83-1220_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting433
December 20, 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 Bland at
7:02 p.m., in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Pastor Michael
Carlisle, Capistrano Valley Baptist Church.
DEDICATION OF MEETING TO MEMORY OF LOUISE STOFFEL
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Bland dedicated the
meeting to the memory of long-time resident Louise Stoffell, who
recently passed away. Mrs. Stoffell and her husband constructed
the first hotel in San Juan Capistrano, started the first
subdivision on Los Amigos Street, and were previously owners of
what is now known as the Honeyman Ranch.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Anthony L. Bland, Mayor
Gary L. Hausdorfer, Mayor pro tem
Lawrence F. Buchheim, Councilman
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; Robert G. Boone,
Director of Administrative Services; George Lohnes, City
Engineer; Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Community Planning and
Development; James S. Okazaki, City Attorney; Mary Ann Hanover,
City Clerk; Cheryl Johnson, Recording Secretary.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of December 6, 1983:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 6,
1983, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that all Ordinances be read by title only. The motion
carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
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PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. COMMENDATION - CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD MEMBER GEORGE WHITE
(36) Written Communications:
(78) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Assistant to the
City Manager, forwarding a commendation for George White,
Trustee of the Capistrano Unified School District for the
past twelve years, who recently declined to run for
re-election.
Mayor Bland read the commendation in full and presented it
to Mr. White, who was in attendance at the meeting.
2. PROCLAMATION - MARCH OF DIMES MONTH, JANUARY, 1984
(71) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk,
forwarding a request from the Orange County Chapter of the
March of Dimes that January, 1984, be proclaimed March of
Dimes Month.
Mayor Bland read the Proclamation in full, which will be
forwarded to the Orange County Chapter of the March of
Dimes.
3. PRESENTATION - ORANGE COUNTY RED CROSS
(36) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk,
advising that a member of the Red Cross Board of Directors
would attend the meeting to present a Resolution to the City
in appreciation for assistance during the year in helping
the Red Cross meet commitments.
Board Member Joyce Harvey read the Proclamation in full and
presented it to the Council, urging continued support for
Red Cross Disaster preparedness in the community.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. DONATION FOR LIBRARY LANDSCAPING
(SAN JUAN BEAUTIFUL)
(61) On behalf of the San Juan Beautiful Board of Directors, who
were present at the meeting, Thalia Cutler, 30171 Silver
Spur, President of San Juan Beautiful, presented the City
with a check in the amount of $3,000 for the four cypress
trees planted at the library.
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2. SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY RATES
(90) Richard Wann, 28131 Calle San Remo, submitted and discussed
a comparison of rates between San Diego Gas and Electric and
Southern California Edison and suggested that the City work
with San Clemente, Dana Point, and Capistrano Beach in an
effort to be excluded from the San Diego Gas and Electric
service area. Mr. Wann was advised that City staff is
investigating the situation and a report will be prepared
for the Council meeting of January 17, 1984.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, 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 Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
(41) The List of Demands dated December 20, 1983, Warrant
Register No. 84-062, in the total amount of $314,110.31, was
approved as submitted.
2. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
(41) The City Treasurer's Report of Investments as of November
30, 1983, in the total amount of $5,265,000.00, was approved
as submitted.
3. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF 1911 ACT BOND DELINQUENCIES
(41) The City Treasurer's Report advising that there were no 1911
Act Bond Delinquencies as of November 30, 1983, was approved
as submitted.
4. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF FUND CASH BALANCES
(41) The City Treasurer's Report of Fund Cash Balances as of
November 30, 1983, was approved as submitted.
5. REPORT OF EQUESTRIAN COMMISSION ACTIONS OF DECEMBER 12, 1983
(23) The Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Secretary of
the Equestrian Commission, regarding actions taken at the
meeting of December 12, 1983, was ordered received and
filed.
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6. REPORT OF TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 30, 1983
(23) The Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Secretary of
the Traffic and Transportation Commission, regarding actions
taken at the meeting of November 30, 1983, was ordered
received and filed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 83-861
(ENDEVCO/AMINTA)
(85) Proposal:
Consideration of a request to subdivide a 33.32 -acre parcel
located at the southeast corner of Rancho Viejo Road and
Malaspina Road, into two parcels of 18.59 acres and 14.73
acres, respectively. The northern parcel of 18.59 acres is
occupied by the existing Endevco building. Surrounding uses
include residential and agricultural to the north;
Interstate 5 to the west; and, the undeveloped "Ranch
Planned Community" to the south and east. The present
zoning is MP (Industrial Park) and the proposed subdivision
conforms to the MP development standards.
