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Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, October 5, 1981 .
A tape recording of this meeting is
on file in the City Clerk's Office
Mayor Finley called the adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach to order at 5:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Kelly
MacAllister (arrived at 5:43 P.M.), Mandic (arrived at 5:43 P.M.),
Thomas (arrived during executive session)
Absent: None
William Hamilton & Associates - Management Consultant Presentation
Mr. William Hamilton, Management Consultant, presented an overview of the pro-
posed Management Study and Implementation Program. After presenting background
information regarding the expertise of his company, Mr. Hamilton outlined the
method that would be utilized to develop personnel management, efficiency and
effectiveness. Mr. Nick Nichols spoke regarding personnel administration; Mr.
Bill Taylor spoke regarding the methodology and skills the company would bring
to the project and what they hope to accomplish, particularly regarding the
Public Works and Development Services Departments.
Council held discussion regarding the matter and clarified various aspects of
the.proposal'through discussion with Mr. Hamilton and his associates.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Mayor called an Executive Session of Council to order at 6:30 P.M., to
discuss personnel and litigation matters.
RECESS _ RECONVENE
The Mayor called a recess of Council at 6:30 P.M. The meeting was reconvened
at 7:30 P.M.
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ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor declared the adjourned regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Huntington Beach adjourned.
ATTEST:
City Clerk and ex-officio C er
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
City Clerk Mayor
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MINUTES
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, October 5, 1981
A tape recording of this meeting is
on file in the City Clerk's Office
Mayor Finley called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach to order at 7:30 P.M.
The Flag Ceremony was conducted by Girl Scout Troop 1741. The Pledge of Allegi-
ance was led by Tiffany Miller.
The Invocation was given by Janet Heckman.
ROLL CALL
Present: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
Absent: None
PRESENTATION - WELCOME TO HUNTINGTON SAVINGS & LOAN
Mayor Finley presented the Keys to the City to Bob Terry and Mark Wright, Presi-
dent of the Huntington Savings and Loan to welcome the organization to the City.
URGENCY ORDINANCE NO 2509 - ADOPTED - MOBILEHOME PARK CONVERSION MORATORIUM
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider the adoption of Urgency Ordinance No. 2509 extending a moratorium on
the conversion of mobilehome parks to other uses. The moratorium is an urgency
measure to provide additional time for the Department of Development Services
and the Planning Commission to consider effective means for the orderly conver-
sion of mobilehome parks to other uses so that random displacement of persons
now dwelling in mobilhomes may be avoided.
The City.Clerk announced that all legal requirements for publication and posting
had been met, and that she had received no communications or written protests to
the matter.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
James Knowles stated that four months was enough time to develop an ordinance
regar Ong mo ilehome park conversion.
Ellen Trent stated her appreciation of Council's efforts on behalf of mobilehome
owners and requested that a mobilehome park conversion ordinance be adopted by
January 1, 1982, before the next city election.
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Chalmer Wire stated that he believed a mobilehome conversion ordinance should
be completed before the next city election. He also requested that all mobile -
home parks in the city be zoned mobilehome parks.
Al Caraccia stated that he believed that the city had a good basis in their
draft of a mobilehome park conversion ordinance, he requested that the ordi-
nance be adopted before the next city election.
Cordon O'Rourke requested that Council change all the zoning of the non -con-
forming mobilehome parks to mobilehome park zoning as soon as possible.
Brian Medina spoke regarding relative profits of property developed for mobile -
home parks or as residential developments and stated that he believed a property
owner making such a conversion should pay mitigating costs to mobilehome owners
if they had to move.
Ral h Me er.urged Council to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 2509 and to rezone
mobilehome parks that are not so zoned.
Everett Brake urged Council to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 2509 and to rezone
the non -conforming mobilehome parks to mobilehome park zoning.
There being no one present to speak further on the matter and there being no
protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
Discussion was held regarding zoning of non -conforming mobilehome parks to a
mobilehome zoning.
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2509 for Council consideration - "AN
URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH IMPOSING AN EIGHT -MONTH MORA-
TORIUM ON THE CONVERSION OF MOBILEHOME PARKS TO OTHER USES."
A motion was made by Kelly, seconded by Bailey, to adopt Urgency Ordinance No.
2509, after reading by title. Following further discussion, the motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RECESS - RECONVENE
The Mayor called a recess of Council at 8:30 P.M. The meeting was reconvened
at 8:35 P.M.
