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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 08-06 CC MINBook 78/Page 282 08/06/96 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA AUGUST 6, 1996 The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 3:02 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 Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 23, 1996 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR'S PRESENTATIONS Mayor Waters presented a Certificate of Recognition to Recreation Supervisor Irma Acedo for her hard work on a dance for the handicapped that was sponsored by the Parks & Recreation Department. National City Police Lt. Michael Iglesias gave a brief description of what the Police Explorer program does and introduced the presenters and recipients of two scholarships. Georgia Guarano presented a $500 scholarship to Explorer Alex Luna; Rita Heuss and Aileen Roberts of "We're Your Neighbors" presented a $500 scholarship to Explorer Debra Langton. Both Explorers have been accepted into the Police Academy. Rita Heuss and Aileen Roberts presented a $650 check to the City Council and Staff for the awning for the Police bus, and Cecilia Kirk, representing the "Committee to Reclaim our Neighborhoods" also presented a check for the Police Bus. Book 78/Page 283 08/06/96 BOARDS & COMMISSIONS INTERVIEWS/APPOINTMENTS SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD Mayor Waters turned the meeting over to Vice Mayor Zarate, who stated that the Mayor had recommended that Mr. James Boyer and Ms. Louise Barchus be re -appointed to the Senior Citizens Advisory Board for terms ending August 31, 1998. Ms. Barchus' appointment will require a 3/4ths vote from the City Council. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, in favor of the re -appointment of Mr. James Boyer. Carried by unanimous vote. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Morrison, in favor of the re -appointment of Ms. Louise Barchus. Carried by unanimous vote. City Clerk Peoples administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Boyer. Ms. Barchus was not present. Vice Mayor Zarate turned the meeting back over to Mayor Waters. Mayor Waters recognized Frank Chennelle, National City Representative on the San Diego County Water Authority, 3025 Plaza Boulevard, National City. PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE (106-3-2) 1. Public Hearing - Revision of the Schedule of User Fees Charged by Various Departments of the City. (Building and Safety) NOTE: Notice of Public Hearing and Proof of Publication are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Book 78/Page 284 08/06/96 CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE (continued) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the City Council conduct the Public Hearing and, if so desired, adopt the resolution establishing the City of National City User Fee Schedule - Fiscal Year 96-97. TESTIMONY: None. Mayor Waters declared the Public Hearing closed. TESTIMONY: Louise Martin, 1527 E. 15th Street, National City, spoke in opposition to signs. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, the $100. Code Conformance appeal fee to be returned upon granting of an appeal. Carried by unanimous vote Motion by Beauchamp, seconded by Inzunza, that the permits for garage sales include an 8-1/2 by 11 inch sign on fluorescent bond paper. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Beauchamp, Inzunza, Morrison, Zarate. Nays: Waters. NOTE: Mayor Waters stated that he supported the fee, but not the sign. Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Zarate, under Police Department, Public School Special Events, the fee for District Sponsored Events will be $32.50/Hour and for Student Sponsored Events will be $26.00/Hour Carried by unanimous vote. Item No. 14 was heard at this time. CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE (106-3-2) 14. Resolution No. 96-131. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADOPTING THE "CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE" FOR USER FEES WITHIN THE CITY." (Building & Safety) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council adopt the Resolution. Book 78/Page 285 08/06/96 CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE (106-3-2) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Zarate, Resolution # 96-131 be heard by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Motion by Zarate, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Resolution # 96-131. Carried by unanimous vote. CDC/LANDSCAPE DISTRICT NO. 1 (MILE OF CARS) (406-2-8) 2. Public Hearing - Levy of Assessments for Costs of Maintenance - Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (LMD) - "Mile of Cars." (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 Council conduct the Public Hearing per ORDER OF PROCEDURE. The Public Hearing was conducted per Order of Procedure (copy on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Staff responded to questions of the City Council. Vice Mayor Zarate made inquiry regarding the "Duck Pond" property. Mayor Waters declared the Public Hearing closed. Item No. 15 was heard at this time. CDC/LANDSCAPE DISTRICT NO. 1 (MILE OF CARS) (406-2-8) 15. Resolution No. 96-132. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT IN A SPECIAL MAINTENANCE DISTRICT." (Community Development Commission) Book 78/Page 286 08/06/96 CDC/LANDSCAPE DISTRICT NO. 1 (MILE OF CARS) (continued) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council adopt the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Beauchamp, seconded by Inzunza, Resolution # 96-132 be read by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Resolution # 96-132. Carried by unanimous vote. CONSENT CALENDAR ADOPTION OF CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (Resolution Nos. 96-120 through 96-129) Motion by Inzunza seconded by Morrison, the Consent Resolutions _ xcept Item Nos. 6 and 12, Resolution Nos. 96-123 and 96- 129) be adopted by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. PARKING ADMIN 1996 (801-2-16) 3. Resolution No. 96-120. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF ONE ON -STREET DISABLE PERSON'S PARKING SPACE AT 133 EAST SECOND STREET, NATIONAL CITY." (Engineering) ACTION: Adopted. See above. CONTRACT (C96-26) 4. Resolution No. 96-121. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR BANK OF AMERICA BAMTRAC SERVICE." (Finance) ACTION: Adopted. See above. Book 78/Page 287 08/06/96 ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT ADMIN (903-14-1) 5. Resolution No. 96-122. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE RECORDATION OF AN ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT WITH LOUIS ATTIQ AND SECOR INTERNATIONAL INC. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TWO MONITORING WELLS ON NATIONAL CITY BOULEVARD." (Engineering) ACTION: Adopted. See above. ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT ADMIN (903-14-1) 6. Resolution No. 96-123. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE RECORDATION OF AN ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT WITH SWEETWATER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SCHOOL BUILDING WITHIN THE EXISTING SEWER EASEMENT (VACATED PORTION OF 23RD STREET OFF WILSON AVENUE)." (Engineering) TESTIMONY: Sewer Maintenance Supervisor Joe Smith, 1445 Sheryl Lane, National City, responded to questions from the City Council. ACTION: Motion by Waters, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of Resolution No. 96-123. Carried by unanimous vote. COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND 1996 (903-8-8) 7. Resolution No. 96-124. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CONVENANTS RUNNING WITH THE LAND IN CONNECTION WITH THE UNDERGROUNDING OF OVERHEAD UTILITY LINES." (Engineering) ACTION: Adopted. See above. Book 78/Page 288 08/06/96 CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 1995 (403-10-7) 8. Resolution No. 96-125. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A MOBILE RECYCLING FACILITY AT 3007 HIGHLAND AVENUE. (APPLICANT: ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS CORPORATION) (CASE FILE NO. CUP-1995-10." (Engineering) ACTION: Adopted. See above. CONTRACT (C96-31) 9. Resolution No. 96-126. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ACCEPTING THE BID FROM 3T EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASING AGENT TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE SEWER FLUSHER." (Purchasing) ACTION: Adopted. See above. GRANT/LAW ENFORCEMENT (302-1-2) 10. Resolution No. 96-127. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF POLICE TO SUBMIT A SUPPRESSION OF DRUG ABUSE IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM PROPOSAL TO THE OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE PLANNING AND TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ALL RELATED OPERATIONAL AGREEMENTS AND GRANT DOCUMENTS." (Police) ACTION: Adopted. See above. Book 78/Page 289 08/06/96 GRANT/LAW ENFORCEMENT (302-1-2) 11. Resolution No. 96-128. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF POLICE TO EXECUTE A GRANT AWARD AGREEMENT FOR THE THIRD YEAR OF THE SERIOUS VIOLENT JUVENILE OFFENDER PROJECT, AND TO EXECUTE ALL RELATED OPERATIONAL AGREEMENTS AND GRANT DOCUMENTS." (Police) ACTION: Adopted. See above. GRANT/LAW ENFORCEMENT (302-1-2) 12. Resolution No. 96-129. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT A LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, AND TO EXECUTE A GRANT AWARD AGREEMENT AND ALL GRANT - RELATED DOCUMENTS." (Police) ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Beauchamp, in favor of Resolution No. 96-129. 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. FINANCE-INVESTMENTS/POLICY (204-2-1) 13. Resolution No. 96-130. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY INVESTMENT POLICY." (Finance) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council adopt the Resolution approving the updated policy for inclusion on the Policy manual and amend the investment policy adopted by Council on October 23, 1990. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Morrison, in favor of Resolution # 96-130. Carried by unanimous vote. Book 78/Page 290 08/06/96 Item No. 14 was heard earlier, after Item # 1. CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE (106-3-2) 14. Resolution No. 96-131. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADOPTING THE "CITY OF NATIONAL CITY FEE SCHEDULE" FOR USER FEES WITHIN THE CITY." (Building & Safety) Item No. 15 was heard earlier, after Item #2. CDC/LANDSCAPE DISTRICT NO. 1 (MILE OF CARS) (406-2-8) 15. Resolution No. 96-132. A "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT IN A SPECIAL MAINTENANCE DISTRICT." (Community Development Commission) ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, the Ordinance be adopted by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. MUNICIPAL CODE 1996 (506-2-11) SEWER CAPACITY/FEES ADMIN (906-1-4) 16. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY REVISING THE METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING SEWER SERVICE FEES, AND ESTABLISHING NEW FEES." (Public Works) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council adopt the Ordinance. TESTIMONY: Lee G. Harvey, 700 E. 22nd Street, National City, spoke in opposition to the charge for landscape irrigation and the cost to install separate waters meters. Everett Dickson, 2745 E. 19th Street, National City, spoke in opposition to being charged for landscape irrigation. Book 78/Page 291 08/06/96 MUNICIPAL CODE 1996 (continued) SEWER CAPACITY/FEES ADMEN TESTIMONY: Alfonso Hernandez, 2132 Euclid Avenue, National City, made inquiry regarding fees. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Zarate, to hold over for 60 days to allow for further review. Carried by unanimous vote. TESTIMONY: National City Sewer Maintenance Supervisor, responded to questions from the City Council. NEW BUSINESS WARRANT REGISTERS 1996 (202-1-11) 17. SUBJECT: Warrant Register #4. Ratification of Demands in the amount of $309,693.59 (Warrant Nos. 139735 through 139819 inclusive excepting none) and Certification of Payroll in the amount of $494,148.82. (Finance) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended ratification of these warrants. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Morrison, in favor of the Ratification of Demands and Certification of Payroll. Warrants carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Beauchamp, Inzunza, Morrison, Zarate, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: None. Absent: None. WARRANT REGISTERS 1996 (202-1-11) 18. SUBJECT: Warrant Register #5. Ratification of Demands in the amount of $238,314.81 (Warrant Nos. 139821 through 139900 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. Book 78/Page 292 08/06/96 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 1996 (204-1-1) 19. SUBJECT: Consolidated Cash and Investment Report as of June 30, 1996. (Finance) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that the report be accepted and filed. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, to accept and file the report, No objection as filed. SANDAG/SD&AE RAILWAY (105-3-8) 20. SUBJECT: SANDAG Report on the Proposed South Bay Excursion Train. (Planning) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council approve the attached letter for transmittal to SANDAG and authorize its signature by the Mayor. TESTIMONY: National City Port Commissioner Jess Van Deventer, 1706 Prospect Street, National City, responded to questions from the City Council regarding the Santa Fe negotiations. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Beauchamp, Option #1 (attached to the Agenda statement) is the only option at this time. Carried by unanimous vote. PERSONNEL ADMIN (604-6-1) 21. SUBJECT: Request for Council authorization to provide employment referral assistance to National City business community. (Personnel) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council approve the request. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, in favor of staff's recommendation Carried by unanimous vote. Councilman Inzunza left the Council Chambers at 5:11 p.m. Book 78/Page 293 08/06/96 STREET TREE & PARKWAY COMM ORG ADMIN (101-2-2) 22. SUBJECT: Report on Street Tree Maintenance Program. (Parks & Recreation) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council approve the program. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Beauchamp, in favor of the Program. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Inzunza. Councilman Inzunza returned to the Council Chambers at 5:14 p.m. STREET TREE & PARKWAY COMM ORG ADMIN (101-2-2) 23. SUBJECT: Street Tree committee Minutes. (Parks & Recreation) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council approve the minutes. TESTIMONY: Robert Kope, Diamond Motor Cars, 1112 National City Boulevard, National City, requested that trees be trimmed properly if they cannot be removed, and responded to questions from the City Council. Parks Superintendent Gordon Drake, Parks & Recreation Department, responded to questions from the City Council and the comments of Mr. Kope. Alfonso Hernandez, 2132 Euclid Avenue, National City, made inquiry on what the Street Tree Committee is tasked to do. ACTION: Motion by Inzunza, seconded by Zarate, in favor with trim and sidewalk repair at Diamond Motors. Carried by unanimous decision. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS 1996 (203-1-12) 24. SUBJECT: Temporary Use Permits Processing Fee Waivers. (Building & Safety) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council amend City Council Policy No. 704 by adding the above T.U.P. Processing Fee Waiver language. Book 78/Page 294 08/06/96 TEMPORARY USE PERMITS 1996 (continued) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, fQ continue this item for 30 days for additional review. Carried by unanimous vote. BUILDING PERMIT ADMIN (405-2-1) 25. SUBJECT: Request for additional Building Permit extension and waiver of Permit Renewal Fee (Alex McLintock). (Building & Safety) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council provide direction to staff. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, that the permit be renewed and renewal fees paid; that the project be completed and final Inspection approval obtained within 90 days of the date of permit renewal; that the renewal fee will be refunded if Final Inspection approval is obtained within 90 days of the date of permit renewal; that staff is directed to commence pubic nuisance abatement proceedings against the property owner to cause the removal or demolition of the moved -on structures if Final Inspection approval is not obtained within 90 days of the date of permit renewal. Carried by unanimous vote. BD OF PART COMM/SO BAY OCEAN OUTFALL PROJ (701-6-1) 26. SUBJECT: A request by Fletcher General construction to modify the working hours for the hauling and loading of rock material for the construction of the South Bay Ocean Outfall Project. (Port District and City of San Diego). (Engineering) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council provide direction to staff. TESTIMONY: Tim Chambers, Project Manager, representing Fletcher General Construction, responded to questions from the City Council. Book 78/Page 295 08/06/96 BD OF PART COMM/SO BAY OCEAN OUTFALL PROJ (continued) ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, to oppose the request for modified working hours. Carried by unanimous vote. CLAIM (501-1-123) 27. SUBJECT: Claim for Damages: Larry D. Lee. (City Clerk) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommended that Council deny the claim and refer to the City Attorney. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Inzunza, to deny the claim and refer to the City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETINGS NOTICES ADMIN (102-5-1) 28. SUBJECT: City Council Joint Meeting with the School Boards of Sweetwater Union High School District and the National School District. (City Manager) TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Consensus of the Council was to Joint Meeting with the School Boards on Wednesday, September 18, 1996 at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room, Civic Center, National City. CITY ATTORNEY - No report. OTHER STAFF - No report. MAYOR Mayor Waters scheduled a Newspaper Workshop on Tuesday, September 10, 1996 at 4:00 p.m., Large Conference Room, Civic Center, National City. Book 78/Page 296 08/06/96 CITY COUNCIL Vice Mayor Zarate stated that she was disappointed in decorum of the last Council meeting and the public attack on individual Council members. Councilman Beauchamp spoke regarding the San Diego County Water Authority and their negotiations with the Imperial Irrigation Water District to reach agreement; expressed concerns with the City Newsletter being pulled by several Council members and making unilateral decisions. Frank Chenelle, National City representative on the San Diego County Water Authority, 3025 Plaza Boulevard * * * * * * * * * * * *???? PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Alfonso Hernandez, 2132 Euclid Avenue, National City, declined to speak. Rosemary Peyron, 207 S. Belmont, National City, mentioned tonight was "Lights On" for safety from dusk to midnight. Louise Martin, 1527 E. 15th Street, National City, expressed her opinion on the poor turnout at the Chamber Orchestra which conflicted with the closing Olympic Games ceremony; suggested the joint meeting with the School District be held in the Council Chambers. Everett Dickson, 2745 E. 14th Street, National City, spoke regarding non - operative vehicles on City Streets and big trucks parking in the residential neighborhoods. Ivan Bodge, 2210 E. 22nd Street, National City, spoke regarding two signs he had placed pertaining to monitoring of the neighborhood which were on private property and were removed by the Public Works Department; requested they be reinstalled; the stop sign across the vehicle 99999999; and requested a City review regarding a street light at the bottom of the hill at the intersection at Euclid. He also requested that the City meet with the School District/CALTRANS on the bridge and * * * * * * . Book 78/Page 297 08/06/96 PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (continued) Alex McLintock, 2038 Euclid Avenue, National City, spoke regarding his project on "A" Avenue. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Zarate, seconded by Inzunza, to adjourn to the next Regular City Council Meeting - August 13, 1996 - 6:00 P.M. - Council Chambers, Civic Center. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 6:40 p.m. CITY CLERK The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of August 13, 1996. ,,8eet-y2 At Ltic----- .-._ MAYOR CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ALL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED. YOU MAY LISTEN TO THE TAPES IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE. COPIES OF THE TAPES MAY BE PURCHASED FROM THE CITY CLERK.