HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1968/12/17 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday December 17, 1968
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was held
in the Council Chambers on the above date at 7:00 P.M., with the following Council-
men present: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, Scott, McAllister
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Ross, City Engineer
Cole, Associate Planner Manganelli
In the absence of Mayor MeCorquodale, Mayor pro tem Scott presided and led in the
pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of silent prayer.
Statement
The City Clerk hereby states that he did post within twenty-four hours
of adjournment, as provided by law, the order of adjournment of the regular meeting
of December 17, 1968.
INTRODUCTION OF FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS
Mr. Jack Unger, Vice-Chairman of the Sister City Friendship Commission
introduced David Meyers and Connie Benton, Foreign Exchange students who will be
representatives of Chula Vista and spend one year with two families in General
Roca, Argentina. Mr. Unger also introduced to the Council Mr. Eduardo Longo,
Foreign Exchange student from General Roca, Argentina, who presented to the Council,
on behalf of his City, a pennant. Mayor pro tem Scott accepted the pennant on
behalf of the City of Chula Vista.
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION
A certificate of recognition was presented to Miss Lisa Stearns for
having been selected as Junior Miss to represent San Diego County during 1969.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester,
and carried that the minutes for the meeting of December z3, 1968, be approved,
copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen.
PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Appeal of Mrs. Charles Smith and Alvin May of Planning
Commission action granting conditional use permit to Willard Layton
for mobile home park
This being the time and place,as designated, for the continuation of the
hearing on this appeal of Mrs. Charles Smith and Alvin May, Mayor pro tem Scott
declared the hearing reopened. No one wished to be heard. It was moved by Coun-
cilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the hearing
be continued until January 7, 1969 at 7:00 P.M. at which time all Councilmen are
expected to be present.
PUBLIC NEARING - Appeal of John Holz of Planning Commission action denying him a
permit to convert garage at 972 Nolan Way from a two-car to a one-
and one-half garage
This being the time and place, as advertised, for consideration of the
appeal of John Holz of Planning Commission action denying him a permit to convert
his garage at 972 Nolan Way to a one-and-one-half car garage, Mayor pro tem Scott
declared the hearing open. Mr. John Holz, 972 Nolan Way spoke in support of his
appeal. Others urging the Council to grant the variance for conversion of the
garage were: Steve Pieard, representing National Housing Company contract, Joseph
Hayes, 978 Nolan Way and Alvin Glatt, 966 Nolan Way. No others wished to be heard.
There were no written communications.
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton,
and carried that the hearing be continued until January 7, 1969 at 7:00 P.M. at
which time all Councilmen are expected to be present.
~'PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of rezoning from R-3 and R-2 to R-1 for property
located in the 500 block of Guava Avenue and Fig Avenue
This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the
proposed rezoning of property on both sides of Guava Avenue and Fig Avenue in
the 500 block from R-3 and R-2 to R-1 and at 408 Shasta Street from R-3 and
R-2 to R-3, Mayor pro tem Scott declared the hearing open. No one wishing to
be heard, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. A letter was read from Glen
W. Poore opposing the rezoning of his property to R-1.
ORDINANCE NO. 1160 - Rezoning property in the 500 block of Guava and Fig
Avenues - 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 con-
sent. The motion was carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sylvester, Hamilton, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 4994 - Appropriating funds for architectural services for
Norman Park Center expansion 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, Scott, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 4995 - Approving extension of time of tentative map - Dalseth
Hills Subdivision, Units No. 6, 7, 8 and 9
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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 4996 - Confirming assessment on 1911 Act Improvement
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, Scott, McAllister, Sylvester
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodate
RESOLUTION NO. 4997 - Granting extension of time to Fanco for the East Naples
Street drainage 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, Scott, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 4998 - Giving notice of intention to confirm assessment for cer-
~'.-~ ~ tain work performed at 766 Date Avenue
Offered by Councilman Sylvester, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmsn Sylvester, Hamilton, Scott, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor M¢Corquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 4999 - Accepting public improvements - Chula Vista Gardens Sub-
division Unit No. 5
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, Sylvester, Hamilton, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 5000 - Approving improvement agreement - Corky McMillin's Sub-
division Unit No. 3
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, Scott, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
RESOLUTION NO. 5001 - Accepting final map of Corky McMillin's Subdivision Unit No. 3
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, Scott, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: Mayor McCorquodale
REPORT ON PROPOSED BOND ELECTION FOR DRAINAGE PROJECTS
After having reviewed the report of the City Attorney dated December 3,
1968 pertaining to proposed election schedules for a special 3.5 million dollar
bond election for drainage facilities, it was moved by Councilman McAllister,
seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the election be held on
March 18, 1969 and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare, for the next
meeting, the resolution of interest and necessity.
REPORT ON TEENAGERS RIDING IN POLICE PATROL CARS
Administrative Officer Ross reported that the request of Councilman
Sylvester for a program whereby teenagers would ride with police officers on
patrol has been studied and has met with favorable response from the Police
Chief. In order to implement the program it was reco~mended that an additional
police officer be hired. Mayor pro tem Scott indicated he would like more infor-
mation on the proposal before taking action.
It was moved by Councilman Hamilton, seconded by Councilman McAllister,
and carried that the matter be held over until the meeting of December 30, 1968
for further study.
ACTION ON APPEAL of Lorne Dunseith of Planning Commission Action granting set-
back reduction at 126 Jefferson Avenue
Associate Planner Manganelli reported that the Planning Commission will
hold a hearing on January 6, 1969 on the matter of changing the front setbacks to
15 feet in the area bounded by D Street, Flower Street, Woodlawn Avenue and Madi-
son Avenue. He recommended that the Council take no action on the Dunseith appeal
until after the Planning Commission hearing.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester,
and carried that action on the Dunseith appeal be held over until the meeting of
January 28, 1969.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor pro tem Scott reported that the Mayor's Committee has met on the
subject of a new City Seal and their proposal will probably be presented to the
Council at the meeting of January 7, 1969. The Committee, not favoring the
designs presented to date, propose that a contest be held at Southwest Junior
College for a new design.
Upon the recommendation of Mayor pro rem Scott, it was moved by Coun-
cilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the City
Attorney be directed to attend the next meeting of the Local Agency Formation
Commission and attempt to have them reconsider their action authorizing the Soden
Annexation to the Spring Valley Sanitation District.
Mayor pro rem Scott stated he would like a report on his recent pro-
posal for a Park Ranger. Administrative Officer Ross stated it would be made an
agenda item for a future Council meeting.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TAXI CABS
A letter was read from the Diamond Cab Company requesting authoriza-
tion for three additional taxi licenses for use in Chula Vista. Referred to
Staff for investigation and report.
Councilman Sylvester asked if it is possible to give those taxi
companies operating in Chula Vista a blanket license to operate any number of
cabs in the City over the holidays. City Attorney Lindberg stated that the
present ordinance does not allow it, but was of the opinion the companies
would tend to meet the demands over this period. Councilman Sylvester hoped
that the companies would be notified that the City will encourage their opera-
ting cabs in excess of those permitted during the holidays.
CLAIM FOR DAMAGES DENIED
A verified claim for damages was read from James R. Warren, in the
amount of $593.05 for damages alleged to have been received because of sewer
backup at 132 "K" Street,
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister,
and carried that the claim be denied.
~' REPORT ON PARK DEVELOPMENT WEST OF BROADWAY
A letter was read from the Parks & Recreation Commission stating that
the Park-School Committee has studied the matter of park sites west of Broadway.
The Committee indicated that priority should be given to turfing of elementary
school sites with the City and School District participating jointly. The
sion considered a proposed site on "G" Street, 200 feet west of Broadway, and
agreed it would be desirable but questioned whether the City was in a position
to pay the price asked for the property.
Referred to the staff for report.
ACQUISITION OF LAND IN SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE AREA REQUESTED
A letter was read from the Parks and Recreation Commission requesting
that the Council obtain an option or acquire a site adjacent to Southwestern
College Estates Subdivision Unit No. 4 for a park site. Referred to Staff for
study and report and also the Park-School Committee.
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP TO BE PLACED ON AGENDA
Upon the recommendation of the City Attorney, it was moved by Council-
man McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the tentative
map of Princess Manor Unit No. 6 Subdivision be placed on the Counail agenda for
the meeting of January 7, 1969.
REPORT ON MEETING
Councilman Sylvester gave a brief report on the meeting of the Council
on Youth Opportunity which he and Administrative Assistant Sullins attended on
December 5, 1968 in San Francisco.
· LETTER OF APPRECIATION
Administrative Officer Ross read a letter from Mr. John Patton, Manager
of the California-American Water Company expressing appreciation to the Council
for having taken the time and effort preparing and adopting a resolution commending
Mr. A1 Poulter upon his retirement from the Company.
COUNCIL CONFERENCE SET
Mayor pro tem Scott stated there would be a Council Conference, Monday,
December 23, 1968 at 3:30 P.M. to meet with the members of the Planning Commission
to discuss minimum lot sizes in the R-1 zone.
AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED FOR USE OF PROPERTY
City Attorney Lindberg stated that in conjunction with the improvement
of Bonita Road, a temporary detour will be required over property leased by the
John Burnham Company. The Company is agreeable to the using of their property
for the detour provided they are given a hold-harmless agreement in case of
difficulties arising from use of the property.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester,
and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare such an agreement for
presentation to the Council at a future meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor pro tem Scott adjourned the meeting at 8:30 P.M. until December 30,
1968 at 7:00 P.M.
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