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ating the part the Chamber could play in the area of sales tax as a
result of more visitors coming into the community and asked for re-
consideration in their allotment. Mayor Forster stated that Council
had not yet completed study and expected to continue to study all
phases of budget in detail before its adoption. The Mayor then request-
ed any and all persons wishing to speak in opposition to be budget step
forward and be heard. There were no protests. Public hearing closed.
Several questions regarding expenditures were answered publicly.
2. Request to establish date for Council public hearing on rezone
request RZ 71-102 (Fischer). The request was for a reversion from PD
to U-1 on property south of and adjacent to the Ortega Highway. City
Administrator recommended July 26, 1971 be set as hearing date. Staff
instructed to make appropriate arrangements.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. City Administrator in receipt of two proposals on feasibility
study for municipal acquisition of San Juan Hills Country Club and is
anticipating two more. Mayor Forster recommended putting on agenda for
next regular meeting for further study.
2. City Administrator explained proposed agreement with Orange
County for fire protection services. Councilman Bathgate, seconded by
Councilman Chermak, moved that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized
to sign said agreement. Roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate,
Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
3. Re: Proposed purchase of surplus property from Flood Control
District (Parcel LO 2-103.6). Deferred to next regular meeting pending
receipt of preliminary Title Report.
4. Two comparative cost analyses of propane fuel versus gasoline
for city vehicles received. Council concurred in that further compari-
sons be made with regard to bulk purchase price, cost of installation
of pumps on existing tanks, yearly costs, etc.
5. City Engineer explained briefly proposed agreement for railroad
crossing at extension of La Zanja and AT&SF railroad. Two conditions
must be met: (1) Agreement with developer (Westport) for financial
obligation, and (2) approval by City Attorney. Crossing to be improved
and lights and gates to be installed. New opening at La Zanja is a
replacement for Mission Street crossing.
Councilman Bathgate moved to authorize signing of the agree-
ments with developer and the AT&SF railroad subject to approval of the
City Engineer and City Attorney. Motion seconded by Councilman Thorpe.
Roll call was taken: Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell,
Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
6. Councilman Bathgate moved to adopt Resolution No. 71-6-28-1,
entitled, "Resolution ascertaining and determining the prevailing rate
of per diem wages to be paid for public works contracts in the City of
San Juan Capistrano, pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code". Motion
duly seconded. Resolution passed, approved and adopted by the following
vote: Ayes: Councilman Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe and Forster.
Noes: None Absent: None
7. City Engineer recommended approval of agreement between the
City and County of Orange re: Materials Testing and Soils Engineering
Services. Motion by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Bathgate,
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City Attorney
1. Zaenglein suit has been filed.
2. The meeting with Mack Brown, San Clemente City Attorney,
regarding legal aspects in proposed consolidation of San Juan Capistrano,
San Clemente, Dana Point and Capistrano Beach into one municipal entity
has been postponed. Will submit report at next regular meeting.
City Engineer
1. Construction Report - Tract 6441 (Sant Tract) moving along
well. Received invoice on street improvements abutting park site for
just under $25,000. Developer will be making demand upon the city for
that money. 1
2. Made presentation of Tract Map received from Westport Develop-
ment Company (Tract 7229). Recommended Council approve this tract sub-
ject to conditions set forth. They are to furnish bonds and all fees
due and payable will be paid. This tract includes 5 acre park site
with recreational vehicle storage. Councilman Thorpe moved to approve
Tract 7229 for recordation subject to certification of the City Engineer
and execution by the City Clerk. Seconded by Councilman Bathgate, carried.
Director of Finance
Reported that girls from the Neighborhood Youth Corp are working
out very well. Inventory of city property moving along smoothly.
Director of Planning
Submitted reports on monthly activities of the department and
the Tourism Conference held in Sacramento June 16-17, 1971.
Director of Public Works
Submitted Monthly Report for month of May, 1971.
Councilman Chermak
Would like Drainage Fee Committee to get together.
WARRANTS
Councilman Chermak questioned Warrant No. 6153 payable to Dana
Point Sanitary District for Emergency Repairs -shared costs. It was
pointed out that this was for replacement of bouys on the outfall line,
possibly damaged by craft from the Marina. He stated that the Coast
Guard or Harbor Patrol should be made aware of this situation. Director
of Public Works to look into matter.
Councilman Bathgate then moved to honor Warrant Nos. 6101 through
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6183, inclusive, for a total amount of $117,300.95. Motion seconded
by Councilman Thorpe and carried unanimously. So ordered.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 PM to an Executive Session to
discuss personnel matters, and reconvened at 11:40 PM. The regular
Council meeting adjourned at 11:45 PM to an adjourned regular meeting
Friday, July 2, 1971, at 6:00 o'clock PM.
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DonG. Wefdner
City Clerk
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