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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (4 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:05:36)
ROLL CALL:
LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION:
Father William Rowland St. Pat's CHurch
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Let by Matt Hall
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Passed
Minutes of the Special Meeting held June 17, 2008.
Minutes of the Joint Special Meetings held June 17, 2008.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 17, 2008.
PLEASE NOTE: SOME AGENDA ITEMS MAY TAKE SEVERAL MOMENTS TO DISPLAY.
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.
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: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #19,512 - APPROVE RATIFICATION OF REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH TECHBILT CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION. Approving the ratification of a reimbursement agreement with Techbilt Construction Corporation for Planned Local Drainage Area Facility "BP" along La Mirada Creek at Faraday Avenue, Project No 3622. Resolution No. 2008-208. ACTION:
AB #19,512
2. AB #19,513 - APPROVE PURCHASE CONTRACT OF POLICE COMMAND POST VEHICLE AND AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL. Approving the purchase contract of a Police Command Post Vehicle from Farber Specialty Vehicles, and authorizing out-of-state travel to Ohio for design, construction inspection and vehicle pick-up. Resolution No. 2008-209. ACTION:
AB #19,513
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
Ron Ball titled the ordinance
3. AB #19,514 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT SMOKING IN CITY PARKS, BEACHES AND TRAILS. To consider amending Section 11.32.010 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code and adding Section 11.32.110 to prohibit smoking in City parks, beaches and trails. Introduction of Ordinance No. NS-894. ACTION:
Questions have come up regarding jurisdiction of Beaches. Treated same as porhibitions regarding glass, bottles, dogs, alcohol, etc.
Micheael Cariaglio spoke to council regarding the ban on smoking. Thanks Council for moving forward with this ban on smoking at trails, parks and beaches.
Candice Porter Alliance for drug free youth. Eliminate language" unless designated areas" this doesn't work well, makes the rule unclear. Disempowers the regulation.
She did a compliance check for City of Encinitas to check for smokers in no smoking areas. Found far less cigarette butts on beaches and only 1 smoker. Showed signage for no smoking ban and info.
Judi Strang, North County Coastal PTA spoke in support of no smoking ordinance. Suggested adding outdoor smoking at restaurants to the areas where smoking would be banned. Head of life guards at Encinitas said no particular problem with enforcing smoking ban.
Titled the ordinance for introducation by City Attorney Ron Ball.
Kulchin
4. AB #19,515 - REPEALING AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 3.28 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING PURCHASING . To consider repealing Chapter 3.28 regulating Purchasing in its entirety, and adopting Chapter 3.28 regulating Purchasing in the Carlsbad Municipal Code. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-002. ACTION:
Colette Wengenroth Finance Manager gave the presentation.
Background, City team formed to review purchasing process. TO reduce paperwork, maintain integrity to processes. Also to see what changes may be needed because of Charter City
Report on file in office of City Clerk.
See agenda bill for detailed information. Still requires City Council Approval. City manager on smaller projects to determine requiring prevailing wages. Reviewed changes made post printing. Changed may to shall to maintain consistency. Time line for ordinance. Effective 30 days after adoption or after Charter City official. 3 major areas of change, city manager to be approving, small purchases considered under $30,000 instead of $5,000
Lewis, a council member asks for more time to gather more information regarding the ordinance.
Mr. Hall questions 3.28.040 how we award capital projects. Budtget process, 20-40 hours of study times, 3-4 briefings. Believes smaller items don't get enough time to review those items. Out of fairness to collegues, the night of adoption will have lots of comment and thinks moving it out another week would be beneficial.
Mr. Ball,
Item
AB #19,515
AB #19,514
5. AB #19,516 - ESTABLISH A NO PARKING ZONE ON A PORTION OF CAMINO DE LOS COCHES. To consider amending Title 10, Chapter 10.40, of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by the addition of Section 10.40.131 to declare a No Parking Zone on the southerly side of Camino de Los Coches from Rancho Santa Fe Road to its intersection with Maverick Way. Introduction of Ordinance No. NS-895. ACTION:
Ordinance titled by City Attorney Ron Ball. No parking zone on southerly side of Camino de los coaches
Mayor noted closed session, instructed staff and held closed session regarding salaries for portion of staff.
AB #19,516
PUBLIC COMMENT: In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council action can occur on items presented during Public Comment. A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Council on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak during Public Comment, fill out a SPEAKER CARD and place it in the clear tray on the wall adjacent to the Deputy City Clerk. If there are more than five (5) speakers, the remaining speakers will be heard at the end of the agenda just prior to Council Reports. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.
Michelle Levy, Carlsbad, spoke in support of the development of a Fire Department Master plan. Concerned about money spent on other items in the City and not on the Fire Department Master Plan.
Helena Neilsen Echfield and husband Richard, Carlsbad, regarding Slow Down, Save Gas and Curb Global Warming program at Carlsbad and San Marcos High Schools. Shared a report from High School Students who participated in this study. Gary Giagos spoke with SANDAG to endorse this movement to get people to slow down on the freeway and drive 55. Richard, Eckfield, thanked Council for it's leadership with SANDAG. Optimum flow on the freeway is 55.
Richard is asking for Police to monitor I-5 to maintain 55 speedlimits. Look into signage upon entering City Limits stating Carlsbad expects driving the speed limit. Suggest Council to contact the press to show support of this movement. Consider the revenue obtained from tickets to speeding motorists. Programs done through foreign language classes. Asks council to direct police to observe speed of travelers on the freeway. Fees could go towards transit improvements.
Mr. Hall questioned literature, economy, pointed out financial benefits of slowing down. More mpg's by driving the speed limit. Handouts given to council on file with office of the City Clerk.
Bill being introduced to reduce speed limits nation wide to cut pollution and fuel consumption and reduce global warming.
ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL AND MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL AND MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
6:36 adjourned to
JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL
And
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
AGENDA
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
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.
4-0-1
adjourned 6:36
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
6. AB #19,517 - AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE EL CAMINO REAL 24-INCH TRANSMISSION MAIN, FLOW CONTROL STATION, WIDENING NORTH OF COUGAR DRIVE, MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS, PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND CONCRETE REPLACEMENT. Approving the reimbursement to the Carlsbad Municipal Water District for the actual costs of the construction of widening El Camino Real north of Cougar Drive, Median Improvements, Pavement Overlay, and Concrete Replacement and authorizing the appropriation of funds, Project Nos. 3920, 6001 and 6013; and, Council Resolution No. 2008-210 Accepting bids and awarding a contract for the construction of the El Camino Real 24-inch Transmission Main, Flow Control Station, widening north of Cougar Drive, Median Improvements, Pavement Overlay and Concrete Replacement and authorizing the appropriation of funds, Project Nos. 3843, 3920, 6001, and 6013.Board Resolution No. 1329. ACTION:
AB #19,517
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD
AGENDA
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Special Meeting
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held June 17, 2008.
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: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #658 - AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION TO STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES. Authorizing the application for a grant from the State of California Department of Water Resources requesting funding towards water leak detection equipment. Resolution No. 1328. ACTION:
AB #658
ADJOURNMENT TO THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M.
called to order 6:37
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held April 22, 2008.
Minutes of the Special Meeting held April 22, 2008.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held May 20, 2008.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AB #408 - LUMIERE CARLSBAD VILLAGE HOTEL. To consider approving Major Redevelopment Permit No. RP 07-14; Coastal Development Permit No. CDP 07-25, and Tentative Tract Map No. CT 07-11, for the construction of a mixed-use development project consisting of 39 hotel rooms, twelve condominium units and 2,815 square feet of restaurant space on the property located at 3100 and 3150 Ocean Street. Resolution No. 455. ACTION:
Public Hearing 6:38 Lisa Hildabrand introduced Austin Silva to do presentation
Austin Silva, Assistant Planner gave the presentation. Presentation on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Existing on property are vacation rentals. Gave description of surrounding properties.
Increases parking by 2 spaces.
Attracts additional tourists, improves the location. Meets all requirements.
Housing and Redevelopment required to do something. Shows more images of elevation. Better building design by the set-backs.
Building height is 45'. Parking underground makes building height within the requirements. Provided features to be visibly appealing. Foot wash for sand otu side, rooftop pool area and rooftop restaurant.
Showed several elevations. HRD has conducted environmental review. As a result the project is exempt from this review. This project has a project positive financial impact. Increase taxes because of increased property values. Staff and design review board approved the plans.
Developer and his representative, Bob, Ladwig came forward to address council. Stated he is not asking for anything outside of regulations.
Public Hearing opened at 6:47
Michael Babwall, Carlsbad, Chamber of Commerce spoke in support of project. Catalyst for other great developments
Kurt Burkhaert, Carlsbad Visitor and Convention Bureau spoke in support of Lumiere Carlsbad Village Hotel. Coastal proximity makes this new property a winner of top shelf for our community. Most attractive lure, lots of choices.
Wesley Marks, Carlsbad, expressed appreciation for cigarette ban. This would intensify the use of the property, increase the impacts that need to be address. Would like to see environmental report, increases traffic, energy use, congestion, etc. Concerned about traffic increase on Ocean, a narrow street where families line the streets unloading/loading for the Beach.
Mr. Marks said traffic report includes traffic reports on the street. Study was done in Nov. on a week day. Traffic patterns vary by season and day of the week. ie summer weekends and when inland temperatures are high. Concerned by increased traffic.
Itemization of energy and water use to look at mitigating these impacts. Balconies should not be included in open space counts. Submitted a written testimony.
Mayor invited developer to comment on public responses. Sam Cabb traffic engineer for developer. Traffic study done in Nov because staff asked for it then. Has also been done in July. During the week because those trips are not typically discretionary like work and school. Weekends are discretionary. Peak time 6-9 am, 4-6 pm take the highest hour during those times for the study. Fits with Cities growth Management Plan and traffic. Kulchin asked about studies done in July or Novemeber. Done in July, asked to expand and those done in November. Some done in both months. July and november studies both included
Closed hearing at 6:59
Mayor asked Bob Johnson to come forward. Asked in reference to board meeting everything seems to be set in place. Asked Mr. Hall if he needed to step down. Our traffic counts are alright??? asked Lewis.
Johnson explained the process of traffic studies. Staff is satisfied with the conclusions of the traffic study and recommend approval.
Asked if underground parking meets all needs of the facility? Bob said ask Austin Silva
Silva no parking reductions , encouraged deve to post signage directing restaurant patrons to use underground parking and not street parking. Nygaard wants special condition to be signage explaining to patrons to use underground parking.
Johnson said that is within the norm. Kulchin asked about the Valet parking for restaurant, developer said yes. Hall-do they meet the parking requirement? Austin said yes, they added 2 more than are currently there.
Hall the 2 current building? What standard of parking are they now? Austin Not sure. Asked girl in flower skirt to come forward. Do not believe they are at current parking standard.
Ms. Nygaard one other issue. Concerned by construction. Busiest months for that area to have construction going on then. Can it start after the summer season to reduce conjestion
Design review board asked staff to work with developer to get past the summer season before startging constuction. Developer said they'd comply but no restriction places on the approval. Debbie Fountain in flowered skirt. Lewis asked a question about coastal development permit. Debbie said it's inthe appeal stage???!!?
Lewis, does it fall iunder city jurisdiction to permit? Yes
Summer season construction, asked Bob Ladwig to come forward again. Can start construction once final approval. Can create a staging area using frontage on Oak ave and put in temp. fence to avoid interupting public area.
Nygaard-thinks it'll be a great additional, feels comfortable about parking with proper signage after staff comments. Construction going on not in summer season is important. Nice addition to community.
Hall says current units are nice but old and this will be far nicer and much higher standard. Restaurant will be great amenity, within walking distance is a plus. Impressed we are able to attract a builder and developer of this caliber at this location.
Kulchin, Hall said it all. She is excited about it. Supports this project. Inducement to others to do other things of this caliber. This will draw people willing to spend money. Ball says to amend paragraph 2 adding instruction regarding parking signage.
Kulchin moves and Hall seconds as amended by city attorney. Vote 4-0-1 approved
No reports from Lisa. Hall, reported on SANDAG
AB #408
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Adjournment and continuation at 7:13 and then reports by Council Members
CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Ribbon cutting at Calvary Church northeast corner of Aviara Pkwy and Poinsettia.
Lewis, on water issues. presentation upcoming regarding issues with reservoirs.
Announcements from Lorraine invited to WEd 7-16 11 am Council STudy SEssion at Faraday. Fre 7-18 5:30 Agua Hedionda Sunset
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items.
Adjourned at 7:17
Motion to approve PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:24:09)
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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (4 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:05:36)
ROLL CALL:
LEGISLATIVE INVOCATION:
Father William Rowland St. Pat's CHurch
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Let by Matt Hall
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Passed
Minutes of the Special Meeting held June 17, 2008.
Minutes of the Joint Special Meetings held June 17, 2008.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 17, 2008.
PLEASE NOTE: SOME AGENDA ITEMS MAY TAKE SEVERAL MOMENTS TO DISPLAY.
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.
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: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #19,512 - APPROVE RATIFICATION OF REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH TECHBILT CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION. Approving the ratification of a reimbursement agreement with Techbilt Construction Corporation for Planned Local Drainage Area Facility "BP" along La Mirada Creek at Faraday Avenue, Project No 3622. Resolution No. 2008-208. ACTION:
AB #19,512
2. AB #19,513 - APPROVE PURCHASE CONTRACT OF POLICE COMMAND POST VEHICLE AND AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL. Approving the purchase contract of a Police Command Post Vehicle from Farber Specialty Vehicles, and authorizing out-of-state travel to Ohio for design, construction inspection and vehicle pick-up. Resolution No. 2008-209. ACTION:
AB #19,513
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
Ron Ball titled the ordinance
3. AB #19,514 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT SMOKING IN CITY PARKS, BEACHES AND TRAILS. To consider amending Section 11.32.010 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code and adding Section 11.32.110 to prohibit smoking in City parks, beaches and trails. Introduction of Ordinance No. NS-894. ACTION:
Questions have come up regarding jurisdiction of Beaches. Treated same as porhibitions regarding glass, bottles, dogs, alcohol, etc.
Micheael Cariaglio spoke to council regarding the ban on smoking. Thanks Council for moving forward with this ban on smoking at trails, parks and beaches.
Candice Porter Alliance for drug free youth. Eliminate language" unless designated areas" this doesn't work well, makes the rule unclear. Disempowers the regulation.
She did a compliance check for City of Encinitas to check for smokers in no smoking areas. Found far less cigarette butts on beaches and only 1 smoker. Showed signage for no smoking ban and info.
Judi Strang, North County Coastal PTA spoke in support of no smoking ordinance. Suggested adding outdoor smoking at restaurants to the areas where smoking would be banned. Head of life guards at Encinitas said no particular problem with enforcing smoking ban.
Titled the ordinance for introducation by City Attorney Ron Ball.
Kulchin
4. AB #19,515 - REPEALING AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 3.28 OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING PURCHASING . To consider repealing Chapter 3.28 regulating Purchasing in its entirety, and adopting Chapter 3.28 regulating Purchasing in the Carlsbad Municipal Code. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-002. ACTION:
Colette Wengenroth Finance Manager gave the presentation.
Background, City team formed to review purchasing process. TO reduce paperwork, maintain integrity to processes. Also to see what changes may be needed because of Charter City
Report on file in office of City Clerk.
See agenda bill for detailed information. Still requires City Council Approval. City manager on smaller projects to determine requiring prevailing wages. Reviewed changes made post printing. Changed may to shall to maintain consistency. Time line for ordinance. Effective 30 days after adoption or after Charter City official. 3 major areas of change, city manager to be approving, small purchases considered under $30,000 instead of $5,000
Lewis, a council member asks for more time to gather more information regarding the ordinance.
Mr. Hall questions 3.28.040 how we award capital projects. Budtget process, 20-40 hours of study times, 3-4 briefings. Believes smaller items don't get enough time to review those items. Out of fairness to collegues, the night of adoption will have lots of comment and thinks moving it out another week would be beneficial.
Mr. Ball,
Item
AB #19,515
AB #19,514
5. AB #19,516 - ESTABLISH A NO PARKING ZONE ON A PORTION OF CAMINO DE LOS COCHES. To consider amending Title 10, Chapter 10.40, of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by the addition of Section 10.40.131 to declare a No Parking Zone on the southerly side of Camino de Los Coches from Rancho Santa Fe Road to its intersection with Maverick Way. Introduction of Ordinance No. NS-895. ACTION:
Ordinance titled by City Attorney Ron Ball. No parking zone on southerly side of Camino de los coaches
Mayor noted closed session, instructed staff and held closed session regarding salaries for portion of staff.
AB #19,516
PUBLIC COMMENT: In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council action can occur on items presented during Public Comment. A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Council on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak during Public Comment, fill out a SPEAKER CARD and place it in the clear tray on the wall adjacent to the Deputy City Clerk. If there are more than five (5) speakers, the remaining speakers will be heard at the end of the agenda just prior to Council Reports. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.
Michelle Levy, Carlsbad, spoke in support of the development of a Fire Department Master plan. Concerned about money spent on other items in the City and not on the Fire Department Master Plan.
Helena Neilsen Echfield and husband Richard, Carlsbad, regarding Slow Down, Save Gas and Curb Global Warming program at Carlsbad and San Marcos High Schools. Shared a report from High School Students who participated in this study. Gary Giagos spoke with SANDAG to endorse this movement to get people to slow down on the freeway and drive 55. Richard, Eckfield, thanked Council for it's leadership with SANDAG. Optimum flow on the freeway is 55.
Richard is asking for Police to monitor I-5 to maintain 55 speedlimits. Look into signage upon entering City Limits stating Carlsbad expects driving the speed limit. Suggest Council to contact the press to show support of this movement. Consider the revenue obtained from tickets to speeding motorists. Programs done through foreign language classes. Asks council to direct police to observe speed of travelers on the freeway. Fees could go towards transit improvements.
Mr. Hall questioned literature, economy, pointed out financial benefits of slowing down. More mpg's by driving the speed limit. Handouts given to council on file with office of the City Clerk.
Bill being introduced to reduce speed limits nation wide to cut pollution and fuel consumption and reduce global warming.
ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL AND MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL AND MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
6:36 adjourned to
JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL
And
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
AGENDA
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
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.
4-0-1
adjourned 6:36
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
6. AB #19,517 - AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE EL CAMINO REAL 24-INCH TRANSMISSION MAIN, FLOW CONTROL STATION, WIDENING NORTH OF COUGAR DRIVE, MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS, PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND CONCRETE REPLACEMENT. Approving the reimbursement to the Carlsbad Municipal Water District for the actual costs of the construction of widening El Camino Real north of Cougar Drive, Median Improvements, Pavement Overlay, and Concrete Replacement and authorizing the appropriation of funds, Project Nos. 3920, 6001 and 6013; and, Council Resolution No. 2008-210 Accepting bids and awarding a contract for the construction of the El Camino Real 24-inch Transmission Main, Flow Control Station, widening north of Cougar Drive, Median Improvements, Pavement Overlay and Concrete Replacement and authorizing the appropriation of funds, Project Nos. 3843, 3920, 6001, and 6013.Board Resolution No. 1329. ACTION:
AB #19,517
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD
AGENDA
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Special Meeting
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held June 17, 2008.
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: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #658 - AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION TO STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES. Authorizing the application for a grant from the State of California Department of Water Resources requesting funding towards water leak detection equipment. Resolution No. 1328. ACTION:
AB #658
ADJOURNMENT TO THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CARLSBAD
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting
July 15, 2008
6:00 P.M.
called to order 6:37
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held April 22, 2008.
Minutes of the Special Meeting held April 22, 2008.
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held May 20, 2008.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AB #408 - LUMIERE CARLSBAD VILLAGE HOTEL. To consider approving Major Redevelopment Permit No. RP 07-14; Coastal Development Permit No. CDP 07-25, and Tentative Tract Map No. CT 07-11, for the construction of a mixed-use development project consisting of 39 hotel rooms, twelve condominium units and 2,815 square feet of restaurant space on the property located at 3100 and 3150 Ocean Street. Resolution No. 455. ACTION:
Public Hearing 6:38 Lisa Hildabrand introduced Austin Silva to do presentation
Austin Silva, Assistant Planner gave the presentation. Presentation on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Existing on property are vacation rentals. Gave description of surrounding properties.
Increases parking by 2 spaces.
Attracts additional tourists, improves the location. Meets all requirements.
Housing and Redevelopment required to do something. Shows more images of elevation. Better building design by the set-backs.
Building height is 45'. Parking underground makes building height within the requirements. Provided features to be visibly appealing. Foot wash for sand otu side, rooftop pool area and rooftop restaurant.
Showed several elevations. HRD has conducted environmental review. As a result the project is exempt from this review. This project has a project positive financial impact. Increase taxes because of increased property values. Staff and design review board approved the plans.
Developer and his representative, Bob, Ladwig came forward to address council. Stated he is not asking for anything outside of regulations.
Public Hearing opened at 6:47
Michael Babwall, Carlsbad, Chamber of Commerce spoke in support of project. Catalyst for other great developments
Kurt Burkhaert, Carlsbad Visitor and Convention Bureau spoke in support of Lumiere Carlsbad Village Hotel. Coastal proximity makes this new property a winner of top shelf for our community. Most attractive lure, lots of choices.
Wesley Marks, Carlsbad, expressed appreciation for cigarette ban. This would intensify the use of the property, increase the impacts that need to be address. Would like to see environmental report, increases traffic, energy use, congestion, etc. Concerned about traffic increase on Ocean, a narrow street where families line the streets unloading/loading for the Beach.
Mr. Marks said traffic report includes traffic reports on the street. Study was done in Nov. on a week day. Traffic patterns vary by season and day of the week. ie summer weekends and when inland temperatures are high. Concerned by increased traffic.
Itemization of energy and water use to look at mitigating these impacts. Balconies should not be included in open space counts. Submitted a written testimony.
Mayor invited developer to comment on public responses. Sam Cabb traffic engineer for developer. Traffic study done in Nov because staff asked for it then. Has also been done in July. During the week because those trips are not typically discretionary like work and school. Weekends are discretionary. Peak time 6-9 am, 4-6 pm take the highest hour during those times for the study. Fits with Cities growth Management Plan and traffic. Kulchin asked about studies done in July or Novemeber. Done in July, asked to expand and those done in November. Some done in both months. July and november studies both included
Closed hearing at 6:59
Mayor asked Bob Johnson to come forward. Asked in reference to board meeting everything seems to be set in place. Asked Mr. Hall if he needed to step down. Our traffic counts are alright??? asked Lewis.
Johnson explained the process of traffic studies. Staff is satisfied with the conclusions of the traffic study and recommend approval.
Asked if underground parking meets all needs of the facility? Bob said ask Austin Silva
Silva no parking reductions , encouraged deve to post signage directing restaurant patrons to use underground parking and not street parking. Nygaard wants special condition to be signage explaining to patrons to use underground parking.
Johnson said that is within the norm. Kulchin asked about the Valet parking for restaurant, developer said yes. Hall-do they meet the parking requirement? Austin said yes, they added 2 more than are currently there.
Hall the 2 current building? What standard of parking are they now? Austin Not sure. Asked girl in flower skirt to come forward. Do not believe they are at current parking standard.
Ms. Nygaard one other issue. Concerned by construction. Busiest months for that area to have construction going on then. Can it start after the summer season to reduce conjestion
Design review board asked staff to work with developer to get past the summer season before startging constuction. Developer said they'd comply but no restriction places on the approval. Debbie Fountain in flowered skirt. Lewis asked a question about coastal development permit. Debbie said it's inthe appeal stage???!!?
Lewis, does it fall iunder city jurisdiction to permit? Yes
Summer season construction, asked Bob Ladwig to come forward again. Can start construction once final approval. Can create a staging area using frontage on Oak ave and put in temp. fence to avoid interupting public area.
Nygaard-thinks it'll be a great additional, feels comfortable about parking with proper signage after staff comments. Construction going on not in summer season is important. Nice addition to community.
Hall says current units are nice but old and this will be far nicer and much higher standard. Restaurant will be great amenity, within walking distance is a plus. Impressed we are able to attract a builder and developer of this caliber at this location.
Kulchin, Hall said it all. She is excited about it. Supports this project. Inducement to others to do other things of this caliber. This will draw people willing to spend money. Ball says to amend paragraph 2 adding instruction regarding parking signage.
Kulchin moves and Hall seconds as amended by city attorney. Vote 4-0-1 approved
No reports from Lisa. Hall, reported on SANDAG
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ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Adjournment and continuation at 7:13 and then reports by Council Members
CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Ribbon cutting at Calvary Church northeast corner of Aviara Pkwy and Poinsettia.
Lewis, on water issues. presentation upcoming regarding issues with reservoirs.
Announcements from Lorraine invited to WEd 7-16 11 am Council STudy SEssion at Faraday. Fre 7-18 5:30 Agua Hedionda Sunset
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items.
Adjourned at 7:17
Motion to approve PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary) The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:24:09)
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