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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-02-1971MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA August 2, 1971 The meeting was called to order at 2:05 P.M., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall Annex, 530 North Ross Street, with the following Councilmen present: Wade Herrin, J. Ogden Markel, Ray Villa, Harry K. Yamamo~o, and Mayor Griset. Councilman Evans arrived at 2:15 P. M.; Councilman Patterson at 2:30 P.M. Also present were City Manager Carl J. Thornton, City Attorney James A. Withers, Director of Public Works Ronald Wolford, Director of Planning Herbert Wieland, and Clerk of the Council Florence I. Malone. MINUTES The Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of July 12, 1971, and Regular Meeting of July 19, 1971, were approved as submitted, on motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and una~imomsly carried. SPEC. 641-238 On motion of Councilman Herrin, LIQUID ASPHALT SEALER seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Council ordered filed report of bids received for Specification 641-238, Liquid Asphalt Sealer, annual requirement; awarded contract to As-Tec Products Company, Santa Aha, on basis of low bid; and rejected all other bids. SPEC. 641-228 On motion of Councilman Herrin, ONE LINE STRIPING MACHINE seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Council ordered filed report of bids received for Specification 641-228, One Line Striping Machine; which was held over from the regular meeting of March 15, 1971; awarded contract to the low bidder, J.E. Bauer Company, Los Angeles; and rejected all other bids. BID CALLS On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Council approved plans and specifications and authorized advertising for bids on the following: PROJECT 1326A - To construct reinforced concrete box culvert at MacArthur Blvd. and the F-2 Channel; opening date August 30, 1971. PROJECT 6041A - To construct recreation building in Sandpointe Park; opening date August 30, 1971. SPEC. 641-239 - Fire-Ladder Truck; added equipment; opening date August 30, 1971. CITY COUNCIL -260- August 2, 1971 READING WAIVED On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, the full reading of ordinances and resolutions, the titles of which appeared on the public Agenda, was waived. Councilman Evans arrived at 2:15 P.M. ORD. NS-1088 ORDINANCE NS-1088 AMENDING OVERTIME PARKING THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 36-27 THEREOF PERTAINING TO OVERTIME PARKING was adopted, on motion of Councilman Yamamoto, seconded by Councilman Herrin, and carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Yamamoto, Herrin, Markel Patterson Villa, Evans, Griset ORD. NS-1089 ORDINANCE NS-108~ AN ORDINANCE BUDGET ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FISCALYEA]R 1971 - 72 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY l, 1971 AND FIXING THE LIMITATIONS OF EXPENDITURES FOR THE SEVERAL FUNDS AND THE FUNCTIONS, DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES CARRIED UNDER SUCH FUNDS was adopted on motion of Councilman Villa, seconded by Councilman Evans, and carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Villa, Evans, Herrin, Griset, Yamamoto Ma rkel Patterson ORD. NS-1090 ORDINANCE NS-1090 PREZONING A.A. #684 AND ESTABLISHING DISTRICT HILBERT M. MUELLER CLASSIFICATION ON AMENDMENT APPLICATION 684 FILED BY HILBERT M. MUELLER AND AMENDING SECTIONAL DISTRICT MAP 5-5-9 (EXHIBIT AA 684 A,) was adopted on motion of Councilman Markel, seconded by Councilman Evans, and carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: Markel~ Evans, Villa, I-Ierrin, Griset, Yamamoto NOES: - None ABSENT: Patterson RES. 71-69 RESOLUTION 71-69 UPHOLDING APPEAL #276 THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING CAL-PENN LAND COMPANY COMMISSION AND DENYING THE APPEAL ON VARIANCE APPLICATION 71-32 FILED BY TRANS-COLUMBIA INVESTMENTS was adopted on motion of Councilman Evans, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and carried on a 5 - 1 vote, Councilman Herrin dissenting. CITY COUNCIL -261- August 2, 1971 ILES. 71-70 RESOLUTION 71-70 GRANTING APPEAL # 275 THE APPEAL FILED BY THE SANTA ANA SCHOOL DISTRICT SANTA ANA SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTESTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPLICATION 71-21 lmILED BY DERBY LAND COMPANY was adopted, on motion of Councilman Evans, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Evans, Yamamoto, Villa, Griset He rrin, Markel Patterson RES. 71-71 RESOLUTION 71-71 DESIGNATING DESIGNATION OF AGENT AN AGENT TO APPEAR FOR THE IN SMALL CLAIMS ACTIONS CITY OF SANTA ANA IN ALL SMALL CLAIMS ACTIONS WHEREIN SAID CITY IS A PARTY was adopted on motion of Councilman Evans, seconded by Councilman Herrin, and unanimously carried. AGREEMENT Agreement between the Public SAFETY PERSONNEL Employees' Retirement System RETIREMENT PROVISIONS and the City of Santa Aha fo r a special valuation by the System to determine the City's costs for amendment to the safety personnel retirement provisions, was approved, and its execution by the Mayor authorized, on motion of Councilman Evans, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried. AGREEMENT Agreement with the County of Orange