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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1972/02/08 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday February 8, 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 present: City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, Director of Public Works Cole, Director of Planning Warren, Fire Chief Smithey, Director of Building and Housing Grady, Purchasing Agent Espinosa 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 Hyde and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of February 1, 1972, be approved, copies having been sent to each Co~mcilman. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST CO~ISSIONER Mayor Hamilton introduced Mr. Charles Offerman, member of the Board of Appeals, as guest com- missioner for this meeting. REPORT OF C. R. CAMPBELL, Mr. Campbell reported on the progress of the PORT DISTRICT CO~ISSIONER revision to the Master Plan, the first since 1962. Ho discussed various projects along Broadway and G Street in San Diego. As to the J Street boat launch facility, an April com- pletion date is scheduled for the ten-lane ramp, and July for completion of sewers, water, lighting, etc. Mr. Campbell then discussed the policies adopted by thc Port District regarding the Bayfront Study. The Commission deleted Item "F": "Where not disallowed by State tideland grant provi- sions, limited residential development, based on sound market analysis, may be considered to assist in providing a wider selection of housing types and environments in the San Diego area." The Commission's feeling is that if a portion of the uplands contiguous to or adjacent to the tidelands were permitted to be developed, this could very well be not in constant with the way the tidelands could be developed. Mr. Campbell suggested the Mayor communicate this Council's feeling on the matter to Mr. Miles Bowler, Chair- man, Port Commission. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT - Mrs. Phyllis Foster, Executive Director, sub- VISITORS AND CONVENTION BUREAU mitted the financial report. She discussed and gave statistics on the function of the Visitors Bureau during the past six months. ORAL CONB~UNICATIONS Clint Mathews, Co-owner Mr. Mathews discussed the E Street closing. Cavalier Motor Hotel A meeting was held today of the £ Street busi- E Street ness merchants at which they discussed the drop in sales. Mr. Costello, Traffic Engineer for the Division of Highways, and Mr. Bruce ~rray, Traffic Engineer, City of Chula Vista attended the meeting. A list of suggestions for signing and traffic direction was compiled. Mr, Mathews submitted a petition, signed by the people affected on Woodlawn Avenue, requesting that parking on Woodlawn be eliminated for a period of four months. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman [~de and unanimously carried that the staff be directed to look into the merits or demerits of the suggestions and report back to the Council at the next meeting. Darwin Nickel ~r. Nickel explained that he would like to Chula Vista start a small transportation service for handi- capped people working in this area. He would have to charge them for this service, and he will be operating primarily in the City of San Diego, some in National City, Chula Vista and La Mesa. City Attorney's opinion City Attorney Lindberg remarked that this was a contractual arrangement Mr. Nickel would be making with specific people and, therefore, no license would be required. Mr. Nickel then commented that to make the ser- vice financially feasible~ he would have to operate his vehicle as a chartered bus; however, he would not do this business in Chula Vista. City Attorney Lindberg suggested Mr. Nickel come in to see him te discuss the matter more thoroughly. K. Niek Slijk Mr. Slijk remarked that he is speaking for him- Chamber of Commerce self, and expressed concern on the issue of commissions making recommendations beyond their area of concern. Mr. Slijk specifically noted the ECC's recommendation relative to "Our House." He added that he would like to see some corrective measures taken. Herb Lathan Mr. Lathan discussed the proposed Library bond 631 Carla Street issue, He commented on the concern over the landscaping and lake and expressed the hope that everyone will work together to get the Library built with some type of landscaping. Library landscaping btayor Hamilton stated that, at this time, the specific landscaping for the Library area is not known. The Council does hope that the bond will pass as it will be an asset to the community. Figures on construction Councilman Scott commented that there should be some specific figures as to the cost of the lake~ the buildings, etc. - 2 ~ Define landscaping Councilman Egdahl commented on a suggestion made at the last Council Conference made by the City Manager to have the Landscape Planner oversee this project, thus saving a consider- able cost in the project. Recess A recess was called at 8:05 P.M., and the meeting reconvened at 8:13 P.M. ORDINANCE - In a report to the Council, Director of Building A~NDING CITY CODE RELATING and Housing Grady explained that the Electrical TO ELECTRICAL FEES - Contractors' Association has requested the San FIRST READING Diego Area Chapter of I.C.B.O. to establish a uniform and simplified method of determining electrical permit fees. The I.C.B.O. has pro- posed the method as delineated in this ordinance, which method has now been adopted by the cities of Imperial Beach, Carlsbad and La Mesa. The Board of Appeals has recommended adoption of this ordinance. Postponement requested The City Clerk read a telegram from the San Diego Chapter National Electrical Contractors' Association requesting a two-week postponement. Eugene Grady, Director of Mr. Grady stated he had no objection to the Building and Housing postponement~ Motion to postpone It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the first reading of the ordinance be postponed for two weeks. RESOLUTION NO. 6337 - The advertising account, used by all departments APPROVING APPROPRIATION TO in the City, is nearly depleted due to the num- SUPPLEMENT ADVERTISING ACCOUNT bet of publications during the past several FOR CITY CLERK'S OFFICE months that were unusually lengthy, such as the 2oning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, etc. It is requested that the amount of $5,000 be appropriated surplus of the General Fund to supplement this account for thebalance of this fiscal year. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous :onsent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6338 - Director of Planning Warren submitted the tenta- APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP OF rive map noting the location of the subdivision LOCDEL ESTATES SUBDIVISION, on Mariposa Circle, containing six lots. UNIT NO. 2 Mr. Warren explained that one lot will contain 5, 3?4 square fee, as approved by the Planning Commission variance, created by a somewhat in- flexible street pattern. The Planning Commis- sion recommends approval of the tentative 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, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent; None RESOLUTION - Chief of Police Winters reported that the City APPROVING APPLICATION FOR of Chula Vista proposes to initiate a Crime GRANT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PUR- Prevention and Crime Scene Investigator Unit to POSES - CRIME PREVENTION AND combat the skyrocketing increase in burglaries CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION and thefts. By requesting grant funds, the [nit would be established comprising of eight uniformed Crime Scene Investigators. The grant funds would be $131,848 and the City's matching funds would consist of $48,855. Continuance requested City Manager Thomson remarked that he will be meeting with a staff member of the California Council of Criminal Justice on February 10 regarding this grant and requested a one-week continuance of the two resolutions regarding the grants for law enforcement purposes. Continued for one week It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde, and unanimously carried that this item be continued for one week. RESOLUTION Chief of Police Winters stated his department APPROVING APPLICATION FOR GRANT proposed to formulate a Youth Services Bureau FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PURPOSES - in order to reverse long term trends of juvenile YOUTH SERVICES BUREAU delinquency and recidivism within the community. The Bureau will co~rprlse 16 personnel. Total grant funds are ~107,700; three total positions ($44,610) will comprise the City's matching funds. Continued for one week It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimousl7 carried that this item be continued for one week. RESOLUTION NO, 6339 - City Manager Thomson explained that a revised APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR rendering of certain features of the proposed INFORMATION PURPOSES - project will be necessary regarding the Civic PROPOSITION A - BOND Center-Library bond issue on the ballot. He is requesting the amount of $500 as a maximum expense for this purpose. Disbursement of this fund will be done on the advice of the City Attorney and personally reviewed by the City Manager. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by tho following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6340 - On Tuesday, February 1, 1972, the City Council DENYING APPEAL OF PLANNING conducted a public hearing concerning the appeal CO~qlSSION ACTION GRANTING from the grant of the conditional use permit for CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR "Our House" to be located at 666 Third Avenue. USE OF PROPERTY AT 666 THIRD AVENUE This resolution sets forth the action of the Council in denying the appeal and delineates the terms and conditions of the approval. - 4 - Amendments suggested Councilman Hobel suggested the following conditions be incorporated into the resolution: Item 3; (referring to rear yard assemblages) add "and no lighting shall be permitted." Add new Item: (1) "That the grounds of the premises be maintained with acceptable type maintenance." (2) The Planning Commission shall still have the right of an annual review, at which time a hearing would be held as to extending the con- ditional use permit for another year. Council- man Egdahl suggested the wording on Item 3 be: "except for daytime and then only limited in supervised recreational activities." Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl with the amend- ments, 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. 6341 - This resolution memorializes the action of the GRANTING APPEAL OF L0CDEL, INC. City Council granting a waiver of underground WAIVING REQUIREMENT RELATING utilities in the Locdel Subdivision, Unit No. 2 TO UNDERGROUNDING OF PUBLIC This Action was taken at the public hearing UTILITIES IN LOCDEL SUBDIVISION, held on February 1, 1972. UNIT NO. 2 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6342 - On February 1, 1972, the City Council approved AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE the concept of substituting the installation of OF FUNDS FOR RELIEF SEWER - a relief sewer in Fifth Avenue and "C" Street FIFTH AVENUE FROM C STREET to effectuate the abandonment of the "C" Street TO SPRING VALLEY OUTFALL pump station in place of participation in the defunct Castle Park City-County drainage pro- gram in the southwest portion of the City. Director of Public Works Cole reported on the costs involved and the savings which would be realized by the construction of this installation. 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,Hobe], Hamilton ~. Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6343 - Fire Chief Smithey reported the bids to the ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING Council: CONTRACT FOR AERIAL LADDER Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Inc. $76,760.00 TRUCK AND APPROPRIATING American La Franne 77,717.00 FUNDS THEREFOR: Crown Coach Corporation 79,567~69 Ward La France 82,659.00 - 5 - Alternate bids and prices were also submitted. Chief Smithey discussed the bids noting that the two lowest bids did not meet specifica- tions. Crown Coach Corporation meets the specifications and is the lowest qualified bidder. It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief and the Purchasing Agent that the contract be awarded to Crown Coach Corporation in the amount of $85,546.0? - the cost of the alter- nate bid plus tax. It is further recommended that the unexpended funds of $85,000.00 in C.I.P. Project F-2-71 be used plus an appro- priation of $3,600.00 from the unappropriated reserve of the General Fund. 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. 6344 - Director of Planning Warren, in a written EXTENDING MORATORIUM ON CON- statement to the Council, reviewed the actions STRUCTION ON CERTAIN PROPERTIES taken by the Council in placing a moratorium LOCATED ON UPLANDS AND TIDELANDS on the tidelands area. The first action was WEST OF INTERSTATE 5 taken on January 12, 1971, for a nine month moratorium, expiring October 12, 1971. The second action was taken on July 27, 1971, amending the January 12 action and extending the moratorium to February 1, 1972. The City Council adopted a resolution on January 25, 1972, containing seven policies to serve as a basis for planning and progran~ning actions to be undertaken for the balance of the Bay£ront Study. Since this study will take three more months for the consultants to complete, the work required under the contract, it is recommended that the moratorium be extended to July 31, 1972. Time element discussed Councilman Scott suggested the moratorium time be worded: "$0 days after the study has been completed." City Attorney Lindberg indicated this would be a reasonable amendment. Councilman Hyde suggested the wording be: "July $1, 1972, or not later than 50 days following completion of the study." Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott with the amendment, the reading 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 - 6 - RECOS~ENDATION OF HUMAN In a letter to the Council, the Human Rela- RELATIONS CO~4ISSION REGARDING tions Commission recommends that an Open CIVIC CENTER OPEN HOUSE House be planned upon completion of the pre- sent remodeling. The City Manager reported that the Offices of the City Clerk and City Manager have already planned on an open house. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to staff. REQUEST OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL The ECC is requesting the services of two in- CO~94ISSION FOR FORMAL COUNCIL terns for utilization of research efforts for APPROVAL OF ECC INTERN PROGRAM several study topics. The ECC is requesting minute action of the Council to formally approve the request. The appropriation of the necessary funds would be submitted to the Council at a later date (approximately $1,053.00). Conference to be scheduled Councilman Scott made the motion, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that this matter be held for a Council Conference. POLICE OVERTIME COSTS - City Manager Thomson reported on the cost of ROHR STRIKE the Rohr strike in terms of overtime in the Police Department to provide security and traffic control. An estimate of $39,000 was submitted by the Chief of Police. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORT ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT Mr. Robert Bourcier, Assistant City Manager, PROGRAM FOR PARK DEVELOPMENT - reported on the status of the $100,000 Park ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER Development Program. He discussed the current status on the turfing of Rohr, Valle Lindo and Vista Square Schools; the Loma Verde Park project; Palomar Park; and Hilltop Telegraph Canyon Park Development - Phase I. Authorization to call for bids It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that authorization be given to the staff to receive bids on the various increments included in the program. Maintenance of school playgrounds Councilman Hobel questioned what leverage could be imposed to have the schools maintain the playgrounds. Mr. Bourcier suggested staff contact the schools to find out what the problems are in having the playgrounds maintained. Motion for staff to contact It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by School District Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the staff con~act the School District in regard to the maintenance of the playgrounds. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the report made by Mr. 8ourcier be accepted. - 7 - TENNIS COURTS In answer to the Mayor's inquiry, Mr. Cole, Director of Public Works, stated that the facility is near completion. REPORT ON FEDERAL FUNDING OF Director of Public Works Cole reported that he SWEETWATER FLOOD CONTROL contacted the Flood Control Engineer of the CHANNEL - DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC County. In 1971-72, $200,O00 was allocated by WORKS/CITY ENGINEER the Federal government for construction costs of this project--this was to be done as part of 80S improvement. There will be no funding in 1972-73 since the State Highway has no intention of bidding that project during this period. Future funding for the project is up to the Congress of the United States. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Hamilton moved, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that an Executive Session be called at the end of the meeting to consider possible litigation and personnel. COUNCIL CO,UNITY FORUM MEETING In answer to Councilman Scott's inquiry, City Manager Thomson stated he will report at the next meeting as to the status of the proposed meeting at Bonita Vista High School on February 29. Councilman Hyde suggested an agenda be set up for this meeting. STREET LIGHTING Councilman Hobel inquired as to the progress of the street lighting report. Director of Public Works Cole stated he con- tacted SDG§E Company to get the costs on phasing, timing, and costs; however, this report was not submitted by them. The staff is now working on this and hope to complete it by the end of the fiscal year. SPORTS ARE~ Councilman Hyde questioned whether any informa- tion has been obtained about the proposed Sports Arena in Chula Vista. Mayor Hamilton stated that no formal contact between the parties has been made. WRITTEN CO~4UNICATIONS: Petition concerning hazardous A petition has been submitted by a Mr. Dean condition at corner of Broadway Dlouhy, 675 Sea Vale Street, containing 52 and Sea Vale signatures, requesting Council action in al- leviating the hazardous condition at the intersection of Sea Vale and Broadway. Mr. Dlouhy contends that the high embankment located on the northwest corner creates a traffic hazard. - 8 - Referred to Safety Co~mission It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded and staff by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the Safety Commission and the staff. Request permission to sell Mr. Harold Edgar, Poppy Chairman, First Dis- Buddy Poppies on May 26 and trict, Veterans of Foreign Wars, is requesting 2?, 1972 - Veterans of Foreign Council permission to sell Buddy Poppies in the Wars City of Chula Vista on May 26 and 2?, 1972. Permission granted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that permission be given the Veterans of Foreign Wars to sell their Buddy Poppies in the City on May 26 and 27, 1972. Resignation of Fred J. Gelsomini Mr. Fred J. Gelsomini has submitted his resigna- from Parking Place Commission tion from the Parking Place Commission, in accordance with Charter Section 809D. Resignation accepted with regret It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the resignation be accepted with regret. JOINT MEETING WITH ECC The City Clerk listed the items for possible Council Conference. Mayor Hamilton noted that a few of these items pertain to the ECC and suggested the City Clerk set up a joint meeting with this Commission to discuss these matters. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES Mayor Hamilton announced that the League dinner DINNER MEETING will be held on February 17 at Hotel Del Coronado and asked the Council to call the City Clerk for reservations. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council adjourned to Executive Session at 9:10 P.M. and reconvened at 9:3S P.M. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 9:36 P.M. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 1S, 1972. rk - 9 -