79-0418_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting287
APRIL 18, 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
7:07 P.M., in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Councilman James
F. Thorpe.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Kenneth E. Friess, Mayor
Lawrence F. Buchheim, Councilman
Phillip R. Schwartze, Councilman
James F. Thorpe, Councilman
ABSENT: Gary L. Hausdor£er, Mayor pro tem
STAFF PRESENT: James S. Mocalis, City Manager; Robert Boone,
Acting 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.
MiNUTF.S
Regular Meeting of April 4, 1979:
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Buchheim
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 4, 1979, be
approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Buchheim
that all Ordinances be read by title only. The motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdor£er
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PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. COMMENDATION - WILLIAM FISCHER
(36) It was moved by Councilman Schwartze,
seconded
by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to
approve the
commendation
of William Fischer and to authorize
the Mayor and
City Clerk
to sign the Commendation on behalf
of the City.
Mr. Fischer
'
served as President of the San Juan
Capistrano
Historical
Society from March, 1977, to March,
1979, and is
also active
in community organizations such as
the Chamber
of Commerce and
San Juan Beautiful, Inc.
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2. PROCLAMATION - NAT
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9AL HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEK
(71) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from Pamela Hallan, Secretary
to the Cultural Heritage Commission, forwarding the recommendation
that the Council approve a proclamation drawing attention to the
historic preservation movement in the City.
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried that the week of May 6 through
12, 1979, be proclaimed as National Historic Preservation
Week in celebration of the 1979 theme, "Preservation is Good
Business."
3. PROCLAMATION - CINCO DE MAYO WEEK,
APRIL 29 - MAY 6, 1979
(71) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the City Clerk forwarding
the recommendation that the week of April 29 through May 6
be proclaimed as Cinco de Mayo Week in observance of the
116th anniversary of this historic event.
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried to authorize the Mayor to
sign the Proclamation on behalf of the City. Ken Marshall,
Chamber of Commerce Community Development Chairman, accepted
the Proclamation on behalf of the Chamber.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. CAMINO CAPISTRANO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
(74) Don Sutherland, Capistrano Associates, owners of property at
32272 and 32282 Camino Capistrano, requested an opportunity
to be heard during consideration of the Assessment District.
2. COMMISSION REPRESENTATION
(23) Ron Fuchs, Traffic and Transportation Commission, advised
that he was present to answer any questions with regard to
recommendations made by the Commission.
3. APPEAL OF APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-1 (EBANKS)
(39) Doris Drummond, 26202 Via Serra, Capistrano Beach, advised that
she was present regarding the above matter. Mayor Friess
clarified that no Council action would be taken on the appeal
at this meeting other than setting the Public Hearing for
May 2nd.
4. CITY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLAN _
(66) Marilyn Williams, 20031 Camino Capistrano, addressed the Council
to state her concerns with regard to the City retirement pension
plan and recommending that an Advisory Committee be created
to advise upon the various employee pension plans available
and the immediate and long-term financial impact upon the City
so that the information may be considered with upcoming budget
discussions.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Friess directed that the
matter be placed on the City Council Agenda for May 16 for
consideration.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. LETTER DATED APRIL 4, 1979, REGARDING USE OF TRUST ACCOUNT
BALANCE (SAN JUAN BEAUTIFUL, INC.)
(61) Council received copies of a letter dated April 4, 1979, from
Carolyn J. Nash, President, San Juan Beautiful, Inc., recommending
projects for use of funds in the amount of $1,341 remaining in
the San Juan Beautiful trust account. These projects include
$500 for new trees and shrubs on the north side of Ortega
Highway between the offramp and the Walnut Grove Restaurant,
and $300 for replacement of street trees.
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried to approve the proposal in
concept; the Director of Public Works is to discuss the proposed
plantings and conditions for watering in the vicinity of the
Ortega Highway with representatives of San Juan Beautiful.
RESOLUTIONS
I. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 78-2 - CAMINO CAPISTRANO
FROM DEL OBISPO STREET TO AVENIDA PADRE
(74) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works forwarding the information provided by assessment
attorney F. Mackenzie Brown regarding commencement of
proceedings for Assessment District No. 78-2 (Camino
Capistrano North).
Continuation of Proceedings:
The Director of Public Works advised that at the April 17 meeting
of the Orange County Board of Supervisors discussion was held on
the distribution of Arterial Highway Financing Program funds,
which are an integral part of funding for the District. The
Board took action to delay funding approval for a period of two
weeks, pending further information from the City on methods of
conforming with the County Master Plan of Arterial Highways.
The assessment attorney has recommended that City Council
consideration of formation of the District be held over until
the next Council meeting.
Following extensive discussion, Council concurred with the
recommendations of Mayor Friess as follows: (1) A letter is
to be drafted from the Council to the Board addressing the
specific concerns of the County and advising of the difficulties
of City conformance with the County Master Plan within a two-
week period of time; and (2) City staff is to schedule a
meeting with County staff members; and, thereafter, a meeting
is to be scheduled with two members of the Board, two Council
members and staff representatives of both agencies prior to
the next meeting of the Board of Supervisors.
The Assessment District is to be rescheduled for the City
Council meeting of May 2, 1979.
2. RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH LOCAL CONDITIONS FOR AMENDMENTS
(25) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works forwarding a resolution of express findings justifying
the local amendments to the above mentioned codes, as adopted
by Council.
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze and seconded by Councilman
Thorpe that the following Resolution be adopted:
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RESOLUTION NO. 79-4-18-1, SETTING FORTH LOCAL CONDITIONS
JUSTIFYING AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODES, 1976
EDITIONS - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH LOCAL
CONDITIONS JUSTIFYING AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE, 1976 EDITION: THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1976
EDITION: THE UNIFORM PLUIMING CODE, 1976 EDITION: AND,
THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1976 EDITION
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
The City Clerk is directed to file the Resolution with the
State Department of Housing and Community Development in
compliance with the State Housing Law.
3. AREAWIDE WASTE TREATMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN 208 -
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CONCEPTS
(59) Proposal:
A request by the Southern California Association of Governments
that the City adopt a resolution confirming the measures
developed by SLAG to implement an Areawide Waste Treatment
Management Plan for the south coast area, as mandated by
Section 208 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works recommending that the City adopt the concepts expressed
by the League of California Cities rather than those expressed
by SCAG. Those concepts are as follows:
"(1) The City rejects the assumption that expansion of
street sweeping and litter programs would result in
significant water quality benefits.
(2) Encourages SCAG, the State Water Resources Control
Board and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
to conduct water quality studies with the cooperation
of Orange County Cities and the County of Orange."
Approval of League Concepts:
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe and seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 79-4-18-2, SOUTH COAST AREAWIDE
WASTE TREATMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN - A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE POSITION OF THE LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES WITH REGARD TO THE SOUTH COAST
AREAWIDE WASTE TREATMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
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4. RESOLUTION
(23) Proposal:
ITHORIZING APPLICATION FOR HISTOF
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PRESERVATION
A recommendation from the Cultural Heritage Commission that
the City apply for Historic Preservation Grants -In -Aid funds
to be utilized with other Federal sources to equal 50% of
the total estimated project cost of $93,000 for restoration
of the Montanez Adobe.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 10, 1979, from Pamela Hallan, Secretary
of the Cultural Heritage Commission, forwarding the proposed
Resolution approving the grant application and the project
agreement.
Authorization for Application:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze and seconded by Councilman
Buchheim that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 79-4-18-3, HISTORIC PRESERVATION
r PANTR-TM-ATT) FTTNnC VnP MnTUTANF.7. AT1hRF. T)P0.TPr1V -
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION
AND THE PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRANTS-IN-AID FUNDS FOR THE MONTANEZ ADOBE PROJECT
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
' ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
5. RESOLUTION OPPOSING PROPOSED REDUCTION OF AMTRAK
ROUTE MILEAGE IN CALIFORNIA
(88) Proposal:
A recommendation by Caltrans that cities adopt a position
in opposition to a proposed 43% reduction in Amtrak rail
service, which includes a route reduction in California, as
set forth in the Final Report to Congress on the Amtrak
Route System (January, 1979) as submitted by the United States
Department of Transportation.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 11, 1979, from Pamela Hallan, Administrative
Aide, forwarding a proposed resolution.
Opposition to Proposed Rail Service Reduction:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim and seconded by Councilman
Thorpe that the following Resolution be adopted:
' RESOLUTION NO. 79-4-18-4, OPPOSING PROPOSED REDUCTION
OF AMTRAK ROUTE MILEAGE IN CALIFORNIA - A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING THE PROPOSED REDUCTION OF AMTRAK
' ROUTE MILEAGE IN CALIFORNIA
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
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The Resolution supports Scenario E in the U.S. Department
of Transportation's Preliminary Report as being more cost-
effective and a more equitable approach for Californians.
