HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1980/07/01 MINUTES OF A REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. July 1, 1980
A 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
Councilmen absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
Staff present: City Manager Cole, Assistant City Attorney Harron, Assistant City
Manager Asmus, Development Services Administrator Robens, Director of
Planning Peterson, City Engineer Lippitt, Director of Public Safety
Winters, Director of Parks and Recreation Hall, Purchasing Agent
Espinosa, Director of Personnel Thorsen
The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hyde followed by a moment of silent
prayer.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Suggestion to amend Mayor Hyde suggested that two amendments be made to the
minutes of June 24, 1980 minutes of the 7:00 p.m. session of the meeting of .June 24
(7:00 p.m. session) to clarify the intent of the Council actions. The first
on page 6, in the fourth paragraph regarding in-lieu fees
for construction of low and moderate income units, to delete
the words "not" and "until" in line 9 with the phrasing to
read "...it being understood that the amount would be fixed
prior to the final map;,."
Motion to amend page 6 It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
of the minutes of the unanimously carried by those present that the minutes be
7:00 p.m. sessions, corrected to reflect this modification.
6/24/80
Motion to modify It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
minutes of 6/24/80, unanimously carried by those present that the language of
page 7 the motion on page 7 be modified to add the phrase "as it
relates to the I-5/Bayfront area."
Motion to approve It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
minutes unanimously carried by those present that the minutes for
the meetings of June 24, 1980 (4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.),
be approved, as amended, copies having been sent to each
Councilman.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Gillow
PRO TEMPORE and unanimously carried by those present that Councilman
Soott be appointed as Mayor pro Tempore.
Mayor Hyde expressed the appreciation of the Council to
Councilman Gillow for his services as Mayor pro Tempore
this last year and presented him with a desk set.
3. ORAL COmmUNICATIONS
Mrs. Joel S. Warkentin Mrs. Warkentin read a letter submitted by Linda Rayburn,
9 Sierra Way PTA President of Cook Elementary School, expressing her
Chula Vista displeasure regarding the action taken by Council at the
last meeting reversing the decision to install a signal at
Monserate and "L" Street without any notice given to
interested citizens.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -2- July 1, 1980
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Cont.)
Bob Montgomery Mr. Montgomery also expressed his "strong feelings of disap-
120 Pepper Tree Road pointment and displeasure" with the action by the Council
Chula Vista concerning the signal at Monserate and "L" Street.
Ms. Leslie Trook Ms. Trook expressed her concern regarding the apparent
994 Monserate reversal of the Council decision to install a light at
Chula Vista ~nserate and "L" Street, stating that residents of the area
as a group were informed that their presence was not
necessary at the budget meeting because the decision had
been made.
Intent of motion Mayor Hyde expressed his regret for the misunderstanding,
clarified e×plaining that the intent of the motion made at the last
~,~eeting was to include the dollar amount for the Melrose
signal and leveling of "L" Street~ but it would not be
allocated until ~rther reveiw and study is made of the
total area.
Suggestion for interested Councilman Cox suggested that all interested parties be
citizens to leave their encourged to check with the City Clerk and leave their name
name and address for and address in order that they can be notified when this
future notices item is docketed for further Council action.
Further clarification Development Services Administrator Robens clarified that the
for use of funds $55,000 budgeted was to either install the signal at Monserate
or do the engineering study for leveling the hill and install-
ing the signal at Melrose; the option is still open to go
either way.
Wendy A. Zonnevylle Ms. Zonnevylle said she was speaking on behalf of Fredericka
183 Third Avenue Manor and they were requesting permission to hold a "Parade
Chula Vista of Patriots" on July S. She stated she has been working
with the Police Department on this, but did not realize
until today that Council approval was necessary. She said
the parade is scheduled to start at 10:30 a.m. and briefly
discussed the short route it will take.
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Hyde and
request to hold parade unanimously carried by those present that the request to hold
on July 5 the parade be granted, subject to staff conditions.
4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST FOR COUNCIL TO The Comprehensive Planning Organization asked that the Coun-
CONTACT AREA LEGISLATORS oil contact the area legislators to enact a statewide vehicle
CONCERNING A STATE PRO- inspection program as soon as possible. They reported that
GRAM FOR VEHICLE INSPEC- without an agreed upon state program, the Environmental
TION AND MAINTENANCE Protection Agency is required by law to impose federal sanc-
tions on such things as highway and sewer funding.
City Manager Cole said staff's position is that clean air is
everybody's responsibility, and unless state action is taken,
it can cause problems with federal funds and result in no
improvement of air quality. He recommended that the Council
support the action of the CPO.
Motion to support It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Gillow
CP0's position and unanimously carried by those present that the Council
communicate to the City's legislators support for the San
Diego CPO's position with regard to legislation on motor
vehicle inspection, maintenance, and vehicle emision stan-
dards.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -3- July 1, 1980
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTION
5. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde
CONSIDERATION OF GRANTING opened the public hearing.
A CERTIFICATE FOR THE
OPERATION OF T3~XlCABS TO Jimmy N. Keller, 2953 Demeter Way, San Diego, submitted an
JIMMY N. KELLER dba application to operate taxicabs in the City under the name
KIMCNEE CAB COMPANY "Kimchee Cab Company." The Police Department made the
required investigation and submitted written findings that
the vehicles have been inspected in compliance with the new
ordinance. In a written statement, the Director of Public
Safety recommended the certificate be granted.
Public hearing closed There being no comments, either for or against, the public
hearing was closed.
5a. RESOLUTION NO. 10159 - Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was waived
GRANTING A CERTIFICATE by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by
FOR OPERATION OF TAXI- the following vote, to-wit:
CABS TO JIM~4Y N. KELLER
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Gillow, seconded by Councilman Cox
and unanimously carried by those present that the Consent
Calendar be approved and adopted.
6 RESOLUTION NO. 10160 - As part of the underground utility district on Bonita Road
GRANTING EASEMENT TO from Willow Street to Otay Lakes Road, the overhead electri-
SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC cai facilities (which serve the Glenn) must be placed under-
COMPANY FOR TRANSMISSION ground. It is necessary to grant an easement to San Diego
AND DISTRIBUTION OF Gas & Electric Company to construct and maintain the electri-
ELECTRICITY TO SERVE cal facilities to serve the Glenn.
CITY FACILITIES AT THE
CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL
GOLF COURSE
7 RESOL~I'ION NO. 10161 - In response to a recent request, the City Council fipproved
AUTHORIZING PUBLIC the use of the "F" Street employees' parking lot by
PARKING IN EMPLOYEES' members of the public who wish to attend City functions in
PARKING LOT DURING the evenings, limiting parking to the hours of 6:00 p.m. to
NON-WORKING HOURS 7:30 a.m.
(END OF CONSENT CALENDAR)
Motion to send letter of It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
appreciation to H, S. unanimously carried by those present that staff prepare a
McCauley letter for the Mayor's signature to N. S. McCauley expressing
appreciation for the suggestion with regard to the use of the
employees' parking area during non-working hours.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
8. RESOLUTION NO. 10162 - Under the agreement with Community Transit Service to provide
APPROVING AMENDMENT TO transportation for elderly and handicapped patrons, the
AGREEMENT WITH COMF~JNITY vehicles used are without air conditioning. It is expected
TRANSIT SERVICES FOR that this condition may result in a loss of ridership and the
PROVISION OF TRANSPORTA- Development Services Administrator recommended an amendment
TION FOR ELDERLY AND to the agreement with CTS for the installation of air condi-
HANDICAPPED (HANDYTRANS) tioning units on three buses.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the readinq of the text was waived
by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by
the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -4- July 1, 1980
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.)
