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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/09/11 Item 01MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA May 8, 2012 4:00 P.M. A Regulaz Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:01 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 Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Deputy Mayor Castaneda led the Pledge of Allegiance. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY ^ OATHS OF OFFICE Commission on Aging: Jovita Juarez City Clerk Norris administered the oath of office to Commissioner Juarez, and Councilmember Ramirez presented her with a certificate of appointment. • PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION TO CHULA VISTA'S RECREATION DEPARTMENT, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AND ITS NON- PROFIT PARTNER, THE FRIENDS OF RECREATION, PROCLAIMING SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2012, AS NATIONAL KIDS TO PARKS DAY Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Deputy Mayor Castaneda presented it to Recreation Director Martin. • PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING MAY 20-26, 2012 AS NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK - "PUBLIC WORKS: CREATING A LASTING IMPRESSION" Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Councilmember Bensoussan presented it to Public Works Director Hopkins. Page 1 -Council Minutes May 8, 2012 ~f~ ~ ~ • PRESENTATION BY ASSISTANT ENGINEERING DIRECTOR IRACSEMA QUILANTAN RECOGNIZING MT. SAN MIGUEL PARK, ALL SEASONS PARK, ROBINHOOD RANCH SEWER PUMP STATION, MUNICIPAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC AND SECOND AVENUE PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS FOR THEIR AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION AWARD-WINNING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND STAFF Mayor Cox announced that this presentation was continued to a future date. CONSENT CALENDAR Item 1 was removed from the Consent Calendar and continued to the meeting of May 22, 2012. 1. A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR OPEN SPACE DISTRICTS 1 THROUGH 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 23, 24, 26, 31 AND 33, EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1, AND BAY BOULEVARD MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AND THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN; DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THESE ASSESSMENTS (Director of Public Works) B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR THE TOWN CENTRE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AND THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN; DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ASSESSMENTS (Director of Public Works) C. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR THE OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8 AND THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN; DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ASSESSMENTS (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions and set the public hearing for June 12, 2012. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-077 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE "TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION AT THE INTERSECTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND "E" STREET, (CIP # TF378)" PROJECT TO DBX INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $182,056.65, WAIVING CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 574-01 AND AUTHORIZING Page 2 -Council Minutes May 8, 2012 l~ i, ' !' _ /_ THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCY FUNDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $36,41135 (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendation and offered Consent Calendar Item 2, heading read, text waived. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Item 1 was removed from the Consent Calendar and continued to the meeting of May 22, 2012. PUBLIC COMMENTS Cindy Gompper Graves, representing South County Economic Development Council, distributed and discussed its report titled "Chula Vista Business Outreach Report." Rob Corcilius, Chula Vista resident, asked about potential impacts to Bayfront development if San Diego's Proposition A passed. Mayor Cox referred the matter to staff. ACTION ITEMS 3. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING THE CHULA VISTA BAYFRONT MASTER PLAN FINANCING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT (Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services) Assistant Director of Redevelopment and Housing Crockett provided an overview of the financing agreement for the Bayfront Master plan. Consultant Rebecca Bennaccini from Economic Planning Systems presented findings on financial feasibility. The following members of the public spoke in support of the item: • Cindy Gompper Graves, representing the South County EDC • Rich Dascoli, representing the South County EDC • Ricardo Macedo, representing the South County EDC • Adam Sparks, representing Third Avenue Village Association • Matt Adams, San Diego resident Bill Tunstall, representing the South County EDC, submitted documentation of his support but declined to speak. There was a consensus of a majority of the council to direct staff to hold a workshop regarding phases of the Bayfront development after the Coastal Commission meeting in July. Page 3 -Council Minutes May 8, 2012 ,,l, ACTION: Deputy Mayor Castaneda moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-078, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. RESOLUTION 2012-078 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE CHULA VISTA BAYFRONT MASTER PLAN FINANCING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT OTHER BUSINESS 4. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS City Manager Sandoval provided dates of upcoming City Council meetings and noted that the May 15, 2012 meeting was cancelled. He also reported that SANDAG's Criminal Analysis Division indicated a drop in crime rate this year, with a total drop in crime of 34% since 2007 and commended the Police Department staff. 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS Mayor Cox reported that the Kiwanis would have a wine tasting event on Saturday, May 12, 2012. She also reported there would be a meeting at SANDAG on Friday, May 11, 2012, regarding the SR-125 and the Transportation Committee's approval of a fee reduction. 6. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS Councilmember Bensoussan reported that Saturday, May 12, 2012, would be International Migratory Bird Day. The Nature Center, now the Living Coast Discovery Center, would have its annual food and wine classic on June 2, 2012. Councilmember Ramirez requested that staff return to Council with the cost of adding more lighting to the City to be considered for the budget. He discussed the community impact coming from traffic from SR-125, particularly in the Bonita area. He held public office hours Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Animal Care Facility. Deputy Mayor Castaneda wished moms a Happy Mother's Day. ADJOURNMENT At 5:25 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council Meeting on May 15, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. gelow, Se ' r Deputy City Clerk Page 4 -Council Minutes May 8, 2012 1 ~' /' MINUTES OF A SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA May 22, 2012 3:00 p.m. A Special Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Council/Agency members Aguilar, Bensoussan (arrived at 3:10 p.m.), Castaneda, and Ramirez ABSENT: Mayor/Chair Cox (excused) Deputy Mayor Castaneda stated that Mayor Cox was absent due to jury duty service and announced that the Council would convene in Closed Session to discuss the items listed below. At 3:05 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. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6 Agency designated representatives: James Sandoval, Glen Googins, Simon Silva, Maria Kachadoorian, Scott Tulloch, David Bejarano, Gary Wedge and Kelley Bacon Employee organization: Mid Managers/Professionals, CVEA, WCE and POA 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b) Potential cases: One 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a) Application of San Diego Gas & Electric Company (U902E) for Authority to Update Marginal Costs, Cost Allocation, and Electric Rate Design, Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, Application 11-10-002 Page ] -Council Minutes ~ May 22, 2012 ~ ~' 4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 549569(c ) Potential cases: One City of Chula Vista and/or Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista v. State of California, Department of Finance and possible other named defendants. ADJOURNMENT At 4:00 p.m., Deputy Mayor Castaneda adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council Meeting on May 22, 2012 at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. e ow, Se t r Deputy City Clerk Page 2 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 // _~~ MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA May 22, 2012 4:00 P.M. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:06 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. Deputy Mayor Castaneda announced that Mayor Cox would be delayed due to jury duty service. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez, and Mayor Cox (arrived at 4:24 p.m.) ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk Norris, and Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Councilmember Ramirez led the Pledge of Allegiance. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY INTRODUCTION BY FINANCE DIRECTOR MARIA KACHADOORIAN, OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH MONICA MORALES, ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN Finance Director Kachadoorian introduced Monica Morales, employee of the month, and Councilmember Ramirez presented her with a proclamation. PRESENTATION BY TIM GABRIELSON, PRESIDENT OF AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA) SAN DIEGO/IMPERIAL COUNTY CHAPTER, RECOGNIZING MT. SAN MIGUEL PARK, ALL SEASONS PARK, ROBINHOOD RANCH SEWER PUMP STATION, MUNICIPAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC AND SECOND AVENUE PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS FOR THEIR APWA AWARD WINNING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND CITY STAFF; AND SDG&E ENERGY SHOWCASE 2012 "EXCELLENCE IN ENERGY SAVINGS CHAMPION -LOCAL GOVERNMENT" Public Works Director Hopkins introduced Tim Gabrielson, President of the local chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA), who presented the City with awards for Project of the Year in various categories for Mount San Miguel Park, All Seasons Park, and Municipal Page 1 - Coaucil Minutes May 22, 2012 ~~ / Solaz Photovoltaic projects; Honor Awazd for Robinhood Ranch Unit II and Sewer Pump Station projects; and Project of the Year for the Second Avenue Improvement project. • PRESENTATION BY MICHELLE CASTAGNOLA, ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE SPECIALIST, OF CLEAN CHAMPION AWARDS TO BEST BUY, HOME DEPOT, K-MART, PACIFIC SALES KITCHEN & BATH, AND SEARS TO RECOGNIZE THEIR SUPPORT OF THE CHULA VISTA HOME UPGRADE, CARBON DOWNGRADE PROGRAM Environmental Resource Specialist Michelle Castagnola presented representatives from Best Buy, Home Depot, K-Mart, Pacific Sales Kitchen & Bath, and Sears with Clean Champion Awards. CONSENT CALENDAR Items 3, 5, 10, 11, and 12 were removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of January 24, 25, 31, February 9, and 14, 2012. Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes. 2. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-079 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2001-2 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE OF DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE REFUNDING ACT OF 1984 FOR 1915 IMPROVEMENT ACT BONDS (Director of Finance/Treasurer) B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-080 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 06-I (EASTLAKE-WOODS, VISTAS AND LAND SWAP) OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE OF DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE MELLO-ROOS COMMUNITY FACILITIES ACT OF 1982 (Director of Finance/Treasurer) C. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-081 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 08-I (EASTLAKE-WOODS, VISTAS AND LAND SWAP) OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE OF DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE MELLO-ROOS COMMUNITY FACILITIES ACT OF 1982 (Director of Finance/Treasurer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. 3. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Page 2 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 4. INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDED MARCH 31, 2012 (Director of Finance/Treasurer) Staff recommendation: Council accept the report. 5. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-084 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A MAP SHOWING THE PROPOSED BOUNDARIES FOR ALPINE AVENUE BETWEEN EMERSON STREET AND OXFORD STREET ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2012-01, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, SETTING THE TIME AND PLACE FORA PUBLIC HEARING, AND ORDERING THE INITIATION OF BALLOT PROCEEDINGS (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-085 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A MAP SHOWING THE PROPOSED BOUNDARIES FOR TWIN OAKS AVENUE BETWEEN EMERSON STREET AND OXFORD STREET ASSESSMENT DISTRICT N0. 2011-02, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, SETTING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, AND ORDERING THE INITIATION OF BALLOT PROCEEDINGS (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-086 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CLEAN HARBORS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INC. FOR TURN-KEY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND CONDITIONALLY EXEMPT SMALL QUANTITY GENERATOR WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-087 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA (1) AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET BY TRANSFERRING $20,000 FROM THE "SUPPLIES & SERVICES" TO THE "CIP PROJECT EXPENDITURES" BUDGET CATEGORY Page 3 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 ~ 7 l WITHIN THE ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND AND (2) APPROVING A DESIGN BUILD AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CONTRACTING INC FOR THE MUNICIPAL STREET LIGHT RETROFIT PROJECT PHASE II (GG214) (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED) (Director of Public Works) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 10. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. 11. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. 12. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered Consent Calendar Items 1, 2, 4, and 6 through 9, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 3. This item was taken out of order and addressed after item 16. Item 5 was addressed out of order and discussed at this time. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-083 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS TASK FORCE'S SELECTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2012 PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS GRANTS RECIPIENTS AND MONETARY GRANT AWARDS TOTALING $80,500 (Library Director) The following members of the public spoke in support of Item 5: Anasazi Ochoa, Chula Vista resident Alejandro Ochoa, Chula Vista resident Dr. Mario E. Aguilar, Chula Vista resident Pedro Anaya, Chula Vista resident ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-083, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. Item 12 was addressed out of order and discussed at this time. 12. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FOR INCLUSION WITHIN THE CITY'S ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES, PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATION OF ANY PETITIONS Page 4 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 ~~ THAT MIGHT BE SUBMITTED FOR DISESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHULA VISTA TOURISM AND MARKETING DISTRICT (City Attorney) Raj Jaswal, motel owner, expressed his concern with the Tourism and Mazketing District. City Attorney Googins explained the proposed resolution. He invited members of the public to contact him or his office for additional information. ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved to continue Item 12 to the City Council meeting of June 5, 2012. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. ACTION ITEMS Item 16 was noticed as time certain and was taken out of order at 5:10 p.m. 16. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-092 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT PROGRAM FOR A CENTENNIAL GREENBELT SIGNAGE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR AS AGENT TO CONDUCT ALL BUSINESS MATTERS FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE GRANT PROJECT B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-093 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT PROGRAM FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MULTI-USE RECREATIONAL TRAIL BRIDGE AND AUTHORIZING THE ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR AS AGENT TO CONDUCT ALL BUSINESS MATTERS FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE GRANT PROJECT Associate Planner Lynette Tessitore-Lopez provided an overview of the signage program. Supervisor Greg Cox spoke regarding the potential grant funding for the signage program and presented a proposed multi-use recreational trail bridge. He stated he would take the grant recommendation forward to the County Board of Supervisors on June 19, 2012. ACTION: Councilmember Bensoussan moved to adopt Resolution Nos. 2012-092 and 2012- 093, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Aguilar seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (continued) 3. A. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING MARCH 3l, 2012 Page 5 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 ~~ B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-082 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED) (Director of Finance/Treasurer) ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-082, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-088 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ENTERING INTO AN EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT WITH VOIT REAL ESTATE SERVICES FOR 430 F STREET AND A PORTION OF 1800 MAXWELL ROAD (Director of Public Works) Deputy Mayor Castaneda stated he would be abstaining from voting on Item IO due to a potential property-related conflict of interest. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-088, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with Deputy Mayor Castaneda abstaining. 11. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-089 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA TO ADOPT POLICY NUMBER 576-19 "SHADE TREE POLICY" (Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services) ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-089, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. PUBLIC COMMENTS Randy Bellamy, Chairperson of the Charter Review Commission, requested that the Commission's analysis be sought prior to placing future charter amendments on the ballot. PUBLIC HEARINGS 13. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-090 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ASSESSING CERTAIN DELINQUENT SEWER SERVICE .CHARGES AS RECORDED LIENS UPON THE RESPECTIVE OWNER OCCUPIED PARCELS OF LAND AND APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT CHARGES ON THE NEXT REGULAR TAX BILL FOR COLLECTION Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Castaneda moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-090, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Aguilar seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Page 6 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 i i 14. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-091 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ASSESSING CERTAIN DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE SERVICE CHARGES AS RECORDED LIENS UPON THE RESPECTIVE PARCELS OF LAND AND APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT CHARGES ON THE NEXT REGULAR TAX BILL FOR COLLECTION Mayor Cox opened the public hearing Hans d'Oleire reported that he believed an error had been made in his solid waste billing. Mayor Cox referred him to the Finance Department. There being no other members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Castaneda moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-091, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Aguilaz seconded the motion, and it carved 5-0. 15. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.52, "PAY TELEVISION," AND ADDING CHAPTER 5.53, "STATE VIDEO FRANCHISES" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND VIDEO COMPETITION ACT OF 2006 (FIRST READING) Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. Ileana Ovalle representing Cox Communications spoke in support of the item. There being no other members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to place the ordinance on first reading, heading read, text waived. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Mayor Cox recessed the meeting at 6:08 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 6:28 p.m., with all members present. ACTION ITEMS (Continued) 16. This item was noticed as time certain for 5:00 p.m. and was taken out of order 17. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-094 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA (1) ACCEPTING THE PROGRESS REPORT ON CLIMATE ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION, (2) AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL UP TO $3,800,000 FOR THE 2013-2014 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC AND THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION, AND (3) AUTHORIZING THE Page 7 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 ~ ? - / CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH SUBMITTING THE PARTNERSHIP PROPOSAL Environmental Resource Manager Brendan Reed presented the progress report on climate action plan implementation. ACTION: Councilmember Bensoussan moved to adopt Resolution No. 2012-094, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. 18. INTERIM REPORT ON THE FIRST PHASE OF CHULA VISTA POLICE DEPARTMENT PATROL STAFFING STUDY AND MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL REVIEW (Chief of Police) Greg Matthews of Matrix Consulting Group reported on the use of resources in the Police department and offered suggestions on improvements. Police Chief Bejarano presented the 2012 Chula Vista Police Department Patrol Staffing Study. City Manager Sandoval reported that the cost to implement the recommendations for next fiscal year would be approximately $80,000. There was a consensus of a majority of the Council to direct staff to provide a graph depicting when the Police Department would achieve the 40% proactive time described in the presentation. 19. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN OPERATING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE CHULA VISTA NATURE CENTER FOUNDATION Recreation Director Martin introduced the proposal to enter into a second operating agreement with the Chula Vista Nature Center that would extend the current agreement for 36-months. He reported agreement between the City and the Nature Center had been reached on all items except for the payment of utility costs of approximately $75,000. Ken Peterson, representing the Chula Vista Nature Center, spoke in support of the City funding the utility costs. Mayor Cox reported receipt of a letter from Nature Center Director Dr. Brian Joseph requesting $60,000-80,000. Councilmember Aguilar showed a video highlighting the Living Coast Discovery Center. ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved to request that the Mayor discuss with the Nature Center staff the City Council's desire to include "Chula Vista" in its tagline. Deputy Mayor Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Page 8 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 n ~, ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to continue Item 19 to no later than June 19, 2012, and to direct the Mayor to work with the Nature Center on the finance reports. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it tamed 5-0. OTHER BUSINESS 20. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS City Manager Sandoval provided an update on the lease renewal with the Marine Works Boat Group. 21. MAYOR'S REPORTS • Recommendation of the ad hoc Committee (Mayor Cox/Councilmember Aguilar) on joint meetings of the Chula Vista City Council and its Boards/Commissions and request for feedback from the Council. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the recommendation of the ad hoc committee to hold joint meetings with Chula Vista Boards and Commissions on the third Thursdays of the month, with the Library Board of Trustees and the Safety Committee to be considered among the first. 22. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS ACTION: Deputy Mayor Castaneda moved to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to bring back a closed session item on June 5, 2012, to provide the status of negotiations on Advanced Life Support. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Mayor Cox announced that the Council would reconvene in Closed Session to continue the Special Meeting of May 22, 2012. At 930 p.m., the Council reconvened in Closed Session. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Special City Council Workshop on May 24, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Police Department Community Room. ~22~i%if i(.f~?i LDI~.~ Kerry~ow, nior Deputy City Clerk Page 9 -Council Minutes May 22, 2012 /Lr ::~ MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA May 24, 2012 CALL TO ORDER 4:00 p.m. Deputy Mayor Castaneda called a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista to order at 4:01 p.m., in the Police Department Community Room, located at 315 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California and announced that Mayor Cox would be delayed due to jury duty service. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez, and Mayor Cox (arrived at 4:30 p.m.) ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk Norris, Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Councilmember Bensoussan led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. WORKSHOP PRESENTATION BY STAFF OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2012-13 CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED BUDGET City Manager Sandoval provided an overview of the Fiscal Year 2013 proposed budget and the methodology used to develop the proposed budget. Finance Director Kachadoorian presented projected revenue and proposed staffing and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013. Assistant Director of Engineering lrascema Quilantan presented the Fiscal Year 2013 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget. Public Works Specialist Lindsey Walters presented an interactive CIP project map available on the City's website. Page I -Council Workshop Minutes ~ May 24, 2012 Public Works Director Hopkins answered questions from Councilmembers regarding funding for City infrastructure. Assistant City Manager Halbert reported that funding for existing projects through ROPS is not anticipated to change. Finance Director Kachadoorian stated that the next steps of the budget development process were for staff to present responses to council proposals on June 5, 2012, and for a public hearing and council adoption of the budget on June 19, 2012. Councilmembers made the following comments and requests for consideration by staff: Deputy Mayor Castaneda: Focus additional pavement management resources on neighborhood streets ^ Increase funding for domestic violence response team to bring it closer to $] 76,000 • Include an additional $155,000 in staffing costs in the City Attorney's office for the Neighborhood Prosecution Unit Mayor Cox: • Reinvigorate code enforcement program Supported Deputy Mayor Castaneda's request for funding an additional attorney for the Neighborhood Prosecution Unit Councilmember Aguilar: ^ Focus additional resources on promoting Chula Vista and its assets • Requested information on the cost to increase park maintenance and repair with the addition of two park maintenance staff and repairs to Memorial Pazk Requested the full report on the Police Patrol staffing study • Funding for the Nature Center's utility costs • Spoke in support of the Mayor's desire to increase code enforcement In response to Councilmember Aguilar's question, City Clerk Norris reported that the estimate fora 10-page proposition for the November election would be between $65,000 and $80,000. Police Captain Wedge answered questions regarding a verified response program. Deputy Mayor Castaneda and Councilmember Ramirez spoke in support of expediting the implementation of the verified response program. ADJOURNMENT At 6:05 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council Meeting on June 5, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. gelow, S or Deputy City Clerk Page 2 -Council Workshop Minutes May 24, 2012 ~~ d/ ` .~- MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA June 5, 2012 3:00 p.m. A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:07 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilaz (arrived at 3:10 p.m.), Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez, and Mayor Cox ABSENT: None John Hess, representing IAFF Local 2180, spoke in support of the Advanced Life Support program. Mayor Cox announced that the Council would convene in Closed Session to discuss the items listed below. At 3:13 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 actdon taken during Closed Sessions are maintained by the Ciry Attorney. L CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 Property: 430 F Street Agency Negotiator: Rick Ryals, Real Property Manager Negotiating Parties: The City of Chula Vista and South Bay Community Services through Voit Real Estate Services, their Agent Under Negotiations: Lease Price and Terms 2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6 Agency designated representatives: James Sandoval, Glen Googins, Simon Silva, Maria Kachadoorian, Scott Tulloch, David Bejarano, Gary Wedge, David Hanneman and Kelley Bacon Employee organization: Mid Managers/Professionals, CVEA, WCE, IAFF and POA Page 1 -Council Minutes June 5, 2012 '; ~/ 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 (a): A. Application of San Diego Gas & Electric Company (U902E) for Authority to Update Marginal Costs, Cost Allocation, and Electric Rate Design, Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, Application 11-10-002; B. Donald Sipple, et al. v. City of Alameda, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC462270; C. Carla Villa et al. v. City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-2011-00093296-CU-MC-CTL; and D. City of Palmdale, et al. v. Ana Matosantos, in her official capacity as Director of the State of California Department of Finance; et al., Sacramento Superior Court, Case No. 34-2012-80001154. 4. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION ATTORNEY REPORTS/MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 14 AND MAY 22, 2012. ADJOURNMENT At 4:00 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Regular Meeting of the City Council on June 5, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. gelow, S or Deputy City Clerk Page 2 -Council Minutes June 5, 2012 /~ MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA June 5, 2012 4:00 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:07 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 Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Heritage Museum Boardmember Imozelle McVeigh led the Pledge of Allegiance. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY • PRESENTATION BY LIBRARY DIRECTOR BETTY WAZNIS AND CHULA VISTA HERITAGE MUSEUM BOARDMEMBER IMOZELLE MCVEIGH ON THE OPENING OF THE HERITAGE MUSEUM'S 2012 EXHIBIT "THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND, THIS LAND IS MY LAND: JAPANESE AMERICANS IN CHULA VISTA" ON THURSDAY, JUNE 7 FROM SPM TO 7PM Library Director Waznis introduced Chula Vista Heritage Museum Boardmember Imozelle McVeigh. Boardmember McVeigh presented the "This Land is Your Land, This Land is My Land" exhibit that will open on June 7, 2012 at the Heritage Museum. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Letter of resignation from Cynthia Berndt, Cultural Arts Commission. Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation. B. Letter of resignation from Douglas Cochrane, Safety Commission. Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation. Page 1 - Coancil Minutes Jane 5, 2012 C. Memorandum from Mayor Cox requesting an excused absence from the May 22, 2012 Special City Council Meeting due to jury duty service. Recommendation: Council excuse the absence. 2. ITEM 2 WAS REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-095 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FY 2012-2013 SALARY SCHEDULE AS REQUIRED BY TITLE 2 SECTION 570.5 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS (Director of Human Resources) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-096 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A UTILITY TRENCH MORATORIUM POLICY (Director of Public Works). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-097 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA (1) APPROVING A $22,209 AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ROOFTOP SOLAR CHALLENGE, (2) APPROPRIATING $2,600 OF GRANT FUNDS INTO THE CITY STAFF SERVICES BUDGET CATEGORY OF THE ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012, AND (3) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH IMPLEMENTING THE AGREEMENT (Director of Public Works). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-098 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND D-MAX ENGINEERING, INC. FOR NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM DRY WEATHER FIELD SCREENING AND ANALYTICAL MONITORING SERVICES AND GRANT THE CITY MANAGER THE AUTHORITY TO APPROVE UP TO TWO ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS TO SAID AGREEMENT (Director of Public Works). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered consent calendar items 1 through 6, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Page 2 -Council Minutes ~ ,~ June 5, 2012 _.~ . ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR There were none. ACTION ITEMS 7. VERBAL REPORT REGARDING THE F[SCAL YEAR 2012-13 CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED BUDGET AND DIRECTION TO STAFF TO DEVELOP A CITY COUNCIL PROPOSED BUDGET Finance Director Kachadoorian presented the staffs response to questions and comments made by Councilmembers at the May 24, 2012 Council Workshop. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to accept the verbal report regarding the fiscal year 2012-13 City Manager's proposed budget and direct staff to use it as the basis to develop the City Council-proposed budget, with further discussion to take place at the meeting of June 12, 2012. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it failed 2-3, with Councilmembers Aguilar and Ramirez and Deputy Mayor Castaneda opposing. There was a consensus of the Council to continue discussion of the fiscal year 2012-13 proposed budget at the City Council meeting of June 12, 2012. 8. CONSIDERATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR PETITIONS THAT MIGHT BE SUBMITTED PROPOSING DISESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHULA VISTA TOURISM AND MARKETING DISTRICT (City Attorney) City Attorney Googins discussed the proposed petition procedures for disestablishment of the Tourism and Marketing District (TMD). Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of establishing procedures for opting in and opting out of the TMD. Councilmember Aguilar provided City Attorney Googins with feedback and requests for changes to the resolution. The item was continued to the meeting of June 12, 2012. PUBLIC COMMENTS Luanne Hulsizer, representing the Third Avenue Village Association, announced the Pet Fest event and stated proceeds from the event go to the Animal Care Facility. Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of development on the Bayfront. Page 3 -Council Minutes June 5, 2012 OTHER BUSINESS 9. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS City Manager Sandoval distributed to the City Council the response he prepared to the Grand Jury Report regarding the Chula Vista Tourism and Marketing District. 10. MAYOR'S REPORTS A. Consideration of appointment of a voting delegate and alternate for the 2012 Annual League of California Cities Conference, to beheld September 5-7. ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved authorize Mayor Cox to serve as the voting delegate for the 2012 Annual League of Califomia Cities Conference. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. B. Ratification of appointment of Kimberly Medeiros to the Charter Review Commission. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to ratify the appointment of Kimberly Medeiros to the Charter Review Commission. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Mayor Cox announced that the Bayshore Bikeway was named one of the top 10 bicycle pathways in California by Sunset Magazine. 11. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS ^ Councilmember Aguilar: City Council Discussion of Grand Jury Report Regarding Chula Vista Tourism and Marketing District (TMD). Councilmember Aguilar requested to continue the discussion of the Grand Jury Report Regarding the Chula Vista Tourism and Marketing District to the meeting of June 12, 2012. Councilmember Bensoussan announced there would be fishing activities for Father's Day at the Chula Vista Marine Room on June 16 and 17, 2012. At the request of Councilmember Bensoussan, there was consensus of the Council to add an item to the June 12, 2012 agenda to consider endorsement of the Harbor Days event. Councilmember Ramirez encouraged citizens to remove election signs following the election on June 5, 2012, and wished those running for office good luck. Page 4 -Council Minutes . „ June 5, 2012 ADJOURNMENT At 6:53, Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the City Council Workshop on June 7, 2012, at 6:00 p.m., in the Police Department. Kerry K. Big w, Seni eputy City Clerk Page 5 -Council Minutes /~ June 5, 2012 /L:;% ~) MINUTES OF A JOINT WORKSHOP OF THE CITY COUNCIL, PLANNING COMMISSION, AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION OF THE CTTY OF CHULA VISTA June 7, 2012 6:00 p.m. A Joint Workshop of the City Council, Planning Commission, and Growth Management Oversight Commission of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:06 p.m. in the Chula Vista Police Department Community Meeting Room, 3]5 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez, and Mayor Cox Growth Management Oversight Commissioners Danciu, Harry, Hall (arrived at 6:09 p.m.), Krogh, Ong-Garcia, and Chair Torres Planning Commissioners Anaya, Calvo (arrived at 6:07 p.m.), Felber, Vinson, and Chair Spethman. ABSENT: Councilmember Aguilar (excused) Planning Commissioners Liuag and Moctezuma ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk Norris, and Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Planning Commission Chair Spethman led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. PUBLIC HEARING 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. 1. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION'S 2012 ANNUAL REPORT (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director) Page I - CC/PC/GMOC Minutes June 7, 2012 Growth Management Oversight Commission (GMOC) Chair Torres presented the GMOC report. She reported non-compliant threshold standards for the following areas: • Libraries • Police -Priority II ^ Traffic • Fire/Emergency Medical Service Associate Planner Vander Bie presented the staff response to each area. GMOC Chair Torres presented the following azeas compliant with threshold standards: • Pazks and Recreation • Fiscal • Drainage • Schools • Air Quality • Water Mayor Cox opened the public heazing. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regazding each area reported in the 2012 GMOC report. ACTION: Chair Vinson moved to adopt the following Planning Commission Resolution PCM 11-19, heading read, text waived. Commissioner Felber seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. A. RESOLUTION PCM I1-19 OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE 2012 GMOC ANNUAL REPORT, AND RECOMMENDING ACCEPTANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Commissioner Bensoussan moved to adopt the following Resolution No. 2012- 099, heading read, text waived. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 4-0. B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-099 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE 2012 GMOC ANNUAL REPORT, AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO UNDERTAKE ACTIONS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS AS PRESENTED 1N THE STAFF RESPONSES AND PROPOSED IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS SUMMARY ADJOURNMENT At 8:16 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regulaz City Council Meeting on June 12, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. B low, Se ' r Deputy City Clerk Paget - CC/PC/GMOCMinutes June 7.2012 ,~ ( .'- MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA June 12, 2012 3:00 p.m. A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda, Ramirez (arrived at 3:07 p.m.), and Mayor Cox ABSENT: None Mayor Cox announced that the Council would convene in Closed Session to discuss the items listed below. At 3:05 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 LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6 Agency designated representatives: James Sandoval, Glen Googins, Simon Silva, Maria Kachadoorian, Scott Tulloch, David Bejarano, Gary Wedge, David Hanneman and Kelley Bacon Employee organization: Mid Managers/Professionals, CVEA, WCE, IAFF and POA 2. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION ATTORNEY REPORTS/MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 14 AND MAY 22, 2012. 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 549569 (c) One case. ADJOURNMENT At 4:00 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to a Regular Meeting of the City Council on June 12, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. i elow, Set i • Deputy City Clerk Page I -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 l~ -! MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA June 12, 2012 4:00 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:06 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Aguilar, Bensoussan, Castaneda (left at 7:02 p.m.), Ramirez (arrived at 4:07 p.m. and left at 7:02 p.m.), and Mayor Cox ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk Norris, and Senior Deputy City Clerk Bigelow PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Deputy Mayor Castaneda led the Pledge of Allegiance. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY • OATHS OF OFFICE: Kimberly Medeiros, Charter Review Commission City Clerk Norris administered the oath of office to Commissioner Medeiros, and Deputy Mayor Castaneda presented her with a certificate of appointment. CONSENT CALENDAR Items 4 and 5 were removed from the consent calendar for separate consideration due to potential conflicts of interest by members of the Council. ORDINANCE NO. 3230 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.52, "PAY TELEVISION," AND ADDING CHAPTER 5.53, "STATE VIDEO FRANCHISES" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND VIDEO COMPETITION ACT OF 2006 (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (Director of Economic Development). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-100 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY HOUSING CORPORATION FOR THE ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION OF ABANDONED OR FORECLOSED PROPERTIES USING ADDITIONAL Page 1 -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 /'. "` _ NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDS AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FUNDS AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AND ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS (Assistant City Manager/Director of Development Services) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution 3. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-101 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROP 42 FISCAL YEAR 2010/2011 AND FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 ASPHALT RUBBER CHIP SEAL (STL373 AND STL383)" PROJECT TO COPP CONTRACTING, INCORPORATED IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,189,885.60, WAIVING CITY COUNCIL POLICY 574-01 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCY FUNDS NOT TO EXCEED $178,482.20 (Director of Public Works). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution 4. Item removed from Consent Calendar. 5. Item removed from Consent Calendar. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-109 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FOR INCLUSION WITHIN THE CITY'S ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES, PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATION OF ANY PETITIONS THAT MIGHT BE SUBMITTED FOR DISESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHULA VISTA TOURISM AND MARKETING DISTRICT (City Attorney) (This item was continued from the June 5, 2012 meeting.). Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered Consent Calendar Items 1 through 3, and 6, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carved 5-0. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 4. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-102 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR OPEN SPACE DISTRICTS 1 THROUGH 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 23, 24, 26, 31 AND 33, EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ELMD #1), AND BAY BOULEVARD MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (Director of Public Works) Page 2 -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 ~, 'l B. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-103 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS, DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THESE ASSESSMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR OPEN SPACE DISTRICTS 1 THROUGH 7, 9, 10, I1, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 23, 24, 26, 31 AND 33, EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ELMD #1), AND BAY BOULEVARD MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (Director of Public Works) C. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-104 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR THE TOWN CENTRE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (Director of Public Works) D. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-105 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FOR THE TOWN CENTRE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN; DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ASSESSMENTS E. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-106 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 FOR THE OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8 (Director of Public Works) F. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-107 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FOR THE OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8, THE SPREAD OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN; DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT THE ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ASSESSMENTS (Director of Public Works) Deputy Mayor Castaneda stated he would be abstaining from voting on items 4C and 4D due to a potential property-related conflict of interest. Councilmember Aguilaz stated she would be abstaining from voting on items 4E and 4F due to a potential property-related conflict of interest. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolutions 2012-102 and 2012-103, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Deputy Mayor Castaneda left the room during discussion and voting on items 4D and 4F. City Attorney Googins stated revised versions of resolutions of 4D and 4F were modified to correct the hearing date and time originally stated. Prior to the meeting adjournment, City Attorney Googins stated that 4B would also be modified. Page 3 -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 -i ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolutions 2012-104 and 2012-105, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0- l,with Deputy Mayor Castaneda abstaining. Councilmember Aguilar left the room during discussion and voting on items 4E and 4F. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolutions 2012-106 and 2012-107, headings read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0- 1, with Councilmember Aguilaz abstaining. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-108 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ENTERING INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR A CITY-OWNED BUILDING AND APPURTENANCES LOCATED AT 430 F STREET AND PAYMENT OF COMMISSION ASSOCIATED THEREWITH Deputy Mayor Castaneda stated he would be abstaining from voting on item 5 due to a potential property-related conflict of interest. He left the room at 4:24 p.m. and returned at 5:03 p.m. at the conclusion of discussion and voting on the item. Kathryn Lembo, representing South Bay Community Services, explained anticipated use of the building and spoke in support of staffs recommendation on the item. The Council and Ms. Lembo agreed to revision of the lease agreement to allow for potential termination of the lease by the City Manager, or his designee, upon the advice of the Police Chief. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to adopt Resolution 2012-108, with the agreed upon revisions to the lease agreement, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0-1, with Deputy Mayor Castaneda abstaining. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. ACTION ITEMS 7. VERBAL REPORT REGARDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED BUDGET AND DIRECTION TO STAFF TO DEVELOP A CITY COUNCIL PROPOSED BUDGET (Director of Finance/Treasurer) Finance Director Kachadoorian presented the proposed changes to the City Manager's proposed budget, based on Council feedback. Councilmember Bensoussan spoke in opposition of significant funding for outside attorney's fees, as well as the consolidation of the Library and Recreation Departments. Page 4 -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 ', ~ ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to, in prepazation of the City Council-proposed budget, direct the City Manager to consolidate the Recreation and Library Services deparhnents, reflect the consolidation in the City Council-proposed budget, and reallocate savings to recreation and library programs. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion. Discussion continued on the item. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to call for the vote and end discussion. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 3-2, with Councilmember Bensoussan and Mayor Cox opposed. ACTION: The Council voted on Councilmember Ramirez's motion to, in preparation of the City Council-proposed budget, direct the City Manager to consolidate Recreation and Library Services departments, reflect the consolidation in the City Council- proposed budget, and reallocate savings to recreation and library programs, and it carried 3-2, with Councilmember Bensoussan and Mayor Cox opposed. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to, in preparation of the City Council-proposed budget, identify funds in the amount of $300,000 from the City Attorney's budget to be used for the office of legislative counsel when the Council deems a potential conflict of interest for the City Attorney. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 3-2, with Councilmember Bensoussan and Mayor Cox opposed. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to, in the prepazation of the City Council- proposed budget, allocate funding for two additional Police Officer positions, increasing the force from 216 to 218 officers. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 4-1, with Mayor Cox opposed. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to, in preparation of the City Council-proposed budget, allocate funds to the City Clerk's budget to add an additional $]60,000 for the possibility of two ballot measures, in addition to the ballot measure for redistricting and the required City Council seat elections. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 3-2, with Councilmember Bensoussan and Mayor Cox opposed. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to direct staff to draft a policy regarding positioning ballot items on the City Council agenda that addresses required fiscal analysis and involvement of the Charter Review Commission. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carried 3-2, with Deputy Mayor Castaneda and Councilmember Ramirez opposed. ACTION: Councilmember Aguilar moved to, in prepazation of the City Council-proposed budget, allocate the full, annual cost of utilities in the amount of $75,000 for the Nature Center. Deputy Mayor Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Deputy Mayor Castaneda and Councilmember Ramirez left the meeting at 7:02 p.m. Page 5 -Council Minutes June 12, 2012 City Attorney Googins advised the Council to identify and state budgetary reductions to offset the additional expenses proposed. Assistant City Manager Halbert stated reductions determined by staff would not affect entire programs but may affect service levels. He also stated to the extent staff was unable to identify budget reductions, they would recommend funds come from reserves. Councilmember Aguilaz moved to approve additional funding requested be included in the City Council-proposed budget and be funded by the reductions as described by Assistant City Manager Halbert, with personnel and non-personnel reductions first, and, in the absence of those, funds withdrawn from reserves. The motion died for lack of a second. OTHER BUSINESS 8. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS City Manager Sandoval responded to a concern of the Public Safety Committee regarding jail operation. He stated the operation of the jail results in a net positive to the budget and that the booking time is 5 minutes, versus the average of other cities of 45 to 60 minutes. City Manager Sandoval also reported a request for proposals would be distributed that would seek organizations interested in using the City's recreation facilities at times when programming does not take place. 9. Item 9 was heard following item 10-A. Item 10-A was taken out of order and discussed at this time. 10. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS A. Councilmember Aguilar: City Council discussion of Grand Jury Report regarding Chula Vista Tourism and Marketing District (TMD). Councilmember Aguilar requested to continue item l0A to a future meeting of the City Council John Lambeth, representing the Chamber of Commerce, and Stewart Payne, Chula Vista resident, expressed interest in speaking on the item when the Council considers it. Mayor Cox stated she would draft a letter of response to the Grand Jury for the Council's consideration. At the request of Councilmember Aguilar, there was consensus of a majority of the City Council to direct staff to make a presentation on the increased use of volunteers in the Senior Volunteer Patrol using the additional funds that were allocated during the fiscal year 2011-2012 budget. Page 6 -Council Minutes June 12, 20]2 9. MAYOR'S REPORTS At the request of Mayor Cox, there was consensus of a majority of the Council to support placement of a resolution on an upcoming agenda supporting South Bay Community Services' application for funding through the U.S. Department of Education's Promise Neighborhoods program. 10, COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS A. Item 10-A was taken out of order and discussed prior to item 9. B. Councilmember Bensoussan: Consideration of City endorsement of the annual Chula Vista "Hazbor Days" on the Bayfront, September 22nd and 23rd, 2012. ACTION: Councilmember Bensoussan moved to endorse the annual Chula Vista "Harbor Days" on the Bayfront, September 22 and 23, 2012. Mayor Cox seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0. It was the consensus of a majority of the City Council to place on the agenda at a future meeting consideration of endorsement of Chula Vista events: Christmas in October and the South Bayfront Powwow. City Attorney Googins stated Item 4B, Resolution No. 2012-103, would be revised to reflect the proper hearing date and time. The Council did not convene in closed session, and the following item was not heard. CLOSED SESSION 11. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 Property: 430 F Street, Chula Vista Agency Negotiators: Rick Ryals, Real Property Manager, Tracy Clarke, Voit Real Estate Services Negotiating Parties: The City of Chula Vista and South Bay Community Services Under Negotiations: Lease Price and Terms Page 7 - Coanci] Minutes I ~ _.~ Jane 12, 2012 ~- / ADJOURNMENT At 7:29 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular City Council Meeting on June 19, 2012, at G:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Kerry K. Bi ow, Senio • eputy City Clerk Page S -Council Minutes -r ~ ~ ,~ June 12, 2012 /~ ~ r