City Council Minutes 1 April 11, 2023
MISSION VIEJO MINUTES
City Council, Community Development Financing Authority, Successor Agency of the Community Development Agency,
Housing Authority, and Library Board of Trustees*
April 11, 2023
A Regular Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Financing Authority, the Successor Agency of the Community Development Agency, the Housing Authority, and the Library Board of Trustees of the City of Mission Viejo, California, was called to order by Mayor Goodell at 5:00 p.m., on April 11, 2023, at 200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, California.
A complete copy of the agenda for the meeting containing all items as shown he rein was posted by 5:00 p.m. on April 6, 2023, on the outdoor bulletin board at City Hall. A copy was also posted at the Montanoso Recreation and Fitness Center, 25800 Montanoso Drive and Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way.
*All Board and Agency memberships are reflected in the title "Council Member."
Present: Council Member Bucknum
Council Member Ruesch
Council Member Vasquez
Mayor Pro Tem Kelley (arrived at 5:02)
Mayor Goodell
Absent: None
Staff Present: Dennis Wilberg, City Manager
Keith Rattay, Assistant City Manager
William P. Curley III, City Attorney
Cheryl Dyas, Director of Administrative Services
Kimberly Schmitt, City Clerk
Renata Winter, Assistant City Clerk
RECESS AND RECONVENE
At the hour of 5:03 p.m., Mayor Goodell declared a recess. The City Council reconvened at 6:00 p.m. with all five City Council Members present.
CONSIDERATION OF ADDITION OF LATE ARISING MATTER
City Attorney Bill Curley announced that a matter arose after the agenda was posted and that there is a need for the Council to consider a late item regarding a resolution for funding from the Forest Health Grant Program for brush control and removal.
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Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley, seconded by Council Member Bucknum to walk this item on the agenda to be discussed under New Business.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
INVOCATION: Council Member Bucknum
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Goodell
PRESENTATIONS
P1. Proclaim April 2023 To Be National Donate Life Month Mayor Goodell presented proclamation to Leslie Eskildsen ~ OneLegacy Ambassador.
P2. Proclaim the Week of April 9 through 15, 2023 To Be National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Mayor Goodell presented proclamation to OCFA Battalion Chief Jason Taylor.
P3. Vector Control Update
Received presentation by Vector Control Director Lora Young.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Gideon Victor, M.V.: Spoke on an analytical map on income statement of property taxes , sales taxes, and revenues. Offered his services on the analysis.
Michelle O’Brien, M.V.: Spoke about the Corp Yard project specifically the eight -million-dollar access road and voiced concerns about the cost. She reminded residents that Earth and Arbor Day is April 22 along with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Lastly, she thanked the City Council for recognizing Donate Life Month and informed the Council that her brother recently passed away and his generous gift has changed seventy-five lives including wounded veterans and first responders.
Andrew Correces, M.V.: Spoke on rat poison being used by his homeowner ’s association in his condominium complex and voiced concerns of the danger of these poisons. Stated he would like to see it illegal in the State.
Walt Lawson, M.V.: Spoke on the a pproval of a purchase of two gas vehicles for the Animal Services Department at the last meeting. He questioned why the City is still pursuing gas vehicles
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as opposed to electric vehicles and asked that the City adopt a policy that all future vehicle replacements be electric like the cities of Newport Beach and Irvine.
Tom Moore, M.V.: Spoke on the ULI report and asked if we are using this as a guide. Questioned that some of concepts being considered were not in the original study and asked for a specific plan.
LaVal Brewer, M.V.: Introduced himself to the City Council and stated he is the President of Orange County Community Outreach and said that he has applied for the Planning Commission and outlined his experience.
Carlos Pianelli, M.V .: Spoke on his conversation with Avalon Bay regarding the Garden Plaza.
Stated building a high-rise development will cause heavy traffic, noise pollution, and safety issues.
Asked if a pre-application has been filed for this potential project. Lastly, he suggested we restore the Garden Plaza and bring back small businesses which can be accomplished if the City purchases the property.
Lynn Holmes, M.V.: Stated that she hoped we can make the Garden Plaza a marvelous corner that increases the things that residents want as well as incorporating some things that the State requires.
She expressed that the architecture should be consistent with our City. She voiced concerns of a repeat of the Stop the Monster.
