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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 06-26 CC MINBook 64 Page 186 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA JUNE 26, 1984 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, Dallas Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. Administrative officials present: Bolint, Campbell, McCabe, McLean, Acting City Engineer Onley, Post. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager McCabe, followed with invocation by Chaplain Wilfred Reyna, Paradise Valley Hospital. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, the minutes of the regular and adjourned meetings of June 191 1984 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote,. PROCLAMATION Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the Proclamation be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. The Mayor's proposed Proclamation declaring the month of July, 1984 as "FLAG MONTH" was presented. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, in favor of this Proclamation. Carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Morgar presented the Proclamation to Inez Davis, Altrusa Club of National City, RESOLUTION Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the Resolution be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. (Item 11) Resolution No. 14,365, "RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 31, 1984 AND EVERY YEAR THEREAFTER AS TRESSA MC CARTNEY DAY" was read into the record: WHEREAS, Tressa Ellez McCartney was a recognized and respected leader of the National City Community, and WHEREAS, she contributed significantly to the community by donating the building for the Girls' Club and was the force behind the founding of the Family Assistance Program in National City, and WHEREAS, she was an active member of the South Bay Historical Society, the National City Senicr Citizens Club, Altrusa Club of National City, Southwest Order of Eastern Star Chapter 345, Pythian Sisters Lomita Temple No. 68, and was chosen for the United Volunteer of the Year Award and received official recognition from President Ronald Reagan; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of National City that May 31, 1984 and every year thereafter is hereby declared "TRESSA MC CARTNEY" day in the City of National City, in remembrance of her innumerable contributions to the welfare of the people of National City. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 26th day of June, 1984. ATTEST: (s) IONE CAMPBELL CITY CLERK (s) KILE MORGAN MAYOR 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 187 Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,365 be 2.11122Itcl. Carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Morgan presented the Resolution to Mrs. McCartney's family. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS CHARLES ERRECA, representing the contractor on the Rte. 54 job, was present and said they have a problem with the starting time; the City of Chula Vista is in agreement with the City of National City; the snag came with CalTrans' compliance with the County's Noise Ordinance; he believes KOA Campground is the problem; he is requesting the closure time each day be extended from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.; they have taken traffic counts and they are not as bad as Council might think; the street will be open to through traffic by 3:30 p.m. each day or earlier he talked to some of the businessmen in the area and they don't see any problem with this. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Van Deventer, this be approved. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. ESCHOL PETERS, 102 E. 30th St., was present and spoke of the office trailer at his business (Premium Auto Sales); he would like to have a permanent structure, but he cannot build on that piece of property; he received a letter from the Planning Commission saying his trailer must be removed by November 30; he has been trying to find a suitable location for his business; if be cannot find a suitable location by November 30, he would like Council to work with him and perhaps give him an extension of time. Discussion. Mr, Peters continued* the building on the property is in a hole; he rents the property, but cannot use the building; the existing structure is approximately ' 7' x 8'; there is a problem with the building; last year he brought in some construction people and he spent $1,500 leveling it so you could sit in it; in the past 3 years, the lot has settled approximately 711 from the manhole cover to the upper end. Further discussion. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, this be brought back in two weeks so staff can take a look at it. Discussion. City Attorney McLean said there are two issues; the first one is what does Council want to do about trailer offices; the normal procedure is that a person who has a Planning problem and gets a notice from the Planning Dept. goes to the Planning Commission to adjudicate his problem; if he needs time, normally the Planning Commission is reasonable in handling that; he feels this should be referred to the Planning Commission; the other question is what to do about that piece of property; the long and the short of it is that property can be used; the only question is whether the user wants to spend the money that will be required to use it; the Redevelopment Agency owns adjacent property with the same soils condition; we're using that property; because of certain policy decisions, the Redevelopment Agency probably did more on their property than is required; if Mr. Peters wants to build a building, he needs to hire a person who will design a building to accommodate the conditions, and then file for his building permit; the idea that the site is not usable is not in conformance with our understanding. Discussion. Moved by Dalla, seconded by Cooper, the motion be amended to include this entleman be referred to the Planning Commission. Discussion. Amended motion carried by unanimous vote. BETTY KRASON, 1415 'D' Ave., was present and spoke of Bingo games at the VFW and the American Legion, saying the Police Dept. enforces one set of rules for one club and another set of rules for the other club; the same rules should apply to all clubs; she spoke to the Police Dept. and they referred her to the City Attorney. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Van Deventer, this be referred to the City Manager to bring back a report. Carried by unanimous vote. 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 188 RITA HERNANDEZ, 2115 'A' Ave., was present and inquired about parking stickers (for resident parking on 'A' Ave.). City Manager McCabe replied the process takes about 90 days. Ms. Hernandez continued, they are still interested in the speed bumps. Acting City Engineer Onley said that is under review. Discussion. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the matter of the speed bumps be brought back the next meet5:29 following the next Traffic Safet Committee meeti. �q. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. ABEL VALENCIA was present (See Page 190, Para. 5 ). PUBLIC HEARINGS The PUBLIC HEARING on APPLICATION for ZONE VARIANCE to ALLOW SUBDIVISION of 1.34 ACRES into 8 RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PARCELS, 3 of which will be landlocked with easement access over common driveways across 2 adjacent parcels, and 1 parcel with access via easement only, located within the 3700 block of Sweetwater Rd., South side, Applicant: Boy Scouts of America; Case File No. Z-2-84, and the PUBLIC HEARING on TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP for the SUBDIVISION of 1.34 ACRES into 8 RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PARCELS within the 3700 block of Sweetwater Rd., South side, Case File No. S-1-84 (...involves the proposed subdivision of 1.34 acres of vacant and unimproved land into 8 residentially zoned parcels, size varying from 4,567 sq. ft. to 9,630 sq. ft. ; this division of property, as proposed, is at variance with the City's land use regulations in the following respects: A. Applicant proposes to create 3 parcels that do not have frontage on a dedicated street, access to be provided via easement; Land Use regulations require that all lots in a residential zone shall have a minimum frontage of 50' on a dedicated street; B. Applicant has designed this subdivision to obtain the maximum number of lots possible; in so doing, Lots 4, 5, 6, and 7 are provided with access via common driveway onto Sweetwater Rd.; a second driveway located 185' to the West on Sweetwater Rd. provides access to Lots 1, 2 and 3; Sweetwater Rd. is classified as an arterial roadway in the Circulation Element of the City's General Plan; Land Use regulations provide that residential driveways shall only be permitted on an arterial street when no other access to the property exists; by reducing the number of parcels, all lots could be provided with street frontage and access via Calmoor Way; Sweetwater Rd. has an estimated traffic volume of 7,500 vehicles per day; this volume is expected to substantially increase during the next few years; at the present time, during peak traffic hours, it is difficult to make left turns entering or exiting Sweetwater Rd.; Calmoor Way exists as an alternative [ in the opinion of staff ; to allow access to Sweetwater Rd. at this location would create a traffic hazard; to allow the sub -- division of this property as proposed is nct good planning; although vehicular maneuvering and turnaround areas are shown for each parcel, there is no guarantee that such areas will be individually and continuously accessible to each property owner; staff concurs with the recommendation of the S. D. County Dept. of Public Works and the City of National City's Environmental Impact Committee that this proposed subdivision be re -designed to provide all access to Calmoor Way; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's denial) were held at this time. The City Clerk reported an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial was received from Eiggs Engineering. Planning Director Post said the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial of this Variance and related Subdivision; there is a potential traffic problem; they are essentially recommending a re -design with access off of Calmoor Way; this might create a loss of one or two units. CHUCK SMITH (Boy Scouts of America) , 55 E. Sierra Way, Chula Vista, was present and said after carefully reviewing all the previous plans for this property, they proposed to build single --family dwellings comparable to the surrounding area; they believe the plan they came up with is the best plan that can be made to carry out what they consider to be the wishes of the City Council; they checked with developers and 4 out of 5 said it would not 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 189 be feasible unless density was increased or condos were built; they came up with the proposal of 8 units; since the Planning Com3sion meetings they have made some changes that they feel will anst-x,r the traffic problems on Sweetwater Rd. DAN BIGGS (Biggs Engineering), 2727 Hoover Ave., was present and displayed a rendering of the proposed subdivision, saying there are 8 single-family homes in the project, 7 with frontage on Sweetwater Rd.; there are 2 oversized driveways instead of 7 driveways; each home will be a large home with a two -car garage and an oversized apron in front of the garage where an additional two cars can park; they interviewed residents in the Calmoor Subdivision and they do not want the traffic going through the cul-de- sac; for th;‘t reason, they only allowed one lot to flow onto that street; they have analyzed the occident rnrc!s on Sweetwater Rd. and they do not believ thic, will affect the saf.,..?ty there; they will be widening Sweetwater Rd. by 20'; they are sensitive to what Council has said in the past and what the citizens are saying. Further discussion re parking motor homes and boats and the possibility of forming a Homeowners' Association, or imposing C C & R's. In response to the question "Who is responsible for maintaining the driveways?" Mr, Biggs replied the homeowners who use them. Moved by Waters, the Public Hearings be closed and the application be approved. Motion died for lack of second. Discussion. Mayor Morgan seconded the motion. City Attorney McLean said if the motion is to approve the Variance that will be required, Council must make findings of fact that can be reflected in the form of a Resolution stating the reasons for the granting of the Variance; you can only grant a Variance when, because of special circumstances applicable to the property including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, or strict application of the zoning Ordinance deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under identical zoning classifications; Council would need to have in mind and be ready to tell him, so he can prepare the necessary Resolution, what special circumstances they found that exist before granting the Variance. Further discussion re re -design. Mayor Morgan said previously the property was zoned for business; if we allowed businesses in there, there would be a lot more traffic. Further discussion re the width of the driveways. WAYNE CLARK, 3217 Loma Del Sol Dr., Bonita, was present and suggested Council condition the map on approval by the staff of adequate turnaround area and adequate off-street parking; a homeowners' assoc. might not be necessary, and suggested mutual access easement and deed restrictions. Further discussion re parking on Sweetwater Rd. Mr. Biggs said they would be happy to conduct a traffic study. Further discussion. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Waters, Morgan. Nays: Dalla. Abstaining: Van Deventer, Cooper, Councilman Cooper said he abstained because of Mr. Biggs' campaign contribution. City Attorney McLean recommended the Public Hearing be continued until all Council members can vote. Moved by Waters, seconded by Morgan, the Public Hearings be continued to July 24, 1984. Carried by unanimous vote. City Attorney McLean advised the interested parties to review Section 6596 of the Government Code and produce some testimony to support granting of the Variance. The PUBLIC HEARING on PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT and CHANGE OF ZONE from RT (Residential -Two -Family) to RS-3 (Residential Single - Family Extendable) on properties located between Granger and Rachael Avenues from 18th to 20th Streets, GP-4-84 and ZC-4-84 (On May 21, 1984 the Planning Commission recommended that this proposed General Plan Amendment and Change of Zone be approved by Council; this reclassi- fication was initiated by a petition signed by 63% of the property owners fronting on 19th St.; these owners are concerned about increased traffic that would be generated on an inadequate street by the additional units permitted in the existing RT zone; the surrounding area contains a mixture of general plan and zoning classifications; areas to the South and Southwest are classified RT, with the exception 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 190 of Granger Jr. High School which is Civic Institutional, Open Space; the areas to the West and to the North are RS-3 and PM-1 [Multiple - Family Extendable]; existing land uses in the proposed area of reclassification from 18th to 20th Streets between Granger & Rachael Avenues includes single-family homes fe05)], duplexes [29%], and multiple units [11g]; offices are located on the SE corner of 18th St. and Granger Ave.; this area is excluded from the proposed reclassi- fication because it is zoned CL [Limited Commercial]; there are a total of 77 parcels in the area of reclassification and the potential exists for 2 additional lot splits; under the RT zoning classification, each parcel would be allowed to have 2 units, which would result in a total of 158 units; under the proposed RS-3 classification, the allowable units would be half of what would be permitted in the exist- ing RT zone, or 79 units; there are 5 vacant parcels at the present time, which if developed under the existing RT zoning, would allow twice as many units as the proposed RS-3 zone; all things considered, the RT or RS-3 General Plan/Zoning classification could be considered a reasonable classification for this area based on the surrounding zoning and land use; approving the RS-3 designation would, however, be consistent with the General Plan goal of encouraging single-family residential development; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's approval) was held at this time. Planning Director Post said the Planning Commission and staff recommend approval. PAUL MARSHALL, 3026 E. 19th St., was present and said the property owners on 19th St. are concerned with duplexes being built on their street; the duplexes are going up like mushrooms; they submitted a petition signed by 22 property owners to the Planning Commission; the Planning Commission recommended this change be made; there are 35 families on 19th St.; only 16 of these are single-family owners; there are 19 rental units; there are a lot of cars on this street; a lot of children play on that street. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, the Public Hearing be closed and the zone change be aoroved. Carried by unanimous vote. (Later in the meeting, Council voted to issue no more permits for duplexes in this area and to allow those who have gone to the trouble and expense of obtaining permits to proceed. See Page 195, Para. 6 ) Mayor Morgan called a recess at 8:20 p.m. Council reconvened at 8:27 p.m. ROLL CALL Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. ABEL VALENCIA, 2868 Grove, was present and requested a two weeks extension on the offer to purchase his property; his mother is in Mexico and has not yet returned. Mr. Valencia was advised to bring this up in the Redevelopment meeting. The GENERAL REVENUE SHARING BUDGET HEARING (Pursuant to current Revenue Sharing [GRS] regulations, the City Council is charged with the responsibility of holding a public hearing to consider testimony prior to adopting a final budget; adoption of the final City Budget, which will include the General Revenue Sharing Budget for Fiscal Year 1984-85, is scheduled for Council agenda on August 14, 1984; Federal regulations specify the following: A State Government or unit of general local government expending payments under this chapter shall hold at least one public hearing on the proposed use of the payment in relation to its entire budget; at the hearing, persons shall be given an opportunity to provide written and oral views to the government authority responsible for enacting the budget and to ask questions about the entire budget and the relation of the payment to the entire budget; the government shall hold the hearing at a time and place that allows and encourages public attendance and participation; in order to provide a framework for review and evaluation of these funding requests, 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 191 the following 3 criteria were applied by staff: 1. Benefits to National City; 2. Integration of requests with National City program or projects; 3. Council policy; the above criteria is subjective in nature, and therefore can be argued by each individual applicant; the purpose of the hearing is to take such testimony and assist the Council in deciding upon a final budget; proof of publication, advertising the hearing, is on. file) was held at this time. City Manager McCabe said the only changes in the budget are as follows: the Community Youth Athletic Assoc. has asked for $12,050; they are budgeted recommended for $6,000; the Meals on Wheels request is for $2,229.66; they are budgeted at $2,000; there are no other changes in the budget. AIDA GUITERRE2, Community Youth Assoc., 824 Palm Ave., was present and said they have been having workshops and seminars at their youth center at 8th & Palm utilizing professional people who have donated their time; the additional moo,,: y would be used for that. Discussion. Cj ty Manager McCabe said the original amount budgeted was $7,000, and they are now asking for a total of $12,050. Councilman Dalla said in the past we have based our contribution on factors such as rent and utilities, or special equipment, and we've tried to steer away from getting involved in the cost associated with the programs; if we can help them with the basics such as rent and utilities, they could focus a little more on the programs. Discussion. City Manager McCabe said based upon Council's policy of about 3 years ago when we started having some problem with the social programs, being asked for funding; at that point you said "Let's fund what we can and what we have historically, but let's not accept additional social type programs that really belong to someone else." Mayor Morgan said we would write letters to the County if that would be of help. Councilman Dalla said if they have an annual increase in rent or utilities, that would be easier for Council to deal with; that should be included in their request. Councilman Van Deventer spoke of the Meals on Wheels program, saying they requested an additional $229; possibly this could be taken from #6029 since the City is doing a lot of work on the score shacks. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, this $229 be taken from Account #6029 ($166,000). Discussion. City Manager McCabe said they got $2,000 last year and this represents the increased cost of doing business. Further discussion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Councilman Van Deventer spoke of Account No. 9028 (Swim Club), saying the request did not have a good breakdown; their equipment is in bad condition, and since the Swim Club was inconvenienced when the pool was closed down, we should fund $1,500 for equipment only out of Account #6029. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, $$ 500 be funded from Account #6029 for a ui ment as needed. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the Public Hearin be closed and the Revenue Sharin Bud et be ado ted as amended. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the Resolutions be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. r._.._ Resolution No. 14,359, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR LOAN AND REPAYMENT WITH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FOR THE NATIONAL CITY DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, Resolution No. 14) 359 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,360, "RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION TO VACATE AND CLOSE PORTIONS OF SWEETWATER ROAD, NORTH SIDE, BETWEEN GROVE STREET AND PROSPECT STREET (SC 2-84)." Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,360 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 192 Resolution No. 14,361, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION AND TRANSFER OF RESERVE FUNDS." Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, Resolution No. 14,361 be aeopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,362, "RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ADOPTING PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 84-85." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,362 be adopted. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,363, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR THE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DIVISION." Moved by enoper, seconded by Van Deventer, Resolution No. 141363 be adopted. C7-ri‹?d by unanimous vote. Ecsolution No. 14,64, "RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 12,782 REGARDING THS COLCON OF FEES AND COSTS" Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, Resolution No. 14,364 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,365 (See Page 186, Para. 8). ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, the Ordinance be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No. 1828 (/19,/a4-1), "ORDINANCE REGULATING THE USE OF FIRECRACKERS IN RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dallas Ordinance No. 1828 (6/19/84-1) be adopted. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. NEW BUSINESS The Finance Director's request for RATIFICATION of WARRANT REGISTER NO. 51, dated June 19, 1984, in the amount of $75,699.19 (Warrants Nos. 84204 through 84283) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Dalla, the bills be paid and warrants drawn. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Nays: None. The application for ON -SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE, TYPE 42, PERSON TRANSFER of James A. McCullough, 2325-29 Highland Avenue (Police, Planning and Building Departments state no objections) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, in favor of this request. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. The application for ON -SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE, TYPE 41 of Carmen & Miguel Diaz, dba TACOS LA FOGATO, 1604 E. 18th St. (Building Dept. states no objection; Police Dept. states these applicants have not yet filed a CUP indicating their intended hours and methods of operation; until a CUP has been obtained, it would be a violation of our Municipal Codes for the applicant to be issued a license to sell alcoholic beverages; at present, it is not possible to accurately grv,ge the potential adverse impact of issuance of a liquor license at this proposed location; when applicant has submitted a satisfactory request for a CUP, they will reconsider the protest; Plannfng Dept. concurs with the Police Dept. objection) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, this license be protested on the grounds of the Police and Planning Departments' objections, and the location is within the redevelopment area. Councilman Dalla inquired if there was some process of review by the City Attorney's office or Community Development so it can be indicated on the form. City Attorney McLean suggested applications be sent to Mr. Peterson for his review. Motion carried by unanimous vote. 6/26/84 tc, Book 64 Page 193 The application for OFF -SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE, TYPE 20, of Thriftimaxt, Inc., dba SMART & FINAL. IRIS CO., 1940 National City Blvd. (Building Dept. states no objection; Police Dept. recommends this license be protested based upon the Planning Dept. recommendation that applicant obtain a CUP pursuant to National City Municipal Code; Section 18.16.141 of the N.C. Municipal Code provides that the sale of alcoholic bevevves as an accessory and/or incidental use to a permitted use, may be permitted...subject to issuance of a CUP; Planning Dept. recommends this license be protested until applicant obtains a CUP) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, this license be protested on the basis of the Police Chief's and PlanniBg Department's recommendations, and it is within the redevelopment area. Carried by unanimous vote. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A letter from the NATIONAL CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE requesting that the National City KIWANIS CLUB be granted use of the large room of the Kimball Community Bldg. for the Salute to the Navy Luncheon on Wednesday, October 17, 1984, and to serve ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES was presented. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, in favor of this request. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dallas Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. OTHER BUSINESS The request of STANLEY DODGE, 2829 National City Blvd., for TEMPORARY USE PERMIT for the use of a MOBILE OFFICE TRAILER (On June 12, 1984, Council voted to allow a mobile office trailer at Stanley Dodge for a maximum of 6 months; Richard Allen of Stanley Dodge has signed an agreement to remove the trailer within 6 months, or allow the City to do so at the owner's expense; this action will formalize the previous action; staff recommends approval) was presented. Discussion re Council policy on mobile office trailers. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, in favor of this request. Carried by unanimous vote. PLANNING COMMISSION - NOTICES OF DECISION Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-84, APPROVING ZONE VARIANCE to ALLOW a WALL -MOUNTED SIGN containing 46 sq, ft. on a building wall other than that which faces a street at 436 W. 8th St., Z-4-84 (...involves a request to allow an illuminated 46 sq. ft. wall -mounted sign advertising "MAACO Auto Painting and Bodyworks” that will face the 8th St. off -ramp of Southbound Interstate 5, and be visible from oily a portion of Westbound 8th St.; applicant states that the reason for this request is based on the layout and location of the building and area of the building being leased in relation to 8th St.; MAACO leases the most southerly portion [about 9,700 sq. ft.] of the building at 436 W. 8th St.; this building is long and narrow and fronts on 8th St.; the building is set back 60' from 8th St. and the portion of building being leased is 180' South of 8th St.; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's approval) was presented. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, this be approved. Councilman Dalla said every time someone applies for a sign, there's a variance associated with it. Councilman Cooper said the Sigxi Ordinance is difficult to comply with. Councilman Dalla said if we continue to deviate from the Sign Ordinance, it needs to be changed. Discussion. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Nays: Dalla. Planning Commission Resolution No. 21-84, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT to ALLOW development of a TWO-STORY, 51-UNIT MOTEL on property located immediately East of 1-805 and South of Plaza Blvd., CUP-1984-10 (Ordinance No. 1805 requires that any proposal for the construction of a motel shall require issuance of a CUP to ensure that motel develop- ments are of high quality and of good architectural design; this is 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 194 a companion case to Planned Development Permit No. 5-84 to allow development of a two-story, 51-unit motel on property located between Plaza Blvd. and 14th St., West side of Grove St. between McDonald's and 1-805; the Planning Commission directed their attention to the quality and architectural design of the project to ensure that the intent and purpose of the Motel -Planned Development Combining Zone is being satisfied; the details of project development, including access, effect upon adjacent and abutting properties, and project desirability to the public convenience and welfare, was considered in conjunction with the Planned Development Permit for this project; the project is in compliance with all standards for motel development as set forth in City Ordinance No. 1805; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's approval) was presented. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, this be set for Public Hearing (July 24, 1984). Discussion. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. Planning Commission Resolution No. 22-84, APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT to ALLOW DEVELOPMENT of a TWO-STORY, 51-UNIT MOTEL on property located immediately East of 1-805 and South of Plaza Blvd., PD-5-84 S...involves the proposed development of a two-story, 51-unit motel [including manager's unit] with swimming pool and off-street parking facilities to accommodate 56 automobiles; project site is located between Plaza Blvd. and l4th St., West side of Grove St. between McDonald's and 1-805; the site is presently vacant and was graded and cleared of all vegetation in conjunction with development of the adjacent McDonald's site; access to this site is from Grove St. via a 27' wide easement through the parking lot of McDonald's; plans submitted in conjunction with this application reflect compliance with all the standards for motel development set forth in City Ordinance No. 1805; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's approval) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, this be set for Public Hearing (July 24, 1984). Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. Planning Commission Resolution No. 23-84, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT to ALLOW CONSTRUCTION of a 4,000 sq, ft. AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR FACILITY at 115 E. 18th St., CUP-1984-7 (...involves the proposed construction of a masonry block building, 21' in height, containing a total floor area of 4,000 sq. ft. on a parcel having 5,750 sq. ft.; project site is presently vacant and located between two properties that are developed with lawful non -conforming, single -story, residential structures on the North side of 18th St. between National City Blvd. and 'B' Ave.; proposed use is automotive repair; off-street parking (3 spaces] is provided specifically for that type of use; the number of employees will be limited to a maximum of 6 or if a service vehicle is used in conjunction with the business, a maximum of 4 employees; because of the number of parking spaces being provided, the use of this structure will be limited to automotive repair, automotive related type uses, warehousing and/or storage only; staff concurs with the Planning Commission's approval) was presented. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Dallas, this be approved. Discussion. Motion and second withdrawn. Moved by Waters, seconded by Dalla, this be set for Public Hearing (July 24, 1984). Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Waters, Morgan, Nays: None. Abstaining: Van Deventer, The Finance Director's CONSOLIDATED CASH REPORT for the period ending May 31, 1984 was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Dalla, the reported be accepted and filed. Carried by unanimous vote. The City Clerk's request for approval to DISPOSE of DOCUMENTS filed under Miscellaneous was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Morgan, in favor of the City Clerk's recommendation. The City Clerk reported 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 195 receipt of a letter from Mark Monday, Evening Tribune, requesting access to certain material in the possession of the City of National City for the purpose of inspection and copying pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Section 6250 et seq. of the Government Code). Discussion. City Attorney McLean said Council can go ahead and purge the records and destroy them if they are eligible under the Public Records Act to be destroyed; they cannot be transferred to some other depository with a restriction on them that what are now public records become private records; if they go to the library, they will be available for anyone who wants to look at them; if they stay here, they will be available; alternatively, if they're eligible for destruction, we destroy them; it appears to him that every one of these files is eligible for cl,tructIon Discussion. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, 1:1'7,=; h ,3)-Ided to include these records be destroyed on 1b.'3 Ca.tv Clerk, Amended notion carried by unanimous vote, The report cf the TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE from their meeting of Dine 13, 1984 was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, this report be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. National City Transit's report on PROPOSED SERVICE CHANGE on NATIONAL. CITY TRANSIT ROUTE 604 (Route 604 operates on Sunday in National City between Plaza Blvd. and Plaza Bonita via the 24th St. Trolley Station; the route has been heavily impacted by recent ridership increases to the. paint where standing room loads are common in the afternoon; the pfoposed change would eliminate the first trip in the morning which begins at 7:01 a.m. and ends at 7:47 a.m.; virtually no ridership has occurred during this time; regular service would begin at 7:47 a.m. and operate on one hour frequencies until ?:49 p.m. when an additional bus would be added and frequency would increase to 30 minutes; this service change would delete service when it is not needed and add service when the demand is greatest; the change would be effective July 1, 1984) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, in favor of this change. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER City Manager McCabe requested an Executive Session on Personnel on completion of the agenda. CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney McLean reported the League of California Cities has recommended that cities register their opposition to AB 2648; adoption of this bill would greatly broaden the power of courts to second guess elected officials; it would greatly limit a City Attorney's ability to successfully defend actions designed to reverse the actions of the City Council. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, in favor of the City Attorney's recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote. OTHER STAFF Planning Director Post said he needs Council direction re the duplexes on 19th St. (Hearing No. 3, Page 189, Para. 2); there are 2 or 3 property owners who have received building permits, but have not yet begun construction. Discussion. City Attorney McLean said the rules are that if Council wishes to revoke the outstanding building permits, they can do so; if there are permits outstanding in which some construction has actually commenced, we would have to make a site inspection and he would have to make a judgment call as to whether construction has gone far enough; he doesn't think legally we could stop them. Discussion. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, no further permits will be issued. Discussion. Carried by unanimous vote. City Attorney McLean said permits that were properly obtained but for which no physical construction has commenced, can be revoked or allowed to continue. Discussion. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, 6/26/84 Book 64 Page 196 the motion be amended to include if the permit has been issued, the owner can continue with the project. Amended motion carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR - No report. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Van Deventer reported Mr. Struiksma of San Diego asked to be on the July 10 agenda re recrganization of MTDB. Councilman Dalla said Council just approved the preliminary budget and the CIP Fund includes a lot of carryover projects from last year; we have a limited staff with many priorities; there are a lot of approved projects that have been carried over because we don't have the staff to process them in a timely manner; we seem to have an unwritten policy about getting outside help; he would like to indicate publicly that we do not have such a policy and our primary aim is to get the job done and to provide things that we have budgeted for the benefit of the public. Moved by Dalla, seconded by Van Deventer, we indicate to staff that if we need to o outside to et these ro'ects oing that they have council'�s Messing to do that, and they would bring those things back for Council approval. Discussion re the feasibility and cost of outside help vs a full-time staff member. Mayor Morgan said he would like to know about outside help being hired before it happens; he doesn't want to hear it after the fact. Further discussion. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: Morgan. Mayor Morgan called an Executive Session for Personnel at 9:27 p.m. Council reconvened at 10:20 p.m. ROLL CALL Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, the meeting be adjourned to 4:00 p.m., July 3, 1984. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 10:22 p.m. CITY CLERK The foregoing minutes were approved at the regular meeting of the City Council on July 10, 1984. Corrections No Corrections CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA 6/26/84