07-09-1996 Council MinutesAPPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
OF A REGULAR MEETING
23, 1996.
ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
July 9, 1996
The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on July 9, 1996 at 4:30 P.M. in a
Regular Meeting in the Council Chambers, 300 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange, California.
430 PM SESSION
1. OPENING
1.1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Councilman Spurgeon
1.2 ROLL CALL
PRESENT - Murphy, Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater ABSENT -
None 1.3
PRESENTATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS Mayor Coontz
announced that Chapman has entered into a 30-day escrow to purchase the 4.
2 acre Orange Unified School District property on Glassell Street. Chapman University can
now move ahead with its vision for the future and continue to bring educational,cultural
and economic benefits to the City of Orange. The initial aspects of Chapman's visionary
master plan includes the Law School, Business and Information Technology Building,
All-Faiths Chapel, and additional parking.
1.4 PROCLAMATIONS
2.CONSENT CALENDAR Tape 115
2.1 Declaration of City Clerk, Cassandra J. Cathcart, declaring posting of City Council agenda
of a regular meeting of July 9, 1996 at Orange Civic Center, Main Library, 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.
2.2 Request Council confirmation of warrant registers dated June 25 and 28, 1996.
ACTION: Approved.
2.3 Approve City Council Minutes Regular meeting of June 25, 1996.
ACTION: Approved.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
BIDS
2.4 Request Council approve plans, specifications and authorize advertising for bids for the
construction of inter-locking paver crosswalks on Glassell Street between Almond
Avenue and Maple Avenue Project No. SP 3185. The estimated cost is $25,000. (S4000.S.3.
2)FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted in Account No
262-5021-483300-3120 Measure M Local
Street Reconstruction) $
25,000 ACTION: Approved.2.5 Request Council award Bid No. 956-39 to
Pacific Architectural Systems Corp., San Dimas, California, in the amount of $28,146 for the installation
of six (6) automatic glass doors at the
Civic Center. (A2100.0 AGR-2638)FISCAL IMPACT: Funds
are budgeted in the following accounts:310-6058-475100-1329 - $
10,000 (FY 95/96 ADA-Automatic Doors) 310-6057-
475100-1329 - $39,750 (FY 94/95 ADA Handicap Improvements)ACTION, Authorized the
Mayor
and City Clerk to execute on behalf ofthe City.CONTRACTS 2.6 Request Council approve the waiver
of formal bid and award a contract to Seagrave Fire Apparatus, 85 W.
Avendale Road, Hillsborough, California, for the purchase of a new.pumper in an
amount not to exceed $310,000. (A2100.0 AGR2l68.B)FISCAL IMP ACT Funds
are approved in the
1996/97 budget, Account No 720-5023-447102, Motor Vehicle Replacement ACTION: Authorized the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.2.7 Request Council award a contract in the
amount of $231,930.15 to J. H. Rental Inc -1107 East Chapman Ave., Suite
106, Orange, CA, for Bid No. 956-37, Project No. SP 3154 - Street Improvements
of Palmyra Ave. from Gardner Dr. to Tustin St. and Sycamore
Ave. from Wayfield St to Highland St. (A2100.0
AGR-2639)FISCAL IMPACT Funds
are budgeted in the following
accounts:310-6058-483300-3299-16103 $184,500.00 (CDBG-Palmyra)310-6058-483300-
3299-16104 $
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
2. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
2.8 Caltrans has requested to purchase 4,286 square feet of city surplus street right-
of-way adjacent to State College Blvd. for the 1-5 North Freeway Widening
Project. They are offering $2,000 for this irregularly shaped remnant parcel. (
A2100.0 AGR-2640)FISCAL IMPACT: Proceeds to be deposited into
General Fund No. 100-0000-291100.ACTION: Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a Right-of-Way Contract and a Grant Deed in favor of State of California for
sale of an irregular shaped parcel of surplus Street Right-of-Way located on
the east side of State College Blvd.
