HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2001/03/20 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
March 20, 2001 6:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue,
Chula Vista, Califomia.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers: Davis, Padilla, Salas and Mayor Horton
ABSENT: Councilmembers: Councilmember Rindone
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attomey Kaheny, and Deputy City
Clerk Norris
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Horton observed a moment of silence in memory of William (Bill) Ayers, a leading
advocate and driving force for the Chula Vista Veterans Home.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 12)
Mayor Horton noted that a member of the public had requested to speak on Item #6, which was
removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of March 6, 2001.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A. Letter from the City Attorney stating that to the best of his knowledge from
observance of actions taken in Closed Session on March 6, 2001, there were no
actions taken which are required under the Brown Act to be reported.
Staffrecomn~endation: The letter be received and filed.
B. Memorandum from Councilmember Jerry Rindone requesting that his absence at
this meeting be excused.
Staff recommendation: The absence be excused.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-058, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 BUDGET BY
APPROPRIATING $83,898.85 FROM THE UNAPPROPRIATED BALANCE OF THE
EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND AND AWARDING A PURCHASE
AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $214,997.85 TO HAWTHORNE MACHINERY
COMPANY FOR TWO RUBBER TIRE LOADERS
CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
During Fiscal Year 1999/2000, the purchase of a loader was approved for its normal
replacement cycle for the Street Maintenance Section of the Public Works Department.
However, the loader was not purchased at that time. The Fiscal Year 2000/2001
Equipment Replacement budget provides for the no~,,al replacement of a second loader
for the Street Maintenance Section. On February 21, 2001, the bids for the rubber tire
loaders were opened. Two bidders responded. The lowest acceptable and responsive
bidder was Hawthorne Machinery Company with a net price of $214,997.85. (Director
of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
4 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-059, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS
AS IMPRACTICAL AND APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH STANTEC CONSULTING, INC., FOR AN ADDITIONAL
$265,350 FOR CONTINUED UPGRADE AND EXPANSION OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS OPERATIONS' WORK MANAGEMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-060, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET (GG171) BY APPROPRIATING
$11,452 FROM THE UNAPPROPRIATED BALANCE OF THE RESIDENTIAL
CONSTRUCTION TAX FUND TO OFFSET THE GENERAL FUND COSTS FOR
THE INTERNS FOR COLLECTING FIELD DATA UTILIZING THE VOICE-TO-
DATA, COUPLED WITH GPS TECHNOLOGY
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-061, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 BUDGET BY
APPROPRIATING $11,452 FROM THE UNAPPROPRIATED BALANCE OF THE
GENERAL FUND TO PAY INTERNS FOR CITY STAFF SERVICES FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
The Operations Division of the Public Works Department proposes to implement Phase
Two of the Public Works Information Systems Modernization/Expansion CIP project.
The growth of the City requires that technology be upgraded and expanded to provide for
better management and planning of the City's infrastructure. It is anticipated that the
third and final phase of this project will be implemented in Fiscal Year 2001/2002.
(Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-062, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $38,016 FROM THE AVAILABLE
BALANCE IN THE FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE FUND FOR REPAYMENT
TO THE OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR WORK ON THE BONITA
LONG CANYON DAM
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
The City received $46,939 in funds from the Office of Emergency Services (OES) related
to severe damage in the Bonita Long Canyon from the 1995 winter storms. Due to the
amount of damage and the saturated condition of the canyon, timely repairs could not be
completed within the time constraints imposed by OES. During this period, the City
made two unsuccessful appeals for time extensions. The OES is now requesting that a
total of $43,663 in overpayment of funds related to this project be refunded to them.
Capital Improvement Project #DR-129 has a remaining balance of $5,647 and it is now
necessary for Council to approve repayment of the remaining balance of $38,016 from
the Federal Disaster Assistance fund. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-065, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING INFORMAL BIDS AND AWARDING
ALTERNATE "A" CONTRACT TO HMS CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF GREEN L.E.D. LAMPS ON VARIOUS TRAFFIC SIGNALS IN
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA (PROJECT TF291)
On February 7, 2001, the Director of Public Works received sealed informal bids from
six electrical contractors for the installation of green L.E.D. lamps on various traffic
signals in the City. A low bid of $29,256.00 was received from HMS Construction, Inc.
for Alternate "A" contract. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-066, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING SUBMITTAL OF A DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE, OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS, OFFICE OF STATE AND LOCAL
DOMESTIC PREPAREDNESS (OJP), FISCAL YEAR 1999 STATE DOMESTIC
PREPAREDNESS EQUIPMENT GRANT PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF
$124,400 AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 BUDGET FOR THE
FIRE DEPARTMENT BY APPROPRIATING LIP TO THIS AMOUNT,
CONTINGENT ON GRANT APPROVAL AND DESIGNATING THE FIRE CHIEF
AS THE AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL TO EXECUTE, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY,
THE APPLICATION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
The Governor' s Office of Emergency Services (OES) is administering the Department of
Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office of State and Local Domestic Preparedness
(OJP) Fiscal Year 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Grant Program. The
new federal grant was made available from OJP to states using federal funds from fiscal
year 1999. Califomia received $4,619,000. Of that amount, $588,000 was designated for
terrorism risk and capability assessments, and $4,031,000 for eligible equipment for
emergency first responders. (Fire Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-067, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 BUDGET
FOR THE LIBRARY DEPARTMENT BY APPROPRIATING A) UNANTICIPATED
DONATION REVENUE 1N THE AMOUNT OF $4,100 FOR BOOK PURCHASES,
AND B) UNANTICIPATED GRANT REVENUE IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,075 FOR
THREE LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND $7,437.50 TO ENHANCE THE LIBRARY'S
ONLINE CATALOG (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
Since July 1, 2000, the Library Department has received donations from various
organizations and individuals for the purchase of new books to add to the Library's
collection. In addition, the Library received Performing and Visual Arts Fund (PVAF)
grants, which were awarded in April 2000, to fund three programs that took place earlier
this fiscal year. The Library also successfully applied for a Califomia State Library
Statewide Data Base matching grant to enhance the online catalog. At this time, the
Department wishes to accept and appropriate the $4,100 in donations, appropriate the
$5,075 for the PVAF program expenditures, and appropriate the $7,437.50 in order to
make the enhancements. (Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-068, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA DECLINING PARTICIPATION IN THE 2001-2002
JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND
SUPPORTING TRANSFER OF $39,636 FROM THE PROGRAM TO THE COUNTY
OF SAN DIEGO TO ENHANCE THE REGIONAL JUVENILE INFORMATION
SYSTEM
The Federal Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is continuing with the
Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant monies, which are available through the
California Office of Criminal Justice Planning. A total of $ 1 . 1 million dollars is available
to the San Diego region, and it is proposed that all of the agencies in the County pool
resources in an effort to enhance accountability of juveniles in the justice system. (Chief
of Police)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-069, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $200 FROM THE CHULA VISTA
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR
2000/2001 POLICE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING UNANTICIPATED FUNDS
IN THE AMOUNT OF $200 FOR MOUNTED POLICE PATROL EQUIPMENT
(4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
The Chula Vista Mounted Police Patrol Volunteer Unit received a donation in the amount
of $200 from the Chula Vista Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The funds will be used to
purchase and repair equipment for the Chula Vista Mounted Police Patrol Volunteer Unit.
(Chief of Police)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-070, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REPLACEMENT OF TWO
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED REPRESENTATIVES AND THE ADDITION OF THREE
NEW CLUSTER INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES TO SIT ON THE CITY'S
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN (EDS) BLUE RIBBON
COMMITTEE
On February 13, 2001, Council approved the creation of an Economic Development
Strategy (EDS) Blue Ribbon Committee, as well as a list of executive-level candidate
members, and directed staff to extend invitations to these individuals on behalf of the
Mayor and Council. Council further authorized staff to extend invitations to other
executive-level community leaders in the event that one or more of the identified
candidates could not accept. The proposed members were generated by the City's
Business Response Team, the staff-level oversight body for the EDS, and the City's
Economic Development Commission. Staff is returning with two proposed changes and
three proposed additions to the EDS Committee. (Director of Community Development)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to approve staff recommendations and offered Consent
Calendar Items #1 through #5, and #7 through #12, headings read, texts waived.
The motion carried 4-0.