PUBLIC HEARING - ZC 81-8 - APPROVED AS AMENDED - ORDINANCE N0 2513 - INTRODUCTION
PROV D - BE CH BLVD/S WARNER
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider Zone Case No. 81-8, a request to change the zoning on .27 acres of
property located west of "A" Street, approximately eighty feet south of the
centerline of Warner Avenue from R2 (Medium Density Residential) to C2 (Community
Business District). The Mayor stated that Council would also consider a change
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of zone on the above described property from R2 (Medium Density Residential
District to "Q". C4 (Highway Commercial District combined with a Qualified
Classification limiting the land uses on subject property to professional
offices and services).
The City Clerk announced that all legal requirements for notification, publi-
cation and posting had been met,. and that she had received no communications
or written protests to the matter.
The Director of Development Services presented slides and gave background in-
formation regarding the matter. Discussion was held regarding the recommenda-
tions made by the Planning Commission and planning staff.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
Mike McMahan submitted an informal petition to Council listing approximately
27 signatures opposing Zone Case 81-8 and stated that he did not see any cir-
cumstances to warrant a change in zoning.
There being no one present to speak further on the matter and there being no
further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the
Mayor.
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2513 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDI-
NANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE OF ZONING
FROM MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO QUALIFIED HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL DIS-
TRICT ON REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ON BEACH BOULEVARD SOUTH OF WARNER
AVENUE (ZONE CASE NO. 81-8)".
Discussion was held regarding the matter. The Director of Development Services
presented a viewgraph of the area.
A'motion was made by MacAllister, seconded by Mandic, to approve Zone Case 81-8,
as amended by staff to reflect a change of zone on the subject property from
R2.(Medium Density Residential District) to "Q" C4 Highway Commercial District
combined with a qualified classification, require a 110 foot setback from the
Sectional District Line, and approve introduction of Ordinance No. 2513, after
reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Finley, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: Thomas, Pattinson, Bailey
ABSENT: None
Councilmen Thomas and Pattinson left the room.
PUBLIC HEARING - ZC 81-12 - APPROVED - ORDINANCE NO 2516 - INTRODUCTION APPROVED
BOTH SIDES OF PCH AT EASTERLY CITY LIMITS
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider Zone Case No. 81-12, the addition of the FP-i Suffix (Flood Plain, One)
to the existing zoning on the property located at the north of the Santa Ana
River. The Mayor.stated that the existing zoning on these properties are LUD
(Limited Use District) and CF-R (Community Facility Recreation). The property
is located on the west side of the Santa Ana River from the Orange County Flood
Control Channel to the ocean.
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The City Clerk announced that all legal requirements for notification, publica-
tion and posting had been met, and that she had received no communications or
written protests to the matter.
The Director of Development Services presented slides of the area.
Councilman MacAllister inquired as to who had jurisdiction over the maintenance
of the bike trail or parking on the property. The Public Works Director stated
that it was supposed to be maintained by the State and that he would be meeting
with a representative from the State Tuesday, October 6, 1981 and would transmit
Councilman MacAllister's concerns regarding the matter.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter and there being no protests
field, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2516 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM LIMITED
USE AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT WITH RECREATIONAL AREAS TO LIMITED USE
DISTRICT-FLOODPLAIN 1 AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT WITH RECREATIONAL AREAS-
FLOODPLAIN 1 ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON BOTH SIDES OF PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AT THE
EASTERLY CITY LIMITS (ZONE CASE NO. 81-12)".
On motion by MacAllister, second Kelly, Council approved Zone Case 81-12 and
approved introduction of Ordinance No. 2516, after reading by title, by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT:. (Thomas, Pattinson out of the room)
Councilmen Pattinson and Thomas returned to the room.
PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL TO PC DENIAL OF CE #81-17 - DENIED - CORONA DEVELOPMENT -
11TH/OLIVE
The Mayor announced that this is the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider an appeal filed by Corona Development Company to the Planning Commission's
denial of Conditional Exception 81-17, to permit a portion of the main building to
be constructed with zero foot side yard on both sides, on property located at the
southeast corner of llth Street and Olive Avenue.
The City Clerk announced that all legal requirements for notification, publication
and posting had been met, and that she had received no comunications or written
protests to the matter.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
Elsa Green spoke in opposition to the matter and requested that Council deny
the appeal.
Leonard Wright spoke in opposition to the appeal and stated that the project was
not compatible with the area.
