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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-03-20Minutes CounciURDA Meeting City Council/Redevelopment Agency City of Huntington Beach Monday, March 20, 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. Call to Order Mayor Sullivan called the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 4:04 p.m. in Room B-8. City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call Present: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hansen, and Cook. Absent: Bohr, and Hardy. Councilmember Hardy and Councilmember Bohr had requested permission to be absent pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54. The City Clerk Announced No Late Communications Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced no Late Communications regarding Study Session or Closed Session items were received by her office following distribution of the agenda packet. No Public Comments (City Council) Study Session Held - Presentation of Preliminary Feasibility Report Given by Architects LPA, Inc. on Building a New Huntington Beach Senior Center (225.10) Community Services Director Jim Engle introduced Robert Dettloff, President of the Council on Aging (COA), Ralph Bauer, Chair of the COA, and City of Huntington Beach Recreation Superintendent Janeen Laudenback. Mr. Dettloff stated the COA has a commitment to pursue a new Senior Center, and has offered to donate $50,000 towards the cause. Superintendent Laudenback introduced the consultants, Wendy Rogers of LPA, Inc. and Laura Livingston of TSMG, Inc. The consultants gave a PowerPoint report that included information pertaining to needs assessment, space recommendations, site analysis, and a financial analysis. March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 2 of 8 Mayor Pro Tern Coerper made inquiries regarding in-house medical facilities and the source of the statistics provided in the report. The consultants replied that medical services would be available at the Center, and that the statistics were received from the County. Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff, and consultants pertaining to square footage determinations, contingency and escalation of construction costs, revenues realized by the Senior Centers located in other cities, and rental revenues received by the library. Councilmember Cook inquired about discounts requested by residents for rental rooms and the resulting impact on revenues. She suggested staff investigate other sources of revenue generation, such as a restaurant. She also asked Council to keep in mind the cost of debt services when considering the project. Chair Bauer concluded the presentation and spoke of changing demographics in the City, the age of the current Senior Center, and the need for a new center. He stressed the importance of social activities for seniors, and affirmed the COA's willingness to work with Council to realize the goal of a new Senior Center, including fundraising or pursuing a Measure C initiative. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper inquired about the timeline for approval of the project, if the proposed site would affect existing uses at Central Park, and if Federal grants are possible. Director Engle responded, stating that current uses of the park would not be affected by the project. He spoke regarding Federal grants and lobbyist's efforts, and explained the next step is for staff to return to Council in thirty to sixty days asking Council to designate a site. Later steps would include work on the Conditional Use Permit (CUP), the preliminary design, a timeline for Measure C, and funding opportunities. Councilmember Cook asked staff to report back on the projected revenue from the library in 1989 and projected interest rate/debt service for the Sports Complex. She stated her opinion that the first two site choices are the most problematic, and asked from which department the debt service would be paid. Director Engle replied, stating the expense would be non -departmental and still to be determined. Staff inquired about the number of potential sites on which Council would prefer further information. Councilmember Green stated her preference for the two sites in Central Park, and then the Transfer Station. Councilmember Hansen asked to receive information pertaining to the methodology used on the scoring the potential sites. Staff agreed to provide this information to Council. Councilmember Cook suggested polling citizens on potential sites and on the expense prior to moving forward. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper stated his support for the project. Mayor Sullivan stated his support for the project and his preference for a site near the center of the City, such as site 1. The Mayor thanked the COA for their efforts. Motion to Recess to Closed Session - Approved A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to recess to Closed Session on the following items. The motion carried by the consensus of all present, Bohr and Hardy absent. March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 3 of 8 (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 Director; Renee Mayne, Chief Negotiator; 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) Reconvened City CounciURedevelopment Agency Meeting - 6:26 p.m City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call Present: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hansen, and Cook. Absent: Bohr, and Hardy. Councilmember Hardy and Councilmember Bohr had requested permission to be absent pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54. The City Clerk Announced Late Communications Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced Late Communications regarding agenda items that had been received by her office following distribution of the agenda packet: Correction from the City Clerk of a text error correcting Page 3, paragraph 9 of the February 21, 2006 City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting minutes by replacing the words "Study Session or Closed Session" with the word "agenda." The Following Communications Were Submitted During the Meeting: Communications submitted by Robert Dettloff including a PowerPoint Report dated March 20, 2006 and titled Huntington Beach Council On Aging and a roster dated March 14, 2006 titled Huntington Beach Council on Aging Roster. Pledge of Allegiance/Flag Salute - Led by two members of Girl Scout Troop No. 1940. Special recognition was given to Lauren Gifford and Jenna Thormodsgaard for their efforts in collecting items of need for the Marines in the 3rd Battalion, 1 st Marines. The girls contacted the battalion to find out what the Marines needed, then set out to collect items from other students at Dwyer Middle School, and then presented the boxes to the Battalion. Invocation - Led by Reverend Robert L. Jabro, Heritage Memorial Services. Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan presented a proclamation in honor of National Women's History Month, to Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force Member Karen Jackie. Ms. Jackie recognized several local women she said were involved with the development of the City. (160.40) March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 4 of 8 Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan recognized Gregg Resnikoff, the owner of Beach Wire & Cable in celebration of 25 years of operating a successful business in Huntington Beach. Wayne Rushett accepted the commendation on behalf of Mr. Resnikoff. (160.40) Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan introduced and presented proclamations to Miss Huntington Beach Summer Dawn Maue and her court: Denise Willian, First Runner-up and Caitlyn Becker, Second Runner-up. June Dugmore, with the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Women in Action accompanied this year's winners of the scholarship pageant. (160.40) Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan recognized Chanda Gunn who recently competed with the United States Olympic Hockey Team as goalie. The team won a Bronze medal in the 2006 Olympics. Chanda is a Huntington Beach resident and her parents own Surf City Skate Zone. (160.40) Mayor's Award - Mayor Dave Sullivan was joined by Police Chief Ken Small to present the Mayor's Award to Sergeant Tom Arnold who has headed the City's police helicopter program for many years. Sergeant Arnold began his law enforcement career in 1973 and plans to retire within weeks. Chief Small honored Sergeant Arnold for his integrity and pride in the Department. (160.40) Public Comments Doug Turner, resident since 1958, reminisced about the period of time when his father drove a tram in the downtown area. He asked Council to reinstate a venue such as the Golden Bear Nightclub and listed numerous musical acts that had performed there. Mr. Turner advised he has started a petition, and that he would be present at the Pier on weekends from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those who would like to sign it. Gary Sahagen, Chairman of the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum, stated the museum was formed over 20 years ago and is staffed with volunteers. He thanked Council for their support in opposing SCR 69 (Morrow), which, if enacted, would declare Oceanside's surfing museum as the official California Surf Museum. Steve Stafford stated that problems have worsened in his former neighborhood. He alleged permits were missing signatures and stated conditions are deteriorating at his friend's house. Mr. Stafford suggested the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) be revoked for the development. (City Council) - Robert Dettloff Gave a Report on the History of the Council on Aging (590.40) Robert Dettloff, President of the Council on Aging (COA), gave a PowerPoint report describing the history of the COA, which was formed in 1973 and is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation. March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 5 of 8 (City Council) Reviewed and Accepted Shari Freidenrich, City Treasurer's January 2006 Investment Summary Report Titled City of Huntington Beach Summary of City Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and Deferred Compensation Activity for January 2006 (310.20) The City Council considered a communication from City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich transmitting the Monthly Investment Report for January 2006. City Treasurer Freidenrich gave a PowerPoint presentation titled January Treasurer's Report, which was included in the agenda packet. A motion was made by Coerper, second Green to review and accept the Monthly Investment Report Summary of Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and Deferred Compensation Activity for January 2006, 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: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Bohr, Hardy and Cook (Councilmember Cook was out of the room at the time of the vote.) Consent Calendar - Items Removed for Separate Discussion (City Council) The Garfield/Delaware Intersection Widening Project Relocation Plan and Relocation Grievance Procedures and Authorize Plan Expenditures not to Exceed $44,000. 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: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None ABSENT: Bohr, and Hardy (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved and Adopted Minutes as Amended (120.65) - Approved and adopted the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of February 21, 2006 as amended by Late Communication to correct a text error on Page 3 and City Council/Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 27, 2006 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the City Clerk. (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved the Advances/Reimbursement Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Makar Properties, LLC for Costs Incurred in the Formation of a Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2006- 1 for Pacific City (600.10) 1) Approved the Advances/Reimbursement Agreement, City of Huntington Beach Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Pacific City) between the City of Huntington Beach and Makar Properties, LLC for the expenses relating to the formation of a Community Facilities District for Pacific City; and 2) Authorized the March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 6 of 8 deposit of $95,595 from Makar Properties, LLC into the City's General Fund with an equal offsetting appropriation. Any unspent deposit funds to be refunded to Makar Properties, LLC after the termination of the consultant's contracts. Submitted by the Economic Development Director. Funding Source: General Fund Unappropriated Fund Balance. An equal amount of revenue will be paid from Makar to the City. In essence there will not be an impact on the General Fund. (City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-11 Finding and Declaring Weeds and Rubbish on Specific Properties to be a Public Nuisance and Fixing the City Council Meeting of May 1, 2006 as the Administrative Public Hearing Date for Protests and Objections to the Abatement Thereof (520.80) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-11 "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Finding And Declaring That Certain Weeds Growing In The City, And Rubbish And Refuse Deposited on Public Ways and Private Property Are A Public Nuisance; And Fixing The Time For Hearing Protests And Objections To The Abatement Thereof." Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding Source: No funds are required at this time. (City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-12 Revising the Conflict of Interest Code Pertaining to Designated Employees and Officials (630.60) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-12, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Its Conflict of Interest Code." Submitted by the City Attorney. Funding Source: None. (City Council) Approved a Three -Year Contract with Cash and Associates for Architectural Services on an As -Needed Basis to Assist Public Works Staff in the Design and Construction of Capital Projects (600.10) Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a professional service contract with Cash and Associates for on -call architectural services for an amount not to exceed $1 million. Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding Source: Funds are available within budgeted capital improvement projects. Additional Council authorization will be requested for unbudgeted projects, if necessary. (City Council) Approved a Ten -Year License Agreement With Bella Terra Associates, LLC for a Police Substation Located at 7777 Edinger Avenue, Suite D- 135 (600.10) 1) Approved the lease agreement by and between the City of Huntington Beach and Bella Terra Associates, LLC for the use of real property located at 7777 Edinger Avenue, Suite D-135 for use by the Police Department for the Bella Terra Substation ; and 2) Authorized execution of the lease agreement by the Mayor and City Clerk. Submitted by the Chief of Police and Economic Development Director. Funding Source: Not Applicable. (City Council) Approved the Garfield/Delaware Intersection Widening Project Relocation Plan and Relocation Grievance Procedures and Authorized Plan Expenditures not to Exceed $44,000 (430.30) The City Council considered a communication from the Economic Development Director and the Public Works Director transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The Garfield/Delaware Intersection Widening Project Relocation Plan is submitted for approval. Because this right-of-way project will trigger the relocation of residents, California Relocation Guidelines require the City to approve such a Relocation Plan. March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 7 of 8 Included with the Relocation Plan is a procedure for acceptance of any grievances filed by relocatees during the relocation process. Funding Source: The total cost for relocation related payments for the relocation plan is estimated at $44,000 and is available from the Traffic Impact Fund, Account No. 20690001.82100. Councilmember Hansen requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent Calendar to ask for clarification on the methods used to purchase the property from the property owner. Economic Development Director Stanley Smalewitz reported, stating eminent domain was not used. A motion was made by Hansen, second Coerper to 1) Approve the Garfield/Delaware Intersection Widening Project Relocation Plan; and 2) Approve the Relocation Grievance Procedures for the City of Huntington Beach; and 3) Authorize expenditures as described in the plan for relocation related payments in an amount not to exceed $44,000. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None ABSENT: Bohr, and Hardy (City Council) Approved a City Council Position on Legislation Pending Before the Federal, State, or Regional Governments as Recommended by the City Council Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC) (640.90) The City Council considered a communication from Jill Hardy, Chair, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, on behalf of members, Mayor Pro Tem Gil Coerper and Councilmember Don Hansen transmitting the following Statement of Issue: Approve a City Council position as recommended by the City Council Intergovernmental Relations Committee on legislation pending before a federal, state, or regional government, and authorize the Mayor to communicate the City's position to the elected members of the federal or state legislature, or regional body. A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to OPPOSE - SCR 69 (MORROW) A resolution of the California Senate declaring Oceanside's California Surfing Museum as the official surfing museum of California. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None ABSENT: Bohr, and Hardy (City Council) Councilmember Green Reported on Luncheon to Honor Captain Todd Schmidt (120.85) Councilmember Cathy Green reported on a luncheon she attended along with Mayor Pro Tern Coerper to honor Captain Todd Schmidt for his efforts with Operation Green Seed, an organization that provides school supplies in Afghanistan. March 20, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes - Page 8 of 8 (City Council) Mayor Pro Tern Coerper Gave an Update on the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment (120.85) Mayor Pro Tern Gil Coerper gave an update on the "3/1," stating one group of Marines has returned from Iraq and additional groups will return on March 29, 2006 and April 1, 2006. He asked citizens to support all of the Marines. He also announced his son has returned from Iraq, and will be reassigned to Louisiana as a trainer. (City Council) Mayor Sullivan Spoke Regarding the SCAG Energy Conference (120.85) Mayor Dave Sullivan stated he had attended an energy conference two weeks ago held by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) in Los Angeles. He gave accolades to Councilmember Cook for her efforts in organizing the conference and her involvement in other regional issues. Adjournment - City Council/Redevelopment Agency Mayor Sullivan adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach at 7:18 p.m. to Monday, April 3, 2006, at 4:00 p.m., in Room B-8 Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: City C4# and ex-officio Clerk OFthe City Counci of the City of Huntington Beach and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach, California City Cierk-CI Mayor -Chair