HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-04-01MINUTES
CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
5:00 P.M. Room B-8
7:00 P.M. Council Chamber
Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, April 1, 1996
Call To Order
Mayor Sullivan 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, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Garofalo, (Green arrived at 5:05 p.m.)
Absent: None
Recess - Closed Session
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency to consider
the following closed session items:
Closed Session
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Huntington Beach at 5.05 p.m. for the purpose of considering 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, Management Employees Organization,
Municipal Employees Organization, Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association, and Surf City
Lifeguard 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 - 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 Raymond Orlando v. City of Huntington Beach Orange
County Superior Court Case No. 74 14 77. (120,80)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give
instructions to the city's negotiators, Michael Uberuaga and Ron Hagan, regarding negotiations
with the H.B.P.O,A. concerning the lease of the property located at 18221 Gothard Street.
instructions will concern price and terms of payment. Subject: H.S.P.O.A. Lease of Gun
Range (120.80)
Closed Session - Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to
give instructions to the Agency's negotiator, David Biggs, Economic Development Director,
regarding negotiations with Wayne Comeau, et al., Allan Crossley, et al., Toyota of
Huntington Beach (Lessee) concerning the lease_ of the property located at 18861 Beach
Boulevard, Assessor's Parcel No. 159-11-07, and 18881 Beach Boulevard, Assessor's Parcel
No. 159-11-08/09. Instructions will concern price and terms of payment. Subject: Property
Negotiations (Possible Leasehold Interest). (400.50)
Reconvene
The Mayor reconvened the meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency in the
Council Chamber at 7:00 p.m.
A videotape recording of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call
PRESENT: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
ABSENT: None
Flag Ceremony And Pledge Of Allegiance - Cub Scouts, Den 7, Pack 557 from Eader
Elementary School. Co -Den Leaders, Mary Ann Celinder and Reda Scott -Webster.
Invocation - The invocation was given by Huntington Beach Police Chief Ron Lowenberg
Presentation - To Mayor Sullivan by Bob Goodrich, Chairman of the Huntington Beach Art
Center Foundation, and members of the Foundation, a check for $55,000 on the Foundation's
behalf to the Huntington Beach Art Center.
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Presentation - To Mayor Sullivan by Bill Gibson, Community Relations Manager, Cal
Resources, a check for $2,500 for the Huntington Beach Art Center.
Presentation - By Mayor Sullivan of Resolutions of Commendation to Les Jones, Public
Works Director, Dave Webb, Principal Engineer for Subdivision Processing, and Jane Madera,
Associate Project Planner, Current Planning, in recognition for their efforts in the relocation of
Sharp Electronics to the City of Huntington Beach.
Presentation - Proclamation by Mayor Sullivan to representatives of Job's Daughters
proclaiming April as "Founder's Month".
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 from the City Clerk, dated April 1, 1996, regarding the Agenda Item on the
vacancy in the City Treasurer's Office
Communication from Kelly Shanley requesting approval of the Agenda item regarding traffic
conditions at the intersection of Edwards Street and Heil Avenue together with a Fire
Department printout of accidents 1992 to 1995
Communication from Ron Hagan, Community Services Director, dated March 29, 1996,
regarding Pier Plaza (requesting test for asbestos in Maxwell's Restaurant, Sunny's
Concession, and the rest room and a diagram of the proposed Pier Plaza
City of Huntington Beach Financial Profile prepared by the City Administrator for presentation
under the City Administrator's Reports
Communication to Council from Councilman Garofalo, dated March 29, 1996, titled Funding
and Charter Issues Re: Recreation Facilities
Public Comments
George_ Arnold addressed Council` regarding a beautiful mural in his new city of Twenty -Nine
Palms. He spoke regarding the trash in the downtown area and stated that he believed there
were more people downtown than on the beach this past weekend which brought in tax
dollars.
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Carlina Thomas, Vice President, Neighborhood Watch, addressed Council and presented five
reasons for saving the Neighborhood Watch Program which included the fact that it has
national recognition. She stated that Suzie Wajda, Police Education Specialist, receives
phone calls of inquiry from all over the country regarding the program, and the Community
Oriented Policing Program established to inform residents of their responsibilities. Ms. Thomas
invited Council to a Neighborhood Watch Board Meeting.
