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Home My WebLink About1983 08-02 CC MINBook 63 Page i35 /4-o MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA August 2, 1983 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: Camacho, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. Administrative officials present: Benzing, Bolint, Campbell, McCabe, McLean, Acting Plan. Dir. 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 Pastor Juan Acosta, St. Matthews Episcopal Church. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 26, 1983, be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. PROCLAMATIONS Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, the two proclamations be presented by title. Carried by unanimous vote. The Mayor's proposed proclamation, "MUNICIPAL TREASURER'S WEEK," August 7-13, 1983 was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. The Mayor's proposed proclamation, "NATIONAL CLOWN WEEK," August 1-7, 1983 was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. The Mayor presented the Municipal Treasurer's Week proclamation to City Treasurer, Ida Mae Kerr. The Mayor presented the National Clown Week proclamation to a member of the clown's association. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS MISS NATIONAL CITY was present and requested $250 for entering a preliminary to the Miss California Contest. Moved by Waters, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the $250. Carried by unanimous vote. RUSS PENNY, 2131 East First St., was present and inquired about the situation at El Toyon Park, saying as soon as you eased off the situation, it went right back to what it was; and asked what solution Council has come up with. Mayor Morgan said it might take a little longer than Mr. Penny would like, but the police will solve it. Dis- cussion re humps in the roadway, etc. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, the Resolutions be pre- sented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,105, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SIGNATORIES FOR CIVIL DEFENSE MATTERS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 13,206." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, Resolution No. 14,105 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,106, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLAT SHOWING EXTERIOR BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 223 (WATER IMPROVEMENTS - GROVE STREET AT 14TH STREET)." Moved by Dalla, seconded by Van Deventer, Resolution No. 14,106 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,107, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 223 (WATER IMPROVEMENTS - GROVE STREET AT 14TH STREET)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, Resolution No. 14,107 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. 8/2/83 Book 63 Page i6 Resolution No. 14,108, "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 223, DOMESTIC WATER IMPROVEMENTS (Grove Street at 14th Street)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, Resolution No. 14,108 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,109, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING CERTAIN CITY -OWNED -PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND DIRECTING THE SALE THEREOF (NORTHWEST ORNER OF 16TH STREET AND EUCLID AVENUE)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, Resolution No. 14,109 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,110, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING CERTAIN CITY -OWNED PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND DIRECTING THE SALE THEREOF (NORTHWEST CORNER OF PLAZA BOULEVARD AND 12TH STREET)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, Resolution No. 14,110 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,111, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ENCrOACHMENT REMOVAL AGREEMENT FOR RETAINING WALL (2339 East 16th St. - Aranzubia)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, Resolution No. 14,111 be adopted. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Van Deventer, Morgan. Nays: Waters. Resolution No. 14,112, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, ADOPTING FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP FOR CaNYON PARK TOWNHOMES (S-1-79)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, Resolution No. 15112 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No. 14,113, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY JOBS ACT, LSCA TITLE II BY THE NATIONAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR LIBRARY REMODELING." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, Resolution No. 14,113 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. City Attorney McLean reported he had a resolution pertaining to the election which he would circulate among Council. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, the ordinance be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No. 1802 (7/26/84-1), "AN ORDINANCE PURSUANT TO THE LAND USE CODE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING THE FLOODWAY COMBINING ZONE BOUNDARIES ON VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY (CASE FILE NO. ZC-1-83)." Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Camacho, Ordinance No. 1802 (7/36/83-1) be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, the ordinance be presented by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No. 8/2/83-1, "Amending Title 18 (Zoning) of the National City Municipal Code to update Section 18 44.050." NEW BUSINESS The recommendation of Fire Chief R. Kimble for BASIC AND ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT SERVICES for the City was presented. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Waters, it be held over for one week. JACK FORD, represent- ing MEDEVAC, was present and spoke briefly about and gave to the City Clerk copies of a letter dated August 2, 1983, signed by David M. Thoene, President Medevac, (Document No. 69142) which states in part Medevac submitted the lowest cost proposal; Medevac has substantially greater experience in providing emergency paramedic service than their competi- tor; through Paradise Valley Hospital (there would be) local medical control over the quality of emergency care; requesting additional time be given to comparison of the proposals; and attaching a review of the 8/2/83 Book 63 Page ± 7/qz_ evaluator's score sheets. •The City Manager asked the Clerk to read into the record a letter addressed to him from David M. Thoene, Presi- dent, Medevac (Document No. 69143) which stated in part: "...the three person selection committee that evaluated the bids of Hartson Ambulance Service and Medevac, Inc. to provide an emergency transport system to the City of National City contained one member who has a long standing close relationship with one of the bidders, Hartson's Ambulance Service. Additionally, we are concerned that circumstances exist that could possibly be construed as a conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of interest...legal precedent and good government principles demand that any appearance of a conflict of interest be strictly avoided. Therefore, we respectfully request that you appoint a new selection committee, with all new membership, to avoid any possible questions about the selection process." Discussion. TOM MORGAN, General Partner, Hartson, was present and rebutted the letter, saying the major premise of the letter was the connection with Bay General Hospital; their paramedic unit now operating outside the City would be moved to utilize Paradise Valley Hospital. Discussion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The City Engineer's REPORT ON DISTRICT NO 223, WATER IMPROVEMENTS, GROVE STREET AT 14TH STREET (Estimated Construction cost $15,666.00; Estimated Incidental costs $6,157.00; Total Estimated Project $21,823.00; Total City Contribution $2,639.00; Total Estimated Assess- ment $19,184.00) was presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CHANGE ORDER NO. 4, Engineering Specification No. 927, FIRE STATION NO. 3 (Change Order approved by the City Manager was necessitated by a change in the location of the electrical service to the site by San Diego Gas & Electric Co.; funds are available in contingency account for the project; City Engineer recommends ratification of the City Manager's approval) was presented. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, in favor of the recommendation. Questions were raised relative to parking at the site. The City Engineer said there is still addition- al grading work to be done. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The request of the National City Chamber of Commerce to hold a promotional event in recognition of "SHOP NATIONAL CITY WEEK" on Septem- ber 3, 1983, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (...special promotional event to utilize public streets and Heritage Park. Temporary Closing of "A" Avenue between 8th and 12th Streets and 9 th Street between "A" Avenue and National City Boulevard is proposed. Retail shopping booths, Fire and Police Department displays, food and beverages will be included. Request has been reviewed and approved by Building and Safety, Planning, Fire, Finance, Public Works and Police Departments subject to the following conditions: 1. Plot plan shall be provided showing streets to be blocked off, 2. electrical installations for band equipment to be inspected prior to opening. The Chamber of Commerce requests waiver of any fees. Staff recommends approval.) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, in favor of the request. Vice Mayor Dalla inquired if the people who live there will be contacted. GEORGE WEBSTER, NCCOC, was present and said they planned to hand -deliver letters. Motion carried by unanimous vote. RECOMMENDATIONS of the STREET TREE AND PARKWAY COMMITTEE from their meeting of July 21 (Removal of the following trees: 3423 Stockman St. - no replacement required; 2837 L Ave., owner Ronald J. Griffin - $15 pay- ment required; 2834 L Ave., 2 trees - owner Raymond A. Dowley - $30 pay- ment required; 1318 E. 4 St., owner Ronald Haven - $15 payment toward replacement required; all trees are damaging sidewalks & curbs or creating sewer problems with the exception of the one at 1318 E. 4 St. which is overgrown and blocking the view; Staff recommends ratification.) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the reommendation. Mayor Morgan inquired about the tree that was blocking tile view and was advised that it obstructed the view of the hou.e from the street and there have been robberies there. Mayor Morgan N 8/2/83 Book 63 Page 138- Iq.S asked to be kept informed of tree removal requests where there is no damage to sidewalks, etc. Motion carried by unanimous vote. A PETITION for the PAVING of the 2400 and 2500 BLOCKS OF NORFOLK STREET was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, it be referred to staff. Carried by unanimous vote. The application for ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE, Type 20, off -sale beer and wine, of FALO FAATAMALII, 1620 E. 4 St., dba FALO'S, was presented. Moved by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, in favor of the application. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. The City Treasurer/Finance Director's request for ratification of WARRANT REGISTER NO. 4, dated July 26, 1983, in the amount of $190,603.08 (Warrants Nos. 80752 through 80834 -- voided 80752, 80778, 80789, & 80799) and PAYROLL for the period ending July 15, 1983, in the amount of $261,924.75 was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, the bills be paid and waxrants drawn. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters, Morgan. Nays: None. The CLAIM FOR DAMAGES of CHARLES JAMES LA VALLE, arising from an accident on June 22, 1983, and filed with the City Clerk on July 25, 1983, was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, it be denied and referred to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. The CLAIM FOR DAMAGES of CIRILO ARCE RIOS arising from an accident on July 19, 1983, and filed with the City Clerk on July 27, 1983, was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Van Deventer, it be denied and referred to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. OTHER BUSINESS CITY MANAGER No report. CITY ATTORNEY The matter of acquisition of right-of-way for construction of Euclid Avenue to 16th Street (...additional R/W required from the Rogers' property; fee title amounts to 2,313.6 SF of land with an appraised value of $11,008.00; temporary license to perform work consists of a strip of land 3' x 151.59' for consideration of $200; an offer letter was mailed to Mr. Rogers on May 13, 1983; he has not responded to the letter but told the City Engineer and our Real Property Acquisition Agent that he was not in accord with the street design and the nature of the taking. Staff recommends that the City Attorney be directed to proceed with formal condemnation for this property.) was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Van Deventer, we move along with this. Carried by unanimous vote. City Attorney McLean intooduced RON WOODS, attorney, who will be additional backup. MAYOR Mayor Morgan requested the City Manager have the drainage ditch at the golf course cleaned out. Question was raised re pending litigation. City Attorney McLean said a Claim was filed against the City; no suit has been filed; he and the City Manager met with the operator of the golf course and his attorney; they agreed to furnish certain information to the City Manager; to his knowledge, that information has not been delivered; a part of that golf course is used for surface drainage and he had no prob ern with looking at what could bo don r and wit should be done„ CITY. COUNCTL Con,75.1 Cam.2cho introduced his brother Victor from Santa Cruz who is visiting him. 8/2/83 Book 63 Page 1-39IL'f Councilman Waters spoke of the Citizens Action League and their accusations, particularly in a flyer relative to the vacation of a portion of "A" Ave. which claims the City is giving away valuable land and says "STOP CORRUPTION." Mr. Waters said we should have the City Attorney look into the situation and if there are any pay-offs, the D.A. should be notified and if there is nothing, prosecute the C.A.L., this is very serious. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Camacho, seconded by Waters, the meeting be adjourned. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 4:48 p.m. C'ty Clerk of the; ity of National -- City, California The foregoing minutes were approved at the regular meeting of the :ity Council on August 9. 1983. / Corrections : ✓ No corrections /Of Mayor of e f ity of National City, California