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MINUTES
MARCH 20, 2007
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Allevato called the Closed Session of the City Council of the City of San Juan
Capistrano to order at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Hribar, Dr. Londres Uso, Mark Nielsen
Mayor pro tem Joe Soto, and Mayor Sam Allevato
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Dave Adams, City Manager; Maria Morris, Deputy City Clerk; John
Shaw, City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION (610.85)
A Closed Session was held for the following purposes, as authorized by statute:
1. Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6, the City Council conferred with
its labor negotiator (City Manager) as to salary schedules and terms of
employment. The affected bargaining units are San Juan Capistrano Classified
Employees Association and San Juan Management and Professional
Employee’s Association.
2. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8, the City Council conferred with
its real property negotiator (City Manager) regarding the price and terms of
exchange of real property easements with respect to Assessor’s Parcel # 666-
301-11, a vacant one acre parcel adjoining Valle Road. The property owner’s
representative is Ronald Klein.
Mayor Allevato invited the public to provide comment.
There was no public comment and the meeting was moved to Closed Session
chambers until recessed until 7:00 p.m.
BUSINESS SESSION
Mayor Allevato reconvened the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of San
Juan Capistrano to order at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Council Member
Hribar led the Pledge of Allegiance and Mayor pro tem Soto gave the invocation.
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ROLL CALL
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Hribar, Dr. Londres Uso, Mark Nielsen,
Mayor pro tem Joe Soto, and Mayor Sam Allevato
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Dave Adams, City Manager; William M. Huber, Assistant City
Manager; John Shaw, City Attorney; Meg Monahan, City Clerk; Cynthia L. Russell,
Administrative Services Director; John Elwell, Interim Public Works Director; Nasser
Abbaszadeh, Engineering & Building Director; Steve Apple, Planning Director; Karen
Crocker, Community Services Director; Lt. Mike Betzler, Chief of Police Services;
Douglas Dumhart, Economic Development Manager; Teri Delcamp, Historic
Preservation Manager; William Ramsey, Principal Planner; Joe Mankawich, Associate
Engineer; and Eileen White, Recording Secretary
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS - None
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS AND ORAL REPORTS
Council Member Uso reported discussions with Congressman Campbell.
Council Member Nielsen reported attending the Mass for the Grand Retablo at the
Mission San Juan Capistrano; the El Presidente Ball; and a meeting concerning
potential development of the Mission Inn site.
Council Member Hribar reported attending South Orange County Waste Water Authority
meetings; meetings with City commissioners; a Navel Academy Glee Club event; the
City’s Emergency Operations Center; El Presidente Ball; and the memorial service for
Donna Chermak.
Mayor pro tem Soto reported meeting with officials from San Clemente concerning the
La Pata extension; the Orange County Waste Management Commission; League of
Cities meeting; the Shea Center reception; the El Presidente Ball and Fiesta related
press conference; and the San Juan Basin Authority meeting.
Mayor Allevato reported attending a meeting with San Clemente officials concerning La
Pata extension; two Transportation Corridor Agency meetings; the Shea Center
dedication; an Orange County Sheriff Department enforcement briefing; the El
Presidente Ball; and a Fiesta related press conference. In addition, he attended the
dedication of the Grand Retablo at Mission San Juan Capistrano, and complimented
Kelly Tokarski, the City’s Community Outreach consultant, on the associated
proclamation.
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NORTHWEST AREA STRATEGIES COMMITTEE REPORT
Council Member Nielsen announced the next meeting of the Open Space Committee
was scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, April 16, 2007 (moved from Monday, April 2, 2007),
in the City Council Chamber.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF COMMUNITYWIDE INTEREST
Karen Crocker, Community Services Director, announced upcoming Fiesta de las
Golondrinas events including the Fiesta Grande, Hoos’Gow Day, Swallows Day Parade,
Mercado, and the Rotary and Women’s Club Pancake Breakfast. After Swallows Day,
events include the Red Cross Blood drive and the Rotary Club Easter Eggstravaganza.
INTRODUCTIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AND DONATIONS
1. DEPUTY OF THE YEAR AWARD PRESENTED. (610.40)
Lt. Mike Betzler, Chief of Police Services, recognized Deputy Mark Peters as the
2006 San Juan Capistrano Deputy of the Year; and Mayor Allevato presented
Deputy Peters with a special plaque with gratitude of the City Council.
2. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT AT MEETING INTRODUCED. (110.10)
Mayor pro tem Soto recognized the following individuals in attendance: Ilse
Byrnes, Parks, Recreation and Equestrian Commission; Don Tryon, Cultural
Heritage Commission; Bob Cardoza, Planning Commissioner; Les Blair, Council
Liaison to the San Juan Seniors; Jack Zepp, Water Advisory Commission; former
Mayors Ken Friess and Roy Byrnes; and Rotary President Larry Kramer.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ken Friess, City resident, announced the American Cancer Society Relay for Life event
scheduled for July 28-29, 2007, at the Sports Park and asked for City support. On
behalf of the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, he requested the City hold the
$8,000 check for the Teen Center Architectural Control processing fee pending the
Council consideration of waiving the fee.
Jim Vance, City resident, asked for City assistance in requiring Capistrano Terrace
Mobile Home Park owners properly install monitoring devices to measure movement of
the slopes at the park.
Lennie Decaro, City resident, spoke in opposition to the widening of the Ortega Highway
and requested the City support residents opposed and forward her petition against the
widening to the Orange County Transportation Authority.
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Ates Baydu, City resident, informed Council of installation of cell phone antennas at the
Pacific Bell building and expressed concern regarding the long term effects of
electromagnetic waves.
Cindy Turner indicated agreement with Mr. Baydu’s comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Action: Moved by Mayor pro tem Soto, seconded by Council Member
Nielsen, and carried unanimously, 5-0, to approve items 1 through 4, 6, and 9 as
recommended by staff.
1. MOTION TO READ ORDINANCES BY TITLE ONLY APPROVED.
2. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 20, 2007,
APPROVED AS SUBMITTED.
3. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED MARCH 1, 2007, IN THE TOTAL
AMOUNT OF $1,394,061.18; AND PAYROLL WARRANTS DATED FEBRUARY
23, 2007, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $272,931.78, RECEIVED AND FILED.
(300.30)
4. CASH BALANCES BY FUND – JANUARY 31, 2007, RECEIVED AND FILED.
(330.50)
5. LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SAN JUAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
AND THE CITY FOR ENCROACHMENT INTO LOS RIOS STREET
APPROVED. (APN 121-160-47) (600.30)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Nielsen
to correct a typographical error.
Council Action: Moved by Mayor Allevato, seconded by Mayor pro tem Soto,
and carried unanimously, 5-0, to approve the License Agreement between the
San Juan Capistrano Historical Society and the City, for encroachment into Los
Rios Street for the property located at 31831 Los Rios Street; and authorize the
City Clerk to forward the License agreement to the Orange County Recorder.
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6. RESOLUTION NO. 07-03-20-01 ENTITLED “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE TERMINAL RESERVOIR NO. 3 PROJECT
(GATEWAY PACIFIC CONTRACTORS, INC.),” ADOPTED; STAFF
AUTHORIZED TO RELEASE THE RETENTION OF $525,112.50 35 DAYS
AFTER RECORDATION; AND THE TRANSFER OF $100,000 FROM CIP NO.
753 TO CIP NO. 791 AUTHORIZED TO COVER THE OFF-SITE
ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION COSTS. (600.30)
7. RESOLUTION NO. 07-03-20-02 ADOPTED WAIVING FORMAL BID
REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPENDITURES RELATED TO THE REPAIR OF
ROSENBAUM WELL NO. 1. (600.30)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Nielsen
for clarification of financial details.
Council Action: Moved by Council Member Nielsen, seconded by Council
Member Uso and carried unanimously, 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 07-03-20-
02, entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING TO WAIVE FORMAL
COMPETITIVE BID REQUIREMENTS FOR THE REPAIR OF ROSENBAUM
WELL NO. 1;” and authorizing the City Manager to approve the immediate
expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, and property.
8. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE COOKS RESERVOIR
REPLACEMENT PROJECT AWARDED TO PACIFIC HYDROTECH
CORPORATION WITH REVISIONS. (CIP NO. 769) (600.30)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Nielsen
for discussion.
Description: The Cooks Reservoir was removed from service in 2003 following
testing that revealed structural fractures in the concrete lined walls. The City has
performed the necessary preparation for the Cooks Reservoir Replacement
Project and reviewed the bids received in response to the City’s Notice Inviting
Bids. There is a shortfall of $1,243,675 between the existing FY 2006/2007
budget for the project and the breakdown of costs associated with the design,
inspection and construction of the project. Staff recommended Council award the
Construction Contract for the Cooks Reservoir Replacement Project to the low
bidder, Pacific Hydrotech Corporation, in the amount of $3,080,250; appropriate
$555,000 from the Water Capital Fund and transfer $690,000 from the Terminal
Reservoir No. 3 project (CIP No. 753) to the Cooks Reservoir Replacement
Project (CIP No. 769); and authorize the City Manager to approve necessary
changes to the construction contract within the proposed budget.
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Written Communications: Report dated March 20, 2007, by Joe Mankawich,
Associate Engineer.
Presentation: Joe Mankawich, Associate Engineer, summarized the staff report.
Council Comment:
Council Members concurred that affected residents should be notified of the
project onset and particulars; asked Lt. Mike Betzler, Chief of Police Services, to
strictly enforce noise and speed regulations in residential areas affected by the
project construction; and authorized the City Manager to approve changes to the
construction contract up to $25,000, with additional changes to come back to
Council for consideration.
Council Action: Moved by Council Member Nielsen, seconded by Council
Member Uso and carried unanimously, 5-0, to award Construction contract for
the Cooks Reservoir Replacement Project to the low bidder, Pacific Hydrotech
Corporation, in the amount of $3,080,250; appropriate $555,000 from the Water
Capital Fund and transfer $690,000 from the Terminal Reservoir No. 3 project
(CIP No. 753) to the Cooks Reservoir Replacement Project (CIP No. 769); and
authorize the City Manager to approve necessary changes to the construction
contract up to $25,000.
9. REPORT OF INVESTMENTS – JANUARY 31, 2007, RECEIVED AND FILED.
(350.30)
10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION DENYING AMENDMENTS TO
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CDP) 90-2 AND ARCHITECTURAL
CONTROL (AC) 03-09 FOR A SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE MAMMOTH
PROFESSIONAL BUILDINGS CONTINUED TO APRIL 3, 2007. (APN 650-011-
32) (MAMMOTH EQUITIES) (CONTINUED FROM MARCH 6, 2007) (410.60)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar to allow Mayor pro tem Soto
to abstain due to the project’s close proximity to his residence.
Council Action: Moved by Mayor pro tem Soto, seconded by Council
Member Nielsen and carried 4-0-1, with Mayor pro tem Soto abstaining, to
continue Consideration of Resolution Denying Amendments to Comprehensive
Development Plan (CDP) 90-2 and Architectural Control (AC) 03-09 for a Sign
Program for the Mammoth Professional Buildings to the April 3, 2007, meeting.
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ROLL CALL
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hribar, Nielsen, Uso, Mayor Allevato
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Soto
11. BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR ROGER Y. WILLIAMS/SWANNER HOUSE
REPAIR APPROVED WITH REVISION. (330.20/910.50)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Nielsen
to confirm that the proposed repairs will comply with the Secretary of Interior
standards regarding historic compatibility, and revise the Budget Amendment to
reflect this requirement.
