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HomeMy WebLinkAboutrda min 1983/05/19 MINUTES OF AN AOJOURNEO REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, May 19,1983 Council Conference Room 4:00 p.m. City Hall ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Cox; Members Malcolm, Moore, McCandliss, Scott MEMBERS ABSENT None STAFF PRESENT Executive Oi rector Goss, Community Development Director Desrochers, Redevelopment Coordinator legler, Special Counsel Reed, City Engineer Lippitt ALSO PRESENT Kitty Raso, John Luttrell, Jack Giacomini, Jerry Sandstrom, Jeff Wissler, Allan Gatzke In order to convenience the applicant, Chairman Cox suggested that Item No.5 regarding the La Bella Pizza sign be discussed first. ITEM NO.5 - Report: La Bella Pizza Sign At their March 17 Redevelopment Agency meeting, members requested that the owners of La Bella Pizza Garden obtain encroachment agreements from adjacent property owners for La Bella Pizza signs occupying air space over those adjacent propert i es. Mrs. Raso has obtained the necessary agreement from the property owners on the north-facing side and the south-facing side (with the condition that the sign will be removed within ten days notice if requested by the owners). Member Ma 1 co 1m expressed concern wi th approvi ng a sign that was up "after the fact." Member Scott remarked that although the sign is not offensive and does not detract from the appearance of the downtown area, the amount of signage on this individual building is in question. In response to members' questions, Community Development Director Desrochers i ndi cated that the Des i gn Revi ew Board does not wi sh to see signs on both sides of this building. Discussion followed regarding the criteria established for sign approval by the Design Review Board. Mrs. Kitty Raso, representi ng La Bell a Pi zza Garden Restaurant, 373 Third Avenue, assured the Agency that any future sign placed on the building would be of good quality. Adjourned Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 2 - May 19, 1983 MOTION TO CONDITIONALLY APPROVE SIGN MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to conditionally approve the sign, and that within a three-year period, both north and south-facing signs will be brought back through the des i gn review process for approval with upgraded quality and aesthetics. Chairman Cox expressed concern with the manner that this item was presented to the Agency. He suggested that in the future, requests of this nature be brought back in the appropriate manner to the Agency. ITEM NO.1 - RESOLUTION NO. 422 - ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS - WEST SIDE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "F" STREET TO MEMORIAL PARK IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR On May 11, 1983, three bids were received and opened for street improvements - west side of Thi rd Avenue from "F" Street to Memori a 1 Park. Inasmuch as the low bid in the amount of $107,694.68 was submitted by L. R. Hubbard Construction, Inc., it is recommended that the contract for said street improvements be awarded to them to be completed in accordance with the specifications as approved by the City Engineer. Discussion followed regarding the bonus provisions in the contract. The contractor will receive $1,000 a day for every day that Third Avenue is open to southbound traffi c in advance of the 14 day closure deadline. If the contractor elects to close Third Avenue, he will pay a $l,OOO-a-day penalty for every day he goes over the 14 day deadl i ne. City Engineer Lippitt commented that it is advisable that Third Avenue be closed for as short a time as possible not only for the benefit of the project but for the businesses along Third Avenue as well. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER MOORE, the readi ng of the text was wai ved by unanimous consent, passed and adopted. (Member McCandliss voted "no.") ITEM NO.2 - REPORT: a. STATUS OF THIRD AND "H" STREET PROPERTIES b. STATUS OF COUNTY WATER FEATURE a. Status of Third and "H" Street Properties Staff has met with one of the property owners of the buildings located at the northwest corner of Third Avenue and "H" Street. The three owners of the PIP building, La Cotija Taco Shop, and the Jetco Discount Store were invited to the meeti ng on May 2, however, on ly one owner was i n attendance. Based on conversations with the other two owners and on personal observations, a possible stalemate exists with the two absent property owners. Staff wi 11 continue to attempt to bring together the property owners or their representi ves to encourage development of that corner si te un 1 ess otherwi se directed by the Agency. Adjourned Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 3 - May 19, 1983 b. Status of County Water Feature A contract was awarded one year ago to Angela Danagaizea for design of a fine art feature at the South Bay Regi ona 1 Center. According to County officials, constructi on i s immi nent. County costs are limited to $150,000 for design and constructi on. Said amount is available in the Agency-sponsored lease revenue bond for thi s purpose. The art feature has a low volume of water flow, varying elevations, cascades, and refl ect i ng sounds. The pond will have a 15,000 gallon capacity, and ornamental 1 andscapi ng will surround the perimeter of the project site. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT MSUC (Cox/McCandl i ss) to accept the report. Community Development Di rector Desrochers noted that the water feature is currently under construction and the County hopes to have it operati ng by Labor Day. ITEM NO.3 - REPORT: STATUS OF BADII PROJECT - 521-525 THIRD AVENUE In September 1982, Agency members were advi sed that the subject project had received financing. Subsequently, a building foundation permit was issued and a portion of the foundation was constructed. Mr. Badii has reevaluated the original commerci a 1 offi ce use approved by the Agency si nce September, and now feels that due to the number of vacant office spaces currently existing and under construction within the project's vicinity and due to his company's current financial obligations, it is not wise to construct additional office space at this time. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT MSUC (Scott/Moore) to accept the report. ITEM NO.4 - REPORT: REQUEST FOR APPRAISAL OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 263 LANDIS STREET A letter was recently received by staff from Mr. Stanley Glenn, owner of property located at 263 Landis Street. The property is situated next to a public parking lot, and Mr. Glenn wishes to dispose of the property and asked whether or not the City would be interested in acquisition. I f the City does acquire the property, an additional 17 spaces of public parking could be provided. Community Development Di rector Desrochers explained that coincidentally a plan exists that calls for the development of two lots at Landis and Davidson for a medical center. These lots are adjacent to the subject parcel. If the Agency wi shes to acqu i re the property, according to State Law, the first acti on necessary i s to ascertai n an apprai sa 1 of the property to determi ne fair market value. This value is used as a basis for compensation to the property owner in the event of acquisition. Adjourned Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 4 - May 19, 1983 MOTION TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION MSC (Cox/McCandliss) to accept staff's recommendation (direct staff to enter into negotiations with Mr. Glenn under friendly condemnation procedures, and that staff solicit bids for an appraisal of property and return with a recommendation to enter into an agreement for appraisal services). The motion passed by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Cox, Moore, McCandliss NOES: Scott ABSTAIN: Malcolm ITEM NO.6 - RESOLUTION NO. 423 - ADOPTING NEGATIVE DECLARATION IS-82-8 AND APPROVING DESIGN FOR CRYSTAL'S DINER Members were advised on April 21 that representatives of the Atlas Hotel Corporat ion submitted a new concept plan for development of a restaurant at Bay Boulevard and "F" Street. The new proposal has been reviewed by staff and the environmental and design review procedures have been completed. The project has been found to be i n conformance with the Bayfront Redeve 1 opment Plan. Mr. John Luttrell, representing Atlas Hotels, narrated a slide presentation describing the "total" dining concept whereby the exterior and interior archi tecture and dining service are well-related. The proposed restaurant wi 11 cons i st of approximate ly 8,500 square feet of restaurant and cocktail lounge. It will accommodate 155 dining room seats, 79 lounge seats and 36 outdoor patio seats. In addition to a small stage area and bar, the main focal point of the interior will be a "build station" located in the center of the restaurant beneath the exterior tower. The station functions as a main sal ad bar and a buil d-your-own sandwi ch facility. Mr. Luttre 11 proceeded to describe the art deco exterior design that has been carefully coordinated to establish an authentic theme reminiscent of the 1930's. Mr. Jack Giacomini described the menu fare for this restaurant. (Members Malcolm and McCandliss left the meeting at this time.) Mr. Giacomini discussed the full-service restaurant which would consist of traditi ona 1 recepti on table servi ce and 1 i ve entertainment in the cocktail lounge. The restaurant would employ 75-80 people. Mr. Jerry Sandstrom, also representing Atlas Hotels, indicated that if working drawings are approved, which would take approximately 60 days, it is hoped that Crystal's Diner would be open during the first of the year. (Member McCandliss returned at this time.) Member McCandliss indicated that although she is excited about the project, she did not particularly care for the 30's design. Adjourned Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 5 - May 19, 1983 RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted. (The resolution was adopted with Member McCandliss voting "no" and Member Malcolm out for the vote.) ITEM NO.7 - REPORT: STATUS OF SAMMIS PROJECT - BAY BOULEVARD AT "E" STREET / JOE NEAL STREET PROPERTY It is now requested that processing of the new proposal for the Joenea 1 Street property be approved. Mr. Jeff Wissler of Sammis Properties proposed to de 1 ete the theatre/offi ce building and add a third restaurant to the site. The 100-unit motel is planned to be three stories in height and the remaining office building reduced to 45,000 to 50,000 square feet. Grade level onsite parking is planned with overflow onto existing Bay Boulevard. Mr. Wissler wishes to complete a parcel map on the subject property before his company's option on that acreage terminates on June 15, 1983. A lodging chain is interested in purchasing the area designated for motel development, and the construction should take place withi n the near future if the transaction is successful. To accomplish the sale, a revised environmental document must be prepared, escrow opened and a tentative parcel map filed. (Member Malcolm returned to the meeting at 5:23 p.m.) Communi ty Deve 1 opment Di rector Desrochers stated that Sedway Cooke and the Planning Department will be advised of this change. Staff is not asking for approval of this item at this time, but the item is presented as information to the Agency. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to accept the report. Mr. Desrochers clarified that by accepting this report, the Agency is not approving the change, but is giving the go ahead to work with the developer on the change. Chairman Cox commented on the previous item regardi ng Crystal's Diner, particularly the mid-block crosswalk. Community Development Director Desrochers indicated that the Safety Commission will hear this item on June 9. Therefore, the mi d-b lock crosswalk is sti 11 in question and the Agency's action this afternoon wi 11 not prejudice the decision on the crosswalk. Member Moore remarked that developers should be cautioned on the visibility of their signage along Bay Boulevard. He cited the poor visibility of signage for the Days Inn Motel because of the hi gh berm and Eucalyptus trees. . ----------------- Adjourned Regular Redeve 1 opment Agency Meeti ng - 6 - May 19, 1983 ITEM NO.8 - RESOLUTION NO. 424 - AUTHORllING THE ASSIGNMENT OF A CONTRACT WITH SEDWAY COOKE TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA The Agency entered i nto an agreement with the p 1 anni ng fi rm of Sedway Cooke to provide professional services in assisting our efforts to develop a Local Coastal Plan. Subsequently, the Agency had also authorized staff to make application for a planning grant from the Coastal Commission to assist us in the payment for profess i ona 1 p 1 anni ng servi ces. The grant was made to the City in the amount of $28,800 for planning implementation measures only. As part of the grant process, the Agency is now required to assign the agreement with Sedway Cooke to the City and, to authorize the Mayor to execute agreements on behalf of the City to enable the terms and conditions of this grant to become effective. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MEMBER SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. Community Development Di rector Desrochers di scussed the action taken by the Coastal Commission at their meeting on April 26. He noted that City staff was not enamored with some of the condit ions set by the Commi ss i on staff. Further, their recommendations were not comsistent with the action taken on April 26. Chairman Cox suggested that a written communication be forwarded to the Co as ta 1 Commission stating that we acknowledge the act i on, present and previous, regarding the Local Coastal Plan. Community Development Director Desrochers also discussed his meeting with the Port District held this afternoon. ADJOURNMENT AT 5:44 p.m. to the regular meeting of June 2, 1983 at 7:00 p.m. AH:fpp WPC 0693H _._---~---