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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1990/03/27 MINLrrF.~ OF A REGULAR MF~'I'ING OF THE crrY oF CHUIA VISTA Tuesday, March 27, 1990 Council Chambers 6:00 p.m. Public Services Building CALL TO ORDER 1. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers Malcolm, McCandliss, Moore, and Mayor Cox ABSENT: Councilman Nader ALSO PRESENT: City Manager, John D. Goss; Assistant City Attorney, Richard D. Rudolf; and City Clerk, Beverly A. Authelet 2. Pr.~r~GE OF ~IJ.I~GIANCE TO THE FLAG, SILENT PRAYER 3. APPROVAL OF MI~: None 4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY: 4a. Proclamation was presented by Councilwoman McCandliss to Councilman Jess E. Van Deventer from National City, California proclaiming Sunday, April 1, 1990 as 'Census Day' in the City of Chula Vista, California. 4b. Proclamation presented by Councilwoman McCandliss to Dick Slaker of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, proclaiming March 7, 1990 as 'Arbor Day'. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items pulled: 7, 20, 21 A&B, and 22) Councilman Malcolm questioned the item on setting a public hearing for vacation. He wanted to know if it was staffs intention, at the time the vacation is up, to hire an appraiser to determine market value so Council would have all the information at that time. City Manager Goss stated that when this item comes before Council, they would be looking at what economic benefit there may be to the land as it pertains to the person trying to achieve it as well as to the base ownership, if it does belong to the City. Councilman Malcolm noted that the law requires Council to make certain disclosures and abstentions. He had requested from staff, numerous times, that the information be passed on to the Council as to who these partnerships are. He stated he did not know who or what Telegraph Canyon Medical Parmership was and he recommended item 20 be pulled. Councilwoman McCandliss questioned item 8 and whether the Council would be precluded from funding a Town Manager if the budget was approved tonight. She expressed her concern over the ability to redirect money at a later time. City Manager Goss stated that ff approved, it did not. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 2 COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS OFFF..RKD THE BAIANCE OF THE CONSENT C~I-FNDAR, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved 4-O-1 C/qader absent). Mayor Cox noted that the public hearings were noticed for 6:30 p.m. and that Council would hear Oral Communications until that time. S. WPdTIEN COMMUNICATIONS: S a. Letter of resignation from the Library Board - Robert B. Romero, 1919 Grand Avenue, Suite 1D, San Diego, CA 92109 Recommended that Mr. Romem's resignation be accepted with regret and that a letter of appreciation be sent to him. ' 5 b. Letter requesting support for the concept of a bill that will be introduced by John Vascgncellos to help fund the existing radio readLng services - Donna Warren, Director, Radio Reading Service, KPBS Radio Reading Service, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-0527. Recommended that the Citys Legislative Committee track this bill and make a recommendation at a future date in support or non-support of the legislation. In the meantime, it is recommended that staff be directed to notify Ms. Warten that we support the bill in concept but must reserve our Final position until after we have reviewed the proposed legislation. 5c. Letter requesting 1S mph speed control zones at all schools - Jim Willis, Post Office Box 2432, 51 East "L" Street, Chula Vista, CA 92012. Recommended that Mr. Willis be advised that under current California law a local jurisdiction, after conducting a necessary Iraffic study, can reduce speeds in areas where the prima facie speed is 25 miles per hour to 20 or 15 miles per hour if justified by reason of the traffic study. 5d. Letter of resignation fTom the Safety Commission - Gene M~itscher, 190 East Emerson Street, Chula Vista, CA 92011. Recommended that only those individuals and commissions required to file by April 1, 1989 be required to file by April 1, 1990. 