HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/05/22 Item 01MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
January 24, 2012 4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council and a Special Meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Chula Vista were called to order at 4:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in
City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Council/Agency Members: Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda,
Ramirez, and Mayor/Chair Cox
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney/Agency Counsel Googins,
City Clerk Norris, and Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bennett
Mayor Cox announced, pursuant to AB 23, that she and each Councilmember would receive $35
for their attendance at this Redevelopment Agency meeting being held simultaneously with the
City Council meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Senior Project Coordinator Stacey Kurz led the Pledge of Allegiance.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
RECOGNITION OF THE CHULA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION FOR
ITS $50,000 DONATION TO HELP EQUIP THE OTAY RANCH BRANCH
LIBRARY AT THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER
Library Director Waznis introduced Library Foundation Members who were present.
RECOGNITION BY CHULA VISTA CHIEF SERVICE OFFICER WANDA BAILEY
OF LOVE YOUR BLOCK GRANT RECIPIENTS
Chief Service Officer Bailey presented the accomplishments of the "Love Your Block" project.
PRESENTATION BY CHULA VISTA ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE MANAGER
BRENDAN REED AND SENIOR PROJECT COORDINATOR STACEY KURZ OF
THE CHULA VISTA SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SHOWCASE HOME AND
INTRODUCTION OF PARTNERS IN THE PROJECT
Senior Project Coordinator Kurz and Environmental Resource Manager Reed presented
information about the sustainable energy showcase home project.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
• INTRODUCTION BY CITY ATTORNEY GLEN GOOGINS, OF DEPUTY CITY
ATTORNEY KAREN ROGAN
City Attorney Googins and Assistant City Attorney Miesfeld introduced Deputy City Attorney
Karen Rogan.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendaz was trailed.
ACTION ITEMS
Item 15 was noticed for a time certain of 4:45 p.m., and was taken out of order.
15. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING THE FINAL REPORT FOR THE SENIORS,
SIDEWALKS AND THE CENTENNIAL GRANT
Principal Civil Engineer Rivera introduced the item.
Leah Stender, Program Manager, Walk San Diego, presented information about the walkability
and rollability for senior health and well-being.
Tina Zenzola, Director, Safe & Healthy Communities consulting, presented information about
outreach and project methods.
Honoria Sainz and Tere Guerrero, representing Seniors on Broadway, spoke in support of the
proposed resolution.
Councilmember Castaneda requested, with Council consensus, for staff to return to Council for
further discussion on ways to implement the proposed plans and to direct staff to proactively
contact the utility companies about the utility boxes.
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Bensoussan moved to adopt the following Resolution No.
2012-014, heading read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-014, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE FINAL REPORT FOR THE
SENIORS, SIDEWALKS AND THE CENTENNIAL GRANT (TF-380)
(Director of Public Works)
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
• UPDATE BY PORT COMMISSIONER ANN MOORE AND PORT DISTRICT STAFF
REGARDING PORT DISTRICT ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING THE ACTIVATION
PROGRAM
Port Commissioner Moore presented a status update on Port District activities regarding the
Bayfront Master Plan, power plant demolition, and financing agreement.
Brandy Christian, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development with the Port District,
presented information about the Bayfront Activation Program.
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ITEM PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
Item 5 was pulled from the Consent Calendar and taken out of order.
5. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ADOPTING MOBILEHOME PARK SPACE -RENT REVIEW ADMINISTRATIVE
FEE REGULATIONS (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Project Coordinator Kurz presented an overview of the proposed rent review administrative fee
regulations.
Mayor Cox noted a letter dated January 24, 2012 from Alexander Maniscalo Esq., representing
the Loftin Firm, LLP, with a request to continue the item for two weeks. Mr. Maniscalo was
present at the meeting and requested Council consideration of the continuance.
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the proposed resolution:
Jerry Fick, Chula Vista resident
Jim Matney, Chula Vista resident
Gary Mayo, Chula Vista resident
Penny Vaughn, Chula Vista resident
Judith Mayo submitted a speaker slip indicating opposition to the proposed resolution, but did
not speak.
There was Council consensus to continue the item to the Council Meeting of February 14, 2012.
Mayor Cox announced a meeting recess at 6:42 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 6:57 p.m., with
all members present.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1-11)
Items 3, 5, 7 and 8 were removed from the Consent Calendaz for separate consideration. Item 3
was removed at the request of the public; Item 5 was removed at the request of staff and was
heazd prior to the Consent Calendar; Item 7 was removed at the request of staff; and Item 8 was
removed at the request of Councilmember Aguilar.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of August 9, 2011.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A. Letter of resignation from Michael Lengyel, Housing Advisory Commission.
B. Letter of resignation from Brandon Marvin, Charter Review Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignations.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 3222, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING CHAPTER 15.04 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
GRADING PERMITS WITHIN TIDALLY INFLUENCED AREAS (SECOND
READING AND ADOPTION) (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
5. This item was removed from, and heard prior to, the Consent Calendar.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-003, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR
2008/2009 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION
PROGRAM (NSP) FUNDS TO ALLOCATED NSP FUNDS TO ELIGIBLE USES
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL AND AUTHORIZATION FOR
CITY MANAGER TO PERFORM NECESSARY ACTS TO EXECUTE SAID PLAN
AMENDMENT (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
8. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
9 A. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING TITLE 12.24 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE THRESHOLDS FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (FIRST READING) (Assistant City
Manager/Development Services Director)
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-005, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CITY COUNCIL POLICY 563-02 FOR ON-
SITE IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITY TO TRIGGER INSTALLATION OF PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ENTER INTO
DEFERRAL AGREEMENTS WITH QUALIFIED APPLICANTS (Assistant City
Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council place the ordinance on first reading and adopt the
resolution.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-006, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT
FOR THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA (CIP JY065R)"
PROJECT TO CAROLING CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION. IN THE AMOUNT
OF $59,348.10 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL AVAILABLE
CONTINGENCY FUNDS NOT TO EXCEED $25,651.90 (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
11. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-007, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, REJECTING THE BID OF THE FIRST APPARENT LOW
BIDDER AS NON-RESPONSIVE, ACCEPTING REMAINING BIDS, AWARDING
CONTRACT FOR THE "ELM AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS FROM NAPLES
STREET TO OXFORD STREET (STL343)" PROJECT TO TRI-GROUP
CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $520,075,
WAIVING COUNCIL POLICY 524-01, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE
OF ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCY FUNDS NOT TO EXCEED $65,000 (Director
of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staff recommendations and offered Consent
Calendar Items 1, 2, 4, 6, 9 through 11, headings read, text waived.
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
3. ORDINANCE NO. 3221, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5. ] 0,
"AMBULANCES" TO REMOVE OUTDATED PROVISIONS, ELIMINATE LIMITS
ON TRANSPORT RATES, AND MAKE OTHER CONFORMING CHANGES
(SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (City Attorney)
Larry Breitfelder, Chula Vista resident, representing Chula Vista Taxpayers Association,
requested that the Advanced Life Support program be expedited.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3221, heading read, text waived.
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
5. Item 5 was removed from, and addressed prior to, the Consent Calendar.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-2051, RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
ENFORCEABLE OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE PURSUANT TO
ASSEMBLY BILL X1 26, DNISION 24, PART 1.8, SECTION 34169(g)(l) OF THE
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT LAW (Assistant City
Manager/Development Services Director)
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Halbert explained the impacts of
elimination by the State, of Redevelopment funding to the City, and anticipation that as of
February 1, 2012, the City would take over as Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Eazl Jentz, Chula Vista resident, commented that the details of the payment schedule were not
provided to the public prior to the Council meeting, and he requested Council consideration of its
due diligence prior to approving the item.
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Bensoussan moved to adopt Redevelopment Agency Resolution
No. 2012-2051, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded
the motion and it carved 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-004, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR SUSTAINABLE
COMMUNITIES PLANNING GRANT FUNDS AND PROVIDING SUCH
AUTHORIZATIONS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN THE GRANT FUNDING AND
AGREEMENT TO COMPLY WITH ALL LAWS (Assistant City Manager/Development
Services Director)
Councilmember Aguilar directed staff, with Council consensus, to include in the grant
application, a component for improved east/west connectors between the neighborhoods and the
bayfront; and to return to the Council with the composition of the proposed Cultural and Design
Committee.
ACTION: Councilmember Aguilaz moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-004, heading read,
text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Kimberly Feilen, representing San Diego State University, Heart on Center, announced a free
Heart on Center event featuring local art and activities, on February 11, 2012, located on Center
Street.
Nick Aguilar, Chula Vista resident, commented on the questioning of a speaker at a prior
Council Meeting regarding hotel/motel assessments, and he requested Council sensitivity to the
public.
