90-1016_CC_Minutes_Regular MeetingOCTOBER 16, 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
7:02 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Pastor Danny
Letzinger of the Capistrano Valley Church.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor
Lawrence F. Buchheim, Councilman
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
ABSENT: Anthony L. Bland, Councilman
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; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Planning
Services; Thomas L. Baker, Director of Community Services; Nancy
Bernardi, Recording Secretary.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of October 2. 1990:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Friess, that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 2,
1990, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Bland
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried that all Ordinances be read by
title only.
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PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 14 THROUGH OCTOBER 20, 1990,
AS "ENDING HUNGER WEEK" (610.40)
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the City Clerk,
forwarding the Proclamation.
Presentation of Proclamation:
Mayor Hausdorfer read the proclamation in full and with the
consensus of Council declared the weed of October 14 - 20,
1990, as Ending Hunger Week. Pauline Leonard, member of the
South Orange County Coordinating Council of Community
Services was present to receive the proclamation.
2. PRESENTATION ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DEPUTY OF
THE YEAR ROBERT BOLLONG (610.40)
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Assistant City
Manager, announcing the selection of Deputy Robert
Bollong as the City's Deputy of the Year, the first of
an annual presentation which recognizes performance
excellence within the City's Police Services;
(2) Letter dated October 12, 1990, from Lt. Dan Martini of
Police Services forwarding the nomination of Deputy
Bollong by his supervisors.
Acceptance of Commendation:
Mayor Hausdorfer presented the commendation to Deputy Bollong
and expressed appreciation for his dedication and work for
the City.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 90-6 (STEVENS/SCHRENK) (440.25)
Joan Scarantino, 27441 Ortega Highway, submitted a petition
in opposition to proposed General Plan Amendment 90-6
(Stevens/ Schrenk) to rezone property located on the north
side of Ortega Highway and La Novia Avenue from Small Estate
to General Commercial. The petition, which was signed by
over 300 residents who would be directly affected by the
rezone, was also submitted to the Planning Commission at its
meeting of October 9, 1990.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Friess, 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, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Bland
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (300.30)
The List of Demands dated October 4, 1990, in the total
amount of $855,707.93, was approved as submitted.
CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS (350.30)
The City Treasurer's Report of Investments as of
September 30, 1990, in the total amount of $14,575,000.00,
was approved as submitted.
3. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS (440.40)
The Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of
Planning, regarding actions taken at the meeting of
October 9, 1990, was ordered received and filed.
4. REPORT OF TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ACTIONS
(590.201
The Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Interim Director
of Engineering and Building, regarding actions taken at the
meeting of September 26, 1990, was ordered received and
filed.
5. DENIAL OF CLAIM (LAUREL C. NOUR)a70.10
The claim received by the City on September 6, 1990, from the
law firm of Ric C. Ottaiano, Lynberg 1, Watkins, on behalf of
Laurel Nour, in the amount of $2,000,000 for property damage
in a soils subsidence case on Fox Run Lane in the Hunt Club,
was denied, as set forth in the report dated October 16,
1990, from the City Attorney.
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6. DENIAL OF CLAIM (HOWARD HARRIS) U 0._121
The claim received by the City on September 26, 1990, from
the law firm of R. Q. Shupe, on behalf of Howard O. Harris,
for bodily injuries allegedly sustained on June 23, 1990, due
to a collision with an illegally parked trailer on San Juan
Creek Road, was denied, as set forth in the report dated
October 16, 1990, from the City Attorney.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PROPOSED REZONE NO 89-05 SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 90-
01, GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN NO 89-01 RIDGELINE EXCEPTION
NO 90-01 AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 90-02
(CONCORDE DEVELOPMENT) (460.20/410.50/440.50/420.30)
Proposal:
Consideration of the following three separate land use
applications and Final Environmental Impact Report for a 99 -
acre site located at the northerly terminus of Camino Las
Ramblas:
(1) a request to rezone the project site from the GM (Growth
Management) District) to PD (Planned Development)
District, and adoption of specific development
regulations for the proposed project;
(2) adoption of a residential concept plan for 83 single-
family detached parcels for calendar years 1991 and
1992; and
(3) approval of an exception to the Ridgeline Grading
provisions of the Code to allow grading within 200 feet
of a General Plan designated ridgeline.
Applicant: Property Owner
Concorde Development Mr. Morris Misbin
19752 MacArthur Blvd., Su. 240 33901 Calle Borrego
Irvine, CA 92715 San Juan Capistrano 92675
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of Planning
detailing the reasons for staff's recommendation to deny the
land use applications and certify the Environmental Impact
Report, along with the applicant's position and the
recommendations of the Planning Commission.
Mr. Merrell pointed out that many of the conflicts between
staff and the applicant regarding the proposed plan were not
worked out prior to being presented to the Council. He
stated that the applicant found it difficult to comply with
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City standards and still satisfy his economic requirements,
which resulted in extensive grading and landform alteration.
Council was asked to provide direction to the applicant.
Mr. Haselton, SWA Group, Project Manager and Planning
Consultant for the project, presented the staff report and
a slide presentation, which included a Slope Analysis Map and
Slope Contour Map illustrating the steepness of the site's
terrain, a Post -Project Contour Map showing the appearance
of the site upon completion of the proposed project, and
photographic examples of homes constructed into hillsides
without utilizing the stilt foundation concept. Other
exhibits were also on display, including a scale model of the
project.
Mr. Haselton indicated that staff could not support the
proposed project because of its conflicts with the Open
Space/Conservation and Community Design Elements of the
General Plan, Hillside Management District, and objections
raised by the Connemara residents. In addition, due to the
major issues involving aesthetics and extensive landform
alteration, staff also recommended that a Statement of
Overriding Considerations be provided by the applicant.
Mr. Haselton explained the problems with developing this site
where the majority of the slopes are over 25% and many over
50%. Alternative plans provided by staff and the EIR were
reviewed, which were rejected by the applicant.
Ms. Tamara Ching, Environmental Consultant from Willdan
Associates, preparer of the Environmental Impact Report for
the proposed project, explained the conclusions reached in
the Report --that the proposed project would generate
significant and unavoidable adverse impacts with landform
alteration and aesthetics. Noted were the guidelines set
forth in the City's Open Space and Conservation Element of
the General Plan and the Ridgeline Grading and Construction
Ordinance with which the proposed project did not comply.
Lynn Dosheery, Land Use Manager, explained the discussions
held by the Planning Commission regarding the proposed
project at workshops held in the summer of 1989 and October
1990. At the Planning Commission public hearing held on
September 11, 1990, the Commission felt that the proposed
project and a reduced -density alternative were not in
conformance with the General Plan and offered the applicant
two choices at that meeting: 1) for the Commission to
continue the item and have the applicant bring back a revised
plan which would conform with specific development
parameters, or 2) for the Commission to recommend to the City
Council certification of the Environmental Impact Report and
denial of the proposed project. The applicant chose to have
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Council review the item. At the September 11 hearing, the
Commission clearly stated that any project submitted should
focus on preserving major permanent knolls and ridgelines,
with a more sensitive approach to preserving the steep
hillsides.
Ms. Dosheery indicated that the alternative in Exhibit A of
PC Resolution No. 90-9-11-2, although not approved by the
Commission, was included in the proposed Council Resolution
to illustrate one possible design approach which was deemed
to be consistent with General Plan goals and policies. Since
the September Planning Commission meeting, the geotechnical
firm of Shaeffer, Dixon & Associates reviewed other possible
alternatives and did not preclude the construction of stepped
foundations for this site.
Wyatt Hart, Chairman of the Planning Commission, referred to
a letter received by him dated October 10, 1990, from the law
firm representing the applicant, confirming the Commission's
actions at the hearing of September 11 and statements made
by the Commission during the Oral Communications portion of
the September 25, 1990, regular meeting. He felt that the
following clarifications needed to be made with regard to the
conclusions reached by the applicant:
(1) The Commission did not endorse construction on 2:1
slopes but did discourage the use of stilt/cantilevered
foundations.