A licant/Pro ert Owner:
AMINTA, c o Cox, Castle & Nicholson, 2049 Century Park East,
28th Floor, Los Angeles, 90067, Attention Phillip
Himelstein.
Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, forwarding staff
findings and the Planning Commission recommendation of
approval.
The Director of Community Planning and Development made an
oral presentation, pointing out several conditions of
approval requiring combined access to Rancho Viejo Road with
either the Trammel -Crow development or Endevco; and,
maintaining an Open Space easement between the two parcels.
He further advised that Rancho Viejo Road will be developed
to its ultimate right-of-way.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Bland
opened the Public Hearing and the following person
responded:
(1) Kenneth Bly, attorney with Cox, Castle & Nicholson,
representing the applicant, suggested clarification on
several conditions of approval.
Conditions Nos. 4 and 5:
The word "final" is to be inserted before the words
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"parcel map" so both conditions read . within two
years from the date of approval of the final parcel map
Condition No. 8:
Mr. Bly's request to delete the words "prior to
approval of a final map" was denied.
Condition No. 11:
There was a consensus of Council that the language be
modified to indicate that the applicant shall make a
good faith effort to process a lot line adjustment.
There being no further response, Mayor Bland closed the
Hearing with the right to re -open at any time.
Approval of TPM 83-861:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by
Councilman Schwartze that the following Resolution be
adopted as amended:
RESOLUTION NO. 83-12-20-1, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 83-861
(ENDEVCO AMINTA) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 83-861 (ENDEVCO/AMINTA)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONTINUATION OF AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
ESTABLISHING SPECIFIC DESIGN AND OPERATIONAL STANDARDS FOR
SERVICE STATIONS
(55) Proposal
Consideration of a proposed amendment to Title 9 to
establish pricing sign regulations due to changes in recent
State law, and specific regulations regarding vehicle
parking, repair areas, and merchandise displays for service
stations.
Applicant:
This was a City -initiated Hearing.
Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development, forwarding the proposed
amendment and a recommendation of approval from the Planning
Commission.
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The Director of Community Planning and Development made an
oral presentation, discussing the proposed standards and
treatment of non -conforming signs.
Public Hearing:
(1) Pete E. Lipert, 374 North Lincoln, Orange, representing
Atlantic Richfield Company, stated that the company had
not received the proposed amendment and requested an
opportunity for review. The Director of Community
Planning and Development advised that contact had been
made with the dealers in town rather than the
companies.
(2) Ed Beck, Ed's Exxon, 26572 Junipero Serra, stated that
although he was aware of the amendment and had
discussed it with Councilman Friess, staff had not
visited his station to receive input. He was advised
that Councilman Friess had forwarded his comments to
the Planning Department. Mr. Beck further stated his
wish to enclose an area behind the service station for
vehicle storage.
(3) Jeff Bukamier, Jeff's Chevron, 26988 Ortega Highway,
spoke in support of the proposed amendment, but
suggested that the maximum letter height on signs be
increased to 9 inches to accommodate the standard signs
provided to the Chevron Company. He stated that a
meeting should have been held with all the dealers in
the City.
There being no one else wishing to address Council, Mayor
Bland closed the Hearing with the right to re -open at any
time.
Continuation of Hearing:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by
Councilman Buchheim to continue the Hearing to the next
meeting to allow review of the amendment by the Atlantic
Richfield Company and staff to research standard sizes of
sign letters. With the concurrence of the second, the
motion was amended to add direction to staff to provide a
copy of the proposed amendment to the various corporate
offices. The motion carried unanimously.
3. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES PERMIT PROGRAM
(55) Proposal:
(65) Consideration of a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code
to establish a permit procedure and regulations for the
business community to control special promotional activities
that require the outdoor display of merchandise and/or
temporary banners. The amendment includes a sunset clause
after one year to provide an opportunity to evaluate the
program and its impact on the community.
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Applicant:
This was a City -initiated Hearing.
Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of
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Community Planning and Development, forwarding the proposed
regulations and a recommendation of approval from the
Planning Commission.
The Director of Community Planning and Development made an
oral presentation, advising that the amendment would allow
businesses to have outdoor banners and displays four times
in a calendar year and one additional time for the grand
opening of a new business. Mayor Bland stated that item
(b)2.a. of the program should be clarified that grand
opening banners are allowed for a 10 -day period. Councilman
Buchheim advised that the Chamber of Commerce was in support
of the amendment.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Bland
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 Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to certify the issuance of
a Negative Declaration.