The following members of the public spoke about issues related to local real estate related
criminal activity and fraud, and asked for Council assistance on the matter:
Terri Dillon, Chula Vista resident
Steve and Carina Lemack, Chula Vista residents
Linda Milliken, Chula Vista resident
Sergio Gonzalez, Chula Vista resident
Martha Chong, Chula Vista resident
Bill Gersten, Chula Vista resident
City Attorney Googins commented that the District Attorney's Office (DA) had confirmed this
issue to be an ongoing investigation; that the City Attorney's Office has conferred with the DA
to urge imminent action; and that staff was working with the Chula Vista Police Department on
the matter.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS (Continued)
Captain Ficcaci confirmed the comments by City Attorney Googins, and he encouraged affected
members of the community to be proactive and report all matters of illegal activity to the Police
Department.
City Manager Sandoval confirmed ongoing collaborative efforts between the City and other law
enforcement agencies on the matter.
Councilmember Castaneda referred to staff, with Council consensus, to bring forward
amendments to the City's abandoned property ordinance, to further define the responsibilities of
banks to safeguard foreclosed properties, and to return to the Council within three weeks.
Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, stated there was a need for more public involvement with
City government.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN LAND
USE AND TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENT
REGARDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Senior Project Coordinator Do presented information about the proposed Healthy Communities
amendments to the Chula Vista General Plan.
Mayor Cox opened the public hearing
Lorenzo Higley, San Diego resident, representing Communities Against Substance Abuse,
suggested the implementation of policies to reduce public exposure to second-hand smoke,
particularly in multi-unit housing.
Enrique de la Cruz, Chula Vista resident, suggested consideration of policies to protect residents
in indoor areas from second-hand smoke.
Ofelia Alvarado, San Diego resident, representing the American Lung Association, encouraged
the elimination of second-hand smoke in multi-dwelling units.
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public
hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to adopt the following Resolution No. 2012-008,
heading read, text waived:
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-008, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE LAND
USE AND TRANSPORTATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS OF
THE CHULA VISTA GENERAL PLAN RELATED TO HEALTHY
COMMUNITIES (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Councilmember Aguilar seconded the motion and it can•ied 4-0, with
Councilmember Castaneda absent from the dais.
13. CONSIDERATION OF REZONING TWO PARCELS LOCATED TO THE REAR OF
THE FRESH AND EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET AT THE CORNER OF
THIRD AVENUE AND J STREET
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Halbert introduced the item. Associate
Planner Young presented the proposed zone change.
Mayor Cox opened the public hearing.
Mazk Bergman, Chino Hills resident, representing Fresh and Easy Neighborhood Market,
addressed the correspondence submitted to the Council from Paula Perry, Chula Vista resident,
about concerns with lighting in the property parking lot.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to place the following Ordinance on first reading
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP ESTABLISHED BY CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
19.18.010 TO REZONE TWO .26 ACRE PARCELS LOCATED TO THE REAR
OF THE FRESH AND EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIRD AVENUE AND J STREET FROM Rl
(SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R2 (ONE AND TWO FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) (FIRST READING) (Assistant City Manager/Development
Services Director)
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
14. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING THE OTAY RANCH GENERAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN, VILLAGE 2 SPA PLAN AND FOUR TENTATIVE MAPS
(Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Notice of the heazing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Halbert introduced the item. Senior
Planner Donn presented the Otay Ranch Village 2 amendment and tentative subdivision maps.
Mayor Cox opened the public heazing.
The following members of the public spoke in support of the proposed resolutions and
ordinance:
Stephen Haase, San Diego resident, representing Baldwin & Sons
Nick Lee, representing Sunwood & Associates
Zack Adams, San Diego resident, representing Baldwin & Sons, did not speak, but
submitted a speaker slip in support of the item.
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public
hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Aguilaz moved to adopt the following Resolution Nos. 2012-009
through 2012-013, and place the Ordinance on first reading, headings read, text
waived:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-009, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CONSIDERING THE ADDENDUM (IS-11-
001) TO SECOND-TIER FEIR 02-02 AND APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO
THE OTAY RANCH GDP, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 SPA PLAN, AND
ASSOCIATED REGULATORY DOCUMENTS IN ORDER TO
REALLOCATE 113 DWELLING UNITS AMONG TEN NEIGHBORHOODS
WITHIN VILLAGE 2
B. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING
AMENDMENTS TO THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 PLANNED
COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS AND LAND USE DISTRICTS
MAP FOR NEIGHBORHOODS R-4B, R-6, R-8B AND R-9B (FIRST
READING)
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-010, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP WITHIN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 -CHULA VISTA TRACT 11-02
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-011, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP WITHIN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 -CHULA VISTA TRACT 11-03
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
E. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-012, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP WITHIN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 -CHULA VISTA TRACT 11-04
F. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-013, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP WITHIN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 -CHULA VISTA TRACT 11-OS
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
ACTION TTEMS
15. Item 15 was noticed for a time certain of 4:45 and addressed during Special Orders of the
Day.
OTHER BUSINESS
16. CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVEbIRECTOR'S REPORTS
City Manager Sandoval made the following announcements:
- The City Council meeting scheduled for February 7, 2012 was cancelled.
- Community workshops by staff would be scheduled to discuss revenue-generating ideas.
- The Police Deparhnent received a clean bill of health on its biennial inspection by the
Corrections Department.
17. MAYOR/CHAIR'S REPORTS
City Council Appointments to Outside Agencies:
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to appoint Mayor Cox as member to the
following outside agencies:
- Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation -Member
- League of CA Cities, San Diego Division -Member
- Metropolitan Wastewater Commission
- SANDAG Board of Directors
- U.S. Conference of Mayors
Deputy Mayor Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with Mayor
Cox abstaining.
ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Deputy Mayor Bensoussan as
member to the following outside agencies:
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
- International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)
- League of CA Cities, San Diego Division -Alternate
- Otay Valley Regional Park Policy Committee and Preserve Owner Manager (POM) -
Member
- South County Economic Development Council (EDC) -Member
- SANDAG Board of Directors - 1st Alternate
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with Deputy
Mayor Bensoussan abstaining.
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to appoint Councilmember Castaneda as member
to the following outside agencies:
- Metro Wastewater Commission (Metro Commission)-Alternate
- Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS) -Member
- Otay Valley Regional Park Policy Committee and Preserve Owner Manager (POM) -
Alternate
Deputy Mayor Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Castaneda abstaining.
ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Councilmember Ramirez as member
to the following outside agencies:
- SANDAG Board of Directors - 2nd Alternate
- SANDAG Borders Committee (appointed by South Bay Mayors)
- International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) -Alternate
- South County Economic Development Council (EDC) -Alternate
- Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation -Alternate
Deputy Mayor Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Ramirez abstaining.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to appoint Councilmember Aguilaz as member to the
following outside agency:
- SANDAG Bayshore Bikeway Committee
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Aguilar abstaining.
ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Jerry Rindone as Alternate Member
to the Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS). Deputy Mayor
Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
Mayor Cox encouraged the public to view the City's sustainable energy home located at 590 Fig
Avenue.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
18. COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Councilmember Ramirez:
A. Council action on re-consideration of the appointment of Deputy Mayor.
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to rescind prior Council action for the
appointment of Councilmember Bensoussan as Deputy Mayor. Councilmember
Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 3-2, with Mayor Cox and Deputy
Mayor Bensoussan opposed.
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to nominate Councilmember Castaneda as
Deputy Mayor. Councilmember Aguilar seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
B. Council action on the establishment of a Sister City relationship with
Irapuato, Mexico.
Item 18 B was tabled.
Councilmember Ramirez stated there was a need to move forward with the Advanced Life
Support program. He asked about the status of the Police Departments' staffing needs
assessment by Public Safety Committee.
City Manager Sandoval responded that a Request for Proposal was submitted for a staffing study
about patrol staff.
Councilmember Aguilar referred to the City Manager and City Attorney, with Council
consensus, to provide information about ways for Councilmembers to participate in Council
meetings via Skype or teleconferencing.
Deputy Mayor Castaneda commented on an item previously presented to the Council regarding
the Tourism and Marketing District, and suggested that City staff remain within the guidelines of
its roles with the public.
Councilmember Bensoussan commented on the success of the recent opening of the South
Bayfront Artists Association Gallery.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:40 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting in memory of Curt Noland, North County
Developer, to Special Meetings of the City Council on January 25, 2012 and January 31, 2012 at
4:00 p.m., in the Executive Conference Room.
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Donna Norris, City Cler
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
January 25, 2012 4:15 p.m.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:15 p.m.
in the Executive Conference Room, City Hall Building 100, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista,
California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: Councilmembers Castaneda and Ramirez
1. INTERVIEWS TO FILL TWO VACANCIES ON THE CHULA VISTA DESIGN
REVIEW BOARD
Councilmember Bensoussan moved to appoint Mazio Fragomeno to the Design Review Boazd.
Councilmember Aguilaz seconded the motion and it carried 3-0.
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:00 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Special Meeting of the City Council on
January 31, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Executive Conference Room.
