HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1984/07/03 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, July 3, 1984 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Mayor Cox, Councilmembers Scott, Moore,
McCandliss, Malcolm (arrived late)
Counci 1 members absen t: None
Staff present: City Manager Goss, A~ssistant City Attorney
Gill, Assistant City Manager Asmus
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, SILENT PRAYER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Cox followed by a moment of silent
prayer.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES for the meetings of june 18 and 26, 1984
MSC (McCandliss/Moore) to approve the minutes for the meetings of June 18 and
26, 1984. (Councilman Malcolm absent at timis time)
2o SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (See Page 2)
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST REGARDING PEDESIRIAN CROSSING AT "E" STREEl AND BROADWAY
{Mrs. Lyle Conway)
This request is for some protection for the people who cross "E" Street near
time Big Bear Shopping Center. Mrs. Conway stated there were many handicapped
from that heavily populated area taking great chances to cross "timat race
track".
MSC (Moore/Scott) to refer timis item to the Safety Commission. (Councilman
Malcolm absent at this time).
b. RESIGNATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION (Roy R. johnson)
Mr. Johnson submitted his resignation indicating it was for "personal
reasons". He stated he would be happy to continue serving on time Planning
Commission until his replacement is selected.
MSC (Cox/Scott) to accept tile letter with regret and ask staff to prepare a
letter of appreciation to Mr. johnson for his seven years of service.
(Council~n Malcolm absent at timis time).
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Mayor Cox explained that since there are two vacancies on this Commission and
one on the Park and Recreation Commission; therefore, both interviews will be
scheduled at the same time.
3c. REQUEST FOR FUNDS AND USE OF CITY VEHICLE (International Friendship
Commission )
David Ferguson, 1023 Norma Street, Chula Vista, 92011, will be representing
the City of Chula Vista during the torch relay. He is required to remain in
Los Angeles on july 19 and 20 for various briefings and will need a room for a
minimum of two nights. The Commission directed that $250 be requested to
cover Mr. Ferguson's room and any miscellaneous expenses incurred during this
trip.
Mr. Ferguson expressed concern that the $250 may not be sufficient as he was
quoted a room rate of $185 per day. He asked if the funding could be
increased and that a City vehicle be available to him for a period of one
week. He added the additional funding as well as a City car is needed for the
week since he and his wife will be hosting the Japanese student participating
in the Olympic lorch Relay. He submitted an estimate of anticipated expenses
and offered to absorb $100 of the figure himself. City Manager Goss stated a
City vehicle could be made available to Mr. Ferguson for this trip.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to approve the request of David Ferguson.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. Roger Lindsay, Branch Manager of Metropolitan Life, 3rd Avenue and "H"
Street, Chula Vista, stated his company has authorized a $250 donation
per project for youth improvement projects involving youth's between
12-18 years of age. Mr. Lindsay indicated Metropolitan Life will fund
any number of projects.
MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to accept this information and to refer this item to the
City Manager with a report back to Council on how this might be implemented.
Mr. Lindsay explained a second project: the Metropolitan Foundation along with
Exxon Foundation have filmed 37 Shakespeare plays for TV, 15-20 of which are
available. Mr. Lindsay presented this suggestion to the Library Director and
suggested ac §~ es ~are Festival in the Library in the Fall. The Old Globe
Director, G~g ~6~, is willing to support this project in any way and is
willing to bring some repertoire groups here on educational programs during
this festival time. The expenses regarding bringing the films will be donated
to the library and facility by Metropolitan.
MSUC (Scott/McCandliss) to refer to staff for a report back.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS
4. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF PROGRAM DESIGN AND DESCRIPTION
FOR HOUSING URBAN DEVELOPMENT RENTAL
REHABILITATION PROGRAM (Community Development
Director)
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox opened the public
hearing.
