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Date:Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
Location:Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
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Gov. Code § 84308 Regulations: To promote transparency and fairness in the governmental decision-making
process, there are rules to prevent public officials from being unfairly influenced by contributors to their
campaigns. The type of activity these laws were enacted to limit is often referred to as “pay-to-play,” and is
governed in California by Government Code section 84308. Parties to any proceedings involving a “license,
permit, or other entitlement for use,” as that term is defined in the Political Reform Act, pending before the City
Council must disclose any campaign contribution over $500 (aggregated) within the preceding 12 months
made by the party, their agent, and those required to be aggregated with their contributions under Gov. Code
§ 82015.5. The disclosure must include the amount contributed and the name(s) of the contributor(s). "G.C. §
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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Time Allotted for Speaking (subject to change by the presiding officer)
- Consent Calendar (any or all items): 3 minutes
- Agenda Items (not on Consent): 3 minutes
- General Public Comment (not on agenda): 3 minutes
Individuals who use a translator will be allotted twice the time.
General Public Comments: Twenty-one (21) minutes are scheduled near the beginning of the meeting. The
first seven (7) speakers will be heard during the first Public Comment period. If additional speakers are
registered, they will be heard during the continued Public Comment period. If all registered speakers present
at the time address the City Council during the first Public Comment period, there will be no continued period.
Submitting Request to Speak: A request to speak must be submitted to the City Clerk before the close of the
public comment period on an item or before the close of the general Public Comments for non-agenda items.
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. Before the vote, there is no separate discussion of
these items unless a member of the City Council or staff removes the item from the Consent Calendar.
Public Comment provides an opportunity to address the City Council on any matter not listed on the agenda
that is within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Under the Brown Act, the City Council cannot take action on
matters not listed on the agenda.
Public Hearings are held on matters specifically required by law.
Action Items are items expected to cause discussion and/or action by the City Council but do not legally
require a public hearing.
Closed Session may only be attended by members of the City Council, support staff, legal counsel, and others
specified on the agenda. Closed session may be held in very limited circumstances as authorized by law.
CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
Resolutions are formal expressions of opinion or intention of the City Council and are usually effective
immediately.
Ordinances are laws adopted by the City Council. Ordinances usually amend, repeal, or supplement the
Municipal Code; provide zoning specifications; or appropriate money for specific purposes. Most ordinances
require two hearings and 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.
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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
Charter Review Commission
- Guillermo A. Castillo
Health Wellness and Aging Commission
- Juan Guerrero
4.2 Presentation of a Proclamation Proclaiming April as Arab American Heritage Month in the City
of Chula Vista
4.3 Presentation of a Proclamation Proclaiming April as Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month in the
City of Chula Vista
5.CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.6)
Consent calendar items are considered together and acted upon by one motion. There is no separate
discussion of these items unless the Mayor or a City Councilmember removes the item from the
consent calendar. Items removed from the consent calendar will be heard as action items.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the recommended action on the below consent calendar items.
5.1 Approve Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the minutes dated: March 18, 2025
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 Acceptance of the General Plan 2024 Annual Progress Report and Submission to the State of
California
Report Number: 25-0056
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Development Services
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
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:
Accept the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2024.
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5.4 Gaming Operations: Approve an Updated Operating Agreement with Seven Mile Casino
Report Number: 25-0059
Location: 285 Bay Boulevard
Department: City Manager
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: Yes
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 a resolution approving an updated operating agreement with Seven Mile Casino.
5.5 Measure P Citizens Oversight Committee: Amend the Municipal Code Related to Measure P
Citizens Oversight Committee Terms, Ratify the Changes to Member Terms, and Accept the
Revised Local Appointments List
Report Number: 25-0050
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: City Manager/City Clerk
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
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:
A) Place an ordinance on first reading amending Chula Vista Municipal Code section 2.61.070
related to the terms of the Measure P Citizens Oversight Committee members; B) Adopt a
resolution ratifying changes to seated members’ terms; and C) Adopt a resolution accepting
the revised Local Appointments List for board, commission, and committee terms expiring in
calendar year 2025.
5.6 Lease Agreement: Approve a Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement with SBCS for
City-Owned Property at 430 F Street
Report Number: 25-0066
Location: 430 F Street
Department: City Manager
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: Yes
Environmental Notice: The Project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to California
Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines Section 15301 Class 1 (Existing Facilities).
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution approving a second amendment to the lease agreement between the City of
Chula Vista and SBCS for City-owned property at 430 F Street.
6.PUBLIC COMMENTS
Twenty-one minutes are scheduled for the public to address the City Council for three minutes each on
any matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council that is not on the agenda. The remaining speakers,
if any, will be heard during the continued Public Comment period.
7.PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.1 Code Update - Amend Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit
Regulations to Align with State Law
Report Number: 25-0082
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Development Services
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: Yes
Environmental Notice: The Project qualifies for an Exemption pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3)
of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Conduct the public hearing and place an ordinance on first reading amending Chula Vista
Municipal Code Title 19 (Planning and Zoning) Sections 19.58.022 (Accessory Dwelling Units)
and 19.58.023 (Junior Accessory Dwelling Units). (First Reading)
8.ACTION ITEMS
8.1 Consider Items Removed From the Consent Calendar, if Any
Consider items removed from the consent calendar by the Mayor or a City Councilmember, if
any. If no items were removed from the consent calendar, this item will be withdrawn.
8.2 Legislative Platform: Approve the 2025-2026 Legislative Platform
Report Number: 25-0070
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: City Manager
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
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 a resolution approving the 2025-2026 Legislative Platform.
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9.PUBLIC COMMENTS (CONTINUED)
There will be no continued Public Comment period if all speakers present at the first Public Comment
period are heard.
10.CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
11.MAYOR’S REPORTS
11.1 Consider Adopting a Resolution in Support of Senate Bill 569 (Blakespear), "Department of
Transportation: homeless encampments"
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
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:
Consider adopting the resolution.
12.COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS
13.CITY CLERK'S REPORTS
14.CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
14.1 Report and Discussion Regarding Options to Modify City Council Policy 111-02 Regarding
Special Orders of the Day and Proclamations
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
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:
Hear the report and provide feedback.
15.CLOSED SESSION
Announcements of actions taken in closed session shall be made available by noon on the next
business day following the City Council meeting at the City Attorney's office in accordance with the
Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code 54957.7)
15.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: Devon Phillps v. Sgt. P. White, et al., United States District Court, Case No.
22cv1343-WQH-WVG
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16.ADJOURNMENT
to the regular City Council meeting on April 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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NOTICE OF REVIEW AND PENDING APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP:
In accordance with California Government Code Section 66458(d), notice is hereby given that the City
Engineer has reviewed and, immediately following this City Council meeting of April 1, 2025, will
approve the following final map:
Chula Vista Tract No. 22-0003, 750 Main Street, Final Map to subdivide the existing 8.21-acre parcel
into 7 individual lots.
Final Map (PRJ24-001)
Specifically, the City Engineer has caused the map to be examined and has made the following
findings:
•The map substantially conforms to the approved tentative map, any approved alternations
thereof, and any conditions of approval imposed with said tentative map.
•The map complies with the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act and any local ordinances
applicable at the time of approval of the tentative map.
•The map is technically correct.
Said map will be finalized and recorded, unless an interested party files a valid appeal of the City
Engineer’s action to City Council no later than 2:00 p.m., 10 calendar days from the date of this City
Council meeting. A valid appeal must identify the improper/incorrect finding and the basis for such
conclusion.
If you have questions about the map approval findings or need additional information about the map or
your appeal rights, please feel free to contact Rima Thomas at rthomas@chulavistaca.gov
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