75-0122_CC_Minutes_Adjourned Regular MeetingG0J
JANUARY 22, 1975
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to
order by Mayor Byrnes at 7:05 P.M. in the City Council Chamber,
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation
was given by George Madsen.
ROLL CALL: COUNCILMEN PRESENT: Roy L. Byrnes, Mayor
James K. Weathers, Mayor pro tem
Councilman Yvon 0. Heckscher
Councilman Douglas B. Nash
Councilman John B. Sweeney
COUNCILMEN ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: John O'Sullivan, Interim City Manager/Director of
Administrative Services; William Murphy, Public Works Director/
City Engineer; George Madsen, Sr. Project Engineer; David J. Smith,
Director of Planning; James Okazaki, City Attorney; Mary Ann Hanover,
City Clerk;
MINUTES
It was moved by Councilman Nash, seconded by Councilman Heckscher
and unanimously carried that the Minutes of the Meeting of
January 8, 1975, be approved with the following corrections to
Page 10: (1) Capistrano School District Growth Committee: change
the word "County" to "Council;" add the words "if he were willing
to serve" after District Growth Committee." (2) League of
California Cities - Citizens'Direction Finding Commission—Add the
words "if he were willing to serve" after . . League of California
Cities."
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Weathers and unanimously carried that the Minutes of the Meeting of
January 15, 1975, be approved as submitted.
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman Nash
and unanimously carried that all ordinances and resolutions be
read by title only.
INTRODUCTION - ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF SUBSTATION COMMANDER
Lieutenant Walt Fath, soon to be elevated to the rank of Captain,
introduced his replacement, Sgt. Jerry Krans, who has been appointed
South County Sheriff's Substation Commander effective January 24,
1975, at which time he will be promoted to the position of Lieutenant.
RESOLUTIONS
1. STREET IMPROVEMENTS - ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING PROGRAM
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the City Engineer's office regarding the request of the
County of Orange that the City adopt a Resolution requesting
an increase in the County allocation of AHFP Funds for the
improvement of Camino Capistrano. The requested increase is
from $180,000.00 to $218,779.54.
RESOLUTION NO. 75-1-22-1: CAMINO CAPISTRANO AHFP FUNDS
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO
INCREASE THEIR ALLOCATION FROM ARTERIAL HIGHWAY FINANCING
PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CAMINO CAPISTRANO FROM OSO
ROAD TO ORTEGA IiIGHWAY - AHFP NO. 641
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It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Nash and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 75-1-22-1
be adopted.
ORDINANCES
1. ORDINANCE NO. 284: STRUCTURES IN THE "LOS RIOS AREA" -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
REQUIRING LAND USE AND OTHER SPECIAL PERMITS FOR THE CON-
STRUCTION, DEMOLITION, REFINISHING, RENOVATION OR RELOCATION
OF ANY STRUCTURES LOCATED WITHIN AN AREA BOUNDED BY THE
SANTA FE RIGHT-OF-WAY, MISSION STREET, TRABUCO CREEK AND
DEL OBISPO STREET (URGENCY) was read by title by the City
Attorney. Further reading of all Ordinances was waived
previously in the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Heckscher, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 284 be
adopted as an urgency matter. The Ordinance will be in
effect for a period of four months.
2. PROPOSED URGENCY TRAFFIC ORDINANCE
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works forwarding the proposed
urgency Traffic Ordinance, including the prima facie speed
limits on major thoroughfares. The City's existing Ordinance
No. 84 regulating raffic was declared invalid by the South
Orange County Court.
ORDINANCE NO. 285: TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
PROVIDING FOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE
VIOLATION THEREOF AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 84 was read by
title by the City Attorney. Further reading of all Ordinances
was waived previously in the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 285 be
adopted as an urgency matter with the following amendment
requested by the Public Works Director:
Page 4, Article III, Section 1 (Last street name listing
of prima facie speed limits): Change the wording from
"San Juan Creek Road between Camino Capistrano and
Ganado Road" to "San Juan Creek Road between Camino
Capistrano 500 feet east of Calle Cartagena."
3. PROCEDURES FOR REMOVAL OF TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Planning forwarding a proposed Ordinance
establishing public hearing procedures for the removal or
destruction of trees located on public rights-of-way or
easements.
ORDINANCE NO. 286: TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 248 was read by title by the City Attorney.
Further reading of all Ordinances was waived previously in
the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney and seconded by Councilman
Weathers that Ordinance No. 286 be adopted as an urgency matter.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, Weathers, Nash and
Mayor Byrnes
NOES: Councilman Heckscher
ABSENT: None
CONSENT ITEMS
It was moved by Councilman Nash, seconded by Councilman Weathers
and unanimously carried to accept the staff recommendations with
regard to the following matters:
1. REQUEST TO CONDUCT COOKIE SALE -
GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL OF ORANGE COUNTY
The request of the Girl Scout Council of Orange County to
conduct their annual Cookie Sale within the City from
February 28 through March 9, 1975, is approved.
2. REQUEST TO SOLICIT FOR FUNDS -
ORANGE COUNTY HEART ASSOCIATION
The request of the Orange County Heart Association to solicit
for funds within the City from February 1 through March 1,
1975, is approved.
3. TREASURER'S REPORT OF 1911 ACT DELINQUENCIES
The City Treasurer's Report of 1911 Act Delinquencies as of
January 6, 1975, is accepted for information.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPLICATION FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974 -
SETTING OF HEARING DATE
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Planning regarding the necessity for the
City Council to conduct a public hearing on the Application
for funds in connection with the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974. The City will receive approximately
$12,000 for first year projects.
It was moved by Councilman Nash, seconded by Councilman
Weathers and unanimously carried that the date of February 5,
1975, be set for the Public Hearing on the City's application
for Housing and Community Development Act funds.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. REQUEST FOR MODIFICATION OF FENCE REQUIREMENTS (COFF)
Mr. Jerry Coff addressed the Council regarding buffering of
Tract 7160 (Capistrano Villas). He suggested that wrought iron
fence dividers rather than wooden dividers be installed in the
wall in lieu of the planting of trees. Mayor Byrnes directed
that this matter be referred to staff for submittal to the
Planning Commission.
2. REQUEST FOR VACATION OF LA ZANJA STREET (FORSTER)
Mrs. Mary Jane Forster,.31312 Guadalupe, addressed the Council
to request that Council approve the proposed vacation of
La Zanja Street. This item is considered later on the Agenda
in connection with the Traffic and Transportation Committee.
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INTERIM CITY MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
1. STAFF REPORT FOR DECEMBER, 1974
Council received copies of the Staff Report for the Department
of Administrative Services for the month of December, 1974,
from the Interim City Manager, for information. Council
directed that a report on the activities of the Retirement
Board be placed on the Council Agenda for February 5, 1975.
2. FINANCE - REPORT'OF FUND BALANCES
The Report of Fund Balances as of December 31, 1974, will be
submitted to Council at the meeting of February 5, 1975.
3. PERSONNEL - REPORT OF FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Interim City Manager regarding funding through Federal
public service employment programs; a summary of positions is
attached. The City's total allocation is presently $120,406
which includes an additional $38,000 in CETA funds available
to the City from Orange County. The amount of $23,374 will
be allocated to other agencies, as follows: Water Works #4,
$13,572; Regional Occupational Program, $9,802. Mr. Hector
Navarette, Director of the Regional Occupational Program,
addressed the Council in support of the program.
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried to support the Public Service
Employment Programs, as set forth in the Summary.
4. ORANGE COUNTY REVENUE SHARING REPORT
The Interim City Manager presented an oral report to the
Council of a meeting held on January 14, 1975, regarding
County revenue sharing funds for cultural, historical and
educational projects. The City's request for funds for the
improvement of Long Park was approved and will be submitted
to the Board of Supervisors; the City's request for funding
of a bicycle -equestrian rest stop was not approved at this
time but will be considered at a later date.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 7:50 P.M. and reconvened at 8:07 P.M.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
1. STAFF REPORT FOR DECEMBER, 1974
Council received copies of the Planning Department Staff Report
for the month of December, 1974, for information.
Council requested that the Planning Director distribute a list
of members of the Orange County Preservation of Agriculture
Task Force and copies of minutes of their meetings to Council
and Staff.
