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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 1969/03/11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday March 11, 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 Mayor McCorquodale led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of silent prayer. Councilman Sylvester introduced a group of men representing the Lufthansa Airlines of West Germany who are presently touring the Rohr Plant in Chula Vista. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of March 4, 1969, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Appeal of Otay Land Company from Planning Commission action denying their request for rezoning 47.4 acres north of Tele- graph Canyon Road between Hilltop Drive and "L" Street The Otay Land Company having notified the Council of their wish to withdraw the appeal, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that proceedings be discontinued. ORDINANCE NO. 1175 - Amending Uniform Mechanical Code - 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, MeCorquodale, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5087 - Accepting public improvements - MestlerManor Subdivision Unit No. 3 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. 5088 - Authorizing application for open space grant for acquisition of park lands adjacent to Southwestern College Estates Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: 0ouncilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAtlister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5089 - Approving negotiation and/or condemnation for acquisition of property at 364 Bay Boulevard for Animal Shelter Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit~ AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5090 - Approving negotiation and/or condemnation for acquisition of "F" Street School site property 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 ~/,REQUEST FOR ACTION ON ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT NORTHEAST CORNER OF "F" STREET AND GARRETT AVENUE It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare, for the next meeting, a resolution approving negotiation and/or condemnation for acquisition of property at the northeast corner of "F" Street and Garrett Avenue. RESOLUTION NO. 5091 - Approving negotiation and/or condemnation of property at northwest corner of '~" Street and Fig Avenue 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 DISCUSSION ON TENTATIVE MAP OF ZENITH SUBDIVISION Planning Director Warren stated that the Planning Commission recommends the approval of the tentative map of the Zenith Subdivision subject to, among other requirements, that the subdivider extend "F" Court through the San Diego Gas & Electric Company right-of-way; that the right-of-way for '~" Street and the south- erly extension of "F" Court be 55 feet and designated as a residential collector street; and that payment in the amount of $3,096.90 be made to the City for con- necting to the sewer line that has been constructed through the freeway right-of- way to serve this property. Mr. Dennis Wittman, one of the developers of the subdivision, stated they have no objection to extending "F" Comrt through the Gas & Electric Company right- of-way but are of the opinion they should not be required to improve any more of it than the normal off-site street right-of-way. Mr. Wittman objected to "A" Street being classified as a major collector street, and requested that it be classified a normal residential street. Also Mr. Wittman objected to the $3,000 sewer charge and requested permission to install his own sewer which, in his opinion, could be done for $1,500. Mr. Richmond, representing the San Diego Gas & Electric Company, stated they are opposed to granting a right-of-way across their property for the extension of "F" Court. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the designation of collector street for "A" Street and "F" Court be removed from the requirements. It was moved by Councilman McAllister and seconded by Councilman Sylvester that the staff ~enegotiate with the subdivider on the cost of the sewer. The motion failed with Councilmen Hamilton, Scott and Mayor McCorquodale voting no. It was moved by Councilman McAllister that the developer be authorized to develop the off-site street in conformance with past policy. Motion died for lack of a second. RESOLUTION NO. 5092 - Approving tentative map of Zenith Subdivision Offered by Councilman Scott, as amended, 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 Noes: Councilman McAllister Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 5093 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for irrigation equip- ment in General Roca and Memorial Parks 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 ARCHITECT AUTHORIZEp FOR LIBRARY FACILITY Administrative Officer Ross reviewed past discussion and proposed action on a proposed new Library facility. He stated it was the recommendation of the Library Board and staff that the firm of Richard Wheeler and Associates be employed by the City as architects for the proposed new Library facility. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City engage the architectural firm of Richard Wheeler for the proposed Library facility and that the City Attorney be directed to draft the necessary resolution and contract for presentation at the meeting of March 25, 1969. REPORT ON CHA~GE OF SETBACK FOR AREA BOUNDED BY FLOWER AND '~" STREETS, WOODLAWN AND MADISON AVENUES Planning Director Warren reported that the Planning Commission has recon- sidered their recommendation that the front setback be changed from 25 feet to 15 feet in the area bounded by Flower and ~D" Streets, Woodlawn and Madison Avenues. After study and staff report, the Conmaission reiterated their stand that the front setback be reduced to 15 feet. It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and car- ried that the report be filed and that the Planning Co~nission be requested to look into the feasibility of rezoning this area to R~i and report their findings to the Council. Mayor McCorquodale and Councilman Sylvester voted no. REPORT ON THIP, D AVENUE HANGING FLOWER BASRETS Administrative Officer Ross stated that a report from the Administrative Trainee on refurbishing the hanging flower baskets on Third Avenue shows that it would cost an estimated $2,466.00 to replace all of the existing flowers with new ones and to restain all of the baskets. Because of the fact that the flowering trees on the avenue are now so big, and tend to hide many of the baskets, it was moved by Councilman Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that no further action be taken regarding the replacement of either the baskets or the flowers. Mr. Ken Dunn, representing the Downtown Association, stated the City accepted the baskets with the understanding the City would maintain them and he urged that the Council refurbish the flower baskets as requested. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor McCorquodale stated that arrangements have been made for a reception and ballet performance at Southwestern Junior College, Monday, March 17, in con- junction with the birthday celebration of Benito Juarez, Past President of Mexico, and the 200th Anniversary celebration. Mayor M¢Corquodale moved, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that a maximum of $250.00 be made available from the 200th Anniversary allotment to cover incidental costs for this affair. /. REQUEST' FO~¥~ROVEMENT ~7~/[[KING LOT A petition was received from businessmen and property owners at Third Avenue and "E" Street requesting that immediate action be taken to complete the parking lot at 205 Landis Avenue. Referred to staff for report. OPPOSITION EXPRESSED TO HIllING OF LIBRARY ARCHITECT Mr. Herbert Hillson, 537 Hilltop Drive, stated it was poor planning to hire an architect for the new Library prior to the Library being approved by the people. NEGOTIATION FOR PARK SITE AUTHORIZED It was moved by Councilman Hamilton, seconded by Mayor McCorquodale, and carried that the staff be authorized to negotiate with owners of the 47 acres on Telegraph Canyon Road (which were formerly proposed for a hospital site) for a purchase price and at the same time have the Parks and Recreation Commission study the feasibility of this area for a park site and report back to the Council as soon as possible. Councilmen Sylvester and McAllister voted no. CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORIZED TO ATTEND SEMINAR Upon the request of the City Attorney, it was moved by Councilman McAltister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the City Attorney be authorized to attend a seminar at the Los Angeles International Airport on March 20 and 21. The seminar, conducted by the Organization on Governmental Managemen~ will cover instruction and background on the complete range of Federal grants. Cost is $150.00. · Councilman Scott suggested that at budget time consideration be given to hiring a Public Information Officer to look at the various Federal grants available to the City. MAYOR AUTHORIZED TO MEET WITH MAYOR OF NATIONAL CITY ON BOUNDARY LINE It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the Mayor meet with the Mayor of National City in an attempt to get a new boundary agreement in writing. COUNCIL CONFERENCE SET It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that a Council donference be held March 18, 1969 at 3:30 P.M., to discuss billboard regulations. ~AYORREPORTS ON MEETING WITH MAYOR MORGAN Mayor McCorquodale gave a brief review of his meeting with Mayor Morgan of National City pertaining to annexation matters and a fixed boundary between the two cities. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 8:50 P.M., sine die. - ~.~ City C'~erk