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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1970/03/03 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday March 3, 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 February 24, 1970, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Considering the granting of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for the operation of ambulances in the City - Aaron Ambulance Service This being the time and place designated for the continuation of a hear- ing to consider the granting of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for the operation of ambulances in the City by Aaron Ambulance Service, Mayor Hyde declared the hearing open. Attorney William Cameron~ representing Aaron Ambulance Services spoke in support of the application and urged that the license be granted. Speaking in opposition to the granting of an additional license were Roy Davis, 887 Riverlawn Avenue~ G. L. Bendickson, Attorney for Bay Cities Ambulance and Steve Ballard, owner of Bay Cities Ambulance Service. Mr. Ernest Arnold, 897 Beech Avenue, asked assurance that an ambulance would always be available if needed by citizens. No others wishing to be heard, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the hearing be reopened in order to hear testimony from Police Chief Winters. Upon questioning by Councilmen, Chief Winters stated that to his knowl- edge, no complaints have been received by his department on Aaron Ambulance Service. The Chief was of the opinion the emergency ambulance service in the City is now adequate but could not give an opinion on the need for non-emergency ambulance service. Upon request, the Chief related some of the difficulties encountered when two ambulance services were operating in the City. Mr. Robert Hartson, President of Hartson Ambulance Service, stated that the present ambulance service in the City should always have a back-up in case they are not able to respond to a call. Mr. Steve Ballard stated he has five ambulances stationed in the City and eight at disposal of the City. No others wishing to be heard, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and unanimously carried that the application of Aaron Ambulance Service to oper- ate in the City be denied. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that Item V~ Section C-2 on the agenda be discussed at this time. DISCUSSION RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSE ORDINANCE NO. 505 - South San Diego Bay Cities Board of Realtors Attorney James Edmunds, representing the South San Diego Bay Cities Board of Realtors, requested that the Business License Ordinance No. 505 be amended so that only those realtors with established places of business in the City would be required to pay the business license. Mr. John McGuane, Attorney and former Realtor, asked that the Council give more consideration to the matter before making a decision. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to bring back, in two weeks, an amendment to the business license ordinance, exempting from paying a business license, all realtors coming into the City from the outside, as is now the prac- tice, and in preparing the proposed amendment, to consider its application to other professions. Councilman Scott voted no. It was moved by Councilman Scott that all realtors be exempt from paying a business license. Motion died for lack of a second. 8:55 P.M. - Mayor Hyde called for a five-minute recess. 9:05 P.M. - Council reconvened. ORDINANCE NO. 1266 - Approving Granfield's Hilltop Drive Annexation - First reading It was moved by Councilman Hamilton 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 Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 5542 - Approving modification of agreement with City of San Diego for radar maintenance 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 Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 5543 - Approving agreement between the City and State Department of Finance for preparation of a population estimate and appropriating funds therefor Offered by Councilman Hamilton, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Scott, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5544 - Stipulating that appropriate measures regarding future floods or landslides have been enacted 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. 5545 - Approving cooperative agreement for payment of interest charges on State loan for Sweatwater Valley Flood Control Project 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. 5546 - Approving deferment of public improvements at 789 "E" Street - J. 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Street & Sons Offered by Councilman S~e~t, 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. 5547 - Granting permission to construct driveway in excess of Gode limitations - 435 '~" 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. 5548 - Accepting public improvements - "H" Street widening project, known as Gas Tax Project No. 96 Offered by Councilman Hamilton, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Scott, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5549 - Accepting public improvements - rest rooms at General Roca Park Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent~ passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5550 - Accepting public improvements in San Miguet Court 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. 5551 - Accepting~ naming and dedicating an easement for street purposes in San Miguel Court 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. 5552 - Accepting, naming and dedicating a one-foot easement for sidewalk purposes in San Miguel Court 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. 5553 - Giving notice of intention to vacate a portion of Sandal- wood Drive Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unani- mous consent, passed and adopted by the following ~ote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5554 - Approving and granting easement on Sandalwood Drive to California-American Water 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. 