(2) The Minutes of the September 25, 1990, meeting noted the
Commission's request to inform the Council of its
concerns via the minutes and the staff report for this
meeting, not by memorandum.
(3) The Commission did not approve the alternative mentioned
in the adopted PC Resolution, only that it had
possibilities.
Mr. Merrell concluded the staff presentation by indicating
that the applicant's design is driven by a specific number
of units and the economic need to balance cut and fill. He
noted that the alternative of detached housing had not yet
been explored and suggested that the applicant work with
staff to mitigate some of the adverse impacts.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Hausdorfer
opened the Public Hearing, and the following persons
responded:
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(1) Dennis Gage, applicant, President of Concorde
Development, stated that their objective was to create
a quality project comparable with the adjacent Connemara
development.
(2) Dennis Nelson, Director of Planning for Concorde
Development, stated that the site is self-contained and
invisible to the general community. After reviewing two
other alternatives, he requested that Council consider
the applicant's Exhibit W alternative, which he felt
would be feasible. This 76 -unit plan is similar in
concept to the reduced -density alternative proposed in
the EIR, would reduce the amount of cut required, and
would remain outside of the 200 -foot buffer zone. He
noted the extensive amount of grading and fill required
to extend Camino Las Ramblas and stated that Alternative
W would also allow for a partial extension of the
roadway through to the proposed 900 -acre City park. He
stated that the City's guidelines and policies are
subjective and submitted a comparative analysis of the
proposed project and two of its alternatives with other
approved and completed City projects (Connemara,
Lacouague Ranch, and Marbella), emphasizing the
percentage of site altered and the volume of earthwork
required.
(3) Steve Castleberry, 33761 Ross Common, president of the
Connemara Homeowners Association representing 80 homes,
asked that the City not lower its aesthetic standards
in order to comply with the proposed project and
recommended that the Council deny the project.
(4) Phillip Weisberg, 31196 Via San Vicente, felt that
development of the site may not be feasible and that the
City should not compromise its policies to economically
accommodate an applicant.
There being no further input, the public hearing was declared
closed.
Council Discussion:
Councilman Buchheim stated that the City needs to further
evaluate its intentions regarding the proposed 900 -acre park
and the extension of Camino Las Ramblas with regard to the
General Plan road system. He opposed the proposed project's
density and any invasion of a designated ridgeline. He felt
that the project should not be totally denied but be allowed
to be brought back with revisions.
Councilman Friess stated that he could not approve the
proposed project because of its non-compliance with City
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policies and recommended that the proposed project be denied
and the EIR certified. He suggested that the applicant work
creatively with staff in order to comply with policies
outlined in City ordinances. He also suggested that the
impact to the City of extending Camino Las Ramblas be studied
with regard to development in the area.
Councilman Schwartze stated that the proposed project was not
acceptable to the City and expressed opposition to the use
of stilt and stepped foundations. He made the following
suggestions/comments:
(1) A different grading program should be submitted.
(2) Any proposal should protect designated ridgelines and
the 200 -foot buffer zone.
(3) The extension of Camino Las Ramblas should be included.
(4) A number of units could be eliminated southeast of
Camino Las Ramblas which would reduce the project's
density but continue to allow construction of single-
family homes.
(5) Expressed opposition to a clustered or attached -unit
plan.
(6) Until a feasible plan is presented to the Council, he
suggested that certification of the EIR not be
considered.
Mayor Hausdorfer stated that the proposed project is
unacceptable and was presented to the Council prematurely.
He expressed opposition to any project that would encroach
into the 200 -foot buffer zone and requested that the density
be reduced.
continuation of Hearing:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze and seconded by
Councilman Buchheim and unanimously carried that:
(1) the project be rejected as proposed;
(2) the Environmental Impact Report not be certified; and
(3) that the hearing be continued for 30 days (to the
meeting of November 20, 1990), with an extension allowed
if necessary and requested by staff.
