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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Thursday - 7:00 p.m. November 1, 1979
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, Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California with the following:
r1EMBERS PRESENT Chairman Hyde; Members McCandliss, Scott, Gillow,
Cox (arrived 7:04 p.m.)
Members Absen t None
STAFF PRESENT Community Development Director Desrochers, Special
Counsel Reed, Development Services Administrator
Robens, Director of Parks & Recreation Hall, Acting
Community Development Coordinator Sanseverino
ALSO PRESENT Ron Pekarek, Roscoe Keagy, Donald Stansell
ITEM NO. 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried by
those present to approve the minutes of October 4 and 16, 1979 as mailed.
ITEM NO. 2 - REPORT: LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM DETERMINATION
Staff, upon Agency direction, has contacted several entities with regard to the
State Coastal Commission's action of September 18, 1979. Specific inquiries
were made to the State Coastal Commission, Coastal Conservancy and Pacific Legal
Foundation (PLF).
Community Development Director Desrochers reported that he has been in contact
with the PLF; it appears that they may be interested in assisting us in action
against the Coastal Commission. City staff has contacted the State Coastal Com-
mission staff requesting them to supply us with the official action of the
September 18 meeting so as to provide a basis for determination of our next course
of action.
Chairman Hyde suggested the director draft a telegram to the chairman of the
State Commission expressing our concerns that we have not received the material
and that the City is trying to devise a course of action and cannot proceed until
the official action is received.
Member Scott recommended the telegram be backed up by registered letter.
Special Counsel Reed informed the Agency that there is a 60-day statute of limi-
tations period in which to challenge the Commission's decision. He emphasized
the importance of obtaining the transcript of the September 18 hearing in order
to file a meaningful lawsuit.
The Agency addressed the possibility of further discussion and action on this
item at an adjourned regular meeting on November 6, 1979.
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MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried
to accept the report.
ITEM NO. 3 - REPORT: WHITEMAN PROPERTY (SHANGRI-LA)
The owner of this property at the foot of F Street (Ms. Whiteman) has requested
a five year extension of our owner participation agreement. This request is made
in light of the recent LCP decision and because RISI Industries (whose main
offices are at Bay Boulevard and F Street) wishes to use the property and to make
improvements.
Mr. Desrochers stated that a requirement of the Coastal Act is that all LCP's be
completed by June 30, 1981.
Discussion ensued regarding the five year extension. Comments included a compro-
mise three year lease and addition of a 90-day order to cease clause.
MOTION TO CONTINUE ITEM
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member McCandliss and unanimously
carried to continue this item to the next Agency meeting, and refer staff back to
the property owner to discuss the possibility of a three year lease.
ITEM NO. 4 - STATUS: a. RAMADA INN
b. ORANGE DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENT COMPANY
c. SANTA FE - BAY BOULEVARD AND J STREET
a. RAMADA INN
With Regional Commission approval, the owners are developing their plans for site
grading and Planning Commission review. An encroachment permit for the use of
Bay Boulevard is being prepared for Council consideration per our owner partici-
pation agreement.
b. ORANGE DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENT COMPANY
November 8th is the date set to close escrow on the property. However, it does
not appear in the Agency's best interest to close until a revised schedule of
performance can be ascertained.
Community Development Director Desrochers informed the Agency that the Community
Development Department received a letter from the developer that requests a 30
to 45 day extension on the agreed upon closing date. The developer asks for this
extension in order to complete the necessary joint venture documentation.
The di rector recommended the Agency take forma 1 acti on at the December meeti ng and
agree to the letter request after consideration of the schedule of performance.
Discussion followed regarding the $25,000 non-refundable deposit made by the
developer and the revisionary clauses in the DDA.
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MOTION TO GRANT EXTENSION
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to
grant the developer's request for an extension (on the closing date) but indicate
if it is necessary to seek further delay, adjustment of the purchase price would
be undertaken.
c. SANTA FE - BAY BOULEVARD AND J STREET
The Chicago office of Santa Fe has delayed the processing of an agreement with
Equity Directions regarding the development of 17 acres of land at Bay Boulevard
and J Street. When agreement is reached with the railroad, concept plans will
be fully discussed and Agency agreements will be prepared.
MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT (a, b, c)
It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to
accept the report.
ITEM NO.5 - TOWN CENTRE II STATUS
Finalized plans for remodeling of the Chula Vista Shopping Center will be pro-
vided for the December 12 Design Review Board meeting. Also, it appears that the
two major tenants are reluctant to pursue the inclusion of Walker Scott in the
center at this time.
Chairman Hyde commented that he and staff talked with Mr. Borst (Walker Scott)
and he has been asked to prepare a parking analysis for Carter Hawley Hale's
revi ew.
Members discussed the importance of City officials' attendance at meeting in-
volving the center.
MOTION TO APPOINT DELEGATION
It was moved by Member McCandliss and seconded by Member Scott that the Agency
appoint a delegation, a committee of two, to keep lines of communication open and
to make the wishes of the Agency known.
Discussion ensued concerning the formation of a Mayor's ad-hoc committee--Member
McCandliss advised that the Agency should be kept apprised of Carter Hawley Hale's
strategy if they are trying to entice another major tenant.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION OFFERED
Member McCandliss offered a substitute motion to appoint a Mayor's ad-hoc committee
to remain informed (of the center's progress) and to express the interests of the
Agency in bringing another department store to the City - doing whatever is necessary
in carrying out those objectives.
