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19-0917_NUVIS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING_F1a_Correspondence_Previously SubmittedPreviously Submitted Correspondence August 14, 2019 Hon. Brian Maryott, Mayor: bmarvott@sanivancapistrano.o Hon. Troy Bourne, Mayor Pro Tem: bourne@5anjuancayistrano.org Hon. Sergio Farias, sfar!as@sanivancapistrano.org Hon. Derek Reeve, dreeve sanjuancapistrano.org Hon. John Taylor :itavlor@sanjuancapistrano.or Sent Via email: Dear Mayor and Council Members, On behalf of the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation (JBMIAN/Belardes), this letter is to express our disillusionment on the current status of the Putideum Park Project/Northwest Open Space. As you know our Tribe has been a driving force in perpetuating the need to build a passive open space, educational, cultural village on our ancestral land. We have donated hundreds of hours in presenting a clear picture on why this project is beneficial to the JBMIAN, public, and the City of SJC. We have been patient, understanding and engaging. Fast forward years later; we are now at a point where our government to government relationship with the City of San Juan Capistrano is at a critical juncture. The fact is representatives of the City of SJC have been deceitful. The continued delay tactics have been financially irresponsible, disrespectful, and reminiscent of California's dark history of the erasure of the Acjachemen. The public supports this one of a kind, long overdue, acknowledgement of the first people of this land. It is time to keep your word! Please do your job! Build this project! Sincerely, Matias Belardes, Tribal Chairman Mark Mendez, Vice Chairman Abel Silvas, Council Member Christina Gollette-Gonzalez-Council Member Dustin Murphey,Council Member Joyce Stanfield Perry -Cultural Resouce Director 9/17/2019 Fla Maria Morris From: Joanna Clark Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2019 7:01 Aivi To: Maria Morris; Brian Maryott; Christy Jakl; Sergio Farias; Troy Bourne; Derek Reeve; John Taylor Subject: Putuidem Village Cultural Center The Acjachemen Nation settled this area 12,000 years before our European interloper ancestors invaded and decimated the indigenous Native populations of the Americas with their germs, guns, and steel, and stole their land to subdivide and sell. Their history includes being uprooted from their village home of Putuidem and the surrounding area by Spanish missionaries and brought to the Mission site, treated as a lesser form of a human. They were forced to build the Mission, renamed the Juanenos Band of Mission Indians, and adopt a strange new faith. Following the American occupation of California in 1846, the "claims of Indians who had acquired land in the 1841 formation of the San Juan Pueblo, were ignored, despite evidence substantiating the Juanenos' claims." To further complicate their lives and dehumanization, the Governor of California called for the extermination of the indigenous population in 1851, and over the next 20 years, 80 percent of California's Native Americans were wiped out. Between 9,000 and 16,000 were murdered in cold blood --- the victims of a policy of genocide sponsored by the state of California and gleefully assisted by its newest citizens. In 2003, cultural genocide continued when the City Council approved the building of Junipero Serra High School on land sacred to the Acjachemen. Today their sacred burial ground is a soccer field. In 2016 the City Council approved the Putuidem Village Cultural Center, and after numerous reviews and concessions, the City Council approved plans and specifications for the Center on May 15, 2018. Then, less than a year later, on April 16, 2019, the new City Council voted to table the project until the community has had an opportunity to provide input on what it would like to see in the Northwest Open Space area. Enough! The sacred sites and lands of the Acjachemen descendants have been plundered, desecrated, and devoured by development over the past 243 years. It is time to end the cultural genocide and build the Putuidem Village Cultural Center; a place where we can come together and learn. Christy JAI Subject: FW: Proposed NW Open Space development -----Original Message ----- From: Carol Flora Sent: Wednesday, July 3, 2019 6:00 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation <CScanstation@sanjuancapistrano.org> Subject: Proposed NW Open Space development Dear City Clerk ( and all City representatives). I moved to San Juan Capistrano with my parents in 1974. Other than living in Irvine for several years, my family and I bought a home here in 1992. I've seen many developments go up, road changes, and of course population changes. Often times the interest of the city is not the best for our city's cultural heritage, and open space. People are bought off, or taxable income is the priority. A park sounds like a great idea, excluding the campground, in light of our growing homeless population and the problems that come with it. Cities do not have control over homelessness, and I fear a campground or park may be a magnet for the homeless. A park less so than a campground. A horrible idea for a beautiful gateway to our city. Thank you, Carol Flora Sent from my iPhone *****Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. Christy JAI From: cynthia lyons Sent: Saturday, July 6, 2019 10:55 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: proposed 'River Street Marketplace' & General Plan amendment Please don't change the Los Rios Specific Plan, and put in the 'River Street marketplace' shopping center they are proposing. I hate to see the last most preserved spot of Old Orange County ruined by too much development. The streets around that area can barely handle the flow of traffic now, and there isn't room to widen the streets without tearing down businesses and residences. We don't need more development. Please send this on to the City Council. I moved down here because it wasn't as crowded, and has more open space. I really love the old town around the mission, and I hate to see it destroyed by too much development. thank you, Cynthia Lyons SJC, CA 92675 Christy JAI To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: RE: Northwest Open Space From: Terri Trammell Sent: Tuesday, July 2, 2019 11:20 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation <CScanstation sanivanca istrano.or > Subject: Northwest Open Space To whom it may concern, I wasn't able to make either workshop but would like to have my voice heard. I have lived in San Juan Capistrano for 4 years now and love the open space we have left and the horse country atmosphere. We need to Save the last open space remaining in our town. Build nothing on the Northwest Open Space and leave it as is. That is my voice and vote. Please share with our City Council. Thank you! Concerned Resident Terri Trammell San Juan Capistrano * * * * *Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. Christy JAI Subject: FW: NW Open Space Workshop Importance: High From: Erin Beyer Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2019 1:39 PM To: Maria Morris <MMorris sanivanca istrano..or >; Matisse Reischl <MRoischl san'uanca istrano.or > Cc: Ed Beyer Subject: NW Open Space Workshop Importance: High June 23, 2019 City of San Juan Capistrano 23400 Paseo Adelanto San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 Dear Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council, I am writing to you regarding the proposed development for the NW Open Space. I am opposed to both of the projects for extensive development that were presented to the city council last April. I am in support of the plans for the Pituidem Village and I believe that there may be a use that is both compatible with that village and also legal within the current zoning. If there is any development in that open space, then it must be compatible with what is already existing