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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
March 28, 2006
6:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6: 14
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
Councilmembers:
Castaneda, Chavez, McCann, Rindone, and
Padilla
ABSENT:
Councilmembers:
None
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
. PRESENTATION BY CAROLINA GREGOR, SENIOR REGIONAL PLANNER,
SANDAG, REGARDING THE "SMART GROWTH CONCEPT MAP"
Ms. Gregor made the presentation and noted upcoming public workshops to be held throughout
the region, including National City and San Ysidro in the south bay. Councilmember Rindone
asked that SANDAG give serious consideration to scheduling an additional workshop in
Eastlake, since Chula Vista will be greatly impacted and residents should have the opportunity to
participate.
. PRESENTATION BY ALISON RICHARDS-EVENSEN, REPRESENTING SANDAG,
OF THE "DIAMOND AWARD" FOR THE CITY'S TRANSPORTATION DEMAND
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, THE CHULA VISTA XPRESS
Ms. Richards-Eversen presented the SANDAG "Diamond Award" to Mayor Padilla, who
accepted on behalf of the Council and City.
. DID YOU KNOW...THE CITY RECENTLY CUT TAXES FOR OVER 11,000
PROPERTY OWNERS?
Presented by Maria Kachadoorian, Finance Director, and Nadine Mandery, Treasury
Manager.
Finance Director Kachadoorian introduced Treasury Manager Mandery, who provided the
presentation and responded to questions from the Council. Councilmember Rindone requested a
written memo regarding the percentages maintained in reserves for Community Facilities
Districts.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Padilla stated that he would abstain on Items I and 2, since he owns property within 500
feet of the subject areas. Deputy Mayor McCann stated that he would abstain on Item 2, since
his residence is within 500 feet of a school or park.
1. ORDINANCE NO. 3033, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING ORDINANCE 2482 AND CHAPTER 10.64 OF THE CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TRUCK ROUTES, THEREBY AMENDING
SCHEDULE VII AS MAINTAINED IN A REGISTER BY THE CITY ENGINEER
(SECOND READING)
There have been many changes to the City's circulation system since the truck routes
ordinance was last modified in 1991. Recently, staff has reviewed the existing truck
routes and recommends several changes in order to clarify the intended usage of existing
streets throughout the City; and classify some future streets depicted on the approved
entitlement documents for Villages 2, 6, 7, I I and Planning Area 12 of Otay Ranch.
This ordinance was introduced at the meeting of March 21, 2006. (City Engineer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 3034, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.80 TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE THE PROXIMITY OF SEX OFFENDERS TO
CHILDREN'S FACILITIES (SECOND READING)
Convicted sex offenders pose a clear threat to children residing in or vlsltmg our
community. Convicted sex offenders have a much higher recidivism rate than other
violent felons and, therefore. The City Council desires to impose additional safety
precautions to further the goal of protecting children throughout Chula Vista. This
ordinance was introduced at the meeting of March 21,2006. (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-090, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING STREET IMPROVEMENT DEFERRAL
AND LIEN AGREEMENT WITH MARICOPA ASSOCIATES, LLC, FOR THE
PROPERTY AT 1805 MAXWELL ROAD (APN 644-040-61-00) ACCORDING TO
COUNCIL POLICY NO. 503-03
Arizona Maricopa Associates, LLC, has proposed construction of a temporary vehicle
storage yard at 1805 Maxwell Road. The improvement certificate on the parcel map for
the site requires the construction of certain street improvements along the east side of
Maxwell Road prior to any development on the property. Due to the temporary nature of
the proposed development, the Engineering Department recommends that the street
improvements, estimated to cost approximately $135,822, be deferred until a permanent
development is proposed in order to ensure the improvements will match the ultimate
development of the site. City Council approval is required for any improvement deferral
in excess of $30,000. (City Engineer)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-091, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM THE COUNTY OF SAN
DIEGO AGING AND INDEPENDENCE SERVICES FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE
SCHOOL NUTRITION ADVOCACY PROGRAM (SNAP) AT THREE CHULA
VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS USING OLDER ADULT VOLUNTEERS,
AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006 RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET
BY APPROPRIATING $20,000 BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REVENUE, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (4/5THS VOTE
REQUIRED)
The intent of the grant is to continue the development of the Recreation Department's
Life Options Program by offering expanded opportunities for adults in retirement to give
back to their community. The County of San Diego Aging and Independence Services is
providing $20,000 to expand the School Nutrition Advocacy Program (SNAP) to three
elementary schools in Chula Vista using retired adults as volunteers. (Recreation
Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5 A RESOLUTION NO. 2006-092, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "E"
STREET TO "G" STREETS FOR THE CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION ON
APRIL 30, 2006 FROM 4:00 AM. - 9:00 P.M., WAIVING PROHIBITION ON
SIDEWALK SALES, AND WAIVING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN
THE EVENT
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-093, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "E"
STREET TO "W STREETS FOR THE LEMON FESTIVAL ON AUGUST 13, 2006
FROM 4:00 AM. - 9:00 P.M., WAIVING PROHIBITION ON SIDEWALK SALES,
AND WAIVING BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-094, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING CLOSURE OF THIRD AVENUE FROM "D"
STREET TO "I" STREET AND "H" STREET BETWEEN SECOND AND FOURTH
AVENUE, AND PORTIONS OF INTERSECTING STREETS FOR THE ANNUAL
STARLIGHT PARADE ON DECEMBER 2, 2006 FROM I P.M. - 10:00 P.M., AND
WAIVING PROHIBITION ON SIDEWALK SALES, AND WAIVING BUSINESS
LICENSE TAXES FOR DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND VENDORS
PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-095, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND CHULA VISTA DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
FOR SPECIAL EVENTS FOR 2006 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
Adoption of the resolutions approves the closures of Third Avenue and other various
streets for annual special events in 2006. (Communications Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-096, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE CITY'S PURCHASING AGENT TO
INCREASE AN EXISTING PURCHASE ORDER BY $125,000 WITH RBF
CONSULTING FOR MUNICIPAL PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE REMAINDER
OF THE FISCAL YEAR
The existing agreement with RBF Consulting is for professional planning services for the
Development Services section of the Planning and Building Department. This has
provided the department with the ability to handle short -term increases in planning
application filings without hiring additional permanent city staff. The consulting
planners are primarily assigned to planning applications with full cost recovery
agreements so that the applicants will pay all costs associated with the contract. Due to a
greater than anticipated volume of work this fiscal year, the budgeted and purchase order
amounts will soon be exceeded and need to be amended so that RBF Consulting can
continue to provide this service until the end of the fiscal year. (Planning and Building
Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to approve staff's recommendations and offered
the Consent Calendar, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0,
except for Item I, which carried 4-0-1, with Mayor Padilla abstaining; and Item 2,
which carried 3-0-2, with Mayor Padilla and Deputy Mayor McCann abstaining
due to the "rule oflegally required participation."
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
There were none.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Monica Hernandez thanked the Council and staff for their assistance with traffic safety issues in
ITont of Cook Elementary School.
Patricia Aguilar, representing Crossroads II, requested a third public workshop on the Urban
Core Specific Plan, a complex but important regulatory document. She believed it was important
to help the public understand the plan and provide input before it goes into the environmental
review stage. Councilmember Castaneda stated that there is an expanded advisory committee
meeting tomorrow evening that will include public input. He suggested that a decision on an
additional workshop be postponed until after the committee meeting and asked staff to bring
back a report next week. Councilmember Rindone supported the referral to staff.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS (continued)
The following speakers asked the Council to expedite approval of the Sunbow Villas
condominium conversion project, as they are potential homebuyers and wish to move into the
project as soon as possible: Dontay Young, Hean Kao, and Kim and Greg Brown.
Earl Jentz, representing the Northwest Civic Association, requested additional evemng
workshops for the public on the Urban Core Specific Plan.
Craig Moroy requested assistance in locating a facility on the west side of the City for weight
lifting, citing the expense oflocal gyms. Mayor Padilla asked staff to contact Mr. Moroy.
Kevin O'Neill asked the Council to waive privilege on correspondence and memoranda between
the City Manager and City Attorney regarding the Kanter contract so that all documents and
information would be available to the public. The Mayor responded that an item would be
scheduled on next week's agenda under Mayor's Comments for him to discuss and answer the
public's questions regarding the Kanter contract.
ACTION ITEMS
7. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, THE GAS TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE,
AND THE CENTER FOR ENERGY STUDIES AT SAN DIEGO STATE
UNIVERSITY
Consistent with the Mayor and City Council's vision to establish a collaborative
university campus with a strong research component, the City has been selected as the
permanent site for the U.S. Department of Energy-sponsored National Energy Center for
Sustainable Communities Research Institute. Adoption of the resolution approves a
memorandum of agreement (MOA) wjth the Gas Technology Institute and the Center for
Energy Studies at San Diego State University to establish and operate the National
Energy Center for Sustainable Communities. (Community Development Director)
Assistant City Manager Madigan recognized Dr. Lee Kerschner, Vice Chancellor Emeritus,
California State University and Chair of the Chula Vista University Park and Research Center
(UPRC) Blue Ribbon Committee; Dr. Alan Sweedler, Director of the Center for Energy Studies
and Environmental Sciences at San Diego State University; Dr. David Rohy, PhD, member of
the Board of Directors of the Gas Technology Institute (GTI); and Blue Ribbon Committee
(BRC) member Mary Salas. Next, Ms. Madigan provided an update on the university project,
stating that the first critical component to address was Education and the key task was to create a
prospectus to cover everything done to date. A subcommittee of the BRC, known as the
Academic Prospectus Task Force (APTF), wrote the prospectus, which includes the campus
mission, the vision for the University Park Research Center, guiding principals for the
collaborative campus, and goals for collaboration. The APTF was composed of Presidents, Vice
Presidents and facility from four institutions of higher education. The draft prospectus is now
complete and wjll be presented to the BRC on May 8th and then to the Council for final approval
and public release. The next step is for the four APTF partners involved in the creation of the
prospectus to return to their respective organizations to conduct dialogues to determine what
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commitments will be made to bring programs from those organizations to the UPRC. The
prospectus will also be used as a tool to further discussion with other potential partners. The
second component was Research. Dialogue has continued with the Department of Energy and
GTI with the goal to bring the first committed research partner to the UPRC. The final
component of the concept is Economic Development. Staff believes that once the education and
research pieces of the UPRC come into place, the collaborative campus will activate interest
from corporations wanting to co-locate at the regional technology park adjacent to the UPRC.
The location of the new National Energy Center provides a clear focus for economic
development efforts, and the UPRC prospectus includes research and technological and
corporate clusters that may be attracted here because of the research institute. The three
components came together to create the UPRC, and the Blue Ribbon Committee was used to
coalesce all of the concepts. Staff is continuing negotiations on land acquisitions and is intent on
having them, along with major deal points, created prior to the May 8th presentation of the
prospectus to the BRC, which will be followed by a formal workshop with the BRC and Council
to review the final prospectus as approved by the BRC, to ask for Council approval on the land
acquisition agreements, and to review the proposed next steps for the UPRC project.
Economic Development Manager Stone provided an overview of the competitive process for
establishing the U.S. National Energy Center for Community Sustainability. The partnership is
with the Center for Energy Studies at San Diego State University and the Gas Technology
Institute of Illinois. The U.S. Department of Energy is also involved as a major research
sponsor. Backgrounds were provided on each organization. He then acknowledged the City
Council's commitment to the university project and its understanding of what it could mean to
the community from an educational and economic development standpoint; the City's
commitment to the environment; the Planning staff of the City for their planning practices of
smart growth; and the development community for the acceptance and enthusiasm for
participating in the research for this project. The National Energy Center will have four primary
focus areas: I) Primary and Applied Research, 2) Professional Education and Training, 3)
Technology and Management Practice Demonstration, and 4) Facility Capital Campaign. The
action requested of the Council at this meeting was to review and authorize the MOA to establish
the three-way partnership with GTI, San Diego State University Center for Energy Studies and
the City of Chula Vista as co-administrators in the research institute.
The following people spoke in support of the approval of the MOA to establish and operate the
National Energy Center:
Dr. Kerschner, Vice Chancellor Emeritus, California State University and Chair of the Chula
Vista University Park and Research Center (UPRC) Blue Ribbon Committee, expressed his
pleasure at being a participant, as well as his confidence that the university would be built. He
also commended City staff, stating they were marvelous to work with.
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Dr. Sweedler, Director of the Center for Energy Studies and Environmental Sciences at San
Diego State University, stated that the Center would become a model and proving ground to
develop technologies and train people to go out and put their knowledge into practice. Further,
he commented that Chula Vista is most progressive in terms of energy standards.
Dr. Rohy, PhO, member of the Board of Directors of the Gas Technology Institute, stated that his
was a non-profit research organization with over 300 scientists spending $50 million on research
per year. They had been looking for a living laboratory where they could practice in the field
when they found Chula Vista.
Ms. Salas, prior Chula Vista Councilwoman and member of the Blue Ribbon Committee, noted
that the university would be a regional asset, serving students from all over the south bay for
years to come. Additionally, hundreds of jobs would be created so that citizens could work in
the area in which they live.
Deputy Mayor McCann thanked Dr. Kerschner for his leadership and noted that Ms. Salas and
Councilmember Rindone were the original Councilmembers to serve on the Blue Ribbon
Committee. He then thanked staff members Gustavo Perez, Denny Stone and Laurie Madigan
for finding GTI.
Councilmember Rindone thanked the many citizens who participated in the C02 production
project and the EPA for its 2003 award to the City, both of which contributed to GTI's selection
ofChula Vista. Further, he expressed pleasure at the participation of San Diego State University,
noting that this is a Blue Ribbon Day in Chula Vista.
Councilmember Castaneda congratulated staff and the Blue Ribbon Committee for their hard
work, noting that this project is extremely important for the future of this region and the entire
globe.
Councilmember Chavez stated she was honored to be a part of this model project, which will not
only educate and train our children, but introduce them to subjects they have never experienced
before.
Patricia Aguilar, representing Crossroads II, stated that her organization was delighted at this
development and was looking forward to Chula Vista becoming a center for the South Bay.
Mayor Padilla commended the Council and staff for their tradition of great faith, confidence and
dreams for success for the City, and added special congratulations to Laurie Madigan for her
tenacity and efforts.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone then offered the following resolution, heading read, text
waived:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006-097, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA, THE GAS TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE AND THE
CENTER FOR ENERGY STUDIES AT SAN DIEGO STATE
UNIVERSITY, IN A PARTNERSHIP TO ESTABLISH AND TO
OPERATE THE NATIONAL ENERGY CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE
COMMUNITIES, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN SAID
AGREEMENT
The motion carried 5-0.
8. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING $300,000 FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE'S OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES FOR
THE UNIVERSAL HIRING PROGRAM GRANT; AND AMENDING THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET FOR THE ADDITION OF SIX SWORN POSITIONS,
ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR OVERTIME AND HOURLY WAGES, AND
APPROPRIATION OF THE REMAINDER OF A UNIVERSAL HIRING GRANT
With the completion of the Police Department's strategic business plan, the department
has conducted an extensive needs assessment in order to identifY the resources that the
department would need in order to successfully implement the goals set forth in the
strategic plan. Adoption of the resolutions approves the addition of six sworn positions,
additional funding for overtime and hourly wages, and appropriation of the remainder of
a Universal Hiring Grant. (Police Chief)
Chief Emerson presented the staff report, noting that the full strategic business plan would be
presented tomorrow morning to the Public Safety Committee.
Neil Raymond Rico, Chula Vista resident since 1998 and former U.S. State Department
employee, stated that he would be working diligently to see that the Chula Vista Police
Department receives adequate funding, but only after it has undergone a full U.S. Justice
Department/FBI review on how it conducts itself in the community.
In response to Deputy Mayor McCann's request, Chief Emerson provided a brief explanation of
the Council-appointed blue ribbon committee established to consider whether or not there should
be a civilian review board and the committee's subsequent determination that a review board was
not needed. The Council had then requested that a Chiefs Advisory Board be established; the
board has now been functioning for over two years and meeting regularly. Deputy Mayor
McCann thanked the Chief for his efforts to increase traffic safety and then cited speeding in the
vicinity of schools as a major concern, noting the need to look at all schools to see how to
improve safety.
