Agenda packet — El Cajon City Council, March 12, 2024

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CITY COUNCIL

HOUSING AUTHORITY AND

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Council Chamber
200 Civic Center Way
El Cajon, CA 92020
Agenda
MARCH 12, 2024, 3:00 p.m.

Bill Wells, Mayor Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Steve Goble, Councilmember Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Morgan Foley, City Attorney Michelle Metschel, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk Phil Ortiz, Deputy Mayor

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Bill Wells

ROLL CALL: City Clerk Angela Cortez

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the February 27, 2024, Meetings and the Agenda of the March 12, 2024, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.

PRESENTATIONS:

AGENDA CHANGES:

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CONSENT ITEMS:

Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.

1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the February 27, 2024, Meetings of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.

2. Warrants
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.

3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.

4. Community Event - 2024 July 4th Picnic at Kennedy Park

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approves the use of the public right-of-way for the July 4th picnic and fireworks display and authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to execute the necessary agreements and forms for the associated fireworks display at Granite Hills High School.

5. Continuation of Emergency for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Continuation of Emergency for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities.

6. Disposal of Retired Property

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council declares the listed property retired and authorizes disposal in accordance with policy.

7. Purchase of Latent Fingerprint Technology System & Related Training Services

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to authorize the Purchasing Agent to waive the bidding requirements in accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code section 3.20.010(C)(5), and to execute a purchase agreement with Foster & Freeman USA, Inc (F&F) for the purchase of Recover® Latent Fingerprint Technology System & related training services in the not-to-exceed amount of $103,372.21.

8. Contract Amendment for RFP No. 012-23 – Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project Professional Services

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to increase the Agreement for Professional Services with Chen Ryan & Associates, Inc. for Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project Professional Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $97,500 through January 11, 2025.

9. Reject & Re-Bid of RFP No. 029-24 – East County Market Nights Management Services

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to reject the sole proposal and authorizes re-bidding the service with revised specifications.

10. Appropriation of funds for Replacement In-Car Laptops in Police Vehicles

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council appropriates $305,100 of available IT Services Fund balance (615) for the purpose described in the report.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today’s docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:

11. City Council Action Plan (2024)

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council reviews the draft City Council Action Plan, provides feedback, and approves the document.

COMMISSION REPORTS:

ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF MAYOR WELLS
SANDAG (San Diego Association of Governments) Board of Directors.

12. Council Activity Report

ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:

13. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE
MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.

14. COUNCILMEMBER GARY KENDRICK
METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.

15. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL
Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.

16. DEPUTY MAYOR PHIL ORTIZ
League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.

JOINT COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS:

17. Modifying Regulations Related to Fences in Residential Zones

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council directs staff to analyze Municipal Code 17.130.170 regarding fence regulations and refer a recommendation to the Planning Commission and then the City Council for consideration.

GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:

ORDINANCES: FIRST READING

ORDINANCES: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION

CLOSED SESSIONS:

18. Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6:

Agency Designated Representatives:

Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Clay Schoen, Director of Finance
Marisol Thorn, Director of Human Resources
Morgan Foley, City Attorney
Employee Organizations:

El Cajon Police Officers' Association
El Cajon Police Officers' Association Management Group

19. Closed Session - Conference with Real Property Negotiators - pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8:

Property:

APN 487-331-22-00
425 W. Main Street

Negotiating Party:

Jala, Inc.

Hitesh C. Patel, CEO

City Negotiators:

City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney

Under Negotiation:

Price and terms of payment for acquisition of property

ADJOURNMENT: The Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/ El Cajon Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency held this 12th day of March 2024, is adjourned to Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 1.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Angela Cortez, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting
RECOMMENDATION:

Attachments
02-27-24DRAFTminutes - 3PM
02-27-24DRAFTminutes - 7PM

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 31 - 3:00 p.m.

JOINT MEETING OF THE

EL CAJON CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING

AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY

TO THE EL CAJON

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

MINUTES

CITY OF EL CAJON

EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA

February 27, 2024

R O L L C A L L
Council/Agencymembers present: Kendrick, Metschel, and Ortiz Council/Agencymembers absent: None
Deputy Mayor/Vice Chair present: Goble
Mayor/Chair present: Wells
Other Officers present: Mitchell, City Manager/Executive Director DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Foley, City Attorney/General Counsel
Cortez, City Clerk/Secretary

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG led by Mayor Wells and MOMENT OF SILENCE.

POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjourn ment of the February 13, 2024 meeting and the February 22, 2024, Special Joint meeting and the Agenda of the March 12, 202 4, meeting in accordance with State Law and El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Policy.

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Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 32 - 3:00 p.m.

PRESENTATIONS: None

AGENDA CHANGES: None

CONSENT ITEMS: (1 – 9)

1. Minutes of El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meetings

Approve Minutes of the February 13, 2024 meeting, and February 22 , 2024, Special Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/ Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.

2. Warrants

Approve payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.

3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only

Approve the reading by title and waive s the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.

4. Award of Bid No. 030-24 – Neighborhood Street Lights 2023

1. Adopt Resolution No. 017 -24 to Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights 2023, Bid No. 030-24; and

2. Adopt Resolution No. 018 -24 to Appropriate $300,000 of available TransNet Funds (EL18) to increase the budget for the Neighborhood Street Lights 2023 project (233784PWCP), and award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, T&M Electric, Inc. dba Perry Electric, in the amount of $903,800.

5. Acceptance of Recreation Center Upgrades - Cool Zones and Evacuation Sites Phase 1

1. Accept the Recreation Center Upgrades - Cool Zones and Evacuation Sites Phase 1 project (223752PWCP), Bid No. 012-22; and

2. Authorize the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 33 - 3:00 p.m.

CONSENT ITEMS: (Continued)

6. Extension of Maintenance and Support Agreement for Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System

Adopt Resolution No. 019 -24 to Authorize the Purchasing Agent to add Law Enforcement Records Management – Public Safety Analytics (PSA) module to the current Tyler Technologies, Inc.’s software maintenance agree ment for CAD dispatch capabilities, mobile messaging, CalPhoto, CAD Analytics, and professional services for the not-to-exceed amount of $10,500 for the current term; and Extend the aforementioned service agreement for four additional one-year terms.

7. Minor Amendment to the FY 2021 -2022 One Year Action Plan to allow changes in the East County Transitional Living Center Facility Project (C1118), and re - allocation of unexpended CDBG funds from FY 2022 -2023 Crime Free Prevention Program (C1117) and all ocation of CDBG program income to the East County Transitional Living Center Facility Project.

Adopt Resolution No. 020-24, to:

1. Modify the Fiscal Year 2021 -2022 One Year Action Plan to direct the use of funds originally designated for pool fencing improv ements to be used for the replacement of windows in the emergency shelter, all as a part of the East County Transitional Living Center Facility Project (C1118) ("Project C1118");

2. Re-allocate $32,188.20 of unexpended CDBG funds from the FY 2022 - 2023 budget approved for the Crime Free Prevention Program (C1117) to East County Transitional Living Center Facility Project (C1118);

3. Allocate CDBG program income in the amount of $26,811.80 to Project (C1118);

4. Determine such actions are exempt from the provisions o f both CEQA and NEPA; and

5. Authorize the City Manager, or such person designated by the City Manager, to process the minor amendment, to make any necessary or needed corrections or adjustments to allocations and to execute all affiliated documents.