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Thee being no one present to speak further on the matter and there being no
further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the
Mayor.
Discussion was held regarding .the matter.
Mr. Joiner, architect for the porject and representative for Mr. Corona, stated
that there were lots on California Street with that type of side yard.
On motion by Mandic, second Bailey, Council sustained the Planning Commission's
decision and denied Conditional Exception 81-17 with the following findings;
1. Since the Townlot Specific Plan allows for individual detached units on
a zero lotline development on 25 foot lots in the Townlot area, there is
no exceptional circumstance unique to the petitioned property that de-
prives it of privileges normally enjoyed.
2. Since the Townlot Specific Plan allows for zero lotline development with
a minimum of five foot separation between every other unit, the granting
of this conditional exception would constitute a grant of special privi-
lege inconsistent with normal limitations.
3. The Townlot Specific Plan allows for the development of these individual
25 foot lots, therefore, this conditional exception is not necessary for
the preservation and enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES:. None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC WEARING - APPEAL TO PC DENIAL OF CE #81-18 - DENIED -- CORONA DEVELOPMENT
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider an appeal filed by Corona Development Company to the Planning Commis-
sion's denial of Conditional Exception 81-18 to permit a portion of the main
building to be constructed with zero foot side yard on both sides, on property
located at the southeast corner of 18th Street and Orange Avenue,
The City Clerk announced that all legal requirements for.notification, publica-
tion and posting had been met and that she had received a letter from Mary Kay
Lloyd in opposition to Conditional Exception 81-18.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
Mr. Joiner, representing Mr. Corona, related their difficulties in getting
clarification and an interpretation regarding the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code Section 9356.4 (ii},
Discussion was held between Council and the City Attorney regarding the matter.
There being no one present to speak further on the matter and there being no
protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
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On motion by Mandic, second Thomas, Council sustained the Planning Commission's
decision.and.denied Conditional Exception..81-18 with the following findings:
1. Since the Townlot Specific Plan allows for individual detached units on
a zero lotline development on 25 foot lots in the Townlot area, there
is no exceptional circumstance unique to the petitioned property that
deprives it of privileges normally enjoyed.
2. Since the Townlot Specific Plan allows for zero lotline development with
a minimum of five foot separation between every other unit, the granting
of this conditional exception would constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with normal limitations.
3. The Townlot Specific Plan allows for the development of these individual
25 foot lots, therefore, this conditional exception is not necessary for
the preservation and enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES; MacAllister, Thomas Pattinson, Finley, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL TO PC DENIAL OF CUP 81-6 & CE 81-09 - DENIED - J DON
HARTFELDER
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider an appeal to the Huntington Beach Planning Commission's denial of Condi-
tional Use Permit No. 81-6 and Conditional Exception No. 81-09, a- request to
modify and expand the existing Huntington Harbour Bay and Racquet Club located
on the north side of Warner Avenue between Sceptre and Edgewater Lanes in the
ROS (Recreational Open Space) District.
The City Clerk announced that all legal requirements for notification, publica-
tion and posting had been met, and that she had received no communications or
written protests to the matter.
Councilman Pattinson stated that as he was a member of the Huntington Harbour
Bay and Racquet Club he would abstain from consideration of the matter due to
a possible conflict of interest.
Councilman Pattinson vacated his seat.'
The Development Services Director presented renderings of the project showing
proposed changes.
Councilman MacAllister spoke regarding a letter dated October 5, 1981 from Attorney
Bruce Werlhof regarding a legal precedence. Discussion was held with the City
Attorney regarding the matter.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
Don Hartfelder, architect, gave the history of the project and their efforts to
solve the problems that homeowners saw regarding the project.
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Councilman Mandic'questioned Mr. Hartfelder regarding ownership of the project
and improvements that had been accomplished in the past.
Bruce Werlhof spoke regarding the changes they wanted to make to the establish-
ment. He referred to the letter he wrote to Council requesting a continuance
of the matter.
Marc Rubin stated that an organization had offered to purchase the club. He
requested that Council deny the appeal and protect the recreational open space.
Marvin Beitner stated that he was a member of the club and supported the club
and that the proposed development was not one that the clubmembers wanted. He
urged Council to sustain the Planning Commission's decision and not allow the
development.
Alberta Sprik presented an informal petition, listing approximately 557 signa-
tures in opposition to the appeal, to the City Clerk.
Morris Stone stated that he believed that guest cottages were not a proper use
for that location and requested that Council deny the appeal.
Luis Cardenas stated that he had been a clubmember for many years. He spoke
in opposition to the appeal. He also offered a proposition to the owners of
the club stating that he would meet them in the Mayor's office the following
day with a check for 11,OOO,000 to purchase the club.
L. C. Hubbard requested that Council support the Recreation Open Space zoning.
Peter Young stated that he agreed with all the objections made by previous
speakers and that he believed that the proposed development was a violation of
open space.
Clifford Raab stated that he agreed with the previous speakers and was in opposi-
tion to the development.
Neil Wells stated that he represented twelve homeowners on Edgewater Lane and
that they were in support of the Club's plan. He requested that Council reverse
the decision of the Planning Commission and grant the appeal.
Doris Adha our stated that she was the owner of the Huntington Harbour Bay and
Racquet ub and that the development of the club was necessary to make a profit
and prevent the club from becoming rundown and a detriment to the community.
There being no one present to speak further on the matter and there being no
further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
Extensive discussion was held regarding the matter. Councilman MacAllister re-
quested research as to whether a hotel could be built in the water. Discussion
was held regarding the findings of fact and it was the consensus of Council that
the words "...i.e. residential development, whether temporary or not." be deleted.
A motion was made by MacAllister, seconded by Thomas, to sustain the Planning
Commission and deny Conditional Use Permit 81-6 with the following amended findings:
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1. The intent of the ROS zone as established did not include uses of
this type.
2. Zoning prior to ROS was Rl. If the zoning was as it had been, the
use would not be permitted. The proposed use does not conform to use
of surrounding properties.
3. Lot coverage is doubled over that which currently exists.
4. Competitive and recreational tennis would be virtually eliminated,
contrary to the intent of the ROS zone which is to enhance recreation
uses.
Also, to deny Conditional Exception 81-09 with the following findings: The
applicant failed to demonstrate a hardship pursuant to the provisions set forth
in Article 983 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Pattinson
ABSENT: None
Councilman Pattinson resumed his seat.
RECESS - RECONVENE
The Mayor called a recess of Council at 11:10 P.M. The meeting was reconvened
at 11:20 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lee Yadrick expressed her gratitude to the Director of Community Services for
his reports concerning Langenbeck Park and urged Council to approve the specifi-
cations for the park.
Carol Caruthers spoke regarding the history of Langenbeck Park and requested
approval of the full eighteen acres of the park.
Arden Pratt urged Council to approve specifications for an eighteen acre park
and.gave reasons.why this should be so approved.
Gail Langenbeck stated that she believed that the Councilmembers knew all of
the facts, and that they were people of integrity and would vote accordingly.
Robert Ford, Vice -President of the Huntington Viewpoint Association, urged
Council to install less equipment in Helme Park, specifically: a baseball back-
stop, a sand volleyball court and a half basketball court.
Denise Dieterman spoke regarding the possible flooding of her three houses on
Xsh Street and requested assistance in the matter.
Mayor Finley requested the City Administrator to direct staff to look into the
matter.
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ALLOCATION OF LOCAL OPTION FUNDS TO FEEDBACK FOUNDATION FOR PROPOSED HOMESHARE
PROGRAM - APPROVED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Development Services Depart-
ment, Housing and Community Development Division regarding allocation of Local
Option Funds to Feedback Foundation, Inc., for a proposed Homeshare.
Shirley. Cohen, Program Manager, Feedback Foundation, described the proposed pro-
gram to Council.
John Braithwaite, Development Manager, Feedback Foundation, stated that a second
year budget had been submitted.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Mandic, seconded by Kelly, to approve
the Citizens Advisory Board recommendation to permit the use of the $6,000 in
the Housing and Community Development Sixth Year Local Option funds previously
allocated to.the remodeling of the Main Street branch library for the Feedback
Foundation's proposed "Homeshare" program for a six-month trial period, and.
authorize the preparation of an agreement for these services between the City
and the Feedback Foundation. The motion carried by the following roil caul vote:
AYES: Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CLAENDAR - ITEMS REMOVED
Councilman Mandic requested that the item pertaining the Helme and Langenbeck
parks be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. The item
pertaining to the lease agreement for the Bushard neighborhood gymnasium was
removed at the request of Councilman Pattinson. Councilwoman Bailey requested
that the.item pertaining to crossing guard liability insurance be removed for
separate consideration.
