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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-06-15; City Council; Minutes (2)I i 0 0 MINUTES .- JOINT MEETING OF : THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL, MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, AND HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (Special) DATE OF MEETING: June l&l999 TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor/President/Chairman Lewis called the Meeting to order at 6:58 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Council/Board/Commissioners Lewis, Hall, Finnila, Nygaard Absent: Council/Board/ Commissioner Kulchin APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: The Council/Board/Commission waived the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting. PUBLIC HEARING: 29 Pink Green 7. AI3 #15.261- 1999-2000 OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGETS. Director of Finance Lisa Hildabrand, Senior Accountant Helga Stover and Senior Accountant Cheryl Gerhardt, gave an overview of the budget and highlighted the following issues received at the citizen’s workshop: 1) The acquisition of Pine School 2) Sidewalks 3) Canillo Ranch building deterioration 4) A new civic pool 5) Street lights and street furniture for the Village 6) Habitat Management Plan (HMP) education Mayor/President/Chairman Lewis opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 7:20 p.m. Jeff Breake, 1044 Beacon Bay Drive, stated he did not see an expenditure in the budget for the build out of Poinsettia Park and asked that this park be completed soon. He also noted that the trees are not being maintained at the park site. Jan Sobel, CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, asked that future budgets consider incentive funding for those firms that reduce traffic in the City. She stated that 17 firms along with the City and the Chamber are working to reduce traffic trips. Wesley Radoycich, 2620 El Aguila Lane, asked for support for the Carrillo Ranch. He referenced a letter from Alan Kindle, (this letter is on file in the Office of the City Clerk) outlining concerns for the Ranch. Barbara Kirsten and Rose Mori, 3 129 and 3 127 Hataca Road, described water drainage problems in their neighborhood and asked for budget support to alleviate this condition. They also asked for the City to take responsibility for some of the water issues. JOINT SPECIAL MEET II@ OF THE CITY COUNCIL, WATER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Page 2 George Gray, 9720 Olivida Street, publicity co-chair of Los Califomianos, described the mission of his organization and asked for priority support in the current budget for the Carrillo Ranch. Gary Hill, 3289 Donna Drive, the Carlsbad Volunteer Trails Co-ordinator, asked for funding for the educational component of the HMP, suggesting that the Agua Hedionda Nature Center be used as the educational site. He explained that brochures, signs, and educational classes would be needed to bring the Plan to the public. Bonnie Dominguez, 4378 Adams, described the 4’h grade educational programs involving Carrillo Ranch and asked for a higher funding priority for the Ranch within the 1999-2000 budget, and for additional project staff to expedite the completion of the Ranch and its opening to the public. Joan Kindle, 2622 El Aguila Lane, stated that 18 months have passed since the approval of the Carrillo Ranch Master Plan approval and that no work has begun. She stressed that Deedie’s House has deteriorated and may not survive the seasonal rains that begin in November. She stated that she would like a timeline to accompany the dedicated funding and she emphasized that the goals of the Ranch will need more staff. Michael Farrar, 4747 Marina Drive, representing the PAL Shuttle and Trolley, presented a proposal for the PAL Shuttle and Trolley, describing their routes in the Community and asking for $350,000 for his Green and Red Lines and $150,000 for the Blue Line. Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor/President/Chairman Lewis closed the Public Hearing at 8:43 p.m. The Council/Board/Commission discussed the following budget requests: The PAL Shuttle and Trolley ACTION: By consensus, staff was directed to investigate methods of assisting the PAL/Shuttle Service that do not compete with the North County Transit District services, on both a short term basis, and if the venture is successful, for a longer term. Carrillo Ranch - Mark Steyaert, Parks Engineer explained the timing issues of Carrillo Ranch. He stated that $376,000 is allocated in the 1999-2000 budget for Phase II which will ultimately allow public access to the park. He also explained that a Conditional Use Permit, taking 4 to 6 months, is needed prior to final design and after that period construction on the Ranch can begin. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Steyaert stated that perimeter wall construction will take place in the next week and this work will take 3 months. He also indicated that in 1 to 2 months after wall construction staff will address the preservation of Deedie’s house. Mr. Steyaert clarified that starting in 2001, at the end of Phase II, the Ranch will be open to the public and tours will be available. HMP Education Promam - Michael Holzmiller, Director of Planning, indicated that the Phase I study would be budgeted if the Habitat Management Plan is approved by the Wildlife Agencies. I JOINT SPECIAL MEET Ii@ OF THE CITY COUNCIL, WATER TRICT, HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Page 3 Volunteer Trail Prozram ACTION: By consensus, staff was directed to return with a report on ways to assist with the program. Water Drainage in La Costa - Dave Hauser, Assistant City Engineer, stated that $210,000 in the 1999- 2000 budget had been allocated to investigate and study the ground water problems in several area of the City as well as La Costa. He stated that prior to repair, the City needs to come up with solutions and a develop a priority list. Mr Hauser also explained City, owner and developer responsibilities in drainage issues. Poinsettia Park - Mark Steyaert, Parks Engineer, explained the timeline for Poinsettia Park, stating that Phase IA had been moved up one year. He stated the gym would be built in 2003-4. Swim Comulex ACTION: By consensus, staff was directed to return with a report on the possibility and costs for additional pool hours, as well as the possibility of contracting with other organizations that have pool facilities such as Olympic Resort and the Boys and Girls Club which could be utilized for organized swims such as Masters or Water Polo. Acauisition of Pine School - Mayor Lewis stated that the City is in negotiation for acquisition of the Pine School to be used as a Park in the Northwest Quadrant. Sidewalks - Council decided that no action will be taken on construction of sidewalks on Highland and Adams citing the preservation of the community’s historic past. Enforcement Issues Along the Sea Wall - Police Chief Bob Vales reported that there have been few complaints about skateboarders and bicyclists in the Sea Wall area. He also stated that animal control issues are minimal and he is working closely with Animal Control and that a report is forthcoming. Roosevelt from Carlsbad Village Drive to Walnut Street Lighting and Street Furniture in the Village - Dave Hauser, Assistant City Engineer, stated that the 1999-2000 Budget contains money for a downtown lighting study with completion by next quarter. Debbie Fountain, Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Department stated that Housing and Redevelopment has money to purchase benches, trash cans, banners, and other items to improve the downtown area. Emnlovee Commuter Program ACTION: By consensus, Council agreed that the funds for the Employee Computer Purchase Program should be increased from $100,000 to $200,000 in this years budget for a total program allocation of $350,000. Combining of Insnection and Plancheck Functions ACTION: By consensus, Council requested a report on the possibility of combining Fire Inspection and Building Plancheck services. *. . JOINT SPECIAL MEET r@ OF THE CITY COUNCIL, TRICT, HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Page 4 Rail Trail - Mayor Pro Tern Hall stated that although he supports the Rail Trail he believes it needs to be driven by a Master Plan of the corridor, and until this document is drawn up he can not support the Project. BUDGET ADOPTION: ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern/Vice-President/Vice Chair Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 99-218, adopting the Final Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program for the Fiscal Year 1999-2000 for the City of Carlsbad, establishing controls on changes in appropriations for the various funds, amended to include additional funding for the Employee Computer Purchase Loan Program; and, the Board adopted RESOLUTION NO. 1056, adopting the Operating and Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 1999-2000; and, the Commission adopted RESOLUTION NO. 310, adopting the Operating Budget of the Redevelopment Agency and Housing Authority for Fiscal Year 1999-2000; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 99-219, establishing the 1999-2000 appropriation limit for the City of Carlsbad as required by Article XIIIB of the California State Constitution and State Law; and, the Board adopted RESOLUTION NO. 1057, establishing the 1999-2000 appropriation limit for the Water District as required by Article XIIIB of the California State Constitution and State Law; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 99-220, adopting the Master Fee Schedule and establishing the fees for General City Services, Development- Related Services and Developmental Impact Fees. AYES- A NOES: Lewis, Hall, Finnila, Nygaard None. ADJOURNMENT OF THE JOINT THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL, MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, AND HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT MEETING: By proper motion, the Joint Special Meeting of June 15, 1999, was adjourned at 8:53 p.m., to the continuation of the City Council Meeting. Respectfully submitted, ALETHA L. RAUTENISRANZ City Clerk/ Secretary to the Board Lorraine M. Wood Deputy City Clerk