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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-10-13; City Council; MinutesI. 7 c M. 9. - D I 1 MINUTES Meeting of: CITY COUNCIL (Adjourned Regular Meeting) Time of Meeting: 6:Oo P.M. Date of Meeting: October 13, 1981 Place of Meeting: Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Packard called the meeting to order at 6:OO P.M. I ROLL CALL: Roll Call was taken by the City Clerk: Present: Mayor Packard, Council Members Casler, Anear, Kulchin. 1 Absent: Council Member Lewis. Council Member Lewis arrived at 6:O6 P.M. 281 1. AB ib6770 - AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDED AGRICULTURAL PROGRAM. The Planning Director gave a staff report on the matter and briefly reviewed the history of agriculture in the City and the various manners in which it has been addressed in the past. He then summarized the contents of the Memorandum, dated October 13, 1981, from the Agricultural Advisory Committee, and referenced a wall exhibit showing the locations of the various soil types in the City. Be introduced the Chairman of the Agricultural Advisory Committee, Mr. Peter MacKauf, who addressed Council and outlined some basic guidelines that the Committee used during their deliberations. In conclusion, the Planning Director referenced the City Manager's note on the agenda bill and indicated the need for Council consideration of the matter as a policy issue. In response to Council questions, the Plannning Director stated that in the proposed program the owners of type 4, 5 and 6 class soils would have the option to volunteer to participate in the program. Further, if they volunteered, they would be subiect to all conditions of the program. If they did not volunteer, they could develop their entire property in accordance with existing zoning and land use regulations. In addition, he stated that the program would not apply to property which already has.an approved tentative map. Council recognized Dr. Yamamoto, 1201 Via La Jolla, San Clemente. Dr. Yamamoto stated that he had purchased a small piece of land in the City for use as a future home.He indicated a neighbor had leased the land for a couple of years to farm, but had discontinued farming operations because it was too rocky. Dr. Yamamoto concluded by expressing complete frustration with the program and restrictions it would place on the development of his land. Council 'recognized Mr. Howard Mueller, Conservation Service, 1523 East Valley Parkway, Escondido. Mr. Mueller stated that the City of Carlsbad has no class 1 and no class 5 soil. In addition, much of the class 2 soil is in valley bottoms which are not conducive to farming because of frost. Re also indicated that farming is based on not only soil type, but also management. He concluded by explaining the differences between the types of soils and expressed wTllingness to respond to any questions. 1 MEMBERS COUNCIL h c *> MINUTES -2- October 13, 1981 I Council recognized Mr. Ronald Wooten, of Rrowne fi Vogt, representing Mary Bressi and her daughter. He stated tha the Bressi property had not yet been annexed to the City, and expressed concern that the program would add yet another restriction to any development which may occur on the property. He concluded by stating that Mrs. Bressi just does not want to be put into the position where ther will be so many restrictions that she won't be able to propose development on her property in the future. 1 It 1 E Council recognized Mr. Terry Hackett, who indicated that he represented owners of property on the Batiquitos Lagoon. Mr. Backett stated that the property was currently in the County, but that application had been made for annexation, and he posed several questions regarding the proposed program. Council recognized Mr. Dwight Spires, 17941 Mitchell, Irvine, representing Occidental. Mr. Spires gave a history of problems dealing with agriculture since the approval of the Coastal Act, and the many problems it has created for developers as a result of the City and Coasta Commission's disagreements. He suggested it would be appropriate for the City to continue to work with the Coastal Commission to resolve their differences, and all0 developers to continue with the dual permit process. He expressed the opinion that the proper approach is to work through the legal processes and mandates of the Coastal Act. rl 1' Since no one else wished to address Council regarding the matter, Mayor Packard closed the item to public discussion. Mayor Packard expressed the opinion that the program woul discourage annexation and would be an administrative burd to implement. He indicated that if it is not economical1 feasible to farm a piece of land, an agricultural program or an ordinance will not force a person to farm. He also expressed concern that if a transfer of density is allowe the agriculture would be retained on the flat land, and development would be rewired on the slopes. He stated i could cause problems because of the City's policies regarding development of slopes and Coastal Commission's policies regarding slopes. He indicated his belief that the City's current policy of maintaining and encouraging agriculture as long as it is economically feasible is an appropriate policy. For clarification purposes, Council Member Casler indicat that those lands shown in yellow on the soils map could develop in accordance with zoning and land use regulation and would not be affected unless they volunteered to participate. Therefore, Mr. Yamamoto's land could be developed due to the soil type of his land. t er 5 I d t E( .< MEMBERS COUNCIL k 1 1 P # *I " MINUTES -3- October 13, 1981 I Mrs. Casler continued stating that the proposed agricultural program is the same one that was presented t and adopted by the Regional Commission, but was denied by the State Commission. She expressed the feeling that the City must come up with an agricultural plan to present to the new Commission in an attempt to replace their current program. Further Council discussion related to possible effects on annexations if the City did not have an adopted agricul- tural program and whether any program which may be adopte should be presented to the Coastal Commission for conside ation in replacing their existing agricultural policy for Carlsbad's LCP. I C d x- Council returned the proposed agricultural policy to staff for refinement and preparation of a plan to be submitted to the Coastal Commission as an alternate agricultural program to be applied within the City's LCP area. RECESS : Mayor Packard called a Recess at 7:48 P.M.,and Council reconvened at 8:02 P.M., with all Council Members present. ~631 2. AB 86687 - Supplement #1 - LIBRARY SITE ANALYSIS. The Parks & Recreation Director, Dave Bradstreet gave a report on the matter as contained in the agenda bill, and with the aid of wall exhibits explained the site criteria analysis used in the determinations of the task force. RE also referenced a wall map and identified the locations of all sites considered by the task force. A slide presenta- tion was then used to show the locations and terrain of the five highest ranked sites. Council recognized Seena Trigas, Chairman of the the Library Board of Trustees, 6430 Flamenco Street. Ms. Trigas reaffirmed the Library Board's preference for site By and urged Council action on the recommendations con- tained in the agenda bill. Mrs. Runzo, 355 Elm Avenue, Carlsbad, responded to questions about the number of years she had worked for a library in the San Fernando valley, and the number of libraries which were built on major arterials. Council recognized Mr. Jim Goff, representing Daon Corpor ation, 1241 Elm Avenue, Carlsbad. Mr. Goff expressed concern about the fact that apparent feeling of the Library Board is that they can pick five acres any where they want. He expressed a willingness to work with the City on a site, but indicated that it should be credited against their park req-uirements, wherever the ultimate site is located. -. COUNCIL %? MEMBERS v$ - Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis X Kulch in -, MINUTES -4- October 13, 1981 I In response to Council query, Mr. Goff indicated that the current direction of the Council would reqpire Daon to dedicate 21 acres at the proposed Alga Norte site, and 28 acres at the proposed Stage Coach Park site, and any further developments would be required to pay fees. He also indicated that Council had the option to require additional land, but that would result in payment of fewer fees. For clarification, he also indicated that Site B, is the only site owned by Daon in the top five and that although site C did not rank in the top five, it was also owned by Daon, and is located in the proposed Alga Norte Park. Council discussion reflected agreement that funding situations would not allow the City to build any more than one additional library. Additional discussion also related to what type the additional library would become, and what status the existing library would then hold. Further discussion related to defining the term "main" as it refers to the library, and any implications it would have on the location of the library administration. Council agreed that the City shall plan for one additional library to be built, in the south part of the City, which will be a larger facility than the existing facility, and that it will be built in phases. Additional Council discussion reflected agreement that no decisions regarding administration of the libraries were being made at this time. Council directed staff to negotiate with the property owners affected, and to return with cost details and terms on sites J, B, and C, and to return the report to Council as soon as possible. Following further discussion, it was moved that no action be taken on the third recommendation on the agenda bill, relating to the store-front facility. Council agreed to take no action at this time with regard to a library building program, as contained in the second half of recommendation number one on the agenda bill. [1101 3. AB /I6698 - Supplement #l - REPORT OF GLEN REITER. Mr. Reiter gave the report to Council summarizing the contents of his report, dated Septemer 22, 1981, titled, "Diagnostic Analysis of the City of Carlsbad and Costa Real Municipal Water District Areas". In response to Council query, Mr. Reiter, explained that of the $45 million worth of facilities required in the future, approximately $41 million is in the Costa Real Municipal Water District areas and $4 million worth is in the City's Water area. In response to questions, he also indicated that the Water District would have the unique ability to charge a stand by charge to assist in the funding, and that the City has revenue sharing to assist its funding. He also indicated that it could be included in the City's public facilities fee. MEMBERS COUNCIL k /o 4 Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis Ku lch in X Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis Kulchin X Packard Cas ler X Anear Lewis Ku lch in Packard Cas ler X Ane ar Lewis Kulchin ' ,,b October 13, 1981 MINUTES -5- - [ I The City Manager indicated that the report reflects the need for the community to develop long range plans on how the facilities will be funded. Council recognized A.J. Skotnicki, 3535 Bedford Circle, Carlsbad. Mr. Skotnicki indicated that timing is an essential factor and since it is related to land use such facilities. I the City would be in a better position to plan for Council accepted the report. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: The City Manager distributed a copy of AB 1152, and an analysis of same provided by Senator Craven's office. He noted that the hearinE before the Local Government Committee would be held at 1O:OO A.M., on October 15, 1981, and queried whether any Council Member desired to at tend. Mayor Packard reported on the bill as it had previously been considered, and expressed concern that such a bill would create a super structure which would control not only the beaches, but also all drainage basins in each city. Council Members indicated that previous commitments would prevent them from attending the hearing, but requested that a staff member attend and report to Council on the results. OFF AGENDA ITEMS: 1l0] Council Member Casler indicated that Costa Real Municipal Water District charges their mobile home spaces a ready t serve charge of $2.53 per month, while the City charges $5.20 per month. She asked that Council add this item to the agenda for discussion and possible action with regard to the rate differences. Council agreed that the matter of the water rates in mobile home parks be added to the agenda for consideration. Council Member Casler indicated that the Water District was informing the mobile home parks within their district that their ready to serve charge would be increased from $2.53 per month to $5.20 per month if the City took over the Water District. As a point of reference, they suggested that people verify those facts by contacting Solamar, the only mobile home park within the City's 0 service area. MEMBERS COUNCIL b .;t Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis X Kulchin Packard Cas ler Anear X Lewis Kulch in , .d, ,4 ” MINUTES -6- October 13, 1981 I Mrs. Casler indicated that since there is only one meter in the park which needs to be read, or would need to be replaced, that possibly a similar charge of $2.53 would be appropriate for the Solamar Mobile Home Park. Mrs. Casler indicated that a decision was needed as soon as possible in that she would be talking at the Parks on questions regarding that matter. Following brief discussion, Council directed staff to return with documents to reduce the ready to serve charge in the City’s service area to a rate comparable to that charged by the Water District. I the 15th, and would need to be able to respond to As a point of clarification, the City Manager indicated that should the City be successful at the election, that the District’s rate will remain in effect for that area and no increase will automatically go into effect. He indicated that a complete review and study of all charges would be made, but that Council would have to take action following full public hearings before any rates could be increased. NEXT COUNCIL MEETNG: Council agreed that the regular meeting of October 20, 1981, would not be held due to many conflicts, and that the next meeting would be scheduled for Monday, October 26, 1981, at 6:OO P.M., in the Council Chambers. ADJOURNMENT : By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned at 10:2O P.M.. Respectfully submitted, City Clerk MEMBERS COUNCIL k Packard Cas ler Anear Lewis X Kulchin