HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1998 1118 CC REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Moorpark, California November 18, 1998
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark was
held on November 18, 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 :05 p.m.
2. INVOCATION:
Pastor Rick Uhls, Moorpark United Methodist, led the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mr. Miller led the Pledge of Allegiance.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, the Council took a recess. The time
was 7:09 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7 :23 p.m.
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; Ken
Gilbert, Director of Public Works; Mary Lindley,
Director of Community Services; Don Reynolds,
Administrative Services Manager; Dirk Lovett,
Assistant City Engineer; Deborah Traffenstedt,
City Clerk; and Lisa Pope, Deputy City Clerk.
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS:
A. City Manager's Monthly Report
Mr. Kueny introduced Ken Gilbert, Director of Public Works
Mr. Gilbert reviewed the functions of the Public Works
Department.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Lisa Mia- Williams, 15630 Harte Lane, representing Mommies
from Moorpark, discussed Hurricane Mitch relief efforts.
She stated they were collecting contributions and requested
support from the community.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Ms. Williams discussed how
contributions could be made. She stated they were
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requesting canned food, clothing, diapers, beans and rice,
and toys.
Valerie Jacobellis, 15357 Mahan Court, stated she was
working with Ms. Williams and requested contributions.
Terry Hughes, 13190 Honeybee Street, discussed the food
drive for relief for Hurricane Mitch. He discussed
locations for donation collections. He discussed notable
donations.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Hughes stated volunteers
were needed to assist in boxing the items for shipment.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Hughes stated the Moorpark
Unified School District could be contacted for questions or
assistance with collection of donations.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Mr. Nowak stated Don
Reynolds, Administrative Services Manager, had gone to
Honduras to assist in the relief efforts.
Marjorie Blye, 4122 Oakcliff Drive, discussed the signal at
Moorpark Road and Tierra Rejada and accidents at the
intersection. She stated the signal should allow more time
for left turns onto Tierra Rejada Road from Moorpark Road.
She complimented and congratulated Mayor Hunter on his re-
election.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared to convene
the Redevelopment Agency. The time was 7:43 p.m. The Council
reconvened at 8 :00 p.m.
7. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Evans announced he intended to pull Item
11.H. from the Consent Calendar.
Mayor Hunter stated he intended to pull Item ll.A. to
discussed the minutes of September 16, 1998 and pull Item
ll.F.
Councilmember Perez requested the agenda be reordered for
the Presentation /Action /Discussion items to hear 10.D.,
iO.F., 10.G., 10.H, and then the remainder of the items.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to reorder
the agenda as suggested by Councilmember Perez.
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8. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Mayor Hunter announced that the City was accepting
applications to various commissions. He also announced the
Special Election to be held on January 12 and indicated the
last day to register to vote was December 14, 1998.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Consider Request by Stephen R. Anderson and Paul D. Burns
and Southern California Edison Company for Approval of
General Plan Amendment No. 97 -2 to Amend the Land Use
Element of the General Plan on Undeveloped Land Located
West of Gabbert Road and North of the Southern Pacific
Railroad From "AG -1" (Agricultural 1 Dwelling Unit /10 -40
Acres) to "I -2" (Medium Industrial), Zone Change No. 97 -6
to Change the Zoning Designation of the Property From "AE"
(Agricultural Exclusive) to M -2 (Limited Industrial), and
Proposed Development Agreement Between the City and A -B
Properties, and the City and Southern California Edison
(APN. 500 -34 -22 and -23) (Continued from October 21, 1998)
Staff Recommendation: 1) Continue General Plan Amendment
97 -2, Zone Change 97 -6 and Development Agreement 98 -4 and
98 -5 to December 2 with the public hearing open; or 2)
Consider General Plan Amendment 97 -2, Zone Change 97 -6 and
Development Agreements 98 -4 and 98 -5, which would be the
final amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element
allowed this year: a) Open the public hearing and accept
public testimony; b) Adopt Resolution No. 98- ,
approving General Plan Amendment No. 97 -2; c) Introduce
Ordinance No. approving Zone Change No. 97 -6 for first
reading; and d) Introduce Ordinance No. approving the
Development Agreement between the City and A -B Properties
and the City and Southern California Edison Company for
first reading.
