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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-019 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING A GRANT OF EASEMENTS, LICENSE AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SR V-2 R-6, LLC, AND THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA FOR OTAY RANCH VILLAGE 2 NORTH R-6 (CHULA VISTA TRACT NO. 11-04)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
The proposed action would allow and obligate SR V-2 R-6, LLC (Developer), developer of Otay Ranch Village 2 Neighborhoods R-6, or its successor in interest to perpetually maintain the landscaping and other private facilities within the right-of-way.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Development Services 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)(2) of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable
DISCUSSION
On May 10, 2013, SR V-2 R-6, LLC, filed Map No. 15914 for the Otay Ranch Village 2 North Neighborhood R-6 (Final Map)
Otay Ranch Village 2 North Neighborhood R-6 is located south of Olympic Parkway, west of La Media Road and north of Santa Diana Road.
As part of the Supplemental Subdivision Improvement Agreement for the Final Map, the Developer was required to enter into a Grant of Easements, License and Maintenance Agreement (Agreement) with the City.
The purpose of this Agreement (Exhibit "A") is to allow the Developer, and ultimately the Home Owner's Association, to privately maintain certain improvements within the public right of way. Some of the privately maintained improvements include, but are not limited to: street trees, landscaping and private storm drains. For a complete description of the improvements to be maintained, see Exhibit "A."
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the property holdings of the City Council and has found no property holdings within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property which is the subject of this action. Staff is not independently aware, nor has staff been informed by any City 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 adoption of this Resolution approving a Grant of Easements, License and Maintenance Agreement will address the following 3 goals:
· Operational Excellence: Collaborate with residents and businesses to provide responsive and responsible public service by implementing effective and efficient operations.
· Economic Vitality: Strengthen and diversify the City's economy by supporting and advancing existing businesses; targeting and attracting new businesses' promoting balanced land use decisions; and engaging the community to reinvest in the city.
· Healthy Community: Protect resources and environmental health for both current residents and future generations. Foster the health of our physical environment through balanced, connected and sustainable land uses.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the General Fund. The Developer will cover all costs and fees associated with the Agreement.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the General Fund. Developer, its agents, or successor in interest, are responsible for any costs related to the execution of the Agreement.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Grant of Easements License and Maintenance Agreements for Otay Ranch Village 2 Neighborhood R-6