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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 1979/07/05 RDA MINUTES OF A JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday - 7:0? p.m. July 5, 1979 A joint public hearing of the. City Council/Redevelopment Agency was held on the above date beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California with the following: COUNCILMEN/MEMBERS PRESENT Mayor/Chairman Hyde; Councilmen/Members Cox, Egdahl, Gillow, Scott COUNCILMEN/MEMBERS ABSENT None ST AFF PRESENT Executive Director Cole, Community Development Director Desrochers, Special Counsel Reed, Deputy City Manager Robens, Administrative Analyst Sanseverino ABBREVIATIONS USED IN For the purpose of the joint meeting, the following MINUTES abbreviations will be used: M/C: Mayor/Chairman C/M: Councilman/Member CM/ ED : City Manager/Executive Director COD/AS: Community Development Director/Agency Secretary M/C Hyde announced the joint meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency was for the purpose of holding a public hearing for consideration of the proposed merger of the Bayfront and Town Centre redevelopment projects, and public testimony would be taken when the hearing was officially opened. COD/AS Desrochers explained the notice of public hearing was published on June 14, 21 and 28, 1979. Property owners, within the subject boundaries were notified by certified mail/return receipt requested. The proof of publication along with the return receipt cards were submitted as evidence. Mr. Desrochers expressed his appreciation for the cooperation from a City volunteer in the mailing preparation. Mr. Desrochers also stated that the Environmental Review Committee, on June 14, 1979, found the proposed merger to have no adverse environmental impact. It was noted that AB405 has gone through the State Senate and Assembly. It was not known at that time whether or not the Governor's signature had been obtained. Mr. Desrochers explained the purpose of the proposed merger is to accommodate financial planning and to obtain funds to implement both projects. The passage of AB405 will enable this merger. It is also important to note that the redevelopment plans of both projects would not be changed. ITEM NO. 1 - PUBLIC HEARING - MERGER OF BAYFRONT AND TOWN CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was declared open. There being no public comments, the public hearing was declared closed. 7/5/79 . ._U'_... __~_,_.__,_._"______..__ -2- Joint Public Hearing - City Council /Redevelopment Agency July 5, 1979 Special Counsel Reed stated the Negative Declaration' on the project would have to be approved prior to adoption of the resolution. MOTION TO APPROVE NEGATIVE DECLARATION It was moved by M/C Hyde, seconded by C/M Scott and unanimously carried to accept the negative declaration. RESOLUTION NO. 186 - RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BAYFRONT REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND THE TOWN CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN RESOLUTION OFFERED Offered by C/M Scott, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: C/M Scott, Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE NO. 1872 - AMENDING THE BAY FRONT REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND THE TOWN CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN MOTION TO PLACE ORDINANCE ON FIRST READING It was moved by Councilman Scott that Ordinance No. 1872 be placed on first reading and that the reading of the text be waived by' unanimous consent. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Scott, Cox, Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow Noes; None Absent: None JOINT MEETING ADJOURNED The joint City Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. REGULAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING CONVENED Chairman Hyde convened the regular Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:15 p.m. noting all members in attendance. ITEM NO. 2 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of June 7 and 12, 1979 as mailed. (Member Scott abstained.) ITEM NO. 3 - REPORT: LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM Public hearingswith regard to Chula Vista's Local Coastal Program are scheduled before the State Coastal Commission in July and August. The only decisions the State Commission 7/5179 -,",-,-_._,--_.._....._.,- . .......----...-----------..---- -3- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 5, 1979 will be making in July will be on "substantial issues" or those issues that are in conflict with }he Coastal Act. After Chula Vista has presented its position on those decisions, the State will make its final decision in' August. Community Development Director Desrochers stated the City will be allowed two hours to discuss issues of importance at the State Coastal Commission hearing in Los Angeles on July 16th. On August 14 and 15, the final decision on Chula Vista's LCP will be made. State officials will be taken on a tour of the Bayfront prior to those dates on Monday, August 13. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Egdahl and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO.4 - RESOLUTION NO. 187 - AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 119 AND RESOLUTION NO. 175 BETWEEN ORANGE DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENT COMPANY AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY At the June Redevelopment Agency meeting, Orange Development & Investment Company was granted an extension of their Exclusive Negotiation Agreement to July 5, 1979. Staff has met with the developer and an agreement as to the contents of a Disposition & Development Agreement has been',reached. Therefore, an additional extension of one month has been requested. Community Development Director Desrochers reported that the developer is progressing. Most of their financing has been obtained and leasing is firm. Special Counsel Reed indicated that as of last week, we had agreed on all terms of a Disposition & Development Agreement except for the amount for the purchase of land. The firm has deposited $25,000 (non-refundable) and this is the reason an extension is being requested. RESOLUTION OFFERED Offered by Chairman Hyde, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Hyde, Gillow, Scott, Cox, Egdahl Noes: None Absent: None ITEM NO. 5 - REPORT: FINANCING PLAN TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL OFF-STREET PARKING IN THE TOWN CENTRE Last summer, the City Council instructed staff to evaluate public parking financing methods in Subarea 1 of Town Centre I, along with a recommendation for a public parking plan for official adoption by the Council and Agency. Since then, staff has developed and presented a financing plan to the Project Area Committee, Parking Place Commission, and Town Centre Business & Professional Association. 7/5179 ----------- -4- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 5, 1979 Mr. Desrochers told the Agency that the Project Area Committee (after considerable discussion) recómmendsthe Agency consider the subject. report for informational purposes only pending further consideration by the Project Area Committee and the Parking Place Commission. The Project Area Committee is concerned with the proposed in-lieu fee and asks the Agency's indulgence. MOTION TO HOLD OVER ITEM It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried that the item be held over for one month pending further consideration by various civic groups. ITEM NO. 6 - REPORT: UDAG STATUS Chula Vista's UDAG application will be reconsidered during the next funding round in September due to the developer's inability to secure a firm financial commitment. Meanwhile, the developer has informed staff that construction plans for the commercial phase have been submitted. to a new financial institution who feels that an acceptable financial commitment can be provided to HUD by September. The next round of awards will be announced in early October. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 7 _ RESOLUTION - APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR MORTGAGE BANKING SERVICES WITH BA MORTGAGE AND INTERNATIONAL REALTY CORPORATION Community Development Director Desrochers requested this item be held over pending passage of HR3712. MOTION TO HOLD OVER ITEM It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried that this item be held over until the passage of HR3712. ITEM NO.8 - REPORT: ZOGOB SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE With the exception of the financial commitment letter, nearly all of the paperwork necessary for Mr. Zogob to break ground has been completed. Mr. Desrochers reported that due to the unavailability of SB99 bonds, there has been a change in the developer's schedule. Staff has met with a representative of the Bank of America and he offers two alternatives: 1) build 65 units and continue with balance of units after first half are sold; 2) build 129 units during first phase with developer depositing a sizeable cash reserve wi th the bank. . Member Cox questioned the July 9 date on the Schedule of Performance regarding issuance of a building permit and construction of Phase I of residential. 7/5179 ---_...-.._-".,-_._-_....~_._-,..~.- -5- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 5, 1979 Mr. Desrochers.èommented that the loose ends are being tied with regard to the vacation of streets. . Member Scott expressed concern about the residential portion being built prior to UDAG award. Special Counsel Reed. explained the Disposition & Development Agreement has bèen struc- tured so that in the event UDAG does not become available, there is a redesign of the project. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 9 - REPORT: RELOCATION UPDATE On June 13, 1979, the Relocation Appeals Board (Project Area Committee) heard the appeal of Al Houtkamp, owner of Harvey's Bakery. Mr. Houtkamp was instructed at that time to obtain moving cost estimates while staff was requested to provide another in- dependent opinion on the relocation of the large oven. Agency members were provided with copies of letters from several civic groups concerned with relocation of dis- placed businesses. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 10 - REPORT: APPROVING CONTRACT WITH O'MELVENY & MYERS FOR SOUTH BAY REGIONAL CENTER BONDS In 1977, San Diego County hired O'Melveny & Myers to assist in the preparation of the bond sale for the South Bay Regional Center. In this respect, the firm has asked for concurrence by the Agency in their contract with the County for legal services associ- ated with the sale of bonds. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Chairman Hyde and unanimously carried to accept the report. ITEM NO. 11 - REPORT: MEMORIAL PARK SIGN In June, the Project Area Committee requested staff suggest to the Redevelopment Agency that a sign be placed on Agency acquired property in Memorial Park to inform the public of the redevelopment project. The estimated cost of the sign is between $300 and $400. The director suggested that this item may be premature at this time. MOTION TO TABLE REPORT It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Cox and unanimously carried to table th e repo rt. 7/5179 __ ..__~m. _ ____.....,._____________.._________. -6- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 5, 1979 ITEM NO. 12 - RESOLUTION NO. 188 - APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AND AGENCY FOR CONSTRUCTION OF COURTHOUSE AND RELATED FACILITIES In order to relieve Agency/City staff from the burden of overseeing the construction of the South Bay Regional Center, Bond Counsel has prepared a construction trust agree- ment. The County will be responsible for orders, bids and general overseeing of the center on behalf of the Agency, and by previous agreement with the County, the Agency is relieved of liability with regard to County actions. RESOLUTION OFFERED Offered by Member Egdahl, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Members Egdahl, Hyde, Gillow, Scott Noes:. None Absent: None Mr. Desrochers stated that following tonight's meeting, on Tuesday, July 10, bids will be received beginning at 11:00 a.m. He indicated that perhaps it would be appropriate for the Agency to submit a lease bid proposal to the County Board of Supervisors. MOTION TO SUBMIT LEASE BID PROPOSAL TO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried to authorize the Agency Secretary (Mr. Desrochers) to submit a lease bid proposal to the Board of Supervisors of San Diego County for the ground lease in connection with the issuance of the $51 million South Bay Regional Center 1979 Lease Revenue Bonds. ITEM NO. 13 - REPORT: TOWN CENTRE II Officials and staff of the Chula Vista Shopping Center met recently to discuss its deteriorating condition. Within a month, conceptual plans will be submitted to City s ta ff. In the meantime, Walker Scott has been discussing alternative concepts with the City and principles of the center. Chairman Hyde questioned phase 1 of the shopping center staff report regarding replace- ment of all pedestrian walks in the mall. Community Development Director Desrochers explained that the owners would like to replace all of the pavement because of cracking, etc. The major problem stems from the appearance of the flooring and the age of the center. Chairman Hyde asked staff to follow up on this. MOTION TO ACCEPT REPORT It was moved by Member Cox, seconded by Member Scott and unanimously carried to accept the report. 7/5179 - +-~. -+----- -----,.._,._~----'- -7- Redevelopment Agency Meeting July 5, 1979 MEMBERS' COMMENTS Members expressed their best wishes to Member Egdahl, this being his last Agency meeting. Chairman Hyde noted that activities of the Redevelopment Agency have become extremely complex and busy. He felt it would be appropriate that the Agency meet mid-month at which time a staff report be provided updating the three redevelopment projects. MOTION TO SCHEDULE SPECIAL AGENCY MEETINGS It was moved by Chairman Hyde, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried that the Redevelopment Agency regularly schedule a special meeting to follow the third City Council meeting each month for the purpose of receiving a status report on redevelopment proj ects . The Chairman noted the mo~ion was not made with the intent to create another regular Agency meeting.. SPECIAL COUNSEL COMMENTS Special Counsel Reed indicated he will file for conveyance of the Mr. Jat's property with the Agency's concurrence and, therefore, requested a motion authorizing him to do so. MOTION AUTHORIZING CLEAR TITLE It was moved by Member Scott, seconded by Member Gillow and unanimously carried that Special Counsel Reed be authorized to obtain clear title for the Mr. Jat's property. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m. to the special Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for July 10, 1979. ecretary 7/5179 _____..__m_m.+_.. - _.._---_._-~-_._.-.-