90-0807_CC_Minutes_Regular MeetingAUGUST 7, 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
7:03 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Pastor Roger
Boatman of the Community Christian Church.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor
Lawrence P. Buchheim, Councilman
Anthony L. Bland, Councilman
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; John R. Shaw,
City Attorney; Cheryl Johnson, City Clerk; George Scarborough,
Assistant City Manager; David Bentz, Director of Administrative
Services; Ray Wellington, Interim Director of Engineering and
Building Services; Ronald C. Sievers, Director of Public Lands and
Facilities; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Planning Services;
Thomas L. Baker, Director of Community Services; Nancy Bernardi,
Recording Secretary.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of July 17, 1990:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim,
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 17, 1990, be
approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
and unanimously carried that all Ordinances be read by title only.
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PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING AUGUST 18, 1990. AS "VOLUNTEER
FIREFIGHTERS RECOGNITION DAY" (610.40)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Clerk, forwarding
the Proclamation.
Presentation of Proclamation:
After Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full, the
City Clerk presented the Proclamation to Captain Dan
Lacouague of the Orange County Fire Department, who expressed
appreciation to the City Council on behalf of the 30
volunteer firefighters.
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING AUGUST 26, 1990, AS "OLD MISSION
RANCHO DAY" (610.40)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Clerk, forwarding
the Proclamation.
Presentation of Proclamation:
After Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full, the
City Clerk presented the Proclamation to April Robertson of
the Mission Visitor Center.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. Lou Costea, 231 Trafalgar Lane, requested the City's
assistance in resolving a problem with a right-of-way
easement on his property located at San Juan Creek Road and
La Novia Avenue. The Assistant City Manager was directed to
investigate the situation and report back to the City
Council.
2. Gordon Scott, representing Papa J's pizza restaurant located
in the Price Club Plaza, submitted a letter dated August 7,
1990, to the City Council regarding a complaint received by
the City concerning the restaurant's outdoor seating. The
letter indicated that no complaints had been received from
other merchants in the center and noted four other establish- _
ments in the center utilizing outdoor seating. Mayor
Hausdorfer assured Mr. Scott that the City Council had never
addressed this matter previously. The Assistant City Manager
was directed to investigate the situation and report back to
the City Council.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, 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 Schwartze, Bland, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (300.30)
The List of Demands dated July 26, 1990, in the total amount
of $338,156.55, was approved as submitted.
2. REPORT OF ARCHITECTURAL BOARD OF REVIEW ACTIONS (410.60)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of
Planning Services, regarding actions taken at the meeting of
July 18, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
3. REPORT OF CULTURAL ARTS AND HERITAGE COMMISSION ACTIONS
(910.60)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Senior Management
Assistant, regarding actions taken at the meeting of July 24,
1990, was ordered received and filed.
4. REPORT OF EQUESTRIAN COMMISSION ACTIONS (930.40)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Secretary of the
Equestrian Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting
of July 9, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
5. REPORT OF LOS RIOS REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTIONS (400.50)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of
' Planning Services, regarding actions taken at the meeting of
July 26, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
6. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ACTIONS (920.20)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Secretary of the
Parks and Recreation Commission, regarding actions taken at
the meeting of July 16, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
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REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS (440.40)
The Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of
Planning Services, regarding actions taken at the meeting of
July 26, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
8. APPROVAL OF LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR PLACEMENT OF DECORATIVE
CONCRETE/BRICK PATIO OVER STORM DRAIN (TRACT 7673, LOT 72 -
27662 PASEO BARONA) (MILLER/KLEIN) (600.301
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
Interim Director of Engineering and Building Services, the
License Agreement between the City and Bradford H. Miller and
Lynn C. Klein was approved. The Agreement allows for the
construction of a stepped decorative concrete/brick patio and
landscaping over and across a City storm drain, retains the
City's rights to access and maintain the storm drain
facility, and places the burden of repairs to the patio and
replacement of landscaping with the property owner. The
Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute said License
Agreement, and the City Clerk was authorized to forward the
Agreement to the Orange County Recorder for recordation.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN CONSULTING SERVICES -
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION AT DEL OBISPO STREET AND AGUACATE
ROAD (BSI CONSULTANTS) (600.30)
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
Interim Director of Engineering and Building Services, the
Agreement for Consulting Services for the design of the
traffic signal at Del Obispo Street and Aguacate Road and
accompanying progression system was awarded to BSI Consul-
tants, Inc. in the amount of $19,100, plus 20% for contin-
gency fees. The progression system will conduct traffic
studies for the intersections of Del Obispo Street at Camino
del Avion, Vermuelen Ranch/Capistrano Gardens, Calle Aspero,
Aguacate Road, Alipaz Street, Paseo Adelanto, Camino
Capistrano, Plaza Street, and Ortega Highway. The Mayor and
City Clerk were authorized to execute the contract on behalf
of the City.
