1975/05/1375-439
City Hall, Anaheim, California - COUNCIL MINUTES - May 13, 1975, 10:30 A.M.
The City Council of the City of Anaheim met in adjourned regular
session.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour and Thom
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Pebley and Sneegas
PRESENT: VISITOR AND CONVENTION BUREAU EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Bill
Snyder (President of Visitor and Convention Bureau), Bill Long
(Marketing, Disneyland), Herb Leo (M.C.P. Foods), Harry Dalton
(California Angels), and Dale Seiders (Sheraton Anaheim)
PRESENT: ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER: Robert M. Davis
CITY ATTORNEY: Alan R. Watts
CITY CLERK: Alona M. Hougard
STADIUM AND CONVENTION CENTER DIRECTOR: Tom Liegler
FINANCE DIRECTOR: M. R. Ringer
The City Council met in adjourned regular session for the purpose
of conducting an informal discussion with the Visitor and Convention Bureau.
Mr. Herb Leo, President, called the Visitor and Convention Bureau
Executive Committee to order.
Mayor Thom called the Council meeting to'order at 10:40 A.M., a
quorum having been established.
Mr. Bill Snyder, using a series of slides, briefed the Council Members
on the functions of the Visitor and Convention Bureau and outlined convention
statistics for previous years and up to April of 1975.
Mr. Snyder pointed out that it is the Bureau's general obligation to
represent all facilities, the Convention Center, the hotel facilities and
other service businesses associated with convention and tourist trade. He
advised that they are currently actively soliciting approximately 5,000 state,
regional and national convention groups of all sizes and now have a national
market of about 60%, as compared to 10% to 15% national market 7 to 8 years ago.
The Bureau also has been, of necessity, the unifying force between the Con-
vention Center, hotels, and associations and in general the entire convention
industry, to bring all of these service facilities together.
Convention attendance figures, based on registered delegates only, has
increased from 44,000 in 1966 to 426,000 in 1974. One of the reasons actual
attendance has in fact proven to be over what is projected at the time of
bookings, is the kind of convention business attracted to this convention
area, such as the professional, medical, educational and technical groups,
and these types of bookings are increasing. He also attributes this type
of bookings to be one of the reasons the Anaheim Convention Area has held
up very well in spite of the recent economic conditions. Based on attendance
figures so far in 1975, Mr. Snyder projected an estimate of 450,000 delegates
for the year.
During discussion of new and repeat convention business, Mr. Snyder
stated that the Bureau's production record, i.e., what is booked for future
years, goes up and down dramatically from one year to the next but will
remain in the range between 210 to 240 groups per year. Regarding repeat
convention business, Mr. Snyder explained many convention groups book in
3-year cycles, and the Bureau does book some major convention group repeat
business, but not more than 5% of the overall business is repeat. He
emphasized that the convention booking business involved a continuing sales
job. Some groups return annually to the same city because it is written
into their bylaws, but most return on their cycle, if the facility performs
well.
In discussing statistics shown for future bookings in the first calendar
quarter, from the years 1970-1975, Councilman Seymour noted that 1975, with
87 bookings is the third highest. Mr. Snyder stated that the Visitor and
Convention Bureau is operating at a continued higher plane but will fluctuate
from one year to the next.
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Mr. Snyder was of the opinion that the convention business is coming to
the point where the dramatic gain will not be seen each year, and as competi-
tion increases it will be more and more difficult to remain at these higher
averages.
Councilman Seymour asked if in the presentation scheduled for this date
Mr. Snyder intended to discuss alternatives to accommodate the expanding
convention market or whether there is any additional market.
Mr. Snyder stated that a growth in convention facilities is a two-way
street which also requires additional hotel and other facilities. Without
doing any research, Mr. Snyder stated that he felt an expansion of convention
facilities at this time would not be warranted by the small additional market
which might be captured. He stated that with current facilities there are
very few of the largest convention groups which could not be accommodated,
perhaps 5%.
Councilman Seymour inquired what steps the V & C Bureau plans to take to
insure that this City maintains its segment of the market; and what they plan
to do to keep pace with competition.
Mr. Snyder advised that he did not believe the market was saturated because
it is constantly changing and expanding. In order to successfully book conven-
tions for these new groups, the V & C Bureau follows 5,000 files to keep abreast
and aware of the changes and expansions in the market. He explained that the
Bureau's strategy is a rather intensive sales effort. Each salesperson handles
approximately 1,000 files and uses a direct technique rather than a scattered
"shotgun" type of approach.
Mr. Liegler pointed out that an important part of the strategy is that
between the V&C Bureau, hotels and city staff, the convention groups receive
better service.
Mr. Snyder advised that three years ago the Bureau opened a Washington
office because 60% to 70% of National Associations are headquartered there.
Councilman Seymour stated that he was well aware of the aggressive sales
campaign and professional approach utilized by the V & C Bureau, but this does
not answer the question as to how they will convince a convention group to
utilize the older model Convention Center, when there are newer facilities
being built all the time.
Mr. Snyder advised that they stressed the unusual features present in the
Anaheim Convention Center, such as carpeting, individual thermostatic controls,
lanai areas, close proximity to Disneyland and other recreational areas, which
are not available even in most newer facilities. Their basic approach is that
the older model is cleaner, more compact, easier to service and essentially
superior.
Mr. Snyder noted that the most severe adversity they have to contend
with is the lack of any airline support in their institutional advertising.
Mr. Bill Long advised that Disneyland has taken a very strong position on
tourism in an attempt to alter that situation. He explained the Disneyland
package program they have developed with several air carriers as well as their
efforts in promoting these through travel agencies and the media. Last year
he indicated they sold 12,000 such packages with an average of 3.4 people per
package and this year they estimate they will sell 18,000 packages. He advised
that they are working with airlines traveling from such areas as Portland,
Seattle, Minneapolis, St. Paul and Mexico City promoting Anaheim as the
destination point and not Los Angeles.
Mr. Leo observed that amenities and accommodations offered by hotels are
an increasingly important factor. He stated that two associations to which
he belongs will not consider Anaheim for conventions because of lack of
tennis facilities and nearby golf courses.
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Discussion ensued regarding the installation of tennis facilities and
it was noted that the Disneyland Hotel is planning to add this amenity and
other hotels have the idea under consideration. It was indicated that the
City Council has discussed municipal tennis facilities, but the current
budget would not be able to provide for same. Further, in connection with
municipal courts, there would be an inconsistency, or at least the factor
to be considered as to whether or not the City should design and construct
these for maximum use by residents of the City or by people coming to
conventions.
Councilwoman Kaywood suggested that the major hotels combine to lease
the property which is vacant and available south of Convention Way for tennis
facilities, as this would be an ideal location.
At the conclusion of discussion Mr. Snyder summarized that he felt the
private sector is moving forward to meet the demand for this recreational
amenity.
