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MEETING OF : CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting)
DATE OF MEETING: JUNE 5,200l
TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Lewis offered the invocation and Council Member Kulchin led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk, as follows:
Present:
Absent:
Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Nygaard and Hall.
None.
PRESENTATION:
Mayor Lewis presented a proclamation to James Page for his years of service on the
Personnel Board.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On a motion by Council Member Nygaard, Minutes of the following meetings were
unanimously approved as presented:
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held April 10, 2001
Minutes of the Special Meeting held May 15, 2001
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held May 15, 2001
Minutes of the Special Meeting (Study Session) held May 16, 2001
Minutes of the Special Meeting held May 16, 2001
Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held May 15, 2001
(Due to their absences, the following abstentions were made as follows:
Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin abstained from approval of the May 15rh and 16’h minutes; and,
Council Member Hall abstained from approval of the May 16’h minutes.)
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Council Member Hall asked that the number of TGIF Jazz Concerts be increased to 11
and that this be considered during the 2001-2002 budget review. Council Member
Kulchin noted that the first concert of this season would be held at 6:00 p.m., on June
22, 2001, at Stagecoach Park
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ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Hall, Council affirmed the action of
the Consent Calendar, Items #I through # 13, 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. AB # 16,195 -AWARD OF CONTRACT TO PRODUCE TGIF JAZZ CONCERT
SERIES
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-148, approving a contract with Rob
Hagey Productions, Inc. to produce the TGIF Jazz In The Parks Concert Series
2. AB # 16, 196 - AUTHORIZATION TO ADERVISE FOR BIDS FOR THE 2000-01
PAVEMENT OVERLAY PROJECT - PROJECT NO. 3667-4
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-149, approving plans and
specifications, and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids for the
construction of the 2000/01 Pavement Overlay Project.
3. AB # 16,197 - NORTHEAST, SOUTHEAST AND SOUTHWEST QUADRANTS
PEDESTRIAN RAMP IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT NO. 3523-5
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-150, accepting the construction of the
Northeast, Southeast and Southwest Quadrants Pedestrian Ramp
Improvements as complete, and directing the City Clerk to record the Notice of
Completion and release bonds appropriately.
4. AB # 16, 198 - LIABILITY CLAIMS SETTLEMENT AUTHORITY.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO 2001-I 51, revising claims settlement
authority.
5. AB # 16,199 -APPROVAL OF ADJUSTMENT IN LEGAL FEES FOR OUTSIDE
SPECIAL COUNSEL ON REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING ISSUES.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-152, approving an agreement with the
law firm of Kane, Ballmer & Berkman regarding an adjustment of fees for legal
services.
6. AB # 16,200 - REALLOCATION OF SALARY RANGES AND REVISION OF
VARIOUS GENERAL EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-I 53, reallocating salary ranges,
revising classification descriptions; and amending the General Employee’s
Salary Schedule
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AB # 16,201 - AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE WORK OF
CONCRETE REPLACEMENT - CONTRACT NO. STS 2001-01
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-I 54, approving contract documents
and special provisions, and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids for the
work of concrete replacement.
AB # 16,202 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS.
Council accepted the report from the City Treasurer on the status of the City’s
investment portfolio as of April 30, 2001.
AB # 16,203 -VACATION OF PORTIONS OF PINE AVENUE AND LINCOLN
STREET - STV 00-01
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-I 55, summarily vacating portions of
Pine Avenue and Lincoln Street.
AB # 16,204 -APPROVAL OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE
ISLAND @ CARLSBAD FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TRAFFIC SIGNAL.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-I 56, approving a reimbursement
agreement with the “Island @ Carlsbad” for the construction of a traffic signal.
AB # 16,205 -APPROVAL OF A MASTER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-157, approving an agreement with
GVP Consultants for professional engineering services.
AB # 16,206 - REJECT10 OF A PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE A
NEW REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SENIOR CENTER MEAL SERVICES.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-158, rejecting a proposal and
authorizing the issuance of a new Request for Proposal for Senior Center Meal
Services.
AB # 16,207 -APPROVAL OF A CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR EXECUTIVE
RECRUITMENT SERVICES.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2001-159, approving an agreement with
Hughes, Perry & Associates for executive recruitment consulting services.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Diana Sheer, Executive Director, Carlsbad Village Business Association (CVBA), PO
Box 1460, Carlsbad, said the proposed Sign Ordinance is ambiguous and should have
more latitude. She asked for the opportunity for the CVBA to meet with staff to address
their concerns.
In response to Council, Ron Ball, City Attorney, said he met with the CVBA on May gth
and explained the processing of the Sign Ordinance and that it will not be in effect in
the redevelopment area. He reiterated and said that the Planning Commission will
review the Sign Ordinance and then it will come to Council for final consideration. He
explained that another set of proceedings will go before the Design Review Board and
then return to the Housing and Redevelopment Commission for an update to the Village
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area. Mr. Ball explained that A-Frame signs will not be permitted in the Sign Ordinance,
but the future amendment to the Village Master Plan will address alternatives to the A-
Frame signs. Mr. Ball said staff’s intent is to strengthen the current sign ordinance and
increase its enforceability.
Council concurred to schedule a future workshop for the Village Area, prior to the
proposed sign ordinance coming to Council.
John Taylor, a resident of Carlsbad, described the program in the school system
named, “Destination Imagination”. He announced that the participants earned the
opportunity to advance to the National Finals on May 23-27, 2001. Mr. Taylor said they
have raised $7,000 and are $3,000 short of their fundraising goal. He asked Council to
authorize a donation.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
14. AB # 16,208 - GPA 00-08 - DESIGNATION OF A CITY PARK SITE WITHIN THE
CARLSBAD RESEARCH CENTER - SP 180(F), AND UPDATING THE GENERAL
PLAN PARKS INVENTORY FOR THE NORTHEAST QUADRANT.
Eric Munoz, Senior Planner, presented the staff report. He noted that the focus effort is
to mitigate the removal of the existing ballfield by providing an interim facility in Zone 5.
In response to Council, Doug Duncanson, Public Works Manager, said that
construction for the ballfield would begin prior to the construction of the facility0, and
that the ballfield would be available in October. He noted that parking for the new site
will be to the east of the ballfield and described the orientation of the new, temporary
ballfield.
Mayor Lewis noted that this new ballfield would be temporary until the entire parcel is
master planned.
Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed public hearing at 6:45 p.m. and asked if anyone
wished to speak on this matter.
Pru Sweeney, President of Evans Point Homeowners’ Association, 2349 Longfellow
Road, said they are working with staff to eliminate on-street parking on Milton Road.
She said they would like to participate in the development of the master plan of the
park. Ms. Sweeney expressed concern that the temporary ballfield will be installed and
then removed to be relocated to a permanent location on the parcel.
John Bertoldi, 2253 Masters Road, asked why this park site is needed, if there will be a
park site on Faraday Avenue. He said that the proposed lot for the new park site is an
inappropriate location. Mr. Bettoldi suggested that Mercario Canyon would be a more
appropriate location.
In response, Mayor Lewis explained that Veterans Park in Mercario Canyon will be a
passive park and was never intended to be an active park. Council Member Hall
explained that the park on Faraday Avenue and Veterans Park are needed to meet the
standards in the Growth Management Plan.
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In response to Council, Mr. Munoz said that funds have been collected from the
industrial businesses earmarked for a park site. Mr. Munoz also described the park
standard of 3 acres per thousand people and how the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) is addressed in the park standard.
Giovanni Bertussi, Jr., 2265 Masters Road, asked if lighting is planned for the ballfield.
He said the lot is too steep for a ballfield and parking is a big concern. He asked that a
detailed drawing of the plans be provided to the public.
Seeing no one else wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing at 7:00 p.m.
Council Member Nygaard asked that neighbors and the mobile home park residents be
included in the design of the park master plan. She expressed concern that 20 parking
spaces will be inadequate.
Mayor Lewis spoke of the importance of being sensitive to the neighborhood.
In response to Council, Mr. Munoz said that the ballfield would not be lighted.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council introduced
ORDINANCE NO. NS-585, amending the Carlsbad Research Center
Specific Plan (SP 180-E) to designate a park site on the southeast corner
of Camino Hills Drive and Faraday Avenue in Local Facilities management
Zone 5 and amen signage requirements
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ACTION:
Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
None.
Finnila
On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION
NO. 2001-160, approving an update to the parks inventory of the Parks
and Recreation Element of the General Plan (GPA 00-08) and Negative
Declaration to designate a park site on Lot 96 (SP 180-F) in Local
Facilities Management Zone 5.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
ADJOURNMENT TO HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
Mayor Lewis adjourned to the Special Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment
Commission at 7:06 p.m. with four members present and Commissioner Finnila absent.
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Chair Lewis adjourned to the continuation of the Carlsbad City Council Meeting at 7:07
p.m. with all members present, except Council Member Finnila.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CIN MANAGER REPORT (CONTINUED)
15. AB #16,209 - SUPERVISORIAL REDISTRICTING
Natasha Hagaman, Management Intern, presented the staff report. She also reviewed
a series of power point presentations, on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
Council concurred to support the entire City of Carlsbad being in one district. Mayor
Lewis asked that each Council Member submit to him their preference in districts.
16. AB #16,210 - COMMUNITY ACTIVITY GRANTS FUNDING FOR BOYS & GIRLS
CLUB
Cheryl Gerhardt, Senior Accountant, presented the staff report. She also reviewed a
series of power point presentations, on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
Council discussion ensued regarding the allocating $50,000 from the General Fund, in
matching funds, to be equally shared by each agency. Council also spoke of the
importance of all agencies becoming more competitive for funds during the CDBG
Committee’s Review.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Nygaard that Council approve the
allocation of $50,000 (of matching funds) from the General Fund to be
shared evenly with the Boy’s & Girls Club and John Hands-Save a Life;
and direct the CDBG Committee to review the recommendation criteria
and return to Council with a report of their findings.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
17. AB #16,211 - REVISED SAN DIEGO COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE
BY REFENCE
Ron Ball, City Attorney, presented the staff report. In response to Council, he explained
that the proposed ordinance would require dogs on private property to be in a contained
area.
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ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council introduced
ORDINANCE NO. NS-586, amending Title 7, Chapter 7.08 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code to adopt by reference the recently revised San
Diego County Code of Regulatory Ordinances dealing with rabies, animal
control and regulations and to specify the penalties for violation.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
18. AB 316,212 - REQUIREMENT OF SPECIAL WARNING SIGNS ON ICE CREAM
TRUCKS AND PROHIBITION OF VENDING FROM ICE CREAM TRUCKS IN
CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES
Cindee McMahon, Deputy City Attorney, presented the staff report. She noted that
corrected Page 2, 4 and 5 of the ordinance had been distributed to Council just prior to
this meeting.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council introduced
ORDINANCE NO. NS-587, amending Chapter 8.32 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code to require warning signs on ice cream trucks and prohibit
vending from ice cream trucks in certain circumstances.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
19. AB #16,213 - REVISION OF THE DENSITY PER DWELLING UNIT OF THE
PARKLAND DEDICATION FORMULA TABLE
Ron Ball, City Attorney, noted that the staff report incorrectly indicates that Ordinance
No. NS-588 is being presented to Council for adoption. He explained that tonight it is
being presented for introduction and will be placed on a future agenda for adoption.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council introduced
ORDINANCE NO. NS-588 amending Section 20.44.040 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code to revise the density per dwelling unit of the parkland
dedication formula table.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
20. AB #16,214 - 2001 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
Joe Garuba, Management Analyst, and Natasha Hagaman, Management Intern, made
a power point presentation (on file in the City Clerk’s Office) and reviewed the staff
report.
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ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin that Council adopt the 2001 City
Legislative Platform as presented.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
21. AB #16,169 - HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPOINTMENT
Mayor Lewis recommended that Dorothy Dudley Muth be reappointed to the Historic
Preservation Commission.
ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin that Council adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-131 reappointing Dorothy Dudley Muth to the
Carlsbad Historic Preservation Commission for a term to expire in April,
2005 in the category of “a different recognized expertise in architecture,
archeology, history, biology, engineering or geology or related field”.
AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Nygaard and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Finnila
COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS:
Council Member Nygaard reminded everyone that Box Canyon is private property.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of June 5, 2001 was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Janicd Breitenfeld
Deputy City Clerk