on that property. I believe that the Swanner House could possibly expand to better serve their customers and it could be done in a way that is compatible with the current structures. I also think that a soccer field (or two) located near the dog park would also be compatible with the current use. A passive park which would have to include parking lot improvements at the dog park. Anything more than that would likely cause irreparable damage the unspoiled area that we all love and enjoy. What sets San Juan Capistrano apart from all other cities in South County is that beautiful open view you see when driving down the 1-5 freeway (the gateway to our town) and the complete lack of development on the ridgelines. We must preserve that for future generations to enjoy. Please do not consider developing anything south of the dog park. That area should be nothing more than trails and open fields. Thank you for your time in reading this and for your service to the city. Best regards, Erin Beyer 21 -year resident San Juan Capistrano *****Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. Christy Jakl From: Manny Ruelas on behalf of City Clerk Scanstation Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 4:06 PM Cc: Ben Siegel; Jeff Ballinger, Jacob Green; Joel Rojas; Sergio Klotz; Christina Gomez; Maria Morris; Christy Jakl; Matisse Reischl Subject: FW: Northwest Open Space Good afternoon, Please see correspondence below. The City Council has been blind -copied. Manny Ruelas City of San Juan Capistrano 32400 Paseo Adelanto San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MRuelast@sanivancapistrano.org From: Terri Trammell Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 12:48 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation <CScanstation@sanjuancapistrano.org> Subject: Northwest Open Space To the City Council Members, I would ask that you take this in serious consideration. One of the wonderful things about San Juan Capistrano is the Open Space. We have a special town full of Spanish charm, Country charm & horse lovers atmosphere! It seems everywhere you turn in Orange County they are building on Open Space. Personally I don't understand it. Open Space is good for many things ie: your soul, animals, the air we breath, the water we drink, relaxation and peace of mind. I was shocked to hear we are going to allow someone to build something in the Northwest Open Space. My young son and I have enjoyed walking through the trees, dirt and open space for years. It gives you a feeling of being in the country and will teach him to appreciate this type of open space, calm and beauty. Please do whatever you can in your power to preserve one of the last remaining open spaces in SJC - the Northwest Open Space! A resident of SJC. Terri Trammell * * * * *Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. a Christv JAI From: Maria Morris Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 11:33 AM Cc: Ben Siegel; Jeff Ballinger, Jacob Green; Joel Rojas; Sergio Klotz; Christina Gomez; Christy Jakl; Manny Ruelas; Matisse Reischl Subject: FW: Opposition to Development of the Northwest Open Space furher destroying archaeological site of the Acjachemen Good morning, Please see correspondence below. The City Council has been blind -copied. Maria Morris, CMC City Clerk City of San Juan Capistrano 32400 Paseo Adelanto San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 0: 949-443-6309 m m o rri s @Sa nJ u a nca p i stra no.orla From: Joanna Clark Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 8:40 AM To: Maria Morris <MMorris@sanjuancapistrano.org> Subject: FW: Opposition to Development of the Northwest Open Space furher destroying archaeological site of the Acjachemen From: Joanna Clark (AEGiS) Sent: Friday, March 01, 2019 4:20 PM To:'cityclerk@sanjuancapistrano.org.'<cityclerk@sanivancapistrano.org.> Subject: Opposition to Development of the Northwest Open Space furher destroying archaeological site of the Acjachemen I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. The indigenous Native Americans came her 13,000 to 33,000 years before European and European -Mediterranean settlers arrived, committing both physical and cultural genocide. It is estimated that together — North, Central and South America, we killed upwards of 97 million with our guns, germs and steel. In 1851, the first Governor of California gave the word to "exterminate then all." Over the next two years our ancestors killed some 310,000. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. We have broken virtually every treaty we signed with Native American tribes, including agreements all because of our greed and inhumanity to others. Restore the land to its proper owners, the Acjachemen. Sincerely, Joanna Clark San Juan Capistrano, CA "Trump has set in motion initiatives that will cause damage," Governor Brown said, comparing the planet under Trump's climate policies to a person who has just fallen from the top of the Empire State Building. "You are falling down four stories, but you have 80 to go," he said. "Maybe you are not damaged yet, but it is certain you will die." * * * * *Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. Christy Jakl From: Maria Morris Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 10:57 AM Cc: Ben Siegel; Jeff Ballinger; Jacob Green; Joel Rojas; Sergio Klotz; Christy Jakl; Manny Ruelas; Matisse Reischl; Christina Gomez Subject: FW: North West Open Space Good morning, Please see email below from Dennis Hogan. The City Council has been blind -copied. Maria Morris, CMC City Clerk City of San Juan Capistrano 32400 Paseo Adelanto San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 O: 949-443-6309 mmorris@SanJuanCapistrano.org From: Dennis Hogan Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 9:53 AM To: Maria Morris <MMorris@sanjuancapistrano.org> Subject: North West Open Space Hi Maria, can you please distribute the inclosed letter to all city council and planning commission members. Thank You, Dennis Hogan To: San Juan Capistrano City Council and Planning Commission RE: North West Open Space Area I'm hearing from a lot of long time residents that are outraged over the possibility of turning over our 40 acre North West Open Space Property for the benefit of a developer, wanting to turn it into a commercial enterprise. I for one, can't imagine that this type of high impact development would even be remotely considered — I'm referring specifically to the Redtail - Camping/Glamping RV Resort Park. I trust that all of you, as part of your due -diligence have check out their " Flying Flags" Web Site? Attached is a link, in case you've been too busy. highwaywestvacations.com One can easily see, that this really amounts to a major development with lots of permanent structures (Cabins, Cottages, Lodges), in addition to the many large RV Spaces, in order to accommodate the luxury high-end motor homes that can afford to pay the higher, almost double the average RV Park over night space fee. Given the luxury and exclusive nature of this concept, I certainly don't think it's the type of amenity that would win over the local community, especially the families. I think as responsible leaders of our community, and for those of you who weren't residing in SJC when the Open Space Bond Measure D was adopted, I would strongly recommend that you read it so that you are able to understand the purpose behind it and why the residents overwhelmingly supported it. Myself and many of my still neighbors participated in the many workshops that ultimately and collectively decided what kind of low impact uses would be considered as an acceptable use for this site and I can tell you emphatically, thbt none of the uses the committee's adopted come close to what is being proposed with this Redtail Proposal. The whole purpose of the Bond Measure D, that the residents obligated themselves to, was to guarantee that this property would remain as permanent Open Space akin to a "Natural Rural Park" for everyone to enjoy that will assure perpetuation of SJC's unique heritage for generations to come. I urge all of you to NOT SUPPORT THIS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Resspecfully, Dennis Hogan, 34 Yr. Resident * * * * *Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. ' March 28, 2019 Dear Mayor Brian Maryott, The citizens of San Juan Capistrano VOTED for and PAID for the Northwest Open Space Land to be permanently Open Space not a commercial development. THANK YOU FOR VOTING AGAINST THE CAMPGROUND NEGOTIATIONS. Please CONTINUE to support the Open Space Land as it was intended. Enclosed is a copy of a letter we sent to each council member. Sincerely. Rea and Phvllis Villamil San Juan uapistrano, GA 92675 V ' March 28, 2019 i' Dear Councilmen Sergio Farias, Derek Reeve, Tony Bourne, and John Taylor, The Northwest Open Space Land was NOT intended to be a commercial property! Having lived in San Juan Capistrano for 44 years, having voted FOR the Open Space Bond, having PAID for the Northwest Open Space since its inception; we are appalled that our San Juan City Council would even consider turning our Open Space into a campground. Seeing trailers, RV's, and tents as the entrance into town is incomprehensible. Please reconsider and cease negotiations immediately! Leave the Open Space to be enjoyed by our citizens whether it be a dog park, picnic grounds, or the beauty of undeveloped land. That was what was voted for by San Juan citizens! LEAVE THE OPEN SPACE AS IT WAS INTENDED!!! Req and Phyllis Villamil San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 Subject: FW: Agenda Report: NWOS Putuidem Village Project From: Kerry Ferguson i, Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2019 8:05 AM To: Thomas Tom an <TToman san uanca pistrano.or > Cc: Jerry Nieblas - ;Stephen Rios _ Rececca Robles Matias Belardes _ Patricia Martz - Gil Leon < leorti san'uanca istrano.or >; David Contreras <DContreras san'uanca istrano.or >; perry _ ] _ ; Jennifer Rigby Khoon Tan >; Tom Munoz Joe Parco <Warco@sanitrancapistrano.org>; Christy Jakl <riakl@sanivaricapistrano.orp>; Jennifer Harmon <JHarrnon sai7jlrancapistrano.org> Subject: Re: Agenda Report: NWCS Putuidem Village Project Thanks, Tom - I know our committee approved the new plan. However, I hope you will recall we asked that the picnic area and actual restrooms be restored if at all possible. You do show tables and out houses at least, but an actual area and restrooms would be a great boon to the community. Also, we asked that staff find out this time what contractors have built similar installations such as the Chumash in Malibu and Tongva in Santa Fe Springs and include them in the RFP. Someone with that experience would possibly be less likely to pad their bid to allow for inexperience. It would be great if you could at least include these in your oral report to council. All the best, Kerry On Thu, Apr 11, 2019, 7:02 AM Thomas Toman <1"wrote: Hope you all are well! Attached is the April 16, 2019, Agenda Report regarding our revised conceptual plan for the NWOS Community Park Project (Putuidem Cultural Village — CIP 09209). This will be an Administrative Item; so, I'll provide a brief staff presentation to the Council regarding the revised Project (which the Putuidem Committee approved on October 29, 2018) and will then be recommending that they approve it; direct staff to modify the final plans and specs to reflect the new Project, and, direct staff to advertise and receive constriction bids. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns, and please attend this meeting if possible (begins at 5:00 p.m.). See you then — have a great weekend. Thanks, Tom Thomas Toman Assistant Public Works Director City of San Juan Capistrano 32400 Paseo Adelanto San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 0: 949-234-4580 ll i31t]�In�C�15i11]JLlilil��i1 ]Is�!'iEl]LT.[] *****Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 April 11, 2019 RE: Northwest Open Space Propo�pl with Red Tail Acquisitions Mayor Brian Maryott Council Member Troy Bourne Council Member Sergio Farias Council Member Derek Reeve Council Member John Taylor RE: Northwest Open Space Proposal with [fed Tall AccluisitLoaq Mayor and City Council Members: Concerning the upcoming City Council Agenda Item, several of my neighbors and those local folks that I have spoken so far with are very concerned that the Council Is about to make an extremely reckless decision, and without adequate public support. As reported in Jbq Capistrano Dispatch, the proposal to negotiate with Red Tail Acquisitions or other potential contractors as to uses that include camping and the potential of "glamping° do not have widespread appeal. It is a fair question to ask if this is what the voters had in mind when they chose a long-term tax on themselves to support the City's General Plan, and the concept of Open Space. Why is there a rush to exclusive negotiations with a commercial builderldeveloper whose own website has some admirable commercial/ industrial/ retail projects, but no open spacel recreational projects or uses indicated? This proposal for taxpayer -purchased land and our commitment to the future of our City needs broad citizen support to succeed. We are not there yet, and to proceed without adequately addressing the several valid concerns being raised is pure folly. Sincerely, Gerry Gamble Subject: FW: Jim Adams / Capistrano Vineyards »> On Mar 1, 2019, at 12:12 PM, Jerry Nieblas < wrote: »> City Council Members and all appropriate city staff: - »> I want to share a brief portion of our history. The North West Open Space is a very important site to the Nieblas Family of San Juan Capistrano. This was once part of the most ancient and sacred village site of Putuidem. Putuidem was the mother village of my 6x great grandparents, Zodut (the ancient village Sagavit) and Zoget (Putuidem) and their daughter and our 5x great grandmother, Maria Bernarda Chigilia, Chigilia was 14 years old and witnessed the establishment of Mission San Juan Capistrano in 1776. Soon after the Mission's founding Maria Bernarda Chigilia was removed from this village and "relocated" to the newly established "boundaries" of the Mission - her life ever changed would NEVER be the same. »> Our historical connection to this land is why I write to endorse and fully support Jim Adam's "Capistrano Vineyard" proposed development involving the NWOS. Again, I must mention that I do not like progress. I prefer the San Juan Capistrano of my youth - completely opposite of what it is today. However, I know "progress/change" will come to our town and am also aware this "progress" is not always a positive thing. »> We feel "Capistrano Vineyards" will offer visitors a chance to experience th- many layers of San Juan Capistrano's rich history - a very good thing This proposed project will offer them an opportunity to experience the Native American Juaneno, Spanish and Mexican, great Early Californio Rancho, European feel, history, cultures, foods and traditions. The proposed vineyards and orange tree preservation will allow visitors a real sense of what the San Juan Capistrano citrus and fruit farms were like. Finally, it WOULD NOT be another residential neighborhood, more roads, cluster of medical bldgs./offices, shopping mall or a strip mall. »> We do feel it would be the most appropriate and outstanding symbol of WELCOME to San Juan Capistrano. Definitely this project would be one that brings our city motto to life, "Preserving (our) The Past to Enhance (our) The Future"I We would please request that the city council accept and approve Jim Adam's "Capistrano Vineyards". Residents of Capistrano and our many visitors deserve this kind of development and experience. »> For all our Ancestors, »> Members of the Nieblas Family of SJC and » Direct descendants of the ancient villages of Putuidem and Sagavit » and of Early Californio Rancho Yorba and Rios Familia: » Jerry Nieblas » Stephen Nieblas/jsn » Mary Nieblas/jsn » Alicia Nieblas/jsn » Theresa Nieblas-Saunders/jsn » Adrienne "Gigi" Nieblas/jsn » Joseph "Toby" Nieblas/jsn » Airian Nieblas/jsn » MaryAnne Nieblas-Lanssens/jsn » Paul Lanssens/jsn Frances Rios/jsn >> , >>> Sent from my IPad *****Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. z From: Joanna Clark Sent~ Friday, March 1, 2019 420 PM To: cityclerk@sanjuancapistrano.org. Subject: Opposition to Development of the Northwest Open Space furher destroying archaeological site of the Acjachemen I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuldem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. The indigenous Native Americans came her 13,000 to 33,000 years before European and European -Mediterranean settlers arrived, committing both physical and cultural genocide. It is estimated that together — North, Central and South America, we killed upwards of 97 million with our guns, germs and steel'., In 1851, the first Governor of California gave the word to "exterminate then all." Over the next two years our ancestors killed some 310,000. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. We have broken virtually every treaty we signed with Native American tribes, Including agreements all because of our greed and inhumanity to others. Restore the land to its proper owners, the Acjachemen. Sincerely, Joanna Clark San Juan Capistrano, CA 'Trump has set in motion Initiatives that will cause damage," Governor Brown said, comparing the planet under Trump's climate policies to a person who has just fallen from the top of the Empire State Building. "You are falling down four stories, but you have 80 to go," he said. "Maybe you are not damaged yet, but it is certain you will die." March 1, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Development of the Northwest Open Space Area Although I am not a citizen of your community, I am opposed to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area based on my expertise and past interactions with Native Americans and their history. The last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem lies under the entire NW Open Space area. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a large part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open Space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely yours, - . /Y, 4e,:5 Jere H. Lipps Former Director of the Orange County Cooper Archaeological and Paleontological Center jlipps@berkeley.edu March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre - contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects wit[ destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High SChool gymnasium, swimming pool, and atlil'etic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on toga of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, David Olinger Jane Olinger From: Kathleen Howe Sent: Saturday, March 2, 2019 11:54 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Plan for development of Northwest Open Space March 2, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Aloha, I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistranq,since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. I would hope that the members of the San Juan Capistrano City Council are aware of the Native Americans Grave Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). In the act it states: The second major purpose of the statute is to provide greater protection for Native American burial sites and more careful control over the removal of Native American human remains, funerary objects, sacred objects, and items of cultural patrimony on Federal and tribal lands. NAGPRA requires that Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations be consulted whenever archeological investigations encounter, or are expected to encounter, Native American cultural items or when such items are unexpectedly discovered on Federal or tribal lands (Section 3), Excavation or removal of any such items also must be done under procedures required by the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (Sec. 3 (c)(1)). This NAGPRA requirement is likely to encourage the in situ preservation of archaeological sites,or at least the portions of them that contain burials or other kinds of cultural items. In many situations, it will be advantageous for Federal agencies and'rribes undertaking land -modifying activities on their lands to undertake careful consultations with traditional users of the land and intensive archeological surveys to locate and then protect unmarked Native American graves, cemeteries, or other places where cultural items might be located. It appears to me that the preservation of this historical Acjachemen site falls under the protection of the NAGPRA and the City Council would be in violation of the Act if the Northwest Open Space Area were to be developed in any way other than that which has been laid out by the Putuidem Committee, which preserves the cultural integrity of the site. The history of the peoples who inhabited this land before the onslaught of western culture cannot be lost, its value is far too great. The development of this space in a way that preserves and promotes the cultural use of the land pre -western contact far surpasses any desire to simply create another playgi•oundlathletic field, which there is a relative abundance of. I respectfully request that you review how this site is to be used and maintain it as an open space of cultural importance. Sincerely, Kathleen Howe Fullerton, CA 92831 From: Kristen Calderon Sent: Saturday, March 2, 2019 3:12 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Open Space Area, Acjachemen village cityclerk@sanjuancapistrano.org. March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have beer) involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this,over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Kristen Calderon, Acjachemen Descendant, direct descendant of the clan from Putuidem. Sent from my Whone From: Alex Noyes Sent: Saturday, March 2, 2019 7:59 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Dear San Juan Capistrano City Council, Our family learned recently that our native people were here long before the pyramids were built, long before literally every historical event we've ever learned about, and we want to protect their continued connection and claim to the land. To that end, we oppose the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. It is the only place left where the Juaneno/Acjachemen can conunernorate (heir cultural heritage. At the council's direction, tribal members have spent hundreds of hours over the last 5 years planning for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit, which includes burials. Please, let's respect their work and ancestors. 1. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was already destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen again. Thank you. Sincerely, Alexandra, William, Katya, and Hunter Noyes From: Caroline Colesworthy Sent: Saturday, March 2, 2019 8:26 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Dear San Juan Capistrano City Council: I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NVQ Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Caroline Colesworthy Instructor for Earthroots Field School and Journey School From: Sasha Kuczynski Sent: Saturday, March 2, 2019 9:53 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Derr San Juan City Council, I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachernen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits'of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Sasha Kuczynski From: Angelica Robles Sent: Sunday, March 3, 2019 8:11 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Hello, I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including; burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidern Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural'deposit. 'rhe core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2044 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Thank You. -Angelica Robles LF 0 March 3, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council From: Mikel Hogan, Ph.D., Applied Anthropologist Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I am writing this letter to the San Juan City Council because I heard of the proposals to develop the Northwest Open Space Area despite the efforts since 2014 of members of the Acjachemen/Juaneno tribal community and the California Cultural Resources Preservation Alliance (CCRPA) to preserve this extraordinarily important last remaining ancient village area of Putuidem of San Juan Capistrano (SJC). In 2014 the City Council approved the concept suggested by the Acjachemen/Juaneno tribal community and their supporters for the City to build a Native American Heritage Park with a replica village and interpretive displays because the Council recognized it would benefit the Acjachemen descendants by providing a place for sacred community gatherings. The City Council asked the Acjachemen/Juaneno tribal community to form the Putuidem Committee to work on the concepts for the cultural park agreeing that it will benefit the city and community as an important part of the heritage of SJC. The cultural park will also provide an educational resource for the community, for school children, and tourists because the Northwest Open Space Area is the last remaining segment of the ancient village. The Putuidem Committee has been planning the cultural park since 2014 by attending hundreds of hours of meetings with city staff and others to develop concepts and story -lines for the park ensuring the park will not cause ground disturbance of the sacred artifacts that lay beneath the earth in that village area. The ancient village of Putuidem was occupied by Acjachemen who lived successfully and sustainably in Orange County, California for thousands of years. It is an important part of the dwindling cultural heritage of our state and nation and should be preserved for future generations. The site contains burials and is considered sacred by Acjachemen descendants who feel called to protect the graves and places of their ancestors. The history of treatment of California Indians is shameful and includes forced mission ization,abroken treaties, removal of their children to boarding schools, and state policies of extermination. We can't go back and undo these injustices, but we can respect and protect the few remaining places and graves of their ancestors, especially when they are within an open space area that the City Council agreed was significant. Unlike plants and animals, archaeological sites are non-renewable. Once they are destroyed they are gone forever. Please only approve of the City to build a Native American Heritage Park with a replica village and interpretive displays for the Northwest Open Space Area. Thank you, Dr. Hogan From: Judy Fike Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 5:55 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Putuidem March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014, They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Judith Fike Mission Viejo.CA 92692 From: Jim Gaston Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 7:52 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area To: San Juan Capistrano City Council ,, I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good par( of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. •. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Jim Gaston �« r C.t;.k.P. A. California Cultural Resource Preservation Alliance, Inc. P.O. Box 54132 An alliance. of American Indian and scientific anumunides working for Irvine, CA 92619-4132 the preservation of archaeological sites and other cultural resources. City Council of San Juan Capistrano March 4`h, 2019 cityclerk sanivanc,(il)istrano.o_rp RE, Putuidem Village Park Project/ Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area City Council Members, I am writing to register my oppSi_i_ion to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top. of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. rinally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Regards; Sylvere CM Valentin, MA RPA Vice President of CCRPA From: Erika Jewell Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 8:29 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Native lands I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Histdtic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2044 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Erika Jewell Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android Christ Jakl From: Samantha Kleam Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 9:46 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Hello, I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Samantha Kleam Christv JAI From: Pat D Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 11:04 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area Please distribute to San Juan Capistrano City Council I am writing as a resident of Orange County and frequent visitor in your community to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. I realize the entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials, many of which has already been built t1pon. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have. donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. I write this in support of the great work done by the California Cultural Resources Preservation Alliance (CCRPA) Pat Davis Sent from my phone. Please excuse brevity and typos. Christy Jakl From: Fudge Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 12:19 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Public Comment on proposal to develop the Northwest Open Space Area - March 5, 2019 meeting Dear Council members, In November of 2016, we attended your City Council meeting to speak about the Northwest Open Space park. At that time it was our intent to commend the Council for their cultural sensitivity and foresight in planning a park honoring the Juaneno that would be unique in the entire county, complement the mission story and provide educational and cultural benefits for the community as well as tourists. However, things have changed with that direction - and not in a positive way - regarding protections for and respect of our heritage. We are writing now to register our opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre - contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. This is unacceptable. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. The public is due this benefit, today and for future generations. We ask that your decisions be cognizant of these issues and concerns and that you return to the earlier and more sensitive plans. Sincerely, Mark and Sharon Fudge 1, Laguna Beach CA 92652 1 Re: Agenda item Fla for March 5. 2019, Dear Council members: The essence of San Juan Capistrano is its Mission, its historic character and its open spaces. When considering uses for Open Space, it is sensible to have a source of revenue to offset the cost of maintenance for the open space but it is even more important to ensure that the potential use is within the realm of San Juan Capistrano's character. The Capistrano Vineyards Proposal is downright scary. According to its description, our NW Open Space would become an amusement park. That is not of San Juan Capistrano's character. The Red Tail proposal is better but still less passive than many San Juan residents perceive Open Space to be. If we are going to have Open Space in the City, we should keep it as passive as possible. Please take time to consider other less intense options. Thank you, Laura Freese Maria Morris From: Janice < Sent: Friday, March 1, 2019 9:36 PM To: Maria Morris Cc: Jerry Nieblas Subject: Support for Capistrano Vineyards Project Hello Maria - please distribute letter below to all Council members, City Mngr, Ass't City Mngr & Planning Dept. and anyone else who you think should receive this for the City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2019: Council Members, The Capistrano Historical Alliance Committee would like to go on record regarding Jim Adam's Capistrano Vineyard's project. In reviewing the plans, we support the project in its entirety with the exception of the soccer fields. The soccer fields are NOT conducive to the other entities in the project plans and seem to be in direct conflict with the overall atmosphere. Visitors to the Capistrano Vineyards will have no interest in soccer fields amongst the peace and tranquility that the rest of Jim Adam's project represents. His project is a gift and long overdue at the unique north end of town. By his incorporation of the Native American, Early Californio, European & Citrus eras in his plans, he provides an opportunity for visitors to have the full experience of ALL of San Juan Capistrano's rich history. We do not feel the other project proposals fit the area's natural, breathtaking beauty. Capistrano Vineyards enhances the beauty that already exists and provides a relaxing, inviting space at the entrance to San Juan Capistrano. The Capistrano Historical Alliance Committee Board of Directors respectfully requests the Council to vote in support of Capistrano Vineyards. Sincerely, Jerry Nieblas - Pre-Mission/Juaneno Band of Mission Indians/Early Californio Rancho (Yorba & Rios) Descendant/CHAC President Janice Pickartz - CHAC Vice-President/Secretary Missy Garcia - CHAC Treasurer Gigi Nieblas, Garry Meeker, Frances Rios - CHAC Members -At -Large Linda Ivanov - CHAC Documentarian Theresa Nieblas, Nollie Garcia - CHAC Honorary Board Members Christy JAI Subject: RE: NWOS Proposals On Mar 4, 2019, at 7:58 PM, Kerry Ferguson < > wrote: A Dear Mayor and Council, I am writing to voice my opinion regarding the proposed leasing of portions of the NWOS. I would like to attend the Council Meeting in person, but I am spending the day in Jury Duty. I do not believe the Redtail proposal should be accepted for the following reasons. It is too intense. Once you cut through the flowery language they have used, it is clear that it will'be primarily an RV Park with driveways cutting through everywhere in order to take "campers" to their spaces. It uses up all the property, preserving none of the mustard that swallows depend upon for food. The idea that an RV Park would preserve the historic character of our city is preposterous. It is entirely inappropriate. Despite the claim that residents would use it as a hotel for staycations or for out-of-town guests, it is not what our residents thought they were getting when they contributed their hard earned dollars to purchase the Northwest Open Space. On the other hand, the Capistrano Vineyards proposal has a great deal of merit. For one thing, the principal partners Jim Adam and Ron Schreiber have been joined by Enclos, who have participated in projects such as the Getty Museum, the Ritz Carlton, and the new Golden State Warriors Arena. Their annual revenues exceed $400 million. They are also joined by McCarthy Building Companies with annual revenue of $3 billion. Both Mc arth and Enclos are full partners in the ro'ect. I have seen the quality of the planning and building by Jim Adam at Hidden Creek Estates. It is exceptional. He and his partners are more than qualified to follow through on their proposal. They deserve our respect and our confidence. Second, Jim and Ron have consistently sought out the input of local tribal members as well as other residents regarding their project and have modified it to suit the needs expressed because they truly care about their community's future.- They would like to provide something wonderful there that truly honors our city's history, includng the Putuidem Village Cultural Area as well as California's first vineyard and the many years of serene orchards. Jim and Ron are goon listeners! They have reduced the footprint so that 80% of the land would still be open, though it would be cared for so that it could be enjoyed by our residents. The Capistrano Vineyards plan would benefit our residents - not only with revenue but with amenities they could actually enjoy. You have an opportunity to do something truly fine for our city. Do not pass it up. If you fill the space with an RV Park, future generations will look back and say "What were they thinking?" Please do the right thing, for our residents and for posterity. Honor our history. Provide for our future. Sincerely, Kerry Ferguson Q Virus -free. www.avast.corn * * * * *Please note that email correspondence with the City of San Juan Capistrano, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. Sunday, March 3, 2019 To: The San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I write this letter to communicate to you my strong opposition to the proposed plans being considered by the San Juan Capistrano City Council for the Northwest Open Space Area. This area is an archaeological site where the pre -historic village of Putuidem was located. It is a site that is sacred to the Acjachemen, Native Americans who inhabited this area well before Spanish Contact, and whose descendants still live in the area. It is also a site that contains the last remaining undeveloped part of this village. In 2004, despite pleas to preserve the central settlement area and cemetery from development, Junipero Serra High School was constructed, which destroyed examples of material culture, and desecrated the entire cemetery located there. As a result, high school students and club soccer teams now play on top of over 600 Native American graves. These graves were irreparably disturbed in the construction of portions of the high school. Given that the desecration of this cemetery cannot be undone, I would like you to reconsider developmental plans for the Northwest Open Space Area, which, if undertaken, would disturb additional burials located therein. As a better use of this space, l ask that you consider,the idea of erecting the Putuidem Cultural Park. Members of the planning committee for this park have worked tirelessly to integrate the wishes and requirements of all stakeholders to create plans for a Cultural Park. As it is currently designed, there would be minimal ground disturbance to the area, with improved preservation of material culture remaining at the site. This area would also provide a space for the practice of traditional Acjachemen rites and ceremonies, while at the same time educating the public on the cultural practices of our earliest residents. Thank you for your consideration, Anne R. Whitehair, M.A. Bioarcheologist Christv Jakl From: Penny EI' > Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 1:51 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Public Comment on proposal to develop the Northwest Open Space Area - March 5, 2019 meeting March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area As a concerned citizen, I attended a City Council meeting to speak on the Northwest Open Space park in November of 2016. My plan was to speak in support of the Council's strong work to protect, preserve and enhance this special area that would honor our area's heritage. I find it very disturbing to learn that your plans have so dramatically changed. How could this happen? Why did this happen? am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural- deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic field s:'Tod ay children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Future generations need and deserve to have this special place protected and honored. I ask that you return to your previous plans and not be persuaded by the big money that appears to be offering more of what our community does not need or want. I would very much appreciate confirmation that my letter has been received for tomorrow night's hearing. Thank you. Sincerely, 0 Penny Elia Laguna Beach, CA Christv JAI From: michele perche.- _ Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 2:32 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: RE: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest (NW) Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano. since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Michele Perchez neighbor in Santee, CA Christv JAI From: VIRGINIA BICKFORD Sent: Monday, March 4, 2019 2:41 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Are To: San Juan Capistrano City Council From: Virginia Bickford, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area After reading the available information on the subject proposals, I am writing to express my strong support for your Option 1 on page 6 of the agenda for the March 5th. meeting: Option 1: Take no further action on the potential lease of the Northwest Open Space. Under this alternative, the City would abandon the exploratory process for limited use of the area. The City would continue to maintain the existing open space and improved facilities within the Northwest Open Space area, and would re -bid the planned (Putuidhem Village) Capital Improvement Project based on the revised scope of work, unless directed otherwise by the City Council. Both of the proposals described would require a great deal of disturbance to the last archaeological remains of the Native American village of Putuidhem. For approximately 500 years before establishment of Mission SJC, Putuidhem was the home of the people who actually built the mission, tended its fields and flocks, and served the priests and soldiers. It is important that the legacy of these people be preserved and told especially in a city such as SJC, where the rich historical background is such a boon to tourism and to the economy. Putuidhem is almost unique in California in that the oral history of its founding and the story of the first chief, Corone, has been preserved to educate and delight visitors. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village for villages in the whole area. The proposed projects would destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. Costly and possibly contentious EIRs and mitigations would be required. As you know, since 2014 members of the Putuidem Committee designated by the City Council have donated hundreds of hours working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano. The Putuidem Park has been designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Please don't let this happen to the remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. The property was originally purchased with bond funds designated for acquisition of open space to be preserved from development. The fact that since the bond has been paid off there is no law preventing development of the property does not make it RIGHT. The original Intention was that the open space would be preserved. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Thank you, Virginia Bickford Christv JAI From: Michael Rotcher Sent Monday, March 4, 2019 3:42 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area March 4, 2019 To: San Juan Capistrano City Council Subject: Proposals to Develop the Northwest Open Space Area I am writing to register my opposition to the proposed plans to develop the Northwest Open Space Area. The entire NW Open Space area contains the last remaining portions of the pre -contact village of Putuidem. This archaeological site is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and played an important part in the oral traditions of the Acjachemen as a founding village. The proposed projects will destroy a good part of the remaining cultural deposit, including burials. At the City Council's direction, members of the Putuidem Committee have been involved in planning for the Putuidem Cultural Park honoring the Acjachemen of San Juan Capistrano since 2014. They have donated hundreds of hours of their time working with city staff to develop concepts and story lines for the Park. Putuidem Park is designed for minimal ground disturbance to the cultural deposit. The core area and main cemetery of Putuidem was destroyed in 2004 to make way for the Junipero Serra High School gymnasium, swimming pool, and athletic fields. Today children play soccer and other sports on top of the burials. Please don't let this happen to the last remaining portions of this significant archaeological site and traditional cultural property. Finally, please recognize the benefits of leaving the land as open space. In this over developed, crowded, urban part of the world open space is a rare and valuable commodity. Sincerely, Michael Rotcher Christy JAI From: Rhen Kohan Sent: Tuesday, March 5, 2019 11:41 AM To: City Clerk Scanstation; City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Input for 3/5/19 City Council, Open Meeting, Agenda Administrative Item F 1 a. Proposals for the Potential Limited Use of the City's Northwest Open Space Area (920.10/600.30) Dear San Juan Capistrano City Council and Staff: First, I wish to state our support of the Putuidem Heritage Park in the Northwest Open Space which has been in the planning since 2014 -initiated by the City Council to do so. Since that time, things changed and we come to today's proposals. To address both proposal summations, 1. Red Tail – this company proposes a "highly amenitized glamping site", with the feel of San Juan integrated into having RVs, etc, as well as support in getting the Native American site built with no specifics 2. Capistrano Vine ards - stood out for addressing the milieu and history here in its proposed vineyard, farm to table restaurant, community classes including farming and cooking classes, community gardens, horse corrals, walking and horseback riding trails, open park area including picnic benches and orchards, and inclusion of the Putuidem Native American Village –Jim Adam has shown GENUINE interest and initiative to make integral into their plans slices of this city's history — a blend of city history and our present, with opportunities to learn from each. Here is a chance not to miss to build a place that integrates our past history rich with the history of contributors to this land as well as our present day ways for learning from and enjoying this land. I express how important it is to our family that this be done by submitting an email and coming to speak to you. I read each of the many emails sent in in support of the Putuidem Village. Mr. Adam (Hidden Creek developer) has also articulated and shown consistent commitment to learn about San Juan by seeking input from local tribe members and other residents who know the history of how the city grew into a blend of the Native American Juaneno, the Mission, Spanish, Mexican, Early California Rancho and European influences that played parts in making San Juan what it is today. Jim Adam shows that support and professional gravitas in his partners listed in his submission - Enclos (projects such as the Gerry Museum, Ritz Carlton), the McCarthy Building Companies (John Wayne Airport, the Lodge at Torrey Pines) as well as Dapper Development (real estate development) for this project. Mr. Adam has addressed the issues inherent in this site and has shown commitment and ability to handle them. We urge the City Council and Staff to embrace this proposal that syncs with what will ACCURATELY portray what San Juan Capistrano IS to share with its citizens and visitors through highlighting the importance of this rich history. From 2014 - from when the original planned Putuidem Village concept was brought to life, to today, 2019, please now get this moving ahead with a YES for CAPISTRANO VINEYARDS. It will be a positive reflection on the present City, its Council and staff. Turn it to the good. Make it work. Thank you, The Kohan Family, here since 1987 Mike Strom San Juan Capistrano, CA ' 92675 Dear San Juan Capistrano City Counsel V,.. -,hers, 05 March 2019 I'm writing this letter in enthusiastic suppc; ,f the proposed winery and event center on Camino Capistrano. The benefits to the city are tremendous, ii-;,- :ding: • Adding another tourist destination to a c a Adding jobs to the city • Adding tax revenue to the city • Local businesses, including the dcwnto, influx of new tourists Why not add to The charm of the city?... Rio streei is amazing... The old mission is amazing... %P+ith immense charm and history hotel under construction, benefit from the large 1 he refui aisi led heater and train station a mazing... The play! souse and downtown city park ar nnazing... The architecture driving through downtow c<'ntury— T±1e �;riner}� and event center will blend rigs will give people just one more reason to vi I sincerely hope that you support this projt Kindest Regards, _ kes you back in time to the Turn of the last -o the character of San Juan C pis�l`anq;'. and r� < � to Land am excited to see how; beptifCP turas out. C1 �d Matisse Reischl Subject: FW: Putuidem From: Joe & Dawn Fusco Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2018 4:47 PM To: City Clerk Scanstation Subject: Putuidem Please make sure this is posted before Tuesdays meeting. Thank you Joe and Dawn Fusco Dear City Council - Our family strongly encourages our City to protect the last remaining ancestral site in San Juan Capistrano. We need to preserve the history that is rich and complex and a sacred place for Juaneno/Acjachemen descendants. The Native Americans play a huge part of San Juan Capistrano's history. Our children/generations growing up, need to learn about the history of these tribes and the cultural practices/activities and the language that are unique to each tribe. We need to educate the younger generations about their heritage. This park would be the FIRST in Orange County dedicated to the Native American Culture, what an honor to have it located in our town of San Juan Capistrano. This site would keep tradition and birthright alive. Storytelling is important and used to pass down traditions such as their local customs and keep their legacies alive. As we all know, their bodies were exhumed from the original site and reburied in the Northwest open space and we need to go forward with this project and give them back what has been taken away. Please move forward on Putuidem project immediately and do not let it go to the wayside. This has been in the works for several years and they are more than deserving of a spot to keep their inheritance alive to all future generationsl Thank you Joe and Dawn Fusco 5/15/18 INPUT San Juan Capistrano CITY COUNCIL ON SDGE and PUTUIDEM Northwest Open Space: SDGE: I thank City Management for the SDGE update email on May 9, 2018 regarding the status of this project in limbo. Our Oversight Group (May 4 email) has sought assistance to learn how this system works. We noted SDGE filed an amicus brief In the federal court of appeals. We are endeavoring to do the same for any upcoming hearings. PLiTIIIDEM andthe Northwest Open Space Inthe Budget Draft for 2018/2019 I note the email sent to you by Ms. Fusco supporting inclusion of the Putuidem Village in the Northwest Open Space. In her email, she notes, and I quote, "This park would be the FIRST in Orange County dedicated to the Native American Culture, what an honor to have it located in our town of San Juan Capistrano." I agree and request you be the forward thinking City Council that supports this becoming a reality. Years ago, the Putuidem Village was located in the northwest open space and surrounding land, In answer to 2016 City Council vote approving this Village formation, the Putuidem Village Committee prepared a presentation of what the Putuidem Village plan for this area would look like, were prepared to show it but were put on hold. It would entail the following: 1. It will preserve the last remaining portions of where the Putuidem lived as well as where their burial areas were -note when the J Sema Field was built, remains were taken up and relocated to the NWOpen Space .... this is the LAST area to be protected, 2. Be a gathering place for Juaneno/Acjachemen descendants to commemorate their history and traditions, 3. Will be an additional resource for the community and school children visiting the area's historic locations, 4. Be a place where history and traditions can be shared through performances, and demonstration, 5. Include interpretative signage showing significance of traditions as well as on trails showing the village of Putuidem, 6. Showing native plants grown then, 7. Include an amphitheater for educational presentations and demonstrations, S. Show Acjachemen dwellings, 9. Ramadas for demonstration of food preparation, tool makng, basketry and other crafts, 10. Preserves a sacred gathering place for today's descendants, and 11. Benefit our community by noting the traditions and culture of the Acjachemen. 12. AND finally, I ask you, Wholeheartedly embrace It going ahead now to completion to keep this history alive for the descendants as well as visiting school children and visiting families. 13. Thank you. Submitted by Rhen Kohan for the Kohan Family/Homeowners since 1987 in San Juan Capistrano immeno tsana or mission maians l,et sacred Village Land - Indian ttlips://incli incountnmtedianehs'ork.com/news,native-news/juaneilo-.., NATIVE NEWS Incltall Crntntry'I ual;ll C�, 2016 SAN JUAA' CA!'ISTR • NO 0/11,,A' SRICE r0(IA'D,4770R`, INC/101 h: kho NerlaxlA`prc Photos l he nerr park showcampig Aclacherrren culture ruin grrrng the Juancho Nand orf Afis.croil huhaus a place to conduct ceremonies at the site of the ancient tillage of Putuidc-nr, urlrere the tribes first f male chief once ruled, It will he tonswileted in part of rhe citr krnown as Sati Juan ('al istrano's .Vorilrrrest Upra ,Space Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Get Sacred Village Land ICI' Stalf • July 6, 2016 Por 12.000 years, the Aejachemen Nation lived and thrived on the land that is part ol'inodorn-day Southern California. Then the Spanish cane. I lundreds of }cars later, the Natives who loday are known as [lie Juaneilo Band of Mis,ioo Indians still cherish and hold cerenumica at their most sacred site. the village of Putuidem in Capistrano, In mid-June the city council approved it $3 million plan io turn the 1.3 -acre spot of land into a park and education center for the tribe, essentially giving it Nuck. The tribe has had to watch over the years as their lands were (first pillaged, then developed, puluidcm is the center ol` the tribe's roots and culture. and that is what they arc gaining control over, though the actual land Will still be owned by the city. It is part ol'a plan that includes an entry road, a picnic area and a cultural center, necording to the Los Alg,,ch,s livres. "Not only will the center educate the public about the trilx, but lour limes a year the 1 900 tribal blood tleseendants will have exclusive use ofthe center flu• private prnyer cerenwnies-- essentially a day during spring and fall equinoxes and summer and winter solstices;' tine l.a,r:lu};elrs 711res• reported.'`I'lus, they can stop paying hundreds oklollars lirr a permit each tinnc they Wanl to host a large galliw'ing, on the public property." In addition a suuue will be erected of C'oroonc, the tribe's first female chid, who ruled Irom Putuidem. Die council's gesture goes beyond its significance to the tribe in that it also shotes support. and acknowledgement, from the city. "We've never htrd a piece of hand dedicated to our sole use since the spanish," said Ju+unctlo bund Chairwoman Teresa Romero to the Los Angeles limes, -We haven't had any land to conduct a ceremony. For the city to recognize that is tremendous. The fact that We can connect vvith our ancestors here is a great victory.' I of 2 5/15/2018, 1:23 I'M