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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 1992/02/04 (2) MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Tuesday, February 4, 1992 Council Chambers 4:06 p.m. Public Services Building CALL TO ORDER 1. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers Grasser Horton, Malcolm, Moore, Rindone, and Mayor Nader ALSO PRESENT: John D. Goss, City Manager; Bruce M. Boogaard, City Attorney; and Beverly A. Authelet, City Clerk 2. PLEDGE OF AI J .F. GIANCE TO THE FLAG, SILENT PRAYER 3. APPROVAL OF MINLllT~q: October 23, 1991 Mayor Nader stated the minutes should be amended to reflect that he had voted for Phillip Scheuer for the Montgomery Planning Commission. MSUC (Moorezqqader) to approve the minutes of October 23, 1991 as amended. 4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY: a. Presentation by State S4mator Wadie P. Deddeh regarding the placement of a measure on the ballot regarding Twin Ports. State Senator Wadie P. Deddeh requested that Council place an advisory issue on the ballot regarding Twin Ports. The issue is not new as he appeared before Council 19-20 years ago in opposition to the consm~ction of Brown Field. This was done due to safety, transportation, and a host of other concerns. He felt the advisory vote would show that there was opposition to the proposal and that the Southbay would not take the issue "lying down". He and State Assemblyman Steve Peace had released a press release requesting that Chula Vista take the lead and place the issue on the June or November ballot and request that the cities of National City and Imperial Beach along with the County of San Diego also place the issue on the June or November ballot. Councilman Malcolm felt the issue should be placed on a June ballot. The study had been biased from the beginning and the Southbay should not be the "dumping grounds" for the City of San Diego. MS (Malcolm/Rindone) to direct the City Clerk to place the Twin Ports issue on the June ballot. Mayor Nader agreed that Twin Ports should be stopped as soon as possible as it was a waste of taxpayers funds. He noted that all the representatives from this district were in opposition to the proposed airport. By putting the issue on the November ballot there would be no additional costs to the City and there would be time to contact other cities and the County regarding a ballot issue in November. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 2 AMENDlVlDIT TO MOTION: (Nader/arasser Horton) to direct the City Clerk to place the Twin Pores issue on the November ballot The Mayor is to send letters to other jurisdictions in the region, indudlng the County of San Diego, requesting a referendum on their ballots. Councilman Moore agreed with the placement on the November ballot because the issue could then be addressed on a regional basis. Councfiman Rindone felt this was a critical issue and that a lot of statements regarding the lack of opposition to the proposal had been circulated and he felt an advisory vote would show major opposition to Twin Ports. He would support the June ballot as he saw no reason to delay this to November. Mayor Nader stated this was a non-binding referendum and there had been discussion by the public regarding the costs involved in placing it on the June ballot. By scheduling in November it allowed other jurisdictions to do the same at no additional costs. It would also allow the City time to work with the County regarding their ballot. Councilman Malcolm stated that the actual cost difference bet~veen the June ballot and the November ballot would be approximately $15,000. He could not name one other project in the City that would affect the children and the community as much as the proposed airport would. He requested that the City Clerk obtain the costs per extra pages. Senator Deddah stated the impact of resolutions received from the three Southbay cities would have a tremendous impact. It would be a non-binding referendum but would give a strong moral message that what they were trying to do was wrong. Councilman Rindone stated he would support the June ballot and noted there would not be any state-wide propositions in June. David Gomez, representing C.R.A.P., expressed concern over the actions taken by Senator Deddeh. C.R.A.P., C.R.A.S.H., and the Chula Vista Chamber had scheduled a press conference to announce their campaign against Twin Ports. They were going to ask the Counc~ at that time to place the issue on the ballot. He felt the Senator's request was inappropriate at this time. Mayor Nader responded that he had been working against the Twin Ports issue since becoming Mayor. During that time he had also worked with Senator Deddeh end they were unaware of the upcoming press conference and request. He felt that everyone should work together and support each other in their efforts to stop Twin Ports. Councilman Rindone felt it was important that Senator Deddeh had taken the initiative and appreciated this being brought forward for their consideration. Senator Deddeh stated he was not doing this for his own glory and that the credit should go to other organizations. He felt everyone should join hands in order to beat this. Mayor Nader commended Senator Deddeh and the other organizations and felt the community was united against Twin Ports. VOTI~ ON MOTION AS AMENDED: failed 2-3 with Councilmembers Rindone, MalcoLm, and Moore voting Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 3 AIVlFJqDlVlFIqT TO MOTION: (Nader/Grasser Horton) to have the Mayor contact other Southbay cities and the County of San Diego regarding the placement of a referendum on their June/November ballots. Approved unanimously. VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED: approved unanimously. b. Proc]a/natioDs Commending MatThersv JariLls Of Mar VISta [-tigh School ai/d Go:~nna Sute~ Of Bonita Vista High School for achieving the 'Voice of Democracy' first place awards. Councilman Rindone requested that Mr. Metcarlo, Principal of Mar Vista High School, Dr. Schaffer, Principal of Bonita Vista High School, and the parents come forward for recognition. Miss Selinger, sponsoring Teacher, thanked the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the respective principals for their support. One hundred-fifteen sEudents participated with 72 taping their presentations and 6 students placing in the competition. Matt.hew Janus and Geanna Surer then each gave their three minute presentations. Mayor Nader commended the students and applauded thek true patriotism. He encouraged them to consider careers helping their city and/or country. c. Oath of Office - Growth Management Oversight Commission: Hugh Christensen, Steven Jay Harm, Will T. Hyde, Charles G. Peter, and Frank A. Tarantino. Oath of Office was administered by City Clerk Authelet, Nancy Palmer was not in attendance. Councilman Moore noted that the members of the Commission had previously served on the Growth Management Oversight Committee. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items pulled: 5a, 5b, 6 and 12) BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR OFFERED BY MAYOR NADER, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved unanimously. 5. V~I'FrEN COMMUNICATIONS: a. Letter requesting approval of a Resolution supporting a Committee to Ellact A Patriotic Alter]lai~e to Commercial Takeever of American Airo-dft Production and Maintenance - William Hickey, Sr., San Diego Area Director, P.A.C.T., 4150 Kearny Mesa Road, San Diego, CA 92111. Pulled from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Nader stated he had pulled the item from the Consent Calendar because the staff recommendation had been to take no action. He had been informed that if production by the firms named in the resolution were to be relocated out of state or the country, Rohr Industries could be impacted. MOTION: (Nadex) to adopt the resolution and send a letter to the Machinist officials notifying them of the adoption. Councilman Moore expressed concern over the City being joined with another organization that he did not know anything about. He could support the resolution if amended. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 4 Mayor Nader questioned whether Councilman Moore would feel comfortable if stated 'the efforts the of International Association of Machinists~. Councilman Moore could not agree with the City joining with any organization at this time. Councilman Rindone stated he had staff prepare a resolution that he felt would be acceptable to Council. However, prior to tonights meeting he had been contacted regarding a potential concern that the Long Beach City Council had regarding this resolution and whether it was relevant to the City of Chula Vista. Due to that concern, the revised resolution had been removed from his comments until staff was able to do further research. He recommended a continuance of one week before action was taken by Council. Mayor Nader stated this was the tirst he had heard of the information regarding the concerns of Long Beach. City Manager Goss responded that the Long Beach City Council had not taken action and staff felt more research should be done. AMENDMENT TO MOTION: (Malcolm/RLndone) to continue the request to the meeting of 2/11/92. Approved 4-1 with Mayor Nader voting no. b. Letter of concern regarding Redevelopment Agency owned 14 acre parcel adjacent to KOA and the dosme of Twin Palms Trailer Park - Robert Scott, Post Office Box 847, Bonita, CA 92002. Pulled f~om the Consent Calendar. Robert Scott, P. O. Box 847, Bonita, CA, representing Twin Palms and Income Prop Group, requested that the City take the initiative and develop a plan with adjacent property owners for the City owned fourteen acres. The community needed Council help and leadership. Mayor Nader stated that staff had been directed in the past to search for a new site, it was his expectation that it would have been a successful search, but it had never been completed. Councilman Malcolm felt that staff had completed their task but Council had found the report unacceptable. The City had made a commiUnent ten years ago to buy property for low income housing and staff still had not accomplished that task. He wanted to see Council decide what the best use was for the property and make a commitment. He would like to direct staff to get together with Mr. Bell, Mr. Scott, and Mrs. Morras and plan the entire area with recommendations brought back to Council for review and/or approval. Councilman Moore stated the Council had never decided what was a fair percent of responsibility or developed a plan on how the City would work with the property owners. He also expressed concern over staff time involved and other Council priorities. Councilman Malcolm stated the property was currently zoned agricultural and he felt the properof owners had a right to reasonable use of their property or else the City should purchase the land. MS {Malcolm/Grasser Hotton} to direct staff to coordinate with the property owners and come back with recommendations for recommended land use. City Manager Goss requested clarification as to the extent staff is to work with the people in the area. Mayor Nader replied that staff should comply with the Council policy of notification for affected property ~,) owners and residents. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 5 City Manager Goss questioned whether staff should make an effort to get community input while developing the plan prior to bringing it back to Council for review. Mayor Nader responded that he hoped notice would be provided before all work was completed and it was being brought back to Council. Councilwoman Grasser Hotton felt it would be appropriate to have public participation due to the number of citizens in opposition to mobile home parks and/or low income housing. Councilman Rindone questioned whether it was inappropriate to discuss the merits of the referral at this time. City Attorney Boogaard responded that the written communication suggested potential development of the property and he felt Council's action to direct staff was appropriate. Mayor Nader stated he would support the motion to send this to the Planning Commission and then to Council but it did not nullify the prior action by Council to direct staff to locate a site for a mobile home park. He hoped staff was cognizant of legal requirements imposed on the City because the property had been purchased with low/moderate income funds. Councilman Moore stated the motion only addressed land use and if Council wanted a plan it should be a formal motion. Councilman Rindone also wanted it understood that staff should ensure major involvement with the community prior to any recommendations coming forward to Council. VOTE ON MOTION: approved unanimously. Mayor Nader questioned whether staff was actively pursuing a plan for a relocation facility. Chris Salomone, Director of Community Development, informed Council that staff had not identified an alternate site. The Department would come back to Council within thirty days with an updated report. Mr. Scott then gave Council an update on the Twin Palms closure. He had requested a clarification from staff in the past as to what could be built on the property and requested that a letter be issued addressing that issue. Mr. Salomone responded that the Planning staff had met regarding this request and that a letter would be issued to Mr. Scott by next week. He further stated there were a number of issues that had to be addressed. 6. ORDINANCE 2491 AMF2qDING SECTIONS 19.34.030 AND 19.58.060 OF THE CI-PJLA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW AUTOMATED DRIVE-THROUGH CAR WASHES IN C-N NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONES SIJBJECT TO APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (second readin~ and adoprion) (Director of Planning) Pulled from the Consant CAlendar. Veronica Eberle, 1505 Marble Way, Chula Vista, CA, spoke in opposition to the proposed sale of alcohol at the Texaco carwash. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 6 Councilman Malcolm informed Mrs. Eberle that the ordinance did not pertain to a specific proposal, but allowed automated car washes in the C-N zone upon approval of a conditional use permit on a case by case basis. Robert heiter, Director of Planning, informed Council that the Texaco proposal had been to the Planning Commission in January and unless appealed, their decision would be final. Councilman Malcolm stated he would appeal the decision of the Planning Commission and requested that Mrs. Eberle be notified when the hearing date was set. Mayor Nader stated there had been a considerable number of letters received by Council expressing their concern about the Texaco proposal. Council had enacted a policy in the past requiring that everyone impacted in a neighborhood be notified, even if outside the 300 foot radius, and he hoped that the lack of notification outside of the area was a 'minor slip" in this case. Mr. heiter responded that the radius map and labels had been prepared prior to the enactment of the Council policy. This was a unique situation and staff had now been notified of the Council policy and would meet that requirement in the future. Councilman Moore questioned what triggered a conditional use permit and whether the sale of beer and/or wine would require a conditional use permit. Mr. Leiter responded that a service station would require a conditional use permit but he would have to check the Municipal Code to see if beer and wine would take separate conditional use permit action. He did not believe it would if the alcohol sales were being added to an existing service station. Mayor Nader stated the sale of alcohol could be addressed at the permit stage. The sale of alcohol might be appropriate in the C-N zone but he did not feel it was appropriate in conjunction with a carwash. Appropriate action would be to direct staff to come back with a condition which would prohibit alcohol at carwashes in the C-N zone. Councilman Moore felt the Council should have a policy dealing with the number of facilities selling beer and/or wine within a certain area and the impact upon the community. City Attorney Boogaard stated that to add language to the ordinance tonight would require another reading. He recommended that the present ordinance be approved tonight with staff bringing forth another ordinance through the Planning Commission and then to Council. A carwash was independent from use involving the sale of alcohol and should be regulated through a separate conditional use permit unrelated to carwash conditional use permits. MS {Nader/Grasser Horton) to dday the second reading and adoption of the ordinance and direct staff to come back with a condition regarding prohibition of alcohol sales at a carwash in a C-N zone. Staff is to recommend number of outlets and radius. City Attorney Boogaard stated that staff would like to do a more comprehensive zoning treatment regarding alcohol sales through a conditional use permit process. Mayor Nader felt it would be wiser to incorporate the policy into the ordinance at this time. Councilman Moore expressed concern over making eleventh hour changes to the laws. He felt this was a good and logical area to pursue in the future. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 7 Councilman Rindone felt this brought up a bigger issue, i.e. alcohol sales at mini-markets which sell gasoline. This was an issue that Council should take a thorough look at. VOTE ON MOTION: failed 4-1 with Councilmembers Grasser Horton, Malcolm, Moore, and Rjndone voting rio. Councilman Malcolm stated he was not opposed to limiting alcohol but the question was what a carwash had to do with alcohol. If a requirement was placed, they should do it the proper way rather than putting it on the conditional use permit for a carwash. Mayor Nader requested that staff bring back an appropriate recommendation of the number of outlets selling alcohol allowed within a certain radius in a C-N zone. Item to be agendized under Mayor's Comments. ORDINANCE 2491 PLACED ON SECOND READ1NG AND ADOPTION BY COUNCILMAN MOORE, reading of the text was waived, passed and approved 4-1 with Mayor Nader voting no. Mayor Nader requested that staff include all relevant Commission minutes on a second reading ordinance in their agenda packets. 7. ORDINANCE 24~2 ADDING CHAPTER 8.25 TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND RENUMBERING SECTION 8.24.195 BI~IATING TO MANDATORY RECYCLING (second reading and adoption) (Adminis~ation) 8. RESOLUTION 16487 APPROVING SECOND AMENDMENT AND NOVATION TO CONTRACT TO PROlaDE VISITOR AND TRANSIT INFORMATION SERVICES AT THE CHULA VISTA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER - Urban Convenience Corporation (DCC) has been operating the Chula Vista Visitor Information Center at the Bayfront/"E' Street Trolley Station since 10/1/90, UCC indicated to the city the eompany's desire to assign or terminate the current contract and has facilitated discussions between city staff and the Kobey Corporation. Kobey has a contract to develop concessions and transit information at the stations in the San Diego Trolley System and has agreed to assume the current Visitor Center agreement, Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Deputy