2004/03/30
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING
MARCH 30, 2004
The City Council of the City of Anaheim met in regular adjourned session. The Notice of
Adjournment was posted at 3:00 P.M. on March 30, 2004 on the exterior door of the Anaheim
Council Chambers, announcing the adjournment to 3:30 P.M. due to a lack of quorum
PRESENT: Mayor Curt Pringle, Council Members: Shirley McCracken, Bob Hernandez, Tom
Tait, and Richard Chavez.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager David Morgan, City Attorney Jack White, and City Clerk
Sheryll Schroeder.
A copy of the agenda for the meeting of the Anaheim City Council was posted on March 26,
2004 at the City Hall outside bulletin board.
Mayor Pringle called the regular meeting to order at 3:43 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the
Anaheim City Hall, 200 South Anaheim Boulevard.
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LINCOLN AVENUE CORRIDOR MASTER PLAN WORKSHOP:
Russell Maguire, Deputy City Engineer, presented the Lincoln Avenue Corridor Master Plan,
outlining the background and steps leading to the development of the master plan with the
assistance of Nuvis Landscape Architecture consulting firm. Mayor Pringle inquired as to the
status of Segments A, B, C and D identified on the Lincoln Avenue exhibit. Mr. Maguire stated
Segment A was the recently completed widening project referred to as "Tall Palms Lane" which
ended at Illinois Street. Segment B identified the area from Illinois to Harbor Boulevard and
included some alternating palm trees. Segment C referred to the downtown area and Mr.
Maguire indicated the only addition for that area was to add palm trees to block in the main
intersection. Segment D identified the undercrossing area and since maintenance operation of
that area had now been turned over to Public Works, Mr. Maguire reported there had been
irrigation upgrades and improved maintenance to landscaping materials.
Robert Stone representing Nuvis, described the three concepts developed for the corridor: 1)
the Unifying Theme, 2) the Turf Theme, and 3) the Riparian Theme. Palm trees were the
dominant feature of the Unifying Theme alternating with Chinese Tallow canopy trees on the
side and Crape Myrtle flowering accent trees and shrubs in the middle median. Stamped
concrete paving edged the median and no turf was utilized. In the Turf Theme, palm trees were
still a strong element of the design but were kept in the middle median. Turf was used in the
median and parkways. Flowering shrubs would be located underneath the palm trees and the
parkway trees would be Australian Willow trees, a more formal evergreen tree. The Riparian
concept utilized an informal type of landscape containing sycamores, oaks and boulders with
some flowering shrubs. This concept would have a more loose character to it and the street
trees on both sides would be smaller scale oak trees with a flowering shrub, bush or native rose.
As part of the normal process in developing these themes, Mr. Maguire indicated the City's
Major Corridor Beautification Task Force had reviewed the concepts and approved and
recommended all three. The task force, however, did emphasize there were two distinctive
areas that were basically divided by the 57 Freeway, Sunkist Avenue to East Street and Sunkist
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Avenue to the Santa Ana River. The task force strongly recommended using the Riparian
theme from Sunkist to the river because of the close relationship to the river.
Mayor Pringle requested Council comments on creating pedestrian walking areas in the
downtown area through the addition of shade trees and street scape that would reflect the
historic character of that area. He felt the need to create a more pedestrian-oriented
environment in the downtown area that would complement the City's direction given to
developers to utilize the theme of an older downtown area. The Mayor felt that all three
concepts were acceptable but that there might be gradual movement away from the Unifying
Theme for the downtown area by the addition of shade trees.
Council Member McCracken concurred in the need for additional shade trees in the downtown
area to encourage pedestrian use and inquired if there were any landscaping plans available for
review for the downtown apartment complex development.
