HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-04-19MINUTES
CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
5:00 P.M. - Room B-8
7:00 P.M. - Council Chamber
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
Monday, April 19, 1999
An audiotape recording of the 5:00 p.m. portion of this meeting
and a videotape recording of the 7:00 p.m. portion of this meeting
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Green 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 COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
Present: Julien, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan, (Julien and Garofalo arrived at
5:05 p.m.)
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING STUDY SESSION & CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
ITEMS
There were no persons present to address Council regarding the study session and closed
session items scheduled on the agenda.
(CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) STUDY SESSION - REVIEW OF PUBLIC
WORKS PROJECTS STATUS AND FUNDING
The following late communications were distributed to Council as part of the study session:
Communication from the Public Works Department transmitting a Project Delivery Summary
dated April 19, 1999.
Slide report date April 19, 1999 titled Public Works Capital Projects.
Original and revised document titled Completed Construction Projects from October 1, 1997 to
September 30, 1998.
Public Works Director Beardsley presented a staff report referring to the slide report titled Public
Works Capital Projects. He also referred to wall diagrams. The slide report presented by Public
Works Director Beardsley covered subjects including: Funding Sources and Schedules, Gas
Tax Fund, Measure M Fund, General Fund, Local Street and Highway Projects, Flood Control
Project, Sewer Projects, Comprehensive Capital Project Schedule, and Flood Control Projects.
Discussion was held between Council and the Public Works Director regarding the report,
including discussion on whether any of the projects would be joint projects and whether the
projects fit in with the work of the Infrastructure Advisory Committee.
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City Engineer Eichblatt reported on the transfer of funds to the General Fund from the Gas Tax
Fund. City Administrator Silver reported on the areas in which Gas Tax funds can be used and
are eligible to be put in the General Fund as they are connected with street repair and
maintenance.
City Engineer Eichblatt reported on a document titled Completed Construction Projects from
October 1, 1997 to September 30, 1998. A copy of the document was distributed to each
Councilmember.
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo spoke regarding the goal of putting the city on an Enterprise Fund
basis.
Councilmember Sullivan stated the two main concerns he hears from the citizens are the
condition of the Huntington Beach Mall and the condition of the arterial streets, He spoke
regarding the need to get the arterial street work done.
Don Noble, Maintenance Operations Manager, spoke regarding the 750 miles of street repairs
done within the last 18 months. He spoke regarding the budget for repairs and other aspects of
the matter.
Councilmember Bauer spoke regarding the decrease in Orange County Arterial Highway
Financing Program funding due to the bankruptcy, and how the Orange County Transportation
Authority is handling the funds now that it has been assigned to that agency. Councilmember
Bauer commented that the city is not getting back what it puts into the program.
City Administrator Silver informed Council that he would return with a report on where the Gas
Tax money is distributed, on the bankruptcy effect and on the six items in Councilmember
Harman's previous memorandum.
Councilmember Bauer commented on the manner in which the Orange County Flood Control
District funds money. He questioned whether the procedure could be improved if all the cities in
Orange County banded together. The City Administrator reported on staffs work to investigate
this subject.
MOTION TO RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - APPROVED
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Harman to recess the City Council to closed session to
consider the following items. The motion carried unanimously.
(City Council) 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 City of Huntington Beach v. State Board of
Control; Board of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement System, Orange
County Superior Court Case No. 779958, plus related cross -action in which the City, Mayor and
City Council and Ray Silver, City Administrator, are parties; consolidated with Orange County
Superior Court Case No. 794230, filed by the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association, in
which the City of Huntington Beach, Mayor and City Council and Ray Silver, City Administrator, are
parties. (120.80)
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(City Council) 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: MSOA, POA, PMA, MEA, MEO, HBFA and
SCLEA. (120.80)
(City Council) Closed Session — City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c)
to confer with its City Attorney regarding pending litigation. (Based on existing facts and
circumstances, the legislative body of the local agency has decided to initiate or is deciding
whether to initiate litigation.) The City is currently involved in the State Board of
Equalization's Administrative rule -making process regarding the property tax
assessment and jurisdiction over deregulated power plants, including the AES plant in
Huntington Beach. Subject: Property Tax Assessment of AES Power Plant. (120.80)
(City Council) 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 Michael Willett v. City of Huntington Beach, Workers'
Comp Case No. 0069830, City Claim No. COHB 97-0211. Subject: Michael R. Willett v. City of
Huntington Beach. (120.80)
(City Council) 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 City v. Elliot, et al. — Orange County Superior Court Case
No. 79 42 72. Subject: City v. Elliott, et al. (120.80)
(Redevelopment Agency) Closed Session — City Council pursuant to Govemment Code
Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the agency's negotiators, Melanie Fallon, David Biggs, and
Ray Silver, regarding negotiations with John Genovese and Lori Gato, concerning the
purchase/sale/or lease of the property located at 7777 Edinger Avenue. Instruction will concern:
Both price and terms of payment. Subject: Negotiations for terms of a proposed Disposition &
Development Agreement. (520.80)
(Redevelopment Agency) Closed Session — City Council pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8 to give instructions to the agency's negotiators, Melanie Fallon, David Biggs, and Ray Silver,
regarding negotiations with Join Givens and Shaul Kuba, CIM Group, LLC. Concerning the
Disposition and Development Agreement including the Sale and/or Lease of the property located at
Block 104 & 105; bounded by PCH, Main Street, Walnut & 6"' Street. Instruction will concern: Both
price and terms of payment. Subject: Real Property Negotiation Blocks 104 & 105. An area
bounded by PCH, Walnut, Main & 6t" Street in the City of Huntington Beach. (520.80)
(City Council) 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 Nammad v. City of Huntington Beach — Orange County
superior Court Case No. 769183 (Consolidated with Case No. 778724). Subject: Nammari v. City of
Huntington Beach, (120,80)
RECONVENE CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPM ENT AGENCY MEETING
The Mayor reconvened the regular meetings of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency at
7:22 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
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CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL IN CLOSED
SESSION PURSUANT TO (GOVERNMENT CODE 954957.1(A) (3) (B)).
City Attorney Hutton reported that on Monday, April 19, 1999 the City Council convened in
closed session to discuss the matter of the State Board of Equalization Administrative Rule
Making regarding property assessment of the AES Power Plant (formerly Edison Power
Station). The City Council gave its approval to initiate or intervene in an action regarding this
subject if the City Attorney later determines that such action is necessary or appropriate. The
action, the defendants, and other particulars shall, once formally commenced, be disclosed to
any person upon inquiry, unless to do so would jeopardize its ability to effectuate service of
process on one or more served parties or that to do so would jeopardize its ability to conclude
existing settlement negotiations to its advantage.
The action was taken by unanimous vote of the full Council.
CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL
Present: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
Absent: None
INVOCATION — By Rabbi Aron David Berkowitz, Congregation Adat Israel, Huntington Beach
FLAG CEREMONY AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — By Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts
from St. Bonaventure Catholic School.
CITY CLERK ANNOUNCES LATE COMMUNICATIONS WHICH PERTAIN TO ITEMS ON
THIS AGENDA
Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Brockway announced the following late
communications which had been received following distribution of the agenda and which relate
to items on the agenda:
Revised Agenda Page 10, Item E-5 of the agenda adding three additional bills for Council
consideration, SB23 (Perata), SB32 (Peace) and AB1626 (Migden)
Revised agenda Page 10 from the City Clerk correcting a typographical error on Item E-5, AB23
(Perata) to SB23 (Perata). The description of the bill is correctly described on the agenda
Communication from the Public Works Department transmitting a Project Delivery Summary
dated April 19, 1999
Slide report dated April 19, 1999 titled Public Works Capital Projects
Original and revised document titled Complete Construction Projects from 10-1-97 to 9-30-98
Correct page C-3.2 for Monthly Investment Report for February, 1999
Slide Report dated April 19, 1999 from the City Treasurer titled Treasurer's Report
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Slide show presentation from the Planning Director titled General Plan Amendment No. 99-1,
Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1, Zoning Map Amendment No. 99-1, Local Coastal Program
Amendment No. 99-1
Communication from the City Attorney dated April 19, 1999 regarding a Revision of Exhibit No 1
for Agenda Item D-3 Regarding Certification of Delinquent Civil Fines
Communication from the City Attorney dated April 19, 1999 titled Redevelopment Issues, FPPC,
Conflict of Interest, Redevelopment
Communication from Administration dated April 19, 1999 transmitting a communication from the
California State Senate titled Current Session Legislation Measure Analysis
Communication from the Economic Development Director dated April 13, 1999 forwarding the Citizen
Participation Advisory Board Policy Recommendations regarding the City's two Section 108
Loans from the Waterfront Project and the City Gym and Pool. The communication is titled CPAB
Policy Recommendations Regarding Section 108 Loans.
Communication from the City Attorney's Office dated April 16, 1999 transmitting the consent
document from Imperial Bank, the First Trust Deed holder in connection with the Moia collection
matter. Said communication titled Mola Settlement Agreement
Communication from Mary Ellen Houseal, Huntington Beach Art Center Foundation Board
Meber dated April 16, 1999 in opposition to the proposed reorganization of the Cultural/Event
Services Division
Slide report from Community Services Director dated April 19, 1999 titled Community Services
Department Reorganization
Slide report from the Community Services Director titled Turn of the Century Year 2000
Celebration
Communication from the City Attorney dated April 19, 1999 titled Fair Political Practices
Commission Conflict of Interest
PRESENTATION -- To Mayor Green and City Council - Introduction by The Women of Action,
Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce of Miss Huntington Beach and her court. Miss
Huntington Beach — Christina Nguyen, sophomore at Orange Coast College; 1" Runner Up --
Piper Ellen Taylor, freshman at Golden West College; 2"d Runner Up — Kimberly E. Davis,
senior, Edison High School.
PRESENTATION — To Mayor Green and City Council by George Cross and Lloyd Skaggs, H.B.
Community Clinic Support Group - announcement of the Community Clinic's Duck -A -Thou on
May 151h, 1999 and the Mayor's Challenge Duck Race.
PRESENTATION — Of Mayor's Award - To Sue Timon, Deputy City Clerk, City Clerk's Office, in
recognition of her work in administering the City Clerk's Volunteer Program, Ms. Timon
introduced the following volunteers whose contributions are greatly valued by the City Clerk's
Office: Betty Walker, former City employee, Jeffrey Hughes and Gary Tibbet.
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Mayor Green spoke regarding the enormous value that volunteers provide to the city and
community. He presented the Mayor's Award to Sue Timon, Deputy City Clerk for her
exemplary service and in recognition of outstanding public service to the people of Huntington
Beach.
PRESENTATION — By Mayor Green, Fred Waterfall, Simple Green, Director of Community
Services, Ron Hagan and Tim Turner, Beach Division, presentation of checks from Simple
Green to the following Adopt -A -Beach Volunteers: Janet Colley, Blessed Sacrament School,
Wayne Wolf, Bolsa Chica Land Trust; Patty McGehee, Costa Mesa High/GWC Transition Class;
Don Grizwold, Council on Aging; Judy Rinker, Cub Scout Pack #278; Lori Houpt, Cub Scout
Pack #284, Cindy Perez, Cub Scout Pack #290; Rondi Nuno, Cub Scout Pack #470;
Tony Marcova, D.I.V.E.R.S; Paul MacLeith, Huntington Beach Exchange Club; Jeff Button/
Wyen Tran, HBHS CA Scholarship Federation; Andy Verdone, HBHS Surf Team; Sue Gottlieb,
HH Philharmonic Juniors; Linda Hayward, Mesa View Middle School; Tracy Boyd, Orange Coast
College DMS; Dan Kaiahua, OVHS Surf Team; Karen Snow, YMCA Indian Maidens.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
MARY ELLEN HOUSEAL, Huntington Beach Art Center Foundation Board Member, informed
Council of her opposition to the item scheduled on the agenda regarding reorganization of the
Cultural and Events Services. She stated that she believes this was being done behind closed
doors. Ms. Houseal spoke regarding what she believes will be the detrimental effect on the Art
Center. She requested that Council deny the recommended action stating that the group will
return with recommendations as they are a very creative group.
LINDA MOON informed Council that she completely understands the city's need to tighten its belt
but feels that the method proposed will have a very detrimental effect on the Art Center. She
spoke regarding the ways in which the Art Center is an original and different from others which is
an attraction to the public. She stated that the art displayed at the center should not be expected
to be the art you would find displayed over your living room sofa_
EUNICE NICHOLSON, member, Huntington Beach Art Center Foundation Board, spoke in
opposition to the agenda item regarding reorganization of the Cultural Events and Services stating
that she had first learned about it in an article in the Los Angeles Times. She addressed Council
regarding the budget of the Art Center.
DENNIS DAVENPORT addressed Council regarding the agenda item relative to the proposed
agreement with Pulse Marketing for a financial study of a gun range proposal. Mr. Davenport
informed Council that he believes this is an important step forward for Huntington Beach.
MILTON VAUGHT, NRA Member, spoke in support of the agenda item relative to an agreement
with Pulse Marketing for a financial study of a gun range proposal. He stated that it will attract
outside agencies, thus making the streets of Huntington Beach safer; also other agencies will
schedule their meetings in Huntington Beach which will help the bed tax and sales tax revenue.
WILLY RIDDELL spoke in support of the agenda item relative to the proposed agreement with
Pulse Marketing for a financial study of a gun range proposal. He stated he believes this gives
the potential to train officers in the city.
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MIKE WHITNEY stated his support for the agenda item relative to the proposed agreement with
Pulse Marketing for a financial study of a gun range proposal and thanked Council for their efforts
on behalf of this item.
BRIAN LA SALLE spoke in favor of the agenda item regarding the proposed agreement with
Pulse Marketing for a financial study of a gun range proposal. He also informed Council of his
support for recreational shooting at the range.
JEFF LEBOW, member,Citizen's Participation Advisory Board, stated that a small number of
hospitality industry jobs will be the sole benefit of the Section 108 loan to the Waterfront. He
requested that the City Council instruct the City Administrator to direct that 50% of the funds
benefit low and moderate income persons and also that an employee outreach program be
established so that Huntington Beach residents can benefit from the jobs. He requested that
Council look toward the future and put aside 10% of the Transit Occupancy Tax (T.O.T.), and
property tax increment from the Waterfront Hotel so that low and moderate income people will
benefit and Council will leave a legacy in this regard.
DAVID BREES, Oakview Property Owners' Association, urged the City Council to adopt the fee
recommendations as set forth in their communication announced earlier in the meeting by the City
Clerk regarding the Section 108 loans from HUD to the city. He spoke regarding the need to
ensure that the recommended percentage of the projected revenues of the Ocean Grand Resort
(Waterfront Hotel) be spent on projects and programs to serve low and moderate income
residents in neighborhoods of Huntington Beach for the next 20 years.
WILLIAM BERNARD read from a government document pertaining to the proper uses for Section 108
HUD funds, He stated that he does not believe the Section 108 loan money for the Waterfront Hotel
falls into any of these categories and questioned whether the City Attorney had looked into the matter.
Mr. Bernard informed Council that he believes this is corporate welfare and questioned where low
income people will locate housing in Huntington Beach.
Councilmember Bauer stated that these loans were discussed in the presence of HUD
representatives who recommended that the city take this action. Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo stated
that the Department of Housing and Development had informed the City Council that this plan
would serve as a model.
Economic Development Director Biggs reported on the matter at the request of Councilmember
Dettloff, stating that 20% of the tax would be retained to rehabilitate low and moderate income
housing developments.
RICHARD ARMENDARIZ past member of the Citizens Participation Advisory Board, spoke
regarding the funds that will be used to pay off the City Gym and Pool which will reduce funds to
other projects. He stated that they are requesting that Council set aside 10% of revenue from the
Waterfront project to use for low and moderate income projects.
FRAN ANDRADE informed Council that she was present tonight as a representative of the
people in the Oakview area with whom she has worked with for the past 30 years. She spoke
regarding her support for the CPAB recommendations particularly Item No. 3 —that the City
Council direct the City Administrator and staff to approve the use of 10% of the Ocean Grand
Resort (Waterfront Hotel) project revenues for projects and programs to serve low and moderate
income residents in neighborhoods of Huntington Beach for the next 20 years. She
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recommended that Council look ahead 20 years and see that the money will be needed, and cited
the example of the Oakview area.
JOHN LYNCH, NRA Member, presented the Council with documents. He questioned whether it
is legal under the Brown Act to take action on Assembly BIII 23 (Perata) when because of a
typographical error the agenda should have reflected SIB 23 (Perata). He paraphrased the City
Attorney's response to him earlier in the day on the matter; that the Senate Bill had been
described accurately on the agenda even though a typographical error had been made on the
initials of the bill. Mr. Lynch then presented his opposition to the Senate Bill 23 citing an
example of reference to flash suppressors. (Senate Bill 23 relates to large capacity magazines
relative to firearms.)
WILLIAM MC KEE stated that Senate Bill 23 (Perata) scheduled for action later on the agenda is
too broad and that it does not make sense to penalize the citizens. He stated that it will only
affect law abiding citizens.
NANETTE MARKHAM stated that the criminal will not follow the law proposed in Senate Bill 23.
She requested Council to contact their legislators and voice opposition to this senate bill
scheduled for Council action later on the agenda.