10. DENIAL OF CLAIM (EUREKA & EEL RIVER RAILWAY COMPANY, INC.)
(170.10)
The claim for indemnification received by the City from
Himes, McDonough & Strickland, attorneys for Eureka & Eel
River Railway Company, Inc., was denied, as set forth in the
report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Attorney. The
claim was filed in the event a judgment is rendered against
the company in the Eric T. Blackman v. City, et al lawsuit.
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11. RESOLUTION CONFIRMING 1990-91 ASSESSMENT CHARGES - ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT 78-3 (ORTEGA PROPERTIES) (345.80)
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
Director of Administrative Services, the following Resolution
was adopted confirming the 1990-91 assessment charges for
Assessment District 78-3:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-1. CONFIRMING 1990-91
ASSESSMENT CHARGES - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 78-3,
ORTEGA PROPERTIES - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING 1990-91 ASSESSMENT CHARGES
- ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 78-3, ORTEGA PROPERTIES
The total assessment to be collected by the County totals
$458,552.93.
12. RESOLUTION - INTENT TO VACATE SHAMROCK LAND, GLENARIFF LANE,
AND CONNEMARA DRIVE (AVENIDA PESCADOR TO GLENARIFF LANE)
(820.40)
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
Interim Director of Engineering and Building Services, the
following Resolution was adopted declaring the City's intent
to vacate Shamrock Lane, Glenariff Lane, and Connemara Drive
from Avenida Pescador to Glenariff Lane:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-2, INTENT TO VACATE SHAMROCK
LANE. GLENARIFF LANE, AND CONNEMARA DRIVE (FROM
AVENIDA PESCADOR TO GLENARIFF LANE) - A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENT TO
VACATE SHAMROCK LANE, GLENARIFF LANE, AND CONNEMARA
DRIVE (FROM AVENIDA PESCADOR TO GLENARIFF LANE)
WITHIN A PORTION OF TRACT 9784 AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 90-7-17-11
The Resolution set the public hearing date for August 21,
1990, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
The vacation will facilitate the installation of a gate -
guarded facility in the Connemara II development, as reques-
ted by the Connemara II Property Owners Association.
13. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - JUNE 19 1990 (COMMUNITY REDEVELOP-
MENT AGENCY MEETING) (100.45)
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
City Clerk, the amendment to the Minutes of the June 19,
1990, Community Redevelopment Agency meeting was approved as
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follows: the last sentence of the second paragraph on Page
3 was amended to read, "He stated the proposed realignment
of Ortega Highway was premature and the group did not want
to jeopardize the possibility of state and federal recogni-
tion for the historic park."
14. FIVE-YEAR LAW ENFORCEMENT AGREEMENT WITH ORANGE COUNTY
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT (600.50)
As set forth in the Report dated August 7, 1990, from the
Assistant City Manager, the Five -Year Agreement between the
City and the Orange County Sheriff's Department was approved.
