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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/24/1982 - Regular MeetingPresent ion Ayes Motion All Ayes • • x CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES PLACE: Council Chambers TIME: 7:30 P.M. DATE: May 24, 1982 INDEX A. _ ROLL CALL. B. The reading of the Minutes of the Meeting of May 10, 1982, was waived, approved as written and ordered filed. C. The reading of all ordinances and resolutions under consideration was waived, and the City Clerk was directed to read by titles only. D. HEARINGS: 1. Mayor Heather opened the public hearing and City Park Lido/ Council review of a TRAFFIC STUDY REQUEST BY PARK Tfk Study LIDO, LTD., ROBERT L. WISH, General Partner, Santa U/P 2021 Ana, approved by the Planning Commission on April (88) 22, 1982, for a proposed 65,269 sq. ft. medical office building to be located at 351 Hospital Road, on the northeasterly corner of Hospital Road and Placentia Avenue, opposite Hoag Memorial Hospital; zoned A -P. Report from the Planning Department, was presented. Letter from Dennis O'Neil, of McDonough, Holland 8 Allen, representing the Applicants for approval of the traffic study, was presented. The City Clerk reported that after the printing of the agenda, a letter was received from Newport Villa West regarding the construction of the underground parking facility and its impact on their patients during said construction period. It was noted that the Traffic Study for the pro - posed development had been prepared in accordance with Chapter 15.40 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code (Traffic Phasing Ordinance) and.Council Policy S -1 (Administrative Procedures for Imple- menting the Traffic Phasing Ordinance). Due to questions raised, discussion ensued regard- ing Council Policy S -.1 and its relation to the Traffic Phasing Ordinance. Comments were also made with respect to traffic generation and park- ing requirements. It was noted by staff that if the Traffic Study were approved by Council, it would be with the assumption that the project met the density and height requirements, and all other zoning regula- tions. William Kunzman of Kunzman Associates, the City's Traffic Consultant who performed the traf- fic impact analysis for this project, addressed the Council and answered questions regarding the traffic study. He described how he calculated the traffic generating characteristics of the project, noting they used data that had been provided by Volume 36 - Page 161 • Motion is Ayes x x x x x x Abstain x MINUTES 24, 1982 the staff for the 307 Placentia medical office building. He stated that typically one does not try to estimate traffic generation rates from the number of parking spaces. It is usually done independent of one another. Dennis O'Neil, Attorney representing the Applicant, 3200 Park Center Drive, Costa Mesa, stated that their position was set forth in their letter of May 17. He requested he be permitted to address the Council again following public testimony. Dick Hogan, representing the residential property owners in the area, stated that they have no objections to the development within the require- ments of the Zoning Ordinance. However, their con- cern is traffic, but not the traffic covered by the Traffic Phasing Ordinance. He requested the Council consider: 1) closing access to Patrice Road in relation to the project, and 2) installing stop signs on Placentia Avenue, which would allow traf- fic coming out of the project to get onto Placentia. He stated that the developer has offered to provide the latter and he urged the Council to accept the offer. Margot Skilling, 6610 W. Ocean Front, and Louise Greeley, 16 Swift Court, addressed the Council and urged denial of the project. Nancy Skinner, 1724 Highland Avenue, stated she was pleased to hear that the Planning Commission had commenced a study of the subject area as she was concerned with increased traffic. She asked questions of the staff regarding parking require- ments for the present Park Lido building. Mr. O'Neil addressed the Council again and stated that the Planning Commission did review the evidenc regarding the Traffic Study and determined that the Traffic Study complied with Chapter 15.40 of the Municipal Code and Council Policy S -1, implementing said study. The Commission further found that the project would neither cause, nor make worse, an unsatisfactory level of traffic service on any major, primary modified or primary street. He felt that, in .view