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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1973/09/26 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Wednesday ~ September 26, 1973 An adjourned regular meeting of tke City Council of Ckula Vista, California was held on the above date beginning at 3:30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, Civic Center, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Hyde, Egdahl Councilmen absent: Mayor Hamilton, Councilman Hobel Staff present: City Attorney Lindberg, Director of Public Works Cole County staff present: A1 Boggs, Bill Byers, and Sharon Reid of Supervisor Walsh's office In the absence of the Mayor and Vice-Mayor, Councilman Scott, as Mayor Pro-Tempore, conducted the meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR City Clerk Fulasz read the titles of the ordinances approved and adopted by the Couneil at the meeting of September 25, 1973. EDGEMERE BRIDGE Councilman Hyde reviewed the past actions of the Council concerning its request to keep Edgemere a two-lane bridge. A1Boggs Mr. Boggs discussed the fact that the bridge was to be four lanes; however, upon the re- quest of this city, the County staff is now recommending that the bridge be reduced to 52 feet (two lanes). Mr. Boggs cautioned that widening the bridge does not necessi- tate widening Second Avenue, although they do foresee the necessity of widening Second Avenue sometime in the future. Traffic counts Mr. Boggs noted the number of cars traveling Edgemere Avenue in one day and the projected number. In answer to Council's questions, he indicated that with the opening of 1-805, there will be some decrease in the traffic on this bridge. He remarked that the pro- posal for the wider bridge, at this time, is to avoid having to go through the process of widening, perhaps, three structures in the future. Alternate routes The Council discussed alternate north-south routes. Director of Public Works Cole stated it would most probably have to be First Avenue, and then listed the problems en- countered with that route. Mr. Boggs contended that unless the City puts a cul-de-sac at Second Avenue or they step manufacturing cars, the traffic will end up on Second Avenue in spite of having a two-lane bridge. Adjourned Regular Council Meeting 2 September 26, 1973 County's position Mr. Byers commented that the County's posi- tion is to widen the bridge to four lanes; however, the 52 feet now being recommended i~ a compromise figure. They would prefer to have the bridge full width at this time so that at some time in the future, if the Council has a change of attitude, they won't be faced with an obstacle which could have been prevented. Other alternatives Mr. Cole declared that there are several things that can be done to help facilitate the traffic without having to go into a street widening project, among them being the peak hour clearance -- eliminate parking when congestion occurs. Mr. Byers commented that if the Council decides to connect this bridge to First Avenue, the 52 feet gives the possibility of having a left-turn lane with two travel lanes or a left-turn pocket with a "T" intersection. The 52' bridge has this capability whereas a 40' lane bridge would not. Th~ 52' bridge would have one line down the center with two wide lanes and room for 5icycIe~, pedestrians, horses, etc. Suggestion for 64-foot Councilman Scott ~emarked that since the lane bridge County will be recommending a 52' lane bridge instead of the 40', he would suggest the bridge be built to 64' and do it right. Mr. Boggs agreed, commenting that 52 feet is a poor four-lane bridge. He added that the Star, has not changed their plans for the 64' bridge; however, they are aware that discussions are being held on it. Discussion Director of Public Works Cole indicated that he felt 64 feet would be the proper way to go. Councilman Hyde reminded Mr. Boggs that the first choice of the Council is for a 40' lane bridge; however, if it is to go to 52 feet, then the Council feels it should be constructed to the 64 feet in order to be done properly. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pro-Tem Scott adjourned the meeting at 4:24 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 27, 1973, at 7:00 p.m.