HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023 02-21 CC HA CDC MINREGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
February 21, 2023, 6:00 .m.
City
Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA
Present:
Others Present:
Mayor Morrison
Vice -Mayor Ielina
Councilmember Bush
Councilmember Rodriguez
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Councilmember Vamane
Brad laurlstn, City Manager
Barry Schultz, City Attorney
Frank Parra, Assistant City Manager
Shelley Chapel, Interim City Clerk (via Zoom)
Carlos Aguirre, Director of Housing
Molly Brennan, Administrative Services Director
Tonya Hussain, Executive Secretary
Sergio Mora, Fire Battalion Chief
Joyce Ryan, Library & Community Services Director
Jose Tellez, Police Chief
Armando Vergara, Director of Community Development
Roberto Yano, Director of Public Works and City Engineering
1 . CALL To ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to
order at 6:19 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City
Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.
2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers embers present: Morrison, Molina, Bush (via Zoom), Rodriguez,
Yamane
Other elected officials: Treasurer Mitch Beauchamp
Administrative Officials present: Raulston, Parra, Schultz, Chapel (via Zoom),
Aguirre, Brennan, Hussain, Mora, Ryan, Tellez, Vergara, Yano
Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.
3. PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Coun ilmem er Yamane led the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation was delivered
by Father Cholo Sun ad from St. Mary's Catholic Church.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment
allowing two (2) minutes per comment and introduced Interim City Clerk Chapel.
Two (2) speaker slips were received for in -person comment and four people
provided virtual comment.
Comment received via Zoom:
Terri -Ann Skelly
Kelly McCormick
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Judith Strang
Barbara Gordon
In -person o.r me nt:
Geoffrey Schrock
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Erien Ferrer and Jafet Gomez
5. PROCLAMATIONS S AND RECOGNITION
5.1 Black History Month
Mayor Morrison introduced People's Association of Justice Advocates
President Shane Harris; Young Black &'N Business founder Roosevelt
Williams III; and, Black Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman Bruce
Mayberry and presented the proclamation.
One public comment from Joan Rincon was withdrawn.
6. PRESENTATION (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Limited to Five
Minutes eachZ
Councilmember Yaniane spoke to her recent visit to Loveland Reservoir.
Councilmember Rodriguez provided an update on the business of the
Metropolitan Transit Service and his appointment on the Public Safety
Committee for San Diego Association of Governments.
Port of San Diego Commissioner Sandy Naranjo provided an update on the
National al City's portion of public tidelands.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: : Motion by Vice -Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to
approve the Consent Calendar Items 8.1 through 8.5, Items 8.7 through 8.13 with
Item 8.6 pulled for public comment.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of
Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.2 Adoption of Resolution Appointing Councilmember Yamane to the San
Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors.
Adopted Resolution No. 2 2311
Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of
National City, California, Appointing Members of the City Council to the
San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors."
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.3 Approval and Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of
Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and Appropriation of Funds to Purchase
Over -the -Ear Hearing Protection Equipment.
Adopted Resolution tion No. 2023-12.
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of
National City, California, Authorizing the Acceptance of the National City
Police Department's Grant Application in the Amount of $26.098.00 to the
2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program to
Purchase Lightweight Tactical Over -the -Ear Hearing Protection for the
SWAT Radio Communication System, and Authorizing the Establishment
of an Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget."
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.4 Approval of Creation of One 1 New Job Classification and Amending the
Executive Salary Schedule."
Adopted Resolution No. 2023-13.
Approve the Resolution entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City
of National City, California, Creating one 1 New Job Classification and
Amending the Executive Salary Schedule."
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.5 Citywide Desktop Computer Lifecycle Replacements
Adopted Resolution No. 2 23-1 .
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City,
California, waiving the bid process by utilizing pricing and contracts,
amendments, and extensions from the National Association of State
Procurement Officials •IASPO) ValuePoint Agreement with Dell
Technologies, Inc. to purchase computer hardware, software, and related
services for an amount not to exceed $369,628.00 pursuant to National
City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.6 Authorizing establishment of appropriations and purchases for CIP Fleet
Vehicle Equipment and Accessories
Adopted Resolution No. 2 23-1 .
Mayor Morrison introduced the item.
One public comment was received from Coyote Moon.
