Chula Vista public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will review several items including infrastructure funding and fee schedule amendments. The meeting includes discussions on redistricting delays and updates to the animal care budget. Additionally, the council will consider various proclamations and contract ratifications.

• Appropriating $3,927,518 for Telegraph Canyon Channel Improvements
• Amending rent control administrative fee to $12
• Approving MOU with Sweetwater Union High School District for school resource officers
• Ratifying emergency repair contract at 604 Melrose Avenue
• Appropriating $32,500 in grant awards to Animal Care Facility Grant Funds

City Council

The City Council will review the City Manager's proposed operating and capital improvement budgets for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The agenda also includes several grant acceptances and infrastructure project updates.

• $1,000,000 grant to add one peace officer to the Police Department
• $600,000 for Loma Verde Recreation Center design and pre-construction
• $450,000 grant for Norman Park Senior Center improvements
• $203,143 grant for the Domestic Violence Response Team
• $131,000 easement purchase agreement with Terry Enterprises, LLC

City Council

The City Council will review the quarterly financial report for the period ending March 31, 2021. The meeting includes discussions on fiscal year budget amendments and appropriations. Additionally, officials will provide a COVID-19 update and present a proclamation for the Fire Department's 100th anniversary.

• $50,000 appropriation for the Parkside Sewage Pump Station
• Ratification of license agreement with San Ysidro Health to use Old Fire Station 5 as a COVID-19 clinic
• MOU approval with Chula Vista Police Officer's Association regarding compensation and employment terms
• Review of quarterly financial report and fiscal year 2020-21 budget amendments
• Assessments for various Open Space Districts, Eastlake, and Bay Boulevard

City Council

This special meeting of the Chula Vista City Council features the State of the City Address by Mayor Mary Casillas Salas. The agenda also includes a pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence.

• State of the City Address by Mayor Mary Casillas Salas

City Council

The City Council will review the Police Department's use of Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) systems and data sharing with Vigilant/Motorola. The agenda also includes updates on the Trails Master Plan and recommendations for updating the 2017 Climate Action Plan. Additionally, the Council will consider ordinance changes to speed limits on several roads.

• Consideration of Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) systems and data sharing with Vigilant/Motorola
• Ordinance establishing new speed limits for Bonita Glen Drive, Eastlake Parkway, and Birch Road
• Accepting recommendations to update the 2017 Climate Action Plan
• Presentation on the Trails Master Plan and Rice and Snake Canyon Loop Trail Pilot Program
• Re-certification of the City of Chula Vista Sewer System Management Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to the Bayfront Project Special Tax Financing District, including a special mail ballot election. The Council is also considering a first reading of an ordinance to amend municipal code rules for accessory and junior accessory dwelling units. Additionally, the meeting includes a COVID-19 update.

• Proposed changes to the rate and method of apportionment for Bayfront Project Special Taxes
• First reading of an ordinance amending rules for accessory and junior accessory dwelling units
• Ordinance establishing new speed limits on Bonita Glen Drive, Eastlake Parkway, and Birch Road
• Reclassification of a Police Department staff position to an Intelligence Analyst
• Summary vacation of a portion of Lot “A” in the Otay Ranch planning area

The Chula Vista City Council approved the consent calendar (5-0), which included adopting resolutions for a land vacation, a police staff reclassification, and setting speed limits on three road segments. The council also voted (5-0) to call a special mail ballot election for changes to the Bayfront Project Special Tax Financing District and to designate authorized representatives. An ordinance amending the municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units was continued to the May 25, 2021 meeting (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, land vacation, staff reclassification, and speed limit ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-056 calling special mail ballot election for Bayfront tax changes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-057 designating authorized representatives for Bayfront election (5-0)
• Continued ADU ordinance to May 25, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Ratified appointments to Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a report on the Police Department’s automated license plate recognition systems and data sharing with Vigilant/Motorola. The agenda also includes an update on renewable energy enrollment with San Diego Community Power. Additionally, the Council will consider amendments to city purchasing ordinances and fire fees.

• Report on Police Department's Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) systems and data sharing with Vigilant/Motorola
• Ordinance amending the purchasing system for real property acquisition
• Resolution to include ancillary ambulance fees in the master fee schedule
• Update on municipal accounts enrollment with San Diego Community Power
• Agreement with Tamar Communications for Spanish-language media services

The City Council approved the consent calendar (items 1-4) unanimously, which included adopting an ordinance authorizing the Public Works Director or City Engineer to acquire real property for capital improvement projects, approving a translation services agreement with Tamar Communications, approving an amendment to the legal services agreement for the Bayfront Project Special Tax Financing District, and amending the Master Fee Schedule to include ancillary ambulance fees. The Council also adopted Resolution No. 2021-053 supporting the renaming of the San Diego Bayshore Bikeway to the Greg Cox San Diego Bayshore Bikeway. No substantive decisions were made on the other agenda items, which were presentations or reports.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3500 authorizing the Public Works Director or City Engineer to acquire real property interests for capital improvement projects.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-050, an agreement with Tamar Communications for translation and Spanish-language communications and media services.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-051, the second amendment to the legal services agreement with Best Best & Krieger, LLP for the Bayfront Project Special Tax Financing District.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-052, amending the Master Fee Schedule to include ancillary ambulance fees.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-053 supporting the renaming of the San Diego Bayshore Bikeway to the Greg Cox San Diego Bayshore Bikeway.

