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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 2004/05/11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA May 11,2004 7:00 P.M. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers: Salas, Rindone, and Mayor Padilla ABSENT: Councilmembers: Davis (excused), McCann (excused) ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Moore, and City Clerk Bigelow Mayor Padilla asked the City Clerk to schedule requests for excused absences for Councilmembers Davis and McCann on the May 18, 2004 agenda. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR PADILLA OF A PROCLAMATION TO DAVE BYERS, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS, AND JACK GRIFFIN, DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES, PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF MAY 16 THROUGH MAY 22 AS PUBLIC WORKS WEEK Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor Salas presented it to Messrs. Byers and Griffin. . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR PADILLA OF A PROCLAMATION TO GERI PAGE, PRESIDENT OF THE CHULA VISTA CITIZEN'S CLUB, PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAYAS OLDER AMERICAN'S MONTH Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor Salas presented it to Ms. Page, who then invited the Council and public to attend the Norman Park Senior Center open house on May 22, 2004, 10:00 a.m. to I :00 p.m.; and the "Older Senior Citizens Birthday Month" event on May 27,2004, at I :00 p.m. . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR PADILLA OF A PROCLAMATION TO VANESSA PRESTON, ON BEHALF OF GERRIE PRESTON, DECLARING MAYAS ALS AWARENESS MONTH This item was continued to May 18,2004. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 4) 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-145, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHING TIME LIMITED PARKING ON EAST PALOMAR STREET, BETWEEN MONARCHE DRIVE/SANTA RITA AND MONARCHE DRIVE/SANTA ANDREA STREET Adoption of the resolution approves twenty-minute and one-hour time-limited parking on the south side of East Palomar Street, from Monarche Drive/Santa Rita to Monarche Drive/Santa Andrea Street, to serve the parking needs of the mixed-use development in the area. (Director of General Services, City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 2 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-146, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FINAL MAP OF CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 01-11, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11, NEIGHBORHOOD R-5, THE ASSOCIATED SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS, AND A SUPPLEMENTAL SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 01-11, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11, NEIGHBORHOOD R-5 B. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-147, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE GRANT OF EASEMENTS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT 01-1], OTA Y RANCH VILLAGE 11, NEIGHBORHOOD R-5 On October 23, 200], the Council approved a tentative subdivision map for Otay Ranch Village 1]. Adoption of the resolutions approves the final "B" map, its associated subdivision and supplemental subdivision improvement agreements, and a grant of easements and maintenance agreement. (Director of General Services, City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. 3 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-]48, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FINAL MAP OF CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 0]-]], OTA Y RANCH VILLAGE 11, NEIGHBORHOOD R-6, THE ASSOCIATED SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS, AND A SUPPLEMENTAL SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 0]-]], OTAY RANCH VILLAGE] 1, NEIGHBORHOOD R-6 B. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-149, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE GRANT OF EASEMENTS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 0]-1], OTAY RANCH VILLAGE]], NEIGHBORHOOD R-6 Page 2 - Council Minutes May 11, 2004 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) On October 23, 2001, Council approved a tentative subdivision map for Otay Ranch Village 11. Adoption of the resolutions approves the final "B" map, its associated subdivision and supplemental subdivision improvement agreements, a grant of easements and maintenance agreement. (Director of General Services, City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-150, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR USED OIL RECYCLING BLOCK GRANT (UBG 10-04) FROM THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH ADMINISTERING THE GRANT The California Used Oil Enhancement Act requires the collection of four cents for every quart of lubricating oil sold, transferred and imported into California trom oil manufacturers. The act mandates that the California Integrated Waste Management Board use a portion of those funds to provide block grants to local governments for used oil programs that encourage used oil and oil filter recycling. Adoption of the resolution approves the application for the grant. (Director of Conservation and Environmental Services) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Councilmember Rindone moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered the Consent Calendar, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 3-0. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Chula Vista Youth Advisory Commissioners Christian Longo, Eddie Herrera and Danielle Yamsuan reported on drug and alcohol issues in local high schools and on matters regarding traffic accidents during peak hours. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME), AMERICAN DREAM DOWN PAYMENT (ADDI), AND THE EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) PROGRAMS; AUTHORIZING TRANSMITTAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD); AND INSTRUCTING STAFF TO INCLUDE APPROPRIATIONS TO FUND THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 PROPOSED BUDGET (Continued trom May 4,2004) Page 3 " Council Minutes May 11, 2004 ',0._'__"--"--'--'---'----- "...._,- PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) The Consolidated Annual Plan identifies a strategy for addressing the needs of the community through the use of funds trom these programs. These needs include allocating funds for administration and planning, capital improvements, community projects, economic development, public services, affordable housing, single-family rehabilitation, and first-time homebuyer programs. The Council held a public hearing on April 6, 2004 to review and receive public comment on projects and programs being considered for CDBG, HOME, ADD!, and ESG funding. (Director of Community Development) Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and at the time specified in the notice. Mayor Padilla noted that the hearing had been opened at the meeting of May 4,2004. Senior Community Development Specialist Hines presented the Consolidated Annual Plan, including HUD entitlement funds, citizen participation, 38 projects/activities requesting CDBG funding, and recommended funding for HOME, ADD! and ESG grant programs. Councilmember Rindone suggested that the Thursdays Meals program be increased from $5,000 to $6,000. Lynda Carrington asked for support for Chula Vista's children with special needs and requested funding declined by Children's Hospital for equipment needs at Greg Rogers Elementary School. She submitted copies of letters dated May 11, 2004, including a list of the equipment needed by the school. Steve Arends, representing the Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Fund, thanked the Council and staff for continued support and requested approval of the $3,500 request to meet the increasi¡¡g demands of the Veterans Home. Karolyn Kmet-Muran, representing Chula Vista National Little League, spoke about the fencing and dugout improvements the requested funding would provide for the organization. Kathie Lembo, representing Chula Vista Youth Services, thanked the Council for its proactive efforts with regard to the program. Edna Lyons, representing the YMCA Kinship Program, expressed appreciation for Council's continued support, which has enabled the program to increase its services. Ms. Lyons requested consideration of any additional funds that may become available for the program. With no further members of the public wishing to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing. Mayor Padilla asked about the request of Ms. Carrington for funds for equipment for children with special needs. City Manager Rowlands suggested that the matter be addressed as a capital request during the budget hearings in June 2004. Mayor Padilla recommended that the group work with the collaborative and also the school district to help address future needs. Page 4 - Council Minutes May 11,2004 ------------ ----_._~----- ------------- '--~ ------- - -.- --- ------- PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) Councilmember Rindone recommended that the Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Fund be increased ftom $3,000 to $3,500 and Thursdays Meals be increased ftom $5,000 to $6,000. Deputy Mayor Salas recommended increasing the Lutheran Social Services program ftom $6,500 to $8,000. ACTION: Councilmember Rindone moved to adopt Resolution No. 2004-151, heading read, text waived, and to amend allocations to increase Lutheran Social Services Community Family Services ftom $6,500 to $8,000, increase Thursdays Meal ftom $5,000 to $6,000, and increase the Veterans Home ftom $3,000 to $3,500; and direct staff to bring forward recommendations on the use of the remaining discretionary funds before the end of the funding cycle: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-151, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME), AMERICAN DREAM DOWN PAYMENT INITIATIVE (ADD!), AND THE EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) PROGRAMS; AUTHORIZING TRANSMITTAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD); AND INSTRUCTING STAFF TO INCLUDE APPROPRIATIONS TO FUND THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PLAN IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 PROPOSED BUDGET Deputy Mayor Salas seconded the motion and it carried 3-0. 6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN RIGHTS-OF- WAY OVER A PORTION OF ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 639-080-22 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD STREET WIDENING PROJECT (CY-102) (Continued ftom April 27, 2004) (Director of General Services, City Engineer) ACTION: Deputy Mayor Salas moved to continue the hearing to a future date. Councilmember Rindone seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0. 7. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 19.48.020 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE, ELIMINATING THE REQUIREMENT FOR UNIFIED CONTROL OF PROPERTY WITHIN THE P-C ZONE Adoption of the ordinance approves the deletion of a provision ftom the Municipal Code that currently requires consent of property owners for amendments to sectional planning area plans within the P-C Zone. (Director of Planning and Building) ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to continue the hearing to May 18,2004, as recommended by staff. Deputy Mayor Salas seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0. Page 5 -- Council Minutes May II, 2004 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) 8. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE OTAY RANCH GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO ALLOW FOR THE SUBMITTAL OF SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA PLANS ON PROPERTIES COMPRISING OF LESS THAN THE WHOLE OF A VILLAGE Adoption of the resolution approves an amendment to existing provisions within the Otay Ranch General Development Plan to allow the submittal of an application for a sectional planning area plan if the applicant does not control the entirety of a village. (Director of Planning and Building) ACTION: Deputy Mayor Salas moved to continue the hearing to May 18, 2004, as recommended by staff. Councilmember Rindone seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0. OTHER BUSINESS 9. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS There were none. 10. MAYOR'S REPORTS . Consideration of appointment of two City Council Members to the Urban Core Specific Plan Advisory Committee. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Salas moved to appoint Mayor Padilla and Councilmember Rindone to the Urban Core Specific Plan Advisory Committee. Mayor Padilla seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS . Deputy Mayor Salas: Consideration of the Council to take a position to oppose the Federal CLEAR Act. Deputy Mayor Salas requested that this item be continued to May 18, 2004. Councilmember Rindone reported on the Veterans Home's fourth annual barbecue and expressed pride about Chula Vista's significant service to veterans. Deputy Mayor Salas reported that the third annual Historic Home Tour was a spectacular event. She said that the homeowners generously opened their homes to the many visitors, and, to that end, she requested that the Council send a letter of thanks to the historic homeowners who participated. Page 6 - Council Minutes May 11, 2004 ---- _n- _U- ----- ------------- - - --- - --~-------- CLOSED SESSION Closed Session was cancelled, and the following items were not discussed: 12. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 Property: San Diego Gas & Electric - Gas and Electricity Franchise (pertaining to public rights-of-way throughout the City of Chula Vista) Agency negotiators: David Rowlands, Jr., Sid Morris, David Huard Negotiating Parties: City of Chula Vista and San Diego Gas & Electric (various representatives) Under Negotiation: Price and terms of ftanchise conveyance 13. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a) . Application of SDG&E for Authority to Update its Gas and Electric Revenue Requirement and Base Rates (Doc. Nos. A-02-12-27, A-02-12-028, and I 03-03- 016) ADJOURNMENT At 8:06 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to the Regular Meeting of May 18, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, and thence to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on May 19, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. ~~~~ Susan Bigelow, CMC, City Clerk Page 7 - Council Minutes May 11, 2004