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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1987/11/05 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, November 5, 1 987 Council Chambers 9:37 p.m. Public Services Building ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Nader, Moore and McCandliss MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilmember Malcolm STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Goss, Deputy City Manager Morris, City Attorney Harron, Community Development Director Desrochers The items of discussion consisted of those items continued from the meeting of November 3, 1987. 17. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER City Manager Goss advised the Council that Monday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. and Monday, November 23 at 7:00 p.m. have been scheduled as meeting dates to discuss the General Plan. In addition, Lauderbach Community Center has been reserved for November 16 for the last Montgomery Community Forum. Mr. Goss pointed out the Montgomery Specific Plan will not come before the Council prior to November 16. There may be a problem in terms of people making comments on the Specific Plan outside of the normal public hearing process. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to schedule the Montgomery Community Forum in early January, 1988. Charles R. Harlan, 347 "L" Street, Chula Vista, requested to address the Council regarding Castle Park Montessori School. He desired a clarification of the action taken on this matter at the Council meeting of Tuesday, November 3, 1987. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to consider an additional item on the agenda, allowing Mr. Harlan to address the Council on clarification of an action taken at the Tuesday, November 3, 1987, Council meeting. It is something that developed in the last two days, not allowing an opportunity to be placed on the agenda. It is an item of public interest that should be dealt with and resolved. Mr. Harlan stated he has a problem with the bonding/letter of credit requirement for his project. At the Tuesday meeting, it was his understanding this would not be required. MINUTES -2- November 5, 1987 Councilwoman McCandliss understood that the motion on Tuesday night was to bring back the item for a deferral hearing and to place the requirements as set forth in the staff report. It was her understanding a letter would be required committing that the work would be performed within a certain period of time. Ms. McCandliss interpreted the action taken as requiring a letter of commitment, not a letter of credit. Councilman Nader understood bonding was not being required, but would be satisfied by a set-aside letter. This would be a letter from a bank certifying funds are on deposit which are needed to perform the necessary improvements. Mr. Harlan stated his interpretation is that the set-aside letter has to be backed up by funds committed and untouchable which amounts to putting up a cash bond. Councilman Moore suggested the City set up a fund control account controlled by the City. The funds in the account would be used to pay for the work as it is completed. Councilwoman McCandliss stated she does not have a problem with requiring a fund control account or a construction account, however, it should not be controlled by the City. MSUCICox/Moore) authorize staff to accept the establishment of a fund control account at an establishment of Mr. Harlan's choice. The fund is to have sufficient funds to cover the landscaping requirements, the asphalt resurfacing, and the sidewalk replacement. Staff is authorized to work with Mr. Harlan in establishing this fund control and the completion of the improvements within a 60 day time period after December l, 1987. Deputy City Manager Morris wanted to make it clear to Mr. Marlan that there are other conditions that need to be met prior to occupancy, such as letters from the School Districts, pay certain fees, meet certain inspection requirements. Mr. Marlan commented he is aware of the conditions. Councilman Nader wanted to clarify that some variation on financing that still assures staff that the funding is there does not have to come to Council for approval. The maker of the motion concurred as long as there is a guarantee that the work will be completed. 18. ~AYOR'S REPORT Mayor Cox referred to an article included in the Council packet regarding a softball complex. MSUC (Cox/Nader) refer the article on a softball complex to the Parks and Recreation Committee and the Parks and Recreation Department to see if there is any feasibility of identifying land to accommodate such a facility in the City of Chula Vista. MINUTES -3- November 5, 1987 19. COUNCIL CO~ENTS Councilman Nader discussed the possibility of having a major food store in downtown Chula Vista. He suggested the Council set up a subcommittee to look into alternatives the City might pursue to bring a major food store to the downtown area and to report back to the Council. Councilman Nader stated the ideal location would be within walking distance of the Congregational Towers. He believes the demand from residents is significant enough that it deserves exploring. MSUC (Nader/McCandliss) that a Council subcommittee be established to explore options for bringing a major food store to downtown Chula Vista. The subcommittee will consist of Councilmembers Malcolm and Nader. Councilwoman McCandliss commented on a letter received from Sweetwater Union High School District dated November 2, 1987, referencing the Boys Club 1 ocation. She pointed out the concern Council had that the community center site would be included with other school district/City projects thereby causing a delay in completion of the community center. Referring to #2 in the school district letter, Ms. McCandliss stated the City needs to move quickly on the community center project. If the school district site is being used as leverage in regard to other projects (causing a delay), then the City needs to consider alternate sites. In his letter, Mr. Trujillo suggested that he and Mayor Cox meet to resolve the problems. Ms. McCandliss commented a committee has been established and feels the committee should continue in the negotiations. The City needs to move forward on a community center site. It needs to be clearly stated as a council that the proposed community center site on school district property has nothing to do with any other projects. It needs to be requested that the community center issue be separated from negotiations if the district is still interested in locating the community center on the proposed site. MS (McCandliss/Nader} that a letter be prepared to the superintendent and the members of the Sweetwater Union High School Board stating the Council's position that the community center site is separate from other issues; there is a need to move quickly on this matter. If for some reason the di strict is no 1 onger interested in moving forward in a timely manner, the City will move forward to look at other sites. A City team of a management staff and Council has been formed to work out the details. Councilman Nader suggested the letter convey the message that the purpose of the negotiations with the school district to build a community center on the school district site is to serve the youth of the community. The motion passed unanimously. MINUTES -4- November 5, 1987 Councilman Moore clarified that the letter should be addressed to the superintendent with copies to the school board. ADJOURNMENT at 10:45 p.m. to the regular meeting of Tuesday, November lO, 1987, at 7:00 p.m. JENNIE M. FULASZ, CMC CITY CLERK by ~se, ~Sec reta ry WPC 3279H