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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
August 22, 2006
6:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:16
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: Interim City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Moore, and City Clerk
Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
. OA THS OF OFFICE:
Manny Ramirez, International Friendship Commission
Elizabeth Scott, Charter Review Commission
Pat Moriarty, Human Relations Commission
Ricardo Macias, Resource Conservation Commission
Jeremy Hogan, M.D., Design Review Commission
Sonny Chandler, Commission on Aging
Elroy Kihano, Veterans' Advisory Commission
Stephen Sprenkle, Veterans' Advisory Commission
Karina Kay Corrales, Youth Advisory Commission
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oaths of office, and Deputy Mayor McCann presented the
certificates of appointment.
. PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR PADILLA TO ROBERT
WHITE, 2006 VETERAN OF THE YEAR
Mayor Padilla read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor McCann presented it to Mr. White.
· PRESENTATION BY ED VAN EENOO BUDGET AND ANALYSIS DIRECTOR OF
RESULTS FROM THE NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER CITIZEN SURVEY
This item was continued to September 19, 2006.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (continued)
. DID YOU KNOW...THAT THE CHULA VISTA POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS
TWENTY SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS DEDICATED TO FIFTY-THREE
SCHOOLS IN CHULA VISTA? Presented by Leonard Miranda, Police Captain.
Captain Miranda provided a presentation on the school resource officer program in Chula Vista.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items I through 22)
Mayor Padilla stated that staff had requested Items 13A and 13B be pulled from the agenda
indefinitely. Councilmember Castaneda requested that Item 7 be pulled from the Consent
Calendar for discussion. He also stated that he would abstain from voting on Item 21 due to the
proximity of property in which he has an interest to the District. Councilmember Chavez asked
that Item 11 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Councilmember Rindone
stated he would abstain from voting on Item 11 to eliminate any appearance of a potential
conflict of interest. Deputy Mayor McCann stated that he would abstain from voting on Item 19,
as he owns property within 500 feet of the subject property.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Special Meetings of June 13, June 20, and the
Regular Meetings of July II and July 25, 2006 (Continued from August 8, 2006).
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A. Memorandum from Councilmember Rindone requesting excused absences from
the City Council meetings of July 25 and August 1,2006 (Continued from August
8, 2006).
Staff recommendation: Council excuse the absences.
B. Memorandum from Councilmember McCann requesting an excused absence from
the City Council meeting of August 8, 2006.
Staff recommendation: Council excuse the absence.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 3041, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE 15.20 AND ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL CODE
5.39 REQUIRING HOTELS AND MOTELS TO HAVE A PERMIT TO OPERATE
(SECOND READING)
Adoption of the ordinance requires hotels/motels to obtain and post an annual permit to
operate before renting rooms. This ordinance was introduced on August 8, 2006.
(Acting Director of Community Development, Finance Director, Fire Chief, Planning and
Building Director, Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-256, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $50,000 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 TWO
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE
ELECTORATE AT THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
NOVEMBER 7,2006 (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED; Continued from August 8, 2006)
On August 8, 2006, the Council adopted a resolution placing two proposed Charter
amendments on the ballot for the November 7, 2006 Special Municipal Election. At that
meeting, the resolution appropriating funds to the City Clerk's supplies and services
budget to cover the Registrar's estimated costs for the placement of the measures on the
ballot was continued to August 22, because adoption of the resolution requires a four-
fifths vote, and only three Councilmembers were present. (City Clerk)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-257, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE
ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. PE-704 FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A
MONUMENT SIGN AND A RETAINING WALL PROPOSED TO BE
CONSTRUCTED WITHIN THE EXISTING BIRCH ROAD GENERAL UTILITY
EASEMENT
The Town Center shopping center project is generally located at the northwest comer of
Eastlake Parkway and Birch road, and will consist of major department stores and smaller
commercial vendors sharing the site. General Growth Properties, owner of the project, is
proposing to construct a monument sign and a retaining wall within the City's right-of-
way. (Acting Engineering Director)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-258, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA AND CANYON GATEWAY PLAZA, LLC, REGARDING
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPING AND UTILITIES
NECESSARY FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE TELEGRAPH CANYON ROAD/I-
805 INTERCHANGE PROJECT (CY-I02)
The Telegraph Canyon/I-80S Interchange Project (CY-l02) is nearing completion. The
only remaining work to be done is the installation of new landscaping and related
improvements along the frontage of the Canyon Plaza Shopping Center. This landscape
work is being done to replace landscaping removed during the reconstruction of the
Telegraph Creek Channel and the widening of Telegraph Canyon Road. (Acting
Engineering Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
7. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-259, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING FINAL REVISIONS TO THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA AND THE CHULA VISTA POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
The City of Chula Vista Police Officers Association (POA) requested to revisit some of
the language changes made in the July I, 2005 - June 30, 2010 Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU). Members of the City Management Negotiations Team and the
POA Negotiations Team met and conferred and have reached agreement on the final
MOU language. (Human Resources Director)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-260, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE FORMAL CONSULTANT SELECTION
PROCESS AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CENTRE FOR
ORGANIZATION EFFECTIVENESS FOR STAFF PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT SERVICES, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
Adoption of the resolution approves an agreement with The Centre for professional staff
development consultant services. The recommendation for waiving the consultant
selection process is based on The Centre's qualifications and experience, knowledge of
the City, consistency in training, and their exemplary work performance on previous
Supervisor and Executive Leadership Academies. (Human Resources Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-261, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING FUNDS BASED UPON
UNANTICIPATED REVENUES TO REIMBURSE THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
FOR SPECIAL EVENT SERVICES FOR THE SEVENTH ANNUAL OTA Y RANCH
DAY ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2006 (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED; Continued from August
8, 2006)
On August 8, 2006, the Council approved the Otay Ranch Company's request for
temporary street closure on East Palomar for the seventh Annual Otay Ranch Day from
noon to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2006. Because there were only three
Counci1members present during the August 8'\ 2006 City Council meeting, the
appropriation portion of Resolution 2006-247 was removed and rescheduled for the
August 22, 2006 Council meeting. Adoption of this resolution appropriates funds to the
Fiscal Year 2007 Police Department Personnel Services budget for overtime related to
police support of the event. (Communications Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
] ]. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
]2. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-263, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
REGULATORY AGREEMENT RELATED TO R-I9, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE
ELEVEN, BETWEEN THE CITY AND BROOKFIELD SHEA OTAY, LLC, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
The developer, Brookfield Shea Otay, LLC, desires to satisfY its affordable housing
obligation through a for-sale project located in the R-]9 neighborhood in Otay Ranch
Village Eleven. Adoption of the resolution approves the affordable housing agreement.
(Acting Community Development Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
13. A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING THE FINAL MAP OF CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 0]-]], OTA Y
RANCH VILLAGE]], NEIGHBORHOODS MU-] AND R-]9, ACKNOWLEDGING
THE IRREVOCABLE OFFER OF DEDICATION OF FEE INTEREST GRANTED ON
SAID MAP; AND ACCEPTING ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
THE VARIOUS PUBLIC EASEMENTS AS GRANTED ON SAID MAP
]3. B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING AN ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT PE-702 FOR VARIOUS
LOCATIONS WITHIN CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 01-11, OTAY RANCH
VILLAGE I], NEIGHBORHOODS MU-] AND R-19
Adoption of the resolutions approves both a final map and an encroachment permit for
Neighborhoods MU-l and R-19, a subdivision of Otay Ranch Village II.
Neighborhoods MU-l and R-19 consist of residential condominiums, mixed-use and
commercial acres on three lots with three open space lots (lots A, B & C) along Eastlake
Parkway. This item is related to Item No. ]2 on this agenda, and approval of the
affordable housing agreement with Brookfield Shea Otay, LLC is necessary in order to
approve the final map. (Acting Engineering Director)
Staffrecommendation: This item be removed from the agenda indefinitely.
14. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-264, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING CITY STAFF'S ACTION ON APPROVING
CHANGE ORDERS WITH KOCH-ARMSTRONG GENERAL ENGINEERING, INC.
TO COMPLETE THE "PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR
2004/2005 OVERLAY IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA" PROJECT,
A COMPONENT OF THE 2005 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT (STL-
3 ]0)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
14. B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-265, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING CITY STAFF'S ACTION ON APPROVING
CHANGE ORDERS WITH AMERICAN ASPHALT SOUTH, INe. TO COMPLETE
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-31 0)
During the course of construction, unforeseen circumstances caused an increase in
quantities for the overlay project beyond what was anticipated during the preparation of
the project specifications, which resulted in a change order that exceeds the Director of
Public Works' authorized limits. Adoption of the resolutions ratifies staffs action of
approving the change orders for these projects. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
15. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-266, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A REIMBURSEMENT REGARDING THE
SALT CREEK RECREATION FACILITY FROM RUDOLPH AND SLETTEN IN THE
AMOUNT OF $6,050, AND APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS TO CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PR271, SALT CREEK RECREATION FACILITY
(4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
15. B. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-267, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A REIMBURSEMENT REGARDING
MINOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FROM THE SOUTH BAY LITTLE LEAGUE
IN THE AMOUNT OF $19,604.80, AND APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS TO
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT GGl75, C&R MINOR CAPITAL (4/5THS
VOTE REQUIRED)
The General Services Department received two separate reimbursements for work related
to two Capital Improvement projects. Staff is recommending that the reimbursements be
appropriated to the projects from which the expenditure originally occurred. (General
Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-268, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF
LEMON GROVE FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
Chula Vista has provided animal control services to Lemon Grove since 1995. The
existing agreement expired on June 30, 2005. Adoption of the resolution approves a new
three-year animal control agreement with an option to extend administratively for two
additional years upon mutual consent. (General Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
17. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-269, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO GRAND
JURY REPORT ON FELONY WARRANTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN THE RESPONSE ON BEHALF OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
On June I, 2006, the San Diego County Grand Jury filed a report entitled, "Felony
Warrants - The Unsolved Problem" with the Clerk of the Court. The Grand Jury made
seven specific recommendations directed in part to all Mayors, the County Board of
Supervisors, Chiefs, and the Sheriff in San Diego County. Under State law, the City of
Chula Vista and the Chief of Police must respond within 90 days to the recommendations
contained in the Grand Jury report. (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-270, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING CONDITIONAL TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF RANCHO DEL REY P ARKW A Y ON SEPTEMBER 9
AND 10,2006, FOR THE ORANGE CRATE DERBY
The Bonita Orange Crate Derby Committee of the Bonita Valley Lions Club requested
permission for temporary street closure on Rancho Del Rey Parkway on September 9 and
10,2006 to conduct its 27th Annual Orange Crate Derby. (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
19. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-271, 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 REHABILITATION OF ROHR PARK
RECREATIONAL TRAIL; AUTHORIZING THE COMMITMENT OF MATCHING
FUNDS THEREFOR; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS
DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ALL GRANT DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO
IMPLEMENT THE APPROVED PROJECT
As part of the City's ongoing commitment to provide safe and accessible recreational
facilities to residents, Public Works Operations (Parks & Open Space) plans to
rehabilitate several sections of Rohr Park Recreational Trail for pedestrian and equestrian
use. To help fund the project, staff proposes to apply for federal Recreational Trails
Program grant funding from the California Department of Parks and Recreation. If
awarded, the funds will become available in Fiscal Year 2007/2008. (Public Works
Operations)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
20. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-272, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF GRANT
APPLICATIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRA TED WASTE MANAGEMENT
BOARD (CIWMB) FOR ALL A V AILABLE CIWMB TIRE-RELATED GRANTS
DURING THE FIVE-YEAR PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 201 I; AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ALL GRANT
DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO SECURE LOCAL GOVERNMENT TIRE-
RELATED GRANT FUNDS AND IMPLEMENT THE APPROVED GRANT
PROJECTS
In keeping with the City's policy to support the use of products manufactured with post-
consumer recycled material, staff plans to dress city-owned landscaped facilities with a