CONSENT CALENDAR - (ITEMS APPROVED)
On motion by MacAllister, second Kelly, the following items were approved, as
recommended, with Councilwoman Bailey abstaining from voting on the item pertain-
ing to Tract 8636 and Councilman Mandic abstaining from voting on the item pertain-
ing to Resolution No. 5043, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MINUTES - Approved, minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of September 21,
1981, the regular meeting of September 21, 1981 and the adjourned regular meet-
ing of September 28, 1981, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
SIGNAL MODIFICATIONS - BOLSA/GRAHAM - CC-564 - PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS/CALL FOR
BIDS - Approved plans and specifications for the construction of signal modifi-
cations at the intersection of Bolsa Avenue and Graham Street and authorized the
Department of Public Works to advertise for bids.
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RESOLUTION NO 5040 - ADOPTED - AGREEMENT - HEALTH SERVICES - COUNTY OF ORANGE -
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT FOR PROVISION
OF HEALTH SERVICES WITH COUNTY OF ORANGE."
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ENVIRONMENTAL_ BOARD RESIGNATION - GARLAND.- Accepted with regret, the resignation
of Frances I. Garland from the Environmental Board,
TRACT 8636 - HARBOUR PACIFIC LTD - NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Accepted improvements
dedicated for public use, authorized release of the Faithful Performance Bond,
Monument Bond on property located south of Edinger Avenue, west of Trinidad and
instructed the City Clerk to notify the developer and the City Treasurer to
notify the bonding company..
Councilwoman Bailey abstained from voting on the matter.
RESOLUTION_ NO 5042 - ADOPTED - ACQUIRING FEDERAL SURPLUS PROPERTY - "A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTI GTON BEACH AUTHORIZING CERTAIN CITY
OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES TO REPRESENT THE CITY IN ACQUIRING FEDERAL SURPLUS PROPERTY
AND EXECUTING DOCUMENTS RELATIVE TO SUCH ACQUISITION."
RESOLUTION NO 5043 - ADOPTED - DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - WARNER/E ASARI
"A RESOLUTION OF —THE CITY CO-MCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTING -TON -BEACH DECLARING THAT
THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRES THE DISPOSITION OF CERTAIN SURPLUS
PROPERTY, GENERALLY LOCATED ON WARNER AVENUE EAST OF ASARI LANE."
Councilman Mandic abstained from voting on this matter.
EDINGER AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS BETWEEN BOLSA CHICA ST & COUNTESS DRIVE - CC-442 -
AFHP - 1027 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Accepted the work on the Edinger Avenue
Improvements between Bolsa Chica STreet and Countess Drive, completed by Silveri
& Ruiz fora total of $418,274.69 and instructed the City Clerk to file a Notice
of Completion.
PARCEL MAP 81-558 - INDIANAPOLIS HOUSES - Approved the final parcel map and
accepted offer of dedication pursuant to the mandatory findings set forth by the
Board of Zoning Adjustments on property located on the south side of Indianapolis
Street, west of Florida Street, and instructed the City Clerk to execute same and
to release to the County for processing.
HELME & LANGENBECK PARKS - PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS/CALL FOR BIDS - APPROVED
The City -Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Community Services
and the Director of Public Works requesting that Council approve the plans and
specifications for Helme and Langenback neighborhood parks and to authorize staff
to advertise for bids.
Discussion was held regarding the proposed baseball backstop at Helme park.
A motion was made by MacAllister to approve the plans and specifications for
Helme park, less the baseball backstop. The motion died for lack of a second.
The Director of Community Services stated that a small backstop would be used
and that if it did not work out it could be removed.
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A motion was made by Bailey, seconded by MacAllister, to continue consideration
of Helme Park for two weeks. The motion carried unanimously.
The Director of Community Services stated that the bid was written for both
parks.
A motion was made by Pattinson, seconded by MacAllister, to reconsider the last
motion to continue the matter of Helme Park for two weeks. The motion carried
unanimously.
A motion was made by Pattinson, seconded by Thomas, to approve the plans and
specifications for Helme and Langenback parks and to authorize staff to advertise
for bids.
Following discussion, the motion was withdrawn.