Councilman Bauer informed Ms. Thomas that the Council had an understanding of the
Neighborhood Watch Program. He requested that she inform Council of the schedule of their
board meetings.
Mike Green, representing the Save Our Kids organization, spoke regarding Measure GG on
the March 26, 1996, ballot which had failed to be approved. He spoke regarding the plans of
Save Our Kids and requested Council's support.
Councilman Bauer thanked the Save Our Kids Organization for their efforts toward passage of
Measure GG and stated that he hoped the group would present a proposal to Council for the
November 5, 1996 General Municipal Election Ballot.
Chuck Beauregard, representing Save Our Kids, thanked the voters who took the time to
investigate the merits of Measure GG and stated he wished to express his disgust with those
who removed over 70% of the signs in support of Measure GG within three days; also he
stated opposition to the removal by a police officer of signs on Slater Avenue and Goldenwest
Street ten days before the election. He stated that the Save Our Kids organization will have a
proposal before Council soon_ He presented a motion for a straw vote by Council as follows:
"That the City Council direct staff to work with the Save Our Kids Committee and develop an
alternate plan for Measure GG that can be voted on by the Council for enactment by
July, 1996."
Mr. Beauregard also requested that Council vote to address Councilman Garofalo's Agenda
Item on this issue at this time while members of the audience are present.
Councilman Harman thanked Mr_ Beauregard and the kids in the community for a job well
done.
Kelly Shanley read her communication to Council regarding the Agenda Item pertaining to the
Heil Avenue and Edwards Street intersection. She stated that she had addressed Council on
February 19th requesting an investigation of the intersection due to a recent fatality and
previous accidents. She stated that she was present on behalf of her neighbors to request
approval of the Agenda Item. She spoke regarding the Fire Department report of accidents
which she stated was a little different from the Police Department report and that the person
providing the report stated that he believed it was exceedingly high.
Councilman Green asked if Ms. Shanley favored the recommended action and Ms. Shanley
confirmed that she and her neighbors favored the recommended action.
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Gerald Chapman spoke regarding the Agenda Item relating to the Mid -Year Budget
Amendment and the proposed transfer from the Park Acquisition and Development Fund to
alleviate the deficit in the Library Service Fund. He stated that there will be a shortage of Park
Acquisition and Development Funds and that the funds are very precious. He stated that he
believed these funds should be a loan to the library. Mr. Chapman presented a
recommendation for the placement of parking meters in the Central Park and Arts Center and
for the use of the funds generated to include paying down the loans, paying down the library
construction debt, and then use the funds for the improvement of Central Park.
Tammy Agaianian, homeowner in the Ellis/Goidenwest quarter section, spoke regarding the
Agenda Item on the Mid -year Budget Amendment stating that $5,000,000 had not been repaid
to the Parks Acquisition and Development Fund and stated that she believes the park site in
her neighborhood will not be developed because the funds are being diverted.
Carrie Thomas, resident of the Ellis/Goldenwest quarter section, spoke regarding the Agenda
Item on the Mid -Year Budget Amendment in opposition to taking money from the Park
Acquisition and Development Fund. She presented several questions to Council including why
park funds are being used for the library, why the library is running a deficit contrary to reports,
why parking meters have not been installed, and why the issue did not first go to the
Community Services Commission prior to the City Council.
The City Administrator stated that a full staff report on the questions presented by Ms. Thomas
could be made. He presented a brief explanation of the funding mechanism.
David DesJardins addressed Council in support of Measure GG (Youth Sports, Senior Citizens
facility site, and Beach Improvements) which failed to pass on the recent election ballot.
Howard Subnick spoke regarding free labor available from the West Orange County Municipal
Court which could be used to clean the downtown area. He stated that he had been urging
that this free labor be accepted; that two judges who live in Huntington Beach were favorable
to the issue of available court labor and would like an answer.
Councilman Bauer stated he supported this proposal.
Motion Adopted To Move City Council Agenda Items Forward On The Agenda
Councilman Garofalo asked the Mayor if the City Council Agenda Items could be taken out of
order.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green, to move the City Council Agenda Items
portion of the Agenda forward. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Leipzig, Hauer, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
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(City Council) Surfing Museum Plague
Councilwoman Dettloff presented a plaque from the Surfing Museum to the City Council. The
plaque depicted a mural that is on the wall of the Surfing Museum.
(City Council) Report On League Of California Cities Delegation To New York Bond
Rating Agencies
The receipt of the City Administrator's document titled "Huntington Beach Financial Profile" had
been announced by the City Clerk earlier in the meeting under the Late Communications
portion of the agenda.
The City Administrator reported on a meeting in New York as part of the League of California
Cities delegation with the bond rating agencies where their group informed the different entities
that the county was doing well; that the cities were instrumental in the county recovery, and
that the cities never contemplated not paying their debts. He referred to Moody's Report
regarding Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRAM) borrowing in Orange County. The City
Administrator stated that he believed the Orange County delegation received a very favorable
reception. He referred to the survey that had been handed out regarding Orange County
businesses conducted by the University of California, Irvine. The City Administrator stated that
he had provided the bond rating companies with a chart titled "City of Huntington Beach
Financial Profile" presenting the qualities of Huntington Beach.
The City Administrator addressed Council regarding the issue which came up with Standard
and Poors and Moody's Report which downgraded the city's tax allocation note because of the
assessed valuation of the Huntington Center Mall. He stated that since the Redevelopment
Project Areas have been combined the bonds will have an investment grade rating.
Report To Be Presented To Council Regarding Impact Of Budget Cut Backs On City
Departments
The City Administrator stated that following meetings with department heads, he would return
to Council with a report on the impacts on various city departments from the proposed budget
cutbacks.
(City Council) Review Of (Measure C) City Charter Section 612 - Public Utilities And Parks
And Beaches - Issues Relative To A Youth Sports Complex
The City Council considered a communication from Councilman Garofalo, dated
March 29, 1996, titled "H" Agenda Item - Funding and Charter Issues regarding Recreation
Facilities, which was announced earlier in the meeting under Late Communications.
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Councilman Garofalo read his report. He stated his recommendations would remove the land
acquisition costs from the proposed development of a youth sports complex.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green, to approve the three recommendations
contained in Councilman Garofalo's March 29, 1996 communication as follows:
(1) Determine Charter Section 612 (Measure C) implications of developing a youth sports
complex/Olympic pool and senior/community center in Huntington Central Park; and,
(2) Have staff prepare preliminary cost estimates and funding scenarios whereby the city
would bond for the capital costs of the above improvements and then lease the site to
various community based organizations such as the Young Mens' Christian Association
(YMCA), Boys and Girls Clubs, American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), and Golden
West Swim Team, etc., to repay the city for debt service and other city costs; and,
(3) Have staff through the Community Services Commission, prepare a revised specific plan
for that portion of the Huntington Central Park Master Plan showing how the facilities could
be accommodated within the adopted Master Plan.
Councilwoman Dettloff recommended that the school site issue be studied.
Councilman Harman stated that he supported the Task Force mentioned by Mr. Beauregard.
Councilman Bauer referred to a memorandum which Councilman Garofalo wrote to each
Councilmember that he believed was rather insulting.
Councilman Bauer stated reasons why he did not believe Councilman Garofalo's proposal was
feasible.
Councilman Garofalo gave reasons why he believed Councilman Bauer owned him an
apology.
Councilman Green stated that he believed the two proposals should be kept separate and that
he would like to see Councilwoman Dettloff make an additional motion.
Councilman Garofalo and Councilman Green withdrew their previous motion.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green, that the Agenda Item as he presented in his
communication to Council, dated March 29, 1996, will go to the Council Committee for review
and return on April 15, 1996. The motion carried unanimously.
At the request of the Mayor, the City Clerk reported on the proposed costs for the addition of a
ballot measure to the November 5, 1996 General Municipal Election.
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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: (Dettloff) Membership in Orange County Human
Relations Commission, Vacancy in the Office of the City Treasurer; (Garofalo) American
Trader Oil Spill, Cable TV-3 Operations. The Agenda Item regarding the Surplus School Site
Master Plan/Youth Sports Needs Assessment Consultant was also removed for separate
discussion.
Consent Calendar - Items Approved
On motion by Leipzig, second Harman, Council approved the following consent calendar
Agenda Items by the following roll call vote --
AYES:
Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
(City Council? Addition Of Names To The Municipal Pier Donor Wall - Expenditure
Authorized (320.45) -Authorized the expenditure of $2,014.58 plus a 10% contingency for
the placement of up to 280 new names on the Pier Donor Wall.
