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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965 04-13 CC MIN67 NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, APRIL 13, 1965 The regular meeting of the City Council of National City was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux at 7:30 p.m. Council members present: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: Nenei ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Carstens, Foster, Ga{ztet'ea`ux, Hess, Minogue, Osburn, Stockman. The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by Assistant City Manager Osburn, followed with invocation by the Rev. Faye B. Brice, Faith Gospel Chapel. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 6th be approved with the following correction under Bills: Gas Tax (186.1) $1,998.93, Total $170,260.28. Carried by unanimous vote. Resolution No., Resolution adopting plans and specifications (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142) was presented. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hogue, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unani- mous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 8879, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142)." Moved by Alien, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried,by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Resolution No. , resolution adopting map showing exterior boundaries of assessment district (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142) was presented. Moved by Alien, seconded by Colburn, the reading of the Resolution be waived and it be adopted by readi.og of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 8880, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING MAP SHOWING EXTERIOR BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142)." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried,by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Resolution No. _, Resolution of intention (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142) was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the reading of the Resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 8881, "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION (Euclid Avenue, 8th Street to Plaza Boulevard, Assessment District No. 142)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried,by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated the next Resolution supports the Sweetwater River Flood Control Channel and Mr. Hess would like to comment prior to the reading. City Manager Hess said both the City of Chula Vista and the County have adopted resolutions relative to their intention to participate in the channel and that B. H. Hoffmaster and W. A. Barney of the Department of Special District Services were present. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, they be heard. Carried by unanimous vote, W. A. Barney, Chief, Department of Speical District Services, stated the Corps of Engineers held a hearing on the proposed project and the gist of their report was they found justification for a flood control project in the Sweetwater River, 3.1 miles, at an esti- mated cost of 9.2 million dollars, cost ratio 2.3 to 1. Mr. Barney continued the Corps of Engineers stated they had gone as far as they could go in sub- mitting the report to the local agencies; the next step was for the local agencies to assume sponsorship for the project the Corps desired the County to assume that rok4. Mr. Barney stated Chula Vista and the Port District adopted a Resolution requesting the County to assume the responsibility. Mr. 4/13/65 68 Barney said if National City adopts a similar resolution, all three resolu- tions will be presented to the County Board of Supervisors for adoption of a resolution guaranteeing to the Corps those things the Corps has outlined in assuming sponsorship of the flood control project. Mr. Barney stated after the Corps received that resolution, money would be appropriated in Congress and the project would proceed. City Manager Hess asked the follow- ing questions relative to the prototype resolution: Was it fact that no money appropriated would be exided until the local agencies gave assurance they would assume certain obligations? What would participation cost the people of National City? Would the resolution commit the community to enter into an obligation for an unknown sum? Mr. Barney stated the actual costs are not known; the Corps of Engineers estimated the cost; the Federal Government will provide all costs of construction; the State of California will provide all lands and rights of way; there are other costs, such as relocation of utilities. Mr. Barney stated the costs of such relocations will be borne by the State or the Federal Government; however, if the community desired better- ment (such as enlargement) the cost of the betterment would be borne by the community; costs such as this can be controlled by the Council within the limits of funds available; before any monies are expended detailed costs will be available and the Council can either request or not request betterments. City Manager Hess recommended adoption of the Resolution. City Engineer Foster inquired if the City would be responsible for maintenance. Mr. Barney stated the resolution to be brought before the Board of Supervisors provides the County will operate and maintain all works at an estimated annual cost of $30,000; if the City desired to take over the operation and maintenance with- in the City it could be done. Vice Mayor Allen stated only a small portion of National City is involved. RESOLUTION NO. 8882, "RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE SWEETWATER RIVER FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM" was read. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. ORDINANCE NO. , an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 827 and adding section 77 (e) thereof, was presented for the second reading. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the reading of the Ordinance be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. 1111, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 827 AND ADDING SECTION 77 (E) THEREOF". Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogue, the Ordinance be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated Mr. Walton requested and was granted a subordin- ation clause in the amount of $150,000 for property being developed by him and because of building requirements would like the Council to consider approv- ing a larger amount: $165,000. The City Attorney stated the only thing remaiiing to close escrow was the subordination agreement. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the request be granted. Councilman Morgan said subordination agree- ments were dangerous. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY AriORNEY CARSTENS reported an application for leave to file claim on be- half of Timothy Ray Gard was received, and on review the application, in his opinion, does not appear to meet the necessary criteria and recommended it be denied and the City Clerk be directed to communicate the Council's decision. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the City Attorney's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN MORGAN reported the owner of property at 2917 N Avenue called him in regard to hooking up to the sewer stating the Engineering Department could not tell him whether or not he could hook on to the City Sewer. Councilman Morgan asked when that policy started. City Manager Hess stated it is not the City's responsiblity to survey a lot where building is in progress, where there is an existing building it is the City's problem; Mayor Gautereaux recommended it be referred to the City Manager. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Allen, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. 4/13/65 69 COUNCILMAN COLBURN stated a few weeks ago the City Engineer was requested to report on proposed left turn refuges to.be installed and the report was approved excluding a few intersections; complaints were received on some of the intersections approved. Councilman Colburn ASked if the Engineer's office could prepare a sketch of the proposed aeea so the Council could see what parking will remain and also if the project could be deferred until the Council can satisfy the business people. Mayor Gautereaux asked if Council- man Colburn referred to any particular intersection. Councilman Colburn stated 4th and Highland. Councilman Morgan said also 16th and Highland. Councilman Colburn requested all of Highland Avenue be studied again. Mayor Gautereaux stated he thought the complaints had substantial basis. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogue, all be cancelled until resolved by business people and additional parking is found. Councilman Hogue inquired if it shouldn't have been channeled through the Traffic Safety Committee. Vice Mayor Allen stated it was in 1959 and again last year. Councilman Colburn stated he would volunteer to take this to the people and thow them what is taking place; it was to the best interest of all concerned. Mayor Gautereaux said the important thing was to consider whether or not a problem existed. Councilman Colburn stated many times he is delayed in driving on Highland Avenue because of people stopped for turns. Mayor Gautereaux stated Mr. Allen's motion would not preclude the Council's taking action. Motion carried by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Councilman Hogue stated he looked over the table of business licenses and the rates appear to be unfair and discriminatory for small businesses and suggest- ed the rates be compared with those of other cities. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, it be turned over to the administrative branch of the City Manager's office and have a look at some of the methods used by other cities and how they base their costs and see if it is antiquated or out of date or what. Mayor Gautereaux asked Mr. Hogue if it was found to be anti- quated would he be willing to increase the rates. Councilman Hogue said he would be; he did not understand why our small businessmen pay a higher per- centag- for their licenses. Motion carried by unanimous vote. H. H. ALSDORF, 2105 J Avenue, was present and inquired what kind of report the Traffic Safety Commission made on the left turns; he stated there is a ten feot wall on K between 21st and 22nd Streets and the Building Inspector said to hire an engineer to determine whether or not a garage can be put in and asked what the City Engineer is here for. Mayor Gautereaux stated we could not tell anyone how to build on their property. Mr. Alsdorf stated he was pleased to note the City's participation in the financing of the improve- ment on Euclid. C. W. PROCTOR, 2359 Ridgeway Drive, was present and read excerpts from the Minutes of Council Meetings of last year and protested the inclusion of him- self and other National City residents in the proposed 1911 act improvement district for sewers. CITY MANAGER HESS reported in regard to the status of acquisition of Division Street between Highland and Palm Avenues the City has already obtained several rights of way; individuals are being contacted to obtain additional rights of way and a survey is in progress to determine what is needed. THE NEXT ITEM OF BUSINESS on the Agenda was called: City Manager to report in regard to Mr. Proctor's request (Spring Valley Sanitation District) and cost of installation within National City Limits. Mr. Proctor stated the request was Councilman Hogue's, not his. City Manager Hess stated he would report on Councilman Hogue's request for the cost of installation of sewers within the areas annexed to National City; it would require a capital outlay of $128,000.00 and the City just does not have it. Councilman Morgan asked if that included the trunk line. City Manager Hess stated it included the trunk line but not the fact that two pump stations would remain in operation and there would have to be individuals to maintain the pump stations. Councilman Morgan asked if the figure of $6,500 was right for people in the annexation district. The City Manager stated Mr. Proctor would have to refer to the County, we don't know. Councilman Morgan stated these people all felt they were coming into National City and would be permitted to hook up to the sewers 4/13/65 70 for $400-450 and now it appears each one will pay $3,000-4,000. Vice Mayor Allen stated there was not any of the Council who doesn't feel the way Mr. Morgan feels, but the point everyone misses is that National City has nothing to do with this 1911 Act; it was instituted by the people in Lincoln Acres and it takes in some portions annexed to National City; we are powerless to do anything about it. Mayor Gautereaux said rebates would have to be given to everyone in the event of future annexations if the City were to assume any part of the costs. Councilman Hogue stated the policy has been for National City to put in the trunk lines and let the people pay to hook up; the City is shirking its responsibilities to these people. Mayor Gautereaux stated if there is an area of adjustment, it can only be determined when the hearings are over and perhaps it should be considered at that time. Councilman Hogue stated he felt the City is obligated in the amount of the cost of running a trunk line up Ridgeway. Mayor Gautereaux suggested the matter be tabled until the hearings are held and the facts are established as to the assess- ments. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the Mayor's suggestion be approv- ed and the matter tabled. Councilman Hogue asked if we have changed policy. Vice Mayor Allen stated we were not asked to run a trunk line up there; the fact remains they are in a 1911 Act District as a result of petition of 2/3 of the people. CITY MANAGER HESS reported in regard to the costs of and possible City participation in the proposed improvement of Highland Avenue (3400-360031) hp received a letter from Wayne P. Lill, Engineer, acting for the Hodge brothers, dated April 8th, expressing appreciation for the consideration of subject improvement and the Hodge brothers were in agreement with the City Manager's recommendation as approved by the City Council and outlined in the City Manager's letter of March 24th. The City Manager stated the estimated cost of the project was some $4,000 and on a 50-50 basis the City's share could be in excess of $2,500 and requested permission to go to bid. The City Manager stated when bids are received Mr. Hodge will be required to deposit 50o with the City. Moved by Alien, seconded by Colburn, the recommendations of the City Manager be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen. Colburn, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Hogue. CITY MANAGER HESS reported in regard to filing of documents containing "no pertinent information" it is obvious all items brought before the Council are not of sufficient value to file; it should be left to the discretion of the - City Manager and the City Clerk. Councilman Hogue commented it would be help- ful if the City Manager were to indicate whether or not an item should be filed. CITY MANAGER HESS reported the Civil Service Commission's recommendation to change the Civil Service rule governing residency of city employees from a 10 to an 18 mile radius, excepting Mexico, for all but the emergency services was presented to the Council last week and laid over to determine the reason for the recommendation. The City Manager said the Commission's reason for the proposed change was to allow coverage of high density population areas, when recent examinations were given we found we had few or no applicants; people living outside the 10 mile radius were not willing to give up their homes, change their children's schools, etc.; it was to allow the City a better choice of candidates. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Morgan, we make the limits -five miles outside the City limits. Motion failed by the following vote to -.wit: Ayes: Hogue, Morgan, Nays: Allen, Colburn, Gautereaux. Moved by Morgan, employees live within the City limits. Motion died for lack of second. Moved by Gautereaux, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the Civil Service Commission to allow a radius of 18 miles residency except Mexico for all but the safety services be approved. Vice Mayor Allen asked if this would require a change to the previous ordinance stating 10 miles excepting Coronado. City Manager Hess stated the Civil Service Commission's recommendation was 18 miles with the exception of Mexico; it would require a resolution change, Mayor Gautereaux stated the safety services are excluded; they will still be required to live within a five mile radius, Motion carried, by the following vote to -wit. Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Gautereaux, Nays: Hogue, Morgan. CITY MANAGER HESS suggested the Citizens' Advisory Committee Report on the development of the Comprehensive General Plan be held over one more week. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the City Manager's recommendation be approved, Carried by unanimous vote. 4/13/65 71 CITY CLERK MINOGUE read the result of the opening of sealed bids for the im- provement of Euclid Avenue (4th to 8th Street) in the City Clerk's office at 3:00 p.m., April 12, 1965: M. L. Chilcote Construction Co. $66,492.05; Daley Corporation $74,569.10; V. R. Dennis Construction Co. $71,264.90; Griffith Company $65,080.57; Sim J. Harris Co. $59,659.92; R. E. Hazard Con- tracting Co. $56,890.39; and C. W. McGrath, Inc. $64,740,86. City Manager Hess said a recommendation would be made next week. THE MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD meeting of April 1st were presented, Ordered filed by unanimous vote. THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD recommendation that another Special Fnnd- be Qtablished for the acquisition of lands and the construction of public build-r ings for use in parks and recreation facilities, using proceeds of future land sales and establishing priorities was presented. Moved by Morgan, it be ac- cepted and approved. Motion died for lack of second. Vice Mayor Allen stated — he did not second the motion because he wanted to adopt the City Manager's recommendation and authorize him to proceed, Moved by Hogue, seconded by Allen, the Park and Recreation Advisory Board recommendation be filed. Mayor Gauter- eaux stated the PRAB recommendation sets up a series of priorities; this should be policy of the Council and not up to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Councilman Hogue stated the recommendations are in the 701 Pian. Motion carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM J. B. HANAUER & CO. outlining the suggested schedule for sale of bonds for the Civic Center was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS called attention to his letter of April 8th to Richard George, Wheeler and Associates, A.I.A., pertaining to the senior citizens facility and the gymnasium and stated each member of the Council was provided with a copy of the proposed agreement. The City Manager stated the proposed agreement consists of these phases: (1) The pre -preliminary work, completion and submission of applications to HHFA, with $1,000.00 to be paid to the architect by the City of National City, whether or not the application is approved by HHFA. (2) In the event of approval, $9,000.00 will be requested from HHFA for preliminary plans which is not returnable until the project is undertaken. The City Manager stated land sale monies may be coming in and the APW program may be re -initiated, there should be preliminary plans on hand; when the first APW program went into effect those cities with preliminary plans were given priority. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the agreement be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. The City Manager stated the last paragraph indicated a special fund be established by resolution for monies received from future land sales to be set aside for the senior citizen facility and municipal gymnasium. The City Manager said guidance is needed from the Council as to what "future" is; a cut-off date is needed; the money from land sales now is going into the Civic Center Fund; if the City Attorney is directed to prepare a new resolution as suggested a specific date should be named. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Allen, to go along with the City Manager's recommendation and he bring back a suggestion as to what this resolution should contain. Councilman Morgan asked if this should be deferred until we make a decision on the Civic Center, The City Manager stated a resolution could be drafted and given to each Councilman for study for a week or so. Councilman Morgan stated this should be weighed after we have awarded the contract for the Civic Center, he would not vote for the Civic Center with the walk -way off; the people want to be able to walk directly from National Avenue to the building. Motion carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS reported the National City Jaycees' District 10 elections will be held April 14th and they have requested the use of 10 tables and 50 chairs. The City Manager suggested they be rented at a fee of $1.00 and the Jaycees pick up and return the tables and chairs. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's suggestion be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported the National City American Little League and Pony League have again requested a no -fee business license for their concession 4/13/65 72 stand in Kimball Park. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, it be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported two employees were eligible for step increases: Frederick Hall to 26-B and Fred Baker to 27-D, both were approved by their Department Heads. The City Manager recommended the step increases be approved. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of the fully executed agreement between the City of National City and the Division of Highways for a portion of Sweetwater Road and a portion of Division Street and suggested it be filed. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of a sidewalk license bond for Howard R. Treadwell which was reviewed by the City Manager's office and the City Attorney and suggested it be filed. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of a communication from the County of San Diego, Department of Public Health, relative to their inspection of the City's- jail facilities March 16th and suggested it be filed. Ordered filed by unani- mous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS stated a consideration in regard to awarding of the contract for the improvement of Euclid Avenue from 4th to 8th Street was the sale of the property which the City purchased at the SW corner of 5th and Euclid for slope rights, etc. at a cost of approximately $20,000.00. The City Manager said Paradise Valley Hospital offered to purchase this property for $15,000.00 after the buildings are removed, The City Manager urged the Council to grant author- ity to proceed with negotiations to consummate the sale. Councilman Morgan asked if they would put in the retaining wall and give the City the slope rights. City Manager Hess said they will put in the retaining wall; the land will be cut flat to grade with the street. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the City Manager's recommendation regarding the sale of this property to Para. dise Valley Hospital be approved and the City Manager and the City Attorney be authorized to enter escrow, Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. THE MINUTES OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY'S Board of Directors meet- ing of March llth were presented and ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS reported the National City Jaycees will sponsor a carnival May 20-24, 1965, in the South Bay Plaza parking lot, proceeds to be used for youth, sports and international relations, and they requested a no -fee permit, The City Manager suggested the no -fee permit be granted with the stipulation it be reviewed by the Planning Commission. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogr:ej the City Manager's suggestion be approved. Carried, by the following vote to - wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN stated the Council requested the City Planner to commence with public hearings on changing the city owned land to R-4-P-D zone; the R-4-P-D Planned Development Permit was established to provide for lands changed from a single family and two family usage to multiple usage or the development of rest homes; one provision under the Planned Development zoning — was the use established on the land prior to the placement of the P.D. was per- missable, not requiring any plans to come before the Planning Commission or - the City Council. The Director of Planning asked if the Council wished to re- consider that m tion and recommended the development of the lands when sold be controlled by estrictions. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the Planner's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MOVED BY H03UE, seconded by Morgan, a report be brought in on the progress be- ing made on the banked shuffleboard for the senior citizens in the park by the Park Director. Carried by unanimous vote. 4/13/65 73 COUNCILMAN HOGUE suggested consideration be given in next years' budget to photographing things in the files and deep six the originals; there is no sense in loading the new Civic Center. VICE MAYOR ALIEN stated he received a complaint in regard to the tennis courts; some National City residents have been going to Chula Vista to play because of debris, etc. and cut nets on our tennis courts; and it should be brought to the attention of our Recreation Superintendent. City Manager Hess stated Superin- tendent Huffaker had brought this to his attention; the courts are being re - striped now and new nets are to be purchased, MAYOR GAUTEREAUX announced there will be an Easter Sunrise service in the Memorial Bowl April l8th and urged all present to attend. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the meeting be closed. Carried by unani- mous vote. The meeting closed at 9:20 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERIC TY, CALIF NIA 4/13/65