Agenda packet, regular meeting — National City City Council, April 7, 2026 (part 1 of 2)

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting
City Council Chamber - 1243 National City
Boulevard, National City, CA
Ron Morrison, Mayor Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Luz Molina, Vice-Mayor - District 1 Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney Jose Rodriguez, Councilmember -District 2 Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk Ditas Yamane, Councilmember – District 3
Marcus Bush, Councilmember– District 4
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The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 202 5
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The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk of the City of National City, hereby declare under penalty of perjury that this notice of a Regular Meeting was called by the City Council of the City of National City was posted and provided on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Said meeting to be held Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall, City Council Chambers, 1243 National City Blvd., in the City of National City, California.

Said notice was posted on the Bulletin Boards in front of City Hall and the Library.

Shelley Chapel
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA
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1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

4. INVOCATION

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
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 action on any issue not included on the agenda. Speakers will have up to three (3) minutes.

6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Introduction of New Hires and Promotions of City Employees 5

7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each) Per Government Code Section 53232.3(d) also known as AB1234: Members of a legislative body shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency at the next regular meeting of the legislative body.

8. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar may be enacted in one motion by the City Council with a Roll Call Vote without discussion unless a Councilmember, a member of the Public, or the City Manager requests an item be removed for discussion. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered immediately following the adoption of the Calendar.

8.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda

8.2 Approval of Meeting Minutes – March 2026 6
Recommendation:

Approve and file.

8.3 Approval to Add One (1) Executive Assistant II (1.0 FTE) position to the Police Department’s Authorized Position Count
29 Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Adding 1.0 FTE to the Police Department’s Authorized Position Count for the Executive Assistant II Position and Authorizing an Increase of $34,000 to the Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Personnel Budget.”

8.4 Approval of an Agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP to represent the City of National City in Connection with Litigation Pertaining to Flood Related Matters Resulting from the January 2024 Rains.
32 Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing an Agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP for Legal Services in Connection with Litigation Related to the January 2024 Rain Event.”

8.5 Awarding a Contract to Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. for the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. 26-03. 51 Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Awarding a Contract to Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. in the Not-To-Exceed Amount of $263,883 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. 26-03; 2) Authorizing a 15% Contingency in the Amount of $39,583 for any Unforeseen Changes; and 3) Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Contract.”

8.6 City Council 2026 Legislative Recess 76
Recommendation:

Approve Staff Recommendation to Observe a Legislative Recess for the Month of July 2026, as Allowed by National City Municipal Code (NCMC) 2.04.020, and City Council Policy No. 104 (III)(H), and (K).

8.7 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Certification of a Negative Declaration and Approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for Liquified Petroleum Gas Storage and Dispensing to be Located at 2100 Haffley Avenue.
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Recommendation:

Staff Recommends Certification of the Negative Declaration and Approval of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for Liquified Petroleum Gas (Propane) Storage and Dispensing Equipment, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-03. Liquified Petroleum Gas (Propane) Storage and Dispensing is a conditionally allowed Use in the Medium Manufacturing Zone and Coastal Overlay Zone.

8.8 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Planned Development (PD) Permit for Reduced Rear Yard Setbacks Within an Approved 10-Lot Subdivision Located at 3410 Valley Road.
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Recommendation:

Staff recommends Approval of a Planned Development (PD) Request for Reduced Rear Yard Setbacks Within the 10-Lot Subdivision, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-04, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Project is Consistent with the General Plan and Meets all Applicable Findings for a PD Request.

8.9 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Zone Variance (ZV) to Deviate from Minimum Requirements for Lot Area, Street Frontage, and Setbacks at a Vacant Property Located on East 5th Street between Highland Avenue and I Avenue.
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Recommendation:

Staff Recommends Approval of the Zone Variance (ZV) Request for a Single- Family Residence and an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-02 and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Granting of a Zone Variance is Allowable with Findings Pursuant to Section

18.12.120 of the Land Use Code.

8.10 Temporary Use Permit – National Day of Prayer Sponsored by Casa de Oracion at Kimball Park Bowl on Thursday, May 7, 2026, with No Waiver of Fees.
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Recommendation:

Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit Subject to Compliance with all Conditions of Approval with No Waiver of Fees and in Accordance with City Council Policy 802.

8.11 Warrant Register No. 33 for the Period of 2/6/26 through 2/12/26 in the Amount of $2,472,959.12
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Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,472,959.12.

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8.12 Warrant Register No. 34 for the Period of 2/13/26 through 2/19/26 in the Amount of $453,875.30
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Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $453,875.30.

9. PUBLIC HEARING
The following item(s) have been advertised as public hearing(s) as required by law.

9.1 Public Hearing and Resolution Approving the Streamlined Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027.
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Recommendation:

Conduct the Public Hearing and Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the Community Development Commission - Housing Authority of the City of National City, California, Approving the FY 2026-2027 Streamlined Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Authorizing the Submittal of the Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.”

10. STAFF REPORTS

10.1 Brown Act and California Senate Bill 707 (SB 707) Technology Disruption Policy
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Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Adopting a Technology Disruption Policy for Public Meetings in Compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and Senate Bill 707. The Policy Will be Known as City Council Policy No. 103, “Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service During Public Meetings”; and Receive and File the Companion Presiding Officer/Clerk/Information Technology Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Implementation of the Policy.

11. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

12. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT

12.1 POLICY 105 REQUEST - Permission to Attend National Assoc. of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) 43rd Annual Conference - Requested by Vice-Mayor Molina

13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

14. ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Approval of Meeting Minutes – March 2026

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve and file.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Meeting Minutes:

Special City Council Meeting – Closed Session of March 3, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting of March 3, 2026
Special City Council Meeting – Closed Session of March 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting of March 17, 2026

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not applicable.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A - Special City Council Meeting – Closed Session of March 3, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit B - Regular City Council Meeting of March 3, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit C - Special City Council Meeting – Closed Session of March 17, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit D - Regular City Council Meeting of March 17, 2026 – Meeting Minutes

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

CLOSED SESSION

March 3, 2026, 4:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager / Police Chief Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (via Zoom)
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Alicia Hicks, Human Resources Director

_____________________________________________________________________ 1 CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 4:04 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1 243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison Councilmember absent: Bush

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Vice-Mayor Molina led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Public Comment will be restricted to Agenda Items Only) There were no public comments.

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5. CLOSED SESSION
Members retired into Closed Session at 4: 08 p.m. and returned at 6:14 p.m. with all members present in attendance: Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison, and Skinner.

Staff entered Closed Session at 4: 08 p.m. for Item No. 5.1; Hicks, Skinner, Juarez, and Hernandez. Outside Counsel in attendance for Item 3.

Interim City Attorney Skinner announcement of actions taken in Closed Session would be made at the 6:00 p.m. meeting.

5.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 Name of Case: The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc. et al.

San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 24CU009799C

5.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

5.3 LIABILITY CLAIM
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM NO. 25-184856
WCAB No. ADJ20551530
Claimant: Curtis Collinson

6. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

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Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026. __________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

March 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (Via Zoom)
Derek Aydelotte, Police Captain
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Danielle Ghio, City Librarian
Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Acting Deputy City Manager
Steve Manganiello, Director of Engineering/Public Works Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Martin Reeder, Director of Community Development
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:29 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: Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison Councilmembers absent: Bush

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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 delivered by National City Clergy Association Pastor Eddie Duenas.

Mayor Morrison annou nced that the meeting would be adjourned in honor of Sadie Gonzalez. Family members accepted the honor and addressed the Council.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing two (2) minutes per comment.

In-Person Comment:

Marco Espinosa II
Brian Clapper
Luisa McCarthy
Micaela Polanco
Purita Javier
Cesar Javier
Ed Nieto
Liliana Armenta
Raquel Alamed
Ali Primera
Ms. Pineda
Domenica Patricio
Rosa Roto
Martha
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. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Proclamation - Feeding San Diego Day

Mayor Morrison introduced the Proclamation. No one was present to accept the proclamation.

6.2 Proclamation - Champions Week for Meals on Wheels San Diego County Mayor Morrison presented the proclamation. Proclamation was accepted by San Diego County Meals on Wheels President & CEO Brent Wakefield.

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6.3 Proclamation - Women's History Month Honoring Candelaria "Candy" Cuevas, Connie Cepeda, Jovita Arellano, Lizzette Amaya, Lorna de los Santos, Mona Liza, Nancy Estolano, Nayeli Macias, Roula Alraheb, Shirley Ferrill, Susan de los Santos
Mayor Morrison and Vice -Mayor Molina introduced the proclamation. The honorees were present and accepted the proclamation.

6.4 Introduction of New Hires and Promotions of City Employees Public comment was received from Marco Espinosa II.

Director of Library Services Danielle Ghio, Police Captain Derek Aydelotte, and Director of Community Development Martin Reeder introduced new department staff. Mayor Morrison introduced the new Interim City Attorney.

7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
Councilmember Rodriquez had nothing to report.

Councilmember Yamane provided an update on San Diego Community Power, including recognition of its receipt of the Most Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. Councilmember Yamane also delivered an update on the Sweetwater Authority and reiterated key information regarding the Water Affordability Program.

Vice-Mayor Molina provided an update on the SANDAG Board of Directors meeting and the approval of a new tolling back-office system and project budget amendment.

Mayor Morrison spoke to his recent attendance at a water agency meeting in Desert Hot Springs, CA.

8. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to approve Consent Calendar Item 8.1. Items 8.2 through 8.6 were pulled for public comment.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Item pulled for public comment.

8.2 Purchase of Roofing Materials from The Garland Company, Inc. for MLK Community Center
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-19.

Public comment received from Thomas Rike.

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Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving the Formal Bid Process Pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchasing and Authorizing the City to Piggyback o nto California Multiple Award Schedule Contract # 4 -20-56-0006B with The Garland Company, Inc. for the Purchase of Roofing Materials in a Not -to-Exceed Amount of $539,297 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.”
ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve Consent Items 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

Item pulled for public comment.

8.3 Semi-Annual Report – Boards, Commissions, and Committees Attendance Report – Includes Third and Fourth Quarters of Calendar Year 2025.

Public comment received from Cesar Javier.

Recommendation: Receive and file.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve Consent Items 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

Item pulled for public comment.

8.4 Warrant Register No. 28 for the Period of 1/2/26 through 1/8/26 in the Amount of $891,653.51
Public comment received from:

Thomas Rike
Ed Nieto
Cesar Javier
Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $891,653.51.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve Consent Items 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

Item pulled for public comment.

8.5 Warrant Register No. 29 for the Period of 1/9/26 through 1/15/26 in the Amount of $2,500,464.49
Public comment received from Cesar Javier and Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,500,464.49.

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ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve Consent Items 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

Item pulled for public comment.

8.6 Warrant Register No. 30 for the Period of 1/16/26 through 1/22/26 in the Amount of $1,431,243.60
Public comment received from Cesar Javier and Thomas Rike Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $1,431,243.60.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve Consent Items 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

9. STAFF REPORTS

9.1 Investment Transactions for the Month Ended November 30, 2025.

Recommendation: Accept and File the Investment Transaction Ledger for the Month Ended November 30, 2025.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to accept and file.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

9.2 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the City of National City and the National City Police Officers’ Association (NCPOA)
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-20.

Public comment:

Cesar Javier
Thomas Rike
Ed Nieto
Marco Espinosa II

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, Califo rnia, Approving the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of National City and the National City Police Officers’ Association and Authorizing the Establishment of a Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026 Budget Appropriation in the Amount of $1,187,247 in the Genera l Fund to Fund Salary and Benefit Increases.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

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Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 7:56 p.m. and returned at 8:00 p.m.

9.3 Acting City Manager Compensation
Public comment:

Marco Espinosa II
Thomas Rike
Luisa McCarthy
Micaela Polanco
Recommendation: Approve a Temporary Base Salary Increase to $12,429.00 Biweekly for Chief of Police Alejandro Hernandez, Equal to 15% above His Current Salary Rate, While Serving as Acting City Manager, Effective March 3, 2026.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to accept the staff recommendation.

Motion carried by unanimous vote of those present.

In accordance with City Council Policy 104, remaining speakers for Item 5 provided public comment.

Virtual public comment was received from Madison Rapp.

10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Acting City Manager Hernandez provided closing comments.

11. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.

12. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Mayor Morrison introduced Interim City Attorney Skinner who announced that there was no reportable action for Closed Session Agenda Items 5.1 through 5.3.

San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 24CU009799C

5.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

5.3 LIABILITY CLAIM
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM NO. 25-184856
WCAB No. ADJ20551530
Claimant: Curtis Collinson

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13. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned the meeting in honor of Sadie Gonzalez to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

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Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk

The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026.

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Ron Morrison, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

CLOSED SESSION

March 17, 2026, 4:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Bush (arrived 4:14 p.m.)
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager / Police Chief Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (via Zoom)
Martha Juarez, Acting Deputy City Manager/Assistant Director of Public Works
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Alicia Hicks, Human Resources Director

_____________________________________________________________________ 1 CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 4:06 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: Bush (arrived at 4:14), Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Rodriguez led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Public Comment will be restricted to Agenda Items Only) There were no public comments.

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5. CLOSED SESSION
Members retired into Closed Session at 4: 10 p.m. and returned at 5:56 p.m. with all members present in attendance: Bush (arrived at 4:14), Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison, and Skinner.

Staff entered Closed Session at 4: 10 p.m. for Item No. 5.1; Hicks, Skinner, Juarez, and Hernandez. Outside Counsel in attendance for Item 5.1.

Interim City Attorney Skinner announcement of actions taken in Closed Session would be made at the 6:00 p.m. meeting.

5.1 SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Pursuant to paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 Number of Cases: 1

5.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

5.3 LIABILITY CLAIM
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM NO. 21-158619
WCAB No. ADJ15287062
Claimant: Thomas Wilkins

6. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

__________________________
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026. __________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

March 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Bush
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (via Zoom)
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Jeremy Day, Fire Battalion Chief
Danielle Ghio, City Librarian
Tirza Gonzalez, Operations Manager
Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Acting Deputy City Manager
David McEachern, Community Development Specialist III
Sergio Mora, Fire Chief
Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Martin Reeder, Director of Community Development
Chris Sullivan, Police Captain
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:14 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: Bush, Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison

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Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Bush led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION
Invocation delivered by National City Christian Center Co-Pastor Robert Dominguez.

Mayor Morrison announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Gail Mitchell and Esperanza Nunez de Molina.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing two (2) minutes per comment.

In-Person Comment:

Roberto Umana R. Pacheco
Matias Ed Nieto
Sue Mayberry Doyle Morrison
Ted Godshalk Alisha Morrison
Luisa McCarthy Maria Sanchez
Mica Polanco Jennifer Gustamante
JoAnn Fields
Purita Javier
Cesar Javier
M. Severson
M. Cuevas
Paul Wapnowski
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. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION
Item taken out of order.

6.4 Employee of the Quarter - Blanca Rincon
Acting Deputy City Manager Martha Juarez introduced Blanca Rincon. Mayor Morrison presented the Proclamation. Proclamation was accepted by Blanca Rincon.

Item taken out of order.

6.2 Proclamation - Sweetwater High School Mock Trial Team Vice-Mayor Molina introduced the members of the team. Mayor Morrison presented the Proclamation. The Proclamation was accepted by team members.

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Item taken out of order.

6.3 Proclamation - Honoring the Sweetwater High School Girls Wrestling Team Councilmember Bush introduced the team. Mayor Morrison presented the Proclamation to the team. The Proclamation was accepted by team members.

Item taken out of order.

6.1 Proclamation - Women's History Month Honoring America Donatto, Ana R.

Melgoza, Catherine "Cat" Arambula, Christine Moore, Christine Perri, Clarissa Reyes Falcon, Dr. Guadalupe Rodriguez Corona, Dr. Zaihly Azar, Fanny Miller, Janice Martineli, Jennifer Bustamante, Jenny Ng, JoAnn Fields, Katty Ibarra - Garcia, Liz Ramirez, Maria Carriedo Ceniceros, MD, Melyn Acasio, Michelle Diaz Agha, Norma Bello, Sandy Naranjo, Sarah Morga, Sofia Salgado Robitaille, Ugochi Iwuaba, Veronica Dela Rosa, M.B.A.

Written comment was received from Luisa McCarthy and Micaela Polanco.

Vice-Mayor Molina introduced the honorees. Mayor Morrison presented the proclamation. The honorees were present and accepted the proclamation.

Mayor Morrison called for a recess at 7:33 p.m., all returned to the dais at 7:45 p.m.

7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
Public comment was received by Cesar Javier.

Councilmember Yamane provided an update on a legislative meeting for the Sweetwater Authority and provided information for the Water Affordability Program. Councilmember Yamane reported on San Diego Community Power and their support of Senate Bill 1138 and Assembly Bill 1176.

Vice-Mayor Molina reported on the SANDAG Board of Director’s meeting and Closed Session discussion regarding ArcGis and an upcoming meeting for the Annual Board Retreat.

Mayor Morrison spoke to his attendance at the Civic Wells Conference on behalf of the Sweetwater Authority where rural and urban planning and government policy issues were discussed.

Port of San Diego Commissioner GilAnthony Ungab provided a PowerPoint presentation.

8. INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS

8.1 Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – City Council Interview and Appointment for the Planning Commission and the Housing Advisory Committee.

Public comment was received from Cesar Javier.

Recommendation: City Council to Conduct Interviews and Appoint.

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Interviews were conducted for the following Planning Commission applicants:

Richard Martin Miller
Randi Castle-Salgado
Sean Sampsell
City Council ballot votes for two Planning Commissioners were as follows:

Councilmember Bush – Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado Councilmember Rodriguez – Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado Councilmember Yamane – Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado Vice-Mayor Molina – Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado Mayor Morrison – Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado Applicants Richard Martin Miller and Randi Castle-Salgado received the majority of the votes and were reappointed to the Planning Commission with a term ending March 31, 2030.

Interviews were not conducted for the Housing Advisory Committee. The City Council continued appointment consideration to a future City Council meeting to allow for more applicants.

8.2 Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – Mayoral Appointments to the Board of Library Trustees; Community & Police Relations Commission; and, Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee.

Recommendation: Mayoral Appointment with the City Councilmembers’ Confirmation.

ACTION: Motion by Mayor Morrison, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to appoint Ricardo Carmona to the Board of Library Trustees with a term ending September 30, 2027.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Mayor Morrison to appoint Jared Blackwell and Rob Rice to the Community & Police Relations Commission with a term ending March 31, 2029.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

ACTION: Motion by Mayor Morrison, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to appoint Jesus Hizon and Lorna Delos Santos to the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee with a term ending March 31, 2029.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to approve Consent Calendar Items with the exception of agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6, 9.11,

9.13, and 9.14 pulled for public comment . Item 9. 8 was pulled by Councilmember Rodriguez for discussion.

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Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.2 Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes.

Approve and file.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion.

Item taken out of order.

9.8 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Councilmember Rodriguez posed questions to staff. Director of Community Development Martin Reeder addressed the Council.

Recommendation: Accept and file the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report Pursuant to California Code Section 65400 to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) and Office of Planning and Research (“OPR”).

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Bush to accept and file the report.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion.

9.3 Approval of an Amendment to the Agreement with Civ ica Law Group, APC, for Legal Services in Connection with a Specific Code Enforcement Litigation by Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $ 500,000.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-21.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing an Amendment to the Agreement between the City of National City and Civica Law Group, APC, for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Code Enforcement by Increasing the Not -to- Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $500,000.” ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

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9.4 California State Library Lunch at the Library Grant Funds Acceptance Adopted Resolution No. 2026-22.

Adopt the Resolution Entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Accept the California State Library Grant in the Amount of $6,428 to Fund the National City Public Library’s Lunch at the Library Program for Summer 2026 , and Authorizing the Establishment of a Library Grants Fund Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget in the Amount of $6,428.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

9.5 Citywide Sharp Multi-Function Device Lifecycle Replacement Adopted Resolution No. 2026-23.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving the Formal Bid Process pursuant to Nat ional City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchasing and Authorizing the City to Piggyback onto the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint Master Agreement #188627 through the State of California Participating Addendum #7-24-70-46-07 with Sharp Business Systems, a Division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, for the Lease and Maintenance of Twenty-four Multi-Function Devices; and 2) Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Related to the Lease and Maintenance of the Sharp Multi-function Devices.”
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

9.6 First Amendment to the Agreement with Circuit Transit Inc. for operations of the FRANC Electric Vehicle On-Demand Shuttle Service
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-24.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Written comment was received from Zaide Jurado.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute a First Amendment to the Agreement with Circuit Transit Inc. t o Modify the Scope of Services and Extend the Term of the Agreement to September 3, 2027.”

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ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.7 2024 and 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Reports
Accept and file the reports.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.9 Installation of “2 -Hour” Parking on the East Side of “I” Avenue, Adjacent to Crisostomo Dental Located at 905 E. 8th Street to Increase Parking Turnover for Customers.”
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-25.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Installation of 70 feet of Parallel “2 -hour” Parking on the East Side of “I” Avenue Adjacent to Crisostomo Dental Located at 905 E. 8th Street to Increase Parking Turnover for Customers.” Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.10 Project Close-Out and Notice of Completion for the Eastside I -805 Community Greenbelt Project, CIP No. 22-09.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-26.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Accepting the Work Performed by Dick Miller, Inc. for the Eastside I-805 Community Greenbelt Project, CIP No. 22-09; 2) Ratifying Change Order Work in the Amount of $1,132,922.28; 3) Approving the Final Contract Amount of $4,229,896.61; 4) Ratifying the Release of Retention in the Amount of $211,494.83; and 5) Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Notice of Completion.” Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

9.11 Project Close-Out and Notice of Completion for the Kimball Park Ballfield Lighting Improvements, CIP No. 24-10.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-27.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Accepting the Work Performed by Huntington Beach Electric Inc. for the Kimball Park Ballfield Lighting Improvements Project, CIP No. 24 -10; 2) Approving the Final Contract Amount of $246,613.53; 3) Ratifying the Release of Retention in the Amount of $12,330.68; and

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4) Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Notice of Completion.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendat ion for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.12 Temporary Use Permit – 7th Annual End of Summer Car Show and Cruise Hosted by Plaques for Warriors at Kimball Park on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with No Waiver of Fees
Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit Subject to Compliance with all Conditions of Approval with No Waiver of Fees and in Accordance with City Council Policy 802.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

9.13 Warrant Register No. 31 for the Period of 1/23/26 through 1/29/26 in the Amount of $2,965,337.79
Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,965,337.79.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

9.14 Warrant Register No. 32 for the Period of 1/30/26 through 2/5/26 in the Amount of $2,925,883.20
Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,925,883.20.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation for agenda items 9.3, 9.5, 9.6,

9.11, 9.13, and 9.14.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

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10. PUBLIC HEARING

10.1 Public Hearing No. 1 of 2 for the 2026-2027 HUD CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan.

Community Development Specialist III David McEachern reported on the item.

Recommendation: Conduct the Public Hearing and Receive Public Comments on the Upcoming FY2026-2027 HUD Annual Action Plan.

Mayor Morrison declared the Public Hearing open at 9:09 p.m.

There was no public comment.

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.

10.2 Consideration of a Determination Categorically Exempt from (CEQA) Under Class 3 of the CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 and Conditional Use Permit for Beer and Wine Sales at a New Restaurant to be Located at 21 West 7th Street.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-28.

Director of Community Development Martin Reeder provided a PowerPoint presentation. Applicant Marco Pollo was present and answered questions posed by the City Council.

Councilmember Yamane disclosed that she had spoken with the applicant.

Mayor Morrison declared the Public Hearing open at 9:33 p.m.

There was no public comment.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane , seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to close the public hearing.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Public Hearing closed at 9:33 p.m.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Determining that the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Under Class 3 of the CEQA Gui delines Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Beer and Wine Sales (ABC Type-41) at a New Restaurant to be Located at 21 West 7th Street.” ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to adopt the resolution.

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Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 9:38 p.m. and returned at 9:42 p.m.

Councilmember Bush left the dais at 9:42 p.m. and returned at 9:43 p.m.

11. STAFF REPORTS

11.1 Presentation - Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transport Program Battalion Chief Jeremy Day provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Public comment received from Ed Nieto.

Recommendation: Receive the Presentation Regarding the P rogress toward Building a Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transport Program as a Permanent Emergency Service Delivery Model for the National City Fire Department.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to direct staff to continue the work in Phases 1-5, report back to the City Council in 60 days, and provide an update on work being for all phases in the operational timelines.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

In accordance with City Council Policy 104, remaining speakers for Agenda Item No. 5 provided public comment.

Virtual Comment:

Terri Skelly
Becky Rapp
Madison Rapp

12. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Interim City Manager Hernandez provided closing comments.

13. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.

14. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Mayor Morrison introduced Interim City Attorney Heidi Skinner who announced there was no reportable action on Closed Session Items 5.1 through 5.4.

5.1 SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Pursuant to Paragraph (2) Subdivision (d) Government Code Section 54956.9 Number of Cases: 1

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5.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

5.3 LIABILITY CLAIM
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code 54956.9 WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM NO. 21-158619
WCAB Case No. ADJ15287062
Claimant: Thomas Wilkins

5.4 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Attorney

15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned the meeting in memory of Gail Mitchell and Esperanza Nunez de Molina to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 10:31 p.m.

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Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk

The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026.

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Ron Morrison, Mayor

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Police Department
Prepared by: Chris Sullivan, Police Captain
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Approval to Add One (1) Executive Assistant II (1.0 FTE) position to the Police Department ’s Authorized Position Count

RECOMMENDATION:

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

The Police Department is requesting the addition of a full-time Executive Assistant II position to its Authorized Position Count. This position will work directly to the Police Administration within the Chief’s Office, and is necessary to support the sensitive and confidential nature of the office’s operations.

Currently, the Chief’s Office is staffed by one Executive Assistant IV and one Administrative Secretary. However, the responsibilities of the Administrative Secretary are not fully aligned with the level of confidentiality required in the Chief’s Office and would be better suited within another unit of the Police Department.

Given the high volume of confidential materials, sensitive communications, and secure records managed within the Chief’s Office, there is clear operational need for a second confidential-level position. The addition of an Executive Assistant II will ensure appropriate handling of confidential information and strengthen the overall administrative support to Police Administration.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

The estimated cost of adding 1.0 FTE Executive Assistant II for the remainder of FY 26 is approximately $34,000. Upon approval, the cost will be incorporated into the existing General Fund Personnel Services budget . Ongoing annual costs are estimated at approximately $136,000 and will be included in the proposed FY27 budget.

FY26 Expenditures: 100-70-21-21100-6***- (***various personnel accounts) totaling $34,000.

FY27 Expenditures: 100-70-21-21100-6***- (***various personnel accounts) totaling $136,000.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBIT:

Exhibit A - Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY , CALIFORNIA, ADDING 1.0 FTE TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT’S AUTHORIZED POSITION COUNT FOR AN EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT II POSITION AND AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE OF $34,000 TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT’S FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 PERSONNEL BUDGET.

WHEREAS, the Police Department has requested the addition of 1.0 FTE ( a full-time position) to its current year authorized position count for an Executive Assistant II position to work directly for the Police Administration in the Chief’s Office; and WHEREAS, the department currently has one Executive Assistant IV and one Administrative Secretary in the Chief’s Office but, due to the volume of confidential materials, confidential discussions and information, and the confidential files within the Chief’s Office, the department is in need of a second confidential position; and WHEREAS, the Executive Assistant II position will cost an estimated $136,000 over a one-year period, and will cost $34,000 over the current fiscal year 2025-2026 adopted budget to fund the position for the remainder of this fiscal year.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the addition of 1.0 FTE to the Police Department’s authorized position count for an Executive Assistant II position.

Section 2: That the City Council hereby authorizes increasing fiscal year 2025-2026 General Fund budget appropriations in the Police Department’s personnel budget by the amount of $34,000.

Section 3: That th e City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter in into the book of original Resolutions.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 7th day of April, 2026.

_______________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

___________________________
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

________________________________
Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Attorney's Office
Prepared by: Richard Romero, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Approval of an Agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP to represent the City of National City in Connection with Litigation Pertaining to Flood Related Matters Resulting from the January 2024 Rains.

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “ Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing an Agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP for Legal Services in Connection with Litigation Related to the January 2024 Rain Event.”

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

In January of 2024, the City of National and surrounding areas experienced a catastrophic rain event that resulted in flooding throughout the region. On October 15, 2024, the City entered into an agreement with Hamrick & Evans, LLP to represent the City in connection with flood litigation from the rain event. Effective April 1, 2026, the primary attorneys and staff representing the City on the flood litigation have joined the law firm of Price, Postel & Parma LLP and will be substituting in to the litigation for Hamrick & Evans, LLP.

To ensure continuity of representation for the City, staff recommends entering into an agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP to continue legal repr esentation for the City in connection with litigation regarding flood litigation matters from the January 2024 rain event, including: Rosaure Delgado, et al. vs City of National City, et al ., Case No. 24CU013086C; Martin, et al. v. City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU014995C; Manuel Aguirre, et al. v. City of San Diego, et al., Case No. 24CU017722C; Melanie Arroyo Rodriguez, et al v. City National City et al., Case Nos. 24CU025594C & 24CV025851C; Cortez, et al. v. City of National City, et al. , Case No. 24CU026011C; and any future food litigation matters.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Funds exist in account 627-10-15-15600-7432 – Liability Claim Cost

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

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PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A - Agreement
Exhibit B – Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA,

AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH PRICE, POSTEL & PARMA LLP FOR LEGAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH LITIGATION RELATED TO THE JANUARY 2024 RAIN EVENT.

WHEREAS, the City of National City (“City”) engages outside legal support for specialized areas, including litigation; and
WHEREAS, on October 15, 2024, City entered into an agreement with Hamrick & Evans, LLP to represent City in connection with flood litigation from the January 2024 rain event for an amount not to exceed $50,000 (the “Hamrick Agreement”); and WHEREAS, on November 12, 2024, City and Hamrick & Evans, LLP amended the Hamrick Agreement to include additional flood litigation; and WHEREAS, on March 18, 2025, City and Hamrick & Evans, LLP again amended the Hamrick Agreement to include additional flood litigation and to increase the not-to-exceed amount to $250,000; and
WHEREAS, effective April 1, 2026, the primary attorneys and staff representing City on the flood litigation have joined the law firm of Price, Postel & Parma LLP and will be substituting in to the litigation for Hamrick & Evans, LLP; and
WHEREAS, to ensure continuity of representation for the City, City staff recommends entering into an agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP to continue legal representation for the City in connection with litigation regarding flood litigation matters from the January 2024 rain event, including: Rosaure Delgado, et al. vs City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU013086C; Martin, et al. v. City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU014995C; Manuel Aguirre, et al. v. City of San Diego, et al ., Case No. 24CU017722C; Melanie Arroyo Rodriguez, et al v. City National City et al., Case Nos. 24CU025594C & 24CV025851C; Cortez, et al. v. City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU026011C; and any future food litigation matters.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute an agreement with Price, Postel & Parma LLP to represent the City of National City in connection with litigation regarding flood litigation matters, including: Rosaure Delgado, et al. vs City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU013086C; Martin, et al. v. City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU014995C; Manuel Aguirre, et al. v. City of San Diego, et al ., Case No. 24CU017722C; Melanie Arroyo Rodriguez, et al v. City National City et al., Case Nos. 24CU025594C & 24CV025851C; Cortez, et al. v. City of National City, et al., Case No. 24CU026011C; and any future food litigation matters.

Section 2: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this R esolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

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PASSED and ADOPTED this 7th day of April 2026.

Ron Morrison, Mayor

ATTEST:

Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Engineering and Public Works
Prepared by: Ricardo Rodriguez, Associate Engineer-Civil Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Awarding a Contract to Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. for the Martin Luther King Jr.

Community Center Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. 26-03.

RECOMMENDATION:

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

In October 2024, the Engineering & Public Works Department commissioned a comprehensive roof inspection and assessment of all City -owned facilities. The results of the assessment confirmed that the roof covering the Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Jr. Community Center located at 140 E. 12th Street, which was installed nearly 20 years ago, has exceeded its useful life and needs to be replaced. The MLK Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement project, CIP No. 26-03 will remove and replace the existing roof with a 30-year rated roof per project specifications.

On January 26, 202 6, the bid solicitation was posted on PlanetBids, a free public electronic bidding system for contractors. On January 29, 2026 and February 5, 2026, the bid solicitation was advertised in the local newspaper. On February 26, 2026, seven (7) bids were received by the 2:00 p.m. deadline and Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. was the apparent lowest bidder with a total bid amount of $263,883.

Upon review of all documents submitted, Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc.’s bid was deemed responsive and they are the lowest responsible bidder qualified to perform the work as described in the project specifications.

Staff recommends awarding a contract to Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. in the not-to- exceed amount of $263,883 and authorizing a 15% contingency in the amount of $ 39,583 to address any unforeseen conditions that may arise.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Appropriations are available in the General Fund Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget in the following expenditure account:

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Contract Award
399-10-18-18500-7598-1500100 (Facility Upgrades) – $263,883

15% Contingency
399-10-18-18500-7598-1500100 (Facility Upgrades) – $39,583

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Public Safety

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is a project under CEQA subject to a Categorical Exemption. Existing Facilities. CCR 15301(c).

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Bid Opening Summary
Exhibit B – Summary of Bid Items
Exhibit C – Owner-Contractor Agreement
Exhibit D – Resolution

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Exhibit A

BID OPENING SUMMARY

NAME: MLK Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement
CIP NO: 26-03
DATE: February 26, 2026
TIME: 2:00 P.M.

ESTIMATE: $350,000
PROJECT ENGINEER: Ricardo Rodriguez

NO. BIDDER’S NAME BID AMOUNT BID SECURITY
- BOND
1 Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc.
9239 Olive Drive
Spring Valley, CA 91977
$263,883 Bond
2 A. Preman Roofing, Inc.
875 34th Street
San Diego, CA 92102
$279,917 Bond
3 Angelus Waterproofing & Restoration, Inc.
340 Vernon Way
El Cajon, CA 92020
$347,769 Bond
4 Sylvester Roofing Comapny Inc.
306N West El Norte Pkwy., #371
Escondido, CA 92026
$366,000 Bond
5 Southland Roofing Inc.
9127 S. Western Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90047
$385,000 Bond
6 AOS, Inc. dba Superior Roofing
1309 Deerbrook Drive
San Marcos, CA 92069
$390,000 Bond
7 Danny Letner, Inc.
1490 N Glassell St.

Orange, CA 92867
$467,000 Bond

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Exhibit B

SUMMARY OF BID ITEMS

NAME: MLK Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement
CIP NO: 26-03
DATE: February 26, 2026
TIME: 2:00 P.M.

ESTIMATE: $350,000
PROJECT ENGINEER: Ricardo Rodriguez

Commercial & Industrial
Roofing Co Inc. Preman Roofing and Solar
Angelus Waterproofing &
Restoration, Inc.

Item Description Unit Qty Unit Price Line Total Unit Price Line Total Unit Price Line Total 1 Removal, disposal, and replacement of the
existing roofing system and installation of
new roofing system per specifications
LS 1
$263,883.00 $263,883.00 $279,917.00 $279,917.00 $347,769.00 $347,769.00 Subtotal $263,883.00 $279,917.00 $347,769.00
Total $263,883.00 $279,917.00 $347,769.00

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OWNER - CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT

MLK JR COMMUNITY CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT, CIP NO. 26-03

This Owner-Contractor Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between the City of National City , 1243 National City Boulevard National City , California 91950 and Commercial & Industrial Roofing C o., Inc. (“Contractor”), 9239 Olive Dr., Spring Valley, CA 91977 on the 7th day of April, 2026, for the construction of the above refe renced Project.

In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth herein, the Owner and Contractor have mutually agreed as follows:

1. CONSTRUCTION

The Contractor agrees to do all the work and furnish all the labor, services, materials and equipment necessary to construct and complete the Project in a turn -key manner in accordance with this Agreement and all documents and plans referenced in Exhibit “A”, (hereinafter “Contract Documents ”), in compliance with all relevant Federal, State of California, County of San Diego and City of National City codes and regulations, and to the satisfaction of the Owner.

2. CONTRACT PRICE

Owner hereby agrees to pay and the Contractor agrees to accept as full compensation for constructing the project in accordance with these Contract Documents in an amount not to exceed the contract price as set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Payments to the Contractor shall be made in the manner described in the Special Provisions.

3. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE

Time is of the essence for this Agreement and the Contractor shall construct the project in every detail to a complete and turn-key fashion to the satisfaction of the Owner within the specified duration set forth in the Special Provisions.

4. NON-DISCRIMINATION

In the performance of this Agreement, the Contractor shall not refuse or fail to hire or employ any qualified person, or bar or discharge from employment any person, o r discriminate against any person, with respect to such person's compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of such person's race, religious status, sex or age.

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5. AUTHORIZED OWNER REPRESENTATIVES

On behalf of the Owner, the Project Manager designated at the pre-construction meeting shall be the Owner’s authorized representative in the interpretation and enforcement of all Work performed in connection with this Agreement.

6. WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE

a) By my signature hereunder, as Contractor, I certify that I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code, which requires every employer to be insured against liability for Workers’ Compensation or to undertake self -insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Work of this Agreement.

b) The Contractor shall require each subcontractor to comply with the requirements of Section 3700 of the Labor Code. Before commencing any Work, the Contractor shall cause each subcontractor to execute the following certification:

"I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code, which requires every employer to be insured against liability for worker's compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Work of this Agreement."

7. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; CONFLICT

The Contract Documents comprise the entire agreement between the Owner and the Contractor with respect to the Work. In the event of conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the bid of the Contractor, then this Agreement shall control and nothing herein shall be considered as an acceptance of the terms of the bid conflicting herewith.

8. MAINTENANCE OF AGREEMENT DOCUMENTATION

Contractor shall maintain all books, documents, papers, employee time sheets, accounting records and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and shall make such materials available at its office at all reasonable times during the term of this Agreement and for three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement, for inspection by Owner and copies thereof shall be furnished to Owner if requested.

9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

At all times during the term of this Agreement, Contractor shall be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee, agent, partner or joint venturer of the Owner .

Owner shall have the right to control Contractor insofar as the results of Contractor's

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services rendered pursuant to this Agreement; however, Owner shall not have the right to control the means by which Contractor accomplishes such services.

10. LICENSES AND PERMITS

Contractor represents and declares to Owner that it has all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature which are legally required to practice its profession.

Contractor represents and warrants to Owner that Contractor shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement, any licenses, permits, qualifications or approvals which are legally required for Contractor to practice its profession.

11. GOVERNING LAW, VENUE

This Agreement and the Contract Documents shall be construed under and in accordance with the laws of the State of California, and the appropriate venue for any action or proceeding arising from this Agreement and/or the Contract Documents shall be had in the Superior Court of San Diego, Central Branch.

12. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original.

13. FALSE CLAIMS

Contractor acknowledges that if a false claim i s submitted to the Owner , it may be considered fraud and Contractor may be subject to criminal prosecution. Contractor acknowledges that the False Claims Act, California Government Code sections 12650, et seq., provides for civil penalties where a person knowingly submits a false claim to a public entity. These provisions include within their scope false claims made with deliberate ignorance of the false information or in reckless disregard of the truth or falsity of the information. In the event the Own er seeks to recover penalties pursuant to the False Claims Act, it is entitled to recover its litigation costs, including attorneys’ fees. Contractor hereby acknowledges that the filing of a false claim may the Contractor to an administrative debarment proceeding wherein Contractor may be prevented from further bidding on public contracts for a period of up to five (5) years.

I have read and understood all of the provisions of this Section 15, above:

(Initial) (Initial)

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14. AGREEMENT MODIFICATION

This Agreement and the Contract Documents may not be modified orally or in any manner other than by an amendment in writing and signed by the Owner and the Contractor.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF this Agreement is executed as of the date first written above.

Owner: Contractor: Commercial & Industrial
Roofing Co., Inc.

Ron Morrison, City of National City (Owner/Officer signature)

Attest:

Print name and title

City Clerk, City of National City
(Second officer signature if a corporation)

Print name and title

Contractor’s City Business License No.

State Contractor’s License No. and Class

Business street address

City, State and Zip Code

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EXHIBIT A

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

Owner/Contractor Agreement

Bid Schedule

Addenda

Plans

Special Provisions (Specifications)

San Diego County Regional Standard Drawings

City of National City Standard Drawings

Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction and Regional Supplements (Greenbook)

State Standard Specifications

State Standard Plans

California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes

Permits issued by jurisdictional regulatory agencies

Electric, gas, and communications companies specifications and standards

Sweetwater Authority specifications and standards

Specifications, standards and requirements of MTS, BNSF, SANDAG, Port of San Diego and all other agencies that may be adjacent and/or affected by the project.

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EXHIBIT B

CONTRACT PRICE

No. Item Description Unit Quantity Unit Price Line Total 1 Removal, Disposal, and Replacement of the Existing
Roofing System and Installation of New Roofing
System per Specifications LS 1 $263,883.00 $263,883.00
Subtotal $263,883.00
Total $263,883.00

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CORPORATE CERTIFICATE

I, ___________________________________ certify that I am the Secretary of the Corporation named as Contractor in the foregoing Contract; that _____________________________________, who signed said contract on behalf of the Contractor, was then ______________________________________________ of said Corporation; that said contract was duly signed for and in behalf of said Corporation by authority of its governing body and is within the scope of its corporate powers.

I, ___________________________________ certify that I am the Secretary of the Corporation named as Contractor in the foregoing Contract; that _____________________________________, who signed said contract on behalf of the Contractor, was then _______________________________________________ of said Corporation; that said contract was duly signed for and in behalf of said Corporation by authority of its governing body and is within the scope of its corporate powers.

Corporate Seal:

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PARTNERSHIP CERTIFICATE

STATE OF ______________________________)
) ss
COUNTY OF _____________________________)

On this __________ day of ___________, 20____, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared:

_____________________________________________________________

____________________________ (Notary Seal)

known to me to be _________________________________of the partners of the partnership that executed the within instrument, and acknowledged to me that such partnership executed the same.

Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Name (Type or Print): _____________________________________________________ (Notary Public in and for said County and State)

My Commission expires: __________________________________________________

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PERFORMANCE BOND

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of National City , by Resolution No. _______________, passed the ____ day of ________, 20____ has awarded to ___________________________________, hereinafter designated as the "Principal", the MLK JR COMMUNITY CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT, CIP No. 26-03

WHEREAS, said Principal is required under the terms of said contract to furnish a bond for the faithful performance of said contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Principal and
___________________________________________ as surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City Council of the City of National City hereinafter called the "Council", in the penal sum of
_______________________________________________________($______________) lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH THAT if the above bounden Principal, his/her or its heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, shall in all things stand to and abide by, and well and truly keep and perform the covenants, conditions and agreements in the said contract any alteration thereof made as therein provides, on his or their part, to be kept and performed at the time and in the amount therein specified, and in all respects according to their true intent and meaning, and shall indemnify and save harmless the City of National City , the City Council, their officers, age nts, and employees, as therein stipulated, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise it shall be and remain in full force and virtue.

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And the said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work to be performed herein or the specifications accompanying the same shall in any wise affect its obligations on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or additions to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications.

In the event suit is brought upon this bond by the City of National City and judgment is recovered, the surety shall pay all costs incurred by the Counc il in such suit, including a reasonable attorney's fee to be fixed by the Court.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF three identical counterparts of this instrument, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original thereof, have been duly executed by the

Principal and Surety above named, on the ________ day of ____________, 20____.

____________________________(SEAL)

Surety Principal

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PERFORMANCE BOND

ATTORNEY-IN-FACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY

STATE OF ______________________________ )
) ss
COUNTY OF _____________________________)

On this______ day of ______________, 20____, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared ____________________________________________ known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument as the attorney -in-fact of the ____________________________________________, the corporation named as Surety in said instrument, and acknowledged to me that he subscribed the name of said corporation thereto as Surety, and his own name as attorney-in-fact.

NOTE: Signature of those executing for
Surety must be properly
acknowledged.

NOTE: The Attorney -in-fact must attach a
certified copy of the Power of
Attorney.

Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Name (Type or Print): _____________________________________________________ Notary Public in and for said County and State

My Commission expires: __________________________________________________

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PAYMENT BOND

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of National City , by Resolution No. ________________, passed the ____ day of ____________________, 20____ has awarded ________________________________________________, hereinafter designated as the "Principal”, the MLK JR COMMUNITY CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT, CIP NO. 26-03.

WHEREAS, said Principal is required by Chapter 5 (commencing at Section 3225) and Chapter 7 (commencing at Section 3247), Title 15, Part 4, Division 3 of the California Civil Code to furnish a bond in connection with said contract;

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Principal and __________________________________ as surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City Council of the City of National City , hereinafter called the "Council", in the penal sum of
____________________________________________ lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH that if said Princip al, his/her or its subcontractors, heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, shall fail to pay any of the persons named in Section 3181 of the California Civil Code, or amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Code with respect to work or labor performed by any such claimant, or for any amounts required to be deducted, withheld, and paid over to the Franchise Tax Board from the wages of employees of the Contractor and his subcontractors pursuant to Section 18806 of the Revenue and Taxati on Code, with respect to such work and labor the Surety will pay for the same in an amount not exceeding the sum hereinafter specified, and also, in case suit is brought upon this bond, a reasonable attorney's fee, to be fixed by the Court.

This Bond shall inure to the benefit of any of the persons named in Section 3181 of the California Civil Code, so as to give a right of action to such persons or their assigns in any suit brought upon this bond.

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It is further stipulated and agreed that the Surety on this bond shall not be exonerated or released from the obligation of this bond by any change, extension of time for performance, addition, alteration or modification in, to, or of any contract, plans, specifications, or agreement pertaining or relating to any scheme or work of improvement hereinabove described or pertaining or relating to the furnishing of labor, materials, or equipment therefore, not by any change or modification of any terms of payment or extension of the time for any payment pertaining o r relating to any scheme or work of improvement hereinabove described, nor by any rescission or attempted rescission of the contract, agreement or bond, nor by any conditions precedent or subsequent in the bond attempting to limit the right of recovery of claimants otherwise entitled to recover under any such contract or agreement or under the bond, nor by any fraud practiced by any person other than the claimant seeking to recover on the bond and that this bond be construed most strongly against the Surety and in favor of all persons for whose benefit such bond is given, and under no circumstances shall Surety be released from liability to those for whose benefit such bond has been given, by reason of any breach of contract between the owner of Public Entity and original contractor or on the part of any obliges named in such bond, but the sole conditions of recovery shall be that claimant is a person described in Section 3110 or 3112 of the California Civil Code, and has not been paid the full amount of his claim and that Surety does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, addition, alteration or modification herein mentioned.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF three identical counterparts of this instrument, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original thereof, have been duly executed by the Principal and Surety above named, on the ________ day of _____________________, 20____.

____________________________(SEAL)

Surety Principal

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ATTORNEY-IN-FACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY

STATE OF ______________________________ )
) ss
COUNTY OF _____________________________)

On this day _______ of __________________, 20 ____, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared ____________________________________________ known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument as the attorney -in-fact of the ____________________________________________, the corporation named as Surety in said instrument, and acknowledged to me that he subscribed the name of said corporation thereto as Surety, and his own name as attorney-in-fact.

NOTE: Signature of those executing for
Surety must be properly
acknowledged.

NOTE: The Attorney -in-fact must attach a
certified c opy of the Power of
Attorney.

Signature:

Name (Type or Print):
(Notary Public in and for said County and State)

My Commission expires:

ATTACH ALL BONDS

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PERFORMANCE BOND

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of National City , by Resolution No. 202 6- _____, passed the 7th day of April, 2026, has awarded to Commercial & Industrial Roofing C o., Inc., hereinafter designated as the "Principal", MLK Jr Community Center Roof Replacement, CIP No. 26-03.

WHEREAS, said Principal is required under the terms of said contract to furnish a bond for the faithful performance of said contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Principal and
___________________________________________ as surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City Council of the City of National City hereinafter called the "Council", in the penal sum of Two-hundred and sixty-three thousand, eight-hundred and eighty- three dollars ($263,883.00) lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH THAT if the above bounden Principal, his/her or its heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, shall in all things stand to and abide by, and well and truly keep and perform the covenants, conditions and agreements in the said contract any alteration thereof made as therein provides, on his or their part, to be kept and performed at the time and in the amount therein specified, and in all respects according to their true intent and meaning, and shall indemnify and save harmless the City of National City , the City Council, their officers, agents, and employees, as therein stipulated, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise it shall be and remain in full force and virtue.

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And the sa id Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work to be performed herein or the specifications accompanying the same shall in any wise affect its obligations on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or additions to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications.

In the event suit is brought upon this bond by the City of Nat ional City and judgment is recovered, the surety shall pay all costs incurred by the Council in such suit, including a reasonable attorney's fee to be fixed by the Court.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF three identical counterparts of this instrument, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original thereof, have been duly executed by the

Principal and Surety above named, on the ________ day of ____________, 20____.

____________________________(SEAL)

Surety Principal

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PERFORMANCE BOND

ATTORNEY-IN-FACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY

STATE OF ______________________________ )
) ss
COUNTY OF _____________________________)

On this______ day of ______________, 20____, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared ____________________________________________ known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument as the attorney -in-fact of the ____________________________________________, the corporation named as Surety in said instrument, and acknowledged to me that he subsc ribed the name of said corporation thereto as Surety, and his own name as attorney-in-fact.

NOTE: Signature of those executing for
Surety must be properly
acknowledged.

NOTE: The Attorney -in-fact must attach a
certified copy of the Power of
Attorney.

Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Name (Type or Print): _____________________________________________________ Notary Public in and for said County and State

My Commission expires: __________________________________________________

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PAYMENT BOND

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of National City , by Resolution No. 202 6- _____, passed the 7th day of April, 2026, has awarded Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., I nc., hereinafter designated as the "Principal”, MLK Jr Community Center Roof Replacement, CIP No. 26-03.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Principal and __________________________________ as surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City Council of the City of National City , hereinafter called the "Council", in the penal sum of Two -hundred and sixty -three thousand, eight- hundred and eighty -three dollars ($263,883.00) lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH that if said Principal, his/her or its subcontractors, heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, shall fail to pay any of the persons named in Section 3181 of the California Civil Code, or amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Code with respect to work or labor performed by any such claimant, or for any amounts required to be deducted, withheld, and paid over to the Franchise Tax Board from the wages of employees of the Contractor and his subcontractors pursuant to Section 18806 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, with respect to such work and labor the Surety will pay for the same in an amount not exceeding the sum hereinafter specified, and also, in case suit is brought upon this bond, a reasonable attorney's fee, to be fixed by the Court.

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It is further stipulated and agreed that the Surety on this bond shall not be exonerated or released from the obligation of this bond by any change, extension of time for performance, addition, alteration or modification in, to, or of any contract, plans, specifications, or agreement pertaining or relating to any scheme or work of improvement hereinabove described or pertaining or relating to the furnishing of lab or, materials, or equipment therefore, not by any change or modification of any terms of payment or extension of the time for any payment pertaining or relating to any scheme or work of improvement hereinabove described, nor by any rescission or attempted rescission of the contract, agreement or bond, nor by any conditions precedent or subsequent in the bond attempting to limit the right of recovery of claimants otherwise entitled to recover under any such contract or agreement or under the bond, nor by any fraud practiced by any person other than the claimant seeking to recover on the bond and that this bond be construed most strongly against the Surety and in favor of all persons for whose benefit such bond is given, and under no circumstances shall Surety be released from liability to those for whose benefit such bond has been given, by reason of any breach of contract between the owner of Public Entity and original contractor or on the part of any obliges named in such bond, but the sole conditions of rec overy shall be that claimant is a person described in Section 3110 or 3112 of the California Civil Code, and has not been paid the full amount of his claim and that Surety does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, addition, alteration or modification herein mentioned.

____________________________(SEAL)

Surety Principal

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ATTORNEY-IN-FACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY

STATE OF ______________________________ )
) ss
COUNTY OF _____________________________)

NOTE: Signature of those executing for
Surety must be properly
acknowledged.

NOTE: The Attorney -in-fact must attach a
certified copy of the Power of
Attorney.

Signature:

Name (Type or Print):
(Notary Public in and for said County and State)

My Commission expires:

ATTACH ALL BONDS

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, 1) AWARDING A CONTRACT TO COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL ROOFING CO., INC. IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $263,883 FOR THE M ARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

COMMUNITY CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT, CIP NO. 26-03; 2) AUTHORIZING A 15% CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,583 FOR ANY UNFORESEEN CHANGES; AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT.

WHEREAS, the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement project, CIP No. 26-03 (the “Project”) will remove and replace the existing roof at the Martin Luther King Jr.

Community Center located at 140 E. 12th Street; and

WHEREAS, on January 26, 2026, the bid solicitation for the Project was posted on PlanetBids, a free public electronic bidding system for contractors; and

WHEREAS, on January 29th and February 5th, 2026, the bid solicitation was advertised in the local newspaper; and

WHEREAS, on February 26, 2026, seven (7) bids were received by the 2:00 p.m. deadline; and

WHEREAS, upon review of all documents submitted, Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc.’s bid in the total bid amount of $263,883 was deemed responsive and they are the lowest responsible bidder qualified to perform the work as described in the Project specifications; and

WHEREAS, City staff recommends 1) awarding a contract to Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc . in the not to -exceed amount of $263,883 for the Martin Luther King Jr.

Community Center Roof Replacement project, CIP No. 26-03; 2) authorizing a 15% contingency in the amount of $39,583 for any unforeseen changes; and 3) authorizing the Mayor to execute the contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute the contract with Commercial & Industrial Roofing Co., Inc. in the not-to-exceed amount of $263,883 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Roof Replacement project, CIP No. 26-03.

Section 2: That the City Council hereby authorizes a 15% contingency in the amount of $39,583 for any unforeseen changes.

Section 3: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 7th day of April, 2026.

Ron Morrison, Mayor
ATTEST:

Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

City Council 2026 Legislative Recess

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Staff Recommendation to Observe a Legislative Recess for the Month of July 2026, as Allowed by National City Municipal Code (NCMC) 2.04.020, and City Council Policy No. 104 (III)(H), and (K).

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Legislative Recess - July
Since 2014, the City Council (Council) has observed a legislative recess during the summer to provide City Staff and Elected Officials an opportunity to catch up on work, reenergize, and prepare for the start of a new fiscal year. The purpose of this agenda item is to determine whether the City Council would like to once again consider a legislative recess in 2026.

Background
Observing a legislative recess from a City Council Meeting Schedule is practiced in a number of San Diego cities that recess both in the summer and winter. Some cities, the State Legislature and quasi-governmental entities such as the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and the Airport Authority, recess ov er an entire month, generally in the summer. For the past nine (9) years, the City Council voted to recess during the month of July. Prior to that the City Council voted to recess during the month of August one (1) time. This is consistent with City Council Policy #104 Section III Meetings (H):

H. City Council Recess Periods: The City Council has traditionally observed a recess period during the summer to provide elected officials and staff an opportunity to catch up on work, reenergize after a lengthy budget and strategic planning process, and prepare for the start of a new fiscal year. For purposes of this policy, a recess period is defined as a period of time longer than twenty (20) days without a regular or special meeting of the Council.

To assist the City Council with its decision, please note the following:

Should the City Council recess in July, there would be (6) weeks between meetings (June 1 6- August 4, 2026). As a reminder, the first meeting after the break, Tuesday, August 4, 2026, is also “National Night Out.” City Councils in the past have opted to begin the City Council Meeting

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at 5:00 p.m. with a light agenda, allowing the City Council to attend the “National Night-Out Against Crime” events held in the City.

National City Municipal Code Section 2.04.020 – Dispensing with Meetings.

In the event that the time of a regular meeting of the City Council falls on a holiday or election day, no meeting will be held that week. Any regular meeting may be dispensed with by a vote of the City Council.

City Council Policy No. 104 (III)(K)
K. Holidays or Elections: In the event that a regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled on the same day as a legal holiday or an election day on which a National City Candidate or National City Measure appears on the ballot, no meeting will be held that week. Any regular meeting may be dispensed with by a majority vote of the City Council.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not Applicable

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Communication and Outreach

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBIT:

Not Applicable

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Planning
Prepared by: Sophia Depew, Assistant Planner
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Certification of a Negative Declaration and Approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for Liquified Petroleum Gas Storage and Dispensing to be Located at 2100 Haffley Avenue.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff Recommends Certification of the Negative Declaration and Approval of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for Liquified Petroleum Gas (Propane) Storage and Dispensing Equipment , Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-03. Liquified Petroleum Gas (Propane) Storage and Dispensing is a conditionally allowed Use in the Medium Manufacturing Zone and Coastal Overlay Zone.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

On March 16 , 202 6, the Planning Commission recommended certification of the Negative Declaration and approval of the CUP and CDP by the following vote:

Ayes: Castle, Gogue, Miller Nays: Armenta, Quinones Absent: Valenzuela

One seat on the Planning Commission is currently vacant.

EXPLANATION:

The applicant, WestAir, is a multi -use retail gas supplier proposing propane storage and dispensing operations at their new location at 2100 Haffley Avenue. The applicant proposes to install and operate a 30,000 -gallon above ground horizontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment. Propane will be delivered via commercial propane transport trucks from regional suppliers and transported directly to the on -site 30,000-gallon storage tank once every two weeks. Propane will be dispensed for retail customers in five-to-twenty-five-gallon tanks. The business is in the Medium Manufacturing zone and Coastal Zone overlay. The property is an 88,880 square-foot industrial site, with an e xisting 24,000 square-foot warehouse building. The current use of the site, industrial gas warehouse and retail sales, is a use that is permitted by right in the absence of the requested propane storage and dispensing. WestAir has also been operating for several years at 2300 Haffley Avenue.

The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on March 16 , 202 6, and voted to recommend approval of the request based on the attached findings and recommended Conditions of Approval. The attached Planning Commission staff report describes the proposal in detail.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

An application fee of $3,700 was paid with the submittal of the subject CUP and a fee of $800 for the CDP. Fees are anticipated to cover the cost of staff review time and processing of the permit.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Balanced Budget and Economic Development

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is a project under CEQA and after Initial Study qualifies for a Negative Declaration. CCR 15371.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A - Planning Commission Staff Report with attachments Exhibit B – 03/16/26 Planning Commission PowerPoint slides

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Item no. 6
March 16, 2026

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - PLANNING DIVISION
1243 NATIONAL CITY BLVD., NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT

Title: PUBLIC HEARING – CONSIDERATION OF

CERTIFICATION OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATIO N AND

APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR LIQUIFIED

PETROLEUM GAS (PROPANE) STORAGE AND
DISPENSING LOCATED AT 2100 HAFFLEY AVENUE.

Case File No.: 2025-26 CUP, CDP, IS

Location: 2100 Haffley Avenue

Assessor’s Parcel Nos.: 559-040-08-01

Staff report by: Sophia Depew, Assistant Planner

Applicant: Chris Castiglione, West Air

Zoning designation: Medium Manufacturing – Coastal Zone (MM-CZ)

Adjacent land use/zoning:

North: Wood Treatment Facility / MM-CZ

East: Auto Rental Storage Lot / MM-CZ

South: Fabrication Technology Industries & WestAir / MM-CZ West: BNSF tracks / MM-CZ

Environmental review: Initial Study and Negative Declaration

Staff recommendation: Certify the Negative Declaration and approve the Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit based on the
attached findings and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval

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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends certification of the Negative Declaration and approval of the proposed project requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for liquified petroleum gas storage and dispensing to install and operate a 30,000- gallon above ground propane tank based on the findings and subject to the recommended conditions in the attached resolution. The project is consistent with the General Plan and Local Coastal Plan.

Executive Summary
The applicant, WestAir, is a multi-use retail gas supplier proposing propane storage and dispensing operations at their new location at 2 100 Haffley Avenue . The business is located in the Medium Manufacturing zone and Coastal Zone overlay. The property is an 88,880 square -foot industrial site, with an existing 24,000 square -foot warehouse building. The current use of the site, industrial g as warehouse and retail sales, is a use that is permitted by right in the absence of the requested propane storag e and dispensing. WestAir has also been operating for several years at 2300 Haffley Avenue.

Due to the characteristics of the proposed proje ct, an Initial Study (IS) checklist pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was prepared with a draft Negative Declaration (ND). Planning Commission approval is required for the certification of the ND, as well as the CUP and CDP. The i nitial request from the applicant included a hydrogen fueling station, which was later withdrawn.

The property is located within the City’s Coastal Zone (CZ) overlay and subject to the development regulations outlined in the Local Coastal Program (LCP). S ince the Implementation Plan of the LCP has not been formally updated, properties within the CZ are still regulated by the previous Land Use Code (LUC). All projects in the CZ that require approval of a CUP must also have an approved CDP. The City of Natio nal City maintains permit jurisdiction for the subject property and, therefore, can approve a CDP.

Site Characteristics
Situated west of Haffley Avenue between West 19 th Street and Bay Marina Drive, the two-acre site is located in the City’s industrial ar ea, which encompasses a majority of the properties in the Coastal Zone west of Interstate 5. All surrounding properties are occupied by industrial uses and are within the same Medium Manufacturing -Coastal Zone (MM-CZ) zoning designation. To the north is a wood treatment facility. Located 35

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south of the project site is a metal fabrication business , Fabrication Technology Industries, and the applicant’s existing gas retail business, WestAir, which will remain in full operation. Directly abutting the property to the west are railway tracks operated by Burling Northern Santa Fe (BNSF). Across Haffley Avenue to the east is a rental car overflow site.

The property is currently occupied by a 24,000 square-foot warehouse building and a paved outdoor loading yard. There are two entrances off Haffley Avenue, one leading directly to employee/customer parking and the other provides access to the yard area where the proposed propane tank and appurtenances would be installed.

The site is included on a list of hazardous mat erials sites. It was previously operated by Univar, a global chemical and ingredients distributor which led to contamination of the site. As a result, installation of air sparge and soil vapor extraction wells occurred in March of 2022 . Remediation of t he site is ongoing. However, the e nvironmental consultants for the remediation indicated the proposed tank is not incompatible with the existing vapor recovery system (Attachment 6).

Proposed Use
The applicant proposes to install and operate a 30,000-gallon above ground hori zontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment. Propane will be delivered via commercial propane transport trucks from regional suppliers and transported directly to the on -site 30,000-gallon storage tank once every two weeks . Propane will be dispensed for retail customers in five-to-twenty-five-gallon tanks.

Propane
As defined by the U.S. Department of Energy – Alternative Fuels Data Center, Propane is a three-carbon alkane gas (C3H8). It is stored under pressure inside a tank as a colorless, odorless liquid. As pressure is released, the liquid propane vaporizes and turns into gas that is used in combustion. An odorant, ethyl mercaptan, is added for leak detection. If spilled or released from a vehicle, it presents no threat to soil, surface wa ter, or groundwater. Propane is produced as a byproduct of natural gas processing and crude oil refining (https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/propane-basics).

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Analysis
The existing multi-use retail gas supplier has requested to install and operate a propane storage tank, which is a permitted use in the MM zone with the approval of a CUP and a CDP.

General Plan
The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and the following General Plan policies.

Land Use (LU) Element
Policy LU 6.2 requires development to be consistent with the Zoning Code, General Plan, and applicable specific plans.

The proposed use is consistent with the Industrial (I) designation of the General Plan and with applicable Zoning Code requirements.

Land Use Code (LUC)
As discussed, the project is in a section of the CZ where the City retains permit jurisdiction and the development standards applied to the proposed development are contained within the previous version of the LUC. The project is located within the MM zone, which is regulated by Chapter 18.18 of the previous LUC. Land uses in the previous code are listed as permitted or permitted with a CUP under “use groups” that organize similar land uses into b roader cat egories. Use Group 3 5 – Wholesaling, Warehousing and Distribution, which is allowed in the MM zone, permits for Bottled Gas Sales and Distribution by right.

Use Group 23 – Medium Manufacturing, which is allowed in the MM zone, permits the storage and distribution of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) with the approval of a CUP.

Section 18.84 of the previous LUC provide rules of operation for the installation and use of storage and dispensing for LPG. Operational rules include conforming with National City Fire Code and Unified Pressure Vessel Safety Code of the Division of Industrial Safety of the state, as well as requiring the dispensing of LPG be by fully competent and qualified persons, who understand the properties of propane, and who are thoroughly trained in safe practices for handling, distribution, and operation. These operational standards are included as conditions of approval.

The proposal has also been reviewed for conformance with applicable design regulations.

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and frontage. The proposed location of the tank will adhere to minimum setbacks. The site is already developed and has existing outdoor screening and landscaping.

Coastal Zone
As previously noted, the business location is within the Coastal Zone. Under normal (non- discretionary permit) circumstances, no Coastal Development Permit (CDP) would be required as this area is exempt from CDPs. However, the need for a discretionary approval in this case (CUP) also triggers a CDP. The only difference with this application would be the need for two additional findings related to consistency with the Local Coastal Plan, which is included in the attached Resolution (Attachment 1). The two required findings for approval for CDPs are further discussed in the findings section.

Safety
Due to the type of use and the presence of hazardous material on site, the applicant will be required to submit detailed plans to the National City Fire Department prior to construction and operation of the propane tank. The plans will include an Emergency Disaster Response Plan , Cost Recovery Plan, trainings, and complian ce with all applicable Fire Codes. In addition to the National City Fire Department, the project is subject to multiple federal, state, and local regulations that explicitly regulate the safety and handling of hazardous materials. Operations related to the storage and dispensing of propane will follow proper safety and operation protocols from all relevant fede ral, state, and local requirements.

Traffic
Potential traffic for the proposed use was analyzed in the Initial Study. The project is not expected to have any traffic related impacts. However, Staff has included a condition of approval requiring signage on site for trucks to adhere to approved truck routes in the City.

Mailing
All property owners and occup ants within 300 feet of the property are requ ired to be notified of a public hearing for CUP and CDP applications. Notice of this public hearing was sent to 13 occupants and owners. No comments have been received as of writing this report.

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California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
In order to anal yze any potential impacts resulting from the propane storage and dispensing, a CEQA checklist (Initial St udy) was prep ared. At the time this CUP application was submitted, the applicant also included a request f or a hydrogen fueling station, which was late r removed. The initial study is revised from the original version that was submitted for public review. Of no te, the c hecklist addressed air quality , hazardous materials, noise, and traffic. Findings of no impac t or less than significant impact for these a reas of concern were largely due to fact that the si te is an existing developed industrial property in an industrial area. Development of the site is limited to the propane tank and dispensing equipment with a c anopy, which is heavily regulated through the building permit process. Additionally, t he tank is only proposed to be filled biweekly, adding only one truck trip to the site every two weeks. Thus, additional air quality, hazards, noise and traffic issues are not anticipated.

The I nitial Study for the or iginal request was pos ted from October 3 rd, 2025 to November 3 rd, 2025 . How ever, removal of the hydrog en f ueling st ation substantially changed the scope of the project and a new initial study was posted.

The City established a 38-day public review and comment period for the new In itial Study from December 19 th, 2025 to January 26 th, 2026. During this per iod, the CEQA checklist (Initial Study or “IS”) was available for review (Attachment 5). A Notice of Intent (NOI) for the ND was posted at City Hall. Staff received one c omment after the review period related to monitoring the site during development for any potential archaeological discoveries for tribal cultural resources. The proposed project does not include any development with the potential to disturb subsurface deposits.

Negative Declaration Analysis
In the CEQA checklist, there are four possible im pacts: “Potentially Significant Impact”, “Less Than Significant w/ Mitigation Incorporation”, “Less Than Significant Impact” , and “No Impact.” Almost all sections on the checklist had checkmarks for “No Impact.” The sections that were identified as “less t han significant” were relate d to Air Quality, Earthquakes, Hazards, Noise, and Public Service.

Based on the analyses presented in the attached CEQA checklist, it is concluded that the project: (a) would not have the potential to degrade the quality of th e environment, impact the ha bitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause fish or wildlife populatio n to drop 39

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below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endange red plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory because the site is an already developed/disturbed industrial site and there is no sensitive habitat on site; (b) would not have impacts that are i ndividually limited , but cum ulatively considerable because the project is proposed on an existing industrial site surrounded by other industrial uses. Development of the site is limited to the 30,000 -gallon propane tank and associated dispensing equipment with a canopy. The addition of the tank is not expected to cause any impacts to the environment or to existing services ; and, (c) would not have environmental effects that will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectl y because the trans portation, installation a nd operation of the propane tank is regulated by Federal, State, and local agencies. These agencies have standard in place for any potential impacts related to air quality, safety, and nuisances . No significant impacts to the envir onment ha ve been identified as a result of this project. Approval of the project is not expected to have any significant impacts, either long -term or short -term, nor will it cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either dire ctly or indirectly. As such, it is expected that project implementation would have no impact with respect to these mandatory findings of significance. Because no mitigation is required, the CEQA document converts to a Negative Declaration (ND).

Recommended Findings for the CUP and CDP

Required Findings for Approval
The (previous) Municipal Code contains four required findings for CUPs:

1. The site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape: The project site is an existing developed industrial property meeting minimum lot size r equirements for the Medium Manufacturing (MM) zone. The proposed propane tank will meet all required setbacks including separation from existing structures and property lines.

There is an existing appropriately-size paved area to al low for the ing ress and egress of trucks.

2. The site has sufficient access to streets and highways that are adequate in width and pavement type to carry the quantity and quality of traffic generated by the proposed use: The project location is on the west side of the City where adequate 40

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truck routes exist alo ng Bay Marina Drive, Civic Center Drive, a nd Tidelands Avenue. Interstate 5 is directly accessible from these streets. In addition, the site has access from West 19 th Street for ingress and egress o f tr uck traffic. The addition of the propane tank will onl y result in one additional truck trip every other week to fill the tank.

3. The proposed use will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent or abutting properties: The proposed project is an industria l use consistent with the Me dium Manufacturing (MM) zone d escription in the General Plan and will be subject to conditions of approval that ensure safe operation of the facility . Adjacent and abutting properties are occupied by similar industrial and manufacturing uses. As a condition of approval, the project is required to adhere to truck routes and maintain a screening fence. The project is also required to conform to all development standards and design guidelines of the MM zone.

4. The proposed use is deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience or welfare: The project facilitates the storag e of LPG, a cleaner -burning fuel than conventional gasoline or diesel, expanding alternative fuel options. The use is consistent with the MM zone descriptio n, which is intende d for use s in areas in which activities involve some degree of noise, vibration, air pollution, radiation, glare phenomena, and/or fire and explosive hazards.

In addition, projects in the Coastal Zone require two conditions related to CDPs:

1. The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with all other plans and ordinances of the City of National City : The proposed use is permitted, subject to a CUP, by the Land Use Code, which is consistent with the General Plan.

As discussed in the staff report, the project is consistent with policies in the Land Use Element and Safety Element of the General Plan.

2. The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with an d implements the Certified Local Coastal Program: The project is located in an area generally exempt from a Coastal Development Permit; involves a gas storage and distribution use, which is conditionally allowed in the MM zone; and will not prohibit coastal access or obstruct views.

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Furthermore, a finding has been included in the draft resolution with regard to compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the certification of the Negative Declaration. The draft resolution for certifying the ND and approval of the CUP and CDP includes the following finding for CEQA:

1. The proposed pr oject has been reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act; The City conducted an Environmental Initial Study that determined the proposed project would not have a potentiall y si gnificant environmental impact and qualifies for a Negative Declaration per Section 15071 of the CEQA Guidelines.

Optional Findings for Denial
The following finding recommended should the Planning Commission consider the denial of the CUP:

1. The proposed propane tank is not deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience and welfare, because the availability of propane is already established within the community and storage of additional propane is not needed.

2. Granting the permit would constitute a nuisance or be injurious or detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience , or welfare, or materially injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located, because the project wo uld result in a sig nificantly larger quantity of hazardous materials on site than would typically b e in the MM zone, thereby increasing potential risk to properties in the vicinity.

One additional finding is recommended should the Planning Commission con sider the denial of the CDP:

3. The granting of said Coasta l Development Permit is inconsistent with applicable plans and ordinances within the City of National City because it is not deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience and welfare and may constitute a nuisance or be injurious or detrimental t o the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located.

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Department Comments and Conditions of Approval
Comments were received from the Building Division and Fire Department. The Building Division provided comment s related to conformance with applicable building and fire codes and additional comments related to the remediat ion, which are included as a condition of approval. The F ire Department provided comments related t o required access and the design of fire -suppression equipment . Specialized equipment in the event of fire is also required due the presence of hazardous mat erials on site . The Planning Division has also included c omments related to development standards , truck routes, screening, and monitoring . All comments have been incorporated as conditions of approval as well as general conditions related to CUPs and CDPs and can be found in the attached draft resolution for approval.

Summary
The proposed project is an industrial use at an existing industrial site. Development of the site includes the installation of a 30,000-gallon above ground horizontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment and a canopy. The primary use of the site, industrial gas warehouse and retail sales, is a use that would be permitted by right in the absence of the propane storage and dispensing. The project was analyzed for any potential impacts resulting from the propane storage and dispensing as required by CEQA and due to the absence of impacts, a Negative Declaration was drafted. Conditions of approval are included to ens ure the project implements all relevant federal, state, and l ocal requirements for operation of the propane tank and dispensing equipment.

Planning Commission Options for Certification of the Negative Declaration

1. Certify that the Negative Declaration for the Proposed Project has been completed and processed in compliance with the requirements of CEQA; the Commission, as the decision -making body for the Ci ty, r eviewed and considered the information contained in the Negative Declaration prior to approving the Proposed Project; and the Negative Declaration reflects the City’s indepen dent judg ement and analysis , based on findings included in the Resolution, or other findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

2. Find that the Negative Declaration for the Proposed Project has not been completed and processed in compliance with the requirements of CEQA based on findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

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3. Continue the item to a specific date to obtain additional information.

Planning Commission Options for the CUP and CDP

1. Approve 2025-26 CUP, CDP, IS subject to the conditions included in the Resolution, or other conditions, and based on the findings included in the Resolution, or other findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

2. Deny 202 5-26 CUP, CDP , IS based on the att ached findings, or findi ngs to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

3. Continue the item to a specific date to obtain additional information.

Attachments

1. Draft Resolutions

2. Overhead

3. Applicant's Plans (Exhibit A, Case File No. 2025-26 CUP, CDP, IS, dated 12/11/2025)

4. Public Hearing Notice (Sent to 13 property owners & occupants)

5. Initial Study

6. Remediation Letter

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ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION

OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE

DECLARATION AND APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND COASTAL

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS (PROPANE) STORAGE AND DISPENSING LOCATED AT 2100 HAFFLEY AVENUE IN THE COASTAL ZONE.

CASE FILE NO. 2025-26 CUP CDP IS
APN: 559-040-08-01
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of National City considered a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for liquified petroleum gas (propane) storage and dispensing at an existing business (WestAir) located at 2100 Haffley Avenue. At a duly advertised public hearing held on March 16, 2026, at which time oral and documentary evidence was presented; and,
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, the Planning Commission considered the staff report contained in Case File No. 2025-26 CUP CDP IS maintained by the City and incorporated herein by reference along with evidence and testimony at said hearing; and,
WHEREAS, this action is taken pursuant to all applicable procedures required by State law and City law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of National City, California, that the testimony and evidence presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing held on March 16, 2026, support the following findings for certification of the Negative Declaration:

1. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with CEQA for which a Negative Declaration (ND) has been prepared. The ND de termined that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment.

1. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape, because the project site is an existing developed industrial property meeting minimum lot size requirements for the Medium Manufacturing (MM) zone. The proposed propane 45

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tank will meet all required setbacks including separation from existing structures and property lines. There is an exi sting appropriately-size paved area to allow for the ingress and egress of trucks.

2. That the site has sufficient access to streets and highways that are adequate in width and pavement type to carry the quantity and quality of traffic generated by the proposed use, because the project location is on the west side of the City where adequate truck routes exist along Bay Marina Drive, Civic Center Drive, and Tidelands Avenue. Interstate 5 is directly accessible from these streets. In addition, the site has acc ess from West 19th Street for ingress and egress of truck traffic.

The addition of the propane tank will only result in one additional truck trip every other week to fill the tank.

3. That the proposed use will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent or abu tting properties, because the proposed project is an industrial use consistent with the Medium Manufacturing (MM) zone description in the General Plan and will be subject to conditions of approval that ensure safe operation of the facility. Adjacent and abutting properties are occupied by similar industrial and manufacturing uses.

As a condition of approval, the project is required to adhere to truck routes and maintain a screening fence . The project is also required to conform to all development standards and design guidelines of the MM zone.

4. That the proposed use is deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience or welfare, because the project facilitates the storage of propane, a cleaner-burning fuel than conventional gasoline or diesel, expand ing alternative fuel options. The use is consistent with the MM zone description, which is intended for uses in areas in which activities involve some degree of noise, vibration, air pollution, radiation, glare phenomena, and/or fire and explosive hazards.

5. The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with all other plans and ordinances of the City of National City: The proposed use is permitted, subject to a CUP, by the Land Use Code, which is consistent with the General Plan.

As discussed in the staff report, the project is consistent with policies in the Land Use Element and Safety Element of the General Plan.

6. That The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with and implements the Certified Local Coastal Pro gram: The project is located in an area generally exempt from a Coastal Development Permit ; involves a gas storage and distribution use, which is conditionally allowed in the MM zone; and will not prohibit coastal access or obstruct views.
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7. The proposed pr oject has been reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) ; The City conducted an Environmental Initial Study that determined the proposed project would not have a potentially significant environmental impact and qualifies f or a Negative Declaration per Section 15071 of the CEQA Guidelines.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the application for a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit is approved subject to the following conditions:

General

1. This Conditional Use Pe rmit and Coastal Development Permit authorizes the installation and operation of a 30,000 -gallon above ground propane tank with associated dispensing equipment for a business (WestAir) located at 2100 Haffley Avenue. Plans submitted for permits associated with this project shall conform to Exhibit A, Case File No. 2025-26 CUP CDP IS, dated 12/11/2025.

2. Before this Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit shall become effective, the applicant and the property owner shall both sign and have notari zed an Acceptance Form, provided by the Planning Division, acknowledging and accepting all conditions imposed upon the approval of this permit. Failure to return the signed and notarized Acceptance Form within 30 days of its receipt shall automatically ter minate the Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit. The applicant or owner shall also submit evidence to the satisfaction of the Planning Division that a Notice of Restriction on Real Property is recorded with the County Recorder. The applica nt or owner shall pay necessary recording fees to the County. The Notice of Restriction shall provide information that conditions imposed by approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit are binding on all present or future interest holders or estate holders of the property. The Notice of Restriction shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney and signed by the Director of Community Development prior to recordation.

3. This permit shall become null and void if not exercised within one year after adoption of the resolution of approval unless extended according to procedures specified in the Municipal Code.

4. This permit shall expire if the use authorized by this resolution is discontinued for a period of 12 months or longer. This permit may also be revoked, pursuant to provisions of the Land Use Code, if discontinued for any lesser period of time.

5. This Conditional Use Permit may be revoked if the operator is found to be in violation of any Conditions of Approval or applicable law . In the case o f revocation, the associated Coastal Development Permit shall also be voided. 47

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6. Within four (4) days of approval , pursuant to Fish and Game Code 711.4 and the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 753.5, the applicant shall pay all necessary environmental filing fees for the San Diego County Clerk. Checks shall be made payable to the San Diego County Clerk and submitted to the National City Planning Department.

Building

7. The proposal will require a plan check submittal with profession ally prepared construction drawings complying with the current adopted California Building Co des (CBC) at time of submittal (currently 2022 CBC, as of January 1, 2026 it will be the 2025 CBC).

8. An independent technical report showing compliance with NFPA 2 standards will be required and most of the items included in the report will need to be shown on the plans.

9. In regards to the foundation design, the Engineer of Record will need to address the potential removal of known contaminated soils at this specific site. A soils report showing soils conditions and allowable soils bearing pressures will be r equired and must coordinate with the Structural Engineer’s design.

10. Plans shall identify the distance between the existing vapor recovery equipment and the proposed propane tank and dispensing equipment to ensure there is sufficient space to avoid any spark/ignition sources.

11. A Lighting Plan and Electrical Plans shall be submitted to the Building Division.

12. The site dispensing area and devices must meet accessibility requirements.

Fire

13. The site shall provide multiple all -weather, unobstructed access and egres s routes that comply with California Fire Code Chapter 5 and Appendix D.

14. Roadways must support fire apparatus (minimum 75,000 lbs. GVW) and maintain a minimum 20-foot width with 13'6" vertical clearance.

15. Entrance/exit gates shall be equipped with a Knox Box and Emergency Strobes.

16. A Knox Key Switch shall be installed with the strobe and placed at the front of the property. Contact the National City Fire Department for the exact field location.

17. All fire department access roads shall be at least 20 feet wide a nd 14 feet high, with an all-weather surface supporting 75,000 pounds.

18. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus road, the minimum width shall be 26 feet.
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19. Aerial fire apparatus roads shall have a minimum width of 26 feet in the vicinity of buildings or hazardous storage.

20. A minimum turning radius of 28 feet is required for access.

21. The road grade shall not exceed 15%, per the Fire Code Official’s standards.

22. Fire access roads must be painted and signed to prevent parking and obstruction.

23. The full wid th of access roads must remain unobstructed, including no vehicle parking.

24. Approved firefighting access shall be provided to construction and demolition sites.

25. Access must reach within 100 feet of all fire department connections.

26. Temporary or permanent roa ds must support apparatus under all weather conditions.

27. Specific requirements override general ones. The most restrictive code requirement shall apply where there are discrepancies.

28. Emergency routes shall be marked, well-lit, and obstruction-free.

29. Aerial apparatus access shall be provided where required.

30. Hydrants must be strategically located and meet CFC Appendix B & C flow requirements.

31. Hydrants shall be spaced no more than 300 feet apart.

32. Hydrants shall be within 400 feet of all roadway-accessible locations, measured from the nearest existing hydrant.

33. An approved underground water system shall support hydrants and sprinklers per NFPA 24 and local standards.

34. Where applicable, private mains shall meet all access and testing requirements.

35. All buildings shall be fully sprinklered per NFPA 13.

36. The system shall match building occupancy and hazard classification.

37. A monitored alarm system per NFPA 72 shall include required smoke and heat detection.

38. Continuous detection systems must be installed in all areas with f uel storage, transfer, or dispensing.

39. Systems must activate visual/audible alarms and automatic shutdowns per NFPA and CFC.
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40. Clearly marked, accessible emergency fu el shut -off valves must be installed throughout the site.

41. Propane storage limits shall comply with CFC Chapter 60 and hazardous materials regulations.

42. The project shall follow all zoning rules, utility plans, and emergency access standards.

43. The facility must remain compliant with updated codes.

44. Periodic reviews and inspections are required.

45. Joint pre-incident walkthroughs with the Fire Department are required prior to occupancy and annually.

46. The facility must support Fire Department training, including full -scale hazardous materials scenarios.

47. The developer shall provide specialized equipment as ne eded for propane incidents, including:
a. Fire-resistant hydrogen handling suits
b. Gas detection and monitoring devices
c. Specialized nozzles or tools
d. Any additional equipment as needed

48. Training must be delivered on any unique firefighting tools or equipment befo re operation and on a regular basis.

49. A comprehensive Emergency Disaster Response Plan must be submitted, covering:
a. Incident command
b. Notification procedures
c. Evacuation and emergency system activation

50. The facility must include a Cost Recovery Plan to reimbur se the Fire Department for emergency responses. This includes:
a. Personnel time (including overtime)
b. Apparatus and equipment use
c. Replacement of damaged/contaminated gear
d. Administrative costs
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51. Strict compliance with fire, building, and environmental codes is required.

52. Developers must submit detailed plans showing:
a. Fire access routes
b. Hydrant locations
c. Water supply systems
d. Gas detection and fire protection infrastructure

53. Ongoing coordination with the Fire Department is essential, including:
a. Pre-incident planning
b. Annual inspections
c. Emergency drills

54. A cost recovery plan must be integrated into the facility’s e mergency response planning.

55. Supporting documents are considered mandatory for compliance and must be incorporated into all project phases.

56. The project shall;
a. Review and adhere to all attached documents
b. Submit updated plans demonstrating full compliance
c. Engage in scheduled meetings with Fire Department officials d. Support training, equipment procurement, and cost recovery efforts Planning

57. The facility shall at all times be operated in conformance with all San Diego Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) rules and regulations pertaining to the proposed use including, but not limited to, nuisance odors and emissions standards.

58. All required federal, state, or local permits for the installation and operation of the facility shall be approved prior to start of operations. Permits shall be maintained for the life of the project. Failure to maintain proper operating permits shall constitute a violation of this CUP and CDP.

59. The dispensing of liquified petroleum gas shall be conducted by a fully competent and qualified person, who understands the properties of propane and who is thoroughly trained in safe practices for handling, distribution, and operation. 51

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60. All development plans submitted for the construction of the proposed facility shall adhere to the design regulations of Section 18.18.180 of the previous Land Use Code (Ord. 1503 § 1 (part), 1976: NCLUC § 972-6 (part)).

61. Plans submitted for construction shall conform to Chapter 18.60 – Outdoor Lighting of the previous Land Use Code (Ord. 1503 § I (part), 1976: NCLUC § 975-10).

62. Plans submitted for construction shall conform to Chapter 18.86 - Mechanical Equipment of the previous Land Use Code (Ord. 1503 § 1 (part), 1976 : NCLUC § 976-1 (part)).

63. The applicant shall comply with all applicable standards required by outside agencies and service providers. San Diego Gas and Electric and Sweetwater Authority shall be consulted during submittal of development permits.

64. The applicant shall maintain a six -foot high screening fence. Broken or missing fence slats shall be replaced as needed.

65. All activities shall comply with the noise limits contai ned in Title 12 of the National City Municipal Code.

66. Signage shall be added to the exit from the fuel dispensing area indicating a right turn only for trucks in order to direct them to the nearest truck route on Bay Marina Drive.

67. All interested Tribes shall be informed as the project progresses and shall receive project updates, reports of investigation, and/or any documentation that may be generated regarding previously recorded or newly d iscovered sites. Archaeological and Tribal Cultural monitoring on all ground disturb ance activities is required. If the project boundaries are modified to extend beyond the currently proposed limits, the tribes shall be updated and given the opportunity to respond to changes.

68. The operator of the business shall maintain an active business license and ensure that the business license is renewed annually.

Indemnification Agreement
The Applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its agents, officers, and e mployees from any and all claims, actions, proceedings, damages, judgments, or costs, including attorney's fees, against the City or its agents, officers, or employees, relating to the issuance of this permit including, but not limited to, any action to attack, set aside, void, challenge, or annul this development approval and any environmental document or decision. The City will promptly notify the Applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding. The City may elect to conduct its own defense, participate in its own defense, or obtain independent legal counsel in defense of any claim related to this indemnification. In the event of such election, the Applicant shall pay all of the costs related thereto, including without limitation reasonable at torney's fees a nd costs. In the 52

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event of a disagreement between the City and Applicant regarding litigation issues, the City shall have the authority to control the litigation and make litigation related decisions, including, but not limited to, settlement or other dispo sition of the matter. However, the Applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless such settlement is approved by the Applicant.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be transmitted forthwith to the applicant and to the City Council.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective and final on the day following the City Council meeting where the Planning Commission resolution is set for review, unless an appeal in writing is filed wi th the City Cle rk. The City Council may, at that meeting, review or appeal the decision of the Planning Commission by setting the matter for a public hearing.

