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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (5 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:01:24)
ROLL CALL:
Announced closed session, directed City Attorney and Staff on the matter. Last was CA and CM evaluation.
PRESENTATIONS:
Retirement Proclamation Presentation to Greg Clavier.
Council presented a retirement proclamation to Greg Clavier and thanked him for his years of service to the City of Carlsbad. 35 years. Facilities superintendent, public works manager, June 2005 promotion. Maintenance computer system, other automated systems implemented by Greg, Maintstar, etc. Member of strategic change team, read by Ann Kulchin.
Greg came forward and accepted the proclamation. Lewis mentioned he attended CHS
Proclamation Presentation in Recognition of Housing Commissioner Doris Ritchie.
Matt Hall presented the proclamation to Doris Ritchie in recognition of her service on the Housing Commission.
community minded spirit, involved in other community groups. 10 year housing commissioner.
Doris Ritchie came forward to accept the proclamation and expressed thanked council for the recognition.
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 #20,056 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from the Friends of the Carlsbad City Library in support of the 2010 Carlsbad Reads Together Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-301. ACTION:
AB #20,056
2. AB #20,057 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Imperial Capital Bank in support of the Youth Sports Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-302. ACTION:
AB #20,057
3. AB #20,058 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Imperial Capital Bank in support of the Opportunity Grants Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-303. ACTION:
AB #20,058
4. AB #20,059 -CONTRIBUTION TO NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL WINTER SHELTER. Approving the appropriation of funds to support the North County Regional Winter Shelter Program. Resolution No. 2009-304. ACTION:
AB #20,059
5. AB #20,060 -ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT ON CAPITAL FUNDS AND SPECIAL TAXES. Accepting the report on capital funds and special taxes pursuant to California Government Code Sections 50075 and 66001. Resolution No. 2009-305. ACTION:
AB #20,060
6. AB #20,061 - AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS BETWEEN TRANSNET PROJECTS. Authorizing the transfer of funds from closed Project 9005-3 to Project 6001-1. Resolution No. 2009-306. ACTION:
AB #20,061
7. AB #20,062 - LOAN FROM CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION FOR STREETLIGHT RETROFIT PROJECT. Accepting California Energy Commission Loan 004-09-ECE-ARRA; and, appropriating funds from the loan to the Streetlight Retrofit and Relamping project. Resolution No. 2009-307. ACTION:
AB #20,062
8. AB #20,063 - AGREEMENT FOR TREE TRIMMING MAINTENANCE SERVICES. Approving an agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Trimming Maintenance Services, Bid No. 09-06. Resolution No. 2009-308. ACTION:
AB #20,063
9. AB #20,068 - CABLE INFRASTRUCTURE FUND BUDGET APPROPRIATION. Approving a correction to the operating budget appropriation for the Local Cable Infrastructure Fund for Fiscal Year 2009-10. Resolution No. 2009-309. ACTION:
AB #20,068
10. AB #20,069 - DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY. Declaring a Local Emergency for repair of a storm drain from 2950 La Costa Avenue to 7546 Gibraltar Street. Resolution No. 2009-312. ACTION:
AB #20,069
5/0
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
11. AB #20,064 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE FINDINGS BY PLANNING COMMISSION. To consider amending Section 2.24.065 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to eliminate the necessity for General Plan Conformance Findings by the Planning Commission for specified circumstances. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-071. ACTION:
AB #20,064
Ron Ball titled the ordinance. Eliminate the conformance findings by the planning commission. as required by general law cities. Now that we're a charter city we are no longer bound by those requirements so it's recommended that we eliminate that procedure. No questions from Council. 5/0
12. AB #20,070 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TITLES 2 AND 11 AND REVISION OF COUNCIL POLICY NUMBER 4. To consider amending Carlsbad Municipal Code Title 2 regarding the duties of the Parks and Recreation Commission and Carlsbad Municipal Code Title 11 regarding trees and shrubs; and, To consider amending City Council Policy No. 4, related to Street Trees. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-072. Resolution No. 2009-313. ACTION:
AB #20,070
City Attorney Ron Ball titled the ordinance. No questions from Council, 5/0. Clarifying that heritage trees can be removed if those pose a danger or threat to life or property or by proper process. Also changes to council policy number 4.
Adopted reso 5/0.
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
City Attorney titled the ordinance and Council adopted the ordinance. 5/0.
13. AB #20,065 - APPROVAL OF COASTAL COMMISSION'S SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS TO THE CARLSBAD RANCH SPECIFIC PLAN. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-069 approving a Specific Plan Amendment (SP 207H), and Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA 08-01), to revise the Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan and accepting the Coastal Commission's suggested modifications to encourage alternative transportation modes, preclude hotel conversions, and monitor parking. ACTION:
AB #20,065
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.
Mentioned a letter received about a letter of economic liability. Ball said Avoid adopting a view preservation ordinance. These ordinances could lead to possible litigation and can be quite costly. Better to have CCR regulate the subdivision.
Ben Muscavich, Carlsbad, 5185 Carlsbad BLVD. spoke in support of creating a view obstruction ordinance. His neighbors have planted a row of bamboo that will shortly block his view. He understands the concern of legal issues. Del Mar has forced residents to prune trees to protect the view of residents. He has an expensive house and the bamboo has ruined his view and the blocked view will lessen his property value. Mayor thanked him for his presentation.
6:25 adjourned
ADJOURNMENT TO THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
CITY OF CARLSBAD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
DECEMBER 8, 2009
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
DEPARTMENTAL AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT:
14. AB #420 - VILLAGE STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND FUNDING APPROPRIATION. To consider approving the program descriptions and the initial appropriation of funds for the implementation of the Village Storefront Improvement Grant Program. Resolution No. 480. ACTION:
AB #420
Hall and Packard stated a potential conflict of interest stepped down from the dias because of property ownership in the village. Debbie Fountain came forward to address Council.
Projects to enhance village store fronts.
Shared a video presentation on the successes of the redevelopment of the village area.
refer to the youtube channel where the video can be viewed.
Courtney Enriquez, Management Analyst, came forward and reviewed a powerpoint presentation (on file in the office of the city clerk).
Courtney explained the grant program and also the requirements of participation in the program.
funding offered is a grant to reimburse the applicant.
property owners within the village boundries with no code violations and must comply with ADA.
General design guidelines must be followed. All improvements must meet codes, colors of signs, windows and canopies must coordinate. eligible improvements; enegy efficient lighting to illuminat signage and storefront. awnings canopies, etc. must follow guidelines.
aimed at attracting more customers to the villages. new construction, non commercial buisness, national franchises, religious institutions are not eligible for grant funds.
reinvests in the local economy.approve the program descrition and appropriate funds to implement the storefron improvement grant program inthe vilage.
lewis, during the briefing-mixed use-painting could be part the program. how would we worked a mixed use property? Debbie said that property owner would work with redevelopment and they would only fund for the busines component not the residential portion of the building.
Justin Gestura, Senior Grubby's part owner, he spoke in support of approving the storefront grant program. HE said many other areas of the city and neighboring cities are brining in new and interesting businesses and the village needs more to compete. New street lights going in now and it makes a big difference. He asked staff if new signage would be included.
Cindy Veen, Carlsbad business owner VEen antiques and Cindy's garden., came forward to speak in support of approving the grant program. Thanked council for new parking in the village. asked is there a $2500 minimum?
Robin Young, exec director of CVA. Carlsbad Village Business association. spoke in support of the storefront improvement program. Several businesses are already making plans to receive funds.
Debbie answered-do include signage, doors, windows, paint, minimum of $2500 want more substantial types of improvements, not just superficial changes. its a lot of administration for small funds so looking for more substantial improvements. Lewis asked more about signage.
Signage must still comply with standards for the village area but would cover cost of new signs as long as they comply.
A little more creativity is now allowed so they want business owners to get creative.
Blackburn-what about tree lighting and new street lighting.
Courtney-8 decorative light standards on grand, state and roosevelt. currently waiting on photo cells so they aren't quite ready to go yet. regulate automatic lighting. working on solar light project. lewis, light standards- are we changing over to be all the same lights? Debbie said those added already match the standards in place, the 8 are just additional of the same style.
Kulchin said she thinks its a wonderful idea. She thinks the monetary ampunt is great. Blackburn said the building at the northeast at state and cbd did a recent facelift. lots of positive feedback. 3/2 absent hall and packard.
adjourned at 6:46 an d matt and mark returned to dias.
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
15. AB #20,066 - COMMUNITY ACTIVITY GRANTS PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010 FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS. To consider accepting the recommendations of the Community Activity Grants Citizen Review Committee regarding the allocation of funds to the organizations identified. Resolution No. 2009-310. ACTION:
AB #20,066
Judi Vincent reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Funding for 9 groups, $40k. Assistnace league of north coast, 5k, varied community programs for kdis and adult. 748 troop bsa for pancake fundraiser, cbad ed foundation, 4k, science enrichment for kids care, cnad explorer, 11k, introduce youth to law enforcement, cbad softball assoc 2.5k, cvba 3.5k funding for thursdays on the coast, monthly art walk, community resource center5k holiday basket programs, mithcell thorp 3500 support for sick kids and athlete scholarships, phoenix house sand diego5k outpatient substance abuse recovery center. all are non profit organizations.
Lewis, Thorp foundation question-Brad thorpe came forward. Lewis concerned about husband and wife have 40% of the vote of the governing board. Just brought on a CFO to help with this issue so there are 6 members on the board.
Hall imagine cbad asked for a small amount and they didn't get anything. Vincent said the committee rated individually and they weren't in the top rated because it wasn't a high priority to the committee members. Packard thanked committee members for participation bring a wide range of backgrounds.
Most committee members were from citizens academy packard mentioned.
Kulchin, asked miss vincent to write a letter of thanks to committee members and have mayor sign. 5/0
16. AB #20,067 - APPEAL OF BUSINESS LICENSE CLASSIFICATON BY PACIFIC SHORES PRODUCE, LLC. To consider the appeal of the business license classification by Pacific Shores Produce, LLC. Resolution No. 2009-311. ACTION:
AB #20,067
Lisa introduced the item. Colette Wengenroth did the presentation.
Pacific shores produce llc appeal. Reviewed a power point presentation on file in the office of the city clerk.
business licens tax calculation, flat tax and gross receipts.
license classification-classification criteria company's applications, standard industrial classicification, CMC lists taxes associted w/ business. Pac shores is listed as wholesaler. tax based on gross receipts. want to be professional designation.
middleman for fresh produce, brfings no goods into cbad.
staff reviewed the appeal, .20/1000 gross receipts. Fair and consisten application of classifications. Staff recommends that wholesale classification is correct.
Co owners of business came forward. James Barzack and Kevin, came forward. They feel the classification is incorrect. They sell information. No one comes to their storefront, they use no infrastructure in carlsbad. The current classification puts undue strain on their business that they believe is unfair, want to be inthe professional category. Formerly in Encinitas and there they had professional classificaiton. Lewis asked what classification in Encinitas, Kevin said SIC designation for Carlsbad said wholesaler. Kulchin asked them to change their SIC. They are working on it. Kevin said to the IRS said they are a wholesaler.
Packard asked if they've read the cities code about the classifications? They said yes. They feel that they do not fit nicely in those prescribed classification. Packard-he agreed it doesn't look like they fit in anywhere. But the city requires the SIC designation-which is set by the IRS but the two are not congruent.
Lewis said they have to change with IRS. Hall said they are all trying to help find a good fit. Sounds more like a broker, doesn't have a solution. The SIC code is the real problem for these business owners.
Blackburn said-what do you do? LISTEN TO THIS AGAIN. Blackburn thinks they are more like a stock broker. He doesn't support the appeal on the evidence of the presented but suggests the city update the codes.
Lewis said in reference to the comments by hall and blackburn, business designation, he asked staff how would the process work? Changing the SIC they have to do that. In the CMC it's spelled out so staff can't change the SIC. Ball said, deny the appeal w/o prejudice so they can make the change to the SIC and then come back sooner than one year to have it reheard. vote 4/1 hall voted no. Because he thinks council can make that change for them instead of putting it all on them.
He thinks council could have the authority to make that decision.
Council members reported on some of the committees in which are members of.
City Clerk had lots of announcements.
7:15
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary)
Dec 08, 2009 City Council and Housing and Redevelopment Commission Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (5 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:01:24)
ROLL CALL:
Announced closed session, directed City Attorney and Staff on the matter. Last was CA and CM evaluation.
PRESENTATIONS:
Retirement Proclamation Presentation to Greg Clavier.
Council presented a retirement proclamation to Greg Clavier and thanked him for his years of service to the City of Carlsbad. 35 years. Facilities superintendent, public works manager, June 2005 promotion. Maintenance computer system, other automated systems implemented by Greg, Maintstar, etc. Member of strategic change team, read by Ann Kulchin.
Greg came forward and accepted the proclamation. Lewis mentioned he attended CHS
Proclamation Presentation in Recognition of Housing Commissioner Doris Ritchie.
Matt Hall presented the proclamation to Doris Ritchie in recognition of her service on the Housing Commission.
community minded spirit, involved in other community groups. 10 year housing commissioner.
Doris Ritchie came forward to accept the proclamation and expressed thanked council for the recognition.
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 #20,056 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from the Friends of the Carlsbad City Library in support of the 2010 Carlsbad Reads Together Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-301. ACTION:
AB #20,056
2. AB #20,057 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Imperial Capital Bank in support of the Youth Sports Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-302. ACTION:
AB #20,057
3. AB #20,058 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from Imperial Capital Bank in support of the Opportunity Grants Program; and, authorizing the appropriation of funds. Resolution No. 2009-303. ACTION:
AB #20,058
4. AB #20,059 -CONTRIBUTION TO NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL WINTER SHELTER. Approving the appropriation of funds to support the North County Regional Winter Shelter Program. Resolution No. 2009-304. ACTION:
AB #20,059
5. AB #20,060 -ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT ON CAPITAL FUNDS AND SPECIAL TAXES. Accepting the report on capital funds and special taxes pursuant to California Government Code Sections 50075 and 66001. Resolution No. 2009-305. ACTION:
AB #20,060
6. AB #20,061 - AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS BETWEEN TRANSNET PROJECTS. Authorizing the transfer of funds from closed Project 9005-3 to Project 6001-1. Resolution No. 2009-306. ACTION:
AB #20,061
7. AB #20,062 - LOAN FROM CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION FOR STREETLIGHT RETROFIT PROJECT. Accepting California Energy Commission Loan 004-09-ECE-ARRA; and, appropriating funds from the loan to the Streetlight Retrofit and Relamping project. Resolution No. 2009-307. ACTION:
AB #20,062
8. AB #20,063 - AGREEMENT FOR TREE TRIMMING MAINTENANCE SERVICES. Approving an agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Trimming Maintenance Services, Bid No. 09-06. Resolution No. 2009-308. ACTION:
AB #20,063
9. AB #20,068 - CABLE INFRASTRUCTURE FUND BUDGET APPROPRIATION. Approving a correction to the operating budget appropriation for the Local Cable Infrastructure Fund for Fiscal Year 2009-10. Resolution No. 2009-309. ACTION:
AB #20,068
10. AB #20,069 - DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY. Declaring a Local Emergency for repair of a storm drain from 2950 La Costa Avenue to 7546 Gibraltar Street. Resolution No. 2009-312. ACTION:
AB #20,069
5/0
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
11. AB #20,064 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE FINDINGS BY PLANNING COMMISSION. To consider amending Section 2.24.065 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code to eliminate the necessity for General Plan Conformance Findings by the Planning Commission for specified circumstances. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-071. ACTION:
AB #20,064
Ron Ball titled the ordinance. Eliminate the conformance findings by the planning commission. as required by general law cities. Now that we're a charter city we are no longer bound by those requirements so it's recommended that we eliminate that procedure. No questions from Council. 5/0
12. AB #20,070 - AMENDMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TITLES 2 AND 11 AND REVISION OF COUNCIL POLICY NUMBER 4. To consider amending Carlsbad Municipal Code Title 2 regarding the duties of the Parks and Recreation Commission and Carlsbad Municipal Code Title 11 regarding trees and shrubs; and, To consider amending City Council Policy No. 4, related to Street Trees. Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-072. Resolution No. 2009-313. ACTION:
AB #20,070
City Attorney Ron Ball titled the ordinance. No questions from Council, 5/0. Clarifying that heritage trees can be removed if those pose a danger or threat to life or property or by proper process. Also changes to council policy number 4.
