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Room B-$, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, July 18, 1977
A tape recording of this meeting is
on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Pattinson called the adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach to order at 6:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Bartlett, Coen, Siebert, Shenkman, Pattinson
(Wieder arrived 6:45 P.M.)
Absent: Gibbs
Mayor Pattinson announced that the meeting between the City Council and the
Planning Commission was being held to study and discuss General Plan Amendment
77-1 proposes changes to the Land Use Element that include the following areas
and proposed land use redesignations:
1. South of Ellis Avenue and West of Huntington Street: Industrial to
medium density residential.
2. North of Slater Avenue and West of Gothard Street: Industrial to low
density residential.
3. North of Talbert Avenue and East of Gothard Street: Industrial to medium
density residential.
4. Gothard Street, South of Heil Avenue: Industrial to low density residential.
5. North of Heil Avenue and West of Gothard Street: Industrial to medium
density residential.
6. South of the San Diego Freeway and East of San Angelo Drive: Planning
reserve to high density residential.
7. South of Warner Avenue and East of Bolsa Chica Street: Low density to
medium density residential.
8. South'of Hamilton Avenue and West of Magnolia Street: Industrial to low
density residential.
9. South of Talbert Avenue and West of Beach Boulevard: Industrial to medium
density residential.
In the absence of a quorum of the Planning Commission, a summary of General Plan
Amendment 77-1 and EIR 77-3 was given by Roger Slates, Chairman of the Planning
Commission, who displayed a map indicating the proposed Zoning plan for the
Gothard Corridor and Edison Area in the southwest quarter of the City.
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Councilman Siebert stated that -he was not in favor of the proposed changes in
zoning; that there was not enough information available to make the changes;
that he was not satisfied with the reasons for the change. He stated that he
was concerned about Economic Development Administration Funds for the Gothard
corridor and inquired as to whether the move from industrial to residential met
with the plans of the property owners, which was insufficient grounds for the
proposed changes.
Councilman Shenkman stated that he was in favor of the proposed changes in the
area north of Warner, however, the area south of Warner was totally unsuitable
for industrial zoning, and speaking from personal experience, he stated that no
financing would be available.
Discussion was held between Council and staff regarding Areas l and 5 of the
proposed land use redesignations.
Regarding Area 8, the City Clerk stated that an informal petition had been
received earlier in the meeting from Mx. Randy Blanchard listing approximately
35 signatures supporting staff's recommendations to amend the General Plan and
change the zoning of property in the vicinity of south of Hamilton Avenue and
west of Magnolia Street from M-l.to R-1. Accompanying the informal petition
was a letter which had been sentf:to Randy W. Blanchard, Manager, Sandollar
Development Company by the Director of Recreation, Parks & Human Services
Department responding to Mr. Blanchard's proposal to add recreational facil-
ities to Edison Community Park over and above the park fees required in con-
ection with his proposed development.
In Area 9, the Chairman of the Planning. Commission stated that the Planning
Department and the Planning Commission had recommended lower density R-1.
Councilwoman Wieder stated her concern that the proposed recommendations may
be based on pressures from property owners.
A moll call of the Planning Commission was taken at this time.
Present: Finley, Slates, Shea, Newman
Absent: Gibson
Councilman Siebert stated that with regard to proposed land use changes in
Areas 1, 2, and 3, he was opposed to such changes and'gave reasons for his
opposition. He stated that in his opinion, action at this time would be pre-
mature and cited the Economic Development Officer's report which was now
apparently being overlooked,
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Pattinson declared the meeting adjourned.
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
'ATTEST: of t City Council o e City
Hunt ngton Cali rniay,
Alicia M. Wentworth Mayor
City Clerk
MINUTES
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, July 18, 1977
A tape recording of this meeting is
on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Pattinson called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach to order at 7:30 P.M.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Coen.
The invocation was given by Maria Bottoms, President of Friends of the Library.
ROLL CALL
Present: Bartlett, Rieder, Coen, Siebert,-Shenkman, Pattinson
(Gibbs arrived at 10:10 P.M.)
Absent; None
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES - HARRY PO-LGAR - DR. RAY LONG - ROTARY CLUB NORTH
Mayor Pattinson presented a plaque to Harry Polgar, President of Rotary Club North
in appreciation of the organization's volunteer work on the 4th of July Parade.
Mr. Polgar also accepted a plaque on behalf of Dr. Ray Long who was unable to be
present. The Mayor commended the members of Rotary Club North.
