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Council/RDA Meeting
City Council/Redevelopment Agency
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, July 17, 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 meeting of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Huntington Beach to order at 4:01 p.m. in Room B-8.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call
Present: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy (arrived at 4:03 p.m.), Hansen,
and Cook.
Absent: None.
The Senior Deputy City Clerk Announced a Late Communication Pertaining to the
4:00 P.M. Portion of the Meeting
Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, Senior Deputy City Clerk Patricia Albers
announced the following Late Communication regarding the Study Session had been
received by the City Clerk's Office following distribution of the agenda packet:
Communication submitted by Robert F. Beardsley, Director of Public Works, dated July
13, 2006 entitled City Council Agenda July 17, 2006 - Study Session PowerPoint
Presentation.
The Following Additional Late Communications Were Submitted During the
Meeting:
Communications submitted by Robert F. Beardsley dated July 13, 2006 and titled City of
Huntington Beach, Unfunded/Underfunded Infrastructure Needs and City of Huntington
Beach Capital Improvement Program, Draft Fiscal Years 200612007 through 201012011,
Unfunded Requests.
No Public Comments Regarding the 4:00 P.M. Portion of the Council Meeting
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 2 of 18
(City Council) Study Session — A Joint Meeting With Public Works Commission
(PWC) and City Council.
Public Works Commission (PWC) Roll Call
Present: Chair, George Mason, Vice Chair, Michael Siersema, Richard Harlow,
and Richard Hart.
Absent: Charles "Pat" Spencer, Chuck Scheid, and George Rivera.
City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft gave an overview of the topic. PWC Chair
Mason described the purpose of the workshop and began a PowerPoint report titled City
Council and Public Works Commission Joint Study Session, City of Huntington Beach
Infrastructure Needs, which was announced earlier as a Late Communication. Public
Works Director Robert F. Beardsley described preparatory work done prior to
compilation of this report, including an infrastructure tour, and identified issues and
priorities of the Infrastructure Advisory Committee (IAC).
Councilmembers inquired about public and private alley repairs, especially those related
to safety. Director Beardsley described alley repairs as an unfunded project area that
affect quality of life, and are not typically traffic hazards. Councilmember Cook
commented on the increasing cost of asphalt, and Deputy Public Works Director David
Webb confirmed costs have increased 20-40%. Councilmember Green commented on
pavement management conditions and the City's ranking on a recent study. Director
Beardsley then described project priority considerations including reduction of health and
safety concerns, reduction of liability exposure and property damage, compliance with
regulatory agency mandates, enhancement of property values and the local economy,
and improvement to quality of life and reduction of blight.
In response to Council inquiries, Commission Member Harlow commented on project
cost estimates, the substance of the report, and formation of the IAC. He suggested an
approximate $1.3 billion cost for infrastructure needs in the next twenty years, $400-
$500 million of which is unfunded, and described the Commission's recommended
"forward strategy." Chair Mason concluded the PowerPoint report, describing ways the
PWC can assist Council, staff, and the community.
Councilmember Bohr inquired about the raising of fees or a bond issue. Chair Mason
described brochures produced to educate the public. Commission Member Harlow
described other public outreach efforts to remind citizens where funds are spent.
Commission Member Hart suggested any surplus funds be directed towards upgrading
infrastructure, and establishing a priority criteria. Further discussion ensued amongst
Council, staff, and Commission Members pertaining to bond measures, specific projects,
reprioritizing the street repair list, and Measure M funding. Mayor Sullivan thanked the
Commission Member for their work.
Motion to Recess to Closed Session — Approved
A motion was made by Coerper, second Green to recess to Closed Session on the
following item. The motion carried by the consensus of all present, none absent.
(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 Charles Nowotny v. City of
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 3 of 18
Huntington Beach, WCAB Case No. LBO 0294130; Claim Nos. COHB 93-0050 and
COHB 98-0141. Subject: Charles Nowotny v. City of Huntington Beach.
(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, FMA, HBFA, MSOA, SCLEA, and Non -Associated. Subject:
Labor Relations - Meet and Confer.
(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 Shorecliff Mobilehome Park v.
City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 06CC07095.
Subject: Shorecliff Mobilehome Park v. City of Huntington Beach.
(City Council) Closed Session - Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c) to
confer with its 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. Number of Potential Cases: One. Subject:
Potential Litigation. (120.80)
Reconvened City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting — 6:27 p.m.
Present: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook.
Absent: None.
No Actions Taken in Closed Session Which Require a Reporting Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957.1(a) (3) (B).