Adopted reso 5/0.
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
City Attorney titled the ordinance and Council adopted the ordinance. 5/0.
13. AB #20,065 - APPROVAL OF COASTAL COMMISSION'S SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS TO THE CARLSBAD RANCH SPECIFIC PLAN. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-069 approving a Specific Plan Amendment (SP 207H), and Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA 08-01), to revise the Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan and accepting the Coastal Commission's suggested modifications to encourage alternative transportation modes, preclude hotel conversions, and monitor parking. ACTION:
AB #20,065
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.
Mentioned a letter received about a letter of economic liability. Ball said Avoid adopting a view preservation ordinance. These ordinances could lead to possible litigation and can be quite costly. Better to have CCR regulate the subdivision.
Ben Muscavich, Carlsbad, 5185 Carlsbad BLVD. spoke in support of creating a view obstruction ordinance. His neighbors have planted a row of bamboo that will shortly block his view. He understands the concern of legal issues. Del Mar has forced residents to prune trees to protect the view of residents. He has an expensive house and the bamboo has ruined his view and the blocked view will lessen his property value. Mayor thanked him for his presentation.
6:25 adjourned
ADJOURNMENT TO THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
CITY OF CARLSBAD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
DECEMBER 8, 2009
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
DEPARTMENTAL AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT:
14. AB #420 - VILLAGE STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND FUNDING APPROPRIATION. To consider approving the program descriptions and the initial appropriation of funds for the implementation of the Village Storefront Improvement Grant Program. Resolution No. 480. ACTION:
AB #420
Hall and Packard stated a potential conflict of interest stepped down from the dias because of property ownership in the village. Debbie Fountain came forward to address Council.
Projects to enhance village store fronts.
Shared a video presentation on the successes of the redevelopment of the village area.
refer to the youtube channel where the video can be viewed.
Courtney Enriquez, Management Analyst, came forward and reviewed a powerpoint presentation (on file in the office of the city clerk).
Courtney explained the grant program and also the requirements of participation in the program.
funding offered is a grant to reimburse the applicant.
property owners within the village boundries with no code violations and must comply with ADA.
General design guidelines must be followed. All improvements must meet codes, colors of signs, windows and canopies must coordinate. eligible improvements; enegy efficient lighting to illuminat signage and storefront. awnings canopies, etc. must follow guidelines.
aimed at attracting more customers to the villages. new construction, non commercial buisness, national franchises, religious institutions are not eligible for grant funds.
reinvests in the local economy.approve the program descrition and appropriate funds to implement the storefron improvement grant program inthe vilage.
lewis, during the briefing-mixed use-painting could be part the program. how would we worked a mixed use property? Debbie said that property owner would work with redevelopment and they would only fund for the busines component not the residential portion of the building.
Justin Gestura, Senior Grubby's part owner, he spoke in support of approving the storefront grant program. HE said many other areas of the city and neighboring cities are brining in new and interesting businesses and the village needs more to compete. New street lights going in now and it makes a big difference. He asked staff if new signage would be included.
Cindy Veen, Carlsbad business owner VEen antiques and Cindy's garden., came forward to speak in support of approving the grant program. Thanked council for new parking in the village. asked is there a $2500 minimum?
Robin Young, exec director of CVA. Carlsbad Village Business association. spoke in support of the storefront improvement program. Several businesses are already making plans to receive funds.
Debbie answered-do include signage, doors, windows, paint, minimum of $2500 want more substantial types of improvements, not just superficial changes. its a lot of administration for small funds so looking for more substantial improvements. Lewis asked more about signage.
Signage must still comply with standards for the village area but would cover cost of new signs as long as they comply.
A little more creativity is now allowed so they want business owners to get creative.
Blackburn-what about tree lighting and new street lighting.
Courtney-8 decorative light standards on grand, state and roosevelt. currently waiting on photo cells so they aren't quite ready to go yet. regulate automatic lighting. working on solar light project. lewis, light standards- are we changing over to be all the same lights? Debbie said those added already match the standards in place, the 8 are just additional of the same style.
Kulchin said she thinks its a wonderful idea. She thinks the monetary ampunt is great. Blackburn said the building at the northeast at state and cbd did a recent facelift. lots of positive feedback. 3/2 absent hall and packard.
adjourned at 6:46 an d matt and mark returned to dias.
ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
15. AB #20,066 - COMMUNITY ACTIVITY GRANTS PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010 FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS. To consider accepting the recommendations of the Community Activity Grants Citizen Review Committee regarding the allocation of funds to the organizations identified. Resolution No. 2009-310. ACTION:
AB #20,066
Judi Vincent reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Funding for 9 groups, $40k. Assistnace league of north coast, 5k, varied community programs for kdis and adult. 748 troop bsa for pancake fundraiser, cbad ed foundation, 4k, science enrichment for kids care, cnad explorer, 11k, introduce youth to law enforcement, cbad softball assoc 2.5k, cvba 3.5k funding for thursdays on the coast, monthly art walk, community resource center5k holiday basket programs, mithcell thorp 3500 support for sick kids and athlete scholarships, phoenix house sand diego5k outpatient substance abuse recovery center. all are non profit organizations.
Lewis, Thorp foundation question-Brad thorpe came forward. Lewis concerned about husband and wife have 40% of the vote of the governing board. Just brought on a CFO to help with this issue so there are 6 members on the board.
Hall imagine cbad asked for a small amount and they didn't get anything. Vincent said the committee rated individually and they weren't in the top rated because it wasn't a high priority to the committee members. Packard thanked committee members for participation bring a wide range of backgrounds.
Most committee members were from citizens academy packard mentioned.
Kulchin, asked miss vincent to write a letter of thanks to committee members and have mayor sign. 5/0
16. AB #20,067 - APPEAL OF BUSINESS LICENSE CLASSIFICATON BY PACIFIC SHORES PRODUCE, LLC. To consider the appeal of the business license classification by Pacific Shores Produce, LLC. Resolution No. 2009-311. ACTION:
AB #20,067
Lisa introduced the item. Colette Wengenroth did the presentation.
Pacific shores produce llc appeal. Reviewed a power point presentation on file in the office of the city clerk.
business licens tax calculation, flat tax and gross receipts.
license classification-classification criteria company's applications, standard industrial classicification, CMC lists taxes associted w/ business. Pac shores is listed as wholesaler. tax based on gross receipts. want to be professional designation.
middleman for fresh produce, brfings no goods into cbad.
staff reviewed the appeal, .20/1000 gross receipts. Fair and consisten application of classifications. Staff recommends that wholesale classification is correct.
Co owners of business came forward. James Barzack and Kevin, came forward. They feel the classification is incorrect. They sell information. No one comes to their storefront, they use no infrastructure in carlsbad. The current classification puts undue strain on their business that they believe is unfair, want to be inthe professional category. Formerly in Encinitas and there they had professional classificaiton. Lewis asked what classification in Encinitas, Kevin said SIC designation for Carlsbad said wholesaler. Kulchin asked them to change their SIC. They are working on it. Kevin said to the IRS said they are a wholesaler.
Packard asked if they've read the cities code about the classifications? They said yes. They feel that they do not fit nicely in those prescribed classification. Packard-he agreed it doesn't look like they fit in anywhere. But the city requires the SIC designation-which is set by the IRS but the two are not congruent.
Lewis said they have to change with IRS. Hall said they are all trying to help find a good fit. Sounds more like a broker, doesn't have a solution. The SIC code is the real problem for these business owners.
Blackburn said-what do you do? LISTEN TO THIS AGAIN. Blackburn thinks they are more like a stock broker. He doesn't support the appeal on the evidence of the presented but suggests the city update the codes.
Lewis said in reference to the comments by hall and blackburn, business designation, he asked staff how would the process work? Changing the SIC they have to do that. In the CMC it's spelled out so staff can't change the SIC. Ball said, deny the appeal w/o prejudice so they can make the change to the SIC and then come back sooner than one year to have it reheard. vote 4/1 hall voted no. Because he thinks council can make that change for them instead of putting it all on them.
He thinks council could have the authority to make that decision.
Council members reported on some of the committees in which are members of.
City Clerk had lots of announcements.
7:15
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary)
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