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Donna R. Norris, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
January 31, 2012 4:00 p.m.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:00 p.m.
in the Executive Conference Room, City Hall Building 100, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista,
California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda (arrived at 4:07 p.m.), Ramirez
(arrived at 4:05 p.m.), and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: None.
1. INTERVIEWS TO FILL ONE VACANCY (SOUTHWEST TERRITORY
REPRESENTATIVE) ON THE CHULA VISTA GROWTH MANAGEMENT
OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved to appoint David Danciu to the Growth
Management Oversight Commission. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the
motion and it carried 4 1, with Mayor Cox opposed.
ADJOURNMENT
At 4:50 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Special Workshop Meeting of the City
Council on February 9, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. in the Police Department Community Room.
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Donna R. Norris, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A WORKSHOP OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
February 9, 2012 4:00 p.m.
A Workshop of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:06
p.m. in the Police Department Community room, 315 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista,
California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar (arrived at 4:13 p.m.), Bensoussan,
Castaneda (arrived at 4:13 p.m.), and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: Councilmember Ramirez (excused)
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, Deputy City Attorney Miller (arrived at
4:27 p.m.), City Clerk Norris, and Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Due to lack of quorum, Mayor Cox announced that staff would begin the presentation,
and there would be no Council action taken. A quorum was reached at 4:13 p.m., at
which time staff continued with the presentation.
WORKSHOP
CHULA VISTA'S WASTEWATER SYSTEM
Assistant City Manager Tulloch provided an overview of the regional wastewater system.
Senior Civil Engineer Yano provided information on the outlook of Chula Vista's
wastewater system, and spoke about the additional wastewater treatment capacity study.
Tom Richardson, representing RMC Water and Environment, presented information
regarding wastewater treatment capacity study and provided recommendations that
included the need to secure land for a treatment plant, negotiations with other agencies to
secure a guaranteed price per gallon, and outfall capacity rights, purchase of capacity, and
an updated report once the City's Wastewater Master Plan is updated in 2016. .
Public Works Director Hopkins gave a status update of the wastewater system under the
asset management program.
Assistant Director of Engineering Quilantan presented information about the wastewater
cost of service and rate study.
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WORKSHOP (Continued)
Robert Grantham, Southwest Regional Manager, representing FCS Group, presented
additional information about the wastewater cost of service rate study, which is in the
process of being updated. He stated that the study was expected to cover the rate
structure, fiscal policy, and customer billing methodology.
Public Works Director Hopkins spoke about the next steps that included workshops on
Infrastructure and Transportation scheduled for March and April 2012, and upcoming
budget meetings.
Steve Own, representing Kirk Water, a provider of wastewater solutions, spoke about the
benefits of private/public partnerships, encouraged the Council to explore the next steps
that would include looking at a future water recycling facility.
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:39 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council
Meeting on February 14, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
February 14, 2012
4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez and
Mayor Cox
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk
Norris, and Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Employees of the month Mike Jensen and Norma Frank led the Pledge of Allegiance.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
• OATHS OF OFFICE
- Mario Fragomeno, Design Review Board
- David Danciu, Growth Management Oversight Commission
City Clerk Norris administered the oath of office to Commissioners Danciu and Fragameno, and
Deputy Mayor Castaneda presented them each with a certificate of appointment.
INTRODUCTION BY DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY KELLEY
BACON OF EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH MIKE JENSEN, INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST AND NORMA FRANK, WEBMASTER
Human Resources Director Bacon introduced the Information Technology Department's
employees of the month, Norma Frank and Mike Jensen. Mayor Cox read the proclamations and
Councilmember Bensoussan presented them each with a proclamation.
PRESENTATION BY CHULA VISTA LIBRARY DIRECTOR BETTY WAZNIS
ANNOUNCING ROLLING READERS' SHARE YOUR LOVE OF READING DAY
ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2012
Librazy Director Waznis introduced Susan Fiske-Koehler, representing Rolling Readers USA,
who spoke about the organization's partnership with the City's Literacy program.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
PRESENTATION BY THE CHULA VISTA NATURE CENTER AND THE MARINE
GROUP BOAT WORKS
Dr. Brian Joseph, Executive Director of the Chula Vista Nature Center spoke about the Center's
partnership with Marine Boat Works, and introduced Todd Roberts, Vice President of Marine
Boat Works.
• PRESENTATION ON THE CITY'S APARTMENT SAFETY PROJECT BY DEPUTY
CITY ATTORNEY CAROL TRUJILLO
City Attorney Googins introduced Deputy City Attorney Trujillo, who presented information
about the City's Apartment Safety Project.
• PRESENTATION BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCE
DEPARTMENTS ON THE BUSINESS ASSISTANCE TOOL KIT
City Manager Sandoval introduced Director of Economic Development Meacham who gave an
introduction about the program.
Cindy Gompper-Graves, representing South County Economic Development Council presented
information about the Feet on the Street Program, a program to advertise local businesses.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1-10)
Item 6 was removed from the Consent Calendar by members of the public for separate
consideration.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of August 16 and 26, 2011 and September 13, 16 and 20,
2011.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter of resignation from John A. Serrano, Park and Recreation Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 3223, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING TITLE 12.24 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
THRESHOLDS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
(SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (Assistant City Manager/Director of
Development Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
4. ORDINANCE NO. 3224, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ESTABLISHED BY CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL
CODE SECTION 19.18.010 TO REZONE TWO .26 ACRE PARCELS LOCATED TO
THE REAR OF THE FRESH AND EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIRD AVENUE AND J STREET FROM Rl (SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R2 (ONE AND TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
(SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (Assistant City Manager/Director of
Development Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
5. ORDINANCE NO. 3225, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 PLANNED
COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS AND LAND USE DISTRICTS MAP FOR
NEIGHBORHOODS R-4B, R-6, R-8B AND R-9B (SECOND READING AND
ADOPTION) (Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
6. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-016, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A SUSTAINABLE
COMMUNITIES PLANNING GRANT FOR THE MAIN STREET STREETSCAPE
MASTER PLAN, I-5 TO I-805 (Assistant City Manager/Director of Development
Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-017, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING AN OFFER FROM THE OTAY WATER
DISTRICT TO PURCHASE EASEMENTS ACROSS CITY OWNED LAND FOR
WATER PIPELINE (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-018, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA CALLING A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE
HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012, FOR THE ELECTION OF TWO MEMBERS OF
THE CITY COUNCIL; CONSOLIDATING THE ELECTION WITH THE
STATEWIDE ELECTION; AND REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO
PERFORM CERTAIN SERVICES FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION (City
Clerk)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-019, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR
ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE
ELECTORATE AT A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD
TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012 (City Clerk)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-020, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $7,500 FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS TO
THE FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 BUDGET OF THE POLICE GRANT FUND (4/STHS
VOTE REQUIRED) (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 5, and 6 through
10, headings read, text waived Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the
motion, and it carried 5-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-015, RESLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING MOBILEHOME PARK SPACE -RENT REVIEW
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE REGULATIONS (Assistant City Manager/Director of
Development Services) -This item continued from January 24, 2012.
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed resolution.
Sue Loftin, representing Chula Vista Park Owners Association, spoke on behalf of the
Association in support of the proposed resolution.
Jerry Fick, Chula Vista resident, did not speak but submitted a speaker slip in support of the
proposed resolution.
Amy Epsten, San Diego resident, did not speak but submitted a speaker slip in support of the
proposed resolution.
Penny Vaughn, Chula Vista resident, spoke in favor of the proposed resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-015, heading read, text waived.
Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 4-1, with Deputy
Mayor Castaneda opposed.
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ACTION ITEMS
Item 13 was taken out of order.
13. REPORT REGARDING REAL ESTATE FRAUD AND CRIMINAL TRESPASS
ACTIVITIES AT VACANT PROPERTIES AND ONGOING MEASURES TO
MITIGATE SAME (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council accept the report and provide further direction to staff as
appropriate.
City Manager Sandoval presented an update about the current real estate fraud case in the City,
and the City's responsibility on the matter.
City Attorney Googins presented information about ongoing issues and actions in response to the
real estate fraud and criminal trespass activities in the City.
Captain Ficacci spoke about the role of the Police Department on the matter.
Deputy City Attorney Hawkins described the criminal prosecution process.
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Hallbert, presented information about
requirements of the City's Residential Abandoned Property Program for securing vacant or
abandoned properties.
Bill Gersten, Chula Vista resident, stated his concern about ongoing criminal activity, and he
offered suggestions on ways to address the issues.
Richard D'Ascoli, representing the Pacific Southwest Association of Realtors, suggested
increased police presence and patrols in affected neighborhoods and stated that more needed to
be done to secure the abandoned and vacant properties.
ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to accept the report and direct staff to contact all
agencies involved on issue to coordinate a meeting to bring comprehensive
attention to the problem. Councilmember Aguilar seconded the motion and it
carried 5-0.
Mayor Cox announced a meeting recess at 6:58 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:24 p.m., with
all members present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
11. CONSIDERATION OF WAIVING A MINOR IRREGULARITY IN THE BID
RECEIVED FOR THE "THIRD AVENUE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NO. STL362)" PER CITY CHARTER SECTION 1009
(Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services and Director of Public
Works)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
City Manager Sandoval introduced the item.
Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. The following members of the public spoke in opposition
to reduced funding for a Library Park in the Southwest:
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident
Jerry Thomas, Chula Vista resident
Willard Howard, Chula Vista, spoke in opposition to taking away parks from the Northwest
community, and he suggested looking at ways to decrease costs associated with streetscape
improvements to Third Avenue.
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public
hearing.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to continue the item to a Council Meeting in March 2012.
Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion.
Deputy City Attorney Silva advised Councilmember Ramirez to abstain from voting on the
continuance due to the proximity of property he owns to the subject property.
City Manager Sandoval suggested continuing the item to the meeting of February 28, 2012. If
needed, an additional continuance would be requested at that time.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to amend the motion to schedule the item for February 28,
2012. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Ramirez abstaining.
A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ACCEPTING A FINANCIAL COMMITMENT FROM THE THIRD AVENUE
VILLAGE ASSOCIATION (TAVA) FOR THE THIRD AVENUE
STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (CIP NO. STL-362) OF UP TO
$100,000 IN CASH OR A COMBINATION OF CASH AND A REDUCTION
IN THE SCOPE OF THE THIRD AVENUE VILLAGE SIGN PROGRAM
INCLUDED IN THE BASE BID FOR THE FIRST PHASE OF
CONSTRUCTION BETWEEN "H" STREET AND STATION 28+50
B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING AN INTER-PROJECT TRANSFER OF $840,000 TO THE
"THIRD AVENUE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (CIP
PROJECT NO. STL-362)" FROM THE "ORANGE AVENUE LIBRARY PARK
(CIP PROJECT NO. PR-311)" PROJECT (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
C. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
WAIVING A MINOR IRREGULARITY IN THE BID RECEIVED FOR THE
"THIRD AVENUE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (CIP
PROJECT NO. STL-362)" PER CITY CHARTER SECTION 1009,
ACCEPTING BIDS, AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE "THIRD
AVENUE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, PHASE 1, FROM
STATION 28+50 SOUTH OF CENTER STREET TO "H" STREET (CIP
PROJECT NO. STL-362)," TO 3-D ENTERPRISES, INC. OF SAN DIEGO IN
THE BASE BID AMOUNT OF $4,296,999.90, AND WAIVING CITY
COUNCIL POLICY NO. 574-01 AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC WORKS TO EXECUTE ALL CHANGE ORDERS UP TO A NET
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF $283,103.10
D. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO APPLY FOR ADDITIONAL TRANSNET SMART
GROWTH AND OTHER GRANT FUNDS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE
THIRD AVENUE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FROM
APPROXIMATELY STATION 28+50 TO "F" STREET AND/OR "E" STREET,
AS APPROPRIATE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were none.
BOARD AND COMMISSION REPORTS
12. CONSIDERATION OF CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION REGARDING AMENDING THE CHARTER TO PROVIDE
FOR DISTRICT ELECTIONS (City Attorney and Charter Review Commission)
Staff recommendation: The Charter Review Commission report details the
Commission's recommendation that the City proceed with a Charter amendment to
provide for district elections. Staff recommends that the City Council accepts the Report
and provide direction to the Commission and staff, as the Council deems appropriate.
Assistant City Attorney Maland presented an overview of the report and provided the Council
with the options it would need to consider prior to placing the matter on the ballot.
Randy Bellamy, Charter Review Commission Chairperson, presented the commission's
recommendation to place the matter of converting to district elections on the ballot. He
highlighted findings from the commission's community outreach efforts as well as the points that
led the commission to its recommendation.
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS REPORTS (Continued)
The following members of the public spoke in support of placing the matter of district elections
on the ballot:
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident
JoAnn Fields, Chula Vista resident, representing Filipino American Caucus of San Diego County
Jerry Thomas, Chu]a Vista resident
Willard Howard, Chula Vista resident
ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved to support the recommendation by the Charter
Review Commission to place the matter of District Elections on the November
2012 ballot, with all ancillary issues to be addressed at a later time.
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 3-2, with Mayor Cox
and Councilmember Bensoussan voting no.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to accept the Charter Review Commission report.
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
ACTION ITEMS
Item 13 was taken out of order and addressed prior to Public Heazings.
