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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of San Juan Capistrano
April 8. 1963
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by
Mayor William A. Bathgate.
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was recited. The invocation was given
by the City Clerk, Ernest A. Thompson.
The City Clerk called the roll: Councilmen present were: Carl E. Buchheim,
Eric F. Cliff, Don Durnford, Antonio M. (Tony) Olivares, and William A. Bathgate;
Councilmen absent: none.
The Minutes of the previous meeting held March 25, 1963, and the regular
adjourned meeting held March 27, 1963, were approved as submitted.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
(a) City Clerk, Ernest A. Thompson, read a letter from the City of Huntington
Beach to the City of San Juan Capistrano regarding their adoption of Resolution
No. 17539 opposing legislation (Senate Bill No. 888) which would restrict the
establishment of additional thoroughbred horse racing meets to the allocations
made in 1962 by the horse racing board.
Councilman Buchheim offered a resolution to endorse the resolution presented
by Huntington Beach. The resolution was passed, accepted, and adopted by a unan-
imous vote.
(b) Ernest A. Thompson, City Clerk, read a letter from the City of LaHabra con-
cerning their adoption of Resolution No. 1171, stating the position of the City
Council with respect to proposed state legislation.
Councilman Durnford offered a resolution that they endorse the resolution as
stated by LaHabra. The resolution was passed, accepted, and adopted by a unanimous
vote.
(c) Councilman Buchheim proposed a resolution that we ask for a negative attitude
and vote by the State legislators on S.B. 344 - Local Road and Street Development
Act.
Roll Call was taken. Resolution was passed, accepted, and adopted by a
majority vote of 4 to 1 (Councilman Durnford cast the dissenting vote).
(d) City Clerk, Ernest A. Thompson, asked for an expression of the Council as to
the procedure needed for construction of a private road on public street requested
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by Ervin L. Watkins.
The request was discussed by the Council.
Councilman Durnford felt that the matter was premature as to making a
decision since Mr. Watkins had only asked for instructions for the procedure
in building the road, and moved that the matter be tabled. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Olivares and passed unanimously.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
(a) Mr. Gaffney, spoke in behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of San Juan Capis-
trano, for their plans to promote the area by the use of local window displays
and asked permission for the use of the windows in the City Hall. Also, he asked
if the City would allocate in their budget, certain funds that would be used for
the decoration and trim in the amount of approximately $150. _ $200. He explained
the type of displays and suggestions for who would possibly set them up.
City Attorney, John Dawson, felt that this was a good idea and stated that
many Cities cooperate with the Chamber of Commerce in this type of idea.
Councilman Durnford suggested that service clubs might offer to help with
decorations, etc., rather than burden the taxpayers.
Councilman Buchheim expressed that he felt it would be a very fine idea and
thought it merits consideration in the up -coming budget and should be up for dis-
cussion and consideration of the Council. He further recommended that some
provisions be made to allow seasonal and other timely projects and posters to be
integrated with the overall display set up by the committee of the Chamber of
Commerce.
Councilman Durnford made a motion they make the windows available under the
conditions which Councilman Buchheim set forth. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Cliff and carried unanimously.
A committee of Mr. Smith and Mr. Caverly was formed and will discuss details
with Mayor Bathgate and Ernest A. Thompson, City Clerk.
(b) Councilman Olivares spoke to the need of support of the citizens by atten-
dance at the City Council meetings.
TREASURER'S REPORT:
The monthly report of the financial status of the City of San Juan Capistrano
for the month ending March 31, 1963, was submitted by the City Treasurer, Mrs.
Alice Ross.
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Councilman Cliff made a motion to approve and accept the Treasurer's report
for the month ending March 31, 1963, and was duly seconded by Councilman Buchheim.
