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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1976/06/15 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHUiA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Tuesday June 15, 1976 The 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 Chamber, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following Councilmen present: Mayor Hamilton, Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl and newly-elected Councilman Cox Councilmen absent: None present: Acting City Manager Asmus, City Attorney Lindberg, Staff Director of Public Works Roberts, Director of Planning Peterson, Director of Parks & Recreation Hall, Director of Pinance Grant, Director of Personnel Bigge, City Librarian Levine, Citizens Assistance Officer Smith The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Hamilton followed by a moment of silent prayer. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the minutes of the meeting of June 8, 1976 be approved, copies having been sent to each Councilman. (Councilman Egdahl abstained due to the fact that he was not present at the last meeting.) 2. a. ALL STATES PROGRAM - Mayor Hamilton read a Proclamation saluting the State of Missouri State of Missouri after which the people in the audience from that state were asked to stand and introduce themselves. b. CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS Admiral Grimm, Chairman of the San Diego Regional FROM WHITE HOUSE Bicentennial Committee, presented the Council with a Certificate of Congratulations signed by President Gerald Ford in recognition of this City being a Bicentennial Community. c. PRESENTATION OF Members of the Library Board of Trustees presented GIFT BOOKS the City with two gift/recognition books to be displayed at the new Library facility to record the names of those persons donating gifts to the new Library. d. RESOLUTION NO. 819S - The resolution is in appreciation for the work and EXPRESSING THE GRATITUDE dedication of the members of the Friends of the OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND Library and for their contribution to audio-visual THE CO~4MUNITY FOR THE equipment in the amount of $2,700. EFFORTS OF THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY TO THE I NEW LIBRARY 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, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None Herb Lathan Mr. Lathan discussed the meeting he attended in 631 Carla Street Sacramento a week ago of the California Library Chula Vista Association, Governmental Relations Committee. They went through a legislative program of 55 Bills after which there was a meeting of the Trustees City Council Meeting -2- June iS, 1976 and Commissioners throughout the state. Mr. Lathan stated it was one of the most outstanding meetings he has ever attended -- the subject centering on the new Chula Vista Library. e. PROCLAMATION - On July 4, 1976, at 11:00 a.m., (PDST) the Liberty Bell BELLS OF FREEDOM in Philadelphia will be struck to commemorate PROGRAM the two centuries of American government. By this Proclamation, the Mayor urged the citizens of the community toijoin in this nationwide program of ringing bells, ORAL COmmUNICATIONS Frank Roseman Mr. Roseman, President of the Friends of the Library, 66 Montebello Street discussed the Mary Birch Foundation funds given to Chula Vista the Library. Ne recommended that the monies be used to purchase a piano and organ. Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the staff include this suggestion by the Friends of the Library (in their pending report to the Council concerning the use of these funds). Sam Fishman Mr. Fishman thanked the Council for the reduction Congregational Towers in senior citizens' bus fares to 15¢. He sug- gested that the same identification card used for the San Diego Transit Lines be used for the Chula Vista Bus Lines also so the seniors would not have to carry another card in their wallets. Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the staff for report. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 3. a. PUBLIC HEARING - Acting City Manager Asmus referred to his written CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION report to the Council stating that the Memoranda OF THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL of Understanding with the four recognized bargaining YEAR 1976-77 units have been ratified. Mr. Asmus noted that two capital improvement budget items need to be resolved: (1) the allocation of $7S,000 included in the preliminary budget for the City's share of a therapeutic multipurpose swimming pool, and (2) $60,000 allocation for completing an integrated Police-Fire communication system. City Attorney's comments Attorney Lindberg noted that Mr. Gaines from the Engineering Department wished to speak to the Council regarding his salary. (3e on the agenda). Mr. Gaines and the people he is speaking for are part of the Chula Vista Employees Association. This Association has now ratified the Memorandum of Under- standing and the Council has the obligation to sup- port that agreement, The Myers-Milias-Brown Act allows individual employees to approach the Council regarding