JOHN FORT informed Council that he has not received information on the Intergovernmental
Relations Committee meetings and requested that he be notified of these meetings as before. He
spoke regarding Senate Bill 23 (Perata), scheduled later on the agenda. He stated reasons for
his opposition. Mr Fort urged Council to oppose this legislation and to so inform the state
legislators.
MARVIN MARKHAM stated that relative to Senate Bill 23 (Perata) that this type of gun has been
in the country for 75 years with no problems. He stated that crime has gone down in past years
and perhaps that is because citizens can carry weapons. Mr. Markham stated opposition to
Senate Bill 23 scheduled for Council action later on the agenda.
CHUCK MC KINLEY spoke in opposition to Senate Bill 23. He presented the examples of the
experiences of Australia as result of disarmament, citing rising crime statistics.
RUSSELL REINHART, member Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association, spoke in
opposition to the action on the agenda which recommends Council opposition to Senate Bill 32
(Peace) which would make hepatitis a presumptive disease under Worker's Compensation for
public safety officers. He informed Council that the state mandated language has been deleted
from the bill which is the reason why he believes a recommendation for Council opposition had
been made_ Mr. Reinhart stated reasons why he believes the bill, as amended, should be
supported by Council. He recommended that Council read the amended bill and support it.
MANNY ROTHSTEIN stated opposition to Senate Bill 23 (Perata), stating that others oppose it
including Assemblyman Scott Baugh, State Senator Johnson and the Huntington Beach
Republican Assembly.
DIANE EASTMAN distributed a document to Council which had an item attached that she stated
would be considered an assault weapon under SB 23 (Perata). She related a story of a burglary
attempt at her home. She stated that the gun she had acquired following the burglary would now
be considered an assault weapon. Ms. Eastman requested that Council not take away her rights
to protect her family, herself, and her home.
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GARY HAAS, Project Area Committee member, Main Pier Redevelopment Project sub area,
spoke regarding the Statement of Economic Interests that Project Area Committee members are
required to complete. He requested that Council exclude the Project Area Committee from this
requirement.
RICHARD EDMONSTON, Oakview Property Owners' Association, requested that Council
support the CPAB recommendations relative to the use of Section 108 HUD bans for the Ocean
Grand Resort (Waterfront Hilton) and the City Gym and Pool; actions which are to be taken
later on the agenda. He stated that if some of the recommendations are not going to be
approved, he would urge that at least Recommendation No. 3 be approved which would be
better for revenue than that described by the Economic Development Director.
VIRGINIA SIMS spoke regarding an article in the local paper that she believes contains
comments by a Councilmember that did not respect the views of others relative to Wal-Mart,
she stated that respecting other peoples' opinions and freedom of speech, either in favor or
against, is allowed in America.
JASON EWELL distributed material to Council. He spoke regarding his mobile glass tinting
business which he runs from his home. He spoke regarding the fine he had received from the
city and his efforts to have the citation rescinded. Mr. Ewell stated that the City Attorney had
upheld the citation. He informed Council of the rude reception he had received while at City
Hall. He spoke regarding death threats he had received and presented Council with
substantiating material. Said material was presented to the City Clerk.
DR. JUDY OSAKO informed Council that she resides adjacent to Mr. Ewell. She stated that
Mr. Ewell is a great asset to the city. She spoke regarding the death threats he had received
stating that this has not been investigated. Dr. Osako requested that the death threats be
investigated. She informed Council that Mr. Ewell constantly watches out for the neighborhood,
especially if children are playing on the sidewalk stating that he has reported to the parents
people running the stop signs when the children are playing on the sidewalk.
CLAUDIA MONROE stated that Mr. Ewell is her son and that he is an outstanding young man.
She requested that the matter referred to by the previous speakers be investigated immediately.
City Administrator Silver requested that Mr. Ewell contact his office.
GINGER JOHNSON stated that she supports Mr. Ewell completely and that he is an asset to
the community.
JOHN BRISCOE distributed a document to Council. Mayor Green read the agenda page on
which the Public Comment section is located and which addresses negative comments. Mr.
Briscoe made accusations against the City Treasurer. Mayor Green requested that Mr. Briscoe
remain within the boundaries printed on the agenda. Mr. Briscoe spoke regarding the
inaccuracies he believes are occurring regarding collection procedures and requested that the
city charter be followed.
Councilmember Sullivan stated that he does not agree with Mr. Briscoe's statements; however,
he believes his constitutional rights are being violated.
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CHRISTOPHER CULVER, representing Culver Amherst Company, addressed Council
regarding the item relative to the award of a franchise agreement for transit advertising services
for placement of bus shelter/bus benches within the public rights of way. He responded to
Councilmember Sullivan's question regarding whether he was present at a recent Economic
Development Committee meeting.
COUNCIL COMMENTS REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS PORTION OF THE AGENDA
Councilmember Bauer commented on remarks that Mr, Briscoe had made during the public
comments portion of the meeting. Councilmember Bauer spoke regarding the fine job the City
Treasurer is doing, including saving the city hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Councilmember Dettloff spoke regarding the considerable amount of revenue that the City
Treasurer has derived. Councilmember Dettloff stated that City Treasurer Freidenrich has the
support of the City Council.
Councilmember Harman clarified what he believes are inaccuracies of Mr. Armendariz's
statement made earlier in the meeting under the Public Comments portion of the agenda He
stated his high regard for Mr. Armendariz, Community Participation Advisory Board member.
Economic Development Director Biggs responded to Councilmember Harman's comments on
this matter.
AGENDA ITEMS DEFERRED FROM APRIL 5, 1999 MEETING
(CITY COUNCIL) (DEFERRED FROM APRIL 5, 1999) APPROVED APPOINTMENTS TO THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT ANTI -CRIME COALITION — MAYOR PRO TEM DAVE GAROFALO AND
COUNCILMEMBER PAM JULIEN (120.20)
The City Council considered a communication submitted by Chief of Police Lowenberg requesting
approval of Mayor Green's appointment to the Police Department Anti -Crime Coalition.
Councilmember Sullivan expressed his concern that he and two other members of the Council were
not asked regarding their interest in being considered for the appointment. Councilmember Harman
suggested that this item be deferred until consideration of the related procedural item scheduled
later on the agenda. Mayor Green spoke regarding the reasons for the procedure he used for
recommending these appointments.
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo stated reasons for not delaying this item. He spoke in support of the
process that has taken place. Councilmember Sullivan informed Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo of his
disagreement with his statements on this issue. Councilmember Bauer spoke on the matter stating
that it is difficult because this committee was generated by the Police Chief and perhaps it should be
deferred although he would not oppose the Mayor's right to proceed. Councilmember Harman
stated he is looking for ground rules. At the request of Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo, Police Chief
Lowenberg reported on how the committee came to be established.
City Attorney Hutton reported that a third Councilmember could attend the Anti -Crime Coalition
meeting. She reported on the Brown Act provisions.
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A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green to move the item regarding the procedure for
appointment for Council liaisons members to boards and committees scheduled later on the agenda
forward to this portion of the meeting. The motion carried unanimously
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED FORMATION OF AD -HOC COUNCIL COMMITTEE
REGARDING PROCEDURE FOR APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL LIAISONS TO CITY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS —COMMITTEE TO BE COMPOSED MAYOR, MAYOR PRO
TEM AND THE PAST MAYOR (120.10)
The City Council considered a communication from Councilmember Sullivan regarding
establishing a procedure for the appointments of Council liaisons to boards, commissions and
organizations. This communication had been brought forward from the latter part of the agenda
to this portion of the agenda pursuant to the foregoing motion.
Councilmember Sullivan presented reasons why he had placed this item on the agenda. He
cited one instance where Mayor Green had added a liaison member and that he believed that
additions should have been presented for Council approval.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Harman to form an Ad Hoc Council Committee to
recommend procedures for Council consideration in the matter of appointing City Council
liaisons to various boards, commissions, and organizations.
Councilmember Julien stated that she would like the issue under consideration to be expanded
to include the procedure for the formation of the committees.
Councilmember Harman stated the need for a procedure.
A substitute motion was madd by Julien, second Garofalo that the Ad Hoc Council Committee
motion be discussed at the work shop (adjourned regular Council meeting) to be scheduled for
May 15, 1999. The City Administrator stated unless the Council could schedule four hours at
this May 15, 1999 meeting there will not be enough time for this item. The motion was
withdrawn.
A motion was made by Green, second Garofalo to direct the formation of an Ad Hoc City
Council Committee to recommend procedures for Council consideration in the matter of
appointing City Council liaisons to various boards, commissions, and organizations to be
composed of the Mayor, past Mayor, and Mayor Pro Tem. The motion carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff
NOES: Sullivan, Harman, Bauer
ABSNET: None
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Harman to form an Ad Hoc Council Committee to
recommend procedures for Council consideration in the matter of appointing Council liaisons to
various boards, commissions, and organizations and also to consider methods of appointments
to said boards. The motion carried unanimously.
