HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2003/01/21 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETiNG OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
January 21, 2003 5:00 P.M.
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to
order at 5:09 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth
Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, McCann, Rindone, Salas, and Mayor Padilla
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attomey Kaheny, and City Clerk
Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
· OATH OF OFFICE: Dr. Floyd L. Wergeland, Jr. Nature Center Board of Trustees
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath to Dr. Wergeland, and Deputy Mayor Rindone
presented him with a certificate of appointment.
· RECOGNITION BY COUNCILMEMBER SALAS OF THE CHULA VISTA AZTECS
FOOTBALL TEAM - PEE-WEE DIVISION, FOR BECOMiNG THE PACIFIC
REGION CHAMPIONS THE TEAM WILL BE iNTRODUCED BY THEIR COACH,
MARK STRICKLAND
This item was continued to a future date.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 9)
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of January 14, 2003.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 2893, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND ACI SUNBOW, LLC FOR INDUSTRIAL PARK
LAND WITHIN THE SUNBOW DEVELOPMENT (SECOND READING &
ADOPTION)
Adoption of the ordinance approves a development agreement for the 64.7-acre Sunbow
industrial park, located south of Olympic Parkway, in order to allow the developers to
vest their entitlements. (Director of Plarming and Building)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) -
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-019, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
PAVEMENT RENOVATION PROJECTS ON VARIOUS CITY PARK PARKING
LOTS AND WALKWAYS (PROJECTS PR-235 AND PR-236) AND
UNAPPROPRIAT1NG $50,000 IN GAS TAX FUNDS FROM THE PROJECT
On December 11, 2002, sealed bids for the projects were received. The work consists of
pavement rehabilitation using either asphalt concrete or rubberized emulsion aggregate
slurry seal on various City park parking lots and walkways. Adoption of the resolution
awards the contract to J.D. Paving, Inc. in the amount of $199,571.68 and unappropriates
$50,000 in gas tax funds from the project account. (Director of Engineering)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-020, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA DECLARING THE CITY'S INTENTION TO
UNDERGROUND OVERHEAD UTILITIES ALONG J STREET FROM BROADWAY
TO HILLTOP DRIVE AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE FORMATION
OF UTILITY UNDERGROUND DISTRICT NUMBER 137 FOR FEBRUARY 18,
2003, AT 6:00 P.M.
On November 12, 1991, the Council adopted Resolution No. 16415, accepting a report on
the City's utility undergrounding conversion program and approving a revised list of
utility underground conversion projects. On November 15, 2002, the Underground
Utility Advisory Committee met at the site to determine the proposed boundary of an
underground utility district for the conversion of existing overhead utilities. The
district's limits extend along J Street from Broadway to Hilltop Drive. (Director of
Engineering)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-021, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA GRANTING A WATER UTILITY EASEMENT TO THE
OTAY WATER DISTRICT ACROSS CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED
NORTH OF OTAY LAKES ROAD AND EAST OF SAINT CLAIRE DRIVE AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE EASEMENT
On September 5, 2002, the Otay Water District submitted a request for a permanent
easement over City-owned property for the construction and maintenance of a pressure-
reducing vault to reduce the pressure of recycled water coming from the Otay Water
District storage ponds. The easement is for the installation, operation, maintenance,
replacement and repair of the pressure reducing station and associated facilities, together
with the right of ingress and egress thereto over said easement. (Director of Engineering)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-022, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 BUDGET BY
APPROPRIATING UNANTICIPATED EVEN START GRANT AUGMENTATION
FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $53,299 TO THE LiBRARY DEPARTMENT
BUDGET FOR EXPENDITURES ASSOCIATED WITH THE CHULA VISTA
LITERACY TEAM'S EVEN START FAMILY LITERACY
The California Department of Education has advised that the Library's fourth-year Even
Start grant in the amount of $166,667 has been augmented by $53,299. The funds,
therefore, must be appropriated. (Deputy City Manager)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-023, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE CREATION OF A COMMUNITY
RELATIONS MANAGER CLASSIFICATION IN THE UNCLASSIFIED SERVICE,
SENIOR MANAGEMENT GROUP, AND AMENDING THE LiBRARY'S FISCAL
YEAR 2003 BUDGET BY ADDING A COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER
POSITION AND DELETING AN ADMINISTRATiVE SERVICES MANAGER
POSITION (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
The promotion of the Library's Administrative Services Manager to Assistant Recreation
Director presents an opportunity to redesign the vacant position into a new Community
Relations Manager classification to coordinate marketing and public relations for the
Library, Recreation, Nature Center and Cultural Arts. (Deputy City Manager)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-024, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW CIP FOR THE
PREPARATION OF STRUCTURAL AND ARCHITECTURAL FEASIBILITY
EVALUATIONS REGARDING THE RENOVATION OF ROHR MANOR AND
TRANSFERRING $26,795 FROM THE EXISTING NORMAN PARK RESTROOM
CIP TO THE NEWLY CREATED CIP FOR THE ROHR MANOR ARCHITECTURAL
The condition of Rohr Manor, located in Rohr Park, has deteriorated in recent years. The
building is quite old, and its physical condition needs to be addressed. Given its age and
state of disrepair, it is prudent for the City to perform an architectural review of the
building, including an analysis of the building's current condition, before making any
decisions regarding its future. (Director of Building and Parks Construction)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-025, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CASTLE
PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE PROVISION OF EXTENDED AFTER-SCHOOL
PROGRAM HOURS, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 RECREATION
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATiNG $3,787 1N UNANTICIPATED
REVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAiD
AGREEMENT
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) -
Castle Park Middle School was awarded a state grant for the provision of additional after-
school programming hours. The school has asked the Recreation Departmem to provide
these services for $3,787 via a memorandum of understanding. These hours are in
addition to the existing after-school hours provided by the department to the school.
(Director of Recreation)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to approve staff's recommendations and offered the
Consent Calendar, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0, except
on Item #8, which carried 4-1, with Deputy Mayor Rindone voting no.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Sandy Duncan, representing the Chula Vista Citizens Focus Group, requested that the City
maintain open communications between the developer, Pacifica, and the various interest groups
regarding development of the mid-bayfront property. She opposed residential development on
the property due to inadequate schools and freeways in the area and asked the Council to
consider funding an independent public opinion poll regarding the development.
Bob Strahl spoke regarding broken lighting at the South Bay Banquet Center, which he believed
was a safety hazard for members of the community who utilize the facility after dark. He
explained that over the past 10 months, he has attempted to work with City staff to fix the
problem; since the light poles in the parking lot are already in place, he believed the City would
simply have to purchase and install the fixtures. Mr. Strahl requested that the issue be addressed.
Mayor Padilla referred the matter to City staff for review and asked that staff also contact Mr.
Strahl.
Norma Cassaras, president of the South Bay Forum, congratulated Mayor Padilla and
Councilmember McCann on their recent election, and also congratulated Councilmember Davis
on her re-election. She spoke regarding South Bay Forum's commitment to work together with
the City and community groups on various citywide matters. She also believed that the recent
low voter turnout was the result of negative campaign advertising, and she recommended that the
Council ask the Board of Ethics to develop an election code of ethics for all Chula Vista
candidates to follow.
Steve Molski expressed concern regarding certain traffic lights that are not functioning properly,
particularly the left-turn arrows. He referenced the following problem locations: westbound on F
Street; southbound on Broadway at I Street; northbound on Broadway at G Street; and Broadway
and L Street going eastbound. He requested that the lights be re-timed to allow adequate time for
vehicles to pass through safely.
Virgil Pina stated that the Council will soon receive a questionnaire regarding City hiring
practices. He recommended that the City advertise job announcements in minority publications
to attract a larger pool of candidates for upper management positions in the City, stating that he
believed the City did not solicit applications from minorities for the recently open positions of
Recreation Director, Fire Chief, and City Attorney. He expressed the need to embrace diversity
more openly. City Manager Rowlands responded by citing national recruitment efforts for two
of the positions, and the hiring of several women and minorities to high-level positions. Mayor
Padilla commented that the new City Attorney is of minority descent and was bom and raised in
Chula Vista.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Continued)
Don Lake complained about his removal from the Council meeting by police last week. He also
complained about the police placing him in an allegedly health-endangering situation on
December 22, 2002, at the Chula Vista Veterans Home and requested a formal letter of apology
from the Mayor for that action. He stated that when the City quits disobeying the law by
denying him his state and federal constitutional rights, he will then quit complaining.
ACTION ITEMS
10. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF A REPORT REGARDiNG THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW POLICE FACILITY
On November 20, 2001, the Council approved an agreement with Highland Partnership
for services required to design and construct the new police facility and related
improvements. Demolition of the existing buildings located on the police facility site
began in January 2002. Staff, the City consultant, and Highland Partnership will present
a status report on the construction and fiscal progress to date. (Director of Building and
Park Construction)
Deputy Mayor Rindone announced that he would abstain from discussion on this item due to a
possible conflict of interest because of the proximity of his residence to the project site. At 5:35
p.m., he left the Chambers.
Ian Gill, representing Highland Partnership, reported on the progress of the construction of the
new police facility. He then presented Mayor Padilla with a rendering of the Police Department
design concept.
Kip Howard, representing Allegis Development, reported that the design-build process for the
police facility is running smoothly and is on schedule.
ACTION: Councilmember Davis moved to accept the report. Councilmember McCann
seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0-1, with Deputy Mayor Rindone abstaining
due to a possible conflict of interest because of the proximity of his residence to
the project site.
At 5:49 p.m., Deputy Mayor Rindone returned to the dais.
11. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING B1DS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
THE SKATE PARK AT GREG ROGERS PARK TO K.S. STRATTON
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA, 1N THE AMOUNT OF $1,399,000
(PROJECT NO. PR-239)
On December 12, 2002, sealed bids were received for this project. The scope of work
includes the demolition of the existing site behind the Boys and Girls Club, and the skate
park will consist of various skateboard features such as bowls, ramps, stairs, pyramids,
roll-over rails and other obstacles. Within the site, there will be an office, restroom,
benches, and two sets of three-stack bleachers with shade structures. The facility will
also have a security system with a security fence around its perimeter. (Director of
Building and Park Construction)
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued) -
Mayor Padilla suggested that the park perhaps be named in honor of former Councilmember
Leonard Moore in acknowledgement of his tireless efforts in support of the youth in the
community.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann offered Resolution No. 2003-026, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-026, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING
CONTRACT FOR THE SKATE PARK AT GREG ROGERS PARK (PROJECT
NO. PR-239) TO K.S. STRATTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF
CALIFORNIA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,399,000, AND APPROPRIATING
$212,500 OF PREVIOUSLY APPROPRIATED CDBG FUNDS FROM THE
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CHULA VISTA TO THE
The motion carded 5-0.
12. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS 1) APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT OF THE GREG ROGERS PARK LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY AND
THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CHULA VISTA AND 2) APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR _.
THE LEASE AND OPERATION OF A SKATE PARK AT GREG ROGERS PARK
The need for a safe and secure skate venue in the City has been recognized for a number
of years. The 1992 City-wide Youth Summit and public meetings for the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan disclosed community sentiment for a skate facility. As part of
Council's direction to move forward in providing a skate facility, the Recreation
Department entered into negotiations with Boys and Girls Club of Chula Vista for
operation of the Skate Park at Greg Rogers Park. (Director of Recreation)
John Clingan, President and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club, and volunteer Emerland Randolph
presented skateboard souvenirs to the Councilmembers. Mr. Clingan then thanked the Council
for having the vision to provide a recreation venue for the community. He also thanked City
staff for their support and many hours of effort. He commented on the proposed programs and
their positive benefits to the youth.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann offered Resolution Nos. 2003-027 and 2003-028,
headings read, texts waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-027, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
SEPTEMBER 5, 1978 LEASE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY IN GREG ROGERS
PARK BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE BOYS AND
GIRLS CLUB OF CHULA VISTA
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-028, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CHULA
VISTA FOR THE LEASE AND OPERATION OF A SKATE PARK AT GREG
ROGERS PARK
The motion carried 5-0.
13. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE MASTER PLAN FOR THE PROPOSED
PUBLIC COMMUNITY PARK IN ROLLING HILLS RANCH "MONTEVALLE
PARK"
Adoption o£ the resolution approves a master plan for the development of the public
community park in Rolling Hills Ranch, which includes a 21,000 square-foot recreation
center and also approves the name of the park. (Director of Building and Park
Construction)
Landscape Architect Krizan presented the proposed community park master plan.
Andrew Spurlock, representing Poirier Landscape Architects, and Matt Wells, representing
Hanna, Gabriel, Wells Architects, presented the proposed park design.
ACTION: Mayor Padilla offered Resolution No. 2003-029, heading read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-029, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN FOR THE
PROPOSED PUBLIC COMMUNITY PARK IN ROLLING HILLS RANCH
"MONTEVALLE PARK"
The motion carried 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
14. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands introduced Liz Purcell, the City's new Public Information Officer.
Intergovernmental Affairs Coordinator Kelly discussed the impacts o£ City program cuts as a
result of the Governor's recent budget proposal. She explained that Chula Vista may lose $9
million dollars in funds, with $7.3 million dollars o£ the anticipated loss from the vehicle license
fee backfill. She submitted a letter £rom the Chamber o£ Commerce endorsing staff's
recommendation to request the State to honor the 1998 commitment to reinstate the Vehicle
License Fee.
ACTION: Councilmember Davis offered Resolution No. 2003-030, heading read, text
waived:
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OTHER BUSiNESS (Continued) -
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-030, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA URGING THE CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE
TO HONOR THE 1998 COMMITMENT TO REINSTATE THE VEHICLE
LICENSE FEES
The motion carried 5-0.
15. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-031, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF ANN Y. MOORE AS CITY ATTORNEY
ACTION: Mayor Padilla offered Resolution No. 2003-031, heading read, text waived. The
motion carried 5-0.
B. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE SANDAG BAYSHORE
BIKEWAY COMMITTEE
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to appoint Councilmember McCann to the
SANDAG Bayshore Bikeway Committee. Councilmember Davis seconded the
motion, and it carried 4-0-1, with Councilmember McCann abstaining.
Mayor Padilla introduced Ann Harrison, Staff Director to the Mayor and Council, and Tom
Oriola, Special Assistant to the Mayor.
Mayor Padilla asked staff to prepare an information item to Council or schedule a workshop
regarding the state use of redevelopment funds in order to obtain a clear understanding of the
process.
16. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember McCann recognized the commemoration of Martin Luther King Day, stating
that Chula Vista has always been a diverse community, and he expressed the need to continue to
strive for a harmonious community.
Deputy Mayor Rindone announced that Hilltop High School, the Sweetwater Union High School
District, and the City would be hosting a delegation of educators from Mainland China. He
stated that a reception is planned and that details would be forwarded to the Council.
Councilmember Salas stated that she was recently contacted by Frank Chaboudy, who asked to
be placed on the Council agenda for the meeting of February 4, 2003. She asked staff to
schedule Mr. Chaboudy on the agenda.
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P.M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
17. CONSIDERATION OF USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 COPS FUNDING PER
THE CITIZENS OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY FOR LOCAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
State money is allocated to the Police Department for purposes stipulated by the Citizens
Option for Public Safety (COPS) Program. The Police Department received $379,186
through State COPS for Local Law Enforcement funding. The Police Department
proposes to use the funds to meet operational Department equipment needs, as well as for
the local cash match requirement for 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.
Police Chief Emerson explained the City's utilization of the COPS program funding.
Mayor Padilla requested a future presentation to the Council on the Fire Ann Training Simulator
(FATS) program.
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing. With no members of the public wishing to speak, he
then closed the public heating.
