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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1997 0702 CC REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1 Moorpark, California July 2, 1997 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark was held on July 2, 1997 in the Council Chambers of said City located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Hunter called the meeting to order at 7 :05 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Evans. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Evans, Perez, Rodgers Teasley, Wozniak and Mayor Hunter. Staff Present: Steven Kueny, City Manager; Richard Hare, Deputy City Manager; Ken Gilbert, Director of Public Works; Steven Hayes, Economic /Redevelopment Agency Manager; Captain Mike Lewis, Police Department; Cheryl Kane, City Attorney; Mary Lindley, Director of Community Services; Dirk Lovett, Assistant City Engineer; Nelson Miller, Director of Community Development; Lillian Hare, City Clerk; Dorothy Vandaveer, Deputy City Clerk 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS: None. 5. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to reorder the agenda to hear item 9.B. immediately following the public hearings and to continue item 9.D. at the appropriate time this evening. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT: John Newton, addressed the Council as a representative of the Boys and Girls Club. He indicated that no one at the Boys and Girls Club has been contacted regarding the effects of the proposed Casey Road street improvements to serve the school property. He requested that the Boys and Girls Club Board be included in any discussions regarding this item. Tony Simen, 726 Nogales Avenue, addressed the Council in opposition to the rezoning of Crawford Canyon, the Tanner and Shenkel property. i��t�322 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 2 July 2, 1997 Andrew Burg, 800 Hedyland Ct., addressed the Council indicating that the cement trucks which are equipped with beepers that sound when they are backing up cause a disturbance. He requested that the Council enforce the noise ordinance. In response to Council question, Mr. Miller indicated that Ca1Mat is modifying their operation so that trucks will not have to back up which should eliminate the noise. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Mayor Hunter announced the annual Concert in the Sky Fireworks show at Arroyo Vista to begin at 7 :00 p.m. on July 3. He announced two additional concerts in the park to be scheduled on July 27 and August 17. He also requested recommendations from Moorpark residents for a Citizen Recognition Day to be held in September. He said this is the first annual recognition of this kind to be observed in the City and that residents could contact the City Clerk's office for a nomination form and more information. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Consider Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 97 -02 to Establish Permit Processes from Businesses Selling Alcoholic Beverages. Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing, accept public testimony, and close the public hearing; 2) Determine that the modifications to the City's Zoning Ordinance are categorically exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3); 3) Adopt the ordinance amending the Zoning Code (Zoning Ordinance 97 -02) establishing permit processes for businesses selling alcoholic beverages in the City. NEW STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1) Determine that the modifications to the City's Zoning Ordinance are categorically exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3); 2) Adopt Ordinance No. Amending the Zoning Code as Amendment No. 97 -02 to establish permit processes and conditions for businesses selling alcoholic beverages; 3) Adopt Resolution 97 -1346 rescinding Resolution No. 95 -1170 and also rescinding previous City Council Policy No. 35 relating to Food Service and Liquor Sales Guidelines, adopted April 19, . -1989, and amending Resolution No. 95 -1135 to provide an exception for Planning Commission review and recommendations of Conditional Use Permits for sale of alcoholic beverages. (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 18, 1997) (PUBLIC HEARING IS CLOSED) Mr. Miller gave the staff report. Ms. Kane read the ordinance title. 000323 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 3 July 2, 1997 MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to read the ordinance title only and waive further reading. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to declare Ordinance 234 introduced for first reading. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Wozniak seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 97 -1346. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. B. Consider Formation of the Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Purpose of Constructing Various Public Improvements with an Estimated Cost of $11 Million to be Funded by a "Mello Roos" Bond Issuance Associated with Development of the "Carlsberg Project" Commercial and Industrial Area as Part of Specific Plan No. 1. Staff Recommendation: Continue this item to July 16, 1997. Mr. Hare requested continuance to July 16. MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to continue this item to July 16, 1997. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 9. B. Consider Calling an Election on November 4, 1997 to Replace Revenues Which Will be Lost with the Implementation of Proposition 218. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 97 -1342 calling and giving notice of a special election, and Resolutions 97- , 97- , and 97- Approving associated actions necessary to the conduct of the election. (CONTINUED FROM 6/18/97) Mr. Hare gave the staff report. In response to Council question, Ms. Kane said that the City must submit to the County by July 9 the resolution and the ballot measure language as it will appear on the ballot. She said that after July 9 revisions to the rates would not be accepted. She further indicated that only a special parcel tax could be adopted. She said a general parcel tax is prohibited by Proposition 218. She said the special tax would be levied for ten years which is part of --the ballot measure language which also could not be changed after July 9. In response to Councilmember Perez, Mr. Hare said that less "- than the maximum assessment could be levied each year. He said it would be up to the Council to determine the assessment each year and whether it should be subsidized by general fund monies. The Mayor requested additional calculations relative to the oijoazll Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 4 July 2, 1997 proposed options. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to table this item until later in the evening. 9. PRESENTATIONS /ACTION /DISCUSSION: A. Consider Allowing Initiation of General Plan Amendment to Amend the Land Use Element of the General Plan on 4.78 Acres, Located at 13991 Los Angeles Avenue (APN 513- 01 -22) from RH (Rural High 1 DU /5 Acre Minimum) to I -2 (Medium Industrial) and Zone Change from RE -1 Acre (Rural Exclusive 1 Acre Minimum) to M -2 (Limited Industiral ) (Shenkel and Tanner). (CONTINUED FROM 6/18/97) John Newton, addressed the Council representing the applicant. He requested that the Council allow them to go forward with an initiation of a General Plan Amendment. Tina May, 13853 E. Los Angeles Avenue, addressed the Council in opposition to an application of any kind being accepted by the Council. Ismael Chaidez, 13191 Los Angeles Avenue, addressed the Council in opposition to the rezoning of this property. He expressed concerns regarding additional traffic and noise. Victoria Chaidez, 13191 Los Angeles Avenue, indicated she was in opposition to the rezoning and initiation of a General Plan Amendment. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to take no action on this item. C. Consider Approval of the Preferred Alternative Design Concept for the Construction of Certain Drainage Improvements Required for the Gabbert Canyon and Walnut Canyon Watersheds, and Authorization for the City Manager to Proceed, if Necessary, with Efforts to Develop Financing Program for Said Project. Staff Recommendation: 1) Approval of the selection of design Alternate B for the construction of certain drainage facility improvements for the Gabbert Canyon and Walnut Canyon Watersheds; 2) Authorization for the City Manager to approve certain City efforts to work -with the VCFCD on the development of the financing mechanism for the proposed project, provided that all "out - of- pocket" City costs are funded by the VCFCD. (CONTINUED FROM 6/18/97) Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report. Valerie Draeger, 270 Conejo Ridge, Thousand Oaks, addressed the Council in support of the construction of the drainage improvements. O00325 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 5 July 2, 1997 William Hair, 1000 Town Center, Oxnard, addressed the Council representing J.C. McGrath. He said that McGrath Farms in concerned with the continuous "chipping away" of agricultural land for public improvements. Alan Sette, 9061 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, addressed the Council representing Jemco Properties. He spoke in favor of alternative B as presented in the staff report. Dennis Hardgrave, 651 Villa Alondra, Camarillo, addressed the Council representing Specific Plan No. 1 (Hitch Ranch). He said they are in support of alternative B. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to approve the selection of design alternative B for the construction of certain drainage facility improvements for the Gabbert Canyon and Walnut Canyon Watersheds and to authorize the City Manager to approve certain city efforts to work with the VCFCD on the development of the financing mechanism for the proposed project, provided that all "out -of- pocket" city costs are funded by the VCFCD. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. D. Consider Appointments to the Moorpark Teen Council. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to continue this item to July 16, 1997. J. Consider Approval of the Use of Cast -In -Place Pipe for Certain Storm Drains to be Constructed in Tract 4973. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the request to use CIPP for designated portions of the storm drain construction, provided that the plans and specification for such work are approved by the City Engineer and an Amendment to the Settlement Agreement between Carlsberg and the City is mutually approved. Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report. Ron Tankersley, 2 North Lake Street, Pasadena, addressed the Council and requested their support for this item. In response to Council question, Randy Totter of Ramseyer and Associates, explained the efficiency of cast -in- place. Mr. Gilbert clarified that the staff recommendation was for the use of cast -in -place for the segments identified on exhibit 1 of the staff report. 