HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1976/02/17 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday February 17, 1976
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, was held
on the above date beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 276 Fourth
Avenue, with the following
Councilmen present: Mayor Hamilton, Councilmen Scott, Hobel, Hyde, Egdahl
Councilmen absent: None
Staff present: City Manager Cole, City Attorney Lindberg, Assistant City Manager
Asmus, Director of Public Works Robens, Director of Planning Peterson,
Director of Parks and Recreation Hall, Citizens Assistance Officer
Smith, Director of Finance Grant
The Colors were presented by a group of Girl Scouts and Brownies. After the pledge,
the audience joined the girls in singing "My Country Tis Of Thee."
The pledge of allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Pro Tempore Scott followed by a
moment of silent prayer.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried by those
present that the minutes of the meeting of
February 10, 1976 be approved, copies having
been sent to each Councilman.
2. a. ALL STATES PROGRAM - Mayor Pro Tempore Scott read the Proclamation
FLORIDA saluting the state of Florida in this Bicenten-
nial Year. A short history of the state was
read and the people in the audience from Florida
were asked to introduce themselves.
b. QUARTERLY REPORT - "Our House" presented its report for the second
OUR HOUSE quarter of FY 1975-76 along with a description
of their programs, related statistical infor-
mation, financial statement and a newsletter.
Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded
report by Councilman Hyde that the report be accepted.
Union Speaker Councilman Egdahl questioned Ms. Newhouse on
the rationale for having a speaker from the
Hnited Farm Workers Union on February 10, and
an ad boycotting the purchase of grapes,
lettuce or Gallo Wines not having a United
Farm Workers label.
Ms. Newhouse, Administrator of "Our House"
explained that they belong to the Community
Congress of San Diego which has a membership
of 80 agencies. This Congress supports this
kind of issue. "Our House" generally stays
out of political issues, but if they feel it
is a cause, they will support it - such as
the rape coalition.
Councilman Egdahl questioned the use of City
and Federal funds to support "Our House" which,
in turn, advocates support for other agencies.
City Attorney Lindberg stated that none of the
City funds should be attributed to political
activities. He suggested that the Council, by
formal motion, disassociate itself from that
element of the report and indicate that there
should be no such activities undertaken by
City Council Meeting -2- February 17, 1976
the "Our House" group in their association
with legally activists' groups.
Amended motion It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by
Councilman Hobel that the motion be amended to
include the suggestion offered by the City
Attorney: That the activities of "Our House"
be disassociated from specific support for
specific political entities.
(Mayor Hamilton arrived at this time - 7:15 p.m.)
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-Wit:
AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Hobel, Scott
Noes: Councilman Egdahl
Absent: None
Abstain: Mayor Hamilton
Explanation of Programs Ms. Newhouss presented the council with pamphlets
of "Our House" activities, explaining their
funding operation, and probation school.
Main motion carried The motion to accept the report, as amended,
carried unanimously.
c. PRESENTATION OF CPO Dr. Darwin Stuart of Barton-Aschman Associates,
STUDY OF SAN DIEGO - Inc., discussed and explained the study. The
LOS ANGELES CORRIDOR transportation study is sponsored by three
agencies -- an inter-regional study that involves
not only CPO but its equivalent in Los Angeles
area - Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG). The lead agency is CAL-
TRANS. The study ha~ bean underway now for
one year. Mr. Stuart declared that the study
is multi-modal in nature and discussed the five
different modes of transportation considered:
Highway, air, inter-city bus and trailways,
Amtrak or rail, and a high-speed water mode.
Mr. Stuart commented that there are now twenty-
one improvement alternatives which will be
reduced to six. There are approximately
three months left for the report. A conclusion
of the study is that rail is a high cost mode
for improving the level of service significantly.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3. TRASH SERVICE AT LA Mr. Dick Chase, Chula Vista Sanitary Service,
BELLA PIZZA explained that his company is willing to pick
up the trash at the restaurant six days a week
along the curbside for $30 a month. If the
trash is bagged or covered and the pickups
made at a definite time, there would be no
problem with the County Health Department.