The motion made by Bailey, seconded by MacAllister, to continue consideration
of Helme Park for two weeks, was revoted and failed by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: None
NOES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic
ABSTAIN: Kelly
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Pattinson, seconded by MacAllister, to approve the plans
and specifications for Helme and Langenback Parks and to authorize staff to
advertise for bids. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Kelly
NOES: Mandic
ABSENT: None
REVISED LEASE AGREEMENT & RATIFICATION OF MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE BUSHARD
NEIGHB RHOOD GYM ASIUM - APPROVED AS AMENDED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Senior Community Development
Specialist requesting that Council approve and authorize the execution of a
lease agreement between the Fountain Valley School District and the City of
Huntington Beach, and the Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to.the approved Management
Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach, the Huntington Beach Boys' Club
and the Fountain Valley School District,
Councilman MacAllister stated that as he was a member of the Board of Directors
of the Boys' Club he was obliged to abstain from voting on the issue, due to a
conflict of interest.
Councilman MacAllister stated his concerns regarding an insurance clause in the
agreement. Discussion was held regarding the matter of deleting fire, flood and
extended coverage insurance on all structures in both the lease agreement and the
supplement to the management agreement.
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A motion was made by Pattinson, seconded by Mandic, to delete subsection C of
Chapter 7 and to approve and authorize.the execution of the amended revised
lease agreement between the Fountain Valley School District and the City of
Huntington Beach, and the amended Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the approved
Management Agreement between the City of.Huntington Beach; the Huntington Beach
.Boys' Club and the Fountain Valley School District. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: MacAllister
ABSENT: None
CROSSING GUARD LIABILITY INSURANCE - APPROVED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Treasurer requesting that
Council approve the purchase of Crossing Guard Liability Coverage (both paid and
volunteer) for the first dollar to $250,000 from Coast Insurance Agency for $5,160
for one year premium and to approve the transfer of $2,000 in funds from Miscel-
laneous Contingency Account #101593.
Discussion was held regarding the matter.
On motion by Pattinson, second MacAllister, Council approved purchase of Crossing
Guard Liability Coverage (both paid and volunteer) for first dollar to $250,000
from Coast Insurance Agency for $5,160 for one year premium and approved transfer
of $2,000 in funds from Miscellaneous Contingency Account #101593. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: Bailey
ABSENT: None
MANAGEMENT STUDY & IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - APPROVED
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator regarding his
desire to engage.a management consultant firm to study ways of improving efficiencies
in City operations.
The City Administrator stated that he had interviewed three companies and he
recommended William Hamilton and Associates,
On motion by Mandic, second MacAllister, Council approved the selection of William
Hamilton and Associates to provide the services outlined in their proposal and
requested the City Attorney to approve as to form the agreement and authorized
funding of the project from the City`s Contingency Fund. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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HOUSING COMMITTEE DISCUSSION
Mayor Finley stated that Council had agreed to join with the Board of Realtors
on a Housing Study and that the committee now wanted to expand to twenty members
so that they can have subcommittees to study various issues. She requested that
Councilmembers submit appropriate names to her.
NO PARKING SIGNS DISCUSSED - PCH BETWEEN MAGNOLIA AND SANTA ANA RIVER
Councilman Pattinson stated his concern that the "no parking" signs on the south
side of Pacific Coast Highway between Magnolia Street and the Santa Ana River
had been stolen and that there is a litter problem again. Following discussion,
it was the consensus of Council that the signs be replaced and that the area be
striped.
ZERO LOT LINE DISCUSSED - REFERRED TO STAFF AND PLANNING COMMISSION
Councilman Pattinson stated his concern regarding confusion in the planning code
relative to zero lot line.
It was the consensus of Council to direct staff and the Planning.Commission
to -assess the existing ordinances as it reads_ relative to zero lot line and
eliminate the confusion in the code.
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT RATING DISCUSSED - LETTER OF PROTEST TO 8E SENT
Councilwoman Bailey stated her concern regarding the low rating the United States
Bureau of Land Management gave Huntington Beach.
It was the consensus of Council that a formal protest by letter be directed to
the United States Land Management Bureau and that clippings of positive newspaper
editorials be included with the letter.
PCTA
Councilman MacAllister reported regarding the Public Cable Television Authority
and stated that the next meeting would be held October 8, 1981 at 7:30 A.M. at
Brewsters Restaurant.
STEAMCLEAN SIDEWALKS - MAIN STREET - DISCUSSION
Councilman MacAllister suggested that the sidewalks on Main Street be steam -
cleaned on a one-time basis. He stated he would bring back information regarding
the matter to the next meeting.
CHURCH BUS PARKING AT BEACH
Councilman Mandic stated that a letter had been received from a church in Montclair
regarding a free bus pass for the city beaches.