Mayor Pringle inquired if Council had any concerns in using the Riparian Theme from the 57
Freeway to the Santa Ana River. There was a general consensus from all Council Members for
this theme, however, Council Member Tait expressed concern that the small river rocks which
were present in Weir Canyon area and on the off ramps around the stadium may be dated and
difficult to maintain. Mr. Stone indicated that the boulders identified in the Riparian Theme
would be fairly good-sized natural boulders. Council Member Tait was supportive of the
Riparian concept if it appeared as shown in the exhibit. City Manager Dave Morgan explained
that the City was building more strongly on the river presence to distinguish that portion of
Anaheim. He also recognized Council Member Tail's preference for turf that was strongly
acknowledged on the State College corridor and indicated the City would continue to look for
those opportunities.
Council Member Hernandez asked if using the environmental turf had been an option. Mr.
Maguire indicated that only live plants were considered for this area. Mr. Morgan indicated the
City was doing a pilot study of the environmental turf in a median outside City Hall and Anaheim
Boulevard. Council Member Tait indicated there were medians smaller in diameter that might
be good candidates for artificial turf rather than concrete.
Council Member Chavez was supportive of all three concepts and approved the Riparian
Theme for the river area noting that the Water District might be inspired to improve their
landscaping as a result of these improvements.
Mayor Pringle noted the Unifying concept had such a strong emphasis on palms and deciduous
trees that the medians looked bare in the winter and asked Council to consider using the Turf
Theme for the area of Sunkist to East Street. Council consensus was received.
ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS - CLOSED SESSION: None
Mayor Pringle recessed to closed session at 4:23 P.M. for the following purposes:
1. Motion to recess to Closed Session for the following purposes:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Agency designated representative: David Hill
Employee organization: Anaheim Municipal Employees Association
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AFTER RECESS:
Mayor Pringle called the regular Council meeting of March 30,2004 to order at 5:13 P.M. and
welcomed those in attendance.
INVOCATION:
Pastor Jimmy Gaston, State College Church of Christ
FLAG SALUTE:
Council Member Hernandez
PRESENTATIONS:
George Kline, Robert Stevens, and John Baca, City of Anaheim Public Utilities employees, were
recognized for their outstanding team performance in the American Public Power Association's
2004 Line Workers Rodeo
RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date):
Recognizing Cesar E. Chavez
Recognizing Warren C. Wong on his retirement from the California Department of Justice
Mayor Pringle recessed the Anaheim City Council meeting to call to order the Anaheim
Redevelopment Agency at 5:19 P.M.
Mayor Pringle reconvened the Anaheim City Council meeting at 5:23 P.M. for a joint public
hearing with the Anaheim Housing Authority to consider RESOLUTION NO. 2004-41 ,
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the execution
and delivery of a first supplement to the Indenture of Trust and certain other actions in
connection therewith (Solara Court Bond Reissuance)
Elisa Stipkovich, Executive Director of Community Development, reported this matter was for an
extension of time for tax-exempt bonds approved by the Council and the Housing Authority on
November 6, 2001. Ms. Stipkovich stated the $8,200,000 in tax-exempt bonds was to finance
the construction of the Solara Court Apartments, a 132-unit affordable senior housing projected
located at 3335 West Lincoln Avenue. The project was built and complete, but in order for the
developer to get permanent financing and take advantage of the multi-family housing program
issued by the State of California, an extension of time was required. These bonds would now
go from an 18-year time frame to a 30-year time frame to coincide with the funding from the
State. Ms. Stipkovich indicated the time extension was the sole reason for the reissuance.
Mayor Pringle opened the public hearing and receiving no testimony, closed the hearing.
Council Member Hernandez moved to approve Resolution No. 2004-41, RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the execution and delivery of a first
supplement to the Indenture of Trust and certain other actions in connection; Council Member
Tait seconded the motion. Roll Call vote: Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members:
McCracken, Tait, Chavez and Hernandez. Noes - O. Motion Carried.
Mayor Pringle recessed the Anaheim City Council meeting to call to order the special meeting of
the Anaheim Public Financing Authority. At 5:25 P.M., Mayor Pringle reconvened the meeting.
