HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1979/05/08STATE OF CALIFO}~NIA ) AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING ORDER
COUNTY OF S2~q DIEGO ) ss OF ADJOUP~N~-~ENT OF ~[EETING
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 of the City of Chula Vista;
That the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Chula Vista was held Tuesday, May 8, 1979
and said meeting was adjou. rned to the time and place specified in
the order of adjournment ATTACHED HERETO:
That on Wednesday, May 9, 1979 at the hour of 11:15 a.m.
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 May 8, 1979 __
was held.
Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
day of
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MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday, May 8, 1979
The City Council met in the Council Chamber at the Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7:00 p.m. with
the following
Councilmen present: Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow, Scott
Councilmen absent: None
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 9:35 p.m. until 5/12/79
(Budget Review) at 8:00 a.m.~m. in the Council Chambers~
E~b~XE~XE~ 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 May 8, 1979
MINUTES OF A REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. May 8, 1979
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held on
the above date beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Public Services Building,
276 Fourth Avenue.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Cox, Egdahl, Gillow, Scott
Councilmen absent: None
Staff present: City Manager Cole, City Attorney Lindberg, Deputy City Manager Robens
Director of Planning Peterson, City Engineer Lippitt, Director of
Parks and Recreation Hall, Fire Chief Longerbone, City Librarian
Simon, Traffic Engineer Hansen
The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hyde followed by a moment of silent
prayer.
"Open House" Mayor Hyde expressed his appreciation to the staff for the
"open house" festivities held on May 7 for the new Civic
Center complex.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Hyde and
unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of April
26 and May 1, 1979 be approved, copies having been sent to
each Councilman.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. PROCLAMATION - A Proclamation was issued in recognition of the services
PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF performed for the community hy the Public Works Department.
MAY 20 THROUGH MAY 26, The City Engineer, John Lippitt, accepted the proclamation
1979 "NATIONAL PUBLIC from MaFor Hyde on hehalf of the Department.
WORKS WE~Kii
3. ORAL COB~4UNICATIONS
James.Matherly1 Mr. Matherly again spoke against the proposed passenger
402 Oaklawn Avenue train service from San Diego to Tijuana and stated the
Chula Vista Metropolitan Transit Board should be disbanded.
4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. LETTER RE: ANNUAL The San Diego Gas and Electric Company expressed concern
BUDGET ALLOCATION BY regarding the rate of increase in their annual budget
SDG&E FOR RULE 20.A allocation for Rule 20.A Underground Conversions in the City
UNDERGROUND CONVERSIONS of Chula Vista. They requested that the Council hold a
study session on this subject at an early date. The City
Manager recommended that this matter be scheduled for a
Council Conference on June 28, 1979.
Motion to schedule Item 4a It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman
for Council Conference Gillow and unanimously carried that this matter be scheduled
for a Council Conference as suggested on June 28, 19791
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 2 - May 8, 1979
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
S. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde
CONSIDERATION OF A~NDMENT opened the public hearing.
TO GENERAL PLAN TO CHANGE
APPROXIMATELY 11 ACRES In a written report to Council, Director of Planning Petersol
LOCATED AT THE NORTH~EST explained that this item involves a proposed amendment to
QUADRANT OF "C" STREET AND the General Plan Diagram. The unincorporated territory in
DEL MAR AVENUE FROM HIGH question was prezoned R-l, Single Family Residential, on
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO October 17, 1978 in anticipation that this property would
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL be annexed to the City. In April 1979 the Planning Com-
mission recommended that the General Plan be amended in
accordance with their Resolution GPA-79-S.
Mr. Peterson noted that this amendment will bring the
General Plan into conformance with the zoning as adopted
last October.
Annexation efforts moving In answer to a question from councilman scott, Mr. peterson
slowly said efforts of Supervisor Hamilton are moving slowly to
work out annexation of the northerly properties to National
City and the southerly properties to Chuta Vista.
Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the
hearing was declared closed.
Sa. RESOLUTION NO. 9S8S Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was
ADOPTING GPA-79-S FOR waived.by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the
APPROXIMATELY 11 ACRES following vote, to-wit:
LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST
QUADRANT OF "C" STREET AND AYES: Councilmen'Scott, Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow
DEL MAR AVENUE FROM HIGH Noes: None
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO Absent: None
N~DIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
6. PUBLIC HEARING - This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Hyde
CONSIDERATION OF O~WIBUS opened the public hearing.
AMENDMENT TO THE CHULA
VISTA GENERAL PLAN Director of Planning Peterson stated the text of the Chula
Vista General Plan has not been updated since 1970 and the
proposed omnibus amendment to the General Plan is partially
"housekeeping" in nature designed to eliminate conflicts
between the Plan's text and Plan diagram and to update
demographic forecasts and land-use policy. He added that
this will bring the plan up-to-date with reference to E1
Rancho del Rey, the Bayfr0nt and the deletion of the San
Miguel freeway. Mr. Peterson also commented on the pro-
visions for allowing senior citizen housing in high density
and very high density areas.
The Planning Commission, on April 18, 1~79, recommended
approval of the amendment to the General Plan in accordance
with their Resolution GPA-79-7.
Concerns that some areas Councilman Scott expressed his concern in three areas:
covered may be premature whether the Bayfront should be considered at this time as
additional changes may have to be made due to the Coastal
Commission requirements; (2) the high density allowed for
senior citizens has not yet Been determined by the Council
and may be premature; and (3) the Council may wish to
reconsider the density in the center city.
Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or against, the
public hearing was declared closed.
Recommendations considered The Council concurred that the recommendations be considered
in sequence in the sequence indicated inExhibit "A" of Planning Com-
mission Resolution GPA-79-7.
Held T~esday - 7:00 p.m. - 3 - May 8, 1979.
PUBLIC HBARINGSANDRELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES fCont,]
BXHIB!T "A" - A. Page 25, paragrapkl - S~pping Center at 1-805 and East "H" Street
GPA-7~-7 -
O~qtBL1S A~ND~iNT Pxoposed text:
To T~m CMULA VISTA
GhN~RAL PLAN "The plan diagram indicates a major shopping center at the intersection
' of 1-805 and East "~' Street. This tenter, which would occupy 30 to
-.. 40 acres of land, could be regional in scope, or accommodate a mixture
· of regional, community, visitor, and/or recreational commercial useS."
Mo~ion~Q approve 'It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Councilman Gillo~
'SectiOn ~ that the proposed text of Section A' he approved.
In response to a query from Councilman Co~, W~r. petorion said three
amendments to the General Plan were permitted each year and by Council
. policy, they are considered sometime in May and NoVember. He clarified
,~ that action can be continued on items tonight and it would still be
counted as "one" amendment.
MotfoR:carried The motion to approve Section A carried unanimously.
B. Page 24, paragraph-3 - R~sidential~ensity in the Central Community
The existing text indicates the density of the. residential area between
the Chula Vista Shopping Center and the ,Third Avenue Business District
is proposed .to increase from an average of 6 to 10 dwellingunits per
net acre to over 30 as a result of th~ ~evelopmen~ o{ high rise apartmen'
buildings.
C~ncern regarding Councilman Scott expressed his concern regarding this Section, stating
density he would prefer to hold this item and discuss it in mere detail with
reference to the density along the proposed transit corridor of the
passenger train to Tijuana.
Suggestion to Council discussion followed with staff concerning the density of ~his
continue items area under the existing General Plan text, the changes made in rezoning
of concern the "neighborhoods in transition", and the possible need for additional
information. It was Sdggested that itemsof concern be continued tea.
meeting following the budget sessions.
City Attorney Lindberg suggested that if discussion of items is post-
poned, that the public hearing be continued.
Motion to It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and
continue SeCtion B unanimously carried that the Council'set aside Section .B.for flirther.'
study. .
C. Page 2S - Very High Density
Proposed text:
'*Very High Density. This density category~s intended to designate area
which would be characterized by high rise and garden apartments. Althou
single family units would continue to exist withintheVery'High Density
area in ~he early years of the planning period, ultimately these areas
are expected to be almost exclusively multi-family in character. The
.residential density of areas designated 'Very High Density' Should be
considered as potential sites for senior housing ......
Motion to It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Giltow and
Continue Section C unanimously carried that Section C be continued.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 4 - May 8, 1979
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS t~D ORDINANCES (Cont.)
D. Pages 23 (bottom) and 24 (top) - Residential Density in the
College area
Proposed text:
"The General Plan Map shows residential development expanding eastward
into the mesas and foothills. Adjacent to "H" Street, north and west
of Southwestern College, a limited area of medium density development
is proposed to encourage development of an active community center for
this new easterly area, and to meet the housing demand created, in
part, by the college. This medium density area is expected to achieve
a yield of about 6 to 10 families per gross acre. Terrace houses,
cluster development, and garden apartments should constitute the pre-
dominant dwelling types in this section of the community."
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Gillow and
Section D unanimously carried that Section D be approved for inclusion in the
text.
E. Pages 26 (bottom) and 27 (top) - Industrial Development in the
Bayfront Community and Otay Ranch
Proposed text:
"The area proposed for industrial development in Chula Vista is located
in a crescent shaped helt along the western, northern, and southern
sides of the Planning Area. This belt includes portions of the Sweet-
water and Otay Valleys, the Tidelands, and selected areas east of the
Tidelands and west of Broadway. Proposed industrial development is
divided into two classes: (1) general industry, and (2) limited and
research industry.
"General industrial use is proposed for a large part of the Bayfront
Redevelopmerit Project Area and in the Otay Valley. Expansion and
development of ocean shipping facilities by the Port of San Diego as
proposed in their Tidelands Master Plan could spur industrial develop-
ment in the Bayfront Community. This development would probably
include manufacturing, processing, warehousing, and related commercial
and commercial~office land uses.
"It is the City of Chula Vista~s policy that the Bayfront area shall be
redeveloped with recreational, visitor commercial, and residential
land uses, as well as industrial uses in accordance with the adopted
Bayfront Specific and Bayfront Redevelopmerit Plans."
Suggestion for In answer to a request from Mayor Hyde and in response to his concerns
modification Director of Planning Peterson suggested that the Council "strike" the
second paragraph of the proposed text of Section E (starting with
"General industrial use...") and substituting the following language:
"General industrial designations are maintained in the vicinity of the
SDG&E plant, the Rohr plant, and in the following locations for possib
industrial expansion: (1) the area south of 'L~ Street; (2) the are
east of Tidelands Avenue between 'F' and 'G' streets; and (3) the are
at the northeast corner of 'J' and Tidelands."
Motion to approve It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously
Section E with carried that Section E be approved with the language referred to (in
modification the second paragraph) modified to reflect the wording recited by the
Planning Director.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 5 - May 8, 1979
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Cont.)
F. Page 28 - San Miguel Freeway and Second Avenue
Proposed text:
"The freeway network serving Chula Vista will consist of the following
elements:
a. Montgomery Freeway (Interstate S) will continue to link Chula
Vista (and its industrial belt) with Downtown San Diego to the
north and Tijuana, Mexico to the south.
b. The inland Freeway (Interstate 805] will provide a bypass of
the industrial belt and provide access from the heart of the
Chuta Vista residential area north to San Diego and south to
Tijuana.
c. The South Bay Freeway (Route S4) on the north side of Sweetwater
Valley will provide good access to and from the northeast, La
Mesa and E1 Cajon. It will also be the shortest route from the
Industrial belt to U. S. Interstate 8 and the rapidly expanding
Phoenix, Arizona area.
d. Ths Otay Freeway (Route 7S) in the Otay Valley south of the
Planning Area will provide east-west access from the Silver
Strand to Brown Field."
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously
Section F carried that Section F be approved.
G. Page 29 - North-South Major Road system
Proposed text:'
"The north-south Major Road system includes the following:
a. Tidelands Avenue which traverses from the National City boundary
through the tidelands industrial area to "J" Street.
b. Broadway (or National Avenue) is the old north-south Highway.
It intersects the major east-west thoroughfares and gives access
to the Chula Vista Shopping Center. On this street is located
the principal thoroughfare cormnercial development in the City.
c. Fourth Avenue traverses Chula Vista from National City and the
South Bay Freeway on the north to the southerly terminus of the
Planning Area giving access to the Third AvenuerCivic Center
area and the Chula Vista Shopping Center.
d. Hilltop Drive serves as a major north-south thoroughfare'for
the residential area east of Third Avenue.
e. Otay Lakes Road provides access from the South Bay Freeway on
the north to the Southwestern College com~,anity center and
Telegraph Canyon, 'Its southerly extension to the Otay Valley
is reserved for use ~af~er 198~0j'
f. San Miguel-Proctor Valley artery, (formerly Route 125/San Migue]
F~eeway) located in the far eaitern part of the Planning Area,
will be the principal north-south major road of the Lakes
Community."
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously
Section G carried that Section G be accepted as prepared by staff.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 6 - May 8, 19~9
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Cont.)
H. Page 31 - South County Civic Center
Proposed text:
"Civic Center/South County Civic Center ..
"General Plan studies indicate that the existing Civic Center is
appropriately located in the proximity of the Third Avenue BuSiness
District and other major elements of central Chuta Vista. In the
future, the Civic Center will contain expanded administrative facilities
of the City. The South County Administrative Center - South Bay Courts
Complex will be developed at the southwesterly quadrant of "H" Street
and Third Avenue. This complex will he an integral part of the Chula
Vista Town Centre No. 1 Project Area."
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Gillow, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimousl2
Section H carried that Section H be accepted.
I. Page 18 ~ Population Projection
Proposed text:
"Table: Population Projection for Chula Vista
Chula Vista Population in Chula Vista
City Population San Diego City Population
% of San Diego Region
Region
Year
19~ 4,1 1,033,000 42,034
1970 5.0 1,358,000 68,000
1975 4.8 1,557,000 75,000
1985 4.8 2,032,000 97,000
1995 5.3 2,460,000 131,000"
Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Gillow, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimousl
Section I carried that Section I be accepted.
J. Page 33 - Bayfront Development
Proposed text:
"The Bayfront Specific. and Red~velopment Plans depict a well-ordered
balance of industrial, commercial, residential, and 'natural' land
uses. The parks, promenades, and preserved marshes of the Bayfront will
provide the residents and visitors of Chula Vist~ additional opportuniti
for active and passive recreational purSuits~"
Motion to approve It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded By Counci'lman'Cox and unanimously
Section J carried that the proposed text be adopted.
Suggestion to In answer to a query from Councilman Scott, Cit~ Attorney Lindberg
continue public advised that the pu61ic hearing be continued and all items adopted in
hearing one resolution.
Motion to continue It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman Gillow that all
Item 6 - public elements of the Planning Commission Resolution GPA-79-7 be accepted,
hearing (as modified), with the exception of Sections B and C; and that this
matter be continued to apublic hearing to be conducted at a Council
Conference.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m, - 7 - May 8, 1979
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Cont.)
Councilman Scott suggested that since this matter is being
continued to a future meeting, that all items could be
discussed then as making a decision now may be premature.
Motion restated and carried It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Gillow
and unanimously carried that this public hearing be re-opened
continued for the particular purpose of resolving Sections
B and C and others, if needed - the hearing to be conducted
at a Council Conference to be held on June 128, 1979.
6a. RESOLUTION -- (Continued until June 28, 1979)
ADOPTING GPA-?9-? -
AN O~qIBUS AMENDMENT
TO THE CHULA VISTA
GENERAL PLAN TEXT
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
7. RESOLUTION NO. 9586 - By Resolution No. 9451, the comncil accepted the bid of
APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR DataPhase for the installation of the computerized library
THE SALE OF AUTOMATED information system. An agreement has been worked out
LIBRARY INFORMATION specifying the obligations of all parties as to the delivery,
SYSTEM setup, operation and training of personnel for the system,
as well as the lease/purchase arrangements for a seven
year period.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Gillow, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent.
Council discussion In response to a request from Councilman Scott, the staff
gave a brief background on the agreement with discussion
including maintenance costs, lease/purchase price, and a
proposed security system to be considered during budget
sessions.
Resolution adopted The resolution was passed and adopted by the following vote,
to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Gillow, Cox, Egdahl~ Hyde
Noes: Councilman Scott
Absent: None
8. RESOLUTION NO. 9587 The Automatic Aid Agreement with the Montgomery Fire Protecti
APPROVING A~NDMENT District (Resolution No. 8579) has been in effect since April
TO JOINT FIRE PROTECTION 1977. At a meeting on April 10, 1979, the Fire Chiefs
AGREEMENT WITH THE recommended that new territory be added to the agreement.
MONTGOMERY FIRE PROTECTION The resolution approves the new boundaries included in the
DISTRICT agreement.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the
following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Cox, Egdah], Hyde, Gillow, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
9. RESOLUTION - In February 1979 the Council approved modified Alternative
APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH 4 for the renovation of City Hall. Since that time, staff
DONALD R. GOLDMAN AND has negotiated with Mr. Goldman to provide the architectural
ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS, services required. Mr. Goldman has submitted a proposal: to
FOR RENOVATION OF CITY accomplish the project for a fee of $47,000.
HALL AND AUTHORIZING
EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS:
Staff recommended that the agreement with Mr. Goldman be
approved and that the expenditure of $51,700 be authorized
from RS17 ($47,000 plus 10% contingencies).
Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived
by unanimous consent.
Council discussion Councilman Scott questioned the procedure of appr0ving
funds for the architect prior to the renovation project
being approved in the budget.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 8 - May 8, 1979
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING (Cont.)
Discussion followed concerning the possibility that the
Council may determine not to continue with the renovation
project; previous actions of the Council in approving the
renovation project, including appropriation of $2S0,000
in 1978-79 budget; scope of the project was unknown last
year; the time element involved with budget sessions start-
ing next week and whether or not the timing would materially
affect the agreement for architectural services. Deputy
City Manager Robens said it would not be detrimental if
this was postponed a week or so.
Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman
Item 9 Scott and unanimously carried that this item be continued
to the first meeting after the budget sessions are completed
10. ORDINANCE NO. 1867 The ordinance establishes an enforcement procedure and a
AMENDING THE CITY CODE new schedule of fees to become operative on July 1, 1979
RELATING TO PARKING at which time the City will assume the preliminary en-
VIOLATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT - forcement procedure presently being administered by the
FIRST READING Clerk of the South Bay Judicial District.
Ordinance placed on It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be
first reading placed on its first reading and that the reading of the
text be waived by unanimous consent.
AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow
Noes: None
Absent: None
11. REPORTCS) OF THE CITY MANAGER
Budget review schedule City Manager Cole distributed a schedule for budget sessions
starting on Saturday, May 12.
Conflict with schedule Councilman Egdahl announced that he will have a conflict
with two meetings - one on Monday evening and one on
Wednesday evening.
Budget review schedule Councilman Scott suggested the budget sessions be extended
accepted if it is determined that Councilman Egdahl's participation
is necessary.
The Council concurred that the budget review schedule was
acceptable.
Crabb property sold Mr. Cole reported that the Crabb property has been sold,
but not to the City.
"Odd-even" gas Mr. Cole said the "odd-even" gas rationing has been approved
rationing approved by the State and by the County Board of Supervisors. He
will have copies of the rules for the service station opera-
tors on Wednesday, May 9. The rules must be posted at each
station, and the retail operators may call 236-3800 if they
have any questions.
Request for Executive The City Manager requested that an Executive Session be
Session held for discussion of potential litigation.
Motion for Executive It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott
Session and unanimously carried that an Executive Session be held
at the conclusion of the agenda as requested.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 9 - May 8, 1979
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
12. REPORT ON PORPOSAL TO In March 1979, the Council considered several proposed
INSTALL A RAISED CURB solutions to the traffic safety problem on East "L" Street
MEDIAN ON EAST "L" between Melrose and Nacion Avenues, and staff was directed
STREET AND/OR A TRAFFIC to bring back the cost comparison of a raised curb median
SIGNAL AT EAST "L" STREET/ vs. a traffic signal to dete~rmine which project would compe~
MELROSE AVENUE for FY79-80 Capital Improvement Program funds.
City Engineer Lippitt submitted an in-depth report noting
a major concern was that the installation of a signal at
Melrose would be more dangerous than the existing situation
due to the short sight distance for westbound vehicles over
the hill creating a potential for rear-end collisions.
Staff recommended the installation of a raised curb median
with the estimated cost at $47,000 (including necessary
street widening) vs. $69,000 for a signal plus a yearly
maintenance cost of $3,000 for the signal.
Discussion Traffic Engineer Hansen briefly answered questions concern-
ing left-turn pockets, and loss of parking, and provisions
for "U" turns.
J. O. Lee Solomon Mr. Solomon clarified that the 4-2 vote of the Safety
Vice Chairman Commission was due to the fact that they favored a signal
Safety Commission and a raised median, but did not agree on which would take
priority, thus the final recommendation on the signal.
Helen Paprocki Mrs. Paprocki read a letter submitted by G. R. Thomas of
942 Monterey Court 931 Monterey Court presenting arguments against the raised
Chula Vista median and in support of the traffic signal. Mrs. Paprocki
said she also supported the installation of a signal.
Joseph G. Felber Mr. Felber commented on the increase in traffic in this
945 Monterey Court area created by the College and said the signals installed
Chula Vista on "L" at First and Second were needed less than this one
being requested. He was not in favor of the median.
Felix Paprocki Mr. Paprocki spoke against the traffic pattern that would
942 Monterey Court be created by the raised median on "L" Street
Chula Vista
Best solution is both In answer to a question from Councilman Egdahl, Mr. Lippitt
signal and median said if it was not a choice between the signal and the
median, staff would recommend both as being the best solutio
to the problem.
Council discussion Council discussion followed concerning the various aspects
of this problem - costs, accidents, speed control, left
and right turns onto and off of "L" Street and the limited
si~t distance at the crest of the hill.
Motion for traffic It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox and
divider unanimously carried that the staff recommendation be accepte
and that the Council proceed and schedule for consideration
under the Capital Improvement Program for next year a proj-
ect which would call for the construction of a traffic
divider lane between Melrose and Nacion on East "L" Street.
David Love Mr. Love said he would not have purchased his home on
924 Monterey Court Monterey Court if he had known the Council would take the
Chula Vista action they did this evening.
Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. - 10 - May 8, 1979
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS PdND DEPARTMENT HEADS (Cont.)
13. REPORT ON EEASTER In a w~itten statement, the Director of Parks and Recreati0~
SCHOOL NEIGHBORHOOD reported that the Feaster School Neighborhood Par~, budget-
PARK DEVELOPMENT ed in the 1978-79 Community Block Orant Program, is on the
grounds of Feaster Elementary School and is being developed
as a joint project by the City and the SchOol District.
Construction is scheduled to start the week of June 18,
1979 with the grading and concrete work done bypriVate
contractors and the irrigation, planting and equipment'
installation done by City forces.
Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by COuncilman
Scott and unanimously carried that the report be accepted.
14. REPORT ON LANDSCAPING Director of Planning Peterson reported that the plan for
ON THIRD AVENUE AT development of this property was approved in November 1978
NL~NNIS' OLD PROPERTY and the paving was delayed due to the rainy weather. He
said the paving was completed shout 10 days ago and it is
anticipated the landscaping will be installed soon in
accordance with the plan. Staff will continue to monitor
this situation.
iS. REPORT ON LACK OF Mr. Peterson stated the plan does have landscaping pro-
LANDSCAPING AT TEXACO visions and the delay was authorized pending the installati~
STATION ON BONITA ROAD of the sign. He said the sip. has now been instailed and
staff has been in contact with the.developer who has been
advised in writing that if the laadscaping is not installed!
this matter will be turned over to the City Attorney. The
developer has now informed staff that the landscaping will
be started this week.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Move of Personnel In answer to a question from Mayor Hyde, City Manager Cole
Department and referred to the memorandum from the Deputy City Manager
disposition of annex concerning the removal of the annex at the Library and the
move of the Personnel Department in the next few weeks.
Invitation from Chula Mayor Hyde said a letter has been received from the Chula
Vista Garden Club Vista Garden Club inviting the Councilmembers to attend
the annual scholarship benefit luncheon at Rohr Manor at
4548 Sweetwater Road on Wednesday, May 16 at 12 noon.
Lack of identification Mayor Hyde noted the Public Services Building does not
for new building have an identification plaque.
Motion for plaque for It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott
Public Services Building and unanimously carried that an appropriate plaque similar
to those of the Police facility and the Library be drafted,
approved by the Council and installed.
COUNCIL CONglENTS
Interest of American Councilman Cox asked if the American Youth Hostel is still
Youth HOstel in annex interested in using the annex building by the library.
building
City Manager Cole said a Mr. Dickson called yesterday. He
was informed the usual procedure would be foliowed in
disposing of the building and that the Deputy City Manager
will keep him advised of the process.
Held Tuesday ~ 7:00 p.m. - 11 - May 8,197~
COUNCIL COMMENTS (Cont.)
Recommendation from Councilman Gillow referred to the memorandum from thg
Visitor Industry Committee Visitor Industry Committee concerning the (Copley) report,
noting that the Council had requested a recommendation on
the report by May 1S, 1979.
Motion to consider It was moved by Councilman Gillow,I seconded by Councilman
report and recommendation Scott and unanimously carried that since this matter will
on May 17 be considered during budget sessions on May 17, that the '
report be considered at that time.
Item added to Councilman Gillow said he would liketo ad~ an:"Item. S~ to
recommendation to support the memorandum that states the two v~s~tor centers would
visitor centers be supported by the City.
Pending items Councilman Gillow referred to the list of pending items
submitted each week. He suggested it would be appropriate
4o review these items and determine those which should be
considered and those which could be eliminated.
Motion to consider It was moved by Councilman Gillow that an item be scheduled
pending items at a at a Council Conference to look at all the pending items.
Council Conference Mayor Hyde seconded the motion with the suggestion that it
be modified and instead of a Council Conference that this
be an agenda item at a regular meeting.
Councilman Scott recommended that the Councilmembers rank
these items individually and then make a joint decision.
Motion restated Councilman Gillow changed his motion to state that this
and carried matter be scheduled for a regular Council meeting in two
weeks and to include Councilman Scott's suggestion. Mayor
Hyde agreed to the second and the motion carried unanimously
Status report on In answer to a request from Councilman Scott for a status
visual aids to be report on the visual aid problem, Deputy City Manager Robens
made next week said he has discussed this with the Architect and a report
will be made to the Council next week.
EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting recessed to Executive Session at 9:04 p.m. with
the City Clerk excused. The City Manager was appointed
Deputy City Clerk Pro Tempore and he reported that the meet-
ing reconvened at 9:33 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 9:36 p.m. to the budget
session scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 1979 at 8:00 a.m.
in the Council Chamhers.
DEPUTY CITY CLERK