HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-02-21February 21, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 1 of 15
Minutes
Council/RDA Meeting
City Council/Redevelopment Agency
City of Huntington Beach
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
4:00 P.M. - Room B-8
6:00 P.M. - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
An audiotape of the 4:00 p.m. portion of this meeting
and a videotape of the 6:00 p.m. portion of this meeting
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
The 4:00 p.m. portion of the meeting was recessed by Deputy City Clerk Kelly Mandic to
4:30 p.m. in room B-8 due to a lack of quorum_
Call to Order
Mayor Sullivan called the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Huntington Beach to order at 4:33 p.m. in Room B-8.
Present: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook.
Absent: None_
The City Clerk Announced Late Communications
Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced Late
Communications regarding Study Session or Closed Session items received by her
office following distribution of the agenda packet.
Communication submitted by Public Works Utility Department, undated and untitled,
which includes five slides added to the PowerPoint presentation titled Water Master Plan
Update - February 21, 2006_
No Public Comments Regarding the 4:00 P.M. Portion of the Meeting
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Study Session Held - Presentation Given by
the Department of Public Works Regarding The Water Master Plan Update
(1000.50)
Public Works Director Robert F. Beardsley introduced Principal Civil Engineer Duncan
Lee and Utilities Manager Howard Johnson who he stated would present the
topic. Engineer Lee gave a PowerPoint report titled Water Master Plan Update -
February 21, 2006, which was included in the agenda packet and updated with five
additional slides via a Late Communication. The report conveyed an overview of the
Water Master Plan Update document describing historical production and consumption,
supply, storage, distribution, capital facilities finance plan, and water rate structures.
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Councilmember Cook inquired about excess water used by the City's infrastructure, and
Manager Johnson replied approximately 6%. Manager Johnson spoke regarding the
Water Rate Study, describing three options: conservation -based tiered rates,
conservation -based seasonal rates, and uniform rates (the current structure).
He enumerated advantages and disadvantages of each type of rate structure.
Councilmember Hardy inquired about additional staff required to implement a tiered rate
structure, and Manager Johnson reported perhaps fifteen individuals added to staff to
develop the system, five or six additional individuals added to full time staff long-term.
He recommended a water fund reserve policy be formally established.
Director Beardsley described the next steps after this meeting: adopt the Master Plan
Update in Spring 2006; develop a rate structure in Spring -Summer 2006; and to hold the
public hearing and adopt the revised rate ordinance in Summer 2006.
Councilmember Green inquired about conservation and single-family homes. Manager
Johnson reported conservation success with this type of customer, stating that the
usage is generally well below the County average. She asked if the tiered rate structure
would save money, considering the added staff and changes to the billing structure.
Manager Johnson responded, stating there is no definitive answer. She voiced
concerns with seasonal rate increases in relation to children and increased water use in
the summertime. Director Beardsley stated he would forward a sampling of single-family
residence bills to the Councilmembers for their review.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked if water rates would increase, and Director Beardsley
reported possibly, and that the public would be informed by public hearing.
Councilmember Hardy voiced support for allocation -based rate structures such as that
used by the Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD), stating her opinion that this type of
structure is the most fair and the most conservation inducing.
Councilmember Hansen asked if staff could project the amount of water conservation
savings realized by tiered rate structures. Manager Johnson agreed to work with
consultants to gather the information requested and report back to Council.
Councilmember Cook stated her support for allocation -based rate structures and for
revising the Landscape Code. Mayor Sullivan suggested the Utilities' Department
continue discussions with IRWD and schedule an additional Study Session to present
any new information. City Attorney Jennifer McGrath stated tiered or allocation -based
rate structures are acceptable for the City, and that more research is necessary after
receiving Council guidance. Councilmember Hansen asked about timelines for approval
and Director Beardsley reported that an automatic rate increase is in place if the timeline
is delayed.
Motion to Recess to Closed Session - Approved
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to recess to Closed Session on the
following items. The motion carried by the consensus of all present, none absent.
