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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1977/07/05 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA FISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. July 5, 1977 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Ckula 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, Egdahl Councilmen absent: None Staff present: Acting City Manager Asmus, City Attorney Lindberg, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Public Works Robens, Fire Chief (Bud) Smithe~, Transit Coordinator Conner 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 Cox and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meetings of June 25 and 28, 1977 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY a. INTRODUCTION OF Mayor Hyde introduced Mr. Ruiz. He is a member of the COUNCIL GUEST, Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce and is em- MIKE RUIZ ployed by the Automobile Clab of Southern California. Mr. Ruiz presented Councilman Hobel with a Certificate of Appreciation for serving as a reader judge in the recent academic competition on transportation sponsored by the Automobile Club for undergraduate college students in the Southern California area. b. OATH OF OFFICE TO City Clerk Jennie Fulasz administered the Oath of Office NEWLY APPOINTED to Don Painter and John Ventura, newly appointed Safety COMMISSIONERS Commissioners. c. PRESENTATION OF Mayor Hyde presented a 20-year Service Award to the following 20-YE;uR SERVICE Fire Department personnel: AWARDS Battalion Chief Kenneth R. Smithey, who was appointed to the Fire Department in July, 1957. He was promoted to Fire Engineer in 1960, to Fire Captain in 196S, and in 1971, he was promoted to his present position of Battalion Chief. Captain Charles R. Tussing, who was appointed as a Fireman in 1957, promoted to Engineer in 1960, and to Captain in 1969. Captain Richard B. Lesher, who was appointed as a Fireman in 19S7, promoted to Fire Engineer in 1960, and to Fire Captain 1965. Fire Chief William Smithey accepted the award on behalf of Captain Lesher who was unable to be present. City Council Meeting -2- July 5, 1977 d. PRESENTATION BY Mr. Campbell gave a brief update report to the Council on PORT COb~qlSSION£R, tke Bayfrent with comments including (1) progress on the C. R. CAMPBELL "J" Street Marina (an agreement has been approved and funds budgeted for the maintenance of the grounds and comfort station)) (2) problems of vandalism~ (3) report on the pro- gress of the contractor Ia detailed schedule of completion will be presented to the Council with the next report); (4) highlights of the Port District budget for 1977-78; (5) opposition of the Port District to the abandonment of the San Diego and Arizona Eastern Railway; and (6) the efforts of the Port District in seeking a variance from the State imposed noise regulations in connection with the operation of Lindberg Field. Mayor Hyde commented that at the monthly Mayor's breakfast scheduled for Monday, July II,Supervisor Lucille Moore will be speaking on the subject of the status of efforts of CORA (Committee Opposing Railway Abandonment) to prevent the abandonment of the SD&AE Railway. He invited Mr. Campbell to attend the breakfast. In answer to a query from Councilman Hobel, Mr. Campbell said he will check on Federal funds, if any, received by the Port District for terminal buildings. ORAL CO~qUNICATIONS Dan Hartley Mr. Hartley said he was Chairman of the Land Use and Plan- 4190 Bonita Road ning Committee for the Bonita Business and Professional Bonita Association. He read a letter addressed to the Council from the Association concerning the Sweetwater Community Plan which is to be reviewed by the County Board of Supervisors at a public hearing on July 14, 1977. The land area of the Plan includes portions of the City of Chula Vista,and the Association requested that the Council review the Plan and that an appropriate representative be provided at the 3uly 14 Supervisors' meeting. (A copy of the Bonita Business & Professional Association letter is on file in the City Clerk's office.) Council discussion followed concerning the fact that the Council Members have not yet received a copy of the Plan and have not had an opportunity to review it, and the con- flict in the meeting date of July 14 with two Council con- ferences scheduled for that date. Mayor Hyde said that there will be a representative from the staff - Mr. Norm Williams - present at the public hearing. In answer to a question from Mayor Hyde, City Attorney Lindberg said that the full hearing process would not be necessary if the Council only wishes to make an expression of general approval or disapproval of the Plan, but the Council might need background information from the staff before taking a stand of any kind. Suggestion for materials Councilman Scott suggested that material on the Sweetwater to be included in Council Community Plan be sent to the Council this weekend in the packets for next meeting Council packets for their individual review; and further consideration can he given at next Tuesday's meeting whether the Council wishes to generally support or oppose the plan, or take no action if there is not sufficient information. City Council Meeting -$- July 5, 1977 Motion for Sweetwater It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Community Plan materials Hobel and unanimously carried that material be sent in the to be on the next Council Council packets for review and that at next Tuesday's Coun- agenda (July 14) cil meeting (July 14), have it as an item on the Agenda. Jed Topping Mr. Topping described a problem in making a safe exit from 1425 Second Avenue a mobilehome park where he lives at 1425 Second Avenue. He Chula Vista 92011 stated that due to apartment units across the street, nu- merous cars are parked close to the exit, and with the heavy traffic it is difficult to make a safe exit onto Second Avenue. He asked if consideration could be given to red-curbing the driveway area the length of four of five cars so this hazard can be corrected. Motion to refer item It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman to Safety Commission Scott and unanimously carried that this item be referred and staff for report to the Safety Commission and the staff with a report back to the Council. 3. WRITTEN CO~qUNICATIONS a. REQUEST TO FILE LATE A request to file a late claim was submitted by Attorney CI~IM FOR DAMAGES - Joe Cordileone on behalf of Margaret Mary Adams, a minor, MARGARET /~ARY ADAMS who sustained injuries when struck by an automobile at Hilltop Drive and "E" Street on July 14, 1976. Motion to deny request It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that the request be denied. b. REQUEST TO HOLD The Chula Vista Art Guild submitted a written request for ART MART ON NEW permission to hold Art Marts, subject to staff conditions LIBRARY GROUNDS on the new Library grounds on the dates of August 13 and 14, October 8 and 9, and November 12 and 13, 1977. Motion to approve It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman request for Art Marts Scott and unanimously carried that the request be approved, subject to staff conditions. c. REQUEST FOR Fourteen (14) members of various Boards and Commissions REAPPOINTMENTS - have requested reappointment as follows: BOARDS AND CO~IqlSSIONS Patrick garajas Board of Appeals and Advisors Myron Dalseth Board of Appeals and Advisors Joseph Dordahl Civil Service Commission Rudy Ledesma Civil Service Commission Gayle McCandliss Environmental Control Commission/ Historical Site Board Carolyn Morgan Board of Ethics Joseph 0denthal Board of Ethics Joy Sheresh Human Relations Commission Martha Crouch International Friendship Commission Emma Gutierrez International Friendship Commission Don Ritchey Parking Place Commission (Continued on page 4) City Council Meeting -4- July 5, 1977 David Owens Parks and Recreation Commission Roy Johnson Planning Commission Gregory Attaway Safety Commission Motion to reappoint It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott members of Boards and unanimously carried that those members of Boards and and Commissions Commissions whose names are listed on "Exhibit 1" (see above) under 3c be reappointed for the term prescribed (July 1, 1977 through June 30, 1981). Vacancies posted The following commissioners have indicated they do not wish reappointment: Robert Skartvedt - Environmental Control Commission/ Historical Site Board Delbert Hughes - Parking Place Commission Grover Start - Planning Commission In accordance with the Maddy Appointive List Act, these three vacancies have been posted. The Council will be able to make appointments on or after July 12, 1977. Member of Library Board The term of Harry La Bore, member of the Library Board of of Trustees not eligible Trustees, expired June 30, 1977. He is not eligible for for reappointment reappointment, however, he has indicated he is willing to serve until a replacement is appointed by the Council. Concern that service Councilman Scott expressed his concern that there should on boards or commissions be some language - an appropriate resolution or ordinance - be limited beyond to indicate that a person who served two terms cannot con- expiration date tinue to serve on a board or commission more than a specified number of days, when the position would automatically become Charter amendment City Attorney Lindberg commented that any changes would required require a Charter amendment. It is something that could be examined. Mayor Hyde suggested that to preclude a problem, positions could remain vacant on expiration of terms until replacements are appointed. Motion for policy It was moved by Councilman Scott that the staff draw up a regarding vacancies policy whereby, after 50 days, if a person has served for two consecutive terms, that the seat is automatically vacant. No second to motion The motion died for lack of a second. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCE Mayor Hyde announced that Items 4, 5, and 6 were continued from the meeting of June 21 and would be considered together as related matters. He re-opened the public hearings on these items. City Council Meeting -5- July 5, 1977 4, PUBLIC HEARING - Director of Planning Peterson said that on June 21, 1977 CONSIDERATION OF the City Council denied an application seeking to rezone REZONING 3.4 ACRES 3.4 acres at the northwest corner of Fourth Avenue and "K" AT THE NORTHWEST Street from R-1 to R-i-5-P and referred the matter to the CORNER OF FOURTH Planning Commission as required by law. AVENUE AND "K" STREET FROM R-1 TO Mr. Peterson noted that the concern of the Council seemed R-i-S-P - AUGUST to be the lack of compensating open space for the small DEVELOPMENT CO. AND lots - 5,000 sq. ft. He said the staff had considered the STEWART PRITIKIN high school across the street as providing compensating (Continued from open space, and referended language in Section 19.24.090 June 21, 1977) of the R-1 district regulations which indicates that"... Open space should be provided or available..." in the vi- cinity of the area being zoned R-l-5. Staff interpreted this as meaning the particular subdivider need ~ot provide the open space if it is otherwise available. Mr. Peterson said a second point dealt with the type of open space where the language of the ordinance indicates the open space could be "natural canyons, green belts, park areas or other forms..." and staff felt the high school area would qualify under this terminology. On June 22, 1977 the Planning Commission, by a vote of 5-0 with one abstention, reaffirmed their previous recommendation for the R-1-5-P zoning in accordance with their Resolution PCZ-77-G. Stewart Pritikin Mr. Pritikin stated the rezoning would be compatible with 9360-B Activity Road the adjacent zoning with single family detached residences San Diego 92126 and would not be considered spot zoning. He said it would be difficult to build small homes on 7,000 foot lots as not being feasible or economically possible. He noted the front and rear yard setbacks in the proposed R-l-5 zone meet or exceed those of the R-1 zone and the only gain is wider side yards, tle also said there has been no one from the community speak against the rezoning. Cost would increase In answer to query from Councilman Scott, Mr. Pritikin said under R-1 zoning the property could be developed as R-l, but the cost per lot would be increased approximately $4,000 to $4,500. R-I-5 zoning designed Councilman Scott commented that the intent of the ordinance for unique or extra- when it was prepared was to have something extraordinary in ordinary development order to have an R-l-5 designation with higher density - something unique and different. He asked Mr. Pritikin if he could explain to the Council what was unique and different about the proposed subdivision. Mr. Pritikin responded that the developer has complied in every way with the ordinance and the open space requirements to qualify for the rezoning. Property can be In answer to a question from Mayor Hyde as to development developed under under the R~i zoning versus the R-l-5, in case the Council R-1 zoning affirms its denial of the rezoning, Mr. Pritikin again stated that developer is prepared to develop the property in either case, but would prefer the R-l-5. In answer to a query from Councilman £gdahl, Director of Planning Peterson said that the development meets all the standards required under the proposed rezoning. City Council Meeting -6- July $, 1977 Motion to sustain It was moved by Mayor Hyde and seconded by Councilman Scott previous Council action that the Council sustain their action in denying the rezoning, which was taken at the previous meeting, for the reasons given at that time and as summarized essentially by Council- man Scott this evening. Speaking against Councilman Hobel spoke against the motion, expressing his the motion concern that a less excellent plan would be developed in this area under th~ straight R-1 and that this plan is com- patible with the neighborhood. Councilman Cox also spoke against the motion as this is a unique piece of property that has not yet been developed and expressed concern that other than desirable housing would be developed. Motion carried The motion to sustain the previous Council action carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Egdahl Noes: Councilmen Hobel, Cox Absent: None 4a. ORDINANCE - There was no action taken on