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Home My WebLink About06-15-1998MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA JUNE 15, 1998 At 6:00 pm. in the Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Deputy Clerk of the Council Maria Ruano announced the City Council would meet in the Community Room of the Police Administration Building for a Work Study Session and declared the meeting adjourned to the Santa Ana Police Community Room, 60 Civic Center Plaza, to convene at 6:15 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter. CALL TO ORDER ATTENDANCE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA 6:33 P.M. COUNC1LMEMBERS present: MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor ROBERT L. RICHARDSON, M'ayor Pro ]'em TONY ESP1NOZA BRETT FRANKLIN TOM LUTZ PATRICIA A. McGUIGAN TED R MORENO Absent: NONE STAFF present: DAVID N. REAM, City gdanager JOSEPH W. FLETCHER, City Attorney JANICE C. GUY, Clerk q/'lhe Council Colisent Motion: CONSENT CALENDAR Apt)rove stqff recommendalions on the following Consent Calendar Items. MOTION; McGuigan VOTE; ABSENT: NOT VOT1NG: SECOND: Lutz AYES: Franklin, Lutz, McGuigan, Pulido, Richardson NOES: None None Espinoza, Moreno CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 167 JUNE 15, 1998 CONSENTCALENDAR MINUTES Motion: IO.A. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS Al)/)rove Mimttes. REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 1, 1998 ORDINANCES SECOND READING/IMPLEMENTATION RESOLUTIONS Votes in this category may differ from the vote on tile Consent Calendar. The decision on these items was made at a previous Council meeting and the vote carried forward. However, ifa Councilmember was absent from tbe previous meeting, but is present for this meeting and does not declare otherwise, hisA~er vote is recorded as affirmative. Absences from the current meeting are recorded as such. (Ordinances placed on first reading on June 1, 1998 by a 6/0 vote with Espinoza absent) Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 5, 1998 Motion: Pktcc ordinat~ces ott xecottd t'ectdit~g at~d etdol)l. II.A. SOLID WASTE COLLECTION REGULATION AND RATES - TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION MATERIALS ORDINANCE NS-2354 - An ordinance of the City of Santa Ana amending Section 16-30(F) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code pertaining to the City's solid waste collection exclnsivity provisions - Public Works Agency ll.B. TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT FEES Increases minimum building valuation to $30,000 ORDINANCE NS-2355 - An ordinance of the City of Santa Ana amending Sections 8-44 and 33-47 oftbe Santa Ana Municipal Code pertaining to the payment of the Transportation System hnprovement fee and to the requirements for street dedications and improvements by developers of private property - Public Works Agency ll.C. AMENDMENT APPLICATION 98-05 - SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL - CIVIC CENTER AREA ORDINANCE NS-2357 - An ordinance of the City Council of'the City of Santa Aha rezoning certain property located north of Santa Ana Boulevard, south of Civic CITY COUNCIL MINIITES 168 JUNE 15, 1998 CONSENT CALENDAR Center Drive, east of Bristol Street and West of Shelton Street from the Professional (P), Arterial Commercial (C5) and Limited Multiple Family Residential (R2) Zone Districts to the Single-Family Residential Zone District (RI) (AA No. 98-05) - Planning and Building Agency NOTICES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Motion: Adopt resohttions selting for I~ublic hearing on July 20, 1998. 12.A. ABANDONMENT 98-02 THROUGH 98-05 - GLOBAL METAL RECYCLING SITE RESOLUTION 98-023.1 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana declaring its intention to vacate the alley east of Minnie Street and north of Pine Street, a portion of Pine Street between Santa Fe Street and Minnie Street, a portion of an alley east of Minnie Street and north of Chestnut Avenue and a portion of Santa Fe Street between Chestnut Avenue and Walnut Street, setting a public hearing thereon, and directing notice thereof to be posted and published - Public Works Agency 12.B. ABANDONMENT 98-06 - POMONA STREET BETWEEN SYCAMORE AND BROADWAY RESOLUTION 98-024 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana declaring its intention to vacate a portion of Pomona Street between Sycamore and Broadway, setting a public hearing thereon, and directing notice thereof to be posted and published - Public Works Agency BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES 13.A. VACANCY REPORT - JUNE 10, 1998 Motion: hlMt'ltcl Cler/r lo enter report i~tlo the 3/[itntle.¥. Board Community Redevelopment/Housing Comlnission Humau Relations Commission Library Board TOTAL Vacancies 2 3 2 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 169 JUNE 15, 1998 CONSENTCALENDAR CLERK OF THE COUNCIL POSTING REPORT Motion: ]tl3'lFltcl (i~/er/c ~o enter nolice (~'l~oxling inlo the MDmle~sz 15.A The June 1, 1998 City Council Agenda was posted on the door of the Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza, at 4:00 p.m. on May 27, 1998. 15.B. The Revised June 1, 1998 City Council Agenda page was posted on the door of the Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza, at 3:25 p.m. on May 29, 1998. BUDGETARY MATTERS PROJECTS - MAINTENANCE, REHABILITATION, IM PROVEM ENT, CONSTRUCTION, OR CHANGE ORDERS FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES Motion: gn~ard itt ctccordcmce with Reqttexlx fbr Council 23.A. BUS STOP ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS - EASTERN SECTION OF SANTA ANA - To LGT Enterprises for the base bid plus Add-on Alternates 1 and 2 in the estimated amount of $138,545.00 with total estimated construction cost of $173,180.00 - Public Works Agency PROJ 8673 ***END OF CONSENT CALENDAR*** BUSINESS CALENDAR O RDINANCES/FI RST REA DING 50.A. ZOA 98-02 - REGULATION OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES Alotion: ]>/ace o/'cliltctttc¢ orr.firs! readinj,, ctttd attlhorize /mb/ica/ion qf l/i/e: ORDINANCE NS-2356 - An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Aha adopting regulations for wireless communication facilities in the City of Santa Aha - Planning and Building Agency MOT1ON: McGuigan SECOND: Lutz CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 170 JUNE 15, 1998 CONSENTCALENDAR VOTE: ABSENT: NOT VOTING: AYES: Franklin, Lutz, McGuigan, Pulido, Richardson NOES: None None Espinoza, Moreno PUBLIC Il EARINGS 75.A. AMENDMENT APPLICATION 98-08 - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 15648 - 2828 N. BRISTOL STREET - BROCK HOMES F1LED BY CF.I. PROPERTIES AMENDMENT APPLICATION 98-08 to rezone property from General Agricultural (Al) to Single-Family Residence (RI), Tentative Tract Map 15648, DP 98-24 and Environmental Review 98-47 to facilitate development of a low-density residential housing project Recommended for approval by the Planning Commission on June 8, 1998 by a 6/0 vote with Doughty abstaining Legal Notice published in the Orange County Register and mailed on June 5, 1998 Motion: (~o~liiittte hearin~ lo .]ti/); 6, 1998 al requexl of xiq[f. MOTION: McGuigan VOTE: ABSENT: NOT VOT1NG: SECOND: Pulido AYES: Franklin, Lutz, McGuigan, Pulido, Richardson NOES: None None Espinoza, Moreno WORK STUDY SESSION WS.A. GROUNDWATER REPLENISHMENT SYSTEM PROJECT Orange County Water District (OCWD) Project Manager Tom Dawes provided an overview ora proposed Groundwater Replenishment System, a joint project sponsored by OCWD and the County Sanitation Districts of Orange County, to expand the County's water supply through the recycling of treated wastewater. He explained the project would help meet the water needs of Orange County's growing population which was anticipated to increase 43% by 2020. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 171 JUNE 15, 1998 Dawes indicated (1) OCYVD owned the land on which a purification plant would be constructed thus helping to keep the total System costs between $350-400 million; (2) the project would be phased with 50,000 acre-feet of water available beginning in 2003 and 100,000 acre-feet at the completion of the 3'd phase; and (3) funds had already been allocated to the project by the Federal Bureau of Reclamation and California Energy Commission but funds from other agencies would be required. Dawes outlined project benefits, describing the System as "reliable, safe, cost effective, and enviromnentally friendly," and noted the Environmental hnpact Report for the System will be available to the public on July 6, 1998, with certification expected by November 1998. He also responded to questions from Councilmembers and members of the public regarding project specifics, and reported the project had not encountered opposition to date. WS.A. 1. DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY STATUS REPORT (OFF AGENDA ITEM) Planning and Building Agency Senior Planner Jeff`Rice provided an overview of the development activity taking place throughout Santa Ana. Using a large map of the city, Rice discussed the status of numerous commercial, industrial, and residential projects, and opined the high level of activity correlated to the strong Southern California economy. Among the highlights of his presentation were a Hilton Hotel on the Fidelity Federal site on North Main Street, four new dealerships -- Jaguar. Saab, Volvo and Audi -- under development in the Auto Mall, a retail development (McMain Center) in site plan review at McFadden and Main, and a new banquet facility and restaurant (Crystal Palace) proposed for the former Kono Hawaii Restaurant site. Mayor Pro Tern Richardson requested a rendering of the McFadden/Main development and that the site developers contact residents of the Wilshire Square Neighborhood Association for their input regarding the project. Councihnember McGuigan asked that staff`contact the Riverview West Neighborhood for input on the Crystal Palace project and indicated that she and Councilmember Lutz desired to be involved in the discussions. Councihnember Lutz opined that with the number of home design and improvement retailers already in place on South Grand Street, perhaps the corridor could be developed as a "design corridor" Councilmembers commented on several other related issues. Mayor Pulido thanked staff`for the excellent presentation. WS.B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT Planning and Building Agency Executive Director Robyn Uptegraff`introduced Community Development Agency Economic Development Manager Patti Nunn who briefly discussed the Revised Draft Economic Development Element of the General Plan with emphasis on the six goals in the Economic Development Policies section. She indicated staff`regularly coordinated with businesses in developing work training programs and was working with the community on an application for designation of Santa Aha as a Federal Empowerment Zone. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 172 JUNE 15, 1998 In response to Councilmember Franklin's inquiry about specific programs aimed at small business development, Nunn said that small businesses benefit primarily through accessing the Work Center and participating in "Breakfast for Business" meetings. She also indicated a "One-Stop Center" for financial assistance/information is being developed by the Southland Economic Development Corporation as part of the Empowerment Zone. Councilmembers commented on several related issues. Mayor Pulido asked staffto investigate the City of San Jose's approach to "globalization" of its business community. WS.C. URBAN DESIGN ELEMENT Planning and Building Agency Executive Director Robyn Uptegraff re-introduced Senior Planner JeffRice who briefly discussed the Revised Draft Urban Design Element of the General Plan with emphasis on the goals relating to the physical appearance of the City, particularly such features as streetscapes, nodes to foster entertainment, cultural and business activities, landmarks and gateways. Mayor Pulido thanked stafftbr the informative presentation. COMMENTS 90.A. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no comments from members of the public. 90.B. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember McGuigan commended John Raya and Mary Lara for encouraging City youth participation in the TKO Amateur Boxing Program and announced that an amateur boxing event open to the public with an admission fee of $500 is set for I:00 p.m. on June 21, 1998, at Spurgeon and Main Streets. Ill response to Councilmember Lutz' concern that the City's graffiti removal contractor was not meeting previous standards in matching paint to cover graffiti particularly along South Main Street, Public Works Agency Executive Director Jim Ross indicated he would investigate. Mayor Pulido asked that the meeting be adjourned in melnory of Parks, Recreation and Connnunity Services Agency Parks Maintenance employee Antonio Navarro who recently died in a job accident. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 173 JUNE 15, 1998 CLOSED SESSION CALENDAR 95.A. CONFERENCE W1TH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: Billboard sign located at the northwest corner of Bristol and McFadden Property Owner: Eller Advertising Under Negotiation: Purchase of Billboard Property: Billboard sign located at the southeast comer of Bristol and Edinger Property Owner: Eller Advertising Under Negotiation: Purchase of Billboard 95.B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significaut exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 - clailn by Mountain Laund~, Inc. Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 (1 case) 95.C. LIABILITY CLAIMS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95 - None 95.D CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Negotiator: Kathie Romero Police Management Association Agency Negotiator: Kathie Romero Service Employees International Union CLOSED SESSION REPORT No action was reported out of Closed Session ADJOURNMENT- 8:32 P.M. Clerk of the Council CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 174 JUNE 15, 1998