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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1989/06/22 MINUTES OR AN ADJOURNED IWORKSHOP) MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, June 22, 1989 Council Conference Room 4:12 p.m. City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor Cox, Councilmembers Nader (arrived 4:25 p.m.), Malcolm, McCandliss and Moore ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Goss, Assistant Director Asmus, City Attorney Harron 1. REPORT PCS-89-13: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DIRECTION ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF 36 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF EAST "H" STREET, BETWEEN HIDDEN VISTA DRIVE AND RIDGEBACK ROAD - BREHM COMMUNITY (Director of Planning) Director of Planning Krempl reported that staff is seeking Council direction on the BREHM Communities proposal to develop the property in question with a combination of small lot single family and multiple family units. The 36 acre site is located in Terra Nova and was approved for a condominium project, one of which is already developed. The applicant proposes to develop 126 single family homes and 234 multiple family homes. William H. Hoover, Vice President of BREHM, 3825 Camino del Rio South (Suite 220), San Diego, 92108, reported the proposed development is on the last parcel of Terra Nova and that they are in escrow with Great American Development on the site which property has laid dormant for the 10 years. BREHM feels the proposa is consistent to the surrounding land uses and that some transition is needed from the commercial on the south to the single family on the north. Mr. Hoover described the product yes, h~ square footage and approximate costs of the products an~ ~epor~e his communication with the residents of the area. At 4:25 p.m., Councilman Nader took his seat at the dais. Mayor Cox stated his preference that an Open Space District administered by a homeowners association be formed to control the maintenance of the open space on the slopes. Councilman Moore stated he sees no problem with the project but reminded staff to keep Council informed when the number of multiple family units in the eastern areas are reduced. He referred to Council policy calling for a good mix of housing which was based on income of the people in the City and as required by State law which is easy to accomplish in planned communities. Councilwoman McCandliss agreed with Councilman Moore and stated, since this is designated for multiple family, it is not unreasonable to consider a mix of uses. MINUTES 2 June 22, 1989 The multiple family unit now comprises 15 units/acre but the homes could be clustered to provide the same number of units with more open space to the area and each project considered individually; the single family section could have fewer lots in a more neighborhood configuration with more open space. Councilman Malcolm feels the proposal agrees with the General Plan but that residents should have input into the process stating most people would like to own their own single family home, even if smaller, and would encourage this type of development as an improvement for the community. He perceived this as a superior plan provided the quality and density can be looked at properly by staff. Councilman Nader stated he likes the concept of the Plan and, although in agreement with the desire to maintain moderate income housing, he shares Councilwoman McCand~iss' concern for overall density. He also would like to see a few less units with more open space. MOTION MS (Cox/Nader) to refer the proposed Plan to staff for review and consideration. VOTE ON THE MOTION Passed ICouncilman Moore voted no) MOTION MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to direct staff to inform Council of any changes in multiple family units, up or down, with any of the major property owners' original plans. 2. CIVIC CENTER MASTER PLAN (Director of Planning) A. RESOLUTION 15154 APPROVING "A MASTER PLAN FOR THE CHULA VISTA CIVIC CENTER SOLVING CITY SPACE NEEDS THROUGH YEAR 2010" B. RESOLUTION 15155 APPROVING CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR DANIELSON DESIGN GROUP IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE FINAL PHASE OF THE CIVIC CENTER MASTER PLAN STUDY Director of Planning Krempl reported representatives of The Spurlock Office and Michael Feerer and Associates will present a synopsis and the recommendation of staff; the representative of the Danielson Design Group could not attend this meeting. Andy Spurlock, The Spurlock Office, reported he and Michael Ferrer who is the Project Programmer will answer questions. All three alternatives developed were designed to satisfy the objectives as set and meet the intent of the community and Administrative staff of the City to provide for the City through the year 2010. The Consultants concurred that the Civic Center in its present state is attractive and their objectives include the preservation of its features as appreciated by the community. The presence of a courtyard and existing fountains are maintained but are different in each alternative by location of expansion relative to the courtyard. MINUTES 3 