City Council - November 14, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda Items can be taken out of order during the meeting.
The Agenda Items were considered in the order presented.
Mayor Arapostathis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
1.1 INVOCATION - VICE MAYOR LOTHIAN
Public Comments:
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Public Comments:
2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Public Comments:
There were no comments.
3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS
Public Comments:
The Mayor, Council and staff made announcements and reported on various events taking place in the City. No action was taken.
4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
Public Comments:
There were no additions or deletions to the agenda.
5. PRESENTATIONS
Public Comments:
5.1 BUDGET MONITORING REPORT
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Public Comments
1. Memo_QTR1 Budget Monitoring Report.pdf
2. Attachment A - 2023-2024 Q1 BMR.pdf
3. 2023-2024 Budget Monitoring Report Quarter 1_PowerPoint.pdf Finance Director Royales reported on the national, state and local economic outlook, sales tax revenues, and the performance of the City’s General Fund for the quarter ending September 30, 2023.
5.2 CITY TREASURER'S QUARTERLY REPORT
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Treasurer's Report 09-30-23 Part 1.pdf
2. Attachment A - Treasurer’s Report 09-30-23.pdf
3. Attachment B - Treasurer’s Report 09-30-23.pdf
4. Treasurer's Report_PowerPoint.pdf
City Treasurer Strabone made a presentation regarding the investment earnings for the quarter ending September 30, 2023.
5.3 POLICE CHIEF'S QUARTERLY OPERATIONS REPORT
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Memo_LMPD Quarterly Report Q3.pdf
2. Attachment A - La Mesa Police Department 3rd Quarter Report 2023.pdf
3. PD Quarterly Operations Report Quarter 3_PowerPoint.pdf Chief Sweeney presented the crime statistics for the quarter ending September 30, 2023, explained the statistics in the various crime categories and highlighted recently solved cases. Chief Sweeney reviewed the various community outreach activities that took place and recognized the new Police Department team members.
Following Council questions and comments, no action was taken.
5.4 PRESENTATION FROM OCEANA ON SINGLE USE PLASTICS
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Single Use Plastics Presentation.pdf
Melissa Morris, Oceana Field Representative, Southern California, provided a PowerPoint Presentation on single use plastics, highlighting the problem, how plastic ends up in the ocean, annual production of plastics, percentage of global plastic production by industrial sectors, chemicals associated with plastic found in human blood, urine and tissues, recycling as an inadequate solution for plastic, the possibility of life without plastic, and plastic ordinances adopted by cities in San Diego County.
Following Council questions and comments, no action was taken.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
Public Comments:
Brenda Hammond spoke regarding being a community member of all the east county cities.
Susan Roberts-Egley spoke regarding the Veterans East County Alliance (VECA) and the Veterans Awards Luncheon of Recognition scheduled for Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the rooftop of Jamul Casino from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Bonnie Baranoff spoke regarding the East Region Runaway & Homeless Youth Walk & Rally scheduled for Thursday, November 16, 2023, starting at the Little House Family Resource Services in El Cajon at 10:00 a.m. Bonnie Baranoff also encouraged the Council and community members to volunteer for the WeAllCount Annual Homeless Census scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES
Public Comments:
Councilmember Parent announced he had a potential conflict of interest on Item 9.7 under Government Code Section 87100.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
Public Comments:
Bonnie Baranoff spoke on Consent Calendar Item 9.5.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Public Comments:
(Items 9.1 through 9.10)
*If a public hearing item is part of the Consent Calendar, the public hearing shall be deemed held if the item is not removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and possible action (Items 9.6 and 9.7).
Moved By
Mayor Arapostathis
Seconded By
Councilmember Parent
Approve Consent Calendar Items 9.1 through 9.10, except for Item 9.7.
For (5)
Mayor Arapostathis, Councilmember Shu, Councilmember Parent, Councilmember Dillard, and Vice Mayor Lothian Approved (5 to 0)
9.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING Public Comments:
Approve.
9.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING HELD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - City Council Special Meeting (Closed Session)_Oct24_2023.pdf Approve.
9.3 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CCM_Oct24_2023.pdf
Approve.
9.4 RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THE AMENDED CITY OF LA MESA COMPENSATION PLANS Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Class and Compensation Plan Amendment 2023-11-14.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution A _Amended Compensation Plan FY23-24.pdf
3. Attachment B - FY 23-24 Amended Compensation Plan 2023-11-14.pdf
4. Attachment C - Resolution B_Amended Comp Plan Minimum Wage Increase 2023-11-14.pdf
5. Attachment D - 2024 Min Wage Increase.pdf
Adopt Resolutions.
a.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AMENDED CITY OF LA MESA COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 LISTING POSITIONS, SALARY RANGES/BANDS, AND PAY STEPS Public Comments:
INCLUDING NEW CLASSIFICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED SALARY BANDS FOR DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES,
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER, AND RECORDS TECHNICIAN
Resolution No. 2023-122
Adopt Resolution.
b.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AMENDED CITY OF LA MESA COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2024, INCLUDING POSITIONS AFFECTED BY THE MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-123
Adopt Resolution.
9.5 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE REGIONAL TASK FORCE ON THE HOMELESS FISCAL YEAR 2023 SUPER NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY; ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS IF AWARDED; AND APPOINTING THE CITY MANAGER Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Resolution Authorizing Grant Application.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution.pdf
OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ALL AGREEMENTS AND ANY AMENDMENTS Resolution No. 2023-124
Adopt Resolution.
9.6 *PROJECT 2023-2346 (MACDOUGALL) - A REQUEST TO DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4987 COLINA DRIVE, APN 494-120-34-00 AND 494-130-16-00 AS A HISTORIC LANDMARK AND ESTABLISH A PROPERTY PRESERVATION (MILLS ACT) AGREEMENT FOR THE SITE Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Project 2023-2346 (4987 Colina Dr) Historic Landmark and Mills Act Council.pdf
2. Attachment A - Draft Resolution Approving Landmark Designation Project 2023-2346.pdf
3. Attachment B - Draft Resolution Approving Mills Act Agreement Project 2023-2346.pdf
4. Attachment C - HPC Resolution Recommending Landmark Designation.pdf
5. Attachment D - Resolution Recommending Mills Act Agreement Project 2023-2346.pdf
6. Attachment E - Historic Resources Inventory Worksheet Project 2023-2346.pdf
7. Attachment F - Assessor Parcel Map Sheets.pdf
8. Attachment G - Landmark Nomination Report Project 2023-2346.pdf Adopt Resolutions.
a.
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE CHARLOTTE AND JOHN E. KING HOUSE AT 4987 COLINA DRIVE, APN 494-120-34-00 AND 494-130-16-00 AS A HISTORIC LANDMARK Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-125
Adopt Resolution.
b.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A HISTORIC LANDMARK PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNER OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK KNOWN AS THE CHARLOTTE AND JOHN E. KING HOUSE LOCATED AT 4987 COLINA DRIVE, APN 494-120-34-00 AND 494-130-16-00 Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-126
Adopt Resolution.
9.8 RESOLUTIONS ACCEPTING BID 24-10, 2023 ANNUAL SLURRY PROJECT Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_24-10 2023 Annual Slurry Project.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution Bid 24-10 Award.pdf
3. Attachment B - Resolution Dudek CM Award.pdf
4. Attachment C - Bid Tabulation.pdf
5. Attachment D - CM Proposal Dudek .pdf
6. Attachment E - Bid 24-10 List of Streets.pdf
7. Attachment F - Maintenance Zone Map.pdf
8. Attachment G - Fiscal Impact Certificate_Bid 24-10 2023 Annual Slurry Project.pdf Adopt Resolutions.
a.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BIDDER FOR BID 24-10 AND AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2023 ANNUAL SLURRY PROJECT TO AMERICAN ASPHALT SOUTH, INC.
Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-127
Adopt Resolution.
b.
RESOLUTION APPROVING A TASK ORDER TO DUDEK TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE 2023 ANNUAL SLURRY PROJECT Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-128
Adopt Resolution.
9.9 RESOLUTIONS ACCEPTING BID 24-08, ROLANDO PARK RESTORATION PROJECT Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_24-08 Rolando Park Restoration Project.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution Bid 24-08 Award.pdf
3. Attachment B - 24-08 Bid Tabulation.pdf
4. Attachment C - Resolution Bid 24-08 General Fund Approp.pdf
5. Attachment D - Ardurra Rolando Park Rest.pdf
6. Attachment E - Resolution Rolando Ballpark Restoration Poject Award_Ardurra.pdf
7. Attachment F - Fiscal Impact Certificate_Bid 24-08 Rolando Park Restoration.pdf
8. Attachment G - Fiscal Impact Certificate_TO to Ardurra.pdf Adopt Resolutions.
a.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BIDDER FOR BID 24-08 AND AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR ROLANDO PARK RESTORATION PROJECT TO FORDYCE CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-129
Adopt Resolution.
b.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF $124,414.12 FROM THE GENERAL FUND UNALLOCATED RESERVES TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR BID 24-08, ROLANDO PARK RESTORATION PROJECT Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-130
Adopt Resolution.
c.
RESOLUTION APPROVING A TASK ORDER TO ARDURRA TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE ROLANDO BALLPARK RESTORATION PROJECT Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-131
Adopt Resolution.
9.10 RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE PURCHASE OF A 2023 FORD F-150 TO KEARNY MESA FORD AND KIA Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Purchase of a 2023 Ford F-150 to Kearny Mesa Ford and KIA.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution_Police_2023 F-150.pdf
3. Attachment B - Quotes_Police_2023 F-150.pdf
4. Attachment C - Fiscal Impact Certificate_2023 Ford F-150 to Kearny Mesa Ford and Kia.pdf Resolution No. 2023-132
Adopt Resolution.
9.7 *PROJECT 2023-2284 (BOLDUC/YEH) - A REQUEST TO DESIGNATE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8406 HILLCREST AVENUE, APN 494-434-01-00 AND 494-282-16-00 AS A HISTORIC LANDMARK AND ESTABLISH A PROPERTY PRESERVATION (MILLS ACT) AGREEMENT FOR THE SITE Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Project 2023-2284 (8406 Hillcrest Ave) Landmark and Mills Act Council.pdf
2. Attachment A - Draft Resolution Approving Landmark Designation Project 2023-2284.pdf
3. Attachment B - Draft Resolution Approving Mills Act Agreement Project 2023-2284.pdf
4. Attachment C - HPC Resolution Recommending Landmark Designation Project 2023-2284.pdf
5. Attachment D - HPC Resolution Recommending Mills Act Agreement.pdf
6. Attachment E - Historic Resources Inventory Worksheet Project 2023-2284.pdf
7. Attachment F - Assessor Parcel Map Sheet.pdf
8. Attachment G - Landmark Nomination Report Project 2023-2284.pdf Moved By
Mayor Arapostathis
Seconded By
Councilmember Shu
Adopt Resolutions.
For (4)
Mayor Arapostathis, Councilmember Shu, Councilmember Dillard, and Vice Mayor Lothian Abstain (1)
Councilmember Parent
Approved (4 to 0)
a.
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE CHESTER L. AND ANNE HARRITT/WILLIAM HENRY WHEELER/A.E. DENNSTEDT HOUSE AT 8406 HILLCREST AVENUE, APN 494-434-01-00 AND 494-282-16-00 AS A HISTORIC LANDMARK Public Comments:
Resolution No. 2023-133
Adopt Resolution.
b.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A HISTORIC LANDMARK PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK KNOWN AS THE CHESTER L. AND ANNE HARRIT/WILLIAM HENRY WHEELER/A.E. DENNSTEDT HOUSE Public Comments:
LOCATED AT 8406 HILLCREST AVENUE, APN 494-434-01-00 AND 494-282-16-00 Resolution No. 2023-134
Adopt Resolution.
10. ORDINANCE: FIRST READING
Public Comments:
10.1 CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AMENDING SECTION 2.04.010 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADJUST MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND TREASURER COMPENSATION Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Memo_First Reading of Ordinance Adjusting Mayor, City Council and Treasurer Compensation.pdf
2. Attachment A - Ordinance Amending Mayor, Council and Treasurer Compensation.pdf City Attorney Sabine read the title of the Ordinance.
Moved By
Mayor Arapostathis
Seconded By
Councilmember Parent
Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance.
For (5)
Mayor Arapostathis, Councilmember Shu, Councilmember Parent, Councilmember Dillard, and Vice Mayor Lothian Approved (5 to 0)
11. STAFF REPORT
Public Comments:
11.1 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF LA MESA COMPLETE STREETS INTEGRATED DESIGN MANUAL Attachments
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Public Comments
1. Staff Report_Resolution approving Complete Streets Design Manual 2023-11-14.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution Complete Streets Design Manual.pdf
3. Attachment B - CSIDM_Manual Nov__2023.pdf
4. Complete Streets Integrated Design Manual_Presentation.pdf Engineering Project Manager Kinnard introduced Jenny An, CR Associates, Senior Associate, who provided a PowerPoint presentation on the La Mesa Complete Streets Integrated Design Manual, highlighting the Complete Streets elements, street typologies, micromobility, intersection design elements, public outreach efforts, and how to use the manual and the intended results.
Council questions and comments ensued.
Resolution No. 2023-135
Moved By
Mayor Arapostathis
Seconded By
Councilmember Parent
Adopt Resolution adopting the Complete Streets Integrated Design Manual dated June 2023.
For (5)
Mayor Arapostathis, Councilmember Shu, Councilmember Parent, Councilmember Dillard, and Vice Mayor Lothian Approved (5 to 0)
12. COUNCIL INITIATED
Public Comments:
12.1 CONSIDERATION OF DIRECTING STAFF TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE PREVAILING WAGES FOR PRIVATE-SECTOR EMPLOYEES THAT ARE ENGAGED IN TRAFFIC CONTROL PROJECTS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY - MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS AND COUNCILMEMBER PARENT Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CI.Arapostathis.Parent.Prevailing Wages for Traffic Control Workers.pdf Mayor Arapostathis and Councilmember Parent explained the purpose for requesting Council to direct staff to prepare an ordinance to require prevailing wages for private-sector employees engaged in traffic control projects in the public right-of-way.
Council questions and comments ensued.
Moved By
Councilmember Parent
Seconded By
Councilmember Dillard
Direct staff to prepare an ordinance to require prevailing wages for private-sector employees engaged in traffic control projects in the public right-of-way.
For (5)
Mayor Arapostathis, Councilmember Shu, Councilmember Parent, Councilmember Dillard, and Vice Mayor Lothian Approved (5 to 0)
13. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)
Public Comments:
The Mayor and Council reported on various outside boards, commissions and committee meetings they attended. No action was taken.
14. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3 (d))
Public Comments:
There were no reports.
15. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS
Public Comments:
There were no remarks.
16. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
At 7:24 p.m., Mayor Arapostathis adjourned the meeting in honor and memory of Dr. Bill Pogue who recently passed away. Dr. Bill Pogue was a doctor, educator, and volunteer clown who brought smiles and cheer to patients and staff at Sharp Grossmont Hospital.