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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Tuesday, February 19, 1991
A videotape recording of this meeting is
on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Green called the regular meetings of the City Council and the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 7 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Winchell, Silva, Green, Kelly, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson
ABSENT: MacAllister
FLAG CEREMONY AND INVOCATION
The Flag Ceremony was conducted by the First Battalion 558 Infantry Explorers,
Advisor Gil Goerper. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cpt. John Tryon, and
the Invocation was given by Sgt. Phillip Cueva.
PRESENTATION BY SGT GIL COERPER - 558 INFANTRY EXPLORERS - YELL RIBBONS TO
COUNCIL - DE. ERT STORM
Sgt. Gil Coerper of 558 Infantry Explorers presented yellow ribbons to members
of the City Council. The Explorers are selling them to raise money to send a
care package to a fellow explorer in Desert Storm.
PROCLAMATI N 'BOY SCOUT MON-THN - MARCH
Mayor Green presented a proclamation designating March as "Boy Scout Month" to
558 Infantry Explorer Advisor Gil Coerper.
PRESENTATION - GRANT DEED RE: HOLLY SEACLIFF AGREEMENT - LINEAR PARK
Bill Holman of Pacific Coast Homes and Tom Zanick of Urban West Communities
presented a Grant Deed of land as part of the Holly Seacliff Agreement to
Mayor Green. This land will be used as part of Linear Park Site.
HUNTINGTON HARBOUR WATERWAYS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD
Councilmember Silva stated that later in the meeting he would report on the
Huntington Harbour Waterways Committee meeting with local, state, and federal
representatives.
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PROCLAMATION OF COMMENDATION — OLIVE McCULLOUGH — HUNTINGTON BEACH ASSISTANCE
LEAGUE
Mayor Green presented a Proclamation of Commendation to Olive McCullough,
President, Huntington Beach Assistance League, recognizing 50 years of service
to the Huntington Beach community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Wes Bannister spoke in support of Police Department funding. He stated the
present policy regarding accident reports was detrimental to persons that are
not at fault and desire to show that fact for insurance reasons.
Susan Newman spoke in support of the Police Department and wished both
negotiating sides well.
Monty Mouney, Police Officers' Association President, spoke in support of the
Police Officers' 10% requested raise in order to attract and keep professional
staff.
Ed Deuel, Huntington Beach Police Sergeant, spoke in support of 10% requested
raise. He stated he did not believe that the benefits and wages are
comparable to the security and safety provided by the Police Department. He
suggested that citizens call Council members with their comments.
Richard Thorne, downtown business owner, stated he believed Huntington Beach
has a well —trained, aggressive Police Department which keeps the crime down.
He spoke in support of Huntington Beach police officers.
Kai Weisser,.. representing Huntington Beach Marine Safety Officers, stated that
Huntington Beach is undergoing massive redevelopment and he believed that in
order to maintain safety and protection, public services must be increased.
He spoke in support of the 10% requested raise.
Yvonne Dutton, representing Huntington Landmark community, spoke in opposition
to reduction of public services. She requested that the Fire Med Program be
considered when allotting funds for services.
Howard Subnick stated he believed the law enforcement officers are moving east
where they can afford homes. He spoke in support of Huntington Beach police
officers' raise.
Tom Borris stated he had been a Deputy District Attorney in Westminister and
he believed the Huntington Beach Police Department epitomized unequaled skill
and expertise. He spoke in support of the Huntington Beach police officers
and stated the high standards should be preserved.
Ella Christensen spoke regarding hiring directors from outside the city and
the need to stop construction due to the water shortage. She also spoke
regarding the budget and in support of Police Department.
Lester Eckles, apartment manager, stated that he believed additional police
services were needed for the substation at the Elm Street and Keelson Lane
area due to drugs, prostitutes, and crime. He suggested tree trimming, better
lighting and blocking Elm Street at one end. He stated he had written four
letters to the city and had not received answers except from the Police Chief.
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Claudia Hiatt stated that she had public safety concerns regarding the street
she lives on since there are nine children under the age of five living on
that block. She stated the street runs into a 3—way stop and backs up to a
nature park behind Newland Center. She stated that police are parked there to
observe the 3—way stop and helicopters patrol the area due to drugs and
drinking. She stated she had a swimming pool and felt secure with the fact
that the police would offer a quick response time. She spoke in support of
the Police Department's requested raise in order to keep the services to
maintain the present quality of life in Huntington Beach.
Mike Jimenez, an Elm Street resident, stated he believed the Police Department
avoid his area. He requested a ten —foot wall to deter drug dealing in his
neighborhood.
Rosemar Carter and Mark 0urst spoke regarding the need for additional police
services at the Elm Street and Keelson Lane area due to the drug and crime
problem.
Tom Gilbertsen, Fire Department employee since 1972, expressed confidence in
the services provided by the Fire and Police Departments. He stated the
services provided by the Fire Med are being threatened by the budget cut, and
he urged Council not to cut the Fire and Police services.
Gux__Burnell, Huntington Beach Firemen's Association Vice —President, stated a
desired increase of service must be backed with budget allocation to the Fire
Department.
Vincent Cimino requested additional police visibility and protection on
Victoria Lane due to vandalism to vehicles and property.
George Arnold spoke regarding police services and suggested the city could
afford no higher than a 4 1/2% raise. He also stated he believed the
construction should be restricted due to the water shortage.
Wendy Mello spoke regarding newspaper articles pertaining to the budget and
city reorganization. She stated the Newland/Heil area is plagued with
graffiti.
Mark Beran, Project Manager for CK Contractor for Oakview Enhancement Project,
requested an expedited check for work completed in November 1990.
Ed Cunnin ham, Historical Resources Board Member, spoke in opposition of the
pier conceptual design.
James Townsend, Counsel on Aging President, spoke in support of Ordinance
No. 3095.
Allan Lgdebur spoke in opposition to starting policies and the rate increase
of the Meadowlark Golf Course. He distributed a communication to Council and
requested Council to check conditions and policies of the golf course.
Dean Albright requested the lowering business fees to encourage business and
replacing Police Department position.
Natalie Kotsch spoke regarding the surfing museum and invited the public to
the March 1 exhibit.
Ann Beasley spoke regarding the Huntington Beach International Surfing
Museum's activities. i-:
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Dianne Easterling spoke regarding the mid -year budget review.
CONSENT CALENDAR - (ITEM REMOVED)
The item pertaining to the Agreement to prepare Environmental Impact Report
No. 90-5 was requested by Councilmember Silva to be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate consideration.
CONSENT CALENDAR - (ITEMS APPROVED)
On motion by Kelly, second Green, Council approved the following items, as
recommended, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Winchell, Silva, Green, Kelly, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson
NOES: None
ABSENT: MacAllister
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) MINUTES - APPROVED - Approved and
adopted minutes of Council/Agency adjourned regular and regular meetings of
February 4, 1991 and the adjourned regular Redevelopment Agency meeting of
January 28, 7991 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
(City Council) MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AND THE U. S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS - APPROVED - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
STATEMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL__IMPACT REPORT FOR THE BOLSA C ICA (600.15) -
Approved and authorized execution of Memorandum of Agreement between the City
and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the joint preparation of an
Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report for the Bolsa
Chica.
City Council) FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATION ON LOBBYING
ACTIVITIES - RESOLUTION NO. 6247 -- ADOPTED (630.10) - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY
CLERK TO SIGN, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY, THE CERTIFICATION FOR CONTRACTS, GRANTS,
LOANS AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS."
-(City Council) LETTER OF AGREEMENT - APPROVED - U. S. ARMY _CORPS OF -ENGINEER
WATERWAYS EXPERIMENT STATION (600.15) - Approved and authorized execution of
Letter Agreement between the City and U. S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment
Station to analyze impacts of the proposed non -navigable ocean inlet at Bolsa
Chica at a cost not to exceed $25,000 (to be reimbursed by the Koll Company).
(City Council) POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONS FUND - APPROVED (320.20) -
Approved establishment of a new fund entitled Police Community Relations for
donations for drug education and for enhancement of Police Community
Relations, approved establishment of an expenditure account entitled Police
Community Relations, authorized an appropriation of $50,000 to fund said
activities for the balance of Fiscal Year 1990-91 into the expenditure
account.
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(City Council) AGREEMENT - APPROVED..- CHAMBERS GROUP - PREPARATION OF JOINT
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (600.10) -
Approved and authorized execution of Agreement between the City and Chambers
Group, Inc., to prepare Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact
Report for the Bolsa Chica for an amount not to exceed $387,266 (to be
reimbursed from the Koll Company).
(City Council) OAKVIEW ENHANCEMENT PROJECT- APPROVED - DISTRICT NO. 272 -
PHASE I - C K.CONSTRUCTION - CC-771 (600.75) - Approved change orders in the
amount of $99,263 from the Community Development Block Grant Fund for the
installation of water line improvements in the north Oakview area by C. K.
Construction bringing the total contract cost to $234,903.
(City Council) FOURTH OF JULY EXECUTIVE BOARD APPOINTMENT - APPROVED -
KENNETH ROSSER (110.20) - Approved appointment of Kenneth Rosser to the
Fourth of July Executive Board to fill the unexpired term of Dale Dunn with a
term to expire August 31, 1993.
sty Council) NOTICE OF COMPLETION - APPROVED - WATER WAREHOUSE PROJECT -
PHASE I - ROMAN E. C. D.,_INC. - CC-719 (600.75) - Accepted work completed
by Roman E. C. D., Incorporated, for construction of the Water Warehouse
Project, Phase I, at a final contract cost of $1,178,652�.88 and authorized the
City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.
(City Council) GUARANTEE & WARRANTY BOND - APPR ED - TRACT NO. 12947 - HARB
DEVELOPMENT (108) - Authorized release of the Guarantee and Warranty Bond
No. 3SM755 03100 for Tract No. 12947 and instructed the City Clerk to notify
the developer and the City Treasurer to notify the bonding company of this
action.
(City Council) NOTICE OF COMPLETION - APPROVED - TRACT NO. 13559,-_ DESTINY I
PARTNERSHIP - NE CORNER PA IFIC__COAST HIGHWAY/SIXTEENTH ST (420.60) -
Accepted improvements dedicated for public use, released Faithful Performance
Bond No. 1202821 and Monument Bond No. 1202870, accepted Guarantee & Warranty
Bond No. 1232449 and instructed the City Clerk to notify the developer and the
City Treasurer to notify the bonding company of this action.
(City Council) TRACT NO._13569 - APPROVED -- PACIFIC COAST HOMES - S/O CIVIC
CENTER - FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE ,BOND REDUCTION (108) - Accepted those
completed improvements dedicated for public use, released the letter for
credit for the amount of $1,111,000 (original Faithful Performance Bond
amount), accepted the Faithful Performance Bond No. 4698 (amount $183,282) in
place of original and instructed the City Clerk to notify the developer and
the City Treasurer to notify the bank of this action.
(City Council) AGREEMENT -- APPROVED - COUNTY OF ORANGE - D90-275 - COUNTY
PLANNED SLURRY SEAL PROJECT (600.25) - Approved City participation in the
project by funding the slurry sealing of two city -owned streets (Intrepid Lane
& Remora Drive) and approved and authorized execution of the Agreement between
the City and County of Orange for participation in the County planned slurry
seal project (estimated cost is $2,300).,
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{(;ity Council) NON -PERMANENT EMPLOYEE SALARY ADJUSTMENT - ADOPTED -
RESOLUTION NO. 6248 (720.20) - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR NON -PERMANENT EMPLOYEES."
(City Council) PARCEL MAP NO. 90-209 - APPROVED - WINDROSE DEVELOPMENT
COMPANY - NE CORNER GOTHARD STREET/CEDAR AVENUE (420.70) - Approved final
parcel map and accepted the vehicular access rights pursuant to the mandatory
findings set forth by the Zoning Administrator and instructed the City Clerk
to affix her signature to the map and released the map to the County for
processing.
(City Council) NOTICE OF COMPLETION - APPROVED - TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
AT WARNER AVENUE AND ASH STREET - STEINY & COMPANY - CC-779 (600.55) -
Accepted the work completed by Steiny & Company related to the installation of
a traffic signal at darner Avenue and Ash Street at a final contract cost of
$89,229,89 and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
(City Council) GUARANTEE & WARRANTY BOND - TRACT NO. 13212 - APPROVED -
COJLTRUP DEVELOPMENT - E/S BOLSA SHI - N/0 WARNER (108) - Released the
Guarantee and Warranty Bond for Tract No. 13212 and instructed the City Clerk
to notify the developer and the City Treasurer to notify the bonding company
of this action.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT - DOWNTOWN
PUBLIC SPACES - APPROVED - ASL CONSULTING ENGINEERS - CC- 763 (600.10) -
Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement between the
City and ASL Consulting Engineers, Incorporated, for engineering design
services for construction of downtown public spaces in an amount not to exceed
$12,140 for redesign and redrafting of plans.
(City Council) HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD APPOINTMENT - APPROVED - BEN DAMS III
(110.20) - Approved appointment of Ben Davis III to the Human Resources Board
to fill the remaining term of Marty Earl'abaugh for a term to expire September
30, 1993.
SCity Council) LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTMENT - APPROVED - RAYMOND
BYERELY (110.20) - Approved appointment of Raymond Byerely to the Library
Board of Trustees replacing Roger Trahan for a term to expire June 30, 1991.
(City Council) AGREEMENT - TO PREPARE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO 90-5/NE
CORNER WARNER/SCEPTRE - HH RACQUET CLUB - - WAIVER OF PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
INSURANCE REOUIREMENTS - APPROVED - STA, INC. (600.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator
pertaining to the contract to prepare Environmental Impact Report No. 90-5
and waiver of professional liability insurance requirements.
In answer to Councilman Silva's inquiry, the Deputy City Attorney reported on
the waiver of professional liability insurance requirements. He reported it
was usual practice to waive liability insurance on Environmental Impact
Reports.
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The City Administrator stated the liability insurance requirements should be
reevaluated.
Councilmember Winchell requested staff to return to Council with an evaluation
of liability insurance requirements.
A motion was made by Kelly, seconded by Green, to approve and authorize
execution of Agreement between the City and STA, Incorporated, for preparation
of Environmental Impact Report No. 90-5 on 2.60 acre site at the northeast
corner of Warner Avenue and Sceptre Lane, currently occupied by Huntington
Harbor Racquet Club and Banquet Facilities, for an amount not to exceed
$44,531 and approve waiver of the professional liability insurance requirement
pursuant to Resolution No. 6023. The motion carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Winchell, Green, Kelly, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson
NOES: Silva
ABSENT: MacAllister
Citv Council) CONCEPTUAL DEIGN FOR THE PIER BUILDINGS.- APPROVED (240.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
regarding the conceptual design for the pier buildings.
The Public Works Director presented a staff report stating a request for
approval of the conceptual plans. He stated the architect was present to
answer any questions.
In answer to Councilman Kelly's inquiry, Ron Yeo, architect, stated the
surfing museum was an integral part of the total development of the pier. He
described where it would be located.
In answer to Councilmember Winchell's inquiry regarding the addressing of
historical elements, Ron Yeo stated the new pier would not copy but it would
capture the flavor of that era.
Discussion was held regarding structure design, lighting, and dimensions of
the conceptual design.
Councilman Silva stated he would prefer an open roof on the end restaurant and
that he would prefer to have community input on the design.
In answer to Councilman Kelly's inquiry about estimated time of the project,
the Public Works Director stated the estimated completed project time was
Spring 1992.