durable mulch product made from waste tire products. Adoption of the resolution allows
staff to apply for a Tire-Derived Products Program Grant from the State of California to
offset project costs. The resolution further authorizes application to any of California
Integrated Waste Management Board's grant programs for a period of five years. (Public
Works Operations Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-273, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 BUDGET BY
APPROPRIATING $33,486 FROM OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 20, ZONE 5, AND
OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 8 FUNDS; A WARDING A LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
CONTRACT PER THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BID NO. 01-04/05 TO
AZTEC LANDSCAPING IN THE AMOUNT OF $242,378.24 FOR THE PERIOD OF
SEPTEMBER I, 2006 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2007, FOR THE LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE OF OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 20, ZONE 5, AND OPEN SPACE
DISTRICT 8; AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASING AGENT TO RENEW THE
AGREEMENT FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL, ONE-YEAR OPTION PERIODS
The current landscape maintenance contractor for Open Space Districts 8 and 20, Zone 5
is in default of its landscape maintenance contract. As a result, the second lowest bidder
is being awarded the landscape maintenance contract for these open space areas, which
represents an increase of $33,486 over the lowest bid. (Public Works Operations
Director)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
22. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-274, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AND THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA REGARDING JURISDICTION OVER AND OPERATION OF THE
OT A Y LANDFILL
The agreement between the County of San Diego and the City of Chula Vista regarding
jurisdiction over and operation of the Otay Landfill contains certain provisions requiring
the County to participate in the City's approval of General Plan Amendments affecting
the landfill buffer area. The City and County agree these provisions should be removed.
(City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla noted that Item 13 was removed from the agenda, and he offered
Consent Calendar Items I through 6 and 8 through 10, 12, and 14 through 22.
headings read, text waived. The motion carried 5-0, except for Item 19, which
carried 4-0-1 with Deputy Mayor McCann abstaining as he owns property within
500 feet of the subject property; and Item 21, which carried 4-0-1 with
Councilmember Castaneda abstaining due to the proximity of property in which
he has an interest to the district.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
7. A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING THE CREATION OF AN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES MANAGER
CLASSIFICATION IN THE UNCLASSIFIED SERVICE, SENIOR MANAGER
GROUP
7. B. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF
UNCLASSIFIED POSITIONS TO ADD THE POSITION OF EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES MANAGER (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED
Since the Educational Services Division of the Library Department was created in 1999,
the after school program budget has grown from $539,000 to approximately $2.1 million
per year. STRETCH and DASH are now provided at 32 elementary school sites in Chula
Vista. Later this fall. the program will grow even larger when new after school funds are
released by the state. Because of the program's complexity and the Education Services
Manager's scope of responsibility, it is recommended that the position be moved from the
Middle Management Group to the Senior Manager Group. Chula Vista City Charter
section 500 requires that all unclassified positions not mentioned specifically in Charter
section 500 be adopted by Ordinance. (Assistant City Manager Palmer, Human
Resources Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution and place the ordinance on first
reading.
Acting City Manager Thomson requested that Items 7 A and 7B be removed from the agenda.
No action was taken by the Council.
II. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-262, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $27,000 AND CONTRIBUTING SAID
FUNDS TO THE SAN DIEGO FIRE RESCUE FOUNDATION FOR THE PURCHASE
OF AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS TO BE PLACED IN CHULA
VISTA SCHOOLS (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
The City of Chula Vista has been requested by County Board of Supervisor Greg Cox's
office to contribute $27,000 to the San Diego Fire and Rescue Foundation in order to help
fund the cost of automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) for placement in South Bay
Schools. County of San Diego Supervisor Greg Cox's office is facilitating this project on
behalf of South Bay residents. (Fire Chief)
Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
ACTION:
Councilmember Chavez offered Resolution No. 2006-262, heading read, text
waived. The motion carried 4-0-1 with Councilmember Rindone abstaining to
eliminate any appearance of a potential conflict of interest.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lisa Moctezuma, representing the Third A venue Business Association, provided the Council
with a packet of information pertaining to the Urban Core Specific Plan, including a letter in
support from the association, statements regarding parking, and copies of cards collected from
citizens with comments on the plan.
