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MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Thursday, October 17, 1985 Council Conference Room
4:10 p.m. City Hall
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Cox; Members Scott, McCandliss, Malcolm (arrived
late) and Moore
MEMBERS ABSENT None
STAFF PRESENT Executive Director Goss, Asst. Agency Attorney Gill, Community
Development Director Desrochers, Redevelopment Coordinator
Kassman, Sr. Community Development Specialist Buchan
ITEM NO. 1 - REPORT: SUBMISSION OF VOGUE THEATRE FEASIBILITY STUDY (CONTINUED)
Community Development Director Desrochers noted the item had been held over so the
report could be more thoroughly studied.
Chairman Cox asked if staff knew what the additional cost of the feasibility study
would be and what the study would encompass.
Redevelopment Coordinator Kassman replied there is presently a proposal for $15,000;
however, a lot of the work could be done in-house, and the cost might range between
$8,000 to $12,000. The study would be to establish the proposed usage and what could
be assumed in terms of users and audience. Potential revenues could be estimated
along with the amount of funding available from outside sources, both public and
private.
Member Moore said that being advised of users and audience was the key point at this
time . He stated he would like to know of potential users and their success record
in being economically self-supporting and in attracting an audience. He wasn't
sure, however, he would be willing to invest $15,000 to find out. He added that it
seemed staff had more than enough to do already without additional workload.
Member Scott suggested that what we want to know at this time (1) is there support
in the community, and (2) is there a group that could handle the operation.
Member McCandliss related that she would like to see a commitment to move forward
and have a scope of work come back to the Agency for decision making. She further
said that the ad hoc committee, of which she is a member, would contact such
entities as Globe Theatre, S~mphony, and Lamb's Players for a list of subscribers
from the South Bay.
Member Moore expressed reservations in duplicating what San Diego and National City
have and what EastLake plans to have. He thought sufficient audience might not
exist for another theatre. He emphasized that costs associated with future operation
and maintenance are problems not to be ignored.
In answer to questions from Chairman Cox and Member Moore regarding an RFP, Mr.
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Desrochers said staff had made an inquiry as to the approximate cost of a feasi-
bility study and had received an answer in proposal form. At the appropriate time
formal proposals can be requested.
Chairman Cox remarked that Chula Vista lacks little besides culturally-oriented
opportunities, and he applauded OnStage Production's efforts to remedy that
situation.
MS (Cox/Scott) to support giving direction to staff to prepare a Request
for Prcposal (RFP) and bring it back to Agency before it is released for
consideration.
Member Malcolm arrived at this time, 4:25 p.m.
Member Malcolm related the difficulties in raising money in this area for such a
worthy cause as the Boys'/Girls' Clubs. He felt fundraising for the arts would
make matters even worse for the Clubs. He cited money problems even in affluent
areas of the County as regards to cultural activities.
Chairman Cox called for a vote. The motion passed 3-2, with Members Moore and
Malcolm opposed.
MS (McCandliss/Cox) to invite Mr. Cusack and the people involved in the
EastLake Performing Arts to come to a Council Conference and present
the i r proposa 1 . Chairman Cox added he would like this at the same time
the feasibility study is considered.
Member Malcolm questioned the advisability of yet another item for a Council
Conference.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) that copies of EastLake's feasibility study be
made available in an Agency packet rather than calling a Council Conference;
EastLake's study to be reviewed at the same time as the City's.
Per request, Executive Director Goss agreed to furnish the Agency a list of the
number of items currently slated for future Council Conferences.
ITEM NO. 2 - REPORT: FISCAL IMPACT ANALYSIS OF PROPOSED THIRD AVENUE SHOPPING
CENTER
MSC (Cox/McCandliss) to accept the staff report; (3-2) with Members Scott
and Malcolm opposed.
ITEM NO. 3 - RESOLUTION NO. 638 APPROVING DESIGN, NEGATIVE DECLARATION,
FINANCING FOR RESIDENTIAL PARCEL 8
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to trail this item to the end of the meeting.
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ITEM NO. 4 - RESOLUTION NO. 634 AUTHORIZING THE LEE C. JOHNSON COMPANY TO APPRAISE
PROPERTY TO THE REAR OF 335 "H" STREET
Member Scott left at 4:36 p.m. due to a conflict of interest.
Community Development Director Desrochers said that the Lee C. Johnson Company had
prepared a report on the adjacent properties, and the results of that appraisal
should be discussed in closed session relative to possible legal action. As to the
Resolution in general, however, Mr. Desrochers said if there was any thought of
development in that area, those four parcels should be considered for acquisition
and assemb ly.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved, with Member Scott abstaining.
(A closed session was not held after this meeting.)
ITEM NO. 5 - REPORT: EXPANSION OF BOB'S BIG BOY RESTAURANT AT 598 "H" STREET
Member Scott returned at this time.
Senior Community Development Specialist Buchan narrated a brief visual presenta-
tion showing minor modifications involving parking, setbacks and landscaping the
Agency was concerned about in the September 19 meeting.
MS (Cox/McCandliss) to accept staff's recommendations.
Member Scott expressed his continuing concern about possible blinding glare to
motorists approaching from the west and wanted this so noted.
Victor Newlove, architect for Bob's Big Boy, gave a visual presentation pointing
out on floor and site plans what the restaurant's proposed expansion involved.
Doug Warren, Bob's Director of Property Development, assured members that the
window glass would be double-paned and tinted with an as-needed miniblind
treatment.
In answer to a query, Ms. Buchan said Design Review had seen the revised drawings
requested in an earlier DRC meeting. They now recommended approval of the
project subject to Conditions of Approval outlined in the report.
Mr. Warren stated they will also change the location of airconditioning, which
is not contained in the report but has been requested. The airconditioning
unit will be moved from the parking lot to a utility room and to a screened roof
area.
Mr. Desrochers advised that due to seats taken out for a salad bar, the net effect
of the greenhouse expansion is only 38 added seats.
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Member Malcolm commented that any proposed signs should meet current sign code
requirements.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
MSUC (I~lcolm/Scott) to accept staff's recommendations on condition that
staff (1) look into and approve the glass in regards to the glare factor,
and (2) assure signing is in accordance with existing sign codes.
It was clarified that "Bob's statue" was not meant to be part of the motion
reference signage.
Architect Newlove said he would have to discuss the matter of signs with his
management.
ITEM NO. 6 - RESOLUTION NO. 635 ENTERING INTO AN OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
WITH CONSOLIDATED FREIGHTWAYS CORPORATION OF DELAWARE
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
ITEM NO. 7 - RESOLUTION NO. 637 ENTERING INTO AN OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
WITH OTAY VALLEY INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
OTAY VALLEY INDUSTRIAL PARK
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent. (No vote was ta.ken at this tine.)
Member Malcolm complimented the organization for the excellent job they had done
in the Bayfront.
Member Scott asked for an explanation of the 24-inch corrugated metal pipe to
serve as sunscreens over the "storefronts."
Mr. McDonald, representing the developers, described the metal pipe as a design
. tool. A sample section in the Community Development Department was then requested
to be obtai.ned and presented for viewing.
In the interim, Member McCandliss brought up the subject of sufficient parking in
industrial developments when future usage is unknown. This was not an issue in
this case, but could be if similar space requirements were not adhered to she said.
For th.e sake of expediency, this item was trailed.
ITEM NO. 8 - REPORT: BAYFRONT COASTAL CONSERVANCY MARSH ENHANCEMENT AND
BASELINE STUDIES
MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to accept the report.
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ITEM NO. 9 - RESOLUTION NO. 636 APPROVING SAN DIEGO BAY BIKEWAY ROUTE SIGNING
City Engineer Lippitt showed the proposed bikeway route sign in poster form.
Gordon Shields, Chairman of SANDAG Bicycle Facility Committee, pointed out that
the bicycle would be larger and more prominently placed than in the depiction.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER McCANDLISS, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
Chairman Cox told of a recent meeting he, City Engineer Lippitt, and Community
Development Director Desrochers had with Bill Dotson, Regional Director of CalTrans,
concerning the South Bay bike route. Also, a few months ago Member Moore and he
had met with representatives of Western Salt, Imperial Beach, CalTrans and MTDB.
Chairman Cox reported that progress is being made relative to the realignment of
the bike route in the South Bay.
ITEM NO.7 - RESOLUTION NO. 637 ENTERING INTO AN OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
WITH OTAY VALLEY INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
OTAY VALLEY INDUSTRIAL PARK
The aforementioned section of pipe was displayed for members' benefit.
In response to Member Scott's question regarding staff's thoughts on the pipe, Mr.
Desrochers said he would go along with Design Review's position that it was not
an issue.
Mr. McDonald answered a few more queries regarding installation and painting of
the corrugated pipe.
Chairman Cox called for a vote on the previously offered Resolution. It was
passed and approved unanimously.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: None
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT: None
MEMBERS' COMMENTS:
Member Malcolm reported that building permits are still being issued ignoring the
new State law mandating certain handicapped facilities for apartments. Executive
Director Goss indicated this had been sent out to staff but a response had not
yet been received.
Chairman Cox requested that City Council receive a report on the matter at the
October 22 Council meeting.
Member Moore discussed the problem of redevelopment plans as they relate to
fencing in the Otay Valley Road area. He said external and internal security
should not be sacrificed for the sake of aesthetics. He maintained something
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should be done to remedy the situation as regards to Mr. Hey's request.
MSUC (Moore/Cox) to direct staff to come back to the Agency with a
report on the problems of security in that area (Otay Valley Road).
ITEM NO. 3 - RESOLUTION NO. 638 APPROVING DESIGN, NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FINANCING
FOR RESIDENTIAL PARCEL 8
Senior Community Development Specialist Buchan showed an architect's rendering of
the proposed 94-unit apartment complex. The plan shows the apartment project's
placement relative to the existing parking structure at The Village. An
encroachment on parking structure landscaping has been requested and if granted,
all of the maintenance of landscaping now part of the parking structure will
revert to Lot 8.
Member Scott questioned the validity of the overall 25 percent allocation for
small cars, considering it unrealistic and impractical. Mr. Zogob agreÐd it was
difficult to designate spaces equitably.
Member Malcolm said since the Agency is a lender in the project, he was concerned
about the dollar value. He found it interesting that the bond amount of $4.6
million was up from the original $4.1 million because of only two added units.
He also expressed reservations about the legality of the note drawn up and
whether or not the Agency would be exempt from usury 1 aws.
Michael Cowett, the developer's attorney, said he had not looked into the usury
question but that the remainder of the note was standard form.
Assistant Community Development Director Gustafson referred to an Addendum to the
EIR on this project that he had passed out. He said the School District raised
a concern about the fact there was no articulated condition regarding the payment
of school fees and the mitigation of impact on the schools in this project. The
Resolution now has 14 listed Conditions of Appro\'al in Exhibit A; this matter
would be addressed in a 15th Condition.
Chairman Cox commented that from a practical standpoint tnis had been done all
along, it just hadn't been stated in the same manner.
Member Scott asked if such a requirement was being applied to every project in
the County. Assistant Agency Attorney Gill advised it was to the best of his
knowledge.
In response to Chairman Cox's inquiry if he had a problem with the addition
(Condition 15) being formalized, Attorney Cowett said he did because it was a
wide-open condition saying they would pay a vague, undetermined amount of school
fees. (:~·1r. Cowett submitted a Letter of Protest for the record.)
Member Malcolm requested Counsel's advice on how to bring things together for a
vote, and Attorney Gill offered suggestions.
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Member Scott stated he wanted to include something to ensure the landscaping at
the parking structure, relative to the Lot 8 encroachment, being maintained.
MSUC (Malcolm/Cox) to amend the Resolution as follows:
1) Add Condition No. 15 to Exhibit A to the Resolution.
2) Add clause relating to review by the Agency of the Addendum issued on
October 14, 1985.
3) That prior to the execution of the Resolution by the Chairman of the
Agency, the attached promissory note be brought back to Agency Attorney
with an opinion as to usury laws.
4) That the attached Cooperative Agreement have a clause added that within
two years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, the developer
be required to submit and maintain a condo map on his property.
Failure to do so would cause note acceleration.
5) That the attached Cooperative Agreement have a clause added that if
landscaping of the parking structure is not maintained properly, the
City could take remedial steps.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and adopted as amended, with Member Scott opposed.
Chairman Cox announced that 74 years ago today, Chula Vista became an incorporated
city. Next year, the 75th Anniversary, is earmarked for the Nature Center's
opening, he reminded.
ADJOURNED at 5:51 p.m. to the workshop meeting Thursday, October 24, 1985, at
4:00 p.m., and to the regular meeting on November 7,1985, at 7:00 p.m.
L
ers, Executive Secretary
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