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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-12-16; City Council; Minutes (2)MINUTES MEETING OF : DATE OF MEETING: DECEMBER 16,2003 TIME OF MEETING: 6:OO p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Meeting to order at 6:OO p.m. ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk, as follows: Present: Absent: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION: Mayor Lewis offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Packard led the Pledge of Allegiance. PROCLAMATIONS: Representatives from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California presented a check in the amount of $20,000.00 to representatives of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation. Lorraine Wood, City Clerk, CMC, presented a pin and placque to Isabelle Paulsen, Deputy City ClerWAdministrative Secretary, in recognition of achieving Certified Municipal Clerk status. Council Member Packard presented a proclamation to Scot Pieratt in recognition of his 9 years of service on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Council Member Hall presented a proclamation to Art Serrin in recognition of his 8 years of service on the Senior Commission. CONSENT CALENDAR: Item Nos. 1 and 2 were pulled for discussion. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Items #3 through #I 5, as follows: AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 2 WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. AB #17,407 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. This item was pulled for discussion. AB #17,408 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. This item was pulled for discussion. AB #I 7,409 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Council accepted the City Treasurer‘s report on City investments as of November 30,2003. AB #17,410 -APPROVAL OF GRANT REQUESTS. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-328, approving City administrative charges and three grant requests from the Carltas Company for research projects intended to ensure long-term productivity of the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, and authorizing the appropriation of funds. AB #17,411 -AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR NORTH 3809-1. BATIQUITOS LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS, PACKAGE “A”, PROJECT NO. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-329, approving plans and specifications and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids for construction of the North Batiquitos Lift Station Improvements. AB #17,412 -APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF FORD TRUCKS. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-330, approving the purchase of five Ford trucks from Ken Grody Ford. AB #17,413 - EL CAMINO REAL SEWER CONSTRUCTION, PROJECT NO. 3891. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-331 accepting bids, increasing the appropriation and awarding the contract to Beador Construction for the construction of the El Camino Real Sewer from Tamarack Avenue to Chestnut Avenue. AB #17,414 -ADOPTION OF REVISED SALARY SCHEDULE FOR GENERAL EMPLOYEES. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-332, adopting Resolution No. 2003- 332, approving a revised salary schedule effective January 1, 2004, for classifications represented by the Carlsbad City Employees’ Association. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 3 9. AB #17,415 -ADOPTION OF REVISED SALARY SCHEDULE FOR FIRE EMPLOYEES. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-333, approving a revised salary schedule effective January 1, 2004, for classifications represented by the Carlsbad Firefighters’ Association. IO. AB #17,416 - REVISIONS TO CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 64 - WIRELESS COMMUNI CAT I ON FAC I L IT1 ES. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-334, approving minor revisions to City Council Policy No. 64 regarding wireless communication facilities. 11. AB #17,417 - FINAL MAP, CARLSBAD TRACT 01-04, CALAVERA HILLS PHASE II, VILLAGE “U”. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-335, approving the final map for CT 01-04, Calavera Hills Phase II, Village “U”, and authorizing the map to be recorded. 12. AB #17,418 - FINAL MAP, CARLSBAD TRACT 01-05, CALAVERA HILLS PHASE II, VILLAGE “W”. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-336, approving the final map for CT 01-05, Calavera Hills Phase II, Village “W”, and authorizing the map to be recorded. 13. AB #17,420 -AUTHORIZATION OF ACCESS TO FBI, STATE, AND LOCAL CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-341, authorizing the Human Resources Director to have access to FBI, state, and local criminal history information for employment of classifications performing arson investigation. 14. AB #17,421 - RECLASSIFICATION OF PURCHASING OFFICER. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-342, approving the reclassification of the position of Purchasing Officer to Finance Manager, and amending the management salary schedule and Conflict of Interest Code. 15. AB #17,422 -ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT ON CAPITAL FUNDS SUBJECT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 66006 AND 66001. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-343, making certain findings pursuant to California Government Code Section 66001 with respect to the unexpended fund balance of certain development fee funds. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 4 DISCUSSION OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS: 1. 2. AB #17,407 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION AB #17.408 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION Joan Kindle, 2622 El Aguila Lane, representing Friends of Carrillo Ranch, made a presentation on the donated items that will be added to the Carrillo Archival Collection for future display at the Ranch. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-326, accepting a donation of artifacts and memorabilia related to actor Leo Carrillo and Rancho de 10s Quiotes estimated at a value of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) in support of Leo Carrillo Rancho Historic Park; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-327, accepting a donation of artifacts and memorabilia related to actor Leo Carrillo and Rancho de 10s Quiotes estimated at a value of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000) in support of Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 16. AB #17,423 - ESTABLISHMENT OF ALL-WAY STOPS AT THE INTERSECTION OF PASEO ALISO AND CAMINO ROBLEDO. Bob Johnson, Deputy City Engineer, presented the staff report and reviewed a Power Point Presentation (on file in the City Clerk’s Office). ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council introduced ORDINANCE NO. NS-686, amending Title 10, Chapter 10.28 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to require stops on Camino Robledo; and, Council adopted ORDINANCE NO. NS-687, introduced Title IO, Chapter 10.28 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to require stops on Paseo Aliso. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 5 ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION: 17. AB #17,424 -AMENDMENT OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO REFLECT REQUIREMENTS OF THE MITIGATION FEE ACT. Ron Ball, City Attorney, reviewed the staff report. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted ORDINANCE NO. NS-685, amending Title 21, Chapter 21.70 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by adding Section 21.70.025, requiring the City to follow the accounting and reporting requirements of the Mitigation Fee Act for any fees or costs recovered associated with a development agreement. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. PUBLIC HEARING: 18. AB #17.404 -APPEAL OF A MINOR SUBDIVISION, COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 4132 GARFIELD STREET, MS 03-05, GARFIELD POINT, CDP 03-20, SDP 03-06. Council Member Hall cited a conflict of interest saying his home is within the noticed area of this project. Council Member Hall left the meeting at 6:40 p.m. Ron Ball, City Attorney, responded to Council and said that the appellant has the burden to explain the reasons for the appeal and why the decision should be reversed. Barbara Ryan, 41 10 Garfield Street, spoke in support of her appeal. She said the appeal should be approved because of safety issues and inadequate parking in the surrounding area of the project. She expressed concerns that emergency vehicles will not be able to turn around, nearby trains carry hazardous materials, and that there is only one way in and one way out of the area where the project will be located. Ms. Ryan said that the proposed two family unit project is too dense for the area and that General Plan densities in the area should be downsized. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Ms. Ryan said that there are two homes on her property and she rents out one of the homes. She said that she has one vehicle and her renter has one vehicle. Wayne Davis, representing the Davis Group, architects, 343 Fourth Avenue, Suite 204, San Diego, said he was also representing the owner of the project. Mr. Davis spoke in support of the project and said that the appeal should be denied. In response to Council Member Kulchin, Jessica Galloway, Assistant Planner, said that the project complies with Title 21 and the beach overlay zone requirements. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 6 In response to Council Member Kulchin, David Rick, Assistant Engineer, explained the purpose of a Neighborhood Improvement Agreement. Don Neu, Assistant Planning Director, presented a brief history of the zoning in the area. Staff and Council discussed setbacks and zoning in the neighborhood. Council Member Packard noted that accessibility of emergency vehicles had been satisfactorily addressed at the Planning Commission and fire standards on the project had been met. In response to Council, Greg Ryan from the Carlsbad Fire Department said that the Fire Department staff reviewed this project and has determined that fire safety standards have been met. He described how the emergency vehicles would turn around in the area. Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed public hearing at 7:25 p.m. and asked if anyone wished to speak on this matter in any way. Lew Pritten, 330 Chinquapin, expressed concern of the height of the project and that emergency vehicles will not be able to access the area. He said the project is too large for the lot. Lii Vine, 241 and 237 Date Avenue, expressed concern that the project is not compatible with the existing neighborhood and that emergency vehicles will not be able to access the area. She asked that the project be redesigned to be less intrusive to the neighborhood. Dr. Julie Khoury, 353 Dave Avenue, said that condos are inappropriate in the neighborhood and expressed concern for safety issues. Her written comments are on file in the City Clerk's Office. Brian Biernacki, 4719 Marina Drive, said that this project is too large, deep and wide for the lot. He spoke in support of the appeal. Nathan Walter, 3642 Village Circle, showed a video of the Oshima children speaking in support of the appeal (on file in the City Clerk's Office). Daniel Vine, 241 and 237 Date Avenue, said that condos should not be allowed in the neighborhood and the property in the neighborhood should have R-I Zoning. Dean Coleman, 346 Olive Avenue, expressed opposition to the project because it is not compatible with the neighborhood. He said that the project is too big and massive for the neighborhood. Mr. Coleman noted that the owner does not plan to live in the project. Mayor Lewis noted that the owner could build a larger house with smaller setbacks. Mr. Coleman said that he is asking that the project be downsized to be more compatible with the neighborhood. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 7 John Barron, 3654 and 3640 Garfield, spoke in support of the project. He said that each of his homes is approximately 1,500 square feet. Neal Gurkey, 3571 Donna, said that the developer has followed all of the City’s requirements and the project should proceed as approved by the Planning Commission. Mary Davis, 236 Olive Avenue, said this project is too massive and is not compatible with the character of the neighborhood. She said that the developer should be required to make changes to the project and then return for approval. Donna Osterkamp, 4092 Garfield, said that the project doesn’t match the character of the neighborhood. She said that the zoning in the entire neighborhood should be downsized. Stan Prowse, 7206 Aviara Drive, said she was representing Margaret Bonas, 213 Olive Avenue, and spoke in opposition to the project. He said the project is too large for the neighborhood. He said the lot split should not be approved. Joyce Bonas James, 3931 Garfield, spoke in opposition to the lot split. She said that the project is too large for the parcel and for the neighborhood. Arnold Kenzie, 41 10 Garfield, said that this area is a scenic corridor. He read an excerpt from the Coastal Acts Policies. Mr. Kenzie spoke in opposition of this project and said that the entire neighborhood should be rezoned to reduce density. Jim Vine, 241 Date Avenue, said that the entire neighborhood should be rezoned to single family units. He spoke in opposition to the project and said that duplexes do not match the character of the neighborhood. Mr. Vine expressed concern that emergency vehicles will not be able to turn around after this project is finished. Mr. Vine asked that Agua Hedionda be designated as a park instead of open space. Mayor Lewis briefly reviewed the reduction in zoning that occurred in the 1980’s and noted that the residents in the Garfield Street neighborhood did not want their property rezoned to R-1 . Margaret Bonas, 231 Olive Avenue, said that a General Plan Amendment should be approved to reduce the density in the Garfield Street neighborhood. She expressed concern that the Garfield Point project will result in additional multi-family units being constructed in the neighborhood. She expressed concern about the grading and said that an independent company should do a soils test. Ms. Bonas said that the City should pursue grants and use those funds to purchase of the property at 4132 Garfield Street. Ms. Bonas said that the subject property should become a park instead of a two-family home. Seeing no one else wishing to address Council, Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing at 8:24 p.m. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 8 RECESS: Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 8:24 p.m. Council reconvened at 8:30 p.m. with all members present. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) 18.AB #17,404 -APPEAL OF A MINOR SUBDIVISION, COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 4132 GARFIELD STREET, MS 03-05, GARFIELD POINT, CDP 03-20, SDP 03-06. In response to Council Member Kulchin, Mr. Rick said that the developer has met standards for grading and has submitted the soils report. He said there is no indication that the grading on this project would affect neighboring properties. Mr. Rick said that the City requires the applicant to retain the soils engineer to prepare the soils report. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Ms. Galloway discussed the Beach Area Overlay Zone standards and the definition of a scenic corridor. She also answered zoning questions. In response to Council Member Packard, Mr. Neu explained how height is measured in the Beach Area Overlay Zone and the height in city-wide single family areas. Mr. Rick answered Council’s questions regarding undergrounding utilities and said that undergrounding of utilities has been done in the Garfield Street neighborhood. Mayor Lewis said that this project meets all of the City’s standards and noted that the developer is allowed to construct a larger building. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila said that there are several misconceptions and noted that a land vacation is not being requested. She said that a single-family home on the project‘s property would be larger than the two-family home. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila said that property owners, not renters, were notified by mail of this public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila said that down sizing the density in the neighborhood again is not appropriate at this time. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila said that the developer has met all of the City’s standards. However, she said that additional landscaping would be appropriate. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila said she would support the denial of the appeal. Council Member Kulchin concurred that the developer has met the City’s standards. She concurred with Mayor Pro Tem Finnila that additional landscaping would be appropriate and said that she would support the denial of the appeal. Council Member Packard noted that this project is only two units and has met the City’s standards. He said that he would support the denial of the appeal. Ron Ball, City Attorney, said that upon Council’s direction, language could be added to Resolution No. 2003-323 to require additional landscaping. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 9 ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-322, denying an appeal and upholding the City Engineer’s approval of Minor Subdivision 03-05 to divide one lot into two lots at 4132 Garfield Street; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-323 denying an appeal and upholding the Planning Commission’s decision to approve a Coastal Development Permit and Site Development Plan to demolish an existing single-family dwelling and to construct a two- story, two-family home at 41 32 Garfield Street just south of Olive Avenue in Local Facilities Management Zone 1; and, That Paragraph 4 of RESOLUTION NO. 2003-323 shall be amended to read as follows: “That the applicant shall be required to submit a detailed landscape plan with the objective of softening the appearance and mass of the building, to the satisfaction of the Planning Director. The developer shall construct and install all landscaping as shown on the approved final plans, and maintain all landscaping in a healthy and thriving condition, free from weeds, trash, and debris.” AYES: - NOES: None. ABSENT: Hall. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, and Packard. In response to Mayor Lewis, Mr. Ball explained the procedure for a rezoning of the neighborhood. Mr. Neu said that in order to prevent spot zoning, the residents would need to determine the number of contiguous lots. RECESS: Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 9:00 p.m. Council reconvened at 9:Ol p.m. with all members present. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS: 20. AB # 17,426 -APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY ACTIVITY GRANTS PROGRAM 2003-2004 FUNDING. Mayor Lewis said that Council had been briefed on this item. He asked if anyone wished to address Council on this item. Shirley Cole, Vice President, Carlsbad High School Choral Booster Club, spoke in support of their funding request and expressed appreciation for the funding recommendation. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 10 Fire Captain Kim Blaylock spoke in support of his funding request for the Heart to Heart Program. He expressed appreciation for the funding recommendation. Kay Coswell, Hospice of the North Coast, spoke in support of their funding request and expressed appreciation for the funding recommendation. Cathy Boyle, Children’s Discovery Museum of North San Diego County, spoke in support of their request and expressed appreciation for the funding recommendation. Caroline Grant, Museum of Making Music, spoke in support of their request and expressed appreciation for the funding recommendation. ACTION: AYES: NOES: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-345, accepting the recommendation of the Community activity Grant Citizen review Committee and allocating funds to the organizations identified; and, That Council Policy Statement No. 51 be amended to state that organizations (instead of programs) funded under this policy may receive grants for no more than 3 years and that matching obligations be used as a consideration by the Citizen Review Committee. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. None. Ron Ball, City Attorney, said that he would return to Council with an amended Policy No. 51. 21 .AB #17,427 -AUTHORIZATION FOR REBID OF AVIARA COMMUNITY PARK, PROJECT NO. 36991. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-346, approving the plans and specifications and authorizing the advertisement of bids for Aviara Community Park, City Project No. 36991. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. 22.AB #17,428 - CLOSURE OF MEDIAN OPENING AT THE ALGA ROAD AND ESTRELLA DE MAR ROAD INTERSECTION. Bob Johnson, Deputy City Engineer, made a Power Point presentation and reviewed the staff report (on file in the City Clerk’s Office). In response to Council Member Packard, Mr. Johnson said that staff conducted an intersection approach traffic count in late August for the intersection of Estrella de Mar and Alga Road. Mr. Johnson said reviewed the approach traffic volume counts for the December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 11 intersection. He noted that a mid-block traffic count was also done. Mr. Johnson reviewed existing and project average daily trips. Mr. Johnson also answered questions from Mayor Lewis regarding traffic volume counts for peak hours. James Bond, 2041 Caracol Court, spoke of the importance of a traffic signal. Anu Srinivasan, 7087 Estrella de Mar, #IO, spoke in support of a closed median. Barbara Hurlock, 7087 Estrella de Mar #9, spoke in support of a closed median. She submitted a petition signed by residents who support a closed median (on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Kay McConnell, 7261 Estrella de Mar, said that a traffic signal on Estrella de Mar would not be appropriate because too many people speed on Estrella de Mar. She said that a closed median would be more appropriate. Greg Kusak, 7255 Estrella de Mar, spoke in support of closing the median because people drive too fast. He said that a traffic signal would encourage speeding. Myra Dell, 2057 Playa Road, spoke in support of closing the median. Greg Renna, 2003 Alga Road, asked Council to take no action. He said that a traffic signal or a raised median is not needed. Doris Yates, 7057 Estrella de Mar, submitted and reviewed correspondence dated December 15, 2003 (on file in the City Clerk’s Office) stating that vehicles speed on Estrella de Mar Road even though two “25 per hour” speed limit signs are posted. She said it is very dangerous to walk along Estrella de Mar. Sandee Fuller, 2145 Alga Road, spoke of the speeding vehicles and said that the median should not be closed. She said the installation of a traffic signal would help the residents to enter and exit their driveways. Ms. Fuller said that she supported the modified median and said that the speed limit on Alga Road should be 40-45 miles per hour. Evelyn Roen, 2050 Caleta Court, said that vehicles speed on Alga Road and it is very dangerous for her to exit her cul-de-sac. She spoke in support of installing a median. William Ims, 2033 Caleta Court, spoke in support of closing the median and said that he did not support the installation of a traffic signal. Tim Murray, 7050 Estrella de Mar, spoke in support of closing the median and said that he did not support the installation of a traffic signal. Phil Hack, 2065 Caleta Court, described how drivers use Estrella de Mar as a short cut and speed. He spoke in support of a closed median instead of a traffic signal and expressed concern that a traffic signal would encourage additional traffic on Estrella de Mar. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 12 Don Kelso, a resident of Estrella de Mar, spoke in support of a modified closed median. He described the dangerous condition created by the speeding vehicles. He asked if a different surface could be placed on the roads to reduce the noise. Fred Arbuckle, President of Morrow Development, Wright Place, presented a brief history of this agenda item. He said that bonds have already been posted for the traffic signal. Mr. Arbuckle said that he is willing to proceed with the traffic signal or with the median, per Council’s direction. Gary Nessim, 2987 Highland Drive, said that neither a median nor a traffic signal should be installed. He said that the speeding problems should be addressed and improvements made to the El Camino Real and Alga Road intersection. Mr. Nessim said that nothing should be done to the Alga Road and Estrella de Mar intersection until the area is completely developed. Kristi Kluka, 2383 Terraza Guitara, spoke in support of a traffic signal and said that a closed median is inappropriate. However, she said that if a traffic signal were not installed, then she would support a modified median. Barry Clark, 2051 Alga Road, spoke in support of the traffic signal and keeping the median open. However, he said that he could also support the modified median. April Trudel, 2051 Alga Road, spoke in support of a traffic signal and a modified median. She suggested that a raise median be placed on the “future road” that would only allow a right hand turn onto Alga Road. In response to Council Member Kulchin, Ms. Trudel said that tonight is the first that she has heard of a modified median. Ms. Trudel expressed concern that the residents did not receive notification of the Traffic Safety Committee Meeting. Barry Wish, 2121 Alga Road, spoke in support of the traffic signal. He said a petition was submitted at the Traffic Safety Commission Meeting (not on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mr. Wish said that this past weekend, another 81 signatures were received (on file in the City Clerk’s Office.). He spoke against a closed or modified median. Terry McCabe, 7025 Almaden Lane, reviewed his written correspondence (on file in the City Clerk’s Office) and spoke in support of a traffic signal. He suggested stop signs be posted along Estrella de Mar or that speed bumps be installed on Estrella de Mar. Mr. McCabe said that the year 2020 project Alga Road traffic pattern has already been exceeded. Emanuel Wolf, 2035 Caleta Court, spoke in support of a raised median and against a traffic signal. Martha Mead, 2129 Alga Road and 2632 Abedul, said that all options should be carefully reviewed. She spoke of the need for the residents on Alga Road to be able to make a U-turn to access their homes. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 13 Jackie Renna, 2003 Alga Road, spoke of the need for traffic control on Alga Road. She said that the modified median would be a better solution than a traffic signal. She said that people drive too fast on Alga Road. Jerry Pitzer, 2632 Abedula and 2129 Alga Road, said his first preference is to have a traffic light installed and his second preference is to have a modified median installed. Mike Shaughnessy, 2017 Caracal Court, spoke in support of a modified median. In response to Council, Mr. Johnson answered questions regarding the modified median, traffic patterns from the nearby San Elijo project, future Poinsettia Lane, current traffic counts for Alga Road, and traffic calming. Council Member Hall spoke in support of the modified median. Mayor Pro Tem Finnila spoke in support of the traffic signal and increased speed limit enforcement on Alga Road. She said that a traffic signal would encourage people to walk in the neighborhood. She noted that Estrella de Mar is a public road and will need to have traffic controls. Council Member Kulchin spoke in support of the modified median and increased speed limit enforcement on Alga Road. She suggested that traffic calming options for Estrella de Mar be explored. Council Member Packard spoke in support of the modified median. Mayor Lewis said he could support the modified median with increased speed limit enforcement on Alga Road. Ron Ball, City Attorney, said that upon Council’s direction, the appropriate improvement agreements and resolution would be amended to memorialize these requirements. He recommended that the last paragraph of Resolution No. 2003-347 be amended to include: ‘I.. .and shall conform the appropriate improvement agreements to memorialize these requirements.” ACTION: On a motion by Council Member Kulchin, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-347, authorizing the closure of the modified median opening at the Alga Road/Estrella de Mar Road intersection and directing Morrow Development, Inc. to construct a raised the modified median across the intersection opening to effectuate the closure, and, That “modified” be inserted in front of “median” within the resolution; and, That ‘I.. .and shall conform the appropriate improvement agreements to memorialize these requirements.” shall be inserted in Paragraph 4 of Resolution No. 2003-347 after the word I‘. . . median”; and, December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 14 That Paragraph “5.” be added to Resolution No. 2003-347 to read as follows: “5. The City Manager is further directed to investigate and develop ways and means to manage traffic along Estrella de Mar Road and to direct the Police Chief to enhance traffic enforcement along Alga Road as necessary with an eye toward requiring and encouraging motorists to observe the posted speed limit.” AYES: NOES: Finnila. ABSENT: None. Lewis, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. 23.AB #17,429 - CARLSBAD COMMUNITY CABLE TELEVISION FOUNDATION APPOINTMENTS. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-348, appointing Susan Santilena to the Foundation of Carlsbad Community Cable Television; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-349, appoint Bob Bender to the Foundation of Carlsbad Community Cable Television. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. (Resolution No. 2003-350 was continued.) 24.AB #17,430 -AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURE FOR STUDY OF PLACEMENT 0 F W I RE L E SS C 0 M M U N I TY FAC I L I TI ES . ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Finnila, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2003-351, authorizing expenditures for telecommunication consultants to assist in the study of placement of wireless communication facilities in the public right of way. AYES: NOES: None. Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard. ADJOURNMENT TO JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT Mayor Lewis adjourned to the Joint Special Meeting of the City Council and Municipal Water District Meeting at 11 :30 p.m. with all members present. December 16,2003 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 15 RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Chair Lewis adjourned to the remainder of the City Council Meeting at 11:31 p.m. with all members present. COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: Council Members provided updates regarding their various committees. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lorraine Wood, City Clerk, announced that Council Members have been invited to attend, and may be participating in the following events: Wednesday, December 17,2003 - 9 a.m. Carlsbad City Council Study Session 5815 El Camino Real Carlsbad, California Saturday, December 20,2003 - 6 p.m. Carlsbad Firefighters Association Holiday Event Grand Pacific Palisades 5805 Armada Drive Carlsbad, California ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2003, was adjourned at 11 :32 p.m. E M. WOOD, CMC Deputy City Clerk