HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1968/07/02 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday July 2, 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, Assistant Administrative Officer Sten-
berg, City Engineer Cole, Associate Planner Manganelli
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 McAtlister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester,
and carried that the minutes for the meeting of June 25, 1968, be approved,
copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen.
PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of prezoning for property at 1225 Frontage Road
This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on the pro-
posed prezoning from County R-2-A to R-3 for property at 1225 Frontage Road,
Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. No one wishing to be heard and
the Clerk having received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hear-
ing closed.
ORDINANCE NO. 1130 - Prezoning property at 1225 Frontage Road - 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 was carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of rezoning property east of Woodlawn Avenue,
300 feet south of "E" Street
This being the time and place~ as advertised~ for a hearing on the pro-
posed rezoning from C-2 to R-3 for property east of Woodlawn Avenue, 300 feet
south of "E" Street, Mayor McCorquodale declared the hearing open. No one wish-
ing to be heard and the Clerk having received no written communications, the
Mayor declared the hearing closed.
ORDINANCE NO. 1131 - Rezoning property east of Woodlawn Avenue, 300 feet south
of "E" Street - 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 was carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1132 - Amending City Code to authorize placement of public tele-
phones on public sidewalks of City - 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 was carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott, Sylvester~ Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1129 - Rezoning property at 838~ 848 and 872 Third Avenue - 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 motion was carried by the following vote, to-wit;
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodate, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4807 - Extending existing agreement between City of Chula Vista
and City of National City for the use of pound facilities
and services
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. 4808 - Adopting policy for display of American Flag at half-staff
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. 4809 - Approving and adopting Classification and Compensation Plan
for fiscal year 1968-1969 and amending Rule II of the Civil
Service Rules and Regulations
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. 4810 - Approving the renewal and amendment of agreement between
the City and Griffenhagen-Kroeger, Inc., for personnel
testing services
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. 4811 - Approving tentative map of Rancho Vista Estates
Offered by Councilman McAllister subject to the additional Planning Com-
mission recommendation that full improvement of the southerly portion of Tele-
graph Canyon Road between Oleander Avenue and the freeway right-of-way adjacent
to the commercial and multiple-family properties be required as a condition of
the approval of the final map of Rancho Vista Estates Units 2 and 3, or in lieu
thereof, that an agreement with an appropriate bond for said improvements be
executed by the owner of the commercial and multiple-family property adjacent
to said portion of Telegraph Canyon Road be presented to the City Council con-
current with the submission of the final map of Rancho Vista Estates Units 2
and 3 requiring the improvement of said street at the time of the development
of the commercial and multiple-family zoned property. The reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, and the resolution passed and adopted by the
following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Scott= Sylvester, Hamilton, McGorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
RBSOLUTION NO. 4812 - Accepting drainage easement at southeast corner of "J"
Street and Hilltop Drive
Offered by Councilman Sylvester~ the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed amd adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale~ McAllister~ Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4813 - Giving notice of intention to vacate a drainage easement
adjacent to Chula Vista Gardens Subdivision No. 3 and
setting July 23 as the time for a public hearing
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 McAltister, Scott, Sylvester, Hamilton, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED FOR CITY PARTICIPATION IN IMPROVEMENTS ON EAST NAPLES
STREET AND MELROSE AVENUE
City Engineer Cole stated that the staff and developer of Mestler Manor
Subdivision Units No. 2, 3 and 4 have reached an agreement regarding the partici-
pation by both in constructing Melrose Avenue and East Naples Street. Mr. Cole
reviewed conditions of the proposed agreement.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and
carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare, for Council action, an
agreement to cover cost of the City's participation in the improvements on Mel-
rose Avenue and East Naples Street, said cost to be financed by the use of 2106
Gas Tax funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 4814 - Approving improvement agreements - Mestler Manor Subdivi-
sion Units 3 and 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, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4815 - Approving final map of Mestter Manor Subdivision 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, McCorquodale, McAllister, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4816 - Approving final map of Mestler Manor Subdivision No. 4
Offered by Councilman Sylvestar~ 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. 4817 - Supporting AB 1217 regarding zoning regulations pertaining
to schools
Offered by Councilman McAtlister, 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. 4818 - Authorizing agreement to install street improvements in
Bonita Road - Gas Tax Project No. 84
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, gylvester, Hamilton, McOorquodale, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
CALL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR RELOCATION OF FOUR SEWER FACILITIES
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman McAllister,
and carried that the City Engineer be authorized to call for bids at the pre-
vailing minimum wage scale for relocation of sewer facilities in four locations
adjacent to Interstate 5 freeway.
CALL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR DRAINAGE CHANNEL
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Scott, and
carried that the City Engineer be authorized to call for bids at the prevailing
minimum wage scale for the construction of a lined drainage channel from 650
feet south to 950 feet north of "K" Street.
CALL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR BRIDGE ON FOURTH AVENUE
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Scott, and
carried that the City Engineer be authorized to call for bids at the prevailing
minimum wage scale for the construction of a bridge on Fourth Avenue south of
VL" Street.
C~LL FOR BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR SEWER CROSSINGS
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Hamilton,
and carried that the City Engineer be authorized to call for bids at the prevail-
ing minimum wage scale for the construction of sewer crossings in and adjacent
to Interstate 805 freeway at Bonita Mesa Road and future '~" Street.
REQUEST GRANTED FOR EXEMPTION FROM SWIMMING POOL FENCING ORDINANCE
Assistant Administrative Officer Stenberg stated that a request has been
received from Mr. Wayne B. Colburn of 5 Center Street, for an exemption from full
compliance with the swirmning pool fencing reqnirement; specifically that the self-
closing, self-latching device on an overhead carport-patio door be deleted from
the requirements. A report having been received from the Director of Building
and Housing, it was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Sylvester~
and carried that the request be granted~ subject to all recommendations of the
Building Department.
