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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
January 6, 2009
4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:04
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan, Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, and Mayor
Cox
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Miesfeld, City Clerk Norris, and
Deputy City Clerk Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 1-3)
Councilmember Bensoussan stated she would be abstaining from voting on Item 1, and
Councilmember Castaneda stated he would be abstaining from voting on Item 2.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of September 23 and September 30, 2008.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
2. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Memorandum from Councilmember Steve Castaneda requesting an excused absence
from the City Council Meeting of December 16,2008.
Staff recommendation: Council excuse the absence.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 3120, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ESTABLISHING THE DEVELOPMENT AND PROCESSING AND IMPACT FEE
PAYMENT PLAN PROGRAM (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)
Adoption of the ordinance establishes a Development and Processing and Impact Fee
Payment Plan Program. This ordinance was introduced on December 16, 2008. (City
Engineer/Engineering Director, Planning and Building Director, Finance Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
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ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to approve staff's recommendations and offered
Consent Calendar Items 1-3, headings read, text waived. Councilmember
Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0, except Item 1, wlrich carried
4-0-1, with Councilmember Bensoussan abstaining, and Item 2, which carried
4-0-1, with Councilmember Castaneda abstaining.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Zaneta Encarnacion, Chula Vista resident, representing the Sea of Support Campaign, talked
about the successful fundraising effort to support the Chula Vista Nature Center that included
online donations and an event on December 28, 2008. She recognized the many community
groups and businesses who participated in the event.
Stephanie Kingston, Chula Vista resident, representing the Sea of Support Campaign, reported
that a total of $390,000 was raised from the campaign. She thanked the community for its
support of the Chula Vista Nature Center.
Tina Williams, representing the South Bay YMCA, corrected misinformation about the YMCA
that was distributed to the Council in the [)ecember 9 Council packet regarding the budget. She
then provided information about YMCA's child-care program and its funding.
Mayor Cox announced that Agenda Items 5C and 5D would be removed from the agenda and
would not be discussed.
Georgie Stillman, Chula Vista resident, displayed a video of a portion of a previous City Council
meeting regarding a request by Ramco Inc., for expansion of an existing power generating
facility at 3497 Main Street.
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed MMC peaker power
plant.
Carlos Lopez, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed MMC peaker power
plant. He asked the Council to send a letter to the California Energy Commission to oppose the
power plant.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDED REASSESSMENTS FOR REASSESSMENT
NUMBERS 1658-1, 1658-743, 1658-411, AND 1658-412 FOR REASSESSMENT
DISTRICTS 2001-1 AND 2001-2
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 Cox opened the Public Hearing. There were no members of the public who wished to
speak. Mayor Cox announced that Item 4 would be continued to the Council Meeting of January
13,2009, at the request of staff. No action was taken on this item.
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ACTION ITEM
5. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO
IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET REDUCTION PLAN
As previously reported to Council, current revenue and expenditure projections indicate
budgetary shortfalls of $3.9 million and $20.0 million for fiscal years 2008-2009 and
2009-2010, respectively. In early December, the Interim City Manager submitted a
budget reduction plan for Council's consideration. This plan was the subject of the
December 4 Council Budget workshop and was discussed again at the December 9 and
16 Council Meetings. The plan has now been revised to reflect additional cost savings
measures and minor adjustments with no impact on anticipated budget savings. Approval
of the resolutions will authorize the City Manager to begin implementing the proposed
budget reduction plan which identifies over $20.0 million in expenditure reductions that
will bring the expenditures in line with projected revenues.
Several factors will impact how this plan is ultimately implemented - including the
proposed sales tax increase, the early retirement program, and the continuing discussions
with the bargaining groups. As these items are resolved, the budget reduction plan will
be adjusted with the goal of providing those services most essential to our residents while
minimizing employee layoffs. Approval of the plan as proposed will allow the City to
move forward in the most fiscally prudent manner while still allowing the flexibility to
make necessary adjustments. (City Manager)
City Manager Sandoval recommended that Council adopt the budget reduction plan.
Finance Director Kachadoorian presented the proposed process and schedule for implementing
the budget reduction plan. She gave an overview of the City's financial situation, including a
five-year outlook, a summary of personnel reductions by department, prior departmental cost
reductions, proposed departmental reductions and the resulting major service impacts. She also
presented the community suggestions from the December 16, 2008 Council Meeting, and
Council recommendations.
Councilmember Castaneda requested that staff return with a process that Councilmembers could
use to voluntarily donate their salary increases to the General Fund.
Brian Joseph, Escondido resident, spoke in support of the Nature Center, and the need to look for
a long term financing solution. He asked the Council not to approve closure of the Nature
Center.
Richard Preuss, representing Chula Vista Employees Association (CVEA), asked the Council to
postpone any action on the proposed resolution until the following week, explaining that the
CVEA was in negotiations with the City regarding employee COLAs (cost of living
adjustments).
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ACTION ITEM (Continued)
Councilmember Ramirez recognized and introduced National City Mayor, Ron Morrison, who
reported on National City's recent statistic of no murders during the past year, and played a
video of a news report about the statistic. He attributed this achievement to a sales tax increase,
street improvements, parks, and pride in the community. He spoke with regard to Chula Vista's
budget issues and recommended that the City live within its means and to have public inclusion
in the process.
The following members of the public spoke in support of retaining the Nature Center:
Judy Cave, Chula Vista resident
Lura Cox, Chula Vista resident
Susan Fuller, Imperial Beach resident. Ms. Fuller also spoke in favor of implementing a
one-cent sales tax.
Del Herbert, Chula Vista resident
Mary Ann Sapanara, ChuIa Vista resident
Raymond Rotey, Chula Vista resident
Charles GaiIband, Bonita resident
Sean Curtice, San Diego resident
Lance Wren, Chula Vista resident
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident, cited written comments from a recent Northwest Civic
Association meeting, that included the following suggested budget reductions: employee pay
cuts, a one percent sales tax increase for one year, a broadened tax base, creation of assessment
districts for library and recreation programs, enforcement of false burglar alarm fees, installation
of traffic cameras, donation program for books, DVDs and software, creation of community
programs, elimination of car allowances, closure of the City's jail. Ms. Acerro also suggested
that the Mayor and Council salary increases be placed on the ballot.
Elissa Magracia, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of retaining parks and sports facilities
and events for youth.
Larry Brietfelder, Chula Vista resident, representing the Chula Vista Taxpayers Association,
submitted the following four conditions for Council consideration prior to implementation of a
sales tax increase: no employee raises, public votes to be held during a regularly scheduled
election, no taxpayer dollars to be used on marketing or political advertising for the tax increase,
and a long term City plan for its future. He stated that revenues from the sales tax increase
should be specifically dedicated to public safety. He stated that he was opposition to a sales tax
increase.
Ken Wright, Chula Vista resident, representing the Northwest Civic Association, spoke in
support of retaining the Nature Center, Library, and Parks services and programs. He suggested
raising program fees before consideration to eliminate them.
Riley Twiss, Chula Vista resident, spoke in favor of eliminating car and gas allowances and
401 (a)'s; eliminating the Chief of Staff position and replacing it with a Council Aide position;
and reducing COLAs (cost of living adjustments) for all employees. He spoke in support of a
one percent sales tax increase.
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ACTION ITEM (Continued)
Steve Molski, Chula Vista resident, suggested a 20-percent pay cut for Councilmembers, and
elimination of employee COLAs. He also stated the City had refused to pay for replacement of
his glasses
Georgie Stillman, Chula Vista resident, suggested postponing any decisions on budget reductions
until a decision is made on the sales tax increase. She also stated that the Police and Fire
department employees should delay their cost of living increases until 2011, and stated that
maintenance workers, represented by Richard Preuss, have already experienced cuts. She also
stated that she would be an advocate for a sales tax increase.
Patricia Lyons, San Diego resident, spoke in favor of encouraging students to participate in
govemment by treating them fairly. She also spoke in opposition to closing any libraries.
Jim Merzbacher, Spring Valley resident spoke in favor of keeping the Eastlake library open. He
also spoke on behalf of Jamie Saluda, a student at San Diego State University, who stated that
the Eastlake library is the only place she can go to use reference materials and computers
because of the hours required by the program she is in at school.
Victoria Elena Vasquez, San Diego resident, spoke in support of retaining the Nature Center.
Zaneta Encarnacion, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of retaining the Nature Center.
Stephanie Kingston, Chula Vista resident she also asked for Council consideration to allow time
for the various Nature Center support groups to create a long-term sustainability plan.
Ted Kennedy, Chula Vista resident, read a letter he recently submitted to a newspaper editor
regarding the City's budget issues.
Sonny Chandler, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of retaining the Nature Center and
library services and programs.
Willard Howard, spoke of the need to look at the City's internal financial priorities and to cut in-
house expenses. He spoke in opposition to a sales tax increase.
Joyel Love, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition of closing the public library, and in favor
of turning off unnecessary street lights and eliminating the urban search and rescue vehicle. She
stated that certain fire stations were overstaffed. She indicated that she would be sending a letter
to the Councilmembers.