2. REQUEST FOR EXEMPTION FROM DEFERRAL PERIOD -
MEDIC DENT COMPLEX COOPER
Council received copies of a letter dated January 10, 1975,
from Clifford D. Cooper requesting an exemption from the
deferral period for a proposed medical/dental complex at the
intersection of Paseo Adelanto and Del Obispo Street. The
Director of Planning has reviewed the project and finds that
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it is consistent with the General Plan and consistent with
both the existing and proposed zoning on the property.
RESOLUTION NO. 75-1-22-2: GRANTING EXEMPTION FROM DEFERRAL
PERIOD - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JU R—CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT
THE COOPER MEDICAL/DENTAL COMPLEX PROJECT MERITS EXEMPTION
FROM THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO, 265 AND NO. 278
It was moved by Councilman Nash, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 75-1-22-2
be adopted. The exemption is from the period of deferral
of acceptance of applications and does not indicate any
approval of the project itself.
3. REQUEST FOR EXEMPTION FROM DEFERRAL PERIOD -
DE NAULT HARDWARE HOME CENTER
Council received copies of a letter dated January 13, 1975,
from Charles G. Schlegel, representing James DeNault,
requesting an exemption from the deferral period for a proposed
Hardware Home Center on property located south of the Carl's
Jr. Restaurant on Del Obispo Street. The Director of Planning
has reviewed the project and finds that it is consistent with
the General Plan and consistent with both the existing and
proposed zoning on the property.
RESOLUTION NO, 75-1-22-3: GRANTING EXEMPTION FROM DEFERRAL
PERIOD - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JU N—CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE
DENAULT HARDWARE HOME CENTER PROJECT MERITS EXEMPTION FROM
THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 265 AND NO. 278
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 75-1-22-3
be adopted. The application for this project may now be
considered by the Planning Department.
Both of the above projects will be submitted to the Environ-
mental Review Board for determination of EIR requirements.
Council directed that the composition of the Environmental
Review Board be placed on the Agenda for the meeting of
February 5, 1975.
4. GENERAL PLAN DOCUMENT - AUTHORIZATION FOR PRINTING EXPENDITURE/
DISTRIBUTION OF COPIES
Council received copies of a report dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Planning regarding the printing costs
of the General Plan and a proposed program for the distribution
of copies of the Plan. The cost will be approximately $5,000
for the printing of 500 copies.
It was moved by Councilman Nash, seconded by Councilman
Weathers and unanimously carried as follows:
(1) Authorize additional budget expenditures for the printing
of 500 copies of the total General Plan Document and 50
copies of the Policy Plan Document;
(2) Develop a program for distribution of the document as
follows:
(a) Distribute free General Plan Documents to the City
Council, Planning Commission, Staff, public agencies
affected by actions of the City, and City Boards,
Commissions and Committees.
(b) Make available free copies to Members of the Policy
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5. REFUSE - PRIMA DESHECHA DISPOSAL SITE REPORT
This item was held over to the meeting of February 5, 1975,
pending receipt of the proposed Agreement from the County of
Orange.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
1, STAFF REPORTS FOR DECEMBER, 1974
Council received copies of the staff reports for the month of
December, 1974, from the Consultant Engineering, Staff
Engineering, Public Works Maintenance, and Water Treatment
Plant Divisions of the Public Works Department for information.
Council commended Ed.Vallavanti and his staff, as set forth
in a letter dated December 9, 1974, from the State Division of
Water quality Control regarding a recent inspection of the
SERRA plant operation. The Public Works Director will
ascertain if there are any Cal OSHA requirements regarding
the possibility of chlorine leaks at the treatment plant,
2. REQUEST FOR ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGN -
Council received copies of a report dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Planning regarding the request of the
Tysons for permission to locate a directional sign in the
Mission Street right-of-way near Camino Capistrano,
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that the Director of Public
Works be directed to issue an encroachment permit for a
directional sign in the Mission Street right-of-way for the
Depot Restaurant. The sign will be the same as the
Verdugo Street sign with the addition of a hanging sign
reading "Parking and Depot." The Director of Public Works is
to affix conditions to the permit which allow for the removal
of the sign at City discretion, including review at the end of
an initial 18 -month period,
3, NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOU I G N UR AN DEVELOPMENT
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works outlining the National
Flood Insurance Program, its requirements, penalties for
non -participation, and setting forth a timetable of steps
for entering the Program. The Program becomes
effective on. July 1,-1975; by this participation, property
owners will have the right to acquire Federal flood insurance.
