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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985 11-26 CC MINBook 65/Page 133 11/26/85 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA November 26, 1985 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Morgan. ROLL CALL Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, VanDeventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. Administrative officials present: Campbell, Eiser, McCabe, Post, Stafford. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager Mc Cabe, followed with invocation by Father Ortman, St. Mary's Catholic Church. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The City Clerk reported the minutes of the regular meeting of November 19, 1985 have not been completed. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Morgan welcomed Chula Vista Mayor Cox to National City. Mayor Cox said during budget deliberations the cities of Chula Vista and National City set aside $25,000 to be used to promote the idea of a second harbor entrance to San Diego Bay; two members of each City Council have formed a committee to figure out a way of obtaining that goal; at their last meeting there was consensus to hire someone who could develop a public information program for this purpose; they are suggesting a contract with Mr. Larry Peeples at a maximum amount of $36,000, $14,000 ($2,000/month) for his consulting services, $12,000 to develop a slide show, and $10,000 for brochures and incidentals. Mr. Cox introduced Mr. Peeples who was present. Mr. Peeples said this is a worthwhile project; he has the background and credentials to conduct what is necessary in the way of a public information program and the lobbying effort in Sacramento and Washington. Councilman Dalla inquired, in terms of the selection of the Larry Peeples, Inc., if that was based on any sort of competitive consideration of various firms; how was it arrived at? Mayor Cox replied, it wasn't by any competitive bidding; we are looking for some specialized services in the area of public information; at some point in time, we m ay want to consider hiring a lobbyist. Councilman Dalla inquired if the $2,000/month retainer includes the pamphlet and slide presentation. Mayor Cox replied, that would be strictly his salary. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, the allocation of funds be approved. Councilman Waters said he thinks we'll get our money's worth; he's gonna get everybody involved from San Diego Gas & Electric... Mayor Morgan said we do have a Resolution for adoption. Councilman Dalla inquired if the motion is to approve it and the Resolution is coming later. Councilman Waters said this is to approve the concept of Mr. Peeples. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Waters, the Resolution be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,803, "RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF LARRY I. PEEPLES, INC. FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE SECOND HARBOR ENTRANCE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT SAID. PROPOSAL." Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,803 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ELIAS RODRIG UEZ (Citizens Action League), 1440 I Ave., was present to protest "the insane proposals to expand the Mile of Cars" made by Mayor Morgan; they want everyone to know that if this proposal goes anywhere, they will oppose it all the way; this type of proposal is what justifies their new "No more business as usual campaign"; this campaign is to direct and solve problems (present problems) in our community and we have a lot of problems; to build a strong organization proud of their community and City and to accomplish long—term changes in policy towards their neighborhoods; this campaign has been endorsed by Mr. Dalla, and they hope the rest of the Council will follow his lead and endorse it as well; this campaign was undertaken by great effort from a lot of people from the community, in particular the west side, and tonight that is their basic statement that they came here to make; they don't want to see an item on the agenda where they will have to fight a proposal to expand the Mile of Cars. Book 65/Page 134 11 /26/85 PUBLIC HEARINGS Vice Mayor Van Deventer asked the Mayor to announce Item 3 has been... Mayor Morgan said Item 3 (Public Hearing on Zone Change request to add PUD Combining Zone to a vacant, 2.02 acre parcel currently zoned RT at the SE corner of 9th St. and Paradise Dr.) has been withdrawn. (See Council action on this item: Par. 5, Page 135.) (Item 2) The PUBLIC HEARING on ADOPTION of the DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT of the City's General Plan dated January, 1985, along with RESPONSES to COMMENTS from the STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT prepared for the City by Castaneda and Associates (The City's current Housing Element was adopted in 1980, pursuant to 1977 State Housing Element Guidelines; these Guidelines were amended in 1980, but recognized Housing Elements prepared pursuant to 1977 Guidelines as consistent with State requirements; the 1980 Guidelines require periodic updating of local Housing Elements pursuant to the new Guidelines, not less than every five years; see Document No. 73065; the Planning Commission recommends