6 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-063, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FINAL "B" MAPS FOR CHULA VISTA
TRACT NO. 96-04, OTAY RANCH SPA ONE, VILLAGE 5, NEIGHBORHOODS R-
26A, R-26B AND R-32B; ACCEPTING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA THE ASSIGNABLE AND IRREVOCABLE GENERAL UTILITY, ACCESS,
AND WALL EASEMENTS GRANTED ON SAID MAPS; APPROVING THREE "B"
MAP SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENTS
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-064, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR VILLAGE 5, NEIGHBORHOODS R-26A, R-
26B AND R-32B OF CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 96-04, OTAY RANCH SPA ONE,
VILLAGE 5, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT
Adoption of the resolutions approves the Final "B" Maps for Neighborhoods R-26A, R-
26B and R-32B of Otay Ranch Village 5 (CVT 96-04) and associated agreements. Otay
Project LP is the current owner of the properties. On April 20, 1999, Council approved
the "Agreement for Financing and Construction of Olympic Parkway and Related
Roadway Improvements". Approval of the subject Final Maps complies with the
development thresholds established by the Olympic Parkway Agreement. (Director of
Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Amy Richter, 2112 Hamden Drive, asked the City to consider adopting a moratorium on the
issuance of building permits in East Chula Vista. She stated that a toddler had been killed at an
intersection as a result of a power outage that had darkened the traffic signal. She added that the
City could not continue its rapid growth without realizing a serious deficit between energy
supply and demand.
Mayor Horton replied that the City recognizes the importance to the community of seeking a
solution to the energy crisis.
ACTION: Mayor Horton offered Resolutions Nos. 2001-063 and 2001-064, headings read,
texts waived. The motion carried 4-0.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Tanya Moore, a resident and board member of the Rolling Hills Ranch Community Association,
requested that a street light post at the corner of Lane Avenue and Whispering Trails be replaced,
stating that the lack of adequate lighting in the area could create a potential safety and traffic
liability for the City. She also expressed concern regarding airplanes flying over the area from
nearby Brown Field at all hours of the night and asked Council whether flight curfews existed.
Mayor Horton responded that Brown Field does not have an existing curfew. City Manager
Rowlands stated that the City was not aware of a request by the Rolling Hills Ranch residents to
replace a light post and suggested that Ms. Moore contact Deputy Director of Public Works/City
Engineer Swanson regarding the matter.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
13. CONSIDERATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS WITH
RESPECT TO THE PROPOSED MAIN PLAZA AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT
Avalon Communities submitted to the California Statewide Communities Development
Authority (CSCDA) an application for the financing of the affordable housing project
"Main Plaza" in an amount not to exceed $7,000,000 of tax-exempt obligations. The
project will involve the development of a 106-unit apartment complex to be located at the
northeast corner of Broadway and Main. The public hearing is to consider CSCDA's
intent to issue tax-exempt bonds to finance the project and to adopt a resolution
authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of the bonds by CSCDA. (Director of
Community Development)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the heating was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Horton opened the public hearing. With no members of the public wishing to speak, she
then closed the hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Padilla offered Resolution No. 2001-071, heading read, text
waived:
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-071, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ISSUANCE, SALE AND
DELIVERY OF MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE
CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE ACQUISITION
AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE MAIN PLAZA AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PROJECT
The motion carded 4-0.
14. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTERS 19.04,
DEFINITIONS, AND 19.48, P-C PLANNED COMMUNITY ZONE, OF THE CHULA
VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE IN ORDER TO INCREASE THE PERCENTAGE OF
COMMUNITY PURPOSE FACILITY (CPF) ACREAGE THAT CAN BE UTILIZED
FOR BALL FIELDS, AND TO ALLOW FOR-PROFIT DAY CARE FACILITIES AS A
PRIMARY USE WITHIN CPF LAND USE DISTRICTS
The application, submitted by the EastLake Company and co-sponsored by the City,
proposes to amend Municipal Code Chapters 19.04 (Definitions) and 19.48 (P-C Planned
Community Zone) in order to increase the allowable percentage of CPF acreage that can
be utilized for ball fields from 25% to 35%, and establish special findings to allow for-
profit day care uses in the CPF land use districts, subject to a conditional use permit.
(Director of Planning and Building)
Notice of the heating was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the heating was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Associate Planner Steichen presented the proposed ordinance amendment regarding the
allowable percentage of CPF acreage that can be used for ball fields and the allowance of for-
profit day care facilities as a primary use in CPF districts, subject to a conditional use permit.
Mayor Horton opened the public heating and asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak;
there was no response. She then closed the public heating.
