HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2003/03/04 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
March 4, 2003 4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:05
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 Attorney Moore, and City Clerk
Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
· OATH OF OFFICE FOR NEWLY APPOINTED CITY ATTORNEY, ANN MOORE,
TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE HONORABLE CHARLES GILL
The Honorable Charles Gill administered the oath of office to City Attorney Moore.
· OATH OF OFFICE: NANCY KERWIN - CHILD CARE COMMISSION
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath to Nancy Kerwin, and Deputy Mayor Rindone
presented her with a certificate of appointment.
· INTRODUCTION BY DAVE BYERS, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
OPERATIONS, OF THE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, SYLVIA SIMMONS,
SENIOR OFFICE SPECIALIST
Public Works Director Byers introduced Employee of the Month Sylvia Simmons. Mayor
Padilla read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor Rindone presented it to Ms. Simmons.
· PRESENTATION BY COUNCILMEMBER MCCANN OF CITIZENSHIP NEAR AND
FAR gADGES TO gROWNIE TROOP NO. 5155. TROOP INTRODUCTION tlY
TROOP LEADER, LORI SEAMAN
Troop Leader Loft Seaman introduced the troop members, and Councilmember McCann
presented each member with citizenship near and far badges.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
· PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA TO KENNETH J.
MACTIERNAN, DIRECTOR OF AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS
ASSOCIATION, PROCLAIMING SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2003 AS AVIATION
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DAY
Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor Rindone presented it to Mr.
Mactieman.
· PRESENTATION BY THE CHULA VISTA DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
ASSOCIATION (DBA) REGARDING THE 2003 PROPERTY BASED
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
BUDGETS, THE 2002 DBA ACCOMPLISHMENTS, THE RECENTLY ADOPTED
VISION, MISSION, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE ORGANIZATION, THE
1NCOMING DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS OF THE DBA AND PRESENTATION OF
A PLAQUE TO MAYOR PADILLA 1N APPRECIATION FOR THE CITY'S
SUPPORT WITH THE 2002 STARLIGHT YULE PARADE
Jack Blakely, President of the Downtown Business Association, presented the association's 2003
vision, mission, goals, objectives; and the property-based improvement district's
accomplishments for 2002.
Ron LaChance, Events Director for the Downtown Business Association, presented Mayor
Padilla with a plaque in recognition of the City's support of the Starlight Yule Parade.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 8)
1 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-072, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITHIN
THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY EASEMENTS AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-073, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11 WATER
QUALITY BASINS, DESILTATION, AND NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE
ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) COMPLIANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY AND BROOKFIELD SHEA OTAY COMPANY LLC, A CALIFORNIA
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAiD AGREEMENT
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-074, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FINAL MAP OF CHULA VISTA
TRACT NO. 01-11, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11 "A" MAP NO. 1; ACCEPTING ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA THE VARIOUS PUBLIC STREETS
AND EASEMENTS, ALL AS GRANTED ON SAiD MAP WITHIN SAID
SUBDIVISION; ACKNOWLEDGING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA THE IRREVOCABLE OFFER OF DEDICATION FOR LOT "J" FOR PUBLIC
PARK PURPOSES; ACKNOWLEDGING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ALL IRREVOCABLE OFFERS OF DEDICATION FOR OPEN SPACE LOTS
GRANTED ON SAID MAP WITHIN SAID SUBDIVISION; APPROVING THE
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPLETION OF
IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY SAID SUBDIVISION, AND AUTHORIZiNG
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-075, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROViNG A SUPPLEMENTAL SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 01-11, OTAY
RANCH VILLAGE 11 "A" MAP NO. 1, REQUIRiNG BROOKFIELD SHEA OTAY
COMPANY LLC TO COMPLY WITH CERTAIN UNFULFILLED CONDITIONS OF
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-364, AND AUTHORIZiNG THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
SAID AGREEMENT
E. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-076, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE GRANT OF EASEMENTS AND
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11 "A" MAP NO. 1,
ESTABLISHING SPECIFIC OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR
MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE LANDSCAPING WITHIN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
F. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-077, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE SLOPE AND DRAINAGE
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR EASTLAKE PARKWAY BETWEEN
STATIONS 11+76.43 AND 22+37.30 WITH BROOKFIELD SHEA OTAY LLC, A
CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (DEVELOPER), ESTABLISHING
SPECIFIC OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MAINTENANCE OF
SLOPES AND DRAINAGE WITHiN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND CITY
EASEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT
Adoption of the resolutions approves the first final map, the subdivision improvement
agreement, and supplemental subdivision improvement agreement for Otay Ranch
Village 11, commonly known as "Windingwalk." Adoption of the resolutions also
approves the Otay Ranch, Village 11 water quality basins, desiltation, National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System Compliance CNPDES) agreement, grant of easements and
maintenance agreement for homeowner association maintenance within public right-of-
way, and slope and drainage maintenance agreement for maintenance of a temporary
slope on the west side of Eastlake Parkway between stations 11+76.43 and 22+37.30.