Mitch Thompson, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of placing a sales tax measure on the
ballot. He also spoke in support of retaining library and recreation services and programs.
Isabelle Espino, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of the keeping the Eastlake Public
Library open, she also spoke in support of removing traffic monitoring cameras at certain
intersections.
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ACTION ITEM (Continued)
Bob Coleman, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of delaying any decision regarding the
Nature Center and public library until answers are received regarding COLAs, and until all of the
inforniation is presented.
Jeffi:ey Thompson, Chula Vista resident, offered suggestions on cost savings measures, such as:
No jail time for DUI (driving under the influence) offences, probation for shoplifting offences,
lighting efficiencies, constituent surveys about the budget via the City's website, a $5,000 pay
cut for the Council for one year, sales tax increase, cut back on staff lunch meeting expenses,
eliminate City vehicles and gas allowances for city officials, implement high school student work
programs to earn college credits, and enforce community service for troubled youth.
Maria Gonzales, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of retaining the public library.
Mayor Cox announced that 26 additional speaker cards were submitted by speakers who did not
wish to speak. Of those, 24 were in support of the Nature Center, 1 was in support of the DASH
program, and 1 was in support of a budget item.
At tills time, members of staff responded to comments by some of the speakers.
Police Chief Emerson referred to the department's Canine Unit, stating that it did not currently
receive any FEMA funding for canine programs. He then eXplained the revenue associated with
the arrest of drunk drivers who stay in the ChuIa Vista jail.
Fire Clrief Hanneman responded to a speaker comment about a reported 200 calls from Station
No.7, and he clarified that the actual calls for the engine company from Station 7 last year were
852, with 328 calls for service for the truck company. Calls for service for Station 5 were over
3,000, and over 1,000 calls for service were received for the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR)
velricle.
CounciImember Bensoussan asked about the status of naming rights for the Nature Center.
Nature Center Director Martin responded that staff would be looking to solicit an RFP for
naming rights. Councilmember Bensoussan asked staff if the money raised for the Nature Center
at the recent fundraiser event would go directly in to the Center's operating fund. Mr. Martin
responded that the funds raised from the event would be used at the discretion of the Friends of
the Nature Center Board.
Mayor COX informed the public that staff had been working with independent foundations who
had donated funds for the Nature Center, with the criteria of a long-term sustainability plan.
Furthermore, she had requested Mr. Martin and members of the Friends of the Nature Center and
the South County Economic Development Council, to meet and design ideas for a long-term
sustainability plan. Discussion ensued regarding the sustainability plan, and a request by staff
for Council consideration to pursue further support by the Port District for funding the Nature
Center.
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ACTION ITEM (Continued)
Councilmember Bensoussan asked about the impacts of switching off the traffic monitoring
cameras for one year. Public Works Director Hopkins responded that such an activity would
directly impact the efficiency of traffic flow.
Councilmember Castaneda suggested, and Councilmembers Bensoussan, Ramirez and Mayor
Cox concurred, to postpone voting on the proposed resolutions, in order to allow the employee
associations time to vote on the COLAs, and should agreements not be reached, the City
Manager's detailed plan would be implemented to make the necessary staffing cuts.
Deputy Mayor McCann requested that staff provide a list of savings for this fiscal year and next
fiscal year. He thanked everyone who contributed to the support of the Nature Center. He also
stated that staff needs to seek ways to keep Eastlake Library open, focus on core services, and
make more reductions in administration.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to postpone adoption of Resolution 5A to the
meeting of January 13, 2009. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion
and it carried 5-0
ACTION:
Councilmember Bensoussan moved to postpone adoption of Resolution 5B to the
meeting of January 13, 2009. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and
it carried 4-0-1, with Councilmember Castaneda abstaining, due to the proximity
of his residence to Parkway Pool.
ltems 5C and 5D were not discussed.
A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET
REDUCTION PLAN AS DESCRIBED IN ATTACHMENT A EXCLUDING THE
PROPOSED CLOSURE OF P ARKW A Y POOL AND GYMNASIUM
B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET
REDUCTION PROPOSALS FOR THE CLOSURE OF PARKWAY POOL AND
GYMNASIUM
C. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
DIRECTING STAFF TO PURSUE A SALES TAX INITIATIVE
D. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
DIRECTING STAFF TO PURSUE A UTILITY USERS TAX INITIATIVE
Mayor Cox announced a recess of the Council Meeting at 7:38 p.m. The meeting reconvened at
8:05 p.m., with all members present.
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OTHER BUSINESS
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Sandoval reported that in preparation for the proposed government Economic
Stimulus Package, staff had created an Economic Stimulus proposed list of projects and criteria,
submitted through SANDAG, in an amount of approximately $540 million dollars, which would
benefit the City greatly, should the programs move forward. Furthermore, staff had provided
information to the Port District with the hope that it would also submit a proposal. He stated that
staff would provide a future update to the Council on the matter.
Councilmember Castaneda commented on his recent meeting, together with City Manager
Sandoval and Congressman Filner, about the proposed government stimulus package. To that
end, he spoke of the need to ensure open communication with local congress to closely monitor
the stimulus package, and ensure that Chula Vista's share of the stimulus package is maintained.
7. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A.
Ratification of the appointments of Betsy (Grace) Cory and Sassan Rahirnzadeh
to the Resource Conservation Commission.
ACTION:
Mayor Cox moved to appoint Ms. Cory and Mr. Rahirnzadeh to the Resource
Conservation Commission. Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the motion and it
carried 5-0.
B.
Consideration of City Council regional and committee assignments.
Mayor Cox gave a brief overview of the current Council assignments. Discussion ensued
between the Council about the process for seating the SANDAG transportation subcommittee.
To that end, Mayor Cox, stated she would follow up with SANDAG, with a response back to the
Council. She confirmed that at a prior City Council Meeting, Deputy Mayor McCann was
appointed to the Otay Valley Regional Park Policy Committee and Preserve Owner Manger
positions, and former CounciImember Jerry Rindone was appointed as Chula Vista
representative to the Metropolitan Transit System Board.
The following members of the public spoke regarding Item 7:
Theresa Acerro, Chula Vista resident, representing the Southwest Chula Vista Civic Association,
suggested that committee and subcommittee meetings be conducted in public. She also
questioned the cost of $109,000 for the Safety Commission to operate, and suggested that it be
combined with the Council subcommittee.
Councilmember Castaneda clarified the separate duties of the Safety Commission and the Public
Safety Committee. With respect to the Public Safety Subcommittee, he stated he would be
proposing quarterly meetings to reduce costs.
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MAYOR'S REPORTS (Continued)
Jose Preciado, Chula Vista resident, suggested merging the Public Safety Committee and Traffic
Safety Commission, and also encouraged formation of a community group for oversight on
public safety. He stated it would be appropriate to agendize a meeting of two or more members
of the Council about any business of the City in accordance with the Brown Act. He
recommended that Deputy Mayor McCann not be considered for appointment to the University
Subcommittee, stating that he had not heard anything from Deputy Mayor McCann regarding a
future for a university.
Councilmember Ramirez stated that agendas and minutes should be prepared for subcommittee
meetings.
Councilmember Bensoussan agreed that noticing should be done for subcommittee meetings, and
suggested that the subcommittees should report to the full council regularly.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Mayor Cox to the following
regional committee assignments:
. Automated Regional Justice Information System (ARJIS)
. Chula Vista City and Schools Task Force
. Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation
. League of California Cities, Executive Committee, San Diego/Imperial
County Division
. Metropolitan Wastewater Commission (METRO)
. San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Board of Directors
. San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Executive Committee
. U.S. Conference of Mayors
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with Mayor
Cox abstaining.
Deputy Mayor McCann stated that there was a need for an alternate position on the Otay Valley
Regional Park Policy Committee.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Deputy Mayor McCann as
representative to the following regional committee assignments:
. Otay Valley Regional Park Policy Committee and Preserve Owner Manager
. South County Economic Development Council
. Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation (Alternate)
. SANDAG (1st Alternate)
. Interagency Water Task Force
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1 with Deputy
Mayor McCann abstaining.
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MAYOR'S REPORTS (Continued)
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to appoint Councilmember Castaneda as
representative to the following regional committee assignments:
. Interagency Water Task Force
. Metro Wastewater Commission (Metro Commission) (Alternate)
. SANDAG Energy Working Group (Alternate)
. SANDAG (2nd Alternate)
. Metropolitan Transit System (Alternate)
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Castaneda abstaining.
ACTION:
CounciImember Castaneda moved to appoint CounciImember Ramirez as
representative to the following regional committee assignments:
· South County Economic Development Council (EDC) (Alternate)
· International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) (Alternate)
Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with
CounciImember Ramirez abstaining.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint CounciImember Bensoussan as
representative on the following regional committee assignments:
. ChuIa Vista City and Schools Task Force
. International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)
. San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Bayshore Bikeway
Committee
· Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) Policy Committee and Preserve Owner
Manager (POM) (Alternate)
Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the motion and it carried 4-0, with
Councilmember Ramirez absent from the dais.
