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Moorpark, California April 21, 1999
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark was held
on April 21, 1999 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 7:10 p.m.
2. INVOCATION:
Pastor Dave Wilkinson gave the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Captain Mike 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; Wayne Loftus, Acting
Director of Community Development; Ken
Gilbert, Director of Public Works; Dirk
Lovett, Assistant City Engineer; Captain Mike
Lewis, Sheriff's Department; John Libiez,
Principal Planner; Nancy Burns, Senior
Management Analyst; Graham Mitchell, Senior
Management Analyst; Deborah Traffenstedt, City
Clerk; and Blanca Garza, Deputy City Clerk.
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS:
A. Recognition of Sheriff Bob Brooks and the Moorpark Police
Department for Moorpark's Seventh Consecutive Year
Designation as the Safest City in Ventura County
Mayor Hunter recognized Sheriff Bob Brooks and the
Moorpark Police Department for Moorpark's Seventh
Consecutive Year Designation as the Safest City in
Ventura County. Sheriff Brooks introduced staff and
volunteers.
B. Presentation by Don Kendall, General Manager, Calleguas
Municipal Water District
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Eric Bergh, Manager of Resources for Calleguas Municipal
Water District, stated that he was substituting for Don
Kendall, the General Manager. Mr. Bergh provided a brief
overview of the Las Posas Basin Act for Storage and
Recovery Program. Mr. Bergh introduced Susan Mulligan,
who discussed the pipe line alignment through the
Moorpark area.
C. Proclamation for Veterans Appreciation Month, May 1999
Mayor Hunter presented a proclamation declaring May 1999,
Veterans Appreciation Month. Councilmember Wozniak
accepted the proclamation on behalf of Moorpark veterans.
D. Introduction of new City Employee, David O'Grady, Human
Resources Analyst
Mayor Hunter introduced David O'Grady, Human Resources
Analyst.
E. City Manager's Monthly Report
Mr. Kueny discussed the annual Employee Recognition
-- Event. He announced that Teresa Jones was named Full
Time Employee of the Year and Jordan Gastwirth and
Stephanie Casillas were named Part Time Employees of the
Year.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Gerald Goldstein, 11932 Los Angeles Avenue, presented his
concerns regarding groundwater quality.
Roseann Mikos, 14371 E. Cambridge Street, provided a report on
the Ventura County Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC)
meetings of March 23 and April 13, 1999, regarding transit
needs and funds for a bikeway project. She also provided
information on volunteer opportunities for the Park Mail
Assessment Ballot.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, a recess was declared to convene
the Redevelopment Agency. The time was 7:41 p.m. The Council
reconvened at 7:51 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 at
this time.)
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Councilmember Wozniak indicated he would be requesting that
Item 11.A., minutes of March 31, 1999, be pulled from the
Consent Calendar.
Mayor Hunter requested pulling Item 11.F. for discussion and
Item 11.M. for the purpose of placement on a future agenda.
Mr. Kueny recommended Items 9.A. and 9.B. be continued to May
5, 1999.
S. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Councilmember Wozniak discussed a letter from Ventura County
Transportation Commission (VCTC) requesting the billboard
company to remove the billboard on Moorpark Avenue by the end
of April.
Councilmember Rodgers wished Councilmember Wozniak a happy
birthday.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Consider Resolution No. 99- Approving the Mitigated
Negative Declaration /Environmental Assessment for the Los
Angeles Avenue (East) Widening Project. (Continued from
March 17, 1999 with public hearing closed) Staff
Recommendation: 1) Review and consider the information in
the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative
Declaration /Environmental Assessment; 2) Review and
approve the proposed Mitigation Monitoring Program
(Exhibit 1); 3) Approve the list of findings attached as
Exhibit `A' to the Resolution (Exhibit 3); and 4) Approve
the written responses to comments set forth in Exhibit 2;
and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 99- (Exhibit 3) approving
the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Expanded Initial
Study /Environmental Assessment, finding that the document
is an accurate and complete representation of the
environmental effects of the project.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to continue
the closed public hearing to May 5, 1999.
B. Consider Resolution No. 99- Approving the Mitigated
Neqative Declaration /Environmental Assessment for the Los
Anqeles Avenue /Beltramo Ranch Road Widening Project.
(Continued from March 17, 1999 with public hearing
closed) Staff Recommendation: 1) Review and consider the
information in the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative
Declaration /Environmental Assessment; 2) Review and
approve the proposed Mitigation Monitoring Program
(Exhibit 4); 3) Approve the list of findings attached as
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Exhibit `A' to the Resolution (Exhibit 6); and 4) Approve
the written responses to comments set forth in Exhibit 5;
and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 99- (Exhibit 6) approving
the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Expanded Initial
Study /Environmental Assessment, finding that the document
is an accurate and complete representation of the
environmental effects of the project.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to continue
the closed public hearing to May 5, 1999.
C. Consider Certification of the Final Environmental Impact
Report for 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), and
Development Agreement, and Continue Review and Discussion
of the Specific Plan No. 2 Project, Applicant: Morrison -
Fountainwood- Agoura. (Continued from March 17, 1999 with
public hearing open.) Staff Recommendation: 1) Discuss
the Final EIR; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1588 to certify
the Final EIR for the Moorpark Highlands Specific Plan
project, Specific Plan No. 2, and defer adoption of a
Mitigation Monitoring Plan until project approval; and 3)
Continue public hearing for discussion of General Plan
Amendment No. 95 -2, Specific Plan No. 95 -2, and Zone
Change No. 95 -4 to a date certain.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Wozniak announced
that he would not participate in the discussion due to a
potential conflict of interest related to the location of his
home and left the dais. The time was 7:56 p.m.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
Michael Greynald, 711 Daily Drive, Camarillo,
representing Morrison- Fountainwood- Agoura, requested the
Council certify the EIR.
In response to Mayor Hunter's request for a summary of
the significant impacts that cannot be fully mitigated to
less than a significant impact, Mr. Greynald stated the
significant unmitigated impacts were cumulative air
quality, loss of coastal sage scrub, and light and glare
impacts, as well as aesthetics impacts.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
-- seconded a motion to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1588 to
certify the Final EIR for the Moorpark Highlands Specific Plan
project, Specific Plan No. 2, and defer adoption of a
Mitigation Monitoring Plan until project approval; and 2)
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Continue public hearing for discussion of General Plan
Amendment No. 95 -2, Specific Plan No. 95 -2, and Zone Change
No. 95 -4 to June 16, 1999. The motion carried by voice vote
4 -0, Councilmember Wozniak absent.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Wozniak returned
to the dais. The time was 8:06 p.m.
D. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1589 Approving a Change of
Control for the Cable Television Franchise held by
Mountain Meadows Cable Television /Entertainment Express.
Ltd. To Century Cable of Northern California. Staff
Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing and take
public testimony; 2) Close the public hearing; and 3)
Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1589 approving a change of
control of the cable television franchise currently held
by Mountain Meadows Cable Television /Entertainment
Express, Ltd. to Century Communications of Northern
California subject to the conditions contained therein.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, Councilmember Rodgers left the
dais due to a potential conflict of interest. The time was
8:06 p.m.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Richard Sklar, Mountain
Meadows Cable Television, indicated concurrence with the
amendments to the resolution referenced by Mr. Nowak in
the staff report. Mr. Lee Perron, representing Century
Cable of Northern California, also indicated agreement
with the amendments.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Nowak discussed
the prohibition of a facility within a residential zone
of the City. He explained that the previously adopted
resolution required that the cable office be fully
accessible to the residents, but did not require that the
office be local.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Nowak stated it had not
been specified that the office must be located in the
City, but that there was a requirement that the service
level must be maintained.
Mr. Sklar thanked the Council and staff for their
professional service and also thanked the residents.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1589 approving a
change of control of the cable television franchise currently
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held by Mountain Meadows Cable Television /Entertainment
Express, Ltd. to Century Communications of Northern California
subject to the conditions contained therein. The motion
carried by voice vote 4 -0, Councilmember Rodgers absent.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting Councilmember Rodgers returned to
the dais. The time was 8:12 p.m.
E. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1590 to enable the Enforcement
of the California Vehicle Code in the Privately Owned
Parking Facilities Located at 3941 Spring Road (Rite -Aid)
and 3987 Spring Road (KinderCare)(Ref.: CPD95 -1, MM #1 for
Marketplace Properties) Staff Recommendation: Adopt
Resolution No. 99 -1590 declaring certain privately owned
parking facilities to be subject to certain provisions of
the California Vehicle Code.
Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1590 declaring
certain privately owned parking facilities to be subject to
certain provisions of the California Vehicle Code. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
10. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Lighting Standards for Development Projects.
(Continued from March 17, 1999) Staff Recommendation:
Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus discussed the
results of staff's survey of other cities regarding
design criteria and lighting standards. He stated the
information was being reviewed and a summary would be
provided to the Council. He stated staff was directed
that the Planning Commission review the matter in order
to initiate the proceedings to prepare a comprehensive
ordinance.
Councilmember Harper stated it was necessary to look at
styles and materials. He suggested Camarillo and Irvine
as possible examples. He stated it was also necessary to
discuss illumination levels, cut -off and color
temperature of the lights.
Mayor Hunter suggested the Planning Commission determine
if a reasonable incentive was possible to encourage older
commercial projects to come into compliance.
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Mr. Kueny stated the staff report also recommended the
retention of a lighting contractor to provide expertise
in the area. He recommended the Council direct staff to
bring back a resolution to initiate the changes to the
Zoning Code, which would then forward the matter to the
Planning Commission, and to come back with the necessary
process to retain a consultant to review lighting plans.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to direct staff to bring back a resolution
directing the Planning Commission to set the matter for study,
hearing and a recommendation on a Zoning Code amendment
pertaining to lighting standards and to bring back a
Professional Services Agreement approval request to hire an
independent contract consultant to perform lighting plan check
reviews and inspection. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
B. Consider Land Use and Circulation Alternatives for
Analysis for Specific Plan No. 1 (Hitch Ranch).
(Continued from February 17, 1999) Staff Recommendation:
Consider the Specific Plan No. 1 preliminary plans and
provide direction to applicant and staff concerning the
preparation of the Draft Environmental Impact Report and
Draft Specific Plan.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
Dennis Hardgrave, 651 Via Alondra #714, Camarillo,
representing Hitch Ranch Specific Plan No. 1, requested
Council direct staff to begin the EIR process. He
indicated he was available to answer questions.
Councilmember Harper stated he would like to have more
information on the potential of extending High Street
west and potential recreational use and funding of the
detention structure. He also requested that large one -
acre lots be utilized in the northern portion of the
project. He stated with that information to be provided,
he would be willing to proceed.
Mr. Hardgrave stated an alternative circulation plan
would be included to extend High Street. He discussed
the reconfiguration of the detention area and indicated
support of a recreational use for the area. He clarified
that an alternative plan shows the minimum lot size to be
20,000 square feet, which would be adequate for estate
homes. He stated he would review the items recommended
by Councilmember Harper.
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MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Mayor Hunter seconded
a motion to direct staff to proceed with the preparation of
the Draft EIR and Specific Plan. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
C. Consider Casey Road Traffic Signal: a) Consider Bids for
the Award of Construction Contract; b) Consider Approval
of the Selection of a Civil Engineering Firm to Provide
Construction Engineering Services for Said Project; and,
c) Consider Adoption of a Resolution Amending the FY
1998/99 Budget to Show the Revenue (Moorpark Unified
School District) and Expenditures for this Project. Staff
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following
actions: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1591 amending the FY
1998/99 Budget to show the revenue (from MUSD) and
expenditures for the subject project
(400.801.8060.xxx.xxxx); 2) Award a contract to Berry
General Engineering Contractors, Inc. in the amount of
$183,035.50 for the construction of the subject project;
3) Authorize the City Manager to approve Change Orders
for additional work, subject to receipt of input from the
Moorpark Unified School District; 4) Approve the
selection of VCE Engineering to provide construction
engineering services (contract administration and
inspection) for the project for a fee not to exceed
$32,670 plus actual cost for soils and materials testing;
and, 5) Authorize the Mayor to sign the contract
documents for the subject project. (ROLL CALL VOTE
REQUIRED)
Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Gilbert stated the
Moorpark Unified School District has taken care of the
outstanding items.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1591 amending
the FY 1998/99 Budget to show the revenue (from MUSD) and
expenditures for the subject project (400.801.8060.xxx.xxxx);
2) Award a contract to Berry General Engineering Contractors,
Inc. in the amount of $183,035.50 for the construction of the
subject project; 3) Authorize the City Manager to approve
Change Orders for additional work, subject to receipt of input
from the Moorpark Unified School District; 4) Approve the
selection of VCE Engineering to provide construction
engineering services (contract administration and inspection)
for the project for a fee not to exceed $32,670 plus actual
cost for soils and materials testing; and 5) Authorize the
Mayor to sign the contract documents for the subject project.
The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
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D. Consider Report on Proposal by Moorpark College to
Establish a Swap Meet in the Campus Parking Lot. Staff
Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Dr. James Walker
stated that parking Lots A, B, C, and D at Moorpark
College would be utilized. He explained that Lot A would
be used for parking, with Lot D available for overflow
and Lots B and C would be utilized for vendors. He
stated the initial plans have changed to include an
expanded vendor area.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Dr. Walker
explained that traffic would flow in a counterclockwise
direction around the campus to minimize the impact to the
adjacent residents.
Gerald Goldstein, 11932 Los Angeles Avenue, expressed
concern regarding the requirement for Police Officers.
Eloise Brown, 13193 Annette Street, indicated her concern
regarding traffic impacts to the adjacent residents on
Sundays.
Mayor Hunter stated that the Campus Hills Homeowners
Association had submitted a letter indicating opposition
to the proposal.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Kueny stated it
would take as long as 90 days to obtain approval of a
Conditional Use Permit.
Councilmember Harper suggested a 90 -day Temporary Use
Permit (TUP) be utilized as a trial period.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Kueny stated
the TUP could be issued for the maximum 90 -day period,
which could be extended.
Councilmember Harper stated the TUP should address issues
such as direction of flow of traffic, hours of operation,
and number of private police or security to be utilized.
Mr. Kueny stated that the off -sight issues, such as noise
and traffic, would also need to be addressed by the TUP.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus explained the
configuration of University Drive.
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-- Councilmember Evans stated he could support allowing the
swap meet on a temporary basis. He stated there may not
be a renewal if there are impacts on the adjacent
residents.
Councilmember Wozniak concurred with Councilmember Evans
and stated his major concern is traffic. He stated a TUP
for 90 days was feasible, but traffic control and
security needed to be focused upon.
Councilmember Rodgers stated that the method of cleaning
the lots, and whether machines would be used, should also
be addressed in a TUP.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated the
proposal was for the swap meet to begin at 6:00 a.m.
Mayor Hunter stated his concern with vendors beginning
set -up at 5:00 a.m. or earlier.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Dr. Walker stated that
stacking of vehicles would be done on Campus Road.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated the TUP
could be conditioned to include the indicated concerns.
Mr. Kueny stated the Council should provide direction if
it desired to issue a TUP for less than 90 days.
Mayor Hunter stated he would prefer a shorter TUP period.
Mr. Loftus stated the TUP could be structured to require
a review during the 90 -day period, at which time the TUP
could be revoked.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Dr. Walker stated the
College would enter into a contract with the promoter
with an escape clause to allow discontinuance if problems
arise. Councilmember Evans stated he could support a 90-
day TUP if Dr. Walker also has the ability to terminate.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Mr. Kueny stated
the TUP could be issued at the staff level. He suggested
a condition be added requiring the promoter to file an
application for a CUP. He suggested the Council direct
staff that reviews should occur after each 30 -day period.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to direct staff to require the filing of a
conditional use permit application and to issue a temporary
special use permit with three consecutive 30 -day review
periods, with a status report to be provided to Council at the
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end of each 30 -day period, and conditions of approval to be
imposed to address concerns regarding circulation, traffic
control, noise, and start time. The motion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
E. Presentation by Douglas Tapking, Area Housing Authority
Executive Director, regarding Ventura Cities Mortgage
Financing Authority.
Douglas Tapking, Area Housing Authority Executive
Director, discussed affordable housing needs in Ventura
County and Moorpark and affordable housing programs. He
presented the proposal to develop a joint powers
agreement to create the Ventura Cities Mortgage Financing
Authority.
F. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1592 Approving Participation
in a Joint Powers Agreement Creating the Ventura Cities
Mortgage Financing Authority. Staff Recommendation: Adopt
Resolution No. 99 -1592 approving the Joint Powers
Agreement creating the Ventura Cities Mortgage Financing
Authority and the City of Moorpark joining as a member,
subject to final language approval by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Gerald Goldstein, 11932 Los Angeles Avenue, stated a
joint powers agreement was a means of overriding a vote
of the people.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Nowak stated
there is no direct cost to the City and that the City
Attorney has reviewed the agreement and indicated there
is no exposure to the City.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Tapking stated the
Cities of Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks and Camarillo have
adopted resolutions approving the agreement.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1592 approving
the Joint Powers Agreement creating the Ventura Cities
Mortgage Financing Authority and the City of Moorpark joining
as a member, subject to final language approval by the City
Manager and City Attorney. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote.
AT THIS POINT in the meeting, the Council took a recess. The time
was 9:17 p.m. The Council reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
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G. Consider Introduction of Ordinance No. 253 Amending the
Municipal Code by Adopting the Current Editions of the
Uniform Building Code, National Electrical Code, Uniform
Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Housing
Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings and the Uniform Administrative Code. Staff
Recommendation: Introduce Ordinance No. 253 for first
reading and schedule a public hearing and second reading
for May 19, 1999.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Ms. Traffenstedt read the title of Ordinance No. 253.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to waive further reading and read the
ordinance title only. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to declare Ordinance No. 253 introduced on
first reading. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council scheduled a public
hearing and second reading for May 19, 1999.
H. Consider Resolution No. 99- Establishing Certain
Parking Restrictions on Christian Barrett Drive at
Trailcrest Drive. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
No. 99- establishing "No Stopping Anytime" zones on
Christian Barrett Drive immediately east and west of
Trailcrest Drive.
Mr. Gilbert gave the staff report.
Michael Olinyk, 4168 Greenbush Lane, stated they did not
support a no parking zone but suggested a 3 -way stop and
cross walk. He discussed the limited sight distance at
the intersection.
Debbie West, 4182 Trailcrest Drive, provided Council with
a petition signed by area residents requesting a 3 -way
stop sign, cross walks and a caution light.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Gilbert stated he did
not believe the intersection would meet warrants for a 3-
way stop. He stated painted crosswalks at uncontrolled
intersections are proven to be less safe.
Mayor Hunter stated the Council previously approved a
stop sign at Countrywood Drive and Broadview Drive where
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warrants were not met. He stated the intersection may not
meet warrants but some sort of intervention is necessary.
Councilmember Evans concurred that some intervention is
necessary. He stated there is a need to install a stop
sign at the intersection.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Kueny stated the
crossing guard serving Peach Hill Elementary School is
located at the Peach Hill Road /Christian Barrett Drive
intersection.
Councilmember Harper suggested the possibility of a
second crossing guard. He discussed the suggested
elimination of parking at Trailcrest and Christian
Barrett Drives.
Mr. Kueny discussed the parking available at Peach Hill
Park. Mr. Kueny suggested use of the Park lot in
conjunction with the School District lot.
Mr. Gilbert stated no parking for 100 feet would mean a
loss of 10 parking spaces.
Mr. Kueny suggested directing staff to review the issues
and bring it back on the next agenda. He stated the
issues of limiting parking, line -of- sight, centerline
striping and coordinating parking with Peach Hill School
and Park could be explored.
Mayor Hunter supported moving forward with adoption of
the resolution as an interim measure.
Councilmember Harper suggested elimination of parking
during certain hours. He suggested the possibility of a
crossing guard be reviewed.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council continued the item to
May 5, 1999.
I. Consider Report from the Affordable Housing /Communit
Development Committee (Mayor Hunter / Councilmember Evans)
on Processing Projects in the Downtown Specific Plan
Area. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed
appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Loftus explained
the appeal process, which allowed the Council to provide
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input on the Community Development Department's intent to
take action.
In response to Mayor Hunter, Mr. Loftus stated an appeal
period could be established for the applicant. Mr. Kueny
suggested that the appeal process be the same as the
procedure for appealing Planning Commission decisions to
the City Council.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Col
motion to direct staff to bring
proposed Zoning Code Amendment,
Commission to set the matter
recommendation, and to address the
carried by unanimous voice vote.
incilmember Evans seconded a
back a resolution for the
requesting the Planning
for study, hearing and
appeal process. The motion
J. Consider Information Pertaining to Housing Rehabilitation
Loan Program - Erickson. Staff Recommendation: That
Option 2 described in the staff report be adopted by the
City Council for the City housing rehabilitation program.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Eloise Brown, 13193 Annette Street, stated the loan was
generous on the part of the City. She suggested the
Council obtain the real cost on the roof. She stated she
did not consider the neighborhood to be blighted.
In response to Councilmember Evans, Mr. Nowak stated
verified estimates have not yet been obtained.
In response to Councilmember Harper, Mr. Nowak stated the
roof leaked and that the recommendation was for a
composite type roof that would blend with the
neighborhood. He explained the intent of the
rehabilitation program, which allows for aesthetic type
improvements. Councilmember Harper stated he was not
clear on the rationale for committing public funds for
back yard aesthetic improvements.
In response to Councilmember Rodgers, Mr. Nowak stated
interest only was being charged, with the remainder
deferred to the point of sale.
Mayor Hunter stated that he supported Option No. 2.
-- Councilmember Harper stated he would support the staff
recommendation, but requested review of appropriate
improvements available under the loan. Mr. Kueny
suggested a requirement that the roof be consistent with
the CC &Rs.
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MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to approve Option No. 2 described in the
staff report. The motion carried by voice vote 4 -1,
Councilmember Evans dissenting.
K. Consider the Mobile Home Rehabilitation Loan Program.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the modifications to the
mobile home rehabilitation loan program as indicated in
the staff report.
Mr. Nowak gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter stated the request appears to be reasonable.
He stated his initial concern was that the threshold was
low.
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to approve the modifications to the Mobile
Home Rehabilitation Loan Program as indicated in the staff
report. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
L. Consider ADDointment of Citv Representative to Serve on
the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory
Committee. Staff Recommendation: Appoint a member of the
City Council to be the City's representative on the Santa
Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee and
potentially appoint a new alternate, or direct staff to
advertise for a citizen representative and schedule
consideration of a citizen appointment for the Council's
June 2, 1999 meeting.
Ms. Traffenstedt gave the staff report.
Councilmember Evans stated the appointment requires a
substantial investment of time to attend meetings, due to
location, as well as time to review required reading
material. He stated it was important to keep the
appointment at the Council level.
Mayor Hunter indicated he would like to serve as the
representative.