(CONTINUED FROM THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 2003 - Director of
Engineering)
Staffreeommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-078, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 LIBRARY
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING UNANTICIPATED GRANT
REVENUE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,471 FOR THE LITERACY PROGRAM
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
The Chula Vista Literacy Team recently received a one-time augmentation of $4,000
from the Workfome Investment Act 231 grant. In addition, the Literacy Team has
received an unanticipated increase of $6,471 in Califomia State Library matching funds.
(Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt thc resolution.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-079, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
TASK FORCE'S SELECTION OF FIVE MiD-YEAR 2002/2003 PERFORMING AND
VISUAL ARTS GRANT RECIPIENTS AND THEIR MONETARY GRANT AWARDS
TOTALING $7,170
In an agreement between the City and House of Blues Concerts, Inc., a portion of ticket
sales proceeds at the Coors Amphitheater is paid to the City and utilized for a performing
and visual arts fund. This fund is used for arts grants to promote and stimulate the
growth of performing and cultural arts within the City. A Performing and Visual Arts
Task Force was established and makes recommendations to thc Council regarding the arts
grant awards. The Task Fome has reviewed the mid-year 2002-2003 applications and
submitted its recommendations for Council consideration. (Deputy City Manager Palmer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-080, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2003 RECREATION
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $2,300 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM
THE POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE FOR THE PROVISION OF A YOUTH
SOCCER PROGRAM IN THE MiDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Recreation Department was awarded a $2,300 grant from the Chula Vista Police
Activities League (PAL) to provide a seven-week soccer league for children involved in
the City's middle school after-school program. (Director of Recreation)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-081, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING THE 2003 BUDGET OF THE THIRD
AVENUE BUSINESS iMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, ACCEPTING THE REPORT ON
THE 2003 BUDGET OF THE THIRD AVENUE PROPERTY BASED
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, AND RATIFYING THE ELECTION OF THE 2003
THIRD AVENUE PROPERTY BASED BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS
In accordance with the Chula Vista Municipal Code, in March of every year, the Chula
Vista Downtown Business Association is required to submit its budget from the business
improvement district assessment and the property-based business improvement district
assessment, as well as the results of its annual election of directors and officers.
(Director of Community Development)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
6 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-082, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM E
STREET TO H STREET FOR THE CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION ON MAY 4,
2003 FROM 4:00 A.M. TO 9:00 P.M., WA1VING PROHIBITION ON SIDEWALK
SALES, AND WA1VING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-083, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE BETWEEN
F STREET AND G STREET FROM 7:30 A.M. TO 10:00 A.M. ON SATURDAY,
JUNE 21, 2003, WAIVING THE PROHIBITION ON SIDEWALK SALES AND
WAiVING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL CHULA VISTA
PET FEST
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-084, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM E
STREET TO H STREET FOR THE CHULA VISTA THIRD AVENUE LEMON
FESTIVAL ON AUGUST 17, 2003 FROM 4:00 A.M. TO 9:00 P.M., WAIVING
PROHIBITION ON SIDEWALK SALES, AND WAiVING BUSINESS LICENSE
TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS
PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-085, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM D
STREET TO I STREET AND H STREET BETWEEN SECOND AVENUE AND
FOURTH AVENUE, AND PORTIONS OF INTERSECTING STREETS ON
DECEMBER 6, 2003 FOR THE 41ST ANNUAL STARLIGHT YULE PARADE,
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
E. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-086, 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 TO
9:00 P.M. ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2003, WAIVING THE PROHIBITION
ON SIDEWALK SALES, AND WAIVING BUSINESS LICENSE FEES TO THE
DOWNTOWN BUS1NESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
HOLDING A CRAFT FAIR DURING THE STARLIGHT YULE PARADE
F. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-087, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND CHULA VISTA DOWNTOWN BUS1NESS ASSOCIATION
FOR SPECIAL EVENTS FOR 2003, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
The Chula Vista Downtown Business Association (DBA) has requested the closure of
Third Avenue and portions of other streets for five 2003 promotional events. For
administrative efficiency purposes, all street closure events are presented for Council
consideration at one time. (Director of Community Development)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-088, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTiNG A HEALTH iNSURANCE PORTABILITY
AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA) PRIVACY POLICY AND AMENDING
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CAFETERIA BENEFITS PLAN FOR 2003 TO
INCORPORATE THE POLICY
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Privacy
Policy regulates the City's use and disclosure of protected health information obtained
during the City's self-administration of flexible spending accounts. HIPAA further
requires that by April 14, 2003, privacy rights be included in cafeteria plan documents.
This amendment to the City's cafeteria benefit plan document for Year 2003 spells out
the City's policy and meets the HIPAA requirement. (Director of Human Resources)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-089, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA RENAMiNG THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA PUBLIC
WORKS CENTER THE "JOHN LIPPITT PUBLIC WORKS CENTER", iN HONOR
OF RECENTLY RETIRED DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, JOHN LIPPITT
On December 27, 2002, after 27 years of service to the City, John Lippitt, Director of
Public Works, retired from City employment. During the period of John's service, which
started in June 1975 when he was appointed to the position of Assistant Director of
Public Works, the City has been recognized as a leader in the public works arena. John
was promoted to City Engineer in July 1978 and to Director of Public Works in 1985.
For all of his accomplishments, it is entirely proper and reasonable for the City to honor
and commemorate the service and accomplishments of John Lippitt and rename the
Public Works Center the "John Lippitt Public Works Center." (City Manager)
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.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ron Oliver, representing the San Diego Workforce Partnership, spoke regarding SB2957, which
was recently passed. He also briefly discussed the 2003 occupational outlook, annual report, and
executive summary for the partnership and invited the Council to attend a summit on March 27,
2003, to discuss the Path to Prosperity Report.
JoAnne Springer submitted petitions from residents requesting that Council reinstate the bike
lanes on East Palomar, between Heritage and Santa Alicia, explaining that removal of the bike
lanes has created hazardous conditions for bikers. She also requested that parking on Monarche
Drive be prohibited from the hours of midnight to 6:00 a.m. Mayor Padilla referred the matter to
staff.
Don Lake, representing Citizens for a Better Veterans Home, stated that he was in Sacramento
on February 22, 2003, representing the San Diego County Veterans. He stated that CALVETS
would be visiting the Chula Vista Veterans Home on Friday. He also congratulated City
Attorney Moore on her appointment and suggested a meeting with her to reaffirm goodwill
between himself and her department.
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ACTION ITEMS
9. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CHULA
VISTA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
Adoption of the resolution approves the proposed Economic Development Strategy,
including the Chula Vista Economic Vision 2020. The proposed Economic Development
Strategy identifies 12 goals, along with corresponding objectives, action items,
responsible parties, partners, and timeframes. This detailed, action-oriented plan will
facilitate future progress monitoring and reporting to Council. (Director of Community
Development)
Economic Development Manager Dye presented the Economic Vision 2020 and the Economic
Development Strategy (EDS), which identifies 12 goals, along with corresponding objectives,
action plans, responsible parties, and time frames.