The cost of services for the period of July 1, 1990, through
June 30, 1991, is $2,195,517.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION OF 9.093 ACRES INTO THREE RESIDENTIAL
LOTS, 31431 PASEO CHRISTINA - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 88-396
(STANBRIDGE) (420.70)
Proposal:
Consideration of a request to subdivide a 9.093 -acre site
into three residential parcels located at 31431 Paseo
Christina in the Large Estate District. This hearing was
continued from the meeting of July 17, 1990, so as to allow
the applicant to communicate with staff regarding the
participation requirement and the agreement between
Mr. Diffley and the City.
Applicant/ Property Owner:
Dr. Stanley Stanbridge
31431 Paseo Christina
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Applicant's Representative:
Mr. Craig White
1671 Westcliff Drive
Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Planning
Services, reviewing the issues raised by the Planning
Commission regarding potential hillside grading impacts,
proposed building pad sizes, and completion of improvements
to San Juan Creek Road. After further investigation of road
improvement conditions placed on adjacent property owners
since the meeting of July 17, 1990, staff again forwarded a
recommendation of approval.
Councilman Friess left the Council Chamber due to a conflict
of interest.
Lynn Dosheery, Land Use Manager, made an oral presentation
and added the following condition to the proposed Resolution:
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Condition 4.e. - The subdivider shall install
landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan,
in accordance with a schedule to be specified in
a subdivision improvement agreement. Such agree-
ment shall be approved concurrently with the final
map.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Hausdorfer
reopened the Public Hearing, and the following persons
responded:
(1) Craig Allen of White Real Estate, representing the
applicant, expressed opposition to the City's require-
ment that Dr. Stanbridge participate in the improvements
to San Juan Creek Road because of the value of the
applicant's dedicated land, the exception given to
Mr. Diffley for his dedication of land, and the negli-
gible increase in traffic resulting from the applicant's
development.
(2) Dr. Stanley Stanbridge, applicant, offered a compromise
to share in the expenses for the road improvements and
requested assistance from the City regarding the
quitclaim of the easement through his property.
Mr. Julian noted that the quitclaim deeds were processed
at the time the Dividend property was developed.
There being no further input, the hearing was declared closed
with the right to reopen at any time.
Certification of Neaative Declaration and Approval of
Tentative Parcel Map 88-396:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, that the following Resolution be adopted as amended
to include Condition 4.e., certifying the Negative Declara-
tion and approving Tentative Parcel Map 88-396:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-3. APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP 88-396 (STANBRIDGE) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 88-396
(STANBRIDGE)
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Friess
ABSENT: None
The motion also directed staff to offer the same quitclaim
assistance to Dr. Stanbridge that was provided by the City
with regard to the Keele/Freeman property. If the assistance
is monetary in nature, the item is to be brought back for
City Council review.
Councilman Friess returned to the Council Chamber.
2. ASSESSMENT OF CHARGES - 1990 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM (540.70)
Proposal:
Consideration of charges for the City's 1990 Weed Abatement
Program, which provides weed abatement services to property
owners at a reasonable cost.
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Public
Lands and Facilities, summarizing the program, process
of notification, the public input process, and contract
costs
(2) Letter dated August 6, 1990, from Johan and Karen
Monsen, owners of property located at 31312 Andres Pico
Road, protesting their weed abatement assessment
(3) Letter dated August 4, 1990, from Claire Read, 27444
Ortega Highway, regarding her desire to speak at the
hearing
(4) Letter from David and Diane Tolbert, requesting that the
City inform them of weed abatement services prior to
the work being performed.
Mr. Sievers made an oral presentation and reported on the
resolution of the four letters received by property owners.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Hausdorfer
opened the Public Hearing, and there being no response,
closed the hearing with the right to reopen at any time.
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Confirmation of Cost Report and Authorization of Weed
Abatement Charges:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Friess, that the following Resolution be adopted confirming
the cost report and authorizing the weed abatement charges
assessed to individual properties for 1990:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-4, CONFIRMING COST REPORT -
1990 WEED ABATEMENT - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE COST REPORT FOR 1990
WEED ABATEMENT IN THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mr. Sievers noted that the City will be utilizing a computer
program with the County Assessor's Office which will update
the City on each weed abatement change on a monthly basis.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 7:33 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano
Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 7:50 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE ORGANIZATIONAL STAFFING PLAN (700.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Assistant City Manager,
recommending the creation of an Administrative Assistant
position for the Departments of Planning, Public Facilities,
and Community Services. The Administrative Assistants will
act as generalist staff assistants to coordinate administra-
tive functions within and between departments and provide
liaison services to the community.
Mr. Julian noted that the positions are a reclassification
for current employees and will not necessitate hiring
additional personnel.
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Creation of Administrative Assistant Position:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland, that the following Resolution be adopted creating the
position of Administrative Assistant:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-5, AMENDING CLASSIFICATION
AND COMPENSATION PLAN - CREATING ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT CLASSIFICATION - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 89-11-7-4, THE
CITY'S PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
PLAN (CREATING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
CLASSIFICATION)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The motion authorized the creation of three new Administra-
tive Assistant positions, eliminating one Administrative
Secretary II position in the Community Services Department,
and approving the reclassification of one Senior Management
Assistant position to that of Management Assistant I.
APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH CLASSIFIED
EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR THE 1990-91 FISCAL YEAR (730.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Assistant City Manager,
forwarding the Memorandum of Understanding for a one-year
contract with the Classified Employees. The contract
provides for a 5% cost -of -living increase, expansion of the
dental insurance coverage, and the development of an employee
wellness program.
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the Memorandum of _
Understanding between the City and the San Juan Capistrano
Classified Employees Association be approved for the period
of July 1, 1990, through June 30, 1991.
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CITY ATTORNEY
1. RESOLUTION AFFIRMING PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - SIGN
PROGRAM ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 88-8 (JOHNSON/YU) (410.60)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Attorney, forward-
ing a revised Resolution which makes legally required
findings in upholding the Planning Commission's determination
in this matter, as affirmed by the City Council on July 17,
1990.
Affirmation of Planning Commission Action:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland, that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-6, AFFIRMING PLANNING
COMMISSION ACTION OF MAY 22, 1990, AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 90-7-17-8 - SIGN APPEAL, ARCHITEC-
TURAL CONTROL 88-8 (JOHNSON/YU) - A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRA-
NO, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE PLANNING COMMISSION
ACTION OF MAY 22, 1990, REGARDING CONDITIONS 2A
AND 2F AND MODIFYING CONDITION 2C OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION RESOLUTION 90-5-22-2 (JOHNSON/YU)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Friess and Schwartze
ABSENT: None
Councilmen Friess and Schwartze abstained due to their
absence at the July 17, 1990, Council meeting.
2. RESOLUTION AFFIRMING PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - SIGN
PROGRAM, ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 89-9 (DOLLEY) 1410.601
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Attorney, forward-
ing a revised Resolution which makes legally required
findings in upholding the Planning Commission's determination
in this matter, as affirmed by the City Council on July 17,
1990.
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Affirmation of Planning Commission Action:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8-7-7, AFFIRMING PLANNING
COMMISSION ACTION OF MAY 22, 1990, AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 90-7-17-7 - SIGN APPEAL, ARCHITEC-
TURAL CONTROL 88-9 (DOLLEY) - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE PLANNING COMMISSION
ACTION OF MAY 22, 1990, REGARDING CONDITIONS NO.
7B, 7C, AND 8C OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION
90-5-22-3, AND REPEALING CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION
NO. 90-7-17-7 (ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 88-9, DOLLEY)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Friess and Schwartze
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Councilmen Friess and Schwartze abstained due to their
absence at the July 17, 1990, Council meeting.
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
RESOLUTION OF AWARD - GENERAL OBLIGATION OPEN SPACE BONDS
(340.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Administra-
tive Services, forwarding an awarding Resolution for the
$4,995,000 1990 General Obligation Open Space Bonds prepared
by the firm of Stradling, Yocca, Carlson and Rauth.
Mr. Bentz reported that the lowest bid received was from the
Bank of America.
Mr. Mike McNamara of Fieldman, Rolapp & Associates stated
that the City received a 6.86% coupon for the bonds due to
its high AA rating, thus resulting in lower taxes to the
citizens than originally anticipated.
Award of Bid:
It was moved by Mayor Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze, that the following Resolution be adopted:
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RESOLUTION NO 90-8-7-8. AWARDING SERIES 1990
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (OPEN SPACE PROGRAM) - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING SERIES 1990
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
OF $4,995,000 TO THE BEST BIDDER AND REJECTING ALL
OTHER BIDS, RATIFYING ALL ACTIONS OF THE STAFF
HERETOFORE TAKEN, AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.
90-6-19-7 TO DESIGNATE THE LOCATION OF THE PAYING
AGENT
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2. AMENDMENT TO THE $6.000.000 BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE OF THE SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (340.30)
written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Administra-
tive Services, forwarding a proposed amendment to the City's
Bond Anticipation Note in the amount of $6,000,000. The
amendment would change the due date from a date certain to
a due on demand and increase the amount of the note to
$9,540,378 in order to provide funding for the Capistrano
Valley High School gymnasium.
Approval of Amendment:
It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Director
Schwartze, and unanimously carried that the amendment to the
Bond Anticipation Note be approved. The Mayor and the
Agency's Executive Director were authorized to execute the
required documents.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES
1. HISTORIC DEPICTION PROGRAM - ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 88-8
(JOHNSON/YU) (610.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Planning
Services, forwarding the H`.storic Depiction Program for a new
rommercial retail center located at the terminus of Paseo
Mercado de Capistrano. The proposal consists of a ceramic
tile mural depicting scenes from the community's cultural
past and was approved by the Planning Commission, Cultural
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Arts and Heritage Commission, and the Architectural Board of
Review.
An example of the proposed mural was on display.
Approval of Historic Depiction Program:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried that the Historic Depiction
Program for AC 88-8 be approved, subject to the following
conditions:
(1) The mural shall be installed into the center within
three months of the approval of the Historic Depiction
Program by the City Council;
(2) Cliff swallows shall be shown in the mural; and
(3) The correct location of the Great Stone Church shall be
verified.
2. INITIATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE - ESTABLISH-
MENT OF EXTERIOR LIGHTING STANDARDS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL
PROJECTS; REVISION TO HOME OCCUPATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS;
DEVELOPMENT OF VEGETATIVE FUEL MODIFICATION PROGRAM; AND
MINOR CLARIFYING AMENDMENTS (460.30/420.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Planning
Services, recommending several amendments to the Municipal
Code.
Formal Initiation of Amendments:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze, and unanimously carried that formal consideration
be initiated for proposed amendments to the Municipal Code
for the following:
(1) Exterior lighting standards for non-residential pro-
jects;
(2) Revision to home occupation performance standards;
(3) Development of a vegetative fuel modification program
(which would require new developments to provide fuel
modification zones adjacent to grassland areas as a fire
protective measure from possible wildland fires); and
(4) Minor miscellaneous amendments to assist in clarifica-
tion of existing standards.
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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES QUAR-
TERLY RECREATION BROCHURE (COMMUNITY PUBLICATIONS NETWORK)
(600.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Director of Community
Services, recommending that the City enter into a three-year
contract with Community Publications Network for the publish-
ing of the Community Services Quarterly Recreation Brochure,
at a cost of $3,200 per quarter for fiscal year 1990-91.
Mr. Baker noted that the City's brochure had previously won
an award for excellence in the State of California.
Approval of Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried that the Agreement for
Brochure Services be approved for a three-year period in the
amount of $38,400.
ORDINANCE APPROVING REZONE 90-1 (CAPISTRANO BUSINESS CENTER/
SELIGMAN) (ADOPTION) (460.20/460.70)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the City Clerk, advising
that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of July 17,
1990, and was scheduled for adoption.
