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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
March 7, 2006
4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4: 18
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
Councilmembers:
Castaneda, Chavez, McCann, Rindone
ABSENT:
Councilmembers:
Mayor Padilla (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
. INTRODUCTION BY DAVE BYERS, PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
OF THE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, JULIE LINDSEY, SR. FISCAL OFFICE
SPECIALIST
Public Works Operations Director Byers introduced the employee of the month, Julie Lindsey.
Deputy Mayor McCann read the proclamation, and Councilmember Rindone presented it to Ms.
Lindsey.
. PRESENTATION BY CONAN CHEUNG, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND
PERFORMANCE MONITORING FOR THE METROPOLITAN TRANSIT SYSTEM
(MTS), ON THE COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS FOR THE MTS
AREA BUS SYSTEM
Mr. Cheung made the presentation on the MTS area bus system. Councilmember Chavez
expressed concern about the proposed plan to cut bus routes 706 and 706A in June 2006, stating
that seniors comprise 70 percent of the current ridership. She asked staff to work with MTS to
seek ways to accommodate the seniors and other residents who currently use these routes when
the lines are cut.
Parks Pemberton commented on the need for flexibility in bus routes to provide services to those
members of the community who depend upon public transport.
Elory Kehano, a resident of Sunbow II, talked about the need to ensure that the many seniors
who reside in the East Palomar and Brandywine neighborhoods are given the opportunity to
voice their comments.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
Councilmember Rindone discussed the proposed plan and stated that the plan would ultimately
expand the rrequency of transport services to the citizens.
· PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA TO DOUGLAS
E. LUFFBOROUGH III, CO-FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE
TURNING THE HEARTS CENTER, RECOGNIZING THE CENTER FOR ITS FIFTH
ANNIVERSARY
Deputy Mayor McCann read the proclamation, and Councilmember Castaneda presented it to
Mr. Luffborough.
· PRESENTATION BY MARY ROCHE, SOUTH BAY HOMELESS COALITION
ADVOCACY, REGARDING ENDING AND PREVENTING FAMILY
HOMELESSNESS
Mary Jo Buettner, Director of the Chula Vista Community Collaborative, spoke about
homelessness in the City and introduced Mary Roche, representing South Bay Homeless
Coalition Advocacy, who gave a presentation about family homelessness in Chula Vista. She
asked for the City's continued partnership with local social service organizations to ensure
family stability and support.
· PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA RECOGNIZING
THE SAN DIEGO PORT DISTRICT FOR ACHIEVING AN 83 PERCENT
DIVERSION/RECYCLING RATE, FAR EXCEEDING THE STATE MANDATED 50
PERCENT RATE FROM DEMOLITION MATERIALS IN PHASE I OF THE SOUTH
CAMPUS AT GOODRICH
Principal Community Development Specialist Lukes acknowledged the Port of San Diego as a
key partner in the development of the bayfront. She stated that the Port significantly exceeded
demolition materials recycling goals when it demolished the buildings on the south campus,
which laid the groundwork for bayfront redevelopment. Conservation Coordinator France
thanked the Port District for exceeding the 50% diversion requirement by accomplishing an 83%
diversion/recycling rate. Deputy Mayor McCann then read the proclamation, and
Councilmember Rindone presented it to Pat Lund, Capital Project Manager for the Port of San
Diego. Mr. Lund spoke of the importance of the proactive recycling efforts of the City and
recognized Ms. Lukes and Ms. France for their efforts with the south campus demolition.
· DID YOU KNOW...THE CHULA VISTA ANIMAL CARE FACILITY HAS A NEW
"CATTERY ROW"? Presented by Dr. Dorothy York, Animal Care Facility Manager,
General Services
Dr. Dorothy York gave a presentation on the facility's new "Cattery Row" that was created
through the dedicated efforts of City staff, community volunteers, and Petco.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items I through 12)
Councilmember Rindone stated that he would abstain from voting on Item 12 due to the
proximity of his residence to the project.
With regard to Item I, Deputy Mayor McCann noted that the minutes for the special meeting of
January 25, 2006 were pulled from the agenda.
With reference to Item 10, Parks Pemberton spoke of the good work by the City with regard to
the recent street improvements along Tobias Drive, trom Naples to Oxford Streets, but expressed
concern that residents in the neighborhood claim that they have already paid for street
improvements via a $54 million bond issue in the 1980's. He asked that City staffresearch to
determine whether or not there actually was an improvement bond. General Services Director
Griffin stated that staff also has received calls on the matter and is continuing to look for
evidence of a bond issue by the County of San Diego before the area was annexed to the City.
City Manager Rowlands stated that staff is working on a report regarding the Montgomery
Annexation, including research on the bond matter, for presentation at the Council workshop on
April 6. 2006. Councilmember Rindone requested that any preliminary information be
forwarded to Mr. Pemberton prior to the workshop date.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Regular Meetings of January 10, January 17, and
January 24. the Special Meeting of January 25, the Regular Meeting of February 7, the
Special Meeting of February 14, and the Regular Meeting of February 14,2006.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter of resignation from Donald E. Snider, 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.
3 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-061, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2006-047, CALLING
AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 2006, FOR THE PURPOSE OF
ELECTING A MAYOR, ELECTING TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
AND SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS A CITIZENS' PROPOSED
CHARTER AMENDMENT
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-062, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO
PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO PERFORM SERVICES FOR THE
CONDUCT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA TO BE CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATEWIDE PRIMARY
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON JUNE 6, 2006
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-063, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $27,000 FROM THE AVAILABLE
BALANCE OF THE GENERAL FUND TO THE CITY CLERK SERVICES &
SUPPLIES BUDGET TO FUND UNANTICIPATED SERVICES OF THE
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS FOR INCLUSION ON THE BALLOT OF A CITIZENS'
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE
ELECTORATE AT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
JUNE 6, 2006
The purpose of the June 6, 2006 General Municipal Election is to select a Mayor, select
two members of the City Council to fill Seats I and 2, and submit a citizens' proposed
Charter amendment regarding the use of eminent domain to the electorate. It is necessary
at this time to adopt resolutions amending Resolution 2006-047, calling and giving notice
of the election; requesting the services of the Registrar of Voters, as required by the
California Elections Code; and appropriating funds to the City Clerk's supplies and
services budget to cover the Registrar's estimated costs for the placement of the citizen's
Charter amendment on the ballot. (City Clerk)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-064, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA REJECTING APPARENT LOW BID FOR THE "ADA
PEDESTRIAN RAMPS, INTERSECTION OF FIRST AVENUE AND KEARNEY
STREET, IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CA" PROJECT (STL-317A) DUE TO
DEFICIENCIES IN THE BID PROPOSAL SUBMITTED; ACCEPTING BIDS,
AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE "ADA PEDESTRIAN RAMPS,
INTERSECTION OF FIRST AVENUE AND KEARNEY STREET, IN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, CA" PROJECT (STL-317A) TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE
BIDDER, MJC CONSTRUCTION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,440; AND
AWARDING ADDITIVE ALTERNATE I TO MJC CONSTRUCTION IN THE
AMOUNT OF $7,110
On February 1,2006, the General Services Director received sealed bids for this project.
The work to be done consists of the construction of Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA)-compliant pedestrian ramps at the intersection of First Avenue and Kearney
Street. Other appurtenant work associated with this project includes the installation of
driveways, street pavement, retaining walls, curb and gutter, cross-gutter, sidewalk,
striping, and traffic control. All labor, material, equipment, and transportation necessary
for the project are also included. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-065, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
ENTITLED, "CMP STORM DRAIN PIPE REHABILITATION PROGRAM, PHASE
III" (PROJECT DR-I70) AND TRANSFERRING EXISTING FUNDS FROM CIP
"WESTERN CHULA VISTA INFRASTRUCTURE" (GG-188) TO DR-I70 FOR SAID
PURPOSE
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-066, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA REJECTING APPARENT LOW BID FOR "CMP STORM
DRAIN PIPE REHABILITATION PROGRAM, PHASE III" (PROJECT DR-I70) DUE
TO DEFICIENCIES IN THE BID PROPOSAL SUBMITTED; ACCEPTING BIDS
AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR "CMP STORM DRAIN PIPE
REHABILITATION PROGRAM, PHASE III" (PROJECT DR-I70) TO THE LOWEST
RESPONSIVE BIDDER, TRI-GROUP CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF
$164,975
As part of an ongoing program to rehabilitate corrugated metal drainage pipe (CMP)
throughout the City, staff has identified a number of storm drain facilities, which are
deteriorated and are in need of rehabilitation. This project will allow for the removal and
replacement ofthose drainage facilities at two locations. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-067, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
TASK FORCE'S SELECTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006/2007 PERFORMING
AND VISUAL ARTS GRANT AWARDS
In 1997, the Council approved a sublease with the House of Blues Concerts, Inc.
(formerly Urriversal Concerts) that established a process whereby a portion of ticket sales
proceeds at the Coors Amphitheater would be paid to the City and utilized for a
Performing and Visual Arts Fund. This fund is to be used for arts grants to the Chula
Vista community for the purpose of promoting and stimulating the growth of performing
and cultural arts within the City. This year, the Office of Arts & Culture received
$52,500 ITom the House of Blues for its 2005 Concert Series, and there was a carry-over
balance of an additional $2,500 ITom the 2005/2006 grant cycle as a result of a returned
grant. (Assistant City Manager Palmer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-068, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING $108,083.58 TO
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REIMBURSEMENTS
FROM OTHER AGENCIES FOR OVERTIME USAGE
The Fire Department is a participant in automatic aid agreements with all other agencies
within San Diego County and an agreement for local government fire suppression
assistance to forest agencies and the Office of Emergency Services. The Department
provides staff and equipment resources to these agencies on a reimbursement basis. Staff
is recommending Council accept the reimbursement and appropriate the funds to the Fire
Department. (Fire Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-069, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY AND
(A) BOYLE ENGINEERING, (B) HARRIS & ASSOCIATES, AND (C) CV ALDO
CORPORATION TO PROVIDE ON-CALL GENERAL CIVIL ENGINEERING
CONSULTING SERVICES REQUIRED FOR VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS (CIP) OR OTHER CITY PROJECTS AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
Due to the current number and pace of CIP projects and the proposed large infrastructure-
financing program in western Chula Vista, the City has identified the need to enlist
qualified consultants to assist City civil engineering design staff. (General Services
Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-070, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A BUDGET TRANSFER FROM THE
REMAINING FUNDS FROM THE EXISTING SIDEWALK SAFETY PROGRAM
PROJECT (STL-296) NECESSARY TO COMPLETE PROJECT JY-065L,
ACCEPTING BIDS AND A WARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "SIDEWALK
REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA, CALIFORNIA" (PROJECT JY-065L) TO PORTILLO CONCRETE IN THE
AMOUNT OF $74,114
On March I, 2006, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for this project.
The project was included in the budget to remove and replace curbs, gutters, sidewalks,
and driveways displaced by differential settling, tree roots, etc., on various City streets.
(General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-071, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHING THE "TOBIAS DRIVE BETWEEN
NAPLES STREET AND OXFORD STREET IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA.
CALIFORNIA" CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (STL-301) AND APPROVING
A BUDGET TRANSFER FROM THE EXISTING SOUTHWESTERN CHULA VISTA
STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (STL-306) NECESSARY TO COMPLETE
THE PROJECT, ACCEPTING BIDS AND A WARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE
"TOBIAS DRIVE BETWEEN NAPLES STREET AND OXFORD STREET IN THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA" PROJECT (STL-30l)
On February 22, 2006, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for this
project. The work to be done consists of sidewalk improvements and related street work
along Tobias Drive from Naples Street to Oxford Street. The work also includes all
labor, material, equipment, transportation, protection and restoration of existing
improvements and traffic control necessary for the project. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
II. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-072, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
THE "ADA PEDESTRIAN RAMPS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, CA" PROJECT (STL-317B) TO MJC CONSTRUCTION IN THE
AMOUNT OF $49,790, AND AWARDING ADDITIVE ALTERNATIVE I TO MJC
CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,500
On February 22, 2006, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for this
project. The work to be done consists of the construction of Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADAj-compliant pedestrian ramps at five separate locations within Chula Vista.
Other appurtenant work associated with this project includes the installation of street
pavement, curb and gutter, cross gutter, sidewalk, striping, traffic control, and other
miscellaneous improvement work. Further, all labor, material, equipment, and
transportation necessary for the project are included. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-073, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT
FOR THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA" PROJECT (STL-319) TO KOCH-ARMSTRONG
GENERAL ENGINEERING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $230,078.85
On March I, 2006, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for this project.
The project was included in the budget to remove and replace curbs, gutters, sidewalks,
and driveways displaced by differential settling, tree roots, etc., on various streets.
(General Services Director)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered
the Consent Calendar, headings read, texts waived, with the minutes of January
25,2006 removed from the agenda (Item I). The motion carried 4-0, except on
Item 12, which carried 3-0-1 with Councilmember Rindone abstaining due to the
proximity of his residence to the project.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Special Meeting of January 25,2006.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
This item was not discussed, and no action was taken.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pamela Bensoussan requested that the Chula Vista Redevelopment Corporation (CVRC)
meetings be aired on streaming video in the spirit of community outreach. Deputy Mayor
McCann referred the request to staff.
Elroy Kihano submitted a petition from the residents of Sunbow II, requesting the installation of
streetlights on Ingram Street in order to mitigate safety issues. Deputy Mayor McCann referred
the matter to the City Manager.
Patricia Aguilar, representing Crossroads II, supported the request of Ms. Bensoussan to
videostream CVRC meetings and also requested that CVRC agendas be posted on the City's
website. Deputy Mayor McCann referred the matter to staff.
ACTION ITEM
13. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS A) ACCEPTING GRANT
FUNDS FROM THE 2002 RESOURCES BOND ACT, STATE URBAN PARKS &
HEAL THY COMMUNITIES PROGRAM; B) AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH
PCL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES TO INCREASE THE GUARANTEED
MAXIMUM PRICE FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF MONTEV ALLE
COMMUNITY PARK, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR; AND C)
NAMING THE UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND AT MONTEV ALLE
COMMUNITY PARK, "CHERYL'S PLACE", IN HONOR OF FORMER ASSISTANT
CITY MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF BUDGET AND ANAL YSIS, CHERYL
FRUCHTER HINDS
A grant contract has been executed and the City awarded $200,180 for the 2002
Resources Bond Act, State Urban Parks & Healthy Communities Program. Adoption of
the resolutions approves a) accepting the grant and amending the Fiscal Year 2006 State
Recreation Grant fund in the amount of $200,180; b) approving the expenditure of grant
funds by appropriation to the existing Montevalle Community Park project (PR250) and
amending the guaranteed maximum price with the design builder, PCL Construction
Services, Inc. as necessary for the installation of the universally accessible playground
equipment; and c) naming the universally accessible playground at Montevalle
Community Park, "Cheryl's Place". (General Services Director)
General Services Director Griffin talked about the steps taken in acquiring the grant; and the
installation of universally accessible playground equipment, the first of its kind in the City, for
use by both handicapped and non-handicapped children.
Councilmember Rindone requested that staff prepare a video clip of the park dedication and
specialized equipment for viewing at a future Council meeting for the benefit of the greater
public.
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann offered the following resolutions, headings read, texts
waived:
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ACTION ITEM (Continued)
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-074, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING STATE
RECREATION GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,180 FOR
THE 2002 RESOURCES BOND ACT, STATE URBAN PARKS &
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PROGRAM, AND AMENDING THE
FISCAL YEAR 2006 STATE RECREATION GRANT FUND BUDGET
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-075, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE
SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PCL
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. WHICH WILL INCREASE THE
GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) FOR THE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF MONTEVALLE COMMUNITY PARK (CIP
PR250) LOCATED IN THE ROLLING HILLS RANCH SUBDIVISION
OF EASTERN CHULA VISTA. AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAID AMENDMENT AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-076, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA NAMING THE
UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND AT MONTEVALLE
COMMUNITY PARK "'CHERYL'S PLACE" IN HONOR OF FORMER
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF BUDGET AND
ANALYSIS, CHERYL FRUCHTER HINDS
The motion carried 4-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands requested that the meeting be adjourned to a special meeting for the
purpose of a Closed Session on March 10, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. It was the
consensus of the Council to schedule the meeting.
15. MAYOR'S REPORTS
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Ratification of appointment of John Tessitore to the Youth Advisory Commission
(Representing Bonita Vista High School)
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to ratify the appointment of John Tessitore to the
Youth Advisory Commission. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion,
and it carried 4-0.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
16. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Deputy Mayor McCann stated that the purpose of the March 10 Closed Session is to discuss the
cancellation of the contract for the Mayor's bodyguard, Mr. Kanter. He reported that he received
an unsolicited letter ITom Mr. David Saucerman on February 22, 2006 that referred to allegations
regarding Mr. Kanter and Caroline Smith as well as mentioned a 30-day-out clause. To that end,
Deputy Mayor McCann stated that the City Attorney had clearly recommended that there be a
30-day-out clause, which is standard for most City contracts, inserted in the Kanter contract.
Councilmember Castaneda expressed the need to address the matter of a personal bodyguard for
the Mayor in a public forum.
Councilmember Rindone mentioned a detailed report received ITom staff as a result of a previous
staff referral regarding the SANDAG rail study. He asked staff to contact SANDAG and
officially request the City's participation on the SANDAG Regional Transportation Plan
Committee.
Councilmember Chavez reported that she recently visited Veterans Park and commented on the
wonderful facilities and activities the park offers. She thanked all those who worked on the
project. She also spoke about the presentation earlier on the bus system and asked that a City
staff member be assigned as a liaison to MTS, and as a contact person on the subject for the
Council, and that a way be found to inform those whose routes will be changed or cut.
CLOSED SESSION
17. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 54957
· Ratification of appointment of Deputy City Attorney 11
It was the Council consensus to ratify the appointment of the Deputy City Attorney II.
18. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a)
· Angela Reyes v. City of Chula Vista [Case No. 05CV2309H(LSP)]
No reportable action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:50 p.m., Deputy Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting to a Special Meeting on March 10,
2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, and thence to the Regular Meeting on March 14,
2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Susan Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk
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