adjoining the Orange Drive-In Theatre on behalf of the City.2.9 Request Council approve a
contract in the amount of $18,144 for a new Employee Assistance Program
between the City of Orange and REACH of CareAmerica
of Southern California effective July I, 1996. (A2100.0 AGR-
1823.H)FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds are
budgeted in
Account No. 100-1401-426700 (Other Professional and Consulting Services).ACTION: Approved.FEASffiILITY
REPORT 2.10 The Meats Avenue Interchange Feasibility Report by Holmes & Narver, Inc., as
authorized by Council May 23, 1995, has been completed and is hereby
submitted for Council review. Said report has been conceptually endorsed by the
Orange County Transportation Authority, June 10, 1996, with the recommendation that
the City proceed
with obtain:ng California Department o~Transportation approval. (A2100.0 AGR-
2403)FISCAL IMPACT: None ACTION: Accepted and filed the Meats Avenue Interchange Feasibility Report dated
May 21,
1996, and authorized staff to request proposals for the Project Study Report
and Project Report.Discussion:
Barbara DeNiro, 1118 E. Adams, requested a review of the information included in the report.
The Director of Public Works explained the alternatives would be either to build a
tight diamond interchange or to provide the facilities in connection with the bridge
that would allow the construction of an interchange in the future. The most economical alternative
would be to provide for the construction of the bridge to accommodate the future ramps.The
estimated cost of Phase I of the project is approximately $1.6 million which
would provide the features needed on the bridge for future ramps. Phase II
is approximately 20.1 million which
includes construction
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
2. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Mayor Coontz said the purpose of the project study report is to increase the circulation
and access to the Meats Street area between Lincoln and Katella which would bring
economic benefits to the businesses along Tustin Avenue.
The City Manager clarified the widening of the 55 Freeway north of the 22 Freeway has
been targeted for the year 2000 or 200 I. The City's options are open in terms of making
a decision closer to a potential project date.
PARCEL MAP
2.11 Request Council approve final Parcel Map No. 94-185 and accept dedication for
street purposes as shown on map. (C2500.M.16.2
PMP-94-B5)Record Owners: I.C.I. Holdings, located at the Southeast corner of
Chapman and Yorba St. 2 Parcels, Area: 4.693 Acres, Engineer: Tait
and Associates, Inc.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
ACTION: Approved.PROPOSAL REMOVED AND HEARD
SEP ARATEL Y)2.12 Request Council a1lthorize the City Manager to execute the
Letter Agreement with Business Records Corporation (B~C) at a one time cost of $28,
700 to implement installation and training of City personnel - City Technology Upgrade Plan. (
A2100.0 AGR-
0978.B.8)FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted in the FY 96/97 Budget - f.
ccount 780-1601-426700-9640 (MIS Fund, MIS
Upgrade Project, Contractual
Services).MOTION - Slater
SECOND - Barrera AYES - Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon,
Slater ABSTAIN-
Murphy ACTION:
Approved.
REBATES 2. I3 Request Council approve a Homeowner Participation Program rebate in the amount
of 810.00 for Case #593 and authorize the Finance Department to prepare a
warrant.C2500.G. 1.3.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
FISCAL IMP ACT: Funds are budgeted in the Homeowner Participation Program
Account No. 316-
6053-427800-
1221.ACTION: Approved.2.14 Request Council approve a Homeowner Participation Program rebate in
the amount of 2,000.00 for Case #612 and authorize the Finance Department to
prepare a warrant.C2500.G.
1.3.I)FISCAL IMP ACT: Funds are budgeted in the
Homeowner Participation Program
Account No.
316-6053-427800-1221.ACTION: Approved.2.15 Request Council approve a Homeowner Participation
Program rebate in the amount of 1,137.50 for Case #613 and authorize the
Finance Department toprepare a
warrant.C2500.G.1.3.I)FISCAL IMP ACT: Funds are
budgeted in the
Homeowner Participation
Program
Account No. 316-6053-427800-
1221.ACTION: Approved.RESOLUTIONS 2.16 RESOLUTION NO. 8666 A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Orange approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the
City of Orange and the Orange Fire Management Association concerning wages, hours
and other terms and conditions of employment effective March I, 1996 through February
28, 1998, and repealing Resolution No. 7672 and
amendments thereto
for said employees. (C2500.J.
4.3)ACTION: Approved.2.17 RESOLUTION NO. 8669 A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Orange relating to the classification,compensation, and terms of
employment for part-time and seasonal employees of the City of Orange,
and repealing Resolution No.
8361 and
amendments thereto
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
2. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
SPECIAL EVENTS
2.18 Request Council approve a request from Regal Lanes for a Grand Prix Hoe-down
Fund-raiser on their parking lot at 1483 N. Tustin Street on August 17, 1996 from 6:00 p.m. -
10:00 p.m. (p1300.0.9)
FISCAL IMPACT: None. Should Council approve this request, all City departments will
be notified to ensure coordination and compliance with all regulations. Last years event
had no impact on City services and resulted in no complaints.
ACTION: Approved.
2.19 Request Council approve a request from the Orange Host Lions Club for a Friendship
Festival Carnival on Portola School grounds on November 1, 2, and 3, 1996. (p1300.0.9)
FISCAL IMPACT: None. Should Council approve this request, all City departments will
be notified to ensure coordination and compliance with all regulations.
ACTION: Approved.
MOTION -Spurgeon
SECOND -Murphy
AYES -Murphy, Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater
Item No. 2.12 was removed and heard separately, Councilman Murphy abstained. All
other items on the Consent Calendar were approved as recommended. .
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
3.REPORTS FROM MAYOR COONTZ Tape 279
Mayor Coontz congratulated the Community Services Department for the July 3rd event at Kelly
Stadium. The Director of Community Services/Library Services will provide Council with a recap
report of the event.
4.REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS Tape 310
Councilman Murphy reported that the movie "That Thing You Do" starring Tom Hanks
portraying scenes from downtown Orange is previewed prior to the showing ofIndependence
Day.
Councilman Murphy suggested Councilman Spurgeon prepare and author a ballot argument in
favor of term limits for Council review prior to July 30th which is the deadline for ballot
arguments.
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4. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS (Continued)
Councilman Spurgeon commended the outstanding coordinated efforts ofthe City's Fire and
Water Department for obtaining the Class 2 Fire Protection Insurance Services Office rating.
5. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS Tape 484
5.1 Reappoint Carolyn Cavecche to the Orange Public Library Board of Trustees, term
to expire, June 30, 1999. (C2500.I.2)
MOTION - Murphy SECOND -
Slater AYES - Murphy,
Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to approve
the reappointment.6.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Tape 496 6.1 The
Appeal by Beatrice Kight-Herbst of the City Traffic Commission ruling denying the installation
of an' All-Way' STOP control at the intersection of Walnut Ave. and Lincoln
St. was continued from June 11, 1996 to this date in order for an evaluation by the Southern
California Auto Club to be conducted.NOTE:
Staffis recommending this item be continued to July 23, 1996 for the completion of the evaluation
conducted by Southern California Auto Club.MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Spurgeon
Murphy Murphy,
Barrera,
Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to approve
the continuance to July 23, 1996.7.REPORTS FROM
CITY MANAGER Tape 510 NON-AGENDA ITEM
The City
Manager reported staff is working to remedy concerns expressed by residents at the recent Planning
Commission meeting relative to resolving traffic circulation and land use issues in the Canal
and Heim area, indicating a report will be provided to Council prior to the July 23 meeting. The
traffic division has asked the Orange Mall Property Management to install traffic counters at
four driveways to assess peak traffic hours and will work with the Police Department to review
accident history on surrounding streets and the impact of traffic overflow. Staff is working with
OCT A forsolutions relative to the buses utilizing Canal Street and other issues of concern. An
update will be provided relative to crime activity in the area and additional concerns regarding lighting,
noise, and concerns generated from the Super Sports facility. An inventory of complaints and
concerns are being compiled relative to the bus stop and lack of sidewalks on Heim and
Canal, and members of the public were invited to submit their specific concerns.PAGE 7
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
7. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER (Continued)
Mayor Coontz commented on additional complaints that have been received relative to Super
Sports. The OUSD leases the Peralta property, recognizing that the parcel may be needed for a
school in the future. There is a Conditional Use Permit for the use of the property and the City
may need to meet with OUSD to discuss their options.
Councilmember Murphy reiterated the importance of addressing existing neighborhood issues
independent of activities at the Orange Mall.