A motion was made by Kelly, seconded by Green, to approve the recommended
action approving the conceptual plans for the pier buildings. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Winchell, Green, Kelly, Moulton -Patterson
NOES: Silva, Robitaille
ABSENT: MacAllister
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ORDI ANCE NO. 3094 - INTRODUCTION APPROVED - COLLECTION OF TRASH (810.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator
pertaining to the revision of Chapter 5.40 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code as created by Ordinance No. 3047.
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3094 for Council approval - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 5.40 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COLLECTION OF TRASH."
A motion was made by Kelly, seconded by Green, to approve introduction of
Ordinance No. 3094. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Winchell, Silva, Green, Kelly, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson
NOES: None
ABSENT: MacAllister
ORDINANCE NO. 3095 - INTRODUCTION APPROVED - SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTION
(340.50)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator
pertaining to the utility tax and refuse charges exemption requirements.
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3095 for Council approval - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.36.280 PERTAINING TO SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTION."
(Increases the maximum household income for utility tax and trash tax
exemption to the same value used for Fire-Med reduced fee membership)
($17,200 plus $2 450 for each additional person in the household)
A motion was made by Kelly, seconded by Green, to approve introduction of
Ordinance No. 3095. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Winchell, Silva, Green, Kelly, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson
NOES: None
ABSENT: MacAllister
SKATEBOARD REPORT TO BE PRESENTED 3/4/91
Police Chief Lowenberg stated he would present a report on the possible
modification for a skateboard ordinance.
PARKING AUTHORITY FUNDS NOT USEABLE FOR PIER
Ronald Hagan, Community Services Director, reported on the acceptable use of
the parking authority funds and stated that they could not be used for the
pier.
HARBOR DRAINAGE REPORT REQUESTED
Councilman Silva stated that the flood drainage from Warner to the harbor had
been neglected over the last 25 years. He stated the City is responsible to
maintain the drainage area. The City Administrator stated he would return to
Council with a report identifying the handling of drainage.
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WATER CONSERVATION REPORT TO BE PRESENTED 3/4/91
The City Administrator stated a report would be presented to Council for
public information regarding stages and implementation of city plan to save
water.
REPORT REQUESTED ON AMERICAN GOLF AGREEMENT WITH CITY
Councilmember Wincheli requested an updated report on the City and American
Golf Agreement to include scope of operation and monitoring.
Financial Audit -Requested.
Councilman Silva requested a financial audit of the American Golf agreement
with the City. He suggested that two citizens comprise a committee with
Ronald Hagan, Community Services Director, to meet with American Golf.
Councilman Robitaille stated the results should be posted at the golf course
and made available to the press.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO PRESENT REPORT ON DOWNTOWN CLEANUP AND IMPROVEMENTS
DURING TIME OF CONSTRUCTION
Following Council discussion regarding downtown improvements including curbs,
gutters, and sidewalks, the City Administrator stated he would return to
Council with a report on the kinds of things the city can improve while
construction is going on.
MANN THEATRES SCHEDULED TO OPEN MARCH 1991
Councilmember Moulton -Patterson inquired as to the opening date of the Mann
Theaters. The Deputy City Administrator/Economic Development stated the last
official public date was March 1991.
CLOSED SESSION
The Mayor called a Closed Session of the Redevelopment Agency pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to its negotiator
regarding negotiations with Mike Abdelmuti concerning the purchase/sale of
property located at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Streets. (120.80)
The Mayor called a Closed Session of the Redevelopment Agency pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to its negotiator
regarding negotiations with Robert L. Mayer Corp and the Driftwood Mobilehome
Owners Association concerning the purchase/sale/exchange/lease of property
located at Pacific Coast Highway between Beach Blvd and Huntington Street and
the former Mushroom Farm at Ellis and Goldenwest Streets. (120.80)
The Mayor called a Closed Session of the City Council pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957.6 to meet with its designated representatives regarding
Labor Relations matters — Meet & Confer. (120.80)
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RECESS - RECONVENE
The Mayor called a recess of Council at 9:15 p.m. The meeting was reconvened
at 11:30 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT - COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Green adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council and the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to 7 p.m., Monday,
February 25, 1991, Council Chamber.
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