Councilmember Salas requested clarification regarding the five-year restriction and also asked
how accessibility for low-income childcare services would be monitored. Associate Planner
Steichen explained that current programs exist whereby low-income families are eligible to
utilize funds for either for-profit or non-profit facilities, and, therefore, staff did not believe it
was necessary to reduce the five-year restriction. He stated that the reason for the time
restriction was to be certain that the sites were adequately marketed for non-profit uses, and if
non-profit uses were not forthcoming within the five-year period, the sites would be opened to
for-profit facilities. Director of Planning and Building Leiter stated that the five-year period
would be used to market all types of non-profit CPF-type uses, which could include daycare as
well as churches or YMCA's or other facilities. He added that during the five-year period, the
developer would be asked to market for such uses and would need to provide evidence of so
doing before for-profit facilities would be allowed.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Deputy Mayor Davis asked when the five-year period would commence. Senior Planner
Hemandez responded that it would commence five years afler the creation of the CPF Master
Plan. Deputy Mayor Davis expressed concem that five years ~night not be time enough to
accumulate an adequate number of people in the area to form a church or non-profit daycare
center. Senior Planner Hernandez replied that subsequent to the approval of the zoning
ordinance amendment, staff would work to develop specific criteria for the developer to use to
demonstrate to the City that the site was marketed effectively for the five-year period.
ACTION: Mayor Horton offered Ordinance No. 2830 for first reading, heading read, text
waived:
ORDINANCE NO. 2830, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTERS 19.04 DEFINITIONS,
AND 19.48, P-C PLANNED COMMUNITY ZONE, OF THE CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE
The motion carded 4-0.
ACTION ITEMS
15. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTANT
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE ALFORD GROUP, INC. TO PREPARE A
FUNDRAISING FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CENTER, AND THE
APPROPRIATION OF $25,850 FROM THE AVAILABLE BALANCE IN THE
GENERAL FUND
At its August 22, 2000 meeting, Council approved an amended contract with Economics
Research Associates (ERA) to provide consulting services for downtown strategic
planning relating to a proposed cultural arts center. Council directed staff to look
specifically at the feasibility of converting the former CinemaStar complex from a movie
theatre to a community cultural arts facility. Three draft concept plans, with two
alternatives, have been developed, along with cost estimates to construct these
improvements. (Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Deputy City Manger Palmer presented a status report on the feasibility study and illustrated the
three conceptual plans for the proposed cultural arts center. He added that a final report would
be presented to Council in July 2001.
Keith Hooper, 340 Third Avenue, representing Fudruckers Restaurant, encouraged the Council
to move forward with the feasibility study, stating that a cultural arts center would increase
business in the area.
A1 Gore spoke in support of a cultural arts center, favoring a site on the west side of the City. He _
expressed the importance for community involvement with the arts.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
William Virchis supported the study, stating that a cultural arts center would increase business
on Third Avenue and also improve the community's quality of life.
Carla Colmenarez, 1257 Monte Sereno, representing the Ballet Conservatory, spoke in favor of
the study and stated that a cultural arts center would promote local growth and provide a heart
for the community.
Reina Bolles, 1632 Quailsprings Court, representing Allen Elementary and Chula Vista High
School SCPA, supported the study and introduced two fourth grade students who performed a
musical medly from HMS Pinafore.
Glen Fithian, 772 Cholla Road, a local artist, provided a handout entitled The Year of the Arts
and illustrated the many advantages, such as crime prevention and assisting at-risk children,
which a cultural arts center would bring to the South Bay. He encouraged the Council to proceed
with the project.
Lupe Jimenez, 1134 Arbusto Corte, stated that the community's elementary schools would
particularly benefit from a cultural arts center, and she asked the Council to move forward with
the project.
Louise Nelson, 4301 Lynnwood Drive, believed that the downtown area would be enriched by a
cultural arts center, where she envisioned artists being able to display, practice and perform their
arts. She urged the Council to support the study.
Andrea Jiles, 5902 Rockey View Court, Bonita, representing the Ballet Conservatory and the
recipient of a scholarship to Boston University, believed that for young dancers to become
polished, a proper facility needs to be provided, and she also stated that a cultural arts center
would serve as a place to express artistic diversity.
Colleen Coleman, 1035 Barrett Avenue, spoke in support of a cultural arts center, stating that it
would encourage youth arts as a fundamental part of education, would boost the image of Chula
Vista, and would make Third Avenue a destination point.
