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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2005/10/04 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA October 4, 2005 4:00 P.M. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:51 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers: Castaneda, McCann, Rindone, and Mayor Padilla ABSENT: Councilmembers: Davis (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 . OATHS OF OFFICE Armida Martin Del Campo - Housing Advisory Commission Rita Legaspi - International Friendship Commission City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath of office to Armida Martin Del Campo and Rita Legaspi, and Councilmember McCann presented each with a certificate of appointment. . INTRODUCTION BY JIM SANDOVAL, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND BUILDING, OF THE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, JOAN SCHMID, CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER II Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Councilmember McCann presented it to Joan Schmid. . PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA TO CHRIS REDO, CHAIRPERSON OF THE CHULA VISTA CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION, PROCLAIMING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL ARTS & HUMANITIES MONTH Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Councilmember McCann presented it to the Cultural Arts Commission Chair, Chris Redo. . PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA TO LYNN FRANCE ON BEHALF OF THE CITYWIDE SAFETY COMMITTEE, PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 3, 2005 THROUGH OCTOBER 7, 2005 AS DRIVE SAFELY TO WORK WEEK Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Councilmember McCann presented it to Conservation Coordinator Lynn France. . SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued) · ANNOUNCEMENT BY RYAN HALL, AIRPORT SYSTEM PLANNER II, SAN DIEGO REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY, OF A TOWN HALL MEETING REGARDING THE FUTURE OF AIR TRANSPORTATION IN THE REGION Ryan Hall invited the community to attend the San Diego Regional Airport Authority Town Hall meeting on October 5, 2005, in Council Chambers, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., to discuss the future of air transportation in the region. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items I through 15) Councilmember Rindone requested that Item 2A be removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmembers Rindone and Castaneda requested that Item 9 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Item 13 was pulled for discussion at the request of Councilmember Castaneda. Councilmember McCann stated that he would abstain from voting on Item 14, because he owns property within the vicinity of the Rohr Park recreational trail. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of August 9, 2005. Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes. 2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS B. Letter of resignation trom Edward J. Nagorski, member of the Board of Appeals and Advisors. Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act. C. Letter of resignation trom Gustavo Bidart, member of the Housing Advisory Commission. Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to post the vacancy in accordance with the Maddy Act. 3. ORDINANCE NO. 3022, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 TO ESTABLISH THE UNCLASSIFIED POSITION OF COASTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY CONSULTANT TO THE MAYOR On September 20, 2005, the Council approved a resolution authorizing an additional support position in the Office of the Mayor and Council. Adoption of the ordinance adds the position to Municipal Code section 2.05.010, relating to unclassified positions, as required by City Charter. This ordinance was introduced on September 20,2005. (City Manager) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance. Page 2 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 -~ CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 4. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-327, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH MARIA LUISA FONTI, TRUSTEE, ET AL., FOR THE ACQUISITION OF A PORTION OF THE PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS II I COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE (APN 573-410-04) IN FEE; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO EXECUTE ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION Adoption of the resolution approves an agreement to purchase a portion of III Country Club Drive, in fee. The majority of this land is within the Telegraph Canyon Creek and is unusable to the property owner. The remainder to the west of the channel is severed from the owner's property. (City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-328, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION AT THE INTERSECTION OF EAST NAPLES STREET AND OLEANDER AVENUE (TF-324), TO T & M ELECTRIC, DBA PERRY ELECTRIC The traffic signal installation at the subject intersection was approved and budgeted as part of the Fiscal Year 2005 Capital Improvement Programs. The scope of the project includes the installation of a fully actuated traffic signal system and other necessary work to complete the project. (City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-329, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING DONATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,000, AND APPROPRIATING SAID DONATED FUNDS The Fire Department has received donations in the amount of $6,000 from various community businesses. These donations were made to the Fire Department in support of the First Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony, scheduled to be held on October 28,2005. (Fire Chief) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-330, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING THE AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION FOR MUTUAL AID FIRE PROTECTION, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT Page 3 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) The Fire Department is a participant in automatic aid agreements with other agencies within San Diego County. The department provides staff and equipment resources to these agencies in an emergency and/or reimbursement basis. Adoption of the resolution ratifies the agreement with the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for mutual aid. (Fire Chief) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 8 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-331, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $118,173 IN UNANTICPATED GRANT FUNDS FROM THE FISCAL YEAR 2005 FIREFIGHTER ASSISTANCE GRANT, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006 FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE $147,716, WHICH INCLUDES A LOCAL MATCH OF $29,543 FROM THE GENERAL FUND B. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-332, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE FORMAL CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AND AWARDING THE PURCHASING AGREEMENT TO THE SAN DIEGO FIREFIGHTERS REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPREHENSIVE WELLNESS-FITNESS PROGRAM FOR CITY OF CHULA VISTA FIREFIGHTERS The Fire Department has been awarded a federal grant in the amount of $118,173 trom the Fiscal Year 2005 Firefighter Assistance Grant. The grant will be used to develop a comprehensive wellness-fitness program for the City's firefighters. This program will be administered through services offered by the San Diego Firefighters Regional Wellness Center. (Fire Chief) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-334, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, BURKETT & WONG ENGINEERS (CONSULTANT), AND OTAY PROJECT, L.P. (APPLICANT), FOR THE PREPARATION OF A PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING PLAN AND FISCAL IMPACT ANALYSIS FOR OTAY RANCH VILLAGES TWO AND THREE, AND PLANNING AREA 18B, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT In May 2003, the Council approved a three-party agreement between the City, Burkett & Wong Engineers, and Otay Ranch L.P. for the preparation of a public facilities financing plan for Villages Two and Three, and Planning Area 18B Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan. Adoption of the resolution approves the first amendment to the three-party agreement with Burkett & Wong for consulting services. This amendment adds an additional $20,000 to the contract, for a total maximum agreement amount not to exceed $88,800. (Director of Planning & Building) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. Page 4 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) II. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-335, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $11,009 FROM THE BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE, AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2005/2006 PERSONNEL BUDGET OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR BULLETPROOF VESTS The Police Department has received funding from the Bureau of Justice Assistance to pay for the costs of bulletproof vests. The bulletproof vest partnership grant has awarded the Police Department $11 ,009 to pay for 50% of the cost of bulletproof vests. This grant will partially fund 35 vests; matching funds are included in the Police budget. (Police Chief) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 12. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-336, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK Since 1990, the Police Department has entered into agreements with the County of San Diego to participate in the California Identification System Remote Access Network, commonly known as Cal-IDIRAN. This system is maintained by the State Department of Justice, but the County is the responsible agency for system allocation and funding. Adoption of the resolution approves an agreement effective July 1,2005 and terminating on June 30, 2010. (Police Chief) Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 14. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-338, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND, IF AWARDED, ACCEPTANCE OF A RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM GRANT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE REHABILITATION OF ROHR PARK RECREATIONAL TRAIL; AND AUTHORIZING THE COMMITMENT OF MATCHING FUNDS THEREFOR During fiscal year 2006/2007, the Federal Highway Administration will provide $2.2 million in local assistance funds through the recreational trails program for the acquisition, development and rehabilitation of recreational trails in California. Through its Parks & Open Space Division, the City's Public Works Operations Department proposes applying for grant funding to rehabilitate the Rohr Park recreational trail. (Director of Public Works Operations) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 15. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-339, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE 2005 HOLIDAY DECOR PROGRAM; WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING PROCESS; APPROPRIATING $48,400 FROM THE AVAILABLE BALANCE OF THE GENERAL FUND TO PAY FOR THE PROGRAM; AWARDING A PURCHASE AGREEMENT TO DEKRA-LITE INDUSTRIES; AND DIRECTING STAFF TO IMPLEMENT THE 2005 HOLIDAY DECORATION PROGRAM Page 5 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) The holiday decor program was initiated in 1998 to provide a festive environment within the downtown core during the holiday season. At that time, a Request for Proposal was prepared to solicit bids from specialty lighting and decoration companies. Dekra-Lite was selected due to their qualifications and experience, the excitement and quality of their design, and project cost. Dekra-Lite has since worked diligently with the City in implementing this popular program. Adoption of the resolution awards a purchase agreement to Dekra-Lite to implement the program, with an option to renew for subsequent holiday programs. (Director of Community Development) Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to approve staff's recommendations and offered Items I, 2B, 2C and 3 through 8, 10 through 12, 14 and 15, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 4-0, except for Item 14, which carried 3-0-1, with Councilmember McCann abstaining because he owns property within the vicinity of the Rohr Park recreational trail. ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS The following item was not discussed and no action was taken: A. Memorandum from City Clerk Bigelow requesting excused absences for Councilmember Patty Davis. Staff recommendation: Council excuse the absences from the meetings of August 2, August 9, September 13, and September 20, 2005, as well as from meetings in the near future until her return. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-333, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER UP TO $200,000 FOR GRAFFITI REMOVAL ON THE INTERSTATE 80S/OLYMPIC PARKWAY/EAST ORANGE A VENUE INTERCHANGE PROJECT, AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS TO EXECUTE SAID CHANGE ORDER The Council previously awarded the construction contract for this project to Yeager- Skanska, Inc. for $14.9 million and authorized the Director of Public Works Operations to execute a change order up to $100,000. Costs for graffiti removal ITom the new sound walls and retaining walls will exceed $100,000. Adoption of the resolution authorizes the Director of Public Works Operations to execute a change order up to $200,000 for the removal of graffiti from the project's new walls. (Director of Public Works Operations) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. Page 6 - Council Minutes http://www .chulavistaca. gOY October 4, 2005 ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) Councilmember Rindone discussed tbe considerable financial impacts to tbe City as a result of graffiti vandals and asked staff to recommend plans to capture graffiti perpetrators. Councilmember Castaneda agreed that legitimate efforts must be put forth to capture the vandals and asked staff to provide a confidential report on ways to eradicate graffiti in the City. Mayor Padilla asked what metbods exist to prevent graffiti on areas such as traffic sound walls. Public Works Director Byers replied that fast growing landscaping is intended to cover tbe walls to prevent graffiti. Mayor Padilla left tbe dais at 6:43 p.m. Councilmember McCann requested that staff coordinate witb the California Highway Patrol and CalTrans in tbe City's plans to arrest graffiti perpetrators. ACTION: Councilmember Rindone then offered Resolution No. 2005-333, heading read, text waived. The motion carried 3-0, with Mayor Padilla not present at tbe dais. 13. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-337, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AND APPROVING A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR THE COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM Adoption of the resolution approves an agreement with Soutb Bay Community Services for the Community Service Program. This program focuses on restitution services such as neighborhood cleanups, volunteering at schools or working at community events. The program's purpose is to hold juvenile offenders accountable for tbeir actions and provide opportunities for them to connect in positive ways witb their community. (Police Chief) Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution. Councilmember Castaneda asked staff to provide a more detailed report on tbe program. Mayor Padilla returned to the dais at 6:47p.m. ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda offered Resolution No. 2005-337, heading read, text waived. The motion carried 4-0. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Dennis Klepin spoke regarding tbe recent Solar Energy Week event and commended the City for its active participation and use of alternative energy and renewable energy sources. He thanked tbe City for providing and showcasing the solar water pump display, hydrogen-powered vehicle, and the segway scooter. He also thanked Councilmember Castaneda, Fleet Manager Jack Dickens, and Special Operations Manager Michael Meacham for their valued participation in the program. Councilmember Castaneda asked staff to convene a workshop for planning staff and manufacturers and installers of alternative and renewable energy sources to obtain updated information and then update the approval and permitting processes to make it easier for people to switch to sustainable energy sources. Page 7 - Council Minutes http://www .chulavistaca.gov October 4. 2005 PUBLIC HEARINGS 16. CONSlDERATlON OF APPLICANT'S APPEAL OF CERTAlN CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL MADE BY THE CITY'S DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR A PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE EASTLAKE DESIGN DISTRICT (APPLICANT: lNTERNATlONAL REAL ESTATE) The applicant, International Real Estate, 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. This item was originally considered at the meeting of August 23, 2005, at which time the Council continued it to September 13. At the September 13, 2005 meeting, the Council continued the item to a future, unspecified date. (Director of Planning & Building) 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. Associate Planner Steichen presented an update of the EastLake Design District sign program. Michael V ogt, project applicant, stated that the proposed signs balance the needs of businesses and residents by eliminating 75 percent ofthe signs that would face residential areas. Robert Rubio, representing EastLake homeowners, stated that the proposed signage would create further negative impacts of the already overwhelming towering effect of the design center building on the neighborhood. He asked that the concerns of the neighborhood residents be respected and recommended that the Council oppose any signage on the south side of the building. Dan Beck expressed concern about the proposed signs visible from his home, stating that the signs would directly affect the quality of life of his neighborhood. He asked the Council to oppose the proposed signs on the south side of the building. Patty Chavez spoke in support of the neighborhood residents, stating that the proposed signs would impact their quality of life. Mercy Santos, representing International Real Estate, spoke in support of the proposed signage, stating that homebuyers in the EastLake area were provided with disclosures regarding potential impacts to the neighborhood. She also pointed out the design district project would bring new jobs and revenues to the City, and businesses in the district should be given the opportunity to succeed. Matt Brady, architect for International Real Estate, stated that the applicant has made a number of design concessions and improvements to the project. He clarified that the proposed signage would be illuminated only by back lighting on the building. He added that the applicant has addressed sensitive needs of the residents, and the proposed project would be very neighborhood-friendly. Page 8 - Council Minutes http://www .chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 ~ PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) David LeSage, representing Stanford & Western Sign Systems, stated that the developer has made considerable compromises to accommodate the concerns of the neighborhood by agreeing to install a non-illuminated sign on the building. He asked the Council not to place restrictions on the prospective tenants of the design district. Greg Abell, electrical designer for International Real Estate, spoke in support of the proposed sign program, stating that the type of light output from the proposed sign would not adversely impact the neighborhood. With no further members of the public wishing to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the public hearing. ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda offered the "alternative strike-out/underline version" of Resolution No. 2005-340, as amended to include the added condition that lighted signs must be turned off at the close of business and no later than 11:00 p.m., heading read, text waived: RESOLUTION NO. 2005-340, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE APPROVED PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM (PSP-05-08) FOR THE EASTLAKE DESIGN DISTRICT The motion carried 3-1, with Councilmember Rindone voting no. 17. CONSIDERATION OF OTAY RANCH GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (GDP) AMENDMENT (PCM-04-18), OTAY RANCH VILLAGE SIX SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) PLAN AMENDMENT (PCM-04-19), ZONE CHANGE (PCZ-06-02), AND REVISED TENTATIVE MAP (PCS-05-16) FOR A MIXED-USE VILLAGE CORE LOCATED ON BOTH SIDES OF EAST PALOMAR ROAD, BETWEEN VIEW PARK WAY AND MAGDALENA AVENUE (APPLICANT: OT A Y PROJECT, LP) Otay Project, LP (Otay Ranch Company) proposes a mixed-use project in the Village Six core along both sides of East Palomar Street, providing approximately 20,000 square feet of ground floor commercial retail space on the south side, and 20 live/work shopkeeper units on the north side. The project includes 158 for-sale condominium units on both sides of East Palomar Street, between View Park Way and Magdalena Avenue, including units reserved for low-income households. (Director of Planning & Building) 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. There were no members of the public who wished to speak. ACTION: Mayor Padilla moved to continue the hearing to October II, 2005. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion. and it carried 4-0. Page 9 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 ACTION ITEMS 18. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH I LOVE A CLEAN SAN DIEGO, INC. FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STORM WATER PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS (Continued from August 9, 2005) The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) municipal permit issued by the California Regional Water Quality Control 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) ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda offered Resolution No. 2005-341, heading read, text waived. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-341, 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 The motion carried 4-0. OTHER BUSINESS 19. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS Upon City Manager Rowlands' suggestion, it was the consensus of the Council to cancel the meeting of November 8, 2005, due to the planned move into the new City Hall. 20. MAYOR'S REPORTS . Mayor Padilla announced that earlier in the day, developer Jim Pieri formally withdrew his application to build the Espaiiada project, a controversial high-rise condominium project at H Street and Fourth Avenue. He read a letter submitted by Mr. Pieri and commended him on the decision. Mayor Padilla stated that the project had become the main focus of the General Plan update, which will guide development for the next 30 years, and he expressed hope that the City can put forward an appropriate and well-crafted preferred plan now that the project has been removed trom consideration. Page 10 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4, 2005 OTHER BUSINESS (Continued) A. Ratification of appointment of Maria Moya to the Growth Management Oversight Commission. ACTION: Councilmember Rindone moved to ratify the appointment of Maria Moya to the Growth Management Oversight Commission. Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0. B. Ratification of appointment of Patricia Chavez to the Resource Conservation Commission. ACTION: Councilmember Rindone moved to ratify the appointment of Patricia Chavez to the Resource Conservation Commission. Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0. 21. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Rindone suggested that items pulled from the Consent Calendar be considered immediately following adoption of the balance of the Consent Calendar, rather than at the end of the agenda. He asked staff to come back with a report. Councilmember McCann stated that he recently attended a reception in National City for the South County Economic Development Council and hoped that the reception could be held in Chula Vista next year, which would provide a great opportunity to showcase the City. Councilmember McCann stated that he also attended the recent demolition of the Goodrich Building. Additionally, he commended the Rotary Club on the success of the recent wine tasting event at the Auld Golf Course and invited the community to attend the following City events on Saturday, October 8, 2005: Fire Station No.4 Open House, 850 Paseo Ranchero, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Light bulb exchange program, Otay Recreation Center, 3554 Main Street, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CLOSED SESSION Closed Session was cancelled, and the following item was not discussed: 22 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9{a) . City ofChula Vista, et al. v. CPUC (Rulemaking Nos. R-03-10-003 and R-OI-IO- 024) ADJOURNMENT At 6:57 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on October 4, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. in Conference Rooms 2 and 3, and thence to the Regular Meeting of October 11,2005, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. -= """>J.>>... 0... ~ ~ ~,,-d 19 ) Susan Bigelow, MMC, C1 Clerk Page 11 - Council Minutes http://www.chulavistaca.gov October 4. 2005