Mr. Snyder noted in his presentation that 1977 is projected as a down
year, basically because the national groups are not rotating to the west in
that year. He advised that a 1973 survey indicated the initial dollar impact
on the convention community at $200. per delegate.
Councilman Seymour related that the City is engaged in redevelopment
project Alpha involving downtown Anaheim, and he felt it would be a worth-
while objective to seek some percentage of these tourism and convention dollars
to be spent in the downtown area. He asked Mr. Snyder's opinion regarding the
viability or nonviability of this concept.
Mr. Snyder concurred that it is important to increase the amount of
monies spent by convention delegates in Anaheim, particularly the downtown
area, noting that there is currently no real place for the visitor to shop in
Anaheim. Frequently shopping tours are arranged for the delegates and their
spouses to the Orange Mall and South Coast Plaza, since transportation to the
Anaheim Center is not good. He noted a good shopping center should be easily
accessible and in an attractive location. He voiced the opinion that some
effective form of transportation would be a major improvement.
Councilman Seymour requested comments from the Bureau Members as to what
impact an Amtrak station adjacent to the Stadium might have and they were of
the opinion this would be an additional help in ground transportation. Mr.
Long indicated it would be a very valuable asset to him in his marketing
program, since he has been trying to develop packages with the Sea World
San Diego attraction but has encountered transportation problems.
Mr. Snyder's continued presentation dealt with the tourism program and
the various methods employed by the V & C Bureau to promote tourism, such as
the travel promotion trips, TAG Days (Travel Agent Guide), and exhibits at
Travel Agent's trade shows.
Mr. Long was of the opinion there was need for increased effort toward
more professionalism in coordinating and developing tourism promotional
programs with every member of the Bureau.
Mr. Snyder exhibited the types of advertising used and some of the
publications in which these ads are placed. He explained that the placing
of stories and articles in trade and convention journals is an effective
attendance builder for groups already booked. A new program deals with the
travel editors market and the working with communications and camera crews
to get the information of what Anaheim and the surrounding area has to offer
to the travel editors for their articles.
At the conclusion of the presentation, Mayor Thom stated that he apprer
ciated the informality and the chance for open and easy discussion with the
Bureau. He commended them for the outstanding job they are doing.
Mayor Thom asked what percentage of the V & C Bureau budget is from
membership dues as opposed to the portion the City pays.
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Mr. Snyder replied that on a cash basis, approximately 25% of the budget
comes from dues but that the private sector contributes so many "in kind"
services that it is very difficult to measure their total contribution.
Prior to adjournment, Mr. Long advised that the Brown Administration has
recently eliminated the State Department of Tourism. He voiced the opinion
that the private industry involved with tourism should lobby together for the
reinstatement of this department which provided a coordinating effort. He
stated that the tourism industry is the third largest in California and
represents $58,000,000,000. whereas the budget for that department was only
$350,000. He noted that the last .conference of that State Department was
held in Anaheim, and received excellent press. He felt Anaheim should take
a lead roll in lobbying for reinstatement of the State Department of Tourism.
Councilman Seymour requested more information on this matter for further
study by the Council in an effort to provide possible assistance.
ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Thom moved to adjourn, Councilwoman Kaywood seconded
the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Adjourned: 12:00 P.M.
Signed
City Clerk
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The City Council of the City of Anaheim met in regular session.
PRESENT.: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour (entered 2:55 P.M.), Pebley,
Sneegas (entered 2:53 P.M.), and Thom
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
PRESENT: CITY MANAGER: Keith A. Murdoch
CITY ATTORNEY: Alan R. Watts
CITY CLERK: Alona M. Hougard
PARKS, RECREATION AND THE ARTS DIRECTOR: John Collier
UTILITIES DIRECTOR: Gordon Hoyt
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR: Thornton E. Piersall
ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER: William Devitt
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR: Ronald Thompson
ZONING SUPERVISOR: Charles Roberts
PLANNING SUPERVISOR: Don ~cDaniel
MANPOWER PLANNER: William Hepburn
Mayor Thom called the meeting to order, 2:50 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rabbi Aaron J. Tofield, Temple Beth Emet gave the invocation.
FLAG SALUTE: Councilwoman Kaywood led the Assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
Councilman Sneegas entered the Council Ghamber. (2:53 P.M.)
PROCLAMATION: The following proclamation was issued by Mayor Thom and unani-
mously approved by the City Council:
"National Public Works Week~' - May 18 through 24, 1975
Director of Public Works Thornton E. Piersall accepted the proclamation On
behalf of Public Works officials in the community.
RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS: Mayor Thom offered a Resolution of Congratula-
tions to Mrs. Shirley B. Holman on being named Anaheim's Mother of the Year.
Mrs. Holman was also presented with a bouquet of roses and a replica of
the "Big A" scoreboard of Anaheim Stadium.
Councilman Seymour entered the Council Chamber. (2:55 P.M.)
MINUTES: Minutes of the Anaheim City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting held
April 15, 1975, were approved on motion by Councilwoman Kaywood, seconded by
Councilman Seymour. MOTION CARRIED.
WAIVER OF READING - ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Councilwoman Kaywood moved to
waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions, and that consent
to the waiver of reading is hereby given by all Council Members unless, after
reading of the title, specific request is made by a Council Member for the
reading of such ordinance or resolution. Councilman Pebley seconded the motion.
MOTION UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED.
REPORT - FINANCIAL DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY: Demands against the City in the
amount of $818,776.44, in accordance with the 1974-75 Budget, were approved.
COST BENEFIT STUDY - SANTA ANA CANYON AND SANTIAGO CREEK: Mr. Rod Sackett, Joint
Study Coordinator, advised that pursuant to previous action of the Anaheim City
Council and the Orange County Board of Supervisors, a Steering Committee was
formed comprised of City Managers from Orange, Yorba Linda and Anaheim, the
Chief Administrative Officer of Orange County, the County Tax Assessor, and the
Chief Engineer of the Orange County Flood Control District. This working
committee, of which Mr. Sackett is the chairman, is working to define and ~
develop a mathmatical model to be available for use in land use decision making.
The model would take into consideration the dollar factors and others, such as
environmental impact, public safety and social impact. The model would be
applied in the Santa Ana Canyon and Santiago Creek areas.
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Mr. Sackett referred to a map of the 20,O00-acre project area involved,
posted on the west wall of the Council Chamber, and submitted exhibits 1 and 2
(copies furnished each Council Member), illustrating a means of measuring land
development impact and depicting basic cost revenue data. This study is divided
into three phases, the first treating economic factors, the second treating
non-economic factors, and the third involving the conversion of the gathered
data into a computer for ease in handling.
Using slide projections, Mr. Sackett explained how the model would be
applied and noted that in defining the parameters to be measured, it was
necessary to make a number of assumptions; and the data exhibits defined alterna-
tive development configurations and equations. The result is a model to serve
as a useful tool in making a decision, or in taking a proposal and modifying it
to its optimum because the weak points will be evident. A grant has been
applied for through the State under HUD 701, and $30,000 has been granted
effective July 1, 1975. This will allow the data developed to be placed on a
computer, making the method available for participating jurisdictions and
others for application.
In response to comments by Council Members, Mr. Sackett reported that the
computerization of the data would provide the flexibility of adjusting the
variables or premises upon which the formula is based. For example, in determin-
ing revenues there will be a co-efficient reflecting the tax rates, and tax
rates vary in different jurisdictions. Further, one jurisdiction may feel
differently from another regarding the importance of certain economic factors.
Regarding the actual figures to be used, Mr. Sackett advised that data
will be presented to the Steering Committee in approximately two weeks.
Mayor Thom thanked Mr. Sackett, noting that the reason for requesting sub-
ject study was the hope that an additional tool would be developed to assist in
clarifying the choices available for future development.
PUBLIC HEARING - RECLASSIFICATION NO. 74-75-29, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 1526z
AND VARIANCE NO. 2689: Submitted by Ray G. & Alice E. Simpson for a change in
zone from CH to ML on property located north and east of the Santa Ana Freeway,
Anaheim Boulevard and Katella Avenue interchange to permit a billboard, with
Code waivers of:
a. Permitted location.
b. Minimum front setback.
and to construct a mini-warehouse, with Code waivers of:
a. Minimum number of parking spaces.
b. Minimum front setback.
c. Maximum fence height.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC75-71, recom-
mended that the subject project be exempt from the requirement to prepare an
environmental impact report, pursuant to the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act; and further recommended approval of Reclassification
No. 74-75-29, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner(s) of subject property shall deed to the City of Anaheim
a~ strip of land 50 feet in width from the centerline of the street along
Anaheim Boulevard for street widening purposes.
2. That sidewalks shall be installed along Anaheim Boulevard as required
by the City Engineer and in accordance with standard plans and specifications
on file in the Office of the City Engineer.
3. That the owner(s) of subject property shall pay to the City of Anaheim
the sum of $2.00 per front foot along Anaheim Boulevard for street lighting
purposes.
4. That trash storage areas shall be provided in accordance with approved
plans on file with the office of the Director of Public Works.
5. That fire hydrants shall be installed and charged as required and
determined to be necessary by the Chief of the Fire Department prior to commence-
ment of structural framing.
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6. That subject p~'~perty shall be served by underground utilities.
7. That drainage of subject property shall, be disposed of in a manner
satisfactory to the City Engineer.
8. That appropriate water assessment f~,e~;~ a.~ d~tarmined by the Director
of Public Utilities, shall be paid to th~ <~'~ 2.]~~ ,,>f A~a!~eim prior to the issuance
of a building permit.
9. Prior to the introduction of an ordinal~cc ~'e:zoning subject property,
Condition Nos. 1 and 3, above-mentioned, shall be completed. The provisions or
rights granted by this resolution shall beco~ne null an~] void by action of the
City Council unless said conditions are complied with within one year from the
date hereof, or such further t~.me ~.~ ~he Cii~y (~.~unci] ~.v grant.
10. That Condition Nos. 2, 4, 6 and 7, ~>ove-.mentioned, shall be complied
with prior to final buildi, ng and zoning inspections.
Pursuant to Resolution No. FC75-72, +-~he~ Planning. Commission denied Condi-
tional Use Permit No. 1526 (billboard).
Pursuant to Resolution No. PC75-73, the City Planning Commission recommended
that subject project be exempt from the requirement to prepare an environmental
impact report, pursuant to the provis'i, ons of t~c Ca].i. forni, a Environmental
Quality Act; and further, ~'~commended and. g~-an~cd Var'lance No. 2689 in part,
waivers of minimum front setbac. 2 and maximum f~nce height being eliminated by
revised plans, and waiver for minimum number ol parkl, ng spaces granted for 26
spaces, subject to the following conditions:
1. That this Variance is granted s~bj¢..ct t<~ the ~:ompletion of Reclassifi-
cation No. 74-75-29.
2. That this Variance is granted subject to the termination of Conditional
Use Permit No. 162, as stipulated to by the petitioner.
3. That trash storage areas shall be provided ~in accordance with approved
plans on file with the office of the Director of Public Works.
4. That the proposed metal building shall be constructed in accordance
with the adopted City Council Metal[ Building P.~l~i~.~v and shall have a "TexCoat"
finish, as stipulated by the petitioner.
5. That subject property shall be develo!..,~?d precisely in accordance with
plans and specifications on file with the City ~.~f Anaheim marked Exhibit Nos. 1
(Revision No. 1), 2, and 3.
6. That Condition Nos. 1 and 2, above-me~t.ioned, shall be complied with
prior to the commencement of the activity aath~.~rized under this resolution, or
prior to the time that the building permit i.s issued, or within a period of one
year from date hereof, whichever occurs first, o? such further time as the
Planning Commission and/or City Council may grant.
7. That Condition Nos. 3, 4, and 5, abow;~-mentioned, shall be complied
with prior to final building and zoning inspections.
8. That if the mini-warehouse use of the subject property is changed, the
new use shall be subject to approval by the Plann~.~g Commission and/or City
Council; and the structures and number of parking spaces shall be required to
be brought up to the minimum standards of all ~"'.odes adopted by the City of
Anaheim, as stipulated to by the petitioner.
Zoning Supervisor Charles Roberts noted that location of subject property
and the existing uses and zoning in the immediate area., summarizing the evidence
submitted to and considered by the City Pl. anni~g ~]ommission.
Mayor Thom asked if the applicants or abei~~ ;~gent were present and wished
to address the City Council.
Mr. Fred Walters of Del Properties, La Habra, representing the petitioners,
stated he was satisfied with the action of the Planning Commission. In response
to question by Councilwoman Kaywood, he advised that the second floor units of
the warehouse would be small and used for storage of small items and light
weight materials.
The Mayor asked if anyone else wished to address the City Council in
support or opposition to the reclassification, conditional use permit and
variance; there being no response, he declared the hearing closed.
ENVIRONMENTAL Ib~ACT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilman Seymour,
seconded by Councilwoman Kaywood, the City Coun¢;il finds that this project will
have no significant effect on the environmen~ and is exempt from the requirement
to prepare an environmental impact report. ~IOTION CARRIED.
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RESOLUTION NO. 75R-239: Councilman Seymour offered Resolution No. 75R-239
for adoption, authorizing preparation of the necessary ordinance changing the
zone as requested, subject to the conditions recommended by the City Planning
Commission.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM FINDING AND DETERMINING
THAT TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING SHOULD BE AMENDED
AND THAT THE BOUNDARIES OF CERTAIN ZONES SHOULD BE CHANGED. (74-75-29 - ML)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-239 duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-240: Councilman Seymour offered Resolution No. 75R-240
for adoption, denying Conditional Use Permit No. 1526.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM DENYING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 1526.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-24Oduly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-241: Councilman Seymour offered Resolution No. 75R-241
for adoption, approving Variance No. 2689 in part, subject to the conditions
recommended by the City Plan~ing Commission.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM GRANTING VARIANCE NO.
2689, IN PART.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, ?ebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-241 duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-242 - TERMINATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 162: In
accordance with stipulation of the petitioner before the City Planning Commis-
sion, Councilwoman Kaywood offered Resolution No. 75R-242 terminating
Conditional Use Permit No. 162.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM TERMINATING ALL PROCEED-
INGS IN CONNECTION WITH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 162, AND DECLARING RESOLUTION
NO. 7335 NULL AND VOID.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS' None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-242 duly passed and adopted.
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REQUEST - REFUND OF FEES~ RUBBISH PICKUP: City Manager Keith Murdoch briefed
memorandum report dated May 12, 1975, from Public Works Director Thornton
Piersall, advising that the rubbish strike has been settled and cleanup opera-
tions have been completed, with normal rubbish pickup resumed this week. He
advised that requests have been received for refund of one week's rubbish fees
from those who called or disposed of their own trash. One week's fees would
amount to 30¢ per residential unit for the trash pickup portion of the sanitation
charges.
Councilman Sneegas left the Council Chamber. (3:25 P.M.)
In response to Council questioning, Mr. Murdoch reported that the street
sweepers maintained their regular schedule during the strike.
Councilman Seymour was of the opinion that any proposed refund should be
based on that portion of the sanitation fees which pertains to rubbish removal
only.
Councilman Sneegas returned to the Council Chamber. (3:30 P.M.)
Mr. Murdoch clarified that during the second week of the strike, the trash
was picked up although not necessarily on the scheduled~ day. He pointed out
that basically the volume of trash picked up the second week was double that of
a normal week's load. .
Councilman Pebley left the Council Chamber. (3:30 P.M.)
Councilman Seymour noted that the customer may ultimately have received
the service, however, he was inconvenienced, and he suggested it might be
easier to credit the customers next utility 'bill with the 30¢.
Councilman Pebley returned to the Council Chamber. (3:32 P.M.)
Public Works Director Thornton E. Piersall reported that trucks were out
every day during the strike, however, pickup for most people was delayed
approximately one week. Some people arranged to have their rubbish hauled away
and even though a refund would amount to only 30¢ for one week, they felt they
were entitled to it.
Councilman Seymour questioned the cost of adjusting the City's computerized
utility billing system in order to provide for a blanket credit for one week's
trash collection.
Mr. Piersall stated it would be easier to credit a future billing than to
refund on the current billing cycle; however, that would take time, and people
are anxious to receive their refunds as soon as possible. He noted that trash
contractors paid overtime for the collection of the large volume of trash.
Mayor Thom was of the opinion that if credit is given to anyone, it should
be given to all residential customers.
Mr. Raoul Rangel, Vice President of Jaycox Disposal, addressed the Council,
being of the opinion that it would be necessary to study the situation before
making a recommendation regarding an overall refund or credit for individual
homeowners. He noted that they had particularly concentrated on apartment
houses during the strike since they do not have the capacity for storage of
rubbish.
At the conclusion of the discussion, it was determined that the refuse
collection contractors and the Public Works Department would work together for
a solution.
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE SURVEY - BAYLY~ MARTIN AND FAY, INC.: Report received
May 9, 1975, from Bayly, Martin and Fay, Inc., Insurance Consultants (copies
furnished each Council Member), on their public iiability insurance survey was
submitted.
Herb Stabbert, Insurance Agent for the City, addressed the Council advising
of imminent changes in public liability insurance for municipalities. Many
companies have withdrawn from the market, and the immunity status of California
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cities has been eroded to the point where they are considered on the same level
as corporations, individuals and partnerships so far as legal liability is
concerned. He has been notified that the City's liability insurance can be
renewed, but coverage will not include the City's two reservoirs in Olive Hills
and Anaheim Hills.
Finance Director M. R. Ringer introduced Warren Richardson and William
Clements, of Bayly, Martin and Fay, Inc., who prepared the report which is the
first of several reports on this study. He referred to his memorandum dated
May 9, 1975, in which was outlined the liability premiums paid on the primary
and the excess policies during the past eight years and advised that these
policies are due to be renewed July 1, 1975.
Councilman Seymour noted that the Council had requested an analysis of
areas where the City might want to consider self-insurance and to make recom-
mendations for improving the cost effectiveness of the City's J.nsurance premium.
The report indicates the City has a good program and points out some areas of
exposure which the City Council may wish to consider.
Mr. William Clements agreed that their survey has shown that Anaheim
presently has a good liability insurance program. Although they did not feel
they were asked to make a self-insurance study, self-insurance will be recom-
mended if it will save money in certain areas, or if the City is forced into
such a program by the liability insurance market.
In response to question by Councilman Sneegas, Mr. Clements reported that
the amounts reflected in the Loss Ratio Exhibit include the total cost of
handling the claims. He advised that future segments of the study will include
separate loss control, fire, and employee benefit reports.
Further discussion was held, and Mr. Ringer advised it does not appear
that there will be any significant savings, as premiums will move substantially
upward due to such factors as the increases in medical fees. Neither he nor
the consultants can recommend self-insurance at the rates the City has been
paying, however, the report does give a consultant's opinion that the existing
coverage and rates are very good.
On motion by Councilman Seymour, seconded by Councilman Thom, the Finance
Director and Insurance Consultant were instructed to bring back to the Council
specific proposals for the City's public liability insurance program, and to
include quotations on the options which will be included in the recommendation
from Bayly, Martin and Fay, Inc. MOTION CARRIED.
MANPOWER SERVICES PLAN - 1975-76: Mr. William R. Hepburn, Manpower Planner,
submitted a revised outline of the 1975-76 budget plan, submitted April 29,
1975, and noted the two revisions, one being an additional sum of $3,344 which
is reflected in vocational education under joint programs and in the Summer
Youth Program under City programs, changing the total for estimated Title I
funding in 1975-76 to $797,774. In another change, he advised that it had been
estimated there would be approximately $500,000 revenue under Title II, however,
the latest estimate given by the United States Department of Labor is that
there will be $211,172 for the Title II Public Service Employment Program for
the 1975-76 fiscal year. Inasmuch as the estimated income from Title VI will
be approximately 1½ times last year's amount, it is felt all existing public
employment program enrollees can be maintained through June of 1976, in addition
to 30 to 40 new positions.
Councilman Seymour asked what means would be employed to demonstrate
whether the Title I program activities have been successful.
