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CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, May 2, 1994
Mayor Moulton -Patterson called the regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 5:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
ABSENT: Silva, Robitaille
CLOSED SESSION
The Chairman called a Closed Session of the Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to its negotiator regarding negotiations with Lauro
Guarano and James Koller concerning the purchase of property located at 303 Main Street (Third
Block West). (400.50)
The Mayor called a Closed Session of the City Council pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6 to meet with its designated representative, William Osness, Director of
Personnel and Daniel Cassidy, Esq., Liebert, Cassidy and Frierson, regarding Labor Relations
Matters - Meet and Confer concerning the following employee organizations: Police Officers
Association (POA), Police Management Association (PMA), Huntington Beach Fireman's
Association (HBFA), Marine Safety Officers Association (MSOA), Municipal Employees
Organization (MEO), and Municipal Employees Association (MEA). (120.80)
The Chairman called a Closed Session of the Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(B) to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation - Julie Ford
matter. (400.50)
The Mayor called a Closed Session of the City Council pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957 to consider personnel matters - appeal of Raymond J. Orlando. (120.80)
RECESS - RECONVENE
The Mayor called a recess of Council at 5:15 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 6:25 p.m.
Dedication of Meeting to Memory of Tom Pratt
Mayor Linda Moulton -Patterson announced that the meeting will be dedicated to the memory of
Tom Pratt a friend to the City of Huntington Beach, the Bolsa Chica Wetland and the entire
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FLAG CEREMONY, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION
The Flag Ceremony, pledge of allegiance and invocation was presented by Boy Scout Troop
No. 227 sponsored by St. Bonaventure Men's Club, John Plonkey, Scoutmaster.
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Silva, Bauer, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
PRESENTATION OF CHECKS FROM SHELL OIL WEST COAST COMMUNITY RELATIONS -
TO BOY SCOUTS SEARCH AND RESCUE PROGRAM - OAKVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER -
PROJECT SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM AND ART CENTER
Bill Gibson, Shell Oil West Coast Community Relations Manager, presented checks to Mayor
Moulton -Patterson for the following community programs: $500 to Boy Scouts Search and
Rescue; $500 to Oakview Community Center; $1,000 to Project Self -Sufficiency and $2,500 to
the Art Center.
PROCLAMATION - GREAT AMERICAN RACE FROM HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL PIER
TO WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA - BEGINNING JUNE 19, 1994
Mayor Moulton -Patterson presented -a proclamation to Tom McRae, Interstate Batteries Great
American Race representative, proclaiming June 19th, 1994 as the start of the 1994 "Great
American Race" from the Huntington Beach Municipal Pier to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Mr.
McRae distributed "Great American Race" caps to Councilmembers .
PRESENTATION - CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR LIFESAVING - STEVEN ANDERSON
Mayor Moulton-Patteson presented a Certificate of Recognition to Steven Anderson, age 9, for
saving a two-year old neighbor child from drowning in a backyard pool.
PROCLAMATION - MAY 8-14, 1994 - HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEK
Mayor Moulton -Patterson presented a proclamation to Ida Griffin, Chairman of the Historic
Resources Board, proclaiming the week of May 8-14, 1994 as Historic Preservation Week. Ms.
Griffin asked members of the Historic Resources Board to stand to be acknowledged.
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ANNOUNCEMENT - 1994 CIRCUS VARGAS IN HUNTINGTON BEACH MAY 9-14 1994 -
INVITATION TO WAITER RELAY RACES HOSTED BY CIRCUS VARGAS TO BENEFIT THE
MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION
Dave Garofalo, North Huntington Beach Business Association representative, announced the
1994 Circus Vargas to be held in Huntington Beach May 9-14, 1994 and introduced members of
the North Huntington Beach Business Association.
John Wright, Olive Garden Restaurant Manager, spoke regarding the Waiter Relay Races to be
hosted by Circus Vargas on May 14, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to benefit the Make A
Wish Foundation.
Barbara Liepper, Holiday Inn Manager for Sales, spoke representing the Make A Wish
Foundation, a non-profit organization, working to make wishes come true for children with life
threatening illnesses. Ms. Liepper presented a Make A Wish Foundation candle to Mayor
Moulton -Patterson.
Star the Clown, Circus Vargas and Waiter Relay Races representative, invited Council and
citizens to the Waiter Relay Races and the 1994 Circus Vargas.
(City Council) ORDINANCE NO. 3235 - CATCH AND RELEASE POLICY FOR FISHING IN
LOCAL LAKES - CONTINUED TO A FUTURE DATE - PER STAFF REQUEST (640.10)
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3235 for Council introduction - "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTIONS 13.48.010 AND 13.48.120 OF
THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO PARKS & LAKES,
REQUIRING THAT FISH BE CAUGHT AND RELEASED." This ordinance requires the public to
immediately release and return fish to the water, in all city lakes including Huntington, Greer,
Chris Carr and Sully Miller and is designed to keep from depleting stock and eliminate any public
health issue from eating fish.
The Mayor announced that Ordinance No. 3235 would be continued to a future date for further
staff review.
(City Council) AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - PAY TEL, INCORPORATED - MANDATE TO
PROVIDE NON -CASH COLLECT CALL TELEPHONE SERVICE IN JAIL - CONTINUED TO
FUTURE DATE - PER STAFF REQUEST (600.10)
The Mayor announced that the Amendment to the Agreement between the city and Pay Tel,
Incorporated to provide non -cash collect call telephone equipment in the jail would be continued
to a future date for further staff review.
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Typographical Error - Affordable Housing Loan Agreement Associates Nine
The City Clerk announced a typographical error on the Agenda Item regarding an Affordable
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine for rehabilitation of the property
located at 725-733 Utica Avenue, for thirty-six units of affordable housing not three hundred and
thirty-six units as stated in the Agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
George Arnold spoke in support of placing new buildings on the Municipal Pier and in opposition
to the Orange County Transit Authority proposed elimination of the Dial -A -Ride program for senior
citizens. Mr. Arnold spoke in opposition to the Agenda Item regarding the proposed agreement
for an outside vendor for ambulance billing and collection services for the Fire-Med Program.
He spoke in opposition to an Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates
Nine for rehabilitation of the property located at 725-733 Utica Avenue. Mr. Arnold spoke in
opposition to the handling of trash in the down town area by some restaurants and stated that
tables in that area should be eight to ten feet apart.
Frank Puccilli, Florida Utica Task Force representative, spoke in support of an Affordable Housing
Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine for rehabilitation of the property located at
725-733 Utica Avenue due to the blight it is causing in the area and in opposition to the proposed
number of units for the size of the property and location of property not suited for residential
housing units.
Carol Von Asten, Carden Academy Owner and Curriculum Advisor, spoke in support of the
proposed Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine for
rehabilitation of the property located at 725-733 Utica Avenue. She stated that the Carden
Academy is located next door to the proposed rehabilitation property and that the school has
been working with the city to clean up the area as they are concerned about their students and
the community. Ms. Von Asten spoke at length regarding the high test scores of Carden
Academy students. She thanked Council for approval of the Boys and Girls Club located on
Delaware Street and Yorktown Avenue.
Kirk Kirkland, property owner of 2217 Florida Street, spoke in support of the proposed Affordable
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine for rehabilitation of the property
located at 725-733 Utica Avenue.
John Tillotson, Florida Utica Task Force representative, spoke in support of the proposed
Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine for rehabilitation of the
property located at 725-733 Utica Avenue.
Richard Henderson spoke regarding a community forum conducted by Jan Shomaker regarding
improvement of the business climate in the city. He also spoke regarding the Orange County
Transit Authority request that the city complete the widening of Pacific Coast Highway to six lanes
or return the one million dollars ($1,000,000) provided by the county for the project. He read from
a letter from the Orange County Transit Authority to the city.
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Connie Mercier, Public Relations Officer for the California School Employees Association, spoke
representing the Classified Employees of the school districts in the city. She stated that the
Classified Employees Week is to be observed May 15-21, 1994 to recognize secretaries,
custodians, groundsmen, bus drivers, craftsmen, clerical staff, teachers' aids and food service
workers. Ms. Mercier announced a dinner and raffle to honor Classified Employees to be held
Thursday, May 19, 1994 at 6:00 p.m. in the Huntington Beach School District Board Room.
Bill Mello, Citizen's Bureau of Investigation (CBI) representative, stated goals of the CBI group
and stated that the City Clerk had copies of his prepared material for distribution to interested
citizens. He stated that a task force has been formed entitled Taxpayers Against Pension Spiking
(TAPS) to investigate pension spiking. Mr. Mello distributed a communication to Council dated
May 2, 1994.
Leon McKinney spoke in opposition to the Agenda Item relating to the proposed support of an
amicus curiae brief which challenges a Federal District Court ruling declaring as unconstitutional,
a City of Phoenix, Arizona ordinance protecting access to health care facilities in the city and
requires persons demonstrating within one hundred feet of a health care facility to withdraw to a
distance of at least eight feet away from a person who clearly communicates a request to
withdraw. He spoke regarding the widening of Pacific Coast Highway and the one million dollars
($1,000,000) that the city has been asked to refund to the county. Mr. McKinney spoke in
opposition to teachers unions and city employee unions. He stated that he has requested a
detailed accounting by employee of the total compensation of all city employees for the past two
years from the Personnel Director and he would prepare a report for Council at a later date.
Barbara Kimbrough spoke in opposition to the proposed Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan
Agreement with Associates Nine for rehabilitation of the property located at 725-733 Utica
Avenue regarding possible tax credits and potential profits for the property owner and recycling of
the one million dollar ($1,000,000) loan for use in future projects. She stated that concerns she
addressed at a meeting of the Florida/Utica Task Force have not been addressed by the city.
Chuck Barbara, Council on Aging President, spoke in support of increased funding for staffing of
the Rodgers' Senior Center, as there is a personnel crisis situation at the center.
Ludia Stein, Council on Aging representative, spoke in opposition to salary spiking and the city
giving financial aid to private apartment owners at taxpayer's expense. She spoke regarding the
increased number of seniors utilizing the center and in support of the expansion of the Rodgers'
Senior Center facility and need for increased staffing. Ms. Stein invited Councilmembers to a
Western Dance to be held on Friday, May 6, 1994 to raise funds for a Computer Lab to teach
seniors. She requested Council support of the senior programs.
Steve Olim spoke in opposition to salary spiking and requested the Council immediately stop
pension spiking, refuse further payment of spiking and obtain new contract negotiators.
Tom Zanic, Seacliff Partners representative, spoke in support of the proposed transfer by Seacliff
Partners of 8.863 acres of property to the Huntington Beach City School District. He stated that
he is available to answer questions when the issue is discussed.
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Jeanne Guernsey spoke in support of the Huntington Beach Housing Rehabilitation Program that
helped fund needed repairs on her mobile home. She urged Council to continue with the Housing
Rehabilitation Program in order to help other mobile home owners in the future. She read from a
letter from Ken Miller, former City of Los Alamitos Councilmember and resident of Huntington
Shorecliffs Mobile Home Park, regarding rising costs and the need to provide for planned and
unplanned maintenance of mobile homes.
Bernice Schnepf spoke in support of the Huntington Beach Housing Rehabilitation Program which
requires that the funds be paid back to the program and can be reused for other people. She
spoke in opposition to the Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates
Nine for rehabilitation of the property located at 725-733 Utica Avenue as the loan will be forgiven
in thirty years and the money will not be available to use in future affordable housing projects.
Don MacAllister, Duck-A-Thon representative, spoke in support of the Second Annual Duck-A-
Thon to be held Saturday, May 14, 1994 at the Municipal Pier at 11:30 a.m. as a fund raising
event which benefits the Huntington Beach Community Clinic and proposed Pediatric Clinic.
Bryan Bridges spoke in support of a city policy which does not fund programs that provide
services for illegal aliens.
Natalie Kotsch, International Surfing Museum President, presented a video program produced by
volunteers in support of the proposed new International Surfing Museum building on the north
side of the Municipal Pier. She distributed a communication to Council.
The City Clerk stated that she believed the handout being distributed by Ms. Kotsch was made
available to the public on the table at the entrance to the Council Chamber by the Community
Services Director pursuant to the Brown Act.
Don Strout, Mark Bertonoli, Mike Roberts, Denise De Vines, and Ann Beasley, International
Surfing Museum representatives and Brian Nelson spoke in support of the proposed International
Surfing Museum building on the north side of the Municipal Pier regarding placement of the issue
on the ballot for a Measure C vote in November, 1994, location of museum near the pier,
museum as educational tool, environmental and science related exhibits, financial feasibility of
the museum, Surfing Hall of Fame and appeal to tourism. Slides were used in the presentations.
Natalie Kotsch, International Surfing Museum President, requested an amendment to the
proposed "Measure C" policy to provide for non-profit agencies and commented on the California
Coastal Commission approval process.
Chuck Beauregard, Save Our Kids representative, spoke in support of the proposed Youth Sports
Facility and stated that due to mitigation problems in the Huntington Central Park area other sites
need to be studied. He stated that he has formed a group entitled "Save Our Kids" and invited
any interested youth group to contact him and meet with the group.
Norbert Johnson spoke regarding the Huntington By the Sea Mobile Home Park and presented a
list to Council of homes being moved out of the park due to high rents. He stated that some
people have had their credit rating affected by the high rents and are being forced to move.
Communications entitled Mobilehome Status, Huntington by the Sea dated March 17, 1994 and
April 30, 1994 were distributed to the City Clerk.
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Joyce Riddell, Chamber of Commerce President, spoke regarding the Fourth Annual Police
Appreciation Day to be held on Saturday, May 14, 1994 with tours of the Police facility open to
the public, as well as hot dogs and soft drinks for those who attend.
Gerald Chapman, Julie Whittington, and Carrie Thomas, Country View Estates Home Owners
Association representatives and Debbie Byrne, Huntington Shores Homeowners Association
representative, spoke in opposition to the transfer of property by Seacliff Partners to the
Huntington Beach City School District regarding the non-conformance of the Holly-Seacliff Master
Plan to the Specific Plan, non-conformance of the rough grading plan to the Specific Plan or
tentative tract map, violation of mitigation measures and conditions of approval in the
Environmental Impact Report and Master Plan of Development, violation of California
Environmental Quality Act. A request was made that the transfer of property to the school district
be continued as well as the removal of the retaining walls from the Planning Commission agenda.
Julie Whittington referred to page nineteen (19) of the Specific Plan. She requested that the
project conform to the Specific Plan
In response to Councilmember Leipzig, Julie Whittington stated that she believed approval of the
Agenda Item regarding conveyance of property to the Huntington Beach City School District from
Seacliff Partners meant that it would apply to the other properties.
Debbie Byrne stated she had a pool in her yard and did not want some little child up and over her
fence.
Report Presented - Cinco de Mayo Celebration - Oakview Branch Library - Saturday.
April 30, 1994
Councilmember Bauer reported on the Cinco de Mayo celebration for the Oakview Branch Library
held on Saturday, April 30, 1994
Report Requested - Pension Spiking
Councilmember Bauer requested a report from the Council Pension Spiking Committee.
Status Report - Youth Sports Facility Meeting
Councilmember Bauer reported that he attended a meeting regarding the proposed Youth Sports
Facility and stated he has written a memo to staff with concerns that were expressed at the
meeting.
Report Requested - International Surfing Museum
Councilmember Bauer commented on the presentation given by International Surfing Museum
representatives and requested a staff report regarding the criteria for a building on the ocean side
of Pacific Coast Highway, parking requirements and economic justification for the proposed
project.
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Business License Fee - Notify Business of Additional Fees
Councilmember Silva stated that the Business License Fee is seventy-five dollars but that there
are other fees charged in connection with a new business. He requested that the business
representative be notified of all charges and fees prior to coming to City Hall to pay the fees.
Youth Sports Facility - Report Requested
Councilmember Silva stated that he attended the meeting regarding the proposed Youth Sports
Facility and asked when a staff report would be presented to Council.
Ron Hagan, Community Services Director, stated that a report would be prepared for the May or
June study session to be held on the fourth Monday of the month.
Status Report - American Trader Oil Spill Litigation
Councilmember Leipzig stated that he and Gail Hutton, City Attorney, have met with Jim
Ackerman the attorney representing the city in the American Trader Oil Spill litigation and that
confidential memos will be distributed to Councilmembers regarding the status of this litigation.
Status Report - Pacific Coast Highway Widening Project
The City Administrator presented a report on the status of the Pacific Coast Highway Widening
Project. He stated that a communication would be sent to the California Coast Commission
asking if the 1986 condition to provide replacement of the four hundred eighty-five parking spaces
on Pacific Coast Highway still stands. He stated that a staff report would be prepared by the City
Engineer to identify locations where the four hundred eighty-five parking spaces can be replaced
in the city and the cost of the parking spaces if Council approves widening of Pacific Coast
Highway to six lanes. He stated that a communication was sent to Cal -Trans requesting their
assistance in the replacement of the parking spaces. He stated that a report to Council would be
prepared for a meeting in June.
Rodgers' Senior Center - Staff Report to be Prepared
The City Administrator stated that a staff report would be prepared regarding the budget and
staffing for the Rodgers' Senior Center.
Status Report - Budget Shortfall
The City Administrator reported a $54,000 budget shortfall and stated that expenditures would be
reduced in order to balance the budget. He stated that a budget report will be presented to
Council in May or June.
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Status Report - Transfer of Property by Seacliff Partners to the Huntington Beach City
School District
The City Administrator stated that staff would address questions presented during the public
comments in the staff report and if required, he would prepare a report for a later date.
(City Council) PUBLIC HEARING - OPENED AND CONTINUED FROM APRIL 4, 1994 -
APPEAL BY COUNCILMEMBER BAUER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-28 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94-3 -
PHASE 1A OF THE BOLSA CHICA REGIONAL PARK - ORANGE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT AGENCY, HARBORS, BEACHES AND PARKS DIVISION - APPROVED
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94-3 AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-28 -
ED MODIFICATIONS TO RESOLUTION NO. 6592 - STAFF DIRECTIIf`D TO DE
DEED RESTRICTIONS (420.80)
The Mayor announced that this was a public hearing which had been opened and continued open
from April 4, 1994 to consider the following appeal:
APPLICATION NUMBER: Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 and Conditional Use Permit
No. 94-3.
APPLICANT: Orange County Environmental Management Agency, Harbor, Beaches and Parks
Division, 300 N. Flower Street, 4th Floor, P. O. Box 4048, Santa Ana, California 92702-4048
DATE ACCEPTED: December 6, 1993
APPELLANT: Councilman Ralph Bauer, City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: 5801 Seapoint Avenue
ZONE: Multiple: CC -CZ (Conservation -Coastal Zone) and ROS-O-CZ (Recreational Open
Space -Oil -Coastal Zone)
REQUEST: Review and approval of the general design plans for Phase 1A of the Bolsa Chica
Regional Park.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project is covered by Final Environmental Impact Report
No. 521 (FEIR No. 521) for the Bolsa Chica Regional Park, prepared by the County of Orange,
recommended for certification by the Huntington Beach City Council on October 19, 1992 and
Certified by the Board of Supervisors in November, 1992.
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COASTAL STATUS: This project is in the appealable portion of the coastal zone. Under the
provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, the action taken by the City Council is final.
However, approval of the Coastal Development Permit is appealable to the Coastal Commission
pursuant to Public Resources Code, Section 30603. A denial of the Coastal Development Permit
may be appealed (Section 13319, Title 14, California Administrative Code) only if the City has
approved a development on the basis of local land use regulations but has denied the issuance
of a coastal development permit because it cannot make the findings required by Section 13311,
Title 14 of the California Administrative Code. Pursuant to Public Resources Code,
Section 30603, an appeal by an aggrieved person must be filed in writing within ten (10) working
days, and addressed to: California Coastal Commission, 245 W. Broadway, Suite 380, P.O. Box
1450, Long Beach, California 90810-1450 - (310) 590-5071. There is no appeal fee. The appeal
period begins when the Commission receives a notice of the City Council action and continues for
ten (10) working days. Applicants will be notified by the Coastal Commission as to the date of the
conclusion of the Commission's review period, and as to whether or not an appeal has been filed.
Applicants are advised not to begin construction prior to that date.
The City Clerk presented Resolution No. 6592 for Council adoption - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CI"1 `r- COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REAFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR THE
BOLSA CHICA REGIONAL PARK AND APPROVING WITH CONDITIONS THE GENERAL
DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR PHASE 1A OF THE BOLSA CHICA REGIONAL PARK (COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-28 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94-3)."
The Community Development Director presented a staff report regarding the concerns of the
Council Committee formed to review this project regarding fill of the drainage ravine, mix of native
versus non-native plant materials, and location of Phase 1A parking.
Bob Fisher, Director of Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks Department, spoke in
support of the Bolsa Chica Regional Park.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published, posted and
mailed.
A communication from Amigos de Bolsa Chica dated March 30, 1994 in support of the appeal
was distributed to Council.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk announced communications received and distributed to Council from Chuck
Nelson, Amigos de Bolsa Chica President, dated April 29, 1994 in support of the Linear Park and
Robert Winchell, President of the Huntington Beach Tomorrow Board of Directors, dated
April 30, 1994 in support of the Linear Park.