of the data submitted and the recom- mendations of the staff, the project should be approved. Hearing no others wishing to address the Council, the public hearing was closed. Motion was made to sustain the recommendation of the Planning Commission. At the suggestion of Council Member Strauss, the motion was amended to include that this item be brought back to the Council for review, if it is determined that there is a deviation from the zon- ing regulations which is traffic related, and which would impact on the findings of the existing traf- fic study. The motion was voted on and carried. Volume 36 - Page 162 Park Lido/ Tfk Study MINUTES May 24, 1982 t/P 2006(A) Jeno /Appeal (88) 2. Mayor Heather opened the public hearing and City Council review of an APPEAL BY MITSUO DENO, Corona del Mar, from a decision of the Planning Commission • on April 8, 1982, denying USE PERMIT N0. 2006 (AMENDED), a request to amend a previously- approved use permit establishing a restaurant facility with on -sale beer and wine in the C -1 District so as to change the hours of operation to include the ser- vice of food and beverages at lunch time during the week. Report from the Planning Department, and appeal application of Mitsuo Ueno, were presented. It was noted in the staff report that staff would recommend additional conditions be imposed, if the City Council desired to approve the requested amendment, which would establish a review period and place the responsibility for informing the City of any change in ownership, intensity of use, or hours of operation of either the subject use or the adjoining engineering business on the Appellant. It was pointed out that the staff had reviewed the additional conditions with the Appellant. David Potter, Attorney representing the Appellant, addressed the Council in support of the request. He stated that their request is to open the restaurant for lunch during the hours of 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. The only area to be open would be the Sushi Bar which only seats 13 people. They would be providing eight parking spaces, which they felt was more than adequate, as most of the lunch trade would be walk -in traffic. He stated that denial of the request would have a profound effect on the business. The following persons addressed the Council in support of the request: Frank Nagamatsu of Nagamatsu Realty, George Vogel, 3001 Coast Highway, Dr. Sparkle, and Michael Ray, 408 Hazel Drive. Hearing no others wishing to address the Council, the public hearing was closed. Motion All Ayes x Motion was made to overrule the recommendation of the Planning Commission and grant the appeal with the assignment of Conditions No. 13, 14, and 15; with the provision that Condition No. 14 be revised with reference to the Planning Director (in his or her discretion), and that the last sentence of Condition No. 15 be deleted. • Volume 36 - Page 163 t/P 2006(A) Jeno /Appeal (88) CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH C WNCIL % ME B RS MINUTES MULL LALL kP INDEX 3. Mayor Heather opened the public hearing and City U/P 2083 Council review of USE PERMIT NO. 2083, a request of Mione Appeal JOHN T. MIONE, Balboa Island, approved by the (88) • Planning Commission on May 6, 1982, to establish a take -out restaurant with on -sale beer and wine in the C -1 District adjacent to McFadden Square, and to waive a portion of the required off - street parking spaces in conjunction with this use. The Applicant also requested a modification of the Zoning Code to permit a reduction in the required size of parking spaces and aisle width; one of the required spaces being located in the required ten foot rear yard setback adjacent to a ten foot wide alley. Report from the Planning Department, was presented. John T. Mione, Applicant, 223 Marine Avenue, Balboa Island, stated that he has owned his pizza restau- rant business on Balboa Island for 10 years, and has never had any problems with the police depart- ment or neighbors. He felt the proposed location on the Peninsula would be good for his type of business, and that many of the patrons would be walk -ins. However, he would provide seating for approximately 42 people. It was pointed out that the Applicant had submitted a parking lot plan that provides six parking spaces on the subject property. The City Engineer has reviewed the proposed parking lot plan and has indicated that none of the proposed parking spaces conform to current City standards. The Applicant is proposing to provide 