Mr. Hepburn replied that the audit procedures required by the Labor Depart-
ment will identify not only the financial aspects of the program, but the
performance of stated goals, and will ensure that all activities are related'to
manpower job placement. Within the City program, it is planned to conduct a
preliminary audit of each contract. He gave as an example, listed on Page 13
in the comprehensive manpower service plan for budget year 1975-76, it is
projected that 18 residents will be served by the veteran split job program;
and on Page 14, it is expected that 12 residents will be enrolled in the child
care program, with 64 children being accommodated.
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Councilman Seymour expressed confidence that the programs would be effected
and Federal Audit Standards met as required; however, he stated it was his
personal feeling that the responsibility of the City Council extends further;
that he wanted to be able to display the program to the Anaheim taxpayers at
the end of this fiscal year and invite them to compare progress with that of
any other community.
On motion by Councilman Seymour, seconded by Councilman Thom, the Comprehen-
sive Manpower Services Plan for the budget year 1975-76 was approved. MOTION
CARRIED.
UTILITIES CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM - TRES COMPUTER SYSTEMS~ INC.: Memorandum
from the Utilities Director dated April 30, 1975, was submitted requesting
authorization to enter into negotiations with TRES Computer Systems, Inc. of
Dallas, Texas, for consulting services for the implementation of a proprietary
computer software package to replace the existing utility information and
billing system, together with appropriate licenses and rights to use the proprie-
tary material.
In response to question by Councilwoman Kaywood, Utilities Director
Gordon Hoyt advised that it may be possible to note on the utility billings, for
information to the public, the fees that Southern California Edison Company is
charging, however, to include their various rates would be quite involved and
there would be accompanying costs involved.
Mr. Hoyt briefly described the background of studies conducted by his
department since 1971 of various billing systems and their determination that
TRES is the only company having a record of successful installations in a
number of utilities.
City Manager Keith Murdoch reported that representatives of Arthur Young &
Company, the firm currently engaged in an audit of management practices of the
City, have indicated they have not found any company whose system can compare
with that of TRES.
In response to question by Councilman Seymour, Mr. Hoyt advised that
Arthur Young & Company had not been asked to render an opinion as to the validity
of the projected one-time cash flow increase of $1,000,000. He explained that
under the new system, the time factor between reading meters and billing the
customer would be reduced, thereby bringing the payments in earlier. The
overall financial situation would remain the same.
Councilman Seymour was of the opinion that because the $1,000,000 cash
flow could be invested, the City would enjoy a benefit which could pay for the
installation of the new system in a few years.
Councilman Seymour moved that the negotiations with TRES Computer Systems,
Inc., for a customer information system be authorized. Councilwoman Kaywood
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES - INCREASE IN CONTRACT AMOUNT: Utilities Director
Gordon Hoyt briefed the contents of his memorandum report dated April 30, 1975,
recommending that the contract with R. W. Beck and Associates, Consulting
Engineers, be increased by $35,000 to an amount not to exceed $105,000 (as pro-
vided in the 1974-75 Budget). He advised that the City's current contract with
the firm is to provide technical services in connection with various Southern
California Edison Company related litigations and negotiations.
He further reported that as result of the United States Circuit Court of
Appeals ruling in the Conway "price squeeze" case, remanding the case to the
Federal Power Commission, the City's Attorneys have indicated that the Federal
Power Commission has asked the Court to stay that decision while the Commission
determines whether it will appeal the matter to the Supreme Court.
On motion by Councilman Seymour, seconded by Councilwoman Kaywood, the
contract with R. W. Beck and Associates was authorized increased by $35,000 to
an amount not to exceed $105,000. MOTION CARRIED.
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RECOMMENDATION REGARDING UTILITY RATE INCREASES - CONTINUED: In accordance with
the action taken by the City Council April 22, 1975, that the base utility rate
schedules and fuel cost adjustment be established at approximately 5% below
Southern California Edison Company rates, with no discrimination between the
various user categories, Mr. Hoyt submitted a revised rate schedule dated
May 13, 1975 (copies furnished each Council Member). He summarized the accom-
panying memorandum report, advising that domestic and most commercial customers
will pay a minimum of 5% less than Southern California Edison Company customers,
and he knows of no customer who will pay more to Anaheim than he would pay to
Edison.
Mr. Hoyt further reported on assumptions included in the schedule, that it
has been estimated that there will be no wholesale base rate increase, and that
the fuel cost adjustment will be in accordance with the letter from the Southern
California Edison Company dated March 21, 1975, with the addition of the current
$1.00 per barrel surcharge as imposed by the President of the United States.
If these assumptions hold, as a result of the projected rate increase it is
expected that a transfer of $3.5 million unrestricted cash flow to the General
Fund should be possible.
In response to question by Mayor Thom, Mr. Hoyt advised that eight rate
schedules would be changed, some with multiple rates, in order to effect the
proposed increase in rates. In comparing these with the City's wholesale
costs, he advised that none are below the costs and three rate schedules are
equal to the costs; the lowest price rate block in the industrial rate, in the
large commercial rate, and in the agricultural pumping rate is equal to the
City's wholesale cost, including losses from the Edison Company. If the whole-
sale fuel cost adjustments are as Edison has indicated, the lowest price block
probably should decrease during the coming months and he recommended that he
appear before the Council on a monthly basis for review of these matters.
Councilwoman Kaywood was of the opinion that residential customers should
be made aware that their rates are 5% less than the Edison Company rates, and
she suggested a notation on residential bills.
Mr. Hoyt reported that the current billing system would not allow an
additional statement on the residential billings only. He suggested that a
supplementary notice might be sent along with those bills.
In response to question by Mayor Thom, Mr. Hoyt advised that under the
proposed new schedules, no customer in Anaheim would be paying rates at less
than the wholesale cost to the City.
Councilman Seymour questioned, should the recommendation before the Council
be approved, if any particular user can now be easily compared to Edison rates
and, if Edison rate changes are made, will there be any great problem in
effecting said changes so that City rates will continue to reflect a compara-
bility to Edison. He requested assurance that in the future, when comparing
rates and should Edison's rates go up or down, that the Council will have the
same flexibility in rendering decisions for implementation.
Mr. Hoyt advised that the Council would have the flexibility of absolute
comparability and any percentage number could be used without difficulty.
Councilman Seymour was of the opinion that there should be some provision
in the City budget for a "disaster plan", in the event the expected $3.5 million
revenue not be realized, to provide for the possibility of either raising rates
to the equivalent of Edison rates or dispensing with some of the budgeted
activites.
The City Manager reported that the framework of a contingency plan has
been prepared in connection with the projected 1975-76 Budget, which will
illustrate alternatives for priority selection by the City Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-243: Councilman Seymour offered Resolution No. 75R-243
for adoption, effecting the adjustment of utility rates, rules and regulations
as contained in the recommendation by the Utilities Director.
