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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1999/02/16M1NUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 16, 1 ~99 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:10 p.m. in the Council Chambers located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. 1. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Moot, Padilla, Salas, and Mayor Horton ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Kaheny, City Clerk Bigelow 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of January 5, 1999, January 12, 1999 and January 19, 1999 Councihnember Salas stated that she would abstain from approval of the minutes of January 5th and that comments attributed to her under Council Comments in the minutes of January 12th were actually made by Councilmember Davis. ACTION: Councihnember Salas moved to approve the minutes of January 5th and January 19th, and January 12th as corrected. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0, except with regard to the minutes of January 5th, which were approved 4-0-1, with Councihnember Salas abstaining. 4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY A Proclamation proclaiming February 23, 1999 as Spay Day USA and February 1999 as Prevent a Litter Month was presented to Teresa Williams, Manager of the Chula Vista Animal Shelter. A Proclamation proclaiming February 1999 as Heart Month was presented to Thumper, the Sharp Heart, from Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. David Kelso from On-Stage Productions introduced Michelle Juste, David Hibbler, and David Huff, who performed a short play entitled, "Downtown." CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5 through 19) 5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: Letter from the Senior Assistant City Attorney stating that to the best of her knowledge from observance of actions taken in Closed Session on February 9, 1999, there were no actions taken which are required under the Brown Act to be reported. Staff recommendation: The letter be received and filed. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) ORDINANCE 2773, AMENDING SECTION 19.60.480 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ALLOWABLE OFF-SITE DIRECTIONAL SUBDIVISION SIGNAGE (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) The proposed ordinance is to allow for the establishment of a Kiosk Sign Program to: (1) eliminate the proliferation of numerous large illegal signs along major thoroughfares of the City; (2) allow for the construction of off-site directional signage to various residential communities; (3) provide for a uniform design for off-premise directional signs which will be more aesthetically pleasing to the community; and (4) control the location of off-premise signage. Staffrecommendation: Council place the ordinance on second reading for adoption. (Director of Planning and Building) RESOLUTION 19362, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1998/99 BUDGET TO ADD 1.0 FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT POLICE AGENT POSITION AND APPROPRIATE $94,051 FOR SALARIES, BENEFITS AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THE POSITION FROM UNANTICIPATED HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA GRANT REVENUES (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED) On June 23, 1998, Council approved the addition of a 1.0 full-time equivalent Police Agent position assigned to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area grant initiative. The position was to be added to the 1998/99 budget but was inadvertently omitted Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution (Chief of Police) RESOLUTION 19363, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1998/99 BUDGET TO UPGRADE THE PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE SPECIALIST APPROVED BY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 19285 TO A FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT POSITION On December 8, 1998, Council approved implementation of the Office of Traffic Safety Serious Traffic Offenders' Program. On January 28, 1999, the Police Department was advised that the part-time Administrative Office Specialist had been fully funded by the State and should have been budgeted as a 1.0 full time equivalent position. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Chief of Police ) 10. RESOLUTION 19364, ACCEPTING $300,000 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION (CEC), AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CEC CONTRACT FOR $300,000 IN GRANT FUNDING, AND APPROPRIATING BUDGET FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED) RESOLUTION 19365, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR $292,550 WITH METALLIC POWER INCORPORATED TO DEVELOP AN ADVANCED FUEL CELL VEHICLE PURSUANT TO THE CEC GRANT Page 2 02/16/99 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 10. C. RESOLUTION 19366, APPROPRIATING $7,450 TO THE ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1998/99 BUDGET FOR A. 16 PART-TIME TEMPORARY INTERN II PURSUANT AND CONSULTANT TO THE CEC GRANT (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED) In November 1997, the Governor approved legislation to provide a local company working in the fuel cell industry $300,000 in State Petroleum Violation Escrow account monies. These funds were specifically legislated for the sole purpose of sponsoring a zinc air fuel cell research/development project. Staff has been working with Metallic Power, the fuel cell developer, to secure state and private funds to complete the project. Phase I and Phase II have been completed. This action approves a contract with Metallic Power to begin Phase III. A zinc air vehicle will be demonstrated in Chula Vista as a result of this project. Additional funding has been secured for staff costs and related energy projects. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. (Environmental Resource Manager) 11. RESOLUTION 19367, EXTENDING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CENTER STREET AND A PORTION OF CHURCH AVENUE FOR THE DOWNTOWN FARMERS' MARKET ON THURSDAY AFTERNOONS FOR A TWO-YEAR PERIOD SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL On October 3, 1995, Council approved the closure of Center Street between Third Avenue and Church Avenue on Thursday afternoons for the Downtown Farmer's Market. The market area was expanded on June 24, 1997 to include a portion of Church Avenue because the number of farmers increased and a section for craft booths was added. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Director of Community Development) 12. RESOLUTION 19368, APPROVING THE CHULA VISTA DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION'S 1999 BUDGET AND DEFERRING THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION'S REQUEST FOR STAFF SERVICES, TOWN MANAGER AND PROMOTION ASSISTANCE FOR CONSIDERATION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR 1999/2000 BUDGET SESSION In accordance with the Municipal Code, the Chula Vista Downtown Business Association is required to submit an annual budget in March for Council's approval. The Downtown Business Association budget is funded by a special assessment applied to each business located within the district boundary and any income the district earns from promotional activities and other contributing sources. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Director of Community Development) 13. RESOLUTION 19369, APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "E" TO "G" STREETS FOR THE CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION ON MAY 2, 1999, WAIVING SIDEWALK SALES ORDINANCE, AND WAIVING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT Page 3 02/16/99 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 13. B. 14. 15. RESOLUTION 19370, APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "E" TO "G" STREETS FOR THE CHULA VISTA THIRD AVENUE LEMON FESTIVAL ON JUNE 6, 1999, WAIVING SIDEWALK SALES ORDINANCE, AND WAIVING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN EVENT RESOLUTION 19371, APPROVING THE CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE BETWEEN "D" AND "I" STREETS, "H" STREET BETWEEN SECOND AND FOURTH AVENUE AND PORTIONS OF INTERSECTING STREETS ON DECEMBER 4, 1999 FOR THE 37TH ANNUAL STARLIGHT YULE PARADE The Chula Vista Downtown Business Association has requested the closure of Third Avenue for three 1999 promotional events. The first event is a Cinco de Mayo celebration, a new event for the Downtown Business Association, scheduled for Sunday, May 2, 1999. The second event is the Chula Vista Third Avenue Lemon Festival scheduled for Sunday, June 6, 1999. The Downtown Business Association requests that Third Avenue be closed between "E" and "G" Streets from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the respective dates of each event. Activities will include live entertainment and approximately 150 to 200 arts, crafts, and food booths. The 37th Annual Starlight Yule Parade is the third event. The Downtown Business Association requests that Third Avenue be closed between "D" and "I" Street, "H" Street be closed between Second and Fourth Avenues, and portions of intersecting streets be closed on Saturday, December 4, 1999 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. (Director of Community Development) RESOLUTION 19340, APPROVING AN INTERIM DESILTATION AND GRADING AGREEMENT (POGG1 CANYON) WITH OTAY PROJECT, LLC, CENTEX HOMES AND PHI OTAY RANCH ASSOCIATES, LLC., AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (CONTINUED FROM FEBRUARY 2, 1999 MEETING) On November 19, 1996, by Resolution Number 18398, the City approved the Tentative Map for Tract Number 96-04 for Village One and a portion of Village Five of the Otay Ranch Project SPA One. Tentative Map conditions require that, prior to issuance of a grading permit for any land within the Poggi Canyon Basin, the developer shall comply with certain conditions concerning the proposed grading and removal of any siltation within the Poggi Canyon Basin. The Otay Ranch Company is currently processing grading plans for land located within the Poggi Canyon basin and issuance of the grading permit is anticipated shortly. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Director of Pub|ic Works) RESOLUTION 19372, ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING PURCHASING AGREEMENTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF SEVEN POLICE PATROL SEDANS The fiscal year 1998/99 Equipment Replacement and Police Department budgets provide for the purchase of seven replacement and two new patrol sedans for the Police Department. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution, awarding the purchase agreement to Dixon Ford. (Director of Public Works and Director of Finance) Page 4 02/16/99 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 16. RESOLUTION 19373, ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING PURCHASING AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF NINE SEDANS, A CARGO VAN, AND THREE MINIVANS The fiscal year 1998/99 Equipment Replacement and amended Planning and Building Department budgets provide for the purchase of nine sedans, a cargo van, and three minivans. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution, awarding the purchase agreement to Dixon Ford. (Director of Public Works and Director of Finance) 17. RESOLUTION 19374, ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING PURCHASING AGREEMENTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS PICKUP TRUCKS The fiscal year 1998/99 Equipment Replacement, Planning and Building Department, and Engineering Division budgets provide for the purchase of eleven various pickup trucks. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution, awarding the purchase agreements to Dixon Ford, Advantage Ford, and Lasher Auto Center. (Director of Public Works and Director of Finance) 18. RESOLUTION 19375, MAINTAINING THE EXISTING CITY INVESTMENT POLICY AND GUIDELINES The City has an existing Investment Policy and Guidelines to insure the prudent management of idle cash. State law requires that the Investment Policy and Guidelines be adopted on an annual basis after being reviewed to ensure consistency with the overall objectives of preservation of principal, liquidity, and yield, and its relevance to current law and financial and economic trends. Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Director of Finance) 19. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA PRIOR TO THE MEETING. Councilmember Padilla asked that Item #7 be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. ACTION: Mayor Hotton offered Consent Calendar Items #5, #6, and #8 through #18, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0. RESOLUTION 19361, ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (GG167) FOR REFURBISHING AREAS THROUGHOUT THE CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX 1N THE AMOUNT OF $455,000 AND APPROVING THE FUND REALLOCATIONS AND APPROPRIATIONS DETAILED HEREIN (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED) In response to budgetary constraints over the past several years, the City deferred maintenance in City Hall and other Civic Center buildings. This policy enabled the City to survive the economic downturn and the State "take-aways' without undergoing the painful layoffs experienced by other jurisdictions. Staff recommends approval of the resolutions. (City Manager) Page 5 02/16/99 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) Councilmember Padilla questioned the reallocation of unexpended funds. City Manager Rowlands responded that no general fund money will be used for this project. The funds will come from capital project accounts, where projects have been completed but unexpended funds remained in the accounts and the accounts were never closed. ACTION: Councilmember Padilia offered Resolution No. 19361, heading read, text waived. The motion passed 5-0. ORALCOMMUNICATIONS Mr. Edward Teyssier, 5463 Panoramic Lane, San Diego, expressed concern regarding the use of public funds in support of Proposition L. Mr. Thomas Gibson, 1025 Broadway, Apartment 32, Chula Vista, stated that he has filed an official request for grand jury investigation into the City's use of public funds in support of Proposition L. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 20. PUBLIC HEAR1NG TO CONSIDER ADDING SECTIONS 5.28.020 THROUGH 5.28.080 TO CHAPTER 5.28 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO TRIGGER LOCK AND SAFE FIREARMS STORAGE ORDINANCE 2774, ADDING SECTIONS 5.28.020 THROUGH 5.28.080 TO CHAPTER 5.28 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO TRIGGER LOCK AND SAFE FIREARM STORAGE (first reading) The San Diego Region has experienced accidental shootings which have resulted in injury and death for a number of our young children. Adequate locking and storage of firearms can eliminate some of these tragic accidents. California Penal Code Section 13035 governs safe firearm storage. However, it does not provide a method or direction for firearm owners to obtain safety devices upon the purchase of a firearm. Adding an effective safe firearm storage requirement to the Municipal Code prevents the possibility of these tragedies from occurring by requiring firearm dealers to provide safe storage devices with a firearm purchase. Staff recommendation: Council place the ordinance on first reading. (Chief of Police) Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and at the time specified in the notice. Police Chief Emerson commented that the County of San Diego and the cities of Escondido, San Diego, and National City have already enacted a similar ordinance. The cost of the trigger lock is ten dollars and would have to be purchased by the seller of the firearm. A document that describes basic gun safety rules would also be given to the purchaser by the gun dealer. Mayor Horton opened the public hearing and asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak. Page 6 02/16/99 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Continued) Ms. Linda Homuth, 9721 Lamar Street, Spring Valley, spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance and stated that the City of Imperial Beach had also enacted a trigger lock ordinance. C.M. Dashiell, 1069 Monserate Avenue, Chula Vista, stated that state law requires that a gun purchaser show proof of education before a gun may be purchased. He did not favor the proposed ordinance but, rather, suggested an educational program about gun safety, especially for youth. Ms. Judith Dashiell, 1069 Monserate Avenue, Chula Vista, commented that Council should reject this ordinance and focus on safety education in the classrooms. Ms. Roxanne Hoffman, 4811 Schuyler Avenue, La Mesa, testified that gun locks save lives. She urged support of the proposed ordinance. There being no further comments, Mayor Horton closed the hearing. Mayor Horton commented that the proposed ordinance only affects the point of sale. Councilmember Salas pointed out that nine of twelve gun dealers in Chula Vista support the proposed ordinance, and only one was opposed. Councilmember Padilia supported the ordinance, stating that if it prevents one death or injury, the Council will have lived up to its responsibility as elected officials. Councilmember Moot stated that the trigger lock ordinance will protect young children and thanked the Chief for bringing it before the Council. Councilmember Davis commented that the trigger lock is one part of the issue but the education of youth must also be considered. ACTION: Councilmember Padilia then offered Ordinance No. 2774, heading read and text waived, for first reading. The motion carried 5-0. 21. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PCM 97-11, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE OTAY RANCH SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) ONE FOR PHASE SEVEN (PURPLE PHASE) OF THE VILLAGE ONE CORE AND VILLAGE ONE WEST INCLUDING THE PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS; VILLAGE DESIGN PLAN; PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN; AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN ORDINANCE 2775, APPROVING THE OTAY RANCH AMENDED SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA ONE PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS (FIRST READING) RESOLUTION 19376, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE OTAY RANCH SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) ONE PLAN; VILLAGE DESIGN PLAN; PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN; AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN Page 7 02/16/99 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Continued) The Otay Ranch Company has applied to amend the Otay Ranch SPA One Plan for the Village One Core - Phase Seven (Purple Phase), and the area of Village One west of Paseo Ranchero (Village One West). The SPA One amendment implements the recently approved Otay Ranch General Development Plan Amendments for Village One and Village One West. The Village One Core area is 95 acres, expands the development area in Phase Seven (Purple Phase) consistent with the General Development Plan amendment and modifies the design of the "Main Street" concept. The Village One West amendment adds approximately 296.5 total developable acres and corresponding increase in the number of units in the area west of Paseo Ranchero. Staff recommendation: Council place the Ordinance on first reading and adopt the resolution. (Director of Planning and Building) Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and at the time specified in the notice. Principal Planner Rosaler explained the proposed amendments and mentioned that the Planning Commission, on February 3, 1999, reviewed and unanimously approved the amendments. Councilmember Padilia asked how one could determine if an applicant was in conformance with the grading policy. Staff responded that the land form grading policy, according to the General Plan, provides guidelines on how the policy is to be implemented. Councilmember Padilla stated that the policy was still subjective and that specific guidelines need to be defined and understood by all parties at the earliest stages of projects. Mayor Hotton opened the hearing. Mr. Kim Kilkenny, representing Otay Ranch Company, 350 West Ash Street, San Diego, supported staffs recommendation for the project and clarified that six units in R-59 and four units in R-55 would be lost. There being no one else from the audience wishing to speak, Mayor Hotton closed the public hearing and asked for Council comments and questions. Councilmember Moot asked the original number of units in Village One West. Staff responded that there were 443 units. Councilmember Moot asked why the number had doubled. Staff replied that the area of development was expanded due to an agreement with the wildlife agencies that the coastal scrub did not need to be preserved in that area. Councilmember Moot then asked whether or not the number of guarded entrances would increase. Staff replied that two guarded entrances were approved at Village One at the tentative map stage; the developers are now proposing additional guarded