Housing Coordinator Gustarson explained the City has been notified that it has
been allocated $61,800 by Housing Urban Development under Section 17 Rental
Rehabilitation Program of the recently enacted Housing and Urban-Rural
Recovery Act 1983. The program is aimed at improving substandard rental units
occupied by low-income households with emphasis on large families. The Act
gives localities much latitude to design their programs with public input. A
proposed program has been designed for public comment and City Council
consideration.
Mr. Gustarson commented the program represents the direction for Housing Urban
Development rather than new construction. This is an opportunity to try out
this new direction without significant increment in staff time. The Community
Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) Committee recommended approval of the
program and Bank of America has expressed an interest in participating as a
lender for the program.
In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' questions, Housing Coordinator Gustarson
explained the split subsidy program which provides property rehabilitation
funds and rental subsidy under the Section 8 program. If a rent increase
results because of debt service under rehabilitation, it may be more than the
occupant would choose or be able to pay. Under those circumstances either a
subsidy would be provided for them (if available), relocation assistance or
rent differential assistance would be given temporarily. Congress put
anti-rent control regulations in the Act prior to its passing. The program
design HUD guidelines utilizes is for neighborhoods where rents would not
increase too rapidly; however, there are no regulations that the units could
not excceed the fair market rents or tenant affordabil ity.
Council discussion ensued regarding pro forma statement requirement after
rehabilitation; HUD evaluation of program performance; difficulty of marketing
assumable vs. non assumable loans; City legally unable to control rents;
Council approval for following year requirement.
There being no further comments either for or against, Mayor Cox declared the
public hearing closed.
a. RESOLUTION 11689 APPROVING RENlAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
AND RELATED DOCUMENTS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL TO
HOUSING URBAN DEVELOPMENT (Community Development
Director)
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RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTI, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
5. PUBLIC HEARING RECONSIDERATION TO REZONE 1.13 ACRES LOCATED AT
309 AND 315 SEA VALE STREEI FROM R-1 TO R-3-P-13
- DAVID P. DAVIES (P1 anning Director)
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox opened the public
hearing.
Planning Director Krempl showed slides noting the topography, site elevation,
land use and adjacent zoning in the area along with the architecture, density
and traffic safety. Mr. Krempl submitted a plat of the area depicting the
people who have signed for and against the rezoning request. The applicant is
proposing to construct 12 unit condominiums in two six-unit structures. He
stated that on May 15, 1984, tile City Council considered an appeal after the
Planning Commission ilad failed to approve a request to fezone 1.13 acres at
309 and 315 Sea Vale Street from R-1 to R-3-P-13. The Council indicated their
disposition to approve the request and referred the matter back to the
Planning Commission for reconsideration and a recommendation on whether tile
property located at 315 Sea Vale Street should be included. lhe Council also
requested the Safety Commission review the matter for traffic considerations
and the Traffic Engineer is prepared to submit this report.
On june 13, 1984, the Planning Commission failed to approve the request with
the inclusion of tile property located at 315 Sea Vale Street. Even though the
Commission vote was short of the necessary four votes to forward a favorable
recommendation to the Council, a majority of those present felt that tile
property at 309 Sea Vale should be included with tile rezoning consideration.
Director Krempl answered City Council's questions pertaining to the "down
zoning" of the property in 1976 and stated staff is still recommending a
denial of tile request.
Mr. Corey L. Breininger, 9535 Mission Gorge Road, Suite G, Santee 92071,
Architect for the project, spoke on the compatability of the proposed project
with the community. Ne asked Council to consider the following in determining
zoning for the property 1( the property is surrounded by multi-family and
commercial developments; 2) R-1 zoning has prevented the owner from
development of the property and R-3 zoning with a "P" modifier would restore
development ri~ts, 3) EIR states no impact would be created by the rezoning
and no impact on traffic and safety would be created by this project; and 4)
project conforms to the City's General Plan. Topography would be disturbed as
little as possible and it will bring fire protection into the neighborhood.
