97-0603_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting1424
NNE 3, 1997
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA
CLOSED SESSION (610,85)
The Closed Session was recessed to the end of the meeting.
RECESS OF CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
MEETINGS UNTIL 7:00 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano, California was called
to order by Mayor Swerdlin at 7:03 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Mayor Swerdlin.
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; Jennifer Murray, Assistant City
Manager/Acting Director of Public Lands and Facilities; John Shaw, Interim City Attorney; Cheryl
Johnson, City Clerk; Cynthia L. Pendleton, Director of Administrative Services; William M. Huber,
Director of Engineering and Building; Thomas Tomlinson, Director of Planning; AI King, Director
of Community Services; Lt. Paul Sullivan, Orange County Sheriffs Department; Jan Ortega,
Recording Secretary.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS -
CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Swerdlin advised that the Closed Session would be held at the conclusion of the business
portion of the meeting.
INTRODUCTION, PRESENTATIONS AND DONATIONS
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE AND RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS
TO WILLIAM SCHWEINFURTH (610.40)
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Council Services Administrator, advising that Mr.
Schweinfurth had served on the Mobile Home Park Review Committee for ten years. A
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Resolution of Congratulations had also been prepared acknowledging that Rancho Alipaz
Mobile Home Park had been honored by the Manufactured Housing Institute as the 1997
National Community of the Year.
Mr. Schweinfurth was in attendance to receive the Resolution and plaque recognizing his
service to the community.
2. Introduction of Commissioners Present at Meeting_(110 10)
Council Member Greiner introduced the following persons in attendance: Bill Hardy, Cultural
Heritage Commission; Robert Cardoza, Parks, Recreation and Equestrian Commission; Bill
Sonka, Planning Commission; David Hanson, Transportation Commission; Jessica Dean,
Janice Palermo, Joann de Guevara and Marie Buckner of the Housing Advisory Committee;
Brian Baldridge, Chamber of Commerce; Al Simmons.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(CITY COUN IU/COMMUNITY 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 Jones, Greiner, Hart, Campbell and Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
The Reading of all Ordinances by title only was approved.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - REGU1 AR MEETING OF MAY 6. 1997
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 6, 1997, were approved as submitted. Having
been absent from the May 6th meeting, Council Member Campbell abstained.
RECEIVE AND FILE WARRANTS OF MAY 21, 1997 (300 30)
The List of Demands dated May 21, 1997, in the total amount of $247,187.39, was ordered
received and filed.
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4. RECEIVE AND FILE CASH BALANCES BY FUND FOR APRIL 1997 (330,50)
The City Treasurer's Report of Cash Fund Balances for the month of April, 1997 in the total
amount of $365,482.55, was ordered received and filed.
RESOLUTION. NOTICE OF COMPLETION. AND FINAL REPORT - LA NO
AVENUE LANDSCAPING EAST OF VALLE ROAD (RUSSELL'S SITE
CONTRACTING. INC. (600.30)
As set forth in the Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Director of Engineering and Building,
the following Resolution was adopted declaring the work for the landscaping of La Novia
Avenue east of Valle Road to be complete:
RESOLUTION NO 97-6-3-1. COMPLETION OF LA NOVIA
LANDSCAPING EAST OF VALLE ROAD (RUSSELL'S SITE
CONTRACTING. INC.) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING
WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR THE LA NOVIA AVENUE LANDSCAPING EAST OF VALLE
ROAD (RUSSELL'S SITE CONTRACTING, INC.)
The Resolution accepted the work as complete and directed the City Clerk to forward a
' Notice of Completion to the County Recorder. Staff was authorized to release the 10%
retention in the amount of $3,300, thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of
Completion.
6. RESOLUTION_ NOTICE OF COMPLETION. AND FINAL REPORT - VALLE
ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AT CAPISTRANO TERRACE MOBILE HOME PARK
(CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 124) (R. J. NOBLE) (600.30)
As set forth in the Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Director of Engineering and Building,
the following Resolution was adopted declaring the work for the Valle Road Improvements
at the Capistrano Terrace Mobile Home Park to be complete:
RESOLUTION NO 97-6-3-2. COMPLETION OF VALLE ROAD
IMPROVEMENTS AT CAPISTRANO TERRACE MOBILE HOME PARK
(R. J. NOBLE) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING
WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR THE VALLE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AT CAPISTRANO
TERRACE MOBILE HOME PARK (R. J. NOBLE)
The Resolution accepted the work as complete in the amount of $66,626.41, and directed
the City Clerk to forward a Notice of Completion to the County Recorder. Staff was
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authorized to release the 10% retention in the amount of $6,662.64 thirty-five (35) days after
recording the Notice of Completion.
AWARD OF CONTRACT - MARBELLA GRAVITY SEWER (CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 718) (PETAR ARTUKOVICH
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. INC.) (600,30)
As set forth in the Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Director of Engineering and Building,
the contract for the Marbella Gravity Sewer was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder,
Petar Arlukovich Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $563,279. The Mayor and
City Clerk were authorized to execute the document on behalf of the City.
8. EXTENSION OF "NO PARKING' ZONE ON THE EAST SIDE OF CAMINO
CAPISTRANO NORTH FROM YORBA STREET (570.30)
As set forth in the Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Engineering and Building Director,
the following Resolutions were adopted to improve sight distance by removing an existing
3 -hour parking zone to accommodate a new "No Parking" zone, and re-establishing a revised
3 -hour parking zone on the east side of Camino Capistrano, north of Yorba Street:
RESOLUTION NO. 97-6-3-3. REMOVAL OF EXISTING THREE -HO
YORBA STREET - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, REMOVING
EXISTING "THREE-HOUR PARKING - 7:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M." ON
THE EAST SIDE OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO NORTH OF YORBA
STREET
RESOLUTION NO, 97-6-3-4. ESTABLISHING "NO PARKIN
ANYTIME" ZONE - EAST SIDE OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO NORTH
OF YORBA STREET - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING ANYTIME" ZONE ON THE EAST
SIDE OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO NORTH OF YORBA STREET
RESOLUTION NO 97-6-3-5 ESTABLISHING A THREE-HOUR
PARKING ZONE - EAST SIDE OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO NORTH OF
YORBA STREET - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
"THREE-HOUR PARKING - 7:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M." ON THE EAST
SIDE OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO NORTH OF YORBA STREET
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' PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO THE CITY'S HOUSING ELEMENT (43030)
Proposal:
The State Department of Housing and Community Development reviewed the City's Housing
Element adopted on March 4, 1997, and requested revisions to clarify the program content
of the Housing Element and to insure that the document was easily useable by the general
public.
Applicant:
City of San Juan Capistrano
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Planning Director, summarizing the proposed revisions.
The Report advised that the City's Housing Element would be certified upon confirmation of
the proposed clarifications, and that any possible legal challenge against the General Plan
would be lifted. The action would also complete the eligibility requirements for Community
Development Block Grant funding under the State's "Small Communities" program.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Swerdlin opened the public hearing, and
' the following persons responded:
(1) Pauline Leonard, 27589 Brookside Lane, representing the San Juan Housing
Advocates, spoke in support of the proposed revisions.
Approval of Clarifying Text Changes to Housing Element:
It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded by Council Member Jones, that the
following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 97-6-3-6. APPROVING REVISIONS TO GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT 93-2 - THE CITY'S HOUSING ELEMENT - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING CLARIFYING TEXT
CHANGES TO GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 93-2, THE CITY'S
HOUSING ELEMENT
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Jones, Greiner, Hart, Campbell, and Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
' ABSENT: None
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2. ALLOCATION OF FUNDS TO PERFORM NOISE ANALYSIS - I-5 SOUND
ISSUES (LAS BRISAS AND CAPISTRANO GARDEN HOMES)(80050)
Proposal:
Consideration of an expenditure of up to $15,000 to conduct an independent noise study to
determine the nature and extent of the noise -related problems in the Las Brisas and
Capistrano Garden Homes adjacent to the newly -constructed sound attenuation on the west
side of the I-5 freeway between the Junipero Serra and Ortega Highway off -ramps.