The Director of Community Services stated that there has never been a free bus
pass and that a fee has always been required.
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MOBILEHOME PARK CONVERSION - FAILED
Councilman Thomas stated his concern regarding the conversion of mobilehome
parks in the city.
A motion was made by Thomas, seconded by Bailey, directing staff to rezone
all mobilehome parks that they can MH, and General Plan the others. The motion
failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Thomas, Finley, Bailey
NOES: MacAllister, Pattinson, Mandic, Kelly
ABSENT: None
FINA - LCP - STUDY SESSION SCHEDULED - 11/5/81
Following discussion, a study session on the subject of the Petrofina Corporation
and the subject of the Local Coastal Plan was scheduled for Thursday, November
5, 1981 at 7:00 P.M.
ORDINANCE NO 2507 - ADOPTED - LATE CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUITONS
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2507 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL.
GORE BY REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.010, 2.04.050 and 2.04.090, AND ADDING THERETO
CHAPTER 2.05 REGULATING CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE REPORTING OF LATE CAMPAIGN
CONTRIBUTIONS."
On motion by Kelly, second MacAllister, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2507,
after reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Mandic, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Mandic left the meeting.
ORDINANCE NO 2508 - ADOPTED - DEPOSIT FOR WATER SERVICE
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2508 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 14.12.090 ESTABLISHING A DEPOSIT FOR WATER SERVICE."
on motion by Kelly, second Bailey, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2508, after
reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Bailey, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mandic
ORDINANCE NO 2510 - ADOPTED - REGULATING STREET VISIBILITY, SIGHT ANGLES, FENCES,
SETBACKS, YARDS - OLDTOWN/TOWNLOT SPECIFIC PLANS
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2510 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 9152, 9156.4, 9158, 9352, 9356.4, 9358; AND ADDING THERETO
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DIAGRAMS NUMBERED 9156.4.1.1 AND 9356.4.1.1, ALL REGULATING STREET VISIBILITY,
SIGHT ANGLESs FENCES, SETBACKS AND YARDS IN OLDTOWN AND TOWNLOT SPECIFIC PLANS."
On motion by Kelly, second Bailey, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2510, after
reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Finley, Bailey, Kelly
NOES: Pattinson
ABSENT: Mandic
ORDINANCE NO 2511 - ADOPTED - COMPACT CAR PARKING
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2511 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9791, AND ADDING SECTIONS 9792.8 THROUGH 9792.8.2 RELAT-
ING TO COMPACT CAR PARKING."
On motion by Kelly, second Pattinson, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2511, after
reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Kelly
NOES: Finley, Bailey
ABSENT:. Mandic
ORDINANCE NO 2512 - ADOPTED - MEMBERS OF BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2512 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9810.1 PERTAINING TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF ZONING
ADJUSTMENTS."
On motion by Kelly, second MacAllister, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2512,
after reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Kelly
HOES: Bailey
ABSENT: Mandic
ORDINANCE NO 2515 - ADOPTED - PAINTING OF OIL PRODUCTION E UIPMENT
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2515 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 15.24.060 RELATING TO PAINTING OF OIL PRODUCTION EQUIP-
MENT."
On motion by Kelly, second Pattinson, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2515, after
reading by title, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MacAllister, Pattinson, Finley, Kelly
NOES: Bailey
ABSTAIN: Thomas
ABSENT: Mandic
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ORDINANCE NO 2517 FAILED - KEEPING CERTAIN ANIMALS AND FOWL
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 2517 for Council consideration - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 7.12.040 AND 7.12.120; AND ADDING THERETO SECTION 7.72.29U
RELATING TO KEEPING CERTAIN ANIMALS AND FOWL."
A motion was made by Pattinson, seconded by MacAllister, to table Ordinance No.
2517. The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Thomas, Pattinson, Finley
NOES: MacAllister, Bailey, Kelly
ABSENT: Mandic
A motion was made by Bailey, seconded by Kelly, to approve introduction of Ordi-
nance No. 2517, after reading by title. Following discussion, the motion failed
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bailey
NOES: MacAllister, Thomas, Pattinson, Finley, Kelly
ABSENT: Mandic
An.n!RNMFNT.
The regular meeting of the City Council
to October 19, 1981 at 7:30 P.M. in the
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City Clerk
of the City of Huntington Beach adjourned
Council Chamber.
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
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Mayor
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