71-0809_CC_Minutes_Regular Meeting6"
August 9, 1971
REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL - CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
The regular meeting of the City Council of San Juan Capistrano was
called to order at 7:02 PM by Mayor Pro Tem William A. Bathgate.
The pledge of allegiance was recited. Invocation was given by
Mr. T. J. Meadows,
Mayor Forster arrived at 7:05 PM,
The Deputy City Clerk called the roll. Councilman present:
William A. Bathgate, Edward S. Chermak, Josh Gammell, James F. Thorpe
and Thomas A. Forster.
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The minutes of the regular meeting of July 26, 1971 were approved
as presented.
Councilman Chermak moved that all ordinances and resolutions for
this meeting be read by title only. Motion seconded by Councilman Gammell
and carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR MATTERS
As this is a new item on the agenda, Mayor Forster recommended
approval and suggested that separate action on any specific issue could
be taken at Council's discretion.
Councilman Bathgate moved for approval of request from St. Killian's
Church car raffle ticket sale August 14-15 and 21-22, subject to assurance
that there would be no violation of parking regulations. Seconded by
Councilman Thorpe and carried unanimously.
BIDS, CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS
1. Upon recommendation of City Manager and Finance Director,
Councilman Gammell moved for purchase of accounting machine for Finance
department in the amount of $3,675.00. Seconded by Councilman Chermak
and carried by unanimous vote.
2. Proposed specifications for comprehensive liability and extended
coverage insurance were presented to Council. Councilman Thorpe moved
that staff be authorized to present insurance proposals for approval at
the meeting of September 13th. Motion seconded by Councilman Gammell and
carried by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, PROCLAMATIONS
1. City Attorney read proposed Ordinance No. 183 (RZ 7-102, Fischer)
by title only. This constituted second reading. Councilman Chermak
moved that Ordinance No. 183 be offered for adoption. Seconded by Council-
man Thorpe and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 183 passed, approved
and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate, Chermak,
Gammell, Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
2. Proposed Ordinance No. 185 amending wage and salary scales for
City Employees was tabled at request of City Manager until conclusion of
study by Cooperative Personnel Services,
3. Upon motion of Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Bath-
gate and carrying unanimously, Resolution No. 71-B-9-1, establishing
General Fund tax rate of $ .90 per $100 assessed valuation, was adopted
by roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe
and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
4. Upon the motion of Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman
Gammell and carrying unanimously, Resolution No. 71-8-9-2, establishing
the Bond Redemption Fund tax at the rate of $ .30 per $100 assessed
valuation, was also adopted by roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent:
None
5. Councilman Thorpe moved for adoption of Resolution No. 71-8-9-3,
transferring functions of Site Plan Review Committee to the Planning
Commission. Motion seconded by Councilman Bathgate and carried unanimously.
Passed, approved and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None—
SUBDIVISIONS, ANNEXATIONS
1. Final Tract Map 7221 (Straub) - Director of Public Works stat-
ed Tract had been approved at Waterworks District #4 meeting prior to
Council meeting. City Engineer, stating developer had met required
agreements, recommended approval of Tract Map 7221. Councilman Chermak,
seconded by Councilman Bathgate, moved that Tract Map 7221 be approved
and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute for record-
ation. Roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell,
Thorpe and Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
2. Final Tract Map 6590 (Westport) - Director of Public Works
reported Board of Directors for Waterworks District #4 took action
approving this subdivision subject to receipt of final guarantees as
outlined in agreement - three -party agreement, security bond or cash
deposit. Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Gammell, moved for
approval of Tract Map 6590 subject to conditions outlined above. Roll
call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bathgate, Chermak, Gammell, Thorpe and
Forster. Noes: None Absent: None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Request received from Christiansen & Associates for Council deter-
mination on future use of Ganado Road between La Novia Bridge and San
Juan Creek Road. City Engineer made presentation pointing out new access
road leading to flood control channel. Director of Public Works stated
there was no reason to abandon Ganado Road at the present time and that
traffic would be diverted by means of traffic aids and intersection
lighted. Councilman Bathgate moved to uphold the recommendation of the
Director of Public Works. Motion seconded by Councilman Chermak and
carried unanimously. So ordered.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. E1 Presidente C. P. McDowell of the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta
Association addressed himself before Council requesting they be granted
franchise to hold 1972 Fiesta de las Golondrinas Parade. Councilman
Gammell moved that exclusive franchise be granted subject to conditions
imposed previous years. Motion seconded by Councilman Bathgate and
carried by unanimous vote.
2. Mr. Albert Hyman, representing San Juan Terrace Homeowners'
Association, appeared before Council stating a representative would
attend Council meetings from time to time presenting requests and recom-
mendations. He requested that stop signs be placed in tract in strategic
areas and that certain streets be resurfaced. He also questioned status
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of Four Oaks Park. Councilman Chermak recommended Parks and Recreation
Commission make report to Council at the next regular meeting. Director
of Public Works stated street seal coat in San Juan Terrace was a
budgeted item, and Mayor Forster referred the matter of traffic control to
Public Works Director for report and recommendation.
3. Mrs. Anthony, a resident of Dike and Colgrove tract, addressed
Council at length with regard to loose animals, cleaning of streets,
and traffic control. Mayor Forster requested staff to investigate and
report back at the Council meeting of September 13th.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. City Manager requested Council determination on Building Code
enforcement at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Memorandum to Council re-
commended three major alternatives. Council concurred in the recommend-
ation to establish a specific area of the Mission as an historical site
and exclude such from requirements of building and related Codes. Mr.
Jay Latham, contractor, took the floor outlining procedures used in
restoration work. Councilman Bathgate then moved that an ordinance
exempting certain historical buildings from the application of building
codes be put into effect. Motion seconded by Councilman Thorpe and
carried unanimously. City Attorney rendered first reading of proposed
Ordinance No. 185 by title only.
2. City Manager requested Council direction on various requests
for public documents. Mayor Forster requested establishment of a fee
schedule. Council also directed an extra packet of agenda items be made
available at the public counter for public perusal.
3. With regard to the item on curb side refuse regulations, City
Manager and Director of Public Works were instructed to investigate and
report recommendations at the next regular meeting. Mayor Forster re-
quested that the minutes show that he asked for comments only and did not
enter into discussion of subject matter.
4. New street sign formats were displayed. City Manager recommend-
ed purchase of Mission style signs, bordered, and showing block numbers.
Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Chermak, moved to uphold recom-
mendation. Carried unanimously.
5. Bid opening date for modification of treatment plant was post-
poned due to additions on the plans and specs. Councilman Chermak moved
that bid opening date be established for Friday, August 20, 1971 at the
hour of 11;00 AM. Carried unanimously.
6. City Engineer in receipt of two right of way agreements from
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Darnold granting 6 feet on Camino Capistrano and 5 feet
on the E1 Camino Real side of their property. He also received right of
way agreement of 6 feet on the West side of Camino Capistrano across from
the old high school from Mr. Kopp and recommended these be accepted by
the City. Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Gammell, moved for
execution of the agreements for recordation. Carried unanimously. City
Engineer was also directed to make an evaluation of improvements plans
for sidewalks along Camino Capistrano.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MATTERS
1. The Secretary of the Planning Commission presented a Memo
stating approval of DL 71-105 (Mercado), subject to conditions, and
requesting waiver of condition #2 regarding street improvements to City
Standards until such time as land usage changes. Mr. Ray Mercado, repre-
senting the Catholic Church Chancellery in this matter, took the floor
with a plea for delay of all improvements. Discussion ensued. Council-
man Thorpe then moved that the recommendation of the Planning Commission
be upheld. Motion seconded by Councilman Gammell and carried by unanim-
ous vote.
2. Request from Planning Commission for joint Town Hall type
meeting with City Council on August 30, 1971. Mayor Forster asked that
the matter be held over to Council meeting of August 23rd. Staff may
find need for alternate place to hold Town Hall Meeting, e.g., school
auditorium.
WARRANTS
The list of demands was presented from the Finance Office. Council-
man Chermak, seconded by Councilman Thorpe, moved that warrant numbers
6255 through 6300, inclusive, for the total amount of $33,621.74 be
approved for payment. Motion carried unanimously and was so ordered.
COUNCIL REMARKS
1. Correspondence from League of California Cities received
requesting voting delegate designation for conference slated in San
Francisco September 26-29, 1971. Councilman Chermak moved that Mayor
Forster be named Voting Delegate with Councilman Thorpe to act as Voting
Alternate. Motion seconded by Councilman Bathgate and carried unanimously.
2. Councilman Bathgate - Reported unsafe area in vicinity of the
Trabuco Bridge. Shoulders full of debris, barricades, etc. Director
of Public Works is to contact Flood Control people.
3. Councilman Chermak - Spoke of the possibility, for the safety
of the area, of placing a three-way signal at Dohney Park Road and Coast
Highway to replace the present two-way signal. Director of Public
Works will contact the Road Commissioner to point out dangers at said
intersection.
4. Councilman Gammell - Noted bicycle path on Camino Capistrano
between Casas and Casitas Capistrano covered over due to earth moving
in the area. Director of Public Works to check out.
Councilman Gammell asked regarding status on Hawkins proposed
Mobilehome Park. City Manager to check with Planning Department and
direct letter to Hawkins interests.
5. Councilman Thorpe - Stated he was now prepared to make a
motion granting golf course study to Sherman Company as proposed, sub-
ject to receipt of letter from those in control of property agreeing
to the following conditions:
a. That Glendale Federal Savings Association is the unquali-
fied legal owner of the site known as San Juan Hills Country
Club and is in the position to offer the property for sale.
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b. That Glendale Federal Savings Association will guarantee
availability of the property known as San Juan Hills Country
Club and associated nine acre driving range for purchase by
the City of San Juan Capistrano for a period of one year
from date of acceptance of our proposal.
C. That the purchase price for the subject property will
not exceed $2.5 million.
He so moved. Motion seconded by Councilman Chermak and carried by 4-1
vote, Councilman Bathgate voting "No".
Councilman Thorpe noted that a large number of accidents
occurred on Freeway near the bend of the Capistrano Beach offramp and
is of the opinion they are mostly due to inadequate signing before
coming to bend. Sign should state "Exit Only". Director of Public
Works is meeting with Traffic Engineer of State Division of Highways
and will bring matter to his attention.
Councilman Thorpe inquired as to what has transpired with
regard to complaint from resident in mobilehome park close to the air-
port who was concerned with pilot violations. Councilman Chermak stated
he and City Manager had visited complainant and the matter is under
investigation. City Manager will write FAA re night flights, flight
patterns, etc.
6. Councilman Bathgate asked for clarification of informational
item, Letter from Road Department to City Engineer re alternate align-
ment of Trabuco Creek Road. City Engineer stated he has been authorized
to proceed with study.
7. Mayor Forster - Presented letter from James R. Johnson,
Council on Governmental Relations, to City Manager who will have Council
complete questionnaire and return to Mr. Johnson.
Mayor Forster reported on LAFC meeting he had attended earlier
in the day.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11;12 PM.
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Donald G. Weidner
City Clerk
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