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Home My WebLink Aboutcc min 2024/06/25 Page 1 City of Chula Vista Regular City Council Meeting MINUTES Date: Location: June 25, 2024, 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Present: Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, Mayor McCann Also Present: City Manager Kachadoorian, City Attorney Verdugo, City Clerk Bigelow, Deputy City Clerk Kansas Minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the agenda. _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Bigelow called the roll. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Led by Councilmember Chavez. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 4.1 through 4.3) Item 4.3 was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Preciado. John Acosta spoke regarding Items 4.1 and 4.2. Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Deputy Mayor Gonzalez To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 4.1 through 4.2. The headings were read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote: Yes (5): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (5 to 0) 4.1 Approve Meeting Minutes John Acosta submitted written comments on the item. Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B 2024-06-25 - City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 Approval of the minutes dated: June 11 and 18, 2024. 4.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Approval of a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR The following item was removed from the consent calendar and was heard as an action item. 4.3 Ratification of Appointment: City Manager’s Appointment of Director of Parks and Recreation – Frank Carson Frank Carson spoke regarding his qualifications and responded to comments from Councilmembers. John Acosta spoke regarding park maintenance and issues related to homelessness, and submitted written comments. Robert spoke regarding listening to staff. Moved by Mayor McCann Seconded by Councilmember Preciado To adopt Resolution No. 2024-132, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote: Yes (5): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (5 to 0) Item 4.3 heading: RESOLUTION NO. 2024-132 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING CITY MANAGER’S APPOINTMENT OF FRANK CARSON AS DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION EFFECTIVE JULY 12, 2024 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Susan D. Walter spoke regarding her historic property. Alan C. spoke in opposition to managed lanes on Interstate 805. The following individuals spoke in support of fair compensation for ACE employees: - Lizbett Espinoza - Martie Solomon John Acosta spoke regarding safety at the marina. Marianna Saponara and Miriam Figueroa, representing the Nacion Ave Crusaders, spoke regarding traffic and safety in the Nacion Ave area. Delia Dominguez Cervantes expressed concern regarding unlicensed fruit stands on street corners. Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B 2024-06-25 - City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 Sharmane Estolano spoke regarding meetings with councilmembers. Robert spoke regarding accountability. 6. ACTION ITEMS 6.1 Consider Items Removed From the Consent Calendar, if Any For action on this item, refer to the section Items Removed from the Consent Calendar, above. 6.2 Financial Report and Appropriation: Accept the Quarterly Financial Report for the Quarter Ending March 31, 2024 (Third Quarter Report) and Appropriate Funds to Implement Required Budget Adjustments Alan C spoke regarding Palomar Hotel and Harborside Park. John Acosta spoke regarding matters related to homelessness. Robert spoke regarding Harborside Park. Moved by Councilmember Preciado Seconded by Mayor McCann To adopt Resolution No. 2024-133, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote: Yes (5): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (5 to 0) Item 6.2 heading: RESOLUTION NO. 2024-133 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA MAKING VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET TO ADJUST FOR VARIANCES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) 6.3 Comprehensive Code Update – Adopt an Ordinance Making Amendments to the Chula Vista Municipal Code Alan C spoke regarding ADUs and historical sites. John Acosta spoke regarding conflicts of interest. Robert spoke regarding various matters. Moved by Deputy Mayor Gonzalez Seconded by Mayor McCann To place on second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 3575, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote: Yes (5): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, and Mayor McCann Result, Carried (5 to 0) Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B 2024-06-25 - City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 Item 6.3 heading: ORDINANCE NO. 3575 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA COMPREHENSIVELY AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SANITATION), TITLE 12 (STREETS AND SIDEWALKS), TITLE 13 (SEWERS), TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION), TITLE 18 (SUBDIVISIONS), AND TITLE 19 (PLANNING AND ZONING). (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) Moved by Deputy Mayor Gonzalez Seconded by Mayor McCann To make a referral to the Planning Commission to return a report and recommendation within 90 days on allowing up to two detached accessory dwelling units on a lot with an existing single-family dwelling. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, and Councilmember Preciado No (1): Mayor McCann Result, Carried (4 to 1) 6.4 Ballot Initiative: Place a Measure on the November 5, 2024 Ballot to Continue the One-Half Cent General Sales Tax for 10 Years, Carry Out Necessary Election Procedures, Approve Related Ordinance Amending CVMC 3.33, and Authorize Other Necessary Actions Deputy City Manager Chase gave a presentation. The following individuals spoke in opposition: - Alan C. - John Acosta - Robert The following individuals spoke in support: - Steve Stenberg - Victor Avina Delia Dominguez Cervantes spoke regarding using quality materials and reducing repairs. Moved by Councilmember Preciado Seconded by Councilmember Chavez To adopt Resolution No. 2024-134 and place the below ordinance on first reading. The headings were read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote: Yes (5): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Gonzalez, Councilmember Morineau, Councilmember Preciado, and Mayor McCann Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B 2024-06-25 - City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 5 Result, Carried (5 to 0) Item 6.4 headings: A) ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 3.33 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CONTINUE A TEMPORARY ONE-HALF CENT GENERAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION (FIRST READING) (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) B) RESOLUTION NO. 2024-134 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA 1) AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-054 CALLING A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024; 2) ORDERING SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY, A PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE EXTENSION OF A ONE-HALF CENT GENERAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX; 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SUBMIT BALLOT ARGUMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE MEASURE; AND 4) DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF THE MEASURE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (CONTINUED) There were none. 8. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS There were none. 9. MAYOR’S REPORTS Mayor McCann reported on attendance at recent events and made community announcements. 10. COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS Councilmembers reported on attendance at recent events and made community announcements. Councilmember Chavez reported on an air quality report from SANDAG and stated she would work with the City Manager to bring the report to the City. Deputy Mayor Gonzalez reported on a recent MTS Board meeting. 10.1 Councilmember Preciado Councilmember Preciado stated that the subcommittee had no report at that time. The following members of the public spoke: - Alan C. - Delia Dominguez Cervantes - Robert 11. CITY CLERK'S REPORTS City Clerk Bigelow announced board and commission vacancies. Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B 2024-06-25 - City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 6 12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS There were none. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m. _________________________ Kerry K. Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk Docusign Envelope ID: 8D0BC1DA-9C8F-4BD5-9CEA-E1BF2045BE9B