HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2002/11/05MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CiTY OF CHULA VISTA
November 5, 2002
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 the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue,
Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Padilla, Rindone, Salas, and Mayor Horton
(Mayor Horton arrived at 4:25 p.m.)
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
ALSO PRESENT:
City Manager Rowlands, Senior Assistant City Attorney Moore,
and City Clerk Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
INTRODUCTION BY DAN BE1NTEMA, NATURE CENTER DIRECTOR, OF THE
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, DAVID DIDONATO, NATURE CENTER
GARDENER
Nature Center Director Beintema introduced David Didonato, and Councilmember Davis
presented him with a proclamation.
OATHS OF OFFICE:
John Willet Safety Commission
Kimberly Appleget Child Care Commission
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath to Commissioners Willett and Appleget, and
Councilmember Davis presented them with certificates of appointment.
PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR HORTON TO BILL
JOHNSON, SUE ROOS, AND LEONARD MIRANDA PROCLAIMING
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2002 AS LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORDS AND
SUPPORT PERSONNEL DAY
Deputy Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Councilmember Davis presented it to the
abovementioned law enforcement records and support personnel.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
PRESENTATION BY PORT COMMISSIONER HALL OF A STATUS REPORT
REGARDING PORT DISTRICT ISSUES
Commissioner Hall updated the Council on following Port District issues and projects: fiscal
status; revenue invested in the Port tidelands; maritime operations; cruise ship operations; real
estate operations; the Hyatt expansion project; the Spinnaker Hotel project; plans for the old
police station site; the Campbell leasehold; south Embarcadero; the proposed public pier on
north Embarcadero; the museum entrance to the USS Midway; the airport and airport security;
airport taxicab permitting; and activities as Commissioner for 2002 and 2003.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 16)
Item #12 was continued to November 12, 2002, at the request of staff. Regarding Item #16,
Councilmember Rindone recommended that when the opportunity arises to expand the scope of
the project, the opportunities be diversified to include all schools.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of October 22, 2002.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
ORDINANCE NO. 2882, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDiNG SECTIONS 2.41.040, 2.41.050, AND 2.41.060 OF THE
CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE VOTING MEMBERSHIP
OF THE NATURE CENTER BOARD OF TRUSTEES (SECOND READING AND
ADOPTION)
The recent creation of the advisory board for the Nature Center set the voting
membership at nine members, based on the former membership of the Bayfront
Conservancy Trust. This amendment sets the voting membership at a minimum of five,
with a maximum of nine, in order to afford the Council greater flexibility in making
appointments and still meet quorum requirements for conducting commission business.
(Nature Center Director)
Staff recommendation: Council place the ordinance on second reading for adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 2883, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTERS 19.04 AND 19.48 OF THE CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)
The proposed Municipal Code amendments allow private, non-profit, recreational
facilities as a conditionally permitted use in the designated community purpose facilities
land use designation, amend the interim uses section to modify the criteria to allow
interim uses, and establish a new definition of"community purpose facilities." (Director
of Plarming and Building)
Staff recommendation: Council place the ordinance on second reading for adoption.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
ORDINANCE NO. 2884, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDING ORDINANCE 2582 TO ADD THE POGGI CANYON
BASIN SEWER INTERCEPTOR AS ONE OF THE FACILITIES FINANCED BY THE
TELEGRAPH CANYON SEWER PUMPED FLOWS DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE
AND TO CHANGE THE NAME TO PUMPED SEWER DEVELOPMENT IMPACT
FEE (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)
Adoption of the proposed ordinance approves the modification of the Telegraph Canyon
sewer pumped flows development impact fee fund to include the addition of the Poggi
Canyon Basin sewer intemeptor to the list of approved facilities in Ordinance No. 2582.
These modifications would allow the City to use either the Telegraph Canyon trunk
sewer or the Poggi Canyon Basin sewer interceptor to provide sewer service to
developments within the pumped flow basin until the completion of the Salt Creek
gravity sewer interceptor. They would also result in the decrease of the development
impact fee from $560 to $180 per equivalent dwelling unit. Furthermore, Council is also
being asked to change the name of the development impact fee from "Telegraph Canyon
Sewer Pumped Flows Development Impact Fee" to "Pumped Sewer Development Impact
Fee." (Director of Public Works)
Staffrecommendation: Council place the ordinance on second reading for adoption.
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ADDiNG TWO STORM WATER COMPLIANCE iNSPECTOR
POSITIONS, ONE SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER AND ONE NEW
MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II FOR THE STORM WATER PROGRAM (Director of
Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council continue this item to the Regular Meeting of November
12, 2002.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-424, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
THE CORRUGATED METAL PIPE (CMP) REHABILITATION ALONG FIFTH
AVENUE, BETWEEN WESTBY STREET AND THE TELEGRAPH CANYON
CHANNEL (PROJECT DR-137) TO NATIONAL LINER WEST, A DIVISION OF ZZ
LINER, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $109,725, AND TRANSFERRING $39,000
FROM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT NO. DR-152 TO
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT NO. DR-137
On September 4, 2000, the Director of Public Works received sealed bids for this project.
The project provides for the rehabilitation of existing corrugated metal pipe along Fifth
Avenue, between Westby Street and the Telegraph Canyon channel. (Director of Public
Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-425, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARD1NG CONTRACT FOR
SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY (PROJECT
JY-065I) AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF THE
CONTRACT TO EXPEND ALL AVAILABLE FUNDS FOR THIS PROJECT
On September 11, 2002, the Director of Public Works received sealed bids for this
project. The work consists of the removal and replacement of displaced curbs, gutters,
sidewalks, and driveways, along with all labor, material, equipment, and transportation
necessary for the project. (Director of Public Works)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-426, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE
INTERIM USE OF THE OTAY VALLEY TRUNK SEWER (OVTS) LINE, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
Currently, the sewage generated by the developments within the Salt Creek sewer basin is
being pumped into the Telegraph Canyon sewer basin (Telegraph Canyon mink sewer),
pending the completion of the Salt Creek gravity sewer interceptor by the summer of
2003. Recent flow metering and engineering studies have indicated that the Telegraph
Canyon trunk sewer may be reaching threshold capacity and may not be able to
accommodate additional pumped sewage flows prior to the completion of the Salt Creek
project. The City has negotiated with the City of San Diego to temporarily divert 2.75
million gallons per day of sewage into its Otay Valley tnmk sewer for a period of
approximately ten months, beginning November 1, 2002 and ending August 31, 2003.
(Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-427, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 LIBRARY
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING UNANTICIPATED DONATION
AND GRANT REVENUE 1N THE AMOUNT OF $2,550 FOR THE LITERACY
PROGRAiSd, AND UNANTICIPATED REVENUE OF $835 FOR THE STRETCH
PROGRAM
The Chula Vista Literacy Team recently received two donations of $2,250 and a grant of
$300 for the literacy program. In addition, a number of the STRETCH and DASH staff
completed a First Aid/CPR training class, paying $835 for the class. The appropriation is
requested to pay for additional literacy services and to offset the cost of the unfunded
First Aid/CPR class. (Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
10.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-428, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROViNG CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF CENTER
STREET, BETWEEN THIRD AVENUE AND DEL MAR AVENUE FROM 3:00 P.M.
TO 8:30 P.M. ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2002, AND WAIViNG BUSINESS
LICENSE FEES FOR THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND
VENDORS FOR THE PURPOSE OF HOLDING A CRAFT FAiR DURING THE
STARLIGHT YULE PARADE, WITH CONDITIONS
The Chula Vista Downtown Business Association (DBA) will host the 40th annual
Starlight Yule Parade on Third Avenue. This event is the community's primary holiday
celebration and is hosted immediately following the Mayor's annual holiday tree-lighting
ceremony. In conjunction with this year's parade, the DBA is planning a craft fair on
Center Street. In order to facilitate the fair, the City is being asked to authorize the street
closure. (Director o f Conununity Development)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
11.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-429, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A MASTER LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, INC., FOR THE iNSTALLATION AND OPERATION
OF UP TO 25 PCS OR SUBSTANTIALLY SIMILAR FACILITIES ON CITY-
OWNED PROPERTY SUBJECT TO ALL NECESSARY APPROVALS, FOR A
PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR LIP TO FIVE
ADDITIONAL FIVE-YEAR TERMS
Cingular Wireless PCS, Inc. is a mobile phone service provider that is expanding its
coverage in the Southbay region and is interested in locating facilities on City-owned
properties. The proposed resolution approves a Master License Agreement with Cingular
to allow Cingular to install and operate up to 25 wireless telephone facilities each in the
City for a period of five years, with an option to renew up to five additional five-year
terms. (Special Operations Manager)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
13 A.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-430, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA CERTIFYiNG THE QUALIFIED LIST OF DESIGN-BUILD
ENTITIES (FIRE STATIONS) PURSUANT TO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
2.57.030(A)(3)
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-431, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTiNG THE CITY MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION
OF THE QUALIFICATIONS OF THE DESIGN-BUILD IEAM, APPROVING A
DESIGN-BUILD AGREEMENT WITH ERICKSON-HALL CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY FOR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES REQUIRED TO DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCT A 2,300 SQUARE-FOOT ADDITION TO THE EXISTING FIRE
STATION NO. FOUR, APPROPRIATiNG FROM THE GENERAL FUND AND
FROM THE PUBLIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE FUND TO
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR FIRE STATION NO. FOUR, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
During the Fiscal Year 2002/2003 Capital Improvement Program budget process, staff
informed Council that it was developing a plan for the design and construction of a 2,300
square-foot addition to the existing Fire Station No. Four that serves as the fire training
facility. The station is located at the northeast comer of East H Street and Paseo
Ranchero in Rancho Del Rey. The project is ready to begin the design phase. The first
resolution certifies the list of design-build entities qualified to provide fire station-
specific services to the City. The second resolution awards to Erickson-Hall
Construction a design-build agreement for this project and appropriates funds for the
design phase. (Director of Building and Park Construction)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
14.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-432, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE CITY MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION
OF THE QUALIFICATIONS OF THE DESIGN-BUILD TEAM, APPROVING A
DESIGN-BUILD AGREEMENT WITH ERICKSON-HALL CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY FOR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES REQUIRED TO DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCT A 4,000 SQUARE-FOOT SINGLE-BAY OUTFIT AND STORAGE
BUILDING AT FIRE STATION NO. TWO, APPROPRIATING FROM THE
GENERAL FUND AND FROM THE PUBLIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEE FUND TO THE NEWLY-CREATED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT FOR FIRE STATION NO. TWO, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
During the Fiscal Year 2002/2003 Capital Improvement Program budget process, staff
informed Council that it was developing plans for the design and construction of a 4,000
square-foot single-bay outfit and storage building at Fire Station No. Two in the Hilltop
area. The project is ready to begin the design phase. The resolution awards to Erickson-
Hall Construction a design-build agreement for this project and appropriates funds to
undertake the project. (Director of Building and Park Construction)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
15.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-433, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 RECREATION
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $28,453 FROM THE AVAILABLE
FUND BALANCE OF THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN
UPGRADED CLASS, ACTIVITY, AND FACILITY REGISTRATION SYSTEM FOR
USE BY THE RECREATION AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENTS
The Recreation Department and Public Works Department are currently utilizing a
computerized class, activity, and facility registration program that has been in use for
more than ten years. An appropriation of funds is requested in order to upgrade the
software to a faster and more efficient system that will enhance customer service, allow
participants to register for classes and activities online, and reduce staff time due to
increased efficiency. (Director of Recreation, Director of Public Works, Director of
Management and Information Services)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
16.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-434, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING ONE INTEL ANALYST AND AMENDING
THE FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 BUDGET FOR SALARY, BENEFITS AND
RELATED EXPENSES, AND APPROPRIATING UNANTICIPATED REVENUE
FROM THE CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
In March 2002, the Police Department and the Chula Vista Elementary School District
applied for funding for a School Community Partnership Program to address bullying in
three elementary schools. In June of 2002, the Police Department and school district
were notified by the California Department of Education that the application was
approved. The grant award is in the amount of $325,000, of which $122,036 will pay for
a Project Coordinator/School Crime Analyst to oversee the implementation of the
bullying program and $7,700 will pay for expenses incurred for supplies required to
implement the project. (Chief of Police)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone moved to approve staff's recommendations and offered
Consent Calendar Items #1 through #11 and #13 through #16, headings read, texts
waived. The motion carried 5-0.
12.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH OTAY PROJECT, LP FOR
THE REAL PROPERTY NEEDED FOR FIRE STATION NO. SEVEN, LOCATED AT
THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LA MEDIA ROAD AND STREET A IN VILLAGE
TWO OF OTAY RANCH 1N EASTERN CHULA VISTA, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (CONTINUED FROM THE MEETING
OF OCTOBER 22, 2002)
The City Council previously approved Capital Improvement Program project no. PS-150
which involves the construction of a completed and fully functional 12,000 square-foot
four-bay fire station, including the facilities and site-work required to provide fire service
to the eastern territories of the City. The design phase of the project has already
commenced. The resolution authorizes the purchase of the real property for Fire Station
No. Seven. (Director of Building and Park Construction)
ACTION:
It was the consensus of the Council to continue this item to November 12, 2002,
at the request of staff.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Sharon Floyd objected to the removal of the eucalyptus and pine trees from Friendship Park and
to their replacement with palm trees. She stated that the new police station should have been
designed to match the existing ambience and expressed the need to preserve historical Chula
Vista. She believed that the proposed plan was over-blown and grandiose. Mayor Horton
referred the matter to staff.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Continued)
James Quirm requested a hearing on a citation issued to him by a City inspector regarding a
mobilehome accessory structure. Assistant Director of Planning and Building Remp responded
that the structure in question is of combustible materials, and state law prohibits it from being
placed on the lot line.
Steve Molski commended City staff and Council for assistance he has received over the past 25
years. He expressed the need for a statewide rent control plan similar to Chula Vista's and also
conveyed his concern regarding ethics issues on a statewide basis.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
17.
