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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc min 2008/01/22 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA January 22, 2008 6:00 P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:07 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 ABSENT: Councilmembers: None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Garcia, City Attorney Ann Moore, Interim City Clerk Norris, and Deputy City Clerk Bennett PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY . PRESENTATION BY MAYOR COX OF A PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING FRIDAY FEBRUARY 1,2008 AS NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Councilmember McCann presented it to Mylissa McCann and Erica Cacas. Mrs. McCann spoke about the importance of heart health awareness for women, and she invited everyone to attend the "Go Red For Women" event on February 8, 2008, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hotel Del Coronado. She also encouraged people to access the Internet at w\vw.americanheart.org for more information on heart health and risk factors. Ms. Cacas thanked the Council for their support of "Go Red For Women", and stated that the Heart Association was working with the Government to pass the Heart For Women Act. She also informed the cornmunity of a local program that provided low-income women with free screening for blood pressure and blood cholesterol. Mayor Cox encouraged everyone to wear red on Friday, February 1, 2008, in support of "National Wear Red Day." . REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL ON RESULTS OF PROPOSED CHARGER STADIUM HEARINGS BY SPECIAL COUNSEL TO THE SAN DIEGO CHARGERS, MARK FABIANI Councilmember McCann introduced Special Counsel to the San Diego Chargers, Mark Fabiani, who gave an update on discussions between the City and Chargers organization over the past year that included a site selection study, public input process, and town hall meetings on the west and east sides of the City. He spoke about the next course of action by the Chargers organization over the next six months that would involve I) a private financing study, to determine whether there was a way to privately finance a stadium, and; 2) the need by the Chargers organization, to Page I . Council Minutes January 22, 2008 SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued) learn more about the potential shut down of power plant facility on the bayfront, and to see whether six months from now, there was some firm plan to shut down the plant. Mr. Fabiani stated that he would look forward to returning to the Council before too long with a report on the results of the study. Mayor Cox stated she looked forward to the report back from the Chargers, and that staff would now be focusing on the Gaylord Entertainment and Resorts project on the bayfront and associated infrastructure to follow, including a fire station and a 40-acre parkland. It was the consensus of the Council to take Item No. 6 out of order to be heard prior to the Consent Calendar. ACTION ITEMS 6. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING KEEPING THE SAN DIEGO CHARGERS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY Adoption of the resolution shows City Council support to keep the San Diego Chargers in San Diego County. (Chargers Relocation Subcommittee) RESOLUTION NO. 2008-022, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA SUPPORTING THE SAN DIEGO CHARGERS TO STAY IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY The following members of the public spoke in support of the proposed Council resolution: Bob Thomas, ChuIa Vista resident. He was opposed to consideration of a stadium on the City's east side. Norbert Stein, Chula Vista resident. Patricia Lopez, Chula Vista resident. Ms. Lopez requested that the City re-enact the ordinance to protect the mobilehome residents. James Proulx, Chula Vista resident. Cindy Gompper-graves, Poway resident, representing the South County Economic Development Council. Lourdes Valdez, Chula Vista resident, representing the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce. Catherine E. Aguinaldo, Bonita resident. Michael Cain, Chula Vista resident. Jeffrey Thompson, ChuIa Vista resident, recommended consideration of a stadium sponsorship by the Federal Government. Marvin Winters, Chula Vista resident, suggested that a portion of stadium ticket sales to towards low income housing in the community. John Altman, San Diego resident and Chula Vista property owner. The following members of the public submitted speaker cards in support of the proposed resolution, but did not wish to speak: Julie Ward, San Diego resident, representing Sign On San Diego Brad Moore, San Diego resident. Michael Stinson, Chula Vista resident. Reiner J. Leal, Chula Vista resident. Daron Stinton, Lemon Grove resident, representing Sign On San Diego. Page 2 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) The following members of the public were opposed to the proposed resolution: Jim Peterson, Chula Vista resident, urged the Council to discourage the Chargers from performing any further studies for a stadium in Chula Vista. Laura Hunter, Escondido resident, representing Environmental Health Coalition requested that the Council oppose the proposed resolution and pass a resolution to remove the bayfront site as a consideration for a Chargers stadium, expressing concern about the impacts on the overall bayfront master plan efforts. Jim Peugh, San Diego resident, representing the San Diego Audubon Society requested that the Charges organization include an environmental study as part of their independent financial study. Patricia Aguilar, Chula Vista resident, representing Crossroads II recommended that the Council simply accept the report by Mr. Fabiana, and should the Council choose to pass the proposed resolution, she requested that the word "encouraged" in the resolution body, be changed to read "welcomed". Councilmember McCann spoke of the need for the City to take a leadership role on the issue and to view it from a regional perspective. He stated this was a once in a lifetime opportunity that could be accomplished in a manner that would enhance the quality of life for the community. Furthermore, a Chargers stadium could provide a catalyst to bring expansion teams from San Diego State University and other colleges to the City. He believed that bringing the Chargers to Chula Vista would elevate the City's image. ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to adopt Resolution No. 2008-022, heading read, text waived. Mayor Cox seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items I through 5) Item No.4 was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion by members of the public. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the Regular Meetings of October 9, 2007 and October 16, 2007; the Emergency Meeting of October 23, 2007; the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November I, 2007; Regular Meetings of November 6, 2007, November 13, 2007, and December 4, 2007; an Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 6, 2007; and Regular Meetings of December II, 2007 and December 18, 2007. Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-019, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ESTIMATE COSTS PAYABLE BY CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORATE FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 AND REQUIRING PAYMENT THEREOF AS A CONDITION TO FILING OF SUCH MATERIALS CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) Page 3 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 This item authorizes the City Clerk to estimate the cost payable by each candidate for elective office for the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of June 3, 2008, for printing, handling, translating, and mailing of candidate statements, and requires payment of such amount as a condition to filing of materials. State law requires the City to refund any amount paid pursuant to the city's estimate that is over the actual cost, and allows the City to recover additional amounts where the estimate is below the actual cost. (Interim City Clerk) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-019, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE "SLOPE REPAIR AT OLYMPIC PARKWAY BETWEEN HERITAGE ROAD AND SANTA VENETIA STREET (CFD97-IB)" PROJECT TO MJC CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,500 AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXPEND ALL A V AILABLE FUNDS AND ISSUE CHANGE ORDERS AS NECESSARY IN AN AGGREGATE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $9,625 TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT The proposed project provides for the reconstruction of a slope on the north side of Olympic Parkway between Heritage Road and Santa Venetia Street in the City of Chula Vista. Bids were received on December 18, 2007. (Engineering and General Services Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. 4. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-021, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $80,285 IN REVENUES AWARDED TO THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, AS THE LEAD AGENCY FOR THE SOUTH BAY USED OIL RECYCLING PROGRAM FROM THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD'S USED MOTOR OIL RECYCLING BLOCK GRANT, 12TH CYCLE AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING SUPPLIES AND SERVICES BUDGET (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) The California Used Oil Enhancement Act (1999) requires the collection off our cents for every quart of lubricating oil sold, transferred and imported into California from oil manufacturers. Chula Vista consumers pay four cents per quart into the fund when they purchase oil. The Act mandates that the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) use a portion of the funds to provide block grants to local govemments for used oil programs that encourage used oil and oil filter recycling. Chula Vista is the lead agency for the Used Oil Recycling Program for the South Bay cities of Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and National City. (Public Works Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to approve staff recommendations and offered the balance of the Consent Calendar, headings read, texts waived. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. Page 4 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 4. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-020, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE LOW BID, REJECTING THE SECOND LOWEST BID AND APPROVING THE THIRD LOWEST BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PHASE 2 OF THE "LAUDERBACH PARK IMPROVEMENTS IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CA (CIP NO. PR-295)" PROJECT TO MJC CONSTRUCTION, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF THE AVAILABLE CONTINGENCIES FOR THE PROJECT, AND APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) On December 19, 2007, nine (9) sealed bids were received for this project. This is the second and final phase of this CIP. Phase 2 will include a new restroom facility, upgraded park security lighting, tot lot safety surfacing, fencing at the rear of the Boys and Girls Club to enclose the park play area and associated site specific improvements. (Engineering and General Services Director) Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution. Elizabeth Pastrana, Chula Vista resident, representing San Diego State