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MEETING OF :
DATE OF MEETING: August 16,2005
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: Packard.
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin and Sigafoose.
LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION:
Pastor Chuck Butler of North Coast Cavalry Chapel offered the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Council Member Kulchin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, minutes of the following meeting were approved
as presented:
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held July 26, 2005.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Lewis presented retiring Library Director Cliff Lange with a plaque in recognition
of his years of service to the City of Carlsbad.
Police Chief Tom Zoll came forward to address Council. Chief Zoll reported to Council
the events of the forum held at Carlsbad High School regarding illegal immigration.
Chief Zoll stated that Carlsbad’s Police Department received assistance from the San
Diego County Sheriffs Department and from other departments in surrounding
comm unities.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Item No. 3 was pulled for discussion.
ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council affirmed the action of
the Consent Calendar, Items #I , #2, and #4 through #14, as
follows:
AYES:
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Packard.
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, and Sigafoose.
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WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:
Council waived the reading of the text of all Ordinances and Resolutions at this
Meeting.
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AB #18,240 -ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FROM CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-253, accepting a grant from the
California Arts Council and authorizing the Finance Director to appropriate said
funds.
AB #18,241 -ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA LIBRARY
LITERACY SERVICE.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-254, accepting a grant from the
California Library Literacy Service, appropriating the funds, and allocating the
accrued interest from previous grants to the Adult Learning Program’s General
Fund account.
AB #18,242 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM THE CARLSBAD GIRLS’
CLUB.
This item was pulled for discussion.
AB #18,243 -AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR INSTALLATION OF 36 TRAFFIC
SIGNAL BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEMS - CONTRACT NO. UPS-2.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-256, accepting bids and awarding a
contract to Econolite Traffic Engineering and Maintenance, Inc. for the purchase
and installation of 36 Clary Battery Backup Systems and auxiliary cabinets.
AB #18,244 -AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH ITERIS, INC. (FORMERLY
MEYER, MOHADDES AND ASSOCIATES, INC.), FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL
OPTIMIZATION STUDY.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-257, approving Amendment No. 3 to
extend and amend the Agreement for Traffic Signal Optimization Study and
Transportation Management Center Preliminary Design Report; and approving
the assignment and assumption agreement with Iteris, Inc., a Delaware
Corporation.
AB #18,245 -ACCEPTANCE OF FEDERAL GRANT FUNDS THROUGH THE
URBAN AREA SECURITY INITIATIVE GRANT PROGRAM (UASI).
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-258, accepting Federal grant funds
through the Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Program (UASI) for domestic
disaster preparedness for incidents of terrorism involving Weapons of Mass
Destruction.
AB #18,246 - REQUEST FOR OUT OF STATE TRAVEL.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-259, approving out-of-state travel for
City CEMAT team members to attend a Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident
Command Training Class in Anniston, Alabama.
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8. AB #18,247 -APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR THE SAN DIEGO SERVICE
AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES (SAFE) MOTORIST AID PROJECTS
GRANT.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-260, approving the Fire Department’s
application for the San Diego Service Authority For Freeway Emergencies
(SAFE) Motorist Aid Projects Grant (Phase II) for fire vehicle extrication and
rescue equipment.
9. AB #18,248 -APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH VELAZQUEZ FAMILY
COUNSELING TO PROVIDE GUIDE PROGRAM COUNSELING SERVICES.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-261, approving an agreement with
Velazquez Family Counseling Services to provide GUIDE (Greater
U nde rs ta nd ing t h rough I n te rve n t io n , Diversion and Ed uca t ion) P rog ram
counseling services.
IO. AB #18,249 -AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE
REPLACEMENT OF THE HVAC SYSTEM AT GEORGINA COLE LIBRARY,
CONTRACT NO. FAC 05-01, PROJECT NO. 39421.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-262, approving contract documents,
special provisions and specifications, and authorizing the City Clerk to advertise
for bids for the replacement of the HVAC system at the Georgina Cole Library.
11. AB #18,250 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FOR THE COASTAL RAIL TRAIL, PROJECT NO.
3455.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-263, approving a consultant
agreement with Dokken Engineering for engineering and environmental services
for the Coastal Rail Trail, and appropriating funds.
12. AB #18,251 -APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE HUNTERS
POINTE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-264, approving a request to provide
financial assistance to Chelsea Investment Corporation in the form of a
construction loan for 168 affordable apartment units within the Villages of La
Costa Master Plan, and approving related loan documents.
13. AB #18,252 -APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE VILLAGE BY THE
SEA RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-265, approving a request to provide
financial assistance to 11 low-income homebuyers within the Village By the Sea
residential development, and authorizing execution of related loan documents.
14. AB #I 8,253 - APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO PURCHASE THIRTY AFFORDABLE
HOUSING CREDITS IN THE VILLA LOMA HOUSING PROJECT.
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-266, approving a request by eight
developers and/or property owners to purchase a total of 30 affordable housing
credits in the Villa Loma Housing Project.
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DISCUSSION OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM:
3. AB #18,242 -ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM THE CARLSBAD GIRLS’
CLUB.
Library Director Cliff Lange introduced Robert Richardson, President of the Carlsbad
Girls Club Board.
Mr. Richardson gave details regarding the donation of the IO-passenger Dodge Sprinter
van to the Carlsbad City Library Adult Learning Program.
ACTION:
- AYES: - NOES:
ABSENT:
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-255, accepting a donation of a 2005
Dodge Sprinter IO-Passenger Van from the Carlsbad Girls’ Club to
the Carlsbad City Library Adult Learning Program.
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, and Sigafoose.
None.
Packard.
RECESS:
Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 6:23 p.m. Council reconvened at 6:32 p.m., with four
members present.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
A representative from Policewatch.org spoke about police accountability. The
representative suggested that police officers be required to wear high-tech cameras
and recording devices.
Robert Woelffer, 61 38 Paseo Monona, came forward to address Council. Mr. Woelffer
expressed his concerns relating to the increased large truck traffic on Melrose Drive
near the intersection of Poinsettia and Carrillo Elementary School.
Joanne Grueskin, 6182 Paseo Palero, spoke about the safety of the school children
when crossing Melrose Drive. Ms. Grueskin stated that the large trucks have difficulty
coming to a stop at the intersection of Poinsettia and Melrose Drive.
George Wooldridge, 2890 Rancho Pancho, Carlsbad also noted various safety issues
relating to the heavy, dirt-hauling trucks utilizing Melrose Drive.
Jan Cannon, 2893 Rancho Rio Chico, Carlsbad expressed her concerns relating to the
large trucks on Melrose Drive and the existence of a school zone with a limited site
distance .
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In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis, Deputy City Engineer Robert Johnson
explained that the portion of Melrose Avenue being referred to was not designated as a
truck route.
Police Sergeant Christopher Boyd explained that over the course of the past few weeks
the police department had conducted enforcement activity on Melrose Drive. Sergeant
Boyd further explained that in each instance, the large truck operators had the proper
haul route permits allowing them to be on Melrose Drive.
In response to an inquiry from Mayor Lewis, Mr. Johnson explained the process for
obtaining a construction haul route permits.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Kulchin, Mr. Johnson explained that the
study evaluating the truck routes in Carlsbad, is targeted to go to the Traffic Safety
Commission in November.
Council Member Kulchin suggested that Sergeant Boyd meet with Fred Wise, the
Principal of Carrillo Elementary School, regarding safety in the school zone. Mr. Wise
had submitted a letter to Council (on file in the office of the City Clerk), regarding the
safety of the school children at the crosswalks.
Mr. Boyd confirmed he would schedule a meeting with Mr. Wise.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Kulchin, Mr. Johnson stated designated
times could be established for the haul permits.
Mayor Lewis declared a recess at 7:22 p.m. Council reconvened at 7:25 p.m., with four
mem bers present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
15. AB #18,254 - C-T ZONE AND TR LAND USE DESIGNATION AMENDMENT GPA 02-
03/ZCA 02-OZLCPA 02-06/SP186(B).
Associate Planner Jennifer Jesser presented a staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint
presentation (on file in the office of the City Clerk).
Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 7:33 p.m. and asked if anyone
would like to speak.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Lewis closed the Public Hearing at 7:33 p.m.
Council discussion ensued regarding their support for the amendments.
Council Member Kulchin asked that the minutes reflect Council’s desire to have escort
services deleted.
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City Attorney Ron Ball stated that there would be a follow-up Public Hearing so that
Council can make a separate decision related to the escort services.
ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council introduced
ORDINANCE NO. NS-769, amending Title 21 of the Municipal
Code by amending the C-T Commercial-Tourist Zone Regulations
to achieve consistency with the TR Land Use Designation of the
General Plan and amending Specific Plan 186 (SP 186(B)) to
ensure consistency with Chapter 21.29 of the Municipal Code (C-T
Commercial-Tourist Zone); and,
Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2005-267, adopting a
Negative Declaration for a General Plan Amendment, Zone Code
Amendment, Local Coastal Program Amendment, and Specific
Plan Amendment; and approving said General Plan Amendment
and Local Coastal Program Amendment.
AYES: - NOES: None.
ABSENT: Packard.
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, and Sigafoose.
16.AB #18.255 - FARADAY LOT 6 OFFICE BUILDING - SDP 05-02.
Associate Planner Jessica Galloway presented a staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint
presentation (on file in the office of the City Clerk).
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The applicant Bill Beckman, 15819 Las Planaderas, Rancho Santa Fe, came forward to
address Council. Mr. Beckman stated that his intention was to serve the ever growing
demand for Class A office buildings.
Mayor Lewis opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 7:49 p.m. and asked if anyone
would like to speak.
Seeing no one wishing to speak Mayor Lewis closed the Public Hearing at 7:49 p.m.
Council discussion ensued regarding their support for the proposed project.
ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-268, approving a Site Development Plan
for a 97,500 square foot, three-story office building on a vacant
4.74 acre property located south of Faraday Avenue and on the
west side of Priestly Drive in Local Facilities Management Zone 5.
AYES:
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Packard
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, and Sigafoose.
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DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
17.AB #18,256 -APPOINTMENT TO THE HOUSING COMMISSION.
ACTION: On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-250, appointing Sondra Roman to the
Housing Commission.
AYES:
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Packard
Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, and Sigafoose.
PUBLIC COMMENTS CONTINUED:
Paul Cannon, 2893 Rancho Rio Chico, Carlsbad came forward to address Council. Mr.
Cannon expressed his concerns relating to the large truck traffic at the intersection of
Poinsettia Lane and Melrose Drive. Mr. Cannon also displayed photos (on file in the
office of the City Clerk), depicting the large truck traffic on Melrose Drive.
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:
Lorraine Wood, City Clerk, announced that Council Members have been invited to
attend, and may be participating in the following event:
Tuesday, August 23,2005 - 7 p.m.
State of the City Video Presentation
Carlsbad City Library
1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad, California
ADJOURNMENT:
By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of August 25, 2005 was adjourned at
756 p.m.
City Clerk
Sheila Cobian
Deputy City Clerk