HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-10; City Council; 22287; Presentation on potential voter approved capital project subject to Prop HCITY OF CARLSBAD-AGENDA BILL 2
AB# 22,287 PRESENTATION ON POTENTIAL VOTER DEPT. HEAD ~
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Accept presentation from the Administrative Services Director on a proposed ballot measure for the
November 2016 election that would ask voters to approve a capital improvement project exceeding the
limitation imposed by Proposition H.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
Proposition H, adopted by voters in 1982, restricts the use of city funds for the acquisition and
improvement of real property. Specifically, section 1.24.030 states that any acquisition of or
improvement to real property that exceeds one million dollars in city funds will not be undertaken "unless
the proposed acquisition and/or improvement project and the cost in city funds is first placed upon the
ballot and approved by a majority of the voters."
At a Council Workshop on March 15, 2016, staff presented Council with a single project that is considered
a critical need for public safety and which is subject to the requirements of Proposition H. Staff is
recommending to move forward with the reconstruction of Fire Station 2, located on Arenal Road,
adjacent to the La Costa Resort
Fire Station 2 was constructed in 1969 and was designed to accommodate one full-time fire fighter and
volunteers that would address less than 250 calls per year. This station now houses five full-time
personnel who address approximately 4,000 calls per year. A new structure would accommodate modern
fire apparatus, meet today's seismic and building codes, and meet Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection Association {NFPA) standards.
The reconstruction of Fire Station 2 is estimated to cost between $7 million and $10.5 million. The large
range in estimates stems from different options for siting the facility and various construction
alternatives. One alternative is to replace Fire Station 2 on the existing lot, which may require one level
of subterranean construction for a parking garage. Another option is to obtain a new parcel in the same
geographical area as Fire Station 2 is currently located and build there; this option would require between
1.25 and 2 acres. Either option is contemplated to house 5 firefighters and have an extra living space for
an intern or probationary firefighter. The new facility would also satisfy seismic requirements and provide
adequate provisions for firefighters of either gender.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Chuck McBride 760-602-2430
FOR CITY CLERKS USE ONLY.
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Staff has retained an architect that is currently working on conceptual solutions, cost estimates, and
design features. Cost estimates will be refined as we approach the June 14 Council meeting, at which
time staff will request that the ballot measure be placed on the ballot.
Although staff is still vetting the language for the ballot measure, the following is the most likely phrasing
of the ballot question:
Do the voters of the City of Carlsbad approve spending existing city funds from various sources,
including the General Fund, in an amount to exceed $1 million to construct a replacement for
Fire Station 2 at an estimated cost range of $7 million up to $10.5 million?
Staff has considered a ballot question that does not provide an estimated cost of the facility, given the
timing of projects brought forward under Proposition C. However, this project will likely be completed
within two to three years of passage of the proposed ballot measure and cost estimates should remain
valid.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The proposed presentation does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of the California
Environmental Quality Act and, therefore, does not require environmental review.
EXHIBITS:
None.
Ballot Measure Update
Chuck McBride, Administrative Services Director
Mike Davis, Fire Chief
May 10, 2016
Prop H Requirements
•Enumerated in Municipal Code
•Proposed acquisition or project placed on ballot
•Cost in city funds included in ballot language
•Approved by majority of voters
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Fire Station 2
•Fund the rebuilding of Fire Station 2 to accommodate growth management
service levels
•Station 2 built in 1969
•Fire Station 2 requires a ballot measure to:
–Accommodate modern apparatus
–Increase storage of equipment and personnel
–Meet current codes and standards
Proposed Ballot Language
“Do the voters of the City of Carlsbad approve spending existing
city funds from various sources, including the General Fund, in an
amount to exceed $1 million to construct a replacement for Fire
Station 2 at an estimated cost range of $7 million up to $10.5
million?”
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2016 Ballot Measure Schedule
•Resolution to City Council for approval June 14
•Publish election notice July 11
•Resolution to Registrar of Voters Before August 12
•Election November 8
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