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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 14, 2010
3:00 P.M.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:01 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan, Castaneda (arrived at 3:02 p.m.), McCann (arrived
at 3:02 p.m.), Ramirez, and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: Jim Sandoval, Bart Miesfeld, Scott Tulloch, Kelley
Bacon, Maria Kachadoorian, Richard Kreider and Simon Silva.
Employee organizations: CVEA, Mid-Managers/Professionals, IAFF, CVPOA, and
WCE.
No reportable action was taken on this item.
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: APNs 567-031-17-OQ 567-031-30-OQ 567-031-11-00
Agency Negotiators: Rick Ryals, Eric Crockett and Gary Halbert
Negotiating Parties: City of Chula Vista and Jung and Young
Under Negotiation: Property Purchase Negotiations
ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to authorize staff to begin negotiations on
identified pazcels. Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion and it carried
5-0.
ADJOURNMENT
At 3:50 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next regular City Council meeting of
September 14, 2010, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 14, 2010
4:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:07
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan (arrived at 4:08 p.m.), 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
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
INTRODUCTION BY FIRE CHIEF DAVID HANNEMAN, OF EMPLOYEE OF THE
MONTH JOHN DAVIDSON, FIRE BATTALION CHIEF
Chief Hanneman introduced Battalion Chief John Davidson. Mayor Cox read the proclamation
and Councilmember Castaneda presented it to Battalion Chief Davidson.
• PRESENTATION BY LYNN FRANCE, ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
MANAGER, ON BEAUTIFY CHULA VISTA DAY, OCTOBER 16, 2010 AT OTAY
RECREATION CENTER
Environmental Services Manager France presented information about the upcoming Beautify
Chula Vista Day on October 16, 2010.
• PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION TO THE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL BY
VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA -CHULA VISTA ADMINISTRATOR NEAL
ASPER AND VETERANS HOME RESIDENTS
Neal Asper, along with Chula Vista World War II Veterans of the Chula Vista Veterans Home,
expressed appreciation and presented the Council with a card for its support of veterans and the
Spirit of `45 event held August 14, 2010, and Councilmember McCann accepted the card on
behalf of the Council.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items I-17)
Items 1 and 7 were removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilmember McCann stated that he would be abstaining from voting on Item 1, due to his
absence from the meeting while on military duty. Item 7 was removed at the request of staff.
1. Item 1 was removed from the Consent Calendar.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 3163, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
MODIFYING THE FEE DEFERRAL PROGRAM (SECOND .READING AND
ADOPTION)
The proposed ordinance provides for the payment of City fees prior to a building permit
receiving final inspection. Previously, these fees were deferred with an agreement. The
proposed ordinance provides for the effective deferral while providing safeguards for the
City to receive all fees without an agreement. This ordinance was introduced August 17,
2010. (Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
3. INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30, 2010
The quarterly Investment Report provides information on various cash balances,
investment transactions and the status of the pooled investment portfolio in accordance
with California Government Code section 53600 et seq. and the City of Chula Vista
Investment Policy. (Director of Finance)
Staff recommendation: Council accept the report.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-219, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING EXAMINATION OF SALES, USE AND
TRANSACTIONS TAX RECORDS BY HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS AND
ASSOCIATES
The City recently entered into an agreement with Hinderliter de Llamas and Associates
(HDL) for sales and use tax services which includes the auditing of the State Board of
Equalization sales tax records. This resolution, required by Section 7056 of the
California Revenue and Taxation Code, authorizes HDL to perform such audits.
(Director of Finance)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
5. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-220, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A CITY COUNCIL POLICY ON TRAVEL
AND CONFERENCES/TRAINING
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-221, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CITY COUNCIL POLICY 120-01 USE OF
CITY VEHICLES AND MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT FOR USE OF PRIVATE
VEHICLES
As part of the City's Fiscal Health Plan, the Finance Department will conduct a complete
review of all fiscal policies to identify azeas in the City's internal controls that could be
further strengthened with written policies. Staff will continue to review City policies to
ensure continued relevance and to identify any shortfalls in fiscal accountability that
should be addressed with new policies. As the review progresses, staff will periodically
bring forward for Council consideration, new policies, and if need be, amendments to
existing policies as necessary. (Director of Finance)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-222, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $25,000 FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
HOMELAND SECURITY AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS TO THE
FEDERAL GRANTS FUND FOR THE URBAN AREA SECURITY INITIATIVE
(4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) funds address the unique equipment, training,
planning and exercise needs of lazge, high-threat urban areas and assist them in building
an enhanced and sustainable capacity to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover
from acts of terrorism. The City of San Diego Office of Homeland Security, who
manages UASI funds for the region, has authorized the Fire Department to use Fiscal
Yeaz 2008 UASI funds for a regional mapping project. (Fire Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
Item 7 was removed from the Consent Calendar.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-223, RESLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CHULA VISTA DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER TO
ACT ON THE CITY'S BEHALF IN MATTERS RELATING TO THE CITY AND THE
CSAC EXCESS INSURANCE AUTHORITY
The City's excess workers' compensation insurance pool and CSAC Excess Insurance
Authority (EIA), has determined that it is necessary for each member of the Authority to
delegate to a person(s) or position(s) authority to act on the member's behalf in matters
relating to the member and the Authority, except for those actions that must be approved
by the member's governing body. Adoption of the resolution delegates that authority to
the City Manager. (Director of Human Resources)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-224, RESOLUTOIN OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AND LAND OWNERS IN OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 IN
SATISFACTION OF THE CITY'S BALANCED COMMUNITIES POLICY
The City's Balanced Communities Policy requires all new development over 50 units to
provide 10% of their total units affordable to low and moderate income households. The
Affordable Housing agreement documents this obligation and is recorded against all
property within Otay Ranch Village 2. As there are multiple land owners within Village
2, each parcel owner will satisfy their own requirement. (Assistant City
Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
10. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-225, RESOLUTOIN OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE ADDITION OF ONE GRANT-
FUNDED UNCLASSIFIED POSITION TO THE AUTHORIZED POSITION COUNT
FOR THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR, AMENDING THE COMPENSATION
SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN TO REFLECT THE ADDITION OF A
CHIEF SERVICE OFFICER, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2010/2011
PERSONNEL SERVICES BUDGET FOR THE CITY COUNCIL DEPARTMENT BY
APPROPRIATING $86,340 FROM GRANT FUNDS (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
B. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF
UNCLASSIFIED POSITIONS TO ADD THE TITLE OF CHIEF SERVICE OFFICER
(FIRST READING) (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
The Mayor's Office requests the addition of one new position, Chief Service Officer
(Unclassified) as required by the Cities of Service grant. This position will be
responsible for organizing, developing and implementing a comprehensive service plan
to mobilize Chula Vistans to serve their community and strategically address some of the
community's high-priority needs in azeas of youth job readiness and community
wellness. Additionally, Chula Vista City Charter section 500 requires that all
unclassified positions not mentioned specially in Charter section 500 be adopted by
Ordinance. The Mayor's Office requests the addition of the new Chief Service Officer
position to the unclassified service. (Mayor and Council)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution and place the ordinance on first
reading.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
11. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-226, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $269,574 FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE
OF TRAFFIC SAFETY AND APPROPRIATING $205,580 TO THE POLICE GRANT
FUND FOR THE DUI ENFORCEMENT AND AWARENESS PROGRAM (4/STHS
VOTE REQUIRED)
The California Office of Traffic Safety has awarded $269,574 to the Police Department
to continue the DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program. The goal of the DUI
Enforcement and Awazeness Program is to reduce the persons killed and injured in
alcohol-involved crashes. (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-227, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $486,539 FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE
OF TRAFFIC SAFETY AND APPROPRIATING $366,505 TO THE POLICE GRANT
FUND FOR THE DUI PROSECUTION AND AWARENESS PROGRAM (4/STHS
VOTE REQUIRED)
The Police Department has been awarded grant funding from the California Office of
Traffic Safety to continue a successful program focused on the vertical prosecution of
traffic related cases including DUI offenders, hit and run collisions and injury/fatal
collisions. This program involves a regional collaboration of local agencies conducting
DUI/driver license checkpoints and saturation patrols, which is the goal of reducing the
number ofalcohol-involved collisions in the South Bay region. (Police Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
13. A. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-228, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING PROCESS
AND AUTHORIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO CONTRACT WITH
AMERICAN EMERGENCY PRODUCTS FOR POLICE VEHICLE OUTFITTING
SERVICES
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-229, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE FORMAL BID
REQUIREMENT AND UTILIZE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BID PO DPO-
SH36508203-1 TO PURCHASE POLICE PATROL VEHICLES
The Chula Vista Police Department requests to continue utilizing American Emergency
Products to provide vehicle outfitting services for the entire police department fleet and
purchase patrol vehicles on a Los Angeles County bid from Bob Wondries Ford. (Police
Chief)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolutions.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
14. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-230, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $90,000 FROM THE AVAILABLE
BALANCE OF THE ASSET SEIZURE. FUND FOR POLICE EQUIPMENT (4/STHS
VOTE REQUIRED)
Adoption of the resolution appropriates funds to purchase a new walk-in freezer for
Property and Evidence storage. (Police Chief)
StafFrecommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-231, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA DECLARING THE CITY'S INTENTION TO
UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION LINES
ALONG PLAZA BONITA ROAD FROM THE NORTH CITY LIMITS TO THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BONITA ROAD AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR OCTOBER 12, 2010
The County of San Diego wishes to underground the overhead electrical transmission
lines along Plaza Bonita Road using their undergrounding funds. However,
approximately 2000 linear feet of overhead lines are within the City of Chula Vista. The
City must therefore form a utility undergrounding district for the project to be completed.
(Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-232, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING $77,694 IN UNEXPENDED
REVENUES FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCE
RECYCLING AND RECOVERY (CAL-RECYCLE) USED OIL RECYCLING BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE 15TH CYCLE AND AMENDING THE FISCAL
YEAR 2010/2011 WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING BUDGET (4/STHS
V OTE REQUIRED)
Chula Vista is the lead agency for a South and East County Regional Used Oil/Filters
Recycling Program comprised of seven cities: Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National
City, Lemon Grove, La Mesa, El Cajon and Santee. This regional program was awarded
$77,694 in last fiscal year and staff is requesting to carry forward the unexpended balance
to the fiscal year 2010/2011 budget of the Waste Management and Recycling Budget.
(Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
17. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-233, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING A THREE PARTY AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, PMC, INC., AND OTAY LAND
COMPANY, LLC FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES RELATED TO PREPARATION
OF PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING PLANS AND FISCAL IMPACT ANALYSES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE OTAY RANCH VILLAGES EIGHT WEST AND NINE
SECTIONAL PLANNING AREA (SPA) PLANS, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
In April 2008, the City approved a land offer agreement with the Otay Land Company
laying out particular processing considerations for their Village 8 West and Village 9
projects. The applicant has filed Sectional Planning Area Plans and Tentative Map
applications for Village 8 West and Village 9. Adoption of the resolution approves a
three-party contract for preparation of the necessary Public Facilities Financing Plans and
Fiscal Impact Analyses for both villages. (Assistant City Manager/Development Services
Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered Consent
Calendar Items 2 through 6, and 8 through 17, headings read, text waived.
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF MEV[JTES of March 23, and April 1, 2010.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve the minutes. Councilmember Castaneda seconded
the motion and it carried 4-0-1, with Councilmember McCann abstaining.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
SETTING THE SALARY OF THE ELECTED CITY ATTORNEY
Item 7 was removed from the Consent Calendar at the request of staff. The item was not
discussed, and no action was taken.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jack Blakely and Mark Martensen, Chula Vista residents, suggested construction of a hall of
fame recognition wall, recognizing the Parkview Little League World Series baseball champions.
Mr. Blakely suggested that the wall be placed at Third Avenue and Park Way, and stated that the
project would be privately funded. Mark Martensen then presented the proposed design.
The Council referred the matter to the City Manager to provide a point of contact for anyone
interested in proposing projects to recognize the Little League champions.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS (Continued)
Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of allowing medical marijuana dispensaries
in the City.
Donatella Lopez, Chula Vista resident, spoke about progress being made in the community
regarding pazk clean-up campaigns. She commented on the recent success of a clean-up events in
Lauderbach Park and Friendship Park.
Mariaelena Aguilar, Chula Vista resident, thanked everyone involved in the recent park clean-up
event, and she invited the community to participate in a Picnic Day and clean-up event at
Memorial Pazk on September 18, 2010.
Natalie McKenna, San Diego resident, representing the National Conflict Resolution Center,
described the services and trainings offered by the organization. She extended an offer to the
community for conflict resolution training at no cost.
Willard Howard, Chula Vista resident, commented on the role of the Mayor and
Councilmembers with regard to supporting or opposing issues. He spoke in opposition to the
Council making decisions on a proposed sales tax based on potential revenue; he stated decisions
should be made based on potential community benefit.
Item 20A was taken out of order and addressed at this time.
20. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Update from Port Commissioner Stephen Padilla.
Port Commissioner Padilla presented updates from the Port Commission regazding the L-Ditch
Remediation Project; SB 1039 and Senator Ducheny's request for a Port District Ad Hoc
Committee, to which Commissioner Padilla was appointed; H Street Extension Project;
anticipated timelines for the Chula Vista Bayfront Master Plan; Chula Vista Wildfire Reserve
Restoration & Enhancement Project; and the dismantling of the South Bay Power Plant.
Ben Vallejos, San Diego resident, representing the Chula Vista Nature Center, announced that
the Port would be sponsoring the Animals of the Bay Day at the Chula Vista Nature Center, on
September 18th and 19th, and the event would be free to the public. He stated that the Nature
Center looked forward to working with the City and Port on ways to sustain the Nature Center,
and to be included in the master plan process.
Discussion ensued in response to the updates by Port Commissioner Padilla.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
18. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTION 3.41.030(B) -REGISTRATION OF TRANSIENTS AT HOTELS AND
MOTELS
The City Attorney's Office has received written requests from Chula Vista motel
proprietors to alter the Chula Vista Municipal Code to broaden the forms of identification
needed to rent hotel rooms for non-U.S. residents. The Chula Vista Chamber of
Commerce has also requested that this alteration be made. Motel proprietors have
represented that the current restriction on forms of identification unfairly inhibits their
business. (City Attomey)
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.
Deputy City Attorney Hawkins introduced the item.
Police Chief Bejarano spoke in support of the proposed amendment and stated that it would not
affect efforts by the Department to maintain a safe motel environment in the City.
Mayor Cox opened the public hearing.
Willard Howard, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendment.
Lisa Cohen, Chula Vista resident, representing the Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of
the proposed amendment.
There being no further members of the public who wished, to speak, Mayor Cox closed the
public hearing.
ACTION: Councilmember Castaneda moved to place the following ordinance on first
reading, heading read, text waived:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTER
3.41, SECTION 3.41.030, SUBSECTION B OF THE CHULA VISTA
MUNICIPAL CODE (FIRST READING)
Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the motion, and it carved 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
19. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
City Manager Sandoval stated, with Council consensus, that the September 21, 2010 Regulaz
Council meeting would be cancelled due to a lack of items.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
20. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Update from Port Commissioner, Stephen Padilla.
This item was addressed prior to Item 18.
B. Ratification of the re-appointment of Alan Miles Mellor to the Youth Action
Council.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to re-appoint Miles Mellor to the Youth Action Council.
Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
C. Ratification of appointments to the following boards and commissions:
Board of Appeals & Advisors - Chazles Sanfilippo
Board of Library Trustees - Shauna Stokes
International Friendship Commission - Ofelia Gutierrez and Eugene Yee
Cultural Arts Commission - Anitza Rodriguez
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to ratifiy the appointments of the Board Members and
Commissioners. Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried
5-0.
21. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS
Councilmember McCann thanked Public Works Director Hopkins and Recreation Director
Martin for their work with the recent opening of the San Miguel Park. He stated that he
participated in the 9/11 ceremony at Fire Station 7, and thanked Fire Chief Hanneman and Police
Chief Bejarano for their participation. He stated that next year was the 10th anniversary of the
9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States, and suggested that the Police and Fire Departments
work together with the Veterans Home to hold a dedication for victims of the attacks. He asked
that the meeting be adjourned in memory of the victims of 9/11.
Councilmember Castaneda congratulated the Otay Ranch Elementary School faculty, students,
and parents on the 2010 National Blue Ribbon School award that singles out schools that have
shown significant progress in closing the achievement gap for students. He received a request
from First Lady Obama, requesting that the City sign up for the "Let's Move" Campaign that
would make the City eligible for grants for projects for healthy lifestyles for youth in the
community. He recognized and congratulated Fire Captain John McClintock on his awazds
received at the recent Canadian/American Police/Fire games. He invited the community to
participate in the Memorial Park clean-up event on September 18, 2010.
Councilmember Bensoussan announced the upcoming Taste of the Arts event on September 23,
2010, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. She reminded the public of the upcoming Harbor Days Event
and announced that the event would include an art show, and stated that anyone interested in
submitting artwork could contact the City Council Office or Centennial Office.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 6:01 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting in memory of the victims of the September 11,
2001 terrorist attacks, to the. next Regular City Council Meeting on September 21, 2010, at 4:00
p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 22, 2010
4:00 P.M.
A Special 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 City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan, Castaneda, McCann, Ramirez, and Mayor
Cox
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
INTERVIEWS
1. INTERVIEWS TO FILL ONE VACANCY ON THE PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to appoint Jan Buddingh, Jr. to the Parks and
Recreation Commission. Deputy Mayor Ramirez seconded the motion, and it
carried 5-0.
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:35 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next regulaz City Council meeting of
September 28, 2010, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 28, 2010
3:00 P.M.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:03 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan (arrived at 3:05 p.m.), Castaneda, McCann,
and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: Councilmember Ramirez
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS .PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: Jim Sandoval, Bart Miesfeld, Scott Tulloch, Kelley
Bacon, Maria Kachadoorian, Richazd Kreider and Simon Silva.
Employee organizations: CVEA, Mid-Managers/Professionals, IAFF, CVPOA, and
WCE.
This item was not discussed.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a)
1) In re: South Bay Expressway, L.P., et al., Debtors;
No reportable action was taken on this item.
2) Deanna Mory, et al. v. City of Chula Vista, et al., United States District Court,
Case No. 06 CV 1460 JAH(BLM) and Deanna Mory, et al. v. City of Chula Vista,
et al., United States District Court, Case No. 07-CV-0462 JLS (BLM); and
No reportable action was taken on this item.
3) City of Chula Vista v. NexHorizon Broadband of Southern California, Inc.; Case
No. 37-2010-00083634-CU-BC-CTL.
No reportable action was taken on this item.
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3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(c)
One Case.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to authorize retention of Phillips & Cohen law
firm and participation in litigation entitled Hendrix v. J & M Manufacturing.
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0.
ADJOURNMENT
At 3:37 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next regular City Council meeting of
September 28, 2010, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Sr. Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 28, 2010
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: Assistant City Manager Tulloch, City Attorney Miesfeld, City
Clerk Norris, and Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Dr. Lowell Billings, Superintendent, Chula Vista Elementary School District led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
OATHS OF OFFICE
Charles Sanfilippo, Board of Appeals & Advisors
Eugene Yee, International Friendship Commission
Jan Buddingh Jr., Parks and Recreation Commission
City Clerk Norris administered the oath of office to Commissioners Chazles San Filippo and Jan
Buddingh Jr., and Deputy Mayor Ramirez presented them each with a certificate of appointment.
