HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2002/06/18 M1NUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
June 18, 2002 6:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:03
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue,
Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Padilla, Rindone, Salas, and Mayor Horton
(Councilmember Padilla arrived at 6:06 p.m.)
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Kaheny, and City Clerk
Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
· PRESENTATION BY MAYOR HORTON OF AN AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE 1N
OPERATIONAL BUDGETING FOR THE CITY'S FISCAL YEAR 2001-2003
BUDGET, FROM THE CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE
OFFICERS TO ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER POWELL
Mayor Horton read the dedication on the plaque, and Councilmember Salas presented the plaque
to Assistant City Manager Bob Powell and Director of Budget & Analysis Cheryl Fruchter.
· PRESENTATION BY JEFF WOLK1NG, VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING FOR
METALLIC POWER, REGARDiNG THE RECENT ZERO-EMISSION
PASSENGER-VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION DR1VE FROM CHULA VISTA TO
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Environmental Resource Manager Willie Gaters introduced Jeff Wolking, Vice President of
Marketing for Metallic Power, who presented the zero-emission vehicle demonstration and
electric vehicle technical highlights. McKinley Addy, representing the California Energy
Commission, updated the Council on the following three projects that have been implemented as
a result of partnerships between the Commission and the City of Chula Vista: 1) sponsoring of
incentives for alternative fuel vehicles for use within the City; 2) development and demonstration
of the metal air fuel cell; and 3) development and demonstration of a hydrogen fuel cell bus and
fueling infrastructure. He stated that the City has the opportunity to become a focal point for use
of fuel cell technology in the region, and he encouraged the Council to continue its leadership in
environmental and technological advancement.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
· iNTRODUCTION BY MARY MAY, DIRECTOR FOR THE MISS CHULA VISTA
PAGEANT, OF MELODY GONZALES, MISS CHULA VISTA, AND ADRIAN
CAMPBELL, FIRST PRiNCESS AND MISS CONGENIALITY
Mary May, Director of the Miss Chula Vista pageant, introduced Melody Gonzales, the new
Miss Chula Vista, and Adrian Campbell, First Princess and Miss Congeniality. Joe Morro,
Director of the Fairest of the Fair and Miss San Diego County programs, presented a
proclamation to Mayor Horton in appreciation for her support of the program.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 16)
1. APPROVAL OF M1NUTES of May 30, June 4, June 6, and June 10, 2002.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-204, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDiNG THE FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 BUDGET iN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET TRANSFER POLICY AND APPROViNG
ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS 1N VARIOUS FUNDS
The Council policy on financial reporting and transfer authority requires that all
departments complete the fiscal year with a positive balance in each budget smnmary
(Employee Services, Supplies and Services and Capital Outlay). Adoption of the
resolution approves certain transfers and appropriations, maintaining compliance with the
intent of the Council policy. (Assistant City Manager Powell)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-205, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF
DRAiNAGE, GENERAL UTILITY, AND SEWER EASEMENTS WITHiN
EASTLAKE III VISTAS PHASE TWO
The City received a request to vacate a drainage easement, a general utility easement, and
a sewer easement, all which appear on the EastLake III Vistas Phase Two map.
According to the California Streets and Highways Code, the vacation of these easements
may be performed summarily through adoption of a resolution ordering said summary
vacation. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-206, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA DIRECTING REVIEW OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Adoption of the resolution directs the City Attomey and the City Clerk to review the
City's Conflict of Interest Code on behalf of all staff and designated boards and
commissions to determine whether or not amendments are needed, and to submit a notice
to the Council prior to October 1, 2002, indicating either that amendments are required or
that no amendments are necessary. (City Attorney, City Clerk)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-207, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING PROCESS,
ACCEPTING INFORMAL BIDS, AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE MAIN
STREET MEDIAN STREET LIGHTING, FROM NIRVANA AVENUE TO
HERITAGE ROAD (PROJECT LD-107), TO PERRY ELECTRIC, IN THE AMOUNT
OF $47,100
On May 8, 2002, the Traffic Engineering Section received informal bids from five
electrical contractors for this project. Perry Electric submitted the low informal bid of
$47,100. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-208, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF "D" STREET, BETWEEN
THIRD AVENUE AND LANDIS AVENUE (PROJECT STL-270), TO PORTILLO
CONCRETE INC.
