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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1984/03/22 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, March 22, 1984 4:00 p.m. Council Conference Room ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Mayor Cox, Councilmembers Scott, Moore, McCandliss(Councilman Malcolm arrived late) Councilmembers absent: None Staff present: City Manager Goss, City Attorney Narron (Assistant City Manager Asmus arrived late) 1. NAVY HOUSING PROGRAM {~N DIEGO REGION - D.W. PALOMAKI, CDR, CEO, USN This item was trailed pending the arrival of Councilman Malcolm. 2. PUBLIC HEARING CnNSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT Tn THE RICE CANYON SPA TO ALLOW THE USE OF COMMERCIAL PRnPERTY FoR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES - FINANCIAL SCENE INC. AND TERRA NOVA CORPOPJ~TION (Planning Director) a. RESOLUTION APPROVING RESIDENTIAL USE OF LOT 331 OF HIDDEN VISTA VILLAGE This item was trailed pending the arrival of Councilman Malcolm. 3. STAFF REPORT ON REQUEST OF DOWNTOWN COMMITTEE FOR PAINTED SIDEWALKS City Manager Goss stated the tape for installation at the crosswalks arrived today and will be applied next week. 2. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDEPJ~TION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE RICE CANYON SPA TO ALLOW THE USE OF COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES - FINANICAL SCENE INC. AND TERRA NOVA CORPORATION (Planning Director) RESOLUTION 11573 APPROVING RESIDENTIAL USE OF LOT 331 QF HIDDEN VISTA VILLAGE This being the time and place as advertised Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. Mayor Cox stated Councilman Malcolm infon~ed him that he has talked with representatives from Financial Scenes (Tetra Nova) and also developers of the commercial site. Councilman Malcolm would like the Council to consider the "land swap" but not deal with the change of the land use until a report comes back from marketing of the existing commercial land. IrT Adjourned Regular - 2 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting Director of Planning Krempl showed a slide of the original E1 Rancho del Rey Specific Plan approved in 1978 which contained 40 acres retail, 10 acres commercial-recreational and 5 acres open space approved in 1978. In 1980, the plan was amended by Rice Canyon Spa Plan for 28 acres commercial-retail 12 acres proposed for Section 8 housing, 3 acres for commercial-residential units. The 12 acres at that time were not approved for Section 8 housing. In October 1983 after market studies, Council approved that 12 acres for residential from commercial-retail. In answer to Councilwoman McCandliss' query, Mr. Krempl explained there is now retail-commercial on Lot 333; Lot 332 was for 232-unit low-to-moderate income housing and Lot 331 was three acres for commercial-recreational. The applicant's proposal is to relocate or take out commercial-recreational and 3.4 acres is proposed for Senior-Housing {150 units); all of Lot 331 then becomes the area for the apartment project. The following alternatives are available: (1) Retain the three acres commercial-recreational at its present location and shift residential apartment project westerly. This would involve new design and site plan on the apartment project. If Council would want to redesign (the usage) the area would have to be rezoned. (2) "Flip" commercial-recreation acreage to the westerly end up to commercial retail and shift the apartment project to the east. This could be accomplished by adopting the resolution to change commercial-recreation to residential. This could be approved for Senior Housing or could be retained as residential with the open space to be designated at a later time. 3+ acres in this location to be approved for Senior Housing or retain for residential for 1 ater date determination. Study that area for usable commercial and request that parcel be redesignated and go tn the Planning Commission for other than residential designation. There being no further comments, either for or against, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to "fl ip" commercial acreage to what was designated as Senior Housing and recreation and at a later date determine if that action should remain as multiple-residential or commercial. Mr. Krempl stated the applicant was not pressing for Senior Housing and was willing to look at other possibilities. Councilman Malcolm arrived at this time - 4:20 p.m. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent. Adjourned Regular - 3 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting Mayor Cox reopened the public hearing at this time. Mr. Gary Gramling, Vice-President of Financial Scenes, 1323 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, developer of Terra Nova, asked what factors needed to be addressed at a future date and the timing for this in order to accomplish a land use. Mayor Cox responded Council was concerned with the marketing of the balance of the commercial development of that site. Council does not want to jeopardize the commercial site. Councilman Malcolm said he was infon~ed that Pacific Scenes needs 45 days to make a determination to recommend if additional land was needed. Financial Scenes is willing to do the market study. Councilman Malcolm was concerned with whether Pacific Scenes needed it to expand their specific center. After that report in 30-45 days Council would determine if more time is needed. There is a portion on the westerly part of the property which may not be usable. This may have to be used for parking. Councilman Malcolm stated Pacific Scenes feels that if they developed the area 100%, it would be so small, the City would not have a successful center in a prime location in the City of Chula Vista. He requested if Pacific Scenes needed more land to report to the Council in 45 days. Mr. Gramling agreed to do so. Council discussion ensued regarding the amount of square footage needed for building; Financial Scenes and Pacific Scenes being co-developers of the property - but separate entities. Mr. Gramling stated Tetra Nova Associates and Financial Scenes have no disagreement. They would like to establish: (1) a boundary adjustment; (2) move the site used for commercial-recreation use to the west; and (3) move the site for the 232 units to the east whether Lot 332 continues as commerc ial-recreational, as a site for additional commercial units to the east, or as a site for the development of Senior Citizen residential. Mayor Cox suggested dealing with these items separately. Mr. Krempl stated the boundary shift is not an issue - designation of land use can be accomplished at a later time. City Attorney Harron indicated the resolution does not have to be changed. Council will receive a report before the 3.4 acres on the east end can be changed from commercial-recreational to commercial-residential. Councilwoman McCandliss raised the question of (1) whether there is anything the City needs to do to insure a map is filed for the current residential designation and (2) by approving or allowing Terra Nova to move forward on the apartment construction does the City need to do anything so it is understood to insure construction of the houses is still the responsibility of Tetra Nova. City Attorney Hatton assured her this is a requirement of the Spa Plan and the City is not required to do anything. Adjourned Regular - 4 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting Councilman Moore stated he had a problem with the redesignation and felt it may be preferable to redesignate it at this time. City Attorney Harron assured him that the Spa Plan cannot be built without Council approval. Mr. Gramling remarked Financial Scenes is willing to hold off submitting a plan at this time for a development there (Lot 332) because they are concerned about development. They don't want to "junk up" the neighborhood by putting something inappropriate for 1 ong-tenn best use of Terra Nova. They are willing to wait and see if additional commercial usage is appropriated and are willing to allow things to proceed in a normal course. He asked if Council had a specified procedure they wished Financial Scene to follow in order to accomplish this in a timely fashion (30-60 days). Mayor Cox said he would like to find out how the marketing is going for other commercial acreages. The question is for land use and possible need for additional land use. Councilwoman McCandliss discussed the responsibility for a certain number of affordable units and trying to fund those units without increasing the density. There being no further comments either for or against Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) for Council to take the position of still requiring low and moderate income housing requirements originally given to the Spa area and that the obligation is still there until further notice with the unit coverage. 1. NAVY HOUSING PROGRAM (San Diego Region) - D.W. Palomaki, CDR, CED, USN City Manager Goss explained that several months ago, the City had an interest in Navy housing in Chula Vista. Informal meetings with Navy staff were held and the project explained. Captain Benjamin Montoya, Commanding Officer of Public Works for the Navy introduced Commander Don Palomaki of Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Western Division in San Bruno, California; Sharron Topping, Project Manager for Family Housing Acqusitton and Kenn Parsons, Senior Planner, Planning Organization. Commander Palomaki discussed the management of Navy housing and how the Navy approaches building property in the community. He outlined two existing means to acquire housing for the military: (1) through a 1 easing program -(this is new) and (2) the conventional method or "turn-key" procedure. When houses are built they are maintained by his Command. The Navy maintains houses by contract and occupant maintenance is required. They go to Congress with a 20-year time-frame and it is not unusual to get appropriations. He ' I IfT Adjourned Regular - 5 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting outlined various Navy housing sites such as Cabrillo Heights - 800 units - $12 million dollars to rehabilitate those units. A similar multi-million dollar program is Gateway Village. They own their own utilities and maintain them within the housing complex. There are 45,000 families in the San Diego area who need homes - 30,000 have adequate housing. To determine a "short-fall" of 9,500 to make sure they don't overbuild, the Navy "programs" to a number less than that - approximately 5,100. For the 1986 program, 250 units are planned for the Chula Vista site which is the number one candidate. The Navy arrived at this conclusion working with the SANBAG housing force. The Navy feels it is better to integrate families in family housing in the San Diego area; most housing is not on Navy bases or behind fences. Miss Sharron Topping, Property Manager for Family Housing Acqusiition, Western Division of the San Bruno Regional office reported she is responsible for Shore Facilities and head of the Special Programs Section of the Management Department and has worked with new construction projects for 3-1/2 years. She explained the acquisition process starts about 2-1/2 years ahead of the appropriation. The site is identified and when designated, it goes to her Department. More detailed investigations of the site are made such as topographical surveys and preliminary casting - this information is sent to