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90-0501_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting071 MAY 1, 1990 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 Hausdorfer at 7:05 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Reverend Doran Tregarthen of St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal Church. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor Lawrence P. Buchheim, Councilman Anthony L. Bland, Councilman Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman ABSENT: Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; George Scarborough, Assistant City Manager/Acting City Clerk; David Bentz, Director of Administrative Services; William D. Murphy, Director of Public Works; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Community Planning and Development; Thomas L. Baker, Director of Community Services; Jeffrey C. Parker, Assistant to the City Manager; Cheryl Johnson, Deputy City Clerk; Nancy Bernardi, Recording Secretary. MINUTES Regular Meeting of April 17, 1990: It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland, that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 17, 1990, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried that all Ordinances be read by title only. 5/1/90 472 � PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS 1. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 12, 1990. AS "FIRE SERVICES_ RECOGNITION DAY" (610.40) 2. Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the City Clerk, forwarding the Proclamation. Presentation of Proclamation: Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full and with the consensus of Council proclaimed May 12, 1990, as Fire Services Recognition Day. Chief Ron Blaul of the Orange County Fire Department was present to accept the proclamation. Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Senior Management Assistant, forwarding the Proclamation and noting the activities to take place during Historic Preservation Week. Presentation of Proclamation: Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full and with the consensus of Council proclaimed the week of May 14 through May 20, 1990, as Historic Preservation Week. Bob Dunn accepted the proclamation on behalf of the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society. 3. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 1990. AS "SENIOR CITIZENS MONTH" (610.40) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Services, forwarding the Proclamation. Presentation of Proclamation: Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full and with the consensus of Council proclaimed the month of May, 1990, as Senior Citizens Month. Pauline Leonard, was present to accept the proclamation on behalf of the San Juan Capistrano — seniors. 4. PRESENTATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS - SAVE OPEN SPACE VOLUNTEERS (610.40) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Council Services Manager, advising that the following persons would be presented with -2- 5/1/90 073 Community Service Awards to recognize their efforts in the recent Open Space Bond Measure Election: Wilson Buckner, Roy Byrnes, Mark Clancey, Mike Darnold, Vickee Donoho, Terry Dorse, Marlene Draper, Pamela Gibson, Jerry Harris, Wyatt Hart, Stan Holdtich, Gil Jones, Pauline Leonard, Terry Lowe, Gail Prothero, and Catalina Sinkbeil. Presentation of Awards: Mayor Hausdorfer presented the Awards to those present and gave special recognition to Marlene Draper and Gail Prothero for their efforts. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, that the staff recommendations be accepted for the following items listed on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze 1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (300.30) The List of Demands dated April 19, 1990, in the total amount of $351,230.75, was approved as submitted. 2. REPORT OF ARCHITECTURAL BOARD OF REVIEW ACTIONS (410.60) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, regarding actions taken at the meeting of April 23, 1990, was ordered received and filed. 3. REPORT OF CULTURAL ARTS AND HERITAGE COMMISSION ACTIONS (910.60) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Senior Management Assistant, regarding actions taken at the meeting of April 23, 1990, was ordered received and filed. 4. REPORT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION ACTIONS (470.20) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Community Development Manager, regarding actions taken at the meeting of April 11, 1990, was ordered received and filed. -3- 5/1/90 w 4 5. REPORT OF EQUESTRIAN COMMISSION ACTIONS (930.40) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Secretary of the Equestrian Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting of April 9, 1990, was ordered received and filed. 6. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ACTIONS (920.20) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Secretary of the Parks and Recreation Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting of April 16, 1990, was ordered received and filed. 7. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS (440.40) The Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, regarding actions taken at the meetings of April 19 and 24, 1990, was ordered received and filed. AWARD OF CONTRACT - SLURRY SEAL OF CITY STREETS 1990 (IPS SERVICES. INC.) (600.30) As set forth in the Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Public Works, the contract for the Slurry Seal of City Streets, 1990, was awarded to IPS Services, Inc. in the amount of $34,988.36. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the contract on behalf of the City. 9. AWARD OF CONTRACT - CONNEMARA DRIVE AND GLENARIFF LANE REHABILITATION (SULLY -MILLER) (600.30) As set forth in the Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Public Works, the contract for the Rehabilitation of Connemara Drive and Glenariff Lane was awarded to Sully - Miller Contracting in the amount of $20,022.50. The rehabilitation includes the reconstruction of curbs and gutters in front of 27091, 27081, and 27071 Glenariff Lane and 33741, 33751, and 33761 Connemara Drive. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the contract on behalf of the City. 10. AWARD OF CONTRACT - CITY VEHICLES (370.30) As set forth in the Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Public Works, the contracts for the purchase of four new City trucks were awarded as follows: (1) To McPherson Chevrolet in the amount of $13,591.43 for one mid-size four-wheel pickup truck; -4- 5/1/90 (2) To McPherson Chevrolet in the amount of $14,381.39 for one full-size 1/2 -ton four-wheel drive pickup truck; (3) To McPherson Chevrolet in the amount of $20,194.22 for one full-size four-wheel drive utility wagon; and (4) To Allen GMC in the amount of $20,825.00 for one 1 -ton flatbed truck with liftgate. 11. DENIAL OF CLAIM - CHARLES V. KAMINSKAS (170.10) The claim received by the City on April 8, 1990, from the Law Office of Robert D. Coviello, on behalf of Charles V. Kaminskas, for property damages allegedly resulting from negligent construction and inspection of a swimming pool at 32171 Peppertree Bend, was denied, as set forth in the report dated May 1, 1990, from the City Attorney. REDESIGN OF WIDENING WEST SIDE OF DEL OBISPO STREET, WESTBORNE DRIVE TO CAMINO DEL AVION - STATUS REPORT AND AMENDMENT OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT (IWA ENGINEERS) (600.30) As set forth in the Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Public Works, it was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the Consulting Services Agreement with IWA Engineers be increased by $56,630 to $104,062 for the design of widening the west side of Del Obispo Street from Westborne Drive to Camino Del Avion. Mr. Murphy noted that the increase is to cover the increased scope of the design process as well as to complete plans and specifications. Construction will be deferred until funding is available. Staff will continue to pursue grant monies. 13. AMENDMENT TO CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT, SAN JUAN CREEK ROAD WIDENING - LA NOVIA AVENUE TO CAMINO SANTO DOMINGO (BOYLE ENGINEERING) (600.30) Pursuant to the Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Public Works regarding the widening of San Juan Creek Road 950 feet easterly, Mayor Hausdorfer expressed concern regarding the best location and access for the General Plan trail on the south side of San Juan Creek Road, i.e. in or alongside the drainage channel, and the costs associated with its construction. Mr. Julian indicated that the costs have not yet been determined and noted concerns expressed by residents regarding safety, privacy, and other issues. It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried that the increase in scope be approved for the designs of the widening of San Juan Creek -5- 5/1/90 Road from La Novia Avenue to Camino Santo Domingo, with a detailed report regarding easement issues and other concerns to be provided to the Council prior to the commencement of any construction of the General Plan equestrian/hiking trail. Staff was authorized to increase the cost of the agreement by $13,700 and to extend the time for completion to August 31, 1990. PUBLIC HEARINGS PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SECTIONS 9-3.620 AND 9-4.106 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE - EQUESTRIAN DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (420.30) Proposal: Consideration of Municipal Code Amendments and modifications to the Equestrian and Hiking Trail Design Manual, establishing policies and procedures for trail improvements, equestrian stables, and trail design standards. Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, summarizing the amendments and modifications to the manual. Thomas Tomlinson, City Planner, made an oral presentation. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Hausdorfer opened the Public Hearing, and there being no response, closed the hearing. Council Discussion: Councilman Bland suggested that staff ensure that proper approval has been obtained for the use of the Gary Larson cartoon on the cover of the Manual. Introduction of Ordinance: The City Manager 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 Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland, that the following Ordinance be introduced: AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE - EOUESTRIAN STANDARDS - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 9-4.106 AND 9-3.620 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE MODIFY- ING THE PROVISIONS FOR DEDICATION AND IMPROVEMENTS OF EQUESTRIAN/HIKING TRAILS, AND CHANGING THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDEN- TIAL EQUESTRIAN STABLES -6- 5/1/90 2. 0'7"7 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze Approval of Manual: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the revised Eques- trian/Hiking Trail Design Manual be approved. Staff was directed to assure that permission had been obtained for the use of Gary Larson's cartoon for the Manual's cover. Proposal: Consideration of a proposed General Plan Amendment, which is mandated by state law as a five-year update of the Housing Element of the General Plan. Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, summarizing the proposed Amendment and addressing comments received from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Thomas Tomlinson, City Planner, made an oral presentation, noting that the City has either met or surpassed most of the goals established by the state and that no challenges or recommendations for modifications have been received from outside agencies. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Hausdorfer opened the Public Hearing, and there being no response, closed the hearing. Adoption of Resolution: It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland, that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 90-5-1-1. APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 90-2 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 90-2, REVISED HOUSING ELEMENT -7- 5/1/90 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze RECESS AND RECONVENE Council recessed at 7:55 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 8:00 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS CITY MANAGER 1. FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR DOWNTOWN MERCHANTS BROCHURE (330.20) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the City Manager, regarding a request from the merchants in the downtown area for the City to contribute $3,000 toward the development of "The Guide to old San Juan," a brochure which provides information about some of the major points of interest as well as key areas for shopping, eating, and businesses. Mr. Julian noted that the original $3,000 loan was approved by the City Council in February 1989 and that he feels that sufficient public benefit has been derived from the brochure. Mark Clancey, 31892 Via de Linda, on behalf of the Friends of San Juan Capistrano, and submitted a letter in opposition to the use of public funds to pay for the brochure. Mr. Clancey noted the absence of some historical references from the brochure. Councilman Bland expressed concerns regarding inaccurate historical depictions in the brochure and suggested that other groups in the City join together to develop an accurate historical site guide. - Approval of Contribution: It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and carried with Mayor Hausdorfer voting in opposition, that the $3,000 contribution be approved to pay for the "Guide to Old San Juan" brochure for the downtown economic development. -8- 5/1/90 0'79 It was the consensus of the Council that community groups be invited to work with staff to produce a long-term, accurate, up-to-date historical brochure which would introduce visitors to all aspects of the community. 2. CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WILLIAM MURPHY. INTERIM DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS (600.30) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Assistant City Manager, forwarding an Agreement for Consulting Services with William Murphy, who recently retired from the City, allowing the City to retain Mr. Murphy's services as a contract employee to ensure a smooth transition for the new Director to be hired. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried that the Agreement for Consulting Services with William Murphy, Director of Public Works, be approved for ten weeks, not to exceed a total of $25,000. CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THOMAS BAKER. INTERIM DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES (600.30) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Assistant City Manager, forwarding an Agreement for Consulting Services with Thomas Baker, who recently retired from the City, allowing the City to retain Mr. Baker's services as a contract employee to ensure a smooth transition for the new Director to be hired. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the Agreement for Consulting Services with Thomas Baker, Director of Community Services, be approved for 14 weeks, not to exceed a total of $30,000. 4. FUNDING REOUEST - AYSO (130.40 Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Council Services Manager, forwarding a request from the American Youth Soccer organiza- tion for a donation of $500 from the City Council to help finance four teams of children who will be competing in a soccer tournament and cultural exchange program in Hawaii. The funds are to be used for transportation, accommodations, equipment, and uniforms. -9- 5/1/90 Approval of Donation: It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and unanimously carried that a one-time donation of $500 be approved to AYSO, and a budget transfer was approved from the General Fund Reserves to the Council ^, Discretionary Account. CITY CLERK 1. CERTIFICATION OF APRIL 10 1990 SPECIAL ELECTION RESULTS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE BONDS (SAVE OPEN SPACE) (630.20/ 340.20) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Acting City Clerk, forwarding a Resolution certifying the results of the election and authorizing the City to issue general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $21,000,000. Adoption of Resolution: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 90-5-1-2. RESULTS OF ELECTION APRIL 10. 1990 (SAVE OPEN SPACE) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON APRIL 10, 1990, DECLARING THE RESULT AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $21,000,000 OF BONDED INDEBTEDNESS (SAVE OPEN SPACE) The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BOND COUNSEL CONTRACT FOR OPEN SPACE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (STRADLING YOCCA CARLSON & RAUTH) (600.30) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Administrative Services, recommending that a Bond Counsel Agreement between the City and Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth be approved -10- 5/1/90 for legal services regarding future bond sales, review of official statements, conducting the bond closing, and issuing a legal approving opinion to the purchasers of the bonds. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Friess, and unanimously carried that the Bond Counsel Agreement between the City and Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth be approved to provide legal services for the sale of General Obligation Bonds and the payment of costs from future bond proceeds. Staff was directed to place on the agenda monthly progress reports of the ongoing activities for informational purposes. FINANCIAL ADVISOR CONTRACT FOR OPEN SPACE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (FIELDMAN, ROLAPP & ASSOCIATES) (600.30) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Administrative Services, regarding the need for a financial consultant to structure the terms and conditions and handle the details of the sales of General Obligation Bonds recently approved by the voters. Fees ranged from $19,500 to $41,500, with all costs to be paid from bond proceeds. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the Agreement for Consulting Services between the City and Fieldman, Rolapp & Associates be approved to provide financial advisory services for the General Obligation Bonds, and that the payment of costs from future bond proceeds be approved. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION - BENNINGHOFF MONUMENT SIGN, SITE PLAN REVIEW 89-19 (410.50) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision on February 27, 1990, placing certain conditions on the sign program for the Benninghoff Law Building. The conditions of appeal address sign illumina- tion, individual tenant signs, sign height, and inclusion of street name. Debbie Sottek, Assistant Planner, made an oral presentation. David Mear, sign architect, noted that only the street numbers would be illuminated. -11- 5/1/90 Council discussed the amount of wattage to be used in the illumination and the use of internal illumination. Council- man Friess voiced his support of the Planning Commission's recommendations. It was moved by Councilman Bland to approve the staff recommendation with a modification to the lighting condition. The motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Councilman Buchheim that the Resolution affirming the Planning Commission's approval of SPR 89-19 be approved, subject to modified conditions. The motion died due to lack of a second. Adoption of Resolution: It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, that the following Resolution be adopted as amended to disallow internal and back -lit illumination: RESOLUTION NO 90-5-1-3. REAFFIRMING PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL - SITE PLAN 89-19 (BENNINGHOFF) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, REAFFIRMING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN REVIEW 89-19 WITH THE MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS (BENNINGHOFF) The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: Councilman Friess ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND PROPOSED SCHEDULE FOR SELECTION OF CONSULTANT FOR OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN AND DESIGN (600.30) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Director of Community Services, forwarding a schedule for selection of a consultant for the Open Space Master Plan and Design Request for Proposal and requesting authorization to issue the Proposal. -12- 5/1/90 1. 2. Authorization to Issue Proposal: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried that issuance of the Request for Proposal be authorized and that the schedule for selection of a consultant for the Open Space Master Plan and Design RFP be received and filed. ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8-1.10 OF TITLE 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS (ADOPTION) (450.10) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Acting City Clerk, advising that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of April 17, 1990, and was scheduled for adoption. Adoption of Ordinance: The City Manager 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 Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Friess, that the following Ordinance be adopted: ORDINANCE NO. 662, ESTABLISHING BOARD OF APPEALS RELATIVE TO BUILDING OFFICIAL DECISIONS - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 8-1.10 OF THE SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A BOARD OF APPEALS RELATIVE TO DECISIONS OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze ORDINANCE APPROVING REZONE 89-2 (MARBELLA TERRACE/BARKLEY) (ADOPTION) (460.20) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Acting City Clerk, advising that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of April 17, 1990, and was scheduled for adoption. -13- 5/1/90 X64 Adoption of Ordinance: The City Manager 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 Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Friess, that the following Ordinance be adopted: ORDINANCE NO 663 APPROVING REZONE 89-2 (MARBELLA TERRACE/BARKLEY) - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 293, BY CHANG- ING THE ZONING OF LOT 38 OF TRACT 11753 FROM EL 25 (LARGE ESTATE) TO SINGLE FAMILY - RS (20,000), RS(1), RS(2), RS(3), AND RS (4) (L. P. BARKLEY AND ASSOCIATES, INC.) The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim, Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Schwartze COUNCILMANIC ITEMS 1. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION AND DECLARATION OF VACANCY (LARRY NELSON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION) (110.20) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the Council Services Manager forwarding the letter of resignation. Acceptance of Resignation/Declaration of Vacancy: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried to accept the resignation of Larry Nelson from the Economic Development Commission and to declare the position vacant. Staff was directed to prepare appropriate documents to commend Mr. Nelson for his community service. The City Clerk was directed to post notices of the vacancy and to advertise for applications for the position in June 1990, at which time the commission and boards will conduct their annual review. 2. APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN - OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE (530.40) Written Communication: Report dated May 1, 1990, from the City Manager, regarding the appointment of a chairman of an Open Space Master Plan Advisory Committee to assist in the review of the Master Plan -14- 5/1/90 and to identify elements of the plan which are consistent with the needs of the City. Appointment of Chairman: It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Friess, and unanimously carried that Jerry Harris be appoin- ted Chairman of the Open Space Master Plan Citizens' Advisory Committee, and that Pauline Leonard, Wilson Buckner, and Vicki Donoho be appointed as Vice Chairpersons. Mayor Hausdorfer asked that staff contact a public relations consultant to prepare press releases inviting citizens who wish to participate on a consistent basis to volunteer for the Committee, stating that there would be no set number of persons to serve on the Committee, which would address technical, legal, and planning issues. The Mayor requested that Mr. Harris coordinate with Jeffrey Parker to contact interested individuals. 3. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES a. Capistrano Valley Wastewater Authority (1040.60) Councilman Buchheim noted the next meeting to be held in June. b. Southeast Regional Reclamation Authority (1040.60) Councilman Buchheim noted the ongoing progress being made with regard to sludge processing/handling at the Chiquita Canyon plant. CLOSED SESSION Council recessed to a Closed Session at 8:55 p.m. for discussion of personnel matters, the Deputy City Clerk being excused there- from, and reconvened at 10:00 p.m. -15- 5/1/90 There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m. to the next regular meeting date of Tuesday, May 15, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Respectfully submitted, ATTEST: A�Y�LUi�S�DORFER, MA R -16- 5/1/90