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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1973/05/01 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday May 1, 1973 A regular meeting of the City Council 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 following Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Councilmen absent: None Also present: City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, Director of Public Works Cole, Director of Planning Peterson, Fire Chief Smithey The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hamilton, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of April 24, 1973, be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. REQUEST OF YOUTH COMMISSION Mayor Hamilton announced that a request was TO ATTEND CONCORD YOUTH received to move this item up on the agenda. CONFERENCE The Youth Commission requested permission to allow two members to attend the May 11, 12, 13, 1973, Concord, California Youth Confer- ence. Also requested was that a chaperone be appointed to accompany the commissioners. Request approved It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the request be granted and a chaperone be appointed by the Mayor. PUBLIC HEARING - CONSIDERATION On December 12, 1972, the City Council adopted OF GRANTING A LICENSE FOR A Resolution No. 6689 establishing a policy for TEMPORARY MASTER ANTENNA the licensing of temporary master antenna SYSTEM IN THE RANCHO RIOS AREA television systems in the City of Chula Vista. IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA City Attorney Lindberg explained that the per- mit which would be granted is for a limited time of five years, at the end of which period, the owner of the temporary system must sell the system to the cable TV franchise holder in the City. The Federal Communications Commission restraints have now been lifted on the current franchise holder (Mission Cable TV), and they are moving forward with plans to expand their service. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was opened. Tom Shay Mr. Shay, the applicant, discussed building the 45345 Cleveland Avenue temporary master antenna system in this area San Diego under the design of Mission Cable. They have continued building this system, putting the conduits beneath the streets before they wcr~ paved. They now have applied for a license to file for encroachment permits and serve the residents in the area. City Attorney's comments Mr. Lindberg explained that the present system in the area was installed by Mission Cable TV and an antenna system was devised to comply with the City's regulations prohibiting indi- vidual antennas. In answer to the Mayor's inquiry, Mr. Lindberg explained the clause which stated that the owner of the temporary system must sell the system to the franchise holder in Chula Vista at the end of five years; this will be a nego- tiated cost taking into account the cost and depreciation over a period of five years. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Approval of permit It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a resolution be brought back granting the license. PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED) - City Attorney Lindberg explained that at the CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED meeting of April 17, 1973, the Council directed SPORTS WORLD ANNEXATION that the matter of the Sports World General PHASE I Development Plan be continued until May 15, 1973, for action by the City Council. The annexation matter was continued until May 1, 1973; however, it would be his recommendation to continue this hearing until the May 15th date. ORDINANCE - It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by APPROVING SPORTS WORLD Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that ANNEXATION PHASE I the public hearing be continued to the meeting of May 15, 1973. RESOLUTION NO. 6842 - Resolution No. 4192 established policies and AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4192 procedures relating to emergency towing serv- ESTABLISHING POLICIES FOR ices. This has been amended to authorize a THE SELECTION OF TOW CAR maximum of four towing operators to provide SERVICES AS REQUESTED BY THE such services and the limitation on the term POLICE DEPARTMENT TO of the agreements with such operators has AUTHORIZE THE SELECTION OF been extended from the present two-year limi- FOUR (4) TOWING SERVICES tation to an indefinite term. INSTEAD OF THREE (3) TOWING SERVICES Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilman Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6843 - The agreements which have been executed by APPROVING AGREEMENTS FOR the four towing operators have been amended EMERGENCY TOWING SERVICES to reflect an indefinite period, providing WITHIN THE CITY OF for an annual review and a right of termination CHULA VISTA upon 90 days written notice. - 2 - Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6844 - The contract work for the construction of the ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS - traffic signals, street improvements and TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND INTER- drainage facilities has been completed by the SECTION MODIFICATIONS, BROADWAY contractor, Perry Electric Company, in AND H STREET, BROADWAY AND cordance with the contract agreement dated E STREET AND FOURTH AVENUE October 10, 1972. A final inspection was AND C STREET - made on April 23, 1973. GAS TAX PROJECT #174 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6845 - In a report to the Council, Director of Public ACCEPTING, DEDICATING Works Cole explained that the 1972-73 budget AND NAMING A PORTION OF approved by the City Council included the J STREET FOR STREET widening of J Street between East Park Lane AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES and Church Avenue. The Division of Engineer- ing has begun negotiations for the acquisi- tion of needed right-of-way at major inter- sections to facilitate the sidewalk area behind the 30 foot radius curb returns pro- posed to be constructed. The grant deed for the southwest corner of J Street and Church Avenue is being submitted for Council con- sideration for acceptance, dedication and naming. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6846 - Fire Chief Smithey requested purchase of the APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF following items: CERTAIN SELECTED ITEMS FOR THE CHULA VISTA FIRE 1. Two dual frequency radio monitors $1,680 DEPARTMENT WITH REVENUE 2. Emergency Generator 1,950 SHARING FUNDS 3. Pickup Truck 3,400 $7,030 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None - 3 - EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the Council recess to Executive Session for personnel matters and negotiations, at the close of the meeting. UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEMS RESOLUTION - It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by APPROVING THAT CERTAIN MEMORANDUM Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING WAGES the following two resolutions be held over AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF until after the Executive Session. EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION FOR FISCAL YEARS 1973-75 RESOLUTION - APPROVING THAT CERTAIN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING WAGES AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1973-74 REQUEST OF HUMAN RELATIONS The Human Relations Commission requested finan- COMMISSION FOR FINANCIAL cial support for the "Meals on Wheels" program SUPPORT TO THE "MEALS ON and suggested the possible use of Revenue WHEELS" PROGRAM Sharing Funds for this project. The Commission stated that this program is currently $3,000 short on their budget. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that this request be referred to staff. ORDINANCE NO. 1463 - After a public hearing held on April 24, 1973, AMENDING ZONING MAP OR MAPS the Council placed this ordinance on its ESTABLISHED BY SECTION 33.401 first reading. OF THE CHULA VISTA CITY CODE, REZONING THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED WEST OF OTAY LAKES ROAD, ONE QUARTER MILE SOUTH OF ALLEN SCHOOL LANE, FROM R-E-20 AND R-E-40 TO R-E-P - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on second It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this reading and adoption ordinance be placed on its second reading and adopted and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Nobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None REPORT ON PROPOSED PARCEL In a report to the Council, City Manager EXCHANGE BETWEEN CITIES OF Thomson submitted a map noting several parcels NATIONAL CITY AND CHULA VISTA of property bordering on the boundary lines of Chula Vista and National City. He explained that the staff has been working w~th represen- tatives from National City in order to secure an exchange of appropriate properties. - 4 - A letter sent from Mr. Osburn, City Manager, National City, was noted in which six parcels, presently in Chula Vista, were proposed to be annexed to National City (with the consent of the property owners), and one parcel, presently in National City, to be annexed to Chula Vista. Mr. Thomson recommended denial of the proposal because of the imbalance of exchange, and asked for policy guidance from the Council. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded hy Councilman Hohel that the report be ac- cepted. Discussion Councilman Hyde indicated he was not sure about what is being discussed, because the parcels on the map were not numbered. He felt there may be some agreement that could be reached. Substitute motion It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this matter be set for a Council Conference and be explained in detail where the parcels are numbered in order to be more readily identi- fied. The Council can then discuss this rather than accepting it as a whole package and consider the subelements of this parcel land exchange. No second to motion The motion died for lack of a second. Motion for parcel trade It was moved by Mayor Hamilton and seconded by Councilman Hyde that the land north of Highway S4 and west of Interstate 80S belong- ing to Chula Vista would be considered to be traded for the land owned by National City south of Highway S4 and west of Interstate 80S. Also included is the salt works south of National City. Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hamilton, Councilmen Hyde, Scott, Egdahl Noes: Ceuncilman Hebel Absent: None REPORT RECO~qENDING SETTING City Manager Thomson requested the date of COUNCIL CONFERENCE REGARDING May 9, 1973, at 3:00 p.m. for the Council REVENUE SHARING PROGRAM Conference. Conference set It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the Council Conference be set for May 9, 1973 at 3:00 p.m. Other items set for Conference City Clerk Fulasz read the list of pending items for a Council Conference. The Council concurred that the following list be added: 1. Ad Hoc Comittee for "Our House" as rec- ommended by the Human Relations Co~mission. 