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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1978/09/12 MINUIES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held T~sday- 7:00 p.m. .September 12, 1978 A regular meeting of theCityCouncil of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date begihning at 7=00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, City Ha!l, 276 Fourth Avenue. ROLLcALL ' Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Cox, Gillow, Scott Councilmen absent: Councilman:Egdahl , _ S~aff present: City Manager Cole, City,Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Asmus, Director of Public Works Robens, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Building and HoUsing Grady, Acting Directgr. of Finance Franken, Director of Parks & Recreation Hall, Chief of Police Wiuters, Fire Chief:Longerbone, Acting Director of Personnel Thorsen, City Librarian Simon, City Engineer Lippitt The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hyde followed-by a moment of silent prayer. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was.moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and'unanimouSly carried by those present that the miButes for ~he meetings of,;~ugust 31 and-September.St 1978 be approved, c~pies having been sent to each CounCilman. Councilman Cox abstained from voting on the minutes of August 3I since he was not pX~sent at this meeting. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY a. pROCLAMATION - Mayor Hyde proclaimed the week of September 1.7 thTough "NATIONAL LUPUS WEEK" 23, 1978 as r'National Lupus Week" in the City of Chula Vista. 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Robert Evans Mr. Evans asked that the last 300' feet of the equestrian 35S Surrey Drive trail bordering his home in the Rancho Robinhood and Boni~a Bonita Ponderosa Subdivision be re-routed to connect direCtly with the existing cul-de~sac of Corral Court in Rancho RobinheDd. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Cox, secondedby Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that this request be referred to staff to come back to Council in one or two weeks with a Tecommendation~ MrS. Alice Frank Mrs. Frank asked that the ~t~eet lights Which were turned !456 Aries Court off in her bloc~'due to cut-hacks in Proposition 13, be Chula Vista turned back on.. She. cited the safety factors to the residents and the need for more illumination. Mayor Hyde noted that the matter of street lights will be discussed later on in the agenda [item #22). 4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. CLAIM AGAINST Mr. Frederick Hotter, Box 4550, San Ysidro filed a claim THE CITYI in the amount of $1,000,000 claiming criminal proceedings which were i~stituted against him resulted'in "injury to reputation, loss of employment, loss of work time and loss in expenses regarding defense," City Council Meeting -2- September 12, 1978 Motion to refer to It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayo~ Hyde and insurance carrier unanimously carried by those present that the claim be referred to R. L. Kautz and Company for investigation and recommendation. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 5. PUBLIC HEARING - On August 9, 1978 the Planning Commission denied the ap- APPEAL BY WILLIAM J. plicant's request for a reduction in the minimum lot size VALVERDE OF PLANNING requirement in the R-1 zone from 7,000 square feet to S,S00 COMMISSION DENIAL OF square feet and a reduction in the minimum lot' frontage VARIANCE APPLICATION from 60 feet to 17.S feet for one lot and 10 feet for another lot in order to divide anexiSting 25,900 square foot parcel at 446 "J" Street into threelots. The applicant is appealing this decision. Request for continuance Mayor Hyde stated that the applicant has submitted a letter asking for a continuance of this hearing to September 26, 1978. Motion to grant It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and continuance unanimously carried by those present that the hearing be continued to the meeting of September 26, I978. 6. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde CONSIDERATION OF WAIVER opened the public hearing. OF UNDERGROUNDING REQUIRE- MENTS AT 1045-1095 BAY Director of Public Works Robens referred to his written BOULEVARD - INLAND report in which he stated that inland Industries; Inc. INDUSTRIES, INC. was issued a building permit to construct six warehouses at 1045 through 1095 Bay Boulevard at a valuation of $1,099,808. In accordance with the City Code, they are required to underground existing averhead distribution utilities which lie within and cross their property. Mr. Robens showed aplat of the lines in question: Line "B" - existing 12,000 volt distribution facility which crosses the property north of the San Diego Gas & ElectricConqDany's easement Line "A" - the 12,000 volt distribution line within the SDG&E'easement He remarked that the Municipal Code exempts the .under- grounding of the two 69,000 volt circuits because they are on the same poles as the 12,000 volt distribution circuits. Staff's recommendation It is the staff's recommendation that the Council deny the applicant's request to waive the requirement to underground the existing 12,000 volt distribution facility which crosses their property north of the SDG&E easement, and grant a deferral for the 12,000 volt distribution line within the SDG&E easement. In answer to the Council's queries, Mr. Robens stated that San Diego Gas & Electric Company have indicated that the 12 KV lines are no longer needed and they will remove those lines at no cost to the applicant. The cost of the under- grounding of the 12 KV lines (Line "B'D which is on the same pole as the 69 KV lines is estimated at $28,500. Thomas Fiorello Mr. Fiorello, attorney for the applicant, stated they oppose Procopio, Cory the staff recommendation to deny the deferral for Line "B"- Hargreaves and Sayitch that there is a hardship manifested by the cost - $28,500; 530 "B" Street and further, undergrounding this facility is not going to San Diego help the public or enhance the public welfare. The project could be served by an underground line adjacent to Bay Boulevard which would not have to connect with the 12,000 volt line (overheadon the property). City Council Meeting7 -3- September 12, 1978 Council discussion. Discussion followed regarding the fact that no poles will be removed - whether or not the undergrounding takes place. In answer to Councilman Cox's question, Mr. Fiorello stated his client is no longer seeking a waiver of the requirements- they are now requesting a deferral. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Motion to bring It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman back resolution Cox and unanimously carried by those present that both Line "A" and "B" be deferred and a resolution be brought hack implementing this action. 7. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde CONSIDERATION OF PRECISE opened the public hearing. PLAN BY TOWER STRUCTURES, INC. FOR STEEL FABRICATION Director of Planning Peterson submitted the precise plan SHOP AT 1869 NIRVANA AVENUE explaining that the applicant i~ proposing to coHstruct IN I-P ZONE an 8,800 square foot metal structure on the northerly portion of the site which will be used to accommodate an 800 square foot office area, a 4,000 square foot fabrica- ting shop and a 4,000 square foot crane runway. A future 30' x 60' office structure is proposed to the sough of the fabricating shop. Mr. P~terson added that applicant proposes to use the unr paved level area of the property for the storaEe of recre- ational vehicles - an interim use. He added that the staff is concerned with the landscaping as it now exists. As each individual lot develops, the staff is asking that a condition be placed upgrading the landscaping both on-site and off-site. Chapter 9 (Bankruptcy) In answer to Councilman Scott's question, Director Peterson commented that it was his understanding that the property is still in "Chapter 9". Ben Hopkins, President Mr. Hopkins stated that they own the property "in-fee." Tower Structures, Inc. He declared that the landscaping in front of this property, along with the irrigation system, is still intact' and he does not want the landscaping condition imposed. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Chapter 9 issue Councilman Scott remarked that at one time, the Chamber of Commerce asked the City to work on this development to help the developer get tenants - at that time, the property was in Chapter 9 (all tied up). M~yor Hyde asked the City Manager to find out the legal status of this entire property regarding the bankruptcy issue. 