HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969-09-15 (5) MINUTES
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California.
Monday, September 15, 1969
Mayor Green called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach to order at 4: 30 P.M.
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all present in the Council Chamber.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Bartlett, McCracken, Green, Matney, Kaufman,
Shipley (arrived 4: 54 P.M. ) , Coen (arrived 4: 52 P.M. )
Councilmen Absent: None
MINUTES - DEFERRED
On motion by Kaufman, Council deferred action on the approval and adop-
tiQn of the minutes of the regular meeting of September 2, 1969, to a,
later portion of the meeting due to insufficient vote . Motion carried .
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T C SALE NO 1063 - COUNTY OF ORANGE
The City Administrator presented a communication from the County Tax
Collector stating their intention to sell at public auction, the follow-
ing described property - Lots 9 and 11, Block 217, AP#23 162-10, located
north of Walnut Avenue and west of Seventeenth Street, for a, minimum
bid of $6,000 .00 pursuant to Division 1, Part 6, Chapter S, Article 2
of the Revenue and Taxation Code . The Assistant City Administrator
recommended purchase of said lots .
On motion by Green, Council objected to T. C . Sale #1063, authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement to purchase Lots 9
and 11, Block 217 for a, minimum bid of $6,000. 00, pursuant to provisions
of Division 1, Part 6, Chapter S, of the Revenue and Taxation Code,
State of California; agreed to guarantee expenses of purchase and sale
as set forth in Section 3793 .6 of said Code, and directed the Finance
Director to draw a warrant in the amount of $6,000.00 when billed by
the County. The motion passed by the following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmen : Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Green
NOES : Councilmen : None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley, Coen
REPORT & RECOMMENDATION - ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS
The City Administrator presented a, transmittal of report and recommen-
dation of landscape architectural firms for the development of Huntington
Central Park, together with a. rough draft of a contract for architectural
services prepared by the Huntington Beach Design Review Board and the
Recreation and Parks Commission .
Discussion was held by Council pertaining to the selection of a. landscape
architectural firm for the development of plans for the Central City
Park.
Mr. Dave Wilson_ , Chairman of the Design Review Board addressed Council
regarding this matter.
On motion by Kaufman, Council directed that the landscape architectural
firm of Eckbo, Dean, Austin and Williams be employed for the development
of plans for the Central City Park, and authorized the Administrator to
negotiate a. fee within the general terms of the proposed agreement and
scope . The motion passed by the following roll call vote :
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley, Coen
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on motion by Kaufman, Council approved the Master List of Landscape
Architects prepared by the Design Review Board and the Recreation and
Parks Commission for use over a, three year period in future selection
of landscape architects, subject to revision, on recommendation of the
Recreation and Parks Commission . The motion was passed by the follow-
ing�, rQjl call vote :
AYES: Councilmen : Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley, Coen
APPOINTMENT - RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION APPROVED
The City Administrator informed Council of a, request from the Fountain
Valley School District that Mr . Dennis Mangers be appointed as the
District ' s representative to the Recreation and -Parks Commission, fill-
ing the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr . Dale Coogan.
On motion by Bartlett, Council appointed Mr. Dennis Mangers to a term
on the Recreation and Parks Commission, expiring June 30, 1970 filling
the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. Dale Coogan, and further
directed that a. Certificate of Service be prepared for presentation to
Mr. Coogan in appreciation for his services to the Recreation and Parks
Commission . Motion carried .
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ULI REPORT ON LAND USE
The City Administrator informed Council of a report prepared by the Urban
Land Institute Citizens Steering Committee setting forth their recommen-
dations regarding the highest and best use of property located at the
southwest corner of Atlanta Avenue and Beach Boulevard .
No action was taken on this matter at this time .
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FINANCING OF CITY BUILDINGS
The City Administrator suggested that Council meet in study session with
representatives of Dillingham Company for the purpose of hearing proposals
for financing the new Civic Center and Police Facility construction .
Mayor Green stated that this matter would be discussed at an adjourned
meeting to be called at the conclusion of this meeting .
SUA STUDY - SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW LIBRARY
The City Administrator requested that Council again consider authoriz-
ing the expenditure of $5500. 00 for a, space needs study for the new
library to be performed by Space Utilization Analysis, Inc .
Mayor Green stated that this matter would also be discussed at the
adjourned meeting to be called .
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ULI STUDY AND PRESENTATION SCHEDULED
The City Administrator requested that Council set a date for a joint meet-
ing with the ULI Citizens Steering Committee to hear their presentation
regarding the Top of the Pier Parking Authority expansion study.
Mayor Green stated that he intended to call an informal meeting of the
Council as a, Committee-of-the-Whale for Monday, October 13, 1969, at
7: 30 P.M. to meet with the ULI Citizens Steering Committee .
DISTRIBUTION OF "701" FUNDS
The City Administrator informed Council that a, bill pertaining to the dis-
tribution of "701"funds-Federal Funds from the Department of Housing and
Development to municipal Planning Departments - is presently under eon
si.deration in the House .of Representatives . He - stated that the 'purpose
of this proposed bill would be to regulate and set forth limitations regard-
ing the use of Municipal Planning Staffs on City projects .
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SPECIAL DISTRICTS REPORT
The City Administrator presented a memorandum recommending that Council
approve the Citizens Committee ' s recommendations on Special Districts,
as amended to eliminate the Sunset Beach Lighting District, subject to
Southern California. Edison Company servicing the District .
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the Citizens Committee ' s recom-
mendations on Special Districts as amended . Motion carried .
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PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL - HB BOARD OF REALTORS
Mrs . Ruth Ann Gibbs, Map Committee Chairman of the Huntington Beach-
Fountain Valley Board of Realtors, addressed Council and stated that
the Board wished to present copies of the street maps of the City, which
had been specially prepared by the Board of Realtors,,to the Council.
MINUTES - APPROVED
On motion by Bartlett, the minutes of the regular meeting of September 2,
1969, were approved and adopted as prepared and mailed by the City Clerk.
The motion passed , with Councilman McCracken and Councilman Matney
abstaining from the vote:
MULTI-FAMILY ZONING STUDY
The Clerk presented a, transmittal from the Planning Director of a Multi-
family Zoning Study of the city completed by the Master Plan Sub-
Committee of the Planning Commission . Council requested at the meeting
of July 21, 1969, that this study be conducted to determipe the advis-
ability of rezoning portions of the city from multi-family zone
classifications .
A motion was made by Councilman Matney to retain this study for further
review, bL*the motion was withdrawn before being voted upon .
Mayor Green appointed Councilman Matney and Councilman Shipley to a.
Committee, together with Planning Commissioner Chairman Roger Slates,
to study this matter and report to Council at the meeting of October 20,
1969.
Mayor Green then ordered the Multi-family Zoning Study submitted by the
Planning Commission and Planning Department received and filed ,
REZONING STUDY
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director of a
Rezoning Study prepared by the Planning Commission on property located
on the west side of Springdale Street, approximately 800 feet south of
Edinger Avenue . As a result of this study, it wa.s the unanimous deci-
sion of the Planning Commission to delay the initiation of rezoning
proceedings, to await removal of the nonconforming use in the area
approximately five years
Mayor Green ordered the rezoning study as prepared by the Planning
Commission received and filed . -
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FINAL TRACT MAP NO 6933 - BRAEMAR CORP APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of Tract Map 6933 for adoption as follows: Developer: Braemar
Corporation, P.O. Box 2175, Newport Beach, California; Location: 660. 14
feet west of Edwards Street, and 460 feet south of Warner Avenue; Acreage:
11.090 Lots: 41. This map had been examined and certified by the
Director of Public Works and the Secretary to the Planning Commission as
being substantially in conformance with the tentative map as filed ,
amended and approved by the Planning Commission .
The City Council may approve the map, accept the improvements offered
for dedication subject to the completion of requirements as shown, and
instruct the City Clerk that he may affix his signature to the map and
deposit same with any licensed title company after receipt of a, writing
from such company stating that it will cause preliminaty processing of
such map by the County, but will not record said map or cause it to be
recorded until the completion of all the following conditions, and receipt
by such title company of prior written consent to record said map, from
the City Clerk.
1. Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and inspec-
tions .
2 . The developer and the City shall enter into negotiation for dedica-
tion and purchase of the park site designated Lot "A" .
3. Bond for improvements .
4 . Subdivision agreement .
5 . Certificate of insurance.
6 . Bond for monuments .
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted offers of dedication as shown on
Final Tract Map No. 6933, and adopted the map subject to conditions
stipulated by the Planning Commission by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ASSESSMENT DIST 6601 - SEWER PROJECT - EXTENSION OF TIME APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
a, communication from R. M. Vukanovich, Contractor, requesting a 20 day
extension of time and postponement of starting date to September 22,
1969, on a sewer installation in Gregory Lane and Laura Circle in con-
nection with Assessment District No. 6601 . The Public Works Director
recommended that the request be approved .
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the reque-st from Mr . R. -M.
Vukanovich, Contractor, for a 20 day extention of time and postpone-
ment of starting date to September 22, 1969, on sewer installations in
Gregory Lane and Laura Circle, in conjunction with Assessment District
No . 6601. The motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
DEDICATION OF IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT NO 5191 - MEREDITH CO - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for
release of the Improvement and Monument Bond, and the termination of
the Subdivision Agreement in Tract No. 5191 - Meredith Company.
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On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted improvements dedicated for public
use in Tract No. 5191; authorized the release of the Improvement and
Monument Bonds and termination of the Subdivision Agreement, and directed
that the developer be notified by the City Clerk and the bonding company
be notified by the City Treasurer of the termination of this bond . The
motion was passed by the following roll call vote :
AYES : Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen : None
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DEDICATION OF IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT NO 5904 - 1iARB0UR EAST CO - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for
release of the faithful performance portion of the Improvement Bond
only and the Monument Bond in Tract No . 5904 -- IIarbour East Company .
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted improvements dedicated for public
use in Tract No . 5904; authorized the release of the faithful, perform-
ance portion of the Improvement Bond only and tkie Monument Bond, and
directed that the developer be notified by the City Clerk and the bond-
ing company be notified by the City Treasurer of the termination of
this bond . The motion wa,s passed by the following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmen : Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
STGNALIZATiON - PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY - CC-114
The Clerk presented a, transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
plans, specifications and Notice Inviting Sealed bids for the signaliza-
tion of Pacific Coast Highway at Golden West Street, First Street and
Huntington Street, and modification of signals at Main Street - Project
CC-114 - for an estimated cost of $75,000. 00, to be shared equally with
the State of California,.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the plans and specifications
for the signalization of said highway and streets and the modification
of signals at Main Street - Project CC-114 - and directed the City
Clerk to advertise for bids when the project is released by the Director
of Public Works . The motion was passed by the following roll call. vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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STORM DRAIN - CIIRISTY DRIVE
The Clerk presented a, transmittal from the Director of Public Works
recommending that a. combination of City forces and subcontracting would
be the most economical method of providing a, storm drain .to abate a,
drainage problem in the vicinity of Christy Dx•i_ve and Bradbury Lane .
The approximate cost of this project would be $1000. 00 for pipe and
$2000 .00 for installation .
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the recommendation of the
Department of Public Works; authorized the purchase of pipe by the
Purchasing Department, and directed the Public Works Director to
negotiate a, contract for the installation of a, storm drain at said
location, by the following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmen : Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen : None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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NOTICE OF COMPLETION - LARK CONSTRUCTION - CC-117
The Clerk presented a, communication from the Director of Public Works
stating that work on the Springdale Street Storm Drain - Project CC-117,
had been satisfactorily completed , and recommending Council accept the
work on said project .
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted the work on Project CC-117 -
Springdale Street Storm Drain, completed by Lark Construction Company,
and directed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the Orange
County Recorder . Motion carried .
AUTHORIZATION FOR PAYMENT - MAGNOLIA STREET IMPROVEMENTS - CC-128
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
a, resolution to expend funds from the Sewer Fund for the purpose of pay-
ing $125 .00 application fees to the Orange County Sanitation District,
for five connections to their trunk line in Magnolia, Street in connection
with the Magnolia, Street Improvement project .
