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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 08-19 CC HA MINBook 96 / Page 125 08-19-2014 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION — HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY August 19, 2014 The Regular Meeting of the City Council and Community Development Commission — Housing Authority of the City of National City was called to order at 6:09 p.m. by Mayor / Chairman Ron Morrison. ROLL CALL Council / Board members present: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Council / Board members absent: Sotelo-Solis Administrative Officials present: Dalla, Deese, Duong, Muthusamy, Parra, Raulston, Roberts, Rodriguez, Silva, Stevenson, Vergara, Williams. Others present: Student Representative Isaac Maldonado. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG BY MAYOR RON MORRISON PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Introduction of 2014 Miss National City and Court. Leah Munoz, Liaison for the Miss National City Pageant introduced Aida Castaneda, Miss National City 2014 and Miss National City Princesses Caroline Camacho and Nadia Pineda. CITY COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS COUNCIL MEETING PRESENTATIONS 2014 (102-10-9) 1. Unified Port of San Diego Update — Port Commissioner Robert (Dukie) Valderrama PERSONNEL NEW EMPLOYEE INTRODUCTION PROGRAM (604-2-2) 2. Introduction of New Employees. (Director of Public Works/City Engineer) Kuna Muthusamy, Assistant Director of Engineering/Public Works, introduced new staff members Ray Roberson, Management Analyst, Tirza Gonzales, Executive Secretary and Kathy Guzman, Senior Office Assistant. Book 96 / Page 126 08-19-2014 CONSENT CALENDAR ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR. Item No. 3 (Minutes), Item Nos. 4 through 11 (Resolution Nos. 2014-113 and 2014-120), Item Nos. 12 and 13 (Warrant Registers). Motion by Cano, seconded by Rios, to pull Item Nos. 6 and 8, and to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY OF FEBRUARY 4, 2014 AND MARCH 4, 2014 AND ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION — HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY OF AUGUST 5, 2014. (City Clerk) ACTION: Approved. See above. CONTRACT (C2014-29) 4. Resolution No. 2014-113. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BSE ENGINEERING, INC. FOR A NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO PROVIDE ON -CALL PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING (MEP) AND ENERGY ENGINEERING (EE). (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Adopted. See above. CONTRACT (C2014-30) 5. Resolution No. 2014-114. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CHEN RYAN ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR A NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO PROVIDE ON - CALL PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND DESIGN, MOBILITY PLANNING, DESIGN AND MULTIMODAL INTEGRATION FOR COMPLETE STREETS, BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PLANNING AND DESIGN, AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS). (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Adopted. See above. Book 96 / Page 127 08-19-2014 CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.) CONTRACT (C2003-46) 6. Resolution No. 2014-115. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ATKINS NORTH AMERICA, INC. FOR A NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO PROVIDE ON - CALL PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT, PREPARATION OF SEWER USER RATE STUDIES AND ANNUAL TAX ROLL BILLING, CIVIL ENGINEERING, AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT (ADA) / UNIVERSAL DESIGN, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH. (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Cano to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. CONTRACT (C2014-31) 7. Resolution No. 2014-116. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH RANDALL LAMB ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR A NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO PROVIDE ON - CALL PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING (MEP) ENGINEERING, CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS, BUILDING COMMISSIONING, AIR BARRIER AUDITING AND TESTING, AND SUSTAINABLE DESIGN. (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Adopted. See above. PARKING & TRAFFIC CONTROL ADMIN 2014 (801-2-35) 8. Resolution No. 2014-117. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF A BLUE CURB HANDICAP PARKING SPACE WITH SIGNAGE IN FRONT OF 2204 GRANGER AVENUE. (TSC 2014-10) (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Cano, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. Book 96 / Page 128 08-19-2014 CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.) PARKING & TRAFFIC CONTROL ADMIN 2014 (801-2-35) 9. Resolution No. 2014-118. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF A BLUE CURB HANDICAP PARKING SPACE WITH SIGNAGE ADJACENT TO THE CORNER LOT RESIDENCE AT 641 "C" AVENUE. (TSC 2014-09) (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Adopted. See above. CONTRACT (C2014-32) 10. Resolution No. 2014-119. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, 1) AWARDING A CONTRACT IN THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $53,948.00 TO INNOVATIVE MECHANICAL SYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE CIVIC FACILITIES AIR CONDITIONING REPLACEMENT PROJECT, SPECIFICATION NO. 14- 03; 2) AUTHORIZING A 15% CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,092.20 FOR ANY UNFORESEEN CHANGES; AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT. (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Adopted. See above. GRANT / LIBRARY (206-4-10) 11. Resolution No. 2014-120. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF NATIONAL CITY RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A $15,000 GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA LIBRARY LITERACY SERVICES (CLLS) TO FUND THE LIBRARY'S LITERACY SERVICES FOR FY 2014-15; AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FUND APPROPRIATIONS AND A CORRESPONDING REVENUE BUDGET. (Library) ACTION: Adopted. See above. WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2014 — JUNE 2015 (202-1-29) 12. Warrant Register #3 for the period of 07/09/14 through 07/15/14 in the amount of $1,435,919.82. (Finance) ACTION: Ratified. See above. WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2014 — JUNE 2015 (202-1-29) 13. Warrant Register #4 for the period of 07/16/14 through 07/22/14 in the amount of $2,754,788.48. (Finance) ACTION: Ratified. See above. Book 96 / Page 129 08-19-2014 PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2014 (403-29-1) 14. Continued Public Hearing — Conditional Use Permit for a Wireless Communications Facility at Sweetwater Heights Park, 3820 Cagle Street. (Applicant: Plancom, Inc. for Verizon Wireless) (Case File 2014-01 CUP) (Planning) RECOMMENDATION: Staff concurs with the decision of the Planning Commission and recommends denial of the CUP. TESTIMONY: Shelly Kilbourn, representing Verizon Wireless, spoke in favor and responded to questions. Lino Oliveri, Bonita, spoke in opposition. Gaspae Oliveri, Bonita, spoke in opposition. Simon Oliveri, Bonita, spoke in opposition. Lucio, Nunez, National City, spoke for himself and on behalf of Robert Garcia in opposition. Frank DeLaRosa, National City, requested everyone work together and make improvements to the park. Pasquale Oliveri, Bonita, spoke in opposition. Juan Lopez, National City spoke in opposition. ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Rios, to close the Public Hearing. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. Motion by Cano, seconded by Natividad, to approve the Conditional Use Permit with modified conditions and residents to be involved in consideration of park improvements. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Nays: Rios. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. EX-PARTE: All members present indicated that they had ex-parte contact with the applicant. NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT TAXES ADMIN (205-3-1) CONTRACT (C2014-33) 15. RESOLUTIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY TO OPT INTO THREE PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAMS TO ENABLE PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE CITY TO ACCESS FINANCING FOR ENERGY AND WATER CONSERVING IMPROVEMENTS THROUGH A VOLUNTARY CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT PROGRAM. (Planning) Book 96 / Page 130 08-19-2014 NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.) DEVELOPMENT TAXES ADMIN (205-3-1) CONTRACT (C2014-33) 15. RESOLUTIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL (continued), RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolutions to opt into three Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Financing Programs. TESTIMONY: Eric Englemen spoke in favor and responded to questions. Member Cano left the Chamber at 8:33 p.m. 15A. HERO Program — Resolution No. 2014-121. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, 1) CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY IN THE CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM, 2) APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS ADDING THE CITY AS AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER AND PROVIDING FOR THE INDEMNIFICATION OF THE CITY, AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT. ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. 15B. CaliforniaFirst Program — Resolution No. 2014-122. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, 1) AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN THE CALIFORNIAFIRST PROGRAM, AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND RENEWABLE FUNDING, LLC, WHICH IS THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CALIFORNIAFIRST PROGRAM. ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. Book 96 / Page 131 08-19-2014 NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.) DEVELOPMENT TAXES ADMIN (205-3-1) CONTRACT (C2014-33) 15. RESOLUTIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL (continued). 15C. Fiqtree PACE Program — Resolution No. 2014-123. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING THE ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP BY THE CITY IN THE CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT. ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis, Abstain: None. 15D. Figtree PACE Program — Resolution NO. 2014-124. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, 1) CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY IN THE FIGTREE PACE PROGRAM, AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND FIGTREE COMPANY, INC. WHICH IS THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE FIGTREE PACE PROGRAM. (Planning) ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. CONTRACT (C2014-34) 16. Resolution No. 2014-125. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, 1) APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED PORT DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY REGARDING THE NATIONAL CITY WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM WHEREIN THE PORT DISTRICT AGREES TO REIMBURSE NATIONAL CITY FOR PROJECT COSTS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000, 2) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE MOU, AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF $250,000 TO THE WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM THROUGH THE GENERAL FUND, TO BE REIMBURSED BY THE PORT DISTRICT VIA THE TERMS OF THE MOU. (Engineering/Public Works) Book 96 / Page 132 08-19-2014 NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.) CONTRACT (C2014-34) 16. Resolution No. 2014-125 (continued). RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution. TESTIMONY: Executive Director Brad Raulston clarified some discrepancies between the Summary Agenda and Council packet Staff Report in terms of Item Title. Mr. Raulston stated that the Staff Report Document includes the correct information. Executive Director Raulston gave a PowerPoint presentation and responded to questions. (Copy on file in the Office of the City Clerk) ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. CONTRACT (C2010-27) 17. Resolution No. 2014-126. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A THIRD STANDARD AGREEMENT AMENDMENT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL OVERSIGHT AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL EXTENDING THE ENDING TERM DATE TO AUGUST 31, 2015 AND INCREASING FUNDING BY $53,821 FROM AN ORIGINAL AMOUNT OF $74,984 NOT TO EXCEED $128,805 TO ALLOW THE CONTINUATION OF THE ORIGINAL SCOPE OF WORK PROVIDING FOR QUALIFIED OVERSIGHT OF ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION FOR THE TRANSIT -ORIENTED INFILL AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND PARADISE CREEK ENHANCEMENT PROJECT SITE. (Housing, Grants, and Asset Management) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Rios, to adopt the Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. Book 96 / Page 133 08-19-2014 NEW BUSINESS STREET VACATION ADMIN 2011-2020 (902-26-6) 18. Request to Initiate a Street Vacation for a segment of A Avenue located south of East 28th Street and north of East 29th Street. (Applicant: Frank Motors) (Case File No. 2013-23 SC) (Planning) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council initiate the street vacation. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Rios, to approve staff recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo- Solis. Abstain: None. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMUNITY CENTER (1101-5-1) 19. Request to use the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (North and South Rooms, and Kitchen) by National City Chamber of Commerce for the annual "Salute to Navy" Luncheon on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. This event is co -sponsored by the City. (Engineering/Public Works) RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Facility Use Application with City Support of $1,000. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Rios, to approve staff recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo- Solis. Abstain: None. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMUNITY CENTER (1101-5-1) 20. Request to use Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (South Room) by National City Rotary Club, a service organization, for their weekly luncheon meetings every Tuesday of the month for one year, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for approximately 20-25 members. Applicant is requesting a waiver of fees in the amount of $1,200.00 ($100 per month for National City service clubs). (Engineering/Public Works) ACTION: Item to be taken up later in the meeting. See below. CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2014 (403-29-1) 21. Notice of Decision — Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Use Permit for expansion of a convenience store at an existing gas station located at 2945 Highland Avenue. (Applicant: Paris Hagman, Architect) (Case File 2012-20 CUP) (Planning) RECOMMENDATION: Staff concurs with the decision of the Planning Commission and recommends that the Notice of Decision be filed. Book 96 / Page 134 08-19-2014 NEW BUSINESS (cont.) CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2014 (403-29-1) 21. Notice of Decision — Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Use Permit (continued). TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Natividad, seconded by Rios, to approve staff recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo- Solis. Abstain: None. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS 2014 (203-1-30) 22. Temporary Use Permit — Pumpkin Station hosted by Pinery Christmas Trees, Inc. at Westfield Plaza Bonita Mall from September 26, 2014 thru November 2, 2014 with no waiver of fees. (Neighborhood Services) RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit subject to compliance with all conditions of approval with no waiver of fees. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to approve staff recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Cano, Sotelo- Solis. Abstain: None. Member Cano returned to the Chamber at 9:13 p.m. during discussion of Item No. 23 HOUSING, GRANTS, & ASSET MANAGEMENT DEPT ADMIN (1104-1-9) 23. Relocation of Christmas in July from 2101 Hoover Avenue and consideration of a short term lease between the City of National City and Christmas in July for up to two large metal storage containers for program supplies. (Housing, Grants, and Asset Management) RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to return with a new 12-month lease agreement for provision of up to two, large storage containers. TESTIMONY: None. ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Natividad, to approve provision of up to two, large storage containers and have staff return with options. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo- Solis. Abstain: None. Book 96 / Page 135 08-19-2014 Item No. 20 was taken up next. Member Rios indicated earlier that she was a member of the Rotary Club and for that reason would excuse herself from consideration of Item No. 20 in order to avoid the appearance of a conflict. Member Rios left the Chamber at 9:16 pm. NEW BUSINESS MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMUNITY CENTER (1101-5-1) 20. Request to use Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (South Room) by National City Rotary Club, a service organization, for their weekly luncheon meetings every Tuesday of the month for one year, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for approximately 20-25 members. Applicant is requesting a waiver of fees in the amount of $1,200.00 ($100 per month for National City service clubs). (Engineering/Public Works) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approving the Facility Use Application with no waiver of fees. TESTIMONY: Bill Goulet appeared on behalf of the Rotary Club. ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Morrison, to approve staff recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison. Nays: Natividad. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: Rios. Member Rios returned to the Chamber at 9:19 p.m. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION — HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY NO AGENDA ITEMS STAFF REPORTS None. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL Vice Mayor Natividad thanked all the volunteers that made the Relay for Life a success; acknowledged and thanked the staff who worked so hard to bring several million dollars in grant money to the City and expressed his special appreciation for the work of Lauren Maxilom from the City Manager's Office. Member Rios stated she received a call from a resident on E. 17th Street who was very pleased with the work done by the City to clean-up a problem in his neighborhood. Member Rios thanked everyone for their efforts with Relay for Life and gave special recognition to the Police Department Team, the Parra Family and the ROTC students. Book 96 / Page 136 08-19-2014 MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (cont.) Mayor Morrison reported that the Sweetwater Authority would be having a Proposition 218 Rate Increase Hearing and highlighted all the recent activities that have occurred including National Night Out, Movies in the Park, Relay for Life and the State of the City Address. CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Claudia Silva stated there was nothing to report from the Closed Session. (See attached Exhibit'L') ADJOURNMENT Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adjourn the meeting to the next Regular Meeting of the City Council and Community Development Commission — Housing Authority of the City of National City to be held Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers, National City, California. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Morrison, Natividad, Rios. Nays: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis. Abstain: None. The meeting closed at 9:31 p.m. 1Yt • City Clerk The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of September 2, 2014. Mayor EXHIBIT `L' F NAL �vuu INCORPORATED AGENDA OF A SPECIAL MEETING CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY Main Conference Room Civic Center 1243 National City Boulevard National City, California Special Meeting — Tuesday, August 19, 2014 — 5:30 p.m. ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION CITY COUNCIL 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators — Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representatives: Stacey Stevenson Employee Organization: Confidential Group ADJOURNMENT Next Regular City Council Meeting — Tuesday, August 19, 2014, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers, Civic Center