PROCLAMATION"SUDDEN INFANT,DEATH SYNDROME AWARENESS WEEK" JULY 25-31, 1977
Mayor Pattinson proclaimed July 25-31; 1977 to be "Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Awareness Week." The proclamation was accepted by Leslie Taylor who summarized the
objective of the proclamation; the impact of "Sudden Infant Death Syndrome" and the
need for community awareness in order to solicit funds for research of the disease.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS APPROVED
On motion by Bartlett, second Shenkman, the following items were approved as
recommended,by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Siebert, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Gibbs
MINUTES APPROVED
Approved and adopted minutes of the adjourned,regular meeting of July 5, 1977 and
regular meeting of July 5, 1977, as written and on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
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PARCEL MAP 76-59 - TEXACO INC. - Approved Parcel Map 76-59, located on the east
side of Gothard Street, south of Warner Avenue and instructed the City Clerk to
execute same and to release for processing by the County.
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FINAL TRACT MAP 8875 - AIL OF TT 8875 -- STANDARD -PACIFIC CORP. - Approved map
and accepted offer of dedication and improvements as shown on Final Tract Map 8875
located on the southerly portion of North New Britain Lane and west of Newland
Street, examined and certified by the Director of Public Works and the Secretary
to the Planning Commission as being substantially in accordance with the tentative
map as filed with, amended and approved by the Planning Commission. Acreage: 1.928;
Lots: 10; Developer: Standard -Pacific Corp., Costa Mesa, adopted map subject to
stipulations as follows: deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering
and inspections; certificate of insurance; Park and Recreation fees shall be paid
prior to recordation of the final map; drainage for the subdivision shall be
approved by the Department of Public Works prior to the recordation of the final map;
the final map shall be recorded prior to the expiration of Tentative Tract 8875 on
September 1, 1977; and further instructed the City Clerk that she shall not affix
her signature to the map nor release such map for preliminary processing by the
County or for recordation until the aforementioned conditions have been met.
FINAL TRACT MAP 9618 - ALL OF TT 9618 - CURTIS-HERMANSEN - Approved map and accepted
offer of dedication and improvements as shown on Final Tract Map 9618 - located north
of Los.Patos between Green and Lynn Streets, examined and certified by the Director
of Public Works and the Secretary to the Planning Commission as being substantially
in accordance with the tentative map as filed with, amended and approved by the Plan-
ning Commission. Acreage: 7.194; Lots: 38; Developer: Curtis-Hermansen,
Huntington Beach, adopted map subject to stipulations as follows: deposit of fees
for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and inspections; certificate of insurance;
Park and Recreation Fees shall.be paid prior to recordation of the final map; the
final map shall be recorded prior to the expiration of Tentative Tract 9618 on
August 15, 1976; adopted Negative Declaration 76-123; and further instructed the
City Clerk that she shall not affix her signature to the map nor release such map
for preliminary processing by the County or for recordation until the aforementioned
conditions have been met.
LEGISLATIVE ITEMS - Supported SB 678 - Sanitary Sewer Services & Water Services,
Su rted AB 775 - Water Meters Required, Opposed AB 1624 - County Grand Juries, and
directed the City Administrator to inform the proper officials of the City's
positions.
AMENDMENT TO SANTIAGO LIBRARY SYSTEM JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT.- Approved and authorized
execution by the Mayor and City Clerk of an amendment to the Santiago Library System
Joint Powers Agreement date August 26, 1972.
PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 77-1 & EIR 77-3 - DEFERRED Tp 8 1 77
Mayor Pattinson announced that this was the day and hour set for the continuance of
a public hearing, from the July 5, 1977 meeting, on General Plan Amendment 77-1
which proposes changes to the Land Use Element that include the following areas and
proposed land use redesignations:
I. South of Ellis Avenue and West of Huntington Street: Industrial to
medium density residential.
2. North of Slater Avenue and West of Gothard Street: Industrial to low
density residential.
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3. North of Talbert Avenue and East of Gothard Street: Industrial
to medium density residential.
4. Gothard Street, South of Heil Avenue: industrial to low density
residential.
5. North of Heil Avenue and West of Gothard Street: Industrial to
medium density residential.
6. South of the San Diego Freeway and East of San Angelo Drive:
Planning reserve to high density residential.
7. South of Warner Avenue and East of Bolsa Chica Street: Low
density to medium density residential.
8. South of Hamilton Avenue and West of Magnolia Street: Industrial
to low density residential.
9. South of Talbert Avenue and West of Beach Boulevard: Industrial
to medium density residential.
The Council will also be considering the approval of EIR 77-3 which has been
prepared on the proposed amendment.
The City Clerk informed Council that all legal requirements for notification,
publication and posting had been met and that she had received a communication
from Martin and Gwen Slatta in favor of the proposed change in Area 7, a copy
of Economic & Pla_nning_Stud_y, prepared by J.L. Webb Planning, submitted to
Council by William Miller, and a communication from the Home Council, opposing
the Gothard Industrial Rezonings.
Mayor Pattinson declared the hearing open.
Gordon Offstein, City, addressed Council and stated that he was against the
loss of the industrial corridor, and it was his opinion that some of the Council
members were not reading their material. He stated that the loss of the industrial
corridor would mean a loss in tax relief and that the City had assured the
Federal Government that between 8,000 to 10,000 jobs would be created. Mr.