that Council approve and adopt the proposed Housing Element which incorporates the responses to comments from the State Dept. of Housing and Community Development; staff concurs with the Planning Co m mission's recommendation) was held at this tim e. RALPH CASTANEDA, JR. (Castaneda & Assoc.), Brea, was present and said they worked on the original version of our Housing Element and this document is basically an update and continuation; they have been working with City staff to prepare a document that could undergo public review; it has been reviewed by the Housing Committee and the State Dept. of Housing & Community Development; it has also been reviewed by the Planning Commission; it is now up for consideration as the revised Housing Element. No one else was present to speak in this regard. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, the Public Hearing be closed and and the Draft Housing Element dated January 1, 1985 be adopted. Councilman Dal la said after we vote on this, he would like to offer one additional m otion that's related, but doesn't want to --he doesn't want to hold this particular item up. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Councilman Dalla said he would like to make a motion that we refer to the Planning Commission, Planning Dept., uh the issue of the zoning of property in National City as it relates to commercial or residential; we have a number of residential areas right now where there are homes that are zoned for commercial use and uh, it might be —we talked about it in the past on a couple of occasions; it —he thinks it's appropriate to look at those com m ercially zoned residential areas and see if that's, in fact, the proper zone before we continue with some of the problems that the areas are having; that's a motion. Vice Mayor VanDeventer said he would second the motion. Councilman Cooper said he didn't understand the motion; in other words, you (Mr. Dalla) want them to look into the parcels that are —that are zoned commercial —that are in the residential areas and come back with a report. Councilman Dalla replied, there are significant areas that are zoned commercial that are presently residential, and as far as he can tell, will always be residential. Mayor Morgan said they will look into it and bring back a recommendation before they get really involved in it. Councilman Dalla said that's fine; anything is better than leaving it the way it is. Councilman Waters said he is sure they will have to follow the guidelines of our, you know, plan. Planning Director Post replied "Certainly." - Councilman Waters said it's kind of duplication, but he will go along with it. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING on PROPOSED AMENDMENT to TITLE 18 (Zoning) of the National City Municipal Code to ESTABLISH REGULATIONS for BED AND BREAKFAST INNS; Proponent: James L. Ladd (On August 27, Council continued this public hearing in order to allow additional advertising; a notice was published in the Star News on November 7 and November 21; a similar notice was posted at various intersections and other locations in the immediate area of all of the historic residences in the City; the Planning Com mission recom mends adoption of the Code Amendment [see Document No. 730621 and staff concurs) was held at this tim e. The City Clerk reported the Certificate of Publication, Affidavit of Mailing and Affidavit of Posting were on file. Planning Director Post said this hearing is not to consider one particular application for a certain property, but to change the City law so that individual applications could be considered at a later time; there are no applications for bed and . breakfast establishm ents currently; staff has developed what they believe are very tough conditions that would be built into the Ordinance; the Planning Commission and staff recommend approval) was held at this time. Jim Ladd, 1433 East 24th St.; Mary Maddox Grandell(?), 2328 N Ave.; Marcy Owen Capner, Chula Vista; Chris Mortenson, Coronado; Bruce Koons, 1515 L Ave.; Barbara Ardilla of San Diego; Janet Roger, 2201 N Ave.; Elizabeth Keith/Koons(?), 1 5 1 5 L Ave.; Tom and Marilyn Carnes, Book 65/Page 135 11/26/85 1175 Hilltop Ave., Bonita; Bob Ault 1434 East 24 St.; Laura Fried, 1430 East 24 St.; Margaret Puhn, 425 Shell; Marilyn Haines/Carnes(?), East 10 St.; George Hood, 1521 East 22 St.; Annetta James, Chula Vista; Maria Wilson, owner of Parker House, and Cheryl Thompson, 3421 Fifth Ave., San Diego; Laura McGee, Friendship Home; Kathleen vanArum, 1825 I Ave.; Bernice Stang, 2626 K Ave.; R. C. , Bonita; Joan Ladd, 1433 East 24 St.; Ron Lichtenmeier (Bailey's Hardware); and Mel Smith, 1515 East 24 Street were present and spoke in favor of the amendment. Present and speaking against the amendment were: Mike and Danny Tegradine, 2215 N Ave.; James Taggerty, 2nd and G; Devine, 1241 East 21 St.; Pablo Prousto, 324 J Ave.; Enriquez Robledo, 2303 N Ave.; Sherman Gregory, 1504 East 22 St.; Ernest Grice, 2205 N Ave.; Sylvia Robledo, 2303 N Ave.; Rose , 1116 East 16 St.; Robert Holmes, 1510 East 24 St.; Bob Cooper, 1110 East 16 St.; Richard Panacea(?), 1205 Roselawn. Most of the people who spoke presented petitions representing their point of view. [Five minute recess was called at 8:46 p.m. (after George Hood and the resident at 1116 East 16 St. spoke) Council reconvened at 8:52 p.m. Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. ] Moved by Dalla, seconded by Van Deventer, the public hearing be closed and the amendment approved subject to the conditions imposed by staff. Carried by unanimous vote. Discussion by City Council. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, the motion be amended and that item 5 (condition) be changed from guests being allowed to stay for a maximum of 14 days to guests being allowed to stay a maximum of 7 days. Further discussion. Amendment carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: Morgan. Motion carried by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dal la, VanDenter, Waters. Nays: Morgan. (Five minute recess called at 9:55 p.m. Council reconvened at 10:02 p.m. Roll Call: Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None.) (Item 3) PUBLIC HEARING on ZONE CHANGE (ZC-6-85) to add PUD (Planned Unit Development) combining zone to a vacant 2.02 acre parcel currently zoned RT (Two—family residential) at the SE corner of 9th Street and Paradise Drive was called at this time. The City Clerk announced the applicant requested he be allowed to withdraw his application for ZC-6-85 without prejudice. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, to allow the withdrawal without prejudice. Carried by unanimous vote. (Item 4) PUBLIC HEARING on COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM 1986-87 (...the Committee for Housing & Community Development met on 11 /1 3/85, considered the City Council's 10/22/85 adopted guidelines and the requests of Paradise Valley Hospital Volunteer Service League for $10,000 and Operation Samahan Health Clinic for $100,000 and recommends to the City Council that it include one—half of the requests of the two organizations in the 1986-87 Program if sufficient funds are received. The Committee will meet again on 12/11/85. The City Council will hold its final public hearing on the Program on 1/28/86. The Executive Director of the Com munity Development Commission recommends approval of the Committee's recommendation.) was held at this time. ARNOLD PETERSON, Executive Director, Community Development Commission, was present and said the Committee is recommending $50,000 for Samahan and $5,000 for P.V. Hospital Volunteer League, for a total of $55,000 if Congress cuts the funds by only 10% but that if additional money is made available, Council fund these requests in full. Council discussion. Moved by Waters, seconded by VanDeventer, the public hearing be continued to J anuary 28, 1985. Carried by unanimous vote. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Cont'd) DONNA HUNT, El Cajon, was present to speak on the matter of "hot" food trucks operating in National City...Ms. Hunt was advised this would be on the Council agenda of December 3, 1985, and she should be present at that time. At the request of Councilman Waters, agenda Item 13 was brought to the floor. (WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS) Request for Donation from Leticia L. Camacho (requesting donation for her daughter and another Sweetwater High School student who have been selected by the International Sports Exchange to be members of an All —Star team from the U.S. to compete with other nations in a special five —mile run in London, England, Dec. 26, 1985 through Jan. 4, 1986...total cost of trip for each is $1795...any assistance you can render will be greatly appreciated) was Book 65/Page 136 11 /26/85 presented. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Waters, In favor of a ;250 donation to be made to the school or the Sports Exchange for these two young ladies. Carried by unanimous vote. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, the resolutions be read by title and the consent resolutions with the exception of No. 14,799 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,799, "RESOLUTION REQUESTING A SPECIAL DRIVEWAY PERMIT, 306-314 HIGHLAND AVENUE (HARVIE)." City Engineer Stafford said the entry would be off of Third St. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,799 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,800, "RESOLUTION REQUIRED TO ESTABLISH SERVICE AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES (S.A.F.E.)." See Consent Resolutions above. Resolution No. 14,801, "RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ONE ON —STREET HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACE AT 2715 'A' AVENUE (Handicapped Placard No. J105131)." See Consent Resolutions above. Resolution No. 14,802, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR MODIFICATIONS TO KIMBALL PARK, INCLUDING ELECTRICAL IMPROVEMENTS AND OTHER MODIFICATIONS." See Consent Resolutions above. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, the Ordinance be read by title. Carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No.1871, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING A PORTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1865 AND AMENDING SECTION 18.16.150 OF TITLE 18 (ZONING) OF THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE." Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, Ordinance No. 1871 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. NEW BUSINESS The Finance Officer's request for RATIFICATION of WARRANT REGISTER No. 21, dated 11/19/85 in the amount of $151,168.66, warrants nos. 90027 through 90111, was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, the bills be paid and warrants drawn. Carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, VanDeventer, Waters. Nays: Morgan. The CLAIM FOR DAMAGES of RODGER, a minor, and LILIA DELACRUZ, arising from an accident on 9/27/85 was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Dalla, the claim be denied and referred to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. APPLICATION for PERSON TRANSFER of Type 21 LICENSE (OFF —SALE GENERAL) of the WRIGLEY SUPERMARKET, 6 North Euclid Ave. (Police, Planning and Building Departments all state no grounds for objection) was presented. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, in favor of the application. Carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, VanDeventer, Waters. Nay: None. Leticia L. Camacho's request for donation (See page 135, paragraph 8.) OTHER BUSINESS Planning Commission Notice of Decision, Resolution No. 54-85, conditionally approving an application for CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP 1985-22) to allow construction of a 29,232 sq. ft. RETAIL SHOPPING CENTER at 520 East Eighth St. in the CG—OS (General Commercial —Open Space Overlay) Zone was presented. Moved by Dalla, seconded by Waters, this be set for public hearing and have the traffic study in the back—up material. Carried by unanimous vote. Planning Com mission NOTIC E OF DECISION, Resolution No. 55-85, approving an application for a CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT to allow the conversion of a vacant MOVIE THEATRE to a CHURCH on property located at 1001 Harbison Ave., Applicant: John Sorrentino (at the time of the Planning Commission public hearing, several people, predominantly church members spoke in favor of the application. By a unanimous vote, the Planning Commission voted to approve the CUP subject Book 65/Page 137 11/26/85 to eleven conditions. Planning staff concurs with this.) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, the CUP be ' approved subject to the conditions. In discussion the following was brought out: attendance at the church would be the same or less than at the theatre; although notices of the hearing were mailed, none were sent to residents of Olive St. as they are not within 300 ft. Carried by unanimous vote. DISCLOSURE OF PROPERTY INTERESTS LOCATED WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA: Councilman Marion F. Cooper. The following letter from the City Attorney was read in full: "November 26, 1985 "To: City Manager "From: City Attorney "Subject: DISCLOSURE OF PROPERTY INTERESTS LOCATED WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA; COUNCILMAN MARION F. COOPER "Attached is a Disclosure of Property Interests Located within Redevelopment Project Area signed by Councilman Marion F. Cooper. Section 33130 of the Health and Safety Code (the Community Redevelopment Law) requires that such a statement be entered on the minutes of the redevelopm ent agency and of the legislative body (the City Council.) "The requirem ents of Section 33130 are in addition to the disclosure requirements of the Political Reform Act. "It is requested that this disclosure be entered on the minutes of the Community Development Commission at their meeting of November 26, 1985. "This itemization includes properties which are held by Mr. Cooper as a trustee, and which were inadvertently omitted from the original disclosure statement dated November 15, 1985. "s/GEORGE H. EISER, III CITY ATTORNEY" "November 26, 1985 "To: CITY MANAGER "From: COUNCILMAN COOPER "Subject: DISCLOSURE OF PROPERTY INTERESTS LOCATED WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA "Pursuant to Section 33130 of. the Health and Safety Code, please enter into the minutes of the November 26, 1985 City Council meeting the fact that I own or have direct or indirect financial Interests in the following properties, located within the National City redevelopment project area: 126 E Ninth St. 1725 L Ave. 132 E Ninth St. 1735 L Ave. 140 E Ninth St. 1201 E Eighteenth St. 1238 Roosevelt Ave. 1203 E Eighteenth St. 101 W Civic Center Dr. 1205 E Eighteenth St. 121 W Civic Center Dr. 1207 E Eighteenth St. 1313 N Ave. 1205-1/2 E Eighteenth St. 1207-1/2 E Eighteenth St. "s/MARION F. COOPER COUNCILMAN" Ordered filed by unanimous vote. Book 65/Page 138 11 /26/85 Memo from Roger Post regarding BAYFRONT CONSERVANCY TRUST (...City of Chula Vista attempting to organize a Bayfront Conservancy Trust intended to manage the marshland being donated by Santa Fe Land Improvement Co. for wildlife protection purposes; Paradise Marsh in National City is within the area to be donated; at the request of Commissioner Beauchamp, the Planning Commission voted to request the City Council to seek representation on this body and to appoint someone to serve on it) was presented. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, Mr. Waters be appointed to that position. Carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, VanDeventer, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Waters. Report regarding Public Works Employees' PARKING SECURITY (...City Council inquiry regarding alleged thefts at the Public Works Employees' Parking Lot...two reports from Dir. Public Works: I. addresses the subject of thefts in and around the Public Works Yard between 1983 and 1985; 2. proposes a two —phased approach to installation of security fencing, the first for fencing only and the second the installation of security gates, if necessary. Estimated costs are $7,000 for phase one, south boundary fencing, and $7,000 for the gates in phase 2) was presented. Discussion re doing a half —way job, the use of wrought iron rather than chain link to be in keeping with new development in the area, and that prices should be obtained. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, this be laid over for one week for additional information. Carried by unanimous vote. A Report and Recommendation of Liability Insurance Administrator Regalado in regard to the City's SPECIAL EVENTS LIABILITY INSURANCE PROGRAM (...was advised by letter from Robert F. Driver Co. there is no longer in effect a policy for Special Events Liability Insurance coverage for City...this kind of insurance provides coverage for the City and participants at social gatherings, meetings and functions not sponsored by the City but involving the use of City facilities...dangers in permitting the use of City facilities without the SELI coverage are: excess insurance carriers may cancel or refuse to renew City's policies should claims result from such events or the excess insurance carriers may refuse to defend and indemnify the City and participants in said events on the basis that such coverage is not provided in their policies...was advised that for large events where alcohol is not served City could probably get coverage; for large events where alcohol is served, we might be able to get individual special event coverage...but we would have to allow Driver Co. six weeks to obtain quotes. Staff Recommendation: That Risk Management staff (Committee) review applications for use of City facilities on a case by case basis and have the authority to approve, conditionally approve, or deny applications. Denied applicants would be advised of the opportunity to present applications to Council.) was presented. Discussion. Moved by Waters, seconded by Morgan, we leave it as is but any large event from outside the City would have to furnish their own insurance. Discussion. City Attorney Eiser said we are talking about unusual events, especially those with 'a large number of people in attendance and with alcoholic beverages served; and asked because of what is happening to the insurance industry, do we want to assume this additional risk? In answer to a question about using "hold harmless" forms, Liab. Ins. Adm. Regalado answered such a form is only as good as the person who signed it. City Attorney Eiser said such a form is better than nothing, but it can be virtually worthless. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, the motion be amended to include an exception: anyone not accepted by the Risk Management Committee, would be referred to the City Council. Amended motion carried by unanimous vote. The City Attorney's Follow—up Report on Chula Vista City Council' request for National City City Council's SUPPORT OF MODIFICATION OF LAFCO SPHERE OF INFLUENCE POLICY [...If the LAFCO policy (sphere of influence) is modified per Chula Vista's proposal, even territory which will not be urbanized for a period of time beyond the next 10 — 15 years could be included by Chula Vista (or National City) in its proposed sphere of influence. Thus, if Chula Vista intended to include portions of the territory south of Freeway 54 in its sphere of influence, the net effect of the proposed amendment of the LAFCO policy would allow this claim to be m ade sooner than under current policy. ] was presented. Moved by Dalla, seconded by Cooper, appropriate staff be directed to meet with Chula Vista and express to them our concern regarding their sphere's conflict with National City and negotiate a policy and it be brought back to Council. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. The Report and Recommendations from the TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE meeting of November 13, 1985 (Four recommendations under Old Business and ten recommendations under New Business) were presented. Mayor Morgan addressed Item /{I under Old Business (...request for "NO TRUCKS" signs to be posted on Van Ness and 20th Streets and re—routing of trucks and the Committee's recommendation to Book 65/Page 139 11/26/85 deny the request because it is not fair for the residents of Leonard Street; In addition the pavement structure of Leonard cannot handle heavy truck traffic.), saying the County owns half of Leonard and the City owns half; and asking if it is not fair to the residents on Leonard, does that make it fair to the residents on Granger, VanNess and 20th to have those trucks on their streets? why wouldn't Council go along with putting the trucks, which originate in County, on a County street? Moved by Morgan, seconded by Van Deventer, the Engineer be directed to post, VanNess and 20th Street with "NO TRUCKS" signs. Councilman Dalla commented this can work both ways, the County can post signs on streets too. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Morgan referred to Item #3 under Old Business (...to approve installation of Traffic Signal at the intersection of Harbison Ave. and Division St.), asking if unneeded traffic signals now in place at other locations couldn't be moved to Harbison and Division? Discussion. Councilman Cooper asked if older traffic signals (which are being replaced by more sophisticated signals with left turn capabilities) couldn't be used? Moved by Morgan, seconded by Waters, the balance of the report be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER — No report. CITY ATTORNEY — No report. OTHER STAFF — No report. MAYOR The Mayor brought up the subject of BUILDING PERMIT to double the size of the SIZZLER STEAK HOUSE at Plaza Boulevard and N Ave., saying they are being held up because of street work required by the City. Vice Mayor Van Deventer inquired if they would sign a covenant. City Engineer Stafford said he could have a full report for next meeting. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Waters, we allow these people to go ahead with their plans. Councilman Dalla asked why not have the matter come back? Councilman Waters said he would amend the motion to have it come back next week (no second). Mayor Morgan replied the contractor is just about ready to walk off the job. Councilman Dalla asked why Council was not given more information? Mayor Morgan said he handled it the same way Mr. Dalla handled his letter at the last meeting. Vice Mayor VanDeventer asked if Council could allow him to proceed if everything else is approved, the permit ready, etc., allow him to go ahead and start building and have the matter of the street come back next week. City Attorney Eiser suggested Council might want it as a condition of the certificate of occupancy. Motion carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, VanDeventer, Waters, Morgan. Nays: Dalla. Mayor Morgan said he had a complaint about the City mail, he learned that the postage meter is located and is used in the duplicating room; and asked the City Manager who keeps track of what is processed through the meter? couldn't anyone put his own mail there and have it run through the City's meter? Vice Mayor Van Deventer asked that it be checked out and be brought back next week. Mayor Morgan said he also would like to know how much is spent on postage for this mail each month. Mayor Morgan questioned the City Engineer about his report on the 100 year flood; the report said during such a flood, there would be one to three feet of water on Highland Ave.; if that happens, the water will be at the two—story level at Fedco and the senior highrise. Vice Mayor VanDeventer and Councilman Dal la attempted to clarify the report: Isn't the 100 year flood 13.2 or 13.5? Isn't it reasonable to assume, whoever is the Engineer, you can expect problems from a 100 year flood? Mayor Morgan spoke of the house at 1603 Euclid, saying when the subdivision map was approved it showed an easement for future Euclid Ave., the purpose of the easement was the City would pay nothing for right—of—way; and asked why the City was spending $98,000 to purchase that property for right—of—way for Euclid? CITY COUNCIL Councilman Cooper said there is one problem in the City that is getting worse every day; cars do not stop for pedestrians; he came across 16th St. to National and made a right turn, two people were trying to cross National in the rain and with an umbrella opened so that they could not see on —coming traffic; we might have to paint cross —walks marked "PEDESTRIAN CROSSING." Councilman Cooper reported a drainage problem at 1870 Terry Lane beyond Mr. Pond; he would like the City Engineer to look at it. Moved by Cooper, seconded by VanDeventer, the City Engineer look into the drainage problem at 1870 Terry Lane. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 65/Page 140 11/26/85 Councilman Waters reported that when Eighth Street was resurfaced, not all the markings in the roadway were replaced; there was a cross —walk on Eighth Street between Burden and Arcadia; it was not replaced, and the matter went to the Traffic Safety Committee and was denied on October 9, 1985; there is no place to cross Eighth Street from Euclid Ave. to Harbison Ave. and that's too far. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Van Deventer, this be referred to staff for recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Morgan, staff move along with the Gas Tax Money for the design, construction, etc. of Euclid Avenue, 16th to 18th, to qualify for Gas Tax Funds and bring back to Council; at this point we only need three slivers of land for right—of—way; if it is put out to bid and it qualifies for Gas Tax. Carried by unanimous vote. Vice Mayor VanDeventer said he talked to staff about the residences the City acquired as right—of—way for Euclid Avenue, 18th to 20th Street; there has been trouble collecting rent. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, we remove those homes because of the work, the maintenance, and the costs are more than they are worth. Councilman Waters asked how much money we were losing. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Dalla, seconded by VanDeventer, the meeting be adjourned. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY CLE The foregoing minutes were approved at the regular meeting of December 10, 1985. Corrections No corrections CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA