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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1978/05/16 MINUTES OF A SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Tuesday - 8:18 p.m. May 16, 1978 A special meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was held beginning at 8:18 p.m. on the above date immediately following the regular City Council meeting in the Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Hyde, Members Hobel, Cox, Scott Members Absent: Member Egdahl STAFF PRESENT: Executive Director Cole, Community Development Director Desrochers ITEM NO. 1 - RESOLUTION NO. 119 - AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE WITH ORANGE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY FOR DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS IN A PORTION OF THE BAYFRONT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Community Development Director Desrochers explainÅ’d that the developer is proposing to develop a 120-unit motel complex with a restaurant estimated at 7,000 square feet. Since Coastal Commission, Planning Commission Environmental and Agency reviews are required, the developer cannot purchase the property; therefore, the Agency, by this agreement, will purchase the property at the appraised values by June 13, 1978. In addition, the Agency will institute eminent domain proceedings on the fourth owner, if necessary, to take possession of the property within 180 days by an immediate possession order. In answer to Member Scott's query, Mr. Desrochers gave the back- ground information on the Orange Development Company. He pointed out that No. 2 of the agreement states that "the developer agrees that it will within the first 60 day period of the agreement, use its best efforts to procure a tenant for the ...develop- ment. . . " Offered by Member Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Hobel, Cox, Scott, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Member Egdahl ITEM NO. 2 - RESOLUTION NO. 120 - AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES WITHIN THE BAYFRONT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT In order to proceed with the arrangements as noted in the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Orange Development Company, it is necessary to acquire, under threat of eminent domain, certain Bay Boulevard properties. Mr. Desrochers reported that it is not necessary, at this time, to institute condemnation as three of the four properties involved have agreed to a sale and staff will attempt to negotiate with the fourth owner. Offered by Member Cox, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Cox, Scott, Hyde, Hobel Noes: None Absent: Member Egdahl 5/16/78 -2- Special Redevelopment Meeting May 16, 1978 ITEM NO. 3 - STAFF REPORT: RECREATION AREA - BAYFRONT LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM Community Development Director Desrochers submitted a written report stating that the Sedway-Cooke Plan proposed a 35-acre executive golf course for the Bayfront. Through the years, with the Coastal legislation requirements, this golf course has been in jeopardy. Mr. Desrochers cited various alternate sites in his report con- cluding that the Expansion Reserve (17 acres) could be designated as a recreational center which would be suitable for a small golf course, tennis courts, health club and commercial recreational center. It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the staff's recommendation be adopted which is to designate the Expansion Reserve area of the plan as the recreation area in the Local Coastal Program. ITEM NO. 4 - STAFF REPORT: MASTER DEVELOPER TOWN CENTRE A detailed written report was submitted to the Council by Community Development Director Desrochers, outlining the background of the Town Centre Redevelopment Project which will complete its second year in August. The staff's recommendations were as follows: 1. Staff be directed to proceed with the preparation of a Disposition & Development Agreement with Mr. Zogob for the Focus Area. 2. Staff implement an expedient plan whereby businesses who have to move can take advantage of programs that will facilitate their relocation. 3. Continue to support the various redevelopment efforts that are now being implemented. 4. Direct staff to continue efforts to secure UDAG, SBA, Section 312 Rehabilitation loans and other programs that would expedite Third Avenue redevelopment for the balance of the project area. 5. Staff assist owners Isham and Bernes in the preparation of an Owner Participation Agreement that meets their criteria as well as that of the master developer's. It was moved by Member Hobel, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that the report be accepted. Meeting with HUD officials - Mr. Desrochers reported on the meeting held with HUD officials in Denver, Colorado on Monday, May 15, 1978. After reviewing the City's application, HUD indicated that they wanted an absolute commitment from the private sector's financial partner - that the institution will finance the project if they get the grant. Mr. Zogob, the developer, will provide these assurances. Chairman Hyde reported that the officials felt the project was an excellent one, and encouraged the City staff to get all the problems solved suggesting that the current application be withdrawn and a new one submitted in July. 5/16/78 -3- Special Redevelopment Meeting May 16, 1978 It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the City withdraw its request for an Urban Development Action Grant application at this time in preparation for resubmittal. It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Members Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the staff prepare a request withdrawing the City's UDAG request in preparation of submital of a new one at a later date. LA BELLA PIZZA REQUEST - Mr. Desrochers discussed the request of Mr. Joseph Raso relative to renovation of the existing La Bella Pizza restaurant on Third Avenue. He said the staff has no problem with the frontage on Third Avenue, but there may be a problem with the rear property line as fire requirements would require a solid walL A patio area was suggested for the back to provide for the open space required. Mr. Desrochers said he is meeting with staff of Public Works and Planning tommorrow to discuss the improvements and costs to the alley. After this meeting, the plans will go to the Design Review Committee. Mr. Raso discussed the problems associated with the conditions suggested by the Planning staff. It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman HYde~d-~mOUSlY carried by those present that a progress report be given at the;èounciL eting of May 23, 1978. Ch"_ Hyd, .dj'om,d ch, ''''''& "' &," p.../ ) \ \i / ... J ,,', // // /~/ / 5/16/78 ..._--~-- -----,-, -- --~-~.