60' parking. The City Traffic Engineer is of the opinion that a maximum of four parallel standard sized parking spaces can be provided on the site. The Police Department has also indicated that there may be potential problems with accessibility and maneuverability that could cause congestion and collisions on the site, as a result of the narrow parking stalls and aisle width. One of the proposed parking spaces is also located within the required 10' rear yard setback area, adjacent to a 10' wide alley which could cause additional circulation problems. Paul W. Jensen, 2000 Court Avenue, also represent- ing Steve and Sheila McNichols, 1920 Court Avenue, and Adell Mallory, 1916 Court Avenue, addressed the Council in opposition to the request. He stated that they do not feel the business would be com- patible with nearby residential use and that the significant lack of parking should be taken into consideration. He submitted pictures of an average size automobile parked in the parking apace in the setback area adjacent to the alley. He felt the restaurant: would have an impact on traffic density, odor and noise pollution, and would be detrimental to the peace and comfort of the sur- rounding neighbors.. Volume 36 - Page 164 C Motion All Ayes • Motion All Ayes Motion All Ayes on Ayes x x MINUTES 24, 1982 During the course of Mr. Jensen's presentation he was granted three additional minutes to conclude his remarks. Hearing no others wishing to address the Council, the public hearing was closed. Following comments regarding lack of parking com- pared with a seating capacity of 42, motion was made to overrule the recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission and deny Use Permit No. 2083, with the findings and conditions designated as Exhibit "A." E. PUBLIC COMMENTS: 1. Janice Curley, 2414 Vista del Oro, addressed the Council requesting approval of a Special Events Permit to allow a :live band at the subject address on June 12 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. She stated she submitted her request too late to get on the agenda, and was the reason for making the request at this time. Granted request, with provision that Applicant submit to the City Manager, a petition signed by surrounding properly owners within a 300' radius stating they have no objection to the proposed use on said date. F. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following actions were taken as indicated except for those items removed:, 1. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION: - Set for public hearing on June 14, 1982: (a) Ordinance No. 82 -12, being, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING TITLE 19 OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE AS IT PERTAINS TO EXTENDING THE ALLOWABLE EXPIRATION DATES FOR RESUBDIVISIONS AND TENTATIVE MAPS, PLANNING COMMISSION AMENDMENT NO. 571, a request initiated by the City of Newport Beach to consider an amendment to Title 19 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code as it per- tains to extending the allowable expiration dates for resubdivisions and tentative maps. (Report from Planning Department) 2. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION: (a) Removed from the Consent Calendar. • 11111111 Volume 36 - Page 165 Curley/ Spc1E /Perm Ord 82 -12 P/C Amnd 571 (94) CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH C UNCIL ME B RS MINUTES 9 � ROLL CALL �+� Nay 24 1982 0 1 MICA (b) Resolution No. 82 -67 supporting the Cultural Res 82 -67 Growth Plan for Orange County as developed by Cultural Grw/ the Orange County Arts Alliance. (Report PB&R from Parks, Beaches and Recreation) (62) (c) Resolution No. 82 -68 approving the destruction Res 82 -68 of certain records in the Building Department. Bldg /Records (Report from Building) Destruction (32) (d) Resolution No. 82 -69 authorizing the Person - Res 82 -69 nel Director to make determinations regarding Pers /Disab the disability retirement of local Safety Retirement Member Employees of the City of Newport (66) Beach. (Report from City Manager) (e) Resolution No. 82 -70 reestablishing a Parking Res 82 -70 Permit System for the use of parking spaces Pkg /Permits in City parking lots and adding certain off- (63) street parking meter zones, providing for reduced parking permit fees for senior citi- zens and rescinding Resolution No. 10020. (Report from Traffic Engineering) ' (f) Resolution No. 82 -71 establishing off - street Res 82 -71 parking meter zones and regulations for the Pkg /Off -St