HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1981/04/07 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday, April 7~ 1981 Council Chambers, Public Services Buildin~
ROLL CALL
Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Gillow, Cox, McCandliss
Councilmen absent: None
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 meetings of March !9, March 24, March 26 and March 31, 1981.
I~SUC (Cox/McCandliss) to approve the minutes as mailed.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. Oath of Office for Tom Stille, Human Relations Commission.
Deputy City Clerk Conti administered the Oath of Office for Tom Stille and presented the
Certificate of Appointment. Mayor Hyde welcomed Mr. Stille's participation on the
Commission.
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mike Raya, Chairman of the Economic Development Task Force, presented the report of the Task
Force as directed by the Council last year and requested that the Council and Task Force
discuss the report at a Council Conference. He expressed the willingness of each member to
remain on the Task Force to serve as an ad-hoc committee.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to schedule this report for the April 23, 1981 Council Conference.
b. Ja~s Matherly, 402 Oaklawn, Chula Vista spoke in opposition to the Tijuana Trolley
and government overspending.
4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Petition from Allen School Parent Teachers Club for school crossinq §uard at Ota¥ Lakes
Road and Allen School Lane Intersection
City Manager Cole recommended referral of the petition to the Safety Commission and
appropriate City staff.
MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to refer the petition and request to the Safety Commission and
appropriate City staff, and to schedule a meeting with petitioners when the recommendations
of the Commission and staff are completed.
b. Request from Michael Christopher Spata, Attorney, for Council reconsideration of
Resolution of Necessity and reopening of public hearing (Chula Vista Woods Subdivision)
Resolution of Necessity was adopted by the Otay Water District for acquisition by
eminent domain of a 20' permanent non-exclusive easement and a temporary construction
easement across property which will be used to promote development of Chula Vista Woods
Subdivision. The proposed easement which would affect property owned by United Enterprises,
Inc. has been challenged by the property owner through its attorney, Mr. Spata, who re-
quested a reopening of the public hearing process for reconsideration of the resolution of
necessity.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to refer the item to staff.
c. Request from Chula Vista Art Guild for use of Ciq¥ property at corner of Fourth Avenue and
"F" Street for purpose of holding Art Mart
The members of the Chula Vista Art Guild have requested permission to use the grassy portion
of the Library grounds on Fourth and "F" Street to display works of art on: May 15 & 16,
June 12 & 13, July 17 & 18, August 21 & 22, September 18 & 19, October 16 & 17 and November
20 & 21, 1981. They have also requested a waiver of the license fee. The City Manager
recommended approval of the request, subject to conditions set forth by appropriate City
staff.
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4c. Request from Chula Vista Art Guild for use of City property -- continued
MSUC (McCandliss/Gillow) to approve City Manager Cole's recommendation permitting the Chula
Vista Art Guild to use City property at the corner of Fourth Avenue and "F" Street for
purpose of holding an Art Mart, subject to staff conditions.
d. Petition re~ardin~ closure of a portion of Telegraph Canyon Road
A petition has been received containing 107 signatures requesting closure of that portion of
Telegraph Canyon Road which extends from the stream crossing to Hilltop Drive. The
petitioners have expressed their deep concern for the safety of the residents in the area,
particularly children going to and from school, and have cited the numerous traffic
accidents which have occurred there. Mr. Cole recommended that the issue be referred to
staff for follow up.
Donald O'Brien, 962 Grangor Street, San Diego, informed the Council that he acquired the
subject property approximately one month ago and that if that portion of Telegraph Canyon
Road is closed as requested, that he would like to give the City an easement across the
east end of the property up to E1 Capitan Drive. City Attorney Lindberg commented that a
dedication to the public by righ~ of pre§cription probably existed since the circumstance
has been one of continuous use of that property for many years. He indicated that he will
examine those circumstances prior to rendering a legal opinion.
Councilman Scott opposed formation of a cul-de-sac at the end of the property and stated
that Telegraph Canyon Road is one of the oldest streets in Chula Vista and existed long
before the area was developed. He further opposed referral to staff for any consideration
other than review of legal questions related to City rights.
MSC (McCandliss/Gillow) to refer the item to staff for review. Councilman Scott voted "~o".
e. Claim against the City: Mr. Joseph Kerekes~ c/o Attorney M. O. Kartvedt, 415 Prescott
Avenue, E1Cajon, California 92020 (Director of Personnel)
A claim in the amount of $30,000 was submitted for alleged false arrest of Joseph Kerekes
and for assault and battery by Chula Vista Police. Since the claim was not presented within
100 days of the incident, the claim was rejected on February 3, 1981. An application for
Leave to Present a Late Claim was filed by Attorney Kartvedt on February 27, 1981 and it is
recommended that this be denied.
MSUC (Hyde/Scott) to deny the Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim.
5. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP FOR HUDSON VALLEY ESTATES
UNIT NO. 1, CHULA VISTA TRACT 77-10
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing.
Director of Planning Peterson referring to his staff report, stated that the City Council
approved the tentative subdivision map for Hudson Valley Estates No. I in November 1977,
which called for the division of 4.34 acres into 11 lots. In 1978 a parcel map was
approved dividing the property into two parcels, one developed with an existing single
family dwelling and the other covering the remaining 10 lots fronting on the extension of
Las Flores Drive (3.38 acres). On February 5, 1981 the Environmental Review Committee
found that EIR 78-1, which had been prepared for the previous project satisfied the re-
quirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for this project. On
March 11, 1981, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the revised
tentative map in accordance with their Resolution PCS-77-10 (Revised). Mr. Peterson
further advised the Council that the proposed subdivision will have a density of 4.4DU/
acre, well within the General Plan range, and that the developer has submitted conceptual
plans showing how the panhandle lots can be developed to meet Code requirements.
Council discussion related to the exportation of 27,000 cubic yards of topsoil; the use of
the excavated soil to raise the level of the roadway; and the development of "flag" lots.
Jerry Valk, 291Camino Vista Real, stated that he opposed the development on the basis that
the City has not been provided with sufficient proof that the School Districts can
accommodate the increased student enrollment resulting from this subdivision.
Sue Hudson, the applicant, stated that she had no comments.
There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
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5a. RESOLUTION NO. 10424 APPROVING TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP FOR HUDSON VALLEY ESTATES
UNIT NO. 1, CHULA VISTA TRACT 77-10
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN GILLOW, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and approved unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 6 through 10)
MSUC (Scott/Hyde) to delete Item No. 7 from the Consent Calendar and to approve Item
Nos. 6, 8, 9 and 10.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 10425 APPROVING CONTRACT WITH COOPERATIVE PERSONNEL SERVICES FOR TEST
RENTAL AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN CONTRACT
In order to provide for continuation of test services between Cooperative Personnel
Services and the City, it is necessary to renew the current contract which expires on
May 31, 1981. The approval is for a three-year renewal of the contract.
7. (Item deleted from Consent Calendar)
8. RESOLUTION NO. 10426 - ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR SIDEWALK PURPOSES FROM STEPHEN W.
FOX AT 1056 DEL MAR AVENUE
The resolution accepts a grant of easement for a right-of-way for sidewalk purposes along
the frontage of property at 1056 Del Mar Avenue.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 10427 ACCEPTING GP~ANT OF EASEMENT FOR SEWER PURPOSES FROM THE COUNTY
OF SAN DIEGO, A POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
The resolution accepts a grant of easement for sewer purposes from the County of San Diego
to provide for construction and maintenance of the Rice Canyon trunk sewer north of Bonita
Road. The sewer construction is a condition of approval of the tentative map for Chula
Vista Tract 80-15 Hidden Vista Village.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 10428 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENTS FOR STREET TREE PURPOSES AND
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT TO NOT PROTEST THE FORMATION OF AN
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR ALVARADO STREET
~n ¢oojunction with the conditional approval of Tentative Parcel Map 80-11, the owners are
required to grant easements for street tree purposes to the City. The owners (Henry and
Yvonne Pal~cios)~have addit~onatly~si§ne~ a~ a§re~me~t~not~o pfotes~"the"form~tion of an
improvement district for Alvarado Street.
7. RESOLUTION NO. AWARDING NEW CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF OVERHEAD TRELLIS
STRUCTURE AND RESTAURANT REMODELING IN MEMORIAL PARK
The Council awarded the bid for construction of an overhead trellis structure and restauran
remodeling to the low bidder, Helton's Construction, on February 24, 1981. Referring to hi
staff report, City Engineer Lippitt explained that since the award of the contract, Mr.
Helton has had financial problems and does not feel confident of performing under the con-
tract and has requested that the bond be returned to him. It is staff's recommendation to
foreclose on the bidders bond and to award the contract to the second low bidder, Rupe and
Caster, Inc., Lakeside, California, in the amount of $29,939.00.
Jessie Helton, the contractor, explained that he made his bid on the assumption that the
prices quoted to him for the perforn~nce bond would be firm. Because of his low bid, the
bonding company raised the coverage price by approximately $850.00 over the initial quote
and added approximately $400.00 in insurance fees. Mr. Helton declared that he cannot
meet this financial obligation at this time and requested that the City not foreclose on
the bidders bond because of these circumstances over which he has no control.
Council discussed the amount of the shortfall and the feasibility of paying Mr. Helton in
advance of performance so that he could purchase the performance bond and reduce the contra
amount accordingly. The City Attorney advised that a new contract providing for payment in
advance of the reducedContract amount could be prepared, if acceptable to Mr. Helton.
MSUC (Hyde/Scott) to refer this item back to staff to negotiate the details of the revised
contract and to return to Council at the April 9th Council Conference.
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7. RESOLUTION NO. AWARDING NEW CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF OVERHEAD TRELLIS
STRUCTURE AND RESTAURANT REMODELING IN MEMORIAL PARK--continued
City Manager Cole advised that the City's application to Bank of America for grant funds to
be used for funding public facilities has been approved and the City has been allocated
$16,500 to help in refurbishing of the "Taco Building", so that an equivalent amount will
be returned to the account from which this contract will be funded.
Council requested the City Attorney to prepare a resolution of appreciation to Bank of
America for the grant funds, and to present it for Council action at the meeting of
April 14, 1981.
MSUC (Hyde/Cox) to direct staff to prepare a Resolution of thanks for Bank of America.
BE$OLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
11. RESOLUTION NO. 10429 APPROVING MASTER PROPERTY TAX TRANSFER AGREEMENT
In a written report, Assistant City Manager Asmus indicated that on February 3, 1981, the
City Council approved in concept the negotiated property tax distribution formula as
developed by a Mayor's Committee and accepted by the Board of Supervisors. Chula Vista
will receive 41% of all pooled tax resources previously shared by Special Districts and
the County. In the case of developed property, the City will receive 17½% of the pooled
taxes previously distributed between the County and Special Districts.Incremental growth oc-
curring on developed property will be distributed in the same manner as indicated above
for the undeveloped property.
It was noted that the agreement expires in November 1984. Mayor Hyde commented
on the same standard applying to all cities which are party to the agreement. Mr. Asmus
said that the Board of Supervisors has taken official action that this would be the
formula for all cities, whether they have signed the agreement or not, and that staff
would have to monitor distribution to ascertain if that is true.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and approved unanimously.
There was continued discussion concerning post-Prop 13 annexations and it was concurred
that the City should apply to the Board of Supervisors to have the new formula applied to
those annexations, as well.
MSUC (Scott/Cox) that the City apply to the Board of Supervisors to have the ADMA and
Greenwood (post-Prop 13 annexations) come under the new distribution formula.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 10430 ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR AN AUTOMATED FUELING AND CONTROLLING SYSTEM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
The City of Chula Vista and the County of San Diego jointly invited proposals for the system.
The low bid of R. H. Alexander Company, Los Angeles, met the criteria for the City's needs
and is recommended by staff as acceptable. Their bid in the amount of $30,227.06 includes
applicable sales tax. In addition, an acceptable proposal from Upward Directions has been
received providing the interface to the Engineering Department's computer for $2,110 plus
$166 for telephone line installation. There is currently a small deficit in 600-6000-RS26
of approximately $3,100 and it is requested that this amount be transferred from Revenue
Sharing Fund 425. Staff recommends that Council accept the proposals and award the contract
to R. H. Alexander Company and appropriate $3,100 from Revenue Sharing Fund 425 to 600-6000-
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN GILLOW, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and approved unanimously.
13. RESOLUTION NO. APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, DIVISION IV - MEMORIAL PARK
IMPROVEMENTS
City Engineer Lippitt presented for approval Change Order No. 1 to the contract with George
Wimpey of California, Inc. for construction of Division IV of the Memorial Park Improve-
~nts. He explained that this change order would reduce the total contract by $8,113 from
$129,529.25 to $121,216.25, by eliminating installation of the 4" sewer lateral and 1"
copper water service to the proposed location of the future maintenance building.
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13. RESOLUTION NO. APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1~ DIVISION IV - MEMORIAL PARK
IMPROVEMENTS -- continued
Referring to his staff report, he further explained that Parks and Recreation Department
is recommending a change in location of the new maintenance building; therefore, water
and sewer service will be reviewed sometime in the future when the new maintenance
building is constructed.
Council discussed the need for more detailed information (i. e. drawings, schematics and/or
preliminary plans) prior to approving the Change Order. City Manager Cole commented that
staff researched in great detail the location of the maintenance building as originally
contemplated and is confident that alternative locations, subject to Council approval,
should be studied.
MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to continue the item for one week and staff to return to Council
with more information as to where the building will be relocated.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 10431 - APPROVING FY 1981/82 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) CLAIM
SUBMITTAL FOR HANDYTRANS
The resolution approves the City's claim for funds under the TDA for FY 1981/82. The
claim had been submitted to ~he Metropolitan Transit Development Board and San Diego
Association of Governments as required by State law, prior to the April 1st due date.
Development Services Administrator Robens stated that the claim submittal of $218,450.00
is a 2.9% increase over last year's claim and represents approximately 90% of the proposed
FY 1981/82 HandYtrans budget. Mr. Robens also advised that the claim is subject to
modification based upon Article 4.5 Fund Availability for all claimants and based upon
each operator's fulfillment of performance objectives required by the TDA and by SANDAG.
In addition, the proposed HandYtrans budget could change based on contract negotiations
with the selected operator and/or Council direction.
Council commented on the allocation of funds and selection of recipients. Transit
Coordinator Gustafson indicated that he was confident of selection of HandYtrans based
upon its having met its performance objectives for the past year.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and approved unanimously.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 10432 APPROVING SUBMISSION BY SCOOT OF THE FY 1981/82 TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) ARTICLE 4.0 CLAIM
Development Services Administrator Robens presented for Council approval the SCOOT claim
for the City's allocation of Article 4.0 funds (Support of Public Transportation Systems)
in the amount of $973,162.00. He explained that the claim was submitted to MTDB and
SANDAG on April 1, 1981, as required, and will be considered by SCOOT at its meeting on
April 8, 1981.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN COX, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous
consent, passed and approved unanimously.
16. ORDINANCE NO. 1940 AMENDING~CHAPTER.9.20 OFiTHE MUNICIPAL CODE~RELATING TO THE
REGULATION OF CHARITABLE SOLICITATIONS (FIRST READING)
City Attorney Lindber§ presented this Ordinance for first reading at the Council meeting
of March 24, 1981. After discussion of the implications of this ordinance on rights
guaranteed by the First and Fifth Amendments, if adopted in the form presented, Council
directed that it be referred to the Director of Public Safety for review and comments.
Director of Public Safety Winters expressed his approval of the ordinance deleting those
sections recommended by the City Attorney.
MSUC (Hyde/Gillow) to amend the draft ordinance to delete Sections 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5
(fingerprint, picture and record requirement).
