1.

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING:

UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING FOR VALLEY CENTER ROAD IN THE VALLEY CENTER AREA

2.

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING:

VECTOR SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL DISTRICT SERVICE CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/02

3.

SET HEARING FOR 07/11/2001

SET HEARING TO CONSIDER VACATING A PORTION OF OLD HIGHWAY 395 (VAC 00-013), VALLEY CENTER COMMUNITY PLANNING AREA

4.

ADVERTISE AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF FALLBROOK TRAFFIC SIGNAL INTERCONNECT SYSTEM IN FALLBROOK

5.

ADVERTISE AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF DESILTING BASIN AT POWAY LANDFILL

6.

APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO AGREEMENTS WITH TWO CONSULTANT FIRMS FOR ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VALLEY CENTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS IN VALLEY CENTER

7.

ADVERTISE AND AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONRACT AND AMEND A CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR SEWER LINE AT RAMONA AIRPORT

8.

AGREEMENT WITH LIM & NASCIMENTO ENGINEERING CORPORATION TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR RIVERFORD ROAD /BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT IN THE LAKESIDE AREA

9.

USE OF 3.28 ACRES OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO’S FIVE PERCENT COASTAL SAGE SCRUB LOSS ALLOTMENT BY WOODWARD INVESTMENTS ASSOCIATES, LLC AND THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS IN RETURN FOR MITIGATION CREDITS

10.

AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING FOR VARIOUS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROJECTS

11.

ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM: SECOND CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES: TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

12.

CLOSED SESSION

1.

SUBJECT:

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING:

UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING FOR VALLEY CENTER ROAD IN THE VALLEY CENTER AREA (DISTRICT: 5)
 

On May 23, 2001 (17), the Board of Supervisors adopted a Resolution of Intention to Form Underground Utility District No. 92, Valley Center Road; and set a hearing for June 20, 2001.

The purpose of the Underground Utility District program is to improve the appearance of communities by undergrounding overhead utilities in areas of benefit to the general public.  Board Policy J-17, Undergrounding of Existing Overhead Utility Facilities establishes a policy and procedure for district formation and program administration.  This project proposes to underground utility lines along portions of Valley Center Road, from Banbury Drive to Cole Grade Road, in the community of Valley Center.

Establishing an Underground Utility District is a two-step process.  The first step is to adopt a resolution of intention to set a date for the public hearing.  The second step is to adopt an ordinance forming the district at the close of the public hearing.
 

Utility companies underground overhead utilities at their own expense.  Funds for formation and administration of this district are budgeted in Department of Public Works General Fund.  If approved, this request will result in a $2,000 current year cost, a $1,000 subsequent year cost, and will require no additional staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.   Find, in accordance with Section 15301(b) of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this action is exempt from CEQA provisions because it represents replacement of existing facilities.

2.   At the close of the public hearing, adopt AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 89.293 TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES TO FORM AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT FOR VALLEY CENTER ROAD, UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 92.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors closed the hearing and took action as recommended, on Consent, adopting Ordinance No. 9347 (N.S.), entitled:  AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 89.293 TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES TO FORM AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT ON VALLEY CENTER ROAD UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 92.

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 
 

2.

SUBJECT:

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING:

VECTOR SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL DISTRICT SERVICE CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/02 (DISTRICT: ALL)
 

Vectors are animals and insects, such as rats and mosquitoes, which transmit disease. On May 23, 1989 (67), the Board assumed the powers of a vector control district and directed the Vector Surveillance and Control program of the Department of Environmental Health to provide countywide vector control services.  Each year, in compliance with state law, the Board adopts Vector Surveillance and Control District service charges for the upcoming year.

On June 21, 2000 (1), the Board adopted FY00-01 Vector Surveillance and Control District service charges of $3.00, $2.28, and $2.28 for Subregions 1, 2, and 3, respectively.  Service charges for FY01-02 are being recommended at these same rates, and service levels will remain the same.
 

Direct expenses and revenue associated with this proposal are included in the proposed budget for FY01-02 in the amount of $2,278,711 and $2,410,268 respectively, which represents full recovery of all costs, including external overhead.  However, a waiver to Board of Supervisors Policy B-29 is requested for $63,498 in costs associated with the outsourcing of Information Technology.  Revenue will be drawn from the Vector Control Trust Fund for full recovery of all expenses, including indirect A-87 costs of $131,557, with the exception of the additional IT costs of $63,498.  The net effect of the B-29 waiver will be to change the contribution to the General Fund from $131,557, the amount of the A-87 overheads, to $68,059.  The difference is the additional cost of IT outsourcing ($63,498) that will not be recovered from the Trust Fund.  These costs will be covered by Group Reserves.  If approved, this request will require the addition of 0 staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.      Adopt the Resolution of the Board of Supervisors Adopting Service Charges for Vector Surveillance and Control to be Collected on the Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 01-02.

2.      Waive Board Policy B-29: Fees, Grants, Revenue Contracts—Department Responsibility for Cost Recovery, with respect to full cost recovery for County Information Technology contract costs.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors closed the hearing and took action as recommended, on Consent, adopting Resolution No. 01-174, entitled:  RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ADOPTING SERVICE CHARGES FOR VECTOR SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL TO BE COLLECTED ON THE TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-02.

AYES:  Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

3.

SUBJECT:

SET HEARING FOR 07/11/2001

SET HEARING TO CONSIDER VACATING A PORTION OF OLD HIGHWAY 395 (VAC 00-013), VALLEY CENTER COMMUNITY PLANNING AREA (DISTRICT: 5)
 

This is a request to set a public hearing to consider vacating a portion of Old Highway 395 (Record of Survey 15156) in the community of Valley Center.  The portion of right-of-way to be vacated is the easterly 53-feet of Old Highway 395 from Nelson Way 1,328 feet north (Thomas Guide page 1068, J-3). The County of San Diego currently has a 200-foot wide right-of-way on this portion of Old Highway 395, which is classified as a Rural Collector with Bike Lanes on the County’s Circulation Element. Required right-of-way width for Old Highway 395 is 94 feet.  Based on its current classification, the road has an excess 106 feet of right-of-way not needed for public use.
 

N/A
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.   Direct the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to:

a)     Set a public hearing for July 11, 2001, at 9:00 A.M. to consider vacating a portion of Old Highway 395 located east of Interstate 15 and north of Camino Del Rey; and

b)     Provide notice required by law.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent, setting this matter for hearing on July 11, 2001, 9:00 a.m.

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

4.

SUBJECT:

ADVERTISE AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF FALLBROOK TRAFFIC SIGNAL INTERCONNECT SYSTEM IN FALLBROOK (DISTRICT: 5)
 

The Fallbrook Traffic Signal Interconnect System project will benefit the public by synchronizing the timing of nine traffic signals in downtown Fallbrook.  Synchronized timing will result in more efficient traffic flow and improved air quality.

This is a request to approve execution of a program supplement upon receipt from Caltrans, and to approve advertisement and subsequent award, to lowest responsible bidder, of contract to construct the Fallbrook Traffic Signal Interconnect System. Upon approval and execution of the program supplement, the Department of Purchasing and Contracting will advertise and subsequently award a contract for construction, scheduled to commence in fall 2001.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.      Find in accordance with Section 15301 (c) of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, that the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the Guidelines since it consists of minor alteration of existing facilities with no increase in capacity.

2.      Approve and authorize the Director, Department of Public Works, to execute a Program Supplement from Caltrans for the Fallbrook Traffic Signal Interconnect Project.

3.      Authorize the Director, Department of Purchasing and Contracting, to take any actions authorized by Section 403 of the Administrative Code with respect to contracting for subject public work projects.

4.      Designate the Director, Department of Public Works, as County Officer responsible for administering the construction contract, in accordance with Board Policy F-40, Public Works Construction Contracts.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent.

AYES:  Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

5.

SUBJECT:

ADVERTISE AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF DESILTING BASIN AT POWAY LANDFILL (DISTRICT: 2)
 

A permanent desilting basin is needed at the closed Poway Landfill to control stormwater leaving the site.  A temporary basin was constructed in 1995 after heavy rains caused flooding and deposits of debris and sediment.  The proposed permanent basin will increase retention capacity and improve conveyance of stormwater to an existing storm drain. The desilting basin will significantly reduce the potential for polluted runoff to leave the site while meeting the permitting requirements of regulatory agencies.

This is a request to approve advertisement and subsequent award, to the lowest responsible bidder, of a contract to construct a desilting basin at Poway Landfill. 
 

Funds for this project are budgeted in the Department of Public Works FY 2000-01 Solid Waste Management budget.  Funding source is Inactive Waste Site Management Fund.  If approved, this request will result in a current year cost of $700,000, no annual cost and will require no additional staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.    Find, pursuant to Section 15304 of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, that the requested action is categorically exempt from provisions of the Guidelines because it is a minor alteration to land.