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(CITY COUNCIL) (DEFERRED FROM APRIL 5, 1999) APPROVED AGREEMENT WITH PULSE
MARKETING FOR FINANCIAL STUDY OF GUN RANGE PROPOSAL — APPROVED
MODIFICATION TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS —APPROVED BUDGET AMENDMENT
(600.10)
The City Council considered a communication from by Community Services Director Hagan and
Chief of Police Lowenberg recommending approval of an agreement with Pulse Marketing for a
financial study of the gun range proposal together with approval of modifications for insurance
requirements and approval of a budget amendment.
Councilmember Harman questioned the financial impact if the gun range is not successful. He
requested information as to provisions for an escape clause. Community Services Director Hagan
responded. Considerable discussion was held between Council and Community Services Director
Hagan regarding various aspects of the issue.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to approve the following recommended action:
1. Approve an amendment to the current year budget by appropriating $24,000 for a financial study
and market evaluation for the proposed law enforcement/public shooting range facility as
submitted by R.W. Randall for the Randall Lumber site; and 2. Approve the Professional
Services Contract with Pulse Marketing for the financial study and market evaluation of the
Randall proposal for a law enforcement/public shooting range facility, and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute same; and 3. Waive the requirement for professional liability
insurance for Pulse Marketing. .
Councilmember Sullivan stated that this proposal will cost the city at least $1,000,000.annually.
He stated that it has been mentioned that other agencies will use the facility and if this is so, a
joint powers agreement should be established,
A vote was taken on the motion made by Garofalo, second Julien which carried as follows:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff
NOES: Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) (DEFERRED FROM APRIL 5, 1999) APPROVED INTRODUCTION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 3417 TO ESTABLISH A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, OCEAN
GRAND RESORT (WATERFRONT) PROJECT (640.10)
The City Council considered proposed Ordinance No. 3417 to establish a community facilities
district -Waterfront Project.
Economic Development Director Biggs presented a staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo
questioned whether there are any negative aspects to this issue and Economic Development
Director Biggs stated that he did not think so.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to approve introduction of Ordinance No. 3417
after reading by title by City Clerk- "Air Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach Providing for the City of Huntington Beach Community Facilities District Financing Law
Including General Provisions and Definitions, Powers and Procedures to Issue Community
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Facilities District Bonds for the Purpose of Providing Financing for Specified Purposes, and
Certain Other Supplemental Provisions."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT —
City Administrator Silver announced the following upcoming events: Oakview Pride Day — May 1,
1999; Police Appreciation Day — May 15, 1999; Public Works Open House — May 22, 1999 He
extended an invitation to the community to attend these interesting community -events.
(CITY COUNCIL) CITY TREASURER FEBRUARY 1999 INVESTMENT SUMMARY REVIEW
(310.20)
The City Council considered a communication from City Treasurer Freidenrich transmitting the
February, 1999 Monthly Investment Summary Report for City Council review and acceptance.
Earlier in the meeting, the City Clerk had announced that the following communication on this
item had been provided to the City Council: Slide Report Dated April 19, 1999 from the City
Treasurer titled Treasurer's Report.
City Treasurer Freidenrich presented a staff report. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo
she reported on the repurchase agreement procedure and the status for going out to bid for the
collection process.
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo, referring to the subject of verbal attacks on officials, asked the City
Treasurer if she would like to respond to a speaker's verbal attacks which she had experienced
at recent Council meetings.
City Treasurer Freidenrich stated that as an elected official she has responsibility to uphold all
laws of the city and that she does her very best to do that; that she has implemented a
significant amount of process improvements in the last several years. She stated that she is
sorry some people certainly may not agree; however, that she works very hard and does her
very best to serve the citizens of Huntington Beach.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to approve and accept the Monthly Investment
Report for February, 1999, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of
Huntington Beach. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Sullivan (Harman absent from the room)
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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(CITY COUNCIL) PUBLIC HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 99-1/ZONING TEXT
AMENDMENT NO. 99-11ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 9911/LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
AMENDMENT NO. 99-1 NIS OF PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY BETWEEN 16T" & 18TH STREETS
—APPROVED INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3419 — ADOPTED RESOLUTION
NOS. 99-27 & 99-28 (440.50)
Mayor Green announced this was the time set to consider the following public hearing:
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been mailed, published and
posted.
Applicant: City of Huntington Beach,
Request: GPA: Change the General Plan designation from Visitor Serving Commercial to
Residential High Density (more than 25 units per gross acres).
ZTA/ZMA: Amend the zoning from Downtown Specific Plan, District 1 (Visitor Serving
Commercial) to Downtown Specific Plan, District 2 (Residential-30 units per net acre),
LCPA: Change Coastal Element to reflect the General Plan and Zoning Land Use Designations
which is subject to California Coastal Commission approval.
Location: Two (2) half -blocks (20 lots total) which are each approximately 0.92 gross acres
(1.82 net acres total) on the north side of Pacific Coast Highway, between 16th and 18'h Streets.
Coastal Status: The above item is located in the appealable jurisdiction of the Coastal
Zone and includes local Coastal Program Amendment No. 99-1 in conjunction with the above
request. The Local Coastal Program Amendment will be forwarded to the California Coastal
Commission if approved by the City Council.
Environmental Status: An environmental assessment for the above item was processed and
completed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act. It was determined that
the above item with mitigation would not have any significant environmental effects and that a
mitigated negative declaration is warranted. This environmental assessment is on file at the
City of Huntington Beach Planning Department and is available for public inspection and
comment by contacting the Planning Department.
Planning Director Zelefsky presented a staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo questioned the height of the vertical mixed use. He also questioned
the number of General Plan Amendments allowed per year. He questioned whether there is a
sense of urgency to this proposal. Planning Director Zelefsky responded.
Mayor Green declared the public hearing open.
Earlier in the meeting, the City Clerk had announced that the following communication on this
item had been provided to the City Council: Communication from the Planning Director titled
General Plan Amendment No. 99-1, Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1, Zoning Map
amendment No. 99-1, Local Coastal program Amendment No. 99-1.
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JOHN MAHOOD informed Council that the view from his residence will be affected and that tax
money will be taken away from the city, due to the change from commercial development. He
spoke regarding the effect of 54 units on the area. He stated that if desired by the city, it will be
developed commercial and everyone will benefit. He stated that this item was discussed at the
Planning Commission study session with the residents unaware of such discussion; that the
residents got sluffed off at the Planning Commission meeting. He stated that this proposal has
been brought by small developers.
JOANNE KESSELL spoke regarding the letter seat to the Planning Commission which is in the
City Council packet under D-1.55 and 56. She informed Council that she would like single-
family residential development.
DAVE MACLEOD spoke in favor of residential development for the area stating that commercial
tends to decrease property values; that commercial belongs in the downtown area. In response
to Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo's question, he replied that he plans to build single-family housing on
his property.
KEVIN KILTES informed Council that he is one of the property owners and that they favor
residential as it will snake the area much more consistent. He responded to Mayor Pro Tern
Garofalo regarding whether he would agree to a covenant to impose single-family home
development on his property.
DUF SFREDDO stated his support for residential development of the property.
ROBERT CORONA informed Council of his support for residential development, that he does
not believe clusters of commercial in residential works anymore. He stated that most homes
would be 35' high and that commercial could go that high and block the view.
LARRY SMITH requested that Council ask Mr. Lynch to sign a covenant for single-family
residential. He referred to the letter from Mr. Lynch that had notations that appear to show he is
in agreement with having a covenant for single-family residential.
JIM MARTIN stated his opposition to the rezoning for the residential. He stated that it will be
more dense. He stated that a service station with an open view would be more desirable than a
monster building. He requested information as to why the city is an applicant and not the
developer as it is taking money away from the city.
RICHARD KELTER spoke in support of residential zoning for the property.
There being no persons present to speak further on the matter and there being no further
protests filed, either written or oral, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo stated that he believed the whole transaction should be stipulated on
single-family detached development.
Councilmember Dettloff informed Council that the Coastal Commission had raised objections to
the removal of Visitor Serving Commercial designation. She stated that she would support
residential as commercial in areas such as this generally do not work. She stated that she
believes that the Coastal Commission will want a guarantee that Visitor Serving Commercial
designation will be retained north of Goldenwest Street, should they concur with residential on
this area.
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Councilmember Sullivan questioned if there were any restrictions on imposing detached
residential.
