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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1975/04/16 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held ~dnesday April 16, 1975 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of Chula Vista, California was held on the above date beginning at 3:40 p.m. in the Conference Room, City Hall, 276 Four Avenue, with the following Councilmen present: Coun¢il~eniMobel,~gamilton, Hyde, Egdahl Councilman absent: Councilman Scott Staff present: City Manager Cole, Director of Parks and Recreation Hall Meeting called Mayor Hamilton called the meeting to order to Order at 3:40 p.m., and introduced Mr. Jim Mohr, Bicentennial Coordinator who showed a Bicentennial film. Letter from Council Mr. Sid Cornell, Chairman of the Mayor's Committee for the Bicentennial Celebration, suggested that a letter be sent from the Mayor and the City Council to all organi- zations in the City asking them to organize their programs for the Bicentennial. Art Work Possibility of art work was brought up. Mr. Cornell remarked that the City should encourage individual participation such as decoration of homes, planting gardens, trees, embroidery, etc. Log Mayor Hamilton asked that a log be kept on this activity for possible community achievement awards. Jim Mohr spoke about going out to different clubs and organizations, showing the film, and gives them a form to fill out. (Bicen- tennial computer print-out form). "Tear~0ff'' Form Mr. Cornell suggested that they initiate a program whereby a permanent record could be kept of what different households are doing. It could be a "tear-off" type of form that the people could mail in; this could be distributed with the City calendar. July 4th "Special Progran~" Mr. Cornell discussed the July 4, 1976, (Sunday) "Special Program". There will be religious services held in all institutions followed by a parade, picnics, street dances: special parties at all city parks. Adjourned Regular Meeting 2 April 16, 1975 Mr. Hyde suggested that possibly each or- ganization could take a park and along with assistance from the City and staff, decorate a park. Street Dances and Fireworks Mr. Cornell spoke of the possibility of street dances - spoke of the success of the street dances which were held on the 50th anniversary of Chula Vista. He mentioned that they are not very expensive to hold. They could be set for young people with rock bands and more traditional music for the older people. The possibility of fireworks was discussed and Mayor Hamilton stated that we should work with the Fire Department on this. Special Funding Mr. Cornell indicated that there might be a possibility of the necessity of special funding from the City. He suggested a bi- centennial landmark or symbol. Perhaps this could be done along with the building of the new public library. He added that there is a possibility of getting private contributions along with public funding. Commissioning Art Work Discussion followed regarding having some or Sculpture type of sculpture as a permanent Bicen- tennial art piece. It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that an appropriate committee be formed to have a competition whereby people would submit sketches of some type of sculpture. A selection will then be made by the Committee of the artist and he/she will be commissioned to sculpture the art work which will be placed either in or outside the new library. Involvement of Children It was also suggested that the children in the schools of Chula Vista be invited to get involved in this. Elementary Schools The possibility of badges for school-age children was mentioned. They were used in the 50th anniversary celebration of Chula Vista and proved quite popular. Mr. Cornell indicated that perhaps the school districts would purchase these. Adjourned Regular Meeting 3 April 16~ 1975 Liberty Bell program Jim Mohr suggested a red~ white and blue liberty bell-shaped flower garden be planted in front of City Hall. Insulation of Homes Mr. Cornell brought out the fact that last year there was a program devoted to energy, and to have Chula Vista be "the best insu- lated City in the world". Emil Porro Mr. Porro explained that the San Diego Gas San Diego Gas & Electric & Electric Company has put on a massive pro- gram to alert people to save energy by in- sulating their homes. The average figure to insulate a home is 20~ per square foot. It was suggested that one or more of the City buildings should be selected for insu- lation as dedication of the city to the program. It could probably be done without any cost to the City. Possibly a large company (e.g. Corning) would do this at no cost. TV Public Service General discussion of insulating - TV sta- Presentations tions in San Diego might have a public service presentation program aimed at ad- vancing "insulation of homes". Maybe 1 or 2 homes could be selected in the City to use as "model" insulated homes. Mr. Porto sug- gested contacting banks, stores and office buildings in Chula Vista and having them become active in this program. {At this time Councilman Hobel left the meeting) Funding Requests It was moved by Councilman Egdahl, seconded by Councilman Hyde and unanimously carried that the Bicentennial Committee submit a report to the Council for the budget session which comes up in May. This report should contain a request for funds that the Com- mittee will need to help with the bicen- tennial program. Councilman Hyde asked that the Committee note any grant funds which would be obtainable. Presentation of Mayor Hamilton presented a Certificate to Certificate Mr. Jim Fergus, representing the Elks Club of Chula Vista for the July 4, 1974 parade. Mayor Hamilton thanked Mr. Cornell for his presentation and complimented the Committee on the work they are doing. Adjourned Regular Meeting 4 April ~6:~ 1975 City Manager Cole City Manager Cole noted Mr. Mohr's applica- tion of the National Endowment for Arts Grant and asked that this amount be con- sidered at budget time since it will in- volve the City to make matching funds ($8,900). Mayor's Report Interviews for Environmental Control Com- mission, starting Wednesday at 7:00 until 10:00 p.m. Councilman Egdahl mentioned he could not arrive before 8:30 or 9;00. Mayor Hamilton directed City Clerk to con- tact school districts and set up a Council Conference regarding school fees for new construction. Bring back information at Tuesday night Council meeting. Adjournment Mayor Hamilton adjourned the meeting at S:00 p.m. to Monday, April 21, at 7:00 p.m. City Clerk ~