In addition, the applicant was directed to work with staff
to redesign the plan as follows:
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(1) all designated ridgelines are to be protected;
(2) no encroachment is to occur within the 200 -foot buffer
zone,
(3) the density is to be reduced.
(4) the advantages and disadvantages of extending Camino Las
Ramblas are to be addressed, with particular regard to
the 900 -acre open space area, i.e. amount of dirt
required to build the roadway, the merits of its
extension vs. open space and the proposed development.
(5) the revised project is to be submitted for Planning
Commission review, before or after Council review, at
staff's discretion.
Councilman Friess suggested that staff study other
alternatives for constructing the extension of Camino Las
Ramblas; e.g., an elevated structure that would require less
fill material.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 8:45 p.m. and reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (CONTINUED)
2. AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE:
a.
(460.30)
Proposal:
Consideration of an amendment to Section 9-3.614
(Lighting) of the Municipal Code to include design and
performance standards for non-residential developments
(commercial, industrial, etc.) including intensity,
height of exterior light fixtures, wattage, type of
fixtures, shielding, and the review process.
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of
Planning, forwarding a revised lighting section to the
Municipal Code that provides specific design and
performance standards, and includes amendments to
several provisions of the residential section to provide
clarification of standards.
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b.
Standards (420.30)
Proposal:
Consideration of amendments to various sections of Title
9 of the Municipal Code regarding Fences, Walls, and
Hedges (9-3.604), Swimming Pools, Whirlpools, and Spas
(9-3.606), Accessory Uses and Structures (9-3.607),
Outside Storage and Displays (9-3.616), Tree Removals
(9-3.618), Mobile Home (MHP) District (9-3.408), and
Building Projections - Side Yards (Development
Standards) (9-3.424(b)(13).
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of Planning,
forwarding descriptions of the revisions to Title 9, Chapter
3 of the Municipal Code.
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.
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
Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, that the
following Ordinance be introduced establishing revised
exterior lighting standards:
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE ADDING EXTERIOR LIGHTING STANDARDS FOR NON-
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
9-3.614 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD EXTERIOR
LIGHTING STANDARDS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Bland
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Anvroval of Miscellaneous Amendments:
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
Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Buchheim, that the
following ordinance be introduced:
ORDINANCE. AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE -
MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS RELATIVE TO FENCES,
SWIMMING POOLS, OUTSIDE STORAGE, TREE REMOVALS AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
MISCELLANEOUS SECTIONS TO TITLE 9 "LAND USE" OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO FENCES, SWIMMING POOLS,
OUTSIDE STORAGE, TREE REMOVALS AND DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Councilmen Schwartze, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
None
Councilman Bland
Council recessed at 8:58 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano
Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 9:02 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
OFF -AGENDA ITEM - DISPOSITION OF AGENCY ASSETS - STONEHILL DRIVE
EXTENSION (820.20)
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried to find that this item was
not available prior to publishing of the Council agenda and
consideration was necessary at this time.
The City Manager noted that a small parcel (approximately
1,438 square feet) located in the right-of-way on a portion
of the Rosan Ranch property off Stonehill Drive had
inadvertently not been acquired by the County of Orange for
the extension of Stonehill Drive. In order to hasten the
process for the County and to keep the project on track by
complying with federal acquisition and appraisal
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requirements, the City Manager recommended that a fee title
grant be approved for slope, drainage, and temporary
construction easements for this parcel. The Community
Redevelopment Agency will receive $4,400 from the County for
this acquisition.
Granting of Fee Title:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried to approve granting of fee
title to the County of Orange for Agency -owned property
located in the lower Rosan Ranch in the Stonehill Drive
extension right-of-way.
Authorization to Execute Disposition Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried to approve execution of the
Disposition Agreement by the Agency Chairman and the
Executive Director.
