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CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, October 17, 1994
A videotape recording of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
Mayor Moulton -Patterson called the regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 5:12 p.m. in Room B-8.
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson,
(arrived at 5:26 p.m.)
ABSENT: Robitaille
CLOSED SESSION
Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan (arrived 5:12 p.m.), Silva
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency for the purpose of meeting
in closed session of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency to consider the following closed
session items:
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(C) to confer with its
City Attorney regarding pending litigation - based on existing facts and circumstances, the
legislative body of the local agency has decided to initiate or is deciding whether to initiate
litigation. Number of potential cases 1 - Potential litigation City v. PERS. (120.80)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(A) to confer with its
attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the city is a
party - Title of the litigation is Righeimer v. City Orange County Superior Court Case No. Sacv94-
676-Ahs(Eex). (120.80)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to meet with its
designated representatives William Osness, Personnel Director, and Daniel Cassidy, Esquire,
Liebert, Cassidy and Frierson, regarding Labor Relations Matters - Meet and Confer regarding the
following employee organizations: Marine Safety Officers Association (MSOA), Police Officers
Association (POA), Police Management Association (PMA), Municipal Employees Association
(MEA), Municipal Employees Organization (MEO), Huntington Beach Firemens' Association
(HBPFA), and Surf City �ifeguard Employees Association (SCLEA). (120.80)
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The Mayor reconvened the regular meetings of the City Counci[/Redevelopment Agency at
6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Silva, Bauer, Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(City Council) AUTHORIZED RETENTION OF LAW FIRM OF STRUMWASSER AND
WOOCHER REGARDING RIGHEIMER V. CITY - CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITS TO
INDEPENDENT COMMITTEES -AGREEMENT TO BE PREPARED FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL
(630.40)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Attorney regarding whom to employ as
outside legal counsel to assist in the defense of Righeimer v. City - Campaign contribution limits
to independent committees.
It was announced that in the closed session just held by Council on this item, the Council directed
the City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with the firm of Strumwasser and Woocher, legal
counsel, regarding Righeimer vs. City (City Campaign Code Challenge) with an agreement to
return for Council approval. The vote in closed session was announced as follows:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Wnchell,
NOES: Leipzig
ABSTAIN: Silva, Sullivan
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council) REPORT REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ACTION: ON_O_CTOBER 3. 1994 IN
CLOSED SESSION THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING SITE CLEAN UP OF 301-
303 MAIN STREET (400.50)
The City Clerk announced for the record that on October 3, 1994 in closed session of the
Redevelopment Agency a unanimous vote was taken to initiate litigation against responsible
parties for site clean up of 301-303 Main Street.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Charles Hoppe, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7368.
Father Guss, St. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, offered the invocation.
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PRESENTATION - CHECK FOR $5,000 - RAINBOW DISPOSAL COMPANY - PIER
RECONSTRUCTION FUND
Ron Shenkman, Rainbow Disposal Company, presented by a check in the amount of $5,000 to
the Mayor for the fourth annual payment totaling $20,000 of a $25,000 pledge to the Pier
Reconstruction Fund.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO SUSAN PIERCE, ASSOCIATE PLANNER - HB ZONING AND
ORDINANCE CODE
A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of Huntington Beach expressing appreciation was
presented to Susan Pierce, Associate Planner, Community Development Department for
coordinating and completing the comprehensive revision to the Huntington Beach Zoning and
Ordinance Code.
Melanie Fallon, Community Development Director, spoke regarding Ms. Pierce's accomplishment.
Ms. Pierce thanked Lois Poavers, Office Specialist, for the word processing assistance and Bob Sigmon,
Graphics, for their assistance and stated that the job could not have been accomplished without their help
and the members of the Community Development Department who assumed some of her duties while sh
expended her efforts on the Division 9 Re -write.
PRESENTATION - POW/MIA FLAG VETERAN'S OF FOREIGN WARS - POST 7368
The Mayor accepted a presentation of a POW -MIA Flag to be flown at City Hall from the Veterans
of Foreign Wards Post 7368 and its auxiliary.
SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY REGARDING SANTA ANA RIVER
PROJECT - OC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY
A film presentation was made by Herb Nakasone and Edward Andrews representing the Santa
Ana River Project Administration, Orange County Environmental Management Agency, Public
Works Division regarding the Santa Ana River Project.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Communications Announced By The City Clerk Pursuant To The Brown Act:
Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Clerk announced the following late communications which
had been distributed to Council and which were available at her desk:
Communication dated November 17, 1994 from Melanie Fallon regarding the Status of the Bolsa
Chica Local Coastal Program (LCP).
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Communication dated October 17, 1994 from Tom Faye, HBFA President, regarding Article 4
Minimum Staffing and Filling of Vacancies in Fire Department.
Communication from Robert Franz, Deputy City Administrator, dated October 17, 1994 regarding
Cultural Master Plan.
Communication from Jon Ely, John Scott and Linda Scott dated October 15, 1994 regarding
Santa Ana River Crossings Study.
Communication dated September 16, 1994 from the Community Development Director entitled:
California Environmental Quality Agency (CEQA) - Alternatives to the Proposed Action
Communication dated September 27, 1994 from Ken R. Smith, Director of Orange County
Transportation, regarding Santa Ana River Crossings Cooperative Study.
Communication dated October 17, 1994 from Gail Hutton, City Attorney, regarding Releasing
Salaries of Public Employees.
Revised Page No. 16 adding Ordinance No. 3239 for Adoption - Development Standards
Downtown Specific Plan.
Revised Page No. 19 regarding the Proposal that Channel HBTV-3 Show the Forum on Bolsa
Chica that was Recorded in Seal Beach.