Approval of Amendment:
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 Hausdorfer that the
following Ordinance be introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 503, AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE - ESTABLISHING SPECIAL ACTIVITIES PERMIT
PROGRAM - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9-3.623 TO
TITLE 9, CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 6 TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL
ACTIVITIES PERMIT PROGRAM
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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ORDINANCES
1. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 501, EQUESTRIAN STABLES AND TRAIL
DESIGN STANDARDS
(62) Written Communications:
(55) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk,
advising that the Ordinance was introduced at the City
Council meeting of December 6, 1983, 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
Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman Buchheim that the
following Ordinance be adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 501, AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF
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AMENDING THE SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO MUNICIPAL CODE BY REVISING
SECTION 9-3.620 (HORSES AND STABLES) AND SECTION 9-4.106
(BICYCLE AND EQUESTRIAN TRAILS)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE
(95) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk,
advising that the Ordinance was introduced at the City
Council meeting of December 6, 1983, 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 Schwartze that the
following Ordinance be adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 502, REZONE 83-8 (VILLAGE CENTER I)
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
PARCELS NOS. 650-071-45, 650-071-48, 650-071-49,
650-071-51, 650-071-52, 650-071-53, AND 650-073-53 FROM
GM (GROWTH MANAGEMENT) TO PD (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT)
DISTRICT (VILLAGE CENTER I)
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTIONS
1. CERTIFYING RECORD OF SURVEY 95-11 -
TRACTS 8087 AND 8319 (MEREDITH CANYON)
(85) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding a Resolution certifying Record of Survey
95-11, which corrects or amends discrepancies in the tract
maps for Tracts 8087 and 8319, as the official boundary map
for the two tracts.
Certification of Survey:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by
Councilman Schwartze that the following Resolution be
adopted:
RESOLUTION NO 83-12-20-2, CERTIFYING RECORD OF SURVEY
95-11 (MEREDITH CANYON) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
CERTIFYING RECORD OF SURVEY 95-11 AS AN OFFICIAL MAP
(MEREDITH CANYON, TRACTS 8087 AND 8319)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Clerk was directed to forward a certified copy of
the Resolution to the Office of the Orange County Recorder
for recordation.
2. DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL POSTING PLACES
(32) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk, citing
the need to amend the official posting places due to the
recent relocations of both the Senior Center and the
Library.
Designation of Posting Places:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE LOCATIONS FOR THE POSTING
OF OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO.
72-2-21-7
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution designates the following as the three public
places in the City where Ordinances, Resolutions, and
official notices shall be posted:
(1) City Hall
(2) Old Fire Station Recreation Complex,
Registration Office of the Lacouague Building;
(3) Orange County Library, San Juan Capistrano
Branch.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURE - RESURFACING OF TENNIS COURTS AND
(62) Written Communications:
(78) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of Public
(38) Works, forwarding the results of bids received for
resurfacing of the four tennis courts and two basketball
courts at the northeast corner of Camino Capistrano and
Acjachema Street. The report advises that $14,000 had been
budgeted in the Capital Projects Account 06-4717-514; the
low bid was in the amount of $7,875. The report also
advises that rust from the existing chain link fence has
discolored the courts and will continue until replaced;
replacement costs were estimated at $12,500.
Discussion ensued regarding replacement and funding of the
chain link fencing.
Approval of Resurfacing:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the expenditure
of $7,875 for resurfacing of the tennis courts by Pacific
Tennis Courts of E1 Toro.
Budget Amendment:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by
Councilman Schwartze to amend the Capital Improvements
Budget to include the amount necessary to install the
nine -gauge green -vinyl -clad chain link fence. At the
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suggestion of Councilman Friess and with the concurrence of
the second, the motion was amended to allow suitable
material of either plastic or vinyl -clad fencing. The
motion carried unanimously.
2. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF
ORTEGA HIGHWAY (CALTRANS) (38-#448)
(38) Written Communications:
(44) (1) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of
Public Works, forwarding an agreement with Caltrans to
allow the City to provide street sweeping and limited
litter control on Ortega Highway within the City
Limits. The annual approximate cost of the service is
$4,200, and will be refunded from the State.
(2) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the City Clerk,
advising that the State requested that the agreement be
approved by Resolution, as submitted with the Report.
The City Engineer advised that the last sentence of the
first paragraph of the Agreement under Item I, Submission of
Bills, had been deleted.
Approval of Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 83-12-20-4, MAINTENANCE OF STATE HIGHWAY
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THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE AGREEMENT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE STATE HIGHWAY
IN THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO (ORTEGA HIGHWAY)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Mayor and City Clerk were directed to sign the agreement
on behalf of the City.
3. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR RE
DISABILITY RETIREMENT PAYMEN
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM)
-CONNECTED
(35) Written Communications:
(38) Additional Agenda Item dated December 20, 1983, from the
Senior Administrative Assistant, forwarding an agreement
between the City and the Board of Retirement of the Orange
County Employees Retirement System for reimbursement to
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OCERS of costs involved in the disability retirement of
former employee James Michael. The total cost, including
principal and 74% accrued interest on the declining balance,
is $163,282.05. Council authorized re -payment based upon a
negotiated five-year schedule of approximately $32,650 per
annum; the first installment payment is due January 1, 1984,
and continues at six-month intervals until July 1, 1988.
Funds have been budgeted within the debt service account,
and are payable through the General Fund.
Approval of Agreement:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze
Hausdorfer and unanimously carried t
and authorize payment to the Orange
Retirement System in accordance with
Mayor and City Clerk were authorized
Agreement on behalf of the City.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
, seconded by Councilman
o approve the agreement
County Employees
the terms therein. The
to execute the
Council recessed at 8:26 p.m., to convene the San Juan Capistrano
Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 8:30 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
1. ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM SUBMITTAL, 1984-85 - DEL
OBISPO STREET/CAMINO DEL AVION, RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION
(44) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding a resolution requesting the County to
include right-of-way purchase at the intersection of Del
Obispo Street and Camino del Avion in the County's 1984-85
Arterial Highway Financing Program. The project is included
in the City's Capital Project Budget for widening of the
southeast corner of the intersection and construction of a
sidewalk.
The City Engineer advised that the estimated right-of-way
purchase cost had been reduced; the City's matching share
would total $82,000.
Negative Declaration:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman _
Buchheim and unanimously carried to certify the issuance of
a Negative Declaration.
Request for Inclusion:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Hausdorfer, Buchheim,
Schwartze, and Mayor Bland
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2. STATUS REPORT - SERRA
(79) Written Communications:
Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of Public
Works, advising that the SERRA Master Plan had been
rescheduled for finalization in February and that the award
of contract for the Plant Expansion Study EIR had been
approved. The report further advises that Project Committee
No. 16 (Solids Handling and Odor Control) is still in line
for grant funding next year; that the SERRA Plant
rehabilitation completion is anticipated for March, 1984;
and, that the Storm Damage lawsuit may be resolved early in
1984.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Bland ordered the
report received and filed.
3. REJECTION OF BIDS AND AUTHORIZATION TO READVERTISE - SITE
PREPARATION, C. RUSSELL COOK PARK EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES
(83-#439)
(38) Written Communications:
(62) Report dated December 20, 1983, from the Director of Public
Works, forwarding results of the low bids received for the
site preparation and the equipment installation for the
stable facility in C. Russell Cook Park. The low bid for
equipment installation was placed by Barn Builders, Inc.,
and Cemal Leasing, in the amount of $117,291.88. The low
bid for site preparation was placed by Gillespie
Construction in the amount of $73,338. The budgeted amount
for site preparation was $60,000, and the report recommends
rejection of the bids received and modification of the
project to clarify the grading issue, and replace the
parking lot surface with slag.
Rejection of Site Preparation Bids/Readvertise:
It was moved by Councilman HRUSdorfer, seconded by
Councilman Buchheim and unanimously carried to reject all
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bids for "Site Preparation, C. Russell Cook Park Equestrian
Facility" and to authorize modifications to the project and
readvertising for new bids.
PURCHASE OF AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT
(34) Written Communications:
(46) Additional item dated December 20, 1983, from the City
Manager, forwarding a memorandum outlining results of bids
received for audio-visual equipment needed for public
presentations of the General Plan Program.
Transfer of Funds/Authorization to Purchase:
Following Council discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Friess, seconded by Councilman Hausdorfer and unanimously
carried to authorize the City Manager to purchase an
Ektagraphic 260 AF/Telex 4480, with play/record, automatic
focus, and built-in screen for rear projection or standard
lens for front projection onto separate screen or equivalent
equpiment not to exceed $652. Staff was authorized to
transfer funds from Account Number 01-4110-282 (Council
Discretionary Funds) to Account Number 01-4110-330(Special
Equipment) for the purchase.
COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES
PLANNING COMMISSION
REPORT OF MEETING OF DECEMBER 13, 1983
(67) Written Communications:
The Report of Actions taken by the Planning Commission at
their meeting of December 13, 1983.
