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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1972/02/15 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday February 15, 1972 A regular meeting of the City Council of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date beginning at 7 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 preaent: City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, Director of Public Works Cole, Director of Planning Warren, Police Chief Winters 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 Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of February 3 and 8, 1972, be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST CO~4ISSIONER Mayor Hamilton introduced Mrs. Marguerite Acosta, member of the Human Relations Commission, as guest commissioner for this meeting. ORAL CO~4UNICATIONS There were no oral communications. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Hamilton commented that the City Manager and City Attorney have requested an Executive Session for pending litigation and personnel matters. Motion for Executive Session It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the Council adjourn to Executive Session for personnel reasons and for pending litigation. The Council adjourned to Executive Session at 7:10 P.M., and the meeting reconvened at 7:S5 P.M. UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEM: RESOLUTION NO. 6345 - The hearing on this item is set for March 7, 1972. DECLARING COUNCIL'S INTENTION TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 1372 ESTAB- Offered by Councilman Hyde~ the reading of the LISHING A PARKING AND IMPROVEMENT text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and AREA AND LEVYING AN ADDITIONAL adopted by the following vote, to-wit: BUSINESS TAX THEREIN FOR UPGRADING AYES: Councilman Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, AND PROMOTING THE AREA BY REDUCING Hamilton THE ADDITIONAL BUSINESS LICENSE Noes: None LEVY IMPOSED UPON BUSINESSES Absent: None LOCATED WITHIN SAID AREA AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A HEARING TO ~E HELD BY THE CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER THE ADJUSTMENT OF SAID ADDITIONAL BUSINESS LICENSE LEVY AND DIRECTING AND GIVING OF NOTICE OF SAID HEARING AND TO RECONSIDER THE STRUCTURE AND MANNER OF THE ELECTION OF THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 1 - Motion for Mayor to meet It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by with organizations Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the Mayor invite the President of the Downtown Improvement District and the President of the organization opposing this District to meet with the Mayor, along with one other member of their respective organizations in an effort to identify the questions of issue between them and to, hopefully, come up with some proposals to modify the ordinance establishing the District, or recommendations for any changes which would make the Association work more effectively. ORDINANCE NO. 1384 - This property is located at the northeast corner APPROVING WHITTINGTON'S of Hilltop Drive and E1 Rancho Vista containing HILLTOP DRIVE ANNEXATION - 19,000 square feet. The property is improved FIRST READING with a single family dwelling and has been pre- zoned R-l-10. On February 7, 1972, the Local Agency Formation Commission approved the annexa- tion. The Planning Commission now recommends approval. Ordinance placed on first It was moved by Councilman Egdahl 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: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1385 - In a report to the Council, Director of Planning APPROVING MILLER'S HORTON Warren explained that this annexation contains ROAD ANNEXATION - 3.8 acres of vacant land along Horton Road adja- FIRST READING cent to our city limits south of Bonita Road. The property has been prezoned R-E-40 and the applicant has filed for a Planned Unit Develop- ment which would contain three dwelling sites and a small equestrian center. Mr. Warren noted that limited city services are available, but the Council has previously approved the boundaries of this annexation. On February 7, 1972, the Local Agency Formation Commission approved the annexation. The Planning Commission now recom- mends approval. Ordinance placed on first It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this reading ordinance be placed on itsfirst reading and that reading of the tex~ be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Coumcilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6346 - The location of the property (497.61 acres) DECLARING CITY'S INTENTION TO lies north of Otay Valley Road, east of the ANNEX OTAY VALLEY ROAD ANNEXATION present city limits. The annexation was approved by the Local Agency Formation Commission on February 7, 1972. The Planning Commission recommends approval. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adepted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6347 - It was noted that this was a one-lot subdivision APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP OF located at the southeast corner of Kennedy KENNEDY PLAZA SUBDIVISION Street and Third Avenue. The property was prezoned C-C-P in May 1971 subject to several conditions. The Planning Commission recommends approval of the tentative map subject to added conditions. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6548 - In a report to the City Council, Director of AMENDING SCHEDULE II OF Public Works Cole explained that a trial TRAFFIC CODE - SPECIAL traffic regulation was instituted in this area STOPS REQUIRED FOR BROADWAY approximately eight months ago to alleviate AND ARIZONA STREET vehicular congestion, and that it has been functioning satisfactorily. The Safety Commission reviewed this regulation and concurred in its being made permanent. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6349 - Mr. Lane Cole, Director of Public Works, reported AUTHORIZING MAILING AND that under Phase 14, a total of 34 separate POSTING OF "NOTICE TO parcels are to be improved; the proposed work CONSTRUCT" AND SETTING HEARING involves eight blocks and one alley scattered FOR 1911 BLOCK ACT, PHASE 14 throughout the city. The Council gave authorization to proceed with this 1911 Block Act program on September 7, 1971. It is now necessary that authorization be given to the Superintendent of Streets to mail and post a formal "Notice to Construct" to the property owners involved. The public hearing is scheduled for March 21,1972. 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. 6350 - As stated in his report to the Council, Mr. Cole, APPROVING EXTRA SERVICES BY Director of Public Works, explained that the ARCHITECT ON THE CIVIC CENTER architect will provide necessary additional REMODELING PROJECT services caused by substantial changes or altera- tions to the scope of plans subsequent to approval of the architect's plans. The resolution sets the established rates of compensation to avoid the potential of future delays due to this need. Cost plus questioned Councilman Hobel questioned the "cost plus 25%" for the consulting engineer. Director of Public Works Mr. Cole explained that this was a procedure explains used in the past by the City. The mark-up includes the time and effort that the architect would have in coordinating the activities of the consultant in integrating his information into the plan. It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the portion pertaining to the consulting engi- neer's services -"cost plus 25%" be deleted from the resolution. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, as amended, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilman Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6351 - In a written report to the City Council, the APPROVING REQUEST FROM Director of Public Works explained TOPICS. On ALAN M. VOORHEES AND ASSOC., March 5, 1971, the City contracted with the firm INC. FOR EXTENSION OF TIME ON of Alan M. Voorhees to implement the program. TOPICS PROGRAM This study report was to have been completed in ten months, or by January I972. The firm is now requesting a three-month time extension. The project is now 64% complete. 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: Cotmcilman Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None REQUEST FROM HUMAN RELATIONS The Human Relations Commission is requesting CO~MISSION PERTAINING TO A that a tree be planted in Memorial Park or some LIVING MEMORIAL other City park as a living memorial to the uncounted contributions made by the late Dr. Robert B. Botterman. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that this request be referred to the staff for imple- mentation. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF NOTICE City Manager Thomson requested minute action to OF INTENT TO APPLY FOR GRANTS approve the notice of intent to apply for the FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PURPOSES grant that would initiate a unit of specialists to combat the skyrocketing increase in burglaries, thefts from vehicles, bike thefts and other serious crime problems. Crime prevention and crime City matching funds would amount to $31,250; scene investigation grant funds $93,750. - 4 - Approval given It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that approval be given to the notice of intent to apply for grant for Law Enforcement purposes - crime prevention and crime scene investigation. Youth services bureau City Manager Thomson discussed the application for the grant for the Youth Services Bureau. This would reverse long term trends of juvenile delinquency and recidivism within the co~nunity. The total grant funds are $63,160; total project cost is $84,220. Approval given It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that approval be given to the notice of intent to apply for grant for Law Enforcement purposes - Youth services bureau. REPORT ON METHOD OF NOTIFICATION City Manager Thomson reported on the plans to AND AGENDA FOR COUNCIL PRESENTA- hold a Community Forum meeting on February 29 TION AT BONITA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL at Bonita Vista High School. ON FEBRUARY 29, 1972 The agenda for the meeting, as proposed, will be: (1) Staff presentation of the new library facility; (2) E1 Rancho del Rey development; (3) Police preventive program. The agenda would then be opened up to oral communications. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. Press reports Councilman Hyde asked the press to include in their reports of this meeting that any questions from interested parties would be made a portion of the Agenda if they would communicate this to the City Clerk or to the City Manager's office. STATUS REPORT ON CONDITION OF Assistant City Manager Bourcier submitted a TURFED SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS - written report in which he stated that two ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER school sites would be turfed annually. Mr. Bourcier listed the schools, the work schedule, planting of the turf and maintenance. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted with the comment that the Bermuda people plant some winter rye grass in there, too. REPORT ON ROUTING OF TRAFPIC ON Director of Public Works Cole reported on the E STREET - DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC petition submitted to the Council at the last WORKS/CITY ENGINEER meeting. He reviewed the items which are being handled by the State, and this will be reported back to the Council at a future date. 4. Parking should be stopped on Woodlawn - a traffic count was made which indicated that it would be reasonable to eliminate parking on Woodlawn, B. Double line down the middle of F Street onto Woodlawn then to H - the staff would not recom- mend this; the no parking on Woodlawn would give Woodlawn a sense of a larger and more used street. 6. Left hand turn lane on F directing traffic to B Street - the staff is suggesting that "no parking" be instituted along the south side of F Street from freeway beyond Woodlawn. 7. Variance for temporary sign on corner of F and Woodlawn - this should be referred to the Planning Commission. 8. Barrier on F Street as on E Street at Woodlawn - Mr. Cole discussed the comparisons of the situation on E and F Streets. If a sign was put on F Street, it would reduce the size of the lanes, and motorists would be likely to hit the sign. The staff would not make this recommendation. 9. Temporary stop lights at E, F and Woodlawn - Mr. Cole discussed the cost and maintenance of a traffic light and felt the situation did not warrant this installation. 12. Remove I-5 sign on Broadway at F and have one only at Broadway and E - this has been accomplished by the State. 13. I-S south indication on west side, large sign in E Street at Woodlawn; 14. I-S sign on E Street going west in the block east of Broadway - the Traffic Engineer feels the present temporary sign on £ Street detouring traffic was adequate and does not recommend any change at this time. Councilman Scott commented that the elimination of parking on Woodlawn and F Street must be taken care o£. Director of Public Works Cole indicated the City could proceed with these two items under the temporary traffic regulation provisions in the ordinance. Motion for no parking and It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by referral to Planning Commission Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that parking be eliminated on Woodlawn and on the south side of F Street to a safe point beyond Woodlawn; that the temporary sign on private property be referred to the Planning Commission. Mr. Cole remarked that he would bring back to the Council the results of the State's action on the other items. SAN DIEGO COUNTY, LEAGUE OF Mayor Hamilton announced that the next dinner CALIFORNIA CITIES DINNER MEETING meeting will be held on February 17 at the Hotel del Coronado. Any Councilmen wishing to attend should make his reservations with the City Clerk. STARLIGHT CENTER OPENING Mayor Hamilton noted that the opening of the new Starlight Center addition will be held on the evening of February 17, and urged any of the Councilmen to attend, if possible. -6 - SAN DIEGO COUNTY MAYORS! Mayor Hamilton reported on the meeting he MEETING attended on February I4, The film, which the members of this Council requested be purchased Film by this organization, will now be purchased and the price will be divided among the cities - $25.00 for each city. Watson Amendment Mayor Hamilton suggested the City Attorney and the City Manager be directed to study the Watson Amendment and report back to the Council so that action can be taken on it. Legislations Support will be given the following legislations: (i) utility tax for the general law cities; (2) tippler's tax; (3) property transfer tax on the full sale value of the homes; (4) in-lieu tax in increasing the motor vehicle fee and the motor homes fee; (S) regional planning law with the mandatoryelements of that law being spelled out. Watson Amendment Councilman Scott noted that the Council filed this matter, and perhaps it should be a topic of discussion at a future Council Conference. Motion to bring back resolution It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by for purchase of film Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a resolution be brought back appropriating the amount of $2S.00 for the City's share of the cost of the film. ALBANY PARK SITE Councilman Scott inquired as to the status of the federal grant. City Manager Thomson spoke of the contacts he made with HUD. They stated they would be in touch with the City. SEAVALE AVENUE PETITION Councilman Hyde inquired as to the status of the petition received relating tm ~e haza*xt~us condition at Seavale and Broadway. City Manager Thomson commented that this was referred to the Safety Commission, and the report back from them and the Traffic Engineer will be made to Council. Co~mcilman Hyde remarked that where there is a traffic safety hazard, the staff should check to see if any immediate action should be taken. REGIONAL PARK IMPLEMENTATION Councilman Hyde referred to the letter received STUDY from Chief Administrative Officer Morey of the County. Mr. Morey asked for questions from this Council pertaining to the study. Councilman Hyde asked the staff to report on what the Council should do about this matter, and to submit these recommendations at the next meeting. UTILITIES TAX It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the City Attorney re-examine the status of the utilities tax exemption and make recommendations to tho Council in regard to possible action to achieve tax deduction eligibility for it. - 7- EL RANCHO DEL REY PROPERTY Councilman Hyde referred to the newspaper article quoting the manager of the Chamber of Commerce requesting that the City should con- sider purchasing the property on the stand- point that it would be an economic savings to the community. Council discussed this issue and the same type of issue as proposed in Pale Alto. Motion to direct staff to It was moved by Councilman Hyde that the staff make study be directed to investigate the proposition that was made regarding the Otay Land develop- ment to be considered for purchase by the City, with such other outside funds which may be available from federal sources, for the purpose of creating open space and recreational land. No second to motion The motion died for lack of second. City Manager's comments City Manager Thomson commented that the pur- chase of this property would place an additional 60 or 70 cents on the tax rate; then there is the maintenance, liability, and numerous other costs that would be involved. Mayor Hamilton noted the parks proposed for that area. COUNCIL CONFERENCE The City Clerk noted that there are two items pending for a Council Conference: (1) meeting with the Visitor's and Convention Bureau, and (2) joint meeting with the Parking Place Com- mission. Mrs. Foster stated that her Board of Directors has requested this Conference to discuss format and philosophy of their budget. Mayor Hamilton directed the City Clerk to set the Conference ~or Wednesday, February 25, 1972, at 3:30 P.M. EXECUTIVE SESSION Councilman Hyde discussed the Executive Session held at the beginning of the meeting tonight. ~o~ion for Council policy It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by Councilman Egdahl that as a matter of policy the Council not go into Executive Session until all items on the agenda have been completed. Councilman Scott felt the motion was not needed - any motion to adjourn to Executive Session must be voted on each time. Motion fails The motion failed by the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl NOES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Absent: None WRITTEN CO~4UNICATIONS Request of Mr. C. M. Williams Mr. C. M. Williams, P. O. Box 153, wishes to call for parking restrictions in the Council's attention to the hazardous situa- area of Third Avenue and tion caused by the parking of cars on Mankato Mankato Street Street and Third Avenue. Mr. Williams suggests that the curbs in front of the Taco Shop and Thrifty Drug Store be painted red since these businesses have ample parking in their own areas. Referred to Safety Commission It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that this request be referred to the Safety Com- mission and the staff. Verified claim for damages - Gloria J. Arnold, 6945 Benson Avenue, San Diego, Gloria J. Arnold has filed a verified claim for damages in the amount of $24,14. She states that on November 24, 1971, at 12 noon, she received assistance from a Chula Vista Police officer when her car wouldn't start. The jumping cables to the batteries caused her battery to explode. The incident occurred at a gas station at 4SS H Street. Claim denied It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Councilman Hyde that the claim be denied. City Attorney's comments Mr. Lindberg suggested that the matter be referred to the City Manager's office for consideration, because of the dollar amount involved. Councilman Hyde withdrew his second to the motion. The Council discussed the fact that the City pays a premium to the insurance company to take care of these matters. Councilman Hyde reiterated his second to the motion and it carried unanimously. Verified claim for damages - Janet Jamieson, 246 Oxford Street, Chula Vista, Janet Jamieson has filed a verified claim for damages in the amount of $S,000, citing the "negligent main- tenance and inspection of a construction barricade" as the cause of her accident at 30th Street near "N" Street. The incident occurred on November 22, 1971, at 6 P.M. Claim denied It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that tho claim be denied. Recommendation of ECC to obtain The Environmental Control Commission is recom- federal funds to preserve mending that a request for federal funds be Bayfront wetlands obtained to assist the City and Port District in preserving the wetlands in perpetuity. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that this request be referred to the staff. Request on behalf of C.V. The San Diego County Employees' Association Employees Association - writing on behalf of the Chula Vista Employees' modification of Sec. 807 Association relative to Charter Section 807 - (Removal or Suspension of Removal or Suspension of Employees. The Associa- Employees) tion requests that the first paragraph of this Section be elimlnated as it pertains to the 30 day suspension and that the Council place this proposition before the electorate at the earliest possible date effecting this proposed change. Referred to Charter Review Mayor Hamilton directed that this matter be Com~ittee and Civil Service referred to the Charter Review Committee when Commission they reconvene. -9 - Cotmcilman Hyde suggested it be referred to the Civil Service Commission also, since this matter is presently before them, Mayor Hamilton agreed. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 9:08 P.M. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 1972, City erk. - 10 -