Pledge of Allegiance/Flag Salute - Led by Councilmember Hardy
Invocation - Led by Mayor Sullivan
Councilmember Cook Announced the Passing of Dick LeGrue, former
Councilmember Connie Boardman's Husband, Requesting the Meeting be
Dedicated to his Memory.
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:
Communication submitted by Robert F. Beardsley, Director of Public Works, dated July
13, 2006 entitled City Council Agenda July 17, 2006 - Study Session
PowerPoint Presentation.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 4 of 18
Communication submitted by Luann Brunson, Senior Administrative Analyst dated July
17, 2006 and titled Revision to Slide #7 Public Hearing D-1.
Communication submitted by Bob Polkow dated July 13, 2006 and titled City Council,
agenda item G1(a), 17 July 2006.
Presentation - Mayor Sullivan called on Ron Shenkman from Rainbow Disposal to
present a check to the City for the sponsorship of the Distance Derby. Recreation and
Human Services Superintendent Janeen Laudenback accepted the check on behalf of
Project Self Sufficiency.
Presentation - Mayor Sullivan called on John Borack from Time Warner who presented
a check to the Project Self Sufficiency Foundation. Foundation President Joyce
Riddell accepted the check.
Presentation - Mayor Sullivan presented commendations to the volunteers on the
Fourth of July Board of Directors: Mary Ellen Cianciabella, Pat Stier, Stacey Newton,
Karen Pederson, and Erik Gomez. Board Members thanked all the volunteers and
staff liaison Naida Osline.
Mayor's Award - Mayor Sullivan called on City Attorney Jennifer McGrath who
presented the Mayor's Award to Investigator Robert "Bobby" Dominguez. Investigator
Dominguez joined the City seven years ago after twenty-five years with the Los Angeles
Police Department. Attorney McGrath shared many positive comments made by his
coworkers.
Public Comments
(The numbers following speakers' comments reflect the approximate point of time in the archived
video the speaker appears, available at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/Government/Agendas/ )
Flossie Horgan voiced her support for a new senior center in the City. She stated
concerns with the proposed location in Central Park and with the proposed ballot
verbiage recommended by staff. Ms. Horgan urged Council to construct more specific
language for the ballot measure. (15:11)
Gerald Chapman voiced his concerns with Council's decision to proceed with a ballot
vote prior to the completion of relevant reports. He suggested the language of the ballot
measure be amended to specify 45,000 square feet in size, $23 million cost, and not an
advisory vote. (17:36)
Craig Sheets announced alleged locations of meth labs, nuclear devices, and chemicals
in the State. (19:21)
Bob Polkow asked Council to review the recreational vehicle ordinance carefully and to
leave unchanged the ordinance that was approved May 1, 2006. (21:35)
Tim Geddes voiced his concerns pertaining to the language proposed by staff for the
senior center ballot measure. He requested Council ensure the public is given all the
facts prior to voting. (23:56)
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 5 of 18
Robert Lupo, thirty -one-year resident of Huntington Shorecliffs and local president of
the Golden State Mobilehome Owners League (GSMOL) voiced concerns with recent
legal challenges made to the City's mobile home park conversion ordinance. He
described water and drainage issues in the Huntington Shorecliffs and asked for a
health, safety and fire inspection of the park. (26:44)
Councilmember Green asked staff to investigate Mr. Lupo's concerns. City
Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft requested Mr. Lupo fill out a blue contact card.
Joe Shaw stated his opposition to the senior center ballot statement as proposed by
staff and asked Council to revise the language to accurately describe the facts of the
project. (30:08)
Don MacAllister voiced his support for the Charter Section 612 (Measure C) action
pertaining to the proposed new senior center and asked Council to stay strong on the
vote made at the last meeting. (31:10)
Roger D. Criswell, City business owner, resident of Huntington Shorecliffs, and
affiliated with the GSMOL, stated his concern that new roads in the area of his residence
have caused drainage problems. He voiced health and safety concerns and asked
Council to have staff inspect the park. (32:11)
Dick Porch, resident of Huntington Shorecliffs, inquired about Caltrans' responsibility for
water and drainage issues in his mobile home park. He suggested Councilmembers
review their records for pictures he had sent to them which illustrate water problems,
health and safety concerns. (33:38)
Robert Dettloff, co-founder of Support our Seniors, stated agreement with the wording
proposed by staff for the ballot measure. He opined that size and cost figures of the proposed
senior center are not final at this point, and would be misleading to the voters. (35:34)
Mark Bixby voiced his concerns about how the proposed ballot measure is being
defined, stating his opinion an advisory vote is not a Section 612 vote. He also stated
opposition to the generality of the numbers stated in the proposed language. (37:41)
(City Council) Reviewed and Accepted City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich's May
2006 Investment Summary Report Titled City of Huntington Beach Summary of
City Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and Deferred Compensation Activity for
May 2006.
The City Council considered a communication from City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich
transmitting the Monthly Investment Report for May 2006.
City Treasurer Freidenrich gave a PowerPoint presentation titled May Treasurer's
Report, which was included in the agenda packet.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Bohr to review and accept the Monthly
Investment Report entitled Summary of Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and
Deferred Compensation Activity for May 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: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 6 of 18
(City Council) Public Hearing Held — Approved the 2006-2007 Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)/HOME Investment Partnership Program/American Dream Downpayment
Initiative (ADDI) as Proposed by the Citizens Participation Advisory Board (CPAB),
as Amended, and Authorized Submittal of the Action Plan to the U. S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following:
The 2006/2007 Action Plan in accordance with the City's Consolidated Plan (CP) as
required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for receipt
of $1,428,837 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and $823,233 in
HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds, and $14,000 in American Dream
Downpayment Initiative (ADDI) funds. The 2006/2007 Action Plan proposes the CDBG,
HOME, and ADDI budgets from October 1, 2006 to September 30, 2007, a twelve-month
period.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
Economic Development Director Stanley Smalewitz introduced Senior Administrative
Analyst Luann Brunson. Analyst Brunson presented a PowerPoint report titled Approval
of 200612007 Action Plan for HUD Entitlement Programs, which was included in the
agenda packet.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper thanked the citizens who served on the CPAB committee and
asked for clarification on the services provided by Feedback Foundation. Analyst
Brunson explained the Foundation provides meals at the Rodgers' Senior Center and to
housebound seniors. City Administrator Culbreth-Graft stated the Foundation has not
been funded by the City in the past, and that staff recommended not adding funding this
year, since CDBG funds have been reduced. Recreation Superintendent Janeen
Laudenback described a potential reduction in service if funding is not adequate. Mayor
Pro Tern Coerper suggested increasing funding to Community Care Health Centers to
$50,000, and asked for clarification on services offered by the Senior Outreach Program.
Superintendent Laudenback described services including transportation, case
management, and meals.
Councilmember Green suggested $50,000 in funding for Community Care Health
Centers, with the shortfall between monetary awards and CDBG funding to be made up
from the General Fund. She stated her support for $5,000 in funding to Feedback
Foundation, and $61,869 in funding to Seniors Outreach, suggesting reserve and
contingency fees be used as funding.
City Administrator Culbreth-Graft clarified funding for Community Care Health Center
should come from CDBG rather than the General Fund. She stated it would be
appropriate to fund Seniors Outreach and Project Self -Sufficiency (PSS) from the
General Fund, if desired by Council. Mayor Sullivan asked for clarification on City
programs funded by CDBG, and Administrator Culbreth-Graft listed Oak View
Library Literacy, Oakview Community Center, Seniors Outreach, and PSS.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 7 of 18
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open.
Prior to announcing the public speakers, the City Clerk restated for the record the
following Late Communication which pertains to this public hearing:
Communication submitted by Luann Brunson, Senior Administrative Analyst dated July
17, 2006 and titled Revision to Slide #7, Public Hearing D-1.
Shirley Dettloff, Chair of Community Care Health Center, thanked Council for its
support and described services provided by the Center, stating over 30,000 patients are
served per year.
Mayor Pro Tem Coerper asked Ms. Dettloff if seniors are also served by the facility.
Ms. Dettloff explained that the Community Care Health Center serves residents of all
ages.
Elizabeth Shatzel, affiliated with Adult Day Services (ADS) of Orange County, thanked
Council for its continued support and announced ADS will be part of a Hoag Hospital
program for patients with Alzheimer's.
Ryan Okita, affiliated with Feedback Foundation, stated the Foundation has serviced
Huntington Beach residents since 1974. He explained funding was formerly provided by
the Federal government, but has recently been reduced. Mr. Okita described the
Foundation's services, stating it provides 75 meals per day for Huntington Beach
seniors, and assists Senior Outreach with delivery of meals to homebound seniors.
Jackie Canigiani, Citizen's Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) Chair and resident,
recognized other CPAB volunteers, staff, and liaison Luann Brunson. She asked
Council to consider a new grantee, Feedback Foundation, despite reduced CDBG
funding overall.
Councilmember Green asked Ms. Canigiani to comment on sources of funding.
Ms. Canigiani stated CPAB would agree with funding from differing accounts, provided
the funding amounts are as recommended.