Applicant:
City of San Juan Capistrano
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Engineering and Building Director, noting issues of
concern to residents and points of disagreement between residents and the Transportation
Corridor Agency with regard to the sound attenuation measures and noise studies. The
Report advised that building of the continuous soundwall, as requested by residents, would
cost between $200,000 and $300,000. Legal responsibility for the wall rests with the
Transportation Corridor Agency if they have not met their obligations to assure noise levels
do not exceed the federally -mandated levels. It was felt that an independent analysis would
provide additional evidence for whether the sound mitigation measures were functioning
correctly.
Contour grading profiles and a sound reading property location map were on display. The
Engineering and Building Director made an oral report, noting that residents in the Capistrano
Gardens development felt that noise levels had increased, rather than decreased, as a result
of the constructed sound walls and sound berms. He advised that residents referred to
correspondence from the Transportation Corridor Agency which promised construction of
a full, solid sound wall. He indicated that Transportation Corridor Agency sound studies
following construction of the walls and berms found that levels were below Federal standards.
As directed by Council on April 15, 1997, staff met with residents to address concerns. Mr.
Huber noted that the residents' request was for building of a full sound wall. He further noted
that there was no factual evidence to support the residents' claims of increased noise levels.
He indicated staff could not support the residents' request for sound wall construction without
verifying the actual sound readings. The study conducted by the City would include a
minimum of 8 locations on 2 different days, with readings taken for a full 24-hour period at
each location.
Public Hearine:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Swerdlin opened the public hearing, and
the following persons responded:
(1) Kathleen Petersen, 31121 Via Santo Tomas, President of Capistrano Gardens
Homeowners Association 42, advised that she and a contractor had walked the length
of the wall. She described their findings and indicated that a hand-held sound reader
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showed a significant differences in noise levels between Capistrano Gardens No. 1,
where the constructed sound barriers are higher, and Capistrano Gardens No. 2. She
felt their neighborhoods were at -risk and property values were negatively impacted.
She requested information regarding which homeowners had threatened lawsuits;
minutes of the Transportation Corridor Agency meeting when Council Member
Campbell brought this issue to the Board; and, copies of maps showing the area
before and after construction. She stated support for the alternate recommendation
which directed staff to design and construct the additional sound wall as requested by
the residents.
(2) Helen McCarthy, 31086 Via San Vicente, presented copies of Table 5, State Route
73 Traffic Noise Prediction and Noise Barrier Analysis from the Noise Impact
Assessment Report for the California Corridor Constructors and Parsons, Inc., dated
March 18, 1996. She discussed the presented information and expressed concerns
with days and times of the sound readings taken by the Corridor. She noted that trees
have been removed, dried weed areas are a potential fire hazard, and the area is
polluted. Stated that she understood the Council's concern for the beauty of San
Juan, but felt her living environment, safety and security took precedence over
beautification of the City.
(3) Jim Halstead, 304 Avenida Siena, San Clemente, advised he had accompanied Ms.
Petersen and Ms. McCarthy on their walk along the wall, and described his
' observations.
(3) Marcia Talbot, 31126 Via San Vicente, stated that the noise levels were loud, intense
and unbearable regardless of the results of any sound study. She felt that the City had
authorized variances from the recommendations set forth in the Noise Assessment
Report and requested that the obligation to build a full sound wall be fulfilled.
(4) RhenKohan, 31061 Via Santo Tomas, stated the sound wall should have been built
as originally planned and suggested that the $15,000 requested for the sound study
be rather put toward constructing the sound wall. She felt sound wall aesthetic
treatment could combine form and function. She questioned whether the City would
support the residents, even to a lawsuit, in order to complete the wall.
