April 7, 2003 Regular Meeting
Called to Order 7:33 p.m. by President David Weary
Donald Jordan Absent, all other officers and members present.
Minutes of March 3, 2003 approved as read.
Treasurer's report: Madge Rogaczewski - Balance $189.77.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / CORRESPONDENCE
PRESENTATIONS
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Ev Lunde presented his plan to apply for a C.U.P. to operate a new water delivery company.Ray Billett Moved to draft letter in support of application -Motion Carried (5-2) Ray Garwacki Jr. and Michael Hughes dissenting.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Planning & Coordinating Chair Dick Morris
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Text of proposed 2nd unit Zoning amendment from Regional Planning will be available April 9. Dick Morris will download and email to members. Public Hearing scheduled for April 23.·
C.U.P. 03-025/TM43196-22 lots on 22.6 Acres, Requesting variance to reduce setback requirements of Acton Community Standards Ordinance Ray Garwacki Jr. Moved to take position opposing the request-Motion Carried (unanimous). Dick Morris will draft and send letter.·
Announced passage of bill in congress to allow United States Forest Service to sell property and purchase new site for district offices.·
The Chair indicated that Dave Jennings (Sheriffs Dept. community liaison officer) would like a letter in support of OHV Enforcement Program. Ray Billett Moved to send letter -Motion Carried (unanimous). Dick Morris will send.·
Nextel Communications is planning a new antenna site south side of SR-14 at Escondido summit. Michael Hughes Moved to not support any new unclustered cell sites - Motion Carried (unanimous).·
Discussion of proposed wind generator at 4960 Sacramento (west end in Kashmere Cyn).Finance, Ways and Means Chair Madge Rogaczewski
· Working on fund-raising ideas for 4th of July.
Bylaws Chair Michael Hughes -Nothing to report
Trails, Open Space & Recreation Chair Ray Billet -Nothing to report
Publicity Chair Georgia Cushman -Nothing to report
Utilities Chair Donald Jordan --Nothing to report
Community Standards Chair Michael Hughes -Nothing to report
SPECIAL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Beautification Co-Chair Georgia Cushman - Madge Rogaczewski
· Household hazardous waste round-up April 19.
· Tire collection April 12.
Drainage and Roads Chair David Eisner –Nothing to report
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From the gallery, Lynne Sickler reported on new passing lane and left turn pockets on Soledad Cyn. Rd.Santa Clara River Steering Committee - Liaison Ray Billet
· Has copy of report on study for whoever wants to read it.
Community Park Committee Liaison Dick Morris
· New architect has been hired. Walk-through tentatively scheduled for April 17.
Community Club Liaison Michael Hughes
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Reminded all of theatre presentation "Fools" April 11 & 12., and Bingo May 10.Acton Chamber of Commerce Liaison Madge Rogaczewski
· April 9, luncheon at Sutters Mill. April 17 Mixer at Hardy Boutique.
· The Chair advised caution entering and leaving Chamber office due to construction.
Santa Clarita Valley General Plan - Chair David Weary -Nothing to report
Traffic Committee Co-Chair Georgia Cushman, Madge Rogaczewski, David Eisner.
· Met Mar. 13 7:00 p.m. at Hedgecock Hall with representatives from Calif. Highway Patrol, Sheriffs Dept, and Los Angeles County traffic & lighting. Some of the problem areas discussed were: Desert Rd./Sierra Hwy., Sierra Hwy. /Santiago Rd., Soledad Cyn /Bootlegger Cyn. , First St., Crown Valley /Antelope Woods, Crown Valley /Gillespie, Aliso Cyn./Blum Ranch, Soledad Cyn./Santiago, Red Rover/Sierra Hwy., and Santiago north of Stallion Meadow.
Railroad grade crossing at Bootlegger still in the works.
Library Committee Liaison Ray Garwacki Jr.
· Dick Morris mentioned "one book, one community" the book "holes". Also the used book drive.
OLD BUSINESS
· Work on Sheriff Store-Front is progressing.
· Dick Morris reported on recent ARTC meeting attended by Supervisor Antonovich and Sheriff Baca. Discussed handling of funding cut-backs. Also re-evaluating policy on 3-gpm well requirement on new construction. Will be some public meetings on this issue.
NEW BUSINESS
· Work on draft letter regarding Lunde C.U.P. application. Ray Garwacki Jr. suggested the following:
"The Acton Town Council supports Ev Lunde in his attempt to secure a C.U.P. for his new water company, consistent with County Regulations and the Acton Community Standards District ."
Approved by general consent. Dick Morris will send letter.
OPEN FORUM
· The Chair announced the passing of Ben Raineri and Ed Wiseman. Memorial for Mr. Wiseman to be held April 25. In lieu of flowers, Ed requested donations for Acton Community Center restoration fund.
ADJOURNMENT
The Chair announced the next regular meeting to be held May 5, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.
Planning Meeting to be held April 21, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.
Meeting adjourned 8:56 p.m.