Marcia Hanscom, Seacliff resident, spoke in opposition to the destruction of the fresh water
wetland ravine. She stated that run-off from the golf course could prove deadly to the wildlife.
She urged Council to deny the permit and preserve the entire seventeen hundred acres of the
Bolsa Chica as a biodiversity and wildlife park.
Barbara Lichman, attorney representing the Seacliff Estates Coalition, spoke in support of
®Resolution No. 6594, the current parking plan, and deed restrictions on the property to insure the
park will remain as approved.
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Robert Williams, Bruce Monroe, and Rudy Vietmeier, Sierra Club - Preserve Bolsa Chica Task
Force representatives, spoke in support of preserving the Bolsa Chica as open space and a
wilderness park with native animals and vegetation, a buffer zone between the Bolsa Chica
wetland. to protect wildlife habitat, and in opposition to fragmentation of the wetlands and
destruction of natural habitat.
Phil Smith spoke in support of the Linear Park as a self sustaining habitat for native birds and
urged Council to approve the project.
Dr. Buck Marrs, Seacliff Estates Coalition representative, spoke in support of the Council
Committee meeting with homeowners, keeping the park passive, and elimination of proposed
parking lot. He distributed a communication to Council.
Eileen Murphy spoke in support of the proposed wilderness park. She spoke in opposition to turf
grass, the proposed parking lot and the filling of the ravine and in support of a foot bridge.
Al De Lorm, Seacliff on the Greens representative, spoke in support of Resolution No. 6592
regarding the Linear Park. He thanked Councilmembers Moulton -Patterson, Bauer and Leipzig
for taking the time to meet with the residents and listen to the needs and wants of the community.
Flossie Horgan, and Jan Vandersloot, M. D., Bolsa Chica Land Trust representatives, spoke in
support of treating the Linear Park and Bolsa Chica is one ecosystem, a bridge over ravine could
be more economical than grading and filling, deletion of turf grass from the plan, a wooden rail
around bluff for safety purposes, deed restrictions to keep plan for park the same, need for a new
Environmental Impact Report, Measure "C" Charter Amendment jurisdiction possibility, and in
opposition to the extension of the pipe and filling of ravine. Mr. Vandersloot distributed
photographs of the park to Council.
Tom Livengood and Chuck Nelson, Amigos de Bolsa Chica representatives, spoke in support of
Resolution No. 6592, an environmental evaluation of the ravine prior to filling, maintain as a
natural park, minimum of land contours, limit negative impact on surrounding residents, and that
the county will be operating and maintaining the park.
Barbara Marrs, Seacliff resident, thanked Bob Anderson for meeting with the Council Committee
and citizens. She spoke in support of preservation of the area as part of the Bolsa Chica, leaving
a legacy to future generations, protecting the unique ecosystem, placing deed restrictions on the
property upon transfer to the county in order that not one part of the park will be covered with
asphalt.
Vern Hall spoke in opposition to the intrusion into a delicate ecosystem and urged Council not to
allow that to happen.
Juana Mueller spoke in opposition to the use of turf grass in the park and the proposed parking
lot and in support of the preservation of the arroyo and archaeological site.
Terry Dolton, Citizen Advisory Committee, spoke in support of the proposed park plan, acquiring
more land to expand the park, public input into the development of the park and urged Council to
approve Phase 1A of the Bolsa Chica Regional Park.
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Joyce Riddell, Chamber of Commerce representative, spoke in support of Phase 1A of the Bolsa
Chica Regional Park and urged Council adoption of Resolution No. 6592. She stated a
communication to had been distributed Council.
Don Guillaume, Seacliff on the Greens representative, spoke in support of development of the
park, parking on Seapoint Avenue for special events, raising the headwall on the drain pipe and
covering that end for safety purposes. He spoke in opposition to the use of turf grass.
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.
Discussion was held by Council and staff regarding parking on Seapoint Avenue, native
vegetation to replace turf grass, extensive citizen input on design of the park, proposed
compromise plan, biodiversity park, elimination of parking lot, limited funding, preserve ravine,
minimize grading and the Council action on this park sends the message to state and federal
agencies of the kind of park the citizens will support.
Councilmember Winchell requested additional wording be added to Resolution No. 6592, Page
four, Section A, Number seven, relating to security lighting to be installed in the proposed park as
follows: "Every attempt shall be made to mitigate any negative impact on adjacent landowners."
Councilmember Winchell requested an amendment to Resolution No. 6592 to state the intent to
preserve the natural topography and do a minimal of grading.
Bob Fisher, Director of Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks Department suggested the
addition of a new Condition No. One to Resolution No. 6592, Page 3, Section A, Number two to
state as follows: "The development of the park shall minimize grading and land form alteration."
Councilmember Winchell requested clarification of wording of Resolution No. 6592, Page three,
Section A, Number one, in order to preserve the ravine.
Councilmember Winchell requested additional wording be added to Resolution No. 6592, Page
three, Section A, Number two, as follows: "Obtain approval of the City Council after review by the
Director of Community Development."
Councilmember Sullivan requested additional wording be added to Resolution No. 6592, Page
six, Section B, Number eight as follows:. "Some filling of the drainage is necessary to provide
adequate trail separation but not beyond the end of the existing drain pipe. No grading of the
ravine beyond this end of the existing drain pipe should take place."
Councilmember Sullivan requested additional wording be added to Resolution No. 6592 as
follows: "Any deviation from the jointly agreed plan will result in the park reverting back to the City
of Huntington Beach."
Bob Fisher, Director of Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks Department, spoke in
opposition to a bridge over the ravine. He stated that his staff will look at ways in which to reduce
the amount of fill in the ravine and address concerns of safety, trail separation and architectural
resources. He stated he would work with staff on the proposed deed restriction.
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Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3. Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28,
and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592
A motion was made by Leipzig, seconded by Bauer, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3
and Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 with the modifications that have been proposed by
Councilmember Winchell to Resolution No. 6592 to create a new Condition No. One regarding
grading and land form alteration, a modification to the current Condition No. One, which would
become Condition No. 2, in regards to the City Council having review of the plans prior to the
commencement of the grading in or near the ravine and regarding security lighting that every
attempt shall be made to mitigate any negative impact on adjacent landowners.
Amendment to Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3. Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - No Grading of Ravine Beyond
End of Existing Drain Pipe - Motion Died for Lack of a Second
An amendment to the motion to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3, Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and modifications to Resolution No. 6592 was made by Sullivan to amend
Resolution No. 6592, Page six, Section B, Number eight as follows: "Some filling of the drainage
is necessary to provide adequate trail separation but not beyond the end of the existing drain
pipe. No grading of the ravine beyond this end of the existing drain pipe should take place." The
motion DIED for lack of a second.
Amendment to Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3. Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - Filling of Ravine - Motion Died
for Lack of Second
An amendment to the motion was made by Leipzig to amend Resolution No. 6592, Page six,
Section B, Number eight as follows: "If some filling of the drainage ravine is necessary to
eliminate potential safety hazards to park users and to provide adequate trail separation then the
ravine will be filled and modified to the minimum extent necessary and will be fully mitigated by
the creation of the enhancement area." The motion DIED for lack of a second.
Request Amendment of Conditions Only
The Community Development Director requested that the amendments be made to the conditions
of approval and not to the findings.