Joseph Raso Mr. Raso indicated that there have been times
157 Murray when the trash pickup man would not take the
Chula Vista trash as it was too heavy to load on the truck.
If his tramh could be picked up six days a week,
that would solve 90% of his problem. Mr. Raso
added that he would like to have this in writing
from Mr. Chase.
City Council Meeting -3- February 17, 1976
George Morrison Mr. Morrison thanked the Council for eliminating
183 Mankato the hazardous trees on the Mankato-Whitney
circle. He asked that another tree on his prop-
erty - the one by his sewer line - be removed.
Mr. Morrison said he is also speaking for Lt.
Commander Chuck Burkhart -- three of his trees
were taken out and one remains.
Mrs. B. Sykes Mrs. Sykes asked that the one remaining tree on
173 Mankato her property be removed and replaced with
another tree.
John Ritwigger Mr. Ritwigger asked that the remaining trees
110 Mankato Street on his property be removed and new trees planted.
Director of Public Works Robens stated he would
take another look at the trees on this Circle,
and specifically those mentioned tonight.
4. PUBLIC HEARING - (Cont'd) On the advice of the City Attorney, Councilman
REQUEST OF BAY CITIES Hyde stated he was abstaining from discussion
AMBULANCE SERVICE FOR and vote on this matter due to a possible
AN INCREASE IN RATES conflict of interest.
This hearing was continued to allow staff time
to evaluate additional financial data to be
furnished by the company.
City Manager Cole submitted a written report
explaining that the Director of Finance and the
Assistant City Manager reviewed all the company's
financial data available. Based on this review
and the increased costs of insurance, salaries,
and vehicle gas and oil, it was their recom-
mendation that the increase in rates be approved.
Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised,
the public hearing was opened.
Emily Ritter Mrs. Ritter said she would like to see the
339 Patricia Avenue Council put the ambulance service out to bid --
Chula Vista it has been going on since 1967 and the arrange-
ment violates her constitutional rights. People
should have the right to call the ambulance
of their choice. National City with approxim-
ately 45,000 people has four ambulances, and
Chula Vista should have this right.
Robert Spradley Mr. Spradley said he is the President!~of'the
4318 47th Street San Diego County Ambulance Association and
San Diego encouraged approval of the rate increase request.
Council Discussion The Council d~scussed with Mr. Spradley the
ambulance services in the other cities in San
Diego County.
Ruth Chapman Mrs. Chapman declared that she has never heard
8 Sierra Way an uncomplimentary word about the service. The
Chula Vista staff is adequately trained, and in the high
school district, this firm services 18 games
free of charge.
Frederick A. R. Drew Mr. Drew stated that the issue before the Council
1275 Banner Avenue was an increase in rates - not the issues brought
Chula Vista up by the previous speakers.
Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or
against, the hearing was declared closed.
City Council Meeting -4- February 17, 1976
Steve Ballard In answer to Council's questions, Mr. Ballard
635 Landis Avenue explained that the policy of Bay Cities is that
Chula Vista they transport the patient to the hospital of
his choice. If there is a life/death situation,
the patient is transported to the nearest hos-
pital. In a non-emergency situation where the
patient does not have a preference for a hos-
pital, he is transported to Bay General in odd
months and to Community Hospital in even months.
Motion for approval It was moved by Councilman Hobel, and seconded
of rate increase by Councilman Scott that the City Attorney bring
back a resolution incorporating these proposed
rate increases.
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Egdahl, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Councilman Hyde
Ambulance Contract In answer to Councilman Scott's query, City
Attorney Lindberg explained that this is a one-
year contract but does not terminate at the end
of one year - it is a continuing contract and
does not need to be renewed each year.
Councilman Scott felt the Council should review
all franchises on an annual basis.
Steve Ballard Mr. Ballard declared that the Council has to
look at need and necessity. For over 90% of
the time, Bay Cities operates in Chula Vista
with two ambulances. Mr. Ballard explained the
number of staff, hours of operation, and service
to the City.
