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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 Page 2 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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 Page 3 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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. Page 4 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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. Page 5 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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. Page 6 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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. Page 7 - Cotmcil Minutes 03/04/03 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 Page 8 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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 Page 9 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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. Page 10 - Council Minutes 03/04/03 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 Page 11 - Cotmcil Minutes 03/04/03