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Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING RATES, RULES
AND REGULATIONS FOR THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC ENERGY AS ADOPTED BY
RESOLUTION NO. 71R-478 AND AMENDED BY RESOLUTION NOS. 73~-25, 73R-373, 73R-531
AND 74R-75.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, }~ebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES' COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT; COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-243 duly pa~sed and adopted.
RECESS; Councilwoman Kaywood moved for a five-mJ, nute recess. Councilman Thom
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (5: O1 P.M. )
AFTER RECESS: Mayor Thom called the meeting to order, all Members of the City
Council being present. (5'06 P.M.)
ANAHEIM HILLS GOLF COURSE CONCESSION UTILITIES - YATES INVES2~ENTS~ INC.:
Pursuant to request submitted April 29, 1975, by Ray G~ Yates, Yates Investments,
Inc., Concessionaire at the Anaheim Hills Golf Course (]lubhouse, for relief
from a utility bill at the food concession operation and for amendment to his
contract with the City for payment of utilities ~n a fiat amount of $350 monthly,
Mr. Hank Wiley of the City's Energy Services Division reported on a study made
of the energy consumption at the clubhouse. He advised that the billing is
currently divided with 80% to the Concessionaire~ 10% to the City, and 10% to
the pro shop; and it was found that a 40 horsepower irrigation pump and restroom
facilities on the golf course are presently served from the clubhouse meter and
should properly be billed to the Parks, Recreation and the Arts Department. It
is estimated that the energy used by these facilities comprises approximately
10% of the entire bill, in addition to the 10% the City currently pays.
Mr. Wiley referred to a plan of the clubhouse posted on the west wall of
the Council Chamber, pointing out that approximately 52% of the space is occupied
by the food service operation, 31% by the City's portion, and 17% by the pro
shop. At present, there is no available method of measuring the actual heating
and air conditioning consumption, and at such time as these can be measured, he
was of the opinion that the allocation of bills should be made on a square
footage basis. Due to the lack of an automatic turnoff device, the heating and
air conditioning systems have been operating on a 24-hour per day basis in the
past. Detailed information regarding electric loads has just been received
from the Public Works Department which may provide a basis for recommendation
to install separate meters for the various clubhouse occupants within two to
three weeks.
In response to question by Mayor Thom, Mr. Wiley advised that the informa-
tion given at the April 29, 1975 meeting that only the clubhouse was on the
existing utility meter had proved to be incorrect, lie recommended that the
past billing be divided on the basis of 60% to the Concessionaire, 30% to the
City and 10% to the pro shop.
Parks, Recreation and the Arts Director John Collier reported that the
bill for the past 17 months ending April 30, 1975 was approximately $13,000,
60% thereof being $7,800. He further advised how electrical consumption is
divided on the Los Angeles City and County Golf Courses.
Mr. Ray G. Yates addressed the Council advising that he would be willing
to pay the $7,800 if that was his fair share and if it could be pro-rated over
the balance of his contract with the City.
Councilman Seymour was of the opinion that to allow payment of the $7,800
over the length of the Concessionaire's lease would, in essence, be the equiva-
lent of loaning him the money; and this would make it difficult to deny the
same accommodation to any other city businessman who might make a similar
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request. Inasmuch as all the alternatives are not currently available for
consideration, he felt that the City Council should not amend the contract at
this time. He suggested that the entire matter be referred to the recently
established Golf Course Commission for review.
Councilman Sneegas expressed concern that if separate meters are installed,
the Concessionaire should not be billed for such installation. He noted that
the Concessionaire received the entire billing for 17 months service at one
time, and it is not a matter of neglect on Mr. Yates' part that the bill has
not been paid. Further, the Concessionaire is uncertain as to just how much
energy his operation consumes, and'in his opinion, there should be a written
provision in the contract which would ensure pas~ent of the $7,800 in the event
the Concessionaire should terminate operations prior to expiration of the 10
years.
At the conclusion of discussion, Councilman Pebley moved that until such
time as a more definitive cost is determined, the Concessionaire's monthly bill
from the May 1, 1975 billing be established at a flat rate of $400 per month
for a 90-day period, each payment to be due and payable no later than the 15th
of the following month; that the Public Works Department be instructed to take
necessary steps to install a separate metering system at the clubhouse; and at
the end of the 90-day period and when a definite cost is determined as result
of the meter installation, the entire matter of the 17-month billing be referred
to the Golf Course Advisory Commission. Councilman Sneegas seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS: On motion by Councilwoman Kaywood, seconded by Councilman
Sneegas, the following actions were authorized in accordance with report and
recommendations furnished each Council Member and as listed on the Consent
Calendar Agenda:
1. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY: The following claims were denied and referred to
the City's insurance carrier:
a. Claim filed by Alice Jean Cochran c/o Magana and Cathcart, a Law Cor-
poration, for personal injuries purportedly resulting from failure of City to
warn traffic through construction area at Brookhurst and Broadway, on or about
February 13, 1975.
b. Claim submitted by Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company for damage
to equipment purportedly resulting from City power lines rubbing on cable
during high winds, on or about March 29, 1975.
c. Claim submitted by Edith C. Nourse for loss of property purportedly
resulting from improper electricity turnoff, on or about March 3, 1975.
d. Claim filed by State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance for property damages
purportedly resulting from collision with City vehicle, on or about April 17,
1975.
2. CORRESPONDENCE: The following correspondence was ordered received and filed:
a. City of Porterville - Resolution No. 7867 - Opposing the passage of
Senate Bill No. 275.
b. Airport Land Use Commission - Minutes - April 17, 1975.
c. Santa Ana River/Santiago Creek Greenbelt Commission - Progress Report,
March 29, 1975 - April 25, 1975.
d. Cultural Arts Commission - Minutes - April 10, 1975.
e. Community Redevelopment Commission - Minutes - April 16, and 23, 1975.
f. Financial and Operating Report for the month of March, 1975 for the
Water Division.
g. Intergovernmental Coordinating Council of Orange County:
City of Los Alamitos - Resolution Nos. 736, 737, 738, and 742
City of Irvine - Resolution Nos. 418 and 419
3. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - GLENVIEW STORM DRAIN: Plans and specifications
for the Glenview Storm Drain from the Atwood Channel to Yorba Linda Reservoir
and Yorba Linda Reservoir Debris Barrier were approved, as recommended by the
City Engineer.
MOTION CARRIED.
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RESOLUTION NOS. 75R-244 THROUGH 75R-246' Councilman Pebley offered Resolution
Nos. 75R-244 through 75R-246, both inclusive, for adoption in accordance with
the reports, recommendations and certifications furnished each Council Member,
and as listed on the Consent Calendar Agenda.
Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-244 - DEEDS OF EASEMENT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM ACCEPTING CERTAIN DEEDS AND ORDERING THEIR RECORDATION.
(Raymond G. & Estelle K. Spehar; The United States Postal Service; T. H. Gifft
Co., Inc.; Anaheim Hills, Inc. & Texaco Anaheim Hills, Inc.; Thomas F. &
Catherine T. Brady; Brown-Bevis Industrial Equipment Co.; Brown-Bevis-Industrial
Equipment Co.; Thomas F. & Catherine T. Brady; Rina DesPlaines; Donald J. &
Geraldine Fears)
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-245 - PROPOSED ABANDONMENT NO. 74-15A: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE CERTAIN
REAL PROPERTY AND FIXING A DATE FOR HEARING THEREON. (Public hearing June 3,
1975, 2:30 P.M.)
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-246 - WORK ORDER NO. 749-B: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND
NECESSITY REQUIRE THE CONSTRUCTION AND COMPLETION oF A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT, TO
WIT: INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT THE INTERSECTION
OF LAKEVIEW AVENUE AND ORANGETHORPE AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, WORK ORDER
NO. 749-B; APPROVING THE DESIGNS, PLANS, PROFILES, DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION THEREOF; AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF SAID PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH SAID PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ETC.; AND AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH A NOTICE INVITING SEALED PROPOSALS FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION THEREOF. (Bids to be Opened - ~Tune 5, ]_975, 2:00 P.M.)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution Nos. 75R-244 through 75R-246, both inclusive
duly passed and adopted. '
LICENSE FEE WAIVER - ST. ANTHONY CLARET FIESTA: Request was submitted by
T. H. Thompson, Jr., General Fiesta Chairman, for waiver of the business license
fee for the use of rides and booths to be operated in connection with the 18th
Annual St. Anthony Claret School Fund Raising Fiesta to be held May 16, 17, and
18, 1975 on the school grounds located at 1450 East La Palma Avenue.
On motion by Councilman Pebley, seconded by Councilman Seymour, the City
Council approved a waiver of license fees for those rides and booths operated
by members of the sponsoring organization only, in accordance with Council
Policy No. 305. MOTION CARRIED.
ANA-MODJESKA PLAYERS - FLEA MARKET: Request was submitted from Karyl Gonzales,
Corresponding Secretary, Ana-Modjeska Players, for permission to hold an
Auction and Flea Market on the City parking lot located at the northeast corner
of Emily and Chartres Streets, May 17, 1975 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
On motion by Councilwoman Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Seymour, permis-
sion to conduct the event was granted, and business license fee therefor was
waived as recommended by the City Attorney. MOTION CARRIED.
RECLASSIFICATION NO. 73-74-41 - EXTENSION OF TIME: Request was submitted from
Stephen C. Hopkins, Hopkins Development Company, for extension of time to
Reclassification No. 73-74-41, proposed CL zoning at the northeast corner
Post Lane and Kellogg Drive. Also submitted were reports from the Development
Services Department and City Engineer recommending the granting of the one-year
extension of time subject to the posting of a bond for street lighting facilities
within 60 days.
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On motion by Councilman Pebley, seconded by Councilman Sneegas, a one-year
extension of time was granted retroactive to April 23, 1975, and to expire on
April 23, 1976, subject to the posting of bond for street lighting facilities
within 60 days. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilman Pebley left the Council Chamber. (5:40 P.M.)
RECLASSIFICATION NO. 73-74-47 - EXTENSION OF TIME AND APPROVAL OF REVISED PLANS:
Request was submitted by William H. Soules, Acacia Construction, Inc., on
behalf of the owners of the property, for an extension of time to Reclassifica-
tion No. 73-74-47, proposed RM-1200 zoning, and for approval of revised plans
on property located at the southeast corner of Ball Road and Palm Way. Also
submitted were reports from the Development Services Department and the City
Engineer recommending the granting of a one-year extension of time and approval
of revised plans, subject to the posting of bond for street improvements on
Palm Way and street lighting facilities on Ball Road and Palm Way, and the
payment of street tree fees within 60 days.
On motion by Councilman Seymour, seconded by Councilman Sneegas, a one-
year extension of time was granted retroactive to April 2, 1975, and to expire
April 2, 1976, subject to the posting of a bond for street improvements on Palm
Way and street lighting facilities on Ball Road and Palm Way, and the payment
of street tree fees within 60 days; further revised plans marked Exhibit Nos.
1, through 7, Revision Nc. 1, were approved. MOTION CARRIED.
ONE MILLION GALLON RESERVOIR - ANAHEIM HILLS: Excerpt from the Minutes of the
City Planning Commission meeting held May 12, 1975, was submitted reflecting
the Commission's consideration of the one million gallon reservoir to be located
on the ridge line separating the Cities of Anaheim and Orange, approximately
3,000 feet east of Hidden Canyon Road.
Zoning Supervisor Charles Roberts noted that basic alternative development
schemes were reviewed by the Commission, with Alternative No. 6 being approved,
with landscaping of the slopes to be in conformance with the City of Anaheim's
Grading Ordinance.
Councilman Pebley returned to the Council Chamber. (5:43 P.M.)
No further action was taken by the City Council.
ORDINANCE NO. 3422: Councilwoman Kaywood offered Ordinance No. 3422 for adoption.
Refer to Ordinance Book.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM REPEALING TITLE 4, CHAPTER 4.09, SECTION
4.09.010 AND ENACTING A NEW TITLE 4, CHAPTER 4.09, SECTION 4.09.010 PERTAINING
TO HOTEL AND MOTEL RATE SIGNS.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 3422 duly passed and adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 3423: Councilman Pebley offered Ordinance No. 3423 for adoption.
Refer to Ordinance Book.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3412, NUNC PRO TUNC,
RELATING TO ZONING. (Tree Preservation)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Snee§as and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 3423 duly passed and adopted.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3424: Councilwoman Kaywood offered Ordinance No. 3424 for adoption.
Refer to Ordinance Book.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM DECLARING THE NEED FOR A COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT COMMISSION TO FUNCTION, NAMING TRAT COMMISSION, AUTHORIZING THAT COMMISSION
TO TRANSACT BUSINESS, SPECIFYING THE POWERS AND FUNCTION OF THAT COMMISSION AND
DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 3424 duly passed and adopted.
.ORDINANCE NO. 3425: Councilman Seymour offered Ordinance No. 3425 for adoption.
Refer to Ordinance Book.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING CHAPTER 1.04 OF THE ANAHEIM
MUNICIPAL CODE TO CREATE A HOUSING COMMISSION.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 3425 duly passed and adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 3426: Councilwoman Kaywood offered Ordinance No. 3426 for adoption.
Refer to Ordinance Book.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO ZONING. (70-71-33 (7, 8, 9) - RS-A-43,000)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 3426 duly passed and adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 3427: Councilman Pebley offered Ordinance No. 3427 for first
reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO ZONING. (71-72-44 (7) - RS-5000)
MEETING - UNITED STATES SENATOR JOHN V. TUNNEY: Members of the Anaheim City
Council indicated they would be able to meet with Senator John V. Tunney on
Friday, June 6, 1975, as requested by the Senator.
