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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Approved 5/0
Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 8, 2011.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 8, 2011.
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation presentation in recognition of Lancer Dancers National Championship.
Proclamation presentation in recognition of a Legoland employee.
PUBLIC REPORT OF ANY ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Pull Item 2 Item 1, 3, 4, 5 - Approved 5/0
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:
This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #20,481 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Mrs. Teresa M. Cannon for the William D. Cannon Art Gallery's Three-Part-Art education program. Resolution No. 2011-043. ACTION:
AB #20,481
2. AB #20,482 - ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT. Accepting the Annual Housing Element Progress Report for January 2010 through December 2010. Resolution No. 2011-044. ACTION:
Council member Farrah Douglas requested that Item 2 be pulled in order for a staff presentation. Corey Funk presented Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
(Editor's Note: Douglas - how much is available for Section 8 vouchers. Funk - The City has 6 million in funds -602 families are benefitting from this program. Debbie Fountain - we don't know what federal cuts are going to be as no vote has taken place. There will probably not be any new funding and perhaps a slight decrease. Douglas - Home maintenance minor home repair program Fountain -Safety or health and welfare issues - only had 2 applications in 2010. Continuing to marketing and continuing to offer it. On city website, direct mailers, community services guide, advertising in Carlsbad magazine, info available at city facilities. You have to be a occupier and home owner, low income. Continuing to get to the people who have that need. Housing Trust Fund to help developers to build affordable housing, homeless shelters. Gave info on getting more info on programs. Approved 5/0 )
AB #20,482
3. AB #20,483 - AMENDMENT TO CTIY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2007-303. Amending City Council Resolution No. 2007-303, Paragraph No. 5, to except certification of the Program Environmental Impact Report, EIR 05-05, approving the Candidate Findings of Fact, Statement of Overriding Considerations, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Resolution No. 2011-045. ACTION:
AB #20,483
4. AB #20,484 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION. Accepting the construction of the 2010 Pavement Overlay Project as complete; and, directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Project No. 6001-10-OL2. Resolution No. 2011-046. ACTION:
AB #20,484
5. AB #20,485 - APPROVE TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AGENCY AGREEMENTS. Approving the agreements with Manpower Temporary Services, AppleOne Employment Services, Sedona Staffing Services and TEG Staffing Services for the retention of temporary employment agency services. Resolution No. 2011-047. ACTION:
AB #20,485
6. AB #20,486 - ADMINISTRATION OF REFUNDS AND ADJUSTMENTS. To consider amending Section 3.32.030 and Section 5.04.130 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code pertaining to the administration of refunds and adjustments. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-123. ACTION:
CA explained the ordinance and 2 versions of the ordinance. Douglas and Packard support the ordinance as in the packet - CA's amended version. Lisa Hildabrand explained that refunds were most often made because of mistaken calculations. Redrafting took out 'any amount', and added limits for council reporting. Chuck McBride - Today's revision - by removing the limit, it allows refunds more quickly. If it's over $10,000 it will still come to Council. Didn't change anything to do with time limits. Ball - one requirement is the report, no action required, for $10,000 or more. The other requires over $25,000 should come before Council before payment. Blackburn - not contested fees? McBride - correct. McBride - not difficult for staff for investigate. McBride - the intent is it would be quicker if it was for an amount of $25,000 to come to council, either way the council will receive a written report. May Hall - back to staff, direct CA to return with a clarification and rewritten ordinance. 4/0 - Farrah no. NEW ORDINANCE NUMBER !!!
AB #20,486
7. AB #20,487 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE MODIFYING THE DUTIES OF THE ARTS COMMISSION. To consider amending Title 2, Chapter 2.18 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code related to the duties of the Arts Commission. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-124. ACTION:
CA Ball summarized the ordinance. Heath Fox explained why a number of items needed to be updated. CA Ball titled the ordinance. Approved 5/0
AB #20,487
8. AB #20,488 - PROHIBIT PARKING OF OVERSIZED VEHICLES ON A PORTION OF CARLSBAD BOULEVARD. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-120, amending Title 10, Section 10.40 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to prohibit parking of oversized vehicles on a portion of Carlsbad Boulevard. ACTION:
CA titled the Ordinance. Approved 5/0
CLOSED SESSION - LABOR - GAVE STAFF DIRECTION HATTER - AUTHORIZED THE CITY ATTORNEY TO COMMENCE LITIGATION AGAINST J-M MANUFACTURING.
AB #20,488
PUBLIC COMMENT:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Erica Johnson, Community developer, Sullivan Solar Power, came forward to address council, explained solar rebates and other programs in Coronado, and their vision for Carlsbad. Gary Nessim, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council and invite them to Thursday's on the Coast grand opening on March 24, 5.30 to 8.30pm.
9. AB #20,489 - REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. To consider approving a Zone Code Amendment (ZCA 10-06), to add and enact Chapter 21.87 - Reasonable Accommodation of the Zoning Ordinance creating procedures and regulations governing requests for reasonable accommodations by people with disabilities to ensure consistency with the federal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act; and, approving a Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA 10-05). Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-125. Resolution No. 2011-048. ACTION:
Senior Planner, Scott Donnell, presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Hall - would want to see case by case basis regarding the front yard fences. Kulchin - example? Scott - could be put in back yard so it didn't interfere with safety standards. Open public hearing at 7.08pm. Sue Garcia, asked to clarify who deems special needs as a special need? Scott - to determine a valid disability would require a note by third party and as state and federal law define as a disability. Close public hearing at 7.10pm. CA titled the Ordinance. and adopt Resolution - Approved 5/0
AB #20,489
10. AB #20,490 - ADOPTION OF 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING/FIRE/MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/UNIFORM SOLAR/RESIDENTIAL/GREEN AND ENERGY CODES. To consider amendments to the following titles and chapters of the Carlsbad Municipal Code: Title 17, Chapter 17.04, Fire Prevention Code; Title 18, Chapter 18.04, Building Code; Chapter 18.08, Mechanical Code; Chapter 18.12, Electrical Code; Chapter 18.16, Plumbing Code; Chapter 18.18, Solar Energy Code; Chapter 18.20, Residential Code; Chapter 18.21, Green Building Standards Code; and Chapter 18.30, Energy Code. Introduction of Ordinance Nos. CS-126, CS-127, CS-128, CS-129, CS-130, CS-131, CS-132, CS-133 and CS-134. ACTION:
Fire Division Chiel Chris Heiser and Will Foss presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AB #20,490
ADJOURNMENT TO THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Approved 5/0
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING
11. AB #730 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Approving the quitclaim of a portion of a waterline easement lying within the north half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 12 South, Range 4 West, San Bernardino Meridian to Carlsbad Poinsettia Land Company, PR 10-28. Resolution No. 1415. ACTION:
Approved 5/0
AB #730
12. AB #731 - APPROVE JOINT COST SHARING AGREEMENT. Approving a Joint Cost Sharing Agreement with the Olivenhain Municipal Water District for services from the Furman Group to obtain a Title XVI Grant from the Federal Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation for Phase II Recycled Water, Project No. 5022. Resolution No. 1416. ACTION:
AB #731
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS
13. AB #20,491 - APPROVE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND INTERIM TRAFFIC SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS FOR LA COSTA ROAD. To consider approving an amendment to the agreement with KOA Corporation to prepare the La Costa Avenue Road Diet/Arterial Road Traffic Calming Program, Project No. 6038; and, To consider approving interim traffic safety improvements on La Costa Avenue between El Camino Real and Rancho Santa Fe Road. Resolution Nos. 2011-049 and 2011-050. ACTION:
Doug Bilse, Senior Civil Engineer, presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk. Pat Noyes, consultant to KOA, national leader in traffic calming, part of the presentation team. Blackburn - questioned cost of consultants and outreach, can staff do it? Bilse - we can keep it to a bare minimum, will look at cutting costs before commencement. Skip Hammann advised that staff wouldn't have the capability to put together the type of program that we're recommending. Bilse - will provide an interim striping plan, but we still need a public process and a vision for the long term. Blackburn - Traffic Safety Commission is the vehicle for the community to be heard about striping recommendations. Why some is immediate, some interim and some long term? CA - settlement of a law suit that occurred on La Costa Avenue on New Year's Eve, 2008, collision of a vehicle and motorcycle. During law suit, judge said there was a triable jury question as to whether it was a