77-0302_CC_Minutes_Regular MeetingMARCH 2, 1977 467
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA
The Regular Mcoting of the City Council of the City of San Juan
Capistrano, California, was called to order by Mayor Nashlat 7:05
P.M. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the Pledge of Alle-
giance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Dale Hickey, Capistrano
Valley Baptist Church,
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Douglas B. Nash, Mayor
Yvon 0. Heckscher, Mayor pro tem
Kenneth E. Friess, Councilman
Richard D. McDowell, Councilman
John B. Sweeney, Councilman
STAFF PRESENT: James S. Mocalis, City Manager; William D. Murphy,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer; Thomas G. Merrell, Director
of Planning; James S. Okazaki, City Attorney; Mary Ann Hanover, City
Clerk.
MINUTES
Regular Meeting of February 16, 1977:
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney; seconded by Councilman Heckscher
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 16, 1977, be
approved with the following amendment: Pago 10, delete the reference
to the Calle Aspero General Fund Project. The motion carried _:�y the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Vriess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES- None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman Sweeney
and unanimously carried that all Ordinances be read by title only.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. 1977 WEED ABATEMENT SERVICES,
-AWARD OF CONTRACT (B,E, TAYLOR)
(74) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Public Works forwarding the results of bids
received on February 23, 1977, for 1977 weed abatement services.
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried to accept the low bid submitted
by B,E. Taylor of Midway City in the amount of $11,290.00, to
reject all other bids received, and to authorize the Mayor to
execute the Agreement on behalf of the City and the City Clerk
to attest thereto.
2. MASTER PLAN OF C. RUSSELL COOK PARK,
ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL (POD, INC.)
(62) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
Toni Baker, Secretary to the Parks & Recreation Commission,
regarding the proposals received for the development of a
master plan for C. Russell Cook Park. The park site includes
approximately 170 acres of land along San Juan Creel, Channel
extending from the freeway to the east City limits.
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Mr. Baker addressed Lhe Council and advised that the
468 Commission favors the proposal of Pod, Inc., since the firm
has completed similar projects and is successful in obtaining
grant funding.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Councilman
Heckscher and unanimously carried to select Pod, Inc., to
develop the master plan for C. Russell Cook Park as described
in the proposal and to authorize staff to prepare the contract
for submission to the City Council at the meeting of March 16,
1977,
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ESTABLISHMENT
TRICK DEVE
(83) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Public Works advising that the development of
Tracts 7654 and 9373 by Patrick Development requires off-site
improvements to La Novia Avenue for access purposes. The exist-
ing right-of-way for La Novia Avenue is offset approximately
600 feet from the intersection of San Juan Creek Road. The
precise alignment of La Novia from Ortega Highway to San Juan
Creek Road has been adopted previously; the precise alignment
of La Novia southerly from San Juan Creek Road is required. The
area of the alignment is curiently owned by Glendale Federal.
Council also received copies of a letter dated February 4, 1977,
from George T. Kruer, Patrick Development, requesting that
Council adopt the precise alignment by acceptance of the ease-
ment deed and approval of the quitclaim Oeed from Glendale
Federal.
Councilman Friess inquired into the disposition of a triangular
piece of land containing eucalyptus trees located between the
proposed tract and the land to be dedicated. The Director of
Public Works advised that the developer intends to use the
property as an entrance beautification area for the tracts and
that the trees will not be removed.
Council Members discussed the impact of future traffic on
Windsong Drive at the intersections of Brookside Lane and the
Ortega Highway due to the Glendale Federal and Patrick subdivi-
sions. With the consensus of the Council, Mayor Nash directed
that the matter be referred to the Traffic and Transportation
Commission for reviev and recommendation.
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Nash
declared the Public Hearing open on a proposed Resolution
establishing the precise alignment of La'Novia Avenue and
inquired if anyone in the audience wished to address the Council.
The following persons responded:
1. John Katzmeir, 27575 Brookside Lane, commented on traffic
hazards on La Novia, Windsong Drive and the Ortega Highway,
and requested that traffic studies be made and a positive
plan developed for the improvement of conditions on the
Ortega Highway prior to implementing an extension of La
Novia Avenue.
