HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-07-12; City Council; Minutes (2) Council Chamber
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
CALL TO ORDER: 5 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta.
Norby – Absent.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CONCURRENT MEETINGS: Mayor Hall announced that the City Council
would be serving as both the Carlsbad City Council and the Carlsbad Municipal Water District
Board of Directors on Consent Calendar Item No. 8.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION: None.
PUBLIC REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Hall announced the following: “The City Council is pleased to announce its 4-0-1 (Norby –
Absent) vote to appoint Ms. Cindie McMahon as the next City Attorney for the City of Carlsbad.
The appointment will be confirmed and her contract approved by resolution in open session of
the City Council on July 26, 2022. A press release should follow shortly.”
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held May 24, 2022
Minutes of the Special Meeting held June 7, 2022
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 7, 2022
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to approve the
minutes as presented. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation in recognition of Parks & Recreation Month
Mayor Hall read the proclamation. Parks & Recreation Commissioner Michael Luna said a few
words.
Presentation in recognition of donation from Friends of the Library
Library & Cultural Arts Director Suzanne Smithson made the presentation. Representing the
Friends of the Library Robbye Adams said a few words.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Glenn Bernard spoke regarding an article about the dilemma of a shrinking police force.
Mary Lucid expressed her concerns about the Senior Center.
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CITY COUNCIL
Minutes
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Tim Morgan expressed his concern with the traffic signal at Tamarack and Valley.
Aaron Cuker expressed his concern with school security.
Michael Krekorian expressed his concerns with Republic Services.
Item #16 was heard before the Consent Calendar.
16. LIBRARY COURTYARD NAMING OPPORTUNITY – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-175
approving the honorary naming of the courtyard at the Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane as
the Ann Kulchin Courtyard. (Staff contact: Suzanne Smithson, Library & Cultural Arts)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolution.
Mayor Hall highlighted several of the projects that Ann Kulchin had been responsible for. He
also listed the boards she had served on.
Glenn Bernard spoke regarding names listed on public places.
July Nygaard spoke in support of the item.
Leslie Saldana spoke in support of the item and outlined Ms. Kulchin’s support of Dove Library
and her significance to the city.
Mark Packard spoke to the item on behalf of the Rotary Club of Carlsbad and asked all
Rotarians to stand in support.
Tim Stripe spoke in support of the item and Ms. Kulchin’s contribution to the business
community.
Council Members gave their comments, thanked Ms. Kulchin for her contributions and noted
their support for the item.
Library & Cultural Arts Director Suzanne Smithson reviewed a PowerPoint presentation
highlighting photos of Ms. Kulchin throughout her years of service (on file in the Office of the
City Clerk).
Ann Kulchin thanked everyone and said a few words.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-175. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
Mayor Hall declared a recess at 5:57 p.m.
Mayor Hall reconvened the meeting at 6:05 p.m.
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to approve
Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 9. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
1. ACCEPTANCE OF $66,800 DONATION FROM THE CARLSBAD FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY –
Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-160 accepting a $66,800 donation from the Carlsbad Friends
of the Library to the City of Carlsbad’s Library & Cultural Arts Department. (Staff contact:
Suzanne Smithson, Library & Cultural Arts)
2. ANNUAL LEVY OF BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS FOR THE BUENA VISTA CHANNEL MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT BENEFIT AREA NO. 1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-
161 authorizing the annual levy of benefit assessments for the Buena Vista Channel
Maintenance District Benefit Area No. 1 for fiscal year 2022-23. (Staff contact: Jason Rosado,
Administrative Services Department)
3. ESTABLISH FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 SPECIAL TAXES FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 1
– Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-162 establishing the fiscal year 2022-23 special taxes for
Community Facilities District No. 1. (Staff contact: Roxanne Muhlmeister, Administrative
Services Department)
4. REVISIONS TO THE CARLSBAD CITY EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION SALARY SCHEDULE – Adoption
of Resolution No. 2022-163 approving revisions to the Carlsbad City Employees’ Association
Salary Schedule. (Staff contact: Silvano Rodriguez and Judy von Kalinowski, Administrative
Services Department)
5. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE LEO CARRILLO RANCH ROOF REPAIR PROJECT (CIP PROJECT
NO. 4748) – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-164 accepting bids received and awarding a
contract to Edwards Construction Group, Inc. for the Leo Carrillo Ranch Roof Repair Project,
in an amount not to exceed $972,283. (Staff contact: Steven Stewart, Public Works and Mick
Calarco, Parks & Recreation)
6. AGREEMENT FOR THE SCHULMAN AUDITORIUM AND CANNON ART GALLERY AUDIO-VISUAL
UPDATE PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NO. 4753) – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-165 authorizing
execution of an agreement with Domusstudio Architecture LLP to provide design services for
the Schulman Auditorium and Cannon Art Gallery Audio-Visual Update Project in an amount
not to exceed $216,640. (Staff contact: Steven Stewart, Public Works and Suzanne Smithson,
Library & Cultural Arts)
7. INCREASE IN THE CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY AMOUNT FOR THE TEMPORARY TRAILER
CONTRACT FOR THE POLICE AND FIRE HEADQUARTERS RENOVATION PROJECT (CIP PROJECT
NO. 4715) – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-166 authorizing a $200,000 increase in the
construction contingency amount for the temporary trailer contract for the Police and Fire
Headquarters Renovation Project. (Staff contact: Steven Stewart, Public Works and Mickey
Williams, Police)
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8. AGREEMENT WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE EL CAMINO REAL WIDENING BETWEEN
ARENAL ROAD AND LA COSTA AVENUE PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NOS. 6051 AND 3904) – 1)
Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-167 approving Amendment No. 1 to the professional
services agreement with Dokken Engineering for additional engineering services for the El
Camino Real Widening between Arenal Road and La Costa Avenue Project, in an amount not
to exceed $146,042; and
2) Adoption of Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board of Directors Resolution No. 1679
authorizing procurement of professional services with Dokken Engineering for water main
replacement design associated with the El Camino Real Widening between Arenal Road and
La Costa Avenue Project and appropriating funds from the Water System Rehabilitation and
Replacement Project, in an amount not to exceed $146,042. (Staff contact: Brandon Miles,
Hossein Ajideh and Dave Padilla, Public Works)
9. AGREEMENT WITH LIFE ASSIST INC. FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL PRODUCTS – Adoption of
Resolution No. 2022-168 authorizing execution of an agreement with Life Assist, Inc. to
provide emergency medical products for an annual amount not to exceed $200,000. (Staff
contact: Nathan Pearson, Fire Department)
This item was pulled for public comment.
10. ACCEPTANCE OF RESCUE WATERCRAFT DONATION – Adoption of a resolution accepting a
donation of a rescue watercraft and trailer form the Carlsbad Fire Department Foundation to
the Carlsbad Fire Department Lifeguard Program. (Staff contact: Nathan Pearson, Fire
Department)
CONSENT ITEM PULLED FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
10. ACCEPTANCE OF RESCUE WATERCRAFT DONATION – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-169
accepting a donation of a rescue watercraft and trailer form the Carlsbad Fire Department
Foundation to the Carlsbad Fire Department Lifeguard Program. (Staff contact: Nathan
Pearson, Fire Department)
Speaking on behalf of the Carlsbad Fire Department Foundation Board, Ray Pearson spoke on
the Board’s donation of funds for a new rescue watercraft for lifeguard services.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to approve
Consent Calendar Item No. 10. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION: None.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: None.
PUBLIC HEARING:
11. FY 2022-23 FINAL ENGINEER’S REPORT AND ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN STREET
LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DISTRICT NO. 1 – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-170
confirming the diagram and assessment and providing for the levy of the annual assessment
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for FY 22-23 for Street Lighting and Landscaping District No. 1, a special assessment district.