8. Declaration of Emergency for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities; Authorization to Waive Bidding

Adopt Resolution No. 021-24, to establish a Declaration of Emergency and determine that the public interest and necessity require the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, or property as required by Public Contract Code section 22050; and Approve $200,000 for repairs in Wastewater Operations to cover the cost of the emergency work.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 34 - 3:00 p.m.

CONSENT ITEMS: (Item 8 - Continued)

DISCUSSION

In answer to a question by Deputy Mayor Ortiz, City Manager Mitchell stated that during emergency repairs to the City, the bid process is waived to ensure timely repairs through a known and vetted contractor.

9. Quarterly Treasurer’s Report

Receive the current Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ended December 31, 2023. Also included are the Treasurer’s Reports for the quarter ended June 30, 2022; quarters ending September 30, December 31, March 31, and June 30, 2023; and the quarter ended September 30, 2023.

MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to APPROVE Consent Items 1 to 8.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Brenda Hammond suggested donating trees and plants found in the storm drains.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

10. Issuance of Tax -Exempt Bonds for the Lexington Green Apartments by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council:

1. Conducts a TEFRA public hearing in consideration of the issuance of ta x- exempt bond financing by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority for the benefit of Lexington Green Community Partners II, LP, to provide financing for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and improvement of the 144 -unit apartment developm ent generally known as Lexington Green; and

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 35 - 3:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING: (Item 10 - Continued)

2. Adopts the next Resolution, in order, approving the issuance of Bonds by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority not to exceed $55,000,000 for the ben efit of Lexington Apartments Community Partners II, LP, to provide for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and improvement of the 144 -unit apartment development generally known as Lexington Green.

DISCUSSION

Housing Manager, Jose Dorado, provided a summary of the Item.

Mayor Wells opened the Public Hearing.

No public comment was received for the Item.

Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
 Once bonds are issued, rent cannot be changed; and
 No fiscal impact to the City.

MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to CLOSE the Public Hearing.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to CONSIDER the
issuance of tax -exempt bond financing by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority for the benefit of Lexington Green Community Partners II, LP, to provide financing for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and improvement of the 144 -unit apartment development generally known as Lexington Green; and Adopt Resolution No. 022-24, approving the iss uance of Bonds by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority not to exceed $55,000,000 for the benefit of Lexington Apartments Community Partners II, LP, to provide for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and improvement of the 144 -unit apartment development generally known as Lexington Green.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 36 - 3:00 p.m.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:

11. The Wall That Heals Financial Support

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approves the request from "The Wall El Cajon" to par ticipate as a sponsor and provide in -kind support for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund – The Wall That Heals.

DISCUSSION

Deputy Director of Parks & Recreation, Adam Tronerud, provided detailed information of the Item.

Jeff Mueller, President of The Wa ll That Heals – El Cajon 2024, spoke of the upcoming event ‘The Wall El Cajon’.

Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
 Fundraising efforts; and
 Reaching out to other organizations for help.

MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to APPROVE the
request from "The Wall El Cajon" to participate as a sponsor and provide in-kind support for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund – The Wall That Heals.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

12. Fire Station No. 7 Renovation - Project Update

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council:

1. Receives the Fire Station No. 7 Renovation (210051PWCP) project update; and

2. Authorizes staff to proceed to the final design phase of the Fire Station No. 7 Renovation project.

DISCUSSION

Associate Engineer, Senan Kachi, provided detailed information of the Item.

No public comment was received for the Item.

MOTION BY METSCHEL, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to RECEIVE
the Fire Station No. 7 Renovation (210051PWCP) project update; and Authorize staff to proceed to the final design phase of the Fire Station No. 7 Renovation project.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 37 - 3:00 p.m.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (Continued)

13. Award of RFP No. 031 -24 – Wells Park Pickleball Landscape Architectural Services

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to:

1. Find that landscape architectural services as proposed are not a "project", making the services exempt under CEQA; and

2. Enter into an agreement with Spurlock Landscape Architects (SLA), in an amount not to exceed $193,192 for a two-year term.

DISCUSSION

Associate Engineer, Senan Kachi, provided detailed information of the Item.

No public comment was received for the Item.

Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
 Neighborhood concerns;
 Hours of operation; and
 Possibility of more pickleball courts in the future.

MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to ADOPT
Resolution No. 023 -24 to enter into an agreement with Spurlock Landscape Architects (SLA), in an amount not to exceed $193,192 for a two-year term.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

14. City Council Action Plan (2024) - Prioritization of Goals/Outcomes

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council reviews and prioritizes the goals and outcomes established in the City Council Action Plan.

DISCUSSION

City Manager Mitchell provided detailed information of the Item.

No public comment was received for the Item.

Discussion ensued among Council and Staff on the order of importance of the multiple City Council goals.

No Motion was required for the Item.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 38 - 3:00 p.m.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (Continued)

15. June Bloom of El Cajon | City Beautification Project

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council receives the report and provides additional direction or approva l to staff.

DISCUSSION

Marketing Manager, Chris Berg, provided detailed information of the Item.

No public comment was received for the Item.

Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
 Social media advertising; and
 Recognition of winners at a public event.

MOTION BY GOBLE, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to RECEIVE the
June Bloom of El Cajon – City Beautification Project report and approve the allocation of $16,000 for prizes and awards.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

COMMISSION REPORTS: None

ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF MAYOR WELLS:

SANDAG (San Diego Association of Governments) Board of Directors.

16. Council Activities Report/Comments

Report as submitted.

ACTIVITIES REPORTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:

17. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE
MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advance d Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Publi c Safety Committee – Alternate.

Council Activities Report/Comments.

Report as submitted.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 39 - 3:00 p.m.

ACTIVITIES REPORTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS: (Continued)

18. COUNCILMEMBER GARY KENDRICK
METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communicatio ns; Heartland Fire Training JPA.

Council Activities Report/Comments.

Report as submitted.

19. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL
Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate.

Council Activities Report/Comments.

In addition to the submitted report, Councilmember Metschel stated she did not attend the East County Honors Awards Gala.

20. DEPUTY MAYOR PHIL ORTIZ
League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Econom ic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advance d Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.

Council Activities Report/Comments.

Report as submitted.

JOINT COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS: None

GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: None

ORDINANCES: FIRST READING - None

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 40 - 3:00 p.m.

ORDINANCES: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION

21. Amendment to ECMC Chapter 3.20 – Bidding and Written Contracts

RECOMMENDATION:

That Mayor Wells requests the City Clerk to recite the title.

DISCUSSION

The City Clerk recited the title of the ordinance for a second reading.

