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November 21, 2000
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA
CLOSED SESSION (610.8- None
RECESS UNTIL 7:00 P.M. BUSINESS SESSION.
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano, California, was
called to order by Mayor Campbell at 7:02 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, followed by the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Invocation was given by Pastor Brian Wood, Calvary Chapel
of San Juan Capistrano.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Collene Campbell, Mayor
Wyatt Hart, Mayor pro tem
Diane Bathgate, Council Member
John Greiner, Council Member
David M. Swerdlin, Council Member
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: George Scarborough, City Manager; John Shaw, Interim City Attorney;
Cheryl Johnson, City Clerk; Cynthia L. Russell, Administrative Services Director; William M.
Huber, Engineering and Building Director; Thomas Tomlinson, Planning Director; Amy Amirani,
Public Works Director; Lt. Rick Stahr, Orange County Sheriffs Department; Karen Vavan,
Recording Secretary.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS — None.
INTRODUCTION, PRESENTATIONS AND DONATIONS
PRESENTATION OF THE DEUCE AWARD BY MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK
DRIVING (MADD)_TO SHERIFF'S DEPUTIES MONTE HUOTARI AND PAUL
MARTIN (610.40)
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Community Liaison, commending Sheriffs
Deputies Monte Huotari and Paul Martin for their exemplary service to the community in
the fight against drunk driving.
Sheriff Deputy Monte Huotari was present to receive the Award from Carl Schuller,
President of the Orange County Chapter of MADD.
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2. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO JESSICA DEAN
61( 0.40)
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Community Liaison, advising that Mrs. Dean
would soon be relocating outside San Juan Capistrano and describing her contributions
to the community in the area of affordable housing and on the City's Housing Advisory
Committee.
Ms. Dean was present to receive the resolution of appreciation from Mayor Campbell.
3. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF COMMENDATION BY THE ORANGE
COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY TO MR. RYAN CEIDEBERG AND L.A. COUNTY
SHERIFF'S DEPUTY JIM GRUBB (610.40)
Written Communication:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Community Liaison, describing the heroic
actions of Ryan Ceideberg and L.A. County Sheriffs Deputy Jim Grubb, at an accident
and car fire on August 6, 2000.
Mr. Ryan Ceideberg and Mr. Jim Grubb were both present to receive the Certificates of
Commendation from Battalion Chief Steve Whittaker and Council Member Greiner.
4. INTRODUCTION OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT AT MEETING 110.10
Mayor pro tem Hart introduced the following persons in attendance: Jan Siegel, Cultural
Heritage Commission; Sheldon Cohen, Planning Commission; Larry Gallery, Water
Advisory Committee; Gil Jones, former Mayor.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -None
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Hart, that the staff
recommendations be accepted for the following items listed on the Consent Calendar. The
motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bathgate, Greiner, Hart, Swerdlin and
Mayor Campbell
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY
The Reading of all Ordinances by title only was approved.
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2. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 17, 2000
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 17, 2000, were approved as submitted.
3. RECEIVE AND FILE WARRANTS OF NOVEMBER 2 2000 300.30
The List of Demands dated November 2, 2000, in the total amount of $809,692.65 was
ordered received and filed. Council Member Bathgate abstained.
4. RECEIVE AND FILE REVISED INVESTMENTS AS OF AUGUST 31, 2000
35( 0.30)
The City Treasurer's Revised Report of Investments as of August 31, 2000, was
ordered received and filed.
5. RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS REPORT OF NEW DEVELOPMENT
APPLICATIONS (440
The Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Planning Director, advising that five
new applications had been received since the last Report on October 17, 2000, was
ordered received and filed.
6. APPROVAL OF AWARD OF PERSONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT — LOS
RIOS HISTORIC DISTRICT PARKING LOT AND SIGN PROGRAM QKHR
ASSOCIATES CIP NO. 125 600.30
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Engineering and Building
Director, the Personal Services Agreement with KHR Associates, for the preparation of
pians and specifications for the Los Rios Historic District Parking Lot and Sign Program,
was approved in an amount not exceed $34,400 for the period ending July 31, 2001.
7. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF ORTEGA HIGHWAY DEL OBISPO TO 1-5
SOUTHBOUND RAMPS ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT) (CIP NO. 114 600.30
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Engineering and Building
Director, the Contract Change Order No. 1 to the contract for the Rehabilitation of
Ortega Highway between Del Obispo Street and the 1-5 Southbound Ramps was
approved in the amount of $23,770. The Change Order will cover the costs to adjust
three Water District valves and to replace a guardrail on the north side of Ortega
Highway.
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8. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
APPROVE AND SIGN THE APPLICATION FOR THE "TREES FOR THE
MILLENNIUM" GRANT PROGRAM 410.90
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Director of Public Works,
the following Resolution was adopted, approving an application for grant funding to plant
trees along the City's recreational trails:
RESOLUTION NO. 00-11-21-1, TREES FOR THE MILLENNIUM
GRANT PROGRAM - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
FILING OF AN APPLICATION AND CERTIFYING AVAILABILITY OF
FUNDS FOR THE URBAN FORESTRY GRANT PROGRAM AS
PROVIDED THROUGH THE CALIFORNIA TREES FOR THE
MILLENNIUM INITIATIVE FUNDED THROUGH THE FOREST
RESOURCE IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE FOLLOWING
PROJECT: TREE PLANTING ALONG RECREATIONAL TRAILS
9. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF OFFICE ASSISTANT
POSITION FROM PART-TIME TO FULL-TIME STATUS (COMMUNITY
SERVICES DEPARTMENT)(600.30
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the City Manager, the Office
Assistant Position in Community Services was reclassified from Part-time to Full-time
status and an appropriation of $5,030 from the General Fund Reserves was approved to
cover increased salary and benefits for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2000-2001.
10. APPROVAL OF AWARD OF CONTRACT — DEL OBISPO STREET AND VIA
BELARDESIPASEO CAROLINA TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION (CIP 128)
60( 0.30)
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Engineering and Building
Director, the contract for installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Del Obispo
Street and Via Belardes/Paseo Carolina was awarded to Steiny and Company, Inc., in
the amount of $145,265.00.
11. APPROVAL OF FEE REDUCTION FOR RENTAL OF COMMUNITY CENTER
(SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: FRIDAY_ AND
SATURDAY JANUARY 12, AND 1. 3. 2001)(390.30)
As set forth in the Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Community Services
Director, a fee reduction for the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce's
Business Expo was approved based on the percentage of San Juan Capistrano -based
businesses participating in the event in comparison to the total number of participating
businesses.
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The following item was taken out of order from the agenda for the benefit of persons in the
audience.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
ENGINEERING AND BUILDING DIRECTOR
APPROVAL OF SPEED BUMP INSTALLATION ON AVENIDA CALIT_A (590.50)
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Director of Engineering and Building,
advising that a petition had been received from residents on Avenida Calita
requesting that the City install speed bumps to control speeds in the
neighborhood. The Report provided background information and recommended
approval of the request. In response to residents' concerns regarding
emergency response time, the Report also recommended the removal of two
speed bumps on Via de Agua.
(2) Approximately 238 postcards and letters requesting removal of speed bumps on
Via de Agua.
(3) Approximately 46 postcards and letters requesting speed bumps on Via de Agua
be retained.
(4) Two letters supporting installation of speed bumps on Avenida Calita and three
letters opposing installation of speed bumps on Avenida Calita.
(5) Petition received November 21, 2000, containing approximately 285 signatures
requesting removal of speed bumps on Via de Agua.
A street map of the Meredith Canyon and Alto Capistrano neighborhoods was on
display and the Engineering and Building Director made an oral presentation,
addressing concerns regarding the diversion of traffic, speed bumps on steep grades,
emergency response time, accidents and safety, and, the City Council's Speed Bump
policy and petition process, as detailed in the staff report.
Public Input:
(1) Kathy Hills, speaking on behalf of Judy Moore, 33902 Via de Agua, spoke in
opposition to removal of any speed bumps on Via de Agua, noting her concern
for safety of children in the area.
(2) Jan Siegel, 27241 Calle Delgado, addressed the staff recommendation to
remove the two speed bumps on Via de Agua to aid in emergency response
time. She stated that residents had not been given sufficient time or notification
of meetings regarding installation of speed bumps. She felt that the City Council
Policy for speed bump installation had not been adhered to; stated that City
documents dated 1996 indicated Via de Agua did not meet the criteria to install
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speed bumps; however, by 1998 City documents indicated it did even though
there had been no physical changes in the area. She asked that all speed
bumps be removed on Via de Agua because there was no evidence that the
criteria for installation had been followed. She further requested that Council
accept the petition signed by over 200 residents for removal of the speed bumps
on Via de Agua.
(3) Charles Baker, 33801 Via Cascada, spoke in opposition to the speed bumps on
Via de Agua, stating traffic had also diverted to Via Cascada, the bumps were
hard on a car's suspension, and they slowed emergency response time.
(4) Jean Sislein, 33852 Avenida Calita, stated that the privileges she initially paid for
in purchasing her home on Avenida Calita had disappeared due to the speed
bumps on Via de Agua. She spoke in opposition to the staff definition of
"neighborhood" and requested equal treatment with residents on Via de Agua.
She requested removal of the speed bumps on Via de Agua, or if retained, then
installation of speed bumps on Avenida Calita.
(5) David Salazar, 33862 Avenida Calita, referred to the traffic problem created by
the installation of speed bumps on Via de Agua. He also referred to the
diversion of traffic, violation of the Speed Bump Installation Policy and lack of
notification regarding the installation of the speed bumps on Via de Agua. Mr.
Salazar noted a petition had been presented to the City Clerk requesting the
removal of all speed bumps on Via de Agua.
(6) Dean Shears, 33772 Via de Agua, thanked the City Council for the installation of
speed bumps on Via de Agua. He spoke of the speeding and safety problems
and suggested either increasing law enforcement, installing two boulevard stops
mid -block, or installing additional speed bumps in the area.
(7) Larry Gallery, 33912 Via de Agua, indicated he represented many of the
homeowners in the area. With the aid of a street map of the area, he spoke in
favor of the speed bumps on Avenida Calita and in opposition to removal of the
two southerly speed bumps on Via de Agua.
(8) Dolf Keller, 33441 Calle Miramar, spoke for the removal of the speed bumps on
Via de Agua and against the addition of speed bumps on Avenida Calita. He
noted that speed bumps are a divisive issue and recommended that the City
Council review the policy to see if there were alternative solutions.
(9) Ivar Schoenmeyr, 27082 Calle Esperanza, referred to the number of bumps he
travels across each day, and questioned the number, reasonableness, and
effectiveness of their locations.
(10) Carol MacPherson, 33775 Via de Agua, stated that upon purchasing her home
27 years ago she had been informed that Via de Agua would become a cul-de-
sac upon completion of the homes of Avenida Calita and Calle Conejo. She
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stated that she had been actively campaigning for speed bump installation for a
number of years due to safety concerns and expressed appreciation for their
installation.
(11) Ellen Gillette, 33782 Via de Agua, also made reference to the originally promised
cul-de-sac. She referred to the heavy traffic and speeding vehicles. She thanked
the City Council for the installation of the speed bumps and asked that none of
the speed bumps be removed.
(12) Michael Macarewich, 26722 Paseo Brillo, spoke in support of the speed bumps
and requested that none of the speed bumps be removed.
(13) Sonja Flemstrom, 33871 Calle de Bonanza, noted impacts to her residence due
to the stop sign at the corner of Calle de Bonanza and Via de Agua. She stated
her concerns with the safety of residents and her support of the speed bumps.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 8:15 p.m. and reconvened at 8:25 p.m.
(14) Kathy Divel, 26851 Calle Canto, spoke in opposition to the speed bumps due to
diversion of traffic, increased noise due to acceleration and deceleration required
to maneuver the bumps, safety issues as cars zig-zag around the speed bumps,
and damage to vehicle suspensions. She indicated concerns with delayed
emergency response time and, in reference to the grade of Via de Agua, noted
that other cities consider street grades in determining whether or not to install
speed bumps.
(15) Steve Divel, 26851 Calle Canto, stated his opinion that the speed bump
installation process was flawed, that notification was lacking and the petition
process was not representative of the neighborhood. He further addressed
issues regarding traffic diversion and emergency response time and asked that
the City Council take into consideration the petition for removal of the speed
bumps.
(16) Marian Masek, 27005 Via La Mirada, expressed her concerns regarding delayed
emergency vehicle response time caused by speed bumps. She felt this was a
traffic control problem which should be addressed by increasing law enforcement
in the area, rather than investing additional funding to install speed bumps. Ms.
Masek referred to her experience in an ambulance, and the resulting discomfort
due to the speed bumps. She stated her objection to all speed bumps and
requested their removal.
(17) Rich La Salle, 33795 Via de Agua, spoke in support of the speed bumps and
retention of all the speed bumps on Via de Agua.
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(18) Robert Ross, 33681 Avenida Calita, stated that he signed two petitions for both
the removal of speed bumps on Via de Agua and the addition of speed bumps
on Avenida Calita. After further consideration, he felt that from a safety
viewpoint, the speed bumps on Via de Agua should remain. He addressed
traffic and law enforcement concerns on Avenida Calita and spoke in support of
installing speed bumps on Avenida Calita.
(19) Phil McBride, 33831 Avenida Calita, discussed concerns regarding the delay of
emergency response vehicles due to the speed bumps and requested that all
speed bumps on Via de Agua be removed.
(20) Ron Contaxis, 33702 Avenida Calita, discussed the impacts experienced from
traffic that had diverted to his street from Via de Agua and stated his position
that if speed bumps were installed on one street, they should be installed on
other streets.
(21) Robert Bohn, 33721 Avenida Calita, stated that he was not in favor of the speed
bumps and felt that law enforcement should be increased to address the
problems.
(22) Pete Lawrence, 33752 Via de Agua, stated that the root of the problem was
within the community and individuals who did not obey the traffic laws. He felt
the speed bump policy was good and he spoke in favor of retaining all the speed
bumps on Via de Agua and installing the requested speed bumps on Avenida
Calita.
Council Discussion:
Council Member Swerdlin acknowledged the competing priorities of residents such as
the response time of emergency vehicles and the safety of children in the neighborhood.
He questioned what impacts there would be if the speed bumps were slightly lowered;
and, stated the need to evaluate this situation from both a safety and cost-effective
approach. He stated his support for speed bumps on both Via de Agua and Avenida
Calita at the present time. Council Member Hart referred to the problem of diversionary
traffic and safety and indicated his support for installation of speed bumps on Avenida
Calita at this time, but felt that the City could review and refine criteria in the areas of
working with the Fire Department and neighborhood petitions.
Council Member Bathgate concurred and stated her opinion that the City should review
refinements and adjustments to the design of speed bumps and evaluate other
approaches to slowing down traffic. She supported the installation of speed bumps on
Avenida Calita at this time. Council Member Greiner also concurred and stated that his
concerns regarding public safety.
Approval of Speed Bump Issues:
it was moved by Council Member Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Greiner and
unanimously carried to approve the installation of speed bumps on Avenida Calita
between Via de Agua and Camino Las Ramblas, and that the two southerly speed
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bumps on Via de Agua be retained. Staff was directed to work with the Orange County
Fire Authority regarding response times.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPROVAL OF REZONE 00-3 - A REQUEST TO REZONE PROPERTY AT
30300 CAMINO CAPISTRANO TO PROVIDE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A
COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING SERRA VISTA OFFICE BUILDING)
460.20
Proposal:
Consideration of the request to rezone a .9 -acre vacant parcel located north of Junipero
Serra and east of Camino Capistrano at 30300 Camino Capistrano, from Growth
Management to Commercial Office, in order to provide for the construction of a 10,328 -
square foot multi -tenant office building with a detached 634 -square -foot equipment
garage.
Applicant:
Friess Company Builders, Inc., 31658 Rancho Viejo Rd., Suite B, San Juan Capistrano,
CA 92675,
Written Communications:
(1) Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Planning Director, discussing issues
involved with the project. The Report advised that the rezone would be
consistent with the General Plan designation for the site; however, the proposed
material and vehicle storage garage was not identified as a permitted accessory
use or structure in the Commercial Office zone. The Report further advised that
the Planning Commission had recommended approval of the project, including
the proposed accessory structure. The Planning Commission's action with
regard to the proposed accessory structure had been appealed.
(2) Letter dated November 13, 2000 from Citizens Against Uncontrolled San Juan
Expansion, P. O. Box 1424, San Juan Capistrano, requesting that the public
hearing be continued to December 5 so that their appeal could be addressed at
the same time as the entire project.
Plans and conceptualized drawings were displayed in Council Chambers. Richard
Greenbauer, Assistant Planner made an oral presentation detailing staffs
recommendations. Staff had identified the issue of the accessory garage structure and
its use as inappropriate for a commercial office zone district. Mr. Greenbauer made
reference to the Land Use Code for a commercial office, stating that such a use is not
identified as a permitted accessory use or structure. He recommended that the City
Council continue this item to the December 5, 2000 meeting for consideration
concurrently with the appeal filed by CAUSE.