Item 4a as the request for AMENDING ZONING MAP zone change was denied by Council action under Item 4. OR MAPS ESTABLISHED BY SECTION 19.18.010 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE, RE- ZONING 3.4 ACRES AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FOURTH AVENUE AND "K" STREET FROM R-1 TO R-l-S-P, AND CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECIARATION - FIRST READING S. PUBLIC HEARING - Subsequent to Council's denial of the R-I-5-P zoning of this CONSIDERATION OF site, consideration of the subdivision map was continued to TENTATIVE MAP PCS-77-3 coincide with the report on the rezoning which was to be FOR GARDEN VIEWS AT submitted by the Planning Connnission at tonight's meeting. FOURTH AVENUE ANB "K" STREET (Continued Director of Planning Peterson said that it was the staff's from June 21, 1977) recommendation, in the event the Council did not rezone the property, that the developer be allowed to proceed with a subdivision design similar to this one, but with the lots enlarged to meet the requirements of the R-1 zoning ordinance. If the Council approves the subdivision design, this would permit revisions of the tentative map rather than undergoing new public hearings. Mike Splitstone Mr. Splitstone said he was with CEP Associated speaking on 5555 Magnatron Blvd. behalf of August Development and Mr. Pritikin. He asked San Diego that the Council consider approval of the existing map, with the lots enlarged to approximately 75 feet. He dis- played an exhibit showing the change. City Council Meeting -7, July 5, 1977 Change made in number In answer to a query from the Council~ City Attorney and size of lots Lindberg said that it would be in order for the Council to consider the revised exhibit, as the issue is whether the changes made by having larger lots and reducing the number of lots would significantly change the conditions of the tentative map. The Planning Commission and staff had indi- cated there would not be any significant changes. Councilman Scott suggested that the Council be given an opportunity to study any revised map other than at a Council meeting. Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Item 5 for one week Scott and unanimously carried that Item 5 be continued for one week. Sa. RESOLUTION - (Continued for one week - see Item 5) APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP FOR GARDEN VIEWS 6. PUBLIC HEARING - This item involved a request for approval of a precise plan CONSIDERATION OF for the development of the Garden Views Subdivision, which PRECISE PLAN FOR required approval by the Council of the request for a zone GARDEN VIEWS change~ SUBDIVISION Motion to file It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that Item 6 .(and 6a) be filed. 6a. RESOLUTION - APPROVING PRECISE PLAN FOR GARDEN VIEWS SUBDIVISION CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried that the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 8698 - Project Design Consultants (PDC) has submitted the necessary CERTIFYING PROJECT data to the City for consideration as a consultant qualified DESIGN CONSULTANTS AS for the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports for the A CONSULTANT QUALIFIED City. This firm acquired the San Diego office of Wilsey & FOR THF PREPARATION OF Ham in 1976 with the local staff being retained by PDC, and ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT have subcontracted to MSA, Inc. and Geocon, Inc. for various REPORTS FOR THE CITY areas of expertise. OF CMULA VISTA ~ 8. RESOLUTION NO. 8699 - For the past two years, the City has sponsored the Senior APPROVING AGREEMENT Service Center at 293 Madrona Street, Chula Vista, through BETWEEN THE CITY OF Community Block Grant funds. The lease agreement continues CHULA VISTA AND M~uRK the Center at this location for a period of one year, H. MONEY & ASSOCIATES beginning on July 1, 1977 and extending through June $0, 1978 FOR LEASE OF CHULA VISTA at a rental rate of $2~5 per month (not to exceed $2,820). SENIOR SERVICE CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT City Council Meeting -8- July 5, 1977 9. RESOLUTION - This item was deleted from the agenda. APPROVING ENCROACHMENT PERMIT TO PORT OF SAN DIEGO FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A HAUL ROAD ACROSS CITY PROPERTY RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 10. RESOLUTION NO. 8700 - The Public Works Employment Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-369) APPROPRIATING FEDERAL became effective as of July 1, 1976. Title II of this Act, ANTI-RECESSION FUNDS designated as Anti-Recession Fiscal Assistance, provides for five quarterly payments to be made to state and local gov- ernments. In April 1977, on recommendation of the Director of Finance, the Council appropriated $130,559 for employer's contribu- tions to the Public Employees Retirement System, which represented the collection of the first two quarterly pay- ments. The City has now received the third quarter pay- ment of $86,519 and the fourth quarter payment of $88,059. The Director of Finance recommended that these payments, totalling $174,578, also be appropriated for employer's contributions to the Public Employees Retirement System. Acting City Manager Asmus said this was recommended in order to offset and pay for retirement for City employees and thereby relieving the General Fund and levying the same tax rate. Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hyde, Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, Hobel, Cox Noes: None Absent: None ll. RESOLUTION NO. 8701 - On June 3, 1977 the following bids were received for fur- ACCEPTING BIDS AND nishing asphaltic emulsion to the City for the period July 1 AWARDING CONTRACT FOR through September 30, 1977: ASPHALTIC EMULSION FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 1977 BIDDER PRICE PER TON TERMS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 1977 Douglas Oil Company of California $77.36 NET Edgington 0il Company $78.20 NET Sim J. Harris $74.16 NET Purchases will be made only on availability of funds as certified by the Finance Officer. It was recommended that bids be accepted and contract awarded to Sim J. Harris Company, low bidder, in the amount of $74.16 per ton on an estimated usage of 460 tons of RS-2 asphaltic emulsion. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott~ Egdahl, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None City Council Meeting -9~ July 5, 1977 12. RESOLUTION NO. 8702 ~ On June 3, 1977 the following bids were received for fur- ACCEPTING BIDS AND ni~hing aggregate base to the City for the period July 1, 1977 AWARDING CONTRACT FOR through June 30, 1978: AGGREGATE BASE FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 1977 BIDDER PRICE PER TON TERMS THROUGH JUNE 30, 1978 Nelson & Sloan $2.55 2%/10 days H. G. Fenton $3.00 NET Conrock Company $3.50 NET An estimated 3500 tons of aggregate base will be picked up at the vendor's plant by City trucks, based on availability of funds as certified by the Finance Director. It was recommended that the bids be accepted and contract awarded to Nelson & Sloan, the Iow bidder. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None 13. RESOLUTION NO. 8703 - The following bids were received on June 3, 1977 for fur- ACCEPTING BIDS AND nishing screenings (stone chips) to the City for the period AWARDING CONTRACT FOR July 1, 1977 through December 31, 1977: SCREENINGS (STONE CHIPS) FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, BIDDER PRICE PER TON TERMS 1977 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1977 Nelson & Sloan $5.95 2%/10 days Sim J. Harris Company $6.64 NET An estimated 5700 tons of screenings will be ordered deliv- ered to the City yard, purchases being made on availability of funds as certified by the Finance Director. Staff recommended that the bids be accepted and contract awarded to Nelson & Sloan, the low bidder. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following, vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None CONTINUED MATTER AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 14. ORDINANCE NO. 1755 - On November 5, 1976 John E. Helm filed a petition for APPROVING THE ANNEXATION annexation to the City of Chula Vista of 2.32 acres of TO THE CITY OF CERTAIN property located approximately 500 feet north of Bonita UNINHABITED TERRITORY Road, contiguous to the westerly right of way of 1-805. KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS THE HELM/I~SO5 ANNEXATION ~ The annexation was approved by LAFCO, on June 6, 1977 SECOND RFADING AND subject to modification of the boundaries. The ordinance ADOPTION was placed on first reading at the meeting of June 28, 1977. City Council Meeting ,10~ July 5, 1977 Ordinance placed on It was moved by Councilman Scott that this ordinance be second reading and placed on its second reading and adopted and that the adopted reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, Hobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None 1S. REPORT ON ACCEPTING Director of Public Works Robens stated that this item was BIDS AND AWARDING held over to determine whether the street lights proposed CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUC- for Third Avenue could be used on "F" Street rather than TION OF STREET LIGHTS the standard lights specified in the bid. He said it was ON "F" STREET BETWEEN his recommendation that the lights contemplated for Third FOURTH AND CHURCH Avenue not be used on "F" Street for the following reasons: (Continued from (1) the schedule is a tight schedule worked out with San June 28, 1977) Diego Gas and Electric calling for