HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1998 0715 CC REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Moorpark, California July 15, 1998
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark was
held on July 15, 1998 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 7:21 p.m.
2. INVOCATION:
Pastor Janet Kingsley, Joyful Life Center of Truth
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Eagle Scout Christopher London led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Evans, Perez, Teasley, Wozniak
and Mayor Hunter.
Staff Present: Steven Kueny, City Manager; John Nowak,
Assistant City Manager; Cheryl Kane, City
Attorney; Nelson Miller, Director of Community
Development; Dirk Lovett, City Engineer; Don
Reynolds, Administrative Services Manager;
Wayne Loftus, Planning Manager; Captain Mike
Lewis, Sheriff's Department; Deborah
Traffenstedt, City Clerk and Lisa Pope, Deputy
City Clerk.
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS:
A. Proclamation recognizing Captain Kissinger on his
retirement from the California Highway Patrol
Mayor Hunter presented Captain Kissinger with a
certificate recognizing his retirement.
Councilmember Evans presented Captain Kissinger with a
certificate on behalf of Senator Cathie Wright.
B. Recognition of Eagle Scout Christopher London
Mayor Hunter presented Christopher London with a
certificate on behalf of his achievement as Eagle Scout.
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C. Recognition of Future Business Leaders of America
Mayor Hunter presented a certificate to the Moorpark
Future Business Leader's recognizing their
accomplishments.
D. Recognition of Winners of Assemblyman Takasugi's essay
contest
Mayor Hunter presented a Certificate of Recognition to
Erin Scott, the second runner -up in the essay contest.
E. Recognition of Outgoing Teen Councilmembers Emily
Jacalone and Ginny Hankins
Mayor Hunter presented a Certificate of Recognition to
Ginny Hankins for her service on the Teen Council.
F. Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
Mayor Hunter presented the proclamation to John Brand
from the Moorpark Community Services Department.
G. City Manager's Monthly Report
Captain Lewis discussed the Dare program and announced
Moorpark's First Neighborhood Night Out would be on
August 22. He congratulated Captain Dave Kissinger on
his retirement.
Captain Kissinger introduced his replacement, Captain
Rich Owen.
Senior Deputy Kory Martinelli discussed the Sheriff's
Department Trading Card Program which is funded by
private citizens and businesses.
Dianne Star presented the Council with a poster for the
Ventura County Fair.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Kurt Fasmer, 10811 Citrus Drive, thanked Senior Deputy
Martinelli for his participation in the swift water
rescue program. He discussed the recent incident which
caused the State Route 118, west of the City, to be
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closed. He discussed the success of the buffer zone as
an alternate route during the incident.
Nancy Harris, 15310 Braun Court, urged Council to
represent the people's wishes regarding open space. She
stated the Council should not make any decisions
regarding open space prior to the election.
Gari Bruce, 15160 -C Varsity Street, addressed the Council
regarding open space and development.
Scott Green, 33 E. High Street, reported on High Street's
First Annual Fourth of July event. He stated $600 would
be donated to the Boys and Girls Club of Moorpark. He
thanked the sponsors of the event.
Donna Lacour, 6890 N. Auburn Court, asked that the
Council listen to all speakers at each Council meeting
-- and keep an open mind.
Anne Hotchkiss, 14839 Marquette Circle, stated growth and
open space preservation can be achieved. She urged
Council to move slowly and to attain all necessary
information prior to making decisions on projects. She
recommended allowing the voters to decide future
annexations.
Carolyn Mallory, 6048 Fairview, Agoura, addressed the
Council representing the Moorpark College Astronomy
Department. She announced that on July 17th there would
be a public star party at 8:30 p.m. and encouraged
everyone to attend.
Gerald Goldstein, 11932 Los Angeles Avenue, discussed his
concerns regarding potential park closures and City bus
breakdowns.
Roseann Mikos, 14371 E. Cambridge Street, updated the
Council on the signatures that had been gathered for the
new Moorpark Save Open Space and Agricultural Resources
(SOAR) petition. She stated that the Council could end
"— litigation and avoid a special election by placing the
matter on the ballot legislatively. She further stated
that the voters should have the opportunity to vote on
the matter.
