79-1003_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting56
OCTOBER 3, 1979
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 Friess at
7:04 P.M., in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Father Ernest
Sillers, St. Margaret's Episcopal Church.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Kenneth E. Friess, Mayor
Gary L. Hausdorfer,i bLyor pro tem
Lawrence F. Buchheim, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
James F. Thorpe, Councilman
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: James S. Mocalis, City Manager; E. Phillip Hale,
Assistant City Manager/Director of Administrative Services;
William D. Murphy, Director of Public Works/City Engineer;
Thomas G. Merrell, Director of Community Planning and Development;
James S. Okazaki, City Attorney; Mary Ann Hanover, City Clerk.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of September 19, 1979:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Hausdorfer that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 19,
1979, be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Thorpe,
Buchheim and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman Thorpe
that all Ordinances be read by title only. The motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Thorpe,
Buchheim and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE - ASSEMBLYWOMAN BERGESON'S OFFICE
(51) Julie Froeberg, Administrative Assistant to 74th District
Assemblywoman Marian Bergeson, made an oral presentation of
State legislative action of concern to cities. Council was
previously advised that Mrs. Bergeson had been called out of
State due to a family emergency.
Council noted that a Community Forum will be held by
Mrs. Bergeson on October 20 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., in the
City Council Chamber and that they would like to discuss
regional transportation and State Forestry concerns. Mayor
Friess expressed the City's appreciation to Ms. Froeberg
for her presentation.
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2. COMMENDATION - TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER KAUFMAN
(23) Acceptance o£ Resignation:
(36) It was moved by Councilt an Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to accept the resignation
effective October 1, 1979, from Jerry Kaufman.
Commendation:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to authorize the Mayor to
sign the Certificate of Commendation in recognition of Mr.
Kaufman's service to the community as as bmber of the Traffic
and Transportation Commission from April 5, 1978, to October 1,
1979.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. REQUEST FOR ORDINANCE REGULATING PARKING OF
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
(64) Ken Glandt, 25601 Via Solis, presented a petition signed by
(72) approximately 70 residents of Mission Bell Ranch requesting
that an Ordinance be adopted to limit parking of recreational
vehicles on residential streets, due to hazards created by
reduced visibility. Mr. Glandt also cited concerns with
aesthetics and street cleaning and requested that the aim be to
enforce parking of such vehicles in driveways rather than
prohibiting parking. Ordinances on the subject from three
other cities were also presented.
Referral to Traffic and Transportation Commission:
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Friess directed that
the proposal be referred to the Traffic and Transportation
Commission for Public Hearing and recommendation to the Council.
Council noted possible enforcement problems and suggested that
the Commission consider size and types of vehicles that would
create problems of visibility and also address the problem of
persons living in recreational vehicles parked on City streets.
Monica Glandt, 25601 Via Solis, and William Edmundson, also
stated their support for the proposed ordinance.
2. MEREDITH CANYON TRACTS 8319 AND 8087 -
RELEASE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BONDS/LANDSCAPING STATUS REPORT
(85) Judy Jamroz, 33511 Calle Miramar, representing Meredith Canyon
Community Association, advised that the Board of Directors
takes issue with the release of Public Improvement Bonds to
the Meredith Company and requested that Council withhold any
action until the Association's independent soils engineering
report is complete. Mrs. Jamroz advised that items of on-going
concern are landscaping, the settling basin, and a slide _
condition. Mayor Friess urged the Association to have the
report completed by October 17.
Continuation of Items:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried that the staff report on
the proposed release of public improvement bonds and the
landscaping status report be held over for consideration
at the meeting of October 17, 1979.
3. COMMISSION REPRESENTATION
(23) Ilse Byrnes, Equestrian Commission, advised that she was present
to answer any questions with regard to recommendations made
by the Commission.
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4. CONSTRUCTION NOISE, PACIFIC TELEPHONE BUILDING ADDITION
(72 Tom Crandall, Crandall and Sons Contractors, requested that
(59) the Stop Work Order issued pursuant to Council direction of
September 19 be lifted in conjunction with the work in
progress at the Pacific Telephone site on Camino del Avion.
