HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1967/10/31Held Tuesday
MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULAVISTA, CALIFORNIA
October 31, 1967
An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula
Vista was held in the Council Chambers on the above date at 7:00 P.M. with the
following Councilmen present:
Councilmen McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister, Sparling
Absent: None
Also present: City Attorney Lindberg, Administrative Officer Ross, City Engineer
Cole, Planning Director Warren, Assistant Administrative Officer
Stenberg, Administrative Assistant Sullins
Mayor Sylvester led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by a moment of
silent prayer.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
It was moved by Councilman Sparling, seconded by Councilman McAllister,
and carried that the minutes for the meeting of October 24, 1967, be approved,
copies having been sent to each of the Councilmen.
UBLIC HEARING - Proposed increase in the schedule of taxicab fares
This being the time and place, as advertised, for a hearing on a proposed
increase in the schedule of taxicab fares, Mayor Sylvester declared the hearing
open. Attorney Paul Engstrand, appearing on behalf of the San Diego Yellow Cabs,
Inc., the Carnation Cab Company and the Diamond Cab Company, spoke in support of
the proposed fare increase. No others wishing to be heard and the Clerk having
received no written communications, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
HESOLUTION NO. 4584 - Establishing new schedule of taxicab fares
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1084 - Approving on an emergency basis, an amendment to the zoning
ordinance establishing amusement enterprises as uses subject
to a conditional use permit in the C-2, M-1 and M-2 zones -
First reading and adoption
It was moved by Councilman Sparling that Ordinance No. 1084 be placed on
its first reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent.
The ordinance was adopted as an emergency ordinance by the following vote, to-wit~
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None ~
ORDINANCE NO. 1083 - Prezoning Helm's Sweetwater Valley Annexation - Second reading
It was moved by Councilman McAllister that Ordinance No. 1083 be placed
on its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent.
The ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sparling,
Noes: C~mcilmam McCorquodale
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1081 - Approving Helmls Sweetwater Valley Annexation - Second reading
It was moved by Councilman Sparling that Ordinance No. 1081 be placed on
its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent.
The ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1082 - Approving Quintard Annexation No. 1 - Second reading
It was moved by Councilman Anderson that Ordinance No. 1082 be placed on
its second reading and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent.
The ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Sylvester~ McAllister, Sparling, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4585 - Acceptzng ~iJs ama awarding contract for purchase of Diazo
reproduction machine for Public Works Department
Offered by Councilman Anderson, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister, Sparling, McCorquodale
Noes: None
Absent: None~~
RESOLUTION NO. 4586 - Withdrawing Bonita Cove Annexation No. 3 from the Bonita-
Sunnyside Fire Protection District
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4587 - Withdrawing Killers Quintard Annexation from the Montgomery
Local Fire Protection District
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sytvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4588 - Withdrawing Mahy's Sweetwater Valley Annexation No. 2-from
the Lower Sweetwater Fire Protection District
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4589 - Accepting final map - Harbor Side Subdivision Unit No. 2
Reversion to acreage
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: .
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale~ Anderson, Sylvester~ McAllister~
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4590 - Approving an agreement to provide for future grant of ease-
ment - Inland Industries, Inc.
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4591 - Rescinding sewer service charge variance - Tyce Engineering
Corporation
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorqnodale~ Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4592 - Rescinding sewer service charge variance - Chula Vista
Driving Range
Offered by Councilman Sparling, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4593 - Approving tentative map of Mestler Manor Subdivision Units
No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4
Offered by Councilman McCorquodale, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent and the resolution adopted with the following change to the Plan-
ning Cormnission recon~nendations: That the words "pay for" in Item 8 be deleted
and the words "participate in" be inserted. Also that the following additional
condition be imposed: "That the exact terms of the City participation in Planning
Con~nission recommendations No. 8 and No. 9 will be determined by future agreements."
The resolution was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister, Sparling
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4594 - Granting appeal of William Bauer
Offered by Councilman Anderson, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister,
Noes: Councilman Sparling
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4595 - Appointing canvass board for special bond election
Offered by Councilman Sparling~ the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Sparling, McCorquodale~ Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4596 - Approving agreement with San Diego State College regarding
training program through the College's Education TV station
and appropriating funds therefor
Offered by Councilman McCorquodale, the readin~ of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McCorquodale, Anderson, Sylvester, McAllister~ Sparling
Noes: None
ABsent: None
RESOLUTION NO. 4597 - Approving Agreement with Greater Southwestern Corporation
for parking development
Offered by Councilman McAllister, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote~ to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Sparling, Anderson, Sylvester
Noes: Councilman McCorquodale
Absent: None
REPORT FROM PLANNING COMMISSION ON APPEAL BY COUNTY PROPERTIES, INCo
Administrative Officer Ross stated that the Planning Con~nission, upon
Council request, has reconsidered the application of County Properties, Inc., for
a conditional use permit to construct an automatic car wash on the east side of
Woodlawn Avenue~ south of "E" Street. After reconsideration, the Planning Com-
mission recommends approval, subject to seven conditions listed in their letter
to the Council dated October 25, 1967.
Mr. Elmer Faiman, representing County Properties~ Inc., stated they were
in full agreement with the Planning Commission recommendations unless the Council
wished to consider the recommendation pertaining to a maximum sign area of 50
square feet.
It was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Anderson,
and carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare for the next meeting
the necessary resolution sustaining the action of the Planning Commission.
SPORT ON PROPOSED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE FORMATION OF A PUBLIC HOSPITAL
AUTHORITY
Administrative Officer Ross read a report on the proposed joint powers
agreement for the formation of a Public Hospital Authority. Mr. Ross recommended
that the Council approve a request to the Hospital and Health Facility Planning
Council of San Diego County for their formal support of the joint powers authority
and direct the City Attorney to initiate the necessary action for the preparation
of a joint powers authority agreement between Chula Vista and the County of San
Diego.
Dr. Lewis Palmer submitted a list of questions to the Council for consid-
eration during their deliberations on the matter.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman McCorquodale,
and carried that the Council hold a Council Conference on Monday, November 6, 1967
at 3:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber to discuss the matter.
REQUESTS FOR RELIEF FROM COMPLIANCE WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SWIMMING POOL ORDINANCE
Administrative Officer Ross reported that Mr. Harry DeMenge has withdrawn
his request for relief in the form of a waiver from the requirements of Section
29.2 of the swimming pool ordinance No. 1049 Eot his apartment complex at 545
Parkway.
On the request of Robinhood Homes, Inc., for a variance from the provi-
sions of the swimming pool ordinance for property at 490 Fourth Avenue, Adminis-
trative Officer Ross stated that the Building Department has inspected the premises
and recommends that the request be granted.
It was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Anderson,
and carried that action be held over until the Safety Cormmission studies the re-
quest and makes their recommendations.
~REQUEST FOR CITY PARTICIPATION - Street improvements, Quintard Street from Hilltop
Drive to Tobias Avenue
Mr. C. P. Kiffe stated that the City Engineer has indicated that the grade
of Quintard Street between Hilltop Drive and Tobias ~vmnue should be changed in
conjunction with the development of his subdivision, at his expense. Mr. Kiffe
was of the opinion the City should participate in the improvement of this street
as his obligations should not go beyond the middle of the street and the owner
of the property on the other side of the street was not yet ready to develop the
property.
Mr. George Edwards, owner of property in the area, stated that there was
a drainage problem in the area and contended that it was caused by engineering
errors. It was his opinion the City was responsible to correct the errors and
not the property owners.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman McCorquodale,
and carried that the matter be referred to the staff for a full report back to the
Council in two weeks.
APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Councilman Anderson nominated Marguerite Falkenborg for appointment to the
Civil Service Commission. Councilman Sparling nominated Dr. Robert Thomas. There
being no other nominations, the Mayor declared the nominations closed. A ballot
was taken with Miss Falkenborg receiving the majority of vo~es.
It was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Anderson,
and carried that Miss Falkenborg be appointed to the Civil Service Commission to
fill the unexpired term of William Ryan, resigned, said term to expire June 30,
1969.
REQUEST FOR ENCROACHlVIENT PERMIT FOR RUBBISH RECEPTACLES
A letter was read from Robert Caplan, representing Chula Vista Center,
requesting a temporary encroachment removal permit in order to permit rubbish
receptacles to remain on the City right-of-way in the rear of the Center. To be
considered by the Council at the meeting of November 7.
~,/-SAFETY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF WILLOW STREET
A letter was read from the Safety Commission recommending that the cul de
sac on Willow Street be removed, making it a through street to Glover Avenue. It
was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and car-
ried that the letter be referred to the staff for report back at the earliest
possible date.
REQUEST TO PLACE SALVATION ARMY KETTLES
A letter was read from the Salvation Army requesting permission to place
their Kettles for the Christmas season at the Third Avenue and "E" Street Bank of
America, the Post Office, Sprouse Reitz on Third Avenue, Unimart and at the Chula
Vista Shopping Center. It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Coun-
cilman McCorquodale, and carried that the request be granted.
LETTER FAVORING PURCHASE OF PARKING LOT
A letter was read from Dr. Joseph Casey favoring the purchase, by the City,
of the Westy's Lumber Company on "F" Street for a City parking lot.
~.'LETTER OF APPRECIATION
A letter was read from Mr. Robert Hastings, expressing appreciation for
the cooperation received from all City departments for help received during the
Fiesta de la Luna.
vMATTER OF RETAINING WALL REFERRED TO BOARD OF APPEALS
Councilman McCorquodale stated that Mr. H. L. O'Brien, 2630 Bonita Road,
has a problem in that the wooden retaining wall back of his property is being
pushed in by the dirt back of it. It was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded
by Councilman Anderson, and carried that the matter be referred to the Board of
Appeals.
FEASIBILITY STUDY ON USE OF VACANT LOTS FOR PLAYGROUNDS REQUESTED
It was moved by Councilman McCorquodale, seconded by Councilman Anderson,
and carried that the staff be directed to study the feasibility of using vacant
lots throughout the City for playgrounds.
LETTER OF CONDOLENCE REQUESTED
Et was moved by Councilman Sparling, seconded by Councilman McAllister,
and carried that the City send a letter of condolence to the family of Dr. Ira E.
Lake~ ~ublic Information Coordinator for the County Civil Defense Organization
for the past 15 years, and who just recently passed away.
STATEMENT CORRECTED
Mr. Eugene York, 66 '~" Street, stated he would like to correct a state-
ment made by Administrative Officer Ross that he represents the Greate% South-
western Corporation. He said he represents the Convalescent Rehabilitation Enter-
pri~es.
INVITATION TO VISIT PROMOTION DISTRICTS
Mr. Niek Slijk~ representing the Downtown Association, requested Council-
men to participate as their guests in a visit to E1 Monte, Pomona and Upland to
look at the Promotion Districts as established in these cities. The tour is set
for November 16, commencing at 7:00 A.M.
REQUEST FOR STUDY OF HILLTOP DRIVE
Mr. Clarence Kiffe requested that when the study is made on Quintard
Street that the lowering of Hilltop Drive also be studied for a distance of from
500 feet to 1,000 feet each side of Quintard at the same time.
DISSENT EXPRESSED OVER CHANGE IN POSITION OF MAYOR
Individuals expressing dissent over the replacement of Councilman McCor-
quodale as Mayor by Councilman Sylvester were John Bilbo, 993 Guatay; Hugh Chris-
tiansen, 696 Woodlawn Avenue; Nell Haas, 91 Fourth Avenue; Charles Brooks, 580
"D" Street, and Dennis Jackson, 824 Riverlawn Avenue.
SATISFACTION EXPRESSED OVER CHANGE IN POSITION OF MAYOR
Mr. James Matherley, 402 Oaklawn Avenue, stated he was proud to have
Councilman Sylvester as Mayor.
yNOTICE OF MEETING
Administrative Officer Ross stated that there will be a meeting on Wednes-
day, November 8~ 1967 at 7:30 P.M., in National City between the City of National
City and the South Bay Irrigation District to discuss the proposed joint powers
agreement between National City and the South Bay Irrigation District.
CORRECTION IN TIME OF COUNCIL CONFERENCE ON HOSPITAL
Upon the request of one of the doctors, it was moved by Councilman McA1-
lister, seconded by Councilman Sparling, and carried that the Council Conference
set for Monday, November 6, at 3:30 P.M. to discuss the proposed joint powers
agreement for the formation of a Public Hospital Authority be set, instead, for
Wednesday, November 8, at 3:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
ADJOUILNMENT
Mayor Sylvester adjourned the meeting at 8:30 P.M. sine die.
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