operation of parking meters. (See report '(63) with Agenda Item F -2(e)) (g) Resolution No. 82 -72 establishing parking Res 82 -72 meter enforcement areas. (See report with Pkg Mtr Agenda Item F -2(e)) (63) • 3. CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS FOR APPROVAL: (a) Award Contract. No. 2221 to Gabi Construction Wtr Mn /Rplcm Co., Inc., for $229,225; and authorize the C -2221 Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract. (38) (Report from Public Works - Water Main Re- placement Program) (b) Award Contract: No. 2124 to Gillespie Con- NoNptBl /Drng struction for $74,760; and authorize the Orange /Hsptl Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract. Road (Report from Public Works - North Newport C -2124 Boulevard Drainage Improvements at Orange. (38) Avenue and Hospital Road) (c) Approve amendment to the Balboa Pier Conces- Balboa Pier/ sion Agreement. (Report from the City - Concesn Amnd Manager - Extending the time authorized for C -2326 blockage of the pier end until July 1, 1982) (38) 4. COMMUNICATIONS - For referral as indicated: (a) To the Traffic Affairs Committee for response, TAC letter from Carona del Mar Community Associa- (85) tion regarding; one -way Hazel Street plan. (b) To the Traffic Affairs Committee for response TAC request from Newport Crest Homeowners Associa (85) • tion for traffic signal at intersection of Ticonderoga and Superior Avenue. Volume 36 - Page 166 C E • May 24, 1982 5. 6. MINUTES. (c) To the City Clerk's Office for inclusion in the records, letter regarding support of the Banning Ranch Development and placing the issue on the November ballot, from Keith R. Endow. (d) To the City Attorney for inclusion in the records, letter from Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce President with attached copy of their letter to U.S. Secretary of the Interior James Watt, regarding Coastal Offshore Oil Leases. (e) To the Pending Legislation and Procedural Ethics Committee, letter and sample resolu- tion from Foothill Corridor Marketing Consor um, Inc., asking support by resolution to obtain U.S. Customs and Immigration services at Ontario International Airport. COMMUNICATIONS - For referral to the City Clerk for inclusion in the records: (a) Removed from the Consent Calendar. (b) Local Agency Formation Commission /Orange County preliminary Agenda for May 26, and Minutes of April 28 meeting. (c) League of California Cities - Highlights of the Board of Directors Meeting, Napa - April 30 to May 1, 1.982. GPA 81 -1 (45) Banning Ranch Offshore Oil (87) Resolutions/ Others (77) CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES - For denial and confirmation of (36) the City Clerk's referral to the claims adjuster: (a) Laurence Craig Fisher for reimbursement of Fisher towing and parking ticket violation, alleging no signs posted regarding "Street Construc- tion" in the vicinity of Balboa Boulevard at 18th Street, north side, on April 21, 1982. (b) Ellen Graham for property damage sustained to her vehicle allegedly resulting from accident with City vehicle on March 6, 1982, at Pacific Coast Highway (Corona del Mar). (c) George M. Harris for property damage to his vehicle as the result of Police Officer push- ing claimant's vehicle into gas station with City vehicle on April 16, 1982, at Neport Boulevard and Via Lido. (d) Graeme T. Hunt alleging wrongful termination from his position as Jailor at the Newport Beach Police Department. • 11111111 Volume 36 - Page 167 Graham Harris Hunt 14 • • MINUTES May 24, 1982 (e) Marjorie Morningstar for property damage as the result of flooded garage at 500'k Dahlia Avenue, Corona del Mar, on April 25, 1982, allegedly due to sewage overflow from City pipes. (f) Bette L. South for property damage as the result of flooded garage at 500 Dahlia Avenue, Corona del Mar, on April 25, 1982, allegedly due to sewage overflow from City pipes. (g) Michael Allyn LaFontaine for property damage . to his vehicle sustained as the result of locker unit from City vehicle falling onto his truck, leaving two dents in the front right fender while parked at the Lincoln Middle School on May 2, 1982. 7. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINTS - None. 8. REQUEST TO FILL PERSONNEL VACANCIES - For approval: (Report from the City Manager) (a) One Police Officer, Police Department. (b) One Building Maintenance Man II, General Services. (c) One Equipment Operator II, General Services. (d) One Librarian II, Library Department. 