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12-03-2019
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION —
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
December 3, 2019
The Regular Meeting of the City Council and Community Development
Commission — Housing Authority of the City of National City was called to order at
6:02 p.m. by Mayor / Chairwoman Alejandra Sotelo-Solis.
ROLL CALL
Council / Board members present: Cano, Morrison, Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis.
Administrative Officials present: Dalla, Denham, Meteau, Morris -Jones, Parra,
Raulston, Roberts, Tellez, Vergara, Williams, Yano, Ybarra.
Others present: City Treasurer Mitch Beauchamp and Student Representative
Paulette Nungaray.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jody Murphy, National City, asked for street lights and police presence in his
neighborhood due to health and safety concerns regarding homeless activity.
Ted Godshalk, Paradise Creek Educational Park, Inc., shared recent
environmental efforts that were made by volunteers for trash cleanup, plant
removal, and boardwalk cleanup at camp areas at local creeks and parks. He
asked staff to clean the amphitheater due to sediment left by the rain events.
Ron Powell, Port of San Diego, shared information regarding the free Holiday
Open House at the National City Aquatic Center at Pepper Park and asked to get
the word out regarding the event.
Bradley Bang, National City citizen representing Alliance of Californians for
Community Empowerment (ACCE), spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No. 21
and offered his suggestions and concerns regarding the proposed changes.
Rosemary Vasquez and the National City South Bay Diablos cheerleaders
extended an invitation to upcoming fundraising events.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
COUNCIL MEETING AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 2019 (102-10-14)
1. Introduction of New Employee - Paul Valadez, Budget Manager. (Finance)
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PRESENTATIONS
COUNCIL MEETING PRESENTATIONS 2019 (102-10-14)
2. Quarterly Report by 'A Reason to Survive' (ARTS). (Community Services)
NOTE: Presentation material is available in the Office of the City Clerk.
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA)
Vice Mayor Morrison announced that former Acting Manager Sandy Kerl has been
selected as the new General Manager.
CITY COUNCIL
CONSENT CALENDAR
ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR. Item No. 3 (NCMC), Item Nos. 4
through 8 (Resolution No. 2019-169 through 2019-173), Item No. 9 (Report), Item
Nos. 10 and 11 (Warrant Registers). Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano,
to approve the Consent Calendar, except for Item Nos. 5, 6, 7 and 8. Carried by
unanimous vote.
MUNICIPAL CODE 2019 (506-2-34)
3. 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.
CONTRACT (C2019-49)
4. Resolution No. 2019-169. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT (PSA) NO. F21
WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (CALTRANS) FOR THE CITYWIDE PROTECTED
LEFT -TURN ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT TO ALLOW FOR
REIMBURSEMENT OF UP TO $189,000 IN ELIGIBLE PROJECT
EXPENDITURES THROUGH THE HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
PROGRAM (HSIP); AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF
AN ENGINEERING GRANTS FUND APPROPRIATION OF $189,000 AND
CORRESPONDING REVENUE BUDGET. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
ELECTION MAR 2020 CLERK AND TREASURER / PET SALES REFERENDUM
(505-7-13)
5. Resolution No. 2019-170. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ORDERING THE SUBMISSION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-2463, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADDING CHAPTER 8.38 TO THE
NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE PROHIBITING THE RETAIL SALE
OF DOGS, CATS AND RABBITS" TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AT THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO
BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020. (City Attorney)
TESTIMONY: David Salinas, National City Puppy, said that he is
willing to negotiate and is in opposition to rescinding Ordinance
No. 2019-2463 due to a change of heart and avoiding unnecessary
election costs and complications.
Leslie Davies said that the Ordinance should be rescinded so that
voters are allowed to vote and be heard.
Coyote Moon, National City, said that the Measure should be tabled
until the District Attorney's investigation is completed and suggested
to move the election to the November 2020 ballot.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Morrison. Abstain: None.
Absent: None.
ELECTION MAR 2020 CLERK AND TREASURER / PET SALES REFERENDUM
(505-7-13)
6. Resolution No. 2019-171. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE
HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMISSION OF A
BALLOT MEASURE TO THE VOTERS AS REQUIRED BY THE
PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES. (City Attorney)
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Morrison. Abstain: None.
Absent: None.
ELECTION MAR 2020 CLERK AND TREASURER / PET SALES REFERENDUM
(505-7-13)
7. Resolution No. 2019-172. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO TO CONSOLIDATE A
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 3,
2020 WITH THE STATEWIDE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO
BE HELD ON THAT DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE
ELECTIONS CODE. (City Attorney)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
ELECTION MAR 2020 CLERK AND TREASURER / PET SALES REFERENDUM
(505-7-13)
7. Resolution No. 2019-172 (continued)
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Morrison. Abstain: None.
Absent: None.
ELECTION MAR 2020 CLERK AND TREASURER / PET SALES REFERENDUM
(505-7-13)
8. Resolution No. 2019-173. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN
IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS AND WRITTEN ARGUMENTS, RELATING TO A
MEASURE TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 2019-2463, "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADDING
CHAPTER 8.38 TO THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
PROHIBITING THE RETAIL SALE OF DOGS, CATS AND RABBITS". (City
Attorney)
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Cano,
Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Morrison. Abstain: None.
Absent: None.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 2019-2020 (204-1-34)
9. Investment Report for the quarter ended September 30, 2019. (Finance)
ACTION: Filed. See above.
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2019 - JUNE 2020 (202-1-34)
10. Warrant Register #17 for the period of 10/16/19 through 10/22/19 in the
amount of $1,705,094.38. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified. See above.
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2019 - JUNE 2020 (202-1-34)
11. Warrant Register #18 for the period of 10/23/19 through 10/29/19 in the
amount of $1,318,833.17. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified. See above.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
MUNICIPAL CODE 2019 (506-2-34)
12. Ordinance Nos. 2019-2467 through 2019-2475. PUBLIC HEARING AND
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES FOR THE 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
AND THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION STANDARDS;
THE 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE AND AMENDING CHAPTER
15.08.075 OF NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO CITY
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
MUNICIPAL CODE 2019 (506-2-34)
12. Ordinance Nos. 2019-2467 through 2019-2475 (continued). COUNCIL
AUTHORITY UNDER TITLE 15; THE 2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL
CODE AND 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2019
CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; APPENDIX J OF THE 2019 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 15.70 (GRADING) OF
THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE; THE 2019 CALIFORNIA
GREEN CODE; THE 2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2019
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; AND THE 2019 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; AND ALL APPENDICES RELATED TO THESE
CODES. (Building, Engineering/Public Works and Fire)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Ordinances.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Morrison, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Cano, seconded by Morrison, to adopt the Ordinances.
Carried by unanimous vote.
GENERAL PLAN 2019-2023 (405-8-8)
13. Resolution No. 2019-174. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY, APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR THE
REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2443 "N" AVENUE FROM
LARGE LOT RESIDENTIAL (RS-1) TO INSTITUTIONAL (I). (Applicant:
International Community Foundation) (Case File No. 2019-04 GPA)
(Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: Jen Nation, Olivewood Gardens, shared background
information on the organization which promotes community wellness,
environmental justice, and health equity.
Claire Groebner, Olivewood Gardens, shared positive changes
occurring within the organization.
EX PARTE DISCLOSURE: Member Rios stated for the record that
she viewed the Planning Commission meeting.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the Resolution. Carried
by unanimous vote.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
MUNICIPAL CODE 2019 (506-2-34)
14. Ordinance No. 2019-2476. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY,
APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2443 "N"
AVENUE CHANGING THE ZONE FROM LARGE LOT RESIDENTIAL
(RS-1) TO INSTITUTIONAL (I). (Applicant: International Community
Foundation) (Case File No. 2019-04 GPA) (Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Ordinance.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Rios, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Rios, seconded Cano, to adopt the Ordinance. Carried by
unanimous vote.
MUNICIPAL CODE 2019 (506-2-34)
15. Ordinance No. 2019-2477. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY AMENDING SECTION 16.06.060 (FUNCTIONS AND AUTHORITY -
PLANNING COMMISSION TO FUNCTION AS COMMITTEE ON
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - EX OFFICIO MEMBERS)
OF TITLE 16 (CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES) OF
THE NATIONAL CITY MUNICIPAL CODE. (Housing Authority)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Ordinance.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Cano, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Cano, seconded by Morrison, to adopt the Ordinance.
Carried by unanimous vote.
NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
CONTRACT (C2019-50)
16. Resolution No. 2019-175. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH HDR, INC. FOR A NOT -
TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $2,000,000 TO PROVIDE ON -CALL PROJECT
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROJECT
MANAGEMENT; CIVIL ENGINEERING; TRAFFIC ENGINEERING;
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING; PLAN REVIEWS; CONSTRUCTION
SUPPORT; CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS; LONG-RANGE PLANNING;
GRANTS MANAGEMENT; COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND
COMMUNICATIONS; AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE ANY PROJECT -SPECIFIC SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS,
AS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR GRANT FUNDED PROJECTS
(Engineering/Public Works)
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NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
CONTRACT (C2019-50)
16. Resolution No. 2019-175 (continued).
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
CONTRACT (C2014-54)
17. Resolution No. 2019-176. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH KTU&A FOR A
NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $2,000,000 TO PROVIDE ON -CALL
PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROJECT MANAGEMENT; CIVIL ENGINEERING; TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING; LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURAL AND URBAN DESIGN; GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS; PLAN REVIEWS; CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS; LONG-
RANGE PLANNING; GRANTS MANAGEMENT; COMMUNITY
OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS; AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY PROJECT -SPECIFIC SUPPLEMENTAL
AGREEMENTS, AS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR GRANT FUNDED
PROJECTS. (Engineering/Public Works)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
CONTRACT (C2017-34)
18. Resolution No. 2019-177. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH NV5, INC. FOR A
NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $2,000,000 TO PROVIDE ON -CALL
PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROJECT MANAGEMENT; CIVIL ENGINEERING; TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING; CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT; INSPECTIONS AND
CERTIFIED PAYROLL; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING; LAND
SURVEYING; ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT; GEOTECHNICAL;
CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT; PLAN REVIEWS; CONSTRUCTABILITY
REVIEWS; LONG-RANGE PLANNING; GRANTS MANAGEMENT;
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS; AND 2)
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY PROJECT -
SPECIFIC SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS, AS MAY BE REQUIRED
FOR GRANT FUNDED PROJECTS. (Engineering/Public Works)
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NON CONSENT RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
CONTRACT (C2017-34)
18. Resolution No. 2019-177 (continued).
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
CONTRACT (C2019-51)
19. Resolution No. 2019-178. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA, INC. FOR A
NOT -TO -EXCEED AMOUNT OF $2,000,000 TO PROVIDE ON -CALL
PROJECT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL CITY'S CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP), INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROJECT MANAGEMENT; CIVIL ENGINEERING; TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING; PLAN REVIEWS;
CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS: LONG-RANGE PLANNING; GRANTS
MANAGEMENT; COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS;
AND 2) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY
PROJECT -SPECIFIC SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS, AS MAY BE
REQUIRED FOR GRANT FUNDED PROJECTS. (Engineering/Public
Works)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
CITY STRATEGIC PLANNING (102-16-2)
20. Resolution No. 2019-179. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADOPTING THE 2020-2025 STRATEGIC
PLAN. (City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY: None.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
NEW BUSINESS
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETING ADMIN (102-3-1)
21. Seeking City Council direction on restructuring the Neighborhood Council
Program as part of the Work Plan associated with 2020-2025 Strategic
Focus Area on Communication and Outreach. (City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the restructuring of the Neighborhood
Council Program.
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NEW BUSINESS
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETING ADMIN (102-3-1)
21. Seeking City Council direction (continued).
TESTIMONY: Bradley Bang, National City, spoke during Public
Comment regarding this item as he was unable to stay for the
duration of the meeting.
Ted Godshalk, National City, offered suggestions regarding
restructuring of the Neighborhood Council program urging the
Council to double down on the work needed to make the program
work without relying on technology and quarterly breakfasts.
Dukie Valderrama, National City, spoke on the importance of being
data -driven by getting community input and communicating what has
been accomplished/providing feedback on the public's input.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Sotelo-Solis, to accept the
recommendations as presented by Staff to restructure the
Neighborhood Council program. Carried by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Cano, Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Morrison. Abstain:
None. Absent: None.
BUDGET FY 2020-2021 (206-1-36)
22. Approval of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Workshop dates. (Finance)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the recommended workshop dates.
TESTIMONY: None.
STAFF COMMENT: Director of Finance Mark Roberts stated for the
record that the date noted as the Budget adoption date of
Wednesday, June 3, 2020, should be Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to approve the
2020-2021 Budget Workshop dates. Carried by unanimous vote.
B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - HOUSING AUTHORITY
There were no CDC -HA items.
C. REPORTS
STAFF REPORTS
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS (509-1-3)
23. Legal Opinion Memo explaining the difference between a Standing
Committee and an Ad Hoc Committee of the National City Council.
(City Attorney)
FIRE DEPT ADMIN (305-1-1)
24. Support for bone marrow donor registration. (Chief Parra)
TESTIMONY: Dukie Valderrama, National City, spoke in support of
the bone marrow donor registration event.
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STAFF REPORTS (cont.)
FIRE DEPT ADMIN (305-1-1)
24. Support for bone marrow donor registration (continued).
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Cano, to support the
bone marrow donor registration. Carried by unanimous vote.
Chief of Emergency Services Frank Parra reported on the flood event that
occurred during the Thanksgiving holiday and thanked City Street and Wastewater
crews, and Police and Fire staff who helped in the emergency efforts.
MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, AND OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS
City Treasurer Mitch Beauchamp encouraged Council members to attend DHL
sales tax meetings so they are informed on revenue updates; extended an
invitation to a movie screening at the Chula Vista Public Library; and shared his
concerns regarding graffiti and tree/planting maintenance.
Student Council Representative Paulette Nungaray extended an invitation to
Sweetwater High School's advanced dance team showcase events; announced
that soccer season has started; the varsity cheer team has a competition in
Carlsbad; and the winter assembly/spirit week has begun.
Member Cano applauded all emergency responsive efforts made by City staff
during the storms.
Member Quintero addressed "seasonal affective disorder" and encouraged a
dialogue on mental health resources in the near future.
Vice Mayor Morrison extended an invitation to the Community 24th Annual
Community Christmas Party hosted at his home.
Mayor Sotelo-Solis said that she is pleased with the Strategic Plan and looks
forward to more community engagement.
Member Rios offered the following motion for Council consideration:
Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to adjourn the meeting in memory of former
Kimball Senior Center employee Louis Hernandez. Carried by unanimous vote.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Angil Morris -Jones reported that in regards to Item Nos. 1 and 2, in
the Closed Session, there was nothing to report; in regards to Item Nos. 3 and 4,
there was a settlement offer the Council voted to reject by a 4-1 vote, with Vice
Mayor Morrison voting to accept; in regards to Item No. 5, there was an offer to
settle with a 5-0 vote to reject; in regards to Item No. 6, was a claim that was
rejected by a 5-0 vote. (See attached Exhibit 'L')
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned in memory of Louis Hernandez.
Motion by Morrison, seconded by Quintero, 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 - Tuesday — December 17, 2019 -
6:00 p.m. - Council Chambers - National City, California. Carried by unanimous
vote.
The meeting closed at 8:38 p.m.
fr./ CI y Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of
2020.
F
ary 18,
City Council and Community Development Commission - Housing Authority of the
City of National City Meeting Schedule for the Period January 7, 2020 through
January 21, 2020:
January 07 - Dispense with Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
January 21 - Regular Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
In observance of the Employee Work Furlough, City Offices will be closed from
Monday, December 23, 2019 through Friday, January 3, 2020. City Offices will
reopen on Monday, January 6, 2020.
EXHIBIT `L'
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*- CALIFORNIA --,-
Nial.ON'A: CITY
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, December 3, 2019 — 5:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL
OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC MAY COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS.
1. Conference with Legal Counsel — Potential Litigation: One Case
Potential Litigation Pursuant to Governmental Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
2. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Carlsbad Police Officers Association et. al. v. City of Carlsbad, et al.
SDSC Case No. 37-2019-00005450-CU-WM-CTL
3. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
National City Puppy, LLC v. City of National City, et al
Case No. 37-2019-00049045—CU-CR-CTL
4. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
National City Puppy, LLC v. City of National City, et al
Case No. 37-2019-00061517—CU-WM-CTL
5. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Tammy Davis v. City of National City, et al
Case No. 19-CV-534-BEN-BGS
6. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation; One Claim
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Claim of Eugene Ray Hawkinson
CLOSED SESSION REPORT: AT THE END OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING.
ADJOURNMENT
Next Regular City Council Meeting: Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 6:00 p.m., City Council
Chambers, Civic Center — National City, California.