Municipal Code and amending
the City's Master Schedule of Fees and Charges.
MOTION -Alvarez
SECOND -Spurgeon
A YES -Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved to adopt Resolution No. 9258.
13.2 ST. JOSEPH HEALTH SYSTEM, TAX EXEMPT BOND FINANCING Tape 304
Time set for a public hearing required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code
concerning the proposed issuance by the California Statewide Communities Development
Authority of its revenue bonds in an not to exceed $195,000,000 (the Bonds) for the purpose of
refinancing the construction and equipping of health facilities known as St. Joseph Hospital of
Orange.
The proceeds ofthe Bonds will be used by St. Joseph Health System (the Corporation) or certain
of its affiliates to finance or refinance the cost of acquisition, construction, improvement,
equipping, renovation, rehabilitation, remodeling and other capital projects located on or about
the campus of the health facilities located generally at St. Joseph Hospital Orange at or near 1100
W. and 1310 Stewart Drive, 1140 West LaVeta Avenue, all in Orange, California and St. Joseph
Health System at or near 500 S. Main Street, 505 S. Main Street and 440 South Batavia Street,
Orange, California and financing or refinancing the acquisition, improvement and equipping of
the health facilities of the Corporation and other of its affiliates located elsewhere in California,
and to pay certain expenses incurred in connection with the issuance of the bonds. The health
facilities listed above are owned and operated by St. Joseph Hospital, Orange and St. Joseph
Health System, each a nonprofit public benefit corporation as described in Section 501(c)(3) of
the Code.
The Finance Director presented the report, noting that the City of Orange has no financial
responsibility for the proposed debt issue. The purpose of the bonds is to refund five other debt
issues that were issued from 1985 to 1994.
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13. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
MAYOR COONTZ OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING. THERE BEING NO SPEAKERS,
MAYOR COONTZ CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
RESOLUTION NO. 9267
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving a tax-exempt bond financing
to be issued by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to benefit St.
Joseph Health System and certain affiliates.
MOTION -Slater
SECOND -Murphy
AYES - Murphy, Slater, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Alvarez
Moved that Resolution No. 9267 be adopted.
14. PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT - None
15. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 8:29 p.m. in memory of Ran aid Fairbairn.
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MARl CONTRE S, CMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
JOANNE COONTZ
MAYOR
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