HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1983/10/11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, October ll, 1983 Council Chamber
7:00 p.m. Public Services Building
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Mayor Cox, Councilmembers Scott, Moore
McCandliss
Councilmembers absent: Malcolm
Staff present: Acting City Manager Asmus, City Attorney
Harron
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, 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 SEPTEMBER 27, 1983
MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to approve the minutes.
2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
a. RESOLUTION 11397 APPOINTING TOM HARRON AS THE NEW CITY ATTORNEY {Mayor
Cox)
Mayor Gregory Cox and the City Council announced the appointment of Thomas J.
Harron as City Attorney of Chula Vista, California.
Mr. Hatton has served as Assistant City Attorney since August 15, 1977 and has
been Acting City Attorney since the 1st of July 1983.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
b. OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY APPOINTED CITY ATTORNEY {City Clerk)
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Thomas Harron,
newly-appointed City Attorney.
c. INTRODUCTION OF AMERICAN FIELD SERVICES (AFS) STUDENTS (City Clerk}
Wahizah Abdul Wahid Marlena Bennytan
Minna Kristiena Taipale Maria Iannino
Franclos Dussenne Alexandra Holmes
Precious Mphaklane Charles Kiman
Esperanza Lanchez Neusa Watanabo
Thora Gunnarsdottir
Mrs. Doris Cox introduced the students of the American Field Service
International Intercultural Association.
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15. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REMOVAL OF PARKING ON "L" STREET FROM
MONSERATE AVENUE TO CUYAMACA AVENUE TO PROVIDE FOR
INSTALLATION OF A TWO-WAY LEFT TURN LANE {City
Engineer)
Mayor Cox reported that a continuation of two weeks has been requested on this
item.
Mr. Robert Roelle, 158 East "L" Street, Chula Vista, said he received the
staff report concerning this item which stated there were seven accidents in
this area. He stated there are ten accidents and demanded that the reports of
the other three accidents be delivered to him. In answer to Council's query,
City Attorney Harron explained that accident records are public records and,
as a courtesy, they can be made available to Mr. Roelle. There is a slight
charge for reproducing the documents. Mayor Cox asked the City Clerk to see
that this information is provided to Mr. Roelle.
MSUC {Cox/Moore) to continue Item No. 15 for two weeks - to the meeting of
October 25.
18. REPORT GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE, PHILOSOPHY FOR GREENS FEE
ADjUST~NT, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPMENT
PLAN {Continued from the meeting of 9/27/83)
(Director of Parks and Recreation)
Mayor Cox announced there has been a request by the Director of Parks and
Recreation to continue this item for one week.
MSUC {Cox/Scott) to continue this item to the meeting of October 18, 1983.
3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. REQUEST FOR FREE PARKING ON FOUNDER'S DAY (October 15) {Downtown
Committee}
The Downtown Association requested free parking on Saturday, October 15, in
conjunction with the Fiesta de la Luna and Founder's Day celebration.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) meter parking be free (where the meter parking is) for
October 15 only.
b. REQUEST FOR RECISION OF CHULA VISTA WOODS SUBDIVISION JUST COK~ENSATION
RESOLUTION {Michael Spata}
Mr. Michael Spata, representing United Enterprises, requested Council rescind
Resolution No. 11224 which established just compensation for the acquisition
of a right-of-way for the East Naples Street extension for Chula Vista Woods
and authorizing the City to offer the compensation to the owner. Mr. Spata
stated there is presently no subdivision application on file; therefore making
the resolution premature; a specific plan must be approved by the County of
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San Diego for the realignment of East Naples Street which will take at least
one year; and the developer's appraisal is substantially defective because
there is no allowance for actual severance damage.
MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) to rescind the resolution and to notify Mr. Spata of
this action.
c. REQUEST FOR CALIFORNIA CITIES FOR CABLE COALITION FINANCIAL SUPPORT
(Mayor Zeltner, Lakewood)
Mr. Paul Zeltner, Mayor of the City of Lakewood, requested Chula Vista join
the Cities for Cable Coalition on the basis of a l~ per capita contribution as
a lobbying effort regarding cable t.v.
In a written report to Council, the City Manager stated S66 is being perceived
by many cities as an undesirable federal cable bill; however, it was developed
in consultation and support of the U. S. Conference of Mayors. The Wirth Bill
is more favorable for certain cities. With Chula Vista's franchise, neither
bill would have any particular impact on the City even if it were revised
along the lines roposed by the California Cities and Counties for Cable. He
recommended the ~tter be "received."
MSUC (Moore/Cox) the letter be received and filed.
d. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY
(1) Terry Norburn 4240 Menlo Avenue, #4, San Diego
A claim was filed by Terry Norburn alleging she was negligently advised
by the City Personal Assistance Services Consultant, Duane Rogers, not to
file a criminal complaint against an alleged assailant. In turn, the
assailant filed charges against the claimant for false imprisonment,
battery, libel, slander, and conspiracy. The claimant is seeking general
damages, attorney fees and litigation costs.
(2) Howard Garner, 165 Glover ~treet #D, Chula Vista
A claim was filed by Howard Garner, represented by Donald Meloche, in the
amount of 575,000.00. The claimant is seeking damages for personal
injuries as a result of being struck by a motorcycle operated by an
off-duty Chula Vista police officer who was operating his own personal
motorcycle.
MSUC (Cox/Moore) to reject the claims.
e. REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF "WELCOMING" SIGNS AT ENTRANCES TO THE CITY
(American Association of University Women)
The American Association of the University Women requested markers or City
signs be installed at the entrances to the City and suggested they be of a
welcoming nature which would list national organizations having membership in
the City of Chula Vista.
City Council Meeting - 4 - October ll, 1983
In a written report to the City Council, the City Manager stated the subject
of installing welcome or entry signs has been referred to the staff for
report. This report will focus on a general sign rather than one which will
permit individual groups and organizations to be referenced on the sign. A
letter explaining this referral and its status is being transmitted to the
Chula Vista Branch of the American Association of University Women.
MSUC (Moore/Cox) to file the letter since staff is advising the individual by
letter.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS
4. PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-83-24 TO
CONSTRUCT A 13-UNIT SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING PROJECT AT
411-415 PARK WAY (Director of Planning)
a. RESOLUTION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-83-24 TO
CONSTRUCT A 13-UNIT HOUSING PROJECT AT 411-415 PARK
WAY
The applicant is requesting permission to construct a 13-unit senior citizen
housing project on approximately 0.23 acres of property located at 411-415
Park Way in the R-3 zone.
On September 14, 1983, the Planning Commission:
1. Found that this project would have no adverse environmental impacts
and adopted the Negative Declaration issued on IS-83-29 which is
forwarded for Council adoption.
2. Recommended approval of the request in accordance with their
Resolution PCC-83-24.
On September 15, 1983, the Design Review Committee approved the design of the
project.
Councilwoman McCandliss noted this item has been set for a public hearing;
however, it has not been referred to the Commission on Aging for their input.
MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to refer this item to the Senior Citizens Commission
on Aging for review and comments and then to be set for a public hearing after
that time.
Councilman Scott said he is concerned about the problem of the parking
requirements which requires only a little over one-half space per unit. He
would like to see the Commission take note of his concern.
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5. ORAL COMMUNCIATIONS
a. David E. Foreman, 1653 Pt. Cabrillo Court, Point Robinhood Subdivision,
read a letter he wrote concerning the BKK installation at Otay. He noted
the BKK plant was allowed to build without an environmental impact report
and felt it was located only to take advantage of projected industrial
growth on Otay Mesa.
b. Larry McKenna, 1347 Mt. View Lane, Chula Vista, complained of the Council
Conference held on September 29 regarding hazardous waste noting the
people in the audience were not allowed to testify. Mr. McKenna also
discussed the proposed Otay Valley Redevelopmerit District questioning the
$50,000 allocation for the study and "other costs." He urged the Council
to hold public hearings and a governmental review of this project prior
that althoug some industrial would be good
to any action. Commenting h
for the area, he feels added industry will add to the problem of air
pollution.
