JOINT MEETING OF THE EL CAJON CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MINUTES
CITY OF EL CAJON EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA
OCTOBER 12, 2004
A Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council and Redevelopment Agency of the City of El Cajon, California held Tuesday, October 12, 2004 was called to order by Mayor/Chair Mark Lewis at 3:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 200 East Main Street, El Cajon, California.
R O L L C A L L
Council/Agencymembers present: McClellan, Ramos, Santos Council/Agencymembers absent: None Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair present: Kendrick Mayor/Chair present: Lewis Other Officers present: Linn, City Clerk/Secretary Foley, City Attorney/General Counsel Henry, City Manager/Executive Director Odiorne, City Engineer Griffin, Director of Community Development
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG led by Mayor Lewis and MOMENT OF SILENCE. (The Courts have concluded that sectarian prayer as part of City Council Meetings is not permitted under the Constitution).
POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the September 28, 2004 Meetings and the Agenda of the October 12, 2004 Meetings in accordance to State Law and Council/Agency Policy.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 320- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation: White Cane Safety Day – October 15, 2004
Councilmember Santos proclaims October 15, 2004 to be “White Cane Safety Day”. Michael Eden and Norma Milines, representing Visually Impaired People Services, accept the Proclamation.
Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week – October 4-8, 2004
Councilmember McClellan proclaims the week of October 4-8, 2004 as “Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week”. Andy Kotner, representing San Diego County Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, accepts the Proclamation.
Arts and Humanities Month – October
Mayor Lewis proclaims the month of October to be “Arts and Humanities Month”. Michael Summers, Tom Black and Helga Buehner, representing the Arts and Culture Commission, accept the Proclamation.
Pride of El Cajon – Outstanding Employee Award: Teresa Horner, City Manager’s Office
City Manager Henry presents the “Pride of El Cajon - Outstanding Employee Award” to Teresa Horner, of the City Manager’s Office.
Mayor Lewis expresses appreciation to the German American Society for their recent Oktoberfest, and puts on a “chicken hat” that was given to him.
Mayor Lewis invites all to attend the East County Performing Arts Center presentations.
A “Trunk and Treat” event will be held at Meridian Methodist Church on Halloween.
AGENDA CHANGES: None
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 321- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
CONSENT ITEMS: (1.1 – 1.10)
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to approve Consent Items 1.1 - 1.10.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
1.1 MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETINGS
Approve Minutes of the September 28, 2004 Meetings of the El Cajon City Council/Redevelopment Agency.
1.2 WARRANTS
Approve payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
1.3 CELLULAR TELEPHONE DONATION – (Report: Director of Public Works)
Declare fifty-six excess and defective cellular telephones as surplus equipment, and approve the donation of this surplus equipment to “I Love A Clean San Diego” (ILACSD).
1.4 REQUEST FOR ASSIGNMENT OF SIGNAL MAINTENANCE INC. (SMI) DBA PEEK SERVICES - USA TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT TO REPUBLIC ELECTRIC (Report: Director of Public Works)
Accept the requested assignment of the Signal Maintenance Inc. (SMI) DBA Peek Services - USA Traffic Signal Maintenance contract to Republic Electric per letter attached.
1.5 NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE, BID NO. 031-04, FLETCHER HILLS PARK CONCESSION FACILITY (Report: Purchasing Agent)
Accept the project and authorize the City Clerk to record a notice of completion and release the bonds according to the agreement for the project.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 322- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
CONSENT ITEMS: (CONTINUED)
1.6 RESOLUTION NO. 200-04: AWARD OF BID 021-05, TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLERS AND TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT (Report: Purchasing Agent)
Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 200-04 and award the bid to the low bidders, JTB Supply Company Inc., in the amount of $29,243.35, and Western Pacific Signal, LLC, in the amount of $19,378.84.
1.7 SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT AND FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP FOR TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP (TSM) 488 - MCNEIL RANCH NGINEERING JOB 2677 (Report: Director of Public Works)
Approve the Subdivision Agreement and Final Subdivision Map for Tentative Subdivision (TSM) 488 for McNeil Ranch.
1.8 PROPOSED CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY RECOMMENDATION FOR DIRECTOR OF REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING (Report: Director of Human Resources)
Approve the new classification specification for Director of Redevelopment and Housing and allocate the salary to Range 110.0, $89,773.00 to $109,387.00.
1.9 RESOLUTION NO. 201-04: PUBLIC SAFETY TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATION REIMBURSEMENTS (Report: Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance
Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 201-04 of the City Council of El Cajon, California regarding its intention to issue tax-exempt obligations.
1.10 ACCEPTANCE OF STREET STRIPING SERVICES ENGINEERING JOB 2844 / BID NUMBER 041-03 (Report: Director of Public Works)
Accept the project and authorize the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the terms of the contract.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Sunshine Horton, 1525 Granite Hills Drive, El Cajon, CA, urges all citizens to vote.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 323- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
2.1 2004-2005 BUDGET FOR DOWNTOWN EL CAJON IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
The El Cajon Community Development Corporation presents the budget for 2004- 2005 for Council review and approval.
DISCUSSION
Les Hart, representing the El Cajon Community Development Corporation, indicates he is here to answer any questions.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to accept the budget as submitted.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
2.2 LETTER: THOMAS A. DOWNEY – FINANCING REHABILITATION OF THE ROYAL APARTMENTS
A request that the City adopt a RESOLUTION on October 26, 2004 which would approve the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds by CSCDA for the purpose of financing the acquisition and rehabilitation of a multifamily residential housing facility, Royal Apartments on Washington Street.
DISCUSSION
In answer to Councilmember Ramos’ question, City Attorney Foley clarifies the Item is on the Agenda to seek approval for setting a public hearing, as required by Federal tax laws, and does not require a commitment to take any action that would obligate the City. In the future, this project would provide affordable housing to residents of the City.
In answer to Councilmember McClellan’s questions, Director of Community Development Griffin indicates the project is not located within the redevelopment area, and would not count towards inclusionary housing credits. This project is not, at this time, a conversion project, but is for rehabilitation of the apartments.
Alexis Gevorgian, representing AMG Associates, speaks in support of the project, and indicates upgrades will be made in order to comply with new Title 24 standards.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to set a Public Hearing for October 26th.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 324- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
3.1 LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT (LLEBG) FUNDS (Report: Chief of Police)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o Open the Public Hearing and receive any testimony o Close the Public Hearing and approve the recommendation from the LLEBG Advisory Board that the funding from the Department of Justice be utilized to support upgrades/modernization of police communications/mobile computer systems.
DISCUSSION
Mayor Lewis announces the Public Hearing is now Open.
Police Chief Davis provides a summary of the Item.
No further comments are offered.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to Close the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to approve the recommendation from the LLEBG Advisory Board that the funding from the Department of Justice be utilized to support upgrades/modernization of police communications/mobile computer systems.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 325- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
3.2 HOUSING ASSISTANCE FOR CITY EMPLOYEES (Report: Director of Community Development)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: consider the information provided and direct staff to pursue one or more (or none) of the listed options.
DISCUSSION
In answer to questions by Councilmember McClellan and Councilmember Ramos, Director of Community Development Griffin indicates employees meeting income criteria would be eligible to participate in programs such as the First Time Home Buyer, mortgage credit certificate (tax credit) and HOME programs, providing funds are available. A few employees have utilized the First Time Home Buyer program.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to file the report.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
3.3 TOBACCO ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION REGARDING FEES (Report: City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o adopt the next RESOLUTION in order to approve the Tobacco Retailers Licensing Fee in the annual amount of $198.00. Mayor Lewis requests the City Clerk to recite the title of the Ordinance MOTION to waive full reading of the text ORDINANCE: First Reading - LICENSURE OF TOBACCO RETAILERS
First Reading of Ordinance repealing Section 1.14.070 of Chapter 1.14 and Sections 8.33.090, 8.33.100 and 8.33.110 of Chapter 8.33 and adding a new Section 1.14.070 to Chapter 1.14 and adding new sections 8.33.090, 8.33.100 and 8.33.110 to Chapter 8.33 of the El Cajon Municipal Code regarding the licensure of tobacco retailers.