Councilman Hausdorfer initiated discussion regarding a
proposal for a 280 -unit apartment complex on the north side
of Camino Las Ramblas at Via California. He stated concerns
about a mixed use on the property, including a proposed
neighborhood convenience center.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Bland ordered the
report received and filed.
ABANDONMENT OF AMENDMENT TO AGRICULTURE DISTRICT (LACOUAGUE)
(39) The Director of Community Planning and Development noted
that a Code Amendment had been initiated to consider
allowing an auxiliary use in the Agriculture Zone; that Mr.
Lacouague was to apply for a Conditional Use Permit. He
advised that Mr. Lacouague has stated he will bring his
property into conformance with existing laws.
Abandonment of Amendment:
It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman
Hausdorfer and unanimously carried to direct staff to
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abandon the previously -initiated Amendment to the
Agriculture District.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. ORTEGA HIGHWAY
(44) In response to Councilman Hausdorfer, the City Engineer
advised that a report would be prepared for the next
meeting.
2. RANCHO VIEJO ROAD LIGHTING
(53) Councilman Hausdorfer suggested additional street lighting
for the recently -opened section of Rancho Viejo Road between
Ortega Highway and Endevco.
3. MISSION HILLS RANCH
(83) Councilman Hausdorfer cited a letter from R. Drummy
regarding the condition of the intersection at Rancho Viejo
Road and Mission Hills Drive. Staff was directed to respond
citing improvements accomplished and work in progress.
4. MOBILE HOME PARK RENT CONTROL
(23) Councilman Schwartze advised that he had received inquiries
regarding the recent City of Carson litigation decision; the
effectiveness of leases signed at Rancho Alipaz Mobile Home
Park during the litigation period; and, any legal
requirements for telephones in clubhouses. He requested
that the City Attorney respond to the concerns.
5. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES - CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE
(61) Councilman Schwartze advised that at the January League of
California Cities meeting voting will take place for
appointments to the Orange County Transit District Board of
Directors; the Airport Land Use Commission; and, the Orange
County Transportation Commission.
6. SPHERE OF INFLUENCE
(21) Councilman Schwartze was advised regarding the status of the
Sphere of Influence Study.
7. COMMISSION MEETING DATES
(23) Councilman Buchheim cited a possible scheduling conflict on
December 27th between the Equestrian Commission and the
Planning Commission. The Secretary of the Equestrian
Commission advised that the Commission would be requesting a
change to their bylaws to hold only one meeting per month.
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RANCHO VIEJO ROAD/JUNIPERO SERRA
(82) Mayor Bland was advised that the Traffic and Transportation
Commission will be forwarding a recommendation for
installation of a three-way stop sign at the intersection of
Rancho Viejo Road and Junipero Serra.
9. BULLET TRAIN
(88) Mayor Bland cited information received at a meeting held
with representatives of American High Speed Rail. It was
moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman
Hausdorfer to direct staff to draft a Resolution indicating
the City's strong opposition to the Bullet Train. Following
discussion, the motion was amended to direct that a basis be
developed for input to the environmental review process and
a letter outlining the City's concerns be presented during
environmental review. The motion carried unanimously.
10. CITY HALL CLEANING SERVICE
(34) Mayor Bland requested that the cleaning service complete the
lobby area of City Hall prior to Council meeting time.
11. COUNCIL MEETING DATES
(32) It was moved by Councilman
Hausdorfer and unanimously
will be held on January 17
CLOSED SESSION
Friess, seconded by Councilman
carried that the next meeting
1984.
Council recessed to a Closed Session at 9:16 p.m., for discussion
of legal matters, the City Clerk being excused therefrom, and
reconvened at 9:53 p.m.
COUNCIL ACTIONS
1.
CIVIC CENTER SITE
(34)
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze,
seconded by Councilman
Friess and carried with Councilman
Buchheim abstaining, to
direct staff to proceed with a site
selection study for the
new Civic Center; a meeting of the
Public Facilities
Committee is to be called; and, a report
is to be submitted
for proposed action on January 17,
1984.
2.
SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM (HUSBY)
(35)
It was moved by Councilman Friess,
seconded by Councilman
Hausdorfer and unanimously carried
to authorize the City
Manager to make a final payment to
Knut Husby in the amount
of $29,086.64.
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There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:56 p.m., to the next regular meeting date of
January 3, 1984, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber. That
meeting will be adjourned due to lack of quorum, and the next
meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 1984.
ATTEST:'
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ANTHONY L/
BLAND, MAYOR
Respectfully submitted,
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'MARY ANN 1d OVER,
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