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December 16, 2025
ITEM TITLE
Agreement: Approve a Ten-Year Facilities Operations Agreement with Elite Athlete Services, LLC to Operate the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center
Report Number: 25-0277
Location: 2800 Olympic Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91915
Department: City Manager
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: Yes
Environmental Notice : The proposed activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines . T herefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution approving a facilities operations agreement with Elite Athlete Services , LLC for the operations of the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center.
SUMMARY
The City of Chula Vista and Elite Athlete Services, LLC (EAS) entered into a Facility Operations Agreement in 2016 to manage and operate the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center (CVEATC). Since that time, EAS has operated the facility and maintained the site as a training destination for elite, Olympic and Para lympic athletes, national governing bodies, and international athletes.
The proposed Facilities Operations Agreement (Agreement) crates a new agreement for ten years, agrees to the master planning of the facility, clarifies operational responsibilities, and supports the long -term vision for the CVEATC as a world-class training facility.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed activity was reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA ), and it was determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA P a g e | 2
Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
This determination is predicated on CEQA Guidelines Section 15004 which provides direction to lead agencies on the appropriate timing for environmental review . Master planning, repairs and maintenance, and capital improvement projects contemplated in the Agreement will require preparation of environmental documents in accordance with the State CEQA Guidelines and the City’s Municipal Code.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable.
DISCUSSION
The Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center (formerly the U.S. Olympic Training Center) opened in 1995 as a national training facility for Olympic and Paralympic athletes. In 201 6, the U.S. Olympic Committee transferred ownership of the facility to the City of Chula Vista. Th e City subsequently entered into an agreement with Elite Athlete Services, LLC to operate and manage the facility.
Over the past eight years, EAS has managed operations of the CVEATC, attracted new sports tenants, supported athlete development programs, a nd increased public engagement through community minded special events, tours, and partnerships with local schools.
The proposed Agreement reflects a new agreement between the City and Elite Athlete Services (EAS) and establishes a framework that supports stability, master planning , and effective management of the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center. Under the Agreement, EAS will manage day-to-day operations, including facility maintenance, marketing, and event programming, for a ten-year term with the option for extension.
Annually EAS will submit an Annual Business Plan for City review and approval, which will include an Annual Operating Budget, an Annual Capital Budget, and a five-year projected Capital Improvement Plan.
The Agreement further outlines key financial provisions and responsibilities. EAS will prepare a five -year capital improvement plan, funded through its annual operating budget, and will receive an annual operator fee of $500,000 paid through facility reven ues. Additionally, EAS will receive a portion of the annual Net Operating Revenues, with the remaining revenues allocated to Capital Improvement Projects. In addition, EAS will reimburse the City for insurance and property tax expenses directly tied to the CVEATC property, ensuring clear and equitable allocation of fiscal responsibilities.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the property holdings of the City Councilmembers and has found no property holdings within 1,000 feet of the boundaries of the property which is the subject of this action. Consequently, this item does not present a disqualifying real property -related financial conflict of interest under California Code of Regulations Title 2, section 18702.2(a)(7) or (8), for purposes of the Poli tical Reform Act (Cal. Gov’t Code §87100, et seq.).
Staff is not independently aware, and has not been informed by any City Council members, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision-maker conflict of interest in this matter.
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CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this resolution will authorize the use of cell tower lease revenues generated from towers located on the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center (CVEATC) property to offset CVEATC -related expenditures, including property insurance and property taxes. To the extent these revenues are insufficient to fully cover eligible costs, Elite Athlete Services, LLC (EAS) will reimburse the City for the remaining balance in accordance with the Agreement.
Under the prior arrangement, the Ci ty was responsible for these expenditures and shared a portion of the cell tower lease revenue with EAS. This change results in a positive fiscal impact, as all property tax and insurance-related costs will now be fully offset. The average net fiscal benefit to the City associated with this change is approximately $157,000 annually based on the average impact of fiscal years 2022 -23 through 2024-25.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
Any future fluctuations in revenue or reimbursable costs will be addressed through the established reimbursement process.
ATTACHMENTS
1. First Amended and Restated Facility Operations Agreement between the City of Chula Vista and Elite Athlete Services, LLC
Staff Contact: Courtney Chase, Deputy City Manager