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ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: An error was corrected on Item A16 of the
Consent Calendar; the total dollar amount should reflect $9,153,196.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
James Robert Reade related child abuse concerns.
Jim Adams, a 30-year resident of Anaheim, addressed Item A41 and spoke in support of
Council Member Chavez serving as Mayor Pro Tem.
Ken Maylone, addressing Item A41, spoke in support of Mayor Pro T em Chavez.
Amin David, supported Mayor Pro Tem Chavez and requested those members of the audience
in concurrence to stand.
Mike Neben, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, presented Council with the 2004 Community
Guide and Business Directory of the Chamber.
Stephanie O'Neil, addressing Item A41, spoke in opposition to Council Member Chavez as
Mayor Pro Tem.
Victor Young, a resident addressing Item A41, spoke in opposition to Mayor Pro Tern Chavez.
Mayor Pringle commented that any member of the audience wishing to use the public forum to
comment on any item on the agenda was welcome to do so, however, the comments were to be
made in a respectful and courteous manner.
Dale Woodward spoke in opposition to Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Sukeree Basiso, representing Access California Services, spoke in support of Mayor Pro Tem
Chavez.
Ed Perez, resident, spoke in support of Mayor Pro Tem Chavez
Leon Alexander supported Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Joseph Singh, resident, supported Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Joe Stimens complained of repeated violation of fire codes from an Anaheim business operating
on Knollwood impacting business and residences in Buena Park and asked for Council's
assistance. Mayor Pringle referred Mr. Stimens to Fire Chief Roger Smith to discuss his
concerns. City Manager, David Morgan, indicated Council would receive a report on this matter.
Seferino Garcia, resident, spoke on behalf of Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Rick Guiden, Director of organizing United Food and Commercial Workers Union, spoke in
support of Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Ella Torrez, president of Hotel Restaurant Employees Union representing 7,000 members,
spoke in favor of Richard Chavez and urge him to continue as Mayor Pro Tem.
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Eli Barra, representing 125,000 AFL/CIO members in Orange County, spoke in support of
Richard Chavez.
Peter Chakpennes, addressed Item A41 , stating Council Member Chavez should do the right
thing.
Richard McFarland, representing Eli Home, spoke in support of Richard Chavez.
Robin Ferguson, resident, spoke in support of Richard Chavez.
Robert Moore, resident, addressed Item A 16, pointing out there were some deficiencies in the
citizen participation process and that the budget proposed was not an overwhelming mandate
from the citizens. Mr. Moore asked Council to use best judgment as to identifying community
needs. Mayor Pringle indicated this was the first year the process had been restructured and
would review the process looking towards improvement. Mr. Moore indicated there had been
debate on the division of monies for community policing and the amount of funds being given to
neighborhoods.
Kevin Sims, complemented Council on their leadership and spoke in support of Mayor Pro Tem
Chavez.
Dave Wilk, Disney Goals Executive Director, reported the program had grown tremendously and
were privileged to participate in the citizen participation process, receiving a portion of funds
from the Block Grants for Goals Cadets. Mr. Wilk explained Goals Cadets used hockey to reach
out and help under-served youths.
Frank Cardona, resident and Goals Cadet alumni, was appreciative of the benefits he derived
from nine years in the Goals Cadet program and thanked Council for their support.
John Karczynski, a resident addressing Item A41, spoke in opposition to Mayor Pro Tem
Chavez.
Nala Kayali, Executive Director of Access California Services, spoke in support of Mayor Pro
Tem Richard Chavez. Ms. Kayali also encouraged Council to increase CDBG funding from
$5,000 to $25,000 to facilitate moving to larger facility to serve the community.
Charlotte DeVal, resident and member of Anaheim Senior Commission and Anaheim LUAC,
spoke in support of Mayor Pro Tem Chavez.
Bill Taormina, complimented Council on their accomplishments, indicating the community
depends on their working together as a unit to serve the citizens of Anaheim.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Council Member Chavez removed Item 16 from the Consent Calendar and abstained on Item
A36. Council Member Tait abstained on Item A2. Mayor Pringle removed Item A14 and Item
A32 from consent calendar for discussion purposes.
Council Member Hernandez moved approval of Consent Calendar Items A 1- A40, seconded by
Councilmember McCracken, to waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and to
approve the following in accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations
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furnished each Council Member and as listed on the Consent Calendar. Roll Call vote: Ayes-
5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members: McCracken, Tait, Hernandez, and Chavez. Noes - O.
Motion carried.
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A1.
Receive and file the Investment Portfolio Report for the month of February 2004 and
minutes of the Public Utilities Board meeting held February 5, 2004.
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A2.
Accept the bid of Orange County Reprographics, in an amount not to exceed $50,000
per year (including tax), for reproduction and preservation of substation drawings with
three one-year renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal
options in accordance with Bid #6437.
Council Member Tait abstained.
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A3. Accept the low bid of Alcoa Fujikura Limited, in an amount not to exceed $87,330 (plus
tax), for the purchase of fiber optic cable for the Public Utilities Department for a period
of two years with three one-year options to renew and authorize the Purchasing Agent to
exercise the renewal options in accordance with Bid #6440.
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A4. Accept the low bid of Pyramid School Products, in the amount of $35,998 (plus tax), for
waste receptacles for the Convention Center in accordance with Bid #6465.
A5. Approve an agreement with Printrak, a Motorola Company, in an amount not to exceed
$410,000, (including tax), for a period of six years for the lease/purchase and
maintenance/support of an Automated Fingerprint Identification System for the Police
Department.
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A6. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, GMC Engineering, in the amount of
$274,000, for the Harbor Boulevard Widening (East Side) and approve and authorize the
Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
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A7. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Nobest, Inc., in the amount of
$69,001, for the Pioneer Park Picnic Area Improvements and approve and authorize the
Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
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A8. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Sully Miller Contracting Co., in the
amount of $387,503.40, for the alley improvements and utility undergrounding for the
alley north of Lincoln Avenue west of Rose Street and approve and authorize the
Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
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A9. Approve Contract Change Order NO.1 in favor of Pete & Sons Construction, Inc., in the
amount of $47,000, for the East Anaheim Neighborhood CDBG Street Light System
Upgrade.
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A 10. Approve Lot Line Adjustment No. 0000561, property located at 1810 Westmont Drive.
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A 11. Approve Lot Line Adjustment No. 0000562, property located at the southwest corner of
Picadilly Way and Buckingham Street.
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A 12. Approve Amendment NO.7 of the Cooperative Agreement with the Orange County
Transportation Authority, which updates the list of approved projects for the City.
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A 13. Approve the Cooperative Projects Program Contract with the Orange County Sanitation
District for projects related to the implementation of a sewer flow-monitoring project.
A 15. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Cooperation Agreement with the
Anaheim Redevelopment Agency for the Rose Alley undergrounding and surface
reconstruction (related to Agency Item 3).
A 17. Approve and authorize the Executive Director to execute the Prospective Purchase
Agreement with California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Santa Ana Region to
close escrow on the former Galaxy Oil site upon execution of the agreement by the
Water Board.
A 18. Approve and authorize the Executive Director to execute the Professional Service
Agreement with Robert Borders and Associates, in an amount not to exceed $150,000,
for architectural, space planning and interior design services for City Hall West and other
public buildings.
A19. Approve a one-year extension to the current franchise agreement with Yellow Cab
Company.
A20. Approve and authorize the Human Resources Director to execute an agreement with
Safeshred Company, Inc. for destruction services of confidential material.
A21. Approve and authorize the Human Resources Director to execute an agreement with
International City Management Association Retirement Corporation to administer the
City's accounting and management of a retirement health savings and reimbursement
plan.
A22. Approve a consultant services agreement with Willdan, in the amount of $123,900, for
the Energy Playfield Design Project.
A23. Approve a Professional Service Agreement with RCC Consultants, Inc., in an amount
not to exceed $40,000, for professional services to facilitate the upgrade of the closed
circuit television system within the Anaheim Convention Center.
A24. Authorize the Chief of Police to terminate a consulting agreement with Gartner
Consulting for services related to the Police Department's Computer-Aided
Dispatch/Records Management System and Jail Management System.
A25. Approve the Fiber Optics Leasing Guidelines and the model Sample Fiber Optics
Leasing Agreement and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to take such
actions as are necessary to negotiate, finalize and execute agreements, which comply
with the guidelines.
A26. Approve and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to execute an agreement
with the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, in the amount of $11,960, to
provide funding to assist in the completion of a solar energy project at Esperanza High
School.
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A27. Approve and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to execute the Agreement
Regarding Termination of Lease with the Nate and Colette Palm Tree Family Trust for
the energy playfield project.
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A28. Approve and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to execute an agreement
with Sargent & Lundy to be the owner's engineer for the Lewis Extension Project. at a
cost not to exceed $708,400, and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to
extend the construction management services for up to six additional months, if required,
at an additional not to exceed monthly rate of $28,900.
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A29. Approve the Acquisition Agreement of Real Property with Robert Carlin, Trustee of the
Carlin Family Trust, in the settlement amount of $513,000, for property located at 1075
West Lincoln Avenue for the Lincoln Avenue Phase II Street Improvement Project (RIW
ACQ2001-00025).
A30. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-42 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
real properties or interest therein (City Deed No. 10742, RIW ACQ2001-00025).
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A31. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-43 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
real properties or interest therein (City Deed NO.1 0739 through 10741).
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A33. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-45 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the destruction of certain City records more than two
years old (Convention, Sports & Entertainment Accounting Office).
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A34. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-46 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the destruction of certain City records more than two
years old (Public Utilities Department).
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A35. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-47 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Chief of Police or his designee to submit a grant
application on behalf of the City of Anaheim to the State Office of Emergency Services,
for the fiscal year 2004 Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Program, and if
awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant on behalf of the City and amending
the budget for fiscal year 2003-2004 accordingly.
Increase fiscal year 2003/04 revenue and expenditure appropriations by $10,284,651 in
the Urban Area Security Initiative Program and authorize the Finance Director to carry
forward into future fiscal years any unexpended appropriation related hereto.
Approve the Anaheim Grant Strategy and proposed budget for State Application and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to make the appropriate purchases, and waive any
conflicting provision of Council Policy 306 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to comply
with the appropriate federal or state procedures with regard to purchases made under
this grant.
161 A36. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-48 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM consenting to holding a joint public hearing with the Anaheim
Redevelopment Agency on the proposed redevelopment plan amendments to merge the
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Alpha, River Valley, Plaza, Commercial/Industrial, West Anaheim Commercial Corridors
and Stadium Redevelopment Projects (related to Agency Item 7).
Council Member Chavez abstained.
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A39.
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-49 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Chief of Police to file an application, on behalf of the
City of Anaheim, with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to
participate in the 2004-05 Grant Assistance Law Enforcement Program, authorizing the
Chief to execute all required grant documents, and, if awarded, authorizing the
acceptance of such grant on behalf of the City and amending the budget for the fiscal
year in which the grant funds are received accordingly.
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-50 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Chief of Police to file an application, on behalf of the
City of Anaheim, with the California Bureau of Corrections to participate in the 2004
Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program, authorizing the Chief to execute all
required grant documents, and, if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant on
behalf of the City and amending the budget for the fiscal year in which the grant funds
are received accordingly.
ORDINANCE NO. 5905 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending Section 6.42.150 of Chapter 6.42 of Title 6 of the Municipal Code
relating to Christmas tree lots and pumpkin patches (Introduced at the Council meeting
of March 16, 2004, Item A37).
Mayor Pringle and Council Member Tait commended the City Attorney's office for the continuing
effort in reducing penalties to infractions, where appropriate, in the Municipal Code.
A40. Approve the minutes of the regular adjourned meeting held March 16, 2004.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
A 14. Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad
for the reconstruction of railroad tracks in Santa Ana and Olive Streets and to execute
such other documents and instruments as may be necessary to accomplish the
purposes of such agreement.
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Gary Johnson, Director of Public Works/City Engineer, indicated that for a number of years, his
office had requested to have the railroad tracks repaired. He stated that in reaching an
agreement with Union Pacific Railroad, the tracks would be completely replaced within the next
two years and the City would continue to work with Union Pacific to abandon the tracks entirely.
Council Member Hernandez moved to approve Item A14, seconded by Council Member Tait.
Roll Call vote: Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members: McCracken, Tait, Hernandez, and
Chavez. Noes - O. Motion carried.
182 A16. Approve the recommended fiscal year 2004/20005 Community Development Block
Grant, HOME Investment Act and Emergency Shelter Grant budget, in an amount
totaling $9,153,196, and authorize the Executive Director of Community Development to
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execute all required fiscal year 2004/2005 federal documents and contracts, including
individual subrecipient agreements that are consistent with the approved funding.
Elisa Stipkovich, Community Development Executive Director, provided an overview. She
indicated the newly formed block grant committee met several times with the community to
receive input. At staff's request the committee met again as an additional $300,000 was found
that could be added to the budget and staff was also trying to reach better agreement on the
allocation of all funds. One hundred percent agreement was not reached and staff's
recommendation for community policing and a code enforcement officer differed from the
committee's decision.
Council Member Chavez thanked Mr. Moore for bringing the issue forward and thanked staff
and the committee for the time in reviewing the budget. He indicated funds came from the
federal government to be used for blighted neighborhoods. Council Member Chavez suggested
tabling the item for staff to take a look at reconfiguring the funding for the ten non-profit
organizations. Mayor Pringle stated that the committee process was restructured this year at
his encouragement to ensure Council had a stronger voice on the allocation of these resources.
He commented that this was a difficult budget year and the City had a $16,000,000 shortfall to
address and consequently, all departments were requested to make cuts. Since community
policing and code enforcement were high priorities this year, staff was looking at using these
monies as supplemental funds for community policing and code enforcement. The Mayor
supported tabling the item to the next meeting for further input but requested justification as to
why resources should be taken away from community policing and code enforcement and
provided to neighborhood councils beyond what staff had recommended. Mr. Morgan
indicated it was not a problem to delay the item for one week but acknowledged that any
change in the allocation of resources was not without impact on the City's budget. Council
Member McCracken requested that HUD expenditure limits for non-profit groups be provided as
well.
With no objection from Council, Mayor Pringle continued this matter to April 6, 2004.
117 A32. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-44 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing investment and withdrawal of City of Anaheim monies in
the Local Agency Investment Fund.
Mayor Pringle requested this item be considered prior to Item A 14. Fred Rohr of the City
Treasurer's office, provided Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) details. He indicated the City
had two accounts set up in the State fund; one for the Redevelopment Agency and one for the
City Council, allowing use similar to a revolving checking account. Since checking accounts
and money market accounts were paying 1 % and LAIF was paying 1.4%, this allowed the City
to generate a larger rate of return. On other types of investments, Mr. Rohr stated, the City
made a little over 2%-2.5%.
Council Member McCracken moved to approve Item A32, seconded by Council Member
Chavez. Roll Call vote: Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members: McCracken, Tait,
Hernandez, and Chavez. Noes - O. Motion carried.
114 A41. Discussion regarding Mayor Pro Tem (requested by Council Member Hernandez at the
Council meeting of March 16, 2004).
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Mayor Pringle indicated this was an item related to the position of Mayor Pro Tem and Council
Member Hernandez had expressed concern that Council Member Chavez had not filed certain
disclosure forms. The Mayor indicated that Council Member Chavez had now filed those forms.
Council Member Hernandez acknowledged that Council Member Chavez had filed his
disclosure reports, but indicated he was late in doing so. Council Member Hernandez felt
elected officials should be held to a higher standard and moved to remove Council Member
Chavez from the position of Mayor Pro Tem. No second was received and the motion failed.
Council Member McCracken moved to table the discussion indefinitely; Council Member
Hernandez seconded the motion. Council Member Chavez thanked all those that spoke to the
issue, indicating he had been advised to get the disclosure forms completed and apologized for
not doing it timely. Council Member Chavez stated he looked forward to working with Council
during the remainder of his tenure. Roll call vote: Ayes - 2, Council Members McCracken and
Hernandez; Noes - 3, Mayor Pringle, Council Members: Tait and Chavez. Motion denied.
Council Member Tait expressed support for Council Member Chavez and looked forward to
focusing on the community in the future. Mayor Pringle stated Council was a representative
democracy and served as a body together to serve the community as a whole and hoped all
would move forward together to improve the City.
A42. Consider appointing a citizen to serve on the Sesquicentennial Commission, term to
expire December 31,2007.
APPOINTMENT:
With no objection from Council, the appointment was continued to April 6, 2004.
104 A43. Consider appointing a member to serve on the Cultural and Heritage Commission, term
to expire June 30, 2007.
Council member Tait nominated Christie Romero. With no other nominations offered, Council
unanimously approved the nomination.
A44. Consider appointing a member to serve on the Housing and Community Development
Commission, representing the South Neighborhood Council, term to expire June 30, 2006.
APPOINTMENT:
With no objection from Council, the appointment was continued to April 6, 2004.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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81.
WAIVER OF CODE REQUIREMENT
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2003-04793
AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
OWNER: Catellus Finance 1, LLC., 201 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105.
AGENT: Phil Schwartze, PRS Group, 31682 EI Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675.
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ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 30, 2004
PAGE 12
LOCATION: 4905 East La Palma Avenue. Property is approximately 6.37 acres,
located at the northeast corner of Manassero Street and La Palma Avenue.
Request to establish a church within an existing office building with waiver of minimum
number of parking spaces.
ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Waiver of Code Requirement approved. (6 yes votes, Commissioner Bostwick voted no).
Conditional Use Permit No. 2003-04793 granted (PC2004-17).
Negative Declaration approved.
(Appeal of the Planning Commission's decision received by Pastor Rick Danna,
Cornerstone Church).
MOTION: CEQA FINDING: NEGATIVE DECLARATION.
RESOLUTION NO.: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2003-04793.
A request to withdraw the application had been received from Cornerstone Church. As the
public hearing had been noticed, Mayor Pringle opened the public hearing for comments.
Receiving no testimony, Mayor Pringle closed the hearing. Council Member Chavez moved to
permit the withdrawal of Item B1, seconded by Council Member Hernandez. Roll Call vote:
Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members: McCracken, Tait, Hernandez, and Chavez. Noes-
O. Motion carried.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Council Member Hernandez noted the passing of two retired employees, Leonard Wright and
Gary Contreras.
Mayor Pringle updated Council on the Home Improvement Holiday program. In the first month,
780 permits for home improvements were requested which totaled $143,000 in waived permit
fees, valued at approximately $4,900,000 in home improvements. Mayor Pringle thanked City
staff for processing permits quickly and providing encouragement to residents to improve their
homes. Mayor Pringle also thanked Loara High School students for their respect and courtesy
during the Council meetings.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pringle adjourned the
meeting at 7:15P.M.
Respectfully submittrd:
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City Clerk
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