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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1972/08/15 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF Cf~LA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday August 15, 1972 A regular meeting of the City Counoil 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, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Absent: Councilman Hobel Also present: City Manager Thomson, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, City Attorney Lindberg, Director of Public Works Cole, Assistant Director of Planning Williams 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 Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously car- ried that the minutes of the meetings of July 19 and August 8, 1972 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST COMMISSIONER Mayor Hamilton introduced Mr. Alan Miller, member of the Environmental Control Commis- sion, as guest commissioner for this meeting. INTRODUCTION OF VISITING STUDENTS Mayor Hamilton announced that this visit FROM JAPAN has been postponed to a future Council meeting. PRESENTATION OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL A written report was sent to the Council REPORT - CHULA VISTA VISITORS AND stating that the financial audit is in CONVENTION BUREAU progress, and therefore no end report is being submitted at this time. They are asking for a continuance of this matter. Matter continued It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be continued to the meeting of September $, 1972. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Peter Shenas, Attorney Mr. Shenas stated he is representing Mr. Whispering Trees Bonita Frank Ferreira and requested a continuance of the matter regarding the lighting at the ~'~ispering Trees Bonita Apartments. A letter has been received from the City Attorney proposing a modification of the lights, and Mr. Ferreira would like time to consider this. Continuance granted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that item number 18, decision on action to be taken on lighting at Whispering Trees Bonita, be continued for one week. Wall at Whispering Trees Bonita Mr. Shenas referred to his letter written to the Council on July 26, 1972, and consi- dered by the Council at the meeting of August 1, 1972, regarding the construction of a wall at th~apartment complex. The Council had declared this a public nuisance. Mr. Shenas claimed the problem no longer exists and they are requesting Council to rescind that resolution, and also to pass another resolution stating that the Council action was not appropriate at the time it was taken. Council discussion Council discussion ensued on the action taken by the Council in approving the reso- lution declaring the wall a public nuisance. City Attorney Lindberg stated he received a proposed resolution from Mr. Shenas, but his objection to that was a statement in the resolution indicating there was no pub- lic nuisance at the time the resolution was approved. Motion to place on agenda It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded for future meeting by Councilman Egdahl that this matter be placed on the agenda for a future meeting. Motion fails The motion failed by the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilman Hyde NOES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hamilton Absent: Councilman Hobel Motion to bring back resolution It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously car- ried that a resolution be brought back rescinding the former resolution regarding the public nuisance of this wall. Mr. Shenas requested that the new resolu- tion not have any statement in it stating that there was a public nuisance; it has been cleared up, and therefore, the Council is now rescinding it. Kathryn Moore Mrs. Moore discussed the proposed shipyard 1134 Tobias on the tidelands, and the many questions South Bay Citizens Planning Committee that would have to be answered before approval could be given. An environmental impact statement would have to be made by the Army Corps of Engineers, since the site would involve federal funds because of the deep water dredging. Mrs. Moore summarized her statement by a question -- ''wouldn't it be better for them (National Steel) to locate somewhere else?" Mrs. Marian Williams Mrs. Williams requested permission to hold 673 Fourth Avenue an Art Mart on the lawn on the northeast National City Art Association corner of Fourth Avenue and F Street on September 15 and 16, 1972, beginning at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motion to grant request It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to staff, and if the Art Association meets all the requirements, the request be granted. - 2 - DETERMINATION REGARDING BAYFRONT Assistant Director of Planning Williams STUDY LAND USE OPTIONS explained that the public hearing on this matter was closed at the meeting of July 19, 1972. He stated that the Director and ~he Port Planning Director met with representatives of National Steel and Shipbuilding Corapany, at which time National Steel agreed to pro- pose alternate site layouts and locations. Mr. Williams noted the layouts as submitted by National Steel. It was noted that the Port District has endorsed Option A with the qualification that the northerly portion be reserved for marine-oriented industrial use; reser- vations were stated about residential use. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Option A be adopted as modified. Mr. Williams showed the alternate sites for the proposed shipyard, indicating it would be the staff's recommendation that the site be located on the tidelands west of Rohr. Port District's position Mr. Robert Can~pbell, Port Commissioner, stated that the proposal of National Steel has not been brought before the Commission. All they have is a letter from National Steel stating their desire for a site in the tidelands area of the South Bay. Tomorrow night (August 16, 1972) the Port District will hold its second hearing on the bayfront study, and this will be dis- cussed. Letter from John V. Banks, City Clerk Fulasz read a letter from Mr. National Steel and Shipbuilding John V. Banks, Executive Vice President, National Steel and Shipbuilding Company. He stated that the site on the northerly location of the Plan is the preferred location for the shipyard; however, they would accept the location on the side of Rohr Corporation provided assurances are given them by October 1, 1972, that deep water will be available, or that the northerly location is assured should deep water not be made available to the Rohr site. Mr. Ken Wood, Attorney Mr. Wood stated he is representing National 501 "H" Street Steel. He referred to the date of October 1, 1972, in which National Steel would like assurances of the deep water availability, indicating this time was necessary for National Steel to work with the City and the Port on this matter. The actual date of construction would be three to four years off. Mr. Jack Anthony Mr. Anthony stated he talked to Mrs. Reese Chief Manufacturing Engineer of the Army Corps of Engineers and she did National Steel and Shipbuilding not attempt to minimize the filling and dredging beyond the pierhead line. This is a line established in the South Bay by direction of the Port. If they obtained the Port's permission, they could probably fill beyond the pierhead line provided it is subject to an environmental impact statement and it did not interfere with any traffic in the area. - 3 - Mr. Robert McGuiness, Attorney Mr. McGuiness, representing Sante Fe Land 1700 Bank of California Plaza Improvement Company, referred to their pre- San Diego sentation made at a previous meeting. He added that the remarks made tonight regarding the channel and the importance of that in the develop- ment of this property cover a great deal of what they were prepared to offer to the Council tonight. Residential development Mr. Williams, in answer to Councilman Egdahl's inquiry, explained that during consideration of the preliminary report, the Planning Commission indicated that the residential development in the area should basically be very limited. Petition noted City Clerk Fulasz read a petitionj with 217 signatures, favoring a location for the shipyard industry. Letter from Richard Kau City Clerk Fulasz read a letter from Mr. Kau Candidate for Congress stating that if he is elected to Congress in November, he will do his utmost to obtain funds for any dredging of San Diego Bay necessary for the shipbuilding operation. Mayor Hamilton's comments ~4ayor Hamilton noted the importance of having an industrial base in the City, and the Council's commitment in providing recreational and open space, as much as possible. He stated he would favor the plan placing the shipbuilding facility west of Rohr; this would still allow usage of the boat launching facility. If adopted, there will have to be a concerted effort by all parties involved to get the appropriate steps to have the channel dredged, and the impact studies made. The marina could be located northerly. ReQuest for bond from Mr. Miller suggested the Council request National Steel National Steel to put up a bond to secure the option as presented. Council discussion The Councilmen expressed their agreement with the Plan as supported by the Mayor. Alternate site at north end Mayor Hamilton commented that if it could be of Plan proven that deep water could not go down to the area (west of Rohr), then another site would have to be considered. At this time, he is not prepared to designate the alternate site. Marina Councilman Egdahl referred to the Port District's stand that the northwest corner of the Plan must be for marine-oriented industry. If Option A is adopted (shipyard west of Rohr), then the possibility of any marina in Chula Vista is eliminated~ unless the Council is willing to give up the waterfront area that the citizens of the community can use for beach and parks. Mayor Hamilton felt