their salaries; however, this right is not extended to those that continue to be members of the Association. These people should make known the fact that they are not members of the Associa- tion which, through their representatives, have reached an understanding with the City. City Council Meeting -3- June 1S, 1976 Paul W. Northrup Mr. Northrup discussed the assessed valuation as 27S East Moss Street proposed for the budget and that as reported by Chula Vista the Tax Assessor of the County. Mr. Northrup asked that the Council consider reducing the tax by the increased percentage which will be realized. Ernest Arnold Mr. Arnold, representing the Safety Commission, 897 Beech Avenue asked that the City's newsletter be reinstated on Chula Vista a quarterly basis. Motion not to consider It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by newsletter at this time Councilman Scott that the Council indicate to the Safety Commission that, at this time, the Council is not persuaded that the value of the quarterly newsletter is consistent with the cost thereof. Speaking against motion Councilman Hobel felt "the door should be open" on this item and that it should be discussed again later on in the year. Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hamilton Noes: Councilman Hobel Absent: None b. RESOLUTION Acting City Manager Asmus stated that this item APPROVING ~MOR~DUM OF is not ready for Council action at this time and UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING will be placed on the next meeting (June 22). WAGES AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTAAND THE CHULA VISTA CHAPTER, WESTERN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERS, FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 c. RESOLUTION NO. 8196 - Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING by the following vote, to-wit: WAGES AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA Hamilton VISTA AND LOCAL 2180, Noes: None INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION Absent: None OF FIREFIGHTBRS AFL-CIO FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 (JULY 1, 1976 TO JUNE 30, 1977) d. RESOLUTION NO. 8197 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING adopted by the following vote, to-wit: WAGES AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde BETWEEN THE CITY OF QIULA Egdahl VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA Noes: None POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION Absent: None FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 (JULY 2, 1976 TO JUNE 30, 1977 e. RESOLUTION NO. 8198 - Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING by the following vote, to-wit: WAGES AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA Hamilton VISTA AND THE CHUiA VISTA Noes: None MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES ASSO- Absent: None CIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 City Council Meeting -4- June 15, 1976 Bill Gaines Mr. Gaines cited Section $505 of the Myers-Milias- 954 Maria Way Brown Act giving an employee the right to speak Chula Vista before the legislative body, stating he is a mem- ber of the Employees Association, and just wanted to point out something to the Council. Mr. Gaines expressed his disappointment regarding the salary increases for 12 positions - from En- gineering Technician III to Engineering Aid - pro- posed for a 2% % increase. He felt these positions should receive 5% to be in line with the increases tbeing given to all other City employees. Mayor Hamilton remarked that the Council relies on the negotiating teams in order not to place itself in the position of having to negotiate salaries due to not having any background or benefit of the negotiations taken place previously. f. RESOLUTION NO. 8199 - Acting City Manager Asmus noted that this item APPROVING A/qD ADOPTING has just been completed by the staff this after- AMENDMENTS TO RULE II OF noon. The Rule II a~endments were then passed THE CIVIL SERVICE RULES out to the Council and a few minutes were taken RELATING TO THE CLASSI- for Council perusal of the document. EICATION AND COMPENSATION OF CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES AND AMENDMENTS TO CERTAIN OTHER CIVIL SERVICE RULES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 Recess A recess was called at 8:00 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 8:0S p.m. Councilman Scott commented that the Council should have more time to look this matter over. Motion to hold over It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded by Councilman Hob¢l that this item be held over and taken at the same time as item 3b. (Mayor Hamilton left the meeting at this time). Discussion of motion Acting City Manager Asmus remarked that the resolution adopting the budget incorporates the funds reflected in these various resolutions. The Council can make revisions to the resolution. Motion withdrawn Councilman Scott withdrew his motion; Councilman Hobel withdrew the second. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent by those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: I AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton Motion to include in It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by Council Packets Mayor Pro Tempore Scott and unanimously carried by those present that the staff include this item in the Council packets for the next meeting - for reading purposes ~o that it can be available for discussion. City Council Meeting -S- June 15, 1976 g. RESOLUTION NO. 8200 - Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. text was waived by unanimous consent by those 7329 REVISING SALARY present, passed and adopted by the following vote, BANDS FOR DEPARTMENT to-wit: HEADS IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton (Mayor Hamilton returned to the meeting at this time).  h. RESOLUTION NO. 8201 - Offered by Councilman Hyde. ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSA- TION PLAN FOR CERTAIN UN~ CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES, BOTH FULL-TIME AND PARTTIME OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOY- MENT FOR THE FULL-TIME UN- CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES Craig Beam Mr. Beam stated that in the last two years, he Assistant City Attorney has received an average of $34.00 a month increase. In the last two years, his responsibilities have increased substantially due to litigations and other responsibilities to the various departments. Mr. Beam asked that the Council consider a higher salary percentage for his position. Motion to increase It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by salary percentage to 8% Councilman Egdahl that the percentage of increase authorized by the Council for this position - Assistant City Attorney - be modified from 6% to 8% based upon increased scope and complexity of the position involved. Discussion of motion City Attorney Lindberg reiterated an earlier position asking that his Assistant's position be increased by 10%. Councilman Scott discussed the Council's philosophy regarding the position of the Deputy City Attorney - it should be one of learning and not one of a permanent position. Councilman Egdahl noted that the Deputy Attorney was changed to Assistant City Attorney. Councilman Scott felt the philosophy remained the same. The Council is making a second full-time employee on a permanent basis and this was never the intention - it was the position of the Council to get a new attorney out of law school, he would work under the City Attorney, and when he reached a certain point, he would use this as a platform for a better job. Councilman Scott indicated the position should go no higher than 7~% at this time to stay in line with the other unclassified salary increases. Amendment to motion Councilman Hyde changed his motion to state a 7½% carried increase instead of 8% and that the philosophy of this particular position be reevaluated. This matter is to be placed on the Council meeting of September 7, 1976. Councilman Egdah] agreed to the second and the motion carried unanimously. City Council Meeting -6- June 15, 1976 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde as amended, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: None Absent: None i. RESOLUTION This resolution to be brought back to the June 22, REVISING RULE IX REGARDING 1976 meeting. CERTAIN FRINGE BENEFITS AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR SICK LEAVE OF CERTAIN CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES j. RESOLUTION NO. 8202 - Offered by Councilman Scott, the reading of the ESTABLISHING EXECUTIVE text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and AND MIDDLE MANAGEMENT adopted by the following vote, to-wit: FRINGE BENEFITS AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None k. RESOLUTION NO. 8203 - Acting City Manager Asmus submitted a summary of ADOPTING FINAL BUDGET FOR the changes in thc Capital Improvement budget. THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA The budget includes a total of $7S,000 for a ther- FOR FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 apeutic pool, and $26,000 (down from $60,000) for a centralized communication system for police and fire. Director of Parks ~ Recreation Hall referred to his report in which he recommended entering into a joint powers agreement for the cost of an ar- chitect ($2,000) to design the pool in two sizes: (a) for a strictly therapeutic pool and (b) a multiple use therapeutic pool. Motion to leave It was moved by Councilman Egdahl and seconded by $7S,000 in budget Mayor Hamilton that the $7S,000 be left in the budget and plan on the $2,000 study initially with the intent of only taking that step now. Discussion of motion Councilman Hyde said he would rather see the Council budget the $2,000 for the study and if it reveals that it would be more appropriate to go for the full coverage of the Loma Verde pool, this amount can be added at a later date. Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:  AYES: Councilmen ggdahl, Hobel, Hamilton Noes: Councilmen Scott, Hyde Absent: None Motion to approve $26,000 It was moved by M~yor Hamilton, seconded by for communications system Councilman Scott and unanimously carried to approve the $26,000 for the centralized commun- ication system equipment. 