On May 8, 2002, the Director of Public Works received sealed bids for this project.
Adoption of the resolution awards the contract to Portillo Concrete Inc. (Director of
Public Works)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-209, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NOS. 2 AND 3 FOR
PHASE I OF THE SALT CREEK GRAVITY SEWER INTERCEPTOR (PROJECT
SW-219), AND THE MAIN STREET PAVEMENT RECONSTRUCTION, BETWEEN
BROADWAY AND INTERSTATE 805 (PROJECT STM-332), AND AUTHORIZING
THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXECUTE SAID CHANGE ORDERS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Adoption of the resolution approves Change Orders 2 and 3 for Phase I of the Salt Creek
gravity sewer interceptor project. Change Order 2, in the amount of $70,768, is needed
to increase the depth of the sewer between Otay Valley Road and Interstate 805. Change
Order 3, in the amount of $76,036, is needed to replace an existing shallow and
deteriorated corrugated metal pipe on Main Street that is no longer able to support traffic
loads. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-210, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS IN OPEN SPACE DISTRICT NO. 23
(OTAY RIO BUSINESS PARK) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003, AND TO AMEND
THE AREAS TO BE MAINTAINED; APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY
ENGINEER'S REPORT; SETTING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING, AND ORDERING THE INITIATION OF ASSESSMENT BALLOT
PROCEDURES
Open Space District No. 23 was originally established on September 15, 1992 to maintain
three open space lots and medians along the east side of the Otay Rio Business Park
development. The current property owners wish to add a 2,800-foot median on Main
Street, which is currently being maintained by contract, to the improvements being
maintained by the district. Adoption of the resolution initiates the proceedings for
amending the district to include the additional open space in accordance with the
provisions of Article XIIID of the California State Constitution. (Director of Public
Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-211, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUND1NG FROM THE
UNALLOCATED BALANCE OF THE TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEE FUND, FOR COMPLETION OF OLYMPIC PARKWAY STREET
IMPROVEMENTS FROM OLEANDER AVENUE TO BRANDYWINE AVENUE
(PROJECT STM-344), AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
TO EXECUTE A CHANGE ORDER FOR LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS ON
THE CITY-OWNED PARCEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF BRANDYWINE
AVENUE AND OLYMPIC PARKWAY, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING
$100,000
In order to complete the subject project, additional funds in the amount of $350,000 are
needed for landscaping and irrigation improvements, completion of right-of-way
acquisition, traffic signal modifications at Oleander Avenue and Olympic Parkway, and
consultant and staff services. Adoption of the resolution also authorizes the Director of
Public Works to execute a change order up to $100,000 with West Coast General
Corporation for landscaping and irrigation improvements. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-212, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT
FOR CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES TO CANNON PACIFIC
SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2002 TO JUNE 30, 2007, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
On December 11, 2001, the City Council approved a second amendment to the agreement
with Cannon Pacific Services to provide Citywide street sweeping services on a month-
to-month basis ending June 30, 2002. The City advertised for bids for a new five-year
agreement, with two two-year option periods. Two bids were received on November 27,
2001, and Cannon Pacific Services was the lowest responsible bidder. (Director of
Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
11 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-213, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAiVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS
AS IMPRACTICAL AND APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH STANTEC CONSULTING, INC., FOR AN ADDITIONAL
$184,480, FOR CONTINUED UPGRADE AND EXPANSION OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS OPERATIONS' WORK MANAGEMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-214, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS
AS IMPRACTICAL AND APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH CCG SYSTEMS, INC., FOR AN ADDITIONAL $40,800, FOR
CONTINUED UPGRADE AND EXPANSION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS
OPERATIONS' FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The Operations Division of the Public Works Department proposes to implement Phase 3
of the Public Works information systems modernization/expansion capital improvement
program project. The growth of the City requires that technology be upgraded and
expanded to provide for better management and planning of the City's infrastructure.
(Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-215, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BEIWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE
CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING JOINT
OPERATION OF THE DASH (DYNAMIC AFTER SCHOOL HOURS) AFTER
SCHOOL RECREATIONAL PROGRAM, AND THE STRETCH (SAFE TIME FOR
RECREATION, ENRICHMENT AND TUTORING FOR CHILDREN) EXTENDED
SCHOOL DAY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM; AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
The current Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Chula Vista
Elementary School District, in effect until June 30, 2002, authorizes the operation of two
after school programs at elementary school sites. The STRETCH Program, with its
emphasis on literacy and arts enrichment, is offered at eight district schools; and the
DASH Program, a structured sports and recreation program, is offered at 18 district
schools. (Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
13. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-216, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE RECREATION DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE PERMITS TO AGENCIES PROVIDING SERVICES AND UTILIZiNG
OFFICE SPACE AT NORMAN PARK SENIOR CENTER
Since the renovation of Norman Park Center in 1993, the City has issued and renewed
multi-year permits to several social service agencies, allowing them to utilize office space
at the Norman Park Center. These agencies provide valuable community services, many
of which target the senior population. The City does not charge rent for this use but does
require each agency to reimburse the City for a prorated share of the utility costs. Three-
year permit renewals have been prepared and signed by each agency. (Director of
Recreation)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-217, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROViNG AN AFFORDABLE HOUSiNG
AGREEMENT RELATED TO OTAY RANCH VILLAGE SIX, BETWEEN THE CITY
AND MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH, LLC, AND AUTHORIZiNG THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
On January 22, 2002, the City approved the Otay Ranch Village Six Sectional Planning
Area (SPA) Plan. Condition 134 of the SPA conditions of approval requires that the
developer enter into an affordable housing agreement with the City prior to recordation of
its first final map for purposes of further implementing its affordable housing obligation
for the project. (Director of Community Development)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-218, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROViNG THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND MARION B. BORG,
AND AUTHORIZiNG THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID ANIENDMENT
Adoption of the resolution approves the first amendment to this contract for
environmental consultant services related to mitigation monitoring and reporting,
preparation of environmental documents, and the coordination and oversight of the
preparation of environmental documents for eastern Chula Vista master planned
cormnunity projects. (Director o f Planning and Building)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-219, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING SUBMITTAL OF A REGIONAL USED OIL
BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE
MANAGEMENT BOARD
This block grant would provide up to $132,679 in additional funds for each of the next
three fiscal years to allow the City to continue the primary components of the existing
used oil public education and recycling programs. (Special Operations Manager)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to approve staff recommendations and offered the Consent
Calendar, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were none.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
17. CONSIDERATION OF ASSESSMENT OF CERTAIN DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE
SERVICE CHARGES AS LIENS UPON THE RESPECTIVE PARCELS OF LAND,
AND PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT CHARGES ON THE NEXT REGULAR TAX
BILL FOR COLLECTION
Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 8.24.180 allows delinquent solid waste service
charges to be assessed as liens upon the affected properties and ultimately placed on the
property tax bills for collection. (Assistant City Manager Powell)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the heating was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Assistant City Manager Powell stated that only 61 delinquent accounts exist and are valued at
less than $7,000, an indication that the program is working well.
Mayor Horton opened the public heating. With no members of the public wishing to speak, she
then closed the hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2002-220, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-220, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ASSESSING DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE
SERVICE CHARGES AS LIENS UPON THE RESPECTiVE PARCELS OF
LAND AND APPROVING PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT CHARGES ON
THE NEXT REGULAR TAX BILL
The motion carried 5-0.
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OTHER BUSINESS
18. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands distributed an agenda for the Council's tour of the City with the Port
Commission scheduled for Thursday, June 20, 2002. The meeting will commence with lunch at
11:30 a.m. in the Council conference room, followed by the bus tour at noon.
19. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment to the Veterans Advisory Commission - Bobby Price.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Bobby Price to the Veterans
Advisory Commission. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it
carried 5-0.
20. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Rindone invited the Council and the public to attend the "Great Race" classic
car race on Friday, June 21, 2002, in downtown Chula Vista.
At 6:46 p.m., Mayor Horton recessed the Council Meeting and convened the Redevelopment
Agency Meeting.
At 6:58 p.m., Mayor Horton reconvened the Council Meeting, with all Councilmembers present,
for a bus tour, followed by Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
21. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C)
One Case
No action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:50 p.m., Mayor Horton adjourned the meeting to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on June
25, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, and thence to the Regular Meeting of
July 9, 2002, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Susan Bigelow, CMC/AAE, City Clerk
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