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone offered Resolution No. 2003-032, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO, 2003-032, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $379,186 FROM STATE COPS
FOR LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR
2002/2003 BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE $23,590 FOR THE LOCAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT (LLEBG) LOCAL MATCH AND $32,806
TO MEET THE OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT LOCAL MATCH
REQUIREMENT AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO DESIGNATE THE
REMAINING FUNDS OF $322,790 FOR OPERATIONAL EQUIPMENT AND
PROACTIVE OVERTIME NEEDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF
POLICE TO UTILIZE (REPROGRAM) SAVINGS RESULTING FROM THE
EQUIPMENT PROCUREMENT PROCESS FOR ADDITIONAL
UNSPECIFIED OFFICER SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
The motion carried 5-0.
18. CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED ADDITIONS TO CHAPTER 10.30 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT SPECTATORS FROM GATHERING AT
ILLEGAL STREET CONTESTS OR EXHIBITIONS OF SPEED
Adoption of the ordinance makes it illegal for a spectator to gather at locations where
street racing is prevalent and gives law enforcement personnel an effective tool to address
this illegal activity. (Chief of Police)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
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.
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing. With no members of the public wishing to speak, he
then closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone offered Ordinance No. 2894 for first reading, heading
read, text waived:
ORDINANCE NO. 2894, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING CHAPTER 10.30, SECTIONS 10.30.010
THROUGH 10.30.050 TO THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATED TO SPECTATORS PROHiBITED AT ILLEGAL STREET
CONTESTS OF EXHIBITIONS OF SPEED
The motion carried 5-0.
19. CONSIDERATION OF ADDING CHAPTER 19.89 TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO THE LOCATION, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF WIRELESS
TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
Pursuant to the goals, objectives and policies of the General Plan, the proposed wireless
communications facilities ordinance is intended to regulate the location, design and
construction of such facilities in order to serve, protect and promote the public health,
safety and welfare, and to preserve and enhance the aesthetic qualities of the City. Future
wireless telecommunications facilities proposed under the ordinance will require
environmental review to assure compliance with the California Environmental Quality
Act. (Director of Planning & Building)
Notice of the heating was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the heating was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Associate Planner Vander Bie presented the proposed wireless telecommunications facilities
ordinance.
Mayor Padilla opened the public heating. With no members of the public wishing to speak, he
then closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Salas moved to approve staff recommendation and offered
Ordinance No. 2895 for first reading, heading read, text waived:
ORDiNANCE NO. 2895, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AMENDING THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING
CHAPTER 19.89 RELATING TO THE LOCATION AND CONSTRUCTION
OF WIRELESS TELE-COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
The motion carried 5-0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
20. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE MODIFYING
THE EXISTING OTAY RANCH PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT
FEE AND AREA OF BENEFIT
On December 17, 2002, the Council adopted Ordinance No. 2892 and Urgency
Ordinance No. 2892-A, modifying the Otay Ranch Village 1 and 5 Pedestrian Bridge
Development Impact Fee and expanding the area of benefit of the program. The
proposed urgency ordinance enables the City to continue to collect the fee during the 60-
day waiting period before the regular ordinance becomes effective. (Director of
Engineering)
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 Padilla opened the public hearing. There being no members of the public wishing to
speak, he then closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann offered Urgency Ordinance No. 2892-B, heading read,
text waived:
URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 2892-B, URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE OTAY
RANCH VILLAGE 1 AND 5 PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEE TO INCLUDE VILLAGE 6 TO PAY FOR PEDESTRIAN
BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS AS A CONDITION OF ISSUANCE OF
BUILDING PERMITS
The motion carried 5-0.
CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session was cancelled, and the following items were not discussed:
21. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A)
A. City of Chula Vista v. Bamhart Contracting San Diego Superior Court Case No.
GIS 003859
B. Moore, Laura v. City of Chula Vista, et al. - South Bay Superior Court Case No.
GIS 008943
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:06 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to the Regular Meeting of January 28, 2003,
at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Susan Bigelow, CMC, City Clerk
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