Wendy Lee, M.V.: Spoke on high risk areas that are unable to get fire insurance for single family homes and asked that the city advocate for single family homes with the State Insurance Commissioner. Asked that the City advocate for the single-family home’s insurance.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 14 and 15 were removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Motion made by Council Member Bucknum, seconded by Council Member Ruesch, to appr ove the Consent Calendar as outlined below.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. City Council Minutes
Approved the regular City Council Minutes for the Meeting of April 11, 2023, as presented.
2. General Check Register Dated March 17, 2023 in the Amount of $753,080.69 Ratified the accompanying check register.
3. General Check Register Dated March 24, 2023 in the Amount of $798,067.87
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Ratified the accompanying check register.
4. Golf Check Register Dated March 17, 2023 in the Amount of $19,041.31 Ratified the accompanying check register.
5. Golf Check Register Dated March 24, 2023 in the Amount of $30,826.20 Ratified the accompanying check register.
6. City Treasurer’s Monthly Report for February 2023
Received and filed.
7. Successor Agency of the Community Development Agency Treasurer’s Monthly Report for February 2023
Received and filed.
8. Mission Viejo Community Development Financing Authority (MVCDFA) Treasurer’s Monthly Report for February 2023
Received and filed.
9. Mission Viejo Housing Authority (MVHA) Treasurer’s Monthly Report for February 2023
Received and filed.
10. California Yellow Cab Contract Amendment for Senior Mobility Program
Approved First Amendment to California Yellow Cab Agreement for Services with the Senior Mobility Program.
11. Draft 2023 -2024 Annual Action Plan Detailing the Proposed Use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Adopted Resolution 23-12 approving the City's 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan detailing the proposed use of Community Development Block Grant Funds, and authorizing submission of the plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
12. Melinda Road Pavement Rehabilitation (CIP 23837)
Approved bid specifications, subject to technical revisions required by the City Engineer, and authorized staff to advertise for construction bids for the subject project.
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13. La Paz Bridge/Road Widening (CIP 756) - SCE Street Light Modifications
Authorized payment in the amount of $48,912.58 to Southern California Edison Company for street lighting system modifications associated with the La Paz Bridge/Road Widening project (CIP 756).
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
14. Madrid Fore Park Play Area Rehabilitation - CIP 334
Director of Public Services Jerry Hill answered questions from Council Members.
Motion made by Council Member Bucknum, seconded by Mayor Goodell, to (1) a ward contract A23-15 and approved issuance of Purchase Order to Micon Construction, Inc. for the Madrid Fore Park Play Area Rehabilitation -CIP 334 in an amount not to exceed $822,781.00; (2) approve issuance of Purchase Order for the purchase of a shade structure, Berliner and Playworld Playground equipment to Dave Bang Associates, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $307,108.69; (3) approve issuance of Purchase Order for the purchase of Security Lighting Ameron Poles to Ameron Pole Products in the amount not to exceed $62,015.00; (4) approve issuance of Purchase Order for the purchase of Security Lighting Fixtures to Lighting Supply Guy in the amount not to exceed $56,720.14; and (5) approve issuance of Purchase Order for the purchase of GameTime Playground Equipment to Great Western Recreation in the amount not to exceed $38,448.46.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
15. Felipe Road & Oso Parkway Intersection Improvements (CIP 16224)
Director of Public Works explained the improvements and answered Council Member’s questions.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley, seconded by Council Member Bucknum, to authorize the approval of Change Order 1 to Purchase Order 21900431 to Michael Baker International, Inc. in the amount of $55,996 for additional design services.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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NEW BUSINESS
16A. Consideration of Resolution for Grant Funding from the State Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Director of Public Services Jerry Hill presented a report.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley, seconded by Council Member Ruesch, to adopt Resolution 23-13 for Funding from the Forest Health Grant Program as Provided Through the Greenhouse Reduction Fund.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
16. FY 2023-2025 Revenue Projections
Director of Administrative Services presented the staff report.
By consensus the City Council received and filed the report.
MAYOR’S, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ACTIONS
17. Appointment of City Commission Members
Motion made by Council Member Vasquez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley to appoint Ross Kezelman to the Investment Advisory Commission.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion made by Council Member Vasquez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley to appoint LaVal Brewer to the Planning & Transportation Commission.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Motion made by Council Member Ruesch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kelley to appoint Brent Cranmer to the Investment Advisory Commission.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bucknum, Goodell, Kelley, Ruesch, and Vasquez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CITY MANAGER REPORT
18. Housing Law Overview
Director of Community Development Elaine Lister presented the staff report.