There being no persons present to speak further on the matter and there being no
further protests filed, either written or oral, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Green to 1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2006/2007
CPAB-recommended Funding Amounts as amended to fund Community Care Health
Center with a total of $50,000 and Seniors Outreach with a total of $61,869; the shortfall
in CDBG funds and total disbursement to be supplemented with money from the General
Fund toward City programs; and Action Plan for the City's 2006/2007 budget, for the
CDBG Program in the amount of $1,428,837 and the HOME Program in the amount of
$773,895 and the American Dream Downpayment Initiative Program in the amount of
$14,083; Authorize the City Administrator to execute the required certifications; AND
2. Authorize submission of the Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development. (Vote to follow)
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 8 of 18
Councilmember Hardy commented on Federal CDBG funding, funding for City services,
and asked about funding from the Second Tier Reserve balance. City Administrator
Culbreth-Graft explained that 3% of revenue is allocated to the Second Tier Reserve,
and stated support for using these funds, if necessary. She clarified an approximate
$31,868 shortfall in funding, with the current recommendations. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper
inquired about any balance remaining in CDGB funds, and Administrator Culbreth-Graft
stated a zero balance.
Councilmember Green suggested reducing CDBG funding by $18,500 from Oak View
Library Literacy and PSS, to be funded by the Second Tier Reserve account. Mayor
Sullivan suggested general direction be given to staff.
Councilmember Hansen stated his concurrence with Councilmember Hardy's comments
made earlier pertaining to City -funded services and caution in budgeting CDBG funding
for staff. Administrator Culbreth-Graft described her concerns with funding these
programs from the General Fund, stating they are vulnerable to reduction in services in
lean revenue years. Councilmember Cook voiced her opposition to funding these
programs from the General Fund, stating she would not support the motion.
Councilmember Hardy commented on the infrastructure and the importance of funding
public safety, stating she would not support funding these programs from the General
Fund.
Councilmember Green asked for clarification on Federal funding amounts from the
previous year. Analyst Brunson explained Federal funding was reduced 11 % from last
year. Mayor Sullivan voiced his support for the motion and asked to clarify the funding is
from the General Fund rather than individual department budgets.
Council then voted on the motion to 1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2006/2007 CPAB-
recommended Funding Amounts as amended to fund Community Care Health Center
with a total of $50,000 and Seniors Outreach with a total of $61,869; the shortfall in
CDBG funds and total disbursement to be supplemented with money from the General
Fund toward City programs; and Action Plan for the City's 2006/2007 budget, for the
CDBG Program in the amount of $1,428,837 and the HOME Program in the amount of
$773,895 and the American Dream Downpayment Initiative Program in the amount of
$14,083; Authorize the City Administrator to execute the required certifications; AND
2. Authorize submission of the Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, and Sullivan
NOES: Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes —.Page 9 of 18
CDBG REVENUE: AMOUNT
CDBG 2006/2007 Entitlement Grant $1,428,837
CPAB-PROPOSED CDBG ACTIVITIES:
Administration , $241,187
Fair Housing Council 44,580
City Gym & Pool Sec. 108 Loan Payment 260,283
Code Enforcement Program 173,831
Street Construction 250,000
Lake View Clubhouse 44,631
Murdy Community Center 50,000
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program— Administration 150,000
Adult Day Services of Orange County
10,000
Community Care Health Centers
as amended 50,000
Community Service Programs
27,000
Feedback Foundation
5,000
Oak View Community Center/Children's Bureau
53,004
Oak View Library Literacy
17,000
Project Self -Sufficiency
20,000
Seniors Outreach Program
as amended 61,869
TOTAL: $1 458, 385
HOME Investment Partnership
In an effort to expand and preserve its existing affordable housing stock, Huntington
Beach has worked with Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) to
acquire multifamily rental properties. These buildings are rehabilitated and then are
made available to persons below 60% of Orange County median income for a minimum
of 30 years. The CHDO must enter into an agreement with the City that outlines all of
the affordability requirements, property maintenance standards, and long-term
monitoring requirements that are required by HOME regulations.
The following activities are proposed for the 2006/2007 HOME program:
HOME REVENUE: AMOUNT
HOME 2006/2007 Entitlement Grant $ 773,895
HOME PROPOSED ACTIVITIES:
Administration 77,389
Acquisition 696,506
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 10 of 18
American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI)
ADDI is designed to assist eligible first-time homebuyers with downpayment and/or
closing costs in purchasing single-family hones. All funds are proposed for direct
assistance.
ADDI REVENUE: AMOUNT
ADDI 2006/2007 Entitlement Grant $ 14,083
The CP sets local policies and priorities for the development of a viable urban
community by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment and expanding
economic opportunities principally for low- and moderate -income persons. The city
intends to extend and strengthen partnerships among all levels of government and the
private sector, including for -profit and non-profit organizations in order to provide for: the
production and operation of affordable housing; a suitable living environment improving
the safety and livability of neighborhoods; assistance to homeless persons and persons
at risk of becoming homeless to obtain appropriate housing, without discrimination on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability; and
expand economic opportunities including job creation and retention.
Consent Calendar — Items Removed for Separate Discussion
The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion:
(City Council) Resolution 2006-40 for Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) for the Years
2006/2007 Through 2012/2013 for Compliance With Measure M and Proposition 111
Requirements.
Consent Calendar — Items Approved
A motion was made by Green, second Hardy to approve the following Consent Calendar
items, as recommended: The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr (abstain on Parking In -Lieu Fee Agreement for Restaurant
Expansion Project at 221 Main Street), Green, Coerper (abstain on June
19, 2006 minutes), Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved and Adopted Minutes - Approved
and adopted the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of
June 5, 2006 and the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of
June 19, 2006 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the City
Clerk.
(City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-41 Informing the Orange County
Transportation Authority (OCTA) that the Circulation Element for the City of
Huntington Beach is in Conformance with the Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(MPAH), Allowing the City to Qualify for Participation in the Combined
Transportation Funding Programs (CTFP) - Adopted Resolution No. 2006-41, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Designating the
Circulation Element for The City of Huntington Beach. Submitted by the Public Works
Director. Funding Source: No funding is required. CTFP funds of approximately five
($5) million dollars have been authorized over the next three years.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 11 of 18
(City Council) Approved Project Specifications and Awarded Contract in the
Amount of $126,200.00 to S. Parker Engineering, Inc. for Construction of Curb
Ramps at Various Locations, MSC-435 - 1) Approved the project specifications; and
2) Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by S. Parker
Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $126,200 for MSC 435; and 3) Authorized the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City
Attorney. Submitted by the Public Works Director and the Economic Development
Director. Funding Source: Funds in the total amount of $110,000 have been designated
for this purpose from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fiscal year
2005/2006 Citywide ADA Ramps, Account No. 86890002.82300. Funds of up to
$28,000 from General Fund, Street Maintenance Account No. 10085412.64620 are
available for contingency and supplemental expenses. The engineer's cost estimate for
this project is $101,500.
(City Council) Approved Lease and Authorized the Director of Public Works to
Enter Into a Lease Agreement With the California State Lands Commission for the
Installation and Maintenance of Traffic Signal Equipment Adjacent to the Bolsa
Chica Interpretative Center Located on Warner Avenue Opposite Fire Station
Number 7, East of Pacific Coast Highway - Approved the lease and authorized the
Director of Public Works to execute Lease Public Resources Code (P.R.C.) No. W
26097, between the City of Huntington Beach and the California State Lands
Commission for the construction and maintenance of traffic signal poles, pull boxes,
conduit and loop detectors in and adjacent to the driveway of the Bolsa Chica
Interpretative Center. Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding Source: The
State Lands Commission will assess no monetary rental for at least the first five years.
(City Council) Approved Contract CP-0501 Between the Orange County Sanitation
District (OCSD) and the City of Huntington Beach for the Fiscal Year 2005/2006
Cooperative Projects Program and Grant Funding Eligibility - Approved and
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Orange County Sanitation District
Cooperative Projects Program Contract No. CP-0501. Submitted by the Public Works
Director. Funding Source: Funds in the amount of $402,306 are available from the
Sewer Service Charge, Account 51189002.82500. Up to $201,153 will be reimbursed
by the District upon completion of the project.
(Redevelopment Agency) Approved the First Amendment to the Commercial
Rehabilitation Program Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) Between the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach and Ben Trainer Allowing
Participant to Enter Into a Parking In -Lieu Fee Agreement for a Restaurant
Expansion Project at 221 Main Street (Aloha Grill) - 1) Approved First Amendment to
the Commercial Rehabilitation Program Owner Participation Agreement between the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach and Ben Trainer and authorized
the Chairman and Agency Clerk to execute the agreement and attachments; and 2)
Appropriated $16,000 from the Unappropriated Redevelopment Agency Capital Projects
fund balance to business unit 30580101 and approved the expenditure of $16,000 to the
In -Lieu Parking Fund. Submitted by the Deputy Executive Director. Funding Source:
Unappropriated Redevelopment Agency Capital Projects Fund Balance.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 12 of 18
(City Council) Approved Project Plans and Specifications and Awarded Contract
in the Amount of $6,118,725.00 to Vadnais Corporation for Construction of New
Gravity Sewer Main Along Warner Avenue, from Pacific Coast Highway to Los
Patos Avenue — CC-1269; Authorized the Director of Public Works to Expend Up
To Fifteen Percent (15%) in Construction Change Orders; and Authorized
Execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Between the City of Huntington
Beach and Sunset Beach Sanitary District (SUNSET) -1) Approved the project plans
and specifications for the Warner Avenue Gravity Sewer, CC-1269; and 2) Accepted the
lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Vadnais Corporation, in the amount
of $6,118,725.00; and 3) Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction
contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and 4) Authorized the Director of
Public Works to expend up to fifteen percent (15%) in construction change orders; and
5) Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement
between the City of Huntington Beach and the Sunset Beach Sanitary District.
Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding Source: Funds are budgeted in the
Sewer Service Fund, 51185201.82600. Funding for this project includes Sewer Service
Charge User Fees and an agreement with SUNSET. SUNSET will reimburse the City's
Sewer Service Fund $80,000 per year over a ten-year period, plus approximately
$300,000 for specific work items. The engineer's cost estimate for this project is
$5,900,000.
(City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-42 Confirming Reports of Cost for
Weed Abatement on Private Property Within the City 2006 Season and Certified a
Special Assessment in the Amount of $13,578.83 to be Charged to the Orange
County Property Tax Roll and Reimbursed to the City's General Fund 1) Adopted
Resolution No. 2006-42, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Confirming Reports of Cost for Weed Abatement on Private Property Within the City
2006 Season and 2) Directed that all charges listed thereon be certified to the Orange
County 2006-2007 Property Tax Roll. Submitted by the Public Works Director. Funding
Source: A special assessment totaling $13,578.83 will be charged to Orange County
property tax roll and reimbursed to the City's General Fund by the County of Orange as
part of the ordinary collection process.
(City Council) Adopted Resolution 2006-40 for Capital Improvement Programs
(CIP) for the Years 2006/2007 Through 2012/2013 for Compliance With Measure M
and Proposition 111 Requirements.
The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Public Works
transmitting the following Statement of Issue: In compliance with Measure M funding
eligibility, the City is required to adopt annually a resolution approving a Seven -Year
Measure M Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Funding Source: No funding is
required for the resolution. Annual Measure M turn back allocation is approximately
$2 million. Grant funds in excess of $5 million have been authorized through 2009/10.
Councilmember Green requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent
Calendar to comment on Measure M funding in excess of $5 million and the turn back
allowance of $2 million.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 13 of 18
A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to adopt Resolution No. 2006-40, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting Capital
Improvement Programs for the Years 200612007 Through 201212013 for Compliance
With Measure M and Proposition 111 Requirements. 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) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-43 Approving Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) Between the City and the Huntington Beach Police
Management Association (PMA) Covering the Period July 1, 2006 through June 30,
2010.
The City Council considered a communication from the Deputy City Administrator
transmitting the following Statement of Issue: Should the City and the Huntington
Beach Police Management Association (PMA) enter into a new Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) covering the period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2010?
Funding Source: Funding is contained in the current Fiscal Year 2005/2006 budget
and funding will be included in the budgets for Fiscal Years 2006/2007, 2007/2008,
2008/2009, and 2009/2010. The cost to implement the PMA MOU in the current Fiscal
Year is $47,637 from July 1 through September 30, 2006; $181,526 in Fiscal Year
2006/2007; $140,592 in Fiscal Year 2007/2008; $168,444 in Fiscal Year 2008/2009;
and, $129,995 from October 1 through June 30, 2010 in Fiscal Year 2009/2010. Total
estimated cost of the Memorandum of Understanding for a four-year term is $668,200.
City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft presented a PowerPoint report titled Proposed
Changes in Terms and Conditions of Employment Between City of Huntington Beach
and the Police Management Association, which was included in the agenda packet.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to adopt Resolution No. 2006-43 - A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving and
Implementing the Memorandum of Understanding Between the Huntington Beach Police
Management Association and the City of Huntington Beach for July 1, 2006 to
June 30, 2010. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Adopted as Amended Resolution No. 2006-44 and as Amended
Resolution No. 2006-45 Setting Priorities for Written Arguments Regarding Charter
Section 612 (Measure C) Ballot Measure and Directing the Preparation of Impartial
Analysis, and Consolidating the Measure with the November 7, 2006 General
Municipal Election.
The City Council considered a communication from the Deputy City Administrator, the
Economic Development Director, and the Community Services Director transmitting the
following Statement of Issue: At the City Council meeting of July 3, 2006, City Council
voted 5 (Sullivan, Coerper, Bohr, Green and Hansen) to 2 (Hardy, Cook) to place a
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 14 of 18
measure on the November 7, 2006, ballot for an advisory vote on building a new Senior
Center on five acres of a 14-acre undeveloped Central Park site (west of Goldenwest at
Talbert, North of the Frisbee Golf Course). Council also voted at that time to approve
making an exception to the minute action of July 11, 1994. Funding Source:
Community Services General Fund Account #10045101.
Deputy City Administrator Paul Emery gave an oral report. Discussion ensued amongst
Council, the City Attorney and staff pertaining to the wording of the resolution and ballot
language. City Attorney McGrath explained the purpose of an advisory vote, and that
another vote would be required to proceed with the project should the ballot measure
fail. Councilmember Bohr inquired about ballot language word limitations, and
suggested the first clause on the staff report does not apply. He also suggested
including language stating the project is North of the golf course and South of Shipley
Nature Center.
Councilmember Hansen asked staff if any of the numbers pertaining to the proposed
senior center are final. Deputy Administrator Emery explained none of the projected
numbers are site specific, and therefore are not final. Councilmember Hansen cautioned
Council about being too specific in the ballot language, stating the numbers are not final,
inaccurate information could trigger another Charter Section 612 vote, and arguments
and rebuttals would be included in the information given to voters.
Councilmember Cook commented on the appropriateness of an advisory vote, and
inquired if Council's action is also advisory. Attorney McGrath replied, stating Council
action is not advisory. Councilmember Cook voiced her intention to oppose the
Recommended Action.
Councilmember Hardy inquired about ballot language pertaining to the actual usage of
the proposed facility, recommended adding ballot language regarding environmental
review of the project, and stated she would not support the Recommended Action.
Councilmember Green inquired about developer fees and estimates for the construction
of the proposed facility. Deputy Administrator Emery explained discussions with the
developer are ongoing. Mayor Sullivan commented on previous discussions held with
the developer where statements were made that a center of the size being considered
could be constructed for $19 million or less. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked if the ballot
language must include specific information about the proposed project. Attorney
McGrath explained that the language provided in the Recommended Action is the
minimum required by law, and that including specifics would limit future plans for the
center.
Councilmember Bohr asked for further clarification from Councilmembers opposed to the
Recommended Action. Councilmember Cook voiced her opinion that the City cannot
afford this project and not enough relevant facts have been discovered. Councilmember
Hardy clarified her position that not enough information is available at this time, including
environmental impacts, building structure, costs, and other projects that would be given
up if the developer fees are not deposited into the park fund_ Councilmember Bohr
stated he would support the Recommended Action, with amendments. He suggested
that the ballot language be revised to include, after the words Talbert Avenue, "North of
the disc golf course and South of Shipley Nature Center."
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 15 of 18
Mayor Sullivan voiced his disagreement with Councilmembers who oppose the
Recommended Action and suggested more specific information be added to the ballot
language.
Councilmember Green inquired about hours of operation for the existing senior center.
Recreation Superintendent Janeen Laudenback described the center's regular hours of
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and availability for senior events and other meetings from 4:30
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. City Attorney McGrath suggested the words "primarily a senior center"
better identify the objective of the proposed uses for a new center.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Bohr to approve ballot language, as amended,
to include more specific information on the location of the proposed center. (Vote to
follow)
Mayor Sullivan suggested ballot language that includes specifics about the location,
size, and funding source for the proposed center.
Councilmember Hansen voiced his opposition to language that identifies the revenue
source until a Development Agreement is finalized.
Attorney McGrath made suggestions for ballot language including identifying Huntington
Beach Central Park, environmental review, and leaving out specifics of the financial
aspect of the project. She also recommended removing the words "advisory" and
"advisory vote only" where they appear in the language of Resolutions Nos. 2006-44 and
2006-45 and changing the words "proposed charter amendment" to "question" in the
third paragraph of Resolution No. 2006-45. Deputy Administrator Emery made language
suggestions pertaining to the size of the building. The Maker and the Second to the
motion accepted these amendments.
The motion was restated: To approve ballot language, as amended, as follows: Shall a
centrally located senior center building, not to exceed 47,000 square feet, be placed on
a maximum of five acres of an undeveloped 14-acre parcel in the 356-acre Huntington
Beach Central Park, generally located west of the intersection of Goldenwest Street and
Talbert Avenue, between the disc golf course and Shipley Nature Center, following City
Council approval of all entitlements and environmental review? The motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen
NOES: Hardy, and Cook
Mayor Sullivan asked for clarification on the resolutions, specifically pertaining to written
arguments, and asked if any Councilmembers are requesting authorization to submit
arguments. City Attorney McGrath explained the options provided by the resolutions.
Councilmember Cook requested authorization to file a written argument against the
Measure. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper requested authorization to file a written argument in
favor of the measure; he later revoked his request.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 16 of 18
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Bohr to 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2006-44, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Setting Priorities for Filing
a Written Argument Regarding a City Measure (Construction of Proposed Senior Center)
and Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis of Said Measure naming
Councilmember Cook as authorized to file a written argument against the Measure as
amended to remove the words "advisory" and "advisory vote only" where they appear
and with amended ballot language;
AND
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2006-45, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Ordering Submission to the Qualified Electors of the City A Certain
Measure Relating to the Construction of a Senior Center and Associated Amenities on a
Five Acre Portion of an Undeveloped 14-Acre Parcel in Central Park, Generally Located
West of the Intersection of Goldenwest Street and Talbert Avenue in the City of
Huntington Beach, as amended to remove the words "advisory" and "advisory vote
only" where they appear and changing the words "proposed charter amendment" to
"question" in the third paragraph of Resolution No. 2006-45, and with amended ballot
language. 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. 3742 Amending Chapter 10.44 of the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Parking Time Limits for
Recreational Vehicles, Unattached Boat or Personal Watercraft Trailers.
Councilmembers Hansen, Green, and Mayor Pro Tern Coerper commented on efforts to
amend this ordinance.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Bohr to after the City Clerk read by title, adopt
Ordinance No. 3742 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter
10.44 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Parking Time Limits. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Coerper, Sullivan, and Cook
NOES: Green, Hardy, and Hansen
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3744 Enacting the Revised and Restated
Franchise Agreement With Rainbow Disposal and Rainbow Transfer and
Recycling Companies for Solid Waste and Recyclables Collection Automation,
and Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Upgrade and Modernization to its Facility
Located at 17121 Nichols Street, Huntington Beach.
A motion was made by Green, second Bohr to after the City Clerk read by title, adopt
Ordinance No. 3744 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Granting To
Rainbow Disposal and Rainbow Transfer and Recycling Companies A Franchise To
Collect Refuse. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 17 of 18
(City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3745 Amending Chapter 2.76 of the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code to Add the Appointive Position of Deputy City
Treasurer.
Mayor Sullivan inquired about a reference to subsection (k) in the ordinance. City Clerk
Flynn explained a typographical error had been brought to the attention of the City
Attorney's Office. The Maker and the Second to the motion agreed to amend
by eliminating the typographical error.
A motion was made by Green, second Bohr to after the City Clerk read by title, adopt
Ordinance No. 3745 - An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter
2.76 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Competitive Service
Regulations. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Councilmember Hardy Commented on Wells Fargo Opening, on
Eagle Scout Awards, and on Junior Lifeguard Dinner.
Councilmember Jill Hardy stated the previous Saturday she and Councilmembers Green
and Hansen attended an opening for Wells Fargo at Brookhurst and Adams. She
congratulated Scott and Alex Strayer on their Eagle Scout Awards. Councilmember
Hardy stated she had attended a dinner for Waitakere, New Zealand students who
participated in the Junior Lifeguard Program and presented the Mayor with a shield of
the City of Waitakere.
(City Council) Mayor Sullivan Commented on Fourth of July Picnic for 3/1
Families.
Mayor Dave Sullivan described the success of the Fourth of July picnic held for the
families of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine and applauded the Executive Director, Cindy
Cross for her efforts.
(City Council) Mayor Pro Tern Coerper Thanked Fourth of July Board, Police
Department, and Fire Department.
Mayor Pro Tern Gil Coerper thanked the Fourth of July Board Members, the Police
Department and Fire Department staff for their efforts on the Fourth of July.
(City Council) Mayor Sullivan Announced Town Hall Meeting July 19, 2006.
Mayor Dave Sullivan announced a Town Hall Meeting pertaining to election information
would be held on July 19, 2006 in the Council Chambers.
July 17, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 18 of 18
Adjournment — City Council/Redevelopment Agency
Mayor Sullivan adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach at 10:06 p.m. to Monday, August 7, 2006, at
4:00 p.m., in Room B-8 Civic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California.
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