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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1983/06/08 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Wednesday, June 8, 1983 Council Chamber 5:00 p.m. Public Services Building BUDGET SESSION ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Mayor Cox Councilmembers McCandliss, Scott, Moore, Malcolm (arrived late) Councilmembers absent: None Staff present: City Manager Goss COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS AND BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS BUDGETS Mr. Goss informed the Council that the report on the CAP on the Utility User's Tax will be sent to them on Friday of this week to be considered Tuesday, June 14. City Manager Goss presented the Community Promotions Budget stating he combined both the Block Grant and Revenue Sharing Funds in the Community Promotion requests noting the restrictions that were locked into the various funds and their permitted uses. Mr. Goss presented the following requests and his recommendations: (1) Bonita Business and Professional Association asked for City support and services and a waiver of the fees for their annual Bonitafest in October 1983. City Manager recommended City support. (2) Chula Vista Band Review requested City support for their public band review on November 19, 1983. City Manager recommended support. (3) Chula Vista Jaycees requested $3,000 for their Fiesta de la Luna Parade (($2,500) and the Miss Chula Vista contest ($500). City Manager recommended approval of the $3,000. (4) COMBO requested $4,000 in support of the County's Visual and Performing Arts organizations. City Manager recommended no funding. (5) Del Rey Nutrition Program. The request was for $4,000 for subsidized meals for Senior Citizens at a cost of $1.20 per meal. City Manager recommended approval of the $4,000 to come out of Block Grant funds. (6) Library Chamber Concerts. The request was for $1,402 if City funds the entire series of seven concerts, or $1,250 if the Musican's Trust Fund provides matching funds for one concert. City Manager recommended approval of $1,250. City Council Meeting - 2 - June 8, 1983 (7) Meals-on-Wheels. The request was for $2,680 for home delivery of meals to shut-ins. City Manager recommended $2,460 to be taken from the Block Grant funds. (8) MAAC Project. The request was for $2,000 for a Christmas Party for children of low income families. City Manager recommended no funding. (9) Musical Theatre Production. The request was for $4,050 as initial seed money to produce a large-scale musical theatre production. The request, however was just withdrawn. (lO) South Bay Community Services (Our House). The request was for $16,800 but they have now revised this figure to $22,000. This is for materials, supplies, etc., for their program. City Manager recommended approval of the request to come from Block Grant money. (ll) Summer Concert Series. The request was for $5,930 for the summer bowl program in Memorial Park for lO concerts. City Manager recommended $4,000. (12) United Nations Day Committee. Funds requested were $380 for the sponsorship of the U.N. Day festivities in October 1983. City Manager recommended $350. (13) Daily Sunshine Preschool. The request was for $53,080 for expansion of the existing day-care program. City Manager recommended no funding. An additional request from Hallelujah for $75,000 was requested to find jobs for the unemployed. City Manager recommended no funding. Council discussion followed regarding the various fundings; funding organizations on a one-time basis; providing funding for the various organizations which then becomes an on-going funding for their existing programs; City funds should be used primarily to operate the City; the percentage of County taxes goes for Human Services which should cover most Community Promotion requests; funds approved for Community Promotions should be restricted to those that prove they are making a contribution to the City. Catheryn L~mbo, South Bay Community Services, stated they made their request to the County and were told "we are going to cut you down - go to the City". She explained the additional request of $22,000 which is needed to pay the increase in utility costs and for a 5% increase in staff's salaries. Miss Limbo described the operation of the youth center and the work that they perform. In answer to Council~ question , Director of Public Safety Winters said he endorses this project. Betty Bay, Volunteer with Meals-on-Wheels declared this was a "terrific program" which enables the people to stay in their own homes instead of nursing homes. City Council Meeting - 3 - June 8, 1983 Gretchen Evans spoke for the request for the library series stating this is the eighth year of the operation and the funds have decreased. There are a total of 75 to 80 people at each of the seven concerts. The concerts reach people of all ages. MSUC (Moore/Cox) to fund Meals-on-Wheels with the funds requested - $2,680. MSUC (Moore/Scott) to fund South Bay Community Service (Our-House) for the $16,800 plus the amount needed for an increase in the utilities only (not an increase in staff's salaries). Staff is to come back with that figure. MSUC (Scott/Moore) to accept the City Manager's budget for Community Promotions as amended. City Manager to come back with an amended budget. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS City Manager Goss presented the Budget which he explained was an increase from $8,080 to $9,020. The increase of $1,740 or 21.5% was due primarily to the increased cost of printing, posting and travel and the addition of another commission (Commission on Aging). There are 13 Boards and Commissions with a total of 81 members. Mr. Goss noted that the original request for the Commission on Aging was $480. However, they have just submitted a revised addition requesting $1,000 as seed money. They feel they need this to promote their Commission by advertising and letting the people know who they are and where they can be reached. Mr. Goss recommended the Council receive this request but to give him an opportunity to review it prior to next Tuesday's meeting. He will find out more specifically about the details of the request. PLANNING COMMISSION BUDGET The request is for $4,540. City Manager recommended $4,460. In view of the fact that no one in the Planning Commission was present to speak on this item, the Council concurred that they will reconsider it after the dinner break. Mayor Cox questioned whether anyone in the audience was present to speak on the Boards and Commission budget. Mr. Frank Chidister, Civil Service Commission, and Betty Bay, Library Board, stated they were present. CIVIL SERVICE BOARD COMMISSION The request was for $650. City Manager recommended approval of that request. Mr. Chidister stated he would like consideration be given to providing a fund for Commission members to attend conferences. He noted the conference for Civil Service next year was to be held "back east" which would cost $1,450 for one person to attend - therefore, none has been budgeted. MSUC(Cox/Moore) to approve the Civil Service Commission Budget as recommended by the City Manager. m 3 T City Council Meeting 4 June 8, 1983 LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The request was for $620. City Manager recommended $380. Mrs. Betty Bay representing the Library Board of Trustees remarked she will not comment on the budget; however, she stated that the Library Board is an important part of the City culture and should be funded. The Council concurred that they would reconsider the Library Board budget after the dinner break. The meeting recessed at 5:54 p.m. for a dinner break and reconvened at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room, City Hall. PLANNING COMMISSION BUDGET The request was for $4,540. City Manager recommended $4,460. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to approve the Planning Commission budget as recommended by the City Manager. BOARD OF APPEALS The request was for $1,650. City Manager recommended $290. Mr. John Winkelman, Chairman of the Board of Appeals explained the increase in funds requested was to send a member to the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Conference. For the past several years one member has attended. Last year was the exception. Mr. Winkelman explained that the Conference is one of technical aspects which is more of a training period for new members and which the Board as a whole considers invaluable. To date 5 of the 7 members have attended one of these conferences. Council discussion followed regarding the conference being held this year in San Antonio, Texas, and the break down of the funds being requested such as $590 for air fare. MSUC (McCandliss/Moore) to add the trip to this budget. City Manager Goss stated he is still recommending against the request based on equity to the other Commissions. The motions carried by the following vote: AYES: McCandliss, Cox, Moore Noes: Scott Absent: Malcolm MSUC (Cox/Moore) to approve the Board of Appeals budget as amended. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION The request was for $500. City Manager recommended approval of the request. MSUC(Cox/Moore) to approve the Human Relations Commission budget. City Council Meeting - 5 - June 8, 1983 INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP COMMISSION The request was for $820. City Manager recommended approval of the request. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to approve the International Commission budget. LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The request was for $620. City Manager recommended $380. City Manager Goss noted the difference in the amount was to send someone to the California Library Conference in Oakland. He recommended against this. MSUC(Moore/Scott) to approve the Library Board of Trustees budget as recommended by the City Manager. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The request was for $770. City Manager recommended $590. MSUC (Cox/Scott) to approve the Parks and Recreation Commission budget as recommended by the City Manager. RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION The request was for $1,710. City Manager recommended $890. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to approve the Resource Conservation Commission budget as recommended by the City Manager. SAFETY COMMISSION The request was $1,100. City Manager recommended $750. Mr. Oscar Vogel, member of the Safety Commission corrected the staff's report by stating that the Commission holds nine meetings a year. He stated they meet once a month. Mr. Vogel noted that their office supplies have increased by $80 and their postage request is for $400. He asked for an additional sum of $190 over what the City Manager is recommending. MSUC (Scott/Moore) to approve the Safety Commission budget in the amount of $940. COMMISSION ON AGING Request was for $1,000. City Manager recommended $490. City Manager Goss reiterated his request to refer this back to the staff for complete report at next Tuesday's meeting. MSUC (Scott/Cox) to refer this back to staff for a report on Tuesday, June 14, 1983. (Councilman Malcolm arrived at this time, 7:00 p.m.). City Council Meeting - 6 - June 8, 1983 LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGETS CITY COUNCIL City Manager Goss explained the Council's budget increase from $106,260 to $112,305, an increase of $6,045 or 5.7%. The increase is due primarily to travel and the purchase of an additional dictation unit and typewriter at a cost of $1,460. Mr. Goss added that the reclassification of the secretary position is not supported and not recommended. Councilman Malcolm commented on the dictation unit which he is proposing for purchase stating there is only one dictation unit in the office, which is in the Mayor's office. There are many times when Councilmen come in and need to dictate letters and a unit should be available for their use. Councilwoman McCandliss said she met with Councilman Malcolm briefly last week to discuss Council benefits, such as health insurance and retirement. One of the items discussed was the Mayor's expense account ($300 a month) which they felt was too high. This was provided to the Mayor at the time when his salary was quite low. Councilwoman McCandliss felt that the Council should reconsider and lower this monthly expense account. Councilman Malcolm noted the insurance being provided to the Councilmembers at a cost of $80 per month stating that he has taken advantage of this; however, Councilman Moore has his insurance with the Navy and Councilman Scott has his with his employer, (Merrill Lynch) and they do not take advantage of this benefit. Councilman Malcolm said there are inequities in the benefit package. Councilwoman McCandliss suggested that she and Councilman Malcolm meet again prior to next Tuesday's meeting and have a report ready at that time. MSUC (McCandliss/Scott) to approve the City Council's budget as recommended by the City Manager. CITY ATTORNEY City Manager Goss stated he is proposing the budget of $163,165 be increased to $167,607, an increase of $4,442 or 2.7%. The increase reflects the rise in PERS contribution for the employees and an increase in the cost of the books, equipment, maintenance and conferences. MSUC(McCandliss/Scott) to approve the City Attorney's budget as recommended by the City Manager. CITY CLERK/ELECTIONS City Manager Goss presented the City Clerk's budget which he said was down from $109,700 to $104,930, a decrease of $4,770 or 4.3%. He noted that the cost reduction was the result of no elections being scheduled for the next fiscal year; however, there is a recommendation that a new microfilm reader be purchased for $5,000. MSUC(McCandliss/Scott) to approve the City Clerk's budget as recommended by the City Manager. · 1 ' City Council Meeting - 7 - June 8, 1983 CITY ADMINISTRATION Mr. Goss explained that the budget of $310,310 is proposed to increase to $318,920 an increase of $8,610 or 2.8%. He noted that over $6,000 of the budget increase was due to increased employee retirement expense. MSUC (Moore/Scott) to approve the City Administration's budget as recommended by the City Manager. PERSONNEL/VOLUNTEERS City Manager Goss presented the budget which he stated will be up from $199,185 to $202,910 an increase of $3,725 or 1.9%. Mr. Goss referred to his written report to the Council indicating that the proposed budget projects this year's activities at next year's costs with the exception of $400 which is an anticipated increase in the cost of the Employee Assistance Service. Proposed in the training budget was $5,850 to send 21 employees to the California Specialized Training Institute in San Luis Obispo for training in connection with the completion of the Emergency Operating Center in the basement of the Police facility. City Manager recommended against this as not being cost-effective but instead to either perform the emergency operations exercises at the center or through other local training efforts. Mr. Goss stated there is an increase from $1,250 to $1,720 to offer a conference training activity for the volunteer coordinator. He is supporting this request. MSUC(McCandliss/Cox) to approve the Personnel Volunteer Budget as recommended by the City Manager. MANAGEMENT SERVICES City Manager Goss presented the budget which he stated is an increase from $455,640 to $519,960 an increase of $64,320 or 14.1%. He noted that the increase was due to the addition of the Public Information Unit at a cost of $34,230 which funds will be reimbursed from the Redevelopment Agency. The City Manager also noted that the City provides data processing to other agencies and the estimated revenue from that would be $116,500. Another reason for the increase is the monthly computer maintenance cost from Burroughs which will increase from $18,110 to $27,804 or an annual increase of $9,694. Council discussion followed regarding the PAPE work program. City Manager Goss noted the various studies pending for the analysts and added that for major studies such as an Audit of the Police Department, there may be a need to hire outside consultants to help PAPE personnel. Councilwoman McCandliss voiced her agreement that the PAPE personnel should be opened up to other departments for help. She noted that the reports coming out of this unit are excellent; however, the Council has been receiving "10 level reports" whereas they could get along with "8 level". She is not, City Council Meeting - 8 - June 8, 1983 however; supportive of bringing in any outside consultants. Councilman Moore agreed stating that he has problems with hiring outside consultants. He suggested the City Manager shift personnel to other departments to help PAPE to do the major studies adding he has problems not only with outside consultants but the number of analysts in the City. MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to approve the Management Services Budget as recommended by the City Manager. FINANCE City Manager Goss presented the Finance Budget which includes operations, purchasing, print shop and parking meters noting the decrease from $532,440 to $529,690 or a .05% decrease of $2,750. The proposal is that the number of positions assigned to the department be reduced by one. Mr. Goss explained the initial step in this proposal is to implement the results of a system in organization review which has just recently been completed. These steps should result in a department which is more automated and less labor intensive. Proposed in the budget is a purchase of a micro-processor and data input terminal, a printer and a printing stand at a cost of $9,530. The purpose of the micro processor is to automate the purchasing system. Another proposal is the purchase of a CRT terminal in modem at a purchase price of $4,200 which would be installed in the central garage. The terminal would be used for inventory control for both the central stores and the auto parts. Another proposal is to reclassify the two Clerk II positions to Account Clerks I. In addition to implementing the results of the City systems and organization review, it is proposed that $2,000 be set aside as a pilot program of outside auditing to be conducted by the City's contract or independent auditors. Council discussion followed with Director of Finance Grant explaining the method and operation of making motel audits. Councilman Moore questioned the replacement of 45 parking meters. Mr. Grant remarked these will not be replaced until after the Parking Place study has been completed in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year. Councilman Scott noted the City is one of few cities which still have penny meters and the "time of the penny meter is now gone". He requested an evaluation of this matter. MSUC(Moore/Malcolm) to approve the Finance Bud9et as recommended by the City Manager. INSURANCE City Manager Goss presented the insurance budget which is proposed to increase from $206,530 to $215,530 an increase of $8,970 or 4.3%. Councilman Scott stated he is abstaining from discussion and voting on this matter due to a possible conflict of interest. I City Council Meeting - 9 - June 8, 1983 MSUC (Cox/Moore) to approve the Insurance Budget as recommended by the City Manager. DEBT SERVICE City Manager Goss presented the Debt Service Budget explaining the increase from $169,860 to $486,270 a net increase of $317,410 or 187% which is the result of the City's obligation for parking facility Certificates of Participation. This additional expense will be reimbursed to the City from the Redevelopment Agency funds. MSUC (Cox/Moore) to approve the Debt Service Budget as recommended by the City Manager. A break was called at 7:45 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m. GOLF COURSE REVENUE City Manager Goss presented the budget which is a department request of $406,185 and his recommendation $333,290. Director of Parks and Recreation Pfister made the presentation showing graphics explaining a leasing proposal for the Golf Course. He noted the advantages and disadvantages of leasing a golf course indicating that there are four currently operating in the County. The most recent is that of the City of Oceanside. Mr. Pfister said it was difficult to make a recommendation on the leasing proposal without going out for RFP's. His recommendation was (1) the City operate the Golf Course for 1983-84; (2) to issue RFP's for responses; (3) to consider and evaluate all proposals and possible transfers of responsibilities for January 1, 1984. MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to go out for the RFP's; after they come in, if there is a substantial benefit~it is to be evaluated at that time. Councilwoman McCandliss initiated she would like to see the RFP's before they are sent out. Councilman Scott spoke on the philosophies of owning the Golf Course stating the Council should not lose sight on why the Golf Course was purchased and who they are serving. If it is to be a business venture, perhaps it should be sold and the City should get out of that business. GREENS FEES ADJUSTMENTS Director of Parks and Recreation Pfister presented a comparison chart of approximately 42 golf courses in San Diego County area noting their locations, the cost of playing 18 holes, 19 holes, playing on weekends, and the monthly passes for adults, juniors and seniors along with the resident and non-residents and high school student passes. Mr. Pfister reported this year the Golf Course stands to lose approximately $13,000 which is due primarily to the bad rainy weather experienced in the month of March and the construction of the bridges. The proposal is to make the Golf Course self-sustaining and City Council Meeting - lO - June 8, 1983 one of the options is to raise the greens fees. Mr. Pfister presented charts noting the various options and alternative plans. The one recommended by staff would be Option No. 2 in the amount of $577,057 which goes with alternative plan of "cash only" Option 2. The Parks and Recreation Commission considered the proposal approving this recommendation adding that on the non-peak times (Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p,m.) residents, juniors, and seniors be allowed to play at 50% of the normal fee. Council discussion ensued with Mr. Pfister explaining the cost of monthly passes; the need to raise the ticket prices; that Chula Vista is now No. 12 out of the 17 courses in green fees structure; the question of why the same amount is being paid by non-residents and residents; and the suggestion to charge the non-residents more fees. Councilman Moore asked if raising the fees would provide a better course and better services noting that perhaps additional personnel could be put on. Mr. Pfister indicated this is an option; they do intend to provide more Capital Improvements and better equipment. He added they are planning to put out a survey in the next two weeks at the Golf Course asking the people why they are playing at the Golf Course; where they are coming from; how often they play; etc. City Manager Goss noted the report on the Golf Course greens fees came in late and was not advertised so other people who are perhaps interested in this are not here to testify. He recommended it be rescheduled for another meeting. MS (Scott/Moore) to hold this over until a regular City Council meeting. Councilman Moore asked the staff to come back with another option, somewhere between "feast and famine". Mr. Bob Stall, 87 Vista Way, Chula Vista stated he is President of the Chula Vista Men's Golf Course Association which includes 340 members. He spoke against the proposal to increase the greens fee stating it is a 40% increase and much too high; he stated the citizens in Chula Vista should be given a better break; quite a bit of the money comes from League playing and not resident playing; the rate should be made commensurate with the income of Chula Vistans; questioned whether a ticket holder would bump a cash player; questioned whether the increasing rates would increase the Pro's salary; there are too few people working on the Golf Course; the public Golf Course belongs to the people of Chula Vista; he found out about the meeting today in a round-about manner; there should be a Master Plan for improvements to the Golf Course. He urged the Council to refer this back to staff and to get input from the Men's and Women's Golf Course Associations adding greens fees do not support golf courses, it comes from driving ranges, pro shops etc. Councilwoman McCandliss suggested forming a Blue Ribbon Committee to study all aspects of the proposal to increase the greens fees. Mayor Cox asked for the 1 h of persons following information to be included in the report: ( ) t e number presently working at the Chula Vista Golf Course; (2) the number of employees being proposed (3) comparison with other golf courses in the County; (4) whether this number includes the supervisor. City Council Meeting - ll - June 8, 1983 Mr. Joe Warburton, Golf Pro, urged the Council to investigate the past records of the bidders to the RFP's. He stated they should go beyond the specifications and get into the membership; ask the members if they are enjoying playing on the golf course and the services being provided. Mr. Warburton stated he disagreed with Mr. Stahl - greens fees do take care of the operation at golf courses. Mayor Cox asked that the report include the Capital Improvement Programs for the Golf Course. The motion for the staff report carried unanimously. City Manager Goss noted the Capital Improvement Program projects were scheduled for discussion this evening; however, he is postponing this to next Tuesday. PUBLIC SAFETY City Manager Goss presented the Public Safety Budget noting the decrease in the Police Department budget from $4,984,845 to $4,948,275 - $36,570 decrease or .7%. 1. Mr. Goss explained another Canine Unit is proposed to be added to the Patrol Division. This would increase the units from 3 to 4 at a cost of $4,295. 2. Another proposal is to add .5 interns in the Services Division at a cost of $5,310. 3. Also proposed is an animal licensing follow-up. This would be done by part-time positions filled during the summer months to canvass the City for dog owners who do not license their animals and to follow up on dog licenses that have not been renewed. 4. Addition of $17,200 to participate in the funding of a helicopter (Astrea) in cooperation with other cities in the County. Mr. Goss referred to his written report noting other items in the budget commenting the Police Department has been offered an armored car for $1 from the Armored Transport Incorporation. Council discussion followed regarding the duties of the intern and the method of operations for surveying the unlicensed dogs in the City. Councilwoman McCandliss stated the main purpose of this survey should be the health factor to get those dogs vaccinated who do not have a rabies shot - this would be a real benefit to the City. Councilman Scott spoke of the high cost of the dog license fees. Further discussion involved the Canine Unit and the priority of funding the Astrea helicopter. In answer to Council's questions, Director of Public Safety Winters declared the San Diego Police Department is not recommending funding for Astrea and although the City of Chula Vista has received some benefit from the Astrea, it would not be his high priority for funding. Council discussion followed regarding priorities with Councilman Scott suggesting adding another beat to the Police Force rather than funding the helicopter; that the helicopter is for search and rescue and would not be used in Chula Vista per se. City Council Meeting - 12 - June 8, 1983 MS (Malcolm/Scott) to approve the Police Department budget as recommended by the City Manager with the deletion of the Astrea helicopter funding until such time as the City finds out what the City of San Diego will do. City Manager Goss noted the increase in the overtime for Patrolmen of $15,000 remarking the total for the overtime now will be $231,000. SUBSTITUTE MOTION: MS (Malcolm/Scott) to delete Astrea helicopter funding from the budget until the City of San Diego takes action. The motion passed by the following vote: AYES: Malcolm, Moore, Scott Noes: McCandliss, Cox Absent: None MSUC(Malcolm/Scott) to approve the Police Department budget as amended. MSUC(Moore/Malcolm) for the City Manager to come back with numbers on how to improve the Police Department by adding ,five patrolmen; how much it would cost; and what the overtime would be. /~ .~. ..... ~ ~.~ '.. ~ ....... ~1, FIRE DEPARTMENT ~" , "~ City Manager Goss presented the Fire Department Budget noting the proposed increase from $2,528,700 to $2,563,740 an increase of 1.4% or $35,040. The increase is due to the replacement of an existing fire pumper at a cost of $59,000 over a two-year period; changes in the Fire Communication's System - $8,290; an increase in the amount paid to the Montgomery Fire Protection District due to the annexation of the Price Club - $17,190; and a reclassification of the Fire Captain Training to Battalion Chief as a result of the organization proposal - $5,140. Director of Public Safety Winters answered the Council's questions pertaining to the operations of the Department. Councilman Moore reiterated the Council's policy of replacing major equipment after 20 years. MSUC (Malcolm/Scott) to acccept the Fire Department budget as recommended by the City Manager. COUNCIL COMMENTS a. Councilman Malcolm said he was disappointed in the Council's approval of funding the Del Rey Nutrition Program noting there are many people involved in this which live outside the City limits. He wished to voice his negative vote on this particular matter. City Council Meeting - 13 - June 8, 1983 MAYOR'S REPORT a. Mayor Cox discussed the communications to the citizens as sent out from the various cities such as calendars, newsletters, etc. MSC (Cox/McCandliss) for staff to come back to the Council on what the City is currently spending on information provided to the community such as Parks and Recreation, Library Program, etc. and to get the cost for a semi-annual newsletter to be sent to the citizens of the community. The staff is to include copies of the reports. The motion carried with Councilman Scott voting no. b. Mayor Cox reported that the Unified Port District discussed funding a Convention Center on the Bayfront area. He felt a Convention Center would be an asset to the entire community; however, there is a proposal to go to the private sector for the funding. MS (Scott/Malcolm) to establish a Council position that the City look into private funding for the Convention Center and not to use the Port District funds; and at this time, to inform the Port Appointee that the Council has a strong feeling in this matter. Councilwoman McCandliss stated she is going to vote in opposition to the motion since she does not have enough information at this particular time. She said there is a great deal of discussion going on with all parties concerning the funding. Councilman Scott withdrew his motion. MSUC(Scott/McCandliss) that the Council would like to see the Unified Port District money not used for the Convention Center at this time; that there are other alternatives that can utilize other funding. Councilman Scott noted that the Port District has just given $10,000 to the Astrea helicopter funding which seems to be a trend with the Port District - giving money to other causes. They will also aid Imperial Beach's reconstruction of their pier. Councilman Scott noted this was against the law that created the Port District. He felt the Council should take a strong position on this matter and jealously guard the resources of the Port Commission. He suggested a letter be written the Port Commission stating the serious objections of the Council and that they do not breach the contract that they made with the cities and the State. MSUC(Scott/Malcolm) to have a brief staff report on how the Port District was funded; their goals and objectives; and the legislation that created the District. ADJOURNMENT AT 10:25 p.m. to the meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 1983.