CERTIFICATION:

This certifies that the Resoluti on was adopted by the Planning Commission at the ir meeting of March 16, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN: ________________________

CHAIRPERSON

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION

OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA

DENYING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

FOR LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS (PROPANE) STORAGE AND DISPENSING LOCATED AT 2100 HAFFLEY AVENUE IN THE COASTAL ZONE
CASE FILE NO. 2025-26 CUP CDP IS
APN: 559-040-08-01

WHEREAS, the Pla nning Commission of the City of National City considered a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development for liquified petroleum gas (propane) storage and dispensing at an existing business (WestAir) located at 2100 Haffley Avenue. At a duly advertised public hearing held on March 16, 2026, at which time oral and documentary evidence was presented; and,

WHEREAS, at said public hearing, the Planning Commission considered the staff report contained in Case File No. 2025-26 CUP CDP IS maintained by the City and incorporated herein by reference along with evidence and testimony at said hearing; and,

WHEREAS, this action is taken pursuant to all applicable procedures req uired by State law and City law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commiss ion of the City of National City, California, that the testimony and evidence presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing held on March 16 , 202 6, suppor t the following findings:

1. The proposed propane tank is not deemed essential and desirabl e to the public convenience and welfare, because the availability of propane is already established within the community and storage of additional propane is not needed.

2. Granting the permit would constitute a nuisance or be injurious or detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located, because the project would result i n a significantly larger quantity of hazardous materials on site than would typically be in the MM zone, thereby increasing potential risk to properties in the vicinity.

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3. Based on the above findings, the granting of said Coastal Development Permit is inconsistent with applicable plans and ordinan ces within the City of National City because it is not deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience and welfare and may constitute a nuisance or be injurio us or detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resoluti on be transmitted forthwith to the applicant and to the City Council.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective and final on the day following the City Council meeting where the Planning Commission resolution is set for rev iew, unless an appeal in writing is filed with the City Clerk. The City Council may, at that mee ting, review or appeal the decision of the Planning Commission by setting the matter for a public hearing.

CERTIFICATION:

This certifies that the Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission a t their meeting of March 16, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN: ________________________

CHAIRPERSON

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ATTACHMENT 2
2025-26 CUP CDP IS– 2100 Haffley Avenue – Overhead
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Westair Gases & Equipment, Inc.

LOCATION
SGE JOB No. 525.064.558
December 3, 2025
2100 Haffley Avenue, National City, CA 91950
H2 WESTAIR NATIONAL CITY - SITE PLAN (RW

ADDED PROPANE)
December 3, 2025DATE:

REVISIONS
TOTAL SITE PLAN SHEETS - 1

PROJECT MANAGER

THESE PLANS WERE DEVELOPED RESTRICTIVELY

FOR USE ON THE STRUCTURES AND BY

PERSONS/COMPANY AS SPECIFIED IN THE TITLE
BLOCK. ANY OTHER USE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT

LIMITED TO, DISSEMINATION AND COPYING) OF

THESE PLANS OR ANY USE OF THE PLANS BY ANY

PARTY OR PARTIES OTHER THAN THE ONES

SPECIFIED IN THE TITLE BLOCK, ARE STRICTLY

PROHIBITED UNLESS UNDER A WRITTEN
PERMISSION BY SGE.

FOR REVIEW ONLYNOT FOR CONSTRUCTION

CLIENT CLIENT
westair

WESTAIR GASES &
EQUIPMENT, INC.
2506 MARKET ST,
SAN DIEGO, CA 92102

PROJECT ENGINEER

REVIEWED BYRW

APPROVED BY
RW
RW
RW

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DRAWING INDEX
SP1 SITE PLAN & PROJECT INFORMATION

KEYNOTES

EXISTING (E), NO CHANGE

BY OTHERS, NICNEW (N)
1EPROPERTY LINE1NNOT USED
2EPARKING2NNOT USED
3EDRIVEWAY3NBOLLARDS
4EBUILDING4NPROPANE TANK
5EFENCE5NFILL EQUIPMENT
6EDOCK
7EGATE
1 -
SP1

SITE PLAN &

PROJECT

INFORMATION

PROJECT
SITE
2002040
1SITE PLAN

FOR REFERENCE ONLY
1E

FT FT FT

PROJECT INFORMATION
NO
CHANGE

SCOPE OF WORKINSTALLATION OF A NEW PROPANE TANK

NO CHANGE IN PARKING

NO CHANGE IN FLOOR AREA
PROJECT ADDRESS☑2100 HAFFLEY AVENUE, NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950 PROJECT COORDINATES☑32.661095, -117.113951
ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER☑559-040-08-01
ZONING☑MM - MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL
CODES2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
LOT SIZE☑2.04 ACRES

CONSTRUCTION NOTES

1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
A.ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF GOOD CONSTRUCTION PRACTICE.

B.ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF THE

LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL CODES, AS WELL AS WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF GOOD CONSTRUCTION PRACTICE.

C.DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFETY (INCLUDING FIRE SAFETY) OF THE NEW, AS WELL AS EXISTING, STRUCTURES. THE CONTRACTOR

SHALL PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHORING, BRACING, AND GUYS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL NATIONAL, STATE, AND LOCAL SAFETY ORDINANCES. THAT RESPONSIBILITY SHALL APPLY CONTINUOUSLY AND SHALL NOT BE LIMITED TO NORMAL WORKING HOURS. ANY DEVIATION FROM SUCH ORDINANCES MUST BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY SGE PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION.

D.THE CONTRACTOR SHALL THOROUGHLY REVIEW THE PLANS AND CHECK ALL DIMENSIONS PRIOR TO COMMENCING THE WORK. ALL DISCREPANCIES SHALL BE CALLED TO THE ATTENTION OF SGE AND RESOLVED BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK.

E.THE CONTRACTOR SHOULD NOT PROCEED WITH CONSTRUCTION IN CASE OF CONFLICT(S) BETWEEN

THE DETAILS, AND/OR BETWEEN THE DETAILS AND PLANS, AND/OR BETWEEN THE PLANS AND SCHEDULES. THE CONSTRUCTION SHALL RESUME ONLY UPON THE FULL RESOLUTION OF SUCH CONFLICT BY SGE.

F.THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OF WORKING CONDITION OF ALL EXISTING COMPONENTS AND STRUCTURES AFFECTED BY THIS CONSTRUCTION. THE CONTRACTOR

SHALL CONSTANTLY KEEP THE AREA OF CONSTRUCTION FROM ACCUMULATION OF WASTE MATERIALS AND DEBRIS.

G.AT THE END OF EACH DAY OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY, ALL CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND WASTE MATERIALS SHALL BE COLLECTED AND PROPERLY DISPOSED IN TRASH OR RECYCLE BINS. AT THE

END OF WORK, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REMOVE ALL WASTE, SURPLUS MATERIAL, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT.

H.THE CONTRACTOR SHALL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE ENGINEER HARMLESS FROM ANY AND

ALL LIABILITY, REAL OR ALLEGED, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS PROJECT EXCEPT FOR LIABILITY RISING FROM THE SOLE NEGLIGENCE OF THE ENGINEER.

I.DO NOT SCALE THESE DRAWINGS. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ASSUMED OR SCALED DIMENSIONS.

J.ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF FINISHED SURFACES. LAYOUT OF STRUCTURES AND FOUNDATIONS

MUST BE DETERMINED BY EXAMINATION OF PLANS AND FINISH MATERIALS SELECTED AND SHALL NOT BE ASSUMED AS BEING EXPRESSED BY THE WRITTEN FINISHED SURFACE DIMENSIONS.

K.SITE DRAWINGS ARE BASED UPON THE PLANS OBTAINED FROM THE AUTHORITY HOLDING

JURISDICTION (AHJ), AND/OR PROVIDED BY THE PROPERTY OWNER, AND/OR AVAILABLE AERIAL IMAGES. UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, NO TOPOGRAPHIC, BOUNDARY, OR LAND TITLE SURVEY WAS PERFORMED FOR THE PROJECT.

L.ALL CUTSHEETS, DETAILS, AND DIMENSIONS MARKED "FOR REFERENCE ONLY" REFLECT

INFORMATION BY OTHERS, ARE PRESENTED EXCLUSIVELY FOR REFERENCE PURPOSES, AND USED BY SGE AS A BASIS FOR STRUCTURAL DESIGN. UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, THE VERACITY OF THE

INFORMATION, AS WELL AS THE ADEQUACY OF EQUIPMENT BY OTHERS, WAS NOT VERIFIED AND WAS ASSUMED BY SGE AS COMPLIANT WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS. THE SGE STAMP

AND SIGNATURE PERTAIN EXCLUSIVELY TO THE PORTIONS OF THE STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS AND CALCULATIONS DEVELOPED BY SGE.

M.THIS SITE DRAWING PROVIDED IS INTENDED SOLELY FOR GENERAL CONTEXT, SHOWING THE LOCATION OF THE SUBJECT PROJECT WITHIN THE SITE. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO ESTABLISH SITE BOUNDARIES, EASEMENTS, FIRE-CODE COMPLIANCE, OR ANY OTHER DESIGN ASPECTS. SUCH ASPECTS SHALL BE REVIEWED AND ADDRESSED BY THE APPROPRIATE PROFESSIONALS.

2. STORMWATER, EROSION, AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

ALL CONSTRUCTION WORK SHALL FULLY COMPLY WITH ALL STORMWATER, EROSION, GRADING, AND

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL CODES - INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE FOLLOWING:

A.ALL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR AND SUBCONTRACTOR PERSONNEL ARE TO BE MADE AWARE OF,

AND COMPLY WITH, THE AUTHORITY HOLDING JURISDICTION (AHJ) BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING MEASURES FOR THE PROJECT SITE AND ANY ASSOCIATED CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREAS.

B.APPROPRIATE BMP FOR CONSTRUCTION-RELATED MATERIALS, WASTES, AND SPILLS SHALL BE

IMPLEMENTED TO MINIMIZE TRANSPORT FROM THE SITE TO STREETS, DRAINAGE FACILITIES, OR ADJOINING PROPERTY BY WIND OR RUNOFF.

C.CONSTRUCTION SITES SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN SUCH A CONDITION THAT AN ANTICIPATED STORM DOES NOT CARRY WASTES OR POLLUTANTS OFF THE SITE. DISCHARGES OF MATERIAL OTHER THAN

STORMWATER ARE ALLOWED ONLY WHEN NECESSARY FOR PERFORMANCE AND COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES AND WHERE THEY DO NOT: (A) CAUSE OR CONTRIBUTE TO A VIOLATION OF ANY WATER QUALITY STANDARD; (B) CAUSE OR THREATEN TO CAUSE POLLUTION, CONTAMINATION, OR NUISANCE; AND/OR (C) CONTAIN A HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE IN A QUANTITY REPORTABLE UNDER FEDERAL REGULATIONS CFR PARTS 117 AND 302.

D.RUNOFF FROM EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE WASHING SHALL BE CONTAINED AT CONSTRUCTION SITES UNLESS TREATED TO REDUCE OR REMOVE SEDIMENT OR OTHER POLLUTANTS.

E.POTENTIAL POLLUTANTS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: SOLID OR LIQUID CHEMICAL SPILLS;

WASTES FROM PAINTS, STAINS, SEALANTS, GLUES, LIMES, PESTICIDES, HERBICIDES, WOOD PRESERVATIVES AND SOLVENTS; ASBESTOS FIBERS, PAINT FLAKES OR STUCCO FRAGMENTS; FUELS, OILS, LUBRICANTS, AND HYDRAULIC, RADIATOR OR BATTERY FLUIDS; FERTILIZERS, VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT WASH WATER AND CONCRETE WASH WATER; CONCRETE; DETERGENT OR FLOATABLE WASTES; WASTES FROM ANY ENGINE/ EQUIPMENT STEAM CLEANING OR CHEMICAL DEGREASING AND SUPERCHLORINATED POTABLE WATER LINE FLUSHING.

F.DURING CONSTRUCTION, THE DISPOSAL OF SUCH MATERIALS SHALL OCCUR IN A SPECIFIED AND

CONTROLLED TEMPORARY AREA ON-SITE PHYSICALLY SEPARATED FROM STORMWATER RUNOFF, WITH ULTIMATE DISPOSAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS.

G.DEWATERING OF CONTAMINATED GROUND WATER OR DISCHARGING OF CONTAMINATED SOILS VIA SURFACE EROSION IS PROHIBITED. DEWATERING OF NON-CONTAMINATED GROUND WATER

REQUIRES A NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMIT FROM THE RESPECTIVE STATE REGIONAL WATER QUALITY BOARD.

H.SEDIMENT FROM AREAS DISTURBED BY CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE RETAINED ON SITE USING STRUCTURAL CONTROLS TO THE MAXIMUM PRACTICAL EXTENT.

I.STOCKPILES OF SOIL SHALL BE PROPERLY CONTAINED TO MINIMIZE SEDIMENT TRANSPORT FROM

THE SITE TO STREETS, DRAINAGE FACILITIES OR ADJACENT PROPERTIES VIA RUNOFF, VEHICLE TRACKING, OR WIND.

J.GRADED AREAS ON THE PERMITTED AREA PERIMETER MUST DRAIN AWAY FROM THE FACE OF THE SLOPES AND TOWARD DESILTING FACILITIES AT THE CONCLUSION OF EACH WORKING DAY.

K.THE PERMITTEE AND THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE AND SHALL TAKE THE NECESSARY

PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT PUBLIC TRESPASS ONTO AREAS WHERE IMPOUNDED WATER CREATES A HAZARDOUS CONDITION.

L.THE PERMITTEE AND THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT THE EROSION CONTROL WORK IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED PLANS.

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1. THE SITE PLAN WAS DEVELOPED BASED ON
A SURVEY BY OTHERS.
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NEW CANOPY

ABOVE EQUIPMENT

EXISTING VAPOR

RECOVERY

EQUIPMENT AND

ENCLOSURE
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CONSIDERATION OF CERTIFICATION OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND A

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS (PROPANE) STORAGE AND DISPENSING LOCATED AT 2100

HAFFLEY AVENUE
CASE FILE NO.: 2025-26 CUP CDP IS
APN: 559-040-08-01
NOT
ICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the National City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing after the hour of 6:00 p.m. Monday , March 16, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, located at the Civic Center, 1243 Nationa l City Boulevard, National City, California, on the following item:

The ap
plicant ( WestAir) proposes to install and operate a 30,000- gallon above ground horizontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment . The proposed business includes the development and operation of a multi -use retail gas supplier providing; propane storage and dispensing operations, industrial gas retail sales and warehousing, and administrative offices for customer service and distribution operations. The City conducted an Environmental Initial Study that determined the proposed project would not have a potentially significant environmental impact and qualifies for a Negative Declaration per Section 15071 of the CEQA Guidelines.

Information is available for review at the Ci ty’s Planning Division, Civic Center. Members of the public are invited to comment orally at the hearing or in writing. Written comments should be received by the Planning Division on or before 2:00 p.m., March 16, 202 6 by submitting it to [email protected]. Planning staff can be contacted at 619- 336-4310 or [email protected].

Under
California Government Code section 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or som eone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

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12/17/2025

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)

INITIAL STUDY CHECKLIST

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
Community Development Department – Planning Division
1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA 91950

1. PROJECT TITLE/PROJECT #: 2025-26 CUP CDP IS – Conditional Use Permit, C oastal Development Permit, and Initial Study for a property located at 2100 Haffley Avenue for Bulk Liquified Petroleum Gas Storage.

2. LEAD AGENCY: City of National City
Community Development Department – Planning Division
1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA 91950
Contact: Sophia Depew, Assistant Planner
Phone: (619) 336-4381

3. PROJECT LOCATION: 2100 Haffley Avenue, National City, CA 91950

4. PROJECT PROPONENT: Chris Castiglione

5. ZONING DESIGNATION: Medium Manufacturing – Coastal Zone (MM-CZ)

6. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The applicant (WestAir) is p roposing the development and operation of a multi -use retail gas supplier providing, bulk propane storage and dispensing operations, industrial gas retail sales and warehousing, and administrative offices for customer service a nd distribution operations. The business will located at 2100 Haffley Avenue which is in the Medium M anufacturing zone and Coastal Zone. The property is an 88,880 square-foot industrial site, with a n existing 24,000 square-foot warehouse building. The remaining area is a paved outdoor l oading yard. A total of 14 employees will work at the site , with va rying shifts t o sup port business operations. The business will operate during regular business hours.

The site currently has two entrances located off of Haffley Avenue. One leads directly to employee/customer parking, while the second entrance provides access directly to yard area. Development of the site inclu des the addition of an above ground 30,000-gallon horizontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment.

Propane will be delivered via commercial propane transport trucks from region al suppliers and transported directly to the on -site 30,000 g allon storage tank . Propane will be dispensed for retail customers, filling five gallon to twenty-five gallon tanks as needed for customers. Due to the hazardous nature of the materials, an Emergency Disaster Response Plan (E DRP) will be developed an d implemented to address the hazardous materials on site.

The Medium Manufacturing zone requires a Conditional Use Permit for bulk liquified petroleum gas storage.

The Initial Study has been prepared for that portion of the project only.

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7. SURROUNDING LAND USES AND SETTING:

The site is located in the City’s industrial area which encompasses a majority of the properties in the Coastal Zone, west of Interstate 5. All surrounding properties are industrial and located within the same Medium Manufacturing (MM) zoning designation. To the north, the property is a wood treatment facility. Located south of the project site is a metal fabrication business and the applicant’s (WestAir) existing gas retail business, which will rem ain in full operation. Directly abutting the property to the west are Railway tracks operated by Burling Northern Santa Fe (BNSF). The site is accessed from the east, off of Haffley Avenue. Across Haffley is a rental car overflow site.

Directly east of Interstate 5 is the City’s Westside Specific Plan Area , a quarter-mile away from the site. The nearest school, Kimball Elementary, is located approximately half a mile from the site. Also within the vicinity of the site is the Unified Port of San Diego, National City Marine Terminal, and Naval Base San Diego.

8. OTHER AGENCIES WHOSE APPROVAL MAY BE REQUIRED (AND PERMITS NEEDED):

San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (Air Quality Permit for above-ground storage tanks) ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:

The environmental factors checked below would be p otentially affected by this project, involvi ng at least one impact that is a “Potentially Sig nificant Impact” or is “Potentially Significa nt Unless Mitigated,” as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
 Aesthetics  Agriculture and Forestry Resources  Air Quality  Biological Resources  Cultural Resources  Geology / Soils  Greenhouse Gas Emissions  Hazards & Hazardous Materials  Hydrology / Water Quality  Land Use / Planning  Mineral Resources  Noise
 Population / Housing  Public Services  Recreation  Transportation / Traffic  Utilities / Service Systems  Mandatory Findings of Significance
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DETERMINATION:
(To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this Initial Evaluation:

I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. 
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. 
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. 
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect (1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and (2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a “potentially significant impact” or is “potentially significant unless mitigated.” An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effect that remains to be addressed.

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Signature

Date

December 17, 2025
Printed Name: Sophia Depew Title: Assistant Planner

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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:

1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except “No Impact” answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency c ites in the pa rentheses following each question. A “No Impact” answer is adequately supported if the r eferenced information sources show that t he impact simply does not apply to the project. A “No Impact” answer should be e xplained where it is based on p roject-specific factors as well as general standards.

2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved. Answers should address off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts.

3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact ma y occur, then the c hecklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than significant wit h mitigation, or less than significant. “Potentially Significant Impact” is appropriate if there is substantial evidence than an effect may be significant. If there are one or more “Potentially Significant Impact” entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required.

4. “Negative Declaration: Less than Significant w/ Mitigation In corporated” applied where the incorporation of a mitigation measure has reduced a n effect fro m “Po tentially Signif icant Im pact” to “Less then Significant Impact”. The lead a gency must describe the mitigat ion measures, and briefly explain how they reduce t he effect to a less than significant level.

5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D).

6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the che cklist references t o information sources for potential impacts (e.g. g eneral plans, zoning ordinances). References to a p reviously prepared or outside d ocument should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.

7. Supporting Information Source s: A source list sho uld be a ttached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.

8. This in only a suggested form, and lead a gencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies should normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project’s environmental eff ects in whichever format is selected.

9. The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) The significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significance. 62

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ISSUES with Supporting Documentation & Sources
I – AESTHETICS - Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Have a substantial adverse e ffect on a scenic vista? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
d) Creat e a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime Views in the area? (Sources:
1, 2, 3)
x
The project site is an existing industrial lot and is surrounded by existing developed or disturbed areas. Although the San Diego Bay is located within a quarter-mile of the project site, there will be a no impact to the scenic vista because the site is alre ady devel oped and surrounded by other industri al deve lopment. The addition of the proposed propane tank will be required to follow t he development standards in the code, including maximum height. Industrial uses taking place outdoors also require a six-foot screening fence. The applicant is taking over a previously unoccupied space, which will allow for better upkeep of the property.

There are no other scenic vistas or resources in the area that would be affected by the pro ject. The existing visual character is low due to the ex isting industrial uses surround the site. Any proposed development is required to meet the lighting standards in the Chapter 18.60 of the National City Municipal Code (“Code”), which regulates light and glare. Additionally, the existing development site already has lighting on site and no lighting is proposed at this time.
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II – AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY RESOURCES
In determining whether impacts to a gricultural resources are significant environmental effects, lea d agencies may refer to th e California A gricultural Land Evaluatio n & Site As sessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of Cons ervation as an optional model to use in a ssessing impacts on agriculture and f armland. In determining whether impacts to forest resources, incl uding timberla nd, are significant enviro nmental effects, lead agencies may refer t o information compiled by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state’s inv entory of forest land, including the Fo rest and Range Assessment Project and th e Fo rest Legacy Assessment project; a nd forest carbon measurement me thodology provided in Forest Protocols adopt ed by the California Air Res ources Board.

Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Convert Prim e Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmla nd), as show n on the maps prepared pu rsuant to the Farmland Mapping and Moni toring Program of the Cali fornia Resourc es A gency, to non - agricultural use? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

c) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forest land (as defined in Public Resources Code section 12220(g)), timberland (as defined by Public Resources Code section 4526), or timberland zoned Timberland Production (as defined by
Government Code section 51104(g))? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

d) Result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

e) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

x
The City of National City does not contain farmland or agricultural resources, forest land, nor any land zoned for agricultural use. As such, approval of this project will have no impact on such lands or resources.

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III – AIR QUALITY
Where availa ble, the sign ificance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations.

Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? (Sources: 1, 2, 3,7,21)
x
b) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard? (Sources: 1, 2, 3,4)
x
c) Expose sen sitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? (Sources: 1, 2, 3,7,20)
x
d) Result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people? (Sources: 1, 2, 3,7)
x
The City does not have any applicable air quality plan or standards that would apply in this case. Air qua lity is under the purview of the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District. The County of San Diego and National City are in attain ment for all California Clean Air Act (CCAA ) pollutants with the exception of ozone. Approval of this project will not conflict with or obstruct the implementa tion of the S an Diego County Regional Air Quality Strategy (RAQS) to manage air quality in our region. The project will obtain permits from the San Diego County Air Pollution C ontrol District that ensures the project is in line with the goals in the RAQS.

The closest residences are located within a quarter -mile and Kimball Elementary is located approxima tely a half-mile from the project site. Since the s ite is already develop ed, construction is limited to the a ddition of the prop ane tank . SDAPCD also has adopted Rule 55 to l imit the im pacts of particulate matter during construction activities. Due to the limited scope of the project, construction and operation will have less than significant impact related to exposing sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations or resulting in other emission (odors) that would adversely affect a substantial number of people.

IV – BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Ha ve a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? (Sources: 6) x
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, and regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
x
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(Sources:6)

c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protect ed wetlands as define d by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, m arsh, vernal po ol, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrolo gical interruption , or other means? (Sources: 6)

d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fis h or wildlife species or with e stablished native resident or migratory w ildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? (Sources: 6)

e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? (Sources: 1)

f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? (Sources: 1)

The project site was previously developed and utilized as an industrial site. The site contains no native or non- native vegetation. Also, no jurisdictional wetlands, other sensitive habitat, or sensitive species are located on the property; and data provided by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service indicate the proposed project site contains no jurisdictional wetlands or jurisdictional waters of U.S. or state-defined streambeds.

The project site is located completely within an urbanized area, surrounded by development and contains no sensitive habitats or biological resources that are protected by local policies or ordinances. There are also no adopted habitat conservation plans within the City of National City. Therefore, the proposed development would have no impact.

V – CULTURAL RESOURCES
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in Section 15064.5? (Sources: 1, 3)

b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to 15064.5? (Sources: 1, 3)

d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries? (Sources: 1, 3)

The project is a completely developed site. No historical or arch aeological resources as defined in Section 15064.5 are known to exist on the proposed project site. There is one recorded historical site (Santa Fe Depot) on the National Registrar located within a half-mile of the project site. However, the proposed project will not cause a substantial adverse change to the nearby historical site.

Any construction would occur in an area currently comprised of impermeable (e.g. concre te, asp halt) material. N o gradi ng is proposed. Additionally, the already developed nature of the area suggests that no impacts to archaeological resources are anticipated. As such, there is a relatively low probability of disturbing any human remains and t herefore, no impact. In th e event of the accidental discovery or recognition of any 66

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human remains during construction, the applicant shall take all appropriate steps as required by relevant federal, state, and local laws , including California Health and Safety Co de 7050.5. Therefore, the proposed project would not result in no impact to cultural resources.

V – Energy
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Result in potentially significant environmental impact due to wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy resources, during project construction or operation? (Sources: 1, 3, , 9, 13)

b) Conflict with or obstruct a state or local plan for renewable energy or energy efficiency? (Sources: 1, 3, 4, 9, 13,15)

The project site is located in an area designated for industrial use. The facility will be served by existing electrical and gas infrastructure. The storage facility is not anticipated to increase demand on the electrical grid or natural gas lines beyond the baseline consumption for lighting, security, and minor office use.

Construction of the LPG above ground tank will require the use of energy to powe r heavy equipment, transport materials, and install the storage tank and dispensing equipment. Energy-consuming equipment would include construction ve hicles, cranes, welders, and other machinery. Construction i s temporary, and the energy consumption from these activities is not considered wasteful or inefficient, as standard construction meth ods will be used. Energy efficiency will be maximized through proper maintenance of equipment and efficient route planning for material transport.

Energy consumption during facility operation would be associated with two main components:
• Stationary energ y use: This includes e lectricity for facility li ghting, securi ty systems, minor offic e equipment, and the operation of pumps and compressors needed for fuel storage and dispensing. • Fuel transport: The stored LPG will be transported to and from the site. Transportation energy use is primarily a function o f delivery vehicle trip s, which will be managed for efficiency based on customer demand.

Overall, the project's ope rational energy consump tion would be minimal and is not considered wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary. Impacts would be less than significant.

At the local level, the Regional Energy Strategy (RES) serves as the energy policy blueprint for the San Diego region through 2050. It established long term goals to support alternative fueling infrastructure throughout the region. The project facilitates the storage of LPG, a cleaner -burning fuel than conventional gasoline or diesel.

The project would facilitate the expansion of alternative fuel options. Therefore, there would be no impact.

VI – GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving:

i) Rup ture of a known earthquake fault, as deli neated on the most recent Alquist -Priolo Ear thquake Fau lt Zoning M ap issued by the Stat e Geologist for the area or ba sed on other

x
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substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to D ivision of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. (Sources: 1, 8)

ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? (Sources:1, 8)

iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? (Sources: 1, 8)

iv) Landslides? (Sources: 1,8)

b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? (Sources: 1, 2, 8)

c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? (Sources: 1, 8)

d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Ta ble 18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property? (Sources: 1, 8)

e) Have soils i ncapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewe rs are not available for the disposal of waste water? (Sources:1, 8)

e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? (Sources: 1, 8)

California Geological Su rvey information from the California Department of Conservation Fault A ctivity Map indicates that the site is not locat ed wit hin an Alqui st-Priolo Special S tudies Zone, and there are no known active or p otentially active faults that intercept the project site; th erefore, the potenti al for ground rupture at this site is considered low. The nearest active fault to the site is the Rose Canyon Fault, located over two miles off the coast. Accordingly, the site is not considered to possess a significantly great er seismic risk than that of the su rrounding area in g eneral. The si te is not within an area susceptible to l andslides and not within a fau lt zone, slide pron e a rea or an area susceptible t o liquefaction per the General Plan S afety Element; therefore there is no impact or increased exposure to landslides due to the proposed project.

It should be recognized that Southern California is an area that is subject to some degree of seismic risk and that it is generally not considere d economically feasible nor technologically practical to build stru ctures that are totally resistant to earthquake-related hazards. Construction in accordance with the minimum requirements of the Uniform Building Code should minimize damage due to seismic events. Due to the number and nature of the active and non -active f ault line s within the southern Ca lifornia region, it cannot be known when earthquakes will occur; therefore, there is a less than significant impact.

Any future design and construction would require conformance with City’s stormwater ordinance and grading regulations. Therefore, there is no impact or increased substantial erosion due to the proposed project.

The existing developed parcels are connected to traditional sewer laterals, which connect with th e existing sewer system that serves the City. Any future design and construction would connect to the sam e system.

There would be no use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems; therefore, no impact.

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VII – GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment?
(Sources: 1, 9, 1021)

b) Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases? (Sources: 1, 9, 10)

GHG emissions contribute, on a cumulative basis, to the significant adverse envi ronmental impacts of global climate chan ge. No single project cou ld generat e enough GHG emissions to noticeably change t he glo bal average temperature. The combination of GHG emissions from past, p resent, and future p rojects contributes substantially to the phenomenon of global climate chan ge and its associated environmental impacts and as such is addressed only as a cumulat ive impact. Any increase to GHG would occur over a short construction duration and would consist primarily of emissions from equipment e xhaust. There would also be long -term regional emissions associated with pr oject-related new vehicular trips and indirec t source emissions, such as energy usage.

The primary use of the site, industrial gas warehouse and retail sales, is a use that would be permitted by right in the absence of the bulk propane storage. Propane will be delivered via commercial propane transport trucks from regional suppliers on a biweekly basis (twice a month),, therefore no impact.

The project facilitates the storage of LPG, a cleaner -burning f uel than co nventional g asoline or diesel , expanding alternative fuel options. Therefore, there would be no impact.

California has adopted several policies and regulations for the purpose of reducing G HG emissions. In April 2015, Executive Order B-30-15 was signed, which established a new GHG emissions reduction target of 40% below 1990 levels by 2030. In addition, in 2024 the City of National City adopted its Climate Action Plan and associated targets to reduce GHG emissions by 40 percent below 2018 levels by 2030 and 80 percent of 2018 levels by 2050. Some of the primary provisions of the Climate Ac tion Plan are to promot e clean transportation, water conserv ation, energy efficiency , and waste reduction strategies. The proposed project would not confl ict with an applicable plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the pur pose of reducing the emissions o f GHG emissions, as contained in the Climate Action Plan. Ba sed on the above, therefore no impact.

VIII – HAZARDS & HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Create a significant h azard to the public or t he environment through the routine tr ansport, use, o r disposal of ha zardous materials? (Sources: 1, 3, 7, 11, 14)

b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset a nd accident conditions involving the release of hazardous mat erials into the
environment? (Sources: 1, 3,7, 11, 14)

c) Emit h azardous em issions or hand le hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substan ces, or w aste within one -quarter

x
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mile of an existing or proposed school? (Sources: 1)
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list o f haz ardous materials sites compiled pursuant to G overnment Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, wou ld it cre ate a significant hazard to the public or the environment? (Sources: 5)
x
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not be en adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airpor t, would the project result in a sa fety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? (Sources: 1)
x
f) Impair imp lementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? (Sources: 1)
x
g) Expose p eople or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? (Sources: 1)
x
The routine transport, use, and disposal of the hazardous materials on site are regulated by various federal, state, and local requirements to minimize any potential impacts to the public and the environment. The US Department of Transportation P ipeline and Hazardous Materials Saf ety Administration regulates the transport of hazardous materials. Propane will be delivered via comme rcial propane transpor t trucks fr om reg ional suppl iers and transported directly to the on -site 30,000 gal lon storage tank. All propane deliveries are c onducted with trained personnel present, following NFPA protocols. Use of the haza rdous materials on site involves the dispensing of propane, which requires permits through the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District and the National City Building Division and Fire Department. Propane will be dispense d to retail customers, filling five-gallon to twenty-five gallon tanks. There are specialized procedures for the disposal of hazardous gases within the State of California. Therefore, less than significant impact.

Due to the type of use and the presence of hazardous material on si te, the applicant will be required to s ubmit detailed plans to the National City Fire Department prior to construction and operation of the site. The plans will include an Emer gency Dis aster R esponse Plan, Cost Recovery Plan, sch eduled traini ng operations, and compliance with all a pplicable Fire Codes. Fir e Sprinkler Systems, Fire Ala rm Systems, Early Warning Gas Detection Systems, and Emergency Shut Offs are required for the project. In addition to the National City Fire Department, the project is subject to multiple federal, state, a nd local associations that explicitly regulate the safety and handling of hazardous materials, such as the National Fi re Protection Association, Compressed Gas Association, American Propane Institute, and the Occupational Safe ty and Health Administration . Operations related to the storage and dispensing of prop ane will follow proper safety and operation protocols from all relevant federal, state, and local requirements. Therefore, there will not be any reasonably foreseeable upset or accident condition involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment.

The project is located on a site which is included o n a l ist of hazard ous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 per the State Water Resource s Control Board Geo Tracker. The site was previously operated by Univar, a global chemical and ingredients distributor. Potential contaminates of concern on site include 1,1,1-Trichloroethane ( TCA), 1,4 -Dioxane, Dichloroethane (EDC), Tetrachloroethylene ( PCE), and Trichloroethylene (TCE). As a result, installation of an air sparge and soil vapor extraction well s occurred in March of 2022. Environmental consultants for the remediation on site indicated the proposed above ground propane tank is not incompatible with the existing vapor recovery and that no combustible gas is emitted from the vapor recovery unit sit e. Any potential hazardous concentrations of VOC in the soils should have no negative impact on the bearing capacities of the soils in their current state. During installation of the above ground tank, the 70

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applicant shall be responsible for coordinating with the consultants so that any soil spoils genera ted from the installation of the propane tank that are not suitable to be used to backfill onsite will be tested and profiled to confirm any hazardous concentrations and a geotechnical evaluation of the soils shall be completed prior to reuse onsite, should any soils be excavated and reused as backfill. Therefore, less than significant impact.

The site is not located within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school, therefore no impact. There are no airports or airstrips in the vicinity. the project would not interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan and the project is not adjacent to any wildlands or land subject to wildland fires; therefore there would not be any significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildfires. Therefore, there is no impact.

IX – HYDROLOGY / WATER QUALITY
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Violate an y water qual ity standards or waste di scharge requirements or otherwise substanti ally degrade surface or ground water quality? (Sources: 1)

b) Substantially decrease groundwater sup plies or interfere substantially with groun dwater re charge such that the p roject may impede sustainable groundwater management of the basin? (Sources: 1)

c) Substantially alter the existin g drainage pattern of the s ite or area, including thro ugh the alteration of the course of a strea m or rive r or through the addit ion of impervious surfaces, in a manner which would: (Sources: 1, 3, 6)

i) result in a substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site;

ii) substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or offsite;

iii) create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff; or

iv) impede or redirect flood flows?

d) In flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, risk release of pollutants due to project inundation? (Sources: 1, 3)

e) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water quality control plan or sustainable groundwater management plan? (Sources: 1)

The project area is comprised of an existing developed industrial site. The project wi ll be subject to wate r quality and discharge requirements through the City’s Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan (JRMP). Future development will be required for compliance with all storm water handling, storage, drainage, and hydromodification regulations.

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drainage patterns that would result in substantial erosion, inc rease su rface runoff resulting in flo oding, contribute to runoff that would exceed stormwater drainage, or impede flood flows.

The property is not located within a flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, therefore, no impact. Additionally, the project is not subject to any water quality control plans or sustainable groundwater management pla ns, therefore no impact.

X – LAND USE AND PLANNING
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Physically divide an establish ed community? (Sources: 1, 2, 3) x
b) Cause a significant environmental impact due to a conflict with any land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environm ental effect? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
The site is surrounded by industrial uses (storage, warehouse, manufacturing, etc.). No residential zones are nearby; therefore, no impact.

The project is a conditionally permitted use in a zone that all ows a range of industrial and commercial uses, which is consistent with both the General Plan, Local Coastal Plan, and the Land Use Code ; therefore, there would be no conflict with said plans.

XI – MINERAL RESOURCES
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? (Sources: 1)
x
b) Result in the loss of availability o f a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? (Sources: 1)
x
The project site is located completely within an urbanized area and surrounded by development. The site contains no known mineral resources on the proposed project site or delineated on a local plan for the site; therefore, there is no impact to mineral resources.

XII – NOISE
Would the project result in:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Generation of a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local gener al plan o r noise ordinance, or applicable sta ndards of other agencies? (Sources:
1, 2, 3)
x
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b) Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

c) For a project located within the vicinit y of a private airstrip or an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? (Sources: 1)

The surrounding area is industrial and isn’t near any residentially -zoned properties, so any noise associated with the proposed project is not expected to exceed the existing ambient noise in this area. The transport trucks for propane delivery are not expected to exceed two trips per month . Propane dispensing shall only occur during operating hours (8am-5pm) and air compressor equipment will be enclosed and sound-dampened per manufacturer specifications. Furthermore, the project is subject to the limitations contained in the City’s Noise Ordinance; therefore, less than significant impact.

The associated construction on t he project site would cr eate temporary noise impacts. Modern construction equipment, properly used and maintained, sho uld not exceed the noise limits contained in the City’s Noise Ordinance. All noise gen erated by the project would be required to comply wi th the City’s Noise Ordi nance and be limited to specific hours of operation. No impact from the project would occur.

The proposed project site is not located within an airport land use plan or within two miles of a public use airport or private airstrip; therefore, there is no impact to those people working on the project site.

XIII – POPULATION AND HOUSING
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Induce s ubstantial unplanned population growth in a n area, either directly (for example, by proposing new h omes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

b) Displace substantial numbers of existing people or housing, necessitating the construction of re placement housing
elsewhere? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)

The project is a n industrial use and would replace an existing industrial use, the refore th ere would be n o impact to population or housing in the area. Housing is not a permitted use west of the Interstate 5.

XIV – PUBLIC SERVICES

Potentially
Significant
Impact

Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation

Less Than
Significant
Impact

No
Impact

a) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provisio n o f new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically alter ed governmental facilities, the construction o f which c ould cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service rat ios, response times or o ther performance objectives for any of the public services:

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Fire protection? (Sources: 1, 3,11)
x
Police protection? (Sources: 1, 3)
x
Schools? (Sources: 1, 3)
x
Parks? (Sources: 1, 3)
x
Other public facilities? (Sources: 1, 3)
x
Due to the type of use and the presence of hazardous material on site, the applicant will be required to submit detailed plans to the National City Fire Department prior to construction and operation of the site. The plans will include an Emer gency Disaster Response Plan, Cost Recovery Plan, sched uled training operations , and compliance with a ll applicable fi re cod es for each use . Joint pre -incident walkthroughs with the Fire Department are required prior to occupancy and annually . Specialized equipment for emergency response shall be provided specifically for propane incidents. The facility must also support Fire Department training, including full-scale hazardous materials scenarios and unique firefighting tools or equipment; therefore, there is a less than significant impact with regard to Fire protection.

The proposed project would not result in adverse impacts to public services. Any redeve lopment w ould replace existing uses and not have a significant effect on existing volumes of calls for service The project site is currently and will continue to be served by the National City Fire and Police Department. The closest Fire Station is approximately 1.3 miles away on East 16th Street, as is the Police Station at 12th Street and National City Boulevard. Typical response time for this area would not be adv ersely impacted, as plans do not i nvolve changes to public stre ets adjacent to the site and since plans include retaining emergency acces s throughout the project area; therefore, there is no impact.

Schools would not be impacted, as there is no increase in population that would add to school attendance, thus no impact.

Any increase to park usage would likely occur from employees o f the business, however the t otal number of employees is not expected to exceed 14, thus no impact.

XV – RECREATION Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreatio nal fa cilities such t hat substantial physical deterioration of the fa cility would occur or be accelerated? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
b) Does the project include rec reational fac ilities o r require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? (Sources:
1, 2, 3)
x
Pepper Park, located on the Sweetwater Channel waterfront, is the only park/recreational facility in the vicinity.

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business, however the total number of employees is not expected to exceed 14. Additionally, Pepper Park is not a C ity park (it is owned and operate d by the San Diego Unified P ort District). Furthermore, Pepper Park i s undergoing major renovations to accommodate more visitors. Therefore, no impact.

XVI – TRANSPORTATION
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Conflict with a program, plan, ordinance or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
b) Conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines § 15064.3, subdivision (b)? (Sources: 1, 2, 3,17,18,19)
x
c) Substantially increase hazards due to a geometric design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous in tersections) or incompatibl e uses (e.g., farm equipment)? (Sources: 1, 2, 3)
x
d) Result i n inadequate emergency access? (Sources: 1, 2, 3) x
Potential development would not conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs regarding public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities, or otherwise decrease the performance or safety of such facilities, as there are no such activities existing or plan ned in this area . National City has designated trucking routes originating mainly from the National City Marine Termi nal and l inking to regional highways. The truck routes through National City are either classified as “primary” or “alternate” routes. Primary routes are generally described as the most direct routes to freeways and are used for regional delivery. Alternat e routes are those roads used to move trucks through the City to local destinations. The closest primary routes a re Tidelands Avenue and Bay Marina Drive. All trucks shall be required to follow appropriate ruck routes as identified in the National City General Plan Transportation Element, therefore, no impact.

The site is an already-developed industrial property and has been operated as a warehouse, a permitted use by right. While heavy-duty trucks are not typically included in VMT analysis, the number of t rucks visiting the site to fill the propane tank is two trips per month. With regard to Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), the project would screen out of VMT analysis related to CEQA, as the potential tra ffic generated by the proposed use is not expected to su bstantially increase VMT when compared to the existing use of the site and is well below the threshold for additional analysis.

While the City does not have any adopted plans which provide thresholds of significance for VMT as it relates to CEQA, the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) provides a guide for vehicular traffic generation rates for the San Diego Region and the Institute for Transportation Engineers (ITE) provides region specific thresholds of significance for VMT as follows:

Projects Inconsistent with General Plan or Community Plan Average Daily Trips Level of Analysis
0-500 VMT Analysis Not Needed/VMT Impacts Presumed Less Than Significant 500 and Greater VMT Analysis Recommended
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Projects Consistent with General Plan or Community Plan Average Daily Trips Level of Analysis
0-1,000 VMT Analysis Not Needed/VMT Impacts Presumed Less Than Significant 1,000 and Greater VMT Analysis Recommended
SANDAG trip generation rates guide indi cates warehouses generate approximately 5 trips/1,000 square feet and/or 60 trips/acre per day. Using this calculation, the 88,880 square -foot industrial site would generate approximately 122 trips per day, including trips generated by trucks filling the p ropane tank. The average daily trip rate is within the 0 -500 range for projects inconsistent with the General Plan and the 0 -1,000 range for projects consistent with the General Plan that are presumed to have a less than significant VMT impact.

Additionally, land use projects within one -half mile of major transit stop or high quality transit corridor should be presumed to cause a less than significant transportation impact. The project site is located within one-half mile of the 24th Street Transit Center, qualifying transit, therefore no impact.

The site currently has two entrances located off of Haffley Avenue. One leads directly to employee/customer parking, while the second entrance provides access directly to yard area. The site already utilized as a n industrial property and is surround ed by similar uses. There are no proposed changes to the site at this time that would increase hazards due to a geometric design feature, or incompatible uses, therefore no impact.

No change in road or site design is proposed which would cause a safety risk or hinder emergency access. On site development shall be required to maintain all emergency routes, therefore, no impact.

XVI – Tribal Cultural Resources
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code § 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, and that is:
(Sources: 1)
x
i) Listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources, or in a local register of historical resources as defined in Public Resources Code section
5020.1(k), or (Sources: 1)
x
ii) A resource determined by the lead agency, in its discretion and supported by substantial evidence, to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code § 5024.1. In applying the criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resource Code § 5024.1, the lead agency shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American tribe (Sources: 1)
x
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The project will not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code § 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and sc ope of t he landscape, s acred pla ce, o r ob ject with cultural value to a California Native American tribe because the site is nei ther listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources, or in a local register of historical resources, and the site is not considered a resource or potentially a resource to a California Native American tribe; therefore, no impact.

XVII – UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Would the project:

Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Require or result in the relocation or construction of new or expanded water, wastewater treatment or storm wat er drainage, electric power, natural gas, or telecommunications facilities, the construction or relocati on of which could cause significant environmental effects? (Sources: 1, 2)
x
b) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project and reasonably foreseeable future developmen t during normal, dry and multiple dry years? (Sources: 1,2)
x
c) Result in a determinati on by the wastewater treatmen t provider which serves or may serve the proje ct that it has adequate capacity to serve the project’s projected demand in ad dition to the provider’s existing commitments? (Sources: 1, 2)
x
d) Generate solid waste in excess of state or local standards, or in excess of the capacity of local infrastructure, or otherwise impair the attainment of solid waste reduction goals? (Sources:
1, 2, 912)
x
e) Com ply w ith federal , state, and local statutes and regulation s related to solid waste? (Sources: 1, 2, 9)
x
The proposed project is located within an urbanized area and served by existing water facilities. The proposed project would be designed and constructed using Best Management Practices (BMPs) to appropriately handle wastewater and not exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board. Sweetwater Authority will determine if additional infrastructure, as needed, can be provided.

Also, all necessary improvements will be included with project approval and construction will be undertaken in acc ordance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) reg ulations; therefore, there would be no impact.

The proposed project si te will have standard requirements for solid waste. The local waste collec tion and recycle company, EDCO, has a cont ract with the City to handle City commercial businesses waste disposal and recycling needs. According to EDCO staff, the company utilizes several landfill sites for t he disposal of waste collected in National City, with the most common being Otay Mesa, Sycamore, and Miramar Landfills, with an additional 5, 17 and 6 years of capacity remaining r espectively; therefore, there is a less than significant impact. There are two other landfill sites in San Diego County – the Ramona landfill, which is full, and Borrego Springs landfill, which has an additional 30 years capacity remaining. In addition, th e proposed project would comply with all federal, state, and local statues and regulations related to solid waste.

XVII – WILDFIRE. If located in or near state
responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire Potentially
Significant
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
No
Impact
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hazard severity zones, would the project:

Would the project:

Impact Incorporation Impact
a) Substantially impair an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? (Sources: 1,16)
x
b) Due to slope, prevailing winds, and ot her factors, exacerbate wildfire risks, and thereby expose project occupants to pollutant concentrations from a wildfire or the uncontrolled spread of a wildfire? (Sources: 1,16)
x
c) Require the installation or main tenance of as sociated infrastructure (such a s roads, fue l breaks, em ergency water sources, power lines or other utilities) that may ex acerbate fire risk or that may result in temporary or ongoing impacts to the environment? (Sources: 1,16)
x
d) Expose people o r stru ctures to significant risks, incl uding downslope or downstream flooding or landslides, as a result of runoff, post -fire slope in stability, or drainage changes? (Sources: 1,16)
x
The site is not located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, therefore, no impact.

XVIII – MANDATORY FINDINGS of

SIGNIFICANCE
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant w/
Mitigation
Incorporation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife spec ies, cause a fis h or wildlife popu lation to drop below self -sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major p eriods of California history or prehistory? (Sources: 1)
x
b) Does the project have imp acts that are individually limited, but cumulatively consider able? ( “Cumulatively considerable ” means that the incremental effects of a project are consider able when viewed in connection with the effects of past pro jects, the effects o f other current proje cts, and the effects of pro bable future projects)? (Sources: 1)
x
c) Does the project have enviro nmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? (Sources: 1)
x
Discussion: No significant impacts to the environ ment as a result of this project have been identified .

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REFERENCE SOURCES:

Reference # Document Title Available for Review at:
1 National City General Plan
https://www.nationalcityca.gov/g
overnment/community-
development/planning/general-
plan
2 City of National City Municipal Code
https://library.municode.com/ca/
national_city/codes/code_of_ordi
nances?nodeId=CD_ORD_TIT1
8ZO
3 Case File 2025-26 IS, Initial Study Documents National City Planning Division 4 SANDAG www.sandag.org
5 State Water Resource Control Board Geo Tracker https://geotracker.waterboards.ca .gov/search
6 US Fish and Wildlife Wetland Mapper System https://www.fws.gov/wetlands/d ata/mapper.html
7 San Diego County Air Pollution Control District
https://www.sdapcd.org/content/
sdapcd/permits/equipment-
types/ast.html
8 California Department of Conservation http://maps.conservation.ca.gov/ cgs/fam/
9 City of National City Climate Action Plan
https://www.nationalcityca.gov/h
ome/showpublisheddocument/34
854/638871135944330000
10 Environmental Protection Agency
https://www.epa.gov/energy/gree
nhouse-gas-equivalencies-
calculator
11 Comments received from National City Fire Department National City Planning Division 12 CalRecycle https://www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/
SolidWaste/Site/Search
13 California Energy Commission
https://www.energy.ca.gov/sites/
default/files/2025-07/CEC-400-
2025-010-F_0.pdf
14 US Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials
https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/stan
dards-
rulemaking/hazmat/hazardous-
materials-regulations
15 SANDAG Regional Energy Strategy
https://www.sandag.org/-
/media/SANDAG/Documents/P
DF/projects-and-
programs/environment/regional-
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energy-planning/regional-
energy-strategy-2014-06-01.pdf
16 State Responsibility Area
https://gis.data.cnra.ca.gov/apps/
CALFIRE-Forestry::state-
responsibility-area-sra-
viewer/explore
17 SANDAG’s (Not So) Brief Guide of Vehicular Traffic
Generation Rates for the San Diego Region
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov
/content/dam/sdc/pds/ceqa/Lehm
anTPM/38%20Appendix%20T9
_SANDAG%20Trip%20Generat
ion%20Rates.pdf
18 Institute of Transpiration Engineers Guidelines for
Transportation Impact Studies in the San Diego Region
https://static1.squarespace.com/st
atic/5ab6b8a33e2d09b08935bcb
1/t/5d0c2f9ce5c55900014494ee/
1561079734160/Guidelines+for+
TIS+in+the+San+Diego+Region
+-+May+2019.pdf
19 Office of Planning and Research Technical Advisory on Evaluating Transportation Impacts in CEQA
https://lci.ca.gov/docs/20180416-
743_Technical_Advisory_4.16.1

8.pdf
20 SDAPCD Rule 55
https://www.sdapcd.org/content/
dam/sdapcd/documents/rules/cur
rent-rules/Rule-55.pdf
21 2022 Regional Air Quality Strategy (RAQS)
https://www.sdapcd.org/content/
dam/sdapcd/documents/grants/pl
anning/Att.%20A%20-
%202022%20RAQS.pdf
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Memo
www.arcadis.com
Arcadis U.S., Inc., 400 Capitol Mall, 9th Floor, Sacramento, CA, 702 485 6000 1/1 haffley memo

SUBJECT
2100 Haffley Ave Propane Tank Permitting
TO
Jay-Rob Josafat
WestAir Gases & Equipment, Inc
DATE
August 28, 2025

OUR REF
30249288

COPIES TO
Michelle Stayrook, Univar Solutions, USA
NAME
Brian Prowd, P.E.
916.786.3554, [email protected]
As the environmental consultant for the remediation site located at the address of 2100 Haffley Avenue, National City, CA, I certify the following:
a. There is no combustible gas being emitted from the vapor recovery unit onsite; b. The proposed propane tank is not incompatible with the existing vapor recovery in any way, shape, or form;
c. Any soil spoils generated from the installation of the propane tank that are not suitable to be used to backfill onsite will be tested and profiled to confirm any hazardous concentrations. If required, soils will be disposed of appropriately;
d. Any potential hazardous concentrations of VOC in the soils should have no negative impact on the bearing capacities of the soils in their current state. It would be recommended to complete a geotechnical evaluation of the soils prior to reuse onsite, should any soils be excavated and reused as backfill.

If there are any questions, please contact me at 916.786.3554.

Sincerely,
Arcadis U.S., Inc.

Brian Prowd, P.E.

Project Manager
ATTACHMENT 6
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Public Hearing

CERTIFICATION OF A NEGATIVE

DECLARATION AND A CONDITIONAL

USE PERMIT AND COASTAL

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR LIQUIFIED

PETROLEUM GAS (PROPANE) STORAGE
AND DISPENSING AT 2100

HAFFLEY
AVENUE
2025
-
26 CUP,
CDP
, IS

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Overhead

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Site Characteristics
➢The applicant, WestAir, is a multi-use retail gas supplier located at 2100 Haffley Avenue ➢ Located in the Medium Manufacturing zone and Coastal Zone overlay ➢ All surrounding uses are industrial and are within the same zoning designation ➢ The property is an 88,880 square-foot industrial site ➢ Existing 24,000 square-foot warehouse building
➢ WestAir is also operating at 2300 Haffley Avenue
➢ The site is included on a list of hazardous materials sites ➢ In March 2022, air sparge and soil vapor extraction wells were installed ➢ Remediation is ongoing
➢ New use will not interfere with remediation

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Site Photos

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Site Photos

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Proposal
➢The applicant proposes to install and operate a 30,000-gallon above ground horizontal propane tank with associated dispensing equipment
➢Propane will be delivered via transport trucks and transported directly to the storage tank once every two weeks
➢Propane will be dispensed for retail customers in five-to-twenty-five-gallon tanks ➢ Proposed use requires a CUP and CDP
➢Proposed development includes associated dispensing equipment and a canopy ➢The current use of the site is permitted by right in the MM zone

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Propane
➢Propane is a three-carbon alkane gas (C3H8)
➢Propane is produced as a byproduct of natural gas processing and crude oil refining ➢It is stored under pressure inside a tank as a colorless, odorless liquid ➢An odorant, ethyl mercaptan, is added for leak detection ➢As pressure is released, the liquid propane vaporizes and turns into gas that is used in combustion ➢ If spilled or released from a vehicle, it presents no threat to soil, surface water, or groundwater

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Site Plan

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Overhead

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Site Plan

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Staff Analysis – General Plan
➢The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and General Plan policies ➢ Policy LU 6.2: Requires development to be consistent with the Zoning Code, General Plan, and applicable specific plans.
➢ The proposed use is consistent with the Industrial (I) designation of the General Plan ➢ The request to install and operate a propane storage tank, is a permitted use in the MM zone with the approval of a CUP and a CDP

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Staff Analysis – Land Use Code
➢The project is located in the Coastal Zone so the previous Land Use Code permitted uses and development standards apply
➢ The project is located within the MM zone, which is regulated by Chapter 18.18 of the previous LUC ➢ Use Group 23 – Medium Manufacturing, which is allowed in the MM zone, permits the storage and distribution of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) with the approval of a CUP ➢ Previous LUC provide rules of operation for the installation and use of storage and dispensing for LPG ➢ Conform with National City Fire Code and State requirements ➢ Require the dispensing of LPG be by fully competent and qualified persons who are trained in safe practices for handling, distribution, and operation
➢ Operational standards included in Conditions of Approval ➢ The proposal has also been reviewed for conformance with applicable design regulations ➢ Setbacks, height, screening, etc.

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Staff Analysis – Coastal Zone
➢The business is located within the City’s Coastal Zone (CZ) overlay and subject to the development regulations outlined in the Local Coastal Program (LCP) ➢All projects in the Coastal Zone that require approval of a CUP must also have an approved CDP ➢ The site is located in area within the Coastal Zone that is typically exempt from CDPs ➢Two additional findings related to consistency with the Local Coastal Plan are required, which are included in the attached Resolution
➢ The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with all other plans and ordinances of the City of National City
➢ The granting of said Coastal Development Permit will be consistent with and implements the Certified Local Coastal Program

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Staff Analysis – Cont.
➢Safety
➢ Due to the type of use and the presence of hazardous material on site, the applicant is required to submit detailed plans to the National City Fire Department prior to construction and operation of the propane tank ➢ Plans will include an Emergency Disaster Response Plan, Cost Recovery Plan, trainings, and compliance with all applicable Fire Codes
➢ The project is subject to multiple federal, state, and local regulations that explicitly regulate the safety and handling of hazardous material
➢ Operations related to the storage and dispensing of propane will follow proper safety and operation protocols from all relevant federal, state, and local requirements ➢ Safety requirements included as Conditions of Approval

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Staff Analysis – Cont.
➢Traffic
➢ Potential traffic for the proposed use was analyzed in the Initial Study ➢ The project is not expected to have any traffic related impacts ➢ Staff included a condition of approval requiring signage on site for trucks to adhere to approved truck routes in the City

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California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA)
➢An Initial Study (IS) checklist was prepared for the CUP and CDP ➢ Original request included a hydrogen fueling station, which was removed ➢ Posted October 3rd, 2025 to November 3rd, 2025
➢ A new Initial Study was prepared for the propane use only ➢ Posted December 19th, 2025 to January 26th, 2026
➢ Staff received one comment related to monitoring for any potential discoveries for tribal cultural resources ➢ Included as Condition of Approval
➢Staff is recommending certification of a Negative Declaration based on the results of the Initial Study

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Comments/Summary
➢The proposed project is an industrial use at an existing industrial site ➢The project is consistent with the General Plan and Land Use Code ➢The project was analyzed for any potential impacts resulting from the propane storage and dispensing as required by CEQA
➢Conditions of approval are included to ensure the project implements all relevant federal, state, and local requirements for operation of the propane tank and dispensing equipment ➢All comments have been incorporated as conditions of approval as well as general conditions related to CUPs and CDPs

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Options
• Certify the Negative Declaration and approve 2025-26 CUP, CDP, IS, subject to the conditions included in the Resolution, or other conditions, and based on the findings included in the Resolution, or other findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or, • Find that the Negative Declaration for the Proposed Project has not been completed and processed in compliance with the requirements of CEQA ; and/or deny 2025-26 CUP, CDP, IS, based on the attached findings, or findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or, • Continue the item for additional information
• Staff recommending approval
• Notice of Decision to City Council

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Planning
Prepared by: David Welch, Principal Planner
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Planned Development (PD) Permit for Reduced Rear Yard Setbacks Within a n Approved 10-Lot Subdivision Located at 3410 Valley Road.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends Approval of a Planned Development (PD) Request for Reduced Rear Yard Setbacks Within the 10-Lot Subdivision, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026 -04, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Project is Consistent with the General Plan and Meets all Applicable Findings for a PD Request.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Planned Development permit , with modified conditions, by unanimous vote of those present at a public hearing conducted on March 16, 2026 . One seat on the Planning Commission is currently vacant and Commissioner Valenzuela was absent. The motion to recommend approval of the project included a request for an additional condition of approval related to the provision of a six-foot high privacy fence or wall along abutting residential properties.

EXPLANATION:

The applicant requests modified rear yard setbacks for a previously approved 10-lot subdivision to construct single -family homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on each lot . The development includes 10 single -family residential lots with a private street connecting the development to Plaza Bonita Center Way. The subdivision will also include a biofiltration basin on-site for stormwater management purposes. The bioretention area, private street, and common area have dedicated lots that are separate from the 10 residential lots.

The average parcel size is approximately 5,443 square feet in size, although the properties vary in size from 5,005 to 6,667 square feet in size. Due to the shape of the lots and design of the homes, reduced rear yard setbacks of 15 feet are being requested for the development. The standard rear yard setback in the RS-2 zone is 25 feet.

At the public hearing, two community members communicated concerns related to the privacy of neighboring residential properties in the unincorporated community of Bonita, part of San Diego County. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the request with modified conditions related to privacy fencing. Approval wa s based on the findings in and subject to the Conditions of Approval in the attached resolution. The attached Planning Commission staff report describes the proposal in detail.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

An application fee of $1,500 was paid with the submittal of the subject PD. Fees are anticipated to cover the cost of staff review time and processing the permit. A reduced fee for a conformance review was recommended by staff due to the previous review and approval of the tentative subdivision map associated with the proposed development.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Housing and Community Development

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is a project under CEQA subject to a Categorical Exemption. Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations. CCR 15305.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – PC Resolution 2026-04 (draft)
Exhibit B – 2025-36 PD Staff Report with attachments
Exhibit C – PC PowerPoint Slides

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-04

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CI TY OF NATIONAL CITY,

CALIFORNIA DETERMINING THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 5 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15305 (MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE LIMITATIONS) AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR REDUCED REAR YARD SETBACKS WITHIN A 10- LOT SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 3410 VALLEY ROAD. CASE FILE NO. 2025-36 PD APNS:
591-100-27 & 591-100-31

WHEREAS, the Planning Commissio n of t he City of National City considered a Planned Develo pment for reduced rear yard setbacks within a 10 -lot subdiv ision located at 3410 Valley Road . At a duly advertised public hearing held on March 16, 2026, at which time oral and documentary evidence was presented; and,

WHEREAS, at said public hearings the Planning Commission considered the staff report contained in Case File No. 2025-36 PD maintained by the City and incorporated herein by reference along with evidence and testimony at said hearing; and,

WHEREAS, this action is taken pursuant to all applicable procedures required by State law and City law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of National City, California, that the testimony and evidence presented t o the Planning Commission at the public hearing held on March 16, 2026, support the following findings:

1. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan bec ause the proposed subdivision consists of single -family lots, which is a permitted use in the Sm all Lot Residential (RS-2) zone. The lots comply with the minimum lot area requirement for the zone and the density of the Low Density Residential land use designation. The project will provide for additional homeownership opportunities and the constructio n of accessory dwelling units, which are promoted by policies in the City’s Housing Element.

In addition, modified rear yard setbacks will not substantially alter the ch aracter of existing neighborhoods within the City.

2. The proposed project will not be de trimental to the p ublic hea lth, safety, and welfare because the proposed subdivision and subsequent construction of single -family homes on the lots will be required to comply with applicable standards of the California Building Code and California Fire Cod e. The site was previously analyzed for the provision of adequate services when the property was annexed into the City in 2024.

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accessory structures in conformance with the development standards of the zone with the approval of the reduced rear yard setbacks.

4. The proposed development, when considered as a whole, will be beneficial to the community because the proposed development will provide for a new housing subdivision that offers homeownership opportunities and additional accessory dwelling units. The modifi ed setb acks for the development allow for more diversity of housing units within the City. The development will also provide adequate stormwater retention to protect existing wetlands on the site.

5. Any proposed dev iations pursuant to this section are app ropriate f or th is location and will result in a more desirable project than would be achieved if designed in strict conformance with the development regulations of the applicable zone because the developer proposes to construct larger, contemporary homes on the 10 lots in the subdivision. Each home is also anticipated to include an attached accessory dwelling unit. The deviation allows for more buildable area on each site to allow for the necessary square footage.

6. The proposed project has been reviewed in c ompliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has been determined to b e categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Class 5, Section 15305 (Mi nor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) for which a Notice of Exemption will be filed subsequent to approval of this PD. Class 5 consists of minor alterations in land use limitations in areas with an average slope of less than 20%, which do not result in any changes in land use or density. This class explicitly provides for set bac k variances. The proposed project is on land with minor topographic changes and the proposed deviation from rear yard setback requirements will not result in any change in projec t density or the number of parcels in the subdivision.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVE D that the application for a Conditional Use Permit is approved subject to the following conditions:

General

1. This Planned Development authorizes reduced rear yard setbacks within a 10-lot subdivision located at 3410 Valley Road. Plans submitted for permit s associated with this p roject shall conform to Exhibit A, Case File No. 2025-36 PD, dated 3/3/2026.

2. Before this Planned Development shall become effective, the applicant and the property owner shall both sign and have notarized an Accepta nce Form, provide d by the Planning Division, acknowledging and accepting all conditions imposed upon the approval of this permit. Failure to return the signed and notarized Acceptance Form within 30 days of its receipt shall automatically terminate the Planned Development. The applicant or owner shall also submit evidence to the satisfaction of the Planning Division that a Notice of Restriction on Real Property is recorded with the County Recorder. The applicant or owner shall pay necessary recording fees to the County. The Notice of Rest riction shall provide information

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that conditions imposed by approval of the Planned Development are binding on all present or future interest holders or estate holders of the property. The Notice of Restriction shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney and signed by the Director of Community Development prior to recordation.

3. This permit shall become null and void if not exercised within one year after adoption of the resolution of approval unless extended according to procedures spe cified in the Municipal Code.

4. Within four (4) days of approval, pursuant to Fish and Game Code 711.4 and the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 753.5, the applicant shall pay all necessary environmental filing fees for the San Diego County Clerk. Checks shall be made payable to the San Diego County Clerk and submitted to the National City Planning Department.

Planning

5. Plans submitted for construction improvements shall comply with the current editions of the California Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Accessibility, Green, Energy, and F ire Codes.

6. Plans submitted for building permits must meet appropriate design guidelines as specified by the Land Use Code.

7. A landscape and underground irrigation plan shall be submitted with building permit plans as part of the construction permitting process in compliance with Land Use Code Chapter 18.44.

8. Building permit plans submitted for construction improvements on the proposed residential lots shall include an opaque, six-foot high wall or f ence along all property lines abutting existing residential uses or properties zoned for residential use irrespective of the jurisdiction in which they are located. Required walls or fences shall be maintained and kept in good condition for the life of the project.

Indemnification Agreement
The Applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its agents, officers, and employees from any and all claims, actions, proceedings, damages, judgments, or costs, including attorney's fees, against the City or its agents, officers, or emplo yees, relating to the issuance of this permit including, but not limited to, any action to attack, set aside, void, challenge, or annul this development approval and any environmental document or decision. The City wil l promptly notify the Applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding. The City may elect to conduct its own defense, participate in its own defense, or obtain independent legal counsel in defense of any claim related to this indemnification. In the event of such election, the Applicant shall pay all of the costs related thereto, including without limitation reasonable attorney's fees and costs. In the event of a disagreement between the City and Applicant regarding litigation issues, the City shall have the authority to control the litigation and make litigation related decisions, including, but not limited to, settlement or other disposition of the matter. However, the Applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless such settlement is approved by the Applicant.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be transmitted forthwith to the applicant and to the City Council.

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BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective and final on the day following the City Council meeting where the Planning Co mmission resolution is set for review, unless an appeal in writing is filed with the City Clerk . The City Council m ay, at that meeting, review or appeal the decision of the Planning Commission by setting the matter for a public hearing.

CERTIFICATION:

This certifies that the Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission at their meeting of March 16, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________

CHAIRPERSON

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Item no. 6
Ma
rch 16, 2026

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - PLANNING DIVISION
1243 NATIONAL CITY BLVD., NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
T
itle: PUBLIC HEARING – DETERMINATION THAT THE

PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
UNDER CLASS 5 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION
15305 (MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE LIMITATIONS)

AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR REDUCED
REAR YARD SETBACKS WITHIN A 10-LOT SUBDIVISION
LOCATED AT 3410 VALLEY ROAD.

Ca
se File No.: 2025-36 PD
Loc
ation: East side of Plaza Bonita Center Way south of Valley Road A
ssessor’s Parcel Nos.: 591-100-27 and 591-100-31
S
taff report by: David Welch, Principal Planner
A
pplicant: Laurence Tucker
Z
oning designation: Small Lot Residential (RS-2)
A
djacent use and zoning:

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orth: Low-density residential use / County of San Diego (Bonita) E
ast: Low-density residential use / County of San Diego (Bonita) S
outh: Low-density residential use / County of San Diego (Bonita) W
est: Planned Unit Development (Bella Bonita) / RS-2
E
nvironmental review: Categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Class 5, Section 15305 ( Minor Alterations in Land Use
Limitations)
S
taff recommendation: Approve

EXHIBIT B

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Planning Commission
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Staff Recommendation
Staff is recommending approval of the Planned Development (PD) request, subject to the recommended conditions in the attached resolution and a determination that the project is exempt from CEQA. The project is consistent with the General Plan.

Executive Summary
The applicant requests modified rear yard setbacks for a previously approved 10-lot subdivision to construct single-family homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

The development includes 10 single-family residential lots with a private street connecting the development to Plaza Bonita Center Way. The subdivision will also include a biofiltration basin on-site for stormwater management purposes that. The private street and common areas have dedicated lots that are separate from the 10 residential lots.

Site Characteristics
The proposed project is located at 3410 Valley Road approximately one mile east of the intersection of California State Route 54 (SR-54) and Interstate 805 (I-805).

The site was annexed into National City in 2024. The site is comprised of a 10-lot subdivision, private street, and a biofiltration basin, totaling approximately 2.5 acres.

The properties are zoned as RS -2 and are considered Low -Medium Density Residential on the General Plan Land Use map. There was an existing single- family residence on the site, which was demolished to redevelop the property. The property was annexed into the City on March 4, 2024 , w ith the subdivision approved on September 5, 2023.

Proposed Use
The applicant proposes to construc t an approved 10-lot single family subdivision with reduced rear yard setbacks . The project’s tentative subdivision map and the property’s annexation into the City were previously approved. However, the requested reduction in setbacks was not addressed dur ing the ori ginal project review and a separate P D permit has been submitted for this purpose. The applicant is requesting 15 -foot rear yard setbacks for the eastern half of the site and 20-foot rear yard setbacks for the western half of the site when a 25-foot rear yard setback is typically required for the RS-2 zone. No other modified standards

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are requested for this permit and the approved lot configuration was already in conformance with minimum lot area and frontage standards. The table below provides an overview of the subdivision and the requested setbacks.

Lot
Number
Size (square
feet) Proposed Use
Requested
Rear Yard
Setback
1 5,017 Single Family Residence 20’
2 5,005 Single Family Residence 20’
3 5,035 Single Family Residence 20’
4 5,065 Single Family Residence 20’
5 5,050 Single Family Residence 20’
6 6,485 Single Family Residence 15’
7 5,979 Single Family Residence 15’
8 5,078 Single Family Residence 15’
9 5,045 Single Family Residence 15’
10 6,667 Single Family Residence 15’
A 20,972 Private Street N/A
B 5,934 Biofiltration Basin N/A
C 6,667 Open Space (Drainage) N/A
Total 106,782
(2.451 acres)

Analysis
A PD permit may be requested for developments that consist of more than one acre and the purpose is to allow for greater fl exibility from the strict application of regulations than would typically be allowed under the variance process. The applicant’s property has characteristics that influenced the subdivision design.

There is a stream that flows through the southern portion of the site . In order to protect this wetland, a stormwater retention basis was also needed in close proximity. The private street was also necessary to restrict driveway access from Plaza Bonita Centerway. The applicant was still able to meet minimum lot area for the zone, but the depth of the site resulted in lots that were wider and less deep than typical lots in the City. As a result, the buildable area of the lots is not as large as the applicant needs to construct the desired style of homes for the pr oposed subdivision, which are intended to be larger, open-floor plan contemporary designs.

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Section 18.12.130.E.2 of the Land Use Code (LUC) provides for the request of special setbacks (or height) based on design and relation of buildings to each other and the surrounding area. The proposed development is uniquely situated on the edge of National City having been recently annexed. It is surrounded on three sides by rural, large lot development within unincorporated San Diego County. On the west side, the development has frontage along Plaza Bonita Centerway, which is a busy roadway that is used to access the Bonita area and Westfield Plaza Bonita Mall. Unlike most developments in the City, there is very little existing development context for the new subdiv ision to ta ke design c ues from. The site is, therefore, appropriate for the establishment of development patterns that deviate from what is ordinarily found in the RS -2 zone. In this case, the applicant is only requesting deviations in rear yard setbacks w hile lot ar ea, frontage, height, and other development standards are still maintained. Furthermore, the depth of the new lots is just under 90 feet while most lots in the City have a least 100 feet providing further need for reduced rear yard areas.

General Plan
This project meets minimum lot area requirements and, therefore, the maximum density of the Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan.

In addition, the project will provide 10 new residential lots, which will expand homeownership in the City as encouraged by the Housing Element:

Policy HE 5.4: Support increased homeownership across all income levels for National City residents.

Each home is also expected to be constructed with an accessory dwelling unit, which will provide additional lower cost housing opportunities within the subdivision.

Mailing
All property owners and occupants within 300 feet are required to be notified of a public hearing for a PD application. Notice of this public hearing was sent to 10 occupants and owners.

Department Comments
The project was previously routed for review by departments and outside agencies during the review of the tentative subdivision m ap. No additional comments were received for the PD.

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Public Comment
No public comments were received as of the writing of this staff report.

Findings for Approval
The Municipal Code contains six required findings for Planned Developments as follows:

1. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan.

The proposed subdivision consists of singl e-family lots, which is a permitted use in the Small Lot Residential (RS -2) zone. The lots comply with the minimum lot area requirement for the zone and the density of the Low-Density Residential land use designation. The project will provide for additional homeownership opportunities and the construction of accessory dwelling units, which are promoted by policies in the City’s Housing Element. In addition, m odified rear yard setbacks will not substantially alter the character of existing neighborhoods within the City.

2. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.

The proposed subdivision and subsequent construction of single- family homes on the lots will be required to comply with applicable standards of the Calif ornia Building Code and California Fire Code . The site was previously analyzed for the provision of adequate services when the property was annexed into the City in 2024.

3. The proposed development will comply with the regulations of the Land Use Code.

The proposed subdivision includes 10 lots that can be developed with single-family homes. Each lot has adequate building area to construct a residence as well as accessory structures in conformance with the development standards of the zone with the approval of the reduced rear yard setbacks.

4. The proposed development, when considered as a whole, will be beneficial to the community.

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The proposed development will provide for a new housing subdivision that offers homeownership opportunities and additional accessory dwelling units. The modified setbacks for the development allow for more diversity of housing units within the City. The development will also provide adequate stormwater retent ion to protect existing wetlands on the site.

The developer proposes to construct larger, contemporary homes on the 10 lots in the subdivision. Each home is also anticipated to include an attached accessory dwelling unit. The deviation allows for more buildable area on each site to allow for the necessary square footage.

6. The proposed project has been reviewed i n compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has been determined to be categorically exempt from environme ntal review pursuant to Class 5, Sect ion 1530 5 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) for which a Notice of Exemption will be filed subsequent to approval of this PD. Class 5 consists of minor alterations in land use limitations in areas with an average slope of less than 20%, which do not result in any changes in land use or density . This class explicitly provides for set back variances. The proposed project is on land with minor topographic changes and the proposed deviation from rear yard setback requirements will not resu lt in any change in project density or the number of parcels in the subdivision.

Conditions of Approval
Standard Conditions of Approval related to new developm ent projects are included in the draft resolution. The project was previously subjected to conditions with the approval of the tentative parcel map.

Summary
The request for modified rear yard setbacks for a previously approved subdivision would address an omission during the initial review process. The requ ested setbacks would provide for more buildable area on lots that have slightly less depth

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than most lots in the same zone district. The previous entitlement was reviewed and conditioned based on comments from City departments and outside agencies.

Staff is recommending approval of the PD with only standard conditions of approval for new development projects.

Options

1. Find the projec t exempt from CEQA under Class 5 of the CEQA Guidelines Section 15305 or other exemption and a pprove 2025-36 PD subject to the conditions included in the Resolution, and based on the findings included in the Resolution or other findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

2. Find the project not exempt from CEQA and/or deny 2025-36 PD based on the attached findings, or findings to be determined by the Planning Commission; or,

3. Continue the item to a specific date in order to obtain additional information.

Attachments

1. Draft Resolution

2. Overhead

3. Applicant’s Plans (Exhibit A, Case File No. 2025-36 PD, dated 3/3/2026)

4. Public Hearing Notice (Sent to 10 property owners and occupants)

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ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-04

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION

OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA DETERMINING THAT THE

PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 5 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15305 (MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE LIMITATIONS)

AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR REDUCED REAR YARD SETBACKS WITHIN A 10-LOT SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 3410 VALLEY ROAD.

CASE FILE NO. 2025-36 PD
APNS: 591-100-27 & 591-100-31

WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of t he City of National City considered a Planned Development for reduced rear yard setbacks within a 10-lot subdivision located at 3410 Valley Road. A t a duly advertised public hearing held on March 16, 202 6, at which time oral and documentary evidence was presented; and,

WHEREAS, this action is taken pursuant to all applicable procedures required by State law and City law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of National City, California, that the testimony and evidence presented t o the Planning Commission at the public hearing held on March 16, 2026, support the following findings:

1. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan bec ause the proposed subdivision consists of single- family lots, which is a permitted use in the Sm all Lot Residential (RS -2) zone. The lots comply with the minimum lot area requirement for the zone and the density of the Low Density Residential land use designation. The project will provide for additional homeownership opportunities and the construction of accessory dwelling units, which are promoted by policies in the City’s Housing Element. In addition, modified rear yard setbacks will not substantially alter the character of existing neighborhoods within the City.

2. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare because the proposed subdivision and subsequent construction of single-family homes on the lots will be required to comply with applicable standards of the California Building Code and California Fire Code. The site was

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previously analyzed for the provision of adequate services when the property was annexed into the City in 2024.

3. The proposed development will com ply with the regulations of the Land Use Code because the proposed subdivision includes 10 lot s that can be developed with single -family homes. Each lot has adequate building area to construct a residence as well as accessory structures in conformance with the development standards of the zone with the approval of the reduced rear yard setbacks.

4. The proposed development, when considered as a whole, will be beneficial to the community because the proposed development will provide for a new housing subdivision that offers homeownership opportunities and additional accessory dwelling units. The modifi ed setbacks for the development allow for more diversity of housing units within the City. The development will also provide adequate stormwater retention to protect existing wetlands on the site.

5. Any proposed deviations pursuant to this section are appr opriate for this location and will result in a more desir able project than would be achieved if designed in strict conform ance with the development regulations of the applicable zone because the developer proposes to construct larger, contemporary homes on the 10 lots in the subdivision. Each home is also anticipated to include an attached accessory dwelling unit. The deviation allows for more buildable area on each site to allow for the necessary square footage.

6. The proposed project has been reviewed in c ompliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has been determined to be categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Class 5, Section 15305 (Mi nor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) for which a Notice of Exemption will be filed subsequent to approval of this PD. Class 5 consists of minor alterations in land use limitations in areas with an average slope of less than 20%, which do not result in any changes in land use or density. This class explicitly provides for set back variances. The proposed project is on land with minor topographic changes and the proposed deviation from rear yard setback requirements will not result in any change in project density or the number of parcels in the subdivision.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVE D that the application for a Conditional Use Permit is approved subject to the following conditions:

General

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1. This Planned Development authorizes reduced rear yard setbacks within a 10- lot subdivision located at 3410 Valley Road. Plans submitted for permits associated with this project shall conform to Exhibit A, Case File No. 2025-36 PD, dated 3/3/2026.

The applicant or owner shall also submit evidence to the satisfaction of the Planning Division that a Notice of Restriction on Real Property is recorded with the County Recorder. The applicant or owner shall pay necessary recording fees to the County.

The Notice of Restriction shall provide information that conditions imposed by approval of the Planned Development are binding on all present or future interest holders or estate holders of the property. The Notice of Restriction shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney and signed by the Director of Community Development prior to recordation.

3. This permit shall become null and void if not exercised within one year after adoption of the resolution of approval unless extended according to procedures specified in the Municipal Code.

Planning

5. Plans submitted for construction improvements shall comply with the current editions of the California Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Accessibility, Green, Energy, and Fire Codes.

6. Plans submitted for building permits must meet appropriate desi gn guidelines as specified by the Land Use Code.

7. A landscape and undergr ound irrigation plan shall be su bmitted with building permit plans as part of the construction permitting process in compliance with Land Use Code Chapter 18.44.

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employees, relating to the issuance of this permit including, but not limited to, any action to attack, set aside, void, challenge, or annul this development approval and any environmental document or decision. The City will promptly notify the Applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding. The City may elect to conduct its own defense, participate in its own defense, or obtain independent legal counsel in defense of any claim related to this indemnification. In the event of such election, the Applicant shall pa y all of the costs related thereto, including without limitation reasonable attorney's fees and costs. In the event of a disagreement between the City and Applicant regarding litigation issues, the City shall have the authority to control the litigation and make litigation related decisions, including, but not limited to, settlement or other disposition of the matter. However, the Applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless such settlement is approved by the Applicant.

BE IT FURT HER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be transmitted forthwith to the applicant and to the City Council.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective and final on the day following the City Council meeting where the Planning Co mmission resolution is set for review, unless an appeal in writing is filed with the City Clerk . The City Council m ay, at that meeting, review or appeal the decision of the Planning Commission by setting the matter for a public hearing.

CERTIFICATION:

This certifies that the Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission at their meeting of March 16, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________

CHAIRPERSON

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ATTACHMENT 2

2025-36 PD – 3410 Valley Road – Overhead

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28936 OLD TOWN FRONT STREET, # 205
Temecula, CA 92590
Phone: (951) 587-2020
Fax: (951) 587-2626

EXHIBIT A
CASE FILE NO.: 2025-36 PD
DATE: 3/3/2026
ATTACHMENT 3

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ATTACHMENT 4

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 5 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15305 (MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE LIMITATIONS) AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR REDUCED REAR YARD SETBACKS WITHIN A 10-LOT SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 3410 VALLEY ROAD.

CASE FILE NO.: 2025-36 PD
APNS: 591-100-27 & 591-100-31

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the National City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing after the hour of 6:00 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, located at the Civic Center, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California, on the following item:

The applicant requests modified rear yard setbacks for a 10- lot subdivision t o construct single-family homes and accessory dwell ing units (ADUs). The development includes 10 single-family residential lots with a private street connecting the development to Plaza Bonita Center Way. The Planning Commission will also consider the staf f determination that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 5, Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations).

Information is available for review at the City’s Planning Divisi on, Civic Center. Members of the public are invited to comment orally at the hearing or in writing. Written comme nts should be received by the Planning Division on or before 2:00 p.m., March 16, 202 6 by submitting it to [email protected]. Planning staff can be contacted at 619- 336-4310 or [email protected].

Under California Government Code section 65009, if you challenge th e nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or som eone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in w ritten correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Page 166 of 304 Public Hearing

PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR

REDUCED REAR YARD SETBACK
WITHIN A 10-LOT RESIDENTIAL
SUBDIVISION AT 3410 VALLEY ROAD
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EXHIBIT C

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Site Characteristics
• 3410 VALLEY ROAD
• South of SR-54 adjacent to Plaza Bonita Center Way
• Zoned as RS-2 (Small Lot Residential)
• Low-Medium Density Land Use
• 2.5 acres originally comprised of two parcels
• Developed with a single-family residence
• Surrounding area is low-density residential in the County with medium density to the west • 10-lot subdivision is in the process of recording Final Map • Tentative Map approved September 5, 2023
• Annexed into City on March 4, 2024
• Original CEQA documentation was a Mitigated Negative Declaration

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Overhead

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Site Photo

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Proposal
• PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR TENTATIVE 10-LOT SUBDIVISION • Applicant is requesting 15-foot rear yard setbacks on the eastern half of the site • Planned Development exhibit was originally included with application for Annexation and TSM • Staff never took in fees or addressed in previous approval • RS-2 zone has 25-foot rear yard setbacks
• Proposed residences are larger, contemporary-style homes • Parcels 1-10
• 5,005 to 6,667 square feet
• To be developed with single-family residences (and ADUs) • Parcel A
• 20,972 square feet (private street)
• Parcel B
• 5,934 square feet (bio-filtration basin)
• Parcel C
• 6,667 square feet (common space)

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PD Exhibit
15-FOOT REAR YARD SETBACK

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Analysis
• DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
• RS-2 zone typically permits one single- family residence per lot, plus an ADU • Applicant proposes one single-family residence per parcel • Building permits were submitted; design not final
• Project would provide for 10 new homeownership opportunities • PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
• One acre or more
• Allows greater flexibility from the strict app lication of regulations than would be typically allowed under variance process

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Analysis (cont.)
• SUBDIVISION DESIGN
• Southern portion of site includes protected stream
• Storm water retention required
• Double-loaded private street; restricted access to Plaza Bonita Centerway • Applicant still meets minimum lot area, but depth of the site resulted in atypical lot depths • Lot depths are less than 90 feet vs. typically 100+ feet for existing development in the City • Applicant desires to build large, open-floor plan contemporary designs

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Analysis (cont.)
• LAND USE CODE (LUC) SECTION 18.12.130.E.2
• Special setbacks may be requested based on the design and relation of buildings to each other and the surrounding area
• Recently annexed with rural, large lot dev elopment on three sides (unincorporated SD County)
• Frontage along the busy roadway, Plaza Bonita Centerway • Little existing development context to take design cues from • Appropriate location for a development pattern to deviate from ordinary development in the RS-2 zone
• All other development standards are being maintained

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Analysis (cont.)
• GENERAL PLAN
• Land Use designation is “Low-Medium Density Residential” • Allows up to nine units per acre
• Under density
• 10 new residential lots; ADUs
• General Plan Policies pertinent to the proposal:
• Policy HE-5.4: Support increased homeo wnership across all income levels for National City residents

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California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA)
• STAFF RECOMMENDING THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT UNDER CLASS 5, SECTION 15305 (MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE

LIMITATIONS)
• Modified setbacks; no change to land use or density
• PREVIOUS CEQA FOR ANNEXATION AND TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP:
• Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND)
• Mitigation Measures:
• MM BIO-1: Pre-construction Avian Survey
• MM BIO-2: Construction Fencing
• MM BIO-3: Permanent Open Space Easement
• CUL-1 Archaeological and/or Native American Monitoring • CUL-2 Unanticipated Discovery of Archaeological Resources

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Comments
• NO ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
• Previously reviewed
• PUBLIC COMMENT
• Opposition to CEQA determinat ion for a categorical exemption • Site-specific effects create unusual circumstances
• Privacy loss, aesthetics, noise, and constructed-related effects

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Conditions
• CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
• Standard conditions related to new development
• Project still subject to conditions related to tentative subdivision map

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Summary
• Request for modified setbacks for previously-approved subdivision would address an omission during the initial review process.
• Requested 15-foot rear yard setbacks would pr ovide for more buildable area on lots with slightly less depth than most lots within the same zone district. • Previous entitlement already reviewed and conditioned based on comments from City departments and outside agencies

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Planning
Prepared by: David Welch, Principal Planner
Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Zone Variance (ZV) to Deviate from Minimum Requirements for Lot Area, Street Frontage, and Setbacks at a Vacant Property Located on East 5th Street between Highland Avenue and I Avenue.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff Recommends Approval of the Zone Variance (ZV) Request for a Single-Family Residence and an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-02 and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Granting of a Zone Variance is Allowable with Findings Pursuant to Section

18.12.120 of the Land Use Code.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

On March 16, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the ZV by a unanimous vote of those present with modified conditions . Commissioner Castle recused herself from the item. There is also one vacant seat on the Planning Commission.

Ayes: Armenta, Gogue, Miller, Quinones Recused: Castle Absent: Valenzuela

EXPLANATION:

The applicant proposes to construct a one-story, 803 square-foot single-family residence and a 620 square-foot attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on an existing 2,500 square-foot vacant lot on East 5th Street between Highland Avenue and I Avenue. Due to the size and shape of the lot, a variance is being requested to deviate from the minimum lot area, street frontage, and setbacks for the Small Lot Residential (RS -2) zone. The Planning Commission conduct ed an initial public hearing for a Zone Variance request on November 17, 2025, and voted to continue the item for additional information and a request for a two -story design proposal. A subsequent public hearing was conducted on March 16, 2026, and the applicant’s plans for both the one-story and two-story development proposals were provided in the staff report as Exhibit’s A and B. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the request with modified conditions for Exhibit B, the two-story design, based on the findings and Conditions of Approval in the attached resolution. The attached Planning Commission staff report describes the proposal in detail.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

An application fee of $3,700 was paid with the submittal of the subject ZV. Fees are anticipated to cover the cost of staff review time and processing of the permit.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Balanced Budget and Economic Development

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is a project under CEQA subject to a Categorical Exemption. New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. CCR 15303.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Planning Commission Resolution (draft)
Exhibit B – Planning Commission Staff Report with attachments Exhibit C – 3/16/26 Planning Commission PowerPoint slides

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National City City CouncilApril 7, 2026

National City City Council
April 7, 2026