HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-01; City Council; Resolution 2020-182RESOLUTION NO. 2020-182
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING FUNDING TO THE CARLSBAD CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE TO SPONSOR THE GIFT CARLSBAD SHOP LOCAL PROGRAM
WHEREAS, on February 14, 2020, the San Diego County Health Officer declared a Local Health
Emergency as a result of the spread of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom proclaimed a statewide state of emergency as
a result of the spread of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2020, the Director of Emergency Services proclaimed a local state of
emergency as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which the City Council subsequently ratified and
extended; and
WHEREAS, on March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-33-20 directing
individuals living in California to comply with a State Public Health Officer order to stay at home except
as needed to facilitate authorized, necessary activities or to maintain the continuity of operations at
critical infrastructure sectors; and
WHEREAS, on May 4, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-60-20 allowing non-
essential businesses to reopen in four stages in compliance with criteria set by the State Public Health
Officer and based on certain public health criteria being met on a county-by-county basis; and
WHEREAS, on June 19, 2020, dine-in restaurants, alcohol-serving businesses offering dine-in
meals, personal care services businesses and other businesses in the County of San Diego were
permitted to reopen subject to compliance with state issued guidance; and
WHEREAS, on July 13, 2020, a statewide public health officer order was issued closing bars,
pubs, brewpubs, and closing indoor operations of dine-in restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, family
entertainment centers, movie theaters, zoos, museums, personal care services, and cardrooms; and
WHEREAS, the State of California has issued industry guidance to businesses that are allowed
to reopen requiring modification to business operations, which has a direct cost and may have an
impact on the space in which businesses may operate thus impacting revenue; and
WHEREAS, the impact of COVID-19 on businesses and the workforce is significant with the State
of California unemployment rate in July standing at 13.3%, which is higher than the 12.3% it was during
the height of the Great Recession (March, October, and November 2010); and
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WHEREAS, the City of Carlsbad unemployment rate in July was 11.6% compared to a 2019
average of 2.9%; and
WHEREAS, the City of Carlsbad conducted a survey of businesses impacted by COVID-19 which
ended in July and found that 72% of companies indicated the need for further financial assistance to
maintain operations over the next six months; and
WHEREAS, 78% of businesses surveyed indicated that they experienced a revenue decrease of
more than 25% due to COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to take steps to ensure local businesses remain
economically viable during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency; and
WHEREAS, there is a public benefit to providing economic relief to businesses impacted by the
COVID-19 health emergency, so they may continue providing jobs and tax revenue to the City of
Carlsbad to fund public services; and
WHEREAS, there is a public benefit from the city sponsorship of the Gift Carlsbad shop local
program which can provide $395,000 in revenue to Carlsbad businesses if fully funded; and
WHEREAS, there is a public benefit in promoting Carlsbad businesses through the Gift Carlsbad
shop local program which may increase the total economic impact of the program and support small
business entities in the city; and
WHEREAS, adopting this resolution is necessary and appropriate to mitigate the immediate
threats to the public health, safety, and welfare of residents and local businesses from the significant
economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic by providing economic relief and providing resources to
remain open in compliance with the public health orders.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That sponsoring the Gift Carlsbad shop local program to mitigate the impacts of
COVID-19 serves a public purpose and provides a public benefit.
3. That the deputy city manager, administrative services is authorized to appropriate and
disburse up to $50,000, matching other donations provided to the Gift Carlsbad shop
local program administered by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, from the balance
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of funds previously appropriated for the Economic Recovery and Revitalization
Initiative for contingency or future city council actions.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 1st day of September, 2020, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
MATT HALL, Mayor
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BARBARA ENGLESON, City Clerk
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