HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1987/03/24 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Tuesday, March 24, 1987 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Cox; Councilmembers Moore, Nader
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilmembers McCandliss, Malcolm
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Goss, Assistant City
Manager Asmus, Assistant City Attorney
Harron
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 meeting of March 17, 1987.
MSUC (Moore/Nader) to approve the minutes.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. PROCLAMATION - PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF APRIL 1987 AS
"EARTHQUAKE AWARENESS MONTH"
Proclamation was presented by Mayor Cox to Fire Inspector
Terry Koeper of the Chula Vista Fire Department.
b, PRESENTATION OF COUNTY FLAG - Supervisor Brian Bilbray
The County flag was presented to the Mayor and City Council
by Supervisor Brian Bilbray.
Councilman Moore presented the City flag to Supervisor Brian
Bilbray.
c. PRESENTATION OF CHECK FROM 75th DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE
- Frank Tarentino
Mr. Frank Tarentino, on behalf of the 75th Diamond
Anniversary Committee, presented the City of Chula Vista with
a check for 95,000 which had been given to the Committee as
"matching funds." He asked that it be placed in a savings
institution (interest bearing) and held until the Centennial.
Minutes - 2 - March 24, 1987
CONSENT CALENDAR (3a 14) Pulled: 3a, 3b, 3d, 4, 9, 10, 11 and 14
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to approve the Consent Calendar.
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST FOR SMOKE-FREE WORKING ENVIRONMENT IN CITY BUILDING -
Public Service Building Employees, City Hall, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
b. REQUEST TO REQUIRE LA PETITE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL TO INSTALL
SILENT ALARM - Diane Russell, 890 Redbud Place, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
c. REQUESTS FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY DEVICES AT AUBURN AND EAST "H"
STREET, Alayne Slater & Lora Steele, Tiffany School Site
Council, 1614 East "H" Street, Chula Vista, CA
The two letters relating to the intersection at Auburn and
"H" Street again emphasize the concern being expressed by the
residents regarding this intersection.
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to acknowledge letter and notify all parties
that have communicated their concern of report from Traffic
Engineer at forthcoming April 7 meeting. Further that all parties
receive a copy of report prior to meeting.
d. REQUEST TO CLARIFY ACTIONS TAKEN AT MARCH 5 MEETING - Frank
A. Scott, Chairman, Crossroads, P.O. Box 470, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
4. RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDED CONTRACT BETWEEN 'THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND WILLIAM F.
HEITER, SENIOR PLANNER, FOR CONSULTANT
SERVICES FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE
DRAFT MONTGOMERY SPECIFIC PLAN
(Director of Planning)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
La. RESOLUTION 12945 APPROVING THE CONCEPT PLAN FOR EL
RANCHO DEL REY NO. 6 PARK (Director of
Parks & Recreation)
Minutes 3 - March 24, 1987
b. RESOLUTION 12946 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA AND ONA FOR PREPARATION
OF CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS AND BID
SPECIFICATIONS FOR EL RANCHO DEL REY
NO. 6 PARK
On January 6, 1987, the City Council approved an agreement with
ONA, a landscape architectural firm to develop a concept plan for
E1 Rancho del Rey #6 Park.
Once the concept plan is approved, construction drawings and bid
specifications can be prepared. The original agreement with ONA
for the design of the concept plan included a provision for
negotiating a separate agreement with the firm for preparation of
construction documents, upon Council approval, of the concept plan.
The recommendation was that the City Council approve the concept
plan and agreement with ONA for preparation of construction
documents for E1 Rancho del Rey #6 Park.
6. RESOLUTION 12947 .SUMMARILY VACATING SURVEY NO. 145, OLD
ALIGNMENT OF OTAY LAKES ROAD (Director
of ~ublic Works/City Engineer)
A road survey was performed for a road alignment between Bonita
Road and Telegraph Canyon Road in 1898. It was recorded
February 20, 1899. In 1933, the alignment was revised by Road
Survey No. 558, which is currently in use.
The County has apparently not abandoned the old alignment, as it
has appeared in a title report of the property owned by the
applicants. In accordance with the California Streets and
Highways Code, this right-of-way may be summarily vacated by
resolution without a public hearing.
It was recommended that Council approve a refund of the unused
portion of the application fee of $1,190 to be disbursed from
Account No. 100-0730-5420.
