HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-11-20MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
5:00 P.M. - Room B-8
6:30 P.M. - Council Chamber
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, November 20, 1995
Call To Order
Mayor Leipzig 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. in Room B-8.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call:
Present: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, (Garofalo arrived at 5:20 p.m.)
Absent: None
Recess - Closed Session
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency at 5:05 p.m.
to consider the following closed session items:
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 with the
following employee organizations: Marine Safety Officers' Association, Police Officers'
Association, Police Management Association, Municipal Employees' Association, Management
Employees' Organization, Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association, and Surf City Lifesaving
Employees' Association. (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. The title of the litigation is State of California v. BP America, et al Orange County
Superior Court Case No. 64 63 39. Subject: Status Report - American Trader Oil Spill
Litigation. (120.80)
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Closed Session - Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to
give instructions to the Agency's negotiators, Ray Silver and David Biggs, regarding
negotiations with Coultrup Companies and Birtcher Real Estate Limited concerning the
purchase/sale/exchange/lease of the property located between Main Street and Sixth Street
between Pacific Coast Highway and Walnut Avenue. Instruction will concern price and terms
of payment. Subject: Main Pier Blocks 104 and 105. (400.50)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give
instructions to the City's negotiator, Ron Hagan, regarding negotiations with TS Restaurants
concerning the lease of the property located at 317 Pacific Coast Highway. (120.80)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give
instructions to the City's negotiator, Ron Hagan, regarding negotiations with TLC
Concessions concerning the lease of the property located at the north side of the Huntington
Beach Pier. Subject: Termination of TLC Concession Lease. (120.80)
Reconvene
The Mayor reconvened the regular meetings of the City Council and Redevelopment
Agency at 7:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Mayor.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call
Present: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
Absent: None
(City Council) Announcement Of Decrease In Crime According To Recent Statistics
Mayor Leipzig announced that according to a recent newspaper article, there has been a
decrease in the crime rate in Orange County cities.
(City Council) Announcement - Death Of Bill Mello
Mayor Leipzig announced the recent death of Bill Mello, resident and founder of the Citizen's
Bureau of Investigation.
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Late Communications Announced By The City Clerk
Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Clerk announced the following late communications
regarding agenda items which had been received following the distribution of the agenda:
Communication packet from Michael Dobson, EZ Lube President, dated November 15, 1995,
summarizing the proposed project with EZ Lube
Communication from Lieutenant Bruce Kelly from Robert Rosen, Turbo Data Systems,
Incorporated President, dated November 16, 1995, pertaining to the Parking Citation
Processing Contract Renewal
Communication from Councilman Bauer dated November 20, 1995, stating his
recommendations for the item pertaining to the positions of City Treasurer and City Attorney
Communication Bob Bolen regarding the In -Lieu Parking Fee
Public Comments
Mark Singer, Environmental Board representative, announced details of the forthcoming
conference sponsored by the Environmental Board.
Dave Puls, Mike Green, Mardi Beauregard, Chuck Beauregard, Save Our Kids
representatives, and Dr. Marilyn Koeller, recently retired Principal from Ocean View School
District, gave reasons in support of the proposed Advisory Measure to be placed on the
March 26, 1996 ballot including, development of pride in the children and community,, public
safety benefits, warranted by school demographics, outlet for children, increased real estate
values, support for inclusion of an aquatic complex, benefit to our children and future
generations.
The City Clerk announced that the communication referred to by Mr. Green, Save Our Kids
representative, dated November 18, 1995, containing material in support of the proposed
Advisory Measure had been provided to her. "at_the beginning of the meeting.
Mike Smith spoke regarding the right of the people to bear arms and the provisions of the U. S.
Constitution. He requested the public gun range be reopened and hoped Council would join
efforts to oppose the anti -arms position.
Brad White spoke in opposition to funds expended to lobby the California Coastal Commission
regarding the proposed Bolsa Chica development including funds expended for a lobbyist
contract.
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Mark Porter, Huntington Beach Tomorrow representative, spoke in support of the Advisory
Measure. He recommended that the proposed measure to make the Office of City Treasurer
and City Attorney appointive not be combined into one measure. He recommended that in the
proposed Advisory Measure regarding the Park and Beach Improvement District that each
improvement be set out as a separate issue to be voted upon rather than combining all the
proposed projects into one ballot measure.
Michaela Wakeman, Huntington Beach Girl's Softball representative, stated the great need for
more locations for girl's softball teams and spoke regarding revenue which would be
generated.
Bob Wissmann, American Youth Soccer Organization Region 143 representative, spoke in
support of the proposed Park and Beach Improvement District to maintain the quality of life in
the city. He asked Council to give their support as well as tools and resources to educate the
public regarding this measure.
(City Council) Council Committee/Liaison Report - Mayor Leipzig Leadership Commended
(120.20)
Councilman Garofalo stated he believed that Mayor Leipzig had led the city with distinction
particularly during the bankruptcy crisis.