Father Guss read a letter of appreciation for the cty's action on the left turn signs at the
dangerous traffic situation at Magnolia and Indianapolis and for the forthcoming signal light.
Gene Atherton spoke in favor of partial public financing of local elections. He gave examples of
cities where it has been successful.
Alice Sommer addressed Council regarding her request that the city provide a reward for the
capture of the murderer of her son.
The City Administrator reported.
Al Rachman and David Tamarin expressed their appreciation to Council for the signal lights at
Miramar and Atlanta.
Richard Henderson requested Council to make city employees' salaries available and to include
uniform allowance; etc.; that the names don't have to be released.
George Arnold spoke in opposition to the Public Hearing Item on the agenda - Revisions to City's
comprehensive fee schedule- Main -Pier Promenade Parking Structure fees.
Bill Mello, Director of Citizens Bureau of Investigation, spoke in opposition to the City Employee
Retirement Options.
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Ann Speigel referring to a letter she had written to the Mayor requested that Council consider
finding a way to make it possible to get information directly through Channel 3 as she believed
the news media coverage provided the city was inadequate. She requested that Council
meetings be on Channel 50.
At the request of Mrs. Speigel, Robert Franz, Deputy City Administrator/Administrative Services,
reported on how much revenue was received and how it is generated.
Mayor Moulton -Patterson requested that televising the City Council meetings on Channel 50 be
looked into.
Wendy Mello spoke against disclosure of salaries of city employees. She presented a flyer
describing police officers as pigs and spoke against such flyers.
Richard Silber, Attorney at Law, representing the H. B. Firefighter's Association and Lifeguard
Association, addressed Council regarding what he believes to be a denial of due process. He
stated that he had just picked up a thick packet of information from the City Clerk's Office and
that there was inadequate review time. He urged Council to review their proposal and meet and
urged no unilateral action be taken.
John Bassen addressed Council in opposition to the release of city employees salaries.
Steve Gullage, member of the Huntington Beach Mobilehome Owners Association, urged
approval of the agenda item submitted by the Mobile home Review Committee.
Penny Sutherst addressed Council in opposition to what she stated was receipt of
Councilmember Silva of free cable television service.
Councilmember Silva responded to the remarks of Ms. Sutherst_
Jack Frabl addressed Council and stated that he had not received a reply regarding the city
participating in the FEMA Community Rating System (Flood Insurance).
Gerald Chapman, member of Arts Center Foundation, urged approval of the agenda items
relative to Bid Award - Completion of Municipal Arts Center and the City's Cultural Master Plan.
Teddi Alves spoke in opposition to various actions of the city including eminent domain.
Ed Kerins spoke regarding the city's need to participate in the FEMA (Flood Insurance) project.
He urged support of the agenda item relative to participation in FEMA'S Community Rating
System (Flood Insurance).
Sandra Cole addressed Council and stated that she would gladly pay $30 per year license fee if
she could rent her mobilehome as the park owners do. She requested that mobilehome rentals
be included.
Steve Olim urged disclosure of city employee's salaries.
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Natalie Kotsch spoke regarding her appreciation that the cultural Master Plan included the Surfing
Museum. She opposed the proposed validation hike in the downtown parking structure.
Susan Wuchner spoke in opposition to Seacliff Partners elevation plan and lack of tree vouchers.
Jim Bridges showed slides of city employee salaries.
Grace Mello spoke in opposition to candidates endorsed by employee associations.
(City Council PUBLIC HEARING - REVISIONS TO CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE
- RESOLUTION NO. 6642 ADOPTED - EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1 1994- MAIN -PIER
PROMENADE PARKING STRUCTURE FEES (340.20)
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to consider
revisions to the City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule. All proposed fee increases are cost
recovery in nature.
It is proposed that parking fees in the downtown parking structure be increased by $1 (from $2 to
$3 during the week and from $3 to $4 during the weekend).
It is proposed that downtown parking structure validation charges to participating businesses be
increased from $0.25 to $1.00 per validation. It is estimated that $100,000 would be generated
annually.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted. No
communications or written protests were received on the matter.
The City Clerk presented Resolution No. 6642 for Council adoption - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5159
ENTITLED, 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ESTABLISHING A CITY FEE SCHEDULE' AS TO SERVICES OFFERED UNDER THE
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT (SUPPLEMENTAL FEE RESOLUTION NO. 50)." The
ordinance amends the City fee schedule as it pertains to fees for the Main Promenade Parking
Structure as follows: change the weekday rate from $2 to $3; weekend daily rate from $3 to $4;
and continue the 250 validation charge to merchants which would allow the public to pay a
reduced daily rate fee based on the number of validation stickers received from the merchant.
The public would pay $1 for parking with one validation, 500 with two validations, and 250 with
three validations; parking would be free with four validations. Said resolution to be effective
November 1, 1994,
Jim Engle, Community Services Deputy Director Development/Recreation Division, made a slide
presentation.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed, either oral
or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
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A motion was made by Winchell, second Leipzig, to approve Option 1 amending Resolution
No. 5159 by adopting Resolution No. 6642. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Robitaille, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Bauer, Silva
ABSENT: None
(City Council) PUBLIC HEARING - REVISIONS TO CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE
- RESOLUTION NO. 6643 ADOPTED - IMPOUNDEDISTORED VEHICLE FEES (340.20)
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to consider
revisions to the City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule. All proposed fee increases are cost
recovery in nature.
It is proposed that a vehicle impound release fee of $50 be charged by the Police Department to
recover costs related to impounding vehicles. It is estimated that $300,000 would be generated
annually.
It is proposed that downtown parking structure validation charges to participating businesses be
increased from $0.25 to $1.00 per validation. It is estimated that $100,000 would be generated
annually.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted. No
communications or written protests were received on the matter.
The City Clerk presented Resolution No. 6643 for Council adoption - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5159
ENTITLED, 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ESTABLISHING A CITY FEE SCHEDULE' AS TO FEES CHARGED BY THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR IMPOUNDED -STORED VEHICLE RELEASE
(SUPPLEMENTAL FEE RESOLUTION NO. 51)." The ordinance establishes a $50 release fee
for impounded/stored vehicles.
The Police Chief presented the staff report.
Discussion was held between the Police Chief and Councilmember Sullivan.
The Mayor declared the hearing open.
There being no one further to speak on the matter and there being no further protests filed, either
oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
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A motion was made by Sullivan, seconded by Leipzig, to adopt Resolution No. 6643. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) AMENDMENT OF FIVE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
AREAS - MAIN -PIER - HUNTINGTON CENTER - TALBERT-BEACH - OAKVIEW - YORKTOWN-
LAKE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREAS - IMPLEMENTATION PLANS - INTRODUCTION
OF ORDINANCE NOS. 3262, 3263, 3264, 3265, AND 3266 -APPROVED (410.10)
Mayor Moulton -Patterson announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to
consider amendment of the Main -Pier, Huntington Center, Talbert -Beach, Oakview and Yorktown -
Lake Redevelopment Project Areas. The amendments are required by the State of California
Health and Safety Code Section 33000 et seq. which, in summary, requires the Agency to restate
the goals and conditions of blight adopted when the project areas were created, to state new five
year goals and identify how these activities will address remaining blight. These "Implementation
Plans° will also report planned activities to address the Agency's low and moderate income
housing obligations.
Plan amendments may shorten or lengthen the life of the plans, the period to create debt, the
period to repay debt, and the allowable period to collect tax increment or sell bonds. The
amendments will not alter the size of the project areas nor the authority of the Agency to
undertake redevelopment activities in each.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted. No
communications or written protests were received on the matter.
Stephen Kohler, Economic Development Project Manager, presented a slide report.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
There being no one further to speak on the matter and there being no further protests filed, either
oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
A motion was made by Winchell, seconded by Sullivan, to approve the Implementation Plans and
after reading by title, to approve introduction of the following ordinances:
Ordinance No. 3262 - Introduction Approved - Time Limitations - Huntington Center
Commercial District Redevelopment Plan - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING OR ADDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS TO
THE HUNTINGTON CENTER COMMERCIAL DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PLAN WITH
RESPECT TO AREAS OF THE PROJECT AREA INCLUDED, ADDED, OR INCORPORATED
INTO SAID REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA PRIOR TO JANUARY 1, 1994."
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Ordinance No. 3263 - Introduction Approved - Time Limitations - Main -Pier Rede_ velapment
Plan - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING OR ADDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS TO THE MAIN -PIER REDEVELOPMENT
PLAN WITH RESPECT TO AREAS OF THE PROJECT AREA INCLUDED, ADDED, OR
INCORPORATED INTO SAID REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA PRIOR TO
JANUARY 1, 1994."
Ordinance No. 3264 - Introduction Approved - Oakview Redevelopment Plan - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING OR
ADDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS TO THE OAKVIEW REDEVELOPMENT PLAN WITH
RESPECT TO AREAS OF THE PROJECT AREA INCLUDED, ADDED, OR INCORPORATED
INTO SAID REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA PRIOR TO JANUARY 1, 1994."
Ordinance No. 3265 - Introduction Approved - Talbert Beach Redevelopment Plan - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING OR
ADDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS TO THE TALBERT-BEACH REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
WITH RESPECT TO AREAS OF THE PROJECT AREA INCLUDED, ADDED, OR
INCORPORATED INTO SAID REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA PRIOR TO
JANUARY 1, 1994.
Ordinance No. 3266 - introduction Approved - Yorktown -Lake Redevelopment Plan - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING OR
ADDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS TO THE YORKTOWN-LAKE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
WITH RESPECT TO AREAS OF THE PROJECT AREA INCLUDED, ADDED, OR
INCORPORATED INTO SAID REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA PRIOR TO
JANUARY 1, 1994."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaiile, Silva (out of room)
(City Council PUBLIC HEARING - ZONE CHANGE NO. 94-2 - ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT NO. 91-32 - CHANGE NAMES VARIOUS ZONING DISTRICTS TO CONFORM
TO PROPOSED ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE - DELETE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
SETBACK LINES FROM ARTERIALS - INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3258 -
APPROVED (450.20)
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing to consider the
following:
APPLICATION NUMBER: Zone Change No. 94-2
APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: City Wide
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REQUEST: To change the names of the various zoning districts to conform to the Proposed
Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance which has been approved by the Planning Commission and
the City Council and to delete commercial district setback lines from arterials as shown on
sectional district maps. ft
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Covered by Environmental Assessment No. 91-32
COASTAL STATUS: An amendment to the Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program
Implementing Ordinances will be filed with the California Coastal Commission following adoption
by the City Council.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published, posted and
mailed. No communications or written protests were received on the matter.
The Community Development Director presented a staff report.
Mayor Moulton -Patterson declared the public hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter and there being no further protests filed,
either oral or written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
A motion was made by Leipzig, seconded by Wincheil, to approve Environmental Assessment
No. 92-32, Zone Change No. 94-2 with findings for approval as outlined below, and approve
introduction of Ordinance No. 3258 - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY CHANGING THE NAMES OF
VARIOUS ZONING DISTRICTS AND DELETING THE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT SETBACK
LINES FROM ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS AS SHOWN ON SECTIONAL DISTRICT MAPS (ZONE
CHANGE NO. 94-2)."
Findings for Approval - Zone Change No. 94-2
1. The proposed renaming of R1, R2, R3, R4, and MH to RL, RM, RMH, RH, and RMP,
respectively conform with the Land Use Element of the General Plan because the density
allowed within each district continues to comply with the goals and policies of the Land Use
Element.
2. The proposed renaming of Oldtown District One and Two and Townlot Specific Plan Area One
Sections A and B to RMH-A reflects the existing development pattern and is consistent with
the proposed General Plan update.
3. The proposed renaming of C1, C2, C4, and Sp-2 to CG; OP to CO; and VSC to CV conform
with the Land Use Element of the General Plan because they represent the three commercial
categories of commercial addressed in the General Plan.
4. The proposed renaming of M1-A to 1L and M1 and M2 to IG conforms with the General
Industry category of the Land Use Element of the General Plan.
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5. The proposed renaming of ROS, S1, CC, and WR to Open Space subdistricts conforms with
the Open Space categories of the Land Use Element of the General Plan.
6. The proposed renaming of zoning designations for properties used for public -semipublic
purposes to Public -Semipublic is consistent with the Public, Quasi -Public, and Institutional
category of the Land Use Element of the General Plan.
7. Deletion of -MHF suffix eliminates a conflict with the State Law which precludes a City
requiring a zone change prior to allowing a manufactured home as a single family residence
subject to specific criteria established by the State.
8. Deletion of -PD and -SR suffix will allow planned developments and senior developments in
any residential district subject to compliance with the base district provisions.
9. Renaming the various Specific Plan developments to substitute the plan name with a number
which is representative of the order of adoption results in a more efficient and less
cumbersome method of identification on the zoning map.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS REMOVED
The following items were requested by Councilmembers to be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate consideration: (1) Main Promenade Parking Structure (2) David M. Griffith
and Associates Agreement (3) Business License Revisions (4) Elimination of Remuneration for
Councilmembers serving as Redevelopment Agency (5) Lifeguard Subsidy Agreement (6)
Continuing Agreement with Reliance Surety Company regarding Ocean View Estates (Driftwood).
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS APPROVED
On motion by Leipzig, second, Winchell, Council approved the following items, as recommended
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
Councilmember Silva requested to be recorded as voting NO on the Consent Calendar Items
relating to the Demolition of Surplus Buildings and Noise Analysis - Seapoint Avenue Extension.
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(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) MINUTES - APPROVED AND ADOPTED --Approved
and adopted minutes of the Council/Agency adjourned regular meetings of September 25, 1994
and August 1, 1994 and regular meeting of July 18, 1994 and August 1, 1994 as written and on
file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Ci Council DEMOLITION OF SURPLUS BUILDINGS - OLD BLUE CHURCH - 11TH STREET
HOUSE - OLD PIER BUILDINGS- APPROVED (320.45) - Appropriated $26,200 from the
unappropriated General Fund reserve into Account No. EAAPW487-390-00 for a one-time
expenditure to remove asbestos and demolish surplus buildings. COUNCILMEMBER SILVA
VOTED NO.
(City Council CONTINUED FROM 9119194 SEAPOINT AVENUE EXTENSION NOISE
ANALYSIS - APPROVED (800.60) - (1) Directed staff to hire an acoustical engineering
consultant for a noise analysis of existing noise levels and develop probable noise levels for two
future traffic volume scenarios on Seapoint Avenue between Cherryhill Lane, Palm Avenue
between Seapoint Avenue and Goldenwest Street and Goldenwest Street between Yorktown
Avenue and Palm Avenue and (2) authorized the expenditure of previously appropriated funds for
the subject noise analysis. COUNCILMEMBER SILVA VOTED NO.
,(City Council) APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - CONSTRUCTION WITHIN
HUNTINGTON BEACH CHANNEL - FROM ATLANTA AVENUE TO INDIANAPOLIS AVENUE -
OC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY - RESOLUTION NO. 6640 - ADOPTED -
Adopted Resolution No. 6640 (550.20) -"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE
SPECIFICATIONS FRO THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO HUNTINGTON BEACH
CHANNEL FROM ATLANTA AVENUE TO INDIANAPOLIS BY THE ORANGE COUNTY
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY."
(City Council MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT OCEAN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT - CITY -
INSTALLED STORM DRAIN LINE - APPROVED (600.10) - Approved and authorized execution
of the Maintenance Agreement by and between the city and the Ocean View School District for
the installation and maintenance of a city installed storm drain line.
(City Council CITY TREASURER INVESTMENT POLICY FOR 1994195 - RESOLUTION
NO. 6641- ADOPTED (310.10) - Adopted Resolution No. 6641 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT
AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE YEAR
1994195."
(City Council) HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD REAPPOINTMENT - APPROVED JERRY
NOTTKE (110.20) - Reappointed Jerry Nottke to the Human Resources Board for the term
October, 1994 to September, 1998.
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(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) ELIMINATION OF REMUNERATION FOR COUNCIL -
MEMBERS SERVING AS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY- APPROVED (400.30) - Eliminated the
monthly remuneration allocation for the Redevelopment Agency from Economic Development's
budget for FY 1994/95.
(City Council) AMENDMENT NO. 2 - LIFEGUARD SUBSIDY AGREEMENT -COUNTY OF
ORANGE - HARBORS. BEACHES AND PARKS DISTRICT- CONTINUED TO
NOVEMBER 7 1994 - DIRECTED LETTER BE SENT TO THE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS (600.25)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Community Services Director recommending
approval of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. D87-316 with the Harbors, Beaches and Parks
District for lifeguard subsidy.
Councilmember Bauer presented questions on the agreement.
The City Administrator reported.
Deputy City Attorney Folger recommended the agreement be pulled to clarify aspects.
Councilmember Bauer stated that if the city has to abide by the provisions of the agreement that
a letter be sent to the Orange County Board of Supervisors informing them that they should not
give county salary raises and instead help the cities with lifeguard costs.
On motion by Bauer, seconded by Sullivan, Council directed that proposed Amendment No. 2 to
Agreement No. D87-316 with the Harbors, Beaches and Parks District for lifeguard subsidy be
continued to the Council meeting of November 7, 1994 for further study to determine if a legal
artifice can be found to keep subsidy and to possibly increase it.
(City Council AMICUS BRIEF - WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION V. CITY OF ESCONDIDO ET
AL - APPROVED (630.50) - Joined in amicus brief - Water {duality Association v. City of
Escondido, et. al. This case affects cities' ability to offer reclaimed water to its residents. The
City of Escondido enacted an ordinance prohibiting water softeners which flush salts into the city
sewer system which would effect cities' ability to offer reclaimed water to its residents.
(City Council BID AWARD - TEAM CONSTRUCTION - COMPLETION OF MUNICIPAL ARTS
CENTER - CC-753 - TRANSFER OF FUNDS - APPROVED (600.80) - Approved a transfer of an
approved appropriation for Huntington Central Park Projects from the Park Acquisition and
Development Fund to the Arts Center project account No. E-CP-AS-1 51-6-31 -00 in the amount of
$227,660, and approved the low bid submitted by Team Construction for the Completion of the
Municipal Arts Center, CC-753 and authorized the Director of Public Works to expend $227,660
to cover contract�eosts of $177,660; anticipated construction Change Orders of $35,000, and
supplemental expenditures of $15,600.
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Ity Council TEMPORARY SIGNS DURING BEACH BOULEVARD CONSTRUCTION -
SUPERSTREET PROJECT - APPROVED (580.50) - Approved the Special Temporary Sign
Permit process for businesses on Beach Boulevard until the completion of the Superstreet
project.
(City Council) SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS FROM PARKING OPERATION
CONSULTANTS - MAIN PROMENADE PARKING STRUCTURE STUDY - APPROVED (225.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Community Services Director recommending
that proposals be solicited from parking operation consultants for an evaluation of the Main
Promenade Parking Structure.
Discussion was held.
On motion by Bauer, second Moulton -Patterson, Council directed staff to solicit proposals from
parking operation consultants to do an evaluation of the Main Promenade Parking Structure
(approximate cost - $5,000). The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) AGREEMENT APPROVED - DAVID M. GRIFFITH AND ASSOCIATES -
ASSISTANCE TO CITY REGARDING FILING CLAIMS FOR STATE MANDATED COST
REIMBURSEMENTS - WAIVE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY REQUIREMENTS (600.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Administrative Services
recommending approval of an agreement between the city and David M. Griffith and Associates
relative to filing claims for state mandated cost reimbursements and recommending that Council
waive professional liability requirements.
A report was presented by Bob Franz, Director of Administrative Services.
Discussion was held between the City Council and Mr. Franz.
On motion by Bauer, second Sullivan, Council approved and authorized execution of the
Agreement between the city and David M. Griffith and Associates, Ltd. for preparation and filing
of claims for State Mandated Cost Reimbursements and waived the professional liability
requirements pursuant to Resolution No. 6023. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) ANNOUNCEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED NOVEMBER 21, 1994 -
BUSINESS LICENSE REVISIONS - RENTAL SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE/DUPLEX UNITS -
OIL BARREL TAX (340.30)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Administrative Services
transmitting an announcement required by law of the proposed plan to revise the Business
License Ordinance. A public hearing on the following proposed Business License revisions will
be held by the City Council at it's regular meeting of November 21, 1994. The public is invited to
attend the hearing and provide written or oral comments on the proposed revisions to the
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The proposed revisions are as follows:
A requirement to obtain a Business License for the rental of a single family residence; $39
annually.
A requirement to obtain a Business License for the rental of Duplex Units; $46 annually.
An Oil Barrel Tax increase of $.02 (per barrel).
Discussion was held by Council.
A motion was made by Moulton -Patterson, second Winchell, to approve the announcement, as
amended to include Manufactured Housing. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silva
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council JOINED IN AMICUS BRIEF - WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION V. CITY OF
ESCONDIDO, ETA (630.50)
The Deputy City Attorney requested that Council re -consider their previous support for the Amicus
Brief - Water Quality Association vs. City of Escondido, et. al.
Deputy City Attorney Folger stated that he had received a memorandum from Ed Deckert, Chief
Inspector, stating that the city does not have this situation as the city's wastewater is treated prior
to discharge into the ocean. The Deputy City Attorney stated this would also cause water
softeners to be outlawed.
Following discussion, Council declined to reconsider and stated their intent to remain in support of
the Amicus Brief.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) APPROVAL OF CONTINUING AGREEMENT OF
INDEMNITY MISCELLANEOUS SURETY BONDS BETWEEN CITY/ REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY AND RELIANCE SURETY COMPANY - AUTHORITY TO SIGN ESCROW
INSTRUCTIONS - OCEAN VIEW ESTATES - (DRIFTWOOD) (600.30)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Special Projects Director recommending
approval of the Continuing Agreement of Indemnity Miscellaneous Surety Bonds between the City
of Huntington Beach/Redevelopment Agency and Reliance Surety Company by the designated
officers.
Stephen Kohler, Economic Development Project Manager, presented a staff report including the
fact that it will afford the owners full title.
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A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Sullivan, to approve and authorize the execution of
the Continuing Agreement of Indemnity Miscellaneous Surety Bonds between the City of
Huntington Beach/Redevelopment Agency and Reliance Surety Company (Attachment No. 3) by
the designated officers; and to approve and authorize the City Administrator/Executive Director or
the Director of Economic Development/Redevelopment Director to sign the following documents
for those mobile homes listed in Attachment No. 2 to the Request for Council Action dated
October 17, 1994.
Escrow instructions as approved by the City Attorney, and documents referred to in the escrow
instructions, so long as consistent with the applicable settlement and other agreements on file in
the City Clerk's office as:
(1) Julie Ford Settlement Agreement, approved June 6, 1994; and
(2) Jones vs. Redevelopment Agency OCSC Case No. 63 30 62 Court Supervised Debits and
Credits Settlement Agreement with OVE I Mobile Home Tenants, approved August 1, 1994;
and
(3) Driftwood Relocation and Acquisition Agreement dated September 26, 1988.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
Deputy City Clerk Reads Ordinance No. 3258 By Title (Reading By Title Inadvertently
Omitted Following Earlier Public Hearing on Zone Change No. 94-52)
Deputy City Clerk Johnson read Ordinance No. 3258 by title as she had said ordinance had
inadvertently not been read at its introduction earlier in the meeting.
(City Council) IMPLEMENTATION OF FY 1994195 BUDGET - POLICE - FIRE - COMMUNITY
SERVICES - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT - DOWNTOWN ALLEY PROJECTS
- WARNER AVE MEDIAN LANDSCAPING - PHASE I - APPROVED (320.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Director of Administrative Services to clarify and
implement Council actions of September 26, 1994, adopting the Fiscal Year 1994-95 City Budget.
The City Administrator and Police Chief reported.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Winchell, to approve the following Table of Organization
Supplement (Alternative 1). The motion carried unanimously.
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SUPPLEMENT TO TABLE OF ORGANIZATION
PERSONNEL BY CLASSIFICATION
CITY COUNCIL
DEPARTMENT RANGE CLASSIFICATION DIRECTION* ALTERNATIVE 1
Police Dept.
561
Police Captain
1.00
1.00
Police Dept.
529
Police Lieutenant
1.00
1.00
Police Dept.
402
Field Service Officer
0.00
1.00
Police Dept.
484
Police Sergeant
0.00
1.00
Police Dept.
437
Police Officer
8.00
6.00
Police Dept.
488
Records Administrator
1.00
1.00
Fire Dept.
449
Fire Paramedic
-3.00
-3.00
Fire Dept.
418
Firefighter
6.00
6.00
Comm. Svcs.
350
Office Specialist-NT
1.00
1.00
Admin. Svcs.
369
Computer Operator"*
0.75
.75
TOTAL
15.75 15.75
"September 26, 1994 City Council direction.
"Continued funding for 1994/95 was included in approved budget but position was inadvertently
omitted from Table of Organization
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Bauer, to approve an Appropriation Revision as outlined
in Attachment No. 1 of the Request for Council Action dated October 17, 1994 as follows. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Sullivan
NOES: Winchell, Leipzig
ABSENT: Robitaille
APPROPRIATION REVISION
Transfer of Funds Amount Amount
From: Measure "M" Fund - Downtown Alley Projects $158,200 $158,200
To: Measure "M" Fund - Warner Avenue Median Landscaping Phase 1 $158,200 $158,200
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Sullivan
NOES; Winchell, Leipzig
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council? CONSIDERATION OF NEGOTIATIONS AND IMPASSE RULING - FIRE
DEPARTMENT - MINIMUM STAFFING AND FILLING OF VACANCIES LANGUAGE -
RESOLUTION NO. 6639 -ADOPTED (720.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Fire Chief regarding negotiation and impasse
ruling on Fire Department Minimum Staffing and Filling of Vacancies language and Resolution
No. 6639 for Council adoption - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING HEARING OFFICER'S DECISION ON MINIMUM STAFFING
AND FILLING OF VACANCIES IN THE HUNTINGTON BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT." The
resolution unilaterally adopts the Hearing Officer's Minimum Staffing and Filling of Vacancies
language as contained in the Huntington Beach Fire Department Policy D-14, dated
September 1, 1994.
Also presented were communications from Tom Faye, HBFA President, and Richard J. Silber,
HBFA Attorney, dated October 10, 1994.
The Fire Chief presented a slide report.
Richard Silber, Attorney representing the HBFA, addressed Council in opposition to the process
which was followed. He spoke regarding the need for written notice and opportunity for hearing.
He also stated that the City Administrator's report was not provided to the association. He spoke
regarding what he believed to be violation of procedure.
The City Administrator stated that he wants to insure that proper process has been followed.
The Fire Chief stated that proper process had been followed.
The Personnel Director reported.
Deputy City Attorney Folger reported that procedure had been properly followed.
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Winchell, to adopt Resolution No. 6639.
Councilmember Winchell referred to the Attachment and asked if there were any additions or
deletions and requested clarification as to the alternatives Council may have.
The Deputy City Attorney and Fire Chief reported.
The Fire Chief stated Council could adopt the hearing officer's position as the city's last position
or the Association's last position in toto or to direct further meet and confer.
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silva
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council) CITY'S CULTURAL MASTER PLAN - CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 7. 1994,
(920.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Community Services Director regarding the
cty's Cultural Master Plan which has been completed and is ready for Council's consideration.
A communication dated October 17, 1994 from Deputy City Administrator Franz regarding the
Cultural Master Plan was announced earlier by the City Clerk.
Mike Mudd, Cultural Services Manager, presented a staff report.
Following discussion, the City Administrator stated that the City's Cultural Master Plan would be
returned to Council on November 7, 1994.
On motion by Leipzig, second Winchell, Council deferred the item relative to the cty's Cultural
Master Plan to the November 7, 1994 council meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) MOBILE HOME REVIEW COMMITTEE - FUNDING REQUEST„FOR MOBILE
HOME STUDY -APPROVED (430.60)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Special Projects regarding the
Mobile Home Review Committee's request that Council consider authorizing and funding a mobile
home survey to be conducted by a professional polling and research firm.
The Special Projects Director reported.
Discussion was held between Councilmember Bauer and Winchell and the Special Project
Director regarding the format of the poll and the goal of the poll.
A motion was made by Winchell, second Bauer, to direct staff to proceed with a Request For
Proposals to perform a Mobilehome survey to be conducted by a professional polling and
research firm and return to Council for formal action to hire a firm. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: Silva
ABSENT: Robitaille
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(City Council MOBILE HOME REVIEW COMMITTEE PROGRESS REPORT- ACCEPTED BY
THE COUNCIL (110.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Special Projects regarding the
Mobile Home Review Committee's second progress report to the City Council.
The Special Projects Director presented a staff report. He spoke regarding the committees
request relative to the ability of mobilehome owners to sublease their mobilehomes.
Mark Porter addressed Council regarding the subletting issue and presented a sample ordinance
from the City of Capitola which is similar to what the committee would like but they recognize that
further work is required.
Councilmember Winchell stated that she would like to make whatever motion would be
appropriate to indicate that Council would like the Mobile Home Review Committee to move
forward with their exploration of the subleasing issue and present to Council, when they can, a
report and recommendation specifically on subleasing.
Discussion was held.
The Special Projects Director stated that the only motion that was necessary was for Council to
accept the Quarterly Report.
Councilmember Winchell stated that her motion died.
Councilmember Bauer stated that he would like to know the pitfalls that Capitola or other cities
have gone through so the council could be aware.
The Special Projects Director stated this would be in the report.
A motion was made by Winchell, second Bauer, to accept the Mobile Home Review Committee
Progress Report as complete. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
On motion by Winchell, second Leipzig, after reading by titles, the following ordinances were
adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3255 - REFUSE CODE CLARIFICATIONS- ADOPTED (640.10)
- "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 8.20 OF
THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE PERTAINING TO REFUSE." The ordinance
amends rate schedule for compacted refuse. Introduction approved October 3, 1994.
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(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3256 - BOARD AND COMMISSION SERVICE LIMITATION -
ADOPTED (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING
CHAPTER 2.100, SECTION 2.100.060 PERTAINING TO SERVICE LIMITATIONS OF
COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS." Introduction approved October 3, 1994.
(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3257 - TIME LIMITS FOR VARIOUS TYPES OF PAINTED
CURBS -ADOPTED (640,10) -"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING CHAPTER 10.48 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
EFFECTIVE TIME PERIODS FOR CURB PARKING RESTRICTIONS." The ordinance allows
parking enforcement on a 24-hour per day basis. Introduction approved October 3, 1994.
(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3239 - DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN - "DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS" -ADOPTED (450.30)
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3239 for Council adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE DOWNTOWN
SPECIFIC PLAN BY AMENDING SECTION 4.0 THEREOF ENTITLED `DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS'." The public hearing was held and introduction approved on October 3, 1994.
Councilmember Bauer commended the staff member who worked so diligently on this ordinance.
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Winchell, to adopt Ordinance No. 3239. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
On motion by Winchell, second Leipzig, after reading by titles, the following ordinances were
introduced by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
Ordinances Introduced - Public Hearings To Be Scheduled For November 7 1994
(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3259 - GRADING AND EXCAVATION CODE (640.10) - MAN
ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 17 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY
ADDING CHAPTER 17.05 RELATING TO GRADING AND EXCAVATION."
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(City Council) ORDINANCE NO. 3260 - STOCKPILES (640.10 - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY
DELETING SECTIONS 17.04.100 AND 17.04.110 PERTAINING TO STOCKPILES."
(City Council ORDINANCE NO. 3261 -AMENDING UNIFORM BUILDING CODE (640.10) "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING
SECTION 17.04.090 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
UNIFORM BUILDING CODE."
(City Council COUNCILMEMBER BAUER PROPOSED REQUEST BY CITY COUNCIL FOR
MONTHLY LAWSUIT STATUS REPORT TO BE PREPARED BY CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
(120.90)
Discussion was held between Councilmember Bauer and Deputy City Attorney Folger regarding
the feasibility of preparing a monthly report on the status of on -going lawsuits.
The City Administrator also reported on the monthly status reports prepared by all departments -
the Management Reporting Program.
Councilmember Leipzig stated he would like an overall statistical report and in additional a
confidential monthly report on the cases the City Attorney deems Council should be most
informed.
(City Council POSSIBLE PARTICIPATION IN FEMA'S COMMUNITY RATING SYSTEM -
FLOOD INSURANCE - STAFF DIRECTED TO FILE APPLICATION (510.10)
Mayor Moulton -Patterson announced her agenda item relative to having the city participate in the
FEMA'S Community Rating System (Flood Insurance).
The City Clerk had earlier announced a communication dated May 19, 1992 and January 5, 1994
received from ,lack M. Frabl requesting participation in the system.
On motion by Leipzig, second Winchell, Council directed staff to file an application for Huntington
Beach to participate in FEMA's Community Rating System which has the potential of reducing the
cost of flood insurance for many of our residents. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council TRAFFIC MITIGATION OVER SANTA ANA RIVER - OPTIONS OTHER THAN
BRIDGES (580.10)
Mayor Moulton -Patterson announced her agenda item requesting that Council approve sending a
letter from the city to the county asking that they explore options other than bridges over the
Santa Ana River as a means of mitigating traffic concerns in the county.