Dangerous intersection at He asked that the City staff look at the inter-
Broadway and Chula Vista section of Chula Vista Street and Broadway, as
Street four people have been struck here in the last
month, all of whom were seriously injured.
Motion for franchise It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by
review Mayor Hamilton and unanimously carried that
the franchise be reviewed on an annual basis.
5. a. PUBLIC HEARING - Director of Planning Peterson submitted a
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT written report detailing the background of
TO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING this Code amendment.
TO PARKING REQUIREMENTS
FOR GARAGE CONVERSIONS Mr. Peterson indicated that the advantages of
requiring a replacement garage are (1) clean,
uncluttered neighborhoods, and (2) it tends to
enhance traffic and pedestrian (small children)
safety. The disadvantages are (1) that it
removes a relatively inexpensive method of
creating additional living area and (2) it may
cause illegal conversions.
On November 24, 1975, the Planning Commission
voted to certify IS-75-74 and on January 12,
1976, voted to recommend that the Code be
amended to require offstreet parking spaces
behind the front setback in the event of a
garage conversion.
Public hearing opened This being the time and place as advertised,
Mayor Hamilton opened the public hearing.
City Council Meeting -5- February 17, 1976
Speaking in opposition Speaking in opposition to the proposed amendment
were: Bobbie Morris, 862 Cedar Street; William
Edwards representing the Chamber of Commerce,
Margaret Helton, 162 Mankato Street, Sid Morris,
862 Cedar Street; Mr. Workman, 1648 Oleander;
Clarence Knight, 117 Jefferson Avenue; Frederick
A. R. Drew, 1275 Banner Avenue.
They listed their reasons as: (1) it is extremely
discriminatory; (2) it doesn't hurt the large
homeowner who has a lot of property - it hurts
the small homeowner; (3) most small homes in
Chula Vista cannot have a garage in front because
the home is built on the setback; (4) there is
twenty two foot minimum width required between
driveways which means the first driveway would
have to be dug up and the curbs replaced; (5)
it imposes a hardship on the low-income and
middle-income families; (6) a person should
do whatever he wants with his own property; (7)
there is a five foot setback requirement on
either side of a house and many homes have been
built in the community under this restriction --
there would be no way possible they could reach
their back yard; (8) a majority of the homes
on '~L" Street and Naples, and between Hilltop
and 1-805 have carports - many of the carports
have been converted into rooms; (9) 70% of
the homeowners do not park their cars in their
garages~ (10) ordinance should be changed to
require people to provide adequate offstreet
parking in the event of a garage conversion;
(11) the ordinance amendment is not designed to
accommodate the taxpayer - it is designed to
create more work for the building contractors.
Letters of opposition It was noted that letters were received from
the Broadway Association, Taxpayers' Association,
and Chamber of Commerce opposing the proposed
amendment.
Public hearing closed There being no further comments, either for or agains~ the hearing was closed.
Council comments Councilman Hyde spoke of the need for this
standard, citing the past and existing ordinances
which led up to this public hearing. Councilman
Scott discussed the two-car garage requirement,
which is required by FHA. Councilman Hobel
spoke in opposition indicating it would be a
heavy burden on the taxpayer. Mayor Hamilton
agreed commenting that "a man's home is his
castle" and there should be someplace that a
person has the right to do what he wishes to
do without all-governing bodies standing over
him. Councilman Egdahl asked the City Attorney
if garages could be converted and adequate
storage be provided, is it possible to tie to
that an annual review so that the Council could
see those situations where this is being done.
Recess A recess was called at 9:07 p.m. (tape break)
and the meeting reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
In answer to Councilman Egdahl's question, City
Attorney Lindberg answered that it would not be
necessary to incorporate this review condition
onto the motion - the staff could be directed
to provide that information.
City Council Meeting -6- February 17, 1976
Motion to file It was moved by Councilman Hobel and seconded
by Mayor Hamilton to file consideration of any
amendment.
Discussion of motion Councilman Scott felt that the Council should
act on the item.
Motion withdrawn Councilman Hobel withdrew his motion; Mayor
Hamilton agreed to the second.
Motion to accept It was moved by Councilman Hyde that the staff's
staff's recon~nendations recommendation be accepted, to-wit: (1) that
the City Council finds that this project does
not have any possible significant impact on the
environment and certifies the Negative Declaration
for this proposed change to the zoning ordinance,
(2) that an amendment te the zoning ordinance
requiring a new enclosed garage if the existing
one is converted be adopted as indicated in
Exhibit 2 (in staff's report).
No second to motion The motion died for lack of second.
Motion to accept Planning It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded
Commission's recommendation by Councilman Hyde that the Council finds that
this project will not have any possible signifi-
cant impact on the environment and certifies
the Negative Declaration (IS-75-74), and if
there is any conversion of garages, there be a
requirement of offstreet parking spaces behind
the front setback (which is the Planning Com-
mission's recommendation [Bxhibit 1]).
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hyde, Egdahl
Noes: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton
Absent: None
b. ORDINANCE It was moved by Councilman Scott that this
AMENDING SECTION 19.62.190 ordinance be placed on its first reading and
OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE that the reading of the text be waived by
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL unanimous consent.
PARKING - FIRST READING
The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Scott, Hyde, Egdahl
Noes: Councilmen Hobel, R~amilton
Absent: None
Moratorium Mr. Petarson asked if the Council wished ~
rescind the moratorium on garage conversions.
Councilman Scott commented that this would be
automatically lifted on the effective date of
the ordinance (30 days after the second reading).
Discussion continued After item #8 on the agenda, the Council con-
tinued discussion of this matter questioning
the Director of Planning about the existing
ordinance and Planning Department procedure.
Mr. Peterson explained that the existing
ordinance allows the Zoning Administrator to
authorize parking within the front setback
area. As a matter of pratice, the Zoning
Administrator has never denied that. The ord-
inance placed on first reading tonight is a
"tightening up" of the existing ordinance.
City Council Meeting -7- February 17, 1976
Council discussion Discussion ensued regarding the existing ordinance,
procedures of the Zoning Administrator, the
number of conversions within the past few years,
and whether the ordinance, as adopted tonight,
would be adequately effective.
Motion to reconsider It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that
this matter be reconsidered.
Motion for existing It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, and seconded
ordinance by Councilman Scott that the existing ordinance
remain as is with a provision, if it is not
already there, for architectural compatibility
by the Planning Director (Zoning Administrator).
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton
Noes: Councilman Hyde
Absent: None
6. RESOLUTION NO. 8056 - Joseph V. Busch has submitted a request for
ELECTING TO PROCEED UNDER the vacation of portions of Toyon Lane east of
THE PROVISIONS OF THE Corte Maria Avenue. The existing right-of-way
STREET VACATION ACT OF is eighty feet and was dedicated as a portion
1941 DECLARING THE of "E" Street. However, when "E" Street was
INTENTION OF THE CITY extended, this portion of the street was named
COUNCIL TO VACATE Toyon Lane and is classified as a residential
PORTIONS OF TOYON LANE street serving eight properties. The public
EAST OF CORTE MARIA AVENUE hearing is scheduled for March 9, 1976 at 7:00 p.m.