Carole Walters, 534 N. Shaffer, reported the Super Sports facility greatly impacted the Heim and
Canal neighborhood and indicated that since 1988 complaints have been made to the City relative
to traffic conditions around Chapman University which continue to be unresolved.
Mayor Coontz clarified that Mayor's Hotline calls have not been received relative to traffic
problems at Heim and Canal and directed the City Manager to review the traffic situation at
Walnut & Chapman.
The City Manager introduced Alan Burns as the City's neYI Interim City Attorney.
8. LEGAL AFFAIRS - None 9.
RECESS TO THE MEETING OF THE ORANGE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 10.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS Barbara
DeNiro (address omitted at request of speaker), reported she attended the Planning Commission
meeting concerning the Mall of Orange; expressed discontentment with the Orange County
Register's article covering the Wal-Mart issue; and read and distributed to the Council a
letter of response to the Register. '
Mayor Coontz suggested Ms. DeNiro provide her with the remarks that were made at the
Planning Commission meeting for transmittal.
Carole Walters, 534 N. Shaffer, stated she believed the City was receiving calls relative to the
Orange County Register's article rather than the issues; expressed disgrace with individuals
sending unsigned letters to people who voice their opinions at public meetings; and reported on
the excellent job done by the Planning Commission Chairman.
Will Fitzpatrick, Fatman Productions, 1135 N. Glassell, thanked the Council and Mayor for the
July 3 event at Kelly Stadium and suggested that people take notice of their actions in the City.
Bob Bennyhoff, 10642 Morada Drive, reported on his attendance at the recent Planning
Commission meeting, indicating the individuals that spoke did not speak to the issues, and the
Chairman allowed the meeting to get out of hand.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9,1996
10. ORAL PRESENTATIONS (Continued)
Adele Graves (address omitted at request of speaker), congratulated the Community Services
Department for the July 3 celebration and said that the people of Orange have a right to be heard
in a forum.
11. RECESS
MOTION - Murphy SECOND -
Barrera AYES - Murphy,
Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Item a was
deleted. The City Council recessed at 5:25 to a Closed Session for the following purposes:b. Conference
with
Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:City Negotiator: Personnel
Director Employee Organization: All
Employee Organizations List Available in
Personnel Office).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 Session.7:00 P.
M. SESSION 12.1 INVOCATION
Pastor Ed Trenner
Grace Church 12.
2 PLEDGE
OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Led by Councilman
Spurgeon 12.3 ANNOUNCEMENTS -
None 12.4 INTRODUCTIONS Mayor
Coontz recognized the
attendance of Boy Scout Troop No. 531.12.5 PROCLAMATIONS - None
12.6 PRESENTATIONS - None PAGES
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
13.LEGALAFFAffiS Tape 1540
13.1 ORDINANCE NO. 17-
96 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange approving and adopting the
Third Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Southwest Redevelopment Project. (R3500.0.
6)
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
ABSTAIN
Murphy Slater
Murphy, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Barrera
Moved that
Ordinance No. 17-96 have second reading waived and be adopted and sanle was passed
and adopted by the preceding vote.14.
PUBLIC HEARINGS Tape 1584 14.
1 ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 1-96, CITY OF ORANGE:
The public hearing on petition by the City of Orange to modifY its zoning regulations pertaining to
cellular antennas was continued from June 11, 1996 to this time to develop additional criteria.
A2500.0 AMD-
I-96)NOTE: Negative Declaration 1495-96 was approved by the Council on
June II, 1996.The Director of Community Development explained that cellular antennas would
be allowed on R-3 and R-4 properties under the following conditions: I) if approved by
a CUP at a public hearing; 2) the property is over one acre in size; 3) the property is
adjacent to freeways; 4) the antenna is not located within 100 feet of a R-l or R-2 zone;
and 5) are antennas are located within 100 feet of a commercial zone or other zone that
albws the use. These limitations would allow for Park Orleans to apply for a Conditional Use Permit,
however, the east edge adjacent to the service station and the Senior Center would have to be the
requested site, as the remainder of the
property would not comply with the criteria.Councilman Murphy expressed concern relative to the
specific location of the cellular antennas on properties that are contiguous to a freeway and
inquired whether a variance is the right mechanism to be applied for if the criteria were not
complied with, indicating he would like the antenna as far
away from the living space as possible.Council expressed concern relative to a proliferation
of antennas in the community as was experienced with billboards in the City; potential
safety hazards to residential
areas; and whether they are legally defensible.The Director of Community Development responded
there are six multiple family properties that are adjacent to the freeway and commercial property, indicating
that by adding the one acre parcel requirement limits it to Park Orleans and the
property at
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
14. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Safety and health issues were addressed by the service carriers at a Planning Commission meeting
and it was indicated there is not a health and/or safety concern with cellular antennas.
The Interim City Attorney commented that the federal government has determined there are no
harmful health effects generated by cellular antennas sites and the City has the right to regulate if
done so reasonably.
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Murphy
Coontz Murphy,
Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to
approve Ordinance Amendment 1-96 as outlined in Planning Resolution No. Pc-15-
96 and including all1endments as
proposed.14.2 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 82-1, ANNUAL
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS, CITY
OF ORANGE:Time set for a public hearing on the annual levy of assessments to fund the costs and
expenses for the maintenance of the improvements in Landscape Maintenance District No. 82-
1, which is located westerly of Meats Avenue in the vicinity ofMarywood and
Shadowridge Streets, Tract 10486. (
L1200.0 LMA-82-1)Fiscal Impact - The total assessment for 1996-97 is $13,800. All
district costs are funded from the assessments and there is no impact on the General
Fund. Assessments are
unchanged from Fiscal Year 1995-96.Mayor Coontz announced this is the time and place fixed for the
public hearing relating to the levy of the annual assessments for costs of
maintenance and improvements
for Landscape Maintenance District No. 82-1.The City Clerk announced that the notice has been given in
the manner and form as required by law, and a Certificate of Compliance is
on file and open for public inspection.The Director of Public Works reported there are 56 parcels
being assessed and 50% of the costs are borne by 10 of the parcels at an annual assessment rate of $
690 per lot. The other 46 parcels are assessed the balance at $150 per lot. The areas to
be maintained are the slope areas located along Shadowridge Lane, which includes
maintenance of the irrigation and landscaping, water supply, and the electrical energy necessary to operate
the irrigation system. It also includes plant
replacement or modifications necessary during the
year.MAYOR COONTZ OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.Mayor Coontz indicated there are no speakers and reported
that no protests
have been
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
14. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Murphy
Spurgeon Murphy,
Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to
close the public hearing.RESOLUTION NO.
8659 A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Orange confirming the Diagram and Assessment and providing
for the levy of the annual assessment for Special Maintenance District 82-1.MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Murphy
Spurgeon
Murphy, Barrera,
Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved that Resolution
8659 as introduced, be adopted and same was passed and adopted by the preceding vote.14.
3 LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 86-2, ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS, CITY OF ORANGE:Time set
for a public hearing on the annual levy of assessments to fund costs and expenses for the maintenance of
the improvements in Landscape Maintenance District No. 86-2 within the Upper Peters
Canyon Specific Plan Area (Santiago Hills). (L1200.0 LMA-86-
1)Fiscal Impact: The total assessment for 1996-97 is $397,553. Ail district costs are
funded from the assessments and there is no impact on the General Fund. Assessments are
unchanged from Fiscal
Year 1995-96.Mayor Coontz announced this is the time and place fixed for the public hearing relating
to the levy of the annual assessments for costs of maintenance and improvements
for Landscape Maintenance
District No. 86-2.The City Clerk announced that the notice has been given in the manner and
form as required by law, and a Certificate of Compliance is on file and
open for public inspection.The Director of Public Works reported there are two benefit areas within
the District. The single-family detached has an annual assessment rate of $297.17 per unit
and the attachedunit assessment is $178.30 per unit. The areas to be maintained
include parkway zones, paseos,landscape medians which iffor maintaining the landscape and irrigation as
provided in the areas,including any necessary maintenance work, as well as the cost of water
needed for
irrigation and
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
14. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
The Community Services Manager reported this is the third year of the contract. Bids are being
accepted for a new landscape contractor, which is anticipated to be in effect on September I,
1996.
MAYOR COONTZ OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor Coontz indicated there are no speakers and reported that no protests have been filed with
the City Clerk.