AT THIS TIME in the meeting, Councilmember Wozniak announced a
potential conflict of interest, due to a campaign contribution
he had received, and he left the dais. The time was 7 :54 p.m.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
John Newton, 165 High Street, Suite 103, representing A -B
Properties, stated they concurred with the development
agreement as proposed. He stated he had presented the City
Manager and Director of Community Development signed copies
of the Development Agreement. He suggested the public
hearing be closed on A -B properties and Edison and allow
the ordinance to be introduced for first reading and to
defer the General Plan Amendment approval to occur
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concurrently with the Pacific Communities General Plan
Amendment.
Elaine Freeman, 2509 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, representing
Pacific Communities, stated she agreed with the proposal
for concurrent General Plan Amendment processing as
mentioned by Mr. Newton.
Jim Hartley, 5950 Gabbert Road, stated the project should
be refused as incomplete or approved if conditioned to
require adequate circulation. He suggested the State Route
118 bypass be started at the west end and that the
underpass and Gabbert Road signalization be in place prior
to moving forward with the proposed project. He asked why
Councilmember Wozniak was abstaining.
Rene Mayfield, 6085 Darlene Lane, discussed concerns with
traffic circulation mitigation that was proposed. She
urged the Council to deny the Zone Change and General Plan
Amendment.
Richard Stratton, 6049 Darlene Lane, discussed open space
and urban sprawl and requested denial.
Ms. Traffenstedt indicated one written statement card had
been received in favor of the project from Dennis Hardgrave
and five written statement cards had been received in
opposition to the project from the following individuals:
Mike Chilton
Sharon Schieltz
Michael Caro
Diana Caro
Mary Kairouz
Ms. Traffenstedt provided a summary of the concerns
expressed in the written statement cards.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller discussed the
General Plan Amendment for Pacific Communities and the
status of the Development Agreement. He recommended
consolidating the A -B Properties /Edison General Plan
Amendment, with the General Plan Amendment for Pacific
Communities, which is to be heard on December 2, 1998.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller discussed the
traffic analysis for the proposed project had been done
based upon the total acreage and it was determined that
there would be adequate capacity with improvements to
Gabbert Road and the long -term circulation plan for Casey
Road. He stated that the developer would need to widen
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Gabbert Road from the Casey Road intersection south to
Poindexter Avenue. He also stated the applicants had
agreed to provide a dedication of right of way to allow for
the construction of the 118 bypass in the future.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated additional
analysis would occur at the time of Tract Map and
Industrial Planned Development approval and additional
conditions could be imposed for each entitlement.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Mr. Miller discussed
the recommendation by the Ad Hoc Committee and clarified
that the General Plan Circulation Element shows a four -lane
arterial for the bypass and that the 100 -foot right of way
requirement reflects the width required for a four -lane
arterial for the north -to -south segment. He further stated
that the east -to -west segment would require a 120 -foot
right of way.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Kueny discussed the
possibility of an assessment district to pay for the
underpass and four -lane arterial. He mentioned Specific
Plan No. 1 as another project that could contribute towards
the underpass and bypass.
Mr. Newton discussed traffic on Gabbert Road and Poindexter
Avenue. He indicated their willingness to cooperate with
the City's conditions for approval, including Sections 6.19
and 6.20 of the Development Agreement. He stated the use
was consistent with the surrounding area. He discussed the
City's approval process required approval of zoning first,
before subdivision map approval. He explained that the
detailed design occurred in conjunction with the
subdivision map application. He requested that the public
hearing be closed and that first reading of the zone change
and development agreement ordinances occur.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Newton stated the new
intersection would be about 200 feet north of the tracks.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Mr. Miller discussed
signalization of the intersection of Gabbert Road and
Poindexter Avenue. He indicated a traffic study will be
required to determine if a signal is warranted at the time
of consideration of a subdivision map and industrial
planned development permit. Councilmember Teasley indicated
concern about when Casey Road would be extended. Mr.
Miller stated that this project would build a westerly
extension of Casey Road and that the Circulation Element
showed that Casey Road would further extend from Gabbert
Road to Walnut Canyon Road.
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In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Kueny stated that
improvements to Gabbert Road would be funded by this
developer at the City's discretion, as required by the
Development Agreement.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing for the General Plan
amendment and zone change.
Councilmember Perez stated the Ad Hoc Committee had
suggested the General Plan amendments for A -B
Properties /Edison and Pacific Communities be heard
concurrently.
Councilmember Evans concurred.
Mayor Hunter stated he would support taking the General
Plan amendments concurrently, but indicated concern
regarding Pacific Communities staying on track.
Mr. Kueny recommended deferring first reading of the
Development Agreement ordinance to provide staff the
opportunity to further review the Agreement. He stated
that there was no advantage to introducing the zone change
ordinance for first reading prior to the Development
Agreement ordinance. He further stated that approval of
the General Plan amendment resolution should not occur
until the time of second reading of the ordinances.
Mr. Newton concurred with having the first reading of both
ordinances occur concurrently.
Mr. Miller stated Section 7 in the zone change ordinance
should be deleted.
Mayor Hunter asked for the title of the ordinance to be
read.
Ms. Traffenstedt read the ordinance title.
Councilmember Evans indicated he had concerns regarding
access and circulation. He stated that he could not vote
in favor at this time and requested that the bypass
corridor be used for the access road. He suggested
deferring the matter for two weeks.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Teasley
seconded a motion to continue the item to December 2.
Mr. Kueny recommended leaving the Development Agreement
public hearing open.
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Mayor Hunter questioned whether the maker of the motion and
the second concurred to leave the Development Agreement
hearing open. Councilmember Evans and Councilmember
Teasley agreed with the amendment.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Wozniak returned to
dais. The time was 8:50 p.m.
B. Consider Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Moorpark, California Approving Industrial Planned
Development Permit Number IPD 97 -4, Conditional Use Permit
No. CUP 98 -4, and Parcel Map No. 5123 for Development of a
Self Storage Facility with On -Site Managers Residence and
Subdivision of a 7.5 Acre Site, Located on the Northeast
Corner of Spring Road and Flinn Avenue (Assessors Parcel
No. 512 -0- 171 -200 & -210) - William Bromiley (Continued
from November 4, 1998). Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the
public hearing, accept public testimony and close the
public hearings 2) Consider the Negative Declaration
prepared for the requested entitlements prior to approval
or denial of the projects; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 98-
approving the Industrial Planned Development Permit,
the Conditional Use Permit and Parcel Map subject to
conditions.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
Councilmember Evans discussed his meeting with Mr.
Bromiley. He suggested a condition of approval that the
City Council would have the authority to eliminate outdoor
storage if there was found to be any problem. He stated
that the applicant had agreed to provide storage space to
non - profit organizations, such as youth sports groups, at
no charge. He stated that the applicant has agreed if a
signal is required at Flinn and Spring Road that they would
be responsible for their fair share. He also discussed
enhanced landscaping proposed to further screen views of
the site.
Mr. Miller stated the hours of operation would be from 7 :00
a.m. to 7 :00 p.m. He stated that an additional proposed
condition would require the applicant to construct the
median along the frontage of their property on Spring Road.
Mr. Kueny stated construction of the median could be
deferred until development of the second parcel.
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In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Kueny stated there were
plans to have a center median continuing south to Los
Angeles Avenue.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Kueny stated Condition No.
99 of the Industrial Planned Development would be revised
to reference the development of the second parcel.
Mr. Kueny suggested the applicant be responsible for 50
percent of the traffic signal at Flinn Avenue and Spring
Road, which would be deferred until development of the
southerly parcel.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller discussed
landscaping and pilasters along wall proposed adjacent to
the railroad tracks.
Mr. Kueny stated language requiring payment of traffic
mitigation fees should be similar to that included for
recent development agreements.
Joanne Geiler, 19900 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, representing
the applicant, asked for clarification on the cost for the
median on Spring Road. She discussed proposed enhancements
to landscaping. She explained contributions they would
make to charitable organizations.
Dennis Geiler, 19900 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, indicated he
was available to answer questions.
Bill Bromiley, 21241 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills,
indicated he was available to answer questions.
Neil Scribner, 10855 Presilla Road, Camarillo, indicated he
was available to answer questions.
Lorraine Feuerstein, 3900 Huntercrest Court, discussed her
concerns with the project and indicated it would be harmful
to the City. She discussed case law regarding zoning and
the Council's authority to deny the requested use. She
urged council to deny the project because it was not
economically good for the Downtown area.
Ms. Geiler requested information on the cost of the median
strip.
Mr. Miller recommended Council indicate any changes to
conditions and any questions for staff to come back with
answers for the next meeting.
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Mr. Kueny stated the median should be required at the time
of development of the second parcel and that construction
would occur after widening of the street.
Ms. Geiler concurred with the median condition.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing. He requested the
median cost be provided to the Council as a box item.
Councilmember Wozniak stated he still had concerns with the
project's proximity to High Street.
Councilmember Teasley stated the demise of High Street was
tied to construction of other commercial centers in
Moorpark, and that she did not believe retail commercial
development on the site would help High Street. She also
stated that the project is beautiful, but that it is not
the project she wants for that location.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to continue the item to December 2, 1998. The
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, the Council took a recess. The
time was 9:20 p.m. The Council reconvened at 9:39 p.m.
10. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION:
D. Consider an Amendment to the Agreement Between the Cities
of Moorpark, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks and the County of
Ventura, and Advanced Environmental Services (AETS) for
regular monthly Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection
Services. Staff Recommendation: Approve Modification #2 of
Agreement between the City of Moorpark and the City of Simi
Valley and the City of Thousand Oaks and the County of
Ventura, and Advanced Environmental Technical Services, for
Provision of Regional Household and Conditionally Exempt
Small Quantity Generator (CESQG) Hazardous Waste Collection
Program Services; authorize the Mayor and Staff to execute
the Agreement, and terminate the Agreement between the City
of Simi Valley /Simi Valley County Sanitation District and
the City of Moorpark for joint use and funding of the
Resource Conservation Center, and direct staff to notify
Simi Valley of such action.
Mr. Brand gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to Approve Modification 42 of Agreement
between the City of Moorpark and the City of Simi Valley and the
City of Thousand Oaks and the County of Ventura, and Advanced
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Environmental Technical Services, for Provision of Regional
Household and Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator
(CESQG) Hazardous Waste Collection Program Services; authorize
the Mayor and Staff to execute the Agreement, and terminate the
Agreement between the City of Simi Valley /Simi Valley County
Sanitation District and the City of Moorpark for joint use and
funding of the Resource Conservation Center, and direct staff to
notify Simi Valley of such action. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
F. Consider Setting a Hearing Date of December 2, 1998, for
Revisions to the City's Land Use Development Fees. Staff
Recommendation: Set a date for December 2, 1998, to
consider revisions to the current Land Use Development Fee
Schedule.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to set a date for December 2, 1998, to
consider revisions to the current Land Use Development Fee
Schedule. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
G. Consider Review of El Rodeo Conditional Use Permit. Staff
Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Councilmember Wozniak stated he had requested the item be
placed on the agenda due to concerns over recent incidents
at E1 Rodeo. He stated it was his intention to assist the
business in continuing its operation. He discussed the
Police Department's request for removal of the mini - blinds.
Captain Lewis stated the intent was that the blinds remain
open during hours of operation.
Captain Lewis indicated he was available to respond to
questions. He stated the owners had been receptive to
their suggestions.
Jose Espinoza, 538 Sierra Avenue, representing E1 Rodeo
Restaurant, stated they were willing to work to correct the
problems.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Espinoza stated he was co-
owner of the restaurant.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Espinoza stated
they had complied with the suggestions made by the Police
Department.
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In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Espinoza stated
Javier Hernandez and his wife are listed as the business
owners on the Alcoholic Beverage Control license and City
business registration.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Captain Lewis stated one
additional incident of public drunkenness had occurred on
November 12 at 3:15 p.m.
Mayor Hunter discussed the number of arrests at the
location for drunkenness in public. He stated he was
concerned that there was a trend of serving intoxicated
persons. Captain Lewis stated there had been 5 drunk and
intoxication related arrests in a 90 -day period.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Captain Lewis stated there was
graffiti in the area that indicates possible gang activity.