2.   Authorize the Director, Department of Purchasing and Contracting, to take any action authorized by Section 403 of the Administration Code with respect to contracting for the subject public works project.

3.   Designate the Director, Department of Public Works, as County Officer responsible for administering the contract in accordance with Board Policy F-41 Public Works Construction Projects.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent.

AYES:      Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT: Roberts
 

6.

SUBJECT:

APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO AGREEMENTS WITH TWO CONSULTANT FIRMS FOR ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VALLEY CENTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS IN VALLEY CENTER (DISTRICT: 5)
 

The $30 million Valley Center Road improvement project is part of the San Diego County Element of the Regional Transportation Improvement Program, and is funded with TransNet funds. The project is in the unincorporated areas of Escondido and Valley Center and involves realignment and widening of the existing two and three-lane road to four lanes with medians.  The project will improve traffic circulation, safety and overall level of service in the area.  It also involves major drainage improvements including installation of storm drains and culverts.

The consultant firm Willdan Associates and the firm Earth Tech, Inc. were both procured through the qualification based selection process of Board Policy F-40, Procuring Architectural, Engineering and Related Professional Services.

On April 30, 1991 (22), the Board approved an agreement with Willdan Associates for design services for the northern segment of Valley Center Road from Woods Valley Road to Cole Grade Road.  On August 8, 1995 (16), the Board approved an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., for design services for the southern segment of Valley Center Road, from City of Escondido to Woods Valley Road.  Subsequently, the Board has approved three amendments to the agreement with Willdan Associates and two amendments to the agreement with Earth Tech, Inc.

The need for integration of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (Stormwater) requirements in design and construction plans now necessitate additional consultant services. It is proposed these plans be prepared by Willdan Associates and Earth Tech, Inc., for their respective segments of design for the Valley Center Road improvement project. Proposed amendment would also expand scope of work to include construction support services for each of these projects among other anticipated design tasks.

This is a request to approve amendments to agreements with Willdan Associates in the amount of $325,000 and with Earth Tech, Inc., in the amount of $275,000, for additional engineering design and construction support services for the Valley Center Road improvement project.  
 

Funds for design of Valley Center Road are budgeted in Department of Public Works FY 2000-01 Detailed Work Program. Department of Public Works Detailed Work Program includes $325,000 and $275,000 respectively for northern and southern segment for consultant services. Funding source is TransNet funding. Recommended actions will not increase total project funding. If approved this request will result in current year cost of $600,000, no annual cost and will require no additional staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.   Find that the Environmental Impact Report on file in the Department of Public Works for Valley Center Road Improvements was adopted in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and state and County CEQA Guidelines, that the Board has reviewed and considered the information contained therein prior to approving the project, that the EIR reflects the independent judgement and analysis of the Board, and:

Find there are no changes in the project or in the circumstances in which it is undertaken involving significant new environmental impacts not considered in the previously certified EIR, and that no new information of substantial importance has become available since said EIR was prepared.

2.    Approve and authorize the Clerk of the Board to execute, upon receipt, the following amendments:

a)      Fourth Amendment to Agreement with Willdan Associates to provide engineering design and construction support services for design of Valley Center Road North for additional compensation not to exceed $325,000.

b)      Third Amendment to Agreement with Earth Tech. Inc, to provide engineering design and construction support services for design of Valley Center Road South for additional compensation not to exceed $275,000.

3.    Designate the Director, Department of Public Works, as County Officer responsible for administrating the contract.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent.

AYES:      Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT: Roberts
 

7.

SUBJECT:

ADVERTISE AND AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONRACT AND AMEND A CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR SEWER LINE AT RAMONA AIRPORT (DISTRICT: 2)
 

On September 22, 1998 (1), the Board certified a Final Environmental Impact Report /   Environmental Assessment for Ramona Airport Improvement project, including the installation of an 8-inch sewer line to serve existing and future airport tenants. The airport currently uses septic systems and holding tanks.  The San Diego County Department of Environmental Health is requiring extension of public sewer to serve all new construction at the airport.

Upon Board approval, a construction contract will be advertised and subsequently awarded, after right of way is certified, to the lowest responsible bidder for construction of a sewer line at Ramona Airport. This is also a request to approve an amendment to the existing design consultant contract with P&D Consultants, Inc., of San Diego.  P&D provided engineering services for design of the sewer line at Ramona Airport.  An amendment for a not-to-exceed amount of $30,000, for a total contract cost of $180,000, will allow consultant assistance during project bidding and construction.
 