Mayor Friess suggested that reference to local increases in
use of rail service be included in letters transmitting the
Resolution to Caltrans and Congressional Transportation
Committee members.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. IMPROVEMENT OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO BETWEEN DEL OBISPO AND
AVRNTnA DAnPR - PT.ANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CALL FOR
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(74) The Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
(44) Works was held over for consideration at the next meeting and
will be included with proceedings for Assessment District
No. 78-2, Camino Capistrano North.
2. IMPROVEMENT OF DEL OBISPO STREET AT
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CALL F
lail:Zi7
MEd?
(83) The Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
(44) Works was held over for consideration at the next Council
meeting due to the question of funding availability.
3.
PARK IMPROVEMENTS -
ONS AND CALL FOR BIDS
(62) Proposal:
Approval of plans and specifications and call for bids for
proposed improvements to Mission Bell Park located in the
vicinity of Alipaz Street and Calle Jardin at an estimated
project cost of $24,500.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public Works.
Approval of Project Plans:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to approve the plans and
specifications and to authorize staff to advertise for bids
for the Mission Bell Park improvements.
The Director of Public Works advised that it is anticipated
that the project will be complete by the end of summer.
4. AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGAT
(38) Proposal:
Approval of an agreement between the City and Knut Husby,
owner of property at the intersection of Camino Capistrano
and Avenida Padre known as Assessor's Parcel No. 124-12-44,
providing that the property owner will assume all irrigation
and maintenance responsibility for landscaping and trees
within the public right-of-way along Camino Capistrano.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works forwarding the proposed Agreement.
Approval of Maintenance Agreement
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried to approve the maintenance
agreement, to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the agreement on behalf of the City, and to authorize the
City Clerk to record the document.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze and 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 Schwartze, Thorpe, Buchheim
and Mayor Friess
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Hausdorfer
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
(41) The List of Demands dated April 18, 1979, Warrants Nos.
16400 through 16509, inclusive, in the total amended amount
of $137,968.30, is approved as submitted.
2. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
AS OF MARCH 31, 1979
(41) The City Treasurer's Report of Investments as of March 31,
1979, is approved as submitted.
3.
BOND
(41) The City Treasurer's Report of 1911 Act Bond Delinquencies
as of March 31, 1979, is approved as submitted.
4. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT OF FUND CASH BALANCES
AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 1979
(41) The City Treasurer's Summary Statement of Fund Cash Balances
for the eight-month period ending February 28, 1979, is
approved as submitted.
5. REPORT OF
COMMISSION ACTIONS OF
(23) The Report of Actions taken by the Equestrian Commission at
the meeting of April 9, 1979, is ordered received and filed.
6. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 78-3, ORTEGA PROPERTIES -
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES
(74) The letter agreement between the City and G. A. Nicoll and
Associates, Inc., for preparation of the Soil and Foundation
Investigation Report for Assessment District 78-3 in the
amount of $4,600 is approved and the Mayor and City Clerk
authorized to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City,
as set forth in the report dated April 18, 1979, from the
Director of Public Works.
7. STATUS REPORT ON CONSTRUCTION ADJACENT TO SUNHOLLOW,
TRACT 7673
(85) The report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works on the status of landscaping and facilities damaged
during construction adjacent to Sunhollow is ordered received
and filed.
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8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
COMMISSION DECISI
(39) The Public Hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission
approval of Conditional Use Permit 79-1 filed by Ronald
Drummond, et al., is scheduled for the Council meeting of
May 2, as set forth in the report dated April 18, 1979, from
the City Clerk.
9. HOME FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN A.C. 78-9
HEARING DATE FOR APPEAL OF TREE INSPECTOR'S APPROVAL
(74) The Public Hearing on the appeal of the Tree Inspector's approval
of certain tree removals in conjunction with A.C. 78-9 filed by
the Town Hall Association, is scheduled for the Council meeting _
of May 2, as set forth in the report dated April 18, 1979, from
the City Clerk.
10. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-2 (EL CAMINO
(39) The Public Hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission
conditions of approval for Conditional Use Permit 79-2 filed
by D. B. Sweeney is scheduled for the Council meeting of May 2,
as set forth in the report dated April 18, 1979, from the
City Clerk.
11. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-3 AND ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 79-6
[Un T. FPRr.NF. FR - HEARING DATE FOR APPEAL OF
(39) The Public Hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission
conditions of approval for CUP 79-3 and the denial of AC 79-6
filed by D. B. Sweeney representing Hal Greene Chevrolet, is
scheduled for the Council meeting of May 2, as set forth in
the report dated April 18, 1979, from the City Clerk.
12. REPORT OF CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSION MEETING
(23) This item was removed from the Consent Calendar at the request
of Councilman Thorpe due to the use of the word "approved"
rather than "recommended" in the report of Commission actions.
Council concurred with the suggestion of Mayor Friess that the
City Manager direct an advisory memorandum to all Commission
and Board Secretaries.
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Buchheim
and unanimously carried that the report be received and filed.
13. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
OF APRIL 10, 1979
(67) This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion
of the following items:
(39) (1) CUP 79-3 and Site Plan
Council requested recei
the Planning Commission
opportunity to view the
79-6 (Hal Greene Chevrolet):
and also requested an
project model.
(2) Tentative Parcel Map 854, Zone Variance 79-7
and Site Plan 79-7 (Alpha Beta Shopping Center):
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Thorpe and unanimously carried to set
a Public Hearing for the meeting of May 16 on the
City Council appeal of the Planning Commission approval
of the project subject to conditions.
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It was then moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by
Councilman Buchheim and unanimously carried to receive
and file the report.
14. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF DAMAGE
(39) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public
Works advising that Fred Jones has requested release of
the Time Certificate of Deposit in the amount of $600
held by the City to insure restoration of the public
street in connection with the sand and gravel operation
in San Juan Creek authorized by CUP 78-5. The Permit
expired April 1, 1979.
There was a concurrence of Council that no action be taken
on the request and that the item be re -scheduled for the
meeting of May 2.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. REVIEW OF COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
(23) Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the City Manager forwarding
a list of current Board and Commission members and a list of
applications for appointment on file for Council consideration.
Copies of recently -received appointments were also provided.
Ordinance 321, Establishing City Boards and Commissions, provides
that terms of office expire on April 30 of each year.
There was a concurrence of Council that the charges and
guidelines for each Board and Commission should be reviewed
when all Council members are present, and review was scheduled
as follows:
May 16, 1979: Architectural Board of Review,
Cultural Heritage Commission, Equestrian Commission;
June 6, 1979: Parks and Recreation Commission,
Planning Commission, Traffic and Transportation
Commission.
Re -Affirmation of Appointments to Mobile Home Review Board:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried that the appointments of the
following persons made on March 7, 1979, be re -affirmed for
a one-year term of office:
Phillip Schwartze, Council liaison; Edwin Clark,
Austin Dodge, Bud Hanson, Dr. Ervin Watkins,
Pat Kish, and Angela Bailey (alternate).
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
1. EMPLOYEE MEDICAL COVERAGE - FEDERAL MANDATES
(66) Written Communications:
(49) Two reports dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of
Administrative Services regarding Federal legislation
amending the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Age
Discrimination in Employment Act as they relate to
discrimination on the basis of pregnancy and age.
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Authorization for Funding:
It was moved by Councilman Buchheim, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to authorize funding in
the amount of $8,000 from the unappropriated General Fund
Balance to cover the cost of the Federal legislative
amendments. The cost of expanded medical coverage for
pregnancy is estimated at $7,800 per year; the cost of
providing fringe benefits to employees over the age of
65 is estimated at $200 per year.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
1. STATUS REPORT ON MERED
TRACTS 8087 AND 8319
(85) The report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development setting forth the status of land-
scaping in the Meredith Canyon developments is ordered
received and filed.
2. IMPLEMENTATION OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
(37) Proposal:
Approval of a proposal dated February 20, 1979, submitted
by Marjorie Lindamood of Gamlin Industries for inclusion
of the Planning Department in the Records Management
Program at a cost of $4,500.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development.
Approval of Proposal:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Buchheim and unanimously carried to authorize the implementation
of the Records Management Program in the Planning Department
at a cost of $4,500 payable from the Departmental budget.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
1. APPROVAL OF PROJECT COMMITTEE NO. 11 BUDGET
(79) Proposal:
Approval of the SERRA project concept of moving all present
sludge facilities to an area on Capistrano Beach Sanitary
District property for consolidation of the sludge de -watering
and removal operation.
Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Public Works
advising that it is necessary for the member agencies to
advance funds for the planning phase budget, with a portion
to be refunded from State and Federal grants.
Approval of Project Budget:
It was moved by Councilman Schwartze, seconded by Councilman
Thorpe and unanimously carried to approve the Project Committee
No. 11 Budget in the amount of $111,000 and to authorize the
expenditure of the City share of $18,500, payable from the
Sewer Enterprise Fund, Capital Projects.
COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES
ARCHITECTURAL BOARD OF REVIEW
1. REQUEST FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES -
ARCHITECTURAL AND GRADING GUIDELINES
(37) Proposal:
Approval of consultant services to develop a program addressing
hillside development guidelines and architectural design standards.
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Written Communications:
Report dated April 18, 1979, from the Director of Community
Planning and Development. The Architectural Board of Review
has requested a Land Use Management Code amendment providing
an extension of the current Traditional Spanish Architectural
Guidelines to all commercial and industrial projects within
the City; the Planning Commission has been discussing the
formulation of guidelines for development in sensitive hillside
areas.
In response to Councilman Buchheim, Mr. Merrell advised that
the Board opinion is that single family tracts should also
receive Board review. Mayor Friess suggested that the
consultant define the phrase "reflecting the character of
San Juan Capistrano;" Councilman Buchheim suggested that
"Spanish architecture" also be defined.
Approval of Consultant Services:
It was moved by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
Schwartze and unanimously carried to direct the Planning
Commission and Architectural Board of Review to proceed with
the program of developing guidelines and standards and to
authorize an expenditure not to exceed $1,000, payable
from the Department of Community Planning and Development
budget, with the following conditions:
(1) That the expenditure produce a specific written
set of recommendations; and,
(2) That the last $300 be retained by the City until
the City Council approves the existence of such
a document.
COUNCIL REMARKS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. RESIGNATION FROM CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSION (REMMERS
(23) Councilman Buchheim requested that the resignation from the
Cultural Heritage Commission submitted by Les Remmers be
scheduled for an upcoming Council Agenda, as well as a
Resolution of Commendation.
2. DOWNTOWN PLAZA AND PARKING STUDY WORKSHOP - CHANGE OF DATE
(68) Councilman Thorpe noted that the April 28 date set for the
Downtown Study Workshop conflicts with the Chamber of
Commerce Day in Tijuana which Council members will be
attending and requested that the Study consultant advise
Council in advance of setting such dates so that members
may attend the Workshops. Councilman Buchheim noted that
the Archdiocese of Orange would like to be involved in the
Workshops also.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Friess directed that the
Saturday, April 28, Workshop date be re -scheduled and that
Council be contacted prior to setting of a new date.
3. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES - COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
(61) Council discussed upcoming appointments to be considered by
the League City Selection Committee. Councilman Thorpe requested
that as openings for appointments are announced, Council be
advised of the particular committee meeting times and dates;
Mr. Thorpe further suggested a discussion of common goals
with the Cities of San Clemente and Laguna Beach as they
relate to the League.
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4. PRESS COVERAGE
(32) Councilman Schwartze requested press coverage of the City
contribution to the City of Arcadia for assistance with the
lawsuit challenging fees and taxes imposed by the City of
Arcadia; Mr. Schwartze also requested coverage of the
April 30, 1979, deadline for applications for disaster
relief funds through the Small Business Administration.
4. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES SPRING CONFERENCE
(61) Mayor Friess and Councilman Thorpe advised that they would
plan to attend the League Spring Conference in Sacramento
the fourth week in May.
5. FEDERAL COASTAL IMPROVEMENT IMPACT LOANS
(89) Mayor Friess requested that the City Manager contact the
City of Laguna Beach regarding that City's application for
Federal funds to ascertain whether such funds would apply
to the Agriculture Preservation Program.
6. SCHOOL DISTRICT REQUEST FOR ADOPTION OF SENATE BILL 201 FEES
(78) Council Members briefly discussed the School District's request
that the City adopt fee schedules for new development to
alleviate school overcrowding. No action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:25 P.M., to the next regular meeting date of
Wednesday, May 2, 1979, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chamber.
ATTEST:
Al
KENNETH E. FRIESS,'MAYOR
Respectfully submitted,
MARY ANNNOVER, CITY CLERK
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