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Lori Rutter, 11611 Pinedale Road, requested that the
Council reconsider putting the Moorpark SOAR measure on
the ballot.
Richard Francis, 711 South `A', Oxnard, addressed the
Council as an author of the SOAR initiative. He stated
the Council could resolve the problem with the petition
by legislatively placing the matter on the ballot. He
discussed the cost to the City for a special election.
John Buse, 844 E. Main Street, Ventura, addressed the
Council as a representative of the Environmental Defense
Center. He discussed the rules of procedure related to
disqualification of a Councilmember.
Councilmember Evans stated that Moorpark is the only City
going into court to defend the SOAR measure. He asked
for clarification from the City Attorney.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Ms. Kane stated that
the City was scheduled to go to court in order to defend
the SOAR initiative. She explained the proposed
stipulation to resolve the litigation and stated that no
other cities had currently entered into the agreement and
were still involved in the lawsuit.
Councilmember Evans stated the SOAR measure would cost
the City thousands of dollars in litigation expenses and
would negate a prior General Plan approval.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared to convene
the Redevelopment Agency. The time was 8:26 p.m. The Council
reconvened at 8:27 p.m.
7. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to take
Item 10.A. off the agenda.
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8. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
July 15, 1998
Mayor Hunter announced that Spring Road between Tierra
Rejada and Peach Hill Road would be closed beginning July
29th through late September and that Science Drive would
be open to provide an alternate access.
Mr. Kueny clarified that the south -bound lane would be
open on Spring Road between Peach Hill Road and Tierra
Rejada Road.
Mayor Hunter announced the special student bus pass.
Councilmember Perez requested an item be placed on a
future agenda regarding Local Agency Formation Commission
(LAFCO) discussion of the Sphere of Influence study.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Consider Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan (Specific Plan
No.8 /SP- 93 -1), General Plan Amendment No. 93 -1, Zone
Change 93 -3 ( Prezoning), and Resolution Directing Filing
of an Application Requesting Extension of the City's
Sphere of Influence and Annexation of Properties Included
Within the Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan. Applicant:
Hidden Creek Ranch Partners (PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED - -
CONTINUED FROM JULY 1, 1998). Staff Recommendation: 1)
Consider draft resolution for denial of the proposed
Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan, or draft resolution for
adoption of the Findings of Fact and Statement of
Overriding Considerations, adoption of a Mitigation
Monitoring Program, approval of proposed Hidden Creek
Ranch Specific Plan, and adoption of General Plan
Amendment 93 -1; 2) If the Specific Plan is approved,
consider draft Ordinance No. 244 for the prezoning of the
properties covered by the Hidden Creek Ranch Specific
Plan; and 3)If the Specific Plan is approved, consider
resolutions for initiation of an amendment to the Sphere
of Influence and annexation of the properties covered by
the Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan.
Councilmember Teasley discussed her reasons for not
participating in the decision making for the Hidden Creek
Ranch Specific Plan Project, due to an alleged conflict
of interest that was based on her employment with a local
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real estate company. She stated that she was leaving the
meeting under protest.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Teasley left the
dais. The time was 8:35 p.m.
Councilmember Wozniak stated that his job as a
Councilmember was to make decisions for the betterment of
the City. He discussed a memorandum received from
Messenger Investment Company following the Council
meeting on July 1, which memorandum included a proposal
to reduce the total yards of grading by 20 percent, to
grade the golf course at a separate time from grading for
home sites, to construct a connector roadway to a future
Alamos Canyon freeway offramp subject to specified
conditions and environmental clearance, and to provide a
conservation easement for approximately 260 acres east of
the Specific Plan area boundary that would act as a
buffer zone.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Kueny clarified
that the applicant had also agreed that no building
permits in excess of 2,000 dwelling units could be
applied for, if the level of service at the Collins
Road /Campus Park Drive intersection was below level of
service "C."
Councilmember Wozniak stated that based on the
applicant's revised proposal, he believed that the
project can now work. He further stated that this was
the most difficult decision he has ever made as a
Councilmember.