There being no one else wishing to address the Council, May6r
Nash declared the Public Hearing closed.
Council discussed possible methods for alleviating future
traffic problems in the area and directed that the Commission
consider means for discouraging through traffic to the Ortega
Highway, including the possibility of Windsong Drive being
designated a "one-way" street.
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Establishment of Precise Alignment:
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
Heckscher that the following Resolution, being:
RESOLUTION NO. 77-3-2-1, ALIGNMENT OF LA NOVIA
AVENUE - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CfTY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE PRECISE ALIGNMENT OF LA NOVIA
AVENUE FROM SAN JUAN CREEK ROAD SOUTHERLY 875'+
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES- Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heekscher, and Mayor NLjh
NOES'. None
ABSENT: None
Acceptance of Easement Deed:
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried to accept the Easement Deed
for the easterly half of La Novia Avenue from San Juan Creek
Road southerly 8751+.
Approval of Quitclaim Deed:
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
McDowell and unanimously carried to approve the Quitclaim Deed
for the present La Novia easement and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the Deed on behalf of the City,
Recording of Documents:
It was moved by Councilman McDowell, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried to authorize the City Clerk to
record all affected documents in connection with the precise
alignment of La Novia Avenue.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS SUPPORTING
(68) Michael Berns, 26921 Canyon Crest Road, addressed the Council
and stated he had petitions containing 1,411 signatures
of registered voters in the City, The petitions, which were
presented to the City Clerk, support the adoption of Ordi-
nance 316, establishing an Agricultural Preservation Fee
on new (future) housing, commercial, and'industrial develop-
ment in the City, and support the City Council in its efforts
to preserve agricultural open space and to limit housing
growth in order to preserve the City's unique rural character,
reduce crowding in local schools, and prevent a future
increase in property tax rates, Dr. Berns indicated that
additional petitions would be forthcoming.
2. MOTORCYCLE TRAFFIC, ALTO CAPISTRANO
(70) Ronald Jenner, 33501 Avenida Calita, addressed the Council
regarding problems with motorcyclists using Avenida Calita
and the Window Hill area of Alto Capistrano. Mr. Jenner cited
fire hazards, noise, excessive speeds, and entrance on private
property, especially after school hours and on weekends.
The City Manager advised that the Sheriff's office will use
their best efforts to alleviate the problems and have received
permission from the property owner to enter the area of Window
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Hill, Mr. Mocalis stated that entering property on a motorcycle
47 0 without the owners consent is a violation,
With the consensus of the Council, Mayor Nash directed that
the City Manager prepare a report for the meeting of March 16,
1977, summarizing the kinds of enforcement actions the City
can take to counteract the problem.
RESOLUTIONS
1. AMENDING THE 1976-77 FISCAL BUDGET,
. RECREATION PROGRAM BROCHURES
(62) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Recreation Coordinator requesting additional funds for
the printing of Recreation Program brochures for the Spring
and Summer sessions due to expansion of the programs and
rising printing costs. Mr. Baker addressed the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
Heckscher that the following Resolution, being:
UTION NO. 77-
THE BUDGET FOR
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THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR 1976-77
I
FISCAL YEAR
beadopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution authorizes the expenditure of an additional
$1,400 from the Unrestricted General Fund Balance for Recrea-
tion Program brochures, for a total printing budget of $4,000
for fiscal year 1976-77.
2. APPROVAL OF SEWER SERVICE CHARGES AND
CONNECTION FEES
(80) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977; from
the Director of Public Works forwarding a proposed Resolution
setting monthly sewer service rates and sewer connection
charges, as directed by Council on February 16.
Mayor Nash suggested that amendments be made to definitions
contained in Paragraph B, subsections I and 2, as follows:
111. Single FAmily living unit - each single family residential
unit connected to the public sewerage system . . . 11
112. Multiple living units - each residential multiple unit
within a duplex, triplex, or four-plex, connected to the
-- . . .11
The Director of Public Works advised that charges are assessed
as single family for detached living units and as multiple
units if attached to another structure.
It was moved by Councilman Heekscher and seconded by Mayor Nash
that the following Resolution, being:
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RESOLUTION NO. 77-3-2-3. SEWER
CHARGES
jilil" _0zlkv I %-n U]MItuylo - A 11h,�Uilul-LUA U11 111h U1 . I , I
COUNCIL OF THE CITV OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALI-
FORNIA, RE11EALING RESOLUTION NO. 77-1-26-1, ESTAB-
LISHING THE CHARGES TO BE MADE FOR ANY AND ALL
SEWERAGE DISPOSAL CONNECTIONS WITH THE PUBLIC
SEWERAGE SYSTEM, ESTABLISHING MAIN EXTENSION
CHARGES AND SEWER SERVICE CNARGES WITHIN THE
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO AND AREAS BECOMING
PART OF THE CITY FROM AND AFTER APRIL ly 1977
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution establishes the following sewer service fees:
Single Family Residences: from $4.50 to $3.90 per month
Multiple Units: from $2.00 to $2.70 per month
Mobile Homes: from $1.00 to $1.90 per month
Sewer Connection Fees: from $750 to $820 per residential
unit
The monthly rates are retroactive to October 1, 1976, and
credit adjustments will be set forth in 'he sewer service bill-
ings. The increase in sewer hook-up fees is necessary to cover
costs of acquiring future sewage capacity rights in the SERRA
Treatment Facility and covers the City's present usage based on
existing f)owi the increase is effective April 1, 1977.
3. SISTER CITY PROGRAM,
PETRA, MALLORCA
(32) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
Pamela Hallan, Administrative Aide, forwarding the recommenda-
tion of the Cultural Heritage Commission that the City of Petra,
Mallorca, be invited to be affiliated as a Sister City on an
informal basis.
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, and seconded by Councilman
Sweeney that the following Resolution, being:
RESOLUTION NO. 77-3-2-4. SISTER CITY PROGRAM - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING AN INVITATION
TO THE CITY OF PETRA, MALLORCA, TO BECOME A SISTER
CITY AND*INVITING THE PEOPLE OF PETRA, MALLORCA, TO
PARTICIPATE IN SAID PROGRAM
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES, Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution is for the purpose of creating friendship and
understanding between the peoples of the two historic cities,
Petra being the birthplace of Father Serra, the founder of the
mission community of San Juan Capistrano. The Mayor is desig-
nated as the City's official representative for the program.
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472 Councilman Sweeney suggested that the "informal basis" for
the affiliation be deleted and requested that a letter be
drafted to the City of Petra for consideration by Council
on March 16.
4. WATER CONSERVATION
(94) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the City Clerk forwarding a proposed Resolution requesting
all citizens of the City to conserve water usage, and copies
of letters from the Municipal Water District of Orange County
and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
Council directed that staff report on March 16 on a possible
Ordinance provided by the Orango County Municipal District.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
Heckscher that the following Resolution, being:
RESOLUTION NO. 77-3-2-5, WATER CONSERVATION - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING ALL
EFFORTS TO REDUCE WATER WASTE, AND REQUESTING
ALL CITIZENS OF THE CITY TO CONSERVE WATER
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Friess noted that he approves the concept of con-
servation although due to the source of supply, conservation
in Southern California will not alleviate the draught situation
in Northern California.
5. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR
STATE BIKEWAY FUNDS
(62) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Planning advising that the County Environmental
Management Agency has requested that applications for Senate
Bill 821 Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Funds for fiscal year
1977-78 be submitted by March 4. Staff recommends a request
for $10,000 in funds to be used in Phase I of the Vereda Bike
Trail construction to extend from Descanso Park easterly along
San Juan Creek to the City limits, Phase I consists of installa-
tion and ramping under the Santa Fe Railroad and Camino Capis-
trano bridge to Avenida Amigos at an estimated cost of $50,000;
the sum of $40,000 is currently budgeted for the project.
In response to Mayor Nash, the Director of Planning advised
that the Flood Control District favors public use of the
channels as long as the flow of water is not impeded. Council-
man McDowell noted that the bike trail in the channel adjacent
Descanso Park has been washed out on several occasions; the
Director of Public Works advised that the original cost of
that trail system was approximately $45,000 and maintenance is
undertaken by City crews,
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher and seconded by Councilman
Sweeney that the following Resolution, being:
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RESOLUTION NO. 77 -3 -?-6,_ API�LICATION FOR STATE 4 7 3
BIKEWAY FUNDS - A RESOLUTION 6F THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR BICYCLE AND/OR
PEDESTRIAN FUNDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SENATE BILL 821
AND APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF ITS BICYCLE AND/OR
PEDESTRIAN PLAN
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
6. COMMENDING PLANNING COMMISSIONER PHILLIP R. SCHWARTZE
(36) Council received copies of a proposed Resolution commending
Phillip R. Schwartze for his service to the City as a member
of the Planning Commission from July 2, 1973, until his
,resignation effective March 1, 1977. Mayor Nash expressed
the City's appreciation to Mr. Schwartze.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
Friess that the following Resolution, being:
RESOLUTION NO. 77-3-2-7., COMMENDING PHILLIP R.
SCHWARTZE - A RESOLUTION 01' THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
COMMENDING PLANNING COA21ISSIONER PHILLIP R. SCHWARTZE
be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
After clarification of Warrants 9182.and 9226 and items contained
in the Planning Commission Report, it was moved by Councilman
McDowell and seconded by Councilman Heckscher that the staff recom-
mendations be accepted with regard to all items listed on the
Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, McDowell, Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
(41) The List of Demands dated March 2, 1977, Warrants Nos. 9173
through 9277, inclusive, and 1911 Act Account Warrants Nos.
0198 and 1099, in the total amount of $332,081,31, are
approved as submitted.
2. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 1977
(67) The Report of Actions taken by the Planning Commission at their
regular meeting of February 22, 1977, is ordered received and
filed.
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(71) The week of March 13 through 19, 1977, is proclaimed as the
"Fiesta de las Golondrinas" in celebration of the annual
return of the swallows to Old Mission San Juan Capistrano and
the Mayor is authorized to sign the Proclamation on behalf of
the City.
4, PARCEL MAP FOR DIVISION OF LAND 76-f2
(LOAR/STINSON)
(85) Parcel Map for Division of Land 76-12 (Loar/Stinson) is
approved with the determination that said map is consistent
with the General Plan and in substantial compliance with the
approved Tentative Map for Division of Land 76-12: and, staff
is authorized to certify the original Parcel Map and forward
said map . to the County of Orange for recordation.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 8:30 P.M. and reconvened at 8:45 P.M.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY CLERK
1. REQUEST FOR BUSINESS LICENSE FOR
ASTROLOGY PURPOSES (THE SUN SIGY)
(26) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the City Clerk forwarding a letter dated February 11, 1977,
from Burton Morse, Judith Zintl, and Barbara Smith, dba The
Sun Sign, requesting approval of the issuance of a City business
license for astrology purposes at 31952 Del Obispo Street (Alipaz
Plaza), Forwarded also were copies of Ordinance No. 23 which
specifically prohibits the business, exhibition, or teaching of
astrology and similar pursuits.
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
McDowell and unanimously carried to refer the request for issu-
ance of a City business license submitted by The Sun Sign to
the City Attorney for review and recommendation.
SUBDIVISIONS AND ANNEXATIONS
1. APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT 9682 (COOK)
(85) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Planning forwarding the recommendation made by
the Planning Commission at its meeting of February 8, 1977, that
Tentative Tract 9682 be approved subject to conditions, A condi-
tion of the tract map is approval of Zone Variance 77-4, which
was granted by the Commission on February 22, 1977. The proposal
is for a subdivision of approximately 7.4+ acres of land into
7 EL (Large Estate) lots. The project is located on the south
side of Calle Ricardo adjacent to the westerly City boundary.
The developer is C. Russell Cook, 32221 Del Obispo Street.
The Director of Planning advised that the developer is required
to dedicate access rights along Calle Ricardo to the City, except
at street intersections.
Councilman Heckscher noted the possibility for further subdivi-
sion of the property; and, if the result were more than 12 lots,
access would have to be by public road. Mr. Heckscher suggested
that the City should hesitate in using its police powers and
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recommended that the property owners to the south of the project
be made fully aware that the possibility exists for a total of
15 units on the project site. Councilman Sweeney noted his
support for limitation of access rights due to the possibility
of Bear Brand Ranch requesting access from the west through
Calle Ricardo and Calle Aspero.
It was moved by Councilman McDowell, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Tentative Tract Map 9682
be approved, subject to the findings and conditions of Planning
Commission Resolution No. PC 77-2-8-1.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS (CONTINUED)
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
1. REQUEST FOR BUSINESS -RESIDENCE USE AT RIOS ADOBE,
31782 LOS R10S STREET (DAN AND STEPHEN RIOS)
(23) The City Clerk advised that Mr. Stephen Rios, applicant, had
requested that Council consideration of this matter be held
over to the meeting of March 16, 1977, and Mayor Nash so directed.
2. REPORT ON BEAR BRAND RANCH, PARCEL 5A
(21) Council received copies of a report,dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Planning regarding the proposed development of
an 89 -acre portion of Bear Brand Ranch located adjacent to the
west City limits from the southern border to the Crumrine prop-
erty. The County is considering a rezone from an Al "General
Agriculture" designation to RE -1 and RHE -2,000 to allow approxi-
mately 20 one-half acre lots on 24 acres, 45 one -acre lots, and
a 14 -acre open space area, with proposed access through Calle
Ricardo and Calle Aspero. The report sets forth City concerns
and proposed comments for transmittal to the Board of Super-
visors. Council also received copies of a letter dated March 1,
1977, from Supervisor Riley regarding City input in sphere of
influence considerations and development impacts.
Discussion of the City's position ensued, and it was the con-
sensus of the Council that the proposed rezone is generally
consistent with the City's General Plan, which would allow I
unit per acre within the subject strip of land. Police, Fire,
and utility services to the area were discussed, as well as
access routes through the City, the creation of traffic, and
demands upon the City for street improvements and signalization.
Further, the project is within the City's sphere of influence,
and it would be preferable to prezone and annex the property
up to the ridgeline.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Councilman
Friess and unanimously carried to direct staff to prepare a
letter for transmittal to the Board of Supervisors conveying
the City's position regarding the Bear Brand Ranch development,
as set forth in the staff report and including Council comments
as to over-all 1-unit.per acre zoning for General Plan consis-
tency, and reservation on the utilization of either Calle Ricardo
or Calle Aspero as access routes.
Councilman McDowell questioned the feasibility of annexing the
area.
3. PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 77-1,
'AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION - PRELIMINARY REVIEW
(68) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Planning citing the progress of the Study Com-
mittee in developing the content of the proposed General Plan
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Amendment for the preservation of agricultural land use on
6 230 acres of land. The report also sets forth the following
recommendations for presentation to the Planning Commission
in conducting public hearings and evaluation:
1. Creation of a 4.2 "Agri -business" Land Use Designation;
2. Changes in current Land Use Designations from residential
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
McDowell that any further action or consideration of the entire
matter be tabled until the meeting of March 16, 1977. The motion
failed by the following vote:
AYES:
to agri-business;
3.
Elimination
of
a Convenience Commercial Designation;
4.
Adjustments
to
proposed park sites;
5.
Amendments
to
the text of the Land Use Element;
6.
Amendm(ats
to
the text of the Open Space "nd Conservation
Element.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
McDowell that any further action or consideration of the entire
matter be tabled until the meeting of March 16, 1977. The motion
failed by the following vote:
AYES:
Councilmen
Sweeney
and McDowell
NOES:
Councilmen
Friess,
Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
ABSENT: None
Councilman Sweeney questioned whether the Parks and Recroation
Commission had had an opportunity to comment, the elimination
of the Convenience Commercial Designation, and committing the
City to monitor the economic viability of farmlands. Mr. Sweeney
cited portions of the Levander Report on*agricultural preserva-
tion and the recommendation that the matter be put to a vote of
the people.
It was moved by Councilman McDowell that the report be received
and filed; the motion died for lack of a second.
