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Home My WebLink About2001-03-20; City Council; Minutes (2)MINUTES MEETING OF : CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) DATE OF MEETING: MARCH 20,200l TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk, as follows: Present: Absent: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall. Finnila. LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION: Father Vern Walter offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Hall led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Minutes of the following meetings were unanimously approved as presented (with Council Members Kulchin and Nygaard abstaining from approval of the March 13, 2001 minutes due to their absence): Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 6, 2001 Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 6, 2001 Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 6, 2001 Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 13, 2001 Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held March 13, 2001 PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin read and presented a proclamation to each member of the Carlsbad High School Lancer Dancers in recognition of their national championship. Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 2 March 20,200l CONSENT CALENDAR: Council concurred to remove Item No. 1 for discussion. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Item #2, as follows: AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall. NOES: None. ABSENT: Finnila. WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 1. 2. AB #16,117 -APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF GREEN LED TRAFFIC SIGNAL LAMPS AND AGREEMENT WITH SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC This item was pulled for discussion. AB #16,118 -APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR FALSE ALARM TRACKING AND BILLING SERVICES. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-86, approving an agreement with Municipal Alarm Tracking for alarm tracking and fee collection. DISCUSSION OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS: 1. AB #I 6,117 - APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF GREEN LED TRAFFIC SIGNAL LAMPS AND AGREEMENT WITH SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC Julie Ross, Management Analyst, presented the staff report. She explained that green LED’s were just approved in January by Cal Trans. She also explained that if blackouts occur, due to the energy crises, most traffic lights will go dark and the police department will send staff to the intersections that do not have back up power. ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Nygaard, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-85 appropriating funds and approving the purchase of Green LED Traffic Signal Lamps and authorizing the execution of the Governmental Agency Participation Agreement with SDG&E. AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard, and Hall. NOES: None. ABSENT: Finnila. March 20,200 1 PUBLIC COMMENT Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 3 Michele Levy, 3021 Highland, spoke of the excellent service given by staff to the public. She expressed concern that there are two empty bookshelves in the Cole Library. She said that the Cole Library landscape project has caused problems because the work is being done during the rainy season. Ms. Levy noted that her concerns regarding the parking at the Cole Library and “checked out” videos are being addressed. Doug Chartier, 2697 Wilson Street, said that some businesses in the Village lose revenue during special events. Mr. Chartier said that most special event organizers have been sensitive to the merchants’ concerns and he asked that the streets be reopened as soon as possible after the completion of the Carlsbad 5000K. Dick Erhardt, 7329 Linden Terrace, complemented staff on the success of the Carlsbad Academy. Jim Whittaker, 4742 Inverness Court, Carlsbad, asked when the 30-day public comment period would begin for the Zone 19 Park. He asked that the senior center facilities be extended as well as lawn bowling offered at the park. PUBLIC HEARING 3. AB #16,119 - CT 00-09 - CHARLES JACOBS PROPERTY Mayor Lewis said that the applicant has requested a continuance to April 3, 2001. Mayor Lewis asked if anyone would like to speak who could not return on that date. No one asked to be heard. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council continued this public hearing to April 3, 2001. AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard, and Hall. NOES: None. ABSENT: Finnila. ADJOURNMENT TO THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING Mayor Lewis adjourned the Council meeting to the Carlsbad Municipal Water District Meeting at 6:24 p.m. with all members present, except Board Member Finnila. RECONVENE TO COUNCIL MEETING President Lewis adjourned the Municipal Water District Meeting at 6:25 p.m. and reconvened to the Council Meeting at 6:25 p.m. with all members present, except Council Member Finnila. March 20,200l Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 4 DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS 4. AB #16,120 - PROJECTS AND FUNDING ALLOCATIONS FOR 2001-2002 CDBGIHOME PROGRAM. Frank Boensch, Management Analyst, presented the staff report, Liz Carnes, 4435 Highland Drive, representing the Executive Board of the Boys’ and Girls’ Club, asked Council to provide funding for the Teen Center. Tom Anglin, 1554 Creek Street, San Marcos, Director of the North County Food Bank, expressed appreciation to Council for their continued support. Council discussion ensued regarding the importance of identifying funds for the Boys’ and Girls’ Club Teen Center and Join Hands Save a Life. Mayor Lewis said he would prefer discussing the issue at a Council meeting when all members are present, send the issue to a Council subcommittee and then have their recommendation brought back to Council. Ron Ball, City Attorney, said that staff would return with the appropriate documents. ACTION: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-88, selecting specific projects for funding under the 2001-2001 Community Development block Grant/HOME Program. Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall. None. Finnila. Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 6:42 p.m. Council reconvened at 6:47 p.m. with all members present, except Finnila. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS (continued) 5. AB#16,121 - PRESENTATION ON THE RESULTS OF THE PUBLIC OPINION SURVEY BY CAL STATE SAN MARCOS. Alan Risley, Associate Director, Social & Behavioral Research Institute, California State University San Marcos, reviewed the survey demographics, questions and results. Council concurred to receive and file the report. March 20,200l Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 5 6. AB #16,122 - CITYWIDE PAIRED COMPARISON OPINION SURVEY BY CAL STATE SAN MARCOS Alan Risley, Associate Director, Social & Behavioral Research Institute, California State University San Marcos, presented the staff report. In response to Council, Ray Patchett, City Manager, explained that the test question of what are the people willing to support through the General Fund Reserves, etc. is a question not contemplated in this agenda bill. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-89, authorizing the preparation of a citywide Paired Comparison Opinion Survey to be conducted by Cal State San Marcos Social and Behavioral Research Institute and appropriating funds. AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard, and Hall NOES: None. ABSENT: Finnila. 7. AB #16,112 - ENCINA POWER PLANT AIR POLLUTION ISSUES Citing a potential conflict of interest, Council Member Hall left the dais at 7:24 p.m. Frank Mannen, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report. In response to Council, Mr. Mannen said that the best solution is to install State-of-the-Art equipment in a new plant. However, Cabrillo Power is unable to make a firm commitment at this time. Therefore, Mr. Mannen said the most prudent course of action is to install pollution control technology known as the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR). Council discussion ensued that the mitigation fees should be returned to the power plant for additional mitigation measures rather than the purchase of natural gas busses. David Lloyd, Board Member of the Encina Power Plant, 7077 Surfbird Circle, explained that the air pollution program has been accelerated in order to install the equipment as soon as possible. However, they have been informed that due to the recent energy problems and blackouts, they will not be able to install the equipment in the near future. Mr. Lloyd explained their good faith efforts, but said the best answer is to install the infrastructure as soon as possible. He also described the mobile monitoring van and said they want to continue being good neighbors. Kerry Sickmann, 5239 El Arbol, expressed appreciation to Mr. Mannen and Bill Powers for their assistance in their presentation at the Air Pollution Control District Hearing. She spoke of the importance of installing the SCR as soon as possible. March 20,200 1 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 6 ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-81 approving an agreement with Powers Engineering for consulting services related to the Encina Power Plant air pollution issues. AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, and Nygaard. NOES: None. ABSENT: Hall. (Council Member Hall returned to the dais at 8:01 p.m.) COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: Council Member Hall said on March lgTH he attended the Buena Vista Lagoon Foundation Meeting at which the City of Vista submitted their resignation. Mayor Lewis said he would be attending the Metropolitan Water District meeting tomorrow morning. He noted that the County Water Authority recently moved into a new facility. Mayor Lewis noted that Council Member Hall Council Member Finnila would be absent from the Study Session scheduled for March 21”. Study Session to order at 11 a.m. on March 21”, Mayor Lewis said he would call the and then a decision can be reached whether to proceed with the Study Session. Mayor Lewis presented a brief summary of the roundtable meeting with Congressman Issa, staff and Council. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lewis announced that City Council Members have been invited and may be participating in the upcoming events: Wednesday, March 21,200l - 11 a.m. Carlsbad City Council Study Session City of Carlsbad Faraday Center 1635 Faraday Avenue Thursday, March 22, 2001 - 5:30 p.m. Kids Are Worth A Million Telethon Carlsbad Public Safety and Service Center 2560 Orion Way, Carlsbad. Friday, March 23, 2001 - 9:00 a.m. SANDAG Board of Directors Meeting SANDAG 401 B Street, Suite 800, San Diego March 20,200 1 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 7 ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued) Friday, March 23, 2001 - 5:00 p.m. Congressman Darrell lssa Open House Event North County Government Center 325 South Melrose Drive, Vista CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None. ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of March 20, 2001, was adjourned at 8:07 p.m. in memory of Dottie Bird. Respectfully submitted, LORRAINE M. WOOD City Clerk Janice Breitenfeld Deputy City Clerk