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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1979/11/08 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Thursday - 4:00 p.m. November 8, 1979 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date beginning at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, City Hall, 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, Redevelopment Agency Counsel Reed, Assistant City Manager Asmus, Development Services Administrator Robens, City Engineer Lippitt, Director of Community Development Desrochers, Director of Finance Grant, Director of Parks and Recreation Hall, Traffic Engineer Hansen, Director of Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation Thomson 1. LOCAL COASTAL CO~IMISSION Director of Community Development Desrochers referred to his REPORT memo to the Council regarding the local coastal plan, the problems the City is having with the State Coastal Commission, and getting the Pacific Legal Foundation to take on this City's case against the Coastal Commission. The City is not looking for a rehearing of the plan, but they feel there are now issues that the Courts should speak to; therefore, the reason for asking the Legal Foundation to assist. There will be costs involved: the Pacific Legal Foundation does not charge fees but they will require out-of-pocket travel expenses. Other costs would be for consultants, the Gruens to testify, and Special Counsel which will approximate about $25,000. Cliff Reed, Attorney Mr. Reed testified that upon examination of all records and options, and the findings of the Pacific Legal Foundation after its analysis of the records and looking at the property, it is his opinion, and that of Mr. Desrochers and the City Attorney, that the Coastal Commission violated the law, exceeded their authority and completely ignored the Regional Commission far in excess of its authority placing conditions on the plan on which there is no provision in the law permitting them to do this. The only way the State Coastal Commission can he taken to task is by litigation. Mr. Reed asked for authorization to file a lawsuit against the Coastal Commission seeking a writ of mandate to gompe] certification of the City's plan as presented. Mr. Reed further asked that the Council request the Legal Foundation to serve as co-counsel with the control of the lawsuit to remain here locally. As to the time element, the lawsuit must be filed in the court by the 18th of this month (required by the Statute of Limitations on appeals). City Manager's recommen- In answer to the Council's query, Mr. Cole said he concurred dation with the proposal made by Mr. Reed. Council discussion Mr. Reed gave the background of the Pacific Legal Foundation and answered Council's questions pertaining to the details of the lawsuit, the strategy (he will be asking for a lengthy executive session in about 3 weeks to discuss the strategy), the options and the recommendations. Held Thursday - 4:00 p.m. - 2 - November 8, 1979 Motion to file lawsuit It was moved hy Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Gillow and unanimously carried that the City Attorney file the lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission and that the Pacific Legal Foundation he requested to serve aa co-counsel in that lawsuit; further, that a resolution memorializing this be brought to the Council on Tuesday night, November 13, 1979. 3. SLIDE PRESENTATION BY Marilyn Lyrics, Chief of the Office of Planning, Monitoring COUNTY WELFARE DEPARTMENT and Evaluation, and her Assistant and Audio-Visual Expert, ON SOCIAL SERVICES Martha Sidney, presented a slide presentation on the social services provided by the San Diego County Welfare Department. The presentation covered an overview of the funding process, plannin~ process and a description of the services available. Ms. Lyrics passed out some brochures on Title XX of the Social Security Act and answered the Council's questions pertaining to the various services offered. She summarized by stating that California's share of the federal welfare funds is $280 million of which San Diego County receives $23 million. 2. SAN DIEGO COUNTY TRAILS Mr. Jim Miller and Mrs. Mary Augustine, members of the PRESENTATION San Diego County Trails Council, showed a slide presentation of equestrian trails throughout Southern California. Mr. Mille~ submitted a map of the E1 Rancho del Rey and Bonita area depicting the San Diego County regional trails and a proposed connection of that system. Request for recreational Mr. Miller asked that the Council adopt a recreational element to General Plan element to the General Plan which would be a hiking and horse-riding plan. The plan would include a map of the City's properties and not only the present City territory, but any other that the City might consider in its sphere of influence. Mr. Miller asked that this be worked in so that it merges and becomes responsibe to what planning has already taken place in respect to the Sweetwater Regional Park, the SDG&E easement and the feeder trails that can be worked into the open space. Slide Presentation Mrs. Mary Augustine narrated a slide presentation entitled: "Trails for Today and Tomorrow." Director of Parks and In answer to the Council's query, Director of Parks and Recreation Recreation Hall indicated that the recreational plan would actually be a sub-element to the General Plan, such as the scenic highways and conservation elements. Mr. Miller suggested the Mayor form an ad hoc trails committee to work out the details of this Plan. Motion for staff report It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried that the City Manager be asked to advise the Council as to what plans are made for incorporation of the trails system into the City's General Plan. The report is due in one month. 4. INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR Mayor Hyde referred to the memo from the Director of Finance COUNCIL~MBERS as to the types of insurance available. Motion for insurance It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman Cox coverage that (the Council) move in the direction of providing for death or injury eoverage, either while using public or a private form of transportation while carrying out official duties as a Councilmember. Held Thursday - 4:00 p.m. - 3 - November 8, 1979 Options Under discussion, the Council considered the various options available. Mr. Grant explained the difference in coverage under (1) having the Councilmembers covered while using any public or private form of transportation while carrying out their official duties, and (2) the accidental death benefits on a 24-hour basis. Motion to include Mayor Hyde moved that the staff he directed to provide the 24-hour coverage broader coverage which is for $50,000 for a 24 hour basis. Councilman Cox agreed as to the second and the motion carried unanimously. 5. CITY ~i~NAGER'S REPORT Third Island Medians Mr. Cole commented that this item was tentatively scheduled for November 15; however, the staff now wishos to schedule it for a later Conference date. Mr. Cole added that the zoning enforcement issue can be substituted for the Nevember 15 date. The Council concurred. Emergency planning City Manager Cole remarked that the E1 Centro earthquake raised some questions as to the City's ability to cope with a similar disaster. The staff is now looking into the City's disaster plan. 6. MAYOR'S REPORT 911 Emergency System Mayor Hyde said he talked to Chief Winters and was informed that there is no need for the City to adopt a resolution supporting the County's action. Staff will be coming to Council in two weeks for a request to get State funds for implementation of the 911 system. Council tour In answer to the Mayor's question, the City Manager stated that the next City tour can be scheduled for December 8, 1979. ADJOHRN)~NT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 5:35 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 13, 1979 at 7:00 p.m.