Mr. Yee was not present at the meeting.
PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION TO HONOR LEROY ACOSTA AS
CHULA VISTA VETERAN OF THE YEAR FOR 2010/2011
Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Councilmember Bensoussan presented it to Mr. Acosta.
PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION TO JOAN WYLLIE, FOUNDER OF NINE
GIRLS ASK?, PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 2010, AS OVARIAN CANCER
AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Councilmember McCann presented it to Mr. Wylie, who
accepted it on behalf of Mrs. Wylie.
PRESENTATION BY DR. LOWELL BILLINGS, SUPERINTENDENT, OF AN
UPDATE ON CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Superintendent, Dr. Billings and Assistant District Superintendent, Dr. Nelson, presented an
update on the District's fiscal status, standards and assessments accountability, comparative data,
California Academic Performance Index, and student philanthropic participation.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Continued)
PRESENTATION BY MARILYN PONSEGGI, PRINCIPAL PLANNER, OF AN
OVERVIEW OF SB375 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSION REDUCTION BILL, AND
SANDAG'S EFFORTS TO PREPARE THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN,
INCLUDING THE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY STRATEGY AS REQUIRED BY
SB375
Principal Planner Ponseggi presented an overview of key provisions of Senate Bill 375, which
included greenhouse gas targets for reducing passenger vehicle emissions, preparation of a
sustainable community strategy to be included in the Regional Transportation Plan, and public
participation with the sustainable community strategy.
PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION TO FIRE CHIEF DAVID HANNEMAN
AND DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF JUSTIN GIPSON, PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 3-9, 2010
AS FIRE PREVENTION WEEK IN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
Fire Chief Hanneman introduced Deputy Fire Chief Gipson who invited the public to the
Department's Annual Open House on October 2, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Fire
Station 4, located on 850 Paseo Ranchero. He provided safety tips for home fire prevention and
detection. Mayor Cox read the proclamation and Councilmember Castaneda presented it to
Chief Hanneman.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(gems 1-10)
Items 1 and 6 were removed from the Consent Calendar for sepazate consideration.
Councilmember McCann stated that he would be abstaining from voting on Item 1, due to his
absence from the meeting while on military duty. Councilmember Castaneda stated he would be
abstaining from voting on Item 6 out of an abundance of caution, due to potential properry-
related conflict of interest. Item 10 was pulled from the Consent Calendaz at the request of staff.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter of resignation from Jan K. Buddingh, Jr., Board of Appeals & Advisors.
Staff recommendation: Council accept the resignation.
ORDINANCE NO. 3164, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 RELATING
TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF UNCLASSIFIED POSITIONS TO ADD THE TITLE
OF CHIEF SERVICE OFFICER (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (4/STHS
VOTE REQUIRED)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
The Mayor's Office requests the addition of one new position, Chief Service Officer
(Unclassified) as required by the Cities of Service grant. This position will be
responsible for organizing, developing and implementing a comprehensive service plan
to mobilize Chula Vistans to serve their community and strategically address some of the
community's high-priority needs in areas of youth job readiness and community
wellness. Additionally, Chula Vista City Charter section 500 requires that all
unclassified positions not mentioned specially in Charter section 500 be adopted by
Ordinance. The Mayor's Office requests the addition of the new Chief Service Officer
position to the unclassified service. This ordinance was introduced September 14, 2010.
(Mayor's Office)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 3165, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
AMENDING CHAPTER 3.41, SECTION 3.41.030, SUBSECTION B OF THE CHULA
VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)
The City Attorney's Office has received written requests from Chula Vista motel
proprietors to alter the Chula Vista Municipal Code to broaden the forms of identification
needed to rent hotel rooms for non-U.S. residents. The Chula Vista Chamber of
Commerce has also requested that this alteration be made. Motel proprietors have
represented that the current restriction on forms of identification unfairly inhibits their
business. This ordinance was introduced September 14, 2010. (City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the ordinance.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-234, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2010/2011 LIBRARY
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING A GRANT AWARD IN THE
AMOUNT OF $2,000 FOR THE CHULA VISTA LIBRARY "LEAP INTO READING"
PROGRAM (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
The Chula Vista Public Library received aone-time grant award in fiscal year 2009/2010
from the San Diego Council on Literacy -Affiliate Support Fund in the amount of
$2,000 to support the library's "Leap into Reading" program by funding supplies, books
and classroom materials. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the grant awazd was not
spent in fiscal year 2009/2010. Adoption of the resolution approves for the spending of
the grant award in fiscal yeaz 2010/201 L (Library Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
6. Item 6 was removed from the Consent Calendar.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
7. REPORT GIVING NOTICE O
INTEREST CODE OF THE CITY
CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
F INTENT TO AMEND THE CONFLICT OF
OF CHULA VISTA; AND DIRECTING THE CITY
TO RETURN TO COUNCIL TO PRESENT THE
Pursuant to Resolution No. 2010-131, the City Clerk and City Attorney have reviewed
the City's conflict of interest code and its appendix, and have determined that
amendments are necessary. Staff anticipates returning to Council within 90 days to
present the proposed amendments. (City Clerk and City Attorney)
Staff recommendation: Council accept the report.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-236, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE WAIVER OF THE APPLICABLE
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION TAX FOR 28 AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS
WITHIN A DEVELOPMENT TO BE LOCATED ON NEIGHBORHOOD R-30 IN
OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 IN SATISFACTION OF THE CITY'S BALANCED
COMMUNITIES POLICY
Rosina Genpar, LLC (Developer) proposes to develop a two hundred seventy-eight unit
housing project located on Neighborhood R-30 in Otay Ranch Village 2 in the City of
Chula Vista, of which twenty-eight units will be operated as affordable rental housing for
low and moderate-income households. The twenty-eight affordable units are being
provided consistent with the Affordable Housing Program of the Otay Ranch Village 2
Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan and the City's Balanced Communities Policy. To
assist in the development of the low and moderate-income housing units, the Developer is
requesting a waiver of the Residential Construction Tax. (Assistant City
Manager/Development Services Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-237, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT
FOR THE "TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION AT "E" STREET AND FIRST
AVENUE (TF349)" PROJECT TO HMS CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT
OF $319,362, APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $190,000 FROM
THE AVAILABLE TRAFFIC SIGNAL FUND BALANCE, AND AUTHORIZING
THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO EXPEND ALL AVAILABLE FUNDS IN
THE PROJECT (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
On September 8, 2010, the Director of Public Works received two (2) sealed bids for the
project. The project is included in the Capital Improvement Program budget to provide
protected left-tum phasing and to improve the drivability of "E" Street at the intersection.
Adoption of the resolution awards a contract to HMS Construction, Inc., appropriates
additional funding into the project, and authorizes the Director of Public Works to expend
all available funds in the project. (Director of Public Works)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
10. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
SETTING THE MINIMUM SALARY OF THE ELECTED CITY ATTORNEY
In November of 2008, the residents of the City of Chula Vista voted to amend the City
Charter to make the Chula Vista City Attorney an elected officer of the City. Based on
City Charter Section 503, the City Council must set the compensation for the City
Attorney in accordance with the formula established by City Charter Section 503 and
Ordinance No. 3147. Pursuant to that formula, the minimum compensation for the City
Attorney is $203,688 annually. (Director of Human Resources)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered Consent
Calendaz Items 2 through 5, and 7 through 9, headings read, text waived.
Councilmember Castaneda seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVAL OF MINUTES of April 13, May 4, May 6 and May 11, 2010.
Staff recommendation: Council approve the minutes.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve the minutes. Councilmember Castaneda seconded
the motion, and it carried 4-0-1, with Councilmember McCann abstaining.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-235, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
REQUEST TO APPROPRIATE $20,000 TO THE FINE ARTS FUND FROM THE
AVAILABLE FUND BALANCE FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING THE
SCULPTURE GARDEN PROJECT (4/STHS VOTE REQUIRED)
The Cultural Arts Commission is requesting an appropriation of $20,000 to the Fine Arts
Fund to commence work on a sculpture garden project, located on the corner of 3rd
Avenue and "E" Street. City staff has determined that the Fine Arts Fund balance is
currently $32,315.00. Additional financial support from sponsors would be solicited by
the Cultural Arts Commission to augment this amount. (Library Director)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to approve Resolution No. 2010-235, heading read, text
waived. Deputy Mayor Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0-1, with
Councilmember Castaneda abstaining.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, spoke in favor of allowing medical marijuana dispensaries in
the City.
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OTHER BUSINESS
11. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
Assistant City Manager Tulloch gave his best wishes to City Manager Sandoval and family on
the expected birth of his granddaughter.
12. MAYOR'S REPORTS
A. Ratification of appointment of Robert Ross to the Resource Conservation
Commission.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to appoint Mr. Ross to the Resource Conservation Commission.
Councilmember McCann seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
B. Designation of a voting member and alternate for the National League of Cities
Annual Business Meeting, to be held Saturday, December 4, 2010 in Denver,
Colorado.
ACTION: Mayor Cox moved to designate Councilmember Bensoussan as voting member for
the National League of Cities Annual Business Meeting and Mayor Cox as alternate.
Deputy Mayor Ramirez seconded the motion, and it carried 5-0.
Mayor Cox made the following announcements
• A solar panel company would soon be locating to Chula Vista.
• Hazbor Days -October 9 and 10'
• Beautify Chula Vista -October 16.
• Anew Fish and Game wildlife classroom was under construction at the Chula
Vista Nature Center.
Mayor Cox recognized and congratulated Councilmember Bensoussan upon receipt of the 2010
Local Elected Official Sustainability Awazd.
13. COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS
Councilmember Bensoussan stated that she shared credit for the ICLEA awazd with the City
Council, the Department of Conservation and Environmental Services, and the Climate Change
Working Group. She encouraged the community to attend the Climate Change Workshop on
October 7 at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Councilmember Castaneda stated that he attended the recent regional coastal clean-up effort and
thanked everyone who participated in the event. He also attended the South Chula Vista Library
Quinceanera celebration, and he congratulated Deputy Mayor Ramirez for organizing the Poetry
Slam at the event.