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Spurgeon Slater
Murphy, Barrera,
M:lyor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to close
the public hearing.RESOLUTION NO. 8660
A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Orange confirming the Diagram and Assessment and providing for
the levy of the Annual Assessment for Special Maintenance District 86-2.MOTION SECOND
AYES
Barrera
Spurgeon
Murphy, Barrera,
Mayor Coontz,
Spurgeon, Slater Moved that Resolution No. 8660
as introduced, be adopted and same was passed and adopted by the preceding vote.14.4LANDSCAPEMAINTENANCEDISTRICT
NO. 94-1, ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS, CITY
OF ORANGE;Time set for a
public hearing on the annual levy of assessments to fund the costs and expenses for the maintenance of the
improvements in Landscape Maintenance District No. 94-1 in the Sycamore Crossing Tract. (
L1200.0 LMA-94-1)Fiscal
Impact: The total assessment for 1996-97 is $47,104. All district costs are funded from
the assessments and there is no impact on the General Fund. Assessments are unchanged from
Fiscal Year 1995-
96.Mayor Coontz announced this is the time and place fixed for the public hearing relating to thelevyoftheannualassessmentsforcostsofmaintenanceandimprovementsforLandscape
Maintenance District No.
94-1.The City Clerk announced that the notice has been given in the manner and form asrequiredbylaw, and a Certificate of Compliance is on file and open for
public inspection.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
14. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
The Director of Public Works reported that the lots which front on Santiago Creek are annually
assessed $298.93 per unit and the remaining lots are assessed at the rate of $293.08 per unit. The
areas to be maintained are along the creek which include the pedestrian and bicycle trail as well as
the landscaped areas within the boundaries of the Santiago Creek drainage area.
MAYOR COONTZ OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor Coontz indicated there are no speakers and reported that no protests have been filed with
the City Clerk.
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Spurgeon Barrera
Murphy, Barrera,
Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater Moved to close
the public hearing.RESOLUTION NO. 8661
A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Orange confirming the Diagram and Assessment and providing for
the levy of the annual assessment for Special Maintenance District 94-1.MOTION SECOND
AYES
Spurgeon
Murphy
Murphy, Barrera,
Mayor Coontz,
Spurgeon, Slater Moved that Resoluticn No. 8661
as introduced, be adopted and same was passed and adopted by the preceding vote.15. PLANNING
AND ENVIRONMENT - Non~
16. ORAL PRESENTATIONS Carole Walters, 534
N. Shaffer, expressed
concern for the expenditure of Redevelopment monies,indicating it is too early to
determine ifP. J. Mead will be wccessful in his new business;commented that the Agency is giving
TRW $200,000 a year and inquired how much money is being received from the Mall; and
asked if the Redevelopment Agency was voted for by the residents of Orange, indicating the residents
of the City of Dana Point voted against redevelopment?The City Manager indicated Mr.
Mead
had successfully negotiated an option to have an additional loan. The agreement specifically identified certain
criteria which had to be met. The Agency's obligation to lend Mr. Mead additional
mO:ley has been fulfilled, and therewould be no remainder of the difference between $65,000
and $200,000. The Economic D~velopment PAGE 14
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 9, 1996
16. ORAL PRESENTATIONS (Continued)
Department has set up a list of criteria for grants and/or loans which the Council has reviewed and
agrees with, which is submitted to the individual requesting the money and then forwarded to a
loan approval committee and staff. The request is closely looked at before it is brought for
recommendation to the Agency.
A ten year agreement was signed with TRW in hopes that keeping a major company in Orange
would maintain employment and money would be spent within the City. Unfortunately the Mall
has further deteriorated and there is not an opportunity for generation of sales tax revenue,
however, the City is working diligently to turn the situation around.
In 1983 public hearings were held by the City in order to receive public input relative to the
establishment of the Redevelopment Agency and Redevelopment areas.
Bob Bennyhoff, 10642 Morada Drive, Orange Park Acres, commented that Redevelopment has
changed for the better, and now knows how much funds are in the Redevelopment budget.
17. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION
SECOND
AYES
Murphy
Coontz Murphy,
Barrera, Mayor Coontz, Spurgeon, Slater The City
Council adjourned at 7:50 p.m.a ~",LJka ~;
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