University, spoke in support of the proposed resolution and Lauderbach Park upgrades, but stated that there were additional issues that needed to be addressed, such as inadequate lighting, and drainage and fencing problems. She stated she would like to optimize and increase support by the community, for additional park improvements in order for children to benefit from its use, which she believed was currently a refuge and not a park. Xinia Sanchez, San Diego resident, representing San Diego State University, spoke in support of the proposed resolution, but stated that it seemed as though the additional issues noted by the previous speaker were not being prioritized. She stated that providing accessibility and increasing resources in the park would increase physical activities by the community, which she believed was a national priority. She expressed the need for collaborative efforts by the City and the community in order to benefit the citizens and the parks. Tanya Rovira-Osterwalder, Chula Vista resident, representing Healthy Eating Active Communities Initiative read statements about Lauderbach Park from local students as part of an assessment project. They described the many issues regarding the undesirable state of the park, indicated their support for improvements, and to return the park to a state where the community could enjoy activities as they did in the past. She commended City staff for their response to the issues and the collaborative efforts from all parties involved. Kristin Mueller, San Diego resident, representing Walk San Diego stated that she received an immediate response from City staff on a report submitted to the City that addressed numerous issues regarding Lauderbach Park. She supported collaborative efforts between the City and other local organizations for park improvements, urged the Council to support the proposed resolution, and to pursue future funding opportunities for additional improvements to Lauderbach Park. General Services and Engineering Director Griffin responded to the concerns raised by the speakers, stating that the goal of the project was to do as much as possible with the available funding, and to focus those improvements on generating activity in the park. Further, staff was Page 5 . Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued) aware of the additional deficiencies such as drainage and fencing, and would be working with the respective property owners to reach a solution. He stated that should the project go as planned, some of the funding identified as contingencies for the project, may be used to provide additional improvements. Councilmember Ramirez stated he looked forward to working with the VariOUS groups III addressing the park issues and improvements. With reference to the proposed addition of bathrooms for the park, he stated that the facility would require monitoring to avoid use by undesirable persons. He requested that City staff meet with the group, should they wish to provide any further input on the park issues. ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to approve staff recommendation and offered Resolution No. 2008-020, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. Deputy Mayor Rindone directed staff to provide a report to Council on 1) available funding after completion of the project, 2) to what other areas the funding may be used, and 3) work that would still need to be done. PUBLIC COMMENTS Marvin Winters, Chula Vista resident, offered to donate the services of three of his employees to assist with clean up of Lauderbach Park. He then spoke regarding an e-mail he sent to the Council about his concerns with power washing in the City by the Third Avenue Village Association and associated storm water issues. He hoped the City would continue to support him by providing enforcement to monitor compliance by the Third Avenue Village Association on the matter of power washing. Barbara Nunnelee stated that residents of local mobilehome parks were terrified of loosing their homes to redevelopment. She asked the City to provide material to residents who may potentially be affected, notifying them of where they could go should this occur. Willard Howard, Chula Vista resident spoke in support of the installation of restrooms at Lauderbach Park. He then stated that a number of his neighbors in the Castle Park area had been approached by City inspectors with respect to building code violations. He stated that while the City was concerned about these code violations, the neighborhood was without streets and sidewalks. He stated that if this was in fact true, the City Council should first address the infrastructure needs of the community prior to enforcement of code violations. At 8:24 p.m., Mayor Cox announced a brief recess of the Council Meeting. The meeting reconvened at 8:46 p.m., with all members present. ACTION ITEMS 6. Item No.6 was taken out of order and heard prior to the Consent Calendar. Page 6 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) 7. CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REGARDING INITIATIVE PETITION ENTITLED "AN INITIATIVE PETITION TO AMEND, BY ORDINANCE, THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S GENERAL PLAN TO REQUIRE VOTER APPROVAL FOR ANY GENERAL PLAN CHANGE THAT WOULD INCREASE ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS ABOVE 84 FEET IN MOST AREAS OF THE CITY, EXCEPT WEST OF INTERSTATE 5, AND TO SET A BUILDING HEIGHT LIMIT OF 45 FEET ON THIRD A VENUE BETWEEN E AND G STREETS" The proponents of an initiative petition, regarding an amendment to the City's General Plan to require voter approval for any change to the Plan on allowable building heights in certain areas of the City, filed the signed petition with the City Clerk on December 18,2007. The number of valid signatures required for the Council to act upon this initiative petition is 9,113, ten percent of the voters of the City. The petition was forwarded to the San Diego County Registrar of Voters, and the petition signatures were validated up to the required number, with notification to the City on January 15, 2008. Elections Code Sections 9211 and 9114 require the City Clerk to certifY the results of the examination to the City Council at its next regular meeting. Further, Elections Code section 9215 requires the City Council to take action on the initiative petition, as outlined herein. (Interim City Clerk) Interim City Clerk Norris presented the results of the examination of signatures for the initiative petition. Deputy Mayor Rindone spoke in support of proposed Resolutions A, B, and C (ii) and (iii). He then requested, and Deputy City Attorney Dawson provided, an assessment of Item C (ii) and (iii). Susan O'Shaughnessy, Chula Vista resident spoke in support of building vertically, and revitalizing Third Avenue to make it vibrant and a destination location. She urged development of the area and envisioned condos and lofts, offices, and a new generation of young and upcoming residents moving to the area. She encouraged all citizens to vote to increase allowable building heights. Patricia Aguilar, representing Crossroads II spoke in support of the initiative. Regarding Item 7C, she recommended Council's adoption of option (i) or (ii). She stated it was time to place the matter on the ballot and let the people vote. Greg Moser spoke on behalf of Earl J enz, stating that the proposed initiative would only affect a portion of Third Avenue, and spoke in support of placing the proposed initiative on the ballot, or approve adoption of the proposed ordinance, Item 7C (i). Deputy Mayor Rindone questioned Mr. Moser, stating that should the proposed initiative pass, would a special election be required for projects not located on Third Avenue that may want to go up several story's. Mr. Moser responded that such projects would follow the rules stated in the current General Plan. Deputy Mayor Rindone requested confirmation and Mr. Moser concurred, that if the General Plan currently provided that a project may exceed 84 feet, then there would be no need for amendments, and it would not be applicable. Jackie Lancaster, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, Item 7C (i), and begged to allow Chula Vistan's to vote, and asked the Council to do the right thing by either adopting the initiative on behalf of the voters, or place it on the ballot in June. Page 7 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) ACTION: Deputy Mayor Rindone moved to adopt Resolution No. 2008-023 and Resolution No. 2008-024, headings read, texts waived. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-023, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATION OF SUFFICIENCY OF SIGNATURES FOR THE INITIATIVE PETITION REGARDING AMENDING, BY ORDINANCE, THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN DEALING WITH ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS B. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-024, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING NECESSARY FUNDS FOR THE CERTIFICATION OF SUFFICIENCY OF SIGNATURES BY THE COUNTY REGISTRAR OF VOTERS REGARDING THE INITIATIVE PETITION ON ALLOW ABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS (4/5th VOTE REQUIRED) Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. Councilmember Castaneda asked staff to explain the amendment changes between the first initiative petition and the current petition. City Attorney Moore responded that perhaps Mr. Moser could describe the changes, since the proponents would have better knowledge of the amendments. Mr. Moser responded that some of the principal differences included: I) clarity about the kind of vote necessary if changes to the General Plan needed to be made and submitted to the voters; 2) clarification of the areas exempted, (bayfront as it may be amended, and any property west of Interstate 5), and; 3) language pertaining (0 the calculation of height. Councilmember Ramirez stated that he could not support Item No. 7C (i) because it would preclude the voters from voting, and instead, would support Item No. 7C(ii). Deputy City Attorney Dawson requested, and Council concurred, that by interlineation, adding the words "be adopted" to the end of the ballot question on the body of the proposed resolution ,which was erroneously omitted. Councilmember McCann expressed concern that facilities such as Scripps Hospital may leave the City should they have the inability to expand. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to adopt Resolution No. 2008-025 and No. 2008- 026, headings read, texts waived. C. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON INITIATIVE PETITION, AS REQUIRED BY ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9215, SPECIFICALLY TAKING ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS: (i) CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TO REQUIRE VOTER APPROVAL FOR ANY GENERAL PLAN CHANGE THAT WOULD INCREASE ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS ABOVE 84 FEET IN MOST AREAS OF THE CITY, EXCEPT WEST OF INTERSTATE 5, AND TO SET A BUILDING HEIGHT LIMIT OF 45 FEET ON THIRD A VENUE BETWEEN E AND G STREETS Page 8 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) (ii)(a) RESOLUTION NO. 2008-025, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA SUBMITTING THE INITIATiVE PETiTION REGARDING AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN ON ALLOW ABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS TO THE VOTERS BY PLACING THE INITIATIVE MEASURE ON THE BALLOT TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 (b) RESOLUTION NO. 2008-026, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING REQUIRED FUNDS TO PLACE THE INITIATIVE MEASURE REGARDING ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHTS ON THE BALLOT AT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 (4/5TH VOTE REQUIRED) (iii) Refer the initiative measure to any City agency or agencies for a report pursuant to Elections Code section 9212, to be returned to Council within 30 days. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. 8. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO FISCAL YEAR 2008 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FINAL CALENDAR YEAR OF THE SDG&E ENERGY CONSERVATION GRANT; ESTABLISHING A CLERICAL POSITION AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE MANAGER POSITION IN THE CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT; AND TRANSFER GENERAL SERVICES ENERGY CONSERVATION FUNDS TO THE ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND Approval of this request will allow staff to continue a partnership with SDG&E and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to provide energy services to local residents, businesses and City operations that reduce the amount of natural gas and electricity consumed - programs that reduce ratepayer costs and complement the City's long-standing commitment to the prevention of global warming and the environment. Staff is requesting an appropriation of $731 ,075 for the third calendar year of a three-year Energy Conservation grant from SDG&E. Staff is also requesting to move $392,108 of unused 2007 funding from General Services Energy Conservation Fund to Conservation & Environmental Services, and to re-establish a clerical position in the Conservation & Environmental Services (CES) Department. Re-establishing the position creates no net impact to the General Fund. Staff is working with SDG&E to begin the process of developing program descriptions for the 2009-20 II grant cycle. (Conservation and Environmental Services Director) Conservation and Environmental Services Director Meacham briefly explained the purpose of the grant, and clarified that all proposed staff positions would be fully funded by the grant. Page 9 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 ACTION ITEMS (Continued) Councilmember McCann encouraged staffto focus on the City Facilities Energy Efficiency Project, in order to make positive changes for the environment and decrease the City's energy costs. ACTION: Councilmember Ramirez moved to adopt Resolution No. 2008-227, heading read, text waived. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-227, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE 2008 BUDGET TO: 1) APPROPRIATE $731,075 FOR THE FINAL CALENDAR YEAR OF THE SDG&E ENERGY CONSERVATION GRANT, 2) ESTABLISH A CLERICAL POSITION AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE MANAGER POSITION IN THE CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS THEREFORE, AND 3) TRANSFERRING $392,108 FROM GENERAL SERVICES FUND TO THE ENERGY CONSERVATION FUND (4/5THS VOTE REQUIRED) Mayor Cox seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. At 9:45 p.m., Mayor Cox recessed the City Council Meeting to convene the Special Meetings of the Redevelopment Agency and Public Financing Authority. The Council Meeting reconvened at 10:08 p.m. with all Members present. OTHER BUSINESS 9. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS There were none. 10. MAYOR'S REPORTS Mayor Cox announced that the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center was adding BMX trials as a third Olympic qualifying event. She then recognized the tremendous volunteerism in the City. She also recognized Mrs. McCann for her role in the "Go Red For Women" organization, and encouraged everyone to wear red on February 1,2008. Mayor Cox announced that the State of the City address would be held on March 18, 2008 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a regular Council Meeting. II. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Ramirez spoke about the contemplation by the City of sewer rate increases, and he invited any interested members of the public to participate in a tour of the City's sewer infrastructure on January 25, 2008 at II :00 a.m. Any interested parties were asked to contact Councilmember Ramirez' office at City Hall. Councilmember Castaneda congratulated the Chamber of Commerce on their recent annual installation dinner, and for their 81 years of service to the community. Page 10 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008 OTHER BUSINESS (Continued) Deputy Mayor Rindone congratulated the Chamber of Commerce on their annual installation dinner, Charles Moore, for his leadership as Chamber President, and looked forward to working with the new President, Laura Valdez. He also attended the recent MMC Energy Inc. hearings, and commented on the excellent responses to a number of technical and community concerns. He then congratulated Richard Chavez and members of Bonita Soccer Association for their successes. Mayor Cox announced that Closed Session Item No. 12 would not be discussed. At 10:13 p.m., Mayor Cox convened to Closed Session. CLOSED SESSION 12. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a) Daniel Ruiz. et al. v. Citv ofChula Vista. et aI., San Diego Superior Court case No. GIS26710. This item was not discussed and no action was taken. 13. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957 Title: City Manager No reportable action was taken on this item. ADJOURNMENT At 11 :55 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next Regular Meeting, February 5, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. ------------- Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk Page 11 - Council Minutes January 22, 2008