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I ask that the city before entering into any agreement with the Advance Group 99 -SJ, that
there be clearly defined protection written into the agreement for the residents of
Capistrano Terrace. If the development of revised tract map (TTM) 14343 San Juan
Meadows causes the damage I foresee when grading begins, that the applicant be
responsible for the concerns I have drafted for myself and my neighbors, especially the
seniors, the disabled, the low income families that reside in Capistrano Terrace. I asked
that the city give the HOA of Capistrano Terrace 30 days to finalize this draft and petition
it to the residents so that the group who will be the most impacted by this development be
given fair and adequate representation and protection in the agreement.
I believe that by doing so will allow the Advance Group to proceed in completing its long
overdue project without possible litigation from the residents of Capistrano Terrace.
Before entering into any agreement with the Advanced Group 99 -SJ, I would like the city
to consider these additions to the agreement for the revised tract map (TTM) 14343 San
Juan Meadows. This draft will be finalized and petitioned to the residents Capistrano
Terrace.
1. A 90 day period to allow the independent appraisal of the current resale value for each
mobile home by any resident who wishes to do so. The cost of each appraisal being
applied to space rent being paid by that resident.
2. Create a detailed plan for the relocation or purchase of any mobile home at the
appraised value by the Advance Group 99 -SJ that will be affected by any grading done in
preparation and or during the development of revised tract map (TTM) 14343 San Juan
Meadows.
3. In the case for those residents who are one or more of the following and who have
resided in the park for a minimum of 12 months; over 52 years old, permanently disabled
or qualify for low income housing, that they be given first right to any affordable housing
built proposed in revised tract map (TTM) 14343 San Juan Meadows.
4. For the rest of the residents who do not fall under concern 93, that they be given first
right to purchase a single family residence in San Juan Meadows at a reduced price that
they can qualify for given the resident's current income and the current standard of
loaning institutions ratio for income vs mortgage payment amount. Any park resident
who purchases a home in San Juan Meadows will not be allowed to resell or rent the
home within the first 20 years without giving the Advance Group 99 -SJ 75% of any
proceeds generated by the sale or renting after subtracting any costs associated with
improvements done by the owner and any costs levied by the future home owners
association outside of normal monthly dues. This number of homes to be limited to no
more then 50 of the proposed 275 home projected. In the case of more then 50 residents
fall under concern #4 a lottery will chose 50 residents with the remaining group being
given $5,000.00 in addition to what they will receive under concern #2.
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5. In the case that Capistrano Terrace survives the grading and development of revised
tract map (TTM) 14343 San Juan Meadows, to not allow the remedial grading being done
at Capistrano Terrace in association with the revised tract map (TTM) 14343 San Juan
Meadows agreement to be considered as a capital improvement or maintenance on a
capital improvement and the costs being assessed to the residents of Capistrano Terrace.
Sincerely,
Richard Reynolds
Capistrano Terrace
32802 Valle Rd #55
San Juan Capistrano, CA
92675
7/19/2005
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Honorable Mayor Hart & Esteemed Mmurs
City Of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto ' Im A 18 P tp 51
San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 CITY CLERK py
RE: Development Agreement forlvise�N1 entative TrOact Map
(TTM) 14343, San Juan Meadows
Dear Mayor Hart:
Please show your concern and support for the residents residing in
Capistrano Terrace Mobile Home Park by refusing to allow Advanced
Group 99 -SJ to advance this project any further without addressing the
surely devastating impacts it will have on our Community.
Considering the amount of development this area is facing and has already
undergone, at the very least a new Environmental Impact Report should be
done, since the one on file is obsolete. If you are not already, the residents
have received notice that our slopes are unstable which may require the
removal of some or all of our homes. We have no idea, other than being told
it will be weeks, before knowing if homes have to be moved and if so
exactly how many, where they will go, if they will be brought back and who
is going to cover the costs of it. We have been told that the City has ordered
additional soils testing so a determination can be made. I ask that you keep
in mind, that in the meantime, the value of our Homes is being affected by
this along with the ability to sell them. I know this first hand because mine
was listed for sale.
How can this project, with the major grading that needs to be done, not
impact us? It already has, the run off from this property during the course of
the last 25 years, has contributed if not caused a major part of the slope
erosion and resulting damage caused by drainage problems that now put us
in a position for the possibility of losing our homes as a result. The fact that
six landslides came over the top of the back wall, from their property during
the last intense rains, should be considered along with the fact that they
didn't place plastic on this slope prior to this, only afterward. The fact that
Advanced Real Estate Services has done nothing to address these issues,
even though they now own Capistrano Terrace, should be a very good
indication of their level of concern for the residents of our community.
Please consider these issues before making your decision.
Sincerely, Ms. Stacy Hansen Space #124 32802 Valle Rd. SJC CA 92675
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For the Residents of Capistrano Terrace Mobile Home Park
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS
June, 2005
After the unexpected slope slippages within the park last fall, the park management was
compelled to order a study by geological engineers as approved by the city to determine
the safety of specific slopes within the park. When unusually heavy rainfall occurred
during the winter and additional slope erosion was observed along with a toppled
(retaining) wall, a more comprehensive soils analysis of the entire park was ordered. That
study entailed deep borings in several locations within the park to develop an
understanding of the underlying soils structure as well as the condition of slope surfaces.
This was a very expensive and unexpected cost incurred, but undertaken to insure the
safety of our residents.
This work was accomplished by the geologic firm of Lawson & Associates Geotechnical
Consulting, Inc. The draft report was sent to us and we immediately forwarded a copy to
the City of San Juan Capistrano for their review.
The park owners met with city officials, and the city has requested that additional studies
be completed on the park. The same geologic firm will do this continuing study within the
next few weeks. A copy of the report summary pages will be available for your review in
the Capistrano Terrace MHP office upon receipt.
It is on the advice of city officials that we provide you with this notice of the potential
requirement for extensive remedial grading, pending the outcome of the additional soils
analysis to be done. This is of great concern to us because this could require the removal of
some or all of mobile homes from the park.
We will keep you advised when additional information becomes available.
Remember, the entire staff is available to work with you
to solve any problems or concerns you may have at any time.
No Problems? Please feel free to stop by the office and say hello.
Advanced Management Company
22974 El Toro Road • Lake Forest • California • 92630
Telephone (949) 595-5900 • Fax (949) 595-5901
7/19/2005
PO Box 7571 E 1
Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Tel 949-489-5519
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July 18, 2005
CITY CLERK
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO..
Mayor Wyatt Hart
City Council
City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano CA 92675
RE: Request to Speak
Agenda TTM 14343, San Juan Meadows
Dear Mayor Hart and City Council:
At this time we request that the city further investigate and postpone the decision of an ordinance
approving the Development Agreement for the San Juan Meadows project. (Tentative Tract Map
(TTM) 14343, San Juan Meadows). It has been brought to my attention this week by doing some
other local research in City Hall, that a Comprehensive Development Plan 81-01, Forster Canyon
Planned Community, plans to work 300 feet east of Valle Road located along the south side of La
Novia. Although we own a site located at 32802 Valle Road Space No 127, San Juan Capistrano CA
92675 and within 500 feet of this project location, we did not receive notification by mail for this
agenda item. I have checked with over 70 residents within the Capistrano Terrace mobile home park
to find out that they had not received notification from the city or from the parks owner Rick Julian, of
Advanced Group. Upon receiving a copy of this notice yesterday and by verifying it with the cities
website it appears that the plans are located within/or very near the perimeter of the Capistrano
Terrace mobile home park. The park residents are unaware of this. I think the city needs to clarify,
before development approval that this location of 300 feet east of Valle will have no negative impact
of the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the residents living within the Capistrano Terrace Mobilehome
Park. Since former Geotechnical reports recommend that no building be done on that slope, I think
the city should re -consider any remedial grading on that slope. Several seniors in San Juan
Capistrano have also noted that that agreement fails to mention affordable or low income housing for
them. This is of concern considering the expensive rates of some other senior retirement homes
within our area.
As a member of several state, local and national organizations it is requested that the outdated
Environmental Impact Report be revised to reflect the current conditions of today in the San Juan
Capistrano area. Groundwater is a huge issue, along with traffic conditions, nature and the wildlife of
our beautiful southern California community. The comprehensive development agreement needs
revision as well.
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Furthermore, the city has given the owners of Capistrano Terrace approval to maintain the fallen wall
located on the second level of the park, but the park owner has failed to replace it. What actions may
the city enforce to guarantee that this "new" park owner and management maintain the park
properly?
Again, I ask that the City postpone signing a development agreement with San Juan Meadows (TTM
14343), revise the EIR, consider the neighboring residents, and do further investigation until these
and other necessary concerns are met. Thank you for your professional and courteous consideration
in this urgent matter. Of course, we thank you for making our town a wonderful place for the
Swallows of San Juan Capistrano and for us to call home.
Sincerely,
Princess Gardner
Concerned Citizen