June 22, 1989 The Courtyard Scheme, Alternative l, frames the courtyard with a new building, relocates the Legislative building and includes a distribution of the parking. The Civic Scene, Alternative 2, is more characteristic of what you would find in a small town where the arrangement is more formal and the City Hall is the largest building on the site. The Legislative building and the Health Services Building are removed in this Alternative and parking is reduced. The Suburban Scheme, Alternative 3, has the largest surface parking lot, includes an addition to the public services building, does not enclose the courtyard but keeps the present character of the Civic Center the most as it is currently. A new building is planned for construction where the Police Department access now exists with underground parking on more than one level and the Legislative Building moved to the corner. This Scheme is more expensive because of the underground leveled parking and the landscaping for the top level. Councilmembers discussed the many changes proposed in Alternative 3 and questioned whether it leaves anything for expansion if projections fall short, the modifications to the Public Services Building where most people come here for business, the attractiveness of the Legislative Building and the benefits to the City of restoring the older buildings at the Civic Center. They stated their concerns and Mr. Spurlock agreed it might be more cost effective to level the Legislative building and to incorporate the facade, that they will look at alternatives and come back with something more specific. Gina Adamo, 459 "F" Street, reported that she and her husband are the owners of the property adjacent to the parking lot on which there are two houses and four apartments. She stated they are and depend on the income from this property and e Council consider this situation if inclusion of the property is necessary for the proposed construction. Mrs. Adamo was assured by Council that the City of Chula Vista always pays above the fair market value and is sensitive to the timing as well as the needs and concerns of the property owners. City Manager Goss reported his conversation with the owner to alleviate their concerns and gave assurance that the City will keep them informed. Mayor Cox suggested looking at the apartment complex across Fig Avenue which would be near the Center and present an access; a possibility exists that it could be used during construction for employees and allow more flexibility now and in the future. He also offered the suggestion that portion could be possibly utilized for the South Bay Community Health Services. MINUTES 4 June 22, 1989 Councilman Malcolm discussed the cost as always more than you perceive because hidden costs always surface. The goal is to take the City to the year 2010 and, considering the effects of the growth on the City's facilities and the number of new homes contributing to development impact fees, it is more advisable to move ahead at this time. MOTION MS (Malcolm/McCandliss) to adopt the Negative Declaration IS-89-77 and to approve Alternate No. 3, Suburban Scheme. ADDITION TO THE MOTION MS IMcCandliss/Malcolm) to direct staff to examine and make a recommendation whether or not the property across Fig Avenue should be in the complex. Councilman Nader reported his discomfort with the reliance on anticipated development impact fees to fund very much questioning this course of action when the growth rate slows down. He noted for the record, that it makes sense to go across F Street to a parking structure where no one is displaced; City employees would only have to walk one extra 1/2 block. VOTE ON THE MOTION AND ADDTION Passed. (Councilman Nader voted no) RESOLUTION A WAS READ BY TITLE, the reading of the text waived by unanimous consent and approved. (Councilman Nader voted no) MOTION MS (Cox/Moore) to direct staff to look at the area west of Fig Avenue from the standpoint of applying for temporary relocation of employees or for future Civic Center services. Councilmembers addressed the growth of the City and the possibility that this proposed plan is not large enough for beyond 2010 but concurred with Mayor Cox' statement that, in the worst scenario, the City would have a valuable asset in the improved Civic Center. Mayor Cox also emphasized that when staff evaluates the feasibility of acquiring the apartments that, rather than immediate resident relocation, the plan would be to relocate by attrition. VOTE ON THE MOTION Passed. (Councilman Malcolm out) MAYOR COX OFFERED RESOLUTION (B) which was read by title, the reading of the text waived by unanimous consent and approved. (Councilman Malcolm out) MINUTES 5 June 22, 1989 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None 4. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT - None 5. MAYOR'S REPORT None 6. COUNCIL COMMENTS None At 6:00 p.m., Council recessed into Closed Session to hold a Special Meeting to discuss instructions to negotiators for labor relations. ADJOURNMENT AT 6:07 p.m. to the Special Meeting on Monday, July lO, 1989 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m., and to the Regular Meeting of July ll, 1989 at 7:00 p.m. DE~PUTY CITY CLERK