1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
2. ROLL CALL
Public Comments:
Deputy Director City Clerk Turner called the roll.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Public Comments:
Deputy Mayor Preciado led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Public Comments:
4.1 Oaths of office:
Public Comments:
Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission
- Pat Mallen
Planning Commission
- Rodrigo Leal
Deputy Director of City Clerk Services Turner administered the oath of office to Commissioners Mallen and Leal and presented them with certificates of appointment.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.14)
Public Comments:
Items 5.1, 5.4, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.10, 5.11, and 5.12 were removed from the Consent Calendar at the request of members of the public.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 5.2 through 5.3, 5.5, 5.9, and 5.13 through 5.14. The headings were read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Public Comments:
Approval of a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.
5.3 Consideration of Requests for Excused Absences
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Attachment A - Preciado.pdf
2. Attachment B - McCann.pdf
A) Approval of an excused absence request from Deputy Mayor Preciado for the August 8, 2023 Special City Council meeting.
B) Approval of an excused absence request from Mayor McCann for the August 28, 2023 Special City Council meeting.
5.5 Contract Award and Appropriation: Award a Public Works Contract to Jennette Company, Inc. for the Agua Vista Pump Station Upgrades (SWR0286) Project and Appropriate Funds for that Purpose Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report CIP Agua Vista Pump Station (SWR0286) Contractor Award and Appropriation - 23-0187.pdf
2. Resolution.pdf
3. Attachment 1 -Disclosure Statement Redacted.pdf
Adopt a resolution awarding a public works contract to Jennette Company Inc. for the Agua Vista Pump Station Upgrades (SWR0286) project in the amount of $929,789; and appropriating funds to cover the projected costs of the construction phase of the project. (4/5 Vote Required)
Item 5.5 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-126 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING BIDS, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE “AGUA VISTA PUMP STATION UPGRADES (SWR0286)” PROJECT TO JENNETTE COMPANY INC., AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.9 Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program and Appropriate Funds Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Coverdell 2022 grant - 23-0211.pdf
2. Resolution(3).pdf
Adopt a resolution accepting $54,893 in grant funds from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and appropriating the funds to the Police Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program. (4/5 Vote Required)
Item 5.9 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-130 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR THE COVERDELL FORENSIC SCIENCE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.13 Ratification of Appointment: City Manager’s Appointment of the Deputy City Manager – Courtney Chase Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Appointment of Deputy City Manager - 23-0242.pdf
2. Resolution(2).pdf
3. Attachment - Resume.pdf
Adopt a resolution ratifying the City Manager’s appointment of Courtney Chase as Deputy City Manager.
Item 5.13 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-134 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA RATIFYING THE CITY MANAGER’S APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CITY MANAGER – COURTNEY CHASE
5.14 Investment Report: Quarter Ending June 30, 2023
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Investment Report Quarter Ending June 30, 2023 - 23-0235.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Summary of Cash and Investments as of 6.30.2023.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Investment Report for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2023.pdf Receipt of the investment report for the quarter ending on June 30, 2023.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
5.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Draft Minutes - August 8, 2023 (Special Meeting).pdf
2. Draft Minutes - August 8, 2023.pdf
3. Draft Minutes - August 28, 2023.pdf
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To approve the minutes dated: August 8, 2023 (Special Meeting), August 8, 2023 (Regular Meeting), and August 28, 2023. the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
5.4 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management for Animal Care Services, and Amend the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Budget by Appropriating Funds For that Purpose Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Prism Grant Acceptance - 23-0181.pdf
2. Prism Resolution.pdf
Alan C. spoke in opposition to euthanizing animals at the shelter.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Chavez
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-125, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.4 header:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-125 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM PUBLIC RISK INNOVATION, SOLUTIONS, AND MANAGEMENT AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.6 Apparatus/Vehicle Purchases: Approve the Purchase of One Pierce Enforcer Urban Search & Rescue and Three Unruh Type 6 Squad Apparatus, and Appropriate Funds for the Urban Search & Rescue Apparatus and Other Various Non-Safety Vehicles Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - USAR Apparatus Purchase through Measure P - 23-0084.pdf
2. Resolution(5).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - USAR Front Sheet.pdf
4. Attachment 2 - Squad Front Sheet.pdf
John Acosta spoke in opposition to the lead time to receive the vehicles.
Fire Chief Muns and Deputy Chief Manroe spoke regarding the lead time for vehicle production.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-127, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.6 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-127 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE URBAN SEARCH & RESCUE AND THREE SQUAD FIRE APPARATUS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.7 Agreement: Approve an Agreement with The Regents of the University of California for Medical Director Services Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Fire Department Medical Director Agreement 2023 - 23-0212.pdf
2. Resolution(6).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Medical Director Agreement Redacted.pdf John Acosta requested additional information about the item.
Fire Chief Muns spoke regarding the item.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-128, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.7 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-128 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
5.8 Agreement: Approve an Agreement with Focus Psychological Services, Inc. to Provide Psychological Services to the Fire and Police Departments Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Focus Psychological Services Agreement 2023 - 23-0219.pdf
2. Resolution - Focus contract .pdf
3. Focus Psychological Services Inc 2023-09-12 (Final).pdf Alan C. requested additional information about the item.
Police Captain Peak spoke regarding the item.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-129, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.8 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-129 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH FOCUS PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES TO THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS
5.10 Agreement Amendment and Fund Reallocation: Reallocate HOME Investment Partnership Program Funds and Amend the Agreement with SBCS Corporation for the 2022-2023 Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Reallocation of HOME Funds to SBCS for TBRA - 23-0230.pdf
2. Resolution(7).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - First Amendment to SBCS TBRA Agreement No. 2022-233.pdf CV Constituent
Dear Mayor and City Councilmembers.
The report mentions that the City has a Anti-Poverty Strategy. This document should be attached to this agenda item or be made public. Please make this available for all to see.
Thank you for your time.
CV Constituent submitted written comments expressing a neutral position on the item.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-131,the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.10 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-131 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA REALLOCATING U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 FUNDS TO A TENANT-BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL ASSOCIATED GRANT DOCUMENTS AND A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SBCS CORPORATION (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.11 Grant Application: Approve the City’s Filing of a Community Enhancement Grant Application with the County of San Diego for the City-Sponsored 2023 Starlight Parade Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report County of San Diego Community Enhancement Grant Application Request - 23-0234.pdf
2. Resolution(1).pdf
John Acosta spoke regarding the item.
Communications Manager Clock spoke regarding the item.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Councilmember Chavez
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-132, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.11 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-132 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE CITY’S FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR A COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANT FROM THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE CITY-SPONSORED 2023 STARLIGHT PARADE, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE GRANT AGREEMENT AND RELATED GRANT DOCUMENTS, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
5.12 Agreements: Amendments to Legal Services Agreements with Best, Best, and Krieger, LLP to Provide On-Call and Public Records Act Legal Services Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report BBK LSA Amendment - 23-0252.pdf
2. Resolution(4).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Original On-Call Services Agreement Redacted.pdf
4. Attachment 2 - First Amendment to On-Call Agreement Redacted.pdf
5. Attachment 3 - Original Public Records Act Services Agreement Redacted.pdf
6. Attachment 4 - First Amendment to Public Records Act Services Agreement Redacted.pdf
7. Attachment 5 - Second Amendment to Public Records Act Services Agreement.pdf John Acosta spoke regarding legal services.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-133, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 5.12 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-133 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL AND PUBLIC RECORDS ACT LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY AND BEST, BEST, AND KRIEGER, LLP
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Public Comments Resident D4.pdf
2. Public Comment _ Homeless Encampment Ban redacted.pdf
3. Public Comment - Community Through Hope.pdf
4. Public Comment - Raso redacted.pdf
Mia Neustein
I worked as a bedside nurse for almost 3 years. Even though I got paid more than $25/hour, I was directly affected by support staff who weren't. Being unable to retain good, trained staff means as the nurse I had to do a lot of extra work, and it just wasn't possible to provide a high level of care to patients without the appropriate support staff. I ended up injuring my back from turning patients by myself, and have since left bedside nursing. Patient care also suffered because you can't be in two places at once. Raising the minimum wage to $25/hour will help to keep hospitals staffed so that patients get the quality care they deserve.
Leticia
I am inviting the City Council to walk with us this weekend, September 16th at 8:30 am in support of Chula Vista's Harborside Park.
I, Leticia Lares representing the Southwest Chula Vista residents, NEED the city council to support our needs. This walk is a call for the City Council. We VOTED for them to REPRESENT US, they are OUR employees, as WE PAY their SALARY, and they NEED to listen to our NEEDS.
We, the Southwest Chula Vista residents would like OUR COUNCIL representative for District 4 Andrea Cárdenas to really represent us and fight for OUR Harborside Park, and to present the NEED we have to the other three council members Chávez, González, and Preciado, in support of the RE-opening of Harborside Park. We NEED OUR PARK BACK! -Thank you for your attention, Southwest Chula Vista residents of District 4.
God bless you, and God Bless Chula Vista
Leticia submitted written comments in support of Harborside Park.
Joseph Raso spoke in opposition to the tenant protection ordinance.
The following individuals spoke in support of opening Harborside Park:
Alan C
Lillie Hebert
Delia Dominguez Cervantes
Gina E
Diana MJE
Sandy H
Laura
Leticia
The following individuals spoke in support of a single-use plastic reduction ordinance:
Kate Van Warmer
Elizabeth Hernandez
David Rojas
Aviva Devore
Marvin Canton
Aaliyah Victoria
Abigail Costello
Joel Bergara
Sebastian Shaul
Janis Jones, representing Rise Above Plastics
At the request of Deputy Mayor Preciado, there was a consensus of the City Council to make a referral to the City Manager to arrange a meeting with Sustainability staff to provide an update on the City's efforts related to a single-use plastic reduction ordinance.
The following individuals spoke regarding Community Through Hope:
Rosy Vasquez, representing Community Through Hope
Harold De Moss
Karen Wabenherst requested maintenance of a hillside in the area of H Street and First Avenue.
The following individuals spoke regarding homelessness:
Brandon Claypool
Jonathan Gonzales
Christine Brady spoke regarding running for District 4 and Harborside Park.
John Acosta spoke regarding various matters.
Maria Isabel J. Elias spoke regarding maintenance needs and taxes.
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 7:12 p.m., with all members present.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Comments:
7.1 Planning Commission Appeal: Certification of Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS21-0006) and Approval of a Design Review for a 178,156-Square-Foot Industrial Building for Office and Warehouse Uses on a Vacant 9.72-Acre Site Located at 517 Shinohara Lane Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Planning Commission Appeal - 517 Shinohara Lane - 23-0241.pdf
2. Resolution A.pdf
3. Resolution B.pdf
4. Attachments 1 through 8.pdf
5. Item 7.1 - Planning Commission Appeal - 517 Shinohara - SHORT VERSION_FINAL v2 (003).pdf 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 and Acting City Attorney Maland spoke regarding the item proceedings.
City Councilmembers reported the following ex parte communications:
Councilmember Cardenas reported no ex parte communications.
Deputy Mayor Preciado stated he visited the project site and did not have communications with any parties.
Mayor McCann reported no ex parte communications.
Councilmember Chavez reported no ex parte communications.
Councilmember Gonzalez stated he heard the Planning Commission's deliberation on the item and had not had communications with any parties.
Director of Development Services Black and Planning Manager Philips gave a presentation on the item.
Mayor McCann opened the public hearing.
Mary Lanier of McKenna Lanier Group, representing the project applicant, ViaWest Group and On Point spoke regarding the project.
No representatives from the Golden State Environmental Justice Alliance, the appellant, were present.
The following individuals spoke in favor of the project:
Ralph Velador, representing Liuna Local 89
Kelvin Barrios, representing Liuna Local 89
Tucker Hohenstein
Alan C spoke in opposition to the project.
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor McCann closed the public hearing.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Councilmember Gonzalez
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-135, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 7.1 heading:
A) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-135 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BY THE GOLDEN STATE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ALLIANCE FOR THE SHINOHARA BUSINESS CENTER PROJECT TO CONSTRUCT A 178,156-SQUARE FOOT OFFICE/WAREHOUSE BUILDING ON A VACANT 9.72-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 517 SHINOHARA LANE Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-136, heading read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 7.1 B heading:
B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-136 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AFFIRMING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S CERTIFICATION OF THE FINAL MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WITH MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (IS21-0006; SCH NO. 2022080431) FOR THE SHINOHARA BUSINESS CENTER PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AND APPROVING THE DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT (DR21-0032) FOR A 178,156-SQUARE FOOT OFFICE/WAREHOUSE BUILDING ON A 9.72-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 517 SHINOHARA LANE
8. ACTION ITEMS
Public Comments:
8.1 Dog Park: Provide Direction to Staff on the Establishment of an Off-Leash Fenced Dog Park Within the Boundaries of Hilltop Park Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report-Hilltop Dog Park Consideration - 23-0249.pdf
2. Hilltop Park Map.pdf
3. Item 8.1 Dog Park Presentation.pdf
Robert Johnson
I oppose the installation of a fence at the park as it restricts owners from deciding the risk of having their dogs off-leash. Instead, I suggest considering alternative solutions such as offering dog owners the choice to assume responsibility for their pets. Additionally, it's crucial to address the lack of a ranger who can patrol the harborside park.