City Council

The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to discuss short-term rental regulations and fire department staffing. The agenda includes approving new firefighter positions and the issuance of special tax bonds for the Millenia improvement area. The council will also consider agreements for redistricting services.

• Adding one Operations Support Captain and three Firefighter/EMT positions to Engine 59
• Issuing special tax bonds for Community Facilities District No. 16-I (Millenia) Improvement Area 2
• Approving redistricting consultant services agreements
• Adjusting campaign contribution limits for elections on or after January 1, 2022
• $1,370 easement purchase agreement with SDCF Holdings Corporation

The Chula Vista City Council approved the consent calendar, including adoption of Ordinance No. 3499 adjusting campaign contribution limits, acceptance of the Housing Element annual progress report, and resolutions for a Measure A fire staffing increase, a hazardous waste services amendment, an easement purchase, and an emergency order extension. The Council also approved consultant agreements for redistricting services, authorized issuance of special tax bonds for Community Facilities District No. 16-I (Millenia), and extended the annexation term for Community Facilities District No. 17-I. A discussion on short-term vacation rentals was held with no formal action taken.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-8 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3499 adjusting campaign contribution limits (5-0)
• Accepted Housing Element 2020 Annual Progress Report (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-043 adding fire positions funded by Measure A (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-047 for redistricting consultant services (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-048 authorizing special tax bonds for CFD No. 16-I (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-049 extending annexation term for CFD No. 17-I (5-0)
• Discussed short-term vacation rentals; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will consider new energy benchmarking and conservation rules for multifamily and commercial buildings. The agenda also includes adding several police positions and approving budget amendments for traffic signals and sewage facilities. Additionally, the council will review grant applications for improvements to local parks.

• Ordinance establishing energy benchmarking and conservation requirements for certain buildings
• Resolution to add one police lieutenant, one sergeant, and three officers
• $60,000 appropriation for traffic signal modifications and pedestrian countdown indicators
• $75,000 appropriation for the Parkside Sewage Pump Station
• $100,000 appropriation for a new storm water management and drainage project

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including the adoption of Ordinance No. 3498 establishing energy benchmarking and conservation requirements for multifamily and commercial buildings (Item 2), with Councilmember McCann voting no. The council also approved resolutions to apply for state park grants for Patty Davis Park and Eucalyptus Park, and to add police positions funded by Measure A. All other consent items were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of October 6, 20, and November 3, 2020.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3498 (energy benchmarking for multifamily and commercial buildings) — passed 4-1, McCann no.
• Placed on first reading an ordinance to adjust campaign contribution limits for elections after January 1, 2022.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-034 (CIP budget amendments for pedestrian countdown signals and sewer pump station) — 4/5 vote.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-035 (amendment to claims management agreement).
• Adopted Resolutions No. 2021-036 and 2021-037 (grant applications for Patty Davis Park and Eucalyptus Park) — McCann abstained on 6B.
• Accepted the audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2020.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-038 (Measure A public safety expenditure plan adding police positions) — 4/5 vote.

City Council

The Chula Vista City Council scheduled a special meeting for March 2, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session conference with negotiators from the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF).

• Closed session conference with International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) negotiators

City Council

The City Council will review updates on COVID-19 and the police department's Live 911 system. Proposed actions include establishing new greens fees at the municipal golf course and implementing energy conservation requirements for buildings. The Council will also consider approving revenue sharing agreements with the San Diego Unified Port District.

• Awarding a $2,082,419.70 contract to Hazard Construction Company for pavement rehabilitation
• Establishing new greens fees at Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course
• Implementing energy benchmarking and conservation requirements for multifamily and commercial buildings
• Approving revenue sharing agreements with San Diego Unified Port District for the Bayfront Project
• Accepting federal and state funds for an emergency rental assistance program

The City Council approved a consent calendar including minutes, investment policy, and several resolutions, with Mayor Casillas Salas abstaining on the Downtown Business Improvement District report. The council removed Item 7 from the consent calendar and, after finding Frank & Son Paving's bond failure excusable, awarded the Major Pavement Rehabilitation contract to Hazard Construction for $2,082,419.70. They also adopted new golf course greens fees, placed an energy benchmarking ordinance on first reading (4-1), approved Bayfront agreements, and accepted federal/state funds for emergency rental assistance (4-0-1).

• Approved consent calendar items 1-6 (5-0), with Mayor abstaining on Item 5 (4-0-1)
• Awarded Major Pavement Rehabilitation contract to Hazard Construction for $2,082,419.70 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-027 establishing new greens fees at municipal golf course (5-0)
• Placed energy benchmarking ordinance on first reading, amended to delete enforcement section (4-1)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-028 through 2021-030 for Bayfront revenue sharing and special tax changes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-031 through 2021-033 for emergency rental assistance, with Deputy Mayor McCann abstaining (4-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will review a COVID-19 update and consider bond issuances for charter school facilities and pension obligations. The agenda also includes speed limit changes on several local roads and joining a housing agency.

• $12,000,000 in revenue bonds for The Learning Choice Academy
• Speed limit changes on Bonita Glen Drive, Eastlake Parkway, Birch Road, and Paseo Del Rey
• Joining the California Community Housing Agency for middle-income rental housing
• Allocation of HUD funds to respond to COVID-19 impacts
• Amendments to city compensation schedules and classification plans

The City Council approved several resolutions, including allocating HUD CARES Act and CDBG/ESG funds for COVID-19 response, authorizing up to $12M in charter school revenue bonds for The Learning Choice Academy, and approving pension obligation bond documents. A speed limit ordinance was continued and bifurcated for separate consideration of segments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2021-019 allocating HUD CARES Act and CDBG/ESG funds for COVID-19 response (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-020 authorizing up to $12M charter school revenue bonds for The Learning Choice Academy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-021 approving pension obligation bond official statement and disclosure certificate (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including minutes, compensation schedule amendments, and CalCHA membership (5-0)
• Continued speed limit ordinance, bifurcating action on segments 1-3 and segment 4
• Ratified appointments to Board of Library Trustees and Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2020 annual report from the Growth Management Oversight Commission. The Planning Commission will consider recommending acceptance of the report, and the City Council will consider accepting it and directing the City Manager to implement its recommendations.

• Review of the Growth Management Oversight Commission’s Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Report
• Planning Commission Resolution No. MPA-20-0021 regarding report acceptance

The City Council, along with the Planning Commission and Growth Management Oversight Commission, held a joint workshop to review the GMOC's Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Report. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. MPA-20-0021 accepting the report, and the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-014, which accepts the report and directs the City Manager to implement its recommendations. The report identified non-compliant threshold standards in areas including climate protection, drainage, fire/EMS, fiscal, libraries, parks, police, schools, sewer, traffic, and water.

• Adopted Planning Commission Resolution No. MPA-20-0021 accepting GMOC FY2020 Annual Report (7-0)
• Adopted City Council Resolution No. 2021-014 accepting GMOC FY2020 Annual Report and directing City Manager to implement recommendations (4-0)

City Council

The Chula Vista City Council and Housing Authority will meet to discuss several items, including a $11,000,000 purchase of vehicles and specialized equipment. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a General Plan amendment at the Otay Ranch Town Center. Additionally, officials will consider financing for Columba Apartments and new fees for the municipal golf course.

• $11,000,000 purchase of vehicles and heavy-duty equipment through January 2026
• General Plan amendment initiation for 75.69 acres at Otay Ranch Town Center
• Issuance of multifamily housing revenue notes for Columba Apartments
• New greens fees for the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course
• Agreement for police, fire, and EMS services with San Diego Unified Port District

The City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a police, fire, and EMS agreement with the San Diego Unified Port District, a consultant services amendment, and vehicle purchases. A public hearing on a General Plan amendment for the Otay Ranch Town Center was continued to a future date. The Council also adopted resolutions for housing revenue notes and condemning the Capitol attack.

• Approved police, fire, and EMS agreement with San Diego Unified Port District (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to consultant services agreement with Harris and Associates (5-0)
• Approved waiver of competitive bid process for OEM and repair shops through 2026 (5-0)
• Approved vehicle and equipment purchases up to $11M via cooperative purchasing (5-0)
• Continued General Plan amendment for Otay Ranch Town Center to future date (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for multifamily housing revenue notes for Columba Apartments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution condemning Capitol attack and violence as political tool (4-0-1)
• Continued item on new greens fees at municipal golf course to future date

City Council

The City Council will vote to adopt a rezoning for a 6.94-acre site at 676 Moss Street. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance establishing energy benchmarking and conservation requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings. Additionally, officials will provide a COVID-19 update.

• Rezoning of 6.94-acre site at 676 Moss Street
• Energy benchmarking and conservation requirements for certain buildings
• Pavement rehabilitation contract awarded to Frank and Son Paving, Inc.
• Agreement with City of Lemon Grove for animal shelter services
• $25,000 appropriation to the Animal Care Facility Grant