Councilmember Rindone noted that there were disturbing summations in the report that reflected
the need for further investigation and study by the Council in a workshop setting. He stated that
the overtime mandate to meet minimum staffing requirements was not acceptable, and he asked
that a workshop be held within 90 days to address in-depth the financial resources needed to
meet the needs of safety services without having to dip into reserves.
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ACTION:
Mayor Padilla offered the following resolutions, headings read, texts waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-098, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $300,000
FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE'S OFFICE OF
COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES FOR THE
UNIVERSAL HIRING PROGRAM GRANT, ADDING TWO PEACE
OFFICERS AND TWO POLICE AGENTS TO THE AUTHORIZED
STAFFING LEVELS OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-099, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET TO ADD A PEACE OFFICER AND
POLICE LIEUTENANT, 3.5 FULL TIME EQUIVALENT HOURLY
STAFF, ADDITIONAL OVERTIME AND BENEFIT FUNDING,
INCREASING THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED OVER HIRE
OFFICERS FROM FIVE TO TEN, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR FROM THE A V AILABLE BALANCE OF THE
GENERAL FUND (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
The motion carried 5-0.
9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT'S FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN
Adoption of the resolution approves the Community Development Department's Five-
Year Strategic Plan. The plan details key programs and projects that will be undertaken
during the planning period, and the associated outcomes, benefits and resources.
(Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director)
Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Smith provided opening comments,
and requested Council approval of the strategic plan, along with direction to bring it back for
review in one year. She then introduced Assistant Community Development Director Hix, who
presented an overview of how the plan was developed. Economic Development Manager Stone
provided an overview of the implementation strategies.
Councilmember Castaneda asked staff to keep the Council apprised of progress made.
Councilmember Rindone commended staff on the finest plan he has seen in 14 years. Mayor
Padilla noted that Ms. Smith's leadership is showing an impact.
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ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone offered the following resolution, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-100, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN
AND DIRECTING STAFF TO RETURN TO COUNCIL WITH A ONE-
YEAR WORK PLAN TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF THE
STRATEGIC PLAN
The motion carried 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
10. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
There were none.
II. MAYOR'S REPORTS
Mayor Padilla asked staff to take another look at a request ITom Councilman Emeritus Len
Moore to prohibit solicitations being distributed on private property without the consent of
residents.
Mayor Padilla then reported that he and Councilmember Castaneda had reviewed the problems
being experienced at the Chula Vista Mobile Home Park, where doublewide trailers are replacing
singlewide trailers throughout the park, leaving little space between units. Title 25, which the
City is required to enforce, states that lot spaces are to be delineated by the property owner to
ensure that a proper distance is maintained. However, in most cases, the spaces are not
delineated; thus, there is no point of reference and no way to enforce the regulations. He asked
staff to include a review of this situation in the review of proposed amendments to the current
ordinance already underway.
.
ACTION:
ACTION:
ACTION:
Consideration of City Council committee assignments.
Mayor Padilla moved to appoint Councilmember Chavez as alternate to the South
County Economic Development Council, and potentially to the Local Agency
Formation Commission. Councilmember Rindone seconded the motion, and it
carried 5-0.
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to appoint Councilmember Chavez to replace
Mayor Padilla on the City/Schools Task Force. Mayor Padilla seconded the
motion, and it carried 5-0.
Mayor Padilla moved to appoint Deputy Mayor McCann as alternate on the
Metropolitan Transit Development Board. Councilmember Castaneda seconded
the motion, and it carried 5-0.
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12. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember McCann asked staff to ensure that the positioning of the flags in the Chambers
is correct. He also asked staff to propose ways to implement a police storefront in the eastern
territories until a police substation is constructed.
Councilmember Chavez requested recommendations to the Public Safety Committee on a public
nuisance program, such as "Safe Streets Now," which empowers neighborhoods and encourages
them to work with the police to take back and care for their neighborhoods. Additionally, she
requested recommendations on tools to enforce safety around schools.
CLOSED SESSION
13. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE
TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b)
. Two cases
No reportable action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:45 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned the meeting to a Special Meeting of the City Council in
attendance at a Bi-National City Council Meeting hosted by the South County Economic
Development Council on March 30, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at the San Diego Country Club in Chula
Vista, and thence to the Regular Meeting on April 4, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Susan Bigelow,MMC, S& Clerk
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