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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1978/05/23 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR ~EETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, ,CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. May 23, 1978 The Council met in the Council Chamber at the City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, on the above date at 7:00 P.M. with the following Councilmen present: COUNCILMEN Hvde. Hobel. Cox. Scott Absent: Councilman E~dahl ADJOURNMENT The M~¥or adjourned the meeting until Thursdayr May 25, 1978 4:00 at~¢~8 P.M~ in the ~~l~a~x~Council Conference Room), City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. I, JANE A. DIEDRICHS, Deputy 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 Council at the meeting of May 23, 1978 AFFIDAVIT O~' POSTING O~DER :;TATE OF CALIFORNIA ) OF ADJOUP~LME~IT OF .~JETING COO~TY OF SAN DIEGO ) Ss. CITY OF C[{~-LA VISTA I, Jane A. Diedrichs, be!.nq duly sworn de~ose and ~ay: That I am the duly choson~ q~mlfffed and acting Deputy City Clerk of the Council of th~ City of Chuls Vista; That the re_g_ular meeting of the council of the City of Chula Vista was held T.uesday, Ma~.. 23, 1978.. _.. and said meeting was adjourned to the ~-%me and place as specified in the order of adjournment ATTACHED HERETO: That on May 24, 1978 .... 5t the hour of 8:00 am I posted a copy of said order at a conspicuous place on or near the door of th~ place at which said meeting of May 23, 1978 was held. /' <' Deputy City C].erk Subzcribed and sworn to before me is MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. May 23, 1978 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, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue. ROLL CALL Councilmen present: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Hobel, Cox, Scott Councilmen absent: Councilman Egdahl Staff present: City Manager Cole, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager Asmus, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Public Works Robens, Director of Parks and Recreation Hall, Director of Finance Grant, Community Development Director Desrochers, Transit Coordi- nator Jack Bloom, City Librarian Simon 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 Hobel and unanimously carried by those present that the minutes of the meetings of May 4, 11, 12 and 16 (2 sets), 1978 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY a. PROCLAMATION - In recognition of "Parks and Recreation Month" several PROCLAIMING THE major events have been planned in the City, including the MONTH OF JUNE AS dedication of Loma Verde SDG&E Easement Park on Saturday, "PARKS AND RECREATION June 3, 1978; free swimming at the City pools 2 days MONTH" IN THE CITY during one week-end; and open house at recreation facilities OF CHULA VISTA from June 24 to June 30, 1978. Mayor Hyde presented the Proclamation to Mr. Emerson Hall, Director of Parks and Recreation. b. PRESENTATION BY (Deleted from the Agenda - Mr. Campbell could not be PORT CO~4MISSIONER present.) C. R. CAMPBELL ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING Mayor Hyde announced for the benefit of citizens in the AGENDA ITEM 15 audience that Agenda Item No. 15 is not a public hearing and that it would not be appropriate to accept comments from the public on this item. He invited interested parties to make comments, if any, regarding mobile home park zoning in general under Oral Communications. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Thomas C. Stille Mr. Stille said he was speaking on behalf of the Chula President Vista Police Officers Association regarding vacation Chula Vista Police procedures. He outlined events occurring subsequent to Officers Association the proceduro5 being approved by Council limiting employees to a maximum accumulation of vacation time to two years. City Council Meeting -2- May 23, 1978 He noted that Personnel Department clarified the new vacation ruling, stating that any vacation time not used over the two-year limitation would be lost by employees. The date of August 17, 1977wa$ the cut-off date in which to comply with the new procedure. Mr. Stille explained that this has created a scheduling problem for police employees which they have not been able to resolve, although the Council, at a previous meeting, had directed that the matter be handled in meet and confer sessions. Request that vacation Mr. Stille asked that the Council re-affirm their position procedure be handled that this issue is subject to meet and confer and not by at meet and confer memorandum directing police officers to take their vacation sessions or lose it. In response to a query from Mayor Hyde, City Manager Cole said the memorandum alerting employees to their maximum accumulation of vacation time was sent to all employees as there was concern that there is still a problem in this area. Suggestion that Assistant City Manager Asmus suggested that the records