89-0606_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting9
JUNE 6o 1969
REGULAR MEETING Or THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OB SAN JUAN CAPISTRANOr 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 Camy
Sullivan of the Baha'i Faith/Local Spiritual Assembly of San
Juan Capistrano.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor
Anthony L. Bland, Councilman
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
ABSENT: Lawrence P. Buchheim, Councilman
STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; Mary Ann
Hanover, City Clerk; John R. Shaw, City Attorney; George
Scarborough, Assistant City Manager; William D. Murphy, Director
of Public Works; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Community
Planning and Development; Thomas L. Baker, Director of Community
Services; Nancy Bernardi, Recording Secretary.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of May 16. 1989:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Friess,
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 16, 1989, be
approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Friess,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Schwartze
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
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It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Friess,
that all ordinances be read by title only. The motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
1. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING JULY 1989 AS PARKS & RECREATION
MONTH
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Services, forwarding the Proclamation and noting the
month's festivities.
Presentation of Proclamation:
After Mayor Hausdorfer read the Proclamation in full, it
was unanimously carried that July, 1989 be designated as
Parks & Recreation Month. The Proclamation was presented
to Pauline Leonard of the Parks & Recreation Commission by
the Mayor. The Mayor encouraged community involvement in
the July festivities and expressed appreciation to the
Parks & Recreation Commission and Tom Baker for their
efforts in the 4th of July celebration to be held at the
Marco Forster athletic fields.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. John Tattum, 31086 Via San Vicente, representing Friends
of Historic San Juan, spoke regarding the Sizzler's
obligation to restore its wall foundation. Mr. Tomlinson
noted that the City has been working with the Chambers
Group regarding the preservation of the adobe wall and
historic structures at the site and stated that he would
provide Mr. Tattum with specific information for this site
as well as the Plaza del Obispo site. Mayor Hausdorfer
requested that the Friends of Historic San Juan be kept
apprised of the situation.
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It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Friess,
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,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (300.30)
The List of Demands dated May 18, 1989, in the total amount
of $123,854.19, was approved as submitted.
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The City Treasurer's Report of Cash Fund Balances for the
months of September and October, 1988, in the total amounts
of $383,474.79 and $357,780.10, respectively, were approved
as submitted.
The Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, regarding actions taken
at the meeting of May 17, 1989, was ordered received and
filed.
The Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Senior Management
Assistant, regarding actions taken at the meeting of
May 23, 1989, was ordered received and filed.
5. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ACTIONS (920.20)
The Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Secretary of the
Parks and Recreation Commission, regarding actions taken
at the meeting of May 15, 1989, was ordered received and
filed.
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6. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS (440.401
The Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, regarding actions taken
at the meetings of May 17 and 23, 1989, was ordered
received and filed.
REPORT7. OF 1 TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONACTIONS
(590.20)
The Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Secretary of the
Traffic and Transportation Commission, regarding actions
taken at the meetings of May 10 and 24, 1989, was ordered
received and filed.
8. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 1989-90 APPROPRIATION LIMITATIONS
(330.20)
As set forth in the report dated June 6, 1989, from the
Director of Administrative Services, the following
Resolution was adopted establishing the 1989-90
appropriation limitations on the amount of proceeds from
taxes which may be appropriated for expenditures, in the
amount of $18,629,571:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-6-6-1. ESTABLISHING
APPROPRIATION LIMITS - 1989-90 FISCAL YEAR - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
APPROPRIATION LIMITS FOR 1989-90 FISCAL PERIOD
9. DENIAL OF CLAIM. BODILY INJURY (LORRAINE GREEN) (170.10)
The claim received by the City on May 4, 1989, from the
law offices of Hunt, Colaw & Roe, Inc. on behalf of
Lorraine Marie Green for an undetermined amount for
injuries sustained in a two -vehicle accident on Rancho
Viejo Road, was denied, as set forth in the report dated
June 6, 1989, from the City Attorney.
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10. DENTAL OF CLAIM. BODILY INJURY fCORINE STARKWEATHERI
(170.701
The claim received by the City on May 1, 1989, from Corine
Starkweather for an undetermined amount for injuries
sustained from a fall on a damaged sidewalk by the Depot
Restaurant, was denied, as set forth in the report dated
June 6, 1989, from the City Attorney.
11. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR CONTRIBUTION (CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE/
THOMAS AND MILDRED BALLARD) (170.701
The claim received by the City on April 20, 1989, from
M. Katherine Jenson, Esq. on behalf of Thomas B. and
Mildred L. Ballard for an undetermined amount for damage
to their property at 35141 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano
Beach, was denied, as set forth in the report dated June
6, 1989, from the City Attorney. Also served were the
Capistrano Valley Water District and the City of San
Clemente, which requested a contribution in the event a
judgment is rendered against Mr. and Mrs. Ballard.
12. • iAF 9784
(670,50)
As set forth in the Report dated June 6, 1989, from the
Director of Public Works, the 5 -foot portion of a 20 -foot
storm drain easement located on Lot 62 was quitclaimed to
Tamara Wert, the owner of Lot 62, Tract 9784. The Mayor
and City Clerk were authorized to execute the deeds for
recording.
As set forth in the Report dated June 6, 1989, from the
Director of Administrative Services, the following
Resolution was adopted to allow the City to file an
application for a Certificate of Consent to Self -Insure
for employee workers' compensation insurance coverage and
purchase the coverage through the Southern California
Joint Powers Insurance Authority (SCJPIA):
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AUTHORITY) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF _
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, TO
AUTHORIZE AND APPROVE SELF-INSURANCE OR WORKERS'
COMPENSATION FOR ITS EMPLOYEES THROUGH THE SELF-
INSURANCE AND LOSS POOLING PROGRAM OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY AND
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 87-6-16-6.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Proposal:
Consideration of a request for 542 residential units on
224 acres of Glenfed Areas C and D. Area C is proposed to
consist of 214 townhomes and 72 flats (stacked
condominiums), lakes, three golf course fairways, and two
recreation areas. Area D is proposed to consist of 256
detached single-family units and private park consisting
of 3.9 acres.
Applicant/Property Owner:
Glenfed Development Corporation
P.O. Box 1887
Encino, CA 91316
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, providing background, staff
analysis, Commission/ Board review, and a recommendation to
certify the Supplemental EIR and approve both tentative
tracts and area/composite developments plans for Areas C
and D, subject to conditions.
Staff Presentation/Comments:
Exhibits were on display, and Bill Cunningham, staff
consultant for the project, made an oral presentation
regarding the background, major issues, and staff -
recommendation. Mr. Tomlinson noted that the Construction
Mitigation Program for this project allows the City to
hire and administer a project enforcement officer, with
reimbursement to the City by Glenfed. Mr. Merrell
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explained that the requirement for Glenfed to extend La
Novia to the freeway is tied to the 401st certificate of
occupancy in Areas E and F because of the court mandated
settlement with Glenfed. Mr. Murphy noted that the
designs for the construction of the extension should be
available in about 4-6 weeks, with construction of the
extension to be completed in 12-18 months. He added that
bids had been received, and selection of appraisers will
be scheduled for the next Council meeting. Mr. Tomlinson
noted that the project's park would be considered a
neighborhood park.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor
Hausdorfer opened the Public Hearing, and the following
persons responded in favor of the proposed project:
(1) Louise Rice -Lawson, Vice President of Glenfed,
reviewed changes made to the plans subsequent to
suggestions and recommendations made by staff and
other boards and commissions. To mitigate potential
negative impacts of equipment repair on the site,
Ms. Rice -Lawson suggested that the maintenance yard
be located at the southernmost corner in Area D and
constructed lower than grading level, and that noisy
repairs be restricted to no later than 11:00 p.m.
(2) Mike Peak, Executive Vice President of Suket
Construction, Santa Ana, reviewed other developments
in the City and their noise mitigation measures.
Mr. Peak explained that if a vehicle were too large
to move to the maintenance yard for repair, it would
be repaired on site, but not at night if located near
a residence.
There being no further input, Mayor Hausdorfer closed the
public hearing, with the right to reopen at any time.
Council Discussion:
It was the consensus of the Council that staff and the
applicant give high priority to moving along the process
for the extension of La Novia as quickly as possible.