Offstein stated that he was of the opinion that if Council did not uphold their
commitment to the Federal Government, he would not believe any commitments made
on the matter of Redevelopment.
Tom_Livengood, Vice President of the Home Council, addressed Council and referred
to a letter dated July 15, 1977 sent to -Council by Mark Porter,-Vresident of Home
Council. He inquired as to the sewer capacity of the City at this time,
suggesting that the matter be investigated as it relates to the area under con-
sideration, and expressed concern as to the impact upon the schools should ex-
pensive homes be built in the area.
Viewgraphs of the areas under consideration were shown and discussion was held
between Council and staff regarding the method of voting.
Councilman Siebert stated that he had not had the opportunity of reviewing.
Areas 1, 2, 3 and 9 and assessing the total impact of the proposed action and
gave reasons why he believed the matter should be further studied.
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Councilwoman Wieder stated that the areas in question had been a blight on the City
for too long. She spoke in favor of low cost dwellings.
Councilman Shenkman stated that he believed there would be a decline in enrollment
at schools during the next decade. He spoke in favor of a clean, low density resi-
dential area and stated that he was in favor of the proposed action.
Councilman Siebert requested at this time that Mr. William Back, Economic Develop-
ment officer, review the matter and inquired of him whether the re -designation of
marginally small acre parcels would spoil the good industrial area.
William Back addressed Council and stated that he had not studied the matter of
clearing up the junk yards. Discussion was held between Council and Mr. Back.
Councilwoman Wieder discussed Mr. Back's role in the studies he had done over the
past few years and asked him what would be his recommendation. Mr. Back suggested
that he arrange to get a report back from the industrial brokers and give an
evaluation of how many acres they could develop.
The Planning Director pointed out that they had interviewed several major industrial
developers and had sent out information when the survey was completed, together with
a survey of the attitudes of the property owners within the industrial corridor.
Councilman Bartlett stated that he believed a decision should be made, that there was
a need for development in the area and that it had been an eyesore for years.
Councilwoman Wieder stated that adequate information had not been presented to
Council, citing in particular the difference of opinion between the Planning Director
and the Economic Development officer.
The City Administrator stated that the Planning Director had presented adequate
information and that the Economic Development Officer's recommendations presented
his point of view.
Dean Albri ht, Environmental Council member, spoke regarding Areas 2 and 8. He
stated that the Environmental Council had prepared a document which was submitted to
Council giving their opinion on the unfavorable aspects of allowing residential dev-
elopment in Area 2, e.g. ,Putting condominiums between general storage yards and
alluding to the noise factors.and lights.
In regard to Area B, Mr. Albright stated that there is litigation pending involving -
fly -ash and sulphuric acid and their effect on the properties surrounding the yards,
and that the Edison steam plant has the same problem. in conclusion, he stated that
as a tax payer, he does not like to see industrial land taken away.
Bill Peterson, Chamber of Commerce, addressed Council regarding the General Plan
Amendment and cited a statement of policy from the Chamber of Commerce on the matter.
Robert Stellrecht, property owner in the area under discussion, spoke in favor of
building homes in the area.
Bruce Greer addressed Council regarding General Plan Amendment 77-1, Areas 1 and 2,
and stated that in his opinion, there was room for many kinds of uses in these areas.
He cited the City dumping grounds and suggested that studies be made to go more into
residential uses, stressing that a decision be made as soon as possible.
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Frank Buccella, property owner in the area under discussion, spoke in favor of
the Planning Department's recommendations. He inquired as to the difference
between medium and low density and the matter was explained by the Planning
Director.
William Miller addressed Council and stated that he had presented two studies
of the area to Council. He summarized the two studies and stated that he.
wished to develop a mobile home park in the area which would accommodate
medium income families, giving reasons why he believed the mobile park would
be favorable to the City.
Councilwoman Wieder inquired and was informed that there was a mobile home
zoning code. She stated that she would be in favor of mobile homes in the area.
In regard to Area 6, Councilman Shenkman stated at this time that he would not
support the recommended action.
Alex Crosman, City, addressed Council and stated that 80% of the people on
Dunbar Street had signed an informal petition requesting R-2 development of the
remainder of Area 7.
Elaine Martin spoke regarding Area 7 and stated that she was not in favor of
increasing the density, that she hoped the City Council would uphold their res-
ponsibility of protecting the homeowners in the area.
Barbara Baker, City, addressed Council in opposition to a zone change in Area 7
and stated that she had a letter from her neighbor who was also opposed to
,Area 7 being included in the proposed zone change.
Robert Karger addressed Council and stated that he was a mushroom grower and
was in favor of the proposed zone change.
Sandra Junsch, Dunbar Street, addressed Council and stated that she would like to
continue to reside in the area, which she termed to be a "moderate family income"
area.
