Minutes of the City of Coronado City Council/
The City of Coronado Acting as the Successor Agency to the Community Development Agency of the City of Coronado

 

October 07, 2025 04:00 PM

Coronado City Hall Council Chamber

1825 Strand Way

Coronado, California 92118

 

Councilmember Purvis participated remotely from:

Holiday Inn University Plaza - Business Center

1021 Wilkinson Trace, Bowling Green, KY 42103

 

 Note: The order in which items appear in the minutes is not necessarily the order in which they were discussed in the meeting. 

 

Present:             Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis and Councilmember Steward

 

Also Present:     City Manager Friend, City Attorney Canlas and City Clerk Holian

Tuesday, October 07, 2025 at 11:00 P.October 7. - Wednesday, October 08, 2025 at 1:00 A.October 8.

1.

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order at 4:12 p.m. on October 7 in the City Council Chamber at City Hall with Mayor Duncan presiding.

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Duncan led the Pledge of Allegiance.

3.

PRESENTATIONS

3.a

Fire Prevention Week Proclamation

Mayor Duncan presented the Proclamation to Fire Chief Jayson Summers.

4.

CONSENT CALENDAR

• Motion made by: Councilmember Downey
  Seconded by: Councilmember Fleming

  To approve the recommended actions on the consent calendar. 

  
  Motion Carried

Yes (5):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward

4.a

Approval of Reading by Title and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on This Agenda

• Approve the reading by title and waive the reading in full of all Ordinances on the agenda.

4.b

Approve Warrants Certified by Treasurer as Correct and Budget-Compliant for FY 2025-26

• Approve the Warrants as certified by the City/Agency Treasurer.

4.c

Approval of the Minutes of September 16, 2025 Regular and Closed Session Meetings

• Approve the Minutes of the September 16, 2025 Regular and Closed Session Meetings.

4.d

Adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, Authorizing the Receipt and Appropriation of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Ride to Live Motorcycle Education Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $40,000”

• Adopt Resolution 2025-50, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, Authorizing the Receipt and Appropriation of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Ride to Live Motorcycle Education Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) in the amount of $40,000;” and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with San Diego State University (SDSU) and National City for assistance with Ride to Live events, reimbursable through OTS grant funding.

4.e

Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, Amending Chapter 36.28 of the Coronado Municipal Code Related to Polystyrene and Single-Use Plastics Regulations

• Determine that the proposed ordinance is exempt from CEQA review based upon the common sense exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) and under exemptions for actions to protect natural resources and the environment under CEQA Guidelines sections 15307 and 15308, and adopt Ordinance No. 2025-08, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, amending Chapter 36.28 of the Coronado Municipal Code related to Polystyrene and Single-Use Plastics Regulations.”

4.f

Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with McCarty Event Lighting for Holiday Tree Lighting Services

• Award a Professional Services Agreement to McCarty Event Lighting for holiday tree lighting services for a five-year term in accordance with Coronado Municipal Code 8.05.020 (D).

4.g

Filing of the Treasurer’s Reports on Investments for the City and the Successor Agency to the Community Development Agency for the City of Coronado for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2025

• Examine the quarterly reports on investments and direct them to be filed.

4.h

Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Legal Services Agreement with the Law Office of Ellen F. Gross, APC

• Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the legal services agreement with the Law Office of Ellen F. Gross, APC for independent counsel to the City’s Civil Service Commission for a not to exceed amount of $300,000.

5.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

Kathy Parrish provided comments regarding two gates entry and two separate areas in the Cays Dog Park. 

Richard Tolles provided comments regarding support for single gate entry in the Cays Dog Park. 

Deborah provided comments regarding support for single gate entry in the Cays Dog Park.

6.

CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Tina Friend, City Manager, introduced Kaylee Ricci as the new Communications and Engagement Officer.

7.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7.a

465-467 E Avenue – Request for One-Lot Tentative Parcel Map to Allow for Condominium Ownership of Two Residential Units and Determination that the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15332 (PC2025-08)

Councilmember Downey stated that she conducted an analysis  and did not have a conflict for owning a property in close proximity (within 1000 feet) to 465-467 E  Avenue.

Councilmember Purvis recused herself for owning a property in close proximity (within 1000 feet) to 465-467 E  Avenue.

Jesse Brown, Principal Planner, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint.

Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak on this item.

Rick Turner, Kappa Engineering, stated that he did not have additional comments to staff's presentation and asked to approve the project.

Having received no further requests to speak, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing.

• Motion made by: Councilmember Downey
  Seconded by: Councilmember Steward

  ​​Determine that the project is categorically exempt under Class 32 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15332 (In-Fill Development) and adopt Resolution 2025-51 approving a one-lot Tentative Parcel Map at 465-467 E Avenue.​ 

  
  Motion Carried

Yes (4):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, and Councilmember Steward

Recused (1):    Councilmember Purvis

7.b

Public Hearing: Consideration of Application for Historic Resource Preservation (Mills Act) Agreements for Two (2) Previously Designated Historic Resources

Councilmember Fleming recused himself for owning a property in close proximity (within 500 feet) to 1027 Adella Avenue. 

Tricia Olsen, Senior Planner, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint. 

Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak on this item. Having received no request to speak, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing.

• Motion made by: Councilmember Downey
  Seconded by: Councilmember Steward
  Approve a Mills Act Agreement for 1027 Adella Avenue.
  
  Motion Carried

Yes (4):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward

Recused (1):    Councilmember Fleming

• Motion made by: Councilmember Downey
  Seconded by: Councilmember Steward

  Approve a Mills Act Agreement for 680 Glorietta Boulevard.

  
  Motion Carried

Yes (5):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward

7.c

Glorietta Bay Marina Berthing Slip Fees

Tina Friend, City Manager, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint. 

Council and Kevin Ketchum, California Yacht Marina, discussion ensued regarding maintaining high quality dock, amenities, various fees and a waiting list. 

Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak on this item. Having received no requests to speak, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing. 

Council discussion ensued regarding well maintained docks, and support for increasing the rates. 

• Motion made by: Mayor Duncan
  Seconded by: Councilmember Downey
  Adopt Resolution 2025-52R “Adopting a Berthing Slip Fee Structure for the Glorietta Bay Marina” with implementation of a two-year phase in of the new fees, and at the year three implementation of the new berthing slip fee structure for all customers, without returning to Council.
  
  Motion Carried

Yes (5):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward

8.

GENERAL BUSINESS

8.a

Council Reports on Interagency Assignments

Mayor Duncan provided comments regarding meeting with the White House Intergovernmental Affairs staff, zoom meeting with Senator Adam Schiff, and the upcoming San Diego Chamber of Commerce annual trip to Mexico City. 

Councilmember Steward provided comments regarding attending Celebrate Coronado and Public Safety's Open House events and beach width loss concerns. 

Councilmember Purvis noted her appointment to Succession Planning Commission of Wastewater JPA.

8.b

League of Wives Memorial Bench and Plaque

Kelli Maples, Senior Management Analyst, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint.

Council and staff discussed plaque wording and site location options.

Susan Keith provided comments in support of Wording Option 1 the League of Wives and embed the plaque near the monument. 

Mila Albertson provided comments regarding respecting the statue. 

Linda Charles provided comments regarding lighting the statue.

Council discussion ensued regarding the background and stories of the League of Wives; identified names; option of the bench closer to statue; and plaques wording, graphics, and alphabetical order.

• Motion made by: Councilmember Steward
  Seconded by: Mayor Duncan
  To approve Bench Location Option 2, plaque's wording to state "Honoring Our Coronado's League of Wives," the text to be left to right in alphabetical order with the final name be centered at the bottom, and authorize staff to proceed with installation.
  
  Motion Carried

Yes (5):    Mayor Duncan, Councilmember Downey, Councilmember Fleming, Councilmember Purvis, and Councilmember Steward

9.

BOARD, COMMISSION, AND ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORTS

10.

CITY ATTORNEY

11.

COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN

11.a

Letter Requesting Veto of Assembly Bill 339

11.b

Letter Requesting Veto of Senate Bill 79

11.c

Letter Requesting Veto of Senate Bill 707

12.

ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Duncan adjourned the Regular Meeting at 5:56 p.m.

 

 

APPROVED: 

 

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JOHN D. DUNCAN, Mayor of the City of Coronado

 

 

ATTEST:

 

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KELSEA HOLIAN, City Clerk of the City of Coronado