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(City Council) Closed Session - Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to
meet with its designated representatives: Agency Negotiators: Penelope Culbreth-Graft,
City Administrator; Bob Hall, Deputy City Administrator; Dan Villella, Finance Officer; and
Irma Youssefieh, Human Resources Manager regarding labor relations matters - meet
and confer with the following employee organizations: MEO, MEA, PMA, FMA,
HBPOA, HBFA, MSOA, SCLEA, and Non -Associated. Subject: Labor Relations -
Meet and Confer. (120.80)
(City Council) Closed Session - Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 to
consider personnel matters. Subject: Appointment of Finance Director (120.80)
(City Council) Closed Session - 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 Serena King, Individually, and
as Guardian Ad Litem for her minor children, Anthony Michael Pegnatori and
Keriann King, vs. City of Huntington Beach, et al., OCSC Case No. 03CC07408.
Subject: Serena King, Individually, and as Guardian Ad Litem for her minor
children, Anthony Michael Pegnatori and Keriann King, vs. City of Huntington
Beach, et al; OCSC Case No. 03CC07408. (120.80)
Reconvened City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 6:03 p.m.
Present: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook.
Absent: None.
Pledge of Allegiance/Flag Salute - Led by Cub Scout Pack 463 from Carden Academy
in Huntington Beach.
Invocation - Led by Mayor Dave Sullivan
The City Clerk Announced Late Communications
Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced the
following Late Communications regarding Study Session or Closed Session agenda
items received by her office following distribution of the agenda packet:
Communication submitted by Norm Westwell dated February 20, 2006 titled
Communication for Item G-2a urging the Council to oppose approval of agenda item G-
2a, Ordinance No. 3731 (Moratorium on Demolition Permits for the Wesley Park Area).
Communication submitted by Penelope Culbreth-Graft, City Administrator dated
February 17, 2006 titled Approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 05-03 for the Crossings
Specific Plan (Bella Terra) - Request for Council Action (Staff Report w/Attachments) -
Introduction and Subsequent Approval of Ordinance No. 3728, An Ordinance of the City
of Huntington Beach Amending Specific Plan 93 (The Crossings At Huntington Beach
Specific Plan) by Adding City Council Notification and Appeal Language to Sections 2.0 -
Administration, 2.3 - Site Plan Review and 2.4 - Parcel Maps (Zoning Text Amendment
No. 05-03)
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Communication submitted by Public Works Utility Department, undated and untitled,
which includes five slides added to the PowerPoint presentation titled Water Master Plan
Update - February 21, 2006.
The Following Communications Were Submitted During the Meeting:
Communication submitted by Gerald Chapman, undated and untitled, which includes
copies of photos illustrating block walls in various parts of the City.
Communications submitted by Robert Valeski dated February 13, 2006 and titled Public
Improvements -Brush Drive and undated, titled Statement of Facts, which is a petition
with six signatures_
Communication submitted by Nancy Donavan, undated, titled Full Page Chevron
Advertisement in Los Angeles Times, September 20, 2005.
PowerPoint report submitted by Nuuana Robinson, undated, titled Huntington Beach
Historical District Proposal.
(City Council) Deferred to March 6, 2006 - Introduction of Ordinance No. 3728
Amending Specific Plan No. 13 - The Crossings at Huntington Beach (Bella Terra)
by Adding City Council Notification and Appeal Language to Sections 2.0
(Administration), 2.3 (Site Plan Review), and 2.4 (Parcel Maps) and Adding a Legal
Description and Limit the Application of the Amendment to the Montgomery
Ward's Parcel (Phase 2) - (Zoning Text Amendment No. 05-03) (450.30)
Mayor Sullivan announced this agenda item would be deferred to March 6, 2006 at the
request of the City Administrator_
Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan called on Human Relations Task Force Chair Alan
Chancellor to present the Affirmation of the Declaration of Policy on Human Dignity in
celebration of the Tenth Anniversary of the Huntington Beach Human Relations Task
Force. The Affirmation was signed by all City Council Members to demonstrate their
commitment to the mission of the Human Relations Task Force of "promoting and
celebrating diversity in the community through educations and understanding." (160.40)
Mr. Chancellor recognized Mayor Sullivan, Ralph Bauer, Shirley Dettloff, Fred
Provencher, Mary Urashima, and Council Liaisons Councilmember Cook and Mayor Pro
Tern Coerper. He announced a panel on diversity in our community would be held at 7
p.m. February 23, 2006 in the Council Chambers.
Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan called on Public Works Director Robert Beardsley
and presented him with a proclamation for National Engineer's Week. (160.40)
Director Beardsley announced Principal Environmental Engineer Geraldine Lucas was
awarded the "2005 Government Engineer of Merit" from the Orange County Chapter of
the American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Mayor's Award - Mayor Dave Sullivan was joined by City Administrator Penny Culbreth-
Graft to present the Mayor's Award to Patti Fogarty, Executive Assistant for the City
Administrator. (160.40)
Administrator Culbreth-Graft recognized Patti for her exceptional administrative and
interpersonal skills. She noted that Patti became a City employee in 1971 and has been
an Executive Assistant for ten different City Administrators. Mayor Sullivan stated his
appreciation for her services on behalf of Councilmembers.
Public Comments
Doug Turner spoke regarding his experiences growing up in Huntington Beach,
especially in regards to attending entertainment events, and asked why the City does not
currently have a venue similar to the Golden Bear Nightclub that was closed in the late
1980's.
Gerald Chapman spoke regarding block walls and the City's design guidelines. He
referred to a Late Communication he had submitted earlier to Council and stated
concerns with specific block walls. Mr. Chapman asked the City Council why the County
is not required to adhere to the City's design guidelines.
Barbara Sullivan spoke in support of the proposed demolition permit moratorium in the
Wesley Park area. She read from an article she stated appeared in the Los
Angeles Times that addressed historical structures. Ms. Sullivan urged Council to
approve the moratorium.
Brian Sullivan spoke in support of the proposed demolition permit moratorium and
asked Council to approve it.
Dave Shenkman invited Council to the 10th Annual Kite Festival being held on March
4th and 5th near the Pier. He also thanked Community Services Director Jim Engle and
Marine Safety Division Chief Kyle Lindo for their assistance with the event.
Robert Valeski, Brush Drive resident, stated there are new findings regarding the Brush
Drive reconstruction project. He distributed two handouts and asserted some residents
have asked to have their names removed from the Save The Trees petition. Mr. Valeski
noted the petition now represents only approximately 42% of the residents, and urged
Council to revisit the issue.
Nuuana Robinson, affiliated with Wesley Park residents, urged Council to approve the
proposed moratorium on demolition permits in Wesley Park. She gave a PowerPoint
report illustrating the condition of the neighborhood and negative changes that could
occur in the absence of an overlay district.
Nancy Donovan thanked Council for reaffirming the Declaration of Human Dignity. She
spoke regarding a Los Angeles Times advertisement from September 2005 placed by
the Chevron Corporation. Ms. Donovan submitted a communication stating her
opposition to approving a desalination plant in Huntington Beach at this time, and urged
Council to hold out for a more advanced facility.
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Tim Geddes, southeast resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed Poseidon
Desalination Plant. He listed his qualifications to speak on the matter, and asked
Council to deny the project.
(City Clerk) Mayor Sullivan Requested Staff Place a Hold on Brush Drive Work in
Light of Tonight's Public Speaker Comments (120.90)
Mayor Sullivan requested staff place a hold on Brush Drive work at this time. City
Administrator Culbreth-Graft and Public Works Director Beardsley reported the work can
be placed on hold pending further Council direction. Councilmember Hansen stated he
would consider bringing the item back to Council for discussion at a later date.
(City Council) Mayor Pro Tern Coerper and Councilmember Green Reported on
Measure M. (120.20)
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper reported on Measure M as the Council liaison to the
subcommittee. He described the purpose of the subcommittee, the draft plan, and
asked the public to give their input on the plan. He encouraged attendance at a
community workshop schedule for February 22, 2006, 5:00-7:00 p.m., in Room B-8. He
announced further information could be obtained online at www.00TA.net.
Councilmember Green reported on the funds used in Huntington Beach for arterial street
improvements and encouraged citizens to vote in favor of the Measure M tax renewal
this fall_ Mayor Pro Tern Coerper thanked the City Administrator and staff for their
assistance.
(City Council) Public Hearing Held - Approved the Proposed Amendment to the
City's Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Consolidated Plan for Submittal to
the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Use of
$400,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Unprogrammed Funds
for Design and Construction of the Michael Drive Storm Drain (340.70)
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following:
The City is required to hold a public hearing and amend its Consolidated Plan as
submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) when a
significant change to the Plan is being considered. The Citizens Participation Advisory
Board (CPAB) recommends use of $400,000 in Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Unprogrammed funds for design and construction of the Michael Drive Storm
Drain Project.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
Economic Development Director Stanley Smalewitz gave a PowerPoint report. Mayor
Sullivan asked for clarification on the impact approval of this item will have on money set
aside for social programs. Director Smalewitz explained that there would be no impact.
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open.
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The City Clerk announced no Late Communications were received by her office
pertaining to this agenda item.
There being no persons present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed,
either written or oral, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Bohr to approve an amendment to the
Consolidated Plan by appropriating $400,000 of Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Unprogrammed Funds for the Michael Drive Storm Drain Project. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, and Hansen
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cook (Councilmember Cook was out of the room at the time of the vote.)
(City Council) Public Hearing Held - Adopted Resolution No. 2006-8 to Extend the
Expiration Date to December 2009 of the Beach Boulevard Underground Utility
District No. 00-01 (Beach Boulevard between Yorktown Avenue and Pacific Coast
Highway). (350.20)
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following:
A resolution is required to extend the deadline to complete the underground utility
district, within the public right-of-way, along Beach Boulevard between Yorktown Avenue
and Pacific Coast Highway.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
Principal Civil Engineer Terri Elliot gave an oral report.
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk announced no Late Communications were received by her office
pertaining to this agenda item.
There being no persons present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed,
either written or oral, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed.
A motion was made by Green, second Hardy to adopt City Council Resolution No. 2006-
8 - "A Resolution of the City Council of The City of Huntington Beach Amending The
Beach Boulevard Underground Utility District No. 00-01." The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
February 21, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 8 of 15
Consent Calendar - Items Removed for Separate Discussion
(City Council) Promotional Agreement With Pam Free and Toni Groat, dba Pier Plaza
Art A-Faire, to Operate the Downtown Arts and Crafts Fair at Pier Plaza.
(City Council) 2006 Action Plan of the Community Services Department Project Self -
Sufficiency Program.
Consent Calendar - Items Approved
A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to approve the following Consent
Calendar items, as recommended. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
Councilmember Bohr abstained from the January 3, 2006 Regular Meeting minutes.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved and Adopted Minutes (120.65) -
Approved and adopted the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular
Meeting of January 3, 2006 (pulled from the 2/6/06 agenda); City
Council/Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting of January 9, 2006 (pulled
from the 2/6/06 agenda); City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of
January 17, 2006; City Council/Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting of
January 23, 2006 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the
City Clerk_
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Received and Filed City Clerk's Quarterly
Report Listing Professional Services Agreements Filed in the City Clerk's Office
Between October 1, 2005 and December 31, 2005 (100.30) - Received and filed the
List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads Pursuant to
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 3.03 and Submitted to the Office of the City
Clerk During the Period October 1, 2005 to December 31, 2005. Submitted by the City
Clerk. Funding Source: Not Applicable.
(City Council) Accepted Bid and Awarded Construction Contract to West Valley
Construction Company, Inc. for the 42-Inch Water Transmission Main Slip -Lining
Project, CC-1273 (Hampshire Drive, Hallcroft Lane, and Varsity Drive) (600.75) - 1)
Approved plans and specifications; and 2) Accepted the lowest responsive and
responsible bid submitted by West Valley Construction, Inc., in the amount of
$1,770,822.50; and 3) Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction
contract in substantially the same form as the attached sample contract. Submitted by
the Public Works Director. Funding Source: Funds are budgeted in the Water Fund,
Water Main Replacement, Account 50691006.82100. The engineer's cost estimate for
this contract was $1,300,000, however, the bid result was approximately $500,000 over
estimate. With contingency and supplemental expenses, the full project cost will be
approximately $2,040,000. The additional funds are available in the Water Fund.
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(City Council) Accepted Bid and Awarded Construction Contract to All American
Asphalt for the 04/05 Arterial Rehabilitation and Downtown Street Overlay Project -
Phase 2, CC-1223 (600.50) - 1) Approved plans and specifications; and 2) Accepted
the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by All American Asphalt, in the
amount of $2,524,136.60 for the 04/05 Arterial Rehabilitation and Downtown Street
Overlay Project - Phase 2, CC-1223; and 3) Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a construction contract in substantially the same form as the attached sample
contract. Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding Source: Funds for this
project are budgeted through the Gas Tax Fund, Street Improvements Account No.
20790008.82300. The engineer's cost estimate for this construction contract, without
the additive bids, was $1,925,700. The total project cost will be approximately
$2,795,000. Sufficient funds are available in the account to complete the project.
(City Council) Authorized Staff to Renew the City's Subscription to the eCivis
Grants Locator Service Scheduled to Expire in March, 2006 (600.10) - Authorized
staff to renew the City's subscription to the eCivis Grants Locator Service for one
additional year. Submitted by the City Administrator. Funding Source: Funds in the
amount of $23,874 are available in General Fund Account #10030201
(Intergovernmental Relations).
(City Council) Approved Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington
Beach and Dan Villella as Finance Director (600.10) - 1. Approved the appointment
of Dan Villella to the position of Finance Director; and 2. Approved and authorized the
City Administrator to execute the Employment Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and Dan Villella to the position of Finance Director. Submitted by the
Deputy City Administrator. Funding Source: Funds are available for this position in the
current 2005/06 fiscal year budget.
(City Council) Approved Promotional Agreement With Pam Free and Toni Groat,
dba Pier Plaza Art A-Faire, to Operate the Downtown Arts and Crafts Fair at Pier
Plaza (600.10)
The City Council considered a communication from the Economic Development Director
transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The Department of Economic
Development has an approved Conditional Use Permit to operate the weekly Downtown
Arts and Crafts Fair at Pier Plaza. Operating under a monthly Special Permit issued by
the Community Services Department, Pam Free and Toni Groat have been successfully
running this event since 2000. The Promotional Agreement will more substantially
quantify the City's relationship with these two Huntington Beach residents for the
continued operation of the weekly Downtown Arts and Crafts Fair at Pier Plaza. Funding
Source: Not Applicable; Consultant pays monthly fees to the City.
Councilmember Bohr requested this agenda item be removed from the Consent
Calendar to inquire about hours of operation and the Conditional Use Permit. He also
asked if the vendors could be encouraged to remain open later than 5:00 p.m.
Community Services Director Jim Engle reported the hours of operation are designated,
but may vary due to inclement weather. He stated he would make a request to the
organizers for later closing hours. Councilmember Bohr asked if items for sale are
inspected to determine if they are handmade and if the City receives sales tax revenue
from the vendors. Director Engle stated it has been over a year since the last
inspection, and he was unable to comment on the collection of sales tax.
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Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked if vendor locations are monitored and requested the
vendor tents not encroach on the restaurants. Director Engle replied, stating that the
locations are monitored and the Specific Events Coordinator will facilitate enforcement.
A motion was made by Bohr, second Hardy to:
1) Approve Promotional Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Pam
Free and Toni Groat, DBA Pier Plaza Art A-Faire For Promotion and Management of the
Arts and Crafts Fair at Huntington Beach Pier Plaza; and
2) Authorize execution of the Promotional Agreement by the Mayor and City Clerk. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Approved the 2006 Action Plan of the Community Services
Department Project Self -Sufficiency Program (570.50)
The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Community Services
transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The Project Self -Sufficiency Program,
coordinated by the Community Services Department, prepares and updates its Action
Plan annually describing the mission, goals, and objectives of the program for Council
approval.
Councilmember Green requested this agenda item be removed from the Consent
Calendar to report that her name is misspelled in the 2006 Action Plan.
A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to approve the 2006 Action Plan of the
Community Services Department Project Self -Sufficiency Program. The motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3729 Amending Ordinances Nos. 3653 and
3663 By Deleting the Administrative Appeal Procedure, and Permitting Taxpayers to
Directly Appeal to Superior Court Any Denial of Property Tax Refund Claims Filed in
Connection With the Case Entitled Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association v. City of
Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 818780 (630.50)
A motion was made by Green, second Hardy to after the City Clerk read by title, adopt
Ordinance No. 3729 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Ordinance Nos. 3653 and 3663 by Deleting the Administrative Appeal Procedure, and
Permitting Taxpayers to Directly Appeal to Superior Court Any Denial of Property Tax
Refund Claims Filed in Connection With the Case Entitled Howard Jarvis Taxpayers
Association v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No.
818780. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
February 21, 2006 - Council/Agency Minutes - Page 11 of 15
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3726 Amending Specific Plan No. 4 -
Huntington Harbour Bay Club by Adding City Council Notification Language to
Section 3.7 - Specific Plan Amendments (Zoning Text Amendment No. 05-03)
(450.20)
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to after the City Clerk reads by title,
adopt Ordinance No. 3726 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Specific Plan 4 (Huntington Harbour Bay Club Specific Plan) By Adding City Council
Notification Language to Section 3.7 - Specific Plan Amendments (Zoning Text
Amendment No. 05-03.) The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, and Cook
NOES: Hansen
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3727 Amending Specific Plan No. 11
McDonnell Centre Business Park by Adding City Council Notification Language to
Sections 3.0 - Administration, 3.4 - Parcel Maps, and 3.5 - Site Plan Review (Zoning
Text Amendment No. 05-03) (450.20)
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to after the City Clerk reads by title,
adopt Ordinance No. 3727 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Specific Plan 19 (McDonnell Centre Business Park Specific Plan) By Adding City
Council Notification Language to Sections 3.0 - Administration, 3.4 - Parcel Maps, and
3.5 - Site Plan Review (Zoning Text Amendment No. 05-03.) The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, and Cook
NOES: Hansen
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3730 Amending Chapter 230 of the
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Titled Site Standards
(Zoning Text Amendment No. 05-02) (450.20)
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to after the City Clerk reads by title,
adopt Ordinance No. 3730 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Chapter 230 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Titled Site
Standards. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Motion Failed to Approve for Introduction Ordinance No. 3731
Imposing a 45-Day Moratorium on Issuance of Demolition Permits for the Wesley
Park Area (440.70)
A motion was made by Cook, second Hardy to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve
introduction of Ordinance No. 3731 - Interim Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach
Imposing a Moratorium On Demolition Permits For the Wesley Park Area. (Vote to
follow discussion.)
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Councilmember Hansen spoke regarding the community meeting he attended that
addressed this issue. He stated some residents who attended the meeting had
concerns with the overlay and with their ability to alter their properties. He voiced his
opinion that the support for the moratorium is not universal. He advised Council to be
cautious if proceeding with the moratorium, and stated his opposition.
Councilmember Green stated that she also attended the community meeting, and found
most residents agreed regarding third story homes, repairs in alleys, and the method to
"opt out" of the overlay district. She voiced her support for the moratorium and asked if
any demolition permits are pending. Planning Director Howard Zelefsky and Permit and
Plan Check Manager Gerald Caraig reported no demolition permit applications are
pending.
Councilmember Bohr concurred with comments made by Councilmember Hansen and
stated his concern with using a moratorium as part of the process at this time. He stated
he would oppose the Recommended Action. Mayor Pro Tem Coerper stated his
intention not to support the Recommended Action. He asked for more information from
the residents who support and oppose the moratorium. Councilmember Hardy voiced
her support for the moratorium as a temporary step to finding a solution and for the
rights of all residents.
Councilmember Cook voiced her support for the moratorium. Councilmember
Green stated her support for the moratorium, announcing that the area involved is a
small area and the residents are agreeable. Councilmember Hansen addressed
comments made by Councilmember Green, asking Director Zelefsky to clarify the
difficulty of creating overlays that encompass only portions of a neighborhood.
Councilmember Green asked for a member of the public, Nuuana Robinson, to
comment. Ms. Robinson described her impression of the community meeting, petition
requirements, and map boundaries. She stated 82 homes were within the original
overlay, and asked for direction on how to achieve her goals.
Councilmember Hansen emphasized his opposition to forcing limits on the rights of
property owners. Councilmember Bohr voiced concerns with a 45-day limit and
extensions, with the boundaries of the district, and with petition signers.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked if the Maker of motion would consider withdrawing until
further information is obtained. Councilmember Green asked staff about time
required to complete the report. Planning Director Zelefsky reported on public outreach,
development of standards and of boundaries, and Planning Commission review. He
reported a draft report could be created in 45 days, but would not be legally effective.
Council then voted on the original motion. The motion failed by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Green, Hardy, and Cook
NOES: Bohr, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen
February 21, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 13 of 15
(City Council) Approved One -Time Waiving of $3,980 in Fees for the Friends of
Huntington Youth Shelter for the Light A Light of Love Holiday Program and
Holiday Parade (960.20)
The City Council considered a communication from Councilmember Green transmitting
the following Statement of Issue:
Since 1998, the Friends of Huntington Youth Shelter (FHYS) have worked with the city
to decorate the Municipal Pier and part of Main Street during the holiday season with
decorative snowflake lights. The original proposal was for the Friends group to purchase
the lights and the Public Works Department to install, maintain, and take down the
fixtures at no cost.
In 2002, due to the fiscal constraints of the city, FHYS paid half or $2,283 of the lighting -
related costs. In 2003, the city waived all of the lighting -related costs, and the Friends
paid for activities related to the lighting ceremony at Pier Plaza. In 2004, the Friends
were going through restructuring due to the temporary closure of the Youth Shelter, but
still wanted to maintain this holiday tradition for the city. During that year, checks from
donors totaling $2,350 were deposited into a city revenue account to offset the cost,
which was a total of $3,685.
The total city cost relating to the holiday lights, lighting ceremony and parade for 2005 is
$3,980. FHYS is asking the city to waive these city -related fees.
In addition to working with the city, FHYS also collaborated with the Downtown
Huntington Beach Business Association (DBA) to improve the decorations on Main
Street. The DBA purchased 24 pennants and two banners which city crews installed.
The FHYS and DBA are also requesting that the $1,252 in city -related costs for the
installation of these items be waived.
Without the effort of the Friends of Huntington Youth Shelter and the Downtown
Huntington Beach Business Association, the city would have no holiday decorations or
holiday event in the downtown. Because these are the only holiday decorations that the
city displays and since they decorate the city's most famous landmark --the Municipal
Pier --as well as part of Main Street, I strongly believe that the city should cover the city -
related costs for lights, lighting ceremony, and parade for both organizations. This
partnership further promotes the city's goal of becoming a destination attraction.
Councilmember Green gave an oral report.
A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to approve waiving of $3,980 in fees for
the Friends of Huntington Youth Shelter and $1,252 for the Downtown Huntington Beach
Business Association for the City's holiday lights, lighting ceremony, and parade
downtown and on the Pier. (The motion was subsequently replaced by an Alternate
Motion.)
Councilmember Cook voiced her concern about the fundraising required of the 4th of
July Board. She stated her preference that a process for waiving fees is set up to give
equal opportunity to all groups within the City.
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Councilmember Bohr asked why the City doesn't just provide the service directly, without
the Youth Center's involvement. Community Services Director Jim Engle reported on
the recent history of City holiday decorations at the Pier, and the involvement of the
Youth Board.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked if the decorations would become the property of the City,
and Director Engle stated that decorations could be purchased by the City.
Councilmember Cook asked for specifics on the 4th of July Board's shortfall last year.
Director Engle reported on last year's $100,000 plus shortfall. Councilmember Cook
stated her intention to return to Council with an item asking for reimbursement to the 4th
of July Board, if this item is approved tonight.
Councilmember Hardy concurred with the comments made by Councilmember Cook,
and stated her intention to oppose the Recommended Action.
Mayor Sullivan asked for clarification on the expenses specified in the Recommended
Action. Director Engle reported the expenses are all for services provided by Public
Works.
Councilmember Bohr stated his concurrence with comments made by Councilmember
Cook. Councilmember Green reported on the Youth Center's efforts to gain
sponsorships and the struggles it has faced in recent years.
Councilmember Hardy clarified comments she had made earlier and reaffirmed her
support for the Youth Shelter.
An Alternate Motion was made by Hansen, second Bohr to approve waiving one time
the $3,980 in 2005 fees for the Friends of Huntington Youth Shelter for the City's holiday
lights, lighting ceremony, and parade downtown and on the Pier. (Vote to follow.)
Councilmember Cook voiced her support for the Alternate Motion and reiterated her
support for developing a process to consider requests. Councilmember Green stated
her support for the Alternate Motion. Mayor Sullivan asked staff to comment on the 4th
of July Board deficit and the venue used. Director Engle reported, and stated a Study
Session to further address issues is planned for April.
The Alternate Motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen
NOES: Hardy, and Cook
(City Council) Mayor Pro Tern Coerper Reported on Letter Received from Marine
(120.85)
Mayor Pro Tern Gil Coerper reported on a letter from Fireman/Marine George
Shinrock, who thanked the City Council and the City for taking care of his family while he
was away from home to serve his country.
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(City Council) Councilmember Green Congratulated Women from the Huntington
Beach Clinic Circle of Friends (120.85)
Councilmember Cathy Green congratulated Donna Cross, Humanitarian of the Year and
Diane Adams, Corporate Woman of the Year, both members of the Huntington Beach
Clinic Circle of Friends.
Adjournment - City Council/Redevelopment Agency
Mayor Sullivan adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach at 8:37 p.m. to Monday, February 27, 2006 at
6:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, Calif nia.
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