JOINT MEETING OF THE
EL CAJON CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING
The Valley of Opportunity
AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE EL CAJON
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MINUTES
CITY OF EL CAJON
EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA
December 10, 2024
A Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency, held Tuesday, December 10, 2024, was called to order by Mayor/Chair Bill Wells at 3:01 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, California.
ROLL CALL
Council/Agencymembers present: Goble, Kendrick, and Metschel Council/Agencymembers absent: None
Deputy Mayor/Vice Chair present: Ortiz
Mayor/Chair present:
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 Adjournment of the November 12, 2024, meeting, the Special meeting of November 19, 2024, and the Agenda of the December 10, 2024, meeting in accordance with State Law and El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Policy. loint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority, December 10, 2024 successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 225 - 3:00 p.m.
NOVEMBER 5, 2024 - GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION - CERTIFICATE OF
RESULTS OF CANVASS
1. Official Results of the 2024 General Municipal Election RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, declaring the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election for the election of three Members of the City Council of the City of El Cajon: one Member each for District Two, District Three, and District Four, each serving a full four-year term to expire December 2028; and adopt Ordinance No. 5145 - Measure J, to impose a Transaction and Use Tax effective the first day following the expiration of the current one-half cent Transaction and Use Tax, for an additional 20-year term (i.e., expiring March 31, 2049).
DISCUSSION
The City Clerk recited the results of the Canvass of the Election for three Members of the City Council of the City of El Cajon: one Member each for District Two, District Three, and District Four, and adopt Ordinance No. 5145 - Measure J to impose a Transaction and Use Tax effective the first day following the expiration of the current one-half cent Transaction and Use Tax.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to ADOPT Resolution No. 179-24 declaring the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election for the election of three Members of the City Council of the City of El Cajon: one Member each for District Two, District Three, and District Four, each serving a full four-year term to expire December 2028; and adopt Ordinance No. 5145 - Measure J, to impose a Transaction and Use Tax effective the first day following the expiration of the current one-half cent Transaction and Use Tax, for an additional 20-year term (i.e., expiring March 31, 2049).
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO MICHELLE METSCHEL
Remarks by Councilmember Metschel
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO STEVE GOBLE
Remarks by Councilmember Goble
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO PHIL ORTIZ
Remarks by Councilmember Ortiz
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Recess called at 3:13 p.m.
Meeting called back to order 3:31 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamation: Chief of Police Michael Moulton
• Presentation: Christian Wallis, CEO, Grossmont Healthcare District AGENDA CHANGES:
City Attorney Foley requested that the City Council consider an alternate Resolution for Item 17 - Purchase of Grapple Truck, to purchase the equipment directly from Petersen Industries, Inc., rather than Municipal Maintenance Equipment, Inc., (MMEI), due to MMEI not having a registration with System for Award Management, as required.
City Attorney Foley announced that an additional Resolution for Item 13 - 2024 Investment Policy Update, for the El Cajon Housing Authority, is required and was presented for City Council consideration.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to ACCEPT the Changes to the Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
CONSENT ITEMS: (2 - 17)
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to APPROVE Consent Items 1 to 17.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
Minutes of El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meetings
Approve Minutes of the November 12, 2024 Meeting, and November 19, 2024 Special Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
Warrants
Approve payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
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CONSENT ITEMS: (Continued)
4. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only
Approve the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
Acceptance and Termination of Emergency Declaration for Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities
Adopt Resolution No. 180-24, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Damage Repairs to Public Facilities and Termination of the Emergency Declaration.
6. Acceptance and Termination of Emergency Declaration for Sewer System Repairs
Adopt Resolution No. 181-24, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Sewer System Repairs on Graves Avenue and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Sewer System Repairs.
Acceptance of Slurry Seal (Various Locations) Multi-year Contract :
1. Accept the Slurry Seal (Various Locations) Multi-year contract; and
2. Authorize the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
Fiscal Year 2023-24 El Cajon Housing Authority Annual Report (pursuant to California Health and Safety Code §34176.1)
El Cajon Housing Authority review and accept the Annual Report, substantially in the form as presented, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.