Julie Meier-Wright, President and CEO of the San Diego Regional Economic Development
Commission, stated that land use decisions are a key to maintaining adequate acres of non-retail
land for industrial development. She spoke regarding workforce issues and the need to attract
and retain jobs in the South Bay, as well to as establish partnerships with educational facilities.
Mike Philbin, Senior Vice President/Manager of Burnham Real Estate Services, presented the
employment lands update for the City, which included an overview of employment land
availability in the region.
Dr. Edward Brand, Superintendent of Sweetwater Union High School District, gave a
presentation on the Compact for Success Program between San Diego State University and the
Sweetwater Union High School District. He also introduced Larry Perondi, Director of Higher
Student Achievement Initiatives for the Sweetwater Union High School District.
Port Connnissioner Hall commended City staff on a well-prepared EDS, and he also thanked
members of the public for their input on the plan. He believed that the goals of the EDS could be
achieved, and he urged the Council to adopt the Economic Vision 2020 and EDS.
Christopher Lewis, Vice Chairperson of the Economic Development Commission, believed that
the EDS could be incorporated as an integral part of the City's General Plan update. He
expressed the need to attract investment in Chula Vista, and he urged the Council to adopt the
EDS.
Mayor Padilla asked that the letter from SDGE/Sempra Energy, dated 3/3/03, be made part of the
public record.
Deputy Mayor Rindone requested that the EDS be placed on the City's website for public
review.
Mayor Padilla requested that the language in the resolution be amended to indicate the City's
partnership with the elementary and secondary school districts to attract an institution of higher
learning to the City. He also asked staff to look at the feasibility of developing a master plan for
western Chula Vista.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
ACTION: Mayor Padilla offered Resolution No. 2003-090, heading read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-090, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNC1L OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTiNG THE CHULA VISTA ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
The motion carried 5-0.
10. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF INTENT BETWEEN THE
CITY AND THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO REGARDiNG THE SITING AND
CONSTRUCTION OF A COUNTY-OWNED LIBRARY ON CITY-OWNED
PROPERTY
Adoption of the resolution approves a letter of intent, which is not intended to be a
legally binding agreement, or an amendment to any existing agreement, and provides for
basic principles and provisions forming the basis of a ground lease and construction
agreement. The essential nature of the letter of intent is that the City would work with
the County to locate a suitable area of 60,000 square feet on property located adjacent to
the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course, along the 4400 block of Bonita Road. (Director
of Building and Park Construction)
Darren Pudgil spoke in support of the proposal.
George Kost spoke in support of a library and urged the Council to expedite the construction
process. He also expressed the need to pursue a university site in the South Bay. In addition,
Mr. Kost proposed that a World War II monument be built in a park and suggested that concerts
be performed in the park, similar to the series held in Coronado.
Councilmember Davis requested that the horse trail be protected for the horse people.
ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone offered Resolution No. 2003-091, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-091, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROViNG A LETTER OF INTENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE COUNTY OF SAN
DIEGO REGARDING THE SITING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A COUNTY-
OWNED LIBRARY ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY
The motion carried 5-0.
11. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER
2.56 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PURCHASiNG
PROCEDURES AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING REVISED
CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCEDURES
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
On February 18, 2003, the Council introduced the proposed ordinance, approving
amendments to Chapter 2.56 of the Municipal Code to modify purchasing procedures. At
that time, the Council directed staff to revise the original recommendation (a) to retain
City Manager approval of contracts for equipment, materials, and services from $50,000
to $100,000; and (b) to retain Council approval of professional services in excess of
$50,000. The remaining recommended modifications were approved as requested. The
Council further approved a recommendation to direct Engineering staff and the Charter
Review Commission to conduct an analysis of whether or not to increase the $25,000
limit of staff authority to approve public works projects. Because recommended changes
to City Council Policy 102-5 were not formally addressed at the February 18th meeting,
approval of these changes to consultant selection procedures is also requested. (Director
of Finance)
Purchasing Agent Coggins explained the modifications to the proposed ordinance and resolution.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann offered Ordinance No. 2899 and Resolution No. 2003-
092, headings read, texts waived:
ORDINANCE NO. 2899, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTER 2.56 OF THE CHULA
VISTA MLrNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY PURCHASING PROCEDURES
(SECOND READING)
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-092, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING REVISED CONSULTANT
SELECTION PROCEDURES CONTAINED IN COUNCIL POLICY 102-5
The motion carded 5-0.
12. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS INITIATING
PROCEDURES FOR PROPOSED ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2002-1 FOR
STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON QUINTARD STREET, BETWEEN THIRD AND
FOURTH AVENUES
Seventeen property owners who have access to their properties from Quintard Street,
between Third and Fourth Avenues, have missing street improvements. Thirteen of these
owners have signed a petition requesting that special assessment district proceedings be
commenced for the purpose of financing the construction of these improvements. Staff
has completed preliminary design and cost estimates for this project. (Director of
Engineering)
ACTION: Councilmember Salas offered Resolution Nos. 2003-093, 2003-094, 2003-095,
and 2003-096, headings read, texts waived.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-093, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A PETITION REQUESTING
THE FORMATION OF AN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT TO INCLUDE A
PORTION OF QUINTARD STREET FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING
THE CONSTRUCTION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-094, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A MAP SHOWING THE
PROPOSED BOUNDARIES FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2002-1
(QUINTARD STREET)
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-095, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING THE INSTALLATION OF
CERTAIN iMPROVEMENTS ON QUINTARD STREET, APPROVING THE
PRELiMINARY ASSESSMENT ENGINEER'S REPORT, SETTING THE
TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, AND ORDERING THE
INITIATION OF BALLOT PROCEEDINGS
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-096, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA TRANSFERRING $55,000 FROM CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT DR-127 TO STL-285 (QUINTARD STREET) TO
FINANCE PRECONSTRUCTION COSTS
The motion carried 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
13. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
There were none.
14. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment to the Growth Management Oversight Commission -
Gary Lee Nordstrom
ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to ratify the appointment of Gary Lee Nordstrom to the
Growth Management Oversight Commission. Cotmcilmember Davis seconded
the motion, and it carried 5-0.
B. Ratification of appointment to the International Friendship Commission - Joseph
Kheder
C. Ratification of appointment to the International Friendship Commission Elva
Melior
D. Ratification of appointment to the International Friendship Commission
Melanie Stuart-Emery
ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to ratify the appointments of Joseph Kheder, Elva Mellor,
and Melanie Stuart-Emery to the International Friendship Commission.
Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
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15. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember McCann commented that the adopted Economic Development Plan would be of
great benefit in providing guidance toward making the City the leader that it should be.
Deputy Mayor Rindone announced his participation in the Eastlake Middle School
groundbreaking on March 4, 2003, adding that once construction is completed, the eastern sector
of the City will have K through 14 educational facilities.
CLOSED SESSION
16. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: San Diego Gas & Electric - Gas and Electricity Franchise
(Pertaining to Public Rights of Way throughout the City of Chula
Vista)
Agency negotiators: David Rowlands, Jr., Sid Monis, Michael Meacham, and
Glen Googins
Negotiating Parties: City of Chula Vista, San Diego Gas & Electric
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
No action was taken on this item.
17. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a)
· City of Chula Vista vs. Douglas E. Bamhart Inc. (San Diego Superior Court Case
No. GIS 003859)
This item was not discussed, and no action was taken.
18. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(c)
· One Case
ACTION: Direction was given to Counsel.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:30 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to a Regular Meeting of March 18, 2003, at
6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. (The Regular Meeting of March 11, 2003 has been
cancelled).
Susan Bigelow, CMC, City Clerk
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