Council Action: Moved by Mayor pro tem Soto, seconded by Council
Member Hribar, and carried unanimously, 5-0, to approve Budget Appropriation
from the Swanner Ranch Operations fund to the Public Works Building
Maintenance Operating Budget, in the amount of $46,658.00 for necessary
repairs to the Roger Y. Williams/Swanner House; and revise the language in
Attachment 3 to ensure period specific repairs.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. RESOLUTION NO. 07-03-20-03 ADOPTED APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF
MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS TO ASSIST IN
THE REFINANCING OF THE SEASONS SENIOR APARTMENT COMPLEX –
PHASE I. (340.30)
Description: Simpson Housing Solutions, LLC (Simpson), current operators of
the Seasons Senior Apartments, requested the Agency and City consider
facilitating their efforts to refinance the 112-unit complex located at 31641
Rancho Viejo Road. Simpson endeavors to refinance for the purpose of
consolidating debt, resulting in a refinancing of the original tax-exempt debt
issued through the California Statewide Communities Development Authority
(CSCDA), the placement of more institutional debt on the project, and a lump
sum payment of no less than $650,000 for interest on the Agency’s loan to the
project and an increased share of the cash flow due to the consolidation of debt.
In addition, Simpson is proposing a reduction in age qualification for eligible
residents from 62 down to 55, making the units available to a broader segment of
the community. Staff recommended Council adopt a resolution approving the
issuance of Multi-Family Housing Revenue Refunding bonds by the California
Statewide Communities Development Authority to assist in the refinancing of the
Seasons Senior Apartment Complex – Phase I.
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Written Communications: Report dated March 20, 2007, by Cindy Russell,
Administrative Services Director.
Presentation: Cindy Russell, Administrative Services Director, summarized the
staff report.
Mayor Allevato opened the public hearing, and there being no public testimony,
closed the public hearing.
Council Action: Moved by Council Member Uso, seconded by Council
Member Nielsen, and carried unanimously, 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 07-03-
20-03, entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REFINANCING
OF MULTIFAMILY HOUSING FACILITIES BY THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE
COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.”
2. RESOLUTION NO. 07-03-20-04 ADOPTED APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP (TPM) 06-146, CONCERNING THE SUBDIVISION OF AN EXISTING
PARCEL LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF STRAWBERRY LANE. (APN 650-
171-07) (SEAN WOOD) (420.70)
Description: Sean Wood requested approval of a two-lot parcel map for an
existing 7.3 acre parcel presently developed with a single family home and
secondary dwelling unit. The project would allow the applicant to demolish the
existing secondary dwelling unit and construct a new 2,500 square foot single
family home on the property. The establishment of a covenant prohibiting the
development of any secondary dwelling units on the newly established lots is
included in the conditions attached to the project. Staff recommended Council
adopt a resolution conditionally approving the proposed project based on findings
that the project is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Element, Title 9,
Land Use Code, and the Subdivision Map Act findings for parcel map approval.
Written Communications:
Report dated March 20, 2007, by William Ramsey, Principal Planner.
Letter dated March 19, 2007, from Dick and Bonnie Holt in support of the
subdivision.
Presentations:
William Ramsey, Principal Planner, reviewed the staff recommendation.
Sean Wood, St. Helena resident, the applicant, reviewed the application and
asked for support.
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Mayor Allevato opened the public hearing.
Public Testimony:
Milton Long, City resident, property owner, noted the cooperation and support of
neighbors.
Ilse Byrnes, City resident, expressed full support of the project.
Roy L. Byrnes, City resident, fully supported the project.
Mayor Allevato closed the public hearing.
Council Action: Moved by Mayor pro tem Soto, seconded by Council
Member Hribar, and carried unanimously, 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 07-03-
20-04, entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TWO LOT
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP FOR AN EXISTING 7.30 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED
ON THE EAST SIDE OF STRAWBERRY LANE AND NORTH OF ORTEGA
HIGHWAY.”