The City Manager advised that the City has been assured that
project work will not commence before 7:00 a.m., nor occur
on Saturdays or Sundays; the contractor had no knowledge of
the incident causing the Stop Work Order, which was the removal
of heavy equipment late at night.
Cancellation of Stop Work Order:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to direct staff to cancel
the Stop Work Order permanently in this instance; the violation
of City noise regulations is referred to the City Attorney
for appropriate action; any future violations will be subject
to additional Stop Work Orders.
Mr. Crandall advised that the contractor for the equipment
rental company will be prosecuted.
Councilman Thorpe suggested that when construction is to occur
adjacent to residential areas the work not commence prior to
8:00 a.m., as a condition of approval. Sheriff's Lt. LaDucer
advised that the incident had been discussed with the Deputy
on duty.
5. EQUESTRIAN TRAILS
(23) Daniel Beal, 39819 Calle Chueca, Chairman of the California
Dressage Society, inquired into the status of General Plan
equestrian trail implementation in the City.
Mayor Friess outlined the status of trails to be implemented
through subdivision developments.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. DRAINAGE CONDITION, 33052 COMMODORE COURT (WHITE)
(80) With Council concurrence, Mayor Friess directed that the letter
dated September 28, 1979, from Mr. and Mrs. Art White, 33052
Commodore Court, citing a drainage problem, be scheduled on
the Agenda of October 17 for a staff report.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT 9339, DIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM
PURPOSES (WOODCREST WERTIN)
(85) Proposal:
A one -lot subdivision for a 7.1 -acre parcel of land located
at the corner of Del Obispo Street and Alipaz Street, which
would create 56 air space condominiums from a previously
approved apartment complex currently under construction.
Applicant:
Woodcrest Development Company, Inc., 2081 Business Center
Drive, Suite 200, Irvine.
Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development forwarding the recommendation of
approval made by the Planning Commission on September 11.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Friess opened
the Public Hearing and, there being no response, declared the
Hearing closed.
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Approval of Tentative Tract 9339:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 79-10-3-1, TENTATIVE TRACT 9339
(WERTIN/WOODCREST) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
CONDITIONALLY APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT 9339
(WERTIN/WOODCREST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC.)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Thorpe
and Buchheim
NOES: Mayor Friess
ABSENT: None
Mayor Friess noted his concern that the Tract was previously
approved as an apartment complex and re -submitted as a
condominium project. Councilman Schwartze noted that it
will be necessary to establish a clear position in opposition
to rent control if the City wishes to attract apartment
construction.
2. TENTATIVE TRACT 9786, REQUEST FOR CHANGE IN GROWTH MANAGEMENT
ALLOCATION (BLACK MOUNTAIN VILLAS)
(85) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development recommending that the Hearing be
continued to October 17, 1979, to allow staff to prepare a
revised Residential Allocation Schedule.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Friess
opened the Public Hearing, and the following persons responded:
(1) Ben Wallman, representing Patrick Development Company,
concurred with the two-week continuance.
Continuation:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to continue the Public Hearing
to the Council meeting of Wednesday, October 17, 1979, at
7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber.
ORDINANCES
1. EXTRACTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
(RE -INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 391)
(55) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development forwarding a revised Ordinance as
directed by Council on September 19.
The City Attorney read the title of the Ordinance. Further
reading had been waived earlier in the meeting. It was
moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Buchheim
that the following Ordinance be re -introduced:
ORDINANCE NO. 391, NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION FEE -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, REGULATING AND ESTABLISHING THE PERMITS
AND FEES REQUIRED FOR THE EXTRACTION OF NATURAL
RESOURCES AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE NO. 25 AND NO. 365
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Thorpe,
Buchheim and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTIONS
1. EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION PLAN
(66) Proposal:
Adoption of the Employee Compensation Plan, pursuant to the
approved Memoranda of Understanding.
Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Manager.
Continuance to October 17:
The City Manager requested that the Resolution be held over
for consideration on October 17 for correction of the schedules,
and Council concurred with the request.
Councilman Thorpe noted that the schedules for management
and classified personnel should be the same; the City Manager
advised that amendments would require a change in the Memoranda
of Understanding, but that it could be accomplished next year.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. ORTEGA PROPERTIES ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 78-3
AGREEMENT FOR UTILITY CONSULTING
(74) It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
(37) Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the Agreement
for Engineering Services with Utility Planning, Inc., of
Newport Beach for consultant services in conjunction with
Assessment District 78-3 in an amount not to exceed $9,000,
as set forth in the report dated October 3, 1979, from the
Director of Public Works. The Mayor and City Clerk are
authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City.
2. AGREEMENT FOR SEWER AND STREET CONSTRUCTION ON
(38) With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Friess directed that
the item be held over for consideration at the meeting of
October 17, as requested by the Director of Public Works.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by
Hausdorfer that
following items
carried by the
AYES:
NOES:
Councilman Schwartze and seconded by Councilman
the staff recommendations be accepted for the
listed on the Consent Calendar. The motion
following vote:
Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Thorpe,
Buchheim and Mayor Friess
None
ABSENT: None
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APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
(41) The List of Demands dated October 3, 1979, Warrants Nos. 17719
through 17788, inclusive, and 1911 Act Acount Warrants Nos.
241 and 242, in the total amount of $434,788.80, is approved
as submitted.
2. REPORT OF
(23) The Report of Actions taken by the Equestrian Commission at
the meeting of September 24, 1979, is ordered received and
filed.
3.
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SSION MEETINGS _
(23) The Report of Actions taken by the Traffic and Transportation
Commission at the meetings of September 6 and September 20,
1979, is ordered received and filed.
4,
ND OCCUPANCY
(25) The request for release of occupancy for Phases I and II of
(85) Tract 8485 is approved and staff is authorized to issue the
Certificates of Occupancy contingent on all necessary final
inspections. The phasing of Tract 8485 was approved by
Council on September 5th.
5. APPROVAL OF TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION
GLEN COVE (DIVISION OF LAND 78-2)
(74) This item was held over from the meeting of September 19,
(85) 1979.
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The determination of the Tree Inspector is confirmed for the
removal of six trees - 2 avocado and 4 California pepper trees,
located within the limits of grading for the proposed Shadetree
Lane in Division of Land 78-2.
ON AND FINAL REPORT -
(83) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Public Works
advising that the 1979 Major Street Repairs have been completed
by Griffith Company. The payment status is as follows:
Total project cost $51,986.82
Less 10% retention 5,198.68
Less previous payments 0
Amount Due $46,788.14
Acceptance of Work:
The following Resolution is adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 79-10-3-2, COMPLETION OF MAJOR STREET
REPAIRS - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING WORK TO
BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF MAJOR STREET REPAIRS
The Resolution accepts the work and directs the City Clerk to
forward the Notice of Completion to the County Recorder within
10 days; payment is authorized to Griffith Company in the
amount of $46,788.14; payment of the 10% retention is authorized
35 days after recordation of the Notice of Completion.
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7. CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES AND DAMAGES (GOODMAN)
(35) The Claim filed on September 12, 1979, by Gerald T. Mydland
on behalf of Sandra Goodman for personal injuries and damages
resulting from an accident allegedly occurring on Los Rios
Street on August 13, 1979, is denied and referred to the
City's Insurance Carrier, Carl Warren and Company.
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CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 78-2
(74) Change Order No. 1, providing for the deletion of Item No. 6,
the removal and relocation of six palm trees is approved.
The palm trees were removed by and at the expense of the new
owners of the trees.
9. EXCHANGE OF FINANCIAL SURETY,
32072 CAMINO CAPISTRANO (FITZPATRICK)
(38) The bond in the amount of $5,000 for public improvements at
(74) 32072 Camino Capistrano is released subsequent to receipt
of a check in the amount of $5,000 and commencement of
construction on the Camino Capistrano project.
REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS OF SEPTEMBER 25, 1979
(67) This report was removed from the Consent Calendar for considera-
tion of Item No. 11, a recommendation from the Planning
Commission that the City Council request a study and recom-
mendation from the Economic Development Committee on expansion
of the Growth Management Ordinance to include commercial and
industrial projects.
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze that no Council action be taken on the Planning
Commission recommendation. The motion failed to pass with
Councilmen Hausdorfer, Thorpe and Mayor Friess dissenting.
Referral to Economic Development Committee:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer and seconded by Councilman
Schwartze to initiate a study of the impacts of commercial and
industrial growth within the City and that the Economic
Development Committee be requested to submit a recommendation
on the expansion of the Growth Management Ordinance to include
commercial and industrial projects. The motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze and
Mayor Friess
NOES: Councilmen Thorpe and Buchheim
ABSENT: None
Motion to Receive and File Report:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried that the remainder of the
Report of Actions be received and filed.
(32) City Council Agenda - Reports of Planning Commission Actions:
There was a consensus of Council that future Reports of Planning
Commission Actions not be scheduled on the Consent Calendar
portion of City Council Agendas.
TRACTS 8319 AND 8087 -
RELEASE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BONDS (MEREDITH)
(85) This report was continued to the meeting of October 17 by
earlier Council action.
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FOR SEWER AND
(73) It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
(85) Buchheim and unanimously carried to accept the following
deeds from Fredricks Development Corporation:
(1) Easement Deed for equestrian purposes over portions
of Lot C and Lot D of Tract 6381 is dedicated to
the City; and,
(2) Easement Deed for sewer and storm drain purposes
over Lot C, Tract 6381 is dedicated to the City.
The equestrian easement will link the equestrian trail
adjacent to the O'Neill Ranch with Horno Creek; the sewer
easement provides for a force main from a sewage pump station
adjacent to Horno Creek to the existing sewer in Mission
Hills Drive.
(32) Inclusion of Legal Descriptions wi
Council concurred with the recomme
Schwartze that legal descriptions
mation provided in reports listed
with the condition that a location
are included in the reports.
th Consent
Items:
ndation ottered by Councilm
not be included with infor-
on the Consent Calendar,
map and status statement
TEMPORARY ORTEGA HIGHWAY DETOUR - REMOVAL OF OVERHEAD UTILITIES
(90) It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
(44) Schwartze and unanimously carried to accept the detour plan
submitted by staff for closure of Ortega Highway to allow the
Pacific Telephone Company to remove overhead telephone lines.
Ortega Highway will be closed to through traffic between
Ganado Road and Sundance Drive from 7:00 a.m., to 10:00 a.m.,
Sunday, October 7, 1979. Traffic will be re-routed to Calle
Arroyo during the closure. Caltrans will furnish all personnel
and signs on Ortega Highway; Pacific Telephone will furnish
detour signs on Calle Arroyo. All costs will be borne by
Caltrans and Pacific Telephone.
Mayor Friess requested that personnel be provided to direct
traffic and that a Sheriff's unit be at the site.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. PROPOSED EXPANSION OF PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMBERSHIP AND DUTIES
(67) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Manager regarding
the proposal for expansion of the Planning Commission to seven
members and an expansion of Commission duties to include those
of the Architectural Board of Review and the Traffic and
Transportation Commission, as directed by Council on August 29.
(32) Council -Commission -Board Workshops:
In response to concerns expressed by Commission members with
the lack of information at the beginning of the development
review process, Mayor Friess suggested that joint monthly
meetings be held with all members of the City's commissions
and boards and the City Council to receive information and
explore community attitudes in a workshop setting, preferably
in the Dance Hall. Mayor Friess suggested that the first
such meeting be held on Wednesday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m.,
with traffic and circulation as the topic; meetings in future
months would be for the purpose of discussing pending projects.
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The meeting format suggested would include: (1) staff general
comments and reports; (2) separation into groups of 5 for
group consensus; and; (3) group report to the entire body.
Ground rules would include: (1) discussion would be limited
to Council, Commission and Board members with no public comment;
(2) the purpose would be to discuss and identify issues and
receive input with no decision-making. Continuation of such
meetings would be evaluated after a couple of months.
Council concurred with the suggestions as outlined above; a
letter is to be sent to each member that attendance by every
commissioner and board member is expected at the meeting of
October 24.
Proposed Assignment of Duties to Planning Commissioners:
Mayor Friess suggested that major projects in the City be
identified and that individual Planning Commissioners be
assigned to oversee individual projects such as the San Joaquin
Corridor, hillside grading, general plan elements, etc.
Councilman Schwartze noted that such assignments should only
be undertaken if Commissioners feel it would be beneficial,
and no action was taken on the suggestion.
Expansion of Planning Commission Received and Filed:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer and seconded by Councilman
Schwartze to receive and file the report and take no action to
expand the Planning Commission membership or its duties. The
motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: Councilman Thorpe
ABSENT: None
2. PROPOSED APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL MEMBER AND PLANNING
(23) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Manager, as
directed by Council on September 5, recommending that no
action be taken to add a Council Member and Planning Commissioner
to the Environmental Review Board.
Dee Tyler, Chairman of the Planning Commission advised that the
Planning Commission had unanimously recommended appointment of
a Commissioner to the Board; as Chairman, she had expressed
her opinion that the Board function should remain technical
in nature.
Environmental Review Board Agenda Format:
Council concurred with Mayor Friess that the Environmental
Review Board Agendas include a brief synopsis of the items
under consideration and that copies of the Agendas be sent to
all Commissioners.
Councilman Schwartze questioned the legality of the proposed
appointments. Councilman Thorpe questioned the decisions
being made by the Board, especially with regard to amendments
to grading plans, trees, and policy decisions.
Consultant Evaluation of Planning Process:
Council concurred with Mayor Friess' suggestion that a charge
of the consultant proposed to be hired to evaluate the planning
process include meeting with each Council Member and each
Planning Commissioner to discuss viewpoints on Environmental
Review Board make-up and decision-making as they relate to
organizational policies.
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Proposed Appointments to Environmental Review Board:
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, and seconded by Councilman
Buchheim to make appointments of a Planning Commissioner and
a Council Member to the Environmental Review Board. The
motion failed to carry with Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze,
Buchheim and Mayor Friess dissenting.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 9:10 p.m., and reconvened at 9:22 p.m.
3. CIVIC CENTER - CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
LEASE PROPOSAL
(34) Written Communications: _
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Manager forwarding
a letter dated September 20, 1979, from Jerome Thornsley,
District Superintendent.
At their meeting of September 17, 1979, the School Board
authorized the resubmittal of the April 4, 1979, District
offer to the City pertaining to the Capistrano School site.
The proposal includes the following:
(1) District and City develop a mutually agreeable master
plan for the 10 -acre Capistrano School site which would
include:
(a) A plan that would permit, at some time in the
future, the location of CUSD's administrative
offices tied in with those of the City, i.e.,
separate administrative offices but possibly
common facilities for reception, cafeteria,
board room, etc.
(b) A lease agreement between CUSD and the City for
the City's use of existing school facilities
for City Hall offices, etc., until such time
the City could build new structures on the
property.
(c) CUSD would continue to use the maintenance
facilities at the Capistrano site until such
time they could be shifted to the Education
Center location (property currently being
condemned adjacent to the Center).
(2) For the City's right to a long-term lease agreement
with CUSD, including interim use of the existing
school facilities, the City would purchase 14
relocatable classrooms (set up and equipped, estimated
to cost $40,000 each -- total $560,000).
(3) If the County Library goes on the Capistrano School
site, the $135,000 for Capistrano Valley High School
tennis courts would be provided.
Conditional Approval of School District Proposal:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to approve the proposal as
submitted by the Capistrano Unified School District on
April 4, 1979, as the City's final offer with the conditions
that $250,000 of the lease payment be applied toward the
purchase price of the property should the District sell the
property within the term of the lease; that the purchase cost
of the relocatable classrooms, as set forth in Paragraph No. 2,
not exceed a total of $560,000; and, that a response be
received from the School District within 30 days. Staff is
authorized to meet with representatives of the School District
to discuss particulars of the proposal.
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The City Manager advised that
a branch library on the site
consideration within 30 days.
We
the lease with the County for
should be available for Council
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
1. CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT,_ AREA A, DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA
(68) Written Communications:
(1) Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of
Community Planning and Development requesting
clarification of Council direction of September 5,
1979, resulting from discussion of recommendations
from the Economic Development Committee on proposed
development of Area "A" of the Central Business District.
(2) Memorandum received October 2, 1979, from Win Lievsay,
Western States Development Corporation and Seaside
Ranchos forwarding a traffic overlay development policy
for Area A and traffic flow alternatives for specific
parcels.
Mr. Lievsay addressed the Council in support of the adoption
of the development policy. Mr. Robert Dolley and Mr. Lynn
Geronime also addressed the Council.
Council members advised that in their opinion an overlay of
traffic circulation should be part of the planning process
and there was a consensus of Council that the project proceed
through the normal process of review by appropriate boards
and commissions.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
1. APPROVAL OF REVISED SERRA BUDGETS, PROJECT COMMITTEE
NO. 2 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TREATMENT PLANT
(79) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, £rom the Director of Public
Works forwarding revised budgets for the Project Committees
reflecting increases in contract services for the 1979-80
fiscal year, as approved by the SERRA Board of Directors on
September 10, 1979.
Approval of Revised Budgets:
It was moved by Councilman Hausdorfer, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to approve the following
revised budgets:
Total Budget City Cost Allocation
Project
Committee No. 2 $1,181,700 $258,218
Project
Committee No. 3 197,718 12,510 quarterly
2. CHANNELIZATION OF SAN JUAN CREEK ROAD
(83) Written Communications:
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works forwarding a proposed striping plan for San Juan
Creek Road including two travel lanes in each direction
and seven -foot bicycle lanes in each direction.
Councilman Thorpe suggested that funds be designated for
bicycle lane striping each year; Mayor Friess suggested
that the striping extend along the unpaved portion of La
Novia Avenue.
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Approval of Channelization Plan:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the channelization
plan on San Juan Creek Road between Valle Road and La Novia
Avenue as submitted.
COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW BOARD
1. REVIEW OF COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
JUNIPERO SERRA ROAD
(68) Written Communications:
(44) Report dated October 3, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works setting forth the dates of scheduled County and City
review of the draft Environmental Impact Report for the
Junipero Serra Road crossing from Golden Lantern to Camino
Capistrano in County territory. The County has requested
receipt of all comments by October 11th; the City has requested
that the County Planning Commission hearing of October 29
and the comment date of October 11th be deferred to a later
date to allow time for the City to provide comment.
With Council concurrence, Mayor Friess directed staff to
schedule a meeting with Supervisor Riley and representatives
of the Environmental Management Agency for discussion of
the issues; the report is ordered received and filed, and
position statements are requested from the Traffic and Trans-
portation Commission and from the Planning Commission.
EQUESTRIAN COMMISSION
1. STATUS REPORT ON COMPLIANCE PERIOD
WAGON WHEEL STABLES
(23) Written Communications:
(38) Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Clerk/Equestrian
Commission Secretary setting forth the status of the 90 -day
compliance period established by Council on June 6th for
correction of Land Use Code violations and conformance with
site improvements in conjunction with the operation of Wagon
Wheel Stables.
With Council concurrence, Mayor Friess directed that the report
be received and filed.
CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
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(23) Written Communications: _
Report dated October 3, 1979, from the City Manager submitting
applications received for appointment to the Traffic and
Transportation Commission.
Councilman Hausdorfer nominated Thomas W. Hribar; Councilman
Buchheim nominated Michael Villegas. It was moved by Councilman
Buchheim, seconded by Councilman Schwartze and unanimously
carried that Michael W. Villegas, 26431 Kimberly Lane, be
appointed to the Traffic and Transportation Commission to
fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Jerry Kaufman.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. SENATE BILL 462, REMOVAL OF BILLBOARDS
(51) It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to support the position of
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the City of Yorba Linda in opposing Senate Bill 462 (Dills),
which prohibits any government entity from causing the removal
of any billboard or advertising display unless said entity
condemns the property through eminent domain. State legislative
representatives are to be advised of the City's position.