(5) Janet Whitner, 26672 Calle Bonita, stated that she did not live in affected area but has
on many occasions taken walks through the Via San Vicente area. Stated that she
cannot carry on a conversation while walking due to the noise level being so high.
Council Comments:
Council Member Jones reiterated that the cost was never a consideration when the decision
to use the berms was made; that the City had been assured that berms were as good or better
than sound walls. Council Member Campbell advised that there was a difference in opinion
' between the Corridor Agency and the residents; however before the Corridor Agency would
take any further action, there had to be statistics to back up the residents' claims. Council
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discussion included suggestions that the study take into consideration the higher speed limit
now in effect; the fact that the first sound study was taken before the freeway widening had
occurred; and whether the berms or walls are above the stack level of trucks.
Allocation of Fundine:
It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded by Council Member Jones and unanimously
carried to approve an allocation of $15,000 from the Systems Development Fund in the 1997-
98 Capital Improvement Program. The City Manager was authorized to approve all
necessary contracts required to perform the noise analysis, with Council ratification of the
City Manager's action on a future agenda.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 8:10 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment
Agency, and reconvened at 8:40 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
INTRODUCTION OF FISCAL YEAR 1997-98 OPERATING BUDGET (330.20)
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Administrative Services Director, providing an overview
of General Fund revenues and expenditures, the Water Enterprise Operating Fund Budgets,
and other Operating Fund Budgets. The item will be continued to a Public Hearing at the
June 17, 1997, meeting.
Cynthia Pendleton, gave an oral report, summarizing the proposed budget for the next fiscal
year. Council Member Hart requested that approximately $1,000 be included in the budget
for a Veterans Memorial Plaque at Descanso Veterans Park. Council Member Greiner
advised he was working with a group to raise funds to enhance library services. He stated
that it would cost approximately $41,500 for the San Juan Capistrano library be open on
Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for one year. He suggested that consideration be given
to allocating up to $20,000, which would be matched by private contributions, with the
understanding that these funds may not be necessary if sufficient monies are returned to the
County. The City Manager stated the items would be added for future Council consideration.
Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Council Member
unanimously carried that the item be
proposed budget at a Public Hearing.
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Hart, seconded by Council Member Jones, and
continued to June 17, 1997, for consideration of the
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' 2. INTRODUCTION OF COMMUNITY GROUP FUNDING REOUESTS - FI .AL
YEAR 1997-98 (330.20)
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Assistant City Manager, summarizing the requests
received from 12 organizations, totaling $94,640. The Report advised that $47,000 had been
proposed for community organization funding in the 1997-98 budget, and recommended that
two Council Members review the requests and make recommendations.
Public Input:
(1) Bob Jones, 25661 Cervantes, Mission Viejo, made an oral presentation on behalf of
"Once Upon a Story," P. O. Box 1111, San Juan Capistrano. He advised that due to
the overwhelming response to this program, the organization had reached a
crossroads. Mr. Jones requested that the City consider joining with them to a greater
degree in building and accommodating the festival. He noted that they had been
contacted by the California Arts Council for a determination as to whether their
program would qualify for a major art event in the State.
(2) Sharon Holdt, 30792 Hunt Club Drive, representing the South Orange County
Community Services Council, highlighted the major services provided to City
residents by their organizations.
Appointment of City Council Members to Review Requests:
It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded by Council Member Jones and unanimously
carried that Council Members Greiner and Campbell be appointed to work with staff on
recommendations for funding. The City Manager was directed to meet with Bob Jones to
discuss the future of the "Once Upon A Story" program.
3. STATUS OF PROPOSED MERGER OF CAPISTRANO VALLEY WATER
DISTRICT WITH CITY (1050.60)
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the City Manager, providing an overview of the steps taken
to merge the budget, equipment, facilities and staff of the Capistrano Valley Water District
with the City of San Juan Capistrano. The Report noted that difficulties had been
encountered during negotiations with the City of Dana Point which would ultimately increase
the cost of service to the Water District rate payers. An increase in costs was inconsistent
with the original goal of decreasing costs. The Report recommended development of an
Operation and Maintenance Agreement with the Water District whereby the City would
operate and maintain the water system, retain the District employees as City employees, and
perform all the functions necessary to manage the water system, while still realizing the
estimated cost savings.
' The City Manager made an oral report, noting that the Water District included four areas
outside the City boundaries. All four areas would need a new governmental entity if the
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consolidation were to go forth. Three areas were small and a service agreement with
Moulton Niguel was in the final stages. The fourth area was in Dana Point and a satisfactory
agreement for services had not been reached due to certain costs that would be associated
with serving that area. He discussed an alternative that would provide for merger of
employees and facilities and provide for a contract between the City and the present Water
District for operations and maintenance. Mr. Scarborough indicated this alternative would
retain all the anticipated cost savings and would be in the best interests of the customers.
Council Member Campbell stated opposition to any action that would increase rates for City
residents. Council Member Jones noted that the Local Agency Formation Commission had
recommended that the City continue negotiating with the City of Dana Point and in the
meantime work with the Municipal Water District of Orange County. He cited support for
withdrawing the application before the Local Agency Formation Commission. Council
Member Hart concurred, noting that the purpose behind the proposed merger had been for
efficiency and cost savings for the rate payers. Council Member Greiner also concurred in
supporting the City staff recommendation to pursue an operations and maintenance
Agreement with the Capistrano Valley Water District, rather than a merger through the Local
Agency Formation Commission process.
Mayor Swerdlin concurred that merging the Capistrano Valley Water District with the City
through an operations and maintenance agreement appeared to be the best avenue due to
savings to the rate payers; however, he also felt it was important for the Local Agency
Formation Commission to start its first consolidation of water districts. He recommended
that Council approve an operation and maintenance agreement, but also run a parallel course
with the Local Agency Formation Commission for the consolidation as previously
recommended by the Local Agency Formation Commission staff.
Termination of Local Agency Formation Commission Proceedings/Initiation of
A_ereement:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Hart, and carried with
Mayor Swerdlin voting in the negative, to direct staff to take the necessary steps to terminate
the Local Agency Formation Commission proceedings and develop an Operation and
Maintenance Agreement between the City and the Capistrano Valley Water District.
PLANNING DIRECTOR
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ASSIGNMENT OF PACIFIC POINT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO CWC.
INCORPORATED �CONTI_NITED FROM MAY 20. 19971(600.301
Council Member Campbell indicated she would abstain on this item due to the project's proximity to
her residence.
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Written Communications:
Report dated May 20, 1997, and resubmitted June 3, 1997, advising that Pacific Point
Partners, L.P., had requested assignment of the Pacific Point Development Agreement, which
covers that portion of the Forster Canyon Planned Community known as "Pacific Point," to
CWC, Inc., a California Corporation and subsidiary of SunCal Companies.
The Planning Director made an oral report.
Adoption of Resolution Approving Assignment of Agreement:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Hart, that the
following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO 97-6-3-7 ASSIGNMENT OF PACIFIC POINT
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO CWC_ INCORPORATED - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ASSIGNMENT OF
THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS CONTAINED IN THE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT APPROVED JULY 16, 1992,
BETWEEN THE CITY AND PACIFIC POINT PARTNERS, L.P., TO
CWC, INCORPORATED, EFFECTIVE AS OF THE DATE THAT
TITLE IS TRANSFERRED TO CWC, INCORPORATED FOR THAT
PORTION OF THE FORSTER CANYON PLANNED COMMUNITY
KNOWN AS "PACIFIC POINT"
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Jones, Greiner, Hart, and Mayor Swerdlin
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Council Member Campbell
ABSENT: None
ENGINEERING AND BUMDING DIRECTOR
INTRODUCTION OF SEVEN-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
BUDGET - 1997-2004 (330.40)
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Engineering and Building Director, forwarding the
proposed 7 -year Capital Improvement Program, which also includes Water District projects.
A public hearing will be scheduled for June 17, 1997.