Wendy Lee, M.V.: Stated that almost every city in California was denied their housing elements. Spoke on the new housing laws that are giving density bonuses and that it has become very anti -single-family homes. She encouraged residents to go to www.socialprogress.org/index/california
where one can find how their neighborhood is rated
and she outlined the ratings. Lastly, she stated that home ownership is the American Dream and it is being threatened.
Council Member Bucknum requested that the objective design standards on developments come before the Council at a future meeting.
City Manager Wilberg stated that to jump start the hiring process of a consultant we would need to advance funding out of reserves of approximately $150,000. He indicated that Elaine has consultant proposals ready to come back at the next meeting.
City Attorney Curley stated that the purpose of object ive design standards is for the quality or design characteristics that the City wants for future developments.
By consensus the City Council received and filed the report.
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS AND ACTIONS
19. Council Member Reports of Events and Activities Attended ~ AB1234
By consensus, the City Council Members acknowledged their event and activities calendars as presented in the report and agreed to provide any changes to the City Clerk for the public record.
Council Member Bucknum
Council Member Bucknum announced that she attended an Iftar Dinner which is the meal eaten after sunset during Ramadan at our local Mosque. She attended the Marine Appreciation Day at Lake Mission Viejo this past weekend. She reminded residents that this Saturday is the Spring
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Boutique at the Norman P. Community Center and that Tax Day has been pushed to October by the Governor. Council Member Bucknum stated that volunteer planting will take place on April 22 in honor of Arbor Day. She hoped everyone had a Happy Easter and stated that she spent the day at the Montanoso Recreation Center on The Deck. She announced she has an Orange County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) meeting tomorrow and will be in Sacramento next Monday and Tuesday for a conference with the California Association of Governments (SCAG).
Council Member Ruesch
Council Member Ruesch gave kudos to Marine Adoption Committee’s Gail Wood on all the work she does for this committee. He attended the Vietnam War Veteran Commemorating Ceremony along with Mayor Pro Tem Kelley and had the great honor of pinning a defense award to one of our retired marines and indicated that it was one of the most things he has ever done. Lastly, he attended a pickleball player luncheon
Council Member Vasquez
Council Member Vasquez said she also attended the Interfaith Iftar Dinner and an Animal Shelter tour and expressed that the staff is doing a fantastic job. She went to Capo Unified School District’s EOC tour and stated that they have a great plan in place in the event of an emergency. She also attended the Vietnam War Veteran Commemorative Ceremony and was given a star from a decommissioned flag that was previously flown at Miramar National Cemetery which is where her father is buried so she expressed great appreciation. She attended a Easter Egg Hunt at Coronado Park. Council Member Vasquez indicated that her family spent Easter at her sister’s home in San Diego and that her daughter won the Easter egg dying contest.
Mayor Pro Tem Kelley
Mayor Pro Tem Kelley announced that she also attended the Ift ar Dinner as well as De Portola Elementary School’s 50
th Anniversary. She attended the Vietnam War Veteran Commemorative Ceremony and was also able to pin one of the Veterans. She went to Coffee with a Cop which was held on April 5 with Deputy Murphy and Chief McDonald as well as other Police Services staff. Mayor Pro Tem Kelley thanked the Marine Adoption Committee for the Marine Appreciation Day at Lake Mission Viejo. She explained that the City adopted the Headquarters Battalion First Marine Division Camp Pendleton in 2006, which comprises of 1400 marines. She stated it was a well -attended event. She informed residents that the next park to be renovated is Crucero Park and stated she has had a number of requests for renovation of this park. Next year Barbadanes Park will be renovated. Lastly, Mayor Pro Tem Kelley announced that the Community of Character will be celebrating their 20
th Anniversary and the Character Word of the Month for
April is Service.
Mayor Goodell
Mayor Goodell announced that he went on a tour of the Marguerite Aquatics Center and the Oso Creek Club House with Supervisor Don Wagner and his staff. He mentioned that this upcoming weekend he will be departing to Australia and he showed the sports brochure he will be taking
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with him along with some other gifts for dignitaries. Mayor Goodell showed the introduction video.
ADJOURNMENT AT 9:11 PM TO TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2023, AT 5:00 P.M.
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Kimberly Schmitt, City Clerk
Approved at the meeting of April 25, 2023