2. ACCESS TRAFFIC - ORTEGA PROPERTIES
(68) Councilman Thorpe requested that Homeowners Associations in
(87) the vicinity of the Ortega Properties development be notified
in advance of any final decisions made with regard to traffic
circulation.
3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-5 (HOFFMAN STABLES)
(39) Councilman Thorpe commented that the Council requirements for
fencing between the Ambuehl School property and the Hoffman
Stables property was a 5 -foot screening fence which would not
allow horseback riders onto the school property.
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze to require the installation of a 5 -foot screening
fence between the two properties. The motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze and Thorpe
NOES: Councilman Buchheim and Mayor Friess
ABSENT: None
4. PROPOSED ANNEXATION (COAST BIBLE CHURCH PROPERTY)
(21) Councilman Hausdorfer inquired into the status of the annexation
of the Van Roekel property at the north City limits along the
Interstate 5 Freeway and advised that Coast Bible Church prefers
annexation to the City.
There was a consensus of Council that staff proceed with annexation
of the Coast Bible Church property.
5. COMMENDATION - JOE GAFFNEY
(36) Councilman Hausdorfer commended Joe Gaffney, Assistant
Building and Grading Engineer, for the thoroughness of the
report submitted on September 14, 1979, regarding slope repairs
at 33506 Via de Agua (Meredith Canyon).
6. REQUEST FOR TRASH CLEANUP PROGRAMS
(SAN JUAN BEAUTIFUL, INC.)
(61) Councilman Hausdorfer referred to a letter dated October 3,
(45) 1979, from Carolyn Nash, President, San Juan Beautiful, Inc.,
requesting that the City begin a program to clean up trash
and debris along the public streets and freeway offramps
within San Juan Capistrano.
May -r Fr..iess requested that letters be sent to youth clubs
in the City asking their support and assistance in civic
cleanup projects in specific areas of the City on a volunteer
basis. The question of cleanup of freeway ramp and easement
areas will be discussed with Assemblywoman Bergeson.
7. CAPISTRANO DEPOT AMTRAK STOP
(88) Councilman Schwartze suggested that the San Juan Capistrano
Amtrak stop and railway use in the City be amplified and
publicized through recreation programs; imprinting of the
Amtrak logo on City stationery. Council concurred with Mayor
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Friess' suggestion that letters be sent to Senator Mills,
Assemblywoman Bergeson, Senator Schmidt, and Governor Brown
supporting the continuation of the Amtrak stop in the City
and noting the increases in Amtrak use due to the gasoline
situation and State approval of funding for the multi -modal
transportation center to be constructed adjacent to the Depot.
8. COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE
(32) Council concurred with the suggestion of Councilman Schwartze
that a letter from the City Council be sent to Bill Webb,
local manager of San Diego Gas and Electric, due to his
recent illness.
9. PROPOSED MEETING ON DOWNTOWN STUDY
(68) Mayor Friess noted a report received on the status of the
Downtown Plaza and Parking Study and suggested that a meeting
be scheduled on November 14 for discussion.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed to an Executive Session at 11:00 p.m., the City Clerk
being excused therefrom, and reconvened at 11:16 p.m.
PERSONNEL - CITY MANAGER COMPENSATION
(66) It was moved by Councilman Hasudorfer and seconded by Councilman
(33) Schwartze that the City Manager receive increases commensurate
with that approved for management personnel. The motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hausdorfer, Schwartze, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES:
ABSENT:
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Thorpe
None
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 11:18 p.m., to the next meeting date of Wednesday,
October 10, 1979, at 4:00 p.m., for a field trip review of
proposed trail alignments for The Ranch.
ATTEST:
KENNETH E. FRIESS, MAYOR
Respectfully submitted,
OVER—, CITY CLERK
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