HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1961/10/31 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday October 31, 1961
An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was held
at 7:00 P.Mo on the above date, with the following Councilmen present:
Councilmen McMains,McAllister,Menzel,Smith,DeGraaf
Absent: None
Also present: City Engineer Cole, City Attorney Duberg, City Administrator
Fulwiler, City Planner Fretz, Administrative Analyst Ross,
City Finance Officer Grant, Chief Building Inspector Grady,
Principal Civil EngineerHarshman
Mayor Menzel led the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, and asked for a moment of prayer.
The City Clerk hereby states that he did post within 24 hours of
adjournment, as provided by law, the order of adjournment of the
City Council for the adjourned regular meeting of October 31, 1961.
~//' The Clerk read his statement certifying that the petition for a vwhicle parking
District, filed with the Council July 3, 1961, was signed by the requisite number
of signers as specified in Section 31530 of the Streets and Highways Code.
Stuart Ferer, Dr. Robert 8tiffin, Joseph Carpenito and William Moeser speaking in
favor of formation of the Third Avenue Parking District, urged the Council to order a
debt limit report and bring the matter to a public hearing.
Robert McGinnis, Attorney representing opponents of the District, Robert Steiner,
and Edwin Campbell, asked that the Council consider very carefully the will of the
opposition before expending the necessary funds to continue the matter to a hearing.
They urged that the Council consider other ways of creating additional parking for the
downtown area. The Council expressed a desire to know the actual percentage of those
opposed to the District, as compared to those favoring the District. The Clerk was
unable to give this figure, as all protests received to date were not considered legal
at this stage of the proceedings, and therefore were not tabulated.
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman DeGraaf and carried, that
decision on the matter be held over for one week, and that no more signatures for or
against be accepted for one week and that assessed values of properties of those
filing in favor or protest of the District be tabulated, and if it is found that there
is a majority protest by assessed valuation, the proceedings be abandoned, and if not
the debt limit report be ordered in preparation for a hearing. The motion carried
by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith, DeGraaf, McMains
Noes: Councilmen McAllister, Menzel
Absent: None
ORDINANCE No. 774-Pertaining to keeping of animals and fowls -first reading
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMains and carried, that
Ordinance No. 774 be placed on its first reading, providing Section 4.7 (h) as amended
to exclude hay, and that reading of the text be waived. The motion carried by the
following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith,McMains,McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE No. 771 - Amending Ordinance No. 505 - Trailer Court fees - second reading
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McAllister, that
Ordinance No. 771 be placed on its second reading, and that reading of the text be
waived.
The motion failed to carry by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith, McAllister
Noes: Councilmen McMains, DeGraaf, Menzel
Absent: None
City Administrator Fulwiler was asked to examine what other city policies and
rates are on trailer parks.
ORDINANCE No. 772 - Amending Zoning Ordinance - second reading
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Smith and carried,
that Ordinance No. 772 be placed on its second reading; that reading of the text be
waived and the ordinance adopted° The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister, Menzel, DeGraaf,Smith,McMains
Noes: None
Absent: None
ORDINANCE No. 773 - Approving Buford Annexation- second reading
It was moved by Councilman McMains, seconded by Councilman DeGraaf and carried,
that Ordinance No. 773 be placed on its second reading; that reading of the text be
waived and the ordinance adopted. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McMains,McAllister,Menzel,OeGraaf,Smith
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION No. 2685- Approving improvement agreement-Cortez Manor No. 3
Offered by Councilman Smith, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith,McMains,McAllister,Menzel,OeOraaf
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION No. 2686- Approving Sewer Repayment Contract - Ellington
Offered by Councilman McAllister, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit;
AYES: Councilmen McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf,Smith,McMains
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION No. 2687-Approving Sewer Repayment Contract - Whittington
Offered by Councilman McAllister, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf,Smith,McMains
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION No. 2688-Accepting & dedicating real property for street purposes-Floyd Ave°
Offered by Councilman Smith, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith,McMains,McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION No. 2689-Accepting dedication of Colmer property for alley purposes
Offered by Councilman Smith, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith,McMains,McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf
Noes: None
Absent: None
RESOLUTION- Consenting to construction, maintenance & operation of outfall sewer BY
Spring Valley Sanitation District
City Attorney Duberg asked that action on this resolution be held over in order
that he could further study it and work out the details. The City Attorney, Adminis-
trative Officer and City Engineer were asked to bring the matter back to the Council
at the earliest opportunity after working out the details.
RESOLUTION No. 2690- Accepting & dedicating Lot B of Sweetwater Valley Industrial Park
Offered by Councilman McAllister, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen McAllister,Menzel,DeGraaf,Smith,McMains
Noes: None
Absent: None
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RESOLUTION No. 2691- Setting date for public hearing on proposed Edgemere Annexation
Offered by Councilman Smith. passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith, McMains, McAllister. Menzel
Noes: Councilman OeGraaf abstained from voting
Absent: None
~,-DISCUSSION ON TELEGRAPH CANYON SEWER PROJECT
Mr. Eo L. Freeland, Engimeer representing the United Enterprises Corporation,
stated that the United Enterprise Corporation would grant an easement to the City for
sewer purposes if an agreement could be worked out whereby they would not be required
to annex to the City if it was not their desire, and also setting forth a formula
establishing the costs they could expect when and if they were to connect to the
City sewer.
The City Administrator and City Attorney were directed to meet with Mr. Freeland
and others Thursday, November 2nd at 9:30 A.M. to work out an agreement acceptable to
both the City and United Enterprises.
b//'~ WATER FOR PARK-SCHOOL PROPERTY
City Administrator Fulwiler stated that the Park-School Con~nittee recommends
that the City petition the South Bay Irrigation District for inclusion of the Park-
School site in the District.
It was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried,
that the recommendation be referred to the City Attorney for study.
SMALL BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITY
Principal Engineer Harshman reported on work required and estimated costs to
provide a launching facility for small boats on the newly created tidelands. A letter
from the Harbor Gom~ission recommended that the City enter into an agreement with
Franks Dredging Company to dredge the necessary channel for the launching facility.
It was moved by Councilman Smith. seconded by Councilman DeGraaf and carried.
that a contract be entered into with Franks Dredging Company as recommended.
RESOLUTION No. 2692 -Approving Special Appropriation of $12,000. for boat launching
facility.
Offered by Councilman Smith, passed, adopted and approved by the following
vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Smith. McMains, McAllister, Menzel, DeGraaf
Noes: None
Absent: None
,~BID AWARDED ON CITY CARS
~'~ City Administrative Officer Fulwiler reported three bids were
received on City Bid No. 9-1916-62 for six automotive vehicles. The low bid being
that of McCune Motors for five sedans and the South By Chevrolet for one 1/2 ton truck.
The bids being less than the amount budgeted for that purpose, it was moved by Council-
man McAllister, seconded by Councilman Smith~7~that the low bids be accepted.
APPLIGA~TON FOR METRO SEWER GRANT APPROVED
City Engineer Cole recommended that the City make application for a Federal
Government grant of $250,000. as a tributary agency participating in the Metropolitan
Sewer project. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McAllister
and carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be approved.
· REQUEST FOR 1911 ACT IMPROVEMENTS
A letter from B. J. Boatright requested that 1911 Act pro-
ceedings be instituted to install sidewalk on the west side of Broadway between "D"
Street and Chula Vista Streeto A report from the City Engineer indicated that this
block has been included in Phase ~V of the 1911 Act programa
REQUEST FOR ENLARGED MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM IN PARK-SCHOOL PLAN
Letters were received from Alan DuLong, Traci Faddis, Connie
~/ Hanavan and Max McKee requesting that the City consider enlarging the multi-purpose
room at the Park-School project in order that the teen-agers can have a recreation
center in that part of town. No action taken.
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~' REQUEST FOR CHANGE IN PARKING RESTRICTIONS
A letter was read from John C. Tuomala,536 Woodlawn Ave°, requesting that
Resolution No. 2123 prohibiting parking on the West side of Woodlawn Ave. South of "H"
St. between the hours of 7:00 to 9:00 AM and from 4:00 to 6:00 PM be reconsidered, as
it is an imposition on residents of the Woodlawn Garden Apartments. The letter was
referred to City Administrator Fulwiler.
.,~dLAIM FOR PLUMBING BILL DENIED
A letter was read from Lt. W. Horwath, 95 Jo St. making a claim against the City
for $39°75 which he paid to have his drain line cleaned, only to find out that the
stoppage was in the City line. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Council-
man McMains and carried, that the claim be denied°
' TTER COGNITION
A letter was read from the Safety Commission that official recognition be given
through the City Council to the personnel of the City Engineering staff for their
efforts which culminated in the installation of many thousands of feet of sidewalk,
curb, gutter and shoulder paving in the City this last year.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF INDOOR CIRCUS
A letter was read from the Optimist Club of Chula Vista announcing that an indoor
circus is planned on the ~nd of December at the Youth Center Gymnasium to raise funds
for their Boys' work program.
~'TELEGRAPH CAI[YON SEWER
Mr. Ray Swaner, representing Allied Contractors, developers of the Allied Con-
tractors Annexation property, stated they were most discouraged with City progress on
getting the necessary easement from the United Enterprise Corporation in order that
they could proceed with installation of the sewer to service their subdivision. Equip-
ment is ready on the site to do the work, but will be withdrawn if time extends into
the rainy season. The City Attorney was directed to determine the feasibility of
placing the sewer in the old roadway.
~/, PLANS FOR SHUFFLEBOARD COURTS ORDERED
At the request of Councilman McMains, the Engineering Dept. was directed to
prepare plans for shuffleboard courts at Norman Center. Councilman McMains stated that
it was estimated four courts could be installed for $2500.
REqPORT ON USE OF CITY CARS
Councilman McMains ~1 if there was a report ready on use of City cars. City
Administrator Fulwiler stated a report is now in his hands, and he will analyze it for
a report to the Council. Councilman McMains stated he would like the report brought
up when it is complete.
LETTERS OF RECOGNITION AUTHORIZED
At the request of Mayor Menzel, it was moved by Councilman McAllister, seconded
by Councilman DeGraaf and carried, that letters of recognition be written to
Arthur Lynds, the Chamber of Commerce, and members of the City Staff who were
instrumental in the subcess of the Golden Anniversary Celebration of the City.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Menzel adjourned the meeting at 10:05 P.M. until November 7, 1961
at 7:00 P.M.
k___city Clerk'