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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1968/08/27 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEET]lNG OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday August 27, 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 Councilmen 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. The invocation was given by Rev. Bob Kettelhut, Community Congregational Church APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the minutes for the meeting of August 20, 1968, be approved, copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen. PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of change in front setback on portion of Del Mar Avenue This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the pro- posed reduction in front setbacks from 25 feet to 15 feet for DelMar Avenue between "E" Street and Davidson Street, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. Mr. Ben Stiers, 249 Del Mar Avenue, asked if the change would permit prop- erty owners to build 10 feet closer to the street. He was informed it would. No others wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communi- cations, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Findings of the Planning Com- mission were read to the Council. ORDINANCE NO. 1140 - Approving change in setbacks on portion of Del Mar Avenue - First reading It was moved by Councilman Sylvester that this ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit; AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McGorquodale, McAllister, Scott Noes: None Absent: None PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of zone change for property west of 772 Third Avenue This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the pro- posed rezoning from C-1 and R-1 to R-3 for property west of 772 Third Avenue and 330 feet north of "K" Street~ Mayor MeCorquodale declared the hearing open. No one wishing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. ORDINANCE NO. 1141 - Approving change of zone for property west of 772 Third Avenue and north of "K" Street - 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 carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: None It was moved by Councilman McAlli~tc~, seconded by Councilman Sylvestez, and carried that the Planning Commission be requested to consider adopting a resolution under provisions of the Supplemental D zone which would allow the development of this R-3-D property, on the condition that the C-1 property front- ing on Third Avenue would be reserved as access to the multiple development. ORDINANCE NO. 1142 - Approving Trusty's Frontage Road Annexation - First reading It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be placed on its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Hoes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1143 - Adopting tax rate for fiscal year 1968-69 - First reading and adoption It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be placed on its first 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, Scott Noes: Councilman McAllister Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4883 - P~eviding for the incorporation of a non-profit corporation- Serra Hospital 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 ORDINANCE NO. 1139 - Calling, providing for and giving notice of special election to be held November 5, 1968 - Second reading It was moved by Councilman Scott 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 Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None REFLECTION OF VOTE CHANGE REQUESTED Mayor McCorquodale requested that the minutes reflect an aye vote for him on the first reading of Ordinance No. 1139 and an aye vote on Resolution No. 4868 which requested the Board of Supervisors to consolidate bond election with General Municipal Election of November 5. Both these items were considered at the meeting of August 20, 1968. RESOLUTION NO. 4884 - Giving authorimation to submit arguments on ballot measures 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. 4885 - Urging the San Diego Unified Port District to consider a South Bay site for new administration building 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 Seott~ Sylvcster, Hamilton, McCorquodale, MeAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4886 - Approving agreement for installation of certain improve- ments - Mestler Manor Subdivision Unit No. 3 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. 4887 - Granting request for driveway in excess of maximum allowed - 969 Corte Maria Avenue 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. 4888 - Accepting grant deed for street purposes - 500 block of Mclntosh 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. 4889 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for installation of Library lighting 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. 4890 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for construction of rest rooms in Greg Rogers Park 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. 