REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, December 07, 2021 at 5:00 P.m. - 6:00 P.m.

Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA

Present:

• Councilmember Cardenas, 
• Councilmember Galvez, 
• Councilmember Padilla, 
• and Mayor Casillas Salas

Absent:

• Deputy Mayor McCann

Also Present:

• City Manager Kachadoorian, 
• City Attorney Googins, 
• City Clerk Bigelow, 
• and Assistant City Clerk Turner

The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda items may be taken out of order during the meeting.

The agenda items were considered in the order presented.

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:23 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.

2.

ROLL CALL

City Clerk Bigelow called the roll.

3.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

Councilmember Cardenas led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mayor Casillas Salas held a moment of silence honoring the victims of Pearl Harbor.

4.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

4.1

Presentation of a Proclamation to Chula Vista Fire Department Deputy Chief Chris Scott on 38 Years of Service to the City of Chula Vista

Mayor Casillas Salas read the proclamation and Councilmember Galvez presented it to Deputy Chief Scott.

4.2

Report and Presentation on the Results of Beautify Chula Vista 2021 by Recycling Specialist Victor Sanchez

Recycling Specialist Sanchez gave a presentation on the item.

5.

CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.13)

City Attorney Googins announced that a revised resolution and staff report for Item 5.8 had been distributed to the Council, and that action on the item would be with respect to the revised document.

• Moved by Councilmember Galvez
  Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas

  To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 5.1 through 5.13.  The headings below were read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:

  Yes (4)

  Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas

  Result, Carried (4 to 0)

5.1

Approval of Meeting Minutes

• Approve the minutes dated May 25, 2021.

5.2

Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances

Jason Taylor

Previous comment submitted here was meant for a different topic. Sorry

Jason Taylor

I oppose the new proposed Airbnb ordinance because it punishes all hosts. Some of the reasons the ordinance was proposed is just not true. I own a residence and host an Airbnb in the neighborhood where I grew up. My wife and I take pride in keeping up our home and having good relationships with our neighbors. We have a list of house rules that a tenant has to agree to before renting our airbnb. In addition, we have obtained a permit through the city of Chula Vista and we pay our monthly taxes. I feel that Chula Vista is automatically piggybacking off of San Diego’s ordinance that punishes all airbnb hosts instead focusing on the problematic residences. I believe Chula Vista should evaluate the overall impact (positive and negative) San Diego’s ordinance has had and strongly consider focusing on problematic hosts only.

• Approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.

5.3

Consideration of Request for Excused Absences

• No request were received at that meeting. 

5.4

Funding Application: Authorize Submittal of Applications to CalRecycle's Recycling Payment Program

• Adopt a resolution authorizing submittal of applications to receive funding from CalRecycle’s Recycling Payment Program.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-214 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATIONS FOR CALRECYCLE'S BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING PAYMENT PROGRAM AND RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS FOR UP TO FIVE YEARS

  
  

5.5

Right-of-Way Designation: Designating and Setting Aside Certain City-Owned Real Property Known as Shinohara Lane as Right-of-Way for Public Streets and Public Utility Purposes

• Adopt a resolution designating and setting aside certain city-owned real property known as Shinohara Lane as right-of-way for public streets and public utility purposes.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-215 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DESIGNATING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS SHINOHARA LANE AS RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PUBLIC STREET AND PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES

  
  

5.6

Memorandum of Understanding: MOU Between the City of Chula Vista, City of San Diego and Tri Pointe Homes Regarding Processing Expectations Related to Entitlement Review and Future Annexation for the Nakano Project

• Adopt a resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for the development and future annexation of the Nakano Property.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-216 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO, CITY OF CHULA VISTA, AND TRI POINTE HOMES REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT AND FUTURE ANNEXATION OF THE NAKANO PROPERTY

  
  

5.7

Summary Vacation of Irrevocable Offer of Dedication: Consider Ordering the Summary Vacation of an Irrevocable Offer of Dedication for Open Space and other Public Purposes in the Area of Otay Ranch Village 3 North

• Adopt a resolution ordering the Summary Vacation of an Irrevocable Offer of Dedication for Open Space and other public purposes of Lots “D” and “E” per Final Map 16160, Chula Vista Tract No. 16-02, Otay Ranch Village 3 North.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-217 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF AN IRREVOCABLE OFFER OF DEDICATION FOR OPEN SPACE AND OTHER PUBLIC PURPOSES OF LOTS “D” AND “E” PER FINAL MAP 16160, CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 16-02, OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 3 NORTH

  
  

5.8

Grant Application Approval: Approve Applications for Per Capita Funds for Park Improvements

• Adopt a resolution approving the submission of grant applications for Per Capita Grant Funding and authorizing execution of grant agreements for improvements at Rancho Del Rey Park and Rohr Park.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-218 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENTS FOR PER CAPITA GRANT FUNDS, AND AUTHORIZING AN APPROPRIATION THERFOR

  
  

5.9

Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept Hazard Mitigation Grant Funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agency for the Chula Vista Wildland Urban Interface Vegetation Management Mitigation Project

• Adopt a resolution accepting $2,377,205 in Hazard Mitigation Grant funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, designating the City’s agents, amending the Fiscal Year 2021/22 CIP Program Budget by establishing a new CIP Project, and appropriating funds for that purpose. 

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-219 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM THROUGH THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR THE CHULA VISTA WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT MITIGATION PROJECT, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 CIP PROGRAM BUDGET BY ESTABLISHING A NEW CIP PROJECT, “CHULA VISTA WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT” AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

  
  

5.10

Contract Award: Approve the Contracts for City-Initiated Tow and Impound Services, and Amendments to the Tow and Storage Rate Schedule and Tow License Fee

Rodney L. Solenberger, LLM

I submit this comment as counsel for American Towing. We urge the City Council to adopt all actions recommended under Agenda item 5.10. American Towing looks forward to continuing its relationship with Chula Vista as a towing and impound service provider for the Police Department.

Rodney L. Solenberger, submitted written communications in support of the item. 

• Adopt resolution A) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city-initiated tows between the city and A to Z Enterprises, Inc. dba Roadone, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; B) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city-initiated tows between the city and Alexandra Services, Inc., dba Angelo's Towing & Recovery, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; C) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city-initiated tows between the city and Amber Lynn, Inc., dba ASAP Towing, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; D) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city-initiated tows between the city and American Towing & Auto Dismantling, Inc., dba American Towing, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; E) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city-initiated tows between the city and Angie's Towing, Inc., dba Quality Towing and Recovery, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; F) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city initiated tows between the city and Cortes Towing Enterprises, Inc., dba Cortes Towing, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; G) approving a contractor services agreement to provide vehicle tow and impound services for city initiated tows between the city and Tony's Auto Center, Inc. dba Tony's Auto Center, and authorizing up to four additional one-year extensions; and H) amending the city-initiated tow and storage rate schedule and the tow license fee.