STREET IMPROVEMENT, covering street widening and MEMORY LANE improvements on Memory Lane between Bristol Street and the Santa Ana River was approved, and its execution by the Mayor and Clerk authorized, on motion of Councilman Markel, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried. TRAFFIC The report of control devices removed or installed from July 13 through July 26, 1971, inclusive, was received and ordered filed, on motion of Councilman Villa, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE It was moved by Councilman Herrin, LICENSE APPLICATION seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, to instruct the City Attorney to file a protest with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to the issuance of the following licefise; THE STRAW HAT RESTAURANT CORPORATION, 3317 S. Bristol Street, On Sale Beer & Wine, Original. CITY COUNCIL -262- August 2, 1971 VARIANCES AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS Councilman Herrin: Councilman Evans' motion to receive and file the following application was seconded by VA 71-35, WILLIAM MILES - To allow an R 1 residential subdivision in the A 1 District and construction of model homes prior to the recordation of a final tract map for Tract 7434, located at 3115 S. Greenville Street; APPROVED. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Evans, I-Ierrin, Villa, Griset, Yamamoto Markel Patterson On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman F, vans, and unanimously carried, the following application was received and ordered file d: VA 71-36, FAR WEST FAIRHAVEN, LTD. - To allow con- struction of two-story garden apartments in the C 5 District at 1275 E. Fairhaven Avenue; APPROVED. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #225 Letters were presented from the Salvation Army and the Santa Ana Unified School District requesting completion of sidewalks and curbs in the vicinity of Diamond Elementary School, Smedley Junior High School and Santa Ana Valley High School. Public Works Director stated that he has talked with Major Cisar, who agreed that the request contained in his letter of July 21 should be a separate action from proposed Assessment District 225 and should not complicate the time schedule already set up for improvements in this area under the 1911 Assessment Act; that a public hearing on this matter will be set for October 4, 1971, and oral or written communications may be presented at that time; that if protests exceed 50% of the ownership in the area, a 4/5 vote of the Council would be required in order to proceed. On motion of Councilman Villa, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried, Council received and ordered filed all documents presented in this matter. Councilman.Patterson arrived at 2:30 P.M. FEDERAL COURT BRANCH On motion of Councilman Patterson, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Council adopted RESOLUTION 71-75 ENDORSING THE INCLUSION OF A UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT WITHIN THE FEDERAL BUILDING TO BE BUILT IN THE CIVIC CENTER. CITY COUNCIL -263- August 2, 1971 PARK DEVELOPMENT Santa Ana Unified School District letter dated July 29, 1971, was ~ presented, suggesting that it would be beneficial to the public to build a neighborhood park at the McKinley School site at Second and Flower, an~t allow the School District to utilize the City's property at First and Flower for school purposes. Councilman Markel spoke against the proposal, stating that this would place the proposed temporary school buildings adjacent to the land used for the water works where 1 1/2 million dollars worth of electronic equipment is located; and that it would be jeopardizing the water facilities. Mr. Howard Harrison, Santa Ana Unified School District, 1405 French Street~ stated that the westerly portion of the property will be temporary school rooms for no longer than two years; that the school will build tennis courts on the easterly end for use in conjunction with the City; that the proposed trade would not in any way damage the water works. In reply to Councilman Villa's question, the City Manager stated that Staff does not see any problem with the water works; that the school must have an additional site by September and they can move onto the McKinley property and move again in two years, or they can move onto the City's property at First and Flower and r~ak~ it a permanent installation, allowing the City to use McKinley School property for a park; and that after a period of approximately two years~ the City and the School District would enter into a long-term agreement for use of the area. Councilman Patterson's motion, seconded by Councilman Villa, to approve the Lease Agreement and authorize its execution by the Mayor and Clerk, carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Patterson, Villa, Evans, Herrin, Griset, Yamamoto Markel None VA 70-23 Letter dated July 28, 1971, from PACIFIC INVESTMENTS Van Stevens, 1840 E. Seventeenth Street, requested clarification of the intent of Section 35-109 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, establishing park and recreation fees on the construction of residential units within the City. Reference was made to VA 70-23 which approved construction of a motel on east First Street, just west of Tustin