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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-03-18; City Council; Minutes0 0 MINUTES MEETING OF : CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) DATE OF MEETING: March 18,1997 TIME OF MEETING: 6:OO p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Meeting to order at 630 p.m. ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk, as follows: Present: Mayor Lewis, Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council Members Nygaard, Kulchin and Hall INVOCATION was given by Gary Harr, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Carlsbad. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Council Member Nygaard. PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Lewis presented a proclamation to representatives of Lifeline Community Services in recognition of their work. Mayor Lewis presented a proclamation to Ms. Kathleen Wellman, in recognition of her “Caring Residents” program. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION: On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council unanimously affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Items #1 through #4, as follows: WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 99 1. AB #14,089 - APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP FOR CARLSBAD TRACT 94-3, AVIARA 81 PLANNING AREA 15. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 97-101, approving the final map for Carlsbad Tract No. 94- 3, Aviara Planning Area 15; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 97-102, approving a Quit Claim Deed for a portion of an existing open space easement, Aviara Planning Area 15, CT 94-03, PR 3.7.81. 0 0 March 18, 1997 CITY COUNCIL, Page 2 95 2. AB #14,090 - ACCEPTANCE OF CONSTRUCTION OF MAGNOLIA AVENUE, VALLEY 45 STREET AND PARK DRIVE SIDEWALKS, PROJECT NO. 3391-3. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 97-103, accepting the Magnolia Avenue, Valley Street and Park Drive Sidewalks, as complete and directed the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release bonds in accordance with state law and city ordinances. 40 3. AB #14,091- ACCEPTANCE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BUILDING RE-ROOF, 45 CONTRACT NO. CS 96-2. Council accepted the work in accordance with Contract No. CS 96-2 as complete, and directed the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion and to release the bonds in accordance with state law and city ordinances. 84 4. AB #14,093 - AWARD OF BID FOR PURCHASE OF A MOBILE LIFT SYSTEM. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 97-104, accepting a bid and authorized the purchase of a mobile lift system from Automotive Resources Inc. ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION: 67 5. AB #14,094 - AMENDMENT OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT RIDING A SKATEBOARD, ROLLER SKATES OR ROLLERBLADES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS. Dr. Mark Packard, 1807 Oak Avenue, Carlsbad, a member of the School Board, spoke in favor of this ordinance. ACTION: On motion by Mayor Pro Tern Finnila, Council introduced ORDINANCE NO. NS- -7 399 adopting an amendment to Title 10, Chapter 10.58 of the Code to prohibit skateboarding on public school grounds when posted. AYES: Lewis, Finnila, Nygaard, Kulchin and Hall // // // // I/ 11 // // // // I/ // // 0 0 March 18, 1997 CITY COUNCIL Page 3 ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION: 30 6. AB #14,092 - MODIFICATION TO THE BUILDING CODE TO PREVENT THE USE OF WOOD SHAKES AND SHINGLES AS ROOF COVERINGS. Bill Hendricks, Sacramento, CA., representing Chemco and the fire retardant shake roofrng industty, spoke in favor of “treated” wood shakes, against “untreated” wood shakes, and urged the Council to consider modiflmg the ordinance to allow “treated” wood shake roof coverings. Scott Wilson, 4728 Delia Place, Oceanside, spoke in favor of “treated” wood shakes and requested that the Council, in their deliberations, give the homeowner the option of choosing the roofing best suited to their needs. ACTION: On motion by Mayor Pro Tern Finnila, Council adopted ORDINANCE NO. NS- - 398, amending Title 18, Section 1 and Section 18.04.230 of the Municipal Code, prohibiting wood shakes and shingles as roof coverings for new or replacement roofs. AYES: Lewis, Finnila, Nygaard, Kulchin and Hall PUBLIC COMMENT: There were no requests to address Council. PUBLIC HEARING: 105 7. AB #14,095 - PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING 1997-98 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT/HOME PROGRAM. Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 0:OO p.m. Marva Bledsoe, Executive Director of the Women’s Resource Center, outlined the activities of the Center over the past year and urged that the Council support the CDBG funding committee’s recommendation for the Women’s Resource Center. John Bwnette, Executive Director of the North County Council on Aging, suggested that the Council examine the current CDBG evaluation process as, in his opinion, it does not seem to be as fair and equitable as it could or should be. Alisa Santos, representing North County Health Services, described the services provided by this non-profit organization and asked that the funds requested be approved and awarded to North County Health Services. Scott Bradshaw, Operations Manager at Lifeline Community Services, reviewed the many services and assistance programs provided by Lifeline and urged the Council’s support of the CDBG funding recommendation. John Landsburger, resident of Fraternity House at 20702 Elfin Forest Rd., Escondido, explained the circumstances of his acceptance by the Fraternity House and requested as much funding as possible for the organization. 0 0 March 18, 1997 CITY COUNCIL Page 4 Gayle McNeeley, 65620 First Ave., San Diego, Executive Director of Fraternity House & the soon to be opened, Michelle House. Mr. McNeeley outlined the goals of both Fraternity House and Michelle House and asked that their funding requests be granted. Ann Fate, 1650 Oak Ave., Carlsbad, President of Caring Residents of Carlsbad. Ms. Fate described La Posada de Guadalupe homeless men’s shelter and asked that the requested funds be awarded to their organization. Robert J. Moser, Ph.D, representing Catholic Charities of San Diego, thanked the City of Carlsbad for their past support and urged the granting of new funds for Caring Residents of Carlsbad. Ann King, Executive Director for the Community Resource Center, updated the Council on how last year’s CDBG funds were used, spoke of the goals set for the coming year, and urged CDBG funding as requested. Sandra Osborne, Director of Development for Casa de Amparo, spoke of the services and accomplishments of Casa and urged the granting of new CDBG funds. Kitty Burbridge, Executive Director of EYE Counseling and Crisis Services, 1100 Sport Fisher Dr., Oceanside, described their services, goals and planned improvements. Ms. Burbridge thanked the City for it’s past support, and urged the granting of new funds for the current year. Bill Finley, Encinitas, representing Meals on Wheels-Greater San Diego, explained that this organization was formerly known as Senior Adult Services and the name was legally changed to Meals on Wheels-Greater San Diego to more adequately explain the services. Mr. Finley described the average client and hisher need for the help provided by Meals on Wheels, and urged the granting of CDBG funds. Victoria Maddock, 1440 Oak Dr., Vista, representing YMCA-02, North Coast. She acknowledged past support for the OZ project, described the facility and the services, and requested that new funding be granted. Michelle Davis, Coordinator for Community Health Care Advisory Councils, Tri-City Medical Center, Oceanside, outlined the need for Health Services in Carlsbad and spoke in support of the request for funds by North County Health Services. Ms. Davis also requested re-consideration of the denial of funding for the Vista Community Clinic’s “Postponing Sexual Involvement Program”. She pointed out the need (and the success) of this program and encouraged the Council to provide CDBG funding for this project. David Stiles, 4220 La Piiiata Way, #23 1, Oceanside, Assistant to the Executive Director of the Western Institute Foundation for Mental Health, described the organization and it’s services and urged CDBG funding as requested. He also stated that approximately 2 1% of their 6,000 participants are Carlsbad residents. Carman Cedola, 7029 Ivy St., Carlsbad, Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad, spoke in support of the Community Health Care Advisory Council’s request for funding for the “Postponing Sexual Involvement Program. Spealung on behalf of the Boys and Girls Club, Mr. Cedola referred to a recent article in the North County Times regarding the club’s teen program, outlined two programs for which funding has been requested, and urged the Council to endorse the recommendations of the CDBG Funding Committee in favor of the Boys and Girls Club. Frank Sereno, representing Join Hands to Save a Life/Gang Prevention, addressed the concerns of his organization, outlined the proposed uses for the CDBG funds and urged approval of the committee’s funding recommendation. e 0 March 18, 1997 CITY COUNCIL Page 5 Mayor Lewis closed the Public Hearing at 7:46 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila stated Council had received comments made in Public Hearing regarding the Housing and Community Development needs of low and moderate income people, and the item would be placed on a subsequent agenda for Council discussion and action. RECESS : Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 758 p.m. and reconvened at 8:08 p.m., with all Council Members present. CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING: Council adjourned to the Carlsbad Municipal Water District Meeting at 8:08 p.m. and re-convened at 8: 10 p.m., with all Council Members present. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS: 72 8. AB #14,096 - ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM. Council Member Hall stated he would not participate in the discussion or action on this item, due to a conflict of interest, and he left the dais. Eric Carr, 159 Sequoia Ave., Carlsbad, voiced his absolute opposition to the parking permit program. He called it a form of punishment and stated that it is not fair that the residents should have to pay for parking controls related to the Sandbar andor other commercial activities. Ron Ballard, resident of 421 1 Beach Bluff Rd., Carlsbad, and the owner of a property on Garfield St., Carlsbad, stated his opposition to the permit parking plan and suggested that the crux of the problem is with the Sandbar. He added that the simple solution to the parking problem is to eliminate the source by taking away it’s liquor license and forcing the restaurant’s closure. Mr. Ballard asked that the Council not make their decision, for two weeks, and allow him time to bring back signatures in opposition to the program. Rita Cerv, 159 Sequoia Ave., Carlsbad, since 1940, stated her opposition to the parking permit program and that she feels it is very unfair to expect the residents to pay a fee to recti@ a problem caused by a commercial source. ACTION: On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council introduced ORDINANCE NO. NS- 401, amending Title 10, Chapter 10.40, of the Code by the amendment of Section 10.40.041 to establish parking prohibitions and restrictions on Carlsbad Boulevard, between Cherry Avenue and Redwood Avenue, between the hours of 2:OO a.m. and 6:OO a.m. AYES: Lewis, Finnila, Nygaard and Kulchin NOES: None ABSENT: Mall e 0 March 18, 1997 CITY COUNCIL, Page 6 ACTION: A motion by Mayor Lewis, to introduce ORDINANCE NO. NS-400, amending Title 10 of the Code by the addition of Chapter 10.60 to establish a Residential Permit Parking Program failed due to a lack of a majority. AYES: Lewis and Kulchin NOES: Finnila and Nygaard ABSENT: Hall ACTION: A motion by Mayor Lewis, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 97-105, authorizing Permit Parking on portions of public streets in the beach area failed due to a lack of a majority. AYES: Lewis and Kulchin NOES: Finnila and Nygaard ABSENT: Hall ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of March 18, 1997, was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~.~L;J”ac3 ALETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ, City Clerk I