7a. RESOLUTION NO. 9264 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was APPROVING PRECISE PLAN waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and. OF TOWER STRUCTURES, INC. adopted by the following vote, to-wit: FOR STEEL FABRICATION SHOP AT 1869 NIRVANA AVENUE IN AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Hyde, Gillow THE I-P ZONE ~D CERTIFYING Noes: None THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Mee'ting -4- September 12, 1978 8. PUBLIC HEARING -, This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde ' CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE opened the public hearing. SUBDIVISION MAP PCS-79-4 FOR SKYVIEW CONDOMINIUMS Director of Planning Peterson referred to his written report AT 465 FOURTH AVENUE explaining that the developer is proposing to construct a 21-unit condominium complex at 467-469 Fourth Avenue in the R-3 zone. The project is exempt from environmental review as a class l(k) exemption. Mr. Peterson detailed the existing site characteristics and Code requirements stating that the staff concurs with the recommendation of approval of the Planning Commission with the added condition: "All requirements of anycondominium conversion ordinance in effect at the time the final map is before the Council shall be fulfilled, or such fulfillment secured to the satisfaction of the Council." The project does not conform to the preliminary standards of the condominium conversion as it relates to the required storage area and the separate utility meters. Mr. Peterson added that the staff now agrees that if the Homeowners Association is willing to take over that function, there would be no need for separatemetering. Further, the re- quirement for the 512 cubic feet of storage area is more than can be justified - the staff is now recommending an area of 4' x 8' x 8' Tom Davies Mr. Davies said he was speaking on behalf of the developers - 2550 Fifth Avenue South Bay Development. They do have separate meters for San Diego the utilities with the exception of hot water - this will be furnished by the Homeowners Association. In answer to the Council's questions, ~. Davies stated that the require- ment of the storage areas at this time would result in having them redosign and start all over with their plans. They are now ready to pick up their building permit. MOtion to add It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman Gillow condition of that a condition be added in the approyal of the tentative storage area map that a provision of at least 256 cubic feet of storage area be provided on-site for each unit. Discussion of motion DireCtor of Building & Housing Gradyexplained that, depending on where the developer would relocate the storage areas, it could well mean a redesigning of their entire building plans. Councilman Scott spoke against the motion stating that the developer's plans were too far down the line to impose this particular condition at this time. Motion withdrawn Mayor Hyde withdrew his motion; Councilman Gillow withdrew his second. Public hearing closed There'being no further comments, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. 8a. RESOLUTION NO. 9265 - Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was APPROVING THE TENTATIVE waived by unanimous consent of those present~ passed and MAp OF A SUBDIVISION TO adopted by the following vote, to-wit: BE KNOWN AS SKYVIEW CONDOMINIUMS AT 465 AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow, Scott FOURTH AVENUE Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 9. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE opened the public hearing. SUBDIVISION M~P PCS-79-2 FOR PARK WAY VILLAS, S75 PARK WAY City Council Meeting -5- September 12, 1978 Director of Planning Peterson submitted the tentative map explaining that the applicant proposes to convert an approved 10~unit apartment project into a one-lot condominium project. The building is under construction on a 15,050 square foot parcel located in the R-3 zone at 575 Park Way, The project is exempt from environmental review as a class l(k) exemption. Mr. Peterson added that the conversion requires the sub- divider to pay the difference 5etween the residential con- struction tax for apartments and condominiums which is $100 for each unit or a total of $1,000. Planning Commission On August 23, 1978 the Planning Commission recommended ap- recommendation proval in accordance with their Resolution PCS-79-2. The staff concurs and recommends the following conditions: "All requirements of any condominium conversion ordinance in effect at the time the final map is before the CQUncil shall be fulfilled or such fulfillment secured to the satisfaction of the Council." Mr. Peterson added that the conversion conforms to all the Building Code and Zoning Ordinance requirements for conver- sions with the exception of the separate meters and the provision for storage areas. Conflict of interest Councilman Cox, under the advice of the City Attorney, stated that he did own some property on "G" Street within 40 feet of this site up until July of this year. T. David Eyers Mr. Eyers said he was "framed-out" and to provide individual 3427 Bonita Woods Drive storage areas for each unit at this time would be very Bonita difficult to do. He added that he has covered parking, laundry facilities, and instead of individual water meters to each unit, he will have the HomeOwners Association take over this function (common hot water heater). As to why he opted for condominiums instead of apartments, Mr. Eyers' stated he would stand to gain approximately $100,000 more for the condominiums. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the public hearing was. declared closed. Council discussion Councilman Scott commented that this structure started out as apartments and the owner decided to convert to condo- miniums - it is similar to the La Bonita Apartment conver- sions, and if that complex will have to adhere to the new condominium conversion policy, then this one should also. In answer to Councilman Gillow's question, Mr. Peterson said he expected the developer to file the final map prior to the time the Council adopts the condominium conversion policy. Motion to add It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Hyde condition that the condition that all requirements of any condominium conversion ordinance in effect at the time the final map is before the Council shall be fulfi]ted or such fulfillment secured to the satisfaction of the Council. Motion carried The motion carried wi~h Councilman Cox voting "no". 9a. RESOLUTION NO. 9266 - APPROVING THE TENTATIVE MAP 0F PARK VILLAS SUBDIVISION Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott as amended, the reading of as amended the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Hyde, Gillow Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Meeting -6- September 12, 1978 10. PUBLIC HEARING -. This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde CONSIDERATION OF THE opened the public hearing. REVISION OF THE CHULA VISTA SANITARY SERVICE In his written report to Council, A~ting Director of Finance COLLECTION RATES Franken explained that Chula Vista Sanitary Service is requesting a rate increase for its service to residents based on the 80% increase in landfill fees effective October 1, 1978; a 6% labor cost increase effective August 1, 1978; and general operating cost increases since the last rate increase was granted on September 1, 1977. The Finance Officer has examined the firm's audited state- ments and supporting materials and has concluded that the new rate scheduled is justified, Rate increase requested The rate increases requested are: (1) A 32.5¢ monthly increase to residents as a "pass- through" cost due to the landfill fee increases. (2) A $1.625 monthly increase for bin service as a "pass-through" cost due to landfill fee increases, (3) An overall 6.5% increase in actual and estimated costs from March 31, 1978 to March 31, 1979 excluding landfill increaseS. In answer to Councilman Gillow's query, Mr. Franken sub- mitted a sheet detailing the breakdown of the $400,000 "Miscellaneous" expense. Further Council discussion ensued with Mr. Franken explaining the various figures listed on the sheet. Dick Chase, President Mr. Chase stated that basically the request for the increased Chula Vista Sanitary rate was to cover the County's land fill costs. As to SerVice the "research and development" cost of $10,000 Mr. Chase said that it is a fee that they pay corporate fees t9 keep:them advised of the latest advancements in resource recovery. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. 10a. RESOLUTION NO. 9267 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was REVISING THE CHULA VISTA waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and SANITARY SERVICE COLLECTION adopted by the following vote, to-wit: RATES AND ESTABLISHING A NEW SCHEDULE AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Hyde, Gillow Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 11. RESOLUTION NO. 9268 - On August 1, 1978 the City Council adopted revisions to RE-ESTABLISHING THE LIST the Environmental Review Policy among which were the OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSUL- revisions to the standards for environmental consultants. TANTS QUALIFIED FOR THE Westec Services, Inc., Toups Corporation and Multi Systems PREPARATION OF ENVIRON- Associates, Inc. (MSA) submitted the necessary information MENTAL IMPACT REPORTS for evaluation. The Environmental Review Committee recom- FOR THE CITY OF CHULA mended they be included in the consultants list. VISTA Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Meeting -7- September 12, 1978 12. RESOLUTION NO. 9269 - The change order in the amount of $1,276 is for the leveling APPROVING CHANGE ORDER of sloping floor in rooms 127 and 129 due to unstable-soil. NO. 25 ON CIVIC CENTER RENOVATION PROJECT Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 13. RESOLUTION NO. 9270 - The agreement for the twenty-four month period beginning APPROVING AGREEMENT July 1, 1978 calls for Aztec. to provide 470,192 revenue BETWEEN THE CITY AND service miles during FY 1979.. The total cost of service AZTEC BUS LINES TO will be $634,618 for 470,192 service miles.. The FY1'979 PROVIDE tNTRA-CITY agreement will be funded by LTF monies along with $88,000~ BUS SERVICE FOR TWENTY- in fares, $15,000 City General Funds and a possibility of FOUR MONTHS CO~B4ENCING $200,000 in UMTA Section 5 funds which will be made up by JULY 1, 1978 AND ENDING the LTF if the City does not receive these Federal funds. JUNE 30, 1980 Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those ~resent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 14. RESOLUTION NO. 9271 - The final map has been checked by the Engineering Division APPROVING FINAL MAP AND and found to be in conformity with the tentative map SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT (formerl'y Sweetwater Manor). Mr. and Mrs. Robert Eldred, FOR SHEPHERDVILLE NO. 2 owners, have paid all fees and submitted all bonds. Ap- SUBDIVISION proval of the final map includes the dedication of a portion of Quintard Street and Tobias Drive; also dedicatiOnof easements for sewer facilities, stree~ trees and general utility and access purposes. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and ad?pted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 1S. RESOLUTION NO. 9272 - In a written report to Council, Acting Director of Personnel APPROVING AMENDMENT TO Signe Thorsen stated that the Civil Service Commission CIVIL SERVICE RULE IV, recommended the following changes: SECTION 7 - REVIEW AND APPEAL (1) Elimination of the exam booklet review period when the test publisher'requires a signed agreement with the City prohibiting any applicant from seeing the answer key or test booklet; (2)Reduce the appeal period of test scores from 10 days to S; (3) Eliminate the appeal period when a security agree- ment has been signed. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Gillow, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Meeting -8- September 12, 1978 16. RHPORT ON EQUESTRIAN Director of Public Works Robens submifted a plat noting TRAIL ON OTAY LAKES the alternate equestrian trails. He stated ~hatth~hi~h RO~/RIDGEBACK ROAD speed traffic along Otay L~kes Road makes horse crossing an i~rportant e'lemen~. At this time, very few' horses mak~ the crossing; how~(er, in the future, as more horses will be using the trail, it'.will become a pFoblem. Mr. Robens said his recommendation would be to do nothi~g -at th~s time and bring the equestrian trail down the' e~S~-, ment to Otay Lakes Road and le~ the equestrians cross them- selves until such ~ime'a~ it becomes a problem. Student crossing Councilman Gillow inquired as to the feasibi'lity ofhaving a student crossing near the sc~oo!. Mr. R~5~S'explained that a crosswalk has existed there for several years even though it does not meet the warrant and ~e would recommend that no action be taken on thls matter at the present time:. Council discussion DiScussion followed regarding the legality of requiring the proper~y owner to provide the equestrian trail. City Attorney Lindbsrg indicated it would notbe legal. Further discussion involved around providing for a student crossing. Motion not to ha~e It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde equestrian ~rail and unanimously carried ,by those present that the CoUncil condition not impose this requirement (equestrian trail) on the property owner and that the equestrian trail in the, future be put where it has been all these years and,~hat any problems that may arise late~ will be dealt with at that time. I6a. RESOLUTION NO. 9273 - Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived APPROVING PRECISE PLAN by unanimous consent of those p~esent, passed~andadopted FOR PARKRIDgE PROFESSIONAL by the following vote, to-wit: CENTER AT OTAY LAKES ROAD AND RIDGEBACK IN E-C-P AYES: Mayor Hyde,'Councilmen Gillow, SCOtt, Cox ZONE AND CERTIFYING TH~ Noes: None NEGATIV~ DECLAP~TION Absent: Cotmcilman Egdahl Motion to refer to It was moved byCouncil~an Gillow, seconded by .Mayor Hyde Safety Commission and unanimouSl~ carried by those present that the problem and staff of the-safety invol~ing the siuaents' at Bonita Vista Junior High' at this cornerbe studied and the .pOssibilityof'putting' in a traffic signal be referred to the Safety Commission and staff. RECESS A recess was'called at 8:S0p.m.. and the meetin~.recon~ened . at 9:00 p.m. 17. ORDINANCE NO.,18~9 - At the meeting 6f September S, 19~8 the Council placed the A~N~DING ZONING MARS ordinance on first reading approving a zone'~hange for a - P~ZONING PROPERTY AT '6,43S'squ~reToot parcel.loCated a~. the north side of "G"' 589 "G" STREET FROM S~reet, 10Ojfeet east of Broadway .