ACTION:
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to appoint Councilmember Castaneda to the
League of California Cities Executive Committee, San Diego/Imperial County
Division (Alternate). Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried
5-0.
Discussion ensued among the Council about consideration of formation of a downtown or west
side revitalization subcommittee, and possible appointment of Councilmembers Ramirez and
Bensoussan to the subcommittee.
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MAYOR'S REPORTS (Continued)
Councilmember Castaneda, with the concurrence of CounciImember Bensoussan, requested that
City Manager Sandoval provide a report on the status of the future of the bayfront and university
projects.
Deputy Mayor McCann moved to appoint himself and Councilmember Ramirez to the
University subcommittee. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion.
Councilmember Bensoussan requested that the appointments of each Councilmember to the
University subcommittee be considered separately.
ACTION:
CounciImember Castaneda moved to appoint Deputy Mayor McCann to the
University subcommittee. Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it
carried 4-1, with Councilmember Bensoussan opposed.
ACTION:
Councilmember Castaneda moved to appoint Councilmember Ramirez to the
University subcommittee (2nd member). Deputy Mayor McCann seconded the
motion and it carried 5-0.
Councilmember Ramirez suggested the formation of a Technology subcommittee and Animal
Care Facility subcommittee.
Councilmember Bensoussan supported Councilmember Ramirez's suggestions, using the
Council Office's staff support. She also suggested the formation of a Nature Center
Subcommittee.
ACTION:
Mayor Cox moved for appointment of Councilmembers to the following
Subcommittee assignments:
. Chargers Relocation Subcommittee - Deputy Mayor McCann and
Councilmember Castaneda
. Council Budget Subcommittee - Mayor Cox and Deputy Mayor McCann
. Council Energy Subcommittee - Councilmembers Castaneda and Bensoussan
. City of ChuIa Vista Legislative Subcommittee - Mayor Cox and
CounciImember Castaneda
. Public Safety Subcommittee - Councilmember Castaneda and Deputy Mayor
McCann
. Western Revitalization Subcommittee - Councilmembers Bensoussan and
Castaneda
. Technology Subcommittee - Councilmember Ramirez and Deputy Mayor
McCann
. Animal Care Facility Subcommittee - CounciImembers Ramirez and
Bensoussan
. Nature Center Subcommittee - Mayor Cox and Councilmember Bensoussan
Councilmember Ramirez seconded the motion and it carried 5-0.
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MAYOR'S REPORTS (Continued)
C. Council consideration of support staff in the Office of Mayor and Council
(Mayor Cox and CounciImember Castaneda).
Mayor Cox announced that Item 7C would be trailed to the Council Meeting of January 13,
2009.
8. COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Deputy Mayor McCann thanked City Manager Sandoval and Assistant City Manger Tulloch for
their work with the budget. He spoke about his attendance at the recent Firefighters graduation
and congratulated the four firefighter graduates. He wished everyone a happy New Year, spoke
about optimism with seeking solutions to the budget situation, and looked forward to a bright
future with the City's bayfront and university site.
Councilmember Castaneda thanked Assistant City Manager Tulloch for Iris work as Interim City
Manager, and he welcomed City Manager Sandoval. He requested City Manager Sandoval to
provide as soon as possible, a program for the Council, on the current status of the Bayfront and
University in terms of where the City hoped to be in the next 6 months, the necessary resources
required, and where and when the Council would be part of the process.
Councilmember Ramirez wished everyone a happy New Year, he thanked staff for its hard work
on the budget, and he congratulated City Manager Sandoval on his appointment.
CounciImember Bensoussan thanked City Manager Sandoval and Assistant City Manager
Tulloch for their hard work. She spoke about City Manager Sandoval's inclusive style and
attitude, and improved staff and community moniJe since his appointment.
Mayor Cox announced that Closed Session Items 9 and 10 would not be discussed.
Mayor Cox recessed the meeting to convene in Closed Session at 9:48 pm.
CLOSED SESSION
9. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(c):
One Case
This item was not discussed and no action was taken.
10. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a):
Yolanda Aguirre v. City of Chula Vista, et al. San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-
2007 -00070355-CU-PO-SC.
Tlris item was not discussed and no action was taken.
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CLOSED SESSION (Continued)
11. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE 54957.6
. Agency designated representatives: Jim Sandoval, Scott Tulloch, Marcia Raskin, Bart
Miesfeld, Rod Betts, Maria Kachadoorian, Leah Browder
. Employee organizations: CVEA, IAFF, POA, WCE, Mid-Management, Professional
and Unrepresented Groups
No reportable action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11 :30 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the Adjourned Regular Meeting of January
8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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