HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2000/06/05 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
JUNE 5, 2000 6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
An Adjourned Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:06
p.m. in the Council Conference Room located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista,
California.
1. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Moot, Salas and Mayor Horton
ABSENT: Councilmember Padilla
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Kaheny, Deputy City
Clerk Norris
BUDGET HEARINGS
2. INTRODUCTION: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Deputy City Manager Powell presented an overview of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2000-
2001. Councilmembers questioned the effect ofinternet sales on sales tax revenues. Deputy City
Manager Powell responded that internet sales are projected to increase to $2.3 trillion by 2004;
and 25% of new ear sales will be made via the intemet by 2002.
Councilmembers expressed concern about the potential loss of sales tax on vehicle purchases and
suggested that research be undertaken to show and confirm that sales tax revenues with reference
to "satellite" dealerships will stay in the City.
A. PUBLIC LIBRARY
Deputy City Manager Palmer presented the departmenrs proposed budget highlights for Fiscal
Year 2000-2001.
Councilmember Salas suggested that a task force be established to look at creating a Cultural Arts
Center in the City.
Mayor Hotton supported the proposed new library locations in the eastern portion of the City and
asked when construction could be expected. Deputy City Manager Palmer responded that
construction could begin within 3-5 years, depending upon approval of grant funding.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to conceptually approve the proposed budget for the
Library. Deputy Mayor Moot seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0.
At 7:07 p.m. Mayor Horton declared a brief recess. The meeting reconvened at 7:12 p.m., with
Councilmembers Davis, Moot, Salas and Mayor Horton present.
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BUDGET HEARINGS (Continued)
B. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Deputy City Manager Palmet presented the Parks and Recreation Department's proposed budget
for Fiscal Year 2000-2001.
Mr. Frank Shaferty, a member of the audience, spoke regarding the necessity to obtain qualified
coaches if new tennis courts are constructed and the need to maintain a high caliber of training for
students in the City.
Mr. Armando Gomez, a Chula Vista resident, recommended that Council consider building tennis
courts in Eucalyptus Park.
Mayor Horton recognized the City's immediate need for tennis facilities and stated that there
must be guarantees of a well-organized, professional tennis program. She asked staff to provide
detailed feedback to the Council on the issue.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to conceptually approve the proposed budget for the Parks
and Recreation Department. Councilmember Salas seconded the motion, and it
carried 4-0.
C. FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Chief Hardiman presented the Fire Department's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2000-2001
and highlighted the enhancements requested.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to conceptually approve the proposed budget for the Fire
Department. Deputy Mayor Moot seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0.
D. POLICE DEPARTMENT
Police Chief Emerson presented the department's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2000-2001 and
informed the Council that the City's overall crime rates have decreased, more so than compared
with neighboring cities.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to conceptually approve the proposed budget for the Police
Department. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it carded 4-0.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were none.
OTHER BUSINESS
3. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
There were none.
4. MAYOR'S REPORTS
There were none.
5. COUNCIL COMMENTS
There were none.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 8:10 p.m., Mayor Horton adjourned the meeting to the Regular Meeting of June 6, 2000, to be
followed immediately by an Adjourned Meeting in the Cotmcil Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Norris, Deputy City Clerk
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