removal of the existing wooden poles in mid September and if new street lights are ordered, there will be a delay before lights could be re- placed and "F" Street would be dark for several weeks; (2) proposed lights for Town Centre area have been checked and in staff's opinion those lights are not adequate for safety lighting - but are essentially ornamental lighting; and (3) if the change is made, the entire project may have to go to bid again - this would have to be checked out carefully. Mr. Roberts recommended that the bids should be awarded for the standard street lights. He said the base would be designed so it will be interchangeable, and if it is desired to have different lights at some future time, this can be accomplished and these lights can be used somewhere else. 1Sa. RESOLUTION NO. 8704 - The following bids were received on June 16, 1977 for the ACCEPTING BIDS AND construction of street lights on "F" Street between Fourth AWARDING CONTRACT Avenue and Church Avenue; FOR CONSTRUCTION OF STREET LIGHTS ON Perry Electric, Spring Valley $15,405 "F" STREET BETWEEN Select Electric, San Diego 16,661 POURTH AVENUE AND Arrow Electric, Lemon Grove 17,129 CHURCH AVENUE MAC0 Services, Inc., San Diego 18,875 The staff recommended that the bids be accepted and the contract awarded to Perry Electric, low bidder, in the amount of $15,403. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl, ttobel, Cox, Hyde Noes: None Absent: None 16. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER a. Demonstration of Acting City Manager Asmus reminded the Council that if proposed lights possible, tkey may wisk to attend the demonstration of the for Third Avenue lights proposed for Third Avenue to be held July 6 at dark (approximately 8:30 p.m.) on Ihird Avenue. City Council Meeting -11- July 5, 1977 Tentative agenda Mr. Asmus presented a tentative schedule for the two Coun- for Council Conferences cil Conferences to be held On July 14 - one at 4:00 p.m. on July 14, 1977 and one at 7:00 p.m. - concerning the E1 Rancho del Rey area. Councilman Hobel requested that a copy of Resolution No. 8505 establishing a policy for the future development of the E1 Rancho del Rey area be furnished to the Council and included in the agenda for discussion during the meeting of July 14. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 17. STATUS REPORT ON In a written report, Director of Personnel Bigge said the EMPLOYMENT OF Personnel Department is investigating the following pertinent SENIOR CITIZENS areas: (1) Present employment of senior citizens by the City; (2) potential positions for senior citizens with the City; (3) possible limiting factors; (4) alternate methods of employment; (5) risk management implications; (6) existing programs in comparable cities and their experience; and (7) projected benefits and costs. The investigation should be completed and a report and recommendation presented to the Council at the meeting of July 12, 1977. Motion to continue It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman item to July 12 Cox and unanimously carried that this item be continued to July 12, 1977 18. REPORT ON PATROL In a written report, Chief of Police Winters said that in OF "J" STREET response to a letter from the San Diego County Wildlife MARINA Federation that Reserve units have been stationed at the Marina on Friday and Saturday nights. The situation is being studied, and if needed, Reserves will also be assigned on Wednesdays and Thursdays. In addition, the Reserves will be supported with regular officers when necessary. The Wildlife Federation has been advised of this action. Motion to accept report It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that the staff report be accepted. 19. REPORT ON U~FFA Director of Public Works Robens, in a written report, said SECTION 5 ALLOCATION that UMTA Section 5 funds are available to transit operators FORMULA for operating assistance and some capital projects, with funds allocated to the region and distributed ~o the operators by the CPO. Chula Vista Transit is presently not eligible for UMTA funds - the only two eligible transit operators in San Diego County are San Diego Transit Corporation and North County Transit District. Mr. Frazee, Chairman of the North County Transit Development Board (the policy board of the North County Transit District) is soliciting Chula Vista's support on the CPO Board for a population based formula for the allocation of Section 5 funds. It was staff's recommendation that the City support the original CPO staff proposal (50 percent passengers/50 per- cent mileage) for Section 5 distribution and request the CPO to coordinate an effort between its staff and the operators to develop a more equitable formula for next year. City Council Meeting ~12- July $, 1977 Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Mayor Hyde and unanimously carried that the report be accepted per staff recommendation. 