dangerous condition. Settlement was $2.9 million reported publicly. Judge ruled that the road conditions have changed since it was built. City should look at improving safety and establishing design immunity. Bilse - The effects of the Interim striping plan improvements need to be analyzed before proceeding with the long term plan. Skip - staff's opinion is the interim striping plan, community based plan is the ultimate long term/permanent problem solver. Phil Jones, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding 1,000 cars per day are doing 60 mph. Speed is the real issue, not the 40 mph speed limit. Community is willing to work with Council to address safety and cost. Safety, aestetics and convenience - in balance. Christine Davis, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding cost effective changes to improve safety, in favor of re-striping. Glen Becktel, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding addressing the speed of traffic along La Costa Avenue, thanking Council for adding traffic lights and speed control signs. Douglas - mailers to how many homes? Bilse - approx. 3,000 homes. Bilse - $86,000 consultant fees, $24,000 mailing fees. Douglas - Consultant costs - Bilse - $75,000 previously plus $25,000 to now. Bilse - consultant fees addressed. Pat - consultant fees cover developing an ultimate community plan or vision - is the end product of what the consultant is delivering. Kulchin - we have very capable staff, e.g. Envision Carlsbad. Hall - technical/high level view of the project is what the consultant can provide. Pat - consultant will provide take ideas, preferences from all stakeholders, emergency response, residents, etc. provide map layouts of options, renderings for the public, taking into account of drainage, cost, etc. translating through technical filters that's effective and affordable, so that all issues are adquately addressed. Provide concept plans. Bilse - concept plans will allow an accurate plan and cost. Staff advised that the City does not have the expertise of the consultants. Douglas - striping now, not comfortable with this item. Kulchin - supports striping, not item. Hall - support staff, incorporate Traffic Safety Commission through whole process. Reso. 2011-049 - approved 3/2 Kulchin and Douglas - No. Reso. 2011-050 - Motion by packard approved 3/2, Kulchin and Douglas - No. Bilse will bring back striping plan ASAP, May to Traffic Safety Commission. 1st community meeting anticipated for April. Bilse - explained how long a formal striping plan would take to put into place. Hammann - would like at least one community meeting before a formal striping plan.
AB #20,491
14. AB #20,492 - FORMATION OF A SUB-COMMITTEE FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSISTING COUNCIL TO SPUR LOCAL INVESTMENT AND FOOT TRAFFIC IN THE VILLAGE OF CARLSBAD. To consider forming a sub-committee to make proposals and recommendations to create programs, policies or other financing mechanisms that may spur local investment and foot traffic in the Village of Carlsbad. Resolution No. 2011-051. ACTION:
John Coates, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report, on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Hall appointed Appoint Kulchin and Douglas - approved 5/0 Approved
AB #20,492
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments
COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: (*=Appointed by other agency) (Revised 3/3/11)
PACKARD Buena Vista Lagoon JPC, City/School Committee, North County Transit District Board of Directors, NCTD Performance, Administration and Finance Committee, North County Transit District Executive Committee, North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority
DOUGLAS League of California Cities - SD Division, San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors. SANDAG Board of Directors (2nd alternate), SANDAG Borders Committee
BLACKBURN Buena Vista Lagoon JPC, Chamber of Commerce Liaison, City/School Committee, Encina Joint Powers (JAC), Encina Wastewater Authority, EWA Capital Improvement Committee - Chair, North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority
KULCHIN CalCoast Board of Directors, Encina Joint Powers (JAC), Encina Wastewater Authority - Chair, EWA Policy & Finance Committee, North County Transit District (alternate), *San Diego Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE), SANDAG Board of Directors (1st alternate), *SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Committee
HALL Chamber of Commerce Liaison, LAFCO Cities Advisory Committee, North County Mayors and Managers, SANDAG Board of Directors, SANDAG Transportation Committee
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Packard requested further information from staff regarding proposed Buena Vista Lagoon changes.
ADJOURNMENT.
Mar 22, 2011 City Council and Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Approved 5/0
Minutes of the Special Meeting held March 8, 2011.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 8, 2011.
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation presentation in recognition of Lancer Dancers National Championship.
Proclamation presentation in recognition of a Legoland employee.
PUBLIC REPORT OF ANY ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Pull Item 2 Item 1, 3, 4, 5 - Approved 5/0
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:
This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #20,481 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Mrs. Teresa M. Cannon for the William D. Cannon Art Gallery's Three-Part-Art education program. Resolution No. 2011-043. ACTION:
AB #20,481
2. AB #20,482 - ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT. Accepting the Annual Housing Element Progress Report for January 2010 through December 2010. Resolution No. 2011-044. ACTION:
Council member Farrah Douglas requested that Item 2 be pulled in order for a staff presentation. Corey Funk presented Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
(Editor's Note: Douglas - how much is available for Section 8 vouchers. Funk - The City has 6 million in funds -602 families are benefitting from this program. Debbie Fountain - we don't know what federal cuts are going to be as no vote has taken place. There will probably not be any new funding and perhaps a slight decrease. Douglas - Home maintenance minor home repair program Fountain -Safety or health and welfare issues - only had 2 applications in 2010. Continuing to marketing and continuing to offer it. On city website, direct mailers, community services guide, advertising in Carlsbad magazine, info available at city facilities. You have to be a occupier and home owner, low income. Continuing to get to the people who have that need. Housing Trust Fund to help developers to build affordable housing, homeless shelters. Gave info on getting more info on programs. Approved 5/0 )
AB #20,482
3. AB #20,483 - AMENDMENT TO CTIY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2007-303. Amending City Council Resolution No. 2007-303, Paragraph No. 5, to except certification of the Program Environmental Impact Report, EIR 05-05, approving the Candidate Findings of Fact, Statement of Overriding Considerations, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Resolution No. 2011-045. ACTION:
AB #20,483
4. AB #20,484 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION. Accepting the construction of the 2010 Pavement Overlay Project as complete; and, directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Project No. 6001-10-OL2. Resolution No. 2011-046. ACTION:
AB #20,484
5. AB #20,485 - APPROVE TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AGENCY AGREEMENTS. Approving the agreements with Manpower Temporary Services, AppleOne Employment Services, Sedona Staffing Services and TEG Staffing Services for the retention of temporary employment agency services. Resolution No. 2011-047. ACTION:
AB #20,485
6. AB #20,486 - ADMINISTRATION OF REFUNDS AND ADJUSTMENTS. To consider amending Section 3.32.030 and Section 5.04.130 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code pertaining to the administration of refunds and adjustments. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-123. ACTION:
CA explained the ordinance and 2 versions of the ordinance. Douglas and Packard support the ordinance as in the packet - CA's amended version. Lisa Hildabrand explained that refunds were most often made because of mistaken calculations. Redrafting took out 'any amount', and added limits for council reporting. Chuck McBride - Today's revision - by removing the limit, it allows refunds more quickly. If it's over $10,000 it will still come to Council. Didn't change anything to do with time limits. Ball - one requirement is the report, no action required, for $10,000 or more. The other requires over $25,000 should come before Council before payment. Blackburn - not contested fees? McBride - correct. McBride - not difficult for staff for investigate. McBride - the intent is it would be quicker if it was for an amount of $25,000 to come to council, either way the council will receive a written report. May Hall - back to staff, direct CA to return with a clarification and rewritten ordinance. 4/0 - Farrah no. NEW ORDINANCE NUMBER !!!
AB #20,486
7. AB #20,487 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE MODIFYING THE DUTIES OF THE ARTS COMMISSION. To consider amending Title 2, Chapter 2.18 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code related to the duties of the Arts Commission. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-124. ACTION:
CA Ball summarized the ordinance. Heath Fox explained why a number of items needed to be updated. CA Ball titled the ordinance. Approved 5/0
AB #20,487
8. AB #20,488 - PROHIBIT PARKING OF OVERSIZED VEHICLES ON A PORTION OF CARLSBAD BOULEVARD. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-120, amending Title 10, Section 10.40 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to prohibit parking of oversized vehicles on a portion of Carlsbad Boulevard. ACTION:
CA titled the Ordinance. Approved 5/0
CLOSED SESSION - LABOR - GAVE STAFF DIRECTION HATTER - AUTHORIZED THE CITY ATTORNEY TO COMMENCE LITIGATION AGAINST J-M MANUFACTURING.
AB #20,488
PUBLIC COMMENT:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Erica Johnson, Community developer, Sullivan Solar Power, came forward to address council, explained solar rebates and other programs in Coronado, and their vision for Carlsbad. Gary Nessim, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council and invite them to Thursday's on the Coast grand opening on March 24, 5.30 to 8.30pm.
9. AB #20,489 - REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. To consider approving a Zone Code Amendment (ZCA 10-06), to add and enact Chapter 21.87 - Reasonable Accommodation of the Zoning Ordinance creating procedures and regulations governing requests for reasonable accommodations by people with disabilities to ensure consistency with the federal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act; and, approving a Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA 10-05). Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-125. Resolution No. 2011-048. ACTION:
Senior Planner, Scott Donnell, presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Hall - would want to see case by case basis regarding the front yard fences. Kulchin - example? Scott - could be put in back yard so it didn't interfere with safety standards. Open public hearing at 7.08pm. Sue Garcia, asked to clarify who deems special needs as a special need? Scott - to determine a valid disability would require a note by third party and as state and federal law define as a disability. Close public hearing at 7.10pm. CA titled the Ordinance. and adopt Resolution - Approved 5/0
AB #20,489
10. AB #20,490 - ADOPTION OF 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING/FIRE/MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/UNIFORM SOLAR/RESIDENTIAL/GREEN AND ENERGY CODES. To consider amendments to the following titles and chapters of the Carlsbad Municipal Code: Title 17, Chapter 17.04, Fire Prevention Code; Title 18, Chapter 18.04, Building Code; Chapter 18.08, Mechanical Code; Chapter 18.12, Electrical Code; Chapter 18.16, Plumbing Code; Chapter 18.18, Solar Energy Code; Chapter 18.20, Residential Code; Chapter 18.21, Green Building Standards Code; and Chapter 18.30, Energy Code. Introduction of Ordinance Nos. CS-126, CS-127, CS-128, CS-129, CS-130, CS-131, CS-132, CS-133 and CS-134. ACTION:
Fire Division Chiel Chris Heiser and Will Foss presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AB #20,490
ADJOURNMENT TO THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Approved 5/0
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING
11. AB #730 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Approving the quitclaim of a portion of a waterline easement lying within the north half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 12 South, Range 4 West, San Bernardino Meridian to Carlsbad Poinsettia Land Company, PR 10-28. Resolution No. 1415. ACTION:
Approved 5/0
AB #730
12. AB #731 - APPROVE JOINT COST SHARING AGREEMENT. Approving a Joint Cost Sharing Agreement with the Olivenhain Municipal Water District for services from the Furman Group to obtain a Title XVI Grant from the Federal Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation for Phase II Recycled Water, Project No. 5022. Resolution No. 1416. ACTION:
AB #731
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS
13. AB #20,491 - APPROVE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND INTERIM TRAFFIC SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS FOR LA COSTA ROAD. To consider approving an amendment to the agreement with KOA Corporation to prepare the La Costa Avenue Road Diet/Arterial Road Traffic Calming Program, Project No. 6038; and, To consider approving interim traffic safety improvements on La Costa Avenue between El Camino Real and Rancho Santa Fe Road. Resolution Nos. 2011-049 and 2011-050. ACTION:
Doug Bilse, Senior Civil Engineer, presented the Power Point presentation, on file in the office of the City Clerk. Pat Noyes, consultant to KOA, national leader in traffic calming, part of the presentation team. Blackburn - questioned cost of consultants and outreach, can staff do it? Bilse - we can keep it to a bare minimum, will look at cutting costs before commencement. Skip Hammann advised that staff wouldn't have the capability to put together the type of program that we're recommending. Bilse - will provide an interim striping plan, but we still need a public process and a vision for the long term. Blackburn - Traffic Safety Commission is the vehicle for the community to be heard about striping recommendations. Why some is immediate, some interim and some long term? CA - settlement of a law suit that occurred on La Costa Avenue on New Year's Eve, 2008, collision of a vehicle and motorcycle. During law suit, judge said there was a triable jury question as to whether it was a dangerous condition. Settlement was $2.9 million reported publicly. Judge ruled that the road conditions have changed since it was built. City should look at improving safety and establishing design immunity. Bilse - The effects of the Interim striping plan improvements need to be analyzed before proceeding with the long term plan. Skip - staff's opinion is the interim striping plan, community based plan is the ultimate long term/permanent problem solver. Phil Jones, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding 1,000 cars per day are doing 60 mph. Speed is the real issue, not the 40 mph speed limit. Community is willing to work with Council to address safety and cost. Safety, aestetics and convenience - in balance. Christine Davis, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding cost effective changes to improve safety, in favor of re-striping. Glen Becktel, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council regarding addressing the speed of traffic along La Costa Avenue, thanking Council for adding traffic lights and speed control signs. Douglas - mailers to how many homes? Bilse - approx. 3,000 homes. Bilse - $86,000 consultant fees, $24,000 mailing fees. Douglas - Consultant costs - Bilse - $75,000 previously plus $25,000 to now. Bilse - consultant fees addressed. Pat - consultant fees cover developing an ultimate community plan or vision - is the end product of what the consultant is delivering. Kulchin - we have very capable staff, e.g. Envision Carlsbad. Hall - technical/high level view of the project is what the consultant can provide. Pat - consultant will provide take ideas, preferences from all stakeholders, emergency response, residents, etc. provide map layouts of options, renderings for the public, taking into account of drainage, cost, etc. translating through technical filters that's effective and affordable, so that all issues are adquately addressed. Provide concept plans. Bilse - concept plans will allow an accurate plan and cost. Staff advised that the City does not have the expertise of the consultants. Douglas - striping now, not comfortable with this item. Kulchin - supports striping, not item. Hall - support staff, incorporate Traffic Safety Commission through whole process. Reso. 2011-049 - approved 3/2 Kulchin and Douglas - No. Reso. 2011-050 - Motion by packard approved 3/2, Kulchin and Douglas - No. Bilse will bring back striping plan ASAP, May to Traffic Safety Commission. 1st community meeting anticipated for April. Bilse - explained how long a formal striping plan would take to put into place. Hammann - would like at least one community meeting before a formal striping plan.
AB #20,491
14. AB #20,492 - FORMATION OF A SUB-COMMITTEE FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSISTING COUNCIL TO SPUR LOCAL INVESTMENT AND FOOT TRAFFIC IN THE VILLAGE OF CARLSBAD. To consider forming a sub-committee to make proposals and recommendations to create programs, policies or other financing mechanisms that may spur local investment and foot traffic in the Village of Carlsbad. Resolution No. 2011-051. ACTION:
John Coates, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report, on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Hall appointed Appoint Kulchin and Douglas - approved 5/0 Approved
AB #20,492
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments
COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: (*=Appointed by other agency) (Revised 3/3/11)
PACKARD Buena Vista Lagoon JPC, City/School Committee, North County Transit District Board of Directors, NCTD Performance, Administration and Finance Committee, North County Transit District Executive Committee, North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority
DOUGLAS League of California Cities - SD Division, San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors. SANDAG Board of Directors (2nd alternate), SANDAG Borders Committee
BLACKBURN Buena Vista Lagoon JPC, Chamber of Commerce Liaison, City/School Committee, Encina Joint Powers (JAC), Encina Wastewater Authority, EWA Capital Improvement Committee - Chair, North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority
KULCHIN CalCoast Board of Directors, Encina Joint Powers (JAC), Encina Wastewater Authority - Chair, EWA Policy & Finance Committee, North County Transit District (alternate), *San Diego Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE), SANDAG Board of Directors (1st alternate), *SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Committee
HALL Chamber of Commerce Liaison, LAFCO Cities Advisory Committee, North County Mayors and Managers, SANDAG Board of Directors, SANDAG Transportation Committee
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Packard requested further information from staff regarding proposed Buena Vista Lagoon changes.
ADJOURNMENT.
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