I am concerned about the self-serving behavior displayed by the current leadership. It's essential that decisions are made in the best interest of the community as a whole, rather than serving personal agendas. Furthermore, there seems to be a lack of accountability among city workers, which is affecting the overall efficiency of their duties. It would be greatly appreciated if corrective measures were taken to ensure the completion of tasks.
As stakeholders, it is important for us to be aware of any potential Brown Act violations, and to remember that we hold the ultimate authority in shaping the community. Let us work together to foster an environment where decisions are made transparently and for the benefit of all.
Lastly, I would like to express my concern regarding the closure of swings in the past and my desire reopened i riped the tape you would to use to close them during PLANDEMIC make us reopen our park again. TRY it.. Ensuring that recreational facilities are maintained and accessible contributes to the well-being of the community.
Thank you for considering my perspective and addressing these important issues.
Community Services Director Lamb spoke regarding the item.
Robert Johnson submitted written comments in opposition to the item.
John Acosta spoke in support of the item and suggested an alternate location and a divider for the large and small dogs.
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the item:
Art Serrano
Charles Logan
Sagy Amit
Alan C
Parick Blain submitted written communications in opposition to the item but was not present when called upon to speak.
Karla Arajo spoke in support of the item.
City Council discussion ensued.
At the request of Deputy Mayor Preciado, there was a consensus of the City Council to bring back an item designating an off-leash, unfenced area in the park.
8.2 Labor Relations: Consideration of Ordinances Relating to Contractor Transparency, Project Labor Agreements, and Traffic Control Worker Minimum Wages; a Resolution Adopting a Project Labor Agreement Policy; and Discussion of Healthcare Worker Minimum Wages Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Labor Relations Committee Referral - 23-0244.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - and Exhibit 1 to Resolution B.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Contractor Reporting Ordinance Redline.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Draft Healthcare Worker Minimum Wage Ordinance.pdf
5. Ordinance A.pdf
6. Resolution B(1).pdf
7. Ordinance C.pdf
8. Ordinance D.pdf
9. Item 8.2 Presentation - Labor Relations.pdf
10. Written Communications Item 8.2 - Received 9_11_23.pdf
11. Written Communications Item 8.2 Lee Received 9_12_23.pdf
12. Written Communications Item 8.2E Received 9_12_23.pdf Delia Dominguez Cervantes
Please Read Dustin Steiner email
Delia Dominguez Cervantes
Please read Dustin Steiner comments out loud.
Stephanie Gonzalez
I support the bill in raising healthcare workers minimum wage. I urge counsel members to budge and approve this bill. Healthcare workers provide so many life saving services to the community day in and day out. It only makes sense to begin compensating them accordingly Stephanie Flores
Please pass the minimum wage for healthcare workers.
Dustin Steiner
On behalf of the 900 member companies of the Associated General Contractors San Diego Chapter:
We are glad to see the transparency ordinance amended to when subcontractors are onboarded. The process for disclosure should be simple and online.
We agree with the City Attorney's comments at the last meeting that minimum/prevailing wage for traffic control should be paused until the outcome of the current litigation at the County San Diego.
We oppose Project Labor Agreements with low monetary thresholds like the one proposed. Such PLAs discriminate against open shop contractors many of whom are small, local businesses. They also discriminate against open shop apprenticeship programs like AGC and the National Black Contractors Association. PLAs have been proven to increase costs and displace local workers. They also force workers to pay into union retirement funds without receiving the benefit (unless they vest with 5+ years of continuous work). This is why while we generally oppose government mandated PLAs, we could compromise on a higher threshold mirroring the federal plan for $35 Million and up. A higher threshold would allow City to incorporate PLAs while also reducing interruptions to much needed infrastructure investment.
Tom Finch
As a former Chula Vista resident for over 25 years and a current business owner in the city I highly recommend that the council reject PLA's on City projects. Eliminating open shop contractors will increase costs of projects to the CV taxpayer and take jobs from local workers.
Mayor McCann requested to bifurcate the item to allow discussion for Item 8.2 (E) before taking action on Item 8.2 (A-D) due to a potential conflict for Councilmember Chavez.
Councilmember Chavez stated she would abstain from voting on Item 8.2 (E) due to a potential financial conflict of interest, and she left the dais during the discussion of the item.
Assistant City Manager Allen gave a presentation on the healthcare workers' minimum wage ordinance and responded to questions from the City Council.
The following individuals spoke in support of a healthcare workers' minimum wage ordinance:
Kelvin Barrios
Jehoan Espinoza
Jose Lopez, M.D.
Leila Khader, who also spoke on behalf of Rafael Lopez Gomez, Jacqueline Logsdon, and Shelbi Agustus Lorenzo Rodriguez
Lorena Mendoza
Victoria Barron
Kelly Solarak
Michelle Esparza
Eunice Antonio
Joni Vargas
Bridgette Browning
Bryan Reyes
Christopher Novea
Khaleel Jett
Elisabeth Kusiak
Alex Scordato
Alexis Salazar
Steve Sandoval
Michelle Krug
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to a healthcare workers' minimum wage ordinance:
Alan C.
Debbie Espe, who also spoke on behalf of Nancy Greengold, representing Sharp Chula Vista Jim O'Callahan
Shea Benton
Ricardo Roman
Pauline Lucatero
Fran Butler-Cohen
Kevin O'Neil
John Acosta
Marcy Weaver
Donna Baker
Michelle Guzman
Jeffrey Espinoza
Gabriella Malagon-Maldonado
Dr. Gayle Howard
Tom Gammiere
Clara Evans
Kevin Mattson, representing San Ysidro Health
Lindsey Wade
Dimitrios Alexiou
Patricia Olvares de los Lobas, who also spoke on behalf of Chris Howard Dr. Smith, who also spoke on behalf of Scott Evans
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 10:17 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 10:31 p.m., with all members present.
The following individuals submitted written comments in support of a healthcare minimum wage:
T. Kal Lomu
Stephanie Flores
The following members of the public submitted written comments in opposition to a healthcare minimum wage.
Dr. Chris Gordon
Amber Ter-Vrugt
Monica Montano
City Council discussion ensued.
At the request of Councilmember Cardenas, there was a consensus of a majority of the City Council to return to the September 19, 2023, City Coucnil meeting with an ordinance regarding the healthcare workers' minimum wage.
Councilmember Chavez returned to the meeting.
Assistant City Manager Allen gave a presentation on the remainder of the item and responded to questions from the City Council.
The following members of the public submitted written comments in opposition to the staff's recommendation:
Dustin Steiner
Tom Finch
Delia Dominguez Cervantes
The following members of the public submitted written comments in support of the staff's recommendation:
Stephanie Gonzalez
Stephanie Flores
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the staff's recommendation:
Hannah Gbeh
Christopher Allen
The following individuals spoke in support of the staff's recommendation:
Cori Schumacher
Jeremy Abrams
Michael Inzunza
Kelvin Barrios
Leila Khader
Jesse Garcia
Ansermio Estrada
Hale Richardson, representing HomeFed
Nick Lee, representing Baldwin & Sons
Michelle Krug
Alexander Molina
Brigette Browning
Kevin O'Neil expressed a neutral position on the item.
The following members of the public submitted a request to speak on the item but were not present when called upon to speak:
Alan C.
Delia Dominquez Cervantes
Daniel Neighbors
Sal Espinoza
John Acosta
Victoria Barron
Kelley Solarak
Michelle Esparza
Maria B Mercado
Mayra Rendon
Ericka Rodreguez
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-137 and place the project labor agreement ordinance (Item 8.2 A) on first reading, heading was read, text waived. The motion wascarried by the following vote:
Yes (4)
Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez No (1)
Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 1)
Item 8.2 A-B headings:
A) ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHAPTER 2.59 AND ADDING CHAPTER 2.71, “PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS” REGARDING PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS FOR CERTAIN PROJECTS CONSTRUCTED ON CITY OWNED PROPERTY AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS RECEIVING SIGNIFICANT CITY SUBSIDY (FIRST READING)
B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-137 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING A POLICY RELATING TO PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS FOR CITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To place the construction contractor reporting ordinance (Item 8.2 C) on first reading, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 8.2 C headings:
C) ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING CHAPTER 2.72, “CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR AND SUBCONTRACTOR REPORTING” TO TITLE 2 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ENHANCE LOCAL COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR STANDARDS (FIRST READING)
At the request of Deputy Mayor Preciado, there was consensus of the City Council to return to the September 19, 2023 City Council meeting with the requested amendments for Item 8.2 D regarding traffic control workers’ minimum wage.
8.3 Employee Compensation and Positions: Approve Amended Classification Plan and Compensation Schedule; Position Counts in Departments; Revised Ordinance; Revised Compensation Schedule; and Updated Conflict of Interest Code Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Classification Plan and Compensation Schedule - 23-0221.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Judicial Pay Letter eff 7.1.23.pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Judicial Pay Letter eff 7.1.23 Redacted.pdf
4. Attachment 2 - FY 23-24 Compensation Schedule Effective 09-22-2023 (09-12-2023 Meeting).pdf
5. Attachment 3 - Exhibit 1 - Designated positions list FINAL.pdf
6. Attachment 4 - Redline Exhibit 1 - Designated positions list.pdf
7. Attachment 4 - Redline Exhibit 1 - Designated positions list(1).pdf
8. Resolution A - Classification Plan and Amend Compensation Schedule (09-12-23 Meeting).pdf
9. Resolution B - Approve Revised Compensation Schedule Eff 09-22-2023 (09-12-23 Meeting).pdf
10. Resolution C - Conflict of Interest Code Update.pdf
11. Resolution D - Budget Amendments.pdf
12. Ordinance - Amend CV Muni Code Section 2.05.010 (09-12-23 Meeting).pdf LL
Can you please provide in the positions with salary changes the percent change as well as an explanation why? Human Resources Manager Tomlinson spoke regarding the item and announced that approval of the item would affect executive compensation.
LL submitted written comments requesting additional information on the item.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Gonzalez
To adopt Resolution Nos. 2023-138 through 2023-141 and place the ordinance (Item 8.3 E) on first reading, the heading were read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
Item 8.3 heading:
A) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-138 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND COMPENSATION SCHEDULE TO (1) REFLECT THE ADDITION AND DELETION OF POSITION TITLES AND (2) SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR CERTAIN CLASSIFICATIONS AND AMENDING THE AUTHORIZED POSITION COUNT IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-139 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REVISED FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 COMPENSATION SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 22, 2023, AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5 C) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-140 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA MODIFYING THE APPENDIX TO THE LOCAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE TO AMEND THE LIST OF DESIGNATED FILERS, AND ASSOCIATED DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES D) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-141 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA MAKING VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2023/24 BUDGET FOR APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
E) ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.05.010 ADDING THE UNCLASSIFIED POSITION TITLE OF DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES AND DELETING THE UNCLASSIFIED POSITION TITLES OF CITY LIBRARIAN AND PARKS AND RECREATION ADMINISTRATOR (FIRST READING) (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
9. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
There were none.
10. MAYOR’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
There were none.
11. COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS
Public Comments:
11.1 Councilmember Gonzalez:
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. City Manager Memo on Subcommittee Recommendations.pdf
2. Memorandum - Council Sub-Committee Recommendations on Budget and Strategic Plan.pdf Response to ad-hoc subcommittee's memo and recommendations on the Budget and Strategic Plan Councilmember Gonzalez spoke regarding the item.
11.2 Deputy Mayor Preciado:
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Item 11.2 MEMO - Council Committee on 3rd Ave copy.pdf
2. Item 11.2 Received 9_12.pdf
Deputy Director of City Clerk Services Turner announced that a revised memorandum for Item No. 11.2 had been distributed to the City Council and that action on the item would be with respect to the revised document.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Cardenas
To form ad-hoc subcommittee consisting of Mayor McCann and Deputy Mayor Preciado for the purpose of addressing Downtown Third Avenue concerns. The motion was carried by the following vote:
Yes (5)
Mayor McCann, Councilmember Cardenas, Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Preciado, and Councilmember Gonzalez Result, Carried (5 to 0)
12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
Public Comments:
There were none.
13. CLOSED SESSION
Public Comments:
Acting City Attorney Maland announced that the Council would not convene in closed session to discuss the items listed below.
13.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1):
Public Comments:
A) Name of case: American Medical Response West v. CA Dept of Healthcare Services, Sacramento Superior Court, Case No. 34-2021-80003757-CU-WM-GDS.
Action:
No Reportable Action - item was not discussed.
B) Name of case: Hanna Wells v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-2023-00036274-CU-CR-CTL.
Action:
No Reportable Action - item was not discussed.
C) Name of case: Estate of Oral W.
Nunis
, Sr., by and through Roxie
Nunis
, et al. v. City of Chula Vista, et al., United States District Court, Case No. 21-cv-1627-AJB-DEB.
Action:
No Reportable Action - item was not discussed.
14. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
The meeting was adjourned at 1:01 AM, on September 13, 2023.
Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk