85-0402_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting491
APRIL 2, 1985
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 Reverend
Larry Deutschman, Capistrano Valley Baptist Church.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor
Anthony L. Bland, Councilman
Lawrence F. Buchheim, Councilman
ABSENT: Phillip R. Schwartze, Mayor pro tem
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; John R. Shaw,
City Attorney; Robert G. Boone, Director of Administrative
Services; William D. Murphy, Director of Public Works; Thomas G.
Merrell, Director of Community Planning and Development; Cheryl
Johnson, Recording Secretary.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of March 19, 1985:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 19, 1985, be
approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Buchheim
that all Ordinances be read by title only. The motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
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PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. PRESENTATION OF ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT CANINE UNIT (606.1)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Senior Administrative
Assistant.
Captain Vito Ferlauto introduced Officer Heppert and a
German Shepherd named King, advising that the two were part
of the newest addition to the Sheriff's Department, which
consisted of five dog teams. Officer Heppert provided an
overview of King's background, capabilities and service to
the Department, and demonstrated King's response to various
commands.
2. RESOLUTION HONORING MAC McDOWELL (FIESTA ASSOCIATION
EL PRESIDENTE) (105.14)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Senior Administrative
Assistant, forwarding a Resolution honoring Mac McDowell,
who has been E1 Presidente of the Fiesta Association for the
past four years and who was named the first "Citizen of the
Year" by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce.
Adoption of Resolution:
Mayor Hausdorfer read the Resolution in full and it was
moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland
that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-4-2-1, HONORING MAC McDOWELL -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, HONORING MAC McDOWELL,
FIESTA ASSOCIATION EL PRESIDENTE
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
Mr. McDowell was present and joined Mayor Hausdorfer on the
podium to receive the Resolution as an expression of
Council's appreciation for his services to the community.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Bland
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,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (202.2)
The List of Demands dated April 3, 1985, Warrant Register
No. 85-101, in the total amount of $606,471.09, was approved
as submitted.
2. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF FUND CASH BALANCES (201.20)
The City Treasurer's Report of Fund Cash Balances as of
February 28, 1985, in the total amount of $71,693.66, was
approved as submitted.
3. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ACTIONS
The Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Secretary of the
Parks and Recreation Commission, regarding actions taken at
the meeting of March 18, 1985, was ordered received and
filed.
4. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES (CRESSLER) (402)
As set forth in the report dated April 2, 1985, from the
City Clerk, the Claim filed on March 18, 1985, by Attorney
B. K. Warner, on behalf of Charles and Betty Cressler, for
the sum for which he may become liable as a result of the
cross-complaint filed against him in the Superior Court for
the County of Orange, entitled Meredith Canyon Community
Association vs. Craiq Development Corporation, et al., was
denied and referred to the City Attorney.
5. APPLICATION FOR ROBERTI-Z'BERG BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS (COOK PARK) (209.1/703.5)
As set forth in the report dated April 2, 1985, and the
supplemental report dated April 2, 1985, from the Senior
Administrative Assistant, the following Resolution approving
an application for Roberti-Z'Berg Grant Funds was adopted:
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUA
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE ROBERTI-Z'BERG URBAN OPEN -SPACE
AND RECREATION PROGRAM - FOUNTAIN AND BLEACHERS (COOK
PARK ATHLETIC FIELDS)
The Resolution authorized the City Manager and City Attorney
to execute all documents. The application will request
funds in the amount of $10,532.
CI
5.4
As set forth in the report dated April 2, 1985, from the
Director of Community Services, the City Manager was
authorized to complete the Letter of Intent to Apply for
Senior Citizens Bond Act Funding in the amount of $13,000,
for improvements to the exterior of the Nydegger Building of
the Old Fire Station Recreation Complex. The improvements
would consist of a patio cover over the existing cement
slab, picnic tables and a barbecue.
CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - EXTRA WORK AND EXTENSION OF TIME,
CITY HALL REMODEL (MEANS AND ULRICH) (302.8)
As set forth in the report dated April 2, 1985, from the
Senior Administrative Assistant, Change Order No. 1, in the
amount of $392.80, for installation of vinyl tile in the
xerox room, was approved. A three-day extension of time to
April 18, 1985, was authorized.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES, SATURDAY, MAY 4, 1985
10 KM (6.2 MILES) RUN (705.1)
Proposal:
Intermittent closure of certain streets on Saturday, May 4,
1985, to insure safety of participants in the City's annual
10 KM run.
Applicant:
This was a City -initiated Public Hearing.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Community
Services, setting forth a new route for the annual event,
and advising that the Public Works Department and Orange
County Sheriff's Department will be working to provide a
safe and scenic route.
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Exhibits were on display depicting the proposed route and
the Director of Community Services made an oral report.
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 re -open at
any time.
Approval of Route and Street Closures:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland and unanimously carried to approve the 6.2 -mile route
and intermittent closing of the following streets between
7:30 a.m., and 9:15 a.m., on Saturday, May 4, 1985:
E1 Camino Real from Don Juan to Forster Street;
Forster Street from Camino Capistrano to E1 Camino
Real; and,
Acjachema Street from Camino Capistrano to La Matanza.
2. TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES, SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1985 -
UNITED STATES TRIATHLON SERIES - BICYCLE RACE (211.8)
Proposal:
Temporary closure of two locations on northbound Camino
Capistrano along the route of the "Short Course" Triathlon
bicycle event proposed to pass through the City on Sunday,
June 16, 1985, and sponsored by the United States Triathlon
Series. The route for the bicycle race through the City
will follow Camino Capistrano from the southerly City limits
to the northerly City limits, a distance of approximately
five miles.
Applicant:
United States Triathlon Series, P. O. Box 1438, Davis,
California.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding the request for a parade permit, the
proposed route, a Certificate of Insurance, and a traffic
plan proposal for the Dana Point, Laguna Niguel and San Juan
Capistrano areas. The report advised that a determination
had not been made regarding who will place the necessary
traffic control devices; but, it was recommended that a
$5,000 cash deposit be required to reimburse City costs
should the City bear the responsibility.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor
Hausdorfer opened the Public Hearing and the following
person responded:
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3.
(1) Nick Curl, Operations Manager, Southern California,
United States Triathlon Series, spoke in support of the
event and accompanying street closures.
There being no further response, Mayor Hausdorfer closed the
Hearing with the right to re -open at any time.
Approval of Street Closures:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the temporary
street and intersection closures along Camino Capistrano
from 6:30 a.m., to 9:30 a.m., on Sunday, June 16, 1985; and,
to approve issuance of a Parade Permit subject to receipt of
a $5,000 cash deposit.
FOR 23.1 ACRES
PERMANENT ZONING DISTRICT CONSISTENT WITH GENERAL PLAN
(318.5)
Proposal:
Review of a zone change request initiated by Council on
November 20, 1984, which would change the district
designation for approximately 23.1 acres in the
Aguacate/Sacarama Lane area from GM (Growth Management) to
EL(5) (Large Estate, minimum lot size five acres).
Applicant-
This was a City -initiated Public Hearing.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, advising that the recommendation
of approval was based upon development of adjacent areas,
the potential incompatibilities that could be created if
certain uses permitted within the GM District were
established, and the finding that the subject property had
been subdivided to its ultimate density as shown on the
General Plan. The report set forth land uses allowed under
current zoning which would be deleted, but advised that the
proposed designation allows keeping of horses and small
animal -raising as either an accessory or conditional use.
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 re -open at
any time.
Issuance of Negative Declaration:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to certify the issuance of
a Negative Declaration.
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Approval of Rezone 85-1:
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 Bland,
seconded by Councilman Buchheim that the following Ordinance
be introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 536, REZONE 85-1 (AGUACATE/SACARAMA AREA)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 293 BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF ASSESSOR'S
PARCEL NOS. 121-070-58, -59, -60, AND -61 FROM GM
(GROWTH MANAGEMENT) TO EL(5) (LARGE ESTATE, MINIMUM LOT
SIZE 5 ACRES)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
TITLE 9 - MINOR
Proposal:
Consideration of an amendment to the Municipal Code to allow
minor modifications to nonconforming uses in Special
(Precise Plan) Districts. Due to a proposal by Solag to
rebuild and improve a truck maintenance shed located in the
Los Rios area, an Urgency Ordinance was adopted on
January 22, 1985, to provide review procedures for minor
modifications during the interim period while alternative
regulations were studied. The amendment to the Municipal
Code, rather than the Los Rios Precise Plan, was recommended
to allow greater flexibility in dealing with other requests
for modifications.
Applicant:
This was a City -initiated Public Hearing.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, forwarding background information
and a recommendation of approval from the Planning
Commission.
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 re -open at
any time.
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Approval of Amendment to Title 9:
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 introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 537, AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE - PRECISE PLAN NONCONFORMING USES -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3, TITLE 9, OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING NONCONFORMING USES IN THE
SPECIAL (PRECISE PLAN) DISTRICT
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
1. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 535, REPEAL OF CHAPTER 7,
OF TITLE 5, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE - FORTUNE-TELLING (418.1)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the City Clerk, advising
that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of March
19, 1985, 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 Bland,
seconded by Councilman Buchheim that the following Ordinance
be adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 535, REPEAL OF CHAPTER 7, TITLE 5,
OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FORTUNE-TELLING -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER 7, "FORTUNE-TELLING," OF
TITLE 5, "PUBLIC WELFARE," OF THE SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO _
MUNICIPAL CODE
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
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RESOLUTIONS
1. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS -
MULTI -MODAL TERMINAL (309/808)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Senior Administrative
Assistant, forwarding a Resolution providing a range of
limitations which give the Sheriff's Department the
flexibility needed to provide proper enforcement of traffic
regulations in the Multi -Modal Terminal, pursuant to an
agreement between the City and the owners of the Capistrano
Depot, approved on January 22, 1985.
Establishment of Traffic Regulations:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-4-2-3, TRAFFIC REGULATIONS -
MULTI -MODAL TERMINAL - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO THE
MULTI -MODAL TERMINAL, A PUBLIC OFF-STREET PARKING
FACILITY
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
The Resolution authorized the City Traffic Engineer to cause
the appropriate signs to be placed and/or curbs to be
painted to provide notice of the "Conditions and
Regulations."
2. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FOR
SENATE BILL 244 GRANT FUNDS (VEREDA BIKEWAY)(209.1/704.4)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Senior Administrative
Assistant, advising that the City was a successful applicant
for Senate Bill 244 Grant Funds, which will be used to
complete the Vereda Bikeway from La Novia to Avenida Siega.
The report forwarded a Resolution accepting the grant funds
in the amount of $74,900; guaranteeing the match; and,
authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on
behalf of the City. Total construction cost was estimated
at $84,900; funding in the amount of $74,900 will be
provided by the State and $10,000 will be provided by the
City in fulfillment of the matching funds requirement.
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Authorization to Execute Contract Documents:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-4-2-4, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS - SENATE BILL 244 GRANT FUNDS
BIKEWAY) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FOR
SENATE BILL 244 GRANT FUNDS (VEREDA BIKEWAY)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
3. RESOLUTION SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 75 - LIMITING
DAMAGES AGAINST PUBLIC ENTITIES (411.1)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the City Attorney,
forwarding a Resolution supporting Senate Bill 75, which
would limit tort liability of government entities by doing
away with the "joint and several" liability rule with regard
to pain and suffering award. It would require each
co-defendant to be liable only for his/her degree of fault.