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Amendment to Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3 Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - Filling of Ravine - Motion Died
for Lack of Second
An amendment to the motion was made by Leipzig to amend Resolution No. 6592, Page six,
Section B, Number eight as follows: "Some filling of the drainage ravine may be necessary to
eliminate potential safety hazards to park users and to provide adequate trail separation, and the
filling and modification of the ravine will be adequately mitigate by the creation of an
approximately .5 acre wetland enhancement area at the mouth of the ravine." The motion DIED
for lack of a second.
Amendment to Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3 Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - Filling of Ravine
An amendment to the motion to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3, Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 was made by Leipzig, accepted by
Bauer, to amend Resolution No. 6592, Page three, Section A, Number two as follows: "Prior to
the commencement of any grading in or near the ravine, the County shall submit and obtain
approval from the City's Director of Community Development and the State Department of Fish
and Game a plan showing an extension of existing drainage structure to the minimum extent
necessary but in no event further than 190 lineal feet from the existing location, with a lesser
extension if feasible to provide adequately for trail continuity and safety for park users, together
with detailed plans for drainage, new and relocated willow plantings and other vegetation to
create an expanded and enhanced riparian/wetland habitat area within the modified ravine."
Amendment to Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3. Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - Amendment to Findings
An amendment to the motion to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3, Coastal Development
Permit No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 was made by Leipzig, accepted by
Bauer, to amend Resolution No. 6592, Page six, Section B, Number eight as follows: "Some
filling of the drainage ravine may be necessary..."
Amended Motion to Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3, Coastal Development Permit
No. 93-28, and Modifications to Resolution No. 6592 - Approved
The original motion made by Leipzig, seconded by Bauer, to approve Conditional Use Permit
No. 94-3 and Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 with the modifications that have been
proposed by Councilmember Winchell to Resolution No. 6592 to create a new Condition
No. One regarding grading and land form alteration, a modification to the current Condition
No. One, which would become Condition No. 2, in regards to the City Council having review of the
plans prior to the commencement of the grading in or near the ravine and regarding security
lighting that every attempt shall be made to mitigate any negative impact on adjacent landowners
and amendments to Resolution No. 6592, Page three, Section A, Number two "structure to the
minimum extent necessary but in no event further than 190 lineal feet" and Page six, Section B,
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Conditions of Approval for Coastal Development Permit No 93-28 and Conditional Use
Permit No. 94-3
A. 1. The development of the park shall minimize grading and land form alteration.
2. Prior to the commencement of any grading in or near the ravine, the County shall submit
and obtain approval of the City Council after review by the City's Director of Community
Development and the State Department of Fish and Game of a plan showing an
extension of existing drainage structure to the minimum extent necessary but in no event
further than 190 lineal feet from the existing location, with a lesser extension if feasible
to provide adequately for trial continuity and safety for park users, together with detailed
plans for drainage, new and relocated willow plantings and other vegetation to create an
expanded and enhanced riparian/wetland habitat area with the modified ravine.
3. Prior to the initiation of grading activities, the County shall contact the Department of
Fish and Game to ensure that activities will avoid disturbances during the nesting period
of any affected bird species.
4. The plant material indicated in the permit applications shall be modified to provide for
native vegetation for enhanced wildlife habitat purposes to replace the proposed turf
grass and other non-native vegetation in Phase 1A.
5. The County shall amend the proposed plant palette for Phase 1A, received and dated
December 6, 1993, to replace any native problem plant species identified in the Park,
Tree and Landscape memo dated December 30, 1993 with more appropriate native
plant materials also identified therein.
6. A parking lot as proposed in the permit applications to be located within the Phase 1A
area shall be deleted in favor of a parking lot located in conjunction with the proposed
interpretive center, adjacent easterly of the Phase 1A boundaries, and it shall be
designed and constructed as a Phase 1 BC project as soon as practicable, but no later
than January 1, 1996.
7. Only such security lighting as is determined necessary for public safety purposes by
City's Chief of Police shall be installed in the proposed park and every attempt shall be
made to mitigate any negative impact on adjacent landowners.
8. Reclaimed water shall be used for irrigation when available from a pipe extended
seaward from Graveled Avenue by the City.
9. County shall consider and, if determined feasible, implement a volunteer assisted
planting program.
10. The applicant shall comply with all applicable mitigation measures identified in Final
Environmental Impact Report No. 521 for the Bolsa Chica Regional Park.
11. Any expansion or alteration of the Phase 1A development area or development
components, other than addressed in this application, shall be subject to approval of a
new Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission.
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12. Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3 and Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 shall not
become effective for any purpose until the Coastal Commission appeal period has
closed and an "Acceptance of Conditions" form has been signed by the applicant,
notarized and returned to the Planning Division.
13. Conditional Use Permit No. 94-3 and Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 shall
become null and void unless exercised within one (1) year of the close of the Coastal
Commission appeal period, or such extension of time as may be granted by the
Planning Commission, pursuant to a written request submitted (with the appropriate
processing fee in effect at the time) to the Planning Department a minimum thirty days
prior to the expiration date.
Findings for Approval for Coastal Development Permit No. 93-28 and Conditional Use Permit
No. 94-3
B. 1. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised conforms with the wildlife habitat
protection, public access and public recreation policies of the California Coastal Act.
2. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised is consistent with the plan's policies,
requirements and standards of the City's Local Coastal Program.
3. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised is consistent with the CZ suffix
designation and the base zoning district and other applicable provisions of the
Huntington Beach Zoning Code.
4. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised properly integrates the proposed park
uses in a manner sensitive to the surrounding residential properties.
5. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised included temporary on -street parking to
serve Phase 1A visitors until permanent parking space on -site can be constructed as
Phase 1 BC of the Park.
6. The combination and relationship of proposed uses to each other in the Plan as revised
are properly integrated.
7. The pedestrian and bicycle trail system will provide additional access opportunities in the
Bolsa Chica area, while perimeter fencing will discourage human access into
environmentally sensitive area and minimize disturbances to wildlife.
8. Some filling of the drainage ravine may be necessary to eliminate potential safety
hazards to park users and to provide adequate trail separation, and the filling and
modification of the ravine will be adequately mitigated by the creation of an
approximately .5 acre wetland enhancement area at the mouth of the ravine.
9. The vista overlook will provide additional visual access opportunities to the Bolsa Chica
lowlands, while minimizing potential intrusions to wildlife habitat.
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10.. The location, site layout and design of Phase 1A as revised properly adapts the
proposed use to existing streets, driveways and other adjacent structures and uses in a
harmonious manner by maintaining existing circulation patterns and preserving view
opportunities for residents on the opposite side of Seapoint Avenue.
11. The proposed design for Phase 1A as revised does not include any habitable structure
and will not require any infrastructure improvement to serve development and operation
of this phase of park development.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig
NOES: Silva, Robitaille, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
Motions begin on page thirteen (13).
Bob Fisher, Director of Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks Department, stated that
some of park is beyond the boundaries of the city and the Board of Supervisors will have to
approve a formal amendment to the plan for the entire park. He stated that he is commited and
that it is their objective and intention to take the plan back to the Board of Supervisors to amend
the plan to remove the turf grass and replace with native vegetation unless during the processing
through the county and the city there is some desire somewhere in the park for something else.
Deed Restrictions - Motion Died for Lack of Second
A motion was made by Leipzig to direct staff to develop deed restrictions for the parcels to be
dedicated to the county from the city in this Linear Park to incorporate the use of native
vegetation exclusively in the landscaping. The motion DIED for lack of second.
Staff Directed to Prepare Deed Restrictions
A motion was made by Leipzig, seconded by Winchell, to direct staff to develop deed restrictions
for the parcels that the city will be dedicating to the county for Linear Park. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silva, Robitaille
ABSENT: None
(City Council) PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S
CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 93-16 - COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-9A AND DENIAL OF CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 93-21 -
PROPOSED RESTAURANT AT 119 MAIN STREET - APPEAL DENIED (420.40)
The Mayor announced that this was that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider the following:
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APPLICATION NUMBER: Appeal of Planning Commission's Approval of Conditional use Permit
No. 93-16, Coastal Development Permit No. 93-9A and Denial of Conditional Exception No. 93-
21.
APPLICANT/APPELLANT: Frank Alfonso, 6630 Vickiview Drive, West Hills, CA 91307
LOCATION: 119 Main Street (northwest side, inland of Pacific Coast Highway)
ZONE: Downtown Specific Plan, District 3 (Visitor -Serving Commercial)
REQUEST: To establish a 3,500 square foot restaurant with sales and live entertainment in an
existing vacant building and a variance for an 18 parking space reduction ) Proposed are
17 spaces in lieu of the 35 required pursuant to Section 9602.2 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code).
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to
Section 15301, Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act.
COASTAL STATUS: The proposed project is located within a non -appealable portion of the
Coastal Zone.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published, posted and
mailed.
The Community Development Director presented a staff report
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk announced a communication received and distributed to Council from Diane
Easterling, Co -Chair of the Downtown Residents' Association dated May 2, 1994 in support of the
Planning Commission and staff recommended action and stated that copies are available for the
public pursuant to the Brown Act.
Frank Alfonso, property owner, spoke in support of the proposed project and requested
permission to operate his business before the parking issue is resolved.
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.
Following discussion by Council and staff a motion was made by Leipzig, seconded by Winchell,
to uphold the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 93-16 and Coastal
Development Permit No. 93-9A with findings and conditions of approval as set forth in
Attachment No. Two to the Request for Council Action dated May 2, 1994 and uphold the
Planning Commission's denial of Conditional Exception No. 93-21 with findings as set forth in
Attachment No. Two to the Request for Council Action dated May 2, 1994.
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Findings for Approval - Conditional Use Permit No. 93-16
1. The proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of the mezzanine area and with beer
and wine sales and live entertainment will be located in a structure that is properly adapted to
streets, driveways and adjacent structures in a harmonious manner.
2. The proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of the mezzanine area and with beer
and wine sales and live entertainment is consistent with the uses permitted in Downtown
Specific Plan, District 3 which allows these visitor serving uses subject to conditional use
permit approval.
3. The proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of the mezzanine area and with beer
and wine sales and live entertainment will be compatible with residential uses within 300 feet
because:
a. The restaurant will be subject to both Orange County Health Department and State
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board regulations.
b. Residential uses are buffered from the restaurant by existing commercial uses.
c. Live entertainment activity will be contained within the building.
4. Sufficient parking spaces exist in the vicinity to service the restaurant and in -lieu parking fees
will be collected to off -set any realized parking deficiency.
5. The visitor -serving commercial use is consistent with the General Plan, in particular the
coastal and Land Use Elements.
6. The establishment and maintenance of the 2,400 square foot restaurant with beer and wine
sales and live entertainment will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons residing
or working in the vicinity, nor be detrimental to the value of properties and improvements in
the Downtown area. The use will provide additional dining and entertainment opportunities for
residents, visitors and persons working in the vicinity.
Findings for Approval - Coastal Development Permit No. 93-91
1. The proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of the mezzanine area and with beer
and wine sales and live entertainment conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and
standards of the Huntington Beach Coastal Element of the General Plan. The Coastal
element encourages additional restaurants and other support facilities for visitors to the
coastal Zone.
2. Coastal development Permit No. 93-94 with the following conditions of approval is consistent
with the Downtown Specific Plan as well as other provisions of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance code applicable to the property.
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3. At the time of occupancy, the proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of he
mezzanine area and with beer and wine sales and live entertainment can be provided with
infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Huntington Beach Coastal element and
Coastal Land Use Plan of the General Plan.
4. The proposed 2,400 square foot restaurant without use of the mezzanine area and with beer
and wine sales conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of
the California coastal Act.
Conditions of Approval - Conditional Use Permit No. 93-16 And Coastal Development Permit
No. 93-9A
1. The site plan received December 17, 1993, and the floor plan and elevations received and
dated October 15, 1993, shall be the conditionally approved layout with the following
modifications:
a. Reduce the restaurant area to 2,400 square feet located only on the first floor. The
second floor mezzanine shall not be used.
b. The site plan shall be revised to show a new trash enclosure.
2. Prior to the sale of alcoholic beverages, a copy of the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)
Board license, along with any special conditions imposed by ABC, shall be submitted to the
Department of Community Development. Any conditions that are more restrictive than those
set forth in this approval shall be adhered to.
3. Prior to commencing live entertainment activities, a copy of an approved entertainment permit
as issued by the Business License Department shall be submitted to the Department of
community development.
4. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant/property owner shall complete the
following:
a. Four (4) feet of dedication along Main Street shall be irrevocable offered for street and
public utility purposes.
b. Payment of all applicable Public'Works fees.
c. Submit evidence of a City/Redevelopment Agency Agreement, or similar instrument,
assuring in -lieu fee participation for 12 parking spaces that is approved as to form and
content by the City Attorney's Office, Community development Department and economic
Development Department, and recorded on the property. The fee per space as
established by the city Council shall be paid by the property owner or tenant on an annual
basis for up to 15 years.
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5. Fire Department requirements are as follows:
a. Automatic fire sprinklers will be required throughout the entire occupancy if any portion of
the second floor will be used for drinking and or dining per Uniform Fire Code
Section 17.56.0559(c).
b. Provide an automatic fire protection system for any commercial type food heating -
processing equipment.
c. Exits, aisle ways, corridors, signs shall comply with the Uniform Building code chapter 33.
d. Fire extinguishers will be required per Huntington Beach Fire- Code standards.
e. Address numerals shall be displayed at the front entry in a visually accessible location per
Huntington Beach Fire Department Standard No. 428.
6. This conditional use permit shall not become effective for any purpose unless an "Acceptance
of Conditions" form has been signed by the applicant and property owner, notarized and
returned to the Planning Division and until the ten (100 day appeal period has elapsed.
7. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke this conditional use permit if any
violation of these conditions or Huntington Beach Ordinance code occurs.
Code Requirements
1. The proposed use shall comply with all applicable provisions of the municipal, Ordinance, Fire
and Building Codes.
2. Live entertainment shall comply with the Noise Ordinance, Chapter 8.40 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code.
3. A trash enclosure shall comply with Section 9730.60 of the Huntington beach Ordinance
code.
4. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all required traffic impact fees shall be paid.
5. Any signs for the restaurant proposed on, or visible from, the exterior of the building shall be
submitted for review and approval of the Design Review Board prior to approval of sign
permit.
6. This conditional use permit shall become null and void unless exercised within one (1) year of
the date of final approval, or such extension of time as may be granted by the Planning
Commission pursuant to a written request submitted to the Planning Division a minimum 30
days prior to expiration.
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Findings for Denial - Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 93-21
1. Since the property may be utilized as retail commercial with no increase in the parking
requirement, such a conditional exception (variance) for deviation in parking requirement is
not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights.
2. Granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 93-21 for deviation in parking requirements
would constitute a special privilege inconsistent with limitations upon properties in the vicinity.
The Downtown specific Plan allows the payment of in -lieu parking fees to be used to satisfy
the parking requirement.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council) PUBLIC HEARING - TWENTIETH YEAR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SUBMISSION - APPROVED (640.10)
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to consider
comments from the public on the contents of the city's Twentieth Year Submission to the
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for receipt of $1,636,000 in Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted.
The Economic Development Director presented a staff report using slides regarding HUD national
objectives, allowed uses of CDBG funds, program income and recommendations for 1994/95
CDBG Program Budget. She announced that Sharon Sterling, Citizens' Advisory Board Vice -
Chairperson and Cheryl Villasenor, Human Resources Board Secretary, will present staff reports
for their committees.
Sharon Sterling, Citizens' Advisory Board Vice -Chairperson, spoke in support of the Citizens'
Advisory Board recommendations for the 1994/95 Community Development Block Grant Program
Budget. She thanked the members of the Board for their hard work including Richard
Armendariz, Judith Lewis, Stan Cohen, Charleen Nerio-Meisenheimer, Carol Kanode, Frank
Puccilli, Jeff LaBow, Ellen Thatcher and Phil Zisakis.
Cheryl Villasenor, Human Resources Board Secretary, reviewed the selection process and
summarized recommendations for the 1994/95 Community Development Block Grant Budget.
Councilmember Silva questioned whether discussion was held by the Citizens' Advisory Board
and the Human Resources Board regarding the funding of agencies that render services to illegal
aliens under the CDBG Program.
Ms. Villasenor responded that the Human Resources Board followed HUD guidelines for funding
criteria in their advisory capacity.
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The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
Tony Lucia, Human Resources Board representative, read from a letter from Lisa Moreno,
Housing Finance Specialist, dated March 7, 1994 regarding the question of funding agencies that
render services to illegal aliens under the CDBG Program. Mr. Lucia also read from a letter from
Mayor Moulton -Patterson dated March 25, 1994 regarding the illegal alien issue. He stated he
did not get an adequate answer to his question about the funding of agencies that render
services to illegal aliens under the program.
Jim Miller, Shelter for the Homeless representative, spoke in support of the local program for the
homeless funded by private donations. He stated that there are people living along the 405
Freeway in Huntington Beach and requested reconsideration of the Community Development
Block Grant Funds or emergency funding to handle the immediate crisis.
Councilmember Silva asked if the program provided services for illegal aliens.
Ben Davis, Shelter for the Homeless representative, spoke regarding an award given to him by
the city several years ago for recruiting churches for homeless shelters. He stated that there is a
need for transitional housing and permanent housing for the homeless people in the city. He read
from a list of churches involved in providing emergency housing for the homeless.
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.
Discussion was held by Council and staff regarding the issue of providing services to illegal
aliens.
A motion was made by Winchell, seconded by Leipzig, to approve the Twentieth Year Community
Development Block Grant Submission, Attachment No. Two to the Request for Council Action
dated May 2, 1994, for $1,636,000, authorize its submission to the U. S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development and authorize the City Administrator to execute the required
Certifications and approve and authorize the expenditure of funds as shown in the Proposed
CDBG Budget, Attachment No. Three to the Request for Council Action dated May 2, 1994,
approve the Public Service Agencies for CDBG funding as recommended by the Human
Resources Board, Attachment No. Four to the Request for Council Action dated May 2, 1994,
approve the sample public services contracts, waive the insurance requirements of Resolution
No. 6277, and authorize the execution of agreements between individual public service agencies
and the city for the Twentieth Year Community Development Block Grant, Attachment No. Five to
the Request for Council Action dated May 2, 1994, as follows:
Huntington Beach Community Clinic
$
35,000
Girls and Boys Club of FV/HB
$
14,000
Feedback Foundation
$
5,200
Legal Aid Society
$
40,000
Hotline of Southern California
$
5,000
O. C. Transportation Authority
$
12,900
Episcopal Service Alliance
$
15,000
Huntington Youth Shelter
$
5,000
Interval House
$
25,000
Huntington Valley Adult Day Care
$
15,000
Dayle McIntosh Center for the Disabled
$
5,000
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O. C. Council on Aging
Someone Cares Soup Kitchen
California Elwyn
Salvation Army
Orange Coast Interfaith Shelter
Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
Community Service Program
TOTAL
Orange County Fair Housing Council
The motion carried by the following roll all vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silver, Robitaille
ABSENT: None
$ 5,000
$ 5,000
$ 6,500
$ 15,000
$ 12,000
$ 9,000
$ 15,800
$245,400
$ 34,000
Staff Directed to Prepare Report Regarding Assistance to Illegal Aliens - Community
Development Block Grant Funds
A motion was made by Winchell, seconded by Sullivan, to direct staff to return with a report on
how the city can address what the city's policy is going to be regarding the issue of assisting
illegal aliens so that an action will be on the books to enable a letter to be sent to all the agencies
that the city is working with indicating to them what the city's policy is going to be so they have the
next year to implement their action plan that would either address the new city criteria, if the city
establishes it, and give the agencies that opportunity; staff to return within two months; Council
liaisons to work with staff to develop the report. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silver, Robitaille
ABSENT: None
sty Council) CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING - DECISION CONTINUED FROM APRIL 18, 1994 -
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 93-5 A - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 93-20 - STANDARDS
FOR OUTDOOR DINING - INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3232 - DECISION
CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (640.10) .
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing continued closed
from April 18, 1994 to consider the following:
APPLICATION NUMBER: Code Amendment No. 93-5 A - Environmental Assessment No. 93-20.
APPLICANT: Department of Community Services, City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: City-wide
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REQUEST: To establish provisions in the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code to permit and
regulate outdoor dining.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Covered by Environmental Assessment No. 93-20 also to be
considered by Council.
COASTAL STATUS: Not applicable
The City Clerk announced a communication received and distributed to Council from Robert
Winchell, President for the Board of Directors and members of Huntington Beach Tomorrow,
dated April 30, 1994.
A motion was made by Winchell, seconded by Moulton -Patterson, to continue Code Amendment
No. 93-5A, Environmental Assessment No. 93-20, Standards for Outdoor Dining and
introduction of Ordinance No. 3232 to Wednesday, May 4, 1994 at 6:30 p.m. The motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Sullivan, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Silva (out of room)
Motion to Continue Meeting to Wednesday, May 4, 1994 at 6:30 p.m.
The Mayor announced the hour of eleven o'clock and to comply with Council resolution, asked for
a motion to continue the meeting.
A motion was made by Sullivan, seconded by Leipzig, to continue the balance of the agenda to
Wednesday, May 4, 1994.
Amendment to Motion - Take Action on Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement
with Associates Nine - Approved
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Moulton -Patterson, to amend the motion to take
action on the Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan Agreement with Associates Nine. The
amendment carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Sullivan
NOES: Robitaille, Leipzig
ABSENT: None
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Motion to Continue Meeting to Wednesday, May 4, 1994 at 6:30 p.m.
The original motion made by Sullivan, seconded by Leipzig, to continue the balance of the
agenda to Wednesday, May 4, 1994 carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Sullivan, Leipzig
NOES: Bauer, Robitaille
ABSENT: None
(Redevelopment Agency/City Council) AFFORDABLE HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN
AGREEMENT - ASSOCIATES NINE - 725-733 UTICA AVENUE - COUNCIL RESOLUTION
NO. 6590 AND AGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 257 - ADOPTED AS AMENDED (600.30)
The City Clerk presented Council Resolution No. 6590 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPROVING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AND ASSOCIATES NINE." and Agency Resolution No. 257 - "A
RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
APPROVING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND ASSOCIATES
NINE."
The Special Projects Director presented a staff report.
Greg Brown, Special Projects Development Specialist, presented a staff report and responded to
Council questions regarding the project.
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Leipzig, to adopt Agency Resolution No. 257
approving a Loan Agreement between the Redevelopment Agency of the city and Associates
Nine, a California general partnership, calling for the expenditure of no more than $546,000 in
housing set aside funds in exchange for thirty-six units of affordable housing for households
earning below 60% of the Orange County median income, for a period of thirty years and to adopt
Council Resolution No. 6590 approving a loan agreement between the City of Huntington Beach
and Associates Nine, a California general partnership, calling for the expenditure of no more than
$546,000 in housing set aside funds in exchange for thirty-six units of affordable housing for
households earning below 60% of the Orange County Median income, for a period of thirty years.
Amendment to Motion to Include Language Regarding Tax Savings
An amendment to the motion was made by Sullivan, accepted by Bauer, to amend the Loan
Agreement to include the following language: "If the Developer receives Low Income Housing
Tax Credits for the project and those credits are applied to reduce the income tax liability of the
Developer, no less than fifty (50%) of the tax savings must be returned to the Agency to reduce
the outstanding Agency loan balance on the Project."
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The amended motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig
NOES: Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) MINUTES - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994
(City Council) AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF - SABELKO VS. CITY OF PHOENIX ET AL -
DEMONSTRATING AT HEALTH CARE FACILITIES - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (630.50)
(City Council) AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF - DEVITA VS. COUNTY OF NAPA - LOCAL LAND USE
PLANNING - LOCAL OR STATEWIDE CONCERN - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (630.50)
(Redevelopment Agency/City Council) ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY - WIMPI'S
HAMBURGERS - 504 AND 506 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY - AP NO. 024-152-11 AND 12 -
SARRABEREfWOOD/GOODMAN - MAIN -PIER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA -
CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (650.20)
(City Council) GOTHARD STREET SIDEWALK AND CENTRAL PARK HANDICAPPED CURB
RAMPS PROJECT - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - CALL FOR BIDS - CC-909 - CONTINUED
TO MAY 4, 1994 (600.70)
(City Council) FEDERALLY FUNDED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - AMBERLEAF PARK RENOVATION - TEHACHAPI
LANDSCAPE COMPANY - CC-899 - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (600.65)
(City Council) AGREEMENT - AMBULANCE BILLING AND COLLECTION SERVICES FOR
FIRE MED PROGRAM - WITTMAN ENTERPRISES - REDUCTION IN PROFESSIONAL
LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY LIMIT - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (600.10)
(City Council) CONTRACT FOR ANNUAL AUDIT FOR 1993/94, 1994/95 AND 1995/96 - KPMG
PEAT MARWICK - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (600.10)
(City Council) CONTINUED FROM APRIL 18, 1994 - REDUCTION OF IMPROVEMENT
SECURITY - TRACT NO. 13625 - EAST SIDE GOLDENWEST STREET BETWEEN WALNUT
STREET AND PALM AVENUE - OCEAN POINT PARTNERS - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994
(420.60)
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(City Council) CONTINUED FROM APRIL 18, 1994 - REDUCTION OF IMPROVEMENT
SECURITY - TRACT NO. 13527 - EAST OF SEAPOINT AVENUE - SOUTH OF GARFIELD
STREET - URBAN WEST COMMUNITIES - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (420.60)
(City Council) CONTINUED FROM APRIL 18, 1994 - REDUCTION OF IMPROVEMENT
SECURITY - TRACT NO. 14277 - EAST OF SEAPOINT AVENUE - SOUTH OF GARFIELD
STREET - PENINSULA I PARTNERS - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (420.60)
(City Council) REQUEST FOR APPROPRIATION - HIGH SPEED COPIER - CONTINUED
TO MAY 4, 1994 (320.45)
(City Council) EARLIER CURFEWS IN THE RECREATIONAL ZONE PARKING LOT AND
METERS - RESOLUTION NO. 6591 - BLUFF TOP PARKING LOTS ALONG PACIFIC COAST
HIGHWAY - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (560.35)
(City Council) PROGRAM FOR PUBLICIZING ULTRA -LOW -FLUSH TOILET RETROFIT
PROGRAM - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (1000.90)
(City Council) REQUEST TO REPLACE DAMAGED VEHICLE - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994
(320.45)
(City Council) CONVEYANCE OF 8.863 ACRES OF PROPERTY TO THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FROM SEACLIFF PARTNERS - CONTINUED TO
MAY 4, 1994 (600.10)
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) WAHOO's RESTAURANT - ACCEPTANCE OF DEED
OF TRUST AND PROMISSORY NOTE FOR IN -LIEU PARKING FEE - 120 MAIN STREET - MAIN
PIER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA - CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (340.20)
(City Council) SOLID WASTE PROCESSING FACILITY SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT -
RAINBOW DISPOSAL AND RAINBOW TRANSFER AND RECYCLING - CONTINUED TO
MAY 4, 1994 (600.45)
(City Council) POLICY RE: PROCEDURES FOR PUTTING PROJECTS TO VOTE OF PEOPLE
-MEASURE "C" VOTE REQUIREMENTS -CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (120.10)
(City Council) CALIFORNIA UNIFORM TOBACCO CONTROL ACT - RESOLUTION NO. 6589 -
CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 1994 (120.70)
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(City Council) DESIGN REVIEW BOARD - APPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL TRYON TO FILL
VACANT POSITION OF PUBLIC MEMBER ALTERNATE - REQUEST TO AMEND ORDINANCE
TO DELETE COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE AND INCREASE PUBLIC MEMBERS - CONTINUED
TO MAY 4, 1994 (110.20)
ADJOURNMENT - COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Moulton -Patterson adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council and the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to Wednesday, May 4, 1994 at 6:30 p.m.
in the Council Chamber, Civic Center, Huntington Beach, California.
ATTEST:
City Clerk/Clerk
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Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency and City
Clerk and ex-ofl'icio Clerk of the City Council
of the City of Huntington Beach, California
Mayor/Chairman
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