City of Chula Vista
Regular Meeting of the City Council
Meeting Minutes
January 24, 2023, 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Present: Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, Mayor McCann
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 C ity Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:09 p.m. 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.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 4.1 through 4.6)
Items 4.4 and 4.6 were removed from the consent calendar by staff and a member of the public, respectively.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by Councilmember Chavez
To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 4.1 through 4.3 and Item 4.5. The headings were read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
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4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes dated: January 17, 2023.
4.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.
4.3 Consideration of Request for Excused Absences
Consider requests for excused absences as appropriate. No requests were received at that meeting.
4.5 Grant Amendment: Amend Agreements for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services San Diego Advancing Minority Health Literacy Program, Authorize the City Manager to Enter into Agreement with Schiaffino Group LLC, and Reallocate Grant Funds
Adopt a resolution: A) Authoriz ing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment No. 2023 -006 to original Agreement No. 2021 -079 with The Regents of the University of California on behalf of its San Diego Campus (UCSD) and a First Amendment No. 2023 -007 to original Agreement No. 2021 -080 with the San Diego State University Research Foundation (SDSURF); B) Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Agreement No. 2023 -005 with Schiaffino Group LLC to provide expert health literacy consultation; and C) Reallocating funds for these purposes to implement the “San Diego Advancing Minority Health Literacy Program (SD-AMHLP).”
Item 4.5 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-006 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA: (A) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER
INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH SCHIAFFINO GROUP LLC TO PROVIDE EXPERT HEALTH LITERACY CONSULTATION; (B) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO A SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. 2021-079 WITH THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA ON
BEHALF OF ITS SAN DIEGO CAMP US AND A FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. 2021 -080 WITH THE SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION; AND (C) REALLOCATING GRANT FUNDS FOR THESE PURPOSES TO IMPLEMENT THE “SAN DIEGO ADVANCING MINORITY HEALTH LITERACY PROGRAM (SD-AMHLP)”
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
4.4 Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept a Grant through the County of San Diego Capital Emergency Housing Solutions Grant Program for the Chula Vista Homeless Bridge Shelter Capital Project, Approve an Associated Agreement, and Appropriate Funds
Homeless Services Manager Davis thanked County representatives for their efforts.
Alan C. expressed concern regarding the Health and Human Services building and surrounding areas.
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A concerned citizen submitted written communication expressing a neutral position on the item.
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023 -005, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 4.4 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-005 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING: A) PARTICIPATION IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CAPITAL EMERGENCY HOUS ING SOLUTIONS GRANT PROGRAM; B)
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO; AND C) APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
4.6 Purchase Award: Waive the Competitive Bid Process and Approve the Purchase of Ford Maverick XL Vehicles from Penske Ford La Mesa Alan C. spoke in opposition to staff's recommendation and expressed support for competitive bidding.
Assistant Police Chief Collum spoke regarding the item.
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-007, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 4.6 heading:
RESOLUTION NO 2023-007 OF THE CITY CO UNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BID PROCESS AND AUTHORIZING THE
PURCHASE OF FORD MAVERICK VEHICLES FROM PENSKE FORD LA MESA
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Alan C. spoke regarding increased pricing.
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding recognition to veterans and Councilmembers interacting with their districts.
Mary D. spoke regarding the Brown Act and the vehicle mileage tax.
City Attorney Googins spoke regarding Brown Act rules and an upcoming Ethics training. 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting
Deputy Mayor Preciado spoke in response to public comments made.
Joann Fields, representing Asian Pacific Islander Initiative (API), spoke regarding crime in the area and the upcoming San Diego API Community Town Hall.
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to a mileage tax:
Linda I.
Cherry Inchaurregui
Adan Cordoza
Delia Dominguez-Cervantes, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding the City Council appointment process.
Anna spoke in opposition to the appointment process.
Steve Stenberg spoke in support of non-partisan consideration of applicants.
Robert Johnson submitted written communication in support of a special election.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 Annual Report: Federal Block Grant Programs Funding Priorities for Fiscal Year 2023/24
Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.
Mayor McCann opened the public hearing.
Management Analyst Barnard gave a presentation on the item.
Robert Joh nson submitted written communications in opposition to staff's recommendation.
There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor McCann closed the public hearing.
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas
To accept the report. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
7. ACTION ITEMS
7.1 Employee Compensation: Amend the Compensation Schedule and Classification Plan for the FA Director of SD LECC, FA Deputy Executive Director, FA IVDC-LECC Executive Director, and FA Finance Manager Police Administrative Services Manager Alegre spoke regarding the item. 2023/01/24 Minutes - City Council - Regular Meeting
Alan C. spoke in opposition to staff's recommendation.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To adopt a Resolution Nos. 2023-008 and 2023-009, headings read, text waived.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1 heading:
A) RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -008 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE COMPENSATION SCHEDULE AND
CLASSIFICATION PLAN TO REFLECT CHANGES IN THE COMPENSATION
FOR FA DIRECTO R OF SD LECC, FA DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FA
IVDC-LECC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND FA FINANCE MANAGER EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2023
B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -009 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REVISED FISCAL YEAR 2022/23
COMPENSATION SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 27, 2023, AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5 TO
REFLECT SALARY INCREASES FOR FA DIRECTOR OF SD LECC, FA DEPUTY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FA IVDC -LECC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND FA
FINANCE MANAGER
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 6:13 p.m. The Council reconvened at 6:24 p.m., with all members present.
