HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1986/01/14 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, January 14, 1986 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilwoman McCandliss,
Councilman Scott, Councilman Moore
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 led by Mayor Cox,
followed by a moment of silent prayer.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES for the meeting of January 7, 1986.
MSUC (McCandliss/Cox) to approve the minutes.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. PROCLAMATION AND PRESENTATION - PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF
JANUARY 1986 AS "CHILD CAR SAFETY SEAT AWARENESS MONTH" AND
PRESENTING OF CAR SEAT TO CITY'S FIRST NEW YEAR'S BABY -
Mayor Cox
This item was trailed pending the arrival of the City's first
New Year's baby.
b. CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION -
Mrs. Doris Cox introduced two foreign exchange students from
Australia. Mayor pro Tempore McCandliss presented
Certificates of Appreciation to the students.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 January 14, 1986
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST TO RENAME HERMOSA STREET AS FOURTH AVENUE - Ben G.
Patton, P.O. Box 2012, Chula Vista 92012
Mr. Patton suggested since Hermosa Avenue (formerly located
in the Montgomery area) is a continuation of Fourth Avenue,
it should be renamed Fourth Avenue.
The City Manager recommended this request be referred to
staff for study and report.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to refer this to staff per the City
Manager's recommendation.
b. ENFORCEMENT OF LAW PERTAINING TO RECREATIONAL TRAILERS PARKED
IN FRONT/SIDE YARDS - Mr. & Mrs. Maynard Joseph, 36
Sandalwood Drive, Chula Vista 92010
Mr. & Mrs. Maynard Joseph cited a number of trailers and junk
cars parked indefinitely in front and side areas in the
City. They requested the City take action to clarify the
existing law to prohibit this occurrence.
City Manager Goss recommended this letter be acknowledged
with thanks and that Mr. & Mrs. Joseph be notified when the
community appearance ordinance and any other related
ordinances or reports are scheduled before the City Council.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to refer this to staff per the City
Manager's recommendation.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES
4. PUBLIC HEARING OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 14,
EAST ~H~ STREET (BONITA LONG CANYON
ESTATES) (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
RESOLUTION 12329 ESTABLISHING OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 14, BONITA LONG CANYON
ESTATES UNITS 1 THROUGH 7
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt reported that
McMillin Development Inc., developer of Bonita Long Canyon
Estates, on behalf of the owner, Bonita Long Canyon Partnership,
has petitioned for the formation of an open space maintenance
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.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 4 - January 14, 1986
In response to Mayor Cox' question, Mr. Paul Manganelli,
Consultant, commented that the owner of parcel #9, Virgil Clapp,
had originally requested that his parcel be categorized the same
as the E1 Rancho del Rey property.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to accept the recommendation regarding parcels 1,
2, 3, 5, 6 and 9.
Mayor Cox announced he had received requests for a 90-120 day
continuance of this hearing frc~nthe owner of out-parcel #4, Robert
Valentino; and a request for continuance from Mr. Ronis,
representing property owners of out-parcel 7, Messrs. Bordi and
LaLand, until mid-February. The owner of parcel #8 also requested
a continuance but could not attend this evening's meeting.
At this time, Mayor Cox opened the public hearing for out-parcels
4, 7 and 8.
Mr. Joe LaLand, owner Of out-parcel #7, requested action on his
property as soon as a full Council is available.
MS (Cox/McCandliss) to continue the public hearings on out-parcels
#7 and 8 until February 18 and continue the public hearing on
out-parcel #4 to May 13, 1986.
Councilman Scott indicated it would be appropriate not to divide
the hearings due to additional staff time involved and suggested
the Council establish one time to reschedule the hearings - a
45-day compromise.
The motion to continue the hearings passed with Councilman Scott
opposed.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Alex Pressutti, 917 Nolan Way, Chula Vista 92011,
requested that Item 19 pertaining to the development of a
City plan on aging be moved up on the agenda.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to deal with Item #19 at the conclusion of
oral communications.
b. Carol Leo, 1385 Caliente Loop, Chula Vista, representing the
Baha'is offered a message to the City Council and City of
Chula Vista asking everyone to work for world peace.
3a. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Mayor Cox presented a-proclamation and child car seat to the
first born child in Chula Vista and the County of San Diego,
Kenneth Raymond O'Neill.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 5 - January 14, 1986
19. DEVELOPMENT OF A CITY 5-YEAR PLAN ON AGING
In accordance with a letter submitted to the Mayor and
Council on January 3, 1986, the Commission requested this
project be funded from the Block Grant Program in order to
hire an intern to do research under the direction of the
Director of Parks and Recreation.
City Manager Goss stated staff supports this Lequest in terms
of identifying demographics and future needs for seniors. He
noted the request is for Council support, in concept.
Councilman Moore stated he could not support a study that
relates strictly to the social needs of seniors. The County
of San Diego is responsible for social services and suggested
the City discover priorities of the seniors in an attempt to
seek funds from the proper entity.
The following individuals spoke in support of Council's
approval of this plan: Alex Pressutti, 917 Nolan Way, Chula
Vista; Maggie Helton, 162 Mankato St.; Mary DiRienzo, 837
Cinnamon Court; Anne Fabrick, 324 "C" Street.
Their concerns involved: the City Council's charge to the
Commission on Aging; establishment of long-term goals for
seniors; assistance from an intern to develop the plan; the
City's responsibility towards seniors, particularly due to
the recent increased population; available services and
replacement services; request for CDBG funding; more seniors
coming into'this community daily.
MS (Cox/Scott) approve in concept and refer this request for
funding to staff to evaluate for Community Development Block Grant
funds.
Councilwoman McCandliss noted the general plan which is being
reviewed will show the development and growth of the City.
She suggested during the general plan study, this issue
should be addressed and have any priorities outlined as well.
Councilman Moore stated he can support this request if it
abides by the charge of the Commission.
The motion to refer this item to staff passed unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR (7 -16)
(Items 9, 11, 12, 14 and 16 pulled.)
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to approve the Consent Calendar.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6 - January 14, 1986
7. RESOLUTION 12330 ACCEPTING BIDS, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION INSPECTION OF
DESIGNATED SEWER MAINS IN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA AND AUTHORIZING
STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR THE SECOND PHASE
OF THE PROJECT (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
On December 18, 1985, the City Engineer received sealed bids for
the cleaning and closed circuit television inspection of selected
sewer mains within the City of Chula Vista. Additionally, a
written report is required which evaluates the condition of the
sewer mains inspected, identifies problem areas, and proposes
alternatives to solving deficiencies discovered during the
investigation. The contract to be awarded will accomplish half of
the intended scope of the project budgeted in the FY 85-86 CIP.
Funds are available to cover this project in Account No.
600-6000-SIll. The funds would be required as follows:
a) Contract Amount ~36,802.80
b) Engineering and Inspection Costs 2,197.20
SUBTOTAL $39,000.00
c) Funds reserved for second phase 38,982.35
FUNDS AVAILABLE
8. RESOLUTION 12331 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND RANDI-BUDLONG CAMPBELL,
PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT, FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITHIN THE PUBLIC
INFORMATION DIVISION (Director of
Management Services)
The Council-approved supplemental FY 1985-86 budget to provide
services in the newly annexed area included ~9,000 for
professional services in the Public Information Division. These
funds were budgeted to hire a temporary contract employee to
assist with the additional Public Information workload resulting
from the annexation transition. The recruitment and selection
process for the position has been completed and a tentative
agreement has been negotiated with the top-ranked applicant.
Approximately $1,300 remains in the Public Information account
during FY 1985-86. Staff intends to use $1,000 from this account
along with the $9,000 approved as part of the supplemental budget
for the newly annexed area to bring the total "not to exceed"
amount for the proposed contract to ~10,000.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 7 - January 14, 1986
9. RESOLUTION APPROVING RECOMMENDED APPOINTEES TO SERVE
ON THE CHULA VISTA BAYFRONT CONSERVANCY
TRUST (Community Development Director)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
10. ORDINANCE 2138 AMENDING SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE REGULATING SATELLITE DISH
ANTENNAS SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
(Director of Planning)
By a unanimous vote on January 14, 1986 (Councilman Malcolm was
absent), the City Council placed the ordinance on second reading
and adoption.
Generally, the ordinance stipulates there will be a three-year
amortization for all non-conforming satellite antennas; a building
permit is required; roof-top installation requirements are listed;
and the standard for dish screening is being changed from a
specified percentage to a requirement for fencing and additional
screening treatment as required by the Zoning Administrator.
11. REPORT BAY HOSPITAL PROPOSED DEFEASANCE OF
CITY-SPONSORED BONDS (Director of
Community Development)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
12. REPORT FEASIBILITY OF PERMANENT PARKING FOR
RESIDENCES IN THE DOWNTOWN' PARKING
DISTRICT (Director of Finance)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
13. REPORT ON EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY
TRANSIT SERVICES, INC. (CTS) TO OPERATE
HANDYTRANS FOR FY 1986-87 AND FY 1987-88
(JULY 1, 1986 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1988)
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
On January 22, 1985, Council agreed to renew the agreement with
CTS to operate HandYtrans for FY 1985-86. This contract expires
on June 30, 1986. As an alternative to issuing an RFP in spring
1986 for HandYtrans operation beginning July 1, 1986, staff has
negotiated an hourly rate with CTS for two additional years.
RFP'S for CVT and HandYtrans operations would be issued in spring
1988, thereby giving potential bidders an opportunity to submit
proposals to operate CVT and/or HandYtrans.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 8 - January 14, 1986
Based upon an hourly rate of $32.54 for FY 1986-87 and ~34.50 for
FY 1987-88, and the current annual 6,745 revenue hours of
operation for regular HandYtrans service, the contract cost with
CTS for FY 1986-87 would be ~219,482 and ~232,702 for FY 1987-88.
Councilman Moore questioned the rationale of the 6% increase.
In response, Transit Coordinator Gustafson stated this percentage
includes some drivers' salary increases, decrease and increase in
general maintenance costs, and anticipated insurance cost
increases.
14. REPORT LIBRARY WATER FEATURE (Director of
Planning)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
15. REPORT BAY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER'S REQUEST TO
CONDUCT THE SIXTH ANNUAL HEALTHBEAT 10K
RACE AND 2 MILE FUN RUN (Director of
Parks & Recreation)
Bay Hospital Medical Center requested permission to conduct their
Sixth Annual Healthbeat 10K Race and 2-Mile Fun Run on Saturday,
May 10, 1986, to raise funds to benefit the Health Information
Center and the Hospital's new TIP Center. The 10K race will
commence at 8:00 a.m. and the Fun Run at 8:05 a.m.
16. REPORT BONITA OPTIMIST CLUB REQUEST TO HOST THE
CIRCUS VARGAS ON CITY-LEASED PROPERTY
(Director of Parks & Recreation)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
9. RESOLUTION 12332 APPROVING RECOMMENDED APPOINTEES TO SERVE
ON THE CHULA VISTA BAYFRONT CONSERVANCY
TRUST (Community Development Director)
Community Development Director Desrochers reported the Chula Vista
Bayfront Conservancy Trust (BCT) is now being formed by the City
of Chula Vista. Two seats on the Board of Directors have been
designated for representatives to be appointed by the City
Council. Therefore, he recommended appointing one representative
for the citizen-at-large and one as the environmental organization
representative.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 9 - January 14, 1986
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to appoint as a public member to the Bayfront
Conservancy Trust, Jerry Rindone, Sweetwater Union High School and
that the representative from the environmental organization be
Dorcas Utter, from the Audubon Society.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
11. REPORT BAY HOSPITAL PROPOSED DEFEASANCE OF
CITY-SPONSORED BONDS (Director of
Community Development)
Councilman Scott stated as Merrill-Lynch, his employer, is an
advisor in this issue, he would remove himself due to a possible
conflict of interest.
Councilman Scott left the dais at this time, 8:05 p.m.
Bay Hospital, by virtue of City-sponsored financing, seeks
approval of certain measures in order to reorganize their debts
and transfer administration to another .entity. In essence, the
Bay Hospital Board requests that the City:
1. Defease the outstanding 1977 (successor to 1975) bonds.
2. Become owner of the facility.
3. Lease the facility back to Bay, who will in turn
sub-lease to National Medical Enterprises, Inc. (NME).
All costs to the City will be reimbursed and any additional
compensation is recommended to be placed into the City's Capital
Improvement Program for general community benefit; as a for-profit
facility over ~150,000 in annual property taxes will be collected.
It was recommended the City Council take testimony similar to the
manner public hearings are conducted and set January 21, 1986 as
the Council meeting to consider action on the request of Bay
Hospital.
City Manager Goss outlined staff's recommendations regarding the
Bay Hospital Proposal: defease outstanding bonds and notes; City
indemnification from action relating to this proposal; City
liability pertaining to "legal" ownership of the facility and
lease back to the owning board and subleased to NME; City's
reversionary interest calculated at ~1,528,485; compensation for
lost property tax; and conceptual recommendation for free
information services provided from the Health and Information
Center.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10 - January 14, 1986
City Manager Goss pointed out that the Community Hospital of Chula
Vista has not taken a neutral position publicly on this matter as
stated in the staff report.
Director Desrochers explained the City has a 90-day period to
prepare plans to sell the hospital back to the owning board. In
the next few weeks staff will attempt to negotiate a 35-year lease
with the owning board who would then sub-lease the facility for 30
years to NME. This is being undertaken mainly to protect the
hospital. After 30 years, the facility would revert to Bay
Hospital Medical Center.
In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' concern, City Attorney
Harron stated public testimony could be taken this evening on this
item as there is no requirement to hold a public hearing.
Mr. Robert Larson, President of Bay Hospital Medical Center,
discussed the background of the 1975 City bond sale and 1977
defeasance of bonds. This request is to insure the bonds/notes
with the City would not go into default. In order to retain the
tax exempt status on the bonds, the IRS requires that the City
defease these bonds. The past year's negotiations with NME and
transaction has been approved by the State Attorney General.
Mr. Harris Koenig, 2901 28th Street, Santa Monica 90406,
representing National Medical Enterprises (NME), stated NME
provides services for a diverse range of entities and is the
largest health care provider in the State of California. NME has
discussed with the hospital Board of Directors, medical staff, and
administrators its desire to respond to the hospital's economic
pressures to continue its role as the major health care
provider to residents of Chula Vista. A partnership will be
created enabling Bay Hospital Medical Center to continue this role
and NME will provide expertise in planning and expansion plans for
the hospital and funding for this expansion.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' query, Mr. Koenig clarified
that the sub-lease could be with a subsidiary of NME (NME
Hospitals, Inc.).
Mr. Brett Tibbitts, Girard, Ellingsen, Christensen, & West, 333
South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 90071, stated this proposal has
been prepared as a result of IRS regulations dealing with
defeasance that the City has to own the facility for 90 days
before it can sell it back to a previous user. The insurance will
be continued in force and the City will be named as an insured.
The 35-year lease is only for the protection of the hospital in
case the City decides not to sell it back to them.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 11 January 14, 1986
Dr. A1 Salganick, 855 Country Club Drive, Chula Vista,
representing the Medical Committee stated the hospital needs
assistance in order to obtain high-tech medical equipment to treat
patients and he emphasized the need for alignment with a company
such as NME to provide necessary services to South Bay patients.
Mr. Dale Holmes, 2181 East 7th Street, National City 92050,
representing Paradise Valley Hospital, asked for Council support
of the recommendation to hold a public hearing next week on this
item. He questioned NME's ability to recoup its ~30 million
investment, suggesting higher cost for s~rvi~s may be imposed.
Mr. Larson explained the difference between the Owning Board and
the new Operating Board noting the Chief of Staff and the Vice
Chief of Staff will be replaced by two physicians. The Owning
Board will continue to provide emergency indigent care services
and NME will be responsible for providing elective emergency
indigent care services.
In conclusion, Mr. Larson requested the City not impose an
additional 9% compounded rate to the $104,000 tax rate.
Mayor Cox requested a breakdown of employees on the Operating
Board as well an organizational chart be provided by the Medical
Center.
MSC (Moore/Cox) this item be returned to the City Council within
two weeks with the City Manager's recommendations as set forth in
his memo being reviewed by Bay Medical with their comments and
rationale with emphasis on the following: loss of property taxes
to the community; makeup of Board as it pertains to Council
potential appointees; the value of property exchange for services
to elective indigent care over the 30-year period; should the
lease be 35 years or less; and full explanation of when and the
action that will sever the City's relationship as owners of the
property. (Councilman Scott abstained).
The City Council recessed at 9:04 p.m. and reconvened at 9:12 p.m.
Councilman Scott returned to the dais.
12. REPORT FEASIBILITY OF PERMANENT PARKING FOR
RESIDENCES IN THE DOWNTOWN PARKING
DISTRICT (Director of Finance)
This report was in response to the City Council request that staff
analyze the feasibility of allowing permit parking in the Downtown
Parking District to accommodate residents and their visitors. On
December 3, 1985, the Town Centre Project Area Committee voted
against the initiation of a parking permit program for residents
or their guests in the Parking District.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 12 - January 14, 1986
It was recommended the Council find that consideration of permit
parking to accommodate residential land uses within the Downtown
Parking District is not warranted at this time.
Councilwoman McCandliss said she would support implementation of a
program allowing permit parking to accommodate residents and their
visitors in the downtown parking district if it is fair and
reasonable.
MS (McCandliss/Cox) that the City Council approve, in concept, a
parking permit program for the residents of the parking district
and have it returned to staff for the development of an
implementation program.
Councilman Moore expressed concern with discretionary use of
parking spaces, stating as long as this is in a commercial area,
the current parking system should remain the same. Councilman
Scott agreed stating the City Council would be giving the
privilege of parking for a guest that no one else in the area has.
Mayor Cox withdrew his second and the motion died.
MSC (Cox/Scott) to accept the staff report. (Councilwoman
McCandliss opposed).
14. REPORT LIBRARY WATER FEATURE (Director of
Planning)
At the meeting on August 6, 1985, City Council app~oved the
Library Board's concept of a cascading water feature for the
subject location at the Library with emphasis on construction
completion prior to the Library's 10th anniversary in July 1986
and during the City of Chula Vista's 75th anniversary. On
December 18, 1985, the Library Board endorsed Proposal "B', Phases
1 and 2.
Energy and maintenance costs are estimated at approximately
~200/month. As to construction cost, $9,142.76 is still available
in the Library Construction Fund. In order to cover the ~50,000
estimated cost for both phases, an additional ~40,857 will need to
be appropriated from the General Fund.
The recommendation was that Council direct the City Landscape
Architect to complete construction documents based on approval of
proposal "B" (Phase 1 and 2). As an alternate, Phase 1 only could
be implemented at this time at a cost of ~35,000 versus 450,000
for both phases.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 13 January 14, 1986
Landscape Architect Sennett submitted transparencies depicting the
existing topography of the library, an overhead view of the west
facing side of the library where the feature is to be located, the
4-1/2 to 5 foot high cascading water feature, removal of the
existing trees in Phase 1 and Phase 2,and extension of the steps.
Councilwoman McCandliss suggested it would be more appropiate to
review this request at budget time as she could not support a
~50,000 request without competition against other projects being
proposed in the City.
Mrs. Doris Moore, 182 East E1 Capitan Drive, Chula Vista,
representing the Library Board, stated the Library Board was
previously opposed to a water feature due to safety hazards.
However, the Board is now very receptive to the cascading water
feature as proposedby staff.
Mrs. Sue Miller, 46 Alvarado Place, Chula Vista, member of the
Library Board, stated the water feature would appear to welcome
visitors into the City and would blend in with the Civic Center
complex.
Discussion ensued concerning implementation of this water feature
for the library's 10-year birthday celebration in July 1986.
MS (Scott/Moore) to bring back a resolution for appropriation of
funds for the water feature.