4891 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for widening of Fourth Avenue from "L" Street to Kittiwake Lane 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 RESOLUTION NO. 4892 - Accepting bids and awarding contract for construction of storm drain fanilitias adjacent to East Naples Street be- tween Helix Avenue and Kellogg Elementary School 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, McCorquodal¢, McAllister Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION NO. 4893 - Appropriating funds for improving a channel access at Golf Course driving range Offered by Councilman 8ylvester, 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..,4894 - Approving the tentative map of McMillin's Unit No. 3 Sub- division 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 'DISCUS.SION ON LOMAVERDE SWIMMING POOL PROJECT City Engineer Cole showed slides of the various alternative access roads possible for access to the Loma Verde Park complex. Alternate "E" had previously been approved by the Council, Planning Cormnission and Parks and Recreation Com- mission. Administrative Officer Ross reviewed the report of Gerald S. Kibbey, Real Estate Appraiser who appraised the property proposed to be acquired for access road to the park. Mr. Henry Rienstra, 1560 Max Avenue, owner of the property over which ~ the access road must cross, expressed opposition to Alternate "E" and indicated his first preference would be an access via }lax Avenue~ and Alternate "D" via Orange Avenue as a second preference. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the staff proceed with condemnation pro- ceedings for acquisition of street right-of-way to Loma Verde Park northerly of Orange Avenue, according to the Alternate "E" plan. Upon the recommendation of Councilman Sylvester, Mayor McCorquodale stated that the staff would look into the feasibility of purchasing the entire six or seven acres of Mr. Rienstra's property, west of the drainage channel. REPORT ON ANNEXkTION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTRY CLUB Upon the request of City Attorney Lindberg, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that this item be held over until the meeting of September 10. MAYOR'S REPORT It was moved by Mayor McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the staff be directed to consider the selection of a City seal, for adoption, by the Council and report back in thirty days. Upon the recommendation of the Mayor, the Planning Director stated he would attempt to bring back as soon as possible information on the amount of R-3 zoning now available in the City and the actual amount that is considered adgquate for the City. Mayor ~cCorquodale suggested that an appropriate award of recognition j~ be prepared for presentation at a future Council meeting to Miss Diane Vetrecin for having won the National Championship in archery for the fourth time. The Mayor announced that a meeting would be held on Thursday, August 29~ at 8:00 P.M., in the Conference Building in Balboa Park for the purpose of dis- cussing a proposed campaign against the 'Watson Initiative" which will be on the November ballot. KEqh-EST THAT TRAFFIC SIGNALS BE RETAINED A letter was read from Mrs. Clara Heineke, 416 Woodlawn Avenue, request- ing that the traffic signal lights on the City's on-ramps to the Montgomery free- way be retained. Referred to Safety Cormmission. ,/INTERIM REPORT FROM AIRPORTADVISORY COMMITTEE The interim report of the Airport Advisory Committee~ dated August 8, 1968, was read to the Council. The committee suggested that a coordinated tour of proposed sites be conducted to include the members of the committee, the Mayor, the Councilmen, Chief Administrative Officer and other designated depart- mental representatives. Referred to Administrative Officer Ross to consider tour and to check on the status of the Airport Study Group of San Diego County to de- termine the length of time it intends to stay in operation and if it is to be a permanent thing that we could ask for membership on. \ OPPOSITION TO TAX REDUCTION Mr. Ernest Arnold~ 897 Beech Avenue, expressed opposition to the Council lowering the tax rate three cents. He was of the opinion the money should be accrued for capital improvements. ~'REqUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF RIENSTRA PROPOSAL Mr. Herbert Hillson, 537 Hilltop Drive, asked that the Council give serious thought to reconsidering the proposal of Mr. Rienstra for the City to use a Max AVenue right-of-way or Alternate "D" for an entrance to Loma Verde Park. qUALIFICATIONS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HOSPITAL CORPORATION REQUESTED Mr. Herbert Hillson, 537 Hilltop Drive, requested that the Chula Vista Star-News print the qualifications of those persons the Council has appointed as Board of Directors of the hospital corporation. Mr. Cecil Sparling, 96 East Emerson Street, requested that a resume of the qualifications of each member of the Board of Directors of the hospital corporation be brought back at the next meeting. Mayor McCorquodale stated he would get the information together and make it personally available to anyone interested. REQUEST FOR ENFORCEMENT OF ORDINANCE Councilman Scott requested that that section of the Council Procedural Ordinance No. 934~ which pertains to limiting speakers to five minutes under oral cormnunications, be enforced. He asked that a sign be placed on the lectern so stating. REQUEST FOR STUDY ON LEFT-TURN LANE Councilman Sylvester requested that the staff study the need for a left- turn lane at the intersection of Third Avenue and "I" Street. Administrative Officer Ross stated he was of the opinion this matter was now under study by the staff. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 9:25 P.M., sine die. City Clerk