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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
August 23, 2005
6:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6: 12
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue,
Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
Councilmembers:
McCann, Rindone, and Mayor Padilla
ABSENT:
Councilmembers:
Castaneda, Davis (both excused)
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Moore, and City Clerk
Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
. OATH OF OFFICE:
Jeanne Highhouse, Child Care Commission
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath of office, and Councilmember McCann presented Ms.
Highhouse with a certificate of appointment.
. PRESENTATION BY JACK BLAKELY, DIRECTOR OF THE DOWNTOWN
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION, OF A $1,500 DONATION TO THE CHULA VISTA
ANIMAL CARE FACILITY FROM THE PET FEST 2005 PROCEEDS
Ms. Moctezuma, President of the Downtown Business Association, presented the Mayor and
Council with the donation check.
. RECOGNITION BY POLICE CHIEF EMERSON OF DETECTIVE MARK JONES
FOR BEING AWARDED THE "'POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR" AWARD FOR
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Chief Emerson recognized Detective Jones and higWighted his accomplishments that lead to the
award.
. INTRODUCTION BY POLICE CHIEF EMERSON OF WILLIAM JERNIGAN,
RECENTLY HIRED LATERAL PEACE OFFICER
Chief Emerson introduced Officer Jernigan and presented him with his new badge. City Clerk
Bigelow administered the oath of office.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
· PRESENTATION BY POLICE CHIEF EMERSON REGARDING THE
INSTALLATION OF SECURITY CAMERAS AT ALL THREE CHULA VISTA
TROLLEY STATIONS
Councilmember Rindone and Chief Emerson provided a brief overview on the installation of the
cameras. Mr. Jablonski, Chief Executive Officer of Metropolitan Transit Systems, introduced
Director of Transit System Security, Mr. Burke, who provided a brief presentation on the closed
circuit television program. Councilmember Rindone requested this update be disseminated to
the public via the City publication and announcement process.
The presentation to Ms. Worth was heard prior to the Presentation by Mr. McAllister.
· PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION TO BARBARA WORTH FOR HER YEARS
OF SERVICE ON THE CHULA VISTA HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION
Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Councilmember McCann presented it to Ms. Worth.
· PRESENTATION BY DAN MCALLISTER, SAN DIEGO COUNTY
TREASURER/TAX COLLECTOR, REGARDING PROPERTY TAX UPDATES
San Diego County Treasurer/Tax Collector McAllister provided an update on the new billing
format.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items I through II)
Mayor Padilla announced that Item 6 would be continued to September 20, 2005.
Councilmember Rindone requested that Items 2, 3, 4, and 9 be pulled for discussion.
Councilmember McCann requested discussion on Item 3 and stated that he would abstain ITom
voting on Item 10, as his residence is within 500 feet of the parade location.
Mayor Padilla announced that, due to the lack of a quorum to vote on Item 10, it would be
continued to the meeting of September 13, 2005.
Mayor Padilla moved to excuse the absences of Deputy Mayor Davis and Councilmember
Castaneda. The motion carried 3-0.
I. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A. Letter of resignation from John Chavez, Member of the Resource Conservation
Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to
post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act.
B. Letter of resignation from Pamela Bensoussan, Member of the Resource
Conservation Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to
post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
C. Letter of resignation from Gary Nordstrom, Member of the Growth Management
Oversight Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to
post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act.
D. Letter of resignation from Jesse Navarro, Member ofthe Board of Ethics.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to
post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act.
E. Letter of resignation from Walter Tubbs, Member of the Cultural Arts
Commission.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to
post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-280, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FINAL "B" MAPS OF CHULA VISTA
TRACT NO. 05-07, MCMILLIN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE SEVEN R-lA, R-IB, AND
R-5; ACCEPTING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, THE
EASEMENTS GRANTED ON THE MAPS WITHIN THE SUBDIVISIONS;
ACCEPTING ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC, THE PUBLIC STREETS SHOWN
THEREON; AND APPROVING THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENTS FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED BY
THE SUBDIVISIONS; AND APPROVING THE ASSOCIATED SUPPLEMENTAL
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, REQUIRING DEVELOPER TO
COMPLY WITH CERTAIN UNFULFILLED CONDITIONS OF RESOLUTION NO.