Planning Director Zelefsky reported that covenants could be imposed as had been done earlier
with property in this area. Planning Director Zelefsky suggested that staff be directed to contact
the property owners, and prior to second reading of the ordinance ensure that the property
owners agree upon covenants. Planning Director Zelefsky informed Council that the Coastal
Commission staff should be assured relative to the property north of Goldenwest Street
remaining Visitor Serving Commercial; however, a guarantee cannot be given until action is
taken by Council on that property. Planning Director Zelefsky stated that the State of California
owns some of the property and he does not anticipate its concurrence with a covenant.
Mr. Kelter spoke regarding what he believes would be the position of some of the property
owners.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to approve recommended action as follows:
1. Approve General Plan Amendment No. 99-1 by adopting Resolution No. 99-27 "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California, Approving
General Plan Amendment No. 99-1"
2. Approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1 and Zoning Map Amendment No. 99-1 with
findings as set forth on (Attachment No. 4*) to the Request for Council Action dated April
19, 1999 by approving introduction of Ordinance No. 3419 - after reading by title - `An
Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Downtown Specific Plan to
Redesignate the Real Properly Generally Located on Pacific Coast Highway between 9e
and 18th Streets from Downtown Specific Plan District 1 (Visitor Serving Commercial) to
Downtown Specific Plan District 2 (Residential) (Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1 and
Zoning Map Amendment 99-1).
'Attachment No. 4
Findings & Conditions of Approval
Zoning Text Amendment 99-1 / Zoning Map Amendment 99-1/
Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 99-1
Findings for Zoning Text Amendment 99-1 / Zoning Map Amendment 99-1:
Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1 and Zoning Map Amendment No. 99-1 to change the
zoning on two half -blocks totaling 1.82 net acres from Downtown Specific Plan District 1
(Visitor Serving Commercial) to Downtown Specific Plan District 2 (Residential) is
consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified in the
General Plan and any applicable specific plan. The proposed changes are consistent
with General Plan Amendment No. 99-1 which is being processed concurrently. The
land uses in the surrounding area are consistent with the proposed change in zoning
and at the time of development, there will be appropriate infrastructure and services
available to support residential development
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2. In the case of a general land use provision, the zoning map amendment is compatible
with the uses authorized in, and the standards prescribed for, the zoning district for
which it is proposed. The changes proposed would be compatible with uses in the
vicinity which are residential and open space.
3. A community need is demonstrated for the change proposed. The changes would
expand the opportunities for housing and address the needs of a growing population.
4. Its adoption will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare and good
zoning practice. The zoning text amendment and zoning map amendment will provide
more opportunities for residents to live in close proximity to services and amenities while
being consistent with the surrounding neighborhood.
5. The City Council has approved Negative Declaration No. 98-1 by resolution. The current
project is covered under that Negative Declaration and this project will comply with the
mitigation measures that were identified.
and
3. Approve Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 99-1 by adopting Resolution No. 99-28
— "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, Califomia Adopting
Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 99-1 (Zoning Text Amendment No. 99-1, Zoning
Map Amendment No. 99-1) and Requesting Its Certification by the California Coastal
Commission Planning Commission Recommendation." Further to direct staff to return to
Council prior to the next meeting with written concurrence from the property owners of their
agreement that the property would be developed single-family detached homes.
Discussion was held regarding the procedure as to how to include these covenants.
A roll call vote was taken on the motion made by Garofalo, second Julien and carried as follows:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman
NOES: Sullivan
ABSENT: None
MOTION TO ADJOURN AT 11:00 P.M. - FAILED
A motion was made by Julien, second Garofalo that the meeting adjourn at 11:00 p.m. following
actions on items that are deemed necessary to have action taken. The motion failed by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Garofalo, Green
NOES: Bauer, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) ADMINISTRATIVE PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR PROTESTS REGARDING
WEED ABATEMENT — RUBBISH AND REFUSE ABATEMENT — AUTHORIZED STREET
SUPERINTENDENT TO PROCEED WITH ABATEMENT (520.80)
Mayor Green declared the public hearing open on the hearing of objections and protests to the
proposed removal of weeks, rubbish, and refuse upon certain streets, sidewalks, parkways, and
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private property in the city. This hearing is held pursuant to Resolution No. 99-18 adopted
March 15, 1999.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted.
There being no persons present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed, either
written or oral, the administrative hearing was closed by the Mayor.
A motion was made by Harman, second Dettloff to authorize the Street Sweeping
Superintendent to proceed with the abatement of said nuisance. The motion carried
unanimously_
(CITY COUNCIL) - ADMINISTRATIVE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT CIVIL FINES FOR MUNICIPAL
CODE VIOLATIONS - ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 99-25 (570.60)
Mayor Green announced this is the time to consider an administrative public hearing as required
by California Government Code Section 38377.5 for the purpose of certifying special
assessments against properties where public nuisances have occurred.
Request for Council certification of recording Notices of Special Assessments against private
property for the value of unpaid civil fines, plus interest and penalties, pursuant to Ordinance
No. 3397 adopted by City Council on June 15, 1998.
City Attorney Hutton presented a staff report. She referred to an exhibit which was announced
earlier in the meeting by the City Clerk dated April 19, 1999 regarding a Revision of Exhibit
No. 1 for the agenda item regarding Certification of Delinquent Civil Fines.
The City Clerk announced the following communication which had been announced earlier in
the meeting under Announcement of Late Communications: Communication from the City
Attorney dated April 19, 1999 regarding a Revision of Exhibit No 1 for Agenda Item D-3
Regarding Certification of Delinquent Civil Fines.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
RON DAVIS addressed Council and stated his opposition to Mayor Green's procedure used
under public comments earlier in the meeting. He stated that he was making this statement
during a public hearing because he could not make it otherwise.
There being no persons present to speak on the matter (as Mr. Davis' comments were not
regarding this hearing) and there being no protests filed, either written or oral, the hearing was
closed by the Mayor.
A motion was made by Harman, second Sullivan to adopt Resolution No. 99-25 as amended
by the inclusion of revised Exhibit No. 1 to said resolution presented by the City Attorney - `A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Certifying Special Assessments
for Collection of Delinquent Civil fines for Municipal Code Violations." The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
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AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR — ITEMS REMOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION
At the request of staff the following Consent Calendar items were removed from the agenda:
Legislative Recommendations From The lntergovemmental-Relations Committee -Assembly Bills/Senate
Bills.
Funding Approval Agreements With The U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development
(HUD) For Two Section 108 Loans — Relative To Assistance To Redevelopment Agency
Regarding Waterfront Hilton & - City Gym & Pool Renovation.
Lease With Caltrans For The Relocation Of The Beach Maintenance Facility To The Caltrans
Maintenance Yard On Beach Blvd.
Amendments To Action Taken By Council On March 28, 1998 Relating To Reduction In The
Number Of Boards And Committees.
CONSENT CALENDAR — ITEMS APPROVED
On motion by Dettloff, second Garofalo Council approved the following Consent Calendar items
as recommended by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Julien abstained from voting on the minutes as she had not been present at the
meeting. Councilmember Sullivan cast a "no" vote regarding approval as to Form of Office
Space Lease Agreements — Abdelmuti Development Company.
(CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) MINUTES - Approved and adopted the
minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency regular meeting of March 15, 1999 as
written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Councilmember Julien abstained from voting on the minutes as she had not been present at the
meeting.
(REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) APPROVED AS TO FORM - OF OFFICE SPACE LEASES
BETWEEN ABDELMUTI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY AND (1) COMPUTER MEMORY TEST
LABS, INC. & (2) CONGRESSMAN ROHRABACHER — OCEANVIEW PROMENADE —
(MAIN -PIER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT SUB -AREA) (600.30) — Approved as to form the
Second Amendment to Office Space Lease within the Oceanview Promenade between
Abdelmuti Development Company and Computer Memory Test Labs, Inc; and the First
Amendment to Office Space Lease between Abdelmuti Development Company and
Congressman Dana Rohrabacher (Approval as to form required by Owner Participation
Agreement between the Agency and Abdelmuti Development Company)
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Councilmember Sullivan requested the City Clerk to record his vote as a no vote on the item
relative to the approval as to form of the two Abdelmuti Development Company leases of office
space..
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 15499 OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO. 15499, WITH BONDS AND AGREEMENTS (GARFIELD SUBDIVISION) -- GARFIELD
SQUARE LLC — NIS GARFIELD AVENUE, BETWEEN DELAWARE AND FLORIDA
STREETS —APPROVED SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT (420.60) -- 1. Approved Final Tract
Map No. 15499 and accepted the offer of dedication, improvements and approved and
authorized execution of the Subdivision Agreement pursuant to findings and requirements
(Attachment No. 1 to the Request for Council Action dated 4/19/99) as follows: Findings:
1. Final Tract Map No. 15499 is in conformance with the California Subdivision Map Act, City of
Huntington Beach Subdivision Ordinance and Tentative Tract Map No. 15499 Conditions of
Approval as approved by the Zoning Administrator; Requirements: 1. Offer and dedication of
improvements are subject to completion of requirements shown on the Tentative Tract Map;
2. The City Clerk is hereby instructed to file bonds with the City Treasurer; a. Faithful
Performance Bond No. 78.932 as presented in Attachment No. 6; b. Labor and Material Bond
No. 78932 as presented in Attachment No_ 6; c. Monument Bond No. 78933 (American
Contractors Indemnity Company) as presented in Attachment No. 6; 3. Instruct the City Clerk
not to affix her signature to the map nor release it for preliminary processing by the County of
Orange for recordation until the following conditions have been complied with for the map. a. A
deposit for fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering, and inspections shall be provided;
b. A Certificate of Insurance shall be submitted; c. Drainage for the subdivision shall be
approved by the Department of Public Works prior to recordation of the final map; d. An
approved Subdivision Agreement shall be submitted (Attachment No. 5), e. Payment of Park
and Recreation In -Lieu Fees.
ICITY COUNCIL) ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 99-26 — FINDING THAT PROCEDURES
FOR FORMATION OF THE PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE WERE FOLLOWED IN THE
ELECTION OF PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE MEMBERS RELATIVE TO THE PROPOSED
EXTENSION OF EMINENT DOMAIN WITHIN PORTIONS OF THE MAIN -PIER SUB -AREA
(400.10) —Adopted Resolution No. 99-26 - 'A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Finding that the Procedure for the Formation and Election of a Project Area
Committee for the 1999 Amendment to the Huntington Beach Development Project Were
Followed in the Election of the Project Area Committee and Determining the Validity of Any
Challenges to the Election."
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED CONSULTANT SELECTION FOR 1-405 MULTI -
JURISDICTIONAL SMART CORRIDOR AND CALTRANS DISTRICT 12 INTERTIE PROJECT —
APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT — (SARAKKI ASSOCIATES) (600.10) -
1 . Approved the selection of Sarakki Associates for the System Manager for the 1-405 Multi -
Jurisdictional Smart Corridor and Caltrans District 12 intertie Project; and 2. Approved and
authorized execution of the Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach
and Sarakki Associates forthe 1-405 Multi -Jurisdictional Smart Corridor and Caltrans District 12
intertie Project and authorized the Director of Public Works to expend $79,630 to cover the
System Manager contract costs.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE COUNTY OF ORANGE
SOILS LABORATORY FOR AND ADDITIONAL SIX ARTERIAL HIGHWAY REHABILITATION
PROJECTS — PN-17080 (320.20) -- 1. Authorized the Director of Administrative Services to
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appropriate $54,000 from the undesignated Measure "M" fund balance to the arterial highway
rehabilitation project; and 2. Authorized the Director of Public works to expend a total of $54,000
which includes $45,000 for the preparation of soils reports and estimated contingencies of $9,000;
for Arterial Rehabilitation on six streets, PN-17080.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED CONTRACT WITH PUBLIC SAFETY NET TO RESOLVE Y2K
PROBLEMS AND PROVIDE SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE FOR THE POLICE COMPUTER
AIDED DISPATCH SYSTEM (600.10) — Approved and authorized Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the Professional Services Contract Between The City Of Huntington Beach And Public
Safety Net for Purchase Of A New Message Switch And Software Maintenance. Approved
expenditures from the Equipment Replacement Fund for this contract, plus $21,805 to cover the
cost of maintenance through the balance of this fiscal year. Maintenance for subsequent years
will be budgeted in the appropriate Police Department operating account.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED ACCEPTANCE OF THE OAKVIEW LIBRARY EXPANSION
PROJECT; CC-1047 — ARTEK CONSTRUCTION — NOTICE OF COM PLETION/AUTHORIZED
FUNDS FOR DIVISION OF STATE ARCHITECT INSPECTION BY ALL-AMERICAN INSPECTION
(600.80) —1. Accepted the Oakview Library Expansion Project, CC-1047 at a final cost of
$154,986.61 and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorders
Office. 2. Authorized an additional $9,000 to cover the costs associated with additional on -site
Division of State Architect (DSA) Inspection performed by All -American Inspection.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH AND PACIFIC BELL_ MOBILE SERVICES (D.B.A. "PACIFIC BELL WIRELESS") FOR
INSTALLATION OF REPEATER ANTENNAS ON CITY HALL ROOFTOP (600.10) — Approved
and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a License Agreement Between The City Of
Huntington Beach And Pacific Bell Mobile Services For Repeater Antennas On The City Hall
Rooftop.
(REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) REFERRED PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH REDEVELOPMENT PLAN TO PLANNING COMMISSION AND PAC AUTHORITY
REGARDING USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN TO ACQUIRE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES IN A
PORTION OF MAIN -PIER SUB -AREA (400.10) — Referred the Proposed 1999 Redevelopment Plan
Amendment text to the Planning Commission and Project Area Committee for report and
recommendation.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED CONSENT FOR PENDING SALE OF TENTATIVE TRACT
NO. 15728 (HOLLY-SEACLIFF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AREA) FROM PLC LAND
COMPANY TO ST. AUGUSTINE 11, LLC — S/E CORNER OF GARFIELD & PENINSULA (600.10)
—1. Pursuant to Section 4.2 of the Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement, approved the request
by PLC for the City Council to provide Consent for the Pending Sale of the property known as
Tentative Tract No. 15728 to St. Augustine II, LLC and 2. Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the Certificate of Consent to the Sale of Property and the Assumption of Rights, Duties and
Obligations and to record same with the County Recorder.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED APPOINTMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION OF
AT -LARGE -MEMBER — DOMINICK TOMAINOIRESIGNMENT OF JAMES STAUNTON (110.20) —
Appointed Dominick Tomaino to fill the vacancy on the Community Services Commission as an at -
large -member for a term to expire June 30, 2002, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of
James Staunton whose term expired June 30, 1998.
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(REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) SETTLEMENT OF JUDGMENT AGAINST FRANK MOLA —
APPROVED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN FRANK MOLA, JUDGMENT DEBTOR &
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, JUDGMENT CREDITOR —ACCEPTED DEED OF TRUST —
AUTHORIZED EXECUTION OF SATISFACTION OF JUDGMENT (600.10) — 1. Authorized the
Chairman, Executive Director and Agency Counsel to accept and/or execute on behalf of the
Redevelopment Agency the above -mentioned documents in substantiaffy the form as attachments
hereto and the Agency Clerk to attest to the Settlement Agreement and accept the Deed of Trust
(originals to be placed in escrow). 2. Authorized the Executive Director and Agency Counsel to
accept and execute on behalf of the Redevelopment Agency, any other documents, consistent with
the Settlement Agreement, which are necessary and proper to carry out the agreements herein and
to receive the $60,000 currently held in escrow on behalf of the Agency. 3. Authorized execution by
the Agency Counsel of the Satisfaction of Judgment consistent with the Settlement Agreement.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVAL OF LEGISLATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE
INTERGOVERNMENTAL —RELATIONS COMMITTEE -ASSEMBLY BILLS/SENATE BILLS (120,70)
The City Council considered the legislative recommendations from the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee on various Assembly Bills and Senate Bills as transmitted by the Office of the City
Administrator.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to withdraw the recommended action of support for
Senate Bill 23 (Perata) which would make it a misdemeanor or a felony for any person to engage in
manufacturing, importing into the state, keeping, offering for sale, giving, lending, or possessing
weapons with a large -capacity magazine. A large -capacity magazine would be defined to mean any
ammunition -feeding device with the capacity to accept more than 10 rounds.
The motion made by Garofalo, second Julien failed by the following roll tail vote:
AYES: Julien, Garofalo, Sullivan
NOES: Bauer, Green, Dettloff, Harman
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to oppose Senate Bill 23 (Pereta). The motion failed
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Garofalo, Sullivan
NOES: Bauer, Green, Dettloff, Harman
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Harman, second Julien to approve the recommendations on the various
Assembly Bills and Senate Bills, with the exception of Senate Bill 32, which would be removed and
referred back to the Intergovernmental Relations Committee to study the amended bill.