Comment received via Zoom:
Terri -Ann Skelly
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City,
California, 1 authorizing the establishment of appropriations in the
amount of $382,000 waiving the formal bid process pursuant to NCMC
2.60.260 regarding cooperative purchasing, and authorizing the purchase
and buildout of one 1 Aerial Boom Truck for Public Works Parks Division
from PB Loader in a not -to -exceed amount of $381,611 £3; 2 authorizing
additional appropriations in the amount of $8,000 for the purchase and
buildout of one 1 Medium Crew Cab Truck for the National City Fire
Department from National Auto Fleet in a not -to -exceed amount of
$237,928.30; 3 waiving the formal bid process pursuant to NCMC
2. OE220 (B) regarding open market procedure - exception to bidding
requirements and authorizing the purchase and buildout of two(2)
motorcycles for the National City Police Department from sole source
vendor Long Beach BMW Motorcycle in a not -to -exceed amount of
$71 ,$71,542.42, and; authorizing the City Manager to approve adjustments
to the not -to -exceed amounts and additional appropriations for these
purchases of up to $172,770 as a 25% contingency for unforeseen
fluctuations in pricing."
ACTION: Motion by Vice -Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember
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Yamane to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.7 Installation of a blue curb disabled persons parking space with signage in
front of the residence at 140 W. Plaza Blvd.
Adopted Resolution No, 2023-16.
Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of
National City, California, authorizing the installation of a blue curb disabled
persons parking space with signage in front of the residence at 140 W.
Plaza Blvd".
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.8 Installation of red curb "No Parking" at the intersection of the Alley
between E. 6th Street and E. 7th Street with M Avenue.
Adopted Resolution No. 2 23 17.
Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of
National City, California, authorizing the installation of red curb "No
Parking" at the intersection of the Alley between E. 6th Street and E 7th
Street with M Avenue in order to enhance safety and visibility for drivers
when exiting the Alley onto M Avenue."
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.9 Temporary Use Permit — Padres Pedal the Cause Bicycle Ride sponsored
by Padres Pedal the Cause on March 18, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
with no waiver of fees.
Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit subject to
compliance with all conditions of approval with no waiver of fees or in
accordance to City Council Policy 802.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.10 Temporary Use Permit — National Day of Prayer sponsored by Heart
Revolution Church at Kimball Park Bowl on May 4, 2023 with no waiver of
fees.
Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit subject to
compliance with all conditions of approval with no ,rivr of fees or in
accordance to City Council Policy 802.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.11 Investment transactions for the month ended November 30, 2022.
Accept and file the Investment Transaction Ledger for the month ended
November 30, 2022.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
.12 Warrant Register #27 for the period of 12 3 22 through 1 23 in the
amount of $ 1,926,764.42
Ratify Warrants Totaling $ 1,926,754.42
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
8.13 Warrant Register #28 for the period of 01 o /23 through 1/12/23 in the
amount of $ 2,312,382.68
Ratify Warrants Totaling $ 2,312,382.68
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
9. PUBLI C_H E Rt N G
Notice of the Public Hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements,
and the hearing was held on the date and no earlier than specified in the notice.
9.1 Public Hearing and Adoption of Multiple Ordinances Amending the
National City Municipal Code chapters 15.0 , 15.14, 1 .20, 15.24, 15.28,
1 .7 , 1 .7 , and 15.79 related to California Codes.
Adopted Ordinance Nos. 2023-2508 through 2023-2515.
Director of Community Development Vergara presented the item.
Mayor Morrison declared the Public Hearing open at 7:09 p.m.
There was no public comment.
ACTION: : Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by
Councilmember Bush to close the public hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 7:10 p.m.
Recommendation: Adoption of the Ordinances for the 2022 California Fire
Code and the National Fire Protection Association Standards; the 2022
California Building Code; the 2022 California Electrical Code and 2020
National Electrical Code; the 2022 California Energy Code; Appendix J of
the 2022 California Building Code, and Amending Chapter 15.70
(Grading) of the National city Municipal Code; the 2022 California Green
Building Standards Code; the 2022 California Mechanical Code; the 2022
California Plumbing Code; and the 2022 California Residential Code and
all Appendices related to these Codes; receive public input; and schedule
for the meeting of February 21, 2023, for consideration and adoption.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Councilmember
Yamane to adopt the Ordinances.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
9.2 Public Hearing and Adoption of an Ordinance of the City Council of the
City of National City, California Establishing the Compensation of the
Mayor and City Council.
Mayor Morrison introduced the item.
Mayor Morrison declared the Public Hearing open at 7:11 p.m.
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One public comment was received from Paul Wapn ws i.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Councilmember
Yamane to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Public Hearing closed at 7:14 p.m.
Recommendation: Adopt an ordinance adjusting the Mayor and City
Council compensation in accordance with City Council direction.
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice -Mayor
Molina to bifurcate compensation for the Mayor and City Council and
decrease the Mayor's compensation increase from 30% to 15%.
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Substitute Motion by Mayor Morrison to amend the compensation to a
15% increase for the Mayor and City Council. Motion died for lack of a
second.
Original Motion:
Motion carried by 4-1 vote.
Ayes: Bush, Molina, Rodriguez, Yamane
Nays: Morrison
1 R STAFF REPORTS
10.1 Approval of Agreement with EXOS Community Services LLC for Las
Palmas Pool Operations
Library & Community Services Manager Ryan presented the item utilizing
a PowerPoint presentation.
EXOS Aquatics Manager Dillon Delaney provided a PowerPoint
presentation.
Comment nt received via Zoom:
Coyote Moon
In -person comment:
Mary Alice Hoss
Joan Rincon
Karla Apalategui
Mitchel Beauchamp
Leticia Pena
Paul Wapn w l i
Patricia Sainz
James Kim
Alonso Garcia
Recommendation: endation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City
Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to
Execute a Service Agreement between the City of National City and
EXOS Community Services, LLC, to provide aquatic programs and
services at Las Palmas Pool located at 1800 East 22ndStreet."
ACTION: Motion by Vice -Mayor Molina, seconded by Mayor Morrison to
approve the staff recommendation.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Bush to extend the EXOS contract
for one year and amend the contract to prioritize local hire. Motion died for
lack of a second.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by
Councilmember Bush to extend the EXOS contract for two years and
amend the contract to prioritize local hire.
Motion carried by 4-1 vote.
Ayes: Molina, Bush, Rodriguez, Yamane
Nays: Morrison
Counciimember Bush left the dais at 7:47 p.m. and returned at 7:49 p.m.
Vice -Mayor Molina exited the dais at 8:43 p.m. and returned at . 5 p.m.
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Mayor Morrison called for a recess at 8:53 p.m., the meeting reconvened at , 02
p.m. with all members present.
10.2 City Council discussion and direction regarding revisions to City Council
Policy #901 Management of Real Property (Sale, Lease, Rental, Surplus)
with the intent to expand homeownership opportunities on City -owned
parcels.
Director of Housing Aguirre presented the item.
10.3
Recommendation: Provide direction to staff on potential revisions to City
Council Policy #901.
ACTION: : Motion by Councilmernber Rodriguez, seconded by
Counclirnember Yamane for staff to provide at a future City Council
meeting, language within City Council Policy 901 to prioritize
homeownership development opportunities on City -owned properties and
that 75% or more of affordable housing units be apportioned for qualifying
National City residents.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Street Sweeping Program
Director of Public Works and City Engineering Yano presented the item.
Fommendatin: Accept report and provide direction.
ACTION: Motion by C un ilmermber Rodriguez, seconded by
Councilmernber Bush for staff to provide various financial options for sign
installation, to prioritize the busiest streets, and include the item in the
Strategic Plan/Goal Setting timeline.
Motion carried by 4-1 vote.
Ayes: Morrison, Bush, Rodriguez, Yamane
Nays: Molina
10.4 2023 Goal Setting and Budgeting Kick -Off
City Manager Raulston and Administrative Services Director Brennan
presented the item.
In -person public comment received from Joan Finon.
Recommendation: mendation: Confirm process and proposed dates and provide
direction to staff on initial City Council Priorities.
City Councilmembers provided direction to staff.
11. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Raulston introduced staff Directors who provided various updates.
Director of Public Works and City Engineering Yano spoke to preparations made
for the upcoming storm.
Police Chief Tellez provided a report on an operation to address human
trafficking.
Director of Community Ryan - Services R an announced the release of the City's
quarterly newsletter.,
In -person public comment received from SEIU 1 representative Morgan White.
12. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by the City Council.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor
Morrison introduced CityAttorney Schultz who announced that there was
no reportable action for
Closed Session item 5.1 and that the City Manager and
City Council concluded the discussion of the mutual expectation for the
relationship betweenCity the Council and the City Manager for Closed Session
Item 5.2.
5.1 LIABILITY CLAIM
Government Code Section 54957
Claimant: Graham Young
Agency g Claimed Against: ainst Graham Young v. City of National City
5.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Government Code Section 9 .9(d)
Position to be Reviewed: City Manager
14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned urned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City
March 7, 2023— 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber,
of National City, Tuesday,
located in City Hail, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.
The meeting adjourned at
10:35
P.m.
LaTona ssain, Executive Secretary
re _ oin minutes were approved at the Regular Ming of March 7, 0
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The foregoing �
R Morrison, Mayor