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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1969/04/08 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday April 8, 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 Ross, City Engineer Cole, Planning Director Warren The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Scott Pacetti, Explorer Scout. Rev. Ken Pagard of the First Baptist Church gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of April 1, 1969, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. ~'PRESENTATION OF PICTURE OF GOVERNOR REAGAN Mayor McCorquodale accepted, on behalf of the City, a picture of Governor Reagan, presented by Mrs. George Brines and donated by the Chula Vista Republican Women's Club. PUBLIC HEARING - Prezoning from County E-1 to R-l-B-12 certain property on the north side of Sweetwater Road, west of Bonita Woods Subdivision Planning Director Warren stated that the Planning Commission has recommended that this property be prezoned R-1-B-15-D and R-1-B-20-D. This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the proposed prezoning to R-l-B-12 of certain property on the north side of Sweetwater Road, west of Bonita Woods Subdivision, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. Mr. Albin Marn, 4809 Butternut Hollow Lane, representing a majority of the residents in Orchard Hill and Bonita Woods Subdivision, spoke in opposition to any zoning less than 20,000 square feet. Others speaking in opposition were Jerry Massie, 4801 Butternut Hollow Lane, and Dale Lawson~ 3232 Orchard Road. Mr. Alvin J. Vitek, developer of the property, spoke in favor of the pre- zoning and introduced his engineer, Charles Crow, who stated they concur with the Planning Commission recommendation for architectural control and site planning. Others speaking in favor of the proposed prezoning were Paul Miller, realtor, and Wesley Ball, one of the owners of the property. No others wishing to be heard, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. A letter was read from John and Eleanor Petersen, owners of property adja- cent to the Williams property, opposing a change to anything less than one-half acre lot size. Findings of the Planning Commission were read. ORDINANCE NO. 1186 - Prezoning certain property north of Sweetwater Road, west of Bonita Woods Subdivision, to R-1-B-15-D and R-1-B-20-D - First reading It was moved by Councilman McAtlister 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, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1187 - Amending City Code relating to disturbing the peace and dis- orderly conduct - 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 McAltister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1183 - Approving zone change and setback for property at 286 Madrona Street - 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 adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1184 - Approving Casey's First Avenue Annexation - 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 adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton~ McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1185 - Amending City Code relating to procedures for abatement and removal of public nuisances regarding vehicles - Second read- ing and adoption It was moved by Councilman McAllister that this ordinance be placed on its second reading and ~hat reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5119 - Declining offer by Dr. Harlan Case to sell site for animal shelter 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, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5120 - Approving proposal of Alan Comstock for appraisal of prop- erties at "F" Street and Garrett Avenue, and on Third Avenue between "K" and "L" Streets, and appropriating necessary funds 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, Hamilton~ McCorquodale Noes: Councilman Sylvester Absent: None RESOLUTION - Appropriating $475.00 for payment for appraisal of property at 364 Bay Boulevard The City Attorney having indicated that this action has already been taken by the Council, it was moved~by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman McAllis- ter, and carried that the resolution be filed. RESOLUTION NO. 5121 - Approving amendment to agreement with Ben Jaehn for Loma Verde Park access 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, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5122 - Accepting, naming and dedicating certain real property adjacent to James 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, McGorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5123 - Initiating reconstruction, remodeling and converting utility services and acquisition of necessary right-of-way for under- grounding of utilities in the "H" Street Underground Utility District 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, McCorquodale Abstaining: Gouncitman Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None Mayor McCorquodale expressed concern that the transformers for the project were going to be placed in the front yards of property owners. The City Engineer stated he would get a comparison of cost for undergrounding the transformers. RESOLUTION NO. 5124 - Accepting petition for construction of improvements in Arizona Street under provisions of 1911 Act 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, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5125 - Approving uncontrolled embankment agreement with George B. Williams 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, McCorquodale, McAltister Noes: None Absent: None Upon suggestion of the Mayor, the City Attorney stated he would look into the possibility of working out some method whereby new owners, in the exchange of property, would be cognizant of prior agreements wRich affect the property, such as the uncontrollable embankment agreements. RESOLUTION NO. 5126 - Dedicating one-foot lot at west end of 100 block of E1 Capitan 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, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Abstaining: Councilman Sylvester Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5127 - Approving concept of floating theater and authorizing Mayor to negotiate with the Port District and Toll Bridge Authority regarding acquisition and installation - Ferry Boat Offered by Councilman McAllister, ~he reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: None A letter was read from the Chula Vista Visitors and Convention Bureau recom- mending that the Council negotiate for the purchase of one of the Coronado-San Diego ferry boats. RESOLUTION NO. 5128 - Approving agreement between the State of California and the City regarding Work Incentive Program 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, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5129 - Accepting bids for sale of police cars and motorcycle 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, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None BIDS REJECTED FOR RECREATION CENTER ENTRANCE REMODELING Administrative Officer Ross stated one bid has been received for the remod- eling of the entrance to the Recreation Center. The bid being 35% over the esti- mate of the staff, it was recommended that the bid be accepted and rejected. It was moved by Councilman M~Allister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the bid for remodeling of the Recreation Center entrance be accepted and rejected and the City Engineer authorized to negotiate for completion of the project. Councilman Scott voted no. REQUEST FOR ACCESS ACROSS ONE-FOOT LOT DENIED Administrative Officer Ross stated the Planning Department has studied the request of Ray Koenig for access across the one-foot lot at the northerly terminus of Camino del Cerro Grande in Country Club Heights Subdivision (Bonita Bel Aire) and have concluded access could be granted to Mr. Koenig without the City relin- quishing control of the one-foot lot. It would be a matter of Council policy as to whether or not all the property which would be served by the extension of Camino del Cerro Grande should be annexed to the City. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the request of Mr. Koenig for access across the one-foot lot be denied. REPORT FROM PLANNING COMMISSION - Rezoning from R-3 to R-1 for area bounded by Flower and "D" Streets~ Woodlawn and Madison Avenues A report was submitted from the Planning Commission setting forth reasons why the Commission declines to initiate rezoning from R-3 to R-1 for the area bounded by Flower and "D" Streets, and Woodtawn and Madison Avenues. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman $¥tvester, and carried that the report be accepted and filed. SCHEDULE APPROVED FOR IMPROVEMENT OF PARKING LOT AT 205 LANDIS AVENUE A schedule for improvement of the parking lot at 205 Landis Avenue was sub- mitted to the Council for consideration. Completion date for the project was set for June 30, 1969. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that improvement of the lot proceed in accordance with the schedule submitted. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor McCorquodale reported the City has received a contribution of ~100 from the Emblem Club for use in the development of tot lots in Chula Vista. The Mayor stated details have been worked out on the Food Center which will be distributing food to the needy but stated any contributions would be appreciated for defraying cost of utilities. SAN DIEGO-CORONADO BAY BRIDGE CEREMONIES A letter was received from the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge Ceremonies Cormnittee suggesting the Council appropriate funds to assist in the general execu- tion of the program and luncheon to be held in conjunction with the Bay Bridge Opening Ceremonies. They also suggested a list of guests that might attend from Chula Vista. Referred to staff. REQUEST FOR DECISION ON BROADWAY UNDERGROUNDING DISTRICTS A letter was read from the Broadway Association requesting by May 1, 1969, a decision on formation of underground utility districts on Broadway. Referred to Underground Utilities Advisory Cormnittee for answer as soon as possible. ACQUISITION OF 47 ACRES FOR PARK RECOMMENDED A letter was read from the Parks and Recreation Commission recon~nended the acquisition of the 47 acres in the Hilltop-Telegraph Canyon area for use as a park site. Administrative Officer Ross stated a report would be forthcoming at the next meeting on outcome of negotiations with owners of the 47 acres. GAEDEN PARK DEVELOPMENT A letter was read from the Parks and Recreation Commission recommending that a committee including representatives of the Planning Department, the Parks and Recreation Department and the various horticultural and beautification groups be formed for the purpose of further study and consideration of a Garden Park. Mayor McCorquodale suggested the committee be appointed. REQUEST FOR STORAGE AND LAUNCHING FACILITIES AT MARINA A letter was read from the Parks and Recreation Commission recommending that the Council attempt to acquire space at the "J" Street Marina for storage and launching facilities for future public use. Referred to Port Commissioner Campbell. PURCHASE OF FEILRY FOR THEATER OPPOSED Mr. Herbert Hillson, 537 Hilltop Drive, expressed opposition to using tax- payers' money for purchasing and converting one of the San Diego-Coronado Bay ferries for use as a theater. REQUEST FOR WEED CONTROL Councilman Sylvester suggested the staff contact the Division of Highways pertaining to weeds on off- and on-ramps to Montgomery freeway, particularly at "E" Street. CONSOLIDATION OF POLICE AND FLRE DEPARTMENTS Councilman Scott asked if a feasibility study has ever been made on con- solidation of the Fire and Police Departments and stated he would like some infor- mation on the subject. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 9:10 sine die. City Clerk