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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-04-12; City Council; MinutesF '. -1 I MINUTES (28) MEETING OF: CITY COUNCIL (Adjourned Regular) TIME OF MEETING: 6:OO P.M. DATE OF MEETING: April 12, 1983 F PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers COUNCIL * MEMBERS % CALL! M ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Casler at 6:02 P.M. Mayor Casler announced that the first item on the agenda was a joint meeting with the Design Review Board. ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk as follows: Design Review Board Members present: Marcus, Rombotis, Holmes, McCoy, and Schlehuber Council Members present: Casler, Lewis, Kulchin, Chick and Prescott 1. AI3 #7346 - JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TO DISCUSS REDEVELOPMENT. Chris Salomne, Comnity Redevelopment Manager, + introduced the matter by giving a brief history of redevelopment in the City of Carlsbad. He referenced the Design Manual and a wall map showing the six areas of the redevelopment area, and briefly described how the Design Manual addresses each area. He expressed the opinion that redevelopment is at a cross-roads, and it is time for some considerations to be given to architectural standards, land use objectives, and housing strategy. Charles Grim, of the Land Use Planning Department, mntinued with the report indicating some problems which occur when working with developers. He indicated that the developments are to be architecturally compatible, but there is no specific guidance on what is, or what is not, conpatible. He continued with the report stating that staff has found four areas of inconsistency between the redevelopent plan and the local coastal plan. He explained a problem recently experienced by a developer because of such an inconsistency. He suggested that staff be directed to process an amendment to the LB to address those inconsistencies, and noted that the State Coastal Comission staff had responded favorably to such an amendment. Architectural Standards Discussion related to the possibility of developing some general guidelines for acceptable architectural standards, and the possiblity of developing guidelines reflecting unacceptable architectural standards. Concern was also expressed abut using garish colors on buildings which are constructed in the sensitive areas of the redevelopment area. Reference was made to the two different architectural types reflected in the La Jolla Bank and the Twin Inns. It was noted that while both are attractive, such contrasting styles would not be appropria.te if the buildings were sitting next to I I l each other. $J 94% % A$% ' t. -. Yc MINUTES Page 2 \$ 5 COUNCIL % 94 11 13.. 1981 MEMBERS % $ General discussion by the Board and Council reflected agreement that individuality was possible in the architecture while maintaining compatibility with the neighboring buildings. It was also agreed that neutral colors, and conbinations thereof, should be used, rather than bright, garish colors. General agreement was also expressed on the desire to ' not restrict developers to a specific theme, or building type, but to allow flexibility as long as the buildings are compatible with the surrounding buildings. W Use Objectives and Housing Strategy General discussion reflected agreement that subsidized, or low income housing would not be appropriate in the redevelopment area, It was noted that residential development should be encouraged, however, and it may be appropriate for mixed uses in the area. It was noted that mixed uses would have to be considered at the time of the application and that there were no blanket approvals which could be given. A great deal of discussion related to parking in the redevelopment area. It was agreed that parking is a problem, and additional parking would be required. It was noted that the different areas of the redevelopment plan would need to be addressed separately according to land use in those specific areas; and that no blanket policy regarding parking could be established. It was suggested that an additional parking lot would be necessary in the redevelopment area, Also discussed was the desirablity versus the feasibility of having some landscaped open spaces in the downtown area. Discussion related to whether the City should purchase land and provide open space, or whether the developers, as part of the development, could provide some open space court yards for public use. LCP Council and the Board agreed that staff should process an amendment to the Local Coastal Plan to eliminate any inconsistencies with the redevelopment plan. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Casler adjourned the joint meeting with the Design Review Board at 7:05 P.M. RECESS : Mayor Casler called a recess at 7:05 P.M., and Council reconvened at 7:13 P.M., with all Council Menbers present. Mayor Casler requested, and Council concurred, that item number 3 be taken out of order and discussed at this .I_ time. h 4% \ # 6Y MINUTES (102) (32) (51) Page 3 COUNCIL \\i 5 %ygsT Ami1 12. 1983 MEMBERS Z. 8 Z. 3. AB #7348 - TRAFFIC SAFETY GRp;NT. The Police Chief, Vincent Jimno, gave a staff report summarizing the recomendations contained in the survey conducted by the Institute of Traffic Studies, University of California, Berkley. He also explained the costs associated with implementation of the remmndations, and requested Council approval of the application for a grant to he used in the implementation of the reconnnendations. He responded to Council questions regarding the additional traffic enforcement which would result from the proposed program, numbers of violations currently sited versus number of violations which my be sited under the new program, and overall intent and purpose. In response to further Council query, he indicated that the majority of the City contribution would be utilized for a one-time equipment purchase cost. He also indicated that the cost could not be absorbed in the existing Police Department budget, but would require an allocation of funds from another source. He also indicated that the new program would not turn into enforcement by a quota system. General Council discussion reflected favorably on the stated intent and purpose of the program; however, it was noted that there were not guarantees on the increased revenues, and any Council action should be based as though the City may eventually fund the entire Program. Council authorized staff to apply to the Office of Casler X Traffic Safety, State of California, for the two-year Lewis X $227,134 grant to be used for implementation of the Kulchin xx recomnendat ions contained in the survey conducted by the Chick X Institute of Traffic Studies, University of Prescott X California, Berkley. Casler X Council referred the study to the Traffic Safety L%iS X Comission for revue. Kulchin xx Chick X Prescott X 2. AB #7347 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPOIiTATION FEE SCHEDULE. The Fire Chief, Jim Thompson, gave an overview of the emergency medical transportation program as it exits, as outlined in the agenda bill. He explained the cost of the service, fees currently charged by the City as conpared with fees charged by other agencies, and the cost recovery based on the collection rate. He also stated that the hospitals used to replace any medication or supplies used, and then the hospital would bill the patient for same. The new policy, he noted, would change in that the hospitals would be charging the City for any replacement of drugs, medication, and supplies. r 88 MINUTES (71) (99) (45) Page 4 COUNCIL \\i 5 %yg~t 11 12. 1983 MEMBERS + r~ Z. General Council discussion reflected the desire to retain the current transporation charge for residents, but to include the charges for medication and supplies. Also discussed was the transportation charge for non- residents, and options available to those needing transportation to the hospital. In response to Council query, Don Krepps of the Fire Department explained the munts and percentages currently being reimbursed by Medicare. It was determined that the transportation fee of $55 for Casler residents remain, but that the costs for medication and -is xx supplies be added to the bill; and that the Kulchin X transportation fee for non-residents be increased from ai& X $75 to $130, and that costs of medications and supplies PreSC0t-b X also be added to those bills. 4. AB #7335 - CARLSBAD BOULEVARD BEACH PARKING LMT RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Following a brief introduction of the matter by the City Engineer, Roy Kackley, Bob Wojcik of the Engineering Department, with the aid of a slide presentation, reported on the damage to the parking lots along the beach. Mr. Kackley continued with the staff report by distributing a twelve page document containing the different alternatives and cost breakdown for each alternative method for repairing the parking lot. In amclusion, he referred to page 11 of the alternatives, and indicated that was staff's recomndation to repair the parking lot. In response to questions, he indicated that the recomnded alternative would restore 83 parking spaces where previously 153 spaces had been in existence. He also indicated that it might be possible to add some DG to expand the usable area and possibly restore 153 spaces, hwever, that cost had not been included in the recomended action. Following brief discussion, Council approved the Casler X recomndation of the City Engineer regarding the beach La& X parking lot reconstruction project as contained on page .Kulchin xx 11 of the information distributed to Council. Chick X Prescott X As futher clarification, the City Engineer indicated that staff would atteqt to save as many parking spaces as possible. 5, AB #7343 - ENGmERING PLAN CHECKING SERVICES. The City Engineer, Roy Kackley, gave a staff report on the matter as contained in the agenda bill, It was noted that the ordinance could be introduced, but a public hearing would be required prior to increasing the fees. In response to Council query, he indicated no personnel would be affected by this action. .' MINUTES 87 (99) Page 5 COUNCIL \\y 5 559 /o $,@%? A rll 12. 1983 MEMBERS Z. 6 Z. Council adopted the following resolution: Casler X Prescott X Chick xx Kulchin X Lewis X RESOLUTION NO. 7186, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD AND WILLDAN ASSOCIATES FOR ENGINEERING PLAN CHECK SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT. The following ordinance was introduced: X Prescott A"E;INT OF SECTION 20.08.050, ?o REVISE THE X Chick 20.08 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE xx Kulchin ORDINANCE NO. 9681, AMENDING TITLE 20, CHAPTER X Lewis X easier IMPROVEMENT PLAN REVIEW FEE. Council also directed staff to set the matter of the fee revision to public hearing for the Council Meeting of May 3, 1983. 6. AB #7326 - REVISIONS OF SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TO CONFORM WITH 1982 LEGISLATIVE CHANGES TO SUBDIVISION MAP ACT. Mr. Chick indicated that the item had been continued from the previous meeting in order to allow him an opportunity to speak to the City Attorney. He indicated that his concern had been pertaining to subsection (b) of section 20.44.130 of the proposed ordinance. He suggested that it my be desirable to include wording in the ordinance to allow Council to give greater than 10 percent credit for active recreational area. Council recognized Mr. Hiram Hoskin, 7307 San Luis, Carlsbad, Legislative Director of the Lakeshore Gardens Chapter of GSMOL. Mr. Hoskin requested that subsection (4)(d) of section 3 on page 2 of the proposed ordinance be deleted. In response, the City Attorney indicated that the wording for the subsection had been taken directly from the state law. Council recognized Mr. Bob Ladwig, Rick Engineering, Carlsbad. Mr. Ladwig referenced section 20.44.130 (b), and expressed concern that maxim credits which could be given for active recreational area is ten percent. He indicated that the state law didn't provide any limit, that staff recomndation was ten percent, and suggested that Council my wish to allow themselves the flexibility to give increased credit. Council discussion related to whether the wording should be included to allow the possibility for additional credit to be given, and ways for accoqlishing same. The following ordinance was adopted: Casler X Lewis X ORDINANCE No. 9680, AMENDING TITLE 20 OF THE SESSION. THE SUBDIVISION MAP ACT DURING THE 1982 LEGISLATIVE X PreSCOtt CHAPTERS AND SECTIONS To IMPLEMENT CHANGES MADE TO Chick BlRLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY THE "ENT OF VARIOUS xx Kulchin a- xfco (76) I MINUTES Page 6 \\y 5 COUNCIL % %' % Anvil 17- 1982 I $3 MEMBERS % COUNCIL mws : Outer Continental Shelf (Off Shore Drilling) Council Menber Prescott reported on the recent meeting of the SANDAG task force regarding the outer continental shelf, and the recent activities of same. Beach Council Menber Prescott suggested that Council consider having a workshop in the near future to determine what action will be taken regarding the beach. OFF AGENDA ITEM: Mayor Casler announced that she had received a request from Planning Comissioner Friestedt for the City to sponsor his attendance at a seminar, and she requested that the item be added to the agenda for Council action. Council unanimusly agreed to add the matter to the agenda for discussion and action. Mayor Casler stated that Mr. Friestedt was requesting City assistance in sponsoring his attendance at the Harvard Fifth Annual Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government. She indicated that the total cost for the two week program was $3600, but that his place of errrploymnt had indicated they would participate in the funding. She inquired whether Council desired to provide any financial assistance to Mr. Friestedt for his attendance, and act as sponsor, Council refused the request of Mr. Friestedt, and Casler xx determined not to provide financial support for Lewis X attendance at the program. KUlchin X Chick X CLOSED SESSION: Prescott X Council adjourned at 9:53 P.M. to a closed session, and Mayor Casler announced that litigation and labor negotiations would be discussed. Council reconvened at 10:18 P.M., and Mayor Casler announced that litigation and labor negotiations had been discussed, and no action had been taken. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned at 10:19 P.M. Respectfully submitted, City Clerk