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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-12-05; City Council; Minutes (2)MINUTES MEETING OF : CITY COUNCIL (Regular Meeting) DATE OF MEETING: December 5, 2006 TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lewis called the Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL was taken by the Assistant City Clerk, as follows: Present: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose. Absent: None. LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION: Mayor Lewis offered the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tern Hall led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Hall, minutes of the following meetings were unanimously approved: Minutes of the Special Meeting held November 14, 2006. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held November 14, 2006. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Hall, Council affirmed the action of the Consent Calendar, Items #1 through #7 as follows: AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose. NOES: None. WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this Meeting. 1. AB #18.817 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Council accepted the City Treasurer's Report on City Investments as of October 31, 2006. DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 2 2. AB #18.818 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-346. accepting the construction contract on the Dove Library Children's Garden as complete and directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Project No. 425-4. 3. AB #18.819 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-347. accepting the work on the Tot Lot Improvements 2005-2006, Contract No. 39441, as complete and directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Project No. PKS 06-01. 4. AB #18.820 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-348. accepting a donation to benefit the Carlsbad Senior Center. 5. AB #18.821 -APPLICATION FOR GRANT. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-349. authorizing the City to apply for grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety to conduct two sobriety checkpoints. 6. AB #18.822 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-350. accepting the work in accordance with Contract No. PWS06-25FAC to furnish and install four new roofs at multiple City structures as complete, and directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion. 7. AB #18.823 - CONTINUATION OF THE DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY. Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-351. declaring a continued state of local emergency due to torrential rain and earth movement beginning January 7, 2005, and requesting assistance and concurrence from the Office of Emergency Services. The Mayor requested and Council concurred to discuss Item No. 9 before Item No. 8. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION: 9. AB #18.830 - FENTION CARLSBAD RESEARCH CENTER. City Attorney Ron Ball titled the Ordinance. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted ORDINANCE NO. NS-823. amending Section 21.05.030 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by an Amendment to the Zoning Map to grant a Zone Change, ZC 06-01, from Planned Industrial to Office on a 3.5-acre parcel generally located on the west side of El Camino Real between College Boulevard and Faraday Avenue in Local Facilities Management Zone 5. AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard and Sigafoose NOES: None ABSENT: None DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 3 Council Member Sigafoose recused herself from participating in the discussion on Item Nos. 8 and 10 to due to a conflict of interest and left the dais at 6:10 p.m. ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION: 8. AB #18.824 -AMENDMENT OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE. City Attorney Ron Ball explained that members of the Carlsbad Tourism and Business District Board (CTBID) need to be assessees in the District. He further stated that the Ordinance requiring citizen members of a City board or commission to be residents of the City does not fit this particular board. Mr. Ball said the amendment specifies that board members of the CTBID need only to be assessees, and not residents of the City. City Attorney Ron Ball titled the Ordinance. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council introduced ORDINANCE NO. NS-824. amending Section 2.08.090 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to exempt the Carlsbad Tourism Business Improvement District (CTBID) Board of Directors from being residents of the City of Carlsbad. AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard NOES: None ABSENT: Sigafoose PUBLIC COMMENT: Renee Glotzbach, representing the organization Stand for Children, 1877 Matin Circle, Unit 129, San Marcos, came forward and addressed Council. Mr. Glotzbach spoke about the adverse effects of alcohol and requested that Council consider prohibiting alcohol consumption at events in City parks. Michele Levy, 3021 Highland Drive, Carlsbad, spoke about her concerns regarding spending for various City projects as well as the costs associated with the Farmers Building. Dianne Nygaard, Nighthawk Way, Oceanside, spoke about the recent issue of the Carlsbad Magazine highlighting the natural areas in Carlsbad and encouraged citizens to donate to the campaign to Save the Buena Vista Creek Valley. PUBLIC HEARING: 10. AB #18.825 - SEASHORE ON THE SAND. Chris Sexton, Planning Technician presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 4 Bob Ladwig, Ladwig Design Group, 2234 Faraday Ave., Carlsbad, representing the applicant stated he supported staffs recommendation and the Planning Commission's approval to extend the CUP for another year. Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:20 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Lewis closed the Public Hearing at 6:20 p.m. In response to an inquiry by Mayor Pro Tern Hall, Chris Sexton stated the reason for extending the CUP for only one year is because the project is concurrent with a tentative tract map extension that is also valid for only one year. She added that the tentative tract extension has already has been approved by the Planning Commission. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-352. approving a one-year extension of Conditional Use Permit, CUP 02-30x1, for a 7-unit timeshare project on property located at 2805 Ocean Street, in the Mello II segment of the Local Coastal Program, and in Local Facilities Management Zone 1. AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard NOES: None ABSENT: Sigafoose ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD AND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT. Mayor Lewis adjourned to the Joint Special Meeting of the Carlsbad City Council, and Municipal Water District at 6:24 p.m. with five Council Members present. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Lewis adjourned the Special Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Commission and reconvened the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. with five Council Members present. DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS: Mayor Pro Tern Hall recused himself from participating in the discussion on Item No. 12 to due to a potential conflict of interest and left the dais at 7:00 p.m. 12. AB #18.827 - RECEIVE CITIZEN PRESENTATION. Mario Monroy, 749 Magnolia Avenue, Carlsbad, representing "Old Carlsbad," spoke about meeting over the last several months with property owners to discuss land uses that exist in the area. Mr. Monroy introduced Michael Headrick, 3557 Madison Street, Carlsbad, who stated he was representing the property owners of the area commonly and geographically known as the "Barrio." Mr. Headrick proceeded with a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Mr. Headrick described the location of the area as bound on the east DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 5 by 1-5, west by the railroad tracks, north by Pine Avenue and south by Magnolia and Carol Streets. He said that the demographics are based on 265 lots, with 76% of the parcels developed prior to1980. Mr. Headrick explained that workshops were organized by property owners to address community needs and all property owners were invited to participate. He further added that five meetings were held between June and October, 2006, and this presentation reflects the views and opinions of the majority of property owners participating in this process. Mr. Headrick described the types of property zoning in the area along with problems identified by the group. Mr. Headrick explained the group is requesting that Chestnut Avenue be made a primary east- west pedestrian thoroughfare; would like additional traffic calming with landscaping and medians; and, would like to see changes in the ordinances dealing with an increase in allowable density focusing on setback requirements, height limitations and a reduction in the parking requirements. He further added that these recommendations would not require changes to the General Plan or Zoning Map. In response to an inquiry by Council Member Packard, Socorro Anderson stated 27% of the 113 owner-occupied, 41% of the 51-local absentee owners and 13% of the 68 non- local absentee owners participated in the process. Socorro Anderson, owner of the Carlsbad Community Enhancement Foundation, Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, outlined the process in developing the group's requests. She added that all meeting dates were listed in the North County Times Community News Section. Ms. Anderson also added that more emphasis was put on the owner-occupied residents and local- absentee owners. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis regarding mixed use zoning, Mr. Monroy stated there were only a few mixed uses and most of those were home-based, and the group did not want to include anything in the Redevelopment area. Mayor Lewis stated he noted the group's request included increasing density in the area and changing the guidelines the City used such as setbacks. Mr. Monroy responded that the group's request is to build according to the General Plan. Mayor Lewis requested that staff place this item on a Council Workshop agenda for discussion. Julie Ajdour, 3537 Madison, Carlsbad, stated she received letters and notification of the citizens' meetings regarding the Barrio. She also said she had not been able to attend the meetings that were held, but did agree with the group's presentation. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Kulchin, Public Works Director Glen Pruim stated the City could not apply for funding from SANDAG for an initial feasibility study until the housing element had been resolved. Mayor Pro Tem Hall returned to the dais at 7:35 p.m. DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 6 13. AB #18.828 - FIRE STATION NO. 6. Senior Civil Engineer Terry Smith presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). In response to an inquiry from Council Member Sigafoose, Fire Chief Kevin Crawford stated the size of the building does meet the Fire Department's current and immediate needs; adding he could not speculate on future needs. Chief Crawford also stated the building is positioned on the property in such a way that the facility can be expanded if needed. Council Member Kulchin inquired why there was an 8% construction contingency and not the usual 10% construction contingency. Mr. Smith replied that two sewer systems were designed and the contractors will be asked to bid on both, but only one will be built. He noted that the potential savings is due to linkage of the sewer to the new sewer system in The Oaks development project. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis, Mr. Smith stated that the cost for development, fabrication and installation of public artwork for the station is $20,000. Mayor Lewis asked Chief Crawford if input was received from the paramedics and firefighters who will be using the station. Chief Crawford replied they were an active part of the process and partnered with the team to develop the project. Rick Fisher, President of the Carlsbad Firefighters' Association, 1509 Alta Vista Drive, Vista, requested that Council send the plans back to staff. Mr. Fisher stated when opened, the fire station would be obsolete. He stated that there is not enough room to expand to place an ambulance in the building, and that the building will not be adequate to serve Carlsbad residents for the next 25 years. Michele Levy, 3021 Highland Street, Carlsbad, told Council of her concerns regarding Fire Station No. 6 not being large enough to accommodate the needs of Carlsbad residents when it opens. She also spoke of her concerns regarding the lack of a master plan for the Fire Department. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis, Chief Crawford stated the City is building Fire Station No. 6 with the intent to serve the City 20 years and beyond. Chief Crawford further stated he could not speculate what types of demands will be placed on that satellite fire station; however, he noted that the demands on the fire department continue to grow. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Sigafoose, Chief Crawford stated Fire Station No. 6 is a satellite fire station that is located on the border of Carlsbad and San Marcos. He added the station is not in the center of a community where there is the need for greater personnel and apparatus on a 24-hour basis. DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 7 ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-354. approving the plans and specifications for Fire Station No. 6 and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids for Project No. 3901; and, appropriating funds for rental payments for the continued use of temporary Fire Station No. 6. AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard , Sigafoose NOES: None ABSENT: None RECESS: Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 8:05 p.m. Council reconvened at 8:10 p.m., with five members present. 14. AB #18.829 -ACCEPTANCE OF DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCESS PLAN. Community Development Director Sandra Holder and Public Works Director Glen Pruim gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Diane Nygaard, 5020 Nighthawk, Oceanside, urged Council to ensure that the development process in the City will result in good development for all citizens. ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2006-355. accepting the Citygate Associates Development Review Process Action Plan and Recommendations, implementing staff recommendations and appropriating funds. AYES: Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard , Sigafoose NOES: None ABSENT: None COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: 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 ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Karen Kundtz, Assistant City Clerk, announced that Council Members have been invited to attend, and may be participating in the following events: DATE: December 5, 2006 Carlsbad City Council Meeting Page 8 Thursday, December 7, 2006 - 6:30 a.m. City of Carlsbad Annual Holiday Employee Recognition Event La Costa Resort 2100 Costa Del Mar Road Carlsbad, California Friday, December 8, 2006 - 6:00 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission Holiday Event Leo Carrillo Ranch 6200 Flying LC Lane Carlsbad, California Friday, December 8, 2006 - 6:30 a.m. Carlsbad Convention & Visitors Bureau Holiday Event Museum of Making Music 5790 Armada Drive Carlsbad, California ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of December 5, 2006, was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. CMC Assistant City Clerk Sherry Freisinger Administrative Secretary