Christine Aranda, 1312 Rutherfold, representing the Ballet Conservatory, spoke regarding the
need for increased arts in Chula Vista, which she believed was necessary for child education, and
also said she would like to see a junior ballet center in Chula Vista.
Pamela Lerner, 434 Ridgeview Court, introduced her daughter, Jessica Lemer, who performed a
vocal jazz ensemble.
Barbara De Feo, 863 Misty Meadow Court, spoke in support of a cultural arts center and
believed that the community should not have to travel out of the City to enjoy the arts.
Doris Steinman, 126-C Garrett Avenue, supported the establishment of a cultural arts center in
the South Bay.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued) -
Stella Sutton, 365 Third Avenue, a business owner on Third Avenue, supported the study and
stated that restaurants situated on Third Avenue would benefit from a cultural arts center.
Melody Cernitz, 863 First Avenue, spoke in support of a cultural arts center for Chula Vista.
Margaret Martin, 1092 Torrey Pines road, spoke in support of a cultural arts center on Third
Avenue.
Mayor Horton stated that a cultural arts center would be a tremendous asset to the City, and she
suggested that volunteers and supporters initiate a letter or telephone campaign, calling upon the
County and Supervisor Gregg Cox to help generate funding for the facility. She added that the
City might require additional financial assistance from school districts and colleges, as well as
art groups.
Councilmember Salas thanked the community for expressing their passion for a local cultural
arts center, and she stated that the community was ready to assist in providing something positive
for future generations and to enhance the image of Chula Vista. She was optimistic that the
project would move forward and believed that the City would be supported by corporate
financial assistance. She also thanked staff for their efforts with the project.
Deputy Mayor Davis supported the study and acknowledged the need for a cultural arts center
but added that the City would need to look at funding feasibility in collaboration with school
districts and community citizens. She emphasized the need for a solid foundation and financial
backing.
Councilmember Padilla spoke in support of the study and expressed the need to reach out to all
govemment agencies and elected representatives to band together and assist with an ongoing
commitment. He stated that the survival of a cultural arts center would be contingent upon the
establishment and maintenance of an endowment for the performing arts, which would begin
with private and public investment.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to accept the report providing an update on the proposed
cultural arts center feasibility study and offered Resolution No. 2001-072, heading
read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-072, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDiNG THE CONSULTANT SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH THE ALFORD GROUP, INC. TO PREPARE A
FUNDRAISiNG FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE PROPOSED CULTURAL
ARTS CENTER, WAIVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AS
IMPRACTICAL, AND APPROPRIATING $25,850 FROM THE AVAILABLE
FUND BALANCE IN THE GENERAL FUND
Councilmember Salas seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0.
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OTHER BUSiNESS
16. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands announced that on March 21, 2001, the City would post the closure of
Olympic Parkway, between Brandywine and Oleander, to expedite project construction. He
indicated that the road would be re-opened in the early part of June 2001.
17. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment to the Board of Appeals and Advisors - Edward
Nagorski.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Edward Nagorski to the Board
of Appeals and Advisors. Deputy Mayor Davis seconded the motion, and it
carried 4-0.
B. Ratification of appointment to the Board of Appeals and Advisors - Bryan Dennis
Ehm.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Bryan Dennis Ehm to the
Board of Appeals and Advisors. Deputy Mayor Davis seconded the motion, and
it carried 4-0.
18. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Davis stated that she was present on March 19, 2001 at the South Chula Vista
Library when Target Stores donated 10,000 books to the San Diego Literacy Council, 2,000 of
which will be donated to Chula Vista. She thanked Target for the donation.
Councilmember Padilla spoke of the recent memorial services for War Veteran Bill Ayers and
expressed condolences on behalf of the Council to Mr. Ayers' son and family. Mr. Padilla added
that Mr. Ayers had worked tirelessly on veterans' issues and was a tremendous influence in
bringing the Veterans Home to Chula Vista.
CLOSED SESSION
19. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDiNG SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE
TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(B)
· One Case
This item was not discussed.
20. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTiNG LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A)
· Cowan v. City of Chula Vista (USDC 99CV05165LAB)
This item was not discussed.
· Tuchscher Development, Inc. v. Lennar (GIC 758620)
No action was taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 8:05 p.m., Mayor Horton adjoumed the meeting to the Regular Meeting of March 27, 2001, at
6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Respectfully submitted,
~'~~ City Clerk
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