Mr. Lane F. Cole, 273 Coralwood Court, Chula Vista 92010, Registered Civil
Engineer, discussed the vote of the Planning Commission (not all the
Commissioners were present at that time). He stated when State Route 52 is
completed, it will take some of tile through traffic off this street; Sea Vale
Street is a residential collector and can handle 5,000 cars a day but is
currently carrying only 700 cars per day; the property is unique and relates
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to a plateau zoned R-3; Mr. Cole then showed pictures of the property viewed
from various angles noting its relationship to the con~nercial development and
indicating it could serve as a buffer. He read an excerpt from the Real
Estate zoning law regarding when zoning ordinances could be held invalid.
Mrs. Dorothy Davies, 309 Sea Vale, Chula Vista, 92010, owner of the property
stated she has been a resident here for 55 years and wants to help Chula Vista
stay beautiful. As a property owner, she has certain rights over the land
such as the right to a good profit or to develop it. Condominiums are
controlled by Homeowner Associations but private homes are not. She said the
controlled landscaping would provide a "park like "setting. Prior to project
presentation to the Planning Commission, neighbors were invited to see the
renderings at the Engineer's office - no one came. People were approached and
were shown tile project plans and tile majority signed for it; however, some
wished to remain neutral. Petitions were being circulated against it some by
minors. Mrs. Davies stated she hoped the Council will consider this new
information in a favorable light.
Mr. Ray Yoder, 296 Sea Vale Street, Chula Vista 92010, a neighbor living
across tile street from the Davies property stated he concurred with the
testimony of Mrs. Davies. He proposed that an orderly development provides
the need for housing and to allow rezoning is reasonable and would not
discriminate against the Davies - it would enhance the property values in the
nei ghb orhood.
S~eaking in opposition were Robert Bush, 235 Sea Vale Street, Donald E. Stell
2 0 Sea Vale Street, Ron Williams 283 Sea Vale Street and Carol Smith, 275 SeE
Vale Street, Chula Vista 92010. The following reasons were given:
1 ) It would be an intrusion of multi-family development into a single family
n ei ghborhood.
2) Decision should be based on zoning and not the number of units.
3) Traffic problems anticipated.
4) 90 people signed a petition asking to deny the rezoning, only 5 were for
it.
5) R-3 zoning would increase the density of the property. This property is
adjacent to the top of a plateau and joins the back of numerous homes
along Sea Vale - their view would be destroyed.
6) "Domino effect" would be t~fected.
7) 90-95% of homes owner occupied, not a renter neighborhood.
8) 8 new single family homes built in the street within last year.
9) New young families in the neighborhood.
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lO) Davies property could be developed to build 4-5 single-family homes on
this lot.
ll ) Street has a cultural heritage.
12) Most of the homes are built on flat land and surrounded by R-1
properties.
There being no further comments either for or against, Mayor Cox declared the
publ i c hearing closed.
5a. ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING MAP OR MAPS ESTABLISHED BY
SECTION 19.18.010 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL
CODE REZONING 1.13 ACRES LOCATED AT 309 AND 315
SEA VALE STREET FROM R-1 TO R-3-P-12 (Planning
Director)
Council discussion followed regarding whether an R-1 subdivision could work in
this location; possibility of a "p" modifier making it workable; property
isolated from commercial property; working with property owner to maximize
property for R-l; cannot find a special reason to change from R-1 to R-3; Sea
Vale has an R-1 homogeneous neighborhood and this would not be the beginning
of a transition to an R-3 neighborhood.
MSUC {McCandl iss/Scott) to deny the request.
MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) to bring their property back to the City Council for
possiblity of "P" designator; and the hope to work out something acceptable
for the property owner and a staff recommendation regarding waiver of fees.
5b. REPORT CONDITION OF STREET FACILITIES ON SEA VALE STREET
EAST OF THIRD AVENUE EXTENSION (Director of
Public Works/City Engineer)
City Engineer Lippitt submitted a written report stating that during a public
hearing concerning a Tentative Map for a proposed condominium project at 309
Sea Vale Street on May 15, 1984, neighbors of the project site presented
testimony concerning the state of repair of curbs and sidewalks and lack of
1 ighting along Sea Vale Street.
Staff investigation ol= the street conditions indicated they were not aware
that the sidewalk has deteriorated to a degree where repair is necessary for
pedestrian safety and have not received complaints about any unsafe conditions
of the sidewalk nor are they advised of any accidents associated with the
condition of the sidewalk. Staff recommended that no action be taken by the
City at this time with respect to the condition of this curb and sidewalk.
MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to accept the report.
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5c. REPORT TRAFFIC AND SAFETY REGARDING A PROPOSED 12-UNIT
MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED
AT 309 AND 315 SEA VALE STREET {Director of
Public Works/Ci ty Engineer )
At the meeting of May 15, 1984 the City Council referred a proposed 12-unit
residential project to the Traffic Engineering Division and the Safety
Commission for traffic and safety review. The traffic safety considerations
to be reviewed were accident history and intersection geometrics, especially
sigl~t distance l imi tations. The lraffic Engineering Division and Safety
Commission reviewed the proposed development and the traffic characteristics
of Sea Vale Street. The conclusion of both is that the project will not cause
significant negative traffic impacts to Sea Vale Street.
MSUC (McCandl iss/Scott) to accept the report.
Councilman Scott commented that this has been before the Planning Commission
twice and only five members have been at those meetings indicating
Commissioners are not attending all their meetings. He said he would like to
have the reason for their inattendance.
MSUC (Scott/Moore) for a report for the last six months on absences on the
Planning Commission.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (None)
CONSENT CALENDAR ( Items 7-11 )
MSUC (Mal col m/Cox ) to approve the Consent Calendar.
Mayor Cox stated he has a potential conflict of Interest on Items lOa and 10b
and stated he would abstain from voting on these items.
7a. RESOLUTION 11690 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AND CHULA VISTA JAYCEES IN REGARD TO THE EXPENDITURE
OF CITY FUNDS APPROPRIATED {City Manager)
7b. RESOLUTION l1691 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AND GRETCHEN EVANS LIBRARY CONCERTS IN REGARD TO THE
EXPENDITURE OF CITY FUNDS APPROPRIATED
7c. RESOLUTION 11692 APPROVING AGREEMEN1 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AND UNITED NATIONS DAY COMMITTEE IN REGARD TO THE
EXPENDITURE OF CITY FUNDS APPROPRIATED
The City Council approved funding of various Community Promotions
organizations in the 1984-85 budget. Agreements have been prepared for the
following groups in the amounts approved by the City Council:
a. CHula Vista jaycees $4,508
b. Gretchen Evans Library Concerts 1,300
c. U.N. Day Committee 380
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8a. RESOLUTION 11693 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AND SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY SERVICES (OUR HOUSE, INC.)
ICommunity Development Director)
b. RESOLUTION 11694 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AND THE SOUTH COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING FOR SHARED
HOUSING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE ~YOR TO EXECUTE
SAID AGREEMENT
On June 26, 1984, the City Council approved the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) budget for Fiscal Year 1984-85. Included in that approved budget
were funds for the continued operation of South Bay Community Services
(formerly Our House, Inc. ) and of the Shared Housing Program operated by South
County Council on Aging (SCCOA). The current agreements for supporting these
programs expire on June 30, 1984.
9. RESOLUTION 11695 APPROVING AGREEMENTS FOR INTERIM ASSOCIATE TRAFFIC
ENGINEER AND FOR CONTRACT ENGINEER (LAND DEVELOPMENT)
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
In recognition of an increasing work load due to current land development
activities and additional increases anticipated to result from the EastLake
and E1 Rancho del Rey developments, the 1984-85 budget contains funding for
tile two positions in Engineering and Traffic Engineering. The proposal is
that a consultant be hired under a short term (90 days) agreement to do this
work. Upon completion of the examination process, this contract would be
ended and a regular appointment would be made.