records be researched be researched to clarify statements made by Mr. Stille and Council directions concerning this matter. Motion for staff It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott comments at Council and unanimously carried by those present that this matter Conference - May 25 be referred to staff with the request that they comment on the remarks of Officer Stille at the Thursday afternoon meeting (Council Conference) at which time the Council can determine what action should be taken. Richard Carver Mr. Carver said he was representing a group of people in 1342 Santa Cruz the E1 Rancho del Rey area who are concerned about a Chula Vista 92010 building in the Civic Center that is proposed to be moved to the E1 Rancho park area on Buena Vista Way. He asked what the intent is in this regard. Community Development Mayor Hyde explained that the building currently being building to be used used by the Community Development staff is to be moved as recreation facility out into the Rancho del Rey area where it is to be utilized as a recreation facility and by the Parks and Recreation Department staff in serving the needs of that community. Petition presented Mr. Carver presented a petition with 24 signatures of in protest citizens in the area in protest, expressing their concern that the building will take up significant space and will not Fit in with the decor of other buildings in that area; also, they are concerned that it is a potential vandalism hazard. Facility planned as a Director of Parks and Recreation Hall said that this mini recreation center move ha5 been proposed for some time and that it will be a very limited or mini recreation center for this particular location, with the building placed to minimize the loss of space or view. The facility had been discussed with some interested residents of the area. Motion for staff to It was moved by Councilman Cox and seconded by Councilman meet with citizens Scott that Mr. Hall be directed to meet with Mr. Carver and representatives of the people in the neighborhood and report back to the Council, if possible, at the next Council meeting - an oral report on June 6, 1978. Problem in delaying move Mr. Hall stated that it will createaproblem if the move is delayed until June 6, 1978. City Council Meeting -3- May 23, 1978 Suggestion that meeting Councilman Cox suggested that if it is possible, the be held immediately meeting could be arranged for Wednesday evening with a report to the Council at the Council Conference on Thursday. The Council concurred, if this can be arranged. Motion carried The motion for a report carried unanimously by those present. Thomas R. Basinski Officer Basinski said he wished to address the Council 276 Fourth Avenue concerning some problems facing the Chula Vista Police Department and was speaking as an individual and not as a representative of the Police Officers' Association. He discussed the problem of lack of cooperation from the District Attorney's office in police matters. Suggestion to refer City Attorney Lindberg said that this was not the proper matter to City Attorney forum for these comments. He suggested that the matter be referred to his office for further handling. Council interest Councilman Scott indicated that he would like to hear Officer Basinski's comments. The Council concurred. Request for consideration Mr. Basinski outlined the pressures and frustrations and understanding faced by police officers along with the risk of physical harm, and asked that consideration and understanding be given concerning these matters to preclude problems and further frustrations. Paul Peterson, Attorney Mr. Peterson requested permission to speak on Agenda 530 "B" Street Item No. 15 (Palace Gardens Mobile Home Park), stating San Diego he would like to make brief comments on salient factors since the matter has been referred to the Planning Com- mission and is now back before the Council. Additional testimony In answer to a query from Mayor Hyde, City Attorney Lindberg inappropriate said that such comments would not be appropriate as the public hearing has been closed and the Mayor has indicated there would be no testimony taken from either party at this time. 4. WRITTEN COM~JNICATIONS (None) PUBLIC HEARING AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCE 5. PUBLIC HEARING - The City Council has authorized the acquisition of two INTENT TO ACQUIRE AND additional parking lots in Parking District No. 1. The IMPROVE ADDITIONAL PARK- Ordinance adds to the parking lots two additional parcels ING LOTS WITHIN CHULA to be acquired and improved and the resolutions provide VISTA PARKING DISTRICT #1 for administrative handling of the acquisition and improve- ments. Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded by Councilman Items 5 through Se Scott, that because of the upcoming election, that this until June 15, 1978 item be continued until the 13th of June for consideration by the Council - referring to Item 5 and subsequent Items Sa through Se. Councilman Hobel clarified that the reason is becuase of the fiscal impact the ballot measure - Proposition 15 - would have to the City and that to encumber funds at this time would not be proper. Motion carried The motion to continue carried unanimously by those present. City Council Meeting -4- May 23, 1978 Sa. ORDINANCE - (Continued to June 13, 1978) AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 847 DESCRIBING THE ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE MADE ON ADDITIONAL PARKING LOTS WITHIN CHULA VISTA PARKING DISTRICT #1 Sb. RESOLUTION - (Continued to June 13, 1978) INTENT TO CONDEMN PROPERTY OWNED BY ANSEL AND MARJORIE WATROUS FOR USE AS A PARKING LOT IN CHULA VISTA PARKING DISTRICT #1 5c. RESOLUTION - (Continued to June 13, 1978) INTENT TO CONDEMN PROPERTY OWNED BY MARJORIE RODRIGUEZ FOR USE AS A PRKING LOT IN CHULA VISTA PARKING DISTRICT #1 5d. RESOLUTION - (Continued to June 13, 1978) ESTABLISHING AND CREATING CONSTRUCTION AND ACQUISITION FUND FOR USE OF PARKING DISTRICT #1 AND TRANS- FERRING $80,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND Se. RESOLUTION - (Continued to June 13, 1978) ESTABLISHING A RE- PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR A LOAN TO THE PARKING DISTRICT CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Cox and seconded by Councilman (Items 6 through 10) Hobel that the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted. Request to hold Mayor Hyde asked that Item 9 be considered separately. Item 9 The Council concurred. Motion carried The motion to approve the Consent Calendar, withholding Item 9, carried unanimously by those present. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 9108 - Mike Masanovich Construction Company has completed the ACCEPTING PUBLIC project and a final inspection was made on April 20, IMPROVEMENTS, WHITNEY 1978. Engineering staff has reviewed the project and STREET, CLAIRE AVENUE has determined that it has been completed in accordance STORM DRAIN BETWEEN with the contract documents and approved plans. "H" AND "I" STREETS City Council Meeting -5- May 23, 1978 7. RESOLUTION NO. 9109 - Robinhood Homes has granted to the City a two-foot strip ACCEPTING EASEMENT FOR of land for street purposes across the front of their STREET PURPOSES AT property at 3650 Main Street. 3650 MAIN STREET - ROBINHOOD HOMES, INC. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 9110 - One of the conditions for the approval of Tentative Parcel ACCEPTING GRANT OF Map No. 76-19 was for the developer to construct the ultimate EASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE concrete drainage channel improvement within the property. PURPOSES FROM MURAT The drainage channel has been constructed and on March 24, AND PEGGY SHEKEM - 1978 Murat and Peggy Shekem, the new property owners, TENTATIVE PARCEL granted the required easement for drainage purposes to MAP 76-19 the City. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 9111 - (Item 9 considered under RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCE, FIRST SETTING DATE FOR PUBLIC READING.) (see below) HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF BUDGET 10. RESOLUTION NO. 9112 - In accordance with the Government Code, the City Treasurer TRANSFERRING UNCLAIMED has published a Notice of Unclaimed Monies in the amount MONIES FROM THE CASH of $1,072.94 which have remained in the City Treasury for BOND DEPOSIT FUND TO more than three years. No verified claim has been filed THE GENERAL FUND to recover the money. In accordance with the Code, the money may become the property of the City and transferred by legislative action to the General Fund. (END OF CONSENT CALENDAR) RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCE, FIRST READING 9. RESOLUTION NO. 9111 - The City Charter requires that a public hearing be set SETTING DATE FOR PUBLIC to provide for citizen comment on the fiscal 1978-79 HEARING TO CONSIDER budget. The resolution sets the date of June 20, 1978 ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET for the public hearing. FOR FY 1978-1979 Suggestion for alternate Mayor Hyde said he will be attending a meeting of the date for public hearing U.S. Conference of Mayors on June 20 and will not be present at the Council meeting. He suggested that the Council consider an alternate date for the public hearing. Council discussion Council discussion ensued concerning an appropriate date, and the time lines involved, including necessity for public hearing on Revenue Sharing funds prior to adoption of the budget. Motion to amend Resolution It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman and hold public hearing Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the at 7:00 p.m. 6/22/78 public hearing be scheduled for June 22, 1978 and the public notice be given for the hour of 7:00 p.m. Resolution offered, Offered by Mayor Hyde, as amended, the reading of the as amended text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Nobel, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl City Council Meeting -6- May 23, 1978 UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEM 10A. RESOLUTION NO. 9113 - A Grant Deed has been executed by the South Pacific District ACCEPTING GRANT DEED of the Christian & Missionary Alliance granting certain TO REAL PROPERTY FROM real property to the City for improvement of Telegraph THE SOUTH PACIFIC Canyon Road as part of E1 Rancho del Rey Unit #5. DISTRICT OF THE CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE 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 Scott, Hobel, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 11. RESOLUTION NO. 9114 - The final map for Shepherdville Subdivision has been APPROVING FINAL MAP AND checked by the Engineering Division and found to be in SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT conformity with the Tentative Map approved on August 9, AGREEMENT FOR SHEPHERD- 1977. Robert S. and Margaret A. Eldred, owners, have paid VILLE SUBDIVISION all fees and submitted all bonds and required documents. The agreement and surety bonds guarantee the installation of the public improvements. 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 Scott, Hobel, Cox Noes: None Absent: Councilman fgdahl 12. RESOLUTION NO. 9115 - Staff has planned several special events during the month AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER of June to acquaint citizens with the park facilities OF SWIMMING POOL FEES and recreation programs available to them. Free swimming FOR FOUR DAYS DURING in all City pools on June 3 and 4 and June 17 and 18 is THE MONTH OF JUNE, 1978 one of the special events. Free swimming on two In answer to a query from Mayor Hyde regarding free weekends questioned swimming on two weekends, Director of Parks and Recreation Hall explained that the reason was to get people familiar with the pools and to encourage more frequent use of the pools, and if they could not use the pool the first weekend, they could take advantage of the free swimming on the second weekend when the most events are being scheduled. He said many new people in the community do come out for these events. It moved that the free use of the pools Motion to limit was by Mayor Hyde free use of pools be limited to two days on one weekend - whichever weekend to one weekend the staff consider5 most desirable. No second to motion The motion died for lack of a second. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text waived by unanimous consent of those present. Speaking against Councilman Scott spoke against the free use of the pools, resolution stating he did not see the need and was not aware that there was a problem with the use of the pools. He said he would like to have more information on this. City Council Meeting -7- May 23, 1978 Resolution as Resolution offering four days free swimming failed by presented failed the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilmen Cox, Hobel NOES: Mayor Hyde, Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl Motion to amend It was moved by Councilman Cox and seconded by Mayor Hyde resolution that the Parks and Recreation Department be authorized to waive the swimming pool fees for two days during the month of June - on either weekend of their choice. Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hobel, Hyde Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl Resolution offered, Offered by Mayor Hyde, as amended, the reading of the as amended text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Hobel, Cox Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl 13. RESOLUTION NO. 9116 - A proposed agreement has been received from San Diego APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH Transit Corporation reflecting current projected financing, SPJq DIEGO TRANSIT CORPO- and an amended agreement will be submitted when financial RATION FOR PROVISIONS OF data are complete. Staff recommended that SDTC add an INTER-CITY BUS SERVICES additional bus to coincide with its 7:00 a.m. northbound DURING FY 1978-79 Route 100 trip, and that the agreement be approved with the recommended service changes passed on to the SDTC. Claude Page In answer to a question from Mayor Hyde concerning the Transit Coordinator proposed reduction of Route 100 and its relationship to San Diego Transit Route 32, Mr. Page said that the route evaluation has not been completed for the system, but that Route 100 has not been cost effective. A decision has not yet been made on this Route. Council discussion An indepth discussion ensued between Council, staff and Mr. Page concerning (1) anticipated 40% increase in capacity on Route 32 with implementation of articulated buses (in September); (2) buses starting in Chula Vista; (3) City pays the same rate and is not getting the same service; (4) contract for level of service has increased; (5) complaints from citizens; (6) cost per mile increase (from $2.02 to $2.27); (7) possibility of Route 100 being dropped; (8) and