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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1974/07/02 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE C%TY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday ~ July 2~ 1974 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date beginning at 7~00 p.m, in the Council Chamber, Civic Center, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the fellowing Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl Councilmen absent: Councilman Hyde Staff present: Acting City Manager Bourcier, City Attorney Lindberg, Director of Public Works Cole, Purchasing Agent Espinosa, Director of Parks and Recreationi Hall The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hamilton, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of June 25, 1974 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. ORAL CO~4MUNICATIONS Kathryn Moore Mrs. Moore proposed that the City purchase 1134 Tobias Drive the Ranchmart property at Third and H Street Chula Vista for a bus terminal facility. The property could be acquired by either the City or Aztec Bus Company and leased to Greyhound Bus Company. Mrs. Moore stated that the building could be renovated to house ancil- lary bus services (restaurant, tourist booth, baggage lockers, etc.). Mrs. Moore discussed what she termed "terrible looking center islands" on "J" Street. The islands are grown with tumble weeds which she claimed have not been re- moved for six months. She suggested that the youth organizations in the City (Our House, Girls' and Boys' Clubs, Little League) be asked to clean up the City. Acting City Manager Bourcier remarked that the staff is aware of this condition, but because of the total efforts of the Parks and Recreation Department made during the last three months for park development; however, with the new help just authorized by the Council, this work will now be done. Jan Ronis, Attorney Mr. Ronis testified as to the services per- 4201 Bonita Road formed by the Chula Vista Mounted Police which he remarked should be for parades, search apd rescue and riots. He said he re- cently witnessed two members of the Mounted Police stop six male individuals at the Chula Vista Golf Course which appeared to him as those they were trying to enforce the immi- gration laws of the Federal government. City Council Meeting 2 July 2, 1974 Mr. Ronis claimed this was an illegal deten- tion and asked the Council to launch an in- vestigation into the activities of the Chula Vista Mounted Police Force to see whether their presence on the Golf Course is even justified, is necessary, and to make sure the responsibilities they are given are strictly adhered to and do not encroach upon the jurisdictional responsibilities of others~ Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Saott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to staff to ascertain the facts and report back*to the City Council. Carole Smith Mrs, Smith complimented Mr. Dan Pass, Senior 87 F Street Pla~ner, for the outstanding presentation Chula Vista made at the S~JqPAT hearing on Monday, .June 24, 1974 at the Montgomery High School. Peter Watry Mr. Watry commended the Council on the action 81 Second Avenue taken to reinstate Chula Vista listings in Chula Vista the San Diego telephone directory, and for the stand the Council took regarding the proposed air~ort at Brown Field. REPORT ON REQUEST OF JAYCEES Acting City Manager Bourcier discussed the TO USE VACANT CITY LAND FOR request of the Jaycees for permission to hold FIESTA DE LA LUNA CARNIVAL their annual carnival on property at Fourth and F Street. The Director of Public Works asked that the City retain the option of providing for the layout of the rides and tents. In a report to the Council, the City Manager noted that there may be a con- flict with the proposed carnival because of the possibility of earth moving with the con- struction of the new library facility. Permission granted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that permission be granted to the Jaycees to hold their carnival on Fourth and F Street pr~perty with the condition that the City retain the option of providing for the layout of the rides and tents. REPORT - OFF-ROAD VEHICLE Assistant to the City Manager Wittenberg sub- PARK DEVELOPMENT mitted a written report in which he explained the ~tappie-Z'Berg Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Law of 1971 which provides matching funds to local agencies for the purpose of promoting off-road vehicle parks. Mr. Wittenberg stated that the current range for such a park is between 400 and 3,000 acres. ~e City of San Diego is considering a 520-acre site near Miramar. The County staff is cur- rently drafting an off-road vehicle subelement to their General Plan. It was his conclusion that Chula Vista is phFsically and financially incapable of an independent park development and that action in this area should await promulgation of pending County policy. City Council Meet±ng 3 July 2, 1974 Report aceepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON PROPOSAL Acting City Manager Bourcier referred to his FOR ANIMAL SHELTER memo and that of the Chief of Police in which CONSTRUCTION AND they discussed animal shelter services. Mr. ANIMAL REGULATION Bourcier discussed the services available STAFFING under the County Shelter facility indicating it would cost the City at least an additional $14,000 more a year to use this facility. It was his recommendation that the City con- tinue providing complete animal regulation services; that it construct a new animal shelter facility; add one additional em- ployee to the staff (1975-76 budget); and finance the cost of the new facility from the Special Capital Outlay Fund - such loan to be repaid from increased dog license revenues. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously car- ried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON FOLLOWING In a written report, the Director of Parks ORIGINAL PLANS FOR and Recreation stated he checked the original DEVELOPMENT OF drawings of the architect and found that HILLTOP PARK the plan for Hilltop was followed except where good engineering policy dictated changes. Mr. Hall noted the installation of forts in three park areas - the one in Hilltop is a "tree house" which was not completed until June 27. He added that three pieces of play equipment for this park have not arrived and other play equipment was brought in as an substitute in order to have the park ready for dedication. Upon arrival of the designated equipment, the ~uhstitute equipment will be removed. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON RENOVATION OF Director of Parks and Recreation Hall ex- RESTROOMS AT CHULA VISTA plained that the sum of $2,560.00 is needed MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE to upgrade the restroom facilities at the golf course. He stated that a great deal RESOLUTION NO. 7352 - of consideration was given to a choice of PROVIDING FOR THE SPECIAL the best materials to use since the rest- APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR rooms are used by both golf participants and RENOVATION OF RESTROO~S AT restaurant customers. The compromise reached CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF will accomplish the project in such a way COURSE as to make the facility functional as well as attractive. The appropriation of $2,560.00 is requested from the unappropriated surplus &n the Golf Course Revenue Fund. ~esolutiog offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: City Council Meeting 4 July 2, 1974 AYES; Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl, Scott Noes; None Absent% Councilman Hyde REPORT ON PROGRESS Director of Public Works Cole reported that OF NEW LIBRARY the architect is now proceeding with the working drawings phase. Four prospective candidates have been interviewed for pre- paring the landscape plan for the new library. A selection will be made and an agreement prepared for Council review and approval on July 9, 1974. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously car- ~ied that the report be accepted. REPORT ON TRAFFIC ISLAND On February 5, 1974, in response to a ON BONITA ROAD AT Chamber of Commerce request to remove the ALLEN SCHOOL ROAD concrete island in Bonita Road east of Allen School Road, the Council authorized the Public Works Director to take appropriate action to prohibit Vehicles from turning left onto Bonita Road from the westerly driveway of the Bonita Shopping Plaza. Director Cole reported that a "No Left Turn" sign was installed facing the westerly driveway and a "No Parking" restrictiou instituted on the south side of Bonita Road from Allen School Road easterly to the first driveway. He added that these restrictions have not reduced the safety hazard the turning movements create. It was recommended by Mr. Cole that a 20-foot extension be made to the island to ensure compliance with the newly-imposed restric- tions. This can be done at a cost of ap- proximately $100. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Scott.and seconded by Councilman Egdahl to accept the report. Discussion of motion Mayor Hamilton remarked that he viewed this site for 45 minutes this morning and watched the traffic go by. He discussed the configuration of the driveway and the left-turn movements and suggested the bulb at the end of the island be removed to permit better passage of a left-hand turn movement by vehicles coming out of this driveway. Director of Public Works Cole submitted a plat noting the various movements of automo- biles in entering and exiting this area. Traffic Engineer Sawyerr cited the dangerous condition that would be created by a car entering this left~hand turn lane and another car tra~lin~ west trying to make a left turn at Allen School Road. City Council Meeting 5 July 2, 1974 Claren¢~ Knight Mr, Knight claimed that one cannot legislate 117 Jefferson Street people driving? }{e claimed that having a 25- Chula Vista foot berm in this area would "trap" a driver - it would become a "booby trap". Mr, Knight recommended that the best solution would be to remove the entire island. Emily Ritter Mrs. Ritter cited the speed of the traffic 339 Patricia along Bonita Road which she claimed was 45 to 50 MpH instead of 35 MPH. She