Avenue, to include kitchenette units in a portion of the rooms. There was considerable discussion concerning the difference between a motel or apartment. Councilman Herrin stated that he believed the construction approved by VA 70-23 should be classified as a motel and moved to delete this kind of facility from the requirement of the park fee. The motion died for lack of a second. The Director of Planning stated that the primary difference is whether or not the unit contains a kitchen; that a motel's square footage is much less than that required in an apartment; and that the open space requirement is less for a motel. CITY COUNCIL -264- August 2, 1971 VA 70-23 PACIFIC INVESTMENTS - (Continued) Councilman Patterson's motion, seconded by Councilman Villa, lo receive and file the letter from Van Stevens, carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Patterson, Villa, Evans, Herrin, Griset, Yamamoto, Markel None None LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES League of California Cities letter ANNUAL CONFERENCE, dated July 26, 1971, requested that SEPTEMBER 26 - 29, 1971 each City Council designate a voting representative and an alternate voting representative to tbs Annual League Conference in San Francisco, September 26 - 29, 1971. On motion of Councilman Villa, seconded by Councilman Herrin, and unanimously carried, Mayor Griset was appointed the Council's voting representative to the Conference. Councilman Villa's motion, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, to appoint Councilman Patterson as the alternate voting representative to the Conference, carried unanimously. RECESS Council members present. At 3:25 P.M., a ten-minute recess was declared. The meeting re- convened at 3:35 P. M., with all DEEDS, NO CASH Council ordered filed the report GRANTEE, CITY of No Cash Deeds accepted by the City Manager, pursuant to Resolution No. 69-156, from July 14 through July 28, 1971, inclusive, on motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried. DEEDS WITH CASH On motion of Councilman Herrin, GRANTOR, CITY seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, the following deed was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to sign all necessary documents in connection with the sale: DONALD McKEE, north side of Santa Ana Boulevard on the east side of Fuller with no access to Santa Aha Boulevard, sale of surplus land (SPR 42-69 approved by Council on January 5, 1970). CITY COUNCIL -265- August 2, 1971 COMPLETION OF Report of Completion of Improvements, IMPROVEMENTS Tract 6505, Talbert Avenue and Greenville Street, was approved, and release of performance, monument, labor and material bonds was authorized on motion of Councilman I-Ierrin, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried. WORKABLE PROGRAM FOR On motion of Councilman Patterson, COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Staff was authorized to distribute copies of the Application for Workable Program Certification to all interested individuals and groups, and the matter was set for public hearing on Tuesday, September 7, 1971, at 7:30 P. M., in the Council Chambers, City Hall Annex, 530 North Ross Street. TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX On motion of Councilman Patterson, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance~ for presentation at the next regular Council meeting, adopting a Transient Occupancy Tax in the amount of 5% for the City of Santa Ana, and the matter was set for public hearing on Monday, August 16, 1971, at 7:30 P.M.~ in the Council Chambers, City Hall Annex, 530 North Ross Street. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #700 On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Markel, and unanimously carried, Council approved Tentative Parcel Map #700 filed by Aldor Corporation creating two (2) C 5 and one (1) R 1 parcels for commercial and residential use (apartments), located generally north of Fairhaven Avenue, west of Grand Avenue, subject to conditions contained in report of Planning Director dated July 27, 1971; and alley requirements were waived. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #703 On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, Council approved Tentative Parcel Map #703 filed by II. & J. Mabury Company creating four (4) parcels in the C 5, R lB, R 1 and R 4 Districts to be used for residential and commercial purposes, located generally on the south side of 17th Street at Sherry Boulevard, subject to conditions contained in report of Planning Director dated July 27, 1971; and alley requirements were waived. RULES OF PROCEDURE On motion of Councilman Patterson, seconded by Councilman Markel, and unanimously carried, Council adopted the Council/Commission Rules of Procedure, as amended. CITY COUNCIL -266- August 2, 1971 FINAL MAP, TRACT #7408 On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Markel, and unanimously carried, Council approved Final Map, Tract #7408, accepted the dedications ~hereon, and authorized execution of the subdivision agreement and bonds. RESOLUTION 71-73 ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PRIOR STREET DEDICATION OF A PORTION OF BIRCH STREET AND ALTON AVENUE was adopted, on motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Markel, and unanimously carried. SOUTH COMMIINITY PLAN On motion of Councilman Evans~ STUDY seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, and unanimously carried, the Planning Commission interim report on the South Community Plan Study was referred to staff for further investigation and report at the Council's next meeting. FAIRHAVEN AVENUE SEWER On motion of Councilman Markel, LINE seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried, Council authorized purchase of a sewer line from the City of Orange in Fairhaven Avenue between Cambridge Street and Tustin Avenue in the sum of $8,400. WILLOWICK GOLF COURSE On motinn of Councilman Markel, seconded by Councilman Herrin, and unanimously carried, Council received and ordered filed status report dated July 27, 1971, from Staff on their study of the purchase or de-annexation of the Willowick Golf Course. STANDARD ALLEY WIDTH Public Works Director's recommenda- tion that the standard width of 20 feet for alleys in the City of Santa Aha be retained was approved, on motion of Councilman Evans, seconded by Councilman Patterson, and unanimously carried. LEASED HOUSING PROGRAM, Councilman Evans stated that in view SECTION 23 of the narrow vote, 4 - 3, which established the Section 23 Leased Housing Program and the Housing Authority, Council's action be reconsidered. Mr. Clark Loomis, 1155 West Park Lane, representing the Santa Ana Real Estate Corporation, stated that their organization had insufficient time to study and evaluate the Leased Housing Program, and requested postponement of the matter for two weeks in order that they might have time to present their views and recommendations. CITY COUNCIL -267- August 2, 1971 LEASED HOUSING PROGRAM SECTION 23 - (Continued) The majority of the Council felt that definitive action in establishing the Leased Housing Program and the Housing Authority has been taken; but requested that the Real Estate Corporation continue their study and give the Housing Authority the benefit of its expertise. Councilmen Evans and Herrin suggested that the matter should be referred for vote of the people. The Ciiy Attorney stated that the Attorney General has ruled that Leased Housing programs do not require a referendum. Further discussion concerned the right of Councilmen to refuse to act on the Housing Authority due to their strong opposition to the program. Councilman Herrin stated that when he was elected to the City Council, his responsibility was strictly in matters of policy; that the Housing Authority will be required to act in matters of administration. Councilman Villa stated that in appointing itself as the I-lousing Authority, the City Council still remains a policy making body; that administrative matters can be turned over to a staff. The City Attorney stated that in accepting the office of Councilman, a Council member swears to Uphold the laws of the State and City, and is forbidden from abstaining from any vote except in the case of Conflict of Interest. Councilman Villa's motion, seconded by Councilman Patterson, to direct the staff to prepare and submit an application for an initial allocation of 250 units of Section 23 Leased Housing to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, with the allocation to consist of 50 units of housing for the elderly and 200 units of family-type housing, carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Villa, Patterson, Griset, Yamamoto Evans, Herrin, Markel None FIRST STREET PROPERTIES Councilman Markel requested a report in writing from the City Attorney showing the status of First Street properties subject to eminent domain proceedings. CITY COUNCIL -268 - August 2~ 1971 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET Councilman Patterson stated that there is an area on South Bristol Street near South Coast Plaza where the street suddenly narrows, causing extreme hazard for north- bound traffic, and requested information as to plans for widening the street. Public Works Director Wolford stated his department is aware of the problem which exists at the railroad crossing and that they are working on it; however, it could be a matter of one to two years before the crossing is widened. NOTIFICATION OF MEETINGS Councilman Villa stated that he had not attended the dedication-fiesta of the mini-park in the Logan Community because he had not seen the invitation, which was in his Agenda briefcase, until after the event had been held on Saturday, July 31; and that this was not the first time that an invitation had been received by him after the date of the event. The Mayor directed the Clerk to see that all invitations to Councilmen are forwarded immediately, Councilman Patterson suggested that a telephone call should also be made in the case of late receipt of invitations in the Clerk's office. Councilman Villa stated that he would like to extend his apologies to the Logan Community organization for not attending their inauguration of the mini -park. COUNCIL REPRESENTATION, Councilman Herrin stated he has LEAGUE OF CITIES been concerned over the matter of representation as a Council in matters at issue with the League of Cities. He suggested that, whenever possible, the voting representative and his alternate should be instructed as to the position of the majority of the Council members on the different issues to come before the League. Councilman Villa stated he would like to recommend Jerry Patterson for nomination for President of the League; that he is the Vice President now and he should be versed in the duties of the office; and suggested directing a letter to Mr. Duane Winters on this matte r. Councilman Patterson suggested that these are personnel matters and requested an Executive Session for their consideration. RECESS At 4:30 P.M., aten-minute recess was declared, with Council to reconvene in Executive Session. RECESS At 4:35 P.M., the meeting was recessed to 7:30 P.M., at which time it was reconvened with all Council members present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, the Invocation was given by the Rev. O. Wilbur Fix of Grand Avenue United Methodist Church. CITY COUNCIL -269- August 2, 1971 NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT On motion of Councilman Villa, OF ORANGE COUNTY LEAGUE seconded by Councilman Yamamoto, OF CITIES and unanimously carried, Council declared its intention to back the candidacy of Councilman Jerry M. Patterson for the Presidency of the Orange County League of Cities, and authorize him to represent the Council in the nominating of others who might be qualified for the position of Vice President, SANTA ANA TRANSIT STUDY The Mayor requested an oral report from Councilman Evans, Chairman of the Bus Study Committee. Councilman Evans stated that the Committee was organized to cooperate with the Chamber of Commerce in preparing and distributing a questionnaire to Santa Ana citizens concerning bus problems, and to request their response and possible contributions in assisting the Committee to reach a decision. The Santa Ana Newsletter was the method used to reach the public, and provided the Committee with approximately 460 people who voiced their approval and 53 dissenting votes. The Committee was also made aware of the survey The Register initiated with results indicating 244 in favor of some type of transit system and 249 voicing disapproval. He stated that Mr. Ben Paschall, Manager of the Chamber of Commerce, contacted various members of the County District Transit Committee in an attempt to get an indication from them as to when the District might be formed, how it would operate, and if they were in a position to indicate whether or not they might eventually take over a transit system; that questions were, perhaps, premature as answers obtained were vague; that the Chamber conducted its own survey and has indicated its opposition to a continuing, city-operated bus system; however, recommending that the City provide a system of some type for not more than one year. The Mayo~ read the results of the Chamber of Commerce survey and a 'letter dated July 27, 1971, from the American Transit Corporation ~hidh' suggested that if the City adopted the recommendations contained in the consultant's report and proceeded with an application for Federal Aid to operate the bus system, the American Transit Corporation could be appointed to administer the operation of the system from September 1, 1971 through February 29, 1972 for the sum of $67,369, payable in advance monthly; that the fare would be reduced from 35 cents to 25 cents and maximum headways of 30 minutes on all five existing routes would be provided; that all revenues derived from the operation of the transit system would be property of the City and would be applied toward the City's payment. Revenues were estimated to be $29, 635. The Clerk read an addition to the petition contained in the agenda; the original petition contained 91 signatures; the addition, 26. On motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Markel, and unanimously carried, the additional petition was received and ordered filed. CITY COUNCIL -270 - August 2, 1971 SANTA ANA TRANSIT STUDY - (Continued) The Mayor opened the public hearing. The City Manager reported that in the opinion of the Staff, a bus system is essential because of values to the City and many elements of its citizenry, and suggested that the method of transition set forth in the American Transit Corporation letter is logical and gives time for formulation of procedures, for requesting Federal subsidy, for making the necessary business arrangements, and selection of an operating company. The following persons spoke in favor of a City-owned bus line: Mr. Wayne Rash, 522 West First Street Mr. Bruce Ferris, Personnel Manager, Varian Data Machines, 2722 Michelson Drive, Irvine Mrs. Edna B. Williams, 614 S. Townsen~i Mr. Alex Acevedo, 306 East Fourth Street Mrs. Mattie L. Corbin, 108 S. Fairview Road Rev. John Coffield, 541 East Central Mr. Rash suggested that a representative sample of opinions of Santa Anans was indicated in an analysis of the vote cast in last year's election on Proposition A, a measure to create the Orange County Transit District; that approximately 52% of those voting on the issue favored it. He further pointed out that in precincts in every area of the City, the majority of voters favored a transit system; and that, therefore, approval of some form of tax subsidized public transportation was not limited to certain elements of the City; and suggested that a proposed State sales tax on gasoline might be a source of revenue to cover the cost of the bus system. Mr. Ferris stated that his firm recently took a survey within the Irvine Industrial Complex representing 32 firms with over 12,000 jobs; that they are desirous of Santa Aha providing bus service to its citizens. The following persons spoke in opposition: Mr. Robert J. Eichenberg, Executive Director, Industrial Development Association of Greater Santa Aha, 1420 E. E dinger Mr. Joe Gilmaker, 12412 Lee Lane, Garden Grove Mrs. Harper, 821E. Chestnut Mr. Jos. McGeehan, 405 East Fifth Street Mr. Eichenberg presented a letter to the Council in which it was stated that the Industrial Development Association consisting of 130 members of manufacturing industry-supported functions located primarily in Santa Aha and Central Orange County, conducted an informal poll by phone to assess the feelings of its members on the bus issue. The consensus was that a bus system would not solve transportation problems in Santa Aha. Other CITY COUNCIL -271- Augus~ 2, 1971 SANTA ANA TRANSIT STUDY - (Continued) opposition was based on the cost of the system to the taxpayers; the fact that there have been very few people who use the buses; that very few cities are able to run a bus system without substantial loss; and that this matter should be put to a vote of the people of Santa Ana. Mrs. Harper presented a letter opposing a City-owned bus system which the Clerk read. The Mayor closed the public hearing. RECESS Council members present. At 8:30 P.M., atenuminute recess was declared. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 P.M., with all Councilman Patterson requested that the Voorhees proposal, showing the seven alternatives, be displayed on the screen. He stated that he was convinced that Santa Aha needs a transportation system with a higher level of service than the current system. Councilman Evans stated that he was in favor of the bus system; that he believed there was a definite need; but would like to have a determination made on how it would be financed. Councilmen Villa and Yamamoto spoke in favor of a City-owned system. Councilman Herrin stated he is against the proposal because he is opposed to Federal Aid; that any system would unde,abtedly ldse money; and that he does not believe enough people have indicated a desire or need for the system. Councilman Markel was opposed to a City-owned system, stating that low- income people can receive Welfare payments of $6, 00 to cover transportation needs; that a very small percentage of the people of Santa Ana use the buses. Councilman Patterson's motion, seconded by Councilman Villa, that Alternate Plan #2 of the Voorhees report be adopted by the Council, Plan 2 proposes to operate over existing routes with 30 minute service and to add three new routes with 30 minute service; to operate week-day service for 15 hours of the day with reduced Saturday and Sunday service; and to purchase 9 new and 2 old buses, carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Patterson, Villa, Griset, Yamamoto Evans, Herrin, Markel None It was moved by Councilman Patterson and seconded by Councilman Villa, that the existing level of the transportation system be maintained through February 29, 1972, subject to staff negotiation with respect to the American Transit Corporation's proposal in its letter dated July 27, 1971. Such negotiation to be ratified by the Council at its next meeting. The motion carried onthe following roll call vote: A-f ES: -Patterson, Villa, Evans, NOES: Herrin, Markel ABSENT: None Griset, Yamamoto CITY COUNCIL -272 - August 2, 1971 RECESS At 9:15 P.M.~ a ten-minute recess was declared. The meeting reconvened at 9:25 P.M., with all Council members present. WEED ABATEMENT The Mayor opened the public hearing. The Clerk reported no written communications had been received. There were no requests to speak on this matter, and the Mayor closed the public hearing. RESOLUTION 71-74 HEARING AND RULING OF OBJECTIONS TO WEED ABATEMENT REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, APPROVING REPORT AND ORDERING A COPY THEREOF FILED WITH THE TAX COLLECTOR was adopted on motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Evans, and carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Herrin, Evans, Villa, Griset, Yamamoto, Patterson, Markel None None CLASS TITLE RESOLUTION 71-72 AMENDING RESEARCH ASSISTANT SECTION 3 OF RESOLUTION NO. 58-281 TO ADD CLASS TITLE OF RESEARCH ASSISTANT was adopted and Classification Specification was approved, on motion of Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Evans, and unanimously carried. WILLOWICK GOLF COURSE Mrs. Eleanor Bowman, 1202 W. Washington, asked the status of plans ~rchase Willowick Gall Course, stating that she was opposed to the pu~se of a property that is losing money. Councilman Markel explained that the golf course is paying its way on the investment; but due to taxes which the City of Garden Grove must pay to the City of Santa Aha, necessary improvements cannot be made; that if the City of Santa Aha took it over, they would not have to pay those taxes. Mrs. Bowman stated that she feels that any possibility of a purchase of the golf course should be submitted to the people for a vote. ADJOURNMENT At 9:30 P.M., the Mayor declared the meeting to be adjourned. Florence I. Malone Clerk of the Council CITY COUNCIL -273- August 2, 1971