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82-1116_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting■ NOVEMBER 16, 1982 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 7:06 p.m., in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Reverend Homer Waisner, Jr., Ocean Hills Community Church. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Lawrence F. Buchheim, Mayor Anthony L. Bland, Mayor Pro tem Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman ABSENT: Gary L. Hausdorfer, Councilman STAFF PRESENT: Stephen B. Julian, City Manager; E. Phillip Hale, 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; Mary Ann Hanover, City Clerk; Cheryl Johnson, Recording Secretary. MINUTES Regular Meeting of November 2, 1982: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess that the Minutes of the regular meeting of November 2, 1982, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer 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, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer -1- 11/16/82 450 CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Bland, seconded by Councilman Schwartze 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, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer 1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS (41) The List of Demands dated November 16, 1982, Warrant Register No. 83-052, in the total amount of $177,529.49, was approved as submitted. 2. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS (41) The City Treasurer's Report of Investments as of October 31, 1982, in the total amount of $7,554,920.74, was approved as submitted. 3. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF 1911 ACT BOND DELINQUENCIES (41) The City Treasurer's Report advising there were no 1911 Act Bond Delinquencies as of October 31, 1982, 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 October 31, 1982, was approved as submitted. 5. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 18, 1982 (62) The Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Secretary of the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding actions taken at the meeting of October 18, 1982, was ordered received and filed. 6. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, MULTIMODAL TERMINAL (D. W. CONTRACTING) (88) Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $1,000, was approved for an additional move -in of paving equipment and materials in order to complete the automobile parking area prior to the Christmas season, as set forth in the report dated November 16, 1982, from the Senior Administrative Assistant. -2- 11/16/82 451 7. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS, SENATE BILL 821 VEREDA BIKEWAY (41) As set forth in the report dated November 16, 1982, from the Senior Administrative Assistant, submittal of an application for Senate Bill 821 Grant Funds in the amount of $125,000, for construction of the Vereda Bikeway from Avenida Tirador to Avenida Padre, was approved. 8. RELEASE OF GRADING BOND, DEL OBISPO STREET (BANK OF AMERICA) (49) As set forth in the report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, all required grading work for the Bank of America at 31902 Del Obispo Street has been completed and release of the following grading bond was approved: Bond No Underwriter Amount 579-61-45 Aetna Insurance Company $40,000 9. CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGES (VENTLE) (35) The Claim filed by Charles Ventle for alleged damages to his residence at 33612 Via de Auga, in the approximate amount of $5,000, was denied and referred to the City's Claims Adjuster, Carl Warren Insurance, as set forth in the report dated November 16, 1982, from the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION, 9th YEAR (89) Proposal: Consideration of submission of a 9th Year Housing and Community Development Block Grant Application. Funds received from the Grant in past years have been used as a catalyst for the preservation of the Los Rios neighborhood. Applicant: This is a City -initiated hearing. Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding a staff recommendation that application for the 9th Year funds not be made. Mr. Merrell advised that Los Rios Area improvements would be continued with funds in the amount of $300,000 still to be received from the 7th and 8th Year Grant funding; however, beginning with the 9th Year, staff and the Los Rios Review Committee both recommended implementing a transition to locally -funded sources, such as funds from the Community -3- 11/16/82 Redevelopment Agency's affordable housing requirement, tax exempt revenue bonds, and possible formation of a non-profit housing corporation. The Los Rios Review Committee also recommended that appreciation be extended to the County for the financial assistance received through the Grant funding. 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 reopen at any time. Transition to Local Funding: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to not submit an application for the 9th Year Housing and Community Development Block Grant funds and to begin a transition to locally -funded sources for continuation of the Los Rios Precise Plan. Mr. Merrell was directed to extend the City's appreciation to the County for their cooperation through the Grant program. REZONE 82-2 AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT CONCEPT PLAN 82-1, ORTEGA HIGHWAY (CAPISTRANO PARTNERS/HUNT CLUB) (85) Proposal: Subdivision of approximately 71.3 acres located at the rear of the Hunt Club, Tract 6305, into 46 custom estate lots. Proposed zoning includes 90 EL (20,000), 90 EL, and EL (Large Estate). Residential custom estates adjoin the property on the north, east, and south; undeveloped property in The Ranch project is located to the west. Applicant: Capistrano Partners, 3212 Nebraska Avenue, Santa Monica 90404. Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding a Planning Commission recommendation of denial, and staff findings and recommendation of approval subject to conditions. Exhibits were on display and Mr. Merrell discussed the features of the proposal, including the internal circulation system and grading and landform alterations, and reviewed _ the Planning Commission's objections. He cited the Traffic Commission recommendation for interim secondary access by paving a portion of the equestrian trail, and the Equestrian Commission's concerns regarding steepness of the trails and use for emergency access. He advised that the plans on display corrected the trail grade problems cited by the Commission. Councilman Bland inquired as to the placement of trees shown on the plan and was advised of the landscaping condition of approval. -4- 11/16/82 453 Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Buchheim opened the Public Hearing and the following persons responded: (1) Scott Sheridan, applicant, 455 North Las Palmas, Los Angeles, spoke in support of the project and advised that this portion of the Hunt Club is superior to the front portion due to reduced grading and landform alteration, implementation of new grading techniques, a higher ratio of equestrian lots, and a self-contained traffic circulation system. He advised that landscaping was upgraded for marketability and mitigation of grading impacts and that they intend to place trees as shown on the plans on display. There being no further response, Mayor Buchheim closed the Hearing with the right to reopen at any time. Certification of Draft Environmental Impact Report: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to certify the draft Environmental Impact Report as adequate, noting that it is an informational document and that said certification should not be construed as either approval or denial of the project. Approval of Residential Concept Plan, Growth Management 82-1: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess that the Resolution of approval be adopted with the following amendment: (1) Condition No. 4 - a reference to the full planning palette as exhibited is to be made part of the landscaping plan. (2) Condition No. 5 - a section (b) is to be added requiring installation of the full landscaping plan and completion of grading. RESOLUTION NO. 82-11-16-1. RESIDENT tli Uwln 1- •Imre mnnnr) - t•. iVSJULU'1'1U1V Ur anE t;lay OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT PLANS FOR GM 82-1 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer -5- 11/16/82 454 Approval of Point Rating: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to approve a point rating of 50 points. Approval of Rezone 82-8: 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 introduced: ORDINANCE NO. 477, REZONE 82-8 (CAPISTRANO PARTNERS) - 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 NO. 650-391-04, LOT 134 OF TRACT 6305, FROM GM (GROWTH MANAGEMENT) TO 90 EL (20,000) AND EL The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Friess, Bland, Schwartze, and Mayor Buchheim NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer APPEAL OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S DECISION - ZONE VARIANCE FOR PATIO COVER ENCROACHMENT (WHIPPLE/SMITH) (95) Proposal: Appeal of the October 6, 1982, Zoning Administrator's conditional approval of a zone variance to reduce the required 10' side -yard setback for an existing patio cover located at 25901 Calle Ricardo. Appellant: Jack Smith, 25921 Calle Ricardo, San Juan Capistrano. Property Owner: James and Susan Whipple, 25901 Calle Ricardo, San Juan Capistrano. Written Communications: (1) Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding background information and a staff recommendation to reverse the Zoning Administrator's decision and deny the variance. -6- 11/16/82 455 (2) Memorandum dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, submitting an amended attachment E regarding distances between the homes, patio, and fence. Mr. Merrell reviewed the issues involved, noting the Zoning Administrator had approved the variance with the conditions that the patio overhang along the property line be removed and that proper building permits be obtained and fees paid. He advised that staff recommended denial of the variance based on the inability to make the four positive mandatory findings for approval. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Buchheim opened the Public Hearing and the following persons responded: (1) Jack Smith, appellant, addressed the Zoning Administrator's finding for approval; concurred with staff findings that there are no special circumstances; and cited setting of a precedent if the variance were approved. Mr. Smith cited a letter addressed to the City dated October 6, 1982, regarding the matter and requested it be included with the appeal material. (2) Jim Whipple, property owner, cited agreement with the Zoning Administrator's approval with modifications, and asked that the Hearing be continued to allow his attorney to be present, to allow review of the letter from Mr. Smith to the City, and because of special circumstances that should be reviewed in person. There being no one else wishing to address the Council, Mayor Buchheim closed the Hearing with the right to reopen at any time. Continuation to December 7, 1982: In order to allow review of the additional information referenced by both parties, it was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Bland and unanimously carried to continue the Public Hearing to the next meeting of December 7, 1982. 4. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - ZONE VARIANCE 82-24 PARKING DEFICIENCIES DUE TO PROPOSED EXPANSION OF USE (CAPISTRANO DEPOT/TYSON) (95) Proposal: Appeal of a tie vote at the October 26, 1982, Planning Commission meeting resulting in failure to approve a zone variance submitted for relief from a requirement to provide -7- 11/16/82 4 41 additional on-site parking spaces in conjunction with construction of a patio at the front of the Capistrano Depot. Plans to enclose the existing patio and to construct the new patio were approved by the Commission at the October 26 meeting. Appellant: Jim and Pete Tyson, c/o The Capistrano Depot Restaurant, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, forwarding staff findings with regard to special circumstances applicable to the property, and a recommendation of approval subject to the condition that the appellant participate in the Downtown Parking District. Exhibits were on display and Mr. Merrell made an oral report, citing the unusual circumstance of heavy patronage by Amtrak riders, which reduces the need for as much parking as the Code requires. He submitted and discussed a revised condition to require execution of an agreement to provide additional parking, by an acceptable alternative method, only if circumstances change and the need becomes apparent. Public Hearing: Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Buchheim opened the Public Hearing and the following person responded: (1) Jim Tyson, appellant, submitted additional documentation in support of the adequacy of the current parking situation; noted that Amtrak commuters currently using the Depot parking lot and will, upon completion, use the Multi -Modal Terminal parking lot, freeing additional parking spaces for patrons of the restaurant; stated that standards of the Code have been met due to special circumstances. He questioned the need for the agreement, but advised that if it were to be required he would prefer that it be a joint agreement between the Depot, the City and the Multi -Modal Terminal; and, that the agreement have an expiration date for the provision of additional parking. Council Discussion: Councilman Friess stated that the revised parking agreement condition would protect both the restaurant and the City; that implementation of a time limit would be appropriate. Mayor Buchheim advised that concerns have been expressed by merchants in the downtown area that the parking situation be handled fairly and equitably for everyone. Councilman Bland suggested granting the variance and reviewing the situation after the Multi -Modal Terminal commences operation. Councilman Schwartze stated that unique circumstances exist which deserve special consideration. -8- 11/16/82 457' Continuation to December 7, 1982: It was moved by Councilman Friess and seconded by Councilman Schwartze to certify the issuance of a Negative Declaration and to approve the zone variance, but to withhold action on the resolution of approval for further consideration at the next Council meeting. The motion was subsequently withdrawn and with the concurrence of Mr. Tyson, it was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland and unanimously carried to continue the Hearing to the meeting of December 7, 1982. Councilmen Bland and Friess, the Director of Community Planning and Development, and Mr. Tyson will meet to further discuss the issues. ORDINANCES AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, COLOR AND REFLECTIVITY OF NEW CUSTOM HOMES IN HIGH -VISIBILITY HILLSIDE (55) Written Communications: (1) Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, advising that the Peppertree Bend tract should be excluded from the Color and Reflectivity Code Amendment due to provisions in the Peppertree Bend Annexation Agreement, and recommending that the revised map specifying which areas of the City are to be subject to the proposed amendment be referred back to the Planning Commission for report and recommendation. (2) Letter dated November 8, 1982, from Billie and Jim Mulder, 2147 Vista Entrada, Newport Beach, in opposition to the proposed Code Amendment. (3) Letter dated November 11, 1982, from Jack H. Hamilton, 234 Monarch Bay, Laguna Beach, in opposition to the proposed Code Amendment. (4) Letter dated November 12, 1982, from Robert O. Hill, President, Bear Brand Ranch Community Association, stating their position that the proposed Code Amendment would not apply to the Peppertree Bend tract, and advising that their Architectural Committee will consider reflectivity when reviewing plans. (5) Letter dated November 15, 1982, from Dr, and Mrs. Thomas Acomb, 27856 Puerta Real, Suite 340, Mission Viejo, in opposition to the proposed Code Amendment. -9- 11/16/82 Public Comment: (1)Walter Wood, 25801 Paseo de la Paz, representing the Hunt Club Architectural Committee, discussed the exemption of the Peppertree Bend tract; stated that the Hunt Club Architectural Committee also has control over building in the tract; suggested that research be done to determine if the Hunt Club is exempt also. _ Mr. Merrell clarified that the Hunt Club had been exempted from the Hillside Guidelines, which had at one time addressed color and reflectivity, but would not be exempt from the proposed Code Amendment; that there is no relationship between the present exemption of the Peppertree Bend tract and the Hunt Club. Referral to Planning Commission: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Mayor Buchheim to table the matter indefinitely. The motion subsequently failed with Councilmen Friess, Bland, and Mayor Buchheim voting in the negative. It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland to refer the Code Amendment back to the Planning Commission for report and recommendation on the map deleting Peppertree Bend from the provisions of the amendment. The motion carried, with Councilman Schwartze voting in the negative. BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS 1. AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION DESIGN ENGINEERING SERVICES - (38) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, forwarding an agreement with Woodside/Kubota and Associates for preparation of street improvement plans for widening of the Del Obispo Street/Alipaz Street intersection. Funds in the amount of $10,000 have been allocated for design services. The project is part of the County's Arterial Highway Financing Program; the City's participative share is $5,000. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Mayor Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the agreement for construction design services with Woodside/Kubota and Associates of Santa Ana, in the amount of $10,000, for widening of the Del Obispo Street/Alipaz Street intersection. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Councilman Schwartze noted the unusual circumstances in awarding the bid, and the Director of Public Works advised that this had been a long-term project with prior involvement by the engineering firm. -10- 11/16/82 459 2. RIGHT-OF-WAY PURCHASE, DEL OBISPO STREET/ALIPAZ STREET IX77VDT A 0 I (73) Written Communications: 3. (1) Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, recommending approval of the grant deed to purchase the necessary right-of-way in conjunction with widening of the Del Obispo Street/Alipaz Street intersection. The City will be required to remove the existing structure within the proposed right-of-way and to construct a new driveway for access to the property. The purchase price is $169,000 and, since the project is part of the County's Arterial Highway Financing Program, the City's participative share is $84,950. (2) Memorandum dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, forwarding a revised recommendation to include approval of a purchase agreement and amended escrow instructions. Approval of Purchase: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Bland and unanimously carried to approve and accept the Grant Deed for the right-of-way purchase at Del Obispo Street and Alipaz Street from Mr. and Mrs. Reginaldo Nieblas, in the amount of $169,000, to approve the right-of-way purchase agreement and the amended escrow instructions dated November 8, 1982. Staff was directed to deposit $169,000 in Escrow No. 1350596 -KS with First American Title Insurance Company. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the appropriate documents. (38) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, forwarding a letter agreement with the firm of Moore and Taber for provision of the geotechnical review necessary for design of the Camino Capistrano bridge at San Juan Creek. Funds in the amount of $130,000 have been budgeted for the project; requested compensation for geotechnical review services is $6,700. Approval of Agreement: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to approve the Letter Agreement dated October 25, 1982, from Moore and Taber, Consulting Engineers and Geologists, in the amount of $6,700, for provision of geotechnical review services for the Camino Capistrano bridge at San Juan Creek project. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. -11- 11/16/82 460 4. LEASE - HARRISON HOUSE AND PARRA (38) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Senior Administrative Assistant, forwarding an agreement for an extension of the lease of the. Harrison House and Parra Adobe to the Capistrano Indian Council for a period of one year. Approval of Extension of Lease: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to approve the Agreement for Extension of Lease of City Property for Office and Museum between the City and the Capistrano Indian Council for the operation and maintenance of the Harrison House and Parra Adobe. The one-year extension will begin on December 1, 1982, at the annual lease payment of $1.00. RECESS AND RECONVENE The Council recessed at 9:08 p.m., to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment Agency, and reconvened at 9:20 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1. UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING - GLENDALE FEDERAL PLANNED COMMUNIT' TRACTS 10318 AND 10319 (LOMAS SAN JUAN) (85) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, recommending that pursuant to Council action of July 6, 1982, undergrounding of Segments A and B would be required as a condition for waiving the undergrounding of Segment D of the existing overhead utility line through the Glendale Federal planned community. The report provides cost estimates for utility undergrounding in Segments A and B. Mr. Merrell made an oral report; Councilman Friess noted the financial impacts and expenditures of "up -front" costs. Dick Rebal, representing Glendale Federal Savings, noted the costs involved; cited concurrence with the staff recommendation; advised that meetings are being held with San Diego Gas and Electric regarding the proposed alignments; and, expressed the hope that undergrounding requirements can be worked out fairly. -12- 11/16/82 461 Confirmation of Waiver: It was moved by Councilman Friess, seconded by Councilman Bland and unanimously carried to confirm the waiver of the City's underground requirement for the Segment D overhead utilities shown on Attachment A of the November 16, 1982, staff report, subject to the following conditions and with the provision that the City Manager work with staff to identify ways the City can work with Glendale Federal to mitigate the impacts of expenditures: (1) The Glendale Federal PC developer(s) shall be responsible for the underground conversion of overhead utility Segments A, B, and C as shown on Attachment A of the November 16, 1982, staff report. (2) Undergrounding within the planned community, future relocation of overhead lines, interim maintenance of existing overhead lines, and other details of the total utility undergrounding/overhead relocation plan for the planned community shall be in accordance with Attachment A. (3) The final design of the overhead utility relocation, including precise alignment and width of the utility easement, pole locations, etc., consistent with Attachment A, shall be approved by the Director of Community Planning and Development and the Director of Public Works prior to recordation of any easement documents. (4) The easement for the relocated overhead lines shall be a maximum of 20 feet in width. The instrument of conveyance; i.e., Deed of Easement to the San Diego Gas and Electric Company shall, as an integral part of the transfer of any right-of-way, specifically state that: (a) only poles shall be used at each support location. No framework towers shall be used. (b) The right to enforce such restriction shall be granted to the City of San Juan Capistrano. (5) A landscape plan to provide a visual buffer parallel to the relocated overhead utility lines shall be submitted to the Director of Community Planning and Development prior to acceptance of public improvements for Tracts 10318 and 10319. Landscaping shall be installed during development of the first phase of Parcel C. (6) Telephone service to the Krum and Reed Reservoirs shall remain in the present overhead configurations until development of Parcel C. The City shall determine the permanent method of service to said reservoirs during review of development plans for Parcel C. -13- 11/16/82 462 2 PARKLAND DEDICATION - GLENDALE FEDERAL PLANNED COMMUNITY TRACTS 10318 AND 10319 (85) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Community Planning and Development, recommending approval of the dedication of approximately 4.6 acres south of San Juan Creek to satisfy requirements for dedication of land for public parks in conjunction with Tracts 10318 and 10319. The report advises that the proposed dedication is in excess of the 1.26 -acre requirement and recommends that the excess be credited toward meeting the parkland requirements for future tracts in the Glendale Federal Planned Community. The proposed land is shown on the City's Cook Park Master Plan as a future tennis court complex. Continuation: At the request of Staff and with the concurrence of the Council, Mayor Buchheim directed that the item be continued to the Council meeting of December 21, 1982. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. PLANT OPERATION STATUS REPORT (SERRA) (79) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, regarding progress on personnel recruitment for operation of the SERRA Treatment Plant following termination of the contract operator services on December 14, 1982. The Director of Public Works advised that at their meeting of November 10, 1982, the SERRA Board took action to approve an $82,000 expenditure for materials and supplies for start-up of the plant operations on December 14; further, that the Board will be making determinations on major capital expenditures and the Council will receive budgets for review and approval. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Buchheim ordered the report received and filed. 2. REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION, CAPISTRANO TERRACE MOBILEHOME (25) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Public Works, forwarding a request from H. Glen Fishbach, Managing General Partner of the Capistrano Terrace Mobilehome Park for a 45 -day extension to January 15, 1983, for completion of the fire hydrant installation at the mobilehome park. Councilman Schwartze suggested that the mobilehome park may not be in compliance with State law in terms of the proximity of the coaches, and staff was directed to -14- 11/16/82 4 63} investigate the matter and submit an off -agenda report. Mayor Buchheim advised that the time extension was requested because plans had not been submitted in a timely fashion by the park owner. Approval of Time Extension: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to extend the completion date of the required fire hydrant system from December 1, 1982, to January 15, 1983. DIRECTOR OF RECREATION 1. IN -SCHOOL RECREATION PROGRAM - BUDGET AMENDMENT (SERRA (62) Written Communications: Report dated November 16, 1982, from the Director of Recreation, advising that complaints have been received regarding students from the Serra Continuation School loitering in the neighboring shopping center and residential area during school hours, and requesting a budget amendment to hire a Recreational Leader to supervise an in -school recreation program on the campus from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Monday - Friday. The Director of Recreation advised that the program will be evaluated for inclusion in next year's budget. Councilman Friess noted that a similar program has been used successfully in Irvine. Approval of Budget Amendment: It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman Friess and unanimously carried to amend the 1982-83 Fiscal Recreation Department Budget, in the amount of $2,877, for hiring of a Recreation Leader to supervise an in -school recreation program at the Serra Continuation School; and, to amend the Small Tools and Equipment portion of the budget, in the amount of $1,000, for items to be used in the program. COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES PLANNING COMMISSION 1. REPORT OF MEETING OF NOVEMBER 9, 1982 (67) The Report of actions taken by the Planning Commission at their meeting of November 9, 1982, was ordered received and filed. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. TRAFFIC SIGNAL - CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND ORTEGA HIGHWAY (82) At the request of Councilman Bland, staff was directed to monitor the timing of the traffic signal at Camino Capistrano and Ortega Highway. -15- 11/16/82 464 2. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES MEETING (61) Councilman Schwartze encouraged attendance at the November 18 League of California Cities meeting at the Marine Corps Air Station at E1 Toro; use of the base as a regional airport will be discussed. CLOSED SESSION The Council recessed to a Closed Session at 9:45 p.m., for discussion of legal matters, the City Clerk being excused therefrom, and reconvened at 10:23 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:24 p.m. to December 7, 1982, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. ATTEST: / �JAgRENCE F. MCAITRIM, MAYOR Respectfully submitted, l MARY ANN VER, CI CLERK -16- 11/16/82