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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-11-10; City Council; Minutes+-& + < MINUTES Meeting of: CITY COUNCIL (Adjourned Regular Meeting) Time of Meeting: 6:OO P.M. Date of Meeting: November 10, 1981 Place of Meeting: Council Chambers I ”- a [’ [ CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Packard at 6:02 P.M. ROLL CALL: Roll Call was taken by the City CkeEk as follows : ” Present: Packard, Casler, Lewis, Anear and Kulchin I ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: 961 1. AB #6770 - STOP CONTROL AT CANNON ROAD ON AVENIDA ENCINAS AND AT BUENA VISTA WAY ON ARLAND ROAD. The following Ordinances were adopted (by one motion) : ORDINANCE NO. 3137, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTERS 10.28 AND 10.40 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE ADDITION OF SECTION 10.28.290 DESIGNATING STOP CONTROL AT CANNON ROAD ON AVENIDA ENCINAS AND SECTION 10.40.046 RESTRICT- ING PARKING ON AVENIDA ENCINAS. ORDINANCE NO. 3138, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.28 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE ADDITION OF SECTION 10.28.300 DESIGNATING STOP CONTROL AT BUENA VISTA WAY ON ARLAND ROAD. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER RFPORTS: 281 2. AB #6386 - Supplement #4 - PRELIMINARY REVIEW OF STREETSCAPE PLANS. Mayor Packard announced that he must abstain on the matter, and he turned the chair over to Vice-Mayor Casler. Drew Aitken, Acting Housing & Redevelopment Director, gave a brief staff report on the matter outlining the history of the subject, and Council’s request for additional alternative plans for development of Grand Avenue. The City Engineer, Les Evans, continued with the staff report with the aid of transparencies showing the ori- ginal design standards proposed for Grand, and an alternate design standard for Grand. He explained that the consultant had again viewed the street and concurs that the street could be pushed over to the side of the City right-of-way, leaving a wide sidewalk on the other side. He also stated that would eliminate the median, $25,000 over the cost of Option I. Mr. Evans stated that an additional alternative could be considered which would eliminate the median, yet add an additional eight feet of sidewalk to both sides of the road. Vice Mayor Casler expressed concern about providing the opportunity for sidewalk amenities on one side of the street and not on the other. b and cost for that option would increase by approximately c COUNCIL k %’ MEMBERS * Packard Casler Anear Lewis A Kulchin 7 b 1 MINUTES November 10, 1981 Page 2 I Council recognized Mr. Don Brown, Chamber of Commerce, who stated that several people have expressed concern that there would be a need for turn bays. He also indicated that there are expressions of concern from people who use the shops regarding diagonal parking being preferred to parallel parkjng. Council Member Anear expressed the opinion that one side 06 the street developed for sidewalk cafes and amenities would be sufficient. He also stated that the north side of the street, because of existing development, would not lend itself to utilization of the sidewalk amenities. Council Member Kulchin suggested that staff talk to the owners and merchants in the area to obtain their opinion on the effects on their establishment. Council recognized Mr. Harold Clarke, who spoke in favor of parallel parking, and addressed other issues. Council recognized Mr. Ronald C. Packard, who owns property on the corner of Grand and Madison. Dr. Packarc expressed the opinion that it is extremely important that turn bays on each corner be provided. Council discussed the various development options with regard to the provision of bike lanes and turn bays. As a point of clarification, Mr. Evans stated that the original development proposed by the consultant with the median does allow space for left-turn bays. Also discussed was the possibility of not utilizing the full width of the sidewalks at the corners in order to allow for turn bays. Further discussion reflected the desire for the development to help both pedestrians and traffic through the area. Council recognized Mr. Ken Chriss, member of the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee. Mr. Chriss stated that the Committee's major problem was recognition of the fact that both traffic and pedestrians could not be equally be accommodated. He stated that the intent of the Committee was to make Grand pedestrian oriented. Further Council discussion related to median size, if any, as well as bike lanes, parking lanes, left-turn bays, and sidewalk size and location. Council recognized Roy Ward, Chairman of the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee. Mr. Ward stated that property owners have had five years to make comments, and urged that Council move forward with the project. I Council returned the matter to the Housing and Redevelop- ment Advisory Committee for further review and report on the consideration of the three design options dis- cussed at this meeting including: large sidewalks on the south; wider sidewalks on both sides, and Option I as previously presented. COUNCIL b * ' MEMBERS % Packard Cas ler Lewis Anear X Kulchin \ MINUTES November 10, 1981 Pacre 3 1 E Mayor Packard announced that a representative from the Registrar of Voter's Office was present, and with the concurrence of the Council, item #6 was taken out of order and considered at this time. 481 6. AB #6802 - DISCUSSION OF CITY ELECTION DATE. Ms. Judy Nelson, representing Ray Ortiz, Registrar of Voters, addressed Council. She indicated she was present to respond to any questions. In response to such questions, she explained the operation of the CRT which would be placed in the Council Chambers during the election, if combined with the Primary or General Election dates. She also stated that voter turnout for a General Election is in excess of 80%, and for a Direct Primary is in excess of 60%. The Clerk responded to questions stating that if the election remains in April, results should be known by 10:30 P.M. In addition, it was noted that the first year's projected savings for the City would be approximately $6,000, and the years thereafter should be approximately $9,000. Ms. Nelson stated that if consolidated with the Primary or General Election dates, results should be known approximately one hour later, or 11:30 P.M. The City Attorney reported to Council that since pre- paration of his memorandum, the City of El Cajon is consolidating with the special district elections which take place in November of the odd-numbered years. He also stated that- some cities are considering that it may cause budgeting and personnel negotiation problems if elections are held in June. Council discussed the various factors concerning the election process, and benefits to be derived from the change of election date. It was moved and seconded that Ordinance No. 1224 be introduced to reflect an election date concurrent with the June Primary. The motion failed for lack of a majority . I It was moved and seconded that Ordinance No. 1224 be introduced to reflect an election concurrent with the November General election. The motion failed for lack of a majority. After further discussion, the following Ordinance was introduced: ORDINANCE NO. 1224, AMENDING TITLE 1, CHAPTER 1.12 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE ADDITION OF SECTION 1.12.020 TO REQUIRE THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE SAME DAY AS THE STATEWIDE DIRECT PRIMARY ELECT1 ON. - COUNCIL w * ' MEMBERS % Packard Cas ler Lewis Anear Kulchin X Packard Casler Lewis Anear Kulchin X , Packard Casler Lewis Anear ~ 1 Kulchin X d L MINUTES November 10, 1981 Pacre 4 I I [lo51 3. AB W997 - Supplement #2 - FUNDING FOR EIGHTH YEAR BLOCK GRANT PROJECTS. 1 The staff report was given by Chris Salamone, who dis- played a list of possible projects, and requested that Council prioritize the list. He also displayed an exhibit showing the area of the City which falls within the requirements for meeting Block Grant requirements. I The list displayed was as follows: Chase Field, I Chase Field, I1 Pine Field, I Pine Field, I1 Maxton Brown Jefferson Storm Drains Alleys Sidewalks Commercial Rehabilitation Streetscape $108,000 36,200 30,000 70,000 45,040 96,740 336,000 40,000 56,000 50,000 75,000 Mr. Salamone explained the scope of each project as listed, and indicated that the funds listed for storm drains would be utilized to acquire right-of-way. As further clarification, Mr. Evans, City Engineer, explained the possibility of acquiring the right-of-way at no cost and negotiations in existence with the AT&SF regarding such matter Council discussed the various projects, and Council Member Anear requested that such reports in the future contain operating costs for such projects. He again addressed the issue of an assessment district for Side- walk development Council approved the inclusion of the Jefferson Park School Development. It was moved and seconded that sidewalk construction be included. The motion failed for lack of a majority. t Council approved the inclusion of the alley project. I Council agreed that the remaining funds be utilized for streetscape improvements and development of Elm and - Grand. T COUNCIL y$ %7 MEMBERS Z. Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis X Kulchin Packard Cas 1 er Lewis Anear Kulchin X Packard Cas ler Lewis X Anear Kulchin Packard Casler X Lewis Anear Kul chin & - L MINUTES November 10, 1981 Paqe 5 - E: [! With the approval of the projects, by concensus of ’ Council, the following Resolution was considered to be adopted : RESOLUTION NO. 6719, =QUESTING FUNDING FOR EIGHTH YEAR BLOCK GRANT PROJECTS. Mayor Packard requested that staff pursue and report back to Council on the possibility of an assessment district being formed for sidewalk construction. 281 4. REORGANIZATION OF HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. The City Manager gave a brief report on the reorganiza- tion of the Housing and Redevelopment Department as contained in the Memorandum dated October 30, 1981, previously furnished to Council. -. He suggested that a workshop be held with the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee, Chamber of Commerce, and property owners in the near future to review programs in the works. Council concurred. RECESS: Mayor Packard called a recess at 8:11 P.M. and Council reconvened at 8:21 P.M. with all Council Members present. 301 5. FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT. Mr. Jim Elliott, Finance Director, with the aid of a flip chart, gave a report detailing the contents of the agenda bill previously distributed to Council. He also previewed the CIP process for Council and indicated that the next quarter report would contain any recommended corrective actions to the budget, if necessary. He concluded by explaining the recornended actions contained on the Agenda Bill. Council approved the reduction of estimated Revenues fox Building Permits by $150,000 to $560,000 from $710,000 based on reduced building activity for the first quarter; and approved fund transfer #34 transferring $52,000 from contingencies to General Fund Leases to cover the unbudgeted portion of parking lot lease pay- ments. 1 CLOSED SESSION: Council adjourned to closed session at 9:00 P.M. for the purpose of discussing litigation. Council reconvened at 9:32 P.M.. The Mayor announced that litigation had been discussed and no action taken. ADJOURNMENT : By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned at 9:32 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ALETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ City Clerk COUNCIL F %’ MEMBERS Z. Packard Casler Lewis Anear X Kulchin