2. Discussion concerning hiring of Tennis Instructor and Advisor - 5 - Set for Council Conference It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that there be a staff explanation of the model of Interstate 805 and H Street interchange at the Council Conference scheduled for May 9. REPORT ON REQUEST FOR City Attorney Lindberg reported that he called FENCING OF HILLTOP PARK SITE Mr. William Jasinek, former Director of Parks and Recreation, concerning Mr. Ange Mandra's testimony at a previous Council meeting that Mr. Jasinek has assured him that the City would construct appropriate fencing separating his property from the Hilltop Telegraph Canyon Park site. Mr. Jasinek stated that he had numerous conver- sations with Mr. Mandra and indicated to him (Mandra) that the question of appropriate fencing adjacent to his property would be re- viewed at such time as the park site was developed. At no time was a definite commit- ment made for the construction of the fence. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. Discussion Discussion followed as to the motion approved by the Council at the last meeting whereby, if a need for a fence was demonstrated, the property owners would be contacted on a 50-50 cost basis for the installation of the fence. Substitute motion It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by Councilman Egdahl that the staff be directed to negotiate with Mr. Mandra with regard to the question of the City installing a fence which is agreeable to both parties at the City's expense. Councilman Egdahl felt that a demonstrated need should be shown. Motion amended Councilman Hyde amended the motion to include the statement that there must be a demonstrated need for the fence. Councilman Egdahl agreed to second the amendment. Motion fails The motion failed by the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl NOES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Absent: None STATUS REPORT ON SENIOR CITIZENS' Director of Parks and Recreation Hall submitted REDUCED GREEN FEES a written report to the Council showing cost figures for the past four months' play at the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course. It showed that 19.3% of the weekday revenues were attrib- uted directly to senior citizen play. Mr. Hail indicated that the effect of the reduced green fees was an improvement in the financial potential of the golf course along with pro- viding a real service to the senior citizens of the community. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON STAFF PROPOSAL FOR Director of Planning Peterson submitted a CITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY FOR Development Policy which he stated set forth MOBILE HOME PARKS objectives, principles and standards of devel- opment in order to provide prospective owners or developers of mobile home parks with better defined regulations. Referred to Planning Commission It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the report be accepted and that this Development Policy be forwarded to the Planning Commission for consideration and adoption before being returned to the Council for final adoption. Density questioned Councilman Hyde questioned the rationale behind treating mobile home parks differently, as far as density is concerned, than that of a single-family detached subdivision. Director of Planning Peterson explained that a mobile, home unit occupies considerably less land than does a house; the street sys- tem to a mobile home is usually less in area than one to a wooden-framed house; it is aimed at a different income group whose needs must be satisfied and which, perhaps, cannot be satisfied with a detached single family home subdivision. Councilman Hyde commented that there are a large number of mobile homes that exceed the City's minimum requirements (1000 square feet). He added that he is not sure a mobile home should deserve a greater density criteria than a standard R-l, and asked that this be taken into consideration in the Development Policy. Councilman Egdahl referred to page 5, para- graph 4, which calls for a use permit to be granted "for a period not in excess of one year" and not renewable. He stated he did not understand this paragraph. REQUEST TO CLOSE STREET Mayor Hamilton announced that he has received a request to close Third Avenue to through traffic between F and Davidson Streets on Saturday, May 12, 1973, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. This date has been designated as Fire Service Day and the Fire Department will be displaying various types of apparatus and equipment used in performing the fire protection service in this city. Request granted It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the request be granted. CO~qUNITY FORUM Mayor Hamilton reported that a Community Forum will be held at the Hilltop Junior High School on Thursday, May 10, 1973, at 7:30 p.m. and asked which Councilmen would be able to attend. It was noted that all members of the Council indicated they would be present. - 7 - IRAPUATO TRIP Mayor Hamilton asked which of the Councilmen are planning to take the trip to Irapt~ato, Mexico. Councilman Scott indicated he would plan to visit Irapuato. WEED SITUATION ON STREET Councilman Egdahl discussed the weed situation DIVIDER in the divider between Telegraph Canyon Road and the service road (where new apartments have been built, between Melrose and "L" Street). He asked the staff to check into whose responsibility it was to maintain the divider. LETTER OF COMMENDATION It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a letter of commendation be sent to Sam Blick, Assistant City Attorney, who will be leaving shortly for a position in Escondido. WEED PROBLEMS Fire Chief Smithey confirmed the fact that there was a tremendous volume of vegetation this year due to the rains. The Fire De- partment does have a program that began today, May 1, 1973, in which they notify all the property owners to abate the prob- lem. This program is continued until such time as the Department feels the city is safe. WRITTEN COb&4UNICATIONS Letter of resignation Mr. Brines stated that because of personal from George R. Brines, reasons, he is submitting his resignation Safety Commission from this commission. Resignation accepted with It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded regret by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the resignation be accepted with regret and a letter be sent to Mr. Brines thanking him for his services on this commission. Letter from Half Moon Bay Mr. W. Fred Mortensen, City Manager of Half urging Council support of Moon Bay, has sent a copy of a resolution resolution on coastal zone which urged the California State Legislature to enact legislation that would equalize the tax burden with the coastal zone which is now being borne solely by the local tax- payers. It Has requested that all the cities concerned with this matter adopt similar resolutions. Request filed It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be filed. Request from S. D. Human Mr. Edward M. Webb, Chairman of the Board, Relations Agency regarding San Diego Human Relations Agency, 3730 Fifth social service programs Avenue, requested local governmental entities to take over funding for as many of the needed social service programs as possible using revenue sharing monies. Mr. Webb added that this would beink~epi~g with the original spirit and intent of revenue sharing as it relates to the funding of social service programs. - 8 - To be placed on Council It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded Conference agenda by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be placed on the agenda of the Council Conference set for May 9, 1973, at which revenue sharing will be discussed. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Esther Lassman Miss Lassman read quotes from several news- Rogan Road paper articles made by Councilman Scott concerning annexation of Dr. Bloom's property. She asked for an explanation, indicating she was confused. Councilman Scott explained that the articles were printed over a sequence of time. His main concern is the protection of the City. At first, he felt this could only be accom- plished by annexing the entire 1400 acres; however, the City Attorney has informed him that there are other ways, such as requiring street improvements. At this time, he would like to see all of the improvements of H Street put in by Dr. Bloom for the entire 1400 acres, at the time the development of the arena is put in. Bill Tindell Mr. Tindell stated he is President of the 215 Calle La Mirada South Bay "Meals on Wheels," and asked to Bonita give a brief resume'on how the program operates. The Council concurred that this presentation should be given at the time the staff brings the matter back to the Council. Mr. Tindell announced that they are sched- uling a luncheon on June 11, 1973, at Bay General Hospital (the hospital will provide the meal). He has already contacted the Mayors of National City and Imperial Beach and they have agreed to be honorary sponsors of the lunGheon. Mr. Tindell asked Mayor Hamilton to consider being a co-sponsor of the luncheon. Mayor Hamilton accepted the invitatien. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council recessed to Executive Session at 8:17 p.m. and r~convened at 8:58 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEMS RESOLUTION NO. 6847 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of APPROVING THAT CERTAIN MEMORANDUM the text was waived by unanimous consent, OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING WAGES passed and adopted by the following vote, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF to-wit: EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, CHULA VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA Hyde, Egdahl POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION FOR Noes: None FISCAL YEARS 1973-75 Absent: None - 9 - RESOLUTION NO. 6848 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of APPROVING THAT CERTAIN MEMORANDUM the text was waived by unanimous consent, OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING WAGES passed and adopted by the following vote, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF to-wit: EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, CHULA VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA Hyde, Egdahl EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR Noes: None FISCAL YEAR 1973-74 Absent: None ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 8, 1973, at 7:00 p.m. Cit~/Clerk - 10 -