Mayor Cox explained the General Plan for this particular area was designated
at least 15 years ago for industrial development. The proposed redevelopment
does not change that plan. The Mayor added there will be public hearings
before the Planning Commission, the City Council and the Board of Supervisors
prior to any implementation of the plan.
Councilwoman McCandliss asked Mr. McKenna why he did not respond to her
letters in which she offered to meet with him and other concerned citizens in
the area. Mr. McKenna remarked he was out of town and would arrange to meet
with her.
Council discussion followed in which the Councilmembers expressed their
comments regarding having a redevelopment district in that area. Councilman
Moore noted the "P" Modifying District has been imposed which would allow
strict control over any development in the area.
c. Bob Norman, 908 Mission Avenue, questioned whether Item No. 4, the public
hearing on the Senior Citizen Housing, would be going back to the
Planning Commission now that there is concern regarding parking.
The Mayor stated it would not; however, the staff would review this aspect
prior to coming back to the City Council.
d. Mrs. Bess Parkington, 656 Glover Avenue, expressed her concerns regarding
the placement of a rope across the front seat in the Council Chamber on
the hazardous waste conference.
The Mayor explained it was just an attempt to reserve the front row seats for
the participants and apologized for the use of the rope.
City Council Meeting - 6 - October ll, 1983
CONSENT CALENDAR {Items Nos. 6-10)
MSUC (Scott/Cox) to approve the Consent Calendar.
6. RESOLUTION 11398 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE CHULA VISTA LAND USE
PLAN TO THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION (Community
Development Director)
On October 3, 1983, the Mayor, Councilwoman McCandliss and the City Manager
submitted the plan to the Coastal Commission Director in San Francisco. At
that time, the Director stated it would be appropriate to have the City
Council's concurrence of submittal.
The Land Use Plan that is being presented to the State Coastal Commission
consists of all the documents that were discussed at the September 21st joint
meeting of the Planning Commission and Redevelopment Agency. The amendments
to the draft Land Use Plan have been incorporated into the final document.
Major changes from the draft incorporate a park on Gunpowder Point, two-way
access to Gunpowder Point from the mainland, and revisions in order to
accommodate the needs of the Unified Port District.
7. RESOLUTION 11399 APPROPRIATING $4,300 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF FENCING
ALONG THE WALKWAY CONNECTING HILLTOP PARK WITH FIRST
AVENUE AND ADJACENT TO THE TELEGRAPH CANYON CREEK
UNDERCROSSINGS AT SECOND AVENUE AND AT "L" STREET
(City Engineer)
At the meeting of August 30, 1983, Council accepted a report on Telegraph
Canyon Creek (Fourth Avenue to Hilltop Drive) drainage problems submitted by
the City Engineer, City Attorney and the Director of Public Works Operations.
One of the recommendations discussed in the report and accepted by Council was
for the City Engineer to return with a resolution appropriating funds to
construct fencing along the walkway connecting Hilltop Park with First Avenue
and adjacent to the Telegraph Canyon Creek undercrossings at Second Avenue and
at "L" Street. The estimated cost of this work is $4300.
8. RESOLUTION ll400 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD,
HILLTOP DRIVE TO ~LROSE AVENUE (City Engineer)
A.B.C. Construction Company, Inc. completed the public improvements on
September 7, 1983. All discrepancies were noted and reviewed with the project
superintendent and all corrective work performed. A final inspection was made
on September 20, 1983, and all work was found to be in accordance with the
plans and specifications and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
City Council Meeting - 7 - October ll, 1983
9. RESOLUTION ll401 ACCEPTING DRAINAGE EASEMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
DRAINAGE FACILITIES AS PART OF THE COLORADO AVENUE
STORM DRAIN PROJECT {City Engineer)
In 1982-83, funds were budgeted in the CIP Program for the construction of a
drainage system to eliminate the flooding in the Price Club area. This is a
joint project between the Price Club and the City of Chula Vista. The storm
drain project goes across the Price Club property northerly to Naples Street
then north on Colorado Avenue and into Telegraph Canyon Creek.