local representation on San Diego Transit Board. Staff recommendation In response to a query from Mayor Hyde, Director of Public Works Robens said that staff is recommending approval of the agreement. Suggestion to contact Mr. Page suggested that the City continue to negotiate City representative with the Transit Board regarding Route 100 and that the to Transit Board City's representative, Bob Dailey, be contacted in this regard. Mayor to attend Transit Coordinator Bloom recommended that a member of Transit meeting the staff or the Mayor attend a Board meeting and express the City's concerns. Mayor Hyde indicated that he will attend the meeting. City Council Meeting -8- May 23, 1978 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl Motion to discuss It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Cox concerns with City and unaniously carried by those present that the staff representative arrange for a meeting at a Council Conference as soon as possible with Mr. Dailey, the City's representative, to discuss problems relating to the contract and give the Council an opportunity to convey its concerns to him. 14. RESOLUTION NO. 9117 - On April 25, 1978 the Council advised staff to look into APPROVING AMENDED the situation of commercialization with regard to Library POLICY FOR USE OF activities and to recommend a procedure to be utilized LIBRARY MEETING ROOMS to avoid using commercial advertising at the Library. The "Policy for Use of Public Rooms" has been changed to exclude commercial use and to add emphasis and clarity to limitations of use of the Library meeting rooms. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Cox, Hyde, Scott Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl RECESS A recess was called at 8:30 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 8:42 p.m. 15. REPORT ON PROPOSED In a written report, the Director of Planning outlined the REZONING OF PALACE sequence of events in Council consideration of the request GARDENS MOBILE HOME to rezone the Palace Gardens Mobile Home Park from R-3 to PARK FROM R-3 TO R-3-L-"M" and the Council's request on April 25 that the R-3-L-"~'Planning Commission consider R-3-P-17-"M" zoning. On May 17, 1978 the Planning Commission voted to reaffirm their previous recommendations that the Mobile Home Park be rezoned to R-3-L-"M". Planning Commission Councilman Scott questioned if the Planning Commission recommendation questioned considered zoning something between 12 units per acre and 17 units per acre. Director of Planning Peterson said the Planning Commission did consider areas in between 12 and 17, but not at great length. Council discussion Council discussion followed concerning the direction given to the Planning Commission. Motion to rezone from It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded by Councilman R-3 to R-3-P-17-"M" Cox that the proposed rezoning for the Palace Gardens Mobile Home Park go from R-3 to R-3-P-17-"M". Speaking against motion Mayor Hyde spoke against the motion, stating the matter was referred back to the Commission to consider something closer to the level recommended by staff of 12 (units per City Council Meeting -9- May 23, 1978 Council discussion Council discussion followed concerning the various rezonings in this area - rezoning downward of R-3 properties; holding the matter for a full Council; and the direction given to the Planning Commission for further advice on the proper zoning. Substitue motion to It was moved by Mayor Hyde that this matter be continued continue item until June 6, 1978 when there is a full Council. NO second to substitute The substitute motion died for lack of a second. motion Original motion The original motion (for R-5-P-17-"M") failed by the following vote, to-wit: Ayes: Councilmen Hobel, Cox NOES: Mayor Hyde, Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl Motion to consider It was moved by Councilman Cox and seconded by Mayor Hyde on June 6, 1978 that this matter be brought back on June 6. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Scott Noes: Councilman Hobel Absent: Councilman Egdahl Motion to make tapes It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded by Mayor available to Council Hyde that the tapes be pulled to see what the motion was (to the Planning Commission) and what the direction was to the Planning Director and as conveyed to the Planning Commission; and this information be available as backup for the meeting of June 6, 1978. Question regarding Councilman Scott asked if it was a legitimate request of request of Planning the Planning Commission to consider other than R-S-L-"M" Commission as recommended. He expressed his concern regarding the same report being received. Planning Commission City Attorney Lindberg responded that the Planning Com- can reaffirm previous mission could come back and reiterate their previous action recommendation of 12 units per acre. Motion clarified Councilman Hobel clarified that the motion included the tape from the Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried The motion to make tapes available to Council carried unanimously by those present. ISa. ORDINANCE - (Continued until June 6, 1978) AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE ZONE OF 30.50 ACRES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF QUINTARD STREET AND SECOND AVENUE FROM R-3 TO R-3-L-"M" - FIRST READING City Council Meeting -10- May 23, 1978 CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES 16. RESOLUTION NO. 9118 - The applicant submitted a tentative subdivision map, Touch APPROVING TENTATIVE of Spain, in order to convert a 16 unit apartment project SUBDIVISION MAP FOR into condominiums at 383 Mankato Street in the R-3 zone. "TOUCH OF SPAIN" On April 26, 1978 the Planning Commission recommended (Continued from approval in accordance with their Resolution PCS-78-3. May 16, 1978) On May 16, 1978 the Council continued action on this resolution until tonight so the City Attorney could be present to advise the Council on the legal aspects of this matter. Question regarding Councilman Scott questioned if it would be appropriate conversion requirements for the Council, in approving a tentative subdivision for apartments map to change apartments to condominiums, to require the apartments to have the identical requirements as if constructed as condominiums. No policy or ordinance City Attorney Lindberg responded that the Council has covering conversions considered the matter of conversions of apartment units and considered the problems of converting older apartment buildings to meet standards of condominiums, but there is no policy or ordinance in effect at the present time. Council discussion Council discussion followed regarding problems in placing conditions on approval of tentative maps to require apart- ments to meet todays' standards of condominiums; differences, if any, in requirements for new apartments and new con- dominiums; concern in converting apartments which may become sub-standard condominiums; and the need for low and moderate income housing. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Cox, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent of those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Cox, Hyde, Hobel Noes: Councilman Scott Absent: Councilman Egdahl Motion for report It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde on difference in and unanimously carried by those present that the staff requirements for be directed to bring back a report stating what the dif- apartments and ferences are between the regulations of apartments and condominiums condominiums, and have it back to the Council on Jtme 6, 1978. Motion to hold further It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman conversions pending Scott that the Council not consider any more apartment adoption of policy conversions to condominiums until it has had an opportunity to consider adoption of a policy to be followed in such converMons. Council discussion Council discussion followed concerning requirements to be covered in the policy; economics involved; motion is to consider whether a policy should be adopted; that the motion establishes a moratorium on conversions; and the shortage of low and moderate income housing. Speaking against motion Councilman Hobel spoke against the motion as he was not in favor of establishing a moratorium. Councilman Cox spoke against it as he did not wish to have any pending conversions delayed. City Council Meeting -11- May 23, 1978 Amendment to motion It was moved by Mayor Hyde that the motion be amended to exempt those that have been processed through the Planning Commission~ Councilman Scott did not agree as the second. Motion to hold The main motion failed by the following vote, to-wit: conversions pending policy failed Ayes: Mayor Hyde, Councilman Scott NOES: Councilmen Hobel, Cox Absent: Councilman Egdahl 17. ORDINANCE NO. 1797 - During the past 4-1/2 years of use, the need for several AMENDING CHARTER 15.04 modifications to the City's Grading Ordinance has become OF THE CITY CODE IN apparent. Additionally, the City has adopted a new REGARD TO EXCAVATION, landscape Manual which necessitates some of the proposed GRADING AND FILLS - changes. The ordinance was placed on first reading on SECOND READING AND May 16, 1978. ADOPTION Ordinance placed It was moved by Councilman Scott 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 Scott, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Councilman Egdahl 18. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Request for Executive City Manager Cole asked that an Executive Session be Session held at the conclusion of the agenda to discuss salary negotiations. Motion for Executive It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott Session and unanimously carried by those present that an Executive Session be held as requested to consider salary negotiations. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 19. REPORT ON REMODELING Director of Community Development Desrochers said that OF LA BELLA PIZZA the plans for La Bella Pizza remodeling have been reviewed by the various departments, and the concept shows that it can be accomplished, but approval will have to be reserved until official plans can be prepared by an architect or engineer. Me said the plans are contingent on access from the parking lot. Drainage construction Director of Public Works Robens described in detail the drainage construction, the cost, the various alternatives available, and said that the City does not have the right of way or access to extend the parking lot as required. He said the area is actually a drainage way and expressed his concern that if the alley is paved as an access there will be flooding problems. Possibility of using In answer to a query from Councilman Cox, Mr. Roberts Redevelopment funds stated that if Redevelopment continues, in approximately one year Redevelopment funds could be used for this construction. City Council Meeting -12- May 23, 1978 City would gain Councilman Scott questioned what the benefit to the City parking spaces is in connection with the proposed project. Mr. Robens said that the City will gain 10 or 12 parking spaces if the parking lot is extended. Council discussion Discussion ensued concerning the drainage problems, the third drainage pipe to be installed, alternate costs and time elements, and acquisition of necessary easements. Joseph Rase Mr. Rase said the third pipe described is not needed as 157 Murray the two pipes now in are adequate. He also stated he Chula Vista would have no problem getting title or easements to the required land. Motion for staff report It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that on the plan presented by the staff tonight that all the loose ends be tied as far as buying property and what could or could not be done regarding the easements under the buildings, etc. - all loose ends to be tied and brought back to the Council as soon as possible. Report to be back In answer to a question from the Council, Director of in one month Public Works Robens said the report could be back to the Council in approximately one month in response to the indication from the Council that this is a priority item. REQUESTS AND RECO~qENDATIONS OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 20. RECOM~NDATION FOR On May 15, 1978 the Historical Site Board voted to recom- INCLUSION OF THE mend the designation of the "Starkey House" at 21 "F" "STARKEY HOUSE" - Street, as an historical site, omitting the regulations 21 "F" STREET - relative to control of demolition and/or renovation, and IN THE HISTORICAL to encourage the owner to maintain the site. SITE REGISTER Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that the recom- mendation be accepted. UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEM 21. RECOMMENDATION TO On May 18, 1978 the Parks and Recreation Commission CONTINUE WAIVER OF considered the referral of the Council regarding the FEES FOR USE OF LOMA request of the South Bay Filipino American Community VERDE RECREATION Association that their bingo games be co-sponsored by CENTER BY SOUTH BAY the Parks and Recreation Department and that they be FILIPINO AMERICAN "considered as part of a community-wide recreation COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION program in Group No. 2 category." The Commission was unable to reach a conclusion and since the waiver of fees for the group expires on May 22, it was the recommendation of the Conunis~ion that the Council grant an additional four month extension of the waiver. Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the recommendation be approved. City Council Meeting -13- May 23, 1978 MAYOR'S REPORT Letter of appreciation Mayor Hyde said he received a letter of appreciation from from City of National City Mayor Morgan of National City commending the Chula Vista Fire Department for their assistance and cooperation in handling the recent large scale fire at South Bay Plaza. Effective use of Councilman Scott said that the use of the Chula Vista telesquirt equipment telesquirt equipment was especially effective in control- ling this fire, according to statements from Acting Fire Chief Longerbone. Response from Mayor Hyde stated he had received a call from Governor Governor Brown's office Brown's office in response to the letter sent from the re: California Trans- Council expressing concern regarding the treatment given portation Commission the California League of Cities Transportation Committee and the County Supervisors Association by the newly created California Transportation Commission. The matter is being investigated and handled to assure that these organizations will be given an audience by the Commission. Request from Assemblyman Mayor Hyde reported that he had a visit from Corey Brown, Kapiloff for support of Aide to Assemblyman Kapiloff, who discussed the Bill proposed legislation proposed by Assemblyman Kapiloff to create a San