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The City Clerk had earlier announced that the following communications had been received from:
Jon Ely, John Scott and Linda Scott dated October 15, 1994 regarding the Santa Ana River
Crossings Study; Director of Community Development dated September 16, 1994 entitled
California Environmental Quality (CEQA) Alternatives to the Proposed Action; and Ken R. Smith,
Director of Orange County Transportation dated September 27, 1994 regarding the Santa Ana
River Crossings Cooperative Study.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Leipzig, to approve sending a letter from the city to the
county asking that they explore options other than bridges over the Santa Ana River as a means
of mitigating traffic concerns in the county. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) REQUEST FOR REPORT ON ACCESS PROGRAM THAT REPLACED DIAL -A -
RIDE (120.90)
Mayor Moulton -Patterson requested staff to investigate the Access Program that replaced Dial -A -
Ride.
City Council) STATUS OF TALBERT LAKE AND ADVANTAGES AND COSTS TO RE-
ESTABLISH AS YEAR-ROUND LAKE - STAFF TO PREPARE REPORT (920.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilmember Leipzig recommending that staff
be directed to prepare a report to Council on the current status of Talbert Lake (known as Talbert
Meadow in the dry season), and the advantages and costs of removing enough accumulated silt
from its bottom to re-establish a year-round lake. In discussions with Public Work's staff, they
have indicated that Talbert Lake could be restored to once again have water all year long. To do
so, it would require removal of sediment to lower the lake floor below the water table. Such a
project would improve the esthetics of Central Park while creating increased storm run-off
capacity. Of course, costs would need to be carefully assessed before any final authorization
from Council.
On motion by Leipzig, second Winchell, Council directed staff to pursue the concept of dredging
the Talbert Meadow and creating a year -a -round lake and to proceed with preliminary
investigation. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille, Silva (out of room)
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(City Council CURRENT STATUS OF TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AND ADVANTAGES
AND COSTS OF CONVERTING IT INTO PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION - STAFF TO
PREPARE REPORT WITH INPUT OF NEW PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR WHEN HIRED
(110.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilmember Leipzig recommending that staff
be directed to prepare a report to Council on the current status of the Transportation Commission
and the advantages and costs of converting it into a Public Works Commission with appropriately
expanded roles and responsibilities.
Councilmember Leipzig reported on the reasons for his recommendation
Councilmember Bauer recommended that the new Public Works Director whom the city plans to
employ have input in this subject.
On motion by Leipzig, second Sullivan, Council directed staff to prepare a report to Council on the
current status of the Transportation Commission and the advantages and costs of converting it
into a Public Works Commission with appropriately expanded roles and responsibilities, and to
include the input of whomever is soon to be selected as the new Public Works Director of the City
of Huntington Beach. The motion carried unanimously with Moulton -Patterson out of the room.
(City Council FORMATION OF CENTRAL PARK HABITAT MANAGEMENT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE -APPROVED (110.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilmember Leipzig recommending that staff
be directed to form a Central Park Habitat Management Advisory Committee and invite
designated members to include representatives from the California Department of Fish and
Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Q.C. Vector Control District.
On motion by Leipzig, second Winchell, Council directed staff to form a Central Park Habitat
Management Advisory Committee and invite designated members to include representatives from
the California Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Q.C. Vector
Control District. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Silva, Bauer, Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Leipzig, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Robitaille
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(City Council) DIRECT THE CITY TO RELEASE THE SALARIES OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
EMPLOYEES TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST - COUNCILMEMBER SULLIVAN TO
PROVIDE SPECIFICS TO CITY ATTORNEY FOR REVIEW (700.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilmember Sullivan submitting a proposal
that the city be directed to release the figures of the salaries of Huntington Beach employees to
the public upon request.
The City Clerk had earlier announced a communication dated October 17, 1994 from the City
Attorney regarding releasing salaries of public employees.
Councilmember Sullivan presented background information for this request and commented on
the communication from the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Moulton -Patterson, to approve Councilmember Sullivan's
request for employee salary information.
Deputy Ci"itorhey.F61ger reported.
..
Considerable discussion was held by Council.
Councilmember Bauer requested that Councilmember Sullivan submit in writing specifically the
information he is requesting so that the City Attorney may study it.
Councilmember Bauer stated that he would withdraw his motion and give his request in writing to
the City Attorney's Office.
(City Council) PROPOSAL THAT CHANNEL HBTV-3 SHOW THE FORUM ON THE BOLSA
CHICA RECORDED IN SEAL BEACH - APPROVED (120.10)
Councilmember Sullivan gave reasons why he believed that Channel HBTV-3 should show the
Forum on the Bolsa Chica which was recorded in the City of Seal Beach.
Councilmember Leipzig gave reasons why he believed showing the program would be
inappropriate.
A motion was made by Sullivan to show the Forum on the Bolsa Chica which was recorded in the
City of Seal Beach.
Councilmember Sullivan spoke further on the matter.
In response to the Mayor, Rich Barnard, Deputy City Administrator, reported on HBTV-3
procedure.
A second to Councilmember Sullivan's motion was made by Mayor Moulton -Patterson.
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The motion made by Sullivan, seconded by Moulton -Patterson, to show the Forum on the Bolsa
Chica which was recorded in the City of Seal Beach carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Moulton -Patterson, Winchell, Sullivan
NOES:
Leipzig
ABSENT:
Robitaille, Silva
ABSTAIN:
Bauer
ADJOURNMENT - CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Moulton -Patterson adjoumed the adjoumed regular meetings of the City Council and the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to Monday, October 24, 1994 at
5:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, Civic Center, Huntington Beach, California.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk/Clerk
Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency and
City Clerk and ex-offcio Clerk of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach,
California
Mayor/Chairman