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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1990/03/13 MINRYl~S OF A REGULAR IVlF~TING OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Tuesday, March 23, 1990 Council Chambers 6:05 p.m. Public Services Building CALL TO ORDER 1. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers Malcolm, McCandliss, Moore, Nader, and Mayor Cox ALSO PRESENT: City Manager, John D. Goss; Assistant City Attorney, Richard D. Rudolf; and City Clerk, Beverly A. Authelet 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, SII,ENT PRAYER 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 6, 1990 MSC (McCandliss/Moore) to approve the minutes of March 6, 1990 as presented, 4-0-0-1 with Mayor Cox abstaining. 4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY: 4a. Presentation by representative of the San Diego County Sheriffs Department regarding South Bay Jail Security M. E. Nichols, Commander, San Diego County Sheriffs Department, stated he was in charge of jail operations for the County. He was at the meeting to answer any questions the Council may have regarding the recent escape of thirteen inmates from the facility. Charles Wood, Captain of the South Bay Detention Center, gave the Council a brief overview of the escape. He stated they have come up with several solutions and would be going through the County Board of Supervisors for funding. Mayor Cox questioned whether it was true that the sensors on the windows were not operating at the time of the escape. Captain Wood stated that was correct and that the Board of Supervisors had appropriated approximately $100,000 this morning for the repair of the sensors and outdoor cameras. He noted that his department had been working on this problem prior to the escape. Mayor Cox questioned if there was any other County facility with more breakouts. Captain Wood stated they had the most. He informed the Council that the building had been designed aesthetically rather than for utilization. Other facilities have a fence, wall, then building while the South Bay facility has a fence and then the building which leaves only one area for an inmate to have to go through. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 2 Mayor Cox asked how many breakouts there had been in the history of the facility. Captain Wood stated there was one escapee in 1982, seven in 1989, and 23 in 1990. Councilman Malcolm thanked Captain Wood for his presentation and his sincerity but questioned why the windows could not be closed in. Commander Nichols stated that Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations required outside light sources. Councilman Malcolm questioned whether a report could be given weekly on the work that is being done to the facility. He stated this would ensure that the work was being done and it would also keep the Council informed so they could encourage the Board of Supervisors in case the work was not being done. Commander Nichols stated there was no problem in submitting a weekly or biweekly report and noted that the problem was not just the Sheriffs Departments but also the community's. Councilwoman McCandliss questioned the interim measures. Captain Wood stated security guards have been patrolling the outside area and are in radio contact at all times. He also stated the room in which the hacksaw blades were smuggled in has now been placed off limits. There are also more internal checks. Councilwoman McCandliss noted the Board of Supervisors had also approved an extensive security audit. Captain Wood stated the audit was County wide. Councilwoman McCandliss commended the action of the County and offered the services of the Chula Vista PoIice Department in the auditing process. Mayor Cox stated there was a credibility gap due to the number of escapes and questioned whether the Board of Supervisors would allow one or two citizens to serve on this Task Force. Captain Wood stated the report is due back to the Board on March 27th. He added that he had been working with Bud Plockington and would recommend him for the committee appointment. Commander Nichols stated there is also a standing citizens advisory group which meets once a month, it is the Advisory Committee on Adult Detention. Bud Plockington, 656 Glover Place, Chula Vista, CA, stated he has worked with Captain Wood and felt he was an outstanding professional. He had three concerns which were: 1. security lighting, cameras, and motion sensors; 2. the 12 hours shifts/5 days per week the deputies were working; and 3. credibility. He felt as a residential community the facility posed a serious problem. He urged the Council to assist in any way possible and also urged two Councilmembers to become experts and get involved. He then offered his services. Councilman Moore stated he had taken the tour offered by the Sheriffs Depa~ tment of the facility and he was impressed with the changes that are being made to enhance security. He stated that as long as society dictates what the design of the facility must be, rather than those who run the facility, there will always be a way for the inmates to beat the system. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 3 Mayor Cox noted there were several elements which added to the situation: 1. over crowding and 2. Proposition A which provided for funds but can not be spent until litigated. He did not feel the new East Mesa Jail Facility would have an impact on the South Bay Facility, as the entire system was overburdened. He noted there were no easy answers. MSUC (Cox/Nader) to request that the Board of Supervisors appoint a dtizen from Chula V'Bta to serve on the Task Force. Council recommended Bud Plockington as the representative of the citizens of Chula Vista. ./,~7,Z/ Councilman Malcolm questioned whether Council should make a formal motion regarding the weekly reports. City Manager Goss stated the Sheriffs Office had agreed to supply these reports and he felt that was sufficient. He assumed the reports would be written. Councilwoman McCandliss thanked Supervisor Bilbrey and his staff and felt they were real advocates for the City. She noted that this was important to help the City Counc~ fight the bureaucracy. CONSENT CAI.RNDAR atems pulled: 12 and 18) MSUC (Malcolm/Moore) to continue Item 8 to the meeting of April 17, 1990 as per staff request Councilman Malcolm questioned whether the lots in Item 11 were labeled as building lots which could be sold at a later date. Cliff Swanson, Assistant Public Works Director, informed the Council that the lots were not buildable and mostly leftovers. Councilman Malcolm requested that staff review to ensure they would not be sold at a later date. Councilman Nader stated Item 6 had been continued from a previous meeting so that the Council could receive and review the recommendations from the Mobile Home Issues Committee and he noted the recommendations were not included in his packet. Chris Salemone, Director of Community Development, stated the recommendations had been given to the City Attorney for review and they would not impact the rezoning. They will be brought back to Council at a later date. Councilman Nader stated he could not fully evaluate the impact without reviewing the recommendations. MSUC (Nader/Malcolm) to continue the Report and Ordinance 2360 until the meeting of April 17, 1990. Councilman Nader requested that staff notify the Council if there were any impending closures. COUNCILMAN MALCOLM OFFERED THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR, reading of the texts was waived, passed and approved unanimously. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 4 ) 5. WR/'I'IILN COMMUNICATIONS: a. Letter of request for fmandal support oflNFO LINE - Councilman Ron Roberrs, Second District, City of San Diego, 202 C Sweet, San Diego, CA 92101. Recommended that this matter be referred and considered for funding during the 1990-91 budget cycle. b. Letter of concern regarding the condition of Telegraph Canyon Road, particularly the portion of 0ray Lakes Road from the entrance of the 0tay Mob~ehome Park to Rutgets Street - J. D. Heinrich, 1925-103 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 92013. Recommended that staff meet immediately with the EastLake Development Company and the County of San Diego to determine what is delaying the project, what can be done on an interim basis to improve the situation in the area of the Otay Mobile Home Park, and when the project is scheduled to be completed. It is further recommended that staff communicate pertinent information regarding the project and its schedule with Mr. Heinrich. /-~ 70?3 c. Claim against the City in the amount of $250,000 - Ms. Isabel Riven, c/o Gustavo B. Slovinsky, Esq., Slovinsky & Slovinsky, Attorneys at Law, 281 Quinrard Street, Chula Vista, CA 92011. Recommended by the City's claims administrators, Carl Warren & Company, and Risk Management, that this claim be denied. 6.A. REPORT ON ORDINAN(~ REZONING ALL EXlSIING MOBI~ I~IOMF./I'P, AII J~R PARKS TO MHP ZONE - Staff recommends that Council not use rezoning as an interim measure to prevent or delay the closure of mobilehome/trailer parks. (Director of Community Developmenr,/Planning) Pulled from Gonsent Calendar and continued to 4/17/90 B. ORDINANCE 2360 PROHIBITING USES IN CONFUCT WITH PROPOSED REZONING UNDER STUDY (Urgency Measure) (continued from 2/13/90) Pulled from Consent Calendar and continued to 4/17/90 7. ORDINANCE 2372 ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND HOUSING IN THE UNCIASSIFIED SERVICE (first reading) -Sraff recornmends placement of ordinance for first reading. (Director of (Personnel) RESOLUTION 15545 AMENDING THE MIDDLE MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION RESOLUTION AND AMENDING THE EXECUTIVE AND MIDDLE MANAGEMENT FRINGE BENEFIT RESOLUTION FOR 1989.90 TO ESTABLISH SALARY AND FRINGE BENEPTFS FOR THE NEW UNCLASSIFIED POSITION OF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND HOUSING - Reclassify the position of Deputy Director of Building and Hosing to Assistant Director of Building and Housing. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Personnel) 8. RESOLUTION 15542 APPROVING FACILITY USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHIJLA VISTA AND THE SUNNYSIDE SADDLE CLUB - A formal Facility Use Agreement has been negotiated with the Sunnyside Saddle Club. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Continued from 3/6/90) (Director of Parks and Recreation) Pulled from Consent Calendar and continued to 4/17/90 / 37~ 9. RESOLUTION 15546 APPROVING THE FIRST AMFJqDMENT TO THE AGI~RRMENT B~ THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND SAN DIEGO TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC CONTROL FACHJ'TIES - San Diego Trust and Savings Bank has proposed an amendment to this MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 5 agreement with the City for the installation of a traffic control barrier at their branch office at 444 "H" Street to remove the barrier during Saturday operating hours. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Community DevelopmenO I,'~ ~i/~ 10. RESOLUTION 15547 ADOPTING 1988 REGIONAL STANDARD DRAWINGS AND STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS - The Regional Standards Committee has revised the standard drawings and specifications so adopted by the Council and have published the revised 1988 edition. Engineering staff accordingly has revised the City's "Department of Public Works Design Standards/Construction Standards; Standard Special Provisions; and Part I Special Provisions/General". Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) 11. RESOLUTION 15548 ORDERING THE SLIMMARY VACATION OF PORTIONS OF OTAY lAKES ROAD SOU'I~ OF BON1TA ROAD - Realignment and widening to four lanes of Otay Lakes Road between Bonita and Ridgeback Road is complete, McMillin Company has requested that the City vacate those portions of the right-of-way no longer needed. Section 8330 of the California Streets and Highways Code states that the legislative body may summarily vacate a public street or highway which has been superseded by relocation. Staff recommends approval of the resolution and direct City Clerk to record same. (Director of Public Works) 1"l>3 / 12. RESOLUTION 15549 AWARDING CONTRACT TO MCR F.I.RCTRICAL COhFFRACTORS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PEDESTRIAN ACTUATED TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON HILLTOP DRIVE AT THE SAN DIEGO GAS AND RI.ECTRIC EASEMENT AND APPROPRIATING $26,617.90 FROM THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL FUND ACCOUNT - Accepting bids and awarding contract for the construction of a pedestrian activated traffic signal on Hilltop Drive at the SDG&E easement. Staff recommends approval of the resolution and appropriating funds from the traffic signal fund. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from the Consent Calendar 1,1;'a':~ 13.A. RESOLUTION 15550 ACCEPTINGGRANTSOFEASEMENTFORSTREETTREEPURPOSESFROM THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AND DONALD AND AMALIA A! .F. XANDER - On 2/20/89, the Public works and Planning Departments approved Tentative Parcel Map 89-3. Said parcel map involves the consolidation of two lots on Dorothy Street in the Montgomery area into one and subdividing this new lot into three parcels. Conditions placed upon the Tentative Parcel Map required the owners to grant easements for street and street tree purposes. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) B. RESOLUTION 15551 ACCEPTING GRANTS OF EASEMENT FOR STREET PURPOSES, DEDICATING SAID STREET TO PUBLIC USE AND OFFICIALLY NAMING SAID STREET DOROTHY STREET- Staff recommends approval of the resolution, (Director of Public Works) 14, RESOLUTION 15552 ADOFlING THE REGIONAL HOUSING NERDS STAg FOR 1991-1996 - Pursuant to State law a revised Regional Housing Needs Statement for 1991-1996 has been drafted by SANDAG to replace the prior expiring Statement for 1984-1990. This statement is mandated to establish housing needs and performance goals for the local jurisdictions to use in developing programs for their pending Housing Element Update. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Planning) MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 6 15. RESOLUTION 15553 APPROVING CHANGE ORDER No. 7 FOR THE REBAODELING OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 276 FOURTH AVENUE, CHUI~ VISTA, CALIFORNIA AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXECLrlZ SAID CHANGE ORDER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA - This change order to the contract has been generated because of extra asbestos abatement; the installation of a large air handler; and a suspended ceiling. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) 3.6. REPORT pLANNEDARBORDAYCFREECITYUSA) CF-LERRATION MARCH14,1990 AND MARCH 7, 1991 - Celebration of ten year "Tree City USA" award and recognition of tree donations to school district from EastLake Development Company. Staff recommends acceptance of report and support staff in ongoing enhancement of Arbor Day programs to assure continued recognition of Chula Vista as "Tree City USA". (Director of Planning) 1~72~]' 17. REPORT REQUEST TO CONDUCT BICYCI.E RACE - Nicholson Cycling Productions a professional race organizer, is requesting permission to conduct a bicycle race (creterium) in the EastLake area on Sunday, April 29, 1990. Staff recommends Council accept the report and approve the request subject to staff conditions. (Director of Parks and Recreation) 3. 8. REPORT IMPACT OF REMOVING TtLEES AT THE FORT APACHE AREA OF ROHR PARICS CONSTRUCTION - At the 1/9/90 Council meeting, staff was directed to reassess the impact of proceeding with the tree removal plan currently scheduled for the Fort Apache area of Rohr Park. Staff recommends Council accept the report and approve the original construction plans for the renovation of P, ohr/Sweetwater Park. (Director of Parks and Recreation) Pulled from the Consent Calendar * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * PUBLIC HFARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES OTHER BUSINESS ] 9. OIL~L COMMUNICATIONS 19a. Tom Pocldington, 3210 Kennelworth LaD_e, Bonita, CA, 92002, stated he understood that Mayor Cox and Councilman Moore had been visiting the Sunnyside/Vista residents regarding reorganization and questioned what the catalyst was for their actions. Mayor Cox informed Mr. Pocklington that the Council had received a letter approximately two weeks ago stating the residents in the area were interested in annexation. He stated the residents were now getting ready to file with LAFCO and Mr. Pocldington could talk with him or the Director of Planning regarding this issue. Councilman Moore stated he had heard that this started when the septic tank at one of the homes had been condemned by the County and the owner decided to hook up with the City sewer system. He believed there were approximately twenty households involved in the process at this time. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 7 19b. James A. Good, 376 Center, No. 143, Chula Vista, CA 92010, expressed his concerns over the lack of a City operated jail facility and urged the Council to consider this issue. 19c. Mary Hayrues, 1423 Eckman Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 92011, requested that staff check into the traffic between Orange and Max streets. She stated the posted speed is 35 mph and there are no signs notifying motorists that there is a school in the area. She also noted that the children are utilizing the crosswalk at the SDG&E easement and urged the Council to speed up the installation of the traffic signal. MSUC 0NladerAMcCandliss) to request staff prepare a report for the Council regarding the traffic situation between Orange end Max and to include any recommendations they may have regarding signage. 19d. V.L. Pendergraft, One Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista, CA, thanked the Council for moving forward with the crossing but noted that it is only effective for approximately one hour during the day and the rest of the time pedestrians were unprotected. Mayor Cox stated he had made a statement at the meeting of March 6th which indicated that there had been action to proceed with the design of both signals. This was in error and he apologized to Mr. Pendergraff. That had been his original motion but there was a sub-motion which was passed instead. Mr. Pendergraff also questioned how many deputies were on duty the night of the jail break and where they were when the sawed off bars were being used as a battering ram to break the windows. 19e. Jean Pendergraft, One Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista, CA 92021, stated the posted speed on the designated school route is 35 mph and there are no signs stating there is a school zone. She felt that 35 mph was excessive and requested that Council direct staff to study all school areas within the City to ensure consistency. She stated that even 25 mph was to high a speed and recommended 15 mph school zones. Mary Hayrues stated Mrs. Pendergraft was correct in stating the speed zone signs were not consistent and also noted the lack of school zone signs in the area. Councilman Moore stated that shortly after the tragedy, one of the comments he had made provided direction to staff to review all school zones and work with the PTA's regarding this issue. He has been assured by the City Manager that staff is working on this. Councilman Nader stated the intent of his motion was to include the concerns of Mrs. Pendergraft and Mrs. Hayrnes in the report back to Council. John Lippitt, Director of Public Works, stated staff is studying the three alternatives for traffic signals and was to have brought back their report in conjunction with the CIP budget process. This item has not been docketed but he felt it would be ready at the end of this month. Mayor Cox hoped it would be docketed as soon as possible and he felt that staff should begin design. 19f. Paul L. Greene, Sr., 141 Lotus Drive, Chula Vista, CA 92011, stated he wanted to discuss what he felt were his problems with the City. He felt the cars that were on his property were in compliance with the City Municipal Code. 19g. Jos W. Garcia, 484 5th Street, Chula Vista, CA, questioned why the Council was not taking steps to have the South Bay Detention Facility removed from the City of Chula Vista. He felt there was sufficient property on Otay Mesa to move the facility there. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 8 ) Mayor Cox stated the facility was originally built as part of the South County RegionaI Center. He further stated that the County was so far behind in their need for jail facilities, he did not feel the new facility would relieve the overcrowding in the South Bay facility. Mr. Garcia stated the facility was present to the citizens as a court house and then the jail was worked into the plans. He felt the facility was dangerous and the City should start a movement to have it moved out of downtown Chula Vista. Councilman Malcolm informed Mr. Garcia that Cha~es Wood, Captain of the South Bay Detention Center, had given a presentation ea~ier in the Council meeting and recommended that he watch the presentation on cable television Wednesday night. He felt that Captain Wood was trying to address the concerns and to get things done to improve security. He agreed that it was unfortunate that the facility was located in Chula Vista, but, realistically, he was not sure there was anything the Counc~ could do. 20. ITEMS IPUIJ.ED FROM THE CONSFANT C31.RlqDAR Item 12. RESOLUTION 15549 AWARDING CONTRACT TO MCR RI.RCTRICAL CONTRACTORS FOR THE CONSTRUCF ON OF A PEDESTRIAN ACTUATED TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON H1LLTOP DRIVE AT THE SAN DIEGO GAS AND RI.RL'I'RIC EASEMENT AND APPROPRIATING $26,617,90 FROM THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL FUND ACCOUNT John Lippitt, Director of Public Works, stated the pedestrian actuated traffic signal would be installed within t~venty-one calendar days from approval by the Council. Ernest S. Arnold, 897 Beech Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation. He stated he was not representing the Safety Commission but was speaking as a private citizen. He did not feel the Council had all the information necessary and should wait for the report back from staff. He also felt that Council had not given proper consideration to the recommendations of the Safety Commission. He recommended the Resolution be tabled until the staff report is completed and also that it be referred back ro the Safety Commission for further review. Mayor Cox stared there was great diversity between everyone regarding this issue and Council had listened to and considered the recommendations from the Safety Commission, staff, and the citizens. He felt the decision to install the pedestrian actuated traffic signal would have been made at sometime in the future if not now due to the number of schools in the area and the planned green belt corridor. He informed Mr. Arnold that the Council appreciates the recommendations from the Safety Commission but felt the Council had made the right decision. He added that staff is to report back in two weeks with their evaluation of a traffic signal at Kingswood, Rienstra, or Kingswood and Rienstra. V.L. Pendergrafr, One Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista, CA, stated on 2/13/90 Council directed staff to bring back the report in four weeks. He noted that this time period had already passed. He stated there needed to be large pedestrian signs in order to slow traffic down in the area. Mrs. Haynes stated the crosswalk is exactly what they had set out to accomplish - a functional crosswalk. She felt the addition of a traffic signal would also help alleviate the pedestrian/traffic situation. She stated that the flashing lights would have to remain for awhile until motorists were familiar with the crosswalk. RESOLUTION 15549 OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved unanimously. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 9 Councilman Malcolm reiterated Mayor Cox's comments regarding the special plans for the easement and noted this would result in an expanded park system. He was uncertain regarding the addition of a traffic signal and noted staff comments which stated lights in certain intersections could be a hazard. Item 18. REPORT IMPACT OF REMOVING TREES AT THE FORT APACHE AREA OF ROHR PAPdeS CONSTRUCTION Manuel Mollinedo, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated staff still supported the original recommendation due to the following three reasons: 1) more usable park land, 2) better security, and 3) if the City stays with the existing recommendation they could move forward with the project approximately four months earlier. Staff in conjunction with ML Niles Norquist, Consultant with the Rohr Sweetwater Park Project, has also developed three alternatives which are included in the staff report. Mr. Norquist was present to give a presentation and answer any questions the Council may have. Councilman Malcolm stated he resented reading the staff report and then having presentations at the meetings which included the very same information. Councilwoman McCandHss stated she had discussed this with the staff and felt prepared to move forward without a presentation. George Kost, APO 232, Bonita, CA 92002, representing the Sweetwater Valley Civic Association, spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation. He complimented the work of Manuel Mollinedo and wished him good luck. He stated that Council had to realize that Bonita had rolling hills and he hated to see anyone cut down living trees. He disagreed with leveling the side of the hill facing the soccer fields but noted the other side was a mess that was congested with trees and foliage which should be cleaned up. Councilman Malcolm stated he was under the impression that the park was already being used to capacity and questioned whether Mr. Kost, as a resident, had a problem with the expansion which would encourage more people to use the park. Mr. Kost stated he felt that particular area of the park was under utilized and that the area beyond the horse ring could accommodate more parking if it were marked. MS (Cox/Moore) to accept the staff recommendation which included the irnplementa~on of the original Councilwoman McCandliss stated this was the redevelopment of a park not a new park and she felt that the goals could be met while preserving the healthy trees. She felt it was a priority that the City keep as many trees as possible. She noted that in Alternative 2 a majority of the cost was for fill and she felt this was possibly overestimated. She encouraged fellow Councilmembers not to support the staff recommendation but to approve Alternative 2. Mayor Cox stated he has supported Arbor Day and was proud the 10 year distinction of "Tree City USA' and he was not a tree slayer, but he felt Alternative 2 was not a good solution as it was tetTibly expensive. He felt it was time to move forward and to look for additional funding to replace removed trees with more mature trees. He added that the City Council was concerned with reforestation in the City of Chula Vista. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 10 Councilwoman McCandliss stated that it did not matter what the intent was, the staff recommendation would strip out the trees. 'Councilman Malcolm questioned whether Councilwoman McCandliss' intent was to approve Alternative 2 and an additional $400,000. Councilwoman McCandliss stated it was and she felt the soil might be obtained elsewhere, saving the City some of the estimated costs. Councilman Malcolm stated he had a problem deviating from staffs recommendation. He added the City has not had the money for Eucalyptus Park. He felt after the initial work has been done, Council should look at additional funds for more mature trees. He added he was not a tree slayer but felt the Council needed to look at the whole issue and he felt the motion would best serve the community. Councilman Nader stated he would not vote at any time to spend $400,000 to save any trees as much as he loved trees. He noted that Alternative 2 included the importation of f'~l and also included an additional parking lot. He felt the need for a parking lot should be further explored and he was not sure $400,000 was necessary to achieve the objective of Alternative 2 and could not support the motion. He felt the report also made dear that with proper maintenance, the grove would not have been as hazardous as it has become and he hoped staff would monitor other areas within the City. Councilman Moore stated he had mixed emotions' and he could support extra money for more mature trees. He added that the park should be completed so the kids could play. Mayor Cox noted the plan, as submitted by staff, would result in a more aesthetically pleasing area adjacent to Sweetwater Road. VOTE ON MOTION: approved 3-2-0 with CounciLmembers McCand/iss/Nader voting no. MSUC (Cox/Nader) to refer to staff with report back to Council with recommendalions for more mature and additional trees, as a separate part of the contract. 2 I. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT(S) 21a. Stated this would be the last meeting for the Director of Parks and Recreation, Manuel Mollinedo, as he has accepted a position with the City of Austin. He felt Manuel had done an outstanding job and felt it was a loss for the City. Mr. Mollinedo thanked the City and Councilmembers individually for their support and the opportunities given to him, 21b. Informed the Council that the Worksession of 3/22/90 had been canceled due to a lack of quorum and reminded them of the Redevelopment Agency meeting on Thursday, March 15, 1990. 22. MAYOR'S REPORT(S) 22a. Referenced a letter received from the County of San Diego notifying the City of their intent to lease office space in Chula Vista. He questioned whether this was a time sensitive issue. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 11 City Manager Goss stated the letter would be on the next weeks agenda for Council action. 22b. Stated the National League of Cities meeting was well artended and after speaking with colleagues from other cities, he felt Chula Vista was doing something fight. He also met with Mr. Bill Canary, Special Assistant to the President for Intergovernmental Affairs, regarding the Nature Interpretire Center, in hopes of having it designated in the 1,000 Points of Light Program promoted by President Bush and also suggesting that this is a facility that the President would someday wan to visit because of its unique nature and volunteer effort. He also noted the beneficial assessment district that would be used to ultimately fund the Center. 22c. Stated he had informed Mayor Lee Cook of Austin that he was receiving an excellent person for the job and wished Manuel Mollinedo good luck. 23. COUNCIL COMMENTS 23a. Councilman Malcolm: Informed the Council that he ~vould not be at the next two Council meetings as he would be in school. He then complimented Manuel Mollinedo and noted that he was someone that fought for what he believed in and what was best for the City. 23b. Councilman Nader: Informed the Council that he would not be at the next two Council meetings as he would be visiting Chula Vista's Sister City, Irapuato, Mexico. He stated he would be the first Councilmember to visit there in the last fifteen years. He also- complimented Manuel Mollinedo and stated he was going to be hard to replace. 23c. Councilwoman McCandliss: Stated she appreciated Manuel Mollinedo's creativity and ability to carry a project through and felt his leaving was a real loss to the City. 23d. Councilman Moore: Stated it appeared it would not be likely that light rail would be available within the City of Chula Vista. If and when it is in place, it would have a north/south route through the City. If Council felt strongly about not having this service, within the City, they should contact him. Councilman Nader stated he had not read the entire report but he was concerned that it' the City grows as projected in the General Plan or by SANDAG that the transportation system would be overburdened. He hoped there would be something that could be done to facilitate the east/west transit plan. Councilman Malcolm stated that he and Assemblyman Steve Peace had proposed an east/west trolley line and were soundly defeated by the Council. He noted he still supported an east/west link and felt this should be included in the design of the streets. MINUTES March 13, 1990 Page 12 Councilwoman McCandliss stated as a Council they had supported an east/west route but the problem · with always linkage with I-5. She was also told by MTDB that if alternative transportation was running on the streets with traffic there would not be any difference in utilization between the buses and trolley. Councilman Malcolm stated it was a mental attitude, he would not ride on a bus but utiiizes the trolley frequently. Councilwoman McCandliss felt there may be other alternatives that should be studied for an east/west route. The City Council/Redevelopment Agency adjourned to a closed session at 8:16 p.m. to discuss: a. Potential acquisition of properties pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8:760 Broadway (Glen E. Fuller, Trust, owner); 801 E. Broadway (Travis A. & Margaret L. Reneau, David D. & Christina L. Ordway, owners) b. Potential disposition of real property located at the 'E~ Street Trolley Station, Chula Vista, leased by Harold Elkan pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 c. Pending litigation Randolph vs. City of Chula Vista, et al. pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) d. Personnel matter pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 ADJOURNMENT AT 10:05 P.M. to the Redevelopment Agency meeting on March 15, 1990 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room. Respectfully submitted, BEVERLYA. AUTHELET, CMC, City Clerk \ by: Vicki Soderquist, Depu~'~ Clerk