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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-12-08 - MINUTES - REGULAR MTG (2)CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING CITY OF SANTA CLARITA December 8, 1988 7:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor McKeon at 7:31 p.m. at Arroyo Seco Jr. High School, 27171 Vista Delgado, City of Santa Clarita. Girl Scout Troop #189, Krista Kelly, Leader, presented the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL All members of the Council were present. Also present were the City Manager, George Caravalho; Asst. City Manager, Ken Pulskamp; City Attorney, Carl Newton; Community Development Director, Kyle Kollar; Deputy City Clerk, Donna Grindey. APPROVAL OF AGENDA It was moved by Darcy, second by Heidt to approve the agenda with the removal of item #9 for discussion. With no objections, it was so ordered. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Koontz, second by Boyer to approve the minutes as November 22, 1988 corrected. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 1 The Mayor opened the public hearing. The City Clerk reported that PUBLIC HEARING this item was published in the local newspaper of general EXTENSION OF OAK circulation and posted in three public places in accordance with TREE MORATORIUM law, therefore, the hearing was in order. ORDINANCE NO.88-46 The Community Development Director reported that this item is on the agenda for the extension of the moratorium on cutting and removal of oak trees, for another year and to allow time the Community Development staff and Planning Commission to prepare a revised permanent ordinance. Those speaking in favor of this item were: Dorothy Riley, 21224 Placerita Canyon Rd., Newhall; Mildred Jenkins, 25107 Everett Drive, Newhall. There being no opposing comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing. After discussion by the Council regarding procedure of obtaining an oak tree permit, the City Attorney read the title to Ordinance No. 88-46. It was moved by Koontz, second by Darcy to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 88-46 as an urgency ordinance. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Ordinance No. 88-46 adopted. City Council Minutes December 8, 1988 Page 2 ITEM 2 The Mayor opened the public hearing. The City Clerk reported that PUBLIC HEARING this item was published in the local newspaper of general EXTENSION OF A-2 circulation and posted in three public places in accordance with MORATORIUM the law, therefore, the hearing is in order. ORDINANCE NO. 88-47 The Community Development Director reported that this item is on the agenda to provide for extension of the moratorium on the issuance of development permits in the A-2 zone. There being no comments in favor of this item or no opposing comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing. The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. 88-47. It was moved by Darcy, second by Heidt to waive further reading of the Ordinance and adopt as an urgency ordinance. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Ordinance No. 88-47 adopted. ITEM 3 The Mayor opened the public hearing. The City Clerk reported that PUBLIC HEARING this item was published in the local newspaper of general EXTENSION OF BILL- circulation and posted in three public places in accordance with BOARD MORATORIUM the law, therefore, the hearing was in order. ORDINANCE NO.88-48 The Community Development Director reported to Council that this item is on agenda to provide for the extension of the moratorium on the construction of billboards pending consideration of a permanent ordinance by the Planning Commission and City Council. Those speaking in favor of this item were: Terry Trissle, 19141 Drycliff, Canyon Country; James Bowling, 22131 Canons Circle, Saugus; letter from Jack Boyer, 23544 Lyons Ave., Newhall. There being no opposing comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing. The City Attorney read the title to Ordinance No. 88-48. It was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 88-48 as an urgency ordinance. on roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Ordinance No. 88-48 adopted as an urgency ordinance. ITEM 3 The Mayor opened the public hearing. The City Clerk reported that PUBLIC HEARING this item was posted on site, notice published in the newspaper VIA DONA CHRISTA of general circulation, and notifications were sent to the RESOLUTION 88-161 residents, in accordance with the law. City Council Minutes December 8,1988 Page 3 The City Manager reported that this item is on the agenda for the purpose of conducting the public hearing on the proposed improvement of Via Dona Christa for a cul-de-sac street closure. Resolution No. 88-161 provides for the construction of the cul-de-sac and confirms assessment and orders improvement be made. Those speaking in favor of this item were: Bob Lathrop, 25105 Highspring, Newhall; Tak Tamura, 25300 Via Dona Christa, Valencia. Mr. Tamura stated that $3,000 has already been collected from the homeowners and requested this amount be used to decrease each homeowner's assessment. Mr. Tamura also questioned the extra $7,000 administration fee which has been added to the initial $42,500. The City Manager will investigate the fee. There being no opposing comments and no written protests from the public, the Mayor closed the public hearing. It was moved by Koontz, second by Darcy to adopt Resolution No. 88-161. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Resolution No. 88-161 adopted. ITEM 5 The City Manager reported to Council that on a traffic survey UNFINISHED BUSINESS completed the City Council approved speed limit of 35 mph on TRAFFIC MATTERS Del Monte from McBean Pkwy. to Tierra Dr. and at E1 Paseo from Del DEL MONTE/MCBEAN Monte Dr. to Tierra Drive. ORDINANCE NO.88-49 The City Attorney read the title to Ordinance No. 88-49. It was moved by Koontz, second by Boyer to waive further reading and pass to second reading. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Ordinance No. 88-49 passed to second reading. ITEM 6 The City Manager explained that this item is on agenda based on a UNFINISHED BUSINESS previous traffic survey of which City Council approved speed limits TRAFFIC MATTERS of 45 mph within the Valencia Industrial Center. VALENCIA INDUSTRIAL CENTER The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. 88-50. It ORDINANCE NO. 88-50 was moved by Koontz, second by Darcy to waive further reading and pass to second reading. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Ordinance No. 88-50 passed to second reading. City Council Minutes December 8, 1988 Page 4 ITEM 7 UNFINISHED BUSINESS GENERAL PLAN CITIZEN'S COMMITTEE The City Manager explained that several weeks ago the Council began the process of the selection of the General Plan Advisory Committee and are now at a point where the Council would consider the thirty candidates or to add additional candidates for consideration. He requested the Council consider an evaluation process. Following the Council's discussion of the Advisory Committee process, it was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt to rank the candidates from one to five, take the top thirty or so and look at these people to insure the appropriate groups are represented on the committee, then narrow the candidates down to twenty—four; to add the additional names given at this meeting; and that the City Manager be authorized to go ahead with the interview process; and to establish the interview dates.On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Motion carried. The Council scheduled Tuesday, December 13th, 4:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room as the first phase of interviews with six minutes time with each candidate. ITEM 8 Councilwoman Heidt reported to Council that this item is on agenda UNFINISHED BUSINESS at the request of the Civic Association to be discussed with the BOYS' & GIRLS' CLUB Council. The City Attorney advised the Council that since the Council has already acted upon this matter, the procedures for bringing this matter back may be discussed. After discussion regarding the action of the Council at a prior meeting, it was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt that the City Manager be directed to require, from appropriate staff, an assessment of the programs at Newhall Park to be made available to the negotiating committee and to publish to the community. With no objections, it was so ordered. The Traffic Engineer stated that the traffic and parking study would be approximately $3500. Council suggested the Traffic Engineer review the existing traffic study. RECESS At 9:07 p.m. the Mayor called a recess. RECONVENE At 9:17 p.m., the Mayor reconvened the meeting. City Council Minutes December 8,1988 "— Page 5 ITEM 9 It was moved by Darcy, second by Koontz to approve the consent CONSENT CALENDAR calendar. On roll call vote: RESOLUTION 88-162 Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon DEMAND REGISTER Noes: None ITEM 10 Consent Calendar approved. TRANSFER OF STORM DRAIN SYSTEM ITEM 11 QUITCLAIM OF STORM DRAIN EASEMENTS TRACT 44846 ITEM 12 RESOLUTION 88-159 PROPOSED EASEMENT GRANT ITEM 13 The City Manager explained that Willdan Associates has completed NEW BUSINESS studies at a number of locations regarding traffic problems TRAFFIC CONGESTION and which recommendations have been made at these specific locations. Traffic Engineer, Ed Cline, made recommendations on Sierra Highway between Via Princessa and Jakes Way; Soledad Canyon Rd. at Rainbow Glen Drive; Creekside Dr. between McBean r— Parkway and Valencia Blvd. After discussion regarding the recommendations, it was moved by Heidt, second by Koontz to approve the recommendations with some changes made in the recommendations. Those addressing the Council on this item were: Terry Trissel, 19141 Drycliff St., Canyon Country; Ed Dunn, 15414 Rhododendron Dr., Canyon Country. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Motion carried. ITEM 14 Councilwoman Heidt reported that this item is on the agenda at NEW BUSINESS the request of Councilman Boyer and Councilwoman Heidt and is BOUQUET CYN./ regarding the traffic problems on Bouquet Canyon/Seco Canyon. SECO CANYON The Traffic Engineer explained to the Council that they have considered improvements in that area with possible solutions. Following discussion on traffic problems to be remedied as well as traffic problems in the future, the following persons addressed the Council: Valarie Wood, 20832 Marshall Way, Saugus; Terry Minassian, 20820 Marshall Way, Saugus; Mike Lyons, 27362 Garza, Saugus; Terry Kleintop, 21126 Elder Creek, Saugus; Leo Usselman, 27037 Rio Bosque, Santa Clarita. City Council Minutes December 8, 1988 Page 6 STEM 14 (contd) It was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt to direct the City Attorney research the possibility of litigation with the County and to authorize the City Manager to investigate alternatives. on roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Motion carried. ITEM 15 Mayor McKeon reported that a letter was received from Supervisor NEW BUSINESS Antonovich's office stating that they are making changes in the CURFEW FOR MINORS curfew laws for minors to meet requirements recently established by the Appellate Court. It was moved by Boyer, second by Koontz to direct staff to prepare an ordinance. Those addressing the Council on this item were: Terri Kleintop, 21126 Elder Creek, Saugus; Capt. Bob Spierer, 23740 W. Magic Mountain Pkwy., Santa Clarita. ITEM 16 NEW BUSINESS LIMITATION OF CAMPAIGN EXPENSES ITEM 17 NEW BUSINESS MAYOR'S ROTATION ITEM 18 NEW BUSINESS ROUTE 126 & BOUQUET CANYON RD. Following discussion with Capt. Spier regarding the intention of the curfew law, on roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer Noes: Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Motion denied. Councilman Boyer commented on this item regarding campaign disclosure statements and a campaign contribution ordinance. The Council discussed the hand-out from the Civic Association and felt there were several items that needed more research. The City Attorney stated that his office has commenced an analysis of the suggestions made to Council. It was moved by Darcy, second by Koontz to table this item. On roll call vote: Ayes:Boyer, Darcy, Koontz, McKeon Noes: Heidt Motion carried. The City Manager reported that this item is on the agenda for Council's consideration of a policy to rotate the position of Mayor at the end of each year. It was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt to accept the policy of the Mayor's rotation at the end of each year, direct City Manager to bring back at the next Council meeting, a written format of this policy. With no objections, it was so ordered. It was moved by Heidt, second by Koontz to continue this item to the meeting of December 22nd. With no objections, it was so ordered. City Council Minutes �. December 8, 1988 Page 7 ITEM 19 The Community Development Director explained that this item is NEW BUSINESS on agenda for Council's approval in the acquisition of street ROAD WIDENING right-of-way in connection with three parcels of land located SECO CANYON RD. on the east side of Seco Canyon Rd. between Tupelo Ridge Dr. RESOLUTION 88-160 and Calvello Drive. It was moved by Boyer, second by Heidt to adopt Resolution No. 88-160. It was then moved by Koontz, second by Darcy to appropriate the monies from the gas tax reserves to this project. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Darcy, Heidt, Koontz, McKeon Noes: None Motion carried, as amended. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The following persons addressed the Council: Terry Trissel, (AUDIENCE) 19141 Drycliff St., Canyon Country - expressed his appreciation to the Council; Larry Bloomfield, 20702 Dot St., Saugus - concerned about traffic on Soldead/Bouquet, Plum Canyon and the curfew law; Andreas Raab, 10727 Wixom St., Sun Valley - regarding a teen-age dance club. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilwoman Darcy requested Council to nominate Bob Lathrop !�— (COUNCIL) to the Traffic Safety Awareness Committee as a City appointee. The Councilwoman also nominated Larry Margolis and Alice McWhirter for the Human Rights Award of the B'Hai of Santa Clarita. She requested usage of unused military bases be on the agenda and the concern for a new handicap bus at College of Canyons through Prop A monies. All of these items will appear on the agenda for December 22nd. Councilwoman Heidt requested a laminated map of our City be placed in the Council Chambers. Councilman Boyer discussed the bike lanes being used as traffic lanes and explained that the bike lanes will be away from the highways and that the bike lanes will not be eliminated. Mayor McKeon received a letter from Agoura Hills asking the Council to support a name for Fire Chief. A .letter was received from Hale & Associates regarding an oak tree permit, and will be referred to the Community Development Director. City Council Minutes December 8, 1988 Page 8 ADJOURNMENT At 11:40 p.m. it was moved by Koontz, second by Darcy to adjourn the meeting to December 13th, 4:00 p.m. City Hall Conference Room. With no objections, it was so ordered. Council meeting on December 22nd will be held in the Council Chambers. -g. ALS J ice H. Heidt or ATTEST: