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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1977/11/03 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Thursday - 4:17 p.m. November 3, 1977 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held on the above date beginning at 4:17 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue. ROLL CALL Councilmen present: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Mayor Hyde Councilmen absent: Councilmen Mobel, Egdahl Staff present: Acting City Manager Asmus, Director of Public Works Roberts, Director of Parks & Recreation Hall, Superintendent of Parks Bradstreet, Assistant City Attorney Harron 1. CONSIDERATION OF CIVIC Director of Public Works Robens submitted a renovation CENTER RENOVATION BID funding summary sheet explaining the alternates of funding the project. The low bid for the project came in at $1,983,0001 furniture will cost approximately $180,000; project coordinator's salary will be $19,000; and City Hall Renovation is estimated at $250,000 or a total of $2,432,000. Plaza Mr. Robens stated that the contractor is allowing the City 30 to 60 days in which to decide definitely whether or not it wants to go ahead with the construction of the plaza at the cost of $158,000. Acting City Manager Asmus remarked that it would be his recommendation, and that of the Director of Public Works, to award the contract in the amount of $1,983,000 and use the 60 days to make a decision on the plaza. He personally would favor constructing the plaza. Motion to award contract It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the staff be directed to go ahead and execute the contract at the bid price and indicate its desire to reserve the option to delete all of the plaza projects totalling $158,000 within the 30 or 60-day period. 2. PARK VANDALISM Director of Parks & Recreation Hall showed a slide presenta- tion depicting scenes of vandalism occuring in the City's parks,which he stated has now become a serious problem. In the past, the staff did not make an issue of the vandalism since it then becomes a game with the culprits. Mr. Hall said he is now recommending that a community effort be inaugurated to apprehend and punish the of- fenders. He added that perhaps an incentive, such as a reward,could be offered in helping the police apprehend the violators. Mr. Hall added that all public agencies as well as the schools could be approached for their support. Chief Winters, in answer to Council's inquiries, declared that the police are seldom able to catch these persons in the act. He noted the penalties of those that are ap- prehended adding that the "J" Street Marina has experienced the most destruction with Greg Rogers Park as second. He recommended that the City contact the Unified Port District for permission to put up a gate and lock the marina at night. Adjourned Regular Meeting -2- November 3, 1977 Discussion Council discussion followed regarding the type of van- dalism; the park ranger and his hours and duties; closing of the rest rooms; closing the parks after 11:00 p.m.; enlisting the aid of all public organizations, such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, etc. to stop park vandalism; cost to the City per year; use of trailers at the park sites; posting signs at the various parks which are im- mediately torn down; giving the offenders a warning the first time and then citing them a second time; concurrence that it should now become a public-supported program. Motion to combat vandalism It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that staff be directed to pursue preparation of a program to combat vandalism in the City of Chula Vista by all means avail- able to the City. Mayor Hyde said he would lend the support of his office to work with the staff - that discussions should be held with the staff, police and Parks & Recreation Commission, and as much publicity given the matter as possible. Mr. Hall commented that the Beautification Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, of which Ken Kolk is Chairman, has already indicated its support. Motion to contact Port It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman District for gate at Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the "J" Street marina staff be directed to contact the Port District and ask them to place a gate at the "J" Street marina which will be monitored by the City of Chula Vista so that it (City) can secure that facility at night. Acting City Manager Asmus indicated that the gate may not be the ultimate answer, and that the staff will check into other alternatives. Audience comments Mrs. Van Cleave said she lived near the 1-805 freeway and discussed the noise factor generated by the volumes of traffic. She spoke of the need for recreational facilities for the children of this City. 3. STATUS REPORT ON EXPANSION Director of Parks & Recreation Hall referred to the OF GREG ROGERS PARK/LOCA- written report submitted to the Council. He submitted TION OF FIRE TRAINING a map showing possible expansion areas to the east of FACILITIES the existing park. The area proposed (20.33 acres) is currently owned by United Enterprises, zoned R-1 and assessed at $9,000 an acre. Staff met with officials of United Enterprises and it was indicated that the land purchase may be made possible through condemnation proceedings (friendly). Mr. Hall declared that it is his strong desire to put in a lighted field here. Fire Training Facility Acting Fire Chief Longerbone stated that he and his staff favorably recommend the area as noted by the Parks & Recreation Director for the multi-use sports and fire training facility. The 20.33 acres is generally located south of East Naples Street, east of Greg Rogers Park and traversed by the SDG&E easement. Acting Fire Chief Longerbone noted the other facilities investigated by staff since 1971 indicating this was the most centrally located. It would be his recommendation to go with a regional facility with the possibility of a joint powers agreement. Adjourned Regular Meeting -3- November 3, 1977 Council discussion Discussion ensued regarding the facility at Lakeside/ Santee; the amount of noise generated by the facility; the cost of the project; other governmental entities interested in a joint powers; location of the proposed facility; other suitable locations in the City. Acting City Manager's Acting City Manager Asmus commented that the staff had recommendation no specific recommendation to make on the fire training facility. He would like to pursue this matter further along with the proposed expansion of Greg Rogers Park. Motion for staff direction It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried by those present that staff be directed to explore further the feasibility of expanding Greg Rogers Park and also pursue a joint powers agreement for the fire fighters' facility adjacent to Greg Rogers Park. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 5:53 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, 1977 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall.