Principal Management Analyst Davis along with the following individuals gave a presentation on the item: City Manager Kachadoorian; Dr. Eduardo Reyes, Chula Vista Elementary School District Superintendent; Jaalin Cheng representing Billion Creation; Monica Crespo, Chula Vista resident; Park Ranger Program Manager Alzubaidi; Park Ranger Supervisor Herrera; Sr. Code Enforcement Officer Aguilera; Code Enforcement Officer Alforque; Police Captain Collum; and Fire Chief Muns.
Mayor Casillas Salas recessed the meeting at 6:34 p.m. The Council reconvened at 6:46 p.m., with all members present.
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to staff's recommendation:
- Mona Heather
- Mandy Lien
- Janis Wilds
- Gabriel Cornejo
- Delia Dominguez-Cervantes
- Coleen Cusack
- Franny Rose
- Christine Brady
The following members of the public expressed concern regarding the activities at Harborside Park:
- Marianna Saponara
- Cesar Fernandez
- Carmen Valenzuela
- Francisco Tomayo
- Leonardo Vanegas
The following members of the public expressed concern regarding homelessness:
- Mari Meza
- Sabrina Weddle
- Tim Schneider
- Martha Sullivan
- Armando Farias
- Gabriel Cornejo
- Brett Stevens
- Ammar Campa-Najjar
- Rita McIntyre
- Brandon Claypool
Anthony Millican spoke in support of increased police services.
Joseph Rubio representing McAlister Institute - Work for Hope, and on behalf of Adrienne Karalis, Jeffrey Mesa, Gary Southards, Ramon Guerrero, Benjamin Sandoval, Arquimedez Benitez, Kenneth Bolirt spoke regarding resources for the homeless community.
The following members of the public submitted written communications in support of staff's recommendation.
- Christina Kim
- Nicole Campbell
Alan C., Chula Vista resident, submitted written communications in opposition to staff's recommendation.
Council discussion ensued.
At the request of Councilmember Galvez there was a consensus of the Council to direct staff to start a conversation regarding lending Harborside Park to the Chula Vista Elementary School District.