Supporting Senate Bill 75:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-4-2-5, SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 75 -
LIMITING DAMAGES AGAINST PUBLIC ENTITIES - A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 75 - LIMITING
DAMAGES
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bland, Buchheim,
and Mayor Hausdorfer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmen Friess and Schwartze
The City Clerk was directed to forward a certified copy of
the Resolution to Senator Marian Bergeson, Assemblyman Gil
Ferguson, and any other State Representatives as deemed
necessary.
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BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. PROPOSALS FOR TELEPHONE SERVICE (1107.1)
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of
Administrative Services, advising that in December,
1984, a short in the telephone system caused severe
damage to the switching equipment, causing the system
to be inoperative for approximately two days. Since
that time there have been major interruptions in
service and constant repairs. The report advised that
the equipment required to repair the system is outdated
and virtually unavailable and all efforts to locate and
provide the equipment needed have been exhausted. A
general upgrade of the telephone system was recommended
and compatible equipment, the Mitel SX -200 system, was
recommended by the City's current interconnect
maintenance company. The report requested that
pursuant to "emergency circumstances" allowed by
Municipal Code Section 3-4.306(h), normal bid
procedures not be followed. Proposals from Interline
and AT&T were included and a recommendation made to
approve the proposal submitted by Interline in the
amount of $33,700, charged to Account No. 01-4160-330.
(2) Proposal received March 29, 1985, from FirsTel for the
NEZX 2400 SIM system, in the amount of $48,775.90.
(3) Proposal Dated April 1, 1985, from Comtel, for the
Stromberg-Carlson Coss 60 system, in the amount of
$49,967.11, with a monthly lease cost of $1,074.89.
(4) Comparison of proposals and system features, dated
April 2, 1985, submitted by the Director of
Administrative Services.
The Director of Administrative Services made an oral report,
citing the proposals received and outlining features of the
recommended system.
Approval of Interline Proposal:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland to approve the proposal submitted by Interline in the
amount of $33,700, for acquisition of a ne Mitel SX -200
system with new multi -button key phones and to authorize a
budget amendment in the amount of $33,700 for the item. At
the suggestion of the City Attorney and with the concurrence
of the second, the motion was amended to include a finding
that this was an emergency situation. The motion carried
unanimously.
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RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 7:45 p.m., to convene the San Juan
Capistrano Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at
7:50 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. REVIEW OF ANNEXATION POLICY (110.3/401.1
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the City Manager, advising
that annexation inquiries have been made by residents of
various unincorporated County areas adjacent to the City and
forwarding the City's annexation policy, described as a
"nonagressive posture," established in April, 1975, by
Resolution No. 75-4,2,6. The report suggested that in light
of recent discussion and encouragement by County officials
regarding formation of new cities and annexation of
unincorporated areas to existing cities, as well as interest
expressed by residents, it would be timely and appropriate
to review annexation policies.
Review of Annexation Policy:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland and unanimously carried to direct the City Manager to
undertake a review of the City's annexation policy and to
submit a report to Council within 90 days.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
1. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION RE SOUND AND
PATIO WALLS, TRACT 12276 (WILLIAM LYON COMPANY)(316.1)
This item was continued from the meeting of March 19, 1985.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development, advising that differences
regarding the issues had been resolved and forwarding a
request from the William Lyon Company to withdraw the
appeal. _
Withdrawal of Appeal:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to accept the applicant's
request to withdraw the appeal.
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DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
1.
503
IONS - DEL OBISPO STREET
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, advising that detailed construction plans for the Del
Obispo Street/Camino del Avion Traffic Safety Project were
being prepared; that the project will provide ultimate
street improvements consisting of curb, gutter, sidewalk,
paving and landscaping on the southeast corner of the
intersection. The report advised that a 135 -foot retaining
structure along a portion of Del Obispo Street adjacent to
the existing row of mature Eucalyptus trees was provided at
a cost of approximately $33,000; however, the Arterial
Highway Financing Program Technical Staff indicated that the
retaining wall was not eligible for AHFP funding. The
report noted that were the structure not built, the trees
would be removed, additional slope easements would be
obtained, a compacted fill slope constructed, and additional
landscaping provided, at an estimated cost of $13,000; that
AHFP funding in the amount of $5,000 may or may not be
obtained to apply toward the fill slope. The report
recommended that the retaining structure be included in the
project design plans.
The Director of Public Works made an oral report and
Councilman Bland initiated discussion regarding the expense
involved to preserve trees that were on private property,
suggesting that methods of ensuring City control of the
trees be investigated, including possible acquisition of an
easement.
Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to continue the matter for
further input from staff regarding acquisition of an
easement or ensuring City control of the trees.
2. REQUEST TO INSTALL OVERHEAD UTILITIES (STORER
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding a request from Storer Cable Communications
to install overhead utilities to the Krum Hub Site; that
from the hub site to the existing pump station the cable
would be underground, and from La Novia to the pump station
the cable would be placed with the existing overhead SDG&E
poles. The report advised that the SDG&E poles were
scheduled to be removed as the Glendale Federal property
developed, and Storer Cable Communications had agreed to
underground their cable at that time, at their own expense.
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Approval of Request:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland and unanimously carried to approve the installation of
overhead utilities to the Krum Hub Site as specified in the
Storer Cable Communications letter dated March 7, 1985, with
the condition that the overhead lines be removed at such _
time that SDG&E places its facilities underground.
3. REOUEST TO OUITCLAIM STREET AND
4.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding a request from E. Fred Grether, Co -Owner
of the Capistrano Inn, to vacate a 60 -foot -wide easement
along their eastern property line. The report advised that
the easement was originally provided for access to the
property southerly of and below the Capistrano Inn; when the
Ortega Properties streets were improved the southerly
portion of the easement was vacated and, pursuant to an
approved development plan for the Gresham property, the
northerly portion is no longer necessary.
Public Hearing Scheduled:
It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to schedule a Public
Hearing on May 7, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of
considering the vacation of an easement for street and
highway purposes along the eastern property line of the
Capistrano Inn.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, recommending that an intensive analysis of San Juan
Creek be undertaken due to the substantial encroachment by
the extension of San Juan Creek Road and development of the
Lacouague property. The analysis would include sediment
transportation, erosion and hydraulic design. The proposed
work schedule, approved by Council on November 20, 1984, was
reviewed by two firms; upon approval of a budget amendment _
for the work, formal proposals will be requested from
qualified firms.
Approval of Budget Amendment:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland and unanimously carried to approve a budget amendment
in the amount of $50,000, from the General Fund Reserve to
Engineering Specialized Services, for the purpose of funding
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the Engineering Analysis for the San Juan Creek Floodplain
Specific Plan. Staff was authorized to receive proposals
for provision of the required services.
5. CITY CLEAN-UP WEEK, APRIL 15 - 19, 1985
(SOLAG DISPOSAL COMPANY) (905.2)
Written Communications:
Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of Public
Works, advising that the annual City Clean -Up Week was
scheduled for the week of April 15 through 19, 1985.
The Director of Public Works advised that news releases had
been forwarded to the press and Solag would be notifying
residential customers.
Designation of Clean -Up Week:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Bland and unanimously carried to designate the week of April
15 through 19, 1985, as the City's Annual Clean -Up Week.
COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES
PLANNING COMMISSION
1. REPORT OF ACTIONS (140.4)
The Report dated April 2, 1985, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, regarding actions taken
by the Planning Commission at their meeting of March 26,
1985, was ordered received and filed.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. GRAFFITI (420.1
Councilman Buchheim noted graffiti on the west wall of the
flood control bank under the bridge and on the market at
Alipaz Plaza. Councilman Bland noted graffiti appearing on
the market across from the Mission.
