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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1980/01/02 MINUTES OF A REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA~ CALIFORNIA Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. January 2, 1980 A rescheduled regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue. ROLL CALL Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Cox, McCandliss, Scott Councilmen absent: None Staff present: City Manager Cole, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Asmus, Development Services Administrator Robens, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Building and Housing Grady, Acting City Engineer Hansen The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hyde followed by a moment of silent prayer. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilwoman McCandliss and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meetings of December 13, 18 and 20, 1979 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY a. RESOLUTION NO. 9903 - Clyde W. Longerbone joined the Chula Vista Fire Department COMMENDING CLYDE W. on October 20, 1952 and was promoted through the ranks until LONGERBONE, FIRE CHIEF, he was appointed Fire Chief on July 1, 1978. He is well UPON HIS RETIREMENT known and respected for his knowledge and experience in Fire Science and for the exemplary way he carried out his duties as Fire Chief. He retired on December 28, 1979. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Cox Noes: None Absent: None 3. ORAL CO~UNICATIONS (None) 4. WRITTEN CO~UNICATIONS a, REQUEST TO DISCUSS Mr. Gale C. Burkey, 4807 Del Prado, Bonita, submitted a SUGGESTED ANNEXATION letter to the Council requesting an opportunity to discuss OF THE BONITA AREA the question of possible annexation of the Bonita area to TO THE CITY OF the City of Chula Vista under the Municipal Organization CHULA VISTA Act (MORGA). In answer to a query from Councilman Scott, Assistant City Manager Asmus said that a copy of the resolution concerning property tax exchange considered by the Council at the last meeting was forwarded to Supervisor Hamilton and it is anticipated that a meeting will be scheduled soon to discuss this matter. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -2- January 2, 1980 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Cont.) Staff recommendation Councilman Scott referred to the staff recommendation: questioned "Because of the inappropriate distribution formula developed by the County for annexing areas with one million dollars or less assessed valuation, it is recommended that this proposed annexation not be pursued at this time." He questioned whether this is an appropriate position to take as it is not known at this time whether or not an appropriate distribution formula will be developed. Council discussion Council discussion ensued with the staff concerning the ADMA annexation and the expiration of the MORGA act in December 1980. Gale Burkey Mr. Burkey expressed his opposition to the proposal for P.O. Box 321 annexation of his property and that of his neighbor at this Bonita time under the MORGA act, stating he would be more in favor of the tetal valley annexation in an election. Mrs. Gretchen Burkey Mrs. Burkey read a petition with 22 signatures of residents 4807 Del Prado in the area of the proposed "Bonita Road/Palm Drive annexa- Bonita tion" requesting that the proposal be withdrawn and that the City concentrate on the future annexation of the entire valley as being a more logical approach. H. S. Ryan Reverend Ryan, representing the First Assembly of God Church, 133 Rainier Court discussed the i5-1/2 acres they purchased in the valley Chula Vista with intent to develop. He expressed his concerns regarding the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit secured through the County if this property is annexed to the City of Chula Vista. Council discussion An in depth discussion followed and it was the concurrence of the Council and staff that the CUP could be incorporated in the proceedings of the annexation to protect the church. Letters noted for Mayor Hyde noted, for the record, the letters pertaining the record to this issue received from Mr. and Mrs. Angelo Palango, ~s. Gretchen Burkey, and Viola and James McPherson. Criteria questioned Councilman Cox questioned whether the area under discussion meets all the criteria under MORGA as territory "surrounded" by the City. Director of Planning Peterson said that the area meets the Local Agency Formation Commission interpretation of the law as being "more than 50% surrounded" by the City - assuming that the ADMA annexation occurs. Gale Burkey Mr. Burkey referred to the ADB~ annexation in process and Bonita noted the MORGA act states "contemplated annexations or annexations that have been started since the 1977 Act cannot be used to justify substantial surrounding..." Item 4a continued With the concurrence of the Council, Mayor Hyde said that until later in the this item will be trailed to follow the remaining items meeting under Written Communications to give the Director of Planning an opportunity to check on the requirements of the law as noted by Mr. Burkey. b. REQUEST TO DISCONTINUE Ms. Gretchen Evans, 323 Minor Avenue, Chula Vista, requested FEE OF $1.00 FOR that the Council reconsider thc current policy of charging LIBRARY CONCERTS a fee of $1.00 for theLibraryConcert Series and also asked that the competing programs at the Library be eliminated if possible. It was staff's recommendation that the $1.00 admittance fee be continued and consideration of the concert program be included in the 1980-81 budget preparation. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. ~3- January 2, 1980 WRITTEN COF~4UNICATIONS (Cont.~ Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded hy Councilwoman staff reco~nendation McCandliss that the staff recommendation be accepted to keep the $1.00 admittance fee. Ms. Gretchen Evans Ms. Evans reviewed the attendance at the concerts for the 323 Minet Avenue last four years and noted that the interest was lowest this Chula Vista year, and asked for an opportunity to evaluate the attendance record next spring without the $1.00 fee. She spoke in favor ef retaining the programs at the Library and offered to work with the Librarian, Mr. Simon, to resolve the conflicting schedules. She read letters in support of the concerts from Ricarda Warkentin, Gayle Johnson, Dr. and Mrs. William Nelson, Walter Hoysa, Robert and Barbara Radcliffe and Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Warkentin~ Motion to accept The motion to retain the $1.00 fee failed by the following recommendation failed vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilman Scott, Cox NOES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen McCandliss, Gillow Absent: None Motion to discontinue It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Gillow the $1.00 fee for the and unanimously carried that at this time the $1.00 admission balance of the season fee to the Library concert program be discontinued for the balance of this season. Motion for analysis It was moved by Mayor Hyde that at budget time, the Council of impact of fees have an analysis of the attendance pattern both before and after the collection of fees for these programs so that it can be considered in the consideration of this program for next year. No second to motion The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Scott noted that if the programs at the Library are competitive and people want to see them, if at all possible they should be separated. Staff requested to Mayor Hyde asked that the City Manager look into this and check on scheduling see if it is not possible to get a better scheduling arrange- of programs ment. Councilman Scott asked that a brief comment be made at the next Council meeting as to what the problem is and what can be done to resolve it. 4a. REQUEST TO DISCUSS Mayor Hyde asked if the question raised by Mr. Burke7 had SUGGESTED ANNEXATION been answered. OF BONITA AREA TO TIlE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Director of Planning Peterson responded that it appears that since the annexation was not initiated at the same time as the ADMA property, the language (of the law) would prohibit the annexation now being proposed. He suggested that this item be continued for two weeks to give staff an opportunity to check with LAFCO as there is great disagreement as to the provisions of the Act. Motion to drop annexation It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman proceedings Gillow and unanimously carried that the annexation proceedings be dropped. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -4- January 2, 1980 WRITTEN COF~4UNICATIONS (Cont.) 4c. REQUEST TO SUPPORT The Comprehensive Planning Organization forwarded a letter CONTINUATION OF outlining several points in favor of the continuation of JOINT APCB/CPO AIR the Joint Air Pollution Control Board/CPO air management MANAGEMENT PROCESS process, concluding that there is no valid reason to change a process which has worked well for several years. The CPO urged the Council to support the continuation of the existing joint arrangement. Correspondence noted Mayor Hyde said the correspondence on this matter would be noted. The Council concurred. d. REQUEST TO ADOPT The San Diego County Grand Jury recommended that the Council POLICY REGARDING adopt a policy on the implementation of passive solar energy PASSIVE SOLAR ENERGY similar to that adopted by the County Board of Supervisors. Staff recommendation In a written statement, the City Manager said City staff is in the process of studying energy use in City buildings and recommended an appropriate letter be forwarded to the Grand Jury regarding the City's action. Motion to approve It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and staff recommendation unanimously carried that the staff recommendation that an appropriate letter be forwarded to the Grand Jury concerning the City's actions be approved. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Hyde said he will pull Items 8 and 10 for further (Items 5, 6, 7, 9 & 11) discussion. Item 7 clarified In answer to a query from Counoilman Scott, City Clerk Jennie Fulasz said that pamphlets will be used this year for sample ballots rather than envelopes and that candidates may "buy" one sheet of 8-1/2 x 11 size with camara ready copy to be printed in pamphlet form and paid for by the candidate. School Board candidates will also have the privilege of purchasing this sheet for campaign material. Motion to approve It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and Consent Calendar unanimously carried that the Consent Calendar (Items 5, 6, 7, 9, and 11) be approved and adopted. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 9904 - At the meeting of December 18, 1979 the Council directed ESTABLISHING NEW RATE that an appropriate resolution be brought back establishing SCHEDULE FOR POLICE new increased rates for towing services. REQUESTED TOWING SERVICES 6. RESOLUTION NO. 9905 - If the Council candidates do not receive a majority of the REQUESTING THE BOARD votes cast, then the two candidates receiving the highest OF SUPERVISORS OF THE votes will run in a special run-off election to be held COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO TO on June 3, 1980. PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO CONSOLIDATE A POSSIBLE RUN-OFF ELECTION WITH THE PRImaRY ELECTION OF JUNE 3, 1980 7. RESOLUTION NO. 9906 - This year, for the first time, the voters will use the punch- ALLOWING CANDIDATES TO card system instead of the paper ballots for the General INCLUDE CAMPAIGN MATERIAL b~nicipal Election to be held on April 8, 1980. A voter's IN THE SAMPLE BALLOT pamphlet will be sent to each registered voter instead of PAMPHLET the sample ballot envelopes with all the inserts. With Council approval, a candidate may "purchase" one page of this pamphlet for his campaign flyer. Meld Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -$- January 2, 1980 CONSENT CALENDAR (Cont.) 9. RESOLUTION NO. 9907 - The Final Map for Villa Lea Condominiums has been checked APPROVING FINAL MAP by the Engineering Department and found to be in conformity FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT with the Tentative Map approved on October 16, 1979 by 80-3, VILLA LEA Resolution No. 9806. The subdivision is for the development CONDOMINIUMS of a one lot, 8 unit condominium project at 183 and 185 Brightwood Avenue. 11. RESOLUTION NO. 9908 - On December 17, 1979 Mayor Hyde received a request from SUPPORTING CALIFORNIA George Deukmejian, the Attorney General, seeking support for CRIME WATCH AND THE a statewide plan to restore public safety in the 1980's ATTORNEY GENERAL'S PLAN called the California Crime Watch. TO RESTORE PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE 80'S (END OF CONSENT CALENDAR) RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 8. RESOLUTION NO. 9909 - After completing the construction of the realigned North DEDICATING AND NAMING Second Avenue, staff held off naming and dedicating the CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY street until some right-of-way matters with the State had AS NORTH SECOND AVENUE been resolved. The State acquired certain parcels of land in conjunction with the acquisitions for Route 54 Freeway which eliminated public access to the KOA Campground. The relinquishment of these parcels for street purposes was approved by the California Transportation Commission and was recorded on August 30, 1979; access is now provided to KOA from North Second Avenue. Suggestion to re-name Mayor Hyde noted that with the current street improvements Edgemere as North Second for Second Avenue, Edgemere Avenue is very small with few Avenue addresses. He questioned if it would not be appropriate to re-name Edgemere as Second Avenue all the way to 30th Street. Staff to contact Development Services Administrator Robens said staff intends CalTrans and National in the near future to notify CalTrans and have the freeway City signs changed from Edgemere to North Second Avenue. It will be necessary to meet with National City on re-naming Edgemere Avenue from State 54 to 30th Street, but he said he did not see any problems concerning this. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Myde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Cox Noes: None Absent: None Motion for staff to It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and contact County and unanimously carried that staff be directed to contact National City re: name San Diego County and National City as to whether or not they change would agree to modify the name of the balance of Edgemere Avenue as North Second Avenue. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 9910 - Stafford-Gardner Development applied for permission to maintain APPROVING ENCROACHMENT a directional sign at Pasco del Rey and Telegraph Canyon Road PERMIT NO. 79-33 FOR for model homes. The placement of this sign does not consti- DIRECTIONAL SIGN TO tute a safety or health hazard to the public and the City MODEL HOMES AT PASEO DEL Engineer recommended approval of the permit with the condition REY AND TELEGRAPH CANYON that the sign shall be removed and the permit expire one ROAD year from the date of his signature. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -6- January 2, 1980 RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.) A1 Wylie Mr. Wylie said he is the contractor who put up the sign, which 6332 Riverdale St. was erected prior to the annexation of the right of way. He San Diego asked that it be maintained for one year. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimously consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Cox Noes: None Absent: None 12. RESOLUTION NO. 9911 - In August 1978, the City entered into agreements with Crocker ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO National Bank for lending services relative to the Community AGREEMENTS WITH CROCKER Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) and the Mobile Home Loan NATIONAL BANK REGARDING Rehabilitation Program. A base interest rate of 10% is CREDIT in effect for residential properties and a base rate of 11% is in effect for mobile homes. Both rates are reduced to a lending rate of 7% and 3% respectively and Block Grant funds are utilized to pay the difference. With the increasing cost of funds being experienced by lending institutions, Crocker National Bank requested an increase in the base rate from 10% and 11% to 12% for both residential loans (CHIP) and mobile homes. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor [[yde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Cox Noes: None Absent: None 13. RESOLUTION NO. 9912 - On December 4, 1979 the Council authorized the payment of the PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL judgment in the amount of $18,150.00 in the inverse condem- APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS nation action of Nelson vs. City of Chula Vista. Mr. Albright, FOR PAYMENT OF COSTS attorney representing Mr. Nelson, notified the City Attorney's AND ATTORNEY'S FEES office that the court had ordered the sum of $9,369.50 to IN INVERSE CONDEMNATION be paid as costs and attorneys' fees in this matter. LAWSUIT - NELSON vs. CITY OF CHULA VISTA Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Gillow, Cox, Hyde, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None 14. ORDINANCE NO. 1888 - The City Attorney's office frequently receives complaints AMENDING THE CITY that people are keeping more than three dogs at their CODE RELATING TO THE residences in the City. Traditionally, people are prosecuted NUMBER OF DOGS, CATS under that section of the Code which states that the keeping AND BIRDS PERMITTED of more than three dogs constitutes a kennel. The Ordinance IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES - now defines the code requirements to limit the number of FIRST READING dogs that may be kept in residential zones to three. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -7- January 2, 1980 RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.) Speaking in opposition Councilwoman McCandliss suggested that the problem is not in to ordinance having three dogs, but many dogs or a single dog creating a problem in the neighborhood. She felt the problems should be identified and resolved, rather than adopt an amendment to the Code, and expressed her opposition to the ordinance. In answer to questions from the Council, City Attorney Lindberg said the number "3" was an arbitrary one, and that there have been no reported problems concerning birds. Motion to amend It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde ordinance by deleting and unanimously carried that all reference to birds be deleted reference to birds in the ordinance. Ordinance placed on It was moved by Councilman Scott that the ordinance be placed first reading as on first reading as amended, and that the reading of the amended text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Gillow, Hyde Noes: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Cox Absent: None Concern regarding Councilman Scott discussed the problem of dogs running loose animal control in the early morning (prior to 8 a.m.) and late in the evening (after 5 p.m.) and noted the lack of animal control enforcement at these times. He said people should take responsibility for their pets and keep them on a leash or otherwise control them. (Councilwoman McCandliss left the dais momentarily) Motion for staff to It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde review hours of and carried 4-0 that the City Manager look into the animal control feasibility of providing services in animal control at those hours that may be more appropriate to reach the appropriate goal. (Councilwoman McCandliss returned at this time.) CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 15. ORDINANCE NO. 1887 - On December 18, 1979 the Council approved the new position ESTABLISHING POSITION of Director of Public Safety and placed the ordinance on OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC first reading. SAFETY - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on It was moved by Councilman Cox that this ordinance be placed second reading and on second reading and adopted and that the reading of the adopted text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow Noes: None Absent: None 16. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER (None) Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -8- January 2, 1980 REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 17. REPORT ON ORANGE AVENUE In a written statement, the City Engineer reported that the CONNECTION WITH NATIONAL County Department of Transportation has stated it is their AVENUE AND PALOMAR STREET intention to connect Orange Avenue to National Avenue approximately 270 feet south of Palomar Street. Preliminary plans prepared by the County show the ultimate connection of Orange Avenue will be with Palomar Street some 500 feet east of National Avenue. The County does not have funds to purchase the right of way for connecting Orange Avenue to Palomar Street; therefore, they are proposing the connection of Orange Avenue with National Avenue. Proposed connection In answer to a query from Mayor Hyde, City Manager Cole said a poor solution staff feels the proposed interim connection would be a poor solution for future traffic as opposed to the ultimate plans to connect Orange Avenue with Palomar Street. Suggestion for Mayor Hyde suggested having staff commence discussion with discussion of the County for a permanent solution to this problem. permanent solution Motion for staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and to contact the County unanimously carried that the staff contact the County and request that they look into the possibility of changing their plans in the near future. 18. REPORT ON STATUS OF The State Department of Housing and Community Development HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE adopted guidelines which spell out in some detail the GENERAL PLAN required content of a Housing Element. The Director o£ Planning submitted a report noting that Chula Vista's [lousing Element does not conform to the adopted guidelines and said considerable staff work would be required to bring it into conformance. Cities are supposed to bring their Housing Elements into conformance by .January 1, 1980. He stated that while staff believes the guidelines are advisory rather than mandatory, the need to strengthen the Housing Element is apparent; accordingly, staff has requested a 90 day extension and will embark upon a program to bring the [lousing Element into conformance with the State guidelines. Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Hyde staff report that the staff report be accepted. In response to a query from Mayor Hyde as to the time frame on this matter, Director of Planning Peterson said it probably would take about 4 to 5 man-months to complete the project. He discussed a Superior Court case in which the State Department of Housing and Community Development filed suit against the City of Glendale with the Court ruling in favor of the City. He said staff would delay starting on this project until more information can be obtained from the City of Glendale for additional guidance. Motion carried The motion to accept the staff report carried unanimously. Suggestion to involve Mayor Hyde noted that the Human Relations Commission Human Relations established an "Affordable Housing" subcommittee and a report Commission Subcommittee from that committee to the Commission on December 12 might in Housing Element be helpful to the Planning Department as it relates to Project housing element matters. He suggested that the Human Relations Commission be invited to provide input, from the subcommittee to the staff in their work on the Housing Element. Held Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -9- January 2, 1980 REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS (Cont.) 19. REPORT ON PROPOSED On September 13, 1979 the Council unanimously accepted the PROCEDURE FOR ACTING City Manager's recommendation to transfer the responsibility ON VARIANCES BY THE of taking action on a zone variance from the Planning ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Commission to the Zoning Administrator. The Director of Planning submitted a detailed report outlining the proposed procedures to be followed in processing a variance applica- tion. Motion to schedule It moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Item 19 for Council McCandliss and unanimously carried that this item be held Conference over for a Council Conference. 20. REPORT ON CODE On December 18, 1979 the Council requested staff to look REQUIREMENTS FOR into the condominium conversion ordinance regarding CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION building code requirements. At a Conference held on August 10, 1979, the Council considered a "shopping list" of areas that could Be regulated and directed that the ordinance require all units to Be brought into conformance with the Housing Code, but not the present Building Codes. Director of Building and Housing Grady reported in a written statement that at that meeting, the staff noted it would not be practical to bring the older units into total compliance with existing building codes. Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman report Cox and unanimously carried that the report be accepted. REPORTS OF BOARDS AND C05~qlSSIONS 21. REPORT ON REQUEST FOR At the Safety Commission meeting on December 12, 1979 the INSTALLATION OF MARKED Traffic Engineer reported on a pedestrian count at this CROSSWALK AT INTERS£CTION intersection showing the number of vehicles and pedestrians OF JEFFERSON AVENUE AND at the same level as the last survey. Staff reiterated "E" STREET that a crosswalk at this location would be more dangerous as the painted lines might give pedestrians a "false sense of security." Also, according to a draft "Traffic Signal £valuatlon List" reviewed by the Safety Commission previously, the intersection of "E" Street and Woodlawn ranked #1 for the installation of a signal. If this signal is approved during budget sessions, it will create "gaps" in the traffic on "E" Street which will assist pedestrians in crossing this street. The Safety Commission recommended that the request for a marked crosswalk at Jefferson and "E" be deferred until such time as this intersection meets the required warrants. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman of Safety Commission McCandliss and unanimously carried that the report of the Safety Commission be accepted. MAYOR'S REPORT a. National League of Mayor Hyde called the attention of the Council to the Cities conference information received concerning the 1980 conference in scheduled in March 1980 Washington sponsored by the National League of Cities from Saturday, March 15 through Tuesday, March 18, 1980. asked that the Council secretary be advised regarding attendance so that appropriate reservations can be made. Policy for conference Councilman Scott referred to the policy of budgeting for attendance each Councilmember to attend one national conference and one state conference. He asked for clarification as to whether a Councilmember could attend more than these two conferences if there were funds available because someone did not attend a meeting or cancelled attendance at a meeting. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. -10- January 2, 1980 MAYOR'S REPORT (Cont.) Option open if funds It was the concurrence of the Council that this would be are available an option if there were funds available. b. League of California Mayor Hyde announced that the San Diego County Division Cities meeting scheduled of the League of California Cities will hold their quarterly for January 17 - Oceanside dinner meeting in Oceanside on Thursday, January 17. He urged the Councilmembers to make reservations with the City Clerk by Tuesday, January 8. The speaker will be Don Benninghoven, Executive Director of the League of California Cities. COUNCIL CO~4ENTS Emergency Energy Councilman Cox referred to the "Emergency Energy Conservation Conservation Act passed Act of 1979" recently passed by Congress which mandates the by Congress creation of energy conservation plans by the States and the Federal Government. On December 5, 1979 the County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution recommending that the Governor appoint a State-wide task force consisting of State and local officials to advise the Governor on the role and responsibility of local government for the conservation of energy under this Act. Motion for resolution It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Scott regarding energy task and unanimously carried that a similar resolution be prepared force for Council consideration to be sent to the Governor of California expressing the same desire. Motion for Executive It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and Session unanimously carried that an Executive Session be held for possible litigation following the Redevelopment Agency meeting this evening. RECESS The meeting was recessed at 8:48 p.m. and reconvened at 9:45 p.m. in Executive Session (following the Redevelopment Agency meeting which convened at 9:00 p.m.). ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 8, 1980 at 7:00 p.m. Deputy City Clerk