Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Juan Capistrano public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in parks rec with low priority
Proposed community aquatics center
A local swim coach proposed a public-private partnership — possibly with Dana Point — to build a community pool with swim lessons, competitive programs and revenue-generating events. He only asked whether the council would explore the idea; no action was taken.
Renaming Spring Street to Father O'Sullivan Way
The city will rename Spring Street to honor Father John O'Sullivan, the 'great restorer' of the Mission, with a bronze plaque funded by the Mission Preservation Foundation. Speakers from the Mission, the Acjachemen Nation and local historians all supported it, noting his grave faces Spring Street.
Unidos South OC Expanded Use of TJ Meadows Building
A local nonprofit gets easier day-to-day use of the city-owned building's shared meeting space — it just has to yield whenever someone else reserves the rooms.