The Clerk read Resolution No . 3045 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
MONEY FROM THE SEWER FUND. "
On motion by Kaufman, Council waived further reading of Resolution No . 3o45,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen : None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
The City Administrator requested Council ' s authorization for a, maximum
expenditure of $15,000. 00 from the Music and Promotion Fund for street
and Civic Center Christmas decorations . The amount requested includes
cost of materials as well as installation.
On motion by Bartlett, Council authorized an expediture, not to exceed
$1.5,000.00, from the Music and Promotion Fund for street and Civic Center
Christmas decorations by the following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen : None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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RECRUITMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL; SERVICES - NEW CITY YARD - APPROVED
The City Administrator requested authorization to proceed with the
recruitment of an architect for the new City Yard project .
On motion by Kaufman, Council authorized the City Administrator to pro-
ceed with recruitment of an architect for the new City Yard project .
Motion carried .
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LETTER OF RESIGNATION - LYNN HOTTENSTETN KING - LIBRARY BOARD
The City Clerk presented a, communication from Mrs . Lynn King, submitting
her resignation as a, member of the Library Board .
On motion by Coen, Council accepted the resignation of Mrs . Lynn King,
with regret, and directed that a Certificate of Service be prepared for
presentation to Mrs . King, in appreciation of her services to the Library
Board . Motion carried .
The City Librarian stated that he would consult with the Library Board
and submit, a, name for appointment to fill the vacancy on the Board created
by Mrs . King' s resignation .
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CONTRACT - GOLDEN COAST LABORATORY CORPORATION - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal of an agreement between the City and
the Golden Coast Laboratory Corporation to provide the city with
Breathalizer tests and blood alcohol analyses service, for Council con-
sideration.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the contract between the City
and Golden Coast Laboratory Corporation for Breathalizer tests and blood
alcohol analyses services, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute same on behalf of the City. Motion carried .
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT - OVERCROWDING OF DWELLINGS - RECEIVED AND FILED
The Clerk presented a, transmittal of an opinion from the City Attorney,
together with memorandums from the Director of Building and Safety and
Chief of Police, regarding the possibility of regulating the number of
occupants per dwelling in the City. Considerable discussion was held
on the matter by the Council.
On motion by Kaufman, the City Attorney' s Opinion and the memorandums
from the Building Director and Chief of Police were received and filed .
Motion carried .
LIFEGUARD AGREEMENT - ORANGE COUNTY - HARBOR DISTRICT - APPROVED
The Clerk presented an agreement between the City of Huntington Beach
and the Orange County Harbor District providing for the furnishing of
lifeguard services to the unincorpora,te,d areas adjacent to the City,
for the fiscal year 1969-70.
On motion by Coen, Council approved the agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and the Orange County Harbor District, for lifeguard
services to the unincorporated areas adjacent to the City for Fiscal
Year 1969-70, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said
agreement on behalf of the City. Motion carried .
LIFEGUARD AGREEMENT - COUNTY OF ORANGE - APPROVED
The Clerk presented an agreement between the City of Huntington Beach
and the County of Orange for the County' s contribution for lifeguard
services provided by the City on City beaches .
On motion by Coen, Council approved the agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and the County of Orange for their contribution for
the the financing of lifeguard services provided by the City. Motion
carried .
ORDINANCE NO 1524 - CODE AMENDMENT NO 68-12 - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1524 a second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 98, AND ADDING
THERETO SECTIONS PERTAINING TO REGULATIONS OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BEFORE
THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS .
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No. 1524,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen : None
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ORDINANCE NO 1525 - CODE AMENDMENT - DESIGN REVIEW BOARD -- ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1525 a, second reading by title -- "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9851. 1 RELATING TO MEMBERS OF THE
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1525,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote :
AYES : Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ORDINANCE NO 1527 - ZONE CASE 69-23 - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1527 a, second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR
CHANGE OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF WILLIAMS
AVENUE, APPROXIMATELY 125 FEET WEST OF BEACH BOULEVARD (ZONE CHANGE CASE
NO. 69-23) . "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1527,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote :
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney ,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ORDINANCE,NO '1-526 - ZONE CASE 69-17 - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1526 a, second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING ,SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF EDINGER AVENUE,
WEST OF THE MARINA HIGH SCHOOL SITE (A PORTION OF ZONE CHANGE CASE
No . 69-17) . "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1526 .