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 8:51 p.m. to convene to the San Juan Capistrano Community
Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
G1. PLANNING DIRECTOR
a. RESOLUTION NO. 07-03-20-05 ADOPTED APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE INVENTORY OF HISTORIC AND CULTURAL LANDMARKS (IHCL) TO
ADD THE ARLEY LECK HOUSE, AND ROGER Y. WILLIAMS/SWANNER
HOUSE. (910.40)
Description: Two separate and unrelated properties are being recommended for
inclusion on the City’s Inventory of Historic and Cultural Landmarks (IHCL). The
Arley Leck House and Roger Y. Williams/Swanner House are currently listed on
the Buildings and Sites of Distinction List. Historic analyses for each building
have determined they are historically significant, and the Cultural Heritage
Commission has concurred. Staff recommended Council approve a resolution
approving an amendment to the IHCL to add the Arley Leck House, 31861 Los
Rios Street, APN 121-160-42 & 48; and Roger Y. Williams/Swanner House,
29991 Camino Capistrano APN 121-050-19; and direct the City Clerk to process
the recording of the IHCL resolution with the County of Orange for the designated
properties.
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Written Communications: Report dated March 20, 2007, by Teri Delcamp,
Historic Preservation Manager.
Presentation: Teri Delcamp, Historic Preservation Manager, reviewed the staff
report.
Council Action: Moved by Council Member Nielsen, seconded by Council
Member Uso and carried unanimously, 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 07-03-20-
05, entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CITY’S INVENTORY OF HISTORIC AND CULTURAL LANDMARKS TO ADD
THE ARLEY LECK HOUSE AND THE ROGER Y. WILLIAMS/SWANNER
HOUSE AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 06-12-05-04,” and direct the
City Clerk to process the recording of the IHCL resolution with the County of
Orange for the designated properties.
G2. CITY MANAGER
a. WORKLOAD AND BUDGETARY PRIORITIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-08
ESTABLISHED; AND STAFF TO RETURN TO COUNCIL WITH A FINAL LIST
FOR CONSIDERATION. (330.20)
Description: At its January 30, 2007, meeting, Council provided input on Council
priorities for Fiscal Year 2007-2008, and subsequently provided staff a listing of
their individual top 25 priorities. Staff has compiled a consolidated list for Council
consideration, revision, and approval. Staff recommended Council approve the
Council Priority List with desired amendments or changes.
Written Communications: Report dated March 20, 2007, by William M. Huber,
Assistant City Manager.
Presentation: William M. Huber, Assistant City Manager, summarized the staff
report and the process for developing the Council Priority List for Council
discussion and further direction to staff.
Public Comment:
Laura Freese, City resident, encouraged Council to include a downtown
development plan before beginning specific improvement projects.
Council Comments:
Council Members approached the discussion of Council Priorities by assigning A,
B, C and D designations to the listed priorities based on a staff poll of individual
Council Member rankings of support for each issue. “A” items were supported by
all five Council Members with “D” items having support of two. Council Members
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then discussed priorities, beginning with those with the most support. Council
discussion highlights included:
• Development of Affordable Housing Options: Council Member Nielsen was
concerned that the Little Hollywood affordable Housing development was to
go forward only after exhausting all other affordable housing options. There
are other opportunities that could potentially provide many more units.
Council Member Uso, felt the project should proceed due to the city’s
investment to date and felt other options should be pursued. Council Member
Soto and Hribar and Mayor Allevato also felt the project should proceed.
• Citywide Open Space Program: Council concurred that work on the voter
approval land use initiative should be completed within one year.
• Develop Trail Projects: Trail Marker/Directional Signage Program – Council
concurred this should be completed within one year. William M. Huber,
Assistant City Manager, indicated that certain portions would be completed
this year, but other portions would extend into the one to three year schedule,
per the budget for improvements.
• Develop Passive Park at La Novia/San Juan Creek Road: Council concurred
to remove the designation “Passive,” as the use will be determined by the
recreational survey.