(Staff contact: Jason Rosado, Administrative Services Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, and adopt the
resolution.
Finance Manager Jason Rosado and Assistant Finance Director Roxanne Muhlmeister
presented the report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City
Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:11 p.m.
Hearing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:11
p.m.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-170. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
12. FY 2022-23 FINAL ENGINEER’S REPORT AND ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN STREET
LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DISTRICT NO. 2 – Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-171
confirming the diagram and assessment and providing for the levy of the annual assessment
for FY 22-23 for Street Lighting and Landscaping District No. 2, a special assessment district.
(Staff contact: Jason Rosado, Administrative Services Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, and adopt the
resolution.
Finance Manager Jason Rosado and Assistant Finance Director Roxanne Muhlmeister
presented the report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City
Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:13 p.m.
Hearing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:13
p.m.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
resolution No. 2022-171. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
13. AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY’S DENSITY BONUS ORDINANCE AND LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
Introduction of Ordinance No. CS-426 acknowledging receipt of the California Coastal
Commission’s Resolution of Certification including suggested modifications for LCPA 2020-
0005, and approving the associated suggested modifications to the Zoning Ordinance and
Local Coastal Program (Case Name: Density Bonus Amendments 2020; Case No.: ZCA 2020-
0001/LCPA 2020-0005). (Staff contact: Jennifer Jesser, Community Development)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce
the ordinance.
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Senior Planner Jennifer Jesser and City Planner Eric Lardy presented the report and reviewed
a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:17 p.m.
Hearing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:17
p.m.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to introduce
Ordinance No. CS-426. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
14. AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY’S ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT REGULATIONS – Introduction of
Ordinance No. CS-427 acknowledging receipt of the California Coastal Commission’s
Resolution of Certification including suggested modifications for LCPA 2020-0006, and
approving the associated suggested modifications to the Zoning Ordinance and Local Coastal
Program (Case Name: Accessory Dwelling Unit Amendments 2020; Case No.: ZCA 2020-
0002/AMEND 2020-0005/LCPA 2020-0006). (Staff contact: Jennifer Jesser, Community
Development)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce
the ordinance.
Planner Jennifer Jesser and City Planner Eric Lardy presented the report and reviewed a
PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:24 p.m.
Hearing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:24
p.m.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn’s inquiry, Planner Jesser explained that state law
overrides a Home Owner’s Association (HOA) as to where an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
can be built.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn’s inquiry, Planner Jesser explained that if an ADU
were to be converted from an existing garage, the builder is not required to replace parking.
She also explained that there are parking requirements depending on the type of ADU
proposed, and the city can require a street parking location.
In response to Council Member Acosta, City Planner Lardy explained that the changing ADU
requirements and information can be found on the city website and is updated regularly.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to introduce
Ordinance No. CS-427. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
15. CONSIDER THE TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACCEPT THE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-21 GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN MONITORING REPORT – Hold a public
hearing to: 1) Review and consider the Traffic and Mobility Commission’s recommendation
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to adopt a resolution determining two street facilities to be deficient because they do not
meet the vehicular level of service standard established in the city’s Citywide Facilities and
Improvements Plan, in accordance with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 21.90.130(c); and
2) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-172 accepting the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Growth
Management Plan Monitoring Report; and
3) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-173 determining two street facilities to be deficient
according to the Growth Management Plan Vehicular Level of Service Standard as described
in the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Annual Monitoring Report; and
4) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-174 exempting Street Facilities from the Growth
Management Plan Vehicular Level of Service Standard, pursuant to Mobility 3-P.9, thereby
refocusing planning efforts at these Street Facilities to Transportation Demand Management
Strategies to reduce overall trip generation, and adoption of CEQA findings. (Staff contact:
Tom Frank, Public Works and Eric Lardy, Community Development)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, and adopt the
resolutions.
City Planner Eric Lardy and Transportation Planning & Mobility Manager Nathan Schmidt
presented the report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City
Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:41 p.m.
Traffic & Mobility Commissioner Steven Linke presented a report and reviewed a PowerPoint
presentation on behalf of the Traffic & Mobility Commission (on file in the Office of the City
Clerk).
Assistant City Attorney Cindie McMahon explained that the subject of Multi Modal Level of
Service (MMLOS) in Commissioner Linke’s presentation cannot be voted on as it was not
agendized.
Hearing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at
6:54 p.m.
In response to Council Member Acosta’s inquiry, staff recognized the importance of updating
their methodology for Multi Modal Level of Service while balancing with GMP monitoring.
In response to Mayor Hall’s inquiry, Transportation Director Tom Frank explained that there
is not a monitoring program to check the cut-through traffic that results as a factor of
congestion on the I-5 and 78 corridors and that conversations continue with CALTRANS and
SANDAG on their planning efforts.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution Nos. 2022-172, 2022-173 and 2022-174. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
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DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
This item was heard before Item No. 1.
16. LIBRARY COURTYARD NAMING OPPORTUNITY – Adoption of a resolution approving the
honorary naming of the courtyard at the Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane as the Ann
Kulchin Courtyard. (Staff contact: Suzanne Smithson, Library & Cultural Arts)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolution.
17. CONSIDERATION OF REFUNDING OF OUTSTANDING BONDS FOR REASSESSMENT DISTRICT
NO. 2012-1 – 1) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-176 declaring the intention to establish
Reassessment District No. 2022-1 and levy reassessments and to issue refunding bonds; and
2) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-177 adopting a reassessment report, confirming the
ordering the reassessment by summary proceedings and authorizing and directing related
actions; and
3) Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-178 authorizing the issuance of refunding bonds, and
approving and authorizing related documents and actions. (Staff contact: Laura Rocha and
Zach Korach, Administrative Services Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolutions.
Finance Director Zach Korach presented the report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation
(on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution Nos. 2022-176, 2022-177 and 2022-178. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
18. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT OF ONE MEMBER TO THE HOUSING COMMISSION – Adoption of
Resolution No. 2022-179 appointing one member to the Housing Commission. (Staff contact:
Tammy McMinn, City Clerk’s Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolution.
Michael Ydigoras spoke to his qualifications and interest in being appointed to the Housing
Commission.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-179 appointing Michael Ydigoras to the Housing Commission. Motion
carried, 4/0/1 (Norby – Absent).
19. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT OF ONE MEMBER TO THE SENIOR COMMISSION – Adoption of
Resolution No. 2022-180 appointing one member to the Senior Commission. (Staff contact:
Tammy McMinn, City Clerk’s Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolution.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Blackburn, seconded by Council Member Bhat-Patel, to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-180 appointing Shelly Sander to the Senior Commission. Motion carried,
4/0/1 (Norby -Absent).
COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS: Mayor Hall and the City Council Members reported on
activities and meetings of some committees and subcommittees of which they are members.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: This section of the Agenda is designated for announcements to advise the
community regarding events that Members of the City Council have been invited to, and may
participate in.
Thursday, July 14, 2022 - 2 • 4 p.m.
City of Carlsbad Police Dept. Promotions Ceremony
Safety Training Center
5750 Orion St.
Carlsbad, CA
Tuesday, July 26, 2022 - 3 p.m.
2021 Carlsbad Citizens of the Year Ceremony
City of Carlsbad Council Chamber
1200 Carlsbad Village Dr.
Carlsbad, CA
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: City Manager Chadwick congratulated City Attorney McMahon
and thanked the City Council for appointing her.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: City Attorney McMahon thanked everyone.
CITY CLERK COMMENTS: City Clerk Services Manager Faviola Medina congratulated City
Attorney McMahon
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Hall adjourned the duly noticed meeting at 7:31 p.m.
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Tamara R. McMinn, CPMC, CMC
Senior Deputy City Clerk