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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 05-22 CC MINBook 72/Page 76 05/22/90 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA MAY 22, 1990 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Waters. ROLL CALL Council members present: Dalla, Inzunza, Pruitt, Van Deventer, Waters. Administrative officials present: Bolint, Eiser, McCabe, Myers, Peoples, Ray. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager Tom G. McCabe, followed by the invocation by Councilman Dalla. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, the minutes of the regular meeting of May 15, 1990 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR'S PRESENTATIONS Mayor Waters presented a Certificate of Appreciation from the National City Chamber of Commerce to Margaret Puhn for taking the initiative to keep our City streets and neighborhoods clean from debris. Police Chief Knee introduced Chris Hamilton, Gil St'Amand and Audrey Smock from the Fraternal Order of Eagles, who presented a check for $1,000 to Mayor Waters to benefit the "D.A.R.E." drug education program. PROCLAMATIONS Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by lnzunza, it be accepted by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. The Proclamation proclaiming the week of May 30, 1990 to be: "AMATEUR RADIO OPERATORS WEEK" was read aloud in full by Mayor Waters who then presented it to Watt Poplar. PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 1. SUBJECT: Continued Public Hearing - Planned Development Permit for construction of an automotive -oriented commercial center with a car wash and alteration of an existing watercourse at the southeast comer of Plaza Boulevard and Euclid Avenue. (Applicant: Joseph Wong) (Case File No. PD-8-89) ** Continued from Council Meeting of 5/8/90 ** RECOMMENDATION: Staff concurs with the decision of the Planning Commission and recommends that the project be approved with the additional 5 conditions. TESTIMONY: Joseph Wong (applicant), 2349 4th Avenue, San Diego, presented a revised rendering of the project and spoke in favor of same. Jack Arresto, 1904 E. 16th Street, National City, inquired as to the conditions of the project. Russell Pinney, 2131 E. 1st Street, National City, inquired as to the water usage and was informed that it was recycled. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, for approval with conditions of Staff approval on the entrance and parking. Carried by unanimous vote. CIVIC CENTER PROPOSED 2. SUBJECT: Public Hearing to consider payment by the Community Development Commission of the City of National City of all or part of the cost of construction of a new Civic Center Administration Building, and of the cost of converting the existing City Hall to a Police Facility. RECOMMENDATION: Consider information presented at the Public Hearing and provide staff with policy direction. TESTIMONY: Bill Huck and Tom Lockard of Stone & Youngberg made a viewgraph presentation on funding for the proposed Civic Center/Police Facility. (Copy on file in the office of the City Clerk). Bill Madison, Attorney with Jones, Hall, Hill and White, answered questions from the Council. Book 72/Page 77 05/22/90 Vice Mayor Van Deventer left the Council Chambers at 8:06 p.m. Vice Mayor Van Deventer returned to the Council Chambers at 8:08 p.m. TESTIMONY (cont.): Kile Morgan, 1223 "J" Avenue, National City, spoke in opposition to the proposed new Civic Center. Martin Martinez, 1002 Delta, National City, spoke in opposition. Vince Hernandez, resident of National City, spoke in opposition. Neil King, 826 Olive, National City, spoke in opposition. Elias Rodriguez, 1440 "I" Avenue, representing the New Opportunity Voters Association, spoke in opposition. Thomas Mitchell, 3517 Stockman, National City, spoke in opposition. Councilman Dalla left the Council Chambers at 8:35 p.m. Councilman Dalla returned to the Council Chambers at 8:37 p.m. TESTIMONY (cont.): Steve Gonzalez, 535 'T' Avenue, National City, spoke in opposition. Paul Rinks, 331 E. 29th Street, National City, spoke in opposition. Walt Poplar, 908 E. 15th Street, National City, spoke in opposition. Nora McMain, 2120 Palm Avenue, National City, spoke in opposition. Ron Morrison, 1233 Harbison, National City, spoke in opposition. George Blackmar, Attorney from Gans & Blackmar, representing "We're Your Neighbors," presented a letter to the Mayor and Council. (Copy on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Councilman Dalla left the Council Chambers at 8:59 p.m. Councilman Dalla returned to the Council Chambers at 9:03 p.m. TESTIMONY (cont.): Warren Nielsen, 3885 Birch, San Diego, (business), 1877 Cabemey Drive, Chula Vista, (residence) presented the Mayor and City Council with a handout. (Copy on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Mayor Waters declared the Public Hearing closed. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Pruitt, this whole matter of a new Civic Center Administration Building and of converting the existing City Hal( to a Police Facility be put on the ballot in November so that all the people in National City may decide. Motion by Pruitt, to amend this motion to - this entire City Council to draft how it will be put on the ballot. Maker agreed to amendment. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Inzunza, Pruitt. Nays: Dalla, Van Deventer, Waters. TESTIMONY (cont.): Jenny Estoval, spoke regarding the problems on the Westside. Thomas Mitchell, 3517 Stockman, National City, spoke regarding the police facility. Item Nos. 11, 12, and 13 were moved forward at this time. ACTION: Motion by Dalla, seconded by Van Deventer, that Items 11. 12 and 13 be read by title only. No vote taken. CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 11. Resolution No. 16,249. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY CONSENTING TO FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY IN CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW CIVIC CENTER ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AND THE RECONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING OF THE EXISTING CIVIC CENTER BUILDING FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 12. Resolution No. 16,250. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF CERTAIN LEASE FINANCING DOCUMENTS, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CERTAIN ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. Book 72/Page 78 05/22/90 CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 13. Resolution No. 16,251. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING THE ISSUANCE BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, NATIONAL CITY DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1990 TAX ALLOCATION REFUNDING BONDS." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. ACTION: Motion by Dalla, seconded by Van Deventer, to proceed as suggested by the Financial Consultant. No vote taken. Motion by Waters, seconded by Pruitt, do not proceed with the Civic Center at this time. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Inzunza, Pruitt, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: Dalla. Mayor Waters called a recess at 9:43 p.m. Council reconvened at 9:58 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Dalla, Inzunza, Pruitt, Van Deventer, Waters. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (Resolution Nos. 16,241 thru 16,246). Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, in favor. Carried by unanimous vote. FIRE DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION 3. Resolution No. 16,241. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ESTABLISHING FIRE DEPARTMENT EMT-"D" REVOLVING FUND." Adopted. See above. DEEDS & EASEMENTS 4. Resolution No. 16,242. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT A DRAINAGE EASEMENT FROM THE SOUTH BAY IRRIGATION DISTRICT." (A.P.N. 564-062-52). Adopted. See above. ABATEMENT WEED 5. Resolution No. 16,243. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 1989 WEED ABATEMENT REPORT AND ACCOUNT." Adopted. See above. VARIANCE 1990 6. Resolution No. 16,244. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR A NEW 55 FOOT DRIVEWAY, AND DENYING A VARIANCE FOR AN 86 FOOT EXTENSION OF AN EXISTING 64 FOOT DRIVEWAY, AT 1010 WEST 19TH STREET." Adopted. See above. SUBDIVISIONS 7. Resolution No. 16,245. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE VILLA PARAISO CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION." (Pizzaro Family Trust). Adopted. See above. POLITICAL SUPPORT 8. Resolution No. 16,246. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY SUPPORTING THE STAGING OF THE AMERICA'S CUP IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, AND ENCOURAGING THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT TO FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE AMERICA'S CUP ORGANIZING COMMITTEE." Adopted. See above. NON -CONSENT RESOLUTIONS Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, they 12g accepted by title ony. Carried by unanimous vote. POLITICAL SUPPORT 9. Resolution No. 16,247. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY SUPPORTING CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL PROGRAM REGARDING DENIAL OF NELCO OIL REFINING CORPORATION HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY REPORT." RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approving the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Resolution No. 16.247. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 72/Page 79 05/22/90 POLITICAL SUPPORT 10. Resolution No. 16,248. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY SUPPORTING PROPOSITIONS 108 AND 111 WHICH WILL APPEAR ON THE JUNE 5, 1990 BALLOT." RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approving the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Resolution No. 16.248. Carried by unanimous vote. Item Nos. 11, 12, and 13 were heard earlier with Item No. 2. CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 11. Resolution No. 16,249. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY CONSENTING TO FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY IN CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW CIVIC CENTER ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AND THE RECONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING OF THE EXISTING CIVIC CENTER BUILDING FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 12. Resolution No. 16,250. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF CERTAIN LEASE FINANCING DOCUMENTS, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CERTAIN ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. CIVIC CENTER/PROPOSED 13. Resolution No. 16,251. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING THE ISSUANCE BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, NATIONAL CITY DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1990 TAX ALLOCATION REFUNDING BONDS." RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Dalla, be introduced by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. PARKING ADMINISTRATION 1990 14. "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11.32.400 OF THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING PARKING VIOLATION PENALTIES AND FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR APPEARANCE TO ANSWER THE NOTICE OF PARKING VIOLATION." NEW BUSINESS WARRANT REGISTERS 1990 15. SUBJECT: Warrant Register No. 46. Ratification of Demands in the amount of $266,296.02 (Warrant Nos. 110676 through 110785 inclusive, excepting none) and Certification of Payroll in the amount of $394,827.99. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the warrants be ratified and the payroll certified. NOTE: Vice Mayor Van Deventer stated he would be abstaining on Warrant Nos. 110379 as he owns the building and 110768 as he previously owned the business. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, in favor. Warrants (except Nos. 110379 and 110768) carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Dalla, Inzunza, Pruitt, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: None. Warrant Nos. 110379 and 110768 carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Dalla, Inzunza, Pruitt, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Van Deventer. CLAIMS 16. SUBJECT: Claim for damages: Lenard Garcia. RECOMMENDATION: Deny and refer to the City Attorney. ACTION: Motion by Pruitt, seconded by Inzunza, to deny and refer to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS BUDGET 17. SUBJECT: Request for donation from Lucy Torres of the South Bay Select Soccer Team to help with expenses associated with a team trip. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of $250 request. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Inzunza, Pruitt, Van Deventer, Waters. Nays: Dalla. Book 72/Page 80 05/22/90 OTHER BUSINESS FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 18. SUBJECT: Consolidated Cash & Investment reports as of April 30, 1990. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that these reports be accepted and filed. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, be filed. No objection as filed. TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 19. SUBJECT: Temporary Use Permit - Four Square Productions, Inc. request a TUP to use the Police Department parking area on May 25-26, 1990 to shoot a scene for their movie, "Killer Tomatoes Strike Back." RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval subject to the conditions set forth by the Risk Manager and Fire Department, to -wit: Provide one million dollars general liability insurance with the City, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers named as additional insured and execute a hold harmless agreement; Fire Department will have access for any emergencies. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, in favor with all requirements of Staff. Carried by unanimous vote. TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 20. SUBJECT: Temporary Use Permit - La Mesa R.V. Center request a TUP to hold their "Display and Sale of Motorhomes" on June 6-10, 1990 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Plaza Bonita Shopping Center. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval subject to the conditions set forth by the City Attorney: Requires hold harmless, insurance with City and Parking Authority as additional insured and with amounts of coverage approved by Risk Manager. Risk Manager: Provide one million dollars general liability insurance coverage. Fire Department: RV's and equipment shall not block Fire Department access or hydrants, sprinkler control valves. Finance: As with previous sales, any Sales Tax collected as a result of this sale is allocated to National City when filing the quarterly return with the State Board of Equalization. A copy of this notice to be submitted to the Finance Department. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, jn favor with all conditions of Staff. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER - No report. CITY ATTORNEY - No report. OTHER STAFF - No report. MAYOR - No report. CITY COUNCIL - Councilman Inzunza stated he will provide a written report to the City Council on the Clean Water Advisory Group. BUDGET FY90-91 21. SUBJECT: Discussion of Finance Committee Budget Review Schedule. Vice Mayor Van Deventer stated that on June 15th at 9:00 a.m. a review will be set. Vice Mayor Van Deventer noted he was not in the formal City Council discussion relating to the Civic Center for numerous reasons and directed Staff to bring back the Police Station issue relating to building only a Police Station issue across the street, between 12th and Civic Center and National and Roosevelt preferably around June 12th. ACTION: Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Pruitt, for discussion at the June 12th City Council meeting on the Police Station issue only. Carried by unanimous vote. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Paul Long, 2126 Euclid Avenue, National City, spoke regarding the concerns of fast drivers on the new Euclid Avenue extension. Everett Dickson, 2745 E. 14th, National City, spoke regarding how courteous the National City Police Officers are and inquired as to whether citizens will be selected for input for the Police Facility. If so, he would like to be considered as he was on the original committee. Book 72/Page 81 05/22/90 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Van Deventer, seconded by Inzunza, the meeting be adjourned to 4:00 P.M. June 5. 1990 - Council Chambers. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 10:23 p.m. l l l .gin A CITY CLERK The foregoing minutes were approved at the regular meeting of June 5, 1990. M4d4 AYOR CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CA ALL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED. 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