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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1980/08/07 MINUTES OF A REGU LAR ~1EETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGE~;CY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Thursday - 7:00 p.m. August 7, 1980 A regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was held on the above date beginning 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 Cox, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow Members Absent None STAFF PRESENT ColTlTluni ty Development Di rector Desrochers, Speci a 1 Counsel Reed, Development Services Administrator Robens, Administrative Analyst Buchan, Current Planner Lee ALSO PRESENT Fred Borst, Jerome Lipp, Don Reeves, Kay Kaiser, Simon Andrews, Howard Susman t1EETING RECESSED/RECONVENED Chairman Hyde recessed the meeting at 7:01 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:08 p.m. ITEM NO.1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of July 10 and 17, 1980 as mailed. ITEM NO.2 - REQUEST FOR SETTIW; DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING D,ISPOSITICN & DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH C. W. CLARK, INC. Officials of C. 11. Clark, Agency Special Counsel and the ColTlTlunity Development Director have been negotiating a Disposition & Development Agreement preparatory to the sale of 5.1 acres of Agency owned property on Bay Boul evard. ~10TIQ'j TO APPROVE STAFF RECa>1MENDATION It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to approve staff's recommendation to hold a publ ic hearing on September 4 to con- sider a Disposition & Development Agreement with C. W. Clark, Inc. ITEM NO.3 - RESOLUTION NO. 252 - ESTABLISHING THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AS THE OFFICIAL DESIGN REVIEW BODY FOR THE BAYFRONT Staff analyzed the procedure for reviews of Bayfront proposals for architectural design. Presently, the Planning Commission functions in this capacity. Staff feels that the City Design Review ColTlTlittee would be a more appropriate reviewing body because of their design expertise. The City Planning ColTlTlission has approved of the change. 8/7 /80 -------~- -2- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 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 - RESOLUTION NO. 253 - ADOPTING NEGATIVE DECLARATION IS-80-79 AND CHULA VISTA BAYFRONT SIGN PROGRAM ADOPTING THE CITY DESIGN REVIEW Ca>1MITTEE AS THE OFFICIAL DESIGN REVIEW BODY FOR THE BAYFRONT SIGN PROGRAM At the April 1980 Redevelopment Agency meeting, staff was directed to engage the services of Donald J. Reeves & Associates for the preparation of a sign program. DONALD J. REEVES DON REEVES & ASSOCIATES 835 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA Mr. Reeves introduced Mr. Simon Andrews and Ms. Kay Kaiser of Kay Kaiser Graphics. They narrated a slide show presentation on various types of signage. Community Development Director Desrochers noted that the Bayfront logo previously adopted by the Agency would be rescinded upon adoption of this resolution. MOTION TO PMEND RESOLUTION It was moved by Member Scott and seconded by Cha i rman Hyde to amend Secti on 2 of the resolution to read: "The Redevelopment Agency does hereby adopt the proposed Bayfron t Si gn Program." The motion passed, 4-1, with Member McCandliss voting "no." RESOLUTION OFFERED AS PMENDED Offered by Chairman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted, as amended, by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Hyde, Cox, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow Noes: None Absent: None 8/7/80 ------~----- -3- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 ITEM NO.5 - REPORT: PACIFIC LEGAL FOUNDATION/STATUS OF COASTAL COMMISSION LITIGATION HOWARD SUSMAN PACIFIC LEGAL FOUNDATION 455 Capital Mall, Suite 600 Sacramento, CA Mr. Susman recapped the history and present status of Chula Vista's lawsuit against the California Coastal ColTlTlission. A hearing date of mid-September has been set. At this time, he reouested further discussion be deferred to an Executive Session following tonight's meeting due to litigation in progress. MOTION TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously carried to adjourn to Executive Session for litigation at the conclusion of tonight's meeting. ITEM NO.6 - REPORT: EQUITY DIRECTIONS/PULLMAN STANDARD The firm of Pullman-Standard had been considered as a potential participant for the development of property in the vicinity of Bay Boulevard and J Street. Since Santa Fe Land Improvement Company is the owner of this land (17 acres), the Agency agreed to file a "friendly" condemnation action in order to convey title to Equity Directions on condition that a Disposition & Development Agreement could be negotiated between the Agency and Equity Di recti ons. Pullman-Standard has informed Equity Directions that they can no longer develop the site. Chairman Hyde colTlTlented that the developer expressed difficulty relative to mar- keting the land. Their agreement with the owner (Santa Fe) is contingent upon Equity's performance. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Cox and seconded by Member McCandl i ss to accept the report. The motion carried, 4-1, with Member Scott voting "no." ITEM NO.7 - RESOLUTION NO. 254 - AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN TO EXTEND THE EXCLUSIVE NEGOïIATION AGRED1ENT BET\'JEEN ThE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND WALKER SCOTT PROPERTIES CORPORATION An Exclusive :Jegotiation Agreement was entered into in February 1980 for a six- month peri oct. At a July Agency workshop, members discussed the status and possible extension of the agreement. Mr. Desrochers acknowledged the presence of parties involved who were notified of tonight's meeting (Jerome Lipp and Andy Henry). 