7. ORDINANCE 2197 MODIFYING CHAPTER 18.54 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE (FLOOD PLAIN
REGULATIONS) SECOND READING &
ADOPTION (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 regulations. Failure to incorporate these
revisions would result in the City's being dropped from the
program. In that event, availability of funding for mortgages
could be adversely affected.
Minutes - 4 - March 24, 1987
8. ORDINANCE 2198 ADOPTING THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR THE PROPOSED
BONITA-SUNNYSIDE FIRE PROTECTION
ANNEXATION - FIRST READING (Continued
from meeting of March 17, 1987)
(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.
In early February LAFCO contacted City staff and expressed concern
about various legal steps and processes that had to be completed
in a timely fashion if the issue was going to be on the ballot in
November 1987.
Among the things LAFCO indicated the City would have to do were
the following:
1. Prezone the territory and conduct 'environmental review.
2. Provide LAFCO with information on anticipated City costs and
revenues so that LAFCO can complete a Fiscal Impact Analysis.
3. Negotiate a Property Tax Agreement with San Diego County
including terms and conditions for the fire district
employees, the branch library and County park lands status.
4. Negotiate terms and conditions with the Spring Valley
Sanitation District on terms and conditions for the transfer
of capacity and any capital improvements.
The recommendation was that Council adopt the ordinance to become
effective December 31, 1987, if the petition is approved by the
voters on the November 1987 ballot.
9. REPORT STATUS OF SIGN LOCATED AT 1419 Hilltop
Drive, Liberty Pizza (Continued from
meeting of March 17, 1987) (Director of
Planning)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
10. REPORT REGARDING LETTER FROM SAM G. SNYDER,
JR., PRINCIPAL OF ROSEBANK ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL REQUESTING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT
THE INTERSECTION OF CORTE MARIA AND
FLOWER STREET (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
Minutes 5 March 24, 1987
11. REPORT ON PURCHASE OF FOUR TRACKLESS TROLLEYS
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
12. REPORT ON ESTABLISHING A SEWERAGE REPLACEMENT
FEE AND SETTING A DATE FOR PUBLIC
HEARING (Director of Public Works/City
Engineer)
All man-made works eventually deteriorate or wear out to such
extent that they can no longer function as originally intended.
Sewerage facilities are particularly subject to destructive
forces. Because of the essential service provided by sewerage
facilities, it is important that timely replacement be
undertaken. Sewerage Consultant William Harshman has prepared a
report concerning anticipated replacement needs and a program to
fund future deficiencies in the Chula Vista sewerage system.
Ordinance preparation, review, etc., are estimated to cost $2,000
to ~4,000. The proposed fee is anticipated to generate initial
income of approximately $273,000 per year.
The recommendation was that Council direct that an ordinance be
drafted and a public hearing be set for April 21, 1987, for
Council consideration incorporating the following features:
1. Creation of a Sewer Replacement Fee similar in concept to and
compatible with the existing Sewer Service Charge so as to
permit its collection with the sewer service charge.
2. Creation of a Sewer Replacement Fund with use of monies
therein restricted to replacement of structurally deficient
sewerage facilities including related evaluation,
engineering, and utility modification costs.
3. Imposition of a fee of ~0.70 per equivalent dwelling unit per
month.
13. REPORT ON INCREASE IN THE SEWERAGE FACILITY
PARTICIPATION FEE AND SETTING A DATE
FOR PUBLIC HEARING (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Council established the Sewerage Facility Participation Fee in
April 1985. During deliberations leading up to adoption of the
Ordinance (~2107), concern was expressed over the fact that Chula
Vista's fee (~300 per new equivalent dwelling unit of flow) would
be significantly lower than those of most other area agencies.
Council action on the ordinance included a condition that staff
restudy possible justifications for increasing the charge.
Minutes - 6 - March 24, 1987
The recommendation is that Council set April 21, 1987, for a
public hearing on increasing the Sewerage Facility Participation
Fee to ~600 per new EDU.
14. REPORT REGARDING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION AND
SURVEY RESULTS FROM HALECREST
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA REQUESTING
FOUR-WAY STOP SIGNS AT EAST "J" STREET
AND FLOYD AVENUE (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Pulled from Consent Calendar.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
15. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A
NEW CLUBHOUSE AND REARRANGE PARKING
AREA AT 88 "L" STREET IN THE S-90 ZONE
(Director of Planning)
REPORT 1. CONSIDERATION OF FINAL EIR-86-2 SAN
DIEGO COUNTRY CLUB CLUBHOUSE
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
REPORT 2. CONSIDERATION OF CANDIDATE CEQA
FINDINGS ON THE PROPOSED DEMOLITION OF
THE EXISTING CLUBHOUSE AND CONSTRUCTION
OF NEW FACILITY
REPORT 3. CONSIDERATION OF STATEMENT OF
OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS ON THE
COUNTRY CLUB PROJECT
RESOLUTION 1. CERTIFYING FINAL EIR 86-2, SAN DIEGO
COUNTRY CLUB CLUBHOUSE ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT
RESOLUTION 2. APPROVING THE REQUEST PCC 87-5M TO
CONSTRUCT A NEW BUILDING FOR USE AS A
COUNTRY CLUB SUBJECT TO EIGHT CONDITIONS
RESOLUTION 3. ADOPTING CANDIDATE CEQA FINDINGS ON THE
PROPOSED DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING
CLUBHOUSE AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW
FACILITY AND OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS
ON THE COUNTRY CLUB PROJECT
This being the time and place as advertised, Mayor Cox declared
the public hearing open.
Minutes 7 March 24, 1987
Director of Planning Krempl reported that this project proposal
involves the demolition and replacement of the San Diego Country
Club Clubhouse at 88 "L" Street. Because of historic/cultural
significance of the clubhouse and golf course, an environmental
impact report (EIR) was prepared.
The original environmental analysis of this project determined
that there would be a significant impact due to demolition of an
existing building with historical significance. When the Planning
Commission considered the Final EIR for this project, they
determined that because of the modifications to the structure
there would be no significant impact as a result of the demolition
and that a negative declaration should be prepared. A negative
declaration for the project was adopted by the Planning Commission
at their meeting of February 25, 1987.
The recommendation of the City Attorney's Office and the Planning
Department was:
1. Certify EIR 86-2 on the proposed Country Club project.
2. Adopt a motion to approve the request, PCC-87-5M, to
construct a new building for use as a Country Club subject to
certain conditions.
3. Adopt Candidate CEQA Findings for EIR 86-2, and adopt a
statement of overriding circumstances on the proposed Country
Club Project.
Environmental Review Coordinator Doug Reid discussed the
recommendations of staff and introduced Maria Burke-Lia,
consultant to the Planning Department on this project and a
specialist on historic buildings. Her report reflected a
significant environmental impact on the area should the clubhouse
be demolished due to the historical and cultural significance of
the structure built in 1921 by Richard Requa, not only to the City
of Chula Vista, but to the whole region.
She analyzed several alternative: demolition would be the no
project alternative and that this alternative, although feasible,
would not result in the restoration of the historic building; a
structural renovation analysis conducted under the State Building
Code subsequent to the distribution of the EIR resulted in an
analysis by the club that showed that seismic consideration could
be met within the existing structure by certain structural
modifications to the building; construction of a new clubhouse
somewhere on the club property; and construction of a second
clubhouse at another location on the property. Other site options
were discussed and analyzed in the EIR.
Minutes - 8 - March 24, 1987
Julie Shilling, Assistant Planner stated the existing clubhouse is
a one-story structure with approximately 23,000 square feet of
space serviced by a 148 space parking lot. The applicants want to
demolish and make the structure 36,140 square feet (a two-story
structure) with the appearance of a one-story building. The
par~ing lot would be redesigned to accommodate 197 parking spaces.
The Major Land Use Permit application was heard before the
Montgomery Planning Committee on February 18, 1987 and the
Committee voted to approve the Major Use Pemit subject to a number
of conditions. Significant amount of controversy over the
property demolition resulted in a petition of 102 signatures
received early in the processing of the permit and 354 signatures
subsequent to that.
Director of Planning Krempl explained that the applicant submitted
an architectural and structural survey of the existing building
referred to by Miss Burke-Lia. It is structurally infeasible to
add a second story to the existing building and to the building
could not be expanded without encroaching onto the golf course or
adjacent "L" Street.
Staff recommended approval of the project subject to a number of
conditions.
Staff is also requesting that the Country Club explore the
possibility of retaining the historical structure by relocating it
to another location, or incorporating the north facade or portions
of the north facade into the new clubhouse design.
