City Council Meeting - July 15, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order at 4:00 p.m. on July 15, 2025 in the City Council Chamber at City Hall with Mayor Duncan presiding.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Duncan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.a
Captain Ladislao Montero Proclamation
1. Captain Montero Proclamation.pdf
Mayor Duncan presented the proclamation to Aquatics Supervisor Karina Craig.
3.b
Greg Dupraw Proclamation
1. Greg Dupraw Proclamation.pdf
Mayor Duncan presented the proclamation to Greg Dupraw.
3.c
Presentation by Frank Urtasun, Port Commissioner
Frank Urtasun, Port Commissioner, provided a PowerPoint Presentation regarding Central Comfort Station, Exercise Station Replacement, Tidelands Park Water Quality, Coronado Ferry Landings Restaurant, Landscaping updates, Cays Boat Storage Yard, Coronado Yacht Club Redevelopment, and Caulerpa survey areas.
Mayor Duncan asked for clarification regarding the timeline of the Coronado Ferry Landing, and if there was anything the City could do to expedite the project. Commissioner Urtasun explained the current status of the project and welcomed the Mayor’s suggestion to work together.
Councilmember Downey asked for clarification regarding the Port's progress on the Caulerpa prolifera in the bay and what needs to be addressed further. Commissioner Urtasun replied that the Port continues to monitor and evaluate the infestation, and that the Port had not found any new infestations.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Downey asked for clarification regarding Item 4d, and if the City had a timeline to discontinue the local emergency. Tina Friend, City Manager, answered that there is no definitive end date, as ongoing monitoring is required, and there are still areas to be surveyed and concerns about possible spread.
Motion made by:
Councilmember Downey
Seconded by:
Councilmember Steward
To approve the recommended actions on the consent calendar with the addition of item 8d.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
4.a
Approval of Reading by Title and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on This Agenda Approve the reading by title and waive the reading in full of all Ordinances on the agenda.
4.b
Approve Warrants Certified by Treasurer as Correct and Budget-Compliant for FY 2024-25
1. Warrant List 07.15.25.pdf
Approve the Warrants as certified by the City/Agency Treasurer.
4.c
Approval of the Minutes of the June 3 and June 17, 2025, Regular and Closed Session Meetings
1. Draft Minutes June 3, 2025 Closed Session.pdf
2. Draft Minutes June 3, 2025 Regular Session.pdf
3. Draft Minutes June 17, 2025 Closed Session.pdf
4. Draft Minutes June 17, 2025 Regular Session.pdf
Approve the Minutes of the June 3 and June 17, 2025 Regular and Closed Session Meetings
4.d
Resolution Extending a Local Emergency Due to the Discovery of Caulerpa prolifera in the Coronado Cays
1. Staff Report - Caulerpa Emergency Declaration 071520252.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution 2025-35.pdf
Adopt the resolution to extend the declaration of local emergency due to the discovery of Caulerpa
prolifera
.
4.e
Filing of the Treasurer’s Reports on Investments for the City and the Successor Agency to the Community Development Agency for the City of Coronado for the Quarter Ending March 31, 2025
1. Staff Report - Treasurer's Report Ending March 31, 2025.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Combined Q3 Treasurer Report Packet FY 2025.pdf Examine the quarterly reports on investments and direct them to be filed.
4.f
Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Purchase Agreement with SHI International Corporation in an Amount not to Exceed $900,000 over Three Years to Acquire Microsoft Enterprise Licensing through a Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorize the City Manager to Renew the License Agreement with Microsoft
1. Staff Report - Three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - CDWG Quote.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Dell Quote.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - SHI Quote.pdf
Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with SHI International Corporation in the amount of $900,000 for the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) renewal and authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal of the enterprise license agreement with Microsoft.
4.g
Consideration of Amendment No. 1 to Encroachment Permit 2307-024 and the Associated Encroachment Maintenance and Removal Agreement for Private Improvements at 1099 First Street and the Glorietta Bay Boat Launch Facility, and Authorization for the City Manager or Designee to Approve Annual Subscription Renewals
1. Staff Report - Encroachment Permit Amendment for Flock Camera Systems.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 1 of EMRA E2307-024-Revised.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Executed Flock Agreement.pdf
Approve Amendment No. 1 to Encroachment Permit E2307-024; authorize the City Engineer to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Encroachment Maintenance and Removal Agreement for private improvements located at 1099 First Street and the Glorietta Bay Boat Launch Facility; and authorize the City Manager or designee to approve successive renewal terms for the Flock subscription fees.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Matt Zagrodzky
, Coronado Cays HOA, provided comments regarding support of a fence around Coronado Cays Dog Park.
Harold Myers
provided comments regarding the restoration of Centennial Park.
Jim Calaura
provided comments regarding support of keeping the Coronado Cays Dog Park open.
Fred Yerrick
provided comments regarding possible alternatives to a flag burning ceremony.
Mercedes Smith
, Suicide Prevention Council of San Diego, provided comments regarding the need for increased mental health support services.
Paul Leila
provided comments regarding firework regulations.
Grant Affleck
, Trauma Intervention Program of San Diego (TIP), provided comments regarding continued support for TIP volunteers.
Henry Angelino
, Coronado Cays HOA General Manager, provided comments regarding support of a fence surrounding the Coronado Cays Dog Park.
Mark Schmidt
provided comments regarding gratitude for resolving an easement issue and suggestions with risk management.
Richard Tolles
provided comments regarding support of a fence surrounding the Coronado Cays Dog Park and suggestions for fence construction.
Jennie Portelli
provided comments regarding support of a fence surrounding the Coronado Cays Dog Park.
Brad Gerbe
l provided comments regarding gratitude for the Coronado's 4th of July and incoming state legislation.
Mila Albertson
provided comments regarding traffic congestion at Alameda Blvd.
Councilmember Downey, on behalf of the President of Coronado 4th of July, expressed gratitude to City Staff and volunteers.
Mayor Duncan provided comments on Transport Pollution Subcommittee, and article on Tijuana Sewage Crisis.
6. CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tina Friend, City Manager, provided comments regarding gratitude to City Council, City Staff, and the community for the Coronado's 4th of July event.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.a
Consideration of a Potential Increase to the City’s Affordable Housing In-lieu Fee
1. Consideration of a Potential Increase of the City's Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee 07152025.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - 2025-36.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Housing In-Lieu Fee Study.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - April 15, 2025 Staff Report.pdf
Rich Grunow, Director of Community Development, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint.
Councilmember Fleming asked for clarification on how “square footage” would be defined for the purposed of the in-lieu fee and if “livable square feet” was the correct way to describe the area that would be used to calculate the in-lieu fee. Mr. Grunow confirmed that “livable square foot” is an appropriate description for the calculation.
Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak on this item.
Glenn Hopson
provided comments regarding alternatives to the affordable housing in-lieu fee.
Debbie Giometti
provided comments regarding concern for development with a high affordable housing in-lieu fee and alternative fee options.
Brad Gerbel
provided comments regarding potential negative impacts from high affordable housing in-lieu fee.
Mark Schmidt
provided comments regarding potential negative impacts from high affordable housing in-lieu fee.
Bryce Nerding
provided comments regarding potential negative impacts from high affordable housing in-lieu fee.
Ken Nagel
provided comments regarding potential negative impacts from high affordable housing in-lieu fee.
Steve Nerding
provided comments regarding potential negative impacts from high affordable housing in-lieu fee and alternatives.
Having received no further requests to speak, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing.
Council discussion ensued regarding affordable the purpose and goals of the housing in-lieu fee, fee amount and phasing, economic impact and market effects, calculation method, application to rentals and a review and adjustment of the fee’s impact after a set amount of time.
Motion made by:
Councilmember Downey
Seconded by:
Councilmember Purvis
Adopt Resolution 2025-36 and amend the Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee to $25 per square foot of livable area effective immediately, to increase to $35 per square foot in July 2027, $45 per square foot in July 2028, and $55 per square foot in July 2029, with annual adjustments thereafter based on the Construction Cost Index, with projects already in the pipeline as confirmed by staff remaining under the prior fee schedule, and direct staff to return to the City Council in Spring 2028 with a review and analysis of the fee’s impact prior to the scheduled increase.
Yes (3): Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward No (2): Mayor Duncan, and Councilmember Fleming
Motion Carried
8. GENERAL BUSINESS
8.a
Council Reports on Interagency Assignments
1. Councilmember Purvis Agenda Item 8a 07.15.2025.pdf
Councilmember Steward presented an overview of Nanobubbles utilizing a video.
8.b
Appointment of City Council Representatives to Serve on Boards, Committees, and Other Assignments
1. Staff Report - City Council Appointments.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Draft City Council Committee Assignments.pdf Ratify members to serve on Mayoral-appointed boards, committees, and other assignments.
Item pulled from agenda.
8.c
Consideration of Cays Park Dog Fence
1. Staff Report - Cays Park Dog Fence .pdf
2. Attachment 1 - View of Dog Park.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Cays Dog Park Signage.pdf
Tina Friend, City Manager, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint.
Councilmember Downey asked for clarification regarding the impact of adding bushes or foliage in front of the fence, specifically whether it would shrink the size of the dog park since the sidewalk already exists. Discussion ensued on the placement of the foliage within the existing footprint of the dog park.
Linda Charles
provided comments regarding adding fencing.
Robin Hagemann
provided comments regarding support for fencing.
Diane Fisher
provided comments regarding neighborhood support for fencing.
Laura
Wilkinson-Sinton
provided comments utilizing a PowerPoint regarding support for fencing.
Council discussion ensued regarding whether to install a fence and, if so, the appropriate type, height, and design; whether to divide the park into areas for small and large dogs or maintain one open space; the number and placement of access gates; the potential inclusion and location of plantings or shrubs; the balance between fencing, openness, and safety visibility; the urgency of the project and possible additional amenities; community input and safety concerns, including recent dog bite incidents; and whether to phase in features such as plantings after the fence is installed.
Motion made by:
Mayor Duncan
Seconded by:
Councilmember Steward
Approve the installation of a decorative, see-through fence of approximately 42 inches in height around the current dog park footprint, with staff given latitude to select the best available product; to include two double-gate access points at either end of the park; to omit plantings and a small/large dog division at this time but allow for their future consideration; and to authorize staff to finalize details and return to Council only if significant issues arise, such as cost overruns.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
8.d
Resolution to Extend a Local Emergency Declaration in the City of Coronado Due to Impacts from Cross-Border Water Pollution
1. Staff Report - Emergency Declaration - Cross-Border Water Quality 07152025.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution 2025-37.pdf
Consider the Resolution to Extend the Local Emergency Declaration due to cross-border water pollution.
Item approved under consent calendar
9. BOARD, COMMISSION, AND ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORTS
9.a
Consideration of the Library Board of Trustees Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan
1. Staff Report - Library Board of Trustees Work Plan.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Proposed Library Board of Trustees Work Plan.pdf Kelsea Holian, City Clerk, introduced the item.
Sharon Hall, President of the Library Board of Trustees, presented the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan.
Motion made by:
Councilmember Downey
Seconded by:
Mayor Duncan
Approve the proposed work plan for the Library Board of Trustees for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
9.b
Consideration of the Mobility Committee Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan
1. Staff Report - Mobility Committee Work Plan.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Mobility Committee Proposed Workplan.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - 2024 Bayshore Bikeway Recommendations.pdf Robin Hagemann, Mobility Committee Chair, presented the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan.
Council discussion ensued regarding the need for clearer direction to the Mobility Committee, identifying e-bike safety, Bayshore Bikeway improvements, downtown beautification, and bike parking as focus areas; confirming that tasks should be assigned through the city manager or staff liaison; agreeing that volunteer participation should be optional and that goal five regarding transportation to the Cays should be removed; recognizing varying member strengths; and emphasizing the importance of ongoing review and flexibility in the committee’s work plan.
Motion made by:
Mayor Duncan
Seconded by:
Councilmember Purvis
Approve the Mobility Committee’s work plan with the removal of goal five regarding transportation to the Cays, with the understanding that the committee will receive tasks and direction primarily through the city manager or staff liaison, that its focus areas will include e-bike safety and regulation, Bayshore Bikeway improvements, and other City-prioritized mobility issues, and that participation in community events or volunteer activities will be optional for committee members.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
9.c
Consideration of the Cultural Arts Commission Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan
1. Staff Report - Cultural Arts Commission Work Plan.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Cultural Arts Work Plan.pdf
Dawn Richards, Cultural Arts Commission Chair, presented the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan utilizing a PowerPoint.
Council discussion ensued regarding reducing the number of arts partner meetings to lessen the burden on staff and commissioners; simplifying social media outreach to highlight local events without overwhelming the public; clarifying that the commission’s role was to assist with recommendations on public art maintenance rather than carrying out staff functions; confirming that participation in local arts events should be optional; ensuring that special projects would be city-directed rather than independently initiated; recognizing that an overly broad work plan affected commissioner recruitment and retention; and emphasizing the importance of staff involvement in supporting the commission’s activities.
Motion made by:
Mayor Duncan
Seconded by:
Councilmember Downey
Approve the Cultural Arts Commission work plan with modifications to reduce arts partner meetings from five to four per year, simplify and limit social media posting to focus on local events, change the commission’s role in public art maintenance to “assist with public art maintenance recommendations,” modify the special projects goal to “assist with special arts-related projects as requested by or approved by the City,” and remove the goal requiring participation in local arts events, making such participation optional.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
9.d
Consideration of the Historic Resource Commission Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan
1. Staff Report - Historic Resource Commission Work Plan.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Proposed Historic Resource Commission Work Plan.pdf Tricia Olsen, Senior Planner, provided an overview of the Historic Resource Commission accomplishments and Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan utilizing a PowerPoint.
Motion made by:
Councilmember Downey
Seconded by:
Councilmember Steward
Approve the proposed work plan for the Historic Resource Commission for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.
Yes (5): Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward Motion Carried
10. CITY ATTORNEY
11. COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN
12. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Duncan adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:15 p.m.
APPROVED:
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John D. Duncan, Mayor of the City of Coronado
ATTEST:
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Kelsea Holian, City Clerk of the City of Coronado