Susan Woolsey, representing concerned cItizens in her neighborhood, requested Council
assistance in removing and relocating wild animals from the neighborhood to appropriate
habitats; and requested notification of any actions taken by the City so that she, in turn, could
notifY her neighbors.
Sandy Duncan expressed concerns with what she perceived to be inhumane treatment of the Jade
Bay mobilehome park residents, and requested Council consideration of keeping the mobilehome
park zoning in the Urban Core Specific Plan until the residents could be protected. Mayor
Padilla reported that he received a memorandum from staff recommending that the mobilehome
park zoning be retained until the ordinance could be amended to build in protection for
mobilehome park residents.
At 7:21 p.m., Mayor Padilla recessed the Council meeting to convene the Redevelopment
Agency meeting. The Council meeting reconvened at 7:24 p.m. with all members present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
23. CONSIDERATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006/2007 LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS
AND COLLECTION AGAINST THOSE ASSESSMENTS FOR CITY OPEN SPACE
DISTRICT 20
The City administers and maintains 36 open space districts and associated zones that
have been established over the last 30 years. The districts provide a financing
mechanism to maintain the public open space areas associated with each particular
development. The levy of an annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2006/2007 enables the
City to provide these ongoing services. Adoption of the following resolution approves
the levy of the assessment and collectibles for Open Space District 20. (Acting
Engineering Director)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearings were
held on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Padilla opened the public hearing.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued)
Councilmembers Castaneda and Chavez stated that they would abstain from discussion and
voting on this item due to the proximity of properties in which they have an interest to the
district. They then left the dais.
There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Padilla closed the public
hearing.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda offered Resolution No. 2006-275, heading read, text
waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-275, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA LEVYING THE
ASSESSMENTS AND COLLECTIBLES FOR OPEN SPACE
DISTRICT 20
The motion carried 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Castaneda and Chavez
abstaining due to the proximity of properties in which they have an interest to the
district.
Councilmember Castaneda returned to the dais at this time.
ACTION ITEMS
24. REPORT ON THE EXECUTIVE SEARCH PROCESS FOR THE CITY MANAGER
BY BOB MURRAY OF BOB MURRAY AND ASSOCIATES
The City has contracted with Bob Murray and Associates to conduct an executive search
for the next City Manager. Mr. Murray will speak to the Council regarding issues and
recommendations related to the executive search, and seek Council input regarding those
issues. Mr. Murray will report back to Council once he is prepared to recommend a
group of finalists for the position. (Human Resources Director)
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla moved to continue the item to a special meeting on Saturday,
August 26, 2006 at a time to be determined by the City Manager after
confirmation with Mr. Murray. Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the motion, and
it carried 4-0 with Councilmember Chavez away from the dais.
25. SELECTION OF APPLICANTS TO BE INTERVIEWED FOR APPOINTMENT AS
PORT COMMISSIONER
At its August 8. 2006 meeting, the City Council accepted Port Commissioner Bill Hall's
resignation and approved an appointment process for selecting a new Port Commissioner.
The new Port Commissioner will serve for the balance of the current term, which expires
on January 2, 2007, and will be eligible to apply for a full term at that time. (Interim City
Manager Thomson)
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to extend the application period for 10 days.
Mayor Padilla seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
Councilmember Castaneda asked Assistant City Manager Thomson to communicate with the
Port District to determine if any items pertaining to the Port property within the City of Chula
Vista could be continued or if the City could submit a communication of preference on the items
under consideration. Mayor Padilla stated he would work with the City Manager and the Port
District. Mayor Padilla requested a report back from the City Attorney as to whether an interim
appointment could be made until a Port Commissioner is selected.
26. REPORT ON REQUESTS BY THE ROLLING HILLS RANCH COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION AND RESIDENTS TO AMEND THE TRUCK ROUTE
DESIGNATIONS ON LANE AVENUE, PROCTOR VALLEY ROAD AND HUNTE
PARKWAY
Due to new major roadways in the eastern part ofthe City, there was a need to update the
City's truck routes per Chapter 10.64 (Truck Routes) of the Chula Vista Municipal Code.
On March 21, 2006, Ordinance 3033 was placed on first reading, and on March 28, 2006,
the ordinance was adopted, thereby amending Ordinance 2482, dated 1991. Residents
have expressed concerns about truck route designations on Lane A venue, Proctor Valley
Road and Hunte Parkway. (Acting Engineering Director)
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla moved to continue the item to September 19,2006. Deputy Mayor
McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
Councilmember Rindone requested that the item be placed on the agenda immediately following
the Consent Calendar at that meeting.
27. STATUS REPORT ON THE MAJOR INTERSECTION SAFETY PROGRAM
ALLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL TO PROVIDE POLICY DIRECTION
REGARDING THE POTENTIAL USE OF RED LIGHT CAMERA ENFORCEMENT
IN THE CITY (Continued from August 8, 2006)
In 2005, the Neighborhood Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Program was created in order to
focus on neighborhood traffic calming, major intersection safety and pedestrian and
bicyclist safety. The importance of this effort was underscored by the results of the 2005
Chula Vista Police Department Resident Opinion Survey, which indicated that four of the
five top areas of concern for our residents were traffic related. This item provides a
status update on program efforts in this area and provides the opportunity for the City
Council to have a policy discussion regarding the potential use of red light camera
enforcement in our city. (Acting Engineering Director)
ACTION:
Mayor Padilla moyed to continue this item to September 19, 2006.
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
28. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
APPROVING THE PARK MASTER PLAN FOR THE 7.6 ACRE PUBLIC
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK SITE IN THE OTA Y RANCH VILLAGE 7 SUBDIVISION
AND APPROVING THE NAME OF THE PARK TO BE ALL SEASONS PARK
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ACTION:
The proposed park is located south of Birch Road, west of SR-125, east of La Media
Road, and within the Otay Ranch Village Seven subdivision. The park site shares
boundaries with an elementary school site, Wolf Canyon open space, Magdalena Avenue
and Wolf Canyon loop. The Village greenway trail, running along the northern boundary
of the park site, links the park to the future Eastern Urban Center to the east and the
future Otay Ranch 70-acre community park to the west, as well as the City's greenbelt
trail system. (General Services Director)
Mayor Padilla moved to continue the item to September 19, 2006. Deputy Mayor
McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
29. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
There were none.
30. MAYOR'S REPORTS
ACTION:
Ratification of appointment of John Liken to the Safety Commission.
Mayor Padilla moved to ratify the appointment of John Liken to the Safety
Commission. Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
31. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Rindone congratulated the Third Avenue Business Association on the
outstanding success of the Lemon Festival, and he asked the Mayor to send a letter on behalf of
the Council thanking and congratulating them for their hard work.
A. Councilmember Rindone: Ratification of Seat No.3 's appointment of Brett Davis
to the Mobilehome Rent Review Commission.
ACTION:
B.
ACTION:
Councilmember Rindone moved to ratify the appointment. Mayor Padilla
seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
Councilmembers Rindone and Chavez: Letter regarding elimination of position
of Intergovernmental Affairs Coordinator from Department of Mayor and Council
purSllilllt to Chula Vista Charter section 50 I.
Councilmember Rindone stated that he and Ms. Chavez were withdrawing their
letter as written; and referring the matter to staff to study the job specifications of
the position and amendments to the Municipal Code to clarify that the position
serves at the pleasure of the City Council, and bring the matter back to the next
regularly scheduled City Council meeting for additional discussion.
Councilmember Chavez concurred with Councilmember Rindone's comments.
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CLOSED SESSION
32. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE
TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b)
Three Cases
Two cases were discussed, and no reportable action was taken on those items.
33. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957
No reportable action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:10 p.m., Mayor Padilla adjourned to the Regular Meeting on September 19,2006 at 6:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Susan Bigelow, MMC, C\ty Clerk
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