Council received the memorandum for information,
4, S.E.R.R,A, PROJECT COMMITTEE 5 - PROPOSED BUDGET REVISION
This item was withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of the
Director of Public Works.
5, ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS - SUMMARY OF MONTHLY SERVICES
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works forwarding a summary of
monthly billings from Woodside/Kubota & Associates, engineering
consultants.
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
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Plan Committees. These
copies shall be held
for
a period of one month
and must be picked up
by the
Policy Plan Committee
Members.
Council deferred consideration
of the price for which
copies
of the Plan will be sold to the
public until such time
as a
firm cost figure is received,
5. REFUSE - PRIMA DESHECHA DISPOSAL SITE REPORT
This item was held over to the meeting of February 5, 1975,
pending receipt of the proposed Agreement from the County of
Orange.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
1, STAFF REPORTS FOR DECEMBER, 1974
Council received copies of the staff reports for the month of
December, 1974, from the Consultant Engineering, Staff
Engineering, Public Works Maintenance, and Water Treatment
Plant Divisions of the Public Works Department for information.
Council commended Ed.Vallavanti and his staff, as set forth
in a letter dated December 9, 1974, from the State Division of
Water quality Control regarding a recent inspection of the
SERRA plant operation. The Public Works Director will
ascertain if there are any Cal OSHA requirements regarding
the possibility of chlorine leaks at the treatment plant,
2. REQUEST FOR ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGN -
Council received copies of a report dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Planning regarding the request of the
Tysons for permission to locate a directional sign in the
Mission Street right-of-way near Camino Capistrano,
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried that the Director of Public
Works be directed to issue an encroachment permit for a
directional sign in the Mission Street right-of-way for the
Depot Restaurant. The sign will be the same as the
Verdugo Street sign with the addition of a hanging sign
reading "Parking and Depot." The Director of Public Works is
to affix conditions to the permit which allow for the removal
of the sign at City discretion, including review at the end of
an initial 18 -month period,
3, NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOU I G N UR AN DEVELOPMENT
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works outlining the National
Flood Insurance Program, its requirements, penalties for
non -participation, and setting forth a timetable of steps
for entering the Program. The Program becomes
effective on. July 1,-1975; by this participation, property
owners will have the right to acquire Federal flood insurance.
Council received the memorandum for information,
4, S.E.R.R,A, PROJECT COMMITTEE 5 - PROPOSED BUDGET REVISION
This item was withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of the
Director of Public Works.
5, ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS - SUMMARY OF MONTHLY SERVICES
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works forwarding a summary of
monthly billings from Woodside/Kubota & Associates, engineering
consultants.
It was moved by Councilman Weathers, seconded by Councilman
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Sweeney and unanimously carried that the memorandum be
received and filed.
Councilman Heckscher indicated that special projects and
total expenditures should be included in future summaries
of this type.
AIRPORT STUDY COMMITTEE
The Interim City Manager advised that he had no information to
report at this time.
Council received copies of a Community Center Background report.
Councilman Sweeney, Chairman of the Committee, made an oral
report and the Director of Planning made a slide presentation
describing the physical layout for a community center/city hall
complex in the downtown area of the City. The city administration
complex would be located on E1 Camino Real between the Aguilar
Adobe and the Bank of America building and would consist of
approximately 20,000 square feet of building area, along with
fountains, landscaping, parking areas and a plaza -park; a fire
station is also being proposed in the area. Included also is a
proposal that a portion of the Los Rios Special Study Area be
utilized for a County Library and community center area and
coordinated with the city administration complex by means of
pedestrian walkways. Methods of financing the project are being
explored.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Councilman Nash
and unanimously carried to accept the report of the Community
Center Study Committee and to direct the Committee to discuss
the plan with various civic organizations and individuals so that
all residents and business interests of the City will have an
opportunity to review the proposal.
This item is to be considered in Executive Session.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CRITERIA FOR NAMING CITY PARKS
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 19750
from the Director of Public Works and considered a proposed
resolution setting forth guidelines for the naming of public
parks and recreation facilities in the City. Councilman
Heckscher noted some inconsistencies in the proposed resolu-
tion and indicated he would assist staff in re -wording certain
sections.
2. REQUEST FOR FUNDING - DANA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL HANDBALL COURTS
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works forwarding a letter dated
December 17, 1974, from Orange County Supervisor Riley, and
a recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission that
the City not participate in a proposed City/County/Capistrano
Bay Park and Recreation District nor the School District
have indicated strong support of the project.
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man Sweeney to accept the recommendation of the Parks &
Recreation Commission that the City not participate in this
project; and, direct: the Interim City Manager to convey this
position to the County while reaffirming a continuing interest
in participation in cooperative recreational projects with
the School District and the County of Orange. The motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, Weathers, Nash and
Mayor Byrnes
NOES: Councilman Heckscher
ABSENT: None
PLANNING COMMISSION.
1. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS
Council received copies of the report dated January 22, 1975,
of actions taken by the Planning Commission at their regular
meeting of January 7, 1975.
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
PROPOSED VACATION OF LA ZANJA STREET
Council received copies of a memorandum dated January 22, 1975,
from the Director of Public Works regarding the proposed
vacation of La Zanja Street from Guadalupe Street to Ysidora
Street. Mary Jane Forster, 31312 Guadalupe Street, addressed
the Council in favor of the proposed vacation.
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Councilman
Heckscher and unanimously carried to accept the recommendation
of the Traffic and Transportation Committee and concur in
concept with the vacation of La Zanja Street from Guadalupe
Street to Ysidora Street and to direct staff to prepare the
necessary documents for street vacation, in accordance with
Section 8322 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State
of California.
Notices of intention to vacate the street will be posted in
appropriate locations. Council suggested that notices should
also be sent to adjoining property owners.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. EQUESTRIAN TRAILS
Councilman Weathers inquired if there were any plans for the
coordination of equestrian trails from the City to Caspers
Park. Councilman Sweeney requested that the possibility of
an equestrian underpass on the Ortega Highway be discussed
with appropriate representatives of the State Division of
Highways. Staff was directed to investigate this matter.
2. CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Councilman Sweeney inquired if there has been any response
from the School District regarding the City's interest in
acquiring the old high school gymnasium and also inquired if
there had been coordination with the City regarding the Mission
View High School expansion.
3. CAPISTRANO COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COUNCIL
Councilman Sweeney commented on a recent newspaper article
regarding the recently -incorporated Capistrano Community
Affairs Council and suggested the possibility of the Council
meeting with citizen organizations every six months to
present current issues and problems.
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Mayor Byrnes commented t1 -at the Council's statement of aims
and purposes is excellent.
4. ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS -
ENDORSEMENT OF SUPERVISOR RILEY
Mayor Byrnes suggested that it would be appropriate for the
Council to adopt a Resolution supporting the current tenure
of Supervisor Thomas F. Riley and urging Governor Brown to
make his appointment as representative of the Fifth Super-
visorial District permanent.
RESOLUTION NO. 75-1-22-4: SUPERVISOR RILEY -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, ENDORSING THOMAS F. RILEY AS MEMBER
OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, FIFTH DISTRICT
It was moved by Councilman Sweeney, seconded by Councilman
Nash and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 75-1-22-4
be adopted.
5. AGRICULTURAL STUDY
Councilmen Sweeney and Nash volunteered their services on the
proposed Steering Committee for the Agricultural Study.
Councilman Nash advised that Councilman Henry Quigley of the
City of Irvine has devised a plan for the preservation of
open space and agriculture. Council concurred that Mr. Quigley
be invited to make a presentation of his plan to the City
Council at the meeting of February 5, 1975.
6. PERSONNEL - LEGISLATIVE AIDES FOR CITY COUNCIL
It was moved by Councilman Nash and seconded by Councilman
Sweeney that a program be implemented whereby each Council-
man at his discretion may acquire the services of a legislative
aide, that the matter be agendized for the meeting of
February 5, 1975, and that staff submit a report outlining
the manner in which aides would be compensated. The motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sweeney, Nash and Heckscher
NOES: Councilman Weathers and Mayor Byrnes
ABSENT: None
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed to Executive Session at 11:04 P.M. and reconvened
at 11:10 P.M.
ADOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 11:10 P.M. to the next meeting date of Wednesday,
January 29, 1975, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber for a
joint meeting with the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
� I�fA$H�ER, CITY CLEffiC_
APPROVED: ��//
ROY L. BYRN S, M.D., MAYOR
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