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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-06-18; City Council; Minutes. .. CITY OF c-/4REp)e4D 0) Minutes of: CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) Date of Meeting: June 18, 1968 Time of Meeting: 7:OO P.i!l. Place of Meeting: Council Chambers -. &w;-%-z”*x?27-v-7 w”.e””-*~ “ ‘%.~“i~~~-~~~~~~~~-~~~~,.-~-~~ ~ ROLL CALL : INVOCATION was offered by Mayor Dunne. ALLEGIANCE to the Flag was given. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: (a) Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting held on June 5, 1968, were approved as corrected. . Mayor Dunne presented k.eys to the City of Carlsbad to two foreign students who attended school this past year in the City of Carlsbad. Oonagh Wilson, from Belfast, ,Ireland, who attended the Carlsbad High School , .and Wi 1 helm Sorteberg , from Voll beck, Norway , who attended the Army & Navy.Academy, were introduced I CORRESPONDENCE: I 0 - -Y [70] - (a) Summer Recreation Program. A copy of a letter sent to parents of school children in grades 1-6, from Gordon W. Hoard, Summer Recreation Direct- or, was presented, announcing the City’s first summer recreational program and acknowledged. Mayor Dunne stated he was in hopes this was a start of a summer recreational program for the c.hildren. C6 21 of a Mav - (b) City of Chula Vista - re: Establishment Human Relations Commission. A letter dated 23, 1968, addressed to Mayor Dunne from Mayor Mctorquodale of the City of Chula Vista, was present ed, in’which he enclosed a copy of an ordinance ado.pted by the City of Chula Vista, establishing a Human Re1 ations .Commi’ssion, was acknowledged and ordered. f i 1 ed. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1 [llj - (a) Removal of Precise Plan No. PP 6706 on property located on the Southwesterly corner of Monroe St. and Chestnut Ave. Jay Lear, Inc. propert The City Clerk reviewed the application submitted by Jay Lear, Inc., and certified as to proper notice having been given. There were no written protests received. Bishop Packard addressed the Council, stating the Church of Jesus Christ’of Latter Day Saints is pro- posing to purchase this property from Jay Lear, Inc. Previously this property was zoned R-3 and a Precise Plan approved. The Church was granted a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission, and have rec- ommended that the Precise Plan be removed. They hav letters from the two. schools in the area and the Pilgrim Church, stating they had no objection to a church at this location. As there were no other persons desiring to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed, and the follo ins resolution was presented for consideration: ‘e W .( i LO! *wk%M9JY.X~Ll%tkx% Present .. Motion Ayes ~ I ~ I ~ I I 1 - 0 .wpp f Ll I Y ut- LJ"uw&l i \ -2- 18 Resolution No. 1526. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF MONROE STREET AND CHESTNUT AVENUE, was adopted by tit1 only and further re.ading waived. [I131 - (b) Request for change of zone from Zone R-3- to Zone R-1-7500, on property located on the South- westerly corner of Monroe St. and Chestnut Ave. Applicant: Jay Lear, Inc. Mayor Dunne opened the public hearing. The City Clerk certified as to proper nbtice being given, and stated that no written protests had been received. Cmn. McComas asked if it were necessary to have the zone changed, and he was informed that the Planning Commission had recommended that the zone be changed to R-1-7500. As there were no persons desiring to speak, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed, and. the following resolution was presented for consideration: Resolution No. :1527. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD. ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND DE- CISION REGARDING CHANGE-OF ZONE .CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN DESIGNATED PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD FROM ZONE R-3 TO ZONE R-1-7500, was adopted by title only and further reading waived, The-following ordinance was introduced for a first readi ng: Ordinance No. 9215. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD CHANGING CERTAIN DESIGNATED PROPERTY 'FROM ZONE R-3 TO ZONE R-1-7500 was given a first reading by title only and further reading waived. I Motion Ayes 1 1 Ayes Motion [gg] - (c) Tentative map of Carlsbad Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for pro- perty located on the Southw.esterly corner of Monroe St. and Chestnut Ave. The City Engineer presented the tentative map consist ing of one lot, stating that the public improvements were already in on Chestnut Avenue, and that the map that the Engineering Department is requesting the 6" water main on Monroe St. be replaced with an 8" water main. The developer is requesting a waiver of this condition. The cost of replacing the line is estimat ed at $1,500. conformed to all City standards g with the exception - - Discussion ensued and it was pointed out the property across to the East would benefit by the installation of the 8" line. It was suggested that the developer be required to place on deposit with the City one-half the cost of replacing the water 1 ine. The following resolution was presented: Resolution No. 1528. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD APPROVING THE TENTATIVE MAP OF CARLSBAD WARD OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS , was adopted by title only and fur- l 0 LI i 1 LA- L&P-l"eb \ -3- Y 1 ther reading waived, subject. to the conditions and restrictions recommended by the Planning Commission, with the exception that Item #13, be changed to re- quire the developer to deposit one-half the cost of the installation of an 8" water main with the City of Carlsbad Motion Ayes [113] - (d) Appeal of the decision of the Planniqg Commission in denying a request for change of zone from Zone R-1 to Zone R-3, on property located North of Laguna Dr. to Knowles Ave. from Interstate 5 Free- way West to Davis Street. Appellant: Forest J. Brad:/, et al. The Clerk certified as to proper notice being given. A' letter,from Forest J. Brady was read, appealing the d-ecision of the Planning Commission. Another letter from far. Forest J. Brady, et a1 was presented, requesting the Council to consider the ap- peal of the property owners, as it was their feel ing the properties in question were logically located for R-3 zoning due to the size of the lots. They are un- able to keep these large parcels because of the in- crease in taxes unless- they can furthe'r develop the 1 and. A memorandum from the Planning Department dated June 10, 1968, was presented, regarding the ffndings of the Planning Commission. The Mayor declared the public hearing open. The Clerk read a petition bearing 29 signatures protest- ing.the proposed zoning on the grounds that there is R-3 zoning in the immediate area, and it would de- preciate their homes. Royce Bond addressed the Council and stated that Mr. 'Brady was unable to attend the hearing as he had a heart atta.ck and is under the doctor's care. Mr. Boyce further stated since the hearing of the Planning Commission he purchased on-e of the parcels in this area. This area is well within the vicinity of the downtown area, and he is interested in the develop- ment of the business district. This R-3 area would feed the downtown area. These large parcels are not fully developed and the weeds detract from the beauty tax monies. It was his understanding that one of the reasons the Planning Commission denied the applica- tion was that a motel or hotel might be established on these properties and there are no ramps to the freeway from this location. Robert Baylard, 1012 Home Avenue, spoke in opposition to the zoning, stating that Home Avenue had business on one side of the street and now they are confronted with R-3 on the other side. There is sufficient R-3 zoning undeveloped and if this zone change is granted i-t will turn this area into a low cost housing area with the taxes being increased accordingly. He has small children and would 1.ike to raise them in a quiet environment. Mr.Bayjard pointed out there are apartments on Laguna Drive that are vacant now. of the city. Also multiple dwellings would add extra 1 -e- o Lll r ut- LFi gd -4- The Planning Director Joe Olinghouse reported on the findings of the Planning Commission, Cmn, McComas inquired of the Planning Director if he felt that R-1 zoning was the proper zoning for this area due to the proximity of the freeway and the location of the property between two off-ramps. Mr. Olinghouse state it would depend on the landscaping of the freeway. He did not feel that R-1 .zoning is incompatible wi'th the freeway; however, he would recommend a planned development for this area. An ordinance will be pre- sented to the Council in the near future in regards to planned development. - In a planned development you can have mu1 ti ple uses, and you are not concerned with zoning but more in density. Mr. Bond'again addressed the Council pointing out tha since the Master Plan was developed Jefferson Street has gone R-3. There is a need for homes and apart- ments. The city is bound to grow and more apartments wi 11 be needed. C 4 As there were no other persons desiring to speak the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. Cmn. McComa-s stated he was ccncerned with the philos- ophy of the Planning Commission's reasoning. These property owners have a real problem and he wo.uld like to see this do.ne by way of a precise plan, with per- haps eliminating hotels and motels. Discussion ensued and a map of the existing R-3 zonin was shown. By common consent of the Council the matter was de- ferred until the.next regular meeting for further study. ENGINEERING: I [99] - (a). Kader Lot Split. A memorandum from the Planninq Commission dated June 12, 1968. was present- ed, recommending that the proposed lot split be ap- proved subject to the conditions listed in the En- gineer's report of June 11, 1968. The City Engineer pointed out this lot split would create two parcels, with Parcel "A" opening onto Elm Ave. at such time as it is developed. The City Manager stated he was concerned with the appearance of the lot at the present time and asked if a condition could be placed on the granting of the lot split. Cmn. Castro stated he had contacted Mr. Kader and he assured him the property would be cleanec By proper motion the lot split was approved, subject to the conditions recommended by the City Engineer. [llO] - (h) Water Service for Freeway Landscaping (vicinity of Palomar Airport Rd.) The City Engineer reported the State Division of Highways has requested permission to install a 3" meter at the intersection of Palomar Airport Rd. and Interstate 5 for the pur- pose of watering the landscaping along the freeway. \ \ L1 Motion Ayes Abstain ~ 1 a rn 1 LI 1 l VT "qw (5) .. [lo91 The staff does not favor having another 3" line tied into the main line unless the watering hours are regulated. They have also requested waiver of the front line costs. , By proper motion permission was granted to the State Division of Highways for installation of a 3" meter, subject to the hours of usage being approved by th,e Water Department. As to the request for waiver of the. front line costs, this matter was deferred until the next regular meet- ing. It was pointed out by the City Engineer the Cit did install a 10" water line; however, when the State built Palomar Airport .Road they had to replace the line and 'they feel the front line costs should be waived in this instance. ma Y [IlO] - (c) The Carlsbad Municipal Water District - re: Chestnut Ave. metering station. The CMWD serve the City with the majority of its water., which comes into the City by way of Chestnut Ave. They anticipat installing a 20" meter and they have asked that this be a replacement for the Calavera Metering Station. The installation will take place during the hot weath- er and should take approximately three hours. It was the decision of the Council that this matter be referred to the Water Improvement Committee and a recommendation made to the City Council, [99] - (d) Final map of Laguna Riviera Subdivision Unit #2. The City Clerk informed the Council the developer has requested this matter deferred until the next regular meeting. NEW BUSINESS: [ 251 - Resolution #1530, approving annexation of certain uninhabited territory, designated "Pacific Vista Estates Annexation" to the City of Carlsbad. The City Attorney informed the Council this annexa- tion represents less than an acre near El Camino Mesa Subdivision, and will be made a part of the subdivi- sion. The following resolution was presented as we1 1 as a plat showing the area: Resolution No. 1530. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, APPROVING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY, DESIGNATED "PACIFIC VISTA ESTATES ANNEXATION" TO THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, was adopted by title only and further reading waived. [79] - (b) Policy regarding use of new Council Chambers. The Clerk informed the Counci 1 inquiries have been made by some of the organizations concerning use of the new Council Chambers for their meetings. Discussion ensued, and it was the decision of the City Council that the Library Conference Room should be used for small gatherings, and that a request for use of the Chambers be permitted only by action of the Gity Council. \ - Y 111 " Motion Ayes Motion Ayes p#es1$sL a 0 u I 1 wr "LJ -6- .' . e451 - (c) Approval of contract for City Auditor. The contract between the Citv of Carlsbad and Carroll & Brantley, Associates, certjfied public accountants, for .auditing the records of the City and the Water Department, was approved and accepted in accordance with the terms set forth by letter dated June 4, 1968 and the City Manager authorized to execute the-con- tract. Y OLD BUSINESS: I [lo31 - (a) Second reading of Ordinance #1106 , estab- lishing the Traffic Safety Commission. Ordinance #1106 was presented for a second reading. Mayor Bunne suggested that the ordinance. include that a meeting be held a.t least once a month and at such other times as necessary. Also that the ,officers, i.e. Chairman, and other officers of the Commission be set out in the ordinance. It was agreed that the second reading of the ordinance be delayed and the City Att-orney was instructed to prepare a new ordinance to include the suggestions made by Mayor Dunne. COMMITTEE REPORTS: [70] - (a) Use of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Cmn. Neiswender announced there would be another meeting held concerning the use of the lagoon in the Council Chambers on Friday, June 21, 1968 at 7:30 P.M. , and requested the Press to publicize the meeting. [28] - (b) Water Improvement Committee. Cmn. McComas reported the Water Improvement Committee had not met since the last meeting of the City Council. [ 511 - (c) City's Fire Rate. Crnn. McComas asked that a committee be appointed concerning fire pro- tection, in order to study the possibility of reducin the City's- fire rate. Mayor Dunne stated this was an excellent suggestion and requested Cmn. McComas to submit a report on the matter at the next regular meeting. I .c I [28] - (d) Central Business District Action Commis- sion. With the consent of the Council Mayor Dunne appointed Robert Rombotis to the Central Business District Action Commission. Cmn. Jardine announced there would be a no host lun- cheon held by the Commission on Wednesday, June 26th at the Twin Inns. The purpose of the meeting would be to select a chairman and other officers , as well as a review of the objectives of the Commission. [ 701 - (e) Summer Recreation Program. Mrs. Mary Scherr, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commis- I sion, addressed the Council stating Gordon Hoard had been employed as the Director of the Summer Recrea- tion Program. He is well qualified and has done an excellent job in Oceanside. The following students have been employed to assist Mr. Hoard: Judy Kolb Jo Ann Lange Wen.dy Osburn Jeff Sully Brent Peek A1 ex Martinez. & 'i 11 Motion Ayes >* " 0 \ 0 T LItY 0 c.74 u ( -7- -. \ 11 Mrs. Scherr further stated that throughout the organ- ization of this program the City Manager, the school district, the school P.T.A, as well as maintenance men and secretaries, have all been very enthusiastic and cooperative. A brochure will be sent out at a later date. E551 - (f) Clean-up Week. Cmn. Castro reported the Clean-up program is under way and it has been accept- I ed with'great interest. They have received very good cooperation and he wished to compliment the press for the coverage given on this matter. [ 741 Executive session. Mayor Dunne called an execu tive session to discuss personnel. The Council' ad- journed to the adjoining room at 9:18 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:21 P.M. The Mayor an- nounced that A. H. Peterson's appointment to the Planning Commission had been rescinded, and that a new appointment would be made at the next regular meeti ng. - CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT: I [ 2d - (a) Federal Anti-poverty Program. The City Attornev reported the Economic OpPortunitv Commission of San Diego, Inc., has been designated a; th.e Com- munity Action Agency through which the federal govern ment will administer the local anti -poverty program. The City of Carlsbad is entitled to state whether or not they wish to be included in this program. If the City decides it does not wish to be included, it would not be entitled to a major portion of the funds to deal -with the federal government directly as they require a certain minimum size of Community Action Agency. If the Council wishes to have the City in- cluded in the Economic Oportunity Commission of San Diego, Inc.., a simple motion by the City Council is sufficient-. Further, if the C-ounci'l takes no actimn the City will automatically become a member of the El Ty . o mission. Cmn.Castro was appointed to represent the available under this program, and would not be able - By motion of the Council it was agreed that the Counc 1 voice no action and thereby become a member of the Moti'on Commission. Ayes CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . c 701 - re: p1 - gram. ment be been re facilit Program changes the wat (a> Agreement between Ctty -and--Sch.o'ol. 'Distr ayground faci 1 i ti es for Summer 'Recreatfon Pr The City Manager informed the Counci.1 an aqr tween the City and the School District 'had" ceived providing for the use of the playgrou ies in connection with the Summer Recreatton . The City Attorney has suggested some min.0 , i.e., Item 4 whereby the City would pay fo er used for the recreation program. I - Discussion ensued and the Mayor requested the agree- ment referred to the Parks and Recreation Commission for their recommendation prior to the Council's ac- tion on the matter. A a t L1 I Y UP LMU -8- .- [84] - (b) Report on purchase of computer. The City Manager stated he had a couple of sessions with Cmn. Neiswender on this matter, however, a report has not been completed to present to the Council. I [77] - (c) Planning fee schedule. In chec-king with other cities, the City of Carlsbad is approximately three' times lower than other cities in their Plann-ing fee schedule. Mayor Dunne requested the City Manager to present a proposed fee schedule for the Council's consideration. [SO] - (d) Transfer of Joint Sewer Interest Monies. The City Manager reported there is an accumulation of accrued interest monies o'f approximately $9,.000.00 that can be transferred to the General Fund. This transfer of funds has been ap-proved by the City Auditor. By motion of the Council authorization was given for the transfer of accrued interest monies in the amount of $9,000.00 from the Joint Sewer Fund 'to the General Fund. ["?I - Need Abatement Program. Mayor Dunne inquired as to the progress of the Weed Abatement Program, and the City Manager assured the Mayor this program was well under way. [: 701 - Trees in the Beach Area. Cmn. Neiswender pointed out the Palm Trees around the beach area are I becoming brown, and suggested that they either be watered or taken out. AUTHORIZATION FOR PAYMENT OF BILLS AND RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL : I Authorization was given for the payment of bills for the general expenses of the City in the amount of $44,665.21 and for the Water Department in the amount of $141,013.28 for the peri.od June 5, 1968 to June 18 1968, as certified by the Acting Director of Finance and approved by the Auditing Committee. Ratification of the payroll was given for the first half of June, 1968, in the amount of $28,773.71, as certified by the Acting Director of Finance and ap- proved by the Auditing Committee. Y ADJOURNMENT: I By proper motion the meeting was adjourned to Wednes- day, June 26, 1968, at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of discussing the Preliminary Budget. Respectfully submitted, ?p &.&d ylqi2L?#d MA Is G ET E. ADAMS City $1 erk ( \ 11 Motion Ayes Motion Ayes Motion Ayes ..