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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1970/08/04 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday August 4, 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 PoM., with the following Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott~ Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Absent: None Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant Administrative Officer Thomson, Assistant City Engineer Gesley, Planning Director Warren, Administrative Assistant Ratelle Mayor Hamilton led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl, and carried that the Council minutes for the meeting of July 28, 1970, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. ~RDINANCE NO, 1295 - Amending zoning ordinance regulating signs in commercial zones First Reading Planning Director Warren reviewed Planning Cormnission recommendations, as contained in the written report of the City Attorney, on seven changes to the sign ordinance, as proposed by the Council. Mr. Tom Huddleston, speaking for the Broadway Association, stated they agree in most part with changes as proposed except they feel that existing signs should be exempt from landscaping unless changed, at which time adherence to the code would be in order. Also under the abatement section it was felt the $4.00 per square foot allowed for replacement value or market value of neon signs was not equitable for large signs, compared to the $20.00 per square foot allowed for Post Double-Face Signs. It was moved by Councilman Scott, that the ordinance be placed on its first reading with the amendment that the requirement for landscaping around free- standing poles be eliminated for poles already existing and be required around new signs installed. Reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent. The motion was carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: Mayor Hamilton Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5738 - Reaffirming intent of Council to complete Tidelands Avenue 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 ~-~~_- Accepting easements for drainage purposes on Second Avenue Offered by Councilman Egdahl~ the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent~ passed and adopted by the following vote~ to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl~ Scott, Hobel~ Hamilton~ Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5740 - Granting permission to construct driveways in excess of Code limitations at 240 and 250 Bonita Glen Drive Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott~ Hobel~ Mamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None R~_SOLUTION NO. 5741 - Approving change orders for Loma Verde Park pool and recreational facilities and appropriating funds therefor Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5742 - Ordering vacation of temporary alignment of East "J" Street Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5743 - Quitclaiming City property to Myron J. Dalseth Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5744 - Adopting Council policy relating to provision of City office space and equipment for employa~ groups Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5745 - Adopting Council policy relating to provision of City office space and equipment for Police Reserve Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5746 - Authorization to proceed with 1911 Act Improvement District for alley improvements between Del Mar and Church Avenues, and "E" and Davidson Streets Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote~ to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5747 - Accepting grant deed from Princess Park Estates, Inc., for Crest Drive At this time, 8:40 p.m., it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde~ and carried, that the Council adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation. Council reconvened at 8:44 p.m. Offered Dy Councilman Scott~ the reading of the text was waived by unani- mous consent~ passed and adopted by the following vote~ to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde~ Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None REPORT ON REQUEST FOR FUNDS FOR CHRISTMAS PARADE Assistant Administrative Offlccr Thomson stated that a report from Administrative Assistant Patella indicates the Downtown Association will expend a maximum of $4,2§9.23 on tee annual Starlight Yule Parade and decorations for the coming Christmas season. The Association having requested $3,000 on a match- ing basis, the staff recormnended an allocation of $2,135. It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel, and carried, that the sum of $2,135 be authorized on a matching fund basis with the Downtown Association, as recommended, said sum to come from the Council Cormnunity Promotion Account 5451. ~/REPORT ON ACTION OF CITY OF SAN DIEGO RELATING TO SEWER SERVICE RIGHTS Assistant Administrative Officer Thomson reported that a report will be forthcoming from the City of San Diego the later part of August relative to ques- tions by the Council pertaining to sewer service area rights. REPORT ON STREET LIGHTING - J Street extension to mean high tide line Assistant City Engineer Gesley stated that after conferring with Port District staff it was learned that the light standards used on Harbor Island, and proposed by the District for use on J Street to the mean high tide line, are 10' taller than those used in the City of Chula Vista. He stated it is possible to have the City Standards made longer. It was moved by Councilman Scott~ seconded by Councilman Hyde, and carried, that if the Port District concurs that they can use standards of the type used in the City, that these be used, except for the lights. REPORT ON PROPOSED 1911 ACT IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Arizona Street Mr. Lloyd Jefferies, Engineer of Work, for the 1911 Act Improvement District, Arizona Street, east of Broadway, stated he has talked with Mr. Manuel Fisher, owner of property at the southeast corner of Broadway and Arizona Street, and indicated to him that it would be possible to give him access to the rear of his property off of Arizona Street. He stated it would be necessary to obtain an easement for drainage purposes across the Broadway frontage of Mr. Fisher's property. Mr. Fisher, 4738 Lucille Drive, San Diego, stated he was opposed to the proposal of the Engineer of Work and would prefer to have everything remain as it is now. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde, and carried, that the City Engineer be directed to prepare for the next meeting, the necessary resolution to proceed with the 1911 Act on this portion of Arizona Street. REPORT ON GUAVA AVENUE PARKING LOT Assistant City Engineer Gesley explained that in error a subcontractor demolished the sidewalk and curbing in front of the Library and Post Office prior to the date Set for such demolition, in preparing for construction of the Guava Avenue parking lot. Mr. Gesley stated the situation can be left as is until Monday, August 10, the scheduled date for starting the construction, or close off Guava Avenue immediately and continue with the demolition and construction. Mr. Gesley was advised to take care of the situation in the best and safest way possible. v/~PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORT ON REQUESTS OF SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND YOUNG HISTORIANS A report was submitted from the Parks and Recreation Commission con- curring with Council action that a monetary subsidy for the South Bay Archeolog- ical Survey be denied, but that departmental staff assist in applying for funds from the appropriate agency~ should tangible evidence of any historical signifi- cance concerning Rohr Park or other City park be submitted. The Commission further recommended that the Recreation Division attempt to establish an active junior historical group and that the present lease with the South Bay Historical Society, of the adobe building in Rohr Park~ be terminated as of September 10, 1970. It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde, and carried, that we receive their report; that we encourage them to assist as time and evidence comes to light; that they assist in applying for funds from the appropriate agencies~ such assistance to be given to the South Bay Archeological Society; that we accept the recormnendation of terminating the lease on the adobe building in Rohr Park as of September 10, 1970, with the encouragement to the Parks and Recreation Department to establish an active Junior Historical group. 0 CE NO 12 - Amending City Code relating to requirements for the issuance of a business license - Second reading and adoption It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be placed on its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The ordinance was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde~ Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1294 - Amending City Code relating to licensing of pawnbrokers and junk and secondhand dealers - Second reading and adoption It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be placed on its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The ordinance was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None COUNCIL CONFERENCE SET It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl, and carried, that a Council Conference be held on Monday, August 10, 1970 at 3:00 p.m., to discuss methods and means of financing a new library, charter changes and for- mat for a meeting with Bonita-Sunnyside residents which is scheduled for Thursday, August 13 at 7:30 p.m. REQUEST FOR REPORT ON ASSESSED VALUATIONS AND TAX RATE It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that Finance Officer Grant be directed to make a report on assessed val- uations and the proposed tax rate, at the next meeting. ~REQUEST FOR REPORT ON FILLING OF VACANCIES Upon request of Councilman Hyde, Personnel Director McCabe was directed to make a report at the next meeting on the progress of tilling vacancies for posi- tions of City Clerk, Fire Chief and Assistant Director of Planning. HAZARD DUE TO CAVES AT TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD AND 805 FREEWAY Councilman Egdahl reported that a safety hazard exists at the inter- section of Telegraph Canyon Road and 805 Freeway due to children playing in caves in the area. It was referred to staff for a report to be given next week. ~U.GGESTION FOR SYNOPSIS OF CITY ORDINANCES Councilman Egdahl suggested compiling a brief summary of City ordinances for use by newcomers to the City, in order to help them observe the local laws. It was referred to the staff for research and report. !"INVITATION TO MEETING ON PRESERVATION OF TIDELANDS LIFE A letter was read from Mrs, Jessie LaGrange, inviting Councilmen to participate in a planned observation of the Sweetwater River Area pertaining to preservation ot tidelands life. The meeting is to be held on Wednesday~ August 5, at the small boat launch parking area at the toot of 24th Street in National City~ at 11:30 a.m. "JOIN THE BUSSA~.LE~ Mrs. Eleanor Ar~erson~ am Chairman of the Chamber of Co~nerce Trans- portation Task Force, stated that in order to encourage youngsters lb years of age and younger to ride the Chula ¥ista busses, they nave started what is called the "Join the Bus~ables" program and are distributing buttons to those youngsters who ride the busses. Buttons were also distributed to each Councilman. L/~BJECTION TO PASSING SIGN ORDINANCE Mr. Nell Haas, 185 Broadway, objected strongly to the Council placing the sign ordinance on its first reading at this meeting because interested citizens nave not had time to study the changes as proposed, and it would be a hardship on some busInessmen to meet their obligations under the time table as set forth in the ordinance. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde, and carried, that the Council adjourn to executive session to discuss personal matters. Council adjourned to executive session at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened at Ii:10 p.m. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Mayor Hamilton announced the following nominations have been made for memberships on various Boards and Commissions: ~/ Board of Appeals - Loris Larsen for reappointment and James A~Chanoux for appoint- ment, terms to extend to June 30, 1974. Board of Ethics - Milton Grossman and Otis Pemberton for reappointment, terms to extend to June 30, 1974. V Civil Service Commission - H. A. Freet to fill vacancy created by resignation of Marguerite Falkenborg, term to expire June 30, 1973. (Direct Council appointment) /Human Relations Commission - Mrs. Martha Vickers for reappointment and Margaret Helton for appointment, terms to extend to June 30, 1974 and Marguerite Acosta to fill the unexpired term of Leo Nichols, term to expire June 30, 1973. Inte~ational Friendship Commission - Delwyn Brooks for reappointment, term to expire June 30, 1974 and Everette Thorne and Jose Viesca for appoint- ment, term to expire June 30, 1974. Felipe Pulido for appointment to fill unexpired term of Pepita Torres-Campos, said term to expire . June 30, 1971. Library Board - Mrs. Alice Foster for reappointment and Mrs. Linda Courchaine for appointment, terms to expire June 30, 1974. Harry LaBore to fill the unexpired term of John Calvert, said term to expire June 30, 1973. ~ Parking Place Cormnission - John Smith for appointment, term to expire June 30, 1973. Parks and Recreation Commission - Mrs. Vanitta Olinger for reappointment, term to expire June 30, 1974. ,/Planning Commission - George Chandler and Herbert Hillson for reappointment, terms to expire June 30, 1974. Safety Commission - William Wappes for reappointment and Edward Potter for appoint- merit, terms to expire June 30, 1974 and George Brines to fill the un- expired term of Donald Hombel, said term to expire June 30, 1972. It was moved by Councilman Hyde~ seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried, that the persons nominated, as announced by Mayor Hamilton, be approved for appointment to the Boards and Cormnissions indicated. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 11:15 pom., sine die. ~City Clerk