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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1986/01/07 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ° OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Tuesday, January 7, 1986 Council Chamber 4:00 p.m. Public Services Building ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Moore, Scott, McCandliss MEMBERS ABSENT Councilman Malcolm STAFF PRESENT City Manager Goss, Assistant City Manager Asmus, City Attorney Harron PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG~ SILENT PRAYER The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was lead by Mayor Cox, followed by a moment of silent prayer. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to approve the minutes for the meetings of December 12, 14, and 17, 1985. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY - None. 3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. RECONSIDERATION OF BID FOR PURCHASE OF TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD SITE Sherry Adams, Century 21, 7385 Jackson Drive, San Diego 92119 The only bid received for purchase of the subject site was from Century 21. On December 10, 1985, the City Council directed staff to report back on further marketing of this property. In a letter submitted by Ms. Sherry Adams, representing Century 21, she requested the Council reconsider their bid. The City Manager recommended the City Council continue to look at ways to market this property including the possibility of leasing it. MS (Moore/Scott) for approval as recommended by the City Manager. MINUTES 2 January 7, 1986 Councilwoman McCandliss stated the people interested in this particular parcel (Century 21) were not able to attend the last meeting when this item was considered. She indicated she is not opposed to the proposed use (child daycare facility) and suggested this be docketed as an agenda item at a future meeting when a full Council is present. SUBSTITUTE MOTION MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) this be docketed and considered when there is a full Council present (January 21). b. REQUEST FOR FUNDS FOR 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - Sandy Palumbo, Chairman, Chula Vista Golden Wedding Day Committee, 455 Willowcrest Way, Chula Vista Mrs. Palumbo requested the City appropriate $900 for operating expenses associated with a 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration to be sponsored by the Chula Vista Historical Society during the City's 75th Diamond Anniversary celebration. The City Manager recommended this letter be filed, or if there is an interest in supporting this function, that it be referred to staff. Councilman Moore stated the 75th Anniversary Committee favored the project but voted not to financially support this event. Councilman Scott concurred saying "it's a nice thing to do" but not appropriate for City funding. MS (Scott/Moore) to deny the request. Mrs. Sandy Palumbo explained that when this event was held two years ago, funds were donated by an outside entity. However, it was not held last year due to lack of funding. She stated the timing is appropriate now for such an activity in conjunction with the City's birthday celebration. Councilwoman McCandliss indicated whether the City funds this event or not, it should be included as part of the 75th Anniversary Celebration. The motion to deny the request passed unanimously. c. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY - 1 Susan Linda Keesling, 456 Vista Way, Chula Vista 92010 2 Richard Nevarea (a minor, by his guardian and litem, Jose Nevarez), 90 Quintard Street, #4, Chula Vista, 92011 3 Page-Malzahn Co., 115 North Glover, Chula Vista 92010 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 3 - January 14, 1986 district in accordance with the conditions of approval contained in Resolution 10470 approving the Tentative Subdivision Map of Chula Vista Tract No. 81-4, Bonita Long Canyon Estates, Unit 1. The cost of maintenance for the first phase of the 199 units is estimated at $185 per year. In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Director Lippitt stated construction done for landscaping, setting up the district, and distribution of materials are handled by the open space coordinator based on his past and current experience. Mr. Ken Baumgartner, 2727 Hoover Avenue, National City 92050, representing McMillin Development Company, urged Council's approval of this project. He discussed the drainage problems in the mid-canyon area, and the shared natural resources (access trail) which he indicated would benefit the entire community. There being no further testimony either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENTS TO OUT-PARCELS OF LAND LOCATED WITHIN THE EL RANCHO DEL REY SPECIFIC PLAN AREA Mayor Cox declared that he would first open the public hearing for consideration of out-parcels 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 9. Due to requests to speak on the other parcels (4, 7 and 8), they would be considered separately. This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared the public hearing open. Director of Planning Krempl reported the subjects of this hearing are the nine out-parcels associated with the E1 Rancho Del Rey Specific Plan. On November 5, 1985, the City Council approved amendments to the specific plan including the out-parcels. In a