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Home My WebLink About2005-10-18; City Council; Minutes (2)MINUTES MEETING OF: DATE OF MEETING: October 18,2005 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, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION: Mayor Lewis offered the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Kulchin led the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Lewis presented a Proclamation to retiring Senior Librarian John Quartarone in recognition of his service to the City of Carlsbad. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Items #1 through #5, as follows: - AYES: NOES: None Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 1. AB #18.309 - ATHLETIC FIELD AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-306, accepting bids and awarding an agreement to Nissho of California, Inc., for athletic field and landscape maintenance services. October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 2 2. AB #18,310 - AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE CARLSBAD BOULEVARD BRIDGE SEISMIC RETROFIT, PROJECT NO. 3557-1. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-307, approving plans and specifications, and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids for the construction of the Carlsbad Boulevard Bridge Seismic Retrofit project. 3. AB #18,311 - REVISION OF CITY INVESTMENT POLICY. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-308, approving the City’s revised investment policy, effective October 18, 2005. 4. AB #18,312 - AWARD OF CONTRACT TO REPLACE THE HVAC SYSTEM AT COLE LIBRARY - CONTRACT NO. FAC 05-01, PROJECT NO. 39421. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-309, rejecting the low bid as non- responsive and awarding the contract to replace the HVAC system at Cole Library to Alpha Mechanical Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. and approving the appropriation of additional funds. 5. AB #18,313 - CONTINUATION OF DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-31 0, declaring a continued state of local emergency, and authorizing staff to request assistance and concurrence from the Office of Emergency Services. PUBLIC COMMENT: Teresa Donato, 61 72 Paseo Tienda, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council. Ms. Donato, a crossing guard at Carrillo Elementary, expressed concerns relating to the truck traffic on Melrose Drive near the school. Ms. Donato urged Council to reconsider approving Melrose Drive as a truck route. Michael Miller, 6981 Ballena Way, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council. Mr. Miller expressed to Council that he is thankful to be a citizen in the City of Carlsbad. PUBLIC HEARING: 6. AB #18,314 - NORTH COUNTY HABITAT BANK GPA 04-1 5/ZC 04-1 1/LCPA 04-1 3. Elaine Blackburn, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the City Clerk’s office). In response to an inquiry by Mayor Lewis, Ms. Blackburn explained that approval of the project would remove all development rights on the property. Mark Rohrlick, President of Westmark Development Corporation, came forward to request Council approve the project. Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:21 p.m. and asked if anyone would like to speak. October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 3 Seeing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Lewis closed the duly noticed public hearing at 6:22 p.m. City Attorney Ron Ball titled the Ordinance. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council introduced ORDINANCE NO. NS-776, approving the North County Habitat Bank Zone Change (ZC 04-1 1) on approximately 18.73 acres generally located on the south side of Palomar Airport Road between Armada Drive and Hidden Valley Road in Local Facilities Management Zone 5; and, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-31 1, approving a General Plan Amendment in concept, Zone Change, and Local Coastal Program Amendment to rezone an 18.73 acre parcel generally located on the south side of Palomar Airport Road between Armada Drive and Hidden Valley Road in Local Facilities Management Zone 5. AYES: - NOES: None Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard, and Sigafoose ADJOURNMENT TO THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT Mayor Lewis adjourned to the Special Meeting of the Municipal Water District at 6:23 p.m. with five Council Members present. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Lewis adjourned the Special Meeting of the Municipal Water District at 6:24 p.m. with five Council Members present. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS: 7. AB #18,315 - PROPOSITION “C” OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS AD HOC CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Michael Grim, Senior Planner, presented the staff report. Council recommended the following members for the advisory committee: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Dr. Joel Altshul Saundra Cima Leonard Martyns Fred Sandquist Dennis Villavicencio Carl Miller (at large) Marty Montgomery (Planning Commissioner) October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 4 In response to Council, Mike Grim explained the Conflict of Interest rules for advisory committee members. Mayor Lewis opened a discussion regarding the advisory committee scope and guidelines. Mayor Pro Tem Hall requested that the advisory committee members consider the following: . Attending briefings with staff to gain knowledge regarding the HMP open space and boundaries. Consider adjacent properties to open space in proposed acquisitions. . Incorporate trails and trail linkages. Seek out matching grants and/or funding options. Council Member Kulchin agreed and encouraged the advisory committee members to obtain the proper orientation. Council Member Packard and Sigafoose both agreed the trails and trail linkages are important. Council concurred that in lieu of stipulating an amount to be spent on property acquisition, that the advisory committee return to Council with a prioritized list of properties for acquisition. Ron Ball stated that a letter was received from the Building Industry Association (BIA). (on file with the City Clerk’s office) City Attorney Ron Ball clarified there is not a minimum term for the Ad Hoc Committee, but there is a maximum term of one year. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-31 2, creating the Proposition “C Open Space and Trails Ad Hoc Citizen’s Committee and appointing members to said committee. - AYES: NOES: None Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose 8. AB #18,316 -APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR ENHANCED CITY ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS IN THE DOWNTOWN VILLAGE AREA. Dale Stockton, Police Captain, presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the City Clerk‘s office). In response to an inquiry by Council Member Kulchin, City Attorney Ron Ball explained the funding and enforcement would take effect immediately and that a potential Entertainment Ordinance would be presented at a future time. October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 5 In response to Council, Captain Stockton clarified that the overtime costs being requested would cover enforcement through the end of this fiscal year. John Byrom, 1745 Fire Mountain Drive, Oceanside, came forward to address Council on behalf of North Coastal Prevention Coalition. Mr. Byrom expressed his appreciation for the pro-active action the City Council is taking to reduce the alcohol related incidents in the downtown Village area. Mr. Byrom reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the City Clerk's office) regarding DUI Collision Rates and Alcohol License violations. Erica Leary, 1000 Vale Terrace, Vista, spoke to Council on behalf of North Coastal Prevention Coalition. Ms. Leary offered assistance in the prevention efforts the City is making with the alcohol related problems. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis, Ms. Leary explained the City of Poway requires that employees serving alcohol in bars and restaurants attend a certified training program offered through the ABC (Alcohol Beverage Control). Council Member Packard inquired whether there is evidence that the training improves compliance with the regulations. Ms. Leary stated a case study is being developed for the City of Poway, and the first indicators show improved compliance. Charrisa McAfee, Director for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), came forward to commend Council and the Carlsbad Police Department for the efforts that are being planned to address the alcohol related issues in the Village area. Ms. McAfee offered MADD services to the City. Nicole Pappas, 6989 Garfield Street, Carlsbad, President of North Coastal Prevention Coalition, came forward to address Council. Ms. Pappas expressed her concern that resources for the downtown area enforcement may take away other important services and programs. Ms. Pappas suggested a possible committee to discuss the issues in the downtown area. Renee Glotzbach, 1877 Matin Circle #129, San Marcos, came forward to address Council. Mrs. Glotzbach expressed her concerns regarding the abuse of alcohol and the affect it has on our children. (letter on file with the City Clerk's office) In response to Council, Ms. Leary explained the data in Mr. Byrom's presentation. Mayor Lewis inquired how the security level is established for each business. Captain Stockton explained there is not an ordinance that requires a specific number of security officers for a business. Discussion ensued regarding a future entertainment ordinance. Council agreed that a workshop to present this matter should be held, and input from interested parties could be heard at that time. October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 6 ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-31 3, approving additional overtime to fund enhanced City enforcement efforts in the downtown Village Area. - AYES: NOES: None Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose Mayor Lewis and Council Members reported on activities and meetings of some committees and sub-committees of which they are members. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None. CITY AlTORN EY 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, October 19,2005 - 11 :00 a.m. Carlsbad City Council Study Session City of Carlsbad Faraday Center 1635 Faraday Avenue Carlsbad, California Thursday, October 20,2005 - 5:OO p.m. Carlsbad Citizens' Academy Graduation Carlsbad City Hall 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carls bad, California Friday, October 21,2005 - 6:OO p.m. Arts Office Volunteer Appreciation Event Carlsbad City Library 1775 Dove Lane Carlsbad, California October 18,2005 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 7 ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of October 18, 2005 was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. -. City Clerk Ronna Stickrod Deputy City Clerk