000326 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 6 July 2, 1997 CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to table this item until later in the evening to determine an appropriate payment of additional fees because of the increased level of plan checking inspection and materials testing required by the cast -in -place construction. E. Consider Funding for Tennis Courts. Staff Recommendation: That the City Council approve a loan from the General Fund in the amount of $176,000 to the Community Park Zone to construct four lighted tennis courts and direct staff to solicit bids to perform said work consistent with the steps identified in the staff report. Ms. Lindley gave the staff report. In response to Council question, Ms. Lindley explained that the cost per lighted court is approximately $50,000. Councilmember Perez indicated that he and Councilmember Wozniak should work on this item as a Council Committee. In response to Council question, Ms. Lindley indicated that to light a court cost approximately $15,000. Robert Pereiz, 4074 Brandici Place, addressed the Council in support of funding additional city tennis courts. Becky Rye, Los Angeles, representing the United States Tennis Association, addressed the Council in support of the game of tennis and the funding of additional tennis courts in Moorpark. Jane Forrester, 1793 Love Circle, Simi Valley, addressed the Council in support of funding additional courts in Moorpark. David Koszela, 13106 Knotty Pine Street, addressed the Council as representative of AYSO. He requested that the Council not locate any additional tennis courts where there are soccer fields now. Cheryl Ackerman, 4172 Willow Creek Lane, addressed the Council in support of additional tennis courts being funded in Moorpark. Scott Reinhardt, 4572 Vista Del Valle, addressed the Council as President of the Moorpark Youth Football Chapter. He expressed concern about the amount of the courts that would be funded by the city. Eloise Brown, 13193 Annette Street, spoke regarding the cost to maintain the courts once they are built. 000327 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 7 July 2, 1997 Councilmember Wozniak suggested referring this matter to committee to explore locations for siting the courts. He indicated he would not readily disrupt the master plan at Arroyo Vista Community Park. He indicated that a tremendous amount of time and effort had gone into the plan and he was not in support of "a piece meal approach" to siting recreation facilities in the park. He also expressed his desire to continue discussions with the school district regarding funding of the tennis courts. Mr. Kueny said that a funding source needs to be determined and so it would be appropriate for a resolution to be provided to the Council at the next meeting. He recommended that the Council Committee identify proposed sites but suggested the final decision on the sites should stay at the Council level. Councilmember Evans expressed concern regarding lights at the parks. He said his concerns are shared by the neighbors surrounding the park and that that issue should be considered. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Teasley seconded a motion to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving a loan from the General Fund in the amount of $176,000 to the Community Park Zone to construct tennis courts; to confirm MUSD's participation in the project including funding; the City Council to select a location for the tennis complex after considering the recommendation from a committee consisting of Councilmembers Perez and Wozniak; and to direct staff to solicit bids to perform said work consistent with the steps identified in the report dated June 23, 1997. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING the Council returned to consideration of item 9.J. J. Consider Approval of the Use of Cast -In -Place Pipe for Certain Storm Drains to be Constructed in Tract 4973. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the request to use CIPP for designated portions of the storm drain construction, provided that the plans and specification for such work are approved by the City Engineer and an Amendment to the Settlement Agreement between Carlsberg and the City is -- mutually approved which full addressed this proposed action and related payment to the City. Mr. Tankersley said he could commit the applicant to paying a flat fee of $140,000. 000328 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 8 July 2, 1997 MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to approve the request to use cast -in -place pipe for the segments of the storm drain construction identified in exhibit 1 of the staff report dated June 20, 1997, provided that the plans and specifications for such work are approved by the City Engineer and an amendment to the Settlement Agreement between Carlsberg and the City is mutually approved which fully addresses this proposed action and related payment of $140,000 to the City. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. AT THIS POINT the Council returned to a discussion of item 9.B. B. Consider Calling an Election on November 4, 1997 to Replace Revenues Which Will be Lost with the Implementation of Proposition 218. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 97 -1342 calling and giving notice of a special election, and Resolutions 97- , 97- , and 97- Approving associated actions necessary to the conduct of the election. (CONTINUED FROM 6/18/97) Mr. Hare indicated that staff had recalculated the rates as directed. He said the new calculation eliminates the Arroyo Vista Recreation Center maintenance but includes $70,000 for the community center and other park facilities and uses a figure of 1% compounded growth for parks maintenance and buildings, resulting in a maximum annual assessment of $746,986 which would be a single family residence rate of $68.50. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to table this item until later in the evening. F. Consider Administrative Permit No. 97 -11 (Sofsky) to Allow On -Site Alcoholic Beverage Sales in Conjunction With a Restaurant (Secret Garden) at 255 East Hi Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. Administrative Permit No. 97 -11. Councilmember Teasley left the dais. Mr. Miller gave the staff report. i Street. Staff -1338 approving MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to approve Resolution 97 -1338. The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Teasley absent for the vote. G. Consider Senior Center Expansion. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff to solicit bid proposals for the design of the Senior Center expansion and return to the City Council for award of the contract. Councilmember Teasley returned to the dais. 000329 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 9 July 2, 1997 CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to table this item until later in the evening when the Director is available to give the report. H. Consider Approval of Minor Modification No. 1 to Tentative Tract Map Nos. 4975, 4976, 4977, and 4980, Regarding Specific Plan 92 -1 (Carlsberg Specific Plan) on the Application of Lennar Homes for: a Minor Shifting of, and Minor Elevation Changes of Lots Ranging from Two to Five Feet, and for a Redesign of the Neighborhood Entries to Include Gated Entries. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 97 -1339 approving Modification No. 1 to Tentative Tract Map Nos. 4975, 4976, 4977, and 4980. Mr. Miller gave the staff report. Lloyd Laycook, 1850 Gammon Ct., Thousand Oaks, addressed the Council representing Lennar Homes. He indicated he was present to answer any questions as was the Lennar Project Manager, Darren Hansen. MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to approve Resolution 97 -1339. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. I. Consider Adopting Resolution No. 97 -1340, Amendment to the FY 1997/98 Budget to Resurface the Basketball Courts at Campus Canyon and Glenwood Parks. Staff Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution 97 -1340, amending FY 1997/98 budget and appropriating $2,625 to resurface the Campus Canyon park basketball court and $2,800 to resurface the Glenwood Park basketball courts. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) Ms. Lindley gave the staff report. MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 97 -1340 amending the FY 1997/98 budget and appropriating $2,625 to resurface the Campus Canyon Park basketball court and $2,800 to resurface the Glenwood Park basketball court. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. G. Consider Senior Center Expansion. Direct staff to solicit bid proposals Senior Center expansion and return to award of the contract. Ms. Lindley gave the staff report. Staff Recommendation: for the design of the the City Council for 000330 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 10 MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved seconded a motion to direct staff to the design of the Senior Center Expan: Council for award of the contract. unanimous voice vote. July 2, 1997 and Councilmember Perez solicit bid proposals for ;ion and return to the City The motion carried by K. Consider Approval of Conceptual Design for Casey Road. Staff Recommendation: Approve the proposed street design for Casey Road street improvements to serve the school property, as set forth in the staff report. Councilmember Wozniak left the dais. Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report. Mr. Gilbert amended the staff recommendation to read, "Staff recommends that the City Council approve the proposed street design for Casey Road street improvements to serve the school property as set forth in section C of the staff report." Bruce Thomas, 12494 Beechgrove Court, addressed the Council as the President of the Boys and Girls Club. He expressed concerns that the club will be losing approximately eighteen parking spaces. He also indicated that the club disagreed that there is an easement across their property. Dennis Hardgrave, 651 Villa Alondra, Camarillo, addressed the Council in support of the conceptual design. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Teasley seconded a motion to approve the staff report as amended by Mr. Gilbert to approve the proposed street design for Casey Road street improvements to serve the school property, as set forth in section C of the staff report. The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Wozniak absent for the vote. L. Consider Report Pertaining to Proposed Extension of the Median Island for the East Leg of the Intersection of Moorpark Road and Tierra Rejada Road. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file the report. Councilmember Wozniak rejoined the meeting. —fir. Gilbert gave the staff report. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak seconded a motion to receive and file the report. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 000331 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 11 July 2, 1997 Mr. Kueny left the meeting. M. Consider Reconsideration of Approval of Minor Mod No. 5 to Major Mod. No. 1 of CPD 90 -2 on the Application of Nadel Architects Approving the Artwork and Reimbursement of Art in Public Places Fee to American Stores Properties in the Amount of $11,323.80 Upon Completion of the Artwork on Property Located Southwest of the Corner of Tierra Rejada Road and Mountain:Trail Street. MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to consider reconsideration. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Reconsideration of Vote on Approval of Minor Mod. No. 5 to Major Mod. No. 1 of CPD 90 -2 on the Application of Nadel Architects Approving the Artwork and Reimbursement of Art in Public Places Fee to American Stores Properties in the Amount of $11,323.80 Upon Completion of the Artwork on Property Located Southwest of the Corner of Tierra Rejada Road and Mountain Trail Street. Mayor Hunter stated that he saw the boulders as an accent not a focal point. Councilmember Evans indicated his agreement. Mayor Hunter indicated he would like greater oversight in working with the applicant to move forward through the process. MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to reconsider the vote. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Mr. Kueny rejoined the meeting. N. Consider Setting Date to Consider Fiscal Year 1997/98 Goals and Objectives: Staff Recommendation: Set date. Mr. Kueny suggested July 9 or some other off Wednesday in September as possible dates for a special meeting to consider goals and objectives. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to set the meeting for July 9 at 7 :00 p.m. in the conference room. AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING the Council returned to consideration of item 9.B. oo0332 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 12 July 2, 1997 B. Consider Calling an Election on November 4, 1997 to Replace Revenues Which be Lost with the Implementation of Proposition 218. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 97 -1342 calling and giving notice of a special election, and Resolutions 97- , 97- , and 97- Approving associated actions necessary to the conduct of the election. (CONTINUED FROM 6/18/97) CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to amend the ballot language to read as follows: Shall an ordinance imposing a "Parks Maintenance Special Tax" be adopted which: establishes a Parks Maintenance Special Tax with a ten year limit to be used exclusively for parks maintenance purposes at the following maximum rates on parcels of property with the following land use qualifications and establishes a special fund into which all proceeds of the parks maintenance special tax shall be deposited? The maximum rates for the land use categories to be: $68.50 per single family residence; $51.38 for mobile home and trailer parks; $99.76 for business; $199.51 for agriculture and business; $299.27 for retail stores; $399.04 for warehousing; $598.55 retail stores and office stores; $997.57 for shopping centers (neighborhood); $1,197.10 for light manufacturing; $2,992.73 for shopping centers (regional). Mr. Hare said a public hearing would be held on 7/16 and the balance of the resolutions would be adopted. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 97 -1342. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR: MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to pull items 10.F., 10.G., and 10.J. and adopt the balance of the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. A. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of the City Council of May 21, 1997. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of May 28, 1997. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of June 4, 1997. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 4, 1997. 00()333 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 13 July 2, 1997 Consider Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of the City Council of June 7, 1997. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Special Town Hall Meeting of the City Council of June 7, 1997. Consider Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of the City Council of June 11, 1997. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. B. Consider Approval of Warrant Register. Fiscal Year 1997/98: Regular Warrants 34053 - 34058 - V, 34059 - 34061 - D $ 7,247.76 Fiscal Year 1996/97: Manual Warrants 33836, 33948 -33953 Voided Warrant 33766 Regular Warrants 33954 - 34025 - V, 34026 - 34052 - D $ 306,381.40 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register. C. Consider Resolution No. 97 -1341 a) Amending Resolution No. 94 -1021 Pertaining to Restricted Parking on Poindexter Avenue and b) Establishing Certain Additional Parking Restrictions on Gabbert Road. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 97 -1341 amending Resolution No. 94 -1021 pertaining to parking restrictions on Poindexter Avenue and establishing certain new parking restrictions on Gabbert Road. D. Consider Bids for the Retrofitting of Storm Drain Inlets at Certain Locations Throughout the City and the Adoption of Resolution 97 -1343 Amending the Budget for FY 1997/98 to Fund Said Project. Staff Recommendation: 1) Award a contract to CNM Paving, Inc. In the amount of $33,333.00 for the construction of the subject projects: 2) Approve a — construction contingency in the amount of $4,000 for the project and authorize the City Manager to approve additional work, if required, for an amount not to exceed ten percent of the contract; 3) Authorize the City Manager to sign necessary contract documents; and, 4) Adopt Resolution No. 97 -1343 approving an amendment to the FY 1997/98 budget to fund this project: from $0 to $41,000 000334 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 14 July 2, 1997 ($41,000 increase), from the Gas Tax Fund (Acc. No. 240.801.8055.000.9903) E. Consider Resolution No. 97 -1344 Amending the Job Classification Plan and Salary Plan by Incorporating Four Positions Approved with the Fiscal Year 1997/1998 Budget and the Position of Principal Planner. Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 97 -1344 and direct the City Manager to finalize the approved job descriptions. H. Confirm Provision of Performance Based Administrative Leave for the City Manager, Deputy City Manager and Department Heads. Staff Recommendation: 1) Approve one week of potential administrative leave for the City Manager for 1997/98 and 1998/99, based on performance for 1997/98 and 1998/99; 2) Approve City Manager's authority to approve one week of administrative leave for 1997/98 and 1998/99 for the Deputy City Manager and Department Heads. I. Consider Resolution No. 97 -1345 Regarding Directing Planning Commission to Provide a Recommendation Regarding Ordinance Amendment Relating to Signs Within the Citv's Public Right -of -Way. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 97 -1345 authorizing the initiation of proceedings to consider amendments to revise the Zoning Ordinance for the purpose of considering revisions to Chapter 17.40 of the Municipal Code (Sign Requirements), especially regarding signs within the public right -of -way. The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for individual consideration: F. Consider AB 1296 (Morrow) Skateboarding and AB 915 (Baugh) Rollerblading - Hazardous Recreational Activities. Staff Recommendation: That the City Council support AB 1296 and AB 915 and direct the Mayor to write a letter to the appropriate Legislative Committee expressing the City's position. Mayor Hunter stated that both bills addressed in the staff report have passed out of assembly into committee. MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to support AB 1296 and AB 915 and direct the Mayor to write a letter to the appropriate legislative committee exprnsing the city's position. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 000335 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 15 July 2, 1997 G. Consider the Use of $14,991 Anticipated to be Received from the Federal Bureau of Justice Assistance, (B.J.A.), Local Law Enforcement Block Grant ( LLEBG) Program. Staff Recommendation: That the City Council consider the use of LLEBG funds as submitted by the Advisory Committee, decide on how to use the funds, and authorize staff to submit the application by July 11, and initiate the program October 1, 1997. Captain Lewis gave the staff report. He indicated that the first priority would be to fund a mobile based radio station at the Police Resource Center with the balance of the money funding overtime in support of the concept of putting more officers on the street. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak seconded a motion to direct staff to submit the application by July 11 and initiate the program October 1, 1997 consistent with the staff report presented by Captain Lewis. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. J. Consider Approval of VISTA -East Cooperative Agreement. Staff Recommendation: 1) Approve the Cooperative Agreement among the cities of Moorpark, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks and VCTC for the Ventura Intercity Service Transit Authority -East for FY 1997/98 pending final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City; and 2) Decline the implementation of Saturday VISTA - East service. Councilmember Evans said he would like it understood that Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks officials would continue to work with VISTA and secondly he indicated he would be monitoring the city's use of the VISTA bus. He said a consistent formula to continue with ridership is needed. MOTION: Councilmember Evans seconded a motion to approve the the Cooperative Agreement amon Valley, Thousand Oaks and VCT C Transit Authority VISTA -East f o final language approval by the and authorize the Mayor to sign city and decline implementation The motion carried by unanimous 11. ORDINANCES: None. 12. CLOSED SESSION: None was held. moved and Councilmember Perez staff recommendation to approve g the cities of Moorpark, Simi for Ventura Intercity Service r fiscal year 1997/98, pending City Manager and City Attorney the agreement on behalf of the of Saturday VISTA -East service. voice vote. 000336 Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 16 July 2, 1997 13. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The time was 11:55 p.m. ATTEST: 000337