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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
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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 :
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Present: Packard, Casler, Lewis, Anear and
Kulchin
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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