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Home My WebLink Aboutrda min 1980/05/01 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF" THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Thursday - 7:00 p.m. May 1, 1980 A regular meet~~g Of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was held on the above date oeginning at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California with the following: t~EMBERS PRESENT Chairman Hyde; Members Gillow, Cox, McCandliss, Scott i~embers Absent None ST AF F PRESENT Executive Director Cole, Community Development Director Desrochers, Special Counsel Reed, Development Services Administrator Robens, Community Development Coordinator Sanseverino, Planning Director Peterson, Senior Planner Pass, Landscape Architect Sennett ALSO PRESENT Fred Borst, George Gentry, Jerry Prior, Guenter Horn ITEM NO.1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was mrved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried by those present to approve the minutes of April 3 and 22, 1980 as mailed. ITEM NO.2 - STATUS REPORT: TOWN CENTRE II Walker Scott has contacted the owners and tenants of the shopping center and is re- fining the concept plan. Leasing agents have been requested to provide input for design of the new buildings. Also, the present west mall will soon be undergoing major changes. FRED BORST WALKER SCOTT PROPERTIES CORP. 908 Sherman Street San Diego, CA Mr. Borst stated the most important element of Walker Scott's report is item #2 "Development Plan." This item proposed that a major revision in the concept plan is best advised by Walker Scott, wherein the mall space between The Broadway and Sears should be one level only. The plan has been discussed with Mr. Beck Horne, the west coast regional director of Sears. In addition, an offer to Mr. Louis Nohl is being prepared to buyout his interest in the center. Discussion followed comparing the one and two-level mall concept. Member Scott arrived at this time (7:10 p.m.). Mr. Borst further explained that Walker Scott feels by controlling the west (Nohl) portion of the center, they will be in a better position to deal with Carter Hawley Hale. However, if not successful, Walker Scott will be prepared to discuss alterna- tives. 5/1/80 -2- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 At this time, Mr. Borst introduced Mr. George Gentry. He will provide Walker Scott with financing capabilities via a Joint Venture Agreement. The Agency wi 11 be asked to approve the Joint Venture Agreement between Mr. Gentry and Walker Scott Properties after special Council review. In answer to Chairman Hyde's question, Mr. Borst stated if property acquisition materializes, Walker Scott will own the area between "H" and "I" Streets, Broadway and Fifth Avenue, with the exception of The Broadway and Sear's properties. Brief discussion ensued on the layout of the proposed mall and the alteration of Fifth Avenue. Member McCandliss asked who is committed to the vacated Jessops' space. Mr. Desrochers comented that he could not disclose the name of the interested party at this time. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO.3 - RESOLUTION íW. 244 - ENTERING INTO AN O'~NER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH AUGUSTE RODRIGUES The Desi gn Revi ew Boa rd has revi ewed and approved the remodel i ng pl ans of an exi s t- ing commercial building located at 321-323 Third Avenue. Community Development Coordinator Sanseverino noted that this project is one of the first subject to the in-lieu parking fee. In this case, the fee would be approxi- mately $2,800. GUENTER HORN 1196 Industrial Boulevard Chula Vista, CA Mr. Horn, the applicant's agent, explained which of the existing uses would be re- placed by the project. RESOLUTION OFFERED Offered by Chairman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Hyde, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Cox Noes: None Absent: None Chairman Hyde commended the project designer on this outstanding project. 5/1/80 "~- -- -----"--"- -3- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 ITEM NO.4 - RESOLUTION NO. 245 - ENTERING INTO AN OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT LOKEY Plans for the construction of a commercial retail/office building at 224 Third Avenue have been conditionally approved by the Design Review Board. Those conditions are: 1) that the applicant comply with the requirements of the City's line departments, and 2) future signs to be approved by the Design Review Board. A model was displayed for members' review. Chairman Hyde questioned the appropriateness of the cloth awnings. Senior Planner Pass explained that the awnings, balloon type in nature, will make a good design statement. RESOLUTION OFFERED Offered by Member Gillow, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Gillow, Cox, Hyde, McCandliss, Scott Noes: None Absent: None Chairman Hyde expressed enthusiasm for this project. In response to Chairman Hyde's question about the in-lieu parking fee, Community Development Director Desrochers remarked that staff would like to postpone discussion on parking in order to obtain input from the Traffic Engineer. Chairman Hyde commented that rather than delaying this matter, it should be expedited. Executive Director Cole explained that staff requests postponement for one month. (This item was to be discussed at a May 8 Council Conference.) MOTION TO CONTINUE FOR ONE MONTH It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried to delay the Council Conference (relative to the parking study) for one month. Development Services Administrator Robens indicated that the report required by the Traffic Engineer would be ready in one week. ITEM NO.5 - REPORT: ADOPTING EXTERIOR COLOR POLICY FOR TOWN CENTRE I A formalized exterior color policy has been prepared by the Design Review Board. The Board recommends the policy, omitting Section "F-1," be adopted. The policy has also been reviewed by the Project Area Committee; they recommend adoption, omitting Section "G." Community Development Director Desrochers explained the agenda statement title is in error. It should read "Report" instead of Resolution." 5/1/80 -4- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 Discussion followed about the intent of Sections "F-1" and "G;" the Design Review Board as an appeal body; and daily requests to the Planning Department for re- paintings. Member Cox felt that it would be beneficial for the Design Review Board to exercise jurisdiction in re-painting matters. Chairman Hyde expressed concern that these requests be expedited as quickly as possible. MOTION TO ACCEPT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD RECOMMENDATION It was moved by Member Cox to adopt the Exterior Color Policy, omitting Section "F-l." The motion died for lack of second. MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF/PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIrn It was moved by Chairman Hyde and seconded by Member McCandliss to adopt the Exterior Color Policy, omitting Section "G." The motion carried 4-1 with Member Cox voting against. JERRY PRIOR, CHAIRMAN DESIGN REVIEW BOARD Mr. Prior remarked that it is strictly the intent of the Design Review Board to establish a color policy and not to inhibit anyone. ITEM NO.6 - REPORT: ALTERNATIVE DESIGNS FOR TELEPHONE BOOTHS A report regarding alternative designs for telephone booths within Town Centre I was submitted in March as requested by the Agency. This item was submitted to both the Design Review Board and Project Area Committee. The Design Review Board recom- mends the Agency rei nstate the customi zed Engl ish styl e tel ephone booths desi gned by staff and originally approved by the Board. The Project Area Committee recommends this item be tabled pending a decision on the second phase of the Third Avenue im- provements. Staff recommends that the Project Area Committee direction be followed. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to accept the report (staff's recommendation). ITEM NO.7 - RESOLUTION NO. 246 - LENDING $3,200 TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FOR SERVICES RELATIVE TO THE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THIRD AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS Chairman Hyde pointed out this item would require a 4/5th's vote. The Community Development Department has been made aware of the deterioration of the new benches on Third Avenue and their need for restoration. The cause for the de- terioration has been determined as a varnish finish not designed to withstand the weathering of an unprotected location. &/1/80 'T w~< mn""" 'w M"m""~ <:~n++ ~n~^n"^" h.. Mn_hn- M_f'__-"'-- ---' .._--"-----,.. .."--, -5- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 Chairman Hyde questioned the use of a varnish finish instead of an oil finish. Landscape Architect Sennett explained how he contacted the Canterbury Company and was advised that an oil finish was recommended. Now, waxing of the benches must be performed every three weeks. This routine activity will be placed in the mainten- ance contract. RESOLUTI ON OFFERED Offered by Member Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Scott, Gillow, Cox, Hyde, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None ITEM NO.8 - STATUS REPORT: IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY THE DISPOSITION & DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CENTRE CITY ASSOCIATES Certain improvements to Memorial Park, along with the undergrounding of some power lines and the relocation of a portion of the Madrona/Landis sewer line are outlined in the Disposition & Development Agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and Centre City Associates. Agency members were provided with a status report on the progress of these projects. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO.9 - REPORT: EQUITY DIRECTIONS/PULLMAN STANDARD Equity Directions is considering several tenant proposals relative to the Bay Boulevard/"J" Street property. Presently, the developer is paying Santa Fe Land Improvement Company, the property owners, a monthly option fee. Upon entering into a Disposition & Development Agreement and institution of "friendly" condemnation, this fee will be terminated. Due to the economic situation, Pullman Standard has delayed a decision on the Bayfront site for another month to their May corporate meeting. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 10 - REPORT: SALE OF BAY BOULEVARD PROPERTY Due to termination of negotiations with Orange Development & Investment Company, the Agency authori zed the ma rketi ng of the 5.1 acre parcel on Bay Boulevard between "F" and" E" Streets. 5/1/80 ---- ---~--- -6- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 Community Development Director Desrochers informed the Agency that he has received two proposals for the subject parcel. One is from a Chicago developer and the other from a local brokerage firm. In order to give the staff time to review these two very creditable proposals, the director recommended an extension of a minimum of 30 days. After this time, the Agency may hold a special meeting, or at the regular June meeting, members can decide whether to enter into an agreement or extend the agreement again. MOTION TO ALLOW 30-DAY EXTENSION It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to allow a 30-day extension. ITEM NO. 11 - REPORT: POLICY STATEMENT - AGENCY INVOLVEMENT IN SALE OF MORTGAGE REVENUE BONDS At a previous meeting, the Redevelopment Agency agreed to initiate actions that could lead to the sale of mortgage revenue bonds. Because this is a precedent setting action, the Agency requested the establishment of a policy to set forth criteria for future involvement. MOTION TO ADOPT POLICY STATEMENT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to adopt the Policy Statement. Chairman Hyde pointed out that the language under item "a" "Financing" is confusing. MOTION TO REVISE WORDING OF POLICY STATEMENT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried that in paragraph" A," second sentence, the wordi ng be revised to read as foll ows: " . . . Fina:ncing Pates shall be deemed to be unreasonable when they are so high that they prohibit or place in jeopardy the profitability of a development due to a reduction of the rate of return of the developer's equity because of the rate of interest for long-term financing. " ITEM NO. 12 - REPORT: WHITEMAN (SHANGRI-LA) PROPERTY In December, 1979, the Agency stated its willingness to provide a three year owner participation agreement for the Shangri-La property at the foot of "F" Street. Since that time, Bay City Marine proposes to occupy the premises. MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to accept staff's recommendation to prepare a new owner participation agreement for the June meeting. 5/1/80 _._--~-----_._---_._- . -7- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 MEMBERS' COMMENTS Member Gillow discussed concerns expressed by the Mayor's Economic Task Force on the architecture of the Ramada Inn. Discussion ensued regarding the design review process of the structure. It was noted that the Planning Commission, not the Design Review Committee, is the review- i ng body for the Bayfront. MOTION TO REFER RAMADA INN ARCHITECTURE THROUGH DESIGN REVIEW PROCESS It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried that the Ramada Inn architecture go through the design review process once again, and relative to financing, it be done on the basis of the Agency's new policy. Member Gillow questioned the status of businesses on Third Avenue. Mr. Desrochers explained that not much interest has been generated due to financing but that Bank of America is working with us on a program for lower commercial interest loans. LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE REPORT Member Cox reported on two items requested to be considered by the Legislative Committee upon the suggestion of the Community Development Director. The first, SB 1972, was introduced by Senator Campbell at the request of the California League of Cities and the Community Redevelopment Agencies Association. The bill basically provides that tax increments are not tax proceeds under the Gann initiative. There- fore, it is the recommendation of the Legislative Committee that the Agency support this bill and communicate our position to the Committee. MOTION TO SUPPORT SB 1972 It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to accept the Legislative Committee's recommendation to support SB 1972. AB 3080 Member Cox stated that Special Counsel Reed was to speak in opposition to this bill in Sacramento. Subsequently, amendments to the bill will make it acceptable for the Legislative Committee to support. The main change is the requirement to do away with the 250,000+ population requirement for Mortgage Revenue Bonds, and it will still require that 30% of all units financed go to low and very-low income fami 1 i es. At this time, the Legislative Committee can accept this because of the population amendment. MOTION TO SUPPORT AB 3080 It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to support AB 3080. MOTION TO HOLD EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to hold an Executive Session following tonight's Agency meeting. 5/1/80 ------- -8- Redevelopment Agency Meeting May 1, 1980 Community Development Director Desrochers indicated it would not be appropriate at this time to discuss the focus area development since the developer's figures are not available. MOTION TO CANCEL AGENCY WORKSHOP It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to cancel tonight's Agency workshop. STATUS REPORT ON CVRA BONDS AND NOTES At this time, Executive Director Cole distributed copies of a status report on CVRA bonds and notes prepared by the Finance Director. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Hyde adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m. 5/1/80 --_...~...--~-------------