May 5, 2003 Regular Meeting

Called to Order 7:37 p.m. by President David Weary

Ray Garwacki Jr. Donald Jordan Absent, all other officers and members present.

Minutes of April 7, 2003 approved as read.

Treasurer's report: Madge Rogaczewski - Balance $189.77.

Dick Morris announced receipt of the following :

· A letter from the city of Santa Clarita promoting opposition to TMC mining proposal, and inviting members to attend a special meeting on May 22.

· A notice from Acton-Agua Dulce Trails Council announcing their election meeting to be held May 12.

· A notice from Los Angeles County regarding a transportation summit meeting May 29.

· Norm Hickling presented commendation certificates from Supervisor Antonovich to retiring council members Bill Daniels and Leona Sexton.

· Norm Hickling described and demonstrated the new locking device for fire hydrants, use of which will hopefully help alleviate the problem of water theft.

Planning & Coordinating Chair Dick Morris

· CP03149 Lunde water CUP application has been filed for storage, Bottling, and Export of Well Water.

· TR54337 Tract Map filing on Cedarcroft south of Y-8. 5 parcels on 79 acres.

· PM27044 Three lots at Mountain Shadow and Hubbard Rd.

Finance, Ways and Means Chair Madge Rogaczewski

· Started selling sodas at Gymkhana-will continue.

· For 4th of July, Crown Valley Youth group is making game booth for Council.

· Karaoki machine has been donated for raffle prize.

Bylaws Chair Michael Hughes

· Asked that members review Bylaws and bring suggestions to June regular meeting.

Trails, Open Space & Recreation Chair Ray Billet

· Trail mapping is being worked on. Will be reviewing our area in July.

Publicity Chair Georgia Cushman -Nothing to report

Utilities Chair Donald Jordan -No report

Community Standards Chair Michael Hughes .

· Inquired as to status of 2nd unit issue. Dick Morris indicated that members have copies of Dept of Regional Planning proposed ordinance for review. No date has been set for hearing. There have been 2 applications in our area, one on Shannon Valley and one on Maryhill, applicants have been advised to come to Council.

Beautification Co-Chair Georgia Cushman - Madge Rogaczewski

· Acton clean-up proposed for June 7, 8-12.

Drainage and Roads Chair David Eisner –Nothing to report

Santa Clara River Steering Committee - Liaison Ray Billet -Nothing to report

Community Park Committee Liaison Dick Morris

· Next meeting will probably be in June.

Community Club Liaison Michael Hughes

· Sierra Youth Sports Bingo May 10.

· Young Peoples Art Show May 18.

· Little Night Music June 7.

Acton Chamber of Commerce Liaison Madge Rogaczewski

· Parade Applications have been distributed and are available at several businesses.

· Sheriff has reminded that nothing may be thrown from vehicles.

· Mixer at Antelope Valley Bank May 15.

· luncheon at Acton Chinese. May 21.

Santa Clarita Valley General Plan - Chair David Weary

· Leona Sexton reported work is progressing. Council should probably try to schedule some public forums between now and end of summer.

Traffic Committee Co-Chair Georgia Cushman, Madge Rogaczewski, David Eisner.

· Los Angeles County doing some traffic surveys. Will present proposals soon.

Library Committee Liaison Ray Garwacki Jr.

· Dick Morris talked to consultant Gloria Novak who asked about DSL in area. Dick indicated that DSL is now available through switching station near Unocal.

· Dick Morris indicated he will plan to attend TMC meeting May 22..

· The Chair announced receipt of resignation from Georgia Cushman . She will be moving out of town in July. Also indicated rumor of Donald Jordan planning to resign. Will put consideration of possible replacement(s) on agenda for June regular meeting.

· The Chair appointed David Eisner to chair the election committee for the November election.

The Chair announced the next regular meeting to be held June 2, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.

Planning Meeting to be held May 19, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.

Meeting adjourned 8:46 p.m.