   

  A) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-220 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND A TO Z ENTERPRISES, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS ROADONE, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

   

  B) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-221 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND ALEXANDRA SERVICES, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS ANGELO’S TOWING & RECOVERY, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

  C) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-222 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND AMBER LYNN, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS ASAP TOWING, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

   

  D) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-223 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND AMERICAN TOWING & AUTO DISMANTLING, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS AMERICAN TOWING, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

   

  E) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-224 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND ANGIE’S TOWING, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS QUALITY TOWING AND RECOVERY, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

  F) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-225 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND CORTES TOWING ENTERPRISES, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS CORTES TOWING, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

   

  G) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-226 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE VEHICLE TOW AND IMPOUND SERVICES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS BETWEEN THE CITY AND TONY’S AUTO CENTER, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS TONY’S AUTO CENTER, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER TO APPROVE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS

   

  H) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-227 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE CITY-INITIATED TOW AND STORAGE RATE SCHEDULE AND THE TOW LICENSE FEE

   

   

   

  
  

5.11

Approve Agreement: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Spending Plan Amendment and Subrecipient Agreement with Alpha Project

• Adopt a resolution (1) amending the American Rescue Plan Act Spending Plan, (2) waiving competitive bidding requirements and approving a subrecipient 2-party agreement with Alpha Project, and (3) reallocating funds for that purpose.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-228 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT SPENDING PLAN; WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ALPHA PROJECT; AND REALLOCATING FUNDS THEREFOR

  
  

5.12

Purchase Award: Accept Proposal from Forensic Technology Inc. for Forensic Ballistics and Firearms Identification Technology

• Adopt a resolution waiving the competitive bidding requirements and accepting a proposal from Forensic Technology Inc. for Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS).

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-229 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM FORENSIC TECHNOLOGY INC. FOR THE INTEGRATED BALLISTICS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

  
  

5.13

City Board, Commission, and Committee Terms: Accept the Local Appointments List of Terms Expiring in 2022

• Adopt a resolution accepting the 2022 Local Appointments List for board, commission, and committee terms expiring in calendar year 2022.

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-230 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING THE 2022 LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST FOR BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE TERMS EXPIRING IN CALENDAR YEAR 2022

   

  
  

6.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Courtney Smith

I oppose the original ordinance, but support the modified ordinance because my family depends on their short-term rental income.

Daniel P.

Many have used Airbnb as a investment vehicle for retirement. This would have a detrimental impact on many of the older residence in Chula Vista.

6.1

Public Comments Received for 12/7/2021

Connie Huynh Fife

My name is Connie Huynh Fife. I grew up in Chula Vista – graduated from Eastlake High School and then went on to pursue my undergraduate and graduate degree from Stanford University. I studied Public Policy and focused on Urban Policy with the goal of returning home to Chula Vista and working with the City. My goal became a reality in 2016 when I was offered a position with the City. I even purchased a home in Chula Vista in 2017 – so it is safe to say that I love this City. It saddens me though, that I feel like management is not listening to the many facts my peers are sharing during MMPR negotiations. The fact that I want to highlight is that I recently received two letters in the mail with proposed increases to my sewer and trash bills. The new increase in rates are as follows: Sewer: 4.5% in 2022, 5% in 2023, 5% in 2024 and 5% in 2025 Trash: 15.18% increase in 2022 These numbers do not lie. The City obviously is seeing the effects of inflation and are passing the costs on to the residents. So I ask you Honorable Mayor & Council… Why is a 4%/4%/4% COLA adjustment so hard to accept? In fact, even these COLA adjustments aren't enough to keep up with inflation. I appreciate you taking the time to read my comment and I really hope you consider this when discussing all negotiation proposals. I would hate to see the City lose good talent because they chose not to assist employees keep up with the rising costs of everything.

Francisco X. Rivera

6% inflation this year and expected into next year, it has come as no surprise that more than half of our members are below even the median market rate for their position. We need to stay competitive with market rate wages so that we can retain the employees that have been expensive to train, know the city & continue to provide excellent service to our world class community. Employee morale is low when during difficult times minimal wage increases are offered, but now that we have stabilized the budget, now is the time to work with us and keep us competitive in the market for the next 3 years, not just this fiscal year. If not now, when? Thanks' style='font-weight: normal; width:100%;' >Honorable Mayor & City Council, This evening, I want to bring to your attention that as Vice-President of the Chula Vista Mid-Managers Professional Group, we have been negotiating for a new MOU contract since early this calendar year & without a contract since July 1st. Over the 9-months of negotiations, we have diligently strived to negotiate a fair wage for our represented employees of approximately 70 positions. Throughout the recent past few MOU's, we have understood the city's fiscal situation & have contributed in any way possible to stay fiscally solvent while at the same time assist in bringing in any additional revenue that we could. MMPR even gave up 2 decent negotiated salary increases when the economy was bad. Typical annual salary increases are usually minimal and definitely less than inflation. Consequently with >6% inflation this year and expected into next year, it has come as no surprise that more than half of our members are below even the median market rate for their position. We need to stay competitive with market rate wages so that we can retain the employees that have been expensive to train, know the city & continue to provide excellent service to our world class community. Employee morale is low when during difficult times minimal wage increases are offered, but now that we have stabilized the budget, now is the time to work with us and keep us competitive in the market for the next 3 years, not just this fiscal year. If not now, when? Thanks

Lori Sandoval

I oppose the old/original proposal regarding short term rentals. Our small short term rentals add to the City’s coffers with the TOT, and there are so few of us in Chula Vista, we don’t create competition with hotels.

Rudy Ramirez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding Acadia Psychiatric Hospital. 

Cathy Lawless, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition to accessory dwelling units. 

The following representatives of SEIU spoke regarding Chula Vista Mid Managers Professional Association MM/PR negotiations:

• Frank Rivera
• Sylvia Cosio
• Mike Jensen
• Cheryl Goodard

The following members of the public submitted written documentation regarding Mid Managers Professional Association MM/PR negotiations.

• Connie Huynh Fife
• Francisco X. Rivera

7.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7.1

Redistricting: Consideration of the Redistricting Commission’s Recommended Redistricting Plan and Action to Approve as the City’s Final Redistricting Plan or Disapprove the Plan and Refer Back to the Redistricting Commission for Final Action

Pamela Buchan

I have comments to submit to the public hearing this evening on Item 7.1 Redistricting map. I found out this weekend the formal recommendation includes removing what is being called the "Oleander Corridor" from District 3 to District 4. I live within the boundary of the Oleander Corridor and disagree with the Redistricting Commission's findings regarding their assertion that relocating the Oleander area to District 3 will reunite the neighborhoods separated in the past by construction of I-805. The freeway right of way and freeway construction occurred about 50 years ago. The Oleander Corridor has existed as part of the neighborhoods and community on the east side of I-805 since almost all of those homes were constructed. As a property owner and a 45 yr. resident of the "Oleander Corridor" I am appealing to Mayor and Council members not to relocate the Oleander Corridor to District 4 which will create an "Oleander corridor orphan" displaced from District 3. Also, how is it that the City of Chula Vista did not provide official notice by mail to the affected property owners and residents that their local voting district was under consideration to be changed?

Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and no earlier than the specified in the notice. 

2020 Redistricting Commission Chair Hurtado and Dr. Justin Levitt, representing National Demographics Corporation, gave a presentation on the item and responded to questions of the Council.

Mayor Casillas Salas opened the public hearing.

Pamela Buchan submitted written correspondence in opposition to the Commission's recommendation.

There being no members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor Casillas Salas closed the public hearing.

• Moved by Councilmember Galvez
  Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas

  To adopt Resolution No. 2021-231, heading read, text waived. The motion carried by the following vote:

  Yes (4)

  Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas

  Result, Carried (4 to 0)

  RESOLUTION NO. 2021-231 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REDISTRICTING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDED REDISTRICTING PLAN AS THE CITY’S FINAL DISTRICTING PLAN

  
  

7.2

Planning Commission Appeal: Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for a 120-Bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital in the Eastlake II Planned Community, known as Eastlake Behavioral Health Hospital

Mayor Casillas Salas announced that, at the request of the appellant, the item would be continued to the January 11, 2022 meeting. 

8.

ACTION ITEMS

8.1

Contract Amendment: Consider Approving the Third Amendment to the Real Property Purchase and Sale Agreement with Tecture Red, LLC for 224 Third Avenue

Mayor Casillas Salas stated she would abstain from voting on Item 8.1 due to a potential property-related conflict of interest.  She left the dais during the discussion and voting on the item. 

Special Projects Manager Evans and Slade Fischer, representing Tecture Red Investment, gave a presentation on the item and responded to questions of the Council. 

Council discussion ensued. 

There was a consensus of the Council to refer the item back to staff to consider the issues related to granting an extension for the submittal of financing and construction documents and reconsider the item at the December 14, 2022 Council meeting. 

Mayor Casillas Salas recessed the meeting at 7:05 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:12 p.m., with all members present, except Deputy Mayor McCann.

 

8.2

Short-Term Rentals: Consideration of Adopting a Short-Term Rental Ordinance, Adopting Related Permit Fees, and Adding Enforcement Staffing

Douglas Morris, CPA

I stand in opposition to the original ordinance and in support of the modified ordinance. Short-term rentals attract tourists that bring income to property owners and local businesses as well as tax revenue for the state and county. Vacant properties drive down home values and have the opposite effect. By modifying the ordinance to allow for one permit for local residents, you also incentivize property ownership specifically for locals, effectively allowing locals to retain the income generated.

Isaac soria

I support the alternative ordinance, except all ADU’s owners should have the same right regardless of what year they were built or will be built. As Chula Vista residents we all have the same right, now & in the future Thank you

Jason Taylor

I host an Airbnb and live at the residence where I run it. I also grew up in the neighborhood and own my home. I take pride in keeping up my home and having a good relationship with my neighbors. I have also followed all rules by obtaining a permit for my Airbnb and I pay monthly taxes. It falls on the Airbnb host to run their rental with fair rules and having due respect for their neighbors. You should look into an ordinance that focuses on the problematic Airbnb rentals instead of grouping all hosts in the same category.

Jason Taylor

This ordinance punishes all hosts and does not focus on problematic ones

Alex

As a business owner in Chula Vista focused on the growth of our community and our economy, it’s important to take into consideration how different styles of businesses support one another. For example, the owner of a gas station and the owner of a auto repair shop share a particular clientele and benefit indirectly from each other’s success. Short term rental operations in Chula Vista not only only add value to the city as a destination for tourism, but in my experience, they help drive more foot traffic and business through direct referrals to the area where my business is located. 3rd Ave was hit hard by the pandemic and benefits greatly by being on the list of “things to do” in these short term rentals. Once again, a clear interest in the recovery and growth of our local economy obviously leads me to oppose any motion making it complicated or ultimately impossible for these short term rental businesses to operate. Please allow those who have the courage to operate a business in the service of others, using their own resources, to continue their attempt at surviving the blows of the pandemic and directly contributing to neighboring businesses that rely on attracting more people. Thank you.

Lex A Velarde

I have been living in Chula Vista for more than 30 years and I love my city. I am a real estate agent and I know first hand how difficult is to buy a property. Short term rental it's not the cause of increased price of properties. On the contrary because we have that option people can rent a room and make that extra income to help themselves with the high mortgage payment. Don't take away the opportunity that families have to make some extra income on top of that it stimulates tourism which helps our local businesses. There are many benefits from STR. The city should work on different projects to help with the shortage of housing but taking away the opportunity to make extra income from families shouldn't be an option. I hope the city can work something out where families, the community, and the City can benefit from it

Peggy

I am a frequent traveler and often stay at Airbnbs since Hotels are simply out of my price range. Hosts have always treated me like their own family and that's something you cant get if you are staying at a hotel unless you are blowing away your month's salary for a few nights stay. Let's work together and make sure the Airbnbs are staying around.

Ari

Opposing to the original & supporting the modified. There isn't a real issue with such small population of hard working hosts who are trying to make a living in times like this. Chula Vista will be heading backwards and devolve if they ban vacation rentals here.

NN

Local vacation rentals have helped our community and neighborhoods thrive. Many are benefiting from them day to day. I oppose to the original one and support the modified ordinance.

Farid

I oppose the original ordinance and support the modified version.

Katie

Access to the coast is threatened by rising costs. A 2017 study found that 62% of California families felt that a visit to the coast is simply too expensive (Christensen & King 2017, 3). These families are primarily concerned with the high costs of parking and lodging along the coast, a problem which is especially concerning for minority residents and residents of inland counties (Christensen & King 2017, 3). The high cost of a coastal visit can mean that middle- and low-income families cannot afford coastal access at all. STRs make is possible for those to access our coastal communities. An example of a break down when only hotels are available to travelers: Hotel Stay for a family of 4 for a week in San Diego $400 night + resort fee, and parking fees= $500 x 7= $3500 (does not include taxes) Pet hotel/pet sitter, $40x7= $280 3 meals out ($100-200)x 7 days= $700-$1400 No reheating your left overs without a microwave! Only a mini fridge available This vacation at a hotel would cost $4500-5200 Most middle class families could not be able to afford this- that is their entire paycheck for a month! STRs create affordable travel and give individuals access to the coast. City Council and Mayor Salas- I urge you to consider and adopt the Alternative Ordinance!