DISCUSSION
City Attorney Foley provides a summary of the Item, indicating changes to the Ordinance were made as a result of comments received at the workshop held 2 weeks ago. The Ordinance is to amend the previously adopted Ordinance, which increases the amount of fines and reduces the number of inspections required by the Code Compliance Officer.
Les Hart, 1001 W. Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA, speaks in support of the Item.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 326- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (3.3 – CONTINUED)
Mayor Pro Tem Kendrick shows a video promoting a cigarette product, and discusses changes over the years concerning the importance of health issues and the efforts to prevent smoking.
Amad Attisha speaks as a retailer and would like a positive Ordinance.
Sunshine Horton speaks about parents being fined if their children are buying cigarettes and illegal documents that are being copied.
Auday Arabo speaks representing retailers and is neutral on the Ordinance, but would prefer reviewing ordinances in other communities.
The following spoke in support of the Item: Katherine Webb, Mary Bauer, Molly Bowman, representing the American Heart Association, Glen Revell, representing CASA, Debbie Kelly, representing the American Lung Association, David Martinez, and Judi Strang, representing the 9th District PTA.
Councilmember Ramos and Councilmember McClellan speak about family members who have died as a result of smoking.
Councilmember McClellan thanks salespersons that have denied sales to under age customers.
MOTION BY Kendrick, SECOND BY Ramos, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 202-04 in order to approve the annual Tobacco Retailers Licensing Fee of $198.00.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to waive full reading of the text of the Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Recess is called at 4:28 p.m. Meeting called back to order at 4:34 p.m.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 327- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (CONTINUED)
EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEM: 3.4 INCLUSIONARY HOUSING (Report: Redevelopment Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Redevelopment Agency consider the alternatives and provide direction to staff for implementation of Health and Safety Code Section 33413 as it applies to inclusionary housing.
DISCUSSION
Redevelopment Manager Cooksy provides a summary of the Item.
David Blackburn, representing Property Systems, Inc., speaks in support of inclusionary housing, however, not of additional fees, and would support a $1.00 charge per square foot of livable space.
Councilmember Santos suggests a $1.00 per square foot charge, retroactive, and applicable only to the redevelopment area.
Discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning: • Use of building permit fees • The need for affordable housing • In-lieu fees
Tom Scott, representing the San Diego Housing Federation, speaks about inclusionary zoning and putting money in a trust fund for meeting the requirement for affordable housing and rehabilitating housing.
Daryl Priest, 124 W. Main Street, El Cajon, CA, speaks in support of the fact that El Cajon has done more than their share for affordable housing and there will be enough for 1000+ units in the future.
Additional discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning stage of implementation and/or retroactivity of the fees.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to direct Staff to bring back an Ordinance to establish a fee, to apply to projects that have not yet been issued a building permit, to apply only in the redevelopment district.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 328- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
4. COMMISSION REPORTS:
4.1 SCULPTURE FOR THE EAST COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (Report: Arts and Culture Commission)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council Approve covering the sculpture under the City’s insurance coverage.
DISCUSSION
City Clerk Linn provides a summary of the Item and shows a replica of the proposed sculpture.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to approve covering the sculpture for the East County Performing Arts Center under the City’s insurance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
5. REPORTS OF MAYOR LEWIS
5.1 CESAR CHAVEZ DAY
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council designate Thursday, March 31, 2005, as a paid holiday for the City of El Cajon employees in recognition of Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Learning and encourage our employees to participate in community activities involving volunteerism and education.
DISCUSSION
Mayor Lewis speaks in support of the Item.
Councilmember McClellan speaks in opposition.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Kendrick, to designate Thursday, March 31, 2005, as a paid holiday for City employees in recognition of Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Learning.
AYES: Kendrick, Lewis, Ramos and Santos NOES: McClellan
MOTION CARRIES.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 329- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
6. REPORTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS
MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK: No report.
COUNCILMEMBER BOB McCLELLAN: No report.
COUNCILMEMBER CHARLES SANTOS
Councilmember Santos reports having attended the East County Economic Development Council where a position was taken to support the TransNet Extension plan.
COUNCILMEMBER DICK RAMOS: No report.
7. LEGISLATIVE REPORT
7.1 League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin - Priority Focus
The Legislature is in recess.
8. GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: None
9. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
RECOMMENDATION: Mayor Lewis requests the City Clerk to recite the title MOTION to waive full reading of the text.
9.1 AMENDMENT OF EL CAJON MUNICIPAL CODE – CLAIMING ANIMALS FROM THE ANIMAL SHELTER
First Reading of Ordinance repealing Section 6.20.070 of the El Cajon Municipal Code and adding a new Section 6.20.070 to the El Cajon Municipal Code regarding claiming animals from the El Cajon Animal Shelter.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to waive full reading of the text of the Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 330- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
ORDINANCES: FIRST READING (CONTINUED)
9.2 PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY FINANCING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
First Reading of Ordinance adding Section 2.24.900, Section 2.24.910 and Section 2.24.920 to Chapter 2.24 of the El Cajon Municipal Code establishing a Public Safety Facility Financing Oversight Committee, depending upon the successful passage of Proposition “O” in the November 2, 2004 Election.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to waive full reading of the text of the Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
ORDINANCE: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
RECOMMENDATION: Mayor Lewis requests the City Clerk to recite the title The City Council takes action to waive full reading of the text and Adopt the Ordinance.
9.3 IMPOSING A TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
Adopting Ordinance imposing a transactions and use tax to be administered by the State Board of Equalization.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to waive full reading of the text of the Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to adopt Ordinance No. 4788.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 331- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
10. CLOSED SESSION:
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Redevelopment Agency adjourn to Closed Session as follows:
Under Government Code Section 54956.9 (c) – CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Significant exposure to litigation. Number of potential cases: 1
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Ramos, to adjourn to Closed Session at 5:10 p.m.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
11. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION at 5:19 P.M. – Mayor Lewis announces there is nothing to report.
Adjournment: Mayor Lewis adjourned the Regular Joint Meeting of the City Council/ Redevelopment Agency held this 12th day of October 2004 at 5:20 p.m. to Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 7:00 p.m.
______City Clerk/Secretary
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 332- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
JOINT MEETING OF THE EL CAJON CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MINUTES
CITY OF EL CAJON EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA
OCTOBER 12, 2004
An Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency of the City of El Cajon, California, held Tuesday, October 12, 2004 was called to order by Mayor/Chair Mark Lewis at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 200 East Main Street, El Cajon, California. This meeting was adjourned from the Regular Joint Meeting held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 12, 2004 by order of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency.
R O L L C A L L
Council/Agencymembers present: McClellan, Ramos, Santos Council/Agencymembers absent: None Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair present: Kendrick Mayor/Chair present: Lewis Other Officers present: Linn, City Clerk/Secretary Foley, City Attorney/General Counsel Garrett, City Manager/Executive Director Odiorne, City Engineer Griffin, Director of Community Development
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE. (The Courts have concluded that sectarian prayer as part of City Council meetings is not permitted under the Constitution)
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 333- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA CHANGES:
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to consider Item 103 as the first item.
AYES: Kendrick, Lewis, McClellan and Ramos NOES: Santos
MOTION CARRIES.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Sunshine Horton, 1525 Granite Hills Drive, EC, welcomes City Manager Kathi Henry and presents her with flowers. Her Charity Walk benefiting Children's Hospital was successful and raised approximately $1200. Donations are still being collected.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THROUGH EARLIER ACTION THIS ITEM IS CONSIDERED FIRST.
103 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT #77, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2004-03 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1985 Shadow Mountain Community Church – 2000 E. Madison Avenue, 2100 Greenfield Drive, 2075 E. Madison Avenue and 2151 Greenfield Drive (Report: City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o Open the Public Hearing and receive testimony o Close the Public Hearing o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 203-04 in order to acknowledge and reaffirm EIR #77 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 9995 and adopt findings and mitigation monitoring and reporting program for the approval of a General Plan Amendment, adoption of a Master Plan for expansion of existing religious and educational facilities and development of a six lot residential subdivision, all within the scope of EIR #77. o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 204-04 in order to approve, modify or disapprove General Plan Amendment 2004-03 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10004 and Exhibit “A.” o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 205-04 in order to approve, modify or disapprove Conditional Use Permit 1985 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10010 to adopt a Master Plan for expansion of existing religious and educational facilities in the R-E-20 and R-E-20-H Zones.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 334- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (103 – CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION
Councilmember Ramos comments he attended two public meetings concerning this project, one at Shadow Mountain and one at a real estate agency at the corner of Jamacha and Granite Hills, and advises he did not institute them and was just an observer.
Director of Community Development Griffin provides a summary of the Item, reviews the map of the Master Plan, and discusses phases of the project.
Phillip Hinshaw, representing A. D. Hinshaw Associates, summarizes the procedures followed for preparation of the final Environmental Impact Report, and discusses traffic and noise impacts.
Discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning traffic, road improvements, and the projected increase of students and staff.
Mayor Lewis announces the Public Hearing is now Open.
The following spoke:
In Opposition In Support Bill Kolender Jean McCoy Angela Avitt Starla Lewis Lois Kolender Deborah Miller
Discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning changes to the lighting at the site.
Recess called at 8:14 p.m. Meeting called back to order at 8:23 p.m.
The following spoke:
In Opposition In Support Colin Pennington George Hale Marna McClure Charles Leslie Michael Spilger Amanda Gervasi Gary Hicks Connie Reck Bob Reck
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 335- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (103 – CONTINUED)
In Opposition In Support John Hisaw Carole Uchimura Patricia Forsberg Elaine Ancell Tim Moorman Linda Eskin Sunshine Horton John Rohlf
Recess called at 9:03 p.m. Meeting called back to order at 9:08 p.m.
Discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning: • Lighting issues • Parking lot usage and restrictions • Suggestions for a continuance of the Item • Preservation of the rural atmosphere • Traffic concerns
No further comments are offered.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Close the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 203--04 in order to acknowledge and reaffirm the EIR #77 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 9995, however going to the original recommendation for the intersection of Madison and Fourth, and adopt findings and mitigation monitoring and reporting program for the approval of a General Plan Amendment, adoption of a Master Plan for expansion of existing religious and educational facilities and development of a six lot residential subdivision, all within the scope of EIR #77.
AYES: Kendrick, Lewis, McClellan NOES: Ramos, Santos
MOTION CARRIES.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 336- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (103 – CONTINUED)
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 204-04 in order to approve General Plan Amendment 2004-03 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10004 and Exhibit “A.”
AYES: Kendrick, Lewis, McClellan NOES: Ramos, Santos
MOTION CARRIES.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 205-04 in order to modify Conditional Use Permit 1985 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10010, and on Condition 2K and 2F5 – revert to the staff recommendation and add screens to the lights in parking lot K and all new lighting to be lowered or screened prior to occupancy and adopt a Master Plan for expansion of existing religious and educational facilities in the R-E-20 and R-E-20-H Zones.
AYES: Kendrick, Lewis, McClellan NOES: Ramos, Santos
MOTION CARRIES.
