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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1986-10-13 . ./ ,,;. \., -- '~J t'. ~ .': 9-22-86 / 10-13-86 1 Approved: Seal Beach, California October 13, 1986 , The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Clift calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. I ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Clift Councilmembers Grgas, Hunt, Risner Absent: Councilmember Wilson Clift moved, second by Risner, to excuse the absence of Councilmember Wilson from this meeting. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried Also present: Mr. Nelson, City Manager Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mr. Knight, Director of Development Services Mr. Hemphill, Director of Public Works/ City Engineer Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk I PRESENTATION - HELLMAN PROPERTY Mr. Frank Mola, Mola Development, introduced his firm as the proponent of a project for development of the Hellman property, noting that an agreement for development of the site has been reached with the property owners, the Hellman family. Mr. Mola reported that the project proposes a total of seven hundred eighty-one units, one hundred twenty- one single family homes and six hundred sixty two and three story residential units over a parking facility. Mr. Mola referred to the major soil problems that are associated with the subject property, explaining that pilings are proposed to be utilized in the higher density portion of their project to alleviate the liquefaction concerns, also that a five thousand yard, sixty-six par golf course, designed by Mr. Ted RObinson, is proposed. 10-13-86 The Council advised the audience that this presentation is of a conceptual plan only, and that no formal plan has been submitted to the City, however invited public comments regarding the project that could be helpful to the developer and the City staff. Mr. Kirk Evans, Mola Development, advised that there are certain issues that remain to be addressed specifically relating to the Hellman property, one being whether the City feels that a need exists for an arterial highway from First Street through the project to Seal Beach Boulevard, noting that a prior project had proposed such roadway with another from Regency Drive to Westminster Avenue. Mr. Evans expressed their feeling that an arterial through the project would adversely affect the golf course and create noise in the residential area along Crestview Avenue. Mr. Evans stated another concern exists with the Gum Grove Park, their proposal being to remove the parking area in the vicinity of Avalon Drive that serves the park, however the Grove continuing to be accessible to foot traffic, also advising of their intention to retain most of the eucalyptus trees along the slope area as a buffer between the existing homes and the golf course. Mr. Evans reported the golf course is proposed to be open to all residents of the community. He advised that the one hundred twenty-one zero lot line single family quality residences are proposed to range between 2700 to 3100 square feet on lots of approximately thirty-five by one hundred ten feet, and that the eleven building, sixty unit each condominiums are designed with an exterior catwalk and interior landscaped courtyard, with windows on both sides of each unit, and that the tennis courts are proposed to be utilized by residents of the project. Mr. Evans stated that the interconnected lake system has been designed to satisfy the wetlands problem, noting that the State has agreed to allow the fresh water wetlands. Mr. Evans also advised of their intent to abandon the 66KV utility line which presently runs from First Street along Marina Drive and Bolsa Avenue, and in cooperation with the Edison Company, install a new line at the northerly boundary of the Hellman property. 1 I Mr. Robert Post, Crestview Avenue resident, inquired about the grade of the land immediately behind the Crestview properties given their proximity to three of the fairways, the relocation of existing mounds of dirt, and the affect on existing electric and telephone lines. Mr. Evans responded that the grade behind the Crestview properties would not be increased, however would be terraced with most grades remaining approximately as they exist. Mr. Evans reported that eighteen inches of fill is proposed to encompass the entire site, and explained that although a rough grading plan has been prepared, the grading question will be addressed in detail during the environmental and engineering studies. Mr. Evans advised that the grading would not pose a problem for Crestview properties, nor did he foresee any change in the existing utility lines. Mr. Tony Sanc~ez, 105 Coastline Drive, spoke in support of the development plan as proposed, however expressed concern that the plan could be changed in the future to include a large building in the vicinity of his residence. Mr. Mola responded that the conceptual plan presented at this time is what their firm envisions for the Hellman property, however some relocation may be necessary to satisfy specific requirements of the City, advising that he did not foresee changes that would substantially alter the plan as now proposed. Julie portier, Catalina Avenue, noted that access streets to the development appear to be from First Street and Seal Beach Boulevard I 10-13-86 I only, requested assurance that no roads would be added exiting on Crestview or Catalina, and inquired how this development would tie into the State Lands project. Charles Newmer, Crestview Avenue, expressed his objection to turning the Gum Grove nature area into a golf course, also to any resulting increase of traffic on Pacific Coast Highway. In response to Ms. Chris Allen, 633 South Shore Drive, Mr. Mola stated approximately seventy-five to one hundred parking spaces would be allocated to the public golf course, located under the tennis courts and adjacent to the clubhouse. Mr. Mola advised that the tennis courts are presently allocated for use by the homeowners, however noted it may be possible to open those facilities to the public, which would be under the same management as the golf course. Barbara Wright, 1245 Crestview, inquired as to the type of fencing that would be proposed for the properties backing the project, and what' impact there would be on the School District. Mr. Mola suggested that given the view of the project that will be realized from the abutting properties, a chain link or wrought iron fence may be most desirable, also that given the type of residential units, the number of children residing in the development is expected to be minimal, advising that the specific impact will be addressed in the environmental documents. Mr. Bill Morris, 1729 Crestview, noted his concern with the disposition of Gum Grove park, asked that consideration be given to the design of the golf course to insure that golf balls will not be aired into residential backyards, also that the Seal Beach Boulevard access street be aligned with the Naval weapons Station traffic signal. Mr. Ken Kropf, 1005 Crestview, expressed his support for the proposed plan, noting specifically that no connecting roadway is proposed between Pacific Coast Highway and Seal Beach Boulevard which, he stated he felt could be a detriment if required. with regard to Gum Grove Park, Mr. Kropf reported a variety of problems that currently exist in that area, suggesting that with the development of the golf course there may no longer be a need to retain the Park. Mr. Kropf inquired if Mola Development would be responsible for the Park, if it is to remain, and for slope problems that may arise behind the Crestview properties. Ms. Jane McCloud, 700 Balboa Drive, noted the use of the Park by many people for a variety of activities, and spoke in support of pedestrian and vehicle access to the Park area. She inquired if there would be access around the golf course for running and walking, also if a plan has been developed for the transition or relocation of existing wildlife. The City Clerk read a communication received from Larry and Jody weir, Beachcomber Drive, in support of the proposed development for the Hellman property. In response to the Council, Mr. Evans reported that the total acreage of the Hellman property is approximately two hundred twenty-five acres, the proposed development consisting of about one hundred forty-five acres with 5.4 units proposed per acre. He also stated that parking would meet City requirements, most of which would be covered spaces. Mr. Mola added that the market price for the single family residences are anticipated to average $300,000 and the condominium units between $130,000 and $150,000, with the small bachelor unit being somewhat less. Mr. Mola noted that the smaller units are incorporated into the project to allow a more affordable residence which, he explained, has been well received in other projects. In response to Council, Mr. Mola stated that dependent upon the environmental studies and timeliness of approvals, working drawings could commence in 1987, with the project phased over a period of three years at most. He reported I I 10-13-86 the first activity would be the grading and top soil fill of the entire site, noting that the golf course and water system would be the first improvement, which will serve as the storm drain for the project. The Mayor and Councilmembers expressed appreciation to the representatives of Mola Development for their presentation. By unanimous consent, the Mayor declared a recess at 7:52 p.m. The Council reconvened at 8:05 p.m. with Mayor Clift calling the meeting to order. I WAIVER OF FULL READING Hunt moved, second by Risner, to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and that consent to the waiver of reading shall be deemed to be given by all Councilmembers after reading of the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading of such ordinance or resolution. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wil son Motion carried PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Clift proclaimed the month of October, 1986 as "Crime Prevention Month." The month of October, 1986 was proclaimed "Toastmasters Communications Month" by Mayor Clift. The Mayor proclaimed November 14, 15 and 16, 1986 as "Children's Expo Weekend." AGENDA AMENDED I Risner moved, second by Grgas, to amend the agenda to include an additional proclamation. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried Mayor Clift proclaimed Wednesday, October 20, 1986 as "Red Ribbon Day" in cooperation with the Los Alamitos PTA Council. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3643 - HONORING JOSEPH "PEPE" TOWNSEND Resolution Number 3643 was presented to Council and read in full by Mayor Clift entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, HONORING JOSEPH "PEPE" TOWNSEND." Risner moved, second by Clift, to adopt Resolution Number 3643 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried The Mayor and Council conveyed their appreciation to Mr. Townsend for his heroic efforts and service to the community. I ORDINANCE NUMBER 1230 - SALE AND TRANSFER - GROUP W CABLE Ordinance Number 1230 was presented to Council for second reading entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH CONSENTING TO AND APPROVING THE SALE AND TRANSFER OF CONTROL OF GROUP W CABLE, INC. TO CERTAIN BUYERS AND THE ACQUISITION OF GWC 83, INC., AS THE HOLDER OF A CABLE COMMUNICATIONS FRANCHISE, BY COMCAST CABLEVISION CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA." By unanimous consent, full reading of Ordinance Number 1230 was waived. Grgas moved, second by Hunt, to adopt Ordinance Number 1230 as presented. 10-13-86 I In response to a member of the Council, the City Attorney advised that several cities have filed court actions in opposition to the sale and transfer of Group W primarily due to dissatisfaction with the transferees, however explained that there has been no objection by any community that was transferred to Comcast as the operator. Mr. Stepanicich offered to obtain further information for the Council to determine if any problems are foreseeable affecting the transfer in Seal Beach. Vote on the motion to approve Ordinance 1230: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried ORDINANCE NUMBER 1231 - DISPOSAL OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY Ordinance Number 1231 was presented to Council for second reading entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING SECTION 2-46 OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, RELATING TO DISPOSAL OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY." By unanimous consent, full reading of Ordinance Number 1231 was waived. Risner moved, second by Hunt, to adopt Ordinance Number 1231 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3644 - ESTABLISHING DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ReSOlution Number 3644 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR MANAGEMENT/MID-MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3644 was waived. The City Manager reported that establishment of the Deferred Compensation program, administered by the ICMA Retirement Corporation, will enable management and mid-management employees to participate in the program at the sole cost of the employees choosing to particpate. Risner moved, second by Grgas, to adopt Resolution Number 3644 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3645 - COMPLETION - ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER PARK - PROJECT NUMBER 514-B Resolution Number 3645 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DECLARING WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT '514-B, CONSTRUCTION OF ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER PARK IN ACCORDANCE WITH A CONTRACT ENTERED INTO BETWEEN MATHIS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., AND THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3645 was waived. Hunt moved, second by Risner, to adopt Resolution Number 3645 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried RESOLUTION NUMBER 3646 - COMPLETION - PIER RESTAURANT FIXTURIZATION - PROJECT NUMBER 572 ResolutIon Number 3646 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH 10-13-86 DECLARING WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT #572, PIER RESTAURANT FIXTURIZATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH A CONTRACT ENTERED INTO BETWEEN NEO ENTERPRISES/JOHN MORROW CONSTRUCTION AND THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3646 was waived. Risner moved, second by Grgas, to adopt Resolution Number 3646 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson I Motion carried RESOLUTION NUMBER 3647 - MEMBERSHIP REQUEST - CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS - SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY Resolution Number 3647 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS' REQUEST FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3647 was waived. Risner moved, second by Clift, to adopt Resolution Number 3647 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried RESOLUTION NUMBER 3648 - SUPPORTING SCHOOL DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAMS Resolution Number 3648 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT OF DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAMS IN CALIFORNIA SCHOOLS." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3648 was waived. Risner moved, second I by Grgas, to adopt Resolution Number 3648 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS "Mil THROUGH "V" Councilman Hunt requested Item "T" removed from the Consent Calendar, and Councilmember Risner requested item "V" removed. Hunt moved, second by Grgas, to approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar, except Items "T" and "V", as presented. M. Approved the minutes of the September 22, 1986 regular meeting. N. Approved demands numbered 62408 through 62659 in the amount of $779,122.23, payroll demandS numbered 22588 through 22775 in the amount of $167,878.84, and payroll demands numbered 22776 through 22941 in the amount of $167,460.79 as approved by the Finance Committee and authorized warrants be drawn on the Treasury for same. O. Denied the application of the Automobile Club of California for leave to present a late claim for Thomas D. Kennelly, and referred same to the City's insurance adjuster. I P. Denied the claim for damages of Bill Woodson and referred same to the City's insurance adjuster. Q. Denied the claim for damages of Edward A. Simmons and referred same to the City's insurance adjuster. 10-13-86 R. Received the report from the Assistant City Manager regarding beach athletic activities and directed that this matter be scheduled for public hearing. I S. Supported the City Manager's Committee recommendations and request that the OCTC and the Board of Supervisors develop alternatives to the formation of a Freeway Authori ty. U. Bids were received by the City Clerk until 11:00 a.m., October 7, 1986 for Beach Sand Replenishment, project Number 575, at which time they were publicly opened as follows: Challenge Engineering, Inc. Gillespie Construction, Inc. Excel Paving Company C. J. Lumsdaine Company $29,648.00 32,850.00 34,980.00 35,400.00 Awarded the contract to Challenge Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $29,648.00 and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR I ITEM "T" - AWARD OF BID - VACUUM SWEEPER Bids were received by the City Clerk until 2:00 p.m., 6, 1986 for one new vacuum sweeper as follows: October Haaker Equipment Co. (diesel) Public works, Inc.(gas) Public Works, Inc. (diesel) $82,110.78 74,459.48 81,900.90 Councilman Hunt questioned the lease/purchase of this equipment and the interest costs that may result. Mayor Clift recalled that only $25,000 was available to acquire this equipment during 1986/87 budget considerations. The City Engineer noted that an eight percent interest rate has been quoted for the lease/purchase of this sweeper, and the City Manager advised that this method of obtaining the equipment allowed the City to maintain a specific amount in the cash reserve rather than expending the amount necessary for the outright purchase at this time, and acknowledged that the equipment could be refinanced or paid in full at the end of the fiscal year if deemed financially beneficial. Hunt moved, second by Risner, to award the purchase order to the low bidder, Public Works, Inc., in the amount of $81,900.90 and authorize the City Manager and Public Works Director to negotiate a lease/purchase agreement for the vacuum sweeper. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wil son Motion carried ITEM "V" - STREET SWEEPING AGREEMENT - SURFS IDE Councilmember Risner requested that the Riverbeach Homeowners be offered a similar street sweeping agreement. Risner moved, second by Hunt, to approve the renewal street sweeping agreement between the City and Surfside Colony. 10-13-86 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried APPOINTMENTS - BOARDS and COMMISSIONS Seal Beach Administration Building Authority Mayor Clift nominated Mr. Bruce Collier, Fir Avenue, to I the Seal Beach Administration Building Authority representing District Four for the full term of four years expiring July 1990. Risner moved, second by Hunt, to approve the appointment. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried Planning Commission Councilman Grgas requested that the District One appointment to the Planning commission be held over. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS The City Attorney advised that the staff would recommend that the City Council receive and file, without discussion at this time, the written communication from Mr. Brent Matthews regarding legal publications due to pending litigation that will be heard by the Orange County Superior Court in November. Mr. Stepanicich advised ,the Council that there has been no adverse judgement or decision by the court against the City regarding its legal publication procedures. He explained the court procedure to routinely issue an alternate writ of mandate, the purpose of which is to set a hearing date, allow the parties involved to I submit papers for review by the court, after which a judge will hear the matter and decide the merits of the case at that time. Mr. Stepanicich noted that the City is defending this case based upon its actions in the past, as required by law, relating to the manner in which it has pUblished its legal notices. Hunt moved, second by Risner, to receive and file the communication. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried CITY COUNCIL ITEMS Mayor Clift announced the birth of Steven Richard to parents Nancy and victor Grgas. Mr. Clift also extended congratulations to Mr. Stepanicich on his recent marriage. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no Oral Communications. CLOSED SESSION The City Attorney reported that the Council would meet in Closed Session to discuss negotiations relating to the municipal pier, specifically the sportfishing and restaurant leases, and to discuss the Zoeter School site negotiations. I Mayor Clift conveyed appreciation to the camera crews and Cable Communications Foundation for the three experimental cablecastings of the City Council meetings. The Council adjourned to Closed Session at 8:38 p.m. The Council reconvened at 10:02 p.m. with Mayor Clift calling the meeting to order. The City Attorney stated the Council had discussed the items previously reported and had given further direction to the City's negotiators. 10-13-86 / 10-27-86 ADJOURNMENT Grgas moved, second by Hunt, to adjourn the meeting at 10:03 p.m. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Wilson Motion carried I lerk and ex-of Beach City Council Approved: ~' . V MaYor.~ Attest: Seal Beach, California October 27, 1986 I The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Clift calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Clift Councilmembers Grgas, Hunt, Risner, Wilson Absent: None Also present: Mr. Nelson, City Manager Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mr. Knight, Director of Development Services Mr. Hemphill, Director of Public Works/ City Engineer Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk 1 WAIVER OF FULL READING Grgas moved, second by Wilson, to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and that consent to the waiver of reading shall be deemed to be given by all Councilmembers after reading of the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading of such ordinance or resolution. AYES: NOES: Clift, Grgas, Hunt, Risner, Wilson None PRESENTATION - PETER WALSH AWARD - AL LOPEZ The Director of Public Works introduced members of the board of the Maintenance Supervisors Association, Mr. Orville Nelson, President, Mr. Glenn Baltzer, City of Lodi, Mr. Merle Milney, City of Newport, and Mr. Randy Lewhan, City