Form Rev 3/6/2023
RESOLUTION NO. __________
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA APPROVING A REAL PROPERTY
EXCHANGE AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNER OF 3151
MAIN STREET FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE ANIMAL
SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND OTHER RELATED ACTIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista (the “City”) and the owner of 3151 Main Street (the “Owner”) have engaged in ongoing discussions for many years regarding a potential real property exchange that would be mutually beneficial to both parties; and
WHEREAS, the proposed real property exchange involves exchanging a 0.26 acre portion of City-owned land, which is currently underutilized, with adjacent land owned by the Owner that is more suitable for the expansion of the City’s Animal Services Department; and
WHEREAS, the proposed land exchange is assessed to be equivalent in size and value, ensuring a net neutral impact on the City’s overall land holdings; and WHEREAS, since the onset of the COVID -19 pandemic, the City’s Animal Services Department has consistently exceeded its capacity for housing dogs, requiring the use of multiple dogs in single kennels and converting existing spaces, such as dog runs, into additional kennels; and
WHEREAS, the current facility limitations, coupled with projected population growth and an increase in the number of domesticated animals, necessitate an expansion of the Animal Services Department’s buildings and kennels to accommodate these demands and improve animal care; and
WHEREAS, the new property boundaries resulting from the proposed exchange will provide more functional space for the Animal Services Department, allowing for enhanced animal care and boarding, additional kennels, improved public access for adoptions and interactions, and better facilitation of community programs aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership; and WHEREAS, as part of the real property exchange agreement, the Owner of 3151 Main Street will be responsible for constructing a seven-foot masonry wall along the new property line, with completion of the wall to occur within one year from the execution of the agreement; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the real property exchange is in the best interest of the City and will help improve the services provided by the Animal Services Department while also benefiting the community by addressing the needs of overcapacity and future growth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, that it, as follows:
1. The City Council hereby approves the real property exchange agreement between the City of Chula Vista and the Owner of 3151 Main Street, as outlined in the staff report, and authorizes the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to effectuate the exchange Resolution No.
with such minor changes recommended or approved by the City Attorney, contingent upon the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s concurrence that the City-owned property is exempt surplus land under the Surplus Land Act.
2. The City Council acknowledges that the Owner of 3151 Main Street will be responsib le for constructing a seven -foot masonry wall along the new property line, to be completed within one year from the date of the agreement.
3. The City Council further authorizes the City Manager or their designee to take all necessary actions, including but not limited to negotiating final terms and executing documents related to the exchange, to ensure the successful implementation of the property exchange and the planned expansion of the Animal Services Department.
4. The City Council finds that the real property exchange is in the best interest of the City and will provide essential space for the Animal Services Department to meet the needs of the community.
Presented by Approved as to form by
Courtney Chase Marco A. Verdugo
Deputy City Manager City Attorney