City Manager Thomson) 9. RESOLUTION 16467 TO APPROVE THE M1DBAYFRONT CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CHULA VISTA PLAN) WITH MODIFICATIONS, MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT IIF. IATING TO THE FEASIBILITY OF MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM, AND A STAIEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS - Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Community Development) Mayor Nader noted that spedfie modifications to the resolution were prevlously made by Cooneil and requested staffs assurance that the Council and Sub-Committee recommendations were included in the resolution. City Attorney Boogaard responded that the resolution followed Councfl's direction except for Footnote #2 regarding the changing of the content of the Phasing Plan to the Development Agreement, Staff had reviewed the actions of the previous meeting and it was their opinion that there was a consensus among Council regarding the Phasing Plan and therefore it had been incorporated into the amended resolution. Councilman Malcolm hoped a new schedule would be created indicating how fast this could be processed and brought before the Coastal Commission. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 8 ) 10. RESOLUTION 16488 AMENDING FISCAL YEAR 1991-92 BUDGET PROVIDING FOR A LIABILITY TRUST FUND APPROPRIATION TO THE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE ACCOUNT - Due to the settlement, through mediation, of the Annette White vs. City of Chula Vista lawsuit, an appropriation of $150,000 is needed. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Personnel) 4/Sth's vote require& 11. RESOLUTION lf~89 APPROVING THE CLOSURE OF LAGOON DRIVE FOR A FOUR MONTH PERIOD - Rohr Industries is requesting the street closure to allow equipment and excavation operations for the construction of a full width street and public improvements within Lagoon Drive right-of-way between the SDGaE fight-of-way and "F" to "G" Street marshlands. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) Councilman Malcolm informed Council and staff that in order for the City to legally close Lagoon Drive for a four month period a Coastal Development permit would be required. 12. RESOLUTION 15975 AMENDINGTHEAMENDEDACQUISITION/FINANC1NGAGI~RRMENTAND APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO CONSULTANT AGI~ P~MENTS WITH WIT J J~AN ASSOCIATES AND THOMAS O. MEADE FOR TIlE EASTLAKE GII F, F, NS ASSESSMENT DiSL'RICT NUMBER 90-3 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AMENDMEIqTS - On 1/22/91, Council established the EastLake Greens Assessment District No. 90-3 and levied assessments in the amount of $24,185,852. In July, 1991, the assessed amount was reduced to $22,352,427 as a result of reduced construction costs, and assessment district bonds were issued in that amount. Construction of the improvements which are the subject of the assessment district are nearing completion, and it is projected that the major street component of the district will be significantly below original estimates. It is proposed, therefore, that additional major street improvements be added to the acquisition/financing agreement and the assessment district to make up the cost shortfall. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) Pulled from the Consent Calendar. RESOLUTION 15975 OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MALCOLM, reading of the text was waived, pas~ed and approved unnnlmously. 13. RESOLUTION 16490 AMENDING CONTRACT WITH ROBERT BEIN, WII~LIAM FROST AND ASSOCIATES, INCORPORATED IN CONNECTION WITH THE IMPROVEMENT OF BROADWAY BETWEEN *L" STREET AND NAPLES b~iREET IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA - On 12/20/90, Council approved an agreement with Robert Bein, William Frost and Associates for design engineering services for Broadway improvements between "L" Street and Naples Street. During project review, both staff and consultants discovered that the existing drainage system between "L" Street and Naples Street is severely undersized. Resolving this deficiency will require an additional 1,200 linear feet of underground storm drain. The location of this system necessitates that it should be designed and constructed in conjunction with the reconstruction of Broadway from "L" Street to Naples Street. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) 14. RESOLUTION 16491 AMENDING 1991-92 BUDGET TO UPGRADE ONE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT H POSITION TO ADMINIb-i KATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT III IN PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMF_.IqT - ENGINEERING - The duties and responsibilities of the Administrative Office Assistant II position in the Public Works Department - Engineering office have changed to require the skill level of an Administrative Office Assistant III to adequately meet the needs of the job. Personnel has reviewed the position and concurs with Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 9 the recommendation for reclassification. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. (Director of Public Works) 4/5th's vote required. Councilman Rindone stated this was a vacant position being upgraded and therefore he could support the recommendation. * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ]~RIATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINAN(~,~S 15. PUBLIC HEARING GPA-91-5/PCZ-O1 -G (2TY INITIATED PROPOSAL TO kl~END/HE GBI~RAL PLAN AND REZONE CERTAIN TERRITORY, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY 'E' STREET. 'D" srRF_.Kf, THIRD AVENUE, AND LANDIS AVENUE, TO RESOLVE GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING INCONSISTF./qCIES WI/HIN TIIE CENTRAL CHULA VISTA COMMUNITY - City initiated proposal to amend the General Plan and rezone certain territory, generally bounded by "E' Street, "D' Street, Third Avenue and Landis Avenue, to resolve general plan and zoning inconsistencies within the central Chula Vista community. Staff recommends Council 1) take tentative action to approve staff recommendations and 2) direct staff to prepare a joint resolution and ordinance with the Palomar Trolley Center Project to be heard by Council on 2/18/92. (Director of Planning) Gordon Howard, Principal Planner, gave a brief overview of the project history. Staff recommended a re- designation of Subarea B-3-A from Low Medium Residential to Medium High Residential on the Chula Vista General Plan Map, and rezoning of the subarea from R-3 (Apartment Residential) to R-3-P-22 (Apartment Residential, 22 du/ac). Councilman Moore requested clarification as to whether the present zoning was placed in 1989 with the General Plan update. Mr. Howard responded that the R-3 zoning was approved in 1949 but was designated Residential Low Medium on the General Plan Map in 1989 which caused the inconsistencies. This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was declared open. Allen Shaw, 142 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, informed Council he was a properly owner in the special study area and requested that the zoning remain R-3 as originally zoned in 1949. He did not see a need to change the zoning and felt if the zoning were changed it would substantially decrease the value of his property. He viewed the proposed change as unwarranted and unfair. Cynthia Williams, 114 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, informed Council she was a property owner in the special study area. She requested that the information obtained from the Planning Department notify potential buyers of her property that it was located in the special study area and was under review. She also requested a letter containing language regarding legal non-conformance. Robert Leiter, Director of Planning, responded that the computer in the Department would be updated with the permanent zoning immediately upon action by Council. Staff would also like to meet with Mrs. Williams in order to formulate the letter of non-conformance. There being no further public testimony, the public hearing was declared closed. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 10 Councilman Rindone referred to Recommendation 3B which allowed reconstruction in the event of destruction of greater than 60% of the property's improvements and felt that was one of Mrs. Willjams COnCeITIS. Mr. Leiter responded that it referred to a building already on the ground and only upon review and approval of the Planning Commission. Staff could supply Mrs. Willjams with a letter verifying that condition ff approved. Councilman Moore stated that because a zoned area allowed 19 to 32 dwellings, there was no guarantee that the developer would be allowed to construct the maximum number. The minimum number of dwelling units would be the developers "basic right". Councilman Malcolm questioned what the precise plan modifier would give to the property that it did not include now. Mr. Leiter responded that the precise plan modifier would: 1) enforce and appropriate legal mechanism sponsored by the Chula Vista School District and the Sweetwater Union High School Disu'ict to mitigate impacts on school facilities, and 2) reconstruction of nonconforming uses upon review and approval of the Planning Commission. MOTION: (Moore) to approve the staff recommendation contained in the A-113 (staff report). City Attorney Boogaard informed Council that the recommendation in the Al13 was incomplete and staff was recommending that Council: 1) take tentative action and approve staff recommendations, and 2) direct staff to prepare a joint resolution and ordinance with the Palomar Trolley Center Project to be heard by Council on 2/18/92. MOTION WITHDRAWN: (Moore) MOTION: (Nader) to approve the staff recommendation as presented by the City Attorney. Motion died for lack of second. Councilman Moore expressed his concern over the change of staffrecommendation without prior notification to the Council. MS (Rindone/Nader) to take tentative action to approve staff recommendations and to direct staff to prepare a joint resolution end ordinance with the Palomar Trolley Center Project to be heard by Council on 2/18/92. Mayor Nader felt there had been some confusion regarding action taken and densities allowed and requested that staff make every effort to ensure that all notices were clear as m the action to be taken by Council in the future. VOTE ON MOTION: approved 4-1 with Councilman Malcolm voting no. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Scott D./MEW, 901 Avenida Ysidora, Chula Vista, CA 91910, representing C.R.A.S.H., felt he needed to clarify the comments previously made by David Gomez. C.R.A.S.H., by unanimous vote, decided not to endorse any political candidate or party. Mr. Gomez did not represent C.R.A.S.H. or any of its members and Minutes February4, 1992 Page 11 he felt the comments made were inappropriate. He commended Council on the action taken to place the Twin Ports issue on the ballot in June. Mayor Nader thanked C.R.A.S.H. for their commitment and noted the City had received cooperation from all most all elected officials, state and local. He felt it would be unfortunate if political considerations were allowed to get involved in their efforts to stop Twin Ports. b. Pam Smith, 380 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, representing Chula Vista Human Services Council, gave the Council a review the goals and accomplishments of the Council. They were originally established as a Task Force and were not a formal commission but did receive support from the City, i.e. staffing and budget. She then distributed a current newsletter, reviewed many of their on-going projects, and thanked Council for their support. Councilman Moore stated this was a very strong committee with a strong task and he felt they had been very successful. ACT[ON ITEMS None submitted. BOARD AND COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 16. REPORT IVlEMBERSHIP AND SIZE OF THE CHULA VISTA 21 COMlVlri-r,~E - Several Chula Vista 21 Committee members have been unable to attend recent Committee meetings resulting in the lack of a quorum of all or part of the last three Chula Vista 21 meetings, thereby seriously hindering the progress of the Committee. It is recommended that Council accept the resignations of Ken Harlan and Katy Wright; designate Jose Viesca, Bill Virchis, Carl Harry, and Tim Jones as Ex-Officio members; and reduce the official size of the Chula Vista 21 Committee from 21 to 15 members. (Frank Tarantino, Chair) MSUC (Nader/Moore) to accept the resignations of Ken Hadan and Katy Wright; designate Jose Viesca, Bill XrLrchiS, Cad Hany, and Tim Jones as Ex-Officio members; and reduce the official size of the Chula Vista 21 Committee from 21 to 15 members. Mayor Nader requested that Mayor/Counc~ staff or City Manager's Office notify the committee members regarding Council's actions. Council recessed at 6:35 p.m. to the RDA meeting, recessed RDA meeting at 6:55 p.m., reconvened Council meeting at 6:55 to Closed Session, reconvened Council meeting at 7:35 p~n~ ITEMS pUI.I.RI~ FROM THE CONSENT CAI.RNDAR Items pulled: Sa, Sb, 6, and 12. The minutes will reflect the published agenda order. Minutes February 4, 1992 Page 12 OTHER BUSINESS 17. CI'iY MANAGER'S REPORT(S) - None 18, MAYORS REPORT(S) - None 19. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Rindone: Informed the public that the Council staff aide position was posted. The position will be part time, i.e. ten hours per week. Councilman Moore: Referred to the information received from Los Angeles regarding the Mayor's Committee for Graffiti Removal and Prevention and requested that the Manager's Office forward the information to Dave Byers, Assistant Director of Public Works Operations. ADJOURNMENT The City Council meet in a closed session at 6:55 p.m. to discuss and reconvened at 7:35 p.m: Instruction to negotiators regarding potential acquisition of property located on the west side of Otay Valley Road between Otay Rio Road and Spy Glass Hill Road (Chillingsworth Corporation) pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54856.9 - SR125 ADJOURNMENT AT 7:45 P.M. to the Regular City Council Meeting on February 11, 1992 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. A Special Joint Meeting of the City Councfl/Redevelopment Agency was held immediately following the City Council Meeting. Respectfully submitted, BEVERLY A. AUTHELET, CMC, City Clerk Vicki C. Soderquist, Depurg~CA,ty Clerk