The second agreed to the substitute motion and it passed unanimously.
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ITEM NO. 6 - STATUS REPORT: MAINTENANCE & OPERATION DISTRICT
For the past month, staff has been researching methods of providing and financing
the maintenance and operation of improvements on Third Avenue. The 60-day land-
scape maintenance period included in the contractor's agreement will be activated
upon the acceptance of the street improvement project.
Member McCandliss questioned option #1 relative to consultant services to assist
in the establishment of an assessment district.
MOTION TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried
that the Agency appropriate $15,000 on a loan basis to be paid back by whatever
financing method staff comes up with, and any problems would be brought back to
the Agency.
Further discussion followed regarding a Request for Proposal (RFP). The di rector
explained that the RFP would be sent out in January and based on tonight's dis-
cussion, a contract would be prepared. He indicated that the previous motion may
be premature.
Acting Community Development Coordinator Sanseverino explained if the six-month
contract is pursued, a decision as to what option to follow would be made at that
time.
MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT
It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to
accept the report.
ITEM NO. 7 - FOCUS AREA DEVELOPMENT - TOWN CENTRE CONSTRUCTION UDAG
RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LDC
REVENUE BOND SALE MEMORIAL PARK
TOWN CENTRE CONSTRUCTION
The first condominium units of Centre City Associates will be ready in nine months
as scheduled. The 15 units of Town Centre Town Homes is also proceeding on sched-
ule, those to be completed in April, 1980.
RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE BOND SALE
Bond consultants, Miller & Schroeder, have issued a preliminary official statement
and expect to sell the bonds in November.
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Community Development Director Desrochers requested that this item be continued
to a special Agency meeting on November 6. At that time, bond counsel will be
available. He expressed concern with the poor bond market conditions and the
impending Ullman bill - HR3712.
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Special Counsel Reed expressed concern with the usury situation and suggested the
Agency request a supplemental opinion from bond counsel in this regard.
MOTION TO REQUEST SUPPLEMENTAL OPINION FROM BOND COUNSEL
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried
that staff be directed to request a supplemental opinion from bond counsel as-
suring us that the transaction will not result in usurious loans.
UDAG
Staff and the Mayor met with HUD officials in Washington, DC on October 16. At
that meeting, a compromise was reached as to HUD's position on the preleasing
requi rement. Subsequently, the developer indicates that he will attempt to
comply with HUD's requirement.
Mr. Desrochers stated the bank is to inform staff if they can lower their 85%
preleasing requirement. The director felt that Mr. Zogob should start a lease
marketing program for his project; however, this does not appear likely.
Chairman Hyde asked that Mr. Zogob be in attendance at Tuesday night's Agency
meeting to give an update on his accomplishments.
MOTION FOR MEETING WITH PARTIES INVOLVED.
It was moved by Member Cox to direct staff to arrange a meeting with the Mayor,
the lending institution, and the developer prior to Tuesday night's Council
meeting to see if there is anything the City can do to keep this moving along.
Community Development Director Desrochers informed Member Cox that such a meeting
has taken place.
MOTION DIES
The motion died for lack of second.
MEMORIAL PARK
Staff is scheduled to meet with the landscape architect to view the final plans
and development costs of this project. The Design Review Board approved these
plans as well as renovation of the Taco Express building.
RON PEKAREK
PEKAREK GROUP
Mr. Pekarek told the Agency that he has been through the design review process.
His firm has been charged with the task of master planning all the improvements
in Memorial Park.
Mr. Pekarek described the specifics of the project in detail. A prel iminary
master plan of Memorial Park was displayed for review.
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In response to Chairman Hyde's question, Mr. Pekarek described the advantages of
using stamped concrete in this project.
MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT
It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to
accept the report,
ITEM NO. 8 - RESOLUTION NO. 212 - ENTERING INTO AN OWNER PARTICIPATION
AGREEMENT WITH WINDMILL FARMS
Plans for remodeling and relandscaping of the former Safeway site at 435 Third
Avenue have been submitted to the Design Review Board. Interior remodeling plans
are currently being processed by appropriate City departments although the project
won't be presented to the Design Review Board until November 14, 1979.
Concept plans were available for Agency viewing.
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, Cox, Hyde, McCandliss
Noes: None
Absent: None
ITEM NO. 9 - RESOLUTION NO. 213 - AUTHORIZING THE MAKING OF PROPERTY ACQUISITION
OFFERS TO OWNERS OF REAL PROPERTY WITHIN TOWN
CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT AREAS
Security Land & Right of Way Service has been obtained to provide negotiator
services with regard to acquisition. In addition, updated appraisals on the 14
remaining properties have been provided by Lee Johnson. Executive session is
requested by legal counsel to discuss the acquisition program prior to consider-
ation of this resolution.
MEETItlG RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried
to recess to executive session for litigation purposes.
The meeting was recessed at 8:40 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
RESOLUTION OFFERED (RESOLUTION NO. 213)
Offered by Member Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent,
passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
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AYES: Members Scott, Gillow, Cox, Hyde, McCandliss
Noes: None
Absent: None
MEMBERS' COMMENTS
In response to Member Cox's concern regarding installation of light standards,
Development Services Administrator Robens explained that only one-half of the
order has been received. The entire installation should be completed by mid-
Decembe r .
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 p.m. to the adjourned regular meeting of
Tuesday, November 6, 1979.
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