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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 09-18 CC MINBook 65/Page 15 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA September 18, 1984 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Mayor Morgan. ROLL CALL Council members present: Cooper, Dalla, VanDeventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. Administrative officials present: Bolint, Campbell, McCabe, Post, Stafford, Interim City Attorney Tobin. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager McCabe followed with invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The City Clerk reported the minutes of the September Ilth meeting had not been distributed and requested approval be laid over to the next meeting. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, approval of the minutes be laid over to the next meeting. Carried by unanimous vote. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, the proclamations be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. "CONSTITUTION WEEK," the week of September 17 through 22. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, the proclamation be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. "DISABLED ARTISTS WEEK," the week of October 7 through 13. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Waters, the proclamation be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS WEEK," the week of October 7 through 14. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Van Deventer, the proclamation be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. The proclamation was presented to Ashley Walker Hooper and Linda Bond. APPOINTMENTS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Six candidates were listed on the agenda as recommended appointees to the COMMITTEE FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Daniel S. Murphy, Kathleen S. Hjerleid, Helen Hailing, Leticia Camacho, William Wallace, and Andres Magaoay. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Cooper, in favor of these six candidates. Carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: Morgan. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS George Webster, National City Chamber of Com merce, was present and thanked Council and the City Manager for their assistance in staging HERITAGE WEEK, saying Public Works, the Park Department and individual employees did a fine job. Mayor Morgan suggested the Chamber start planning for the Centennial in 1987. Discussion. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, the Resolutions be adopted by title. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,434, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ESTABLISHING PLANNING DEPARTMENT FEES." Moved by Dalla, seconded by Waters, Resolution No. 14,434 be adopted. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Dalla, the Resolution be held over to the next meeting so that staff could prepare a breakdown on the actual costs. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,435, "RESOLUTION REQUESTING DEFERRAL OF STREET IMPROVEMENT AT 1910 'N' AVENUE (CONCHA)." Moved by Cooper, seconded by VanDeventer, Resolution No. 14,435 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,436, "RESOLUTION APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A DRIVEWAY SPECIAL PERMIT (4102 Plaza Boulevard — Crosswell)." Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,436 be adopted. Mayor Morgan said he was not sure this was a good idea; they are tearing up the whole front yard and making it into 9/18/84 Book 65/Page 16 a parking lot. Dir. Plan. Post said he first learned of this this afternoon; there is a 201 setback in this particular zone; there is a potential setback problem. Discussion. JIM CROSWELL, 4102 Plaza Boulevard, was present and said he owned eight vehicles; all are driven occasionally. Interim City Attorney Tobin asked if the Municipal Code covered storage yards in residential areas. Discussion. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Cooper, this be laid over for two weeks. Councilman Cooper noted there was no access to the backyards within this development; he faulted the previous Council for not making it mandatory to be able to get into the backyard with a vehicle. Further discussion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,437, "RESOLUTION REQUESTING DEFERRAL OF STREET IMPROVEMENT AT 2528 'K0 AVENUE (FIELD)." Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, Resolution No. 14,437 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,438, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ENTER INTO AN ACQUISITION ESCROW FOR PROPERTY AT 2405 EAST 19TH STREET (J. N. and J. A. Peppmuller)." Moved by Dalla, seconded by VanDeventer, Resolution No. 14,438 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION Moved by DaIla, seconded by Waters, the ordinances be presented by title. Carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No. 9/18/84-1, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1324, 1562, 1825 AND CHAPTER 15.04 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-2, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1982 EDITION, AND APPENDIX, EXCEPT CHAPTER 12 THEREOF; AMENDING CHAPTER 70 ESTABLISHING THE CITY ENGINEER AS THE ENFORCING OFFICER OF CHAPTER 70; THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS 1982 EDITION; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1713 AND CHAPTER 15.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-3, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE IN WHOLE THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS, 1982 EDITION." Ordinance No.9/18/84-4, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1193 AND CHAPTER 15.12 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-5, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1982 EDITION, APPENDIX A, CHAPTER 22 OF APPENDIX B AND APPENDIX C THEREOF, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1715 AND CHAPTER 15.14 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-6, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1982 EDITION EDITION, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1716 AND CHAPTER 15.16 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-7, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1979 EDITION, ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND ALTERATION OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS WITHIN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1714 AND CHAPTER 15.20 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Ordinance No. 9/18/84-8, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, 1984 EDITION, AS AMENDED, ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS, RULES AND STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS AND MATERIALS WITHIN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1717 AND CHAPTER 15.24 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." 9/18 /84 Book 65/Page 17 NEW BUSINESS The Finance Director's request for RATIFICATION of WARRANT REGISTER NO. 11, dated September 11, 1984, in the amount of $175,825.80 (Warrants Nos. 85006 through 85066) 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 Mr. and Mrs. George Chifulio arising from an occurence on June 7, 1984, was presented. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Dalla, it be denied and referred to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. OTHER BUSINESS PETITION FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS — "M" AVENUE, 14TH TO 16TH STREET (sidewalk, curb, gutter and structural section of the street to exclude the 36" pipe and the fill needed to the approach to the raised 16th Street) petitioning City Council to initiate proceedings to' have the improvement work done by special assessment proceedings was presented. DR. GARY SMITH, Superintendent, National School District, was present and requested this be held over for sixty days to allow them time for research of the impact on the School District. Discussion re the percentage of the petition, would participation by Meyer C. Weiner Co. change the assessments. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, in favor of Dr. Smith's request. Carried by unanimous vote. The City Engineer's report on DRAINAGE requirements for property at 2815 East 18th Street, First Samoan Methodist Church (1. A grading and drainage plan had been approved for this property on 11 /1 /82; although a construction permit was not obtained, substantial work proceeded in the form of unregulated grading and installation of a rudimentary drainage system; the result of this work may constitute a flood hazard. 2. Costs of drainage improvements per the above mentioned plan are estimated to be $30,200. 3. There are no uncommitted drainage funds for FY 84-85 that could be applied to this project.) was presented. The City Engineer recommended that grading and drainage improvements be required as part of any permit process and that the site be monitored during storms for possible emergency grading. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Waters, this be filed. Mayor Morgan said the City has put in drainage all over the City; we have always set aside money for drainage; he thought this was wrong. Councilman Dalla said the owner did work without getting permits and as a result created this problem; there are no funds in the budget for this year; these people created part of the problem; there was no reason for the citizens of National City to spend money to correct work done by these people without authorization. Vice Mayor Waters said he went out and looked at the drainage ditch and believes it belongs to the City. Discussion regarding whether the ditch is on private or City property; if it is not the City's, it is their problem; if it is the City's, it is our problem. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, this be laid over for two weeks to give staff time to determine ownership. Carried by unanimous vote. Planning Department's Report on RECREATIONAL FACILITIES PLAN associated with the Sweetwater Flood Control Project as proposed by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (See Document No. 71032) was presented. DENNIS MARCUS and Mr. LOU of the Los Angeles District Office of the USACE were present and displayed maps showing the proposed equestrian trails and rest area, bicycle trails and rest area, Beach Park and future National City development. Mr. Marcus said the recreational facilities were to be developed using 50% Federal Funding and 50% local funding; it was up to the City working with the County to provide 50%. Discussion re location of the land (part in Port District and part Santa Fe lands). Mr. Marcus said they have a commitment from the County to staff; they are at the stage where they have to do the final detailed planning; they are looking at one year from now. Moved by Waters, seconded by VanDeventer, we direct the City Manager to communicate with the Port District, the County and the City of Chula Vista or anyone else who will benefit and staff and committees study the plans (amended motion). Mr. Marcus said they need a cost sharing agreement from the County indicating their willingness to go along with this plan; no money will be needed until the first construction contract is signed, probably 1987; then it would be required right up front; but the agreement would be needed prior to that. Interim City Attorney Tobin asked if he was asking the City to invite com munication from the County. Mr. Marcus replied they deal with the County, the County is the local sponsor. Discussion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. 9/18/84 Book 65/Page 18 The Planning Director's Report on OFF-STREET PARKING in the Light Manufacturing (ML) Zone from ROOSEVELT AVENUE to INTERSTATE 5, 8TH STREET to 24TH STREET (Document No. 71033) was presented. Discussion re a survey of the entire West Side, expand the scope of the survey. Moved by Waters, seconded by VanDeventer, the Planner continue his study covering the enlarged area and make a report later. Carried by unanimous vote. The City Engineer's Report on WILSON AVENUE NORTH OF 13TH STREET referred by the Real Estate Committee (Document No. 71034) was presented. The City Engineer recommended that Wilson Avenue north of 13th Street be removed from the surplus property list until such time as it is vacated. Moved by Dalla, seconded by VanDeventer, Wilson Avenue north of 13th Street be removed from the surplus property Iist until it is vacated. Discussion re a project being developed in the area, vacation having been applied for, and whether all facts have been brought out. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The matter of RED CURBING at 13TH STREET and "I" AVENUE (tabled for one week at the meeting of September 11) was brought to the floor. MARY HLAWATSCH, 905 East 13th Street, was present and requested the area not be red curbed because of the parking problems in the neighborhood; not only do residents park in the area but people doing business on Highland Avenue park there. Discussion. Moved by Dalla, seconded by Cooper, we defer the red curbing and the attorney write to the property owner who has the boat parked on the corner. Discussion. CAROL BUR RIS (sp?), 1305 "I" Avenue, was present and said her husband owns the boat; he has a place for the boat in Chula Vista; the only time it will be on the street now is when her husband comes home late and does not want to take it to Chula Vista; it will be moved the next day. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Dalla, the Resolution ordering the red curb be rescinded and the Police check with these people and have the boat removed (motion tabled at the September 11 meeting.) Carried by unanimous vote. City Council STUDY MEETING on Community Development Block Grant Program 1985-1986 prepared by the Executive Director of the Community Commission (in budget sessions and at its meeting of September 11 the Community Development Commission Board determined that a study session should be held regarding subject Program before it is considered by the Com mittee for Housing and Com munity Development. It is timely and convenient for the City Council to hold the study session) was presented. Discussion. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Waters, the study meeting be held at an adjourned City Council meeting on October 1, 1984, at 3:00 p.m. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER City Manager McCabe said he asked the City Engineer to tell us the status of the Civic Center roof. City Engineer Stafford reported he had been in contact with Bagwell Roofing and several people from their suppliers; the roof contractor claims he did not receive a report of August 13; so he has (by registered mail) sent that report to him along with a few other memos and notice that we would start action against the bond; the supplier says he needs word from the prime contractor who claims he cannot get in touch with the supplier; he thinks we will get some action. Moved by Morgan, seconded by VanDeventer, to approve the Engineer's action. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY ATTORNEY Interim City Attorney Tobin reported in regard to the property at 29th Street and "A" Avenue, giving some of the background and saying the property may have to go out to bid; he would like to meet with the City Engineer and Mr. Onley and then meet with Messrs. Stanley, Howell and Mann in a spirit of fair play. Moved by Morgan, seconded by VanDeventer, the City Attorney's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. OTHER STAFF The City Clerk requested clarification of the motion at the close of the hearing on appeal of PD-4-1984 at the September 11 meeting. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Dalla, the motion was to close the hearing, affirm the Planning Commission's conditions with the exception of Condition 8, approve the developer's modification of Condition 8 providing he signs a Covenant Running with the Land not to protest a 1911 Act Improvement, add Condition 16 (landscape and irrigate the east slope), install a traffic signal at Plaza and "L" prior to the opening of the 'shopping center with the developer to pay 60-75% of the cost, and record the landowner's 9/18/84 Book 65/P age 19 responsibility for construction over sewer and drain lines. Carried by unanimous vote. The City Clerk also asked for clarification of the motion regarding Wilson Avenue north of 13th Street at the meeting of September 4, saying in view of the motion made tonight (See City Engineer's report above) it might not be necessary. Interim City Attorney Tobin advised this could be handled on a one to one basis. City Engineer Stafford requested permission to dispose of properties at 2524 and 2502 East 13 Street. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Waters, he be authorized to dispose of them. Carried, by the following vote, to —wit: Ayes: Cooper, Dalla, Waters, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstain: Van Deventer. MAYOR Mayor Morgan inquired if there was new personnel in Planning. Planning Director Post explained they have a student worker, are recruiting for a half—time drafting position; there have been some different faces, people covering for an employee on leave. CITY COUNCIL Councilman VanDeventer said the Heritage Square festivities made him aware of the inadequate electric service in the area. Moved by VanDeventer, seconded by Cooper, this be referred to Budget Com mittee. Carried by unanimous vote. Councilman VanDeventer said the bumps were installed on "A° Avenue between 22nd and 24th Streets (on an experimental basis) and seem to be working well; now it is time to install them on "A" between I9th and 22nd Streets. Councilman Cooper said there is a traffic signal scheduled for Plaza and Palm and it is badly needed; there are one or two accidents there every week; his understanding is that it will be installed before the opening of the two motels under construction; and he asked that the City Manager report on the approximate time the signal will be installed. Councilman Cooper said there is $50,000 in the CIP Budget for a traffic signal at 8th and Hoover and it is not going to be installed; and asked if the budgeted funds could be used to install a traffic signal at 8th and Highland. Moved by Cooper, seconded by Waters, staff study and see if the $50,000 could be used for 8th and Highland. Carried by unanimous vote. Vice Mayor Waters read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Huff, 1835 Grove, requesting a street Tight and additional police patrol; their truck was stolen and the adjoining residences have been burglarized. ADJOURNMENT Discussion re having a quorum at the regularly scheduled meeting of September 25. It was determined there would not be a quorum. Moved by Waters, seconded by Cooper, the meeting be ajourned to 3:00 p.m., Monday, October 1, 1984. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 5:57 p.m. / City Clerk The foregoing minutes were approved at the regular meeting of October 2, 1984. Corrections No Corre .ions Mayor City of National City, California 9/18/84