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MARCH 18, 1997
' REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano, California was called
to order by Mayor Swerdlin at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber for Closed Session.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: None
ABSENT: David M. Swerdlin, Mayor
Gil Jones, Mayor pro tem
Collene Campbell, Council Member
John Greiner, Council Member
Wyatt Hart, Council Member
STAFF PRESENT: Cheryl Johnson, City Clerk.
CLOSED SESSION (610.85)
None.
RECESS UNTIL 7:00 P.M. BUSINESS SESSION
' The meeting was recessed at 5:00 p.m.
BUSINESS SESSION
The Business Session portion of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of San Juan
Capistrano, California was called to order by Mayor Swerdlin at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag given by the Capistrano Valley Service
Unit of the Girl Scouts of America. Mayor Swerdlin presented a Proclamation in honor of the Girls
Scouts' 85th Anniversary on March 12, 1997. Helen de Lain, Service Unit Manager, was present to
receive the Proclamation. Invocation was given by Monsignor Paul Martin of the Mission San Juan
Capistrano.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: David M. Swerdlin, Mayor
Gil Jones, Mayor pro tem
Collene Campbell, Council Member
John Greiner, Council Member
Wyatt Hart, Council Member
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: George Scarborough, City Manager; John Shaw, Interim City Attorney; Jennifer
' Murray, Assistant City Manager; Cheryl Johnson, City Clerk; Cynthia L. Pendleton, Administrative
Services Director; William M. Huber, Engineering and Building Director; Thomas Tomlinson,
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Planning Director; Al King, Jr., Community Services Director, Lt. Paul Sullivan, Chief of Police
Services; Nancy Bernardi, Recording Secretary.
INTRODUCTIONS PRESENTATIONS AND DONATIONS
PRESENTATION BY BILL HODGE. OCTA - LAUNCH OF MAJOR
INVESTMENT STUDY (940.20)
Written Communication:
Letter dated January 14, 1997, from Bob Wahlstrom, OCTA Chairman, reporting on the
progress being made by the Orange County Transportation Authority on the Corridor Major
Investment Study (MIS) to identify long-term transportation solutions for a 28 -mile long
corridor between Fullerton and Irvine.
Bill Hodge, OCTA Chairman, made an oral presentation and distributed written materials,
which included a list of alternatives and statistical data.
The letter was received and filed.
2. INTRODUCTION OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT AT MEETING (110.10)
Council Member Greiner introduced the following Commission representatives in attendance:
Sheldon Cohen, Bill Sonka, and Ed Johnson (Planning Commission), Bonnie Holt
(Transportation Commission), Pauline Leonard (Parks, Recreation, and Equestrian
Commission), Marilyn Thorpe (Cultural Heritage Commission), Jessica Dean, Janice Palermo,
and JoAnn deGuevara (Housing Advisory Committee), Al Simmons (seniors liaison to the
City), and former Mayor Dr. Ken Friess.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF DONATIONS (150 101
Mayor Swerdlin noted the following donations made to the City: Cash donations to the
City's Fourth of July celebration by Chuck Hauswirth of the Telebusiness Center, Mario Bassi
of Bassi Trading, Inc., Dan C. Hunter of Danberg Development, and Robert Casola of
SOCOPAC Co.; a cash donation to the Ballet Folklorico program by the San Juan
Community Task Force; and a donation of firewood for the teen program's beach party by
Rosenbaum Ranch Market.
CITIZEN AWARD - CO TY -BASED POLICING
In response to a request from Council Member Campbell, Lt. Sullivan noted that Janice
Palermo received a Citizen's Award from the Orange County Human Relations Commission
on March 17, 1997, in recognition of her work in the community and with the Sheriffs
Department on the Community -Based Policing Project.
Ms. Palermo acknowledged the efforts of Lt. Sullivan and Deputies Paul Copp, Frank Nin,
and Paul Meginnis.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(CITY COUNCWCOMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY)
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Greiner, that the staff
recommendations be accepted for the following items listed on the Consent Calendar. The motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Campbell, Greiner, Hart, Jones, and
Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
The reading of all Ordinances by title only was approved.
2. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF
FEBRUARY 18. 1997
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 18, 1997, were approved as submitted.
3. RECEIVE AND FILE WARRANTS OF FEBRUARY 26. 1997 (300.3)
The List of Demands dated February 26, 1997, in the total amount of $1,110,181.09 was
received and filed.
4. RECEIVE AND FILE CASH BALANCES BY FUND FOR JANUARY 1997 (330.50)
The City Treasurer's Report of Cash Fund Balances for the month of January 1997 in the total
amount of $-161,133.96 was received and filed.
5. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS AS OF FEBRUARY 28.
1997 (350.30)
The City Treasurer's Report of Investments as of February 28, 1997, in the total amount of
$12,782,778.62 was received and filed.
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6. STATUS REPORT ON NEW DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS (440.10)
The Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Planning Director, advising that one new
development application was received by the City since the last report of February 18, 1997,
was received and filed.
AWARD OF CONTRACT - SECURITY FENCING AT EL CAMINO REAL PARK
(HMS FENCE COMPANY) (62".30
As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Acting Director of Public Lands
and Facilities, the contract for the removal of an existing fence and the installation of mesh
security fencing at El Camino Real Park was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder,
H.M.S. Fence Company, in the amount of $16,799.20. All other bids were rejected. The
Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO RECEIVE
BIDS EXTERIOR PAINT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO REGIONAL LIBRARY
(600,30)
As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Acting Director of Public Lands
and Facilities, the specifications were approved for the exterior painting of the San Juan
Capistrano Regional Library. Staff was authorized to call for bids.
9. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO
RECEIVE BIDS - MARBEI i A GRAVITY SEWER (600.30)
As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Director of Engineering and
Building, the plans and specifications were approved for the construction of a gravity sewer
from the intersection of La Paloma and Camino Capistrano, north along Camino Capistrano
to Forster Street, from Forster Street north along El Camino Real to El Homo Street, and
along EI Homo Street to the east side of the I-5 freeway. Staff was authorized to call for
bids.
10. APPROVAL OF REVISED COUNCIL POLICY NO 601 - HISTORICAL.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES (610.30)
As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, and the Memorandum dated March 17,
1997, from the Planning Director submitting additional modifications suggested in the letter
dated March 12, 1997, from Roberta S. Greenwood, revised Council Policy No. 601 entitled,
"Historical, Archaeological, and Paleontological Resource Management Guidelines," was
approved. The Policy replaces Council Policies Nos. 601, 604, and 604 and establishes
procedures for 1) evaluating and determining the methods for preserving historic,
archaeological, and paleontological resources, and 2) reviewing development applications for
sites that may have such artifacts present.
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11. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX A OF THE LOCAL CONFLICT
OF IN'T'EREST CODE - SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST I AND II (640.40)
As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, from the City Clerk, the amendment to
Appendix A of the Local Conflict of Interest Code was approved to include the newly created
Senior Management Analyst I and II positions and to delete the Senior Management Analyst
position.
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As set forth in the Report dated March 18, 1997, from Mechelle Lawrence, Economic
Development Administrator, the installation and language proposed for bronze metal plaques
donated by the Decorative Arts Study Center explaining the historical and architectural
significance of the Montanez Adobe, the San Juan Capistrano Regional Library, and the Blas
Aguilar Adobe, were approved. The Report noted that the proposed language contained
revisions recommended by the Cultural Heritage Commission.
Marilyn Thorpe, 27952 Calle Santa Ynez, speaking as a private citizen, expressed
appreciation to the Decorative Arts Study Center for their generous donation. She requested
that consideration be given to limiting the number of plaques that can be placed on a building,
using the same design for future plaques to provide continuity, and emphasizing the
informative text. Mr. Scarborough indicated that staff would ensure that these issues were
brought before the City Council for consideration and expressed appreciation to Mollie Burke
of the Center for her efforts.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 96-159 TO SUBDIVIDE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
27000 ORTEGA HIGHWAY (FORMER TINY NAYLOR' S SITE) INTO THREE
PARCELS (SCHWARTZ)_(420.70)(CONTINUED FROM MARCH 4- 1997)
Proposal:
Consideration of a request to subdivide a 1.5 -acre parcel located at 27000 Ortega Highway
into three parcels to provide a common parcel for parking and a parcel each for a Del Taco
and a Burger King restaurant. The public hearing was continued from the meeting of
March 4, 1997, to allow additional time for the applicant to reach a consensus with City staff
on revised language regarding potential public improvements on Del Obispo Street.
Applicant:
S. Alan Schwartz, 1088 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92680
Written Communications:
Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Planning Director, recommending that the Tentative
Parcel Map be approved, subject to numerous mitigation measures. One of the mitigation
measures recommended required the applicant to post a bond to cover the costs of
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performing a post -construction operational analysis of the project, potential modifications to
signal phasing at Ortega Highway and Del Obispo Street, and/or potential re -striping of Del
Obispo Street.
Mr. Tomlinson made an oral presentation.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Swerdlin reopened the Public Hearing,
and there being no response, closed the hearing with the right to reopen at any time.
Council Discussion:
Mayor Swerdlin stated that there had been extensive traffic studies conducted in conjunction
with this project; however, Council Members felt that in the future there would be a need to
address traffic concerns on Ortega Highway and Del Obispo due to increased traffic resulting
from the completion of the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor and the future
completion of Antonio Parkway. Public safety mitigation measures might include limiting left
turns into businesses along Del Obispo Street. He stated that when potential future mitigation
measures were considered, there would be extensive review by staff and opportunity for
public input to consider the various mitigation measures.
Adoption of Resolution Approving Tentative Parcel Map 96-05:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Greiner, that the
following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO 97-3-18-1. APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
96-05 SCHWARTZ) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN YUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
A THREE -LOT PARCEL MAP WHICH WOULD ACCOMMODATE TWO
DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANTS AND A COMMON PARKING
AREA AT 27000 ORTEGA HIGHWAY (SCHWARTZ)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Members Greiner, Hart, Jones, and Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: Council Member Campbell
ABSENT: None
2. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION - FISCAL
YEAR 1997-98 (480.20)
Proposal:
Consideration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications to receive
Federal funding through the State of California for fiscal year 1997-98 to fund various
housing and community development/service programs.
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Annlicant/Prooertv Owner:
' City of San Juan Capistrano, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Planning Director, advising that 12
applications for funding, totalling $800,000, had been received from outside public
service agencies and the City's Planning and Engineering and Building Departments.
The Report forwarded recommendations of approval from the Housing Advisory
Committee and the Planning Commission and recommended approval of the
applications and direction to staff to consult with the State coordinator to ensure that
the applications would be the most appropriate for inclusion in the City's application
to the State.
(2) Supplemental Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Planning Director, advising that
a meeting with the State coordinator had taken place and further refinement of the
programs and activities was necessary to ensure that the City's application would be
competitive. The Supplemental Report recommended that the hearing be continued
to the meeting of April 1, 1997.
Mr. Tomlinson made an oral presentation.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Swerdlin opened the Public Hearing, and
the following person responded:
(1) A. J. Lane, representing the Women's Assistance Center, an outreach program of the
Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church in Mission Viejo, summarized the
goals and objectives of the Center and their intended use for the funding proposed.
Continuation of Public Hearing:
There being no further response, and with the consensus of the Council, Mayor Swerdlin
directed that the hearing be continued to the meeting of April 1, 1997.
3. INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE - EXTENSION OF A MORATORIUM ON
THE PROCESSING OF ACCESSORY USE PERMITS IN THE LOS RIOS
DISTRICT (400.30)
Council Member Jones indicated that because his residence and business are located in the Los Rios
Historic District, he would abstain in this matter because of a potential conflict of interest.
Proposal:
Consideration of an interim Urgency Ordinance extending the moratorium on the processing
of Accessory Use Permits for the on-site sale of alcoholic beverages in the Los Rios District
for a period of 22 months and 15 days.
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Applicant:
City of San Juan Capistrano, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Planning Director, recommending that the
moratorium be extended for a period of 22 months and 15 days to allow the City to
contract with consultants and develop a planning study which would fully address the
impacts of issuing additional Accessory Use Permits for the on-site sale of alcoholic
beverages in the Los Rios District.
(2) Letter dated March 18, 1997, from Stephen M. Rios, in support of the proposed
moratorium and suggesting that the moratorium be expanded to prohibit new uses and
the expansion of existing uses in the Los Rios Historic District for a period of two
years or until the new traffic circulation plan for the District is completed.
Mr. Tomlinson made an oral presentation and noted the letter received from Mr. Rios.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Swerdlin opened the Public Hearing, and
there being no response, closed the hearing with the right to reopen at any time.
Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinance Extending Ordinance No. 790:
The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance next in order. Further reading of all Ordinances
had been waived earlier in the meeting. It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded
by Council Member Greiner, that the following Urgency Ordinance be adopted:
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ORDINANCE NO 793 EXTENDING ORDINANCE 790 AND
MAINTAINING A MORATORIUM ON THE PROCESSING OF
ACCESSORY USE PERMITS IN THE HISTORIC RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT OF THE LOS RIOS PRECISE PLAN (URGENCY) - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING ORDINANCE 790 AND MAINTAINING A
MORATORIUM ON THE PROCESSING OF ACCESSORY USE
PERMITS FOR THE ON-SITE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN
CONJUNCTION WITH FOOD SERVICE IN THE IN THE HISTORIC
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT OF THE LOS RIOS PRECISE PLAN
(URGENCY)
AYES: Council Members Campbell, Greiner, Hart, and Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Council Member Jones
ABSENT: None
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RECESS AND RECONVENE
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Council recessed at 7A0 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment
Agency, and reconvened at 7:52 p.m. as the City Council.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
PUBLIC LANDS AND FACILITIES DIRECTOR
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Written Communication:
(1) Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Acting Director of Public Lands and Facilities
advising that a supplemental report would be available prior to the meeting.
(2) Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Acting Director of Public Lands and
Facilities, providing more detailed information regarding the agricultural cycle for
farming operations and the Request for Proposal process and timing. The Report
recommended that staff be directed to proceed with the Requests for Proposal process
for use of the Congdon House and the adjacent 28 -acre Kinoshita Farm Agricultural
Preserve; and, that the existing agreement with J&W Farms for operation of the farm
' be extended through June 30, 1997, under the same terms and conditions. The
Report offered alternatives to the staff recommendation, which included modifying
the Request for Proposal schedule to provide for further Board and Commission input
regarding development of the Request for Proposal, authorizing staff to solicit
proposals immediately for management of the Preserve for the period of July 1, 1997,
through June 30, 1998, or allowing the land to lie fallow until the Request for
Proposal process is completed.
Ms. Murray made an oral presentation.
Council Member Greiner inquired about the potential financial impacts if the land were
allowed to lie fallow for approximately one year. Mrs. Murray noted that a significant
reduction in revenue had been experienced since the development of the Sports Park.
Ms. Pendleton advised that the farm currently generated $7,000 to $9,000 annually under the
existing lease agreement with J & W Farms, and the City received 3% of the gross sales from
crops.
Council Member Jones stated support for Option #3, which would continue the farm
operation through the next year and provide time to include the Congdon House in the
Request for Proposal process. Mr. Scarborough clarified staffs intent on Option #3 would
be to conduct a joint Request for Proposal on both uses in 1998 and continue the farming
operation for the coming year. Council Member Campbell felt it was important to allow time
' on the Request for Proposal process to assure the best opportunity to maintain the Congdon
House.
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Approval of Modified Request for Proposal Schedule and Extension of Existing
Contract with J&W Farms and Solicitation of Farm Management Proposals:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Greiner, and
unanimously carried to:
(1) Direct Staff to modify the Request for Proposal schedule to allow additional time for
Commission and Board/Council input into the development of the Request for
Proposal document for joint or separate use of the Congdon House and the adjacent
Kinoshita Farm Agricultural Preserve;
(2) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to sign a License Agreement with
J & W Farms for the continued operation of the Kinoshita Farm Agricultural Preserve
for the period of March 17, 1997, through June 30, 1997, and,
(3) Direct staff to immediately solicit proposals for management of the Preserve for the
period of July 1, 1997, through June 30, 1998.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF EVENING BALLFIELD
LIGHTING HOURS AT THE SPORTS PARK'S HAUSDORFER FIELD FOR THE
PERIOD OF JULY 7 THROUGH JULY 11 1997 (SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
LITTLE LEAGUE) (UMIO)
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Community Services Director, requesting
Council direction in response to the request from San Juan Capistrano Little League
to permit lighting at the Hausdorfer Field to be available until 10:45 p.m. on the
evenings of July 7 through July 11, 1997, to accommodate a 13 -year-old National All
Star Tournament.
(2) Letter dated March 6, 1997, from Harry and Cleone Schrey, 25881 Avenida Cabrillo,
in support of the proposed extension of hours for lighting at the Sports Park and
commending the City on the Park's development.
Mr. King reported that at their meeting on March 17, 1997, the Parks, Recreation and
Equestrian Commission unanimously supported the Little League's request. He noted that
no one had spoken in opposition to the request at the meeting.
Council Member Campbell requested that staff assure that the lights are not left on past 10:45
p.m. during the Tournament. Mayor Swerdlin expressed appreciation to Community Services
staff on their efforts to notify residents in the adjacent neighborhoods of this matter.
Approval of Extended Lighting Hours at Hausdorfer Field:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Greiner, and
unanimously carried that the request by San Juan Capistrano Little League be approved
permitting extended hours of lighting for Hausdorfer Field to 10:45 p.m. on the evenings of
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July 7 through July 11, 1997, to accommodate the National All Star Tournament, with staff
to assure that the lights are turned off at 10:45 p.m.
2. AGREEMENTS FOR AFTER-SCHOOL RECREATION AND TEEN
PROGRAMS - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROCESS (CAMPFIRE BOYS AND
GIRLS. ORANGE COUNTY COUNCIL. AND BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF
CAPISTRANO VALLEY. INC,) (600.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated March 18, 1997, from the Community Services Director, recommending that
18 -month contracts be awarded to the following youth organizations for conducting after-
school recreation and teen programs in the City: Orange County Campfire Boys & Girls for
an after school program Monday -Friday at three elementary school sites for boys and girls in
grades K-6; and, to the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, Inc. for an after school
program Monday -Friday at the Club facility for boys and girls ages 6-16 and a teen program
on Fridays at Marco Forster Junior High School for boys and girls in grades 6-8.
Council Member Campbell commended the Community Services staff on preparing the
Report and inquired whether the proposed contracts would provide a balance of services for
the City's youth. Mr. King felt that balanced, quality services, and extended coverage would
be accomplished by utilizing the strengths of the providers and placing the programs at school
sites that are more readily accessible to the youth they serve. He noted that the programs
would be evaluated by staff every six months, with a report to be provided to the City
' Council.
Council Member Hart expressed appreciation to the Community Services staff on their
excellent work, noting that these contracts between a governmental agency and the private
sector was a good beginning to meet the needs in the community.
Public Comments:
(1) Jim Williams, on behalf of the Boys and Girls Club, spoke in support of the staff
recommendations and commended the City Council and staff on the proposal.
(2) Todd Hanson, representing Camp Fire Boys and Girls, indicated he was present to
answer any questions.
The City Council and Mr. King expressed appreciation to the subcommittee, comprised of
school district representatives, for their assistance and input and to the School District for
allowing these programs to be located at school sites. Members of the subcommittee were
introduced.
Approval of Contracts with Youth Organizations for After -School Recreation and
Teen Programs:
It was moved by Council Member Greiner, seconded by Council Member Jones, and
unanimously carried that the following contracts be awarded and agreements approved in the
' total amount of $69,205 for the 18 -month period beginning July 1, 1997, through
December 31, 1998:
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(1) Campfire Boys & Girls, Orange County Council, for conducting after-school
recreation programs at three elementary school sites - Contract amount: $51,120
(2) Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, Inc. for conducting teen club programs at
Marco Forster Middle School - Contract amount: $4,217
(3) Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, Inc. for conducting extended -hours after-
school recreation programs at their facility - Contract amount: $13,868
The Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreements on behalf of the City. Staff was
authorized to 1) incorporate the necessary funds into the Community Services Department
budget request for fiscal year 1997-98; and 2) furthei evaluate potential teen weekday
programs and weekend youth recreation programs, with a report on the findings to be
provided to the Parks, Recreation and Equestrian Commission and City Council.
AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE - EXPOSED STRING
LIGHTS(420.30) (ADOPTION)
Written Communication:
Report dated March 18, 1997, from the City Clerk, advising that the Ordinance was
introduced at the meeting of March 18, 1997, and was scheduled for adoption.
Adoption of Ordinance:
The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance next in order. Further reading of all Ordinances
had been waived earlier in the meeting. It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded
by Council Member Campbell, that the following Ordinance be adopted:
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ORDINANCE NO 794 AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE - PERMANENTLY EXPOSED STRING LIGHTS - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 6,
SECTION 9-3.614 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (EXTERIOR LIGHTING)
ESTABLISHING RULES, REGULATIONS AND LIMITATIONS ON THE
USE OF PERMANENTLY EXPOSED STRING LIGHTS IN CG
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL), CT (TOURIST COMMERCIAL), FM
(FARM MARKET), AND CN (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL)
DISTRICTS OF THE CITY, ALLOWING TEMPORARY SEASONAL
EXPOSED STRING LIGHTS DURING THE PERIOD BETWEEN THE
THIRD SATURDAY IN NOVEMBER AND NEW YEAR'S DAY,
MODIFYING THE APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL AND
LANDSCAPE HIGHLIGHTING APPLICATIONS FROM THE
PLANNING COMMISSION TO THE PLANNING DIRECTOR, AND
AMENDING SECTION 9-3.614 TO INCORPORATE REQUIREMENTS
FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF PERMANENT STRING LIGHTS
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The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Council Members Campbell, Greiner, Hart, Jones, and
Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded by Council Member Greiner, and
unanimously carried that the Council's annual consideration of appointments to the City's
commissions and committees be continued to the meeting of April 1, 1997.
2. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. Lie gue of California Cities (140.20)
' Commissioner Greiner advised that at the meeting held on March 13, 1997,
committees were formed to study methods of recovering funds from the State for
cities' use. He noted that the primary emphasis was on cities not losing any more
money to the State.
b. Southeast Regional Reclamation Authority (SERRA)(1040.60)
Council Member Jones noted his attendance at the meeting on March 17, which
included a Closed Session regarding employee negotiations.
C, San Juan Basin Authority (1050,60)
Council Member Jones noted that Ray Auerbach, who attended the meeting held this
date as the City's representative, would provide a report to the Council.
d. Orange County Joint Fire Authority (540,80)
Council Member Greiner noted the next meeting was scheduled for March 20.
e. Joint Powers Insurance Authority (170.30)
Mayor Swerdlin noted the next meeting was scheduled for March 26.
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Orange Cou= Vector Control District (560.50)
Mayor Swerdlin noted the next meeting scheduled was for March 20. He advised that
the Amazon Yellow Fever Mosquito, was the Vector of the Month.
g. Library Advisory Committee (950,201
Council Member Greiner noted the next meeting was scheduled for March 27.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
PRESENTATION TO ASAP13".50
Council Member Campbell advised that Orange County Superior Court Judge Anthony
Rackauckas, who helped change the law regarding sentences for torture, was scheduled to
speak at the Associated Senior Action Program (ASAP) meeting on March 20, 1997, at 9:30
a.m.
2. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT (610.25)
Council Member Greiner indicated he enjoyed his participation at Del Obispo Elementary
School as "Principal for a Day" this date and encouraged others to do the same.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. to the
next regular meeting date of Tuesday, April 1, 1997, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
ATTEST:
DAVID M. SWERDLIN, MAYOR
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Respectfully submitted,
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