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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 1968/12/03 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday December 3, 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 Coun- cilmen present: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Absent: Councilman Scott (excused because of illness) Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Ross, City Engi- neer Cole, Planning Director Warren Mayor McCorquodale led in the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of November 26, 1968, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. REPORT FROM PORT COMMISSIONER Port Commissioner C. R. Campbell gave a summary report on the highlights of those projects now under way and those contemplated in the near future by the Unified Port District. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Appeal of Joseph Fisch of Planning Commission action denying his client, Ahmet Kaya, permission to use tandem parking for off-street parking spaces at 1558 Marble Court, said off-street parking to encroach 4 feet into the 15-foot front setback This being the time and place, as designated, for the continuation of the hearing on the appeal of Joseph Fisch of Planning Commission action denying his client, Ahmet Kaya, permission to use tandem parking at 1558 Marble Court, for off- street parking, said parking to encroach 4 feet into the 15-foot front setback, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. City Attorney Lindberg explained that he has learned that the Zoning Ord- inance does not prohibit tandem parking so the only item under consideration for the Council is the 4-foot encroachment into the front setback. Mr. Joseph Fisch, attorney for Mr. Kaya, spoke in support of the appeal and stated that the location of the swimming pool should not enter into the hear- ing discussions. A petition was submitted, bearing 22 signatures, opposing the tandem park- ing and construction of a swimming pool in the front yard. Mr. M. B. Burkhead, 1559 Marble Court, and J. L. Herkelsberg, 1550 Marble Court, spoke in opposition to the tandem parking and the swimming pool in the front yard. No others wishing to be heard, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Findings of the Planning Commission were read to the Council. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that action of the Planning Commission be sustained, and the appeal denied. It was moved by Mayor McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the staff and Planning Commission consider an amendment to the Code to restrict tandem parking and make recommendations to the Council accordingly. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Consideration of R-2 and R-3 zones of the new Compre- hensive Zoning Ordinance It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that this hearing be continued until December 30, 1968 at 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) - Proposed grading ordinance This being the time and place, as designated, for the continuation of the hearing on the proposed grading ordinance, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. Mr. E. C. Brazell, representing the Constructors Coordinating Council, stated basically the proposed grading ordinance was acceptable, with only minor changes recommended. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the hearing be continued until December 30, 1968 at 7:00 P.M., in order for the staff to incorporate the recommended changes in the ordinance. [~,PUBLIC t{EARING - Assessment on 1911 Act - Phase XII This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on assessments on Phase XII of the 1911 Block Act, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. No one wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the report of the City Engineer concerning the installation of these public improvements be approved and the assessment confirmed, and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare for the next meeting the necessary resolution imposing the lien to cover cost of improvements. RESOLUTION NO. 4983 - Commending Mr. A1 Poulter 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, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4984 - Opposing proposed rules relating to public hearings and procedures for location and design of Federal Aid Highways 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 Noes~ None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4985 - Amending Rule II of Civil Service Rules Offered by Councilman McAllister, with the amendment changing the salary range for the Zoning Enforcement Officer from 20 to 21, as recommended by the Director of Planning~ Reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent and the resolution passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4986 - Approving tentative map of Southwestern College Estates Subdivision Unit No. 4 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 Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott The Council indicated an interest in acquiring a park site adjacent to this subdivision and that Park Development Plan include plans to purchase a park site in this area. RESOLUTION NO. 4987 - Approving agreement with Center City Ford for purchase of 9 Police cars It was moved by Councilman $ylvester and seconded by Councilman McAllister that the Center City Ford bid not be accepted. The motion failed with Councilmen Hamilton and McCorquodale voting no. The resolution was then offered by Councilman Hamilton, the reading of the text waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: Councilman Sylvester Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4988 - Approving grant of easement for fire hydrant on Spruce 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, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4989 - Acceptimg public improvements in Flair Annex Subdivision 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, McCorquodale, McAllister, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4990 - Adopting additions and revisions to the Standard Specifica- tions and Standard Drawings for the comstruction of public improvements 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, McCorquodale Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4991 - Quit Claiming an easement for recreational purposes in Flair Subdivision Unit No. 4 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, McCorquodale, McAllister, Sylvester Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4992 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for revamping of swim- ming pool lighting system 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 Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott RESOLUTION NO. 4993 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for installation of storm drain facilities at Woodlawn Avenue and Flower Street, and 800 block of Riverlawn 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: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: Councilman Scott REPORT ON PROPOSED BOND ELECTION FOR DRAINAGE PROJECTS This item held over until meeting of December 17, in order for Councilmen to study report submitted by City Attorney Lindberg. RECOMMENDATION OF SAFETY COMMISSION A letter was read from the Safety Cormnission recommending that the City Attorney be directed to draft an ordinance controlling the noise of motorcycles, mini-bikes and the like. The Council having recently adopted such an ordinance, it was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the City Attorney be directed to check to see if there are any additional laws that have been enacted to cover this situation. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor McCorquodale announced that there would be a one-day meeting of the Western Regional Youth Coordinators in San Francisco on December 5 at 9:00 A.M., to discuss plans and preparations for the 1969 summer youth programs. The Mayor suggested that one member of the Council and one staff member be present. Council- men Sylvester indicated he would attend. Councilman Sylvester requested a report from the staff as to how the sum- mer youth program in Chula Vista worked out. Administrative Officer Ross stated a report would be forthcoming. The Mayor stated that the Council met in executive session to discuss possible legal action regarding the Local Agency Formation Commission and asked if any action is now needed. Administrative Officer Ross reported that the Agency has approved the Soden Annexation to the Spring Valley Sanitation District and recommended no action be taken until a report is received from the Agency on their decision. Mayor McCorquodale stated he has written the U. S. Department of Agricul- ture pertaining to flood control and prevention, and there seems to be a possibil- ity the City could get some assistance from the Federal Government on its drainage problems. He gave this information to the staff to pursue further. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO PLANNING COMMISSION It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that this item be held over until the meeting of December 30~ 1968. REQUEST THAT SUBDIVISIONMAP BE PLACED ON AGENDA A letter was read from Princess Park Estates, Inc.~ requesting that the Council place the matter of the tentative map of Princess Manor Unit No. 6 on the Council agenda at the earliest possible time. City Attorney Lindberg was directed to write them a letter informing them of the circumstances under which the matter will be again placed on the Council agenda. REQUEST FOR DONATIONS FOR COPE A letter was read from Community Opportunity Programs in Education giving notice of a Luau in the Balboa Park Club, December 14, 1968 at 7:00 P.M. Funds derived from the Luau will be used on their program of working with needy students. The letter requested donations of any type for assistance of the program. No action taken. NOTICE OF INCREASE IN BUDGET FOR UNDERGROUND CONVERSIONS OF UTILITIES A letter was read from the San Diego Gas & Electric Company giving notice of an increase of $550~000 in the Company's 1969 budget for underground conversion of utilities. Chula Vista's share of this will be $76,160. The letter also out- lined a policy change which will further increase the amount of dollars spent by the Company for underground projects. Referred to Administrative Officer Ross. PROTEST TO LIQUOR LICENSE A copy of a letter to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board from Frank Humphrey was read, protesting to the granting of a license to sell alcoholic bev- erages at 860 Broadway. It was moved by Councilman Sylvester~ seconded by Coun- cilman Hamilton~ and carried that the matter be referred to Administrative Officer Ross to check out as the request of Mr. Humphrey. NOTICE OF ~ETING GNANGE A letter was read from the Board of Supervisors giving notice that the meeting scheduled for November 25 has been changed to December 9 at 2:00 P.M. The meeting pertains to the possible expansion of the Citizens' Interracial Committee of San Diego County. Referred to Human Relations Commission. REPRESENTATION REQUESTED ON MODEL CITIES PROGRAM Councilman Mckllister suggested that perhaps the City should have repre- sentation at the Model Cities Program informational meeting to be held all day on December 13, at the E1 Cortez Hotel. Administrative Officer Ross stated he would have representation at the meeting. RECOGNITION REQUESTED FOR PARADE Mr. Fred Gelsomini, 650 Gretchen Road, requested that a letter of appreci- ation be sent to the Downtown Association and Chamber of Commerce for the outstand- ing Christmas parade which was staged on Third Avenue December 2. The Mayor stated such a letter would be written. PUBLIC RELATIONS Mr. Fred Gelsomini, 650 Gretchen Road~ stated he was of the opinion the public relations in the City were lax when it comes to informing residents of County areas of the benefits of annexing to the City and in trying to get the public interested in attending Council meetings. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 9:30 P.M. until December 17, 1968 at 7:00 P.M. City Clerk/