(City Council) Council Committee/Liaison Report - Public Use Of Police Gun Range
(120.20)
In response to Councilman Garofalo, the Community Services Director stated that the police
range was closed to the public except for group reservations. He gave reasons the Huntington
Beach Police Officer's Association needed to halt drop -in users. He reported on Council
Committee deliberations including the environmental process involved.
(City Council) Council Committee/Liaison Report - Letter To Governor Regarding Senate
Bill 602 (120.20)
Councilman Sullivan spoke regarding the recent City Council resolution on Senate Bill 602
regarding Sales Tax for Car Leasing. He reported that the governor had signed the bill and
the city will now receive an additional $500,000 per year revenue.
(City Council) City Administrator's Report - Increase In Revenue Generated By Transient
Occupancy Tax - Senate Bill 602 Sales Tax For Car Leasing (340.55)
The City Administrator reported on the increase in revenues generated by the transient
occupancy tax.
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The City Administrator reported on Senate Bill 602 which will take effect January 2, 1996. He
stated the bill will result in more revenue to the city.
The City Administrator stated that in a comparative analysis of sales tax with other cities the
City of Huntington Beach is below average.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Public Hearing - Continued From
November 6, 1995 - In -Lieu Parking Fee and Implementation Program - Clarification of
Process, Responsibilities and Implementation (340.20)
The Mayor announced that this was the meeting set for a public hearing continued open from
November 6, 1995 to consider the following:
Applicant: City of Huntington Beach
Request: To repeal City Council Resolution No. 6522 and Redevelopment Agency Resolution
No. 253 for implementation of the In -Lieu Parking Fee for property within the Downtown
Specific Plan. Two new City Council Resolutions are proposed to replace the repealed
resolutions. The new City Council resolutions will not modify the In -Lieu fee for parking, but
will clarify the process, responsibilities, and implementation for participation in the In -Lieu
Parking Program.
Location: Downtown Specific Plan
Environmental Status: This item is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Assistant City Administrator,
Community Development Director and Economic Development Director regarding transmitting
two revised City Council resolutions for the implementation of the In -Lieu Parking Fee and In -
Lieu Parking Fee Program within the Downtown Specific Plan. Currently, City Council
Resolution No. 6522 establishes the In -Lieu Fee for parking and Redevelopment Agency
Resolution No. 253 establishes the program for implementation of the In -Lieu Fee for parking.
The existing resolutions have been confusing, contradictory and difficult to implement. The
revisions proposed will not modify the In -Lieu Fee for parking but will clarify the process,
responsibilities, and implementation for participation in the In -Lieu Fee Parking Program.
Herb Fallon, Associate Planner, presented a staff report using slides.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published, posted, and
mailed.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
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Bob Bolen presented a communication to Council. He spoke regarding the problem areas he
believed still remain in this in -lieu parking matter.
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.
Councilwoman Dettloff requested that staff address the issues in Mr. Bolen's communication.
Herb Fallon, Associate Planner, reported.
Considerable discussion was held.
The Assistant City Administrator spoke regarding a correction made relative to the funds which
are being required to be expended by the Redevelopment Agency.
Following further discussion a motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Dettloff, to approve
the following:
Adopt Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 268 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 253, AND PROVIDING NEW GUIDELINES FOR CONSIDERATION OF
FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION IN THE IN -LIEU PARKING FEE PROGRAM." The resolution
repeals Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 253 and site guidelines for financial
participation, and
2. Adopt City Council Resolution No. 6720 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING AN IN -LIEU PARKING FEE FOR THE
DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN." The resolution establishes the in -lieu fee for parking, and
3. Adopt City Council Resolution No. 6721 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING AN IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR THE
ESTABLISHED IN -LIEU PARKING FEE." The resolution establishes the in -lieu fee parking
program.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff
NOES: Green, Garofalo
ABSENT: None
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(Redevelopment Agency) Public Hearing - Main -Pier Phase II 'Disposition and
Development Agreement - Coultrup Companies and Birtcher Real Estate Limited,
Incorporated - Direction Given Not To Pursue Second Amendment To Disposition And
Development Agreement (600.30)
The Mayor announced that this was the meeting set for a public hearing on a proposed
Second Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) between the
Redevelopment Agency and the Coultrup Companies and Birtcher Real Estate Limited,
Incorporated.
The Community Development Director presented a staff report.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk stated that there were no speakers.
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 Garofalo, seconded by Green, to direct staff not to pursue the
proposed Second Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement between the
Redevelopment Agency and the Coultrup Companies and Birtcher Real Estate Limited,
Incorporated and to proceed with the implementation of the original Disposition and
Development Agreement between the parties. The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council) Public Hearing - Appeal Filed By Councilman Ralph Bauer To Planning
Commission's Conditional Approval Of Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68 - Variance
No. 95-19 - EZ Lube - 7361 Edinger Avenue - Corner Of Edinger Avenue And Gothard
Street - Conditional Use Permit Approved With Amended Conditions Of Approval -
Variance Denied (420.40)
The Mayor announced that this was the meeting set for a public hearing to consider the
following appeal:
Applicant No: Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68 - Variance No. 95-19
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Applicant: EZ Lube c/o Mike Dobson
Appellant: Councilmember Ralph Bauer
Request: Appeal to the Planning Commission's conditional approval to permit a 3,126 square
feet auto service building (drive -through lube/oil change) and a variance to allow a portion of
the building to encroach into the 50 feet setback on Edinger Avenue.
Location: 7361 Edinger Avenue, northeast corner of Gothard Street and Edinger Avenue
Environmental Status: The item is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
The Planning Director presented a staff report. He stated that the applicant had recently
submitted a revision to the project which would comply with code requirements so that a
variance would not be required. He reported on Public Works Department conditions that were
placed in the project in error.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published, posted and
mailed. The City Clerk stated that she had received three communications which had been
announced earlier in the meeting as follows: Edward Zimmer representing Levitz Furniture
Corporation, dated November 14, 1995 in support of the project; Michael J. Dobson, President,
EZ Lube, dated October 26, 1995 transmitting an informal petition with approximately 16
names in support of the project; and Michael Dobson, President of EZ Lube, a communication
directed to Mayor Leipzig dated November 15, 1995 in support of the project.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
Mike Dobson, EZ Lube President, Janette Ditkowsky, Freeway Industrial Park Chief Operating
Officer, Jim Auther, Real Estate Agent, and Richard Harlow, gave reasons in support of the
proposed project as revised.
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 Garofalo, seconded by Green, to approve Conditional Use Permit
No. 95-68 with findings and conditions of approval for a revised site plan which conforms to the
setback requirements as listed in Attachment No. 6 to the Request for Council Action dated
November 20, 1995 and deny Variance No. 95-19 with findings for denial as listed in
Attachment No. 3 to the Request for Council Action dated November 20, 1995 with special
accommodations to eliminate 6(i) of the October 13, 1995 letter to EZ Lube on Pages 14
and 15 of the attachment.
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Findings For Approval - Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68
The establishment, maintenance and operation of the proposed 3,126 square foot
auto service facility will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons working
or residing in the vicinity or detrimental to the value of the property and improvements
in the neighborhood. Sufficient parking will be provided for the commercial use.
Driveway modifications eliminate a driveway on each street and provide wider
driveways which reduce traffic congestion near the intersection. The structures will be
built in compliance with the Uniform Building Code and will not pose an undue health
and safety risk to residents in the vicinity.
2. The granting of the conditional use permit for the proposed auto service facility will not
adversely affect the General Plan. The Land Use Element provides for this type of
use.
3. The proposed auto service facility will comply with the provisions of the base district
and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 and any specific condition required for
the proposed use in the district in which it would be located. The proposed auto
service facility complies with the commercial development standards except for the
variance request.
Findings For Denial Variance No. 95-19
The granting of a variance for reduced front setback in conjunction with an auto
service facility will be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
property in the same zone classification and is not consistent with the draft General
Plan. The subject property is located on a site that is proposed to be redesignated
Regional Commercial which does not encourage auto service type uses.
2. There are not special circumstances applicable to the subject property. The site
complies with the minimum site are and frontage requirements of Chapter 211. It is
relatively flat and rectangular in shape.
Conditions Of Approval - Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated August 23, 1995, shall
be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications:
a. Relocate the building ten (10) feet to the east.
b. Provide additional landscaping between the building and the increased setbacks
from Edinger Avenue and Gothard Street.
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2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to backflow devices and Edison
transforms, on the site plan. They shall be prohibited in the front and exterior yard
setbacks unless properly screened by landscaping or other method as approved
by the Community Development Director.
b. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retarding type shall be installed as
approved by the Building Department and indicated on the floor plans.
c. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials proposed.
d. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from any view. Said
screening shall be architecturally compatible with the building in terms of materials
and colors. If screening is not designed specifically into the building, a rooftop
mechanical equipment plan must be submitted showing screening and must be
approved.
e. If outdoor lighting is included, high-pressure sodium vapor lamps or similar energy
savings lamps shall be used. All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent
"spillage" onto adjacent properties and shall be noted on the site plan and
elevations.
f. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered soils engineer. This
analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and laboratory testing of materials to
provide detailed recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties,
foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities.
g. The site plan shall include (or reference page) all conditions of approval imposed
on the project printed verbatim.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. The property owner shall dedicate a strip of land 9.00 feet wide along Edinger
Avenue and an area at the corner of Edinger Avenue and Gothard Street with
29.00 feet radius.
