1988/11/29City Hall, Anaheim, California - COUNCIL MINUTES - November 29, 1988, 1:30 P.M,
The City Council of the City of Anaheim met in regular session.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Ehrle, Hunter, Kaywood, Pickler and Bay
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
PRESENT: CITY MANAGER: Bob Simpson
CITY ATTORNEY: Jack White
CITY CLERK: Leonora N. Sohl
PLANNING DIRECTOR: Joel Fick
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Annika Santalahti
TRAFFIC ENGINEER: Paul Singer
A complete copy of the agenda for the meeting of the Anaheim City Council was
posted at 9:30 a.m. on November 23, 1988 at the Civic Center kiosk, containing
all items as shown herein.
The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members being present, and
welcomed those in attendance to the Council meeting. (1:35 p.m.)
INVOCATION: Reverend Kundan Peter, West Anaheim Methodist Church, gave the
invocation.
FLAG SALUTE; Gouncilwoman Miriam Kaywood led the assembly in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
127: RESULTS OF NOVEMBER 8, 1988 ELECTION: City Clerk, Leonora N. Sohl. She
announced that as a result of the November 8, 1988 General Municipal Election,
the Registrar Of Voters, having certified the results of the election, shows
that Fred Munter was elected Mayor of the City of Anaheim and William D. Ehrle
and Tom Daly elected Counilmen. Councilman Bay thereupon offered Resolution
No. 88R-410 for adoption, adopting the canvass from the Orange County
Registrar of Voters declaring the results of the November 8, 1988 election for
the positions of Mayor and two Council members. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 88R-410: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD
ON NOVEMBER 8, 1988, DECLARING THE RESULT AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED
BY LAW.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Ehrle, Hunter, Kaywood, Pickler and Bay
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 88R-410 duly passed and adopted.
Mayor Ben Bay then passed the Mayoral gavel to newly-elected Mayor, Fred
Hunter and in doing so gave some brief comments.
City Clerk Sohl then administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Fred Hunter, and
Council Members William D. Ehrle and Tom Daly.
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Mayor Hunter introduced guests who were present in the Chamber audience and
proceeded to open the floor for presentations honoring outgoing Mayor Bay.
Supervisor Don Roth, Supervisor of the Fourth District of Orange County, first
read and then presented a resolution to Mr. Bay from the Board of Supervisors,
commending him for his service to not only the Anaheim community, but also for
his valuable service, leadership and input on those agencies having
'county-wide impact.
Mayor Fred Hunter then read and presented a plaque to Mr. Bay from the
Governor of the State of California, George Deukmejtan, honoring him for his
community service followed by a plaque from the White House signed by
President Ronald Reagan, also acknowledging Mr. Bay's service and
congratulating him upon his retirement as Mayor of the City of Anaheim.
Mayor Pro Tem Irv Pickler then made additional presentations to Mr. Bay
followed by parting comments from the City's outgoing Mayor, having served
from 1986 to 1988 and as a Councilman since 1979.
Councilman William D. Ehrle then introduced his wife, Julte, and other family
members who were present. He expressed how pleased he was to have been
elected to a full four-year term, thanked those who were instrumental in his
successful election bid, and pledged to do his very best in serving the City
of Anaheim.
Councilman Tom Daly also introduced his wife and family members and thanked
the voters of Anaheim for the confidence and faith placed in him. He
especially thanked his wife Debra, who was his day-to-day Campaign
Coordinator. He stated that no City in Orange County has more assets and
resources than Anaheim and his goal is to preserve those and to build upon
them.
Mayor Fred Hunter introduced his wife Jeannie and his family. The City is now
part of his extended family. It is necessary that the Council put aside any
differences and that they work together to move the City forward. They are
serving to make Anaheim the City that it ought to be but also to maintain a
quality of life in the work place and in their neighborhoods. It is also
important to have unity and communication, two skills that he plans to work
and hone to the best of his ability with his fellow Council Members and the
community.
RECESS; By general consent, the Council recessed for a short reception and
refreshments and invited participation by all those present in the Chamber
audience. (2:10 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS: Mayor Hunter called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (2:45 p.m.)
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
119: PROCLAMATIONS: The following proclamations were issued by Mayor Hunter
and authorized by the City Council:
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Youth Appreciation Week in Anaheim, December 4-10, 1988,
Anaheim Board of Realtors Cantree Week in Anaheim, December 12-18, 1988.
Gladys Wallace and Glen Hilliard accepted the Cantree Week proclamation.
MINUTES: Councilwoman Kaywood moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meetings held October 25, November 1 and November 8, 1988. Councilman Hunter
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
FINANCIAL DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY in the amount of $2,938,397.68 for the
period ending November 18, 1988 and $1,430,863.65 for the period ending
November 23, 1988, in accordance with the 1988-89 Budget, were approved.
WAIVER OF READING - RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCE: The titles of the following
resolutions and ordinance on the Consent Calendar were read by the City
Manager. (Resolution Nos. 88R-411 and 88R-412 for adoption and Ordinance
No. 4974 for adoption)
Councilwoman Kaywood moved to waive the reading in full of the resolutions and
ordinance. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENTAL CONSENT CALENDAR: On motion by Councilwoman
Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Pickler, the following items were approved in
accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each
Council Member and as listed on the Consent Calendar; Councilwoman Kaywood
offered Resolution Nos. 88R-411 and 88R-412 for adoption. Refer to Resolution
Book. Councilman Pickler offered Ordinance No. 4974 for adoption. Refer to
Ordinance Book.
Al. 105: Receiving and filing minutes of the Senior Citizens Commission
meeting held October 13, 1988.
105: Receiving and filing minutes of the Community Services Board
meeting held October 13, 1988.
105: Receiving and filing minutes of the Community Redevelopment
Commission meeting held November 2, 1988.
107: Receiving and filing the Building Division Statistical Report
ending October 31, 1988.
114: Receiving and filing Resolution No. 88-118 from the City of Tustin,
which recommends that the Orange County Transportation Commission
schedule their regular meetings in the evening.
A2. 158: Authorizing a payment in the amount of $2,365.92 to the owner,
Tamotsu Ora, for the cost of replacing the sign located at 920 North Anaheim
Boulevard - North Anaheim Boulevard Street Widening Project 3500-71.
A3. 101.123: Approving a Notice of Completion of the construction of the
Color Video System at Anaheim Stadium by Sony Corporation of America, and
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authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to file the Notice of
Completion.
A4. 160: Accepting the low bid of Westinghouse Supply Company, in the amount
of $48,173.18 for 1,728 single phase meters (for Utilities-Electric) in
accordance with bid #4629 as publicly advertised.
A5. 160: Accepting the low bid of McAvoy & Markham Engineering Company, in
the amount of $48,417.41 for 720 network meters (for Utilities-Electric) in
accordance with bid #4628 as publicly advertised.
A6. 160/123: Accepting the low bid of Sylvania Lighting Services
Corporation, in the amount of $81,408 for relamping and related services at
the main library and four branch libraries in accordance with bid #4637 as
publicly advertised; and approving a four year agreement with Sylvania
Lighting Services Corporation to commence January 1, 1989.
