HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2000/08/01 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AUGUST 1, 2000 4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:05
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in the Public Services Building, 276 Fourth Avenue,
Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Davis, Moot, Padilia, Salas, and Mayor Horton.
(Deputy Mayor Moot arrived at 4:15 p.m. and left the meeting at 6:37
p.m.)
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Rowlands, City Attorney Kaheny, City Clerk Bigelow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, MOMENT OF SILENCE
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
· PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION TO THE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH,
PATTY WESP, SECRETARY TO THE MAYOR'S OFFICE
Mayor Horton introduced the City's employee of the month, Patty Wesp., presented her with the
proclamation and commended Patty for her many years of dedicated service to the City.
· OATH OF OFFICE: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - JOANNE
CLAYTON
City Clerk Bigelow administered the Oath of Office, and Councilmember Padilla presented Ms.
Clayton with a certificate of appointment.
· PRESENTATION BY SDG&E REGARDING SUMMER ENERGY BILLS
SDG&E representative Buz Schott provided Council with a brief presentation and stated that
there are immediate actions that consumers can take by contacting SDG&E regarding bill
payments and rebates. He added that with the diminishing energy reserves, new power plants are
planned over the next several years.
Steve Molski, 677 G Street #111, stated that many mobilehome parks have individual meters but
rebates are being sent to the owners, not the tenants. Mr. Schott responded that SDG&E had
written letters to all mobilehome park owners stating that rebates were to be paid to the park
tenants immediately, either by check or credit.
Lupita Jimenez asked that residents be provided with information on meters that inform
customers of peak usage hours. Mr. Schott responded that meter costs are decreasing and
SDG&E hopes to have a rebate program in place in the near future.
Mayor Horton mentioned that the Public Utilities Commission is considering a request for an
SDG&E rate freeze or rollback. Mr. Schott stated that the request will be considered by the PUC
on August 3, 2000, and if approved, SDG&E will comply.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1 through 7)
1. ORDINANCE NO. 2815, AN ORDiNANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA AMENDiNG SECTION 10.64.030 OF THE CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXEMPT CHULA VISTA CITY VEHICLES FROM
DRIViNG ONLY ON TRUCK ROUTES (2ND READING AND ADOPTION)
The Ordinance amendment allows staff driving City maintenance vehicles to travel on
any City street while performing their assigned duties, and when traveling from one site
to another, without violating the Municipal Code by not traveling on a designated truck
route. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council place the ordinance on second reading for adoption.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-263, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE RETENTION AGREEMENT WITH
PEGGY McCARBERG, ESQ. FOR LEGAL SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED
UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY FOR FISCAL YEAR
2000/2001
In this year's budget transmittal letter, the City Attorney advised Council that the City
would need to provide funding for a part-time contract attorney on a continuing basis to
assist with the myriad land use issues facing the City. For the past six years, the City has
utilized the services of Ms. McCarberg on an hourly basis for this purpose. It is now
necessary to authorize an amendment of the retention agreement for fiscal year
2000/2001. (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
3 A. URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 2916-A OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDiNG CHAPTER 3.44 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL
CODE TO PROVIDE FOR CONTINUED UTILITIES USERS TAX ASSESSMENTS
OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGARDLESS OF FEDERAL EXCISE TAX
REPEAL (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED)
B. ORDiNANCE NO. 2816, ORDiNANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTER 3.44 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL
CODE TO PROVIDE FOR CONTINUED UTILITY USERS' TAX ASSESSMENTS
OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGARDLESS OF FEDERAL EXCISE TAX
REPEAL (FIRST READiNG)
Definitions in the City's local utility users' tax have long referred to federal excise tax
laws in helping to define what intrastate telecommunications services are subject to the
tax. The federal government is in the process of repealing the federal excise tax on
telecommunications. In order to avoid the inadvertent reduction in City utility users' tax
revenues from telephone service, staff is recommending that the utility users' tax
ordinance be revised so as not to be reliant on the continued existence of the federal
excise tax. (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the urgency ordinance and place Ordinance No.
2816 on first reading.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-264, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ESTABLISHiNG DATES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS TO
BE READY TO RECEIVE UNDERGROUND SERVICE AND FOR THE REMOVAL
OF UTILITY POLES AND OVERHEAD FACILITIES WITHIN UNDERGROUND
UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 130, ALONG ORANGE AVENUE FROM FOURTH
AVENUE TO PALOMAR STREET
On January 11, 2000, Council held a public heating and adopted Resolution No.
