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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1972/04/25 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. April 25, 1972 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, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Absent: None Also present: City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, Director of Public Works Cole, Director of Planning Warren PUBLIC MEETING - CITY Port Commissioners present were: Miles D. COUNCIL AND SAN DIEGO Bowler, Chairman; Dudley D. Williams, UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT - Vice-Chairman; C. R. Campbell, Secretary; BAYPRONT STUDY BY Milton Fredman, Lorenz H. Ruehle and SEDWAY/COOKE Walter A. Vestal, Commissioners. Also present: Fred Trull, Director of Planning; Don Nay, Port Director; Tom Cooke and Dr. Claude Gruen, consultants Option 1 Mr. Tom Cooke made the presentation by submitting a map of the area depicting the different uses as proposed under Options 1, 2 and 3. Option 1 would feature hotels, motels, a residential area, industry and a recreational park. Mr. Cooke noted the configuration of a new marina on this plan, commenting that it would be highly unlikely to be developed unless the second entrance to the Bay was formalized. Dr. Gruen gave statistical figures on the implementation of this plan indicating the figures were not to be taken as factual and precise at this time. Option 2 Mr. Cooke noted the changes on the map that would take place under this Option, com- menting in general on the u~s along the flood control channel. There will be pro- posed a railroad spur running alongside this project to service this area. Dr. Gruen noted the costs and ~venues that would be realized under this Option, de- claring that, from an economical point of view, he is not enthusiastic over this plan. Option 3 Mr. Cooke delineated the changes in this Option noting that it would be primarily one of industrial zoning. Dr. Gruen indicated this Option would definitely be a feasible one, from the point of the developer; however, the revenues to the City under this Option would be less than those of the other two Options. This plan would take many years to develop. Implementation of Options Mr. Cooke offered the following alternatives for implementing any one of these Options: 1. Prepare a Specific Plan. Under the State Planning Law a city may prepare a plan which is more specific than a zoning ordinance. Uses, location of buildings, designs and conditions can be put down on a map and in written form. They feel this is a reasonable way to ap- proach a plan. 2. Use a redevelopment approach. This can be done with the cooperation of the property owners. Under State Law, the City can use Tax Increment Financing. Under the redevelopment project, the City collects the taxes which are being collected on that property at that point of time. Any increase in taxes due to the redevelopment can be used to pay the redevelopment costs or portions of it. Mr. Cooke added that this would be an ideal way to finance major parks and improvements. Establish a small tax assessment district - a recreation district for those properties benefitting from this waterfront improvement. There is also a good possibility, under this open space plan, to achieve federal open space funds. 4. Some Port revenues might be diverted to providing some of the small park facili- ties which relate to the adjoining uses. S. If there is widespread public support, then a bond election is another possi- bility to look into. Maintenance of open spaces The long-term maintenance of these parks is another problem. This is where Option 1 has the advantage, since under this Plan, there will be sales tax, hotel tax and property tax base to operate from. Mr. Cooke noted the several small pieces of property along the freeway. He felt very careful control should be had over these. These should be limited to commercial uses oriented toward the freeway traffic, such as restaurants, service stBtions and that type of facility. Feasibility of Options Commissioner Fredman noted that the only economically feasible Option would be No. 1. No. 2 is based on a terminal facility at the end of the industrial area, and the Port District has no plans, or desire, to develop an additional terminal facility here. Dr. Gruen commented that Option 3 would still be a viable plan; however, it would be a very slow development which would take many, many years. Copies of Plans Mayor Hamilton asked that copies of the plans and map be sent to each Councilman and Commissioner. Mr. Cooke indicated this would be done, along with a summary of his comments. -2 - Motion to refer to staff - Council It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that this report be referred to the staff with a request that they bring back a recom- mendation as to how to proceed from this point. Motion to refer to staff - It was moved by Commissioner Fredman, Port Commissioners seconded by Secretary Campbell and unani- mously carried that the report be referred to staff with a request that they bring back a recommendation as to how to proceed from this point. Final report Mr. Cooke commented that the final report would be ready in approximately five weeks. Commissioner Fredman suggested that the reports be given to the Council and Commissioners in advance of any further joint meetings. Mayor Hamilton indicated that there should be time to have staff conferences, set it for public he,ring for the people in the commu- nity, forward this information to the con- sultants and then the consultants can prepare the final draft. Therefore, it would be more than five weeks. Councilman Hyde asked the staff to prepare a time table on this matter. Recess A recess was called at 7:1S p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 7:30 p.m. 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 Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meetings of April 12 and 18, 1972 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST Mayor Hamilton introduced Mrs. Dorothy CO}~qlSSIONER Rudolph, member of the Planning Commission, as guest commissioner for this meeting. RESOLUTIONS COb~IENDING Mayor Hamilton presented each of these CITIZENS FOR ATTENDANCE citizens with a resolution commending AT ALL SESSIONS OF THE them for their participation and interest COURSE IN CITY GOVERNMENT in civic matters. NO. 6404 - RALPH SENIOR NO. 6405 - FREDERICK A. R. DREW NO. 6406 - SHIRLEY HOLDEN NO. 6407 - CLARENCE E. KNIGHT NO. 6408 - DOROTHEA POGUE Resolutions 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, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None - 3 - ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Clarence Knight Mr. Knight made reference to the pedestrian 117 Jefferson crossing at "E" and Jefferson. The Council accepted the report of the Director of Public Works on this item at the meeting of January 2S, 1972, in which he explained that the staff was working on proposals for the beautifica- tion of "E" Street from Interstate S to Broadway which will include center island landscaping. In view of this, alternatives for a pedestrian crossing may be available at a later date. Mr. Knight asked when this would be available. Mr. Cole indicated that the report could be finalized in two weeks. Mayor Hamilton directed the City Clerk to notify Mr. Knight when this report will be ready for Council. Frederick A. R. Drew Mr. Drew commented on the sparce attendance 1275 Banner Drive at the aessions of the Course in City Government, and suggested more publicity be given this in the future. Request to close street Director of Public Works Cole stated that he received a request from M. H. Cook Pipeline Construction Company to close off Fifth Avenue between "J" and "K" Streets, starting May i, 1972, for a period of four to five days to install a 24-inch gas line for the San Diego Gas and Electric Company. There will be a detour from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, emergency vehicles will be able to pass, and residents along the street will have an accessible route. The contractor will notify the property owners involved. Motion to approve It was moved by Cotmcilman Scott, seconded by Counci,lman Hobel and unanimously carried that permission be given to close Fifth Avenue, between "J" and "K" Streets for a period of four or five days beginning on May 1, 1972 for the purpose of having a gas line installed. PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED) - At the public hearing held on March 28, 1972, CONSIDERATION OF OPEN SPACE certain changes were proposed in the Ordinance. DISTRICT PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE The hearing was then continued to this date. OF 1972 City Attorney Lindberg stated that the in- corporatimn of the proposed changes into the new ordinance has not been completed. He requested a continuance of thirty days. Continuance granted It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be continued for thirty days, or until the meeting of May 25, 1972. ORDINANCE - (Continued until the meeting of May 23, 1972.) ESTABLISHING OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE - FIRST READING - 4 - PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED) - This request is for a change of zone from CONSIDERATION OE CHANGE OE I-L to R-$ for approximately four acres of ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON property located on the east side of Albany THE EAST SIDE OF ALBANY Avenue between Tremont and Montgomery Street~. AVENUE BETWEEN TREMONT AND This property is adjacent to an elementary MONTGOMERY STREETS school site and the City Council has author- ized condemnation for acquisition as a neighborhood park. This hearing was continued from the meeting of March 21, 1972, as the City is awaiting a final decision on a federal grant and cur- rently negotiating to buy this property for a park. City Manager Thomson requested that this matter be continued for an additional thirty days to provide time for negotia- tions to be completed. Continuance granted It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that this hearing be continued for thirty days, or until May 25, 1972. ORDINANCE - (Continued until meeting of May 23, 1972) REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF ALBANY AVENUE BETWEEN TREMONT AND MONTGOMERY STREETS FROM I-L TO R-1 - FIRST READING PUBLIC HEARING - Associate Planner Lee explained that the CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT City Council had requested the staff to TO SIGN PROVISIONS IN conduct a detailed study of the sign ZONING ORDINANCE FOR problems in the R-3 and C-0 zones since R-$ AND C-O ZONES the original draft submitted by tho staff would have permitted freestanding signs in both the R-3 and C-O zones. In the less restrictive zones, Planning Commission approval would have to be obtained prior to erecting any of these signs. Mr. Lee indicated that the study is now complete and that it is the staff's opinion that a proposed ordinance chamge is in order to provide for some ground signs in the C-0 zone as well as a reduction in the free- standing signs in the R-$ zones. A slide presentation was shown by Mr. Lee showing various signs in both of these zones. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was opened. Speaking in opposition Speaking against the proposal for the R-3 zone were dean Campbell, 525 Third Avenue, and Wes Goodvin, 56] Third Avenue. Mrs. Campbell agreed that some of the signs are large and should be scaled down; however, the sign should read the name of the building, address and the number of bedrooms, furnished or unfurnished. She requested more time to study the ordinance and submit recommendations to the staff. - 5 - Mr. Goodvin asked that the letter from the Bo~rd of Realtors be read. City Clerk Fulasz read this letter into the record in which they recommended that freestanding pole signs be allowed and that they be the same size as the proposed wall signs. Also that all existing signs in the C-0 zone be al- lowed to remain until such time as the existing signs are no longer used for their current purpose. They further request that that portion of the proposed ordinance re- lating to real estate signs be stricken or reworded to remove the restrictions on Riders, and to allow larger signs as needed on vacant land. In opposition to the proposal for the C-0 zones were Dick Schuller, S49 Third Avenue; Fran Burger, Pacific Sign Construction Company; Helen Gregory, 676 Third Avenue; Don Ritchie, 92 "F" Street; Wes Goodvin, S61 Third Avenue; John Sipula, 268 Shasta Street; Jim Patten, S80 Third Avenue; Jim Lay, S76 Third Avenue; Bob Berry, 410 "H" Street. They stated their objections were: (1) freestanding signs are a necessity in order for people to locate their businesses; (2) C-0 was imposed upon these businesses - their zone should be the same as that across the street (C-C); (3) size of freestanding signs to be allowed is "ridiculous"; should be the same size as that allowed in the C-C or C-T zone; (4) the proposed sign is so small that planting any shrubbery or land- scaping around it would hide the sign; (5) freestanding pole signs be allowed and the size should be similar to that of a wall sign; (6) existing signs should be allowed, and the ordinance applied only to the new businesses; (7) if the signs are forced to come down, give them a longer amortization period, such as 1S years, or just an indefinite period of time; (8) the prime intent of the signs should be one of identification and not adver- tising, and the ground or wall sign should be adequate in size to identify the business; (9) 25% of the people buying homes are the new clientele that see the sign of the busi- ness and stop in; (10) people in the area have not been "signed out"; they have been "zoned out"; (11) the location of the building on the premise should dictate the type and size of the sign to go in. Mr. Sipula questioned why the May Burns Realty sign on Third Avenue was forced to be taken down, and what alternative she has in this situation. Mrs. Jean Campbell explained that the sign had to be taken down because Mrs. Burns inactivated her real estate license. Recess A recess was called at 9:15 a.m. and the meeting reconvened at 9:32 p.m. Motion to continue for It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded thirty days by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the public hearing be continued for thirty days to give all staff time to dis- cuss the problems with the people who testified. When the hearing is reopened (meeting of May 2~ 1972) only new testimony to be allowed. ORDINANCE - (Continued to meeting of May 23, 1972) AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGN PROVISIONS IN TH~ R-3 AND C-O ZONES - FIRST READING PUBLIC HEARING - Director of Planning Warren explained that CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE the Planning Commission initiated a public OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY AT hearing to consider rezoning two parcels 589-595 VANCE STREET of land located on the north side of Vance FROM R-2 TO C-O AND CHANGE Street, 65 feet east of Broadway. As part IN FRONT SETBACK FROM 0 TO of the Phase III Citywide rezoning program 10 FEET this parcel was rezoned from C-T to R-2; however, these two parcels have existing commercial uses in operation. The Planning Commission recommends that these parcels bo rezoned to C-0 and any request for expansion of the nonconforming use, or substitution of another use, would require the approval of the Planning Commi- sion. Consideration of other zones Councilman Scott asked if any consideration was given to zoning the parcels C-O-P. Councilman Hyde spoke in favor of C-T-P. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hamilton opened the public hearing. Dwight Cove Mr. Cove explained that he purchased the 283 "G" Street property when it was zoned C-T. He put in parking and landscaping in accordance with the Planning ~taff's direction. Me did not receive a notice of the zone change since he was not listed as the owner of the property at that time. Mr. Cove asked that the zoning remain as a business zone. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. ORDINANCE - It was moved by Councilman Hyde that the REZONING PROPERTY AT request of the zone change to C-0 be denied. 589-S95 VANCE STREET This action to be sent to the Planning FROM R-2 TO C-O AND Commission with the Council's recommenda- CHANGING FRONT SETBACK tion that the Commission initiate action FROM 0 TO 10 FEET to rezone the property C-T-P. Councilman Hobel seconded the motion. Director of Planning Warren requested that the staff be allowed time to pursue options on the zoning and bring this back to Council. Motion rephrased Councilman Hyde rephrased his motion to state that the rezon~ng be denied. No second to motion The motion, as rephrased, died for lack of a second. Motion to defer for two It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded weeks by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the ordinance be deferred for two weeks so that the staff can advise the Co~mcil on the options. - 7 - RESOLUTION NO. 6409 This resolution supports Assemblyman Wadie SUPPORTING AB 584 PERTAINING Deddeh's bill which would delete a portion TO DELETION OF SOUTH PORTION of Route 125, south of Route 54 interchange OF FREEWAY ROUTE 125 to the junction of State Highway 75, east of San Ysidro. Ernest Arnold Mr. Arnold asked the Council to delay any 897 Beech Street action on this Bill or to table it entirely. He felt the action was premature and discussed plans for the expansion of Brown Field and for a second can~ous in the area for South- western College. Councilman Scott noted that the Council based its recommendation at the last meeting not only on the testimony given by Mr. Leo Perkins, aide to Assemblyman Deddeh, but also from the reports submitted by the Director of Planning and the Director of Public Works. 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, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6410 In a written report to the Council, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH Director of Public Works Cole explained that SWEETWATER CO~4UNITY President Chester S. DeVote of Southwestern COLLEGE DISTRICT FOR College indicated the desire of the college "H" STREET ~NTRANCES district to formalize the intent of the agreement and deed of dedication for "H" Street right of way granted to the City by the College in regard to the entrances to "H" Street from the College ca~rpus. 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, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6411 Riley J. Lively of Lively Construction has GRANTING PERMISSION TO made application for authorization to con- CONSTRUCT AN EXCESS strnct an alley-type driveway approach on WIDTH DRIVEWAY AT "C" Street in excess of the width limita- 465 "C" STREET tions imposed by Section 27.408 of Ordinance No. 1205. The proposed driveway will have a 2S-foot width throat with alley-type returns, necessitating a 4S-foot curb opening. Director of Public Works Cole stated that the use of the excess width alley-type ap- proach is justified in view of anticipated traffic density along "C" Street. 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, Hyde Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6412 This agreement provides for the construction APPROVING JOINT POWERS of a portion of this street from Third Avenue AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY to Hilltop Drive. The City will perform FOR PALO~iAR STREET the engineering, inspection and contract WIDENING, THIRD AVENUE management. The County will pay for its TO HILLTOP DRIVE - GAS share of the cost in accordance with the TAX PROJECT NO. 1S2 present City-County boundary, with the exception of right of way. The estimated cost of the total project is $54,000, with the City's portion amounting to approxi- mately 87%, or $47,000. 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, Hyde Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None R~SOLUTION ;~PROVING Associate Planner Lee submitted a plat of PRECISE PLAN FOR the area, explaining that in December, 1969, DEVELOPMENT OF LOT the Council approved rezoning for the south AT SOUTHWEST CORNER side of "H" Street, extending 367 feet OF FOURTH AVENUE westerly from Fourth Avenue, from R-2 and AND "H" STREET R-5 to C-0 with the provision that the zoning would not become effective until a parcel map and/or a precise plan was approved by the City consolidating all or some of the lots in a manner which would assure sound commercial office development. Balboa Bank has submitted a proposal which would consolidate five of the parcels into one lot totalling approximately one acre. The Planning Commission recommends approval of the precise plan. Councilman Egdahl questioned the legality of making a left turn off "H" Street onto this property, Referred to Safety Commission