Councilmember Evans stated that the focus of each of the
Councilmembers on different issues had resulted in a
better overall project. He further stated that his
focused interest had been on circulation, including how
the project could guarantee the State Route 118 bypass.
Councilmember Perez stated that he had no conflict of
interest related to his wife's occupation.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated that the
Council had received a copy of the revised Specific Plan
and that all required changes had been made, consistent
with the Planning Commission and Council direction.
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AT THIS POINT in the meeting, the Council took a recess. The
time was 9:03 p.m. The Council reconvened at 9:33 p.m.;
Councilmember Teasley was absent.
Mr. Miller stated that the applicant had requested an
action be taken to allow filing of a Sphere of Influence
and annexation application with LAFCO.
Councilmember Evans suggested adopting the General Plan
amendment, Specific Plan, and zoning subject to approval
of the development agreement.
Ms. Kane recommended adding a Section 9 to the resolution
approving the General Plan amendment and Specific Plan to
read as follows: "This resolution shall not become
effective until the date that both the ordinance adopting
zoning and the ordinance adopting the development
agreement become effective."
Mr. Kueny suggested that the Council should determine
whether there was consensus on several issues as
identified in the staff report.
Mr. Miller explained the issues which remained for
discussion including transferrable development rights and
Moorpark College's request regarding the observatory
site.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated that staff
had identified an alternative location for the
observatory site, which was still in a planned open space
area, but near the road that serviced oil wells.
Councilmember Perez stated that the Council had consensus
on transfer of development rights at its June 17, 1998,
meeting. He also stated that he did not believe that an
observatory was a compatible use in a planned natural
open space area.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined that any
observatory site within Specific Plan No. 8 would be
determined by the City Council at a later date.
Mr. Kueny asked if there was Council consensus to leave
the High School site as currently shown on the land use
plan.
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CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined that the high
school site should be shown on the land use plan as Planning
Unit 39C.
Mr. Kueny asked if there was Council consensus to not
show an extension on Campus Park Drive west, but that
such an extension would be discussed as part of the
development agreement.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined that the
Specific Plan would not show an extension of Campus Park Drive
to the west, but that such an extension would be discussed as
part of the development agreement.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1487 for adoption
of Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding
Considerations, adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring Program,
adoption of General Plan Amendment 93 -1 and approval of
proposed Hidden Creek Specific Plan (SP- 93- 1 /SP -8), as amended
to add Section 9 as follows: "This resolution shall not become
effective until the date that both the ordinance adopting
zoning and the ordinance adopting the Development Agreement
become effective." The motion carried 3 -1, with Mayor Hunter
dissenting and Councilmember Teasley absent.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1488 for
initiation of an amendment to the Sphere of Influence and
annexation of the properties covered by the Hidden Creek Ranch
Specific Plan. The motion carried 3 -1, with Mayor Hunter
dissenting and Councilmember Teasley absent.
Ms. Kane read the ordinance title for Ordinance No. 244.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to waive further reading. The motion
carried 3 -1, with Mayor Hunter dissenting and Councilmember
Teasley absent.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to declare Ordinance No. 244 introduced for
first reading. The motion carried 3 -1, with Mayor Hunter
dissenting and Councilmember Teasley absent.
B. Consider Proposed Development Agreement Between the City of
Moorpark and Hidden Creek Ranch, L.P., Owners of Land Within
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Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan No. 8 (Development Agreement
No. 96 -2) (CONTINUED FROM JULY 1, 1998). Staff
Recommendation: 1) Accept public testimony; 2) Close the
public hearing; and 3) If Specific Plan No. 8 is approved,
consider introduction for first reading of Ordinance No. ,
adopting proposed Development Agreement, with any
modifications deemed appropriate.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report
Mr. Kueny stated it was staff's intent to meet with the
developer to discuss the language revisions required to
address the following: State Route 118 bypass, obligation
to construct Campus Park westerly extension if the
General Plan Circulation is later amended to allow such
an extension, and limiting construction of dwelling units
to no more than 2,000 if the level of service (LOS) at
the Collins /Campus Park intersection is reduced to less
than LOS "C."