the Port District would ~ave to look at this in a different light, if this Council adopts this proposal. - 4 - Councilman Egdahl's comments Councilman Egdahl felt the waterfront area should be used by all citizens of the community - for park lands and beach areas. The balance of the area would have to help carry the financial load for that type of development and the marshland. His objection to residential development is that it does not provide for that type of funds. City Manager's comments City Manager Thomson discussed the fact that an industrial tax base would be a requisite in supporting a park-open space recreational development for this area. He questioned what the consultant's action will be if the Council and Port District disagreed on terms of direction. Mr. Williams stated that, according to the contract, the consultant must "prepare a final report based upon selection of an option." Councilman Scott asked what legal means are available to secure the lands so that the development can be done at one time, by one developer. Mr. Williams explained that the consultants will include this means in their final report. Motion for adoption of It was moved by Mayor Hamilton.and seconded Option A by Councilman Scott that the Council adopt and recommend to the consultants the Plan that has been shown tonight (Option A with shipyard site to be located west of Rohr) taking into consideration the comments made by each Council- man regarding this Plan. Bud Wilson Mr. Wilson claimed this is not the "J" Street 614 Melrose Avenue site; in effect, it is a site from "G" Street to "I" Street. It would be his suggestion that the Council consider the shipyard site at the "J" Street extension, next to the boat launching facility. Council discussion Council discussion revolved around the one-half million dollars spent on the boat launching facility. Councilman Scott commented that this was the basis for his reluctance on the "J" Street area, but if the Port District feels this would be a viable location, then he would strongly consider it. Motion amended It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the Council prefers the location for the National Steel and Shipbuilding operation to be south of "G" Street, or some other site to the south of "G" Street. Recess A recess was called at 8:36 p.m., and the meeting reconvened at 8:55 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED) Assistant Director of Planning Williams explained CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT that the hearing was continued for staff clari- TO ZONING ORDINANCE fication of the fee requirement. It has now RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE been determined that the majority of the condi- PROCEDURE FOR USES PERMITTED tional use permits would be heard by the IN THE FLOOD PLAIN RESTRICTIVE Zoning Administrator rather than the Planning DISTRICT Commission, which means the fee would be $35 instead of $85. - 5 - Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hamilton opened the public hearing. Public hearing closed There being no comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Councilman Scott discussed the fact that the flood plain zoning was an extremely sensitive one and he would be reluctant to make this an administrative decision. The entire community is interested in what happens in the flood plain. He feels the Council is the proper body to handle these matters, and the application should go to the Planning Com- mission at an open hearing. ORDINANCE - It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this AMENDING SECTIONS 33.601A AND ordinance be placed on its first reading 33.1302 B OF THE CHULA VISTA and that reading of the text be waived by CITY CODE, REVISING THE ADMINIS- unanimous consent. TRATIVE PROCEDURE FOR USES PER- MITTED IN THE FLOOD PLAIN The motion failed by the following vote, RESTRICTIVE DISTRICT - FIRST to-wit: READING Ayes: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl NOES: Councilmen Scott, Hamilton Motion fails Absent: Councilman Hobel ORDINANCE NO. 1411 - City Manager Thomson stated he is recom- SETTING TAX RATE FOR FISCAL mending a tax rate increase of one cent YEAR 1972-73 - FIRST READING calling for a total City tax rate of AND ADOPTION $1.46 per $100 of assessed valuation. Mr. Thomson delineated his recommendations as to the dollar amounts in the approved 1972-73 budget: (1) deletion of bookmobile; (2) provision of reserve level for cash flow demands; (3) provision for emergency operating reserve purposes; (4) reserve for appropriation for the Parks-in-Cities Grants program, and (5) no surplus for unscheduled and/or non-specific projects. Mr. Thomson reported that the estimated assessed valuation came in lower than estimated; utility tax revenue estimate was affected by a recent court decision; and SB 9 reduced the revenue subject to SB 325. Council discussion Councilman Scott noted the preliminary budget was based upon $1.50 for $100 of assessed tax base. He asked if the $1.50 would be a better figure in order to provide the necessary additional back-up funds, rather than the $1.46. City Manager Thomson explained the funds available, indicating that he felt there would be sufficient back-up funds with the $1.46 rate. Councilman Hyde asked if $19,000 could be absorbed somewhere in the operations budget to justify not increasing the tax rate by one cent. Mr. Thomson commented that in the course of a year, there are places whereby money can be saved: trips, programs, turnover of employees, etc. If the Council desires to leave the tax rate at $1.4S, this can be done. - 6 - Motion to establish tax rate It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the tax rate be set at $1.45, the present rate, based on the recommendations of the City ~4anager, which include~the elimination of the bookmobile, and secondly, that in January, a report be submitted to the City Council on the matter of whether or not reinstatement of the bookmobile could be favorably recommended at that time. City Manager Thomson explained that if the tax rate is decreased by one cent, this would be reflected in the General Fund levy, making this $.55 instead of $.56. Ordinance placed on first reading It was moved by Councilman Scott that this and adopted ordinance be placed on its reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. Motion carries The ordinance was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel ORDINANCE - At the meeting of July 18, 1972, the City AMENDING ZONING MAPS Council approved prezoning to R-1 for this ESTABLISHED BY SECTION subject property, and referred the matter 33.401 OF THE CHULA VISTA back to the Planning Commission for a CITY CODE PREZONING THE report. HOLDERNESS J STREET ANNEXATION TO R-1 - The Planning Commission reiterated its FIRST READING previous recommendation, and stated that if the Council desires to prezone the property R-l, that the "P" designation be attached with the condition that the majority of the canyon area on the southern part of the 40 acres be retained as open space. It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that the "P" designation not be attached and the developer advised that his subdivision map must provide the best possible transition into the southerly canyon. If it is determined that a neighborhood park should be reserved on any of the property, it would be acquired by the City with park fees and other City revenue. Ordinance placed on first It was moved by Mayor Hamilton that this reading ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. Council discussion Councilman Scott noted that if the area was prezoned and annexed at this time, develop- ment would take place immediately. Councilman Hyde indicated that the develop- ment should not take place until the Hill- side Development Ordinance is adopted. "P" designation City Attorney Lindberg discussed the "P" designation. He felt it was not appro- priate to this type of situation - this is a substantial area where the Council is initially telling the developer that he can develop the property with the standard R-1 regulations. It would be difficult to implement a precise plan relative to location of individual dwelling units. Control of the design of the subdivision, and dedication of open space locations can be required. Motion to place ordinance on The motion failed by the following vote, first reading fails to-wit: Ayes: Mayor Hamilton NOES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Absent: Councilman Hobel Annexation of property City Attorney Lindberg indicated that the annexation would come into the City under the present County zoning, tte understood, however, that the annexation was condi- tioned upon the zoning, and if this does not transpire, the owner would not annex at this time. Mr. Lindberg stated he would contact the representative of the property owner about this. ORDINANCE NO. 1412 - In a report to the Council, City Attorney AMENDING SECTION 23.1 OF THE Lindberg explained that the Laborers CHULA VISTA CITY CODE, AS International Union has recently sued the AMENDED, BY ADDING THERETO City for violation of inter alia the 1964 CERTAIN PROVISIONS RELATING Civil Rights Act. The section of the TO THE REQUIREMENT OF Code referred to is the requirement SPECIAL PLUMBER CERTIFICATION that a plumber must be certified in - FIRST READING addition to being licensed. The Director of Building and Housing indicated that the certification is never required - the plumber must merely be licensed by the State. This ordinance amends the section of the Code to stipulate that the certification is not needed. Ordinance placed on first It was moved by Councilman Scott that this reading ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilman Scott, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobe] RESOLUTION NO. 65S7 - Director of Finance Grant requested that TRANSFER OF FUNDS - CASH the amount of $235,456 in the Cash Basis BASIS FUND TO GENERAL FUND Fund be transferred to the General Fund in order