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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1970/03/17 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETI/qG OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday March 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 Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Scott Absent: None Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Thorn, City Engi- neer Cole, Assistant Administrative Officer Thomson, Planning Director Warren Mayor Hyde led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a mOment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of March 10, 1970, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PRESENTATION FROM SOUTH~GUIDANCE CENTER Captain Norval Richardson, representing the South Bay Guidance Center, presented a check in the amount of $1,000 as the final payment on the $3,000 loan they were granted by the Council on August 16, 1966. ORDINANCE NO. 1270 - Amending Schedule IX of Traffic Code to include increased speed limit on East "J" Street - First reading It was moved by Councilman McAllister that this ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5569 - Accepting public improvements on East Palomar Street Offered by 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5570 - Accepting, naming and dedicating a portion of Bonita Glen Drive Offered by 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5571 - Amending Schedule III of Traffic Code to prohibit parking on portion of East "I" Street Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5572 - Approving grant of easement to San Diego Gas and Electric Company Offered by 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAIlister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION ~ Granting deed to Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company for Third Avenue property In order that the deed description can be rewritten to include an ease- ment for drainage facilities, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Coun- cilman Sylvester, and carried that this item be held over one week. RESOLUTION NO. 5573 - Concurring with award of annual requirements for City under combined bid with County of San Diego - Standard Oil Company Offered by 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde~ McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5574 - Approving concept of a Garden Park development at South- western College Offered by Councilman Scott with the amendment to add the word "Formal" in front of "Garden Park development", the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5575 - Approving an amendment to the Joint Powers agreement - Serra Library System Offered by 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, Sylvester~ Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5576 - Accepting, naming and dedicating an easement across San Diego Gas and Electric Company right-of-way to be known as "J" Street Offered by Councilman Scott, fhe reading of the text was waived by unani- mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None CALL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR LANDSCAPTNG DRAINAGE STRUCTURE ON "H" STREET Upon staff recommendation, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the Director of Public Works be authorized to call for bids for landscaping the drainage structure on "H" Street from First Avenue to Elm Avenue. FIVE-YEARMEMBERSHIP PLAN AT MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE DISCONTINUED Upon the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Cormnission, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the five-year membership card for use at the Municipal. Golf Course be discontinued. REPORT ON CONTROL OF PIGEONS Complaints having been made over the nuisance caused by an abundance of pigeons in certain areas of the City, Administrative Officer Thorn reported on various methods possible to reduce the pigeon population. The most humane method being to feed grain which would cause sterilization, it was the recommendation of Mr. Thorn that the City make available to those citizens concerned, informa- tion on method to pursue regarding tRe pigeon sterilization program. The Council concurred. AMENDMENTS TO AGREEMENTS WITH AZTEC BUS LINES AUTHORIZED Administrative Officer Thorn requested that the Council authorize an amendment to the agreement with the Aztec Bus Lines which would designate the Aztec Bus Lines as the agency responsible for advertising in and on the intra- city buses and that the City receive ten percent of the gross revenue. Also an amendment to provide that the Aztec Bus Lines be permitted to pay the City ten percent of all charter fees accrued through the use of the above subject buses in a manner which is convenient to both the Aztec Bus Lines and the Finance Department of the City. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary resolution incorporating the two amendments, as requested by Mr. Thorn. REPORT ON BOND SALE City Attorney Lindberg reported that word has come from Stone and Young- berg, financial consultants, that the bond market is looking more and more favor- able and the time is right for sale of the Police Facility bonds authorized in the November, 1968, election. Mr. Lindberg stated he will be meeting with the firm of O'Melveny and Myers for preparation of the final agreement for issuance of the bonds. OEDINANCE NO. 1267 - Amending Zoning Ordinance pertaining to sign restrictions in central business zone - 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1268 - Amending Zoning Ordinance by attaching the "F" Modifying District to certain property in Sweetwater Valley - 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1269 - Amending Zoning Ordinance to rezone both sides of "H" Street in the 300 block and change in setbacks - 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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None REPORT ON FOG CONFERENCE Mayor Hyde gave a brief report on the Family of Government Conference held at Warner Hot Springs, March 4 and 5. The conference was sponsored by San Diego County. ~ PAMPHLETS CONTAINING ANNEXATION INFORMATION AUTHORIZED Upon suggestion of Mayor Hyde, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that pamphlets be prepared for interested parties, setting forth advantages and benefits to be received by annexation to the City of Chula Vista. EXECUTIVE SESSION AUTHORIZED It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the Council adjourn to executive session at the end of the meeting to discuss the appointment of a member to the Human Relations Con~nission. POLICY ON APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSION MEMBERS AUTHORIZED It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary resolution which would establish the Council policy of interviewing prospective candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission and the Board of Appeals. LOCATION OF YOUTH RECREATION CENTER IN PA1LKAPPROVED Mayor Hyde read a letter from the Director of Program Field Service of HUD expressing approval of the location of a Youth Recreation Center in the Hilltop-Telegraph Canyon Park. He stated he had referred the letter to Adminis- trative Officer Thorn for appropriate action. INVITATION TO TRIBUTE TO BENITO J~3AREZ Mayor Hyde read a letter inviting Councilmen to attend the fleral tribute honoring the great Mexican Statesman, Benito Juarez, in memory of his 154th birthday, to be held at the Chula Vista Shopping Center at 1:00 P.M., March 21, 1970. REQUEST FOR ATTENDANCE AT GENERAL ROCA FESTIVAL Mayor Hyde read a letter from the Mayor of General Roca, sister city of Chula Vista, requesting the presence of a young lady to act as guest of honor from Chula Vista at the National Apple Festival, to commence March 29, 1970<. Mayor Hyde stated he referred the letter to the International Friendship Commis- sion, and the Chairman has initiated a response regretfully declining participa- tion this year due to the shortness of time. The Council concurred with the letter of regret. DISCUSSION ON SELECTION OF SECOND SISTER CITY Councilman Scott stated he is in favor of selecting a sister city in Mexico close enough so that more active participation can be realized. M~yor Hyde suggested that the matter be placed on the agenda for discussion at the next Council conference. Jack Unger, Chairman of the International Friendship Cormmission~ stated that the Commission is now working on the selection of a second sister city for Ohula Vista. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON ASSEMBLY BILL 98 Councilman Hamilton asked that the City Attorney obtain information on Assembly Bill 98 pertaining to binding arbitration. SUMMER WORK FOR YOUTH Gouncilman Hamilton suggested that pamphlets be obtained from Sacramento outlining programs to be offered by the State for youth work in the sum~ner season. REQUEST FOR BANNER ON THIRD AVENUE A letter was read from Carlos McCall~ member of the Chula Vista Play- house, requesting permission to put up a temporary banner sign in the plaza between two palm trees, south of Madrona Street. The banner would advertise the Playhouse play, "The Curious Savage" and would be on display from April 5 to April 26. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the request be approved. REqUEST TO PLANT PINE TREE ON SITE OF NEW POLICE STATION A letter was read from Lisa Riley, 768 Second Avenue, requesting permis- sion to plant a small Monterey Pine tree~ which she has raised, on the site of the new Police station. Referred to staff. REQUEST FOR SCHOLARSHIPS Mr~ Herbert Hillson, 837 Hilltop Drive, suggested that the Council give consideration to the creation of scholarships as an aid to dependents of deceased veterans, rather than erecting a veterans' memorial in the form of a band shell. Mayor Hyde suggested that the staff take the suggestion under consideration and make recommendations to the Oouncil. Councilman Hamilton suggested that opinions be solicited from veterans' organizations in the City. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Myde adjourned the meeting at 8:10 P.M., sine die. City Clerk