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(low Special Meetings of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and Housing
Authority Meeting Jointly with the City Council
Meeting Minutes
May 25, 2021, 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Present: Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Deputy Mayor
McCann, Councilmember Padilla, Mayor Casillas Salas
Also Present: City Manager Kachadoorian, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk
Bigelow, Assistant City Clerk Turner
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda
items may be taken out of order during the meeting.
The agenda items were considered in the order presented except for Item 7.1, which was heard
following Public Comment.
1. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council and special meetings of the Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency and the Housing Authority of the City of Chula Vista were called to order
at 5:01 p.m. and in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista,
California.
Mayor Casillas Salas announced, pursuant to AB 23, that she and each Councilmember would
receive $50 for their attendance at that Housing Authority meeting, held simultaneously with the
City Council meeting.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Bigelow called the roll.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Casillas Salas led the Pledge of Allegiance and called for a moment of silence to reflect on
the one-year anniversary of the shooting of George Floyd and the pain that racial discrimination
had caused to many members of the community.
4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
4.1 Community Services Department "COVID" Year-In-Review
Director of Community Services Lamb gave a presentation on the item.
Delia Dominguez-Cervantes, Chula Vista resident, submitted comments regarding
impacts of the pandemic.
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4.2 Presentation of a Proclamation Commending Antonio "Tony" Cruz for His Four
Years of Dedicated Service to the City and Declaring Wednesday May 26, 2021 as
"Tony Cruz Day" in the City of Chula Vista
Mayor Casillas Salas read the proclamation and Councilmember Padilla presented it to
Mr. Cruz.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.3)
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember Galvez
To approve the recommended action appearing below each of the following consent calendar
items. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
5.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes dated: February 16, March 2, and 16, 2021
5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances
Approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions
and ordinances at this meeting.
5.3 Investment Report: Quarter Ending March 31, 2021
Accept the investment report for the quarter ending on March 31, 2021
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following members of the public submitted written comments regarding a recent article printed
in La Prensa regarding campaign funds:
• Brenda Aguirre
• Ian Burgar
• Jennifer Villa
• Jennifer M.
• Alfonso M.
• Madison Beck
• Ricardo Ochoa, Chula Vista resident
• Mark Marconi, Chula Vista resident
• Beau, Chula Vista resident
• Andrea Beth Dansky
• Gretel Rodriguez
• James E. Moffat
• Rick Bates
• John P. Teevan
• Sara Kent
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The following members of the public spoke regarding a recent article printed in La Prensa
regarding campaign funds:
• Beatrice Fernandez, Chula Vista resident
• Tom Lemmon
• Kate Bishop, Chula Vista resident
7. BOARD AND COMMISSION REPORTS
7.1 Human Relations Commission Presentation to City Council Making
Recommendations Regarding the Christopher Columbus Statue and Taking Certain
Actions to Reflect Chula Vista's Diversity
The following individuals gave a presentation on the item:
• Human Relations Commission Chair Martinez Montes,
• Human Relations Commission Vice Chair Branch
• Human Relations Commissioners Keen-Ayub, Felix, Lake and Medina
• Park and Recreation Commissioner Enriquez
• Kumeyaay Community Members John Elliot and Stan Rodriguez, Ed.D
• Community Members Elena Izcalli, Erica Renfree and Marisol Rerucha
The following members of the public spoke in support of the Commission's recommendation:
• Grace Sardina, representing the Sons and Daughters of Italy
• Beatriz Zamora, Chula Vista resident, spoke on behalf of Stan Rodriguez, Mario Aguilar,
Pedro Anaya and Sheryl Sanchez
• Susana Vega, Chula Vista resident
• Joel Rodriguez, Chula Vista resident
• Forest Smith, La Mesa resident, representing Party for Socialism and Liberation
• Luis Montoya, representing Party for Socialism and Liberation
• Judy De Los Santos, National City resident, representing Union del Bario
• Grace Sesma, representing Originals Peoples Alliance
• Citlali Sanchez, Chula Vista resident
• Nicolas Tovar, Chula Vista resident
• Jorge Hernandez
• Andres Aguilar, Chula Vista resident
• Angela Elliot-Santos, representing Manzanita Tribe/Kanap Kuahan, spoke on behalf of Juan
Caro, Olympia Beltren and Vincent Quitugua
• James Cardinale Hill, representing Sons and Daughters of Italy/Knights of Columbus
• Erica Pinto, San Diego resident, representing Jamul Indian Village
• Franny, Chula Vista resident
• Pedro Perez, Chula Vista resident
• Gretel Rodriguez, San Diego resident, representing California Teachers Organization
• Yesenia Husley
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the Commission's recommendation:
• Michael Brault, representing Knights of Columbus
• Michael Gorski
The following members of the public spoke regarding Commission's recommendation:
• John Scheck, representing Coronado Knights of Columbus
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• Anthony Villafranca spoke on behalf of Michael McCable
• Eli Kornai
• Stefano Dimenna, representing Sons of Italy
The following members of the public submitted written documentation in support of the
Commission's recommendation but did not wish to speak or were not present when called:
• Kecia Flores
• Samantha Cruz
• Giovanni Cerda
• Ken Cohen
• Pedro Vargas
• Irene Alamilla
• Sue Lake, representing the Human Relations Commission
• Marcos Antonio Perez, Bonita resident
• Colin Richard, San Diego resident
• Celine Kitaoka, Chula Vista resident
• Charles Hester, Chula Vista resident
Jennifer Garcia registered a neutral position on the item and did not wish to speak.