MEETING - CITY OF LONG BEACH OFFICIALS: The City Manager reported on a recent
meeting with some of the City of Long Beach staff ,attended by Councilman
Seymour and himself, at which time they reviewed plans for 6he downtown area
and that area seaward of the downtown section, including a transportation
system and the revamping of the Long Beach Convention Center. It was suggastad
that the City Councils of both Cities meet in the near future.
By general consent of the City Council, the City ~nager was instructed to
extend an invitation to members of the Long Beach City Council and a representa-
tive of the Long Beach Press Telegram Newspaper to attend a dinner meeting and
baseball game in Anaheim on either June 23, or 25, 1975.
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INDUSTRIAL AREA STREET PAVING: Mr. }iurdoch reported that for more than 20 years
it has been understood that the City would pay for paving of existing streets
in front of newly constructed industrial facilities where there is a specific
industry user. For the past 3 years, very little money has been spent on this
type of paving, and it is felt that the policy has outlived its usefulness.
On the recommendation of the City Manager, Councilman Pebley moved that
staff be instructed to advise all developers that the foregoing policy has been
rescinded. Councilman Thom seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-247: On the recommendation of the City Attorney, Councilman
Pebley offered Resolution No. 75R-247 for adoption.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ANA RELATING TO PARTICIPA-
TION IN THE ORANGE COUNTY NARCOTIC INDEX PROGRAM. (Anaheim's share - $693.27)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL }fEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Peb~ey, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-247 duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-248: On the recommendation of the City Attorney, Councilman
Thom offered Resolution No. 75R-248 for adoption.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF AN AMENDMENT TO A REVENUE SHARING AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF
ORANGE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TWILA REID PARK SITE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT. (Increase in County
Revenue Sharing Funds to the City and extension of date for expenditure thereof
to December 1976)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-248 duly passed and adopted.
LITIGATION - FREEWAY COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES~ INC.: The City Attorney advised that
all Council Members and other City representatives named in pending litigation
with Freeway Commercial Properties, Inc., will be represented by the City
Attorney's Office.
UP-DATE - AMENDMENT TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO DE-POOL MISCELLA-
NEOUS MEMBER PORTION: Mr. Watts reported that he had received a response from
the Public Employees' Retirement System to his communication, specifically with
regard to the unused sick leave credit benefit which the City Council adopted
in connection with its action to amend the City employees' retirement contract
to de-pool the miscellaneous member portion (Ordinance No. 3418, adopted April
29, 1975). The State's position is that the statute on sick leave is unclear,
and they note there are three separate bills currently pending before the
legislature relating to this subject matter, one of which is an urgency measure
(AB 225). The City has three alternatives, to obtain an amendment from the
legislature clarifying their intent with respect to the statute; to file legal
proceedings; or to request an opinion from the Attorney General. Mr. Watts
advised he would explore the alternatives in depth and report back to the City
Council in the near future.
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PROPOSED LEASE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY - CHURCHILL PROPERTIES~ LTD.: Concerning
the proposed lease for vehicle storage purposes of City-owned property located
north of Ball Road, west of Harbor Boulevard, Councilman Seymour questioned the
feasibility of using C.E.T.A. employees to convert the property into a usable
recreation area.
It was determined that action on the proposed lease be de£erred, pending
report from the City Manager on possible alternatives.
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-249: Councilman Thom offered Resolution No. 75R-249 for
adoption.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE KINGSMEN DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley, Sneegas and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-249 duly passed and adopted.
NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM: On motion by Councilman Seymour, seconded by
Councilman Thom, public hearing was scheduled June 3, 1975, 2:30 P.M., to
consider proposed participation by the City of Anaheim in the National Flood
Insurance Program. MOTION CARRIED.
1975-76 BUDGET: By general consent of the City Council, public hearing was
scheduled June 10, 1975, 2:30 P.M., to consider the proposed 1975-76 Budget for
the City of Anaheim.
CALIFORNIA POSTAL COMMISSION HEARINGS: Communication dated May 7, 1975, from the
City of Garden Grove was submitted requesting that the City Council consider
joining with that city to request certain adjustments in a proposed preliminary
Coastal Plan.
The City Council took no action on the request at this time.
Councilman Sneegas left the Council Chamber. (6:14 P.M.)
RESOLUTION NO. 75R-250: On report and recommendation by the Assistant City
Engineer, Councilman Pebley offered Resolution No. 75R-250 for adoption.
Refer to Resolution Book.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AGREEING TO CONVEY
CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF A QUIT-CLAIM
DEED (ABCO EQUITY, ET AL. - GRANTEE).
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Seymour, Pebley and Thom
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Ti 'ORARILY ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Sneegas
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 75R-250 duly passed and adopted.
Councilman Snee§as returned to the Council Chamber. (6:15 P.M.)
AB 2290 - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS: Councilwoman Kaywood
called attention to communication received from the Southern California Associa-
tion of Governments (SCAG), forwarding a copy of AB 2290 proposing the addition
of Chapter 2.7 to Title 7 of the Government Code relating to regional planning
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agencies. This addition would recognize present SCAG functions, however~ would
clearly establish that no taxing authority is authorized, and participation and
assessment would be voluntary.
Councilwoman Kaywood thereupon moved that the City Council support AB 2290.
Councilman Seymour seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE GRANTS: Councilwoman Kaywood reported on an issue discussed at the recent League of California Cities meeting regarding offer made by the
Governor of the State o£ California to return to the Federal Government $40,000,000
of Criminal Justice money. The League of Cities has adopted a resolution
requesting that the money not be returned, but be used to continue the good
work effected by the cities through use of these funds. The Governor has
indicated he would consider requests from officials, such as Chiefs of Police,
who would not have a vested interest.
It was the suggestion of the City Council that the Chief of Police write
the Governor of California in support of the work that has been accomplished
through use of these funds, and request that Criminal Justice grant money be
retained (Orange County's share $3,000,000).
SANTA ANA RIVER/SANTIAGO CREEK GREENBELT COMMISSION: Report dated May 13, 1975,
from the Development Services Department was submitted recommending that the
City of Anaheim maintain its position of actively supporting the Greenbelt
Commission in its efforts to coordinate a comprehensive Greenbelt Plan along
the entire Santa Ana River and Santiago Creek. Development Services Director
Ron Thompson related that the recommendation reaffirms the opinion of Councilman
Sneegas, the City's representative on the Greenbelt Commission, that the City
should continue to support the Commission.
No action was taken.
RECESS - EXECUTIVE SESSION: Councilman Pebley moved to recess to Executive
Session. Councilman Sneegas seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (6:22 P.M.)
AFTER RECESS: Mayor Thom called the meeting to order, all Council Members being
present. (7:15 P.M.)
ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Seymour moved to adjourn. Councilwoman Kaywood seconded
the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Adjourned: 7:15 P.M.
City Clerk