Councilwoman McCandliss reiterated the need to have this proposal
submitted with other projects during budget time.
The motion to bring back a resolution passed with Councilwoman
McCandliss opposed.
Library Director Lane reported exterior painting at the library is
being estimated by the Building and Housing Department, and
banners have been removed from the Children's Room; new ones are
being made and fireproofed.
16. REPORT BONITA OPTIMIST CLUB REQUEST TO HOST THE
CIRCUS VARGAS ON CITY-LEASED PROPERTY
(Director of Parks & Recreation)
Parks & Recreation Director Mollinedo reported the Bonita Optimist
Club (Foundation) has requested permission to host the Circus
Vargas at the Bonita Optimist Club ground at 4610 Sweetwater Road,
February 3 through February 6. The Optimist Club will meet with
the Police Department to discuss traffic issues. The Optimist
Club was unaware that a Conditional Use Permit was required for
this use until just recently.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 14 January 14, 1986
Mr. Byron L. Reid, representing Bonita Verde Homeowners
Association, and Mrs. Mary L. Reid, representing Sweetwater Valley
Civic Association, 3625 Bonita Verde Drive, Bonita 92002, expressed
concern with the traffic situation on Sweetwater Road and existing
problems with the lighting and parking at Willow Street and
Sweetwater Road. They asked for denial of this request.
Mr. John Willett, 97 Montebello Street, Chula Vista, representing
the Bonita Optimist Club, discussed the proposed location of the
circus including: 700+ total parking spaces; change in Circus
Vargas show times; noted this is the last presentation of the
circus in San Diego County; shuttle bus service to be provided
from Plaza Bonita; lighting provided throughout the park; no
parking signs along Sweetwater Road; coordination with the Police
Department for security; and only 11 homes will be impacted by
lighting provided for this event.
The Regional Marketing Director for Circus Vargas, read an excerpt
from a letter from the Whitley Heights Civic Association
expressing pleasure by the Homeowners Association in the manner in
which the circus was conducted, particularly relating to traffic
movement. Circus Vargas draws approximately 300 cars per
performance from Monday through Thursday.
Councilman Scott stated he could not support the request at the
proposed location because of potential pedestrian hazards and use
of City property in a passive area.
Councilman Moore commented the location for the circus is just as
safe as any other area in the County.
Councilwoman McCandliss agreed with Councilman Scott adding this
is a tremendous undertaking for an area not designed for such a
purpose.
Discussion ensued concerning the Conditional Use Permit process
for this request, recommendations for a more appropriate location
for this event, and development of a contingency plan in the event
this site is not approved.
MSC (McCandliss/Scott) to deny the request. (Councilman Moore
opposed).
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to ask staff to work with them (Circus Vargas) as
quickly as possible in order for them to meet their timeframe.
Mayor Cox remarked that events such as the Circus Vargas are
legitimate community needs. It would be desirable for staff to
look to the future for providing a sports complex to hold such
events. Mayor Cox noted the suggestion for lighted ball fields in
industrial areas as proposed by the Director of Parks & Recreation.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 15 - January 14, 1986
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to direct staff to take that into
consideration in looking at recreational facilities for the future.
Mr. Willett requested the City staff be made available to meet
with representatives of Circus Vargas by 9:00 a.m. tomorrow
morning (January 15) in order to come up with an alternate
location.
City Manager Goss stated it would be more appropriate to meet at
11:00 a.m. following the Department Head meeting.
OTHER RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
17. RESOLUTION 12333 AMENDING AGREEMENT WITH WIMMER YAMADA &
ASSOCIATES FOR THE SWEETWATER VALLEY
MASTER PLAN AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR (Director of Parks & Recreation)
At its December 12, 1985 meeting, the City Council requested that
staff conduct an additional community meeting regarding the
Sweetwater Valley Master Plan, address certain concerns of the
Council with regard to the Plan and amend the Preliminary Plan.
The original contract with Wimmer Yamada and Associates does not
include attendance at additional meetings nor the preparation of
an additional Preliminary Master Plan; therefore, an amended
agreement with the firm should be approved.
An appropriation of $3,700 needs to be made from the
unappropriated balance of the General Fund and will be reimbursed
from Park Acquisition funds in the future.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved
unanimously.
18. RESOLUTION 12334 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND MCGEE MAINTENANCE FOR
CUSTODIAL MAINTENANCE AT LAUDERBACH
COMMUNITY CENTER, APPROPRIATING ~3,030
THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (Director of Parks
& Recreation)
The former operators of the Lauderbach Community Center, the
Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee (MAAC), has had an agreement
for the past two (2) years with McGee Maintenance to provide
building custodial maintenance services at the Lauderbach
Community Center. With the annexation of the Montgomery area to
the City, this department has assumed responsibility for the
operation of the Center.
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The agreement provides a contract amount of $3,030 to be paid on
an equal monthly basis. An additional ~75 will be paid for rental
clean-ups after major social events involving the Center's large
social hall. Revenues generated from the rental of this facility
for the next six (6) months is ~4,500, thus covering the cost of
custodial services.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
19. REPORT OF THE BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
FIVE (5) YEAR CITY PLAN ON AGING - Don LeCompte, Chairman,
Commission on Aging
See page 5.
20. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. MSUC (McCandliss/Cox) for a Closed Session for personnel
matters, Section 404 Permit, and pending litigation involving
the Sierra Club vs. the Coastal Commission (after the close
of the business meeting).
b. City Manager Goss noted as a result of the recent annexation,
ambulance rates, trash pickup rates and dog licenses have
been reduced.
21. MAYOR'S REPORT
a. The contractors for the Bayside Park are on site.
b. Full funding has been received for the Navy Housing Project
and an RFP will go out by March 1986.
c. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to schedule four (4) City Council tours in
1986 - on March 1, June 7, September 6, and December 6, 1986.
d. Mayor Cox noted six (6) applications have been received for
the vacancy on the Montgomery Planning Committee.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to schedule interviews for this vacancy on
Thursday, January 30, at 4:00 p.m.
e. A proposal has been before the Port District concerning the
ferry restoration (Harbor Excursion) for completion of a Bike
Route Program. The Mayor commented he voiced his support of
this project at the Port District meeting today.
MSUC (Scott/Cox) to send a letter of support (from the Council) to
the Port District.
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f. The Mayor stated he received a request to develop an
ordinance similar to other cities regarding "racing pigeons."
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to refer to staff and ask them to evaluate
it an come back with a report.
g. Referring to the Ludwig Report prepared in 1959 regarding the
City's involvement in the Metro Sewer System, the Mayor
suggested the City Council consider the need to update this
report.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) ask staff to evaluate the need to update or
obtain a new report regarding sewer capacity in the City of Chula
Vista.
22. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilman Scott commented on numerous parking violations in
the Montgomery area.
b. Councilwoman McCandliss announced that Councilman Scott has
been appointed to the MTDB Trolley Board.
c. Councilwoman McCandliss referred to a proposal before the San
Diego Charter Review Committee concerning the Sheriff's
jurisdiction over all incorporated cities.
MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to refer this question to the Police
Department and City Manager's staff for preparation, and comments
to be provided to the Charter Review Committee.
The meeting recessed at 10:50 p.m. to Closed Session.
ADJOURNMENT AT 11:10 p.m. to the joint meeting with the Planning
Commission on January 15, 1986 at 5:00 p.m. and to the meeting of
January 21, 1986 at 7:00 p.m.
Adele A. Sarmiento
Clerk Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A JOINT WORKSHOP MEETING WITH THE
PLANNING COMMISSION AND MONTGOMERY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Wednesday, January 15, 1986 Conference Rooms 2 & 3
5:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox, Councilmembers McCandliss,
Scottt Mooret Malcolm
The purpose of the ~joint meeting was to hear a presentation by Mr.
Hal Mattley, County Planning Department.
Mr. Mattley discussed and presented an overview of existing County
zonings.
ADJOURNMENT AT 6:10 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for January 21,
1986 at 7:00 p.m.
Jenh're M. Fula~z, CMC :
L City Clerk
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