• Work on Downtown Business Promotion/Retention: Council Members
discussed their support for the Yorba Plaza projects and concurred that it
should be replaced with a “downtown beautification” designation for further
consideration of definition.
• Develop Transportation Plan: Council Member Uso was concerned that
discussions with the school district were meeting with resistance. Council
Members concurred that dialogue and search for solutions should continue,
including staff developing creative solutions to be explored.
• Develop Long Term Vision/Economic and Financial Strategy: Council
Members ascertained that this included a business plan, including projects
and funding and staff expected this may begin within the year.
• Ortega Hwy-Del Obispo to I-5/Add east Bound Lane: Nasser Abbaszadeh,
Engineering & Building Director, indicated that this project is part of the
interchange improvements and a preferred alternative is anticipated by the
end of the year. If scheduled separately, extensive time is required for
property acquisition, approvals through Caltrans, and design. Council
concurred that it should remain as part of the interchange improvement.
Council ascertained that the priority list of projects is in addition to routine City
business including such priority projects as solving issues with the Ground Water
Recovery Plant; continued discussions with schools toward easing traffic
congestion, discussions with CARE to develop animal control solutions, etc. In
addition to the priority list, Council Members asked staff to research the
possibility of establishing a part time school resource officer at the new high
school, shared cost with the school district and/or the city of Dana Point for
artificial turf at Marco Forster School, and additional crossing guards.
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Council reached consensus to direct staff to 1) prioritize projects at A, B, and C
levels within category grouping on attachment 2 of the agenda report, including
1) revisions to schedule, 2) minor wording changes, 3) and the inclusion of
outside agency projects within the main priority listing.
ORDINANCES - None
COUNCILMANIC ITEMS
1. ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (OCTA) PROPOSED
MAJOR INVESTMENT STUDY – LONG TERM SOUTH COUNTY MOBILITY
PLAN PRESENTATION BY OCTA RECEIVED. (940.60)
Description: Overview of the South Orange County Major Investment Study, an
integrated planning, engineering, and public outreach process that sets the stage
for future local, State, and Federal funding and further refined studies. The study
reviews potential alternatives for the development of transportation infrastructure
projects, including multimodal transportation, in South Orange County. It is used
as a planning tool and basis for seeking federal transportation funding.
Written Communications:
Copies of slide presentation dated March 20, 2007, provided by Charlie Larwood,
Project Manager representing OCTA.
Orange County Major Investment Study Fact Sheet, and directories of the Policy
Advisory Committee, Stakeholder Working Group, and Technical Advisory
Committee were provided by OCTA.
Presentation: Charlie Larwood, Project Manager representing OCTA, provided a
power-point presentation, topic overview, and responded to questions concerning
the development and processing of the Orange County Major Investment Study.
Tammy Warren, Community Outreach Manager, was also present.
He provided an overview of the four alternative strategies that could be studied in
more detail, based on direction from the OCTA working committee. The
alternatives vary from no added transportation projects to a wide variety of
projects, including assumptions that have been made in developing the
alternatives. Study of projects will include modeling and opportunity to receive
ideas from the public.
Council Comment:
Mayor Allevato, as the City’s representative on OCTA Inter-jurisdictional Growth
Management Areas 9 & 11 committee, indicated he will be taking information to
the committee concerning the City’s feedback on potential projects. He felt that a
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regional approach would impact all cities, but the impact should be in a balanced
manner.
Council Member Uso expressed concern that San Juan Capistrano is being
overburdened by regional traffic problems, such as the Rancho Mission Viejo
project and trash trucks.
Council Action: No formal action taken, report received and filed.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Allevato adjourned the meeting at 10:56 p.m. to
Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session, and 7:00 p.m. for the Public
Business Session, in the City Council Chamber.
Respectfully submitted,
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MARGARET R. MONAHAN, CITY CLERK
Approved: April 17, 2007
ATTEST:
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SAM ALLEVATO, MAYOR