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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1978/10/31 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday October 31, 1978 The Council met in the Council Chamber at the City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue~ on the above date at 7:00 PIMo with the following Councilmen present: COUNCILMEN Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Scott Absent: Gillow ADJOURNMENT The Mayor adjourned the meeting until Wednesday, November 1, 1978 at 3:00 P~MI in the ~l~m~ (Council Conference Room), City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue~ Chula Vista, California~ I, JENNIE Mo FULASZ, City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that this is a full, true and correct copy of an order adopted by the City Councxl at the meeting of Octchef 31, 1978 ~~ of Chula Vista, California /~/ nnie MI Fulasz ~lerk-~ STATE OF CALIFOI~NIA ) AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING ORDER COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) ss OF ADJOUtLNMENT OF MEETING CITY OF CHULA VISTA ) I, Jennie M. Fulasz, being first duly sworn depose and say : That I am the duly chosen, qualified and acting City Clerk of the City Council o~ the City of Chula Vista; That the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Chula Vista was held October 31, 1978 and said meeting was adjou. rned to the time and place specified in the order of adjournment ATTACHED HERETO: That on November 1, 1978 at the hour of 9:15 am I posted a copy of said order at a conspicuous place on or near the door of the place at which said me~ting of October 31, 1978 was held. .. l// Subscribed and sworn to before me this t day of OFFICIAL SEAL My comm. expires J&N .2, State of California/ 276 Foo,h A,,~.~?~:~:~:"' MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. October 31, 1978 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California was held on the above date beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue. ROLLCALL Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Cox, Gillow (Councilman Scott arrived at 6:40 p.m., Councilman Egdahl arrived at 6:45 p.m.) Councilmen absent: None Staff present: City Manager Cole, Assistant City Manager Asmus, City Attorney Lindberg, Deputy City Manager Wittenberg EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the Council recess to Executive Session for personnel negotiations. The Council recessed to the Executive Sessign in the Council Conference Room at 6:02 p.m. and the meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber at 7:00 p.m. Councilman Gillow left the meeting at this time. Other staff present: Director of Public Works Robens, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Parks and RecreatiOn Hall, Fire Chief Longerbone 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 Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman ~ox and unanimously carried by those present that the minutes of the meetings of October 19 and 24, 1978 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. 18. ORDINAjqCE NO. 1837 - It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE unanimously carried by those present that Item No. 18 be MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE considered at this time. FOR THE REGULATION OF CER- TAIN "ADULT RECREATION" AND At the meeting of October 24, the Council placed on first RELATED LAND USES - SECOND reading the ordinance providing for the regulation of certain READING AND ADOPTION "adult recreation" and related land uses in the C-Tzones of the City. Mayor Hyde reported that he and the City Attorney met this morning with representatives of various church organizations to discuss this ordinance. Motion for continuance It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman Egdahl that this matter be continued for a period of 90 days, at which time apublic hearing be scheduled (January 23, 1979) on the ordinance and that the moratorium be continued on the granting of any business licenses for adult entertainment enterprises for a period of 120 days. Testimonies in support Speaking in favor of the continuance were Pastor Morgan, rep- of continuance resenting a group of ministers; Gene Coleman, 1670 Gotham Street; Howard Ryan, 133 Ranier Court; and Warren Pearson, 156 "L" Street. Mr. Coleman requested official coverage in the newspaper during the 90-day period in order to provide more information to the public concerning this ordinance. Speaking against Speaking against the continuance and requesting immediate continuance Council action to prohibit this type of business from coming into the City were: David Campbell, 737 Nacion; Bob Reeves, 1212 Robin Place;George Consigli, resident of Chula Vista; Frank Campbell, 367 Alpine; Mrs. Sam Congenal, Chula Vista. City Council Meeting -2- October 31, 1978 City Clerk's statement City Clerk Fulasz stated that during the past two days, her staff answered 503 telephone calls from people protesting having this type of business in the community. Motion carried The motion for the 90 day continuance and 120 day moratorium carried unanimously by those present. Mayor Hyde announced that members of the City Council and the City Attorney will make themselves available to meet with various groups in the City during this interim period. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY Presentation of Regional Mr. Steve Sachs, representative of the Comprehensive Planning Energy Plan Organization, discussed CPO's proposed energy plan. He submitted a draft summary of the plan listing the regional energy policies and a number of recommended action programs local governments can provide for implementation of the proposal. Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the CPO draft be, referred to staff for analysis and recommendation to the Council at the time the Council considers-staff's energy conservation policy on December 19, 1978. 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Dan McGinty, Manager Mr. MeGlnty asked that Item No. 21 be adVanced on the agenda First Federal Savings and heard at this time. Motion to advance It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox, Item No. 21 and unanimously carried by those present that the Council consider Item No. 21 (Report on ~ire Protection ReqUirements for BUildings Four or More Stories or 40 Feet in Height) after Oral Communications. William Edwards, Mr. Edwards voiced his complaint regarding Council's action Vice President, at the last meeting in not granting Bench Ad Company the Chamber of Commerce contract to install bus 5enches with advertising in the City. Niek Slijk M~. Slijk stated that a number o£ weeks ago, the Chamber sent Chamber of Commerce the Council its recommendation in opposition to the light rail system. Mr. Slijk commented that Montgomery Ward is consider- ing building in downtown San Diego, based on the fact that the light railwill be constructed from the Mexican. border to San Diego. If the light rail system is not constructed, Ward's will not build in San Diego. Mr. Slijk asked that the Council withdraw its support of this transportation system. Jerry Rickman Ms. Rickman discussed the action of the Metropolitan Transit Senate Candidate Development Board in.recommending the purchase of the railroad and constructing the light rail system. She declared it was a "tax ripoff" and asked the Council toreconsider its previous action and withdraw its ~upport. 21. REPORT ON FIRE PROTECTION Fire Chief Longerbone referred to his written report in which REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS he explained the Building Code requirement for automatic FOUR OR MORE STORIES OR Sprinkler systems for buildings forty feet or four stories 40 FEET IN HEIGHT or more in height. City Council Meeting -3- Octoher 31, 1978 Dan MCGinty Mr. McGinty discussed the denial of thez Bank'sLappeal by First Federal Savings the,Board of Appeals. He maintained that the problem and Loan lies in the way the height of the building is measnred~ In most cities in California, there is a 75 foot height restriction, which is measured from grade level to the floor of the highest ~tory of the building. In Chula Vista, the height is measured from grade level to the tallest point of the roof, which he feels I penalizes the applicant. Mr. McGinty asked that the Council modify this method of measurement. Clyde Longerbone Chief Longerbone stated that the Fire Prevention Officersof Fire Chief San Diego County first proposed this amendment to the Building Code in 1972, reconmending a height of 35 feet. Chula Vista adopted the 40 feet (or 4 stories) restriction based on the availability of the ground ladders, equipment and manpower on hand at that time. Chief Longerbone added that the department now has a 120-foot ladder; however, it takes six men to man that equipment properly. He recommended that the Building Code not be modified and the regulation be enforced. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried by those present to accept the report, 4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 4a. Petition regarding parking Supervisor Tom Hamilton of the First District sen.~ a petition problems and request for to the City Council signed by residents living adjacent to special parking facilities the Chula Vista Civic Center and temporary Court facilities, complaining of the parking c6ngestion and traffic in their area. They requested that the city prohibit parking on these residential streets from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and to provide necessary offstreet parking for City and Court patrons. Supervisor Hamilton asked the City's interest in securing a two-year lease for the parking lots on "F" Street at the old Employment Development Department. Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried by those present that this matter be referred to staff for connnent. 4b. Letter of resignation - Mr. Wendorf submitted his resignation from the Environmental Charles H. Wendorf Control Commission/Historical Site Board due to personal obligations. Motion to accept It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and resignation unanimously c~rried by those present that the resignation be accepted with regret and a letter of appreciation sent to Mr. Wendorf for his services on this Commission. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED KESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 5. PUBLIC HEARING - CONSIDERA- This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde TION OF A~NDMENT TO opened the public hearing. SPECiFIC'PLAN OF EL RANCHO DEL.'REY TO CHANGE A PORTION Director of Planning Peterson explained that on August 15, OF SDG&E EASEMENT FROM 1978, the City Council adopted the E1 Rancho del Rey Specific "OPEN SPACE" TO "COMMERCIAL Plan/General Development Plan. The plan diagram designates RIDING AND HIKING TRAIL" a 2.6 acre parcel of land as "natural open space" - component of the SDG&E easement located between Otay Lakes Road and Ridgeback Road. The owners of the site of the commercial- office project also own the fee of the subject parcel and propose to develop it as a parking lot for the office project. City Council Meeting -4- October 31, 1978 The Planning Commission recommended that the City adopt the Negative Declaration (IS-79-14) and redesignate the 2.6 acre parcel from "Open Space" to "Commercial/Riding and Hiking Trail" in accordance with their Resolution GPA-79-3. James Fairman Mr. Fairman stated that they concur with the recommendation Project Design and analysis of staff and the Planning Commission. 1400 Sixth Avenue San Diego 92101 Gary Dyer Mr. Dyer stated that they do not object to the uses proposed SDG&E on their transmission right-Of-way and have been working 101 Ash Street with the developer since last March on these uses. A Sam Diego tentative agreement has been ~eached -- the formalagreememt has not been resolved. In answer to Councilman Egdahi's question, Mr. Dyer indicated that there are future plans for adding additional lines in this right-of-way. Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. 5a. ORDINANCE NO. 1839 - It was moyed by Mayor Hyde tha~ thi~ O~dinance be placed AMENDING THE SPECIFIC PLAN/ on first reading, and that reading of the text be waived GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN by unanimous consent of those present. The motion carried FOR THE P-C PREZONING FOR by the following vote, to-wit: THAT PORTION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AS IT RELATES AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, Cox TO THE SAN DIEGO GAS & Noes: None ELECTRIC COMPANY EASEMENT Absent: CouncilmanGillow AND CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION 6. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde CONSIDERATION OF PRECISE opened the public hearing. PLAN FOR BANK AND OFFICE BUILDING WITH PARKING Director of Planning Peterson submitted the precise plan FACILITIES AT OTAY LARES explaining that the appliqant proposes to construct a ROAD AND RIDGEBACK ROAD IN combination one and two story 30,000 square foot office THE P-C AND C-O-P ZONES - building on the 1.18 acres to the south of the SDG&E easement. GERSTEN COMPANY The single-story portion of the building (4,700 square feet) will be a bank site with drive-through facility and the two-story portion (20,300 square feet) iS proposed for office space with approximately 5,000 square feet for other services. Mr. Peterson referred to his written report to the Council discussing the existing site characteristics of the property in question, the architecture of the proposed construction, equestrian/hiking trail, signs and landscaping plans. On October 11, 1978 the Planning Commission recommended approval in accordance with their Resolution PCM-79-9. Condition omitted in Mr. Peterson stated that a Planning Commission condition of Planning Commission approval was omitted in the resolution and asked that it be resolution included in the Council Resolution: "The landscaped open space line northwest of the SDG&E easement shall be actively maintained and used exclusively for open space. The applicant Shall gran~ to the City a permanent easement guaranteeing its use as open space." Added condition Mr. Peterson recommended the following added condition be included: "Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide evidence satisfactory to the City Attorney that he has the right to use the SDG&E easement area for parking for life of the building." City Council Meeting -5- October 31,. 1978 James Fairman, Mr. Fairman stated that they concur with the recommendations Project Design of the staff and Planning Commission. As to the parking 1400 Sixth Avenue, San Diego requirement condition that the area "be maintained for the life of the building', Mr. Fairman pointed out that there is more than adequate parking in terms of the City's require- ment and suggested that this condition be made more specific, such as "minimum City parking requirements be required through the life of the project." Item trailed Mayor Hyde directed that this item be trailed until later on in the agenda so that the applicant can meet with staff and the SDG&E representative to w~rk out the language of the requirement. 7. PUBLIC HEARING - Mayor Hyde noted that the applica~t has withdrawn his CONSIDERATION OF PRECISE application on this project. PLAN FOR RESTAURANT IN C-V-P-F ZONE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BONITA ROAD AND BONITA ~[ESA ROAD - R. POTTER 7a. RESOLUTION - Due to the applicant's withdrawal.of his application, A~PROVING PRECISE PLAN FOR this item was deleted from the agenda. RESTAURANT IN C-V-P-F ZONE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BONITA ROAD AND BONITA MESA ROAD CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman CoX and (Items 8 through 13) unanimously carried bylthose present that the ConSent Calendar be approved and adopted. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 9344 - In accordance with the City Charter and the state Elections ORDERING THE CANVASS OF Code, the City Clerk will certify the results of the ballot THE SPECIAL ELECTION TO count on Proposition "N" (p~blishing synopsis of ordinances) BE HELD ON THE 7TH OF on the November 7 Election at the City Council meeting of NOVEMBER 1978 TO BE MADE November 14, 1978. BY THE CITY CLERK 9. RESOLUTION NO. 9345 - Following a public hearing on October 24, 1978, the Council ORDERING THE VACATION OF A directed that a resolution be brought back ordering the TEN-FOOT EASEMENT IN vacation of the ten-foot easement. ROBERTA PARE, UNIT NO. 2 SUBDIVISION 10. RESOLUTION NO. 9346 - One of the conditions of approval of the Tentative Map for ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASE- Casa del Rey Subdivision is for the owners to acquire offsite MENT FROM CHULA VISTA right-of-way for the southerly half of East "J" Street through CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR property owned by the Chula Vista C~ty School District. On STREET PURPOSES October 4, 1978, the School District granted this easement. 11. RESOLUTION NO. 9347 - Dunphy Construction Company, property owner of Lot 8, BlocR II ELECTING TO PROCEED UNDER of Sweetwater Industrial Park, submitted the application THE PROVISIONS OF THE PUBLIC for the vacation of the ten-foot wide drainage easement. SERVICE EASEMENT VACATION LAW OF THE STATE OF CALIF- The public hearing is scheduled for November 21, 1978. ORNIA DECLARING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO VACATE AN EASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE AT SWEETWATER INDUSTRIAL PARK AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING City Council Meeting -6- October 31, 1978 12. RESOLUTION NO 9348 - This subdivision is a resubdivision of Parcel 3 of Parcel Map APPROVING MAP OF VISTA DE No. 7453 which fronts on Melrose Avenue and consists of 50 OTAY SUBDIVISION residential units. Approval of the final map includes the dedication of easements for sewer facilities, street trees, general utility and access purposes. 13, RESOLUTION NO. 9349 - This subdivision is for development of a one-lot 30-unit APPROVING MAP OF VILLA condominium project at 479 "F" Street. The final map has HERMOSA SUBDIVISION been checked and found to be in conformity with the tentative map. (END OF CONSENT CALENDAR) RECESS A recess was called at 8:50 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. 6. PUBLIC HEARING - Mr. Peterson stated that the language of the condition has CONSIDERATION OF PRECISE been agreed upon, as follows: PLAN FOR BANK AND OFFICE BUILDING WITH PARKING "Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant FACILITIES AT OTAY LAKES shall provide evidence satisfactory to the City Attorney ROAD AND RIDGEBACK ROAD that he has the right to use the SDG&E easement for the IN THE P-C AND C-O-P ZONES - purpose of meeting minimum offstreet parking requirements." GERSTEN COMPANY (continued from earlier) 6a. RESOLUTION NO. 9343 - It was moved by Councilman Scottl, seconded by Mayor H~de and APPROVING A PRECISE PLAN unanimously carried by those present' that t~e language (of FOR A BANK AND OFFICE BUILD- the conditiohs) as read by the Planning Director Be fnd.orp- ING WITH PARKING FACILITIES orated in the resolution. AT OTAY LAKES ROAD AND RIDgEBACK ROAD IN THE P-C Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was AND C-O-P ZONES waived by the unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted as amended, by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hyde, Cox, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Gillow RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 14. RESOLUTION NO. 9350 - In accordance with the agreement, the City will provide APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN funding of $7,650 toward a seven-month operation of the THE CITY AND THE CHULA Bureau from July 1, 1978 through Januery 31, 1979. VISTA VISITORS AND CONVEN- TION BUREAU Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was waived by the unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Scott, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Gillow 15. RESOLUTION NO. 9351 - This cooperative agreement is for the improvement of Orange ACCEPTING AGREEMENT BETWEEN Avenue from Third Avenue approximately 0.5 miles easterly CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND to Albany Avenue. The City and County will share total THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO costs of the project on a 50/50 basis. The maximum cost FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF to the City is set at $300,000. ORANGE AVENUE Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by the unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Cox, Scott, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Councilman Gillow City Council Meeting -7- October 31 1978 16a. RESOLUTION - In a written report to Council, the Director of Public Works ADOPTING REVISED SIDEWALK explained that under the previous Sidewalk Maintenance Policy MAINTENANCE POLICY and Street Tree Preservation Policy, the City assumed the financial responsibility of replacing sidewalks damaged by street trees. As a result of Proposition 13, the Council eliminated the concrete construction crew from the budget. The policies have been changed to reflect the elimination due to CETA rules and regulations and their Maintenance of Effort policy which requires CETA personnel not perform work that is a normal function of the City. Council discussion Discussion followed regarding CETA employment and the cost to property owners if they were made to pay for these repairs, which could amount teas much as $600. Offer of resolution fails Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by the unanimous consent of those present, and the resolution failed by the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilman Scott NOES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Egaahl, Cox Absent: Councilman Gillow Motion for revised policy It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox, and unanimously carried by those present that this matter b~ referred back to staff to revise .the policy in such a way possible to reflect that the City will continue to provide this fimction and, if appropriate, to indicate that (the City) will make maximum utilization of CETA to the extent possible. City Manager Cole said this was one of the programs that the staff will be bringing to Council in discussing "cost centers" and he asked that the Council not make any decision on this prior to that Council Conference. I6b. RESOLUTION - It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and ADOPTING REVISED STREET unanimously carried by those present that this resolution TREE PRESERVATION POLICY be referred back to staff to be considered along with the ~policy for sidewalk repair. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 9352 - Bids were received on Oct 20, 1978. The low bid of'Inter- ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING national Harvester ~todel 2SOA meets specifications. The put- CONTRACT FOR ONE DIESEL chase price, including sales tax, $20,203.60. PO~REDILOADER/BACKMOE 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 Cox, Egdahl NOES: Councilman ScOtt Absent: Counci}man Git.low UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEM 17a. RESOLUTION NO. 9353'A The resolution establishes a Special Trust Fund for the ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL receipt and deposit of all transient occupancy taxes collected TRUST FUND FOR THE RECEIPT in the City commencing with th~ quarter ending September 30, OF TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAXES 1978 and for those Subsequent quarters for which the tax will be collected during the termef said trust. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by the unanimohs consentof those present. Speaking against resolution Mayor Hyde spoke against the resolution, stating that he felt it was unnecessary to go to this measure to satisfy a legitimate concern of those patties involved in the hotel/ motel tax dispute. The Mayo~ indicated that the Council should consider (1) whether it acted wisely in increasing the hotel/motel tax from 6% to 8% and (2) concern that the Council is not providing adequate funding for the Visitor Industry. Council discussion Discussion ensued as to referring the matter to the Economic Advisory Committee for recommendation.: how the funds can be released and who has charge of them: what sort of plans does the City have to address the issue; what fs the proper vehicle for expending the funds; and shall the City go into visitor-tourist promotion. City Council Meeting -8- October 31, 1978 Ted Bell Mr. Bell said that the motel/hotel owners feel this reso- KOA Kampgrounds lution is a gesture of good faith on the part of the Council and, based on the fact that this resolution was. submitted, the money did come in immediately. Amendment to motion It was moved by Councilman Egdahl and seconded by Councilman Scott to amend the resolution to incorporate the suggestion made by Mayor Hyde: "That the Council direct the charge to the Economic Advisory Corfanittee -- that they immediately take under consideration the problem of what the City's policy and program should be with regard to assistance of the Visitor Industry in the City of Chula Vista and come back with recommendations as to what kind of policy the City should have and to what extent it should provide financial assistance to support it. The report should come back within three months with their recommendation." Speaking against Mayor Hyde spoke against the motion, saying it would be resolution inconsistent for the Council to state that the hotel/motel tax shouldbe raised from 6% to 8% because of the passage of Proposition 13 and then have those revenues impounded and not be used for a period of eleven months. Mayor Hyde added that he could not see any reason for "putting the funds in hostage" to guarantee the integrity of the Council. Amendment carries The amendment to the resolution carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Cox Noes: Mayor Hyde Absent: Councilman Gillow Offer of resolution carries The offer of theresolution carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Cox Noes: Mayor Hyde Absent: Councilman Gillow Direction to Economic Mayor Hyde directed that the Economic Advisory Committee Advisory Committee take under consideration a proposal to the City Council for the best manner in which the City can assist the Visitor-Industry and the manner in which the City can provide financial assistance to the Visitor-Industry. 18. ORDINANCE 1837 - See Page 1 of the minutes. ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION OF CERTAIN "ADULT RECREATION" AND RELATED LAND USES - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION 19. ORDINANCE 1838 - At the meeting of October 24~ the Council placed on EXEMPTING SHOPPING CENTERS first reading this ordinance which waives subdivision/ FROM CERTAIN SUBDIVISION parcel map procedures relative to financial arrangements AND PARCEL MAP REQUIREMENTS- or leasehold agreements in approved shopping centers. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on second It was moved by COuncilman Scott that Ordinance No. 1838 reading and adopted be placed on its second reading, and that the reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent of those present. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Egdahl, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Gillow City Council Meeting -9- October 31, 1978 20. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER 20a. Setting date for public Councilman Scott indicated that the hearing should be ~et hearing to review the after the report is received from the Economic Advisory hotel/motel tax Committee. Motion to file It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor ttyde that this item be filed. Council discussion Discussion ensued regarding the fact that the public hearing would be called to consider whether or not the Council wished to continue having the tax at 8% instead of 6%, plus a review of the tax itself. Second withdrawn Mayor Hyde withdrew his second. Substitute motion to set It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman public hearing Egdahl and unanimously ca'rried bythose present that this matter be set for public hearing for the meeting of December 5, 1978. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 21. REPORT ON FIRE PROTECTION See Page 2 of the minutes. REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS FOUR OR MORE STORIES OR 40 FEET IN HEIGHT 22. STATUS REPORT OF APPLICA- Director of Community Development Desrochers reporte~ TION FOR LOW-COST HOUSING that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) via the County Housing Authority, has announced the approval of the application for 100 scattered-site family housing units for the City. Builders willsubmit proposals to construct the project atvarious sites within the City. It is anticipated that advertising for bids can be accomplished by the first of the year. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded. By Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those prese~ that the report be accepted. 23. REPORT ON ~QUEST FOR BAND On October 24, 1978, Mr. Jack Harper requested Council REVIEW PARADE approval for a band parade to be held on Saturday, November 18, 1978. The Director of Parks and Recreation submitted a report to the Council detailing the costof the parade at $2,565 (insurance, police, trash pick-up, barricade rentals, etc.) Motion to accept report It was movedby Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Hyde that the report be accepted. . Jack Harper Mr. Harper commented that he met with some of the band directors and they suggested the Use of Explorer Scouts and ROTC members of the various high schools to help with barricades and traffic along the route. Also, they woUld propose to shorten the length of the parade. In answer to the Council's query~ Mr. Harper stated that they have no funds to pay for thelservices delineated by staff. Council discussion Discussion ensued as to the use of reserve officers; having the parade the same weekend as the Mother Goose parade; use of Southwestern College grounds; use of the Bayfront area for the review; using some of the Visitor-Industry funds to support this program; not enough time to settle all the issues. City Council Meeting -10- October 31, 1978 Substitute motion to It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox withdraw support and unanimously carried by those present that the Council withdraw its support this year for this project. Motionto contact It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde school district and unanimously carried by those present to contact the Sweetwater Union High School District to see if they are interested in a project like this and see if something can be done to support and sponsor it. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 24. RECOMMENDATION FOR The Safety Commission conducted a survey of traffic and INSTALLATION OF A MARKED pedestrian conditions on this street in conjunction with PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK ON the staff's request to establish a continuous left-turn EAST "L" STREET lane in that segment of East "L" Street between Monterey Court and Monserate Avenue. They submitted their detailed findings to the Council recommending the installation of a marked pedestrian crosswalk on East "L" Street "at a location somewhere between Melrose and Monserate Avenues, preferably at Maria Avenue" including the posting~of appropriate pedestrian crossing signs and pavement markings. In view of the fact that the staff has not had the oppor- tunity to provide input into this study, the City Manager requested the matter be referred tothem for technical study and recommendation. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that this matter be referred to staff. 25. RECOMMENDATION FOR The Safety Commission submitted'a report of their traffic PROVISION OF TRAFFIC analysis made at this location on September 19, 1978. It CONTROL DEVICES FOR was their recommendationnot to~install a traffic signal STUDENT/PEDESTRIAN but that yellow flashing lights be installed at appropriate CROSSING AT OTAY LAKES locations on Otay Lakes Road on both sides of Bonita Vista ROAD IN FRONT OF BONITA Junior High School. VISTA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL City Manager Cole asked that the matter be referred to staff for input. Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the matter be referred to staff. MAYOR'S REPORT 26. REQUEST FOR COMMENTS ON Mayor Graham of Oceanside requested comments from the IMPLEMENTATION OF THE Council concerning this report, which CPO will consider CALLAHAN TASK FORCE on NoVember 20, 1978. RECOMMENDATIONS ON REGIONAL PLANNING Motion to support It was mo~ed by Councilman Scott, seconde~ by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that thi~ Council supports ~he proposals as presented by the Honorable Mayor of Coronado. VACANCY ON PLANNING It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Hyde COMMISSION and unanimously carried by those present that the Council meet on Thursday, November 2 at 3:30 p.m. (prior to the Council Conference) to interview the two applicants for the Planning Commission. APPOINTMENT TO BOARD Mayor Hyde stated he would like to appoint Lois Richards OF ETHICS to the Board of Ethics. City Council Meeting -11- October 31, 1978 APPOINTMENT RATIFIED It was moved by CoUncilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the appointment be ratified. HILLTOP/H STREET Mayor Hyde reported that the Board of SupervisOrs approved ANNEXATION the Hilltop/H Street Annexation to the City of Chula Vista. BIKE ROUTE APPROVED Mayor Hyde said he was advised by Mayor Callahan of Coronado that the City Council of San Diego approved the San Diego Bay bike route. METRO SEWER CAPACITY In answer to the Mayor's query, City Manager Cole stated that this item was scheduled for a Council Conference on November 16, 1978. COUNCIL COMMENTS MTDB PROPOSAL It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried by those present that the Council reconsider its action on this matter (light rail system). MOTION TO SET FOR It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde COUNCIL CONSIDERATION and unanimously carried by those present that this item be set for a Council agenda whenever appropriate, with background material. HILLTOP PARK Councilman Scott expressed his concern that every effort is made to beautify park areas and then, when something goes wrong, rough concrete is poured in. Councilman Scott also discussed his displeasure with the bridge (in the area) which has been in a state of disrepair for a period of six months. He asked if something could be done about this situation. COURT SIGNS Councilman Scott asked if the City has some control over I the signs put up by the Court - "stenciled signs". SDG&E FRANCHISE Councilman Scott made reference to the SDG&E franchise wherein the City has a 50-year agreement subject to certain conditions of benefit to the City. He questi6ned the instal, lation of the poles along a section of the Bayfront indicating that in the future, SDG&E should be notified that any further installations are subject te City review. CAR USE REPORT Six weeks ago, Councilman Scott asked for a report on the use of City cars by employees. City Manager Cole stated he would bring this report to the Council in two weeks. ADJOU~2qMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 10:13 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 1978 at 3:00 p.m., at which time the Council will recess to Executive Session for personnel negotiations.