With respect to tile Contract Engineer for land development work, funds are
being established to pay for this consultant for a full year. Staff reports a
qualified person is available for this work and it is proposed that the
contract will be effective on july 6, 1984.
lOa. RESOLUTION 11696 AUTHORIZING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF A PUBLIC SERVICE
EASEMENT IN LOTS 324 AND 325 OF HIDDEN VISTA VILLAGE
SUBDIVISION(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
Mayor Cox abstained from voting.
b. RESOLUTION 11697 ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM FINANCIAL SCENE,
INC. IN LOTS 324 AND 325 OF HIDDEN VISTA VILLAGE
SUBDIVISION FOR SEWER AND ACCESS PURPOSES
In conjunction with a proposed condominium project, the developers of Hidden
Vista Village Subdivision granted sewer and access easements within Lots 324
and 325 on Subdivision Map No. lO051. Subsequent to the recordation of the
map tile land was sold to Financial Scene, Inc. The new owners have proposed
to build condominiums with a different layout which was approved by Council on
April 10, 1984. Consequently, the easements must be vacated to accommodate
that new layout. The new easements have been prepared and are ready for
acceptance by tile City.
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The City Engineer recommended Council order the summary vacation of the
existing easements, accepting the new easements, and consider refunding the
unencu~ered balance of the $1,190 fee for processing the summary vacation of
appl i cant.
Mayor Cox abstained from voting.
11. RESOLUTION 11698 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS - 1911 BLOCK ACT
PHASE XVI STREET IMPROVEMENTS (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
On May 30, 1984, T.B. Penick and Sons, Inc. completed the construction of
street improvements for the 1911 Block Act Phase XVI. A final inspection was
made on June 8, 1984 and all work was found to be completed in accordance with
the plans and specifications and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
End of Consent Calendar
CONTINUED NATTERS AND SECOND READING OR ORDINANCES
12. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SCREENINGS
(STONE CHIPS) (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer/Purchasing Agent) - Continued from the
meeting of June 26, 1984
This item was delayed at this time. (See Page lO)
13. REPORT REPORT ON SCOOT BUS PROCUREMENI - Continued from the
meeting of June 26, 1984 (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
On May 9, 1984 the Transit Coordinator opened two sealed bids for nine 30-foot
and two 35-foot buses with wheelchair lifts. Bids were received from the
Gillig Corporation (Ha3~vard, CA) and from Bus Industries of America, Inc.
(Oriskany, NY), The Gillig Corporation produces the Gillig Phantom, and Bus
Industries, Inc. produces the Orion. Bus Industries of America was low bidder
in the amount of $1,420,372, compared with the Gillig bid in the amount of
$1,428,755. This bid amount includes delivery cost but not the 6% State of
Cal i fornia tax. The Transit Coordinator and the Purchasing Agent have
reviewed the Bus Industries' bid and have found the bid meets all requirements
of the specifications.
The City Engineer recommended Council recommend that SCOOT Board accept the
bid and award the contract to Bus Industries of America, Inc. for nine 30-foot
and two 35-foot buses.
This report was continued from the meetings of June 19 and June 26, 1984
pending additional staff reports on alternative bus specifications,
availability of parts and more information regarding the two companies
economic viability.
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MSUC (Scott/McCandl iss) to accept the staff recommendation.
Mr. Michael I. McQuillen, 4190 Bonita Road, Bonita attorney representing Bus
IndUstries of America stated he was present to answer Council questions.
Mr. Don Sheardown, President of Bus Industries of America responded to the
technical questions regarding the crash worthiness of the Orion and would be
doing this testing prior to delivery, If the bus does not meet the testing
requirements, engineering changes would be n~de prior to delivery and
certification would be issued attesting to this information.
Assistant City Attorney Gill, in answer to Councilman Scott's query, stated it
would be not be legal to make crash worthiness a condition of the bid. He
stated this could be accepted as a "promise" to meet certain standards but not
as a bid requirement. Councilman Scott, stated this is not a requirement for
the bid and is not being taken into consideration when giving the bid.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
Councilman Malcolm commented on bids requiring where product is made; parts
availability and additional costs being a part of future bid requirements.
He motioned for a report that in future bids, the City Manager consider "Buy
A~nerica/California" and parts availability. The motion died for lack of a
second.
MSUC (McCandl iss/Malcolm} that crash worthiness be incorporated into the
contract purchase at the time the buses are to be bought.
CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING
12. RESOLUTION 11699 ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SCREENINGS
(STONE CHIPS) (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer/Purchasing Agent) Continued from the
~eting of June 26, 1984
Bids were received on June 8, 1984 for furnishing screenings (stone chips) to
the City for the period July 1 through Dece~t>er 31, 1984. The City Engineer
recommended Council accept the bids and award the contract to Asphalt, Inc.,
low bidder. This item was continued from the meeting of June 26, 1984 pending
staff report.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
14. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a, City Manager Goss requested a Closed Session for personnel and litigation
purposes.
MSUC (Scott/Malcolm} for Closed Session for personnel and litigation
purposes.
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b. City Manager Goss commented on the photo contest and the talented
employees involved and su99ested people look at the photos on display in
the lobby of the Public Services Building.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
15. REPORT AMERICAN DIABETES ~SSOCIATION REQUEST TO CONDUCT
ANNUAL BIKE RIDE AGAINST DIABETES (Director of
Parks and Recreation)
The American Diabetes Association is requestin9 permission to conduct its llth
Annual McDonald's Bike Ride Against Diabetes on Sunday, October 7, 1984. The
sponsor agreed to provide a Certificate of Insurance in the amount of
$1 million showin9 the City as additional insured and to execute a hold
harmless agreement. Staff recommended approval.
MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to accept tile report.
16. REPORT APPEAL BY REGINALD FINCH FOR AN EXCESSIVE WIDTH
DRIVEWAY PERMIT AT 565 MOSS STREET (Director of
Public Works/City Engineer)
The owner of the property at 565 Moss Street applied for an excessive width
driveway permit to install a third driveway approach to his proposed
condominium conversion project at that site. TIme request was denied and in
accordance with Section 12.20.240 (D) and Mr. Finch filed an appeal.
The Director of Public Works/City Engineer submitted findings in support of
his recommendation to deny the applicant's request for an excessive width
driveway permi to
Mr. R. V. Finch, 1051 Ocean Boulevard, Coronado, presented arguments in favor
of the exception to the recommendations by the Engineering Department. He
stated he owns a 23 unit apartment building on Moss Street and would like to
convert it to condominiums. The majority of the property (building) is in
San Diego County and part of the property (used for parking) is in Chula
Vista. With the driveway width requirement, half of the parking spaces would
be lost. Fir. Finch added if Council will not grant the appeal, then he would
like to have a letter from time City to the County stating there is no real
need to put in sidewalks.
MSUC (Malcolm/McCandl iss) to accept staff recommendation.
Counci 1 man Mal col m discussed various problems associa ted with de ferral s.
MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) for a report from staff for appropriateness of
deferrals.
Council discussion ensued regarding the aspects of street parking, fulfilling
County requirements prior to building of the project; adequate site parking on
tile property; discussion of whether the sidewalks are required or a deferral;
exceptions for deferrals; Code reasons allowing deferrals do not include
parking.
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17. REPORT PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENT ACROSS "F" STREET BETWEEN
THIRD AND FOURTH AVENUES (Director of Public
Works)
At the meeting of May 22, 1984, the City Council directed the City Traffic
Engineer to work with the Safety Commission and study pedestrian movements on
"F" Street between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue, recommend the most
appropriate location(s), and review the existing policy on marked versus
un~rked crosswalks.
The Traffic Engineering Division and Safety Commission reviewed the pedestrian
movement characteristics and have evaluated the intersections of "F"
Street/Landis Avenue, "F" Street/Garrett Avenue, and "F" Street/Main Library
driveway using the accepted criteria for installation of painted pedestrian
crosswalks. All of these intersections fell short of warranting a painted
crosswalk.
City Traffic Engineer Glass recommended that marked crosswalks not be
installed at this time. Hewever, if a crosswalk is to be installed, the best
location from a traffic engineering standpoint would be at Garrett Avenue.
Council discussion ensued regarding crosswalk and island locations; installing
advanced pedestrian crossing and appropriate signing; Councilwoman McCandl iss
stated the purpose of a crosswalk is to provide some sel f-control and if an
area can be designated for people to use, they will use it.
MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to install crosswalk at the east side of Garrett Avenue
and "F" Street intersection (with special markings).
Councilman Scott stated the pedestrian traffic on Third Avenue between "F" and
Park Way does not slow down, cars go by about 35 mph and something needs to be
done in that area.
MSUC (Scott/Moore) refer to Safety Commission for a creative suggestion (to
this traffic problem).
18. REPORT REQUEST FOR PARKING STALLS ON WOODLAWN AND
COLORADO AVENUES (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
At the May l, 1984 meeting, the City Council referred an oral request from
Mr. Steve Mol ski to the Traffic Engineering Division for investigation and
recommendation. Mr. Molski requested the installation of painted parking
stalls (parking "T"s) on Woodlawn and Colorado Avenues between "G" and "H"
Streets.
The City Traffic Engineer opposed allowing private maintenance of any pavement
markings within public right-of-way such as proposed in the request because of
the need to maintain uniformity and ensure proper maintenance of street
markings, and primarily due to potential liability problems.
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The recommendation of the City Engineer was to deny the request.
Mr. H. S. Molksi, 443 D Woodlawn Avenue, Chula Vista representing Holiday
Gardens Homeowners' Association submitted a sketch to Council regarding the
parking space configuration. He discussed the problems with occupants having
four and five vehicles per family and requested "parking "T"s be made.
In answer to Councilman Moore's question, Mr. Molski stated the Homeowners'
Association would have to be consulted regarding their willingness to pay for
this. He said his original request was for the City to put in the initial
1 ines and the Homeowners 'Association maintaining them.
Council discussion centered on the problem of setting a precedent for other
apartment units in the City; parking "T"s are not mandatory but would
alleviate a parking problem; size of parking stall requirements 20' vs. 22' to
acccommodate standard vehicles; applicants willingness to pay the $550 initial
fee.
MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to accept the report with a proviso that applicant have
the right to come back to the Council providing they are willing to pay the
fee (for striping).
19. REPORT CITY OF CHULA VISTA FIREWORKS ORDINANCE (City
Attorney )
In response to Council's direction, staff reported that the Chula Vista
Municipal Code adopts the Uniform Fire Code, 1982 edition, which prohibits the
sale or use of fireworks wit)lin tile jurisdictional limits of the City of Chula
Vista.
MSUC (Scott/McCandl iss) to accept the report.
20. ~YOR'S REPORT
a. Playor Cox announced tile First Annual Fireworks Show will be at the "J"
Street Marina at 9:30 p.m., july 4th.
b. APPOIN1MENT OF VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE TO LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES CONFERENCE
The League Conference will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center beginning
September 23 through 26, 1984. The League Director has asked the City to
designate a Voting Delegate and Voting Alternate who will be present at the
business meeting.
At tile concurrence of Council, Mayor Cox was appointed the voting Delegate and
any Councilment}er who will attend the Conference will be Alternate.
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20c. APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO IEMPORE
At the meeting of june 26, 1984 the Council held a discussion regarding
changing the July date for the appointment of the Mayor pro Tempore to a date
certain after the November election. The City Clerk was directed to place
this matter on the July 3 Council agenda.
Mayor Cox submitted the following chart as a resolution to the problem:
COUNCILMEMBER SEAT ~ TERM OF MAYOR PRO IEMPORE NEXT ELECTION
Len Moore 2 July 1, 1983/Aug 1, 1984 November 5, 1985
David Malcolm 4 Aug 1, 1984/Sept 1, 1985 November 1987
Gayle McCandliss 1 Sept l, 1985/Oct l, 1986 November 5 1985
Frank Scott 3 Oct l, 1986/Nov 15, 1987 November 1987
BEGINNING NOVEMBER 15, 1987 (12 month term)
NEXT LAST
SEAT # lERM OF MAYOR PRO TEMPORE ELECTION ELECTION
2 Nov 87 to Nov 88 Nov 1989 (1985)
3 Nov 88 to Nov 89 Nov 1991 (1987)
4 Nov 89 to Nov 90 Nov 1991 (1987)
1 Nov 90 to Nov 91 Nov 1993 (1989)
2 Nov 91 to Nov 92 Nov 1993 (1989)
3 Nov 92 to Nov 93 Nov 1995 (1991)
4 Nov 93 to Nov 94 Nov 1995 (1991)
1 Nov 94 to Nov 95 Nov 1997 (1993)
MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to accept Mayor Cox' report on Mayor pro Tempore.
Council discussion ensued regarding Charter change of not having run-off
elections; incumbent advantage because of the Charter change; suggestion to
refer it to the Charter Review Committee to change the election process.
d. Mayor Cox noted by Council action tile Redevelopmerit Meetin for Thursday,
July 19 at 4 p.m. has been cancelled. (~ ~r <~u2~).
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to cancel the scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting of
July 19 at 4 p.m.
e. Mayor Cox noted that August lO is the deadline for submitting resolutions
to the League of California Cities office for a voting delegate to the
annual Conference.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to have staff come back with any recommended resolutions the
City should be offering at the Conference.
City Council Meeting - lB - July 3, 1984
21. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilwoman McCandliss asked for staff input on police guidance and
accommodations for fireworks for the 4th of July display.
Park Superintendent Foncerrada explained 15-20 reserves will be working
throughout the area. Dirt ramps have been providced indicating parking stall
designation. Reserve officers will be at all intersections directing
traffic. Harbor Police assisted in setting out the buoys and will be
patroling in the bay.
b. Councilwoman McCandliss asked when the report on tree trimming will be
coming back to the Council. City Manager Goss stated there will be a
Council Conference on this subject July 26.
c. Councilman Moore discussed the letter from the Coast Guard regarding the
two crafts in South San Diego Bay described as a "land structure". He
made a motion requesting contact be made with the Port Authority
regarding licensing, inspection and enforcement of the "Excalibur" and
"Neptune Pal ace".
Assistant City Attorney Gill explained his office is working with the Port
Authority and Police regarding this matter.
Councilman Moore withdrew his motion and stated he would like to see the
potential liability of the City decreased.
Councilwoman McCandliss suggested Council tour the facility and see if it is a
"l and structure".
d. Councilman Moore discussed the City Council/City Manager retreat and
recommended Rohr Manor as a location and requested scheduling this within
the next 60 days.
City Manager Goss explained he is working on an overall agenda for that
re trea t.
Mayor Cox suggested a Saturday meeting and stated he would have the Council
secretary poll the Councilmembers for a suitable date.
e. In answer to Councilman Malcolm's request, Assistant City Manager Asmus
stated the Street Sweeping item will be coming back to the Council
possibly next Tuesday, July lO.
f. Councilman Malcolm commented there is a meeting at 5 p.m. Thursday,
july 5, at Assemblyman Peace's office regarding the toxic waste dump
facility at Ream Field°
Councilman Moore was concerned with toxic waste being improperly housed.
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21g. Councilman Scott mentioned the color schemes of buses need to be
attractive and noticable. He suggested the wording "Chula Vista Transit
System" sllould be on the front and the back on the buses.
h. Councilman Scott wished Mayor Cox a Happy Birthday and all Counciln~mbers
sang "Happy Birthday"to tile Mayor.
ADJOUR~ENT AT 10:08 p.m. to Closed Session. The City Clerk was excused and
the City Manager reported the session ended at ll :00 p.m.
The Closed Session adjourned at ll:O0 p.m. to tile regularly scheduled Council
meeting on July lO, 1984 at 7 p.m.
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