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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1970/11/17 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETIN~ OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday November 17, 1970 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was held in the Council Chamber on the above date at 7:00 P.M., with the following Council- men present: Councilmen Scott, Hobet, Hamilton, Hyde Absent: Councilman Egdahl Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Acting Chief Administrative Officer Thomson, Director of Public Works Cole, Fire Chief Smithey, Police Chief Winters, Purchasing Agent Stanley, Director of Parks and Recreation Jasinek 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 November 10, 1970 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by YOUTH ADVISORY COI~ISSION Councilman Hyde, and carried that George Munoz and Albert Pollorena be appointed to the Youth Advisory Con~nission~ as recon~nended by the Human Relations Commission~ Councilman Scott voted no. VISITORS AND CONVENTION Mrs. Phyllis Foster, Executive Director, gave BUREAU - FINANCIAL REPORT the quarterly financial report of this organiza- tion, submitting written statements to the Council. APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OF It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by APPEALS - YOUTH TRAINEE Councilman Scott, and unanimously carried that Robert Vines~ Mark Sain, and William Perry be appointed as non-voting members to the Board of Appeals for the remainder of this college semester. Resolution requested It was also moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott~ and unanimously carried that thc City Attorney be directed to bring back a resolution at the next meeting (November 24, 1970) making this a Council policy, that the members of the Youth Trainee Program also serve as non- voting members of the Board of Appeals. ORDINANCE NO. 1307 - ADDING City Attorney Lindberg explained the reason for TO THE CITY CODE THE PROHI- this proposed ordinance citing a case originating BITION OF UNNECESSARY OR in the Bonita Valley which was brought to trial. UNREASONABLE LIGHT - FIRST Mr. Lindberg then reviewed in detail the provi- READING sions of the proposed ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous eon- sent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Absent: Councilman Egdaht Mr. Eugene York, representing South Bay Improve- ment Organization, stated he had requested a copy of this ordinance when it was made available, but was not aware that it was ready for Council con- sideration until he received his agenda in the mail Saturday. He felt this was not sufficient time to obtain a copy of the ordinance and dis- tribute it to this organizational group - 15 members. He requested that this item be con- tinued either for a public hearing or for an opportunity for the people that are interested to come in and be heard. Councilman Scott co~aented that anyone interested in this subject could come before the Council at the next meeting (November 24, 1970) at which time this ordinance would be scheduled for the second reading. ORDINANCE NO. 1308 - AMENDING It was moved by Councilman Scott that this SCHEDULE IX OF TRAFFIC CODE ordinance be placed on its first reading and that TO INCREASE SPEED LIMIT ON reading of the text be waived by unanimous con- "F" STREET - FIRST READING sent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl ORDINANCE NO. 1309 - AMENDING It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ORDINANCE NO. 990 TO ADD CHARGE ordinance be placed on its first reading and that FOR CERTIFICATES COVERING LIENS reading of the text be waived by unanimous con- AND ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY - sent. The motion carried by the following vote, FIRST READING to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RESOLUTION NO. 5851 - APPROVING Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the CONTRACT FOR SALE OF LOT NO. 8 text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and OF PALM GARDENS ESTATES adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES; Councilmen Hyde, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RESOLUTION NO. 5852 - APPROVING Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and PURCNASE OF COMMUNICATIONS adopted by the following vote, to-wit: EQUIPMENT AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RESOLUTION NO. 5853 - AMENDING Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the RESOLUTION NO. 5845 ADDING TWO text was waived by unanimous consent~ passed and ADDITIONAL RADIO UNITS AND adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5703 AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde TO DELETE PROJECT NO. 9 FROM Noes: None CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Absent: Councilman Esdahl RESOLUTION NO. 5854 - ACCEPT- Mr. Carl Stanley, Purchasing Agent, discussed the ING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT delivery dates offered by the three bidders. FOR POLICE COMMUNICATIONS CONSOLE CENTER Mr. Arthur Johnson, representing Motorola Company, 1301 Algonquin Road, Chicago, Illinois, spoke in detail about the bids contending that there were discrepancies in the bidding. His company bid on the specifications as advertised, but if allowed to make the identical bid as that of Technical Products, they could give the City this equipment for $6,000 less than the bid of Technical Products. -2- Mr. Ralph White, 4223 Marianna Drive, Los Angeles, Vice-President of Technical Products, Inc., stated that the bids were opened on July 30, 1970, and Mr. Johnson had ample time to challenge the bid prior to this meeting. Mr. Alfred Lorona, 1424 West Victoria, Montebello, representing Mobile Radio, Inc., indicated that the specs were written around Motorola equipment, but it was routine practice for his company to bid on such specifications. He maintained that the discrepancies, as discussed, were minor ones, alleging that it was virtually impossible for any other vendor to manufacture a piece of hardware that exactly matches Motorola equipment. Councilman Scott moved that this matter be held over for one week in order for the Council to obtain more information on this subject. The motion was not seconded. Acting Chief Administrative Officer Thomson dis- cussed the report submitted by the consultant. He cautioned the Council against "auction bidding". The resolution was offered by Councilman Scott, reading of the text was waived by unanimous con- sent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RECESS The Mayor called for a recess at 8:41 P.M., recon- vcning the meeting at 8:55 P.M. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF This is a request of the Chula Vista Visitors and MOVE-IN TO 700 BLOCK OF Convention Bureau for thc move-in of a 12'x20' "E" STREET building onto property in the 700 block of "E" Street. This will be a temporary location - 2 years - until a permanent facility can be con- structed. The Planning Commission recommends approval, subject to the submission of a land- scaping plan and four parking spaces to be located at the south side of the building. Mr. Clay Gingerich, Senior Building Inspector, discussed the shake shingle roof approved by the Board of Appeals. Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Scott~ seconded by Councilman Hobel, and unanimously carried that the move-in be approved, subject to the conditions imposed by the Planning Cormmission with the added condition that there be a mandatory review of the facility in two years. REQUEST TO REALLOCATE FUNDS Mrs. Phyllis Foster, Executive Director of the FOR FURCHASE OF TOURIST Visitor and Convention Bureau, requested Council BUILDING approval of the reallocation of existing funds which were approved for the Bureau'e 1970-71 fiscal year budget for the purchase of this tem- porary building. Mrs. Foster listed several items, funds for which have not been expended, and could be used for this purchase. Councilman Scott commen~¢d that he would be totally against the City contributing to the purchase of this building. -3- City Attorney Lindberg explained that there was no indication in the contract that the City would become a partner in this operation. Ail that is being requested is the transfer of the rent funds for the acquisition of this building. Referred to staff for report It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel, and carried that this matter be referred to the staff for report and recom- mendation. This report to be submitted to the Council at the meeting of December 1, 1970. Councilman Scott voted no. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by CALL FOR BIDS ON AUTOMATIC Councilman Hobel, and unanimously carried that IRRIGATION SYSTEM AT GOLF authorization be granted to advertise for bids COURSE for irrigation equipment, Phase II, Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course. REPORT ON SAN DIEGO COUNTY Acting Chief Administrative Officer Thomson dis- CHAPTER OF NATIONAL SAFETY cussed the programs offered by the National Safety COUNCIL Council in which they stated there was City par- ticipation. Each of these programs was discussed with the department involved and upon complete analysis, it was felt that there was no justifi- cation for the City to spend the $400 for the continuation of this membership. Mr. William Wappes, Chairman of the Safety Com- mission, commented that this Commission could discuss the value of this program and bring a report back to the Council. Referred to Safety Commission It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by Coun- cilman Hyde, and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the Safety Commission for report and reeor~nendation at its next meeting. National Safety Council to Mayor Hamilton advised Mr. Russ Crane of the be notified National Safety Council, who was in the audience, that he would be notified when this report is ready for Council consideration. INTERVIEWS FOR COMMISSIONS Mayor Hamilton suggested the Council meet at 5:30 AND BOARDS P.M. Tuesday, November 24, 1970, to interview the applicants for the Environmental Control Com- mission and the one vacancy on the Library Board. Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Hyde~ and unanimously carried that the Council meet at 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 24, 1970, to interview the applicants. MEETING WITH PORT DISTRICT Mayor Hamilton stated that Mr. Robert Campbell, REPRESENTATIVES Port Co~nissioner, talked to him today and asked that the members of the C(~m~nittee, as appointed by the Mayor, meet with him and the other repre- sentatives of the Port District, on Thursday, November 19, 1970, at 2 P.M. The place of the meeting ie not eartain, but it may be in the Mayor's office. -4- CITY BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM Councilman Hyde referred to the written report submitted by Acting Chief Administrative Officer Thomson relative to the formation of a City Beautification Program. Mr. Hyde discussed the different aspects of the program as submitted by Mr. Thomson and various suggestions he would like to see initiated. He stated he would meet with Mr. Thomson and go over these recommendations. Refer to Environmental Mayor Hamilton suggested that these comments, as Control Commission presented by Councilman Hyde, be included in the report, and the report be reviewed by the Environ- mental Control Commission for a report back to the Council. DEVELOPMENT ALONG TELEGRAPH Councilman Hyde referred to the Planning Cormmis- CANYON ROAD/OTAY LAKES ROAD sion minutes of October 19, 1970, in which recom- mendations were submitted by the South Bay Citizens' Planning Co~mnittee for guide lines in the develop- ment along Telegraph Canyon Road/Otay Lakes Road. Mr. Hyde stated that this was a worthwhile project and he would encourage the staff to proceed along these lines at a reasonable speed. PROPER NOTIFICATION OF Mr. Eugene York, 280 ~K" Street, referring back ORDINANCES to the lighting ordinance passed by the Council this evening, reiterated that proper notification to interested parties is not being given. He requested that the Council direct the staff to take action on this. The Council concurred that better co~nunications with these groups should be established in the dissemination of these proposed ordinances. Councilman Hyde suggested that the City Attorney, staff, or City Clerk give some consideration to the proposal that the originator of the proposed ordinance, as part of his responsibility, submit a list of interested parties or associations which should be mailed a copy of the draft. The Council discussed whether a charge should be made for these copies. Referred to staff The Mayor directed that the staff look into this matter. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 9:45 P.M. The Council will meet at 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 24, 1970, to conduct interviews for appointments to the Environmental Control Cormmission. -5-