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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1982/01/07 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETIN3 OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VIŒA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, January 7,1982 Council Chambers 7:00 p.m. Public Services Building ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Cox; Members Gillow, Campbell, McCandliss, Scott Members Absent None STAFF PRESENT Executive Director Cole, Corrmunity Development Director Desrochers, Special Counsel Reed, Redevelopment Coordinator zegler, Development Services Administrator Robens, Development Specialist Kassman ALSO PRESENT Lyle Jenkins, Richard Zogob, Ted Brumleve, Judith Connely, Ted Gurnee ITEM 00. 1 - APPRO<JAL OF MINUTES MSC (Cox/scott) to approve the minutes of December 2, 3, 8, 17 and 22, 1981 as mailed. ( Membe r campbell abstained from voting on minutes of December 2 and 3, 1981.) LYLE JENKINS 602 Melrose Avenue Chula Vista Mr. Jenkins, owner of South Bay Auto Parts, addressed the Agency at this time regarding the Agency's request for him to vacate the premises at 328 Center Street. The owner referred to the action that brought about his agreement to sell his property to the Agency back in July. His agreement was predicated upon obtaining permits, etc. for the construction of a new building. The agreement was that he would be out of the building by January 1982. He told members that the delay in construction of his building is due to the contractor's inability to obtain the various City permits required. He stated that the contractor has indicated that he can construct the entire building in 90 days. Mr. Jenkins also acknowledged that he has received an eviction notice. Community Development Director Desrochers commented that Mr. Jenkins' business is on a portion of the proposed parking structure site. If the Focus Area developer receives his financing by the February 1st target date, the timetable will be on track and the subject property will be needed by APril 1st. 1/7/82 Redevelopment Agency Meeting -2- January 7,1982 In response to Member Scott's question, Executive Director Cole indicated that in order to remain on schedule, the tenant must vacate the premises as soon as possible. Special Counsel Reed stated that the notice of eviction was served on January 5, 1982. He suggested that further discussion relative to legal constraints and the timing involved in this subject would be appropriately discussed in Closed Session. Discussion followed regarding other means of financing by the business owner, the closing of the Marie Callender Restaurant financing on January 8, 1982, and the Focus Area developer's pursuit of retail commitments in order to obtain his financing. Mr. Zogob commented that he is optimistically pursuing the development of the project. Although it does not appear that financing will be obtained for the retail portion of the project by the targeted February 1st date, financing should be secured at least by APril 1, 1982. Mr. Jenkins expressed his frustration with the Davis-Bacon Act regulations. He noted that he had asked his contractor to try to comply with the regulations; however, the contractor feels that such compliance would jeopardize his business. In response to Member Campbell's question, it was noted that the business owner is requesting a four-month extension. MOTION TO RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to recess to Closed Session in order to obtain a full briefing on this item. MEETIN3 RECESSED/RECONVENED The meeting was recessed at 7:16 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 7:26 p.m. MOTION TO REFER MATrER TO AGEOCY COUNSEL MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to refer this matter to the Agency Special Counsel (so that the Agency Special Counsel will meet with Mr. Jenkins' attorney) and bring back a report to the Agency on TUesday night (1/12/82) following the regular City Council meeting. JUDITH CONNELY 1041 Calle Mesita Bonita, CA 92002 Ms. Connely, owner of Chula Vista Beauty College, also expressed her concern with the requirements of the Davis-Bacon Act. She stated that her contractors have quit because of these regulations. She requested that to avoid further problems with the City, she be awarded her settlement and she would leave the 1/7/82 ----- Redevelopment Agency Meeting -3- January 7,1982 Town Centre. If the City does not honor the settlement previously awarded by the Court, she would also have to request an extension of time in order to seek a new contractor and pull the necessary permits. In answer to Chairman Cox's question, Ms. Connely stated that she is working in the same timeframe as Mr. Jenkins. She also reminded members that a request for a new trial is to be heard in Court on January 12. MOTION TO RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION MUSC (Scott/Cox) to recess to Closed Session in order to discuss this matter further. MEETIN3 RECESSED/RECONVENED The meeting was recessed at 7:33 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m. Special