9. STAFF AND COMMISSION REPORTS: For Council information and approval: (a) Removed from the Consent Calendar. (b) Memorandums from Mayor Heather and City Attorney concerning LITIGATION ON THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF OIL LEASE SALE #68. For Council information and filing: (c) Letter from Arts Commission Chairman, Made- line Rose, regarding ARTS FESTIVAL - 1982. (d) Report from General Services Director con- cerning WEST NEWPORT SPECIAL REFUSE COLLEC- TION. (e) Removed from the Consent Calendar. 10. PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULING - For June 14, 1982: (a) PRELIMINARY BUDGET prepared by the City Manager for the FISCAL YEAR 1982 -83, pursuant to Section 1102 of the Newport Beach City Charter, and also public budget hearing on FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUNDS. Volume: 36 - Page 168 South (66) DCS /Oil Ls Sale #68 (87) Arts Coman (24) Garbage /Trs WN /Spcl Col (44) FY'82 -83 Budget /RevSh CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH C UNCIL 1bIE 8 RS MINUTES ROLL CALL Se 9 May 24, 1982 njnev (b) APPEAL OF FICKER & BUFFING ARCHITECTS FOR USE icker /Ruffg PERMIT NO. 1986, on property located at 1900 ppeal -U /P West Coast Highway, denied by the Planning 1986 Commission on. April 22, 1982. Request to (88) permit the construction of a single - family residential dwelling on property located in the C -1 -H District which exceeds the basic height limit within the 26/35 Foot Height Limitation District. 11. LEGAL PUBLICATIONS FOR 1982 -83 - Instruction to v /Legal the City. Clerk to publish a Notice Inviting Bids (20) to be received at, or before the hour of 4:30 p.m., on June 11, 1982, for a contract covering the publishing and printing of all legal notices, or other material required to be published in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the City of Newport Beach, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1983. 12. OASIS PARKING LOT WEST (CONTRACT 2289) - Accept Oasis Pkg Lot the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact; C -2289 approve plans and specifications; and authorize (38) the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be opened at 11:00 a.m., on June 15, 1982. (Report from Public Works) 13. 1981 -82 SLURRY PROGRAM (CONTRACT 2307) - Approve 81 -82 Slurry the plans and specifications; and authorize the Program City Clerk to advertise for bids to be opened at C -2307 11:00 a.m., on June 17, 1982. (Report from Public (38) • Works) 14. Removed from the Consent Calendar. 15. MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION (CONTRACT MiscCncrt /Cns 2327) - Approve the plans and specifications; and C -2327 authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids to (38) be opened at 11:00 a.m., on June 16, 1982. (Re- port from Public Works) 16. CITY'S APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF THE ARMY CORPS Harbor Perm/ OF ENGINEERS MAINTENANCE DREDGING PERMIT - Uphold Maint Dredg recommendations contained in staff report that the (51) City contract with Marine Bioassay Laboratories for six bioassays in Newport Harbor. (Report from Marine Department) 17. BUDGET AMENDMENTS •- For approval: B/A (25) BA -096, $1,300.00 Increase in Budget Appropria- tions to replace vandalized cash register; Parks, Beaches & Recreation - Recreation /Self - supporting Fund. BA -097, $350.00 Transfer in Budget Appropriations for purchase of microfiche reader; General Fund. BA -099, $30,760.00 Transfer in Budget Appropria- tions for construction of storm drain improvements at North Newport Boulevard and Orange Avenue; General Fund. Volume: 36 - Page 169 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH C UIVCIL ANE 8 RS MINUTES lk �� s�9 ROLL CALL �� p May 24, 1982 INDEX G. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Report from Public Works regarding SIDEWALK CON- 31st & PCHwy • STRUCTION ON BALBOA BOULEVARD BETWEEN 31ST STREET Sdwlk /Castr AND COAST HIGHWAY, was presented. (80) Motion x Following clarification of the time schedule for All Ayes this project, motion was made to direct the staff to arrange for construction of the uncompleted portions of sidewalk on Balboa Boulevard between 31st Street and Coast Highway as recommended by staff. 