1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
2. ROLL CALL
Public Comments:
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Public Comments:
4. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 4.1 through 4.10)
Public Comments:
All items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered and acted upon by one motion. Anyone may request an item be removed for separate consideration.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Council approve the recommended action on the below consent calendar items.
4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Draft Minutes - September 19, 2023.pdf
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the minutes dated: September 19, 2023
4.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Public Comments:
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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 Requests for Excused Absences
Public Comments:
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Consider requests for excused absences as appropriate.
4.4 Labor Relations: Adopt an Ordinance Establishing Traffic Control Worker Minimum Wage (Second Reading and Adoption) Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - 2nd Reading - Traffic Control Worker Minimum Wage.pdf
2. Ordinance(1).pdf
3. Written Communications - O'Neill - Item 4.4.pdf
4. Written Communications - Kyle - Item 4.4.pdf
PAUL HENKIN
Every workeer deserves a minimum wage!
Dennis Kyle
As a public utility, we do not agree with this ordinance. Striking the one hour exemption for telecom utilities but allowing it to remain for gas and electric utilities is not treating public utility companies equally. It does not seem appropriate to attempt to regulate a public utility company in this manner. Lastly, we didn't receive notice of this change until September 14th which does afford us the time to properly respond to this specific change in the ordinance.
Report Number
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23-0264
L
ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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City Manager
Environmental Notice
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This activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt an ordinance adding Chapter 2.73, “Traffic Control Worker Minimum Wage” to Title 2 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code to establish a traffic control worker minimum wage. (Second Reading and Adoption) (4/5 Vote Required)
4.5 Contract Award and Appropriation: Award a Public Works Contract to SCW Contracting Corporation for the “Sewer Force Main at G Street Pump Station and G Street Pump Station Upgrade (SWR0275 and SWR0309)” Project and Appropriate Funds for that Purpose Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report-Award G St Sewer Pump Station Upgrade (SWR0275-SWR0309) - 22-0233.pdf
2. Resolution(4).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - SCW Disclosure Statement (SWR0275-SWR0309) redacted.pdf
PAUL HENKIN
Agenda item 4.5 is a contract bid to award a Public Works Contract for the “Sewer Force Main at G Street Pump Station and G Street Pump Station Upgrade. You propose to spend over $11 million of taxpayer money even though the attached Staff Report says that the project is way overpriced. (95% above the City Engineer's estimate.)
Moreover, there were apparently 'minor' errors in the bid, although the attachment says "Staff received no information indicating that the bid documents included any deficiencies."
Most importantly, the agenda item amd attachments lack any information regarding the reason for or necessity of the project. In light of this, I suggest that there are better uses for our money, and it is not right to ramrod this proposal through right now.
I suggest putting this project on hold and including a brief statement in the Agenda on the need for and/or reason for any expenditure over $1 million.
Report Number
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22-0233
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ocation
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G Street, between Marina Parkway and Bay Boulevard
D
epartment
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Engineering & Capital Projects
Environmental Notice
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The Project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines Section 15301 Class 1 (Existing Facilities); Section 15302 Class 2 (Replacement or Reconstruction); and Section 15303 class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures).
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution awarding a public works contract to SCW Contracting Corporation for the “Sewer Force Main at G Street Pump Station and G Street Pump Station Upgrade (SWR0275 and SWR0309)” project in the amount of $10,459,985 and appropriating Trunk Sewer Reserve funds to cover the projected costs of the construction phase of the project. (4/5 Vote Required)
4.6 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept Grant Funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant and Appropriate Funds For that Purpose Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report for FEMA AFG Grant Acceptance - 23-0257.pdf
2. Resolution.pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Award Package redacted.pdf
Report Number
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23-0257
L
ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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Fire
Environmental Notice
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The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution accepting the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant of $78,945, matching with ten percent City funds of $7,895, and appropriating funds for that purpose. (4/5 Vote Required)
4.7 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept and Appropriate Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) First Responder Equipment Program Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report for OTS Grant Acceptance - 23-0258.pdf
2. Resolution(1).pdf
Report Number
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23-0258
L
ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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Fire
Environmental Notice
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The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution accepting $50,000 of grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety and appropriating $50,000 to the capital category of the Fire Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund. (4/5 Vote Required)
4.8 Agreement: Approve an Agreement with AutoReturn US, LLC to Provide a Towing and Impound Management Software Solution Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report AutoReturn Service Agreement - 23-0262.pdf
2. Resolution - AutoReturn.pdf
3. Attachment 1 - AutoReturn Service Agreement.pdf
PAUL HENKIN
ARIES allows the public to view its impound database (towed vehicles.) Public accessibility is a good thing.
Report Number
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23-0262
L
ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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Police
Environmental Notice
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The activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution waiving the competitive formal bid requirement and approving a service agreement with AutoReturn US, LLC to provide towing and impound management software solution for the Police Department.
4.9 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program and Amend the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Budget For that Purpose Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report OTS STEP Grant 2024 - 23-0263.pdf
2. Resolution(2).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Grant Agreement.pdf
4. Written Communications - Curry 4.9.pdf
5. Item 4.9 - Alan Mil presentation.pdf
Report Number
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23-0263
L
ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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Police
Environmental Notice
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The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution accepting $565,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety and appropriating $428,986 to the Police Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program. (4/5 Vote Required)
4.10 Agreement: Approve an Agreement with Disability Access Consultants, LLC for Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Update Services Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Disability Access Consultants Agreement - 23-0269.pdf
2. Resolution(3).pdf
3. Attachment_1_DAC_Two_Party_Agreement.docx.pdf
4. Attachment 2 DAC RFP Response Redacted.pdf
Steve Ramon
I think it is good that we are doing work that brings our city into compliance and address disability issues. BUT to use ARPA funds for this when you have homeless issues, people struggling to pay rent and necessitities that still are problems. What about Harborside Park do something about that. This is such an bad use of ARPA funds.
Concerned Resident
Is this the best use of ARPA funding when people are unhoused in the second largest City of San Diego County? How is this eligible under the ARPA guidelines? Was it in the ARPA spending plan? This money could be spent to reopen Harborside Park or build more affordable rental housing in Eastern Chula Vista. I hope this makes the news with the caption "City of Chula Vista does not have a clue on how to best spend its ARPA funds." Robert Johnson
If a city is found to be in violation of ADA regulations, it may be subject to enforcement actions, such as fines or remedial measures. However, the exact consequences and penalties would depend on the specific circumstances and the actions taken by the enforcing authorities. It would be advisable to consult legal experts or relevant authorities for accurate and up-to-date information regarding ADA compliance and potential consequences for non-compliance.
Regarding services like the internet, it's worth noting that the ADA does cover accessibility requirements for digital services and websites. Public entities, including local governments, are generally required to ensure that their digital services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodations and ensuring that online content is accessible.
if i cant find it on the calendar imagine what "the need of others might be" the internet
also i would reccomend hiring 10 people for the salary you pay the city manager. she isnt worth 10 peoples pay check. you could get 10x done.with less.
Report Number
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23-0269
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ocation
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No specific geographic location
D
epartment
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City Manager
Environmental Notice
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This activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution approving an agreement with Disability Access Consultants, LLC, for Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Update Services.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Raso.pdf
The public may address the Council on any matter within the jurisdiction of the Council but not on the agenda.
6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
7. MAYOR’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
8. COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS
Public Comments:
9. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
Public Comments:
10. CLOSED SESSION
Public Comments:
Announcements of actions taken in Closed Sessions shall be made available by noon on the next business day following the Council meeting at the City Attorney's office in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code 54957.7)
10.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Public Comments:
Name of case: American Medical Response West v. CA Dept of Healthcare Services, Sacramento Superior Court, Case No. 34-2021-80003757-CU-WM-GDS.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
11. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
to the regular City Council workshop on October 5, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers; and then the regular City Council meeting on October 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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