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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1980/07/10 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday - 7:00 p.m. July 10,1980 A regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was held on the above date be9inning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California with the following: MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Hyde; Members Scott, Gillow, Cox, McCandliss Members Absent None STAFF PRESENT Executive Director Cole, Community Development Director Desrochers, Special Counsel Reed, Development Services Administrator Robens, Administrative Analysts Buchan and Pritzl a ff ALSO PRESENT Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Jenkins, Louis Goebel, Alphonsus Houtkamp, Max James, Michael Gay, Dave Materna, Jerry Prior, Keith Peter ITEM NO.1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of June 5 and 24, 1980 as mailed. ITEM NO.2 - a. PUBLIC HEARING - INSTITUTION OF EMINENT DOMAIN: LYLE JENKINS b. RESOLUTION NO. 249 - AUTHORIZING THE COMMENCEMENT OF CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS TO ACQUIRE CENTER STREET PROPERTY OWNED BY LYLE JENKINS The Agency's negotiator indicates that he has reached an impasse relative to that property on Center Street occupied by South Bay Auto Parts and owned by Lyle Jenkins. PUBLIC HEARING OPENED This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was declared open. LOU IS E. GOEBEL LUCE, FORWARD, HAMILTON & SCRIPPS Mr. Goebel spoke on behalf of Mr. Jenkins. He stated that Mr. Jenkins is satisfied with his present location and, therefore, is opposed to the Agency's resolution. His client is aware, though, of the Agency's power of eminent domain. Also, the Jenkins would like to be apprised of the plans for the property and the best estimate of when possession for the property will occur. Mr. Desrochers informed the Agency that all affected tenants and property owners would be given 90 days notice to vacate. He estimated the Jenkins would probably be given notice in the first quarter of next year. Staff will have a better idea of when this will occur if we receive a UDAG, or when the developer submits his plans. 7/10/80 .. " L__-- -~ ~"- ""np -2- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED There being no further testimony, for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. Member Cox asked the director what assistance is being provided to the Jenkins at this time. Mr. Desrochers stated that relocation consultants have met with the owner; several sites have been discussed and have been evaluated by the owner. 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, Cox, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow Noes: None Absent: None Member Cox expressed concern for all owners being relocated and that relocation assistance to all concerned should be emphasized. ITEM NO.3 - RESOLUTION NO. 250 - APPROPRIATING A $6,000 LOAN TO THE TOWN CENTRE I LIGHTING & LANDSCAPE DISTRICT At the June 17 City Council meeting, staff was directed to prepare a resolution for the appropriation of a $6,000 loan for the Town Centre I Lighting & Landscaping Maintenance District No. 1980-81. RESOLUTION 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, Hyde, Cox, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None ITEM NO.4 - REPORT: DISPOSITION & DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT - CENTRE CITY ASSOCIATES SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE When written two years ago, the DDA Schedule of Performance contained only general dates for the final phase of the residential and commercial. In F ebrua ry, the Agency indicated that a July review of the situation was in order due to the replanning that was then in progress. MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried that the developer be provided with a letter of understanding and that the DDA's Schedule of Performance not be revised pending the outcome of the UDAG. 7/10/80 -~-~- -3- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 ITEM NO.5 - REPORT: RECOMMENDATION OF PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE REGARDING HARVEY'S BAKERY RELOCATION At their June 19 meeting, the Project Area Committee reviewed certain moving expenses and payments relative to the relocation of Harvey's and, therefore, recommended pay- ment of an additional $6,120. Staff believes, if granted, this example would set a precedent for other relocations in progress. Chairman Hyde commented he would not be reluctant to approve the Project Area Com- mittee's recommendation if he was assured it would not set a precedent to other parties being subjected to similar problems. Community Development Director Desrochers expressed concern that a precedent would be set because other businesses have experienced the same problems as Harvey's. Special Counsel Reed advised against accepting the Project Area Committee's recom- mendation as a double payment would be made. ALPHONSUS HOUTKAMP HARVEY'S BAKERY 333 Thi rd Avenue Chula Vista, CA Mr. Houtkamp informed the Agency that it has been 1~ years since he was notified of relocation plans. His request tonight would be only that the Agency recommend a fair and honest judgement. Discussion ensued relative to fair market value of the subject business, double rent payment, and the change in relocation consultants. MOTION TO APPROVE PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION It was moved by Chairman Hyde and seconded by Member Cox to approve the Project Area Committee's recommendation for payment of $6,120. Chairman Hyde expressed concern that the City's inexperience in relocation may have resulted in an adverse economic impact on Mr. Houtkamp. Member Scott remarked that he could not find justification for payment of $6,000. He indicated, in fact, that a figure of $3,000 would be more in line for double rent paid and he could vote for a motion recommending the latter amount. MOTION PASSED The motion to approve the Project Area Committee's recommendation passed by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Hyde, Cox, Gillow Noes: Members Scott, McCandliss Absent: None 7/10/80 -4- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 ITEM NO.6 - REPORT: INTENDED USE OF "JOBS FOR YOUTH" FOR MAINTENANCE OF AGENCY OWNED PROPERTY An accumulation of trash and weeds on some parcels owned by the Agency in the Town Centre Focus Area has been sighted. It is intended to utilize existing funds from the property management account to contract with Jobs for Youth for this purpose. Brief discussion with regard to utilizing these services on a permanent basis, or a project-per-project arrangement ensued. Supervision, transportation, and insurance are issues that would have to be worked out. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO.7 - RESOLUTION NO. 251 - APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1980 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1981 AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS The City Council approved the budgets for Town Centre I, Town Centre II, Housing, Bayfront and Capital Improvements projects. State law also requires that the Rede- velopment Agency budget be approved by the Agency as separate and distinct from the City budget. RESOLUTION 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, Hyde, Cox, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None ITEM NO.8 - FINANCIAL REPORTS/WORKSHOP At Council budget sessions, it was requested that a financial report and presentation of the Agency's fiscal status be provided at a later time. Staff recommends that a workshop be prepared for August 14, or at the conclusion of the regular August Agency meeting. MOTION TO HOLD WORKSHOP FOLLOWING AUGUST AGENCY MEETING It was moved by Chairman Hyde and seconded by Member Cox to hold the workshop fol- lowing the regular Agency meeting on August 7. Member Scott questioned staff as to why the workshop couldn't be held August 7. Mr. Desrochers explained that the City Clerk has docketed this item for Council Conference on the 14th. Special Counsel Reed added that August 7 has been targeted for discussion of the DDA with C. W. Clark. 7/10/80 -5- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 Member Scott commented that the main motion could be amended to state that if it is found that the regular meeting on August 7 runs into more time than is anticipated, the workshop should be trailed to August 14. MOTION PASSED AS AMENDED The motion, as amended, passed unanimously. The director noted that the financial statement to be provided by the Finance Director was not prepared in time due to other end of the fiscal year commitments. ITEM NO. g - REPORT: BAY BOULEVARD DEVELOPMENT a) C. W. CLARK, INC. b) RAMADA INN b) Ramada Inn The Ramada Inn development proposed by Joe Street has been accepted for mortgage revenue bond financing, and the documents for such an issue are ready for approval by the Agency. Mr. Desrochers stated that the financing reports have hit a snag but, hopefully, resolutions can be provided at a later date. In response to Chairman Hyde's question regarding proposals for IDB's, the director commented that the architects have been instructed to prepare a new facade treatment. Chairman Hyde requested that he be shown any new conceptual plans for Ramada Inn. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to accept staff's recommendation to schedule resolutions concerning the financing and issuance of mortgage revenue bonds for the Ramada Inn for the July 17 workshop meeting of the Agency. a) C. W. Clark, Inc. The Agency has approved pending review of the Days Inn operation on Agency owned property offered by the C. W. Clark company. Mr. Desrochers told the Agency that representatives from Days Inn were present and have prepared a film presentation promoting their operation. Also, a slide presen- tation has been assembled relative to Chairman Hyde and Member Gillow's trip to Denver to view the Days Inn at that location. Member Gillow remarked that if the Agency is looking for a specific type of motel comparable to Holiday Inn, Days Inn is one of the better ones he has seen. At this time, a slide presentation was viewed by the Agency. 7/10/80 -6- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 Chairman Hyde stated that the report given by Days Inn prior to Agency representa- t~ves' visit to Denver was very fair and accurate, and he was particularly impressed wlth the management team that they were in contact with during their stay. Member McCandliss questioned the architectural treatment of the Days Inn development and commented on the need for a change. Member Scott commented on the "Forbes" management article about the Days Inn "low budget motel chain." MAX JAMES C. B. DAY REALTY 601 University Avenue, Suite 150 Sacramento, CA Mr. James stated the reason for Days Inn's success is because the mass of people can afford their accommodations. This development could "pull" the people off the freeway to Chula Vi sta. Chairman Hyde asked for the rationale for choosing a coffee shop over a dinnerhouse. Mr. James answered that it depends on the type of clientele anticipated in a location. Brief discussion followed on the possibility that some operations may be sold to franchises. MICHAEL GAY C. W. CLARK, INC. Mr. Gay told the Agency that El Torito is not a certainty yet. A firm commitment may be obtained, however, when the DDA is signed. If El Torito cannot be obtained, C. W. Clark will provide for a dinnerhouse of the same range (perhaps a Jolly Roger). JERRY PRIOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE Mr. Prior, representing the task force, distributed copies of newspaper articles and an article from "Forbes." He indicated that the term "low budget" used in the task force letter comes from these articles and in no way is meant to be derogatory towards Days Inn. He also questioned the philosophy of Days Inn being the "window to the Bayfront." Full discussion ensued with regard to a definite decision to be made by the Agency at this time. Mr. Desrochers explained that staff would like to prepare for a public hearing to consider a DDA that would include Days Inn and El Torito. Tonight's dis- cussion and possible acceptance of staff's recommendation would not obligate the Agency in any way. However, Agency direction is needed. Member Scott commented that the City needs something to increase the project's image such as diversity and perhaps an operation such as Days Inn could provide this. 7/10/80 ----------..--- -7- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 10, 1980 MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION It was moved by Chairman Hyde and seconded by Member Gillow to accept staff's recom- mendation to prepare for a public hearing for the August meeting to consider the DDA and sale of property to C. W. Clark. The motion passed, 4-1, with Member Cox voting "no." ITEM NO. 10 - REPORT: TOWN CENTRE II STATUS The status of the exclusive negotiation agreement with Walker Scott will be discussed at a workshop scheduled for July 17. The agreement in this regard will expire on August 19 if no further action is taken. MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to accept the report. MEMBERS' COMMENTS Member Scott questioned the status of the Pullman-Standard development. Mr. Desrochers stated that this operation may not materialize in Chula Vista. The Board of Directors of Pullman-Standard feels it cannot build a facility this far from Chicago; however, no official word has been received. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Hyde adjourned the meeting at 8:59 p.m. to the adjourned City Council meeting immediately following and the Agency workshop of July 17, 1980. 7/10/80 .--..--------