1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
Councilmember Cardenas joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Councilmember Chavez joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Councilmember Gonzalez joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Deputy Mayor Preciado joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Mayor McCann joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
City Manager Kachadoorian joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Jill Maland representing Lounsbery Ferguson Altona & Peak LLP, Interim Acting City Attorney joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
City Clerk Bigelow joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
Deputy Director of City Clerk Services Turner joined the meeting at 5:03 PM.
2. ROLL CALL
Public Comments:
City Clerk Bigelow called the roll.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Public Comments:
Councilmember Gonzalez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Public Comments:
4.1 Oaths of Office:
Public Comments:
Board of Library Trustees
- James Moffat
Human Relations Commission
- Sandra Hodge
City Clerk Bigelow administered the oaths of office.
4.2 Presentation of a Proclamation to Filipino American Military Officers Association Proclaiming October 24, 2023 Filipino American Veterans Day in the City of Chula Vista Public Comments:
Mayor McCann read the proclamation and Councilmember Gonzalez presented it to the Association.
4.3 Presentation of a Proclamation to PhilAmBid and UPI Proclaiming October 2023 as Filipino History Month in the City of Chula Vista Public Comments:
Mayor McCann read the proclamation and he and Councilmembers presented it to JoAnn Fields.
4.4 Presentation by Chula Vista Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Eduardo Reyes and Veterans Elementary School Principal Erika Gregg Regarding the 2023 Veterans Parade Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Item 4.4- CVESD Veteran's Day Parade 2023.pdf
2. Item 4.4.pdf
Dr. Eduardo Reyes, representing Chula Vista Elementary School District, and Principal Gregg, representing Veterans Elementary School gave a presentation.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.9)
Public Comments:
Items 5.2, 5.4, 5.6, 5.7 and 5.9 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 t
he recommended actions
appearing below consent calendar Items 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.8. The headings were read, text waived
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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)
5.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CCR_Oct17_2023 - English.pdf
Approval of the minutes dated: October 17, 2023.
5.3 Consideration of Requests for Excused Absences
Public Comments:
Consideration of requests for excused absences. No requests were received for this meeting.
5.5 Community Facilities Districts: Amend City Council Policy No. 505-04, Statement of Goals and Policies Regarding Establishment of Community Facility Districts Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report Amending CFD Goals and Policies - 23-0191.pdf
2. Resolution(2).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - City Council Policy No. 505-04 (Redline Strikeout).pdf
4. Attachment 2 and Exhibit 1 to Resolution - City Council Policy No. 505-04.pdf Adopt a resolution to amend City Council Policy No. 505-04, Statement of Goals and Policies Regarding Establishment of Community Facility Districts.
Item 5.5 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-171 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 505-04, STATEMENT OF GOALS AND POLICIES REGARDING ESTABLISHMENT OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICTS
5.8 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership and Appropriate Funds Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant 2023 - 23-0281.pdf
2. Resolution - BVP 2023.pdf
Adopt a resolution accepting $4,422.96 in grant funds and appropriating the funds to the Police Grants Section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program (4/5 Vote Required)
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Item 5.8 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-175 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING FUNDS FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR THE BULLETPROOF VEST PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Public Comments:
Alan C. spoke regarding agenda item descriptions.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Chavez
To approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting. T he 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 Community Facilities Districts: Discontinue City Participation in the California Municipal Financing Authority’s Bond Opportunities for Land Development Program Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Rescinding Use of CMFA BOLD Program - 23-0268.pdf
2. Resolution(1).pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2021-148.pdf
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke and submitted written communication regarding the item.
Director of Development Services Black spoke regarding the item.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Chavez
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-170, 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 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-170 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DISCONTINUING PARTICIPATION IN THE BOND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LAND DEVELOPMENT (“BOLD”) PROGRAM, TERMINATING AUTHORITY OF CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE BOLD PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2021-148 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING USE OF THE BOLD PROGRAM, AND TAKING OTHER ACTIONS RELATING THERETO
5.6 Emergency Operations: Adopt the City of Chula Vista Emergency Operations Plan and the 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan – City of Chula Vista Annex Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Emergency Operations Plan and the 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan - 23-0164.pdf
2. Resolution A.pdf
3. Resolution B.pdf
4. Attachment 1 Emergency Operations Plan.pdf
5. Attachment 2 Cal OES Letter.pdf
6. Attachment 3 San Diego County MJHMP 2023 – Base Plan.pdf
7. Attachment 4 City of Chula Vista 2023 MJHMP Annex .pdf
8. Attachment 5 FEMA San Diego County MJHMP Amended Approval.pdf
9. Item 5.6 Acosta.pdf
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding evacuation plans.
Alan C. spoke regarding the item.
City Council discussion ensued.
Emergency Services Manager King responded to questions from the City Council.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution Nos. 2023-172 and 2023-173, 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)
Item 5.6 headings:
A) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-172 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING THE CHULA VISTA EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN B) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-173 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE 2023 SAN DIEGO COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN AND THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ANNEX
5.7 Agreement: Approve a Research Use Agreement with Icarus RT, Inc., and Approve the Installation of Solar Panels, Pool Heating Technology, and Electric Vehicle Chargers at Loma Verde Community Center Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - Solar Water Heating Pilot at Loma Verde in Partnership With Icarus RT, Inc 23-0238.pdf
2. Resolution - Loma Verde Technology With Icarus RT.pdf
3. Attachment 1 - Research Use Agreement - Icarus _ Chula Vista FINAL 10.19.23.pdf
4. Attachment 2 - Icarus RT Chula Vista Site Assessment Memo.pdf Alan C. spoke regarding the item.
Christine Brady, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding recreation facility funding.
Moved by
Mayor McCann
Seconded by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-174, 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. 2023-174 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE RESEARCH USE AGREEMENT WITH ICARUS RT, INC. AND THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PANELS, POOL HEATING TECHNOLOGY, AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGERS AT THE LOMA VERDE COMMUNITY CENTER
5.9 Memorandum of Understanding: Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Landify ECT Corporation Regarding Potential Development of Certain Park Improvements Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report ECT MOU - 23-0295.pdf
2. Resolution.pdf
3. Attachment 1 ECT MOU.pdf
Sequoia Kriss
City Council, please consider the importance of placing an MOU on this project. This project will benefit the community and will allow for a safer community for those living near and around the park. Conducting a definitive decision for this park will assist in helping it be built effectively and efficiently. Please consider the constituents of Chula Vista when making your decision.
Thank you.
The following members of the public spoke regarding the item:
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident
Alan C.
The following members of the public submitted written comments in support of the item:
Jeremy Ogul
Steve Brown
Kyle Alderman
Jim Madaffer
Robin Madaffer
Sequoia Kriss submitted written comments in support of the item.
Assistant City Manager Allen spoke regarding the item.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Mayor McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-176, 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 5.9 heading:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-176 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING REGARDING POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN PARK IMPROVEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY AND LANDIFY ECT CORPORATION
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Acosta.pdf
2. Raso.pdf
3. Davis.pdf
Leticia
Good afternoon mayor. City Council members,
My name is Leticia, and I am here to talk about Harborside Park. Harborside is a park located in Southwest Chula Vista and it’s a park that has been open in my community since April 2006. Since Harborside Park’s opening, our community has enjoyed the park for 14 years, In 2020 that was when the pandemic and mandates reached the world.
It was then that my park, due to the lockdowns, served as a refuge for the homeless community because it was the perfect open space to do so.
The park was destroy, but thanks to Mayor McCann who listened to us, back in May the park was to reopen but the unbelievable happened, the city council members opposed it. Our Councill member of District 4 Andrea Cardenas made the motion to declare our park a surplus land. And the park is getting ready to be sold to developers.
Our community since then has been attending these meetings to implore the council members to give us their vote in favor of Harborside Park. PLEASE, we need only two more votes, and I am here to ask you again to reconsider your decision.
In the meantime, we will continue having a march/walk in favor of our park and the next one will be on November 4 at 8:30am-10:00am The stating point is Lauderback Park 333 Oxford, and we will walk down to our Harborside park.
ONLY @ VOTES are needed to keep it open. Email/Call your Council member. Look for us on Instagram as @SaveHarborsidePark Facebook @WestChulaVista Thanks!
#LeticiaInChulaVista
Mary Davis
I am requesting that you light up the City Hall building in blue and white as a commemorative tribute to the October 7th victims of the genocide attack on civilians in Israel. It's unthinkable that the slaughter of Jews is happening again 80 years after the Holocaust. To deny the innocent victims of the carnage a requiem display of support is antithetical to the values your city purports to hold.
Please light up the building as a show of support (as you frequently do for so many other causes.)
Thank you.
The following members of the public spoke in support of lighting City Hall in blue and white in support of Israel:
Pastor Art Hodges, representing South Bay United Pentecostal Church Martha Souza, Chula Vista resident
Lillie Herbert, Chula Vista resident
Lois Morera, Chula Vista resident
Julie Holm, Chula Vista resident
Delia Dominguez Cervantes, Chula Vista resident
Alan C.
Andres Wong, Chula Vista resident
Cheryl
Pastor Barney Preston, Chula Vista resident
Abby
Anna
Diana MJC, Bonita resident
Gina E.
Leticia L. and she spoke regarding Harborside Park
At the request of Councilmember Cardenas there was a consensus of the City Council to light up City Hall in support of Israel.
Joseph Raso, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to the tenant protection ordinance.
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding campaign contributions.
JoAnn Fields spoke regarding dedicating an area in the City libraries to Filipino authors and distributed literature and bookmarks to the City Council.
At the request of Mayor McCann, as augmented by Deputy Mayor Preciado, there was a consensus of the City Council to create a Filipino book area in all Chula Vista library branches dedicated to Filipino authors.
Leticia submitted written comments regarding Harborside Park Mary Davis submitted written comments in support of lighting City Hall in blue and white in support of Israel.
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 6:55 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:09 p.m., with all members present.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Comments:
7.1 Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and Appropriate Funds Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report - JAG 2023 Grant - 23-0280.pdf
2. Resolution - JAG 2023.pdf
3. Attachment 1.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 opened the public hearing.
Assistant Police Chief Collum and Administrative Services Manager Alegre spoke regarding the item.
Alan C. spoke regarding crime statistics.
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor McCann closed the public hearing.
Moved by
Deputy Mayor Preciado
Seconded by
Councilmember Chavez
To adopt Resolution No. 2023-177, 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:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-177 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE 2023 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
8. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
There were none.
9. MAYOR’S REPORTS
Public Comments:
Mayor McCann spoke regarding his attendance at the following recent events: the Beautify Chula Vista event, the Pilipino American Business Association celebration, the United Philipino International celebration, the Chula Vista Police Department promotional ceremony, Movies in the Moonlight, and San Diego Vision Walk.
10. COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS
Public Comments:
Councilmember Cardenas spoke regarding her attendance at the Beautify Chula Vista event.
Councilmember Chavez spoke regarding her attendance at the Mana San Diego Gala.
10.1 Update by City Council Subcommittees:
Public Comments:
Mayor McCann and Councilmember Gonzalez gave an update from the subcommittee on campaign contributions.
At the request of Deputy Mayor Preciado there was a consensus of the City Council to direct the City Clerk and the City Attorney to return to a future City Council meeting with an item recommending updates to the campaign contribution ordinance.
Mayor McCann and Councilmember Chavez gave an update from the subcommittee on economic development and binational affairs.
At the request of Councilmember Chavez there was a consensus of the City Council to direct the City Manager to return to a future City Council meeting with an item regarding economic development and binational affairs.
Mayor McCann and Councilmember Preciado gave an update from the subcommittee on Downtown Third Avenue concerns.
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding the subcommittee updates.
City Council discussion ensued.
At the request of Deputy Mayor Preciado, there was a consensus of the City Council to add an item to a future City Council meeting to consider the creation of a subcommittee to explore a potential tourism district along the Broadway Corridor.
11. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
Public Comments:
There were none.
12. CLOSED SESSION
Public Comments:
Pursuant to Resolution No. 13706 and Council Policy No. 346-03, Official Minutes and records of action taken during Closed Sessions are maintained by the City Attorney.
Acting City Attorney Maland announced that the Council would convene in closed session to discuss the items listed below.
Councilmember Cardenas stated she would abstain from participation in Item 12.1 due to a potential financial conflict of interest.
Mayor McCann recessed the meeting at 7:53 p.m. The Council convened in Closed Session at 7:58 p.m.
12.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Public Comments:
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 Action:
No Reportable Action
12.2 Conference with Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Public Comments:
Agency designated representatives: Maria Kachadoorian, Tiffany Allen, Courtney Chase, Tanya Tomlinson, Sarah Schoen, and Edward Prendell Employee organization: ACE, IAFF, NIAF, MM/PR, POA, WCE, and unrepresented employees.
Action:
No Reportable Action
13. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Deputy Director of City Clerk Services