2004-331
Adoption of the resolution approves three Final "B" Maps within Otay Ranch Village
Seven, three subdivision improvement agreements, and the supplemental subdivision
improvement agreement for Otay Ranch Village Seven R-lA, R-IB, and R-5. (City
Engineer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
6. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
WAIVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AS IMPRACTICAL AND
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND "I
LOVE A CLEAN SAN DIEGO, INC." FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND
IMPLEMENTATION OF STORM WATER PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
PROGRAMS, REQUIRED PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT
DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) MUNICIPAL PERMIT, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF
THE CITY (Continued from August 9, 2005)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Permit (Order
No. 2001-01) issued by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (Regional
Board) requires co-permittees to implement, among other things, public education and
outreach programs with the goal of increasing public awareness regarding protection and
improvement of regional and local water resources and preservation of their beneficial
uses. Staff has determined that, in order to enhance existing activities and increase the
overall effectiveness of the City's compliance program, the NPDES public education and
outreach program must be broadened to include all stakeholders, including environmental
groups, local water agencies, local schools, businesses, developers, community groups,
the Nature Center, and others. (Director of Public Works Operations)
Staff recommendation: Council continue this item to September 20,2005.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-281, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE PER CAPITA GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE CALIFORNIA CLEAN
WATER, CLEAN AIR, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND COASTAL
PROTECTION ACT OF 2002
The City received notification from the State of California regarding the allocations for
the 2002 Resource Bond Act Per Capita Grant Program. Chula Vista's allocation for this
program is $840,000. Grant funds are available for expenditure on a reimbursement basis
by the applicant (the City) after a fully executed contract with the State Department of
Parks and Recreation Department is secured via the application process. (Director of
General Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-282, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE ROBERTI-Z'BERG-HARRIS BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
AND COASTAL PROTECTION ACT OF 2002
The City received notification trom the State of California regarding the allocations for
the 2002 Resource Bond Act Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Block Grant Program. Chula Vista's
allocation for this program is $516,930. Grant funds are available for expenditure on a
reimbursement basis by the applicant (the City) after a fully executed contract with the
State Department of Parks and Recreation Department is secured via the application
process. (Director of General Services)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
10. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING REQUESTS FROM BONITA BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT THE BONITAFEST AND BONITAFEST PARADE
ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2005, AND WAIVING ASSOCIATED FEES FOR
POLICE SERVICE AND TRANSIT BUS SERVICE
The Bonitafest Committee and its sponsoring organization, the Bonita Business and
Professional Association (BBPA), is requesting pennission to conduct the 33rd Annual
Bonitafest on Saturday, September 24, 2005. (Chief of Police)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
II. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-283, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING CONDITIONAL TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF PORTION OF RANCHO DEL REY PARKWAY ON SEPTEMBER 10
AND 11,2005 FOR THE ORANGE CRATE DERBY
The Bonita Orange Crate Derby Committee of the Bonita Valley Lions Club is requesting
pennission for temporary street closure on Rancho Del Rey Parkway on September 10
and 11,2005, to conduct its 26th Annual Orange Crate Derby. (Chief of Police)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla moved to approve staffs recommendations on Items 1,5,7, 8 and
11, headings read, texts waived, with Items 6 and 10 continued and Items 2, 3, 4
and 9 pulled for discussion. The motion carried 3-0.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
William Claycomb, President and CEO of Save Our Bay Inc., suggested Council obtain a legal
opinion on potential liability resulting from global warming regarding the proposed bayfront
development plan. He also suggested Council consider building a solar factory as mitigation.
Tomy Stenvall, owner of Amsweda Recycling, requested Council assistance due to his business
being tagged by Code Enforcement.
Mayor Padilla recessed the meeting to the Adjourned Regular Meetings of the City Council and
Redevelopment Agency and Special Meeting of the Housing Authority at 7:21 p.m. Mayor
Padilla reconvened the meeting of the City Council at 7:24 p.m. with Councilmembers McCann
and Rindone present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. CONSIDERATION OF THE FORMATION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT 12-1 (MCMILLIN-OTAY RANCH-VILLAGE SEVEN),
AUTHORIZATION TO LEVY SPECIAL TAXES AND INCUR A BONDED
INDEBTEDNESS SECURED BY SUCH SPECIAL TAXES
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Community Facilities District (CFD) 12-1 will fund the construction of public facilities.
In addition, a portion of the proceeds may be used for certain transportation projects, as
directed by the City. Adoption of the resolutions continues the formal proceedings
leading to the establishment of Community Facilities District No. 12-1 and authorizes,
subject to the approval of the qualified electors, the levy of special taxes and issuance of
bonds secured by the levy of such special taxes. (City Engineer)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing. With no members of the public wishing to speak,
Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing.
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla offered Resolution Nos. 2005-285 and 2005-286 for adoption,
headings read, texts waived:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-285, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FORMING AND
ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 12-1
(MCMILLIN-OTAY RANCH-VILLAGE SEVEN), AND
AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS THEREOF
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-286, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DECLARING
NECESSITY TO INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS FOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 12-1 (MCMILLIN-OTAY
RANCH-VILLAGE SEVEN), SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED
ELECTORS OF SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
SEPARATE PROPOSITIONS TO AUTHORIZE SUCH COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT TO INCUR A BONDED INDEBTEDNESS
SECURED BY THE LEVY OF SUCH SPECIAL TAX TO FINANCE
CERTAIN TYPES OF PUBLIC FACILITIES AND TO ESTABLISH AN
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT, AND GIVING NOTICE THEREON
The motion carried 3-0.
13. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE 2898, RELATING TO
THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE PROGRAM FOR
OTA Y RANCH VILLAGE I I
The original Pedestrian Bridge Development Impact Fee Program for Otay Ranch Village
I I was created to finance half of the construction cost of two pedestrian over-crossings
for Otay Ranch Village I I, the Hunte Parkway over-crossing and the Eastlake Parkway
over-crossing. The remaining cost of the pedestrian over-crossings will be funded by the
adjacent projects as a condition of development. Adoption of the ordinance approves an
update to the Pedestrian Bridge Development Impact Fee Program for Otay Ranch
Village I I to account for construction cost increases. (City Engineer)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing. With no members of the public wishing to speak,
Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-287 for adoption and the
following ordinance for first reading, headings read, texts waived:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-287, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A
REPORT PREPARED BY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING &
FINANCING GROUP, RECOMMENDING AN UPDATE TO THE
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE PROGRAM
FOR OT A Y RANCH VILLAGE II
B. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 2898, RELATING TO THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE PROGRAM FOR OTAY RANCH
VILLAGE II (FIRST READING)
14. CONSIDERATION OF THE APPLICANT'S APPEAL OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS
OF APPROVAL MADE BY THE CITY'S DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR A
PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE EASTLAKE DESIGN DISTRICT
(APPLICANT: INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE)
The applicant, International Real Estate, has submitted an appeal of certain conditions of
approval made by the City's Design Review Committee for a planned sign program for
the EastLake Design District. (Director of Planning and Building)
Associate Planner Steichen presented the staff report.
Applicant Voght made a presentation in support of his appeal.
Dan Beck, homeowner to the east of the project, spoke in opposition to the requested signage,
citing potential impacts on his home and neighborhood.
Robert Rubio, homeowner to the east of the project, spoke in opposition to the requested signage,
siting potential impacts on his home and neighborhood.
Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing.
General discussion ensued.
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla moved to continue the public hearing to September 13, 2005. The
motion carried 3-0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
15. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
GENERAL PLAN TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF
APPROXIMATELY 13.3 ACRES FROM RESEARCH & LIMITED INDUSTRIAL TO
RETAIL COMMERCIAL; AND CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE
EASTLAKE II GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN, EASTLAKE I VILLAGE
CENTER NORTH SUPPLEMENTAL SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA PLAN,
EASTLAKE II PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS AND LAND
USE DISTRICTS MAP, AND ASSOCIATED REGULATORY DOCUMENTS
The applicant, Sudberry Properties, Inc., has submitted applications to amend the City's
General Plan and EastLake Planned Community Regulatory documents to change the
land use designation of approximately 13.3 acres at the northwest corner of EastLake
Parkway and Miller Drive trom Research and Limited Manufacturing to Retail
Commercial. (Director of Planning and Building)
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing.
Associate Planner Donn provided the staff report.
With no members of the public wishing to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the hearing.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-288 for adoption and the
following ordinance for first reading, headings read, texts waived:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-288, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING THE
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND MITIGATION
MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM IS-04-027;
APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN,
EASTLAKE II GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AND THE
EASTLAKE I VILLAGE CENTER NORTH SUPPLEMENTAL
SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) PLAN, AND ASSOCIATED
REGULATORY DOCUMENTS FOR THE NORTHERLY 13.3 ACRES
AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF EASTLAKE PARKWAY AND
MILLER DRIVE INTERSECTION
B. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING
AMENDMENTS TO THE EASTLAKE II PLANNED COMMUNITY
DISTRICT REGULATIONS AND LAND USE DISTRICTS MAP FOR
13.3 ACRES AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MILLER DRIVE
TERMINUS AND EASTLAKE P ARKW A Y (FIRST READING)
The motion carried 3-0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
16. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT OF THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGE
SEVEN SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) PLAN PLANNED COMMUNITY
DISTRICT REGULATIONS TO RE-ZONE A PORTION OF NEIGHBORHOOD R-2
FROM SF-4 TO RM-l, AND MODIFYING THE REQUIRED SETBACKS FOR
ENTRY FEATURES IN THE RM-l ZONE
Otay Project, LP (Otay Ranch Company) has applied to amend the Village Seven
Sectional Planning Area Plan Land Use Districts Map, re-zone a portion of
Neighborhood R-2 from SF-4 to RM-l, and modifY the Planned Community District
Regulations for entry feature setbacks in the RM-l zone. (Director of Planning and
Building)
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing.
Associate Planner Phelps provided the staff report.
With no members of the public wishing to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing.
ACTION:
Councilmember McCann moved to place the following ordinance on first reading,
heading read, text waived:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGE SEVEN
SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) PLAN RE-ZONING A
PORTION OF NEIGHBORHOOD R-2 FROM SF-4 TO RM-l ON THE
LAND USE DISTRICTS MAP, AND MODIFYING THE PLANNED
COMMUNITY DISTRICT REGULATIONS FOR ENTRY FEATURE
SETBACKS IN THE RM-l ZONE
Councilmember Rindone seconded the motion, and it carried 3-0.
17. CONSIDERATION OF MODIFYING AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Continued from August 9, 2005)
Adoption of the resolution approves a conditional use permit to modifY existing school
facilities by replacing an administration building at 482 L Street, and establishing
operational requirements, including the use of the parking lot for supervised recreation
classes. (Director of Planning and Building)
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing.
Senior Planner Walker provided the staff report.
Leigh Moffett, Principal of the Southwestern Christian School, supported the approval of the
building permit without limitations.
Francine Koopman, physical education teacher at Southwestern Christian School, spoke in
support of the use of the parking lot for a minimum of 130 hours annually for physical education.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
Peggy Hupp and Rosalyn Krauss, neighborhood residents, spoke in opposition to the use of the
parking lot as a playground, citing the Court Order of 1984.
Karen Graham proposed a condition stating that "Southwestern Christian School shall not make
use of the back parking lot adjacent to homes on Westby Street for the purpose of daily P.E.
activities. "
There being no other members of the audience wishing to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the public
hearing.
Mayor Padilla noted for the record the receipt of two letters, one from Jack Rowe, President of
Southwestern Christian Schools, dated August 22nd, supporting approval of the permit per the
Planning Commission recommendation and objecting to a condition being placed on the permit
to limit the use of the parking lot to 12 events per year; and the second from Peggy Hupp, written
August 18th and received August 22nd, opposing the permit.
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla offered Resolution No. 2005-289 for adoption, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-289, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PCC-05-031, MODIFYING SCHOOL
FACILITIES TO INCLUDE: 1) A NEW BUILDING FOR AN
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, TWO CLASSROOMS AND A
MULTIPURPOSE ROOM; AND 2) OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR A PAROCHIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ENROLLING 250
STUDENTS LOCATED AT 482 L STREET IN THE R-3-P-14 ZONE-
SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
The motion carried 3-0.
ACTION ITEMS
18. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A COUNCIL POLICY REGARDING AN
ADOPT -A-PARK PROGRAM
To address the litter control issue at parks citywide, staff has designed an Adopt-A-Park
program based on a resident's recommendation. This program is designed to promote
civic responsibility, community spirit and camaraderie, and give our school children an
understanding of community responsibility and respect for the environment. (Director of
Public Works Operations)
Director of Public Works Byers presented the proposed policy.
City resident Patricia Chavez, who initiated the idea, spoke in support of adopting the policy.
Councilmember Rindone suggested including the installation of a sponsor recognition plaque in
the program.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
ACTION:
Councilmember McCann offered Resolution No. 2005-290 for adoption, heading
read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-290, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A
COUNCIL POLICY REGARDING ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAM AND
ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES
The motion carried 3-0.
19. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT FOR TRANSPORTATION
AND COURT SECURITY SERVICES WITH THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
The Police Department and the San Diego County Sheriffs Department have reached a
services contract agreement for the provision of City inmate court-related transportation
and security services. The contract allows the Chula Vista City Jail to begin operating as
a Type I facility, retaining prisoners until their scheduled arraignment. (Chief of Police)
Chief Emerson presented the staff report.