9. RESOLUTION NO. 10163 - Bids were accepted on June 18, 1980 for the construction of
ACCEPTING BIDS AND a solar heating system at Loma Verde Park. The City Engineer
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE recommended that the Council (1) authorize the expenditure
CONSTRUCTION OF A SOLAR of $84,090 from the Loma Verde Solar Contract Construction
HEATING SYSTEM AT LOMA fund, and (2) accept bids and award the contract to Parnell
VERDE PARK & Leonard, Inc. (low bidder) in the amount of $77,861.
Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted
by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
10. RESOL[~ION NO. 10164 - The current contract with Anthony Ciottl for services in
APPROVING AGREEMENT administering the Block Grant housing rehabilitation program
BETWEEN THE CITY AND expired on June 30. The PAPE (Policy Analysis & Program
ANTHONY CIOTTI FOR Evaluation) study recommended the continuance of this con-
SERVICES RELATIVE TO tract with the amount increased by 10% (from $1,300 per month
THE COMMUNITY HOUSING to $1,430 per month) to reflect inflation and to make Mr.
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Ciotti's compensation competitive with other specialists
(CHIP) in the County.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Gillow, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Cox, Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
11. RESOLUTION NO. 10165 - This is the first complete year of service by Carl Warren
APPROVING SERVICE and Company in handling the City's public liability claims.
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE The Director of Finance recommended renewal of the contract
CITY AND CARL WARREN for FY19g0-81 with the new hourly rates as requested for
AND COMPANY the basic service rate, mileage and photographs. The
contract also provides for a 30-day notice of cancellation if
the City decides to enter into a joint powers agreement with
other San Diego County cities.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Gillow, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Cox, Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
12. RESOLUTION NO. 10166 - As a result of recent State legislation (AB 1151) a developer
AMENDING THE CITY'S of low or moderate income housing within a PUD Modifying
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOP- District may have the potential to realize a "double density
MENT POLICY BY bonus" amounting to a 50% increase over the density other-
SPECIFICALLY PROHIBIT- wise allowed. The Director of Planning recommended that
ING A "DOUBLE DENSITY the City's Planned Unit Development Policy be amended by
BONUS" FOR RESIDENTIAL adding a Subsection 8 (b) to read as follows: "Notwith-
DEVELOPMENTS WITHIN standing the provisions of this section, in no case shall
THE PUD MODIFIYING the density allowed by a combination of this and other
DISTRICT density incentive plans exceed the maximum density allowed
under the PUD Modifying District, as indicated in the table
above."
Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted
by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -5- July 1, 1980
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.)
13. RESOLUTION NO. 10167 - For the past few years, National City has contracted with
APPROVING AGREEMENT Chula Vista for the use a£ the Animal Shelter facilities.
WITH THE CITY OF The current agreement expired June 30, 1980. The D~rector
NATIONAL CITY FOR USE of Public Safety recommended that the new agreement be
OF CHULA VISTA ANIMAL approved which is basically the same as in the past except
SHELTER SERVICES for increased fees due to an increase in employee salaries
and the use of nitrogen gas. The increase has been approved
by National City.
Wording of agreement Councilman Cox questioned the wording "other than by sale"
questioned in section 2a, page 1. of the agreement which reads:
"Confinement, feeding, destruction and disposal (other than
by sale) of dogs and small animals."
Director of Public Safety Winters explained that the City
for the last few years has been selling unclaimed dogs,
with the credit going to Chula Vista. He said the wording
"other than by sale" is not necessary.
Agreement amended It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman
Gillow and unanimously carried by those present that the
phrase "other than by sale" be deleted from the agreement.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Gillow, as amended, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed
and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Cox, Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Conncilman Scott
14. RESOLUTION NO. 10168 - Bids were received on June 13, 1980 for furnishing asphal-
ACCEPTING BIDS AND tie emulsion with latex to the City for the period July 1,
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1980 through September 30, 1980. It was recommended that
ASPHALTIC EMULSION the bids be accepted and the contract awarded to Sim J.
Harris Company for $189.25 per ton.
Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted
by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
15. RESOLb~I'ION NO. 10169 - Bids were received on June 6, 1980 for furnishing aggregate
ACCEPTING BIDS AND base and sand to the City for the period July 1, 1980
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR through June 30, 1981. It was recommended that the bids
AGGREGATE BASE AND be accepted and the contract awarded to Nelson & Sloan at
SAND a price of $4.25 per ton for aggregate base and $4.95 per
ton for sand.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was
~aiv~d by unanimous consent of those present, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
16. RESOLUTION NO. 10170 - Bids were received on June 6, 1980 for furnishing screen-
ACCEPTING BIDS AND ings (.stone chips) to the City from July 1, 1980 through
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR De~ember 31, 1980. It was recommended that the bids be
SCREENINGS (STONE CHIPS) accepted and the contract awarded to Nelson & Sloan in
the a~nount of $6.97 per ton (low bidder).
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -6- July 1, 1980
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.)
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman MeCandliss, Councilman Scott
17. RESOLUTION NO. 10171 - Bids were received on ,June 6, 1980 for furnishing asphaltic
ACCEPTING BIDS AND concrete to the City from .July 1, 1980 through December 31,
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1980. Bids were requested for a slx-month period due to
ASPHALTIC CONCRETE fluctuating material costs. It was recommenSed that the
bids be accepted and contract awarded to Daley Corporation
for a total of $86,550 (low bidder).
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
18. RESOLUTION NO. 10172 - On August 24, 1971 the Council approved an agreement with
APPROVING RENEWAL OF Mainstem, Inc. (Resolution 6177) for automotive equipment
CONTRACT WITH MAINSTEM, management information services. To continue to receive
INC., FOR EQUIPMENT the service, the contract must be renewed every year. The
MAINTENANCE AND MANAGE- FY79-80 contract expired June 30, 1980.
MENT SYSTEM SERVICES
Resolution offered OFfered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted
by the following, vote, to-wit:
AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilwoman McCandliss, Councilman Scott
CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
19. ORDINANCE NO. 1913 - The Council placed this ordinance on first reading at the
ADDING A NEW CHAPTER meeting of June 24, 1980 requiring consumer price indexing.
S.64 TO THE CITY CODE
RELATING TO CONSUMER
COMMODITIES PRICE
b~RKING
Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Gillow that this item be continued
Item 19 for one week until next week as he intends to vote "no" on it. Council-
for a full Council man Cox seconded the motion and it carried unanimously by
those present.
20. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. Motion for Executive It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
Session unanimously carried by those present that an Executive
Session be held for personnel negotiations.
b. Report on mobile home Mr, Cole reported that the security mobile home has been
moved to Greg Rogers Park and is occupied.
c. Report on carpenters' Mr. Cole said that the contractors performing the remodeling
strike at City Hall and Parkway Recreation Center have an interim
agreement to accept whatever the settlement is and because
of this the work will continue. However, if picket lines
are set up, it may affect the projects.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -7- July 1, 1980
REPORT OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
21. REPORT ON ORANGE AVENUE In a written statement the City Engineer reported that
MEDIAN LANDSCAPING $160,000 has been budgeted for the construction of median
landscaping on Orange Avenue between just west of Hilltop
Drive and 1-805, and tonight's presentation is in response
to Council's desire to review this landscaping prior to
advertisement for bids.
Bob Sennett With the use of slides, Mr. Sennett made an oral presenta-
City Landscape Architect tion on alternatives and cost comparison data.
Alternate A-2 Mr. Sennett recommended Alternative A-2 which incorporates
recommended approximately 15,000 sq. ft. of tan colored, salt finished
concrete, approximately 56,000 sq. ft. of lawn area, lawn
irrigation, and future placement of 75 Queen palms in 25
groups of three trees.
Segment of Orange In answer to a question from Mayor Hyde concerning a County
Avenue owned by County segment of Orange Avenue, City Engineer Lippitt said the
County owns approximately 500 - 400 feet.
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Gillow
Alternate A-2 and unanimously carried by those present that the Council
approve Alternate A-2.
Motion to contact It was moved by Mayor Myde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
County to participate unanimously carried by those present that the staff take
in landscaping project formal action to request the County Board of Supervisors to
approve a landscaping project for that portion of Orange
Avenue that is in the County in a fashion similar to that
which the City will be undertaking.
22. REPORT ON REQUEST The Sons and Daughters of Guam, a nonprofit, chartered
BY SONS AND DAUGHTERS organization, requested approval to conduct a 10-kilometer
OF GUAM CLUB 'FO CONDUCT run on July 12, 1980, starting at 7:00 a.m. at Rohr Park.
10-KILOMETER RUN It was recommended by staff that the Council approve the
run with normal staff conditions applying.
Motion to accept It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman gillow
staff recommendation and unanimously carried by those present that the request
be approved subject to staff conditions.
REPORTS, REQUESTS, & RECO~qENDATIONS FROM BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
23. ANNUAL REPORT OF Ordinance No. 1771 establishing the Design Review Committee
DESIGN REVIEW requires that an annual report be submitted to the Planning
COMMITTEE Commission and Council. The Committee submitted a report
noting that from April 1979 to April 1980, 34 projects were
reviewed and acted upon, and concluded that viable projects
require a detailed concerted effort on everyone's part
including staff, applicants' designer and contractor.
Motion to accept report It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
unanimously carried by those present that the report be
accepted.
Motion for letter of It was moved by Mayor tlyde, seconded by Councilman Gillow
appreciation and unanimously carried by those present that staff prepare
a letter for the Mayor's signature thanking the Design Review
Committee for the report and for their services during the
past year.
MAYOR'S REPORT
24. Letter from Mayor Hyde referred to a letter received from Ethel Anderson
Ethel Anderson indicating her concern over what she considered to be the
371 Second Avenue Councils action in not approving a large grocery store on
Chula Vista Third Avenue.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. -8- July 1, 1980
MAYOR'S REPORT (Cont.)
Motion to send letter It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
of explanation to unanimously carried by those present that the staff prepare
Ethel Anderson a letter for the Mayor's signature explaining the situation
with regard to the decision on the Alpha Beta Store and the
possibility that still exists with regard to the vacant
Alpha Beta store.
24a. APPOINTMENT TO BOARD Mayor Hyde said he is appointing }lr. A1Manese to the
OF APPEALS Board of Appeals and requested ratification of the appoint-
ment.
Motion to ratify It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman
appointment to Board Gillow and unanimously carried by those present that the
of Appeals appointment be ratified.
24b. APPOINTMENT TO DESIGN Mayor Hyde said he is appointing Mr. Marc Tarasuck to fill
REVIEW COMMITTEE the vacancy on the Design Review Committee created by the
resignation of Mr. Steve Owens.
Motion to ratify It was moved by Councilman Gillow, seconded by Councilman
appointment to Design Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the
Review Committee appointment of Mr. Tarasuck be ratified.
24c. APPOINTMENT TO Mayor Hyde announced that there is a vacancy on the Environ-
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL mental Control Commission/Historical Site Board as a result
CO}4}~ISSION of the resignation of Mr. Dusty Rhodes. tlc announced he
was appointing Mr, Sherman Goodrich to this vacancy.
Motion to ratify It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman
appointment of Gillow and unanimously carried by those present that the
Sherman Goodrich to appointment be ratified.
Environmental Control
Commission
EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council recessed to Execntive Session at 8:13 p.m. for
personnel negotiations and the meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. to the meeting
scheduled for ,July 8, 1980 at 7:00 p.m.
JENNIE M. FULASZ, CMC
City Clerk
i:/J Deputy City Clerk