entrances. Councilmember Moot felt it was a significant policy change to add more guarded entrances, which he felt would have an adverse impact, and indicated he could not support the change. Mayor Horton stated that the guarded-entrance development creates an ambiance for the South Bay without excluding the public. Page 8 02/16/99 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Continued) Councilmember Padilia asked how many additional guarded entrances were proposed. Staff replied that the applicant has proposed six additional guarded entrances in the project. Councilmember Moot asked, from a planning perspective, when such a decision would best be made. Staff responded that such a decision would affect the design of the tentative map, and, from a practical standpoint, the earlier in the process, the better for both staff and the applicant. City Manager Rowlands stated that when Council previously discussed the issue of guarded entrances, the vote to approve guarded gateways was divided and no specific number was approved. The theme and policy approved at that time created a certain ambiance for the development with a gated entryway and the streets and parks being maintained by the homeowners. Since the subsequent design and effort by the developer was based on existing Council policy, if Council wishes to change that policy, it should be changed at this time. Mayor Horton stated that a majority of the Council, as well as the staff, had objected to a closed gate community to which only the residents had access. The guarded entrances were an acceptable alternative to the Council, since the public would still have access to those communities. Councilmember Salas stated that during the initial discussion of guarded entrances in this development, there had been a 3-2 vote of the Council, in favor of the guarded entrances. At that time, Councilmember Salas voted against the guarded entrances. However, since that was the vote of the Council, Councilmember Salas supported Council policy. She stated that to change the policy now would be unfair to the developer. Councilmember Salas commented that she is open to considering additional guarded entrances now requested by the developer on other portions of the village because it would retain the continuity of the development. It would not make sense to have half of the village with private roads and half with public roads. Councilmember Moot stated that since the applicant is requesting to add more guarded entrances, the Council needs to further discuss such a significant policy decision. Councilmember Padilla asked if the additional guarded entrances were an expansion on Council policy. Staff responded that when the tentative map was discussed, the guarded entrances were limited to the north side only, since the design of the south side at that time was not conducive to having guarded entrances. Subsequently, the project has been redesigned and the south side would now be conducive to guarded entrances. Councilmember Davis stated that she supported the guarded entrances, which she felt would help support the village concept. ACTION: Councilmember Moot then offbred Ordinance No. 2775 and Resolution No. 19376, with the issue of the guarded entrances to be further considered by the Council in two to three weeks. The motion passed 22. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PCM-95-01B, AMENDING THE OTAY RANCH SPA ONE PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING PLAN TO EXPEDITE OLYMPIC PARKWAY CONSTRUCTION (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 19, 1999) Page 9 This is a proposal to amend the Otay Ranch SPA One Public Facilities Financing Plan, changing the implementation threshold for Paseo Ranchero and Olympic Parkway. Staff recommendation: The public hearing be continued to the meeting of March 2, 1999. (Director of Planning and Building) 02/16/99 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Continued) ACTION: Mayor Hotton moved to continue this item to March 2, 1999. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. At 8:30 p.m., Mayor Horton recessed the meeting. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m., with all Councilmembers present. 23. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PCC 99-25, A 132-UNIT AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING COMPLEX LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE BETWEEN EAST NAPLES AND MEDICAL CENTER COURT, AND iNVOLVING A 69% DENSITY BONUS INCREASE AND SPECIAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - CHELSEA INVESTMENT CORPORATION RESOLUTION 19377, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PCC 99-25, FOR A 132-UNIT AFFORDABLE SENIOR APARTMENT COMPLEX AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE AND MEDICAL CENTER COURT WITHIN THE SUNBOW II PLANNED COMMUNITY; AND ALLOWING A 69% DENSITY BONUS INCREASE PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65915, CHELSEA INVESTMENT COP,.PORATION The proposed project consists of 132 senior apartment units divided into three separate villages with connecting pedestrian links. The request includes a reduction in parking and open space requirements. Staff supports these requests and believes they result in a superior product design. The applicant is also requesting a 69% density bonus. Staff supports this request in that it will help to implement the City's Affordable Housing Program and provide supportive housing assistance to special needs population such as the elderly. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. (Director of Planning and Building) Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and at the time specified in the notice. Staff presented the proposed project. Councilmember Davis asked how the proposed parking requirements compared to other senior apartment complexes in Chula Vista. Staff responded that Kiku Gardens has similar parking for seniors. Mayor Horton stated that residents at Kiku Gardens have reported that their parking is more than adequate. Councilmember Moot asked where visitors to the complex would park on holidays. Staff replied that the Planning Commission had discussed parking in great detail and had concluded that adequate parking would be available during holidays. Mayor Horton then opened the public hearing and asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak. Page 10 02/16/99 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (Continued) Bill Hedencamp, the architect for the project, stated that most residents would be single homeowners. The standard for parking is generally around .6 per dwelling unit, and this project has a 1:1 ratio. He also noted that landscaping would comprise 48% of the site. There being no one further wishing to speak, Mayor Horton closed the public hearing. Mayor Hotton stated that there is a need for quality senior housing, and she was pleased to have this project brought forward, since it is compatible with the surrounding area, including the Veteran's home and mass transit. ACTION: Mayor Horton then offered Resolution No. 19377, heading read, text waived. The motion carried 5-0. BOARD AND COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS There were none. ACTION ITEMS The following item was considered out of sequence, immediately following Oral Communications. 24. A. RESOLUTION 19378, APPRO VING THE PROBLEM-SOLVING PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH AYRES LAND COMPANY, THE EASTLAKE COMPANY, FIELDSTONE COMMUNITIES, 1NC., THE CORKY MCMILLIN COMPANIES, THE OTAY RANCH COMPANY, AND PACIFIC BAY HOMES ("DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY") RESOLUTION 19379, APPROVING THE ADDITION OF ONE PERMANENT HALF-TIME EQUIVALENT LATENT PRINT EXAMINER POSITION AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS (4/5TH'S VOTE REQUIRED) On November 18, 1997, Council approved acceptance of funds from the U.S. Department of Justice for a COPS Problem-Solving Partnership Study to be conducted by the Police Department. One part of the study focused on improving new home safety and security through target-hardening and other preventive measures. These measures were co-formulated with the Police Department and developers and builders, who are now prepared to sign an implementation agreement. A second focus of the study was improving on-scene evidence collection and increasing suspect arrests. This was achieved during the life of the grant, with the addition of a temporary Latent Print Examiner. A third part of the study specifically addressed crime problems occurring in multi-family housing. As part of a previous report, Council authorized the department to initiate a Crime Free Multi-Housing Program in Chula Vista. The results from these interventions have been, and are expected to continue to be, significant. Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. (Chief of Police) Staff commented that this partnership with the developers will create a safer community. It is a voluntary program for new construction, but the crime-free ideas will be shared as well with developers who are rehabilitating older homes in the vvestern section of Chula Vista. The cities of El Cajon and Mesa, Arizona have successfully implemented similar programs. Page 11 02/16/99 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) ACTION: Mayor Horton offered Resolutions No. 19378 and No. 19379, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0. The developers and Mayor Hotton then formally signed the contract documents. OTHER BUSINESS 25. CITY MANAGER' S REPORTS City Manager Rowlands invited Council to attend both a breakfast and dinner to be held on February 19th for visiting Chinese educators. 26. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Hotton stated that Chula Vista Police Officers would participate in "Tip-A-Cop" on February 24"' at the Red Lobster, and all proceeds would be donated to the San Diego Special Olympics. 27. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Moot stated that Proposition L has been discussed under Oral Communications during the last two Council meetings and suggested that it be scheduled on an upcoming agenda so that it could be discussed openly, since the Council is prohibited from engaging in discussion under Oral Communications. ADJOURNMENT At 9:10 p.m., Mayor Honon adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session and thence to the State of the City address to be held on February 26th, 6:00 p.m., at Casillas Elementary School. The Regular Meeting of the Council scheduled for February 26, 1999, was canceled. Respectfully submitted, Susan Bigelow, CMC/AAE, City Clerk Page 12 02/16/99