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, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Egdahl Noes; None Absent: None City Council Meeting -7- June IS, 1976 Absent from rest of Mayor Hamilton stated he will be leaving the meeting meeting after he makes the presentations to Councilman Scott due to a family emergency that has just come up. Motion to continue It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by items on agenda Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that Items 6, 7, 8, and 17 be held over to the next meeting at which a full Council is expected to be present - to July 6, 1976. Motion to elect It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Vice Mayor Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that Councilman Hyde be elected Mayor Pro Tempore for the year 1976-77. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 8204 - The Resolution states the Council's and community's CO,ENDING FRANK A. SCOTT FOR appreciation to Mr. Scott for his services to the HIS DEDICATED AND DEVOTED City since being elected Councilman in 1968. SERVICES TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Resolution offered Offered by Mayor Hamilton, read by City Clerk Fulasz, the resolution was passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Mayor Hamilton, Councilmen Hobe], Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: Councilman Scott KEY TO THE CITY presented to Mayor Hamilton presented Councilman Scott with a Councilman Scott key to the City expressing the Council's ap- preciation and best wishes to Mr. Scott in all his future endeavors. A pen desk set was also presented to Mr. Scott in recognition of his services as Vice Mayor for the year 1975-76. Proclamation to Mrs. Scott Mayor Hamilton read a Proclamation proclaiming June 1S, 1976 as "Coleen Scott Day" in the City of Chula Vista. A bouquet of red roses was pre- sented to Mrs. Scott from the Council. 5. a. UNANIMOUS CONSENT ITEM RESOLUTION NO. 8205 - The Registrar of Voters of San Diego County has DECLARING THE RESULTS OF submitted his official results of the June 8, 1976 THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL Primary Election at which time Gregory R. Cox and ELECTION HELD ON JUNE 8, Newton Chaney were in a run-off election for 1976 Councilman Seat No. 2. The election results de- clared Gregory R. Cox receiving the highest number of votes cast and thereby being elected. The City Clerk's Certificate is attached to the minutes of this meeting. 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, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None City Council Meeting -8- June 15, 1976 OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY- City Clerk Fulasz administered the Oath of Office ELECTED COUNCILM3kN GREGORY to Gregory R. Cox, newly-elected Councilman for COX Seat No. 2. RECESS A recess was called at 8:45 p.m. at which time a reception was held for Mr. and Mrs. Scott. The Council reconvened the meeting at 9:08 p.m. (Mayor Hamilton left the meeting at this time and Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde presided over the rest of the meeting.) PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (continued) 6. PUBLIC HEARING - Continued to the meeting of July 6, 1976 CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR GENERAL PLAN A~NDMENT GPA-76-1 FOR THE AREA ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF "L" STREET BETWEEN FOURTH AND FIFTH AVENUES 7. PUBLIC HEARING - Continued to the meeting of July 6, 1976 CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL BY QUINT ZUHLKE OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF REQUEST FOR CONVERSION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE TO OFFICE USE, 249 FOURTH AVENUE RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING 8. RESOLUTION Continued to the meeting of July 6, 1976 AMENDING RESOLUTION NOS. 4192 AND 6842 ESTABLISHING POLICIES FOR THE SELECTION AND DESIGNA- TION OF TOW CAR SERVICES AS REQUESTED BY THE POLICE DEPART- MENT 9. RESOLUTION NO. 8206 - Mr. Jim Cappos, owner of Peele Boat Company, Inc. ~PROVING ENCROACH~NT located at the westerly terminus of "F" Street PERMIT NO. 76-24 FOR applied for an encroachment permit to install a CONSTRUCTION OF FENCE fence across "F" Street along his easterly and AND STORAGE MATERIALS westerly property line and to store materials in IN "F" STREET "F" Street adjacent to his property. Council discussion Council discussion followed regarding a pedestrian walkway to the bay, renumeration to the City for the use of the property, liability to the City and the 30 days' notice by the City to the applicant to remove the fence and materials from the public right of way. City Attorney Lindberg explained that this is a dedicated right of way and the City acts as a Trustee for the public on this. It has no right to utilize this adverse to the interests and desires of the public, and in that vein, would not be proper to make any charge for encroachment on the right of way. Jim Cappos Mr. Cappos stated he has orders for three more Owner, Peele Boat Company boats at this time with a possibility of an ad- ditional four. He felt a walkway would prove hazardous due to the large and potentially dan- serous (large, sharp objects) materials which will be stored in this right of way. City Council Meeting -9- June 15, 1976 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent by those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Egdahl, Cox Noes: Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde Absent: Mayor Hamilton Motion to amend It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde that an Resolution eight foot pedestrian easement be provided for on the southern boundary of "F" Street and adequately signed to indicate that this a public access to the water. No second to motion The motion died for lack of second. 10. RESOLUTION Director of Public Works Robens submitted the San APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN Diego Transit Corporation's proposal for Fiscal THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND Year 1976-77 which shows an increase of 194% over SAN DIEGO TRANSIT CORPORATION the Fiscal Year 1975-76 charges for essentially FOR PROVISIONS OF INTERCITY the same service. BUS SERVICE DURING FISCAL YEAR 1976-77 Mr. Robens referred to his written report to the City Council in which he explained the factors for the sharp increase. Acting City Manager Asmus stated that the repre- sentative of San Diego Transit~ Mr. Claude Page, intended to be here. He is probably late because he had to attend another Council meeting (in Imperial Beach) prior to coming to this meeting. Motion to postpone item It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried by those present that this item be postponed until all other items on the agenda have been considered. 11. RESOLUTION NO. 8207 - The change order is to provide double staking of AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 the 243 trees for the new library. The additional TO THE LANDSCAPING CONTRACT FOR cost is $1,787.90. THE CHULA VISTA LIBRARY Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent by those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl~ Cox, Hobel, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton Councilman Egdahl commented that approximately two years agoj the Council asked that the citizens wishing to do so, provide money for trees for the new library and this has never been done. 12. RESOLUTION NO. 8208 - Due to the inverse condemnation litigation in the PROVIDING FOR THE SPECIAL Chula Vista Bayfront Study area, unusual and un- APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN expected research requirements were encountered by THE AMOUNT OF $1,000 TO the City Attorney's Office. Subsequently, the Law THE CITY ATTORNEY,S BUDGET Clerk worked in a full-time capacity which created a deficit in the City Attorney's budget. It was requested that $1,000 be appropriated from the General Fund. City Council Meeting -10- June 15, 1976 Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent by those present passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl, Cox Noes: None Absent Mayor Hamilton 13. ORDINANCE NO. 1686 - The property is four plus acres located at the AMENDING ZONING MAPS southwest quadrant of Fifth Avenue and "C" Street. ESTABLISHED BY SECTION The ordinance rezoning the property from R-$ to 19.18.010 OF THE CITY R-1 had its first reading on June 8, 1976. CODE REZONING THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF FIFTH AVENUE AND "C" STREET FROM R-3 TO R-1 - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on second It was moved by Councilman Hobel that this reading and adopted ordinance be placed on its second reading and adopted and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hyde, Egdah] Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton Abstain: Councilman Cox 14. ORDINANCE NO. 1687 - The ordinance delineates the deposit fees for the A~NDING SECTION 18.28.010 installation of street trees in new developments. SUBSECTION A OF THE MUNICIPAL The ordinance was placed on first reading at the CODE RELATING TO THE DEPOSITS meeting of June 8, 1976. FOR STREET TREES WITHIN SUB- DIVISIONS - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on second It was moved by Councilman HobeI that this reading and adopted ordinance be placed on its second reading and adopted and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton Abstain: Councilman Cox 1S. ORDINANCE NO. 1688 - The ordinance sets forth the speed limits on ;d~NDING SCHEDULE X OF THE East "H" Street and Otay Lakes Road. It had its TRAFFIC CODE BY DECREASING first reading on June 8, 1976. STATE LAW MAXIMU~ SPEED LIMITS IN CERTAIN ZONES AND ESTABLISHING A PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT OF 40 MILES PER HOUR ON EAST "H" STREET - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION Ordinance placed on second It was moved by Councilman Hobel that this reading and adopted ordinance be placed on its second reading and adopted and that reading of the text be waived by unanimous consent. City Council Meeting -11- June 15, 1976 The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton Abstain: Councilman Cox REPORTS OF THE CITY MANAGER 16.. P~PORT ON P~DUCTION IN Acting City Manager Asmus explained that at the DOG LICENSE FEES June 1, 1976 meeting, the Council requested staff to prepare a Code amendment reducing the license fees to 1969 level plus an inflationary factor. At the June 8, 1976 meeting, a motion to set the fees at $7.50 for a full year and $14.00 for two years making an allowance for one-half credit if the animals are spayed or neutered, failed by a 2-2 vote. The Council then moved to bring this item back at the June 15 meeting. Motion to continue It was moved by Mayor'Pro Tempore ~yde,:seconded by to July 6, 197~ Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried by those present that this matter be continmed to the meeting of July 6, 1976. 17. REPORT ON MUNICIPAL Continued to the meeting of July 6, 1976. HUMAN CARE SERVICES REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPART~NT HEADS 18. REPORT ON CLASS PRESENTATION The Director of Public Works reported that the REGARDING TRAFFIC SITUATION Traffic Engineer, Olu Sawyerr, met with the class AROUND SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE at Southwestern and discussed the entire traffic situation for that area east of 1-80S Freeway between Bonita Road and Telegraph Canyon Road. The meeting helped to inform the students on what is being done now and what could be done in the future to improve traffic flow in and around the college. The students indicated that the purposes of their class project had been fulfilled and that they do not intend to go into the matter any further. Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Egdahl and unanimously carried by those present that the report be accepted. 19. REPORT ON PROPOSED SECOND In a report to the Council submitted by the BNTRANCB AND NAVIGATIONAL Directors of Planning, Public Works and Community IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SAN Development, it was noted that the Los Angeles DIEGO HARBOR District of the Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army, will hold a public hearing on this matter on June 25, 1976. The purpose of the meeting is to solicit public input. The Port District, in a letter dated February 23, 1976 to the Corps of Engineers, reaffirmed and updated its positive interest in the proposed second entrance. The Directors noted the advantages of a second en- trance and recommended that the Council advise the Corps of Engineers that it conceptually approves the proposed second entrance and related navigational im- provements to San Diego Harbor and urges the Corps to study the environmental, economic, and cost-benefit ratio factors pertaining thereto. City Council Meeting -12- June 15, 1976 Motion to accept report It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, and seconded by and offer res61ution Councilman Hobel that the staff report be accepted and the resolution be offered. Discussion of motion Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde discussed the resolution indicating that it was not worded strongly enough to indicate the Council's strong position endorsing the second entrance. Councilman Cox felt the resolution should also stipulate that there will be some through access for vehicle traffic. Motion for redraft It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by of resolution Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that this resolution be sent back for a redraft with comments made by the Council- men (Hyde and Cox). Motion to offer The motion to offer the resolution was withdrawn resolution withdrawn by Councilman Egdahl. Motion to accept The motion to accept the report carried unanimously report carried by those present. REQUESTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 20. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADDITION The Environmental Review Committee requested that TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS the firm of Schwerin, Xinos and Associate be added LIST to the list of environmental consultants. Motion to list firm It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the recommendation be accepted. 21. RECO~ENDATION TO CONSIDER The Youth Commission recommended that Ordinance CHANGE OF EXPIRATION OF 1468 be amended to change the expiration of the OFFICE TERMS FOR YOUTH terms of office from October first of each year to CO~B~ISSIONERS May first beginning in 1977 with the stipulation that the commissioners serving current terms be permitted to serve Until May 1977. Recommendation accepted It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the recommendation be accepted (to amend Ordinance 1468). MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor's Father-in-Law died It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried by those present that the Council send its condolences to Mayor and Mrs. Hamilton on the death of her father and remember them with a plant or other appropriate gift. EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried by those present that an Executive Session be held, at the close of the business meeting for litigation purposes. Bus stop at Third and "F" Acting City Manager Asmus commented that the Mayor was going to bring up the matter of the bus stop that was painted over at Third Avenue and "F" Street and asked that the matter be referred to staff for restudy and to the Parking Place Commission. City Council Meeting -I3- June 15, 1976 Motion to refer to staff It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that this matter be referred to staff and Parking Place Commission for report and recommen- dation. COUNCIL'S CO~ENTS Charter Review Committee Councilman Cox asked what the status of the Charter Review Committee was and whether there were any plans to keep it as an active body. City Attorney Lindberg explained that it was an Ad Hoc Committee appointed by the Mayor and acti- vated by the Mayor through a request by the Council. Mr. Lindberg added that he suggested to Ex-Council- man Scott that he serve as a leader of a Freeholder's Committee to totally review the Charter. Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde directed that the City Clerk refer this matter to Mayor Hamilton and ask for his consideration of reactivating the Charter Re- view Committee at an appropriate time. Request for Rescheduling Councilman Egdahl referred to the request of Carmen of Conference Pasquale of the Otay Land Company to reschedule the July $ Conference (relative to the E1 Rancho del Rey area) to some other date due to the fact that he will be out of the state at that time. Motion to reschedule It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Cox and unanimously carried by those present that the item of this tour be referred to staff and that it be set by them for either Monday, June 28 or Tuesday, June 29 and that they inform Mr. Pasquale and others that will be involved. Director of Planning Peterson stated that he and the Director of Public Works would prefer to meet with the Council on Tuesday, June 29, 1976. It was the concurrence of the Council that the Conference be scheduled for Tuesday, June 29. Planning Commission Interviews The Council discussed holding interviews for the rest of the candidates applying for the Planning Commission. After discussion, it was agreed that the Council would meet on Thursday, June 17, at 3:30 p.m. REQUESTS AND STATEMENTS OF COUNCILIdEN 22. Discussion of Exchange Club's At the last meeting, Mr. Joseph $cannicchio on donation of Freedom Shrine behalf of the Exchange Club, offered a Freedom Shrine as a permanent display in the new Library facility. The Library Board of Trustees recommended against accepting the gift. The Council continued the matter to this meeting to allow time to view the display in the various schools and to inspect the areas of the new library. Motion to continue It was moved by Mayor Pro Temporc Hyde, seconded by Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried by those present that this matter be continued to the next meeting (June 22) at the request of Mr. J. Scannicchio. City Council Meeting -14- June 1S, 1976 23. WRITTEN CO~4MUNICATIONS Verified claim for damages - Mr. Garcia filed a claim in the amount of $51,600 Alfred Garcia III for injuries sustained in General Roca Park on May 1740 "N" Avenue 18 when his automobile was hit by a tractor. National City Claim denied It was moved by Councilman Cox, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Hyde and unanimously carried by those present that the claim be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier for investigation. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 8209 - Mr. C~aude R. Page, Transit Coordinator, San Diego APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH Transit, asked that the following changes be made SAN DIEGO TRANSIT CORPORATION in the contract for fiscal year 1977: FOR PROVISIONS OF INTERCIY~f BUS SERVICE DURING FISCAL (1) Add $781 to the Federal Subsidy credit which YEAR 1976-77 will reduce the LTF Claim. This will make the Federal Subsidy figure $62,414 and the total LTF Subsidy - $242,762. Formula discussed Mr. Page stated that there has been considerable discussion over the distribution formula and the formula for distribution between North County and the Metropolitan area. San Diego Transit is strongly supporting the 100% passenger concept formula because it will give this region (Metropolitan) considerably more Federal operating subsidy money for the coming year. Pension Plan In answer to Councilman Hobel's query, Mr. Page explained that the plan is funded for 40 years and this year, $2,000,000 will be taken out of the budget for this purpose. Council discussion Discussion ensued regarding the City being asked to fund something that was a problem at a time when the City did not have this service, asking the City to "catch-up" on something that was the Bus Company's responsibility in the past and the cities that had that mileage should be the respon- sible parties. Change in services Mr. Page noted the dates in which the Transit Corp- oration changes routes and asked that the City submit any proposed changes prior to these dates. Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent by those present, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYHS: Councilmen £gdahl, Cox, Hobel, Hyde Noes: None Absent: Mayor Hamilton EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council recessed to Executive Session at 10:12 p.m. and adjourned the meeting at the conclusion of the Session at 10:35 p.m. to the meeting sched- uled for Thursday, June 17, 1976 at 3;50 p.m. City Clerk