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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 2023/01/24 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 City of Chula Vista Regular Meeting of the City Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2023, 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Present: Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, Mayor McCann 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. 1. CALL TO ORDER A 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 City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Bigelow called the roll. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Councilmember Cardenas led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 4.1 through 4.6) Items 4.4 and 4.6 were removed from the consent calendar by staff and a member of the public, respectively. Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado Seconded by Councilmember Chavez To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 4.1 through 4.3 and Item 4.5. The headings were read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) Page 1 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting 4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes Approve the minutes dated: January 17, 2023. 4.2 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. 4.3 Consideration of Request for Excused Absences Consider requests for excused absences as appropriate. No requests were received at that meeting. 4.5 Grant Amendment: Amend Agreements for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services San Diego Advancing Minority Health Literacy Program, Authorize the City Manager to Enter into Agreement with Schiaffino Group LLC, and Reallocate Grant Funds Adopt a resolution: A) Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment No. 2023-006 to original Agreement No. 2021-079 with The Regents of the University of California on behalf of its San Diego Campus (UCSD) and a First Amendment No. 2023-007 to original Agreement No. 2021-080 with the San Diego State University Research Foundation (SDSURF); B) Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Agreement No. 2023-005 with Schiaffino Group LLC to provide expert health literacy consultation; and C) Reallocating funds for these purposes to implement the "San Diego Advancing Minority Health Literacy Program (SD- AMHLP)." Item 4.5 heading: RESOLUTION NO. 2023-006 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA: (A) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH SCHIAFFINO GROUP LLC TO PROVIDE EXPERT HEALTH LITERACY CONSULTATION; (B) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO A SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. 2021-079 WITH THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA ON BEHALF OF ITS SAN DIEGO CAMPUS AND A FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. 2021-080 WITH THE SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION; AND (C) REALLOCATING GRANT FUNDS FOR THESE PURPOSES TO IMPLEMENT THE "SAN DIEGO ADVANCING MINORITY HEALTH LITERACY PROGRAM (SD-AMHLP)" ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 4.4 Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept a Grant through the County of San Diego Capital Emergency Housing Solutions Grant Program for the Chula Vista Homeless Bridge Shelter Capital Project, Approve an Associated Agreement, and Appropriate Funds Homeless Services Manager Davis thanked County representatives for their efforts. Alan C. expressed concern regarding the Health and Human Services building and surrounding areas. Page 2 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting A concerned citizen submitted written communication expressing a neutral position on the item. Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado To adopt Resolution No. 2023-005, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) Item 4.4 heading: RESOLUTION NO. 2023-005 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING: A) PARTICIPATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CAPITAL EMERGENCY HOUSING SOLUTIONS GRANT PROGRAM; B) APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO; AND C) APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) 4.6 Purchase Award: Waive the Competitive Bid Process and Approve the Purchase of Ford Maverick XL Vehicles from Penske Ford La Mesa Alan C. spoke in opposition to staff's recommendation and expressed support for competitive bidding. Assistant Police Chief Collum spoke regarding the item. Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado To adopt Resolution No. 2023-007, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) Item 4.6 heading: RESOLUTION NO 2023-007 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BID PROCESS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FORD MAVERICK VEHICLES FROM PENSKE FORD LA MESA 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Alan C. spoke regarding increased pricing. John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding recognition to veterans and Councilmembers interacting with their districts. Mary D. spoke regarding the Brown Act and the vehicle mileage tax. City Attorney Googins spoke regarding Brown Act rules and an upcoming Ethics training. Page 3 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting Deputy Mayor Preciado spoke in response to public comments made. Joann Fields, representing Asian Pacific Islander Initiative (API), spoke regarding crime in the area and the upcoming San Diego API Community Town Hall. The following members of the public spoke in opposition to a mileage tax: • Linda I. • Cherry Inchaurregui • Adan Cordoza Delia Dominguez-Cervantes, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding the City Council appointment process. Anna spoke in opposition to the appointment process. Steve Stenberg spoke in support of non-partisan consideration of applicants. Robert Johnson submitted written communication in support of a special election. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6.1 Annual Report: Federal Block Grant Programs Funding Priorities for Fiscal Year 2023/24 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 McCann opened the public hearing. Management Analyst Barnard gave a presentation on the item. Robert Johnson submitted written communications in opposition to staff's recommendation. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor McCann closed the public hearing. Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas To accept the report. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) 7. ACTION ITEMS 7.1 Employee Compensation: Amend the Compensation Schedule and Classification Plan for the FA Director of SD LECC, FA Deputy Executive Director, FA IVDC-LECC Executive Director, and FA Finance Manager Police Administrative Services Manager Alegre spoke regarding the item. Page 4 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting Alan C. spoke in opposition to staff's recommendation. Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado Seconded by Mayor McCann To adopt a Resolution Nos. 2023-008 and 2023-009, headings read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) Item 7.1 heading: A) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-008 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE COMPENSATION SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN TO REFLECT CHANGES IN THE COMPENSATION FOR FA DIRECTOR OF SD LECC, FA DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FA IVDC-LECC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND FA FINANCE MANAGER EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2023 B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-009 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REVISED FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 COMPENSATION SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 27, 2023, AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5 TO REFLECT SALARY INCREASES FOR FA DIRECTOR OF SD LECC, FA DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FA IVDC-LECC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND FA FINANCE MANAGER Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 6:13 p.m. The Council reconvened at 6:24 p.m., with all members present. 7.2 District 3 City Councilmember Vacancy: Determine Interview Questions, Interview Finalists, Make the Appointment to Fill the Vacancy For the Remaining Term, and Administer the Oath of Office to the Newly Appointed Councilmember Mayor McCann explained the appointment process. City Clerk Bigelow and City Attorney Googins spoke regarding the initial application screening process. Alan C. spoke regarding the appointment process. The following members of the public spoke in support of Nimpa Akana: • Judy Gallardo, Chula Vista resident • Ken Muraoka, Chula Vista resident • Michael Gorski, Chula Vista resident • Alex Galicia • Melanie Jimenez, Chula Vista resident Page 5 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to Councilmembers appointing friends and in opposition to appointing Sophia Rodriguez. Mary D. spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment and in support of Nimpa Akana if an appointment was made Delia Dominguez-Cervantes, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment. Adrianna Clayborne, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment and in support of Tanya Williams. The following members of the public spoke in support of Tanya Williams: • Ryan Jones • Lizette Benitez, Chula Vista resident • Vanessa Williams • Hollye Wilde • Maria Morett, Chula Vista resident • Dasha Baker, Chula Vista resident The following members of the public spoke in support of David Diaz: • Veronica Ferguson, Chula Vista resident • Henrietta Paramo, Chula Vista resident • Ray Da Silva, Chula Vista resident • Cida Diehl • Rebecca Lee Michael Inzunza, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of appointing someone who would serve with integrity. Ellis California Jones, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding diversity on the City Council and in support of filling the vacancy by special election. Kelvin Barrios, representing Laborers Local 89, spoke in support to Devonna Almagro. Jesse Navarro, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of appointing the most qualified and honest candidate. Barbara Todd spoke in support of filling the vacancy by special election and, if filled by appointment, she expressed support for Nimpa Akana and Tanya Williams. Lillie spoke in support of filling the vacancy by special election and, if filled by appointment, she expressed support for Nimpa Akana and Tanya Williams. Gail Perez submitted written communications in support of Devonna Almagro. Sara Kent Ochao submitted comments in support of appointing a democrat. Page 6 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting TN submitted comments regarding small business restaurants. Crystal Irving, representing SOU Local 221, submitted written communications in support of Sophia Rodriguez. Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 7:46 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:54 p.m., with all members present. City Council discussed and determined the interview questions that would be asked of each candidate. The City Council conducted interviews of the ten finalists: Tanya Williams, David Diaz, Griselda Delgado, Sophia Rodriguez, Alonso Gonzalez, Nimpa Akana, Gian Ghio, Victor Lopez, Daniel Rice (Vazquez), and Devonna Almagro. City Councilmembers each had an opportunity to make a motion and request a second in the pre-determined seniority order of Mayor McCann, Deputy Mayor Preciado, Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez. The four initial nominations were held without action until each City Councilmember had the opportunity to nominate one finalist. Following the initial four nominations, the City Council voted upon the nominations as follows: Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado To appoint Nimpa Akana to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (1): Mayor McCann No (3): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, and Deputy Mayor Preciado Result, Defeated (1 to 3) Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado Seconded by Mayor McCann To appoint Griselda Delgado to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (1): Deputy Mayor Preciado No (3): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (1 to 3) Page 7 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting Moved by Councilmember Cardenas Seconded by Councilmember Chavez To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (2 to 2) Moved by Councilmember Chavez Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (2 to 2) Mayor McCann moved to appoint Tanya Williams. The motion failed for a lack of a second. Deputy Mayor Preciado moved to appoint Griselda Delgado. The motion failed for lack of a second. Moved by Councilmember Cardenas Seconded by Councilmember Chavez To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (2 to 2) Moved by Councilmember Chavez Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (2 to 2) Page 8 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting Mayor McCann moved to appoint Nimpa Akana. The motion failed for lack of a second. Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado Seconded by Mayor McCann To continue the item to a special meeting on January 31, 2023 at 5 p.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 0) 8. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS There were none. 9. MAYOR'S REPORTS There were none. 10. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS There were none. 11. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS There were none. 12. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Googins stated that the Closed Session items would be continued to a future meeting. 12.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) A) Name of case: CV Amalgamated LLC v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-33446-CU-MC-CTL Item not discussed B) Name of case: UL Chula Two LLC v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-41554-CU-MC-CTL Item not discussed C) Name of case: Chula Vista Cannabis Village Inc. v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-41802-CU-MC-CTL Item not discussed Page 9 DocuSign Envelope ID:2E071307-7579-41C4-89FB-AE652BEC4029 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned January 25, 2023 at 12:59 a.m. Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk DocuSigned by: 3074D104EAF342E... Kerry K. Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk Page 10