20. REPORT ON SB 325 At the June 14, 1977 meeting, the Council directed staff to FUNDING RESTRICTIONS recommend whether the City should attempt to have the funding limitations of sg 325 Local Transportation Funds liberalized. In a written report, Director of Public Works Roberts said that tke major effect of the restrictions is to limit Local Transportation Fund support to 50 percent of the budget in any on~ year; however, some cost items are exempt from the restriction and at the present time Chula Vista receives approximately 6S percent of its transit operating budget from the LTF. While the City has been successfully claiming the maximum LTF support, in subsequent years the City can expect to experience the effects of the 50 percent restric- tion, necessitating larger General Fund contributions. Since it is not likely that a change could be accomplished at the present time, and the City would not immediately benefit from eased restrictions, staff recommended that attempts to secure legislative changes be delayed for the time being. Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Councilman Mobel and unanimously carried that the report be accepted and no action be taken at this time. MAYOR'S REPORT Request to be made Mayor Hyde announced, for consideration at a future time, for funds for fireworks that Mr. Jim Ladd has requested that the Council consider for the Fiesta de ia appropriating $550 for fireworks for the Fiesta de la Luna Luna celebration. A more formal presentation will be made by Mr. Ladd in August. Youth Commission Mayor Hyde said that all nine seats on the Youth Commission vacancies are vacant at this time. Interviews have been conducted with applicants and Mayor Hyde asked that the Council ratify the following seven appointments to the Youth Com- mission: Tim Roybal Ron Holland Leslie Schmidt Kaylene Myres Deborah Curry Cyndy Drummey Susie Kemler Motion to ratify It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman appointments Egdahl and unanimously carried that the appointments be ratified, Two vacancies remain Mayor Hyde stated that additional applications were received subsequent to tke above interviews, and appointments will be made to fill the two remaining vacancies on the Youth Com- mission at a later time. City Council Meeting -13- July 5, 1977 COUNCIL COb~ENTS Inquiry regarding Councilman Scott connnented that during budget sessions, an status of vacancies in additional person was placed in the City Attorney's office City Attorney's office and there is one other position vacant. He asked what the status is in hiring personnel for these positions. City Attorney Lindberg said it was not the intent to fill Both the Assistant and Deputy positions on a full time basis. The law clerk (deputy) will be part time. Councilman Scott suggested that a report be made by the City Attorney and if both positions are not needed, that one should be eliminated from the budget. Motion for report It was moved by Mayor Hyde, seconded by Councilman Scott at next meeting and unanimously carried that this matter be brought back before the Council for consideration of modification of the budget at the next meeting. 5% assessment valuation Councilman Scott said he read an article in the newspapers increase instead of 12.5% about only having a 5 percent assessment valuation increase. He asked how significant this was since the budget was based on 12.S percent. Acting City Manager Asmus responded that the effect cannot be assessed at this time, but it is believed the greatest portion of the drop in the estimate was in the project area of the bayfront. The impact will be felt by the Redevelop- ment Agency in the amount of tax increment monies they derive from the project area. Unpaved area of Councilman Cox referred to a request made some time ago Hilltop Drive in concerning Hilltop Drive not being competely paved at the County area creates southeast corner of Hilltop Drive and "H" Street - which is safety hazard in the County. This creates a hazard when people have to walk in the street. Response expected Director of Public Works Roberts said a letter was forwarded from County this to the County Department o£ Transportation asking County month staff for a response to a proposal from the City. If it is satisfactory, the proposal will be submitted to the Council and to the County Board of Supervisors. A reply is expected by July lS, and information should be coming to the Council by the end of the month. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hyde adjourned the meeting at 8:43 p.m. to the regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 1977 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. JENNIE M. FULASZ, CMC City Clerk / e uty c ty Clef>