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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/17/1989 . . . , . MINUTES JOINT REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OCTOBER 17, 1989 The Joint Regular Meeting of the Redevelopment Agency/City Council/Redevelopment Commission was called to order at 5:43 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana by Chairman Young. The purpose of this aeeting was to conduct a public hearing on the Bristol Corridor Redevelopaent Project Area. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, the roll was called: ~ wm COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / CITY COUNCIL John Acosta, Vice Chairman Ron May Richards Norton Patricia McGuigan Miguel Pulido Daniel H. Young, Chairman Daniel E. Griset COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Victor Alleman, Vice Chairman Bill Mack John Raya Kathleen Rosenow, Chairperson Robert Stiens Armando Esparza Harold H. Gosse, Jr. Others in Attendance: David N. Ream, City Manager Edward Cooper, City Attorney Jan Perkins, Deputy City Manager Robyn Simpson, Assistant City Manager Jan C. Guy, Clerk of the Council Cynthia J. Nelson, Executive Director/Community Development Robert Hoffman, Redevelopment & Real Estate Manager Patti Nunn, Economic Development Specialist Allan Robertson, Katz Hollis Murray Kane, Kane Ballmer Burkman Joyce C. Altman, Translator Peggy Hay, Court Reporter Vera Harrison, Secretary Agency . . . JOINT PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TIlE BRISTOL CORRIDOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA At 5:48 p.m., Chairman Young opened the public hearing regarding the Bristol Corridor Redevelop8&nt Project Area. Chairman Young advised the audience that s translator was present to assist in translating the proceedings into Spanish, and outlined the procedures that were to be followed for this public hearing as required by state law. Presentations were made by the following: Edward Cooper, City Attorney Cynthia Nelson, Executive Director/Community Development Allsn Robertson, Katz Hollis Robert Hoffman, Redevelopment & Real Estate Manager Chairman Young asked if there were any questions by members of the Council, Agency or the Commission. Commissioner Raya asked if there is a time frame or restriction on the use of eminent domain within the project area, and how many cases in redevelopment have resulted in litigated settlement with regard to the use of eminent domain. Mr. Hoffman stated that the Plan contains a limitation of 12 years from the time it is adopted, during which the Agency would have the power of eminent domain. Since January 1983, the Agency has acquired 89 parcels, 85 of which were acquired through voluntary negotiations with property owners, and 4 required litigation to verdict to determine just compensation. Commissioner Raya also asked a question regarding the projected percentages that will result upon implementation of the Plan. Ms. Nelson stated that this information is broken down in the Report to Council on a square footage basis, however, these facts can be provided to Commissioner Raya before the next meeting. Responding to a question from Commissioner Raya regarding rehabilitation of residential structures, Ms. Nelson stated that the Agency has in the past and will continue to offer coœBercisl and residential loans snd rebates to property owners to enhance their properties. Commissioner Raya asked if a special assessment district will be imposed on the project area. Ms. Nelson stated that the City does not envision imposing any special assessment in the near term. Chairman Young asked for written correspondence from the Clerk of the Council. The Clerk entered into the record all correspondence received. Testimony was received from the following persons who were in favor of the Redevelopment Plan: -2- . Lorin Griset Laurence Hitterdale Rita Corp in Dr. Dorothy Davis Linda Miller Mike Vail Don Hertel Jim Velasques Karol Vanzant Frank Spevacek John Casteix Angel Rivas Guy Bell Richard Moser A recess was called at 7:14 p.m., and the meeting reconvened at 7:25 p.m. Testimony was received from the following persons who were in opposition of the Redevelopment Plan: Virginia MacKenzie Jim Tucker George Huffer Jim Lowman Florence Lesch Alfredo Garcia Jan Lind (Mr. Lind' s property is in the subject to eminent domain. He as to how his property will be Beatrice Calderon Miles Leach Richard Riemer V.L. McGowan Robert Gonzales Guadalupe Bugariv project area, but is not requested written information affected.) (Jerrold Fadem filled out a form to address the Council, but declined to speak on two occasions) . Robert Hoffman, Redevelopment and Real Estate Manager, stated that most of the property acquisitions anticipated in the project area are going to be in conjunction with the widening of Bristol or parcels acquired for the street widening and remaining parcels acquired by the Redevelopment Agency for repackaging into better development sites. Since the street widening is a long-term project, many acquisitions will not occur before the street widening gets underway. PUBLIC COHlŒNTS There were additional public comments regarding the Redevelopment Plan. It was brought out that the public hearing will be broadcast on numerous occasions prior to the meeting of November 6. The Chairman declared the hearing closed at 8:20 p.m., and solicited comments from members of the Redevelopment Agency/City Council/Redevelopment Commission. . Commissioner Raya commented that if social and community needs are not addressed in the redevelopment process, it is doomed for failure. He suggested the Plan should include a commitment to the residents for their well being and safety, and that tax increment funds be specifically directed, i.e., code enforcement officers, so that they know their paycheck is coming from that area. -3- . . . , . Responding to a question by Agency Kember Norton, Ks. Nelson stated that any additional questions can be asked at the meeting of November 6. Based on the comments received at this meeting and unanswered questions, staff will respond in writing to the Council and Commission before the November 6 meeting. Agency Kember Norton had concerns regarding some of the mitigating measures that are proposed in the Environmental Impact Report, and requested meeting with staff to ask further questions. He also asked a question regarding the financing of the street widening project. Ks. Nelson stated that all the funds necessary to undertake the street widening are not available st this time. She also stated that the majority of tax increment funds will be pledged to the street widening project. Other funding sources (state and federal funds) will be sought. These tax increment funds will be coming specifically from the Bristol Corridor Project Area. In response to a question from Agency Kember Norton regarding obtaining funds to start the project, Ks. Nelson ststed that it will have to be a combined source of revenue. It is hoped thst the sales tax initiative will pass, which will put Bristol in a favorable position to receive funds. It is difficult at the present time to say that a specific amount of funds is available to undertake the first phase. She added that any redevelopment dollars contributed to the widening would be limited if new redevelopment did not occur within the project boundaries. Commissioner Stiens asked how the other project areas have fared as far as anticipated funds vs. actual funds received. Ks. Nelson stated thst the original tax increment projections were conservative and in every case, expectations for revenues have been exceeded--the projection for the future looks very favorable. Commissioner Stiens asked Kr. Hoffman a question regarding individuals who were displaced by another project, but were able to purchase homes with relocation funds. Kr. Hoffman stated that 21 residential tenants were displaced from the A-13 site, and through the Agency's relocation program, seven were able to purchase homes for the first time, and the remainder were able to move into better housing. It was moved by Agency Kember Pulido, seconded by Agency Kember Norton and carried by majority vote of the Redevelopment Agency, City Council, and Redevelopment Commission to continue the public hearing to November 6, 1989 for preparstion of staff response to comments and questions. Chairman Young called a recess at 8:31 p.m. The Community Redevelopment Commission adjourned to November 6, 1989 at 7:30 p.m. and left the Council Chambers at 8:31 p.m. CLOSED SESSION The Community Redevelopment Agency sdjourned to Closed Session in Room 147 of the Council Chambers at 8:31 p.m. -4- . . . . . The Clerk of the Council read the following: The Legal Counsel requests that the Redevelopment Agency recess to Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(A) to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally, and to which the Redevelopment Agency is a party. The Legal Counsel requests that the Redevelopment Agency recess to Closed Session to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(B) (1) - (significant exposure). The title of the litigation is: Communi tv RedeveloDment A2encv vs. Maxson RECONVENE The Community Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened at 9:27 p.m. with all Agency Members present with the exception of Agency Member McGuigan. AS 265 (CHAPER 1135. STATUTES OF 1985) RESIDENTIAL SET-ASIDE COMPLIANCE FINDING It was moved by Agency Member Acosta, seconded by Agency Member Norton and carried (5:0) that the Redevelopment Agency adopt Resolution No. 89-14 - a Resolution of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Ana making certain findings pursuant to Section 33334.2 of the Community Redevelopment Lew for Fiscal Year 1989-90. AUTHORIZATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF 1989 TAX ALLOCATION BONDS REFUNDING 1985 SERIES A-D It was moved by Agency Member Acosta, seconded by Agency Member Norton and carried (5:0) that the Redevelopment Agency adopt Resolution No. 89-15 - a Resolution of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Ana authorizing the issuance of 1989 tax allocation refunding bonds (1985 series A through D bonds), approving indentures of trust relating thereto, authorizing sale of such bonds, approving substitution of remarketing agent and official statement, and authorizing officisl action. FISCAL YEAR 1989-90 BUDGET Agency Kember Norton made a motion which was seconded by Agency Member Acosta and carried (5:0) for a 30-day continuance of this item. EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE It was moved by Agency Kember Norton, seconded by Agency Member Kay and carried (4:0) - (Chairman Young abstained) that the Redevelopaent Agency grant an extension of the Exclusive Right to Negotiate to Hopkins Development Company for development of the Orange County Jewelry Mart, located on the A-16 site, to June 1, 1990. -5- . . . . . , REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THREE DETACHED HOMES LOCATED AT 303 SOUTH ORANGE SINGLE-FAMILY It was moved by Agency Mellber Kay, seconded by Agency Kember Acosta and carried (5:0) that the Redevelopaent Agency approve the issuance of a Request for Proposal for the development of three detsched, single-family homes in the Eastside Neighborhood, located at 303 South Orange. SECOND AKENDKENT TO THE SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE AGREEMENT A-9 AND A-12 PROJECTS It was moved by Agency Kember Acosta, seconded by Agency Kember Pulido and carried (5:0) that the Redevelopment Agency direct the Agency Attorney to prepare and authorize the Chairaan and Executive Director to execute the proposed second amendment to the Settleaent and Release Agreement, A-9 and A-12 proj ects. AGIIMCY SIU'.IIRTARY KEPORT It was aoved by Agency K88bar Pulido, seconded by Agency Kel8ber Acosta and carried (5:0) that the Recievelop88nt Agency instruct the Agency Secretary to enter into the Minutes: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, the Agenda for the September 19, 1989 Regular Keeting of the Community Redevelopment Agency was posted on the door of the Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza, at 10 a.m. on September 15, 1989. UPORT nœ CLOSED SESSIOif It was moved by Agency Kellber Pulido, seconded by Agency Kember Kay and csrried (5: 0) that the Redevelopment Agency approve the following settlements: Settlement in the amount of $447,365 net for the Broadway Theater Ratification of the $10,000 final offer of c08p8naat1Oft in the Kaxaon case ADJnI.~ There being no further business to come before the Redevelopment Agency, the meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m. ~ ;;~~ Cynthia J. Nelson/Executive Director Community Development Agency -6-