Mr. Espinoza stated people were making trouble outside
their business.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Espinoza stated persons
come to his establishment already intoxicated, in which
case he does not serve them alcohol. He stated they know
who the troublemakers are and they are prepared to deal
with them now.
Stella Avila, 724 Fifth Street, Oxnard, discussed the
incidents that had occurred in the restaurant. She
discussed security at the location.
Mr. Espinoza stated he understood the concerns and stated
they were willing to cooperate and make the necessary
changes.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Ms. Avila stated the
owner of the building had removed the graffiti.
Mr. Miller stated the original applicants were Mr.
Hernandez and Mr. Ortiz.
Councilmember Perez stated he could not conclude that the
problems in the report were all related to the business. He
also stated the owners were committed to developing a
family atmosphere for the business.
Councilmember Wozniak stated the owners were making the
corrections as recommended by the Police Department. He
suggested the business continue to be monitored. He stated
if the problems continue the Council would need to take
some action such as revocation of the permit.
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Councilmember Evans indicated concern regarding the
violations. He stated the problems needed to be corrected
quickly.
Mayor Hunter stated he was concerned with the escalating
trend of violence.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Captain Lewis stated
there were lights on the back of the building, which had
not been operational. He indicated the lights are
currently operating.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Captain Lewis stated two
State - certified security guards were present on Friday and
Saturday nights.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to take the
item off the calendar.
H. Consider Establishment of a
Citizens Advisory Committee.
staff as deemed appropriate.
Fiscal Year 1999 -2000 Budget
Staff Recommendation: Direct
Councilmember Perez gave the report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Kueny stated the City of
Thousand Oaks had utilized such a committee.
Councilmember Wozniak discussed the positive response from
the Thousand Oaks committee. He stated it allowed the
opportunity for other ideas to be brought forth and that he
supported the recommendation.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Councilmember Perez
suggested directing staff to advertise and request
applications for a Budget Citizens Advisory Committee.
Mr. Kueny discussed the timeline due to the committee's
work needing to be complete by March or April. He stated
the Council needs to provide specific direction for the
committee.
Councilmember Evans stated it was necessary to tighten the
focus for the committee but that the process should be
started.
Mayor Hunter stated he supported the concept but agreed
that specifics needed to be established.
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Councilmember Perez recommended announcing available
positions on the committee.
Mayor Hunter stated he was comfortable in approving the
concept and advertising that such a committee would be
formed.
Mr. Kueny suggested referring to matter to the Budget and
Finance Committee to work with staff to define a mission
and to make appointments on January 6, 1999.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to refer the
matter to the Budget and Finance Committee and directed staff to
advertise the Budget Citizens Advisory Committee and schedule
appointments for the January 6, 1999 meeting.
A. Consider Resolution No. 98 -1543 Approving the City's
Support of Designating the Economic Development
Collaborative - Ventura County as the Countywide Film
Liaison Serving Ventura County. Staff Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1543 approving the City's support
of designating the Economic Development Collaborative -
Ventura County as the Countywide Film Liaison serving
Ventura County.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Teasley moved and Councilmember Wozniak
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1543 approving the
City's support of designating the Economic Development
Collaborative - Ventura County as the Countywide Film Liaison
serving Ventura County. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
B. Consider Minor Modification No. 1 to Commercial Planned
Development Permit No. 97 -1 for Approval of a Sign Program
Including Relocation of the Gas Pricing Signs for the Mobil
Gas Station Proposed for the Southwest Corner of Liberty
Bell Road and Los Angeles Avenue (Gharabaghi) . Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98- denying Minor
Modification No. to Commercial Planned Development Permit
97 -1.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Miller discussed the signs
allowed for AM /PM and Shell. He discussed the issue of the
canopy signs versus monument signs.
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In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller stated the
two most recent gas stations did not have a condition
regarding canopy signs.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller explained
prior determinations regarding signs along the Los Angeles
Avenue corridor. He explained that Baduccos Restaurant and
K -Mart were considered major tenants, and that the Zoning
Code permits larger signs for major tenants.
Tim Warrell, 721 Commercial Avenue, Oxnard, from Vogue Sign
Company representing the applicant, explained their sign
application request.
Walt Friesen, 4309 Edminster Lane, LaVerne, representing
Mobil Oil Corporation, discussed the importance of pricing
signs and the location of competitors signs. He requested
pricing be allowed on the monument sign so as to be visible
as required by State law. He requested the Council approve
the minor modification request.
Joe Ahearn, 484 E. Los Angeles Avenue, stated he disagreed
with the staff report. He stated there were four uses
proposed for the facility and that it was a multi - tenant
type setting.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Ahearn stated the project
was not sublet but would be one business with four uses. He
discussed the size of the signs at the Shell station.
Mayor Hunter stated canopy- mounted signs would be useless
to eastbound traffic. He stated special consideration
needed to be given to businesses on Los Angeles Avenue. He
stated he could support a monument sign and sign program in
excess of what is allowed by Code.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Miller stated
general commercial monument signs were limited to four feet
in height. He discussed the Burger King signs and stated
the monument sign was limited to four feet.
Councilmember Wozniak stated the area required for gas
pricing, which is required by State law, should be exempt.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to allow a
monument sign and removal of the canopy signs requirement.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller explained the size
of the Shell Station and AM /PM signs. Mr. Kueny stated
consideration for consolidating signage into one location
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had been given. Mr. Miller stated there was an exemption
of 10 square feet for gas price signage.
In response to Councilmember Teasley, Mr. Miller stated the
overall size of the monument sign was 47.91 square feet,
including architectural features.
Mr. Kueny suggested following the Code, which would allow
a 5 -foot high monument sign for a service station. He also
suggested allowing 36 square feet for the sign text area
for the monument sign.
Councilmember Teasley stated her concern with allowing an
unfair advantage. She stated she could support what was
already approved for signs for other stations on Los
Angeles Avenue.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to allow 36
square feet for sign text area and a 5 -foot overall height for
the monument sign.
Mr. Miller discussed the signage proposed for the car wash.
In response to Councilmember
sign at the other car wash in
of the canopy.
Evans, Mr. Kueny stated the
the City was included as part
Mr. Miller stated a 20 square foot sign would be allowed by
the Code.
Mr. Kueny stated the Council can deny the marquee sign and
approve the maximum sign allowed per the Director's
statement, and allow the Director to work with the
applicant to comply with the Code.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to deny the
proposed marquee sign and require compliance with Code
requirements for the car wash signage.
Mr. Miller suggested bringing back a resolution for
approval based on the Council's direction, since
modification of conditions of approval for the project was
required and the total sign area would still exceed allowed
total sign area.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to direct
staff to bring back a resolution for approval of a sign program
consistent with the Council's direction.
C. Consider Approval of Minor Modification No. 1 to Planned
Development Permit No. 951 for a Proposed Outside Seatina
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Patio and Temporary Seating to be Used for Dining at the
Northeast Corner of Los Angeles and Moorpark Avenues (50
Moorpark Avenue, Subcontractor Restaurant, Ken Chandler).
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1544
approving Minor Modification No. 1 to Planned Development
Permit No. 951.
Mr. Miller gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller explained what had
been allowed at the Grinder and Secret Garden in regard to
parking and outdoor seating.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated the adjacent
residents and property owners had indicated concerns
regarding noise levels.
Mayor Hunter stated the noise generated by customers would
not be louder than traffic on Los Angeles Avenue.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller stated the
condition regarding patio furniture had been removed and
the condition regarding amplified sound had been modified.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Miller stated the
hours of operation were from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Ken Chandler, 2447 College Street, Simi Valley, addressed
the Council as the owner of the Subcontractor Restaurant.
He stated he did not want to move the stairs or permanently
close the patio off with plexiglass. He requested an
explanation for requiring complete enclosure of the patio.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Miller stated the
stairway was proposed to be moved due to the location of
the doorway.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Miller discussed
the handicapped accessibility requirements.
Councilmember Wozniak stated he agreed with the Mayor that
noise would come from Los Angeles Avenue.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to remove
Condition No. 17 and No. 24.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Chandler stated a
handicapped ramp landing was included in the design.
