City of Chula Vista
Regular Meeting of the City Council
Meeting Minutes
June 7, 2022, 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Present: Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, Mayor Casillas Salas
Also Present: City Manager Kachadoorian, City Attorney Googins, City Clerk Bigelow, Assistant City Clerk Turner
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda.
Agenda items may be taken out of order during the meeting.
The agenda items were considered in the order presented. _____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:09 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Bigelow called the roll.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Councilmember Cardenas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Casillas Salas called for a moment of silence to honor the students of Uvlade and other victims of gun violence.
4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
4.1 Presentation of a Proclamation Proclaiming Tuesday, June 7, 2022 as Port Commissioner Ann Moore Day in the City of Chula Vista
Mayor Casillas Salas read the proclamation and Councilmember Padilla presented it to Ann Moore.
4.2 Recognition of the Rancho Del Rey Middle School Royal Robotics VEX Team 6446C, Winners of the 2022 Middle School VEX VCR World Championship Mayor Casillas Salas read the proclamation and Councilmembers McCann, Cardenas, and Galvez presented City of Champions medals to t he Rancho Del Rey Middle School Royal Robotics VEX Team 644C.
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5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.10)
Mayor Casillas Salas announced that Item 5.6 would be continued to the June 14, 2022 meeting at the request of staff and that Item 5.10 would be remo ved from the Consent Calendar for a brief presentation.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember McCann
To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 5.1 through 5.5 and 5.7 through 5.9. The headings were read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas
Result, Carried (5 to 0)
5.1 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Approval of a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.
5.2 Consideration of Requests for Excused Absences
Consider requests for excused absences as appropriate. No req uests were received at that meeting.
5.3 Annual Budget: Update List of Unclassified City Position Titles Adopt an ordinance amending Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 2.05.010 to add the unclassified position titles of Chief Information Security Officer and deleting the position titles of Real Property manager and Smart Technology Officer.
ORDINANCE NO. 3522 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 ADDING THE UNCLASSIFIED
POSITION TITLES OF CHIEF INFORMATION SECURIT Y OFFICER AND
DELETING THE POSITION TITLES OF REAL PROPERTY MANAGER AND SMART TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION) (4/5
VOTE REQUIRED)
5.4 Contract Award and Appropriation: Awarding a Public Works Contract to Blue Pacific Engineering & Construc tion for the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center (CVEATC) Bridge Repair Project and Appropriating Funds for That Purpose
Adopt a resolution approving a contract with Blue Pacific Engineering & Construction for the CVEATC Bridge Repair project (CIP GG V0241) and appropriating funds for the construction phase of the project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-132 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS; AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE “CVEATC BRIDGE REPAIR (GGV0241)” PROJECT TO BLUE PACIFIC ENGINEERIN G & CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,713,727.00; AND APPROPRIATING 202206/07 Minutes - City Council Regular Meeting
$2,484,000 FROM UNANTICIPATED REVENUES AND THE GENERAL FUND TO THE CVEATC BRIDGE REPAIR PROJECT (GGV0241) (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.5 Grant Applications: Authorize the Submittal of Two Active T ransportation Program Grant Applications, and State the City's Assurance to Complete the Projects
Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of two Active Transportation Program - Cycle 6 grant applications for the F Street Promenade - Phase 1 and Baysho re Bikeway from E Street to Lagoon Drive projects, and state the City's assurance to complete the projects.
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-133 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION
PROGRAM – CYCLE 6 GRANT APPLI CATIONS FOR (1) THE F STREET PROMENADE - PHASE 1 PROJECT AND (2) THE BAYSHORE BIKEWAY FROM E STREET TO LAGOON DRIVE PROJECT; AND STATING THE CITY’S
ASSURANCE TO COMPLETE THE PROJECTS
5.7 Donation Acceptance & Appropriation: Accept Donations to be Used for the Costs Associated with Parks & Recreation Facilities and Programs Adopt a resolution accepting donations from multiple sources in the amount of $4,250 to be used for costs associated with Parks & Recreation facilities and programs, and appropriating funds for that purpose.
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-134 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING MULTIPLE DONATIONS IN A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $4,250
FOR COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS AND AMENDING THE FY2021/2022 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT BUDGET APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 Vote Required)
5.8 Senate Bill 1383: Amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapters 8.24 (Solid Waste) and 8.25 (Recycling, Organic Waste, and Edible Food Recovery) to Ensure Compliance with Senate Bill 1383 Mandates Place an ordinance on first reading amending various sections of Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapters 8.24 and 8.25 to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 1383 regulations.