When put to a, vote the motion passed unanimously.
On motion by Coen, Ordinance No. 1526 wa,s passed and adopted by the
following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmen : Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: Matney
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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ORDINANCE NO 1528 - ZONE CASE 69-24 - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1528 a, first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061-THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWESTERN SIDE OF ADMIRALTY
DRIVE, EXTENDING NORTHWESTERLY APPROXIMATELY PARALLEL WITH PACIFIC COAST
HIGHWAY FOR A DISTANCE OF 1050 FEET. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1528.
When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO 1529 - ZONE CASE 69-25 - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No . 1529 a, first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTTNGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF BUSHARD
STREET AND ATLANTA AVENUE. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1529.
When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO 1530 - PRECISE PLAN 69-2 - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1530 a, first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING DISTRICT MAP 31 TO INCLUDE PRECISE PLAN
N0. 69-2, ALIGNING ELM AND ASH STREETS AND CYPRESS AND SYCAMORE AVENUES. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No . 1530 .
When -put to a, vQte the motion ,passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO 1531 - SPEED LIMITS ON GOTHARD STREET - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1531 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTION 6171. 1 OF
THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE TO ESTABLISH A PRIMA FACIE SPEED
LIMIT ON GOTHARD STREET . "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No. 1531.
When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO 3o46 - SUSPENDS ISSUANCE OF BLDG PERMITS - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3046 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH SUSPENDING THE ISSUANCE OF
BUILDING, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, SIGN AND OTHER- PERMITS IN THE PARKING
AUTHORITY PROJECT FOR A PERIOD OF SIXTY DAYS. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No. 3046,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO 30�+7 - IMPROVEMENTS OF SANTA ANA RIVER - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No . 3047 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH RELATING TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS '
WORK ON THE SANTA ANA RIVER AND URGING EXPEDIENCY THEREOF. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No. 3047
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote :
AYES : Councilmen : Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney,
Coen, Green
NOES : Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO 3o48 - STANDARDS OF SANTA ANA RIVER WATER - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3048 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH RELATING TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS '
WORK ON THE SANTA ANA RIVER AND URGING EXPEDIENCY THEREOF. "
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No. 3048 ,
and passed and adopted same by the following unanimous roll call vote.
AYES : Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney
Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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Report Requested - Atlantic/Beach Property
Councilman Kaufman stated that a, report had been received from Mr. Monte
Nitzkowski, Chairman of the Urban Land Institute Citizens Steering Com-
mittee, relative to the highest and best use of property located at the
southwest corner of Atlanta, Avenue and Beach Boulevard . It' was the
recommendation of the committee that, if Council approves the Top of the
Pier Parking Authority expansion and civic auditorium construction or
similar public buildings , this property has a, higher and better use than
high density residential.
On motion by Coen, Councildirected the staff to prepare a report making
recommendations on the highest and best use of subject property , Motion
carried .
Permission for Absence from State - Councilman Coen
Councilman Coen requested and was granted permission to be absent from
the State from Sgptember 20 through 27, 1969.
Election of Mayor Green as President of the Orange County League of Cities
Councilman Matney announced that Mayor Green had been elected President
of the Orange County Division of the League of California Cities and
congratulated the Mayor on behalf of the Council.
Appointment of Citizens - Multi-family Zoning Study
Councilman Matney requested and was granted permission to appoint two or
three interested individuals from the community to the Multi-Family Zon-
ing Study Committee.
COMMENTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
Report - Emergency Fire Communications
Fire Chief Picard announced that the first phase of the Joint Powers
Agreement on Emergency Fire Communications had started with a joint
operation between the City and the City of Westminster; that plans to
phase in the City of Seal Beach would be completed within the week, with
the City of Fountain Valley following soon thereafter .
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RESOLUTION NO 3o4g,. - COMPENSATION PLAN - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3049 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH RELATING TO A COMPENSATION PLAN. "
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No . 3049. When put to a, vote the motion passed unanimously.
On motion by Coen, Resolution No. 3049 was passed and adopted by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: Matney
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
SALARY STUDY - MERIT INCREASES
On motion by Matney, Council directed the City Administrator to conduct
a study regarding merit salary increases for Department Heads for report
to Council on November 2, 1969_.- Motion carried .
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD APPOINTMENT - M W BROTEMARKLE - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a, communication from the Secretary of the Design
Review Board recommending that Mr. Michael Brotemarkle be appointed to
fill the unexpired term of Kenneth Beidman as a. member of the Board .
On motion by Shipley, Council appointed Mr. Michael Brotemarkle to fill
the vacancy on the Design Review Board with term to expire June 30, 1970,
as a replacement for Mr. Kenneth Beidman who resigned . Motion carried .
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ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO 11 - APPOINTMENT
The Clerk informed Council that Councilman Matney had been serving as
the delegate to the Sanitation District #11 Board in the absence of
Councilman Shipley during the months of July, August and September, 1969.
He stated that the alternate to any Sanitation District Board can only
serve legally in place of, the Mayox in. his absence, and that Council
should consider appointing Council Matney as the temporary delegate
for those months .
Mayor Green then appointed Councilman Matney as temporary delegate to
the Orange County Sanitation District #11 Board during the months of
July, August and September, 1969 .
On motion by Bartlett, Council apprcved the appointment of Councilman
Matney as the City' s temporary delegate to Sanitation District #11
Board . Motion carried .
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL PERMIT - "GILLIGAN 'S ISLE" - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a letter of appeal from Mr . Robert J . Calvert,
19897 Burnley Lane, City, to the denial by the City Clerk of a, business
license to operate the business of beer bar known as "Gilligan ' s Isle"
at 210 Fifth Street, City.
The Clerk informed the Council that he had found nothing detrimental to
Mr. Calvert or his proposed operation, and had denied the license
because of Council' s concern regarding the location of the business ,
He recommended to Council that they grant Mr. Calvert a permit, and
direct him to issue a business license following receipt of a favorable
report from the Police Department, and issuance of a, Certificate of
Occupancy by the Building Department .
On motion by Bartlett, Council granted a. Council Permit to Mr. Robert
J . Calvert to operate the business of beer bar known as "Gilligan ' s
Isle" , at 21C Fifth Street, City, subject to a receipt of a satisfactory
Police report and the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy by the Depart-
ment of Building and Safety. Motion carried .
REVOCATION - BUSINESS LICENSE_- "EXECUTIVE SALON"
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a, hearing
to consider the revocation of a business license issued to Emma, M.
Van Buren to conduct the business of massage and sauna at 17434 Beach
Boulevard, City. This hearing had been deferred from September 2, 1969,
at the request of Mrs . Van Buren ' s attorney.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation on said hearing had been met, and that he had received no
communications or written protests in the matter.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open .
Mr . James W. Rea,d, - Jr . , 350 Seventeenth Street, Costa Mesa, Attorney
representing Mrs . Van Buren, addressed Council and gave reasons at
length, why he believed said business license should not be revoked .
There being no one further present to speak on the matter and there
being no protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed
by the Mayor .
A motion ,was made by Councilman Coen that, based on a, finding of fact
by Council, the operation of the establishment dba "Executive Salon"
was detrimental to the public health, safety, morals and general welfare
of the community, suspension of said business license be imposed for a
period of 30 days effective September 16, 1969.
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A motion was made by Councilman McCracken to amend Councilman Coen ' s
motion to the effect that the business license of Emma M. Van Buren
to conduct the business of massage and sauna, at 17434 Beach Blvd . , City,
be revoked , based upon the same finding of fact that the operation of
said business was detrimental to the public health, safety, morals
a,nd general welfare of the community. When put to vote, this motion
carried .
A vote was taken on the original motion as amended that, based on a find-
ing by the City Council that the operation Q'f the "Executive Salons' was
detrimental to the public health, safety, morals and general welfare of
the community, the business license for said business be revoked as of
September -16, 1969- Motion carried .
HEARING - REVOCATION OF PERMITS - EXECUTIVE SALON
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a, hearing
to consider the revocation of permits issued to Patricia, Mae Shelton,
Betty Jean Costello and Christine Lois LeMasters,- masseuses employed
by the Executive Salon, 17434 Beach Boulevard , City. This hearing had
been deferred from the September 2, 1969. meeting .
The Clerk informed the Council that a,ll legal requirements for notifi-
cation on said hearing had been met, and that he had received no com-
munications or written- protests in this matter .
Mayor Green declared the hearing open .
There being no one present to speak on the matter, and there being no
protests riled , either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the
Mayor .
On motion by McCracken, Council directed that the masseuse permits
issued to Patricia, Mae Shelton, Betty Jean Costello and Christine Lois
LeMasters be revoked based on a, finding of fact by the Council that
continuance of said permits is detrimental to the public health, safety,
morals and general welfare of the community. Motion carried .
HEARING - REVOCATION OF BUSINESS LICENSE - "THE PERFUMED GARDENS" - DEFER
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a hearing
to consider the revocation of a business license issued to Kery1 Vander
Walker, dba "The Perfumed Gardens" , ' to conduct the business of retail
sales of imported merchandise at 464 Pacific Coast Highway, City.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation on said .hearing had been met, and that he had received no com-
munications or written protests in this matter; however that he had
received a, communication from Mr. Robert H . Green, Attorney, 817 N.
Broadway, Santa Ana, informing the Council that Mr. Michael P. Gerbosi,
Attorney representing Mrs . Vander Walker, had requested that said
hearing be deferred to the meeting of October 6, 1969.
On motion by Kaufman, Council deferred the hearing to consider the
revocation of business license of Keryl Vander Walker, to the meeting
of October 6, 1969. Motion carried .
The Clerk informed Mrs . Vander Walker -orally and publicly that the hear-
ing had been continued to the meeting of October 61 1969.
PUBLIC HEARING - CE NO 69-25 - APPEAL - ISEI SAKIOKA - DENIED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on a,n appeal filed by Isei Sa,kioka, 810 E . Pomona Street, Santa,
Ana, to the denial by the Planning Commission of Conditional Exception
No . 69-25 to permit -a, horticultural use for the purpose of growing
nursery stock* in can within the Edison easement line in the R1 Single
Family Residence District,, located east of Newland Street between Warner
Avenue a,nd Heil Avenue .
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The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on said public hearing had been met
and that he had received no communications or written protests to CE
69-25 or to the recommendation of denial by the Planning Commission .
The Planning Director presented a resume ' of the Planning Commission ' s
reasons for recommending denial of Conditional Exception 69-25 .
Mayor Green declared the hearing o
y g pen.
The Clerk read a, communication from Mr. Fred M. Sendra, 8541 Donald
Circle, City, favoring approval of Conditional Exception No. 69-25 .
Mr. Michael P. Burns, 8671 Viceroy Dr. , City, addressed Council and
spoke in opposition to the granting of CE 69-25 and submitted a petition
listing 107 residents of the area, protesting approval of same .
Mr. L . R. Spencer, 16451 Ross Lane, City, addressed Council and stated
that he believed this land should be developed into a neighborhood park.
Mr. Cris C . Cris, 9627 Adams , City, addressed Council and stated his
opposition to CE 69-25 .
Miss Sakioka, daughter of Isei Sakioka,, the appellant, addressed Council
and submitted a, petition listing approximately 53 residents of the area,
favoring approval of CE 69-25 .
There being no one further present to speak on the matter, and there
being no further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing
was closed by the Mayor.
On motion by Shipley, Council sustained the decision of the Planning
Commission and denied Conditional Exception No . 69-25 . Motion carried .
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Kaufman, the regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach adjourned at 10. 20 P.M. to Tuesday, September
16, 1969, at 7: 30 P.M. in the Administrative Annex. Motion carried .
Paul C ones
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California,
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N. John V. V. Green
Mayor
ATTEST:
Paul C ones
City Clerk