HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1969/05/20 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday May 20, 1969
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, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Absent: None
Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer pro tem Sullins,
Planning Director Warren, City Engineer Cole
The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Explorer Scout Dennis Poulos,
followed by a moment of silent prayer.
PROCLAMATION ~ Courtesy is Contagious Week
Mayor McCorquodale proclaimed the week of June 1 through June 14 as Courtesy
is Contagious Week, and presented the proclamation to Mrs. Kitty Raso, founder of
the program.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
It was moved by Councilman Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and
carried that the minutes for the me~ting of May 13, 1969, be approved, copies
having been sent to each of the Councilmen.
PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of fifth draft of the proposed new comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance
This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing to consider the
fifth draft of the proposed new comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, Mayor McCorquodale
declared the hearing open. Review of the proposed ordinance was taken section by
section with Planning Director Warren commenting on each section and the Mayor
calling for audience and Council reaction after each section.
Mr. Frank Meyer, 23 E1 Capitan Drive, asked if adoption of this ordinance
would change the General Plan in a major way. City Attorney Lindberg stated it
would not.
The Mayor, with Council concurrence, asked that Subsection 4, (a) and (b) of
Section 33.11.2 as they relate to non-conforming signs be scratched from the
ordinance and brought back with remaining recommendations on sign regulations.
City Attorney Lindberg suggested that an addition be made to Section 33.12.4
which would also include as a permitted condition to be imposed, compliance with
a specific plan provided by a developer. The Council concurred.
There being no others wishing to be heard, it was moved by Councilman McA1-
lister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the hearing be closed.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and
carried that an amendment be incorporated in the proposed Zoning Ordinance which
would permit hospitals and mortuaries in all zones with a conditional use permit.
Mayor McCorquodale voted no.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and
carried that the City Attorney be directed to bring back the comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance for adoption at the meeting of June 17.
ORDINANCE NO. 1195 - Regulating vehicular movements on private roads and parking
lots - 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, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1196 - Amending City Code regulating dogs running at large - First
reading
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester 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 Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NOo 1197 - Amending Code relating to purchasing procedures - 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~ Sytvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1198 - Prohibiting moving and intermittent or flashing signs in all
zones - First reading and adoption
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 ordinance
was adopted as an emergency ordinance by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodala, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5178 - Declaring intention to vacate a portion of Bonita Road and
Willow Street
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, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5179 - Declaring intention to vacate a portion of First Avenue and Tobias Drive
Offered by Councilman Hamilton, the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott, Sylvester
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5180 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for construction of
drainage facilities in "H" Street from Hilltop Drive to
Patricia Avenue
Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote~ to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5181 - Approving first amendment to Chula Vista-Spring Valley
Sanitation District Agreement~
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, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5182 - Granting deed to Robert Lackey for Lot 5, Palm Gardens
Estates
Offered by Councilman Sylvester~ the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton~ McCorquodale~ McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5183 - Amending Schedule II of Traffic Code to include special
stops on "K" Street
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, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5184 - Waiving bidding requirements for purchase of signal con-
trollers components
Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, pasmed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absmnt: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5185 - Accepting and dedicating Lot B of Seaview Estates No. 1
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by unan-
imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5186 - Accepting lien agreement for deferral of public improvements
at 200 Broadway
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by unan-
imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5187 - Accepting grant deeds for drainage easements for Shasta
Street and "G" Street drainage channels
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by unan-
imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5188 - Authorizing mailing and pesting of "Notice to Construct"
and setting hearing for 1911 B~kAct, Phase 13
Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5189 - Appropriating funds for City's share of cost involved in
approval of California Office of ArchitectUre and Construc-
tion of plans and specifications for Loma Verde Park-School
development
Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, ~o-wit~
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5190 - Opposing removal of tax exemption on municipal bonds
Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilr~n Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 5191 - Setting public hearing for proposed 1969-1970 budget
Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unani-
mous consent, passed and adopted by the following voter to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: Hone
Absent: None
MOVING OF GARAGE APPROVED
Administrative Officer pro rem Sullins stated a request has been received
from Mrs. Dale Hill to move a garage to the southwest corner of Oxford Street and
Monserate Avenue. The move has been approved by the Planning Commission and the
Building Inspection Department. It was moved by Councilman Hamilton, seconded by
Councilman McAllister, and carried that the request be granted, subject to all
conditions required by the Building Inspector and the Planning Commission.
8:20 P.M. - Councilman McAllister excused himself from the meeting at this time.
REQUEST TO PAINT HOUSE NUMBERS ON CURBS APPROVED
Upon the recommendation of Administrative Officer pro tam Sullins, it was
moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that
the request of the Bonita Vista Basketball Club for permiSmion to paint house
numbers on curbs in the general area of the school, be approved.
REFUND AUTHORIZED FOR SEWER RELOCATION CHARGE
Administrative Officer pro tam Sullins reported on the request of Mr. and
Mrs. Andres Torres-Campos for a refund on sewer charges made by the City for prop-
erty located at 898 First Avenue. Because of sewer trouble, the sewer already
serving the house on First Avenue, was changed to serve from "L" Street. The
property owner was required to pay for only 40 feet of the 80 feet lateral in-
stallation due to the house already having been connected to the sewer. Connec-
tion and inspection fees were waived.
Mayor McCorquodale stated his study of the matter indicated that circumstances
which prompted the relocation of the sewer were created through no fault of the
property owner, and was of the opinion a refund was justified.
It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and
carried that a refund of $200.00 be made to Mr. and Mrs. Torres-Campos for sewer
charges for property at 898 First Avenue.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor McCorquodale stated he will delay his trip to Washington for appearance
at the hearing regarding Cable TV and will re-schedule his appearance for the
second half of the hearing which will be held in June, at which time he will be
in the east to attend the MayorS' Conference in Pittsburgh.
The Mayor announced the appointment of David Hirsch as chairman of the new
Chula Vista Youth Council.
Mayor M~Corquodale announced the appointment to the Charter Review Committee
of Dr. Franklin Glanz, Alex Pressutti, George Duryee, John A. Smith, Tom Pasqua,
Leo Perkins, Fred Gelsomini, George Bowden and William Baue~ It was moved by
Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the
appointments be ratified.
Mayor McCorquodale stated that the Federal Aid Coordinators Conference will
be held in Washington on May 27 and 28. The conference ties in with a similar
meeting of the U. S. Conference of Mayors, to be held OhM ay 26. The Mayor asked
if the Council was desirous of having representation at the conference. It was
moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that
the trip to Washington be authorized and the necessary funds allocated.
FERTILIZER DONATED TO CITY
A letter was read from Mr. Walter Hodge congratulating the City on its beau-
tification program and as a contribution to the program, donating 5,000 yards of
fertilizer. Referred to staff for acceptance of donation and letter of appreciation.
LETTER OF RESIGNATION
A letter was read from Miss Enid Hause tendering her resignation from the
Sister City Friendship Co~ission as of the expiration of her term, June 30, 1969.
The Mayor asked that a letter be sent Miss Hause thanking her for her service on
the Conmaission.
ACQUISITION OF FERRY BOAT FOR THEATER PURPOSES URGED
The Clerk reported having received nine letters from citizens in favor of
the City purchasing a Coronado Ferry for theater purposes.
REQUEST FOR ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
A letter was read from the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce requesting an
encroachment permit on the dedicated but unused portion of Moss Street where it
dead-ends at Interstate 5 freeway. Use of the permit would be to relocate a
directional sign which is now on City property near "J" Street on the east side
of the freeway. Referred to staff for consideration.
REQUEST FOR OPPOSITION OF LEGISLATION
A letter was read from the City of Emeryville, California, urging the Council
to support legislation designed to protect San Francisco Bay but emphatically re-
questing opposition to legislation which would allow State encroachment upon the
principle of home rule. Referred to City Attormey for consideration.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 9:15 P.M., sine die.
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