AND SETTING A TIME AND
PLACE FOR HEARING THEREON
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton,
Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: None
7. RESOLUTION NO. 8057 - The Following bids were received on February 2,
ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING 1976:
CONTRACT FOR ASPHALTIC
CONCRETE FOR THE PERIOD BIDDER PRICE INCLUDING TAX
FEBRUARY 10, 1976 THROUGH
AUGUST 9, 1976 V; R. Dennis Const. Co. $18,502.30
Griffith Company 15,401.80
Sim J. Harris Co. 16,914.42
Industrial Asphalt 16,858.24
The Purchasing Agent explained that the low bid
was from Industrial Asphalt; however, the bid
included a maximum 12% escalation clause. Taking
the escalation percentage into consideration, the
firm bid of Griffith Company qualifies as the
lowest bidder. It was the recommendation to award
the contract to Griffith Company.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton,
Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: None
City Council Meeting -8- February 17, 1976
8. RESOLUTION NO. 8058 - The following bids were received on February
ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING 2, 1976:
CONTRACT FOR AUTOMOTIVE
EQUIPMENT ~er Item 1 Item 2 Item 3
South Ray Chevrolet $ 2,968.07 $ 3,837.22 $ 5,048.12
Carl Burger Dodge NO BID 3,900.00 5,000.00
Mira Mesa DodOe 2,951.62 3,849.69 5,038.05
Ful]er Ford 3,047.32 4,140.06 5,106.87
Stanley Dodgq NO BID 3,999.76 5,210.27
Center City Ford 3,000.00 4,036.00 5,344.00
Colonial Ford 3,060.00 4,004.00 5,302.00
Lamb Chevrolet 2,990.00 3,954.00 5,049.00
Best AMC 2,9B5.15 NO BID NO BID
Prices above do not include tax.
The Purchasing Agent stated that the bid of Mira
Mesa Dodge on Item 1 does not meet specifications
as to tire size furnished.
It was recommended that the bids be accepted and
contracts be awarded to South Bay Chevrolet for
Items 1 and 2 and to Carl Burger Dodge for Item
3.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Egdahl, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton,
Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: None
9. RESOLUTION NO. 8059 - At the Council meetimg of February 3, 1976, the
FINDING THAT CERTAIN PARK staff was requested to bring back a resolution
DEVELOPMENT AT PALOMAR PARK appropriating funds for construction of a rest
BE EXCEPTED FROM THE REQUIRE- room facility and drinking fountain at Palomar
MENTS OF THE C~ARTER AND THAT Park.
COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF MATERIALS AND The resolution calls for an appropriation of
EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES IS $10,000:
IMPRACTICAL AND MAY BE PER-
FORMED MORE ECONOMICALLY BY $6,683.81 to come from PAD District #7 funds,
CITY WORK FORCES AND APPRO- $3,316.19 from unappropriated reserve of General
PRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR Fund.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hobel, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde,
Egdahl, Scott
Noes: None
Absent: None
10. RESOLUTION NO. 8060 - This cooperative agreement is for the improve-
APPROVING AGREEMENT ment of Main Street from Fresno Avenue to 1-805
BETWEEN THE CITY OF a total distance of approximately 1.70 miles.
CHULA VISTA AND COUNTY The length of improvements within the City is
OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE 0.44 miles. The project provides for the widen-
IMPROVEMENT OF MAIN lng of Main Street to accommodate four lanes of
STREET traffic rather than the present two lanes. Most
of the expense will be paid with FAU funds (Fed-
eral Aid Urban) and the remaining portion to be
paid by City and County funds.
City Council Meeting -9- February 17, 1976
Re-estimation of cost Director of Public Works Robens stated that the
County has re-estimated the cost of the project
from a total of $664,000 to $866,000, and there
is a possible total City expenditure of $100,000
in total construction costs. Mr. Robens said
he would present the total figure at budget time.
Additionally, more FAU money was requested and
if approved, the cost will not go up.
Resolution offered Offered by Councilman Hyde, 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
11. a. ORDINANCE NO. 1667 - Councilman Egdahl questioned the City Attorney
AMENDING SECTION 3.32.040 as to what residential/construction tax would
SUBSECTION A OF THE CHULA be paid by "boarding houses."
VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL City Attorney Lindberg indicated it would be
CONSTRUCTION TAX - difficult to find a proper classification and an
First reading amendment would have to be made to the ordinance.
The Director of Planning presented a written
analysis of the proposal. A meeting was held
with developers engineers and planning firms on
September 26, 1975 (2Q were mailed notices and 2
attended the meeting.)
Under the proposed amendment for Residential
Construction Tax, the taxes would be increased
by 25%.
11. b. ORDINANCE NO. 1668 - Under the Park Land Dedication and In Lieu Fees,
AMENDING THE CITY CODE it would require subdividers to dedicate and
RELATING TO PARK LAND improve park lands in accordance with the Code,
DEDICATION AND IN LIEU or at the option of the City, pay the fair
FEE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE market value of said lands and the value of the
ACQUISITION AND DEVELOP- required improvements. The standard in lieu fee
MENT OF PARKLANDS AND schedule would be deleted in favor of an amount
OPEN SPACE AND THE DEDICA- based upon the actual value of the land which
TION OF SCHOOL SITES - would otherwise be dedicated, plus the cost of
First reading those park improvements required to be installed.
Ordinances placed on It was moved by Councilman Egdahl that these
first reading ordinances be placed on first reading and that
reading of the text be waived by unanimous
consent.
The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton,
Hyde
Noes: None
Absent: None
12. REPORTS OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. Status report - Mission City Manager Cole reported that Mission Cable TV
Cable TV and the Gersten Companies have signed a contract
for the sale of the underground conduit on
February 9, 1976. Service of Cable TV into the
E1 Rancho del Rey area will be activated by April
1, 1976.
City Council Meeting -10- February 17, 1976
The only other major area in the City currently
without cable service is Rancho Ri~s Units 1 through
5. Ths homeowners' association is currently in
litigation with the developer regarding the sale
of their master antenna system. Once the litiga-
tion is resolved, Mission Cable will secure
service to that area.
Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that
the report be accepted.
b. Joint Powers Agreement - City Manager Cole asked the Council for some
South Bay Court policy direction concerning the memo from the
City Attorney in which he suggested the possibi-
lity of the incprporation of the existing Civic
Center into a total project with the County
Regional Center to be administered by the joint
powers authority prssently contemplated, pursuant
to am agreement between the City and the County.
Mr. Cole further stated ~hat a resolution of
intention to enter into a joint powers agreement
with the County for the development of the County
Regional Center is now necessary.
Set for Council Conference It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by
Mayor Hamiltom and unanimously carried that this
item be set for Council Conference as soon as
convenient -- Fsbruary 25 at 4:00 p.m.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
13. REPORT ON SUBSTITUTION OF On October 7, 1975, Council directed staff to
GROUND MONUMENT SI.~S FOR investigate a zoning text amendment which would
WALL SIGNS FOR FREESTAND- allow ground monument signs in lieu of wall
ING BUILDINGS WITHIN A signs for isolated businesses located in shop-
SHOPPING CENTER ping center areas.
In analyzing the present ordinance, the Director
of Planning concluded that present sign regula-
tions provide adequate identification for sep~
arate freestanding buildings located within a
shopping center. He added that providing the
option of monument signs in lieu of wall signs
would ¢ompoun~ the problem of sign equity among
businesses within a shopping center.
Report accepted It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that
the report be accepted.
14. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO On January 27, 1976 the Council received a
EXTEND THE USE OF FREESTAND- letter from Mr. Larry Hake of Clancey's Old
ING POLE SIGN AT 465 "H" Fashioned Hamburgers requesting Permission to
STREET retain the freestanding pole sign advertising
his business in the Home Fair Shopping Center
for an indefinite period of time.
City Council Meeting -11- February 17, 1976
Director of Planning Peterson submitted a
written report detailing the background of the
signs and businesses im this location.
He recommended that the Council direct the
applicant to remove the sign structure within
30 days. If not removed by that time, the bond
should be foreclosed and the sign removed by a
City-hired contractor.
Mr. Peterson based his conclusion on (1)
the experience of other businesses in this
location indicating a separate freestanding
sign is not essential to business success in
this location; (2) the wall signs on the build-
ing adequately identify the business; (3) there
is no hardship or physical peculiarity of the
property which would justify treating it dif-
ferently from other properties in the same zone.
Motion for 3-year It was moved by Councilman Scott and seconded
approval by Mayor Hamilton that the freestanding pole
sign be allowed for a period of three years.
Motion amended It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by
Councilman Hobel that the motion be amended to
eliminate the time of 3 years to the limit of
other non-conforming signs under the sign ordi-
nance which have a 15-year limit (starting in
1964 when the sign ordinance was passed).
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Hobel, Hamilton
Noes: Councilmen Scott, Egdahl
Absent: None
Landscaping Councilman Hobel asked the staff to contact the
owner to bring the landscaping up to standard in
fron~ of this business establishment.
Main motion carried The main motion for approval of allowing the free-
standing sign to remain carried unanimously,
as amended.
15. REPORT ON COUNTY OWNED Director of Public Works Robens reported that
PARCEL AT HILLTOP DRIVE under the Short Form 1911 Act procedure, cities
AND "H" STREET may force the installation of pdblic improve-
ments on a block where mor~ than 50% of the
frontage is presently installed. Since the
properties are in the C~unty and the improve-
ments are in the City, the Act provides that
the City can initiate and carry through the
entire proceedings with County concurrence.
Mr. Robens added that with the installation of
public improvements on Hilltop Drive adjacent
to the County property, the 50% condition for
this block of Hilltop Drive would be satisfied.
City Manager's Report City Manager Cole reported that contact was
made with the County and they stated that Chula
Vista could not amend their sales advertising
so the property will be auctioned. The County
expects $10,000 for the lot.
City Council Meeting -12- February 17, 1976
Annexation Councilman Scott asked whether the County would
annex the property. Mr. Cole remarked that the
staff did not ask the County about annexation.
He recommended that (1) the City ask the County
to withdraw the sale of the property [to enable
the City to negotiate for it] and (2) whether
they will annex the lot prior to the sale.
Mr, Cole added that he can get this request
to the Board of Supervisors for their next
meeting on Tuesday (February 24).
Report accepted It was movedlby Councilman Scott, seconded by
Mayor Hamilton and unanimously carried that the
City Manager's recommendations be accepted.
16. REQUEST FOR BUS SERVICE The Parks and Recreation Cormmission requested
TO T~E CITY'S ROHR PARK Ceuncil consideration of bus service to Rohr
ON SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS Park on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays in
AND HOLIDAYS order to lmcrease accessibility for the citizens
of the community to the park area,
Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Egdmhl, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unamimously carried that
this item be referred to staff for analysis of
the cost, problems involved, and the possibility
of State funds - the City's entitlement.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Absence from meeting Councilman Scott asked permission to be absent
from the next meeting.
Permission granted It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by
Councilman Hobel and unanimously carried that
permission be granted to Councilman Scott to
be absent from the meeting of February 24.
GERSTEN DEVELOPMENT Councilman Scott questioned the status of the
0tay Land Company report.
Director of Planning Peterson explained that
the Planning Commission held a public hearing
and at that time, there was a dispute regard-
ing the old traffic information. The Conncil
de~ided to delay the option of the general
development plan until after the traffic study
had been completed. This study is now under
way but it has gone beyond the 9-month period
of time which was originally intended.
Councilman Scott discussed the development of
the area, stating that the original plan was
approved 6 years ago, the density is too much,
and nothing is being done to change it and there
should be a developmental plan for the area.
Councilman Scott felt there should be a Council
Conference on this matter.
Motion It was moved by Mayor Hamilton, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that
the Planning Director be directed to come back
with a date at the next meeting at which he can
be prepared to report to Council on history of
where it is, where it was, what the schedule
was, what has been done and what is being
proposed to be done.
City Council Meeting -13- February 17, 1976
DIbINERMEETING Councilman Hobel thanked the Director of Parks
and Recreation and City Manager for the dinner
held the previous evening.
MONSERATE AND "L" STREET Councilman Hobel said he recmived calls concern-
ing the accidents at this intersection.
It was moved by Councilman Hobel, seconded by
Councilman Scott and unanimously carried that
the staff be directed to report back on the
hazardous conditions, if any, that exist at
this intersection.
GOLF COURSE PARKING LOT Councilman Hobel questioned the timing on the
cemplation of the Golf Course parking lot
extension.
The Director of Public Works said it was under
design and will take an additional 6 to 9 months.
Director of Parks and Recreation Hall co~ented
that dirt is being stored in this area now.
He will work with the Director of Public Works
to solve some of the problems.
CITY MANAGER'S ANNIVERSARY Councilman Hyde congratulated Mr. Cole on his
first anniversa%y as City Manager with the City
(February 14), and the commendable way in which
he has performed his duties in this capacity.
ABSENCE FROM MEETINGS Councilman Egdahl announced he would be absent
from the May 25, June 1 and JuDe 8 meetings
because of his daughter's graduation and wedding.
Motion for permission It was moved by Councilman Hyde and seconded by
Mayor Hamilton that permission be granted.
Motion carried The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Hyde, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Councilman Egdahl
LIBRARY DEDICATION Councilman Egdahl referred to the letter from
SUGGESTION Mr. Nick Slijk recommending that Mr. Jim
Glasgow be honored during the dedication of
the new library since he was instrumental in
getting the City and County together which
culminated in the sale of the property.
Referred to Library staff It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that
this request be referred to the Library staff
for consideration.
PURCHASE OF VEHICLES Councilman Egdahl referred to item 8 on the
agenda noting that there are a number of CETA
vehicles in the City under the lease-purchase
arrangement. He asked that the staff keep in
mind when making budgetary requests for new
vehicles that these vehicles are on hand.
City Council Meeting -14- February 17, 1976
17. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Verified claim for damages - Mr. Boggan filed a claim in the amount of
Tommy P. Boggan, 744 $193.11 claiming that on February 6, 1976
Saugerties Avenue, San Diego his vehicle was struck in the back by a
police car just west of Third Avenue on "E"
Street.
Claim denied It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that
the claim be denied and referred to the City's
insurance carrier for investigation.
b. Verified claim for damages - Mr. Burkhard filed a claim in the amount of
Charles Burkhard, 186 $51.73 claiming that on February 10, 1976
Mankato Street, Chula a window in his motorhome was broken as a
Vista result of tree cut~ing in the area.
Clain denied It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that
the claim be denied and referred to the City's
insurance carrier for investigation.
c. Requests to forgive The Broadway Association and the Taxpayers
Starlight Center loan Association requested that the Council forgive
the $11,000 interest-free loan made by the
City for City-required street improvements.
Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Scott, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that
this matter be referred to staff both as to
legality and effect on the budget.
d. Petition for stop sign A petition, containing 86 signatures, was
and crosswalk at corner submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas L. Morano,
of Loma Lane and Orange 1602 Loma Lane, requesting a stop sign and
Avenue crosswalk at the corner of Loma Lane and Orange
Avenue so that children can walk across the
street safely when going and coming from the
Loma Verde Recreation Park.
Referred to staff It was moved by Councilman Hyde, seconded by
Mayor Hamilton and unanimously carried that
the request be referred to staff for investigation
and recommendation.
e. Letter of resignation - Mrs. Walker submitted her resignation due to
Frances Walker, Civil the fact that she is now a candidate for City
Service Commission Council.
Resignation accepted It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by
Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that
the resignation be accepted and a letter of
thanks sent to Mrs. Walker for her services on
this Commission.
City Attorney's comments Mr. Lindberg said his office will inform
Mrs. Walker of possible legal complications
regarding her candidacy. The Charter indicates
that a member of the Civil Service Con~nission
may not hold an elective office until after
one year of termination of service. Mr. Lindberg
stated It was his opinion that this is Df
City Council Meeting -15- February 17, 1976
"questionable constitutionality." The provision
was put into the Charter when the Civil Service
Commission occupied a much different role:
salary setting and recommendations to the Council.
Mayor Hamilton declared that this provision
was an oversight which the Council did not catch
and would have put on the April 13 election ballot.
ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at 10:23 p.m.
to the meeting scheduled for February 24, 1976
at 7:00 p.m.
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