Councilmember Wozniak suggested elimination of the door on
the ramp side of the patio.
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CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council removed the door on
ramp side, with the door to remain on the side with the stairs.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1544, as amended,
approving Minor Modification No. 1 to Planned Development Permit
No. 951. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
E. Consider Approval of the Intent of California Community
Builders (CCB) and American Stores (Lucky) to Pay an In-
Lieu Fee for the Construction of a Double Left -Turn Lane
for Westbound Traffic at the Intersection of Los Angeles
Avenue and Tierra Rejada Road. Staff Recommendation: 1)
Approve a change to the design standard for Los Angeles
Avenue to start the three eastbound lanes east of the
westbound double left -turn lanes proposed to be constructed
at the intersection of Los Angeles Avenue and Tierra Rejada
Road and 2) Authorize the payment of an in -lieu fee, by
CCB, Lucky or both, in an amount deemed to be sufficient to
cover all City costs for the City to undertake and
construct the proposed double left -turn lanes, the amount
of said fee to be approved by the City Manager subsequent
to the development of a more accurate cost estimate in the
manner described in the report.
Mr. Gilbert gave staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Gilbert stated the plan
would allow a double left -turn lane and maintain an
acceptable Level of Service at the intersection.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to approve a change to the design standard for
Los Angeles Avenue to start the three eastbound lanes east of
the westbound double left -turn lanes proposed to be constructed
at the intersection of Los Angeles Avenue and Tierra Rejada Road
and authorize the payment of an in -lieu fee, by CCB, Lucky or
both, in an amount deemed to be sufficient to cover all City
costs for the City to undertake and construct the proposed
double left -turn lanes, the amount of said fee to be approved by
the City Manager subsequent to the development of a more
accurate cost estimate in the manner described in the report.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
I. Consider Waiving Council Policy for Standing Committee and
Other Council Committee Appointments at the First Regularly
Scheduled Meeting in January of Each Year. Recommendation:
Waive City Council policy and allow Council Standing
Committee and other Council committee appointments to be
made at the December 2, 1998 regular meeting.
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Mayor Hunter stated he had requested the item be placed on
the agenda so as to allow appointments to Council
Committees to occur at the reorganization meeting.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a
motion to waive City Council policy and allow Council Standing
Committee and other Council committee appointments to be made at
the December 2, 1998 regular meeting. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to pull Items 11.A., ll.F. and ll.H. and
approve the balance of the Consent Calendar. The motion carried
by unanimous roll call vote.
B. Consider Approval of Warrant Register of November 18, 1998.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Manual Warrants
Voided Warrants
Regular Warrants
43092 - 43098
42955 & 43096
43099 - 43123 - D
43124 - 43196 - V
$ 5, 637.86
$ ( 113.67)
$293,958.92
$ 69,141.35
C. Consider Approval of Agreement for Distribution of Cash and
Personal Assets of the Moorpark Mosquito Abatement District
(Continued from November 4, 1998). Staff Recommendation:
Withdraw the item from the agenda and place it back on as
soon as an Agreement is reached with the County.
D. Consider Approval of Sale or Disposal of Surplus City
Equipment and Vehicles. Staff Recommendation: Approve the
sale or disposal of surplus City furniture, equipment,
computers and vehicles by auction or other permitted means.
E. Consider a Cooperative Agreement with the State Department
of Health Services and Agencies Applying Pesticides for
Public Health Purposes. Staff Recommendation: Approve the
cooperative agreement with the State Department of Health
Services and agencies applying pesticides for public health
purposes; and authorize Mayor and staff to execute the
Agreement.
G. Consider Grant of Water Main Easement to Ventura County
Waterworks District No. 1 for a Portion of the Water Main
Serving Arroyo Vista Community Park. Staff Recommendation:
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Authorize the Mayor
Deed to VCWW #1 and
deed to the County
to execute the
direct the City
for recordation.
subject water Easement
Clerk to forward said
H. Consider Report Regarding Previous City Council Actions on
Permits For Colin Velasquez's Development on Los Angeles
Avenue (Planned Development Permit No. 1065). Staff
Recommendation: Receive and file the report.
