HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1986/02/11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, February 11, 1986 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
Members Present Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Scott,
McCandliss, Moore, Malcolm (arrived late)
Members Absent None
Staff Present Assistant City Manager Asmus, Assistant
City Attorney Gill
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, SILENT PRAYER
The Pledge of Allegiance to ~he Flag was led by Mayor Cox followed
by a moment of silent prayer.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES for the meeting of February 4, 1986.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to approve the minutes.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY - None.
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST FOR APPOINTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS TO REGIONAL GROWTH
AND PLANNING REVIEW TASK FORCE - Martinus W. Baak, President,
VTN SAN DIEGO, 4845 Ronson Court, San Diego 92111
Mayor Cox reported he received a request from Martinus Baak,
President of VTN, to withdraw this item since they are not
ready with their presentation.
b. REQUEST FOR CITY TO GIVE WAREHOUSE AT 810 "E" STREET TO METRO
FOOD PROJECT, INC. - Helen Motto, Executive Director, Metro
Food Project, Inc., 810 "E" Street, Chula Vista 92011
Mrs. Helen Motto discussed the plight of Metro Food Project
due to their tenancy being placed on a month-to-month basis
at the "E" Street location and the problems of relocating
elsewhere.
Minutes - 2 February 11, 1986
Mayor Cox explained since this is not City-owned property and
it is included in the Bayfront Redevelopment area, the staff
recommendation is to refer the letter to staff for Metro Food
to contact the property owner to determine the availability
of the warehouse to them on more than a month-to-month basis.
MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to approve the staff recommendation.
c. REQUEST FOR LIGHTING ON CHERYL PLACE - Donald F. Cunningham,
267 Cheryl Place, Chula Vista 92011
As a result of Proposition 13 and a car accident which
demolished the light pole, the 200 block of Cheryl Place has
been without lighting. Mr. Cunningham requested this street
be lighted again.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt submitted
transparencies depicting the location of the demolished
streetlight which was turned off in the wake of Proposition
13 in 1978. He recommended against.replacing the streetlight
because lighting tends to be closer in this area than in
other areas of the City which are not as well lit. He noted
it would cost ~1,200 to reinstall this light fixture.
In response to Mayor Cox's question, Director Lippitt stated
he would have to verify the accident records to determine if
monetary recovery was received for the demolished streetlight.
Councilman Scott commented all lights that had been turned
off because of Proposition 13 should have been turned back
on, including the light on Cheryl Place.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to replace the light at Cheryl Place and
refer to staff for further information regarding recovery of money
as a result of the car accident.
d. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY
Pacific Bell
525 "B" Street, Room 1944
San Diego, CA 92101
On June 18, 1985, a Claim Against the City was filed by
Pacific Bell for an estimated ~15,425.00 for alleged damages
to their telephone conduit located in the 300 block of Third
Avenue (west side). On January 31, 1986, a supplemental
claim was received specifying the damage at ~7,701.96. The
claim listed March 18, 1985 as the date the damage was
discovered.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to reject the claim.
D~inutes - 3 - February 11, 1986
e. RECONSIDERATION OF RENT INCREASE AT LAUDERBACH CO~.~,,~'nV
CENTER - Fred A. Schubitzke, Acaaemy Of Defensive Driving=
2910 Main Street, Chula Vista 92011
Mr. Schubitzke requested the City Council consider the
inequity of a rent increase at the Lauderbach Community
Center for his defensive driving program. His rent has
increased 12 times its previous rate (~180 per session) as a
result of a 30% rate applied by the City. He provided a copy
of the agreement with the City which contained notations not
on the original document.
Director of Parks and Recreation Mollinedo explained the
procedure for filing an application for City facilities. Mr.
Schubitzke was informed of the fees and how they would be
applied. At that time, the 30% gross figure was decided to
be more beneficial to the applicant than charging $20 per
class. The notations on the copy of the agreement were
reminders to staff when the fees should be collected.
MSUC (MeCandliss/Cox) to deny the request.
f. REQUEST TO SPEAK TO COUNCIL REGARDING SIGN ORDINANCE - South
San Diego Board of Realtors
In his written communication, Mr. Rowe requested the Council
set a date for this Board to make a presentation regarding
the State and local regulation prohibiting the placement of
real estate, open house and other directional signs in the
public right-of-way.
Mayor Cox stated he received a request from Mr. Rowe to
schedule this presentation for the first meeting in March.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to set for Council consideration on Tuesday,
March 4, at 4 p.m.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 5, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 a and b, 15 pulled.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to approve the Consent Calendar.
5. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE UNIFIED SAN DIEGO COUNTY
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY RESPONSE
PROGRAM (Director of Public Safety)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
Minutes - 4 - February 11, 1986
6. RESOLUTION 12367 APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 85-9, BRIGHTWOOD ATRIUM TOWNHOMES,
AND ACCEPTING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA THE EASEMENTS GRANTED ON SAID
MAP (Director of Public. Works/City
Engineer)
On May 22, 1985, the tentative subdivision map for this one-lot
subdivision located at 457 "E" Street was approved by the planning
Commission. The Final Map for Chula Vista Tract 85-9, Brightwood
Atrium Townhomes, has been checked and found to be in general
conformance with the tentative map.
7. RESOLUTION 12368 APPROVING AND ~CEPIING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS IN THAT CERTAIN SUBDIVISION
KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS BONITA HACIENDA
SUBDIVISION (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Sumitomo Bank of California has completed the public improvements
for Bonita Hacienda. The Improvement Agreement was approved by
Council Resolution 11480 on December 6, 1983.
8. RESOLUTION 12369 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM SUSIE
MARY BENNETT FOR ACCESS PURPOSES
(Director Of Public Works/City Engineer)
An access easement within the Bennett property is required in
conjunction with CVT 85-10, E1 Rancho Del Rey Unit 6E. The
easement will allow for maintenance of drainage facilities by City
Public Works forces. The access easement replaces an existing
easement which will be rendered useless following the proposed
development of E1 Rancho Del Rey Unit 6E.
9. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND WARREN, MCVEIGH AND
GRIFFIN, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR
EVALUATING HEALTH INSURANCE BIDS AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT (Director of Personnel)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
10. RESOLUTION 12370 APPROVING DR. PETER CONNORS AS A
CONSULTANT TO WETLANDS RESEARCH
ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE ENHANCEMENT
PLANNING STUDY AND AUTHORIZING A $920
CONTRACT (Community Development Director)
Minutes. 5 February 11, 1986
On January 28, 1986, the City Council approved the Wetlands
Research Associates, Inc. (WRA) contract and directed City staff
to return with a proposed subconsultant for endangered species
work. WRA is proposing to include Dr. Peter Connots as their
endangered species expert.
Inclusion of Dr. Connots in the study team will cause to incur
approximately $920 in additional compensation and expenses which
would be spent from Agency accounts 990-9907 5516 and
995-9950-BF36. This money was originally set aside to match the
Coastal Conservancy's $50,000 grant. The biological study design
and the enhancement planning study are both to be financed with
this $100,000. The total cost of these two studies is ~73,560, so
additional money is available from the money that has already been
set aside.
11. RESOLUTION ON FEE REBATES RELATING TO APPEALS BY
DEVELOPERS/RESIDENTS THAT ARE UPHELD BY
THE CITY COUNCIL AND/OR PLANNING
COMMISSION (Director Of Planning)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
12. RESOLUTION INITIAL MEETING OF THE JOINT CITY/CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE MARKETING TASK FORCE
(Community Development Director/Director
of Management Services)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
13. RESOLUTION SALE VERSUS LEASE OF CITY-OWNED SITE,
TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD (Community
Development Director)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
14a. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 15, ACCEPTING
ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC THE PUBLIC
STREETS DEDICATED ON SAID MAP, ACCEPTING
THE DRAINAGE EASEMENT, APPROVING
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE
COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY
SAID SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING
SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
NON MAP ACT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO
APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENTS (Director Of Public Works/City
Engineer)
Minutes 6 February 11, 1986
b. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 16, ACCEPTING
ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC THE PUBLIC
STREETS DEDICATED ON SAID MAP, ACCEPTING
THE EASEMENTS, APPROVING SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPLETION
OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY SAID
SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR NON MAP ACT
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO APPROVAL OF
IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENTS
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
15. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 11, APPROVING
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE
COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY
SAID SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING
SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
NON MAP ACT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO
APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENTS (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
(Pulled from Consent Calendar.)
16. REPORT ON CLOSURE OF RANCHO JANAL ROAD BETWEEN
OTAY LAKES ROAD AND PROCTOR VALLEY ROAD
(Director Of Public Works/City Engineer)
The closure of Rancho Janal Road has been requested by EastLake
Development Company. The grading and utility improvements in
EastLake Business Park necessitate this closure.
It was recommended Council approve the closure of Rancho Janal
Road from Otay Lakes Road north to the north line of the EastLake
Business Park. This is a permanent closure of this portion of
roadway.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
5. RESOLUTION 12371 ADOPTING THE UNIFIED SAN DIEGO COUNTY
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY
RESPONSE PROGRAM (Director of Public
Safety)
Minutes 7 February 11, 1986
Director of Public Safety Winters reported the Unified DIsaster
Council directed the preparation of a study to evaluate the
potential for providing a regional mechanism for responding to
hazardous materials incidents. On November 21, 1985, the Unified
Disaster Council conceptually approved the option calling for a
joint response by the San Diego Fire Department's HAZMAT Response
Team and the Department of Health Services' Hazardous Materials
Management Unit. If this proposal is endorsed by the various
jurisdictions, the program will commence on July 1, 1986.
Councilman Malcolm expressed concern about placing this type of
item under Consent Calendar due to the fiscal impact -- $43,380
would be budgeted in Fiscal Year 1986-87 if the JPA is approved.
Director Winters reiterated the projected cost will be
approximately $39,000 in the second year and $41,500 in the third
year.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
9. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND WARREN, MCVEIGH AND
GRIFFIN, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR
EVALUATING HEALTH INSURANCE BIDS AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT (Director of Personnel)
In order to determine if a change in the City's group health
insurance provider (Travelers Insurance Company) would be in the
best interest of the City, it has been decided to seek bids from
other carriers. The current carrier (Travelers) and the insurance
coverage provided is specifically a part of two Memoranda of
Understanding and therefore, any changes are subject to
negotiations. Because of this, a committee representing employee
bargaining groups along with staff was formed to provide input to
management in the selection process.
The cost of this consulting service will not exceed $5,400 plus an
additional $200-$300 out-of-pocket expenses. Funds for this
purpose are provided within the City Manager's budget under
contractual services.
Councilwoman McCandliss noted that the competitors in the
evaluation process had not been notified of this item or of
staff's recommendation.
MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to continue this item for 1 week and
notify the four participants.
Minutes 8 February 11, 1986
11. REPORT ON FEE REBATES RELATING TO APPEALS BY
DEVELOPERS/RESIDENTS THAT ARE UPHELD BY
THE CITY COUNCIL AND/OR PLANNING
COMMISSION (Director of Planning)
On November 19, 1985, the City council requested a report
discussing the idea of rebating appeal fees on discretionary
planning applications when the appeal is granted by the appellant
body. On December 18, 1985, the Planning Commission supported the
filing of this request.
In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' questions regarding flat
fees, Planning Director Krempl cited examples of this policy in
other areas of the County. Some jurisdictions charge for the
total processing of an application and others charge the applicant
if an appeal is made. No other jurisdictions actually rebate the
appeal fees, however.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to accept the report.