7.2 District 3 City Councilmember Vacancy: Determine Interview Questions, Interview Finalists, Make the Appointment to Fill the Vacancy For the Remaining Term, and Administer the Oath of Office to the Newly Appointed Councilmember
Mayor McCann explained the appointment process.
City Clerk Bigelow and City Attorney Googins spoke regarding the initial application screening process.
Alan C. spoke regarding the appointment process.
The following members of the public spoke in support of Nimpa Akana:
Judy Gallardo, Chula Vista resident
Ken Muraoka, Chula Vista resident
Michael Gorski, Chula Vista resident
Alex Galicia
Melanie Jimenez, Chula Vista resident
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John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to Councilmembers appointing friends and in opposition to appointing Sophia Rodriguez.
Mary D. spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment and in support of Nimpa Akana if an appointment was made
Delia Dominguez-Cervantes, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment.
Adrianna Clayborne, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to filling the vacancy by appointment and in support of Tanya Williams.
The following members of the public spoke in support of Tanya Williams:
Ryan Jones
Lizette Benitez, Chula Vista resident
Vanessa Williams
Hollye Wilde
Maria Morett, Chula Vista resident
Dasha Baker, Chula Vista resident
The following members of the public spoke in support of David Diaz:
Veronica Ferguson, Chula Vista resident
Henrietta Paramo, Chula Vista resident
Ray Da Silva, Chula Vista resident
Cida Diehl
Rebecca Lee
Michael Inzunza, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of appointing someone who would serve with integrity.
Ellis California Jones, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding diversity on the City Council and in support of filling the vacancy by special election.
Kelvin Barrios, representing Laborers Local 89, spoke in support to Devonna Almagro.
Jesse Navarro, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of appointing the most qualified and honest candidate.
Barbara Todd spoke in support of filling the vacancy by special election and, if filled by appointment, she expressed support for Nimpa Akana and Tanya Williams.
Lillie spoke in support of filling the vacancy by special election and, if filled by appointment, she expressed support for Nimpa Akana and Tanya Williams.
Gail Perez submitted written communications in support of Devonna Almagro.
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TN submitted comments regarding small business restaurants.
Crystal Irving, representing SEIU Local 221, submitted written communications in support of Sophia Rodriguez.
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 7:46 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:54 p.m., with all members present.
City Council discussed and determined the interview questions that would be asked of each candidate.
The City Council conducted interviews of the ten finalists: Tanya William s, David Diaz, Griselda Delgado, Sophia Rodriguez, Alonso Gonzalez, Nimpa Akana, Gian Ghio, Victor Lopez, Daniel Rice (Vazquez), and Devonna Almagro.
City Councilmembers each had an opportunity to make a motion and request a second in the pre -determined se niority order of Mayor McCann, Deputy Mayor Preciado, Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez. The four initial nominations were held without action until each City Councilmember had the opportunity to nominate one finalist. Following the initial four nominations, the City Council voted upon the nominations as follows:
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado
To appoint Nimpa Akana to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (1): Mayor McCann
No (3): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, and Deputy Mayor Preciado
Result, Defeated (1 to 3)
Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To appoint Griselda Delgado to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (1): Deputy Mayor Preciado
No (3): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, and Mayor McCann Result, Defeated (1 to 3)
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Moved by Councilmember Cardenas
Seconded by Councilmember Chavez
To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Defeated (2 to 2)
Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Preciado
To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Defeated (2 to 2)
Mayor McCann moved to appoint Tanya Williams. The motion failed for a lack of a second.
Deputy Mayor Preciado moved to appoint Griselda Delgado. The motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Councilmember Cardenas
Seconded by Councilmember Chavez
To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Defeated (2 to 2)
Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas
To appoint Devonna Almagro to fill the District 3 City Councilmember vacancy for the remaining term. The motion failed by the following vote:
Yes (2): Councilmember Cardenas, and Councilmember Chavez No (2): Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Defeated (2 to 2)
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Mayor McCann moved to appoint Nimpa Akana. The motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To continue the item to a special meeting on January 31, 2023 at 5 p.m. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (4): Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
8. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
There were none.
9. MAYOR’S REPORTS
There were none.
10. COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS
There were none.
11. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
There were none.
12. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Googins stated that the Closed Session items would be continued to a future meeting.
12.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
A) Name of case: CV Amalgamated LLC v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-33446-CU-MC-CTL
Item not discussed
B) Name of case: UL Chula Two LLC v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-41554-CU-MC-CTL
Item not discussed
C) Name of case: Chula Vista Cannabis Village Inc. v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case number 37-2020-41802-CU-MC-CTL Item not discussed
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13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned January 25, 2023 at 12:59 a.m.
Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk
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Kerry K. Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk