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February 8, 2023 12919
Mr. Adrian Peters
Brookfield Properties
San Diego, CA 92101
Subject: Cultural Resource s Inventory Report for the Otay Ranch Town Center Redevelopment Project,
Chula Vista, California
Mr. Peters:
The following letter report summarizes the results of the cultural resources inventory conducted for the Otay Ranch
Town Center Redevelopment Project (Project), located in Chula Vista, California (Figure 1. Project Location). This
cultural resources investigation was conducted in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the City of Chula Vista Historic Preservation Ordinance. The City of Chula Vista (City) is the CEQA Lead Agency
for the Project. In accordance with CEQA, Dudek performed a cultural resources inventory for the entire area of
potential effect (APE). The Project APE consists of approximately 38.3 acres of commercial lands in Chula Vista,
California (Figure 2. Area of Potential Effect).
CEQA refers to sequential stages of cultural resources investigation, including Inventory, Evaluation, and Mitigation.
Phase I (Inventory), Phase II (Evaluation), and Phase III (Mitigation) are vernacular terms used in the cultural
resources industry. For the purposes of this report, Phase I is defined as an Inventory and includes archival research
for archaeological resources and Tribal Cultural Resources (TCR), pedestrian surveys, and other inventory methods.
A South Coastal Information Center (SCIC) records search identified no previously recorded cultural resources within
the Project’s APE. A Sacred Lands File check was requested from the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC)
on July 14, 2022 and Dudek received a response on August 10, 2022. The NAHC results were positive but did not
indicate if the resources were within, adjacent, or within a half-mile of the APE. Kumeyaay Cultural Repatriation
Committee (KCRC) representative Clint Linton stated that he did not know of any sacred lands within the Project
APE. The NAHC results also included a list of tribal representatives who should be contacted. Dudek mailed outreach
letters to the listed representatives on August 16, 2022 and is awaiting responses. Due to the developed nature of
the APE and lack of surveyable ground surface, an intensive pedestrian survey of the Project was not conducted.
Instead, a Dudek archaeologist visited the site and confirmed that no ground surface was visible. No cultural
resources were identified within the Project APE. Due to the negative archival review and previous disturbance to
the Project APE, Dudek recommends no further archaeological review. However, due to the positive NAHC results,
KCRC representative Clint Linton recommends that a Native American monitor attend the initial ground disturbance
to determine the cultural sensitivity.
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 2 FEBRUARY 2023
1 Project Description and Location
The Project APE is located immediately east of State Route 125, west of Eastlake Parkway, between Ring Road,
and Birch Road within the community of Otay Ranch. The Project APE is within Section 02, 03, 10, and 11 of
Township 18 South, Range 1 West of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, California 7.5-minute U.S. Geological
Survey Topographic Quadrangle Map (Figure 1. Project Location). The Project APE consists of commercial buildings,
sports fields, paved parking lots, and maintained landscaping. The Project proposes residential and mixed-
use/residential development by introducing 840 residential units and reducing existing commercial
entitlements from 960,000 square feet to 816,000 square feet .
2 Regulatory Framework
The City is the Lead Agency for compliance with the CEQA. This study is compliant with cultural reso urce
regulations that apply to the Project APE including provisions for the California Register of Historic Resources
(CRHR), Native American Historic Cultural Sites (California Public Resources Code section 5097 et seq.), the
California Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, CEQA, California Health and Safety Code
section 7050.5, Assembly Bill Number 52 , Senate Bill 18, and the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance.
2.1 The California Register of Historic Resources (Public
Resources Code section 5020 et seq.)
Under CEQA, the term “historical resource” includes but is not limited to “any object, building, structure, site,
area, place, record, or manuscript which is historically or archaeologically significant, or is significant in the
architectural, engineering, scientific, economic, agricultural, educational, social, political, military, or cultural
annals of California” (California Public Resources Code section 5020.1(j)). In 1992, the California legislature
established CRHR “to be used by state and local agencies, private groups, and citizens to identify the state’s
historical resources and to indicate what properties are to be protected, to the extent prudent and feasible, from
substantial adverse change” (California Public Resources Code section 5024.1(a)). A resource is eligible for
listing in the CRHR if the State Historical Resources Commission determines that it is a significant resource and
that it meets any of the following National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) criteria:
▪ Associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of California’s history
and cultural heritage.
▪ Associated with the lives of persons important in our past.
▪ Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents
the work of an important creative individual, or possesses high artistic values.
▪ Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.
(California Public Resources Code section 5024.1(c).) Resources less than 50 years old are not considered for
listing in the CRHR, but may be considered if it can be demonstrated that sufficient time has passed to understand
the historical importance of the resource (see 14 CCR, section 4852(d)(2)).
