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Home My WebLink About2002-04-16; City Council; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF : CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) DATE OF MEETING: APRIL 16,2002 TIME OF MEETING: 6:OO p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:lO p.m. ROLL CALL was taken by the Assistant City Clerk, as follows: Present: Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Nygaard and Hall. Absent: None. LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION: Mayor Lewis offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin led the the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, Minutes of the following meetings were unanimously approved as presented, with Council Member Nygaard abstaining from the approval of the Minutes of March 5,2002 and March 26,2002, due to her absence at those meetings: Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 5, 2002. Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held March 5, 2002. Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 12, 2002. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 12, 2002. Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 21, 2002. Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 26, 2002. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 26, 2002. Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 27, 2002. Minutes of the Special Meeting held April 2, 2002. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held April 2,2002. PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Lewis introduced Fred Burnell, Public Works Supervisor, and presented him with Proclamations for “Trail Day”, April 20, 2002, and “Arbor Week“, April 22-26, 2002. Mayor Lewis introduced De’Anna Gullotta, who recently won the Mrs. California title, and Karissa Adame, who recently won the Miss Carlsbad title. Both expressed their gratitude and pleasure in representing residents of Carlsbad, and also expressed their willingness to participate in community service on behalf of the City. April 16,2002 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 2 ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Lewis announced that Council Members have been invited, and may be participating in the following events: City Council Study Session, Wednesday, April 17,2002, 11 a.m., at the City of Carlsbad Faraday Center, 1635 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, California. Celebration Event for Roberto Vigilucci’s Restaurants, Wednesday, April 17, 2002, 6 p.m., at 3664 Maria Lane, Carlsbad, California. Carlsbad Police Department Annual Volunteer Luncheon, Friday, April 19, 2002, 11:30 a.m., at the Carlsbad Public Safety and Service Center, 2560 Orion Way, Carlsbad, California. Celebrate the Stars Volunteer Recognition Event, Friday, April 19, 2002, 12:OO Noon, at the Grand Pacific Palisades Resort, 5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, California. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, Council affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Items #I through # 4 as follows: m: Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Nygaard and Hall, NOES: None. WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 1. AB # 16.719 - AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO INSTALL NEW GYMNASIUM EQUIPMENT AT CALAVERA COMMUNITY CENTER - CONTRACT NO. FACO2-15. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2002-1 17, approving contract documents, special provisions and specifications, and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bidsfor the installation of gymnasium equipment upgrades at Calavera Community Center, Contract No. FACO2-15. 2 AB #16.720 - RATIFICATION OF AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO EXTEND AND AMEND AGREEMENT WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR RANCHO SANTA FE ROAD. PROJECT NO. 3190. Council adopted RESOLUTION 2002-118, approving Ratification of Amendment No. 7 to extend and amend the agreement with Dokken Engineering for provision of professional engineering services for Rancho Santa Fe Road, Project No. 3190. April 16,2002 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 3 3. AB #16,721- NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE CHINQUAPIN SEWER LIFT STATION, 6-INCH FORCE MAIN AND 8-INCH SEWER, PROJECT NO, 34941. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2002-119, accepting the construction of the Chinquapin Sewer Lift Station, 6-inch Force Main and 8-inch Sewer, Project No. 34941, as complete, and directing the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion and release bonds in accordance with state law and city ordinances. 4. AB #16.722 "APPROVAL OFCHANGE'ORDER NO. 1 AND ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR POOL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CARLSBAD SWIM COMPLEX - CONTRACT NO. FACO2-12. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2002-120, approving Change Order No. 1 and allocating funds from the City Council Contingency Account to pay for pool improvements at the Carlsbad Swim Complex, Contract No. FAC02-12. ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: 5. AB #16.723 -AMENDMENT TO THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TIE VOTES. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council adopted ORDINANCE NO. NS-626, amending the Carlsbad Municipal Code, Section 1.20.370, to clarify the rules of procedure in the event of a tie vote. AYES: Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Nygaard, and Hall. NOES: None. Council Member Finnila stated that though she was absent when this issue was originally heard by the Council, she had reviewed the material from the meeting and is therefore able to vote on the matter. Mayor Lewis explained that though he had not supported the Ordinance when it was originally considered by the Council, he had voted with the majority of Council Members, at this meeting, to approve the Ordinance. PUBLIC COMMENT: Kristianne Kurner, P. 0. Box 2565, Carlsbad, the Manager of the New Village Arts Theater, addressed Council regarding her organization, stating that they had recently received their non-profit 501 C status. She explained the excellent quality of the productions that have been put on, which have included the work of some Broadway actors, and designers. Ms. Kurner stated that the group is currently looking for a short- term location for their next production, adding that a minimum of 1,000 square feet of space is needed for the period May 20,2002 through June 20,2002. Joan Kindle, 2622 El Aguila Lane, Carlsbad, addressed Council, explaining that she wished to celebrate the Mayor's year of good health. She noted that the Mayor's heart attack had occurred one year ago. Ms. Kindle stated that the Mayor is a good role April 16,2002 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 4 model for those who have have suffered a similar attack, and then presented a small gift to the Mayor. PUBLIC HEARING: 6. AB #16.724 - DECLARATION OF PUBLIC NUISANCES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE CITY'S WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM. The staff report was presented by Deputy Fire Marshall Martin Aguilera and Wild Land Officer Kelly Collier, as contained in the agenda bill. Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed public hearing at 6:37 p.m. and, seeing no one wishing to speak, closed the meeting. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2002-121, ordering the Fire Chief to abate nuisances by having weeds, rubbish, and refuse removed as part of the City's Weed Abatement Program. w: Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Nygaard, and Hall. NOES: None. ADJOURNMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING Mayor Lewis adjourned to the Special Meeting of the Municipal Water District Board of Directors at 6:38 p.m. ADJOURNMENT TO CARLSBAD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION President Lewis adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Commission at 7:lO p.m. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Chairman Lewis adjourned to the remainder of the City Council Meeting at 7:26 p.m. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS: 7. AB #16.725 -CITY OF CARLSBAD HIRING CENTER REPORT. The staff report was presented by Economic Development Manager Cynthia Haas and Administrative Secretary Barbara Nedros. Following the presentation, Council accepted the report by consensus. April 16,2002 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 5 COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: Council Member Finnila commented on a quality of life issue relating to Tri-City Medial Center, explaining that the hospital will consider eliminating certain services, including pediatric care, at their May meeting, and urged concerned citizens to contact the Medical Center to express their opinions. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None. ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of April 16,2002, was adjourned at 7:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted,