Chula Vista public meetings in 2023

Board of Library Trustees Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Board of Library Trustees with a single action item: approval of the October 18, 2023 meeting minutes. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comments, staff and trustee comments, and adjournment to the next regular meeting on January 17, 2024.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 18, 2023
• Public comments accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email
• Meeting held at South Chula Vista Branch Library, 389 Orange Avenue

Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission Special Meeting

The Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission will hold a special meeting with three presentations on aging services, mental health programming, and the Norman Park Senior Center. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes and adopting Resolution 2023-01 to change its meeting time and location.

• Presentation by Aging and Independence Services on intergenerational households
• Presentation by Bring Change 2 Mind on mental health programming
• Presentation on Norman Park Senior Center updates
• Resolution 2023-01: change in meeting time and location
• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items: a tentative map and design review for commercial/industrial buildings at 750 Main Street, design reviews for 175 residential units in Otay Ranch Village Three, a mixed-use development in Otay Ranch Village 2, a 130-room hotel at Bob Pletcher Way and Millenia Avenue, and updates to growth management policies, public facilities financing plans, and appeal procedures. The commission will also discuss Senate Bill 10 implementation and approve October 25 meeting minutes.

• Tentative Map TM22-0003 and Design Review DR22-0009 for 7 lots and 7 buildings at 750 Main Street
• Design Review DR22-0011 for 175 market-rate for-sale homes in Otay Ranch Village Three
• Design Review DR22-0012 for mixed-use development on parcels C-1, MU-2, MU-3 in Otay Ranch Village 2
• Design Review DR23-0006 for a 4-story, 70,100 sq ft, 130-room hotel at Bob Pletcher Way and Millenia Avenue
• Policy updates to General Plan, Municipal Code, and Master Fee Schedule No. 14-100

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council met on December 12, 2023, and approved a consent calendar that included employee compensation and position changes, a joint waste tire grant application with San Diego, and a partial assignment of park obligations in the Millenia development. The council also adopted a resolution for a Zoll cardiac monitor lease and service agreement, and placed on first reading an ordinance amending public meeting rules, including a three-minute speaking limit for non-consent agenda items. Several items were removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion, and public comments were heard on various topics.

• Approved Resolution 2023-202 through 2023-208: amended classification plan, compensation schedule, position counts, Non-Safety IAFF MOU, budget amendments, and conflict of interest code
• Approved Resolution 2023-200: Zoll One Program Master Agreement for cardiac monitors and medical equipment (4/5 vote required)
• Approved Resolution 2023-209: joint waste tire abatement grant application with City of San Diego up to $500,000
• Approved Resolution 2023-201: partial assignment of park obligations in Lot 19 of Millenia SPA between Millenia 2022, LLC and Millenia Lot 19 Owner, LLC
• Placed on first reading an ordinance amending public meeting rules, including a three-minute speaking limit for non-consent items (4/5 vote required)

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council met on December 5, 2023, and approved a consent calendar that included a hotel fee deferral agreement, the 2024 cafeteria benefits plan, and several grant acceptances. Items removed from the consent calendar were also approved, including a $5 million police equipment purchase from Axon Enterprise, tow fee updates, and a special election result declaration. The council also held public hearings to place delinquent sewer and solid waste charges as liens on property tax bills.

• Approved Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body worn cameras, tasers, and in-car cameras (Resolution 2023-197)
• Approved Springhill Suites Hotel Development Impact and Sewer Capacity Fee Deferral Agreement with Eastlake Hospitality Ventures LLC (Resolution 2023-189)
• Adopted 2024 Cafeteria Benefits Plan and Second Amendment to IAFF MOU (Resolutions 2023-195 and 2023-196)
• Accepted grant funds for library programs and Building Forward Civic and South Library capital project (Resolutions 2023-188 and 2023-190)
• Amended city-initiated tow license fee and tow/storage rate schedule (Resolutions 2023-192 and 2023-193)

Board of Ethics Interview Panel

The Chula Vista Board of Ethics Interview Panel will meet to interview applicants for three vacant Board of Ethics seats and decide which candidates to recommend to the City Council. The panel will also discuss the interview process, approve prior meeting minutes, and outline remaining steps. Public comments are accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Interview of applicant Delia Dominguez Cervantes for Board of Ethics seat
• Discussion and action on interview process and questions
• Recommend up to three candidates to City Council for three vacant seats
• Approval of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Authorize City Attorney's office to complete December 4, 2023 minutes

Board of Ethics Interview Panel

The Interview Panel will meet to interview applicants for three vacant Board of Ethics seats and decide which up to three to recommend to the City Council. The panel will also discuss the interview process and remaining steps, and authorize the City Attorney's office to complete the meeting minutes. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment periods and standard items.

• Interview applicants Leslie Hurst, Mario Salzmann, and Maria Segura for Board of Ethics seats
• Discuss and determine interview questions and process
• Recommend up to three applicants to City Council for appointment
• Authorize City Attorney's office to complete meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to gaming license limits, objective design standards for housing, a CalPERS contribution amendment, and an AT&T fiber network agreement. They also accepted financial reports, waived fees for a senior affordable housing project, and made initial appointments to a new privacy commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3558 to allow a gaming licensee to hold more than two city licenses
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3559 adding objective design standards for multi-family and mixed-use projects
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3560 for a 1% employee CalPERS contribution for firefighters effective Jan 12, 2024
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-185 waiving parkland fees and construction tax for Congregational Suites senior housing
• Awarded AT&T a contract for a secure private fiber network (Resolution No. 2023-186)

Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Veterans Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting with a presentation on the Chula Vista War Memorial for South Bay Heroes, a discussion of the Veteran of the Year process, and an action to excuse Commissioner Martinez's absence. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comments and staff reports.

• Presentation by Jack Getcher on the Chula Vista War Memorial for South Bay Heroes
• Discussion of the Veteran of the Year process and improvements for next year
• Approval of Commissioner Martinez's absence from the November 15, 2023 meeting

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on November 14, 2023, approving consent calendar items and holding public hearings. They adopted resolutions for a gaming license expansion, objective design standards for housing, and several agreements including interactive voice response services, a SANDAG grant modification, consultant contract extensions, and a legal services amendment. The meeting also included proclamations and public comments on various topics.

• Approved Resolution 2023-178: Agreement with Selectron Technologies for interactive voice response services for building inspection scheduling
• Approved Resolution 2023-179: Modified agreement with SANDAG for Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program
• Approved Resolution 2023-180: Extensions for 20 on-call development and housing consultant agreements
• Approved Resolution 2023-181: Fourth amendment to legal services agreement with Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley for gaming operations
• Adopted Resolution 2023-182 and first reading of ordinance to allow gaming licensees to hold more than two city licenses

Sustainability Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation on the Beautify Chula Vista 2023 event, consider approving September meeting minutes, select a commissioner to serve on the Wildlife Advisory Group, and discuss a joint waste tire abatement grant application for 2023-2024. The commission will also receive staff and chair updates, including a decarbonization working group memo.

• Presentation: Beautify Chula Vista 2023 event
• Approval of September 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Selection of Wildlife Advisory Group (WAG) commission representative
• Joint Waste Tire Abatement Grant Application 2023-2024 — commission to recommend City Council approval
• Staff memo: Decarbonization Working Group update

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission will consider a draft amendment to Charter Section 303(C) to extend the time period for filling a council vacancy by appointment, and discuss next steps for a recommendation to the City Council. They will also discuss potential qualification requirements for City Councilmembers. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the August 9, 2023 meeting minutes and a request for an excused absence.

• Review draft amendment to Charter Section 303(C) regarding timeline to fill vacancy by appointment
• Discussion of potential qualification requirements for City Councilmembers
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consider request for excused absence from Commissioner Dean Disharoon for June 14, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

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Cultural Arts Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, presentations, and action items. The commission will hear presentations on the San Diego Art Directory and the Chula Vista School of Creative and Performing Arts, and will discuss and possibly act on Sister Cities and recommendations to City Council. The meeting is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Presentation on the San Diego Art Directory by Galina Marcus
• Presentation on the Chula Vista School of Creative and Performing Arts by Deborah Nevin
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 6, 2023
• Discussion and possible action regarding Sister Cities
• Discussion and possible action regarding recommendations to City Council

Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting

The Human Relations Commission will consider approving the consent calendar, including meeting minutes and an excused absence, and receive a presentation on its role and procedures. Action items include discussing a possible ad-hoc subcommittee for a November event at Kumeyaay Park of Chula Vista and providing feedback on supported events for 2024.

