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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1969/11/25 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING O~THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday November 25, 19~9 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, McAllister, Scott Ab sent: None Also present: Attorney Clifton Reed, substituting for City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Thorn, City Engineer Cole, Assistant Admin- istrative Officer Thomson, Planning Director Warren Mayor pro tem 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 McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of November 18, 1969, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PRESENTATION OF FLAG FROM CITY OF CUAUTLA, MEXICO Because of another engagement, Mrs. Marry Price, Member of the City Inter- national Friendship Commission, was unable to present the flag from the Mayor of Cuautla, Mexico, as planned, and the item was carried over until further notice. PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Milton Link of Planning Commission action denying him a conditional use permit to operate a nursery for mentally re- tarded infants at 446 Flower Street Planning Director Warren explained that Mr. Link has made application to operate a nursery home for six mentally retarded infants at 446 Flower Street, next door to a similar home now in operation. The property is zoned R-3. This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the appeal of Milton Link of Planming Commission action denying him a conditional use permit to operate a nursery home for mentally retarded infants, Mayor pro tem Hamilton declared the hearing open. Mr. Milton Lii~k spoke in support of his appeal and urged that the Council override the action of the Planning Commission. Others speaking in support of the conditional use permit were: Mrs. June Link, Alpine, Mr. Guy Estes, 1046 Hilltop Drive, Mrs. Baxter, Administrator of the home now in operation, Mr. William Link, 88 East Mankato Street, and Ken Davenport, 331 Inkopah Street. Speaking in opposition were Mr. Walter Karl, 164 Guava Avenue, Mrs. Raymond Smith, 454 Flower Street, Mrs. James Hart, 144 Brightwood Avenue, Mr. Walter Chaney~ 163 Guava Avenue and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hicks, 411 Flower Street. Mr. Robert Branshaw, 440 Flower Streets spoke in opposition and submitted a petition bearing the signatures of 28 residents opposing the conditional usc permit. No others wishing to be heard, and the Clerk having received no written con~nunica- tions, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman M~Allister, and carried that the action of the Planning Commission be sustained and the appeal denied. Mayor pro tam Hamilton voted no. ~/~PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of amendment to Zoning Ordinance establishing home for retarded children in unclassified uses, subject to conditional use permit This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance establishing homes for retarded children in unclassified uses~ subject to a conditional usc permit, Mayor pro tcm Hamilton declared the hearing open. Mr. Ernest Arnold, 897 Beech Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance. Mr. John McGuane, 433 Kearney Street, was of the opinion the Council should be considering what the conditions for a conditional use permit are. Planning Director Warren explained the conditions for a condi- tional use permit are delineated in the procedural section of the Zoning Ordinance. No others wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written com~unica- tions, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. ORDINANCE NO. 1246 - Amending Zoning Ordinance establishing homes for retarded children in the unclassified uses, subject to conditional use permit - ~irst reading 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 consent. The motion was carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning both sides of '~" Street between Fourth and Fig Avenues from R-2 and R-3 to C-0 and establishing setbacks This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the proposed rezoning from R-2 and R-3 to C-0 for property on either side of "H" Street extend- ing 620 feet westerly from Fourth Avenue on the north side, and 367 feet westerly from Fourth Avenue on the south side, and establishment of 10-foot setbacks, Mayor pro rem Hamilton declared the hearing open. No one wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. ORDINANCE NO. 1247 - Rezoning south side of "H" Street between Fourth and Fig Avenues and establishing setbacks - 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 was carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton Nee s: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1248 - Rezoning north side of "H" Street between Fourth and Fig Avenues and establishing setbacks - 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 was carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None PUBLIC HEARING - Intention to vacate a portion of Third Avenue, southeast of "C" Street This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the pro- posed vacation of a portion of Third Avenue, southeast of "C" Street, Mayor pro rem Hamilton declared the hearing open. No one wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. P, ESOLUTION NO. 5437 - Ordering the vaeation of a p~tion of Third Avenue south- east of "C" Street and authorizing Mayor to execute quit- claim deed Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of thc text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, MaAllistar, Scott Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1249 - Attaching D - Design Control Modifying District to Civic Center area - First reading 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 consent. The motion was carried by the following vote~ to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester~ Hamilton, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1241 - Rezoning property north of Telegraph Canyon Road east of Hilltop Drive to R-3-T - Second reading and adoption It was moved by Councilman McAllister 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 McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1242 - Rezoning property at 288 "F" Street - 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, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1243 - Amending City Code relating to regulations and licensing of insurance salesmen - Second reading and adoption It was moved by Councilman Sylvester 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 Sylvester, Hamilton, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1244 - Amending City Code to allow a reduction in swimming pool fence heights for adult-occupied apartment complexes - 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, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1245 - Providing for enclosures for roof-top operating equipment - Second reading and adoption It was mover by Councilman Sylvester 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 Sylvester, Hamilton, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5438 - Imposing rules governing the movement of vehicles on parking lot at intersection of Otay Lakes Road and Gotham Street 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 Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5439 - Amending Ru~e II of Civil Service Regulations - Classifica- tion and Compensation Plan - Administrative Assistant, Personnel Analyst and Park Ranger Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unani- mous consent, passed and adopted by the following votes to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5440 - Accepting and dedicating certain property for James Court 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, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5441 - Dedicating and naming certain property for James Court 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, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5442 - Accepting lien on McCrory property for installation of certain improvements 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~ McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5443 - Special appropriation of funds for architectural fees and installation costs for Loma Verde Park-Pool and Recreational facility 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, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5444 - Approving encroachment permit - 83 "L" 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, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None ~/REqUEST TO CONSTRUCT DRIVEWAY IN EXCESS OF CODE LIMITATIONS City Engineer Cole stated a request has been received from Mr. Richard Schuricht, representing Aztec TV Service and Appliances at 836 Broadway, for a curb opening across his entire property frontage of 50 feet. Because of the traf- fic hazard it would cause by encouraging drivers to back onto Broadway, the Engi- neering Division recommended that the request be denied. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman MeAllister, and carried that the matter be referred to the Safety Commission for study and a report back within 30 days. //.SAFETY COMMISSION RECOPR~ENDATION REGARDING PARKING ON TROUSDALE DRIVE A letter was submitted from the Safety Commission recon~nending that the Council take action to establish permanent parking regulations on the south side of Trousdale D~ve between Glover and Fourth Avenues. The limited parking was considered by the Council at their meeting of August 26, and referred to the Com- mission for recommendation~ It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Counoilman Sylvaster, and carried that the resolution considered by the Council on August 26, and referred to the Safety Commission~ be brought back to the Council for action. AGREEMENT WITH ARCHITECTS FOR MULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY FACILITY AUTHORIZED Administrative Officer Thorn stated that the staff has met with Richard George Wheeler and Associates to discuss the scope and contonts of a proposed multi-purpose cormnunity facility, as directed by the Council at their meeting of October 21. Wheeler and Associates suggested they make a study of multi-purpose facilities in the Southern California area, which study was authorized by Adminis- trative Officer Thorn, at a cost not to exceed $200. Councilmen were supplied with a copy of resultant study. Mr. Thorn recommended that the $200 be either added to or deducted from the $2,500 fee being considered in the proposed agree- ment with the architects. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the appropriate resolution and agreement with Richard Wheeler and Associates for architectural services relat- ing to a multi-purpose community facility, at a consideration of not to exceed $2,500. COUNCIL MEETING CANCELLED Because Councilmen will be attending the National League of Cities Confer- ence in San Diego the week of December 1 through December 5, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the Council me,ting of that week be cancelled. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION - 9:20 P.M. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that the Council adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel. 9:45 P.M. - Council reconvened ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Mayor pro rem Hamilton stated that the Council has decided not to appoint an Economic Development Commission at this time. It was decided that a Mayor's Committee be appointed to study the need for this particular Commission at this time. APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR Mayor pro rem Hamilton stated that by unanimous consent, the Council had~ added the matter of appointment of Mayor to the agenda~ and asked for nominations. Councilman Scott nominated Mr. Will T. Hyde for the p~sition of Mayor~ There being no other nominations, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the nominations be closed. The Council thereupon cast a unanimous vote for Mr. Hyde for Mayor of Chula Vista. ~.LETTER OF APPRECIATION A letter was read from Mr. Joseph Rindone, Superintendent of the Sweetwater Union High School District, expressing appreciation to the Department of Public Works for the work which was recently done in front of the Bonita Vista Junior High School. ADJOURI~NT Mayor pro rem Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M., sine die. City Clerk