(City Council) Resolution No. 96-27 Adopted - Designates April 1-7, As "1996 Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Week" (340.70) - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DESIGNATING A 1996 NATIONAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT WEEK." The resolution recognizes 21 years
that CDBG funds have assisted many worthwhile programs and projects funded including
neighborhood improvement programs, economic development, social services, and housing
development programs.
(City Council) Plans And Specifications And Call For Bids - Slurry Seal Of Various Local
Streets - MSC-383 - Approval Of Sample Construction Project - Approved (600.50) -
Approved Plans and Specifications and authorized the Public Works Director to solicit
construction bids for the slurry sealing of various local streets and approved the Sample
Construction Contract subject to award of contract to lowest responsible bidder.
sty Council) Rejection Of Bids - Resurfacing Of Residential Streets - MSC-382 -
Approved (600.50) - Rejected all bids for the resurfacing of nine (9) residential streets and
authorized the City Clerk to return the bid bonds.
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(Redevelopment Agency) Down Payment Assistance Program Participant Approval For
Pacific Park Villas Project - Talbert -Beach Project Area - Approved (600,30) - Approved
the borrower listed on the Request for Redevelopment Agency Action by name, the amount of
the loan ($35,000), and the specific property subject to trust deed, and authorized the
Chairman and Agency Clerk to execute the loan documents between the Agency and the
participant as prepared by the City Attorney's Office.
(City Councill Reimbursement A reement - McDonnell Douglas Realty Company - Design
Of Water Lines To Serve Water Wells - Rancho Road And Astronautics Drive - Approved
(600.10) - Authorized the appropriation of $27,500 from the Water Budget in Account No. E-
EW-PW-921-3-90-00 and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Reimbursement
Agreement for the design of the water lines to serve a new water well at Rancho Road and
Astronautics Drive.
(City Council) Membership In Orange County Human Relations Commission -
Appropriation From Police Department Budget - Approved (320.45)
The City Council considered a communication from the Police Department regarding
membership in the Orange County Human Relations Commission.
Councilwoman Dettloff spoke regarding meetings that have been held between the parties
involved and that a report will be shared with the City Council in the near future.
On motion by Dettloff, second Green, Council approved an appropriation of $5,000 from the
Police Department Budget, Account No. E-AA-PD-332-110-00 to pay for membership in the
Orange County Human Relations Commission. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) Appropriation Of Funds To Pay Legal Expenses In Conjunction With
American Trader Oil Spill - Legal Services Agreement Between James Ackerman And City
- Approved As Amended (600.10)
The City Council considered a communication from the City Attorney regarding appropriation of
funds relative to the American Trader Oil Spill.
Councilman Garofalo spoke regarding what he believed to be excessive charges by the law
firm.
Deputy City Attorney De La Loza stated that new contracts do prohibit out of city costs. He
stated that the City Attorney's Office would return with a report and deduct these portions.
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A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green, to approve the appropriation of $27,543, less
the Denver air flight, transportation and lodging bill of $4,378, representing the most recent
quarterly billing, as provided by contract amendment approved by the City Council on
February 1, 1993. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council City Of Huntington Beach Cable Channel HBTV 3 Operations Policy - 1996 -
Adopted (100.10)
The City Council considered the communication prepared by Administration regarding the City
of Huntington Beach Cable Channel HBTV 3 Operations Policy for 1996.
Councilman Garofalo requested and received clarification of the recommended action by
Administration.
On motion by Garofalo, second Green, Council adopted the revised City of Huntington Beach
Cable Channel HBTV 3 Operations Policy for 1996 by unanimous vote, with Councilman
Leipzig out of the room. The motion carried.
(City Council Surplus School Site Master Plan[Youth Sports Needs Assessment
Consultant - Heimber er-Hirsch - Approved As Amended (600.10)
The City Council considered a communication from the Community Services Department and
the Community. Development Department regarding the proposal to employ a consultant
relative to the development of a surplus school site master plan.
Following discussion, on motion by Dettloff, second Garofalo, Council approved the selection
of Heimberger-Hirsch as the consultant to analyze surplus school sites, youth sports, and
recreational space needs for the community. This would be a continuation of their current
agreement pending an amendment approved by the City Attorney's Office to provide park -
related consulting services to the city; and approved an amendment to fiscal year 1995/96
Budget allocating $28,600 from the Park Acquisition and Development Fund, Account No. E-
SK-CS-716-6-31-00, Ellis/Goldenwest Park Acquisition to pay the consulting firm of
Heimberger-Hirsch $12,050 of the $28,600 which will be reimbursed to the city by the school
districts. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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(City Council) Accepted Resignation Of City Treasurer And Approved As Amended,
Recommendations For Solicitation Of Applications From Citizens To Fill Vacancy In
Office Of The City Treasurer (620.10)
A communication from the City Clerk, dated April 1, 1996, regarding the Agenda Item on the
City Treasurer which had been announced earlier in the meeting during the Late
Communications portion of the Agenda.
The City Council considered a communication from Administration regarding the resignation of
the City Treasurer and the proposed solicitation of applications to fill the vacancy in the
elective Office of the City Treasurer_
Councilwoman Dettloff requested that former City Treasurer Don Watson be a part of the
review process.
Councilman Garofalo stated that financial experts had recommended not filling the vacancy
and having a financial firm contract with the city.
Discussion was held between the City Treasurer Villella and Council regarding the feasibility of
using a contract firm.
Discussion was held regarding the interview process and Councilman Green stated that it was
at a regular open Council meeting at which former City Treasurer Don Watson was
interviewed.
A motion was made by Harman, second Bauer, to adopt the recommended action as
amended, to accept the resignation of Dan Villella, City Treasurer, effective March 28, 1996,
and to direct that the City Administrator and City Clerk coordinate the advertisement and
solicitation of applications from Huntington Beach citizens and other interested registered
voters to fill the vacancy in the elected Office of the City Treasurer. The motion carried
unanimously_
The City Administrator was requested to name members to serve on an interview committee.
(City Council) Traffic Conditions At The Intersection Of Edwards Street And Heil Avenue -
Staff Directed To Proceed With Plans And Specifications For Modifications Of Raised
Medians North And South Of Heil Avenue (600,50)
The City Council considered a communication from the Public Works Director regarding the
signalized intersection of Edwards Street at Heil Avenue, recently the scene of a double fatality
accident and transmitting a report discussing existing conditions at the intersection and
recommendations for improvement.
A communication from Kelly Shanley regarding this Agenda Item had been announced earlier
in the meeting during the Late Communications portion of the meeting.
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Traffic Engineer Otterson presented a staff report. He spoke regarding his recommendation
that modification to the raised median be done rather than installation of left turn arrows and
stated that this would also likely eliminate the requirement of covering the existing open
channel for storm drainage. Mr. Otterson reported on the speed limits on Heil Avenue and
Edwards Street. He spoke regarding plans to install at the intersection, on a trial basis a photo
enforcement system for speeding tickets, red light enforcement at traffic signals, and for
railroad crossing enforcement.
Considerable discussion was held.
In response to a question by Councilman Garofalo, Mr. Otterson stated that there were a few
areas in the city with short distances between the block wall and the curb but that this area
was one of the narrowest.
Discussion was held regarding the photo enforcement system technology.
A motion was made by Dettloff, second Green, to proceed with plans and specifications for the
modification of the raised medians on Edwards Street, immediately north and south of Heil
Avenue. The motion carried unanimously.
(Redevelopment Agency) Resolution No. 272 -Adopted - Preliminary Plan For The
Proposed Merger Of Huntington Beach Redevelopment Project Areas (Yorktown -Lake.
Talbert Beach - Main -Pier - Oakview And Huntington Center Commercial District
The City Council considered a communication from the Economic Development Director
transmitting the Preliminary Plan for the proposed merged Huntington Beach Redevelopment
Project dated March 19, 1996.
The Economic Development Director presented a staff report_
On motion by Harman, second Dettloff, Council adopted Agency Resolution No. 272 - "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A
PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR THE HUNTINGTON BEACH REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT." The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green
NOES: None
ABSENT: Garofalo
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sty Council) Mid -Year Budget Amendment - Non -General Fund Issues_- Loan To Art
Center And Libra Fund - Approved As Amended - Staff To Return With Report On
Repayment Of Loan (320.20)
The City Council considered a communication from Deputy City Administrator Franz regarding
the need to amend the 1995-96 Budget to address fund deficits in several non -General Fund
programs for the city and to address other funding issues.
Bob Franz, Administrative Services Director, presented a staff report. He replied to questions
presented by speakers during the public comments portion of the meeting.
A motion was made by Harman, second Bauer, to amend the Self -Insurance Budget Fund by
reducing expenses by $1,501,100 and transferring funds between Self -Insurance Fund as
indicated in Attachment No. 1 to the Request for Council Action, dated April 1, 1996, to
eliminate the potential funding deficit at the end of fiscal year 1995196. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Following discussion, on motion by Harman, second Dettloff, Council approved a loan of
$155,051 from the General Fund to the Art Center Fund to cover the deficit that existed at the
end of fiscal year 1994/95. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: Green
ABSENT: None
Councilman Green stated reasons why he could not support the transfer of funds from the
Park Acquisition and Development Fund to the Library Fund and that he would request a
report regarding the library expenses.
Extensive discussion was held between Council and staff.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Harman, to approve the following recommended
action as a loan: Approved a loan of $292,000 from the Parks Acquisition and Development
Fund ($100,000 in 1995/96, the balance in 1996/97) to the Library Fund, and requested that
the Library support groups contribute an additional $74,000 to the cost of the Library
Expansion Project, and requested that the Public Facilities Corporation (PFC) contribute an
additional $80,000 to the cost of the Library Expansion Project. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Sullivan, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Bauer, Dettloff
ABSENT: None
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Council stated that $100,000 would be treated as a loan and directed that staff return with
details on a repayment plan.
Cit Council Preparation Of Pier Plaza Plans - Budget Amendment - Allocation Of Funds
For Certificates Of Participation- ARproved (330.30)
The City Council considered a communication from the Community Services Director regarding
completion of the design phase of the Pier Plaza.
A communication from the Community Services Director, dated March 29, 1996, regarding the
Agenda Item on plans for the Pier Plaza which had been announced earlier in the meeting by
the City Clerk.
The Community Services Director reported. *He stated the staff recommended action had
been revised to include $5,145 for the tests for asbestos in Maxwelli's, 5unny's
concession, and the rest room therefore changing the total from $96,307 to $101,452.
Discussion was held regarding the issue including the various elements in the design.
On motion by Garofalo, second Green, Council approved a Budget Amendment to the fiscal
year 1995-96 Budget to allocate *$101,452 in Certificates of Participation to complete the
design phase of the Pier Plaza as described in the Request for Council Action, dated
April 1, 1996. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council Ordinance No. 3323 - Adopted - Terms Of Personnel Commissioners
64( 0.10)
The City Council considered Ordinance No. 3323 for adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTIONS 2.72.060 AND 2.100.060 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE TERM OF THE PERSONNEL
COMMISSION." Ordinance introduction was approved on March 18, 1996.
On motion by Garofalo, second Dettloff, Council, following a reading by title, adopted
Ordinance No. 3323 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: Leipzig, Green
ABSENT: None
*6/23/97
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(City Council) Mid -Year Budget Amendment - Non -General Fund Issues - Loan To Art
Center And Library Fund - Approved As Amended - Staff To Return With Report On
Repayment Of Loan (320.20)
The City Council considered a communication from Deputy City Administrator Franz regarding
the need to amend the 1995-96 Budget to address fund deficits in several non -General Fund
programs for the city and to address other funding issues.
Bob Franz, Administrative Services Director, presented a staff report. He replied to questions
presented by speakers during the public comments portion of the meeting.
A motion was made by Harman, second Bauer, to amend the Self-insurance Budget Fund by
reducing expenses by $1,501,100 and transferring funds between Self -Insurance Fund as
indicated in Attachment No. 1 to the Request for Council Action, dated April 1, 1996, to
eliminate the potential funding deficit at the end of -fiscal year 1995/96. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
Following discussion, on motion by Harman, second Dettloff, Council approved a loan of
$155,051 from the General Fund to the Art Center Fund to cover the deficit that existed at the
end of fiscal year 1994195. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: Green
ABSENT: None
Councilman Green stated reasons why he could not support the transfer of funds from the
Park Acquisition and Development Fund to the Library Fund and that he would request a
report regarding the library expenses.
Extensive discussion was held between Council and staff.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Harman, to approve the following recommended
action as a loan: Approved a loan of $292,000 from the Parks Acquisition and Development
Fund ($100,000 in 1995/96, the balance in 1996197) to the Library Fund, and requested that
the Library support groups contribute an additional $74,000 to the cost of the Library
Expansion Project, and requested that the Public Facilities Corporation (PFC) contribute an
additional $80,000 to the cost of the Library Expansion Project. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Sullivan, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Bauer, Dettloff
ABSENT: None
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Council stated that $100,000 would be treated as a loan and directed that staff return with
details on a repayment plan.
(City Council) Preparation Of Pier Plaza Plans - Budget Amendment - Allocation Of Funds
For Certificates Of Participation- Approved (330.30)
The City Council considered a communication from the Community Services Director regarding
completion of the design phase of the Pier Plaza.
A communication from the Community Services Director, dated March 29, 1996, regarding the
Agenda Item on plans for the Pier Plaza which had been announced earlier in the meeting by
the City Clem.
The Community Services Director reported.
Discussion was held regarding the issue including the various elements in the design.
On motion by Garofalo, second Green, Council approved a Budget Amendment to the fiscal
year 1995-96 Budget to allocate $96,307 in Certificates of Participation to complete the design
phase of the Pier Plaza as described in the Request for Council Action, dated April 1, 1996.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
sty Council) Ordinance No. 3323 - Adopted - Terms Of Personnel Commissioners
640.10 -
The City Council considered Ordinance No. 3323 for adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTIONS 2.72.060 AND 2.100.060 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE TERM OF THE PERSONNEL
COMMISSION." Ordinance introduction was approved on March 18, 1996.
On motion by Garofalo, second Dettloff, Council, following a reading by title, adopted
Ordinance No. 3323 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: Leipzig, Green
ABSENT: None
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On motion by Leipzig, second Green, Council, following reading by titles, adopted Ordinance
Nos. 3325, 3326, and 3327 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3325 - Adol?ted Amends Zoning - (Whitehole Area)
Inland Side Of PCH Between Beach Boulevard And The Santa Ana River (450.20)
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
PURSUANT TO SECTION 201.04B TO PROVIDE FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING WITHIN
VARIOUS DISTRICTS WITHIN THE 'WHITEHOLE'_AREA OF THE COASTAL ZONE." Public
hearing and ordinance introduction was approved on March 18, 1996. The property is located
along the inland side of Pacific Coast Highway between Beach Boulevard and the Santa Ana
River.
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3326 - Adopted - Local Coastal Pro ram Amendment No. 2-
94 - Modifications Made By The California Coastal Commission (450.20)
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 969.7 THEREOF TO CONFORM
LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 2-94 TO MODIFICATIONS MADE BY THE
CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION." Public hearing and ordinance introduction was
approved on March 18, 1996. The property is located along the inland side of Pacific Coast
Highway between Beach Boulevard and the Santa Ana River. - .
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3327 - Introduction Approved - Clarification Of City
Commissioners Appointed To Partial Terms (640,10)
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTION 2.100.060
OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE TERM OF CITY
COMMISSIONERS." Clarifies code relative to appointment of city commissioners to partial
terms.
Councilman Caarofalo requested and received clarification regarding the purpose of Ordinance
N6. "3327.
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On motion by Leipzig, second, Dettloff, Council, following a reading by title, approved
introduction of Ordinance No. 3327 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Leipzig, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT, None
(City Council)_Discussion Held Regarding City Charter Qualifications For The Offices Of
City Attorney And City Treasurer (620.20)
Councilman Garofalo gave reasons for his proposal stating that he had discussed this issue
with the City Attorney in an effort to get something that would work.
Councilwoman Dettloff suggested that the Legal Affairs Committee review the matter.
On motion by Garofalo, second Green, Council referred the matter of City Charter
Qualifications for the Offices of City Attorney and City Treasurer to the Legal Affairs Committee
for return to Council with recommendations for upgrading the qualifications of the City Attorney
and City treasurer. The motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT- CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The Mayor adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Huntington Beach to Monday, April 8, 1996, at 5:00 p.m., in Room 13-8, Civic
Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
City Clerk/Clerk
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City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach,
and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Huntington Beach California
Mayor/Chairman