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83-0301_CC_Minutes_Regular MeetingMARCH 1, 1983 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 Buchheim at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Pastor Dirk Van Proyen, Coast Bible Church. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Lawrence F. Buchheim, Mayor Anthony L. Bland, Mayor Pro tem Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman Gary L. Hausdorfer, Councilman Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; Bob Boone, Acting Assistant City Manager/Director of Administrative Services; William D. Murphy, Director of Public Works; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Community Planning and Development; James S. Okazaki, City Attorney; Cheryl Johnson, Deputy City Clerk/ Recording Secretary. MINUTES Regular Meeting of February 15, 1983: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Bland that the Minutes of the regular meeting of February 15, 1983, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Friess ABSENT: None MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Bland that all Ordinances be read by title only. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: None -1- 3/1/83 910 PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS 1. SAN JUAN SENIORS' SOFTBALL TEAM (ORANGE COUNTY SOFTBALL LEAGUE) (36) Council received copies of a report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Recreation, advising that the San Juan Capistrano Seniors' Softball Team took first place in the Orange County Municipal Athletic Association Senior Softball League. Coach Mike Madigan was present and Mayor Buchheim presented the first place tem trophy, commending Mr. Madigan for his work with the senior program activities. Mr. Madigan thanked the City for its support and presented the trophy to the Director of Recreation as an expression of appreciation for his efforts. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer that the staff recommendations be accepted for the following items listed on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: None 1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (41) The List of Demands dated March 1, 1983, Warrant Register No. 83-091, in the total amount of $255,590.51, was approved as submitted. 2. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF FUND CASH BALANCES (41) The City Treasurer's Report of Fund Cash Balances as of January 31, 1983, was approved as submitted. 3. REPORT OF CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1983 (23) The Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Secretary of the Cultural Heritage Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting of February 24, 1983, was ordered received and filed. 4. REPORT OF EQUESTRIAN COMMISSION ACTIONS OF FEBRUARY 14, 1983 (23) The Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Secretary of the Equestrian Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting of February 14, 1983, was ordered received and filed. -2- 3/1/83 5. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OF v 1 FEBRUARY 22, 1983 (62) The Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Secretary of the Parks and Recreation Commission, regarding actions taken at the meeting of February 22, 1983, was ordered received and filed. 6. REPORT OF TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETINGS OF VVUDTTADV 0 AAM VVn DTTADV 01 1 001 (23) The Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Secretary of the Traffic and Transportation Commission, regarding actions taken at the meetings of February 9 and 23, 1983, was ordered received and filed. 7. CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES (SIRCHIE) (35) The Claim in the approximate amount of $10,000, filed on January 21, 1983, by Attorney Robert E. Boehmer on behalf of Denise Sirchie, for injuries allegedly sustained from a fall on the Capistrano Depot premises, was denied and referred to the City's Claims Adjuster, Carl Warren Insurance, as set forth in the report dated March 1, 1983, from the City Clerk. 8. CLAIM FOR CUSTOM ADDRESS MARKERS, TRACT 9784 CONNEMARA (35) The Claim received from Moreland Development Company in the (85) amount of $7,962.70, for custom address markers in Tract 9784 (Connemara -by -the -Sea) was referred to the City Manager for investigation prior to action by the City Council, as set forth in the report dated March 1, 1983, from the City Manager. 9. SEWER CONNECTION AGREEMENT, LOS RIOS AREA (MOULTON-NIGUEL/SANTA MARGARITA WATER DISTRICTS) (38) As set forth in the report dated March 1, 1983, from the (80) Senior Administrative Assistant, the Agreement with the Moulton -Niguel and Santa Margarita Water Districts to allow connection of a sanitary sewer to the Oso-Trabuco Trunk Sewer, owned by the two Districts, was approved and the City Manager and City Clerk authorized to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City. The sewer will serve the Little Hollywood area of the Los Rios District; design and construction funding was provided in the Housing and Community Development Block Grant. The report advised that $113,100 was budgeted for the project; and, the two water districts will be compensated by a sewer connection fee of $600 per unit, half to each district, at the time of connection. -3- 3/1/83 912 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. STONEHILL DRIVE �N PROJECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (44) Proposal: Review of the Stonehill Drive extension project and environmental impact report. The project would extend _ Stonehill Drive eastward from its terminus at Del Obispo Street to the San Diego Freeway to provide a direct connection from Dana Point to the freeway. Applicant: This was a City -initiated Hearing. Written Communications: (1) Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding a project review and summary of the findings of the environmental impact report, as well as the Planning and Traffic and Transportation Commissions' recommendations. (2) Revised Financial Considerations for the report dated March 1, 1983, adding the possibility of assistance from the Community Redevelopment Agency since the area has been included within the proposed redevelopment project area boundaries. (3) Orange County Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 83-283, recommending the City Council adopt Stonehill Drive Alternate C and Bridge Concept One. Senior Planner Larry Lawrence made an oral presentation, discussing the three alternate alignments and two bridge concepts. He advised that Alternate Alignment C was the most northerly route and the only one that would connect directly to the present intersection of Camino Capistrano and the Serra on-ramp; that of the two bridge concepts, Concept One, providing for two bridges with compacted fill between San Juan Creek and the railroad tracks was recommended over Concept Two, which provides for a continuous 700 -foot bridge structure over both the Creek and tracks. He further noted that the Commissions had stressed the importance of a southbound off -ramp from I-5 to Stonehill Drive had recommended that provisions be made for _ its construction. Discussion ensued regarding impacts and access to the Rosan property; construction of the southbound off -ramp and projected traffic impacts; and, possible funding sources. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Buchheim opened the Public Hearing and the following persons responded: -4- 3/1/83 (1) Ron Yorba, 30666 Calle Chueca, stated opposition to only landowners in the project area being included in an assessment district and suggested that the assessment area be substantially enlarged. (2) Paul Yoder, 629 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, General Partner of the YMR Development, read a letter dated March 1, 1983, stating their opposition to the Stonehill extension project due to adverse impacts on their property. Mr. Merrell noted that the letter will be incorporated into the final environmental impact report. There being no further response, Mayor Buchheim closed the Hearing with the right to re -open at any time. Councilman Hausdorfer noted for the record that the City has never been a proponent of the Stonehill extension; however, traffic conditions are such that it has become necessary. Councilman Friess stated concerns with funding and the hope that construction not begin until there is a funding source to allow completion of the entire project. Certification of EIR/Alternate C, Bridge Concept One: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to: (1) Certify EIR 82-2 (Stonehill Drive Extension) as complete; and, (2) Propose to the County Board of Supervisors that Alternate Alignment C and Bridge Concept One be adopted for the connection to Camino Capistrano and Interstate 5 and that provision be made for the ultimate construction of the southbound off -ramp from Interstate 5 to Stonehill Drive (including the acquisition of the necessary right-of-way for the off -ramp at the same time as that for the Stonehill extension itself). 2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 82-860, NORTHEAST CORNER OF DEL OBISPO AND CALLE ASPERO (SHREWSBURY-NEWPORT/PACIFIC HOMES) (85) Proposal: A four -lot subdivision on 2.403 acres located on the northeast corner of Del Obispo and Calle Aspero. The present zoning is ES (Small Estate); surrounding uses include an undeveloped .8 -acre lot to the north; the Romer residence across Calle Aspero to the west; Del Obispo Street to the south; and, single-family residence to the east. A licant: Newport Pacific Homes, 5100 Campus Drive, Suite 200, Newport Beach 92660. -5- 3/1/83 9( Property Owner: Allison Shrewsbury, et al., 27442 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding background information and Commissions and Environmental Review Board recommendations. Exhibits were on display and Mr. Merrell made an oral presentation, discussing grading and circulation, and noting conditions placed on the project. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Buchheim opened the Public Hearing and, there being no response, closed the Hearing with the right to re -open at any time. Negative Declaration: It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman Bland and unanimously carried to certify issuance of a Negative Declaration. Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 82-860: It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman Bland that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 83-3-1-1, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 82-860 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 82-860 (SHREWSBURY-NEWPORT/PACIFIC HOMES) The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: None 1. ORDINANCE NO. 484 - , w nnnm Tnwi \ PROPERTIES (95) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the City Clerk, advising that the Ordinance was introduced at the meeting of February 15, 1983, and was scheduled for adoption. Adoption of Ordinance No. 484: 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 Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman Schwartze that the following Ordinance be adopted: -6- 3/1/83 ORDINANCE NO. 484, REZONE 83-1 (ORTEGA PROPERTIES) - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 293 BY AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 379 BY COMBINING PLANNING SECTOR "A" AND "D-1" INTO A REVISED PLANNING SECTOR IDENTIFIED AS "A-2" FOR ASSESSOR'S PARCELS NOS. 666-261-1 THROUGH 666-261-14 (ORTEGA PROPERTIES) The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Friess ABSENT: None RESOLUTIONS 1. PARKING RESTRICTIONS - VERDUGO STREET/CAMINO CAPISTRANO (64) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Public Works forwarding resolutions to establish "No Parking" and "Two Hour Parking" zones along Verdugo Street and Camino Capistrano as a result of street improvements constructed in conjunction with the Multi -Modal Terminal. Mr. Murphy made an oral presentation, discussing staff recommendations and Traffic Commission actions on the matter. Councilman Schwartze stated concerns at the loss of parking and suggested that in the future, consideration be given to replacement of parking in the downtown area. Establishment of "No Parking" Zones: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer, that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 83-3-1-2, ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING" ZONES - VERDUGO STREET - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING" ZONES ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF VERDUGO STREET FROM THE ATCHISON, TOPEKA AND SANTA FE RAILROAD TRACKS TO 260 FEET EAST The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: None -7- 3/1/83 96 a Establishment of "Two -Hour Parking" Zones: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer, that the following Resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 83-3-1-3, ESTABLISHING "TWO-HOUR YARRINU" LuNhb - VP:AVuuu 01'AZZI l INU 1. vl1nu l.tlr1J11\A A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING "TWO-HOUR PARKING" ZONES ON PORTIONS OF VERDUGO STREET AND A PORTION OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: None The Resolution designates two-hour parking zones as follows: The north and south side of Verdugo Street from Camino Capistrano to 100 feet west; and, The west side of Camino Capistrano from Verdugo Street to 100 feet north. RECESS AND RECONVENE Council recessed at 7:50 p.m., to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 7:55 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS CITY MANAGER 1. CONSIDERATI TRAIL EAS AREA (73) Written Communications: (1) Memo dated February 25, 1983, from the City Manager advising that due to the complexity of the item additional time was needed to complete the research and a report would be available prior to the Council meeting. _ (2) Report dated March 1, 1983, from the City Manager, advising that the City had been contacted by Gary Bench, who was concerned that improvements on the north side of Lot 7, Tract 9795, were within the area irrevocably offered for dedication as an equestrian easement. The report forwards a chronology regarding the irrevocable offer of dedication required in Tract 9795. -8- 3/1/83 97 (3) Letter dated February 28, 1983, from Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bird, 26161 Calle Roberto, owners of Lots 7 and 8, Tract 9795, forwarding a petition signed by 9 homeowners requesting that the City abandon its right to accept or construct an equestrian easement across their properties. Mayor Buchheim suggested that since Council had not had time to review the report, consideration be given to postponing the item. Continuation to March 15, 1983: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to continue consideration of the item to the meeting of March 15, 1983. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1. CONSULTANT SELECTION STATUS REPORT (CIVIC CENTER) (34) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, advising that 18 proposals were received and reviewed by the Public Facilities Committee for selection of a Civic Center Consultant. The report advises that the Committee felt further study of the proposals and firms was needed, and; to prevent an impact on the program schedule, requested authorization to make the consultant selection upon completion of its review. Councilman Schwartze advised that several firms had been selected for further consideration and suggested modifying the recommendation to allow the Committee to list the firms in priority order, with Council making the final selection on March 15. Council was advised that Councilman Schwartze had been appointed Chairman of the Public Facilities Committee, and Councilman Hausdorfer appointed Vice Chairman. Authorization to Interview and Recommend Firms: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to authorize the Public Facilities Committee to interview and list the remaining candidate firms in priority order for final selection and execution of necessary agreements by Council on March 15, 1983. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. REVIEW OF FILL OPERATIONS (LACOUAGUE RANCH) (25) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Public Works, discussing the continuation of fill and grading operations in San Juan Creek within the Lacouague Ranch, and recommending issuance of a permit to place fill within the Creek on the Lacouague Ranch for the purpose of completing channelization of San Juan Creek. -9-�, 3/1/83 Mr. Murphy noted a correction to Recommendation No. 1 to allow a fill width of 100 feet rather than 40 feet. Jean Lacouague, 28612 San Juan Creek Road, advised that Rancho Mission Viejo had agreed to allow ingress and egress through their property for placement of the necessary fill; that he accepted the conditions that were placed. Waiver of Council Policy/Issuance of Permit: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Schwartze and unanimously carried to waive the Council policy requiring approved development plans prior to grading and to direct staff to issue a permit to place fill within the San Juan Creek on the Lacouague Ranch for the explicit purpose of completing channelization of San Juan Creek, subject to the following conditions: (1) The fill shall be no wider than 100 feet. (2) Access shall not be by San Juan Creek Road or Ve,1qe, Road : * (3) Mr. Jean Lacouague shall be responsible for acquiring rights to travel upon and place fill upon O'Neill Ranch property. Mr. Lacouague shall be responsible for acquiring all permits necessary for work outside the City of San Juan Capistrano. (4) No permanent erosion protection devices or materials shall be used. (5) Permit and inspection fees for the work to be done shall be paid prior to commencing construction. (6) Use of the entire fill area within the San Juan Creek floodplain shall be in strict accordance with all General Plan policies, OS (Open Space) zoning and FP1 (Floodplain Overlay District) zoning. 2. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT, PROJECT COMMITTEE NO. 2 - REHABILITATION (79) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Public Works, advising that pursuant to the phasing of expenditures for the rehabilitation of the treatment plant, funds previously allocated will be expended by March and an additional $88,500 will be required from the City to continue renovation through June. The City's previous expenditure was approximately $141,500. Approval of Expenditure: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to approve the City's contribution of $88,500 for SERRA Plant Rehabilitation and to authorize the transfer of funds from the Sewer Enterprise Fund to Project Committee No. 2 for the amount. -10- 3/1/83 *+ • e Avenida Siega. Amended by the City Council 3/15/83 9�9 3. STATUS REPORT (SERRA) (79) Written Communications: Report dated March 1, 1983, from the Director of Public Works, advising that the Orange County Planning Commission approved the new permit for Project Committee No. 16, SERRA Solids Handling Facility, for on-site improvements to provide increased odor control and sludge handling, and noting improvements in plant operation. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Buchheim ordered the report received and filed. COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES PLANNING COMMISSION 1. REPORT OF MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 1983 (67) The Report of Actions taken by the Planning Commission at their meeting of February 22, 1983, was ordered received and filed. REMARKS 1. VIDEO TAPE - HIGH SPEED BULLET TRAINS (88) Councilman Schwartze noted that a video tape on high speed trains had been obtained from the City of Tustin and suggested viewing of the tape by the City's Committees, Boards and Commissions. He further advised of a meeting to be held March 3 at City Hall with the High Speed Rail Corporation. 2. TREE PRESERVATION (74) Councilman Bland expressed appreciation for measures taken to preserve a fallen pepper tree on Calle Aspero and noted that similar measures are needed for a eucalyptus tree on Calle Aspero. 3. AVENIDA SIEGA SIGHT OBSTRUCTIONS (82) In response to Councilman Hausdorfer, Mr. Murphy advised of further actions taken to improve the sight problems at Avenida Siega and Councilman Hausdorfer requested continuing off -agenda reports on the situation. 4. ILLEGAL SIGNS/SALES (25) Councilman Hausdorfer noted illegal signs and merchandise sales out of pick-up trucks on Ortega Highway in the vicinity of the Ortega Village on weekends. Mr. Merrell advised that the Land Use Coordinator makes periodic inspection on weekends. -11- 3/1/83 r 100 5. NORTHWEST CIRCULATION STUDY (44) In response to Councilman Hausdorfer, Mr. Murphy advised that the traffic consultant has completed the report on the Northwest Circulation Study and that March 22 has been set for a meeting with property owners in the area, with Council consideration scheduled for April 5. 6. DEL OBISPO SIDEWALK TO MARCO FORSTER (81) Councilman Friess requested an off -agenda status report on the project to construct a sidewalk along Del Obispo Street to Marco Forster Junior High School. 7. GENERAL PLAN PRESENTATION (34) Councilman Friess suggested that the Community General Plan (46) Presentation should be ready by late May and a preliminary discussion of the project was scheduled for the meeting of March 15, 1983. 88. DOWNTOWN AREA PARKING ANALYSIS (63) Councilman Friess advised of a meeting held with Mr. Stroscheim regarding future development of vacant land in Area A along Del Obispo adjacent to the Fire Station, noting that the City wishes to utilize the area for parking purposes. He suggested consideration be given to a City expenditure for consultant services to analyze the entire area in terms of parking and general use potential. The City Manager advised that the Planning Department has been working with consultants on the matter and a report will be prepared for the March 15 Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Directors meeting. 9. EQUESTRIAN SYSTEM GUIDELINES RE-EVALUATION (23) Mayor Buchheim initiated discussion on the Equestrian Commission's desire to re-evaluate and prepare a comprehensive report on the Equestrian System Guidelines, as stated in the Report of Commission Actions of February 14, 1983. Mayor Buchheim noted the importance of the matter and Council emphasized their concurrence with the Commission's request. CLOSED SESSION Council recessed to a Closed Session at 8:27 p.m., for discussion of legal matters, the Deputy City Clerk being excused therefrom, and reconvened at 9:10 p.m. -12- 3/1/83 101 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m., to the next regular meeting date of March 15, 1983, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber. Respectfully submitted, MARY ANN HANOVER, CITY CLERK ATTEST: 601(ENCE F. BU MAYOR -13- 3/1/83