MSUC (Hyde/Cox) to place the ordinance as amended on first reading, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously.
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CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
17. ORDINANCE NO. 1938 PREZONING PROPERTY AT 908 THIRD AVENUE TO C-C (SECOND READING
AND ADOPTION)
On March 24, 1981, the Council put on first reading the Ordinance prezoning to C-C a
15,840 square foot parcel located at 908 Third Avenue in the County (zoned C-36).
MSUC (Scott/Cox) to place the ordinance on second reading; the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted.
18. ORDINANCE NO. 1939 REZONING 19 ACRES ON BOTH SIDES OF BRANDYWINE AVENUE, NORTH OF
OTAY VALLEY ROAD, FROM R-1-H TO I-L-P (SECOND READING AND
ADOPTION)
The ordinance rezoning 19 acres on both si des of Brand~a~ine Avenue, north of Otay Valley
Road, was placed on first reading March 24, 1981.
MSUC (Scott/Cox) to place the ordinance on second reading; the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted.
19. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. Report on Otay Mesa Prison Site
At the March 24, 1981 City Council meeting, Councilman Cox requested the Council to
reiterate its stand in support of locating a correctional facility on Otay Mesa.
Councilwoman McCandliss requested continuance of the item to allow her time to
familiarize herself with this issue.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to continue Council's support of construction of a correctional facility
in the Otay Mesa area.
City Manager Cole requested that item I (Storage of Golf Carts) on the Council Conference
agenda for April 9th be cancelled and rescheduled when the report has been completed.
MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to cancel Item I of the April 9th Council Conference agenda concerning
golf cart storage.
MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to delete Item 2 of the April 9th Council Conference agenda concerning
increase in green fees and to place the item on the April 14th agenda,
Mayor Hyde noted that staff had been directed to return with an amended contract with
Helton Construction (Item 7 of tonight's agenda) on April 9th. By general consent,
Council agreed to postpone the item to the April lqth Council meeting.
REPORT OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
20. Report on Walls on Orange Avenue
At the September 30th Council meeting, staff was directed to return with a report concern-
ing the graffiti and disrepair of the walls along Orange Avenue. City Engineer Lippitt
referred to his report in which he stated that the walls are in the public right-of-way
and there is no maintenance district established in this subdivision. He noted the
condition of the wall, the repairs done four years ago and the cost to remove the wall
(approximately $5,400). From a historical perspective, it can be expected that the wall
will be damaged and future maintenance costs to the City could be substantial. Mr. Lippitt
added that since most of the properties along the north have constructed fences along the
top of the slope, removal of the wall would not be detrimental to these private property
owners and he recommended that Council direct staff to remove the wall on the north side of
Orange Avenue westerly of Klm Place.
Mr. Lippitt presented slides showing the condition of the wall in the subject area, and
the following property owners addressed Council, specifically requesting that the wall be
repaired at the City's expense: Ann Copp, 1410 Kim Place, Sharen Larsen, 1426 Kim Place
and Jean Bozelle, 1404 Kim Place.
Council discussed the purpose of the wall, specifically emphasizing that it was constructed
as a garden wall and not a retaining or strengthening wall. Council also discussed various
approaches to repairing and/or reinforcing the wall.
MSUC (Hyde/McCandliss) to refer to staff: (1) the feasibility of leaving the wall up and
repairing and recapping it at a three or four course level; (2) use of chain link;
(3) consideration of a cooperative effort between the owners of the affected properties
and the City.
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21. Report on Bids for Transit System Re~isterin§ Fare Boxes
Bids were opened on March 20, 1981 for 15 electrically operated registered fare boxes.
Keen Corporation submitted the low bid on their Model K-50 fare box for a total cost of
$3,270.00. The Transit Coordinator and the Purchasing Agent have reviewed the model
bid for compliance to specifications and find it acceptable.
MSUC (Cox/Gillow) to accept staff's report.
