HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1986/05/13 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, May 13~ 1986 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Malcolm, Moore,
Campbell, McCandliss
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
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 April 24, 1986
MSC (Moore/McCandliss) to approve the minutes (Councilman Campbell
abstained due to his absence from that meeting).
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE WEEK OF MAY 11, 1986 AS "SISTER
CITIES INTERNATIONAL WEEK"
Mayor Cox presented the Proclamation to June Brines.
b. PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE WEEK OF MAY 18 THROUGH MAY 24, 1986
AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK"
The proclamation was presented by'Mayor Cox to John Lippitt,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
c. PRESENTATION - 1985 CIVIC REGOGNITION AWARD
Mayor Cox presented this award to Robert Sutherland,
representing McDonald's Corporation, for his contributions to
the community.
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY -
Linda L. Bessemer, %Glen M. Birch, Attorney at Law, 1196 Third
Avenue, Suite 206, Chula Vista 92011
Minutes - 2 - May 13, 1986
A Claim was filed on behalf of Mrs. Bessemer's daughter in the
amount of ~25,000, associated with an accident at the Chula
Vista Municipal Pool.
Frank E. Ferreira, %Michael B. Poynor, Esq., Sternberg,
Eggers, Kidder & Fox, 225 Broadway, Suite 1900, San Diego
92101
The Claim alleges Mr. Ferreira's property was damaged in the
amount of $1,000,000 in connection with the development and
construction of public improvements in the area of 260 Bonita
Glen Drive.
MSUC (Campbell/McCandliss) that the claims be denied.
b. REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL SUPPORT OF ORANGE TREE
MOBILEHOME CLUB CONVERSION - Anne H. Stewart, 521 Orange
Avenue, Sp. #18, Chula Vista 92011
Several letters have been received from residents of the
Orange Tree Mobilehome Club, with each letter addressing
similar issues surrounding the sale of this park. The City
Council has taken certain action in this matter that has set
the stage for sale of the park, but also that Council action
has established some rules and regulations that must be
adhered to by mobile home tenants in general.
The City Manager recommended these letters, as well as other
concerns being expressed by park tenants, be referred to staff
for review and further discussions with the writers.
Anne Stewart appeared before the Council to discuss the
following: mobilehome park will be registered as a non-profit
organization; questioned the Association's not making money;
Sections 13.51 and 13.67 of the Civil Code gives the public
power to file liens; homeowners stand to lose homes if they
cannot pay the assessments to be levied against their
properties; grant deeds for air space; loan commitment has
been received from the Bank of America; impossible to maintain
rents at $298 for three years if ~30,000 was due for each 6
month period; homeowners are apprised wafter the fact" of
issues relating to this situation.
In response to Councilwoman McCandliss' concern, Assistant
Community Development Director Gustafson stated staff attends
all weekly meetings at the park to monitor this situation.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to accept the staff's recommendation and
report back in 2 weeks (May 27).
Minutes - 3 - May 13, 1986
c. REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE TO MITIGATE ERRANT GOLF BALL
PROJECTILES PROBLEM AT CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
- Gary A. Macklet, Property Management Associates, 3936
Hortensia Street, San Diego 92110
It was recommended that this letter be referred to staff for
their review and discussion with the management agent for the
La Bonita Owners Association.
In response to Councilman Malcolm's question, the City
previously had a concern over the jogging trails and liability
to the City as a result of this continuing problem.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to refer this to staff per their
recommendation.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
4. PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION FOR 1986-87 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM YEAR
(Continued from May 6, 1986)(Community
Development Director)
RESOLUTION 12467 APPROVING BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION AND
ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS FOR 1986-87 PROGRAM
YEAR
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
Community Development Director Desrochers, in his written report,
stated under the Community Development Block Grant Program, the
City is entitled to ~720,000 in FY 1986-87. A process has been
undertaken to solicit proposals for projects eligible for funding
under the Block Grant regulations, and a 1986-87 Block Grant
program is recommended. Associated documents have also been
compiled. The public hearing must now be conducted in order to
consider and approve the application and the Statement
Community Development Objectives for the 1986-87 Block Grant
program year.
Block Grant funds in the amount of ~975,888.17 will finance the
approved projects, of which ~720,000 is the 1986-87 entitlement
amount and $255,888.17 is excess or reprogrammed funds from
previous years. These excess funds are listed below. No general
funds will be involved.
The Human Relations Commission chose ten social service projects
to recommend for funding and decided on the recommended level of
funding for each project.
Minutes 4 - May 13, 1986
FUND/ACTIVITY
YEAR PROJECT# ACTIVITY AMOUNT
81/82 630-6300-BG108 Economic Development ~ 4,467.81
82/83 631-6310-BG150 Economic Development 15,915.57
84/85 633-6330-BG150 Economic Development 10,637.79
85/86 634-6340-BG150 Economic Development 60,000.00
SUBTOTAL $91,021.17
85/86 634-3440-BG124 Harborside Drainage ~36,223.50
Payback
85/86 634-6340-BG131 Administration 74,750.00
85/86 634-6340-BG155 Home Depot Utility 33,000.00
Undergrounding
82/83 631-6310-BG149 South Bay Pioneers $17,634.63
84/85 633-6330-BG149 South Bay Pioneers 36,719.56
SUBTOTAL $54,354.19
85/86 Letter of Credit
Decrease
~-33,460.69
Assistant Community Development Director Gustafson explained the
hearing was continued in order to apprise the public of staff's
recommendation; the hearing was required by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD); the CDBG application will be
submitted to HUD for approval after City Council's approval;
contracts will be brought back to Council for approval of the
various social service agencies approved this evening; noted the
complexity of preparing this application; CDBG funding has been
cut almost 30% this year; many worthy projects could not be
recommended for funding.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Donna Maddy,
representing Slingerland, indicated the program is run through the
church and funding would cover the cost of insurance to hold
classes in the church; noted the $6 fee-per-class pays for
teachers' services; ten students enrolled per class; large number
of referrals are made by the school system; $6 is not a flat rate
the rate is adjusted (~2, ~3 and ~4) for students requiring a
discount; the donation by the City goes towards making up for the
percentage low-income citizens cannot afford.
The following individuals addressed the Council to encourage CDBG
funding of their programs: Fred Drew, 1275 Banner Avenue, Chula
Vista 92011, Woodlawn Park Civic League; Evelyn Gillespie, 4052
Main Street, Chula Vista 92011, Woodlawn Park Civic League;
Philip Scheuer, 1319 Costa Avenue, Chula Vista 92011; Esther
Amaral, 399 Inkopah Street, Chula Vista 92011, South County
Minutes - 5 - May 13, 1986
Council on Aging (Shared Housing); Grace Rice, 591 Camino de la
Reina, Suite 1005, San Diego, Resident Relations Foundation; June
Brines, 385 Palomar Drive, Chula Vista 92011, Jobs for Youth; Ana
Maria Jaramillo, 1671 Albany Avenue, Chula Vista 92011, Otay
Community Center/MAAC Project; Carol Hummel, San Diego 92154,
Lutheran Social Services; Linda Walker, 571 Third Avenue, Chula
Vista' 92010, YMCA Family Stress Center; Kathryn Lembo, 406 Third
Avenue, Chula Vista, South Bay Community Services; Alex Pressutti,
917 Nolan Way, Chula Vista 92011, Chula Vista Commission on
Aging; Maggie Helton, 162 Mankato Street, Chula Vista 92010,
Commission on Aging.
There being no further testimony either for or against, the public
hearing was closed.
Councilman Malcolm' expressed concern that the City should not be
in the social service funding business; funding social service
organizations may be a duplication of State and County effort;
concern that organizations for youth (ages 17 and under) are not
adequately funded; questioned whether some of the projects are
better than the City providing services to the public; the City
should do more for youth; competition among social service
programs; would like to see the City Council utilize all CDBG
monies for capital improvements; existing CDBG policy should be
reviewed.
Councilwoman McCandliss commented that the application provides
for funding for a good mix of senior, family and youth services;
programs, to a great extent, have a good track record; some
organizations should not be funded yearly without some type of
competitive review by the City; noted recreational services
provided by the City; discussed proposed five-year plan on aging.
City Manager Goss pointed out that it is at the discretion of the
City Council to allocate 15% of the Block Grant entitlement toward
social services. Regarding Councilman Malcolm's request that all
CDBG funding go toward CIP projects, City Manager Goss pointed out
the deadlines required by other agencies and HUD for Council's
approval of this application.
Assistant Community Development Director Gustafson explained the
time constraints for filing the Federal application if the City is
to receive funding by July 1. If HUD does not receive the
application for their 60-day review period, some organizations
will be in jeopardy of losing funding necessary by July 1.
Council discussion ensued regarding the criteria for use of CDBG
funding; changing City's CDBG funding policy during the funding
process; policy change should be reviewed in conjunction with
applications submitted for the next funding year; CIP budget
review is scheduled for June 9 and tour of CIP projects on June 7;
coordination of prioritizing projects be presented to the County;
funding policy should be expanded by the City; schedule Council
Conference (workshop) for modifications to policy.
Minutes 6 May 13, 1986
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved. (Councilman
Malcolm opposed.)
MSUC (Cox/Malcolm) to schedule the funding policy that we have now
for social services organizations as they relate to Community
Development Block Grants for a Council Conference (in the next two
months).
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to direct the City Manager to include in
the budget process an increase in the Commission on Aging's study
fund and verbiage to include other potential social needs.
5. PUBLIC HEARING PCM-86-11 - AMENDMENT TO OUT-PARCEL #4
LOCATED WITHIN EL RANCHO DEL REY SPECIFIC
PLAN AREA - CITY COUNCIL INITIATED
(Continued from January !4,
1986)(Director Of Planning)
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
The property owner has again requested a continuance of this
hearing based upon pending litigation over the legal title to the
property. Planning and engineering studies are expected to take
60 to 70 days; thus, it was requested the hearing be continued.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to continue the public hearing to September
16, 1986.
6. PUBLIC HEARING ENTERING INTO A DISPOSITION AND
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH KIDS UNLIMITED
FOR THE SALE AND DEVELOPMENT OF CITY
PROPERTY (Continued from April 22,
1986)(Community Development Director)
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
It was recommended this hearing be continued to accomplish the
required processing and negotiations necessary prior to the sale
of this property.
MSUC Malcolm/McCandliss) to continue the hearing to June 24, 1986.
7. PUBLIC HEARING ORDERING CERTAIN CHANGES AND
MODIFICATIONS TO THE ENGINEER'S REPORT IN
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 85-2
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
a. RESOLUTION 12468 'ORDERING CERTAIN CHANGES AND
MODIFICATIONS TO THE ENGINEER'S "REPORT"
IN A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Minutes 7 May 13, 1986
b. RESOLUTION 12469 APPROVING AND PROVIDING FOR CONTRIBUTION
TO PAY CERTAIN COSTS AND EXPENSES IN AN
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
c. RESOLUTION 12470 CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT, ORDERING THE
IMPROVEMENTS MADE, TOGETHER WITH
APPURTENANCES, AND APPROVING THE
ENGINEER'S "REPORT"
d. RESOLUTION 12471 AWARDING THE CONTRACTS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PUBLIC WORKS OF
IMPROVEMENT IN A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT
e. RESOLUTION 12472 MAKING AWARD FOR SALE OF BONDS, AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A
REDEMPTION FUND
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt explained this was
a continuation of the Assessment District 85-2 proceedings for
providing a portion of the water, sewer, and street facilities in
the EastLake development.
In addition to the resolutions which are before the Council, this
is the public hearing on protests or objections to the Engineer's
Report and other matters relating to Assessment District 85-2.
City Attorney Harron advised that any items pertaining to the
EastLake development would be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for
a possible conflict of interest by the Mayor of Councilman Malcolm
and he will be providing advice to Council on this matter
F. MacKenzie Brown, Special Counsel for the project explained the
procedure for the special assessment district.
Director of Finance Christopher reported the City received 5 bids
for the assessment district bonds in which the City probably
received the lowest interest rate for this type of financing AS a
result of the bid openings, the sale of bonds has been awarded to
Prudential-Bache Securities, Inc. for a net interest rate of 8.48%.
City Clerk Fulasz noted no written protests have been received on
the special assessment.
There being no further testimony either for or against, the public
hearing was closed.
RESOLUTIONS (a through e) OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the
reading of the texts was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
approved unanimously.
Minutes - 8 - May 13, 1986
8. PUBLIC HEARING GPA-86-5: CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT
TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE CHULA
VISTA GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATING
APPROXIMATELY 44 ACRES LOCATED ON THE
SOUTH SIDE OF THE OTAY RIVER AND
IMMEDIATELY WEST OF 1-805 AS "AGRICULTURE
& RESERVE" - CITY OF CHULA VISTA
(Director of Planning)
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LAND USE
ELEMENT BY DESIGNATING APPROXIMATELY 44
ACRES OF TERRITORY SOUTH OF THE OTAY
RIVER AND WEST OF 1-805 AS "AGRICULTURE &
RESERVE"
The City of Chula Vista has filed annexation applications with the
Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to annex territory
within the Otay Valley which is presently located within the
jurisdictional boundaries of the City of San Diego west of the
1-805 freeway. These territories lie within the boundaries of the
approved Chula Vista Sphere of Influence Plan.
The Chula Vista General Plan has not designated the land uses for
the territories lying south of the Otay River in the Otay Valley
which are within the approved Sphere-of-Influence boundary. The
designation of these territories must be accomplished in order
that the annexation process may continue. The project is exempt
from environmental review as a Class 19 exemption.
On April 9, 1986, the Planning Commission recommended the 44 acres
be designated as "Agricultural & Reserve" on the Land Use Element
of the General Plan in accordance with Resolution GPA-86-5.
Director of Planning Krempl explained this is the third of five
potential reorganizations to be filed with the City of San Diego
along the Otay River Valley.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Director Krempl
explained the theory was to designate the floodway as parks and
open space. Staff feels more flexibility would be provided by
designating the property outside the floodway as agriculture and
reserve--a more detailed study will be prepared and included in
the General Plan update.
Mayor Cox, noting the similarities between the public hearings on
Items 8 and 9, suggested the hearings be combined.
9. PUBLIC HEARING PCZ-86-C: CONSIDERATION TO PREZONE
APPROXIMATELY 98 ACRES OF TERRITORY
LOCATED BETWEEN 1-805 AND RIOS AVENUE AND
BETWEEN RANCHO DRIVE AND THE NORTH FACING
SLOPES OF THE OTAY VALLEY TO A-8
(AGRICULTURE) AND F-1 (FLOODWAY) ZONES -
CITY OF CHULA VISTA (Director of Planning)
Minutes 9 May 13, 1986
ORDINANCE 2149 APPROVING THE PREZONING OF 98 ACRES
LOCATED BETWEEN 1-805 AND RIOS AVENUE AND
BETWEEN RANCHO DRIVE AND THE NORTH FACING
SLOPES OF THE OTAY VALLEY TO A-8 AND F-1
- FIRST READING
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
The City of Chula Vista has filed applications with the Local
Agency Formation Commission for the purpose of annexing territory
presently located in the City of San Diego and within the
boundaries of the approved Sphere of Influence for the City of
Chula Vista. The area must be prezoned before the annexation
applications can be processed and considered. The project is
exempt from environmental review as a Class 19 exemption.
On April 9, 1986, the Planning Commission recommended that the
City Council enact an ordinance to prezone said 98 acres in
accordance with Resolution PCZ-86-C.
The following individuals opposed the reorganizations: Ruth
Schneider, 1042 Piccard Avenue, San Diego 92154, representing the
Otay Mesa Homeowners Community Council and the Otay Mesa/Nestor
Community Planning Committee; Paul Clark, San Ysidro 92073; Art
$chilling, 601 Twining Avenue, San Diego 92154; Gary Chester.
Their concerns were as follows: the area in question has no
representation on the City Council of San Diego; residents are
inundated by developers wishing to condemn their property; many
homes on the mesa contain cracked slabs; area will be needed for
some type of industrial use in the future; residents will be
needing land for tax base; Chula Vista's budget cannot afford
additional police and fire protection for the area; area contains
highest unemployment rate in the City of San Diego; tired of
trade-offs; suggested land be returned to its natural state.
There being no further testimony either for or against, the public
hearingS~losed.
Council discussion followed concerning Council's lack of knowledge
of annexation proceedings for the area west of 1-805; poor route
for access to be coming through the City of San Diego; cannot
support annexation west of 1-805 when residents are opposed;
coordinate planning by having both sides of the river valley in
the same jurisdiction for flood control purposes.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, City Attorney
Harron stated by giving the flood plain designation, there is some
conceivable private use of the property. Once "Parks and Open
Space" is designated, it is a public use. If development plans
Minutes - 10 May 13, 1986
are submitted, and those plans are denied, it automatically forces
a "taking" of property. Therefore, zoning sets up the step where
property owner has the power to force the City into an inverse
position.
It was moved by Councilwoman McCandliss that resolutions on items
8 and 9 be amended to include pre-designation of the property to
"parks and open space."
The motion died for lack of a second.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved, by the following
vote:
AYES: Cox,'Moore, Campbell
NOES: McCandliss, Malcolm
ABSTAIN: None
MSC (Cox/Moore) to place the ordinance on First Reading, the
reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and
approved. (Councilwoman McCandliss opposed.)
10. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Ruth Chapman, 8 Sierra Way, Chula Vista, commended the Public
Works crews for their excellent service to Country Club Lane.
In addition, she suggested in lieu of the Fiesta de la Luna
Parade, the City should consider a "parade of winners."
b. Charles Rolf expressed concern regarding the authority of the
Montgomery Planning Committee and suggested that a moratorium
be declared on this Committee before any further action is
taken.
City Manager Goss pointed out that the Montgomery Planning
Committee has no authority to expend monies and their capacity
is as an advisory Committee to the City Council, who makes the
ultimate decisions.
The Council recessed at 9:45 and reconvened at 9:54 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR (11 23)
Items 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 pulled.
MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to approve the Consent Calendar.
11. RESOLUTION 12474 APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF ~38,655,000
BAYFRONT/TOWN CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT 1986 TAX ALLOCATION BONDS BY THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA (Community Development Director)
Minutes 11 - May 13, 1986
On Thursday, May 15th, the Agency will receive bids relative to
the sale of $38,655,000 in Bayfront/Town Centre Tax Allocation
Bonds. The sale was authorized by action of the Agency in March
of this year. While all the documents relative to the sale will
be handled by the Redevelopment Agency, State law requires that
the City Council be apprised of the issue and concur in the sale.
12. RESOLUTION 12475 ACCEPTING INFORMAL BIDS AND AWARDING
CONTRACT FOR PAINTING THE EXTERIOR AND
INTERIOR OF THE LIBRARY (Building &
Housing Director/Library Director)
Informal competitive bids were received and opened on May 6, 1986
for painting the exterior and portions of the interior of the
Library building.
The recommendation was to award the contract in the amount of
$19,792 to Ledford Painting.
13. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION (YMCA) FOR THE LEASE OF
CERTAIN PROPERTY IN EUCALYPTUS PARK AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT (Director of Parks & Recreation)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
14a. RESOLUTION 12476 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM CENTURY
AMERICAN CORPORATION FOR SEWER PURPOSES
WITHIN EASTLAKE I, UNIT 11, MAP NO. 11449
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
b. RESOLUTION 12477 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM CENTURY
AMERICAN CORPORATION FOR PEDESTRIAN
ACCESS EASEMENT WITHIN EASTLAKE I, UNIT
11, MAP NO. 11449
A sewer easement within EastLake I Unit 11 (Century American site)
is required for sewer maintenance by City Public Works forces.
Pedestrian access easements are also required along Lake Shore
Drive at both entrances to said subdivision. The necessity for
these easements was not apparent until site development was
underway.
It was recommended the City Council accept the easements from
Century American Corporation.
Minutes 12 - May 13, 1986
15. ORDINANCE 2150 AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTION 5.20.030 RELATING TO THE NUMBER
OF LICENSED CARDROOMS FIRST READING
(Assistant City Attorney)
The proposed ordinance would increase the number of inhabitants
per cardroom license from 25,000 persons per cardroom to 40,000
persons per cardroom.
16. REPORT REGARDING PETITION FROM RESIDENTS OF
OLEANDER AVENUE REGARDING TRAFFIC
CONTROLS ON THAT STREET (Continued from
May 6, 1986)(Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
17. REPORT REGARDING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION AND
PETITION FROM RESIDENTS OF EAST SAN
MIGUEL DRIVE REQUESTING TRAFFIC CONTROLS
AND SPEED BUMPS TO REDUCE SPEED AND
DECREASE ITS USE AS A THROUGH STREET
(Continued from May 6, 1986)(Director of
Public Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
18. REPORT REGARDING SANDAG TRANSPORTATION FINANCING
ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S REQUEST FOR SUPPORT
OF ONE-HALF PERCENT LOCAL SALES TAX
(Assistant to the City Manager)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
19. REPORT ON REQUEST BY SOUTHWEST COACHES, INC. TO
INSTALL BUS STOP SIGNS IN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA- (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
20. REPORT ON CHULA VISTA TRANSIT (CVT) ROUTE 703
SERVICE CHANGE (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
21. REPORT EXCESS INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE CHULA
VISTA LIVE STEAMERS (Director of Parks &
Recreation)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
Minutes - 13 - May 13, 1986
22. REPORT PROPOSED POOL FEE STRUCTURE (Director of
Parks & Recreation)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
23. REPORT MEMORIAL PARK WAR MEMORIAL (Assistant
City Manager)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
13. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION (YMCA) FOR THE LEASE OF
CERTAIN PROPERTY IN EUCALYPTUS PARK AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT (Director of Parks & Recreation)
The City and the South Bay branch of the Young Men's Christian
Association (YMCA) had a 20-year lease agreement for the property
at 50 Fourth Avenue, which expired on June 30, 1984. The City and
YMCA have been operating under a lease on a year-to-year basis.
Staff has renegotiated a five-year lease with the YMCA. The term
of the proposed lease has been changed from 20 to 5 years because
the YMCA plans to construct new facilities in the eastern area of
the City and relocate its operations there.
Councilman Malcolm suggested the liability insurance coverage
required for this item as well as the item pertaining to the Live
Steamers (Item 21) should be increased.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to refer these 2 items (13 and 21) to staff
for allocation or shared funding for increased liability insurance.
16. REPORT REGARDING PETITION FROM RESIDENTS OF
OLEANDER AVENUE REGARDING TRAFFIC
CONTROLS ON THAT STREET (Continued from
May 6, 1986)(Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
At the May 6, 1986 meeting, Council continued this item and
directed the City Traffic Engineer to review each of the
intersections on Oleander Avenue between Telegraph Canyon Road and
Naples Street to determine which location would be best if three
or four-way stop signs were installed. The Council also requested
additional information regarding the feasibility of continuing the
centerline on Oleander Avenue south to Naples Street.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt noted if three-way
stops are to be installed, the intersection of Oleander Avenue and
Jamul Court would be the best choice. Continuation of the double
yellow centerline to Naples Street was recommended.
Minutes - 14 - May 13, 1986
Mr. Tom Turner appeared before the Council in support of staff's
recommendation.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to approve 3-way stops at the intersection
of Oleander Avenue and Jamul Court and continue the double yellow
centerline to Naples Street.
17. REPORT REGARDING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION AND
PETITION FROM RESIDENTS OF EAST SAN
MIGUEL DRIVE REQUESTING TRAFFIC CONTROLS
AND SPEED BUMPS TO REDUCE SPEED AND
DECREASE ITS USE AS A THROUGH STREET
(Continued from May 6, 1986,(Director of
Public Works/City Engineer)
On May 6, 1986, the City Council continued this item and directed
the City Traffic Engineer to review the intersection of Cuyamaca
Avenue and East Sierra Way, and Cuyamaca Avenue and East Palomar
Drive to determine which location would be best if three-way stop
signs were installed.
Director Lippitt reported if three-way stops are to be installed,
the intersection of Cuyamaca Avenue and East Sierra Way would be
the best choice. Installation of a double yellow centerline with
raised pavement markers was recommended around the curve.
Councilwoman McCandliss commented if the signs are placed at East
Sierra Way, the City may be alleviating one problem but
compounding it in another area.
MS (Campbell/Cox) to install 3-way stops at the intersection of
Cuyamaca Avenue and East Sierra Way and install double yellow
centerlines with raised pavement markers around the curve.
Mr. Jim Blakely, 54 East San Miguel Drive, Chula Vista 92011,
proposed a possibility of also addressing a sign with "No Right
Hand Turn On Red" at Cuyamaca and "L" Street.
'Mayor Cox requested that the motions on item 16 and 17 should
include a report back from staff in 6 months.
The motion to install 3-way stop signs passed unanimously.
MS (McCandliss/Malcolm) refer to staff the question of "No Right
Hand Turn on Red" at the intersection of "L" Street and Cuyamaca
and have a status report on the situation brought back in 6 months.
Councilman Moore stated he could not support designating this type
of signage at one particular street.
The motion to refer this to staff passed with Councilman Moore
opposed.
Minutes - 15 - May 13, 1986
18. REPORT REGARDING SANDAG TRANSPORTATION FINANCING
ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S REQUEST FOR SUPPORT
OF ONE-HALF PERCENT LOCAL SALES TAX
(Assistant to the City Manager)
In January 1985 the SANDAG Board of Directors, in response to the
1984 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), appointed the
Transportation Finance Advisory Committee (TFAC) to review the San
Diego Region's transportation financing needs. Recently, the TFAC
recommended a 1/2% local sales tax to the SANDAG Board of
Directors to create necessary revenues to finance improvements for
local streets and roads, state highways and transit projects --
each to receive 1/3 of the resulting revenues. This report
addresses the various issues associated with the TFAC proposal.
SANDAG requested comments regarding the proposed 1/2% local sales
tax by its May 23,'1986, meeting.
It was recommended Council, recognizing that cities must act
collectively to effectively meet the needs of the region and in
the spirit of cooperation, support the TFAC Transportation Sales
Tax Initiative with the following amendments:
1. Revenues received from the local sales tax be distributed
50% for local streets and highways, 25% each for state
highway and transit items.
2. A strong maintenance of effort (MOE) agreement be entered
into with the State of California regarding new highway
construction for the region.
Councilman Malcolm discussed the various special taxes being
proposed to the public; Chula Vista is not in desperate need of
money; County cannot afford to maintain roads; placing a 20~ per
gallon gas tax is not acceptable.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Mr. Scott,
representing the SANDAG Advisory Committee, stated certification
is required by the SANDAG commission prior to any allocation of
funds to the State Highway project; historical trends as well as
other State and Federal funding trends are reviewed by the Board
in making a decision; regional transportation plan would be the
key document; no funding for projects off the interstate system;
gas tax is not affected.
In response to Councilman Campbell's concern, City Manager Goss
explained the City receives approximately ~45 per capita in State
subventions and most of that is motor vehicle in-lieu tax.
Additional action was taken to insure that local governments would
receive that level of funding on a regular basis.
Bess Pocklington, 656 Glover Place, Chula Vista, opposed this tax
noting that Chula Vista does not need this type of funding.
Minutes - 16 - May 13, 1986
Further Council discussion involved distribution of local sales
tax - 50% for local streets and highways, 25% each for State and
highway and transit items; distribution of local funds should be
the decision of the local elected body; City of San Diego
residents will vote on this initiative; improvements to streets
and highways should come out of gas tax funds; deplorable
condition of Route 54; funds needed for better traffic safety and
road conditions.
It was moved by Councilman Malcolm and seconded by Councilman
Campbell to oppose the request (support a 1/2% local sales tax).
The motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Malcolm, Campbell
NOES: McCandliss, Cox, Moore
ABSTAIN: None
MS (Cox/McCandliss) to approve staff's r~commendation.
Discussion followed regarding the rationale on the 1/3
distribution of funds; percentage of motorists traveling state
highway and rapid transit versus local streets.
AMENDMENT TO MOTION
MS (Moore/McCandliss) that the motion be amended to include
staff's recommendation would be for 60% distribution for local
streets and roads and even split (20/20) for State highway and
transit items.
Mayor Cox opposed the amended motion stating what has evolved from
the Transportation Advisory Committee is a proposal, or
compromise, to meet all needs.
The motion, on distribution of local sales tax revenues passed
with Mayor Cox opposed.
The motion to accept staff's recommendation, as amended, passed by
the following vote:
AYES: Cox, McCandliss, Moore
NOES: Campbell, Malcolm
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Malcolm left the dais at this time.
Minutes 17 - May 13, 1986
MSC (McCandliss/Campbell) in requiring the strong Maintenance of
Effort Agreement with the State of California, SANDAG should be
directed to develop the agreement, and explaining how it will be
implemented and how the City will follow through with the State on
ensuring compliance. (Councilman Malcolm out.)
19. REPORT ON REQUEST BY SOUTHWEST COACHES, INC. TO
INSTALL BUS STOP SIGNS IN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
The Transit Coordinator received a letter from Mr. Thomas Evans,
President of Southwest Coaches, Inc., requesting that the City of
Chula Vista permit the installation of bus stop signs in the City
on Broadway Avenue indicating the stop locations for Transportes
Amarillo y Rosa, a bus service operated by Southwest Coaches, Inc.
between the border and downtown San Diego. The City Council
regulates the placement of bus stop signs pursuant to Municipal
Code Sections 10.24.030, 10.60.080 and 12.28.020. The MTDB
currently is evaluating transportation service in the I-5 corridor
between the border and Downtown San Diego and will address
specifically the provision of service by Route 32 and the Amarillo
y Rosa.
The recommendation was that Council deny Mr. Evans' request at the
present time and reconsider this request after the MTDB has
completed its study.
John Wood, 444 West "C" Street, San Diego 92101, representing
Southwest Coaches, displayed the sign requested to be placed on
existing San Diego Transit bus stops throughout the City of San
Diego; 60 of these signs are currently in place; Southwest Coaches
carries more passengers than the San Diego Transit system; no
liability or exposure to Chula Vista to place these signs; agrees
to indemnify the City of Chula Vista from any liability; will
enter into any agreement proposed by the City Attorney.
MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to accept the staff recommendation (and
docket the item for future reconsideration).
Councilman Malcolm returned.
20. REPORT ON CHULA VISTA TRANSIT (CVT) ROUTE 703
SERVICE CHANGE (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
During the past few months, the Transit Office has received
requests from workers and patients for more frequent transit
service to the Chula Vista Community Hospital and other medical
facilities in that area. Staff is proposing to implement expanded
service in June, monitor ridership during the summer and then make
any schedule adjustments necessary prior to the start of the fall
1986 school semester.
Minutes - 18 - May 13, 1986
The recommendation was that Council recommend to the SCOOT Board
that Route 703 service to the Community Hospital area be increased
from four to eleven trips per weekday and ten trips on Saturday.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' question, Transit
Coordinator Gustafson explained the route change which basically
would eliminate one trip and still accommodate the existing
ridership.
MSUC (McCandliss/Campbell) to accept the staff recommendation and
bring back a report to the Council in six months.
21. REPORT EXCESS INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE CHULA
VISTA LIVE STEAMERS (Director of Parks &
Recreation)
At the Council meeting on February 4, 1986, Council accepted
Staff's report on insurance coverage for the Chula Vista Live
Steamers and implemented the alternative that the City pay for
half of the premium of $1,000,000 liability coverage required.
Council requested a follow-up report on the following insurance
coverage issues:
1. Need for the basic $1 million coverage;
2. Cost of additional insurance cost up to $5 million;
3. Guidelines for the City's participation in payment of the
insurance;
4. Opinion of City Attorney regarding liability exposure of City
participation in paying premium.
It was recommended Council not secure excess insurance coverage
beyond the ~1 million primary coverage.
(Refer to page 14 for discussion of this item.)
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) refer this item to staff for allocation or
shared funding for increased liability insurance.
22. REPORT PROPOSED POOL FEE STRUCTURE (Director of
Parks & Recreation)
At the November 9, 1982, Council meeting, Resolution 11063 was
adopted establishing a City-wide Master Fee Schedule. The Master
Fee Schedule reflects the percentage of Full Cost Recovery rate
for recreation activities.
The proposed fee structure was approved by the Parks and
Recreation Commission at their April 17, 1986 meeting. The
Commission on Aging reviewed the proposed fees at their meeting on
April 9, but lacked a quorum to take official action.
Minutes - 19 - May 13, 1986
Director of Parks & Recreation Mollinedo recommended Council
approve the proposed pool fee structure, effective on June 1,
1986, as follows:
EXISTING PROPOSED FEE
child 15.00 $1s.00
Adult 20.00 40.00
Senior 15.00 30.00
Family 30.00 50.00
William Houseworth, 358 San Miguel Drive, Chula Vista 92011,
opposed the fee increase recommending that the Council should
carefully review the Parks and Recreation Department's proposal.
In answer to Councilman Malcolm's question, Recreation
Superintendent Foncerrada explained the fee increase will bring an
additional $2,000 in revenue to the City (from $8,000 to
$10,000). Director Mollinedo added the present use of the pool
facilities will not be impacted by the increase and the fees are
in line with the remaining San Diego County swimming facilities.
William Ryan, 578 Rivera Street, Chula Vista 92011, noted a 500%
increase with the proposed fee change; questioned the 'punch pass"
system contemplated; proposed maintaining a yearly pass raise of
40% for unlimited swimming for adults.
MS (Malcolm/McCandliss) to change the yearly pass to ~45 and leave
the present fee schedule as is.
Discussion followed regarding existing fees and proposed fees; the
age groups using the pool and times available to them; the "punch
card" system; annual pass will allow unlimited pool facilities use.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
MS (Malcolm/McCandliss) to double all the rates (passes).
Superintendent Foncerrada pointed out that the children would be
better off utilizing a "punch pass" due to fewer opportunities
during the year for them to swim.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) refer this to staff for additional comments
(evaluation of yearly passes) and bring back next Tuesday (May 20).
23. REPORT MEMORIAL PARK WAR MEMORIAL (Assistant
City Manager)
At the October 1, 1985 City Council meeting, as part of the 75th
Anniversary, the City Council approved in concept a proposal that
would provide a war memorial in Memorial Park for all Chula Vista
residents who died in the service of their country since the
Spanish-American War. Library staff is currently assembling all
the names that will appear on a new war memorial.
Minutes - 20 - May 13, 1986
The recommendation was to reconfirm Council's concept approval of
the project and direct staff to incorporate the proposal in the
1986-87 Capital Improvement Program budget for final consideration
and action by the City Council at a later date.
Jack Carleton, 370 Roman Way, Chula Vista 92011, stated the
Memorial is a fitting tribute to those who gave the supreme
sacrifice - their lives; requested a meeting with the architect; a
single flagpole could be changed to have an array of flags;
suggested a yearly ceremony on Memorial Day which would include
placing a wreath on the Memorial; VFW will conduct or participate
in rededication ceremonies.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to accept the report and staff meet with VFW
for modifications proposed (additional flagpoles).
OTHER RESOLUTIONS AND RELATED REPORTS
24. REPORT 1986 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT THE
CHULA VISTA MARINA (DirectOr of Parks &
Recreation)
RESOLUTION 12478 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA AND PYRO SPECTACULAR FOR
1986 FIREWORKS DISPLAY, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (Director of
Parks & Recreation)
Council at their July 23, 1985, meeting directed staff to consider
upgrading the 1986 fireworks display so as to be a fitting tribute
to the City's Diamond Jubilee Celebration.
It was recommended an additional ~t2,500 to supplement the $10,000
be budgeted.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
Councilman Moore remarked the City's 75th Diamond Anniversary
Committee will pay for the band hired for this event.
25. RESOLUTION 12479 AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH GERALD S.
KIBBEY & ASSOCIATES FOR THE APPRAISAL OF
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 228, 232, 281 AND 287
CHURCH AVENUE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR (Community Development Director)
The Town Centre Project Area Committee (PAC) has established a
priority for the acquisition of additional sites in the downtown
area for off-street parking. Four sites have been identified for
potential purchase on Church Avenue. Two of these are contiguous
Minutes - 21 May 13, 1986
vacant land parcels, the other two contain single family
residences. The project Area Committee has requested Council
concurrence in the authorization of appraisals for these
properties at this time. The Town Centre Project Area Committee,
at their meeting of April 17, 1986, requested Council concurrence
for the appraisal of the subject properties.
The appraisal is estimated to cost $3,000. Funds are available
and will be appropriated from the unappropriated reserve of the
Parking Meter fund.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text
was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
26. RESOLUTION 12480 ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WITH DONALD
FRISCHER & ASSOCIATES FOR THE UNDERTAKING
OF A TRAFFIC CIRCULATION STUDY TO
DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF CLOSING 5TH
AVENUE BETWEEN "H" STREET AND "I" STREET
FOR THE SUM OF ~30,500 PLUS OUT-OF-POCKET
EXPENSES (Community Development Director)
Homart Development Company has proposed the renovation and
expansion of the Chula Vista Shopping Center located at Broadway
and "J" Street. Their proposal is predicated upon the closure of
Fifth Avenue so that the two major segments of the center may be
joined. The proposed study will investigate the feasibility of
closing Fifth Avenue and potential mitigation measures which may
be required. This study will be an integral part of the EIR for
renovation of the center.
The City's share of the cost of the proposed study will be
~15,250, plus a maximum of $2,000 for out-of-pocket expenses.
Community Development Block Grant Funds are available for this
project.
The Redevelopment Agency, at their meeting of February 6, 1986,
authorized the payment of one-half of the cost of a traffic study
to investigate the possible closure of a section of Fifth Avenue.
Community Development Director Desrochers explained funding for
this expense is budgeted in Community Development Block Grant
Administration as an eligible expense as well as economic
Development Administration Funds.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved.
Discussion ensued regarding fronting funds for this type of study;
resolution title is deceiving; waste of taxpayers monies; study
would show feasibility o~ infeasibitity of street closure.
The motion to adopt the resolution passed with Councilman Malcolm
Opposed.
Minutes - 22 May 13, 1986
27. RESOLUTION 12481 APPROPRIATING OPEN SPACE DISTRICT NO. 4
FUNDS INTO THE OPERATIONAL BUDGET
(Director of Parks & Recreation)
On August 17, 1982, Council approved a report which established a
reserve fund equal to 50% of the yearly individual Open Space
contract cost. This reserve is intended to pay for the first six
months operating costs of Open Space Districts and to also be used
to pay for any unforeseen open space emergencies.
Recently a slope washout occurred on City open space property
directly behind 395 Camino Elevado, which necessitates the
expenditure of these funds. An appropriation of 41,440 from the
unappropriated balance of the Open Space District NO. 4 Reserve
Fund to Other Contractual Services is necessary.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS, the reading of the
text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved
unanimously.
28. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. City Manager Goss noted the distribution of the 1986-87 budget
schedule. Beginning Thursday, May, 22, with the Budget
Overview.
b. The City of Chula Vista's official population as determined by
the State is 116,325.
29. MAYOR'S REPORT
a. MSUC (Moore/Cox) to appoint Councilwoman McCandliss as the
Council representative on the Escondido-Chula Vista Housing
Finance Agency with Councilman Campbell as the alternate
(replacing former Councilman Scott).
b. MSUC (Cox/Moore) ask for a meeting (joint School Boards/City
Council) to be scheduled on Wednesday, July 2, 1986 (at
Sweetwater Union High School District office at 4:00 p.m.) or
on Wednesday, July 9, 1986.
c. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to designate Councilman Campbell as a
replacement for former Councilman Scott to the Chamber of
Commerce sub-committee (regarding development of
promotional/marketing plans).
30. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilwoman McCandliss requested, as part of the General Plan
update for the eastern area of Chula Vista, school districts
be contacted to include them as part of planned public
facilities.
Minutes 23 - May 13, 1986
MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) this type of contact and coordination be
attempted with the school districts.
ADJOURNMENT AT 11:55 p.m. to Thursday, May 15, 1986 following the
Redevelopment Agency meeting at 4 p.m. and to the regular meeting
of Tuesday, May 20, 1986 at 7 p.m.
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City Clerk 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, May 13, 1986,
and said meeting was adjourned to the time and place specified in
the Order of Adjournment ATTACHED HERETO:
That on Wednesday, May 14, 1986, at the hour of 4 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 May 13, 1986,
was held.
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Adele A. Sarmiento
Deputy City Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
day of ,.~,~
19f_i.
Notary public in and for said 7ounty
,
MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held Tuesday, May 13, 1986
The City Council met in the Council Chamber of the Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7 p.m. with
the following:
Councilmen Present: Campbell, McCandliss, Cox, Malcolm,.Moore
Councilmen Absent: None
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting until Thursday, May 15, 1986
following the Redevelopment Agenc meeting scheduled to begin
at 4 p.m. in the Council ~onference Room, City Hall/
· ~aaa~i~x~~ 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 May 13, 1986