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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1971/10/19 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday October 19, 1971 A regular meeting of the City Council was held on the above date beginning at 7 P.M. in the Council Chamber, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, with the following Councilmen present: Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Absent: None Also present: City Manager Thomson, Assistant City Manager Bourcier, City Attorney Lindberg, Senior Planner Williams, Director of Public Works Cole, Associate Planner Lee 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 Scott and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of October 12, 1971, be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. PRESENTATION OF SERVICE PIN TO Mayor Hamilton presented Jay E. Spice, Senior JAY E~ SPICE Animal Control Officer, with a pin for his 20 years' service with the City. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - This hearing was continued from the meeting CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO CITY of October 5, 1971 in response to the request CODE RELATING TO REGULATION OF of Mr. Dan Cocoran, Chairman of the Legisla- SUBDIVISIONS rive Committee, Chamber of Con~nerce, in order that his organization have more time to sub- mit recommendations. Senior Planner Williams stated that this amendment to Chapter 28 of the City Code would repeal the present subdivision regu- lations, substituting new regulations relat- ing to the subdivision of land. Public hearing reopened This being the time and place as advertised~ Mayor Hamilton reopened the public hearing° Don Cocoran, Chairman, Legislative Mr. Cocoran stated that his Con~ittee recom- Com~ittee~ Chamber of Commerce mends passage of the ordinance. Eugene York, South Bay Improvement Mr. York remarked that they are pleased with ~ganization, 5837 E1 Cajon Blvd., the results of the ordinance, and with the San Diego staff's acceptance of some of their sugges- tions which were incorporated into the ordinance. They feel that the public facilities program should be the same as that recommended for park facilities whereby a fee is charged, and land and facilities are purchased at fair market value. Public hearing closed There being no further comment, either for or against~ the hearing was declared clossd. ORDINANCE NO. 1369 - AMENDING It was moved by Councilman Hyde that the CITY CODE RELATING TO THE REGULA- ordinance be placed on its first reading, TION OP SUBDIVISIONS IN TME CITY with the deletion of Sections 28.1103 and OF CHULA VISTA - First reading 28.1104, and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - This hearing was continued from the meeting ZONING ADDITIONAL PROPERTIES TO of October 5, 1971. P-C AND CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR Senior Planner Williams explained that this EL RANCHO DEL REY hearing would also involve the consideration of the amended General Development Plan. County Report - Traffic Study The Council referred to the staff's report which stated that they received the most recent traffic study of the area from the County which indicated significant varia- tions in the previously assumed traffic flow needs associated with the General Development Plan, and that this can have major impact implications. Out-Parcels It was also noted in the report that some of the points submitted by the owners and their representatives of the out-parcels should be sent back to the Planning Commission for consideration. ORDINANCE ZONING ADDITIONAL It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded PROPERTIES OF EL RANCHO DEL REY by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried TO P-C that this matter be sent back to the Plan- ning Commission so that they may consider County traffic flow study and other new information submitted by out-parcel repre- sentatives since Planning Commission review. RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDED No action taken; referred back to Planning GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR Commission for review. EL RANCH DEL REY RESOLUTION APPROVING TENTATIVE Senior Planner Williams explained that these MAPS OF EL RANCHO DEL NEY two tentative maps were held over from the SUBDIVISION, UNITS 1 and 2 Council meeting of October 5, 1971 to give thc 0ray Land Company and the Sweetwater Union High School District an opportunity to settle the question of the location of the junior high school site. A special Board meeting was held by thc Sweetwater Union High School District on October 18, 1971. Judith Bauer, Secretary, Mrs. Bauer discussed both school sites: Sweetwater Union High School Board - located on the west side of the collector street, north of "J" Street, as proposed; and "B" - located on the east side of the north-south collector street~ south of "J" Street, as p~mposcd. Mrs. Bauer reported that the Board favors site "B", as it is under one ownership~ the grading can be accomplished more easily; it is within walking distance for all students; it would be the best site both for the stu- dents and taxpayers. The Board did consider site "F"~ more as an effort to assist the developer; however, the conditions as agreed to by the developer were not finalized. The Board's architect -2- reports that considerable grading would have to take place at this "F" ~ite, result- ing in a 50-foot bank. The site is under more than one ownership, thereby resulting in probable condemnation. One of the con- ditions agreed to by Mr. Pasquale, the de- veloper, was that his Company would pay the legal and condemnation fees for acquisition of this "F" site. Council discussion Council discussed the matter of a lack of correspondence from the School Board as to their preference of the "B" school site. Mrs. Bauer indicated that Mr. Rindone, Super- intendent, did indicate this to the staff as much as two years ago; that it was done verbally. Mr. Williams declared that all maps and correspondence were sent out to Mr. Rindone's office, but that correspondence pertaining to a specific school site was rather nebulous. Carmen Pasquale, Otay Land Mr. Pasquale claimed that maps of the school Company sites were sent out to the School Board's architect in January of this year, and that no reply was received. The conditions which Mr. Gersten agreed upon were in reference to site "F". Otay Land owns 25 acres, and there are approximately 15 acres of out-parcels. He told them that they could get it at acqui- sition cost. On the 15 acres, it would prob- ably involve condemnation, thereby involving a difference in price. This was connected up with the excess field dirt - 75,000 cubic yards of excess dirt. His company agreed to excavate and remove this dirt, which runs approximately $40~000. This is the amount of savings which they intended the School Board apply against the difference in Otay Land's land cost and what they would have to pay for the other pareel~ plus the con- demnation. Mr. Pasquale discussed the expense involved in the acquisition of the "B" school site. Staff's reconmaendation on school Mayor Hamilton asked for the staff's recom- site mendation on the school site. City Manager Thomson commented that the staff's recommendation would be based on planning and not on the many economic situ- ations, as discussed by the developer. Mr. Williams, Senior Planner, noted that a Planned Unit Development has already been approved which was based on the terrain of the area. He noted the extensive cut bank along that area fronting on Telegraph Canyon Road, and the vast amount of grading that would have to be done. Re declared that he could not visualize getting a school site on this site that would get access off Tele- graph Canyon Road. Mr. Williams discussed the service area of the proposed school site~ commenting that "F" school site meets all thc criteria. -3- Joseph Rindone, Superintendent, Mr. Rindone co~nented that the "B" site has Sweetwater Union High School always been their choice. They were will- District lng to consider the "F" site if the developer had agreed to certain conditions: (1) selling land at acquisition costs; (2) if condemna- tion is involved in acquiring the additional 15 acres, the developer would pay the legal, court and appraisal fees. Ron Calhoun, Wilsey & Ham Mr. Calhoun briefly discussed the economics of acquiring site "B". He listed several reasons why they feel the '~" site would be better: (1) it is closer to the initial development area; (2) people from the Planned Unit Development will be able to go to the "F" site via an underpass rather than cross- ing a major street; (3) the basic costs of acquiring the site. School Board meeting Mrs. Bauer stated the School Board would meet again on Thursday, October 21. The Council asked for the developer's consent to hold this matter over for one week. Recess Mr. Pasquale asked for a recess at 8:35 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 8:50 P.M. Consent given Mr. Pasquale consented to the one week con- tinuance for the sole purpose of working with the Sweetwater Union High School to resolve site "F". Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that this item be continued for one week. Elementary School sites In answer to Councilman Hobel's inquiry, Mr. Williams said he received a letter today from this School District stating that they would llke to have the final maps conditioned upon final resolution. They have agreed in principle on negotiations on a site, and their counsel is working on it. School Board meeting Mayor Hamilton asked the City Clerk to attend the School Board meeting scheduled for this Thursday evening, and to take notes of the action taken on the proposed school sites. Mrs. Bauer informed the Mayor that the meet- ings were taped, and the tape would be available to the City Clerk. Council conference It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Couneilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a Council conference be set for Novem- ber 17, 1971, 3 P.M., with the School Dis- tricts and developers in order for the Council to formulate a policy pertaining to schools. PUBLIC HEARING - CONSIDERATION City Attorney Lindberg explained that this OF CITY'S INTENTION TO ESTABLISH hearing has been called to consider the DOWNTC~UN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT establishment of a parking and business improvement area, to provide for the levy of an additional business license tax on specified business conducted within such area~ classifying various businesses for such purpose, describing the boundaries of the proposed area, the proposed uses to whieh the additional revenue shall be put, and the initial rate of increase for addi- tional levy of the license tax. -4- The purpose of the hearing is to hear all protests - for or against. This hearing can be continued by the Council from time to time, as deemed appropriate. Mr. Lind- berg asked all those in opposition to submit their names to the City Clerk -- these will be checked according to the business license tax paid by the protestants. Mr. Lindberg added that it would be his recommendation that, upon hearing all testi- mony, the Council continue the hearing for one week in order for the staff to evaluate the protests and bring back a report to the Council at the next meeting, when all per- sons can question the validity of these pro- tests. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hamilton declared the hearing opened. Petition filed in favor Mr. Stanley Glenn, Glenn's Market, 264 Third Avenue, presented the City Clerk with a port- folio of endorsements from ~ bu~i_~.s~ _~i_r~? -y~ in the area. Mr. Glenn stated he represented a number of businessmen in this area and asked the Council's approval of the formation of the District. William Cameron, Attorney, Mr. Cameron referred to the petition sub- 203 Church Avenue mitred earlier to the City Clerk which he stated contained the signatures of 69 busi- nessmen in this area against the establish- ment of the District. In addition to those signatures~ Mr. Cameron filed an additional petition containing 26 signatures. Mr. Cameron questioned the constitutional issues involved, and the equal protection clause. He declared that none of the busi- nesses that signed the petition want the additional levy of taxes; many are not mem- bers of the Downtown Association; the forma- tion of the District should be on a voluntary basis and handled by someone like the Chamber of Cormmerce; he questions the City's direction to collect thc taxes; questions the governing board's dispursement of the taxes; it would start a precedent whereby the Gouncil could establish the same type District in other parts of the City. Petition noted For the record, City Clerk Jennie Fulasz stated she received a petition in opposition signed by owners of 68 businesses in this area; also~ one letter received from the owners of the Camille Shop opposing the establishment of the district and indicating they need a new category for their business. Speaking in opposition Speaking in opposition were; Theodore D. Cartwright, American Opinion Library, 284 "G" Street; Bob Fuson~ Fuson's Garage, 333 '~" Street. SpeakinE for the District Speaking in favor of the establishment of the District were the Manager of Chub's Club, 275 Third Av~mue; ~adk ~arper: Harper's Music Store, 266½ Third Avenue; and Prank Sipriani, Goldsmith, 303 Third Avenue. -5- Kitty Raso, 373 Third Avenue, submitted a disclaimer for Bob Pering, 393 Third Avenue, owner of The Butcher Block, asking that his name be removed from the petition of protest. City Attorney's statement Mr. Lindberg, in answer to Councilman Scott's inquiry, stated that determination of the petitions should be made at a public hearing. The proponents should be put on notice that the City Council will make a final determi- nation at the next meeting. If additional protests mre to be registered with the City Clerk, it is hoped they will be registered prior to next meeting, so that she can report her analysis to the Council, and that issue be finally determined at the next public hearing. Continued for one week It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde, that the hearing be con- tinued for one week. Motion carries The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Hyde: Hobel~ Hamilton Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: None Recess The Mayor called for a recess at 9:40 P.M. and the meeting reconvened at 9:50 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING - CONSIDERATION Associate Planner Lee submitted a plat noting OF gRANGE OF SETBACK ADJACENT TO the location of the property. He explained FIRST AVENUE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED that the hearing was set to consider a change AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FIRST of setback from 25 feet to 10 feet adjacent AVENUE AND COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE to First Avenue The City Planning Commission recommends the reduction of setback to 10 feet adjacent to First Avenue and no reduction from the 30- foot setback required adjacent to Country Club Drive. Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hamilton opened the public hearing. Public hearing closed There being no comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Councilman Hyde suggests "P" zone Councilman Hyd~ suggested the ordinance be put on its first reading with a modification that the "P" zone be established to this zone because of the unusual shaped lot. City Attorney Lindberg explained that the hearing was called to consider the change of setback. The suggestion of the "P" zone could be directed back to the Planning Com- mission for consideration~ if it is the de- sire of the Council. ORDINANCE NO. 1370 - CHANGING It was moved by Councilman Hyde that this SETBACK ADJACENT TO FIRST AVENUE ordinance be placed on its first reading FOR PROPERTY AT THE NORTHWEST and that reading of the text be waived by CORNER OF FIRST AVENUE AND unanimous consent. The motion carried by COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None -6- RESOLUTION NO. 6240 - APPROVING At the meeting of August 20, 1971, the City AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO Manager was given direction to take the FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF EMERGENCY necessary action to enable City participation EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM in the Public Employment Program of the Emergency Employment Act. This Program is established under the Federal Emergency Employment Act of 1971 and is de- signed to combat unemployment by subsidizing the creation of public service jobs which would not be available otherwise. Funding is provided through the State of California to the County of San Diego. The City receives a portion of the funds allocated to the County upon agreeing to the conditions of the Act. 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. 6241 - ACCEPTING On October 12, 1971, the Director of Public BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR Works received informal bids for the con- CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINAGE IMPROVE- struction of drainage improvements at 273 MENTS AT 273 BEECH AVENUE, 274 and Beech Avenue and 274, 276 Cedar Avenue. 276 CEDAR AVENUE It is recorm~ended that the City Council (1) accept the bids and award the contract to T. B. Penick and Sons, InCo, in the amount of $4,821.60, and (2) authorize expenditure of $4,975 from the Capital Improvement Fund, Storm Drain Group Project No. 1 (PW-3-71) for this project. 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. 6242 - DIRECTING By Resolution No. 5276, the City Council ENGINEER OF WORK TO MAKE THE approved an agreement designating Bryant, ASSESSMENT FOR 1911 ACT ~ROVE- Jehle, Jefferies and Philips, Architects MENT DISTRICTS 70-1 and 70-2 and Engineers~ as Engineer of Work to per- INSTEAD OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF form p~ofessional services under the Improve- STREETS mcnt Act of 1911. Item (1) of that agreement requires the preparation of the assessment diagram by the Engineer of Work. Section 5284 of the Streets and Highways Code stipu- lates that the City Council may, by resolu- tion, provide and direct that the assessment for 1911 Acts be made by the Engineer of Work instead of by the Superintendent of Streets. 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 -7- REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO CALL Director of Public Works Cole referred to FOR BIDS FOR THE WIDENING OF "J" the written report submitted to the City STREET AND CONSTRUCTION OF SEWER Council in which he explained that the ex- FROM I-5 PREEWAY WEST TO THE MEAN tension of "J" Street from I-5 west to the HIGH TIDE LINE mean high tide line is being coordinated with the Port District development. This project will provide for the railroad cross- ing, ornamental street lights and a land- scaped median. The construction of these improvements is necessary to provide access and service to the "J" Street marina and Tidelands Avenue, which the Port District is constructing under a separate contract. Mr. Cole indicated that the schedule will be as follows: Advertise for bids 10-24-71 Award contract 11-23-71 C on, hence construction 12-13-71 Complete construction 3-13-72 Authorization granted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Council~n Hyde and unanimously carried that authorization be granted to call for bids for the widening of "J" Street and construction of sewer from I-5 ~reeway west to the mean high tide line~ REQUEST OF HUMAN RELATIONS A request has been submitted from the Human COMMISSION FOR DESIGNATION OF Relations Con~nission for City Council to "HUMAN RELATIONS DAY" set aside the day of January 15 of each year as "Human Relations Day" in honor of the birthday of Martin Luther King. Request approved It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the request be approved. ACTION ON REQUEST FROM DOWNTOWN This item was deferred from the meeting of ASSOCIATION FOR FINANCIAL September 21, 1971~ in order to be consid- ASSISTANCE - CHRISTMAS PARADE ered on the same agenda as the item regard- AND DECORATIONS ins the Downtown Business Improvement public hearing. The request is for the waiver of the 50%-50% requirement for funds in order to sponsor the Starlight Yule Parade as well as the Christmas decorations for the downtown area. They are asking for the total approved budgeted funds for this year only, stating that once the Improvement District is in effect~ they will no lonser come to the Council asking for this financial assistance. Motion for no-interest loan It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that a no-interest loan be given, The staff to work out the amount and time involved. Councilman Scott noted that an agreement must be made between the Downtown Associa- tion and the City Council on this. This agreement will have to be brought back to the Council for approval. -8- ORDINANCE NO. 1368 - REZONING It was moved by Councilman Hobel that this PROPERTY ON THE EAST SIDE OF LANDIS ordinance be placed on its ~reading AVENUE FROM DAVIDSON STREET SOUTH and that reading of the text be waived by TO 150 FEET NORTH OF "F" STREET unanimous consent. The motion carried by FROM C-O TO C-O-P - SECOND READING the following vote, to-wit: AND ADOPTION AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl, Scott Noes: None Absent: None CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STATUS - City Manager Thomson reported on the status CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE of the capital improvements of the bar and restaurant facility at the Golf Course. He stated he met with Mr. Agee and secured a capital improvement phasing program. (Mr. Thomson submitted a written report on this). Mr. Agee stated that he is now working with his fifth architect; the problem is trying to work within the $200,000 limit as set forth in the agreement. This fifth archi- tect is working with a figure close to $300,000. Mr. Thomson added that he asked Mr. Agee to submit a set of plans, the cost estimate tied to those plans, and with Coun- cil consent~ a modification of the agreement of the dollar limit. Mr. Thomson claimed that Mr. Agee can have this ready within 60 days and would request a Council conference on the matter. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Hobel~ seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the CityManager's imterim report be accepted. UNITED NATIONS DAY Mayor Hamilton invited all the Councilmen and public to attend the United Nations Day festivities at Norman Park Center, beginning at 6:30 P.M., Thursday, October 21, 1971. gWEE~ATER VALLEY ANNEXATION City Attorney Lindberg reported that litiga- tion is presently being held in abeyance. The attorneys on both sides agreed that a decision by the Court, at this time, would be highly unlikely and the election would proceed. The understanding is that if the election is turned down by a majority of the voters, all issues relative to annexation procedures become m~o~. If the annexation is sueeessful~ then all aspects of the pro- cedure up to the election will be tested im LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN Councilman Scott reviewed the Bills on the latest California League of Cities Legisla- tive Bulletin. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that a letter be written to Assemblyman Deddeh regarding SB 565 - Automobile in Lieu Tax in support; a letter be written to Gov- ernor Reagan asking that he sign SB 325 into law - Public Transportation Revenue; also a letter to the Governor asking him to veto AB 1098 when it comes to his desk - manda- tory retirement benefits for Policemen and Firemen. -9- CPO MEETING Councilman Hobel reported on the meeting held yesterday, October 18, 1971. It was requested that Chula Vista be put on as a policy member of the Transportation Cormnit- tee, with equal stature with the City of Oceanside because of this City's in-city transportation. The second item was the criteria for determ- ining premature development - growth in communities. If the Council desires, members of the CPO staff can c~ne down and go ~ver this with the Council at a conference. Coun- cilman Hobel suggested this be put on the November 17 agenda. It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that staff of CPO be invited to the confer- ence set for November 17, along with the members of the Environmental Control Commis- sion, to discuss growth in co~m~unities. WARNER SPRING CONFERENCE Councilman Hobel mentioned the forthcoming Warner Springs Oonference to be held next month (November 4, 5, 6). Mayor Hamilton suggested that the City Manager and City Attorney attend this conference. TIA JUANA FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT Councilman Hobel stated he talked to other groups at the CPO meeting about this. Coro- nado stated if they had been at the meeting, they would have voted for it, and therefore, the measure would have passed. National City has not changed its stand. This item was not on the agenda and is not presently scheduled for the next CPO agenda. Letters to be sent Councilman Scott noted the letters to be sent to the Assemblyman~ Senators, President~ et¢.~ relative to this. He remarked that it should be pointed out that this Council has no objection to the protection of the Tia Juana Flood Control valley. Mainly, the Council wants the other alternatives to be looked into, other than having this wide concrete channel. COI~ISSION VACANCIES Councilman Hyde noted the number of vacancies on the various Cormnission~. Mayor Hamilton asked that the press print up a news block noting the vacancies and asking people to make applications. Deadline for submitting applications to be on November 8, 1971. TRACKS AT "E" STREET Councilman Hyde noted the memo from the Director of Public Works which stated that the State Division of Highways was paying for removing the double tracks and install- ing a single track across '~" Street. Councilman Hyde moved: seconded by Council- man Egdahl and unanimously carried that a letter be prepared for the Mayor's signature, reporting this to the Chamber of Gormmerce, commending them and thanking the parties for bringing this to the Council's attention. -10- JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF Councilman Hyde asked for a firm agenda for SUPERVISORS the meeting to be held on November 4, at 9 A.M. Council discussion The Council discussed various items to be put on the agenda. Motion made It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the following items be scheduled for discussion: Spheres of Influence Court and County Facilities Joint Projects It was noted that a number of sub-titles could be put on this, such as: zoning, parks, and mobilehome parks. Councilman Hyde indi- cated that the Planning staff should be pre- pared to demonstrate specific zoning prob- lems; they should indicate the location and quantity of mobilehome parks; and if discuss- ing high density R-3 zoning, they should be prepared to discuss the proliferation of this matter, particularly in the South Bay COPR~UNITY RECOGNITION DINNER It was suggested by Councilman Hyde that in the month of January, the City hold a Com- mnnity Recognition Dinner. The staff was directed to come up with a recormnendation as to what, where and who. MEDIAN STRIP Councilman Hyde called attention to the con- dition of the median strip on Third Avenue extension. He suggested the staff look into all existing median strips before expanding further into the median strip program. AWARD OF BIDS - DRAINAGE Councilman Egdahl noted the discrepancy in IMPROVEMENTS AT 273 BEECH AVENUE, the amounts on the resolutionS4,821 for the bid; 274 and 276 CEDAR AVENUE $4,975 to be appropriated. Director of Public Works Cole stated these were unit prices -- the difference provides for a cushion. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TOb~R Mr. Williams, Senior Planner, stated he has arranged for a Council tour of the PUD's on Saturday, October 16~ from 8 A.M. to 10 A.M. Councilman Scott asked that the Environmental Control Con~nission and Planning Commission members be invited. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Jack Curmnings~ 332 "F" Street Mr. Cummings submitted additional petitions opposing the proposed location of "Our House" at the '~" Street and Garrett Avenue property. THe petitions contained 37 signatures. Joseph F~rone, 821 Twining Avenue~ Mr. l{aron¢ stated he was an ox-heroin user Imperial Beach and spent some time in State Institutions. He commented that there were a number of them in Chula Vista who are now off drugs and wish to offer their services to the com- munity. He spoke in support of "Our House" noting that the people going there get coun- seling and help. Mr. FLRrone added that his group would like to start a program whereby they oan talk to junior and high school stu- dents where the problem of drugs is most prevalent. -11- Mayor Hamilton asked him to contact the South Bay ~rug Abuse Co~ittee and the City's Human Relations Cormnission for help in starting such a program. ADJOLrRNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 10:45 P.M. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 26, 1971, at 7 P.M. -12-