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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1980/04/03 8 PM MINUTES OF A REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY WORKSHOP OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday - 8:43 p.m. April 3, 1980 A workshop meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was held on the above date beginning at 8:43 p.m., following the regular Redevelopment Agency meeting, in Conference Rooms 2 and 3 of the Public Services Buildinq, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California with the following: MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Hyde; Members MoCandliss, Scott, Cox Members Excused Member Gi 11 ow STAFF PRESENT Executive Director Cole, Community Development Director Desrochers, Special Counsel Reed, Community Development Coordinator Sanseverino, Development Services Adminis- trator Robens, Planning Director Peterson, Senior Pl anner Pass ALSO PRESENT Rick Weiss, Don Ritchie Community Development Director Desrochers related that the purpose of tonight's work- shop is an attempt to discuss the possible participation of Alpha Beta in the Focus Area, and to provide new dates for the Focus Area development. The director noted the absence of the developer, Mr. Zogob, and re-capped the discussion of the last workshop session held in March. He stated that one of the directions by the Agency was to create a program that would preserve "towness" should a large market be accom- modated. At this time, conceptual drawings prepared by the Planning Department were reviewed by the Agency. It was noted that both Alpha Beta and Mr. Zogob have reviewed the plan with the F Street orientation of the market. Alpha Beta objected to the concept. RICK WEISS ALPHA BETA COMPANY Real Estate Division 1960 Chicago Blvd., Bldg. F Riverside, CA Mr. Weiss, Real Estate Director for the Alpha Beta Company, briefly discussed his duti es and then addressed comments concerni ng the "01 dOl store. Using the old store as a data base, the new store could attract approximately 15,000 customers weekly. Therefore, in his firm's opinion it is critical that the future store be located at the proper intersection. He further discussed architectural concepts of designs from other projects that Alpha Beta participated in. (Photos of various Alpha Beta markets and concepts of two designs for the Focus Area were distributed to Agency members and staff.) Discussion ensued regarding a proposed 58,000 square foot store. This store would consist of a superdrug, supermarket concept under one roof. Mr. Weiss noted that because of a merger involving Alpha Beta, his company is only building combination units. 4/3/80 -2- Redevelopment Agency Workshop April 3, 1980 At this time, plot plans of a 58,000 square foot store and a 47,000 square foot store were displayed. Member McCandliss asked how Alpha Beta's plan would differ from a typical suburban center. Mr. Weiss replied that the land use would remain the same but the layout would be altered. Member Scott commented on the tenant mix proposed for the center such as: boutiques, donut shop, etc. Mr. Weiss stated that a mall shop orientation has been the least successful for his company and that it is definitely a matter of tenant preference. In response to Chairman Hyde's query, Mr. Weiss indicated an Alpha Beta without the superdrug concept would not be as successful. PRO'S AND CON'S OF ALPHA BETA PROPOSAL On display for review were charts of staff's positive and negative feelings relative to Alpha Beta's involvement. Among the positive are: credit tenant for financing, convenient retail diversity, no public parking financing, spin-off to adjacent shops, 15,000 customers projected weekly. Among the negative aspects are: not in scale with Town Centre, suburban plan lacks "towness," requires revision of DDA, and de- veloper consents but with reservations, Mr. Desrochers recommended that perhaps with new direction, tighter control and without outside interference from UDAG, the developer's plan should be acceptable. (The director added that Mr. Zogob's plan would be available in about 30 days.) Special Counsel Reed reiterated that the DDA between Mr. Zogob and the Agency pro- vided for alternative liB" in order to provide parking. Therefore, he advised if a decision is not imperative tonight, further discussion should be delayed until a compari son can be made between the developer's and Al pha Beta's plans when the de- veloper's plans are completed. Member Cox commented that we should start limiting our available options and provide more specific direction to the developer. He suggested it may be appropriate to make a decision on a preliminary basis. Member McCandliss commented on the tenuous economic viability of the original plan. Member Cox concurred with Member McCandliss' comments and indicated that if at some time a 35,000 square foot store is viable to Alpha Beta, then perhaps they will re- consider. Member Scott remarked that Alpha Beta's concepts should not be dismissed. Chairman Hyde praised the candor of the presentation by Mr. Weiss. 4/3/80 - .. -3- Redevelopment Agency Workshop April 3, 1980 In response to Member McCandliss' concern, Mr. Desrochers stated that the developer's plan could not be assured as marketable and viable until credit tenants are assured and financing available. Economic conditions, he added, are extremely serious for all developers large and small. Mr. Weiss indicated no problem with delaying a de- cision on Alpha Beta's plans. MOTION TO DELAY DECISION It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried by those present to delay a decision on this matter until the June Agency meeting at which time Mr. Zogob's plans will have been evaluated. The Chairman thanked Mr. Weiss for his input. DDA STATUS Community Development Director Desrochers reported that acquisition funds were re- ceived six months later than expected. All acquisitions will be accomplished by September 1, 1980 instead of June 30th as originally planned. With regard to the performance schedule, the commercial phases must now be ascertained. Phases I and II residentials should sell quic~y. OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENTS These agreements must coincide with the developer's schedule and plans. PUBLIC FINANCING OF PARKING Bond consultant, Mike McCann, is looking into financing methods for a parking structure. Brief discussion followed concerning using the UDAG as an option. MOTION TO KEEP UDAG AS AN OPTION It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Scott and unanimously carried by those present not to include UDAG but keep UDAG as an option. MOTION TO PROCEED WITH COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried by those present that commercial development be underway prior to the authorization of Resi- denti a 1 Phase I II constructi on. Discussion ensued relative to definite target dates required of the developer. Special Counsel Reed indicated until the developer's plans are received and revisions to the DDA are negotiated, new target dates cannot be made. MOTION FOR TARGET DATE It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried by those present to come up with a target date for commercial development that is tight and agreeable both to staff and the developer, and that it be brought back for approval. 4/3/80 -4- Redevelopment Agency Workshop April 3, 1980 Member Scott commended staff on tonight's excellent presentation. Discussion ensued on the problems facing other redevelopment projects. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Hyde adjourned the meeting at 10:13 p.m. 4/3/80