An Ordinance to Amend Section 3.20.010, of Chapter 3.20 of Title 3 of The El Cajon Municipal Code Relating To Acquisition of Services, Supplies, or Equipment

MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to Adopt Ordinance No. 5141, APPROVING Amendments to Section 3.20.010, of Chapter 3.20 of Title 3 of The El Cajon Municipal Code Relating To Acquisition of Services, Supplies, or Equipment.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

CLOSED SESSION:

22. Closed Session - Conference with Real Property Negotiators - pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8:

Property:

APN 488-242-43-00
405 E. Lexington Avenue

Negotiating Party:

San Diego Chaldean Community Council
Dr. Noori Barka

City Negotiators:

City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney

Under Negotiation:

Price and terms of payment for lease of property

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 41 - 3:00 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION: (Item 22 – Continued)

Mayor Wells announced that he is disqualified from participating on the Closed Session due to a financial conflict of interest, as he received monetary campaign contributions from Dr. Barka.

The City Council and staff left the Chamber at 4:20 p.m.

RECONVENED to Open Session at 4:34 p.m.

City Attorney Foley reported the following actions:
 Direction was given to City negotiators.

Adjournment: Mayor Wells adjourned the Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/ Housing A uthority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency held this 27th day of February, 2024, at 4:35 p.m., to Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

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ANGELA L. CORTEZ, CMC
City Clerk/Secretary

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 42 - 7:00 p.m.

JOINT MEETING OF THE

EL CAJON CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING

AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY

TO THE EL CAJON

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

MINUTES

CITY OF EL CAJON

EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA

February 27, 2024

An Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Hou sing Authority/ Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency, held Tuesday, February 27, 2024, was called to order by Mayor/Chair Bill Wells at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, California. This meeting was adjour ned from the Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 27 , 2024, by order of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG led by Mayor Wells and MOMENT OF SILENCE.

AGENDA CHANGES: None

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Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 43 - 7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC COMMENT: None

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

100. Interviews for City Commissions and Committees

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council conducts interviews for two (2) seats on the Personnel Commission; one (1) seat on the Planning Commission.

DISCUSSION

Personnel Commission

Vacancies: Two (2) Commissioner vacancies as follows:

*One (1) Commissioner with a Term expiration of 01/31/2028

***One (1) Commissioner with a Term expiration of 01/31/2028

Requirements: Applicant must be a resident of the City of El Cajon and continue to reside in the City during the term of office.

*Applicant must be appointed by the City Council from a list of three persons nominated by employees in the Classified Service, except when an incumbent is re -nominated, then one name may be submitted.

***Applicant must be appointed by the City Council from a list of three persons nominated by the current appointed members, except when an incumbent is nominated, then only one name may be submitted.

Personnel Commissioners are required to file a Form 700 according to provisions of th e Political Reform Act, the Fair Political Practices Commission, and the City's Conflict of Interest Code.

Applicants for the Personnel Commission:

Richard Agundez
Jason Martinez

MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to APPOINT Richard Agundez and Jason Martinez to the Personnel Commission, with a term to expire on January 31, 2028.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ February 27, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 44 - 7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARINGS: (Item 100 – Continued)

Planning Commission

Vacancies: One (1) Commissioner with a Term expiration of 01/31/2028

Requirements: Applicant must be a resident of the City of El Cajon and continue to reside in the City during the term of office.

Planning Commissioners are required to file a Form 700 according to provisions of the Political Reform Act, the Fair Political Pract ices Commission, and the City's Conflict of Interest Code.

Applicants for the Planning Commission:

Curtis L. Crook
Rebecca Pollack-Rude

MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to RE -APPOINT Rebecca Pollack-Rude to the Planning Commission, with a term to ex pire on January 31, 2028.

MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.

ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Wells adjourned the Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council /Housing Authority /Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency, held this 27th day of February, 20 24, at 7:40 p.m., to Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

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ANGELA L. CORTEZ, CMC
City Clerk/Secretary

City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 4.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Adam Tronerud
SUBJECT: Community Event - 2024 July 4th Picnic at Kennedy Park RECOMMENDATION:

BACKGROUND:

The annual July 4th picnic and fireworks at Kennedy Park, hosted by the City, will have a patriotic theme and include music, family games, train rides around the park, and crafts for children.

A Traffic Control Plan, providing the least amount of impact on the community, has been prepared by the Public Works Traffic Engineering Division and approved by the City's Traffic Engineer. Approval for the street closures on July 4th from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. is requested.

Closures include:

Tuesday, July 4, 2023
8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Kennedy Center Parking Lot (NO Public Parking) 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fourth Street from Madison Avenue to Granite Hills Drive The Traffic Control Plan will be coordinated with Public Works staff and Police, ensuring the effective movement of vehicles and pedestrians, promoting a safe and healthy event.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

The proposed community event is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) according to section 15061(b)(3) the “General Rule,” which states that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. The fireworks display and temporary use of the City’s Kennedy Park and right-of-way for a community event and the detouring of modes of transportation within city streets will not have a significant effect on the environment. .!!!!_ Valley of opportunity
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FISCAL IMPACT:

Funding for the event is included in the Fiscal Year 2024 – 2025 budget, account 101610.

Prepared By: Adam Tronerud, Parks & Recreation Manager
Reviewed By: Frank Carson, Director of Parks & Recreation Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Attachments
July 4th TCP

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Agenda Report
Agenda Item 5.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Yazmin Arellano, Director of Public of Works
SUBJECT: Continuation of Emergency for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Continuation of Emergency for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities.

BACKGROUND:

This report provides an update on the Emergency Storm Damage Repairs to public facilities incurred by our City due to recent storms. On February 15, 2024, the City Manager declared an emergency for immediate repairs to protect surrounding property, maintain the integrity of critical stormwater infrastructure, and preserve life and safety. On February 27, 2024, the City Council ratified the City Manager's Declaration and established a Declaration of Emergency with Resolution No. 021-24. The following is an overview of actions taken and next steps:

Stormwater Channels
Following the City Council's ratification and Declaration of Emergency, the City contracted with Jimenez Inc. dba MJC Construction (MJC Construction). MJC Construction completed the channel bottom repair on the County Channel north of Johnson Avenue on February 29, 2024.

The repair included water diversion and the removal and replacement of steel-reinforced concrete. MJC Construction continues with the repair of concrete channel bottom work at three separate locations on Forester Creek and repairs of a concrete channel wall located near Anza Elementary School.

Collapsed Trees
West Coast Arborists completed the removal of a collapsed tree on Avocado Avenue and the removal of a tree obstructing the natural storm channel along the east side of Avocado Avenue.

Slope Erosion
Kleinfelder visited the site and performed geologic observations of the slope and adjacent areas. The geologist completed the geologic mapping of the western slope on Avocado Avenue north of Skywood Drive and provided preliminary recommendations on addressing the slope erosion. The initial recommendations include methods to mitigate the existing slope erosion, including laying back the upper ten feet of the slope to a shallower gradient, removing overhangs and vertical slope sections, and installing a catchment structure along the slope toe to impede or slow any failed material. Staff is coordinating the work with contractors experienced with slope remediation techniques. Lane #2 on Avocado Avenue continues to be .!!!!_ Valley of opportunity
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closed to traffic, with Public Works staff monitoring the traffic control up to four times daily.

On February 26, 2024, the City received notice of authorized California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding for San Diego County for the January 2024 Winter Storm to help impacted communities recover from the event. City staff will attend a mandatory meeting on March 12, 2024, to get directions and the necessary documentation to apply for reimbursement utilizing the CDAA Program. If it is determined that our emergency expenditures are eligible costs, Cal OES will reimburse the City for 75% of eligible repair work costs related to this emergency.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

Emergency repairs to publicly-owned service facilities necessary to maintain service essential to the public health, safety, or general welfare are exempt from CEQA pursuant to section 15269(b) (Emergency Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Funding in the amount of $500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Wastewater Maintenance Annual Budget (650720).

Prepared By: Monica Martinez, Sr. Management Analyst
Reviewed By: Yazmin Arellano, Director of Public Works
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Attachments
Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. ___-24

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON PROCLAIMING THE

CONTINUATION OF EMERGENCY FOR STORM DAMAGE REPAIRS

WHEREAS, the El Cajon City Council ("City Council") is authorized under section 8630 of the California Government Code to proclaim the existence of a local emergency when conditions exist within the jurisdiction of the City of El Cajon (the "City") which pose an extreme peril to public health, safety and life; and

WHEREAS, section 8.08.060 of the El Cajon Municipal Code ("ECMC") empowers the City Council to proclaim a local emergency when the City is affected or likely to be affected by a public calamity; and

WHEREAS, after the discovery of storm-caused damage in three (3) locations in Forester Creek and damage at another location of a storm drain channel north of Johnson Avenue (the “County Channel”), and fallen and damaged trees on, and erosion on the western slope of, Avocado Avenue, north of Skywood Drive (adjoining City limits to the west), the City Manager declared an emergency on February 15, 2024; and

WHEREAS, while the repairs to the County Channel and the removal of fallen and damaged trees on Avocado Avenue have been completed, the emergency repairs to the channel bottom of Forester Creek and repairs to the slope erosion to the western slope of Avocado Avenue remain to be completed, and it is necessary for the City Council to again ratify the City Manager’s proclamation of emergency , as first ratified by the City Council on February 27, 2024, by Resolution No. 021-24.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON AS FOLLOWS:

1. That the foregoing recitals are true and correct, and are the findings of the City Council.

2. That in adopting Resolution No. 021- 24, the Cit y Council approved an exemption from further environmental review under section 15269(b) (Emergency Projects) of California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA") Guidelines, and authorized staff to file a notice of exemption for this emergency project.

3. That the City Council hereby proclaims the continuation of the local emergency for storm damage repairs.

4. That the local emergency shall be deemed t o continue to exist until termination is proclaimed by the City Council of the City of El Cajon.

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Agenda Report
Agenda Item 6.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
SUBJECT: Disposal of Retired Property
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council declares the listed property retired and authorizes disposal in accordance with policy.

BACKGROUND:

In accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code section 3.16.090, departments shall submit to the purchasing agent reports showing supplies and equipment that are no longer used or have become obsolete or worn out.

The attached items are recommended for disposal as City-retired equipment as they have become unsuitable for City use. Auctionable items will be offered by Fischer Auction Company at their regularly scheduled online auction (http://www.facauctions.com).

In addition, City Staff will attempt to sell a desk and credenza via an online marketplace. If offers are not received, staff will return to City Council to obtain donation approval.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

This action is not considered a “Project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) section 15378(b)(5) because it is an administrative activity of government.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is a one-time revenue resulting from the sale of items. Funds will be deposited back to the original funding source used to purchase the equipment.

Prepared By: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
Reviewed By: Clay Schoen, Director of Finance
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Attachments
Retired Property List
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Retired Property List
City Council Meeting: March 12, 2024

Equipment for Auction
Quantity Description Asset No. Serial #
1 HP GC System 6890 Series 002824 US0002597U
1 HP 5973 Mass Selective Detector &
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1 Misonix FE-1200 Fume Extractor 003861 FG22161000
4 Nederman 70311429 Silencer ESD -
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4 Nederman 70510244 Fume Arms
1 Meiji Techno RZ 1599 Microscope &
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1 Nilon Labophot-Pol Microscope &
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1 Nilon CoolPix 995 Camera 004610 3514977

Equipment for Online Marketplace
Quantity Description Asset No. Serial #
1 Kimball 9S-4286BW Executive Desk 004093
1 Kimball 9S-8919W Credenza 004094

City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 7.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
SUBJECT: Purchase of Latent Fingerprint Technology System & Related Training Services
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to authorize the Purchasing Agent to waive the bidding requirements in accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code section

3.20.010(C)(5), and to execute a purchase agreement with Foster & Freeman USA, Inc (F&F) for the purchase of Recover® Latent Fingerprint Technology System & related training services in the not-to-exceed amount of $103,372.21.

BACKGROUND:

The Police Department submitted the attached memorandum dated February 8, 2024, with sole source justification to purchase the Recover® Latent Fingerprint Technology System and subsequent training from F&F. The system is patented, designed, manufactured, and sold by F&F and is funded by the San Diego Cal-ID Remote Access Network (RAN) Board. The request has been reviewed by the Purchasing Division and determined to be in the City's best interest.

As a result, this purchase is recommended as an exception to the City’s competitive bidding requirement pursuant to ECMC section 3.20.010(C)(5), finding that: “The bidding procedures of this chapter may be waived, and an open market purchase pursuant to section 3.20.110 of this chapter may be authorized for all expenditures not involving a public project when the commodity or service can be obtained from only one source.” Staff recommends this purchase be made from Foster & Freeman USA, Inc.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(2). It will not result in any direct or indirect physical change in the environment because it solely provides authorization for the purchase of equipment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impact for this procurement is $103,372.21. Sufficient funds are available for this service in Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Budget: Police Department Lab-Furn&Equip (101321).

Prepared By: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
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Prepared By: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
Reviewed By: Mike Moulton, Police Chief
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Attachments
Resolution
Police Department Memo

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RESOLUTION NO. ___-24

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF EL CAJON APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF THE
RECOVER® LATENT FINGERPRINT TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM

AND RELATED TRAINING SERVICES

WHEREAS, the Police Department of the City of El Cajon (the "City") has recommended purchase of the Recover® Latent Fingerprint Technology System and related training services (the "System") from with Foster & Freeman USA, Inc. ("F&F"); and

WHEREAS, the System is patented , designed, manufactured, and sold by F&F, and is funded by the San Diego Cal-ID Remote Access Network ("RAN") Board; and

WHEREAS, the Police Department has requested that the bidding requirements be waived in accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code ("ECMC") section 3.20.010(C)(5) and a sole source purchase be approved in the not -to-exceed amount of $103,372.21, finding that: "The bidding procedures of this chapter may be waived, and an open market purchase pursuant to section 3.20.110 of this chapter may be authorized for all expenditures not involving a public project when the commodity or service can b e obtained from only one source"; and

WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Annual Budget:

Police Department Lab-Furn&Equip; and

WHEREAS, this purchase is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") in accordance with s tate CEQA G uidelines section 15378(b)(2) as i t will not result in any direct or indirect physical change in the environment because it solely provides authorization for the purchase of equipment.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON AS FOLLOWS:

1. The above recitals are true and correct, and are the findings of the City Council.

2. The City Council hereby approves waiving of the bidding requirements in accordance with ECMC section 3.20.010(C)(5), and authorizes a sole source purchase of the System from Foster & Freeman USA, Inc. , in the not -to-exceed amount of $103,372.21.

3. The City Council hereby d etermines that the purchase of the System is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(2) as it will not result in any direct or indirect physical change in the environment because it solely provides authorization for the purchase of equipment.

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4. The City Manager, or such person as is designated by the City Manager, is hereby authorized and directed to execute any agreements and subsequent amendments, along with such other documents necessary, as may be approved by the City Manager, on behalf of the City.

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Reso – Purchase Latent Fingerprint Tech System (Waive Bidding) 030524 DATE:

TO:

FROM:

EL CAJON POLICE DEPARTMENT

MEMORANDUM
FEBRUARY 8, 2024

MICHAEL MOUL TON
?fi/ CHIEF OF POLICE

JENNIFER LYTLE

MANAGEMENT

ANALYST
SUBJECT: Sole Source Request for Foster+ Freeman Recover System In conjunction with Requisition 12400477, the Police Department Forensic Lab is requesting a sole source procurement for the purchase of a Recover System from Foster+ Freeman.

The Recover System is unique, patented equipment designed and manufactured exclusively by Foster + Freeman and uses advanced technology to capture prints on a wide range of surfaces.

It significantly outperforms other techniques on evidence that has undergone significant stress from heating, firing, washing, burying or submerging. The Recover is the only technique that can get fingerprints from washed metal items, including, but not limited to fired casings and IED fragments. This equipment will allow the Police Department Forensic Lab to develop a greater number of prints leading to an increase in solved cases.

Foster + Freeman is the only manufacturer that has this technology and the purchase of this equipment will be fully funded by the RAN board grant. (Please see attached sole source letter from Foster+ Freeman).

Committed to a Safe and Secure Community through Service, Mutual Cooperation and Respect City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 8.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
SUBJECT: Contract Amendment for RFP No. 012-23 – Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project Professional Services
RECOMMENDATION:

BACKGROUND:

On December 13, 2022, the City Council awarded RFP #012-23, Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project Professional Services to Chen Ryan & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $599,985. The goal of the project is to revitalize and beautify the existing City right-of-way by transforming existing deteriorating streets to a vibrant, safe, and “green” public space that fosters accessible pedestrian connections. This project is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act and Caltrans Clean California grant funds.

Staff is requesting an extension through January 11, 2025, in an amount of $97,500, which will address additional topographic surveying, street design revisions, new preliminary title reports, hydrology study, public outreach exhibits, and additional coordination with affected utilities.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

The City Council approved the Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project on October 24, 2023, and categorically exempted the project from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with sections 15301 and 15304 of the State CEQA Guidelines. The proposed extension and increase in funding does not require further CEQA review.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Approval of the $97,500 increase will supplement the current contract, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $697,485. Sufficient funds are available in Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Budget:

Oakdale Alameda Gateway Beautification (233785PWCP).

Prepared By: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
Reviewed By: Yazmin Arellano, Director of Public Works
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
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Attachments
Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. ___-24

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVING AMENDMENT OF AN

AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE

OAKDALE ALAMEDA BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
(RFP No. 012-23)

WHEREAS, the City Council awarded the Request for Proposals No. 012- 23 for the Oakdale Alameda Beautification Project Professional Services (the "Project") to Chen Ryan & Associates, Inc., on December 13, 2022, in an amount not to exceed $599,985 (the "Agreement"); and

WHEREAS, the goal of the P roject is to revitalize and beautify the existing right - of-way in the City of El Cajon (the "City") by transforming existing deteriorating streets to a vibrant, safe, and "green" public space that fosters accessible pedestrian connections; and

WHEREAS, this Project is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act and Caltrans Clean California grant funds; and

WHEREAS, City staff has requested an extension through January 11, 2025, and additional compensation in a not-to-exceed amount of $97,500, which will address additional topographic surveying, street design revisions, new preliminary title reports , hydrology study, public outreach exhibits, and additional coordination with affected utilities; and

WHEREAS, approval of the $97,500 increase will result in a total not -to-exceed compensation amount of $697,485 for the Agreement, and sufficient funds are available in Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Budget: Oakdale Alameda Gateway Beautification; and

WHEREAS, the Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ( "CEQA") in accordance with s ections 15301 and 15304 of s tate CEQA Guidelines, and t he proposed extens ion and increase in funding do not require further CEQA review; and

WHEREAS, the City Council believes it to be in the best interest of the City to extend the Agreement through January 11, 2025, and approve additional compensation in the not-to-exceed amount of $97,500.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON AS FOLLOWS:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are the findings of the City Council.

2. The City Council hereby determines that the Project is categorically exempt from CEQA in accordance with sections 15301 and 15304 of state CEQA Guidelines, and the proposed extension and increase in funding do not require further CEQA review.

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3. The City Council hereby approves amendment of the Agreement to extend the term through January 11, 2025, and authorizes additional compensation in the not - to-exceed amount of $97,500, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $697,485.

4. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager, or such person as is designated by the City Manager, to execute an amendment to the Agreement , with any such changes as may be necessary and approved by the City Manager.

5. The City Manager, or such person as is designated by the City Manager, is hereby authorized and directed to execute any subsequent amendments to the Agreement, or other documents necessary, as may be approved by the City Manager, on behalf of the City of El Cajon.

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Agenda Report
Agenda Item 9.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
SUBJECT: Reject & Re-Bid of RFP No. 029-24 – East County Market Nights Management Services
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to reject the sole proposal and authorizes re-bidding the service with revised specifications.

BACKGROUND:

The East County Market Nights Management Services entails the management of the weekly event which is a combination of a certified farmers’ market, live music, food truck display, and beer and wine garden.

The Request for Proposal was advertised on December 6, 2023, and one proposal was received on January 11, 2024.

The sole proposal was reviewed, and the City conducted an interview with the firm.

