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04-07-2020
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION —
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
ONLINE ONLY MEETING
April 7, 2020
The Regular Meeting of the City Council and Community Development
Commission — Housing Authority of the City of National City was called to order at
6:25 p.m. by Mayor / Chairwoman Alejandra Sotelo-Solis.
ROLL CALL
Council / Board members present: Cano, Morrison, Quintero, Rios, Sotelo-Solis.
Administrative Officials present: Aguirre, Dalla, Manganiello, Meteau, Morris -
Jones, Parra, Raulston, Roberts, Tellez, Williams, Winney, Yano.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG BY VICE MAYOR RIOS
PUBLIC COMMENTS (SUBMITTED VIA E-MAIL)
City Clerk Michael Dalla publically read written comments submitted via e-mail
prior to the meeting. The comments are summarized below.
Chris Terrance, Jr., National City, expressed his concerns regarding ongoing
homelessness issues and safety concerns occurring at East 1st Street between
Norton and Palm Avenue.
Ted Godshalk, National City, requested information regarding the number of
COVID-19 cases in National City and whether that number includes Navy
personnel. Mr. Godshalk also expressed his thanks to Chief of Emergency
Services Frank Parra for the work he has done during the current pandemic crisis
and for getting a vacant lot cleaned up at 19th Street and Harbison Avenue.
Manny Sandoval, National City, expressed concerns regarding the amortization
process and removal of non -conforming businesses operating on the west side.
Karen Rodriguez, National City, asked that the City impose a moratorium and
freeze the permit and deployment process on "small cells" and other wireless
infrastructures until the COVID-19 emergency is over.
Jacqueline Reynoso, President/CEO of National City Chamber of Commerce,
provided a statement to the City Council urging the City Council and City
Management to consider the following ideas: Evaluate policy decisions through an
equitable lens; instate local ordinance and provisions; create a business retention
fund; invest in Business Technical Assistance; activate partnerships and invest in
workforce development; and, leverage the new National City Chamber
Foundation. Suggestions were offered as an opportunity for National City to shine
as a leader in emergency response and sustainability planning. Ms. Reynoso
stated for the record, that her message was not approved by the Chamber's Board
of Directors.
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 2020 (102-10-15)
1. Employee of the Quarter 2020 - Karla Apalategui, Senior Accounting
Assistant. (Finance)
CITY COUNCIL
CONSENT CALENDAR
ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR. Item No. 2 (NCMC), Item Nos. 3
through 7 (Resolution No. 2020-58 through 2020-62), Item Nos. 8 and 9
(Warrant Registers). Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to approve the Consent
Calendar, except for Item No. 7. Carried by unanimous vote.
MUNICIPAL CODE 2020 (506-2-35)
2. 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 (C2018-32)
3. Resolution No. 2020-58. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF POLICE TO
SIGN AN UPDATED MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU)
WITH THE VARIOUS LOCAL AND FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
AGENCIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL GANG
TASK FORCE (ECRGTF) — SAFE STREETS TASK FORCE (SSTF). THE
ECRGTF-SSTF CONDUCTS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS TO IDENTIFY
AND TARGET CRIMINAL ENTERPRISE GROUPS RESPONSIBLE FOR
DRUG TRAFFICKING, MONEY LAUNDERING AND CRIMES OF
VIOLENCE TO INCLUDE ROBBERY AND HOMICIDE. THIS MOU IS
REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ECRGTF. (Police)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
CONTRACT (C98-30)
4. Resolution No. 2020-59. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND
FIRE PREVENTION SERVICES, INC. FOR WEED AND LITTER
ABATEMENT SERVICES. (Fire)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
CONTRACT (C2020-20)
5. Resolution No. 2020-60. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT (PSA) NO. F024 WITH THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(CALTRANS) FOR THE CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT TO ALLOW FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF UP
TO $512,900 IN ELIGIBLE PROJECT EXPENDITURES THROUGH THE
HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (HSIP); AND 2)
AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ENGINEERING GRANTS
FUND APPROPRIATION OF $512,900 AND CORRESPONDING
REVENUE BUDGET. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
CONTRACT (C2020-21)
6. Resolution No. 2020-61. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: 1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT (PSA) NO. F025 WITH
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(CALTRANS) FOR THE CITYWIDE SAFETY LIGHTING
ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT TO ALLOW FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF UP
TO $175,200 IN ELIGIBLE PROJECT EXPENDITURES THROUGH THE
HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (HSIP); AND 2)
AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ENGINEERING GRANTS
FUND APPROPRIATION OF $175,200 AND CORRESPONDING
REVENUE BUDGET. (Engineering/Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted. See above.
PARKING & TRAFFIC CONTROL ADMIN 2020 (801-2-42)
7. Resolution No. 2020-62. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF RED
CURB "NO PARKING" AND PEDESTRIAN BARRICADES WITH
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE ON SWEETWATER ROAD BETWEEN THE
WESTERN ENTRANCE OF FAIRLOMAS ROAD AND VIA ROMAYA TO
ENHANCE SAFETY AND VISIBILITY AT INTERSECTIONS (TSC NO.
2020-03). (Engineering/Public Works)
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): The following residents spoke against
installation of a red curb in their neighborhood: George Ferguson,
and Emilio and Mary Christine Gonzales.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Quintero, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont.)
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2019 - JUNE 2020 (202-1-34)
8. Warrant Register #34 for the period of 2/12/20 through 2/18/20 in the
amount of $796,808.33. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified. See above.
WARRANT REGISTER JULY 2019 - JUNE 2020 (202-1-34)
9. Warrant Register #35 for the period of 2/19/20 through 2/25/20 in the
amount of $2,406,717.38. (Finance)
ACTION: Ratified. See above.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
MUNICIPAL CODE 2020 (506-2-35)
10. Ordinance No. 2020-2479. PUBLIC HEARING, FINDINGS OF URGENCY,
AND ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY: (1) ENACTING A
TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON EVICTIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF RENT FOR RESIDENTIAL
AND COMMERCIAL TENANTS ARISING OUT OF A SUBSTANTIAL
DECREASE IN INCOME OR SUBSTANTIAL OUT-OF-POCKET MEDICAL
EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THE NOVEL CORONAVIRUS
(COVID-19), GOVERNMENTAL RESPONSE TO COVID-19, OR OTHER
FINANCIAL REASON RELATED TO COVID-19 PURSUANT TO
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER N-28-20 AND N-37-20;
AND (2) SUSPENDING FORECLOSURE REMEDIES THAT COULD LEAD
TO EVICTION UNDER SIMILAR CIRCUMSTANCES PURSUANT
TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER N-28-20.
(Housing Authority)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Urgency Ordinance.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): The following individuals expressed
their support of a strong moratorium on evictions and also expressed
their concerns and suggestions: Julie Vasquez, Estefany Orozco,
Michelle Scudella, Javier Perez, Carlos Hernandez (also submitted
hardship letters on behalf of himself and Adriana Garcia and Julie
Vasquez), Giovanni Franco, Miguel Rosas, Guillermina Orozco,
Rosalinda Franco, Sandra Galindo, Jose Lopez, Milagros
Dominguez, Ivan Penetrante and Jose Rodriguez.
Jose Cortes, Willow Lark, David Petr, Zach Farber, Jordan Mills,
offered alternative suggestions such as a resolution and a public
board and stated that an eviction moratorium does not adequately
address long-term financial impacts.
Kathe Reisgies, Jonathan Chavez, Rafael Bautista, wrote in support
of the eviction and foreclosure moratorium and also suggested a rent
debt cancellation / rent and mortgage freeze and asked for action
taken to protect homeless and undocumented residents.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
MUNICIPAL CODE 2020 (506-2-35)
10. Ordinance No. 2020-2479 (continued).
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL CONT.): Gabriel Cesena wrote that he
and his family have been homeless since October 2019 due to an
illegal eviction and that the current crisis has made it more difficult to
find a safe place to live due to financial impacts.
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Rios, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Sotelo-Solis, seconded by Quintero, to adopt the
Ordinance, subject to proposed amendments (to move forward with
the seven day notification as indicated, with providing a total of thirty
days - seven days minus thirty to submit notification of their inability
to pay, and at six months it be clear that there is a balloon payment
and/or have entered into a payment plan with said landlord and that
there is also documentation provided by the City online to make
available for residential and commercial tenants to provide to their
landlord. With additional language added to Section 3, as clarified
by Director of Housing Authority Carlos Aguirre. Carried by
unanimous vote.
Director of Housing Authority Carlos Aguirre read the following amendment to
Section 1(d) into record: "Within 30 days of when rent was initially due, the tenant
shall provide the landlord documentation or objectively verifiable information that
the tenant is unable to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19.
Examples of verifiable documentation include but are not limited to, termination
notices, payroll checks, pay stubs, bank statements, medical bills, signed letters or
statements from an employer or supervisor explaining the tenant's changed
financial circumstances to support the tenant's assertion of their inability to pay;
and then including child care expenses and other bills according to
Councilmember Morrison (additional child care bills and an official notice regarding
school closure, as reiterated by Councilmember Morrison)".
HOUSING AUTHORITY 2020 (404-1-9)
11. Resolution No. 2020-63. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY APPROVING THE ISSUANCE BY THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE
COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF EXEMPT FACILITY
BONDS FOR A QUALIFIED RESIDENTIAL PROJECT, AS REQUIRED BY
THE TAX EQUITY AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT OF 1982
("TEFRA"), PURSUANT TO SECTION 142(A)(7) OF THE INTERNAL
REVENUE CODE WITH NO FISCAL IMPACT TO THE CITY, AND NOT
TO EXCEED $25,000,000 IN OUTSTANDING AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION OF A 151-UNIT
MULTIFAMILY RENTAL HOUSING PROJECT LOCATED AT 2525
HIGHLAND AVENUE IN NATIONAL CITY. (Housing Authority)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
HOUSING AUTHORITY 2020 (404-1-9)
11. Resolution No. 2020-63 (continued).
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): None.
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Rios, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Rios, seconded by Morrison, to adopt the Resolution.
Carried by unanimous vote.
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM ADMIN 2020-2021 (406-1-35)
12. PUBLIC HEARING NO. 1 OF 2 ON THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) DRAFT FIVE-YEAR
CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR HUD PROGRAM YEARS (PY) 2020 TO
2024 AND ALLOCATION OF HUD PY 2020 ENTITLEMENT GRANT
FUNDS, PROGRAM INCOME, AND FUNDS REMAINING FROM
COMPLETED PROJECTS TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME)
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES PROPOSED FOR THE PY 2020 ACTION PLAN.
(Housing Authority)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve recommendations for CDBG and HOME
activities from the sources identified.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): None.
ACTION: Motion by Cano, seconded by Morrison, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2020 (403-32-4)
13. Resolution No. 2020-64. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION REGARDING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) FOR
A NEW BAR (PARADISE VYBZ) TO BE LOCATED AT 309 HIGHLAND
AVENUE AND WAIVER OF CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 707
CONDITIONS 14 AND 15. (Applicant: Jean Dumont) (Case File No. 2020-
02 CUP) (Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Conditional Use Permit with the waiver
of City Council Policy No. 707, regarding conditions of approval 14 and 15.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): Ms. Rodriguez (no first name provided),
National City, expressed concerns regarding the proposed bar and
provided new business suggestions that would be beneficial to the
community.
Applicants Jean and Natalie Dumont, responded to questions and
spoke in favor.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (cont.)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 2020 (403-32-4)
13. Resolution No. 2020-64 (continued).
ACTION (CONT.): Motion by Quintero to adopt the Resolution
approving Option 1 approving the item subject to the recommended
findings and conditions of approval with the waiver of conditions.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Motion by Rios, seconded by Morrison, to adopt the Resolution
denying the Conditional Use Permit based on findings made by the
City Council (Option 3). Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:
Morrison, Rios, Sotelo-Solis. Nays: Cano, Quintero. Abstain: None.
Absent: None.
HISTORIC SITES LIST ADMIN (405-10-1)
REVENUE & TAXATION ADMIN (MILLS ACT) (205-2-1)
14. Resolution No. 2020-65. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A
MILLS ACT HISTORIC PRESERVATION CONTRACT FOR 204 EAST
2ND STREET. (Applicant: Jerry Overbey) (Case File 2020-04 M) (Planning)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): None.
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Cano, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Morrison, seconded by Cano, to adopt the Resolution.
Carried by unanimous vote.
NEW BUSINESS
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ADMIN (101-1-1)
15. Resolution No. 2020-66. FEASIBILITY REPORT AND RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ESTABLISHING
THAT ALL REGULAR BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE
MEETINGS SHALL BE HELD AT CITY HALL. (City Attorney)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): None.
ACTION: Motion by Morrison, seconded by Rios, to adopt the
Resolution. Carried by unanimous vote.
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B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - HOUSING AUTHORITY
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS - HOUSING AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY 2020 (404-1-9)
16. Resolution No. 2020-75. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION -
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, APPROVING
THE FIVE YEAR AND ANNUAL PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY (PHA)
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-2025, AND AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMITTAL OF THE PLANS TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. (Housing Authority)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution.
TESTIMONY (VIA E-MAIL): Valerie Brew, South Bay Community
Services, expressed support and the need for funding of HOME
Tenant -Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) and Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs and safety -net services.
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to close the Public
Hearing. Carried by unanimous vote.
Motion by Morrison, seconded by Cano, to adopt the Resolution.
Carried by unanimous vote.
C. REPORTS
STAFF REPORTS
CITY MANAGER / REPORTS ADMIN (1104-1-12)
EMERGENCY / DISASTER PLANNING ADMIN (301-1-1)
17. COVID-19 Update. (City Manager)
City Manager Brad Raulston provide an update on current City operations during
the COVID-19 crisis and thanked staff who have continued to show their
commitment to the community during these trying times. He said that many public
servants are reporting to work every day with some working remotely. City
Manager Raulston encouraged the community to stay connected via the City's
social media channels and the City's website. He asked the public to report any
non-compliance issues seen in the community to the County 211 information line,
non -emergency City Police Department line, National City Connect or the
SeeClickFix app using the new drop -down selection labeled, COVID-19. He
reported in regards to Public Safety, that the Police Department is patrolling the
City to ensure that businesses and community are following Governor Gavin
Newsom's stay-at-home order. City Manager Raulston said that high visibility and
low contact are the current directives with regular staffing and the efforts made by
the community to comply are appreciated. To date, citations have not been issued
and the City continues to educate and inform. The Fire Department, continues to
respond to calls with extra precautions based on guidelines for First Responders.
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STAFF REPORTS (cont.)
CITY MANAGER / REPORTS ADMIN (1104-1-12)
EMERGENCY / DISASTER PLANNING ADMIN (301-1-1)
17. COVID-19 Update (continued)
City Manager Raulston reported that Public Works remains fully staffed and on
call; that all parks are closed to gatherings and organized sports, but are open to
neighborhood. All amenities, including parking lots are closed to the public, with
signs posted. Park maintenance, Landscape and tree maintenance, and other
essential services continue. All City buildings are closed to the public with
appropriate signage posted. City Manager Raulston gave an update on current
and proposed plan submittal processes and other core services, such as
inspections by appointment only, and said that the City is continuing to keep
development projects moving forward to the fullest extent possible. The
Community Services staff continues to provide hot meals to youth and seniors. Mr.
Raulston reported that the City is working on programs to support local businesses
and are closely tracking state and federal initiatives and advised that all Boards
and Commission Meetings with the exception of the May Planning Commission
meeting have been cancelled.
City Manager Raulston presented Chief of Emergency Services Frank Parra with
his 10-year service recognition pin and said that he appreciates his dedication and
commitment to the community.
Chief of Police Jose Tellez provided an update regarding domestic violence type
calls, which has been a leveling off and said that in comparison with January
through March of this year and last year that domestic calls are down. He noted
that the Domestic Violence Response Team are not physically going out to homes,
but are available via phone and virtual meetings, as needed.
Chief Parra provided an update on San Diego County statistics and what the City
is currently doing to respond to calls and combat the spread of COVID-19; Chief
Parra emphasized the importance of doing everything possible to set an example
and have an impact by keeping the number of new cases low.
MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, AND OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS
Vice Mayor Rios thanked staff that are on the frontlines and for continuing to
provide information and updates. A personal recognition was extended to
Management Analyst II Lauren Maxilom.
Mayor Sotelo-Solis extended her thanks and gratitude to all the teams and leaders
working through the challenging times.
Member Morrison thanked the City and the community for doing a great job. He
requested that a proclamation be given to Wrigley's Supermarket at a future
meeting.
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MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, AND OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS (cont.)
Member Quintero commended the Council for moving forward with the Urgency
Moratorium and also commended all City staff and essential workers. Member
Quintero spoke on the importance of completing the 2020 Census.
Member Cano thanked City staff for doing an amazing job and hopes that proper
online training has been provided to staff in regards to Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE); and asked staff to put information regarding proper disposal
techniques and PPE use on the City's website.
Vice Mayor Rios shared information regarding Governor Newsom's signed
Executive Order N-42-20 protecting homes and small businesses from water
shutoffs during the COVID-19 crisis and will restore water for occupied residents
who had their water shut off as of March 4th. Vice Mayor Rios asked for City
Manager Raulston to obtain follow-up information regarding the flooding that
occurred on 18th Street.
Vice Mayor Rios offered the following motion for Council consideration:
ACTION: Motion by Rios, seconded by Cano, to bring back a discussion
regarding Boards and Commissions issues. Carried by unanimous vote.
Mayor Sotelo-Solis expressed her thanks to City staff for stepping up and for
providing the community with resources and thanked Community Services,
National School District and Sweetwater Union High School District for their role in
providing meals and other food distribution services. She spoke on the importance
of safe socializing and being neighborly. Mayor Sotelo-Solis asked that everyone
stay home, save lives, and abide by physical distancing, but to stay in contact with
others and reminded the public that there are helpful resources available on the
City's website.
The Mayor acknowledged Fair Housing Month and read the following statement
into the record: "The City of National City in partnership with our fair housing
provider, CSA San Diego County, are committed to spreading awareness about
fair housing rights and resources and it's important at this time that we practice
and uphold fair housing laws. As we go through this public health crisis, we want
to make sure our community has resources available. If you have any questions,
you may contact CSA San Diego County about wrongful evictions and/or
tenant/landlord disputes; and both tenants and landlords' are welcome to reach
out..."
Mayor Sotelo-Solis thanked staff who were involved with the Urgency Moratorium
Ordinance and is proud that it was a unanimous decision by the Council. She
shared a "We've Been Counted 2020" Census window poster that will be
displayed at City Hall and encourage everyone to complete their census form.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Angil Morris -Jones reported that in regards to Item No. 1, the Council
gave direction for all matters, by unanimous vote. In regards to Item No. 3,
Council gave direction. All other items (Nos. 2, 4 and 5) were just updated reports.
(See attached Exhibit 'L')
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Quintero, seconded by Morrison, 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 - April 21, 2020 - 6:00 p.m.
— Online Only Meeting - Council Chambers - National City, California. Carried by
unanimous vote.
The meeting closed at 10:04 p.m.
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of June 16, 2020.
Mayor
EXHIBIT 'L'
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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, April 7, 2020 — 4:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL
OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC MAY COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS.
1. Conference with Labor Negotiators — Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Eddie Kreisberg, Tony Winney, Robert Meteau,
Robert Hernandez and Lilia Munoz.
Employee Organizations:
A.) Municipal Employees' Association,
B.) Firefighters' Association,
C.) Executives and Management — Unrepresented
Agency Designated Representative: Angil P. Morris -Jones
D.) City Attorney's Department - Unrepresented
2. Liability Claim: Government Code Section 54956.95: One Claim
City of Chula Vista
Agency Notice of Potential Liability Claimed Against: City of National City
3. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigations (Three Cases):
Existing Litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
A.) AT&T Mobility LLC v. County of San Diego
B.) Carlsbad Police Officers Association et. al. v. City of Carlsbad, et al.
C.) National City Puppy v. City of National City
4. Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation: One Case
Potential Litigation Pursuant to Governmental Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health
Hazardous Materials Division
Notice of Violation — Police Department Indoor Shooting Range
5. Conference with Legal Counsel — Potential Litigation: Four Cases
Potential Litigation Pursuant to Governmental Code Section 54956.9(e)(1)
CLOSED SESSION REPORT: AT THE END OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING.
ADJOURNMENT
Next Regular City Council Meeting: Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 6:00 p.m., City Council Chambers,
Civic Center — National City, California.