to finance the operations of the City. Mr. Grant commented that the period of July 1 to December 31 is a critical period since it is the time when ad valorem property taxes are collected by the County and not received until late in December. The amount transferred will be returned by June 30, 1973. - 8 - Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of tke text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Hamilton Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Hobel RESOLUTION NO. 6558 - Resolution No. 1882, Section 6, requires AMEN~ 1972-73 FISCAL BUDGET Council approval for transfers between - BOARDS AND CO~IISSIONS Funds. It is requested that Activity and Fund numbers for Boards and Commis- sions 01-1110, 12-1110, 14-1110, 15-1110, and 21-1110 be redistributed in order to facilitate accounting procedures. The transfers do not exceed the originally appropriated amount for the Commissions. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel RESOLUTION NO. 6559 - Director of Public Works Cole reported that APPROVING FINAL MAP OF the developer wished to modify a condition RESUBDIVISION OF BRANDY- within the subdivision changing carports WINE SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 2 from individual ownership to ownership and maintenance by the Homeowners Association. This modification requires another record map. The final map of resubdivision has been checked by the Engineering Division and found to conform with the final map. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel RESOLUTION NO. 6560 - Director of Public Works Cole explained DEDICATING PREVIOUSLY ACCEPTED that the easement for an alley north of PROPERTY AS A PUBLIC ALLEY E Street between Glover and Garrett Avenues was accepted by Council Resolu- tion No. 1280 on November 13, 1951; however, the action did not dedicate the alley for public use. In order to clarify the status of the alley for maintenance purposes, it is recommended that the Council formally dedicate the alley for public use. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel - 9 - RESOLUTION NO. 6561 - In a report to the Council, Director of APPROVING COOPERATIVE IMPROVE- Public Works Cole explained the details of MENT AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF the agreement approved on May 12, 1970. SAN DIEGO FOR CONSTRUCTION OF On May 16, 1972, the Council approved the H STREET FROM HILLTOP DRIVE first amendment extending the agreement TO 1-805 FREEWAY for one additional year with the expira- tion date to be June 3, 1973. This agree- ment expired and became null and void before the Board of Supervisors could act on it; it became necessary, therefore, to draft a new agreement. Mr. Cole detailed the revisions to the original agreement, and asked for Council approval. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel RESOLUTION NO. 6562 - This resolution urges the County Board of URGING THE BOARD OF SUPER- Supervisors to oppose any deviation from VISORS TO SUPPORT RESTRICTION the original concept of the Sweetwater OF THE PROPOSED SWEETWATER River Flood Control Channel and to limit RIVER FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL its eastern extremis to Interstate 805. City Attorney Lindberg reported that the Board of Supervisors continued this matter this morning for three weeks at the request of the City of National City. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman ltobel RESOLUTION NO. 6563 - This resolution reflects Council action APPROVING DEFERRAL OF UNDER- taken at the meeting of August 8, 1972. GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS FOR The request for a waiver of undergrounding CONTINENTAL IPARTMENTS utilities is denied, provided however SUBDIVISION that said requirement may be deferred to the appropriate time in the future when said undergrounding becomes both feasible and practical. The subdivider shall pro- vide, prior to approval of final map, an agreement insuring the undergrounding of service lines concurrent with the development of the new office building to be located on the west side of Fourth Avenue, opposite the proposed subdivision. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman ltyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel - 10 - RESOLUTION NO. 6564 - City Attorney Lindberg submitted a report INTENTION OF CITY OF e×plaining the proposed amendments as CHULA VISTA TO AMEND requested by Council: (1) increase in MISSION CABLE T.V. franchise fee to 3%; (2) inclusion of FRANCHISE performance standards; (3) requirements for technical capabilities of the system such as increased channel capabilities and reservation of channels for governmental and educational use. Mr. Lindberg added that the matter is being set for public hearing on September 5; however, full expansion of the latest FCC rules as well as certification by the FCC of the Mission Cable T.V., allowing for expansion of their service, has not been received. A hearing has been set by the FCC for August 15, and certification may be obtained then. 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, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Hobel DECISION ON ACTION TO BE See pages 1 and 2 for comments regarding TAKEN ON LIGHTING AT this item. WHISPERING TREES BONITA RESOLUTION - Assistant Director of Planning Williams, in REQUESTING SAN DIEGO COUNTY a report to the Council, stated that the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO RECOGNIZE staff has just completed a map of the THOSE COUNTY AREAS BORDERING THE potential sphere of influence based on existing CITY OF CHULA VISTA WHICH WOULD political jurisdictions, natural features, BE CONSIDERED TO BE WITHIN THE and manmade barriers. They would recommend, SPHERE OF INFLUENCE however, that this resolution not be sent to the Board at this time, but that a complete proposal be prepared to be sent to all concerned agencies (adjoining cities, County and LAFCO). These agencies should recognize the sphere and concurrently adopted the same policies to be following in that sphere. Motion for postponement It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Co6ncilman Egdahl that the staff's recommendation be accepted and this matter be held off until all facts are submitted to the Council. Councilman Hyde spoke against the motion indicating the purpose of the resolution is to try to get some action from the Board of Supervisors concerning the County and this City, only such as location of parks, in-lieu fee collections, signs, zoning, building standards, traffic problems, etc. Councilman Scott felt this was not the appropriate time to approach the Board of Supervisors on the sphere of influence especially with the CPO question unresolved. - 11 - Motion carries The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hamilton, Egdahl Noes: Councilman Hyde Absent: Councilman Hobel Mayor Hamilton directed the staff to bring the report back to the Council sometime after the November election and the first of the year. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Thomson indicated he would have three reports ready for the Council at the next meeting, among them being the ambulance service and post office status. SPORTS ARENA Councilman Scott inquired about the location of a sports arena in the City. Mayor Hamilton explained he wrote to Dr. Bloom stating the Council would work with him on any plans for an arena. CO~glUNITY RECOGNITION AWARDS Councilman Hyde asked for Council's direction on the type of award to be presented to the recipients at the Awards dinner. He had suggested: (1) certifi- cate from Mayor; (2) pin; and (S) desk set with appropriate inscription. These items were not to exceed $20. Councilman Scott suggested a tile plaque. Mayor Hamilton asked for one more week's consideration of the request. FIESTA DE LA LUNA Councilman Scott made reference to the memo received from the Mayor concerning participation in the Fiesta de la Luna. Mayor Hamilton explained this memo asked the members of the Council to grow beards in order to get into the "spirit of the Fiesta." Any member of the Council wishing to do this could perhaps challenge the staff members in this respect. WRITTEN CO~gtUNICATIONS Request for permission to Mr. Marasso om~s a hawk and states he has keep wild animal - a Falconry license. He has recently been Mark Marasso, 1629 Dartmouth Street informed that keeping the hawk was against the City animal regulations and he was given twenty-four hours to get rid of it. He is now appealing to the Council for permission to keep the bird. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the staff. Councilman Scott explained his motion stating he is seeking information as to what the problems are in keeping this hawk at this particular location. 12 - ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Freddy L. Allen Mr. Allen stated he is the owner of the 10106 Del Rio Road San Diego Economy Bus firm, and noted the Spring Valley franchises he holds in this area. At one time San Diego Transit was willing to purchase his bus firm and give him a good job; however, this offer fell through. Mr. Allen noted the 25¢ rate and the $10.00 pass recently incorporated by San Diego Transit and declared that they have now infringed on his bus system in six different areas. Mr. Allen noted the federal funds obtained by San Diego Transit and remarked that in order to get these funds, you cannot infringe on another person's territory. He requested that the City Council with- hold any money to the Transit System, until such time as he can come to an agreement with them. Mayor Hamilton explained that the Council does not have anything to do with the routes set up by the San Diego Transit system and the budget as adopted by the Council, does not allow any money to be allocated to San Diego Transit in the City of Chula Vista for this fiscal year. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 10:38 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 22, 1972, at 7 p.m. '' ' City Clerk - 13-