12. REPORT INITIAL MEETING OF THE JOINT CITY/CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE MARKETING TASK FORCE
(Community Development Director/Director
of Management Services)
At its meeting of October 24, 1985, the City Council created a
subcommittee to work with members of the Chamber of Commerce to
develop promotion and/or marketing plans for the City. At their
initial meeting, this Marketing Task Force recommended that City
staff prepare a report for the Council requesting additional
direction concerning composition and basic goals of the Task Force
and outlining alternative approaches the group could pursue.
The recommendation was that the Council approve Alternative C:
That both Alternative A (Task Force composed of City Council
Subcommittee and Downtown merchants)' and Alternative B (City
Council Subcommittee and individuals from diverse entities
throughout the City to develop plans and recommendations to
enhance the overall image of the City) be pursued with the
creation of a new group of individuals to pursue Alternative A.
The Task Force as it currently stands would be asked to focus on
Alternative B in conjunction with City staff's effort to develop
an overall City economic development/marketing program.
Councilman Moore expressed concern with the direction staff is
proceeding stating he is opposed to an in-depth marketing program.
Discussion ensued regarding local advertising as opposed to
national advertising; sales promotion vs. an advertising campaign;
recommendation of the Business and Industry Development Committee
to develop a comprehensive marketing program.
Minutes - 9 - February 11, 1986
Assistant Community Development Director Gustafson stated an
economic development implementation plan will be presented to City
Council during the budget process. It would be appropriate at
that time to investigate utilizing the talents of individuals
associated with this plan to assist in evaluating the City's plan
(i.e, potential relocatees).
Ms. Christine Williams, 836 Coriander Court, Chula Vista, stated
she represents a group that is working with the City staff in the
execution of a City-wide marketing plan. Due to the increased
City population, this type of program should not be delayed. She
pointed out the Downtown Committee has their own promotional
campaign, but a concentrated effort should be made throughout the
City to improve its image, which will automatically result in
profitability of the downtown area. She urged the City Council to
approve Alternative B.
Councilman Scott stated this endeavor is much broader than
increased retail sales in the downtown redevelopment area--should
include all of Chula Vista. He would support setting up a
committee that would look into the possibilities of joint
cooperative advertising and promotion with businesses in the City.
Councilwoman McCandliss remarked if this committee moves forward
with. a specific task, the City should not abandon its promotional
activities in other areas of the City.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to refer this item to staff, to the Council's
two-member subcommittee, and to the people working with the
Chamber of Commerce to come up with a program that would look into
the possibility of joint cooperative advertising with businesses
in the City.
At this time, Mayor Cox acknowledged the attendance of Boy Scout
Troop 871, accompanied by Troop Leader, Mr. Paul Chase.
13. REPORT SALE VERSUS LEASE OF CITY-OWNED SITE,
TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD (Community
Development Director)
At the January 7 meeting, the City Council reviewed the Kids
Unlimited Proposal to purchase the City-owned property at
Telegraph Canyon Road and directed staff to analyze the
cost-benefit of selling versus leasing the site.
The sale of this property will net the City approximately ~76,360
and reimburse the General Fund ~101,640 for the Gas Tax Program.
In addition, property tax revenues of approximately ~1,096 will
accrue to the City following the sale and development of this site.
It was recommended the City Council authorize sale of the subject
slte to Kids Unlimited for ~169,500
Minutes - 10 - February 11, 1986
In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' question regarding the
decreased bid, Redevelopment Coordinator Kassman stated the site
improvements were subtracted from the total cost. The proposed
building design will come back through the Design Review Committee
to the Planning Department.
MS (McCandliss/Scott) to accept the staff recommendation.
Mr. David Olsen, 610 Paseo del Rey, Pastor of Chula Vista Alliance
Church, urged Council's approval of this sale.
The motion to accept the staff recommendation passed unanimously .
14a. RESOLUTIOn] APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 15, ACCEPTING
ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC THE PUBLIC
STREETS DEDICATED ON SAID MAP, ACCEPTING
THE DRAINAGE EASEMENT, APPROVING
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE
COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY
SAID SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING
SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
NON MAP ACT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO
APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENTS (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
b. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHbLA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 16, ACCEPTING
ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC THE PUBLIC
STREETS DEDICATED ON SAID MAP, ACCEPTING
THE EASEMENTS, APPROVING SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPLETION
OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY SAID
SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR NON MAP ACT
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO APPROVAL OF
IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENTS
The Final Maps for CVT 84-9, EastLake I, Units 15 and 16 have been
reviewed by the Engineering Department and found to be in
conformity with the Tentative Map approved by the City Council on
February 19, 1985, by Resolution No. 11935.
Director Lippitt explained approximately 9 maps have been approved
by Council. He requested continuance of this item until Thursday,
February 13, in order to obtain sewer permits.
MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to continue this item to Thursday,
February 13 at 4:00 p.m.
Minutes - 11 February 11, 1986
15. RESOLUTION 12372 APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT 84-9, EASTLAKE I UNIT 11, APPROVING
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE
COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY
SAID SUBDIVISION, AND APPROVING
SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
NON MAP ACT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO
APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT PLANS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENTS (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
The Final Map for CVT 84-9, EastLake I, Unit 11, has been reviewed
by the Engineering Department and found to be in conformity with
the Tentative Map~approved by the City Council on February 19,
1985, by Resolution No. 11935.
Councilman Scott expressed concern with the direction Council was
going due to the significant change in policy for this particular
item. Particularly, Council. seems to be setting a precedent by
approving Final Maps without completion of improvements required
by the subdivision.
Councilman Malcolm arrived at this time, 8:30 p.m.
In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Assistant City
Attorney Gill stated the City Attorney's office has expressed
concern regarding this type of process but feels comfortable with
the safeguards built in to the agreement. The risks are
relatively minor and adequate mitigation is provided for those
risks. He reiterated the agreements are being signed by EastLake
and their representatives specifying the bonds are 150% of the
estimated construction costs. If the bonds do not adequately
cover the expenses, the City is indemnified.
Mr. Garry Kashing, representing EastLake Development Company,
explained the developer desires to make the homes available for
purchase this spring; therefore, final map approval must be
obtained. The improvement agreements have been signed and the
builders have started construction in certain developments. Any
delays now would hamper the April 1st opening date.
In answer to Councilman Moore's question, Director Lippitt stated
4 or 5 final maps have been completed, which shows some degree of
success.
Councilman Scott noted as long as this occurrence is only for
Phase I, he did not have any concerns.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
Minutes - 12 February 11, 1986
OTHER RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
17. RESOLUTION 12373 PROVIDING FOR THE SPECIAL APPROPRIATION
OF FUNDS FOR FINAL PAYMENT OF THE
ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 1985 (City
Clerk)
The final invoice for the November 5, 1985 election has been
received. Based on the estimated cost made by the Registrar of
Voters in September 1985, the cost of the election was 661,679.
The Registrar's new billing sets the total cost of the election at
$71,107 (includes the Montgomery issues).
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
18. RESOLUTION 12374 PROVIDING FOR THE SPECIAL APPROPRIATION
OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE RESTORATION OF
THE "OLD GOOSE" FIRE TRUCK (Assistant
City Manager)
In the 1985-86 budget, the City Council appropriated 611,000 to
complete the restoration of the antique fire truck, commonly known
as the "Old Goose." As of June 30, 1985, 67,422 of the 611,000
appropriation had been expended or encumbered. The remaining
63,578 of the original 611,000 appropriation automatically
reverted to the City's General Fund since it had not be encumbered.