WEED REMOVAL AUTHORIZED
Assistant Administrative Officer Stenberg stated he has received a request
from the Fire Marshal for authorization to remove combustible vegetation and de-
bris from fourteen different parcels of property in the City which were posted
with "Notice to Clean Premises" signs as required by Ordinance No. 430. It was
moved by Councilman McAtlister~ seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried
that the Fire Marshal be directed to proceed with the necessary arrangements to
have the properties cleaned, as requested.
TENTATIVE MAP.S OF CHULA VISTA GARDENS~ Units No. 6, 7 and 8, PALOMARGARDEN$ and
NACION ESTATES
City Engineer Cole stated that all questions posed by Mr. Dennis Wittman
at the last meeting, pertaining to his three subdivisions~ have been resolved
with the exception of the question of City participation in the improvement of
an off-site portion of Naction Avenue through the San Diego Gas and Electric
Company right-of-way.
Mr. Dennis Wittman, developer of the subdivisions, stated he is willing
to install the off-site portion of Nacion Avenue through the San Diego Gas and
Electric Company right-of-way if he is required to install only the 24 feet of
paved right-of-way with a berm on either side. The City would participate by
installing the remainder of the improvements, if so desired.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester,
and carried that the City participate in the improvement of Nacion Avenue across
the San Diego Gas and Electric Company right-of-way, as requested by Mr. Wittman.
RESOLUTION NO. 4819 - Approving tentativ~ map of Chula Vista Gardens Subdivision
Units 6, 7 and 8
Offered by Councilman McAlli~ter, 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. 4820 - Approving tentative map of Palomar Gardens 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. 4821 - Approving tentative map of Nacion 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
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor McCorquodale announced there would be a joint meeting between the
City Council and the Parks and Recreation Commission, in the Administrative Con-
ference Room, July 8, at 7:30 P.M.
The Mayor announced that on Monday, July 8 at noon, there will be a meet-
ing with County Supervisors Henry Boney and Robert Cozens to discuss the County
dump fees.
Upon the request of the Mayor, it was moved by Councilman Sylvester,
seconded by Councilman Scott, and carried that the Council adjourn at the end
of the meeting, to executive session, to discuss pending litigation.
OFFER TO SELL PROPERTY TO CITY FOR ANIMAL SHELTER
A letter was read from Dr. H. R. Case offering to sell his property at
364 Bay Boulevard to the City for use as an animal shelter. It was moved by
Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Sylvester, and carried that the
letter be referred to Administrative Officer Ross for report.
RESIGNATION FRC~ LIBRARY BOARD
A letter was read from James Brown tendering his resignation as a member
of the Library Board. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Coun-
cilman Sylvester, and carried that the resignation be accepted with regret, and
a letter written expressing appreciation for his service on the Board.
RESIGNATION FROM COMMUNITY FACILITIES COMMITTEE
A letter was read from Earl Kernahan tendering his resignation from the
Com~nunity Facilities Committee. It was moved by Councilman Sylve~ter, seconded
by Councilman Hamilton, and carried that the resignation be accepted with regret,
and a letter written expressing appreciation for his service on the Cormmittee.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES DENIED
A claim was received from Francisca, Gilda and Daniel Rivera in the amount
of $25,000 for personal injuries sustained when the vehicle in which they were
riding was struck by a vehicle owned by the City. A claim was received from
Mrs. Charles Gant in the amount of $7,711.50 for personal injuries received when
she fell on the sidewalk in front of 278 Third Avenue. A claim was received from
Mrs. Chester Kilijanski, 685 Gretchen Road, in the amount of $250 for damage to
her house due to the March 8 heavy rains.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister~ seconded by Councilman Sylvester~
and carried that the claims be denied.
REQUEST FOR BUS SE%V.ICE
A letter was read from Chester Smith, President of College Estates Home-
owners Association, requesting that necessary steps be taken to provide bus
service to the residents of the College Estates area. Referred to Administrative
Officer Ross.
REQUEST FOR FUNDS FOR BILLBOARDS
A letter was read from the Chamber of Commerce requesting that the Council
retain the billboards advertising the City which are located on Highway 395, High-
way 80 and Interstate 5, and appropriate the necessary funds for them.
It was moved by Councilman Sylvester, seconded by Councilman Scott, and
carried that the matter be referred to the staff to physically look at the signs
to determine what state of repair they are in. Mayor McCorquodale voted no.
It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hamilton, and
carried that the motion be reconsidered. Councilman Sylvester voted no.
It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman McAllister, and
carried that the matter be placed on the next agenda for Council consideration.
REQUEST FOR ENFORCEMENT OF LAW
A petition was received, signed by 35 citizens, complaining about the con-
tinued violations of ordinances against noise, careless driving and destruction
of property around and near the food establishment at the corner of Third Avenue
and Kearney Street. They urged the City and its law enforcement arm to attempt
to create respect for both law and order. Referred to City Attorney Lindberg.
REQUEST FOR VOTE ON POLICE FACILITY BONDS
Upon the request of Councilman Scott, City Attorney Lindberg was directed
to prepare, for the next meeting, the necessary document to place the police
facility bond measure on the November ballot.
REQUEST FOR POLICY ON STREET TREE P.F. PLACEMENT
Councilman Sylvester requested that the Council adopt a policy for replac-
ing street trees in parkways that have been cut down by City crews. Referred to
Administrative Officer Ross.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCorquodale adjourned the meeting at 8:50 P.M., sine die.
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