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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRCC MIN 1994/07/25MINiJTFS OF A SCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING Resource Conservation Commission Chula Vista, California 6:30 p.m. Conference Room /t5 Monday, June 20, 1994 Public Services Building CALL MEETING TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: Meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Chairman Kracha. City Staff Environmental Review Coordinator Doug Reid called roll. Present: Commissioners Hall, ICracha, Johnson, Burrascano. Absent: Ghougassian, Myers, Guerreiro. It was MSUC (HalUICracha) to excuse Commissioner Ghougassian from the meetings of April 25 and June 20 due to his election campaign; motion carried 4-0. Myers was previously excused. The absence of Guerreiro was unknown; vote to excuse at next meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was MSUC (Hall/Burrascano) to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 11, 1994; motion carried 4-0. The minutes of February 7, Mazch 21, and April 25 still could not be approved due to lack of quorum from those meetings. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Teresa Aland, 1433 Nacion Avenue, Chula Vista, representative of Indwellers, communicated her intent to draft a proposal for the commission's consideration. The grant requirements from the Department of Conservation were read. The boazd encouraged her to also send a copy of her market development proposal to the Ciry Council. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Jay C. Benet, azchitect representing the owner at 644 2nd Avenue, summarized the redesign and modifications of the designated historical site q44 to upgrade to current standazds. Kracha suggested the residents may lose their classification permit if excessive changes are made on the outside of the structure. He stated the modified flat roof is not acceptable as Victorian and that the outside of the structure is not according to restoration guidelines. Kracha requested staff check the file's permit control limitations on the permit. It was MSUC (Johnson/Kracha) to approve the current structure to accommodate the large water heater, but files an objection to modify the west end (closet and roof) additions; motion carried 4-0. They further recommended the owner resubmit an application for historical direction or reclassify to a no-permit limitation. 2. Teresa Aland read the Indweller report. Gretchen Brewer from Urban Ore, Inc. was scheduled to appeaz at previously canceled meetings to present alternative source recovery plants. Michael Meacham explained the City is currently in negotiations about these facilities and is waiting for an REP. Resource Conservation Commission Page 2 3. Since the commission did not meet last month, Michael Meacham reported that he has applied for the Used Oil Grant; the first grant for $270,000 was approved. The regional Block Grant of $101,550 will cover Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and Nafional City. A grant was also approved for a school program to focus on recycling. 4. Review of Negative Declaration IS-94-18, Bonita Long Canyon Streambed-After a brief review of the project, it was MSUC (Burrascano/Johnson) to accept the negative declaration; motion carried 4-0. [Johnson left the meeting at 8 p.m.] STAFF REPORT: Doug Reid reported Staff had a meeting regazding the new Brown Act laws. The agenda must list items in some detail; minutes or notes should be taken of any commission action, even with less than a quorum present; care should be taken to discuss city issues in social setting, etc. A memo by the city attorney describes these new laws in detail. Additionally, Chairman's and Commissioner's comments must now be listed on agenda and members were advised to phone them in to Doug by the Tuesday before the next meeting. Discussion of the RCC budget was continued historical sign line item. Kracha commented signs. Prior to annexation, Montgomery had Council has since denied approval. to a later date due to the Council's rejection of that staff had over three years to fund historical also approved $8000 for historical designations. CHAIltMAN'S COMMENTS: Kracha requested agenda item for discussion: Investigate process for developing an amendment to the Muni Code to remove the RCC's responsibility to historical sites as they're not supported by Ciro Council. Invite John Rojas from iiistoacal Society for discussion. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS: The mayor stated that if any members want anything publicized to sent~to media for publication; however, be cautioned of any possible legal repercussions. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned by Chairman Kracha at 8:15 p. m. Respectfully submitted, EXPRESS SECRETARIAL SERVICES MINUTES OF A SCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING Resource Conservation Commission Chula Vista, California 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 11, 1994 Council Chambers Public Services Building CALL MEETING TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: Meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Chairman Kracha. City Staff Environmental Review Coordinator Doug Reid called roll. Present: Commissioners Hall, Kracha, Burrascano, Ghougassian, Myers, Guerreiro. It was MSUC (Hall/Burrascano) to excuse Commissioner Guerreiro from the meeting of June 20 due to work conflict. The absence of Johnson, was unknown; will vote to excuse at next meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was MSUC (Hall/Burrascano) to approve the minutes of the meeting of February 7, 1994; 6-0. It was MSUC (Hall/Burrascano) to approve the minutes of the meeting of March 21, 1994; 6-0. It was MSUC (Hall/Burrascano) to approve the minutes of the meeting of Apri125, 1994; 6-0. The minutes of June 20, 1994 could not be approved due to lack of quorum from that meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Proposed Lower Sweetwater General Plan Amendment and Issue Paper: Duane Bazzel presented a detailed report of the five Land Use alternatives and zoning. [Ghougassian asked to be excused and left the meeting at 7:12 p.m. during the discussion period. He cited possible conflict of interest as he lives in the study azea]. General questions were raised on the existing easements, park and open space, and traffic access to the various proposed parcels. Mr. Bazzel noted the KOA is a long-term resident of the current parcel B. Guerreiro requested the City consider another option: should the KOA ever vacate the property, the City have first priority to the land, that the parcel B be redesignated as open space, and that the rest of the parcels be left designated as open space. Re: Alternative #2-Burrascano asked if funds were available for the purchase of open space land. Mr. Bazzel stated none were available at this time, but more open space is targeted for the sensitive habitat area. Re: Alternative #3 and #4-Kracha commented on the limited access on 2nd Avenue. He also noted that open park space west of I-805 is always made available at the north end of Chula Vista rather than the south. He also questioned whether the Veteran's Home was still pursuing a site in the study azea. Mr. Bazzel said the Veteran's Home is currently pursuing a site neaz Sharp's Hospital off Telegraph Canyon. A study of necessary berm sound walls has not yet been done for this project. Resource Conservation Commission Page 2 Re: Alternative #5-Hall asked why pazcels C & D (Senior Care Facility and Recreation Center) were added next to each other. Greg Cox, 3130 Bonita Road, spoke as a repre- sentative of the proposed Chula Vista Family Recreation and Family Fun Center. He stated that Mr. McElliott, representative for the Senior Caze Facility, was unavailable this evening but could probably address the issues of concern and how it effects the facility. Guerreiro suggested a possible Alternative 4A be created to look at the Senior Care Facility and the Veteran's Home together, redesignate the KOA campground to pazk land, and the rest be considered open space. Mr. Bazzel clarified for Myers that Pazcel E was not the only one up for sale and that none of these alternatives would effect overcrowding of schools. Mr. Bazzel summarized that the current timetable on this issue is short. It would go first to the Planning Group on July 13; then to the Veteran's Administration Housing, the Housing Department, and Park and Recreation the following week; then City Council the next week. On a final note, Kracha requested the unzoned areas be zoned. A recommendation had gone to council a yeaz ago but no action has yet been taken. Staff noted it was not recommending anything yet but will wait for council to give them a direction. 2. Presentation by Urban Ore, Inc.-Gretchen Brewer, 7648-1/2 La Jolla Blvd. , La Jolla, CA 92037, presented the proposed Solid Waste Planning Process for the City of Chula Vista. This facility would set up a transfer station in the city and transport to the land fill azea. She explained the Berkeley Land Use site and how the sorting and processing works. Myers asked if they were receiving the City Council's support. Ms. Brewer stated Mayor Nader has toured and was impressed by the facility. He is in favor of the project but has not been supported by the rest of the council. The city has slowed down its efforts to see what the county does and v; ill respond afterwazds. It was noted that Urbaz. Gre has donated their time to meet with Chula Vista. Teresa Aland, Indwellers, pointed out that the City has expended no money to date but has amassed nearly $30,000 through the consultant. A motion was made (Myers/Guerreiro) that RCC recommend to the council to give this project of the serial MRF more attention; 5-0, motion carried. A subsequent motion was made (Guerreiro/Myers) that the Commission endorse the proposal by Urban Ore; 3-2, (no: Kracha, Burrascano); motion failed. Ms. Brewer suggested the city look into other alternatives to broaden their understanding of the project. The next step would be to develop an economic analysis which would support the Chula Vista feasibility study. Mr. Kracha directed her to put the proposal and suggestions in writing to the city. Resource Conservation Commission Page 3 3. Review of Negative Declaration IS-94-26, Certified Fazmers Mazket: Mazy Coburn, Executive Director for the Downtown Business Association, was present to answer specific questions of the RCC. The three requests by the DBA were briefly addressed with no further comments. A motion was made (Hall/Myers) to recommend acceptance of the negative declaration; 5-0, motion carried. Historical site review by RCC-Kracha felt that since no support was given to RCC by the council on signage for historical homes, that the Muni Code be revised to reflect this designation be reassigned to another commission. Hall noted that if this commissior. took no action, nobody else will take responsibility for the signs. A suggestion was made by Staff to possibly transfer the element of the Historical Preservation from RCC to another commission-i.e., Design Review Committee in the Planning Department, someone with permit control or with an azchitectural background. The Historical Society should also have some input on the decision. Staff to approach all parties and if there is a possibility of transfer of designation, this item will then be put on the agenda for discussion. Election of Chair/Vice-Chair. Motion was made (Hall/Guerreiro) to nominate Cindy Burrascano as the Chairman of the RCC; 5-0, motion carved. A motion was then made (Kracha/Myers) to nominate Michael Guerreiro as Vice-Chairman of the RCC; 5-0, motion carved. 6. Review of Planning Commission Agenda: a. PCM 94-20/PCA-94-02: Continued. b. PCA-94-04: Continued. Lower Sweetwater Valley GPA Issue Paper: Discussed earlier. STAFF REPORT: RCC has the opportunity to open a public hearing on the Shopping Center EIR, per memo from Joe Monaco; decided against it. CHAIRMAN'S COMMENTS: For the next meeting staff will check with council on the status of the environmental list so RCC can make a report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS: Guerreiro: The City has denied Surf Rider Foundation the right to stencil storm drains. Although cifies like Imperial Beach, National City and Oceanside were allowed to paint their drains, he requested Staff find out why Chula Vista has denied this request. Resource Conservation Commission Page 4 Burrascano felt that inadequate information was given to staff on the Lower Sweetwater Valley presentation. Doug clarified that no recommendations could be made without an EIR. All they were looking for at this meeting was just questions and possible suggestions for other alternatives. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned by Chairman Kracha at 9:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, EXPRESS SECRETARIAL SERVICF_S i~ i ~. Barbara Taylor