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 3 FEBRUARY 2023
The CRHR protects cultural resources by requiring evaluations of the significance of prehistoric and historic
resources. The criteria for the CRHR are nearly identical to those for the NRHP, and properties listed or formally
designated as eligible for listing on the NRHP are automatically listed on the CRHR, as are the state landmarks and
points of interest. The CRHR also includes properties designated under local ordinances or identified through local
historical resource surveys. The State Historic Preservation Officer maintains the CRHR.
2.2 Native American Historic Cultural Sites (California Public
Resources Code section 5097 et seq.)
State law addresses the disposition of Native American burials in archaeological sites and protects such remains
from disturbance, vandalism, or inadvertent destruction; establishes procedures to be implemented if Native
American skeletal remains are discovered during construction of a project; and establishes the NRHC to resolve
disputes regarding the disposition of such remains. In addition, the Native American Historic Resource Protection
Act makes it a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in jail to deface or destroy an Indian historic or cultural site
that is listed or may be eligible for listing in the CRHR.
2.3 California Native American Graves Protection and
Repatriation Act
The California Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (California Repatriation Act), enacted in
2001, required all state agencies and museums that receive state funding and that have possession or control over
collections of human remains or cultural items, as defined, to complete an inventory and summary of these remains
and items on or before January 1, 2003, with certain exceptions. The California Repatriation Act also provid es a
process for the identification and repatriation of these items to the appropriate tribes.
2.4 California Environmental Quality Act
As described further below, the following CEQA statutes and CEQA Guidelines are of relevance to the analysis of
archaeological and historic resources:
1. California Public Resources Code section 21083.2(g): Defines “unique archaeological resource.”
2. California Public Resources Code section 21084.1 and CEQA Guidelines section 15064.5(a): Define
historical resources. In addition, CEQA Guidelines section 15064.5(b) defines the phrase “substantial
adverse change in the significance of an historical resource;” it also defines the circumstances when a
project would materially impair the significance of a historical resource.
3. California Public Resources Code section 5097.98 and CEQA Guidelines section 15064.5(e): Set forth
standards and steps to be employed following the accidental discovery of human remains in any location
other than a dedicated ceremony.
4. California Public Resources Code sections 21083.2(b)-(c) and CEQA Guidelines section 15126.4: Provide
information regarding the mitigation framework for archaeological and historic resources, including options
of preservation-in-place mitigation measures; preservation-in-place is the preferred manner of mitigating
impacts to significant archaeological sites because it maintains the relationship between artifacts and the
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 4 FEBRUARY 2023
archaeological context, and may also help avoid conflict with religious or cultural values of groups
associated with the archaeological site(s).
Under CEQA, a project may have a significant effect on the environment if it may cause “a substantial adverse
change in the significance of an historical resource” (California Public Resources Code section 21084.1; CEQA
Guidelines section 15064.5(b)). If a site is either listed or eligible for listing in the CRHR, or if it is included in a local
register of historic resources, or identified as significant in a historical resources survey (meeting the requirements
of California Public Resources Code section 5024.1(q)), it is a “historical resource” and is presumed to be
historically or culturally significant for purposes of CEQA (California Public Resources Code section 21084.1; CEQA
Guidelines section 15064.5(a)). The lead agency is not precluded from determining that a resource is a historical
resource even if it does not fall within this presumption (California Public Resources Code section 21084.1; CEQA
Guidelines section 15064.5(a)).
A “substantial adverse change in the significance of an historical resource” reflecting a significant effect under
CEQA means “physical demolition, destruction, relocation, or alteration of the resource or its immediate
surroundings such that the significance of an historical resource would be materially impaired” (CEQA Guidelines
section 15064.5(b)(1); California Public Resources Code section 5020.1(q)). In turn, the significance of a historical
resource is materially impaired when a project:
1. Demolishes or materially alters in an adverse manner those physical characteristics of an historical
resource that convey its historical significance and that justify its inclusion in, or eligibility for, inclusion in
the California Register; or
2. Demolishes or materially alters in an adverse manner those physical characteristics that account for its
inclusion in a local register of historical resources pursuant to section 5020.1(k) of the Public Resources
Code or its identification in an historical resources survey meeting the requirements of section 5024.1 (g)
of the Public Resources Code, unless the public agency reviewing the effects of the project establishes by
a preponderance of evidence that the resource is not historically or culturally significant; or
3. Demolishes or materially alters in an adverse manner those physical characteristics of a historical resource
that convey its historical significance and that justify its eligibility for inclusion in the California Register as
determined by a lead agency for purposes of CEQA.
See Section 1.2.2, below for a discussion of the CEQA guidelines for determining significance and mitigating
impacts to unique archaeological resources.
2.5 California Health and Safety Code section 7050.5and
Public Resources Code Section 5097.98
CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 assigns special importance to human remains and specifies procedures to be
used when Native American remains are discovered. As described below, these procedures are detailed in California
Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 and Public Resources Code Section 5097.98.
California law protects Native American burials, skeletal remains, and associated grave goods, regardless of their
antiquity, and provides for the sensitive treatment and disposition of those remains. Health and Safety Code
Section 7050.5 requires that if human remains are discovered in any place other than a dedicated cemetery, no
further disturbance or excavation of the site or nearby area reasonably suspected to contain human remains shall
occur until the County coroner has examined the remains (California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5[b]). If
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 5 FEBRUARY 2023
the coroner determines or has reason to believe the remains are those of a Native American, the coroner must
contact the NAHC within 24 hours (California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5[c]). In accordance with
California Public Resources Code Section 5097.98(a), the NAHC will notify the Most Likely Descendant (MLD). With
the permission of the landowner, the MLD may inspect the site of discovery. Within 48 hours of being granted access
to the site, the MLD may recommend means of treatment or disposition, with appropriate dignity, of the human
remains and associated grave goods.
2.6 Assembly Bill 52
California Assembly Bill 52, which took effect July 1, 2015, establishes a consultation process between California
Native American Tribes and lead agencies in order to address tribal concerns regarding project impacts and
mitigation to “tribal cultural resources” (TCR). Public Resources Code section 21074(a) defines TCRs and states
that a project that has the potential to cause a substantial adverse change to a TCR is a project that may have an
adverse effect on the environment. A TCR is defined as a site, feature, place, cultural landscape, sacred place, and
object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe that is either:
1. listed or eligible for listing in the CRHR or a local register of historical resources, or
2. determined by a lead agency to be a TCR.
2.7 Senate Bill No. 18
Senate Bill 18 amended Section 65351 of the Government Code and dictates the following:
During the preparation or amendment of the general plan, the planning agency shall provide
opportunities for the involvement of citizens California Native American Indian tribes, public
agencies, public utility companies, and civic, education, and other community groups, through
public hearings and any other means the city or county deems appropriate.
2.8 Chula Vista Historic Preservation Ordinance
The Historic Preservation Ordinance, as dictated in Chula Vista Municipal Code (Title 21), declares that the
identification, recognition, preservation, protection and adaptive reuse of Historical Resources are essential for the
health, prosperity, social and cultural enrichment, and general welfare of the citizens who l ive in, work and visit
Chula Vista. The purpose and intent of the Historic Preservation Ordinance is to serve, protect and enhance the
public health, safety and welfare through the following:
A. Serve as the regulatory document of the City’s Historic Preservation Program (HPP);
B. Promote and accomplish the historic preservation goals, policies, and strategies of the City’s General Plan;
C. Promote the recognition, preservation, protection and use of Historical Resources through Historical
Resource surveys and the designation of Historical Resources:
D. Preserve and enhance those Historical Resources that give Chula Vista its identity by utilizing the Secretary
of Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties;
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 6 FEBRUARY 2023
E. Honor Chula Vista’s rich history and heritage by designating significant Historical Resources and Historic
Preservation Districts that are associated with important historical events, persons, significant architecture,
and landscape elements;
F. Provide strong and safe neighborhoods by encouraging harmony as to style, form, proportion, and material
between Historical Resources and new construction that are located within designated Historic
Preservation Districts;
G. Provide for a sustainable environment through the preservation and protection of Resourc es and
neighborhoods that have Historical Significance;
H. Carry out the provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Certified Local Government
Program established under said act;
I. Establish the use of incentives and benefits for the protection, retention and preservation of Historical
Resources; and
J. Promote the recognition, preservation, protection and use of Historical Resources through education and
a HPP that is maintained up to date and valid.
Chapter 21.04.100 states that designation of historical resources by the Historic Preservation Commission may
occur when the following findings of fact are made:
A. A Resource is at least 45 years old; and
B. A Resource possesses historical Integrity defined under Chula Vista Municipal Code §21.03.084 an d the
Resource is determined to have historical significance by meeting at least one of the following criteria:
Criterion 1: It is associated with an event that is important to prehistory or history on a national, state,
regional, or local level.
Criterion 2: It is associated with a person or persons that have made significant contributions to prehistory
or history on a national, state or local level.
Criterion 3: It embodies that distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period, or method of construction, or
represents the work of a master or important, creative individual, and/or possesses high artistic values.
Criterion 4: It is an outstanding example of a publicly owned Historical Landscape, that represents the work
of a master landscape architect, horticulturalist, or landscape designer, or a publicly owned Historical
Landscape that has potential to provide important information to the further study of landscape
architecture or history.
Criterion 5: It has yielded, or may be likely to yield information important in prehistory or the history of Chula
Vista, the state, region, or nation.
