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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1981/04/28 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday~ April 28, 1981 Council Chambers~ Public Services Building ROLL CALL Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Gillow, Cox Councilmen absent: Councilwoman McCandliss Staff present: City Manager Cole, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Asmus, Development Services Administrator Robens The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hyde followed by a moment of silent prayer. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE MEETING OF APRIL 21, 1981 MSUC (Cox/Scott) to approve the minutes as mailed. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY a. Introduction of Miss Chula Vista. Mr. Dan Watson of the Chula Vista Jaycees intro- duced Miss Benita Buckley. Miss Buckley arrived at 7:30 p.m. and indicated her pleasure at receiving this title. b. Proclamation: "NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK". Mayor Hyde proclaimed the week of April 27 through May 2, 1981 as "NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK". The proclamation was presented to the Director of Personnel. 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. Ernest Arnold~ 897 Beech Street, Chula Vista, discussed the traffic problems occurring on "L" Street and the need and cost for signalization at the inter- sections. On his recent visit to Victoria, B.C., he noticed signs preceding intersections (about 200 feet) which stated: "When Lights Are Flashing Be Prepared to Stop". After talking to CalTrans, Mr. Arnold was told that there are similar signs in San Diego County (94 West off 805), and he suggested the City look into installing such warning signs along "L" Street. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to refer to staff for report back. 4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. Request for Revisions to Sign Ordinance. Mr. William P. Knorr, Sales Representative, for A1 Wylie's Sign Associates, requested revisions to the City's sign ordinance in order to bring it into conformity with the other municipalities and the County's ordinance. MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to refer to staff. CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES 10. RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 8194 ESTABLISHING GREENS FEES FOR THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE The Director of Parks & Recreation reported that the fiscal year 1981/82 budget request for the golf course will be approximately $430,000. Present greens fees and The Glenn rental are estimated to produce revenues of about $276,000, leaving a projected Golf Course Fund deficit of $154,000 in fiscal year 1981/82. This deficit is preceded by deficits of $90,000 and $135,000. A basic increase of $1.50 in all cash greens fees and the elimination of non-resident tickets and 9-hole play on Saturdays and Sundays is being recommended in order to balance the golf course revenues and expenditures. Speaking in opposition to the increased fees were: Cliff Roland, 1100 Industrial Boulevard, Chula Vista; Frank Fowler, 254 Bonita Glen, Bonita; John Dyster, 3432 Eleanor Place, National City; Robert Weideman, 415 "D" Street #5, Chula Vista; Joseph H. Franklin, 734 Ash Avenue, Chula Vista; Murray Sayles, 240 Bonita Glen Drive, Bonita; Max Markell, 320 Surrey Drive, Bonita and Frank Rhoades, East Mankato Street, Chula Vista. City Council Meeting -2- April 28, 1981 10. RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 8194 ESTABLISHING GREENS FEES FOR THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE -- continued In summation, their reasons were: (1) an increase is needed but it should be reasonable and not the exorbitant ones being proposed; (2) it is a municipal golf course and should not be expected to profit as a private course; (3) there are no fees for other recreational facilities, such as beaches, jogging trails, etc which are provided to the citizens at little or no cost; (4) the "Snow Birds" should use the higher priced courses and leave the municipal ones to the residents of the County; (5) the increased rates would hurt the senior citizens who live on a fixed income; (6) monthly ticket privileges should continue to be granted to the non- residents who have been "loyal" to the course. Mr. Julius Skinner, Center Street~Chula Vista, and Clara Shaw, 559 Otis Street, Chula Vista, President of the Ladies Golf Club, stated that the rates should be raised to some degree and that the non-residents monthly tickets should be abolished. Mr. John Harris, Chairman of the Parks & Recreation Commission, commented on the meetings held by the Commission and the reasons for their recommended action in- creasing the rates, indicating that there have been no increase in the fees since 1976; that the course should pay for itself; and that there is no alternative but to raise the fees. Mayor Hyde remarked that Councilwoman McCandliss called him today and requested continuance of any action on this matter so that she can participate. She will be back in a few days and will listen to the tape of the meeting to be apprised of the testimonies taken. MSUC (Hyde/Scott) to continue deliberations on this matter until next week so that Councilwoman McCandliss will have an opportunity to participate in this and that the staff can have an opportunity to take under consideration additional comments made here this evening. Included in the motion is for staff to look into the memo submitted by Mr. Roland and the request to grandfather in the non-resident monthly ticket. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (continued) 3b. Ms. Bernadette Probus, Executive Director of Our House, stated that they have found another location for their facility on "L" Street (across from the Church of the Nazarene). They need a conditional use permit to operate from this location and the fees for the permit are $600. Ms. Probus asked for a waiver of fees. City Manager Cole indicated that he would recommend having "Our House" pay the publication costs (approximately $40) if the waiver is granted. MSUC (Hyde/Cox) to continue this matter to the next meeting to allow staff time to look into it and give the Council a recommendation. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 5. RESOLUTION NO. 10447 - DECLARING CITY'S INTENTION TO UNDERGROUND UTILITIES ALONG FOURTH AVENUE FROM "G" TO "H" STREET The Underground Utility Advisory Committee agreed that the best project at this time would be the Fourth Avenue conversion from "G" to "H" Streets. The City Engineer recommended that the public hearing be set for May 19, 1981 at 7:00 RESOLUTION OFFERED BY Councilman Gillow, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 10448 - APPROVING FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT 80-21, UNIT 1, BONITA CENTRE EAST The final map was checked by the Engineering Department and found to be in con- formity wi th the tentative map. It provides for one commercial lot and 109 residential units. City Council Meeting -3- April 28, 1981 6. RESOLUTION NO. 10448 - APPROVING FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT -- continued -- FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT 80-21, UNIT 1, BONITA CENTRE EAST Approval of the final map includes acceptance of easements for sewer, storm drain, street trees and pedestrians as well as dedication of right-of-way for portions of Bonita Road and Otay Lakes Road to provide for ultimate improvements. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 10449 - APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 TO THE CONTRACT FOR THIRD AVENUE WIDENING BETWEEN "G" AND "K" STREETS AND AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX FUNDS The widening of "H" Street on the south side for approximately 150 feet east of Third Avenue was a requirement of the County as part of the original scope of the South Bay County Regional Center. When the scope of the project was reduced (i. e. social services building to be constructed at a later date), the County staff determined it unnecessary to provide dual left turn lanes and the County dropped its plans to widen "H" Street east of Third Avenue. City staff, however, considers it advantageous to widen this section of the street and are recommending approval of Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $7,500 to Daley Corporation to include this widening as part of the Third Avenue (%" to "K" Streets) project. Councilman Scott stated that the County should "shoulder the responsibility" of the cost of this particular street widening -- the primary reason for the widening is the location of the Regional Center. City Engineer Lippitt explained that the County's EIR report indicated the widening of this section was needed (double left-turn phasing); however, a re-evaluation of that report revealed it was not needed for the social services building. They decided, then, not to install it until there would be an expansion of their facility. Mr. Lippitt added that, because of the time element, the resolution needs to be approved tonight. Councilman Scott stated that the City should have an agreement which would state that when the additional building is on there, the City will be reimbursed for this cost plus interest from the time the improvements are put in. Noting the need for a 4/5s vote and his desire to vote against it, Councilman Scott remarked that he will reluctantly vote for this matter tonight but expressed his displeasure in having agreements brought before the Council "at the last minute" giving him no alternative but to take action. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. MSUC (Hyde/Gillow) for a letter to be prepared for the Mayor's signature to Supervisor Hamilton, with copies to the Board of Supervisors, indicating the Council's concern over this and its request that they (Board of Supervisors) consider that at any time the project in the Court complex is expanded, that they reimburse the City of Chula Vista for this expense plus the interest accrued during that time. The staff is to prepare an agreement to go with the letter. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 10450 - GRANTING TO OTAY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AN EASEMENT FOR PLACEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES ACROSS PARCEL 2 OF PARCEL MAP 5481 (PROPOSED HORTICULTURAL GARDEN PARK) Parcel 2 of Parcel Map 5481 (proposed Horticultural Garden Park) was granted to the City by the Sweetwater Community College District for exclusive use as a garden park. The City, under the Joint Use Agreement, could not grant a water line easement requested by Pacific Scene, Inc., developers of Charter Point Sub- division, without consent of the College. Therefore, Pacific Scene, Inc~ entered into an agreement with the College District for a water line easement across the parcel. The College District has now approved the granting of the easement to Otay Municipal Water District which provides a location for the water supply necessary to service the Charter Point Subdivision. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. City Council Meeting -4- April 28, 1981 9. RESOLUTION NO. 10451 - APPROVING REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN TRAFFIC SIGNAL PARTICIPATION FEES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS On February 17, 1981, the City Council approved modifications to the Traffic Signal Participation Policy. Under the provisions of that revised policy, reimbursement must now be made to certain developers. The City Engineer's recommendation is that the City Council: (1) appropriate $8,678.61 from the unappropriated balance of the Traffic Signal Fund to Account 211-2110-5420 for the purpose of making these re- imbursements. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. RESOLUTION. AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 8194 ESTABLISHING GREENS FEES FOR THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE *See Page Two of minutes. 11. REPORT ON RESULTS OF HUD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT MONITORING VISIT The Community Development Director is reporting that HUD's (U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) monitoring visit reviewed the City's performance in the CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Program in the areas of overall progress, programmatic benefit, citizen participation and Housing Assistance Plan implementation. HUD was quite positive in overall content and applauded the City's "exceptional progress" in housing rehabilitation, its program to accomplish new construction of low and moderate-income rental units through the Section 108 loan program and its effort to implement the Public Housing Program in conjunction with the County Housing Authority. MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to accept the report. 12. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THOMAS WILLIAMSON FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES TO DESIGN A MAINTENANCE FACILITY ADDITION TO PARK WAY COMMUNITY CENTER The Director of Parks & Recreation submitted a report explaining that the Council approved the schematic plans for the Memorial Park Renovation Project which in- cluded a r~laintenance building located behind and north of the Park Way Gymnasium. Due to a site and design conflict with a residential development adjacent to Memorial Park, the maintenance building was deleted from the plans and specifications of the project pending resolution of the problem, Mr. Williamson, the Park Way Community Center architect, was requested to submit a proposal for furnishing the architectural services for this maintenance building. The recommendation to the Council is for (1) approval of a 20' x 30' addition to the Park Way Community Center for use as a maintenance facility; and (2) approval of an agreement with Mr. Williamson to provide architectural services for a fee of $2,120 and authorize the expenditure of appropriated Memorial Park renovation funds for this purpose. Mayor Hyde said he ¥isited the site and suggested consideration of the following two locations: (1) use the old theatre building in Memorial Bowl; or (2) construct an add-on to the Community Center building on the north wall. Director of Parks & Recreation Pfister said the theatre building would not work as there is a need to house the recreation truck in the facility and there is no room for this vehicle in the theatre building. As far as the add-on, he has some concern as to the ability of the crew to get in and out of this area. Mayor Hyde reported that Councilwoman McCandliss felt she could live with a free- standing maintenance facility architecturally designed in an appropriate location in the park. MSUC (Cox/Scott) refer this matter back to staff to come back to Council with alternative locations. 13. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER -- None City Council Meeting -5- April 28, 1981 REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 14. Report on Employee Assistance Program - Director of Personnel Thorsen reported that the pro9ram which is designed to help employees with any personal problems that affect their job performance directly or indirectly has shown a "penetration" rate greater than expected and positive results have been demonstrated. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to approve the report. 15. MAYOR'S REPORT a. Mayor Hyde reported on the success of the International Marathon run which was held Saturday, April 25, 1981. b. In response to the Mayor's query, Assistant City Manager Asmus remarked that Jimmy's Restaurant submitted a proposed lease agreement for operation of The Glenn. This is being reviewed by the Director of Finance and the City Attorney. A report on this may be given to the Council at the next meeting. c. MSUC (Mayor Hyde/Scott) to consider one of the regular Council Conference scheduled dates (perhaps the third Thursday afternoon) to schedule an additional meeting of the Redevelopment Agency in lieu of one of the regular scheduled Council Conferences. This matter is to be considered at the next meeting. 16. COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilman Cox said he and City Engineer Lippitt appeared before the Sweetwater Union High School Board regarding the improvements along Telegraph Canyon Road/ Hilltop Drive. The Board allocated up to $50,000 for these improvements contingent upon their having final approval of the final design. b. MSUC (Cox/Scott) for a Closed Door Session for personnel matters. c. Councilman Gillow announced that he has arranged for the Council to ride on the San Diego Trolley car which will be tested on Friday, May i at 1:30 p.m. at the 32nd Street Station. d. Mayor Hyde said that the MTDB will have one of the trolleys parked at the "H" Street Station on May 9 in conjunction ~ith the Business Salute to Chula Vista Day. A HandYtrans shuttle bus will transport people to this location. e. Councilman Scott noted the request from "Our House" for a waiver of fees. In view of the difficult time approaching regarding the budget and the number of items that may be cm)t, he'questioned the rationale of waiving these fees for the conditional use permit and t)len, at budget time, the Council may have to make additional cuts for this operation. Mayor Hyde commented that the staff has been alerted and would take this into consideration in making their recon~nendation. f. MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to accept the resignation of Bob Crane from the Economic Task Force Committee with regret and a letter of thanks be sent to him thanking him for his services on this committee. The Council recessed to Closed Door Session at 8:42 p.m. The City Clerk was excused and C~ty Manager Cole reported that the meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m. ADJOURNMENT at 8:52 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. ~NIE M. FULASZ, CMC,