The recommended actions were as follows: The City Council Intergovemmental Relations committee
has reviewed the legislation below and is recommending the following action: Motion: Support SB 215
(Lewis) which would reinstate full retention of property tax to single county transit districts such as
Orange County Transportation Aiuthority, and authorize the Mayor to send letter of support to our State
legislators Motion: Support AB 373 (Baugh) which would increase the minimum distance from 350
feet to 1000 feet between community care facilities located in residential areas, and authorize the Mayor
to send letters of support to our State legislators. Motion: Support AB 1612 (Floret) which would
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provide approximately $45 million in funding to Orange County cities for road reconstruction, and
authorize the Mayor to send letters of support to our state legislators. Motion: Oppose AB 1626
(Migden) which would transfer power for establishing model building codes from the State Building
Standards Commission to certain specified groups, and authorize the mayor to send letters of opposition
to our State legislators
Councilmember Harman withdrew his motion
A motion was made by Harman, second Dettloff to support Senate Bill 23 (Perata). which would make it
a misdemeanor or a felony for any person to engage in manufacturing, importing into the state, keeping,
offering for sale, giving, lending, or possessing weapons with a large -capacity magazine. A large -
capacity magazine would be defined to mean any ammunition -feeding device with the capacity to accept
more than 10 rounds, and authorize the Mayor to send letters of support to our State legislators. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Green, Dettloff, Harman
NOES: Julien, Garofalo, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Harman, second Dettloff to oppose Assembly Bill 1626 (Migden).
which would transfer power for establishing model building codes from the State Building
Standards Commission to certain specified groups, and authorize the Mayor to send letters of
opposition to our State legislators. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Green, Dettloff, Harman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Garofalo
A motion was made by Harman, second Dettloff to support AB 373 (Baugh) which would
increase the minimum distance from 350 feet to 1000 feet between community care facilities
located in residential areas, and authorize the Mayor to send letters of support to our State
legislators; and support Senate Bill 215 (Lewis) which would reinstate full retention of property
tax to single county transit districts such as Orange County Transportation Authority and
authorize the Mayor to send letter of support to our State legislators; and support AB 1612
(Florez) which would provide approximately $45 million in funding to Orange County cities for
road reconstruction, and authorize the Mayor to send letters of support to our state legislators
Assembly Bill and to remove Senate Bill 32 (Peace) which would make hepatitis a presumptive
disease under worker's compensation for Public Safety Officers, and authorize the Mayor to
send letters of opposition to our State legislators. Furthur, to have Senate Bill 32 (Peace) as
revised, reconsidered by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee. The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo requested to record a yes vote on Assembly Bill 373 (Baugh). Councilmember
Julien stated she would like to record a no vote Senate Bill 23 (Perata). Councilmember Sullivan
requested to record a no vote on Senate Bill 23 (Perata). Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo stated that he would
not be voting on any item except a yes vote on Assembly Bill 373.
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan (Garofalo voted Aye on AB 373
(Baugh)
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Garofalo
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(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED AS AMENDED AND AUTHORIZED EXECUTION OF
FUNDING APPROVAL AGREEMENTS WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) FOR TWO SECTION 108 LOANS — RELATIVE TO
ASSISTANCE TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING WATERFRONT HILTON
(OCEAN GRAND RESORT) & - CITY GYM & POOL RENOVATION (600.15)
The City Council considered a communication from the Economic Development Director
recommending approval and authorization for the City Administrator to execute the Funding
Approval Agreements with HUD for the two Section 108 Loans to implement the Waterfront
Hilton and city gym and pool renovation projects.
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo reported on the matter referring to the late communication titled CPAB
Policy Recommendations regarding Section 108 Loans announced earlier in the meeting by the
City Clerk, He presented modified language to the CPAB communications which had listed
three recommendations for Council's consideration,
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Julien to approve the recommended action as follows:
Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute the Funding Approval Agreements with
HUD for the two Section 108 Loans and all subsequent agreements with the Federal
Government necessary to implement the projects funded by these loans. Further as amended
to include approval of Citizens Participation Advisory Board Recommended Policy No. 2, as
amended: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a policy that as a condition of the city
receiving a Section 108 Loan for the redevelopment of the Hilton Grand Resort and BEDI
Federal Grant that it encourage the development of a Local ,Employment Program to outreach
and target Huntington Beach residents as candidates for employment. The program should
establish a priority to employ Huntington Beach residents. This to be done in cooperation with
the Private Industry Council and further, to encourage staff to develop programs that help staff
focus on low -moderate income programs. The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: ,Julien, Garofalo, Dettloff
NOES: Bauer, Green, Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Dettloff to approve the following wording: encourage
the development of a Local Employment Program to outreach and target Huntington Beach
residents as candidates for employment. The program should establish a priority to employ
Huntington Beach residents. This to be done in cooperation with the Private Industry Council.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Sullivan
NOES: Harman
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Green, second Sullivan to approve the recommended action as
transmitted by the Office of the City Administrator as follows:
Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute the Funding Approval Agreements with
HUD for the two Section 108 Loans and all subsequent agreements with the Federal
Government necessary to implement the projects funded by these loans as amended by the
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aforementioned motion made by Garofalo, second Dettloff, which added the following wording:
encourage the development of a Local Employment Program to outreach and target Huntington
Beach residents as candidates for employment. The program should establish a priority to
employ Huntington Beach residents. This to be done in cooperation with the Private Industry
Council. The motion carried unanimously.
(CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) APPROVED LEASE WITH CALTRANS FOR
THE RELOCATION OF THE BEACH MAINTENANCE FACILITY TO THE CALTRANS.
MAINTENANCE YARD ON BEACH BLVD. (600.20)
The City Council considered a communication submitted by Economic Development Director Biggs
and Community Services Director Hagan recommending City Council and Redevelopment Agency
approval of a lease with CaiTrans for the relocation of the Beach Maintenance Facility to the
CalTrans Maintenance Yard on Beach Boulevard.
Councilmember Harman presented reasons why he had requested that this item be removed from
the consent calendar. He requested information from staff regarding how the city is going to pay for
the remainder of the costs. The City Administrator responded.
A motion was made by Harman, second Green to approve the following recommended action:
1. City Council: Approve and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the lease with
Caltrans in substantial form as presented, subject to the final review by the Economic
Development Director and the City Attorney. The basic deal points have been basically
established, with only two clauses outstanding. One is the clause on indemnification and the
other clause relates to hazardous materials.
2. Redevelopment Agency: Appropriate $295,000 for 18 months of lease payments totaling
$45,000 and the expenditure of funds to make temporary improvements and additional operating
expenses necessary to relocate the Beach Maintenance Facility.
Councilmember Sullivan questioned the number of personnel that would be needed and Deputy
Director of Community Services Engle reported.
The motion made by Harman, second Green carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) APPROVED AMENDMENTS TO ACTION
TAKEN BY COUNCIL ON MARCH 28, 1998 RELATING TO REDUCTION IN THE NUMBER OF
BOARDS AND COMMITTEES — (Historic Resources Board/Allied Arts Board/Film
CommitteelYouth Sports Facilities Committeelthe Central Park Specific Plan & EIR
Committeelthe Beach & Park Improvement District Committee/Recreational Facilities
Comm itteelEnvironmental Board) (110.10)
The City Council considered a communication from the City Administrator recommending approval
of amendment to action taken by Council on March 28, 1998 relating to reduction in the number of
boards and committees.
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A motion was made by Harman, second Green to approve the following recommended actions:
1. Approved keeping the Historic Resources Board and the Allied Arts Board as separate
boards. (See Attached Memo from Ron Hagan, Community Services Director dated 4123/98).
2. Authorized disbanding the Film Committee and assign responsibility for issues relating to
filming within the city to the Manager of Cultural & Events Services. 3. Authorize de -
consolidation of the Youth Sports_Facilities Committee, the Central Park Specific Plan &
EIR Committee, and the Beach &-Park Improvement District Committee into a single
committee to be known as the Recreational Facilities Committee. 4. Directed staff to work
with the Environmental Board on amending their by-laws to have one regular monthly meeting
with the amended by-laws to be brought back to the City Council for approval no later than June
7, 1999. (See Attached Memo from Peter Vanek Assistant Planner dated 5119198). The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Green Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan (Garofalo absent from the room)
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT STAFF
POSITIONS AND REORGANIZATION DEFERRED REORGANIZATION OF CULTURAL AND
EVENT SERVICES DIVISION (700.10)
The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Community Services
requesting City Council approval of additional staff positions in the areas of Marine Safety, Beach
Maintenance, Specific Events/Pier Plaza, and Facility Development. In addition, the department
is requesting approval to reorganize the Cultural/Event Services Division and the Huntington
Beach Art Center into a Local Arts Agency.
A motion was made by Julien, second Green to continue this item as well as the agenda item
regarding the Turn of the Century Committee Event to the May 3, 1999 Council Meeting.
Councilmember Sullivan stated that he opposed this motion as there has been comments in the
press regarding this item and he believes action should be taken at this time.
The motion made by Julien, second Green to defer the aforementioned two items to the May 3,
1999 meeting failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Green
NOES: Garofalo, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) RECOGNIZE AND SANCTION THE TURN OF THE CENTURY
COMMITTEE EVENTS AS THE CITY'S OFFICIAL YEAR 2000 CELEBRATION (960.20) --
CONTINUED TO MAY 3, 1999.