Terry Manges

After over a year of study and development the Council will consider it's staff recommendations for an ordinance regulating Short-Term Rentals (STRs). Although some characterize the proposal as a 'ban' on STRs, it is not. The ordinance establishes long overdue regulatory oversight on the operation of STRs while allowing homeowners to rent their homes on a short term basis, subject to certain restrictions. The proposed ordinance, however, restricts the issuance of STR permits to Chula Vista homeowners who wish to rent their primary residence as an STR. This restriction is necessary to prevent the proliferation of STRs operated by investors who wish to profit from the operation of this type of commercial enterprise in the midst of a community neighborhood. The overwhelming majority of Chula Vista residents oppose the operation of STRs in their neighborhoods. STRs, no matter how well managed, introduce a number of well documented conditions that detract from the neighborhood character of the affected communities. Those who oppose the proposed ordinance are primarily investors who purchase a house for the purpose of renting it throughout the year on a day-to-day basis like a hotel ... also opposed are the special interests such as Airbnb type platforms who profit from advertising and brokering the rental of STRs. The well organized opposition to the proposed ordinance is not consistent with the interests of most Chula Vista residents. Please approve the proposed ordinance.

Adrian Duarte

Sent comments earlier but forgot to choose my position. My apologies. Strongly oppose for the fact that Air BnB's support local economy and is good for our growing Chula Vista community as well as Air BnB owners to support their families.

Adrian Duarte

I have been a Chula Vista resident over 30 years and owned my home in the Hilltop area for over 15 years and have rented a studio with two Air BnB's on the property. In all my time at this resident, I never had any issues with any of the Air BnB guest. If anything, they have all be very nice (mostly out of state) and I have offered them to tour downtown Chula Vista and visit the breweries and restaurants as well as the Bay Front. Many have appreciated my suggestions for doing things in San Diego but also keeping them local (walking distance to downtown Chula Vista). I work in the Healthcare industry and know that this pandemic has been extremely challenging for many families to make ends meet and the Air BnB avenue has been that source of major income for many of the Air BnB owners. My experience with the local Chula Vista Air BnB homes have been nothing but exceptional with any issues that I have had and the local owners being easily available sine they lived local themselves. Again, nothing but positive for everyone (owners, local business).

Karla garcia

Airbnb is ver convenient for my family. I LOVE TO STAY in a houses where we can have quality bonding time and tons of memories to remember.

Breanna Frazier

I believe allowing short term rentals will bring more tourists to downtown Chula Vista to support the local businesses. I am a home owner here and I want to allow Airbnb and vacation rentals to bring in revenue to improve the city of Chula Vista.

Lauri

I lived next to a short term rental for a couple years. At first there were one or two problems, but then it seemed like they were sort of figuring it out. After that, no problems at all. I think it's good to have strict rules, but I would not have have wanted them to go out of business. They actually sold their home and left the state because of cost of living. I spoke to a nice man about his own place, and I just felt like I wanted to say I hope the city is fair here. The bad ones have to go, but don't punish locals.

Guillermo González

I support the ALTERNATIVE ordinance

Elizabeth Cook

I oppose the original, and I support the revised version.

Andrew d

City council please pass this. We need rules and laws for bad and irresponsible host.

carlos magana

my friend owns an str and hes horrible, but the money is awesome for him. Sucks for his neighbors.

Jake alebie

Great ordinance

Juan zapata

Irrisponsible host will be denied permit with this ordinance. great !!

pablo zambio

I agree with either ordinance.

alfonso

My neighbor does str and i lost my peace of mind in my home 2 years ago.

Jeff

I supporty this ordinance.

Sofia

Its been a living hell, living next to a str for 2 years now. I agree with both ordnances.

steven

finally an ordinance to this nightmare.

Kyle Merritt

I oppose the original ordinance. I do however, support the modified ordinance allowing a single permit per local resident.

Concerned professional

As written, the original ordinance lacks vision and ought to be opposed. The modified version allows for sensible and sustained usage

Shellie Duarte

Dear Council Members. Having Short Term rentals are great for the community, as long as there are rules in place that protect the home owners and to keep the bad guys out. I support the modified ordinance in place. Don't punish the owners that are playing by the rules and who are just trying to make a living to support there families. Thank you

Kyla J. Polee

As a traveling professional I often rely on short term rentals. While on the go, I need quiet acres to school and work. I find short term rentals are extremely convenient and more conducive than the typical hotel while working.

Guy East

I support a modified ordinance for short-term rentals in Chula Vista. The regulations being proposed in the MODIFIED ordinance is welcome but the original ordinance is too restrictive and would cripple the Chula Vista economy.

Tangerine Skantz

Dear Mayor Salas and council members, I support the MODIFIED ordinance, I agree that there are regulations that have to be put in place to make sure irresponsible hosts cannot operate. We care deeply about our neighbors, we make sure they have our phone number, live a couple blocks away and can be in sight within minutes. I lost my business as a casualty of the pandemic and currently my Airbnb is my only source of income, it would be devastating to me and my family to lose that income. Considering the uncertainty of the times we are living in it would seem very counterproductive to remove income from hardworking families without giving regulations and rules a chance first. Sincerely Tangerine Skantz

Sarah Dao

I support the modified ordinance. The main concern with STR stems from irresponsible owners. The modified ordinance should help with that. It will allow the responsible owners to continue to bring business and tourism to the city of Chula Vista. It also provides jobs for the locals and allow income for the renters.

William B Cook

I oppose the originally proposed ordinance and support the modified ordinance. I look forward to a more regulated and fair means to host a short term rental that conforms with the city and co-exists with neighbors. The originally proposed ordinance functions as an all-out ban of STR's for most hosts. Our guests eat, shop, and explore Chula Vista attractions while visiting, pumping money into the local economy. We can give Chula vista what the Bayfront resort cannot- affordability, distribution of tourism wealth, and locally regulated businesses owned by Chula Vista residents.

Andrew Moyers

I oppose the original ordinace but support the alternative that allows a resident to have one permite because of rental need in Chula Vista

O Correa

STRs provide flexibility when visiting a city, especially Chula Vista as a San Diego suburb. Reconsider the defacto ban against them, even if it means stricter guidelines and regulations to have them running.

David V

I oppose the original ordinance but support a MODIFIED ordinance that allows a local resident to operate 1 location. Short term rentals help with revenue stream into local businesses and restaurants.

Carolina Marroquin

I would like to voice my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an Alternate ordinance. I think if we work together & think of all people involved who this ordinance will affect negatively , I believe we can find a fair & just alternative that takes everyone into consideration not just a few. Local airbnb rentals have helped our neighborhoods thrive. And brought tourist/workers to an area that normally would not have been considered. Please do not adopt an ordinance that would limit rentals to 90 days . Too many businesses have closed, please do not contribute to that by adopting this ordinance. Help us find a just and fair alternative

Melissa Campbell

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I am a vendor for many of these vacation rentals. I also co host and a community member within Chula Vista. I help operate a short term rental as a means of my income to support my family. The short term rentals I do host provide support to local businesses and restaurants located here in Chula Vista. I implore you to consider a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on my STR at 90 days. We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well

Adrian Tapia

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I am a vendor for many of these vacation rentals. I also co host and a community member within Chula Vista. I help operate a short term rental as a means of my income to support my family. The short term rentals I do host provide support to local businesses and restaurants located here in Chula Vista. I implore you to consider a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on my STR at 90 days. We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well

Rafael Morales

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I am a vendor for many of these vacation rentals. I also co host and a community member within Chula Vista. I help operate a short term rental as a means of my income to support my family. The short term rentals I do host provide support to local businesses and restaurants located here in Chula Vista. I implore you to consider a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on my STR at 90 days. We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well

Alejandro Diaz

Both of these ordinances give the city and responsible hosts the ability to make sure common sense rules are followed. The modified ordinance is the same, but allows for a resident only in Chula Vista to have *one* permit. This is the compromise discussed with the city and I support it. It stops an excess of rentals, but allows families trying to earn income to offset the hard times we've all had, a way to provide for our families. The modified ordinance limits groups to 10, forbids parties or "events", and has parking requirements that limit the amount of vehicles on street. Good hosts support these measures. If we don't pass the modified ordinance, there could be lawsuits wasting the city resources and, and not providing you with the relief you deserve. I support the modified ordinance.

Andres Rodriguez

I oppose the current ordinance being proposed and support an alternative ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I operate a short-term rental as a means of my income to support my family. The city needs to work together to find a compromise that is fair and works for everyone.

Kacey Vu

I run a restaurant on Third Ave. We receive people that are coming to visit or work from local Airbnb's. They come for lunch and discover us and others on third. We know the owners send them, and we appreciate that. It seems like the compromise, gives locals a leg up, and also allows for neighbors living near party houses, to be able to go after the bad owners. I think that is fair. Getting money for CV and our business instead of it just always going to San Diego is important to me.

Gilda

Hello City Council Members, My name is Gilda and I am a long term renter on a property that also provides Short Term Rentals to tourists and others in our community. The host, also my landlord, run the STR well, and there has been no issues since I have lived there. The owners take great pride in the property, take good care of it, and have invested into their property. I also use STR as a way to travel, as hotels are costly and do not allow for affordable travel. Please do not create a defacto ban on STRs at 90 days, allow for people to access Chula Vista and do it affordably!

John Fischer

We don’t need more administrative fees and bureaucratic processes, infrastructure etc to govern how people use their personal property. I would support alternative proposal.

Jon D

I can understand certainly the need for regulation, but I would like to see CV residents be able to support local businesses in their own community by hosting short term paying guests at a property they own for as long as they wish. I like seeing that new people and new money are coming to CV. Short term visitors add diversity to conversations and coin to the coffers. I might add also that unlimited short term visitors equates to unlimited incentive to maintain properties to a higher standard (without the need for external enforcement). If you don't want deriliction, you don't want short term rental limitation! I support the alternative ordinance 100%. The original limits opportunity for the owner, of course, but it also limits opportunity for the whole community.

Carlos Gonzales

Allow the one that says people can have one rental. Its not fair to have hotels and big companies keep a person who lived here their hole life from having one property to run if they do it good and are peopl that respect the others around them and know them

David Edwards

The modified ordinance should be passed. I see no reason why a company from Michigan that has tiny homes near the water, should be allowed to short term rent in Chula Vista, but a local family with one property should be forbidden from doing so. That smells fishy, and isn't something I can support. The alternative and original both provide neighbors living next to a party house the right tools to be able to enforce good neighbor rules, and shut them down if it comes to that. This is important. My nephew locally relies on this type of rental for income. It has helped a great deal through covid. I would be very disappointed if our elected officials did not see this as a fair compromise.

Mike Quinn

I am a local plumber in this neighborhood since I was a small child working with my father. I support locals being able to have one place they can rent out through airbnb. That will keep it local, and not let large corps come in. I work on many of these homes, and most of the time it is a property that has been neglected for quite some time, and the owners slowly invest more and more to get the property to where it should be. Its not some wealthy person with tons of resources. Its a young couple or minority female looking to find a way to make sense of the prices in southern California. I don't want to shut them down. We just came out of covid, and may have more yet to come.

Todd Jacobs

I support the ALTERNATIVE reading. As a real estate appraiser, the fears about housing stock, home prices, and rent increases are severely overblown. For a place with the volume of even 4 times what Chula Vista has, it doesn't move the needle on any of those things. This isn't Venice Beach, Pacific Beach, or a tourist specific destination. Local residents being allowed to have one permit, seems like a completely reasonable compromise from a defacto ban. The neighbors near the bad guys need help, lets pass the ordinance that is fair to everyone, and go after the bad guys with gusto.

Joachim Gratton

I support the MODIFIED proposal. I run a local business in food and beverage, and we constantly meet new families and friends visiting our city, that normally would simply stay and spend their money in San Diego. It appears both ordinances contain language that punishes bad actors and improper behavior. So the only differnece would be a ban affecting local residents. That doesn't seem fair to the locals. We need the economic boost and the tourist money normally flowing to SD, but instead coming here, is key. With the people visiting I have met, its clear they discover something great about our city, and then prefer us to travelling and spending in SD. Keep that going.

Ashlyn Mesa

I am in support of the new modified ordinance.

Carey Hazelton

I support the modified ordinance.

Crystal Guerrero

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I am a responsible airbnb host like the vast majority of hosts in Chula Vista. Please do not adopt this bill restricting rentals to 90days per year. As it would effectively cut off our income. As many of us rely on this income to pay our bills & feed our family even more so during these trying times. Our rentals have helped many others in addition to ourselves. Many contractors, cleaners, our local grocery stores, mom & pop coffee shops & restaurants locally owned & operated. Cutting off our source of income would not only affect us but the many others our rentals have helped sustain during these already trying times. Please do not punish the many responsible host for the acts of a few. Thank you for your time & consideration to this very crucial ordinance.

Lillyan Gonzalez

I oppose The original ordinance, however I do support the modified ordinance, that allows one permit to a local family supporting themselves this way! I think that this allows families with a budget to not only help other families but it helps support local businesses too

Jeffrey Markee

I oppose the ban as written but am in support of a modified ordinance if it allows a LOCAL resident at least ONE permit. This option needs to be open for local homeowners

Isabelle Merritt

I oppose the short term rental ban, but would support a modified ordinance allowing 1 single permit per local resident. STR can be essential in aiding those who need an extra form of income or families trying to make a living. It also allows for less expensive travel, bringing in more tourism.

Gaetano Harris

I oppose the original agreement. The modified agreement is a good compromise that does not punish those that are doing right.

Luis Lopez

Good service and nice place.

Dominic McGhee

STRs provide a way for members of the community to maximize the opportunities their lives present. For example, it provides the flexibility for members of the community to own vacation homes outside of Chula Vista and subsidize the cost of doing so by renting out their primary home to people who may just want to rent in Chula Vista Short-term to see if it's a place they would like to move themselves and perhaps start a family.

David

I oppose the old ordinance 100%. I believe that the modified ordinance is in everyone’s best interest.

Angie Wehbe

I oppose short term rental restrictions in Chula Vista. Many families rely on Airbnb as their major source of income especially during this pandemic. If we enforce this 90-day restriction it will have a negative impact on the City of Chula Vista.

Brandon Cole

I support the modified ordinance. Local families rely on this as a main source of income to support higher living costs in San Diego with modest income increases of employment. With seemingly never ending covid challenges we should be supporting economic growth for our residence, not hindering with more restrictive policies.

Craig McClurg

I commented previously, but I thought of another point... Thanks for the opportunity to comment -- twice! If I understand it correctly, Chula Vista is seeking a $250 permit to operate an STR in the city, with renewals being $170. This is too much. Again, if I understand it correctly, the city estimates registering an STR would cost the city 1.5 hours of work... $250 for an hour and a half comes out to $167/hour -- yikes! I imagine that the fee would also be to offset other costs, but still... Wouldn't the taxes a typical STR bring in more than offset the costs involved? Let's say my STR brings in $20K in taxable rental. The Transient Occupancy Tax rate is a hefty 10%, so the city would already receive $2K. Are other businesses taxed at this rate? I'm assuming hotels are. Are other business licenses this expensive? I humbly suggest that any STR registration and enforcement costs come out of the taxes they generate. And while we're on the subject, why doesn't the city of Chula Vista work with Airbnb, VRBO and any other significant STR aggregator to auto-magically collect and pay the taxes? Remember when Apple introduced the iTunes Store? They made it so easy to pay for legal music downloads that the Napster/Limewire and other sources of pirated music dried up... Working with aggregators to automatically collect and pay taxes could allow Chula Vista to absolutely maximize STR operator compliance and receive all the taxes the city is due.

Clyde Skantz

I oppose a short term rental ban, but would support a modified ordinance allowing local residents to have a single permit per person. Thank you.

charles p sanders

I oppose the original and would support the modofied version. I think str should be allowed

charles p sanders

I oppose the original and would support the modofied version. I think str should be allowed

Jack Polee

My family and I love this community and hope to retire in SD one day .Stop the “Broad brush stroke “ approach to a nuanced problem that will take time ,coupled will small steps to make modifications to help more middle class residents than it hurts !!!

Tabitha Skantz

Hi there.. My family opposes the short term rental ban but supports the modified ordinance that allows a local resident to hold 1 permit per person. Thanks for your time. Tabitha skantz

Craig McClurg

I oppose over-regulation of short-term rentals in Chula Vista. Noise, nuisance, and occupancy laws are already on the books. Existing laws give Chula Vista the authority to deal with bad actors of any stripe, whether they be short-term renters, long term renters, or homeowners. STR properties are not a cause or significant contributor to housing shortages in our fair city. Limiting their number will not change a housing crisis. If we treat whole home STRs as a Chula Vista business, what other business is only allowed to operate 90 days per year? Would we ask the motel owners in the north west part of Chula Vista to only operate for a quarter each year? Of course not, it makes no sense, and it wouldn't solve the problems that those motels bring. Again, if we treat, STRs as a business, what other business can only be owned by a Chula Vista resident? What other business is limited to two operating locations? By my count McDonald's has seven restaurants within our boundaries. Will we ask them to close five? (Okay, so maybe they aren't all owned by the same corp, but you get my point, right?) I don't think these limitations actually address bad actors. More likely these limitations will put a cap on a citizen's ability to create prosperity for themselves and for Chula Vista. The benefits of STRs vastly outweigh the drawbacks, and those drawbacks can be managed with existing laws on the books.

Amy Davitian

I support a modification allowing Chula Vista Residents one short term rental permit. You have responsible Air BnB hosts that care about their neighbors and carefully follow all procedures, enabling revenue to flow to Chula Vista as visitors briefly experience a beautiful city we are proud of.

Brian benson

Good morning. My family opposes the short term rental ban but supports the modified ordinance that allows a local resident to hold 1 permit per person. Thanks for your time. Brian benson

Robert Morales

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. As a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. I operate a short term rental as a means of my income to support my family, as well as various individuals that provide services to my short term rental, including, but not limited to housekeepers, plumbers, other contractors, and yard maintenance workers. The short term rentals I operate provide support to local businesses and restaurants located here in Chula Vista. I implore you to consider a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on my STR at 90 days. It is very clear the economic impact that these rentals have on the local economy. We support many local businesses. Wether direct or indirect. We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well. The city needs to work together to find a compromise that is fair and works for everyone. To completely ban or limit us host is not the best interest of the city and it’s people. I am a huge proponent of regulation and enforcement. I agree we need to have a set of rules for host to follow, fines to impose when the rules are not followed, and an enforcement unit paid from licenses

Enrique I

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Agnes

I oppose the current ordinance but will support the modified 1 permit ordinance. Please let people earn a living.

Ivan

helps keep the economy running

Oscar B.

I think it’s good for the city as it creates employment opportunities, it provides additional options to tourists and it is cheaper. AirBnb has helped countries all over the world and Chula Vista City shoulda not be the exception.

Enrique N.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and help tourists afford visits to the US and Chula Vista to visit friends and family. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Isai Lopez

Responsible STR provide income to families, and help tourists afford visits to the US and Chula Vista to visit friends and family. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Joel V.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and help tourists afford visits to the US and Chula Vista to visit friends and family. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Diego O.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and help tourists afford visits to the US and Chula Vista to visit friends and family. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Mauricio O.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and help tourists afford visits to the US and Chula Vista to visit friends and family. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Antonio M.

I live next door to a STR, I know the owner and his family, they're hard workers and I have seen how much care they put into maintaining the home. We are thinking of doing the same as a means to obtain additional income in this very hard economy. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Heather S.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and it is a source of income for my family as well ( my husband works several restaurants such as Iron Side, Underbelly and Born and Raised). STR help keep tourism moving and help local and the greater SD area economy. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Carlos C.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and it is a source of income for my family as well ( I work for several restaurants such as Iron Side, Underbelly and Born and Raised). STR help keep tourism moving and help local and the greater SD area economy. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Angela

Responsible STR provide income to families, and it is a source of income for my family as well ( I do landscaping). I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Claudia R.

Responsible STR provide income to families, and it is a source of income for my family as well ( I help clean homes). I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Jaime R.

Responsible STR operators provide income to families, and it is a source of income for my family as well ( I am a general contractor/handyman). I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Monica Lopez

My brother is a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. He operates a short term rental as a means of income to support his family, my mother and my sister. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Ana Lopez

My brother is a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. He operates a short term rental as a means of income to support his family, my mother and my sister. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Claudia Lopez

My brother is a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. He operates a short term rental as a means of income to support his family, myself and our mother. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Monica Ferrer

My son is a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. He operates a short term rental as a means of income to support his family, myself and one of his sisters. I oppose to the current ordinance being proposed and support an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council.

Daniel Perez

many residents depend and have invested all their retirement into STR. Restricting these rentals would have a negative impact of many who depend on them for their livelihood.

Zkandia Beltran

My family and I are in opposition to the ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. We are responsible hosts and community members of Chula Vista for over 18 years. STR means income for our family, as well as community members that help clean, maintain, and repair our STR & property to keep our city looking clean and presentable. Our STR provides support to local businesses and restaurants, keeping revenue in Chula Vista and our lovely city worth visiting. Responsible STR hosts such as myself and others, have no problem with a modified ordinance - but PLEASE- Do Not put a ban on our STR at 90 days. Our family provides affordable travel and living wages for those who provide services to our STR. We are respectful, conscientious neighbors who support an alternative ordinance, love and protect our community and want to to see it thrive!

Lori Sandoval

I oppose the original ordinance that effectively shuts down non-residence STRS, but support the modified ordinance. My family greatly depends on the income we receive from our STR. We help to support elderly family members and are only able to do so because of our STR.

Lori Sandoval

An alternate ordinance that allows short term rentals without permits, but penalizes poorly run STR and party houses.

Dario Barba

This does not help small businesses and families trying to find new streams of income in a changing world. Why not find common ground instead of blocking a new form of business.

Arturo Aguirre

I believe this a great way for someone to operate a business. I don’t agree with them canceling Airbnb rentals.

ERWIN ARMANDO ORENDAIN

Airbnb is very convenient for everyone that needs to rent a place and stay there for a few days near family, specially during holidays

Jorge Garcia

I oppose the ordinance.

Jose Roberto Sanchez Apipilhuasco

I oppose the ordinance . Great source of income for families that run it and very convenient for the city and more due to the shortage of hotels

NORMA TRUJILLO

STR helps our community

Carlos G.

Oppose.

Patty

STR is a great source of in come for our community.

Kevin Astley

I back a modified ordinance. I'm in the military and travel a lot, I rent out my primary home in Chula Vista to support my income. We are good hosts and my cousin lives less than a mile away to manage it. I would be very unhappy if rules were implemented to change how often we can rent out our home. We are good people and good hosts and shouldn't be punished.

Norma

STR is a great source of income, helps chula vista community

Omar Garcia Machado

Opposing 100% STR is the main stream of income to feed my family Like everything w rules and good communication between hosts and guests the are nothing but benefits in running STR for the city /hosts and future guests

Andrea

I oppose the ordinances because Airbnb and other platforms are a different source of income, brings traffic to nearby restaurants, attractions, and helps the community since hosts need to have a great and clean landscaping, community and house/ condo or apartment. Rules are the most important part for a host, as well as penalties and insurance.

Jasmin Corral

I support an Alternative ordinance allowing responsible STR hosts to continue operating without limitations to days, We are willing to work together as community and adhere to good neighbor policies. Please allow us to continue to provide jobs and increase the city's revenue growth.

Matthew

Modified ordinance all the way. Restricting rentals to 90 days is the same as a ban!!!!

Tiffanie Chavarria

We support a MODIFIED ordinance. Not cap them at 90 days!

Daniel and Ivette

We would support a modified ordinance. Thank you for hearing our voices and not restricting rentals to only 90 days per year.

Jeremiah

I am a responsible host and community member within Chula Vista. I operate a short term rental as a means of my income to support my family, as well as various individuals that provide services to my short term rental, including, but not limited to housekeepers, plumbers, other contractors, and yard maintenance workers. The short term rentals I operate provide support to local businesses and restaurants located here in Chula Vista. I implore you to consider a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on my STR at 90 days. We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well!

Katie

I am writing to share my opposition to the current ordinance being proposed and in support of an ALTERNATIVE ordinance to be considered by the City Council. I implore you adopt a modified ordinance that would not put a complete ban on a STR at 90 days.  We provide affordable travel, and living wages for those who provide services to our STRs. We are conscientious neighbors who support the alternative ordinance, we love our community and want to protect it as well!

Aaron Davitian

TO MY NEIGHBORS IN SUPPORT OF REGULATIONS! I am a host, and I am with you. Both of these ordinances give the police, the city, AND responsible hosts the ability to punish those who do not respect the community. The modified ordinance is the exact same and gives our communities the same protection, but allows for a RESIDENT ONLY in Chula Vista to have ONE permit. This is the compromise discussed with the city and I urge you to support it. It stops potential proliferation of rentals, but allows working families trying to climb out of a terrible economic year, starring down the barrel of more to come, a way to take care of their families. If they are a responsible neighbor, do you really want to ban their ability to do this? Or are you wanting to punish the bad actors. The modified ordinance also limits groups to 10 people, forbids parties or "events", and has parking permit requirements that limit the amount of vehicles on street. Responsible hosts are for these measures. If we don't pass the modified ordinance, there could be legal challenges wasting city resources and time, and not providing you with the relief you deserve. Please join me in supporting the modified ordinance. As your neighbor I will work tirelessly to make sure that there is host ambassadorship that shares best practices, and removes bad actors. Thank you for reading!

Lorenzo Lopez

I support a MODIFIED/ALTERNATE ordinance that provides reasonable regulation, but does not hinder existing responsible hosts from keeping current business and much needed income.

Debbie

I would propose that short term rentals for whole home rentals not be restricted to 90 days/year provided the owners hire a professional manager who can handle emergencies, noise complaints, trash maintenance etc. There is no reason to punish good actors. Vacation rentals provide good tax revenue and tourist dollars to the city. A good local professional manager that neighbors can call 24/7 if there are problems will eliminate the issue.

Nicole F Rodriguez

I would support a MODIFIED ordinance where short term rentals are not limited to 90 days per year. This would crush us completely, I feel a modified ordinance is fair considering there are not that many STRs in Chula Vista. Do not punish good actors, hear our voices as well.

Mayor Casillas Salas stated that Councilmember Galvez would abstain from voting on the item due to a potential property-related conflict of interest Councilmember Galvez left the dais during discussion and voting on the item.

Development Services Director Allen announced that Item 8.2 B would be trailed to a future meeting due to Council conflicts. She also stated that a revised alternative ordinance for the item had been distributed to the Council, and that action on the item would be with respect to the revised document.

Development Services Director Allen gave a presentation on the item and she and Deputy City Attorney McClurg responded to questions of the Council.

Pam Keel, submitted a request to speak, but was not present when called. 

The following members of the public spoke in support of the alternative ordinance:

• Tangerine Skantz, Chula Vista resident
• Aaron Davitian, Chula Vista resident, and he also spoke on behalf of Elizabeth Cook
• William Cook, Chula Vista resident
• Brian Benson, Chula Vista resident
• Tabitha Skantz, Chula Vista resident
• Guy East, Chula Vista resident
• Navid Namdar, Chula Vista resident
• Robert Flores, Chula Vista resident
• Kevin Isreal, Chula Vista resident
• Alex McDaniel, representing Brew Bar
• Katie Walker, Chula Vista resident
• Leticia Gonzalez, Chula Vista resident
• Vu Dao, representing Teriyaki Grill
• Nicole Fisher, Chula Vista resident
• Jovanna Fisher
• Guillermo Gonzalez, Chula Vista resident
• Isaac Gellacio, Chula Vista resident
• Jasmine Lam, Chula Vista resident

The following members of the public submitted written communications in support of the alternative ordinance:

• Douglas Morris, CPA
• Isaac Soria
• Ari
• NN
• Farid
• Katie
• Terry Manges
• Guillermo Gonzalez
• Elizabeth Cook
• Andrew D.
• Jake Alebie
• Juan Zapata
• Pablo Zambio
• Jeff
• Sofia
• Steven
• Kyle Merritt
• Guy East
• Tangerine Skantz
• Sara Dao
• William B. Cook
• Andrew Moyers
• David V. 
• Carolina Marroquin
• Melissa Campbell
• Adrian Tapia 
• Rafael Morales
• Alejandro Diaz
• Andres Rodriquez
• John D.
• Carlos Gonzalez
• David Edwards
• Mike Quinn
• Todd Jacobs
• Joachim Gratton
• Ashlyn Mesa
• Carey Hazelton
• Crystal Guerrero
• Lillyan Gonzalez
• Jeffrey Markee
• Isabelle Meritt
• Gaetano Harris
• David
• Brandon Cole
• Clyde Skantz
• Charles P. Sanders
• Tabitha Skantz
• Amy Davitian
• Brian Benson
• Robert Morales
• Agnes
• Enrique N. 
• Isai Lopez
• Joel V
• Diego O.
• Mauricio O. 
• Heather S.
• Antonio M. 
• Carlos C. 
• Angela
• Claudia R. 
• Jaime R. 
• Monica Lopez
• Ana Lopez
• Claudia Lopez
• Monica Ferrer
• Daniel Perez
• Zkandia Beltran
• Lori Sandoval
• Kevin Astely
• Andrea
• Jasmin Corral
• Matthew
• Tiffanie Chavarria
• Daniel
• Ivette
• Jeremiah
• Katie
• Aaron Davitian
• Lorenzo Lopez
• Nicole F Rodriguez

The following members of the public submitted written communications regarding the item:

• Jason Taylor
• Alex
• Lex A. Velarde
• Peggy
• Adrian Duarte
• Karla Garcia
• Breana Frazier
• Lauri
• Carlos Magana
• Alphonso
• Shellie Duarte
• Kyla H. Polee
• O Correa
• Kacey Vu
• Gilda
• John Fischer
• Luis Lopez
• Dominic McGhee
• Craig McClurg
• Jack Polee
• Enrique
• Ivan
• Oscar B
• Dario Barba
• Arturo Aguirre
• Erwin Armando Orendain
• Jorge Garcia
• Jose Roberto Sanchex Apipilhuasco
• Norma Trujillo
• Carlos G.
• Patty 
• Norma
• Omar Garcia Machado 
• Debbie

Development Services Director Allen announced that the ordinance would be modified to clarify the limitations on the number of days for each type of unit.

• Moved by Councilmember Padilla
  Seconded by Councilmember Cardenas

  To place the alternative ordinance on first reading with a formal review within one-year, to update the ordinance to clarify limitations on the number of days for each type of unit in Municipal Code section 5.68 and to trail the resolution to a future meeting, heading read, text waived.   The motion was carried by the following vote:

  Yes (3)	Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas
  Abstain (1)	Councilmember Galvez

  Result, Carried (3 to 0)

  ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING CHAPTER 5.68, “SHORT-TERM RENTALS” TO TITLE 5 OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS, STANDARDS, AND A PERMITTING PROCESS FOR SHORT-TERM RENTALS  

  
  

9.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS

There were none.

10.

MAYOR’S REPORTS

10.1

Ratification of Appointments to the Following Boards & Commissions:

Marisol Edwan - Commission on Aging

Lynne Pine - Veterans Advisory Commission

Frances Quinones - International Friendship Commission

• Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
  Seconded by Councilmember Padilla

  To ratify the above appointments.  The motion carried by the following vote:

  Yes (4)

  Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas

  Result, Carried (4 to 0)

10.2

Appointment of City Councilmembers to Outside Agencies

Mayor Casillas Salas distributed the proposed appointments for Item 10.2.

Mayor Casillas Salas

• International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)- Member
• Interagency Water Task Force – Member
• League of California Cities (LCC) San Diego Division – Member
• Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS) – Member (Mayor)
• Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS) South Bay MTS Executive Committee Representative
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Board of Directors –Member
• University Project Task Force with Southwestern College – Member
• Chula Vista Bayfront Facilities Financing Authority Board of Directors – Member

Councilmember McCann

• Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation - Member
• Interagency Water Task Force – Member
• League of California Cities (LCC), San Diego Division - Alternate
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Board of Directors – 2nd Alternate
• South County Economic Development Council (EDC) – Alternate
• San Diego Community Power Authority1 – Alternate

Councilmember Galvez

• International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) –Alternate
• Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS) – 2nd Member (Councilmember)
• Metropolitan Wastewater Commission (Metro) - Member
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Bayshore Bikeway Committee

Councilmember  Padilla

• Metropolitan Wastewater Commission (Metro) - Alternate
• Otay Ranch Preserve Owner Manager (POM) Policy Committee – Alternate
• Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) Policy Committee – Alternate
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Board of Directors – 1st Alternate
• SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Working Group – Member
• University Project Task Force with Southwestern College – Member
• Chula Vista Bayfront Facilities Financing Authority Board of Directors – Member
• San Diego Community Power Authority – Member

Councilmember Cardenas

• Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation – Alternate
• Metropolitan Transit System Board of Directors (MTS) – Alternate
• Otay Ranch Preserve Owner Manager (POM) Policy Committee – Member
• Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) Policy Committee - Member
• South County Economic Development Council (EDC) – Member

• Moved by Councilmember Galvez
  Seconded by Mayor Casillas Salas

  To make the above appointments to outside agencies.  The motion carried by the following vote:

  Yes (4)

  Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas

  Result, Carried (4 to 0)

10.3

Appointment of Deputy Mayor

• Moved by Mayor Casillas Salas
  Seconded by Councilmember Padilla

  To appoint Councilmember Cardenas as Deputy Mayor beginning in 2023.  The motion carried by the following vote:

  Yes (4)

  Mayor Casillas Salas, Councilmember Galvez, Councilmember Padilla, and Councilmember Cardenas

  Result, Carried (4 to 0)

11.

COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS

There were none. 

12.

CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS

There were none.

13.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Assistant City Clerk