Adoption of Ordinance Approving Rezone 90-1:
The City Attorney 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 adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 671 APPROVING REZONE 90-1
(CAPISTRANO BUSINESS CENTERISELIGMAN) - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING REZONE 90-1 TO ESTABLISH
HEALTH CLUBS AS A CONDITIONAL USE IN THE ORTEGA
PLANNED COMMUNITY, COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
78-1, PLANNING SECTOR B-1
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
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ABSTAIN: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
ABSENT: None
Councilmen Friess and Schwartze abstained due to their
absence at the July 17, 1990, Council meeting.
COUNCILMANIC ITEMS
APPOINTMENT TO COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES (110.20
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Council Services
Manager, reporting that no new applications had been received
for advertised vacancies on the Mobile Home Park Review
Committee, Economic Development Commission, Los Rios Review
Committee, and the Planning Commission.
Economic Development Commission:
Council directed that appointments to Commission be tabled.
Los Rios Review Committee:
Mr. Julian noted the lack of applications for the Los Rios
Review Committee. Applications will continue to be received,
and citizens were urged to apply for the vacancy, which
requires residency or property ownership in the Los Rios
District.
Mobile Home Park Review Committee:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried that Francis Tipton be
appointed to the vacancy on the Mobile Home Park Review
Committee.
Planning Commission:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried that Diane Bathgate be
appointed to the vacancy on the Planning Commission.
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ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION AND DECLARATION OF VACANCY,
PLANNING COMMISSION (MARY JANE FORSTER) (110.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated August 7, 1990, from the Council Services
Manager, forwarding the letter of resignation.
Acceptance of Resignation/Declaration of Vacancy:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried to accept the resignation of
Mary Jane Forster from the Planning Commission and to declare
the position vacant. Staff was directed to prepare appropri-
ate documents to commend Ms. Forster for her community
service. The City Clerk was directed to post notices of the
vacancy and to advertise for applications for the position.
3. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. Southeast Regional Reclamation Authority (1040.60)
Councilman Buchheim noted the meeting scheduled for
August 9, 1990.
b. San Juan Basin Authority (1050.60)
Councilman Buchheim noted that the agency was in the
process of formulating and finalizing the agreement
among the four -member agencies; that the basin was being
evaluated for its holding capacity, well exploration,
and drilling; and that funding assistance was being
investigated. The County expressed interest in a dam
project for flood control.
C. League of California Cities (140.20
Councilman Schwartze noted his attendance at the
National Conference of Mayors and emphasized the
discussions held regarding recycling.
d. Integrated Waste Management Commission (810.10
Councilman Bland noted the meeting scheduled for
August 8, 1990. He discussed that negotiations were
continuing with the County regarding the relocation of
Solag Disposal to the Prima Descheca site and that
alternative sites were being discussed.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
1. RECOGNITION OF CITY RESIDENTS (610.401
Councilman Friess noted the article which appeared in the -
August 7, 1990, edition of The Los Angeles Times regarding
bike racer Jim Penseyres, a City resident, and it was the
consensus of Council that recognitions be prepared for
Mr. Penseyres and Indy car racers Roberto Guerrero and Dick
Simon, who are also City residents.
2. WATER CONSERVATION (1050.90)
Councilman Friess noted that the Water District's voluntary
goal of 10% reduction has almost been met and commended the
citizens for their efforts.
3. DREADNAUGHT REUNION PARADE - JULY 28. 1990 (580.50)
Councilman Buchheim noted his attendance at the barbecue for
Veterans of the American Legion and suggested that a letter
be written for the Mayor's signature commending Pat Forster
for his work on the event.
CLOSED SESSION
Council recessed to a Closed Session at 9:41 p.m. for discussion
of legal and property acquisition matters regarding the Kinoshita
property, the City Clerk being excused therefrom, and reconvened
at 9:15 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. to the next regular meeting date of
Tuesday, August 21, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber.
Respectfully submitted,
CHERYLJOHYSON, CITY CLERK
ATTEST:
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