An additional 61,600 is needed to complete the restoration in a
timely manner so that this equipment can be used in upcoming City
events.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
19. RESOLUTION 12375 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1985/86 BUDGET
TO ADD TWO COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR
POSITIONS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S
UNIFORM DIVISION AND APPROPRIATING THE
NECESSARY FUNDS (Director of Public
Safety)
The staffing requirements for the Communications Center have been
assessed as part of an overall study of the City's police and fire
communication needs, undertaken by Alta Consulting Services
Incorporated (ACSI). The ACSI study indicates that two additional
Communication Operators need to be immediately hired so that
acceptable service levels can be provided when the Police
Department assumes full responsibility for all police services in
the annexed area, currently scheduled for April 1, 1986.
Minutes - 13 - February 11, 1986
The recommendation was that Council appropriate $18,610.00 from
the unappropriated balance of the General Fund to cover salary and
fringe benefits for the positions for the remainder of FY 85-86.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN McCANDLISS, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved
unanimously.
20. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. Assistant City Manager Asmus referred to a petitioned from
residents on East San MigUel requesting speed bumps,
crosswalks and installation of a stop sign at specific
locations on Cuyamaca and East Sierra Way.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) refer this to the Traffic Engineer and the
Safety Commission.
b. Assistant City Manager ASmUS reported City Manager Goss is
recuperating at home from his recent surgery and is doing
well.
21. MAYOR'S REPORT
a. Mayor Cox announced the need for ratification of the new
Deputy City Attorney.
MSUC (Malcolm/Cox) to ratify the appointment of Ann Moore as the
Deputy City Attorney.
b. Mayor Cox announced the Mayor of Irapuato, Alfredo Fajardo,
will be in town February 21 through 22. He suggested a few
City Officials plan to attend a dinner in his honor on February21.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to direct staff to prepare such a function.
c. Supervisor Bilbray will occupy Legislative Offices vacated by
Congressman Duncan Hunter. A reception welcoming Supervisor
Bilbray is scheduled for Friday, February 21, which will be
jointly coordinated by the staffs of Congressman Bates,
Senator Deddeh, and Assemblyman Peace.
d. Communication has been received from the San Diego County
Department of Solid Waste Management asking the City to
designate a representative to their Citizen's Advisory
Committee for the Solid Waste Management Plan.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to designate Dr. Guy Lichtey to this
Committee.
Minutes - 14 - February 11, 1986
22. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilwoman McCandliss commented it would be appropriate for
Council to support Councilman Malcolm's interest in
abstaining on the Bay Hospital issue.
MS (McCandliss/Moore) for the City Council to support Councilman
Malcolm's interest in abstaining on the Bay Hospital issue.
Councilman Moore concurred with a Councilmember's right to
abstain from an issue if they state a reason.
Assistant City Attorney Gill cited Chula Vista Municipal Code
Section 2.04.550(b) which states " every member should vote
unless disqualified for cause accepted by vote of the City
Council or by opinion of the City Attorney." In addition,
"Self-disqualification without approval which results in a
tie vote shall be avoided as thwarting Council action, but no
Councilmember shall be forced to vote...tie votes shall be
lost motions and may be reconsidered."
Attorney Gill added the ordinance would take precedence over
State law and Councilmembers could disqualify themselves but
certain results would occur.
Councilman Scott noted since this discussion is in regard to
the Bay Hospital issue and NME, he would abstain from further
discussion this evening.
Councilmen Malcolm and Scott left the dais at this time.
The motion to approve the request for abstention passed by the
following vote:
AYES: McCandliss, Moore, Cox
NOES: None
ABSTENTIONS: Malcolm, Scott
Councilmen Malcolm and Scott returned at this time.
Councilman Malcolm remarked according to further discussion
with the Assistant City Attorney, if a Councilmember abstains
on an item and leaves the room, that vote will not be
counted. However, if their vote button is pressed by another
Councilmember, that vote applies to the preceding vote. In
addition, for financial disclosure purposes, it must be
stated by a Councilmember the reason for not participating in
a vote.
Minutes ~ 15 - February 11, 1986
b. Councilman Malcolm reported on issues before the Legislative
Committee pertaining to Assembly Bill 2612 regarding amending
the Government Code to allow special district representatives
serving on LAFCO boards to act upon proposals affecting
special districts. This regulation would make null and void
any rule or regulation disqualifying a special districts
representative from acting upon a proposal affecting a
special district.
MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) to oppose the bill and allow local government
to make these decisions.
c. Senate Bill 1446 and House Resolution 864, pertaining to the
establishment of a POW commission in California is proposed.
Councilman Malcolm stated his opposition to forming more
commissions without adequate justification for them.
Therefore, he recommended against supporting these proposals.
Assembly Bill 1974 pertains to supporting mandatory seat
belts for use in school buses. Councilman Malcolm suggested
until more facts are obtained, Council should not support
this issue either.
MSUC (Moore/Malcolm) to refer this question specifically to the
school districts to respond (to Council).
d. Councilman Malcolm referred to complaints from residents in
the Cresta Way Subdivision that commitments for street
lighting, landscaping, etc. have not been fulfi~led. He
suggested rescinding the subdivision map due to the
developer's lack of fulfillment of the commitments. He also
expressed concern that there are several 25-30 feet cut fill
slopes in the project.
MS (Malcolm/McCandliss) to refer this to staff to come back with a
recommendation of either to do nothing (and provide a reason why
the City should or should not foreclose on those bonds) and rescind
the map.
Councilman Scott stated he would not vote on this item due to
a potential conflict of interest, as he has a client with
whom he has done over $250 worth of business. (Councilman
Scott left the dais.)
The motion to refer this to staff passed with Councilman Scott
abstaining.
e. Councilman Moore commented on the SDG&E smokestacks.
MSC (Moore/McCandliss) to draft a letter under the Mayor's
signature to SDG&E acknowledging their cooperation in placing
silencers on the smoke stacks. (Councilman Scott abstained.)
Minutes - 16 - February 11, 1986
f. Mayor Cox noted the large turnout that viewed the City slide
show at the Mayor's breakfast recently. He suggested the
slide show be made available for Council viewing at a future
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT AT 9:20 p. m. to the joint meeting with the Board of
Ethics on Thursday, February 13, 1986, at 4:00 p.m. and the
regular meeting Of Tuesday, February 28, 1986 at 7:00 p.m.
JENNIE M. FULASZ, CMC, CITY CLERK
Adele A. Sarmiento
Deputy City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING ORDER
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) ss OF ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
CITY OF CHULA VISTA )
I, Adele A. Sarmiento, being first duly sworn depose and say:
That I am the duly chosen, qualified and acting Deputy City Clerk
of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista.
That the regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Chula Vista was held Tuesday, February 11, 1986,
and said meeting was adjourned to the time and place specified in
the Order of Adjournment ATTACHED HERETO~
That on Wednesday, February 1~ 1986, at the hour of 3 p.m.
I posted a copy of said order at a conspicuous place on or near the
door of the place at which said meeting of February 11, 1986,
was held.
Adele A. Sarmiento
Deputy City Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
~ ~ ~ day of
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and State of Ca/lifornia
MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday, February 11, 1986
The City Council met in the Council Chamber of the Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7:00 p.m. with
the following:
Councilmen Present: Scott, McCandliss, Cox, Malcolm, Moore
Councilmen Absent: None
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting until Thursday, February 13, 1986
at 4:00 p.m. in the CouncilSConference Room, City Hall/
PX~D~t~Xb~~ 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
I, Adele A. Sarmiento, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY that this is a full, true and correct copy of an
order by the City Council at the meeting of February 11, 1986
Deputy City Clerk
City of Chula Vista, California