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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1985/11/12 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Tuesday, November 12, 1985 Council Chamber 7:00 p.m. Public Services Building ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Scott, Malcolm, Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilwoman McCandliss 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 November 5, 1985. MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to approve the minutes. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES TO CITY - George Gillow, San Diego Cruise Ship Consortium Mr. George Gillow presented plaques to the Mayor and City Council in recognition of the cruise lines (STARDANCER and HOLLAND AMERICAN LINES) recently located in San Diego. Mayor Cox and Councilman Malcolm acknowledged Mr. Gillow's contribution and efforts in getting cruise ship lines into San Diego. 3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY Darren and Cella Morgan, 7183 Cottington Lane, San Diego 92139 A claim was filed against the City by Darren and Cella Morgan for $600,000 claiming injuries suffered as a result of an automobile accident on the South Bay Freeway. MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to reject the claim. Minutes 2 - November 12, 1985 b. REQUEST TO ADOPT RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO "DEEP POCKET DOCTRINE" - Taxpayers for Fair Responsibility, 111 Anza Boulevard, Suite 406, Burlingame, CA 94010 Mr. Richard Woodward, Campaign Manager for "Taxpayers for Fair Responsibility" urged adoption of a resolution pertaining to the "deep pockets" law. City Manager Goss recommended the proposed resolution be placed in proper form and scheduled for consideration at the next Council meeting. MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to approve the staff recommendation. Mayor Cox noted the Chamber of Commerce is circulating a petition regarding this resolution in order to qualify for a ballot measure in June 1986. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES 4. PUBLIC HEARING APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION ON CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-86-5; REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 75-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF FLOWER STREET AND JEFFERSON AVENUE - BERT EPSTEN (Director of Planning) (Continued from November 5, 1985) RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND THUS APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-86-5 WHICH WILL ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 75-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox reopened the public hearing. Director of Planning Krempl submitted transparencies noting the location of the property and explaining that on September 25, 1985 the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit PCC-86-5 for the construction of a 75-unit apartment project on this location - a thoroughfare commercial zone. The City Council was apprised of this action and has called the application up on appeal. The Planning Commission, on September 25, 1985, adopted the Negative Declaration issued on IS-85-41 and conditionally approved the project. Minutes - 3 - November 12, 1985 Mr. Ronald K. Davis, 2445 Juan Street, San Diego 92110, representing the developer, stated he and Mr. Epsten listened to the tape of the last meeting and wished to clarify some points: 1. The project is for rental units; 2. The original project was a three-story 93-unit complex which was later reduced to two stories, 75-units; 3. Parking requirement has been met including an additional 24 spaces; 4. Heavy traffic will not be generated from this project (600 trips minimum). Mr. Davis urged the Council's support of this project. Mr. Tim Kerrigan, P.O. Box 2, San Diego 92138, representing Coldwell Banker, discussed a marketing study provided for the project, reassuring the feasibility of the R-3 development. There being no further comments either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. Mayor Cox questioned the depth of commercial properties in this vicinity and along Broadway. Councilman Malcolm noted the density on the property will have 30 units per acre which he felt was extremely high. He discussed slowing down multi-family development in the City. Council discussion involved the close proximity of multi-family development to commercial; having balanced housing in the City; transition of older, single-family developments into multi-family housing; there are plans for 1800 new units to be built in the City; suggestion to down-zone single-family areas in order to protect them and; sources of revenue to City from commercial developments as opposed to single-family structures. Councilman Scott suggested continuing this item for a full Council to be present. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to continue (and reopen) the public hearing to December 3, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None Minutes - 4 - November 12, 1985 CONSENT CALENDAR (6 - 14) (Items 8, 10, 12, 13, and 14 pulled.) Councilman Scott abstained from voting on item #8 due to a conflict of interest. MSC (Malcolm/Moore) to approve the Consent Calendar (Councilman Scott abstained on Item #8). 6. RESOLUTION 12240 COMMENDING NORMAN G. WILLIAMS FOR HIS EXCELLENT SERVICE ON THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE This resolution was omitted from the list of Commissioners submitted to Council at the meeting of November 5, 1985. Mr. Williams will be presented a resolution at the November 14 Boards/Commissions Banquet. 7. RESOLUTION 12241 REJECTING BIDS FOR "CONSTRUCTION OF PARK AND PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS AT HARBORSIDE SCHOOL, 681 NAPLES STREET, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA (Director of Public Works/City Engineer/Director of Parks & Recreation) On September 30, 1985, sealed bids were received for "Construction of Park and Playground Improvements at Harborside School, 681 Naples Street, Chula Vista, California." The project was included in the 1981-82 budget. The work included demolition, salvage and grading, construction of a lunch arbor, irrigation and planting, A.C. paving, concrete flat work, and other miscellaneous construction. The low bid was above the Engineer's estimate of ~145,638.25 by $92,134.75, or 63%. The bid also exceeded available budgeted funds of ~118,402.09 by $119,370.91. The recommendation was that the Council direct staff to reevaluate the scope of the project with the School District and community groups to develop a revised project. 8. RESOLUTION AMENDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CHULA VISTA SANITARY SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) Minutes - 5 - November 12, 1985 9. REPORT 1985 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY (DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION) a. RESOLUTION 12242 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND UNION ICE COMPANY TO PROVIDE SNOW AND HOLDING UNION ICE COMPANY HARMLESS b. RESOLUTION 12243 AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE CONTINGENCY FUND TO COVER EXPENSES OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY The City's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held in Memorial Bowl at 7:00 p.m., On Thursday, December 12, 1985. $3,150 from the Contingency Fund will be required to pay the cost of the snow ($1,950) and the additional liability insurance policy ($1,200). 10. ORDINANCE AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 10.56.280, 10.56.290, AND 10.56.300 RELATING TO PERMIT PARKING - FIRST READING (Director of Finance) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) 11. ORDINANCE 2130 APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE EL RANCHO DEL REY SPECIFIC PLAN CASE NO. GPA-83-7 (JUNE 11, 1985, REVISED SEPTEMBER 6, 1985) WITH CONDITIONS - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION (Director of Planning) This Ordinance was placed on First Reading at the November 5, 1985 Council meeting. Amendments to the E1 Rancho del Rey Specific Plan were requested by The Gersten Company. The ten "out-parcels" not under Gersten ownership were included in this proposal for continuity, but at Council's direction, a separate hearing regarding the out-parcels will be held soon after a final decision is rendered on the Gersten property. 12. REPORT REGARDING REQUEST FOR EMERGENCY ORDINANCE PROHIBITING LOT SPLITS ON MINOT AVENUE AND FOR REFUND OF $300 PAID BY RESIDENTS TO PROTEST TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 85-10 (Director of Planning) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) 13. REPORT ON INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS ON GOTHAM STREET (DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) Minutes - 6 - November 12, 1985 14. REPORT ANTI-SPECULATION RESTRICTIONS ON FOR SALE LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING UNITS (Community Development Director) (Pulled from Consent Calendar.) END OF CONSENT CALENDAR 8. RESOLUTION 12244 AMENDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CHULA VISTA SANITARY SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) On September 3, 1985, the City Council approved a one-year extension of the street sweeping contract between the City of Chula Vista and Chula Vista Sanitary Services, Inc. to provide street sweeping services within the City of Chula Vista. During the first year of the contract, Chula Vista Sanitary Services suggested a number of changes in the frequencies with which streets are swept. Staff has not completed its assessment of the need for such a change; however, staff intended to review suggested changes in frequencies and return with a recommendation to the City Council. The annual (twelve month) cost for increasing the level of street sweeping service would amount to $6500. The cost for increasing the level of service for the remaining seven months of the fiscal year would amount to $3800. It was recommended that the City Council appropriate 43800 from the unappropriated Gas Tax Fund Base to account 100-1740-5298. In answer to City Council's query, City Attorney Harron noted these funds could be taken from the contingency fund; therefore, a 4/5's vote would not be required to adopt the resolution. Mayor Cox questioned whether staff considered the sweeping contract to extend to concrete alleys in the City. In response, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt stated this could be added to the contract at little cost. Mayor Cox also questioned if CalTrans had been contacted regarding the possibility of having the City's contract operator, Chula Vista Sanitary Service, do sweeping on freeway on and off ramps in order to maintain a higher level of service and have CalTrans pick up the cost. In response, Director Lippitt stated Mr. Bud Chase of Chula Vista Sanitary Service had been contacted however CalTrans has not. Minutes 7 November 12, 1985 MS (Cox/Moore) amend the resolution to include all concrete alleys in the residential area will be swept once every two weeks commensurate with the contract. Councilman Moore commented on the number of extra miles this would entail and mentioned the number of cars parked along the street hampering sweeping. Mayor Cox suggested placing a news item in the Chula Vista Quarterly pertaining to this matter. The motion to amend the resolution passed by the following vote: AYES: Cox, Moore, Malcolm NOES: None ABSTAIN: Scott ABSENT: McCandliss MSC (Cox/Malcolm) to ask staff to report on CalTrans' reaction to allow, or pay for our contract operator to provide a higher level of street sweeping on freeway on and off ramps. (Councilman Scott abstained.) RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved. 10. ORDINANCE 2131 AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 10.56.280, 10.56.290, AND 10.56.300 RELATING TO PERMIT PARKING - FIRST READING (Director of Finance) On July 16, 1985, the City Council referred to staff the request made by the South Bay Ambulatory Surgery Center to have seven parking spaces in Public Parking Lot #2 on Landis Street designated exclusively for their use. Staff was directed to develop a permit process and recommend an appropriate fee. On September 24, 1985 staff recommended establishing a permit parking fee based on full utilization. Council requested additional information regarding calculation of a permit fee based on return on investment. This report shows what the fee would be based on these two methods of calculation. Dr. Charles Umansky, 251 Landis Avenue, Chula Vista 92010, representing the South Bay Ambulatory Surgery Center discussed his concerns with the staff recommendation and stated South Bay Ambulatory Surgery Center has and is still willing to purchase the property for their own parking use. He added when they built the surgery center they were assured by staff they would have adequate parking facilities and the building was constructed with that in mind. Minutes 8 November 12, 1985 Community Development Director Desrochers commented that joint parking providing an in lieu fee is preferred rather than providing all parking on one site. MS (Malcolm/Cox) to place the Ordinance on First Reading. MS (Malcolm/Cox) to amend the ordinance to change the fee from $54 per month to ~36 per month. The motion failed by the following vote: AYES: Malcolm, Cox NOES: Scott, Moore ABSENT: McCandliss In answer to Council's question, Director of Finance Christopher explained the intent of the ordinance was to set aside 10% of off-street parking in the downtown area for permit parking. MS (Malcolm/Moore) to amend the ordinance by deleting 10% permit parking requirement (consider them on a case-by-case basis). The motion to place the Ordinance on First Reading specifying the ~54 per month fee for permit parking passed unanimously as amended. 12. REPORT REGARDING REQUEST FOR EMERGENCY ORDINANCE PROHIBITING LOT SPLITS ON MINOT AVENUE AND FOR REFUND OF ~300 PAID BY RESIDENTS TO PROTEST TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 85-10 (Director of Planning) On October 15, 1985 Council received a letter and petition concerning the disposition of properties on Minot Avenue. The residents requested a moratorium on parcel maps in the area until a zoning study is completed and a refund of filing fees ($300) they had paid for a recent parcel map appeal to the Planning Commission4 The recommendation was to initiate a zoning study and file the request for a moratorium or refund of appeal fee. Mayor Cox noted that he and Councilman Scott had conflicts of interest on this item. Councilman Scott indicated Mr. Legler, representing residents on Minor Avenue, was his former attorney. MSC (Malcolm/Moore) to continue this item to November 19, 1985. (Mayor Cox and Councilman Scott abstained.) Minutes - 9 November 12, 1985 13. REPORT ON INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS ON GOTHAM STREET (DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER) At the City Council meeting of November 5, 1985, a request for three-way stops at Gotham Street at Wayne, Vassar and Cornell Streets was considered. This matter was continued for one week so staff could determine which one of the three intersections would be the best choice to install three-way stops if stop signs were approved. The recommendation was that Council consider three-way stops at Wayne Street. Councilman Malcolm questioned whether notification was given to all residents in this area. He suggested scheduling a meeting which would apprise all people living in the area of the recommendation for installation of the stop signs. Traffic Engineer Glass commented that the Safety Commission, on November 7, 1985, considered this request and unanimously approved the installation of s~ops signs at the three locations requested by the residents. MS (Malcolm/Moore) continue this item to a later date after proper notification of those people along Gotham, Cornell, and Rutgers and those residents around the corners of the various streets affected (Wayne and Tulane). Speaking in support of installation of the stop signs were: Mr. Tom Davis, 1657 Gotham Street, Chula Vista 92010; Mr. Edward R. Bancroft, 1976 Gotham Street; Dr. Robert Sanet, 1644 Gotham Street; Mrs. Kathy Hibbard, 1651 Gotham Street. They stated this item has been considered for over 6 months and notification was sent to all residents of all meetings pertaining to the subject; noted their concerns with the speed limit, which is 25 mph on Gotham Street however motorists travel at least 45 mph; questioned whether a fatality needed to occur before stop signs would be installed; noted schools in the area and the number of additional children into the area as a result of Navy housing. Councilman Malcolm withdrew his motion and Councilman Moore concurred with the second. MS (Scott/Moore) install 3-way stop signs on Wayne, Vassar, and Cornell Street. Discussion followed with Councilmembers noting the advantages and disadvantages of setting the stop signs at the various requested locations; recognizing the stop signs are really to reduce traffic and not the primary purpose for which they are intended; the inclusion of a stop sign at Rutgers Avenue. Minutes 10 - November 12, 1985 The motion to install stop signs at the four locations (including Rutgers) carried unanimously. MSUC (Cox/Scott) ask staff to come back with a report on the stop signs 6 months after Rutgers goes through to East "H" Street for an evaluation. 14. REPORT ANTI-SPECULATION RESTRICTIONS ON FOR SALE LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING UNITS (Community Development Director) The City Council requested staff examine the issue of applying resale controls to affordable housing. Staff has completed the research on cities in the state with established resale controls. The San Diego County Housing Authority was contacted to determine their interest in assisting the City with a resale control program. Approximately $2.3 million is available in the low/moderate housing fund to finance the program. Community Development Director Desrochers explained this item is in response to Council's request regarding the density bonus and low and moderate income housing for for-sale units. Information was gathered from several cities in the State as outlined in the report. The HOI Project would be a good example of the type of project to institute resale controls. For the immediate future, the Palm Springs program would be adequate for now. Councilman Malcolm referred to the City's investment made for low and moderate income housing stating care should be taken to avoid having the units sold to one individual to sell later at a profit. MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) to have something come back for the City of Chula Vista on the HOI Project (some type of resale control). ORDINANCES AND OTHER RELATED RESOLUTIONS 15. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 2132 AMENDING CHAPTER 19.62.050 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR MULTIPLE-FAMILY UNITS - FIRST READING AND ADOPTION (Director Of Planning) On November 5, 1985, the City Council requested staff to prepare an emergency ordinance increasing the parking requirements for multiple dwellings from 1 to 1-1/2 per unit for studio and one-bedroom apartments and from 1-1/2 to 2 per unit for two-bedroom apartments. The interim ordinance would effectuate a change until the study is completed. Minutes 11 - November 12, 1985 City Attorney Harron recommended the Ordinance be placed on its first reading but as a normal ordinance reading as opposed to an emergency item. Councilman Malcolm explained his concern regarding parking requirements for 1 and 2-bedroom units including the additional requirement for guest parking. He suggested this loophole should be closed. Director of Planning Krempl submitted transparencies noting how Chula Vista compares with other cities in the State as well as the County of San Diego. He recommended implementation of the 1-1/2 spaces for 1 and 2-bedroom units and exclude the requirement for guest parking. City Attorney Harron stated that the emergency ordinance could be adopted tonight with amendments. He recommended that the language in the ordinance pertaining to guest parking be deleted. MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) to delete the following paragraph from the proposed emergency ordinance: "*In addition to the above requirements, one half space per unit for guest parking shall be provided for the first twenty and one-quarter space per unit for any units in excess of twenty. Half of the required guest parking spaces may include parallel curb parking spaces on dedicated public streets. Only curb parking contiguous to the site shall be utilized to provide the required number of guest parking spaces." MSUC (Scott/Moore) to place this ordinance on First Reading and Adoption, as amended. Director Krempl explained that eight applications representing 87 dwelling units are currently on file in the Planning Department and could be considered by the Design Review Committee by the end of this year. Staff's suggestion is not to have an urgency ordinance in order to allow pending projects to be processed through the Design Review Committee. Mrs. Danielle Madsen, 270 Madrona, Chula Vista 92010, stated she and her husband have submitted preliminary development plans and feel the change in the parking requirement would be unfair as it would place restrictions reducing their number of units proposed. City Attorney Harron noted Council's action tonight would be for the adoption of a permanent ordinance. Basically~ new language would be similar to the State's grandfather clause. MSUC (Scott/Malcolm) to approve the change to the Ordinance proposed by the City Attorney: "Only those parking standards effective within the City of Chula Vista at the time an application for development permit is submitted shall apply." The ordinance, as amended, carried unanimously. Minutes 12 - November 12, 1985 16a. RESOLUTION 12245 CERTIFYING EIR-85-3 FOR EASTLAKE I/OTAY WATER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS (DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER) b. RESOLUTION 12246 MAKING FINDINGS ON PETITION: FORMAL ACTION OF CITY COUNCIL ACCEPTING PETITION FOR PROCEEDINGS FOR A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND MAKING PRELIMINARY STATUTORY FINDINGS c. RESOLUTION 12247 MAKING APPOINTMENTS AND APPROVING AGREEMENTS IN A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT: MAKES PRELIMINARY APPOINTMENTS OF SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS, ETC., AND APPROVES CONSULTING CONTRACTS WITH BOND COUNSEL, F. MACKENZIE BROWN, INC.; ASSESSMENT ENGINEER, WILLDAN ASSOCIATES; FINANCIAL CONSULTANT, KADIE-JENSEN & JOHNSON; AND DESIGN ENGINEER, LOWRY & ASSOCIATES d. RESOLUTION 12248 ADOPTING PROPOSED BOUNDARY MAP: FORMAL ACTION APPROVING BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 85-2 e. RESOLUTION 12249 REFERENCING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE AND DIRECTING CALL FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS: FORMAL ACTION AUTHORIZING BIDDING ON THE ~ORKS OF IMPROVEMENT TO BE AWARDED DECEMBER 17, 1985, WITH COSTS TO BE GUARANTEED AND ADVANCED BY PROPERTY OWNER, EASTLAKE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY On February 26, 1985, Council adopted the EastLake I SPA and approved a Development Agreement and Public Facilities Financing Plan for the development. The use of special assessment financing under the "Municipal Improvement Act of 1913" and "Improvement Bond Act of 1915" for the construction of the water, sewer and street improvements in the EastLake Phase I is consistent with the financing Plan and implementation program. The EastLake Development Company will be advancing all funds necessary for the initial costs and expenses of the consultants and construction bidding; thus, there is no fiscal impact on the City. Director Lippitt stated the City will be constructing a water tank and pump station with a contract time of eight months. The developer is proposing to begin work in December. Minutes 13 - November 12, 1985 RESOLUTIONS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the reading of the texts was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. Mr. Bob Santos, representing EastLake Development Company, remarked that the public report required for home sales will specifically provide for certain projections and the deed that the home buyer will assume. 17. RESOLUTION 12250 AUTHORIZING THE DEMOLITION OF THE PALOMAR PARK RESTROOM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (Director of Parks & Recreation) The Palomar Park restroom has been closed since 1978 due to vandalism and neighborhood complaints of excessive noise. The present condition and unsightliness of the restroom facility require that action be taken to either demolish or refurbish this structure. If demolition is approved, $6,000 will need to be transferred to Account 100-1520-5262 from unappropriated General Funds. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 18. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER a. City Manager Goss reported that several cities are taking formal action in support of the City's sphere of influence request for a resolution to LAFCO. b. The City Manager noted with the recent annexation of Montgomery to Chula Vista, Chula Vista is the second fastest growing city in the State of California. c. The first meeting of the Montgomery Planning Committee will be held on Thursday, November 21, at 7:00 p.m. at Lauderbach Community Center. d. City Manager Goss noted the County Board of Supervisors will certify the results of the Montgomery Annexation on December 4 or Sooner. e. It is anticipated the Montgomery budget will be provided to the Council at their meeting on November 26. As this item will require 4/5's vote, this presentation could be rescheduledo Minutes 14 - November 12, 1985 19. MAYOR'S REPORT a. SELECTION OF MEMBERS TO POLICY COMMITTEES - League of California Cities Mayor Cox requested volunteers to serve on the committees. b. The Sweetwater Regional Park study is almost complete. The Mayor suggested this study be reviewed at a future Council Conference. MSUC (Cox/Moore) have a Council Conference on December 12, (at 4:80 p.m.) to look at the Sweetwater Regional Park study and any additional items that we can work into that Council Conference in a reasonable timeframe. c. Mayor Cox requested suggestions on how to reconstitute the Charter Review Committee. MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to have the Mayor bring back a recommended list. d. The Mayor noted that with the addition of the Montgomery Area, effective by December 31, 1985, entry signs on I-5 are lacking. He suggested modifying the existing entry signs at this location. e. Mayor Cox discussed the historical homes on Second Avenue, referring to a house moved to a site across from the Fredericka Manor which has been designated as a Designer Showcase home for 1986. MSUC (Cox/Malcolm) to ask staff to come back with a report on whether there is some legitimacy to consider providing either low interest loans or deferred loans for historical sites preservation. 20. COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilman Scott suggested that a topic for the reconstituted Charter Review Committee would be moving Council elections to June. b. Councilman Malcolm discussed having a Council Conference to discuss signalization on Bonita/Allen School Road. c. Councilman Moore showed a rendering of the medallion proposed for the City's 75th Anniversary stating it will be available in February 1986. Minutes - 15 - November 12, 1985 d. Councilman Moore requested a report on putting chip seal or other absorbent material on Agua Tibia Avenue, south side of "L" Street. MSUC (Scott/Moore) to have staff come back with a report. e. Councilman Moore referred to a written communication previously sent to the Council pertaining to completing the construction of the wall off Center Street. He suggested the staff report back on completing this wall, including the cost for construction. f. Councilman Moore announced the kickoff reception for the City's 75th Anniversary will be held in February 1986 on the waterfront. g. Councilman Moore stated the Rotary Club has offered to build a frame for the bell loaned to the City by the Navy (presently located in the Council Conference Room). MSUC (Scott/Moore) to approve this request in concept including a staff report on alternative sites that would be appropriate for the bell. ho Councilman Moore commented that several cities have not responded to Chula Vista's resolution supporting its sphere of influence (10-year plan). MSUC (Moore/Cox) authorize the City Manager to make appropriate contacts to those who have not responded (to the sphere of influence) in the next week to ten days. i. Councilman Moore informed Council that approximately 75 individuals are involved in the 75th Anniversary project. Currently, the historical book is being assembled for this event. j. Councilman Scott requested the historical house at 89 Country Club Lane should be looked at to determine if it is an historical site. MSUC (cox/Scott) refer to the Historical Sites Committee. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:10 p.m. to the regular meeting of Tuesday, November 19, 1985 at 7:00 p.m.