The City Council considered a communication from the Community Services Director regarding
recognition and sanction by the city of the proposed concept of the Turn of the Century
Committee events as part of the City's Official Year 2000 Celebration.
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A motion was made by Sullivan, second Harman to continue consideration of this item to the
May 3, 1999 Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT STAFF
POSITIONS AND REORGANIZATION — DEFERRED REORGANIZATION OF CULTURAL AND
EVENT SERVICES DIVISION TO 5/17199 (700.10) —
The City Council returned to the communication from the Director of Community Services
requesting City Council approval of additional staff positions in the areas of Marine Safety, Beach
Maintenance, Specific Events/Pier Plaza, and Facility Development. In addition, the department
is requesting approval to reorganize the Cultural/Event Services Division and the Huntington
Beach Art Center into a Local Arts Agency.
Community Services Director Hagan presented a slide report announced earlier in the meeting by
the City Clerk titled Turn off the Century Year 2000 Celebration.
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo conducted the meeting during the absence of Mayor Green from the
room.
Considerable discussion was held between the City Council and Community Services Director
Hagan regarding various aspects of the matter including the budget deficit. Michael Mudd,
Cultural Services Division Manager reported on the issue.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Dettloff to approve Recommended Actions Nos. 1 and 2
as follows:
1. Approve an amendment to the current year budget by appropriating $141,021 of new
revenue from parking/camping fees, concession/lease income, specific event fees,
permit fees, event sponsorships, and capital projects to add the following positions to the
Community Services Department budget for the remaining four months of FY 98/99:
Marine Safety Lieutenant $ 27,417
Marine Safety Officer 20,560
Equipment Operator, Beach Maintenance 14,895
Maintenance Worker, Beach Maintenance 12,387
Cultural Services Supervisor -Specific Events 18,666
Recurrent Staff, Beach Maintenance 10,000
Administrative Aide -Community Services Administration 14,000
Supervisor -Facility Development 23,096
$141,021
and
2. Direct Community Services staff to implement the reorganization as shown on
Attachment 1 hereto; see Attachment No. 1 of the Request for Council Action dated
April 19, 1999.
and
To continue for thirty days (May 17, 1999) the staff recommendation to implement the
reorganization of the Cultural/Event Services Division into a Local Arts Agency, and
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return to City Council no later than December, 1999 with a strategic plan to address
funding for the arts and reducing the deficit in the Art Center Fund.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman
NOES: Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED AWARD OF A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FOR TRANSIT
ADVERTISING SERVICES RELATED TO THE PLACEMENT OF BUS SHELTERS/BUS
BENCHES WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY -- CULVER ASSOCIATES — APPROVED
BUDGET APPROPRIATION (600.45)
The City Council considered a communication from Deputy City Administrator Bamard; Public
Works Director Beardsley; City Treasurer Friedenrich, and Administrative Services Director
Reekstin, transmitting a proposed ten year term Franchise Agreement for Transit Advertising
Services for the purpose of providing street furniture within the public rights -of -way for members
of the public who use Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) bus services within the
City of Huntington Beach.
Director of Finance Villella, presented a detailed staff report using slides. Administrative
Services Director Reekstin responded to comments and questions presented by Mayor Green.
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo reported on the process and history leading to this item being placed
on the agenda. He spoke regarding why he was challenging the recommended action.
Chris Culver, representing Culver Associates, responded to questions from Mayor Pro Tern
Garofalo relative to certain letters.
Bruce Siedel, Eller Media, responded to Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo's questions.
Councilmember Dettloff presented reasons for her minority report as a member of the Economic
Development Committee. She stated that past performance of maintenance requirements was
not as it should be.
Administrative Services Director Reekstin replied to Councilmember Sullivan's questions
relative to the reasons that the recommendation of the staff is that Culver Associates be
awarded the contract. In response to Councilmember Bauer, City Administrator Silver reported
at length on the reasons he recommended Eller Media as opposed to the staff recommendation
of Culver Associates,
Mr. Culver again addressed Council regarding CEA investment banking firm in connection with
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo's assessment of the firm earlier in the meeting.
A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green to approve the recommended action as follows:
1. That the city enter into a ten-year Franchise Agreement for Transit Advertising Services
with Eller -Media for placement of bus shelters/bus benches within the public right-of-
way.
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and
2. Direct City Staff to negotiate a ten-year Franchise Agreement between the City of Huntington
Beach and Eller -Media and return to City Council for approval on May 3, 1999.
and
3. Authorize an appropriation of $83,620 from the General Fund Unappropriated Fund Balance
into the Public Works Department Budget and direct the City Administrator to increase the
Public Works Department's Table of Organization by one (1) full time Traffic Technician
position ($58,620) and provide for (1) one vehicle ($25,000).
The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Garofalo, Green, Julien
NOES: Bauer, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
A motion was made by Dettloff, second Harman to approve items 1, 2, and 3 as recommended
except the award of franchise be made to Culver Associates as follows:
That the city enter into a ten-year Franchise Agreement for Transit Advertising Services
with Culver Associates for placement of bus shelters/bus benches within the public
right-of-way.
and
2. Direct City Staff to negotiate a ten-year Franchise Agreement between the City of Huntington
Beach and Culver Associates and return to City Council for approval on May 3, 1999.
and
3. Authorize an appropriation of $83,620 from the General Fund Unappropriated Fund Balance
into the Public Works Department Budget and direct the City Administrator to increase the
Public Works Department's Table of Organization by one (1) full time Traffic Technician
position ($58,620) and provide for (1) one vehicle ($25,000).
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: Green
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3416 — INCREASE IN
ANNUAL ASSESSMENT — HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTO DEALERS BUSINESS
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (540.10) —Adopted Ordinance No. 3416 —An Ordinance of the
City of Huntington Beach Approving an Increase in the Assessment for Fiscal Year 1998-99 to
Fund Improvements within the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers' Business Improvement District."
(Public hearing & introduction of Ordinance No. 3415 approved on April 5, 1999).
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A motion was made by Green, second Garofalo to approve the adoption of Ordinance No.
3416 after City Clerk reads by title. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) APPROVED INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3418 AS AMENDED
AMENDING HBMC 2.34.060 RELATING TO TERMS OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY PLANNING
COMMISSION — (640,10) —
The City Council considered Ordinance No. 3418 - "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington
Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amending Section 2.34.060 Thereof
Relating to Terms of Members of the City Planning Commission"
Councilmember Harman informed staff of a typographical error on Page G-2A.3 the word should
be Commissioner rather than Commission
A motion was made by Harman, second Julien to approve introduction of Ordinance No. 3418 as
amended by changing 90 days to 30 days and changing the word Commission to Commissioner
and following reading by title by the City Clerk approved introduction of Ordinance 3418. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Julien, Bauer, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
(CITY COUNCIL) CONTINUED INTRODUCTION TO MAY 3, 1999 OF ORDINANCE NO. 3420
AMENDING HBMC CHAPTER 1.12 PERTAINING TO CITY HALL (640.10) —
A motion way made by Harman, second Green to continue considerations of Ordinance 3420
to May 3, 1999 Council meeting "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Chapter 1.12 of the Huntington Beach Municipal code Pertaining to City Hall Location."
The motion carried unanimously.
(CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF HUNTINGTON CENTER (460,30)
Councilmember Bauer announced that he was removing his communication requesting
proposals for the development of Huntington Center from the agenda.
(CITY COUNCIL) MOTION FAILED TO INITIATE GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT ON PROPERTY AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF
BEACH BOULEVARD AND ATLANTA AVENUE (440.50)
The City Council considered a communication from Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo requesting that the
City Council support a motion to direct staff to initiate a General Plan and Zoning Map
Amendment RH (Residential High Density) on property located at the northeast corner of the
intersection of Beach Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue.
Mayor Pro Tem Garofalo presented reasons why he had placed this item on the agenda.
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A motion was made by Garofalo, second Green to direct staff to initiate a General Plan and
Zoning Map Amendment to RH (Residential High Density) to permit a maximum density of over
30 dwelling units per acre on property located at the northeast corner of the intersection of
Beach Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue. The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Julien Garofalo, Green
NOES: Bauer, Dettloff, Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(CITY COUNCIL) ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT TO FINANCE BOARD — PAUL
HEROLD TO FILL VANCANCY CREATED BY RESIGNATION OF FLOYD "BUD" BELSITO
(110.20)
Mayor Pro Tern Garofalo announced the appointment of Paul Herold to the Finance Board. Mr.
Herold fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Floyd "Bud" Belsito.
ADJOURNMENT - CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPM ENT AGENCY
A motion was made to adjourn the regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to Monday, May 3, 1999 at 5:00 p.m. in Room B-8, Civic
Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
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City Cle and ex-officio Clerk of Ce City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach
and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Huntington Beach, California
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