100 ZONE RECLASSIFICATION 2253 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1988 – (Coneen and Cummins Cal Pacific) 485 RALEIGH AVENUE (Report: City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o Open the Public Hearing and receive testimony o Close the Public Hearing o Approve, Modify or Disapprove Planning Commission Resolution No. 10015 recommending approval of Zone Reclassification 2253 to rezone property at 485 Raleigh Avenue from the M Zone to the C-M Zone. o If approving the rezoning, refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 206-04 in order to approve, modify or disapprove Planning Commission Resolution No. 10016 granting Conditional Use Permit 1988 for recreational vehicle repair in the pending C-M Zone at 485 Raleigh Avenue subject to certain conditions.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 337- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (100 – CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION
Director of Community Development Griffin provides a summary of the Item.
Mayor Lewis announces the Public Hearing is now Open.
No one comes forward to be heard.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to Close the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to approve Zone Reclassification 2253 and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 206- 04 in order to approve Conditional Use Permit 1988 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10016.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
101 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 240 and TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP 555 (Wiedenfeld) – 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1310 Marline Avenue (Report: City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o Open the Public Hearing and receive testimony o Close the Public Hearing and PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 240 o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 207-04 in order to approve, modify or disapprove Planning Commission Resolution No. 10020 recommending approval of Planned Unit Development 240 to convert an existing 4-unit rental complex to a common interest development in the R-2 Zone at 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1310 Marline Avenue. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP 555 o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 208-04 in order to approve, modify or disapprove Planning Commission Resolution No. 10021 recommending approval of Tentative Subdivision Map 555 for a one-lot subdivision map in the R-2 Zone at 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1310 Marline Avenue.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 338- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (101 – CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION
Director of Community Development Griffin provides a summary of the Item.
Mayor Lewis announces the Public Hearing is now Open.
No one comes forward to be heard.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to Close the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 207- 04 in order to approve Planned Unit Development 240 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10020 to convert an existing 4-unit rental complex to a common interest development in the R-2 Zone at 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1310 Marline Avenue.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 208- 04 in order to approve Tentative Subdivision Map 555 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10021 for a one-lot subdivision map in the R-2 Zone at 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1310 Marline Avenue.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
102 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 241 AND TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP 556 – (Jim Neil, CB Richard Ellis) – 472 Graves Avenue (Report: City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council o Open the Public Hearing and receive testimony o Close the Public Hearing o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 209-04 in order to approve Planned Unit Development 241 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10022 to convert an existing 14-unit apartment complex to a common interest development in the R-4 Zone at 472 Graves Avenue. o Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 210-04 in order to approve Tentative Subdivision Map 556 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10023 for a one-lot subdivision map in the R-4 Zone at 472 Graves Avenue.
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 339- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (102 – CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION
Director of Community Development Griffin provides a summary of the Item.
Discussion ensues among Council and Staff concerning replacement of heating and air conditioning units.
Mayor Lewis announces the Public Hearing is now Open.
Eric Comer, 4365 Executive Drive #900, San Diego, CA, indicates he is here to answer questions.
No further comments are offered.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY Santos, to Close the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 209-04 in order to approve Planned Unit Development 241 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10022 to convert an existing 14-unit apartment complex to a common interest development in the R-4 Zone at 472 Graves Avenue, clarifying condition 4E2 to replace all air conditioning and heating units with energy efficient units.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY Lewis, SECOND BY McClellan, to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 210-04 in order to approve Tentative Subdivision Map 556 according to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10023 for a one-lot subdivision map in the R-4 Zone at 472 Graves Avenue.
MOTION CARRIES BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
104 ITEMS CONTINUED FROM THE 3:00 P.M. MEETING: None
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Lewis adjourned the Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency held this 12th day of October 2004 at 9:55 p.m., to Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at 3:00 p.m.
______City Clerk/Secretary
Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council October 12, 2004 And Redevelopment Agency - 340- 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.