Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Juan Capistrano public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in environment with high priority
Pesticide use and the city's organic-first IPM policy
Multiple residents demanded stronger oversight of the city's integrated pest management program after years of non-compliance in which Roundup products were used in parks and playgrounds despite the 2017 organic-first policy. Speakers asked for compliance audits, a resident oversight committee, and public posting of treatment schedules.
San Juan and Trabuco Creek management and herbicide use
Creek Team residents say Orange County Public Works sprays thousands of gallons of glyphosate (Roundup) in the creek twice a year with no public warning. Speakers warned of health risks, ocean contamination at Doheny Beach, and want the council to pressure the county to stop.
City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission
The city is suing the California Energy Commission in Orange County Superior Court. The Council met privately with its attorney to discuss strategy in the case.