It was moved by Mayor Nash and seconded -by Councilman Friess
that the contents of proposed General Plan Amendment 77-1 be
submitted to the Planning Commission. The motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Friess, Heckscher, and Mayor Nash
NOES: Councilmen Sweeney and McDowell
ABSENT: None
4. PROPOSED PRYOR HOUSE RESIDENCE MUSEUM
(23) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
the Director of Planning forwarding a letter dated February 18,
1977, from the Historical Society requesting Council approval
of locating the Pryor House on the corner of Los Rios Street
and River Street. After restoration to its original form, the
house will be used as the Historical Society headquarters,
library, and museum.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Mayor Nash and
unanimously carried to determine that the request is consistent
with the general objectives of the Los Rios Precise Plan pro -
grain and to refer the matter to the Planning Comniission and
Cultural Heritage Commission for review and recommendation.
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1. APPROVAL OF STOP SIGN INSTALLATION,
INTERSECTION OF CALLE CHUECA AND CALLE RESPLENDOR
(82) Council received copies of a report dated March 2, 1977, from
George Alvarez, Secretary to the Traffic and Transportation
Commission regarding the installation of a stop sign, as
- requested by the Casitas Capistrano Homeowners Association #2
due to a traffic collision.
It was moved by Councilman McDowell, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried to approve the installation of
a stop sign at the east approach to the intersection of Calle
Chueca and Calle Resplendor and to so direct the Director of
Public Works. The estimated cost is $125 to be allocated from
the Traffic Safety Fund.
COUNCIL ACTIONS
1. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER
(67) It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Gary L. Hausdorfer be
appointed to fill the existing vacancy on the Planning Commission.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF MINI PARK
(62) Councilman Sweeney requested that a repo -.,t on the feasibility,
including costs, of the City acquiring the Mini Park and adja-
cent property on Camino Capistrano, be placed on the Agenda.
With the consensus of the Council, Mayor Nash directed that the
City Manager contact the property pwners and report back,
2. BUILDING & SAFETY
(25) Councilman Sweeney requested that the use of residential garages
for living purposes be investigated due to misrepresentation to
future home buyers.
3. LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION - MARLBOROUGH TRACT
(21) Councilman Sweeney suggested that the City appeal to LAFCO for
extension of the City's sphere of influence to include the
Marlborough property.
4. HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS DISTRICTS
(32) Councilman Sweeney requested that the City Manager report to
Council on th ' e feasibility of establishing Homeowner Association
Districts similar to those in Simi Valley. Stich districts could
provide representation and community forums at the neighborhood
level as a possible alternative to Councilmanic Districts.
5. STREET AND SIDEWALK CONDITIONS FOR
THE HANDICAPPED
(81) Mayor Nash requested that a brief summary be prepared on th ' e
status of the sidewalk ramps being installed to assist the
handicapped.
6, -INSTALLATION OF MONUMENT SIGN - LETTER OF APPRECIATION
(25) Mayor Nash requested that a letter of appreciation be drafted
to be sent to Mr. Cooper of Sycamore Plaza for the installa-
tion of the monument sign at the intersection of Pasco Adelanto
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A and Del Obispo. The sign provides direction to the Municipal
4 offices, Post of fice, and Social Security Office.
7. TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION VACANCY
(23) The City Manager requested receipt of applications to the
Traffic and Transportation Commission due to the appointment
of Mr. Hausdorfer to the Planning Commission, Council directed
that letters of appreciation be sent to all applicants for the
Planning Commission vacancy.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed to Executive Session at 10:28 P.M., the City Clerk
being excused therefrom, and reconvened at 10:40 1>.M.
PERSONNEL - RATIFICATION OF AGREEMENT (SAMOTA)
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman Friess
and unanimously carried that the Agreement dated February 28, 1977,
between the City and Gail Samota in settlement of a personnel matter
be ratified.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council" the meeting was
adjourned at 10:44 P.M. to the next regular meetin� date of Wednesday,
March 16, 1977, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber.
ATTEST:
ASH, MAYOR
Respectfully submitted,
MARY ANN7N&ER, CITY CLERK
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