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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-02-20; Parking Authority; MinutesMinutes of: Date of Meeting: Time of Meeting: Place of Meeting: CAll TO ORDER: CARLSBAD PARKING AUTI-IORTIY (Special Meeting) February 20, 1992 2:00 p.m. City Manager's Conference Room The meeting was called to order by Chairman Goodwin at 2:05 p.m. ROIL CAll: Present: Members Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Miller and Richards APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Special Meeting held January 8, 1991 were approved as presented. AYES: Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Miller, Richards AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1990-91 Mr. Aleshire inquired about the possibility of paying off the 1969 bond issue if sufficient funds are available. Finance Director Lisa Hilda brand stated there is generally a penalty charge of between 1/2% to 5% if bonds are called early. She stated that the actual charges were not known at this time, but the matter could be investigated. By consensus, the Authority requested that the Finance Department analyze the costs and possibility of calling the remaining bonds and paying off the 1969 Bond Issue. The Clerk of the Authority stated that when the report and recommendation was received from the Finance Department, the information would be distributed to the members of the Authority. If the members then wanted to discuss the information or take action, a meeting would be called. The Authority approved the audit for fiscal year 1990-91 as submitted by Peat Marwick Main & Company. AYES: Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Miller, Richards PAYMENT OF BILLS Mr. Aleshire inquired about the need for two paying agents. In response, staff referenced the requirements in the original agreement with Security Pacific which states that bonds can be presented for payment at any paying agency in Chicago or in New York. That resulted in the need for Bankers Trust Company in New York to provide the service. Staff indicated that the matter would be reviewed to determine whether Security Pacific now has offices in Chicago and New York. Carlsbad Parking Authority Page Two February 20, 1992 The Authority ratified payment of the following bill in connection with the 1981 Bond Issue: Bill from Security Pacific National Bank dated March 31, 1991 in the amount of $971.24. AYES: Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Miller, Richards The Clerk stated that since there were several new members on the Authority, they may wish to reaffirm the authorization for the Clerk to pay bills when received upon approval by Finance. On motion by Member Anear, the Authority authorized the Clerk to pay bills upon approval of the Finance Department. AYES: Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Miller, Richards REVIEW OF INFORMATIONAL SHEET The Authority expressed appreciation for the Information Sheet. ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1992 On motion by Member Anear, Mr. Goodwin was elected Chairman. AYES: Anear, Aleshire, Miller, Richards ABSTAIN: Goodwin On motion by Member Aleshire, Mr. Anear was elected Vice-Chairman. AYES: Goodwin, Aleshire, Miller, Richards ABSTAIN: Anear On motion by Member Richards, Mr. Miller was elected Secretary/Treasurer. AYES: Goodwin, Anear, Aleshire, Richards ABSTAIN: Miller Following is the slate of officers for calendar year 1992: Goodwin -Chairman Anear -Vice-Chairman Miller -Secretary /Treasurer PARKJNG AUTI-IORfIY COMMENTS Mr. Anear stated that there is a bus stop in front of the Plaza on El Camino Real and he has observed people getting off the bus and crossing El Camino Real without going to the pedestrian crosswalk. He expressed concern about it being a safety hazard and questioned whether something could be done, such as fencing, to prevent the situation. The Secretary stated she would send a memo to Bob Johnson, Traffic Engineer, relaying Mr. Anear's concerns. Carlsbad Parking Authority Page Tirree February 20, 1992 ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the meeting of February 20, 1992 was adjourned at 2:47 p.m. Respectfully submitted,