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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 1968/09/10 MINUTES OF A REGULAH MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday September 10, 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, Scott Absent: None Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Ross, City Engi- neer Cole, Planning Director Warren Mayor McCorquodale led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of silent prayer. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman 8ylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of September 3, 1968, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PUBLIC HEARING - Intention to close a portion of "G" Street Because of his employment with the Rohr Corporation, Councilman Sylvester abstained from participation on this hearing. This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the pro- posed closing of a portion of "G" Street, west of the Coronado branch line of the San Diego and Arizona Eastern Railway right-of-way, Mayor McCorquodale de- clared the hearing open. Mr. Mitchell Koteff, on behalf of the Rohr Corporation, spoke in favor of the street closing and suggested that they would be agreeable to moving thc east line of the proposed vacation to the west line of that property occupied by the San Diego Gas and Electric Company substation in order that property to the north would still have access to "G" Street. Mr. John Shaw, representing the Machinist Union, spoke in favor of the closing. Mr. James Miller, attorney representing the Maco Welding Enterprises, INc., and Makai Marine Sales, holders of leases on the north side of "G" Street, spoke in opposition to the closing of "G" Street. Mr. William Barker, Superintendent of the San Diego and Arizona Eastern Railway, stated they do not oppose the clos- ing of "G" Street~ but that they do have a spur track running down the street, and if the street is closed, they would request help to have the spur moved northward so that it could eventually connect to Tidelands Avenue as has been requested by the Unified Port District. Mr. Eugene York, representing the Chamber of Commerce, read a letter from the Chamber Boamd recommending approval of the street vacation subject to the provision that all agencies involved are satisfied that adequate present and future access to the Chula Vista tidelands be provided. Mr. Frank Phillips~ representing the California-American Water Company, stated the company has no objection to the closing, providing they are granted an easement for maintenance of their water line which runs down the street. Mr. Jim Harrigan, representing Attorney Gaylord Henry, who filed a letter of protest to the closimg on behalf of his client, Mr. Charles Offerman, stated that Mr. Henry is hopeful that the hearing will be continued one week in order that he may appear and be heard. Mr. Ben Williams, representing the Chula Vista Taxpayers Association, spoke in favor of the proposed closing. Admiral Davis~ representing the Unified Port District, spoke in opposition to the closing of the street and filed with the Clerk his prepared statement of objection. Mr. Rudy Brewster, representing Tidelands Development Company, Marigold Properties, Inc.: and Morley Properties~ Inc., spoke in opposition to the clos- ing but stated that the opposition would cease when other public suitable access substantially equivalent to "G" Street is provided for the Tidelands Avenue area. Mr. Cecil Sparling was opposed to giving the San Diego and Arizona Eastern Railway an exclusive right-of-way in "G" Street as it would have a tendency to prevent the Santa Fe Railway Company from opening their land holdings to indus- trial development for many years to come. Mr. Ernest Arnold, 897 Beech Avenue, suggested that the Rohr Corporation consider possible alternate methods of making their properties accessible on either side of a public thoroughfare, such as undergrounding or an overhead pass. Mr. Jack McClure, 231 "K" Street, spoke in opposition to the street clos- ing. City Attorney Lindberg suggested that the hearing be continued one week and that in the next few days he will draft a resolution for Council study, which will contain points discussed this evening and hopefully resolve the matter to the satisfaction of all parties concerned. It was moved by Councilman Scott~ seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that the hearing be continued until September 17, 1968 at 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of prezoning of property generally bounded by Quintard Street, San Diego Gas & Electric Company right-of-way, Tobias Drive and Hilltop Drive This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the proposed prezoning to R-3-B-3-D of property bounded by Quintard Street, San Diego Gas and Electric Company right-of-way, Tobias Drive and Hilltop Drive, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. A letter was read from Robinhood Homes, Inc., requesting that this hear- ing be continued until October 1, 1968. Speaking in opposition to the proposed zoning were Robert Bush, 1372 Tobias Drive,~Ray Morgan, 1443 Hilltop Drive and C. L. Jearls, No. 1 Orange Avenue. A petition was submitted bearing signatures of 185 persons objecting to the proposed zoning. A letter was read from R. J. Arthur, 114411 Caroleen Lane, Garden Grove, California, owner of property on Tobias Drive, approving the proposed prezoning. The findings of the Planning Commission were read to the Council. It was moved by Councilman McAlllster, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the hearing be continued until October 1, 1968 at 7:00 P.M. ORDINANCE - Revising Section 27.25 of the City Code regarding permits for public improvements It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and carried that this ordinance be referred to the Board of Appeals for study and recommendation. ORDInaNCE NO. 1141 - Approving zone change for property west of 772 Third Avenue and north of "K" Street - 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 adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1144 - Prezonlng Layton's Annexation - 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 adopted by the following vote, to-wit; AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McAllister, Scott Noes: Mayor McCorquodale Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4899 - Approving appropriation of funds for remodeling of Rohr Park Mansion 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 RESOLUTION - Supporting H.R. 18371 and S. 3728 authorizing exemption from taxa- tion of municipal bond interest on industrial development bonds Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unan- imous consent, the resolution failed to carry by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilman McAllister Noes: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4900 - Consideration of offer to purchase City-owned property (Palm Gardens Estates Subdivision) 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. 4901 - Concurring in the acceptance of certain low bids for com- munications equipment 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 RESOLUTION NO. 4902 - Accepting dzainage easement at 53 Shasta 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, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4903 - Giving notice of intention to vacate a portion of East Rienstra Street - Hearing October 1, 1968 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. 4904 - Approving the extension of the tentative map of Flair Subdivision 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, McGorquodale, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None CALL FOR BIDE AUTHORIZED FOR BONITA ROAD WIDENING PROJECT It was moved by Councilman Sylvester~ seconded by Councilman M~Allimter, and carried that the City Engineer be authorized to call for bids at the prevail- ing minimum wage scale for completion of improvements on Bonita Road from Willow Street to Otay Lakes Road, Gas Tax Project No. 84. REPORT ON REQUEST FOR REFURBISHING OF FLCWER BASKETS Administrative Officer Ross reported the estimated cost to refurbish 188 flower baskets on Third Avenue, a portion of "E" Street and on the parking lots is $1,450.00 plus $500.00 for labor of City employees to install the baskets after complete refurbishing. Mr. Kan Dunn, President of the Chuta Vista Downtown Asso- ciation, urged that the Council approve the request for refurbishing of the baskets. He estimated the life of the baskets would be two or three years at which time the trees would have grown large enough to make the need for the baskets unnecessary. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the matter be held over for further consideration and possible modification on the number needed to be replaced. Councilman Scott voted no. PROTEST TO PROPOSED NATIONAL CITY ANNEXATION AUTHORIZED Planning Director Warren stated that the Planning Commission requested that the City Council authorize representation at the Local Agency Formation Commission meeting of September 17 to protest the proposed Orchid Hills Annexa- tion to National City. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that Mr. Warren and City Attorney Lindberg be authorized to appear at the meeting on behalf of the City and protest the proposed annexation. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor McCorquodale gave his weekly report at this time. PROCLAMATION - Constitution Observance Week A letter was read from the South Bay Constitution Observance Committee requesting that the Mayor proclaim the week of September 15 through 21 as "Consti- tution Observance Week". The Council approved the proclamation. REQUEST FOR PLACEMENT OF OLD FIRE TRUCK IN PARK Dr. Ben Layton, immediate past President of Southwest Lions Club, suggested and recommended that the fire engine which is to be replaced by a new engine, not be disposed of but be made available for placement in one of the parks or play- grounds for use of all the children in the community. Referred to Parks and Recreation Commission. Administrative Officer Ross questioned the status of the contract for purchase of the new fire engine which calls for trade-in of the old truck with a value of $1,500.00. Referred to City Attorney. REPORT ON SAN DIEGO COUNTRY CLUB ANNEXATION City Attorney Lindberg reported that the Board of Directors of the San Diego Country Club have met and discussed the matter of annexation of the club property to the City. The Board has requested that the Council defer any action pending their meeting of September 24, 1968 in order that they may have an oppor- tunity to contact the full membership to obtain their sentiments. It was moved by Mayor McCorquodale that the matter be extended to the first day in October and at that time if no affirmative action has been forwarded to the Council~ that the sewer service to the Club be discontinued. Motion died for lack of a second. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 9:53 P.M., sine die. City Clerk/