9. Fiscal Year 2024-25 CDBG Mid-Year Budget Amendments
1. Modify Fiscal Year 2024-2025 appropriations as detailed in the report;
2. Allocate, appropriate, and expend $25,695 in CDBG funds to the NSL 2024 Project (Engineering Services Project #253844PWCP);
3. Allocate, appropriate, and expend project funds including $52,561.91 for the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program (C1123);
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CONSENT ITEMS: (Item 9 - Continued)
4. Allocate, appropriate, and expend $4,005 in CDBG Program Income funds and $2,318 in HOME Program Income funds for program administration costs (C1116/H1120), and an additional $20,859 for the Housing Pool of Funds (HPOOL); and
5. Approve contract change order No. 1 for the Neighborhood Streetlights Improvement (NSL) 2023 Project (Engineering Services Project No. 233/84PWCP) Bid No. 030-24, Purchase Order No. 22400345 in the amount of $225,950 to T&M Electric, Inc. dba Perry Electric, for the installation of needed streetlights in low-income residential areas.
10. Award of Bid No. 021-25 - Street Striping & Traffic Safety Calming Adopt Resolution No. 182-24, to Approve the Plans and Specifications for Street Striping & Traffic Safety Calming, Bid No. 021-25; and Adopt Resolution No. 183-24 to Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Statewide Stripes, Inc., in the amount of $312,881.25, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
11. Replacement of Damaged Message Board Trailer
Adopt Resolution No. 184-24, to Appropriate $25,000 of Gas Tax Fund equity to increase the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Gas Tax Vehicle Replacement (211595) annual budget; and Authorize the Capital Outlay of $25,000 for the replacement of the message board trailer described in the report.
12. September 30, 2024 Quarterly Treasurer's Report
Receive the Treasurer's Report for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.
13. 2024 Investment Policy Update
Adopt Resolution No. 185-24 and the El Cajon Housing Authority Adopt Resolution No.
ECHA-41, to adopt the City of El Cajon Investment Policy and delegate investment authorities to the Director of Finance/Authority Treasurer.
14. Purchase of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones)
Adopt Resolution No. 186-24, to authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute a purchase agreement with RMUS, LLC dba Rocky Mountain Unmanned Systems (RMUS) for the purchase of Skydio X10 drones in the amount of $181,362.41 in accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code section 3.20.130(A)(2).
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CONSENT ITEMS: (Continued)
15. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Pay Rate Cleanup Language Approve and authorize the terms and conditions of the Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters (ECPFF).
16. 405 E. Lexington Avenue ARPA Project Reclassification Approve the reclassification of a recently-entered into agreement with the Chaldean Community Council for building improvements at 405E. Lexington Avenue from ARP20 to a new and separate ARP27 project.
ITEM Information reflects changes made under Agenda Changes:
17. Purchase of Grapple Truck
Adopts Resolution No. 187-24 to:
1. Authorize the Purchasing Agent to waive the bidding requirements in accordance with El Cajon Municipal Code section 3.20.010(C)(5) and issue a sole source solicitation in compliance with federal regulations;
2. Award a purchase order in the not-to-exceed amount of $322,000 to Petersen Industries, Inc.; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to approve any modifications not to exceed $100,000.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Brenda Hammond encouraged citizens to accept the results of the 2024 Presidential Election and get along with each other.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Amendments to the El Cajon Municipal Code (Title 16 and Title 17) & Specific Plan No. 182
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Opens the Public Hearing and considers public testimony;
2. Closes the Public Hearing; and
3. Directs staff to prepare ordinances for introduction at the January 14, 2025, City Council meeting.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: (Item 18 - Continued)
DISCUSSION
Deputy Director of Community Development, Noah Alvey, provided detailed information of the Item.
Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
• Conditions to add Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) to exiting structures; • Residential care facilities;
• Clarification regarding septic tanks that still exist in the City limits; • Sewer capacities for new development;
• Single family zones;
• Conditions to allow a church structure in residential zones; • Businesses with non-conforming lights on their windows; • Size of new bars coming into the city; and
• Sign Holiday regulations.
Mayor Wells opened the Public Hearing.
No public comment was received for the Item.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to CLOSE the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to PREPARE Ordinances to be introduced on January 14, 2025 with Amendments to the El Cajon Municipal Code (Title 16 and Title 17) & Specific Plan No. 182, with provisions to eliminate colored lights on storefronts; and to give the City Council the authority to allow for larger square footage than the limitation of 2500 sq. ft., to new on-sale only alcoholic beverage establishments.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
19. CDBG 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan Amendment
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Opens the Public Hearing and accepts public testimony for the adoption of the substantial amendment to the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan ("AAP"');
2. Closes the Public Hearing;
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3. Authorizes the de-appropriation of closed CDBG funded Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) (213021PWCP and 223742PWCP) and the CDBG funding sources (C1093 and C1105);
4. Approves a substantial amendment to the AAP to re-allocate $160,000 in available Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") unallocated funds to the FY 2024-2025 Wells Park Community Center Improvement Project;
5. Increases the appropriation to the FY 2024-2025 Budget to add the Wells Park Community Center Improvement Project and approves the allocation and expenditure of CDBG funds in the amount of $160,000 to the new established projects (C1153/251153PRCP) and the remaining balance of $15,683.10 to be reallocated (CUNAL;
6. Authorizes the City Manager or designee to submit the substantial amendment adiant to healetons an execute no mister ocuments and
7. Adopts the next Resolution, in order, approving the actions detailed in the report.
DISCUSSION
Senior Management Analyst, Deyanira Pelayo-Brito, provided a summary of the Item.
Mayor Wells opened the Public Hearing.
No public comment was received for the Item.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to CLOSE the Public Hearing.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to ADOPT Resolution No. 188-24, authorizing the de-appropriation of closed CDBG funded Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) (213021PWCP and 223742PWCP) and the CDBG funding sources (C1093 and C1105); Approves a substantial amendment to the AAP to re-allocate $160,000 in available Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") unallocated funds to the FY 2024- 2025 Wells Park Community Center Improvement Project; Increases the appropriation to the FY 2024-2025 Budget to add the Wells Park Community Center Improvement Project and approves the allocation and expenditure of CDBG funds in the amount of $160,000 to the new established projects (C1153/251153PRCP) and the remaining balance of $15,683.10 to be reallocated (CUNAL); Authorizes the City Manager or designee to submit the substantial amendment as detailed in the report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"), to Joint Meeting: El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/ December 10, 2024 Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - 232 - 3:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: (Item 19 - Continued)
make any necessary and needed corrections or adjustments to the allocations and to execute the affiliated documents.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
20. Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council selects a Mayor Pro Tem, for the 2025 calendar year, according to the El Cajon Municipal Code.
DISCUSSION
City Manager Mitchell provided detailed information of the Item.
No public comment was received for the Item.
MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY GOBLE, to APPOINT City Council Member, Gary Kendrick as Mayor Pro Tem for the 2025 calendar year, according to the El Cajon Municipal Code.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
21. Updates to City Council Policy A-29
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Approves the changes to City Council Policy A-29 described below and reflected in the attached document; and
2. Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to approve the amendment request to the employee CaPERS Classic member contributions for the Police Chief.
DISCUSSION
Human Resource Director, Marisol Thorn, and City Manager Mitchell provided detailed information of the Item.
No public comment was received for the Item.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (Item 21 - Continued)
MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to Approve the changes to City Council Policy A-29 described and reflected in the report; anc ADOPT Resolution No. 189-24, to approve the amendment request to the employee CaPERS Classic member contributions for the Police Chief.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
22. Acceptance of Wells Park Improvements - Storm Water Treatment & Landscaping
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Accepts the Wells Park Improvements - Storm Water Treatment & Landscaping project (203700PWCP), Bid No. 009-24; and
2. Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
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:
• Cost of project;
• Landscape architecture; and
• Basins to prevent water accumulation during storms.
MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY METSCHEL, to ACCEPT the Wells Park Improvements - Storm Water Treatment & Landscaping project (203700PWCP), Bid No. 009-24; and Authorize the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
COMMISSION REPORTS: None
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SANDAG (San Diego Association of Governments) Board of Directors.
23. Council Activities Report/Comments
Report as submitted.
24. City Council Assignments
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council approves City Council assignments (as identified in the report to various boards and commissions representing El Cajon.
No public comment was received for the Item.
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to APPROVE the City Council assignments (as identified in the report) to various boards and commissions representing El Cajon.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
ACTIVITIES REPORTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
25. 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.
Council Activities Report/Comments.
In addition to the submitted report, Councilmember Goble stated that he met with Pastor Slate at the sleeping cabins at Meridian Church on December 9, 2024.
26. COUNCILMEMBER GARY KENDRICK
METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
Council Activities Report/Comments.
Report as submitted.
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ACTIVITIES REPORTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
27. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL
Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; Heartland Communications - Alternate; Heartland Training JPA - Alternate; METRO
Commission/Wastewater JPA - Alternate.
Council Activities Report/Comments.
In addition to the submitted report, Councilmember Metschel stated that she attended the East County Economic Development Council at Gillespie Field.
28. 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.
Council Activities Report/Comments.
In addition to the submitted report, Councilmember Ortiz praised the video provided by the City with information and updates regarding the fuel tanker spill on Fletcher Parkway.
JOINT COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS:
29. Discussion and Direction Regarding an Ordinance to Prohibit the Sale of Vaping Devices Disguised as Other Objects
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council considers directing staff to prepare an ordinance that would prohibit the sale of vaping products disguised as common household items within the City.
DISCUSSION
Councilmember Kendrick provided detailed information of the Item.
Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
• Vaping devices marketed towards underage consumers;
• Request to increase the penalties for tobacco violators; • Request for a list of which stores are selling to minors; and • Protocol for using decoys.
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JOINT COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS: (Item 29 - Continued)
Rebecca Branstetter, representing CASA, spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance.
Direction provided to staff, no Motion needed for the item.
30. Federal Immigration Law
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council directs staff to prepare a resolution declaring the City of El Cajon's intent to comply with federal immigration laws and to seek formal guidance from the California Attorney General on El Cajon's rights to protect its citizens.
DISCUSSION
Mayor Wells provided detailed information of the Item.
No public comment was received for the Item.
Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the following:
• Request for clarification regarding should the City follow State or Federal law in regards to immigration laws;
• Possibility of declaring the City of El Cajon as a non-sanctuary City; and • Opposition to arresting 'good' citizens who are in the city illegally.
Direction provided to staff, no Motion needed for the Item.
GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: None
ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
31. Introduction of Ordinance to Renew and Approve Policy 706 Military Equipment Use, 2024 Edition
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council moves to introduce the next Ordinance, in order, and directs the City Clerk to read the Ordinance by title only.
DISCUSSION
City Attorney Foley provided a summary of the Item.
No public comment was received for the Item.
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ORDINANCES: FIRST READING (Item 31 - Continued)
MOTION BY ORTIZ, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to INTRODUCE the
Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
The City Clerk recited the title of the ordinance for a first reading.
AN ORDINANCE REVIEWING AND APPROVING
ORDINANCE 5119 TO RENEW RESTRICTIONS RELATING
TO PURCHASE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, OR
OTHER PROPERTY FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT USE;
APPROVING THE EL CAJON POLICE DEPARTMENT'S
ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT REPORT FOR 2024 AND
APPROVING POLICY 706 MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE, 2024 EDITION ORDINANCES: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
32. Amendment to the El Cajon Municipal Code Chapter 6.12 of Title 6 regarding dogs in the Superblock Area of El Cajon
RECOMMENDATION:
That Mayor Wells requests the City Clerk to recite the title.
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Cajon, California, repealing Section
6.12.150 of Chapter 6.12 of Title 6 of the El Cajon Municipal Code, to permit dogs in the Superblock Area of El Cajon.
This project is exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption. The common sense exemption applies where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. The proposed amendment does not result in any development or changes to the physical environment and does not raise this project to a level of significance that warrants CEQA analysis.
DISCUSSION
No public comment was received for the Item.
The City Clerk recited the title of the ordinance for a second reading.
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ORDINANCES: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION (Item 32 - Continued)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA
REPEALING SECTION 6.12.150 OF CHAPTER 6.12
OF TITLE 6 OF THE EL CAJON MUNICIPAL CODE
TO PERMIT DOGS IN THE SUPERBLOCK AREA OF EL CAJON
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to ADOPT Ordinance No. 5143, Repealing Section 6.12.150 of Chapter 6.12 of Title 6 of The El Cajon Municipal Code To Permit Dogs In The Superblock Area of El Cajon.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
33. Amendment to the El Cajon Municipal Code Chapter 8.32 - Regulation of Smoking and Secondhand Smoke in Certain Public Areas of El Cajon RECOMMENDATION:
That Mayor Wells requests the City Clerk to recite the title.
An Ordinance to Amend Sections 8.32.010, 8.32.020 and 8.32.030 of Chapter 8.32 of Title 8 of the El Cajon Municipal Code, Relating to Regulation of Smoking and Secondhand Smoke in Certain Public Areas and Places of Employment, and to Amend Section 8.33.090 (A)(5) of Chapter 8.33 of Title 8 of the El Cajon Municipal Code, relating to Licensure of Tobacco Retailers.
The proposed ordinance amendment is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) as it is an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
DISCUSSION
Donna Colbert, representing CASA, spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance.
The City Clerk recited the title of the ordinance for a second reading.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS 8.32.010, 8.32.020 and 8.32.030 OF CHAPTER 8.32 OF TITLE 8 OF THE EL CAJON MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO REGULATION OF SMOKING AND SECONDHAND SMOKE
IN CERTAIN PUBLIC AREAS AND PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT, AND
TO AMEND SUBSECTION 8.33.090(A)(5) OF CHAPTER 8.33 OF
TITLE 8 OF THE EL CAJON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
LICENSURE OF TOBACCO RETAILERS
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MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY KENDRICK, to ADOPT Ordinance No. 5144 to Amend Sections 8.32.010, 8.32.020 and 8.32.030 of Chapter
8.32 of Title 8 of The El Cajon Municipal Code Relating to Regulation of Smoking And Secondhand Smoke In Certain Public Areas And Places of Employment, and to Amend Subsection 8.33.090(A)(5) of Chapter 8.33 of Title 8 of The El Cajon Municipal Code Relating to Licensure of Tobacco Retailers.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
34. Impose a Transactions and Use Tax to be Administered by the State Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Mayor Wells requests the City Clerk to recite the title.
An Ordinance of the City of El Cajon Imposing a Transactions and Use Tax to be Administered by the State Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
The proposed ordinance amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4). The tax is a government fiscal activity which does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.
DISCUSSION
No public comment was received for the Item.
The City Clerk recited the title of the ordinance for a second reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL CAJON IMPOSING A
TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE
STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to ADOPT Ordinance
No. 5145, Imposing a Transactions and Use Tax to Be
Administered By The State Department of Tax and Fee
Administration.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
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CLOSED SESSIONS:
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency adjourns to Closed Session as follows:
35. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: City of El Cajon vs. William H. Moore and Terry L. Moore;
Superior Court of California, County of San Diego;
Case No.: 37-2022-00044523-CU-OR-CTL
City Attorney announced that Councilmember Metschel is disqualified from participating in Item 35, due to her residence being within 500 ft. from the subject property.
36. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: City of El Cajon vs. Jessica Deddeh and Bessmon Kalasho, et al.; Superior Court of California, County of San Diego;
Case No.: 37-2023-00052718-CU-OR-CTL
37. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: David Matthews v. City of El Cajon; Helix Water District; and Does 1-20; Superior Court of California, County of San Diego;
Case No.: 37-2023-00035502-CU-PO-CTL
MOTION BY WELLS, SECOND BY ORTIZ, to ADJOURN to Closed
Session at 5:32 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
RECONVENED to Open Session at 5:55 p.m.
City Attorney Foley reported the following actions:
35. Direction provided to the City Attorney (METSCHEL - Disqualified).
36. Direction provided to the City Attorney
37. Direction provided to Legal Counsel
Adjournment: Mayor Wells adjourned the Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency
Redevelopment Agency held this 10th day of December, 2024, at 5:56 p.m., to Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
ANGELA L. CORTEZ, CMC
City Clerk/Secretary
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