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The Director of Engineering and Building made an oral report. A pie chart indicating the
1997-98 Capital Improvement Major Fund Groups was on display.
Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Greiner, and
unanimously carried that the item be continued to June 17, 1997, for consideration of the
proposed budget at a Public Hearing.
PUBLIC LANDS AND FACILITIES DIRECTOR
1. SELECTION OF SOUTH COAST FARMS TO PROVIDE INTERIM FARM
MANAGEMENT SERVICES - KINOSHITA FARM SITE (600.301
Written Communications:
Report dated June 3, 1997, from the Acting Director of Public Lands and Facilities,
summarizing the two proposals received for management of the Kinoshita Farm Agricultural
Preserve during the Request for Proposal process being conducted for operation of the farm
property and use of the historic Joel Congdon House. Staff had been directed to solicit the
interim services on March 18, 1997. The Report advised that South Coast Farms proposed
to compensate the City and Community Redevelopment Agency $44,000 for use of the
property for a one-year period, which equaled an approximate rental payment of $1,544 per
acre. Orange County Produce proposed compensation of $600 per acre, or an annual rental
payment of approximately $17,100. The Report advised that Orange County Produce was
interested in a longer-term use of the property to allow for a community-based participative
approach. The current tenant, J&W Farms, did not submit a proposal. A license agreement
for the services will be returned to the Council no later than July 1, 1997.
The Acting Director of Public Lands and Facilities made an oral report, noting that the $1,500
lease payment proposed by South Coast Farms was the highest in the County. Mrs. Murray
further advised that the City had received a proposal on May 30, 1997, from the Capistrano
Unified School District proposing an agricultural program at the site for at -risk youth from
Marco Forster. She advised the proposal had not been received in time for consideration
however, staff would work with the District over the coming year.
Selection of South Coast Farms:
It was moved by Council Member Campbell, seconded by Council Member Jones and
unanimously carried to select South Coast Farms to provide farm management services for
the period of July 1, 1997, through June 30, 1998, for the Kinoshita Farm Agricultural
Preserve.
ORDINANCES - None
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' COUNCILMANIC ITEMS
1. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor (800^50)
Council Member Campbell advised she was continuing her efforts regarding the sound
wall issues raised by residents.
b. San Juan Basin Authority (1050.60)
Council Member Jones advised that there was a possibility for a Settlement
Agreement with Capistrano Beach Water District over water rights.
C. Orange County Joint Fire Authority (540.80)
Council Member Greiner advised that a Closed Session had been held to discuss labor
negotiations.
d. Joint Powers Insurance Authority (1170.30)
Mayor Swerdlin advised that the Authority had considered the cities of La Quinta and
' Rolling Hills for membership. He further advised that Executive Committee Board
Member John Chavez had been recalled and a replacement would be considered.
e. Orange County Vector Control District (560.50)
Mayor Swerdlin advised there was no vector of the month for June.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
LOS RIOS SHOP AND DINE AND FESTIVAL EVENT (150.60)
Council Member Jones expressed appreciation to the staff and Sheriff's officers involved in
successful Los Rios Shop & Dine/Festival event on June 1.
2. MAYOR'S TROPHY AT THE OAKS GRAND PRIX (150.60)
Mayor Swerdlin noted that he presented Mayor's Trophy for the "Dash for Cash" at the Oaks
Grand Prix equestrian event held May 30.
CLOSED SESSION (610.85)
' The Council recessed to a Closed Session at 9:57 p.m., for the following purposes as authorized by
statute:
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Conference with Real Property Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8,
for an update regarding the status of negotiations for the sale of the property known as
Assessor's Parcel No. 649-361-02. Grubb and Ellis was the negotiating party.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION
The meeting reconvened at 10:20 p.m. Mayor Swerdlin advised there were no actions to report.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m. to the
next regular meeting date of Tuesday, June 17, 1997, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
ATTEST:
DAVID M. SWERDLIN, MAYOR
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Respectfully submitted,
CHERYL J(*NSOX,
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