22. Report - Plaza Bonita Road crossin~ of Sweetwater River
Engineering staff reported that the County has responded to the City's letter concerning
potential flooding hazards in the area now called Plaza Bonita Road between Bonita Road
and the new Plaza Bonita Shopping Center. The County's response dated July 24, I980,
indicates that the project meets current design standards for drainage and flood control.
It is recommended that Council accept the report of the City Engineer and direct staff to
write a letter to San Diego County requesting that a berm be included in future development
plans for Sweetwater Recreational Park.
MSUC (Hyde/Scott) to accept the staff recommendation.
23. Report on Bonita Vista Junior High School Pedestrian Safety
City Engineer Lippitt submitted a report on the actions taken in the past to improve safety
and evaluating proposals for further action as discussed with the school district and
junior high school staffs. It was recommended that Council approve relocating the painted
school crosswalk on Otay Lakes Road to the intersection at Ridgeback Road in conjunction
with moving the existing changeable message sign and flashing yellow light approximately
400 feet to the southeast on Otay Lakes Road. This work will be scheduled to coordinate
with electrical service delivery to Bonita Haciendas Subdivision.
MSUC (Cox/Gillow) to accept the report.
24. Report on Chula Vista Transit Marketin~ Program
Development Services Administrator Robens reported that Chula Vista Transit's advertising
and public relations firm, Imagery, has designed a marketing program to promote Chula Vista
Transit in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce and several local merchants. The
basis of the program is a concept called "Travel Bucks" which would be redeemed by
passengers at participating businesses. The SCOOT Board has endorsed this program and it
is recommended that Council accept the report.
MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to accept the report.
25. Report - Plan to Prevent Spread of Rabies from Imperial County
Director of Public Safety Winters submitted his report on steps which could be taken to
prevent inception of the rabies problems that are occurring in Imperial County recommending
that no action be taken at this time because adequate preventive measures and enforcement
of innoculation procedures exist at this time.
MSUC (Scott/Hyde) to accept the report.
26. Report on Proposition for the November 3, 1981 Ballot
MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to accept staff's recommendation to continue the item to a date after
April 14th at which time the County Board of Supervisors will decide on overhead costs
being charged to the cities.
27. Report on Transit Legislation
Development Services Administrator Roberts submitted a report on Senate Bills 571, 572 and
§75 (MillS) and 215 (Foran) each of which have an impact on Chula Vista Transit.
MSUC (Scott/Hyde) to accept the report and refer the item to the Legislative Committee.
28. MAYOR'S REPORT
a. Mayor Hyde reported that the MTDB will be conducting a hearing on April 20, 1981 with re-
gard to the proposed fare structure for the San Diego Trolley.
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29. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilman Gillow commented on the International Marathon which is being sponsored by the
Chamber of Commerce. He questioned the location of the start of the run and asked the
nature of any requests of the organizers. Assistant City Manager Asmus commented that
both the Police Department and Parks and Recreation Department have representatives on the
marathon committee and no specific requests for City services have been received to date.
b. Councilman Gillow made a motion to include businessmen on City standing committees. The
motion failed for lack of a second as the City Attorney explained the Charter residency re-
quirements for members of City Boards, Commissions and Committees.
c. MSC (Gillow/Hyde) for staff report at budget time on the City's volunteer program. Council-
man Scott abstained from voting since he was absent during the discussion.
d. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to oppose SB314 and SB 426 concerning Binding Arbitration and communicate
Council's position to the Senate Committee members.
e. MSUC (Cox/Gillow) to support SB 46 concerning reduction of Disability Retirement Benefits
for persons earning substantial salaries in excess of the benefit amount, and to communicate
Council's position to the members of the Senate Committee on Public Employment and Retire-
ment.
f. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to investigate modifications to the Xerox room in City Hall for trophy
display or other attractive uses.
g. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to direct staff to investigate unsightly conditions of the dilapidated
9rapestake fence at the end of the 700 block of Garrett Avenue.
ADJOURNMENT at 9:20 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 1981 at 7:00 p.m.
NNIE M. FULASZ, CMC, City Clerk