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b. A Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the Departments of
Community Development and Public Works and must be approved. The
Landscape Construction Set shall include a landscape plan prepared and signed
by a State Licensed Landscape Architect and which includes all proposed/existing
plan materials (location, type, size, quantity), an irrigation plan, a grading plan, an
approved site plan, and a copy of the entitlement conditions of approval. The
landscape plans shall be in conformance with Chapter 233 of the Huntington
Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. The set must be approved by both
departments prior to issuance of building permits. Any existing mature trees that
must be removed shall be replaced at a 2 to 1 ratio with minimum 36-inch box
trees, which shall be incorporated into the project's landscape plan. The
landscape planting shall provide for and accommodate the ultimate landscape
concept for the Edinger Avenue Corridor.
c. A grading plan shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review
and it must be approved (by issuance of a grading permit).
d. Hydrology and hydraulic studies. shall be submitted for Public Works approval.
e. The subject property shall enter into irrevocable reciprocal driveway and parking
easement(s) between the subject site and adjacent property. A copy of the legal
instrument shall be approved by the Community Development Department and the
City Attorney as to form and content and, when approved, shall be recorded in the
Office of the County Recorder. A copy shall be filed with the Department of
Community Development.
f. Fire Department requirements shall be rioted on the building plans:
Fire extinguishers shall be installed 'ah located in areas to comply with.
Huntington Beach Fire Code Standards.
2. Address numbers shall comply with City Specification No. 428.
3. Installation or removal of underground flammable liquid storage tanks shall
comply with Orange County Environmental Health and Huntington Beach Fire
Department requirements.
4. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable
material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them.
5. During construction, the applicant shall:
a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems in all areas where vehicles travel to keep
damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving the site:
b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is completed for the day;
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c. Use low sulfur fuel (.05%) by weight) for construction equipment;
d. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days
(first stage smog alerts);
e. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts.
6. Prior to final building permit approval or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the
following shall be completed:
a. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality
Management District and submit a copy to Community Development Department.
b. All improvements (including landscaping) to the property shall be completed in
accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein.
c. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished.
d. The reciprocal driveway improvements shall be completed.
e. Remove the most westerly driveway on Edinger Avenue and the most southerly
driveway on Gothard Street and replace with curb, gutter and sidewalk.
f. Remove and replace the most northerly driveway on Gothard Street and the most
easterly to comply with Standard Plan No. 211A and B.
g. The existing traffic signal conduit and equipment shall be protected in place.
h. Any existing overhead utilities shall be installed underground.
i. The property owner and/or applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City to
dedicate property.
Information On Specific Code Requirements:
1. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid.
2. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection or Certificate of
Occupancy.
3. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way.
4. Parking lot striping shall comply with Chapter 231 of the Huntington Beach Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrative Code.
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5. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code,
Building Division, and Fire Department.
6. The development shall comply with the new State Handicapped Regulations. Access
for the disabled is required from the public way to the entrance and within the
building.
7. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction
shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal Holidays.
8. All new utilities shall be installed underground.
9. Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68 shall become null and void unless exercised within
one year of the date of final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by
the Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Department of Community
Development a minimum of 30 days prior to the expiration date.
10. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 95-68 if
any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council) Public Hearing - Adoption Of Uniform Codes - Ordinance Nos. 3305, 3306,
3307, 3308, 3309, 3310, 3311, And 3312 - Introductions Approved On November 6, 1995
(640.10)
The Mayor announced that this was the meeting set for a public hearing on proposed
ordinances for the purpose of amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by amending
Chapters 17.02, 17.04, 17.08, 17.12, 17.60, 17.44, 17.46, 17.48 and 17.40 by adopting the
Uniform Administrative Code, 1994 edition; Uniform Building Code, 1994 edition; Uniform
Housing Code, 1994 edition; Uniform Code of the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1994
edition; Uniform Solar Energy Code, 1994 edition; Uniform Plumbing Code, 1994 edition;
Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code, 1994 edition; Uniform Electrical Code, 1993
edition; and Uniform Mechanical Code, 1994 edition.
Ross Cranmer, Building Director, presented a staff report.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted.
The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
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The City Clerk stated that there were no speakers.
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 Green, seconded by Bauer, to approve the following:
1. After reading by title adopt Ordinance Nos. 3304, 3305, 3306, 3307, 3308, 3309, 3310
and 3311 which adopts by reference the 1994 Uniform Building and Plumbing Codes, the
1993 National Electrical Code, and all the listed companion codes, to become effective
January 1, 1996, and
2. After reading by title,adopt Ordinance No. 3312 which adopts by reference the 1994
Uniform Mechanical Code, to become effective February 18, 1996.
Ordinance No. 3304 - Uniform Administrative Code - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.02 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND ADOPTING THE
UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, BY REFERENCE."
Ordinance No. 3305 - Uniform Building Code - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE BUILDING CODE AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE, BY REFERENCE.".
Ordinance No. 3306 - Uniform Housing Code - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE HOUSING CODE AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM HOUSING
CODE, BY REFERENCE."
Ordinance No. 3307 - Uniform Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.12 OF
THE MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE DANGEROUS BUILDING CODE AND
ADOPTING THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS, BY REFERENCE.".
Ordinance No. 3308 - Uniform Solar Energy Code - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.60 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE SOLAR ENERGY CODE AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM SOLAR
ENERGY CODE, BY REFERENCE."
Ordinance No. 3309 - Uniform Plumbing Code - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.44 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE PLUMBING CODE AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM PLUMBING
CODE, BY REFERENCE.".
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Ordinance No. 3310 - Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code - "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.46 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL CODE AND
ADOPTING THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE, BY
REFERENCE."
Ordinance No. 3311 - National Electrical Code - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.48 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE ELECTRICAL CODE AND ADOPTING THE NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, BY REFERENCE."
Ordinance No. 3312 - Uniform Mechanical Code - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.40 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO THE MECHANICAL CODE AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM
MECHANICAL CODE, BY REFERENCE."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Recess -Reconvene
The Mayor recessed the City Council and Redevelopment Agency meeting at 8:50 p.m..
The meeting was reconvened at 9:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
(City Council) City Budget And Financial Planning Priorities - Approved - Report
Requested Regarding Sales Tax Revenue (320.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from Deputy City Administrator Franz
transmitting the "Budget/Financial Planning Priorities" document.
The City Administrator and Deputy City Administrator Franz reported.
Councilman Garofalo requested a monthly or quarterly report on projected sales tax revenues
from new businesses starting in the middle of the year.
Councilman Bauer complimented the City Administrator regarding this document.
A motion was made by Harman, seconded by Dettloff, to direct the City Administrator to
continue with the actions necessary to address the priorities listed in the attached
"Budget/Financial Planning" document. and to provide a quarterly status report on priority
budget issues. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
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Consent Calendar - Items Removed
The following items were requested by Councilmembers to be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate consideration: (Green) Street Vacation of Island Bay Lane, Mobile
Home Survey, Request For Proposal to analyze Surplus School Sites, Youth Sports Needs
and Recreation Open Space Needs, Lease Purchase Agreement equipment replacement for
Park, Tree and Landscape Division, and (Dettloff) Agreement for Emergency Management
System Regulations, (Harman) Professional Services Contract for Parking Citation Processing.
Consent Calendar - Items Approved
On motion by Green, second Bauer, Council approved the following items, as
recommended by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Minutes - Approved And Adopted - Approved and
adopted minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of September 25, 1995 and the regular
meeting of September 18, 1995 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
(City Council) Re -Appointments - Human Resources Board - Ian Collins - David Bishop -
Mary Jo Jeffes - Approved (110.20) - Re -appoint the following Human Resources Board
members Ian Collins, David Bishop, and Mary Jo Jeffes to a second term that will expire on
September 30, 1999.
(City Council) Ocean Pointe Partners Drainage Fee Refund - Approved (340.20) -
Authorized staff to appropriate $79,674.00 from the unappropriated drainage fund balance to
cover refund costs to Ocean Pointe Partners and authorized the Public Works Director to
expend $79,674.00 to Ocean Pointe Partners for the refund of drainage fees paid.
(City Council) Agreement - Robinwood Little League - Marine Community Park Ballfields -
Approved (600.10) - Approved the five-year Lease Agreement between the city and
Robinwood Little League for rental of the Marina Community Park ball fields and authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said agreement.
(City Council) Progress Report Mobile Home Review Committee - Received And Filed
(110.10) - Received, reviewed and filed the report and accepted the Progress Report Mobile
Home Review Committee report as complete.
In response to Councilman Garofalo's question, Dan Bruening, Housing Rehabilitation
Manager, reported regarding by-laws for the Mobile Home Review Committee. Councilman
Garofalo requested that by-laws be submitted to Council within the next thirty days for
approval.
595.
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(City Council) Resolution No. 6725 - Support Application - Federal Transportation
Enhancement Activities Funding Program - Adopted (800.35)
1. Adopted Resolution No. 6725 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR FUNDS FOR THE
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES PROGRAM UNDER THE
INTERMODAL SURFACE TRANSPORTATION EFFICIENCY ACT OF 1991." The
resolution supports the application to the Transportation Enhancement Activities Program
for grant funding to complete landscaping of the following projects:
A. The area adjacent to Goldenwest Street between Ellis Avenue and Rio Vista Drive.
B. Warner Avenue from Algonquin Street to Newland Street.
C. Beach Boulevard from 1-405 to Ellis Avenue, and
2. Appointed Robert E. Eichblatt, City Engineer, as an agent of the city to conduct all
negotiations and execute all required applications, or other documents necessary to
acquire the funds for the above mentioned projects.
(City Council) Agreement - Assistance To City In Filing Claims For State -Mandated Cost
Reimbursements - David M. Griffith And Associates - Waive Professional Liability
Insurance - Approved - (600.10) - Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the Agreement between the city and David M. Griffith and Associates, Limited, for
preparation and filing of claims for state mandated cost reimbursements and waive the
professional liability requirements pursuant to Resolution No. 6023.
Mayor Leipzig stated the need for a policy for requests to waive insurance requirements.
(City Council) Federal Grant - Community Oriented Policing Services•(COPS) - Making
Officer Re -Deployment Effective (MORE) - Approved (340.70) - Adopted Resolution
No. 6724 - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH DECLARING ITS PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING
SERVICES" The resolution outlines the city's commitment for the following grant matching
funds for the one-year period starting July, 1995. Total matching funds for the COPS MORE
grant is $112,750. The partner agencies will be responsible for $78,403 of the matching
funds, leaving $34,347 as the city share. The federal grant amount is $338,250.
(City Council) Lease Purchase Agreement - Koch Financial Corporation - Equipment
Replacement - Park, Tree And Landscape Division (600.10) - Approved the tax-exempt
Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Koch Financial Corporation; authorized the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute said agreement; authorized and directed Robert J. Franz, Deputy
City Administrator, to sign and deliver all necessary forms and other documents in connection
with the above agreement on behalf of the city (budgeted equipment for the Park, Tree and
Landscape Division) which replaces existing equipment: 3 Turf Tractors, 4 Front Mowers,
2 Three Point Flail Mowers, and 1 Overcenter Aerial Device. $32,650 per year, three-year
term, $25,100 per year, four-year term.
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(City Council) Street Vacation - Island Bay Lane - North of Palm Avenue - Resolution
No. 6723 - Adopted - Public Hearing Scheduled December 18, 1995 (800.50)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Public Works Director dated
November 20, 1995 regarding Street Vacation on Island Bay Lane. The agenda item was
removed from the consent calendar by Councilman Green.
The Public Works Director in response to a question by Councilman Green informed Council
that the property belongs to the adjacent property owners.
A motion was made by Green, seconded by Dettloff, to adopt Resolution No. 6723 - "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
DECLARING INTENT TO VACATE AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC STREET PURPOSES
OVER A PORTION OF ISLAND BAY LANE, NORTH OF PALM AVENUE WITHIN TRACT
NO. 6904," and, direct that a public hearing beheld on December 18, 1995, for all persons
interested in or objecting to the proposed vacation. The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council/Redevelopment) Mobile Home Survey - Lawrence Research - Deferred Sixty
Days For Liaison Committee Report (110.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Economic Development
Director dated November 20, 1995 regarding the Mobile Home Survey. The agenda item was
removed from the consent calendar by Councilman Green.
Councilman Green spoke regarding the need for committee by-laws.
Discussion was held regarding the survey cost.
Dan Bruening, Housing Rehabilitation Manager, and the Community Development Director
reported.
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to defer action for sixty days for the
liaison committee to report back with recommendation to proceed. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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(City Council) Professional Services Contract - Turbo Data Systems, Incorporated -
Parking Citation Processing -Approved (600.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Police Chief dated
November 20, 1995 regarding the Parking Citation Processing Contract. The agenda item was
removed from the consent calendar by Councilman Harman.
A late communication was announced earlier in the meeting by the City Clerk from Lieutenant
Bruce Kelly from Robert Rosen, Turbo Data Systems, Incorporated President, dated
November 16, 1995, pertaining to the Parking Citation Processing Contract Renewal.
Discussion was held regarding the financial safe guards to the city and other aspects to the
agreement.
The Police Chief confirmed that the additional one cent (1 ¢) charge had been negotiated away
by the city.
A motion was made by Harman, seconded by Bauer, to approve and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the Professional Services Contract between the city and Turbo Data
Systems, Incorporated, for Parking Citation Processing ($65,400; however, program generates
revenue in excess of $1,500,000 which will affect this expense). The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
(City Council) Agreement - County Of Orange And Political Subdivisions - Establishes
Operational Area - Emergency Management System Regulations (SEMS) - Resolution
No. 6732 - Adopted (600.25)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Fire Chief dated
November 20, 1995 regarding Consideration of a resolution approving an Operational Area
Agreement with the County of Orange and Political Subdivisions for the implementation of the
standardized Emergency Management System Regulations. The agenda item was removed
from the consent calendar by Councilwoman Dettloff.
In response to a question by Councilwoman Dettloff, Stephen Kohler, Project Manager,
informed the City Council that the final document will be returned to the Council so that they
may be aware of revisions.
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A motion was made by Dettloff, seconded by Green, to adopt Resolution No. 6732 - "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
APPROVING AN OPERATIONAL AREA AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF
ORANGE AND LOCAL AGENCIES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STANDARDIZED
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SEMS) REGULATIONS." The resolution authorizes
the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Operational Area Agreement with revisions between the
County of Orange and Political Subdivisions for the implementation of Standardized
Emergency Management System Regulations. The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council) Request For Proposal - Analyze Surplus School Sites, Youth Sports Needs
And Recreation Open Space Needs - Approved (650.20)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Community Services Director
and the Community Development Director dated November 20, 1995 regarding Surplus School
Site Master Plan And Youth Sports Needs Assessment, Request for Proposal. The agenda
item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilman Green.
Councilman Green requested a copy of the Request for Proposals be sent to Council and the
proposals when they are received.
A motion was made by Green, seconded by Sullivan, to direct staff to solicit proposals for a
consultant to analyze surplus school sites, youth sports, and recreation open space needs for
the community. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
(City Council) Agreement - Kane, Ballmer And Berkman - General Municipal Law - Legal
Services -Approved (600.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the City Attorney transmitting
Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with the law firm of Kane, Ballmer and Berkman for
"General Municipal Law" legal services.
A motion was made by Harman, seconded by Dettloff, to approve and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between the city and Kane, Ballmer
and Berkman, a Law Corporation, for Legal Services. The motion carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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(City Council) Recommendation From Council Committee on Beach And Park
Improvement District Regarding Advisory Measure - March 26, 1996 Special Election -
Approved As Amended (350.30)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the Community Services Director
transmitting the Council Committee on the Park and Beach Improvement District
recommendation regarding the establishment of a citywide Park and Beach Improvement
District.
Mike Karger, outside Counsel, Kane, Ballmer, and Berkman Law Office, and the City Clerk
reported on procedures to be followed for the March 26, 1996 special election.
Discussion was held and Mr. Karger and the City Clerk responded to procedural questions
presented by Council.
Councilman Harman presented background information on the youth sports complex proposal.
He spoke regarding the proposed plan and the needs he believes it will fulfill.
The City Clerk and Mr. Karger reported on the limitation of 75 words for the ballot question.
Councilman Garofalo commented on the proposed advisory measure.
Further discussion was held by Council and staff.
Straw Vote No. 1 - Advisory Vote Ballot Language - Approved As Amended
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Dettloff, to approve by straw vote the advisory
vote ballot language contained in the Request for Council Action_ November 20, 1995 as
amended to include "of Huntington Beach" as submitted by the Council Committee on the Park
and Beach Improvement District. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Straw Vote No. 2 - Special Election Called For March 26, 1996 - Approved
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Harman, to approve by straw vote a
March 26, 1996 special election.. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff
NOES: Green, Garofalo
ABSENT: None
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Straw Vote No. 3 - Councilmen Green And Garofalo Appointed To Write The Argument
Against The Park And Beach Improvement District Advisory Vote
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to approve by straw vote the
appointment of Councilmen Green and Garofalo to file arguments against the Park and Beach
Improvement District Advisory measure. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Straw Vote No. 4 - Councilmen Harman And Bauer Appointed To Write The Argument In
Favor Of The Advisory Vote
A motion was made by Harman, seconded by Garofalo, to approve by straw vote the
appointment of Councilmen Harman and Bauer and any other Councilmembers, not to exceed
a total of five, who may wish to join to co-author the argument in favor of the advisory vote.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Straw Vote No. 6 - Impartial Analysis To Be Prepared By City Attorney's Office - Approved
A motion was made by Leipzig, seconded by Green, for the Impartial Analysis to be prepared
by the City Attorney's Office. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: (Bauer out of room)
Straw Vote No. 7 - Staff Directed To Meet With The Council Committee, Community
Services Commission, School Districts, Council On Aging, Save Our Kids, Youth Sports
Groups, Beach User Groups, Aquatics Groups, Homeowners Associations, And Other
Community Groups And Individuals To Educate The Public Regarding The Project
Descriptions And Method To Accomplish The Improvements
A motion was made by Dettloff, seconded by Garofalo, to approve by straw vote to direct staff
and the Council Committee to work with the Community Services Commission, school districts,
Council on Aging, Save Our Kids, youth sports groups, beach user groups, aquatics groups,
homeowners associations, and other community groups and individuals to educate the public
regarding the project descriptions and the most cost effective method to accomplish the
improvements that will be included in the proposed Park and Beach Improvement District. The
motion carried by unanimous vote.
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Motion To Continue Council/Agency Meeting Past 11:00 p.m. - Approved
A motion was made by Leipzig, second Green, to continue the Council/Agency meeting past
11:00 p.m. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: (Bauer out of room)
(City Council) City Council Committee Recommendation - Ballot Questions
March 26, 1996 Election - Positions Of City Treasurer And City Attorney (620.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication from the City Council Committee
regarding their recommendation relative to one of the City Council adopted goals to have
placed before the voters of Huntington Beach ballot questions regarding the appropriate
method for the recruitment and selection of people who desire to hold the positions of City
Treasurer and City Attorney.
A communication was announced earlier in the meeting by the City Clerk from Councilman
Bauer dated November 20, 1996, stating his recommendations for the item pertaining to the
positions of City Treasurer and City Attorney.
Straw Vote No. 1 - Separate Ballot Measures To Make The City Attorney And City
Treasurer Appointive - Approved
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Sullivan, to approve by straw vote the adopted
the separation of ballot measures to make the City Attorney and City Treasurer appointive.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Sullivan, Leipzig, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman, Bauer, Dettloff
ABSENT: None
Straw Vote No. 2 - City Council Committee And City Administrator To Develop
Qualifications And Selection Process For City Attorney And City Treasurer Positions -
Review Proposed Ballot Wording - Approved
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, by straw vote to direct the City Council
Committee to work with the City. Administrator to develop a recommendation for qualifications
for the City Attorney and City Treasurer positions, the selection process, and to take another
look at the actual wording of the ballot question. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
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Straw Vote No. 3 - City Council Not Appointed To Prepare Arguments For City Attorney
Or City Treasurer Ballot Measures
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, by straw vote that the City Council not
name themselves to write arguments relative to the City Treasurer and City Attorney ballot
measures. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Straw Vote No. 4 - Impartial Analysis For City Attorney And City Treasurer Measures -
Direction To Prepare - Approved
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to direct that the impartial analysis be
prepared on both the City Attorney and City Treasurer measures. The motion carried by
unanimous vote.
(City Council) Continued From November 6, 1995 - Implementation Plan - City Treasurer
Vacancy - Approved - Consideration Of Appointment Of Dan Villella To Be Placed On
December 18, 1995 Agenda (620.10)
The City Council -considered the agenda communication from the Deputy City Administrator
Franz regarding an implementation plan for the City Treasurer position vacancy.
The City Administrator referred to a communication from the City Attorney to the Mayor and
City Council dated November 20, 1995 regarding the Implementation Plan for the City
Treasurer Vacancy, Agenda Item No. F-4. (This communication was presented to the City
Clerk following the adjournment of the City Council meeting at 12:15 a.m.)
A motion was made by Harman, seconded by Bauer, to direct the City Administrator to place
on the City Council's December 18, 1995 agenda the consideration of the appointment of
Finance Director Dan T. Villella as City Treasurer effective December 29, 1995. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3316 - Increase Minimum Dollar Amounts For Purchases On
Bidding Requirements -Continued To December 4, 1995 (640.10)
The City Council considered the agenda communication regarding Ordinance No. 3316 for
Council adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING
SECTIONS 3.02.070, 3.02.190(D), AND 3.02.140 TO INCREASE THE MINIMUM DOLLAR
AMOUNTS FOR PURCHASES ON BIDDING REQUIREMENTS." The proposed ordinance
increases the minimum dollar amounts for purchases on bidding requirements. Introduction
approved on November 6, 1995.
A motion was made by Green, seconded by Garofalo, to continue Ordinance No. 3316 to
December 4, 1995. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
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(City Council) Councilman Bauer - Proposed County Of Orange Charter - Approved
(640.30)
The City Council considered the agenda communication received from Councilman Bauer
dated November 20, 1995 regarding the proposed County Charter to be voted on by the Board
of Supervisors on November 28, 1995. If passed, the proposal will be on the March 26, 1996
ballot.
Councilman Bauer, League of Cities Charter Committee and County Charter Commission
member, encouraged positive support of the document through a motion from the Huntington
Beach City Council. He stated that although the proposed changes may not cover all that is
desired, the changes represent a tremendous step forward in the rules by which we govern
ourselves. He stated that the Orange County Business Council as well as a number of other
civic groups are in support of the proposed County Charter.
Councilman Bauer reviewed the major changes that were recommended, inciuding term
limitation, which positions should be appointed and elected, and the change from a Chief
Administrative Officer to a Chief Executive Officer.
Considerable discussion was held.
The City Clerk informed Council that a member of the Charter Revision Committee had
presented a recommendation from the Huntington Beach City Clerk's Office that audits of the
county be placed on the county Board of Supervisors' agenda and that this recommendation
had been approved.
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Harman, that the Huntington Beach City Council
support a Charter for the County of Orange as proposed by the 1995 Orange County Charter
Commission with the exception of the portion recommending a nine member Board of
Supervisors. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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ADJOURNMENT - CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The Mayor adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Huntington Beach at 12:15 a.m. to Saturday, December 2, 1995 at 8:00 a.m. at
the Joint Powers Training Center, 18301 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, California.
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