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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 05-28 CC MINBook 78/Page 179 05/28/96 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA MAY 28, 1996 The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Mayor Waters. ROLL CALL Council members present: Beauchamp, Inzunza, Morrison, Zarate, Waters. Administrative officials present: Eiser, McCabe, Myers, Peoples, Post. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with the salute to the flag led by City Manager Tom G. McCabe, followed by the invocation by Vice Mayor Zarate. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, the Minutes of the Adjourned Workshop Meeting of May 15, 1990 and the Regular Meeting of May 21, 1996 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYORS PRESENTATIONS (102-14-2) Mayor Waters presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Vladimir Valdez for being named the "Youth of the Year" by the National City Boys & Girls Club. PROCLAMATIONS (102-2-1) Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, the Proclamation be read in its entirety. Carried by unanimous vote. The Proclamation proclaiming June 1, 1966 to be: "NATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT DAY" was read aloud in its entirety by Mayor Waters, who stated he would be presenting it at the celebration, Saturday. Book 78/Page 180 05/28/96 BOARDS & COMMISSIONS INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (101-4-1) Vice Mayor Zarate introduced Mr. Vince Reynolds, 1243 Manchester Street, National City, who explained his interest in serving on the Traffic Safety Committee, and answered questions of the Council. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 1995 (403-10-7) 1. Continued Public Hearing -Conditional Use Permit to allow a Mobile Recycling Facility at 3007 Highland Avenue. Applicant: Environmental Products Corporation. Case File No.: CUP-1995-10. (Planning) ***Continued from Council Meeting of April 23, 1996.*** NOTE: Notice of Public Hearing and Proof of Publication are on file in the office of the City Clerk. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the Public Hearing be continued to July 23, 1996. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Beauchamp, to continue the Public Hearing to July 23, 1996. Carried by unanimous vote. CDC OWNED LAND/SALE (406-4-1) 2. Public Hearing regarding the sale of CDC -owned property at 1603 Euclid Avenue. (Community Development Commission) NOTE: Notice of Public Hearing and Proof of Publication are on file in the office of the Community Development Commission. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the Mayor open the Public Hearing, take testimony from the public, close the Public Hearing, and recommend that the CDC consider the disposition of the property. Book 78/Page 181 05/28/96 PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Mayor Waters declared the Public Hearing closed. Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza in favor of the sale of the CDC owned property at 1603 Euclid Avenue. Carried by unanimous vote. CDC OWNED LAND/SALE (406-4-1) 3. Public Hearing regarding the sale of a residential unit on Brick Row, at 906 "A" Avenue. (Community Development Commission) NOTE: Notice of Public Hearing and Proof of Publication are on file in the office of the Community Development Commission. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended the authorization of sale. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Mayor Waters declared the Public Hearing closed. Motion by Inzuzna, seconded by Beauchamp, in favor of Staffs recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Waters requested Agenda Item No. 12 be heard at this time. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TEMPORARY USE PERMITS 1996 (203-1-12) 12. SUBJECT: Memo from the Lion's Club regarding the fourth of July carnival and the participation of television and radio stations. TESTIMONY: Rudy Zamora representing the Lion's Club and Bill Jacobs of Christiansen Amusements stated that they were working with XEWT TV Channel 12 and La Poderosa XEMO 860 am radio and responded to questions of the Council. Clayborn Swanson, 1921 "F" Avenue #3, National City, spoke in opposition. Aileane Roberts, 845 E. 13th Street, National City, requested the inclusion of "Early American and Patriotic" music in the event. Book 78/Page 182 05/28/96 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (continued) Clayborn Swanson, 1921 "F" Avenue #3, National City, again expressed his views in opposition. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Zarate, in favor allowing the Lions Club to hold their talent show and entertainment during the Fourth of July Carnival hours of Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Carried by unanimous vote. NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS Motion by Morrison, seconded by Zarate, the Non Consent Resolutions be read by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCIL POLICY ADMIN (102-13-1) 4. Resolution No. 96-68. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO POLICY NUMBER 903 OF THE CITY COUNCIL POLICY MANUAL." (Engineering) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council adopt the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, 11 favor of Resolution No. 96-68. Carried by unanimous vote. SUBDIVISION (415-28-1) 5. Resolution No. 96-69. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, FOR A PROPOSED LOT SPLIT AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 24TH STREET AND HOOVER AVENUE. (Case File No. LS-95-1) ." RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the Council adopt the Resolution. Book 78/Page 183 05/28/96 NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (continued) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, to hold this item over for 90 days for further review. Carried by unanimous vote. CDC OWNED LAND/SALE (406-4-1) 6. Resolution No. 96-70. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY TO SELL ITS 60% INTEREST IN A RESIDENTIAL UNIT LOCATED AT 906 "A" AVENUE." (Community Development Commission) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the Council approve the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Resolution No. 96-70. Carried by unanimous vote. CDC OWNED LAND/SALE (406-4-1) 7. Resolution No. 96-71. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY TO SELL A CDC -OWNED VACANT LOT LOCATED AT 1603 EUCLID AVENUE. (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF EUCLID AVENUE AND 16TH STREET)." (Community Development Commission) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the City Council approve the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Staff's recommendation to approve Resolution No. 96-71. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 78/Page 184 05/28/96 CONTRACT (C-90-26) 8. Resolution No. 96-72. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR CHANGE IN TRASH SERVICE RATES." (Public Works) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolution setting the Public Hearing. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Resolution No. 96-72 to set a Public Hearing for June 11, 1996. Carried by unanimous vote. STREET DIVISION WIDENING (903-16-2) 9. Resolution No. 96-73. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING A DEVIATION FROM THE CITY'S STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC RIGHT -OF WAY AND IMPROVEMENTS ON DIVISION STREET FROM DREXEL AVENUE TO THE EASTERN CITY LIMITS." (Engineering) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution authorizing the City Engineer to deviate from the City's standards for public right-of-way and public improvements, Ordinance 92-2033 (dated June 16, 1992), for the widening of Division Street from Drexel to the easterly City limits. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Beauchamp, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Resolution No. 96-73. Carried by unanimous vote. CONTRACT (C-96-16) 10. Resolution No. 96-74. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN "AUTHORIZATION TO ORDER AND CHANNEL TERMINATIONS AND T-1 CIRCUITS UNDER STATE MASTER AGREEMENT" WITH PACIFIC BELL." (Public Works) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign the contract. Book 78/Page 185 05/28/96 NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (continued) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Resolution No. 96-74. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION Motion by Morrison, seconded by Zarate, the Ordinance be adopted by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. MUNICIPAL CODE 1996 (506-2-11) 11. Ordinance No. 96-2107. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, REPEALING SECTION 25 OF ORDINANCE NO. 91-2018, AND ORDINANCE NOS. 1952, 1935, 1803, AND 1663, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.24 OF THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES MODEL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE AND, AS AMENDED HEREWITH, REGULATING CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT IN FLOOD HAZARD AREAS." (Planning) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council approve and adopt the Ordinance. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Ordinance No. 96-2107. Carried by unanimous vote. Agenda Item No. 12 was heard previously, after Agenda Item No. 3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TEMPORARY USE PERMITS 1996 (203-1-12) 12. SUBJECT: Memo from the Lion's Club regarding the fourth of July carnival and the participation of television and radio stations. Book 78/Page 186 05/28/96 NEW BUSINESS WARRANT REGISTERS 1995 (202-1-10) 13. SUBJECT: Warrant Register #47. Ratification of Demands in the amount of $157,816.26 (Warrant Nos. 138889 through 138974 inclusive excepting none). (Finance) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended ratification of these warrants. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Morrison, in favor of the Ratification of Demands. Warrants carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Beauchamp, Inzunza, Morrison, Zarate, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: None. Absent: None. NATIONAL CITY COMMERCIAL CENTER (1101-5-1) 14. SUBJECT: Use of the Community Building by Hermandad Mexicana Nacional - San Diego on June 29, 1996, and waiver fees. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended insurance be required and Council decision on waiver. TESTIMONY: Issa Guerrero, representing Hermandad Mexicana Nacional - San Diego, 148 E. 30th Street, Suite. D, National City, responded to questions of the Council. Clayborn Swanson, 1921 "F" Avenue, National City, spoke in opposition. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Waters, in favor of the use with denial of the request for waiver of fees. General discussion ensued. ACTION: Amended motion by Morrison, seconded by Waters, in favor of the use with waiver of fees except for custodial, kitchen and liability insurance. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 78/Page 187 05/28/96 VARIANCES 1996 (409-1-21) 15. SUBJECT: Notice of Decision - Planning Commission Resolution No. 12-96 approving a zone variance for a 133 square foot wall sign in lieu of the 25 square foot maximum allowed for signs facing other than a street at 1518 Sweetwater Road. Applicant: Wesley Fieldhouse for Staples. Case File no.: Z-1996-3. (Planning). RECOMMENDATION: Staff concurs with the Planning Commission's decision to approve the zone variance. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Staff's recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER City Manager McCabe stated he had met with Vice Mayor Zarate and determined that the date for the Finance Committee Meeting would be Wednesday, June 12, 1996 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CITY ATTORNEY - No report. OTHER STAFF - No report. MAYOR - No report. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Inzunza clarified that the Marine Military Review will be at Sweetwater Union High School . on June 10, 1996 at 1:30 p.m. and the 75th Year Anniversary for Sweetwater Union High School. and Graduation of the Class of 1996 will be on June 13, 1996 at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Waters noted that the Councilmembers were having a plaque made congratulating Sweetwater Union High School. on their 75th Anniversary which will have their names engraved thereon and their accounts will each be charged an equal amount of the total. Book 78/Page 188 05/28/96 CITY COUNCIL (continued) Vice Mayor Zarate requested the Public Works Director fix the street sign for Euclid and Alpha as it has been turned opposite of what it should be. Councilman Beauchamp provided an update on the cost and timing issues of the MTDB Trolley and stated that the Board had made their final decision on the final alignment of the Mission Valley East Line. Councilman Morrison informed staff that the Euclid Avenue and Plaza Boulevard recycling facility was in violation of their conditions of approval. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Clayborn Swanson, 1921 "F" Avenue, #3, National City, expressed his opinion on the 4th of July music, subdivisions and the silver bag trash program. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, to a•journ to the City Council Retreat on Strategic Planning of Objectives and Goals in the Governance and Administration of the City - May 29, 1996 - 9:00 a.m. - Senior Services Center - 1217 "D" Avenue, the next Regular Council Meeting - June 4, 1996 - 6:00 P.M. - Council Chambers, Civic Center. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 78/Page 189 05/28/96 ADJOURNMENT (continued) The meeting closed at 7:45 p.m. The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of June 4, 1996. _.:,fz_g__. MAYOR CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ALL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED. 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