Diego Regional Planning and Transportation Agency. A letter of support is being requested from the Council. Mayor Hyde outlined the request in detail and commented on the lack of information at this time. He asked Council direction as to a response. Motion not to send letter It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the Council not send a letter. Inadequate information The Council concurred that this action is taken due to to consider matter lack of information and time to consider the matter - and the position of the Council is neither negative nor positive. Mayor Hyde said he will convey action to Assemblyman Kapiloff. Library receives Mayor Hyde noted that the Chula Vista Public Library Merit Award was given a Merit Award in the American institute of Architects/American Library Association Awards Program for 1978. Request to change name Mayor Hyde said that a letter has been received from of Advisory Conunittee Councilman Scott as Chairman of the Advisory Committee for Visitors and on the Chula Vista Visitors & Convention Bureau requesting Convention Bureau that the title of the Committee be changed to "The Mayor's Visitor Industry Advisory Committee." Motion to approve change It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott of committee name and unanimously carried by those present that the request be approved. Request for funds Mayor Hyde referred to a letter received by the Council from South Bay Economic from the South Bay Economic Development Corporation Development Corporation requesting financial support in the amount of $10,000 for the coming year. He noted this request was not submitted during budget deliberations. Motion to refer to It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Mayor's Economic Advisory Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the Committee request be referred to the Mayor's Economic Advisory Committee for recommendation. City Council Meeting -14- May 23, 1978 COUNCIL COMMENTS Recommendation not to Councilman Hobel referred to information in the Council contact legislators packets concerning subsidized housing site control and noted the City Manager is recommending that the legisla- ture not be approached at this time concerning this matter. Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman recommendation Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the recommendation be approved. News item concerning Councilman Nobel referred to an item in the "Star-News" consultant report reporting that according to Gruen & Gruen, the Sanford R. Goodkin report was filed with inaccuracies and should not be regarded by the Planning Commission. Councilman Hobel asked for clarification of this matter from the staff. Questions raised by Director of Planning Peterson said that the Gruen report Gruen and Gruen had not been received at the time of the Planning Commission meeting, but in conversations he had with Gruen & Gruen about the Goodkin report, they had indicated that until the questions they have raised are clarified, they would not recommend that the Commission base any decisions on that report. He said Mr. Gruen indicated they would need more information from Sanford Goodkin before a conclusion can be reached. In answer to a query from Councilman Hobel, Mr. Peterson said the letter report was received from the Gruens the day after the Planning Commission meeting and a copy has been forwarded to Mr. Goodkin. Legislative Committee Councilman Cox said that the Legislative Committee is recommendations recommending that the Council take action concerning two Bills. The first is SB 1900 which limits the amount of LTF monies available state-wide for administering the LTF program. He said a new rider attached to this bill will adversely effect the City of Chula Vista. Motion to oppose SB 1900 It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hobe and unanimously carried by those present that SB 1900 be opposed, with a letter to be sent to Senator Mills and the appropriate Senate committee chairman. AB 2829 - Councilman Cox said the second Bill is AB 2829 - which Waiver of LTF limitation would waive the 50% LTF limitation for five consecutive years. Motion to support AB 2829 It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the Council support AB 2829. Status information Councilman Scott asked if information could be obtained requested on vapor concerning the status of the vapor recovery systems. recovery systems Director of Public Works Robens said he will check on this. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council recessed to Executive Session at 10:12 p.m. with the Deputy City Clerk excused. City Manager Cole was appointed Deputy City Clerk pro tempore. He reported that the meeting reconvened at 10:27 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 10:28 p.m. to the Council Conference (adjourned regular meeting) scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 1978 in the Council Conference Room, City ttall. Deputy City Clerk