Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in National City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Business License Tax Reform Advisory Committee Direction
The council was asked to clarify its direction to the committee studying reform of the city's business license tax — the tax local businesses pay, which affects city revenue and business costs.
Capital Improvement Program On-Call Consultants
Three-year on-call consultant agreements totaling up to $3.8 million across three firms would support the city's capital improvement projects like streets, parks, and facilities.
New public comment rules under SB 707
State law now lets residents comment on any agenda item right up until a motion is made, and speaker slips are no longer required. The clerk is visiting all boards and commissions to explain the changes.
Litigation cost increase for Cummins v. National City
The council was set to raise the spending cap on its outside legal counsel for the Cummins appeal by $75,000, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $250,000.
San Diego Unified School District litigation
The Council was also briefed on a Superior Court case, San Diego Unified School District v. City of San Diego and others, in which the city is involved. Details of the discussion remain confidential.