asked that either the bulb or the entire traffic island be removed - preferably the entire island. Councilman Scott noted that if the island was completely removed, the people living in the apartments would have to cross five lanes of traffic to get across to the shopping center, and this would present an extremely dangerous condition. Niek Slijk Mr. Slijk compared this area to the intersec- Chamber of Commerce tion at Broadway and E Street which does not have any center islands. He remarked that the Mayor had the best solution -- to remove the bulb at the center island, but maintained that it would be better to remove the entire island. Motion to accept The motion to accept the staff's recommendation staff's recommendation (20-foot extension on the island) failed by fails the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Scott, ggd~hl NOES: Councilmen tIobel, Hamilton Absent: Councilman Hyde Motion to remove bulb It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded by Mayor Hamilton that the bulb be removed and as much as part of the root that the staff deems necessary to stub that off. Motion fails The motion failed by the following vote, to- wit: Aye§: Councilmen I{obel, Hamilton NOES: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl Absent: Councilman Hyde Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Councilman Egdahl that this matter be held over ~ntil a full Council is present - next meeting. Motion fails The motion failed by the following vote, to- wit: Ayes: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl NOES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton Absent: Councilman Hyde REPORT ON HISTORIC In a written report to the Council, Assistant SITE ORDINANCE City Attorney Beam discussed historic site ordinances as they have been adopted in other cities, Basically, once a property is designated as a historic site, the property owner must submit to the City any proposal for a major alteration, demolition or removal of the historic site. The City official notifies City Council Meeting 6 July 2, 1974 a Historic Site Board whose function is to consider alternatives to demolition or major alterations of such a site. Mr. Beam stated that he will prepare an or- dinance that w~ll insure some measure of protection for historic or cultural sites within the community. R~port accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON COLORS FOR City Clerk Fulasz stated that the color plan CITY BUSES selected at the meeting of June 18 (turquoise and ivory) met with some concern on the part of the bus company representatives. Aztec Bus Lines recently purchased 26 buses painted this color from a City in Texas and are now repainting this entire fleet because the colors look too dirty once the buses are on the road. The City Clerk asked the Council to reconsider this color scheme and give further considora- tion to the burgundy and ivory color plan. She further asked that patches be designed for the bus drivers to wear on the sleeves of their uniforms, and that the City staff be directed to make the color selection for the interior of the buses. Motion to reconsider It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that colors for the City buses be reconsidered. Council discussion Following individual comments by the Council- men on color selections for the City buses, Councilman Scott suggested a Mayor's committee be formed to make the final selection of the bus colors and Sleeve patches and other recommendations of the Clerk. Mayor Hamilton remarked that this was an excellent idea and appointed Councilman Scott as the Chairman of that committee. Motion to form Mayor's It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded Committee by Councilman Hebel and unanimously carried that a Mayor's Committee be formed. TRAFFIC ISLAND ON BONITA ROAD It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded AT ALLEN SCHOOL ROAD by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the Council reconsider the traffic island at Bonita and Allen School Road at the meeting of July 9 when a full Council will be present. REPORT ON GENERAL ROCA In a written report, Director of Parks & ReCreation 16" SOFTBALL FIELD Hall explained that for the past two years, his department has tried to convert the dirt playing field in this area to a turfed area. At present, approximately 60% of the playing surface has been turfed. Mr. Hall stated that the area is used five nights a week, and in or- der to establish a completely turfed area, the field would have to bc put on a non-use basis City Council Meeting 7 July 2, 1974 for six to eight months. It was his recommenda- tion that (11) the automatic irrigation system be removed and quick couplers installed to keep the existing grass alive; (2) ~t the conclusion of the summer playing season (September or October), with the assistance of the Public Works Department, ali of tho turf will be removed thereby converting this area into a dirt softball field; (5) the area will be sprayed with calcium chloride to alle- viate the dust problem, Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carriOd that the report be accepted. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 7353 - On June 24, 1974, the following bids were ACCEPTING BIDS ~ND received for furnishing asphaltic emulsions AWARDING CONTRACT FOR for the period July 1, 1974 through ASPHALTIC EMULSION September 30, 1974: Sim J. Harris (10 tons) @ $87.60 $ S76.00 (335 tons) @ $58.00 19,430.00 Douglas Oil (10 tons) @ $53.00 530.00 Company (535 tons) @ $62.62 20,977.70 Industrial (10 tons) @ $84.00 840.00 Asphalt (555 tons) no bid Purchasing Agent Espinosa noted that Douglas Oil indicated their bid prices were not firm and billing would be at price schedules and tariffs in effect at the time of receipt of the materials by the City. It was recommended, therefore, that the con- tract be awarded to Sim J. Harris. RESOLUTION NO. 7354 - The following bids were received on June 24, ACCEPTING BIDS AND 1974 for furnishing asphaltic concrete for AWARDING CONTRACT FOR the period July 1, 1974 through September 30, ~SPHALTIC CONCRETE 1974: Industrial Asphalt 1,000 tons @ $7.50 $7,500 Sim J. Harris Co. 1,000 tons @ $8.70 $8,700 Purchasing Agent Espinosa stated that although Sim J. Harris' bid is $1.20 per ton higher, it would be more economical to pick up this material at the Harris plant rather than the Industrial Asphalt's plant. It was recommended, therefore, that the contract be awarded to Sim J. Harris. RESOLUTION NO. 73SS - The Director of ParRs and Recreation submitted ESTABLISHING GREENS FEES the schedule of standard and monthly greens fees which incorporated the fee schedules for students, senior citizens and the Ladies' Day greens fees. City Council Meeting 8 July 2, 1974 RESOLUTION NO. 7356 - Fritz A. Nachant, Inc., contractor for the ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS repair of the Loma Verde Park aquatic pool FOR THE REPAIR OF LOMA VERDE has completed this work to the satisfaction AQUATIC POOL of the Director of Public Works and the Director of Parks and Recreation. (End of Consent Calendar) RESOLUTION NO. 7357 - The Director of Public Works reported that APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR THE the developer, Time Development Company, has COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS con~pleted all requirements imposed by the IN APOLLO UNIT NO. 3 Planning Commission and City Council for the recordation of a final map. The developer has paid all required fees, posted the neces- sary bonds and has completed his portion of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel,Hamilton, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hyde RESOLUTION NO. 7358 - The Public Works Director reported that the APPROVING MAP OF APOLLO final map conforms with the tentative map. UNIT NO. 3 All bonds and executed agreements have been submitted. Approval of the final map includes the dedication of RIVERA STREET, CARISSA AVENUE, LILAC AVENUE and BRANDYWINE AVENUE. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hyde RESOLUTION NO. 73S9 - The following three property o~mers have APPROPRIATING FONDS AND requested City participation for fence con- ACCEPTING ESTIMATES FOR struction: CONSTRUCTION OF FENCE - HILLTOP PARK Angelo Cavarra, 77 Millan Court Eugene Otto, 83 Millan Court William Bowers, 87 Millan Court Total ~ost of the fence is $670.31 with City's cost at $335.14 (one-half). American Fence Company wa5 the low bidder. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hyde City Council Meeting 9 July 2, 1974 RESOLUTION NO. 7360 - In a written report to the Council, Director APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF of Public Works Cole explained the bidding $14,500 FOR THE ACQUISI- process used for the bituminous distributor TION OF ONE BITUMINOUS for which Mustang Equipment was the low DISTRIBUTOR AND AUTHOR- bidder. The controversy evolved around the IZlNG THE PURCHASING freight charges (Mustang bid F.O.B. Min- AGENT TO ADVERTISE FOR neapolis, Minnesota). The Purchasing Agent BIDS contacted Universal Car Loading & Distribut- ing Company for a freight rate which they stated would be approximately $1,043.28. When this charge is substituted for that quoted by Mustang Equipment Company, the new cost for the iow bidder is about $1100 less than that submitted by the high bidder. It was recommended that the bids opened on June 10, 1974 be accepted and the contract be awarded to Mustang Equipment Company. Also, that $14,500 be appropriated for this equipment. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Egdahl, Scott Noes: Mayor Hamilton Absent: Councilman Hyde RESOLUTION NO. 7361 - The resolution delineates the next step in APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, the 1911 Act procedure which is to approve ESTIMATES AND MAP OF THAT plans, specifications, estimates and map of CERTAIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT the boundaries of the District. KNOWN AS THE DEL MAR 1911 ACT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT - NAPLES STREET ALONG DEL MAR 650' NORTH THEREFROM Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Cotmcilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hyde RESOLUTION NO. 7362 - On April 2, 1974, (Resolution No. 7261) the GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION Council accepted the petitions and directed AND ORDERING CERTAIN WORK the Public Works Director to prepare plans, TO BE DONE AND IMPROVEMENTS drawings and specifications for this project. TO BE MADE UNDER THE This work has been accomplished, and by this PROVISIONS OF THE IMPROVE- resolution, notice is given that the public MENT ACT OF 1911 AND AMEND- hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 1974 MENTS THERETO IN THE 1000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. BLOCK OF DEL MAR FROM NAPLES STREET TO 650 FEET NORTHERLY Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hyde City Council Meeting 10 July 2, 1974 MAYOR'S REPORT J Street Drainage Project In answer to the Mayor's query, Director of Public Works Cole reported that the specifica- tions for the remedial work have been completed and is now in the hands of the contractor. He added that, if accepted, the contractor should begin work by the end of this month. Freeway signs Mayor Hamilton suggested asking this district's Assemblyman and Senator for permission to put Chula Vista signs on the freeway intersection specifically where the signs indicate gas and lodging. On these signs, loges could be placed indicating the type of services that are available off the streets. Motion to bring back It was moved by Mayor Hamilton and seconded resolution by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the City Attorney bring back a resolu- tion in this regard. Discussion of motion Councilman Scott cited a few problems connected with the suggestion: who would be allowed to place hfs logo on the si-gms; how big would the 16gos.be;.how many c~n be put'on~he signs. Me felt the,Council should'obtaih more informa- tion before asking that a resolution be brought back. Motion amended Mayor Hamilton amended his motion to state that the matter be referred to the staff for a feasibility report. Councilman Hobel agreed to the second and the matter carried unanimously. Landscaping the Civic Mayor Hamilton discussed the landscaping at Center the Civic Center complex which he felt did not live up to the requirements imposed on builders and developers in the City. Motion for landscaping It was moved by Mayor Hamilton and seconded by Councilman Hobel that consideration be to land~ s~apingthe Civic Center complex and the new Library facility at one time. Substitute motion It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that a resolution be brought back which would state that at any time a public building is constructed, the City will meet the same standards required for a private building; further, that the City wi~bring those areas that are not up to the standards of the new construction, up to construction, as soon as it able to. South Bay Court Mayor Hamilton announced that he will be meeting with Mr. Bud James tomorrow (July 3) to pursue Mr. 3ames~ offer for a court facility in the South Bay. City Council Meeting 11 July 2, 1974 Acquisition of Land Mayor Hamilton referred to a comment made at the last Mayor's Breakfast Meeting that the City consider purchasing some land and make it available to organizations such as YMCA, Girls' Club, Boys' Club, etc, as a recreational complex. The Mayor felt this deserved further study, and asked for Council comments on this matter. SIGNS Councilman Scott spoke on what he termed the lack of enforcement of paper signs, temporary signs and "A" frame signs in the City. City Attorney Lindberg stated that his office filed three complaints last month, and if notified of any other violations, would proceed to enforce the sign ordinance. MINUTES REGARDING MAYOR'S Councilman Hobel noted the suggestion made by BREAKFAST MEETINGS Mr. Vic Wulff at the last Breakfast Meeting in which Mr. Wulff asked for a summary of the comments made at the meetings along with any disposition. Councilman Hobel suggested that minutes be taken at the Breakfast Meetings so that a reply can be given to the business- Councilman Scott asked the Mayor to set at least one meeting a year as a luncheon meeting so that he would be able to attend. SANPAT REPORT Councilman Hobel reported that the public Airport Study hearings are completed and the Hearing Board is now in deliberation reviewing all testimo- nies . They will be back in August (tentative date) with their report. The City Council will be receiving a complete report along with recommendations. AB 2648 Councilman Hobel remarked that, in his opinion, Regional Transit District there will be no Bill to vote on in November. The legislature has deferred it until August 15 and it now contains 37 amendments. VACATION GRANTED It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the vacatiem request of the City Clerk be granted (July 15-19, 1974). BOARDS AND CO~ISSIONS Mayor Hamilton asked the Council to look over the applications for Boards and Commissions so that next week, when a full Council is present, appointments can be made. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8;42 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for July 9, 1974 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. City C-lerk ~