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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1971/12/14 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday December 14, 1971 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, Egdaht Absent: None Also present: City Manager Thomson, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, City Attorney Lindberg, Director of Public Works Cole, Director of Planning Warren, Fire Chief Smithey, Director of Building and Housing Grady The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led byMayor Hamilton, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES Mrs. Rosalie Kaufman~ 326 Center Street, sent in a letter asking that her testimony given at the last meeting be corrected. The City Clerk stated she provided the Council with a verbatim transcript of Mrs. Kaufman's testi- mony. It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of December 7, 1971, be approved in accordance with the verbatim transcript, copies having been sent to each Councilman. PRESENTATION - COMMENDING THE Mr. Herb Lathan, Director, American Veterans CITY COUNCIL ON VETERANS' HIRING organization, introduced Mr. Gordon Elliott PRACTICES who presented the Council with a certificate cormnending them on Veterans' hiring practices. Mr. Elliott is the Southern California Director for the U. S. Veterans' Administration, Chair- man of the State Jobs for Veterans Task Force, appointed by Governor Reagan. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST COMMISSIONER Mayor Hamilton introduced Mr. Edward Potter, - EDWARD POTTER~ SAFETY COMMISSION member of the Safety Cormmission, as guest commissioner for this meeting. PUBLIC HEARING - CONSIDERATION Director of Planning Warren submitted a map OF ZONING TO P-C AND AMENDMENT of the area noting the properties in question. TO GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR He explained that the request involves 170.2 EL RANCHO DEL REY PROJEGT - 170.2 acres of land that was excluded from the pre- ACRES NORTH OF TELEGRAPH CANYON zoning to F-C of the 3,140 acres owned by the ROAD, TO EAST-WEST CITY LIMITS, Otay Land Company° BETWEEN 805 FREEWAY AND OTAY LAKES ROAD Mr. Warren discussed the feasibility of zon- ing the "out-parcels" in order to have some consistency in the plan. He then related the arguments presented to the Commission at its hearing, noting that the Commission and the staff will now be reconsidering the total plan, and all of the property owners will be involved in the reconsideration of the plan. The Commission is recormnending the adoption of the P-C zone and the originally approved general development plan as it covers the area. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was declared opened. Wally Nickel, Consulting Land Mr. Nickel stated he is representing the Kovens Planner and Michaels. They feel that their properties should be zoned in accordance to that deline- ated on the General Plan. Mr. Nickel noted the zoning of his clients' properties on the Gen- eral Plan (13-26 units per acre for Michael's property), and that proposed by this zoning to P-C. He discussed the time schedule for which a Planned Co~nunity should be initiated by establishment of specific uses within two years of the zoning. The schedule as presented by the Planning Director is for development for this acreage in 1976-77. Mr. Nickel asked that the Council deny the request for P-C zone and establish the zoning as outlined by the General Plan. He then submitted a map to the Council outlining the zoning for his clients' properties. City Attorney's opinion Mr. Lindberg explained the legal aspects of the two-year limitation which is imposed when a property owner comes before the Commission and Council requesting P-C zoning in accordance with a general development plan. This allows for a forced review after a two-year period. No requirement for the two-year limitation is required if the zoning is initiated by either the Conmaission or Council since that is a determination of the Council and sets the time schedule for the development. Time schedule In answer to Councilman Scott's inquiry, Direc- tor of Planning Warren stated the revised plan will be submitted to the Council in July 1972. James Bennett, Telegraph Mr. Bennett asked for clarification of the Canyon Road zoning on his parcel of property. It was explained that he would be held to the P-C zoning, until such time as he applied for a change of zone. Public hearing closed There being no further c~L~ents, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. ORDINANCE NO. 1377 - REZOHING It was moved by Councilman Myde that this 170.2 ACRES EAST OF 1-805, NORTH ordinance be placed on its first reading and OF TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD TO P-C that reading of the text be waived by unani- - First reading mous consent. The motion carrisd by the fol- lowing vote~ to-wit: AYES; Councilmen Nyde~ Egdahl~ Scott~ Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION AMENDING GENERAL The Zoning Ordinance requires that along with DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SCt{EDULE an ordinance adopting P-C zoning, a resolution be adopted approving the general development schedule. This schedule sets forth the details of implementation. Councilman Hyde commented that he did not re- ceive the schedule in his mailing. Motion to continue one week It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that this resolution be carried over for one week. -2- ORDINANCE NO. 1378 - AMENDING Palomar Street has been constructed to a 64- SCHEDULE IX OF TRAFFIC CODE TO foot traveled way for a distance of approxi- INCREASE SPEED LIMIT ON PALOMAR mately 1,000 feet between Industrial Boulevard STREET - First reading and I-5. A radar speed check indicated that 85% of the vehicular traffic traveled 39.9 MPH. Accordingly, the area was posted for 40 MPH eights months ago on a trial basis and has been functioning satisfactorily. It is recommended that it be made permanent. Ordinance placed on first reading It was moved by Councilman Egdahl that this ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unani- mous consent. The motion carried by the fol- lowing vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION APPROVING INTEBBST- City Attorney Lindberg explained that this FREE LOAN TO DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION resolution involves the grant of a $2,000 interest-free loan to the Downtown Association to defray the costs of Christmas decorations in the Third Avenue business district. The loan is to be repaid fr~n the additional tax levy to be collected in conjunction with the new Downtown Promotion District. Council discussion The Council questioned the legality of loan- ing the money to one entity (Downtown Associa- tion) and the money to be repaid by the newly established Improvement District. K. Nick Slijk, Chamber of Mr. Slijk explained the need for the loan. Commerce He stated that the DowmtownAssociation has been eliminating the dues structure because the Improvement District is taking over; therefore~ they have no funds to pay off this loan for the Christmas decorations. They were assured that they could obtain this loan and it would be repaid by the newly created Dis- trict. ~ity Attorney's opinion In answer to Councilman Scott's inquirys City Attorney Lindberg stated he believes the City would be reimbursed for this loan, and there would be no difficulty in obtaining this° Me would not agree, howevers that this is the appropriate method of handling this (making the loan to the Downtown Association and being repaid by the Improvement District). Either the Downtown Association should make its ar- rangement with the Improvement District or the Improvement District should submit this as part of its budget. Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde that this matter be held over for throe weeks. Suggestion for modification of Councilman Egdahl suggested the resolution be resolution reworded. As long as the Downtown Association continued to function, the loan be given to the. ms and it would be their responsibility to make the arrangements with the Improvement District to repay the loan. Mr. Slijk stated there was no way in which the Downtown Associatlon could accept this loan; they are no longer charging dues and have no funds. -3- Continuance requested Mr. Lindberg asked for a one week's continu- ance. He commented that it was assumed that the Downtown Association would become the entity managing the Improvement District, but such is not now the case. Motion modified Councilman Scott amended his motion to continue the matter for one week. Councilman Hyde sec- onded the motion and it carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NOo 6285 - AMENDING In a report to the Council, the Director of SCHEDULE V OF TRAFFIC CODE - NO Public Works stated that on the west side of STOPPING AT ANY TIME ON HILLTOP Hilltop Drive, from the north curb line of DRIVE AT QUINTARD STREET Quintard Street to a point 180 feet north, motorists were double parking along the shoulder of the road, which reduced the sight distance at the intersection to a dangerous minimum. Due to the absence of any curb in this area, a "No Stopping at Anytime" regula- tion was imposed for a trial period of eight months. This has been functioning satisfact- orily and it is recormnended that it be made permanent. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, 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 RESOLUTION NO. 6286 - AMENDING The Director of Public Works reported that SCHEDULE V OF TRAFFIC CODE - NO Hilltop Drive, in the area of Telegraph Canyon STOPPING AT ANY TIME ON HILLTOP Road, is 40 feet wide and has an ADT of 9,000 DRIVE AT EAST "J" STREET vehicles of which a large percentage of those southbound turn left onto Telegraph Canyon Road. A "No Stopping at Anytime" regulation was installed on Hilltop Drive from the south curb line of East "J" Street to the north curb line of Telegraph Canyon Road (east side only) on a trial basis eight months ago. This has been functioning satisfactorily and it is reconm~ended that it be made permanent. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilman Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes; None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 6287 - ACCEPTING This subdivision is located at East Rienstra PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS - APOLLO Street and Aries Court, and consists of 44 SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 1 lots. The Director of Public Works states that all of the improvements have been com- pleted in accordance with the original agree- ment dated January 5, 1971. 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 -4- RESOLUTION NO. 6288 - APPROVING Eugene Grady, Director of Buildiag and Hous- AND ADOPTING UNIFORM BUILDING lng, explained that in keeping pace with actual VALUATIONS AS RECOI~MENDED BY THE construction costs, the Board of Appeals recom- BOARD OF APPEALS mends the adoption of construction valuations. This revision of construction valuations is in keeping with the request of San Diego Building Contractors' Association of the San Diego Area Chapter of the International Conference of Building Officials. The purpose of the re- quested action is to increase the fee base in order to have the permit fees cover the costs of municipal inspection operations. Amendment suggested Councilman Scott suggested the provision for the billboards be eliminated from the valua- tions, to make this consistent with the City's ordinance. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, subject to dele- tion of the billboard provision, 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 RESOLUTION NO. 6289 - APPROVING Reporting to the Council, Fire Chief Smithey FUNDS FOR REPLACEMENT OF FIRE stated that a City fire engine sustained major TRUCK damage in a traffic accident on November 9, 1971. Because of the age of the fire truck (15 years) and the difficulty in obtaining replacement parts, it is recommended that this damaged vehicle be replaced rather than repaired. The coet would be $43,471.051 the final cash settlement from the insurance company will be returned to the general fund Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous eonsent~ passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobal, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None Recess The Council adjourned for a recess at 8:30 P.M. and reconvencd at 8:42 P.M. Unanimous Consent Item: RESOLUTION NO. 6290 - APPROVING During the Christmas Holiday season, many ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FORT HE citizens of this City desire to place decora- INSTALLATION BY RESIDENTIAL tions in front of their homes; such decorations PROPERTY OWNERS OF TEMI~ORARY often extend to the lawn, trees and shrubs CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS located within the public right-of-way. By this resolution, the Council recommends that such use be approved for the purpose of dis- playing Christmas decorations between the dates of Thanksgiving, November 25, 1971, and the Twelfth Day of Christmas, 3anuary 5, 1972. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, 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 -5- Unanimeus Consent Item: RESOLUTION NO. 6291 - EXONERATING City Attorney Lindberg explained that this LIEN ON PROPERTY AT 4215 BONITA ROAD resolution was needed in order for the appli- cant to close escrow. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, 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 REPORT ON EXTENSION OF TIME BY Director of Planning Warren explained that PLANNING COMMISSION ON CONDITIONAL at its meeting of December 6, 1971, the City USE PERMIT FOR AUTO STORAGE LOT - Planning Commission approved an extension of 200 BLOCK OF CHURCH AVENUE - time on a conditional use permit for Castle CASTLE PLYMOUTH, INC. Plymouth, Inc., for a storage lot for new and used cars in the 200 block of Church Avenue. The extension was approved to Decem- ber 31, 1972, or when their facility at Third and "E" Street is completed (whichever occurs first). Joseph Husk, Manager, Mr. Husk discussed the construction in progress Castle-Plymouth stating he hoped the first phase would be com- pleted within six months, during which time they would need the storage facility on Church Avenue to house the automobiles. He commented that the Council held this matter in delibera- tion for approximately five months before they were permitted to start construction. Referred back to Planning It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded Commission by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission be requested to reduce this extension time to six months, after which time it can be reviewed. (This is to come back to the Council for review after six months). RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING This is an Assembly Constitutional Amendment COMMISSION ON A.¢.A. 49 RELATING introduced by Assemblyman Deddah which would TO PROPERTY TAXATION delete present provisions relating to property taxation and provide instead for taxation of land and possessory interests in land only, exempting personal property, publicly owned property, improvements to land and a $1,200 exemption for land on which owner-occupied dwelling is situated, and provides for assess- ment at full market value. The Planning Commission is recon~nending that the Legislative Committee consider whether or not this should ba supported by the City. Referred to Legislative It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded Committee by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the matter be referred to the Legisla- tive Committee. REPORT OF HUMAN RELATIONS In response to Council's inquiry, the Human COMMISSION REGARDING QUESTION- Relations Cormnission reports that the purpose NAIRE FOR BUSINESS LICENSE of the survey is to ascertain the employment HOLDERS IN CITY OF CHULA VISTA patterns of business in Chula Vista as they relate to minority groups. It is also the intent of the Gon~nission to make the business cormnunity aware of the advantages, both human- istic and monetary, in hiring minority personnel. -6- Request accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the report be approved and the request accepted. REQUEST FROM YOUTH COMMISSION Mr. Tim Nader, member of the Youth Commission, RELATIVE TO IMPLEMENTATION OF explained that they are requesting the City PLANS FOR A "YOUTH BIKE RIDE" Council to direct the Parks and Recreation staff to assist them in the organization and implementation of a Youth Bicycle Trip. If the program works out well, they may request more of these programs. Referred to Parks and Recreation It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded Cormnission by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the request be referred to the Parks and Recreation Cormnission, for referral back to the City Council. ORDINANCE NO. 1373 - REZONING In a report to the Council~ the Director of PROPERTY EAST OF OTAY LARES ROAD~ Planning explained that this rezoning was NORTHOFBONITAVISTAJUNIOR HIGH based upon a Planned Unit Development and a SCHOOL, FROM R-E TO R-i-10-P - tentative map which was approved by the Plan- Second reading and adoption ning Commission and City Council. Problems concerning the access to the site are still pending, and it is requested that this matter be deferred until January 11, 1972. Letter received City Clerk Fulasz noted a letter received from Mr. Rick, Engineer for the project, in which he stated that his company has agreed to a modification of the subdivision design which would move the streets and slopes off the adjacent property owned by Gersten Con- struction Company. He asked that the Council adopt the second reading and refer the map to thc Planning Director so they may submit the required modification. Director of Planning Mr. Warren indicated this was a "gentlemen's agrccment"~ and recommends the deferral of the second reading. He related some of the problems encountered with the access to this proposed subdivision. Second reading deferred It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the second reading be held over until 3anuary 11~ 1972. REPORT ON "OUR HOUSE" In a written report to the Council, City Man- agar Thomson reported on the availability of locating "Our House" at 666 Third Avenue, a two-story cormnercial structure located on C-0 zoned property. Mro Thomson listed the advantages of the site for this organization, commenting that the cost is $400 per month. Planning Cormnission hearing Since this is a controversial issue, it is recormmended that this be sent to the Planning Commission for a formal hearing on a condi- tional use permit. Mr. Thomson asked for Council's approval of this matter, and re- quested they direct staff to bring back a resolution appropriating $1:050 -- the dif- ference of the lease payments, plus $250 for maintenance purposes and permission to use City forces to trim the trees. -7- Motion to set public hearing It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that this matter be sent to the Planning Com- mission to hold a public hearing on January 3, 1972, and a resolution be brought back at the next meeting incorporating the recommen- dations of the City Manager. Co~unity involvement Councilman Scott cormnented on the need for more cor~nunity involvement in the "Our House" program. He wondered if the City was remiss in not contacting the various organizations and businesses in the City asking for their support. Councilman Hyde felt the Board of Directors of "Our House" should initiate a program to get financial and other support from the com- munity. tLEPORT ON SWEETWATER VALLEY FLOOD On November 16, 1971, the Council considered CONTROL PROJECT - Director of a request from the Environmental Control Com- Planning, Director of Public Works mission to oppose the proposed Sweetwater Valley Flood Control. A copy of the reports submitted from the Director of Planning and the Director of Public Works were sent to the Council. In the reports, both department heads agree that the opportunity to preserve the valley in its natural state passed fifteen to twenty years ago, at which time the land could have been zoned agriculture to prevent the intru- sion of commercial and industrial developments, thereby negating need for the flood control channel. It is their rec~nendation that the Council file thc proposal from the Environmental Con- trol Commission. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Seott~ seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. Councilman Myde questioned that portion of the proposed channel between 1-805 and Bonita Mesa. Mr. Cole, Director of Public Works, stated in his report that he suggested opposing that portion of the channel; the amount of money it would take to construct this segment would be disproportionate to the properties it would protect. Council discussion Council discussion ensued on the report and on the proposed development of the shopping center on the Bonita Golf Course; and the im- pact on the Regional Park Plan. Councilman Scott commented that the develop- ment of the shopping center has been put aside at this time, so zoning there now doesn't meet the demand -- it is more in the form of specu- lation. It would be his suggestion that the Army Corps of Engineers and National City be contacted to reconsider this flood control project. -8- REVENUE AND TAXATION MEETING Mayor Hamilton announced the meeting to be held in the Council Chamber on Thursday, December 16, and one in San Diego on Wednes- day, December 15, 1971 by Waddie Deddah on Revenue and Taxation. He asked that the Legislative Committee be present to make con~nents, or send in a report. LECTURES ON CITY GOVERNMENT It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that meetings be held sometime during the Spring semester on the Course in City Govern- ment program. INTER-COMMUNITYMEETINGS Councilman Scott discussed having a meeting on the fifth Tuesday of the months in which the Council would go out into the different high schools to hold a Council conference. He suggested one meeting a quarter be held rather than fix it on the fifth Tue~da]z of the month. Motion to hold meeting in It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by February Mayor Hamilton and unanimously carried that the staff make every effort to set up an Inter- community Council conference in February. The staff is to select the high school in which this meeting will take place. JOINT MEETING WITH PARKING Councilman Hyde discussed the minutes of the PLACE COMMISSION Parking Place Commission in which they dis- cussed the availability of lots in the Park- ing District. Motion to hold meeting It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and carried that a joint meeting be held with the Parking Place Com- mission sometime in January. Mayor Hamilton suggested it be set for the next scheduled Council conference. Councilman Hyde modified the time to set this for the next Council conference (after Decem- ber 15, 1971). The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde~ Hobel, Hamilton Noes: Councilmen ggdahl~ Scott Absent; None NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITI~S FILM It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that in keeping with the recormnendation made by the City Manager, if the San Diego County Chapter of the League of California Cities decides to purchase the film, that Chula Vista offer to be the member City under whose name the film is purchased. BAYFRONT STUDY COSTS Councilman Egdahl discussed the related costs which will be necessary since the consultants will exceed their contract obligation in ex- tending the time schedule to meet with the various interested organizations. -9- City Manager Thomson stated the staff will have a resolution prepared for the next Council meeting. Schedule approved It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the schedule, as submitted by the Director of Planning, be followed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: Request of City Council of The Vallejo City Council has sent a copy of Vallejo for support of petition a resolution adopted at the 1971 Annual Con- and League of California Cities ference of the League of California Cities resolution regarding revenue meeting in San Francisco (September 29, 1971) sharing requesting the Federal legislators to adopt revenue sharing measures which would immedi- ately benefit local governments and that it be enacted within three months. Along with the resolution, the Vallejo City Council sent several pages of a petition for which they would llke signatures obtained of the residents of this City. Resolution accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott~ seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the resolution be accepted and the Coun- cil try to get the petition signed. Letter from Human Relations In a letter from the Human Relations Commis- Commission regarding "No sion, they state that the "No Smoking" policy Smoking" policy is infringing upon personal rights, and that some other solution should be sought to this problem. Letter from Youth Commission The Youth Commission has sent in a letter regarding "No Smoking" policy commending the City Council on the recent "No Smoking" policy. The Council acknowledged receipt of the letters. Letter from Chamber of Commerce Mr. K. Niek Slijk, Director of the Chamber regarding drainage ditch adjacent of Commerce, requested that the strip of land to General Roes Park used for drainage between the curb on "C" Street and the park fence of General Roca Park be paved into a shallow V-shape so it could be used for a parking area. The park- ing lot, presently used by the Park, could then be replaced by grass and trees. Mr. Slijk also commented that once this is eom- plcted, the adjacent businesses could be asked to clean up their properties. Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Mayor Hamilton~ and unanimously carried that this be referred to the staff for cormuent. Resignation of Frank Williams Mr. Frank Williams, member of the Safety Com- - Safety Commission mission, has sent in his resignation stating he has been assigned to a new position in San Diego, and because he will be out of town a number of days during the week, it would be difficult for him to do a proper job on this Corm~ission. -10- Resignation accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the resignation be accepted with regret and a letter be sent to Mr. Williams commend- ing him on his services on this Commission. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Air Pollution Implementation Dr. Glenn, Chairman of the ECC, stated that Plan - Richard Glenn, the Board of Supervisors must adopt a plan Environmental Control Commission to improve air quality to meet Federal 1975 air standards. These standards must provide the citizenry with minimal protection of their basic rights of health, welfare and protection against property damage. Dr. Glenn referred to the report submitted to the Council entitled "San Diego Clean Air Council Conference". A public hearing will be held by the County Board of Supervisors on December 22, 1971, at 9:30 A.M. It is the request of the ECC that the Council provide recommendations to the Supervisors for this meeting. Dr. Glenn outlined the shortcc~mings in the implementation plan. In answer to Mayor Hamilton's inquiry, Dr. Glenn stated that Dr. Askew of the County Health Department was responsible for recom- mendations made to the Board of Supervisors since he is the head of that department. Air Monitoring System City Manager Thomson noted the air monitoring station proposed for Chula Vista that will be checking various items of air pollution. Dr. Glenn stated that Dr. Askew's report indicates it will be checking just the o~idents, wind speed and wind direction. A. Joekel, San Diego Mr. Joekel spoke on the Clean Air Council, chairmanned by Dr. Alan Schneider, and made up of volunteer citizens. Ha discussed the severe air pollution problem prevalent in San Diego County, particularly because of its geographical location. He co~mmented on the proliferation of community growth and housing. He stated the Council has the power to condition the pattern of growth in the City. The Council could encourage the people to ride bicycles. Suggestion to pass resolution Mr. Joekel suggested that it would be helpful for the Council to pass a resolution to be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors indicat- ing their support in whatever measures the Board takes in implementing this Plan; encour- age them to implement it sooner than 1975, if possible, and also to maintain an open atti- tude about the Plan; refine it as technical possibilities arise. Motion to bring back to next Councilman Scott asked that the Council re- meeting calve a copy of this report and that it be brought back to the next meeting. -11- DECEMBER 28 MEETING Mayor Hamilton asked for Council's comments regarding cancellation of the meeting of December 28, as suggested by the staff be- cause of the short work week. Motion to cancel meeting It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Mayor Hamilton and carried that the meeting scheduled for December 28 be cancelled. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: None ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 10:30 P.M. to the conference scheduled for Wednes- day, December 15, 1971, at 3 P.M., and to the next regularly schedule meeting to be held December 21, 1971. -12-