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A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING THE COMPENSATION SCHEDULE TO REFLECT SALARY INCREASES FOR THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIONS 302 AND 304(C) OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CITY CHARTER
B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE REVISED FISCAL YEAR 2016/2017 COMPENSATION SCHEDULE AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolutions.
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SUMMARY
Sections 302 and 304(c) of the City of Chula Vista City Charter establishes the compensation for the Mayor and Councilmembers based upon the formulas set forth in those sections. The City received notification of a salary change for the position of Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California, to which the salaries for the Mayor and Councilmembers are tied.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Environmental Notice
Environmental Notice
The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
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Environmental Determination
The Director of Development Services 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 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
Mayor and City Council
The City received notification of a salary change for the position of Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California. Per the City Charter, the Mayor shall receive an annual salary equivalent to 66% of the salary of a Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California. The City Charter further sets the annual salary for Councilmembers at 40% of the salary of the Mayor. Based on a letter from the Judicial Council of California dated September 29, 2016, the position of Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California will receive a salary increase of 1.36 percent retroactive to July 1, 2016. The Compensation Schedule will be revised to reflect the corresponding change to the salaries for the Mayor and Councilmembers.
Compensation Schedule
California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5 requires that, for purposes of determining a retiring employee's pension allowance, the pay rate be limited to the amount listed on a pay schedule that meets certain requirements and be approved by the governing body in accordance with the requirements of the applicable public meeting laws. The revised Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Compensation Schedule ("Compensation Schedule") was last approved by the City Council at their meeting of December 6, 2016.
The Compensation Schedule presented here reflects the revised salaries for Mayor and Councilmembers adjusted to reflect the 1.36 percent salary increase for Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California as reflected in the letter from the Judicial Council of California dated September 29, 2016.
Approval of Resolution B will approve the revised Compensation Schedule to reflect the aforementioned salary adjustments in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has determined that the action contemplated by this item is ministerial, secretarial, manual, or clerical in nature and, as such, does not require the City Council members to make or participate in making a governmental decision, pursuant to California Code of Regulations Title 2, section 18702.4(a). Consequently, this item does not present a conflict under the Political Reform Act (Cal. Gov't Code § 87100, et seq.). Staff is not independently aware, and has not been informed by any City Council member, 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. Approval of the revised Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Compensation Schedule and its posting on the City's internet website supports the goal of Operational Excellence as it enhances disclosure and transparency of employee compensation and, as a result, fosters public trust through an open and ethical government.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
The estimated fiscal year 2016/17 cost for the combined salary changes is $4,497. No appropriations are being requested at this time as staff will look for offsetting savings within the General Fund budget. If necessary, staff will request additional appropriations as part of the Quarterly Financial Report.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
Ongoing costs associated with these salary increases will be incorporated into subsequent fiscal year budgets.
ATTACHMENTS
(1) Memorandum from the Judicial Council of California dated September 29, 2016
(2) Revised Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Compensation Schedule
Staff Contact: Courtney Chase