Congress. When the dollar need is identified and Congress gives its approval, her department is then in a mode to buy houses. The "turn-key" method is a contracting method of having one entity work with the design of the facility. They have used this program for 15 years and intend to draw on the expertise of the community to use plans and techniques they have and get the best housing for the least dollars. The contracting process is initiated by contracting for proposals. Miss Topping then detailed the particulars leading to the Requests for Proposals (RFP's) and the award of the contract. She added the environmental assessment should be ready late this month. They will focus on specifics and it will be May 1985 before writing the document. Because of the "turn-key" process, they will not be in a position to show a 'document until a decision is made. They want to hear City's concerns so they can be included in the document. Councilman Malcolm asked how much control the City has on elevation or height limitation. Miss Topping answered the City would have no jurisdiction over the program as the Government is a Sovereign Power. Councilman Malcolm then asked if the City would be able to review the Environmental Impact Reports. Miss Topping explained under NEPA procedural law the Navy is required to accept comments, consultation and discussion. Housing Coordinator Dave Gustafson responded to Councilman Malcolm's question regarding low to moderate income housing stating this would not respond to any designation as pertaining to the City's fair share in the community to get Redevelopment Agency funds. Adjourned Regular - 6 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting Councilman Malcolm noted the school system here is no different than others throughout the State and is in severe financial straights. Each piece of property going to the School District would be $350 a unit to help cover school costs annually. More students from this housing development would place a burden on schools. He asked whether the City could use their low-to-moderate funds to help purchase a site for the Navy, and in return, the United States Government would pay the normal property taxes. Commander Palomaki stated the Federal Government has recognized the problem. The created impact plus the dollars spent in the community would be increased income flow to make up for the tax base. The cash flow would be a substantial contribution. City Manager Goss stated, based on projects seen in other cities, that with the use of low-income funds used to support low-moderate income housing does not necessarily insure getting better quality but sees the value of going in partnership with the Navy. The City needs to input design standards and maintenance is also a concern. Councilman Malcolm suggested staff bring back a report on available funds to help the cost of this type of housing. In response to Councilman Moore's concerns regarding sewage connections, safety standards and design, entrys into the City that affect traffic and the Navy working with the City on a joint inspection program, Miss Topping stated her department would turn to the City for review of utility connections and inspection. In answer to Councilman Moore's concern with drainage, police protection authority and quality of types of locks installed in units Miss Topping assured Council that if Navy people were disorderly they would be asked to leave the housing project. Most units built are two-bedroom units with 80% of the children of preschool age and occupants are two-adult households with a ratio of l-l/2 children per household - (junior enlisted and junior officer housing). There would contain tot-lots for every 25 units provided including pet rules. Councilwoman McCandliss stated a public hearing would be required under NEPA and was concerned with how the public is notified and how the document is available for review. Miss. Topping stated it is advertised in the Federal Register publication and would be advertised in the City of Chul a Vista. Mayor Cox was concerned with the "undesirable" housing element image from people in the community. What can be done through the City's cooperation with the Navy to insure quality of design review of projects being built in the City is not sacrificed. Could some of the City's funds be used to assist the Navy. MSUC {Malcolm/Cox) direct staff to come back with a report as soon as possible on what kind of fees from low-moderate income funds to pay for various expense fees associated with this project. Adjourned Regular - 7 - March 22, 1984 City Council Meeting City Manager Goss stated the Navy would be willing to take Councilmembers to look at the projects. MSUC (McCandliss/Malcolm) for a Saturday Council tour of Navy military housing sites including Scripps Ranch be scheduled. MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to accept the report. CITY MANAGERS' REPORT a. City Manager Goss noted the report still pending regarding the City Hall remodeling (north end of building). Council concurred they will hear this report at a later meeting. b. City Manager Goss stated next Thursday, March 29 there is a Redevelopment Agency Meeting at 4:00 p.m. MAYOR'S CO)~4ENTS (None) COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilwoman McCandliss commented on the gift from Chula Vista to the citizens of Odawara has been purchased and available for Council viewing in the Mayor's waiting room area. b. MSUC (Cox/Moore) to adjourn to the conclusion of the Redevelopment Agency meeting of Thursday, March 29 to discuss the Civic Center remodeling. ADJOURNMENT AT ~:lO p.m. to the Council meeting scheduled for April 3, at 7:00 p.m. JENNIE M.FULASZ, CMC City Clerk PATRICIA A. 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