A7. 123: Approving an agreement with Anaheim East Rotary Club for the
construction of certain improvements in the Tri-Canyon parcel to be donated to
the City by the Anaheim East Rotary Club. Such improvements include clean-up
within the Tri-Canyon parcel, construction of an outdoor amphitheatre for
80-100 students, and connection of a loop hiking trail.
AS, 109/150; RESOLUTION NO. 88R-411: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE TRAIL
GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE CALIFORNIA WILDLIFE, COASTAL, AND PARK LAND
CONSERVATION ACT OF 1988. (Funding requests for three trail projects Oak
Canyon Nature Center Trail Improvements, Pelanconi Park Trail Improvements,
and Sycamore Park Trail Head Restroom Development)
A9, 109/150; RESOLUTION NO, 88R-412; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PER
CAPITA GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE CALIFORNIA WILDLIFE, COASTAL, AND PARK LAND
CONSERVATION ACT OF 1988. (Funding requests for four projects General
development of the 5.5 undeveloped area of Boysen Park, new play area
improvements at Twila Reid, La Palma, Stoddard and Boysen Parks, new security
lighting improvements at Brookhurst Boysen, Stoddard and Sage Parks, and
irrigation system rehabilitation improvements at Maxwell, Pearson and
Brookhurst Parks)
Al0. 123: Approving a First Amendment to the Agreement with Don Poff, golf
pro, to clarify provisions of the original agreement regarding administration
of the fees due Pro for operation and staffing of the City driving range.
All. 128: Receiving and filing the comprehensive annual financial report
presented by the Director of Finance for the year ended June 30, 1988.
Al2. 106/129: Approving carryover expenditure and revenue appropriations in
the amount of $39,177.89 (account no. 01-202-4180 and account no. 01-3172) for
the re-establishment of CAMEO (Computer-Aided Management of Emergency
Operations) which is a state regulated program that enables firefighters
immediate access to all applicable business information in case of emergency.
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Al3. 106/155: Approving the amendment of the Planning Department budget to
add one position of Junior Plan Checker to the Building Division. The
additional position is necessary due to the increased workload generated by
new development.
Councilman Ehrle. He met with the Zoning Administrator, Annika Santalahti
this week and it has come to his attention that there is a backlog in plan
checks and other areas due to the tremendous amount of building in process in
the City as well as the potential building out in the Anaheim Hills area. He
asked if adding one position of Junior Plan Checker to the Building Division
is enough to solve the problem.
Joel Fick, Planning Director. At present, depending on the project, the
Department is operating on a 6 to 8-week backlog on Building permits. Last
year was the single biggest permit year in City history and this year they are
exceeding what was done last year. Staff has instituted a number of different
cost savings and productivity steps and believes the addition of the Junior
Plan Checker will put them back in the realm of a 4 to 6-week lead time which
is their goal. If that is not the case, he will be talking to the City
Manager and subsequently the City Council. He clarified that he feels the
requested addition will be sufficient at this time. Revenues for the position
will be fully funded by the increased work load and permit revenues.
Al4. 123: Approving the Sixth Amendment to the Agreement with E. Del Smith &
Company, Inc., at the same hourly rate of $70 to extend the term of the
agreement from July 1, 1988, to June 30, 1989, for representation services
regarding federal legislation issues in Washington.
Al5. 175/123: Waiving Council Policy 401 and approving an agreement with
Spiegel & McDiarmid at an estimated cost of $84,000 to perform environmental
compliance work for the Public Utilities Department as recommended by the
Public Utilities Board, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said agreement,
employing Spiegel & McDiarmid without competitive bidding.
Public Utilities General Manager, Gordon Hoyt, answered questions posed by
Mayor Hunter regarding the proposed agreement and why it is recommended
without competitive bidding. In summation, Mr. Hoyt reported that the firm,
having done such work for Utilities in the past, is the best qualified to come
in in the shortest period of time to do the things necessary and required to
be done for environmental compliance.
Al6. 170/123: Approving the Final Map of Tract No. 12996 and the Subdivision
Agreement with the developer, Woodcrest Development, engineering being
provided by Hunsaker & Associates, Inc. Tract No. 12996 is located southerly
of the existing terminus of Weir Canyon Road. (Continued from the meetings of
October 25, 1988, Item AT, November 1, 1988, Item A9, November 8, 1988, Item
Al6, and November 15, 1988, Item Al2.)
This item was removed from the agenda by staff until such time as bonding
requirements are met.
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Al7, ~23/%42; ORDINANCE NO. 4974 - {ADOPTION): AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM. (Authorizing an amendment to the contract with
the Board of Administrators of the California Public Employees' Retirement
System for benefit enhancements to local firefighters hired on or after
February 10, 1984)
Roll Call Vote on Resolution Nos. 88R-411 and 88R-412:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution Nos. 88R-411 and 88R-412 duly passed and adopted.
Roll Call Vote on Ordinance No. 4974:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
None
None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 4974 duly passed and adopted.
End of Consent Calendar. MOTIONS CARRIED.
153; APPOINTMENTS TO THE ANAHEIM PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL (PIC~: Approving
the appointments to the Anaheim Private Industry Council (PIG), twelve members
from the private sector and six from the public sector, and authorizing the
submittal of the application to the State for PIC certification before the
December 5, 1988 deadline. Submitted was memorandum dated November 29, 1988
from Marge Prichard, Job Training Program Manager, recommending the subject
appointments, attached to which was Chart A which contained a listing from the
Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, recommending candidates for the private sector
category requirements for the Anaheim PIG and Chart B, a listing of names
submitted to fill the public sector category requirements for the Anaheim PIG
(revised lists).
MOTION; Councilwoman Kaywood moved (1) to reappoint the existing present
members on the PIC from the private sector - Mel Miller, Robert Kuznik, Fred
Bercher and Floyd Farano. (2) To appoint the following eight people from the
private sector, as recommended by the Chamber of Commerce - Ray Torres, Allen
Bridgeford, Bob Cashman, Ron Harding, Dick Steffy, Peter Ganahl, David Btnnon
and Don Mitchell.
Before any further action was taken, Councilwoman Kaywood stated that there is
no guarantee that the state will recognize that Anaheim can have its own
Private Industry Council and thus it could be an exercise in futility. Part
of the foregoing motion is that the Council authorize the submittal of the
application for PIG certification before the December 5, 1988 deadline.
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Marge Pritchard, Job Training Program Manager. Anaheim is now an applicant
for SDA designation. The Governor will make his decision early next week. To
stay within the guidelines, it is necessary to have the PIC appointed and
certified by the state. One of the concerns Councilwoman Kaywood has
expressed, there are eight names before the Council for the public sector.
The Act states that there are six representative agencies that must be
represented; however, there are three educational names before the Council.
It is not inappropriate to have more than six as long as there are six.
Additional names were submitted. Therefore, there are three nominees from the
educational representatives.
Councilwoman Kaywood thereupon added to her motion the following appointees
from agencies that must be represented which includes three representatives
from the educational agencies category: Organized Labor - Central Labor
Council AFL/CIO - Robert Nelson; Public Employment Service Anaheim
Employment Development Department - Jesus Vasquez; Rehabilitation Agency
Department of Rehabilitation, Anaheim District - Milton Pentecost; Community
Based Organization - United Way of Orange County - Sidney Hampton; Social
Services Orange County Department of Social Services - Larry Leaman;
Educational Agencies North Orange County Community College District - Dr.
Lyndon Taylor; Anaheim Union High School District - Dr. J. Fulton Fischer;
North Orange County Regional Occupational Program - Patricia Langlin.
Councilman Pickler seconded the foregoing motion. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
105: RESIGNATION FROM COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD: Councilwoman Kaywood moved
to accept the resignation of Wil Lirette from the Community Services Board
(term expires June 30, 1989), and directing the City Clerk to post a notice of
an unscheduled vacancy on the Community Services Board. Councilman Hunter
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Kaywood asked that a letter of thanks be sent to Mr. Llrette for
his service on the Board; Mayor Hunter clarified that the reason Mr. Lirette
is leaving the Community Services Board is due to his acceptance of his
appointment to a seat on the City's Economic Development Board.
147: APPOINTMENT TO THE ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT: Councilman Hunter
nominated Councilman Irv Pickler to ~erve ag alternate on the Board o~
Directors of County Sanitation District Nos. 2, 3 and 13 in the Mayor's
absence. Councilman Ehrle seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
ITEMS OF PUBLIC INTEREST:
No items of public interest were addressed.
179: ITEMS C1 - C7 FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 7, 1988
INFORMATION ONLY - APPEAL PERIOD ENDS NOVEMBER 29, 1988:
Cl. RECLASSIFICATION NO. 88-89-19, VARIANCE NO. 3862 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION
- TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 13760:
OWNERS: ROGER L. WILLIAMSON AND BONNIE S. WILLIAMSON, 3450 E. La
Palma, Anaheim, CA 92806
AGENT: SALKIN ENGINEERING CORPORATION, 1215 East Chapman Avenue,
#2, Orange, CA 92666
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LOCATION: Property is aDoroximately 30,7 acres on the south side of
Aventda De Santiago, approximately 650 feet south of the centerline
of Tamarisk Drive,
For a change in zone from RS-A-43,000 to RS-HS-22,000.
To establish an ll-lot single-family subdivision with waivers of (a)
required lot frontage and (b) minimum lot frontage.
Reclassification No. 88-89-19 GRANTED by the Planning Commission,
PC88-307.
Variance No. 3862 GRANTED by the Planning Commission, PC88-308.
Tentative Tract No. 13760 APPROVED by the Planning Commission, and no
action taken by City Council at the meeting of November 15, 1988,
Item C15.
Approved Negative Declaration.
C2, RECLASSIFICATION NO, 88-89-20, VARIANCE NO, 3865 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION
TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 13705;
OWNERS: JAY BROWN AND HELEN BURROWS, 1949 Ninth Street, Anaheim, CA
92802
AGENT: CATHERINE LIN AND WILLIAM LIN, 193 W. King Avenue, Brea, CA
92621
LOCATION: 1949 Ninth Street
For a change in zone from RS-A-43,000 to RS-7200 or a less intense
zone. To establish a 7-lot, RS-7200, single-family residential
subdivision with waivers of (a) required lot frontage and (b) minimum
lot width.
Reclassification No. 88-89-20 GRANTED by the Planning Commission,
PC88-309.
Variance No. 3862 GRANTED by the Planning Commission, PC88-310.
Tentative Tract No. 13705 APPROVED by the Planning Commission, and no
action taken by City Council at the meeting of November 15, 1988,
Item C16.
Approved Negative Declaration.
C3, WAIVER OF CODE REQUIREMENT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 3086 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION:
OWNER: JAMES PERUMEAN, 21892 Vacation Lane, ~untington Beach, CA
92646
AGENT: JOHN HARGRAVE, 1440 N. Daly Street, Anaheim, CA 92806
LOCATION: 1440 Daly Street
To permit a truck body manufacturing/painting and installation
facility with waiver of minimum number of parking spaces.
CUP NO. 3086 GRANTED by the Planning Commission, PC88-311.
Waiver of Code Requirement GRANTED by the Planning Commission.
Approved Negative Declaration.
C4.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 3087 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
OWNERS: WESTSIDE BUILDING MATERIAL CORP., P.O. Box 552, Anaheim, CA
92805
AGENT: PCSTC, INC., 1870 S. Chris Lane, Anaheim, GA 92805
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LOCATION: 1213 E. Howell Street
To permit a tour bus transportation terminal.
CUP NO. 3087 GRANTED by the Planning Commission (for a period of five
years) PC88-312.
Approved Negative Declaration.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3088 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
OWNER: BEACON MAGNOLIA PARTNERS, 23766 Mercury Road, E1 Toro, CA
92630
AGENT: DONALD W. MUELLER, 30131 Town Center Dr., #170,
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
LOCATION: 1270 through 1332 South Magnolia Avenue
To permit the expansion of an existing commercial retail center.
WITHDRAWN by the Applicant.
C6. WAIVERS OF CODE REQUIREMENT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 3093 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION:
OWNER: HIGHLAND PINETREE, 1010 E. Chestnut Street, Santa Ana, CA
92701
AGENT: MICHAEL CHOI LEE, 715 Palomino, Anaheim, CA 92807
LOCATION: 916 S. Euclid Street
To permit on-sale alcoholic beverages in conjunction with an enclosed
restaurant/public dance hall with waiver of minimum number of parking
spaces.
CUP NO. 3093 DENIED by the Planning Commission, PC88-313.
Waivers of Code Requirement DENIED by the Planning Commission.
Denied Negative Declaration.
End of the Planning Commission Items.
179: SCENIC CORRIDOR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE HEIGHT STANDARD REVIEW
AND STUDY: Submitted was report dated November 22, 1988 from the Planning
Department Zoning Division, which is submitted for Informational Purposes
summarizing the actions taken by the Planning Commission regarding the height
study. The study addresses th~ issu~ of increasing singl~-family resid~ntial
building heights in the "SC" (Scenic Corridor Overlay) zone. Discussions were
held August 15, September 26, October 24 and November 7, 1988.
Councilwoman Kaywood. Since the report was received just today, she has not
had an opportunity to review it.
Councilman Pickler. His concern is that only four Planning Commission members
were present when the matter was voted on. He would still like the Commission
to try to have all members present and then a decision be made on this
important issue.
Joel Fick, Planning Director. As noted in the report, the Planning Commission
discussed the issue at four public hearings. They studied the matter, went on
field trips, etc. At one meeting there was a 2-2 tie vote. At the last
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hearing on November 7, 1988, six members voted resulting in a 3-3 tie vote.
The seventh Commissioner declared a Conflict of Interest and, therefore, was
not involved in the vote. Because of the impasse, the Commission forwarded
the matter to the Council.
Councilman Pickler suggested that the issue be discussed and considered by the
Council the beginning of January.
Joel Fick. Until a final decision is made, variance requests will be handled
on a case-by-case basis.
Councilwoman Kaywood. She is concerned that for 14 years there have been no
questions concerning the maximum 25-foot height limitation and now the City is
going on a case-by-case basis which has given extra work to staff and the
Commission plus causing a great deal of confusion in the community as well as
great concern from the residents particularly in the Peralta Hills and Mohler
Drive area where they were promised those limitations would be adhered to.
She is concerned over a long continuance of the issue.
MOTION; Councilman Pickler moved to continue consideration and discussion of
the report on Scenic Corridor single-family residential zone height standards
to Tuesday, January 10, 1988. Councilman Ehrle seconded the motion. MOTION
CARRIED.
City Attorney White. On the January 10, 1988 agenda, the matter should be
listed as a zoning item. It should not be noticed as a public hearing since
there is no draft of an ordinance to be considered at this time. It should
continue to be listed under the "C" items of the Council agenda.
RECESS: Councilman Hunter moved to recess for ten minutes. Councilman
Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (3:11 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS; The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (3:20 p.m.)
179: CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE NO. 3828, CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT.
CLASS 3-A:
APPLICANT: OWNER:
Tony W. Baxter
6401 E. Nohl Ranch Road, No. 9,
Anaheim, CA 92807
LOCATION/REQUEST: The property is located at 7635 E. Silver Dollar Lane.
request is to construct a 2-story, 31.5 foot high, single-family residence
with waiver of maximum structural height.
The
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ACTION: The Zoning Administrator, under Decision
No. ZA88-50, approved Variance No. 3828 in part, for 28 feet.
HEARING SET ON:
A review of the Zoning Administrator's decision requested by Councilman Hunter
and Councilwoman Kaywood at the meeting of August 30, 1988 and public hearing
scheduled October 4, 1988.
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PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS MET BY:
Publication in Anaheim Bulletin September 22, 1988.
Posting of property September 23, 1988.
Mailing to property owners within 300 feet - September 21, 1988.
PLANNING STAFF INPUT:
See Staff Report to the Zoning Administrator dated August 11, 1988.
At the public hearing after discussion and input was received, the Council
continued the public hearing to Tuesday, November 29, 1988. A subsequent
request was received from Mitzi Ozaki discussed at the meeting of October 25,
1988 asking that the item be continued to December 6, 1988, a Council night
meeting, rather than November 29, 1988. The City Council at that time
declared its intent that at the public hearing of November 29, 1988, the
hearing would be continued to the night meeting of December 6, 1988.
Mayor Hunter asked if anyone was present to speak on the matter today; there
was no response.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated she felt it was clearly understood by the
residents and the developer that it was the Council's expressed intent to
continue the public hearing to December 6, 1988.
MOTION; Councilwoman Kaywood moved to continue the public hearing on Variance
No. 3828 to Tuesday, December 6, 1988 at 8:00 p.m. Councilman Daly seconded
the motion. Councilman Ehrle abstained. MOTION CARRIED.
179: PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3063 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION:
APPLICANT:
OWNER:
Wonson Klm and Haesook Klm
11443 E. Stapleton Circle,
Cerritos, CA 90701
LOCATION/REQUEST: The property is located at 1142 N. Brookhurst Street. The
request is to permit a 1,456 square-foot convenience market.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Conditional Use Permit No. 3063 was granted by
the Planning Commission, under Resolution No. PC88-296: approved Negative
Declaration.
HEARING SET ON:
A letter of appeal on one of the conditions of approval imposed by the
Planning Commission was submitted by the owner, Wonson Klm, and public hearing
scheduled this date.
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS MET BY:
Publication in Anaheim Bulletin November 17, 1988.
Posting of property November 17, 1988.
Mailing to property owners within 300 feet - November 17, 1988.
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PLANNING STAFF INPUT:
See Staff Report to the Planning Commission dated October 24, 1988.
APPLICANT'S
STATEMENT:
Mr. Richard Tumpowsky, Century City, Los Angeles.
He is speaking for the applicant. Mr. Klm has invested $700,000
in the proposed center where he wishes to have a convenience
store. Although the CUP was was granted by the Planning
Commission, the Commission denied the sale of beer and wine.
The importance of being able to sell beer and wine in the market
is the difference between a profit and loss. Mr. Kim is going
to operate the store himself. He (Klm) went to the immediate
neighbors and gathered 36 or 37 signatures of people who were
agreeable to the store carrying beer and wine. There is also an
additional petition of people who are in favor. There are only
two people opposed. Mr. Kim is willing to do the following to
please his neighbors: Plant high cypress trees all around the
property, further screen the wall, light up the parking lot at
night to eliminate people congregating in the area and place a
uniformed security guard in the lot. There is a public
necessity for a convenience store in the area. There is a
Circle K store approximately 300 feet away but it does not carry
all of the items that the convenience store will offer such as
fruits and vegetables, a large variety of groceries, school
supplies, etc. It is necessary to have beer and wine as well.
Mr. Klm wants a. neighborhood family type store which will be run
by his family for families in the area.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION-
IN FAVOR: Lawrence Vierira, 2188 West Falmouth.
His property is directly north of the proposed store with his
backyard facing the market. He has no objection to the sale of
beer and wine. The Circle K sells beer and wine. There are
problems in the area with people who buy beer and wine, consume
it and toss the bottles in his yard. That will happen
anywhere. Any convenience store must have beer and wine in
order to be successful. The owner has bent over backwards to
mitigate problems. Mr. ~im has talked to his £amily and the
family next door. He is pleased that the fence is going to be
raised because the fence is too low at present.
Gordon Yelton, 2202 West Falmouth (across the street).
He has spoken at length with Mr. Klm about his project. All of
his neighbors on his side of the street and neighbors up and
down both sides are in agreement with the convenience market and
the beer and wine sales. He is speaking for them. He will not
go into the Circle K because of the problems there. There is a
need for people in the neighborhood to have a store such as Mr.
Ktm is proposing. There are only two households against beer
and wine sales. He submitted a petition containing
approximately 44 signatures in favor.
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Vincent Conkltng, 1127 North Lotus Place, Anaheim, Ca. 92801.
He lives directly behind the 3-story building at 1126
Brookhurst. No one was happy when that was built but it turned
out that everybody is happy now. He believes the convenience
store is going to be good. He is retired and can walk to the
store without being mugged. Circle K is an all night long
operation. Mr. Klm should be given a chance to open the
convenience market. If there is a problem, action can be taken
against him.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION-
IN OPPOSITION:
Dan Lookabill, 2174 West Falmouth.
At the Planning Commission hearing, the comment was made the
store would not make it unless it sold beer and wine. This
speaks to the issue of whether the other items are needed as
well since there is an alternate source. In terms of
merchandise, the market would not add to his neighborhood but
instead have a negative impact on traffic in the area which is
presently a problem. The driveway is not wide enough to get on
to Brookhurst. To enter the property, it is necessary to cross
sidewalks. It is serious enough that this type of business
which promotes frequent ingress and egress could add to the
heavy traffic problems in the area. The other concern he has is
trash, a great deal of which is generated from convenience
markets. A statement was made that other residents in the area
understood that this store has been part of the plan for the
property which is not true. The petition submitted probably
contains his signature which will prove that he did not
understand that to be the case. In talking with Mr. Klm, he
thought it was going to be a small commercial center with
service type businesses. He (Lookabill) said that he did not
want to see another convenience market built there and Mr. Klm
stated unequivocally that was not his intent. As soon as the
building went up, the plan changed. He would not have supported
the development if he thought that was going to be the case.
The Planning Commission made an appropriate compromise that 3
feet be added to the block wall and that no beer and wine be
sold which is the primary trash generator. He is asking that
the Council validate and sustain the action of the Planning
Commission and not allow what he feels in his case was a
misrepresentation. He has no objection to commercial
development of the property but is concerned with the negative
impact this proposal will have.
George Arnold, 2178 Falmouth.
He was also approached by Mr. Klm who asked his support for a
commercial center and assured him there would be no convenience
store in the center. He and Mr. Lookabill were the only two
residents present at the public hearing. At the time, Mr.
was not willing to raise the wall. It was pointed out that the
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wall is not in compliance; however, it is yet to be raised.
When the variance was granted for the convenience store by the
Planning Commission without beer and wine, they stated it was
never the intent to have a high traffic convenience store back
there. His objection is based upon the proximity of the homes
in the development which back up to the center. His son's
bedroom is about 20 feet from the wall. They are subject to
noise, light intrusion and high traffic from a store that will
be open until 10:00 p.m. These factors will have a very
negative impact on his family's life and his property value.
Circle K is a full service convenience market. The proposal is
not something that will benefit the neighborhood. It will have
a negative impact in an area already impacted by heavy traffic.
The raising of the wall is not conditioned on beer and wine but
it is to protect the homeowners regardless of whatever type of
business is back there. He is opposed to beer and wine. It is
a compromise the Planning Commission made that is more
compatible with the neighborhood.
Eleanor Bay, 2148 West Grayson.
She is not directly affected by the proposal but has lived in
the neighborhood for 28 years. After Mr. Klm was turned down on
a motel, he came to her door and assured her there would be
businesses such as beauty and barber shops and perhaps a realty
office but no restaurant, alcohol or fast-food. The Circle K is
close to the neighborhood. There is no need for another
convenience market. If the market sells fruits and vegetables
with the trash enclosure backing up to the wall which separates
the residents from the center, it will have a detrimental effect
on those residents. Trash trucks cannot go onto the property
and turn around but will have to park on Brookhurst. The
convenience market should be turned down in total. If the
Council should allow it, the beer and wine should be denied,
hours of operation restricted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and no video
machines allowed. She also understands that any lighting in the
parking lot must be down lighted so it will not affect the
residents.
SUMMATION BY APPLICANT:
Mr. Wonson Klm.
Relative to the driveway, he is participating with the City in
street widening which will occur in the future. The present
driveway is temporary until the street is widened. The petition
submitted is a new one with new signatures.
Mr. Richard Tumpowsky.
His understanding is the Planning Commission approved the CUP
but without beer and wine. Regarding the problem of trash,
there can be no drinking on the premises, there will be security
on the lot, there are 400 to 500 homes in the area who will
utilize the market.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
Paul Singer, Traffic Engineer.
Answering Councilwoman Kaywood, he explained that the trash
trucks will not go onto the property. Bins will be rolled out
and picked up on Brookhurst. This is not unusual along many of
the commercial areas.
COUNCIL CONCERNS:
Councilman Pickler.
The CUP process for convenience markets was instituted to assure
control over where they are established. He travels Brookhurst
daily and is aware of the traffic situation. He is concerned
with not only the beer and wine aspect, but convenience markets
generally. He does not believe this location is suitable for a
convenience market.
Mayor Hunter explained that when a portion of a Conditional Use
Permit that has been approved is appealed, the hearing is de
novo, i.e., the Council has the ability not only to grant the
request, but also to deny the complete CUP. He agrees with
Councilman Pickler in this case. There is a Circle K close by,
and Brookhurst and La Palma are very busy streets traffic wise.
He is inclined to deny the CUP in total.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilman
Hunter, seconded by Councilwoman Kaywood, the City Council approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment. MOTION CARRIED.
WAIVER OF READING RESOLUTION; The title of the following resolution was
read by the City Clerk. (Resolution No. 88R-413)
Councilman Hunter moved to waive the reading in full of the resolution.
Councilwoman Kaywood seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilman Hunter offered Resolution No. 88R-413 for adoption, denying
Conditional Use Permit No. 3063, finding that the use does not conform to the
requirements of the Anaheim Municipal Code for the approval of the CUP for a
convenience market. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO, 88R-413: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3063.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
None
None
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The Mayor declared Resolution No. 88R-413 duly passed and adopted.
179; PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3073, CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT,
CLASS 3:
APPLICANT: OWNERS:
Oswaldo Vasquez and Aha B. Vasquez
1134 Lomita Place,
Anaheim, CA 92801
AGENT:
David Peters
610 West Broadway, #111,
Anaheim, CA 92805
LOCATION/REQUEST; The property is located at 1134 W. Lomtta Place. The
request is to permit a 640 square foot "granny unit".
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Resolution No. PC88-291 granted Conditional Use
Permit No. 3073; determined the project to be categorically exempted from the
requirement to file an EIR, Class 3.
HEARING SET ON:
A review of the Planning Commission's decision was requested by Councilwoman
Kaywood and Councilman Pickler at the meeting of November 1, 1988, and public
hearing scheduled this date.
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS MET BY:
Publication in Anaheim Bulletin November 17, 1988.
Posting of property November 17, 1988.
Mailing to property owners within 300 feet - November 18, 1988.
PLANNING STAFF INPUT:
See Staff Report to the Planning Commission dated October 10, 1988.
APPLICANT'S
STATEMENT:
David W. Peters, 610 West Broadway.
He is trying to obtain a CUP for a granny unit for a 65-year old
grandmother. He has met with all requirements of the Planning
Commission and does not understand why he is having a problem.
Councilwoman Kaywood.
She asked for confirmation if Mr. Peters was planning to put a
2-story above the garage and was he aware that would require a
2-hour fire wall or sprinklers.
David Peters.
He answered that he was building above the garage and was not
aware of the fire wall or sprinklers but there would be no
problem with accomplishing those requirements.
Mayor Hunter asked if anyone wished to speak either in favor or in opposition;
there was no response.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT CATEGORICAL gXEMPTION; On motion by Councilman
Pickler, seconded by Councilman Ehrle, it was determined that the proposed
project falls within the definition Section 3.01 Class 3, of the City of
Anaheim guidelines to the requirements for an Environmental Impact Report and
is, therefore, categorically exempt from the requirement to file an EIR.
MOTION CARRIED.
WAIVER OF READING - RESOLUTION; The title of the following resolution was
read by the City Clerk. (Resolution No. 88R-414)
Councilwoman Kaywood moved to waive the reading in full of the resolution.
Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Kaywood offered Resolution No. 88R-414 for adoption, granting
Conditional Use Permit No. 3073, including the requirement for the fire wall.
Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 88R-414: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3073.
Before a vote was taken, Councilman Pickler asked if the stipulation relative
to the fire wall needed to be included; City Attorney White clarified that the
fire wall will be required even if it is not a condition.
Councilman Pickler stated that since the fire wall will be a requirement and
it was pointed out to Mr. Peters in this hearing, he does not feel it is
necessary to add it to the resolution.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing resolution without the inclusion of the
fire wall since the granny unit could not be built without satisfying that
requirement in any case.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 88R-414 duly passed and adopted.
179: PUBLIC HEARING - WAIVER OF CODE REOUIREMENT. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 3078. CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT, C~ASS 3 6/q]) 5:
APPLICANT: OWNERS:
James Allen Cannaday and Betty Bete Cannaday
512 Las Rtendas Dr.,
Fullerton, CA 92635
LOCATION/REOUEST; The property is located at 701 S. Lemon Street. The
request is to permit a 634-square foot modular "Granny Unit" with waiver of a
minimum rear yard setback.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Conditional Use Permit No. 3078 was denied by the
Planning Commission, under Resolution No. PC88-297; Waiver of Code Requirement
was denied by the Planning Commission; determined to be categorically exempt
from the requirement to prepare an EIR.
HEARING SET ON:
The Planning Commission's decision was appealed by the owner, James Cannaday,
and public hearing scheduled this date.
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS MET BY:
Publication in Anaheim Bulletin November 17, 1988.
Posting of property November 17, 1988.
Mailing to property owners within 300 feet - November 17, 1988.
PLANNING STAFF INPUT:
See Staff Report to the Planning Commission dated October 24, 1988.
APPLICANT'S
STATEMENT:
James Allen Canaday, 512 Las Riendas Drive, Fullerton, CA 92635.
He and his wife have owned the property for 40 years. His
wife's mother and brother live at 629 South Lemon Street to the
north adjacent to his property. The Bete's have been in the
City since 1906. He is not an absentee owner. His daughter and
her family live at 701 So. Lemon. The Planning Commission
denied his petition for the reasons listed in Resolution No.
PC88-297 (see the resolution, Page 1 and 2) which he briefed.
He requested a waiver of the 25-foot setback requirement which
was denied. He has reworked his plans to show a 25-foot setback
for the granny unit. .One of the primary reasons for denial was
Item 4 of the Planning Commission resolution, "That the
size and shape of the site proposed for the use is not adequate
to allow the full development of the proposed use . ." His
plans were reviewed by the Planning Staff, and in their report
to the Planning Commission dated October 24, 1988, Item No. 11,
Page 2 reports that, "plans indicate conformance to all
applicable site development standards of the RS-72,000 zone
(other than rear yard setback)." He has since changed the
setback to 25 feet and his plans now conform to all requirements
of that zone.
The property is ideally suited for the proposed use. In
concluding, he referred to Item 2, Page 2'of the Planning
Commission resolution stating another reason for denial relating
to the original intent of the granny unit procedure to provide
housing for an elderly family member. The staff report listed
the many granny units already approved in the City and in all
cases where they were approved, the only requirement was that
the tenants must be over 60 years of age and that no familial
status was required. Since he was not present when the law was
being written, debated or enacted, he cannot comment on the
intent. He would like to have Vicki Derieg speak in favor of
his application.
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Vicki Derieg, resident of Huntington Beach.
She was present when the law was created. She is a member of
the Board of Directors of the California Manufactured Housing
Association. She first submitted a copy of Senate Bill No. 1160
of 1981 (the "Granny Unit" legislation). The only thing stated
in the bill is that residents must be 60 years of age or over;
there is no familial status included in the Chaptered version.
As part of her presentation, Ms. Derieg referred to and read
portions of letter dated November 29, 1988 from Chris Petrakos,
Director, Governmental Affairs, California Manufactured Housing
Institute (made a part of the record) wherein he notes that,
"nowhere in the statutes does it imply that these units are
limited to family members." He goes on to amplify on the
uncodified legislative intent language of the law. She also
referred to minutes of previous public hearings regarding
conditional use permit requests for granny units in the City of
Anaheim, wherein it specifically stated the City cannot restrict
who the senior citizen is to be or disallow the granny unit.
Minutes also specifically stated that the unit could be rented
and one granted in 1987 was originally brought in as a Section 8
subsidized house and is currently being rented in the City. She
also confirmed for Councilwoman Kaywood that it was her intent
to provide the modular unit for Mr. Canaday and she does have a
vested interest in the matter. She is also an instructor in the
law of the State of California in the Manufactured Housing
Industry.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION -
IN FAVOR: None.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION-
IN OPPOSITION:
Mrs. Sietska Bolttzer, 628 South Clementine.
They oppose the proposed modular unit. Theirs is a
single-family neighborhood. The proposal will open the door to
multiple family units. The live directly behind the proposed
property and it will be a liability to their property. There
are other people present who are in opposition. She asked that
they stand. (There were seven other people who stood indicating
their opposition). She has signatures of approximately 50
people who were not able to be present. She explained where the
signatures were gathered. Mr. Canady stated he planned to
derive extra income for his' daughter in the front so that they
could buy a better home. She knows five people who heard him
say he was planning to use the property as a rental for extra
income. Once turned down, she does not understand why the
matter should be taking the Council's time. If the matter
should be continued for any reason, the residents are requesting
a night hearing. If they deny the will of the people who are in
opposition, they are requesting a 6-foot wall for their
protection.
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Debora Busch, 632 South Clementine.
Their property backs up to the subject property. They are the
neighbors with the 5-foot space between their house and a
property line. They feel with a modular unit, it would create a
fire hazard to the neighbors around that unit. When they
purchased their home, they did so so they would not have to sit
on top of their neighbors. Mr. Canaday lives in Fullerton and
would not have to suffer the consequences of his actions if
approved. She was also told by a Real Estate agent after a
granny unit situation is created, if the people move or die, the
units will be rented to anybody who can lease them which is of
great concern.
Virginia Stevens, 531 South Clementine.
Their area is a desirable, spacious, quiet area of single-family
dwellings. Developers repeatedly want to buy their homes and
promote multiple family dwellings in their single-family areas.
The residents have been constantly on guard. They strongly
oppose higher density housing in their neighborhoods (South
Lemon, South Glementine, Dickel and Helena Streets). She and
her neighbors strongly oppose any waivers or zoning changes
which would promote or allow higher density housing to be built
in their area. The building of the rental unit will promote and
speed the conversion of their stable, spacious single-family
area to one of multi-family dwellings, which will become
crowded, noisy, more traffic, more crime and an area of
transient dwellers who rent rather than have vested interest in
the area. As the City Council, they are uniquely suited and
able to prevent, hold and slow this destructive process.
Rich Busch, 632 South Clementine.
These units are supposed to be for lower income housing. A
broker has already told them that if the unit is approved, if
they should want to sell their property, the value will drop
20%. They do not want to see their neighborhood destroyed.
SUMMATION/REBUTTAL BY ARGUMENT: Vicki Derieg.
She rebutted statements made by the last three people who spoke
in opposition. She also stated that the applicant is not asking
to change the underlying zone but merely to be allowed to do
what state and city law allows them to do - to put in a home for
a senior citizen which is suited to the elderly because of its
cost. The infrastructure is already there. There can be no
young people or no more than two people living in the home. The
unit is built to all building codes and it is not a less
favorable type of housing.
James Canaday.
He does not see what the neighbors are objecting to. He has
been a good neighbor for 40 years and intends to be one for as
long as possible. The neighbors think this might open the area
to apartments but apartments are not possible in this area.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
Councilwoman Kaywood.
She asked Mr. Canaday if it is his intent to rent out the unit.
Mr. Canaday answered, absolutely and he has stated that all
along. He does believe that was the intent of the law and the
units can be rented to senior citizens. As long as he is
living, he intends to pick the people that will rent the unit.
Councilman Ehrle.
In the time he has been on the Council, the granny units
approved have been basically for elderly family members. In
this case, he feels it is intended to be nothing more than a
rental unit and an attempt to split a lot thereby creating two
units on a single-family lot.
Mayor Hunter.
The issue is that it is still discretionary with the Council to
issue a permit to have a granny unit whether a family member or
not. He is going to sustain the Planning Commission's denial
not only regarding the setbacks, but also to maintain the
integrity of the single-family neighborhood.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION; On motion by Councilman
Hunter, seconded by Councilman Pickler, it was determined that the proposed
project falls within the definition of Section 3.01 Class 3 and 5, of the City
of Anaheim guidelines to the requirements for an Environmental Impact Report
and is, therefore, categorically exempt from the requirement to file an EIR.
MOTION CARRIED.
WAIVER OF READING - RESOLUTION; The title of the following resolution was
read by the City Clerk. (Resolution No. 88R-415)
Councilman Hunter moved to waive the reading in full of the resolution.
Councilman Daly seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilman Hunter offered Resolution No. 88R-415 for adoption, denying
Conditional Use Permit No. 3078, upholding the decision of the Planning
Commission. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 88R-415; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3078.
Before a vote was taken, Councilwoman Kaywood stated this application is a
first in several ways. It is a modular unit, it is to be a specific rental
unit, and the owner of the property does not live on-site. In reading the
Code, there is nothing that says it has to be a rental unit. In every
previous case, those to be occupying the granny unit were not always a family
member but they were not rental units, and to be occupied by somebody who was
a part of the property. If this is approved, it will make a statement that
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there are no more single-family residential areas in the City. The
infrastructure is not adequate, especially in older parts of the City.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing resolution.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Daly, Ehrle, Kaywood, Pickler and Hunter
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 88R-415 duly passed and adopted.
RECESS; By general consent the Council recessed for ten minutes. (4:40 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS: The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (4:50 p.m.)
179; VARIANCE NO, 3514 - EXTENSION OF TIME; Requested by Joseph A.
Todhunter, 8549 La Baya Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. The request is
for an extension of time retroactive to December 17, 1986, to expire
December 17, 1989. Variance 3514 is to permit a 5-unit "affordable" apartment
complex with waivers of maximum structural height and maximum site coverage.
Councilman Pickler moved to approve an extension of time retroactive to
December 17, 1986 to expire December 17, 1988 on Variance No. 3514, to permit
a 5-unit "affordable" apartment complex with waivers of maximum structural
height and maximum site coverage. Councilman Daly seconded the motion.
Before a vote was taken, Annika Santalahti, Zoning Administrator, explained
for the Council that the project was approved originally in 1985. When staff
recommends approval of an extension, a check is made to make certain there are
no changes to the Code or General Plan in the meantime. There are no changes
involved in this case and staff, therefore, had no problem with it.
Councilwoman Kaywood noted that one of the units was to be rented as low and
moderate income housing but with only a 5-year limitation. Projects are not
now approved with such low limits on affordable units - limits are now closer
to 30 years.
Annika Santalahti. That is correct. However, in order to modify that
condition in this project, it would have to be scheduled for an additional
public hearing.
Councilwoman Kaywood. The projects that Anaheim and Orange County will have
in the future will reflect a need for much more affordable housing. When a
density bonus is granted for affordable units, the affordability should go
with the life of the project 5 years is not acceptable to her.
City Attorney White explained for Councilman Pickler that on this time
extension, the conditions cannot be changed. The Council can deny the
extension and have the developer reapply. The only thing the Council can do
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today is to either approve the requested extension or deny it. If approved,
it has to be with the same conditions that now apply since the conditions were
imposed at a public hearing. If denied, the developer would have to file a
new application and start all over.
Councilman Pickler stated that he did not want to cause the applicant to start
the process from the beginning.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing motion, approving the requested
extension of time. Councilwoman Kaywood voted no. MOTION CARRIED.
179: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NOS, 2844, 2845 AND 2846, VARIANCE NO, 3603
EXTENSION OF TIME TO COMPLY WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: Requested by Savoy
M. Bellavia, Hutton Development Co., Inc., 201 E. Sandpotnte, Suite 300, Santa
Ana, CA 92707-5750. The petitioner requests a one-year extension of time to
expire on November 25, 1989. The property involved is in a regularly shaped
parcel consisting of approximately 19.7 acres located at the northwest corner
of Santa Ana Canyon and Weir Canyon Roads.
CUP NO, 2844 - To permit a gasoline station with a mini-market, a car wash,
and waiver of minimum structural setback on a 1.6 acre portion of subject
property.
No action is required by the Council on Conditional Use Permit No. 2844.
Councilman Hunter moved to approve a one-year extension of time on the
following Conditional Use Permits and Variance, to expire on November 25,
1989. Councilman Daly seconded the motion.
(1) CUP NO. 2845 - To permit 3 drive-through restaurants with waiver of
minimum structural setback on a 2.3 acre portion of subject property.
(2) CUP NO, 2846 To permit a 57.5 foot high, 150-room hotel with waiver of
maximum structural height on a 4-acre portion of subject property.
C3) Variance No, 3603 - For waivers of minimum structural setback, minimun~
number of parking spaces, maximum wall height, and required site screening to
construct a commercial complex.
MOTION CARRIED.
179: ORDINANCE NOS. 4975, 4976 AND 4977 (INTRODUCTION): Councilwoman Kaywood
offered Ordinance No. 4975 for introduction.
ORDINANCE NO, 4975; AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING.
(Amending Title 18 to rezone property under Reclassification No. 88-89-11 from
PD-C/RM-1200 to PC-C/RM-2400)
Councilman Pickler offered Ordinance Nos. 4976 and 4977 for introduction.
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ORDINANCE NO, 4976; AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING THERETO
CHAPTER 18.72 RELATING TO SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 88-2 (SP 88-2) ZONE. (Amending
Title 18 to rezone property commonly known as The Summit of Anaheim Hills into
the SP 88-2 - SP 88-2 zone)
ORDINANCE NO. 4977: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING.
(Amending Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal Code by adding Chapter 18.72
Specific Plan No. 88-2 - SP 88-2 Zoning and Development Standards)
179; ORDINANCE NO, 4978 - INTRODUCTION) - DEDICATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF
RIGHTS-OF-WAY - CRITICAL INTERSECTIONS: Councilwoman Kaywood offered
Ordinance No. 4978 for introduction, amending Section 18.04.080 of Chapter
18.04 of Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to Dedication and
Improvement of Rights-of-Way - Critical Intersections.
ORDINANCE NO, 4978: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING SECTION
18.04.080 OF CHAPTER 18.04 OF TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO DEDICATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
City Attorney White clarified for the Mayor that the Critical Intersection
General Plan designations were done in two parts. In 1987, nine intersections
were designated as critical intersections and last August 16, 1988 24
additional intersections were so designated. At that time, the Council
determined to approve the GPA'effective January 1, 1989 with the understanding
they would place on the ballot the bond issue relating to financing critical
intersection construction and the Council would then further need to consider
how the CPA's would inter-relate with the existing code requirement which now
requires the dedication and improvement of right-of-way required by the
General Plan in conjunction with any building permit issued by the City.
Beginning January 1, 1989, any person who has property abutting one of the 33
critical intersections who comes into the City to request a building permit,
with some very minor exceptions, will be required to dedicate and pay for the
cost of the improvement of not only the basic right-of-way area, but also for
the additional right-of-way and that is designated as the critical
intersection portion. The subject ordinance, if adopted, would delete from
the code that requirement that a person dedicate and pay for the improvement
of the critical intersection portion of the right-of-way. It would still
require dedication and payment for the cost of improvement of the basic
right-of-way as shown on the General Plan. It will eliminate the problem
anticipated in January with people coming in for building permits who would
otherwise be required to dedicate and pay for the cost of improving the
critical intersection portion. It would delete that requirement. It deletes
the obligation the City has to collect the money and get the dedication in
every single case where a permit is required.
Councilman Hunter moved that a discussion be scheduled on agenda next week of
the 24 intersections already designated as critical by the Council under
General Plan Amendment No. 210 approved on August 16, 1988 to be effective on
January 1, 1989. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
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City Attorney White. A discussion on the critical intersections can be heard
at any meeting; however, if there is a change in the General Plan designation,
it would take a scheduled public hearing at a subsequent time.
179/170: ITEMS C13 C15 FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21,
1988 INFORMATION ONLY - APPEAL PERIOD ENDS DECEMBER 1, 1988
C13, SPECIMEN TREE REMOVAL NO, 88-11, TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 13716 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION;
OWNER: MARIE CHRISTENSEN AND ELBERT F. CHRISTENSEN, 200 S. Fairmont
Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92807
AGENT: HILL WILLIAMS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, ATTN: Gary Schuthles,
5500 E. Santa Aha Canyon Rd., #251, Anaheim, CA 92807
LOCATION: Property is approximately 7.03 acres on the east side of
Fairmont Blvd, approximately 1,120 feet south of the centerllne of
Santa Aha Canyon Road.
Petitioner requests approval of Tentative Tract No. 13716 to
establish a 13-lot single-family (RS-HS-22,000) subdivision and
remove 50 specimen trees.
Tentative Tract No. 13716 APPROVED by the Planning Commission.
Specimen Tree Removal No. 88-11 has a 22-day appeal period and will
appear on the Council agenda of December 13, 1988.
C14, TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 13803 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
OWNERS: AHMAD-SHOJAEDDINI, 1216 E. LaPalma Ave., #8, Anaheim, CA
92805
AGENT: RONALD J. CROWLEY, 1700 Raintree Rd., Fullerton, CA 92673
LOCATION; 1500 West Broadway
To establish a 15-unit condominium complex.
Tentative Tract No. 13803 APPROVED by the Planning Commission.
C15. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 13744:
Request for approval of final specific plans.
1226 and 1234 South Western Avenue.
Property is located at
Tentative Tract No. 13744 APPROVED by the Planning Commission.
End of the Planning Commission Items.
114/182; NIGHT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; Councilman Hunter moved to place on
the City Council agenda of Tuesday, December 6, 1988 a discussion regarding
night City Council meetings. Councilman Daly seconded the motion. MOTION
CARRIED.
114/182: ESTABLISHMENT OF A BLUE RIBBON COMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE CITY
CHARTER: Councilman Hunter moved to place on the City Council agenda of
Tuesday, December 6, 1988 a discussion regarding the establishment of a Blue
Ribbon Committee to review the City Charter. Councilman Daly seconded the
motion.
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Before a vote was taken, Councilman Ehrle noted that the City Clerk had given
the Council information relative to the possibility that a Special Election
might be held some time in March or April, 1989, regarding the petition
initiative submitted on Mobilehome Rent Stabilization which will be up to the
Council.
City Clerk Sohl explained that should the petition initiative be successful,
the earliest date, if the petition is certified by the County Registrar on or
about December 16, 1988, the Council would have ten days to make a decision.
If the decision is made at that time, an election would be held approximately
the middle of March. Council also has another option of ordering a study
regarding the effects of a Mobilehome Rent Stabilization ordinance which would
extend the date 45 additional days and that would be approximately the middle
of May. Those would be the two approximate dates for a Special Election if
that is the Council's wish.
Mayor Hunter. Whether or not the Blue Ribbon Committee would be able to come
back by March or even May, he does not see it would be that relevant.
Recommendations may not even come to fruition; otherwise, any recommendations
could be placed on the 1990 General Municipal Election.
After further Council discussion, Councilman Daly stated he is convinced the
Council needs that 45-day period to study the fiscal impact of the petition
initiative. He does not know if today is the appropriate time to make that
decision or to even agendize the matter for discussion.
Mayor Hunter. Once the City Clerk is in the position that the petition
initiative is certified and comes before the Council, that is when the
decision is to be made.
A vote was then taken on the motion that there be a discussion of a
establishment of a Blue Ribbon Committee to review the City Charter.
CARRIED.
MOTION
114/182: TIME LIMITATION ON AFFORDABLE UNITS; Councilwoman Kaywood moved to
place on the Council agenda of Tuesday, December 6, 1988 a discussion to
consider a minimum 30-year limitation on affordable units. Councilman Ehrle
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
114: SETTING MATTERS FOR PUBLIC HEARING; Councilman Pickler stated he still
feels that a single Council Member should have the right to set a matter for a
public hearing without the necessity of having another Council Member second
such a request. He will continue to second all such requests if the ordinance
remains as it is today requiring the consensus of two Council Members.
Councilman Pickler moved to place on the Council agenda of Tuesday,
December 6, 1988 a discussion that any Council Member can set an item for
public hearing without a second. Councilman Hunter seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney White recommended a recess for a
brief Closed Session to discuss an item of potential litigation under
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Government Code Section 54956.9(b). The item was not known at the time the
printed agenda was prepared. A 4/5 vote is necessary for waiver of the Brown
Act in order to be able to discuss the item in a Closed Session following
which no action is anticipated.
Councilwoman Kaywood moved to waive the 72-hour posting provision of the Brown
Act regarding the matter of potential litigation to be discussed in Closed
Session. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
RECESS - CLOSED SESSION: Councilwoman Kaywood moved to recess to Closed
Session. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (5:31 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS: The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (6:23 p.m.)
114: COUNCIL LIAISON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS: Councilman Hunter moved to place
on the Council agenda of Tuesday, December 6, 1988 the subject of Council
Liaison Committee assignments. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT; Councilman Hunter moved to adjourn. Councilwoman Kaywood
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (6:25 p.m.)
LEONORA N. SOHL, CITY CLERK~
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