• Approve July 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approve excused absence for Commissioner Olaoye
• Presentation on Commission role, duties, and procedures
• Discuss possible action on Native American Heritage Month event at Kumeyaay Park
• Discuss supported events for 2024 calendar year

Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee- Regular Meeting

The Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to review and comment on a revised Measure P spending plan for fiscal years 2024-2027, and to recommend City Council approval. The committee will also elect a new chair and vice chair for FY 2023-2024, and receive a presentation on Measure P accounting and administration, including FY23 fourth quarter and FY24 first quarter expenditures.

• Review and comment on revised FY24-27 Measure P Spending Plan
• Recommend City Council approval of revised FY24-27 Measure P Spending Plan
• Elect new chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Approve minutes of April 27, 2023 meeting
• Approve excused absence for committee member Redo

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission will hear presentations on new 2023 state housing laws, a recap of the October 5 Council workshop on unsheltered status, and updates on the Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance and CA SB567. The Commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the City's Inclusionary Housing Requirement and Density Bonus Ordinance and provide an advisory recommendation to the Planning Commission.

• Presentation on new 2023 state housing laws affecting Chula Vista
• Recap of October 5, 2023 Council workshop on unsheltered status
• Update on Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance and CA SB567
• Discussion of amendments to Inclusionary Housing Requirement and Density Bonus Ordinance
• Public comment from Robert Johnson requesting more information on item 5.1

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals: four industrial buildings at 821 Main Street, a mixed-use development with an intensity transfer at Millenia, and a wireless telecommunications facility at 430 Second Avenue. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes and excused absences for commissioners.

• Design Review of four industrial buildings on 13.31 acres at 821 Main Street (DR21-0024)
• Design Review Permit and Intensity Transfer of 112 units for mixed-use development on 8.39 acres at Bob Pletcher Way and Millenia Avenue (DR23-0010)
• Conditional Use Permit for 45-foot freestanding wireless telecom facility at 430 Second Avenue (CUP22-0052)
• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Excused absences for Commissioners Felber, Zaker, and Chair De La Rosa

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on October 24, 2023, approving consent calendar items and several resolutions, including accepting a $4,422.96 federal grant for bulletproof vests, adopting the Emergency Operations Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approving agreements with Icarus RT, Inc. and Landify ECT Corporation. The council also heard public comments on Harborside Park, with residents urging the council to reconsider selling the park, and reached consensus to light City Hall in support of Israel and create a Filipino book area in libraries. The meeting included presentations on proclamations for Filipino American Veterans Day and Filipino History Month, and updates from subcommittees on campaign contributions and economic development.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-175 accepting $4,422.96 from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program (4/5 vote required).
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 2023-172 and 2023-173 for the Emergency Operations Plan and 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-174 for a Research Use Agreement with Icarus RT, Inc. to install solar panels, pool heating, and EV chargers at Loma Verde Community Center.
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-176 for a Memorandum of Understanding with Landify ECT Corporation regarding potential park improvements.
• Council reached consensus to light City Hall in support of Israel and to create a Filipino book area in all library branches.

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees is holding a regular meeting with presentations from library staff, a discussion on board activities with the library, and approval of the September 20, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comments are accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Library updates by City Librarian Whatley and Principal Librarians Magbanua and Ysla
• Discussion and possible action on board activities with the library
• Approval of September 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Ethics Regular Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Chula Vista Board of Ethics. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Veterans Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting with three action items: excusing Commissioner Pine's absence, selecting a Vice Chair for FY23-24, and discussing the Veteran of the Year. The meeting also includes public comments and staff/chair/commissioner comments. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of Commissioner Pine's excused absence from Oct 18, 2023 meeting
• Discussion and selection of Vice Chair for FY23-24
• Discussion of Veteran of the Year
• Public comments accepted in-person, via eComment, or by mail/email

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on October 17, 2023, approving consent calendar items and several resolutions. Key actions included calling a primary municipal election for March 5, 2024, for City Council Districts 3 and 4 and a special runoff for City Attorney, accepting a California Office of Traffic Safety grant for a pedestrian and bicycle safety program, and amending the budget and infrastructure expenditure plan. A proposed healthcare worker minimum wage ordinance was withdrawn due to the passage of state Senate Bill 525.

• Resolution 2023-159: Called a primary municipal election for March 5, 2024, for City Council Districts 3 and 4 and a special runoff for City Attorney
• Resolution 2023-160: Adopted regulations for candidate statements for the March 2024 election
• Resolutions 2023-162/163: Accepted California Office of Traffic Safety grant funds for a pedestrian and bicycle safety program and approved agreement with Circulate San Diego
• Resolution 2023-164: Amended Infrastructure, Facilities, and Equipment Expenditure Plan and appropriated Measure P funds for traffic signal modifications (TRF0408)
• Resolution 2023-161: Approved a Facilities Use License Agreement with Sunnyside Saddle Club for exclusive use of the equestrian arena at Rohr Park

Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee Regular Meeting

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will consider approving minutes from July 13, 2023, and decide whether to support using ongoing Measure A funds to hire permanent firefighters for a 24-hour squad at Fire Station 1. Public comments are invited in person, by eComment, or by mail/email.

• Approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Proposal to fund permanent firefighters for 24-hour squad at Fire Station 1 using Measure A funds
• Fire Department 24-Hour Squad report (23-0277)
• Revised Measure A Fire Spending Plan dated October 10, 2023

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit for a 53-foot wireless telecommunications facility at 301 E Palomar Street, and adoption of citywide objective design standards for multi-family residential and mixed-use projects. The Commission will also consider approving the September 27, 2023 meeting minutes. No other substantive action items are listed.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP22-0048 for a 53-foot freestanding wireless facility on a 1.22-acre R-1 zoned parcel at 301 E Palomar Street
• Adoption of objective design standards for multi-family and mixed-use projects (CVMC Title 19, Section 19.58.460)
• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunities: in-person, eComment, mail/email

Police Department Community Advisory Committee- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Police Department Community Advisory Committee is meeting to consider approving its July 6, 2023 meeting minutes. The chief of police will give updates on several topics, including a police foundation event, a retail theft prevention grant, the World Police Summit, and an ACLU white paper on police drones. The committee will also receive presentations on community concerns near 1000 Jefferson Avenue, the Privacy and Technology Commission, and efforts to enhance proactive policing. The meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Chula Vista Police Department Community Room.

• Approval of July 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Police Foundation's Evening with Heroes
• Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant update
• Update on community concerns near 1000 Jefferson Avenue
• Update on Privacy and Technology Commission

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved a consent calendar and several removed items, including a $11M+ public works contract for the G Street Pump Station upgrade, a new ordinance setting a minimum wage for traffic control workers, and multiple grant acceptances. The council also discussed tenant protection ordinance analysis and heard public comments on various topics.

• Awarded $11M+ contract to SCW Contracting for G Street Pump Station upgrade (SWR0275/SWR0309)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3557 establishing traffic control worker minimum wage
• Accepted FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant of $78,945 with $7,895 city match
• Accepted $50,000 OTS grant for EMS equipment and $50,000 for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
• Approved AutoReturn towing software agreement and Disability Access Consultants ADA plan update

Veterans Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Veterans Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to review five applications and select the Veteran of the Year. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items, with the main action item being the award selection.

• Selection of Veteran of the Year from nominees Andrew Dolopo, Malcolm Suggs, Oscar Garcia, Richard Pulido, and Rocco Sgro

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a mixed-use project with 31 rental townhomes and a commercial building in Otay Ranch, and a 55-foot wireless telecommunications facility at 740 Hilltop Drive. The commission will also approve meeting minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and consider excused absences for two commissioners.

• Design Review Permit DR22-0023 for 31 for-rent townhomes and 1,085-sq-ft commercial building on 1.8 acres in Otay Ranch Village Two (APN 644-311-02)
• Conditional Use Permit CUP22-0044 for 55-foot wireless telecom facility on 2.76-acre R-1 zoned parcel at 740 Hilltop Drive (APN 574-281-41)
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2023/2024
• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Excused absence requests from Commissioners De La Rosa and Torres for June 28, 2023 meeting

State of the City Address

This was a special ceremonial meeting of the Chula Vista City Council, held as the 2023 State of the City Address. Mayor John McCann presented the address, highlighting the city's accomplishments. The meeting included public comments, a video, and performances, and was adjourned after about an hour.

• Mayor John McCann presented the State of the City Address
• Video highlighting the City's accomplishments and contributions was shown
• South County Economic Development Council Chair Debbie Espe welcomed attendees
• Special guests and dignitaries were introduced
• Meeting held at Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, 2800 Olympic Parkway

Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the Park Master Plan for the 1.414-acre park P-1 in Otay Ranch Village Two, and will also vote on the meeting minutes from June 15 and July 20, 2023. Public comments are invited on these items.

• Approve Park Master Plan for 1.414-acre park P-1 in Otay Ranch Village Two
• Approve meeting minutes of June 15, 2023 and July 20, 2023

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees will receive a presentation from City Librarian Whatley and Principal Librarians Magbanua and Ysla on library updates, and will consider approving the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comments, staff and trustee comments, and adjournment to the next meeting on October 18, 2023.

• Library updates presentation by City Librarian Whatley and Principal Librarians Magbanua and Ysla
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 16, 2023
• Public comments accepted in-person, via eComment, or by mail/email
• Meeting at Civic Center Branch Library, 365 F St, Chula Vista

Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Veterans Advisory Commission is meeting to receive a presentation on its role, duties, and procedures, and to select the Veteran of the Year. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment periods and staff/chair/commissioner comments. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Presentation on commission role, duties, and procedures by City Clerk and Assistant City Attorney
• Selection of Veteran of the Year
• Public comments accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on September 19, 2023, covering a consent calendar and several action items. They approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a $298,045 sewer manhole rehabilitation contract, project labor agreements, and a school resource officer MOU. The council also directed staff to bring forward an item to call a special runoff election for City Attorney on March 5, 2024, and discussed establishing a healthcare worker minimum wage.

• Awarded $298,045 public works contract to Sancon Technologies for sewer manhole rehabilitation (Resolution 2023-149)
• Adopted Ordinance 3554 (project labor agreements) and Ordinance 3555 (contractor reporting) on 4-1 and 5-0 votes
• Approved MOUs with Sweetwater Union High School District and Chula Vista Elementary School District for School Resource Officer program (Resolution 2023-147)
• Directed staff to schedule a special runoff election for City Attorney on March 5, 2024
• Discussed a healthcare worker minimum wage ordinance (item 7.2)

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council met on September 12, 2023, and approved a consent calendar that included a $929,789 public works contract for the Agua Vista Pump Station Upgrades, acceptance of a $54,893 forensic science grant, and ratification of Courtney Chase as Deputy City Manager. Several items were pulled for public comment, including animal care services, fire apparatus purchases, and legal services agreements, all of which were approved unanimously. The council also heard public comments on topics like Harborside Park, a single-use plastic reduction ordinance, and homelessness, and held a public hearing on an appeal for a 178,156-square-foot industrial building at 517 Shinohara Lane.

• Awarded $929,789 contract to Jennette Company Inc. for Agua Vista Pump Station Upgrades (SWR0286)
• Accepted $54,893 grant from California Governor's Office of Emergency Services for forensic science program
• Ratified appointment of Courtney Chase as Deputy City Manager
• Approved purchase of one Pierce Enforcer Urban Search & Rescue and three Unruh Type 6 Squad fire apparatus
• Held public hearing on appeal for 178,156-square-foot industrial building at 517 Shinohara Lane

The council approved several items on the consent calendar, including waiving the reading of ordinance text, granting excused absences, awarding a $929,789 contract for the Agua Vista Pump Station upgrades, accepting a $54,893 grant for forensic science, ratifying the appointment of Deputy City Manager Courtney Chase, and receiving the June 30 investment report. All consent calendar actions were carried unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved waiver of reading text of resolutions and ordinances (5-0)
• Approved excused absences for Deputy Mayor Preciado and Mayor McCann (5-0)
• Approved $929,789 contract for Agua Vista Pump Station upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $54,893 grant for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Deputy City Manager Courtney Chase (5-0)
• Received investment report for quarter ending June 30, 2023 (5-0)

Sustainability Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Sustainability Commission will receive presentations on climate survey feedback from San Diego 350 and an update on the Community Shuttle Program, plus introduce a new commissioner. Action items include approving July 2023 minutes and electing a Wildlife Advisory Group representative. The rest is routine procedural business.

• Introduction of new Commissioner Jeanine Sharkey
• San Diego 350 feedback from three climate and sustainability surveys
• Chula Vista Community Shuttle Program update by Chief Sustainability Officer Gakunga
• Approval of July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Selection of Wildlife Advisory Group (WAG) commission representative

Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, electing a chair and vice chair for the fiscal year, and discussing a proposed new job classification (Paramedic Recruit, Non-Safety). Public comments are accepted in person, by eComment, or by mail/email.

• Approval of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Consideration to add Paramedic Recruit (Non-Safety) to the Classification Plan per Civil Service Rule 1.02 A (3)

Cultural Arts Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission will approve meeting minutes and elect its Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The body will also select a commissioner to join the Performing and Visual Arts Grant Review Panel. Additionally, the commission will discuss sister city activities and a presentation to the City Council regarding the state of cultural arts in the community.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Selection of Commissioner for the Performing and Visual Arts Grant Review Panel for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Discussion and possible action regarding Sister City Activities
• Discussion and possible action regarding a presentation to City Council about the State of Cultural Arts in the Community
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 12, 2023, and March 9, 2020

Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission Special Meeting

The Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from members of the previous Commission on Aging and Healthy Chula Vista Advisory Commission about their roles and goals from FY22/23. The commission will also discuss its goals for FY23/24 and decide the location, date, and time for upcoming meetings. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Presentation from previous Commission on Aging on role and goals FY22/23
• Presentation from previous Healthy Chula Vista Advisory Commission on role and goals FY22/23
• Discussion of goals for FY23/24 and meeting logistics

City Council Meeting - Special

The Chula Vista City Council held a special meeting to consider ratifying the August 21, 2023 proclamation of a local emergency issued by the Director of Emergency Services, and to hear a report from the City Manager on emergency response efforts. After public comments, the council voted 4-0 to adopt Resolution No. 2023-124, ratifying the proclamation. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other action items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-124 ratifying the August 21, 2023 local emergency proclamation
• City Manager Kachadoorian and Emergency Services Manager King spoke on the item
• Public comments opposed the ratification, questioning the severity of the storm
• Mayor McCann was excused; four councilmembers voted yes

The City Council voted to ratify a proclamation of a local emergency issued by the Director of Emergency Services on August 21, 2023. Several members of the public spoke and submitted written comments in opposition to the recommendation.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-124 ratifying the August 21, 2023 Proclamation of Existence of Local Emergency (4-0)

Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Veterans Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items including call to order, roll call, and public comments. The only action item is to continue developing and discussing the Veteran of the Year Program. No other substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Continue development and discussion of Veteran of the Year Program
• Public comments accepted in-person, via eComment, or by mail/email
• Meeting held at City Hall, Bldg. #C, Conference Room B-111, 276 Fourth Avenue

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees will receive a presentation from City Librarian Joy Whatley and Principal Librarians on the library's mission, vision, services, and programs. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting. Public comments are invited on agenda items and general library matters.

• Presentation on Library Mission, Vision, Services, and Programs by City Librarian Joy Whatley and Principal Librarians Erwin Magbanua and Diana Ysla
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 19, 2023

Board of Ethics Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Board of Ethics is meeting to handle routine administrative items: approving April minutes, considering an excused absence, electing a chair and vice chair for FY 2023-2024, appointing a member and alternate to an interview panel for board vacancies, and continuing discussion on the FY 2023-2024 work plan covering lobbying ordinance, ex parte communications policy, and code of ethics amendments.

• Approve April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consider excused absence request from Commissioner Velissaropoulos
• Elect Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Appoint Board of Ethics member and alternate to interview panel for vacancies
• Discuss work plan: Lobbying Ordinance, Ex Parte Communications Policy, Code of Ethics amendments

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission is holding a regular meeting to elect a chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-2024, appoint members to an interview panel for Board of Ethics vacancies, and discuss a qualifications and vetting process for elected official vacancies. The commission will also hear presentations on ranked-choice voting in other jurisdictions and on the nature of council district representation. The agenda includes approval of the June 14, 2023 meeting minutes and public comments.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Appointment of a member and alternate to interview panel for Board of Ethics vacancies
• Discussion of qualifications and vetting process for elected official vacancies
• Presentation and discussion on ranked-choice voting in other jurisdictions
• Presentation on council district representation in jurisdictions with full-time council members

City Council Meeting - Special

This special City Council meeting was held to interview candidates and fill one qualified professional vacancy on the Planning Commission. After interviews, the council voted 4-0 to appoint Rodrigo Leal to replace Jon Milburn. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other action items.

• Appointed Rodrigo Leal to the Planning Commission, replacing Jon Milburn (4-0 vote)
• Interviews conducted for the Planning Commission vacancy
• Written comment from Paul Henkin opposing selection of a real estate broker

The City Council conducted interviews to fill a qualified professional vacancy on the Planning Commission. The Council voted to appoint Rodrigo Leal to the position.

• Appointed Rodrigo Leal to replace Jon Milburn on the Planning Commission (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on August 8, 2023, approving a consent calendar and several public hearing items. Key actions included approving a $298,454 amendment for the Heritage Road Bridge Replacement Project, accepting a $75,000 state grant for alcohol policing, and approving contracts for software support and construction management. The council also accepted a grand jury report on San Diego Bay governance and extended the shelter crisis declaration.