Funds for this proposal are budgeted in Airport Enterprise Fund. Funding source is State of California Airport Loan Program. If approved, this request will result in $1,730,000 current year cost, no annual cost, and will require no additional staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.   Find that the Final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Assessment (EIR/EA) for the Ramona Airport Improvement Project, SCH No. 98051020, on file in the Department of Public Works has been completed in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State and County CEQA Guidelines, that the decision-making body has reviewed and considered the information contained therein prior to approving the project, and that the EIR/EA reflects the independent judgement and analysis of the Board of Supervisors, and:

Find that there are no changes in the project or in the circumstances under which it is undertaken which involve significant new environmental impacts which were not considered in the previously certified EIR/EA, dated September 1998, or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects, and that no new information of substantial importance has become available since said EIR/EA was prepared.

2.   Authorize the Director, Purchasing and Contracting Department, to take any action authorized by Section 403 of the Administrative Code with respect to contracting for the subject public works project.

3.   Approve and authorize the Clerk of the Board to execute, upon receipt, an amendment to the agreement with P&D Consultants, Inc., to provide engineering design and construction support services for the Ramona Airport Sewer Line project for a not-to-exceed amount of $30,000.

4.   Designate the Director, Department of Public Works, as County Officer responsible for administering the contract in accordance with Board Policy F-41, Public Works Construction Contracts.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent.

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

8.

SUBJECT:

AGREEMENT WITH LIM & NASCIMENTO ENGINEERING CORPORATION TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR RIVERFORD ROAD /BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT IN THE LAKESIDE AREA (DISTRICT: 2)
 

Riverford Road provides access to Lakeside from an interchange at Highway 67. This project will widen Riverford Road Bridge, on Riverford Road west of the interchange, from two-lanes to four-lanes. The project will also improve SR-67 ramps for better traffic flow through the interchange where Riverford Road, SR-67 and Woodside Avenue meet. The area is congested at peak hours, and it is likely to increase with future growth in the area. This project is important to support industrial and commercial development underway in the Upper San Diego River Redevelopment Improvement (USDRIP) area. 

Department of Public Works has selected a consultant to perform evaluation and design of the planned improvements. This is a request to authorize the Clerk of the Board to execute an agreement between the County and Lim and Nascimento Engineering Corporation for performing the required engineering services.

The consultant was selected in accordance with provisions of Board Policy F-40, Procuring Architectural, Engineering and Related Professional Services.  Public agencies in California must use a Qualifications Based Selection method to contract for consultant services.  This method requires services be engaged on basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications for types of services to be performed at a fair and reasonable cost.  Board Policy F-40 describes the County’s method for Qualifications Based Selection.  Eleven firms responded to a countywide solicitation of requests for Statement of Qualifications, and after a qualification selection process, four were interviewed.  Lim & Nascimento Engineering Corporation was ranked highest among firms interviewed for this project.
 

Funds for this request are budgeted. Funding source is TransNet. If approved, this request will result in $600,000 current year cost, no annual cost and will require no additional staff years.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.  Find pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, requested actions are exempt from CEQA because it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.

2.  Approve and authorize the Clerk of the Board to execute, upon receipt, three originals of an agreement with Lim & Nascimento Engineering Corporation to provide engineering design services for the Riverford Road/Bridge Widening Project for compensation not to exceed $600,000.

3.  Designate the Director, Department of Public Works, as County Officer responsible for administering the contract.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent.

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

9.

SUBJECT:

USE OF 3.28 ACRES OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO’S FIVE PERCENT COASTAL SAGE SCRUB LOSS ALLOTMENT BY WOODWARD INVESTMENTS ASSOCIATES, LLC AND THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS IN RETURN FOR MITIGATION CREDITS (DISTRICT: 5)
 

The 1993 listing of the California gnatcatcher as threatened under the Federal Endangered Species Act imposed restrictions on clearing of the Coastal Sage Scrub habitat in the County.  In 1994 the United States Fish & Wildlife Service issued a Special Rule for the California gnatcatcher under Section 4(d) of the Federal Endangered Species Act.  This allowed the “take” of up to five percent of the remaining Coastal Sage Scrub habitat within each jurisdiction enrolled in or actively developing a Natural Communities Conservation Planning Program.  Once the five percent allotment is exhausted no further take of Coastal Sage Scrub is allowed until a Natural Communities Conservation Program Plan is adopted by the jurisdiction.  The County of San Diego has adopted a Natural Communities Conservation Program Plan for one Subarea of the County, and is actively preparing plans for the northern and eastern Subareas of the County.

Several jurisdictions have exhausted their five percent allotment under the 4(d) rule and are unable to authorize the clearing of Coastal Sage Scrub habitat by new development projects.  On occasion, these jurisdictions, or property owners in these jurisdictions, have requested that the Board allow the loss of Coastal Sage Scrub habitat associated with their projects to be counted against the County’s five percent allotment.  The Board has granted several such requests, totaling approximately 1,000 acres.  On October 13, 1998 (16), the Board established a procedure for such requests and conditions under which they may be granted (Board Policy I-122, Use of the County’s Five Percent Allowable Loss of Coastal Sage Scrub by Other Jurisdictions or Property Owners).

The City of San Marcos has exhausted its five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allotment.  In a letter dated March 5, 2001 the project developer of the Woodward Senior Housing Project through the City of San Marcos requested the use of 3.28 acres of the County’s five percent Coastal Sage Scrub loss allotment.  The United States Fish & Wildlife Service and the California Department of Fish & Game concurred with the request for use of the County’s five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allotment in a letter to the City of San Marcos (FWS-SDG-1228.2).

The City of San Marcos submitted a letter to the County of San Diego dated March 5, 2001, formally requesting the use of 3.28 acres of the County’s five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allotment for the Woodward Senior Housing Project.  This letter and attachments were reviewed by County staff to ensure that the requirements of Board Policy I-122 were fulfilled, i.e. that the project conformed with all requirements of the Wildlife Agencies, that the jurisdiction requesting use of the County’s five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allotment had exhausted its own five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allotment, and that adequate compensation would be provided to the County in the form of 3.28 mitigation credits in The Heights at Pala Mesa Conservation Bank purchased by the project developer.
 

The proposed action would have no direct fiscal impact on the County General Fund.  A sum of $5,000 was deposited with the County on May 14, 2001 to offset the County Staff costs associated with this request (WN 6343).
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER:

1.      Find that the proposed action is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15313 (Acquisition of Lands for Wildlife Conservation Purposes)

2.      Approve and authorize the proposed use of 3.28 acres of the County’s five percent allowable loss of Coastal Sage Scrub (CSS) habitat by the City of San Marcos for the Woodward Senior Housing Project, and concurrently find this action to meet the requirements 1 and 2 of Board Policy I-122, Use of the County’s Five Percent Allowable Loss of Coastal Sage Scrub by Other Jurisdictions or Property Owners.

3.      Waive requirement 3 of Board Policy I-122, Use of the County’s Five Percent Allowable Loss of Coastal Sage Scrub by Other Jurisdictions or Property Owners, regarding compensation through land in fee title or an equivalent dollar amount.

4.      Approve and authorize the Clerk of the Board to accept 3.28 mitigation credits in The Heights at Pala Mesa Conservation Bank located in Fallbrook.

5.      Approve and authorize County staff to notify the City of San Marcos and the Wildlife Agencies (California Department of Fish & Game and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) that 3.28 acres of Coastal Sage Scrub habitat will be deducted from the County’s five percent Coastal Sage Scrub habitat loss allowance.
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors withdrew this item at the request of the Chief Administrative Officer, on Consent.

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

10.

SUBJECT:

AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING FOR VARIOUS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROJECTS (DISTRICTS: 2,3,5)
 

This is a request to apply for grant funds from various granting agencies for several Parks and Recreation Department acquisition and development projects.  The programs and projects are:

Transportation Enhancement Activities – Escondido Creek Acquisition

The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) is federal legislation that financed the Transportation Enhancement Activities (TEA) program for a six-year period (1997-2003).  One TEA component, Statewide Transportation Enhancement (STE) is currently accepting applications from state agencies, acting as lead agencies for projects proposed by local agencies.  For this project, the State Department of Fish and Game has agreed to partner with the County Department of Parks and Recreation and will apply for grant funding on behalf of the County for acquisition of approximately 37 acres of land in the Escondido Creek watershed.  The role of the State is only in the application process.  If funding is awarded, it will go to the County for the purchase of property that will be owned and operated by the County.

Save America’s Treasures – Warner Ranch House and Barn Restoration

These grants are managed by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, and are available for preservation work on nationally significant historic structures.  This action will approve the application by the Department of Parks and Recreation for a Save America’s Treasures grant in partnership with the Vista Irrigation District for the restoration of the Warner Springs Ranch House and Barn on San Felipe Road (S2) in the Lake Henshaw area.  The Warner Springs Ranch House is a National Historic Landmark.

California Heritage Fund – Warner Ranch House and Barn Restoration

The 2000 Parks Bond Act (Proposition 12) allocated $10,000,000 to the California Heritage Fund to be administered by the State Office of Historic Preservation.  Grants are available to cities, counties, districts and non-profit organizations for the acquisition, development, rehabilitation, restoration and interpretation of historical resources.  This action will adopt a Resolution authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to file an application, on behalf of the Vista Irrigation District, and naming the Director to act as agent for the County for the restoration of the Warner Springs Ranch House and Barn.

Nonpoint Source Implementation Grant – Lindo Lake Dredging

The California State Water Resources Control Board administers the Federal Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants for the United States Environmental Protection Agency.  These grants are designed to improve the surface and ground water throughout the State.  A 1997 Lindo Lake Water Quality Study recommended a seven-point implementation plan to improve the water quality of the lake.  The first two recommendations have been completed and the next five steps include deepening of the lake’s east basin, increasing circulation between the east and west basins, installing shoreline stabilization products, diverting Quail Creek low flow, and adding aeration with a fountain spray.  This action will authorize the Department of Parks and Recreation to submit a Nonpoint Source Implementation Grant application to the State Water Resources Control Board for the Lindo Lake Dredging project.

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service administers the Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant program for the acquisition, restoration, enhancement or management of coastal wetlands ecosystems for the long-term conservation of lands and waters as well as the fish and wildlife in these ecosystems.  This is a competitive grant and applications must be filed by a State agency.  The State Coastal Conservancy has agreed to partner with the Department of Parks and Recreation and will apply for grant funding on behalf of the County for the acquisition of approximately 19 acres adjacent to the San Elijo Lagoon in Encinitas.  The role of the State is only in the application process.  If funding is awarded, it will go to the County for the purchase of property that will be owned and operated by the County.  

Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery – 1) Collier Park Facility Renovations and 2) Santee Lakes Playground and Fishing Facilities

The United States National Park Service administers the Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery (UPARR) grant program.  The grants are intended to rehabilitate existing neighborhood areas and facilities which have deteriorated to the point where health and safety are endangered or the community's range of quality recreation service is impaired.  Collier Park in Ramona is in need of renovations for the playground and tennis courts, in addition to drainage improvements and a volunteer pad.  Funds are also being sought for improvements to Santee Lakes Regional Park consisting of expansion of the playground facilities and the fishing pier.  Padre Dam Municipal Water District, the owner and operator of Santee Lakes, is not listed as an eligible agency to apply for funding under this program and has asked the County Department of Parks and Recreation to submit an application on their behalf.  This action will adopt a Resolution authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to file applications with the National Park Service for UPARR grant funds to renovate portions of Collier Park and Santee Lakes Regional Park, and naming the Director to act as agent for the County to administer these grants, if funding is awarded.

State Coastal Conservancy – San Diego River Parkway Acquisition – Lakeside Segment

The California Coastal Conservancy was established in 1976 by the Legislature.  The Conservancy uses entrepreneurial techniques to purchase, protect, restore, and enhance coastal resources, and to provide access to the shore.  The Conservancy works in partnership with local governments, other public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private landowners.

State Coastal Conservancy funds are available to the County to begin open space and habitat land acquisition, and riparian habitat restoration for the San Diego River Parkway – Lakeside Segment.  A total of $800,000 is now available in the grant to purchase and/or restore habitat lands in the Lakeside area.  No specific project or properties have been identified; however, the recommended action to adopt a Resolution will authorize staff to apply for and accept grant funds, and establish appropriations in a Capital Project to begin development of a plan for expenditure of the grant funding.  As specific projects are determined, staff will return to the Board for approval, at which time appropriate environmental findings will be made.  
   

This action will result in the submittal of various applications for grant funding.  With the exception of the $800,000 State Coastal Conservancy award for the San Diego River Parkway Acquisition project, all grants related to this action are competitive grants; therefore, it is unknown at this time if grant funding will be received or, if funding is awarded, what the amount of the award will be.  If grant funds are awarded, the Department of Parks and Recreation will return to the Board for appropriation of awarded grant funds and any related matching funds.  Matching fund requirements are discussed in each project description and will be provided by a variety of sources.

The total amount of competitive grant funding being requested in this action is $3,433,333.  Total project costs are $5,196,333, leaving a balance of $1,763,000 in matching funds which are anticipated to be provided by $130,000 in trust funds from a developer provided by the City of Encinitas, $75,000 in private donations, $175,000 from Vista Irrigation District, $150,000 from Padre Dam Municipal Water District, $50,000 in Fiscal Year 2001-2002 CDBG funds, $633,000 in Proposition 12 funds, $500,000 in Wetlands Recovery Project funds, and $50,000 in Fiscal Year 2000-2001 Parks and Recreation Department Grant Match General Funds which have been previously budgeted in the Capital Outlay Fund.

As stated above, this action will also result in the appropriation of $800,000 in the Capital Outlay Fund.  The funding source is awarded non-competitive State Coastal Conservancy grant funds.  If approved, this action will result in $800,000 current year cost, $0 annual cost, and will require the addition of no staff years.  There will be no additional cost to the General Fund resulting from this action.
 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

1.   Find in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activities in question may have a significant effect on the environment and the activities are not subject to the CEQA.  This finding is being made for the following projects: Escondido Creek Acquisition, Warner Springs Ranch House and Barn Restoration, Lindo Lake Dredging, San Elijo Lagoon/Manchester Avenue Acquisition and Restoration, Collier Park Facility Renovations, and Santee Lakes Playground and Fishing Facilities.

2.  Find in accordance with Section 15325 of the CEQA Guidelines that the San Diego River Parkway Acquisition – Lakeside Segment project is categorically exempt from CEQA.

3.  Approve the partnership between the County Department of Parks and Recreation and the State Department of Fish and Game and acknowledge the grant application submittal by the State Department of Fish and Game on behalf of the County Department of Parks and Recreation to the California Department of Transportation for the Transportation Enhancement Activities (TEA), Statewide Transportation Enhancement (STE) component for grant funding for the Escondido Creek Land Acquisition Project.

4.  Approve and authorize the grant application submittal in partnership with the Vista Irrigation District for the Warner Springs Ranch House and Barn Restoration project to the National Park Service for the Save America’s Treasures grant program.  Appoint the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct all negotiations, execute, and submit all documents that may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned proposal.

5.  Adopt the Resolution of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to Apply for and Accept Grant Funds from the State Department of Parks and Recreation, California Heritage Fund, on Behalf of Vista Irrigation District, for the Warner Springs Ranch House and Barn Restoration Project; and appointing the Director, Department of Parks and Recreation, as agent of the County of San Diego to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned proposal.

6.   Approve and authorize the grant application submittal of the Lindo Lake Dredging Project to the State Water Resources Control Board for the Nonpoint Source Implementation grant program.  Appoint the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct all negotiations, execute, and submit all documents that may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned proposal.

7.   Approve the partnership between the County Department of Parks and Recreation and the State Coastal Conservancy and acknowledge the grant application submittal by the State Coastal Conservancy on behalf of the County Department of Parks and Recreation to the United States Department of Fish and Wildlife for the Coastal Wetlands Conservation grant program for grant funding for the San Elijo Lagoon/ Manchester Avenue Acquisition and Restoration project.

8.   Adopt the Resolution of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to Apply for and Accept Grant Funds from the National Park Service, Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery Grant Program, for the Collier Park Facility Renovations Project and, on Behalf of the Padre Dam Municipal Water District, for the Santee Lakes Playground and Fishing Facilities Project; and appointing the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation as agent of the County of San Diego to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned proposals.

9.   Adopt the Resolution of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to Apply for and Accept Coastal Conservancy Grant Funds and Enter into a Grant Agreement with the State of California Coastal Conservancy for Property Acquisition and Habitat Restoration in the San Diego River Parkway – Lakeside Segment; and authorizing the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation as agent of the County of San Diego to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned proposal.

10.  Approve and authorize the establishment of appropriations in the amount of $800,000 in the Capital Outlay Fund for Capital Project KA1565, San Diego River Parkway Acquisition – Lakeside Segment, contingent upon receipt of awarded State Coastal Conservancy grant funds.  (4 VOTES)
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent, adopting the following Resolutions, entitled:

01- 175 RESOLUTION OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS  AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO  APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT GRANT FUNDS FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT  OF PARKS AND RECREATION, CALIFORNIA HERITAGE     FUND, ON BEHALF OF VISTA IRRIGATION DISTRICT, FOR THE WARNER  SPRINGS RANCH HOUSE AND BARN RESTORATION PROJECT;

01-176   RESOLUTION OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS       AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT GRANT FUNDS FROM THE NATIONAL PARK     SERVICE, URBAN PARKS AND RECREATION RECOVERY GRAN PROGRAM, FOR THE COLLIER PARK FACILITY RENOVATIONS   PROJECT AND, ON BEHALF OF THE PADRE DAM MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, FOR THE SANTEE LAKES PLAYGROUND AND FISHING FACILITIES PROJECT;

01-177  RESOLUTION OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT COASTAL CONSERVANCY GRANT FUNDS AND ENTER INTO A GRANK AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COAST CONSERVANCY FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION AND HABITAT RESTORATION IN THE SAN DIEGO RIVER PARKWAY - LAKESIDE SEGMENT

AYES:       Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

11.

SUBJECT:

ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM:

SECOND CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES: TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS (DISTRICT: 2, 3, AND 5)
 

On June 13, 2001 (6), your Board introduced Ordinances for further Board consideration and adoption on June 20, 2001.

The Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC) meets every six weeks to review proposed changes or additions to regulatory traffic controls.  28 items were on the Committee’s April 6, 2001 meeting agenda.  The Committee recommends your action on 19 items, as six items (2G, 2I, 2L, 5G1, 5G2, and 5H)) were continued prior to the meeting by various planning groups.  Items 5A, 5B, and 6A were deleted by staff from the agenda prior to the meeting.  Of the 19 items, 13 are recommended for adoption.  The Committee recommends non-adoption or alternative action for 6 items (2A, 2H, 2J, 2K, 5D, and 5K).
 

Funds for this proposal are budgeted in the Department of Public Works Road Fund.
 

Consider and file report including the following recommendations:

2-B.     Campo Road between Rogers Road and Kenwood Drive (east leg), CASA DE ORO-Reduce the existing 40 MPH speed limit to 35 MPH.

2-C.     Moreno Avenue between Willow Road and Vigilante Road, LAKESIDE-Amend the limits of the existing 45 MPH speed zone.  Direct the existing 45 MPH speed limit be certified for radar speed enforcement.

2-D.     11^th Street between State Route 67 and San Vicente Road, RAMONA-Amend limits of the existing 35 MPH speed zone.  Direct the 35 MPH speed limit be certified for radar speed enforcement.

District 3

3-A.     Aliso Canyon Road between El Camino del Norte and Avenida del Duque, RANCHO SANTA FE-Establish a 45 MPH speed limit.  Direct this speed zone be certified for radar speed enforcement.

 District 5

5-C.     Eldorado Drive between westerly Escondido City Limit (near Juniper Street) and easterly Escondido City Limit, ESCONDIDO-Amend existing 35 MPH speed limit. Post as a 25 MPH Residence District.

5-E.     Rockwood Road between Cloverdale Road and San Diego City Limit, ESCONDIDO-Establish a 45 MPH speed limit.

RECOMMENDATIONS

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Adopt Ordinances entitled:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.173.11. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.173.81. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.169.6. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.169.44. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.161.33. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 72.161.3.1. TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATIONS IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
 

ON MOTION of Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Slater, the Board of Supervisors took action as recommended, on Consent, adopting the following Ordinances, entitled:

9348 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.173.11. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO;

9349 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.173.81. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO;

9350 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.169.6. OF THE SAN DIEGO                         COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE  COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO;

9351 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.169.44. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO;

9352 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 72.161.33. OF THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO; and

9353 (N.S.)     AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 72.161.3.1. TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATIONS IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

AYES:      Cox, Jacob, Slater, Horn

ABSENT:  Roberts
 

12.

SUBJECT:

CLOSED SESSION
 

A.      CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION

A. David Stutz v. County of San Diego, et al.; San Diego Superior Court Case No. GIC 766221

B.        CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – THREATENED     LITIGATION

Anticipated litigation pursuant to section (b) of Government Code section 54956.9
No. of Potential Cases:        1         

C.        CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – THREATENED     LITIGATION

Anticipated litigation pursuant to section (b) of Government Code section 54956.9
No. of Potential Cases:         1         

D.        CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – THREATENED     LITIGATION

Anticipated litigation pursuant to section (b) of Government Code section 54956.9
No. of Potential Cases:         1         

E.         CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS

Designated Representatives:  Carlos Arauz, Madge Blakey and Mike Kolb
Employee Organizations:     All
 

ACTION:

County Counsel reported the following:

On Item C, the Board of Supervisors, with four members present and voting “Aye” and District 4 absent, authorized County Counsel to settle the liability claim of Jennifer Fumia for the sum of $36,000.