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09-01-2015
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION —
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
September 1, 2015
The Regular Meeting of the City Council and Community Development
Commission — Housing Authority of the City of National City was called to order
at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor / Chairman Ron Morrison.
ROLL CALL
Council / Board members present: Cano, Mendivil, Morrison, Rios.
Council / Board members absent: Sotelo-Solis.
Mayor Morrison reported that Member Sotelo-Solis was out of town on business.
Administrative Officials present: Dalla, Deese, Denham, Duong, Manganiello,
Parra, Raulston, Roberts, Rodriguez, Silva, Stevenson, Vergara, Williams.
Others present: Student Representative Reah Sahagun.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG BY MAYOR RON MORRISON
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sunshine Horton, El Cajon, shared some inspirational comments and advise with
the Mayor and Council.
PROCLAMATIONS
PROCLAMATION ADMIN (102-2-1)
1. Proclaiming the month of September 2015 as: "National Preparedness
Month"
CITY COUNCIL
PRESENTATIONS
COUNCIL MEETING PRESENTATIONS 2015 (102-10-10)
2. School Supply Giveaway Program Presentation and Donor Recognitions.
(Police)
INTERVIEWS / APPOINTMENTS
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ADMIN (101-1-1)
3. Interviews and Appointments: Various Boards and Commissions. (City
Clerk)
John Bailey and Melanie Cole appeared for interview.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR. Item No. 4 (NCMC), Item No. 5
(Minutes), Item Nos. 6 through 16 (Resolution Nos. 2015-124 through 2015-134),
Item Nos. 17 and 18 (Warrant Registers). Motion by Cano, seconded by
Mendivil, to pull Item Nos. 12 and 16, and to approve the remainder of the
Consent Calendar. It was noted for the record that the correct amount for Item
No. 18, Warrant Register #3 is $2,270,493.15. Carried by the following vote, to -
wit: Ayes: Cano, Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
MUNICIPAL CODE 2015 (506-2-30)
4. MOTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
APPROVING THE WAIVING OF THE READING OF THE TEXT OF THE
ORDINANCES CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING AND PROVIDING
THAT SUCH ORDINANCES SHALL BE INTRODUCED AND/OR
ADOPTED AFTER A READING OF THE TITLE ONLY. (City Clerk)
ACTION: Approved. See above.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION -
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY OF AUGUST
18, 2015. (City Clerk)
ACTION: Approved. See above.
LABOR RELATIONS EXEC / MID MGMT EMPLOYEES (605-2-1)
6. Resolution No. 2015-124. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING THE EXECUTIVE
COMPENSATION PLAN BY ADJUSTING THE TOP OF SALARY BANDS
UPWARDLY BY TEN PERCENT (10%). (Human Resources)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
LABOR RELATIONS EXEC / MID MGMT EMPLOYEES (605-2-1)
7. Resolution No. 2015-125. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING THE MANAGEMENT
COMPENSATION PLAN BY ADJUSTING THE TOP OF SALARY BANDS
UPWARDLY BY TEN PERCENT (10%). (Human Resources)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
LABOR RELATIONS EXEC / MID MGMT EMPLOYEES (605-2-1)
8. Resolution No. 2015-126. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING A ONE-TIME
COMPENSATION STIPEND FOR MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE AND
MANAGEMENT OCCUPATION GROUPS IN THE FORM OF A $2,400
DEPOSIT TO THE INDIVIDUAL CITY OF NATIONAL CITY -
ADMINISTERED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ACCOUNTS OF
EACH INCUMBENT OF SAID GROUPS; AND ESTABLISHING
APPROPRIATIONS FOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION TOTALING
$86,400 TO ACCOUNT FOR THIS EXPENSE. (Human Resources)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
LABOR RELATIONS EXEC / MID MGMT EMPLOYEES (605-2-1)
9. Resolution No. 2015-127. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING THE EXECUTIVE
COMPENSATION PLAN BY REVISING A POSITION TITLE FROM CITY
ENGINEER TO DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER IN
RECOGNITION OF THE FULL SCOPE OF THE POSITION. (Human
Resources)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT — LESLIE DEESE (604-6-5)
10. Resolution No. 2015-128. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING THE AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND LESLIE
DEESE CONTINUING HER EMPLOYMENT THROUGH JANUARY 27,
2019, INCREASING THE SALARY, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE THE SAME. (City Attorney)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
GRANT / PUBLIC SAFETY (206-4-27)
11. Resolution No. 2015-129. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE 30-DAY REVIEW
AND PUBLIC COMMENT OF THE NATIONAL CITY POLICE
DEPARTMENT'S GRANT APPLICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $26,042
TO THE 2015 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE
GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM TO PURCHASE (2) PANASONIC
TOUGHBOOKS, (2) MOTOROLA HANDHELD RADIOS, AND (1) CRISIS
RESPONSE MODULE HOSTAGE THROW PHONE, AND
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE GRANT AWARD, AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF GRANT FUNDS. (Police)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
DEED (D2015-1)
12. Resolution No. 2015-130. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT FOR
VEHICULAR ACCESS FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, ALONG AND
ACROSS ALL REAL PROPERTY SITUATED AT 242 NORTON AVENUE
IN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
CONTRACT (C2015-1)
13. Resolution No. 2015-131. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) ACCEPTING THE WORK OF
DOWNSTREAM SERVICES, INC. FOR THE NATIONAL CITY CULVERT
BARRIER PROJECT, CIP NO. 14-06; 2) APPROVING THE FINAL
CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $88,995.00; 3) AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF
RETENTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,449.75; AND 4) AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
PROJECT. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
CONTRACT (C2015-12)
14. Resolution No. 2015-132. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) ACCEPTING THE WORK OF CREST
EQUIPMENT, INC. FOR THE GROVE STREET DRAINAGE
ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT, CIP NO. 14-07; 2) APPROVING THE
FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $46,171.89; 3) AUTHORIZING
RELEASE OF RETENTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,308.59; AND 4)
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
FOR THE PROJECT. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
CONTRACT (C2014-53)
15. Resolution No. 2015-133. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) ACCEPTING THE WORK OF
FORDYCE CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE NATIONAL CITY
MORGAN TOWER REPAIRS AND CITY HALL REMODEL PROJECT,
CIP NO. 14-04; 2) APPROVING THE FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF
$144,189.18; 3) AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF RETENTION IN THE
AMOUNT OF $7,209.46; AND 4) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR PROJECT. (Engineering/Public
Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
GRANT / LIBRARY (206-4-10)
16. Resolution No. 2015-134. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE OF
$18,000 GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA LIBRARY LITERACY
SERVICES (CLLS) TO FUND THE LIBRARY'S LITERACY SERVICES
FOR FY2015-16; AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FUND
APPROPRIATIONS AND A CORRESPONDING REVENUE BUDGET.
(Library)
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2015 — JUNE 2016 (202-1-30)
17. Warrant Register #2 for the period of 07/08/15 through 07/14/15 in the
amount of $428,750.20. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified. See above.
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2015 — JUNE 2016 (202-1-30)
18. Warrant Register #3 for the period of 07/15/15 through 07/21/15 in the
amount of $2,270,493.15. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified (as corrected). See above.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
SUBDIVISIONS / VARIANCES 2015 (415-1-11)
19. Public Hearing — Zone Variance to allow a parking space in the front yard
setback for a single-family home located at 1926 "E" Avenue. (Applicant:
Victor Castillo) (Case File 2015-05 Z) (Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff concurs with the decision of the Planning
Commission.
TESTIMONY: Lorena Cendejas, National City, the applicant,
responded to questions.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Mendivil, to approve zone
change with findings and added conditions. Carried by the
following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays:
None. Abstain: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis.
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ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
MUNICIPAL CODE 2015 (506-2-30)
20. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
TO ESTABLISH THE CITY MANAGER'S AUTHORITY TO APPROVE,
SETTLE OR COMPROMISE WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS
UNDER CHAPTER 2.01.020. (Human Resources)
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
MUNICIPAL CODE 2015 (506-2-30)
21. Ordinance No. 2015-2405. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE
NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 15.81 TO
PROVIDE AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS
FOR SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR SYSTEMS. (Fire)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends adoption of the Ordinance.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Ordinance. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2015 (403-30-1)
22. Resolution No. 2015-135. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A DRIVE -THROUGH FAST FOOD RESTAURANT
(FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD) TO BE LOCATED ADJACENT TO 401
MILE OF CARS WAY. (Applicant: Rodger Baker) (Case File 2015-01
CUP) (Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Mendivil, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison. Nays: Rios. Abstain: None. Absent: Sotelo-
Solis.
