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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1972/03/02 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Thursday - 3:30 P.M. March 2, 1972 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council was held on the above date beginning at 3:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber, Civic Center, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Absent: None Also Present: City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Lindberg JOINT MEETING WITH Mrs. Loretta Taylor~ Chairman, stated her MEMBERS OF HUMAN Commission members have the following RELATIONS COMMISSION questions regarding their duties concerning TO DISCUSS "OUR HOUSE" monitoring the operation of ~Our House": 1. What does the Council mean by monitoring? 2. How much should they do? 3. What type of report is expected? 4. Is it going to be twice a year or quarterly? 5. Do they do it by themselves or with someone else? Mayor Hamilton's Comments Mayor Hamilton indicated the Commission should explain the operation of "Our House" to the neighboring residents. Com- munication should be opened up by this Commission to these people to enable them to come in and ask questions and present their complaints. The Commission should listen, determine the validity of the complaints, and be able to help integrate the program. Mayor Hamilton suggested the Commission start by contacting the person who appealed the decision of the Planning Commission. Visits to Center Mrs. Taylor commented that all of the Commissioners will be involved in this program, at one time or another, and will make visits to the Center. Councilman Hobel's Comments Councilman Hobel remarked that because "Our House" is partially funded by the City, they are required to submit quarterly financial reports to the Council. The Commission should submit reports on the programs, relations between the people who frequent "Our House", and any resi- dential problems. Councilman Hyde's Comments Councilman Hyde felt he would also like to have the Commission note the programs conducted by "Our House" -- how successful or unsuccessful they are. If there are problem areas, the Commission should ad- vise the directors of '"Our House" on this before it comes to the Council, providing, of oourse, they are minor problems. If the Commission needs staff assistance, they will be able to get this by contact- ing the City Manager. Council Discussion Counoil discussion ensued as to the objectivity of the Human Relations Com- mission submitting these reports. -1- Dr. Douglas Giles, Human Dr. Giles, Commissioner, stated that the Relations Commission Commissioners would not lack any objec- tivity because of their verbal support of "Our House." The Commission would recog- nize the problem and submit the reports accordingly. Councilman Hyde Councilman Hyde agreed adding that if the Commission should decide that this program is a failure, it would be its responsibility to bring this decision to the Council. Councilman Hobel Councilman Hobel indicated he could foresee a "rap session" held with the residents in the area. RESTAURANT-BAR LEASE City Manager Thomson referred to his AGREemENT - CHULA VISTA written report submitted to the Council. MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE He briefly stated that Mr. Dick Agee, the lessee, is having problems regarding meeting the requirements of the lease and would speak to the Council on this. Mr. Dick Agee, The Glenn, Mr. Agee explained the delays he has en- Bonita Road, Chula Vista countered with architects, builders, and draftsmen regarding the original plans as submitted to the Council. He briefed the Council on the cost of obtainin~ his liquor license and the 13-day period of time in which he took over the operation of the bar and restaurant when the former lessee terminated his lease. Mr. Agee stated that he has been "red-lining" a number of items in the original plans so as to get the cost figure down; it is now down to less than one-quarter of a million dollars. Lease of Property West Mr. Agee commented that he has received of Facility a couple of inquiries about a possible lease of the area wes% of the facility for a motel. If such a motel were to go in, then he would have no trouble obtain- ing financial backino. At the present time, by %he strict terms of the lease, he is having difficulty in obtaining~is backing. Mr. Ague then discussed the over-flow of parking at various times. He commented that business is picking up; however, he cannot continue to operate under the terms of the present lease. Council Discussion Regarding The Council discussed the terms of the Terms of Lease lease, the amortization period given Mr. Agee, and th~ results of his not beinq able to comply with the terms. City Attorney's Opinion In answer to the Council's inquiries, Mr. Lindberg stated it would be the Council's decision if they wished to have the lease put out to bid again. If the present lessee cannot comply with the terms, as set forth, the contract can be dissolved. -2- More Time Requested Mr. Agee asked that a longer period of time be given, and that a review of the operation be given annually, or semi- annually. He stated he does not want a year-to-year contract for the money that he invested. Motion to Draft New Lease It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried, that the City Manager, City Attorney and Mr. Agee meet to set up a new lease. This draft will be submitted to the Council in two weeks for Council action as to whether or not it will go out to bid again. LEGAL OPINION REGARDING Councilman Scott asked for a legal opinion CAMPAIGN WORKERS concerning having certain Commissioners working on campaigns. City Attorney's Opinion M~. Lindberg explained the Charter pro- vision which was amended two years ago to liberalize the rights of employees of the City. The members of Boards and Commissions would be precluded from taking positions relative to being a candidate for the City Council, but they can work on bond propositions, or other issues if they so desire. Mr. Lindberg further explained that an incumbent can have a Commissioner working on his campaign as long as it is sup- portive; the only question would be if the Commissioner was actively engaged in strongly opposing the incumbent. It then becomes a question of loyalty and communication between the appointing authority and the Commissioner. Councilman Scott asked for a written opinion on this and the City Attorney stated he would provide one. Recess A recess was called a% 4:30 P.M. and the meeting reconvened at 4:48 P.~. EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the Council adjourn to Executive Session for personnel reasons. Mayor Hamilton announced that Gayle McCandliss, chairman of the Youth Com- mission, and Mark Fiocco, member of the Youth Commission, wer~ invited to the Executive Session. ADJOURNMENT The meeting reconvened at 5:00 P.M. It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel that the meeting be adjourned. -3- The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Hyde, Hobel Noes: Scott Absent: Mayor Hamilton and Councilman Eqdahl (arrived as soon as vote was taken). -4-