Motion passed and report ordered filed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Councilman Durnford reported the meeting called by Dr. Krueger in request of
a representative of the City to discuss the airport; the committee presented sev-
eral sites and the Federal Aviation Agency will decide on one for permanent site
in the area. They will be here to check the sites in three (3) weeks.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS:
The reports given by the Secretary of the Planning Commission, Ed Holtz, were:
(a) Proposed Ordinance - amending Ordinance No. 31 (Architectural Control District)
The City Planning Commission submitted a recommendation to the City Council
for the expansion of the Mission area along Los Rios Street for architectural
control. An Ordinance was prepared and submitted.
Councilman Buchheim made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Durnford and carried unanimously.
Public Hearing scheduled for May 13, 1963-
(b) Proposed Ordinance _ establishing district regulations for R -P, Residential -
Professional.
A proposed Ordinance and recommendation was presented for approval of "R -P",
acting as a buffer zone between residential and commercial zoning.
Councilman Durnford moved that the recommendation be accepted and approved,
seconded by Councilman Cliff and carried unanimously.
Public Hearing is scheduled for May 13, 1963-
(c) Proposed District zoning - E_31 R_19 C_1, and R -P.
A proposed Ordinance and recommendation was presented to Council for the zoning
of areas as E_3, R_1, C_1, and R -P.
Councilman Cliff made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and to set the Public Hearing on May 13, 1963• The motion was seconded
by Councilman Durnford and carried unanimously.
(d) Public Hearing announcements:
(1) Public Hearing, April 16, 1963, on regulations for proposed M_L (Limited
Manufacturing) zoning.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
(a) Re-establishment of Municipal Sewer District
Councilman Cliff expressed that it was too early to set boundaries and that
there has to be more ground planning done.
Councilman Buchheim made a motion that the matter be deferred. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Durnford and carried unanimously.
(b) City Attorney, John Dawson, reported on the excursion "Tram" of Disneyland,
which has an overall insurance coverage on the park. The Disneyland Tram is run
on private property except for the crossing of one street where there are stop
lights. Mr. Dawson suggested that Mr. Lobo get a different type of vehicle
operation providing protection of the passengers.
Councilman Durnford moved that clearances be released from a taxi franchise
and for Mr. Lobo to proceed under the regulations of the Department of Motor
Vehicles and that the City Council issue a Business License. Motion was seconded
by Councilman Buchheim and carried unanimously.
(c) City Attorney, John Dawson, reported on the disposal of sewage effluent from
the Colony Kitchen and Standard Station; that it run within freeway right of way
southerly to surplus property owned by the Division of Highways.
Councilman Buchheim moved that the City Clerk write a letter requesting such
encroachment be permitted as an interim measure. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilman Durnford and carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
(a) Weed Abatement:
City Clerk, Ernest A. Thompson, requested permission to make the necessary
arrangements and procure the necessary supplies for handling the Weed Abatement
program this year.
Councilman Cliff made a motion to authorize the City Clerk to proceed with
the Weed Abatement program. The motion was seconded by Councilman Durnford and
carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS:
(a) City Clerk, Ernest A. Thompson, announced the Orange County Division League
of Cities Executive meeting on Thursday, April 11, 1963, in Orange, and the gen-
eral meeting on April 25, 1963, with the City of Huntington Beach as host.
(b) Councilman Buchheim mentioned that the Business License of W. J. Burke, a
contractor, for the San Juan Elementary School District, should be collected as
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he is leaving the City in a few weeks.
(c) Bell ringing on July 4th.
Councilman Durnford offered a resolution that the City of San Juan Capistrano
and Orange County participate in the ringing of bells on July 4th, and that this
resolution be forwarded to all cities and the Board of Supervisors.
The resolution was passed, accepted, and adopted by a unanimous vote of the
Council.
(d) Mayor William A. Bathgate expressed that he was honored to be in the position
of Mayor and committed himself to do his utmost to fulfill all the duties expected
of him, to the best of his ability.
(e) A citizen stated that there was a rut in Camino Capistrano (near the southerly
City limits) that should be taken care of in order to protect the City.
Mr. Thompson will investigate.
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
ErnEtSf A. Thompson
City Clerk _ Administrator
These are the official proceedings of the Regular meeting of the City Council of
the City of San Juan Capistrano, held the 8th day of April, 1963.
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