13. REPORT REGARDING REAL ESTATE FRAUD AND CRIMINAL TRESPASS
ACTIVITIES AT VACANT PROPERTIES AND ONGOING MEASURES TO
MITIGATE SAME (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council accept the report and provide further direction to staff as
appropriate.
OTHER BUSINESS
14. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Sandoval made the following announcements:
- The next Council meeting was scheduled for February 28, 2012.
- Public Meetings would be scheduled on February 21, 2012 and February 23, 2012, at the
Otay Ranch Town Center, inviting the public to participate in discussions on ideas for
additional revenue sources for the City.
- He recognized School Resource Officer Sante Rosario, who initiated a local program
working with police colleagues and local vendors, to provide shoes and socks to school
children.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
Mayor Cox announced a meeting recess at 9:11 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:15 p.m., with
all members present.
15. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment of Tom O'Donnell to the Charter Review Commission.
B. Ratification of appointment of Marco Torres to the Mobilehome Rent Review
Commission.
C. Ratification of appointment of the following to the Historic Preservation Commission:
Georgie Stillman (Qualified Professional)
Gazy Fink (Qualified Professional)
Eric Fotiadi (Qualified Professional)
Dr. Steven Schoenherr (Qualified Professional)
Hannelore Inman (Realtor)
Kevin O'Neill (General Member)
Leonardo Sison (General Member)
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve the appointment of the individuals in Item 15 A, B
and C. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
16. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS
A. Councilmember Castaneda:
Council discussion of prioritizing funding for the Chula Vista Police Department
Domestic Violence Strike Team, previously funded by the State of California Emergency
Management Administration (CalEma) Law Enforcement Victims' Services Grant.
Deputy Mayor Castaneda referred to staff, with Council consensus, to schedule for the February
28, 2012 Council Meeting, discussion regarding funding sources for continued operation of the
Police Department Domestic Violence Strike Team Program.
B. Councilmember A ue filar:
Identification of possible measure(s) for the June 2012 ballot, and consideration of
placing an item on an upcoming City Council agenda to discuss those measure(s) and to
consider having one or more of them placed on the June 2012 ballot.
Councilmember Aguilar referred to staff, with Council consensus, to place the following ballot
measures for discussion on the February 28, 2012 Council agenda:
- Infrastructure bond
- Protecting Parks
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
Councilmember Castaneda referred to staff, with Council consensus, a measure to modify
language regarding the elected City Attorney position.
Councilmember Aguilar stated that her office would be holding breakfast open office hours, and
she invited the public to the first meeting scheduled on February 16, 2012, at Jimmy's at the Park
Restaurant, 333 Third Avenue, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., to discuss the topic of district
elections. She announced that subsequent breakfast meeting would be held on the third Thursday
of the month.
Councilmember Aguilaz referred to staff, with Council consensus, to work through City Manager
for staff assistance with preliminary outreach to pursue the idea of working with restaurants
along Broadway to investigate the feasibility of establishing a business improvement district.
Councilmember Ramirez referred to staff, with Council consensus, to schedule for the February
28, 2012 Council agenda, consideration of a letter or support for legislation regazding enhanced
driver's licenses, and its submittal to the State Assembly. He announced his next Public Office
Hours on the first Monday of February, to address Infrastructure Financing Districts.
Councilmember Bensoussan commented on the success of the recent Heart on Center art fair
event.
City Attorney Googins recognized the members of the Charter Review Commission for its good
work regazding the matter of District Elections.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:33 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council Meeting on
February 21, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Donna R. Norris, C C, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA V1STA
February 14, 2012 3:00 P.M.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:01 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilaz, Bensoussan (amved at 3:08 p.m.),
Castaneda (arrived at 3:09 p.m.), Ramirez, and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: None.
Mayor Cox announced that the Council would convene in Closed Session to discuss the
items listed below.
At 3:03 p.m., the Council convened in Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to Resolution No. 13706 and Council Policy No. 346-03, Official Minutes and
records of action taken during Closed Sessions are maintained by the City Attorney.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a)
A. Cazla Villa et al. v. Citv of Chula Vista, San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-2011-
00093296-CU-MC-CTL
B. In the Matter of Ruth Marie West, San Diego Superior Court, Case No. D40165
C. City of Chula Vista v. NexHorizon Broadband of Southern California, Inc., San Diego
Superior Court, Case No. 37-2010-00083634-CU-BC-CTL
ADJOURNMENT
At 3:38 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Regulaz Meeting of the City Council on
February 14, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Donna R. Norris, MC, City Clerk
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