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 7 FEBRUARY 2023
3 Methods
3.1 Records Search
Dudek conducted a records search at the SCIC at San Diego State University for the Project APE and a half-mile
buffer around the Project APE on July 27, 2022. The record search identified 35 previous cultural resources studies
that have been performed within a half-mile of the Project APE. Ten of these previous studies intersect the current
Project APE and are listed in Table 1 below. One study, SD-08086, consists of a cultural resources survey of the
Otay Ranch Commercial Center in 2002 (Underwood 2002). No cultural resources were identified during the study
and “no further consideration of cultural resources [was] considered necessary ” (Underwood 2002). None of the
other studies identified resources within the Project APE. The studies not listed in Table 1 are included in
Confidential Appendix A .
Table 1. Reports Intersecting Project APE
Report
Number Date Author Title
Label Year Publisher Title
SD-01364 1990 CALTRANS
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REPORT FOR PROPOSED
STATE ROUTE 125 FROM STATE ROUTE 905 (NEAR THE
SECOND BORDER CROSSING) TO STATE ROUTE 54
(NEAR THE SWEETWATER RESERVOIR), SAN DIEGO
COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.
SD-02690 1993 OGDEN
ENVIRONMENTAL
FINAL CULTURAL RESOURCES EVALUATION OF THE
23,088 ACRE OTAY RANCH, SAN DIEGO COUTY
SD-03795 1999
CITY OF CHULA
VISTA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
AN EVALUATION OF CULTURAL RESOURCES FOR THE
OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 11 PROJECT
SD-04657 1992
OGDEN
ENVIRONMENTAL
AND ENERGY
SERVICES CO., INC
DRAFT PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT.
OTAY RANCH
SD-06805 1987 TMI ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES
ARCHAEOLOGICAL OVERVIEW AND PLANNING
DOCUMENT FOR THE PROPOSED RANCHO OTAY
PROJECT
SD-07659 1990 CALTRANS
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REPORT FOR PROPOSED
STATE ROUTE 125 FROM STATE ROUTE 905(NEAR THE
SECOND BORDER CROSSING) TO STATE ROUTE
54(NEAR SWEETWATER RESERVOIR); 11-SD-125 P.M.
0.0/11.2
SD-08086 2002 EDAW, INC
DRAFT CULTURAL RESOURCES SURVEY FOR OTAY
RANCH FREEWAY COMMERCIAL PROJECT, SAN DIEGO,
CA
SD-11896 2008 MICHAEL BRANDMAN
ASSOCIATES
CULTURAL RESOURCES RECORDS SEARCH AND SITE
VISIT RESULTS FOR T-MOBILE USA CANDIDATE
SD06988A (OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER) 2015 BIRCH
ROAD, CHULA VISTA, SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 8 FEBRUARY 2023
SD-16472 2014 ACE
ENVIRONMENTAL
CULTURAL RESOURCE RECORDS SEARCH AND SITE
SURVEY AT&T SITE SD0838 OTAY RANCH TOWN
CENTER 2015 BIRCH ROAD, CHULA VISTA, SAN DIEGO
COUNTY, CALIFORNIA 91915, CASPR# 3601000868
The SCIC records search also revealed that no cultural resources have been recorded within the Project APE. The
records search identified six prehistoric artifact scatters, one prehistoric temporary camp, one historical refuse
scatter, and 17 prehistoric isolates within a half-mile of the Project APE (Table 2). The closest resource is P-37-
015122, an isolated prehistoric lithic core, located approximately 0.2 miles outside of the Project APE. No historic
addresses have been recorded within the Project APE. The results of the records search and all DPR forms are
located in Confidential Appendix A.
Table 2. Previously Recorded Cultural Resources within a Half-Mile of APE
Primary Number Trinomial Age Description Intersects APE
P-37-012271 SDI-012271 Historical Refuse scatter NO
P-37-012276 SDI-012276 Prehistoric Artifact scatter NO
P-37-012279 SDI-012279 Prehistoric Lithic scatter NO
P-37-012285 SDI-012285 Prehistoric Artifact scatter NO
P-37-012466 SDI-012466 Prehistoric Artifact scatter NO
P-37-012467 SDI-012467 Prehistoric Lithic scatter NO
P-37-015074 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015075 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic assay NO
P-37-015076 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015078 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-015079 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-015080 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-015119 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake tool NO
P-37-015122 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-015123 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015124 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015125 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015126 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-015127 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake tool NO
P-37-015138 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
P-37-024658 SDI-016355 Prehistoric Temporary camp NO
P-37-024663 SDI-016360 Prehistoric Artifact scatter NO
P-37-036026 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-036027 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic core NO
P-37-036028 Prehistoric Isolate - lithic flake NO
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 9 FEBRUARY 2023
3.2 Archival Research
Historic topographic maps and historic aerial images were reviewed to understand the development of the Project
APE and surrounding properties at historicaerials.com (NETR 2022). Historic aerial photographs of the Project APE
were available for 1953, 1964, 1966, 1971, 1978, 1980, 1981-1991, 1993-2000, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2009,
2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2019. The historic aerials from 1953 to 2000 shows the Project APE as agricultural
land surrounded by other agricultural parcels. In 2002 and 2003, adjacent parcels were cleared and levelled while
the Project APE continued to be used for agriculture. In 2005, the Project APE was leveled and adjacent lo ts had
been developed for residential use. By 2009, the Project APE had been completely developed into its current state.
Historic topographic maps showed no historic structures were located within the Project APE.
3.3 NAHC and Tribal Correspondence
A search of the NAHC Sacred Lands File was requested on July 14, 2022 for the Project APE and a half-mile buffer.
The SLF consists of a database of known Native American resources. These resources may not be included in SCIC
database. Dudek received a response on August 10, 2022. The NAHC results were positive and recommended
contacting the KCRC. Dudek emailed and spoke with KCRC representative Clint Linton on August 17 and 18, 2022,
respectively. Mr. Linton stated that he did not know of any sacred lands within the Project APE, however, due to the
positive NAHC results, he recommends that a Native American monitor attend the initial ground disturbance to
determine the cultural sensitivity. If the sensitivity is low, monitoring should be suspended. The NAHC response also
included a list of tribal representatives who should be contacted. Dudek mailed outreach letters to the listed
representatives on August 16, 2022 and is awaiting responses (Appendix B).
In compliance with Assembly Bill 52 and Senate Bill 18, the City, as lead agency, is responsible for conducting
government to government consultation with pertinent tribal entities. This letter will be revised to include
information obtained through consultation, as it becomes available.
3.4 Site Visit
Due to the developed nature of the APE and lack of surveyable ground surface, an intensive pedestria n survey of
the Project was not conducted. Instead, a Dudek archaeologist visited the site on August 18, 2022 and confirmed
that no undisturbed ground surfaces were visible. The Project APE is covered by buildings in the south, sports fields
in the north, and paved parking and landscaping throughout. No cultural resources were identified within the Project
APE.
No artifacts or features were identified during this survey and no structures are present in the Project APE; therefore,
there are no historical resources in the Project APE.
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 10 FEBRUARY 2023
4 Summary and Management Considerations
4.1 Archaeological Recommendations
Dudek’s cultural resources inventory of the Project indicates that there is low sensitivity for identifying intact
subsurface archaeological deposits during Project implementation. The SCIC records search did not identify any
resources within the Project APE and the review of historic aerial photographs showed extensive disturbance of the
Project APE during the development of the existing commercial center. A previous cultural resources study was
conducted prior to the current development and it did not identify any cultural resources and recommended no
further consideration for cultural resources (Underwood 2002). The NAHC reviewed the SLF and stated that the
results were positive but there was no indication of where resources were located in relation to the Project APE.
KCRC representative Clint Linton said that he did not know of any sacred sites within the Project APE, however, due
to the positive NAHC results, he recommends that a Native American monitor attend the initial ground disturbance
to determine the cultural sensitivity. No other information has been received from tribal representatives listed in
the NAHC response.
As there are no cultural resources in the APE, no historical resources, as defined under CEQA, will be impacted by
the Project. This includes no direct, indirect, or cumulative impacts. As such, Dudek does not recommend any
further cultural review for the Project. However, the City should consider the recommendation of KCRC
representative Clint Linton and any information gathered during tribal consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
Unanticipated Discovery of Archaeological Resources
In the event that archaeological resources (sites, features, or artifacts) are exposed during construction activities
for the Project, all construction work occurring within 100 feet of the find shall immediately stop until a qualified
archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards can evaluate the
significance of the find. Construction activities may continue in other areas, but should be redirected a safe distance
from the find. If the new discovery is evaluated and found to be significant under CEQA and avoidance is not feasible,
additional work such as data recovery may be warranted. In such an event, a data recovery plan should be
developed by the qualified archaeologist in consultation with the City and Native American representatives, if
applicable. Ground disturbing work can continue in the area of the find only after impacts to the resources have
been mitigated and with City approval.
Unanticipated Discovery of Human Remains
In accordance with Section 7050.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, if human remains are found, the
County Coroner shall be immediately notified of the discovery. No further excavation or disturbance of the site or
any nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie adjacent remains shall occur until the appropriate treatment and
disposition of the human remains. If the County Coroner determines that the remains are, or are believ ed to be,
Native American, he or she shall notify the NAHC in Sacramento within 24 hours. In accordance with California
Public Resources Code Section 5097.98, the NAHC must immediately notify the person or persons it believes to be
the MLD from the deceased Native American. The MLD shall complete inspection within 48 hours of being granted
access to the site and make recommendations for the treatment and disposition, in consultation with the property
owner, of the human remains.
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 11 FEBRUARY 2023
Should you have any questions relating to this report and its findings, please do not hesitate to contact me at
760.815.7067 or mdecarlo@dudek.com.
Sincerely,
__________________________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
Att.: Figure 1. Project Location
Figure 2. Area of Potential Effect
National Archaeological Database Information Sheet
Confidential Appendix A, SCIC Records Search Results
Appendix B, Tribal Correspondence
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
12919 12 FEBRUARY 2023
5 References
City of Chula Vista 2011. The Historic Preservation Program. Title 21, Ordinance 3196. Chula Vista, CA.
NETR (National Environmental Title Research, LLC) 2022. Area search for: Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, CA. Accessed
August 14, 2022. http://www.historicaerials.com/.
Underwood, J. 2002. Cultural Resources Survey for Otay Ranch Freeway Commercial Project, San Diego, California.
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NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL DATABASE (NADB) INFORMATION
12919
FEBRUARY 2023
National Archaeological Database (NADB) Information
Authors: Matthew DeCarlo M.A.
Firm: Dudek
Project Proponent: City of Chula Vista
Report Date: February 2023
Report Title: Cultural Resources Inventory Report for the Otay Ranch Town Center Redevelopment
Project, Chula Vista, California
Type of Study: Cultural Resources Inventory
Resources: None
USGS Quads: Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, California, Section 02, 03, 10, and 11 of Township 18
South, Range 1
Acreage: 38.3
Permit Numbers: N/A
Keywords: Inventory, City of Chula Vista
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
Confidential Appendix A
SCIC Records Search Results
12919
FEBRUARY 2023
TO: MR. PETERS
SUBJECT: CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY REPORT FOR THE OTAY RANCH TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA
21919 FEBRUARY 2023
Appendix B
Tribal Correspondence
SLF&Contactsform: rev: 05/07/14
Sacred Lands File & Native American Contacts List Request
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
1550 Harbor Blvd, Suite 100
West Sacramento, CA 95501
(916) 373-3710
(916) 373-5471 – Fax
nahc@nahc.ca.gov
Information Below is Required for a Sacred Lands File Search
Project:
County:
USGS Quadrangle
Name:
Township: Range: Section(s):
Company/Firm/Agency:
Contact Person:
Street Address:
City: Zip:
Phone: Extension:
Fax:
Email:
Project Description:
Project Location Map is attached
STATE OF CALIFORNIA Gavin Newsom, Governor
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Page 1 of 1
August 10, 2022
Matthew DeCarlo
Dudek
Via Email to: mdecarlo@dudek.com
Re: Otay Ranch Town Center Redevelopment Project, San Diego County
Dear Mr. DeCarlo:
A record search of the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) Sacred Lands File (SLF)
was completed for the information submitted for the above referenced project. The results
were positive. Please contact the Kumeyaay Cultural Repatriation Committee via phone at
(760) 803-5694 for information. Please note that tribes do not always record their sacred sites in
the SLF, nor are they required to do so. A SLF search is not a substitute for consultation with tribes
that are traditionally and culturally affiliated with a project’s geographic area. Other sources of
cultural resources should also be contacted for information regarding known and recorded
sites, such as the appropriate regional California Historical Research Information System (CHRIS)
archaeological Information Center for the presence of recorded archaeological sites.
Attached is a list of Native American tribes who may also have knowledge of cultural resources
in the project area. This list should provide a starting place in locating areas of potential
adverse impact within the proposed project area. Please contact all of those listed; if they
cannot supply information, they may recommend others with specific knowledge. By
contacting all those listed, your organization will be better able to respond to claims of failure to
consult with the appropriate tribe. If a response has not been received within two weeks of
notification, the Commission requests that you follow-up with a telephone call or email to
ensure that the project information has been received.
If you receive notification of change of addresses and phone numbers from tribes, please notify
the NAHC. With your assistance, we can assure that our lists contain current information.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at my email
address: Cody.Campagne@nahc.ca.gov.
Sincerely,
Cody Campagne
Cultural Resources Analyst
Attachment
CHAIRPERSON
Laura Miranda
Luiseño
VICE CHAIRPERSON
Reginald Pagaling
Chumash
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Russell Attebery
Karuk
SECRETARY
Sara Dutschke
Miwok
COMMISSIONER
William Mungary
Paiute/White Mountain
Apache
COMMISSIONER
Isaac Bojorquez
Ohlone-Costanoan
COMMISSIONER
Buffy McQuillen
Yokayo Pomo, Yuki,
Nomlaki
COMMISSIONER
Wayne Nelson
Luiseño
COMMISSIONER
Stanley Rodriguez
Kumeyaay
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Raymond C.
Hitchcock
Miwok/Nisenan
NAHC HEADQUARTERS
1550 Harbor Boulevard
Suite 100
West Sacramento,
California 95691
(916) 373-3710
nahc@nahc.ca.gov
NAHC.ca.gov
Barona Group of the Capitan
Grande
Raymond Welch, Chairperson
1095 Barona Road
Lakeside, CA, 92040
Phone: (619) 443 - 6612
Fax: (619) 443-0681
counciloffice@barona-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Campo Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
Ralph Goff, Chairperson
36190 Church Road, Suite 1
Campo, CA, 91906
Phone: (619) 478 - 9046
Fax: (619) 478-5818
rgoff@campo-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Ewiiaapaayp Band of Kumeyaay
Indians
Michael Garcia, Vice Chairperson
4054 Willows Road
Alpine, CA, 91901
Phone: (619) 933 - 2200
Fax: (619) 445-9126
michaelg@leaningrock.net
Diegueno
Ewiiaapaayp Band of Kumeyaay
Indians
Robert Pinto, Chairperson
4054 Willows Road
Alpine, CA, 91901
Phone: (619) 368 - 4382
Fax: (619) 445-9126
ceo@ebki-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel
Virgil Perez, Chairperson
P.O. Box 130
Santa Ysabel, CA, 92070
Phone: (760) 765 - 0845
Fax: (760) 765-0320
Diegueno
Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel
Clint Linton, Director of Cultural
Resources
P.O. Box 507
Santa Ysabel, CA, 92070
Phone: (760) 803 - 5694
clint@redtailenvironmental.com
Diegueno
Inaja-Cosmit Band of Indians
Rebecca Osuna, Chairperson
2005 S. Escondido Blvd.
Escondido, CA, 92025
Phone: (760) 737 - 7628
Fax: (760) 747-8568
Diegueno
Jamul Indian Village
Lisa Cumper, Tribal Historic
Preservation Officer
P.O. Box 612
Jamul, CA, 91935
Phone: (619) 669 - 4855
lcumper@jiv-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Jamul Indian Village
Erica Pinto, Chairperson
P.O. Box 612
Jamul, CA, 91935
Phone: (619) 669 - 4785
Fax: (619) 669-4817
epinto@jiv-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Kwaaymii Laguna Band of
Mission Indians
Carmen Lucas,
P.O. Box 775
Pine Valley, CA, 91962
Phone: (619) 709 - 4207
Kwaaymii
Diegueno
La Posta Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
Gwendolyn Parada, Chairperson
8 Crestwood Road
Boulevard, CA, 91905
Phone: (619) 478 - 2113
Fax: (619) 478-2125
LP13boots@aol.com
Diegueno
La Posta Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
Javaughn Miller, Tribal
Administrator
8 Crestwood Road
Boulevard, CA, 91905
Phone: (619) 478 - 2113
Fax: (619) 478-2125
jmiller@LPtribe.net
Diegueno
1 of 2
This list is current only as of the date of this document. Distribution of this list does not relieve any person of statutory responsibility as defined in Section 7050.5 of
the Health and Safety Code, Section 5097.94 of the Public Resource Section 5097.98 of the Public Resources Code.
This list is only applicable for contacting local Native Americans with regard to cultural resources assessment for the proposed Otay Ranch Town Center
Redevelopment Project, San Diego County.
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Native American Contact List
San Diego County
8/10/2022
Manzanita Band of Kumeyaay
Nation
Angela Elliott Santos, Chairperson
P.O. Box 1302
Boulevard, CA, 91905
Phone: (619) 766 - 4930
Fax: (619) 766-4957
Diegueno
Mesa Grande Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
Michael Linton, Chairperson
P.O Box 270
Santa Ysabel, CA, 92070
Phone: (760) 782 - 3818
Fax: (760) 782-9092
mesagrandeband@msn.com
Diegueno
San Pasqual Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
Allen Lawson, Chairperson
P.O. Box 365
Valley Center, CA, 92082
Phone: (760) 749 - 3200
Fax: (760) 749-3876
allenl@sanpasqualtribe.org
Diegueno
San Pasqual Band of Diegueno
Mission Indians
John Flores, Environmental
Coordinator
P. O. Box 365
Valley Center, CA, 92082
Phone: (760) 749 - 3200
Fax: (760) 749-3876
johnf@sanpasqualtribe.org
Diegueno
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay
Nation
Cody Martinez, Chairperson
1 Kwaaypaay Court
El Cajon, CA, 92019
Phone: (619) 445 - 2613
Fax: (619) 445-1927
ssilva@sycuan-nsn.gov
Kumeyaay
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay
Nation
Kristie Orosco, Kumeyaay
Resource Specialist
1 Kwaaypaay Court
El Cajon, CA, 92019
Phone: (619) 445 - 6917
Kumeyaay
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay
Indians
Ernest Pingleton, Tribal Historic
Officer, Resource Management
1 Viejas Grade Road
Alpine, CA, 91901
Phone: (619) 659 - 2314
epingleton@viejas-nsn.gov
Diegueno
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay
Indians
John Christman, Chairperson
1 Viejas Grade Road
Alpine, CA, 91901
Phone: (619) 445 - 3810
Fax: (619) 445-5337
Diegueno
2 of 2
This list is current only as of the date of this document. Distribution of this list does not relieve any person of statutory responsibility as defined in Section 7050.5 of
the Health and Safety Code, Section 5097.94 of the Public Resource Section 5097.98 of the Public Resources Code.
This list is only applicable for contacting local Native Americans with regard to cultural resources assessment for the proposed Otay Ranch Town Center
Redevelopment Project, San Diego County.
PROJ-2022-
004820
08/10/2022 02:18 PM
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San Diego County
8/10/2022
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. John Christman, Chairperson
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians
1 Viejas Grade Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Christman,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
Records Search
Otay Ranch Town Center Redevelopment Project
SOURCE: USGS 7.5-Minute Series Jamul Mountains, Otay Mesa Quadrangles
Township 18S; Range 1W; Sections 02, 03, 10, 11
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August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Lisa Cumper, THPO
Jamul Indian Village
P.O. Box 612
Jamul, CA 91935
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Cumper,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. John Flores, Environmental Coordinator
San Pasqual Band of Diegueno Mission Indians
P.O. Box 365
Valley Center, CA 92082
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Flores,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Michael Garcia, Vice Chairperson
Ewiiaapaayp Tribe
4054 Willows Road
Alpine, CA 91901
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Garcia,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Ralph Goff, Chairperson
Campo Band of Diegueno Mission Indians
36190 Church Road, Suite 1
Campo, CA 91906
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Goff,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Allen E. Lawson, Chairperson
San Pasqual Band of Diegueno Mission Indians
P.O. Box 365
Valley Center, CA 92082
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Lawson,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Clint Linton, Director of Cultural Resources
Ipay Nation of Santa Ysabel
P.O. Box 507
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Linton,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Michael Linton, Chairperson
Mesa Grande Band of Dieguneo Mission Indians
P.O. Box 270
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Linton,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Carmen Lucas,
Kwaaymii Laguna Band of Mission Indians
P.O. Box 775
Pine Valley, CA 91962
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Lucas,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Cody Martinez, Chairperson
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
1 Kwaaypaay Court
El Cajon, CA 92019
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Martinez,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Javaughn Miller, Tribal Administrator
La Posta Band of Diegueno Mission Indians
8 Crestwood Rd.
Boulevard, CA 91905
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Miller,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Kristie Orosco, Resource Specialist
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
1 Kwaaypaay Court
El Cajon, CA 92019
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Orosco,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Rebecca Osuna, Chairperson
Inaja-Cosmit Band of Indians
2005 S. Escondido Blvd.
Escondido, CA 92025
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Osuna,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Gwendolyn Parada, Chairperson
La Posta Band of Diegueno Mission Indians
8 Crestwood Rd.
Boulevard, CA 91905
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Parada,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Virgil Perez, Chairperson
Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel
P.O. Box 130
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Perez,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Ernest Pingleton, Tribal Historic Officer
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians
1 Viejas Grade Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Pingleton,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Robert Pinto, Chairperson
Ewiaapaayp Tribe
4054 Willow Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Pinto,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Erica Pinto, Chairperson
Jamul Indian Village
P.O. Box 612
Jamul, CA 91935
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Pinto,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Ms. Angela Elliott Santos, Chairperson
Manzanita Band of Kumeyaay Nation
P.O. Box 1302
Boulevard, CA 91905
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Ms. Santos,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com
August 16, 2022 12919
Mr. Raymond Welch, Chairperson
Barona Group of the Capitan Grande
1095 Barona Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
Subject: Information Request for the Otay Ranch Town Center Project in the City of
Chula Vista , CA , San Diego County, California
Dear Mr. Welch, Sr.,
A private developer proposes the development of a current commercial lot into a mix-use commercial and
residential community in the City of Chula Vista, CA. The area falls within Section 03 and 10 of Township 18S/
Range 1W of the Jamul Mountains and Otay Mesa, CA 1:24,000 USGS maps (Figure 1).
The Native American Heritage Commission conducted a Sacred Lands file search. The results were positive but no
information was given indicating where or what resources are present. I am writing as part of the cultural inventory
process in order find out if you, or your tribal community, have any knowledge of cultural resources or places that
may be impacted by the proposed project. This letter does not constitute formal government to government
consultation pursuant to Assembly Bill 52.
If you have any information or concerns pertaining to such information, please contact me.
Respectfully,
_____________________
Matthew DeCarlo, M.A.
Archaeologist
DUDEK
Phone: (760) 815-7067
Email: mdecarlo@dudek.com