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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
August 19, 2025, 6: 00 p. m.
City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA
Present: Councilmember Molina
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice- Mayor Bush
Mayor Morrison
Others Present: Scott W. Huth, Interim City Manager
Barry J. Schultz, City Attorney
Derek Aydelotte, Police Captain
Bruce Foltz, Director of Finance
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Asst. Director of Engineer/ Public Works Brian Krepps, Fire Captain
Tracy Lamb, Interim Community Services Director
Martin Reeder, Acting Community Development Director
David Welch, Associate Planner
1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6: 08 p. m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.
2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Molina, Rodriguez, Yamane, Bush, Morrison Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Yamane led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. INVOCATION
Invocation was delivered.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing two ( 2) minutes per comment and introduced City Clerk Chapel.
In- person comment: Written comment:
Truth Alisha Morrison
Brian Clapper Sarah Boyer
Alisha Morrison Ted Godshalk
Liliana Armenta David Garcia Ozua
Ted Godshalk
Wendy Egan
Geoffrey Schrock
Neal Ridge
Gloria Salas
Edward Nieto
Maria Severson
Luisa McCarthy
Micaela Polanco
Michael Aguirre
In accordance with City Council Policy 104, the allotted time of 30 minutes had been reached for Public Comment. Mayor Morrison continued remaining speakers to the end of the meeting.
6. PRESENTATION ( Limited to Five ( 5) Minutes each)
6. 1 Flagship Cruises and Events - Electric Ferry
Presentation given by Flagship Cruises & Events PR and Communications Manager Corchelle Worsham.
Public comment received from Truth.
Item moved for discussion with Agenda Item 11. 1
6. 2 American Golf- National City Golf Course
7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS ( Limited to Five ( 5) Minutes each)
Vice- Mayor Bush provided an update on San Diego County Air Pollution Control District There were no other reports.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 8. 3 thru 8. 7, 8. 10, 8. 11, 8. 12,
8. 14, 8. 15, and 8. 16 pulled for public comment or discussion.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8. 1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8. 2 Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes.
Approve and file.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 3 Approval of an Agreement Amendment with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP for Legal Services in Connection with Case Titled Cummins v. the City of National City Appeal by Increasing the Not- to- Exceed Amount by $ 100, 000 for a New Total Not-to- Exceed Amount.
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 92.
Public comment received from Roberto Umana and Thomas Rike.
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending the Agreement between the City of National City and Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, for Legal Services in Connection with Case Titled Cummins v. the City of National City — Appeal by Increasing the Not- to- Exceed Amount by$ 100, 000 for a New Total Not- to- Exceed Amount of$ 175, 000."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Mayor Morrison to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 4 Approval of an Amendment to the Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services Pertaining to Employment Law Matters.
City Attorney Barry Schultz addressed the Council.
Public comment received from:
Maria Severson
Michael Aguirre
Luisa McCarthy
Micaela Polanco
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending the Agreement between the City of National City and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services Regarding Labor and Employment Law Matters to Increase the Not-to-Exceed Amount by 100, 000."
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane for the item to return for consideration at the first City Council meeting in September.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for discussion.
8. 5 Approval of an Agreement Amendment with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Labor Negotiations by Extending the Agreement to December 31, 2025
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 94.
Vice- Mayor Bush addressed the Council.
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending the Agreement between the City of National City and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Labor Negotiations by Extending the Agreement to December 31, 2025.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to amend the contract extension to October 31, 2025.
Motion carried by 4- 1 vote.
Ayes: Rodriguez, Yamane, Bush, Morrison
Nays: Molina
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 6 Approval of an Agreement with The Vision Culture Foundation for a Mural on the National City Public Works Building at 1720 Wilson.
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 95
PowerPoint presentation provided by Ryan Johnson, The Vision Culture Foundation.
Public comment received from Ted Godshalk and Truth.
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement with The Vision Culture Foundation for a Mural on the Public Works Building Located at 1720 Wilson Avenue."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice- Mayor Bush to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 7 Awarding a Contract to A. Preman Roofing, Inc., for the Library Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. 25- 09.
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 96.
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Awarding a Contract to A. Preman Roofing, Inc. in the Not- to- Exceed Amount of $ 407, 829 for the Library Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. 25- 09; 2) Authorizing a 15% Contingency in the Amount of 61, 175 for any Unforeseen Changes; 3) Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Contract; and 4) Authorizing the Establishment of an Appropriation in the Amount of$ 469, 004 in the Library Capital Outlay Fund."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8. 8 Land and Water Conservation Fund Assistance for the Proposed Las Palmas Little League Ballfields Restoration Project
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 97.
Adopt a Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Approving the Filing of an Application for Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Funds from the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Proposed Las Palmas Little League Ballfields Restoration Project; 2) Authorizing the City Engineer to Execute the Grant Application, Grant Agreement and Subsequent Documents if Awarded; and 3) Committing to Providing a Local Match."
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 9 National City Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Agreement— FY 26 Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 98.
Public comment received from Chamber of Commerce Interim Executive Director Karen McManus, Sherry Gogue, and Ed Nieto.
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement between the City of National City and the National City Chamber of Commerce for a Not- to- Exceed Amount of $ 50, 000 to Assist in Economic Development Services."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Molina, seconded by Vice- Mayor Bush to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for discussion.
8. 10 Notice of Decision — Planning Commission Approval of a Coastal Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit ( CUP) for On- Site Beer and Wine Sales, and Live Entertainment at an Existing Restaurant ( La Malquerida by Dolche) Located at 1524 McKinley Avenue.
Vice- Mayor Bush addressed the City Council.
One written comment was received from Ted Godshalk.
Recommendation: Staff Recommends Approval of the Request for On- Site Beer and Wine Sales and Live Entertainment, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025- 07, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Sale of Alcohol and Live Entertainment are Conditionally Allowed Uses in the Medium Manufacturing Zone and Would be Accessory to Food Sales at the Restaurant.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Mayor Morrison for the item to return at a City Council Meeting occurring in September for a Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for discussion.
8. 11 Notice of Decision — Planning Commission Approval of a Conditional Use Permit CUP) for On-Site Beer and Wine Sales and Live Entertainment at an Existing Restaurant ( Sushi N' Gone) Located at 1539 E 8th Street.
Vice- Mayor Bush addressed the City Council.
Recommendation: Staff Recommends Approval of the Request for On-Site Beer and Wine Sales and Live Entertainment, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025- 06, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Sale of Alcohol and Live Entertainment are Conditionally Allowed Uses in the Major Mixed- Use Corridor Zone and Would be Accessory to Food Sales at the Restaurant.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane for the item to return at a City Council Meeting occurring in September for a Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 12 2025 Performance Report of Annual Fire Safety Inspections Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 99.
One public comment was received from Doyle Morrison.
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Acknowledging Receipt of a Report Made by the Fire Chief of the National City Fire Department Regarding the Annual Inspection of Certain Occupancies Pursuant to Sections 13146. 2 and 13146. 3 of the California Health and Safety Code."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8. 13 Successor Agency Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025- 26 Adopted Successor Agency Resolution No. 2025- 118.
Adopt the Resolution Entitled: " Resolution of the Board of the Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency, California, Adopting a Budget of$ 4, 128,682 for Fiscal Year 2025-26." Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 14 Warrant Register No. 47 for the Period of 5/ 16/ 25 through 5/ 22/ 25 in the Amount of$ 2, 277, 810. 41
Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $ 2, 277, 810. 41 Public comment received from Truth, Ed Nieto, and Thomas Rike.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Bush to ratify the warrants.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 15 Warrant Register No. 48 for the Period of 5/ 23/25 through 5/ 29/25 in the Amount of$ 1, 181, 714. 48
Public comment received from Truth and Thomas Rike.
Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $ 1, 181, 714. 48 ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to ratify the warrants.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Vice- Mayor Bush left the dais at 8: 13 p. m. and returned at 8: 15 p. m.
Item pulled for public comment.
8. 16 Warrant Register No. 49 for the Period of 5/ 30/25 through 6/ 5/ 25 in the Amount of 3, 907, 751. 19
Public comment received from Truth and Thomas Rike.
Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $ 3, 907, 751. 19 ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to ratify the warrants.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Mayor Morrison called for a recess at 8:20 p. m. Meeting reconvened at 8: 28 p. m. with Councilmember Rodriguez absent. Councilmember Rodriguez joined the meeting at 8:29 p.m. with all members present.
9. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
9. 1 Continued Public Hearing - First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Section 8. 32. 015 of the National City Municipal Code Related to the Keeping of Hen Chickens.
Acting Community Development Director Martin Reeder introduced the item.
Mayor Morrison opened the Public Hearing at 8: 31 p. m.
Public comment was received from Doyle Morrison and Alisha Morrison.
One written comment was received from Alisha Morrison.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 8: 35 p. m.
Recommendation: Introduce the Ordinance Entitled: " An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending Section 8. 32. 015 Restrictions on Keeping Certain Animals, Birds, and Reptiles' of the National City Municipal Code Pertaining to the Allowance of Keeping Additional Hen Chickens." ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to introduce the Ordinance with an amendment to the minimum and maximum language when the item returns at the Second Reading.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
10. PUBLIC HEARING
10. 1 Public Hearing - First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance Adding Chapter
6. 30 ( Short- Term Rentals) to the National City Municipal Code.
Acting Community Development Director Martin Reeder introduced the item.
Mayor Morrison opened the Public Hearing at 8: 47 p. m.
Public comment received from Salvador Abrica.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Molina to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 8: 49 p. m.
Recommendation: Introduce the Ordinance Entitled, " An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending Title 6 ( Business and Franchise Taxes) of the National City Municipal Code Adding Chapter 6. 30 ( ShortTerm Rentals)." ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Molina to Introduce the Ordinance.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
10. 2 Public Hearing: Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Title 15 Buildings and Construction) of the National City Municipal Code Creating a New Section ( 15. 83 — Lot Tie Agreements).
Acting Community Development Director Martin Reeder introduced the item.
Mayor Morrison opened the Public Hearing at 9: 06 p. m.
Public comment was received from Alisha Morrison and Doyle Morrison.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 9: 09 p. m.
Recommendation: Introduce the Ordinance Entitled: " An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending Title 15 ( Buildings and Construction) of the National City Municipal Code Creating a New Section ( 15. 83 Lot Tie Agreements)"
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to Introduce the Ordinance.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
10. 3 Public Hearing—Amendment of NCMC 9. 38 establishing a Tobacco Retail License Program
Acting Community Development Director Martin Reeder introduced the item.
Mayor Morrison opened the Public Hearing at 9: 23 p. m.
Public comment was received from: Virtual public comment:
Alisha Morrison Barbara Gordon
Ed Nieto Judi Strang
Irma Hernandez Leigh Martin
Manuel Andrade Becky Rapp
Cynthia Knapp Megan Stuart
Manveer Sahota Liana Delgado Flores
Ava Irizarry Madison Rapp
Peggy Walker
Emily Miller
Those in favor, who did not wish to speak:
Elena Scarr Simon Andres
Maria Irvin Teresa Ramos
Luis Aparicio Patrick Irvin
Jessie Diaz Brenda Estrada
Belen Huizar Linda Miles
Samar Irizarry Mia Diaz
Joseph Crawford Shelley Scudella
Makaela Salunya Sophia Hernandez
Ana R. Grace Rojas- Jimenez
Maggie Nava Sofia Nava
Written comment was received from Assembly Member David Alvarez and Elizabeth Murphy.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 9: 53 p. m.
Recommendation: Provide Feedback to Staff and/ or Introduce the Ordinance entitled, " An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City Amending Title 9 of the National City Municipal Code by Amending Chapter 9. 38 Pertaining to Tobacco Retailer Licensing and Restricting the Sale, Display and Promotion of Tobacco to Youth."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Molina to Introduce the Ordinance with an amendment to cap the number of establishments to 54.
Motion carried by 4- 1 vote.
Ayes: Molina, Rodriguez, Yamane, Bush
Nays: Morrison
Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 10: 13 p. m. and returned at 10: 15 p. m.
11. STAFF REPORTS
11. 1 Amendment to the Lease and Operating Agreement between the City of National City and American Golf Corporation.
Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 100.
Interim Director of Community Development Tracy Lamb introduced American Golf Corporation representatives Jose Gomez, Joyce Shelton, Chuck Herizamo and who provided a PowerPoint presentation.
At 10: 30 p. m., Mayor Morrison reminded the Council of City Council Policy# 104 that requires the City Council meeting to be adjourned no later than 10:30 p.m. unless extended by Council vote.
Mayor Morrison asked the City Council to consider extending the meeting for 30 minutes.
ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to extend the meeting for 30 minutes.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Comment was received from:
Mikayla
Jesus Corrales
Jose Mazares
Enrrique Corrales
Ted Godshalk
Daniel Barron
Samantha
Wendy Palma
Michael Metziq
Those in favor, who did not wish to speak:
Manuel Corrales
Kimberly Joson
Samantha Smith
Written comment was received from Les Johnson and Ted Godshalk.
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled: " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Amendment to the Agreement with American Golf Corporation for the Maintenance and Operation of the National City Golf Course to Extend the Agreement by Sixty Days to October 31, 2025."
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
11. 2 Setting the FY 2026 Property Tax Rate for Library General Obligation Bonds Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 101.
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, " Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Setting the Fiscal Year 2026 Secured Property Tax Rate for the Library General Obligation Bonds at 0. 00266 cent( 0. 00266%) per 100 of Assessed Valuation."
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
12. CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
No report.
13. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.
13. 1 POLICY 105 REQUEST - Discussion Regarding Resolution to Support Utility Affordability and Accountability Legislative Package - Requested by Vice- Mayor Bush.
Vice- Mayor Bush introduced the item.
Virtual public comment was received from Corrina Contreras.
Truth registered a position in opposition and did not wish to speak.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez for the item to be added to a future City Council agenda.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
13. 2 POLICY 105 REQUEST- Discussion Regarding Activity Cultural Economic (ACE) Requested by Vice- Mayor Bush
Vice- Mayor Bush introduced the item.
ACTION: Motion by Vice- Mayor Bush, seconded by Councilmember Molina to add the item to a September City Council meeting agenda.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
In accordance with City Council Policy 104, remaining speakers for Item 5 provided public comment.
Public comment was received from Doyle Morrison.
14. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Mayor Morrison introduced City Attorney Schultz who reported that there was no reportable action on Closed Session agenda Item 5. 1.
CLOSED SESSION
5. 1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 5457.6
Employee Organizations:
Municipal Employees' Association ( SEIU, Local 221),
National City Firefighters Association ( Local 2744), and Police Officers Association ( POA),
Unrepresented Groups: Executive, Confidential, and Management Agency Designated Representatives:
Steven Berliner( Labor Negotiator)
Scott W. Huth ( Interim City Manager)
Bruce Foltz ( Finance Director)
Conchita Waite (Acting Human Resources Director)
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 6: 00 p. m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.
The meeting adjourned at 11: 05 p. m.
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Tonya sain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of September 16, 2025.
Morrison, Mayor