Mario Saratoga submitted a request to speak with no position noted and did not wish to speak.
The following members of the public submitted written communications in support of the
Commission's recommendation:
• Rachel Ortiz
• Margaret Baker
• Maria Figueroa
• Beatrice Perez
• Josh Hobbs
• Lily Wang
• Ricardo Ochoa
• Valerie Rositas
• Sonali
• Derek Lam
• Olympia Beltran
• Don Dumas
• Norell Martinez
• Dr. Adrian Arancibia
• Pedro Rios
• Anzy Adams
• Keith Hammond
• Zach Farber
• Norma Cazares
• Cereescia Sandoval
• Brian Batugo
• Emily V
• Ratha Kelly
• Joel Rodriguez
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• Luis Montoya
• Raquel Nunez
• T.E. Caballero
• Josephine S. Talamantez
• Rose Lujan
• Margaret Baker
• Colin Hampson
• Carrie Geremia
• Pedro Vargas
• Amy Huie
• Mariam Ruiz
The following members of the public submitted written communications in opposition to the
Commission's recommendation:
• Charles Hernandez
• Blair Knoll
• Nelson Mozzini
• Tim Isbell
• Kim
• Chris Basaites
• Sean Goodin
• John Zarem
• Shirley Cameron
• Stefanie Meurer
• Barbara Randall
• Bill Walker
• Maureen Walker
• Latifa Warsawsky
The following members of the public submitted written communications expressing a neutral
position on the Commission's recommendation:
• Michael McCabe
• John O'Reilly
Council discussion ensued.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember Galvez
To do the following:
- Permanently remove the statue of Christopher Columbus at Discovery Park,
- Direct the Human Relations Commission to return within two months with a
recommendation for Council consideration regarding the composition and duties of a
task force, which would include members of the Human Relations Commission, Parks
& Recreation Commission, Cultural Arts Commission, Kumeyaay community, and
Sons and Daughters of Italy, and would be charged with recommending a method of
disposal of the Christopher Columbus statue, renaming Discovery Park, and
identifying replacement artwork, and
-
Designate October 12 as Indigenous Peoples Day in the City of Chula Vista.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and
Mayor Casillas Salas
No (1): Councilmember McCann
Result: Carried (4 to 1)
Mayor Casillas Salas called for a recess at 8:47 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:52
p.m., with all members present.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 Consideration of Adopting the Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets for
Fiscal Year 2021/22
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing
was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
City Attorney Googins announced the following potential property-related conflicts of
interest: Mayor Casillas Salas on Item 8.18; Councilmember McCann on Item 8.1C, and
Councilmember Padilla on Item 8.1 D.
Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public
commenting period Mayor Casillas Salas closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember Galvez
To adopt Resolution Nos. 2021-093 (Item 8.1A), HA2021-003 (Item 8.1E), SA2021-002
(Item 8.1 F), 2021-097 through 2021-099 (Items 8.1 G through 1), and place the below
ordinance (Item 8.1J) on first reading. The headings below were read, text waived. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-093 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ADOPTING THE OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGETS FOR
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022 EXCLUDING OPEN SPACE
DISTRICTS: 01, 10, EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 1 ZONE C, EASTLAKE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 1 ZONE E, COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 07M
EASTLAKE WOODS & VISTA, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS STM0407
AND TRF0429
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E. RESOLUTION NO. HA2021-003 OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
F. RESOLUTION NO. SA2021-002 OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING THE
OPERATING BUDGETS FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
G. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-097 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA AMENDING THE COMPENSATION SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN
TO REFLECT THE ADDITION OF VARIOUS POSITION TITLES AND CHANGES IN
SALARY AS REFLECTED IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 OPERATING BUDGET
H. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-098 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA APPROVING THE AMENDED COMPENSATION SUMMARY FOR ALL
UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND ELECTED OFFICIALS, INCLUDING
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ANY NECESSARY CONTRACT
AMENDMENTS TO IMPLEMENT SAID AMENDED COMPENSATION SUMMARY
I. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-099 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 COMPENSATION SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE
JULY 2, 2021, AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2,
SECTION 570.5
J. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 ADDING THE UNCLASSIFIED POSITION
TITLES OF DIRECTOR OF ANIMAL SERVICES, EMERGENCY SERVICES MANAGER
AND SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER AND DELETING THE POSITION TITLE OF
ANIMAL CARE FACILITY ADMINISTRATOR
Mayor Casillas Sa/as left the dais during voting on Item 8.1 B.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember McCann
Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2021-094 (Item 8.113), heading below read, text waived. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
and Councilmember Padilla
Abstain (1): Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (4 to 0)
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B. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-094 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #10,
EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 1 ZONE E, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
BUDGET FOR CIP PROJECT TRF0429 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Deputy Mayor McCann left the dais during voting on Item 8.1 C.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember Galvez
To adopt Resolution No. 2021-095 (Item 8.1C), heading below read, text waived. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and
Mayor Casillas Salas
Abstain (1): Councilmember McCann
Result: Carried (4 to 0)
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-095 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGETS FOR OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #1,
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 07M EASTLAKE WOODS &VISTA AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT BUDGET FOR CIP PROJECT STM0407 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Councilmember Padilla left the dais during voting on Item 8.1D.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2021-096 (Item 8.1D); heading below read, text waived. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
and Mayor Casillas Salas
Abstain (1): Councilmember Padilla
Result: Carried (4 to 0)
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-096 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR EASTLAKE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT 1 ZONE C AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 07M EASTLAKE
WOODS & VISTA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
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8.2 Local Coastal Program and Municipal Code Amendments for Accessory Dwelling
Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing
was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
Principal Planner Donaghe gave a presentation on the item and responded to questions
of the Council.
Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public
commenting period Mayor Casillas Salas closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Galvez
Seconded by Mayor Casillas Salas
To place the below ordinance on first reading, as amended to include the provision that
JADUs cannot be rented for less than 30 days and that JADUs and ADUs be subject to a
future ordinance on vacation rental fines and penalties. The heading below was read, text
waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE SPECIFIC PLAN OF
THE CHULA VISTA LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AND AMENDING CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTIONS 19.58.022 (ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT) AND
19.58.023 (JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS); AND CHAPTERS 19.22
(RESIDENTIAL ESTATES ZONE); 19.24 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE); 19.26 (ONE-
AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE); 19.28 (APARTMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONE);
19.30 (ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE ZONE); 19.36 (CENTRAL
COMMERCIAL ZONE); 19.48 (PLANNED COMMUNITY ZONE); AND 19.84
(BAYFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN-LAND USE ZONES)
8.3 Amendment to the Transnet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for
Fiscal Years 2020/21 through 2024/25
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing
was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
Senior Civil Engineer Moneda gave a presentation on the item.
Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public
commenting period Mayor Casillas Salas closed the public hearing.
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ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2021-100, heading below read, text waived. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-100 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE TRANSNET LOCAL STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2020-21 THROUGH 2024-25
8.4 Public Hearing to Consider Various Actions for the Financing, Development and
Operations of a Resort Hotel, Convention Center, Parking Structure and Related
Public Improvements on and Adjacent to Parcel H-3 within the Chula Vista Bayfront
Master Plan
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing
was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember Padilla
To continue the public hearing to the June 15, 2021 City Council meeting. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
9. ACTION ITEMS
9.1 Temporary Appointment of a CalPERS Retiree Pursuant to Government Code
Sections 7522.56 and 21221(H)
City Manager Kachadoorian spoke regarding the item.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Galvez
Seconded by Mayor Casillas Salas
To adopt Resolution No. 2021-101, heading below read, text waived. The motion carried
by the following vote:
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Yes (5): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann,
Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result: Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-101 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
CERTIFYING THE NECESSITY OF TEMPORARILY APPOINTING A CALPERS
RETIREE, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7522.56 AND 21221(h)
10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
10.1 Emergency Rental Assistance Program Update
Housing Manager Hines, Senior Management Analyst Dorado and Kathie Lembo,
representing South Bay Community Services, gave a presentation on the item and
responded to questions of the Council.
11. MAYOR'S REPORTS
Mayor Casillas Sa/as congratulated the Chula Vista winners of the MTS Laptop Scholarship
contest winners,Angelina Cano, David Castellon, Elijah Gaginier, and Martin Martinez.
12. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS
At the request of Councilmember Padilla, there was consensus of the Council to add an item to a
future agenda to seek input from the Human Relations and Parks and Recreation Commissions
on a community process to examine the establishment of a memorial to the Chula Vista resident
victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Councilmember Cardenas spoke regarding George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement.
Councilmember McCann thanked the Public Works department for their work on several recent
issues.
Councilmember Galvez spoke regarding her attendance at the following recent events: Opening
of Seven Mile Casino's new Sammy's restaurant and the Grand Opening of Celebrando Latinas.
Councilmember Galvez extended holiday greetings.
13. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
There were none.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:08 p.m.
Minutes prepared by. Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk
„ Ker K. Bigelo MC, City Clerk
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