Director Krempl reviewed the conditions of approval noting that
they address some Engineering and Fire Safety requirements which
are needed to bring the proposed project up to City standards;
review approval by the Design Review Committee; applicant to
submit a landscape plan subject to approval by the City Landscape
Architect due to the number of mature trees which are on-site that
would be destroyed; concerns about traffic safety on eastbound "L"
Street with respect to right hand turns being made into the
clubhouse; the City Engineer is to review the access to the site
to determine what additional measures will be taken to alleviate
the situation; requirement for two street lights to be installed
along the property to alleviate the darkness on that approach.
Councilman Nader questioned any traffic impact from the project in
terms of the EIR process.
Assistant Planner Shilling replied that due to no increase of
intensity in land use, traffic would remain the same as the
existing use: there would be no impact.
Minutes - 9 - March 24, 1987
Walter Haase, 3333 5th Avenue, San Diego 92103, President of the
San Diego Country Club asked for Council support. He brought with
him their consultants from HCH, Tony Ambrose, 4866 Viewridge
Avenue, San Diego 92123; Architect Bruce Bartosik, 200 Baker
Street, Ste. 201, Costa Mesa 92626, from Klagis, Carter & Vale,
legal counsel; and Steve Oggel, Club member.
Mrs. Irene Bushong, 856 Country Club Drive, Chula Vista 92010
spoke against demolition of the club due to historical value,
questioning the validity of one of the statements in the EIR as to
members having had the opportunity to vote against demolition or
for consideration of renovation. She stated that the club members
never had the opportunity to vote on the subject after the last
analysis.
Kile Morgan, National City, spoke in support of renovation of the
Country Club and asked Council's support to not tear the building
down but to work with the San Diego Country Club staff to keep the
Club and golf course intact.
Mr. Haase stated a group was formed to look at the problems and
make recommendations to the membership. These recommendations
were as follows: minor remodeling; major remodeling or a new
facility. After eleven months of study by the Committee, a report
was mailed to the membership and they were invited to attend a
general meeting. At that time the minimum remodeling cost was
~1.7 million, the major remodeling cost was ~3 million and new
construction was $3.5 million.
Mr. Vernon Pendergraft, speaking in support of the Country Club
and historical building, asked whose money is being spent on this
project and why the City is getting involved in making the
decision for the San Diego Country Club.
Mayor Cox replied that it is the golf courses money that is being
spent and that the City is involved because this is a matter of a
land use issue and a historical site/building.
Mike Green, 43 Palomar Drive, Chula Vista, said membership
interest has increased over the last few months due, he feels, to
the fact that they have finally neared the end of this project..
He stated that even though there is a $5,000 assessment plus the
membership fee to join the SDCC, the parties feel it will be to
their advantage to have the new Club and additional facilities for
their enjoyment/use.
Bruce Bartosik explained their solution to the SDCC remodeling
problem stating they tried to keep the same style of building
rather than try to sway from the original Spanish California
style architect. They feel the new building will meet the
criteria of all involved.
Minutes - 10 March 24, 1987
There being no further testimonies either for or against, the
public hearing was closed.
MS (Nader/Moore) to accept the EIR (15 B-l) certifying final EIR
86-2 SDCC Clubhouse Environmental Impact Report.
AMENDMENT TO MOTION
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to amend Condition "C" by adding a condition to
the project which would be implementation of mitigation measure
number one on page 9 of the EIR just adopted, which was that the
exterior be preserved and that the Design Review Committee review
this.
Councilman Nader added preservation is not applicable with a
two-story structure; however, there might be a way to accommodate
both interests with project implementation. The intent of his
amendment is that if the Design Review Committee found that it was
cost prohibitive, then it would come back to Council for
consideration. He could not vote for something with an overriding
consideration as long as they Council has before them indicates
this condition might work.
Councilman Moore clarified the motion at hand, "Design of new
construction should be required to preserve the significant
features of the historical club as set forth in item 1, page 9, of
the EIR subject to the approval of the Design Review Board."
SECOND AMENDMENT TO MOTION
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to amend Condition "D" to explicitly state that
the intent of the amendment is a tree for a tree mitigation.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to accept item 15 B-3.
Councilman Nader had concerns that since they had amendments to
resolution number 2 the wording may not be correct. He asked
staff to redraft the language of the resolution to conform with
the action they took.
City Attorney Harron indicated that the Environmental Review
Coordinator may want to take a look at rewording the entire set of
findings.
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to amend the resolution to the conditions of
resolution #2.
Minutes - 11 - March 24, 1987
Mayor Cox asked staff to work with the SDCC staff to see if it is
feasible to notice that the building may be available for other
types of uses and have the City explore the possibility of storing
the building; he would like to see if there is a possibility of
potential City use at some point in the future, or some other
community use that the preservation of the historical building be
preserved.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) that City staff work with the San Diego Country
Club and pursue the possibility of storing/preservation of the
building for other community uses.
16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Dr. Carlos Sanchez, 1635 Third Avenue, Chula Vista expressed
concern with the conditions around the Otay and Montgomery
Elementary Schools. He stated that there are no sidewalks,
lighting and generally, the area is in bad condition and
looks terrible. He asked that the Council take a look at
this area.
Mayor Cox stated that this area had been included in the last
Council tour and cited some of the future expenditures and
plans for the area.
PULLED ITEMS
a. REQUEST FOR SMOKE-FREE WORKING ENVIRONMENT IN CITY BUILDING
Public Service Building Employees, City Hall, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
The City Council adopted a smoking policy for non-public
areas of City buildings on January 28, 1986. In conformity
with that policy, air cleaners were purchased and installed
in employee lounges in various City buildings. One of the
conditions of the policy was that it would be re-evaluated
about six months after its implementation.
Since any potential change in the current smoking policy is
the subject of Meet and Confer sessions, it was recommended
that staff meet with the various employee groups and discuss
the matters raised in the petition and that any matters
relating to the City's position on this matter be held in
Closed Session at an appropriate time.
MSUC (Nader/Cox) that this matter be discussed at a later Closed
Session at negotiation time.
b. REQUEST TO REQUIRE LA PETITE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL TO INSTALL
SILENT ALARM - Diane Russell, 890 Redbud Place, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
Minutes - 12 March 24, 1987
This was a letter petition from a neighborhood urging the
Council to require the preschool located on East "J" Street
to install a silent type security alarm system instead of the
one they are presently using that repeatedly goes off at all
times of the day and night. The Director of the Academy was
contacted and informed staff that they have disconnected the
alarm and are now in the process of taking proposals for a
new system that will be more effective.
It was recommended that the petition be acknowledged and
referred to staff for continued monitoring by the Police
Department.
MSUC (Cox/Nader) to accept staff recommendation.
MSUC (Moore/Nader) to have the City Attorney review the ordinance
and submit potential changes.
d. REQUEST TO CLARIFY ACTIONS TAKEN AT MARCH 5 MEETING Frank
A. Scott, Chairman, Crossroads, P.O. Box 470, Chula Vista,
CA 92010
City staff was directed to study and make a recommendation to
the Council regarding the creation of a General Plan
Oversight Committee prior to June 1, 1987. The City Manager
reported staff is studying that proposal, as well as
beginning the process of developing performance standards,
which can be before the Council for conceptual approval prior
to June 1, 1987.
The recommendation was that Crossroads be advised that every
effort will be made to meet this target date and all growth
management controls adopted will be applicable to any project
for which a General Plan Amendment has not been approved.
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to accept recommendation from staff but remove
the last statement of said recommendation.
4. RESOLUTION 12951 APPROVING AMENDED CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND WILLIAM F.
HEITER, SENIOR PLANNER, FOR CONSULTANT
SERVICES FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE
DRAFT MONTGOMERY SPECIFIC PLAN
(Director of Planning)
The City of Chula Vista, in February 1986 contracted with Mr.
Heiter for his planning services in conjunction with the
preparation of a Specific Plan for the recently-annexed Montgomery
Community.
Minutes - 13 - March 24, 1987
Director of Planning Krempl estimated that the completion of the
Draft Montgomery Specific Plan will require an additional nine
months of service by Mr. Heiter. The proposed extension
incorporates a request that Mr. Heiter's annual compensation be
increased by 5% from ~35,000 to 436,750.
The cost of Mr. Heiter's services for the balance of the 1986-87
fiscal year will be defrayed by the Planning Department's current
salary savings.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
9. REPORT STATUS OF SIGN LOCATED AT 1419 Hilltop
Drive, Liberty Pizza (Continued from
meeting of March 17, 1987) (Director of
Planning)
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. At the March 17 meeting, this item was continued
to the meeting of March 24, 1987.
Staff reported Council has at least three options:
1. Continue to stay enforcement for 120 days subject to the
applicant's concurrence to remove it at the end of that time
period.
2. Proceed with enforcement at this time.
3. Advise the applicant that he should apply for a variance with
the Planning Commission. The matter would then be decided by
them following a public hearing with possible appeal to the
City Council.
Mr. & Mrs. Pendergraft, 1 Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista 92011;
Joan ?ospichal, 2 Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista 92011; and Dolores
Daw, 735 "A" Avenue, Coronado, spoke in favor of allowing the
Liberty Pizza sign to remain.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to ratify previous action and accept option ~3.
10. REPORT REGARDING LETTER FROM SAM G. SNYDER,
JR., PRINCIPAL OF ROSEBANK ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL REQUESTING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT
THE INTERSECTION OF CORTE MARIA AND
FLOWER STREET (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
Minutes 14 - March 24, 1987
In October 1983, Mr. Sam G. Snyder, Jr., Principal of Rosebank
Elementary School, requested the installation of four-way stops at
the intersection of Flower Street and Corte Maria Avenue to "stop
the speeders passing in front of the school." In November 1983,
the Commission concurred with staff recommending denial of the
request for the four-way stop at the intersection of Flower Street
and Corte Maria Avenue.
In October 1986, Mr. Snyder again requested the installation of
the four-way stops. Staff concluded that there had been no
significant change in traffic characteristics at this location in
the past three years, particularly as it involved traffic speed
and/or safety, and recommended that four-way stops not be
installed at this time. The Safety Commission recommended the
installation of the four-way stop.
Mr. Snyder and Robert Torbett of the Safety Commission spoke in
favor of the four-way stop.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to support the recommendation of the Safety
Commission and install the four-way stop at Flower Street and
Corte Maria Avenue.
tl. REPORT ON PURCHASE OF FOUR TRACKLESS TROLLEYS
(Director of Public Works/City Engineer)
At its meeting on November 18, 1986, Council accepted a staff
report which recommended that the Transit Division issue a Request
for Proposal (RFP) to solicit information from various trackless
trolley manufacturers pertaining to vehicle specifications, design
and cost. SCOOT is considering purchasing four trolleys to
operate on CVT Route 706 (Downtowner) and a new Bayfront route.
Five proposals were received on February 12, 1987. The Transit
Division has completed its evaluation of the proposals. It is
staff's conclusion that two manufacturers, Chance Coach, Inc and
Specialty Vehicles Corporation best meet the criteria and
specifications detailed in the RFP, specifically regarding
construction of a heavy duty transit vehicle of proven design, and
physical appearance.
The recommendation was for Council to select Chance Coach, Inc. to
manufacture four trolleys for SCOOT and recommend to SCOOT Board
that the Transit Coordinator develop detailed specifications and
negotiate a contract with Chance Coach, Inc.
The estimated total cost to purchase four Chance Coach, Inc.
trolleys is $704,000, including tax and factory pre-delivery
inspection by the Equipment Maintenance Superintendent. The
expenditure of ~704,000 this fiscal year would leave a balance in
the Chula Vista TDA reserve of approximately ~900,000.
Minutes 15 - March 24, 1987
Walter Young, Fort Worth, Texas, of Chance Coach, Inc.; John R.
Smith of Orlando, Florida of T.V.I. Trolley Manufacturer; and
David J. Duea, San Diego Fire Equipment/Federal Motors, 266-11th
Avenue, San Diego spoke on each of the trolleys they represent.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to continue this item until such time as the
Councilmembers view each trolley for evaluation.
14. REPORT REGARDING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION AND
SURVEY RESULTS FROM HALECREST
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA REQUESTING
FOUR-WAY STOP SIGNS AT EAST "J" STREET
AND FLOYD AVENUE (Director of Public
Works/City Engineer)
In a written communication received on January 5, 1987, Diane
Gustafson, representing the Halecrest Elementary School PTA
requested that staff and Safety Commission prepare a report and
recommendation on a request for a four-way stop sign at East "J"
Street and Floyd Avenue for the purpose of providing a safe
crossing for children who attend Halecrest Elementary School. The
survey cites excessive speeds on East "J" Street as the major
problem. A request for four-way stops was previously considered
by and denied by the Safety Commission at its meeting of September
12, 1985.
The Safety Commission now recommends the four-way stop
installation. Staff recommends that four-way stops not be
installed, but that flashing yellow beacons be installed to
improve school crossing safety.
Appropriation of ~20,000 from the Traffic Signal Fund will be
required for initial construction of the flashers. Annual
operating costs for energy and maintenance will be approximately
~1200 and will be covered in the Department's operating budget.
The recommendation was that the City Council direct staff to
return with a resolution appropriating funds for the installation
of flashing yellow beacons.
Speaking in opposition to the staff recommendation were Officer
C.D. Torres, Robert C. Maxwell, Pamela Ann Dennis, Chuck Ramm and
Luis Saucedo.
Speaking in favor of the recommendation were Roy Sheppard, Tom
Phillips, Robert Torbett and Robert Montgomery.
MSUC (Nader/Moore) to accept the Safety Commission recommendation
and install the four-way stop.
Minutes - 16 - March 24, 1987
17. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
a. City Manager expressed opposition to the Legislative Bill
AB 169 (Hannigan) Local Agencies: Reorganizations
b. Chula Vista High School is having a carnival again this
year. City Manager Goss stated staff will work closely to
avoid problems experienced in other years.
c. County Senior Softball League is looking for persons to play
on their League.
d. There will be a Community meeting on March 31, 1987 at
Woodlawn Park Community Center.
18. MAYOR'S REPORT
a. May 7, 1987 at 1:00 p.m. is Chula Vista Day at the Padres,
sponsored by San Diego Trust & Savings.
b. Mayor Cox discussed AB 200 (Clute) Veterans' Home of
California.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to refer back to staff for decision on what to do
if Chula Vista is considered for this project.
c. Proposal for Model Filming Ordinance support is urged by
Governor Deukmejian.
MSUC (Cox/Nader) to refer to staff to work on maintaining a film
catalog for filming opportunities and look to the California Film
Office for the proper ordinance.
19. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilman Moore discussed the SANDAG Water Budget proposal.
b. MSUC (Nader/Cox) for a Closed Session to discuss Sierra v.
Coastal Commission, Evergreen v. Chula Vista and Potential
Litigation
The City Council recessed at 11:32 to Closed Session. The Acting
Secretary was excused and the City Manager reported the session
ended at 12:20 a.m.
ADJOURNMENT AT 12:20 a.m. to the joint Council
Conference/Redevelopment Agency meeting on March 26 at 4 p.m, to
the Community Forum meeting on March 31 at 7:00 p.m. and to the
regularly scheduled meeting of April 7, 1~7/ at 4 ~;~ ~, ~/_~
Mary C Acting
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MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held March 24, 1987
The City Council met in the Council Chamber at the Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7 p.m. with
the following
Councilmen present: Cox, Moore, Nader
Councilmen absent: McCand]iss, Malcolm
ADJOURNM2ENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11:32 p.m. until Thursday
March 26 at 4 .p.m. in the Council Conference
Room, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
I, Jennie M. Fulasz, City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, DO
HEREBY CERTIFY that this is a full, true and correct copy of an order
by the City Council at the meeting of 3/24/87
~ity of Chula Vista, California
I also certify that on 3/25/87 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. I posted a copy
of said order at a conspicuous place on or near the door of the place at which
said meeting of 3/24/87 was held.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING ORDER
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) ss OF ADJOUP~NMENT OF M2~ETZ:~G
CITY OF CHULA VISTA )
I, Jennie M. Fulasz being first duly sworn depose and say,:
That I am t~he duly chosen, qualified and acting City Clerk of the
City Co~cil of the City of Chula Vista;
That the requl~r meeting of the Cottncil of the City of
Chula Vista was held March 2~ 1987
and said meeting was adjou, rned to the time and place specified in
the order of adjournment ATTACHED HERETO:
That on March 26 at t~he hour of 9:00 a.m.
I posted a copy of said order at a conspicuous place on or near
the door of the place at which said me~ting of 3/24/87
was held.
City Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
day of
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Notary Public ~n and for said County
and State of Califo~ia
MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHUIJk VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Held March 24, 1987
The City Council met in the Council Chamber at the Public Services
Building, 276 Fourth Avenue on the above date at 7:00 p.m. with
the following
Councilmen present: Cox, Nader, Moore
Councilmen absent: McCand]iss, Ma]c0]m
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11:35 .p.m. until Thursday
March 26 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Conference
Room, City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
I, Jennie M. Fulasz, City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, DO
HEREBY CERTIFY that this is a full, true and correct copy of an order
by the City Council at the meeting of March 24, 1987
SZ, CMC, CITY CLERK
City of Chula Vista, California