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OTHER BUSINESS (Continued)
Councilmember McCann stated that he attended the recent Bonita Fest event, and he thanked
everyone who attended. He also congratulated the Third Avenue Village Association on its
Taste of Third Avenue event. He announced that information was available on the Beautify
Chula Vista event at www.beautifychulavista.org. He announced that Christmas in October was
scheduled for October 9, 2010, and to contact his office at for more information.
Deputy Ramirez commented on the success of the recent Quinceanera event at South Chula Vista
Library, and he thanked Library staff and his staff for their work with organizing the event. He
stated that the subject of his September Public Office Hours meeting was about good neighbor
policy that addressed issues such as parking and trash, and reported that the meeting was well
attended.
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:18 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next regular City Council meeting on
October 5, 2010, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
orraine Bennett, CMC, Sr. Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
October 5, 2010
3:00 P.M.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 3:05 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan (arrived at 3:07 p.m.), McCann, Ramirez,
and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: Councilmember Castaneda
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: Jim Sandoval, Bart Miesfeld, Scott Tulloch, Kelley
Bacon, Maria Kachadoorian, Richard Kreider and Simon Silva.
Employee organizations: CVEA, Mid-Managers/Professionals, IAFF, CVPOA, and
WCE.
No reportable action was taken on this item.
ADJOURNMENT
At 3:40 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting to the next regular City Council meeting of
October 5, 2010, at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
October 5, 2010
4:00 P.M.
A Regulaz Meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 4:03
p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Bensoussan, Castaneda (arrived at 6:28 p.m.), McCann,
Ramirez, and Mayor Cox
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Sandoval, City Attorney Miesfeld, City Clerk
Norris, and Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Deputy Mayor Ramirez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Daniel Green, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of allowing medical marijuana dispensaries
in the City.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION NO. 2010-238, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING PENSION REFORM, WHICH REFORM
SHALL REQUIRE THE MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS, THE CITY MANAGER,
THE CITY ATTORNEY, THE CITY CLERK, AND EMPLOYEES IN THE
EXECUTIVE, SENIOR MANAGER, MID-MANAGER UNCLASSIFIED, MID-
MANAGER CONFIDENTIAL, PROFESSIONAL UNCLASSIFIED, PROFESSIONAL
CONFIDENTIAL AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE GROUPS TO MAKE
CONTRIBUTIONS, WHICH WILL BE APPLIED TO THE CITY'S CONTRIBUTION
TO CALPERS FOR OPTIONAL BENEFITS, TO SHARE PENSION COSTS WITH
THE CITY; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A SECOND TIER
CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN FOR THE MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS, THE
CITY MANAGER, THE CITY ATTORNEY, THE CITY CLERK, AS THEY ARE
NEWLY ELECTED OR APPOINTED, AND NEW EMPLOYEES IN THE
AFOREMENTIONED EMPLOYEE GROUPS; AND PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION
TO THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS TO
EFFECTUATE PENSION REFORMS STATED HEREIN
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CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
To address a significant budget shortfall for Fiscal Yeaz 2011/2012, the Mayor,
Councilmembers, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, and employees in the
Executive, Senior Manager, Mid-Manager Unclassified, Mid-Manager Confidential,
Professional Unclassified, Professional Confidential, and Confidential Employee Groups
have expressed a willingness to participate in necessary pension reform. Adoption of the
Resolution implements that pension reform, requiring officials and employees in the
above classifications to contribute (8% or 9% depending on their CaIPERS member
category) toward their pension benefits; and directs the City Manager to establish a
Second Tier Ca1PERS Retirement Plan for the newly elected, appointed, or employed
individuals in those classifications. (Director of Human Resources)
Staff recommendation: Council adopt the resolution.
Human Resources Director Bacon gave an overview of the proposed pension reform.
ACTION: Councilmember McCann moved to approve staff s recommendation and offered
Consent Calendaz Item 1, heading read, text waived. Councilmember Bensoussan seconded the
motion, and it carried 4-0.
ACTION ITEMS
2. REPORT ON THE CITY MANAGER'S FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 BUDGET
BALANCING PLAN
The Five-Yeaz Financial Forecast, presented to Council at the August 17, 2010 Council
meeting, indicates that the City's General Fund has a projected deficit of $12.5 million
for Fiscal Year 2011/2012. Given the magnitude of the projected deficit, City
management has prepazed abudget-balancing plan designed to address the budget deficit.
This report provides an overview of the City Manager's plan to close the budget gap.
(City Manager)
City Manager Sandoval presented an overview of the 2009 Fiscal Health Plan.
Finance Director Kachadoorian gave an overview of the five-year financial forecast.
City Manager Sandoval introduced financial consultant, Craig Hoshijima, who presented an
overview of the results of his review of the City's budget.
Finance Director Kachadoorian then presented the proposed budget reduction plan to close the
$12.5 million budget gap.
Willazd Howard, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of continuing the Fourth of July
celebrations in the City.
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ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
The following members of the public spoke in support of maintaining services at the Norman
Park Senior Center:
Linda Parkhurst, Chula Vista resident
Carol Ann Taylor, Chula Vista resident
Chequita Falls, Spring Valley resident
Daniel Siso, Chula Vista resident, representing the Chula Vista Employee Association, spoke in
support of retaining the City's Ranger Department.
The following members of the public spoke in support of keeping the public libraries open:
Matthew Anderson, Chula Vista/Bonita resident
Beth Roach, Chula Vista resident
Susan Botts, Chula Vista resident
Louise Swinney, Chula Vista resident
Susan Lipp, Chula Vista resident
Ginny Taylor, Chula Vista resident
John Finch, Chula Vista resident
Kathy Zwick, Chula Vista resident
Maria Del Castillo, Chula Vista resident
Laura Bianchi, Chula Vista resident
Michael Monaco, Chula Vista resident
The following City staff requested that their positions be retained in the tree division, which was
slated to be eliminated as part of the proposed budget reduction plan:
Roy Jennings, Chula Vista resident
Angel Lopez, Bonita resident
Franchicio Silva, Chula Vista resident
Mitch Thompson, Chula Vista resident, encouraged employees to agree to the pension reform,
spoke in support of maintaining current staffing levels, and suggested expansion of
redevelopment into residential areas.
Christopher Lewis, Bonita resident, suggested having staff work with the Nature Center to
identify and attract additional revenue sources to sustain the facility.
Susan Fuller, Imperial Beach resident, representing the Nature Center, did not speak, but
indicated support of the comments by Christopher Lewis.
Mayor Cox recessed the Council Meeting at 6:04 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 6:28 p.m.,
with all members present.
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ACTION ITEMS (Contintued)
Georgie Stillman, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of maintaining library services.
Claudia Rengito, spoke in support of maintaining library services and the Loma Verde Pool
Rusty James, El Cajon resident, representing the Chula Vista Employees Association, asked for
Council consideration to maintain City resources, and to treat the employees fairly in the labor
negotiation process.
Chuck Schrader, Chula Vista resident, encouraged the community to vote in favor of Proposition
H.
Stewart Payne, Chula Vista resident, suggested that the City utilize the graduates of the Citizen's
Leadership Academy as volunteers in the City; and to look at ways to identify new revenues for
the City.
David Walden, Chula Vista resident, encouraged Council to look at identifying new revenue
sources, and to work collaboratively with other cities on how to do business and to share
resources.
Theresa Accero, Chula Vista resident, questioned the costs associated with outside counsel for
labor negotiations. She spoke in favor of Proposition H.
Bettina Batista, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to staffing cuts in the Police
Department.
Jose Lopez, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to cuts in Public Safety Services.
Phil Collum, San Diego resident, representing the Chula Vista Police Officers Association, spoke
in opposition to cuts in Public Safety, and asked for Council consideration of fairness and respect
in the labor negotiation process.
John Hale, representing the Chula Vista Employees Association, spoke in opposition to the
proposed eight percent employee contribution to the City's pension system.
Frank Carson, Chula Vista resident, and City Recreation Supervisor, spoke in favor of
maintaining recreation services and programs and the Norman Park Senior Center.
Don Abel, National City resident, representing the Woman's Wellness Center, spoke in support
of the Norman Park Senior Center.
City Manager Sandoval responded to some of the speakers' comments, and spoke about
efficiency studies of City departments, the Goodrich LEAN program, recommendation of a
second tier pension plan for new hires after January 2011, negotiations with bargaining groups to
address pension contributions, and elimination of pay increases.
ACTION ITEMS (Continued)
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Discussion ensued about the proposed budget balancing plan.
It was the consensus of the City Council to have staff come back in two weeks with information
in response to a memorandum submitted by Councilmembers Castaneda and Ramirez, dated
October 5, 2010, with the following requests:
1. We ask the City Manager to roll back all raises or ongoing enhancements to pay in the
last three years to all unrepresented employees including step increases.
2. We request that the City Council undertake a department by department budget review to
determine the appropriate staffing levels for each.
3. We request further review of consolidation of existing departments to reduce
expenditures for managerial positions.
4. We request a comprehensive analysis of opportunities to consolidate department
operations into available City facilities, which will yield excess capacity with the
potential to be leased to outside entities.
OTHER BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
There were none.
4. MAYOR'S REPORTS
There were none.
COUNCILMEMBERS' COMMENTS
There were none.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:13 p.m., Mayor Cox adjourned the meeting in recognition of the recent marriage of City
employees Emma McClees and Gary Harris, to the workshop meeting on Thursday, October 7,
2010 at 4:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers; and thence to the regular City Council meeting of
October 12, 2010 in the Council Chambers.
Lorraine Bennett, CMC, Sr. Deputy City Clerk
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