5555 - Approving agreement for participation in construction of Loma Verde access road 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, McAltister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5556 - Designating "H" Street from Third to Fifth Avenues, or further if funds are available, as the next underground utilities district to be programed in the City Councilman Scott suggested, and the Council concurred, that this resolu- tion be amended to by-pass the area from Fifth Avenue to Broadway, and to include the area from Broadway to Interstate 5 as far as funds will allow, and then to finalize the project, come back to the area between Fifth Avenue and Broadway. The resolution was offered by Councilman Hamilton as amended, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hamilton, Hyde, McAllister, Scott, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: None CALL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL Upou staff request, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Council- man Sylvester, and carried that the Director of Public Works be authorized to call for bids, at the prevailing minimum wage scale, for installation of a traffic signal at Hilltop Drive and "I" Street, Gas Tax Project No. 125. RERORT ON REQUEST FOR ]IMPROVEMENTS ON OLEANDER AVENUE In response to a letter from Harry Roche requesting that a graded dirt road be constructed between Greg Rogers Park and Parkview Elementary School, Administrative Officer Thorn reported that the road requested would be of a tem- porary nature across private property. Because of this and the fact that a per- manent type road will be installed in the near future to provide access between the park and the school, Mr0 Thorn recommended that the Council take no action on the request for the temporary road. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde, and carried that no action be taken and the report filed. REPORT REQUESTED ON PURCHASE OF PARK SITE Councilman Scott requested a report on the Council request for the staff to look into the possibility of purchasing certain property between Greg Rogers School and Parkview~l for a park site. Report due at next meeting. COUNCIL CONFERENCE SET It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that March 9, 1970 at 3:30 P.M., be set as the time for a Council confer- ence to meet with Richard George Wheeler and Associates regarding preliminary design plans for the new Library and surrounding facilities. Mayor Hyde sug- gested that in case time permits, the matter of licensing of various professions in the City also be discussed at this conference. JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR USE OF FACILITIES FOR LIBRARY SUGGESTED Councilman Scott suggested discussing the possibility of entering into a joint powers agreement with the Sweetwater Union High School District on utiliz- ing the four high schools as a branch library system. It was moved by Councilman Hamilton~ seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the City negotiate with the Sweetwater Union High School District on the possibility of using the school facilities for library use, as suggested by Councilman Scott. MUM SET FOR EXPENSES TO WASHINGTON CONFERENCE Mayor Hyde stated the budget does not set forth a certain sum for ~ttend- ance by members of the Council to the National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D, C. He asked for action by the Council. It was moved by Council- man Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the sum of $500 be set for use by any Councilman who might attend the conference. REPORT ON CAMPING AT SILVER STRAND STATE PARK Mayor Hyde stated a letter has been received from the State Director of Parks and Recreation regarding the request that the Silver Strand State Park facilities be made available for camping in off-season months. The letter stated that because of numerous such facilities now in the area, which are not being used fully during the winter months, it would not be feasible to add further facilities at this time. The Director did state that he intends to include an item in the 1971-72 capital outlay budget for the purpose of adding facilities to the Silver Strand State Park for emergency self-contained over-night camping dur- ing the summer months. Letter referred to Administrative Officer Thorn for re- ferral to staff and Parks and Recreation Commission. LETTER FROM BANK OF AMERICA Mayor Hyde read a letter from the Bank of America pertaining to disturb- ances in the Santa Barbara region where a Bank of America building was burned to the ground. They called upon all governmental agencies to take such steps as may be necessary to bring thia lawlessness to an end. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICEK TO BE ABSENT Administrative Officer Thorn stated he will be out of town for the next two days during which time Mr. John Thomson will be acting Chief Administrative Officer. USE OF CITY LAND FOR LITTLE LEAGUE REQUESTED Councilman Sylvester stated he has been approached by Parkview Little League for a use permit to use a portion of land in the south portion of Greg~7 Rogers Park. He stated the Parks and Recreation Commission has approved of the use but the League needs assurance from the Council that they will be permitted use of the land for at least five years. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the staff look into the matter and if it is found that a five-year use permit would be acceptable, that they have the City Attorney prepare the necessary resolution for presentation to the Council at the next meeting. STATUS REPORT ON FORMAL GARDENS PRO3ECT REQUESTED Upon the request of Councilman Scott, Administrative Officer Thorn stated a status report on the proposed Formal Gardens project will be forthcoming at the next meeting. COUNCIL DIRECTS CHANGE IN PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to amend the Council Procedural Ordin- ance so that use of the old style agenda can be used again where items are numbered consecutively 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. ~l ALTERNATE PORT COMMISSIONER SUGGESTED Councilman Scott suggested that the Council appoint an alternate Port Conunissioner so the City can be represented on the Commission at all times; Com- missioner Campbell having to abstain on all items pertaining to the Rohr Corpora- tion due to his employment with the firm. The City Attorney was directed to check out the necessity for a Port Commissioner to abstain from deliberations and decisions of that body and to determine if, under the terms of the Unified Port District Act, alternates are permitted. He stated he would report back in the next week or two. REQUEST THAT LANDSCAPING FOR FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL BE LOOKED INTO Councilman McAllister suggested that if it has not already been done, that the landscaping for the proposed Sweetwater Flood Control Channel be looked into. City Engineer Cole stated he will check with the State. REQUEST FOR PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING Councilman McAllister suggested that the landscaping for the City parking lot west of the Civic Center be expedited as soon as possible. EXECUTIVE SESSION Council adjourned at 10:00 P.M. to executive session for selection of Co~mnission members. Council reconvened at 10:20 P.M. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION It was moved by Councilman Sylvester~ seconded by Councilman Scott~ and carried that Herbert Hillson be nominated a member of the Planning Corm~ission to fill the unexpired term of Dan Putnam, said term to expire June 30, 1970. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that Sharon Reid be nominated a member of the Hu~nan Relations Commis- sion to fill the unexpired term of Alfred Madison, said term to expire June 30, 1971. ADJOURNMENT Mayor ~de adjourned the meeting at 10:20 P.M., sine die. -- k.~__~ Czty Clerk