lO. RESOLUTION 11402 ACCEPTING PUBLIC I~ROVEMENTS - CONSTRUCTION OF
SIDEWALK RAI~S 1982-83 PROGRAM ON THE FEASTER,
MUELLER AND VISTA SQUARE AREAS (City Engineer)
G. Spikes, under the contract for the sidewalk ramps, constructed 39 ramps in
the Feaster, Mueller and Vista Square areas of the City. This work was
completed on September 21, 1983. A final inspection was made on September 23
and all work was found to be in accordance with the plans and specifications
and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
End of Consent Calendar
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
11. RESOLUTION 11403 APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA EMPLOYEE'S
ASSOCIATION FOR 1983-84 (Director of Personnel)
The City's negotiating team has concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
with the Chula Vista Employees Association (CVEA), which has been ratified by
their membership. Various changes to the existing MOU consist of
1. a 4.9% salary increase to be paid to all represented classes. An
additional 1% of salary will be paid by the City into the employees
Public Employees Retirement System contribution.
2. The Market Basket increase to $1,225 per year.
3. In cases where the retirement system retroactively changes the base
upon which an employee must pay retirement contributions, the City
will pay 50% of the employees' retroactive charge.
The total additional cost for the compensation package is $349,187.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN McCANDLISS, the reading of the text was
waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
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12. RESOLUTION 11404 AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ACTING TENNIS
PROFESSIONAL (Parks and Recreation Director)
On August 23, 1983, the City negotiated an interim appointment until
December 31, 1983 with Mr. A1Hopp to complete the contract year of the former
Tennis Professional, Gary Quandt. Mr. Hopp submitted his resignation on
September 2, 1983 to accept a position out of state. To keep continuity in
the tennis program at the Chula Vista Tennis Center, the Director of Parks and
Recreation recommended Ceaser Regundin be appointed as acting Tennis
Professional until such time as a study of the Tennis Professional and Tennis
Center can be completed by his department.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by
uanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
13. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF DEFENSE FEES FOR
COUNCILMAN FRANK A. SCOTT AND APPROPRIATING MONIES
THEREFOR (City Attorney)
AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILMAN SCOTT, COUNCIL ACTION ON THIS ITEM HAS BEEN
DEFERRED TO A LATER DATE,
14. RESOLUTION 11405 APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND SAN DIEGO TRANSIT CORPORATION
(SDTC) FOR TRANSIT SERVICE DURING FY 1983-84 (City
Engineer)
On June 7, 1983, Council approved a FY 1983-84 agreement between the City and
SDTC for transit service provided by Routes 29 and 32. On July 26, 1983,
Council approved a modification to SDTC Route 32 in Chula Vista. Effective
September ll, 1983, Route 32 terminated at the "H" Street Trolley Station
instead of proceeding north on Broadway Avenue to National City. Council's
decision to terminate Route 32 at the "H" Street Trolley Station was a result
of the City of National City's decision to no longer contract with SDTC for
Route 32 service in National City effective September ll, 1983. This first
amendment to the FY 1983-84 agreement updates Route 32 mileage, passenger, and
cost figures for FY 1983-84 resulting from the cutback in service miles
operated by Route 32 within Chula Vista. This service change has reduced
Chula Vista's contract cost from $154,262 to $111,872, a difference of $42,390.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
15. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REMOVAL OF PARKING ON "L" STREET FROM
MONSERATE AVENUE TO CUYAMACA AVENUE TO PROVIDE FOR
INSTALLATION OF A TWO-WAY LEFT TURN LANE (City
Engineer)
In response to several citizen requests and a subsequent petition for left
turn lanes on "L" Street, the Traffic EngineeringDivision has reviewed the
existing traffic striping and traffic conditions on "L" Street from Monserate
Avenue to Cuyamaca Avenue. He reports traffic volumes and accident history
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support the need for left turn pockets on "L" Street from Monserate Avenue to
Cuyamaca Avenue. The removal of on-street parking is required in order to
install the left turn lane.
He is recommending that on-street parking be removed on both sides of "L"
Street to provide for a two-way left turn between Monserate Avenue and
Cuyamaca Avenue.
The Safety Commission concurs with this recommendation.
This item has been continued for two weeks to the meeting of October 25.
16. RESOLUTION 11406 AUTHORIZING CLOSURE OF EAST "H" STREET BETWEEN HIDDEN
VISTA SUBDIVISION AND BUENA VISTA WAY (City Engineer)
Daley Corporation completed the construction of public improvements on East
"H" Street between Hidden Vista Subdivision and Buena Vista Way on August ll,
1983. The City Council by Resolution 11347 accepted the public improvements
on August 16, 1983 for the purpose of having the grand opening ceremonies on
August 20, 1983 and to open East "H" Street for vehicular traffic.
There exist irregularities in the pavement surface which create a continuous
series of ridges which make the riding quality poor. Daley Corporation has
agreed to take corrective measures to improve the riding quality of the road
by grading down the ridges in the pavement.
abrasive grinding, and for the safety of the work ~ u ~a
r
City Engineer Lippitt further explained the condition of the road and the
improvements to be made.
RESOLUTION OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, the reading of the text was waived by
unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
CONTINUED MATTERS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
17. ORDINANCE 2050 AMENDING SECTIONS 6.20.020, 6.20.030 A & B, 6.20.060
OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DOG
LICENSES - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION (Director of
Finance)
At the meeting of September 27, 1983, the Council placed on first reading the
ordinance which allows the Finance Department to issue licenses that are good
for either one or two years from the month of issuance. They can then spread
the workload throughout the year and in the process eliminate the need to
prorate dog license fees.
MSUC {Moore/McCandliss) to place the ordinance on second reading. The reading
of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and approved unanimously.
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18. REPORT GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE, PHILOSOPHY FOR GREENS FEE
ADJUST~NT, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPMENT
PLAN {Continued from 9/27/83 meeting) (Director of
Parks and Recreation)
At the June 8, 1983 budget session and September 13 meeting, Council requested
further information on the golf course regarding the:
A. Basis for the proposed greens fee adjustment.
B. Reevaluation of proposed new greens fee schedule.
C. Maintenance personnel with comparisons made with municipal County courses.
D. Capital improvement and equipment plan.
E. General Information:
1. Comparison of figures FY 1980-81 to lg82-83:
a. number of golfers
b. amount of revenue
2. Junior golf program and promotion of golf course.
3. Southern California Golf Association evaluation.
The report was continued pending input from the Women's Golf Association.
This item was continued for one week to the meeting of October 18.
19. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
Acting City Manager Asmus stated staff will be scheduling a tour for the City
Council to view C.I.P. projects and the Bayfront area and questioned whether
Saturday, October 29, would be a good time to schedule this tour.
MSUC {Cox/McCandliss) to schedule the Council tour for Saturday, October 29,
1983, beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Council discussion followed regarding what they would like to view during the
tour. Councilman Scott stated he would like to view the open space districts,
especially in the area of Buckaroo Court. The Mayor asked that some of the
Community Appearance Program sites should be scheduled.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
20. REPORT REQUEST FOR CONSTRUCTION OR USE OF CITY BUILDINGS AT ROHR PARK
' BY CHULA VISTA LIVE STEA~RS (Director of Parks and Recreation)
At the August 16 meeting, Council received a request from the Chula Vista Live
Steamers requesting the City's assistance in providing a building that would
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function as a storage facility for equipment and clubhouse for members. In
addition, the Chula Vista Live Steamers requested permission to utilize the
maintenance area for parking of transporters.
The recommendation of the Director of Parks & Recreation was to:
A. Deny the Live Steamers request for:
1. Financial assistance for construction of storage and meeting
facility.
2. Usage of existing City buildings.
B. Reevaluate any future Live Steamers' request for storage facilities that
include funding and construction plans.
C. Grant permission to utilize the maintenance area for parking of
transporters during weekend operations.
The Parks & Recreation Commission concurs with this recommendation.
Director of Parks and Recreation Pfister added there is a correction on the
staff report. Under discussion under A-l, it should read" The Chula Vista
Live Steamers shall l) provide for free rides on the second weekend of each
month during daylight hours at the Chula Vista Steamers' discretion."
Councilman Moore remarked he would like to have the building on the east side
open tomorrow so he can view this particular area. Acting City Manager Asmus
suggested the entire item be continued until after the Council tour and this
area included on the tour.
MSUC {Cox/Moore} to defer this item until after the Council tour which is
scheduled for October 29.
21. REPORT SHELL OIL PROPERTY WITHIN THE BONITA GLEN SPECIFIC PLAN
{Director of Planning)
On September 13, 1983, the Planning Department submitted a report to the City
Council outlining three alternative methods in which the Shell Oil Company
property located within the Bonita Glen Specific Plan could be developed.
Because of a pending request to vacate an unnamed street {extension of Vista
Drive) within the specific plan area, the matter was continued so both items
could be considered at the same time.
MSUC {Cox/Moore) to continue this item for two weeks at the request of the
applicant.
22. REPORT "A" FRAME SIGN FOR TACO BELL RESTAURANT AT 577 "H" STREET
(Director of Planning)
On September 27, 1983, Council considered a request submitted under written
communications by the owner of the Taco Bell restaurant located at 577 "H"
Street to be allowed to use an "A" frame sign advertising specials on Sundays.
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In late August 1983 the Zoning Enforcement Officer informed the manager of the
restaurant that the "A" frame sign they were using was illegal and would have
to be removed immediately. The sign was removed and to the best of staff's
knowledge has not been used since.
The Director of Planning reports freestanding signs such as "A" frame and "I"
frame signs are not specifically prohibited by Code but rather do not meet the
criteria for freestanding signs established for each zone. The City Attorney
indicated the Code lists permitted uses and all other uses not listed are
automatically prohibited.
Principal Planner Lee corrected the staff report in the first paragraph which
stated the sign was removed and has not been used since. Mr. Lee said this
was in error. The sign was removed; however, it has appeared on site for the
last four or five weekends.
MSUC {McCandliss/Moore) to accept the staff recommendation.
23. REPORT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT {APCD) INVESTIGATION OF
PARTICULATE FALLOUT IN THE SOUTH BAY {Director of
Planning/Resource Conservation Commission)
At its August 2, 1983 meeting, the City Council directed the Resource
Conservation Commission {RCC) and staff to review the Air Pollution Control
District Report on the small particles emitted by SDG&E and their effect on
the health and property of the citizens of Chula Vista.
The Commission believes the APCD report is incomplete as it does not address
the SDG&E power plant's contribution to the level of inhalable particulates in
the study area. Since it is these small particles that are considered harmful
to health, it cannot be concluded that emissions from the plant are causing
the alleged respiratory problems of individuals in the complaint area. The
Commission recommended a more in-depth study of the affected area be
undertaken to monitor the level and nature of the inhalable particulates.
Due to the inconclusive findings of the APCD and the contradictory statements
of the affected parties, the Commission recommended a similar investigation of
inhalable and larger particles be carried out, for comparison purposes, in
another area adjacent to I-5, a region adjacent to 1-805 and less urbanized
locality of the City.
MSUC { Scott/McCandliss) to accept the staff recommendations.
24. REPORT PURCHASE OF LAND FOR PUBLIC PARKING IN THE DOWNTOWN PARKING
DISTRICT {Community Development Director/Director of Finance)
The Redevelopment Agency authorized the appraisal of a parcel of land located
on the east side of Landis near Davidson. The land is owned by the Lottie J.
Glenn Trust {Glenn's Market) and is for sale to the general public if the
Parking District does not acquire the parcel. The Redevelopment Agency
authorized the securing of an appraisal prior to making a decision.
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The recommendation is for City Council to authorize negotiations for the
purchase of the subject parcel in the amount of $100,000 from the Parking
Meter Fund.
The reason for the recommendation is:
(1) it will remove an existing blight to the area;
(2) provide additional parkin which should stimulate redevelopment in the
immediate area, particularVy on the west side of Landis;
(3) is available for sale to the City exclusively at this time.
Councilman Scott stated this action would take a 4/5ths vote of the Council
for approval and he will be voting against the proposal.
MSC (Cox/Moore) to continue this item for full Council. Councilman Scott
voted "no."
25. REPORT MODIFICATION TO CHULA VISTA TRANSIT (CVT) ROUTE 702 (City
Engineer)
In a written report to Council, Transit Coordinator Gustafson explained that
on July 26, 1983, the City Council approved route changes to CVT Routes 702
and 705 and San Diego Transit (SDT) Route 32. Effective September ll, 1983,
Route 32 was terminated at the "H" Street Trolley Station; Route 705 was
relocated from Fifth Avenue to Broadway Avenue between "E" and "H" Streets on
Monday through Saturday; and Route 702 was realigned on Sunday to serve
Broadway Avenue between "E" and "H" Street. Although the realignment of CVT
Routes 702 and 705 provides limited public transit service on Broadway between
"E" and "H" Street, there appears to be a demand for both more frequent
service on Broadway between "E" and "H" Street, and service on Broadway to "D"
Street. His report discusses a proposal to modify CVT Route 702 which would
accomplish these two service improvements.
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that area regarding the service. Mr. Gustafson added he has driven through
the area on four different occasions and has noticed three or four people
waiting for the bus at different stops. He does not have any specific counts;
however, based on the information he has received,-he feels there is a
sufficient demand to warrant the change in the service.
In answer to Councilman Moore's question concerning the cost, Mr. Gustafson
declared the deletion of Route 32 will save the City $40,000 and this service
will cost approximately $8,000 for the remainder of this year.
MSUC (Cox/Scott) to accept the staff report and recommendation.
City Council Meeting - 14 - October ll, 1983
REPORTS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
26. REPORT I~LEMENTATION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
PROGRAM (Chula Vista Safety Commission)
At the March l, 1983 meeting, the City Council accepted the Safety
Commission's report regarding the American Automobile Association's appraisal
of the City of Chula Vista's Pedestrian Safety Program.
The Safety Commission has met with the Public Information Coordinator several
times and has prepared an implementation report for Council.
It is the Safety Commission's recommendation that Council accept this report
which outlines the dissemination of information.
Chairman Joy Sheresh stated the Commission is pleased to have a "middleman"
for assistance in getting the publicity needed for the safety items.
MSUC (Scott/Cox) to accept this report.
MSUC (Moore/Scott) to have the Safety Commission add the key items which were
included in the bike report that came to the Council previously.
Councilman Moore indicated the Safety Commission should select the items for
publication.
27. MAYOR'S COMh~ENTS
a. MSUC (Moore/McCandliss) for ratification of the appointment of Robert
Ohlau to the Parking Place Commission.
b. MSUC (Cox/Moore) for a Closed Session at the end of the meeting for
purposes of litigation, personnel, and meet and confer items.
c. Mayor Cox announced the Council, acting as the Redevelopment Agency, will
be meeting in Closed Session following the Council's Closed Session to
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discuss pending litigation concerning t e W iteman property.
28. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilwoman McCandliss noted the Council Conference on hazardous waste
in which minute action was taken to form a committee for the hazardous
waste elements.
MSUC (McCandliss/Moore} to bring back as an agenda item the make-up of this
committee - the basic categories for the formation of this committee.
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b. Councilwoman McCandliss noted that during the last budget session, there
was a request by two agencies for financial support {one for a flower
shop and the other for a dell). This was to be reviewed and a report
brought back to the Council.
Director of Community Development Desrochers said staff is preparing a midterm
report on the block grants which will be ready for Council action in two weeks.
c. Councilman Moore asked the staff to consider installation of the sidewalk
at the vacant property on the south and west corner of Third and "F"
Street.
Community Development Director Desrochers noted this is Lot 6 and will report
back on this.
d. The Mayor invited everyone to the Fiesta de la Luna and Founder's Day
festivities which will take place on Saturday, October 15.
The Council recessed to closed session at 8:30 p.m. The City Clerk was
excused and the Acting City Manager reported that the meeting adjourned at
9:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT AT 9:00 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for October 18, 1983 at 7:00
p.m.
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