It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the circulation pattern of this proposed development be investigated by the Safety Commission for report back to the Council. RESOLUTION NO. 6415 Director of Planning Warren submitted the APPROVING TENTATIVE tentative map. explaining that Alli4d MAP OF SOUTHWESTERN Contractors, Inc. has filed this map for COLLEGE ESTATES UNITS 189 single family lots on 48-1/2 acres east 8 AND 9 of Rutgers and north of Unit 7. This sub- division will complete the development of Allied Contractors' present ownership with the exception of some limited acreage of land near the intersection of Rutgers and "H" Street extension. Director Warren explained the proposed development, noting that 50% of the lots will be under 7,000 square feet; however, none are under 6,000 square feet. He added that to avoid any pmssible problems con- cerning usable lot widths, it would be advisable to require a minimum width of level area of S0 feet for all lots excluding the rear 20 feet and front setback, The Planning Commission recommends 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, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. ~14 At its meeting of April 11, 1972, the AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OP Council appropriated $31,840 for the pro- EIGHT POLICE VEHICLES curement of eight police vehicles. Of concern was the question of unit bids regarding LPG and air conditioning. Purchasing Agent Espinosa reported that the vehicles will be secured via a coop- erative purchasing arrangement with the City of Los A~geles. The estimated cost for LPG per mnit is $454.00. The total cost ~r the eight vehicles would be $3,652.00. To acquire the vehicles with air conditioning only would be $25,589.08. At the present time, the Public Works Departmem~ is in the process of developing a report on LPG, and the City Manager recom- mends that approval by the Council be given for the air conditioning option at this time. Council should withhold judgment on LPG pending the report by the Public Works Department. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading (Air Conditioning Option) of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None RECOMMENDATION OF PARKING The Parking Place Commission has made a PLACE COmmISSION PERTAINING study regarding the Traf-O-Teria parking TO PARKING INVOICES AND invoices and parking citations of the City PARKING CITATIONS and are recommending that a fully enforceable citation proposal be considered by the Council. They recommend a citation pro- viding for bail in the amount of $1.00 for violation of the City Code Section 19.10.3, in lleu of the existing S0~ Traf-O-Teria invoice amount. Motion to accept recommendation It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Hamilton that the recom- mendation be accepted. Councilman Egdahl requested that this matter be referred to the City Manager for review and recommendation. Motion carried The motion to accept the recommendation carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: Councilmen Hyde and Egdahl Absent: None - 10 - RECO~iENDATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL After a recent study by the Environmental CONTROL CO~ISSION REGARDING Control Commission regarding recycling of RECYCLING OF OLD TIRES FOR old tires for use on major streets, the USE ON MAJOR STREETS Commission recommends that this process is neither environmentally sound nor economical for the City of Chula Vista to consider. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unani- mously carried that the report be accepted. ORDINANCE NO. 1394 - At the meeting of April 19, 1972, the City PREZONING APPROXIMATELY 87 Council conducted a public hearing to ACRES LOCATED SOUTH OF SAN consider prezoning to R-1 approximately DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY 87 acres of property lying between the RIGHT OF WAY AND BOUNDED ON San Diego Gas and Electric Company EAST AND WEST BY PRESENT right of way and Woodlaw~ Park and be- CITY LIMITS TO R-1 - SECOND tween Princess Manor and Loma Verde School. READING AND ADOPTION The Council approved the tentative map of Larkhaven Subdivision for most of this property and approval of the annexation request is being considered by LAFCO. Ordinance placed on It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this second reading ordinance be placed on its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The ordinance was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None REPORT ON BEVERAGE City Attorney Lindberg briefly explained CONTAINER ORDINANCE the proposed ordinance and recommended that this matter be set for a public hearing. Motion to be brought back It was moved by Councilman Eg4ahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a resolution be brought back setting this matter for a public he&ring. Also, that the Board of Supervisors and the cities in the County be made aware of the Council's action and encouraged to take a s~milar action. Councilman Hyde suggested that the referral to the Board of Supervisors and other cities be made after the Council holds the public hearing. Councilman Egdahl withdrew that portion from his motion. WATER DISTRICT FIELD TRIP Mayor Hamilton announced that the Water District will hold a three-day field trip on May 5-6-7, 1972 to the Colorado River. Any Councilman wishing to attend should notify the City Clerk. AB 452 - MANDATORY Mayor Hamilton reported that the Assembly PENSION BILL Committee on Retirement has approved AB 452 which makes mandatorily applicable to con- tracting cities the 2% at age 50 retirement formula for policemen and firemen effective July 1, 1973. - 11 - He felt this Council should oppose this measure and notify the legislators of this stand. Motion to oppose bill It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a resolution be brought back opposing AB 452 and a copy be sent to all legislators. Labor negotiations It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that as a part of this resolution, the feelings of this Council should be stated as to the legislative action making it almost mandatory to go into labor negotiations with the various employee groups. BINDING ARBITRATION FOR It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded POLICEMEN AND FIREMEN - by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried AB 206 that the Council oppose AB 206 and a copy of the resolution be sent to each of the legislator~. POLITICAL SIGNS It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the staff look into the following recommendations and report back to Council: (1) that 4 x 8 foot political signs not be allowed, but instead, a reasonably long sign be allowed, as determined by the Planning Commission; (2) that as many signs be allowed as there are offices for election -- one for each vacant seat. ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the staff look into the possibility o£ requiring only concrete driveways in new subdivisions. WATSON AMENDMENT It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously car- ried that the matter of the Watson Amendment be set for Council Conference. R~OGATION OF PARK AREA It was moved by Councilman Scott and~seconded NEXT TO ROHR SCHOOL by Councilman Hyde that the staff look into the possibility of relocating the five acre parcel between Orange Avenue and the Woodlawn Park area (discussed at the meeting of April 18, 1972) to adjoin Rohr School park. Motion carries ~lthe motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: Councilmen Hobel and Hamilton Absent: None TENNIS COURTS Councilman Scott questioned the status of the tennis courts at Southwestern College. Mr. Cole, Director of Public Works, stated it will be on the Council agenda for the next meeting for the acceptance date. - 12 - REDWOOD CITY BUS SYSTEM It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the staff contact the City of Redwood City and look into their present bus system, and report back to the Council. GOLF COURSE EXCHANGE It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the staff or the Mayor investigate the possibility of exchanging the San Diego Country Club for the Chula Vista ~unicipal Golf Course. IMPACT OF COMPREHENSIVE It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded PLANNING ORGANIZATION'S by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried PROGRAM CORE STAFF that this item be deferred for one week from the Council Conference scheduled for April 26, 1972. This item is to be scheduled for a Council Conference to be set for May S, 1972, along with the Watson Amendment and the Planned Unit Density item. BAYFRONT STUDY CONFERENCE Mayor Hamilton asked the Director of Planning to submit a time schedule for the Bayfront Study. This should include public hearings and Counui! Conferences. POLE SIGNS ALONG Councilman Egdahl observed that in the MONflLITHIC CURBS monolithic curbs, poles that carry signs are placed in a rather dangerous position, as far as people using the sidewalks are concerned. Councilman Hyde indicated that these signs should not be placed in the sidewalk areas unless there are no .other alternatives. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Request for rate increase The two cab companies are requesting a new for taxicab service - Diamond rate: that the initial rates for taxicabs Cab Company and San Diego be set at 50¢ for the first one-fifth mile; Yellow Cabs, Inc. 10¢ for each additional 1/S mile or fraction thereafter. They state that this change of rates has just been approved by the City of San Diego. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to staff for report and recommendation. REQUEST FROM BOA~O OF The Board of Supervisors has sent in a SUPERVISORS FOR ADOPTION resolution which requires environmental OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT impact statements to be prepared [or all STATE~fl~NTS public projects proposed by the County of San Diego or by a public agency governed or regulated by the County of San Diego which may have significant effect on the environment of the County of San Diego. They are requesting that all incorporated cities within the County region adopt a policy on environmental impact statements similar to that of the County. - 15 - Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to staff for report and recommendation. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 11:04 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 2, 1972, at 7:00 p.m. City Clerk - 14 -