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NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
CONTRACT (C2015-40)
23. Resolution No. 2015-136. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
WESTERN RIM CONSTRUCTORS, INC. IN THE NOT -TO -EXCEED
AMOUNT OF $3,452,342.98, WHICH INCLUDES A COMBINED BASE
BID IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,716,331.98, KIMBALL SKATE PARK
ADDITIVE BID IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,061.76, EL TOYON PARK
ADDITIVE BID IN THE AMOUNT OF $529,164.36, AND EL TOYON
PARK ADDITIVE BID #2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $126,784.88, FOR THE
KIMBALL PARK, EL TOYON PARK, AND KIMBALL SKATE PARK
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, CIP NO. 15-04; 2) AUTHORIZING A 15%
CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $517,851.45 FOR ANY
UNFORESEEN CHANGES; AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE THE CONTRACT. (Engineering/Public Works)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Mendivil, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
CONTRACT (C2015-41)
24. Resolution No. 2015-137. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AWARDING A CONTRACT IN THE
NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $1,660,922.33 TO WEST -TECH
CONTRACTING, INC. FOR THE PARADISE CREEK RESTORATION
PROJECT, CIP NO. 15-05; 2) AUTHORIZING A 15% CONTINGENCY IN
THE AMOUNT OF $249,138.35 FOR ANY UNFORESEEN CHANGES;
AND 3) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT.
(Engineering/Public Works)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Mendivil, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
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NEW BUSINESS
PERSONNEL RECOGNITION / APPRECIATION ADMIN (604-2-1)
25. Seeking input and direction from City Council to establish a formal
National City Volunteer Recognition Program. (Community Services)
RECOMMENDATION: See staff report.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Following discussion, the consensus was for staff to look
into the cost of establishing a certificate program for volunteers
leaving office as well as the cost of a picnic style BBQ or luncheon
event in the park. There was no vote.
COUNCIL WORKSHOP NOTICES / ADMIN (102-6-1)
26. Sign Ordinance Workshop and Brown Act Presentation: Seeking City
Council direction regarding a proposed workshop date of September 22,
2015. (City Attorney)
RECOMMENDATION: Move to calendar the workshop for September 22,
2015 at 5:00 p.m.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Mendivil, to approve staff
recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent:
Sotelo-Solis.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION —
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
NO AGENDA ITEMS
STAFF REPORTS
PERSONNEL RECOGNITION / APPRECIATION ADMIN (604-2-1)
27. Recognizing Outgoing Stanford Fellow, Connie Huynh. (City Manager)
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Member Memdivil shared his concerns about the problems of shopping carts,
how they make the City look and the message we are sending out children
regarding stolen property. Member Mendivil said he is confident that with
everyone working together we can solve the problem.
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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (cont.)
Member Rios said it is important to get input from the Police Department for
projects such as the skate park to better balance liability and safety concerns.
Member Rios asked if it was possible for the City Attorney to provide information
on mass mailing items paid for with public funds.
Vice Mayor Cano expressed thanks to Engineering/Public Works, the Graffiti
crew and Parking enforcement for the great response and awesome job they
have been doing. Member Cano said he received several complimentary calls
from residents and businesses and thanked City Manager Deese for having such
a great team.
Mayor Morrison highlighted the upcoming pilot project with EDCO Disposal to
address scavenging and gave a preliminary report on new increased water rates
approved by the Sweetwater Authority Board which reward high water users and
penalize low water users. The Mayor said he would be giving a more in-depth
report at the next meeting.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Claudia Silva stated there was no Closed Session.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mendivil, 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 15,
2015 at 6:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers, National City, California. Carried by
the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano, Mendivil, Morrison, Rios. Nays: None.
Abstain: None. Absent: Sotelo-Solis.
The meeting closed at 8:19 p.m.
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The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of September 15,
2015.
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