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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1977/05/05 MEETING OF THE REDEVELDPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday May 5, 1977 A regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista, California was held on the above date beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Hyde, Members Egdahl, Hobel, Cox MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Executive Director Cole, Special Counsel Reed, Community Development Director Desrochers, Community Development Coordinator Boyd, Administrative Analyst Cebula l. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Member Hobel, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of April 14, 1977 be approved, copies having been sent to each member. PRESENTATION BY COUNTY Director Desrochers introdued Mr. Rick Mangrum and CONSULTANTS ON SOUTH BAY Mr. Tom Tucker of Tucker-Sadler, Associates. They are REGIONAL CENTER the architects for the South County Regional Center and were present to update the Agency on the design of the center. Slide and Model Presentation Mr. Mangrum gave a slide presentation of the 11 acre site. Features pointed out were the court facility, a three level structure containing the courts, offices, and a detention center; the health, welfare and substance abuse facility in the southern portion of the site and the District Attorney's building. He noted the fact that all structures were built with an energy conscious design,utilizing solar paneling. Parking will be provided on the western portion of the site with split levels, light wells and landscaping. Plaza areas will be included between buildings. Agency discussion was held with concern expressed about the superior courts, traffic circulation and financing. Mr. Mangrum responded that the engineering consultants, Project Design Consultants, are working with the Public Works Department. They have agreed upon turn lanes, egress and ingress into the center and pedestrian access. In response to the question of the superior courts moving onto the site, Mr. Mangrum stated that the District Attorney would then move into its new building. Member Hobel questioned what was being done about the intersection at H and Fourth Avenue. Executive Director Cole responded that the intersection will be developed along with the center with left turn signalization. 5/5/77 -1- 2. RESOLUTION NO. 79 At the direction of the Agency, the subject policies ADOPTING POLICY FOR were presented to the Project Area Committee for REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION recommendation. At their meeting of April 27, 1977, AND RELOCATION the policies were discussed and approved with a stipu- lation regarding the time limit an owner would be given after an offer is made. Special Counsel has been contacted and suggests that the guidelines as written are most adequate. The control date of value is established at the time the complaint is served. Member Hobel questioned what the timetable was relative to how long negotiations would continue and whether the payments were stated as per household. Di rector Desrochers responded that depending on whether they were in the middle or near the end of acquiring the necessary land; should the property be required for development, Procedure No 8 "A condemnation process shall not be used as a coercive tactic but only when negotiations have been deadlocked or to ensure that the project construction may proceed on schedule to meet the restraint imposed by fundi ng sources" woul d be util i zed. Resolution Offered Offered by Member Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Egdahl, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None 3. STATUS REPORT In a written report, staff reported that plans for the COLLINS NEGOTIATIONS Collins Development are progressing; however, the physical layout has not been settled due to the fact that an actual commitment from the majors has not been accomplished. According to the developer, it looks like such an agreement could be finalized at anytime. The developers are reluctant to confer with property owners until final arrangements have been made with the majors. A meeting of property owners has been held to inform owners of progress, obtain feedback and ideas and to discuss owner participation parameters. Director Desrochers added that 12 property owners were at the meeting. In the discussion on owner participation, they questioned if they would have to comply with the hours and the parking of the new center. Director Desrochers stated he had informed them yes should they decide to participate. Member Hobel asked if Collins had been present at the meeting and if not, could the Agency stipulate they attend. Special Counsel Reed responded that yes they could as part of a condition of the original agreement. Motion made It was moved by Member Hobel, seconded by Member Hyde that the report be accepted and staff be directed to contact Collins and request their presence at future meetings with owners. 5/5/77 -2- 4a. RESOLUTION NO. 80 Chula Vista Federal Savings & Loan has proposed to CERTIFYING NEGATIVE construct an 8,400 sq. ft. office building at 352 DECLARATION FOR IS-72-32 H Street. The plans have been reviewed by staff and CHULA VISTA FEDERAL SAVINGS approved. They were not presented to the Design AND LOAN Review Board since prior approval was given before it was in existence. It should be noted that the b. RESOLUTION NO. 81 owners/developers have agreed to the 1% fine art APPROVING OWNER requirement for major proposals. The Design Review PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT Committee will be provided an information update. WITH CHULA VISTA FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN Chairman Hyde asked whether the resolution certifying the negative declaration could not be incorporated into the owner participation resolution. Staff responded that they would attempt to do so in the future. Offered by Member Cox offered both Resolutions No. 80 and 81. The reading of the texts was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Cox, Hyde, Egdahl, Hobel Noes: None Absent: None s. DESIGN REVIEW In a written report, staff reported that seven minor COMMITTEE REPORT proposals had been reviewed by the Board. Five were approved and the other two proposals approved with conditions. Those proposals requesting new signs has prompted a revision in the Board~ participating in the sign review process. The revision allows staff non-discretionary review of signs for other than new buildings. Motion made It was moved by Member Egdahl, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to accept the report. 6. PARKING NEEDS - Director Desrochers explained that the Project Area PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE Committee voted at their meeting of May 5, 1977 to urge the Agency to acquire more property for parking in the downtown area. Vivian Dennie Ms. Dennie, Project Area Committee representative, Third Avenue News stated that one of the major problems with all new buildings in the area was parking. The Committee urges the Agency to support the Parking District in acquiring more land for parking. Member Cox commented on the recently opened lot on Del Mar. Executive Director Cole stated that it was an interim lot with permit parking. 5/5/77 -~ Motion made It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Egdahl and unanimously carried to accept the report and directed staff to report back at the next meeting on methods of financing. Executive Director Cole remarked that everyone agrees more parking is needed; however, the acquisition of another site on Church does not seem to be justified. This site is at the very edge of the district and there has not been a good enough case presented to merit its justification. Chairman Hyde suggested that staff discuss it and report back. 7. LAWLESS DETROIT DIESEL The Lawless Detroit Diesel Company was required to REIMBURSEMENT FOR PUBLIC guarantee improvements to both Bay Boulevard and G IMPROVEMENTS Street as part of their Owner Participation Agreement. The street, sidewalk and drainage work was estimated at approximately $20,000 while to date, over $30,000 has been expended. It is staff's recommendation that the Agency share the expenses over the iiliti al estimated cost as a show of good faith. Member Hobel questioned the additional cost where the City requfred more work. Director Desrochers explained that more base material and additional street work was required during the construction. Executive Director Cole indicated that in the Baytront area, the Agency is in a partner- ship to develop this area. They must entice development and the developers must accept the requirements as stipulated by the City. The additional cost has been an unforeseen event and as in a partnership, should be shared. Director Desrochers added that is is likely that the Agency will consider public improvements along all of Bay Boulevard in the near future. Moti on made It was moved by Member HObel, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to accept staff's report and its recommendation that upon submittal by Lawless Detroit Diesel of varified expense vouchers for offsite improvements, the Agency share 50% of the cost over $20,000. 8. COASTAL COMMISSION Director Desrochers reported that the revised Statewide UPDATE Guidelines will be considered by the Coastal Commission on May 3, 1977. Agency discussion continued relative to adjusting the Bayfront Plan to the new guidelines, the housing requirements and other uses. Di rector Desrochers commented that the Bayfront Plan would require more public access. Also of concern to the Commission is the protection of the marshes, the use of Gunpowder Point and the crossing of the Sweetwater Marsh. 20% of low to moderate income housing may be required but can be scattered throughout the residential portion. Other uses considered by the Commission would be more recreational-oriented uses and a recreational vehicle 5/5/77 -4- campground. Members of the Agency expressed their concern that a campground would not be suitable for the Bayfront area as proposed. Motion made It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to accept the report. 9. D STREET FILL As the Agency is aware, the State of California has ALTERNATE USE been informed that a portion of the Bayfront Project (D Street Fill) is available for certain industry. While inquiries have been made, staff has not yet been informed as to the status of this communication. Staff is attempting to keep abreast of this matter and will report any new development with this regards. Motion made It was moved by Member Hobel, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to accept the report. 10. LEGAL COUNSEL REPORT On April 29, 1977, Superior Court Judge Eli Levenson LITIGATION heard arguments relative to the Santa Fe lawsuit against the City. The Judge took the case under advisement and reported that he would have a decision within a relatively short time. Special Counsel Reed reported he had nothing further to add. Motion made It was moved by Member Egdahl, seconded by Member Hobel and unanimously carried to accept the report. AGENCY COMMENTS Member Cox and Chairman Hyde questioned the activity of the old Third Avenue News and old Imperial Savings & Loan. Director Desrochers replied that the old Imperial Savings & Loan is in the process of obtaining several retail establishments from the Third and H Street site. As for the Third Avenue News building, staff has not been informed as to the status of this þroperty. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for June 2, 1977 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. ~ 5/5/77 -5-