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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1982/11/18 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OE THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA Thursday, November 18, 1982 Council Conference Room 4:36 p.m. City Ball ROLL CALL COUNCILMEN PRESENT Mayor Cox; Councilmen Malcolm, Moore, McCandliss, Scott COUNCILMEN ABSENT None STAFF PRESENT City Manager Cole, Assistant City Manager Asmus, irector f Per onnel Thorsen, Community Development 1. RESOLUTION NO. 11081 REAPPOINTING PHIL CREASER TO THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT Mr. Phil Creaser requested reappointment for a four-year term to the San Diego Unified Port District commencing January 3, 1982, and terminating January 2, 1987. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. 2. REPORT ON PUBLIC RELATION SERVICES AND COMMUNITY APPEARANCE PROGRAM (Mayor Cox suggested that this item be discussed at the end of the agenda.) 3. RESOLUTION NO. 11082 - APPROVING PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT WITH REGARD TO CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION FINANCING FOR PARKING FACILITIES AND AUTHORIZING ITS DISTRIBUTION The firm of E.F. Hutton suggested that a preliminary official statement be approved and authorized for distribution in order to solicit interest for a mid-December sale of Certificates of Participation. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN SCOTT, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. Item No. 4 Due to a possible conflict of interest, Councilman Scott did not participate in discussions involving Items 4 and 5 on the agenda. (Councilman Scott left the meeting at this time.) 4. RESOLUTION NO. 11083 - APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT FOR BOND COUNSEL SERVICES WITH JONES HALL HILL & WHITE, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION Director of Community Development Desrochers explained that Agency and City staff have been working with Bond Counsel, Jones Hall Hill & White, and potential under- writers regarding financing of the marina and RV park. Fees for consultants are obtained from bond proceeds and are not payable until the issue is sold. Now that it is apparent that financing can be accomplished, it is appropriate to place the Agreement for Services of Bond Counsel for City Counci"l review.and concurrence. Mr. Major Chance, representing Income Property Group, thanked the Council for their support stating that the bond sale will occur on December 3, 1982. T i"T T Adjourned Regular November 18, 1982 City Council Meeting - 2 - RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. (Councilman Scott abstained.) 5. RESOLUTION NO. 11084 - SELLING $9,600,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF CITY OF CHULA VISTA DEPOSIT WITH LENDER REVENUE BONDS (BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS ASSOCIATION), ISSUE OF 1982, APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND OFFER- ING MEMORANDUM, AND AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL ACTION In a written report to Council, Director of Community Development Desrochers stated that the City and Agency have been attempting to assist in the develop- ment of a marina and RV park on Port District property in the Bayfront Redevelop- ment area. It was suggested two years ago that the City take a guarantor posi- tion for financing instruments in order to fund the project. However, in a re- port by Gruen, Gruen & Associates, the potential cash flow was not sufficient enough for the City to risk its credit; therefore direct City involvement was rejected. At the same time, the Agency/Council noted that sponsorship of a bond issue would be considered if the City's faith and credit was not required. On March 9, 1982, inducement resolutions relative to the sponsorship of industrial development type bonds were authorized by the City Council. RESOLUTION OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, the reading of the text was waived by unanimous consent, passed and adopted unanimously. (Councilman Scott abstained.) Mayor Cox announced that the opening of Bayside Park will be held on Friday, November 19, 1982. The Council recessed at 4:40 p.m. and the meeting reconvened at 4:45 p.m. 2. Report on public relations services and Community Appearance Program. Continuation of a contract with Nuffer/Smith Associates for a six-month period beginning September l, 1982, and ending February 29, 1982, was approved by the Redevelopment Agency on August 18, 1982. The contract was extended to complete projects which were begun during the first contract year and to set up a news bureau in City Hall including the training of staff to carry on basic public relations activities. Concurrent with this action, the Council and staff began to review the feasibility of implementing a Community Appearance Program to mitigate zoning violations and reduce potential hazards. In response to both issues, it was felt that a Public Relations and Community Affairs Officer position should be considered to carry out the function of public relations, coordinate the Community Appearance Program, and handle citizen complaints. Assistant City Manager Asmus discussed the importance of the Community Appearance Program in terms of promoting further economic development and a positive community image. If the Council is interested in retaining public relations services, fifty percent (50%) of the individuals carrying out these services should be concerned with community appearance; also some time should be devoted to handling citizen complaints. Discussion followed regarding the recent lay-offs of personnel and the need to acquire input from the new City Manager before action is taken, the possibility of Redevelopment absorbing half of the cost of public relations services, and the need for someone on staff to provide press coverage. Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting - 3 - November I8, 1982 Councilman Moore stated that with proper guidance and set priorities, a public relations person would more than cover salary and fringe benefits costs. Assistant City Manager Asmus pointed out that actually the City Manager is the City's public relations officer, but someone should function in this capacity under his direction to assist him. Councilman Moore requested that Councilmembers review his memo concerning the need for this position. MSUC (Cox/McCandliss) to continue items concerning public relations and ombudsman services pending the selection of the new City Manager, and that this item be docketed at that time. MEMBERS' COMMENTS MSUC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to adjourn to Closed Session to discuss personnel matters. ADJOURNMENT at 5:37 p.m. to Closed Session and to the City Manager Assessment Center on Friday, November 19 at 8:O0 a.m. (The recording secretary was excused, and the City Manager reported that Closed Session ended at 6:10 p.m. ) JENNIE M. FULASZ, CMC City Clerk