Councilman Friess expressed concern regarding parking in
driveways that are less than 19 feet and urged that a
solution to the potential problem of parking in those
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units be seriously considered when the parking plan comes
back for Planning Commission approval.
In regard to the Construction Mitigation Program, _
Mr. Merrell indicated that the hiring of the enforcement
officer would be approved by Mr. Murphy and himself.
It was the consensus of Council that priority be given for
a bicycle and equestrian trail system to link through the
project to the master trail system and that consideration
be given during master planning to deny or allow access to
the open space land.
Councilman Friess expressed concern regarding the amount
of trash apparent in the fill dirt, and Mr. Merrell
indicated that a soils report would monitor the
composition of the soil under the grading permit process.
Staff was directed to bring back the issue of affordable
housing for this project for Council review.
Regarding an inquiry as to the maintenance and water
quality control of the lakes, staff was directed to report
back to Council as to which agency(ies) has proper
authority and jurisdiction for the lakes.
Mayor Hausdorfer expressed the Council's appreciation for
the patience and planning work performed by Glenfed, and
thanked the boards and commissions for their valuable
input on this project.
Approval of Proiect:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Friess, that the following Resolutions be adopted, subject
to the following condition:
Regarding the Construction Mitigation Program for
Areas C and D, the maintenance yard is to be located
at the southernmost corner in Area D and constructed
lower than grading level, and that noisy repairs be
restricted to no later than 11:00 p.m. If a vehicle
were too large to be moved to the maintenance yard
for repair, it would be repaired on site, but not at
night if located near a residence. The Director of
Community Planning and Development was authorized to
establish stricter controls regarding noise,
lighting, access, and location of the maintenance
area.
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACTS OF VESTING TENTATIVE TRACTS 13436 AND
13437, AND ASSOCIATED AREA PLANS AND DEVELOPMENT
PLANS, AND CERTIFYING THE DRAFT SUPPLEMENTAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (GLENFED
DEVELOPMENT)
RESOLUTION NO. 89-6-6-4yAPPROVING VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 13436 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT
13436 (GLENFED DEVELOPMENT)
RESOLUTION NO 89-6-6-5 APPROVING VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 13437 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT
13437 (GLENFED DEVELOPMENT)
RESOLUTION NO. 89-6-6-6. APPROVING AREA PLAN/
COMPOSITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN - GLENFED PLANNING
COMMUNITY AREA C - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AREA PLAN/COMPOSITE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR GLENFED PLANNED COMMUNITY
AREA C
RESOLUTION NO 89-6-6-7. APPROVING AREA PLAN/
COMPOSITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN - GLENFED PLANNING
COMMUNITY AREA D - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AREA PLAN/COMPOSITE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR GLENFED PLANNED COMMUNITY
AREA D
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
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Proposal:
The first of four public hearings to review the fiscal
budget for the five years beginning July 1, 1989, and
ending June 30, 1994.
Written Communications:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Assistant City
Manager, noting the proposed increase in budget for the
expansion of community services and forwarding documents
outlining Operating Budget, Capital Improvement Program,
Community Redevelopment Agency, and Special Funds;
Memorandum dated June 2, 1989, from the Assistant City
Manager, describing the nine additional positions
recommended for inclusion in the 1989-90 budget.
Mr. Scarborough made an oral presentation, noting the
proposed expansion of community services to address the
impact of growth in the City, with a serious commitment
given to the hiking and equestrian trail system.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor
Hausdorfer opened the Public Hearing, and the following
persons responded:
(1) Mark Gilmore, 32297 Paseo Carolina, noted concern
among owners of retail property in the City regarding
the slow response time by the Sheriff's Department in
responding to some calls and requested assurance that
the patrol level will be maintained. The City
Manager noted that the City had not received any
complaints regarding slow response times. Mayor -
Hausdorfer asked that specific information regarding
the sheriff's response times be given to the City
Manager for a response back to Mr. Gilmore.
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In regard to the complaints Councilman Schwartze received
regarding the amount of time it takes to process building
permits through the Building Department, the City Manager
was directed to supply the Council with an analysis as to
the number of staff (both in-house and consultant)
allocated for dealing with the permits and plan checking,
number of permits, and revenues generated therefrom.