ORDINANCE NO. 3523 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMEND ING CHAPTERS 8.24 AND 8.25 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA’S SHORT -LIVED CLIMATE
POLLUTION REGULATIONS (FIRST READING)
5.9 Coastal Development Permit Waiver: Receive a Report on the Issuance of a Coastal Development Permit De Minimis Waiver for Demolition of 215 Bay Boulevard
Receive a report and accept the Development Services Director’s determination regarding the issuance of a Coastal Development Permit De Minimis waiver for the demolition of the existing structure at 215 Bay Boulevard. 202206/07 Minutes - City Council Regular Meeting
RECEIPT OF A REPORT AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIRECTOR'S DETERMINATION REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF A
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DE MINIMIS WAIVER FOR THE
DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING STRUCTURE AT 215 BAY BOULEVARD.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
5.6 City Employment Benefits: Adopt Amendments to the Memoranda of Understanding with Collective Bargaining Groups Regarding Employee Benefits
Item 5.6 was continued to the June 14, 2022 meeting.
5.10 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Action Plan Amendment: Amend the HUD 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan, the Sub -Recipient Agreement with SBCS for Emergency Shelter Operations and Approve an Agreement with Clean the World for Mobile Shower Services
Deputy City Manager Allen gave a presentation on the item.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
Seconded by Councilmember McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2022-135, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas Result, Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-135 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA: (1) APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2021/2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO REALLOCATE FUNDIN G FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE EMERGENCY
SOLUTIONS GRANT; (2) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE
TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH SBCS FOR EMERGENCY HOMELESS SHELTER OPERATIONS; AND (3)
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH CLEAN THE WORLD FOUNDATION, INC. FOR THE
FRESH START WASH & WELLNESS PROGRAM
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding a flag at the library and District 2 sidewalk conditions.
Becky Rapp, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding the negative effects of marijuana use in the community.
At the request of Councilmember McCann, there was a consensus of the Council to request that the City Manager explore placing a flag at the library.
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7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.1 Regional Transportation Improvement Program: Adopt the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requ irements, and the hearing was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing.
There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Casillas Salas closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Galvez
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2022-136, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas Result, Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-136 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA ADOPTING THE TRANSNET LOCAL STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022/23 THROUGH 2026/27
8. ACTION ITEMS
8.1 Art Gallery: Naming of the City Building Located at 50 North Fourth Avenue as “Casa Casillas,” In Honor of Chula Vista Resident and Artist, Paula Casillas
City Librarian Whatley gave a presentation on the item.
ACTION: Moved by Deputy Mayor Cardenas
Seconded by Councilmember Padilla
To adopt Resolution No. 2022 -137, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas Result, Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-137 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE NAMING OF THE CITY BUILDING LOCATED AT 50 NORTH FOURTH AVENUE AS “CASA CASILLAS” IN HONOR OF CHULA VISTA
RESIDENT AND ARTIST, PAULA CASILLAS
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9. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
9.1 Ratification of Appointment: City Manager’s Appointment of the Director of Information Technology Services – Jose Cisneros
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Padilla
Seconded by Councilmember McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2022-138, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Deputy Mayor Cardenas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember McCann, Councilmember Padilla, and Mayor Casillas Salas Result, Carried (5 to 0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-138 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING THE CITY MANAGER’S APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – JOSE CISNEROS
10. MAYOR’S REPORTS
Mayor Casillas Salas spoke regarding the following recent events: Sesame Place presentation at the First Friday Breakfast; the Bayfront Press Conference; and the US Conference of Mayors. She also announced that the Bayfront groundbreaking event would be held on July 28, 2022, and that the City of Champions event would be held in conjunction with the Third Avenue Block Party.
11. COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS
Deputy Mayor Cardenas reminded the community to vote. She also spoke regarding a community meeting to discuss Harborside Park and ongoing issues with school district staff and parents.
Councilmember Padilla reminded the community to vote and encouraged candidates currently running for office.
Councilmember McCann congratulated Mayor Casillas Salas on the naming of Casa Casillas. He also spoke regarding his attendance at the swearing -in ceremony for eight new officers and the Annual Memorial Day Celebration at Glen Abbey
12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
City Attorney Googins commended Deputy Mayor Cardenas for her leadership at the recent meeting regarding Harborside Park. He also encouraged candidates currently running for office.
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13. CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to Resolution No. 13706 and Council Pol icy No. 346 -03, Official Minutes and records of action taken during Closed Sessions are maintained by the City Attorney.
City Attorney Googins announced that Item 13.1 would not be discussed and would be continued to a future meeting.
13.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: Arturo Castanares v. City of Chula Vista, San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-2021-00017713-CU-MC-CTL
ACTION: Item was not discussed.
14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Casillas Salas adjourned the meeting in memory of Harold West and spoke of his accomplishments.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk
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Kerry K. Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk