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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1987/03/17 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Tuesday, March 17, 1987 Council Chamber 6:00 p.m. Public Services Building MSUC (Cox/Moore) to adjourn to Closed Session for the purpose of discussing Sierra v. coastal Commission, SIerra v. Marsh, Evergreen v. Chula Vista, Chula Vista v. Merziotis, South Bay Firefighters v. Montgomery (Chula Vista)t Potential Litigation. All members of the City Council were present at Closed Session. 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Nader, Moore, McCandliss, Malcolm MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Goss, City Attorney Harron, Assistant City Manager Asmus 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 meetings of March 5 and 10, 1987. MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to approve the minutes. 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY None. CONSENT CALENDAR (3a - 10) Items Pulled: 6a, 6b, 7, 8 and 11 MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to approve the Consent Calendar. 3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. REQUEST FOR FOUR-WAY STOP AT CORTE MARIA AND FLOWER STREET Sam Snyder, Jr., Principal, Rosebank Elementary School, 80 Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA 92010 This letter from the Principal of Rosebank Elementary School requested that a four-way stop sign be put up at Corte Maria and Flower Street. Minutes - 2 - March 17, 1987 MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to set as an agenda item for the March 24, 1987 meeting. (See page 11 for amended motion.) b. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY Mr. Jorge J. Valdes & Mr. Vincent Cabais, 1800 N. Vine Street, 'Ste. 200 Los Angeles, CA The above two claims seek damages in connection with the same incident. On January 8, 1987, a driver lost control of his vehicle and it crashed through the wall and into the Department of Motor Vehicles at 30 N. Glover, Chula Vista. The claimants seek damages in connection with their alleged personal injuries. The claims filed contend the City of Chula Vista is liable due to negligent failure to maintain safe premises, failure to inspect premises for dangerous and hazardous conditions, and negligent failure to warn of said dangerous and hazardous condition. MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to deny these claims. 4. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT 87-5 (ORANGE TREE MOBILEHOME) (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to continue this item for 2 weeks at the request of staff. 5. RESOLUTION 12940 ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR "REMOVAL OF UNDERGROUND FUEL TANKS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA" (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) On February 18, 1987, the Director of Public Works/City Engineer received sealed bids for the work which consists of the removal of eight underground fuel storage tanks at five locations in the City of Chula Vista. The recommendation was that Council accept bids and award contract to American Processing Company, Inc./E.A. Rutledge Inc., Joint Venture, National City (low bidder), in the amount of ~24,500. Funds available from the following account: A. Underground tank removal/replacement ~94,000 T i"1 T Minutes - 3 - March 17, 1987 Funds required for construction: A. Contract Amount ~24,500 Contingencies (approx. 10%) 2,500 Total Funds for Construction of Project $27,000 6a. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DRAINAGE ACCESS EASEMENT TO LOTS 105, 106, AND 107, OF CHULA VISTA WOODS SUBDIVISION (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) b. RESOLUTION ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF A DRAINAGE ACCESS EASEMENT IN LOT 106 OF CHULA VISTA WOODS SUBDIVISION UNIT 2 Pulled from Consent Calendar. 7o RESOLUTION APPROVING ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. PE-079 AT THE NORTH END OF TRENTON AVENUE (Director Of Public Works/City Engineer) Pulled from Consent Calendar. 8. ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE PROPOSED BONITA-SUNNYSIDE ANNEXATION FIRST READING (Director of Planning) Pulled from consent calendar. 9.ORDINANCE 2197 MODIFYING CHAPTER 18.54 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (FLOOD PLAIN REGULATIONS) - FIRST READING (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) The Federal Emergency Management Agency adopted revised Flood Plain Management Regulations on August 25, 1986. Agencies participating in the Flood Insurance Program were given until April 1, 1987 to revise their local ordinances to be consistent with the revised regulanionso The changes include definitions for manufactured homes, manufactured home parks or subdivisions, mobilehomes and mobile~ome parks and/or subdivisions, Other minor definition changes are also included and the requirement for electrical~ heating and other equipment to be designed or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating in them is spelled out. A significant change making it mandatory that manufactured homes being moved into an existing park or being substantially improved within a flood plain be'placed on a permanent foundation above the regulatory flood elevation has also been included. They must be anchored in addition to being so elevated. Minutes - 4 - March 17, 1987 10. REPORT SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL REQUEST TO CONDUCT A 10K RACE AND 2 MILE RUb] (Director of Parks & Recreation) Scripps Memorial Hospital in Chula Vista is sponsoring their sixth annual Health Beat 10K and two mile fun run to benefit the hospital's Health Information Center on Saturday, May 9, 1987. The 10K will commence at 8:00 a.m., and the fun run at 8:05 a.m. Approval will be subject to the following staff conditions: 1. Provision of evidence of general liability insurance in the amount of ~1 million, in the form a Certificate of Insurance and Policy Endorsement, which names the City of Chula Vista as additional insured. 2. Execution of a hold harmless agreement. 3. Provision of adequate traffic control, as determined by the Police Department the cost of which will be paid for by the race sponsor. 4. Clean up of any litter created by the event. 11. REPORT STATUS OF STATUE/SIGN LOCATED AT 1419 HILLTOP DRIVE, LIBERTY PIZZA (Director of Planning) MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to continue this item for one week at the request of Mr. Pendergraft, who is representing the applicant. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 12. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE VACATION OF FIFTH AVENUE BETWEEN "H" AND "I" STREETS (Director of Public Works/city Engineer) RESOLUTION 12941 CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE CHULA VISTA TOWN CENTRE II PROJECT AND ORDERING THE VACATION OF FIFTH AVENUE BETWEEN "H" AND "I" STREETS. (DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared the public hearing open. In his written report to Council, Community Development Director Desrochers stated that the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the renovation of the Chula Vista Shopping Center has been completed by PRC Engineering and was accepted by the Planning Commission on February 25, 1987. It has been found to be in compliance with CEQA guidelines and is now ready for certification by Council resolution. Minutes 5 March i7, 1987 The Planning Commission on March 11, 1987, in workshop session, considered the Homart proposal. The four Commissioners present all commented that the importance of a healthy, viable shopping center took precedence over the need to keep Fifth Avenue open. The Commissioners concurred that the renovation of the Center, as proposed by Homart, should proceed even though some hardship would be created by closing Fifth Avenue. Staff's recommendation was that Council certify the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Chula Vista Town Centre II Project and order the vacation of Fifth Avenue between "H" and "I" Streets. Staff further recommended that the resolution for the closure be subject to approval of the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) with Homart including the provision of mitigation measures which the developer will implement to improve traffic flow in the area. If the DDA is not approved, the street will not be closed. City Attorney Harron explained the procedure for the conduct of the public hearing. City Manager Goss explained the revenue derived from the sales tax in the City; noted the decline in the sales tax of the Chula Vista Shopping Center, primarily at the time the Plaza Bonita Shopping Center was built. Mr. Goss then showed a graph comparing the sales tax of Chula Vista with other cities in the County, noting that the City is the second lowest in the County. Community Development Director Desrochers referred to his written report; noted the representatives present this evening from Carter, Hawley, Hale & Homart. He gave a background of this request and the attempts by the City to get developers, in the past, to upgrade the Center. Homart is offering to expand the Center by 140,000 square feet and will assist in locating a fourth department store (anchor) if the City will close off Fifth Avenue and participate in that endeavor. Director Desrochers noted that the Center and the property surrounding this center are not in "first class" condition and, in some areas, it is a blight. The EIR notes that Homart expects ~160 million in sales the first year. Gruen & Gruen, the consultants for the City indicate it should be close to ~124 million up to the year 1990. Director Desrochers then referred to the DDA and discussed the conditions as listed. He noted that the Boys' Club is owned by the City and is part of the proposal which will go to Homart; since 1950, the City has owned this property; if it remains, the Boys' Club will require major renovation because the building is quite old. Director Desrochers stated that a workshop will be held on the DDA next week (March 26). Minutes 6 March 17, 1987 Director of Finance, Lyman Christopher, addressed the issue of financial impact on the City should the development be approved. He noted that the MOU contains a formula to be used as a guideline in determining how much the City will be expected to participate financially in the development process. He noted that the expected 13% return on equity in the third year of the new development was a variable one and was not being guaranteed. If Homart does not meet the profit figure of 13%, the City will not be held liable to make up the difference. Also noted, if the 13% figure is exceeded, the City's initial investment would remain the same. Director of PUblic Works/City Engineer Lippitt spoke on the proposed closure of Fifth Avenue and the traffic generation. The vacation is being done according to the Streets & Highway Code, Section 8324; the key word in this Code section is whether or not the closure is "necessary" or "unnecessary" Council must make that finding; the question would be what impact the street closure would have on the adjoining property owners and on the community as a whole. Director Lippitt added that the Environmental Impact Report studied sixteen different intersections within the city and several alternatives to closing Fifth Avenue. It was found that the closure of Fifth Avenue would be the most cost effective solution for re-development of the shopping center. It was also noted that the new Traffic System is expected to bring much improvement to busier traffic both surrounding the shopping center and throughout the city of Chula Vista. Director Lippitt used transparencies to show the planned traffic mitigation which would take place should the redevelopment be approved. These transparencies noted two left turn pockets being added to Broadway and "H" Streets, allowing 70% more traffic through this intersection, even with an expected increase in traffic flow - also double turn pockets added to Fourth Avenue and "H" Streets. "I" Street, west of Fourth Avenue, will lose approximately eight parking spaces on the south side of the street and seven parking spaces on the North side of the street. No adjustments would be made to Fourth Avenue at this intersection. Director Lippitt further explained the addition of the ring road, noting people using Fifth Avenue will have better accessibility to the Center. Diversion of traffic using Fig and Guava Streets would be necessary. The intention to close Fig just north of Shasta Street was stated, but it was noted that this action would not take place without first meeting with the people in this area to determine the best method to take. Councilwoman McCandliss questioned whether the same traffic consultant who worked on the Plaza Bonita development would be the one working on the Chula Vista Shopping Center. She reminded Council of the traffic problems at the intersection of Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road which that consultant did not foresee. Minutes 7 March 17, 1987 City Manager Goss noted that the Environmental Impact Report submitted for the Plaza Bonita development was prepared in 1974, not long before the Environmental laws came into effect. The report also didn't address the issue of future traffic analysis. The City sent a letter noting the potential problems which will occur at this intersection. It is not expected to happen in the case of the Chula Vista Shopping Center. Councilman Nader suggested the DDA contain a list of conditions: namely the quality issue (which could be worked out at a later time), and drawings should be contained in the DDA outlining the plans for redevelopment. Councilman Nader questioned whether the developer will be paying for the all the mitigation measures. Tom Gourguechon,.representative of Homart, in answer to the above question, stated they will be responsible only for the previously agreed upon figures of City charges. Councilman Nader questioned why the EIR didn't completely address the feasibility of a bridge over Fifth Avenue connecting the center. Mr. Gourguechon stated that disruption in ring road would create numerous problems both visually and physically, such as the stacking of cars on peripheral streets. Councilman Moore read the conditions as delineated in the resolution. Mr. Gourguechon presented slides showing the design concept, the existing layout as opposed to the redevelopment plan, a court which can be used for entertainment, community art exhibits or any community related activities. The slides also replicated the landscape work redevelopment would enable. There would be various "square elements" throughout the center to explain what the center offers and how to get to it from each "square" location. Construction of the project, subject to approval, is scheduled to begin in July 1987. The projected opening date would be September 1988. Councilwoman McCandliss questioned the DDA's definition of a "first class design." She stated that if Broadway is going to continue at the Center, the store should commit to remerchandising. Mr. Gourguechon stated that Broadway is a separate land owner, Carter, Hawley, Hale & Homart and the issue of remerchandising should be addressed by said owner. Mr. Gourguechon added that with redevelopment of traffic patterns and the new orientation of the Broadway store, patterns of traffic and visibility of merchandise would enable merchandise to sell itself. The significant changes in the building would play an adherent part in coercing Broadway to remerchandise. Minutes 8 March 17, 1987 Mayor Cox expressed the need for a committment in the DDA of a fourth anchor at the Center. The type of store to be recruited to the Center will play a major part in its revitalization. Mr. Gourguechon responded to Mayor Cox's comments by informing Council that Homart is in the process of approaching Nordstroms, Robinsons and various other department stores, but to guarantee the outcome of these meetings at this time would be presumptuous. Councilman Nader asked Mr. Gourguechon how Homart would feel about i~aving a citizens committee appointed by Council which would be mainly concerned with the community projects that would take place within the Center and also keep Homart abreast of public opinion regarding the Center. Mr. Gourguechon indicated Homart would agree to work with the committee. Robert Gilmartin, representative of Carter, Hawley, Hale, and property owner of Broadway addressed the question Councilwoman McCandliss brought up with regard te Broadway staying in the Center and remerchandising stating that with the closure of Fifth Avenue and the renovation of the Center, Broadway will commit to remodel and remerchandising the store. Speaking in favor of the closure of Fifth Avenue were: Mr. Tom Martin, President of The Chula Vista Chamber Of Commerce, 1438 Platans Court, Chula Vista, California 92010; Dr. David J. Sudor, 569 Broadway, Chula Vista, California 92010; Michael Raya, 567 Broadway, Chula Vista, California 92010; Mr. Dick Kau, representative from the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce; and Mr. Joseph Garcia, 484 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista 92010. Their comments included: the Chamber is in favor of closure of Fifth Street because they are concerned with the deterioration of this shopping area; there are so many other shopping centers throughout the nation similar to the Chula Vista Shopping Center which have deteriorated and are now at such a decline that they are near completely vacant and without renovation the Center would follow that same direction; 1981 was a very good year for the Center; the Center has only twenty-eight stores as opposed to the big malls, such as Plaza Bonita which have over 100; even with the size. difference, the Chula Vista Shopping Center ranks four out of thirteen shopping centers in San Diego County; although 1983 was their worst year, it was still number one in per square foot volume; the Boys Club should be taken care of as far as making sure that conditions be implemented allowing for entertainment of the City's youth population; if renovation doesn't take place, businesses will leave the Center, sales will decrease and unemployment will take place within the existing or remaining businesses at the Center: someone had asked Mr. Garcia to sign a document supporting the'development of the Center but he wanted to make absolutely sure that his name was not contained on any petition written in an effort to block the closure of Fifth Avenue. Minutes - 9 - March 17, 1987 Speaking against the proposal were: Joseph D. Brummett, 659 Beech Avenue, Chula Vista 92010; Anne & Richard Bridges, 615 Cedar Avenue, Chula Vista 92010; Bud Pocklington, 565 Glover Place, Chula Vista 92010; John K. Relph, 583 Fig Avenue, Chula Vista 92010; Hogh Copeland, 521 Chula Vista Street, Chula Vista 92010; Robert C. Maxwell, 473 Berland Way, Chula Vista 92010; Sid & BoDbie Morris, 862 Cedar Avenue, Chula Vista 92011; Lynn Pankhurst, 171 Palomive #106, Chula Vista; Clay Gingerick, 768 Riverlawn, Chula Vista 92010; and Duane B. Leal, 868 Date Avenue, Chula Vista 92011. Their comments were: Homart is selling the City a "fiasco"; the Center needs a new fourth anchor and one that will bring the kind of customer traffic the City needs (such as a Nords~roms or May Company): recommended the decision to close the street be placed on the ballot for a vote of the people; Fifth Avenue is the only comfortable North and South road available for travel in the area; Homart is not answering the public's questions regarding the specifics of the development; petitions submitted opposition to the closure of Fifth Avenue; problems began when the proposed major shopping area at East "H" Street/I-805 was defeated the City lost the sales tax revenue and National City built Plaza Bonita; concern for the many school children who use Fifth Avenue; if Fifth Avenue is closed, pedestrian walks should be constructed; there are many vacancies in the businesses along Third and "F" Streets and the Council needs to insure that this renovation doesn't worsen the vacancy situation; the loss of the Boys Club is a direct affect on the quality of life for the Chula Vista youth; the sales tax revenue is the driving force behind approval of the EIR; noted the fire hydrants and electrical/telephone poles in the corners of the streets where the redevelopment is planned and questioned who will be paying the costs of moving the fire hydrants, poles and bus stops. Director of Finance Christopher responded that the EIR allows for $700,000 to be spent in making the changes on each corner. Mayor Cox called for a five minute recess at 9:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at approximately 9:'40 p.m. Continuing on with testimonies in opposition, comments were: Broadway has made such a decline that their merchandise looks undesireable to those with the income the Center would like to attract; when Sears closed their gas station, they left debris laying in area where the station was, making the area unsafe for two months; concern for handicapped customers at the Center; people use Fifth Avenue as the access to the nearby Medical Center at Fifth and "H". In answer to Council's question, Mr. Gourguechon remarked that the study considered Fifth Avenue for a two lane road but the impact on tenant rents would adversely affect the success of that renovation. Minutes - 10 - March 17, 1987 There being no further testimony either for or against, the public hearing was closed. Councilman Nader would only be willing to vote in favor of the Environmental Impact Report if the following amendments were made: 1. A through road be built on the east of Sears 2. Pedestrian walkways be constructed through the center 3. Financial guarantees that the city will not be held liable for any miscalculations with regard to return on equity. 4. Law enforcement protection should be guaranteed adequate. Council discussed the difficulty in making the decision to close Fifth Avenue. Councilman Moore brought up the fact that the cost to keep Fifth Avenue open would adversely affect the profits of the Center. Councilwoman McCandliss remarked that the closure of Fifth Avenue and redevelopanent of the Center will be a real benefit to the City as the quality of life will be positively affected. She added the DDA must give assurances of the upgrade of the Broadway Store and state a commitment to the fourth anchor and other stores. Noted that in 1978, Buffums wouldn't consider a move to the Center without the closure of Fifth Avenue - the same situation arose when the city approached Walker-Scott. Mayor Cox stated that redevelopment comes with some risk and discomfort. The City has already invested eight and a half million dollars into redevelopment of the City's downtown area. The redevelopment of the Chula Vista Shopping Center will bring financial reward in the form of sales tax and property tax. The public testimony did not include feelings of pride for the Chula Vista Shopping Center, so it is important for Council to make the adjustments to return this pride to the Center. A tentative DDA will be submitted on March 26, 1987. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved with Councilman Malcolm voting "no." AMENDMENT TO MOTION MSC (Nader/McCandliss) Councilman Malcolm voting "no" that: 1. A satisfactory development will include, but not be limited to conditions as to the quality of the Shopping Center redevelopmerit. Minutes - 11 - March 17, 1987 2. A citizen's committee to be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council to work on formulating community youth activities that will go into the project and to also advise as to community needs that may be of use to the developer to be aware of for tenant improvement. 3. That there be through access on the east side of Sears and the mitigation measures on the ring road that were outlined by staff this evening. 4. Pedestrian walkway be provided throughout the Center. 5. Financial guarantees be provided such that the City will not be dipping into General Revenue funds. 6. City participation will come out of tax increments pertaining to this project. 7. Any law enforcement related concerns of the Director of Public Safety will be addressed without any additional costs. 13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Richard Bridges questioned the legality of the Planning Commission making recommendation to City Council on the closure of Fifth Avenue. City Attorney noted that it is legal for Planning Commission to state their thoughts regarding any issue within their knowledgeable field. PULLED ITEMS 4. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT 87-5 (ORANGE TREE MOBILEHOME) (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) MSUC (Cox/Moore) to continue this item to the meeting of Aprii 7, 1987 at 4 p.m. 6a. RESOLUTION 12942 ACCEPTING DRAINAGE ACCESS EASEMENT TO LOTS 105, 106, AND 107, OF CHULA VISTA WOODS SUBDIVISION (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) b. RESOLUTION 12943 ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF A DRAINAGE ACCESS EASZMENT IN LOT 106 OF CHULA VISTA WOODS SUBDIVISION UNIT 2 Minutes - 12 - March 17, 1987 On July 15, 1986, the City Council approved the Final Map for Chula Vista Woods, Unit 2. Said approval included accepting a drainage access easement in Lot 106 to allow City forces to maintain drainage structures behind Lots 105, 106 and 107. Adopting the listed resolutions provide for accepting a replacement access easement and vacating the original access easement, which has been rendered useless. Mayor Cox noted this item was pulled at the request of Mr. Mike Mitchell who ~ished to address the Council; however, Mr. Mitchell has withdrawn his request to address this matter. RESOLUTIONS OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the texts was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 7. RESOLUTION 12944 APPROVING ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. PE-079 AT THE NORTH END OF TRENTON AVENUE (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) Gretler-Gardner Enterprises has leased a portion of San Diego Gas & Electric Company's property north of Palomar between Industrial Blvd. and I-5 Freeway to use for an RV storage lot. There is a portion of Trenton Avenue which extends into the SDG&E property. The lessees have applied for an encroachment permit to place asphalt pavement and an 8-foot high wood and pilaster fence within this right-of-way. Inasmuch as the encroachment is of a permanent nature, the permit must be approved by Council. Staff's recommendation was for Council to approve the encroachment permit subject to the following conditions: 1. A standard concrete driveway approach be installed behind the existing depression in the curb at the end of the cul de sac. 2. The lessee submit a certificate of liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 naming the City as primary or additional insured. Director of Public Works/City Engineer Lippitt stated that the applicant doesn't want the item continued. He has been waiting until this item came up. Councilwoman McCandliss moved to have it continued for one week. Mr. John Gardner, 432 Stoneridge, stated they are not in total agreement with Mr. Manock who requested the continuance. His concerns are strictly with SDG&E and not with the developer. Minutes - 13 - March 17, 1987 Director Lippitt presented a graph noting Mr. Manock's property and the easement provided to his property concurring that SDG&E has a lease agreement with Manock and is willing to lease to him party agreement for a certain amount of money. Mr. Manock has used the easement for 20 plus years and has concerns with paying for the use. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously. 8. ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE PROPOSED BONITA-SUNNYSIDE ANNEXATION FIRST READING (Director of Planning) On February 10, 1987, a petition was filed with LAFCO to annex 7.7 square miles of the Bonita Sunnyside Fire Protection District to the City of Chula Vista. In addition to the dissolution of the Fire Protection District, some territory would be detached from the Spring Valley Sanitation District. Prezoning and environmental review is required by the City of Chul~ Vista. Staff's recommendation is to adopt the County ordinance effective December 31, 1987 if the petition is approved by the voters on the November 1987 Dallot: "County zoning regulations will continue to prevail while a study is conducted to determine the relationship of existing development. County zoning regulations and proposed City zoning for the area. The Sweetwater Planning Committee will review these issues and make recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council on a proposed zoning plan." Councilwoman McCandliss questioned the reason this item was on the agenda as she was concerned that the City not "spearhead" the annexation. Director of Planning Krempl indicated LAFCO is requiring the prezoning prior to their taking any action on the petitions. City Manager Goss stated LAFCO will be contacted for a further. explanation and a report will be submitted to Council Motion (McCandliss/Cox) to continue this item for one week. 11. REPORT STATUS OF STATUE/SIGN LOCATED AT 1419 HILLTOP DRIVE, LIBERTY PIZZA (Director of Planning) Minutes - 14 March 17, 1987 On March 3, 1987, City Council stayed enforcement on the removal of said rooftop sign for 120 days predicated upon its removal at the end of that time period. On March 10, 1987, in response to press comments that Mr. Putrus intended to fight the removal, Councilwoman McCandliss requested that the item be redocketed for March 17, 1987. MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to continue this item to the meeting of March 24, 1987 at the applicant's request. 14. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER a. City Manager Goss noted that on March 31 there will be a Community Meeting at Woodlawn Park Community Center and advised that item ~ 4 should be continued for 3 weeks, rather than 2. 15. MAYOR'S REPORT None. 16. COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilman Malcolm discussed the employment of the Council Aide stating he no longer feels it is needed. He is quite pleased with the work of Deputy City Manager Morris - feels that Mr. Morris gives quick, accurate responses to whatever questions he is faced with. City Manager Goss indicated there is a need for this added staff person and will submit a report back to Council. b. Item for discussion at the April 7 council meeting: Scripps Medical Hospital. In the month of December, they made ~200,000, which is more than the other Scripps hospitals combined under this new management. Councilman Malcolm indicated he believes improprieties are going on and the Council has an obligation to follow though on this. c. Councilman Nader requested that Legislative Committee look into SB 1113 for future discussion. ADJOURNMENT AT 12:05 am to the joint City Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting of March 19 and to the regular meeting of March 24, 1987 at 7 p.m.. City Clerk 0993C