(589 "G" Street) from C-O TO C-T AND CERTIFYING C-O Professional Of{ice to C-T Commer~iaI Thoroughfare'., THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed Itwas moved by Councilman Cox that this ordinance be on second reading placed on its second reading and adopted and that the and adopted reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent of those present. The motion carried by the,following vote,.to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Gillow, Scott Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Meeting -9- September 12, 1978 18. ORDINANCE NO. 1830 - The ordinance provides that no person can operate a bicycle AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE on a sidewalk within a commercial area and gives the City CITY CODE PROHIBITING the ability to prohibit the riding of bicycles on sidewalks BICYCLE RIDING ON within residential areas if, due to extenuating circumstances, SIDEWALKS IN COMMERCIAL it is determined that such prohibition is desirable. AREAS - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Mr. Don Painter, Chairman of the Safety Commission, asked that this ordinance be referred to the Commission for a report. They will meet tomorrow and can report back tO the Council at the next meeting. It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that this ordinance be continued and referred to the Safety Commission. 19. ORDINANCE NO. 1831 - The Safety Commission and staff recommended that the following ESTABLISHING A PRIMA FACIE trial traffic regulation which has been in effect for eight SPEED LIMIT OF 30 MPH ON months be made permanent: A speed limit of 30 miles per NAGION AVENUE - SECOND hour for Nacion Avenue, beginning at Telegraph Canyon Road READING AND ADOPTION and ending at East "J" Street. Ordinance placed It was moved by Councilman Gillow that this ordinance be on second reading placed on its second reading and adopted and that the and adopted reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent of those present. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Scott, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 20. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER a. REPORT ON JOINT City Manager Cole referred to the written report of Chief' DISPATCH AGREEMENT of Police Winters in which he stated that Chula Vista's WITH MONTGOMERY dispatch center can handle the dispatching service for DISTRICT Montgomery Fire Protection District without any increase in personnel. Since they have no criteria to work with this first year, they would recommend an annual cost of $15,000 for this service with the understanding that a more rational basis for the charge will be developed in the second year. Mr. Cole then discussed the proposed agreement submitted to the Council. L)mn Pankhurst Ms. Pankhurst asked that the following changes be made in Montgomery Fire the agreement: (1) Section 4: "It shall be the obligation Protection District of the Montgomery Fire Protection District (delete Chief) 1121 Fourth Avenue Board of Directors or their deslgnee and the ChulaVista Chula Vista Police Chief and their designated representatives to establish appropriate procedures for the implementation of the program to provide said adequate training and information to the persons under their direction to ensure the effective implementation thereof." (2) Section 5: Montgomery Fire Protection District w6uld like to make a counter-offer of $800 a month instead of the $18,000 fee proposed by the City. (3) They agree to pay the inlstalla- tion costs and the monthly fee to extend their present communication systems to the Chula Vista center dispatch. (4) Section 6: Starting with "on such date as may be mutually agreed upon by.." change it to the Montgomery Fire Protection District Board and the Chula Vista City Council. (5) Section 7: They would request a 60-day termination notice. Council discussion Discussion followed regarding the rationale of the $800 per month fee and the length of time for the termination notice. Ms. Pankhurst agreed to a 90-day termination notice. Mr. Bahrke of the District Board spoke in support of the $800 fee and asked that the agreement be expedited. City Council Meeting -10- September 12, 1978 Motion to i~corporate It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde recommendations and unanimously carried by those present that the recOm, mendations presented by Lynn Pankhurst be referred Sack to staff to be incorporated and the amount of the money come in with a recommendation from the staff. Bonita-Sunnyside Councilman Cox asked if any contact was made with Bonita- Station Sunnyside Fire District to s~e if they would be interested in the same arrangement. A gentleman representing the Montgomery Board said that Chief Miner of the Bonita-Sunnyside Department is waiting to see how the arrangement will work out with Montgomery and, if favorable, he may request the same. Councilman Cox felt a great asset in the joint dispatching was in getting the paramedic unit out much quicker. He referred to Councilman Dalla's (National City) proposal for consolidation of the fire districts and wondered about the feasibility of having one number for the entire South Bay area for fire response - perhaps incorporate it in the 911 number. Assistant City Manager Asmus remarked that Fire Chief Longerbone submitted a report to the City Manager relative to Councilman Dalla's proposal - this report will be forwarded to ~he Council soon. b. REPORT ON GRANT FOR In a written report to Council, City Manager Cole stated "INSTRUCTIONAL FIXED that KPBS, a local Public Broadcasting System, has received TELEVISION SYSTEM" a Federal grant for an Instructional Fixed TeIevision System FOR THE LIBRARY (ITFS) and proposes to bring this additionalservice t6 specialized audiences at the Chula Vista Librazy via tele- vision. There will be no cost to the City and City Librarian Simon feels that this experimental project to test the feasibility of the public library as a center of learning for the elderly and hearing-impaired will provide a unique service which would otherwise not be available. In answer to Council's question, Mr. simon said the antenna will be on the auditorium roof but would not be visible to the adjacent areas. Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that the ITFS program~ be approved. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 21. REQUEST OF GARY BLOCK At the meeting of September 5, 1978 Mr. Block appeared FOR R-1 ZONING FOR SOUTH before the Council requesting that the zoning in this SIDE OF DAVIDSON area be changed from R-3 to R-1. City Attorney Lindberg said he talked to Mr. Block about the effect between CC and R's (Convenants, Conditions and Restrictions) establishing single-family residential re- quirements for a particular area versus the existing zoning of that area (R-3). This can very well be in conflict and the Planning Staff should be asked about their reconunenda- tion on the matter. Gary Block Mr. Block noted the area in question is between "E" Street 555 Davidson Street on the north, "F" Street on the south and between Ash and Chula Vista Fifth Avenue. They are requesting R-1 zoning for the south side of Davidson - it was zoned R-3 in 1949. Motion to refer to It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Planning Department Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the matter staff be referred to the Planning Department for recommendation. City Council Meeting -11- September 12, 1978 .22. REPORT ON FEASIBILITY OF DirectOr of '~ublicWorksRobens expl'~ined that during the STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT postP~oposition 13 budget sessions, CounCil adopted .a budget~ removing 600 street lights within the City in order to reduce energy costs by $40,000. . Mr. Robens submitted a detailed r~port listing alternatives in reducing the'impactlupon the.:ge~neral fund of'the street lighting budget. One alternative is the street light main- tenance district which staff indicates may have a question of legality; however, this question will be resolved prior to the next budget at which time the district can go into- effect. The staff recommended that the Council direct them tO bring back a more detailed report on the cost and staff involve- ment necessary to establish a district fo~ the FY79/80 fiscal year. Councilman Scott noted the background of street iightingln the City. .Speaking in support Speaking in support of t~e staff' ~ recommendation for a of a lighting district street lighting district were Alice Frank, 1456 Aries Court; James w. Hunt, 1183 Nile Avenue; Tom Trotter, 520 Hibicus Court; Barbara Cole~ 152 Rainier Court. They citedtheelement of crime in the darkened streets; child~eB playing inthe area; lights on in other areas of the City; willingness to pay the assessment costs; expediting the district. In answer to the Council's question, Mr. Robens indicated~ it would take at least nine months to implement the program. Motion for staff report It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the Staff's recommendations be accepted - to bring back a more detailed report on the street light maintenance district for FY79/80. MAYOR'S REPORT ,Draft of response to Mayor Hyde submitted a draft of the presentation he would CPO Director make.to the C~mprehensive Planning Organization (CPO) Director regarding Callahan's Task Force report. The Council had no objections to the report. Appointment to Ethics Board Mayor Hyde appointed Dr. Tom Pasqua to the Board of Ethics. Motion to ratify It was moved by Councilman S~ott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the appointment be ratified. Appointment to Parking Mayor Hyde announced his appointment of Jim Sprague. place Commission Motion to ratify It was moved by COuncilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the appointment be ratified. Letter of resignation - Mayor Hyde noted the letter of resignation from Robert Robert Renneisen Renneisen from the Planning Commission. Motion to accept It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Gillow resignation and unanimously carried by those present that the resigna- tion be accepted with regret and a letter of appreciation sent to Mr. Renneisen for his service on this commi~ssion. City COuncil' Meeting -12- September 12, 1978 Letter to Assemblyman Maddy It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded 5y Councilman Cox and unanimously Carried bY those present that a letter be drafted for the Mayor's signature to be sent to AsSembl~yman Maddy explaining that his legislation (to post vacancies 20 days) does nothing but impede this progress, andlist the way this Council makes its appointments i how ~hey ge~ input; interviews with ~he individuals', etc. (as thiS~.re!a~es to vacancies on boards andlcommissions).' BOard'of Supervisors" Mayor Hyd~ said he attendold the Boards of Supervisor~! action regarding meeting today and they tentatively approved an aIlocation court complex ofl.5 million dollars to get started on the construction 'of a reduced South Bay Regional'Center projed~. The actual scaled~down project w{ll hie back to them for formaI =approval in two weeks and if thereis no problem, construction can start on February 1, 1979; League Dinner Meeting Mayor Hyde reported that the next League dinner meeting will be held in Carlsbad on September 21, 1978. State surplus reserve In the LegiSlative Bulletin of September 5, f978"the Mayor noted that the date of Julyl, 1978 iastead 0f June 30, 1978 will be the date for comput%ng:reserves under SB:~54. City Manager Cole said he called that office yesterday ~nd · as far as the State Controller'is concerned, the date will' -still be June 3O, 1978. COUNCIL COI~dBNTS · Hilltop ~ "F" Annexation In answer to Councilman ScOtt's query, City Manager Cole said that a representative from the Planning Department will be present at the LAFCO meeting ~egardin8 the hearing on this annexation. Councilman Scott suggested the MayOr contact Supervisor HamiltOn and explain the Councit's stand in thlsmatter. Mayor Hyde said he would be willing to do that. Analysis of Proposition 13 Councilman Gillow asked when this report would be ready. City Manager Cole said that staffis workingon that now and may ask for a Conference on the 21st of this month to discus~ it. Redevelopment Agency Workshop Councilman Scott noted the Redevelopmerit Agency workshop scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 1978. 23. ~ZQUEST FOR FUNDING - Last year, the CounCil provided the organization with $5,000; SOUTH BAY ECONOMIC this year, they are seeking $10,000. DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Coumcilman Cox explained tha~ the Mayor's Economic Advisory. Committee considered the request and then postponed the matter for a future meeting; however, due to vacation schedules and other factors, they were not able to meet to make any recommendation on this matter. Request for continuance Councilman Cox asked for a continuance of this item to the next meeting, Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that this item be continued to the n~xt meeting. ADJOURNMENT May~r Hyde adjourned the meeting at 10:20 p~m. to the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 13~!1978 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, City Hall CITY C F~C' ~ ': / ~*' ~EPTEMBER 13, 19,78 , ,:-= .,., ,::, 8:,00 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR ~ETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFOP~IA [eld SEPTFMRFR 12, 1978 The City Council met in the Council Chambers at the City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7:NO p.m. with the following: Councilmen present: HYDE, GILLON, SCOTT, COX Councilmen absent: EGDAHL ADJOURNMENT The Mayor adjourned the meeting until ~EPT[Iv~[R 13j 1978 at 4:00 p.m. in the ~X~X~Conference Room, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. I, JENNIE M~ FULASZ~ City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that this is a full, true and correct copy of an order by the City Council at the meeting of . SEPTEMB[R 12, 1978 . kEN-