2. Letter from the Chairman of the Orange County Board 0/C 'Ed Health of Supervisors, in response to City's inquiry (54) regarding possibility of establishing a school for food processors and /or health examinations of food handlers, was presented. Council Member Hummel stated that he still felt very strongly that some of the conditions which exist in food handling establishments are less than good. It was his feeling that food handlers should be required to submit to some type of exami- nation. He stated that other jurisdictions make it a requirement, and he would hope that someday the standards in this area would be changed accordingly. Motion x Motion was made to refer the subject letter to the All Ayes City Clerk for inclusion in the records. • 3. Report from the City Manager regarding INSTALLATION OF NEON SIGN ON THE BALBOA PIER CONCESSION, was Balboa Pier/ Cncsn presented. C -2326 (38) Motion x Mayor Pro Tem Hart stated that she did not feel it was in the best interest of the City to have a neon sign on the pier, and therefore, moved denial of the request. Doug Cavanaugh, 114 Garnet Avenue, Balboa Island, Concessionaire for Rubys at Balboa Pier, stated that the reason for the request for a neon sign was because he was renovating the building similar to that of the 1941 era and he was attempting to keep the same "flavor" of that time. The sign will contain only the name of the restaurant ( Rubys) and would not be a flashing sign. He felt the Council would be pleased with the final design. Ayes x x x The motion was voted on and FAILED. Noes x x x x Motion x In view of the foregoing, motion was made to grant Ayes x x x x x x approval of the neon sign as submitted. Noes x • Volume 36 - Page 170 • Motion All Ayes Motion All Ayes • Motion All Ayes on Ayes x f i �illilli� 111' 11 • MINUTES May 24, 1982 INDEX 4. Memorandum from City Attorney concerning CITY OF P/C 551 NEWPORT BEACH V. WADE (ADULT BOOKSTORE), was pre - Adult Bkstr seated. (94) Mayor Pro Tem Hart complimented the Assistant City Attorney Bob Burnham for his efforts in connection with this case, and stated it was the first time an adult bookstore has been closed in the State of California. She felt it was very important to the City, with regard to retaining local control and zoning. In addition, the bookstore would have had a definite negative impact on Mariners Mile, thus deteriorating the area. Motion was made to receive and file the subject report. 5. Proposed RESOLUTION CREATING A CITY COUNCIL SANTA ANA HEIGHTS AD HOC COMMITTEE, was presented. Notion was made to adopt Resolution No. 82 -66 as amended, to reflect that said committee shall con- sist of three members of the Council, and that residents of the area shall be called upon to work with the committee as deemed appropriate. There being no objections, Council Members Cox, Strauss (Mayor Pro Tem Hart as alternate), and Maurer were appointed to the Ad Hoc Committee. H. ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: 1. Ordinance No. 82 -10„ being, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING CHAPTERS 12.12 AND 12.40 OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING PARKING REGULATIONS, was presented for adoption. Report dated May 10, 1982 from the Marine Depart - ment, was presented. Adopted Ordinance No. 82 -10. 2. Ordinance No. 82 -11, being, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH ADDING SECTION 12.12.080 WHICH PROHIBITS THE PARKING OF MOTORCYCLES, MOTOR- DRIVEN CYCLES AND MOTORIZED BICYCLES IN MUNICIPAL PARKING LOTS WHERE SPECIFIC SPACES HAVE BEEN DESIGNAT- ED FOR PARKING OF SUCH VEHICLES IN ANY SPACE NOT SO DESIGNATED, was presented for adoption. Report dated May 10, 1982 from the Attorney's Office, was presented. Adopted Ordinance No. 82 -11. Volume 36 - Page 171 SAnaHgts /Anx (24) 82 -10 (63) Ord 82 -11 Pkg /Mtrcycls (63) CITY OR NEWPORT BEACH C UAAE B RS MINUTES \CALRk< ROLL �iA 9 May 24, 1982 INOEX I. CONTINUED BUSINESS:: 1. Report from the City Manager regarding REQUEST TO SAna Heights/ ANNEX THE HOGAN PROPERTY IN SANTA ANA HEIGHTS, was Annex presented. (21) Motion x Deferred request until after consideration of the All Ayes entire Santa Ana Heights area. 2. Report from Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director Mouth of Big regarding MOUTH OF BIG CANYON PARK CREDITS dated Canyon /PB&R April 26, 1982, was presented. (62) Letter from The Irvine Company, was presented. Motion x Mayor Pro Tem Hart stated that she was in favor of the City possibly acquiring this property, and therefore, moved to direct the staff to proceed with an appraisal of said property. Mayor Pro Tem Hart stated she felt the value of the property should be established, as well as a determination of buildable acreage. It was pointed out that the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission had considered this item twice previously; however, if it was the desire of the Council, they could review it again after the appraisal was done. Richard Sim of The :Irvine Company addressed the Council and advised that a planning firm had been hired, who determined the 12.5 acre figure of park • credit referred to earlier in discussion. That firm only addressed the physical and technical aspects of the property, and based on that study, indicated that it was possible for some development to occur on the site. He stated that if it was the wish of the Council that an appraisal be made of the property, then The Irvine Company would share in the cost of that appraisal. Council Member Hummel asked Mr. Sim if he knew how The Irvine Company handled the dedication of property to the State Department of Fish and Game on their accounting records, and what kind of value they placed on it as a charitable donation. Mr. Sim stated that he was unable to respond. All Ayes The motion on the floor to proceed with an appraisal was voted on and carried. J. CURRENT BUSINESS: 1. Report from the Planning Department regarding a GPA 82 -1 proposed AMENDMENT TO THE NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL (45) PLAN, initiated by the City of Newport Beach, to increase the allowable number of residential units on the NORTH FORD SITE and to designate a park northerly of Eastbluff Drive Extended, was pre- • sented. Volume 36 - Page 172 L Is on Ayes x x Noes x x Motion Ayes Noes Motion All Ayes 0 Motion x x x x xlxlxlxlxlx x MINUTES 24, 1982 A rendering of the proposed project was displayed. Council Member Strauss indicated he felt more information was needed on this subject, and there- fore, moved to defer this item to June 14, 1982. Following discussion, the motion was voted on and FAILED. Ia view of the foregoing, motion was made to initiate the requested General Plan Amendment and direct staff to set this item for public hearing before the Planning Commission after preparation of any necessary environmental documents. 2. Report from the City Clerk regarding REFERENDUM PETITIONS - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 81 -1, BANNING - NEWPORT RANCH PLANNED COMMUNITY, was presented. Report from the City Attorney, regarding referendum on GPA 81 -1 (Banning - Newport Ranch), was presented. Accepted the Registrar of Voters certificate of sufficiency to the referendum petitions submitted April 12, 1982, protesting City Council adoption of Resolution No. 82 -41; and directed staff to prepare a resolution rescinding subject General Plan Amendment, and a resolution calling for an election concerning subject General Plan Amendment, for consideration on June 14, 1982. 3. NOMINATIONS FOR BOARD AND COMMISSION VACANCIES by the Appointments Committee, for appointment by the City Council on June 14, 1982, were presentdd. Memoranda from Police Chief Gross and Fire Chief Reed regarding appointment to the Civil Service Board, were presented. Motion was made to approve the slate of nominees as follows: Board of Library Trustees Kent Steckmesser Marcia Fouladi City Arts Commission Patricia Kendrick Bunny Crosson Ervin (Bud) Pasley (A. Z. Taft resigna - Molly Lunch tion) Civil Service Board of Trustees Michael Mitchell Donald Preston Volume 36 - Page 173 (39) GPA 81 -1 (45)' /Conan CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MINUTES May 24, 1982 Parks, Beaches 6 Recreation Commission Robert Hopkins Orlando Ludovise William O'Keeffe James Capretz Planning Commission David Goff James Person, Jr. u o Council Member Hummel stated that he would like to add the name of Allan Beek to the list of i nominees for Planning Commission. Motion x Following discussion of Council Policy A -4 (Board and Commission Appointments), an amendment was made to the motion to add the name of Allan Beek, as requested, subject to the condition that said nomination does not conflict with any existing City Council policy. All Ayes The amendment was voted on and carried. All Ayes The motion to approve the slate of nominees as recommended by the Appointments Committee was voted on and carried. K. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: 1. There being no objections, the City Attorney was directed to research and report back as to whether it was legal for political action groups to con- duct fund - raising events on City property, as requested by Council Member Plummer. The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 p.m. May ATTEST: City Clerk Volume: 36 - Page 114