2. RAILROAD CROSSING - OLD SMITH PROPERTY
Councilman Buchheim advised that the railroad had determined
that the crossing at the old Smith property along Camino
Capistrano be abandoned or signalized at the farmer's
expense. He will monitor the situation and keep Council
informed.
3. TO DO LIST (102.106)
Councilman Bland requested a status report regarding slope
bonding and insurance which appears on the To Do List.
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4. SATELLITE ANTENNAS (322.6/202.1)
Councilman Bland noted receipt of a brochure regarding a
free satellite antenna workshop. The brochure was forwarded
to staff for review and contact with the company regarding
City regulations. _
5. BEAR BRAND RANCH - OFF-ROAD VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT
Councilman Bland advised that he had volunteered to meet
with the Homeowners Association and was advised that a
meeting had been scheduled and he would be notified.
6. PEPPERTREE BEND STREET CONDITIONS (912/316.1)
Councilman Bland noted some repairs had been made and was
advised that there was major work to be done and heavy
construction equipment continued to cause damage. A report
is to be prepared regarding the condition of the street,
work to be done, and assignment of responsibility for that
work.
7. STREET CLEANING - AVENIDA DE LA VISTA (309.4)
Councilman Bland was advised that staff had been working
with the Homeowners' Associations regarding a variety of
problems; Councilman Bland encouraged pursuit of a parking
prohibition on street cleaning days.
8. CODE ENFORCEMENT - ABATEMENT OF TRASH AND RUBBISH
(418.3/609)
Councilman Bland was advised that formal enforcement action
will begin against Jack Smith on Calle Ricardo, for
abatement of trash and rubbish.
9. "CITY DAY" AT SCHOOLS (118.1
Councilman Bland noted letters received from young people
regarding situations in the City; staff was directed to
approach the School District to offer the services of a
Councilman to give presentations, conduct a brief overview
of the General Plan, and to conduct a question and answer _
session.
10. MEETING ATTENDANCE (104.5
Councilman Bland advised he will be unable to attend the
next City Council meeting.
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11. RECOGNI
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Mayor Hausdorfer advised that Paul Archipley would be
leaving the Capistrano Valley News and expressed appreciation
for his service to the City. Matt Coltran, who will replace
Paul at the paper, was introduced.
12. REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES -
CIRCULAT
Citing a number of issues to be dealt with; i.e.,
circulation, flood control, agriculture preservation and
development interest, Mayor Hausdorfer stated a need to
review development activities in the Northwest area of the
City. Council concurred with his suggestion that a status
report be prepared for discussion at an adjourned meeting,
which might include the Planning Commission. Staff was
directed to make a recommendation for setting the meeting
date.
13. COMMENDATION - RECREATION BROCHURE (114.1/705.1)
Mayor Hausdorfer commended the Director and the Community
Services staff for the City's Recreation Brochure, advising
that at a meeting outside the City, the brochure had been
held as an example of activities and services to senior
citizens.
14. ORTEGA HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS (801.4/108.2)
Mayor Hausdorfer noted receipt of a letter from Caltrans
District Director Heinz Heckeroth, indicating a two-year
slippage to Fiscal Year 1988-89, for improvements to the
Ortega Highway.
15. PARKING SITUATION - ST. MARGARET'S SCHOOL (309.4)
Mayor Hausdorfer requested an update of the parking
situation.
CLOSED SESSION
Council recessed to a Closed Session at 8:27 p.m., for discussion
of personnel matters, the Deputy City Clerk being excused
therefrom, and reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:06 p.m., to the next regular meeting date of
Tuesday, April 16, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council
Chamber. _
ATTEST:
GA HAUSDORFER, MAYO
Respectfully submitted,
MARY ANN HANOVER, CITY CLERK
Cheryl Jolins94, Deputy'City'Cletk
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