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF LOCAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
The Police Department recently received notice of a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant
award in the amount of $212,310 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. These funds
were allocated to the Police Department based on a three-year average of Part I Violent
Crimes. Part I Violent Crimes are murder and non-negligent manslaughters, forcible
rape, robbery, and aggravated assaults as reported by the FBI. Acceptance and
appropriation of these funds requires a public hearing per stipulations of the Local Law
Enforcement Block Grant. (Chief of Police)
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.
Mayor Horton opened the public heating. With no members of the public wishing to speak, she
then closed the hearing.
Councilmember Rindone questioned the viability of the palm print program. Police Chief
Emerson responded that the program is viable and that the database will begin locally, with links
to other agencies, and ultimately develop into a statewide process.
ACTION:
Councilmember Davis offered Resolution No. 2002-435, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-435, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $212,310 FROM THE 2002
LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT AND AMENDING THE
FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 POLICE BUDGET, APPROPRIATING $49,580
FOR POLICE TECHNOLOGY, $33,968 FOR CRIME LAB EQUIPMENT,
$36,300 FOR OFFICER SAFETY EQUIPMENT, $50,000 TO SUPPORT THE
SCHOOL COMMUNITY POLICING PARTNERSHIP, $42,462 TO SUPPORT
THE SOUTH BAY DRUG COURT, AND AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF
POLICE TO UTILIZE (REPROGRAM) SAVINGS RESULTING FROM THE
COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENT PROCESS FOR ADDITIONAL
UNSPECIFIED OFFICER SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
The motion carded 5-0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
18.
CONSIDERATION OF THE FORMATION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 08M (VILLAGE SIX MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH AND OTAY
RANCH COMPANY -- CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 22, 2002)
Adoption of the following resolutions and ordinance concludes the formal proceedings to
establish Community Facilities District No. 08M. This district will fund the perpetual
operation and maintenance of slopes, medians and parkways and storm water treatment
facilities associated with Village Six McMillin Otay Ranch and Otay Ranch Company.
The City has retained the services of MuniFinancial as special tax consultant and Best
Best and Krieger LLP as legal counsel to provide assistance during the proceedings.
(Director of Public Works)
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.
Mayor Horton opened the public hearing. There were no members of the public wishing to
speak. Mayor Horton then closed the hearing.
ACTION:
Councilmember Davis offered Resolution No. 2002-436, heading read texts
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-436, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FORMING AND ESTABLISHING
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 08M (VILLAGE SIX
MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH AND OTAY RANCH COMPANY) AND
AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS
The motion carried 5-0.
City Clerk Bigelow reported that an election was conducted with the affected property owners;
the ballots were tabulated, and all ballots were in favor of the project.
ACTION:
Councilmember Davis offered Resolution No. 2002-437 for adoption and
Ordinance No. 2886 for first reading, headings read, texts waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-437, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 08M
(VILLAGE SIX MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH AND OTAY RANCH
COMPANY) DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN
SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
ORDINANCE NO. 2885, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 08M
(VILLAGE SIX MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH AND OTAY RANCH
COMPANY) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN
EACH IMPROVEMENT AREA OF SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT
The motion carried 5-0.
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OTHER BUSINESS
19. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands asked that Council conduct a workshop at the request of the proponent
of the mid-bayfront project and the Environmental Coalition on Saturday, December 7, 2002,
from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Laura Hunter, representing the environmental community, spoke in support of the proposed
meeting date.
City Manager Rowlands introduced Special Operations Manager Meacham, who reported on the
City's receipt of an orchid award for excellence in the category of environmental solutions for
the South Bay regional household hazardous waste facility.
20. MAYOR'S REPORTS
Ratification of appointments to the Nature Center Board of Trustees:
Susan Fuller (Representative of Nature Center Volunteers)
Cheryl Cox (Chula Vista At-Large Member)
Herbert Young (Representative of Environmental Community)
Margery Stinson (Representative of Educational Community)
ACTION:
Mayor Horton moved to ratify the above appointments. Councilmember Davis
seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
B. Ratification of appointment to the Cultural Arts Commission: Diannah Smith
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Diannah Smith.
Councilmember Rindone seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
21. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Jerry Rindone: Consideration of two options: Option 1 -meet in Closed Session
tonight to discuss procedures for evaluations of City Attorney, City Clerk, and
City Manager, pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957, and then
meet in Closed Session Monday, November 11, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. for evaluations
of City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Manager. Option 2 - meet in Closed
Session Monday, November 11, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. to discuss procedures for
evaluations of City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Manager, and then meet in
Closed Session Tuesday, November 12, 2002 for evaluations of City Attorney,
City Clerk, and City Manager.
It was the consensus of Council to discuss the process on November 11th at 4:00 p.m. and begin
the evaluations at 5:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:15 p.m., Mayor Horton adjourned the meeting to a Regular Meeting of November 12, 2002,
at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Susan Bigelow, CMC, City Clerk
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