Subsequently, City staff determined the response lacked detail in the Implementation Schedule and Cost Proposal in order for the evaluation committee to assess the offer. Therefore, staff concluded it would be in the City’s best interest to reject the proposal and re-bid the services with revised specifications.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

Rejection of the bid is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) since there is no project.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

Prepared By: Mara Romano, Purchasing Agent
Reviewed By: Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Attachments
Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. ___-24

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON

REJECTING THE PROPOSAL OF THE SOLE BIDDER FOR
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 029-24 FOR EAST COUNTY MARKET NIGHTS

WHEREAS, the Request for Proposal No. 029- 24 (the "RFP") for East County Market Nights Management Services entails the management of a proposed weekly event, which is a combination of a certified farmers’ market, live music, food truck display, and beer and wine garden; and

WHEREAS, the City of El Cajon (the "City") advertised t he RFP on December 6, 2023 and one (1) proposal was received on January 11, 2024; and

WHEREAS, after review of the sole proposal, City staff conducted an interview and subsequently determined the response lacked detail in the Implementation Schedule and Cost Proposal in order for the evaluation committee to assess the offer; and

WHEREAS, staff concluded it would be in the City’s best interest to reject the sole proposal and re-bid the services with revised specifications; and

WHEREAS, the proposed recommendation to reject the sole proposal is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act as there is no project; and

WHEREAS, the City Council concurs with staff that it would be in the City's best interest to reject the sole proposal, and to re-bid the services with revised specifications.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON AS FOLLOWS:

1. The above recitals are true and correct, and are the findings of the City Council.

2. The rejection of the sole proposal is exempt from the CEQA as there is no project.

3. The City Council hereby rejects the sole proposal received in response to the RFP, and authorizes staff to re-bid the services with revised specifications.

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Agenda Report
Agenda Item 10.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Sara Diaz, Director of Information Technology
SUBJECT: Appropriation of funds for Replacement In-Car Laptops in Police Vehicles RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council appropriates $305,100 of available IT Services Fund balance (615) for the purpose described in the report.

BACKGROUND:

El Cajon Police Department field staff utilize in-car laptops to ensure they have the most complete information regarding calls for service and critical incidents. The in-car laptops are equipped with location tracking to ensure the location of each vehicle is known to the Police Communications Center and other officers in the field at all times. Staff use the in-car laptops to draft police reports and conduct records checks directly from the field, increasing the amount of time they have available to respond to incidents.

The current in-car laptops were purchased in 2019 and are due to be replaced within the next year as per the scheduled five-year replacement schedule. The current laptops are no longer covered under manufacturer warranty.

These laptops experience extremely rough conditions, being mounted in a police vehicle and used around the clock. Over the past three months, the El Cajon IT Department has serviced an excessive number of broken laptops (up to five a day), to the point that police officers must search for a laptop to use at the start of each of their shifts. Issues impacting the current laptops include laptops not reporting GPS coordinates, which can be a safety issue for the officer. Many laptops are also missing keys, have wobbly monitors, or have monitors with missing pixels, all of which can be a distraction when trying to use the device in the field.

The purchase of replacement in-car laptops for the police department was originally planned for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. However, the El Cajon IT Department recommends the procurement be completed as soon as possible and is requesting the appropriation of funds to replace seventy (70) laptops.
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CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

The proposed purchase and replacement of in-car laptops is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) subject to section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the State CEQA Guidelines. Section 15301 provides an exemption for replacement of equipment involving negligible or no expansion of existing use.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Adequate funding is available in the IT Services Fund (615) to appropriate $305,100 to IT Services - Police, Minor Computers < $10K (615153-9020). All other expenses for in-car laptops are already budgeted in the IT Services - Police (615153) account.

Prepared By: Sara Diaz, Director of Information Technology Reviewed By: N/A
Approved By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 11.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
SUBJECT: City Council Action Plan (2024)
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council reviews the draft City Council Action Plan, provides feedback, and approves the document.

BACKGROUND:

On January 23, 2024, the City Council convened for its annual Priority-Setting Workshop. Also, on February 27th, the City Council provided additional feedback and prioritization of the goals established at the January 23rd workshop. From the City Council discussions, staff has developed a draft City Council Action Plan (CCAP) for 2024 (attached). The CCAP includes the following six categories:

City Beautification,
City Infrastructure,
Economic Development,
Homelessness,
Public Safety, and
Miscellaneous.

Between those six priorities, staff captured twenty-four Goals/Outcomes and sixty-eight Milestones/Tasks. Also, from the workshop, staff has several questions and is unsure the direction of the City Council. During the agenda item discussion, staff will seek input on:

Whether to continue to pursue a lobbyist,
Whether to plan a Financial Literacy Community Workshop, and Whether the City Council wishes to "seek technological solutions" to beautify the City??? CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

The proposed action plan provides direction on priority efforts designed to improve governmental operations, processes and infrastructure. Therefore, it is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) because it is an administrative activity of government. All future projects subject to CEQA that may result from the action plan will be assessed in accordance with CEQA. .!!!!_ Valley of Opportunity
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FISCAL IMPACT:

Fiscal impacts for each Goal/Outcome and Task/Milestone has been or will be addressed in the current or future budgets.

Prepared By: Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Reviewed By:

Approved By: N/A
Attachments
City Council Action Plan
City Council Action Plan Draft: March 12, 2024 2024

CITY BEAUTIFICATION
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
City Beautification & Improvement
Projects
Complete thirteen City beautification
and improvement projects.

PW Neighborhood Street Lights Phase 2 Construction (34) 3/24 PW Solar Project Phase 1 (PSC) 12/24
PW El Cajon Blvd. Transit Center Community Improvements Completion (Roundabout) 8/24

PW Jamacha Rd Safety Improvements Design and Construction 12/24 PW Neighborhood Street Lights Phase 3 Design and Construction (45) 7/24 PW Main Street Green Street 8/24
PW Oakdale Alameda Design and Construction 12/24
PW Cool Zones Phase 2 (Gyms) Design and
Installation 12/24

IT/PW Expand Broadband – Design and Installation 12/24 PW W. Washington Ave. Safety Improvements Design and Construction 4/25 FIRE/PW Wildfire Hazard Mitigation Plan Implementation 12/24 P&R/PW Park Amenity Project Design and Construction, including pickleball courts 6/25

FIRE/PW Fire Station 7 Design and Construction 12/25
“Tax Dollars at Work” Signage
Include signage promoting the City’s
investments in the community at
construction projects.

PW Include in all Public Works contractor specs the requirement for an 8 x 4 foot sign promoting capital improvement projects. 4/24

Landscape Awards
Create and administer a program that
awards residents and businesses for
investing in their landscaping.

CM Present to the City Council the recommended awards and a proposed budget ($16,000) for Landscape Award Program 2/24
Announce program to El Cajon residents and business owners 2/24 Announce winners at City Council meeting and at National Night Out 8/24 Illegal Dumping from Apartment
Complexes
Develop a program that addresses
illegal dumping of large items
(mattresses, furniture, etc.).

CM/PW
Hold meetings with the Southern California Rental Housing Association and EDCO to explore solutions and marketing information.
4/24

Collect data and create a heat map on illegal dumps that may be associated with apartment complexes to understand problem areas, frequency, and types of illegal dumping.
4-7/24

Using heat map, focus a program or information campaign for the most challenging areas. 9/24
Present to the City Council a report with findings and
recommendations. 12/24
Mural Project
Identify a location and muralist for a
pilot mural program that includes
resident involvement.

PW/P&R
Release RFP to secure a muralist 3/24
Select muralist 5/24
Complete mural 12/24
Sign Regulations
Update the City’s Municipal Code
sections related to sign regulations.

CD/CM
Present to the City Council a review of the City’s current sign ordinance and seek areas of concern from the City Council (i.e. complete overhaul, focus on issues such as rope lights, or consider policies related to temporary signage).
7/24

Conduct a series of business forums regarding signs and seek input. 10/24 Conduct a City Council workshop with findings from direction provided by the City Council and from the business forums. 11/24 Present to the City Council recommended changes to the Municipal Code regarding signs. 12/24
Vacant Lot Incentive Program
Present a program that incentivizes
property owners of vacant lots to
either develop or include community
amenities that add value to
neighborhoods.

CM
(fellow)
Identify focus properties that meet criteria. 5/24
Research best practices in other cities around the United States and present findings to the City Council. 8/24
Analyze grant program to landscape vacant properties and vacant lot assessment and present findings to the City Council. 10/24

CITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
Deferred Maintenance Analysis
Prepare an analysis of the City’s
deferred maintenance projects and
Capital Improvement Plan.

FIN

Present a report to the City Council on the City’s deferred maintenance program and Capital Improvement Plan and determine if additional funding is required
3/24
Pavement Management Program
Prepare an analysis of the City’s
Pavement Management Program,
including a history of pavement history
and projected projects.

PW
After re-analyzing all City streets, present to the City Council a report on the City’s Pavement Management Program including data on past and projected Pavement Condition Index (PCI).
11/24
Neighborhood Capital Improvement
Projects
Identify additional infrastructure related
capital improvement projects (up to $2
million in costs) that have a significant
and visible impact on neighborhood and
implement.

PW
Allocate $2 million from the General Fund Reserve for Neighborhood Capital Improvement Projects. 6/24
Present to the City Council possible projects to fund with the General Fund Reserve monies. 9/24

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
Parkway Plaza
With stakeholder input, develop a re-
envisioned Parkway Plaza
development plan and present it to
current owners and development
community.

CM/
CD
Present report to the City Council, including the economic analysis from Hunden Partners and possible City actions to effectuate a fiscally healthy regional mall property.
7/24
Implement possible development strategies. 8/24
Signs & Façade Improvement Grant
Administer the Sign & Façade
Improvement Grant program.

CM
Launch and market the Sign & Façade Improvement Grant program. 3/24 Present a report to the City Council on completion or progress of the program. 9/24
Downtown Project
Initiate a downtown catalyst
development project
CM

Develop a plan for the reimagining of the civic center space and adjoining properties. 10/24
Complete Steps 1 & 2 of Surplus Land Act requirements related to City-owned property in the downtown area. 11/24
Reach out to adjacent private property owners in the project area, solicit interest, and begin designing a “public-private partnership” for interested parties.
10/24
Enhance Developer/Applicant
Experience
Analyze opportunities to improve the
developer and permit applicant
experience making El Cajon the
easiest place to develop.

CD/CM
Secure a SDSU study of the City’s developer/application process and present report to the City Council. 5/24
Host semi-annual Developer/Real Estate Broker roundtables discussions. 7/24
East County Market Nights
Create a signature regional event in El
Cajon’s downtown that will attract
thousands of weekly visitors to a
farmers market, live entertainment,
prepared food, and crafts.

CM
Complete the procurement process and present vendor and budget to the City Council for consideration. 5/24
If vendor is selected, launch inaugural Market Night event. 8/24 Economic Development Manager
Present creation of an Economic
Development Manager to oversee the
City’s economic development strategic
plan and vision.

CM/Fin
As part of the budget approval process, present to the City Council an option to create the position, including purpose of the position, duties, proposed outcomes, and cost.

On-Hold
Analysis of Downtown Property
Based Improvement District (PBID)
Implement certain findings from the
PBID analysis.

CM
Present the findings from the analysis of the PBID to the City Council and obtain direction. 2/24
Implement direction from the City Council. 12/24

HOMELESSNESS
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
Documentary on El Cajon’s
Homeless Successes & Challenges
Create a documentary highlighting
successes with City’s homeless
programs, focusing on individuals as
well as challenges the City faces,
including policies out of El Cajon’s
control and lack of transparency on
homeless spending in the region.

CM Produce and promote the documentary. 12/24

Promote El Cajon’s Homeless
Programs
Continue to promote the work the City
is doing in the area of homelessness.

Continue to market programs that the City provides, present semi- annual reports to the City Council, and inform residents and businesses of the efforts being made by the City.

Ongoing

PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
Fire/Medical Response Coverage
Implement direction from February 22,
2024 City Council workshop to add a
24-hour staff fire engine to Station 8
and begin exploring sites for a fifth fire
station in the City. Fire/CM
Conduct a City Council workshop on the Fire/Medical Response Coverage study 2/24
Implement direction from the City Council workshop on short-term objectives. 8/24
Continue to reduce calls run to convalescent homes, skilled nursing facilities, and other congregate care facilities by another 10% by December 31, 2024 from the previous year through increased outreach efforts and possible penalties.
12/24
Curb Excessive Speeding on City
streets
Through enforcement, education, and
engineering, implement a
comprehensive strategy to enforce
speed limits throughout the City. PD/PW
Identify areas in which speeding occurs regularly and deploy resources to address enforcement in those areas. 4/24 Report to the City Council on speed enforcement efforts in 2023. 5/24 Three months saturation enforcement and study, identify data that can help in developing an education campaign to targeted audiences. 6/24
Maximized for
summer

Complete the W. Washington Avenue and the Jamacha Road Safety Improvements project (see City Beautification category). 4/25

MISCELLANEOUS
Goal/Outcome Dept. Milestones/Tasks Target Dates
Veterans Memorial
Working with the community and
stakeholders, identify a location,
design, and funding plan for the
establishment of a new Veterans
Memorial.

RS
Release RFP for Memorial Artist/Consultant. 3/24
Seek Stakeholder Feedback regarding Memorial Artist. 7/24 Present proposed design to the City Council and seek direction on funding options. 9/24
Procure services of a memorial developer. 10/24
Short-Term Rental
Conducting a workshop to discuss
issues related to short-term rentals,
examples of policies implemented in
other communities, and provide
direction (if necessary) to staff.

CD/CM/
Fin

Host a City Council workshop (perhaps a joint Planning
Commission/City Council workshop) to discuss data and issues related to short-term rentals, along with possible policies for City Council consideration. Workshop would include data such as known number operating in the City, calls for service (if known) and type (noise), potential loss revenue, and what other cities are doing. 10/24
Relying on feedback from workshop, develop policies and present to the Planning Commission (if required) and to the City Council for consideration.
12/24
Planning Study for the E. Main Street
Area (between Madison Avenue and
Walter Way)
Prepare a mixed-use overlay plan for
the area, including public outreach and
input, California Environmental Quality
Act analysis, and consideration for
adoption. The cost for such a study is
approximately $400,000 and will take
about 18 months to complete.

CD
Present the option to appropriate $400,000 from the General Fund reserve to select a consulting firm to prepare a needs assessment, collect data, engage in community feedback and input, and draft the plan.
6/24
If appropriated, complete procurement process. 8/24
Present draft Specific Plan to the Planning Commission. 11/25 Present draft Specific Plan to the City Council. 12/25

City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 12.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Mayor Wells
SUBJECT: Council Activity Report
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council accepts and files the following report of Council/Mayor activities attended during the current agenda period.

BACKGROUND:

Government Code Section 53232.3(d) requires members of a legislative body to provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency at the next regular meeting of the legislative body. This City Administrative Activity is not a project and therefore not subject to CEQA.

REPORT:

Since the last City Council meeting, I have attended the following events on behalf of the City of El Cajon:

February 23, 2024 – Interview with Fox News National
February 23, 2024 – Interview with Fox 5
February 23, 2024 – Interview with KOGO
February 24, 2024 – Interview with KUSI
February 25, 2024 – San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan Press Conference February 26, 2024 – Interview with KUSI
February 27, 2024 – Interview with One America News
February 28, 2024 – Interview with Fox Business
February 28, 2024 – Dan Ball Show
February 29, 2024 – SANDAG Regional Planning Committee Meeting March 6, 2024 – Interview with KUSI
March 6, 2024 – Dan Ball Show
March 6, 2024 – Stella Escobedo Show
March 6, 2024 – Mark Larson Show
March 12, 2024 – City Council Meeting(s)
I am available to answer questions.

Submitted By: Bill Wells, Mayor
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 13.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Councilmember Goble
SUBJECT: COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE
MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council accepts and files the following report of Council/Mayor activities attended during the current agenda period.

BACKGROUND:

REPORT:

Since the last City Council meeting, I have attended the following events on behalf of the City of El Cajon:

February 21, 2024 - Emails with Justin H re: Forester Creek encampment February 22, 2024 - Emails with Ariana @ SANDAG re: Freeway Patrol February 25, 2024 - Prop J Meeting
February 26, 2024 - Emails with Henry A. re: Airport Transit Connection February 29, 2024 - SANDAG MWG Tour of Coast Guard station February 29, 2024 - Emails with City Manager re: staffing February 29, 2024 - Emails with Curt C. re: interview
March 1, 2024 - Chamber 1st Friday Breakfast
March 4, 2024 - Prop J Meeting
March 5, 2024 - Lunch with Dianne J. re: El Cajon happenings March 7, 2024 - Attend MTS Exec & Budget Committees, and Employee Appreciation events March 9, 2024 - Attend Arbor Day Ceremony
March 11, 2024 - Meeting with City Manager
March 12, 2024 - City Council Meeting(s)
I am available to answer questions.
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Submitted By: Steve Goble, Councilmember
City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 14.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Councilmember Kendrick
SUBJECT: COUNCILMEMBER GARY KENDRICK
METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council accepts and files the following report of Council/Mayor activities attended during the current agenda period.

BACKGROUND:

REPORT:

Since the last City Council meeting, I have attended the following events on behalf of the City of El Cajon:

March 7, 2024 – Metro Wastewater JPA Meeting
March 12, 2024 – City Council Meeting(s)
I am available to answer questions.

Submitted By: Gary Kendrick, Councilmember
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 15.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Councilmember Metschel
SUBJECT: COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL
Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO
Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council accepts and files the following report of Council/Mayor activities attended during the current agenda period.

BACKGROUND:

REPORT:

Since the last City Council meeting, I have attended the following events on behalf of the City of El Cajon:

February 29, 2024 - Spoke at Grossmont College
March 2, 2024 - Spoke and presented certificate at March for Life at Prescott Promenade March 5, 2024 - Harry Griffen Park JPA Meeting
March 9, 2024 - Arbor Day events at Wells Park
March 12, 2024 - City Council Meeting(s)
I am available to answer questions.

Submitted By: Michelle Metschel, Councilmember
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 16.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Deputy Mayor Ortiz
SUBJECT: DEPUTY MAYOR PHIL ORTIZ
League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council accepts and files the following report of Council/Mayor activities attended during the current agenda period.

BACKGROUND:

REPORT:

Since the last City Council meeting, I have attended the following events on behalf of the City of El Cajon:

February 28, 2024 – Prop J Meeting
March 9, 2024 – Fix Prop 47 Event
March 11, 2024 – League of California Cities Meeting
March 12, 2024 – City Council Meeting(s)
I am available to answer questions.

Submitted By: Phil Ortiz, Deputy Mayor
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 17.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Phil Ortiz, Deputy Mayor and Steve Goble, City Councilmember SUBJECT: Modifying Regulations Related to Fences in Residential Zones RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council directs staff to analyze Municipal Code 17.130.170 regarding fence regulations and refer a recommendation to the Planning Commission and then the City Council for consideration.

BACKGROUND:

Municipal Code 17.130.170 regulates fences, walls, and hedges. The section indicates that fences along the front of a residential property should not be taller than 42 inches (3.5 feet).

The Code allows for fences to exceed that height requirement as long as the fence is not taller than six feet and that the area above 42 inches be 90% open to view. The code then expressly states that any fence above the 42 inches and less than six feet should be wrought iron. We believe that there are other materials, other than wrought iron, that meet the 90% open to view criteria, that should be allowed in the Municipal Code. We recommend that the City Council direct staff to analyze this Code section and refer a recommendation to the Planning Commission and then the City Council for consideration.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:

The City Council's direction is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act in accordance with section 15262 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it only requires an analysis or study for a possible future action.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

Prepared By: Phil Ortiz, Deputy Mayor and Steve Goble, City Councilmember Reviewed By: N/A
Approved By: N/A
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 18.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: City Clerk
FROM: City Attorney/General Legal Counsel
SUBJECT: Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6:

Agency Designated Representatives:

Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Clay Schoen, Director of Finance
Marisol Thorn, Director of Human Resources
Morgan Foley, City Attorney
Employee Organizations
:

El Cajon Police Officers' Association
El Cajon Police Officers' Association Management Group
RECOMMENDATION:

That the following Closed Session be scheduled for the Joint City Council / Housing Authority / Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6:

Agency Designated Representatives
:

Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Clay Schoen, Director of Finance
Marisol Thorn, Director of Human Resources
Morgan Foley, City Attorney
Employee Organizations
:

El Cajon Police Officers' Association
El Cajon Police Officers' Association Management Group
Morgan L. Foley
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City Attorney/General Legal Counsel
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City Council
Agenda Report
Agenda Item 19.

DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: City Clerk
FROM: City Attorney/General Legal Counsel
SUBJECT: Closed Session - Conference with Real Property Negotiators - pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8:

Property:

APN 487-331-22-00
425 W. Main Street

Negotiating Party
:

Jala, Inc.

Hitesh C. Patel, CEO

City Negotiators
:

City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney

Under Negotiation
:

Price and terms of payment for acquisition of property
RECOMMENDATION:

That the following Closed Session be scheduled for the Joint City Council / Housing Authority / Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8.

Conference with real property negotiators is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is a procedural, administrative step in the process.

Morgan L. Foley
City Attorney/General Legal Counsel
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El Cajon City CouncilMarch 12, 2024

El Cajon City Council
March 12, 2024