Agenda — La Mesa City Council, July 9, 2024

City Council - July 09, 2024

1. CALL TO ORDER
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1.1 INVOCATION - COUNCILMEMBER DILLARD
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1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
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3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS
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4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
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5. PRESENTATION
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5.1 PROCLAIMING JULY 2024 AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Public Comments:

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
Public Comments
Mairs Ryan
July 8, 2024
Mayor Apostathes and Council Member Parent,
I am writing on the topic of your status on the public access zoom ad hoc committee. The citizens of La Mesa are waiting to hear a report from that committee. We are nonplussed as to why the public have not yet heard back from you two.

What is your process for moving forward?
What are your reasons for not being transparent?
Will the ad hoc communicate at this week’s meeting (July 9) the status of your work on this issue? Council member Parent, you will be rotating off the Council in November 2024. Are we the citizens going to be able to hear your decision-along with Mayor Apostathes-before you leave the Council? We look forward to understanding your progress.

Respectfully,
Mairs Ryan
NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting. If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda.

7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES
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8. BOARD AND COMMISSION INTERVIEWS
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8.1 ANNUAL INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS FOR OPENINGS ON THE CITY’S BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS AND INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS FOR A VACANCY ON THE COMMUNITY POLICE OVERSIGHT BOARD Attachments
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Public Comments

1. Memo_2024 Board and Commission Interviews 2024-07-09.pdf

2. Attachment A_Board and Commission Interviews.July.pdf Staff Reference: Ms. Wiegelman

9. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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This is the time in which members of the Council or audience may pull items from the CONSENT CALENDAR for discussion. Public Comments are also invited on Consent Calendar items.

10. CONSENT CALENDAR
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(Items 10.1 through 10.6)
The Consent Calendar includes items considered to be routine. Unless discussion is requested by members of the Council or audience, all Consent Calendar items may be approved by one motion.

Recommended Motion:

Approve Consent Calendar Items 10.1 through 10.6.

10.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Approve.

10.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETINGS HELD TUESDAY, MAY 28, AND TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2024 Attachments
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1. Post-Meeting Minutes - City Council Special Meeting (Closed Session)_May28_2024.pdf

2. Post-Meeting Minutes - City Council Special Meeting (Closed Session)_Jun11_2024.pdf Recommended Motion:

Approve.

10.3 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGS HELD TUESDAY, MAY 28, AND TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2024 Attachments
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1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CCM_May28_2024.pdf

2. Post-Meeting Minutes - CCM_Jun25_2024.pdf
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

10.4 APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, LA MESA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING, AND CITY OF LA MESA SUCCESSOR AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2024 Attachments
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1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC PFA SA_Jun11_2024.pdf
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

10.5 ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS PERTAINING TO THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 Attachments
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Public Comments

1. Staff Report_2024 Election Resolutions 2024-07-09.pdf

2. Attachment A _Resolution.Calling and Giving Notice of Election.2024.pdf

3. Attachment B_Resolution.Consolidating Election.2024.pdf

4. Attachment C_Resolution.Candidate Regulations.2024.pdf Staff Reference: Ms. Wiegelman
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolutions.

RESOLUTION CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO § 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

RESOLUTION ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024 Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

10.6 RATIFICATION OF DESIGN REVIEW FOR PROJECT 2024-0197 (CCRT PROPERTIES) Attachments
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1. 2024-0197 (8301 Fletcher Parkway) DRB Ratification.pdf

2. Attachment A_DRB Resolution.pdf

3. Attachment B_Assessor Parcel Map.pdf

4. Attachment C_Site Photographs.pdf

5. Attachment D_PC-2024-05 (2024-0197) signed.pdf

6. Attachment E_PC-2024-06 (2024-0197) signed.pdf

7. Attachment F_Project Plans.pdf

8. Attachment G_Materials Boards.pdf
A PROPOSED TWO-STORY FINANCIAL INSTITUTION BUILDING OF 7,552 SQUARE FEET AT 8301 FLETCHER PARKWAY, APN 490-200-49-00 IN THE C-G-D (GENERAL COMMERCIAL/GROSSMONT OVERLAY/URBAN DESIGN OVERLAY) ZONE Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

11. STAFF REPORT
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11.1 CONSIDERATION OF PLACING A MEASURE ON THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 BALLOT TO ASK THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF LA MESA IF THEY WISH TO EXTEND THE ¾ CENT LOCAL SALES TAX IN LA MESA (KNOWN AS PROPOSITION L) FOR AN ADDITIONAL 20-YEARS Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Renew Prop L.pdf

2. Attachment A_Resolution.Calling and Giving Notice of Election.Measure.2024.pdf

3. Attachment B_Resolution_Rebuttal Arguments 2024.pdf

4. Attachment C_Resolution_Primary Arguments and Impartial Analysis 2024.pdf

5. Attachment D_Ordinance_Extension of Prop L.pdf
mairs ryan
July 8, 2024
Mayor and Council Members,
I am in support of Prop L being on the ballot in November 2024.

It is crucial to La Mesa’s continued growth as a strong municipality that the 3/4 cent tax be maintained.

The Council has the power to sell Prop L to its citizens. The number one reason people turn down taxation is lack of control and accountability of the funds accrued. Prop L funds are kept local. It is up to the Council to educate La Mesans of the fact that the funds will be used here. A city cannot grow nor can it be maintained without a stream of revenue. Citizens cannot have amenities without financially contributing to their city. Parks do not build themselves, streets do not pave themselves, public safety officers do not work for free.

The recent survey conducted of La Mesans could be used to convince citizens that a portion of their needs and wants can be met with Prop L.

Thank you
Mairs Ryan
Christopher Glenn
Clearly, a well-planned campaign that addresses local concerns and builds confidence in city leadership is crucial for the success of the City’s sales tax measure.

The City’s report addresses some of the most convincing arguments to voters in support of a local sales tax:
• Highlighting specific local desires that the tax revenue would address, such as infrastructure, public safety, and parks, can persuade voters there is a real need for the tax. • Emphasizing how the tax will directly impact residents' quality of life through these services, infrastructure, and community amenities is effective. • Explaining why a sales tax is preferable to service degradation will help justify the proposal. • Pointing out and framing the measure as bringing the rate in line with neighboring areas is persuasive. • Emphasizing that the funds will be controlled locally can appeal to voters. • Including provisions for oversight and accountability in how the new funds will be managed can address concerns about government trustworthiness.

The City’s report, however, falls short in several areas.

Commercial properties account for about one-third of the total statewide assessed property values and share in the benefits of Proposition 13. Commercial properties often have higher values than residential properties and receive a larger dollar amount of property tax relief. The City should not discount the benefits received by commercial property owners under Proposition 13 and the inequity created by it.

Your report also concludes that a decline of large retailers and consumers shift to online purchases has had further negative effects on local sales tax revenues. Should efforts be made by the City to support local retail businesses to reverse this decline? Would it encourage a diverse ecosystem of small, locally owned businesses by improving regulatory compliance processes and creating policies that cater to small entrepreneurs? California Legislators have debated for years about where sales tax revenues should go for purchases made online. Should it be the location of the buyer or the seller? Currently, it’s the seller, and sellers have significant discretion about choosing their “point of sale” for tax purposes. This gives companies that promise local jobs and municipal revenue boosts from warehouses, offices or retail centers tremendous bargaining power over local government agreements that funnel sales tax money the cities collect back to those corporations. The City should consider the impact of this arrangement and their ability to mitigate the impact on revenues. https://www.californiacityfinance.com/SalesTaxReformOptions150406.pdf City Council Extension of Prop L Ad Hoc Subcommittee

RESOLUTION ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF A CERTAIN MEASURE RELATING TO THE EXTENSION OF THE TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX (PROPOSITION L) AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024 Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS FOR CITY MEASURES SUBMITTED AT MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

RESOLUTION SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING WRITTEN ARUMENTS REGARDING A CITY MEASURE AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS Public Comments:

Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING A NEW SECTION 5.28.135 TO THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE EXTENDING THE EXISTING TRANSACTION AND USE TAX (ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.28) TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION [EXTENSION CONTINGENT UPON A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY VOTING TO APPROVE SAID EXTENSION] Recommended Motion:

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July 9, 2024