Tim Saivar, 15594 Mallory Court, discussed his concerns
with the roadway connection north of Moorpark College. He
suggested limiting the grading when there were high
winds.
Mayor Hunter stated that the wind threshold for ceasing
grading had already been reduced from 20 miles per hour
(mph) to 15 mph.
Councilmember Evans suggested that the Council discuss
controls for maintaining moist soils during grading.
Lori Rutter, 11611 Pinedale Road, discussed her concerns
regarding affordable housing and imported water.
Roseann Mikos, 14371 E. Cambridge Street, requested a
summary of the action taken on the Specific Plan. She
stated it would be helpful for the public to understand
the timing and procedure.
Councilmember Perez stated that the development agreement
would ensure that a minimum of 13 percent of the total
units would be developed as affordable.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Kueny stated
that the final development agreement would be prepared by
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staff prior to whatever date the Council selected for
continuance of the hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez
seconded a motion to schedule the Council's regular meeting
for August 5, 1998 and to continue the public hearing for the
development agreement to August 5. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Teasley absent.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Teasley returned to the
dais. The time was 10 :07 p.m.
C.
Consider Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Moorpark, California Approving Industrial Planned
Development Permit No. 98 -1 on Lot 2 of Tract 3492 (APN
513 -0- 060 -285) Industrial Planned Development Permit No.
IPD 98 -2 on Lot 3 of Tract 3492 (APN 513 -0- 060 -035) on
the Application of the Jerrold S. Felsenthal Trust and
Industrial Planned Development Permit No. IPD -98 -3 on Lot
1 of Tract 3492 (APN 513 -0- 060 -275) on the Application of
J &L Investments on the Northeast Corner of Condor Drive.
Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing, accept
public testimony and close the public hearing; 2)
Consider the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for
the requested entitlements prior to making a
recommendation to the City Council for approval or denial
of the projects; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1489
approving the Industrial Planned Development Permits.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
Jerrold Felsenthal, 9201 Wilshire Blvd. #301, Beverly
Hills, stated that the projects comply with all City
codes, there were no requests for variances, the
landscaping was in excess of the code requirements, and
there have been no complaints by neighbors. He discussed
the amendments to the conditions and stated they had
complied with the Planning Commission's requests to add
additional exterior articulation for the buildings.
Ray Musser, 7112 Los Coyotes Place, Camarillo, stated
that he was available to answer any architectural
questions.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated that the
Planning Commission had indicated that the condition of
approval regarding roof - mounted equipment was adequate.
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In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated that the
Planning Commission had discussed the issue of loading
doors and had recommended requiring two sets of doors, so
that the loading area would not be visible. Mr. Miller
discussed various options for loading areas. He stated
they had generally tried to avoid having loading doors
facing the street.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller stated
other requirements for loading areas had been initiated
with the Litton project. He stated there was a concern
regarding the ability to enforce the loading area
condition.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Mr. Miller stated
the purpose of the double doors was to screen the view of
the loading area activities from the street.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to remove
the condition regarding double loading doors.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to approve
the condition regarding the design feature on the north side
of the building.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to
maintain the condition regarding chain -link fencing around
construction areas.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1489, as amended,
approving Industrial Planned Development Permits No. 98 -1,
98 -2, and 98 -3. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
D. Consider Resolution No. 98- Enabling the Enforcement
of the California Vehicle Code on Science Drive
(Carlsberg: Tracts 4973, 4975, 4976, 4977 and 4980) .
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98- finding
Science Drive between New Los Angeles Avenue and Tierra
Rejada Road, to be subject to the provisions of the
California Vehicle Code.
Mr. Kueny gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 1490, finding
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Science Drive between New Los Angeles Avenue and Tierra Rejada
Road to be subject to the provisions of the California Vehicle
Code. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
E. Consider Public Hearing on Proposed Special Tax Measures.
Staff Recommendation: Affirm its actions of June 24,
1998, and approve the placing of the ordinance adopting
a special tax for open space acquisition and the
ordinance adopting a special tax for legal defense costs
on the November 3, 1998 election ballot.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Lori Rutter, 11611 Pinedale Road, urged the Council to
consider further study of the issues prior to placing the
measures on the ballot.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Ms. Kane stated the
citizen's petition SOAR initiative was on the ballot.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez
seconded a motion to affirm the Council's actions of June 24,
1998, and approve the placing of the ordinance adopting a
special tax for open space acquisition and the ordinance
adopting a special tax for legal defense costs on the November
3, 1998 election ballot. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote.
10. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Discussion of Proposal from Moorpark College to
Convert a Portion of Campus Road (Private) to Southbound
One -Way Traffic Only. Staff Recommendation: Receive and
file the report.
In response to the request of the Moorpark College
President, this item was taken off calendar.
B. Consider Revisions to the Citv's Police Service Rates and
False Alarm Billing Rate. Staff Recommendation: Adopt
Resolution No. 98 -1491, establishing approval of Police
Service Fees for 1998/99, and rescinding Resolution No.
97 -1273.
Mr. Reynolds gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter indicated that the Budget and Finance
Committee concurred with the recommendation.
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MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1491,
establishing approval of Police Service Fees for 1998/99, and
rescinding Resolution No. 97 -1273. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
C. Consider Resolution No. 98 -1492 To Establish a Bail
Schedule for Violations of the Municipal Traffic Code,
Which Apply to Vehicle Parking. Staff Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1492 establishing a new bail
schedule for violations of the municipal traffic code
which apply to vehicle parking.
Mr. Kueny gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Perez
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1492,
establishing a new bail schedule for violations of the
municipal traffic code which apply to vehicle parking. The
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
D. Consider Authorization to Issue Request for Proposal
(RFP) for Bypass Studies and Traffic Mitigation Fee
Study. Staff Recommendation: Concur with revised Request
for Proposal and authorize staff to issue the RFP.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated that the
first phase of the bypass study would revisit the issues
studied in the prior cost study done by Charles Abbott
Associates, Inc., in 1994. He stated the second phase
would be a precise alignment for the State Route 118
bypass and development of a final fee program.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to authorize staff to issue the revised RFP.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
E. Consider Minor Modification No. 1 to Amendment No. 1 of
Specific Plan 92 -1 (Simi Moorpark Freeway Properties),
Request for the Temporary Use of Rock Crushing on the
Carlsberg Site Adjacent to the 23 Freeway for a Period of
Six Months on a One and a Half Acre Site, (APN Nos. 513-
0- 050 -110 and 513 -0- 050 -170). Staff Recommendation:
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Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1493 approving Minor Modification
No. 1 to Specific Plan 92 -1.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
Lloyd Laycook, addressed the Council representing the
Carlsberg Specific Plan area property owner. He
emphasized the importance of the location of the
equipment.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Laycook stated the noise
level of the rock crusher was 75 decibels and that 70.7
decibels was the normal operating level.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated the noise
level along Los Angeles Avenue was in excess of 75
decibels in the vicinity of the State Route 23 freeway.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to reduce
the wind speed to 15 mph at which time rock crusher operations
must cease.
MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Teasley
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1493 approving
Minor Modification No. 1 to Specific Plan 92 -1, including the
modification to the condition to reduce the wind speed
threshold to 15 mph. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
F. Consider Resolution No. 98- Amending the FY 1998/99 Budget
Appropriating Funds to Replace the Conference Room
Refrigerator. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98-
, amending the FY 1998/99 Budget appropriating $870 from
the Equipment Replacement Fund (403) to the Community Center
budget (703) for the purchase of a small sized refrigerator
similar to the original unit (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED).
Councilmember Teasley stated her concern about the cost.
Mr. Brand indicated the ice - making capabilities and the
size were the reasons for the higher cost.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Teasley
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1494 ,amending
the FY 1998/99 Budget by appropriating $870 from the Equipment
Replacement Fund (403) to the Community Center budget (703)
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for the purchase of a standard size refrigerator. The motion
carried by unanimous roll call vote.
G. Consider Resolution No. 98 -1495 Adopting Revised Rules of
Procedure for Council Meetings and Related Functions and
Activities and Rescinding Resolution No. 98 -1416. Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1495, approving
Revised Rules of Procedure.
Ms. Traffenstedt gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter discussed the Special meeting agenda format
and directed that the pledge of allegiance be included.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to have
the roll call start with the maker of the motion followed by
the second, with the roll call for the remainder of the
members called in rotated order.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Ms. Traffenstedt
stated that for language not covered in the Council Rules
of Procedure pertaining to a motion to lay on the table
or take from the table, Robert's Rules of Order would be
followed.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Ms. Traffenstedt stated that
the current Council Procedures allowed the Mayor, at the
beginning of a public hearing, to limit public testimony
to no less than three minutes.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Ms. Kane explained that a
General Plan amendment approval required the affirmative
vote of the total membership of the legislative body,
which meant that at least three affirmative votes are
required.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to defer a
decision on revisions to procedures pertaining to time limits
for speakers at a public hearing, any revisions regarding a
motion to lay on the table or take from the table, and
language regarding votes required for a General Plan
amendment, and to refer these issues to the Ad Hoc Committee
for Council Rules of Procedure for a recommendation.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Teasley
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1495, as amended,
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approving revised Council Rules of Procedure. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Perez
seconded a motion to pull Item 11.C. and approve the balance
of the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
A. Consider Approval of Warrant Register of July 15, 1998.
Fiscal Year 1997/98
Manual
Warrants
42027
$
409.23
Voided
Warrants
41836
$
( 40.16)
Regular Warrants 42037 - 42053 - D $ 115,367.90
42054 - 42107 - V $ 43,366.23
B. Consider Approval of Warrant Register of July 15, 1998.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Manual Warrants 42028 - 42036 $ 29,699.07
Regular Warrants 42108 - 42111 - D $ 1,913.91
42112 - 42119 - V $ 8,692.92
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
D. Consider Resolution No. 98 -1496 Adopting a Revised Salary
Schedule Pursuant to the Memorandum of Agreement. Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1496 adopting a
revised Salary Schedule for City of Moorpark employees.
The following item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for
individual consideration:
C. Consider Request to Waive Park Rental Fees. Staff
Recommendation: Approve the request by the Moorpark
Sharks Fastpitch Softball Team to waive the use fee for
the two softball fields and the City's field preparation
equipment for Saturday, July 26.
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Councilmember Teasley stated that the park rental fees
needed to be reviewed and that she was concerned
regarding waiving fees.
Mayor Hunter suggested allowing the Parks and Recreation
Commission to develop guidelines for park rental fee
waivers.
MOTION: Councilmember Teasley moved and Councilmember Perez
seconded a motion to approve the staff recommendation. The
motion carried 4 -1, Councilmember Evans dissenting.
12. ORDINANCES:
A. Consider Adoption of Noise Ordinance by Adding Chapter
17.53 - Noise Ordinance to the Municipal Code, Which Will
Implement the Noise Element and Establish Standards and
Procedures to Control Noise in the City of Moorpark;
Zoning Code Amendment 97 -07 (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 3,
1998). Staff Recommendation: Introduce for first reading
Ordinance No. 245 amending the Moorpark Municipal Code by
adding Chapter 17.53 titled Noise Ordinance.
Ms. Kane read the ordinance title for Ordinance No. 245.
MOTION: Councilmember Teasley moved
Wozniak seconded a motion to waive fu
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
MOTION: Councilmember Teasley moved
Wozniak seconded a motion to declare
introduced for first reading. The motion
voice vote.
and Councilmember
-they reading. The
and Councilmember
Ordinance No. 245
carried by unanimous
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13. CLOSED SESSION:
None was held.
14. ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak
Teasley seconded a motion to adjo
unanimous voice vote. The time W
ATTEST:
Deborah S. Traffe edt, City Cler
moved
July 15, 1998
and Councilmember
motion carried by