Randy Blanchard addressed Council and stated that he owns 7.acreas of property
under consideration and is in favor of staff recommendations. He spoke regarding
the mud dump and stated that his soil expert had suggested a zone change for the
area in order to induce developers to rectify the situation.
Councilwoman Wieder expressed concern regarding Area 8.
Soa Milkoyitch, Redevelopment Comutissioner, stated that he had met with the Edison
Company earlier in the day relative to Area S. He gave indications of the Edison
Company's intentions. Discussion was held between Council and staff regarding the
matter.
Roselle Sommer addressed Council and spoke regarding her plan to develop patio
homes in Area 9.
Councilman Coen referred to Councilman Siebert's comment that different uses cause
potential problems. He stated with reference to Area 3 that it was probable that
Mr. Buccella would develop high standards, as he has in the past, but that in the
overall picture as proposed, the concept of the General Plan Areas 3 and 9 con-
stitute two-thirds of what might be rezoned to another use.
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Councilman Coen requested that action on Areas 3 and 9 be delayed and stated that
he would not vote in favor of the recommended action at this time.
Councilwoman Wieder stated that she supported Councilman Coen's request and made a
motion to refer the matter back to staff. The motion died for lack of a second.
Mr. Buccella spoke regarding General Plan Amendment Areas 3 and 9 and expressed
concern that there was a consolidation problem in some areas.
Councilman Shenkman inquired of Mrs. Sommer whether she owned all of the area in-
volved in her proposal and she stated that most of it was at present owned by her
or in escrow.
A motion was made by Coen, second Wieder, that he be given the opportunity to go
through the area again and also review the matter with the Economic Development
Officer. Motion carried. Councilwoman Wieder stated that she would also like to
go through the area with Councilman Coen.
The following straw votes were taken on the Planning Commission's recommendations
for the following areas:
Area 1 - South of Ellis Avenue and West of Huntington Street:
Redesignate 7.14 ac. to medium density residential.
Vote: AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: Siebert
ABSENT: Gibbs
Area 2 - North of Slater Avenue and West of Gothard Street:
Redesignate 4.87 ac. to low density residential.
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: Siebert
ABSENT: Gibbs
Area 4 - Gothard Street, South of Heil Avenue:
Retain Industrial designation.
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Siebert, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Gibbs
Area 5 - North of Heil Avenue and West of Gothard Street:
Retain Industrial designation.
AYES: Coen, Siebert, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: Bartlett, Wieder
ABSENT: Gibbs
Area 6 - South of the San Diego Freeway and East of San Angelo Drive:
Redesignate 7.77 acres to high density residential.
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Pattinson
NOES: Shenkman, Siebert
ABSENT: Gibbs
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Area 7 - South of Warner Avenue and East of Bolsa Chica Street:
AYES_: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Siebert, Shenkman,
Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Gibbs
Area 8 - South of Hamilton Avenue and West of Magnolia Street:
Retain Industrial designation.
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Siebert, Shenkman,
Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Gibbs
COUNCILWOMAN GIBBS ARRIVED AT 10:10 PM.
A motion was made by Coen, second Wieder, to defer Area 3 - North of Talbert
Avenue and East of Gothard Street, and Area 9 - South of Talbert Avenue and West
of Beach Blvd. to the August 1, 1977 Council meeting. Lotion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Shenkman, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being no one further present to speak on the matter and there being no
further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
Following further discussion between Council, a motion was made by Wieder, second
Siebert, to defer action on General. Plan Amendment No. 77-1 to the August 1, 1977
Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODES - HEARING OPENED 7/5 77 - CONTINUED TO 11 21 77
Mayor Pattinson announced that this was the day and hour set for the continuance
of a public hearing from July 5, 1977 to consider proposed Conflict of Interest
Codes for all City departments, boards, commissions and committies pursuant to the
Political Reform Act of 1974.
A motion was made by Bartlett, second Coen, to continue the hearing on Conflict of
Interest Codes to November 21, 1977. Motion carried unanimously.
COUNCILMAN SHENK MAN LEFT THE MEETING
RECESS -- RECONVENE
Mayor Pattinson called a recess of Council at 10:30 PM. The Council was reconvened
at 10.35 PM by the Mayor. �. f
PUBLIC HEARING - CODE AMENDMENT 77-8 - APPROVED - ORD NO 2210 - FIRST READING
Mayor Pattinson announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider proposed Code Amendment No. 77-8, "Revisions to C.A.T.V. Regulations",
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initiated by the Planning Department. The purpose of said amendment to Section
9730.8 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code is to permit cable television lines
to'be installed on existing utility poles within subdivisions developed with over-
head utilities.
The City Clerk informed Council that all legal requirements for publication and
posting had been met and that she had received no communication or written protests
to the matter.