6. ORDINANCE 2362 ADDING CHAFFER 2.33 TO THE CI-1UIA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION (second readin~)o The Chula Vista 2000 Cultural Arts Subcommittee has recommended the establishment of a Cultural Arts Commission and has worked with staff in formulating the more detailed description of the commission in the proposed ordinance. Staff recommends Council place ordinance on second reading and adoption, direct City Clerk to solicit applications and refer funding issues to the budget process. (Deputy City Manager) I~dO ~ 7. ORDINANCE 2364 AMENDING SECTION 5,29.035 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CONSOLIDATION OF CARDROOM LICENSES (first reading) - Ordinance would clarify the consolidation provisions in the cardroom ordinance by making it clear that whenever a persons holds an interest in one cardroom and then seeks to acquire or acquires an interest in a second cardroom, the reduction in tables provisions applies. Staff recommends Council place ordinance on first reading. (City Attorney) Pulled from Consent Calendar ]30~ 8. RESOLUTION 15558 /hoPROVING PROPOSED BUDGET AND ACHIEVEMENT REPORT FOR THE DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Finance) )~OB'5 MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 3 9. P, ESOLUT[ON 15559 AUTHORIZINGTHEDEPARTMENTOFG~SERVICF-qOFTHESTATE OF CALIFORNIA TO PURCHASE ELEVEN POLICE PATROL SEDANS, THnRR COMPACT SEDANS AND ONE PICKUP TRUCK ON BEHALF OF THE ul'l~t OF (3qULA VISTA - FY 1989-90 budget includes funds for the purchase of the vehicles. Council Resolution No. 6132 authorizes the City m participate in a cooperative bid with the State of California for the purchase of these vehicles. The procedure requires the adoption of a resolution designating the State as its purchasing agent in making the purchase. A service charge of one percent of the total before taxes is required for each transaction. Staff recommends approval of the resolution, (Director of Finance) 1~:5'~, 10. RF. SOLUTION 15560 ACCEFTING CONTRACT WORK FOR RECONS'I~UCTION OF SIDEWALKS AND INSTALLATION OF SIDEWALK RAMPS {1989-90 PROGRAM) AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF CHULA VlSTA AND TRANSI-IRRING FUNDS THEREFORE - On 12/5/89 the Council awarded a contract in the mount of $68,599.95 for the construction of sidewalks and installation of sidewalk rmps (1989-90 program) at various locations in the City to Caves Construt'lion. The work is now completed, however, the conwac~ costs exceeded the budgeted mount by $2,438.82. Sn~I is requesting a ix~aafer of funds to cover this defttit. Staff recornmp~ds approval of the resolution. ~tor of Public Works) 1t93'7 11. RESOLUTION 15561 ~G PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, MISSION VERDE SUBDNISION - Tetra Industries, inc. has completed the requirements for public improvemenB for their Mission Verde subdivision. The imptorment agreement was approved by Council on 8/9/88. Staff recommends approval of the resolufion. CDireclor of Public Works) 1Z RESOLUTION 15562 APPROVlNG THE FIRST kMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGR ERMENT WITH SAN DIEGO GAS AND k-LRCTRIC AND/x~!zJNG THE MAYOR TO SIGN SAID AGI~I~F. MENT - This item is consideration of the First Amendment to a Joint Us~ Agreement which the City entered into with SDG&E on 11/7/~9 by Resolution 15368. The agreement was in conjunction with the widening of Telegraph Canyon Road between Paseo Ladera and Apache Drive. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) I~o ~c/ 13. RESOLUTION 15563 ACCEFrlNG BII~ Al'a) AWARDING CONTRACT FOR *TREE TRIMMING SERVICE FOR FY 1989-90 IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA' -Sealed bids were received by the Public Works Director on 3/14/90. Funds for this project were budgeted in FY 1989-90. Work to be done consists of tr/rnming broadleaf, eucalyptus, cocus palm, and date palm trees located on various streets in the City. Staff recommends approval of the resolution and award contract to West Coast Arborisr, Inc. in the amount of $115,422. (D irector of Public Works) 14. RESOLUTION 15564 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, P, ANCHO DE[, REY, PHASE 2 SUBDM SION - Rancho del Roy Parmership has completed the requirements for public improvements for their Rancho del Roy, Phase 2 subdivision. The improvement agreement was approved by Council on 3/14/90. Staff recommends that Council approve the resolution. (Director of Public Works) 15. RESOLUTION 15565 INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF HILLTOP DRIVE NORTH OF BONITA ROAD AND SETtING A PUBLIC HFARING THEREFORE - The owner of the land in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Bonita Road and "E" Street have requested the City to vacate the easterly half MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 4 of Hilltop Drive north of Bonita Road. According to the State Streets and Highways Code, the Council must adopt a resolution of intention and in that resolution set a date and time for a public hearing to consider same. Staff recommends approval of the resolution and set a public hearing for April 10, 1990 at 6:00 p.m. and direct the City Clerk to post appropriate notices for same. (Director of Public Works) 26. RESOLUTION 15566 APPROVING AGRRRMKNT BETWF/a~ ~ COUNTY OF SAN DI~GO AND THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FOR INITIATION OF A CALTRANS PROJECT STUDY REPORT OF THE BONITA ROAD/q-B05 I~CHANGE AREA - To study improving the Bonita Road/q-BoS interchange area, a Caltrans Project Study Report must be conducted. The subject agreement between the City and the County provides for joint participation of these two agencies to initiate the required Caltrans study. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) ] 5c~/3 17. RESOLUTION 15567 AUTHORIZING SCOOT SUBMISSION OF THE FY 1990-91 TRANSPORTATION DEVF_..LOPMF_2qT ACT [IDA) ARTICLF- 4.0 CLAIM - The FY 1990-91 Scoot TDA 4.0 Claim to support Chula Vista Transit operation and capital procuremerits is $2,433,740 consisting of $2,355,740 claimed against the City of Chula Vista's apportionment and $78,000 claimed against the County of San Diego's apportionment. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) IBo qy 18. RESOLUTION 15568 APPROVING SUBMISSION OF THE FY 1990-91 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT CIDA) ARTICLE 4.5 CLAIM FOR HANDYTRANS OPERATION - The FY 1990-91 Transportation Development Act to support HandyTrans operation consists of $199,863 in TDA Article 4.5 funds and $22,437 in Proposition funds. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) I a30~/~ 19. RESOLUTION 15569 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF CHULA VISTAAND SCOOT FOR TRANSIT SERVICE IN FY 1990-91 - This agreement specifies Chula Vista Transit Service operated in the City of Chula Vista for FY 1990-91. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) / ~t~, 20. RESOLUTION 15570 ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF ROAD SURVEY NO. 127 THROUGH PROPERTY AT 688 TRI-RGRAPH CANYON ROAD - Road Survey No. 127 was recorded in 1898 and was probably the first alignment for Telegraph Canyon Road. The current alignment does not coincide with the old in any way. However, both title reports for the property at 688 Telegraph Canyon Road and the Rancho del Sur subdivision show the road fight-of-way still exists. In accordance with the Streets and Highways Code, the Council may summarily vacate unneeded right-of-way, superseded by a new alignment. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from Consent Calendar I i~gtt 7 21A. RESOLUTION 15571 APPROVING AGI1RRMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THOMAS A. MEADE FOR PROJECT I~aM'qAGEMENT SERVICES TO UPDATE THE EASTERN TERRITORIES TRANSPORTATION PHASING PLAN - Willdan Associates has completed the preliminary work for this program and the program has been used as mitigation measures for major developments in the Eastern areas such as EastLake Greens. Since the preliminary work was completed last June, the General Plan has been approved, several streets have been completed and more accurate traffic conditions are available to require MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 5 a major update to the original work. Staff recommends approval of the resolution and authorize the Mayor to execute said agreements. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from Consent Calendar B. RESOLUTION 15572 APPROVING AGR I~RMENT BETWEEN THE f~l'l Y OF CHULA VISTA AND WILLDAN ASSOCIATES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICF_q TO UPDATE THE EASTERN TERRITORIES TRANSPORTATION PHASING PLAN - Staff recommends approval of the resolution and authorize the Mayor to execute said agreements. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from Consant Calendar 22. REPORT ON TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY FOR HILLTOP DRIVE IN THE VICINITY OF KINGSWOOD DRIVE AND FAST RIENSTRA STREET - Subject intersections ranked 6,7, and 10th on 1990 intersection evaluation list for traffic signal warrants. Staff recommends Council not install a traffic signal on Hilltop Drive at Kingswood Drive or East Rienstra Street or at both of these intersections. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from Consent Calendar 23. REPORT REQUF. ST TO CONDUCT A BIKE TOUR - The San Diego Area Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, is requesting permission to conduct a bike tour through the City on Sunday, October 14, 1990. Staff recommends approval of the request subject to staff conditions. (Director of Parks and Recreation) ]~/ 24. REPORT BONITAROADRUNNEK'SREQUESTTOC6NDUCTAIOKROADRACE-The Bonita Roadrunners, Inc. is requesting permission to stage a 5K and 10K road race around Rohr Park on Saturday, May 28, 1990. Staff recommends approval of the request subject to staff conditions, (Director of Parks and Recreation) ,/FO~,~ * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 25. PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-90-27; CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ESTABLISH A RETAIL DISTRIBUTION CENTER FOR OFFICE PRODUCTS AND SUPPLIES IN AN EXIb-IING BUILDING ON 1.4 ACRES AT 630 'L' STREET IN THE I-L lIMITED INDUSTRIAL ZONE - OFFICE ~,UB, INC. 1~3 RESOLLrrlON 15573 APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PCC-90-27 FOR OFFICE CLUB, INC. - Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Planning) This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was declared open. Councilwoman McCandliss asked about adequate off street parking. Mr. Paul Manganelli, staff consultant, stated that a study had been done and the 35 public spaces and 25 employees spaces were felt to be more then enough. He informed the Council that the weekdays would be the peak hours. There being no public comment, the public hearing was declared closed. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 6 Councilman Malcolm asked how the food store parking situation was and questioned whether that was looked into. Mr. Manganelli said that it was taken into consideration and there is sufficient parking. Councilman Malcolm felt that was a very dangerous area due to the retail stores and the traffic condition on "LH Street. Councilman Moore asked if there was enough room for a double left hand turn. Mr. Hal Rosenberg, Traffic Engineer, indicated that there was enough room for a double left hand turn if they deleted the on-street parking. The ultimate goal is to widen the street to allow for a left turn lane and on-street parking. Mr. Maganelli stated the EIR included traffic impact and it was felt that with mitigation measures, the existing system would not be overburdened. RESOLLrfION 15573 O~-I,I~D BY MAYOR COX, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved 4-0. 1 with Councilman Nader absanL OTHER BUSINESS 26. ORAL COIVI1V~'NICATIONS 26a. Sidney Christiansen, S22 Orange Avenue, #31, Chula Vista, CA, 92010, stated that Orangetree has their fire main system up and are paving the parking side. The City inspection group wants to see where the sewer is capped off at the City line and stated that this was never done. The permit to move the greenhouse, that was originally there, evidently was never completed as it was turned over to the contractor, who did the moving. They expected the sidewalks, gutters, curbs and paving to be done in the next few weeks but he felt they are being held up by the City offices. He stated the lot at 47S Orange has never been rezoned for mobilehomes and they want to put 1 or 2 mbbfiehomes on the lot when completed. If they did that, they would use the sewer system just about from where it is and tap in from there. He hoped Council would give him some resolution to theh' problems. ~5'O.-<~/ City Manager Goss stated that the Planning Director and the Public Works Director just saw the letter and were not aware of these issues. Therefore, they could not have an answer for Mr. Christiansen until the next Council meeting. He stated these issues were for Building and Housing, Planning and Public Works but he would speak to Mr. Larsen or Mr. Lippitt and set up an appointment. MSC (Cox/McCandliss) to refer this item to staff with an informational report back to Council next week. Approved 4-O-1 with Councilman Nader absent. 26b. Mary Haymes, 1423 Eckman Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 92011, stated she has enjoyed working with the City and Council on the crossing at the SDG&E easement. She was proud of what they have accomplished in such a short time. She also wanted to commend the Council and staff for the time and effort they put into this project. She considered herself fortunate to live in Chula Vista and to have a Council and staff that is so accessible to the public. She also thanked the Council for making the safety of the children a priority. She questioned the status of the traffic conditions at Orange Avenue and if there were any study results regarding school signs. She wanted to go on record supporting Councilman Moores' MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 7 recommendation on reevaluating the designated school route. She volunteered to be on a committee, if there was to be one, that dealt with this issue. Mr. Lippitt, Director of Public Works, stated that the reports on Orange Avenue and designated school routes were referred to staff and are not ready since staff has concenttated on the Hilltop project. As soon as they are ready they will be mailed to her. 26c. Duane Pudgel, 378 San Miguel Drive, Chula Vista, CA 92010, stated he was representing the five towing companies in Chula Vista which do the towing for the Police Department (police requested towing). They are requesting that Council and staff start a study for a rate increase for towing. The last increase was in 1987 utilizing 1986 costs. ' Mayor Cox asked if anything was submitted in writing. Mr. Pudgel stated that he hadn't submitted his request in writing. City Manager Goss stated that Mr. Pudgel should send a letter to his attention to get this project started. Councilman Moore stated that this should be a full report since fees are included and felt there should be a public hearing. MSC (Cox/McCandliss) suggested that Mr. Pudgd submit a formal written request (with the understanding that the letter will automatically go to sl~flt'J and to refer this/ssue to staff. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Councilman Nader absent. 26d. Victor A. Nolan, 12 Via Barbetini, Chula Vista Mobilehome Park, Chula Vista, CA 92010, stated the Mobilehome Issues Committee has been unable to work out several issues due to the cancellation of the meetings. They have canceled 5 of the last 11 meetings including tonights meeting. He stated he was upset since the meetings are canceled and the issues are not resolved. He did not know what he had to do to get items on the agenda and was unsure of what he could or could not do as a committee member. Mayor Cox stated that the Committee was not slructured as an official City committee. It was formed so that the mobilehome owners, who know their issues, could give input to the Council. Councilwoman McCandliss stated that someone is canceling the meetings because they feel there are no agenda items and that the staff person that supports the committee, should contact the different members and let them know how they can put items on the agenda. Councilman Malcolm asked if Mr. Nolan had called the Chairman and asked why the meetings had been canceled. ME. Nolan stated that he hadn't contacted him since there are different problems between them. Councilman Moore stared that if this were a City Committee, the Mayor could write a letter to the chair, but felt that would be inappropriate in this case. He felt that if there were no reasons for meeting, the Committee should be terminated. 26e. James A. Good, 376 Center, No. 143, Chula Vista, CA 92011, expressed his concern over the increase in parking meter fees. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 8 d Mayor Cox stated that this item would be coming back someff~me next month and Mr. Good would be notified. Councilman Moore stated that the City should stop subsidizing the parking meters and that the City has the lowest fees in the County. 26L Paul L. Greene, St., 141 Lotus Drive, Chula Vista, CA 92011, asked if the City Attorney had investigated whether he had a case for his lawsuit against the City. City Attorney HatTon stated that although there was no written report, Mr. Greene had no lawsuit. He stated the City had received a judgemerit against Mr. Greene, which he was currently paying. Councilman Malcolm spoke an behalf of Councilman Moore and the charges levied against him by Mr. Greene, stating he had not done nothing differen~y from any other Councilmember regarding this case. Councilman Moore stated he has never gone to the City Attorney regarding this issue and has not received anything from Mr. Greene. He further stated that he knows nothing about a transfer from one court to another or what Mr. Greene is talking about. 26g, Victor A. Nolan spoke on behalf of James Lovett for Bayscane Mobile Home Park. He has received notice that the arbitrator is going to finally rule on all five issues in thirty days from yesterday. 27. ITEMS pLff./.Rr~ FROM THE CONSF2~ CATJ~NDAK Item 7. ORDINANCE 2364 ~ING SECTION S~9.0.035 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE I~RrATING TO THE CONSOLIDATION OF CARDROOM LICENSES. ' Harvey Sousa registered his support of the ordinance. Dee Donahue, 310 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA, stated she worked at the Vegas Club and understood that at the first reading of the ordinance, the cardrooms were given hours, Drop, maybe Hold'Era and revised consolidation, which they had not asked for. She stated that no one knew about the second hearing. Since that time, another cardroom has opened on the Viejas Indian Reservation and the Vegas Club business has taken another big drop. She felt the cardrooms should be treated like any other business and should have ~he same rights. Lee Varon, 706 "F" Street, Chula Vista, CA 92010, stated he was also unhappy with the cardroom issue. He has been in the cardroom business for 10 years and is concerned because now there are only two cardrooms left in Chula Vista. He asked for help from the Council with the cardroom issue. Mayor Cox stated Council had taken action to table this item until there is a decision by the State regarding the legality of Hold'Era poker. Victor A. Nolan, 12 Via Barberin/, Chula Vista Mobilehome Park, Chula Vista, CA 92010, expressed his opposition to the cardrooms and stated he did not approve of the consolidation. Mayor Cox questioned whether Mr. Nolan suppoKed the ordinance as presented but opposed consolidation. Mr. Nolan stated the Mayor was correct. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 9 Mayor Cox read the following names of those wanting to register their opposition to consolidation of cardrooms but were in support of the ordinance: Chrys Burkholder 145 Guava Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Elenor Ely 32:3 Via Salaria, Chula Vista, CA Pauline M. Lavigne 59 Corso di Italia, Chula Vista, CA Bettie Pitcher 202 Nixon Place, Chula Vista, CA Merlin Ely 323 Via Salaria, Chula Vista, CA Frances Mearns 1 Corso di Italia, Chula Vista, CA Marilyn White 3 Corso di Italia, Chula Vista, CA Maria Scrivener 26 Corso di Italia, Chula Vista, CA James Good 376 Center Street, #143, Chula Vista, CA John Cekalski, 231 E. Olympia Street, Chula Vista, CA, stated that the cardrooms needed people to support them. Councilwoman McCandliss stated she shared the same concerns regarding consolidation but considered this ordinance an improvement over what had previously been approved by the Council. ORDINANCE 2364 OFFERED BY MAYOR COX FOR FIRST READING, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved 4-0-1 with Councilman Nader absent. Item 22. REPORT ON TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY FOR HILLTOP DRIVE IN THE VICINITY OF K/NGSWOOD DRIVE AND EAST RIENSTRA ~-tF, EET. John Lippitt, Director of Public Works, stated this was referred to staff at the time Council had agreed to put in a pedestrian crosswalk. Staff has looked at the three alternatives and have given several recommendations and alternatives. Hal Rosenberg, Traffic Engineer, stated that staff had performed a traffic analysis that evaluated the thre~ alternative plans for signals on Hilltop. They have applied the State of California Traffic Signal Evaluation to these three areas and none of the intersections met the State of California criteria. The Council has adopted a point system which was also applied to the intersections. The mount of points assigned to these intersections were very low compared to other areas within the City. Therefore, based on staff evaluation the recommendation is not to signalize these intersections at this time. They will be evaluated and kept on the priority list through the next budget year. The pedestrian signal is well under construction with the completion date expected in mid April. The change in signalization has been completed on Orange Avenue and Hilltop. Councilwoman McCandliss stated she had requested the detailed analysis of traffic warrants which she has not received. She noted what she felt were several inconsistencies regarding the points given. Mr. Rosenberg gave a brief description of the ranking and point system. Councilman Malcolm stated he hoped he would never have to vote on a traffic signal. He felt there were probably 30-40 intersections throughout the City that needed signals but the City did not have the revenues ti fund all of them. Therefore, there had to be a priority system. It appeared to him that the criteria utilized was primarily for cars and not for pedestrians. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 10 Mr. Rosenberg stated pedestrians play a small part in the equation except in locations where they are so concentrated they represent a high number. He added that unwarranted traffic signals can cause traffic problems and that there are currently a high number of accidents occun-ing at signalized intersections. Mary Haymes, 1423 Eckman Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, gave full support to the staff recommendation. She noted these figures were taken before the signalized crosswalk was operational. She also spoke in opposition of the fence which would block left turns and she also requested better signage for the area. She stated that everyone seemed pleased with the situation and felt it was adequate. V.L. Pendergraft, One Kingswood Drive, Chula Vista, CA, stated nothing was said on the point system about how many points were given for a death. He stated that the issue of a four-way stop should be evaluated at either Kingswood or Rienstra. Mr. Rosenberg stated that ffan accident that occurred could have been prevented by a traffic signal, it was then counted only as an accident. Jean Pendergraft, One Kingswood Drive, stated it was the speed of the vehicles coming down Hilltop that was the problem and that a stop light was needed to slow the traffic. She did not care where the light was installed, just that it was needed. She noted that the crosswalk was only good when activated by someone and otherwise did not slow the traffic. She requested that the Council adopt the recommendation of the Safety Commission. Ernest S. Arnold, 897 Beech Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation. He felt there was to much emphasis on the points and not the wishes of the citizens of Chula Vista. He stated the Safety Commission had recommended a pedestrian signal only at Kingswood. The recommendation was not to control traffic but only to assist pedestrians in crossing heavy traffic. John Cekalski, 231 E. Olympia Street, Chnla Vista, CA, supported a light at Kingswood Drive and the installation of a chain link fence in the median. Diana Mires, 74 Kingswood Drive, Apt. 1, Chula Vista, CA, supported Mr. Cekalski's recommendations. She stated there was no control of traffic speeds when school was not in session. James Good, 376 Center Street, #143, Chula, Vista, CA, stated there were other possibilities that should be considered. He recommended a painted crosswalk (solid yellowl. Councilman Moore stated he had voted for the pedestrian crosswalk mid-block because he felt it was something the City could do immediately to relieve the situation. He stated that the shopping center was certainly a draw for pedestrian to cross at Kingswood. He would be willing to consider a light at Kingswood and leave the pedestrian crosswalk. The light at Kingswood would have to go through the budget process and then be prioritized with all other lights throughout the City. Councilwoman McCandliss stated there were conditions that made the decision very difficult. She concurred with the Council decision to put the pedestrian crosswalk at the easement. She also felt the shopping center was a natural draw for pedestrians and that East Rienstra was the location for a signal. Councilman Malcolm stated he did not think Kingswood was the best place for a signal and felt East Rienstra was the better location. He stated that the budget process would begin in thirty days and he was uncertain as to what the City budgetary probl eros were. If there is sufficient revenue, he felt a light should be installed on East Rienstra. He had a problem in deciding tonight versus waiting thirty days to find out the budgetary constraints. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 11 Mayor Cox stated he did not feel Kingswood was an appropriate location and if installed, the Council was abdicating to the needs of the converdence store. He stated the Counc~ needed to evaluate what the problem was they were addressing. If it is speed, he felt a stop sign would alleviate this problem. He also felt Councilman Malcolm's suggestion to wait for the budgetary process was valid. If a light is installed, he felt it should probably be installed at East Rienstra. He stated that perhaps there were other things, such as a fence, in order to assure that pedestrians cross at a signal shoud be considered. He felt a light should be brought up during the budgetary process at Rienswa and in the mean time, have staff evaluate and come back with recommendations on whether there should be a traffic signal or a two or three way stop at that intersection. Councilman Moore stated he had a severe problem with a fence down the middle of the street. Mr. Lippitt felt a stop sign at East Rienstra should be studied for possible ramifications. MSC (Malcolm/McCandliss) to have ~taff report back regarding a three-way stop and include East Rjenswa in the Tralfic lnstallation Budget for review in 45 day~. Motion carrled 4.-0-1with Couneilman Nader absent. City Manager Goss stated staff would submit alternatives which would include listings and funding sources. Item 20. RESOLUTION 15570 ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF ROAD SURVEY NO. 127 THROUGH PROPERTY AT 688 TFJ~GRAPH CANYON ROAD. Councilman Malcolm stated a partner of Canyon Medical is Great American, He has stock with this company, therefore, he would abstain from voting on this item. Cliff Swanson, City Engineer, stated this vacation was lef~ over from one of the old original surveys and this was a technical correction. RESOLUTION 15570 OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN MCCANDLISS, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved 3-0-1-1 with Councilman Nader absent and Councilman Malcolm abstaining. Item 21k RESOLUTION 15571 APPROVING AGFI RRMEINTT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THOMAS k MEADE FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO LIPDATE THE EASTERN TERRITORIES TRANSPORTATION PHASING PLAN. Item 21B. RESOLUTION 15572 APPROVING AGI~I~I~MENT BETWEF24 THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND WILLDAN ASSOCIATES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES TO UPDATE THE EASTERN TERRITORIES TRANSPORTATION PHASING PLAN. Mr. Swanson stated the original project manager had passed away and all his data had been given to Mr. Meade. This is an update of the current Transportation Phasing Plan. City Manager Goss stated this item would require a 4/S's vote and with Councilman Malcolm not in Chambers that would not be possible. MSC (Cox/Moore) to continue Item 21A and 21B to the week of April 3, 1990, Motion carried 3-0-1-1 with Councilmember Nader absent and Councilman Malcolm abstaining. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 22 28. CITY MANAGF_~RS REPORT(S} - No report given. 29. MAYORS REPORT(S) Request by Sealer Cruise Lines, Inc. to support the/r application to the Public Utilities Commission for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to operate a conon carrier service. RESOLUTION 15574 APPROVAL OF THE SEA jET CRHISE hINES, INC. APPLICATION BEFORE THE PUBLIC LrrlLITIBS COMM/SSION I~o[~f RBSOLUTION 1S574 OFFERED BY MAYOR COX, readh~g of the text ~ waived, pa~sed and approved 3-0-2 with Councilmembem Malcolm and Nader absant~ Stated that when the issue of parking meter fees come back to Councfi, he would like to see staff bring back a report to see ff parking meter revenues can be utilized for cards or brochures to be used as an informational item to the public. These could include: where the parking lots are, fees, and what the time duration is for the meters. 30. COUNC/L COMMENTS 30a. Councilman Malcolm: MSC {Malcolm/Moore) to approve legislative recommendations with the deletion of SB 1853 for further Legislative Committee recommendations. Motion carried 4~)-1 with Coanc~man Nader absent Stated he was not sure as yet about opening subcommittee meetings to the public. He felt the Legislative Committee needed more time to discuss this item before bringing forth a recommendation to the Council. Requested that a letter be sent from the City Manager's Office to Mr. Good regarding the disruption of the Council Meetings. Counc~man Moore agreed that the interruptions had to cease. 30b. Councilman Moore: Will not be at the Assessment Center scheduled for the City Attorney due to a conflict with a Clean Water Program Governance Advisory Group meeting in the afternoon. He will be there for the morning and evening sessions. Councilman Malcolm stated he would also be gone the afternoon of the Assessment Center and questioned whether the interviews could be held in the morning. 30c. Councilwoman McCandliss: Referred to the report given to Council on security enhancement at the South Bay Detention Center and questioned whether Chief Winters had any comments or if further comments would be coming to the Council. MINUTES March 27, 1990 Page 13 City Manager Goss stated he was not sure but that he would refer this to Chief Winters. Stated that the Council had been told in the past that their noise ordinance was as strict as National Citys. She had since learned that other cities have a 'boom boxN ordinance. She would like this referred to staff for a reporc back to the Council. City Attorney Harron stated that noise was noise and when a certain decibel was violated, they were in violation of the ordinance. Staff did not feel this ordinance was necessary. Councilwoman McCandliss stated that ff this was the case, there should be an inservice for staff so they would be aware of this. ADJOURNMENT The City Council/Redevelopment Agency adjourned to a closed session at 8:55 p.m. to discuss: a. Potential litigation pursuant to Govemment Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) - Panado Macias vs. Wales et. al. b. Potential acquisition of properties pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 - 760 Broadway (Glen E. Fuller, Trust, owner); 801 E. Broadway (Trayis A. & Margaret L. Keneau, David D. & Christina L. Ordway, owners) c. Instructions to negotiators regarding potential sale of property pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 - southeast comer of Fifth Avenue and 'Cn Stteet d. Personnel matter - pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 ADJOURNMENT AT 9:45 P.M. to the Regular City Council Meeting on April 3, 1990 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Respectfully submitted, BEVERLY A. AUTHELET, CMC, City Clerk Vicki Soderquist, Deputy .Clerk