From: Ron Richie <
Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 10:13 AM
To: CityClerk < CityClerk@chulavistaca. gov>
Subject: Regarding Item 7.2 on Council Agenda: Establishment of Downtown Chula Vista Community Benefit District
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Dear Honorable Mayor & Chula Vista City Council,
Hello! My name is Ron Richie, and I’m writing today representing Grind House to speak to the value the Downtown Chula Vista Association ( DCVA) activities in downtown and to also lend my support for Item 7.2 on the City Council agenda for the establishment of the Downtown Chula Vista Community Benefit District.
My business has operated in downtown for over 9.5 years, and in that time, I can speak to the value and positive activity the DCVA has generated for the downtown area as well as for my business. The daily maintenance services, enhanced landscaping and unique special events organized by the DCVA gives downtown a welcoming appeal and vibrancy that I believe benefits all our downtown stakeholders. I also appreciate the responsiveness and approachability of the DCVA office staff andmaintenance workers, as they both work diligently to ensure downtown is presentable and prosperous for businesses of all types.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,
Ron Richie
Owner
GrindHouse Chula Vista
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Item 7.2 - Written Communications
Richie - Received 9/1/2026