District 1 Councilmember· 2022-12-13 to 2026-12-01 (assumed office December 13, 2022; term ends December 1, 2026 per Ballotpedia officeholder page for Carolina Chavez)
Carolina Chavez
Chula Vista
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 1
- Total speaking time
- 8:07
- Avg per meeting
- 8:07
- Segments
- 62
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Top issues during term (20)
JNF conference at Gaylord Pacific
The Gaylord was built with roughly $400 million in public bond financing; the conference brings tourism revenue.
Public safety at Casa Lago Eastlake apartment complex
City tenant protection ordinance vs. state law
Doubling relocation assistance and eviction delays carry costs for landlords that can be passed to renters.
Flock Automated License Plate Reader Oversight
The exact contract cost wasn't stated in the minutes; funding details are in the staff report.
Downtown Chula Vista Community Benefit District
Downtown property owners would pay assessments for up to 20 years if the district is finalized.
Artificial intelligence in cultural arts programs
New artists in residence at Casa Casillas
Public comment policy review controversy
Outdoor dining in the public right-of-way
Permit fees range from $1,250 to $3,500 initially, with annual renewals and monthly per-square-foot occupancy fees; parking revenue recovery fees may also apply.
Active Transportation Plan Update funding
Grant-funded; state Active Transportation Program money would cover the segment if awarded.
University District Financing and Funding Strategies
The eventual financing framework will determine how hundreds of millions of dollars in University District development are funded and who bears the cost.
CEQA Legislative Recommendations for the University District
CEQA streamlining could shorten approval timelines, which affects project costs and delivery dates.
Resolution condemning presidential remarks
Time-limited parking on Avenida Escaya
Proclamations and special orders policy
Elite Athlete Training Center master plan
Revenues fell 18% from 2022-2025 but are stabilizing; new revenue ideas include naming rights and tournaments.
City finances: FY 2025-26 fourth quarter
Property tax underperformed by $3.9 million; sales tax exceeded by $1.2 million; FY 2028 budget faces a shortfall from one-time fixes.
Domestic violence response data referral
Wireless facility at Bel Aire Water Tank site
Otay Ranch Village 4 tentative map extension
Decisions during term (42)
Recorded while Chavez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Meeting Minutes (October 7, 2026)
Agenda reorder: move Item 8.4 up and consolidate public comments
Consent Calendar (Items 5.1–5.8)
Item 7.1 — Municipal Code amendments on community purpose facilities (public hearing)
Item 7.2 — Municipal Code update and Freeway Commercial SPA plan clarification
Item 7.3 — Outdoor dining in the public right-of-way ordinance
Item 8.3 — Fourth-quarter financial report and budget appropriations
Item 10.1 — Enhancing Emergency Communications
Item 12.1 — Ratify appointment of Edith Fuentes to Board of Library Trustees
Item 12.2 — Ratify appointment of Lucero Chavez to Charter Review Commission
Approve Meeting Minutes
Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program and Appropriate Funds
Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety for the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program and Appropriate Funds
Consent Calendar (Items 5.1-5.3)
Downtown Chula Vista Community Benefit District — Resolution of Intent
Caltrans Encampment Delegated Maintenance Agreement — Resolution No. 2026-189
Proposition 64 Grant — Resolutions Nos. 2026-190 through 2026-192
Ratify Appointment of Matt Yagyagan to Parks and Recreation Commission
Ratify Fernandez Board and Commission Appointments
Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances
Voting record (31)
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