Mayor Pattinson declared the hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed,
either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
A motion was made by Coen, second Bartlett, to approve Code Amendment 77-8 and give
Ordinance No. 2210 a first reading by title and waive further reading. Motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman, Wieder
Councilwoman Wieder was not in the Chamber at the time the vote was taken.
RECESS COUNCIL - CONVENE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Pattinson called a recess of the Council. He then called a meeting of the
Huntington Beach Redevelopment Agency to order.
Members Present: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
Members Absent: Shenkman
MINUTES - APPROVED
On motion by Coen, second Bartlett, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 5,
1977 were approved and adopted, as written and on file in the Office of the Clerk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman
RES NO 16 - ADOPTED - RULES FOR OWNER PARTICIPANTS & PROPERTY OWNERS DESIRING TO
PARTICIPATE IN REDEVELOPMENT
The Clerk presented Resolution No. 16 for consideration by the Agency - "A PESO-
LUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING RULES
FOR OWNER PARTICIPANTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS DESIRING TO PARTICIPATE IN REDEVELOPMENT."
The Agency determined that Resolution No. 16 should be amended by inserting the
wording "shall be" for "may be" on Page 2, Line 2, Section 5, subsection (a) of the
Rules for Owner Participants and Property Owners Desiring to Participate in Redevelop-
ment.
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On motion by Gibbs, second Coen, the Agency waived further reading and adopted
Resolution No. 16 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Pattinson adjourned the regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Huntington Beach to Monday, July 25, 1977, at 7:30 P.M., for
the purpose of conducting a joint public hearing with the City Council and
Redevelopment Commission on the Redevelopment Plan and Final EIR for the Warner/
Goldenwest Small Lot Area.
RECONVENE COUNCIL - RECESS COUNCIL
Mayor Pattinson reconvened the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach. He then called a recess of the Council.
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CONVENE PARKING AUTHORITY
Chairman Pattinson called a meeting of the Huntington Beach Parking Authority
to order.
ROLL CALL
Directors Present: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
Directors Absent: Shenkman
MINUTES - APPROVED
On motion by Coen. second Bartlett, the minutes of the regular meeting of
July 5, 1977 were approved and adopted, as written and on file in the Office of
the Secretary. Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Pattinson adjourned the regular meeting of the Parking Authority of the
City of Huntington Beach.
RECONVENE COUNCIL
The Mayor reconvened the meeting of the City Council.
RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED
On motion by Gibbs, second Bartlett, Council directed the City Clerk to read
Resolution Nos. 4490, 4491, 4492, 4493 and 4494 by title, waived further reading
and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman
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RES NO 4490 - ADOPTED - AVERAGE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF LAND IN NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING
THE AVERAGE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF LAND IN ALL NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS FOR THE PURPOSE
OF DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF FEE REQUIRED TO BE PAID IN LIEU OF,DEDICATION OF
LAND.„
RES NO 4491 - ADOPTED - SUPPORT OF SB 792 - GRANTS & REIMBURSEMENTS TO PUBLIC
LIBRARIES
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH SUPPORTING
SENATE BILL 792 PROVIDING FOR A NEW PROGRAM OF GRANTS AND REIMBURSEMENTS TO PUBLIC
LIBRARIES."
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RES NO 4492 - ADOPTED - TOWING SERVICES - INCREASED RATES
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING RESOLUTION
NO 4107, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR TOWING SERVICES FOR THE HUNTINGTON BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO 3826", BY AMENDING SECTION 5 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR
INCREASED RATES FOR TOWING SERVICES."
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RES OF INTENTION NO 4493 - ADOPTED - AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT - PERS
"A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH TO
APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH."
RES NO 4494 ADOPTED - INDEPENDENT STUDY - MAJOR REGIONAL INTER -COUNTY AIRPORT
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH SUPPORTING AN
INDEPENDENT STUDY REGARDING THE LOCATION OF A MAJOR REGIONAL INTER -COUNTY AIRPORT."
ORDINANCES ADOPTED
On motion by Siebert, second Gibbs, Council directed the City Clerk to give Ordinance
Nos. 2207, 2208 and 2209 a first reading by title, waived further reading and adopted
same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Wieder, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman
ORD NO 2207 - ADOPTED - PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT 77-2
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING DISTRICT MAP NO 23 TO INCLUDE PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 77-2
TO PROVIDE FOR NORTHERLY EXTENSION OF SAYBROOK STREET BETWEEN SANTA BARBARA LANE AND
EDINGER AVENUE."
ORD NO 2208 - ADOPTED - PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT 76-6D
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING DISTRICT MAP 2 TO INCLUDE PRI3CISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO 76-6D
TO CONSTRUCT CUL-DE-SAC STREET CLOSURES ON PARK STREET AND PINE STREET AT THE INTER-
SECTIONS WITH UTICA AVENUE."
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ORD NO 2209 - ADOPTED - SPECIAL SERVICE - CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FEES
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SUBSECTIONS 303(e) AND 303(g) OF SECTION 17.04.090
PERTAINING TO SPECIAL SERVICE AND CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FEES."
COUNCILWOMAN WIEDER LEFT.THE MEETING AT THIS TIME.
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PROCEDURES. FOR BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENTS - (CA 77-93)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator presenting
in guideline form the procedure previously adopted by Council for appointments
to City boards and commissions.
On motion by Coen, second Siebert, Council adopted the following procedure for
Council appointments to City boards and commissions: (1) All requests for appoint-
ments or reappointments shall be on the prescribed application form; (2) Council
as a whole may review applications, or appoint a committee of Council members to
review applications; (3) If Council or committee desires more applications than
those received, they may request that an additional press release be given to
newspapers; (4) Council or committee may screen applications and interview only
a portion of the applicants; or committee may screen applicants for interview
with. Council; (5) Applicants interviewed will be rated numerically; (6) The
Council will appoint the new members or reappoint members already serving; (7)
When varying terms of office are desired for a new Commission, a lottery system
shall be used to determine which appointees will serve which term.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shenkman, Wieder
SALE_ OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY - 21632 NEWLAND STREET - READVERTISEMENT AUTHORIZED -
The City Clerk presented a transmittal from the City Administrator of a communication
from the high bidder on surplus property located at the corner of Newland Street and
Edison Way, requesting to be released from any obligation to purchase said property.
On motion by Coen, second Bartlett, Council authorized the City Administrator to
advertise and accept new bids on the property, based on the information disclosed
in the title report, and to refund the bidder's $3,500 deposit. Motion carried
unanimously.
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DEVELOP STANDARDS FOR THE CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX_- DEFERRED- /1/77
The City Clerk presented a staff report relative to deficiencies currently existing
on the Civic Center site plan.
The City Administrator referred to a recent communication from the Planning Depart-
ment regarding deficiencies currently existing on the Civic Center site plan.
On motion by Pattinson, second Bartlett, Council directed that the matter be placed
on the August 1, 1977 agenda, together with recommendations from staff, Motion
carried unanimously.
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BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
The City Administrator spoke regarding a communication which had been sent by Mayor Pattin-
son to Council regarding review of vacancies on Boards and Commissions of which they are
liaison members and the scheduling of a time for review. The City Administrator requested
the Council to contact the Council Secretary and advise her of their availability to meet.
He stated that four interviews would be scheduled prior to the Redevelopment Agency City
Council meeting at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, July 25, 1977, and four would be scheduled follow-
ing the meeting.
TALBERT LAKE - TO BE FILLED
The City Administrator presented a report which had been prepared by Mike Zambory, Acting
Director of Public Works, regarding the status of the Talbert Lake analysis, and stating
that Talbert Lake had been and would be filled from an existing City -owned well, located on
the park property. He stated that the water from the City -owned well had been found un-
suitable for consumption but could be used to fill the lake, with the City paying the cost
of replenishing the underground basin.
A motion was made by Gibbs, second Bartlett, to fill Talbert Lake with water from the ex-
isting City -owned well located on the park property. Motion carried unanimously.
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ORANGE COUNTY DIVISION - LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES - VACANCIES/APPOINTMENTS
The City Clerk presented a transmittal from the City Administrator regarding a communi-
cation received from George Scott indicating openings that require representation from the
Orange County Division of the Leagoe of California Cities, and inquiring whether Council
members would be interested in being appointed to any of the vacancies. No action was
taken at this time../
BOLSA CHICA ANNEXATION STAFF REPORT
The City Administrator informed Council that they had been provided with a staff report
on the Balsa Chica Annexation in response to a request from the Chamber of Commerce.
COMMUNICATION _ CONGRESSMEN HANNAFORD AND PATTERSON
The City Administrator informed Council of a joint communication from Congressmen Hannaford
and Pattinson inviting Council members to attend a meeting in Long Beach to hear Bert
Lance, Director of the Office of Management and Budgets speak on the Carter Administrations'
plans for reorganization of the federal government, stimulating economic growth and bring-
ing about a balanced budget.
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WEST ORANGE COUNTY UNITED CRUSADE - TERMINATION OF LEASE - APPROVED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the West Orange County United Crusade, giving
notice of termination of their lease of the old City Hall premises, due to their re-
location, and thanking Council and staff for their cooperation and interest.
On motion by Gibbs, second Coen, Council accepted termination of the lease between the
City and United Crusade and directed the City Administrator to negotiate leases with the
remaining separate agencies.
HUNTINGTON BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - BOLSA CHICA ANNEXATION - RECEIVED AND FILED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
re -submitting their resolutions dated June 21, 1976 and July 9, 1976, urging annexation
to the City of the Bolsa Chica properties, together with their proposed resolution of
July 18, 1977, reiterating their recommendation of annexation.
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Councilwoman Gibbs stated that Council had received a letter from the Martins,
Co -Presidents of the 'Amigos de Bolsa Chica' and stated that the arguments
presented in their letter should be considered, adding that she would not vote
for annexation.
A motion was made by Gibbs, second Siebert, to receive and file the communication
and proposed resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR LAFCO CONTINUANCE OF BOLSA CHICA ANNEXATION
The Planning Director referred to his recent transmittal relative to the proposed
Bolsa Chica Annexation and stated that the matter would have been put on agenda;
that an Environmental Impact Report had been made and that the Local Agency
Formation Commission agenda was carrying the Annexation issue, scheduled for
July 27, 1977. He stated that it was hoped that some direction would be given
by Council as to how to proceed with the issue.
Mayor Pattinson directed that the matter be placed on the August 15, 1977 agenda,
The Planning Director suggested that Council request a two month continuance on
the Local Agency Formation Commission agenda.
On motion by Bartlett, second Siebert, Council directed that LAF'CO be requested
to continue the subject of the proposed Bolsa Chica annexation for a two month
period. Motion carried unanimously.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION - FUNDS RE UESTED - APPROVED
The City Administrator referred to a communication received from the Equal Oppor-
tunity Employment Commission requesting funding for a planned "Job Fair" to be held
at Ocean View High School October 1, 1977 and recommended that the matter be referred
to the Personnel Board for their advice and recommendation.
A motion was made by Pattinson, second Coen, to refer the matter to the Personnel
Board for their advice and recommendation.
Councilwoman Gibbs expressed concern as to the manner in which the matter was being
handled. She stated that since the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is a
separate commission, it should be autonomous and not subject to the consideration
of another board or commission.
Discussion was held between Council and staff regarding the procedure of consider-
ing requests from separate bodies.
The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Coen, Pattinson
NOES: Bartlett, Gibbs, Siebert
ABSENT: Wieder, Shenkman
Following discussion, a motion was made by Gibbs, second Coen, to grant the request
of the Equal Opportunity Commission in an amount not to exceed $250 to be derived
from the Administrator's Contingency Fund. Motion carried by the following vote;
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AYES: Bartlett, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert
NOES: Pattinson
ABSENT: Wieder, Shenkman
ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
On motion by Bartlett, second Coen, Council directed the City Clerk to give Ordin-
ance No. 2211 a first reading by title and waived further reading of same by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Bartlett, Coen, Gibbs, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Wieder,'Shenkman ,
ORD NO 2211 - FIRST LEADING - PAYMENT OF UTILITIES TAX
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 3.36.160 THROUGH 3.36.210 PERTAINING TO THE PAYMENT OF
UTILITIES TAX."
APPEAL TO DENIAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 77-5 - DEFERRED TO 9 19 77
The City Clerk presented an appeal filed by Central Baptist Temple to the denial by
the Planning Commission of Conditional Use Permit -77-5, which is a request to allow
the construction of a Church and School Facility consisting of Grades K-12, a gym-
nasium, athletic fields and off-street parking. In conjunction with this request,
the City Council will be considering the granting of Negative Declaration No. 77-22,
which is a finding that the proposed project will not have a significant adverse
effect upon the environment. The subject property is located at the south west
corner of Heil Avenue and Gothard Street in the M1 (Light Industrial District).' The
public hearing was closed May 16, 1977 with decision continued to this date. An
additional informal petition listing approximately 22.additional signatures favoring
the project was submitted June 8, 1977.
On motion by Siebert, second Bartlett, Council continued decision on the Appeal to
Denial of -Conditional Use Permit 77-5 to the September 19, 1977 Council meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORANGE COUNTY LEAGUE OF CITIES' DUES
Mayor Pattinson stated that the City of Huntington Beach had not yet paid their dues
to the orange County League of Cities as there was some disagreement as to the amount
to be paid by each of the 26 cities, and that the four larger cities in Orange County
were contributing 60% of the total dues, but were receiving only one vote each. The
three other major contributors are Garden Grove, Anaheim and Santa Ana. Mayor
Pattinson stated that the cities of Garden Grove, Anaheim and Santa Ana were deferring
payment of their dues until the matter could he settled satisfactorily and requested
Councils cooperation in joining them in their action.
On motion by Coen, second Siebert, Council authorized the City of Huntington Beach to
support the position of the Cities of Santa Ana, Garden Grove and Anaheim relative to
the dues payable to the Orange County League of Cities. Motion carried by the follow-
ing vote:
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AXES: Bartlett, Coen, Siebert, Pattinson
NOES: Gibbs
ABSENT: Wieder, Shenkman
PROPOSED DEPARTMENT HEAD SALARIES - ACTION DEFERRED
Mayor Pattinson stated that he had submitted a letter to Council regarding the
proposed department head salaries, but in the absence of a full Council, he
requested and was granted permission to defer the matter to the next Council
meeting at which time there would be full Council attendance.
INVESTIGATION - HYPNOSIS
Councilman Siebert stated that it had come to his attention that the City Council
had approved an ordinance code change which allowed granting of a business license
to Dr. Franklin M. McCann, Hypnotist, and that he had received a communication
from Dr. Matthew Duncan repudiating Dr. McCann's application. He further stated
that the City Administrator was familiar with the situation. Councilman Siebert
stated that he was surprised by the questions presented relative to Dr. McCann's
business. Councilman Siebert explained that the reason the code change was
approved by the City Council was that the existing Ordinance stated that hypnosis
could not be practiced in the City of Huntington Beach. He stated that Dr. Duncan,
Professor at Golden West College had gone through the communication from Dr. McCann
and found numerous misrepresentations to the City Council and following further
investigation, Councilman Siebert concurred with Dr. Duncan. Councilman Siebert
suggested that if said misrepresentations are substantiated, it would be improper
for the City to allow Dr. McCann to continue to be licensed and Council should take
action upon the information received.
Mayor Pattinson stated that he was unaware of.the problem and referred the matter
to the City Administrator, together with a copy of Dr. Duncan's questions, to be
brought before Council in two weeks, with a recommendation from the City Attorney,
following investigation.
The City Administrator stated that an investigation was already_.underway-with the
State, and that he had been in contact with Dr. Duncan regarding the matter, which
had been directed to the Chief of Police.
Councilman Siebert urged Council to take direct action and suggested that the City
Administrator work with the City Attorney to determine the validity of questions
brought up by Dr. Duncan.
A motion was made by Siebert, second Bartlett, that Council direct the City Admini-
strator to investigate all the points made in Dr. Duncan's communication and sub-
stantiate them one way or the other, return the findings to Council and if Council
had -been misled, the license b� revoked. Motion carried unanimously.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ANNUAL REPORT - RECEIVED AND FILED
The City Clerk presented a transmittal from the Department of Public Works of their
Annual Report summarizing the programs and accomplishments of the Public Works Depart-
ment during the calendar year ending December 31, 1976. The Annual Report was
received and filed.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION - LAND SALES AGREEMENT - SECTION 8 HOUSING -
APPROVED
The City Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director of an agreement
between the City and Delma Corporation relative to the construction of 185 sub-
sidized apartments for the elderly under the Section 8 New Construction Program.
On motion by Bartlett, second Gibbs, Council approved and authorized execution of
an agreement between the City and Delma Corporation stipulating the terms and price
of the sale of property located at Main and Florida to the HUD selected developer,
relative to the construction of 185 subsidized apartments for the elderly under the
Section 8 New Construction Program. Motion carried unanimously.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT - THE HUNTINGTON BEACH GENERAL PLAN - RECEIVED & FILED
The City Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Department of the "Second
Draft Revision" of the Huntington Beach General Plan, which was received and filed.
GARDEN GROVE SANITARY DISTRICT RESOLUTION - SIMILAR RESOLUTION TO BE PREPARED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Garden Grove Sanitary District,
transmitting their resolution urging the Orange County Board of Supervisors to
authorize purchase of and budget for equipment urgently needed at transfer stations
and landfills.
On motion by Bartlett, second Siebert, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare
a similar resolution for adoption by Council. Motion carried unanimously.
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CITY OF ANAHEIM RESOLUTION - PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - DRIVER'S LICENSE -
SIMILAR RESOLUTIONS TO BE PREPARED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City of Anaheim transmitting their
resolution urging enactment of legislation to require proof of financial responsi-
bility prior to the issuance of a driver's license.
Councilman Coen stated that the City of Anaheim resolution regarding proof of financial
responsibility prior to the issuance of a driver's license was an excellent one, and
recormended that the City of Huntington Beach prepare a similar resolution to be sub-
mitted to the State.
A motion was made by Coen, second Siebert, that the City Attorney prepare a resolution
similar to that adopted by the City of Anaheim. Motion carried unanimously.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION CALLED
Mayor Pattinson called an Executive Session of the City Council at 11:30 P.M. for the
purpose of discussing litigation and personnel matters.
RECESS - RECONVENE
Mayor Pattinson called a recess of the Council. at 11:30 P.M. The meeting was reconvened
by the Mayor at 12:30 A.M.
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CIVIL ACTION NO 27-16-66 --ORANGE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT _ OUTSIDE COUNSEL
RETAINED
On motion by Coen, second Bartlett, Council directed that the firm of Mitchell,
Silberberg & Knupp be retained to review the matter of Civil Action No. 27-16-66
and advise Council as to appropriate action. Motion carried unanimously.
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On motion by Pattinson, second Bartlett, the regular meeting of the City Council
of the City of Huntington Beach adjourned at 12:30 A.M. to Monday, July 25, 1977
at 6:30 P.M. in Room B-8, Civic Center. Motion carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
Alicia M. Wentworth
City Clerk
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
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Ronald R. Pattinson
Mayor
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