Counsel Reed advised that since the Connely item is still in litigation, our acquisition counsel (Mr. Keagy) should be contacted by Ms. Connely's attorney. He indicated that the motion for a new trial is based on the excessiveness of the Court verdict. ITEM NO.2 - RESOLUTION NO. 349 - RECERTIFYIN3 EIR-79-5 AND APPRO'IIOO A CONCEPTUAL PLAN FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL COMPONENT OF THE TOWN CENTRE FOCUS AREA Development plans for the construction of a 50,000 square foot retail/ commercial center to be located at the southwest corner of Third Avenue and "F" Street has been submitted by Centre City Associates, Ltd. The Environmental Review Committee found that the original EIR prepared for this project is adequate for the subject proposa1. The Agency must recertify the document however. TED BRUMLEVE S:;PA 440 Upas Street San Diego Mr. Brumleve commented that the thrust of the project is to create a lively retail core. They have incorporated a Marie Callender Restaurant, a United Artists Theatre, and a portion of the City-financed parking structure with the 1 1/2 acre retail site. On display was a cardboard model of the retail component. The architect also narrated a slide presentation depicting the site plan, the model, elevations, theme sketch, landscape plan and furniture selections. In response to Member McCandliss' s question, Mr. Brumleve stated that the similarity between the condominiums and the retail component is in the exterior materials only -- stucco skin. 1/7/82 ---------- Redevelopment Agency Meeting -4- January 7,1982 In reference to the cardboard model, Member Scott asked where the second restaurant would be located. Mr. Desrochers explained that the model depicts the central area of the plan only. The Disposition and Development Agreement states that the developer has two more years before the second restaurant has to be committed. Mr. Brumleve remarked that united Artists has been kept abreast of these plans and they are very responsive as far as keeping within the "village" theme. Redevelopment Coordinator Zegler, in response to Member Scott's question concerning the location of the Town Clock, noted that it was the consensus of the Design Review Board that the clock should be placed on a more prominent corner such as Third Avenue and "F" street. The Design Review Board also discussed the designing of a brass plaque which would include the name of the founders of the project. RESOLUTION OFFERED by member Gillow, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. ITEM 00. 3 - REPORr: CONSOLIDATED UTILITY BILL-PAYIOO FACILITY IN THE TOWN CENTRE FOCUS AREA The City Council was approached to support the location of a consolidated bill-paying center in the Town Centre Focus Area in conjunction with the development of a new office facility by the SWeetwater Authority. It is hoped that such a facility would bring people downtown and support proposed commercial redevelopment. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORr MS (Cox/Campbell) to accept the report. community Development Director Desrochers reported that the county of San Diego would like to act on the possibility of selling approximately 30,000 square feet of land to the SWeetwater Authority for their new offices. A plot plan illustrating the proposal was requested to be submitted by the Authority or County for Agency review. Discussion ensued concerning the removal of the decision-making privilege from the Focus Area developer, Mr. Desrochers indicated that he would attempt to get all parties involved together to work something out. Member McCandliss suggested that the main motion be softened by adding at the end of the staff recommendation "if possible," or "arrangements can be made," SUBŒITUTE MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF REPORr MSUC (Cox/Campbell) to accept the report and direct staff to work with the Focus Area Commercial developer and relevant utility companies towards the possible establishment of a bill-paying center integrated into the commercial center. 1/7/82 Redevelopment Agency Meeting -5- January 7,1982 ITEM NO. 4 - REPORr: &rATUS OF WHITEMAN NEGOl'IATIONS At the December 17th Agency meeting, action was taken to initiate eminent domain against Mrs, Whiteman and at the same time to urge the owner and proposed tenant to work with staff in coming forth with a resolution of an owner participation agreement. TED GURNEE PACIFIC COAŒ WELDIOO MACHINE, INC, P.O. Box 1355 National City, CA 92050 Mr. Gurnee distributed copies of a proposal for a capital enhancement plan. He noted that the figures in the proposal were suggested by his CPA firm. He reiterated that he did not expect any comments from the Agency based on what was distributed tonight. He did, however, state that he will meet with Agency staff to discuss this proposal. MOTION TO REFER LETTER TO &rAFF MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to refer the letter to staff for a report back as soon as possible. ITEM NO, 5 - REPORr: &rATUS OF CAPPOS-AGENCY NEGOl'IATIONS On December 3, 1981, a proposal for the development of a 10,000 square foot building housing a reverse osmosis test facility was presented by Fluid Systems, Inc. Staff was directed to work with Mr. Cappos, owner of the property to further explore the issue. JAMES CAPPOS RAYNE WATER CONDITIONIOO OF SOUTH BAY 965 "F" Street Chula vista, CA 92010 Mr. Cappos informed the Agency that, due to the holidays, the Fluid systems organization has been shut down for awhile. Following their shut down he will contact them and report back to the Agency with further information. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORr MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to accept the report. ITEM NO. 6 - REPORT: &rATUS OF JOENEAL STREET PROPERrY Al though the Ramada Inn franchise is still a possibility for Mr. Joeneal Street's property, the owner has made tentative arrangements to sell the property and adjoining 3.3 acre sublease to a major san Diego developer. staff continues to work closely with Mr, Street and the developer. Within the next several months, staff will provide the Agency with an opportunity to review a tentative concept plan for the development of the entire 8 acres of this location. 1/7/82 --------- --- Redevelopment Agency Meeting -6- January 7,1982 MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT MSUC (Scott/Campbell) to accept the report. Mr, Desrochers asked for Agency clarification and assurance that, by their acceptance of this report, they adhere to their previous position that a fast-food restaurant operation is not acceptable for this site. Members concurred with the director's remarks. ITEM NO.7 - REPORT: SANTA FE INTERESTS Santa Fe Land Improvement Company is interested in working with the City towards the implementation of a plan mutually acceptable to the Coastal Commission, the City and santa Fe. with this in mind, they have been negotiating with a major California developer for joint venture to develop the project as well as the plan. Chairman Cox discussed the meeting held this afternoon with Mr. O'Gara and other representatives of the santa Fe Railroad, Santa Fe Land Improvement Co., City officials and staff. Member scott, who was in attendance at this meeting, felt that it was a preliminary meeting that went extremely well, He hoped that this meeting would open up lines of communications with all parties involved. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORr MSUC (Scott/Gillow) to accept the report. ITEM NO. 8 - REPORT: PRŒRESS ON THE EXPANSION OF THE CHULA VI&rA SHŒPIN3 CENTER Carter Hawley Hale and Sears Roebuck are actively involved in the development plans for the expansion of the Chula vista shopping center, Representatives of both organizations are working diligently towards the resolution of their differences with the mutual goal of expanding the center. In response to Member McCandliss's concern, Chairman Cox clarified that Walker Scott is very interested in participating in discussions; however, current negotiations are between Carter Hawley Hale and Sears. Mr, Jerry Lipp of Carter Hawley Hale indicates that he hopes to have a pro forma on the revised site plan subnitted by Sears by the middle of January. A report to the Agency should follow in February. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORr MSUC (Cox/Campbell) to accept the report. 1/7/82 ----- - ---- Redevelopment Agency Meeting -7- January 7,1982 ITEM NO.9 - REPORT: PROGRESS OF PUBLIC RELATIONS ACTIVITIES In accordance with their contract, NUffer/Smith has completed an attitude survey of local civic leaders and established a task force of business and government leaders to review findings of the survey and to develop goals and an action plan. The task force met on October 23, and November 18. The final meeting was scheduled for January 6. After this final meeting, a report, including a public relations strategy , will be prepared for presentation to the Agency on January 21. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORr MSUC (Scott/Campbell) to accept the report. MEMBERS I cœMENTS Member McCandliss requested an update on the parkwoods sales. In response, Mr. Desrochers indicated that 42 sales have been consummated. Member Scott requested information on Crystal T'S. Redevelopment Coordinator zegler stated that C.W. Clark and Atlas Hotels should close the deal in a few weeks, Both entities have had trouble keeping in touch due to the holidays. In response to Chairman Cox I s question, the community Development Director stated that a tentative opening date for El Torito has been set for January 20. Special Counsel Reed gave a brief update on the Coastal Commission litigation. He noted that santa Fe has filed an amicus curiae brief. Copies of the brief are available tonight for Agency members. Mr. Reed commented that we should know by January 20 whether or not the Court of APpeal will issue a writ compelling the Supreme Court to reverse their previous decision. ADJOURNMENT at 8:23 p.m. to the special meeting on TUesday, January 12, 1982 following the regular City Council meeting, and to the mid-month meeting of Thursday, January 21,1982. WPC OOOlH 1/7/82 --~--------- --------------