(910.50)
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Senior Management
Assistant, recommending that the City apply for participation
in the Certified Local Government Program through the State
Office of Historic Preservation, which encourages the
preservation of significant cultural resources by promoting
a partnership between local governments and the state. If
the City elects to participate, it would be eligible for
additional grant funding through the State's share of Federal
Historic Preservation funds.
Jennifer Williams, Senior Management Assistant, made an oral
presentation.
Authorization to Participate in Program:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, that the following Resolution be adopted authoriz-
ing the City's participation in the Certified Local Govern-
ment program:
RESOLUTION NO 90-10-16-1 LOCAL GOVERNMENT
HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
PARTICIPATION IN THE CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT
HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Buchheim,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Bland
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES
1. STATUS REPORT ON NEW DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS (440.10)
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of Planning,
advising that two new development applications were received
by the City since the last report of September 18, 1990.
The report was received and filed.
Councilman Friess noted that the installation of lights at
the Hoffman Stables had begun and requested that staff review
compliance with the originally -approved Conditional Use
Permit. In addition, he noted that weekend grading and
dumping of dirt was still occurring without the City's
permission at this location.
2. INITIATION OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 90-07 AIR QUALITY
ELEMENT (440.25_)
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Director of Planning,
forwarding a draft Air Quality Element to the City's General
Plan setting forth a comprehensive approach to ensuring
compliance with the regional Air Quality Management Plan.
Initiation of Amendment to General Plan:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried that consideration of an
amendment to the City's General Plan for inclusion of an Air
Quality Element be initiated. This action allows the formal
public review and hearing process to begin.
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ORDINANCES
1.
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the City Clerk, advising
that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of
October 2, 1990, and was scheduled for adoption.
Adoption of Ordinance:
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 Friess, that the following Ordinance
be adopted:
ORDINANCE NO 674 APPROVING REZONE 89-6 (HINDIYEH)
- AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REZONE FOR 1.86 ACRES OF
LAND IDENTIFIED AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 650-302-12
FROM ES (SMALL ESTATE) DISTRICT TO 70 RS 20,000
(SINGLE FAMILY) DISTRICT (HINDIYEH)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMANIC ITEMS
Councilmen Buchheim, Friess,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
None
Councilman Schwartze
Councilman Bland
1. APPOINTMENT OF ONE MEMBER TO THE TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION (110.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated October 16, 1990, from the Council Services
Manager, recommending that the vacancy on the Traffic and
Transportation Commission be filled. Nine applications were
received.
Appointment of Commissioner:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim, and unanimously carried that Sheldon Cohen be
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appointed to the vacancy on the Traffic and Transportation
Commission.
2. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. Southeast Regional Reclamation Authority (1040.60)
Councilman Buchheim noted that the agency was in the
process of bringing Capistrano Beach into the SERRA
plant on a temporary basis.
b. San Juan Basin Authority (1050.60)
Councilman Buchheim stated that the agency was moving
forward with its water disposition agreement.
C. San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor (800.50)
Mayor Hausdorfer encouraged attendance at the public
hearing on the Environmental Impact Report on Monday,
October 29, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. at Laguna Hills High
School.
d. League of California Cities (140.20)
Councilman Schwartze noted
convention would be hosted by the
October 21 through 24, 1990, in
COUNCIL COMMENTS
1. POLITICAL SIGNS (410.40)
the League's annual
Orange County Division
Anaheim.
Councilman Schwartze requested that staff review regulations
regarding placement of political signs, particularly ones
being nailed onto trees. The City Manager advised that in
light of recent Supreme Court decisions the City Attorney had
prepared guidelines for placement of signs. He noted that
these signs are permitted in the public right-of-way but
cannot destroy public property or impose a safety hazard.
CLOSED SESSION
Council recessed to a Closed Session at 9:13 p.m. for discussion
of personnel matters and property acquisition matters relating to
Kinoshita Farms, the City Clerk being excused therefrom, and
reconvened at 10:02 p.m.
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There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 10:02 p.m. to the next regular meeting date of
Tuesday, November 6, 1990, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council
Chamber.
Respectfully submitted,
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