previous action, Council initiated a new hearing to consider separately these nine parcels. Staff concurred with the Planning Commission recommendation that Council reiterate its decision of November 5, 1985, on all parcels except parcel #7 for which Residential Zoning 6-8 du/ac is recommended and make no further amendments to the E1 Rancho Del Rey Specific Plan. There being no further testimony either for or against, the public hearing was closed. MINUTES 4 January 7, 1986 Mr. Steve Ron, representing the County of San Diego, reported the Project Steering Committee has met for almost three years regarding this trolley station. Construction documents must be reviewed by the City, utility companies, and MTDB before the anticipated October 17 opening date. Mr. Ron displayed transparencies of the project discussing the following: the compromised layout for the trolley station and Visitor Information Center, ingress and egress utilizing "E~ Street, signage, two trolley shelters on the east and west sides of the tracks, demolition of existing bowling alley, County will return to the Design Review Committee on January 23 for review of materials, project cost is estimated at ~4 4 million (up 91 million from 1984), annual maintenance costs, application by the City for State grants for project funding, problems with location of the Copper Penny Motel due to noise impact, and the architecture of the building depicting the City's bayfront logo. Councilwoman McCandliss expressed concerns with the ~1 million increase for the project, mitigation of the noise problems, and the two traffic signals on Woodlawn. There being no public testimony, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilman Scott pointed out the lack of funding provided by MTDB. He noted other cities are eschewed while it appears the City of San Diego receives preferable funding from MTDB. Councilman Moore suggested if there is an increase in usage of this transportation system due to the construction of the station, the City should ask for reimbursement of funds to be applied towards the second phase of the project. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. MS (Scott/McCandliss) inform MTDB that the City feels it has been put upon and request that funds be applied towards the second or third phase of the "E" Street project from MTDB as they are benefitting from its construction as much as the City. Discussion followed concerning obtaining data on ridership increase as a result of the "E" Street station and reimbursement from MTDB because of this. Councilman Moore suggested the motion include obtaining current data (without the "E" Street station) and another one in one year (with the "En Street station) and for MTDB to be prepared to fund a portion of the second phase of the project. The motion to request reimbursement from MTDB passed unanimously. MINUTES 5 January 7, 1986 In response to Mayor Cox's comments, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt explained certain improvements can be installed along the sidewalks in this area but not until the drainage problem is resolved. Staff is preparing a report regarding use of either concrete or rubber to provide a smoother pedestrian crosswalk. The requests for the improvements from the Copper Penny Motel and Cornell's store will be included in the CIP budget. 5. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-84-11 REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A CHURCH, DAY SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL AT THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF EAST STREET AND BUENA VISTA WAY - PILGRIM LUTHERAN CHURCH (Director of Planning) RESOLUTION 12316 APPROVING PCC-84-11 FOR A CHURCH AND SCHOOL FACILITIES AT EAST "H" STREET AND BUENA VISTA WAY This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared the public hearing open. Director Krempl submitted transparencies stating this proposal involves a request to approve a master plan for a church, day school and preschool on 9.5 acres located at the northwesterly corner of East "H" Street and Buena Vista Way in the P-C zone; the 46,000 sq. ft. floor area; location of the K-6 day school, gymnasium, and athletic field; 145 off-street parking spaces; 30-foot landscaped separation; concurrent construction of the gymnasium and play facilities in phase II; and the completion of a noise study for the project. On November 13, 1985, the Planning Commission recertified EIR-83-2A with Addendum and the City Council is being asked to do the same. In answer to Council's query, Director Krempl stated there will be 145 parking spaces which meets the requirements for the 435-seating capacity of the church (one space for each 3-1/2 seats). There being no public testimony, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None. MINUTES - 6 - January 7, 1986 CONSENT CALENDAR (7 - 20) Items 14, 15, 17, and 20 pulled. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to approve the Consent Calendar. 7. RESOLUTION 12317 AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO PURCHASE THREE (3) POLICE SPECIAL VEHICLES FOR THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA (Director of Finance) The budget for the newly annexed area provides for the purchase of three (3) police patrol vehicles. The City is able to obtain said vehicles from the State of California via a cooperative arrangement as authorized by Council Resolution No. 6132. The total purchase price for three units is $34,656.81. Funds are available in account 100-1040-5565. 8. RESOLUTION 12318 APPROVING DELAY IN CONSTRUCTION OF .THE "F" STREET DRAINAGE BASIN NEAR WOODLAWN AVENUE (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) Pestaria Pipeline, Inc. was awarded the contract for construction of drainage improvements for the "F" Street basin near Woodlawn Avenue by Resolution No. 12189 dated November 1, 1985. Due to past rains and anticipated rains they have requested a delay in the construction start date until April 1, 1986. 9. RESOLUTION 12319 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND F. MACKENZIE BROWN, INC. TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES FOR PROPOSED 1911 BLOCK ACT DISTRICT PHASE XVII AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) In the 1984-85 and 1985-86 budgets, funds for construction of improvements at various locations in the City through the 1911 Block Act process were approved and special legal expertise is needed. The design process is nearing completion. The estimated construction cost for the various improvements is $96,000. The City's cost will include $2,500 from funds previously budgeted in Account No. 250-2501-GT177-1911 Block Act Phase XVII. 10. RESOLUTION 12320 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, CHARTER POINT SUBDIVISION UNITS 2 AND 3 (Director Of Public Works/City Engineer) MINUTES - 7 - January 7, 1986 A final inspection of the public improvements for Charter Point Units 2 and 3 was made on March 20, 1985. Letters of deficiencies in need of correction were prepared, dated April 3, 1985. Pacific Scene, Inc. has now completed the corrective work. All work has been performed in accordance to approved plans and specifications and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. lla. RESOLUTION 12321 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM BONITA LONG CANYON PARTNERSHIP FOR DRAINAGE PURPOSES ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF LOT 191 BETWEEN HAMPTON COURT AND CORRAL CANYON ROAD (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) b. RESOLUTION 12322 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM BONITA LONG CANYON PARTNERSHIP FOR DRAINAGE PURPOSES NORTHEAST OF LOT 200 OF BONITA LONG CANYON SUBDIVISION, UNIT 1 c. RESOLUTION 12323 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM BONITA LONG CANYON PARTNERSHIP FOR SEWER PURPOSES NORTH OF REDLANDS PLACE AND EAST OF SDG&E EASEMENT On April 16, 1985, by Resolution No. 11993, the City Council approved the Final Map for Chula Vista Tract No. 81-4, Bonita Long Canyon Estates Unit 1 Subdivision, located at the northwest quadrant of East "H" Street and Corral Canyon Road. Several construction changes have been made throughout the subdivision. Some of these changes involve the design and/or construction of new sewer and drainage facilities. Applicable easements over all newly created or relocated public facilities are required to be granted to the City. 12. RESOLUTION 12324 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE GIRLS AND BOYS CLUBS OF CHULA VISTA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (Community Development Director) On June 14, 1985, the City Council approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Budget for fiscal year 1985-86. Included in that approved budget were funds for the Girls and Boys Clubs of Chula Vista. An agreement supporting this program must be approved before funds can be released. The agreement with the clubs specifies that the City will pay the architectural services for the design of the two wings and a multi-purpose athletic field, for an amount not to exceed ~30,000. MINUTES - 8 - January 7, 1986 The $30,000 for the architectural services will be funded from the 1985-86 CDBG Budget. 13. RESOLUTION 12325 AMENDING THE SOCIAL SERVICE FUNDING POLICY FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROJECTS (Community Development Director) On May 22, 1985, the City Council adopted a policy for social service funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. During the FY 1985-86 CDBG budget hearing process, Council requested staff to amend the policy, giving preference to those projects which do not duplicate an existing service. 14a. RESOLUTION RESCINDING THE TENTATIVE AWARD OF THE ENHANCEMENT PLANNING CONTRACT TO LEEDSHILL-HERKENHOFF, INC. (Community Development Director) b. RESOLUTION DIRECTING STAFF TO REJECT ALL ENHANCEMENT PLANNING PROPOSALS c. RESOLUTION DIRECTING STAFF TO REINITIATE THE RFP PROCESS FOR BAYFRONT ENHANCEMENT PLANS (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) 15. RESOLUTION SUPPORTING ESTABLISHMENT OF SERVICE AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES (SAFE) AND NOMINATING MEMBERS TO SAID AUTHORITY (City Attorney) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) 16. RESOLUTION 12326 AMENDING RESOLUTION #12207 ADOPTING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND CHULA VISTA EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION WITH REGARD TO CERTAIN CHANGES NEGOTIATED AS A RESULT OF CHANGES IN THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) (Director of Personnel) During negotiations for 1985/86, several changes were made in the contract regarding overtime as a result of the imposition of the Fair Labor Standards Act on local government. Subsequent to the imposition of this Act, further legislation was passed that relaxed the requirements. MINUTES - 9 - January 7, 1986 During negotiations between the City and the Association it had been agreed that should such changes in the law occur, the parties would return to the negotiating table to amend the contract. The changes allow the use of compensatory time off and return to the past practice of counting all paid hours as hours worked for the purposes of calculating overtime. Negotiations have taken place. 17. ORDINANCE AMENDING SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATING SATELLITE DISH ANTENNAE - FIRST READING (Director of Planning) (Pulled from Consent Calendar. 18. REPORT REGARDING MASTER PLAN FOR OVERALL PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ON TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD FROM ELKS LANE TO 684 TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) On August 13, 1985, the City Council reviewed a staff report regarding deferral of public improvements at 660 Telegraph Canyon Road. The Council requested that staff return within six months with a report outlining an overall Master Plan for the construction of public improvements along Telegraph Canyon Road from Elks Lane to 684 Telegraph Canyon Road. In addition, Council requested that staff report on whether a revolving fund for the improvements could be set up with other developments. It was recommended Council defer construction of the ultimate improvements until Parcel 640-070-23 is developed or the improvements are required because of traffic volume. 19. REPORT ANTI-SPECULATION CONTROLS IN HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES, INC. PROJECT (Community Development Director) The Council has requested information on the mechanisms in the Agency's agreement with Housing Opportunities, Inc. for sustaining the affordable housing benefit anticipated from the Agency's investment in the HOI project. It was anticipated that an analysis of those mechanisms might yield a resale control policy which might be applied to future projects. The recommendation was that Council continue to tailor anti-speculation mechanisms for future housing projects on a case-by-case basis. MINUTES - 10 - January 7, 1986 20. REPORT REGARDING COGENERATION/DISTRICT HEATING FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CHULA VISTA CIVIC CENTER, PARKWAY RECREATION FACILITIES AND TOWN CENTRE (Assistant to the City Manager/Director Of Building & Housing) Pulled from Consent Calendar.) END OF CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Goss requested Item 14 be trailed. 15. RESOLUTION 12327 SUPPORTING ESTABLISHMENT OF SERVICE AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES (SAFE) AND NOMINATING MEMBERS TO SAID AUTHORITY (City Attorney) During the City Council meeting of December 10, 1985, Council directed that a resolution be prepared supporting the establishment of the SAFE Authority. Councilman Moore said he is opposing this resolution due to the vagueness of funding. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent. Mayor Cox commented this is a good example of a basic user fee and automobile registration is the proper way to fund this. He asked that the name of the Councilman from the City of Del Mar be inserted in the resolution as the nominee for appointment to this authority. The motion to adopt the resolution passed with Councilman Moore Opposed. 17. ORDINANCE 2138 AMENDING SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATING SATELLITE DISH ANTENNAE FIRST READING (Director of Planning) On November 26, 1985, the City Council received a report on satellite dishes. The report from the Director of Planning dealt with recommendations as to how to handle non-conforming dishes and enforcement difficulties, in part, due to the lack of a building permit requirement. Council requested a five-year amortization for all non-conforming satellite antennae. This was thought to be a reasonable time period as the antennae are not considered permanent structures and many could likely be relocated as opposed to being completely removed at that time. MINUTES 11 - January 7, 1986 Councilman Scott questioned the five-year time period suggested for amortization on non-conforming satellite antennae. In response, City Attorney Harron stated after preparation of this ordinance, the Attorney's office used the Metromedia v. San Diego case in which the Court found that a three-year amortization period was an appropriate time. MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to amend the ordinance changing the amortization period from five years to three years. Director Krempl noted there are currently 26 non-conforming satellite dishes in the City which were installed prior to the ban. MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to place the ordinance, as amended, on First Reading. 20. REPORT REGARDING COGENERATION/DISTRICT HEATING FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CHULA VISTA CIVIC CENTER, PARKWAY RECREATION FACILITIES AND TOWN CENTRE (Assistant to the City Manager/Director of Building & Housing) As part of its overall energy management program, staff is investigating alternative energy sources, specifically cogeneration and district heating (i.e., space heating and cooling), as a means of producing more efficient energy for use in City facilities. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was prepared to hire a consultant to study the feasibility of a cogeneration/district heating system(s) as a more cost effective means of providing energy to the Chula Vista Civic Center, Park Way facilities and the Town Centre. The proposed cost of the feasibility study is estimated to range between $25,000 and $50,000. Staff will return to Council for appropriation and award of contract at a future date. Funding is available through various sources in the City's CIP process. It was recommended Council authorize staff to proceed with the RFP and accept consultant proposals for a study of the feasibility and cost benefit of a City-operated cogeneration/district heating facility(s). Assistant to the City Manager Morris explained there could potentially be more than one unit in one location depending on the specific site's needs. For example, it is very feasible the three buildings in the City Hall complex could be under one unit, the Park Way under another unit, and Town Centre under another, or they could all be under one unit. MSUC (Moore/Cox) to accept the report. MINUTES - 12 - January 7, 1986 14a. RESOLUTION 12328 RESCINDING THE TENTATIVE AWARD OF THE ENHANCEMENT PLANNING CONTRACT TO LEEDSHILL-HERKENHOFF, INC. (Community Development Director) b. RESOLUTION DIRECTING STAFF TO REJECT ALL ENHANCEMENT PLANNING PROPOSALS c. RESOLUTION DIRECTING STAFF TO REINITIATE THE RFP PROCESS FOR BAYFRONT ENHANCEMENT PLANS In his written report, Community Development Director Desrochers explained that on December 17, 1985, the City Council approved the selection of the consulting firm, Leedshill-Herkenhoff, Inc., to prepare Enhancement Plans for the Bayfront based on staff recommendation. The resolution regarding consultant selection included a clause stating City Council approval was contingent upon concurrence by the Executive Officer of the Coastal Conservancy. The Executive Officer of the Conservancy did not concur with consultant selection and has asked that the City Council rescind its award. City and Conservancy staff members have been unable to reach a satisfactory agreement regarding consultant selection. Rejection of all proposals would allow a new selection process to be initiated. Director Desrochers reported the subcontractor for the highest-ranked bidder, Barbara Massey, had written letters to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service opposing their approval of the City's Section 404 permit. She had also testified, on her own behalf, before the Coastal Commission on two occasions. Director Desrochers stated the lack of information to Council at the December 17 meeting was due to last-minute details which were not anticipated. Staff felt this problem with the Coastal Conservancy could be resolved before the December 17 meeting. City Attorney Harron advised that rescission of the tentative award to Leedshill-Herkenhoff, Inc. would be appropriate. Dr. Michael Josselyn, 4319 23rd Street, San Francisco, explained Wetlands Research Associates' intentions are to work with the City as a prime client. His firm has worked on several other recent controversial projects in the bay area including close association with both regulatory agencies. Their overall proposal is to develop a plan and provide the best information. Barbara Massey's qualifications are excellent and her past contacts with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service are not viewed as a conflict of interest in this project. He noted, however, that Ms. Massey is willing to MINUTES 13 - January 7, 1986 withdraw her involvement with this project because of her past actions. He requested the ranking of proposals be determined by a fair and reasonable process with the highest ranking bidder selected. MSUC .(Cox/Moore) to go into Closed Session to discuss this item. The meeting recessed at 5:40 p.m. and reconvened at 5:45 p.m. In response to Mayor Cox's question, Dr. Josselyn stated he would agree to the City's complete review and concurrence of the ornithology study in the event the Council awarded the contract to his firm. It was moved by Councilwoman McCandliss to accept the highest-scoring bid with the substitution of the subcontractor for Barbara Massey subsequent to City approval. Mayor Cox pointed out the highest scoring bidder is Wetlands Research Associates. The Mayor declared the motion out of order pending the offer of the resolution. RESOLUTION 14a OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to accept the high-point bidder, Wetlands Research Associates, Inc. with the requirement the ornithologist subcontractor be approved by the City. Mayor Cox reiterated that Barbara Massey has agreed to withdraw as the subcontractor for this project. 21. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER a. City Manager Goss reported the presentation for a cultural arts center by Mr. James Cusack has been rescheduled to February 4, at 4:00 p.m. b. A formal presentation by the Chairman of the Commission on Aging will be made next week regarding a request to develop a City plan on aging. c. MTDB will be installing portable restrooms as an interim solution at the "H" Street trolley station until a permanent solution to the problem can be reached. d. A $42,000 state grant has been received for staff training and computerized traffic signalization. MINUTES - 14 - January 7, 1986 e. The City Manager distributed a statement outlining steps taken to implement the newly annexed Montgomery area. f. The following items have been placed on the Council Conference for January and February: January 23: Signal priority report (signalization of traffic installation); Acquisition of new buses and establishment of new routes. February 27: Development growth within the City, particularly relating to EastLake II; Traffic signal study regarding timing of existing signal system; Meeting with the Board Of Ethics. MSUC (Cox/Moore) to schedule a special Council Conference on the second Thursday in February with the Board of Ethics (February 13 at 4 p.m.). Councilman Scott suggested any Saturday tours be scheduled at least one year in advance in order to avoid scheduling conflicts. MSUC (Scott/Cox) have a schedule brought forth to the City Council for Saturday meetings (and tours) to be worked out between the Mayor and City Manager. g. The City Manager reported thefts have occurred in the Police facility basement and vandalism in the Civic Center fountain. 22. MAYOR'S REPORT a. Mayor Cox commended the City Manager and staff involved with implementation of the annexation of Montgomery as well as the celebration on Saturday. b. The Mayor referred to an article that appeared in the San Diego Union on the "best and worst" art features in the County. The Chula Vista public sculpture at the "J" Street Park was judged one of the best. MINUTES - 15 January 7, 1986 23. COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilman Scott congratulated Councilwoman McCandliss on being selected as "one of the people to watch in San Diego County in 1986." b. Councilwoman McCandliss suggested letters of recognition be sent to Helen Motto and her assistants for their participation at the Montgomery celebration event. c. RATIFICATON OF ACCEPTANCE OF 75th ANNIVERSARY MEDALLION AND HISTORICAL BOOKS FOR CITY GIFTS - Councilman Moore Councilman Moore briefly explained the main purpose of this item, specifically as it pertains to the Historical Book, medallion, and solicitation of state and national officials to attend this event. (Councilman Scott left the meeting at this time, 6:14 p.m.) It was recommended by the 75th Anniversary Committee that the Council approve The Chula Vista Heritage as presented by staff and authorize the 75th Diamond Anniversary Committee as the sole distributor during 1986; obligate funds to cover estimated cost of copies to be stocked by Council for official gifts and to concur with recommended sale price; authorize a sub-committee (Mayor Cox and Councilman Moore) to review type and quantity to stock and transfer appropriate funds to the 75th Diamond Anniversary Committee account when appropriate in the purchasing process. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) approve Committee's recommendation. (Councilman Scott out.) (Councilman Scott returned, 6:17 p.m.) Councilman Moore distributed sketches of the medallion artwork which will be presented in its final form for Committee approval on January 6. It is the Committee's intent to stock a limited number of the medallions/books (500) inscribed and presented to sponsors or underwriters of major events/efforts during the celebration period. Therefore, the Committee recommends the City Council stock 500 for their use. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to approve the recommendation to come back with a specific number (of medallions). On Sunday, March 2, 1986, at 2 p.m., the Diamond Anniversary Committee has organized the unveiling and dedication of the City medallion and The Chula Vista Heritage as a gala event. MINUTES - 16 - January 7, 1986 The Committee recommends the City approve reviewing a potential 75th birthday commemorative art piece including but not limited to the Chula Vista Medallion and ask the present fine arts sub-committee (Councilman Scott and Councilwoman McCandliss) and City residents to pursue that effort with a time line of meetings, report, reviewt approval, construction and dedication not later than October 18, 1986 (Founder's Day Celebration). MSUC (Scott/Cox) to move on the Committee's recommendation. The Committee would also like the Council to assume the lead action in soliciting state and national officials to be present at one or more of the major functions. The various balls will be utilized to recognize major sponsors/underwriters of events that excelled throughout the year. The community picnic honoring old time Chula Vistans is another gathering for such a national or state figure. It is recommended the City Council authorize the Mayor to establish communications with state and national5organizations with the end effort of obtaining a commitment of one or more high officials to attend one or more major 75th Anniversary events. MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to contact these officials. Mayor Cox commended the 75th Anniversary Committee on its extraordinary efforts. d. Councilman Moore report on improvements being made at the Post Office facility on Kearney Street - a drive-thru window and more parking at the north end. ADJOURNMENT AT 6:25 p.m. to Tuesday, January 14, 1986 at 7:00 p.m. and to the joint workshop with the Planning Commission scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on January 15, 1986. J~nnie M. F Adele A. Sarmiento City Clerk Deputy City Clerk 0715/ak