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RESOLUTION NO. 2015-223 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $60,000 IN GRANT FUNDING AND $69,080 IN DIRECT SERVICES TO SUPPORT HARBORFEST 2015 THROUGH THE PORT OF SAN DIEGO TIDELANDS ACTIVATION PROGRAM
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
HarborFest has been approved as a City of Chula Vista signature event with the City allocating $15,000 in FY 2016 funds for the event. The City collaborated with local agencies and volunteers to hold HarborFest in August 2015. The Port of San Diego is the presenting sponsor by providing a $60,000 grant and a contribution of $69,080 in Port District Services for the event. The event continues to grow in popularity and generates positive publicity and awareness for the City of Chula Vista. The event promotes entertainment and outdoor activities on the Chula Vista Bayfront and Port of San Diego tidelands.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Development Services Department Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378(b)(5) of the State CEQA Guidelines because the project is authorization of the City Manager to sign the agreement between the City of Chula Vista and the HarborFest Consultant is an administrative activity that will not result in a direct or indirect physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable
DISCUSSION
The City of Chula Vista collaborated with local agencies and volunteers to hold HarborFest in the summer 2015. The City has secured a sponsorship grant of $60,000 from the Port of San Diego and a contribution of $69,080 in Port District Services for the event. The Port of San Diego was the Presenting Sponsor for HarborFest 2015.
The event supports activation of the City of Chula Vista bayfront and Port of San Diego Tidelands. Activities included entertainment, a youth zone, live music performances, Tacos, Tequila and Spirits Festival, Craft Beer and Wine Tasting, a car show, paddle board demonstrations, and other harbor activities. The 2015 HarborFest attracted 30,000 participants to the Bayfront. Fundraising efforts generate funding to support HarborFest expenses. Sponsorship and fundraising activities are coordinated for HarborFest through the efforts of Councilmember Pamela Bensoussan. Additional sponsorship and grant funding was secured from the County of San Diego, and other agencies and organizations.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently, the 500-foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 18704.2(a)(1), is not applicable to this decision. Staff is not independently aware, and has not been informed by any Councilmember, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision maker conflict of interest in this matter.
LINK TO STRATEGIC GOALS
The City’s Strategic Plan has five major goals: Operational Excellence, Economic Vitality, Healthy Community, Strong and Secure Neighborhoods and a Connected Community. The Chula Vista HarborFest attracts thousands to the Bayfront which advances the Economic Vitality goal by activating the Bayfront and bringing new and returning visitors to enjoy activities, shop, and dine. The connected Community Goal emphasizes activities, like HarborFest, that enrich the community’s quality of life.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this resolution will result in the acceptance of $60,000 from the Port of San Diego for HarborFest activities. HarborFest event costs should be funded by revenue generated from HarborFest 2015. There may be an impact to the General Fund if insufficient funds are generated through HarborFest revenues.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
There are no anticipated ongoing financial impacts related to this item. The goal is for HarborFest to become a self-supporting signature event promoting the City of Chula Vista.
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Staff Contact: Anne Steinberger