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla offered Resolution No. 2005-291, heading read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-291, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A
CONTRACT FOR TRANSPORTATION AND COURT SECURITY
SERVICES WITH THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT AND AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
TO UPDATE THE BOOKING FEE DEFINITION
The motion carried 3-0.
ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-292, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION
TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR SAN DIEGO
REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP FUNDS TO ESTABLISH
COMMUNICATIONS INTEROPERABILITY IN THE SOUTH BAY REGION OF
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
In times of disaster and other emergencies, the objective is to achieve situational
awareness and make critical decisions under a high degree of uncertainty. Technical
differences between the existing information systems being used by local coordinators,
responders and other agencies can limit our ability to quickly communicate with each
other. The City proposes to take the lead in applying for grant funding from the
Department of Homeland Security to fund a project that will establish interoperable
communications throughout the region. (Director of Management and Information
Services)
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ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Councilmember Rindone requested and received clarification that the terminology in the report
"Chula Vista city schools" includes the high schools, as well.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-292, heading read, text
waived. The motion carried 3-0.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-293, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE FORMAL CONSULTANT SELECTION
PROCESS AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH GRANICUS, INC. FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF STREAMING VIDEO CAP ABILITY ON THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA WEB SITE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
SAID AGREEMENT
At the June 28, 2005 joint meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency,
$50,000 was authorized by the Council to be used for the development and
implementation of streaming video on the City's website. Adoption of the resolution
approves awarding the contract to Granicus, Inc. in order to implement Council's
direction. (Director of Communications)
Councilmember McCann asked Management & Information Services Director Vignapiano to
explain the rationale for waiving the formal consultant selection process.
Mayor Padilla requested and received confirmation that Council Meetings would be video
streaming live the night of the meeting.
Councilmember Rindone requested a report back from staff as to the ability to edit the archived
video prior to airing.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-293, heading read, text
waived. The motion carried 3-0.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-294, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
EXECUTE AN EASEMENT FOR WATER PIPELINE PURPOSES TO OTAY
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT FOR AN EXISTING 16-INCH RECYCLED
WATER PIPELINE FEEDING THE RECYCLED WATER RESERVOIR AT SUNSET
VIEW PARK
Adoption of the resolution authorizes granting an easement for water pipeline purposes to
Otay Municipal Water District for an existing l6-inch recycled water pipeline feeding the
Recycled Water Reservoir at Sunset View Park. (City Engineer)
Councilmember Rindone requested a copy of the apology from the Otay Municipal Water
District that was referenced in the staff report. Real Property Manager Ryals explained that the
apology had been verbal but that he would provide the Council with copies of the written request
for the easement.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-294, heading read, text
waived. The motion carried 3-0.
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ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-295, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR
THE "SLURRY/CHIP SEAL PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FISCAL YEAR
2004/2005 IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA" PROJECT, A
COMPONENT OF THE 2005 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT (STL-310),
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL A V AILABLE
CONTINGENCIES
On July 27, 2005, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for this project, a
component of the 2005 pavement rehabilitation project (STL-310). The work consists of
the application of slurry seal pavement coats on various pavement locations in the City.
Work for this project also includes the preparation and application of crack-filler,
removal/replacement of failed pavement, striping, traffic control, and all labor, material,
equipment, and transportation necessary for the project. (Director of General Services)
Councilmember Rindone asked why the project was not re-bid, since only one bid was received
and it was significantly above the Engineer's estimate. Additionally, he inquired as to why staff
costs are charged to the project, taking away from the project funds, rather than budgeted with
other personnel costs. City Manager Rowlands responded to Councilmember Rindone's
questions.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered Resolution No. 2005-295, heading read, text
waived. The motion carried 3-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
20. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
There were none.
21. MAYOR'S REPORTS
.
Ratification of appointment of Stacey Stevenson to the Civil Service Commission.
ACTION:
A motion was made by Mayor Padilla, seconded by Councilmember McCann, to
ratify the appointment of Stacey Stevenson to the Civil Service Commission. The
motion carried 3-0.
22. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Rindone suggested the formation of a task force to plan the City's 100th birthday
celebration in 20 II.
Councilmember McCann thanked Mayor Padilla and Councilmember Rindone for their
cooperative spirit during the last few meetings at which only three members have been present.
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CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session was cancelled, and the following items were not discussed:
23. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a)
A. City ofChula Vista v. Evanston Ins. (SDSC # GIC 818513)
B. City ofChula Vista v. San Miguel Development Co., (SDSC # GIC 835467)
24. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957
. City Manager
. City Attorney
. City Clerk
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:18 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to the Regular Meeting of September 13,
2005, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Susan Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk
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