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Public Hearin:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Campbell opened the public
hearing, and the following persons responded:
(1) Terry O'Shea, 28981 Via Hacienda, stated that he had no problem in waiting for
approval regarding the accessory structure at the December 5, 2000 meeting;
however, he would request immediate City Council consideration and approval
regarding the zone change to enable him to move forward and obtain loan
financing.
(2) Mark Nielsen, Co -Chairman of CAUSE, 31621 Via Quixote, indicated he had no
objections to the building and its architecture; however, he stated serious
concerns with the proposed accessory use.
Council Discussion:
Discussion ensued and Council Member Bathgate suggested that the proposed rezone
and mitigated negative declaration be approved, but that the proposed accessory
garage structure should be continued to December 5t' for consideration with the appeal.
Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration:
It was moved by Council Member Bathgate, seconded by Council Member Greiner that
the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 00-11-21-2, CONFIRMING APPROVAL OF A
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION - SERRA VISTA OFFICE
BUILDING - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING APPROVAL OF
A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION ASSOCIATED WITH THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING ON A .9
ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT 30300 CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND
MORE PRECISELY REFERRED TO AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NUMBER
649-361-07. (SERRA VISTA OFFICE BUILDING)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bathgate, Greiner, Hart, Swerdiin and
Mayor Campbell
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
introduction of Ordinance:
The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance next in order. Further reading of all
Ordinances had been waived earlier in the meeting. It was moved by Council Member
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Bathgate, seconded by Council Member Greiner, that the following Ordinance be
introduced:
APPROVING REZONE 00-3 SERRA VISTA OFFICE BUILDING - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO,
CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE CURRENT ZONING DESIGNATION
ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 30300 CAMINO CAPISTRANO, BETTER
KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 649-361-07, FROM GM
(GROWTH MANAGEMENT) TO CO (COMMERCIAL OFFICE), AND
AMENDING THE CITY'S OFFICIAL ZONING MAP TO REFLECT THIS
CHANGE (SERRA VISTA OFFICE BUILDING)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bathgate, Greiner, Hart, Swerdlin and
Mayor Campbell
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Resolution making a determination regarding the consistency of the proposed
accessory garage was continued to December 5, 2000. The appeal filed by CAUSE
was set for consideration at the meeting of December 5, 2000.
2. APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 9-3.607, "ACCESSORY USES
AND STRUCTURES," RELATING TO THE USE OF CERTAIN TYPES OF
FINISH MATERIALS (420.30
Proposal:
Introduction of an Ordinance which will amend the provisions of Section 9-3.607 relating
to certain types of finish materials for accessory structures, in order to allow the use of
prohibited materials on accessory structures as long as they have the appearance of
wood, masonry or stucco.
Applicant.
City of San Juan Capistrano
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Planning Director, forwarding the proposed
amendment which will list materials prohibited in the construction of accessory
structures in residential districts, but will provide a process for approval of certain
materials as long as they have the look and visual appearance of currently approved
material finishes.
The Planning Director made an oral presentation.
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Public Hearina:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Campbell opened the public
hearing, and there being no response, closed the -hearing with the right to re -open at
any time.
Introduction of Ordinance:
The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance next in order. Further reading of all
Ordinances had been waived earlier in the meeting. It was moved by Council Member
Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Greiner, that the following Ordinance be
introduced:
AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE -ACCESSORY
USES AND STRUCTURES - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN
JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 3,
ARTICLE 6, SECTION 9-3.607 (g) AND (i), ENTITLED ACCESSORY
USES AND STRUCTURES
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bathgate, Greiner, Hart, Swerdlin and
Mayor Campbell
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3. REVIEW OF THE 1999-2000 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT GRANTEE PERFORMANCE REPORT FOR
HOUSING REHABILITATION AND CHILD CARE (480.20)
Proposal:
Review of the 1999-2000 State Community Development Block Grant Program Grantee
Performance Report for State Grants 98-STBG-1265 and 99-STBG-1379.
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Planning Director, advising that in 1998 and
1999 the City had received grants of $500,000 for specified housing rehabilitation
project and for funding of a welfare -to -work child care program. The Report described
the status of grant expenditures.
The Director of Planning made an oral presentation.
Public Hearing:
Notice having been given as required by law, Mayor Campbell opened the public
hearing, and there being no response, closed the hearing with the right to re -open at
any time.
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Approval of Report:
It was moved by Council Member Bathgate, seconded by Council Member Greiner and
unanimously carried to approve the 1999-2000 Report for State Grants 98-STBG-1265
and 99-STBG-1379.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Council recessed at 9:30 p.m. to convene the San Juan Capistrano Community Redevelopment
Agency and reconvened at 9:31 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. APPROVAL OF NAMING THE PARK IN THE HISTORIC TOWN CENTER ON
EL CAMINO REAL ONE BLOCK SOUTH OF MISSION SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO (920.40)
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Economic Development Manager,
recommending that a name be selected for the park in the town center, which would be
forwarded to the Parks, Recreation, and Equestrian Commission for review and
comments.
The City Manager made an oral presentation.
Council Discussion:
Discussion ensued and Council Member Swerdlin suggested the name of "San Juan
Capistrano Town Center Park." Council Member Greiner stated that he had originally
offered that the name of the park include the word "Heritage" and would like to see
some type of reference made to the history of the City. He further suggested that within
the park, a specific area be designated which would make historical reference to the
families and events which initially contributed to the City's establishment.
Approval of Selection of Name:
It was moved by Council Member Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Greiner and
unanimously carried that the name "San Juan Capistrano Town Center Park" be
forwarded to the Parks, Recreation, and Equestrian Commission for their review and
comment.
2. CONTINUATION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR
THE DEVELOPMENT OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION STRATEGY FOR CITY -
OWNED FACILITIES AND BUDGET AMENDMENT (HRG GROUP) (600.30)
Written Communication:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Economic Development Manager,
describing the scope of work for the preparation of an historic preservation strategy for
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City -owned facilities, and requesting a budget amendment in the amount of $5,780 to
fully fund the project.
Council Discussion:
Discussion ensued and Council requested additional background information be
provided regarding the qualifications and references of the HRG Group
Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Council Member Hart, seconded by Council Member Swerdlin and
unanimously carried that this item be continued to January 3, 2001.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR
APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR CITY COUNCIL
CONNECTIVITY TO CITY HALL NETWORK (370.30
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Administrative Services Director, responding
to a Council request for evaluation of the costs of providing laptop computers or other
appropriate equipment for Council Members to be able to connect to the City Hall
network. The staff report outlined the following three options: a laptop computer,
personal data assistant (PDA), or a PC workstation, and discussed the advantages and
disadvantages of each option, together with the cost of the equipment.
Approval of Purchase of Equipment:
It was moved by Council Member Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Greiner, and
carried with Mayor Campbell abstaining, to approve the purchase of the PDA option with
wireless connectivity.
COUNCILMANIC ITEMS
CONTINUATION OF CITY COUNCIL POLICY FOR CITY FINANCIAL
PARTICIPATION IN RETIREMENT FUNCTIONS FOR INCUMBENT CITY
COUNCIL MEMBERS 610.30
Written Communications:
Report dated November 21, 2000, from the Assistant City Manager recommending
adoption of a Policy for City financial participation in City Council Member retirement
functions. The Policy would approve City contributions up to $2,500 towards a
retirement event for a Council Member who had served one term of office, and up to
$5,000 for a Council Member who had served more than one term of office.
Council Discussion:
Discussion ensued with requests by Council Members for clarification of possible
scenarios not covered in the policy. The City Manager indicated that the policy provided
minimal guidelines only and although there was no formal policy in the past, this would
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show consistency and a baseline of accepted activity for the City. A decision was
reached to continue this item for future consideration, when directed by Council.
Continuation of Item:
It was moved by Council Member Swerdlin, seconded by Council Member Hart, and
unanimously carried, to continue this item for future consideration when directed by
Council.
ORAL REPORTS OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES
a. Orange County Vector Control District 560.50
Council Member Swerdlin noted that the Vector of the Month is Head Lice.
COUNCIL COMMENTS - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m.,
in memory of Jonathan and Vanessa Volzke's unborn child, to the next regular meeting date of
Tuesday, December 5, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
Respectfully submitted,
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ATTEST:
City Council Minutes -15- 11/21/00