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Home My WebLink About2023/10/24 Agenda REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL Date:Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 5:00 p.m. Location:Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA View the Meeting Live in English & Spanish: chulavistaca.gov/councilmeetings Cox channel 24 in English only Free Spanish interpretation is available onsite Welcome to your City Council Meeting PUBLIC COMMENTS: Public comments may be submitted to the City Council in the following ways: •In-Person. The community is welcome to make public comments at this City Council meeting. •Submit an eComment: Visit www.chulavistaca.gov/councilmeetings, locate the meeting and click the comment bubble icon. Select the item and click "Leave Comment." eComments can be submitted until the conclusion of public comments for the item and are viewable online upon submittal. If you have difficulty submitting eComments, email comments to: cityclerk@chulavistaca.gov. HOW TO WATCH: Live stream is available at www.chulavistaca.gov/councilmeetings. To switch the video to Spanish, please click on "ES" in the bottom right hand corner. Meetings are available anytime on the City's website (English and Spanish). In addition, closed captioning is available in both languages. ACCESSIBILITY: Individuals with disabilities or special needs are invited to request modifications or accommodations to access and/or participate in a City meeting by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at cityclerk@chulavistaca.gov or (619) 691-5041 (California Relay Service is available for the hearing impaired by dialing 711) at least forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting. SPEAKER TIME LIMITS: The time allotted for speakers may be adjusted by the Mayor. - Five minutes* for specific items listed on the agenda - Three minutes* for items NOT on the agenda (called to speak during Public Comments) - A group of individuals may select a spokesperson to speak on their behalf on an agenda item, waiving their option to speak individually on the same item. Generally, five minutes are allotted per person, up to a limit of 30 minutes, although the limits may be adjusted. Members of the group must be present. *Individuals who use a translator will be allotted twice the amount of time. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AGENDA Agenda Sections: CONSENT CALENDAR items are routine items that are not expected to prompt discussion. All items are considered for approval at the same time with one vote. Councilmembers and staff may request items be removed and members of the public may submit a speaker slip if they wish to comment on an item. Items removed from the Consent Calendar are discussed after the vote on the remaining Consent Calendar items. PUBLIC COMMENT provides the public with an opportunity to address the Council on any matter not listed on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the Council. In compliance with the Brown Act, the Council cannot take action on matters not listed on the agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS are held on matters specifically required by law. The Mayor asks for presentations from staff and from the proponent or applicant involved (if applicable) in the matter under discussion. Following questions from the Councilmembers, the Mayor opens the public hearing and asks for public comments. The hearing is closed, and the City Council may discuss and take action. ACTION ITEMS are items that are expected to cause discussion and/or action by the Council but do not legally require a Public Hearing. Staff may make a presentation and Councilmembers may ask questions of staff and the involved parties before the Mayor invites the public to provide input. CLOSED SESSION may only be attended by members of the Council, support staff, and/or legal counsel. The most common purpose of a Closed Session is to avoid revealing confidential information that may prejudice the legal or negotiating position of the City or compromise the privacy interests of employees. Closed sessions may be held only as specifically authorized by law. Council Actions: RESOLUTIONS are formal expressions of opinion or intention of the Council and are usually effective immediately. ORDINANCES are laws adopted by the Council. Ordinances usually amend, repeal or supplement the Municipal Code; provide zoning specifications; or appropriate money for specific purposes. Most ordinances require two hearings: an introductory hearing, generally followed by a second hearing at the next regular meeting. Most ordinances go into effect 30 days after the final approval. PROCLAMATIONS are issued by the City to honor significant achievements by community members, highlight an event, promote awareness of community issues, and recognize City employees. City of Chula Vista City Council October 24, 2023 Agenda Page 2 of 7 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.ROLL CALL 3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE 4.SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY 4.1 Oaths of Office: Board of Library Trustees - James Moffat Human Relations Commission - Sandra Hodge 4.2 Presentation of a Proclamation to Filipino American Military Officers Association Proclaiming October 24, 2023 Filipino American Veterans Day in the City of Chula Vista 4.3 Presentation of a Proclamation to PhilAmBid and UPI Proclaiming October 2023 as Filipino History Month in the City of Chula Vista 4.4 Presentation by Chula Vista Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Eduardo Reyes and Veterans Elementary School Principal Erika Gregg Regarding the 2023 Veterans Parade 5.CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.9) All items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered and acted upon by one motion. Anyone may request an item be removed for separate consideration. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council approve the recommended action on the below consent calendar items. 5.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the minutes dated: October 17, 2023 5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances RECOMMENDED ACTION: 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 Consideration of Requests for Excused Absences RECOMMENDED ACTION: Consider requests for excused absences as appropriate. City of Chula Vista City Council October 24, 2023 Agenda Page 3 of 7 5.4 Community Facilities Districts: Discontinue City Participation in the California Municipal Financing Authority’s Bond Opportunities for Land Development Program Report Number: 23-0268 Location: No specific geographic location Department: Development Services Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution discontinuing the City’s participation in the California Municipal Financing Authority’s Bond Opportunities for Land Development Program for Community Facilities Districts. 5.5 Community Facilities Districts: Amend City Council Policy No. 505-04, Statement of Goals and Policies Regarding Establishment of Community Facility Districts Report Number: 23-0191 Location: No specific geographic location Department: Development Services Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution to amend City Council Policy No. 505-04, Statement of Goals and Policies Regarding Establishment of Community Facility Districts. 5.6 Emergency Operations: Adopt the City of Chula Vista Emergency Operations Plan and the 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan – City of Chula Vista Annex Report Number: 23-0164 Location: No specific geographic location Department: Fire Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the activity qualifies for an Exemption pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt resolutions: A) Adopting the City of Chula Vista Emergency Operations Plan and B) Adopting the 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan - City of Chula Vista Annex. City of Chula Vista City Council October 24, 2023 Agenda Page 4 of 7 5.7 Agreement: Approve a Research Use Agreement with Icarus RT, Inc., and Approve the Installation of Solar Panels, Pool Heating Technology, and Electric Vehicle Chargers at Loma Verde Community Center Report Number: 23-0238 Location: Loma Verde Community Center, 1420 Loma Lane Department: Economic Development Environmental Notice: The Project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines Section 15301 Class 1 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15303 Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving the Research Use Agreement with Icarus RT, Inc., and the installation of solar panels, pool heating technology, and up to eight electric vehicle chargers at the Loma Verde Community Center at no cost to the City. 5.8 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership and Appropriate Funds Report Number: 23-0281 Location: No specific geographic location Department: Police Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting $4,422.96 in grant funds and appropriating the funds to the Police Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program (4/5 Vote Required). 5.9 Memorandum of Understanding: Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Landify ECT Corporation Regarding Potential Development of Certain Park Improvements Report Number: 23-0295 Location: Lower Sweetwater Community Park and Otay Ranch Community Park North Department: City Manager & Development Services Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. Before any potential park development could occur, further action by the City Council would have to be taken, which action would be accompanied by appropriate environmental review under CEQA. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Landify ECT Corporation regarding the potential development of certain park improvements. City of Chula Vista City Council October 24, 2023 Agenda Page 5 of 7 6.PUBLIC COMMENTS The public may address the Council on any matter within the jurisdiction of the Council but not on the agenda. 7.PUBLIC HEARINGS The following item(s) have been advertised as public hearing(s) as required by law. 7.1 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and Appropriate Funds Report Number: 23-0280 Location: No specific geographic location Department: Police Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution accepting $75,986 in grant funds, and appropriating said funds to the Police Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant. (4/5 Vote Required) 8.CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS 9.MAYOR’S REPORTS 10.COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS 10.1 Update by City Council Subcommittees: •Subcommittee on Campaign Contributions •Subcommittee on Economic Development and Binational Affairs •Subcommittee on Downtown Third Avenue Concerns 11.CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS 12.CLOSED SESSION Announcements of actions taken in Closed Sessions shall be made available by noon on the next business day following the Council meeting at the City Attorney's office in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code 54957.7) 12.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) 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 12.2 Conference with Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency designated representatives: Maria Kachadoorian, Tiffany Allen, Courtney Chase, Tanya Tomlinson, Sarah Schoen, and Edward Prendell Employee organization: ACE, IAFF, NIAF, MM/PR, POA, WCE, and unrepresented employees. City of Chula Vista City Council October 24, 2023 Agenda Page 6 of 7 13.ADJOURNMENT to the regular City Council meeting on November 14, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Materials provided to the City Council related to an open session item on this agenda are available for public review, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at cityclerk@chulavistaca.gov or (619) 691-5041. 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