I. Consider Notice of Completion for the 1998 Slurry Seal
Project. Staff Recommendation: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 98-
1546 approving an amendment to the FY 1998/99 Budget by
revising the appropriation and budget for subject project
as follows: General Fund (Fund 100): $5,034 increase; Local
Transportation Fund (Fund 203) : $81,950 decrease; and
Transit Fund (Fund 204): $6,922 increase (net total
decrease $69,994); 2) Accept the work as completed; 3)
Instruct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion
for the project; and 4) Authorize the release of the
retention upon satisfactory clearance of the thirty five
(35) day lien period (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED).
J. Consider Resolution No. 98 -1547 Authorizing the City of
Moorpark to Participate in a Multi - agency Traffic
Safety /Enforcement Grant. Staff Recommendation: Adopt
Resolution No. 98 -1547 authorizing the City's participation
in a multi - agency traffic safety /enforcement grant.
K. Consider Lot Line Adjustment No. 98 -3 on the Application of
F & A Industrial Investments for a Merger of Lots 2 and 3
of Tract 3492, Located at 6176 and 6190 Condor Drive,
Assessors Parcel No. 513 -0- 060 - 03/28. Staff
Recommendation: Approve Lot Line Adjustment No. 98 -3.
L. Consider Lot Line Adjustment No. 98 -1 on the Application of
Sam Asadurian to Modify the Property Line Between Lots 1
and 2 of Parcel Map 3593 Located at 11815 Darlene Lane,
Assessors Parcel No. 500 -0- 010 -505. Staff Recommendation:
Approve Lot Line Adjustment No. 97 -1.
The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for
individual consideration:
A. Consider Approval of Minutes of the September 16, 1998
Regular City Council Meeting.
Consider Approval of Minutes of the October 7, 1998 Regular
Citv Council Meetina.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed.
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Mayor Hunter indicated an amendment to the minutes of
September 16, 1998, pertaining to Item 10.I., to clarify
that the ideas for strengthening the Tierra Rejada
Greenbelt Agreement were a result of meetings between
Supervisors Mikels and Schillo and himself, not the
Agricultural Policies Working Group.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded a
motion to approve the minutes as amended. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
F. Consider Adopting Resolution No. 98 -1545 Authorizing a
Grant Application Requesting Monies from the Ventura County
Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA) for the Completion of the
Senior Center Expansion Project. Staff Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 98 -1545 authorizing a grant
application requesting monies from the Ventura County Area
Agency on Aging (VCAAA) for the completion of the Senior
Center Expansion Project.
Mayor Hunter stated he had pulled the item to discuss fund -
matching possibilities. Mr. Kueny stated he would provide
a box item to Council regarding matching funds
requirements.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Wozniak seconded
a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98 -1545 authorizing a grant
application requesting monies from the Ventura County Area
Agency on Aging (VCAAA) for the completion of the Senior Center
Expansion Project. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
H. Consider Report Regarding Previous City Council Actions on
Permits For Colin Velasquez's Development on Los Angeles
Avenue (Planned Development Permit No. 1065). Staff
Recommendation: Receive and file the report.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Teasley announced a
potential conflict of interest due to a tenant being represented
by an agent in her office, and she left the dais. The time was
11:27 p.m.
The Council waived their rules to allow Mr. Velasquez to
address the matter.
Colin Velazquez, 601 Moorpark Avenue, discussed the history
of the business.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Miller stated it had not
been confirmed to have been an automotive body shop at the
location. He stated paint and automotive body shops are in
the same category of use in the zoning matrix.
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Councilmember Perez discussed the history of actions on the
matter. He recalled that the minor modification to allow
a paint and body use was not specific to a certain
application.
Councilmember Wozniak stated he did not recall whether the
previous approval was specific to that earlier application.
Mayor Hunter stated that the prior decision was specific to
a business.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to receive and file the report. The motion carried by
voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Teasley absent.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Teasley returned to
the dais. The time was 11:42 p.m.
13. CLOSED SESSION:
None was held.
14. ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adjourn. The mgtAon carri�d�by unanimous
voice vote. The time was 11:43 p.m., ) � /
ATTEST:
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Deborah S. TraffenstgJf, City Clerk
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ter, Mayor