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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007/02/06 Agenda Packet I oeclare unOer penalty 01 perjury that I am employed by the City of Chula Vista in the Office of the City Clerk and that I posted this document on the bulletin board according t~ , r, Brown Act requirements. ~, 1 f t.-- ~ 1-2- SignedSMlJl1, }M1l.-...... . ~-~""- CllY OF CHUlA VISTA Cheryl Cox, Mayor Rudy Ramirez, Councilmember Jim Thomson, Interim City Manager John McCann, Councilmember Ann Moore, City Attorney Jerry R. Rindone, Councilmember Susan Bigelow, City Clerk Steve Castaneda, Councilmember February 6, 2007 4:00 P.M. Council Chambers City Hall 276 Fourth Avenue CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL: Councilmembers Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, Rindone, and Mayor Cox PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR COX OF A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING A DELEGATION OF VISITING FACULTY MEMBERS FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL ATTACHED TO NORTHEAST NORMAL UNIVERSITY, CHANGCHUN, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA . INTRODUCTION BY ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/LIBRARY DIRECTOR PALMER, OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, JO ANN STORNIOLO, LIBRARY ASSOCIATE . PRESENTATION OF A DONATION TO THE CHULA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY FROM QUALCOMM, INC. BY SARAH SNAVELY AND ALLISON KELLY . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR COX OF A PROCLAMATION TO CHRIS BOYD, CEO FOR SHARP CHULA VISTA MEDICAL CENTER, PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 2007 AS "SMOKE-FREE SHARP CHULA VISTA MEDICAL CENTER - AMERICAN HEART MONTH IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA" CONSENT CALENDAR (Items] through] ]) The Council will enact the Consent Calendar staff recommendations by one motion, without discussion, unless a Councilmember, a member of the public, or City staffrequests that an item be removed for discussion. {fyou wish to speak on one of these items, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form (available in the lobby) and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the meeting. Items pulledfrom the Consent Calendar will be discussed immediately following the Consent Calendar. ] . APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of January 9, 2007, an Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council and Special Meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of January 9, 2007, and an Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council and Special Meeting of the Housing Authority of January 9, 2007. Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes. 2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Memorandum from Deputy Mayor Rindone requesting an excused absence from the Chula Vista City Council/Port Commission Meeting of January 18,2007. Staff recommendation: Council excuse the absence. B. Letter ofresignation from Judy Schulenberg, member of the Nature Center Board of Trustees Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation and direct the City Clerk to post the vacancy in accordance with Maddy Act requirements. 3. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 13M (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO) (SECOND READING) Adoption of the ordinance authorizes the levy of a special tax within Community Facilities District No. 13M (Otay Ranch Village Two). This ordinance was introduced at the meeting of January 23, 2007. (City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance. 4. HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-2006 The City ofChula Vista is required by California Government Code to prepare an Annual Report on Housing Element Progress. This report covers the 2005-2006 Fiscal Year. (Acting Community Development Director) Staff recommendation: Council accept the report. Page 2 - Council Agenda htto://wwv..'. chulavistaca. 20V February 6, 2007 5. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN THE SAN DIEGO REGIONAL MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM Adoption of the agreement allows the City to participate in the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. (Acting Community Development Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 6. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA V]ST A AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S REPRESENTATIVE ON THE METRO COMMISSION TO VOTE IN SUPPORT OF OPTIONS THAT WILL ENABLE THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO TO BEST ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF SECONDARY WASTEWATER TREATMENT Adoption of the resolution authorizes the City's representative to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. ( City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 7. A. RESOLUT]ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING CALIFORNIA STATE FUNDS UNDER THE SAFE ROUTE TO SCHOOL PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $288,800 FOR THE "HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT" B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHING A NEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT "HARBORS IDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING" (TF-347), AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS OF $288,800 IN STATE FUNDS, $40,000 IN TRAFFIC SIGNAL FUNDS FOR CITY'S COST SHARE, AND $]0,000 IN DEVELOPER'S REMAINING FUNDS (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) Adoptions of the resolutions accept the SR2S Grant Program funds and authorize the appropriation of funds to a new Capital Improvement Project, "Harborside Elementary Traffic Calming" (TF-347). This project will install raised medians, flashing beacons, and other improvements to enhance pedestrian safety adjacent to Harborside E]ementary. (City Engineer) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. 8. RESOLUT]ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING CITY STAFF'S ACTION ON APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER WITH PORTILLO CONCRETE, INC. TO COMPLETE THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT V AR]OUS LOCATIONS, FISCAL YEAR 2006 (JY-065L)" PROJECT Adoption of the resolution ratifies staffs action approving a change order that resulted from unforeseen circumstances, which caused an increase in quantities for the project beyond what was anticipated during the preparation of the project specifications. (General Services Director/Public Works Director) Page 3 - Council Agenda http://www .chula vlstaca. QOV February 6, 2007 Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 9. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND/SDG&E ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE $708,750 FROM THE SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC PARTNERSHIP GRANT FOR VARIOUS CITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECTS AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, ESTABLISHING A NEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, "CITY FACILITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY (GG-199)", AND APPROPRIATING GRANT FUNDS AS NECESSARY (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) The City Council approved a 3-year grant agreement with San Diego Gas and Electric, which provides funding to the City for energy efficiency projects. Staff is requesting appropriation of calendar year 2006 and 2007 funding in the amount of $708,750. These funds will be used to retrofit and upgrade several City facilities with energy efficiency equipment and pay for related General Services staff costs. (General Services Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 10. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA FISCAL YEAR 2007 (JY-065M)" PROJECT TO PETER'S CONCRETE COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,833.50, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT On January 3 I, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the project, which 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. Adoption of the resolution awards the bid to Peter's Concrete Company in the amount of$82,833.50. (General Services Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. I LA. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND A WARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL-295)" PROJECT TO KOCH-ARMSTRONG GENERAL ENGINEERING INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $154,169.30 AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXPEND ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING INTER-PROJECT TRANSFERS FROM EXISTING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL-295)" PROJECT (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) Page 4 - Council Agenda htto ://W\\:w .chu lavi staca.2.Ov February 6, 2007 On January 31, 2007, the General Services Director received sealed bids for the project, which was included in the budget to remove and replace curbs, gutters, sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, cross gutter and driveways displaced by differential settling, tree roots, etc., on various City streets. Adoption of the resolution awards the bid to Koch- Armstong General Engineering Inc. in the amount of $154,169.30. (General Services Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC COMMENTS Persons speaking during Public Comments may address the Council/Authority on any subject matter within the Council/Authority's jurisdiction that is not listed as an item on the agenda. State law generally prohibits the Council//Authority from taking action on any issue not included on the agenda, but, if appropriate. the Council/Agency/Authority may schedule the topic for future discussion or refer the matter to staff Comments are limited to three minutes. ACTION ITEMS The Item listed in this section of the agenda will be considered individually by the Council/Authority, and is expected to elicit discussion and deliberation. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak"form (available in the lobby) and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the meeting. 12. CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON THE UPCOMING STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION FROM ADVOCATION, INe. The City's advocate in Sacramento will provide information on the recently convened state legislative session, and request input from the City Council on legislative priorities for the coming year. (City Manager) Staff recommendation: Council accept the report and provide direction to staff and to Advocation, Inc. 13. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING, IN CONCEPT, AN AGREEMENT FOR AN INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW CONSULTANT, AND THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH NEGOTIATIONS, ACCORDINGLY This report approves in concept, the selection of Economic & Planning Systems (EPS) as the consultant to perform an Independent Financial review of the City of ChuIa Vista for a not-to-exceed cost of $40,000, and directs that the City Manager proceed with contract negotiations and execution. Adoption ofthe resolution amends the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 City Council Budget by transferring $40,000 from the personnel category to the supplies and services category to provide the funding for the Independent Financial Review, approves the concept of retaining EPS for the financial review, and authorizes the City Manager to proceed with negotiations with EPS. (Independent Financial Review Council Subcommittee - Mayor Cox and Councilmember Castaneda) Page 5 - Council Agenda httn://wwvv .chulavistaca. eov February 6, 2007 Staff recommendation: Council adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 CITY COUNCIL BUDGET IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET TRANSFER POLICY, APPROVING, IN CONCEPT THE SELECTION OF ECONOMIC & PLANNING SYSTEMS (EPS) AS THE CONSULTANT TO PERFORM AN INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) OTHER BUSINESS 14. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS 15. MAYOR'S REPORTS A. Report from the CVRC Subcommittee: The Subcommittee recommends referring to the CVRC consideration of removal of all City Council members from the CVRC board. B. Ratification of appointment of David Turner to the Board of Appeals and Advisors. C. Ratification of appointment of Ann Tucker to the Commission on Aging. D. Ratification of appointment of Jesse Navarro to the Safety Commission. 16. COUNCIL COMMENTS A. Councilmember Ramirez: Consideration of support of the appointment of Councilmember Castaneda to the California Coastal Commission. CLOSED SESSION Announcements of actions taken in Closed Session shall be made available by noon on Wednesday following the Council Meeting at the City Attorney's office in accordance with the Ralph M Brown Act (Government Code 54957. 7). 17. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b) . Three cases ADJOURNMENT The City Council to the Regular Meeting of February 13, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Page 6 - Council Agenda hllD:! /www.chulavistaca.gov February 6, 2007 In compliance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT The City of Chula Vista requests individuals who require special accommodations to access, attend, and/or participate in a City meeting, activity, or service request such accommodation at least forty-eight hours in advance for meetings and five days for scheduled services and activities. Please contact the City Clerk for specific information at (619) 691-5041 or Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD) at (619) 585-5655. California Relay Service is also available for the hearing impaired. Page 7 - Council Agenda htto:! Iwww.chulavlstaca.!lOV February 6, 2007 DRAFT MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA January 9,2007 6:00 P.M. A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:02 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmembers: Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, Rindone and Mayor Cox (Councihnembers Rindone and McCann arrived at 6:03 p.m.) ABSENT: Councihnembers: None ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager Thomson, City Attorney Moore, City Clerk Bigelow, and Deputy City Clerk Bennett PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY . INTRODUCTION BY RECREATION DIRECTOR MARTIN, OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, CATHY MICHEL, SENIOR FISCAL OFFICE SPECIALIST Mayor Cox read the proclamation, and Deputy Mayor Rindone presented it to Ms. Michel. . OATH OF OFFICE Rita Buencamino-Andrews to the Board of Appeals and Advisors City Clerk Bigelow administered the oath of office to Rita Buencamino-Andrews, and Deputy Mayor Rindone presented her with a certificate of appointment. . DID YOU KNOW...ABOUT HORIZON PARK'S UNIQUE DESIGN FEATURE - "THE COUNCIL RING?" Presented by Joe Gamble, Landscape Planner. Landscape Planner Joe Gamble presented the Horizon Park design feature. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 5) Councihnember Castaneda stated that he would abstain from voting on Items 5D and 5E due to the proximity of property that he owns to Chula Vista Middle School and the YMCA South Bay Branch. /It -I DRAFT CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) Deputy Mayor Rindone stated that he would abstain from voting on Item 5A. Councilmember McCann asked that Casa Seguras be correctly spelled in the minutes of October 24, 2006. Mayor Cox stated that she and Councilmember Ramirez would abstain from voting on the minutes of October 24, November 7,14, and 21, 2006, since they were not on the Council at the time. Mayor Cox noted the amended minutes on the dais for the December 12, 2006 meeting, indicating Deputy Mayor McCann as second alternate for SANDAG. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Regular Meetings of October 24, November 7, November 14, November 21, December 5, and December 12, 2006, the Special Meeting of October 24, 2006, and the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 7,2006. Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes. 2. ORDINANCE NO. 3056, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A CITY COUNCIL POLICY REGARDING REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES INCURRED BY LEGISLATIVE BODY MEMBERS (SECOND READING) California state legislation, effective January 1, 2006, required cities to adopt a written policy regarding expense reimbursements paid to elected and appointed officials. The legislation provisions specifically apply to charter cities. Adoption of the proposed ordinance satisfies the requirements of the legislation. This ordinance was introduced on December 19, 2006. (City Attorney) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-001, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ELIMINATING THE POSITION OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COORDINATOR FROM THE AUTHORIZED POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL'S FISCAL YEAR 2007 BUDGET, WITH THE CITY MANAGER ASSUMING THE ADMINISTRATNE DUTIES OF THE POSITION WITH EXISTING BUDGETARY RESOURCES Adoption of the resolution formalizes Council action taken at the December 19, 2006 meeting and eliminates the position of Intergovernmental Affairs coordinator from the Mayor and Council's Fiscal Year 2007 budget, with the administrative duties of the position to be assumed by the City Manager with existing budgetary resources. (Budget and Analysis Director) Staffrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution. /It - ..l... DRAFT CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) 4. ORDINANCE NO. 3057, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING SECTION 3.44.120, UTILITY USERS TAX - REFUNDS, OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND READING) Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 3.44.120 provides for the refunding of utility users taxes that are overpaid, paid more than once, or collected erroneously. The current code section allows for such refunds but does not provide specific procedures or time frames for processing refund claims. Adoption of the ordinance establishes a one-year claims period for refunds and a procedure for the filing of refund claims. This ordinance was introduced on December 19,2006. (Finance Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance. 5. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-002, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE SWEETWATER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PROVISION OF MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT B. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-003, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND HILLTOP MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE PROVISION OF EXTENDED AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $6,000 BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) C. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-004, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CASTLE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE PROVISION OF EXTENDED AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $6,000 BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) D. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-005, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND CHULA VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE PROVISION OF EXTENDED BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $14,010 BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) Page 3 - Council Agenda htto://\vww.chulavistaca. gOY January 9, 2007 /1/- 3 DRAFT CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) E. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-006, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY SOUTH BAY BRANCH FOR THE PROVISION OF AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS AT HILLTOP, CHULA VISTA, RANCHO DEL REY AND CASTLE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOLS, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT F. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-007, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS AT CASTLE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HILLTOP MIDDLE SCHOOL, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $8,371 BASED ON UNANTICIPATED REVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) The Recreation department and the Sweetwater Union High School District jointly fund the Middle School after-school program (Club Teen Connection or Club Te). The program is additionally funded from Critical Hours Grants and Safe Neighborhood, Safe Schools Grants received by the individual schools. A collaborative partner in the program is the South Bay YMCA. Adoption of these resolutions approves six agreements and appropriations of additional program funds to provide indoor and outdoor after-school programs for the middle schools. (Recreation Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered the Consent Calendar as amended, headings read, texts waived. Councilmember McCann seconded the motion and it carried 5-0, except on Item I, which carried 3-0-2, with Mayor Cox and Councilmember Ramirez abstaining on the minutes of October 24, November 7, 14, and 21, 2006; Item 5A, which carried 4-0-1, with Deputy Mayor Rindone abstaining; and Items 5D and 5E, which carried 4-0-1, with Councilmember Castaneda abstaining due to the proximity of his property to the school and YMCA. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR There were none. PUBLIC COMMENTS Shawn Gisler mentioned his recent e-mail to Council and City staff regarding the San Miguel Ranch connection to Proctor Valley Road, stating that Deputy Director of Engineering Leah Browder had responded, informing him that the road would not open until the completion of SR- 125. He said he did not understand the rationale behind keeping the road closed, since it would provide a shortcut for many. Mayor Cox asked staff to confer with Mr. Gisler and respond to his concerns. Page 4 - Council Minutes httu:llwww.chulavistaca.!lOV January 9,2007 lit ~ f DRAFT CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) With reference to enforcing storm water discharge regulations, Marvin Winters stated that he would like to see proactive enforcement of power washing businesses during evening and early morning hours of operation, since illegal operations by the businesses occurs during these times to avoid enforcement. As a long term resident and business owner, he felt uncomfortable about being placed in the middle of having to document these illegal operations and placing himself in jeopardy to bring these matters forward. He was hopeful that the City would take the lead in the County on handling storm water run-off issues. Mayor Cox asked Interim City Manager Thomson to follow-up on Mr. Winters' concerns. Pam Sherman, representing the Corte Maria neighborhood, stated that neighbors are concerned about the number of residents proposed for a group home for at-risk deaf children, soon to be established in the neighborhood. She added that since the students would not be attending local schools, they would be bused out of the neighborhood, creating traffic and safety issues. She asked that the number of residents in the group home be kept to four, as opposed to the proposed six. Mayor Cox clarified that the children have an at-risk status because they are foster children. She then asked staff to contact the County of San Diego on the matter. Councilmember Castaneda commented that he had researched the matter, and the state has jurisdiction on such homes with six or fewer residents; therefore, the City was not involved in the decision-making process. He stated that the Council public safety subcommittee would be looking at a host of matters to safeguard existing neighborhoods, as well as working with the state to create changes to allow the City the ability to enforce regulations. Ms. Sherman also said she was concerned that the home's square footage would not accommodate six residents. Councilmember Castaneda replied that staff would contact her on the matter. Deputy Mayor Rindone suggested that the Council's public safety subcommittee examine ways to provide notification to residents on such issues. Barbara Nunnelee, representing Jade Bay Mobilehome Park, thanked the Council and staff for assisting residents who have been forced to move out of the park. She stated that she would be forwarding to the Council a list of the park residents' names and the dollar amounts granted to each of them after the depreciated value of their homes was calculated. She stated that what happened to these park residents must not ever happen to residents of the other 32 parks in the City, and she asked the City to adopt an ordinance to protect the City from being overridden by federal law. Councilmember Castaneda expressed concern about the time the City has spent on this matter. He asked Community Development staff to provide an accounting of staff time, the value of vouchers, and City resources that have been provided to assist the residents in relocation, since the City should be remunerated accordingly to ensure fairness to the taxpayers ofChula Vista. Steven Pavka stated that the City's towing fee agreement with various towing companies was unfair and contained a hidden tax that penalized the elderly, who can least afford it. He asked that the matter be placed on a future Council agenda. Mayor Cox referred the request to staff. Theresa Acerro stated that she has received a number of signed petitions opposing the proposed Home Depot at Third and Moss. She said the neighborhood was concerned about noise impacts from trucks, traffic safety, and pollution; and she asked the Council to direct staff to come up with an alternative site plan to remove the trucks from the rear of the affected homes and off of Moss Street. Mayor Cox referred Ms. Acerro's slide presentation to staff. Deputy Mayor Rindone asked that staff also delineate steps previously undertaken by the City to mitigate similar issues for the Albertson's store on Third at J Street. Page 5 - Council Agenda hup:/ /www.chulavistaca.gov January 9, 2007 1/1.5 DRAFT CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) Russ Hall spoke in support of Deputy Mayor Rindone's referral regarding Home Depot, and believed the City could alleviate many ofthe issues. He said this would be a positive project for the west side. He also asked the Council to direct staff to work with the landlord of the vacant Ralph's building to encourage another grocery store, since there are only two existing grocery stores in westem Chula Vista. Jackie Lancaster expressed concern about the draft Environmental Impact Report for the bayfront and recited a poem expressing concerns about building heights, pollution, traffic gridlock, and impacts on wildlife. She displayed contact information for the Port District for community members who wish to contact the Port on the matter. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. CONSIDERATION OF FORMATION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 13M (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO) Adoption of the resolution will form CFD No. 13M, which will fund the perpetual operation and maintenance of (a) landscaping including, but not limited to parkways, medians and slopes; (b) facilities that are directly related to storm water quality control; (c) walls and fencing; (d) trails; (e) pedestrian bridges, including but not limited to, graffiti removal; and (f) public lighting facilities. The City has retained the services of MuniFinancial as special tax consultant and Best, Best and Krieger, LLP as legal counsel to provide assistance during the proceedings. (City Engineer) Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: CounciImember McCann moved to adopt Resolution No. 2007-008, heading read, text waived. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-008, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, FORMING AND ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 13M (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO), AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN THE CFD TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS THEREOF CounciImember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. 7. CONSIDERATION OF ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY, ANNEXATION NO.6 (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO), TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) Page 6 - Council Minutes httD:/ /www.chulavistaca.gov IIl- &, January 9, 2007 DRAFT PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) Adoption of the resolution will annex the territory within Otay Ranch Village Two into Improvement Area C of CFD No. 97-2. Improvement Area A funds the costs of the Resource Monitoring Program as well as Preserve Operations and Maintenance. Improvement Area B only funds the Resource Monitoring Program. Special taxes levied within Improvement area C fund the costs of the Resource Monitoring Program as well as Preserve Operations and Maintenance consistent with the requirements of the Otay Ranch Resource Management Plan Phases I and II, plus a pro-rata share of Administrative Expenses of CFD No. 97-2. Otay Ranch Village Two will not be annexed into Improvement Area A or Improvement Area B. The City has retained the services of MuniFinancial as special tax consultant and Best, Best and Krieger, LLP as legal counsel to provide assistance during the proceedings. (City Engineer) Mayor Cox opened the public hearing. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to adopt Resolution No. 2007-009, heading read, text waived. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-009, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), MAKING CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF CERTAIN TERRITORY, ANNEXATION NO.6 (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO), PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT Deputy Mayor Rindone seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. ACTION ITEMS 8. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH HTH (HIGH TECH HIGH) LEARNING TO LEASE 8-ACRES OF CITY-OWNED LAND TO DEVELOP A CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTER HTH Learning is a private nonprofit organization overseeing the development and operation of facilities that house High Tech High Schools following the charter high school design model. They currently operate a total of seven high, middle and elementary schools, with six in San Diego and one in northern California. (Acting Community Development Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. Page 7 - Council Agenda htm:/ I\vww .chula vistaca. gOY January 9, 2007 /1f-7 DRAFT ACTION ITEMS (Continued) RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH HTH LEARNING TO LEASE 8-ACRES OF CITY- OWNED LAND TO DEVELOP A CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTER, WITH AN OPTION TO DEVELOP A CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL ON 2.7 ACRES, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID AMENDMENT This item was withdrawn from the agenda at the request of Interim City Manager Thomson. The item was not discussed, and no action was taken. 9. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHffiIT SMOKING WITHIN FIFTY (50) FEET OF THE ENTRANCE TO ANY EATING ESTABLISHMENT Adoption of the ordinance prohibits smoking within fifty (50) feet of the entrance to any eating establishment and makes additional clerical corrections to the municipal code section. (City Attorney) Councilmember Castaneda urged the Council to support the proposed ordinance. Deputy Mayor Rindone also spoke in support of the proposed ordinance. ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda moved to place the following ordinance on first reading: ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHffiIT SMOKING WITHIN FIFTY (50) FEET OF THE ENTRANCE TO ANY EATING ESTABLISHMENT, AND TO MAKE OTHER REVISIONS AS NECESSARY TO MAKE THE CHAPTER PROVISIONS CONSISTENT (FIRST READING) Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. OTHER BUSINESS 10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS There were none. 11. MAYOR'S REPORTS A. Ratification of appointment of Kevin O'Neill to the Growth Management Oversight Commission. ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to appoint Kevin O'Neill to the Growth Management Oversight Commission. Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Page 8 - Council Minutes httu:/ /www.chulavistaca.gov /~l January 9,2007 DRAFT OTHER BUSINESS (Continued) B. Update on Scope of Work for Independent Financial Review. Mayor Cox referred to the scope of work for an independent financial review of the City and Redevelopment Agency and said the subcommittee's next work would be to review proposals, once they are received, and formulate a recommendation to the full Council regarding the allocation of funds for the project. 12. COUNCIL COMMENTS Deputy Mayor Rindone: A. Consideration of the establishment of a Health Care Commission. Deputy Mayor Rindone talked about the potential crisis in the health care industry, particularly with respect to the location of hospitals, services, medical reimbursement and adequate emergency rooms. He believed that the Council needed to take a leadership role by establishing a healthcare commission to deal with healthcare-related issues, make recommendations to the Council and review potential legislation. He recommended a five-member commission either appointed by the Council as a whole or with members nominated by individual Counciimember. Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to establish a healthcare commission. Mayor Cox seconded the motion for purposes of discussion and then offered a substitute motion to support the concept of taking a more in-depth look at what a healthcare commission might accomplish, rather than actually establishing a commission at this time. No action was taken on either motion. Deputy Mayor Rindone supported the proposed amendment to have staff look at areas they would want to include, as well as how the City would provide staff support for the proposed commission. Mayor Cox suggested to Interim City Manager Thomson that, together with staff input, calls be placed to the directors at Scripps and Sharp, as well as Supervisor Cox's' Office, to look at options. Councilmember Ramirez spoke in support of the amended motion to explore possible opportunities for a healthcare commission. Councilmember McCann asked the status of a previous referral to staff regarding the formation of a healthcare commission. Assistant City Manager Smith responded that staff communicated with County staff, who are in the process of compiling a 120-day proposal that addresses some of the issues expressed by the Council over the past several months. She stated that staff would be able to provide an update to the Council in the next couple of weeks. Deputy Mayor Rindone suggested including in the update a delineation of some of the responsibilities that could foster good communications. Page 9 - Council Agenda http://'Www .chulavistaca. gOY /4-'9 Jannary 9, 2007 DRAFT OTHER BUSINESS (Continued) Councilmember McCann expressed the need for a clear understanding of the impacts on the City of the closures of Paradise Valley Hospital and the UCSD trauma center. He also suggested looking at land use policies, redevelopment and affordable housing dollars to provide long-term care and assisted living facilities and expressed the need to assist Sharp Hospital with its expansion project by removing bureaucracy. He spoke in support of the Mayor's comments and working with the County, other municipalities and healthcare organizations to seek solutions. Councilmember Castaneda spoke in support of Councilmember McCann's comments and suggested convening a meeting of representatives of local healthcare providers to get a better sense of how the City could assist on the matter of health care. Assistant City Manager Smith stated that the Economic Development and Planning staffs continue to dialogue with healthcare providers around the opportunities for economic development, expansion of medical services, and the linkage between hospital beds and space and doctors offices that support that. Mayor Cox asked staff to provide a status report on the Paradise Valley Hospital for discussion by the Council. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to direct staff to take a look at the structure of a healthcare commission or alternatives, and to come back to the Council with information in approximately one month or sooner. Mayor Cox seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. Councilmember McCann wished the community a prosperous New Year and thanked citizens for the opportunity to serve them. Councilmember Castaneda also wished everyone a happy New Year. Councilmember Ramirez commented on two e-mail memos that he circulated to the Council, one concerning the California Coastal Commission appointment and the other discussing organizational reforms for the Chula Vista Redevelopment Corporation (CVRC). With respect to the Coastal Commission appointment, he asked that the matter be scheduled on the agenda for January 16 to endorse the appointment of Council member Castaneda, because he believed it was important for the City to have a voice on the commission to address such matters as the Bayfront development and power plant. Regarding organizational reforms for the CVRC, he asked that the Council subcommittee take into consideration his thoughts as contained in the memo. CLOSED SESSION Closed Session was cancelled and the following items were not discussed: 13. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING THREATENED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b) . One case Page 10 - Council Minutes htto://www.chulavistaca.gov /IJAJ January 9,2007 DRAFT CLOSED SESSION (Continued) 14. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9( c) . One case ADJOURNMENT At 8:19 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the City Council to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on January 15,2007 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers. Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk Page 11 - Council Agenda hlm:/ /www.chulavistaca.gov IJI i. "" /1,"// January 9, 2007 DRAFT MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA January 9, 2007 6:00 P.M. An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council and a Special Meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista were called to order at 7:47 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Council/Agency Members: Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, Rindone and Mayor/Chair Cox ABSENT: Council/ Agency Authority Members: None ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager/Executive Director Thomson, City Attorney/ Agency Counsel Moore, City Clerk Bigelow, and Deputy City Clerk Bennett PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. ACTION ITEMS 1. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF EXERCISE OF THE CITY'S/AGENCY'S OPTION TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT WITH ADVOCATION, INC. FOR LEGISLATNE REPRESENTATION FOR THE 2007-2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION The current agreement with Advocation, Inc. for the provision of legislative representation in Sacramento throughout the 2005-2006 legislative session has expired. Based on the firm's history of success in promoting ChuIa Vista's legislative agenda, staff is recommending exercising of the City's Agency's option to extend the contract. Council/Agencymember Rindone suggested including a 10th item in the proposed scope of work to include an oral report to the Council at least twice annually. ACTION: CouncillAgencymember Rindone moved to adopt Council Resolution No. 2007- 010 and Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 2007-1965, as amended to include a 10th item to require an oral report to the Council at least twice annually, heading read, text waived: COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2007-010, REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 2007-1965, JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA EXERCISING THE CITY'S OPTION TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT WITH ADVOCATION, INC. FOR LEGISLATNE REPRESENTATION FOR THE 2007-2008 LEGISLATNE SESSION, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR/CHAIR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY /6-- / ACTION ITEMS (Continued) Council/Agencymember Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 4-1 with Agency/Councilmember McCann opposing. CounciVAgencymember McCann stated that he could not support the item because he did not receive information prior to the item corning forward and until he is comfortable with the legislative position process and lobbying in Sacramento. Legislative Analyst Colleen Camevale stated that Charles Cole, President of Advocation Inc., would present a report to the Council at the meeting of February 6, 2007. CounciI/Agencymember Rindone asked that Mr. Cole also address key topics on the horizon, particularly in light of how cities may be impacted by the Governor's latest proposals. OTHER BUSINESS 2. CITY MANAGERlDIRECTOR'S REPORTS There were none. 3. MAYOR/CHAIR'S REPORTS There were none. 4. COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS' COMMENTS There were none. ADJOURNMENT At 7:57 p.m., Mayor/Chair Cox adjourned the meeting to an Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council on January 15, 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, and to a Regular Meeting of the Redevelopment Agency on January 11, 2007, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. ~ ---- ~ ~ Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk /i& - ,)... DRAFT MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA January 9, 2007 6:00 P.M. An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council and a Special Meeting of the Housing Authority of the City ofChula Vista were called to order at 7:57 p.m., in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. ROLLCALL PRESENT: CounciV Authoritymembers Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, Rindone, and Mayor/Chair Cox ABSENT: CounciVAuthoritymembers: None ALSO PRESENT: Executive Director/Interim City Manager Thomson, Authority/City Attorney Moore, City Clerk Bigelow, and Deputy City Clerk Bennett PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONSIDERATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPOSED REFINANCE AND REHABILITATION OF EXISTING AFFORDABLE UNITS AT OXFORD TERRACE APARTMENTS The City of Chula Vista has received a request from Alpha Project to consider the issuance of tax-exempt obligations to refinance and rehabilitate 132 existing affordable housing units at the Oxford Terrace Apartments project. The refinance and rehabilitation will improve the property and slightly lower the already affordable rents. (Acting Community Development Director) Housing Manager Mandy Mills presented the staff report. Mayor/Chair Cox opened the public hearing. CounciVAuthoritymember Castaneda asked staff to come back with a proposal on how the City may proactively seek ways to identify properties that would benefit from this program. CounciV Authoritymember McCann requested confirmation from staff that the proposed bond would not cost the City or Housing Authority any money; that it is taking an existing affordable project and placing approximately $15,000 into each unit; and should the bonds go into default, there would be no recourse to Housing Authority funds. Ms. Mills responded affirmatively. Mayor/Chair Cox asked whether or not the tax exempt bonds would be available to any private property owner, as long as they were willing to meet the stipulations of Housing and Urban Development requirements or low/moderate income housing. Ms. Mills replied that such bonds would be available to any entity that meets the minimum restrictions. I~ -/ DRAFT PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) Council! Agencymember Rindone spoke in support of the staff referral by Councilmember Castaneda to return to the Council with a proposal on how the City may proactively seek ways to identify other properties that would benefit from this program. There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor/Chair Cox closed the public hearing. ACTION: Council! Authoritymember Castaneda moved to adopt Housing Authority Resolution No. 2007-032 and Council Resolution No. 2007-011, headings read, texts waived: A. HOUSING AUTHORITY RESOLUTION NO. 2007-032, RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA REGARDING ITS INTENTION TO ISSUE TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS FOR A PROPOSED REFINANCE AND REHABILITATION OF EXISTING AFFORDABLE UNITS AT OXFORD TERRACE APARTMENTS B. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-011, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA PURSUANT TO SECTION 147(F) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986 APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FOR THE REFINANCE AND REHABILITATION OF EXISTING AFFORDABLE UNITS AT OXFORD TERRACE APARTMENTS Council!Authoritymember Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0. OTHER BUSINESS 2. CITY MANAGERlDIRECTOR'S REPORTS There were none. 3. MAYOR/CHAIR'S REPORTS There were none. 4. COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBER'S COMMENTS There were none. ADJOURNMENT At 8:18 p.m., Mayor/Chair Cox adjourned the meeting until further notice, and to the Adjourned Regular Meeting ofthe City Council on January 15, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers. ~ ~ Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk Page 2 - CounciVHA Minutes January 9, 2007 /~-~ RECEIVED Mayor and City Council City Of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, Ca 91910 6196915044 - 619476.5379G1V If CI1ULA ViS T t, IlY aU/6('S @FFIGr 7 JAM 29 All :06 CllY OF CHULA VISTA MEMO Friday, January 26, 2007 RE: Mayor and City Council Deputy Mayor RindonQ. Request for Excused AbQnce on Thursday, January 18, 2007 TO: FROM: I am requesting that my absence from the Chula Vista Council Port meeting, held on Thursday, January 18, 2007, be excused because I was ill. Thank you for your consideration of this request. jr:sh 2-A The Honorable Cheryl Cox Mayor City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 IAN J li 2001 Re: Resignation from Nature Center Board of Trustees Dear Mayor Cox: It is with regret that I write to tender my resignation from the Nature Center Board of Trustees. The Nature Center has been a favorite focus of mine for twenty years now, from its humble beginnings as the Nature Interpretive Center, to the jewel that is has become as the Chula Vista 4^latu?"e Center. Consistent with my involvement over many years in education, the Chula Vista Nature Center has offered natural affinity for me to be involved in fundraising, shaping policy, and creating programs to better inform our visitors of the need for coastal resource conservation. It has been my pleasure to work with you, Greg, and so many others in many different capacities as we made progress out on Gunpowder Point. While Dewey and I seek to remain involved as we are able, it is time for me to let go of some of my responsibilities. Best of luck to you as you begin your work as Mayor of our fine city; we will be served well. Warm Regards, j'1J-tlL-GJ'-€.( 7' f,' I cc: Susan Fuller, ~r;ltur~ Ce:1ter Bo:rrd cfTr..lstces Chair Daniel Beintema, Nature Center Director 2-1) D\NG ~NO ~OOPi\ON ~E.CONO Ro; ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 13M (OTA Y RANCH VILLAGE TWO) ORDINANCE NO. WHEREAS, the CITY COUNCIL of the CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA (the "City Council"), has initiated proceedings, held a public hearing, conducted an election and received a favorable vote from the qualified electors authorizing the levy of a special ta."(es within a community facilities district, all as authorized pursuant to the terms and provisions of the "Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982", being Chapter 2.5, Part 1. Division 2, Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California (the "Act") and the City of Chula Vista Community Facilities District Ordinance enacted pursuant to the powers reserved by the City of Chula Vista under Sections 3, 5 and 7 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of California (the "Ordinance") (the Act and the Ordinance may be referred to collectively as the "Community Facilities District Law"). This Community Facilities District is designated as COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 13M (OTAY RANCH VILLAGE TWO) (the "District"). The City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 13M (Otay Ranch Village Two), does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION 1. This City Council does, by the passage of this ordinance, authorize the levy of special taxes within the District pursuant to the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Taxes as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto (the "Rate and Method"), referenced and so incorporated. SECTION 2. This City Council, acting as the legislative body of the District, is hereby further authorized, by Resolution, to annually determine the special taxes to be levied within the District for the then current tax year or future tax years, except that the special tax to be levied within the District shall not exceed the maximum special tax calculated pursuant to the Rate and Method, but the special tax may be levied at a lower rate. SECTION 3. The special taxes herein authorized, to the extent possible, shall be collected in the same manner as ad valorem property taxes and shall be subject to the same penalties, procedure, sale and lien priority in any case of delinquency as applicable for ad valorem taxes; provided, however, the District may utilize a direct billing procedure for any special taxes that cannot be collected on the County tax roll or may, by resolution, elect to collect the special taxes at a different time or in a different manner if necessary to meet its financial obligations. SECTION 4. The special taxes shall be secured by the lien imposed pursuant to Sections 31 14.5 and 3115.5 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, which lien shall be a continuing lien and shall secure each levy of the special tax. The lien of the special tax shall continue in force and effect until the special tax obligation is prepaid, permanently satisfied and 3-1 Ordinance No. Page 2 canceled in accordance with Section 53344 of the Government Code of the State of California or until the special tax ceases to be levied by the City Council in the manner provided in Section 53330.5 of said Government Code. SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days after its adoption. Within fifteen (15) days after its adoption, the City Clerk shaH cause this Ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 36933. PREPARED BY: APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Scott Tulloch City Engineer H:\ENGINEER.\RESOS\Resos2007\U1.2J-07\CFD [3M On.!immc.e Authorizing Levy orSp~cial T..:u~s.OOC 3-2 CITY COU NCI L AGENDA STATEMENT ~f:. CITY OF ~..;;:~~ CHULA VISTA I February 6, 2007, Item~ ITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: HOUSING ELEMENT REPORT FOR FY 2005-2006 ANN HIX, ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ~ JIM THOMSON, INTERIM CITY MANAGER 1 REVIEWED BY: 4/STHS VOTE: YES D NO ~ BACKGROUND The City of Chula Vista is required to prepare an Annual Report to report progress on the implementation of the City's Housing Element. California Government Code Section 65400 requires the report to include the following: (1) progress in meeting the Regional Housing Need; (2) the effectiveness of the Housing Element in the attairnnent of the community's housing goals and objectives; and (3) progress toward mitigating govemmental constraints identified in the Housing Element. This report provides detailed information regarding the housing activities of the City ofChula Vista for Fiscal Year 2005-2006. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council accept the Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION The Housing Advisory Commission received the Housing Element Report for FY 2005-2006 at their meeting on January 24, 2007. 4-1 February 6, 2007, Item~ Page 2 of2 DISCUSSION The Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report (Annual Report), included as Attachment 1, provides detailed information regarding the housing activities of the City of Chula Vista for Fiscal Year 2005-2006. On October 24, 2006. the City Council adopted the 2005-2010 Housing Element Update. As the new Housing Element was not in place until after June 30, 2006, the FY 2005- 2006 Annual Report is based on the goals and objectives outlined in the 1999-2004 Housing Element. The 2006-2007 Annual Report will report on the progress of the recently adopted Housing Element. In addition to the Government Code requirement, the submission of an annual progress report is an eligibility requirement for some grants through the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and the State of California. Meeting this eligibility threshold may place Chula Vista in a more favorable position for competitive grants. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section I 8704.2(a)(l) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT None. ATTACHMENTS 1) Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Prepared by: Amanda Mills, Housing Manager, Community Development Dept. 4-2 ATTACHMENT 1 CHULA VISTA HOUSING ELEMENT FY 05-06 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT OVERVIEW: EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE State Law requires jurisdictions to review the progress and performance of housing elements goals and objectives. This progress report discusses the progress of the goals ond objectives outlined in the 1999-2004 Housing Element. A. Progress in Meeting the Regional Housing Need Regional Housing Need Assessment (RHNA) is a 5 yr. housing need figure given by the State of California and distributed to the local jurisdictions in San Diego County by the San Diego Association of Governments based on growth estimates. It is a planning goal to ensure that local general plans are accommodating for future growth. The goal is met by showing available land at appropriate densities. The follawing informatian compares actual production to the housing need estimate for Chula Vista. a. Total number of new housing permits issued RHNA RHNA 05-06 Permits (5 yr. (1 yr. Issued Figure) Figure) Market Affordable Rate Units Units Very Low 3,875 775 0 41 Income Low 2,945 589 0 0 Income Maderate 3,255 651 0 0 Income Above 7,148 1,430 1,367 0 Moderate Total 17,223 3,445 1,367 41 1,408 Permits Issued Very Low Low Moderate Above Total In FY 05-06 Income Income Income Moderate Seniors on 41 0 0 0 41 Broadwav Ma rket Rate 0 0 0 1,367 1,367 Total 41 0 0 1,367 1 ,408 4-3 b. Affordobility by income level of new units, including the number of deed restricted units Affordable Very Low Low Moderate Above Total Units Income Income Income Moderate completed In 05-06 Main Plaza 10 41 55 0 106 Sedona 0 32 135 0 167 Mar Brisa 0 67 48 5 120 Market 0 0 0 1,587 1,587 Rote Total 10 140 238 1,592 1,980 c. Compare units added to regional housing need allocation by income category RHNA (5 yr. Figure) Very Low 3,875 Income Low 2,945 Income Moderate 3,255 Income Above 7,148 Moderate Income Total 17,223 RHNA (1 yr. Figure) 05-06 units leted ''''able! 775 589 0 140 651 0 238 1,430 1,592 0 3,445 iiT;592!' ;"\"('388';.';,8, 1,980 Page 2 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-4 B. The Effectiveness of the Housing Element in the AIlainment of the Community's Housing Goals & Objectives The 1999-2004 Housing Element contained eight goals. Each goal was associated with specific programs and objectives. The following analysis outlines the progress of the 1999-2004 Housing Element. a. Program status report relative to implementation schedule; describe actions token to implement each program A summary of these goals and objectives ore provided in the table below. Chula VlSta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 3 4-5 ';... . 1999-2004, HOllSI",ciELEMENT EVALUATION, ',,' '. :",,;,' ,~.:- ,.'.:,:1." ,':.,'....: :.;.i: ,:'.;.:, ," :,>:~., ",:.. "',:~:,_, , . __": : ,.--: :.-.:. '. ',,:;.,- ..,: :',:' ..,':,'; . ,t. ':!.' d' : .... ~,., ,",' . . - , .' . - . 'i.j :; .j:> I en P . ....., 1999-2004. " p' ., ';~ ". ,', . ".' ..rogram':c>:" ;,',' 'Ob"'ct""~."",:j,.j , rogram I'\ct,lvltles ., . .....""" elves., ' " Goal 1 - Conserve Existin Affordable Housina.Qeeortunities 1.1 Preservation of 41 units of ot-risk 1.1.1 Preservation of Conversion of Density Bonus Assisted Housina at low-income Units - The Community Development R' k f C r housing deparlmenl sholl work with the properly owner 15 0 onver mo of Ihe Meadows and Eucalyptus Parkview to Market Role projects to ensure the continued affordability of the 32 and nine low-income units respeclively. As idenlified previously in the Needs Assessment-At Risk Units, the affordability restrictions for the Meadows ore scheduled 10 expire in the year 2000. This is Ihe only project in Chula Visla at risk of converling to market- rote housing during 1999-2004, 1.2 Condominium 1.1.2 Tenanl Education of Rights and Conversion Procedures - The California legislature passed AB 1701 in 199B, requiring properly owners give a nine-month notice of their intent to opt oul of low-income housing use restrictions. The Community Development deportment shall work with lenants of ai-risk unils regarding tenant rights, conversion procedures, and Section 8 availabilit / riori . 1.2.1 Re ulation of Condominium or Stock On- om 1 Summary of Affordable Housing Projects, City of Chula Vista, 2005. :',..:..,' '..- '::,;:." . "",.' """;,~.9,?:?~~99~r,re~res~,:. 32 low-income housing units within the Meadows project expired in 2000. An additional nine affordable housing units in the Eucolyptus Parkview project will expire in 200B. The City has referred affordable housing developers 10 alllhose developments with affordable housing covenants near expiration to discuss the possibilities of maintaining covenan1s. I No low-income housing units were converted 10 market rale housing os applicoble to AB 1701 (1998). Due to the hi h demand for ActiQris tobEl, . ..,. Taken Revise Ihe currenl policies and programs to proactively work with two housing developments 01 risk of conversion. Develop proactive coordination with offordable housing developers. Utilize Affordable Housing Agreements. Develop a resource program for residenls of converted units. Consider revisions 10 ,1999-2()()4 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATlgN . ;,", :,>::,'_.:-~'"' _". : :_.::: ,--..:;..:.;! . : i . Conversions .j>o I ...... 1.3 Sinale-familv and Mabilehame Rehabilitation. with Priority far Those Homeowners of Very Low- Income. Soecial Needs and/or Senior Households. Monitoring/ Regulation 250 CHIP loons/gronts to low-income homeowners and mobilehome owners. Minor repair and dean up of 500 homes and mabilehames. 1.3.1 .' "-, ," .. Pr()g~c;rTiAd.i~iti~~ i' Cooperative Conversions. though Municipal Code, Tille 15, Chopter 15.56 - The Planning and Building department sholl continue to regulate residential condominium and stock cooperative conversions as specified in the Chula Vista Municipal Code, Title 15, Chapter 15.56 in order to protect existing tenants and promote the orderly growth and amenity of Chula Vista. Rehabilitation Assistance - The Community Development department shall provide rehabilitation assistance, through loans and grants, to lower-income owner occupants to preserve and rehabilitate deteriorating homes. Assistance will be targeted to hameawners residing in blighted areas of the City and priority will be given 10 those single-family and mobilehome owners of very low-income, special needs and/or senior households. The Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) provides favorable loans to law-income owners and also provides grants for minor re airs. 2 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. housing and increasing values of homes, the Southern California residential market has seen an increase in the conversion of apartments to individual ownership units. In Chula Vista, this trend began in 2005, with a tolal of 432 unUs converted, 369 units ore located in the area east of 1- B05 and 63 units west of 1- B05. The City continues to monitor and regulation residential condominium conversions. Since 1999, the City issued 191 grants and 23 loans to homeowners for minor repairs and rehabilitation through the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)! ActiOI1$. fo be Taken the Municipal Code Chapter 15.56 thai address impacls 10 local planning areas, tenant rights and fee provisions for rental conversions as key program revisions to successfully administer future conversions. Focus on providing CHIP resources in priority areas, such as the northwest and southwest planning areas. Take 0 more pro- active approach in the provision of loans/grants through targeted efforts in Ihe City's most affected nei hborhood. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 5 " :,0.-,' ..1999-2004, HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION .... :,.!". ;':'-:' :-.::..':: .<:'-:' i :::-, ...."::., '_:'~';:':~;,- .' "j;" " ,,' ,,'::-::;.' ..;'''' 'Prog;:a~ Activities' '; '"y ,,:'/' ".':',,: "';";:"f ,t' " ~~,.-,! "~-.;-. ".. '''''. ': :-,: ,>::::y;" <) 999~2Q04.> . "Ob'eCti~es';'" ~. ,-. >;'::-:.:.;'~: ;",':::::'>, , " """ I 00 1.3.2 Coring Neighbors Program- This voluntary program is utilized occasionally by Code Enforcement to perform minor rehabilitation work for elderly and disabled homeowners. This program will depend primarily on the availability of funding from CDBG funds, which is a competitive grant provided on on onnual basis. 1,3,3 Home Modification and Repair - For Senior Citizens - The Community Development deportment sholl encourage elderly persons to seek home modification and repair programs that will allow elderly persons to remain in their home and help to prevent injuries. Weatherization Pragrams are available through the local Welfare or Energy Deportment (Law. income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program), 1.3.4 Reverse Mortgage Program - A Reverse Annuity Mortgage Program, available through private lending institutions, con help elderly homeowners goin occess to their home equi1y. Under this program, the Federal government guarantees the loans to senior citizen homeowners, which allows them to draw down a monthly stipend. Rentol Housin Ac uisition and Rehabilitotian . Rehobilitate 25 ve low- 1.4.1 3 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. '. ':',:,::..~ i.~: ;-:; '~/"",_';:i':''- ..;':':'Jg??t~Q:q1';P~~~t~~.,'i,r Between 1999 and 2005 the City spent $179,300 to repair ond clean up. 655 housing units through the Coring Neighbors Pragram.' The Community Housing Improvement Progrom (CHIP) issued 191 grants and 23 loons to homeowners for minor repairs and rehobilitation. Of these 111 grants were provided to elderly households. The Reverse Mortgage Pragram continues to be offered through private lending institutions with no direct Ci1y involvement. Since 1999, Redevela ment :: Actionst!) be.< "'Taken<' The Ci shall continue Pagei6 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION ","-:" ,..,.. - ";;" ....... ,"" '" '. ..".,." Program funds have been used 10 assist in the acquisition and rehabilitation of 24 units of Very low- and 94 units of Low- income rental housing.s .-.... __",';'- .c- .-:,; .....Programl\~i~iti~~;/. - The Community Development departmenl shall moke local funds available far both non- profit and for-profit developers to acquire rental housing that is substandard, deteriorating, or in danger of being demolished. A minimum of twenty percent of the unUs, once rehabilitated, will be set~aside for very low- and low-income households at affordable renls4 for a minimum of 55 years, unless otherwise dictated by a Stote or Federal law. Housing Inspection - The Planning and Building deportment shall continue 10 employ Code Enforcement staff to systematically inspect rental housing complexes of three or more units and report violations of current Heollh and Safety Codes. Where necessary work is fairly extensive, referrals to the CitYs Community Development Housing Division ore mode. .W9,9-2004f%gr~ss.. "',-::;.:.:.",,;...,-:,-,:,,'-,-,';.-:.-:,;"<-,:,: ' Deterioratina and Substandard Rental Housi no income and 95 low-income rental units ~ I co In 2002, the City restarted its Title 25 mobilehome inspection program. The City's multifamily rental housing inspection program restarted in 2003. To date, 1,312 rental units within 233 complexes have been inspected and 10 mobilehome/ trailer parks with a total of 991 mobilehomes/lrailers. 1.4.2 .. .. Acliqnil to be . ....... Takeri .. 10 make local funds available for developers to acquire rental housing. Continue the Mobile Home Inspection Program and the City's Multi-Family Rental Inspection Program. 4 In such instances that affordable rents are nol defined by the applicable laws or regulations, affordable rents (including a utility allowance) for low- Income households shall not exceed the lesser of 1) 30 percent of 60 percent of the Area Median Incame as published from time to lime by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), adjusted far household size; or 2) 10 percent below market renls far comparable units within the project or surrounding properties. Far very law-Income households. affordable rents (including a utility allowance) shall not exceed 30 percent of 50 percent of the Area Median Income as published from time to time by the U.S. Department of HUD. adjusted far household size; or 2) 10 percent below market rents for comparable units within the project or surrounding properties s CV Hsg Production 1999-2005.xls ChuJa Vista Housing Elemenl FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 7 . . ,'. . . .. . . ...,' . - . . :. . . . .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION 1.5 Preservation of Mobilehome Pork Livina .f>o I ~ o Case by case 1.5.1 ,',-...-.,. ..p~;'gr~;n,Niti~i!i~~',..,,' ..,i".'.... Community Housing Improvement Program - The Community Development deportment shall continue to provide grants and/or loans to low- income mobilehome owners for the rehabilitation of their mobilehome through the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP). 1.5.2 Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance - The Community Development department shall monitor and enforce the City's Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance to protect the rights 01 mobilehome residents in preserving thi, affordoble housing olternative, '"1':-' :"~\:::(';': ...:.0,.... ),~, 19~?-i99~,I'~~.I'~s.~:. The Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) is an on-going program thot provides loans and grants to low~income homeowners. Since 1999, 191 grant, and 23 loans have been issued to homeowners for minor repairs and rehabilitation. Of these 147 grants were provided to mobilehome residents. ".'; ActiCln~fpbe .,. 'raken .' Continue to pro....ide CHIP loans! grants to mobile home residents. The City will continue to enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance. Paga18 The City continues to monilor ond enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance. In July 2002, the Chulo Vista Municipal Code Chapter 9.50 was amended 10 induda the following: 1) Limiting the annual permissive rant increase; 2) Complionce with Code requirements when the rant increase exceeds the annual permissive; 3) Greoler specificity to the fadors to consider for rent increases in excess of the annual permissivei 4) Elimination of 011 regulotions related to rent increases Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report '1999~2()().f HOU$INGELEMENT, EVALUATioN .". "".',::...-..';:r.!/:,::". ::;';,' ....... . ", ',.," ,ProgrorrtAdl'(i1i~ " . .'" ,'_ ,.. '.'._;,.,....,.__.;.c . ;,;--,;'" .j>. I ~ ~ 1.5.3 Mobilehome Pork Conversion Ordinance - The Community Development deportment sholl monitor and enforce the City's MobilehomefT railer Park Conversion Ordinance to pratect the rights of mobilehame residents. '.. ,'",.,.'-.:." . .' . '-",:...:'--:, . ,..... :p,Cticms tobl3 ""'"Takeri''''' .','i J~C},9~28q~fr?~~~sY' upon change of ownership and righlto mediate the resole price of a mobilehome, known as "vacancy decontrol"; 5) Monitoring of space rents on an as needed, case-by-case basis (Section 9.50.050 C); 6) RelormoHing ond greoter clarity of processes and definitions. These amendments were proposed to address concerns regarding difficulties in implementing and administering the Ordinance, increasing housing cos1s, general safety and wellare of residents of mobilehame communities, provide dearer direction and defini1ions, and to be consislent with State Mobilehome Residency low. No mobilehome/ trailer parks were dosed or converted during 1999-2005. :.:<:: Chu;la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 9 io" .' " .' .. . -'_..- .---. ...:'" -,' . ..1999"2901,H()lJSING ELEMI:f\lTEVAlUATION :':-'.; :,:-.-;(:(. " '.:..-.,.," ......-,-. """:=C'" _"'.1. .,-' .-.";,.!,,.., '1,99?"2004 Progress, ;"';.;-..:,;, 1.5.4 .', ".:,!.Pr~~~.~iiili~~? ,',.,' " .....".,c Resident Ownership 01 Mobilehome Parks. The Communily Development department shall assist mobilehome park residents to purchase their parks and convert to resident ownership by ossisting with the opplication for ather funding sources such as the Stole Mobilehome Assistance Program. Financial assistance provided by the Cily, Agency, Stote, or other funding sources may be limited to income eligible residents and require affordable housin costs. of Residential Nei hborhoods in Chula Vista Neighborhood Revitalization Progroms - The The Cily has continued to lund Communily Development deportment shall the Neighborhood continue to implement a pro-active program of Revitalization program. Castle neighborhood inspections to improve Park Neighborhood conditions and appearance primarily through Revitalization Area was the 'Neighborhood Revitalization Program" allocated $11 million lor (NRP). This on.going program largets specific drainage and sidewalk low. and moderale-incame neighborhoods improvements and $600,000 exhibiting high volumes 01 citizen complaints. for landscaping and properly The programs also prioritize needs for housing improvements from HUD and infraslructure such as paving, curbs, CDBG Funds, $500,000 in gutters, sidewalks, and drainage facilities, and CHIP loans for owner- 10 develop a schedule to coordinate provision occupied home improvements, of improvements with available resources and and $500,000 in Jobs to the Cily's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Housing Granls lar property scheduleJ and ins Community Housing improvements.6 During the 1m rovement Pro ram CHIP. The Communi eors 01 1999-2005 No mobilehome/ trailer parks were listed for sale during 1999.2005. .j:> I ~ Goal 2 " Maintain and Enhance the Quoli 2.1 Reinvest in the Identify and target 2.1.1 Citv's Well. two residential established neighborhoods for Neiahborhoods a c1eanup/fix.up campaign and initiate a program 10 promote communily pride. Repair/rehabilitate 25 homes through Christmas in October. 1'0.) · City of Chula Vista, Budget Highlights, FY 2004-2005 .},t-~~:k2~pf . Continue programs with lurther integration of the CHIP, Neighborhood Revitalization Program, Capital Improvement Program, and Code Enforcement to enhance Ihe overall effectiveness of neighborhood reinvestment. Page; 10 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999~2004H9USIN~,~LEMENT EVALUATION ";,;.." ,:!,',::';';":.:,:" Christmas in Odaber is an annual event 10 help preserve and revitalize communHies. During the previous Housing Element cycle, 35 homes were repaired/rehabilitated through the Christmas in October ro rom.s During 1999-2005, 1he Cily's Code Enforcement staff responded 10 approximately 12,000 complaints. To date, 1,312 rental units within 233 comple)l;es hove been inspected through the Cily's Rental Housing Program and 10 mobilehome/ troiler parks tolaling 991 mobilehomes/lrailers through the Title 25 ro ram. Goal 3 . Ensure that an Adequate and Diverse Housing Supply is Available to Meet the City's Existing and Future Needs. 3.1 Affordable Housin Pro ram .j:> I .... (.0) 2.1.2 New construction of 590 units for 3.1.1 ",-',._," '""",'-' '. ,--.' ....;. ""." . '/.PrograiTIActiviti~s\ .... ....... -"":.. "'-- ...;...-,;,".,...,.:::.:':;.:O.:"......i"'.. Development Housing Division will cooperate and assist locally based citizen groups to develop a program to improve conditions and appearance primarily through c1ean-up/fix-up campaigns and initiale a program to promole community pride for targeied neighborhoods. Monitoring of Neighborhood Conditions - The Planning and Building department shall continue 10 monitor neighborhood conditions for adherence to minimum standards of habitability, and appearance that lead to neighborhood deterioration by responding 10 service requests from concerned citizens. Balanced Communities ~ The Community Devalo ment de ortment sholl continue to , ..' ..... ....C... 1'1~9~..:ZQQ4PrQ'gress . .. ;.;;.;:-',.,,_>.,;-;;1,-.,. _,'. $1,995,702 was spent on this program.1 The Cily continues to im lement this ob'active · Actiol:lllt9~e: ..taken" 1 Hsg Element 4.12.05 PowerPoint, City of Chula Vista, 2005. · Hsg Element 4.12.05 PowerPoint, City afChula Vista, 2005. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report Page 11 - - '. ." .." - ~rograrn .....- '.-" ~ I ..... ~ 3.2 Prolection of Coastal Housina lower-income households, 01 which 130 will be for sole units os 0150 referenced under Program 4.1, and 470 units for moderote. income households. , ,_. ,- . 1999-2004 HOlJS,II'IGELEMENT EVALUATIP"!, " ' .- ,,".' ,..,.::.;.,...".;,.;!!,;:? .,-,,' ..c;..:<:.;..... ,:,":,:." 3.1.2 Case by case 3.2.1 9 comdevrpt.doc 1,::'< :. "~rr,~~~;;;'AdI...AAie~\':~':': _' achieve a balanced residential community through integration of low~income housing lhroughout Ihe City, and the adequate dispersal 01 such housing to preclude establishment of specific low-income enclaves. Assure thot programs creote housing for large families and accommodate the needs of seniors and disabled persons. Affordable Housing Requirement. Administered by Community Development - A minimum of ten percent of each residential developmenl 01 50 or more units must be reslricted lor occuponcy by and offordoble to low~ and moderate-income households, with at leasl one hall 01 those units (five percent 01 project total units) lor low-income households Coastal Development Monitoring. The Community Development deporlment shall comply with State Low and local ordinances regarding the monitoring and reporting of affordable housing units and the new construction of replacement affordable housing within the Coastal Zone. .999~2oo4~rg~~tiss......... .. '-'--;:!"".'-,;...;-:.';";'-., .,......:-:".:.;'.. through the Affordoble Housing Program requiring new residential development of 50 units or more to provide 10% 01 the housing for lower income households. Additionally, the City has encouraged development of other affordable housing development by offord able housing developers throu hout the Ci . The- City assisted the conslructian 01 B31 low- income units within the master planned communities east of I-B05 since 1999. 01 these, 19% were provided as ownership opportunities and 79% as rentals. 842 moderote.income units were constructed. There have been no demolition or conversion of housing units within the Coastal Zone in the 1999- 2004 Housing Element cycle.' .... .... Actions 10 be .... . . ... Tal<eti policy. Considerations should be mode to codify the inclusionory housing policy into an Ordinance. The City sholl continue to monitor and report on activities in the coostal zone. Page. 12 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report .J>. I ~ 3.3 Provide Incentives for Low- income Housina Construction C11 :;'i...... -.r" 1999;2004 .. ......... Ob.~Ctives.' Adoption of 0 density bonus ordinance. Construction of 10 low-income density bonus units. Evaluate waiving or modifying certoin development standards. Evaluate on 0 cose-by-case basis acquisition of property ond lond write-downs. 10 comdevrpt.doc '.,.::L," . '..1999~2004..HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION' , -,-,:,,-,-, ..'. :-;,'" 3.2.2 3.3.1 ;'", .n,';.'; ,"-'.' :;.....,. "'''',:j'''. : ~::;!;.:,' ..:~:..; i" -:. 'j:; .\' ;;, .,....-...., ."; ,i9'i9.~.~()Q4'p~~~ir.;~~ ,':AAiroank,lIe.t."n?ff :'-1,':' . Page 13 Pursue the omendment of Tille 9 of the Municipol Code 10 codify density bonus provisions, consistent with the requirements of Government Code section 65915 ond os omended through SB 1818. Continue the evaluation of standards on a case~ by~cose basis. Replacement Housing - Where conversion or demolition of housing units in Ihe Coastal Zone occupied by low- or moderate-income households is proposed, such octivity will be undertoken by the Community Development departmenf in accordance with Slate Law and the Ci 's odo ted Coos to I Pion. Density Bonuses - By Morch 2000, the City, with direction from the Plonning ond Building deportment, sholl odopt 0 density bonus ordinance consistent with State low requirements. The density bonus ordinance is an appropriate incentive 10 produce lower- income offordoble units ond the City will encourage its use where appropriate. 3.3.2 Development Stondords - The Community Development department, with direction from the Plonning ond Building departmenl, will evaluate on a case by case basis as requested b clavala ars the ossibili of waivin or Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report , . ',_,_J :;~:-i;' ,".:";',","'," There have been no demolition or conversion of housing units within the Cooslal Zone in the 1999- 2004 Housing Element cycle. 10 In 1985, Chulo Visto adopted State Density 80nus requirements by Resolution. The City has not yet odopted 0 Density Bonus Ordinance and hos implemented density bonuses consistent with Stote law. To dote, 3 residential developments have received density bonuses and other additional incentives, allowing for the construction of a total 249 units of which 77 units were granled os 0 density bonus. The City continues to evoluote on a case~by.case bosis the need for reductions, modifications and/or waivers of develo ment stondords. .j>. I ~ m 3.3.3 . . .. . -,. . . -' . . . . . - ,. 999c2004HOUSI~G,E~EMENT EVALUATION .', . _ ,_.' _,,'.,. ,. . _' . " " ,. _ _. .: ,.: _ ~;,;:,.,,; ';.', .',', : . " m" _ _ , " .... "" _' _. '.' . . _ ' :. ".- , _.,_ " . _ ,_ . . _ . .-.-- ::~'- ;"; ': ':;":.:');ii,::::-:-: .:.' Ie. .." .,.., . :', ':Pr~gfam, AciiYili~ , "1,'.,' ."" :",'-""'. """ ",.e.:,' .,." . '.i":i~.?,~-~99f'~~~~~~;'."l Nearly 011 affordable housing developments hove been able to meet the requirements. The City has allowed some reductions in parking standards, and open space, and landscape buffers. For example, Villa Sereno (132 units) and Brisa del Mar (106 units) both received density bonuses and modifications to standards. ;,ActionsJQ. blii / "'Tak~~i/"" The City should modify this policy to discuss financial assistance by the City, of which land-write downs may be appropriate. The identification of appropriate housing sites on City.owned properly is a mora proactive approach to assist the develo men' Page; 14 modifying of certain development standards, such os, but not limited to, parking standards, or the revision of cerlain Municipal Code provisions to encourage the development of law- and moderate-income housing. The City may provide a reduction in sHe development standards or a modification of zoning code or architecturol design requirements, for those eligible affordable housing projects requesting such redudions or modifications consistent with Government Code Section 65925 (h). These recommendations will be reviewed based upon o goal to reduce cosls associated with overly strict or outdated standards. Although standards may be modified, the City will ensure that the projects will retain aesthetic and design criteria acce table to the Ci . Land Assemblage and Write Downs - The City con utilize CDBG, HOME, and Redevelopment monies to write down the cost of land for ihe development of low- and moderale-income housing by private developers. As pori of the land write down program, Ihe Community Development deportment may also assist in acquiring and assembling property and subsidizing on-site and off-site improvements. No funds hove been expended directly for land write-downs or assemblage of land. A total of approximately $10,738,000 in Redevelopment Housing Set- aside and HOME funds hove been provided for the generol development and provision of lower income housing. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Repol1 J999~2004 HOUSINQ I:LEMI:NTEVALUAT1e>N ..' .: -::.: ..:':;( ',;'::::-~--:;.: .:-i,'-~i--<'; . . ..... ..... ~ro9ramf\Fiivili~\ 3.3.4 Pursue Affordable Housing Funding Sources - The Community Development deportment sholl examine ways to directly secure and/or leverage Federal or Stote funding, or encourage other agencies 10 do the same. The intent is fa actively monitor the funds available through different ond evolving housing progroms to focilitote porticipotion of eligible for-profit or nonprofit corporations. "'" I ~ ..... ..199.?-:~Pq1'(>t9~~~~\" . The City continues to encourage developers to seek other additional funding sources. Severol projects were aworded funds through the Federal Home loon Bonk's Affordable Housing Program, Brisa del Mar received $2.5 million in Stafe Joe Serno Jr. Farmworker Housing funds. The City received $500,000 in State Jabs Housing Balance funds in 2003 and $1 million in Rental Housing Rehab Assistance. communi . Develop 0 more intensive outreach to lhe development community, through marketing of programs and providing descriptions of available assistance programs. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 15 Prtlgrarn;' 3.4 Pursue Housi no OODortunilies for Lower Income Households. wilh Attention to Those Who Hove Soeciol Needs .j>. I ~ 00 ..1~9~~2004' Ob"ectives' Assist 350 very low- and low- income persons through the Shored Housing Progrom. Work with the County Housing Authority to compete for rental assistance programs. Work with social service providers to identify lower- income elderly or disobled residents and provide housing assistance. Adopt o second dwelling unit ordinance. Construction of 100 housing unils wilhin a mixed-use develo men!. .J 999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION 3.4.1 .ProgramJgt\...liillS..'..... . Section 8 Renlal Assistance - The Section 8 Renlal Assistance Program extends rental subsidies to very low-income (50 percent of AMI) households who spend more than 30 percent of their income on renl, including mobilehome pork space rents. Chuta Vista contracts with the Son Diego County Housing Authority 10 administer the Section 8 Rental Assistance CertificateNoucher Program. The Community Development deportment sholl continue to participate in the Son Diego County Housing Authority Section 8 Rental Assistance Cerlificate/Voucher Program. At 0 minimum, the City will slrive to maintoin the current level of assisfance to very low-income households. 3.4.2 Shored Housing - The Community Development deportment will consider continuing to fund 0 Shored Housing progrom o arated b social service 0 endes bosed in 11 City of Chula Vista Consolidated Plan FY2005-2010, page 30, ..~9,n-2pq1 Pr()gres~." The Community Development Deportment continues to work the Housing Authority of the County of Son Diego. As of March 2005, 2,492 households in Chula Vista receive Seclion 8 housing vouchers from the County Housing Authority. The HACSD also operates four public housing developments to provide 120 units. II The City has provided funding each year for Lutheran Social Services to provide 0 shored housin ro rom within the ""Ag,ionst9~~ '.' . < TakilO" Encourage mixed-use development in the Southwest and Northwest planning oreas Develop provisions 10 amend Title 9 of the Municipal Code to allow for the intensification/reuse of infill sites. The City will consider increases in the affordable housing requirements in redevelopment areas to further encourage the development of affordable units. Page!16 Chula Vista Housing Etement FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report ,,'_',C,;',"--" . :-:):/"',':-:' . .....'J~.9~~2004.. ...... Ob'aCtives' ~ I ~ the South Bay which facilitate matches belween households with extra room and individuals seeking low-cost housing. Most matches involve senior citizens or disabled citizens. 3.4.3 Second Dwelling Units - Second dwelling units provide additional low-cost housing opportunities to residents, particularly for seniors and students. By March 2000, the City, with direction from the Planning and Building deportment, sholl adopt on ordinance which permits second dwelling units under cerlain conditions. CD 3.4.4 Special Needs of the Elderly, Disabled, and Single-Parent Households - The Community Development department shall encourage the development of housing suitable for the elderly and disabled persons os well as single-parent households to be in close proximity to public transportation and community services. This includes easy accessibility to special services such as day care, elder core, medical services, or recreation. 12 City of Chula Vista Consolidated ptan FY2005-2010. page 42. "cv Hsg Production 1999-2005.xls '"--. -..- ,," ".':';.... .1?99~2qQ4.P;.~lIr~~:".,. " " ,-_. " AclioflsJo l:Ie ",i'Tc::Ikl'!h' ".' City. Approximately 102 lower~income households were assisted. A second dwelling unit ordinance wos adopted in 2003 to allow second dwelling unils in the A, R-E, R-l and P- C zones with cerlain development standards found in Seclion 19.58.022 of the Municipal Code. Belween January 1999 and July 2004, the City has approved and finalized 25 accessory second dwellin units. Housing development for seniors may be allowed in any zone except the R-l, R-2, C-V, C- T and industrial zones. Senior housing is allowed wilh o CUP and the Planning Commission and City Council has the discretion for granting exceptions to development standards, like parking, density, and setbacks, among others Section 19.5B.390 .12 Ch,-,Ia Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 17 199.9-2004 tlOLiSINGElEMENl EVAlUATION, .. .... ". ~.,: ;::.:;';:;.'-':.:;::, :'.>-:.~: -.::ri ,::'.:-:-:::L::> t-'::L'/:::;:'~:,;':/L( ;-:"::::'.>,--.-. _.-- ":~.;::;'.: ,::-;' ':"<:',_::;.: ~::~,. . ..~~:i ,.,' '..... X.'.PrClg~r'f~~I~!ti.ilS.;:t. , . : ..' ,~,:. .,:........ "."':",.,. ~ I N C) 3.4.5 Mixed Use Developments - The Plonning ond Building Department sholl review existing zoning and land use policies to remove impediments, if appropriate, and encourage mjxed~use developments. ,-:,!;;:'." :\.;,'{.-:. .... _.__'__0'.;.. 19,99~~()04PrqgrEli;~ ,... '"'.;''' :"":,::;;r":':' :.','.... Under the City's inclusionory housing progrom 36 Very low and 191 Low-income senior rental units have bean conslruded since 1999.13 Mixed commercial~residentiol projects moy be ollowed in the c.c-p zone upon the issuance of 0 Conditionol Use Permit by Section 19.56.205 o/the Cily's Municipol Code. Two offordoble housing developments have been construded as mixed use developments, 6riso del Mar (106 dwelling units and 15,000 sq feet of commerciol) and Hadlage Town Center (271 dwelling unils ond 30,000 sq feet of commerciol). Eoch of the Villoges within the Oloy Ronch community has a mixed-use Village Cenler. In 2005 Bellagio wos conslruded as a market role housing ond commerciol developmenl. 760 Broodwoy, locoted within the Cily's Redevelopment Project Area is currentl under .." page118 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05..oe Annual Progress Report """ I f',) ~ 14 CV Hsg Production 1 999-2005.xls -.'-:" 1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUAT10"l> ";"',.,! . .':,.'." .... .......... ...... .. . ...... ~ ....Progra~Adiviil~~. ... '.'" ,_ " ;:- __.,e.:....;'_:.,::.',. 3.4.6 City/Agency Assisted Developments - The Community Development Deportment will continue to work with private for~profit and particularly non-profit residential developers to use local funds from CDBG, HOME Program, Redevelopment Low/Moderate-income Housing Set-aside funds and other City originated funds and leverage them against State, Federal and private low interest funds to create housing opportunities for extremely low, va low and lowM;ncome households. 3.4.7 Article XXXIV - On April 11, 1978 under Proposition C, the voters of Chulo Vista authorized the development, construction, or acquisition of 400 units of "low rent housing" by the Agency. Of the 400 allowable credits, Chulo Vista has utilized 293 units and has 0 balance of 107 units remoinin . The ..,.::,....-. -"';; ""'" ',:..:':'.-" '.;" ....... Ac!iQOll.tol:lE\.. Takfih'. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report ,j'";;<.::":" .)1?9.9.c~.994rr(l9."~$. construction and includes 40 residential row homes with 9 loft units over first floor refail fronting on Broadway. In addition, the General Plan Update incorporates two new mixed-use land use designations; Mixed Use Residential and Mixed Use Transit Focus Area. Since 1999, $10.7 million in HOME and Redevelopment Low/Moderate-income Housing Sel-aside funds have been used to construe! and/or rehabilitate 123 Very low and 807 Low~income units.14 Since 1999, the Cily has been able to provide Financial assislance to construct and/or rehabilitate 123 Very low and 807 Low~income units. Of these, only 11 units fell under the 0 Iicobili of Article Page 19 '''.',' ......... Prpgtdll1.) ~ I N N ...,,'~~~~~~/ 1999.2004.HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION ..... .: : :";': .~i/:"':,~';,: <\:.:.!':L":i ';::'::.:' ~\:" :':'~::::::\: :<~i>;'::/:;.:',::C!':>} :,';i:.:>".:: ':.:'- :.::: . . .",.,. "",;:.;'~[,?~r~~~~itl~~: '..i?::........,.:;'.:,i.'~I*.?,~~3qQ4'er~q}~~,:;. 1,;',."..~~~~~;~..~e.. .'..'. XXXIV. A balance of 67 units remain within the City's Proposition C outharity of 400 units of low rent housing. Community Development Deparlmenl will continue to ossess the opplicability of Article XXXIV 01 the California Constitution to cerlain housing developments where the City ond/ar Redevelopment Agency 01 the City are considering financial assislance or olher incenlives to assist in the development and construction 01 such housing. Should the City/Agency identify thot Article XXXIV significantly impacts its ability to assist in the provision 01 oHordoble housing, the City would evaluate the possibility of initiating a referendum to obtain more au1hority for the development, construction, or acquisition of "Iow rent housin "b Ihe Ci /A en . ortunities for Low. and Moderate-Income Households AHordable Housing Program - The The City assisted the Community Development deportment shall construction of 162 low- continue to work closely with developers to income far sole units within encouroge thot 0 portion of the the Eastlake and Rolling Hills low/moderate-income housing required under Ranch masler plonned the City's AHordable Housing Program is buill communities between 1999 lor home-ownership. and 2005. A total of 70 aHordable hameownership opportunities wi1hin the Son Miguel master planned community and 175 within Otay Ranch ore anticipated in 2006-2007. Particularly with 1he rising cost of housin seen in the last five Goal 4 - Increase of Home Ownershi 0 4. 1 Encauraoe Ihe Construction of a Varielv of Housina IYw Assist 130 low- 4.1.1 income first-time buyers in lulfillment of the City's Affordable Housing Program. Provide 25 Mortgage Credit Certificates to low- and moderote- income households. More lacused policy direction should address the need 10 enhance the Affordable Housing Policy os it applies to infill and mixed-use development in the western area of the City. Page: 20 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report . .' . . . . . . . . ... . '. .. .-' .. .. . . .. .-. , . .' -"" ' ," , .... - ',':.:: .,.... .. C:'.._ ." 1999-2004 HOUSI~G ELEMENT EVALU~TION' ...1999~#oq.4.~~o~r~~~".. 4.2 Assist Low- Income Households Purchase A Home 4.2.1 .j>. I ..., '" 4.2.2 First~ Time Homebuyer Programs - Financial participation by the City, Redevelopment Agency, or Housing Authority in 0 first-time homebuyer program will target those families and individuals currently living and/or working in Chula Vista. The Community Development deportment sholl explore seHing aside 0 portion of its Redevelopment Low/Moderate Housing Funds or HOME Fund to assist low- and moderate.income families to purchase 0 home. Funds may be used for closing costs, down payment, and/or below~market interest rate. The City would expect repayment of the loans through its equity share participation to allow the City not only to recoup the loon but also 10 build the fund for future program activity. If using Redevelopment Low/Moderote- Income Housing funds, assistance could be provided to potential homebuyers of Agency- assisted projects or for the purchase of homes wilhin the Redevelopment area. A HOME- funded program would be available to provide assistance to low-income homebuyers for 1he urchase of a home within Chula Vista. Homebuyer Information - The Community Davalo menl de ortmant shall continue to 15 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. Atiions. to))II. . Token years, the City will continue 10 encourage affordable homeownershi 0 ortunities. Since 1999, the City has spent $52,000 assisting homebuyer's purchase a home with down payment and closing cost assistance and through lhe City's First Time Homebuyer program. 15 Consider increasing the loon amoun1s under the First-Time Homebuyer Program. The City should consider revisions to the homebuyer program to encourage the long term occupancy of housing by low-income households. The Community Development De rtment continues to Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 21 .j:> I ...., .j:> ,P~og~am) .-,-:'.,,' - .'., ... .. . . . . J999'~PP~HQl.!SI.~<3~I,fM~NT EY#~AT!P~ ;.' .....,,"... "-"":',: ......: make information avaitable to the public on the home buying process and home mortgage lending including Federal, State and local programs. 4.2.3 Homeowner Education and Counseling - The Community Development deportmenl sholl encourage developers, lenders, and social service organizations 'to provide educational programs and materials for homeowners and potential homeowners on home maintenance, improvement, and financial management. The purpose of the educational programs will be to help, especially first~time homeowners, prepare lor the purchase of 0 home and to undersland Ihe importance of maintenance, equity and appreciation, and to budget properly 10 accomplish such and avoid losing their homes. "'-';'.<" . Actions t9, be ',JakE/n. .' .....1?9?~~OQ~.f'r9gr~ss ..... provide information and materials regarding first time homebuyer programs by mail and at its public counter to those interested. Additionally, the City has participated in community meetings to provide information. In April 2000, the City held 0 Homebuyer F9ir. Participants included representatives from master planned communities, lenders realtors and the Ci As stipulated in City Council Policy 453-02, 0 potential homebuyer for housing units developed os affordable 10 low-income households musl otlend 0 qualified HHomeowner Training ProgramH and provide evidence 10 Ihe City of their attendance to be considered eligible for the purchase of these units. To dote, two new housing developments, Sedano at Rolling Hills Ranch with 32 affordable unifs and Mar Brisa at Son Miguel Ranch with 70 affordable units hove pagB:22 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .' ,.' - . .,- .' - .' .' .' ..... .-'-. .... . . .' . . .' . .1999-2004 HOUSINGELEMENTEVAl..UATION.... ,-'."...'. " " .. ,~r '" " "-':'.;):,::','/.:-::;:'::,:;,:':''';;;::'l);:.::;.:!'::'::,,:',":-- ":.. Pr9gralT\~~,viti~> " . """ I ~ en 4.2.4 Mortgage Credit Certificate - The City is 0 porlicipant in 0 coalition consisting of the County of Son Diego and many other cities in providing Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCq to qualified first-time home buyers. The coalition has hired 0 consultant to administer and implement the program on its behalf ond the City contributes to the administration costs of the program. first-time homebuyers ore referred by the Community Development department to the consultant. 4.2.5 HUD Homes - The Community Development deportment sholl assist non-profit organizations to acquire and rehabilitate homes offered for sole through the U.S. Deportment 01 HUD with the expeclation that these homes will then be sold to low-income first-lime homebu ers. 4.2.6 Single-Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds - Single-Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds con be issued by the City (through the Community Development department), County, or non-profit organizolions to provide mortgage loons to encourage developers 10 provide for.sole housin which is affordable to first-time lawer- ,. Community Development Department, City of Chula Visla, 2005. .';"i'-' .....,,,'.:..... '~r:?',,,.. :.-i .........1999.-200.....PrClQl'ess>) :"..'......_'-y,,':-:.::....--_...., "-.;-.,,..,'.,'.,'. ... ....:....Ac;tions toblti .Ta~eni'. . required this training for urchose of the units. 85 Mortgage Credil Certificates hove been issued and 48 certificates have been re-issued since 1999.16 No homes hove been offered lor sole in Chula Visla through Ihe U.s. Department of HUD as a result of foreclosures. Based upon record low interest roles available for home morlgages, the City did not find il necessary to issue Single Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds to assist first time homebuyers. The ability for low-income households to Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 23 '.. ,'. ,., . , . , ,'. , -, " .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATiON ,:...'.':'.,;i'.... ,'., <.::,:>:::<>__: .,.r,....,.'......:,.......... ;':< .,':",.,..' .'.,:",' '...'.~rog..c:Jn:li ,. - " ,. " ,,' ,Progr~mAciiviti;,s"" . ,. . .' ,. '.'" ".' :.~ . , . . --;:. ,.. ,.... , .':."" .:.'/i~j.i;:,:.~ ",-',':.:.':' ". .',::,,:',::1,', .":0:' ,',,) ,:.' .,.. I N a> income homebuyers whose incomes do not exceed maximum Federal limits, Buyers must olso intend to live in their homes os their principal residence, Mortgage loons offered under the bond progrom generally have lawer interest rates than conventional loans. Loans are ovailoble for oHached and detoched sin Ie-fa mil residences. 4.2.7 Sweot-Equity - Sweat-equity projeds reduce the production or rehabilitation costs of housing os the homeowners provide some or all of the labor required to construct/rehabilitate the homes. The Community Development deportment shall explore finoncial ossistance for a low-income sweat-e ui ro'ect. Goal 5 - Enable Homeless Individuals and Families to Find Permanent Housin 5,1 Particioole in Conlinue to 5.1.1 Support Existing Regionol Services for the Reaional Efforts to parlicipate in Homeless. Chula Vista encourages the Address Homeless regional efforts 10 coo"rdinated efforts 10 address homeless issues Needs address needs of in the area through 0 conlinuum of core Ihe homeless, model. Two non.profit agencies in the South including the Bay Region (South Bay Community Services Regional Task [SBCS] and MAAC Project) provide assislance Farce for the to the homeless or near homeless populolion. Homeless, local Both SBCS ond MAAC Projeel distribute shelter FEMA Boord, vouchers to needy families, which allows them Regional to stay 01 designated local motels. Assistance is Continuum of rovided throu h the Count of Son Die 0 and 17 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. 18 Con Plan, page 29. .'......::", \;ji?,?S~q9..~fC!~i~~;,:~.. . purchose a home has been driven by the rising sales price of homes in California. During the 1999 - 2005, $179,300 was spent to repoir and rehabilitale hames through the Caring Neighbors and Chrislmas in Oelober progroms,I7 SBCS is the primary service ogency thaI provides homeless shelter and services in Chula Vista. SBCS operates four transilionalliving programs in Chula Vista. The Cily has allocated on an annual basis CDBG funds to SBCS for youth and family support services, housing services, and economic development o ortunilies.18 :"t-~ionsto,b.El/ . ",/;;,.,.tiJken' The City should further expand its policies in addressing regional homeless issues 1hrough the provision of technical assistance, site opportunities, and grants or low-cost loans to provider agencies. Pag~ 24 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .-".;, ' ,:;-, , ~'::=:;"-'>::": :,:::(:.'"--'.r:;~:; '".: - - . i 1999-2004 HOUSiNG ELEMENT EVALUATION ....... ,../.; . :::1'::.": ',:-,:;;-:;.;"::' Y'';:' " Care Council, and County of San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program. Construction of 1 0 transitional housing units. '.,..." _:00"__;":";;"""":'"-';:''' :.........-:'.,:. ,:__:i"', ProgriimACtivities/',ii ",,::' . - n' ::,:.;::,!~::_::.:-,>:::..:_'.:,., ., FEMA. During the winter months, the Interfaith Shelter Network provides shelter for up to 12 people at local porticipoling churches. SBCS also operates several transitional housing programs os described in Section 2 of this Housing Element. The Community Development deportment shall continue to encourage these efforls to provide case management services, emergency shelters, transitional housing, and will utilize CDBG fundin , as a ro riate, to aid in these efforls. Porticipate in 0 Regional Approach to Address Homelessness - The Community Developmenl deportmenl shall continue to participate in the Regional Continuum of Care Council for San Diego County and the County of Son Diego's application for funding through the Federal Supportive Housing Program for the development of new housing facilities for the homeless ond the continuing funding of existing facilities. The City will continue its representotion on the FEMA Boord and the Regional Task Force on Homelessness. "'" I '" -.J 5.1.2 5.2 Facilitote Locol Facilities that Res and to Provide technical assistance and consider financial Evoluate and Identify Facilities and Services - The Community Development deportment sholl evaluate su art facililies and service needs of 5.2.1 '.,". 1999-2004 Progress'. ..' "',' . -....'.'.;.....,."...-.. ....- .:" , Actions to bll ....icikeri. Between 1999 and 2005, $373,000 in HOME Program funds have been used to construct 11 1ransitional housing unils.19 The City of ChuJa Vista continues to participate in regional organizations focused on housing and other needs of the homeless or neor homeless population. Such organizations include the Regional Continuum of Core Council for Son Diego County, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Boord, the Regional Task Force on Homelessness, and the FEMA and County 01 Son Diego Hotel! Motel Voucher Pro rom. The City of Chula Vista continues 10 participate in re iona! or anizations focused Page 25 The current policies should be amended to better reflect the need ,. CV Hsg Production 1 999-2005.xls Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Program.......... Homeless Needs ~ I "" CO '1999-2004. , Oboedives>. assistance to organizations seeking 10 provide or expand facilities and services within Chula Vista. 5.2.2 5.2.3 '. .1999"2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION " _. "n' _""". -. ..-' 'Progr(Jm Activ.iti~~ . Ihe homeless and the near homeless and identify appropriate agencies and resources. ..... ..1999"2Qb,i P~~g;~~s .:. ;;.--~.-,'.. .'n._,':"-:"" .,': ",' "> "_ ,.,. .;.c", on housing and other needs of the homeless or near homeless population. Such organizations include the Regional Continuum of Core Council for Son Diego County, local Emergency Food and Sheller Boord, the Regional Task Force on Homelessnes5, and the FEMA and County of San Diego HateV Motel Voucher Pro rom. As 0 recipient of funding through the Federal Emergency Sheller Grant Progrom in 2004, the City allocated $B7 ,169 to SBCS for their emergency sheller programs in Chula Vista. Identify Non-profit Providers to Operate Emergency Shelter Programs - Non-profit providers ore hesitant to undertake emergency shelter and transitional housing programs because of the difficulty in securing adequate operational funds. In addition to room and board, most shelter programs provide some type of case management and other social services. Providers rely heavily on private donations and volunteers 10 fill funding gaps. The Community Development department can directly assisl sheller providers with CDBG or Redevelopment Housing funds, and encourage them 10 apply far available Federal ond Stole Fundin McKinne, E.S.P. ete Facilitate Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs - The City will continue 10 make an effort 10 meelthe needs of the homeless thrau h the lallowin : The Communi Section 19 .5B.ll 0 ofthe City's Municipal Code allows for temporary shelters for the homeless within a church for a .. . Ac:!iCl!1stCl be '. <"Tokerl of identifying appropriate sites and assisting provider agencies in the siling, funding and financing of core facitities. Page 26 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report . . ....Program . .j:> I N CD 5.2.4 :r:.!:i;:.;::: Pragr?1l1 ;b~iviti~~';:'. .:'-:. ",-.'.,';:! .,'.' !::;": '" :" - ,.. .~':.:'_I,.~i,.::...;' ....,.. . Development deportment shall continue to consider providing financial and technical assistance 10 any organizaiion or consortium of organizations seeking to establish transitional housing or shelter programs to serve the homeless populotion. The City will toke other sleps, as necessary, to facilitate these programs (such as amending zoning regulations to allow temporory church-sponsored shelters). The City's Zoning Ordinance currently allows for the development of homeless shelters or lronsitionol housing subiedlo the approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Should the City receive on application or other request for siting of such a facility, the City's Plonning ond Building Deportment will work to expeditiously process the request through the identification of suitable sites, along with (] set of performance criterio under which the CUP will be granted. Because site control is of paramount importance for securing Slate and Federal funding, the City will also consider providing assistance in the site selection and acquisition process. This may include loons, land dedications or land cost write-downs. Group Homes for Six or Fewer Persons - Pursuant to State Law, a residential facility for six or fewer persons may not be treated differently than family dwellings of the same type in the same lone. A residential facility is defined os an fami! home, rau care '1999"2004 p;'~~;'~~ ,.T",:.... ;:..:":':<'" ;;~;i;;.,::":"'" ,':: ....__. '.,' .'.' :,.", ..... Actions to be " .. .. Taken'" maximum of 12 guests up to two weeks per year. The City hos received OnG request to assist with the development of 0 facility for homeless persons. Between 1999 ond 2005,the City provided $373,000 in HOME funds to assist in the development of 0 11 units of transitional housing for youfh coming oul of the County's Foster Care program. Group homes continue to be allowed by right within any residentiol distrid within the City of Chula Vista. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 27 , . - . ' . " -' , .- ." ,: " , ,- " '. . . , ," . . . ..... :. "-, ,-,',.' ...-.."...., . . ,.... ",., -, '- ,". . .J 999-2004 IiQUSING ELEMENHVALUATlqN . . . ;....:'". :"" Pr!>9rq& ..' .......i.;PrOllr9111MivitiO;"i.... ;. facility, or similar facility for 24-hour non- medical core. A residential facility olso includes o foster family home, small family home, social rehabilitation facility, community treatment facility, and transitional shelter care facility. Therefore, small group hames for six ar fewer persons can be located in any of the City's residential dislricts by right. ~ I (.0) C) and Waste Conservation as an Int ral Part of Homes 6.1.1 Implement Federal and State Conservation Laws - The Planning and Building. department shall require new developments to comply with applicable Federal, Slale, regional, and local policies and regulations regarding energy and water conservation and air quality improvement. 6.1.2 Resource Conservation - New Housing ~ The Planning ond Building department shall encoura e ener and water conservation in ',"'.'.. ", ...,...-,.-.:., :; . .~,' ;',,-'i -, . ... ,.... AqiOns ,to~e '" "",Takslli', The successful application af conservation practices, as a condition of appraval for projects is an effective policy and will be continued through the current planning period. Conservation policies should be tailared 10 target infill residential projeds in addition 10 the large-scaled planned communilies. The City has continued the application of conservation pradices os a component to all residential developments. All new development are required to comply with applicable federal, slate and local laws relative to conservation of energy resources. Page; 28 Chula Visla Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .PrQ9rOrTl ~ I w -' 6.2 Promote Conservation in Exislina Homes 'J999r~004 . "Ob'edives Change CHIP Guidelines . .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENTEVALUATION' 6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.2.1 ...,;:.; i'Pr~gr~~~ivilifl~" ,. ", '-" '.', "." ,.,..-;,......'..'.. . ;.," ....,', . ". ..........i999.2094I'rCll;l~llll~..i importance of energy conservation and the techniques employed to promote conservation. The City continues to require the installation of dual-piping systems in new subdivision. The Planning and Building Deporlment continues to require Water Conservation and Air Quality Improvement plans lor large developments. Title 24 energy analysis IS performed as part 01 building plan check process. Weatherization is an eligible activity lor funding under the City's Community Housing Improvement Program. However, due 10 more immediate health and safety needs, there have been limited expenditures for weatherization activities. Promo1ion of conservation in existing homes can be best served through the development of outreach malerials relafed fo energy conservation including descriptions of the benefits, techni ues, materials, conslruction techniques, and features including recycling storage areas, in new housing in conjunction with programs such os "Greenslor" and SDG&E's Comfort Wise Pro ram. Dual Piping - The Engineering deportment sholl continue to require the installation of dual- piping systems in new subdivisions to accommodate the use of reclaimed water for landsco in and other a Hections os feasible. Waler and Air Quality - The Planning and Building deportment sholl continue to require the submission of 0 Ilwatar conservation pion" and "'air quality improvement plan" or other substanlive equivalent document lor large developmenl projects at the Sectional Planning Area SPA Pion sla e or similar level of review. Tille 24 Compliance Review- The Planning and Building department shall continue 10 perform residential Tille 24 energy analysis os port of buildin Ion check rocedures. Weo1herizotion Programs - The Community DevelopmenJ department shall continue to encourage weatherization programs for low- income households. Chula Vista HousIng Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 29 Pr~arq~, -1>0 I w N . - .. . m 1999.2004HQUSING,~LJ:MENTE'lALlj~TION . .... i ,-,' . : ~;:..~:i . .:: :~:: ::;;;;: . ......... .. .~r0,9r~rn;~~i"ili~ :':1'''..'' .:.:>,'j:.~:: ".';>: ....!..',..1.~~9:200~.~~ri~~~~.n...... . . '-' ,':' ~.:.: ,; :":'.~::: ',;. ,I, . . ,.,; .. .~\.:.~" ;:..,. .' .'. <.::" . :,.: ..." ." .. . .... ;,'ir~ir~~J~~,~.""" . and incentive programs available. The City will focus on education and oulreach 10 inform owners of the benefits of energy conservation. The City will continue coordination wilh the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego and its provision of yearly funding to fair housing issues. Page; 30 Energy conservation is an eligible activity for Funding under the City's Community Housing Improvement Program. However, due to more immediate health and safety needs, there hove been limited expenditures for energy efficien activities. of Their Choice Affordable housing developments hove provided and implemented 0 Foir Marketing Plan to alfrad prospective homebuyers and tenonls within the Chula Vista community by advertising to employers and through media directly targeting minority o ulotions. ;.-.-.j...... 6.2.2 Rehabilitation Funds for Conservation - Consider and promote energy conservation as an eligible activity for the City's residential rehobililolion programs administered by the Community Development departmeni. for All Residents 10 Reside in Housin 7.1 ,1 Affirmative Fair Marketing Plans - All developers of housing projects which contain more than 20 dwelling units are required 10 prepare on HAffirmalive Fair Marketing Plan/ which should be designed to olfrad prospeclive homebuyers andlor tenants within the proposed market area, regardless of gender I age, race, notional origin, or religion. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report . .. . .. . . .- . . .' ." . .,. .., . . . ' .. ,. . '... -, . -. " . .., . . ,'. .", . 1999-2004 HOUSINCl ~~EMENT EVALUATION Pr09r?[11.A<:liviti~...... 7.1.2 Fair Housing Services. The Community Development department shall continue to provide fair housing services to Chula Vista residents and housing providers through the Fair Housing Council of San Diego. .j:> I (.0) (.0) 7.1.3 Fair Housing Counseling and Education - The Community Development deportment sholl continue 10 provide fair housing counseling services and other referral octivi1ies which are designed to further the fair housing requirements of Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. The City currently contracts with 0 fair housing consultant 10 respond to any requests or complaints regarding fair housing practices within the Cily and to provide an educotional program for both residents and housin roviders. 7.1.4 Fair Housing Assessment - The Community Development deportment shall conduct on assessment of impediments to fair housing choice every five years in conjunction with the preparation of the Five-year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development. This assessment will include an analysis of the actual level of discrimination in renlol housin 20 San Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice, February 2005. 21 San Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice, February, 2005. ...-,'" . ,,' .,'li,::"", ] 99c9"7P04. ~~(lgresil.. ..;.(.,. 'i' Ai:tiQn~'() b~ ..... . .tali:~ri . Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report As of February 2005, the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego (FHCSD) sponsors public fair housing educational activities, fair housing outreach activities, and fair housing referral activities for Chula Vista. 70 From Jon. 2000 to March 2003 Ihe FHCSD assisted 154 people with complaints regarding fair housing in the City. The City continues to support the FHCSD and ollocaled approximately $39,000 per yeor to provide services to Chula Vista.'!I Chula Vista participated in the Son Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice published in February 2005. Page 31 :- . : .. .' .-.. . :.' -: -:-- ... ... --. :: .. ._':: ....':/. . .\:-. ..;:'-- . -,,: . .:.-.,' .. ' 1999,.2004 HOUSING. ELEMENT EVALUATION> .'. '. ~ c... .......,.-:..: ...:' .,,:-.... P.:o~ra.rn ..,........ .,. .., .., .'..",. ..., .:,'. Pfogr(]m~c1iyitilis;' " for sale housing, and lending and a review of 1he Community Reinvestment activity of local lenders. Additionally, the City is required to prepare an annual performance report of all housing and community development activities, including fair housing activities for the year. ..:.."".... ..: , .'.i99l)';2004Pr~~,r~~s'" ';':-,> Goal 8 - Redudion and/or Removal to the Greatest Extent Possible of Identified Constraints to the Development. Maintenance, and Improvement af Housing. .j>. I <.oJ .j>. 8,1 Streamline Oevelooment Processioa 8.1.1 Development Fees. The Planning and 8uilding department shall continue to review development lees and lacility financing to assure that they ore 05 cost.effective as possible. The City will continue to consider subsidizing or delerring lees lor affordable units on 0 cose-by.cose basis. To monitor development process lor streamlining opportunities and adhere to the priorities for linancial assistance. The City 01 Chula Vista has considered on a cose~by~cose basis the delerral or subsidy 01 lees for affordable housing developments. More specifically, lor a 281 unit development for seniors and families, the City has allowed the ten year delerral 01 Ihe payment 01 the applicable Public Facilities Development Impact Fee ($709,478) and a waiver of the Park Fee ($355,466) subject to the Developer dedicating an additional 1.8 acres of land lor a lulure community park, fhe Residential Construdion Tax ($73,075), and the Reserve Fund lee ($33,604). :;:: Continue a case-by~ case review process. Pago; 32 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999-2004 HOUSING EL.EMENT EVALUATION Program B.1.2 Expeditious Project Processing - The Planning and Building and Community Development depart men Is will continue to use a team approach to the application pracessing of affordable law and moderate-income residential developments. The Departments will continue to implement their project manager system that specifically assigns on Entitlement Prajecl Manager (project planner) and a Community Development Prajecl Coardinalor to shepherd prajecls through the review process and coordinate post.entitlemenl issues. Additionally, Ihe Planning and Building deportment, in consultation with the Community Development Department, will assign priority processing of the necessary entitlements cnd plan checks for such residential development projects which do not require extensive engineering or environmental review. Such affordable housing projects ore time sensitive due to deadlines established for the fundi n sources. ..,. I (.oJ 01 ..) 999"2Q04 ProQress.. The City has employed a team approach to processing discretionary approvals and building permits for affordable housing developments to meet established deadlines for funding sources. Adions to be .. .. Taken The City shall provide policies that assign priority processing of developments with 50% or mare of the units affordable to law and moderate-income households. Chu.la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 33 .1999.2004 HqUSI\'lQELEMENT EVALUATION Program 8.1.3 Evaluating Requests far Assistance. The Cily shall consider ossisting developers when necessary 10 enable residential projects to provide preferable producltype or affardabilily in excess of the requirements of the City's Affordable Housing Program. Assistance will be offered to the extent thai resources and programs are available and to the exlent that the residenlial development assisls the City in achieving its housing gaols. The Community Development department shall establish specific procedures for evaluating requests for subsidies involving fees, land write downs, and other forms of City assistance. Evaluation of requests far assistance shall be based on, but nof limited to, the effectiveness of the assistance in achieving a preferable product type and/or the affardability objectives of the Housing Element, the capability of the development team, the reasonableness of development cosls and justification of subsidy needs, and the extent to which other resources ore used to leverage the requested assistance. ~ I (.oJ en Priority for financial assislance would be for those projects that have bolh of the fallowing The City evaluates raquesls for subsidies involving fees, land write downs, and olher forms of City assistance on a first~ come, firsl.serve basis based upon the following factors: Proiect Efficiencv . Effectiveness of leveraging City/Agency resourceSi . Reasonableness of tolal project costs and requesled City/Agency loani . Effectiveness of financing plan for development and long lerm operation of the project; . Leveraging of other funds; . Reasonableness of project timeline for completion and achieving full occupancy, and demonstrated ability to meet timelines. Aclionsto be Taken. The City will continue to utilize a first-come first-served process. The City will provide for review and monitoring of development fees 10 ensure they fee are cost-effective and do no1 negatively influence the feasibility of affordable housing projects. Page, 34 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .. . . J 999-2004 .HOU5ING ELEMENT EVALUATION, ./>0 I w ...... i;,-," '-i. ".','." . :'~;". . ;:-.:.' :<'i,;i ''',,'' l\cliol1SJ9.pe . ,. Taken. . . ,..,0 "-",< Progf~ITIAc:li~iti~' .,. . characteristics: 1) 0 substantial number of the project's units have three bedrooms or more; and 2) 0 substantial number of the unHs ore affordable to very law-income households (50 percent of area median income or less). ",>r "." ,'. ":.~.: 999:2.oQ4 Progl-t!5s'i ,-,""-',.'-'-,"-'-' """."-". .. ".' .., ....., . . Readiness (availability of other financing commitments and 011 planning approvals); and, . Rents that are significantly below market. Effectiveness in Addressina Housina Needs: . Effectiveness in addressing housing priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan and the Housing Strategy; . Collaboration with local community and non-profit organizations in meeting needs or providing services; and, . Remedies significant housing quality problems and supports neighborhood reinvestment. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 35 Prpgrc:JfTI . .j:> I w co . .. 1999-2004 HOUSING. ELEMENT EVALUATION .....;: :pr()grc:JfTI ACtivitieS "'-,' ." ,',....:--...... . .: ":' ::'~ . . . ", i ;:i.-,' . -. . ...1?99c:.!Oq~~,.ogrll$$i Develooer Cooacitv: . Development leom's (i.e. developer and any consultant previous experience in developing affordable housing or market rote housing; . Architecl's capacity; . Management company's capacity; . Developer's organizational capacity; and. . Participation with local non-profit organization. Desio" and location: . Design is appropriate for site and proposed population, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood; and . Location provides ready access to transportation, schools, recreational facilities, healthcare facilities, grocery stores, and other shopping o ortunities. 'iX' A.!:I.. .io.nst().......b.e'. ""c,..': Taka"'"' Pag~ 36 Chula VIsta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .".. I c..> CD :.//::;.-=,>" .'. ,;' ','. - '. ," ....... Pr~9ram.; n';;_:;.,:."'",,,_,,'''';:''':':'''','' ":.,;-'-'-'- ;,,'. ..:Pr~9r~I11,,~i~i!ill~i::": .., 8.1.4 Flexible Development Slondords - The Planning and 8uilding department sholl continue to encourage the use of flexible development standards thraugh the Planned Community (PC) Zone and Precise Plan (P) Modifying Dislricl, where such ore dearly identified with increased availability of affordable hausing. .",.. , ",-.-". """,', '1 SlSlSl-~004ProgrllSS" '. :,;, ';: -i: -' _ ::' ~ I __.: "-;' _ '."' .. - -',," - , - . . un ': '-.' -:: _ ,. : '., ;;;, .. The City will cantinue to monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infjll develapment will require more creative site planning. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Priority is also placed upon the provision of housing for very low~income households and large bedroom units. However, no formal process has been estoblished. The majority of affordable housing units (78%) hove been built within master planned communities. An addilionol 117 units hove been built within urban Chula Vislo and no Precise Plan modifier was necessary. Page 37 b. Assess Effectiveness of Actions and Outcomes GOAL 1: CONSERVE EXISTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Program 1.1: Preservation of Assisted Housing at Risk of Converting to Market Rate. Discussion: The 1999-2004 Housing Element identified the preservation of 32 units in the Meadows project. This complex converted to market rate in 2000. Although the City was unable to prevent this project from converting, the City shall revise the current policies and programs to proactively work with two housing developments at risk of conversion. Specifically, the City understands more proactive coordination with affordable housing developers is necessary. Additionally, a resource program for residents of these units should be considered in the case the units cannot be prevented from conversion. Finally, the City considers this issue can be better addressed at the front-end of affordable project development through Affordable Housing Agreements that may allow the City first right of refusal for the purchase of affordable units converting to market rate. Program 1.2: Condominium Conversions Discussion: Due to the high demand for housing and the need for mare affordable housing opportunities the City of Chula Vista, the region has seen a significant increase in condominium conversions. The trend toward increased condo conversions began in 2005, with 432 units converting to condominium ownership. The City views this trend has an important indicator of the need to balance the needs of all income levels while providing more homeownership opportunities for all residents. More importantly, the City sees the loss of low-income rental units as a serious concern. To address this, the City considers revisions to the Municipal Code Chapter 15.56 that address impacts to local planning areas, tenant rights and fee provisions for rental conversions as key program revisions to successfully administer future conversions. Program 1.3: Single Family and Mobile Home Rehabilitation Discussion: The City's CHIP loan/grant program has been provided for an effective means for the rehabilitation of housing for very low, special needs and senior households. Since 1999, 191 grants and 23 loons have been utilized by local residents. Of the 214 grants, 111 Page 38 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-40 grants involved elderly households and 147 involved mobile homes. Therefore, the program has been very effective in targeted assistance to the appropriate income levels. The City would like to see more focused efforts in the specific areas most needed for rehabilitation activities. Therefore, the City considers the northwest and southwest planning areas as priority areas for the provision of CHIP resources. Additionally, the City would like to be more pra-active in the provision of loans and grants through targeted efforts in the City's mast affected neighborhoods. Program 1.4: Rehabilitate Deteriorating and Substandard Rental Housing Discussion: The objectives of the previous Housing Element included the rehabilitation of 25 very low- and 95 low-income rental units through the Rental Housing Acquisition and Rehabilitation Program. Since 1999, 24 units of very low- and 94 units of low-income have been acquired and/or rehabilitated. The City will continue to make funds available for affordable housing developers to acquire rental housing that is substandard, deteriorating, or in danger of being demolished. Additionally the City Code Enforcement program has been an effective means for proactively identifying health and safety issues in rental housing. In 2002, the City restarted its Title 25 Mobile Home Inspection Program. The City's Multi-Family Rental Inspection Program was restarted in 2003. Since the restarting of these programs, 1,312 units within 233 complexes and 10 mobile home parks with 991 mobile home units have been inspected. These programs have been effective in rehabilitating the existing rental housing stock and the City will continue both programs during in the 2005-2010 Housing Element cycle. Program 1.5: Preservation of Mobile Home Park Living Discussion: The City's CHIP program has been an effective means at the preservation of mobile home park living through the provision of loans and grants for mobile home residents. Of the 214 CHIP loans/grants provided by the City, 147 were allocated to mobile home park residents. Additionally, the City's Mobile Home Space Rent Review Ordinance has been an effective means for protecting the rights of mobile home residents in preserving affordable housing. In response to recent trends, the City revised Chapter 9.50 of the Municipal Code to include provisions for the limiting of rent increases, more stringent code compliance, greater specificity in allowable rate increase provisions, provisions for "vacancy decontrol", space rents monitoring, and greater clarity in process and definitions of the Ordinance. As a result of these actions, there were no Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 39 4-41 mobilehome/trailer parks converted during the 1999-2005 Housing Element planning period. The City of Chula Vista will continue to give CHIP grants and loans to mobile home residents ond will continue to enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance during the 2005-2010 Housing Element cycle. ... GOAL 2: MAINTAIN AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS IN CHULA VISTA Program 2.1: Reinvest in the City's Well-Established Neighborhoods Discussion: The City's desire to identify and target two residential neighborhoods for c1ean-up/fix-up and rehabilitate 25 homes through Christmas in October were key objective in the prior Housing Element planning period. Through the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, programs to target low- and moderate-income households have been implemented. Specifically, the Castle Park Neighborhood Revitalization Area received considerable funding to improve infrastructure, landscape and property. For the 1999-2005 Housing Element planning period, approximately $2,000,000 was expended on the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. During this same period, 35 homes were rehabilitated through the Christmas in October progrom. In addition to rehabilitation programs, the City's code enforcement function provided monitoring of neighborhood conditions to provide proactive response to potential deterioration of neighborhoods. During the 1999-2005 planning period, 12,000 complaints were responded to, 1,312 rental units were inspected and 991 mobile homes were ins pected. The City desires to continue the successful implementation of these programs but desires further integration with the CHIP, Neighborhood Revitalization Program, Capital Improvement Program, and Code Enforcement to enhance the overall effectiveness of neighborhood reinvestment. ... GOAL 3: ENSURE THAT AN ADEQUATE AND DIVERSE HOUSING SUPPLY IS AVAILABLE TO MEET THE CITY'S EXISTING AND FUTURE NEEDS. Page 40 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-42 Program 3. J : Affordable Housing Program Discussion: The City's objective for the 1999-2005 planning period was to construct 590 lower- income units, of which 130 units were to be for-sole. Additionally, 470 units for moderate-income households were to be constructed. Due to the effectiveness of the City's inclusionary requirements and the consideroble development of master planned communities in the eastern area of the City, 831 low-income units were constructed in the eastern orea of Chula Vista. Of these developments, 19 percent were provided as for-sole units. Additionally 842 moderate-income units were developed. The City sholl continue the inclusionary policy for projects of 50 units or more providing ten percent affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households. The recent trends in housing opportunities in western Chula Vista and.the continued development of the planned communities in eastern area will continue to provide continual opportunities for the provision of affordable units citywide. The City believes considerations should be made to codify the inclusionary policy into an Ordinance. Program 3.2: Protection of Coastal Housing Discussion: The City has complied with the provIsions of state law relative to the monitor and reporting of affordable housing units and new construction of replocement housing in the coostol zone. Since the 1999-2005 plonning period, no demolition or conversion of housing units has occurred within the coastal zone. The City shall cantinue to monitor and report on activities in the coastal zone. Program 3.3: Provide Incentives for Low-income Housing Construction Discussion: The City of Chula Vista views incentives as an effective means in providing benefits to the development community for the provision of affordable housing. To this end, the 1999- 2005 Housing Element cycle sought to establish a Density Bonus Ordinance, provide relaxed development standards, provide land write-downs, and pursue alternative funding sources. Currently, the City has not adopted a Density Bonus Ordinance, but does follow state guidelines for the provision of density bonuses. All development projects requesting density bonuses hove been granted through the City's resolution on density bonuses. To dote, three residential developments have received density bonuses and other incentives. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 41 4-43 A total of 249 units were developed under the density bonus provision, of which 77 were granted as a density bonus. The City wishes to continue pursuing the amendment of Title 9 of the Municipal Code to codify density bonus provisions, consistent with the requirements of Government Code section 65915 and as amended through SB 1818. Although the City was unable to adopt this Ordinonce during the last planning period, a target year of 2007 has been set. The City has continued to monitor the modification of development standards on a case- by-case basis. To date, nearly all affordable housing developments have been able to meet the requirements. Two developments, Villa Serena (132 units) and Brisa del Mar (106 units) have received modifications to standards, including parking, open space and landscape buffers. The City believes this approach has been effective and will continue the evaluation of standards on a case-by-case basis. The City of Chula Vista has not directly provided land write-downs or land assemblage, os no request by the development community has occurred during the 1999-2005 planning period. The City believes this policy should be modified in the current Housing Element to discuss financial assistance by the City, of which land-write downs may be appropriate. Additionally, the City believes the identification of appropriate housing sites on City-owned property is 0 mare proactive approach to assist the development community. The City of Chula Vista wished to pursue alternative funding sources during the previaus Housing Element planning period. During this time, several projects received FHLB funds and the Brisa del Mar project received $2.5 million in Joe Serna Jr. Fanmworker Housing Funds. Additionally, the City received State funding from the Jobs-Housing Balance program and Rental Housing Rehab Assistance program. The City believes more intensive outreach to the development community, through marketing of programs and providing descriptions of available assistance programs. As port of this housing element update, the City has included an "implementation tools" section, to provide 0 summary of local, state, federal and private funding/financing sources to .assist in the development of affordable housing. Program 3.4: Pursue Housing Opportunities for Lower Income Households, with AHention to Those Who Have Special Needs Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to implement this program through the provision of the Section 8 rental assistance program, Shored Housing Program, second dwelling unit ordinance, relaxed zoning restrictions to special needs housing, construction of mixed used development, and redevelopment agency participation in housing construction. The City of Chula Vista continued to work with the Housing Authority of San Diego. As of March 2005, 2,492 households in Chula Vista were recipients of Section 8 housing Page 42 Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05--06 Annual Progress Report 4-44 vouchers. In addition, the Housing Authority operates four public housing developments in the city, providing 120 units. The City's Shared Housing Program has been funded through the previous Housing Element planning period, providing assistance to approximately 102 Chula Vista residents. The City adopted a second dwelling unit ordinonce in 2003, allowing for second dwelling units in the A, R-E, R-1 and P-C zones. Through July of 2004, the City has approved the construction of 25 second dwelling units. The City has modified its Zoning Code to allow for senior housing in any zone except the R-1, R-2, C-V, CoT and Industrial zones. The City also provides discretion in the granting of exceptions to development standards. Additionally, the City's Inclusionary Housing policy provides for the development of senior hausing. Under this program, 36 very low- ond 191 low-income units have been constructed during the previous planning period. To further encourage the development of affordoble units, the City has aggressively pursued the development of mixed-use commercial/residential projects. Two affordable housing developments have been constructed as mixed-use projects comprising of 377 units total. Additionally, the City has modified its land use designations of the General Plan to allow for two new mixed-use designations; Mixed-Use Residential and Mixed-Use Transit Focus Area. To provide additional opportunities for affordable housing development, the City has provided $10.7 million in HOME and agency set-aside funds to construct and/or rehabilitate 123 very low- and 807 low-income units. Pursuont to Proposition C, the City has acquired 11 odditional dwelling units with 67 units remaining to be acquired under the provisions of this law. The City of Chula Visto believes the policy direction toward the provision of housing opportunities in the existing urbanized areas will influence the policies of the Housing Element through the encouragement of mixed-use development in the Southwest and Northwest planning areas ond provisions to amend Title 9 of the Municipal Code. Additionally, amendments to the Municipal Code that allow for the intensification/reuse of infill sites shall be a policy action of the Housing Element. The City will also consider increases in the affordable housing requirements in redevelopment areas to further encourage the development of affordable units. The trend toward more urbanized, infill development requires the City to reevaluate the Bolance Communities-Affordable Housing Policy to better reflect its opplication to urban infill sites. Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 43 4-45 ... GOAl 4: INCREASE OF HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS. Program 4.1: Encourage the Construction of a Variety of Housing Types. Discussion: To encourage the construction of a variety of housing types, the City continued to implement its Affordable Housing Program. Objectives of the previous Housing Element included assistance of 130 low-income first-time homebuyers and the provision of 25 Mortgage Credit Certificates to low- and moderate-income households. During the previous planning period, the City assisted in the construction of 162 low- income units in Eastlake and Rolling Hills Ranch. The City has approved the construction of 245 units, scheduled for construction in 2006-2007. Additionally, 85 Mortgage Credit Certificates hove been issued and 48 hove been reissued. The City believes the Affordable Housing Policy has been extremely effective in the provision of affordable housing in the City's eastern area. To expand these opportunities citywide, the City believes more focused policy direction should address the need to enhance the Affordable Housing Policy as it applies to infill and mixed-use develapme'nt in the western area of the City. Program 4.2: Assist Low-Income Households in the Purchase of a Home. Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period the City sought to assist first-time homebuyers through direct monetary assistance, homebuyer education/counseling, issuance of Mortgage Credit Certificates, issuance of mortgage revenue bonds, and encouragement of sweat-equity projects, During the previous planning period the City provided $52,000 for down payment and closing cost assistance through the First-Time Homebuyer Program. Additionally, the City provided moilers, informational materials at the public counter, and facilitated public meetings to disseminate the First-Time Homebuyer Program. In 2000, the City held a Homebuyer's Fair that involved the participation by lenders, realtors, and representative from the master planned communities. The City now requires that potential homebuyers in the City's affordable housing units offend 0 homeowner training program as a condition of their eligibility to purchase the unit. To date, potential buyers for 102 units hove attended this training, Additionally, Page 44 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-46 through the previous planning period, 85 mortgage credit certificates hove been issued and 46 hove been reissued. Due to the record low interest rates, the City did not see the need to issue mortgage revenue bonds and sholl consider the revision of this program in the 2005-2010 Housing Element. The City allocated $179,300 to repair and rehabilitate homes through the Coring Neighbors and Christmas in October programs. These programs provide the ability of homeowners and volunteers to utilize free labor to write down the costs of improving properties. The City feels these two programs hove been very successful in engage the community in improving their neighborhoods and will continue the programs in the current planning period. Due to the current cost of housing and the difficulty in providing affordable housing units, the City believes the current policies in the Housing Element should be modified to consider increasing the increase loan amounts under the First-Time Homebuyer Program. Additionally, the City would like to consider revisions to the homebuyer program to require the continuous sole of affordable units versus recapturing of equity only. ... GOAL 5: ENABLE HOMELESS INDMDUALS AND FAMILIES TO FIND PERMANENT HOUSING Program 5.1: Participate in Regional Efforts to Address Homeless Needs. Discussion: The City of Chula Vista understands that homelessness is a regional issue that must be addressed in concert with regional service providers to most effectively provide assistance to the homeless population. During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to support existing regional services for the homeless and provide local support for regional homelessness efforts throughout the County. Throughout the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista mode diligent efforts in participating with regional service providers such os South Bay Community Services and MAAC. SBCS operates four transitional living programs in Chula Vista and the City has allocated annual CDBG funding to this service agency to provide a host of services for the homeless and near homeless. Additionally, $373,000 in HOME funds hove been utilized from 1999-2005 to construct 11 transitional housing units in the City. The City of Chula Vista has mode significant efforts to continue its coordination with regional homelessness issues through participation with the Regional Continuum of Core Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 45 4-47 Council, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Board, Regional Task Force on Homelessness, FEMA and the San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program. The City would like to further expand its policies in addressing regional homeless issues through the provision of technical assistance, site opportunities, and grants or low-cost loans to provider agencies. Program 5.2: Facilitate Local Facilities That Respond to Homeless Needs. Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista desired to facilitate homeless needs through the evaluation and identification of facilities, providers, ond programs that best address the needs homeless persons in Chula Vista. The City of Chula Vista has continued its commitment to collaborating with local and regional organizations such as the Regional Continuum of Care Council, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Board, the Regional Task for on Homelessness, FEMA, and the County of San Diego. The City has also provided South Bay Community Services, a local shelter provider with $87,169 in funds for the support of shelters in Chula Vista. During the previous planning period, the City of Chula Vista has amended the Municipal Code to allow provisions for the use of Church facilities has homeless shelters. To date, one church has requested assistance in the development of a facility for homeless persons. In 1999 and 2005, the City provided $373,000 in HOME funds to assist in the development of an 11 unit transitional housing facility for youth coming out of the County's Foster Care Program. The City believes the current policies should be amended to better refled the need of identifying appropriate sites and assisting provider ogencies in the siting, funding and financing of core facilities. ... GOAL 6: ENCOURAGE ENERGY AND WASTE CONSERVATION AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF HOMES Program 6.1: Institute Conservation as Part of New Construction Discussion: Page 46 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05--06 Annual Progress Report 4-48 During the previous planning period, the City has continued the application of conservation practices os 0 component to 011 residential developments. All new development is required to comply with applicable federal, state and local lows relative to conservation of energy resources. The City has also provided literature to the development community describing the importance of energy conservation and the techniques employed to promote conservation. The City also continues to coordinate with Son Diego Gas and Electric in regards to energy conservation programs. To promote the use of reclaimed water, the City of Chula Vista requires the installation of dual-piping systems in 011 new subdivisions. This requirement has provided significant contributions to the reduction in water demand for irrigation and other applications. For larger development projects, the City now requires water conservation and air quality improvement plans as a standard condition of approval. The City believes the successful application of conservation practices, as 0 condition of approval for projects is an effective policy and will be continued through the current planning period. Additionally, these conservation policies should also be tailored to target infjll residential projects in addition to the lorge-scaled planned communities. Program 6.2: Promote Conservation in Existing Homes Discussion: To promote conservation of the existing housing stock in Chula Vista, the City has sought to encouraged weatherization of lower income units and provide funding for conservation activities. The City's CHIP program has revised the eligible activities to include weatherization activities. Although these activities are eligible under the CHIP program, limited expenditures have been made due to the priority of mitigating health and safety issues. The City believes the promoting of conservation in existing homes can be best served through the development of outreach materials related to energy conservation including descriptions of the benefits, techniques, and incentive programs available. The City believes existing property owners should be informed of the benefits of energy conservation, as it provides 0 meons to reduce costs borne by property owners, while preserving the existing housing stock. The policy revisions to the current Housing Element reflect a focus toward outreach and education. Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05..06 Annual Progress Report Psge47 4-49 ... GOAL 7: PROMOTE EQUAL OPPORTUNl1Y FOR ALL RESIDENTS TO RESIDE IN HOUSING OF THEIR CHOICE Program 7.1: Fair Housing Practices Discussion: During the previous planning period, the City of Chula Vista set a goal of providing fair housing assistance to 150 residents through Fair Marketing Plans, City-initiated fair housing services, counseling/education, and the assessment of fair housing issues. The City requires affordable housing developments of more than 20 dwelling units to prepare an affirmative fair marketing plan to attract prospective homebuyers. During the previous planning period, the City has been very successful in marketing alternative housing choices and seeks to continue this policy. The City of Chula Vista has been an active participant with the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego in hosting and providing additional support for educational activities, outreach programs and housing referrals. From January 2003 to March 2003, FHCSD assisted 154 Chula Vista residents with fair housing complaints. The City also allocates $39,000 per fiscal year to provide assistance ta Chula Vista residents. The City believes continued coordination with the Fair Housing Council of San Diego and provision of yearly funding to fair housing issues should be continued through the 2005- 2010 planning period. ... GOAL 8: REDUCTION AND/OR REMOVAL TO THE GREATEST EXTENT POSSIBLE OF INDENTIFIED CONSTRAINTS TO THE DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF HOUSING. Program 8.1: Streamline Development Processing Discussion: During the prior planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to provide a streamlined development process through development fee waivers, reduced processing timelines, development subsidies, and the granting of flexible development standards. Page 48 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-50 The City has considered development fee waivers for a 281-unit senior/family housing development allowing for a 10-year deferral of development and park fees totaling over $1 million. The City believes the case-by-case process provides for a flexible method to apply fee waivers as they apply to a project and enables the City to negotiate based on project feasibility rather than blanket fee waivers that may not apply to all circumstances. The City believes this approach has been successful in addressing the needs of the development community and will continue this during the 2005-2010 planning period. To provide for expeditious processing, the City has employed a team approach to the processing of discretionary approvals. To ensure the expeditious processing of affordable housing projects, the City assigns an entitlement project manager and community development project coordinator to process housing projects. The City olso employs a priority system allowing affordable housing developments to take precedent in the approval process. To further this, the current Housing Element shall provide policies that assign priority processing of developments with 50 percent or more of the units affordable to low- and moderate-income households. To provide development subsidies for projects, the City has developed a first-come first- served basis and considers the following factors; (1) project efficiency, (2) effectiveness in addressing housing needs, (3) developer capacity and (4) design and localion. The City has found this process is successful in prioritizing assistance to affordable housing developments and will continue to utilize this approach in the 2005-2010 planning period. As a supplement to this policy, the City will provide for review and monitoring of development fees to ensure they fee are cost-effective and do not negatively influence the feasibility of affordoble housing projects. Flexible development standards are encouraged in the development of affordable housing. The majority of affordable units (78%) have been developed in the City's master planned communities, in addition to the 117 units developed in the western, urbanized area of Chula Vista. Two projects requested and were granted relaxed development standards, with the remainder able to develop without the need to relax standards. The City will continue to monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infill development will require more creative site planning. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 49 4-51 C. Progress Toward Mitigating Governmental Constraints Identified in the Housing Element The 1999-2004 Housing Element contained a discussion of governmental constraints. Governmental constraints can limit the operations of the public, private and nonprofit sectors making it difficult to meet the demand for affordable housing and limiting supply in the region. Governmental constraints include growth management measures, land use controls, building codes, processing fees, and site improvement costs. As discussed in the analysis for Goal 8.1 above, the City of Chulo Vista sought to provide a streamlined development process through development fee waivers, reduced processing timelines, development subsidies, and the granting of flexible development standards. The following summary includes information on octions taken to mitigate identified constraints. Procedural To provide for expeditious processing, the City has employed 0 team approach to the processing of discretionary approvals. To ensure the expeditious processing of affordable housing projects, the City assigns an entitlement project manager and community development project coordinator to process housing projects. The City also employs a priority system allowing affordoble housing developments to take precedent in the approval process. Flexible development standards are encouraged in the development of affordable housing. Two projects requested and were granted relaxed development stondards, with the remoinder able to develop without the need to relax standards. The City will continue ta monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infill development will require more creative site planning. Financial The City has considered development fee waivers for a 281-unit senior/family housing development allowing for a 10-year deferral of development and park fees totaling over $1 million. The City believes the case-by-case process provides for a flexible method to opply fee waivers as they apply to a project and enables the City to negotiate based on project feasibility rather than blanket fee waivers that may not apply to all circumstances. The City believes this approach has been successful in addressing the needs of the development community and will continue this during the 2005-2010 planning period. To provide development subsidies for projects, the City has developed a first-came first-served basis. The City has found this successful in providing assistance to affordable housing developments and will continue to utilize this approach in the 2005-2010 planning period. Page 50 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-52 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT .s-'Yf:.. ellY OF CHUlA VISTA ~ February 6, 2007, Item~ ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO REGARDING CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE SAN DIEGO REGIONAL MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ACTING DIRECTOR OF COM~ITY DEVELOPMENT INTERIM CITY MANAGER rI/ SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: 4/STHS VOTE: YES D NO ~ BACKGROUND The City currently participates in the San Diego County Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. The County of San Diego is the lead agency and contracts with a private sector firm to issue Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCCs) to low and moderate income first time home buyers. The agreement between the City and the County of San Diego authorizes continued participation in the San Diego County Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program utilizing funding from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC). ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060( c )(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Cooperative Agreement between the City and the County of San Diego regarding the City's continued participation in the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, and future amendments upon concurrence of the City Attorney. 5/ February 6, 2007, Item~ Page 2 of2 BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDA nON Not applicable. DISCUSSION The Mortgage Credit Certificate operates as a tax credit. The qualified home buyer becomes eligible to take a federal income tax credit of twenty percent (20%) of the annual interest paid on the mortgage, thereby reducing the income taxes and increasing the buyer's disposable income. Increased buyer income results in increased capacity to qualify for a mortgage loan. In the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, the County contracts with an experienced private sector firm to administer the program ("Administrator"). The "Administrator" educates the lenders and real estate community on the program, advertises the program and issues the MCCs. Each participating jurisdiction contributes to the program administration costs in direct proportion to the funds utilized by the jurisdiction, and also contributes to the share of fees charged by the County for participation in the MCC Program. In fiscal year 2005-2006, the City paid approximately $30,000 for its proportionate share of application and administrative costs associated with the issuance of 64 MCCs in Chula Vista. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 18704.2(a)(l) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT The costs for the City's share of the program are budgeted in the Community Development Department budget. The City's administrative costs are based on the proportion of tax credits used in the City of Chula Vista. In fiscal year 2005-2006, 64 MCCs were issued at a cost of approximately $30,000. Prepared by: Jose Dorado, Community Development Specialist II, Community Development Dept. S..1. THE ATTACHED AGREEMENT HAS BEEN REVIEWED AND APPROVED AS TO FORM BY THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE AND WILL BE FORMALL Y SIGNED UPON APPROVAL BY THE CITY COUNCIL /~ t5j.:k"L ,0(1"4 /J/,O Ann Moor City Attorney Dated: I fd-S /()7 , Cooperative Agreement between the County of San Diego and the City of Chula Vista S-3 COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AND THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA TillS COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is hereby made and entered into as of ,20_ by and between the County of San Diego, a legal subdivision and body corporate and politic of the State of California (the "County"), and the City of Chula Vista (the "City"), a political subdivision of the State of California. WITNESSETH WHEREAS, the County has determined to provide assistance in the financing of homes for qualified first-time homebuyers in the County and the City with a program to issue mortgage credit certificates pursuant to Part I and Part 5 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California (the "Act"); and WHEREAS, the County, pursuant to the Act, has established the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (the "Program"), and has determined to cooperate with the City pursuant to the Act and in the exercise of its powers under the Act for purposes of the Program; and WHEREAS, the City has adopted the Program and determined to cooperate with the County pursuant to the Act in the exercise of their powers under the Act for the purposes of the Program; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter provided, the parties hereto agree as follows: SECTION 1. The words and phrases of this Cooperative Agreement shall, for all purposes hereof unless otherwise defined herein, have the same meanings assigned to such words and phrases in the Act. SECTION 2. The County and the City agree to collaborate and use their best efforts in the process of applying to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee ("CDLAC") for an annual allocation of mortgage credit certificates ("MCC") for the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. SECTION 3. The City hereby agrees to cooperate with the County and other participating cities in the joint exercise of their powers for the purpose of issuing mortgage credit certificates pursuant to the Act by agreeing that the County shall exercise its powers to issue mortgage credit certificates under the Program, as more specifically set forth in the Act, with respect to property located within the geographic boundaries of the City. ..5 L SECTION 4. The City agrees to undertake such further proceeding or actions as may be necessary in order to carry out the terms and the intent of this Agreement. The County has entered into cooperative agreements with other cities within the County, and nothing in this Agreement shall prevent the County from entering into one or more additional agreements with other cities within the County. SECTION 5. This Agreement shall expire and be of no further force and effect upon termination of the Program. Furthermore, either the City or the County may terminate this Agreement by giving a 30-day written notice to the other party. The City, however, may elect, without terminating this Agreement, not to participate in any application by the County for any future allocation from CDLAC by giving a 30-day written notice. SECTION 6. By the City's participation in the Program, the City elects to participate in any application by the county for an allocation of mortgage credit certificates from California Debt Limit Allocation Committee ("CDLAC"), the City shall agree to proportionately share, with other participating jurisdictions, the operating costs resulting from the allocation. The operating costs shall include any performance guarantee deposit required by CDLAC, the application filing fee and the administrative costs for each applicable allocation. The City agrees to pay its proportional share (based upon the number of Program participants within their jurisdiction) of the operating costs to the County, or to the County's contracted Program administrator. SECTION 7. This Agreement may be amended only by a supplemental agreement executed by the City and the County at any time, except that no such amendment or supplement shall be made which shall adversely affect the rights of the owners of any mortgage credit certificates issued by the County in connection with the Program. SECTION 8. By entering into this Agreement, the City does not abrogate any of its legal duties imposed by state law or its Charter or Municipal Code. Any provisions of this Agreement the terms of which provide for the payment of funds or provide for the services to be furnished by the parties hereto shall be subject to the availability of funds for such purposes. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed and attested by their proper officers thereunto duly authorized and their official seals to be hereto affixed, all as of the day and year fust above written. COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CITY OF CHULA VISTA By: Catherine Trout Lichterman, Director Department of Housing and Community Development APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY By: William D. Smith Senior Deputy, County Counsel s-E:- RESOLUTION NO. 2006- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AND THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN THE SAN DIEGO REGIONAL MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM WHEREAS, there is a continued need for affordable housing ownership opportunities within the City of Chula Vista (the "City") and the County of San Diego (the "County") for qualified first time home buyers; and WHEREAS, the Tax Reform Act of 1984 established Mortgage Credit Certificates ("MCC") as a means of assisting qualified first time homebuyers with the acquisition of new and existing single family housing; WHEREAS, Division 31, Part 1, Chapter 35, Article 4 of the California Health and Safety Code Sections 50197 et seq (the "Act") authorizes counties, cities, and redevelopment agencies to create and participate in MCC programs; and WHEREAS, the County, pursuant to the Act, has established the San Diego County Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (the "Program"), and has determined to cooperate with the City pursuant to the Act and in the exercise of its powers under the Act for the purposes of the Program; and WHEREAS, the City requests that Mortgage Credit Certificates be available to first-time homebuyers within the corporate limits of the City when the City participates with the County in receiving MCC allocation; and WHEREAS, the County and the City wish to cooperate with one another pursuant to the Act in the exercise of their powers under the Act for the purpose of the MCC program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby authorize the execution of a Cooperative Agreement between the City of Chula Vista and the County of San Diego regarding participation in the San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. Presented by Appro~d as to form by ~LAJ,"", ~ff . oore 0 City Attorney Ann Hix Acting Director of Community Development ~-& CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT Meeting Date: 2/6/2007 Item IJ ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S REPRESENTATIVE ON THE METRO COMMISSION TO VOTE IN SUPPORT OF OPTIONS THAT WILL ENABLE THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO TO BEST ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF SECONDARY WASTEWATER TREATMENT. CITY ENGINEER -d2 ~ INTERIM CITY MANAGER JI SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: 4/5THS VOTE: YES NO X BACKGROUND On December 12, 2006, by Resolution 2006-374, the City Council authorized the City's representative on the Metro Commission to vote in support of the strategy for concurrent filing of a waiver application and initiation of negotiations with the Environmental Protection Agency for a consent decree to comply with the requirements of the Act. Subsequently, during the two Metro Commission meetings held on December 14, 2006 and January II, 2007, this issue was considered and the Participating Agencies voted unanimously to recommend to the City of San Diego that the process to obtain another waiver enabling continued operation of the Point Lorna Wastewater Treatment Plant as an Advanced Primary Treatment Facility be initiated. However, the Commission members were unable to reach consensus on whether the City of San Diego should also initiate negotiations with the EP A on a Consent Decree. Since the Council had initially approved a resolution supporting specifically these two combined actions, staff wanted the Council to be updated on the latest developments. Given the fluidity and complexity of this situation, staff recommends that Council approve a resolution authorizing the City's representative to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because the agreement does not authorize any activity that will result in a physical change to the environment; therefore, 6-1 Page 2, Item &, Meeting Date 2/6/2007 pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION That City Council approve the Resolution authorizing the City of Chula Vista's representative on the Metro Commission to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION On December 14, 2006 the Metro Wastewater Commission/JPA considered the issue of the environmental permitting for the Point Lorna Wastewater Treatment Plant (PLWWTP). The Commission took input from members of the environmental community and other stakeholders and unanimously supported the recommendation that the City of San Diego initiate the process to obtain a new waiver from the Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) that will enable them to continue to operate the PL WWTP as an advanced primary treatment facility. However, the Commission was unable to reach consensus on whether to recommend that the City of San Diego also take the following additional actions: 1. Continue the enhanced ocean monitoring program as recommended by Scripps Institution of Oceanography; 2. Continue with the technical studies being conducted to optImIze Biological Aerated Filtration (BAF) technology and other emerging technologies which may reduce the cost associated with converting the PLWWTP to a secondary treatment facility; 3. Consider the use of the state and federal environmental review processes under CEQA (EIR) and NEP A (EIS) to determine whether environmental impacts to expand the PL WWTP would exceed harm caused by continuing to operate PL WWTP as an advanced primary treatment facility, and using those findings to drive future decisions regarding the permitting of the plant and 4. Initiation of negotiations with the EP A on a consent decree, which will clearly state milestones and a timeline to implement secondary treatment at the PLWWTP. Subsequently, at the January 11,2007, meeting, the Metro Commission/JPA considered this issue again and was still unable to reach consensus. Consequently, the vote on this issue was re- scheduled for the February 8, 2007 meeting. In the interim, the Commission agreed to draft and send a letter to the City of San Diego encouraging initiation of the waiver application. The letter will also outline other recommendations as will be determined at the February Metro Commission meeting. The issues still being discussed are outlined below: 6-2 Page 3, Item L.> Meeting Date 2/6/2007 1. Enhanced Ocean Monitoring Program: As a result of an agreement between the City of San Diego and the Bay Council concerning the last waiver renewal, Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) was asked to conduct a review of the PLWWTP ocean monitoring program. The review resulted in recommendations for enhancements to the program. Although not a. condition of the agreement, the City of San Diego, in consultation with the Metro Commission/JP A, has been voluntarily implementing the recommendations presented in the study. Whereas the City has already implemented many of the recommendations, in addition to the required regulatory monitoring requirements, the following additional ocean monitoring and related activities from the SIO study may also be voluntarily implemented during the next five year waiver period: . Deep ocean site characterization activities, phase II; . Sediment budget and transport studies; . Wastewater plume transport and dispersion studies; . Rapid micro-biological development study participation; . Completion of Endocrine Disrupting Compound assessment; . Final integration of Point Lorna Ocean Outfall and South Bay Ocean Outfall ocean monitoring programs into a regional program to insure linkage oflittoral cells and to account for regional input sources; and · Bio-markerlbio-indicator and sensitive fingerprinting technique assessment evaluation. Continuation of this enhanced program provides useful data that continues to support the observation that Point Lorna's advanced primary treatment discharge does not adversely impact the ocean. 2. Optimization of BAF and Other Emerging Technologies: Also a condition of the agreement with the Bay Council, Biological Aerated Filtration (BAF) was initially pilot tested at PLWWTP. The goal was to investigate the viability of this technology and its operational intricacies, and to ascertain if the PLWWTP effluent treated with BAF technology could meet the EP A requirements for secondary treatment. The pilot test was a success in achieving these goals. However, the test did not address optimizing the BAF technology regarding implementation and operation costs at PLWWTP, and it did not consider other emerging and innovative technologies. Prudent facilities planning would address these issues of optimizing new and innovative treatment technologies with the processes in place at PLWWTP in the event secondary treatment becomes necessary. Current estimates for the capital cost of implementation of this technology vary between $700 million to $1 billion. If the City of San Diego is allowed additional time to optimize the implementation of this technology, there is a possibility that the cost of implementation may be reduced to approximately $500 million. 3. Environmental Impact Analvsis: Environmental impacts related to acquiring additional land adjacent to the PLWWTP, constructing new treatment technologies, such as BAF, and the associated on-going impacts are not known at this time. Conducting both federal and state environmental analysis on possible impacts will provide a comparison of the environmental impacts among possible expansion alternatives with current operations, and also include the 6-3 Page 4, Item (p Meeting Date 2/6/2007 estimated costs of the possible alternatives. Completing these studies will allow the public an opportunity to review and comment on the alternatives and provide additional information when determining which alternative(s) to pursue regarding the operation of the PLWWTP. Hence the reason for considering the use of the ErR or EIS process in quantifying the impacts associated with either continuing to operate the plant under the current waiver or pursuing an upgrade. 4. EP A Consent Decree Negotiations: There are some participants who feel that the conversion of the PL WWTP to a secondary treatment facility is becoming almost inevitable. Those participants feel that the Metro Commission/JP A, in consultation with the City of San Diego, should begin working on establishing the criteria to be included in a possible consent decree with the EP A. In anticipation of a consent decree, the Metro Commission/JP A may want to identifY specific trigger points including, but not limited to: . A timeline to study, test, select and implement an acceptable technology; . Cost and economic criteria and/or limits; and . Interim activities to enhance ocean quality. CONCLUSION This issue is scheduled to be discussed by the Participating Agencies at the next regular Metro Commission/JPA meeting scheduled for February 8, 2007. At that meeting all the representatives of the various participating agencies are scheduled to vote on a wide range of issues related to secondary treatment. The outcome of that vote will determine the contents of the letter that will be sent from the Metro Commission to the City of San Diego. Staff is recommending that the Council authorize the City's representative to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. DECISION MAKER CONFLICTS: Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section l8704.2(a)(I) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT: None directly related to this action. Prepared by: Anthony Chukwudolue, Sr. Civil Engineer, Engineering Department J: IEngineerlAGEND A \CAS2007\02-13-07\ V ote- MetroCommission.lp. doc 6-4 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S REPRESENTATIVE ON THE METRO COMMISSION TO VOTE IN SUPPORT OF OPTIONS THAT WILL ENABLE THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO TO BEST ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF SECONDARY WASTEWATER TREATMENT. WHEREAS, City of Chula Vista's sewage is transported to the City of San Diego's [San Diego] Metropolitan Wastewater System, which serves the majority of jurisdictions in the San Diego regIOn, and ultimately ends up at the Point Lorna Wastewater Treatment Plant; and WHEREAS, at the Treatment Plant, the wastewater is treated to an "advanced primary treatment" level before it is discharged into the ocean; and WHEREAS, because there is general agreement that the advanced primary treated water is not negatively impacting the ocean and marine environment, San Diego has received a waiver from the Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] to the requirement to provide secondary treatment of wastewater as mandated by the Clean Water Act [CWA]; and WHEREAS, San Diego may have to transition to secondary treatment in the future; and WHEREAS, San Diego was considering concurrently initiating an application to renew the waiver and beginning negotiations with the EPA for an agreement, or consent decree, to comply with the requirements of CW A; and WHEREAS, the Metro Commission was created in 1997 as part of an agreement with San Diego to give participating agencies, including the City ofChula Vista, a means of providing input on discussions related to the operation and maintenance of the Metropolitan Wastewater System; and WHEREAS, on December 12, 2006, pursuant to Resolution No. 2006-374, the Council authorized Chula Vista's representative on the Metro Commission to vote in support of the strategy for concurrent initiation of an application to renew the waiver and to begin negotiations with EPA for an agreement, or consent decree, to comply with the requirements of CW A; and WHEREAS, at meetings of the Metro Commission on December 14, 2006 and January 11, 2007, the members of the Commission voted unanimously to encourage San Diego to initiate the process to renew the waiver but were unable to reach a consensus on other issues regarding the secondari treatment of wastewater; and 6-5 WHEREAS, staff seeks City Council's authorization for Chula Vista's representative on the Metro Commission to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City ofChula Vista that it authorizes the City of Chula Vista's representative on the Metro Commission to vote in support of options that will enable the City of San Diego to best address the issue of secondary wastewater treatment. Presented by Approved as to form by Scott Tulloch Director of Engineering ~~ Ann Moore City Attorney ',1~" ' " '~/l/V. , H:\ENGINEER\RESOS\Resosl007\02-06-07\Pllinl Lom::l Treatment Plant Metro Commission vote- ec,doc 6-6 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT ~f:. CITY OF ~H~ CHUlA VISTA 02/06/2007 Item "7f ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CALIFORNIA STATE FUNDS UNDER THE SAFE ROUTE TO SCHOOL PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $288,800 FOR THE "HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING" PROJECT. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A NEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT "HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING" (TF-347) AND APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS THEREFORE. SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: CITY ENGINEER P ;'0-< ~A: 5/ INTERIM CITY MANAGER f/I 4/5THS VOTE: YES X NO BACKGROUND On June 14,2005, the City Council authorized the filing of a grant application to the Safe Routes to School Program for funds to improve pedestrian facilities adjacent to Harborside Elementary School. City staff has been notified that our grant application has been approved. As a result, staff recommends that the City Council accept the grant program funds and authorize the appropriation of funds to a new CIP, "Harborside Elementary Traffic Calming" (TF-347). This project will install raised medians, flashing beacons, and other improvements to enhance pedestrian safety adjacent to Harborside Elementary. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 153301 (Existing Facility) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it involves installation of various traffic calming devices (crosswalk striping, speed signs, etc.) within an existing street. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. 7-1 RECOMMENDATION: That Council adopt the Resolutions: . Accepting California State Funds under the Safe Routes to School Program in the amount of $288,800 for the "Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming" Project and accepting the revenue to the State Grant Fund. 02/06/2007, Item~ Page 2 of3 . Approving the establishment of a new CIP, "Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming" (TF-347) and appropriating $298,800 within the State Grant Fund and $40,000 from the available balance of the Traffic Signal Fund. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION On July 28, 2006, the City was notified that it, along with 114 other applicants, had been awarded a grant from the Safe Route to School (SRZS) Program, funded through CalTrans. Over 370 projects had been submitted to the SRZS Program. Chula Vista's project is located near the intersection of Colorado Avenue and Naples Street, east of Industrial Boulevard, in front of Harborside Elementary School. Funding for this project is included in the 05/06 Fiscal Year SRZS Program Plan and, in order to receive the grant funds, the City must award the construction contract by September 30,2007. The scope of work in the grant application focuses on improving the pedestrian school route to Harborside Elementary by enhancing the mid-block crosswalk on Naples Street directly in front of the school with curb bulb-outs, in-roadway crosswalk lights, enhanced signage, additional pavement legends, and flashing beacons warning drivers of the crosswalk. The west side of Colorado Avenue was to receive 450 feet of new sidewalk and pedestrian ramps at the Naples Street intersection. In addition, a radar feedback speed limit sign along Naples Street near the school was to be installed to raise the awareness of truckers and other motorists regarding the posted speed limit. The pedestrian path at the trolley crossing was to be upgraded as well with trolley warning signage and limit lines. After the grant application was submitted, the property on the northwest corner of Colorado and Naples was redeveloped. As part of the redevelopment of the site, the developer, Health Advances, installed most of the missing curb, gutter, sidewalk, and pedestrian ramps, included in the grant application. These improvements were executed in accordance with Council Policy 563-02 "On Site Improvement Activity to Trigger Installation of Public Improvements." Also, after submittal of the grant application and per Council direction, staff installed some improvements that included solar powered flashing beacons and signage in front of the school. These improvements were funded through a $50,000 development requirement imposed upon the KIMCO/Costco development at the intersection of Naples Street and Broadway Avenue. KIMCO/Costco, as a condition of permit approval, provided the funds in order to mitigate potential traffic impacts near the school. The same funds were originally planned to provide the $50,000 match the City committed to in the grant application. The remaining amount ($10,000) will be applied towards the required grant match. Additionally required matching funds ($40,000) will be provided from the Traffic Signal Fund. 7-2 02/0612007, Item2 Page 3 of3 Staffrecommends accepting the award of the grant and appropriating funding as detailed in the Fiscal Impact section of this report and moving forward with the design of the remaining improvements discussed in the grant application. City staff has contacted CalTrans staff to explain some of the improvements have already been installed. While CalTrans has indicated that work already completed cannot be reimbursed from this grant award, they have indicated that other similar improvements can be considered for a modified project scope so that the full amount of grant funds can be expended. Staff will report back to Council once the design is complete and a construction contract is ready for award. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the property holdings of the City Council and has found no property holdings within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property that is the subject of this action. FISCAL IMPACT The grant application included a cost estimate for the project totaling $338,800. As described above, some of the improvements in this cost estimate have already been installed. During the design process, staff will work with Caltrans to apply the full grant award to further improve the pedestrian facilities adj acent to Harborside Elementary. This grant program requires a $50,000 funding match. Assuming we utilize the full grant amount, the fiscal impact will be as follows: ~~ Ii Traffic Signal Fee Fund: Account Nwnber 22500 $40,000 ~ H ' I (A portion of the City's obligation-cost share) '. Developer's Deposit; Account Nwnber DEI952 (KIMCOICostco '1' Ii remaining funds) I :1 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR THE PROJECT ~~""""""",--,--"""=--=-..""",---,,, $10,000 ; J-- $338,800 I ATTACHMENTS 1. Area Plat 2. Program Supplement No. C43 3. Resolution 2005-194 4. Cost Estimate Prepared by: Jim Newton, Senior Civil Engineer, Engineering Department J: \EngineerIA GENDA \CAS2007\02/06/2007\TF34 7 Agenda 7-3 ..... I .j>o z c c ~ ~ . " c NAPLES ST t--Sl-1&W16.9p "'\ o ~ C ~ C o ~ SIGNAL STANDARD 23-4-ll(}..35' WITH fOUR 3+12 INDIC.... liONS #5 PULL BOX (TYPICAL) KEEP CLEAR LEGEND NOT DRAWN TO SCAlE ~ S; , Z . < NOT DRAwN TO SCALE \ P1N-ON RAISED MEDiAN : (TYPICAL) l!!l 'l! DETAIL 31 . ASPHALT TREATMENT ON CROSSWALK HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL I "~"W"~9P\ NAPlESST CITY OF CHULA VISTA AREA PlAT FOR; -r DETAll21 il!l 4" WHITE PAINT ,. ~ , m " " o z ~ ~ o c ~ z . < 54-3, RADAR \"05<ON NAPlESST LJ:lDI> EXISTING SIGN TO REMAIN _ EXISTING SIGN TO BE REMOVEDIREPLACED . NEW SIGN 0-- EXISTING STREET LIGHTS EXISTING POWER POLE EXISTING CURB LINE EXISTING RIGHT OF WAY LINE -INSTAll NEW STRIPING . FURNISH AND INSTALL PULL BOX NOTE' AU. SCHOOL AREA SIGNS SHALL BE FlQURESCENT YELLOW GREEN (FYGj COLORING HARBORSIDE ELEllENT ARY SCHOOL -NAPLES STREET ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT I [)towing No. 00000-00 w.o. No. Tf 347 ATTACHMENT 2 Date:August 04,2006 Location: Il-SD-O-CHV Proj ect Number: SR2SL-5203(023) E.A. Number:11-956438 Locode : 5203 This PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT, effective '6 fLI /IY.D, hereby incorporates into the Administering Agency - State Agreement No. 000203 for State Funded Projects which was entered into between the ADMINISTERING AGENCY and the STATE with an effective date of 07/25/03 and is subject to all the terms and conditions thereof. This PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT is executed in accordance with Article I of the aforementioned Master Agreement under authority of Resolution No. I q (J,c, 0 approved by the ADMINISTERING AGENCY on (p -Il-'\l (See copy attached). PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. C43 to ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 000203 The ADMINISTERING AGENCY further stipulates that as a condition to the payment by the State of any funds derived from sources noted below encumbered to this project, it accepts and will comply with the Special Covenants and Remarks set forth on the following pages. PROJECT LOCATION: Naples 8t at Colorado Ave. near Interstate 5 TYPE OF WORK: enhance crosswalk, installing missing pedestrian facilities and calming veh Estimated Cost State Funds Matching Funds STATE $288,800.00 LOCAL OTHER $338,800.00 $50,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 CITY OF CHULA VISTA By ~~ 1'Z.../IQ/06 STATE OF CALIFORNIA Depar~t \f_:~ansportation. ~ By 'fL/ ,.--:.A-_ -L.:.d ~hief, Office of Project Implementation . Division of Local Assistance ~ J....... Date '1 ,VOC'7 I Date Title C...IT7 ~.2,..,~ Chapter udgeted funds are available for this encumbrance: I hereby certify upon my Accounting Officer Date ~~D1-00 $288,800.00 Item Program Fund Source AMOUNT 38 2005 2660-102-042 2005-2006 20.30.010.535 C 262040 042-T 288,800.00 Program Supplement OQ-0203-C43- SERIAL Page 1 of 5 7-5 ll-SD-O-CHV 08/04/2006 SR2SL-5203(023) SPECIAL COVENANTS OR REMARKS 1. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY will reimburse the STATE for the ADMINISTERING AGENCY share of costs for work requested to be performed by the STATE. 2. All obligations of STATE under the terms of this Agreement are subject to the appropriation of resources by the Legislature and the encumbrance of funds under this Agreement. Funding and reimbursement are available only upon the passage of the State Budget Act containing these STATE funds. 3. 1. This Program Supplement Agreement (PSA) is intended for Safe Route to School (SR2S) Program funded with State-only funding. Separate agreements are needed if PROJECT is also funded with any other STATE administered State or Federal funds. 2. The PROJECT will be administered in accordance with the SR2S Program Guidelines (LPP 02-01 effective March 11, 2002), as approved and amended, and the PROJECT Application. 3. This PSA allows reimbursement of eligible PROJECT expenditures to the ADMINISTERING AGENCY for which State funds are allocated. The effective State allocation date establishes eligibility for the ADMINISTERING AGENCY to start reimbursable work and seek reimbursement of funds. Any work done prior to the effective allocation date is not eligible for reimbursement from the SR2S funds. 4. The' STATE and ADMINISTERING AGENCY agree that SR2S funds available for reimbursement to the ADMINISTERING AGENCY by the STATE will be limited to the amount allocated and encumbered by the STATE. Any additional funds made available by future allocations will be encumbered on this PROJECT by use of a STATE approved Allocation Letter and Finance Letter. 5. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to submit to the STATE, Exhibit 24-B "Project Status Report" as required by the SR2S Program Guidelines. 6. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to encumber the funds under agreement and award the construction contract by June 30th of the fiscal year in which funds are programmed. For projects unable to meet this deadline, the ADMINISTERING AGENCY may request, in Program SupplementOO-0203.C43- SERIAL Page .2 of 5 7-6 ll-SD-O-CHV 08/04/2006 SR2SL-5203(023) SPECIAL COVENANTS OR REMARKS writing, a time extension from the District Local Assistance Engineer (DLAE). A one-time extension, for a maximum period of one year, may be granted by the DLAE. Projects unable to meet the new deadline may be dropped from the program. 7. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to provide contract award information to the STATE when submitting first invoice for this PROJECT. Attachment I of this PSA may be used for providing the necessary contract award information. 8. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to submit the "Report of Expenditures" to the DLAE within six (6) months after the project completion in accordance with Section 17.5 of the Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM). 9. The ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to follow all relevant State laws and requirements including the ,California Environmental , Quality Act (CEQA). 4. Any State and Federal funds that may have been 'encumbered for this project are only available for disbursement for a period of five (5) years and seven (7) years, respectively, from the, start of the fiscal year(s) that those funds were appropriated within the State Budget Act. All project funds not liquidated within these periods will revert unless an executed Cooperative Work Agreement extending these dates is requested and is approved by the California Department of Finance per Government Code Section 16304. The exact date of each fund reversion will be reflected in the approved finance letter(s) issued for this project. Notwithstanding the unliquidated sums of project specific State and Federal funding remaining and available to fund project work, any invoice for reimbursement that is not submitted to the Department on or before 60 days after that applicable fixed fund reversion date will not be paid from that fiscal year's encumbered funds because all of these unexpended funds will be irrevocably reverted by the Department's Division of Accounting on that date. Pursuant to a directive from the State Controller's Office and Program SupplementOQ-0203-C43- SERIAL Page 3 of 5 7-7 ll-SD-O-CHV 08/04/2006 SR2SL-5203(023) SPECIAL COVENANTS OR REMARKS the Department of Finance, the last date to submit invoices for reimbursed work in each fiscal year is May 15th in order for payment to be made out of those then current appropriations. Project work performed and invoiced after May 15th will be reimbursed only out of available funding that might be encumbered in the subsequent fiscal year, and then only when those funds are actually allocated and encumbered as authorized by the California Transportation Commission and the Department's Accounting Office. 5. Billing Cycle ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees to submit invoices in arrears for reimbursement of participating PROJECT costs at least once every six months commencing after the funds are encumbered for each phase by the execution of this PROJECT PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT or by STATE's future approval of an applicable Finance Letter. The total of all invoiced amounts claimed, plus any required matching funds, must not exceed the actual total cost allowable under .this. PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT for all authorized and completed PROJECT engineering work, right of way acquisition, and construction. If no costs have been invoiced for a six-month period, ADMINISTERING AGENCY shall submit a written explanation (with target billing date and target billing amount) of the absence of PROJECT activity. Should ADMINSTERING AGENCY fail to invoice for participating PROJECT costs incurred (including a written explanation when no invoice is submitted) within one year of the issuance of the PROJECT authorization to proceed by STATE or from the next invoice due date following the last PROJECT invoice, STATE may de-obligate and reassign to another party any unexpended Federal funds without notice to ADMINSTERING AGENCY. STATE may also not process any future request for authorization to proceed submitted by the ADMINSTERING AGENCY. Final Billing ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees that it shall submit the Final Invoice and Final Detail Estimate within 180 days of PROJECT completion. ADMINISTERING AGENCY's failure to submit these Program SupplementOO-0203-C43- SER~ Page 4 of 5 7-8 ll-SD-O-CHV 08/04/2006 SR2SL-5203(023) SPECIAL COVENANTS OR REMARKS documents will result in sanctions imposed upon ADMINISTERING AGENCY by STATE in accordance with Chapter 17.6, "Consequences For Non-Compliance", of the Local Assistance Procedures Manual. De-obligate Federal Funds for Construction Phase ADMINISTERING AGENCY agrees that if the estimated PROJECT construction cost is less than the obligated amount for construction by more than $50,000, that excess amount of federal funds initially obligated is subject to de-obligation by STATE once the project has been awarded by ADMINSTERING AGENCY. Program SupplementOO-0203-C43- SERIAL Page 5 of 5 7-9 ---' ~......" , RESOLUTION NO. 19290 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE OESIGNATION OFTHE DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER AS THE POSITION AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE. FOR AND IN BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ALL "PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT" AGREEMENTS AND RELATED DOCUMENTS. APPLICATIONS AND REQUESTS FOR REIMBURSEMENTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING CERTAIN FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY - STATE MASTER AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL AID PROJECTS NO. 11- 5203 WHEREAS. on June 17. 1997. the Chula Vista City Council approved the Administering Agency-State Master Agreement for Federal Aid Projects No. 11-5203: and WHEREAS. the Master Agreement provides the basis for all the transactions required through the State before Federal Aid funds can be released to the City; and WHEREAS. this resolution will authorize the Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute for and in behalf of the City of Chula Vista all "Program Supplement'; agreements and related documents. applications and requests for reimbursement for the purpose of obtaining certain federal financial assistance in accordance with said Master Agreement for Federal Aid Projects. NOW. THEREFORE. BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby approve the designation of the Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer as the position authorized to execute for and in behalf of the City of Chula Vista all "Program Supplement" agreements and related documents. applications and requests for reimbursement for the purpose of obtaining certain lederal financial assistance in accordance with the Administering Agency-State Master Agreement for Federal Aid Projects No. 11-5203. Presented by Approved as to form by .' ~MhIJ{,aJ!-Y'/) ..,f'?JOhn.{' Lippitt - / Publrc Works Director ------- ~~o .r61:rh M. Kaheny , / /ity Attorney /-1U .- Resolution 19290 Page 2 PASSED. APPROVED. and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista. California. this 8'" day of December. 1998. by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Davis. Moot. Padilla. Salas and Horton NAYS: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: None ABSTAIN: CouAcilmem-bers: None JU.a ~~t~' ~Z~ Shirley Horto . Mayor ATTEST: ~c (2~ Bel79rly.. A. l'I.uthelet. City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CITY OF CHULA VISTA I. Beverly A. Authelet. City Clerk of Chula Vista. California. do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 19290 was duly passed. approved. and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting of the Chula Vista CitY Council held on the 8'" day of December, 1998. Executed this 8'" day of December. 1998. ~ a !2~~ Beverly A. uthelet, City Clerk 7-11 ATTACHMENT 3 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-194 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR FUNDS TO IMPROVE PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES AT HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; AND CERTIFYING THE COMMITMENT OF MATCHING FUNDS WHEREAS, the Safe Route to School (SRlS) Program is a federal program that resulted from the passage and signing of Assembly Bill (AB)1475; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) establishes and administers the Program and has been directed to "use federal transportation funds for construction of bicycle and pedestrian safety and traffic calming projects;'; and .-. '., . WHEREAS, current regulations require that official applications be submitted in order for projects to be considered for funding; and WHEREAS, projects are chosen and then approved for funding after the applications have been evaluated and assigned a priority by CalTrans; and WHEREAS, there are high volumes of pedestrian students, parents, and vehicles during peak school hours on the streets serving Harborside Elementary School; and WHEREAS. trucks and other vehicular traffic from the adjacent Costco/WalMart commercial property and other businesses in the area routinely pass the school on Naples Street in order to access the shortest route to Interstate 5; and WHEREAS, available pedestrian facilities along Colorado A venue and Naples Street are limited or non-existent, including an unprotected mid-block crosswalk, parent drop-off area. and trolley crossing; and WHEREAS, the proposed project will improve the school route to Harborside Elementary by adding or upgrading pedestrian facilities in the area as well as providing signage, warning lights, and vehicle speed feedback signs to alert motorists; and WHEREAS. City staff recommends applying for project funding from the Safe Routes to School Grant Program to help meet project expenses; and WHEREAS, the City has on hand $50.000 required of Costco as a condition of permit approval to help mitigate anticipated traffic impacts near the school; and 7-12 Resolution No. 2005-194 Page 2 WHEREAS, grant requirements include Council certification that these funds are available to be used as a grant match and are committed for the project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby: I. Approve the filing of an application for local assistance funds from the Safe Routes to School Program for the Harborside Elementary School Pedestrian Facilities Project; and 2. Certify that the City has available, prior to commencement of any work on the projects, the $50,000 match. Presented by Approved as to form by ~.d;~~___ Sohaib Al-Agha City Engineer ~~~~(-t\~ Ann Moore ' City Attorney 7-13 Resolution No. 2005-194 Page 3 PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City ofChula Vista, California, this 14th day of June, 2005, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Castaneda, Davis, McCann, Rindone and Padilla NAYS: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: None 8~illa~~ . ATTEST: - _~JAAt\.l ~1 ~~ Susan Bigelow, MMC, City CI STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) CITY OF CHULA VISTA) I, Susan Bigelow, City Clerk of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2005-194 was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting of the Chula Vista City Council held on the 14th day of June, 2005. Executed this 14th day of June, 2005. --=, "J..J ....,. ~_U w..... l~~ Y Susan Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk 7-14 CITY OF CHULA VISTA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT \ TRAFFIC COST ESTIMATE ATTACHMENT 4 PROJECT TITLE: HARBORSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING SRZSL-5Z03 (OZ3) NAPLES STREET BETWEEN WOODLAWN AVE AND INDUSTRIAL BLVD ~ - ... ...._"___". "0. _. ~""_"'___""__".'__" PROJECT NUMBER: DATE: PREPARED BY: CHECKED BY: TF-347 JANUARY 10, Z007 MARl MALONG JAMES NEWTON ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT & THICK) 100 TONS' $115.00 $11,500.00 2 CRUSHED AGGREGATE BASE 100 TONS $50.00 $5,000.00 31 REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS I LS $5,000.00 $5,000.00 STRIPING-M ISCELLANEOUS I LS $5,000.00 $5,000.00 s'TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 LS $3,000.00 $3,00000 6 Z" PVC CONDUIT ZOO LF $30.00 $6,000.00 7 # 5 PULL Box 3 EACH $400.00 $1,20000 8 METER PEDESTAL I EACH i $10,000.00 $10,000.00 9 SIGNS 10 EACH $500.00 $5,000.00 10 BREAKAWAY POSTS Z EACH $ZOO.OO $400.00 11 Z3-4-80-35-00 SIGNAL STANDARD ON NEW FOUNDATION 1 LS $15,000.00 $15,000.00 121 FLASHING BEACONS 2' EACH $1,000.00 $2,000 00 131 PEDESTRIAN PUSH BUTTON Z' EACH $500.00 $1,000 00 14' CONCRETE ASPHALT CROSSWALK TREATED 400 SF $30.00 $12,000.00 15 CROSSWALK LIGHTING SYSTEM I LS $40,000.00 ' $40,000.00 16 PIN-ON CURB AND RAISED MEDIAN 164 SF $60.00 $9,840.00 17 STRIPING IN PAINT 700 LF $4.00 $2,800 00 18 STRIPING IN THERMOPLASTIC 80 LF $5.00 $400.00 19 PAVEMENT LEGEND Z EACH $300.00 $600.00 20 RADAR FEEDBACK SPEED SIGN 1 EACH $IZ,OOO.OO $12,000.00 21, IA SIGNAL STANDARD ON NEW FOUNDATION I EACH $Z,OOO.OO $2,000.00 i PROTECTION AND RESTORATION OF EXISTING 22 IMPROVEMENTS LS $4,000.00 23 OTHER IMPROVEMENT LS $75,651.00 229,391.00 338,799.65 NOTES: (-15 TF347WRK-PlN-COSTEST 01/10/2007 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CALIFORNIA STATE FUNDS UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $288,800 FOR THE "HARBORS IDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING" PROJECT. WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation (CaITrans) establishes and administers the Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program to fund the constntction of bicycle and pedestrian safety and traffic calming projects; and WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista applied for grant fi.mding through the SR2S program to improve pedestrian facilities adjacent to Harborside Elementary School; and WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista received word on July 28, 2006, that our grant application had been approved; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chuta Vista accepts California State Funds under the Safe Routes to School Program in the amount of $288,000 for the Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming Project and accepts the revenue to the State Grant Fund. Presented by Approved as to form by Scott Tulloch City Engineer .;1 T />/ .c <.....~"'-[. Ann Moore City Attorney ~~~ H:\ENGINEER\RESOS\Resos2007\02-06-07\TF-J47 HarborsiJe Elementary Accepting Grant Funds REVISED eC.doc 7-16 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A NEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT "HARBORS IDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC CALMING" (TF-347) AND APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS. WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) establishes and administers the Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program to nmd the construction of bicycle and pedestrian safety and traffic calming projects; and WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista applied for grant funding through the SR2S program to improve pedestrian facilities adjacent to Harborside Elementary School; and WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista received word on July 28, 2006, that our grant application had been approved; and WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista has accepted the SR2S Program grant funds in the amount of $288,800 to be applied towards the Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming Project; and WHEREAS, in compliance with the grant application, the City is obligated to provide $50,000 of matching funds to be applied towards the Project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City ofChula Vista that it approves the establishment a new Capital Improvement Project titled "Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming" (TF-347). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista appropriates $298,800 within the State Grant Fund based upon $288,800 from the Safe Routes to School Program and $10,000 based upon developer deposit revenue to the Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming Project (TF-347). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista appropriates $40,000 from the available balance of the Traffic Signal Fund to the Harborside Elementary School Traffic Calming Project (TF-347). Presented by Approved as to form by Scott Tulloch City Engineer ,1 ., ~ I f \~~ L/_,~ IlL /{~t:;; Ann Moore City Attorney H:\ENGINEER\RESOS\Resos2007\02-06-07\TF-J47 Harborsitle Elementary Appropriating Funds REVISED ec.doc 7-17 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT ;$\!.jf:.. ClIT OF .-- CHUIA VISTA 2/6/07, Item~ SUBMITTED BY: RESOLUTION RATIFYING CITY STAFF'S ACTION ON APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER WITH PORTILLO CONCRETE, INe. TO COMPLETE THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS, FY 2006 (JY-065L)" PROJECT DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVlqS~<i\-c DIRECTOR OF PUBy.eWORKS/y><J CITY MANAGER 'J ( ITEM TITLE: REVIEWED BY: 4/STHS VOTE: YES 0 NO ~ BACKGROUND On March 7, 2006 by Resolution No. 2006-070 the City of Chula Vista awarded the contract to Portillo Concrete, Inc. for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations, FY 2006 (JY- 065L)" project. During the course of construction, unforeseen circumstances caused an increase in quantities for the 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 set per Council Policy No. 574-01 (Attachment A). This policy allows City staff to conduct change orders to a maximum of 10% of the original contract amount ($7,411.00). Any changes orders beyond this amount would require City Council action. The total change order for this project is $13,000.00 ($5,589.00 requires City Council action). This change order was necessary due to the following: scope of work increase and in order to complete locations on Supplemental List 2 of the contract. It is the intent of staff to request that the City Council ratify the actions taken for this project as stated in said Council Policy. Funds are available in the project to complete the necessary change order work. No additional appropriations are needed to undertake this work. Approval of tonight's resolution will ratify staffs action approving the change orders totaling $13,000 ($5,589.00 requires City Council action) for said projects in accordance with the City Council Policy No. 574-01. 8-1 2/6/07, Item~ Page 2 of 3 ENVlRONMENTALSTATEMENT The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Act and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class I categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION That Council adopt the resolution. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION The sidewalk rehabilitation project, awarded to Portillo Concrete, Inc., consists of the removal and replacement of displaced curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways. The work includes excavation and grading, PCC sidewalks, driveways, curbs & gutters, asphalt concrete pavement, removal and disposal of existing improvements, traffic control, protection and restoration of existing improvements, other miscellaneous work, and all labor, material, equipment, and transportation necessary for the project. During the course of construction for the sidewalk rehabilitation project, the sidewalk/concrete replacement caused an increase in quantities beyond what was anticipated during the preparation of the project specifications for the project. The primary cause of the sidewalk/concrete improvement damage is due to city trees causing an uplift in the concrete improvements. In some cases, additional areas were repaired due to the failing areas being larger than what was initially determined during the preparation of the contract. In addition, to take advantage of the current unit prices for concrete repair, City staff directed Portillo Concrete, Inc. to complete all locations in Supplemental List 2 of the contract. The above-mentioned construction changes resulted in a change order that exceeds the Director of Public Works' authorized limits set per Council Policy No. 574-01. Said change order is approximately $13,000 and consists of the following: adjustments due to differences between design quantities and field conditions and additional scope of work to complete all locations of Supplemental List 2 of the contract. Staff directed the Contractor to proceed with the work for the following reasons: · The additional repair areas were necessary to adequately repair the damaged concrete improvements. · The postponement of Supplemental List 2 of the rehabilitation of the sidewalk/concrete rehabilitation would leave potential hazards due to the displacement of the concrete improvements (i.e. tripping hazards). · Delays in authorizing the work prior to obtaining City Council approval would have exposed the City to substantial claims by the Contractor for remobilization, insurance, bonds, and construction site maintenance, among other things. 8-2 2/6/07, Item~ Page 3 of 3 . Postponement of the work to a future contract would likely lead to a higher cost due to escalating unit prices. All locations in the Priority I and 2 lists were completed. Typically for sidewalk rehabilitation projects, locations are shown in Priority I and Priority 2 with the intent to complete Priority 2 locations only if funds remain in the project after completing Priority 1 locations. Since a substantial amount of funds remained in the project to complete all of Priority 1 and Priority 2 locations, staff directed the Contractor to complete all locations listed in the contract. Approval of the resolution will ratify staffs action approving the change order totaling a maximum of $13,000.00 for said project in accordance with the City Council Policy No. 574-01. This policy allows City staff to conduct change orders to a maximum of 10% of the original contract amount ($7,411.00). Any changes orders beyond this amount would require City Council action. The total change order for this project is $13,000.00 ($5,589.00 requires City Council Action). DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the property holdings ofthe City Council and has found no property holdings within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property, which is the subject of this action. FISCAL IMPACT There is no impact on the General Fund and no additional appropriations are necessary as the funds for these improvements have been provided for as part of the Sidewalk Rehabilitation CIF lY -065L. JY-065L CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT Original Contract Amount (Portillo Concrete, Inc.) $74,114.00 Change Order No.1 $13,000.00 TOTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT $87,114.00 ATTACHMENTS A. Council Policy No. 574-01 B. Priority 1 & Priority 2 Project Locations Prepared by: Jeff Maneda, Sr. Civil Engineer, General Services Department l:\Genera] Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\JY065\JY065L Change Order A It3 Rev 011807 .doc 8-3 ~, 1 !....' , " , ~ ' COUNCIL POLICY CITY OF CHULA VISTA SUBJECT: CHANGE ORDERS - DIRECTOR OF POLICY EFFECTIVE PUBLIC WORKS NUMBER DATE PAGE 574-01 12-12-00 10fl ADOPTED BY: Resolution No. 12507 I DATED: 06-03-86 AMENDED BY: Resolution No. 2000-335 (09-26-00), Resolution No. 2000-451 (12-12-00) RArKC-ROTTND During the course of work on many City public works projects, it becomes apparent that certain changes must be made in the contract to obtain the finished product in its desired form. PlJRPOSR Since most of these changes are of a minor nature which do not change the scope of the project or affect the public health, safety, or welfare, delegating limited authority to approve change orders would result in significantly expediting these public works projects. POT Trv The Director of Public Works is hereby delegated limited authority to approve change orders for work being done under City public works contracts, as follows: 1 All change orders, except for those change orders exceeding or causing the exceedence of the amounts specified herein, shall be processed and approved by the Director of Public Works in accordance with the applicable project specifications. 2. No individual change order shall increase or decrease the original contract amount by more than $50,000. 3. The aggregate amount of all change orders shall not increase the contract amount by more than the amount specified below: Original Contract Maximum Aggregate Increase in Change Orders Range Up to $100,000 10% of the original contract amount $100,000 to $1,000,000 $10,000 plus 7% of the original contract amount over More than $1,000,000 $100,000 $73,000 plus 5% of the original contract amount over $1,000,000 The Director shall also be authorized to increase the time allowed for contract completion in association with any change order granted under this policy 4 All change orders involving changes in the scope of project, increases of contract amounts greater than outlined above or aspects conceming the public health, safety, or welfare, shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration. In those cases where the City Manager and Director of Public Works determine that the public health and safety are involved or a substantial claim could be submitted by the contractor for delays, the City Manager may exceed the above amounts provided for both individual change orders or the aggregate amount of change orders. The change order shall be submitted to the Council at the next regular Council meeting for ratification. ',--. ~I-<~!;:::~~' A 8-4 JY-065L SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST 00 I 01 " mOnO o u.. Priority Street 4" S/W CIG/SW CIG/SW 6" DW CIG AC CRUSHED AGG SURVEY # Street # Name (SF) (LF) (SF) (SF) (LF) (TONS) BASE (TONS) MON. 1 376 Roman Way 120 16 -- - 2 557 Douglas Street 120 3 1078 East" J" Street 95 19 - 4 966 Nolan Way 240 -- ~- _. 5 325 East Moss Street 144 30 .. 6 649 East Naples Street 132 0- . 7 908 Melrose Avenue 175 72 8 938 ----,--. Wayne Avenue 144 9 - 903 Mesa Court 130 10 832 Stanford Avenue 55 ---- -- - 11 828 Stanford Avenue 60 -- 12 243 Madrona 50 8.0 13 1485/89 Helix Way 10 250 7.5 10 14 1451 Judson Way 80 15 1355 Theresa Way 6.0 -----. -'-- 16 1361 Theresa Way 60 15 n._ ._~- - 17 65 East Paisley Street 8.0 ---.. ._- n 18 202 East Palomar Street 140 19 103 East Oneida Street 52 48 20 /221 Melrose Avenue 60 21 1443 Friars Place 70 22 32 Rivera Place 85 East Paisley Street - 23 42 3.0 24 - --. 603 Date Avenue 5.0 25 67 EI Capitan Drive 120 26 27 EI Copitan Drive 88 30 27 26 EI Capitan Drive 80 - .. 28 23 EI Capitan Drive 180 15 --..- 29 16 EI Capitan Drive 6.0 )'0 :1 'r=-- o :c 1f: m .'" ::t I 1m JY-065L SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST ()) I en ". Mono bOO IJW Priority Street 4" S/W C/G/SW C/G/SW 6" DW C/G AC CRUSHED AGG SURVEY # Street # Name (SF) (LF) (SF) (SF) (LF) crONS) BASE crONS) MON. 30 648 Claire Avenue 120 31 175 Sierra Way 40 32 652 Carla Ave. 80 10 .. 33 57 Montebella St. 160 --.-. 34 1011 Oaklown Avenue (on Moss) 80 35 122 Jefferson Avenue 40 36 126 Jefferson Avenue 60 37 170 Brightwood (Preschool) 40 10 38 32 E Shasta St. on Carla Ave. 64 -- 39 633 I Street on Madison Ave. 32 40 379 East Naples Street 40 41 361 Montcalm Avenue 120 .. 42 695 Myra Avenue 80 43 688 Myra Avenue 88 44 685 Myra Avenue 80 45 684 Myra Avenue 140 46 681 Myra Avenue 40 47 680 Myra Avenue 80 48 893 Myra Avenue 120 49 893 Maria Way 100 50 889 Maria Way 88 51 883 Maria Way 88 52 894 Maria Way 60 53 898 Maria Way 80 54 903 Maria Way 60 55 931 Maria Way 60 56 937 Maria Way 120 1 JY-065L SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST (Xl I ...... " Mono D uw Priority Street 4" s/W C/GISW CIGISW 6" DW CIG AC CRUSHED AGG SURVEY # Street # Name (SF) (LF) (SF) (SF) (LF) (TONS) BASE (TONS) MON. 57 1033 Nolan Avenue 38 15 - 58 2014 Waterbury Circle 38 --~ -- 59 500 Block Telegraph Canyon Road 175 10 60 2146 New Haven Drive 128 24 --- 61 324 Surrey Drive 60 - 62 623 Lehigh Avenue 16 .- 120 -- t-- 63 1625 Gotham Street 64 881 Bueno Vista Way 225 - 65 4045 Bonita Road 90 80 66 Tel Cyn Rd, west of OLR 235 67 445 Second Avenue 60 40 66 561 G Street Inlet Repair 69 1065 Guntay Avenue Inlet Repair TOTALS 5632 28 180 793 268 7.5 10 1 ---. -, -- - JY -065L SIDEWALK REHABILIT A nON LIST 00 I 00 If funds remain in the contract. locations below may be added in the following prioritized order based on the contract unit prices " Mono o uvv Priority Street 4" SIW CIG/SW CIG/SW 6" DW CIG AC CRUSHED AGG SURVEY # Street # Name (SF) (IF) (SF) (SF) (IF) (TONS) BASE (TONS) MON. , 69 547 Second Avenue 200 78 19 70 1130 Paseo Marguerita 75 31 71 47 East Shasta St 140 20 72 974 Roca Place 60 73 759 Bajo Court 28 19 75 507 Jefferson 100 43 76 1082 Jefferson 40 80 725 Church Avenue 250 81 172 East Orlando Street 100 82 203 East Orlando Street 108 32 83 631 Penelope Drive 60 84 110 Mankato Street 84 17 85 31 East Sierra Way 120 86 1162 Oleander Avenue 52 87 688 Gretchen Rood 216 54 54 RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING CITY STAFF'S ACTION ON APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER WITH PORTILLO CONCRETE, INC. TO COMPLETE THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS, FY 2006 (JY-065L)" PROJECT WHEREAS, on March 7, 2006 by Resolution No. 2006-070 the City of Chula Vista awarded the contract to Portillo Concrete, Inc. for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations, FY 2006 (JY-065L)" project; and WHEREAS, during the course of construction, unforeseen circumstances caused an increase in quantities for the 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 set per Council Policy No. 574-01; and WHEREAS, the total change order for this project is $13,000.00 of which $5,589.00 requires City Council action; and WHEREAS, the change order was necessary due to the following: scope of work increase and in order to complete locations on Supplemental List 2 of the contract and; WHEREAS, funds are available in the project to complete the necessary change order work and no additional appropriations are needed to undertake this work; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Act and has determined that the proj ect qualifies for a Class I categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby ratify City staffs action on approving a change order with Portillo Concrete, Inc. to complete the "Sidewalk Replacement at various locations, FY 2006 (JY-065L)" project. Presented by Approved as to form by Jack Griffin Director of General Services ~'(~\ \I: Ann Moore City Attorney \ I., ,\-*,1'\ M:\General Services\GS Administration\Coundl Agenda\JY065\JY065L Reso for Change Order.doc 8-9 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT ~~ CITY OF -~ CHULA VISTA ITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: -"" (./ 2/06/07, Item ~ RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FY 2006-07 ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND 1 SDG&E ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE $708,750 FROM THE SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC PARTNERSHIP GRANT FOR VARIOUS CITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECTS AND AMENDING THE FY07 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, ESTABLISHING A NEW CIP PROJECT, "CITY FACILITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY (GG-I99)" AND APPROPRIATING GRANT FUNDS AS NECESSARY DIRECTOR OF GE~L SERVICES ~~_ CITY MANAGER 1/ 4/5THS VOTE: YES 18I NO D BACKGROUND On September 19, 2006, the City Council approved a 3-year grant agreement with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), which provides funding to the City for energy efficiency projects. Staff is requesting appropriation of calendar year 2006 and 2007 funding in the amount of $708,750. These funds will be used to retrofit and upgrade several City facilities with energy efficiency equipment and pay for related General Services staff costs. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Not applicable. RECOMMENDATION That Council adopt the Resolution and amend the FY 2006-07 Energy Conservation Fund 1 SDG&E Energy Partnership Program Budget and amend the FY 07 CIP Program to establish a new CIP project (GG-199) and appropriating calendar year 2006 and 2007 funding in the amount of $708,750 from the San Diego Gas and Electric Partnership Grant as follows: 9-1 2/6/07, Iteml Page 2 of 7 Year 1 Year 2 2-Year Total (2006) (2007) Enerzy Efficiency Projects (eIP): CIP Expenditure $297,933 $228,138 Estimated CIP Staff Costs $56,442 $126,237 Total $354,375 $354,375 $708,750 BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable DISCUSSION The Department of General Services has been allocated $354,375 annually for three years from the SDG&E Partnership Grant Program. These funds are to be used to implement energy efficiency projects for City facilities that will help reduce City energy costs. Chula Vista has over 100 City owned buildings or facilities that consume electricity and natural gas. The City has approximately 550 electricity and natural gas meters and uses an estimated 18 million kW-hrs of electricity and 800,000 therms of natural gas annually. The City's annual energy budget is approximately $3.4 million. The City's energy use is projected to increase by at least 5% in 2007, due to addition of new City buildings and infrastructure. The City's actual energy costs are also projected to increase due to rising energy rates. Although the City has aggressively pursued energy efficiency retrofits to reduce cost and meet its environmental goals, there are still many opportunities to improve how the City uses energy. This Grant component has the most flexibility in developing and implementing projects that produce kilowatt and therm savings, however the component still establishes some aggressive energy objectives. This component requires General Services to implement projects that reduce the City's energy use by up to 5% per year for a cumulative reduction of up to 15% by 2008 as compared to the 2005 energy use per square foot of building or facility. These objectives are made all the more challenging by the City's historical commitment to energy efficiency that already exceeds State efficiency standards by up to 20%. SDG&E and the CPUC have allowed the City to fund full-time staff in recognition that throughout the State, the lack of dedicated, expert personnel is the key barrier to developing and implementing projects with the greatest potential to demonstrate maximum energy efficiency. This component of the Grant enables the City to develop institutional expertise that will allow the City to manage projects and its energy use more effectively and consistently in the short term so that it can demonstrate the value of investing a portion of the future energy savings in staff and projects that build on that financial and environmental efficiency model. Staff is recommending a new Capital Improvement Project, GG-199 be established for energy efficiency projects. Several energy efficiency projects have been identified for implementation. A detailed list of eligible projects including savings and cost is attached. Combined these projects will generate an annual savings of $99,608 and 882,846 KWH and 393,041 Ibs per year in CO2 reductions. 9-2 2/6/07, Iteml Page 3 of 7 ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECTS SUMMARY Staff has worked with SDG&E and the San Diego Regional Energy Office (SDREO) to identify eligible energy efficiency projects, which will generate sustainable energy savings in a cost effective manner. Retrofits are proposed at both Lorna Verde and Parkway Recreation Facilities and the Police Building. The cost to upgrade these facilities is $407,880 less possible rebates and incentives estimated at $140,660. The total available for energy efficiency projects from the 2006 and 2007 allocations is $566,071. The remaining funds of $158,191 will be used for energy upgrades to the John Lippitt Public Works Center. The rebate and incentive savings of $140,660 will be used to complete various smaller scale projects such as but not limited to T -8 lighting replacements, ball field lighting, pools and pump lighting and replacement of recreational facility lighting fixtures. Staff is currently working with SDREO to evaluate the cost effectiveness and energy savings associated with these projects. The final year of the grant (2008) makes another $354,375 available for projects and associated staffing requirements. It is staffs intent to administer and complete the various projects described above via the City's Capital Improvement Program, whereby a new Capital Improvement Project (GG-199) is proposed to be established. The following is a summary of energy projects proposed to be completed using the SDG&E Partnership funds: NEW PROJECTS Lorna Verde The grant funding will be used to install a variable frequency drive (VFD) on the pool circulation pump at Lorna Verde and retrofit/replace lighting. This project will result in an annual electrical savings of 111,489 kilowatts per hour (KWH) and 89,750 lbs per year in CO2 reductions for a net savings of $13,118 annually. The cost to implement this project is estimated at $24,764 after rebates and incentives. Parkway The grant funding will be used to install a premium efficient motor and VFD on the pool circulation pump and retrofit/replace lighting. This energy efficient project will result in an annual electrical savings of 101,751 KWH and 81,911 Ibs per year in CO2 reductions for a net savings of $11,490 annually. The cost to implement this project is estimated at $31,230 after rebates and incentives. Police Facility The SDG&E Partnership funding will be used to make the HV AC system at the Police Facility more efficient. The project will include retrofit of the turbocore, installation of a hatman loop and airside balancing. The installation of this energy efficient equipment will result in an energy savings of 669,606 KWH for a net savings of$89,594 annually. 9-3 2/6/07, Iteml Page 4 of7 John Lippitt Public Works Center Certain potions of this project have been completed and energy incentives have been reimbursed. A total of 4 variable frequency drives (VFD) were added to the ventilation system and 2 were retrofitted for the exhaust fans in the Administration building of the Public Works Center. The remaining aspects of these projects are being reevaluated and submitted for additional incentives under new SDG&E and San Diego Regional Energy Office programs. The scope includes replacement of metal halide lighting with new T -8 lamps and ballast, installation of additional skylights with lighting controls, installation of AlC units to reduce run time on main HV AC chillers and possible redesign of shop heaters to reduce run time on heating units and pumps. Numerous projects have recently been completed by General Services resulting in energy savings. These projects include: EXISTING/ONGOING PROJECTS Vendinz Miser Installations Vending machine misers have been were recently installed on 47 vending machines throughout the City. The estimated annual energy savings is 46,105 (KWH) for an annual savings of $6,166 and 37,115 lbs per year in CO2 reductions. Civic Center Proiect Recently completed is Phase II of the Public Service Building. Energy efficiency upgrades include installation of a Self-Generation Photovoltaic system up to 30 KWH and Savings by Design of 44,771 KWH. The City saved 141,195 KHW and 3,239 therms from "Savings by Design" at the Civic Center Project Phase I (City Hall) Phase III of the Civic Center (Building 300) will produce additional "Savings by Design" energy savings of86,727 KHW and 1015 therms annually. Police Department Additional energy audits and possible retrofits to chiller plant are being evaluated. Since the opening of the Police Facility, General Services/HV AC staff has generated a savings of close to $54,000 over the last two years in energy costs as a result of equipment adjustments and monitoring. 9-4 2/6/07, Iteml Page 5 of 7 STAFF COSTS AND REIMBURSEMENTS The California Public Utilities Commission (pUC) provides the funding for the SDG&E Partnership program. The funds are designated for projects that reduce City energy consumption and directly related staffing costs. It is the PUC's and SDG&E's desire that recipients of the grant establish dedicated staff positions to manage, plan and implement energy efficiency projects. It is staffs desire as well to establish such a dedicated position, however, in light of the budget constraints facing the City, staff is recommending the issue of creating a new position be deferred until the final year of the grant allocation in 2008. In the interim, existing positions within General Services will be used to implement the projects identified above. The Department of General Services is confident that staffing resources can be stretched and maintenance schedules altered for a short duration of time to successfully complete the projects. In the short term this will both meet program goals of the grant and have a positive impact to the General Fund. This solution provides short-term results, and serves as a temporary measure until such time as the City is able to add an Energy Projects Manager position to administer energy efficiency proj ects, sustain energy savings and focus on curtailing future City facility energy costs. Chula Vista is one of a few cities chosen throughout the State by the PUC and SDG&E to model and test if the investment in staff will result in sustain and expanded energy conservation beyond the grant period. These agencies are providing the initial "seed" funds to put in place a program and related staff, systems and practices that continue the initial energy savings and continuously identify and expand energy conservation savings. They recognize that the lack of available dedicated staff has been an impediment to the success of previous programs. In recent years, the number of City-owned facilities has grown significantly. The recent growth in new facilities coupled by aging City facilities has had a significant impact on available City staff resources. The Operations Division of General Services (specifically, Construction and Repair) now manages a portfolio of 118 facilities with no major facility maintenance program. The SDG&E Energy Partnership Grant provides the City a unique opportunity to link resources to improve energy efficiency of City facilities and equipment as well as address HV AC and electrical facility maintenance issues. Existing General Services Operations staffing has remained relatively the same despite the addition of new facilities and maintenance requirements of aging City facilities. 2008 Grant Funding In 2008, the grant allocation will be $354,375. Like the prior two years, this funding can be used to complete additional energy projects and, if feasible, add a new position: Energy Projects Manager. Staff believes that in order to continue this effort in the long-term, this position is necessary. The SDG&E Partnership Grant will pay for the first year costs of the position. The ongoing annual cost at Estep of the position is $103,237 (salaries & benefits). Assuming that the grant is not extended beyond 2008, staff is confident that the savings generated heretofore, by the planned projects discussed above and by future projects will more than off-set the on-going costs of the position. For example the combined savings of the Lorna Verde, Parkway and the Police Facility energy efficiency upgrades will generate an annual savings of $100,220. While it is the desire of staff to see the City realize these savings within the overall City budget and not 9-5 2/6/07, IteDl~ Page 6 of7 have them offset by new staff costs, it will not be the recommendation of General Services to continue to divert existing maintenance and repair related staff to this effort at the expense of the ongoing maintenance of City facilities. Staff anticipates the position will continue to generate enough offsets from energy audits, monitoring and various other energy efficiency upgrades. This will both minimize the cost of the position to the General Fund and have a positive impact on the General Fund as well as the environment. The proposed position would plan, organize and direct the Energy Services Program activities, including the development and implementation of program goals and objectives. The position would conduct and maintain an inventory of City facilities and equipment to improve energy utilization. The Energy Project Manager will prepare energy calculations, schematics and coordinate preliminary design and installation work for proposed energy proj ects as well as identifY energy efficiency equipment on City capital projects. The position will conduct and coordinate on-site energy audits and meet with department representatives to discuss energy management and conservation issues and proj ects. It is also proposed that this position would investigate and resolve energy efficiency issues associated with design interpretation and/or contract or equipment warrantees and performance. This position would also analyze and prepare reports related to the evaluation of energy utilization of City facilities and equipment as well as maintain energy records. Currently, there is no centralized review or management of utility costs in the City. Staff anticipates that sufficient savings will be generated for an ongoing offset of costs associated with the addition of this position after the grant funding has been exhausted. The cost of the position will be paid for from the grant allocation and offset by future savings resulting from utility savings. The cost effectiveness of the position will be monitored annually via the budget process. Staff has worked with Human Resources to establish the appropriate classification and salary for this position. If approved by the City Council in 2008, this new position will be added to the middle manager classification schedule. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 18704.2(a)(I) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT The Department of General Services has been allocated $354,375 annually for three years from the SDG&E Partnership grant program. Staff is recommending appropriation of 2006 and 2007 grant funding in the amount of $708,750. Acceptance of funds will have a positive impact on the General Fund: . It provides $526,071 for a new Capital Improvement Project, "City Facility Energy Efficiency (GGI99)." This CIP will enable staff to implement the Lorna Verde; Parkway, Police Facility and John Lippitt Center energy efficiency projects identified above and fund other energy efficient retrofits and equipment for City facilities. Currently, no funds are designated for this purpose and major facility maintenance is prolonged and conducted on an emergency basis. 9-6 2/6/07, Item--L Page 7 of7 . The grant reimburses staff costs (various General Services staff, electrician and HV AC staff time) associated with implementation of the energy efficient proj ects. The total staff time reimbursement is estimated at $182,679. The Grant Agreement provides for full reimbursement to the City for implementation costs on a quarterly basis. The grant is expected to produce energy savings for City facilities that will phase in over the grant term, and continue beyond the Agreement. ATTACHMENTS Attachment I - Energy Projects Detail Prepared by: Jracsema Quilantan, Deputy Director, Department afGeneral Services M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\SDG&E Grant\Rev SDGE Grant Energy Projects 2..Q6~07.doc 9-7 Install a VFO on the pool circulation pump 93,435 0.0 10,0 $9,388 $14,000 $7,510 $6,490 0,7 75,217 2 Retrofil/Replace lighting 18,054 0.0 11.0 $3,730 $20,440 $2,166 $18,274 4.9 14,534 3 Use Pool Cover x 50% x $0 $0 none $0 Immediate unknown Totals 111,489 estimated 21.0 $13,118 $34,440 $9,676 $24,764 1.9 89,750 CD I Install a premium efficient motor on the CO 8,971 0.0 1.2 $955 $2,000 $1,076 $924 1.0 7,222 pool circulation pump 2 Install a VFO on the pool circulation pump 49,440 00 0.0 $2,243 $8,750 $5:933 $2,817 1.3 39,800 3 RetrofiVReplace UghUng 43,340 0.0 25.2 $8,292 $32,690 $5,201 $27,489 3.3 34,889 4 Use Pool Cover x 50% x $0 $0 none $0 immediate unknown Totals 101,751 esUmated 26.4 $11,490 $,43,440 $12,210 $31,230 2.7 81,911 ~ ...., > (') ~::P g;~ ~2: a...., .." "'..... CV _ GenServ _Energy Opportunities 2006-2007 r~ Est. Exisllng Hartman Energy Usage Demand Ga. Energy Est. Est. SDRED Final cost Simple Tofal Tonnage Full/Dad Annual Costs Implementa BID after Idea Eft. LOOP Eft. Savings Savings Savings Payback (foils) hours Load Savings lion Cost Incentive Incentive 0 (ton-hrs) (kW/ton) (kW/ton) (kWhlyr) (kW) (therma) ($/yrl ($) ($) ($) (yr.) Inslall VAV air- 434 handler oplimization n.a n.a. n.a. n.a. 220,968 25.2 14,463 $37,146 $60,000 $42,506 $37,494 1.01 (TRAV VS. current 24/7 operation) 2 434 1,209 524,343 1.31 0.46 448,637 54.0 0 $52,446 $250,000 $76,268 $173,732 3.31 Extended Totals kWh Savings 882,846 Therms Demand 14,463 127 Annual $ SaY $99,608 Incentive $140,060 City $ $283,483 CO, 393,041 Total Cost $407,880 PayBack 2.8 CD I CD This report was prepared as a result of work sponsored by the California Public UtiJiUes CommIssion (Commission). It does not necessarily represent the views of the Commission, its employees, or the Slat~ of California. The Commission, the State of California, ils employees, contractors, and subcontractors make no warranty, express or Implied, and assume no legal liability for the Information in this report; nor does any party represenlthat the use of this information will not infringe upon privately owned rights. This report has not been approved or disapproved by the Commission nor has the Commission passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of the information in this report. Mention of trada names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation of use. CV_GenServ_Energy Opportunities 2006-2007 ;> >-3 >-3 ;> ('l ;;>= f,)~ ",trl 02 .,,>-3 "'..... RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FY 2006-07 ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND I SDG&E ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE $708,750 FROM THE SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC PARTNERSHIP GRANT FOR VARIOUS CITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECTS AND AMENDING THE FY07 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, ESTABLISHING A NEW CIP PROJECT, "CITY FACILITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY (GG- 199)" AND APPROPRIATING GRANT FUNDS AS NECESSARY WHEREAS, on September 19, 2006, the City Council approved a 3-year grant agreement with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), which provides funding to the City for energy efficiency projects; and WHEREAS, the Department of General Services has been allocated $354,375 annually for three years and staff is requesting appropriation of calendar year 2006 and 2007 funding in the amount of $708,750; and WHEREAS, these funds are to be used to implement energy efficiency projects for City facilities that will help reduce City energy costs; and WHEREAS, Chula Vista is one of a few cities chosen throughout the State by the PUC and SDG&E to model and test if the investment in staff will result in sustain and expanded energy conservation beyond the grant period; and WHEREAS, $566,071 of the funds are for a new Capital Improvement ~roject, "City Facility Energy Efficiency (GGI99)" which will enable staff to implement the Lorna Verde; Parkway, Police Facility and John Lippitt Center energy efficiency projects and fund other energy efficient retrofits and equipment for City facilities; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby amend the FY 2006-07 Energy Conservation Fund I SDG&E Energy Partnership Program to appropriate $708,750 from the San Diego Gas and Electric Partnership Grant for various City energy efficiency projects and amending the FY07 Capital Improvement Program, establishing a new CIP Project, "City Facility Energy Efficiency (GG-199)" and appropriating grant funds as necessary. Presented by . /)'~lj'J~) \..n~M-oo -to \(itY Attorney Jack Griffin Director of General Services J:\General Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\SDG&E Grant\SDGE Reso IOI-23-07.doc 9-10 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT :$'Yf:. (In' OF == CHULA VISTA 2/6/07, Item_ ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA FY 2007-JY065M" PROJECT TO PETER'S CONCRETE COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 82,833.50 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL A V AILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: DIRECTOR OF GEr SERVICES),..2} CITY MANAGER d/ \j . 4/5THS VOTE: YES 0 NO ~ BACKGROUND On January 31,2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations within the City ofChula Vista, California FY 2007-JY065M" proj ect. The proj ect 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. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 2 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the State CEQA Guidelines because the proposed sidewalk improvements involve the replacement of existing facilities with new facilities in the same location and of substantially the same purpose and capacity. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION That Council accept bids and award the contract for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations within the City of Chula Vista, California FY 2007-JY065M" project to Peter's Concrete Company, of Red lands, CA for $ 82,833.50. 10-1 2/6/07, ItemJ.L Page 2 of 3 BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION On January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations within the City ofChula Vista, California FY 2007-JY065M" project. The work consists of the removal and replacement of displaced curbs, gutters, sidewalks, curb inlets, and driveways. The work includes excavation and grading, PCC sidewalks, driveways, curbs & gutters, asphalt concrete pavement, removal and disposal of existing improvements, traffic control, protection and restoration of existing improvements, other miscellaneous work, and all labor, material, equipment, and transportation necessary for the project. The annual Public Works Operations Street Maintenance budget includes funds for this project. This contract covers the FY2006-2007 maintenance budget. Engineering staff prepared plats, specifications, and advertised the project. The City received bids from four (4) contractors as follows: CONTRACTOR BID . Peter's Concrete Company $82,833.50 New Century Construction Company $91,799.50 Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. $91,882.85 Tri-Group Inc. $98,911.00 The low bid by Peter's Concrete Company is below the Engineer's estimate of $92,000.00 by $9,166.50 or 10%. Peter's Concrete Company has not done any capital improvement projects in the city. Staff has contacted the references provided by the contractor. Staff has reviewed the low bid and recommends awarding the contract to Peter's Concrete Company of Redlands, CA, for $82,833.50. Attachment "A" shows the specific work to be done at each location and approximate quantities of sidewalk, curb, gutter, and driveway to be installed. The list also shows the locations being postponed for another year. Approximately 20% of proposed work is in the Montgomery area, 75% west ofI-805 but not in Montgomery, and 5% east ofI-805. In addition, this resolution authorizes the expenditure of the available contingencies for the project. According to City Council Policy No. 574-01, if a change order exceeds the cumulative contract change order aggregate amount allowable to be approved by the Director of Public Works Operations, City Council approval is required. However, approval of tonight's resolution will increase the Director of Public Works Operations' authority to approve change orders as necessary up to the total contingency amount. Authorization to expend all available 10-2 2/6/07, ItemJlL Page 3 of3 contingencies will allow us to remove and replace as many damaged concrete improvements as possible using the available funds in the project. Disclosure Statement Attachment "B" is a copy of the contractor's Disclosure Statement. Wage Statement The source of funding for this project is Gas Tax Funds. Contractors bidding this project were not required to pay prevailing wages to persons employed by them for the work under this project. Disadvantaged businesses were encouraged to bid through the sending of the Notice to Contractors to various trade publications. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the property holdings of the City Council and has found a conflict exists, in that Councilmember Castaneda has property holdings within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property, which is the subject of this action. FISCAL IMPACT FUNDS REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION A. Contract Amount $82,833.50 B. Contingencies (aoprox. 15%) $17,166.50 TOTAL FUNDS REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION $100,000.00 FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR CONSTRUCTION A. Gas Tax (16731-6401) $100,000.00 TOTAL FUNDS A V AlLABLE FOR CONSTRUCTION $100,000.00 Staff costs for design and inspections, estimated at $20,000.00, will be offset by the General Fund. The contract amount of $82,833.50 plus the contingencies ($17,166.50) for a total construction cost of $100,000.00, which is for street maintenance and construction, will be funded from the Street Maintenance account of the Gas Tax fund. Upon completion of the project, the improvements will require only routine City street maintenance. ATTACHMENTS A - Table - Location of Work B - Contractor's Disclosure Statement Prepared by: Jeff Moneda, Sr. Civil Engineer, General Services Department M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council AgendaIJY065IJY065M\GTSW07 Award Al 13 Jan 2007.doc 10-3 ~ C) I "'" GTSW07 SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST ~ et. "- ~ III w ~ III ~ >- ~ N C'. 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I I _____1 _______J__ ______L _ _ ______m___+___________ 3 locations ~ C) I co ATTACHMENT P THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Pursuant to Council Policy 101-01, prior to any action upon matters that will require discretionary action by the Council, Planning Commission and all other official bodies of the City, a statement of disclosure of certain ownership or fmancial interests, payments, or campaign contributions for a City of Chula Vista election must be fIled. The following information must be disclosed: I. List the names of all persons having a financial interest in the property that is the subject of the application or the contract, e.g., owner, applicant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier. yo, I., i 2. If any person* identified pursuant to (I) above is a corporation or partnership, list the names of all individuals with a $1000 investment in the business (corporation/partnership) entity. hili , ' 3. If any person* identified pursuant to (I) above is a non-profit organization or trust, list the names of any person serving as director of the non-profit organization or as trustee or beneficiary or trustor of the trust. ~ /1 4. Please identify every person, including any agents, employees, consultants, or independent contractors you have assigned to represent you before the City in this matter. nit; I' 14 M:\GENERAL SE RVICES\DESIGNIJY065M\JY065M-CONTRACT.DOC 10-9 5. Has any person" associated with this contract had any fmancial dealings with an official"" of the City ofChula Vista as it relates to this contract within the past 12 months? Yes_NoL , n JC} I ' If Yes, briefly describe the nature of the financial interest the official"" may have in this contract. \'1/e1 6. Have you made a contribution of more than $250 within the past twelve (12) months to a current member of the Chula Vista City Council? Yes No t If Yes, which Council member? (\ /., 7. Have you or any member of your governing board (i.e. Corporate Board of DirectorslExecutives, non-profit Board of Directors made contributions totaling more than $1,000 over the past four (4) years to a current member of the Chula Vista City Council? Yes_No -( If Yes, which C~l;il member? 8. Have you provided more than $300 (or an item of equivalent value) to an official"" of the City ofChula Vista in the past twelve (12) months? (This includes being a source of income, money to . retire a legal debt, gift, loan, etc.) Yes _ No r If Yes, which official"" and what was the nature of item provided? 'Y\ 1'1 I Date: 1-3t7-0+ ;k~~ . !fgnature of Contractor! Applicant ~,\'\'O ~ /./C\/e-7 int or type name of Contractor/ApplIcant " Person is defined as: any individual, firm, co-partnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal organization, corporation, estate, trust, receiver, syndicate, any other county, city, municipality, district, or other political subdivision, -or any other group or combination acting as a unit. "" Official includes, but is not limited to: Mayor, Council member, Planning Commissioner, Member of a board, commission, or committee of the City, employee, or staff members. IS M:\GENERAL SERVICESIDESIGN\JY065M\JY065M-CONTRACT.DOC 10-10 RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND A WARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA FY 2007-JY065M" PROJECT TO PETER'S CONCRETE COMPANY, OF REDLANDS, CA IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 82,833.50 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT WHEREAS, on January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations within the City of Chula Vista, California FY 2007-JY065M" project; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 2 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the State CEQA Guidelines because the proposed sidewalk improvements involve the replacement of existing facilities with new facilities in the same location and of substantially the same purpose and capacity and no further environmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, the low bid by Peter's Concrete Company, of Red lands, CA for $82,833.50, is below the Engineer's estimate of $92,000.00 by $9,166.50 or 10%. Peter's Concrete Company has not previously done any capital improvement projects in the city. Staff contracted the references provided by Peter's Concrete Company and all contacted parties said its works has been satisfactory; and WHEREAS, City Council Policy 574-01 authorizes the Director of Public Works Operations' to approve change orders as necessary up to 10% of the contract amount. This resolution would authorize the Director of Public Works Operations to approve changes up to the total contingency amount. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby accept bids and award the contract for the "Sidewalk Replacement at Various Locations within the City of Chula Vista, California FY 2007-JY065M" project to Peter's Concrete Company of Redlands, CA for $ 82,833.50. 10-11 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby authorize the Director of Public Works Operations to approve change orders up to the total contingency amount. Presented by Approved as to form by ~k\1\-'(~ Ann Moore \ City Attorney Jack Griffin Director of General Services M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council AgendaVY065VY065M\OTSW07 Reso for Award.doc 10-12 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT ~\~ CITY OF -~ CHULA VISTA 2/6/07, Item--li- ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FY 06-07 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL- 295)" PROJECT TO KOCH-ARMSTRONG GENERAL ENG. INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $154,169.30 AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXPEND ALL AVAILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT. SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INTERPROJECT TRANSFERS FROM EXISTING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FY 06-07 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL-295)" PROJECT. DIRECTOR OF GE~ SERVICES (j.JJ-. CITY MANAGER VI 4/5THS VOTE: YES [gI NO 0 BACKGROUND On January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL-295)" project. The project was included in the budget to remove and replace curbs, gutters, sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, cross gutter and driveways displaced by differential settling, tree roots, etc., on various City streets. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion (subject to 58.5) pursuant to Section 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations 58.35(a), subsection 1 [Acquisition, repair, improvement, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of public facilities & improvements; e.g. curbs, sidewalks, repaving streets] and has also reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical 11-1 2/6/07, Item-LL Page 2 of 6 exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION That Council adopt the resolutions. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION On January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL-295)" project. The work consists of the removal and replacement of displaced curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways. The work also includes excavation and grading, PCC sidewalks, driveways, curbs & gutters, cross gutter, pedestrian ramps, removal and disposal of existing improvements, traffic control, other miscellaneous work, and all labor, material, equipment, and transportation necessary for the proj ect. Engineering staff prepared plans, specifications, and advertised the project. The City received bids from four (4) contractors as follows: CONTRACTOR BID Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. $154,169.30 New Century Construction, Inc. $175,358.10 Tri-Group Construction, Inc. $185,351.00 Romero General Construction $252,240.10 The low bid by Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. is below the Engineer's estimate of $186,222.80 by $32,053.50 or 17%. Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. has done several capital improvement projects in the city, and its work has been satisfactory. Staff has reviewed the low bid and recommends awarding the contract to Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. of Lakeside, CA, for $154,169.30. Attachment "A" shows the specific work to be done at each location and approximate quantities of sidewalk, curb, gutter, and driveway to be installed. The list also shows the locations being postponed for another year. Approximately 75% of proposed work is in the Montgomery area, 25% west ofI-805 but not in Montgomery, and 0% east ofI-805. In addition, this resolution authorizes the expenditure of the available contingencies for the project. According to City Council Policy No. 574-01, if a change order exceeds the cumulative contract change order aggregate amount allowable to be approved by the Director of Public Works Operations, City Council approval is required. However, approval of tonight's resolution 11-2 2/6/07, Item1L- Page 3 of 6 will increase the Director of Public Works Operations' authority to approve change orders as necessary up to the total contingency amount. Authorization to expend all available contingencies will allow us to remove and replace as many damaged concrete improvements as possible using the available funds in the project. Contingencies in the amount of $23,125.40 (15% of the contract amount) will be used for any necessary change orders and/or completing locations in the supplemental list of rehabilitation locations in the project. In addition, remaining funds in the project ($89,688.30) will also be used to complete additional rehabilitation locations in the supplemental list (see Table A). Disadvantaged Business Enternrise Goal The bid documents set forth participation requirements per Federal Regulation for meeting the disadvantaged and women-owned business goals. Jose Dorado, Community Development Specialist, has reviewed the bid documents submitted by the three (3) lowest bidders. His conclusion is that the lowest bidder, Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc., meets the City's Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MBElWBE) goals and Federal law. Staff also reviewed Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. eligibility status with regard to federal procurement programs and the status of the State contractor's licenses. Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. is not listed as excluded from Federal Procurement Programs (list of parties excluded from Federal procurement or non-procurement programs as of February, 2007). Disclosure Statement Attachment "B" is a copy of the contractor's Disclosure Statement. Wage Statement The source of funding for this project is Community Development Block Grant Funds. This project is covered by the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts. The Davis-Bacon Act requires the payment of prevailing wage rates to all laborers and mechanics employed for the work under this project. Prevailing wage rates are those determined by the U.S. Department of Labor or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. lnternroiect Transfers With respect to the project transfers, the projects from which the transfers will be made from have been identified as either complete and/or scope of work is the same work as described for STL295. Thus, at this time staff is recommending transferring a total amount of $279,726 from existing CDBG funded projects to STL-295 as outlined under Fiscal Impact. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the property holdings ofthe City Council and has found no such holdings within 500' of the property which is the subject of this action. 11-3 2/6/07, Item~ Page 4 of 6 FISCAL IMPACT FUNDS REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION A. Contract Amount $154,169.30 B. Contingencies (approx. 15%) $23,125.40 C. Funds Available for Supplemental List of Rehab Locations (Table A) $89,688.30 D. Staff Costs (Design & Survey) $90,400.00 E. Staff Costs (Inspection) $20,000.00 F. Environmental and Soil Testing $6,000.00 TOTAL FUNDS REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION $383,383.00 FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR CONSTRUCTION A. STL-295 Sidewalk Removal and Replacement (CDBG) $103,657 B. Interproject Transfers (CDBG Funds): STL-319 Sidewalk Removal and Replacement - complete & same scope $151,653 STL-317 ADA Curb Ramps - complete $3,073 STL-320 Sidewalk Removal and Replacement - same scope $125,000 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR CONSTRUCTION $383,383 There are sufficient funds held by the City to fully offset all costs associated with the construction of this project, with no impact to the General Fund. Upon completion of the subject project, the improvements will require only routine City street maintenance. ATTACHMENTS A - Table - Location of Work B - Contractor's Disclosure Statement Prepared by: Jeff Moneda. Sr. Civil Engineer, General Services Department M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\STL-295\STU95 Award At 13 Final.doc 11-4 TABLE 1 STL-295 SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST ; I I I , I I Match Exist. Stamped I I I Concrete and Pattern, Parking meter, Water I Meter, Historic Sign, 10 393 Third Avenue 82 24 Planter 11 397 Third Avenue 41 I , I 12 212 Third Avenue I 56 I 7 I Parking Meter I 13 288 Third Avenue 20 15 I Planter 14 290-92 Third Avenue Parldng Meter i 86 Third Avenue I 15 310 (in front of UEI) 94 Planter I Third Avenue I 16 340 (Fuddruckers) 40 t. i Third Avenue I I~ 17 380 (infront of 555 40 Planter IJ, Total 732 989 114 513 0 0 f-- I SEE NEXT PAGE FOR LIST OF ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS TABLE 1 STL-295 SIDEWALK REHABILITATION LIST ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS TO BE CONSTRUCTED, IF FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE Madison I I 53 SE Av./Crested Butte 55 54 I NW Naples St./Broadway I 61 I 55 1097 Madison Avenue I 44 I I I 56 1073 Madison A venue I I 55 Yes 57 1071 Madison Avenue 75 58 1071 Madison Avenue 75 59 SE on Av./Crested Butte St. 30 I 60 1060 Madison Avenue 65 61 I 1070 Madison Avenue 45 I 62 1082 Madison Avenue 50 ,- 1098 Madison Avenue I 63 45 I 64 NW adison Av./Naples St. 245 I~ 65 I 626 Jefferson Avenue 196 II 66 1057 Jefferson Avenue 30 I :...... 67 1053 Jefferson Avenue 60 I 68 1066 Jefferson Avenue 100 Yes r 69 1070 Jefferson Avenue 50 r- 70 632 Naples St./Broadway 25 I I I L ! 71 I 1097 Oak lawn Avenue 105 I ~ 72 I 1093 Oaklawn Avenue 75 73 1085 OakJawn Avenue 40 50 I 74 1065 Oaklawn Avenue 100 I 1 75 1056 Woodlawn Avenue I I 65 f I , I I I I I I I ArrACHMEN;_~, CITY OF CHULA VISTA DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Pursuant to Council Policy 10 1-0 1, prior to any action upon matters that will require discretlOnary action by the CouncIl, Planning Commission and all otber official bodies of the City, a statement of disclosure of certam ownership or fmancial interests, payments, or campaign contributions for a City ofChula Vista election must be filed. The following information must be disclosed: 1. List the names of all persons having a fmancial interest in the property that is the subject of t':1e application or tbe contract, e.g., owner, applicant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier. ~ 'Ln 0, =-rDG . dQn-t (V 0':)) Ij!l~~ thsl~.{rJ) ~()(iS _ 2. If any person' identi:fied pursuant to (1) above is a corporation or partnership, list the names of all individuals with a $2000 investment in tbe business (corporation/partnership) entity. ~~~~~ ~fmWOr<J 3. If any person' identified pursuant to (1) above is a non-profit organization or trust, list the names of any person serving as director of tbe non-profit organization or as trustee or beneficiary or trustor of the trust. f-lj A 4. Please identify every person, including any agents, employees, consultants, or independent contractors you have assigned to represent you before tbe City in this matter. N/A S. Has any person' associatei:lWith this contract had any fmancial dealings witb an official" oftbe City of Chula Vista as it relates to this contract within the past 12 montbs? Yes No tJlA - , "9 M :\r;ng;i]c;>r\D ESICNISTL19 5\Fina 1-::'0 ld~r\STr ~ '!91l R ~/ - WA C; E-CONTf.~t\CTdoc If Yes, briefly describe the nature of the financial interest the official*' may have in this contract. 6. Have you made a contribution of more than $250 within the past twelve (12) months to a current member of the Chula Vista City Council? No v Yes _ If yes, which Council member? 7. Have you provided more than $340 (or an item of equivalent value) to an official*' of the City of Chula Vista in the past twelve (12) months? (This includes being a source of income, money to retire a legal debt, gift, loan, etc.) Yes _ No..::::::::... If Yes, which official*' and what was the nature of item provided? Date.\\f\\ )n('( i21,2C01 . Person is defined as: any individual, finn, co-partoership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal organization, corporation, estate, trust, receiver, syndicate, any other county, city, municipality, district, or other political subdivision, -or any other group or combination acting as a unit ;<0:* Official includes, but is not limited to: Mayor, Council member, Planning Commissioner, Member of a board, commission, or committee of the Oty, employee, or staff members. M :\Ellginef':-\DESrGN\STl.295'Yinn i ,FolJer\STL295 j~.E\>~\I//.c;~' -C0~:TP,.~. C:T.drl'~ RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FY 06-07 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL- 295)" PROJECT TO KOCH-ARMSTRONG GENERAL ENG. INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $154,169.30 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ALL A V AILABLE CONTINGENCIES IN THE PROJECT. WHEREAS, on January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the for the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL- 295)" project.; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion (subject to 58.5) pursuant to Section 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations 58.35(a), subsection 1 [Acquisition, repair, improvement, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of public facilities & improvements; e.g. curbs, sidewalks, repaving streets] and has also reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines and no further en vironmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, the low bid by Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc. is below the Engineer's estimate of $186,222.80 by $32,053.50 or 17%, the contractor has done several capital improvement projects in the city, and its work has been satisfactory; and WHEREAS, City Council Policy 574-01 authorizes the Director of Public Works Operations' to approve change orders as necessary up to 10% of the contract amount. This resolution would authorize the Director of Public Works Operations to approve changes up to the total contingency amount. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby accept bids and award the contract for the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL-295)" project to Koch-Armstrong General Eng. Inc., of Lakeside, CA for $154,169.30. 11-10 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby authorize the Director of Public Works Operations to approve change orders up to the total contingency amount Presented by Approved as to form by , ~ ' ......,'-. \, I ".,.f' , . ""''N0-,N "~,,.\''' Ann Moore City Attorney Jack Griffin Director of General Services M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\STL.295\STL295 Reso for Award. doc 11-11 RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING INTERPROJECT TRANSFERS FROM EXISTING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE "CDBG SIDEWALK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT FY 06-07 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (STL- 295)" PROJECT. WHEREAS, on January 31, 2007, the Director of General Services received sealed bids for the for the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL- 295)" project.; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion (subject to 58.5) pursuant to Section 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations 58.35(a), subsection 1 [Acquisition, repair, improvement, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of public facilities & improvements; e.g. curbs, sidewalks, repaving streets] and has also reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines and no further environmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, staff is recommending transferring a total amount of $279,726 from existing CDBG funded projects to STL-295; and WHEREAS, the projects from which the transfers will be made from have been identified as either complete and/or scope of work is the same work as described for STL-295. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby authorize inter-project transfers from existing capital improvement projects to the "CDBG Sidewalk Removal and Replacement FY 06-07 at Various Locations (STL-295)" Project. Presented by Approved as to form by ~~~\:\.'rll\~ , Ann Moore City Attorney Jack Griffin Director of General Services M:\General Services\GS Administration\Council Agenda\STL-295\STL295 Reso for Transfer of Funds.doc 11-12 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT February 6, 2007, Item ; c~ ITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: REVIEWED BY: LEGISLATIVE REPORT FROM ADVOCATION, INe. ASSISTANT CIT~NAGE~l,,", 0w"7 CITY MANAGER J I D BACKGROUND The City of Chula Vista retains the services of Advocation, Inc., a Sacramento-based lobbying firm that assists the City in identifying, reviewing, tracking and affecting the passage of legislation in the State Capitol. At the Council's request, representatives from the fIrm will present a report on which issues are the focus .of attention in the Legislature and in the Governor's office for the session that has just been convened, what outcomes the State's leaders hope to achieve, and which members of the Legislature are expected to shape those outcomes. 4/5THS VOTE: YES D NO 0 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defmed under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION Accept the report and provide direction to staff and to Advocation, Inc. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not Applicable DISCUSSION At the January 9, 2007 meeting of the Chula Vista City CouncillRedevelopment Agency, the CouncillBoard (Council) requested that the proposed contract with Advocation, Inc. be amended to require a minimum of two presentations by the firm each year to provide the Council with information on activities in Sacramento, how those might affect Chula Vista, and what actions the firm is taking on the City's behalf. Tonight's presentation will include an overview of those issues that have moved to the forefront of the State Legislative agenda for the recently convened two-year session, a discussion of what outcomes the Administration and the Legislature hope to achieve with 12-1 February 6, 2007, ItemJL Page 2 of2 respect to those issues, and which members of the Senate and Assembly are anticipated to take the lead in achieving those outcomes. This is also an opportunity for the Council to publicly discuss legislative priorities for the coming session. Finally, as a result of the Council's action on December 19, 2006 to place the responsibilities formerly held by the Intergovernmental Affairs Coordinator under the office of the City Manager, the following protocols have been enacted: . Communications Manager Colleen Carnevale has absorbed the duties for managing the Advocation contract, and will be responsible for reviewing and (with the assistance of other city staff) analyzing legislative proposals as they are introduced. . Proposals that fall within the guidelines of the City's adopted Legislative Program will be submitted to the Legislative Committee with a recommendation to support, oppose or attempt to amend the proposal. . With the Legislative Committee's concurrence, the Communications Manager and Advocation will advance the City's position through letters, meetings with legislators, testimony before various State committees or agencies, etc. . Measures that do not fall within the guidelines of the Legislative Program, but are seen as having a significant impact on the City or its operations, will be submitted to the entire Council for consideration and direction. . Quarterly reports will be given to the Council by the City Manager's office, indicating what proposals the City is supporting or opposing, what actions have been taken to advance the City's position, and what legislative or administrative actions are taking place that are of interest or concern to Chula Vista. . A year-end report will also be given to the Council, summarizing the activities of the past session and the results of the actions undertaken on the City's behalf. Staff is assessing the City's Legislative Program, which has not been comprehensively evaluated or revised in several years. This document will be submitted to the Legislative Committee and then to the Council as an information item for review and comment in the next few months, and subsequently brought forward as an agenda item for formal adoption. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 1 8704.2(a)(l) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT There is no direct fiscal impact associated with accepting this report. Council direction to pursue specific legislative goals (i.e. obtain funding for certain projects, amend existing law to increase local government revenues) may result in a fiscal impact, however that cannot be anticipated at this time. ATTACHMENTS None Prepared by: Colleen M Carnevale, Communications Manager, Office of the City Manager 12-2 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT 02/06/2007 Item 13 ITEM TITLE: Resolution of the City Council amending the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 City Council Budget in accordance with the Budget Transfer Policy; approving, in concept, the selection of Economic & Planning Systems (EPS) as the consultant to perform an Independent Financial Review of the City of Chula Vista; and directing the City Manager to proceed with contract negotiations. SUBMITTED BY: INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE (MAYOR COX AND MEMBER CASTANEDA) COUNCIL COUNCIL 4/STHS VOTE: YES 0 NO D BACKGROUND At the December 5, 2006 Council Meeting Mayor Cox presented her 10-point action plan. Her first point of action was: "An Independent Financial Review of the City's finances, to first put the City's financial house in order, to accomplish the many projects that lie ahead and achieve our goals for our community" In consultation with the Independent Financial Review Council Subcommittee, the Interim City Manager issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) dated January 4, 2007. The completed proposals were due by January 16,2007 at 5 P.M. The RFP indicated that the proposals would be analyzed and the award would be made to the most responsive and responsible bidder whose proposal, in the opinion of the Council subcommittee, best meets or exceeds the requirements in the Scope of Work and is considered to be most advantageous to the City. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Not applicable. 13-1 02/06/2007 Item Jl Page 2 of3 RECOMMENDATION That Council adopt the resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 City Council Budget by transferring $40,000 from the personnel category to the supplies and services category to provide the funding for the Independent Financial Review; approving, in concept, the selection of Economic & Planning Systems to perform an Independent Financial Review of the City of Chula Vista for a not to exceed cost of $40,000; and directing the City Manger to proceed with contract negotiations and contract execution. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not Applicable. DISCUSSION The Scope of Work for the Independent Financial Review (Review) is intended to provide a baseline assessment of the current and medium term financial health of the City of Chula Vista and its Redevelopment Agency, particularly in assessing current implications of the past use of financial resources (e.g. MODs, use of redevelopment funds), the current fmancial direction, and recommended course changes in light of debt, obligations, and expenditure levels relative to revenue sources that include but are not limited to fees, property and sales tax, tax increment, and developer impact fees. The City's accounting procedures have been audited and are not a subject of this Review. If, however, during the course of the Review, financial issues of accounting procedures relative to the City's fmancial health are discovered, these shall be identified. The Review should use existing financial materials and reports provided by the City (including, but not limited to, three years of Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFRs), audits, budgets and mid-period reviews, bond statements, state mandated annual redevelopment reports and any financial forecasts and assessments performed by staff or consultants) to prepare an assessment of the City's current fmancial condition and a five-year forecast. Desired results: · A summary of the current approach used by the City in managing its finances; · A review of the current state of City's financial condition relative to trends in revenues and expenditures, use of debt, development and demographic changes, sufficiency of reserves, and identify opportunities and threats; · A determination of and focus on the most pressing factors on the City's financial condition, to include best case, worst case, and most likely scenarios for the operating budget over a five to ten-year period; 13-2 02/06/2007 Item~ Page 3 of3 . A review of capital, infrastructure, and maintenance commitments and spending; . A review of the past and current use and capability oftax increment financing as a means of promoting redevelopment; . An assessment of the financial implications of unfunded retirement liability; and · Recommendations for strengthening Chula Vista's financial condition with respect to long-term sustainability. The finished product should provide the City Council, City staff and the incoming City Manager with a baseline assessment of how the City of Chula Vista is positioned financially for the present and near future. A fiscal forecast of five to ten years, forecasting revenues and expenditures and balancing them against the last year (e.g., year 2012) of the forecast should reflect the anticipated facilities and major expenditures during the five and ten-year periods. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Not Applicable. Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 1 8704.2(a)(1) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of this resolution will result in no net impact to the General Fund. The $40,000 proposed to fund the Independent Financial Review is available based on anticipated savings within the City Council's operating budget from reducing the Coastal Environmental Land Use Consultant position from full-time to half-time. ATTACHMENTS A. Request for Proposal of an Independent Financial Review B. Economic & Planning Systems Proposal Prepared by: Dan Forster, Chief of Staff, Mayor's Office 13-3 ~Vt- ~ ~~?"~ AAachmen+A em' OF CHULA VlSfA OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER January 4, 2007 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW The City of Chula Vista is requesting proposals for an Independent Financial Review intended to provide a baseline assessment of the City ofChula Vista's current and future fmancial health in accordance with the enclosed Scope of Work, and the City ofChula Vista Standard Terms and Conditions. A sample of the City's standard two party agreement is included for informational purposes. (Agreement to be completed after award.) This is an informal bid with an anticipated value of$30,000. Proposals will be analyzed and award will be made to the most responsive and responsible bidder whose proposal, in the opinion of the Council subcommittee, best meets or exceeds the requirements in the Scope of Work and is considered to be most advantageous to the City. Price and other factors will be considered including the operational requirements of the City and any other factors which will result in the optimum economic benefit to the City. Completed proposals to be received by the City on or before January 16,2007 at 5:00 PM. Point of contact is Finance DirectorlTreasurer Maria Kachadoorian. Questions should be submitted in writing via email: E-mail address: rnkachadoorian@ci.chula-vista.ca.us Telephone number: 619-691-5051 Ex!. 3119 Thank you for your interest in working with the City of ChuIa Vista. .U/~ ~~ ~omson lnteriro City Manager 276 FOURTH AVENUE. CHULA VISTA. CA,I~~R,/'lIA 91910. (619) 691-5031 . (619) 409-5884 @ Post.consu~r Re~led Paper SCOPE OF WORK: INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW This Scope of Work for an Independent Financial Review (Review) is intended to provide a baseline assessment of the current and medium term financial health of the City of Chula Vista and its Redevelopment Agency, particularly in assessing current implications of the past use of financial resources (e.g., MOUs, use of redeveiopment funds), the current financial direction, and recommended course changes in light of debt, obligations, and expenditure levels relative to revenue sources that include but are not limited to fees, property and sales tax, tax increment, and developer impact fees. The City's accounting procedures have been audited and are not a subject of this Review. If, however, during the course of the Review, financial issues of accounting procedures relative to the City's financial health are discovered, these shall be identified. The Review should use existing financial materials and reports provided by the City (including, but not limited to, three years of Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFRs), audits, budgets and mid-period reviews, bond statements, state mandated annual redevelopment reports and any financial forecasts and assessments performed by staff or consuitants) to prepare an assessment of the City's current financial condition and a five-year forecast. Desired results: . A summary of the current approach used by the City in managing its finances; . A review of the current state of City's financial condition relative to trends in revenues and expenditures, use of debt, development and demographic changes, sufficiency of reserves, and Identify opportunities and threats; . A determination of and focus on the most pressing factors on the City's financial condition, to include best case, worst case, and most likely scenarios for the operating budget over a five or ten-year period . A discussion of the financial implications of current and additional support for continued residential and commercial development in newer areas and il) supporting projects such as the baytront and urban core; . A review of capital, infrastructure, and maintenance commitments and spending; . A review of the past and current use and capability of tax increment financing as a means of promoting redevelopment; . An assessment of the financial implications of unfunded retirement liability; and . Recommendations for strengthening Chula Vista's financial condition with respect to long term sustainability. The finished product should provide the City Council, City staff and the incoming City Manager with a baseline assessment of how the City of Chula Vista is positioned financially for the present and near future. A fiscal forecast of five to ten years, forecasting revenues and expenditures and balancing them against the last year (e.g., year 2012) of the forecast should reflect the anticipated facilities and major expenditures during the five- and ten-year periods. Products: . Final report with an executive summary, key findings, conclusions, and 2 13-5 recommendations in MS Word and/or Excel format . Oral presentation of findings and recommendations with accompanying graphics suitable for presentation (e.g.. PowerPoint) to the City Council and to the community in a public meeting. City staff are committed to being immediately available to the reviewer/s and responsive to reviewer/s' requests for information. Documents including the CAFRs. Redevelopment Agency financial statements, quarterly reports, rating agency reports, draft form for infrastructure needs. and bond documents are currently being assembled in a single location for the Review. The consultant's point of contact is City Treasurer Maria Kachadoorian. m kachadoorian lalci.chu la-vista.ca. us. Response to this scope of work shall be received by the City on or before January 16. 2007 at 5:00 PM. Duration of project: 45 - 60 days Estimated cost, including expenses: $30.000 The City reserves the right further to negotiate the proposed work scope and/or method and amount of compensation. 3 13-6 TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. Upon acceptance oftbe bid, the City will purchase materials and/or services as descnbed herein for prices set forth on the order, and in accordance with all specifications. 2. V cndar shall not assign nor delegate duties or responsibilities under this agreement, in whole or in part, without prior written approval of the City. 3. Vendor shall abide by all Federal, State and Local Laws, Ordinances, Regulations, and Statutes, as may be related to the performance of duties under this agreement. In addition, all applicable pemrits and licenses required shall be obtained by the vendor, at vendor's sole expense. 4. The terms and conditions contained herein constitute the entire agreement between both parties and supersede all previous communications, whether oral or written. The terms and conditions of this agreement shall prevail over any conflicting. additional, or other terms and conditions appearing on any writing or acknowledgment by the vendor. No change to this agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and sigued by both parties. 5. The detailed requirements of the specifications shall supersede any general reference made within this agreement. Specific brand names, manufacturers, and model numbers referenced shall be provided unless prior explicit approval has been obtained from the City. 6. In the event that anyone or more of the provisions of this agreement shall be found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect and enforceable. 7. Prompt payment discounts offered of less than fifteen (15) calendar days will not be considered in evaluating bids for award. However, offered discounts of less than fifteen (15) days may be taken if payment is made within the discount period. In the absence of discount terms, invoices shall be net thirty (30) days from the date ofmateriaVservice acceptance or invoice receipt, whichever is later. 8. Unless otherwise specified, acceptance will be at destination and will be made by an authorized employee or representative of the City. Until delivery and acceptance, risk of loss is the vendor's responsibility. 9. Should work be required on City premises, vendor shall provide proof of liability and property damage insurance prior to performance of duties. Coverage shall be from a company authorized to transact business in the State of California and shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit (CSL). The City of Chula Vista shall be named as an additional insured and thirty (30) days notice of cancellation shall be indicated. Worker's compensation covemge for each employee engaged in work on City premises is required. Vendor is solely responsible for all insurance premium payments. 10. Vendor shall defend, indemnify, protect and bold harmless the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents, from and against all claims for damages, liability, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising out of this agreement and/or vendor's performance hereunder, except as to damages, liability, and expenses due to the sole negligence or willful acts of the City, its officers, employees, or agents. 11. Any information deemed confidential or proprietary by the vendor shall be clearly identified. Such information will be protected and treated with confidentiality only to the extent pemritted by law. Otherwise, information provided shall be considered public record. 12. In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to discuss the issue, ascertain the facts, and work together in good faith to arrive at an equitable and mutually acceptable solution. 13. The City may temrinate this agreement and be relieved of any consideration to the vendor should vendor fail to perform in the manner herein described. Furthermore, the City may terminate this agreement for any reason, without penalty, upon giving thirty (30) days written notice to the vendor. In the event of termination, the full extent of City liability shall be limited to payment for materials and/or services authorized by and received to the satisfaction of the City. 14. This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws of the State of California, County of San Diego. 4 13-7 Parties and Recital Page(s)1 Agreement between City of Chula Vista and [Name of Consultant]2 for [type of services, i.e., Sewer Consulting Services] This agreement ("Agreement")), dated for the purposes of reference only, and effective as of the date last executed unless another date is otherwise specified in Exhibit A, Paragraph I, is between the City-related entity as is indicated on Exhibit A, Paragraph 2, as such ("City"), whose business form is set forth on Exhibit A, Paragraph 3, and the entity indicated on the attached Exhibit A, Paragraph 4, as Consultant, whose business form is set forth on Exhibit A, Paragraph 5, and whose place of business and telephone numbers are set forth on Exhibit A, Paragraph 6 ("Consultant"), and is made with reference to the following facts: Recitals4 Whereas, ; and, Whereas, ; and, Whereas, Consultant warrants and represents that they are experienced and staffed in a manner such that they are and can prepare and deliver the services required of Consultant to City within the time frames herein provided all in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement; (End of Recitals. Next Page starts Obligatory Provisions.) 1. This page will need to be special for each contract. 2. Brackets are a prompt to imply that a substitution of information is called for. 3. Use this parenthetical technique to define terms or concepts to shorten references to them later in the Agreement. 4. Use the recitals to define terms or concepts to shorten references to them later in the Agreement. If property is involved in the agreement, a typical "whereas" clause may be included: "Whereas, the property which is the subj ect matter ofthis Agreement is commonly lmown as , and is legally described as set forth in the attached Exhibit ("Property"); and," ,- 13-8 Page 1 Obligatory Provisions Pages NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City and Consultant do hereby mutually agree as follows: 1. Consultant's Duties A. General Duties Consultant shall perform all of the services described on the attached Exhibit A, Paragraph 7, entitled "General Duties"; and, B. Scope of Work and Schedule In the process of perfOlming and delivering said "General Duties", Consultant shall also perform all of the services described in Exhibit A, Paragraph 8, entitled "Scope of Work and Schedule", not inconsistent with the General Duties, according to, and within the time frames set forth in Exhibit A, Paragraph 8, and deliver to City such Deliverables as are identified in Exhibit A, Paragraph 8, within the time frames set forth therein, time being of the essence of this agreement. The General Duties and the work 8lld deliverables required in the Scope of Work and Schedule shall be herein referred to as the "Defined Services". Failure to complete the Defmed Services by the times indicated does not, except at the option of the City, operate to terminate this Agreement. C. Reductions in Scope of Work City may independently, or upon request from Consultant, from time to time reduce the Defined Services to be perfonned by the Consultant under tIns Agreement. Upon doing so, City 8lld Consultant agree to meet in good faith and confer for the purpose of negotiating a cOlTesponding reduction in the compensation associated with said reduction. D. Additional Services In addition to performing the Defined Services herein set forth, City may require Consultant to perform additional consulting services related to the Defined Services ("Additional Services"), and upon doing so in writing, if they are within the scope of services offered by Consultant, COnSUlt8llt shall perform same on a time and materials basis at the rates set fortll in the "Rate Schedule" in Exhibit A, Paragraph lO(C), unless a separate fixed fee is otherwise agreed upon. All compensation for Additional Services shall be paid montllly as billed. E. Standard of Care Consultant, in performing any Services under tins agreement, whether Defined Services or Additional Services, shall perform in a manner consistent witll that level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of tile profession currently practicing under similar conditions 8lld in similar locations. 13-9 Page 2 F. Insurance Consultant must procure insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work under the contract and the results of that work by the Consultant, his agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors and provide documentation of same prior to commencement of work. The insurance must be maintained for the duration of the contract. Minimum Scope of Insurance Coverage must be at least as broad as: (I) Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence Form CGOOOl). (2) Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 covering Automobile Liability, Code I (any auto). (3) Workers' Compensation insurance as required by the State ofCalifomia and Employer's Liability Insurance. (4) Professional Liability or ElTors & Omissions Liability insurance appropriate to the Consultant's profession. Architects' and Engineers' coverage is to be endorsed to include contractual liability. Minimum Limits of Insurance Contractor must maintain limits no less than: I. General Liability: (Including operations, products and completed operations, as applicable) 2. Automobile Liability: 3. Workers' Compensation Employer's Liability: 4. Professional Liability or Errors & Omissions Liability: $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. If Commercial General Liability insurance with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit must apply separately to this project/location or the general aggregate limit must be twice the required occurrence limit. $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage. Statutory $1,000,000 each accident $1,000,000 disease-policy limit $1,000,000 disease-each employee $1,000,000 each occurrence Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions 13-10 Page 3 Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. At the option ofthe City, either the insurer will reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as they pertain to the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers; or the Consultant will provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the City guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses. Other Insurance Provisions The general liability, automobile liability, and where appropriate, the worker's compensation policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions: (I) The City of Chula Vista, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be named as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by or on behalf ofthe Consultant, where applicable, and, with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant, including providing materials, parts or equipment furnished in comlection with such work or operations. The general liability additional insured coverage must be provided in the fornl of an endorsement to the contractor's insurance using ISO CG 2010 (11/85) or its equivalent. Specifically, the endorsement must not exclude Products/Completed Operations coverage. (2) The Consultant's General Liability insurance coverage must be primary insurance as it pertains to the City, its officers, officials, employees, 'agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers is wholly separate from the insurance of the contractor and in no way relieves the contractor from its responsibility to provide insurance. (3) The insurance policy required by tlus clause must be endorsed to state that coverage will not be canceled by either party, except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the City by certified mail, return receipt requested. (4) Coverage shall not extend to any indemnity coverage for the active negligence of the additional insured in any case where an agreement to indemnify the additional insured would be invalid under Subdivision (b) of Section 2782 of the Civil Code. (5) Consultant's insurer will provide a Waiver of Subrogation in favor of the City for each required policy providing coverage during the life of this contract. If General Liability, Pollution and/or Asbestos Pollution Liability and/or Errors & Omissions coverage are written on a claims-made form: (1) The "Retro Date" must be shown, and must be before the date of the contract or the begim1ing of the contract work. (2) Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five (5) years after completion of the contract work. 13-11 Page 4 (3) If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a "Retro Date" prior to the contract effective date, the Consultant must purchase "extended reporting" coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of contract work. (4) A copy of the claims repOliing requirements must be submitted to the City for review. Acceptability of Insurers Insurance is to be placed with licensed insurers admitted to transact business in the State of Califomia with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A V. If insurance is placed with a surplus lines insurer, insurer must be listed on the State ofCalifomia List of Eligible Surplus Lines Insurers ("LESLI") with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A X. Exception may be made for the State Compensation Fund when not specifically rated. V erification of Coverage Consultant shall fumish the City with Oliginal certificates and amendatory endorsements effecting coverage required by this clause. The endorsements should be on insurance industry forms, provided those endorsements or policies confonn to the contract requirements. All certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by the City before work conunences. The City reserves the right to require, at any time, complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements evidencing the coverage required by these specifications. Subcontractors Consultants must include all sub consultants as insureds under its policies or fumish separate certificates and endorsements for each subconsultant. All coverage for subconsultants are subject to all of the requirements included in these specifications. G. Security for Performance (1) Performance Bond In the event that Exhibit A, at Paragraph 18, indicates the need for Consultant to provide a Perfonnance Bond (indicated by a check mark in the parenthetical space immediately preceding the subparagraph entitled "Performance Bond"), then Consultant shall provide to the City a perfoID1ance bond in the fonn presclibed by the City and by such sureties which are authorized to transact such business in the State of Califomia, listed as approved by the United States Department of Treasury Circular 570, http://,,,^,vw.fms.treas.gov/c570, and whose underwriting limitation is sufficient to issue bonds in fue amount required by the agreement, and which also satisfy the requirements stated in Section 995.660 of the Code of Civil Procedure, except as provided otl1erwise by laws or regulations. All bonds signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of such agent's authority to act. Surety companies must be duly licensed or authorized in the jurisdiction in which the Project is located to issue bonds for the 13-12 Page 5 limits so required. Foml must be satisfactory to the Risk Manager or City Attorney which amount is indicated in the space adjacent to the term, "Performance Bond", in said Exhibit A, Paragraph 18. (2) Letter of Credit In the event that Exhibit A, at Paragraph 18, indicates the need for Consultant to provide a Letter of Credit (indicated by a check mark in the parenthetical space immediately preceding the subparagraph entitled "Letter of Credit"), then Consultant shall provide to the City an irrevocable letter of credit callable by the City at their unfettered discretion by submitting to the bank a letter, signed by the City Manager, stating that the Consultant is in breach of the terms of this Agreement. The letter of credit shall be issued by a bank, and be in a form and amount satisfactory to the Risk Manager or City Attorney which amount is indicated in the space adjacent to the term, "Letter of Credit", in said Exhibit A, Paragraph 18. (3) Other Security In the event that Exhibit A, at Paragraph 18, indicates the need for Consultant to provide security other than a Performance Bond or a Letter of Credit (indicated by a check mark in the parenthetical space immediately preceding the subparagraph entitled "Other Security"), then Consultant shall provide to the City such other security therein listed in a form and amount satisfactory to the Risk Manager or City Attorney. H. Business License Consultant agrees to obtain a business license from the City and to otherwise comply with Title 5 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code. 2. Duties of the City A. Consultation and Cooperation City shall regularly consult the Consultant for the purpose of reviewing the progress of the Defined Services and Schedule therein contained, and to provide direction and guidance to achieve the obj ectives of this agreement. The City shall permit access to its office facilities, files and records by Consultant throughout the teml of the agreement. In addition thereto, City agrees to provide the infOlmation, data, items and materials set forth on Exhibit A, Paragraph 9, and with the further understanding that delay in the provision ofthese materials beyond thirty (30) days after authorization to proceed, shall constitute a basis for the justifiable delay in the Consultant's performance of this agreement. B. Compensation Upon receipt of a properly prepared billing from Consultant submitted to the City periodically as indicated in Exhibit A, Paragraph 17, but in no event more frequently than monthly, on the day of the period indicated in Exhibit A, Paragraph 17, City shall compensate Consultant for all services rendered by Consultant according to the terms and conditions set forth 13-13 Page 6 in Exhibit A, Paragraph 10, adjacent to the governing compensation relationship indicated by a "checkmark" next to the appropriate arrangement, subject to the requirements for retention set forth in Paragraph 18 of Exhibit A, and shall compensate Consultant for out of pocket expenses as provided in Exhibit A, Paragraph 11. All billings submitted by Consultant shall contain sufficient infonnation as to the propriety of the billing to permit the City to evaluate that the amount due and payable thereunder is proper, and shall specifically contain the City's account number indicated on Exhibit A, Paragraph 17(C) to be charged upon malong such payment. 3. Administration of Contract Each party designates the individuals ("Contract Administrators") indicated on Exhibit A, Paragraph 12, as said party's contract administrator who is authorized by said party to represent them in the routine administration of this agreement. 4. Term This Agreement shall terminate when the Parties have complied with all executory provisions hereof. 5. Liquidated Damages The provisions of this section apply if a Liquidated Damages Rate is provided in Exhibit A, Paragraph 13. It is acknowledged by both parties that time is of the essence in the completion of this Agreement. It is difficult to estimate the amount of damages resulting from delay in perfomlance. The parties have used their judgment to arrive at a reasonable amount to compensate for delay. Failure to complete the Defined Services within the allotted time period specified in tins Agreement shall result in the following penalty: For each consecutive calendar day in excess of the time specified for the completion of tile respective work assignment or Deliverable, the Consultant shall pay to the City, or have withlleld from monies due, the sum of Liquidated Damages Rate provided in Exlnbit A, Paragraph 13 ("Liquidated Damages Rate"). Time extensions for delays beyond the Consultant's control, other tllan delays caused by the City, shall be requested in writing to the City's Contract Administrator, or designee, prior to the expiration of the specified time. Extensions of time, when granted, will be based upon tile effect of delays to the work and will not be granted for delays to minor portions of work unless it can be shown that such delays did or will delay the progress of the work. 6. Financial Interests of Consultant A. Consultant is Designated as an FPPC Filer 13-14 Page 7 If Consultant is designated on Exhibit A, Paragraph 14, as an "FPPC filer", Consultant is deemed to be a "Consultant" for the purposes of the Political Reform Act conflict of interest and disclosure provisions, and shall report economic interests to the City Clerk on the required Statement of Economic Interests in such reporting categories as are specified in Paragraph 14 of Exhibit A, or if none are specified, then as determined by the City Attorney. B. Decline to Participate Regardless of whether Consultant is designated as an FPPC Filer, Consultant shall not make, or participate in making or in any way attempt to use Consultant's position to influence a govemmental decision in which Consultant knows or has reason to know Consultant has a financial interest other than the compensation promised by this Agreement. C. Search to Determine Economic Interests Regardless of whether Consultant is designated as an FPPC Filer, Consultant warrants and represents that Consultant has diligently conducted a search and inventory of Consultant's economic interests, as the term is used in the regulations promulgated by the Fair Political Practices Commission, and has detemlined that Consultant does not, to the best of Consultant's knowledge, have an economic interest which would conflict witll Consultant's duties under this agreement. D. Promise Not to Acquire Conflicting Interests Regardless of whether Consultant is designated as an FPPC Filer, Consultant further warrants and represents that Consultant will not acquire, obtain, or assume an economic interest during the term ofthis Agreement which would constitute a conflict of interest as prohibited by the Fair Political Practices Act. E. Duty to Advise of Conflicting Interests Regardless of whether Consultant is designated as an FPPC Filer, Consultant further warrants and represents that Consultant will immediately advise the City Attorney of City if Consultant leams of an economic interest of Consultant's that may result in a conflict of interest for the purpose of the Fair Political Practices Act, and regulations promulgated thereunder. F. Specific Warranties Against Economic Interests Consultant warrants and represents that neither Consultant, nor Consultant's immediate family members, nor Consultant's employees or agents ("Consultant Associates") presently have any interest, directly or indirectly, whatsoever in any property which may be tlle subject matter of the Defined Services, or in any property within 2 radial miles from the exterior boundaries of any property which may be the subject matter of the Defmed Services, ("Prohibited Interest"), other than as listed in Exhibit A, Paragraph 14. Consultant further warrants and represents that no promise of future employment, remuneration, consideration, gratuity or other reward or gain has been made to Consultant or 13-15 Page 8 Cc}UsultantAssociates in cOlmection with Consultant's performance of this Agreement. Consultant promises to advise City of any such promise that may be made during the Teml of this Agreement, or for twelve months thereafter. Consultant agrees that Consultant Associates shall not acquire any such Prohibited Interest within the Term of this Agreement, or for twelve months after the expiration of this Agreement, except with the written permission of City. Consultant may not conduct or solicit any business for any party to this Agreement, or for any third party that may be in conflict with Consultant's responsibilities under this Agreement, except with the written pelmission of City. 7. Hold Hannless Consultant shall defend, indemnify, protect and hold harmless the City, its elected and appointed officers and employees, from and against all claims for damages, liability, cost and expense (including without limitation attorneys fees) arising out of or alleged by third parties to be the result of the negligent acts, errors or omissions or the willful misconduct of the Consultant, and Consultant's employees, subcontractors or other persons, agencies or finns for whom Consultant is legally responsible in cOlmection with the execution of the work covered by this Agreement, except only for those claims, damages, liability, costs and expenses (including without limitations, attorneys fees) arising from the sole negligence or sole willful misconduct of the City, its officers, employees. Also covered is liability arising from, connected with, caused by or claimed to be caused by the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the City, its agents, officers, or employees which may be in combination with the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, its employees, agents or officers, or any third party. With respect to losses arising from Consultant's professional errors or omissions, Consultant shall defend, indemnify, protect and hold hannless the City, its elected and appointed officers and employees, from and against all claims for damages, liability, cost and expense (including without linlitation attomeys fees) except for those claims arising from the negligence or willful misconduct of City, its officers or employees. Consultant's indemnification shall include any and all costs, expenses, attorneys fees and liability incurred by the City, its officers, agents or employees in defending against such claims, whether the same proceed to judgment or not. Consultant's obligations under this Section shall not be limited by any prior or subsequent declaration by the Consultant. Consultant's obligations under this Section shall survive the termination of this Agreement. For those professionals who are required to be licensed by the state (e.g. architects and engineers), the following indemnification provisions should be utilized: (1) Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement With respect to any liability, including but not limited to claims asserted or costs, losses, attomey fees, or payments for injury to any person or property caused or claimed to be caused by the acts or omissions of the Consultant, or Consultant's employees, agents, and officers, aJising 13-16 Page 9 out of any services perfomled involving tillS project, except liability for Professional Services covered under Section x'Z, the Consultant agrees to defend, indemnify, protect, and hold harmless the City, its agents, officers, or employees from and against all liability. Also covered is liability alising from, cormected with, caused by, or claimed to be caused by the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the City, its agents, officers, or employees which may be in combination wim the active or passive negligent acts or onllssions ofthe Consultant, its employees, agents or officers, or any tlllrd party. The Consultant's duty to indemnify, protect and hold hmnless shall not include any claims or liabilities arising from the sole negligence or sole willful misconduct of me City, its agents, officers or employees. This section in no way alters, affects or modifies tile Consultant's obligation and duties under Section Exhibit A to tillS Agreement. (Z) Indemnification for Professional Services. As to me Consultant's professional obligation, work or services involving this Project, the Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend alld hold harmless the City, its agents, officers and employees from and against any and all liability, claims, costs, and dalTIages, including but not limited to, attomeys fees, losses or payments for injury to my person or property, caused directiy or indirectly from tile negligent acts, errors or onllssions of tile Consultal1t or Consultmt's employees, agents or officers; provided, however, that the Consultmt's duty to indemnify shall not include any claims or liability msing from tile negligence or willful nllsconduct of me City, its agents, officers and employees. 8. Termination of Agreement for Cause If, through allY cause, Consultant shall fail to fulfill in a timely alld proper mmer Consultallt's obligations under this Agreement, or if Consultant shall violate any of tile COVenallts, agreements or stipulations of this Agreement, City shall have me right to terminate tills Agreement by giving written notice to Consultant of such tem1ination and specifying tile effective date thereof at least five (5) days before the effective date of such tem1ination. In tilat event, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, surveys, drawings, maps, reports and other materials prepal"ed by Consultant shall, at tile option of the City, become the property of tile City, and Consultant shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily completed on such documents and omer materials up to the effective date of Notice ofTemlination, not to exceed the alTIounts payable hereunder, alld less my dalTIages caused City by Consultmt's breach. 9. En-ors and Omissions In the event tilat me City Administrator detennines mat tlle Consultmts' negligence, elTors, or omissions in the perfonnance of work under tillS Agreement has resulted in expense to City greater thm would have resulted if there were no such negligence, elTors, onllssions, Consultant shall reimburse City for my additional expenses incmred by the City. Nothing herein is intended to limit City's rights under other provisions of this agreement. 10. Temllnation of Agreement for Convenience of City 13-17 Page 10 City may terminate this Agreement at any time and for any reason, by giving specific written notice to Consultant of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof, at least thirty (30) days before the effective date of such temlination. In that event, all finished and unfinished documents and other materials described hereinabove shall, at the option of the City, become City's sole and exclusive property. lithe Agreement is terminated by City as provided in this paragraph, Consultant shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any satisfactory work completed on such documents and otller materials to the effective date of such tennination. Consultant hereby expressly waives any and all claims for damages or compensation arising under tlus Agreement except as set forth herein. 11. Assignability The services of Consultant are personal to the City, and Consultant shall not assign any interest in this Agreement, and shall not transfer any interest in the same (whether by assignment or novation), without prior written consent of City. City hereby consents to tile assigmnent of the portions of tile Defined Services identified in Exhibit A, Paragraph 16 to the subconsultants identified thereat as "Permitted Subconsultants". 12. Ownerslup, Publication, Reproduction and Use of Material All reports, studies, information, data, statistics, forms, designs, plans, procedures, systems and any other materials or properties produced under tlus Agreement shall be the sole and exclusive property of City. No such materials or properties produced in whole or in part under tlus Agreement shall be subject to private use, copyrights or patent rights by Consultant in the Uluted States or in any other country without tile express written consent of City. City shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose (except as may be limited by the provisions of the Public Records Act), distribute, and otherwise use, copyright or patent, in whole or in part, any such repOlis, studies, data, statistics, forms or other materials or properties produced under this Agreement. 13. Independent Contractor City is interested only in the results obtained and Consultant shall perform as an independent contractor with sole control of tile mamler and means of performing the services required under this Agreement. City maintains tile right only to reject or accept Consultant's work products. Consultant and any ofthe Consultant's agents, employees or representatives are, for all purposes under tlus Agreement, an independent contractor and shall not be deemed to be an employee of City, and none of tllem shall be entitled to any benefits to which City employees are entitled including but not limited to, overtime, retirement benefits, worker's compensation benefits, injury leave or other leave benefits. Therefore, City will not withhold state or federal income tax, social security tax or any other payroll tax, and Consultant shall be solely responsible for the payment of same and shall hold the City harmless Witll regard thereto. 14. Adnlinistrative Claims Requirements and Procedures 13-18 Page 11 No suit or arbitration shall be brought arising out of this agreement, against the City unless a claim has first been presented in writing and filed with the City and acted upon by the City in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 1.34 of the Chuhl. Vista Municipal Code, as same may from time to time be amended, the provisions of which are incorporated by tIns reference as if fully set forth herein, and such policies and procedures used by the City in the implementation of same. Upon request by City, Consultant shall meet and confer in good faith with City for the purpose of resolving any dispute over tIle terms of this Agreement. 15. Attorney's Fees Should a dispute arising out of tIns Agreement result in litigation, it is agreed that tIle prevailing party shall be entitled to a judgment against fue other for an amount equal to reasonable attomey's fees and court costs incurred. The "prevailing party" shall be deemed to be the party who is awarded substantially tIle relief sought. 16. Statement of Costs In tIle event that Consultant prepares a report or document, or participates in tIle preparation of a report or document in performing tIle Defmed Services, Consultant shall include, or cause the inclusion of, in said report or document, a statement of the numbers and cost in dollar amounts of all contracts and subcontracts relating to the preparation of the report or document. 17. Miscellaneous A. Consultant not authorized to Represent City Unless specifically authorized in writing by City, Consultant shall have no authority to act as City's agent to bind City to any contractual agreements whatsoever. B. Consultant is Real Estate Broker and/or Salesman If the box on Exhibit A, Paragraph 15 is marked, fue Consultant and/or their principals is/are licensed with tIle State of California or some other state as a licensed real estate broker or salesperson. Otherwise, Consultant represents that neither Consultant, nor their principals are licensed real estate brokers or salespersons. C. Notices All notices, demands or requests provided for or permitted to be given pursuant to tllis Agreement must be in writing. All notices, demands and requests to be sent to any party shall be deemed to have been properly given or served if personally served or deposited in the United States mail, addressed to such party, postage prepaid, registered or certified, witIl return receipt requested, at the addresses identified herein as the places of business for each of the designated parties. 13-19 Page 12 D. Entire Agreement This Agreement, together with any other written document referred to or contemplated herein, embody the entire Agreement and understanding between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof. Neither this Agreement nor any provision hereof may be amended, modified, waived or discharged except by an instrument in writing executed by the party against which enforcement of such amendment, waiver or discharge is sought. E. Capacity of Parties Each signatory and party hereto hereby warrants and represents to the other party that it has legal authority and capacity and direction from its principal to enter into this Agreement, and that all resolutions or other actions have been taken so as to enable it to enter into this Agreement. F. Governing Law/Venue. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any action arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be brought only in the federal or state courts located in San Diego County, State of Califomia, and if applicable, the City of Chula Vista, or as close thereto as possible. Venue for this Agreement, and performance hereunder, shall be the City of Chula Vista. (End of page. Next page is signature page.) 13-20 Page 13 Signature Page to Agreement between City of Chula Vista and [N ame of Consultant] for IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Consultant have executed this Agreement thereby indicating that they have read and understood same, and indicate their full and complete consent to its terms: Dated: City of Chula Vista By: Stephen Padilla, Mayor Attest: Susan Bigelow, City Clerk Approved as to fmm: Ann Moore, City Attorney Dated: [Name of Consultant] By: [Name of Person, Title] By: [Name of Person, Title] Exhibit List to Agreement ( ) Exhibit A. 13-21 Page 14 Exhibit A to Agreement between City of Chula Vista and [Nan1e of Consultant] 1. Effective Date of Agreement: 2. City-Related Entity: ) City ofChula Vista, a municipal chartered corporation of the State of California ) Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista, a political subdivision of the State of California ( ) Industrial Development Authority of the City ofChula Vista, a ( ) Other: , a [insert business form] ("City") 3. Place of Business for City: City of Chula Vista 276 FOUlih Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 4. Consultant: 5. Business F orn1 of Consultant: ( ) Sole ProPlietorship ( ) Partnership ( ) Corporation 6. Place of Business, Telephone and Fax Number of Consultant: [Address] [City], California 9 Voice Phone: (619) Fax Phone: (619) 13-22 Page 15 7. General Duties) 8. Scope of Work and Schedule: A. Detailed Scope ofWork:2 B. Date for Commencement of Consultant Services: ( ) Same as Effective Date of Agreement ( ) Other: C. Dates or Time Limits for Delivery of Deliver abIes: Deliverable No.1: Deliverable No.2: Deliverable No.3: D. Date for completion of all Consultant services: 1. In a clear and straight forward fashion, describe what you want the Consultant to do on what project, or on what aspect of what project. E.g.: Consultant shall design a bridge across the Otay River at the point where Otay Valley Road crosses said river, which design shall be to the specifications herein below provided or to standards set by the Public Works Director, and Consultant shall provide construction administration services if and when the bridge is eventually let for construction according to said design. 2. Do not include simply a letter or proposal from the consultant at this point because it will probably contain gratuitous comments or references to duties that will contradict the obligatory provisions of the standard agreement. List the detailed method by which you want the Consultant to accomplish the general duties. 13-23 Page 16 9. Materials Required to be Supplied by City to Consultant: 10. Compensation: A. ( ) Single Fixed Fee Arrangement.] For performance of all of the Defined Services by Consultant as herein required, City shall pay a single fixed fee in the amounts and at the times or milestones or for the Deliverables set forth below: Single Fixed Fee Amount: , payable as follows: Milestone or Event or Deliverable Amount or Percent of Fixed Fee ) 1. Interim Monthly Advances. The City shall make interim monthly advances against the compensation due for each phase on a percentage of completion basis for each given phase such that, at the end of each phase only the compensation for that phase has been paid. Any payments made hereunder shall be considered as interest free loans that must be returned to the City if the Phase is not satisfactorily completed. If the Phase is satisfactorily completed, the City shall receive credit against the compensation due for that phase. The retention amount or percentage set forth in Paragraph 19 is to be applied to each interim payment such that, at the end of the phase, the full retention has been held back from the compensation due for that phase. Percentage of completion of a phase shall be assessed in the sole and unfettered discretion by the Contracts Administrator designated herein by the City, or such other person as the City Manager shall designate, but only upon such proof demanded by the City that has been provided, but in no event shall such interim advance payment be made unless the Contractor shall have represented in writing that said percentage of completion of the phase has been performed by the Contractor. The practice of making interim monthly advances shall not convert this agreement to a time and materials basis of payment. B. ( ) Phased Fixed Fee An'angement. For the performance of each phase or portion of the Defrned Services by Consultant as are separately identified below, City shall pay the fixed fee associated with each phase of Services, 3. The difference between a single fixed fee amount with phased payments and a phased fixed fee amount is that, in a single fixed fee amount all of the work is required for all of the compensation. Payments are phased to help with consultant cash flow. In a phased fixed fee alTangement, the City has the authority to cancel or require perfonnance under subsequent phases, so that the compensation is due just for the phase of work required, and not for the total amount. 13-24 Page 17 in the amounts and at the times or milestones or Deliverables set forth. Consultant shall not commence Services under any Phase, and shall not be entitled to the compensation for a Phase, unless City shall have issued a notice to proceed to Consultant as to said Phase. Phase 1. Fee for Said Phase 2. $ $ $ " .J. ( ) 1. Interim Monthly Advances. The City shall make interim monthly advances against the compensation due for each phase on a percentage of completion basis for each given phase such that, at the end of each phase only the compensation for that phase has been paid. Any payments made hereunder shall be considered as interest free loans that must be returned to the City if the Phase is not satisfactorily completed. If the Phase is satisfactorily completed, the City shall receive credit against the compensation due for that phase. The retention amount or percentage set forth in Paragraph 19 is to be applied to each interim payment such that; at the end of the phase, the full retention has been held back from the compensation due for that phase. Percentage of completion of a phase shall be assessed in the sole and unfettered discretion by the Contracts Administrator designated herein by the City, or such other person as the City Manager shall designate, but only upon such proof demanded by the City that has been provided, but in no event shall such interim advance payment be made unless the Contractor shall have represented in writing that said percentage of completion of the phase has been performed by the Contractor. The practice of maldng interim monthly advances shall not convert this agreement to a time and materials basis of payment. C. ( ) Hourly Rate Arrangement For performance ofthe Defined Services by Consultant as herein required, City shall pay Consultant for the productive hours of time spent by Consultant in the performance of said Services, at the rates or amounts set forth in the Rate Schedule hereinbelow according to the following terms and conditions: (1) ( ) Not-to-Exceed Limitation on Time and Materials Arrangement Notwithstanding the expenditure by Consultant of time and materials in excess of said Maximum Compensation amount, Consultant agrees that Consultant will perform all of the Defined Services herein required of Consultant for $ including all Materials, and other "reimbursables" ("Maximum Compensation"). (2) ( ) Limitation without Further Authorization on Time and Materials Arrangement 13-25 Page 18 At such time as Consultant shall have incurred time and materials equal to ("Authorization Limit"), Consultant shall not be entitled to any additional compensation without further authorization issued in writing and approved by the City. Nothing herein shall preclude Consultant from providing additional Services at Consultant's own cost and expense. Category of Employee Rate Schedule4 Name of Consultant Hourly Rate $ $ $ $ $ ) Hourly rates may increase by 6% for services rendered after [month], 20_, if delay in providing services is caused by City. II. Materials Reimbursement Arrangement For the cost of out of pocket expenses incurred by Consultant in the perfonnance of services herein required, City shall pay Consultant at the rates or anlounts set forth below: ( ) None, the compensation includes all costs. Cost or Rate $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ () Reports, not to exceed $ () Copies, not to exceed $ () Travel, not to exceed $ () Printing, not to exceed $ () Postage, not to exceed $ () Delivery, not to exceed $ () Long Distance Telephone Charges, not to exceed $ () Other Actual Identifiable Direct Costs: , not to exceed $ , not to exceed $ 4. Tins section should be completed in all cases--ifthe main compensation scheme is a "time and materials arrangement" or for the purposes of requiring Additional Services. 13-26 Page 19 12. Contract Administrators: C. 5 lty: Consultant: 6 13. Liquidated Damages Rate: ( ) $ ( ) Other: per day. 14. Statement of Economic Interests, Consultant Reporting Categories, per Conflict of Interest Code: ( ) Not Applicable. Not an FPPC Filer.7 ( ) FPPC Filer ( ) Category No.1. Investments and sources of income. ( ) Category No.2. Interests in real property. ( ) Category No.3. Investments, interest in real property and sources of income subject to the regulatory, permit or licensing authority of the department. ( ) Category No.4. Investments in business entities and sources of income that engage in land development, construction or the acquisition or sale of real property. ( ) Category No.5. Investments in business entities and sources of income of the type which, within the past two years, have contracted with the City ofChula Vista 5. Sample Completion: Marilyn Poseggi, EnvirolIDlental Review Coordinator, Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910, (619) 691-5104. 6. Sanle as address etc. on Exh. A, p.l, plus name of lead contact. 7. If Consultant, in the performance of its services under this agreement: (1) conducts research and arrives at conclusions with respect to its rendition of information, advice, recommendations or counsel independent of the control and direction of the City or of any City official, other than normal contract monitoring; and (2) possesses no authority with respect to any City decision beyond the rendition of information, advice, recommendations or counsel, Consultant should not be designated as an FPPC Filer. 13-27 Page 20 (Redevelopment Agency) to provide services, supplies, materials, machinery or equipment. ( ) Category No.6. Investments in business entities and sources of income ofthe type which, within the past two years, have contracted with the designated employee's department to provide services, supplies, materials, machinery or equipment. ( ) Category No.7. Business positions. ) List "Consultant Associates" interests in real property within 2 radial miles of Project Property, if any: 15. ( ) Consultant is Real Estate Broker and/or Salesman 16. Permitted Subconsultants: 17. Bill Processing: A. Consultant's Billing to be submitted for the following period of time: ( ) Monthly ( ) Quarterly ( ) Other: B. Day of the Period for submission of Consultant's Billing: ( ) First of the Month ( ) 15th Day of each Month ( ) End of the Month ( ) Other: C. City's Account Number: 13-28 Page 21 ; 18. Security for Perfonnance ( ) Perfonnance Bond, $ ( ) Letter of Credit, $ ( ) Other Security: Type: Amount: $ ) Retention. If this space is checked, then notwithstanding other provisions to the contrary requiring the payment of compensation to the Consultant sooner, the City shall be entitled to retain, at their option, either tile following "Retention Percentage" or "Retention Amount" until the City detelmines that the Retention Release Event, listed below, has occurred: ( ) Retention Percentage: ( ) Retention Amount: $ % Retention Release Event: ( ) Completion of All Consult31lt Services ( ) Other: .I:\Attomey\CINDYMc\2PTY14 Consultant Ins Rev 9 2\ 06 (FINAL).doc 13-29 Page 22 Atto.vh[))en+- "B January 16, 2007 Economic & Planning Systems &al Estate E:tmomia: Regional E:OIWm.ia PublicF'm.an.ce Land UuPolic)' Jim Thompson. Interim City Manager 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, California 91910 Subject: Transmittal of Proposal, Chula Vista Financial Review; EPS #17006 Dear Mr. Thompson: 1 am pleased to have the opportunity, on behalf of Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (BPS,) to prepare the attached proposal for conducting a financial review for the City of Chula Vista. As you are aware, EPS has been serving the City in a number of capacities in recent years including work on the Growth Management Program, the Urban Core Specific Plan financing, and the Bayfront negotiations. This body of experience provides us with an understanding of circumstances in Chula Vista as well as good working relationships with key staff that will need to be involved. . We understand that the financial review is intended to be a "high-level" effort focusing on the strategic issues involved with Chula Vista's fiscal affairs and financing in the corning years. However, the scope of the financial review, even at a high level, is daunting. Many complex issues are involved, such as anticipating uncertain future events, detailed and complex financing histories, actuarial analysis, and complex relationships between land use and municipal costs and revenues. A disciplined effort will be required to stay on task and avoid unnecessary" drilling" into details, while at the same time providing meaningful analysis. We estimate that the budget for this effort will be $40,340, above the limit set forth in the Request for Proposals, but necessary in our view to produce a responsive analysis. This is an exciting time in Chula Vista and we are pleased to have the opportunity to help the City set a course for its future fiscal and financial well-being. We have tried our best to articulate an appropriate approach to the financial review and will be happy to discuss the matter further with you and your staff. Sincerely, ECONOMIC & PLANNING SYSTEMS, lNc. (N~~V' Walter F. Kieser Managing Principal BERKELEY 2501 Ninth St., Suite 200 Phone: 510.841-9190 :tlerkc:ley, CA 94710-2515 Fax: 510.841-9208 www.epsys.com V' SACRAMENTO Phone: 9Hi-649-8010 Fax: 916-649-2070 DENVER Phone: 303-623-3557 Fax: 303-623-9049 . 13-30 Draft Work Pragram Chula Vista Financial Review January 16, 2007 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING The City of Chula Vista finds itself at a threshold. For the past two decades, the City has enjoyed rapid urban development on its eastside, creating new, highly desirable neighborhoods and adding to the vitality of the City as a whole. However, the horizon for completion of eastside development is in view. At the same time regional market conditions have shifted, creating demand for higher density urban development located wit,hin the existing older portions of the City including the downtown core and bayfront areas. Over time, as the absolute amount of "greenfield" development diminishes, the City's emphasis will shift from "building" to "sustaining" and "restoring" the City's urban fabric. Anticipating these changes, the Request for Proposals (RFP) identifies seven topics to be addressed: . Description of the City's current approach to managing its finances . Review of the City's current financial condition . Identification of "the most pressing (financing) factors" facing the City . Evaluation of the fiscal performance and financial implications of new development . Review of capital expenditures and financing . . Review of the use of tax increment financing . Assessment of the City's "unfunded retirement liability" These seven financing topics are each weighty in their own regard; each could be a separate project, requiring special expertise and a budget higher than what is currently proposed for the overall study. Moreover, City staff, supported by consulting expertise, has continuously undertaken considerable effort over the years to address each of these topics in one form or another. For example, the Finance Department maintains a sophisticated fiscal forecasting capability, which is used, as it is understood, to inform annual Budget decisions. The City's Growth Management Program provides detailed analysis of the City's groWtl1 trends and potential. The Development Impact Fee program tracks millions of dollars of capital investment and related allocation of impact fee revenue and related sources of funds. Accordingly, it is expected that considerable involvement of City staff will be necessary to assure that prior and ongoing financial analysis, data, and controls are properly recognized. The financial review will begin with an evaluation of the nature of the aforementioned "shift" of emphasis in the City's development patterns. It will be followed with an assessment of current financial conditions, liabilities, practices, and capacities in view of expected changes in the pattern, quality, and quantity of development, along with baseline trends regarding municipal government costs and revenues including ever-increasing defined benefit retirement program liabilities and expected trends at the State level affecting local government financing. . Finally, the financial review will provide five- and ten-year fiscal forecasts and a. related set of conclusions and actions for all seven financing topics, which will be presented to the City Council following a round of technical review. Given constraints of budget and time, additional, more specific analysis may be required for some topics to resolve critical questions tl1at arise br to map a sound way forward. 1 M: \PropilSlll5 \ 17000s \17006chlllA_rist~ \ 17006ptext.dac 13-31 J),-aft Work Program Chula Vista Financial Review January 16,2007 TECHNICAL APPROACH Given the broad scope and complexity of issues involved in the financial review, care will need to be taken to avoid" data traps" or excessive analysis, at least in the first stage of the effort. Accordingly, the assignment will be conducted as a high-level analysis involving review of relevant information, policy, and data that can be provided by the City staff, construction of a straightforward analytical framework for budget forecasting, and formulation of conclusions and actions_ These actions may address issues identified under each financing topic or, as has been mentioned, call for additional analysis to clarify or quantify an issue. . Review of existing data and analysis. The Consultant has completed several assignments in Chula Vista in recent years and gained general familiarity with the City and its budgeting and financial practices, at least in general. Existing documentation, including current and prior budgets, Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFRs), audits, bond official statements, and other formal reporting provide a wealth of information regarding the Oty's financial position. These existing documents provided by the Oty will form the basis of the fiscal and financial analysis . Collaboration with Ci1;y staff. While the analysis will be independent, close collaboration with City staff will be necessary to assure completeness and clarity regarding fiscal and financial documentation. Collaboration will occur through a series of project meetings with senior staff members and one-on-one interviews where more in-depth information is required. . . Focus upon key "change indicators". The broad scope of the assignment requires a "high- level" approach to quickly identify the major" change indicators", those factors likely to influence the City's fiscal and financial position in the future. The analysis will explore how the City can, starting now, respond to these factors. . Preparation of technical analysis. Technical analysis will build upon prior and ongoing futancial analysis and modeling efforts conducted by the City staff in recent years. A straightforward fiscal/financial model is proposed to identify and illustrate future budget conditions in five and ten year horizons. . Arriving at conclusions and action steps. The independent financial review will focus on quickly and efficiently identifying potential problems and actions to avert such problems. As such, the effort, when completed, will constitute a strategy composed of a series of discrete actions directed at problems that have been identified. 2 M: \ PropoSJIIs \ 170005 \ 1700tidlldll_lIisl1l \17006pte::rt.doc 13-32 Draft Wo,-k Program Chula Vista Financial Review January 16, 2007 WORK PROGRAM TASK 1- PROJECT INITIATION WORKSHOP Initially, a comprehensive data request will be assembled for City staff_ Following receipt and review of the requested data, the Consultant will conduct a daylong workshop with City staff to discuss the financial review topics and make inquiries regarding data provided. This workshop will assure that the Consultant has a complete set of relevant information from City staff and that the staff has an opportunity to explain and elaborate on the topics, as may be necessary. The workshop would be structured according to the financial review topics, with the relevant, knowledgeable staff members joining the workshop as necessary to elaborate on the topic and explore any issues. A memorandum will be prepared following the workshop that summarizes what has been discussed and agreed upon, including the production of documents and data, any revisions or specifications of the work program, and the ongoing roles and relationships between the Consultant and staff as the review proceeds. TASK 2 - CITY BUDGET ANALYSIS AND FORECAST Over the past two decades of growth and development, the City of Chula Vista has enjoyed steady growth in its revenue base, while at the same time service costs needed to maintain and improve service standards have continued to increase. The City has managed this process successfully up to this date. All the normal indicators appear positive and sound, despite the continuing challenges presented by an unstable State/local government fiscal regime, continuing demands for improved employee benefits, and the vagaries of national economic cycles. As a part of this analysis, the standard indicators of fiscal soundness will be explored including current (mid-year) budget conditions, evaluation of recent CAFRs, and forecasting that is prepared by the City as a part of its budget preparation. However, the key in this analysis will be the identification of the major trends, expected events, or changes that will influence the budget in the future. This major trends include endogenous factors such as reduced levels of development as the City nears "buildout", socio- economic and demographic shifts, impacts of increasing defined benefit retirement obligations and increasing maintenance expenditures, as well as exogenous factors such as changing regional market conditions, expected changes in State law affecting municipal finance, and national economic cycles. Given uncertainties regarding, these factors it will be important to use "sensitivity analysis" to explore variations in these assumptions. A straightforward fiscal modeling framework will be prepared to test and evaluate these anticipated changes, set against a backdrop of the City's existing budget forecasting efforts. This analytical effort will result in a quantitative assessment of fiscal trends at a five- and ten- 3 M:\Propasals\1700Ds\17DD6chulIUlisill\17005pte:ct.doc 13-33 Draft Work Program Chula Vista Financial ReV1."ew January 16, 2007 year time horizon, as required in the RFP. The analysis will also be directed to evaluate the "marginal" impacts of key sub-areas of the City including the Bayfront, the urban core, and the remaining eastside development. The fiscal analysis will be conducted in three phases. First, basic financial documents will be obtamed and reviewed. Conclusions regarding budget review will be documented in a summary memorandum. This will be followed by identification of the major trends, expected events, or changes that will influence the budget in the future and circulated in memorandum form for review and comment. Finally, the budget forecast will be prepared, given likely dynamics and reflecting a range of possibillties so that a "best case" and a "worst case" can be identified. As noted above, this. analytical effort will be compatible with the City's ongoing budget forecasting efforts. TASK 3 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ANALYSIS The City has engaged in substantial capital investments during the past two decades including capital projects associated with providing municipal facilities and services to the developing eastside neighborhoods and major City-serving facilities including the City library, police administration building, and City Hall reconstruction. This task will include an evaluation of the current capital improvement program focusing upon the adequacy of funding to meet capital requirements. Additionally, the growing needs of the City to maintain and reconstruct infrastructure as this infrastructure ages will be evaluated. The development impact fees paid by new development created a substantial amount of funding over the past two decades tQ build existing infrastructure. However, maintaining and J;econstructing this infrastructure will fall pJ:imarily upon Citywide sources. It may be necessary to adopt a "life-cycle" approach to capital financing to assure that adequate funding, consistent with appropriate accounting standards, are raised and set aside to fund these future costs. TASK 4 - ASSESSMENTOF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING The City has established a redevelopment agency, which has the authority to issue "tax increment financing" - bonds secured by a pledge of property taxes otherwise accruing to local (and state) government units. Chula Vista has had an active redevelopment program for many years with a number of project areas created to reduce blight and provide for urban revitalization. While redevelopment activities are rarely without controversy, the agency has successfully completec\ many projects. We are also aware that the Community Development Department; which administers the redevelopment agency, has recently undergone some managementreview and reorgimizing efforts, including tile creation of an oversight nonprofit corporation. The redevelopment agency review will focus on an assessment of current capacities and liabilities - the status of the project areas with respect to anticipated increment, liabilities, and 4 1I1;\Propasals\17000s\17005chllla_vistli\17006pte:J..i.dot: 13-34 Draft W~71"k Program Chula Vista Financial Review January 16, 2007 funding capacity. Regarding capacity, it will be important to review management practices regarding how costs and revenues are applied. Finally, it will be important to identify pending projects and what expectations exist for redevelopment resources. In Chula Vista, as is the case elsewhere, there is a tendency to assume that resources are greater than they actually are, that the resources "belong" to the project that generates them, and that there are no costs associated (e.g., losses to the City's General Fund). Accordingly, it will be valuable to establish criteria for allocation of redevelopmentresources, including remaining unallocated tax increment flows and flows expected from subsequent agency actions (e.g., new projects). TASK 5 - RETffiEMENT SYSTEM LIABILITIES The topic of retirement system liabilities is of substantial concern for many local governments because current decisions and commitme,nts regarding public employee retirement benefits will, as a continuing contractual obligation, affect budgets for years to come. Continued pressure to ,improve benefits, the "defined" nature of these systems combined with volatility in financial markets, and expected longevity of those receiving retirement benefits all make analysis, let alone meeting these obligations, challenging. Public employee retirement systems that have not responded positively to those pressures have caused significan~ financial difficulty for municipallties around the State. Documentation regarding the City's current retirement obligations will be obtained, including financial statements, collective bargaining agreements, PERS data, etc. Interviews will be conducted with key staff people (finance and human resources) following this review to reveal or better understand issues that )1lay exist. A memorandum will be prepared documenting the resUlts of this inquiry. If significant issues are revealed that suggest significant unfunded liabilities in the future, a more thorough actuarial analysis may need to be conducted to measure the actual size of the liability. TASK 6 ~ CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS At the conclusion of the technical efforts, the interim results documented in technical memoranda will be assembled and a set of over arching conclusions and recommendations articulated. As noted previously, this overall analysis is intended to be "high-level" rather that overly detailed,focusing on the potentially big issues that will influence the City's fiscal and financial well-being in coming decades. Recommendations will focus on changes that can be made presently'to manage expected problems. However, in some instances, additional, more detailed analysis may be required before a clear path forward can be articulated, especially given the sensitivity of tllese problems (e.g., unfunded retirement system liabilities). The conclusions and recommendations will be prepared in summary presentation format for presentation and discussion with the City's senior management, the Mayor, and City Council members. ' 5 10.1; \PTapl1SllI. \17000.' 17006chuIa_tJ~~tl/ \ 17006pfal.Joc 13-35 Dl"ajt Work Pragl"am Chula Vista Fin.ancial Review January 16, 2007 PROPOSED STAFFING, BUDGET & SCHEDULE Senior EPS staff, including Walter Kieser, Managing Principal, and Richard Berkson, Principal, will conduct the proposed financial review. Paul Shabsis will assist Mr. Berkson and Mr. Kieser with research and modeling efforts. Mr. Kieser will serve as Principal-in-Charge; Mr. Berkson will serve as day-to-day Project Manager. As noted in the technical proposal, the financial review is viewed as a collaborative effort. It is expected that a significant effort will be required on the part of staff, including senior staff, to assist with document assembly and assessment and provide necessary guidance. It also may be the case that existing contractors serving the City, auditors, retirement specialists, etc. may also provide helpful information and insights. The budget for the financial review is estimated to be $40,340. This is above the $30,000 suggested in the RFP; however, careful consideration of the tasks involved, the need for effective liaison and communication, and foreknowledge of the circumstances in Chula Vista all suggest that more resources will be required. Moreover, it may be the case that additional detailed analysis, beyond the scope of the financial review, will be indicated by the financial review. Examples of potential additional analysis include preparation of detailed "life cycle cost" analysis for public facilities maintained by the City, actuarial analysis of retirement liabilities, and tax increment forecasts based upon detailed market absorption analysis. Meeting the 45 to 60 day schedule set forth in the RFP will require a concerted effort on the part of the Consultant and the City staff. Key to meeting this schedule will be conducting the project initiation workshop immediately following the establishment of the consulting contract and expeditious collection and delivery of the necessary data and background information so that the review effort can get underway. 6 M:\PropoSlllo\1.70D0s\!7006chu1l1_tliSIIl\17006pta~doc 13-36 Economic & Planning Systems I'llb/J.' j:ll"I'I<C Rl'<J1 f'Si<lll! !:cond1l1i($ Rq;itltJ<J1 rrOtWmii~ l.IW'/ l'~" t'"lit)' EDUCATION PAUL SHABSIS Research Analyst As a Research Analyst at EPS, Paul Shabsis has worked at the firm for over one year. He has academic and professional experience in areas of real estate market analysis, fiscal and economic impact analysis, affordable housing, and incorporation analysis. Bachelor of History, University of California, Berkeley, 2005 AFFILIATIONS SPUR member SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE c Real Estate Market Analysis Mr. Shabsis has academic experience studying the evolution of commercial and residential development in the western United States. He has analyzed a variety of real estate product types, including residential, retail/commercial, office, industrial, and multi-use markets. Fiscal and Economic Impact Analysis Mr. Shabsis has developed models to evaluate the fiscal and economic impacts of a variety of projects. Some have assisted local jurisdictions in assessing the potential fiscal and economic benefits of redevelopment projects. Affordable Housing Mr. Shabsis has experience in affordable housing development impact fee analysis, including jobs-housing linkage fee analysis. Housing Needs Assessment Mr. Shabsis has experience in housing needs assessment at the county level. lhis involves quantifying supply and demand for housing across the economic spectrum, with a focus on the need for affordable housing. Incorporation Analysis Mr. Shabsis is currently completing an incorporation study. This involves projecting municipal cost and revenues and determining the financial feasibility of the proposed municipality. It also involves evaluating the impacts of incorporation upon agencies presently providing services to the area. BE R K E LEY :!;':Oi NillfnSlr.eel,'inite2\){J Rerkel~y, C;\ 94711) www,'m~Y$ l'nm SAC RAM E N T 0 DEN V E R pht.nt- 51 i)_~.ll ..'>1 '-"! fa~ 5 i [Hi.~1.~'2(l:i "",.." V" pht'tJl' <1j,<_fd"_il<1j(, i~, ,-,. i (;-;,--19-2')7{' ph"'h; Ie) '_h~1. \.~~-; LIX )i',l_(,-'.i,'iU_l'; M:\RESUME\ Rf'Sum~s07\ShIl/15is07 ..gelleral.doc 13-37 EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from Sonoma State University (SSU) in 1974. Graduate course work in economics and public administration at SSU and the University of California, Berkeley. AFFILIATIONS American Planning Association, Member California Association of Local Agency Formation Commissions, Associate Member HONORS + AWARDS FTAlFfWVAlAPA "Transportation Planning Excellence Award" 2004 - Valiey Metro Rail Station Development Opportunities and Strategies, Phoenix, AZ California APA "Award of Merit for Planning implementation" 2002- Sonoma County Housing Element, Sonoma County, CA BERKELEY 2'~\1! N'T;;mSiT'l'lr,~;]nF ~f){l HLil);T'(e_\',l.\Y.HIiJ-;515 Economic i6- Planning Systems Pulllit h'''I>JCf' RMJ fH~h Ikp"ornh.. RrgitFtal fll"'''mii~ {,wd (!,~ P,;!itr WALTER F. KIESER Managing Principal Mr. Kieser is a Founder, Managing Principal, and President of Economic & Planning Systems, Inc., an urban economics consulting firm with offices in Berkeley, Sacramento, and Denver. The firm serves public and private sector clients throughout the United States. EXPERTISE Urban and Regional Planning Participated in the preparation of numerous comprehensive and specific plans for cities and COlIDties, with emphasis on demographic and economic forecasts, real estate market analyses, land use analyses, and policies and programs related to growth management, transportation, urban revitalization, recreation and open space, public services and infrastructure, and housing. Economic Development and Revitalization Assisted cities with preparing economic development and revitalization strategies associated with downtown business areas, visitor-seIVing resort development, and retail shopping centers. These strategies have involved. the use of traditional redevelopment techniques, public/private partnerships, and implementation of transit-oriented mixed use development. Resource Conservation Participated in numerous programs and projects designed to preserve open space and natural habitats, preserve agricultural lands, and ensure productive and sustainable use of natural resources. These programs applied creative regulatory mechanisms (planning and zoning), compensatory regulations, and public acquisition techniques. Government Organization Prepared numerous governance feasibility studies addressing municipal incorporation, major annexations, special district formations and consolidations, and inter-governmental agreements. These feasibility studies typically involved preparation of detailed pro forma operational and capital budgets, and analysis of impacts of reorganization upon existing agencies. Negotiated Agreements Managed and participated in numerous real estate developments, infrastructure financing, and intergovernmental negotiations involving public and private participants. These negotiations have resulted in successful agreements, including mitigation and tax sharing agreements, intergovernmental agreements, development agreements, owner participation agreements, and real estate disposition agreements. SACRAMENTO DENVER p!lmH' ,I ! (,-6.~\)~fiC) i () f;n 91r,.',.f'l-.:r"'i i'~'H'~ ~(lj-(1.:~-.L'57 t~1 < l o"l _1.2 J -'.1).1 'J "''''10.' i'.;'~'.',;,n...' f~!'"<l s:n"lI-<l.,-.j..'lj I \... );th~41._\)211,! M;\RESUME\Resullu:s07\KiestrOl )OIlg.doc 13-38 WALTER F. KIESER 12 ECONOMIC & PLANNING SYSTEMS Fiscal and Economic Impact Analysis Prepared detailed fiscal and economic impact analysis on a wide variety of land use plans, development projects, government reorganization proposals, infrastructure projects and initiative ballot measures. These quantitative analyses have focused on determining potential fiscal and financial impacts, the costs of growth, and ensuring successful implementation of public policy objectives. Public Finance Prepared numerous public financing strategies and plans for a wide variety of public services and infrastructure projects, including development project- related infrastructure, area-wide capital improvement programs, open space and conservation projects and specific infrastructure projects, Financing techniques applied have included formulation of area-specific and facility- specific development impact fees, special tax bonds, and redevelopment tax increment financing. M:\RE.SUMEIResumes07\Kiest107 _lung.doc 13-39 EDUCATION Master of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley, 1982 Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, University of California, Berkeley, 1980 Undergraduate study in Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1976-1977 PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT Research Associate, Angus McDonald and Associates (1981-1983) 8 E R K E L. E Y :!5Ui Nimh Slfcel, Sni:el11l) Herkeky, C A 947111 www.~I'~Y$ cow Economic <3- Planning Systems J'ld}li~' l'in"HII'1' R"lll Ii,'are f:,Ull;Il!I/,,, J{"gi<lll<l{ tf{"'l)rni(~ r<1I1,1 t"-'l! Pwlhr RICHARD L. BERKSON Principal Richard L. Berkson, an EPS founding partner, has substantial experience in fiscal and budgetary forecasting, and evaluating the market and financial analysis of land use plans, capital improvement programs, local government reorganization proposals, and real estate projects. His work includes conducting budget analysis, market studies and detailed pro forma cash flow analyses of public/private development proposals. SELECTED PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Alameda Development Services Department Budget Reorganization and Analysis, Alameda, CA The Development Services Department of the City of Alameda retained EPS to reorganize the structure and format of its departmental budget consisting primarily of restricted funds. These funding sources included property tax increment, lease revenues, Commuility Development Block Grant (CDBG), and HOME funds. The reorganized budget provided a basis for developing a budget forecast for the department, which dearly outlined future revenues, project commitments, debt service obligations, and available net balance. The budget forecast helped to better inform policy decisions about the department's future goals and commitments. Kansas City Investment Sustainabllity, Kansas City, MO Kansas City historically has provided substantial incentives to encourage economic development, job creation, housing and business retention. However, the City's concerns about the potential impacts of incentives, revenue diversions and tax abatements on the City's budget and services prompted a study of its incentive policies. EPS, as part of a consulting team,. worked with City staff to develop a fiscal model to evaluate the short and long-term effects of incentives, abatements, and debt service guarantees and to propose alternative policies. Treasure Island Redevelopment, San Francisco, CA Since 1995, EPS has provided services to the Treasure Island Development Authority (TIDA) and the City of San Francisco. Projects have included financial and market analysis of waterfront development, evaluation of infrastructure financing for the Treasure Island reuse plan. lease negotiations with developers, pro forma cash flow analyses, development strategy and planning for the Business Plan and Economic Development Conveyance (EDC) Application for NSTI, and EDC Negotiations with the Navy. SAC RAM E N T 0 DENVER ~")? I'h'\1)(" "1,;.f)4,...j-l(Jj(' t'nx _)\6_1_..),)..:;:1)71, phl'n>: l(, ;..,i~:l I." L\\ \('j.6.:'J."\!~\l plwn~ 5iU-ll")].,'l"" ja," 51')-8,ll-"2(l.') M:\RESUME\Resumes07\B~lcson07 -pub.doc 13-40 RESOLUTION NO. 2007- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 CITY COUNCIL BUDGET IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET TRANSFER POLICY; APPROVING, IN CONCEPT THE SELECTION OF ECONOMIC & PLANNING SYSTEMS (EPS) AS THE CONSULTANT TO PERFORM AN INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL REVIEW OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA; AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS WHEREAS, on December 5, 2007, Mayor Cox presented her 10-point action plan, which included as its first point of action an Independent Financial Review (IFR) of the City's finances; and WHEREAS, on January 4, 2007, in consultation with the 1FR Council Subcommittee, consisting of Mayor Cox and Councilman Castaneda, the City Manager issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) in order to identifY a third-party consultant to conduct the IFR; and WHEREAS, Economic & Planning Systems (BPS) submitted a proposal in response to the RFP and the 1FR Council Subcommittee has determined EPS to be the most responsive and responsible bidder with the proposal that best meets, or exceeds, the requirements of the Scope of Work included in the RFP, and is considered to be the most advantageous to the City; and WHEREAS, the cost of retaining EPS to conduct the IFR will be in an amount not-to- exceed $40,000, and will require a budget transfer between budgetary categories within the City Council's operating budget; and WHEREAS, the City Council Policy on Financial Reporting and Transfer Authority indicates that any transfers between budgetary categories (personnel Services, Supplies and Services, Other Expenses and Capital) over $15,000 requires City Council approval; and WHEREAS, it is anticipated that sufficient savings exists within the City Council Budget due to reducing the Coastal Environmental Land Use Consultant position from full-time to half- time; and WHEREAS, the anticipated contract with EPS will be under the maximum dollar amount of contracts which the City Manager is authorized to enter into on the City's behalf, pursuant to the City's Municipal Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista hereby approves, in concept, the selection of Economic & Planning Systems to perform an Independent Financial Review of the City; amends the Fiscal Year 2006/2007 budget by transferring $40,000 from the Personnel Services category to the Supplies and Services category 13-41 02/06/2007 Item - Page 2 of2 to fund the Independent Financial Review; and directs the City Manager to proceed with contract negotiations, accordingly. Presented by Approved as to form by gc~au :J;;! ore ~i~ ttomey Maria Kachadoorian Director of Finance 13-42 ~\rt- ~ ~=::".t"==- l.-~-Ol' ~u:f CW> D~:~ by 'g~I""''l.. CI1Y OF CHUJA VISTA RUDY RAMIREZ COUNCILMAN January 24, 2007 Honorable Fabian Nunez Speaker of the CA Assembly CA State Capitol P.O. Box 942849 Sacramento, CA 94249-0046 Dear Speaker Nunez: I want to express my support for Councilmember Steve Castaneda for the position of California Coastal Commissioner. He is an excellent candidate for the position and will make a wonderful contribution to the decision making process for our California Coast. Over the many years that I have known Councilmember Castaneda, I have found him to be a man with high regard for the citizens of our state and an unwavering commitment to his duties in city government. His strong leadership skills and immense experience in determining policy and managing government functions make him infinitely qualified to serve in this capacity. Council member Castaneda's ability to work in collaboration with the community, other elected officials, and with the corporate community speaks to his qualifications. I have found him to be of the highest ethical character, with a fair and objective approach to complex issues. His leadership as the City of Chula Vista's representative to the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives, (lCLEI), the San Diego Association of Governments Energy Working Group, the Interagency Water Task Force and on the Chula Vista City Council Public Safety Subcommittee demonstrates his ability to handle sensitive issues in a professional manner. I strongly encourage you to appoint Councilmember Steve Castaneda to the California Coastal Commission. Thank you for your consideration. warm.. :regards, .). ~/ .-0 ~I R6d-~~7fe:l ~ 276 Fourth Avenue' Chula Vista' California 91910' (619) 691-5044 . Fax (619) 476-5379 rram irez@chulavistaca.gov @PaSJ_CnmumerRecydodP"per . 2 - (p - 01- I-iw'liO...J-o f) l)aa.isb't ~Ir-c,. COUNCILMEMBER John McCann January 25, 2007 Honorable Fabian Nunez Speaker of the CA Assembly CA State Capitol P.O. Box 942849 Sacramento, CA 94249-0046 Dear Speaker Nunez: I would like to convey my support for my colleague, Chula Vista Councilman Steve Castaneds for the California Coastal Commissioner. Due to the many coastal issues in our community, I strongly urge you to appoint a fellow Chula Vistan for the position. I have known Councilmember Castaneda for many years and have found him to be very capable. His ability to work with other elected officials, business leaders and the community demonstrate his professional qualifications to serve as a California Coastal Commissioner. His leadership in representing Chula Vista with ICLEI, the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives, the SANDAG Energy Working Group and the Interagency Water Task Force make him well-qualified to represent the San Diego region on the Commission as well. He is fair and objective when considering sensitive, complex issues before the City Council and I know he will give the same consideration as a Commissioner. Thank you for your consideration on this most important matter. 276 Fourth Avenue. Chula Vista. California 91910. (619) 691-5044. Fax (619) 476-5379 j m eean n(~)c h u lavistaca. gO\ @rO'I-('m,umprR~('Y,I(<lf'Jp",