2000-018 establishing Underground Utility District No. 130, along Orange Avenue from
Fourth Avenue to Palomar Street. In accordance with Section 15.32.150 of the Chula
Vista Municipal Code, Resolution No. 18177 states that Council shall, by subsequent
resolution, set the date upon which affected property owners must be ready to receive
underground service and the date by which SDG&E shall remove utility poles, overhead
wires and associated structures. The conversion of overhead utilities to underground is to
be completed by January 31, 2001. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
5 A. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-265, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA LEVYiNG THE SPECIAL TAX FOR FISCAL YEAR
2000/2001 FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICTS 97-1, 97-2, 97-3, 98-1, 98-3,
AND 99-1
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-266, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL $19,216 EACH FOR
CFD'S 97-3, 99-1, AND 2000-1 TO COVER COSTS FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES
FOR BONDED DISTRICTS
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-267, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING AN ANNUAL SPECIAL
TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-1 (SUNBOW II -
VILLAGES 5 THROUGH 10) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001
Two new Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) were established during Fiscal Year
1999/2000 in the Otay Ranch and Sunbow developments, in addition to the six CFDs
established during Fiscal Year 1998/1999. Property owners must be assessed during
Fiscal Year 2000/2001 in seven of these districts in order to pay for the maintenance of
open space and preserve areas in CFDs 97-1, 97-2, 98-1 and 98-3; and to begin repaying
bondholders in CFDs 97-3, 99-1 and 2000-1. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-268, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA GRANTING AN UNDERGROUND EASEMENT FOR
WATER FACILITY PURPOSES TO OTAY WATER DISTRICT FOR THE PURPOSE
OF LAYiNG UNDERGROUND WATER PIPELINES AND LATERALS, TOGETHER
WITH THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, OPERATE, REPLACE,
REMOVE, OR ENLARGE DRAINS, WATER FACILITIES, AND APPURTENANT
STRUCTURES IN, UPON, OVER, AND ACROSS CITY-OWNED PROPERTY
LOCATED ON LOT "B" OF CHULA VISTA TRACT 90-07, SUNBOW PHASE 1B,
UNITS 3, 4, & 16 OF FINAL MAP 13720
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
Chula Vista Tract 90-07, Sunbow Phase 1B, Units 3, 4, & 16, is a 204-1ot subdivision
located east of Medical Center Drive/Brandywine Avenue and north of Olympic
Parkway. Otay Water District proposes to construct water facilities under a City open
space lot and is requesting an easement for all purposes, together with the right of ingress
thereto and egress therefrom. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-269, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BALLOT TEXT, THE
IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS AND ARGUMENT IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSED
CHARTER AMENDMENTS TO SECTIONS 602 AND 607 TO BE SUBMITTED TO
THE ELECTORATE AT THE SPECIAL MUNICiPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD 1N
SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2000
At the Council meeting of July 25, 2000, Council, after receiving a report from the
Charter Review Commission and hearing public testimony, voted unanimously for the
City Attorney to return to Council with a resolution to place an amendment to Charter
Section 602 on the November 7, 2000 ballot. The proposed Charter amendment
authorizes Council, upon a four-fifths vote, to appoint non-electors of the City to
advisory boards whose duties involve regional issues. (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to approve staff recommendations and offered the Consent
Calendar, headings read, texts waived. The motion carried 5-0.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Rod Davis, Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce, alerted the City to a potential fraud situation.
He indicated that he has notified the District Attorneys in San Diego and Los Angeles Counties
and will also be notifying the postal service.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
8. CONSOLIDATED PUBLIC HEARINGS REGARDING FUTURE ANNEXATIONS
TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT), IMPROVEMENT AREA "A"; FORMING COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 99-2 (OTAY RANCH SPA ONE - VILLAGE ONE WEST) AND
AUTHORIZiNG SPECIAL TAX; FUTURE ANNEXATIONS TO COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 99-2 (OTAY RANCH SPA ONE - VILLAGE ONE
WEST); ANNEXATION TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2
(PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), IMPROVEMENT AREA "A"
The Otay Ranch Company has requested the City to conduct proceedings for the
formation of Community Facilities District No. 99-2 (CFD No. 99-2). The conditions of
approval of the tentative map require that the developer request the formation of an open
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
space district prior to the approval of the first "A" map. The district formation shall be
submitted to Cotmcil prior to approval of Village One West's first final "B" map. This
district will fund the perpetual operation and maintenance of open space slopes, drainage
channels, detention basins, medians and parkways of Village One West in Otay Ranch
SPA One. In addition, CFD No. 99-2 district liens will take over the obligations of
Village One West with regard to CFD No. 98-1, the Interim Open Space Maintenance
District. A Notice of Special Tax Lien Cancellation will be filed 30 days after the CFD
No. 99-2 certified vote is approved by Council. The City has retained the services of
MeGill Martin Self, Inc. as special tax consultant and Best, Best & Krieger as legal
counsel to provide assistance during the proceedings. Adoption of the resolutions initiates
the formal proceedings leading to the establishment of CFD No. 99-2. (Director of
Public Works)
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held
on the date and at the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Horton opened the public heating. With no members of the public wishing to speak, the
heating was closed.
ACTION: Councilmember Padilla offered Resolutions Nos. 2000-270, 2000-271, 2000-272,
2000-273 and 2000-274, headings read, texts waived:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-270, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN
PRELIMINARY FINDINGS, PASSING LIPON PROTESTS AND APPROVING
THE SPECIAL TAX REPORT FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
NO. 99-2 (OTAY RANCH SPA ONE - VILLAGE ONE WEST)
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-271, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, FORMING AND
ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 99-2 (OTAY
RANCH SPA ONE VILLAGE ONE WEST) AND AUTHORIZING
SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED
ELECTORS
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-272, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY
AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
NO. 99-2 (OTAY RANCH SPA ONE VILLAGE ONE WEST),
AUTHORIZING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY IN THE FUTURE TO
SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
D. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-273, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY
AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), AUTHORIZING THE
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY IN THE FUTURE TO SUCH COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT AND IMPROVEMENT AREA "A" THEREIN
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PUBLIC HEAR1NGS (Continued)
E. RESOLUTION NO. 200-274, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2
(PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), DECLARING THE
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO IMPROVEMENT AREA "A" OF
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF LEVY
OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS
The motion carried 5-0.
BOARD AND COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
9. LETTER FROM THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION RECOMMENDiNG
THE PLACEMENT OF A SUGGESTION BOX ALONG WITH SUGGESTION
CARDS IN EACH OF THE CITY'S THREE LIBRARIES
The Chula Vista Human Relations Commission has suggested the implementation of a
system to assist Chula Vista residents and visitors in communicating with the City's
leaders. Placement of the suggestion boxes would offer a means of sharing ideas and
suggestions about improving City services. (Chairperson, Human Relations
Commission)
Deputy City Manager Palmer requested that the item be referred back to staff to look at as part of
the City-wide communications audit.
ACTION: Councilmember Davis moved to refer the request to staff for review.
Councilmember Padilla seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0 with Deputy
Mayor Moot no longer present.
ACTION ITEMS
10. CONSiDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT WITH HIGHLAND PARTNERSHIP, INC. FOR THE PROVISION OF
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE PROGRAMMING AND PREPARATION OF
THE MASTER PLAN FOR THE NEW POLICE DEPARTMENT BUILDiNG AND
EXPANSION OF THE CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX
On June 20, 2000 Council adopted a resolution establishing a Construction
Managers/Constructors priority list comprised of the six consulting teams to be used for
awarding design/construction contracts on future building facilities. On July 18, 2000
Council adopted a resolution approving an agreement with Highland Partnership, Inc., to
provide construction management services for the corporation yard project. Highland
Partnership, Inc., was selected unanimously as the highest overall rated respondent for
the provision of consultant services for the programming and preparation of the Master
Plan for the new Police Department building and expansion of the Civic Center complex.
The resolution approves an agreement with Highland Partnership, Inc., for the provision
of said consulting services, authorizes the Mayor to execute said agreement and
appropriates funds therefor. (Director of Public Works)
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
ACTION: Mayor Horton offered Resolution No. 2000-275, heading mad, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-275, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH
HIGHLAND PARTNERSHIP, iNC. FOR THE PROVISION OF
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE PROGRAMMING AND
PREPARATION OF MASTER PLAN FOR THE NEW POLICE
DEPARTMENT BUILDiNG AND EXPANSION OF THE CIVIC CENTER
COMPLEX, AUTHORIZiNG THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT AND APPROPRIATiNG FUNDS THEREFOR
The motion carded 5-0.
11. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF A REPORT CONCERNING THE
PRESENTATION OF OPTIONS FOR PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS
CONCERNiNG TERM LIMITATIONS FOR THE MAYOR AND
COUNCILMEMBERS
The report presents options regarding Charter amendments proposed for the November 7,
2000 ballot on term limitations for the offices of Mayor and City Councilmember. It also
includes proposed text of the ballot language to be used for measures affecting term
limits, requests the Council to direct the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis of
such measures, and requests Council guidance for the preparation of arguments in
support of the measures. (City Attorney)
Steve Molski, 677 G Street #111, presented a petition signed by 60 persons requesting to either
retain existing term limits or extend the time-out period to three years rather than one.
Norma Cazares, 45 E1 Rancho Vista, stated that the proposed ballot wording would be confusing
to the public and requested that the issue not be placed on the ballot until the Mayor's present
term expires.
Lupita Jimenez, 1134 Arbusto Corte, stated that placing the issue on this year's ballot would not
allow sufficient time for public debate and suggested that the current term limits be retained.
Rudy Ramirez, 372 Quintard Street, questioned the motivation behind placing the issue on the
ballot and urged the Council to return the proposal reversing term limits to the Charter Review
Commission for further discussion.
Steve Palma, 121 Orange Avenue, stated that the City has gown significantly since term limits
were instituted, and the public should vote on the issue.
Miriam Newman, 2090 Chateau Court, spoke in favor of keeping the existing term limits.
Beatrice Fernandez, 1204 Gonzales Way, did not want to see the issue placed on the ballot as she
felt more time is needed to study the issue. She also suggested that provisions be made so that
any change would not affect current Councilmembers.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
Mike Diaz, 80 E. Paisley, encouraged the Council to re-evaluate the issue and give voters the
option of strengthening term limits.
Derek Prescott, member of the Charter Review Commission, asked the Council to allow the
public the opportunity to decide on possible term changes.
Councilmember Salas stated that mixing the issues of term limits and campaign finance reform
would confuse the matter, and she recommended that the issues be addressed separately.
Councilmember Davis stated that the City has a new population since 1973, and she supported
giving the citizens the opportunity to speak to the issue.
Councilmember Padilla stated that he was not against putting the issue on the ballot but felt the
current Council should be separated from the issue. He suggested that the issue be directed back
to the Charter Review Commission for further review. Councilmember Padilla also stated for
the record that regardless of the public vote, he will abide by the law in effect when he was first
elected.
Deputy Mayor Moot felt that the issue should be placed on the ballot. He also stated that the
ballot language must make it clear that if the propositions fail, the current term limits will remain
in effect.
Mayor Horton stated that term limits put Chula Vista at a disadvantage on a regional level, since
the City's representatives on regional boards and agencies have less seniority than
representatives from cities without term limits.
ACTION: Councilmember Davis moved to accept the report, approve the text of ballot
language for measures affecting term limits, and direct the City Attorney to return
on August 8, 2000 with an impartial analysis of such measures. The motion
carried 3-2, with Councilmembers Padilla and Salas opposing.
12. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO PERFORM SERVICES FOR THE
CONDUCT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA TO BE CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2000
The purpose of the November 7, 2000 Special Municipal Election is to select a Member
of the City Council to fill Seat 3 and to submit proposed Charter amendments to the
electorate. In order to consolidate the election with the statewide election, the California
Elections Code requires the adoption of a resolution requesting the services of the
Registrar of Voters and incorporating the text of any measures to be included on the
ballot. The resolution must be submitted to the Registrar of Voters by August 11, 2000.
(City Clerk)
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
ACTION: Mayor Horton offered Resolution No. 2000-276, heading read, text waived:
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-276, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO
PERFORM SERVICES FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICiPAL
ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA TO BE CONSOLIDATED
WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
NOVEMBER 7, 2000
The motion carried 4-0, with Deputy Mayor Moot no longer present.
OTHER BUSINESS
13. CITY MANAGER' S REPORTS
City Manager Rowlands introduced Andrew Campbell, the new Parks and Recreation Director.
14. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment to the Child Care Commission - Debra Munoz
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Debra Munoz to the Child Care
Commission. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0 with
Deputy Mayor Moot no longer present.
B. Ratification of appointment to the Growth Management Oversight Commission -
Robert Tugenberg
ACTION: Mayor Horton moved to ratify the appointment of Robert Tugenberg to the
Growth Management Oversight Commission. Councilmember Davis seconded
the motion, and it carried 4-0 with Deputy Mayor Moot no longer present.
C. Discussion of electric utility price increases and request for Council support for
transmittal of a letter to the Public Utilities Commission.
Councilmember Salas suggested that the letter be made stronger, specifically addressing the City
of Chula Vista's concerns and highlighting some of the city's local experiences.
ACTION: It was the consensus of the Council to request that the draft letter be revised to
include comments made at the meeting and then forwarded to the Public Utilities
Commission.
15. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Davis emphasized the importance of the "Team" acronym and doing what is
best for the City.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
Mayor Horton thanked staff for their hard work on the City's successful first LEAP Fair event.
Councilmember Padilla stated that it is healthy for the Council to have differences, and the City
is fortunate to have a great team.
Councilmember Salas stated that the City needs to convene a community meeting in the near
future to obtain public input on the proposed Cultural Arts Center.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:05 p.m., Mayor Horton adjourned the meeting to the Regular Meeting of August 15, 2000,
Respectfully submitted
Susan Bigelow, CMC/AAE, City Clerk
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