July 7, 2003 Regular Meeting

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

All officers and members present.

Minutes of June 2, 2003 approved as read.

Treasurer's report: Madge Rogaczewski - Reported a Balance of $ 160.79.

Revenues from 4th of July activities have not yet been included.

Dick Morris announced receipt of the following:

· Information booklet from California Regional Water Quality Control Board describing Santa Clara River Basic plan amendment and staff report.

· John Stobie presented details of hisTentative Parcel Map 27044, 3 homes on 10 acres, zoned for 2.5-acre parcels.

Site is east of Mountain Shadow Rd., west of Country Comfort Rd, south of Syracuse and north of Gillespie. Michael Hughes Moved to send letter of support with reminder to county regarding provisions of Acton Community Standards Ordinance.-Motion Carried (unanimous)

· A representative from Cossoulis development discussed proposed annexation of several parcels to Los Angeles County Water District 37. LAFCO Public Hearing date uncertain. Michael Hughes Moved to draft letter opposing annexation of areas in North Crown Valley until the Council has an opportunity to review proposed development plans for the parcels in question . Motion Carried (unanimous)

As soon as LAFCO Public Hearing date is available, the council will designate a member or members to attend.

· Engineer represented Tract Map 43196. North of Sierra Hwy. In the Desert Rd. area. Project was previously approved but has expired. Asking for reduction in setback requirements. Michael Hughes Moved to oppose any variation in the setback requirement as prescribed in the Acton Community Standards Ordinance. Motion Carried (unanimous)

Developer will submit revised Tract Map for consideration at a future meeting.

· From the gallery, Dave Jennings Sheriffs Community Liaison Officer announced the opening of the new store front in Santiago Square, and that their legal department advised them not to display sheriffs name and logo. It will now be called the Acton Volunteer Facility.

· From the gallery, Norm Hickling reported on status of water theft from local hydrants.

Planning & Coordinating Chair Dick Morris -No report

Finance, Ways and Means Chair Madge Rogaczewski -No report

Bylaws Chair Michael Hughes -No report

Trails, Open Space & Recreation Chair Ray Billet -No report

Publicity Chair Georgia Cushman -No report

Utilities -No report

Community Standards Chair Michael Hughes -No report

Beautification Co-Chair Georgia Cushman - Madge Rogaczewski -No report

Drainage and Roads Chair David Eisner –No report

Santa Clara River Steering Committee - Liaison Ray Billet -No report

Community Park Committee Liaison Dick Morris -No report

Community Club Liaison Michael Hughes -No report

Acton Chamber of Commerce Liaison Madge Rogaczewski -No report

Santa Clarita Valley General Plan - Chair David Weary -No report

Traffic Committee Co-Chair, Madge Rogaczewski, David Eisner. -No report

Library Committee Liaison Ray Garwacki Jr. -No report

Election Committee Chair David Eisner -No report

· From the gallery, prospective resident Dave Shapiro inquired regarding the county well requirement, Norm Hickling suggested he could be contacted for more information. Mr. Shapiro also asked about wind generators and was told by Michael Hughes that the council opposed any structures exceeding the height limit prescribed in the Acton Community Standards Ordinance

The Chair announced the next regular meeting to be held August 4, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.

Planning Meeting to be held July 23, 2003, 7:30 p.m. Acton Community Center.

Meeting adjourned 9:26 p.m.