There being no further input, Mayor Hausdorfer closed the
public hearing, with the right to reopen at any time.
Continuation of Hearing:
The hearing was continued to Tuesday, June 13, 1989, at
7:00 p.m. at the Dance Hall.
Council recessed at 8:18 p.m. to convene the San Juan
Capistrano Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at
8:30 p.m.
CITY MANAGER
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Assistant City
Manager, recommending that a deposit be required with the
submittal of applications for gate -guarded communities,
pursuant to the adoption of the gate -guarded neighborhood
ordinance. An initial deposit of $500 was recommended by
staff.
Adoption of Resolution:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze, that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-6-6-8. ESTABLISHING FEE FOR
GATE -GUARDED NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN APPLICATION - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A
FEE FOR GATE -GUARDED NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
APPLICATIONS
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
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Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Assistant City
Manager, recommending that a replacement be appointed to
replace Mike Berns, who resigned from the ad hoc committee
for hillside development.
Deferral for Review:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried to refer this
item back to staff for further review.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
1. PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR CONSIDERING REVISION TO THE SIGN
REGULATIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (410.401
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, recommending that an advisory
committee be appointed by the City Council to review the
City's sign ordinance with regard to lighting, size and
location of signs, and new technology. It was recommended
that the committee include the City Manager, the Director
of Community Planning and Development, and representatives
from the Council, Planning Commission, and Architectural
Board of Review.
Mayor Hausdorfer suggested that a member of San Juan
Beautiful be added to the list of committee members.
Approval of Committee: _
It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman
Bland, and unanimously carried that the City Manager,
Director of Community Planning and Development, and a
member of the City Council, Planning Commission,
Architectural Board of Review, and San Juan Beautiful be
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appointed to an advisory committee to develop and submit
findings and recommendations on the sign provisions of the
Municipal Code regarding the following subjects:
(1) Illumination of signs, internal and external;
(2) Size and location of signs; and
(3) Review of new technology as it involves the
aesthetics of signs.
The report is to be submitted to the Council within 120
days, or by October 3, 1989.
Councilman Friess volunteered to serve on the committee as
the Council's representative.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLACK GRANT CONTRACTS - YEAR 14
(480.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, regarding the City's allocation
of $80,000 in Housing and Community Development Block
Grant funds for the Year 14, FY 1988-89, for improvements
to housing and public facilities which are of benefit to
low and moderate income persons. In order for the City to
utilize these funds, an operating agreement must be
entered into between the County of Orange and the City;
the City would then be reimbursed for the expenditures of
these projects by the County's HCD office.
Approval of Agreements:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute the 14th Year CDBG
Operating Agreements.
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, recommending continuation of
certain consulting services to assist in the review of
development applications for the Community Planning
Division. Actual costs for these services will be borne
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by the individual project applicants in accordance with
the fee deposit system.
Approval of Contracts: -
It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman
Bland, and carried by a 3-0 vote that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute the consultant service
contracts for Castaneda and Associates (Bill Cunningham)
in the amount of $40,000, Lawrence Associates (Larry
Lawrence/Duane Morita) in the amount of $40,000, and Urban
Design Studio (Mark Brodeur/Martha Dale) in the amount of
$75,000. Councilman Schwartze abstained.
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Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, recommending that the contract
for Howard Larnard as Interim Development Services
Administrator be continued for an additional sixteen weeks
(from June 6 to October 3, 1989) until recruitment for the
permanent position is completed. Funds for the
continuation will be derived from the position's normal
salary, which can be supplemented later, if necessary.
Approval of Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Bland, and unanimously carried that the
Consultant Agreement to retain Howard Larnard as Acting
Development Services Administrator be approved from
June 6, 1989, to October 3, 1989. The Mayor and City
Clerk were authorized to execute the agreement on behalf
of the City.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Director of Public
Works, noting where increases have taken place for
wastewater activities at the SERRA plant and the breakdown
of the City's total SERRA budget allocation for 1989-90 in
the amount of $910,158.
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Mr. Murphy indicated that the overall budget is up and
that the City's allocation is anticipated to decrease.
Approval of Budgets:
It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman
Friess, and unanimously carried that the SERRA Budgets for
1989-90 be approved, and that the City's proportionate
share for the General Fund of $8,198, PC M2 of $728,010,
PC #2R of $127,700, and PC #5 of $46,250 be adopted.
Staff was authorized to make the appropriate allocations
within the Sewer Enterprise Fund.
1. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE - DRINKING IN PUBLIC
(ADOPTION) (585.151
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the City Clerk, advising
that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of May
16, 1989, 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
Friess, seconded by Councilman Schwartze, that the
following Ordinance be adopted:
ORDINANCE NO, 647, AMENDING TITLE 5 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT DRINKING OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES IN PUBLIC AND ADDING REGULATIONS
REGARDING URINATION AND HUMAN WASTE - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3 "BEVERAGES" OF
TITLE 5 "PUBLIC WELFARE" AND ADDING SECTION
5-8.23 "URINATION AND HUMAN WASTE" TO CHAPTER 8
"LITTER" OF TITLE 5 "PUBLIC WELFARE" OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Bland,
Friess, and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Buchheim
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Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Senior Management
Assistant noting the resignation of Marlene Draper from
the Equestrian Commission and requesting that the vacancy
be filled.
Acceptance and Declaration of vacancy:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Friess, and unanimously carried that the
resignation of Marlene Draper from the Equestrian
Commission be accepted and that her position be declared
vacant effective June 6, 1989. Staff was authorized to
advertise for the vacancy and prepare the appropriate
documents to commend Ms. Draper for her community service.
2. lANNUALCOMMISSIONS(110.20)
Written Communication:
Report dated June 6, 1989, from the Senior Management
Assistant, regarding the annual review of commission and
board appointments and forwarding a list of current
appointees, their appointment dates, and active
applications on file for each respective commission or
board.
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Friess, and unanimously carried that Councilmen
Friess and Schwartze review and make recommendations for
consideration at the meeting of July 18, 1989. It was
noted that there were name of people listed as active who
were already serving on a board or commission.
3. ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. San Juan Basin Authority (1050.60)
Councilman Bland noted that a recommendation
regarding the holding capacity was scheduled for
presentation at the next meeting of June 20, 1989.
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b.
Councilman Schwartze noted the meeting scheduled for
Thursday, June 8, 1989, addressing legislation of
importance to the City. He added that the 20 -year
plan regarding sales tax might be addressed at the
Council meeting of July 18, 1989.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilman Bland noted that he recently received
correspondence from the Agency regarding the possibility
of extensive flooding in the Santa Ana River because the
100- and 200 -year flood levels have not yet been met and
that Orange County cities join the Agency to prevent this
from happening at a cost of $1,400 per city. It was the
consensus of Council that consideration of the City
joining the Agency be put on the agenda. Mr. Murphy was
directed to work with the Flood Plain Management Committee
to report back on the most appropriate procedure to ensure
that the City's efforts are not diluted.
NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACT (430.45)
Councilman Bland noted the introduction of the National
Affordable Housing Act this year by Senator Cranston to
allow first-time homebuyers the chance to purchase a home
by using IRA funds without tax penalties and suggested
that the City write a response of support for this
legislation.
PPRECIATION TO S
Councilman Bland noted receipt of a letter of appreciation
for the Planning Department staff for their efforts in
City planning.
SIGNS (HEALTHPARK) (420.40)
Councilman Friess noted the illegal signs at the
Healthpark location, and Mr. Merrell advised that code
enforcement action was being taken.
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Councilman Friess suggested that the curbside recycling
program be brought back for Council consideration. it was -
noted that the Seniors were already involved with
recycling, as well as newspaper pickup offered by Solag.
Councilman Bland noted test programs currently under way
in other cities. The City Manager was directed to place
this item on a future agenda for information purposes and
that a press release be issued advertising the Seniors'
and Solag's existing recycling programs.
Councilman Bland noted the large balloon over the June 3
weekend at the Capistrano Pointe apartments.
Council recessed to a Closed Session at 8:59 p.m. for
discussion of personnel matters, the City Clerk being excused
therefrom, and reconvened at 9:55 p.m.
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:55 p.m. to Tuesday, June 13, 1989, at 7:00
p.m. in the San Juan Hot Springs Dance Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
ATTEST:
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