1978-0816_BEAR BRAND RANCH COMPANY_J1_Item MinutesApplicant:
M. Lyles, 500 South Citron, Anaheim, California.
Written Communications:
TIT Report dated August 16, 1978, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, forwarding a
Kecommendation of approval subject to approval of
'a detailed landscape plan for the property prior
to issuance of any building permit.
(2) Report dated August 16, 1978, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, forwarding a
revised recommendation that only those citrus trees
directly impacted by grading necessary to locate the
house be approved for removal.
Confirmation of Tree Inspector's Decision:
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to confirm the decision of
the Tree Inspector with regard to this application.
Policy on Citrus Tree Removals:
Councilman Buchheim suggested that obviously dead trees
be taken out without a permit; that there may be a County
law that if the tree reaches a certain diseased state,
the removal can be enforced. With the concurrence of
Council, Mayor Friess directed the Tree Inspector to
study the problem and make recommendations regarding the
problems with dead citrus trees and possible program of
enforcement of the preservation of groves.
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT, TRACT 9382
LOTS NOS. 51-54 (MAURER)
(85) Proposal:
(74) The removal of 15 trees along the rear vard area of Lots 51
through 54, Tract 9382. The trees had been designated on
the tree removal plan to be preserved; however, the precise
grading plan indicates that the grade of the rear lot areas
will be approximately 12 to 15 feet below the existing
elevation. Thirty-two eucalyptus trees will replace the
existing trees.
Written Communications:
Report dated August 16, 1978, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development forwarding the Tree
Inspector's recommendation of approval to remove the
trees subject to the required addendum to the landscape
plan attached as Exhibit A.
Council Discussion:
Council expressed concern that the trees were to have been
preserved and it is now necessary to remove them. Councilman
Buchheim noted that the Environmental Review Board determined
that the trees had been improperly located on the plans.
Confirmation of Tree Inspector's Decision:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried to receive and file the report.
SUBDIVISIONS AND ANNEXATIONS
1. ANNEXATION AGREEMENT - BEAR BRAND RANCH -
PARCEL SA
(21) Proposal:
Approval of an Agreement to annex Bear Brand Ranch Tract 9390,
giving authorization to the Mayor to sign the Agreement
upon a determination by the Director of Public -Works that
the improvement permits for Calle Aspero and Calle Ricardo
may be issued. Thereafter, the City will initiate a
prezoning of the propCrty to 100 -EL (Large Estate).
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Written Communications:
(1) Report dated August 16, 1978, from the Director
of Community Planning and Development, forwarding
a synopsis of City requirements for access and the
actions necessary to meet those requirements; and,
an agreement to annex the property to the City.
(2) Revised Agreement, amending Section E, Page 2, to
require that the Bear Brand Ranch Company provide
a 35 -foot radius turnaround, or provide for a future
connection to a future street commonly known as
the Crumrine extension.
Council Discussion:
Council discussed their concerns regarding the protection
of the City during the annexation process.
(1) Bob Hill, President of Bear Brand Ranch Company,
250 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, advised
that he was present to answer any questions.
(2) Norlyn Dull, 25962 Calle Aspero, addressed the
Council regarding his concern for access to the
property and concerns for City protection in the
event the annexation does not go through.
(3) Ernest Chapman, 25961 Calle Aspero, expressed his
concern about access through Crumrine Road and
construction traffic on Calle Aspero; and improvement
of Calle Aspero.
(4) Don Markowski, 32022 Paseo de Allesandro, concurred
with the concerns expressed by Mr. Dull and Mr. Chapman.
Approval of Annexation Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried that the Agreement to Annex
Real Property be approved, and that the Mayor be authorized to
execute the document within 5 days after determination by
the Director of Public Works that the street improvement
permits for Calle Aspero and Calle Ricardo may be issued;
further, that a prezone of the subject property to 100 -EL be
initiated and the Planning Commission authorized to commence
public hearings.
Councilman Buchheim requested that staff investigate an
access problem on property previously designated Sacarama
Lane for Mr. Ron Lyons, 31801 Via de Linda.
Councilman Thorpe suggested that the Bear,Brand Ranch
Committee be continued in order to keep Council apprised
of the progress and concerns associated with this project.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE ENGINEERING AIDE
FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT
(66) Council received copies of a report dated August 16, 1978,
from the City Manager requesting concurrence from the City
Council of the City Manager's approval to hire an Engineering
Aide for one year in conjunction with the Pedestrian and
Bicycle Safety Program grant approved by Council on
July 19th.
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