8/7 /80 -4- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 FRED BORST, PRESIDENT WALKER SCOTT PROPERTIES CORPORATION 908 Sherman Street San Diego, CA Mr. Borst briefly described the progress his firm has made on attempting to obtain the western portion of the center. Also, Walker Scott has attempted to schedule a meeting with Mr. Jerome Lipp of Carter Hawley Hale to further discuss the situation. JEROME LIPP, PRESIDENT CARTER HAWLEY HALE PROPERTIES, INC. 555 South Flower Street Los Angeles, CA Mr. Lipp informed the Agency that he and Mr. Nohl were present to request that the Agency consider an agreement with Carter Hawley Hale to develop exclusively the Chula Vista Shopping Center. He noted that at no time has he been approached to meet with Walker Scott prior to this week. He then provided a synopsis of past events leading up to the Agency's exclusive negotiation with Walker Scott and as~ sured members that if Carter Hawley Hale were allowed to exclusively negotiate with the Redevelopment Agency, they would actively seek the participation of Walker Scott in their center. Finally, Mr. Lipp mentioned the possibility of condemnation proceedings previously discussed by the Agency for Carter Hawley Hale's portion of the center and reminded members that Carter Hawley Hale does not, in fact, own that portion. Agency members conceded that at no time had they ever discussed eminent domain as a method of acquiring Carter Hawley Hale's portion of the center. Member Scott suggested that perhaps the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement could be extended for a six week period in order that Walker Scott and Carter Hawley Hale could come to a mutual agreement. In reference to Member McCandliss' question, Mr. Desrochers indicated that staff's participation in the two principal's discussion could be more of a hindrance than a help. Mr. Borst expressed concern that although a progress report could be brought back in six weeks, a conceptual agreement may not be reached. MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously car- ried to amend the resolution to extend the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Walker Scott for a period of six weeks to October 16, 1980. RESOLUTION OFFERED AS AMENDED Offered by Member Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted, as amended, by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Scott, Gillow Hyde, Cox, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None 8/7/80 ------------------- -5- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 ANDY HENRY ANDY HENRY REALTORS 1231 Third Avenue Chula Vista, CA Mr. Henry, owner of property on I Street adjacent to the center and in the project, explained that he was originally informed by the Planning Department that he could place condominiums on his property. Some time later he discovered that a moratorium had been placed on this property due to the shopping center's planned expansion. He now requests that his property be exempted from the project effective October 16, 1980. ITEM NO.8 - RESOLUTION NO. 255 - AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE ACQUISITION BY THE AGENCY OF CERTAIN COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES TO BE CONSTRUCTED AND DEVELOPED BY CENTRE CITY ASSOCIATES LHlITED Bond Counsel, Jones Hall Hill & White, was asked to explore the possibility of issuing bonds to provide long-term financing for the commercial portion of the Centre City Associates' 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, Cox, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow Noes: None Absent: None ITEM NO.9 - RESOWTI ON NO. 256 - APPROV ING AGREEMENT WITH ALAN M. VOORHEES & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PREPARATION OF A TRAFFIC STUDY OF TOWN CENTRE I COMMERCIAL FOCUS AREA AND APPROPRIATING $2,800 An environmental update of the Focus Area must be prepared to complete the UDAG application scheduled for a fall review by HUD. Due to the City Traffic Engineer's workload, staff investigated the possibility of hiring a consultant. Development Services Administrator Robens informed the Agency that since the City Engineer will be working in the Transit Coordinator capacity until September 1st, he will be unable to begin a traffic and air quality study until October. RESOLUTI ON OFFERED Offered by Member Cox, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Cox, McCandliss, Scott, Gillow, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None 8/7 /80 -6- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 ITEM NO. 10 - REPORT: TRANSFER OF AGENCY ACQUIRED EQUIPMENT TO CITY GARAGE In June, the Agency acquired the Arnold's Garage property including fixtures and equipment. Some of these fixtures and equipment were re-purchased by Mrs. Arnold and some by various former employees. Nine items were inspected by the City's Equi pment Mai ntenance Superintendent and were found to be of use to the Ci ty. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously car- ried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 11 - REPORT: REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF REPLACEMENT HOUSING PAYMENT Mr. J. D. Peters is claiming payment as an owner/occupant in the Town Centre. According to State Relocation Law, owner/occupants of residences purchased by a redevelopment agency may receive a supplemental payment. Mr. Desrochers indicated that he has received a letter from Mr. Peters' attorney requesting that this item not be considered by the Agency pending further review by the claimant's legal counsel. MOTION TO CONTINUE ITEM It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to continue this item until the September Agency meeting and that it be referred to the Project Area Committee to their August 21st meeting. ITEM NO. 12 - RESOLUTION NO. 257 - APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH DIEHL, EVANS AND COMPANY FOR AUDIT SERVICES State Redevelopment Law requires an annual audit of redevelopment activities; in addition, the Agency's bond covenants require the audit of outstanding bond issues. 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, McCandliss Noes: None Absent: None MEMBERS' COMMENTS Member Cox commented on the appearance of the Bomanite downtown. Member McCandliss remarked that staff doesn't seem to have criteria to come up with architectural design that is acceptable to the Agency. 8/7/80 --------------- - ---- -7- Redevelopment Agency Meeting August 7, 1980 MOTION DIRECTING STAFF TO INVESTIGATE DESIGN STANDARDS It was moved by Member McCandliss, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously car- ried to refer to staff the question of the suitability of creating design stan<1ards for the Bayfront with the direction that staff report back to the Redevelopment Agency their conclusions. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Hyde adjourned the meeting to Executive Session at 8:57 p.m., and to the August 14 workshop and the regularly scheduled meeting of September 4, 1980. tfz Paul G. 8/7/80 ---------------