• Approved $298,454 amendment to Moffatt and Nichol for Heritage Road Bridge final design (Resolution 2023-112)
• Accepted $75,000 grant from Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for Alcohol Policing Partnership (Resolution 2023-113)
• Approved $750,000 five-year agreement with Systems Integrated for SCADA software support (Resolution 2023-114)
• Approved $4,000,000 amendment with Kleinfelder Construction for on-call CIP construction management (Resolution 2023-115)
• Approved $100,000 amendment with W.A.T.E.R. for EMS software support (Resolution 2023-117)

The City Council approved multiple contracts for bridge design, construction management, and software support. The council also authorized a cannabis tax auditing agreement and a cooperative project with Caltrans for SR-125 interchange improvements.

• Approved $298,454 amendment for Heritage Road Bridge Replacement design (5-0)
• Accepted $75,000 grant from Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for police (5-0)
• Approved 5-year SCADA system support agreement with Systems Integrated up to $750,000 (5-0)
• Increased Kleinfelder Construction Inc. on-call management payment limit to $4,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 software license amendment for W.A.T.E.R. EMS and Rescue (5-0)
• Approved agreement with The Pun Group, LLC for cannabis excise tax auditing (5-0)
• Accepted 2022/2023 Grand Jury Report on San Diego Bay governance (5-0)
• Approved Caltrans agreement for SR-125 and Main Street/Otay Valley Road project (5-0)

Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Human Relations Commission will discuss and possibly act on a resolution recommending the City Council establish a Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board. The agenda also includes electing a chair and vice chair for the fiscal year, approving meeting minutes, discussing an Indigenous Peoples Day celebration, and reviewing community input. A public comment requests removal of Commissioner Nadia Kean-Ayub over alleged conduct at a school board meeting.

• Resolution for Police Accountability Committee recommending a Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Approval of June 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion on possible celebration for Indigenous Peoples Day 2023
• Public comment requesting removal of Commissioner Nadia Kean-Ayub

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on July 25, 2023, covering presentations, proclamations, and a consent calendar. The council approved most consent items, including animal regulation changes, a police records management contract, and a Measure A expenditure plan amendment. Two items were pulled for discussion: a privacy and technology advisory commission ordinance and a Measure A item, with public comments opposing the privacy ordinance as written.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3552 reducing stray animal holding period from 4 to 3 business days and removing prohibition on harboring strays
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-101 with Winbourne Consulting Inc. for police records management system project management
• Accepted $10,000 grant from Michelson Philanthropies for animal care services (Resolution No. 2023-102)
• Accepted $2,708,250 grant from California Board of State and Community Corrections for Prop 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program (Resolution No. 2023-103)
• Amended Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan to reclassify two Police Agent positions to Police Sergeants (Resolution No. 2023-107)

The City Council adopted an ordinance reducing the stray animal holding period and approved several public safety grants and agreements. The council also updated the Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan to reclassify police positions.

• Reduced stray cat and dog minimum holding period from four business days to three days (5-0)
• Removed prohibition against harboring a lost or stray dog (5-0)
• Approved project management agreement with Winbourne Consulting Inc. for Police Department Records Management System (5-0)
• Accepted $10,000 grant from Michelson Philanthropies for animal care services (5-0)
• Accepted $2,708,250 grant from California Board of State and Community Corrections for Proposition 64 program (5-0)
• Approved agreements with SBCS Corporation and SANDAG for Public Health and Safety Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved amended Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan to reclassify two Police Agents to two Police Sergeants (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022, March 2, 2023, May 4, 2023, and July 11, 2023 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to nominate up to three commissioners for the Measure P Citizen's Oversight Committee, discuss and develop goals for fiscal year 2023-2024, discuss Harborside Park, consider a letter of support for the 2023 Create Chula Vista Arts Grant, and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. Public comments may be submitted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Nomination of up to three commissioners to serve on the Measure P Citizen's Oversight Committee
• Discussion and development of Parks and Recreation goals for FY 2023-2024
• Discussion of Harborside Park and recommendation to Council
• Approval and signing of letter of support for 2023 Create Chula Vista Arts Grant
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for FY 2023-2024

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, granting an excused absence, hearing a presentation on library services, and electing a chair and vice chair for the coming fiscal year. No major policy decisions or budget items are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from May 17, 2023 meeting
• Approve excused absence for Trustee Carrie Holleron from May 17, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on library mission, vision, services, and programs by City Librarian Joy Whatley and Principal Librarians Erwin Magbanua and Diana Ysla
• Election of chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-2024

Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Veterans Advisory Commission is meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2023-24, discuss goals and objectives, and develop a Veteran of the Year program. Public comments are invited in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for FY23-24
• Development of goals and objectives for FY23-24
• Discussion of Veteran of the Year Program

Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee Regular Meeting

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will review and potentially recommend amendments to the Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan, including reclassifying two police agent positions to sergeants and restoring original language for a multi-purpose storefront and public safety training center. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes, elect a chair and vice chair for FY 2023/2024, and review the annual activities report.

• Proposed amendment to reclassify 2 Police Agent positions to 2 Police Sergeants
• Restore original language for Multi-purpose Store Front and Public Safety Training Center
• Approval of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2023/2024
• Review of FY 2022-2023 Annual Activities Report

Traffic Safety Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Traffic Safety Commission is holding a regular meeting with presentations from the Police Department on traffic data and an update on bikeways and pedestrian facilities capital improvement projects. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-24. Public comments are accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Police Department Traffic Data Update presentation
• Bikeways and Pedestrian Facilities CIP Project Update presentation
• Election of FY 2023-24 Chair and Vice Chair

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved consent calendar items including a new labor agreement with Non-Safety IAFF, special tax levies for community facilities districts, a fuel contract increase, and several other routine items. Public comments focused on reopening Harborside Park and concerns about affordable housing there.

• Approved MOU with Non-Safety IAFF and compensation schedule changes
• Levied special taxes for 26 Community Facilities Districts
• Increased fuel contract with SoCo Group from $4M to $6M
• Approved dispatch services agreement with City of San Diego
• Placed ordinance on first reading to reduce stray animal holding period

The City Council approved several administrative updates, including a new Communications Manager position and a memorandum of understanding with Non-Safety IAFF. The Council also authorized special taxes for multiple Community Facilities Districts and increased a fuel purchasing contract maximum to $6 million.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3551 adding Communications Manager and deleting FA Graphic Designer/Webmaster position (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Non-Safety Local 2180 IAFF and related budget/compensation amendments (5-0)
• Approved special taxes for Community Facilities Districts 97-1, 97-3, 98-1, 98-2, 98-3, 99-1, 99-2, 2000-1, 2001-1, 2001-2, 07-I, 08-I, 08-M, 09-M, 11-M, 12-I, 12-M, 13-I, 14-M, 14-M2, 16-I, 17-I, 18-M, and 19-M (5-0)
• Approved special taxes for Community Facilities Districts 06-I and 07-M (4-0, Mayor McCann abstained)
• Approved special taxes for Community Facilities Districts 97-2 and 13-M (4-0, Councilmember Gonzalez abstained)
• Increased maximum contract amount for fuel purchasing with SC Commercial, LLC from $4,000,000 to $6,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 8 and 13, 2023 (5-0)

Sustainability Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Sustainability Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the June 12, 2023 minutes, elect a new chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-2024, and discuss the annual report of activities. The commission will also take public comments on items within its jurisdiction.

• Approval of June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Election of new chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Discussion and authorization of annual activities report

Police Department Community Advisory Committee- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Police Department Community Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss police operations and transparency. The agenda includes approval of January 2023 minutes, chief's comments on staffing challenges, RIPA data collection, and the AB481 military equipment report, plus presentations on privacy technology, open data, and AB 748. Public comments are invited.

• Approval of January 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Chief's comments on staffing challenges
• Update on RIPA data collection
• Update on AB481 Annual Military Equipment Report
• Overview of CVPD Open Data & Transparency Web Page

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review permit and a Mitigated Negative Declaration for a proposed 178,156-square-foot industrial building for office and warehouse uses on a 9.72-acre site at 517 Shinohara Lane. The commission will also vote on approving the April 26, 2023 meeting minutes and a request for an excused absence from Commissioner Torres. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comments, and reports.

• Public hearing on Design Review Permit DR21-0032 for a 178,156-sq-ft industrial building at 517 Shinohara Lane (APN 644-040-01)
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration IS21-0006 and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Commissioner Torres requests excused absence from April 26, 2023 meeting

Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Human Relations Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including drafting a resolution for City Council to establish a Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board, community input from South Bay Earth Day, and its annual report for FY 2022/23. The agenda also includes presentations on JEDI community roundtable outcomes and introductions of new commissioners, plus routine consent items like approving minutes and excused absences.

• Discussion and possible action on drafting a resolution for a Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board
• Discussion and possible action on community input received at South Bay Earth Day
• Discussion and possible action on the Annual Report of Activities for Fiscal Year 2022/23
• Presentation and discussion on JEDI Community Roundtable Outcomes
• Approval of meeting minutes and excused absences

Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a revised proposal to allow off-leash dog access without fenced boundaries at Hilltop Park, review and recommend the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for Parks and Recreation to the City Council, and discuss its annual report. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Revised proposal for off-leash dog access without fenced boundaries at Hilltop Park
• Review and recommendation of FY 2023-2024 Parks and Recreation budget to City Council
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 27, 2023
• Discussion and authorization of Annual Report of Activities

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission will hear a presentation from the City Clerk on special election and appointment options for filling elected office vacancies, receive a report on a ranked-choice voting presentation made to the City Council, and consider changing its meeting frequency from monthly to every other month or quarterly. The commission will also review its draft annual report for FY2022-23 and discuss council district representation research.

• Presentation on special election and appointment options for elected office vacancies
• Report on June 6, 2023 City Council presentation on ranked choice voting
• Resolutions to change meeting frequency to every other month or quarterly
• Draft annual report for FY2022-23 on commission activities
• Discussion on nature of council district representation

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council is considering an ordinance to establish a Privacy and Technology Advisory Commission, with public comments raising concerns about the commission's independence and strength. The council also approved several consent items, including the Gann Limit, road maintenance projects, and a workers' compensation administrator agreement.

• Ordinance to add Municipal Code Chapter 2.73 establishing a Privacy and Technology Advisory Commission (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-076 establishing the Gann Limit for FY 2023/24
• Resolution 2023-077 adopting the SB 1 road maintenance project list for FY 2023/24
• Resolution 2023-079 approving Intercare Holdings as workers' compensation third-party administrator
• Resolution 2023-078 appropriating Highway Bridge Program funds to the Heritage Bridge Replacement Project

The City Council approved several administrative resolutions, including updated employee compensation schedules and budget amendments. The council also appropriated funds for the Heritage Bridge Replacement Project and established appropriation limits for Fiscal Year 2023/24.

• Approved appropriation limits (Gann Limit) for FY 2023/24 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2023/24 road project list funded by SB 1 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Intercare Holdings Insurance Services for workers' compensation administration (5-0)
• Appropriated Highway Bridge Program funds to the Heritage Bridge Replacement Project (5-0)
• Approved amended classification plan and compensation schedule effective July 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved revised FY 2023/24 compensation schedule (5-0)
• Modified Local Conflict of Interest Code designated filers list (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022/23 and 2023/24 budget amendments (5-0)

Cultural Arts Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar, public comments, a presentation, and one action item. The main action is a resolution to change the frequency of regular meetings. The agenda also includes approval of April 10, 2023 minutes and excused absence requests.

• Resolution to change frequency of regular meetings (Resolution 2023-06)
• Approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Excused absence requests from Commissioners Gray and Zamora-Aguilar
• Cultural Arts Updates presentation by Principal Librarian Erwin Magbanua

City Council Meeting - Special

The Chula Vista City Council is holding a special meeting on June 8, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations, including ACE, IAFF, NIAF, MM/PR, POA, WCE, and unrepresented employees. The meeting will adjourn to the regular council meeting on June 13, 2023.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Designated negotiators: Maria Kachadoorian, Tiffany Allen, Courtney Chase, Tanya Tomlinson, Sarah Schoen, Edward Prendell, Steven Berliner
• Employee organizations: ACE, IAFF, NIAF, MM/PR, POA, WCE, unrepresented employees
• Adjournment to regular meeting on June 13, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

The City Council held a special meeting on June 8, 2023, which primarily consisted of a closed session. The council met to discuss labor negotiations, but no reportable action was taken.

• Conference with Labor Negotiators: No Reportable Action

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a grant for officer mental health and a contract for youth counseling. The council also amended the municipal code to add three unclassified position titles.

• Approved $163,585 grant from California Board of State and Community Corrections for Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved agreement with SBCS Corporation for youth counseling services (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance adding unclassified position titles of Building Official, Deputy Director City Clerk Services, and Code Enforcement Manager (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for May 16 and May 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted investment report for the quarter ending March 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Directed City Manager to add support for AB 1207 - Cannabis Candy Child Safety Act to a future agenda

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council, meeting jointly with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority, approved several consent items including a consultant agreement for investment management, an academic planning agreement with Southwestern College, and an ordinance amending the police military equipment use policy. The council also accepted the quarterly financial report and heard public comments on the military equipment policy.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3549 approving amended CVPD Military Equipment Use Policy and annual AB 481 report
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-059 with Chandler Asset Management for investment management services
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-060 with Southwestern Community College District for academic program planning
• Accepted FY2023 third quarter financial report and authorized budget adjustments
• Heard presentations on 2023 San Diego County Fair and proclamations for Asian American and Military Spouse months

The City Council approved a consultant agreement for investment management and a planning agreement with Southwestern Community College District. The council also issued proclamations for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month and Military Spouse Appreciation Month.

• Approved Consultant Services Agreement with Chandler Asset Management, Inc. for non-discretionary investment management (5-0)
• Approved Academic Program Planning Agreement with Southwestern Community College District for the University Innovation District (5-0)
• Waived reading of text for resolutions and ordinances (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees is holding a regular meeting with a presentation from the City Librarian, approval of the February 15, 2023 meeting minutes, and public comments. No major policy decisions or budget items are on the agenda.

• Library updates presentation by City Librarian Joy Whatley
• Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Meeting - Special

This is a special meeting of the Chula Vista City Council, convened by the Mayor. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Estate of Oral Nunis, Sr., et al. v. City of Chula Vista. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn to the regular City Council meeting later the same day.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation (Estate of Oral Nunis, Sr., et al. v. City of Chula Vista, Case No. 21-cv-1627-AJB-DEB)

The City Council convened for a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss existing litigation. No substantive decisions or reportable actions were taken during the meeting.

• Conference regarding Estate of Oral Nunis, Sr., et al v. City of Chula Vista: No Reportable Action

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved several service contracts, including golf course management and audit services. The Council also initiated proceedings to levy assessments for multiple Open Space Districts for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

• Approved agreement with Touchstone Golf, LLC for Chula Vista Golf Course management (5-0)
• Approved lease of 80 golf carts from Huntington National Bank (5-0)
• Approved second amended agreement with Spicer Consulting Group, LLC, increasing compensation to $1,037,243 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with PSC Investigations LLC for background investigative services (5-0)
• Approved sixth amendment for audit services with Lance Soll and Lunghard, LLP (5-0)
• Initiated proceedings to levy assessments for Open Space Districts 1-11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 23, 24, 26, 31, 33, Eastlake, Town Centre, and Bay Boulevard (5-0)
• Set public hearing for July 11, 2023, regarding Fiscal Year 2023/24 Open Space District assessments (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 9, 2023 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the FY 2023/24 HUD Annual Action Plan for housing and community grants. The Council also adopted an amendment to the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for FY 2022/23 through 2026/27.

• Approved FY 2023/24 HUD Annual Action Plan and appropriated funds via Resolution No. 2023-045 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects via Resolution No. 2023-046 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved motion to waive reading of text for all resolutions and ordinances (5-0)

Sustainability Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Sustainability Commission will consider a recommendation from its Decarbonization Working Group to send draft all-electric and efficiency reach code ordinances to the City Council for approval. The agenda also includes presentations on the Otay Ranch Reimagined project and a South Bay Earth Day event recap, plus approval of prior meeting minutes and nominations to citizen oversight committees.

• Consideration of Decarbonization Working Group recommendation to electrify most new buildings (draft ordinance attached)
• Presentation by Brookfield Properties on Otay Ranch Reimagined
• Presentation on South Bay Earth Day 2023 event recap
• Approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Nomination and election of members to Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee, Wildlife Advisory Group, and Bayfront Cultural and Design Committee

City Council Workshop

The City Council held a special workshop to receive a presentation and discuss City Operations Part III, presented by the Public Works Director and Engineering & Capital Projects Director. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was purely informational and procedural.

Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving minutes from a December 5, 2022 special meeting, adding two new job classifications (Digital Forensics Analyst I and II) to the classification plan, and changing the time of its regular meetings. The meeting also includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Approve special meeting minutes of December 5, 2022
• Approve new classifications: Digital Forensics Analyst I and II
• Discuss and take action on changing regular meeting time
• Public comments on any item within commission jurisdiction

Housing Homelessness Advisory Commission with Mobilehome Rent Review Commission

The Housing Homelessness Advisory Commission and Mobilehome Rent Review Commission are holding a special meeting to discuss two action items: retaining the $12 administrative fee for mobilehome rent control services for fiscal year 2023-24, and considering amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code 9.50 to adopt a hearing officer format for rent review cases. The commission will provide advisory recommendations to the City Council on both items.

• Retain $12 administrative fee for mobilehome rent control for FY 2023-24
• Proposed amendments to CVMC 9.50 to adopt hearing officer format for rent review cases
• Overview of City's Balanced Communities (Inclusionary) Policy
• Public comments accepted in-person, via eComment, or by mail/email

Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee- Regular Meeting

The Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes and excused absences, and electing a chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2022/2023. The committee will also discuss and potentially recommend approval of the FY22 annual activity report, amendments to the FY23-27 Measure P spending plan, and the FY23/24 budget. Presentations are scheduled on the FY22 compliance audit, Measure P accounting and administration, and project updates.

• Approve minutes of April 28, 2022 meeting
• Approve excused absences for members Ilyas and Lengyel
• Elect chair and vice chair for FY 2022/2023
• Review FY22 annual activity report and authorize final submission
• Consider amendments to FY23-27 Measure P spending plan and FY23/24 budget

Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to consider several action items, including allowing off-leash dog access without fenced boundaries at Hilltop Park and recommending approval of a park master plan for renovations to Eucalyptus Park. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from four prior dates and receive an update on Harborside from the Department of Housing & Homeless Services.

• Consider allowing off-leash dog access without fenced boundaries at Hilltop Park
• Recommend approval of Park Master Plan for renovations to Eucalyptus Park
• Approve meeting minutes from May 5, 2022, July 21, 2022, October 3, 2022, and January 19, 2023
• Harborside update by Department of Housing & Homeless Services
• Introduction of Commissioner Martin Calvo

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Design Review Permit for the Artisan Apartments, a 220-unit multi-family project on an 8.3-acre site in Otay Ranch Village Three. The commission will also consider approving the March 22, 2023 meeting minutes and a request for an excused absence from Commissioner Milburn. A housing report on rental versus ownership is scheduled for the chair's comments.

• Design Review Permit for Artisan Apartments, 220 multi-family units on 8.3 acres in Otay Ranch Village Three
• Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Commissioner Milburn's request for excused absence from March 22, 2023 meeting
• Housing Report: Rental versus Ownership (2019-2023 approval summary)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a contract amendment for on-call open space landscaping services. The meeting also included the administration of oaths for several city commissions and the presentation of multiple retirement proclamations.

• Approved First Amendment to GeoCal Management & Landscaping contract for open space services (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 18 and 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved motion to read only titles and waive text of all resolutions and ordinances (5-0)
• Administered oaths of office for Board of Library Trustees, Charter Review Commission, Civil Service Commission, Human Relations Commission, and Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council Workshop

The City Council conducted a workshop featuring presentations and discussions regarding city operations. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Veterans Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Chula Vista Veterans Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2023-24 and to consider adopting a resolution to change its regular meeting location. The agenda also includes public comment periods, staff and commissioner comments, and adjournment to the next regular meeting on May 17, 2023. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Discussion and selection of Chair and Vice Chair for FY23-24
• Consideration of a resolution to change the meeting location (attachment: 2023-04-19 Agenda Item 4.2 - VAC Reso - Changing Mtg Venue.pdf)
• Public comments accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email
• Meeting held at City Hall, Bldg. #C, Conference Room B-111, 276 Fourth Avenue
• Adjournment to regular meeting on May 17, 2023, at 6:00 P.M.

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council met on April 18, 2023, and took several actions, including adopting an ordinance to align accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations with state law and approving a compensation schedule that includes salary adjustments for certain positions, including peace officers. The meeting also included proclamations and public comments, with many residents urging equal pay for firefighters.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3548 amending Municipal Code sections 19.58.022 and 19.58.023 on Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units.
• Approved amended compensation schedule and position count, including a Memorandum of Understanding for Peace Officers with salary adjustments.
• Approved minutes from March 28, 2023, and excused absences.
• Presented proclamations for Southwestern College journalism students, Arab American Heritage Month, World Landscape Architecture Month, and Fair Housing Month.
• Waived reading of resolutions and ordinances text, reading only titles.

The City Council adopted an ordinance to align accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations with state law. The Council also approved updates to the employee compensation schedule and a memorandum of understanding for peace officers.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to read only titles and waive reading of text for resolutions and ordinances (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3548 amending municipal code for Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (5-0)
• Approved amended compensation schedule, position count, and Memorandum of Understanding for Peace Officers

Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee Regular Meeting

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will review the FY 2021-22 annual report and consider the proposed ten-year and FY 2023/2024 spending plans. The body will also deliberate on using Fire Department fund balances for a fuels reduction crew and planning consultants. The committee is expected to recommend these actions to the City Council.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 12, 2023
• Review of FY 2021-22 Annual Report of the Measure A COC
• Funding from Fire Department fund balance for a 3-Year Fuels Crew Pilot Program
• Funding from Fire Department fund balance for Fire Department Planning Consultants
• Consideration of the Proposed Measure A Ten-Year Spending Plan and FY 2023/2024 Spending Plan

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission will discuss and possibly act on several proposed charter changes, including filling elected office vacancies by appointment, the process for appointing a SANDAG representative, and increasing the number of City Council members. The commission will also approve the March 8, 2023 meeting minutes and decide on the frequency of its regular meetings.

• Approve March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discuss and approve regular meeting frequency
• Consider changing Charter Section 303(C) to allow Council to fill elected office vacancies by appointment
• Review process for appointing a SANDAG representative (Charter Section 304)
• Hear presentation on increasing the number of City Council members

eSCRIBE Meeting Type - Test

This is a test meeting with no substantive agenda items. The only item listed is 'test' with no attachments or public comments, indicating the agenda is purely procedural boilerplate.

Cultural Arts Commission- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items: approving minutes, a written communication, and public comments. The main action items are discussions about changing the date/frequency of regular meetings and about ad-hoc subcommittees, with recommendations to be made as appropriate.

• Approval of February 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Request for excused absence from Commissioner Gray for Feb 13 meeting
• Discussion to change date and frequency of regular meetings
• Discussion regarding ad-hoc subcommittees
• Cultural Arts Updates by Principal Librarian Erwin Magbanua

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council held a regular meeting on March 28, 2023, covering routine approvals, presentations, and public comments. The most significant action was a public hearing and approval of a tax-exempt and taxable multifamily housing revenue note for the Otay Ranch Apartments (Encelia). The council also approved several consent calendar items, including ordinances and legal service agreements, and heard a presentation from San Diego Community Power.

• Approved issuance of tax-exempt and taxable multifamily housing revenue notes for Otay Ranch Apartments (Encelia)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3545 adding unclassified positions of Building Official and Economic Development Manager
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3546 amending municipal code regarding workshops
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3547 amending the Otay Ranch Village Two Development Agreement
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-034 for first amendment to legal services agreement with Gatzke Dillon & Ballance LLP (on-call legal services for Development Services)

The City Council approved the issuance of multifamily housing revenue notes for the Otay Ranch Apartments. Other key actions included updating ADU regulations and approving ARPA spending for domestic violence and food bank services.

• Approved financing for Otay Ranch Apartments (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ADU and JADU municipal code amendments (5-0)
• Approved ARPA spending plan amendment and subrecipient agreements (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Opposed Ballot Initiative No. 21-0042A1 regarding government revenue (4-1)
• Approved $65,000 legal services amendment for gaming authority issues (5-0)
• Approved legal services amendment for Development Services Department (5-0)
• Formed ad-hoc subcommittee for labor agreements and relations (5-0)
• Formed ad-hoc subcommittee for economic development and binational affairs (5-0)

Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting

The Human Relations Commission will consider a resolution recommending that the City Council re-certify Chula Vista as a Welcoming City for three more years. They will also discuss participation in South Bay Earth Day on April 15, 2023, and consider canceling the April 27, 2023 regular meeting. The consent calendar includes approval of February 23, 2023 minutes and an excused absence request.

• Resolution recommending Welcoming City re-certification for three years
• Discussion on participation at South Bay Earth Day on April 15, 2023
• Consideration of canceling the April 27, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of excused absence request for Commissioner Felix

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission will consider an advisory recommendation on issuing $5 million in multifamily housing revenue notes for Otay Ranch Apartments (Encelia), review the Housing Element 2022 Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Annual Report, and receive an update on homelessness in Chula Vista. The commission will also nominate members to an Affordable Housing Production Task Force and a Homeless Task Force.

• Advisory recommendation on $4,000,000 tax-exempt and $1,000,000 taxable multifamily housing revenue notes for Otay Ranch Apartments (Encelia)
• Review of Housing Element 2022 Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2021-2022
• Nomination of two commissioners to Affordable Housing Production Task Force
• Update on homelessness in Chula Vista and nomination of two commissioners to Homeless Task Force
• Update on Tenant Protection Ordinance (CVMC 9.65)

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving the February 8, 2023 meeting minutes, changing the frequency of its regular meetings for Fiscal Year 2023, and a draft letter to the City Council regarding a ranked-choice voting concept. The commission will also discuss a potential increase in the number of City Council members. Public comments are invited in person, via eComment, or by mail/email.

• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on meeting frequency for Fiscal Year 2023
• Discussion and possible action on a draft letter to City Council regarding ranked-choice voting
• Discussion on potential increase in number of City Council members

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council is meeting to consider consent calendar items, public hearings, and public comments. Key actions include accepting a $30 million state grant for the Cinematic Arts Academic Center & Library, approving employee compensation changes, and hearing appeals on a conditional use permit for alcohol sales and a development agreement amendment for Otay Ranch Village Two.

• Accept $30,000,000 in State funds for Cinematic Arts Academic Center & Library land and construction costs
• Approve amended classification plan and compensation schedule, including salary adjustments and new positions
• Adopt ordinance to streamline permit processes and align with state law (second reading)
• Amend Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan for police vehicles, drone program, and counseling services
• Public hearing on appeal of conditional use permit for alcohol sales at 1495 Melrose Avenue

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at a gas station and mini-mart. Other key actions included accepting a $30 million state grant for a cinematic arts center and library, and amending the Measure A public safety expenditure plan.

• Approved conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at 1495 Melrose Avenue (5-0)
• Accepted $30 million state grant for Cinematic Arts Academic Center and Library construction (5-0)
• Approved amended Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan for police vehicles, drones, and counseling (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3544 to streamline permit processes and regulations (5-0)
• Authorized $5,000 sponsorship for the Day of the Child event (5-0)
• Approved first reading of amended development agreement for Otay Ranch Village Two (5-0)
• Accepted audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved formation of an ad-hoc subcommittee to consider the Welcoming City program (5-0)

City Council Workshop

This was a workshop meeting where the City Council received presentations and held discussions on two topics: the council-manager form of government and public safety city operations (police and fire). No formal decisions were made; the agenda was informational and discussion-only.

• Presentation and discussion on the Council-Manager Form of Government, including Charter Sections 201, 305, and 401
• Presentation by Police Chief Kennedy and Assistant Chief Collum on Police Department operations
• Presentation by Fire Chief Muns on Fire Department operations
• Public comment by Alan C. expressing support for public safety services

The City Council conducted a workshop featuring presentations on the Council-Manager form of government and public safety city operations. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting

The Human Relations Commission will hear a report on the Welcoming City and Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, following public concern that the city did not seek recertification as a Welcoming City. The commission will also discuss and possibly disband ad-hoc subcommittees, including one on data-sharing technologies/ALPR. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 27, 2022 meeting and a presentation by the new Community Engagement Specialist.

• Report and discussion on Welcoming City and JEDI initiative
• Discussion on ad-hoc subcommittees, including Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2022
• Presentation by Community Engagement Specialist Karla Mendez
• Public comments on Welcoming City recertification and ALPR data sharing

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a design review for a 68,700-square-foot office/warehouse building in the Otay River Business Park, a design review for 272 market-rate rental townhomes at Stirling at Cota Vera in Otay Ranch Village Eight West, and proposed amendments to municipal code sections on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior ADUs. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and consider a request for an excused absence from Chair Zaker.

• Design Review Permit DR21-0010 for a 68,700-sq-ft office/warehouse on 4.35 acres in PA-3 zone, Otay River Business Park
• Design Review DR22-0008 for 272 market-rate rental townhomes on 18.3 acres at Stirling at Cota Vera, Otay Ranch Village Eight West
• Amendments to CVMC Sections 19.58.022 (ADUs) and 19.58.023 (Junior ADUs)
• Approval of minutes from Dec 14, 2022 and Jan 25, 2023 meetings
• Request for excused absence from Chair Zaker for Feb 8, 2023 meeting

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved consent calendar items including an exclusive lease listing agreement with CBRE Group for Millenia Lots 1 and 7, a master license agreement with Dish Wireless for macro cell facilities on city property, and ratified the appointment of Tiffany Allen as Assistant City Manager. The council also adopted an ordinance adjusting the campaign contribution limit for elections on or after January 1, 2024. Public comments raised concerns about the city's decision not to seek Welcoming City recertification and other issues.

• Approved Exclusive Lease Listing Agreement with CBRE Group, Inc. for Millenia Lots 1 and 7
• Approved Master License Agreement with Dish Wireless, LLC for macro cell wireless facilities on city property
• Ratified appointment of Tiffany Allen as Assistant City Manager
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3543 adjusting campaign contribution limit for elections on or after January 1, 2024
• Public comments on Welcoming City recertification, tenant protection, and other topics

The City Council approved updates to campaign contribution limits and contracted a firm for interim city attorney services. The council also approved two property annexations into Community Facilities District No. 17-I and ratified several commission appointments.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3543 to adjust campaign contribution limits (5-0)
• Approved legal services agreement with Lounsbery Ferguson Altona & Peak for interim city attorney (5-0)
• Approved annexation of Casa Estilo into CFD 17-I (5-0)
• Approved annexation of Backhouse Apartments into CFD 17-I (5-0)
• Approved Exclusive Lease Listing Agreement with CBRE Group, Inc. for Millenia Lots 1 and 7 (5-0)
• Approved Master License Agreement with Dish Wireless, LLC for macro cell facilities (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Tiffany Allen as Assistant City Manager (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-022 for FY 2022/23 budget adjustments (5-0)

City Council Meeting - Special

This special meeting was a workshop on California's open meeting laws and ethics requirements (AB1234), with a presentation by the City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, and City Clerk. Public comments raised questions about lobbyist registration, the City Manager's role, and the loss of the Welcoming City designation, but no formal decisions were made.

• AB1234 training on transparency and good conduct for public officials
• Public comments on lobbyist registration and City Manager transparency
• Public comments on the loss of the Welcoming City designation

The City Council conducted a workshop regarding California's open meeting laws and ethics requirements in compliance with AB1234. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees is holding a regular meeting with a presentation from City Librarian Whatley on library updates, and an action item to approve the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting. Public comments are accepted in person, via eComment, or by mail/email. The agenda is otherwise routine with no major policy or budget decisions.

• Library Updates presentation by City Librarian Whatley
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comments accepted in person, eComment, mail, or email

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved consent calendar items including a $6,227,406 design-build agreement for Fire Station 1 renovation, a $34,200 animal shelter grant, and a HUD block grant plan amendment. It also placed a campaign contribution limit ordinance on first reading and continued a public hearing on permit process amendments to February 21, 2023.

• Awarded $6,227,406 design-build contract to EC Constructors, Inc. for Fire Station 1 renovation (CIP GGV0252)
• Accepted $34,200 grant from Roy and Marian Holleman Foundation for animal shelter improvements
• Approved HUD 2022/23 Annual Action Plan First Amendment allocating CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds
• Placed on first reading an ordinance adjusting campaign contribution limits for elections on or after January 1, 2024
• Approved 2023/24 Legislative Platform with added childcare priority and Bayfront park amenities support

The City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a design-build agreement for Fire Station 1. The council also adopted a 2023/24 Legislative Platform and approved amendments to housing and development agreements.

• Awarded $6,227,406 design-build agreement to EC Constructors, Inc. for Fire Station 1 renovation (5-0)
• Approved 2023/24 Legislative Platform with added childcare and Bayfront park priorities (5-0)
• Approved HUD 2022/23 Annual Action Plan First Amendment for federal block grants (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved second amendment to Otay Ranch Eastern Urban Center Development Agreement (5-0)
• Accepted $34,200 grant from Roy and Marian Holleman Foundation for animal shelter (5-0)
• Awarded security alarm management services agreement to PM AM Corporation (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of two Supervisory Intelligence Analyst I positions to Level II (5-0)
• Adopted Ambulance Transport System Enterprise Fund Reserve Policy (5-0)

Cultural Arts Commission- Regular Meeting

The Cultural Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comment, a staff presentation on cultural arts updates, and two action items: approving the November 14, 2022 meeting minutes and passing a resolution to change regular meetings to the second Monday of each month starting March 13, 2023.

• Approval of November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Resolution 2023-02 to change meeting frequency to second Monday monthly
• Presentation by Principal Librarian and Cultural Arts Manager Erwin Magbanua

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission is meeting to consider several action items, including approving prior meeting minutes, a request for an excused absence, a presentation on city election processes and alternative voting methods, and a review of Measure K election results. The commission will also continue discussions on ranked choice voting and its 2023 priorities. The agenda is largely procedural but includes substantive policy discussions on election methods.

• Presentation by City Clerk Kerry Bigelow on city election processes and potential alternative voting methods
• Review and discussion of Measure K election results
• Continued discussion of ranked choice voting concept
• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Consideration of excused absence request from Commissioner Todd Glanz for October 12, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a design review for a new office/warehouse building at 2775 Faivre Street and a proposed first amendment to the Otay Ranch Village Two Development Agreement with Baldwin and Sons, LLC. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Design Review Permit DR22-0007 for a 41,930-square-foot office/warehouse building on a 2.5-acre site at 2775 Faivre Street in the PA-2 zone of the Otay River Business Park Specific Plan
• First Amendment to the Otay Ranch Village Two Development Agreement between the City and Baldwin and Sons, LLC
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 26, 2022

City Council Meeting

This is a regular City Council meeting that included two workshop presentations: one on the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) initiative and one on the City Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan. The council also heard public comments on several topics, including opposition to a per-mile tax, the recent District 3 councilmember appointment, and a tenant protection ordinance. No formal votes or decisions are recorded in the minutes.

• Workshop: JEDI Initiative update and discussion
• Workshop: City Budget and FY 2024-33 Long-Term Financial Plan
• Public comment opposing SANDAG mileage tax
• Public comment opposing District 3 councilmember appointment
• Council directed City Manager to report on Municipal Code Section 9.65.080(C)(2)

The City Council held a meeting consisting primarily of presentations and public comments. The only substantive action taken was a consensus to direct the City Manager to provide a report on a specific section of the Municipal Code. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Directed City Manager to provide a report on Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 9.65.080(C)(2) (Consensus)

City Council Meeting - Special

The Chula Vista City Council held a special meeting to fill the vacant District 3 council seat. After extensive public comment, the council voted 3-1 to appoint Alonso Gonzalez to serve until December 2024, and he was sworn in. The council also met in closed session to discuss five pending lawsuits, with no reportable actions.

• Appointed Alonso Gonzalez to District 3 City Council seat (term expiring December 2024) by 3-1 vote
• Motion to fill vacancy by special election failed for lack of a second
• Motion to appoint Griselda Delgado failed for lack of a second
• Closed session on litigation: CV Amalgamated LLC, UL Chula Two LLC, Chula Vista Cannabis Village Inc., Tlaloc Fait, Arturo Castanares v. City of Chula Vista
• Public comments included opposition to candidate Devonna Almagro and support for special election

The City Council appointed Alonso Gonzalez to fill the District 3 vacancy for the term expiring December 2024. The decision followed public testimony and written comments regarding candidate qualifications and the possibility of a special election.

• Appointed Alonso Gonzalez to District 3 City Council (3-1)
• Motion to fill vacancy by special election failed for lack of a second
• Motion to appoint Griselda Delgado failed for lack of a second

Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee- Regular Meeting

The Measure P Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to review and comment on a revised FY23-27 Measure P Spending Plan, recommend City Council approval, and discuss the FY22 annual activity report. They will also receive presentations on Measure P accounting and project updates. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and routine items like approving minutes.

• Review and comment on revised FY23-27 Measure P Spending Plan
• Discussion of FY22 Annual Activity Report and authorization to finalize
• Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice Chair for FY22/23
• Presentations on FY22 Q4 and FY23 Q1/Q2 expenditures
• Project updates from Public Works and Engineering

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals: an amendment to the Otay Ranch Village Two Development Agreement, a tentative map and coastal permit for a 1,500-unit residential and hotel project at J Street and Marina Parkway, and a design review and tentative map for 244 townhomes at 565 Broadway. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and excuse absences for two commissioners.

• First Amendment to Otay Ranch Village Two Development Agreement with Baldwin and Sons, LLC
• Tentative Map (PCS-14-01) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP21-0005) for Amara Bay: 1,500 multi-family units, office, 250-room hotel at J Street and Marina Parkway
• Design Review (DR22-0003) and Tentative Map (TM22-0001) for 244 market-rate townhomes, commercial parcel, and 0.5-acre future park at 565 Broadway
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 28 and October 12, 2022
• Excused absences for Commissioners Burroughs and Milburn for October 26, 2022 meeting

City Council Meeting

The City Council interviewed ten finalists for the District 3 vacancy but failed to reach a majority consensus on an appointment. The item was continued to a special meeting on January 31, 2023. Other actions included approving a homeless shelter grant and vehicle purchases.

• Tabled District 3 Councilmember appointment to Jan 31 meeting (4-0)
• Approved participation in County of San Diego Capital Emergency Housing Solutions Grant for homeless bridge shelter (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford Maverick XL vehicles from Penske Ford La Mesa (4-0)
• Approved amendments to San Diego Advancing Minority Health Literacy Program agreements and contract with Schiaffino Group LLC (4-0)
• Approved compensation schedule changes for FA Director of SD LECC and other FA positions (4-0)
• Accepted Federal Block Grant Programs Funding Priorities report for FY 2023/24 (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 17, 2023 (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with no action items on the agenda. The commission will hear two presentations: one from Martin Calvo of FRIENDS of Chula Vista Parks and Recreation, and one from Samuel Oludunfe of the City's Public Works department. The rest of the agenda consists of routine public comments, staff and commissioner comments, and adjournment to a special meeting on March 16, 2023.

• Presentation by Martin Calvo, FRIENDS of Chula Vista Parks and Recreation
• Presentation by Samuel Oludunfe, City of Chula Vista Public Works
• Public comments on any subject within commission jurisdiction
• Adjournment to special meeting on March 16, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

City Council Meeting

The Chula Vista City Council approved consent items including a $500,000 waste tire abatement grant application with San Diego, an extension of the police dispute resolution agreement, and a second reading of the massage regulation ordinance. They also approved a housing grant application and plan amendment for homeless services, and set a January 24 interview process to fill the District 3 vacancy. The council voted to overturn a zoning denial for a gas station alcohol permit and placed a development agreement amendment for Otay Ranch on first reading.

• Approved joint waste tire abatement grant application with City of San Diego up to $500,000
• Adopted ordinance replacing massage parlor regulations (Ordinance No. 3541)
• Approved PLHA grant application and homeless services plan amendment
• Voted 3-1 to overturn denial of alcohol sales conditional use permit at 1495 Melrose Avenue
• Set January 24, 2023 interviews for District 3 vacancy with 10 finalists

The City Council ratified 10 candidates for interviews to fill the District 3 vacancy and scheduled interviews for January 24, 2023. The Council also overturned a zoning denial for alcohol sales at 1495 Melrose Avenue and approved several grant applications and regulatory updates.

• Ratified 10 finalists for District 3 Councilmember vacancy (4-0)
• Overturned Zoning Administrator denial for alcohol sale permit at 1495 Melrose Avenue (3-1)
• Approved first reading of second amendment to Otay Ranch Eastern Urban Center Development Agreement (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance replacing Municipal Code Chapter 5.36 regarding Massage Regulation (4-0)
• Approved joint $500,000 waste tire abatement grant application with City of San Diego (4-0)
• Authorized PLHA grant application and appropriation of funds for homeless services (4-0)
• Extended Alternative Dispute Resolution Agreement with Police Officer’s Association (4-0)
• Appointed Mayor McCann and Councilmember Chavez to an ad-hoc committee for interim City Attorney selection (4-0)

Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee Regular Meeting

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will consider proposed amendments to the Measure A Public Safety Expenditure Plan to fund police vehicles, drone-as-first-responder operations, and counseling services for police personnel, and will recommend them for City Council approval. The committee will also receive updates on the ambulance transport program, the FY2022 compliance audit, and the FY2023 financial report, and will vote on approving the October 13, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Proposed amendments to Measure A spending plan for police vehicles, drone operations, and counseling services
• Approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on the Ambulance Transport Program
• Fiscal Year 2022 Measure A compliance audit presentation
• Fiscal Year 2023 Measure A financial report presentation

Charter Review Commission - Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Charter Review Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, consider an excused absence request, and continue discussions on Measure K election results, ranked choice voting, and 2023 priorities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no final decisions expected on the discussion items.

• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Request for excused absence from Commissioner Glanz for October 12, 2022 meeting
• Review and discussion of Measure K election results
• Continued discussion of ranked choice voting concept
• Continued discussion of 2023 priorities

Police Department Community Advisory Committee- Regular Meeting

The Chula Vista Police Department Community Advisory Committee is meeting to approve October 2022 minutes, hear chief's comments on a new assistant chief position and year-end highlights, and receive presentations on staffing vacancies, recruiting strategies, and critical incident updates. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of October 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Chief's comments: new assistant chief position, year-end highlights, planned requests to Measure A Community Oversight Committee
• Presentation: review of staffing vacancies, bargaining unit survey, competitive recruiting strategies
• Presentation: critical incident updates