Mr. Kueny suggested asking the Parks and Recreation
Commissioners if one would like to serve as the
alternate.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, Mayor Hunter was appointed as the
City's representative, with the alternate left vacant.
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M. Consider Amendment to City Schedule of Land Use
Development Preliminary Processing Fee Deposits. Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1593 establishing
revised land use deposit fees and rescinding Resolution
No. 98 -1551.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 99 -1593 establishing
revised Land Use Deposit Fees and rescinding Resolution No.
98 -1551. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
N. Consider Report Related to SR -118. Staff Recommendation:
Direct staff as deemed appropriate.
Mr. Loftus gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter discussed the meeting to be held by
Assemblyman Strickland on May 6 at the Moorpark Community
Center.
Councilmember Harper stated he would prefer to not see an
expanded port at Port Hueneme, due to traffic impacts on
State Route 118. He stated the Council may want to take
a position opposing port expansion.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to receive
and file the report.
O. Consider Resolution No. 99- , Adopting Revised Rules
of Procedure for Council Meetings and Related Functions
and Activities and Rescinding Resolution No. 98 -1495.
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99-
Ms. Traffenstedt gave the staff report.
Mayor Hunter proposed additional amendments to the
Council's rules of procedures. He suggested a 5- minute
time limit for public hearing speakers, with 3 minutes at
additional meetings. He also suggested time limits for
applicants during public hearings. Mr. Kueny suggested
the City Attorney provide input on the recommendations.
Councilmember Harper concurred that speakers be allotted
5 minutes at the initial hearing, and 3 minutes for
subsequent hearings.
Mayor Hunter suggested meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in
lieu of a third meeting each month. Mr. Kueny stated a
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change in official starting time would require adoption
of an ordinance amending the Municipal Code.
CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council directed staff to review
Council recommended revisions with the City Attorney and then
reschedule for Council action.
P. Consider Authorizing City Manager to Approve a
Professional Services Agreement between the City of
Moorpark and DMG- Maximus /Norman Roberts and Associates,
Inc. for Recruitment Services for the Director of
Community Development Position. Staff Recommendation:
Authorize the City Manager to approve the standard
Professional Services Agreement between the City of
Moorpark and DMG- Maximus /Norman Roberts and Associates,
Inc.
Ms. Traffenstedt gave the staff report.
In response to Councilmember Wozniak, Ms. Traffenstedt
stated the local Moorpark firm was not included due to
its lack of experience in public sector recruitments.
— Councilmember Evans suggested Mr. LaPerch be interviewed.
Mr. Kueny stated the City would be better served
utilizing a firm with public sector experience.
MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Rodgers
seconded a motion to authorize the City Manager to approve the
standard Professional Services Agreement between the City of
Moorpark and DMG- Maximus /Norman Roberts and Associates, Inc.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar, with the
exception of Items 11.A., 11.F., 11.I., 11.L., and 11.M. The
motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
B. Consider Approval of Warrant Register of April 7, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Manual Warrants 43958 - 43959 $ 97,056.62
44070 - 44078 & 44112
Voided Warrants 43874 & 43947 $ (6,793.48)
43960 - 43962
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Regular Warrants 44079 - 44111 - D $418,468.97
44113 - 44165 - V $ 46,743.26
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
C. Consider Approval of Warrant Register of April 21, 1999.
Fiscal Year 1998/99
Manual Warrants 44166 - 44193
Voided Warrants
Regular Warrants
43972 & 44047 &
44077
$ 37,730.37
$ (1,403.00)
44194 - 44244 - D $ 311,851.02
44245 - 44325 - V $ 283,881.79
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Register.
D. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1594 Approving the Moorpark
Redevelopment Agency's Issuance of Tax Allocation Bonds
to Refinance the Agency's 1993 Tax Allocation Bonds.
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 99 -1594
approving the issuance by the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Moorpark of Tax Allocation Bonds to refund the
Agency's outstanding Moorpark Redevelopment Project 1993
Tax Allocation Bonds.
E. Consider Acquisition of New Dump Truck. Staff
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the
attached specifications and authorize staff to solicit
price quotes for a new dump truck.
G. Consider Chancre to the Scope of Work for the 1999 Asuhalt
Overlay Project. Staff Recommendation: That the City
Council approve a change to the scope of work for the
1999 A/C Overlay Project by adding Spring Road between
the Arroyo Simi Bridge and Peach Hill Road.
H. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1595 Establishing a "No
Parking - Bus Stop" Zone on Spring Road South of Charles
Street. Staff Recommendation: That the City Council
adopt Resolution No. 99 -1595 establishing "No Parking -
Bus Stop" zone on a portion of the east side of Spring
Road, south of Charles Street.
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J. Consider Resolution No. 99 -1596 Expressing Opposition to
Proposed 411 Rate Increase by SBC /Pac Bell. Staff
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution
No. 99 -1596 expressing the City's opposition to the
proposed SBC /Pac Bell rate increase requests.
K. Consider Agreement to Purchase Tax - Defaulted Properties.
Staff Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the
Mayor to execute the "Agreement to Purchase Tax - Defaulted
Property" and the City to pay the amount of $24,500 from
its Community Development Block Grant funds for the
acquisition costs. (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 March 17, 1999.
Consider Approval of Minutes of Special City Council
Meeting of March 31, 1999.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed.
Councilmember Wozniak indicated he would not be voting on
approval of the Minutes of March 31, 1999, due to not
being present at the meeting.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to approve the minutes as processed. The
motion carried by voice vote 4 -0, with Councilmember Wozniak
abstaining.
F. Consider Approval of the Plans and Specifications for the
Tierra Rejada Road Inlet Project and Authorization to
Advertise for Receipt of Bids for the Said Work. Staff
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the plans
and specifications and authorize staff to advertise for
receipt of bids upon receipt of the Ventura County Flood
Control District (VCFCD) Permit.
Mayor Hunter indicated he pulled the item to inform the
public of drainage problems on Tierra Rejada Road and
that this action should provide relief.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded
a motion to approve the plans and specifications and authorize
staff to advertise for receipt of bids upon receipt of the
VCFCD Permit. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
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I. Consider Co- Sponsorship of Public Forum on Highway 118
with Assemblyman Strickland. Staff Recommendation: That
the City Council agree to be a co- sponsor of the public
forum on the Highway 118 issues with Assemblyman
Strickland.
Councilmember Evans indicated he pulled the item to
inform the public of the Forum.
MOTION: Councilmember Evans moved and Councilmember Harper
seconded a motion to agree to be a co- sponsor of the public
forum on the Highway 118 issues with Assemblyman Strickland.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
L. Consider Releasinq Suretv Bond No. SCR 709 -53 -29 for Work
Associated with Widening Improvements on New Los Angeles
Avenue in Conjunction with Parcel Map 3828 (Moorpark R &T
Center). Staff Recommendation: Authorize the City Clerk
to exonerate Bond No. SCR 709- 53 -29.
Mayor Hunter indicated he had pulled the item in error.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded
a motion to authorize the City Clerk to exonerate Bond No. SCR
709- 53 -29. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
M. Consider Request for the Construction of a Traffic Signal
at the Intersection of Los Angeles Avenue (State Route
118) and Montair Drive (American Products, Inc.). Staff
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council
take no action on the subject request.
Mayor Hunter requested the item be agendized for May 19,
1999, for additional discussion.
MOTION: Mayor Hunter moved and Councilmember Evans seconded
a motion to continue the item to May 19, 1999. The motion
carried by unanimous voice vote.
12. ORDINANCES:
None.
13. CLOSED SESSION:
None was held.
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14. ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Evans
seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote. The time was 11:02 p.m.
ATTEST:
Deborah S. Traffens edt
City Clerk
,pter, Mayor