HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1999 0818 CC REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Moorpark, California August 18, 1999
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark was held
on August 18, 1999 in the Community Center of said City located at 799
Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Hunter called the meeting to order at 6:46 p.m.
2. INVOCATION:
A Silent Moment of Reflection was held.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Captain Lewis led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Evans, Harper, Rodgers, Wozniak
and Mayor Hunter.
Staff Present: Steven Kueny, City Manager; John Nowak,
Assistant City Manager; Brian Pierik,
Assistant City Attorney; Wayne Loftus, Acting
Director of Community Development; Ken
Gilbert, Director of Public Works; Mary
Lindley, Director of Community Services; Dirk
Lovett, Assistant City Engineer; Captain Mike
Lewis, Sheriff's Department; John Libiez,
Principal Planner; Deborah Traffenstedt, City
Clerk; and La -Dell VanDeren, Deputy City
Clerk.
S. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS:
A. Recognize Steven Kueny for 15 years of service as a City
Employee.
Mayor Hunter recognized Steven Kueny for his service to
the City as City Manager. He discussed his achievements
and presented a City plaque to Mr. Kueny. Mr. Kueny
thanked the Council for the recognition. He commended
the City employees for their contributions to past
achievements.
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B. Introduce new employee La -Dell VanDeren, Deputy City
Clerk.
Mayor Hunter introduced La -Dell VanDeren as the new
Deputy City Clerk.
C. City Manager's Monthly Report.
The monthly report was deferred.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Michael Carney, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, Ventura,
representing Pacific Bell, addressed the Council regarding the
cable franchise renewal. He discussed the need to maintain
open access to allow any internet service provider to use
cable television lines.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared to convene the
Redevelopment Agency. The time was 6:58 p.m. The Council
reconvened at 7:00 p.m.
7. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
—' (Pursuant to Council Rules of Procedure Section 2.9, Items to
be withdrawn from the Consent Calendar shall be identified a t
this time.)
Mayor Hunter stated Item 10.L. would be continued to
September 1, 1999.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council continued Item 10.L. to
September 1, 1999.
Councilmember Rodgers stated she intended to pull Item
11.A.
Ms. Traffenstedt requested the Council pull Item 11.5.
8. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Mayor Hunter announced that the 4th Annual Moorpark Senior
Games would begin September 15. He announced Country Days
would be held September 24.
Mayor Hunter requested a future agenda item regarding a
proposed Youth Authority facility in the Specific Plan No. 8
area.
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9. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
August 18, 1999
A. Consider the Moorpark Highlands Specific Plan Project
(Specific Plan 95 -2 /Specific Plan No. 2, General Plan
Amendment No. 95 -2, and Zone Change 95 -4); Mitigation
Monitoring Program; Statement of Overriding
Considerations. Applicant: Morrison - Fountainwood- Agoura.
(Continued from July 7, 1999, With Public Hearing Open.)
Staff Recommendation: Continue the public hearing to
consider the Specific Plan No. 2 project until September
1, 1999.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Wozniak left the
dais due to a potential conflict of interest. The time was
7:05 p.m.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report. He suggested the item
be continued to allow the Planning Commission to review
the development agreement.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to continue the item to September 1, 1999.
The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Wozniak
absent.
Councilmember Wozniak returned to the dais at 7:07 p.m.
B. Consider Appeal 99 -1 of Planninq Commission Decision to
Approve a Request to Construct (15) 6' High Cellular
Antennas and a 320 sq. ft. Equipment Shelter on Property
Located at 13931 East Los Angeles Avenue. (Assessor
Parcel No. 412 -0- 160 -300) Conditional Use Permit 98 -5.
Applicant: Airtouch Cellular. (Continued from 7/21/99
with Public Hearing Open). Staff Recommendation: Direct
staff as deemed appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Loftus stated
there were currently no antenna sites located in
residential zones within the City.
John Beke, 3 Park Plaza, Irvine, representing Airtouch
Cellular, discussed the proposed project and explained
the proposed screening with landscaping. He stated the
antennas would not affect property values.
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Joie Jones, 3 Park Plaza, Irvine, consultant representing
Airtouch Cellular, indicated he was available to answer
questions regarding health and safety concerns.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Jones stated
Federal and State statutes eliminated environmental and
health issues for determining approval of antennae sites.
He stated he was available to respond to questions and
concerns by the Council and residents.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Jones described
the handout he provided to the Council, which addressed
site specific issues and standards in place to protect
the public. He indicated it was agreed upon by experts
that the sites do not pose any health and safety
problems.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Beke discussed cellular
service deficiency areas. He explained the rationale for
the proposed location of the site and coverage provided
by the site. He discussed the other site considered as
possible antennae location in Moorpark and a San Dimas
site.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Beke explained
why co- location with existing competitors' sites in
Moorpark would not work. He stated that the water tank
site near Moorpark College was too far east and the
Walnut Canyon site was too high. He also explained that
Air Touch Cellular was proposing to disguise the antennas
by painting them an appropriate color and use of
landscaping in front of and behind the poles.
Councilmember Rodgers discussed the use of a pine tree
design for disguising the antenna. Mr. Beke responded
that the antennae would only be six feet tall; therefore,
a tree design would not be appropriate.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Loftus suggested
the conditions established by the Planning Commission be
included in the Council resolution with any additional
changes, as well as a condition to be reviewed by the
City Attorney, requiring dedication of the right -of -way
along Los Angeles Avenue.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Loftus stated
the applicant was proposing to utilize a private driveway
to access the site. He stated a condition could be
incorporated requiring maintenance of the driveway. He
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discussed the visibility of the building and conditions
intended to minimize visibility including landscaping,
decorative masonry, a flat roof for the building, and the
color of the equipment.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Harper stated that he would like to see
these types of antennas clustered in certain areas of the
City. He suggested approving the staff recommendation
and requiring more extensive camouflage by landscaping.
Councilmember Wozniak concurred that clustering of sites
should occur. He stated it was necessary to create an
ordinance stating criteria for site locations and design.
He also stated additional landscaping would be necessary
to allow an antenna at the proposed location.
Councilmember Rodgers indicated reluctance to locating
sites in residential areas. She indicated support for
clustering of sites.
Mayor Hunter stated that staff should be directed to
bring back a resolution on September 1, 1999, overturning
the Planning Commission decision to allow the use.
Councilmember Harper suggested directing staff to work
with the applicant on trying to co- locate antennas.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to direct staff to bring back a resolution
overturning the Planning Commission decision to approve the
CUP for the Council's September 1, 1999 meeting. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
C. Consider Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY
1999/2000 - Boys and Girls Club. Staff Recommendation: 1)
Conduct public hearing and take public comments; and 2)
Authorize the expenditure of CDBG funds from FY 1999/2000
for actual expenditures to re- stucco the Boys and Girls
Club in an amount not to exceed fifty -five thousand
dollars ($55,000). (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED.)
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter opened the public hearing.
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Don Moore and Scott Mosher, 280 Casey Road, representing
the Boys and Girls Club, indicated they were available to
answer any questions.
Councilmember Evans thanked Mr. Moore and Mr. Mosher for
their work at the Boys and Girls Club.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to authorize the expenditure of CDBG funds
from FY 1999/2000 for actual expenditures to re- stucco the
Boys and Girls Club in an amount not to exceed fifty -five
thousand dollars ($55,000). The motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
D. Consider Commercial Planned Development Permit No. 98 -1
to Authorize Construction of a Private School for Pre-
School through Elementary School Located on the South
Side of Peach Hill Road Between Spring Road and Science
Drive (Assessor Parcel No.: 512 -0- 270 -045) Applicant:
Three D Enterprises. Staff Recommendations: 1) Open the
public hearing, accept public testimony and close the
public hearing; 2) Determine that the subsequent
Environmental Impact Report prepared for the Amended
Carlsberg Specific Plan which addressed impacts for
institutional uses on this property adequately addresses
the proposed impacts of the proposed use (Provided for by
Section 15181 of the California Environmental Quality
Act) ; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1640 approving
Commercial Planned Development No. 98 -1.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Loftus discussed
traffic flow during peak hours, and explained that the
time frame differs from that of the public school.
Mayor Hunter opened the public hearing.
Robert King, 15244 Magnolia Blvd., Sherman Oaks,
representing Three D Enterprises /Pinecrest Schools,
provided an overview of the services provided by
Pinecrest Schools. He described the project and
coordination efforts with Moorpark Unified School
District and neighboring churches.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. King stated the
school would serve preschool through fifth grade. He
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discussed the possibility of expanding to middle school
age.
Michael Cosenza, 12065 Havencrest Street, representing
Holy Cross Church, stated he was not in opposition to the
project but had concerns regarding potential traffic
problems. He stated they had not been consulted
regarding the issues. He discussed the Holy Cross Church
programs and number of students participating. He
discussed concerns with safety. He suggested all parking
lots on Peach Hill Road allow right turns only to reduce
traffic problems. He urged the Council to take
precautions and fully evaluate the traffic situation.
Mr. Loftus stated a supplemental traffic study was
required to be conducted. He stated 24 -hour counts were
done and the City Traffic Engineer concurred with the
results of the study. He discussed the Planning
Commission condition requiring the traffic issue to be
monitored and adjustments made accordingly by Pinecrest
Schools.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Loftus stated
the study had addressed the cumulative impacts of all
projected development.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Lovett stated
his recollection was that the intersection of Spring Road
and Peach Hill Road would retain Level of Service B after
construction of the proposed project.
Mr. Loftus stated traffic patterns would adjust, since
drivers typically chose the path of least resistance. He
suggested a condition of approval requiring covers over
the trash receptacles. He discussed Condition No. 64,
which may not be applicable if the project is not
included in the Maintenance District.
In response to Mayor Hunter's question whether the
applicant agreed with the three conditions discussed, Mr.
King indicated they agreed to the conditions regarding
trash enclosures, hours of operation and further traffic
study if deemed appropriate by the Traffic Engineer.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Loftus discussed
Condition No. 144. He stated this was a standard
condition and that staff would work with the Police
Department and applicant on standard conditions that may
not be applicable.
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Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
August 18, 1999
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to determine that the subsequent
Environmental Impact Report prepared for the amended Carlsberg
Specific Plan which addressed impacts for institutional uses
on this property adequately addresses the proposed impacts of
the proposed use (Provided for by Section 15181 of the
California Environmental Quality Act), and adopt Resolution
No. 99 -1640 approving Commercial Planned Development No. 98 -1
as amended to incorporate revised conditions of approval. The
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
E. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1641 ADDrovin4 the Franchise
Transfer of the Cable Communications Franchise held by
Century Communications Corp. to Century -TCI California
L.P. Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing and
take testimony; 2) Close the public hearing and enter
into discussion on the matter; and 3) Adopt Resolution
No. 99 -1641 approving the franchise transfer of the cable
communications franchise held by Century Communications
Corp to Century -TCI California L.P.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Rodgers left the
dais due to a potential conflict of interest. The time was
8:20 p.m.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter opened the public hearing.
Dan Deutsch, 6890 Pecan Avenue, representing TCI,
indicated he was available to answer questions.
Colin Higgin, Main at Water Street, Coudersport, PA,
representing Adelphia, indicated he was available to
answer questions.
Lee Perron, 2939 Nebraska Avenue, Santa Monica,
representing Century Communications, indicated he was
available to answer questions.
Michael Carney, 200 E. Santa Clara, Ventura, representing
Pacific Bell, stated Pacific Bell did not oppose
franchise transfers or franchise renewals. He requested
the City require an open network and fair competition to
provide better customer service.
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In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Nowak stated
adoption of the resolution would indicate the Council's
intent that at the time of franchise renewal, open access
and unbundling would be included. He stated the
Municipal Code must be amended to add those requirements.
Councilmember Harper indicated concurrence with Mr.
Carney regarding open access.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1641, approving
the franchise transfer of the cable communications franchise
held by Century Communications Corp to Century -TCI California
L.P. The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember
Rodgers absent.
F. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1642 Approving the Change of
Control of the Cable Communications Franchise held by
Century Communications Corp. as part of Century -TCI
California L.P. within the Franchise Area formerly held
by Mountain Meadows Cable Television/ Entertainment
Express Ltd. Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the public
hearing and take testimony; 2) Close the public hearing
and enter into discussion on the matter; and 3) Adopt
Resolution No. 99 -1642 approving the franchise change of
control to Adelphia Communications Corporation of the
cable communications franchise held by Century
Communications Corp. as part of Century -TCI California
L.P. within the franchise area formerly held by Mountain
Meadows Cable Television /Entertainment Express Ltd.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter opened the public hearing.
Dan Deutsch, 6890 Pecan Avenue, representing TCI,
indicated he was available to answer questions.
Colin Higgin, Main at Water Street, Coudersport, PA,
representing Adelphia, indicated he was available to
answer questions.
Michael Carney, 200 E. Santa Clara, Ventura, representing
Pacific Bell, referred to his previous comments made
under Item 9.E.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
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MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1642, approving
the franchise change of control to Adelphia Communications
Corporation of the cable communications franchise held by
Century Communications Corp. as part of Century -TCI California
L.P. within the franchise area formerly held by Mountain
Meadows Cable Television /Entertainment Express Ltd. The
motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers
absent.
Councilmember Rodgers returned to the dais at 8:35 p.m.
G. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1643 Approving the Change of
Control of the Cable Communications Franchise held by
Century Communications Corp. as part of Century -TCI
California L.P. within the Franchise Area formerly held
by TCI Cablevision of California, Inc. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing and take
testimony; 2) Close the public hearing and enter into
discussion on the matter; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 99-
1643 approving the franchise change of control to
Adelphia Communications Corporation of the cable
communications franchise held by Century Communications
Corp. as part of Century -TCI California L.P. within the
franchise area formerly held by TCI Cablevision of
California Inc.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter opened the public hearing.
Dan Deutsch, 6890 Pecan Avenue, representing TCI,
indicated he was available to answer questions.
Colin Higgin, Main at Water Street, Coudersport, PA,
representing Adelphia, indicated he was available to
answer questions.
Michael Carney, 200 E. Santa Clara, Ventura, representing
Pacific Bell, referred to his previous comments made
under Item 9.E.
Mayor Hunter closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1643, approving
the franchise change of control to Adelphia Communications
Corporation of the cable communications franchise held by
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"— Century Communications Corp. as part of Century -TCI California
L.P. within the franchise area formerly held by TCI
Cablevision of California Inc. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared. The time
was 8:38 p.m. The Council reconvened at 8:59 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
10. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Request from Moorpark Packer Football Regarding
Practice Field Lights. (Continued from July 7, 1999.)
Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
Ms. Lindley gave the staff report.
Douglas Shoop, 6654 N. Berkley Circle, representing
Moorpark Packers Youth Football, discussed the history of
their practice facility and provided background on the
light issue. He stated the lights would be off by 7:30
p.m. He explained their proposal for the lights
including burying the lines and reducing noise pollution.
Bill Moellering, 4492 Cedarglen Court, stated he had
concerns regarding light spillage and that he appreciated
the 7:30 p.m. curfew.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Shoop explained that the
light spillage would be more directional than the current
lights. He explained the reason for the specific
location of the lights and having lights on each side of
the field. He agreed that the lights could be relocated
to avoid shining into neighboring yards.
Councilmember Harper suggested the lights be tested by
directing staff to set up a demonstration to allow
neighbors to view the lights and allow staff to make a
determination based on comments.
Mayor Hunter stated that was a reasonable request and
asked that Mr. Moellering be notified of the
demonstration. Ms. Lindley discussed the feasibility of
conducting the demonstration using existing power
sources.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council directed staff to
arrange for a test demonstration of the requested practice
field lights, with staff to approve or deny the request based
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on whether glare impacts are found to be adverse for adjacent
residential properties.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Ms. Lindley explained
that the staff recommendation to decline the loan to
Packer Football was based on their indication that it was
no longer needed.
B. Consider Appointment to the Area Housing Authority of the
County of Ventura. Staff Recommendation: Appoint one
Commissioner to the Area Housing Authority for a four -
year term to expire August 2003.
Ms. Traffenstedt gave the staff report.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded
a motion to appoint Herbert Morrison as a Commissioner to the
Area Housing Authority for a four -year term to expire August
2003. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
C. Consider Request from Carlsberg for Early Construction of
the Park in the Carlsberg Specific Plan. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Approve Carlsberg's request to amend
the Settlement Agreement allowing them to proceed with
the construction of the park in the Carlsberg Specific
Plan; and 2) Confirm that the developer shall assume the
cost of fully maintaining the improved park, under Cit
Administration, through the occupancy of the 227`
dwelling unit, at which time the City will be asked to
formally accept the park; and 3) Confirm that developer,
as specified in the Settlement Agreement, will continue
to assume maintenance cost for the park, under City
Administration, for one full year after the City's
acceptance.
Ms. Lindley gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Ms. Lindley stated the City
would want to monitor and ensure the maintenance of the
park was consistent with City standards.
Lloyd Laycook, 1850 Gammon Court, Thousand Oaks,
representing Lennar Communities, indicated concurrence
with the staff report recommendation.
Mr. Kueny stated, to maintain consistency, the City would
collect fees to cover maintenance costs, with the water
meter remaining in the applicant's name. He suggested
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"consistent with City standards" be added, and that the
City administer the contract.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to: 1) Approve Carlsberg's request to amend
the Settlement Agreement allowing them to proceed with the
construction of the park in the Carlsberg Specific Plan; and
2) Confirm that the developer shall assume the cost of fully
maintaining the improved park consistent with City standards
and under City administration of the contract, through the
occupancy of the 227th dwelling unit, at which time the City
will be asked to formally accept the park; and 3) Confirm that
developer, as specified in the Settlement Agreement, will
continue to assume maintenance cost for the park, under City
Administration, for one full year after the City's acceptance.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
D. Consider Conceptual Master Plan for Arroyo Vista
Community Park (AVCP) Phase II. Staff Recommendation: The
Parks and Recreation Commission and staff recommend that
the City Council approve the conceptual Master Plan for
AVCP Phase II as presented in this Agenda Report.
Ms. Lindley gave the staff report.
David Brown, representing the City as the landscape
architect consultant, described the conceptual Master
Plan.
Roseann Mikos, 14371 E. Cambridge Street, expressed
concern that the park was now planned to be all active
recreation. She stated the original plan included a lake
and passive area, which was deleted.
Eloise Brown, 13193 Annette Street, concurred that the
lake and passive area should be included.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Brown stated the jogging
trail would loop the entire park.
Councilmember Rodgers indicated concern that the park
plan was driven by youth sports. She suggested a lawn
bowling and horseshoe area be incorporated.
Councilmember Harper concurred that passive use areas
needed to be included.
Councilmember Evans stated he believed the plan was
appropriate for this park. He stated other parks such as
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Poindexter Park could be used for the senior needs and
that the City could not afford a lake due to maintenance
costs. He stated the plan does not prevent future
remodeling. He stated his only concern was that the new
proposed parking area extended too close to neighboring
homes.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Kueny stated the
proposal by Edison for its adjacent land would be on a
subsequent agenda.
Councilmember Wozniak discussed the changes to the Master
Plan over the years. He stated the plan allowed
flexibility for changes in the future. He stated
Poindexter Park was more appropriate for senior
activities.
Mayor Hunter stated the plan was a good base document and
that youth sports needs more space. He supported the
proposed north -south parking lot but agreed that it
extends too close to the residential area. He recommended
the Council continue working on the plan in a workshop
setting. He stated it would cost nearly $5 million to
implement the plan as proposed.
Councilmember Harper concurred with the suggestion for a
workshop. He discussed funding provided to the City
through development agreements, of which a portion should
be allocated to senior needs.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council directed staff to
schedule a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation
Commission at some future time to discuss the conceptual
Master Plan.
E. Consider Approval in Concept of a Proposed Site for New
Fire Station in the Campus Park Area. Staff
Recommendation: Approve in concept the location of a
proposed fire station at Campus View Avenue, including
use of a portion of Paul E. Griffin Park.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Nowak stated the
intent was to donate the land to the Fire Department. He
discussed notification that would be provided to
residents prior to action being taken.
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Gerald Goldstein, 11932 Los Angeles Avenue, asked why the
Mountain Meadows Fire Station is closed.
Mayor Hunter recommended the Council move forward on the
matter.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council approved, in concept,
the location of a proposed fire station at Campus View Avenue,
including use of a portion of Paul E. Griffin Park.
F. Consider Resolution No. 99- Rescinding Resolution No.
97 -1287 and Approving Prima Facie Speed Limits for
Certain Street Segments and Approving the Posting of
Speed Limit Signs on Said Streets. Staff Recommendations:
1) Approve the Traffic Speed Zone Survey and Engineering
Study dated July 1999; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 99-
Rescinding Resolution No. 97 -1287 and Approving
Prima Facie Speed Limits for Certain Street Segments and
approving the Posting of Speed Limit Signs on Said
Streets.
Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter summarized the speed limits to be reduced
and increased. He suggested publicizing the changed
speed limits.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Gilbert explained
that accident rates and conditions not readily apparent
to the driver resulted in posted speeds being 5 miles per
hour (mph) less than 85th percentile. He explained the
benefit of having all of Tierra Rejada Road posted for 45
mph. He stated the speed limit on Mountain Trail Street
was recommended to be lowered due to the accident rate
being four times higher than average.
Mayor Hunter indicated support for reducing the speed on
Mountain Trail Street.
Councilmember Rodgers stated 35 mph is too slow for
Science Drive. She suggested changing the speed limit to
45 mph. Mr. Gilbert stated 40 mph was being recommended.
He suggested the Council receive input from the Traffic
Engineer prior to increasing the speed limit to 45 mph.
Mr. Kueny stated the item could be deferred to receive
input from Traffic Engineer.
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CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council continued Item 10.F. to
September 15, 1999.
G. Consider Installation of Class 2 Bike Lanes on High
Street. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff to proceed
with the installation of Class 2 Bike Lanes on High
Street.
Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report.
Councilmember Harper stated bike lanes would be
compatible with the Downtown area.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to direct staff to proceed with the installation of
Class 2 Bike Lanes on High Street. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
H. Consider Reconsideration of the Vote to Adopt Resolution
No. 99 -1637 and Adopt Revised Resolution Directing the
Planning Commission to Set a Public Hearing and Provide
a Recommendation on General Plan and Zoning Amendments
Necessary to Implement Provisions of Voter Approved
Measure "S" upon all Lands Within the Boundaries of
Specific Plan No. 8, Hidden Creek Ranch. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Consider reconsideration of the vote
to adopt City Council Resolution No. 99 -1637; and 2)
Leave Resolution No. 99 -1637 in place.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Rodgers left the
dais due to a potential conflict of interest. The time was
10:10 P.M.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to take no
aczion.
I. Consider Action to Rescind Ordinance No. 244 AdoDtin
Specific Plan No. 8 Zoning Designation for Properties
Within the Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan, (Specific
Plan 93 -1) including Development Standards for Said
Properties. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed
appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Pierik stated that
adoption of a new zoning ordinance, revising the zoning
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previously adopted by Ordinance No. 244, requires a
public hearing before both the Planning Commission and
City Council.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Pierik explained
the court ruling regarding the annexation of Specific
Plan No. 8. He stated it was a tentative ruling, which
would not be final until the appeal process was
exhausted.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Loftus stated if
the Council rescinded Ordinance No. 244, the property
would need to be rezoned consistent with the current land
use designation.
Councilmember Harper suggested adopting two ordinances,
one to rescind Ordinance No. 244 and one to replace the
zoning.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated the
property would revert to County zoning and land use if
the annexation was reversed.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Pierik concurred with
Mr. Loftus.
Councilmember Harper stated the Council could move
forward, rescind Ordinance No. 244, place new zoning on
the property pending the final outcome of the litigation,
in which case the second ordinance would stand or the
land would revert to the County and the original County
zoning would go back onto the property.
Richard Francis, 711 South "A" Street, Oxnard, stated
staff had been directed to deal with Ordinance No. 244
separately from the other issues. He stated it was
necessary to implement the Save our Open Space and
Agricultural Resources (SOAR) ordinance. He stated
Ordinance No. 244 should be rescinded.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Francis confirmed
that SOAR has been challenged in court.
Roseann Mikos, 14371 E. Cambridge Street, concurred with
Mr. Francis' comments. She stated Ordinance No. 244
needed to be rescinded.
Councilmember Evans stated he wants to protect the
taxpayers that are paying the legal bills. He stated he
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supported rescinding the Ordinance, but that there was a
need to avoid the risk of further litigation.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Pierik stated it
was not necessary to take action to rescind Ordinance No.
244, since the Council had already adopted a resolution
asking the Planning Commission to study revising the land
use designation and zoning for the property.
Mayor Hunter stated the public is entitled to evidence
that the Council is complying with SOAR. He stated
repealing Ordinance No. 244 would provide that evidence.
Councilmember Wozniak discussed the process necessary to
repeal the ordinance.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Pierik stated a
requirement of due process was to conduct Planning
Commission and City Council public hearings on rescinding
the ordinance.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Pierik explained that
the matter should be referred to the Planning Commission
—' for rescinding Ordinance No. 244 and adoption of new
zoning for the site.
Mayor Hunter stated the Housing Element and OSCAR Element
were not in conformance prior to adoption of Ordinance
No. 244 and Measure S.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Kueny explained
that the Planning Commission makes recommendations on all
zoning ordinances with the Council enacting the
ordinances.
In response to Mr. Kueny, Mr. Loftus explained that to
implement SOAR, several General Plan Elements must be
modified and a new zone district must be created.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to direct staff to bring back a resolution to direct
the Planning Commission to consider an ordinance to rescind
Ordinance No. 244 and an ordinance to zone the Specific Plan
No. 8 site consistent with SOAR. The motion carried by voice
vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers absent.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to continue
the agenda in order following a recess.
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'-' AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared. The time
was 10:49 p.m. The Council reconvened at 11:07 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
Mayor Hunter indicated it was necessary to revisit Item No.
10.I.
I. Consider Action to Rescind Ordinance No. 244 Adoptin
Specific Plan No. 8 Zoning Designation for Properties
Within the Hidden Creek Ranch Specific Plan, (Specific
Plan 93 -1) including Development Standards for Said
Properties. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed
appropriate.
Mayor Hunter indicated Councilmember Rodgers had returned
to the dais but would not participate in any discussion
or action.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to reconsider the Council's action on Item 10.I. The
motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers
absent.
—' Mr. Kueny stated it was necessary to adopt a resolution
to direct the Planning Commission to study rescinding
Ordinance No. 244. He explained the chronology of the
events to occur and that the earliest regular Planning
Commission date was September 24.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Harper seconded
a motion to direct staff to draft a resolution for a special
City Council meeting on September 8, 1999, directing the
Planning Commission to consider an ordinance to rescind
Ordinance No. 244 and an ordinance to zone the Specific Plan
No. 8 site consistent with SOAR.
POINT OF ORDER: Councilmember Harper asked if an action
needed to be taken on the previous action of the Council. Mr.
Pierik responded that the prior action should be rescinded.
Mayor Hunter withdrew his motion.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to rescind the Council's prior action on Item 10.I.
The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers
absent.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Harper seconded
a motion to direct staff to prepare a resolution, including
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the wording recommended by Ms. Mikos, directing the Planning
Commission to study rescinding Ordinance No. 244 and adopting
new zoning for Specific Plan No. 8 site that is consistent
with Measure S (SOAR) and to bring back the draft resolution
at a special meeting on September 8, 1999.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Loftus explained
the recommendation by the City Attorney that the language
proposed by Ms. Mikos should not be included.
AMENDMENT: Mayor Hunter amended the motion to exclude
reference to inclusion of language proposed by Ms. Mikos.
Councilmember Harper accepted the amendment.
The motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers
absent.
J. Consider Minor Modification No. 1 to Planned Development
Permit No. 1061 Request for Conversion of 3,000 Square
Feet of Warehouse to Retail Space at an Existing Building
Located at 31 Poindexter Avenue. (Applicant: Kahoots Feed
and Supply). Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No.
99 -1644 conditionally approving Minor Modification No. 1
to Planned Development Permit No. 1061 for conversion of
3,000 sq. ft. of floor area from warehouse to retail use.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
Michael J. Bittinger, P.O. Box 2123, Ramona, Kahoots Feed
and Supply, requested that the Council approve the staff
recommendation.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1644, conditionally
approving Minor Modification No. 1 to Planned Development
Permit No. 1061 for conversion of 3,000 sq. ft. of floor area
from warehouse to retail use. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote.
K. Consider Proposed Development Agreement for Specific Plan
No. 2 (Moorpark - Highlands /Morrison - Fountainwood -
Agoura). Staff Recommendation: Direct Planning Commission
to Consider Proposed Development Agreement and set City
Council Public Hearing for September 15, 1999.
Councilmember Wozniak indicated he would not participate
for this item due to a potential conflict of interest.
Mr. Kueny gave the staff report.
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Michael Greynald, 711 Daily Drive, Camarillo, Morrison
Fountainwood Agoura, indicated they were in agreement
with the provisions and urged Council to move forward.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to direct the Planning Commission to
consider the proposed Development Agreement and set the City
Council Public Hearing for September 15, 1999. The motion
carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Wozniak absent.
L. Consider Report on Options for Processing a Comprehensive
General Plan and Zoning Code Work Program. Staff
Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council continued Item 10.L. to
September 15, 1999.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar with the
exception of Item No. 11.A., May 5 Special Meeting Minutes,
and Item No. 11.S. The motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote.
A. Consider Approval of Minutes of Regular City Council
Meetinq of March 17, 1999.
Consider Approval of Minutes of Regular City Council
Meeting of May 19, 1999.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed.
B. Consider Approval of Warrant Reqister - Auqust 4, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Manual Warrants 44076 - 45148 $(490.00)
Regular Warrants 45188 - 45196 - D $ 39,125.15
45197 - 45232 - V $114,149.15
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
C. Consider Approval of Warrant Register- August 4, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1999/00
Manual Warrants 100007 & $10,089.89
100033 - 100038
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Voided Warrants 100053 - 100124 & $0.00
(Printing Problem) 100188
Regular Warrants 100039 - 100052 & - V $924,788.97
100125 - 100197
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
Consider Approval of Warrant Register- August 18, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Voided Warrant 45059
$(240.00)
Regular Warrant 45233 - 45254 $419,887.83
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
Consider Approval of Warrant Register- August 18, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1999/00
Manual
Warrants
100198 - 100202
$17,550.23
Voided
Warrant
100008
$(160.00)
Regular Warrants 100208 - 100294 - V $260,805.88
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
F. Consider Approval of Final Map Tract 4980 ( Lennar
Homes /Western Pacific Housing). Staff Recommendation:
1) Approve the Final Map for Tract 4980 along with the
Agreement for Construction of Subdivision Improvements
and Reimbursement between the City and Western Pacific
Housing and approve the Amended Early Grading Agreement
between the City and Lennar Homes of California, Inc.,
subject to the review and approval of said agreements as
to format and content by the City Manager and City
Attorney and the CC &R's to be approved by the Director of
Community Development and City Attorney; and 2) Authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Final Map Title
Sheet, Agreement for Construction of Subdivision
Improvements and Reimbursement, Amended Early Grading
Agreement for Tract 4980 and, the Release of Covenant
Agreement, subject to the requirements of No. 1 above;
and 3) Direct the City Clerk to record the Final Map for
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Tract 4980, the Agreement for Construction of Subdivision
Improvements and Reimbursements, Amended Early Grading
Agreement and the Release of Covenant and Agreement,
subject to the requirements of No. 1 above.
G. Consider Request by Roam'n Relics Car Show to Hold Event
on October 24, 1999 and to Reduce City Fees. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Charge Roam'n Relics Car Club for
police direct costs as charged to the City by the County
of Ventura, charge the direct costs for staff time to
plan the event, and not charge for the use of the
Redevelopment Agency's property; and 2) Require payment
of encroachment permit fees ($40.00) and Temporary Use
Permit ($88.00) fees; and 3) Require the Roam'n Relics
Car Club to provide the City and Agency an
indemnification /hold harmless agreement and name the City
and Agency as additional insured on its insurance policy.
H. Consider a Reorqanization of the Finance Division. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Approve the addition of an Account
Technician II position in the Finance Division; and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to fill any vacancy in the
Finance Division with either an Account Clerk I or an
Account Clerk II position.
I. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1645 Rescinding Resolution No.
93 -989 Designating Certain Streets as Class II Bike Lanes
and Adopting a Revised List of Streets to be so
Designated. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No.
99 -1645 rescinding Resolution No. 93 -989 designating
certain streets as Class II Bike Lanes and adopting a
revised list of streets to be so designated.
J. Consider Resolution Rescindinq Resolution Nos. 85 -175 and 93
942 Pertaining to Parking Restrictions on Casey Road and
Establishing Revised Parking Restrictions on Said Street.
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1646
rescinding Resolution Nos. 85 -176 and 93 -942 pertaining to
parking restrictions on Casey Road and establishing revised
parking restrictions on said street.
K. Consider Approval of the Plans and Specifications for the
1999 Miscellaneous Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk Repair Project
and Authorization to Advertise for Receipt of Bids for the
Said Work. Staff Recommendation: 1) Direct staff to revise
the plans to include the areas described in Section C of
the staff report; 2) Approve the plans and specifications
for the subject project, with the above - referenced change;
and 3) Authorize staff to advertise for receipt of bids
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upon receipt of the authorization to proceed from
Caltrans.
L. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1647 Amending the FY 1999/2000
Budget to Add a Project for the Construction of Pavement
Rehabilitation and Related Work on Los Angeles Avenue
Between Spring Road and the Route 118 Freeway. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1647 amending
the FY 1999/00 Budget to fund the subject project; and 2)
Direct staff to proceed with the design for both Phase 1
and Phase 2 improvements, as described in the staff
report. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED.)
M. Consider Approval of the Plans and Specifications for the
Poindexter Avenue Widening Project and Authorization to
Advertise for Receipt of Bids for the Said Work. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Approve the plans and specifications
and authorize staff to advertise for receipt of bids upon
receipt of the authorization to proceed from Caltrans;
and 2) Direct staff to make provisions for the future
westerly extension of the parkway landscaping on
Poindexter Avenue at Sierra Avenue.
N. Consider an Extension of the Franchise Renewal
Application Filing Period. Staff Recommendation: Approve
an extension of the filing deadline for cable television
franchise renewal applications to September 1, 1999.
O. Consider Authorizinq City Manager to Approve a Two -Year
Contract with Videomax Productions, Inc., for Provision
of Cable Government Channel Production, Operations,
Maintenance, and Related Services. Staff Recommendation:
Direct City Manager to approve a new two -year agreement
with Videomax Productions, Inc., not to exceed the
increase discussed in the staff report.
P. Consider Request From Kiwanis of Moorpark to Waive Park
Rental Fees for Softball Tournament. Staff
Recommendation: Approve the request from the Kiwanis of
Moorpark to waive park rental fees associated with their
Girls Softball Tournament, provided that they pay any
direct costs incurred by the City, and grant permission
to operate temporary concession stands.
Q. Consider Budqet Amendment for Campus Canyon Park. Staff
Recommendation: Staff and the Parks and Recreation
Commission recommend that the City Council 1) Approve the
replacement of the wrought iron fence using the upgraded
specification; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1648, amending
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the FY 1999/00 Budget by appropriating $20,000 from the
Park Improvement Fund Balance for Zone 3 (2103); and 3)
Authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement with
Pederson Fence Company to perform the work. (ROLL CALL
VOTE REQUIRED).
R. Consider Budget Amendment for Villa Campesina Park. Staff
Recommendation: Staff and the Parks and Recreation
Commission recommend that the City Council approve the
purchase of two concrete picnic tables for Villa
Campesina Park, and adopt Resolution No. 99 -1649 which
amends the FY 1999/00 Budget by appropriating $2,000 from
Assessment District 84 -2 (Zone 12) (ROLL CALL VOTE
REQUIRED).
The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for
individual consideration:
A. Consider Approval of Minutes of Special City Council
Meeting of May 5, 1999.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed.
Councilmember Rodgers stated she was not present at the
meeting and wished to abstain from voting.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adopt the minutes of the May 5, 1999
Special City Council meeting as presented. The motion carried
by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers abstaining.
S. Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 99 -1650 Amendinq the
City's Classification Plan by Revising Various Job
Descriptions and Rescinding Resolution No. 99 -1619. Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1650 establishing
a Revised Classification Plan and Job Descriptions for
Non - Competitive and Competitive Service Employees and
Rescinding Resolution No. 99 -1619 (the final resolution
will include the entire Classification Plan).
Ms. Traffenstedt stated the correction being recommended
was to implement changes requested by the employees
union. She referenced a letter that had been provided to
the Council.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1650, as amended,
establishing a Revised Classification Plan and Job
Descriptions for Non - Competitive and Competitive Service
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Employees and Rescinding Resolution No. 99 -1619. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
12. ORDINANCES:
None.
13. CLOSED SESSION:
None was held.
Mr. Kueny requested the Council reconsider Item No. 10.L. to
change the date for the continuance to October 6.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to reconsider Item No. 10.L. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to rescind prior action on Item No. 10.L. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Harper seconded
a motion to continue Item No. 10.L. to October 6, 1999. The
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
14. ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote. The time was 11:25 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Deborah S. Traffenst
City Clerk