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Council/RDA Meeting
City Council/Redevelopment Agency
City of Huntington Beach
Tuesday, September 5, 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 meeting of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Huntington Beach to order at 4:38 p.m. in Room B-8.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call
Present: Bohr, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook.
Absent: Green.
The City Clerk Announced a Late Communications Pertaining to the 4:00 P.M.
Portion of the Meeting
Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced the
following Late Communication regarding the Study Session item that was received by
her office following distribution of the agenda packet:
Communication submitted by Ross Cranmer, Director of Building and Safety, dated
September 5, 2006 and titled Huntington Beach Civic Center Administration Building
Seismic Upgrade.
No Public Comments Regarding the 4:00 P.M. Portion of the Council Meeting
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Study Session Held — Update Given on the
Status of the City Hall Seismic Retrofit Project
City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft explained that the seismic retrofit of City Hall is
a $7 million project and the City has been awarded a $3 million grant from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Building and Safety Director Ross Cranmer
gave a PowerPoint report titled Huntington Beach Civic Center Administration Building
Seismic Upgrade, which was announced earlier as a Late Communication.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 2 of 15
Director Cranmer updated Council on accomplishments and ongoing work tasks
pertaining to the seismic retrofit of City Hall including site studies, project renderings,
Design Review Board (DRB) recommendations, and site material testing. Discussion
ensued amongst Council and staff regarding specifics of the FEMA grant, Design
Review Board recommendations, and alternate designs. Some Councilmembers stated
their preference for terminating the added exterior materials before reaching the roofline
of the building. Councilmember Hardy stated she planned to appeal the DRB
recommendation. Director Cranmer announced a presentation addressing the issues of
modifying or moving a mural and other art would be given at a later date.
Motion to Recess to Closed Session — Approved
A motion was made by Coerper, second Bohr to recess to Closed Session on the
following item. The motion carried by the consensus of all present, Green absent.
(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.
Councilmember Cathy Green arrived during Closed Session.
Reconvened City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 6:18 p.m.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call
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 - Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Bohr
Invocation - Led by Rabbi Stephen Einstein, Congregation B'nai Tzedek
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 Ross Cranmer, Director of Building and Safety, dated
September 5, 2006 and titled Huntington Beach Civic Center Administration Building
Seismic Upgrade.
Communication submitted by Penelope Culbreth-Graft DPA, City Administrator dated
August 23, 2006 and titled Follow up on Residential Pavement Overlay Cost.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 3 of 15
Communication submitted by Stanley Smalewitz, Director of Economic Development
dated September 5, 2006 and titled Late Communication Regarding Agenda Item No. E-
4: Approve Professional Services Agreements with Freedman, Tung and Bottomley, Inc.
for Preparation of the Economic Revitalization Strategic Plan for Beach Boulevard and
Edinger Corridor and Appropriate $762,035.
Communication submitted by: Steve Stafford, dated September 5, 2006 and titled Item
E-6 Parking Permit District "D. "
Communication submitted by Tim Geddes dated September 5, 2006 and titled H-1a
Proposed Revision to the Selection Process for Appointments to Boards and
Commissions (City Council Agenda, September 5, 2006).
The Following Communication Was Submitted During the Meeting:
Communication submitted by Anthony Folaroy dated September 5, 2006 and titled
Citizen Inquiry, 1801 Alabama Street.
Mayor Sullivan Announced the Passing of former City Clerk and City Historian
Alicia Wentworth on September 1, 2006 and Dedicated the Meeting to her Memory.
Mayor Dave Sullivan announced that City Historian and former City Clerk Alicia
Wentworth passed away Friday, September 1, 2006. A memorial service was scheduled
for September 6, 2006 at Noon at the Huntington Beach Baptist Church. The Mayor
enumerated her many accomplishments as City Clerk for over fifteen years, and as City
Historian for seventeen years.
Presentation - Mayor Sullivan recognized City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich for her work
involved in the City receiving certification by the Association of Public Treasurers in the
United States and Canada in July 2006, for the City's investment policy. The certification
requires that the policy meet strict criteria intended to protect the agency's funds from
loss.
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/Govemment/Agendas/ )
Bessie Burke, resident since 1974, described her involvement with the Huntington
Beach Playhouse and Library and asked Council to reconsider the decision to raise the
rent charged to the Playhouse. (12:41)
Bettie Muellenberg, 42-year resident, voiced her opinion that the renewal terms offered
to the Huntington Beach Playhouse may prevent renewal of the lease. She described
the Playhouse as a non-profit entity that should not be used as a source of revenue for
the Library. Ms. Muellenberg urged Council to change the reporting structure and to
compare lease terms to other cities, some of which she said do not charge community
theaters for exclusive use of the facilities. (14:53)
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 4 of 15
Ray Roberts, Southeast Huntington Beach resident and candidate for the 67th
California Assembly District, described his qualifications. He voiced his opinion
pertaining to a Measure E mailer and asked citizens to vote non -partisan. (17:58)
Monica Bartolone, member of the Board of Directors for the Huntington Beach
Playhouse, voiced her concern for the Playhouse's ability to renew its lease with the City
due to the terms of the lease renewal. She stated concerns with conducting double
performances on weekends and asked Council to consider changing the reporting
structure so that the Board reports directly to the Community Services Department. (21:24)
BJ O'Rourke, affiliated with the Huntington Beach Playhouse, stated the Playhouse
pays the City $90,000 per year in return for providing quality performances to residents.
She voiced her concern that the Playhouse Board reports to the Library Director, and
asked Councilmembers to support the Playhouse and attend performances. (23:44)
Nathan Singh, Board Member for the Huntington Beach Playhouse and alumni for the
Academy of Performing Arts, described the volunteers and participants in the Playhouse
performances and thanked Council for supporting both organizations. (25:42)
Bea Porch, resident of Huntington Shorecliff Mobilehome Park asked Council to support
the needs of mobile home park residents. (27:21)
Dick Porch, resident of Huntington Shorecliff Mobilehome Park, spoke regarding the
lawsuit filed against the City in an effort to repeal the mobilehome park conversion
ordinance. He asked Council to consider the impact on 6,000 Huntington Beach
mobilehome residents, and to defend the ordinance. (28:19)
Brenda Schock voiced her disappointment that Mayor Sullivan has chosen not to run
for re-election. She stated she is a resident of Huntington Shorecliff and has concerns
with the legal process pertaining to the lawsuit filed by mobilehome park owners.
Ms. Schock asserted she would pursue all legal avenues if the ordinance were
modified. (30:10)
Nadine Hamel, thirteen -year resident of Huntington Shorecliff, asked Council to defend
the mobilehome park conversion ordinance. (33:24)
Judie Smith urged Council to consider the impact of changes to the mobilehome
conversion ordinance on the individuals involved. (34:29)
John Strada, resident of Huntington Shorecliff, voiced his concerns with any changes to
the mobilehome park conversion ordinance. He stated his home is not mobile, and that
his medical care providers are local. Mr. Strada questioned the ethics of receiving
campaign contributions from mobilehome park owners and voting on the matter, and
asked Council to defend the ordinance. (35:19)
Bill Seymour, resident of Huntington Shorecliff, voiced his support of the current
mobilehome conversion ordinance. He stated mobilehome parks will not accept
relocated homes that are over two -years -old and asked Council to defend the ordinance
as it now stands. (38:29)
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 5 of 15
Joan Gray, five-year resident of Huntington Shorecliff, stated her home is not mobile.
She asked Council to protect her interests by defending the mobilehome park
conversion ordinance. (41:04)
Steve Gullage, thirty-year mobilehome owner and president of the Huntington Beach
Mobilehome Owners Association, spoke regarding the lawsuit filed against the City
pertaining to the mobilehome park conversion ordinance. He opined the values of the
homes have decreased since the lawsuit was filed, and asked Council to defend the
ordinance as written. (35:19)
Tim Geddes, Southeast Huntington Beach resident, commended Mayor Sullivan on his
efforts made to serve the City. He asked citizens to vote non -partisan in the election and
select candidates who will most benefit the City. (46:27)
Sharon Dana, resident of Huntington Shorecliff, thanked Mayor Sullivan for his service
to the City and wished him luck on his retirement. She voiced concern with potential
changes to the mobilehome park conversion ordinance and asked Council to defend the
ordinance. (49:27)
Joe Shaw, resident and owner of two businesses on Main Street, voiced his opposition
to approval of the Consent Calendar item pertaining to Professional Services
Agreements for preparation of the Economic Revitalization Strategic Plan for Beach
Boulevard and Edinger Corridor. He asked Council to further negotiate the contract to
save money for taxpayers, stating his opinion the hourly wage rates contained
therein are too high. (51:08)
Thomas Cox, thirty-year resident, voiced his concerns regarding the lawsuit challenging
the mobilehome park conversion ordinance. He opined that the current ordinance
protects many people in the City and sets precedence for other cities. (53:02)
Tony Folaroth spoke regarding a situation near his residence involving over -watering of
City property by a resident. He stated this problem of over -watering drains onto his
own property and causes damage. He explained he owns property at 1801 Alabama
Street, and attempts to speak with the other resident have been unsuccessful. Mr.
Folaroth stated he has shut the water off himself on several occasions, and requested
Council direct staff to investigate the matter. (54:55)
Mayor Sullivan asked Public Works Director Robert F. Beardsley to follow up with
Mr. Folaroth.
Paul Howarth, resident, voiced concerns about a recent shooting in the City
involving police officers. He asked Council to establish a committee of citizens to
perform citizen reviews of officer -involved shootings. (58:47)
Lorina Smith, Second Harvest Food Bank food drive coordinator, announced the local
food drive has been extended through the month of September. She described the
efforts of the Food Bank and asked citizens to donate to the drive. Ms. Smith calculated
donations to date include 860 lbs of food, $4000 from one individual donor, and
elementary school donations of emergency packets. (1:00:52)
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 6 of 15
Councilmember Green asked Ms. Smith to list donation preferences. Ms. Smith replied,
stating the preference is for non-perishable items, personal items, and healthy items, but
stressed that any donation is valuable.
Councilmember Hardy inquired about the minimum size of personal care items
requested and encouraged Ms. Smith to contact all five school districts for donations.
Ms. Smith clarified all sizes of personal care items are accepted.
John Briscoe, Oceanview School Board candidate, described his qualifications, asked
citizens to vote for him, and alleged Brown Act issues within the school district. (1:05:43)
Council Committee/Appointments/Liaison Reports - None
City Attorney's Report of Litigation Filed - None
(City Council) Public Hearing Held — Adopted Resolution No. 2006-55 for Revision
To The City's FireMed Fee Schedule for Ambulance Transportation and
Emergency Medical Services
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following: The Fire Department is requesting approval to adjust user fees to improve
and/or maintain the Fire Department's emergency medical services.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
Fire Medical Coordinator Jane Cameron presented a PowerPoint report titled Revision of
the City's FireMed Fee Schedule for Emergency Medical Services, Huntington Beach
Fire Department, September 5, 2006, which was included in the agenda packet.
Councilmember Green asked if the fees are voluntary. Fire Chief Duane Olson clarified
that FireMed membership is voluntary; however membership requires a monthly or
annual fee.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked for information regarding payment of fees for services in
situations of financial hardship. Coordinator Cameron explained the program allows
reductions in fees in certain circumstances, as well as payment plans.
Mayor Sullivan asked for clarification on the nature and degree of the calls to
paramedics. Chief Olson explained that the paramedics' duty is to respond to the call
regardless of the level of emergency.
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk announced for the record no Late Communications which pertain to this
public hearing.
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.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 7 of 15
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to adopt Resolution No. 2006-55, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Setting Advanced Life
Support, Basic Life Support, Emergency Ambulance Transportation, Medications and
Specialized Supply Fees to be Charged by the Fire Department of the City of Huntington
Beach amending Resolution No. 2005-48, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Modifying the Fees Charged by the Fire Department of the City of
Huntington Beach for Ambulance Transportation Set by Resolution No. 2004-49; and
Resolution No. 2004-49, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Setting Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support, Emergency Ambulance
Transportation, Medications and Specialized Supply Fees to be Charged by the Fire
Department 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
(City Council) Public Hearing Held — Accepted as Adequate and Complete the
2004-2005 Downtown Parking Master Plan (DPMP) Annual Review And Monitoring
Report Based on Compliance With the Monitoring Requirements of the Master
Plan
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following: Annual Review and Monitoring Report - Downtown Parking Master Plan
Applicant: City of Huntington Beach Planning Department
Request: Annual review of the Downtown Parking Master Plan, documenting building
activity and land use changes approved between June 1, 2004 and June 1, 2005.
Location: Downtown Specific Plan area (generally bounded by Pacific Coast Highway,
Sixth Street, Acacia Avenue and Second Street).
Project Planner: Ron Santos
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
Associate Planner Ron Santos presented a PowerPoint report titled 2005 Downtown
Parking Master Plan Annual Review and Monitoring Report, which was included in the
agenda packet.
Councilmember Green commented on the scarcity of parking downtown on different
occasions and asked for clarification on the adequacy of parking. Planner Santos
explained studies include information on the average number of open spaces over the
course of a year. Mayor Pro Tem Coerper inquired about the date of the studies.
Planner Santos explained staff shortages in the Planning Department have resulted in
delays in reporting on parking master plans.
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 8 of 15
The City Clerk announced for the record no Late Communications which pertain to this
public hearing.
Joe Shaw voiced his opinion the review as presented is inaccurate and incomplete. He
questioned the effectiveness of the shared parking plan, stating small businesses
require frequent turnover of parking spaces. He asked the City Council to subject the
plan to further review.
There being no persons present to speak further on the matter and there being no
protests filed, either written or oral, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed.
Councilmember Bohr asked for clarification on land use changes and parking
availability. Planner Santos stated no changes to land use. Acting Planning Director
Scott Hess commented on applications for parking in -lieu fees. Community Services
Director Jim Engle clarified that occasionally parking is full midday. Economic
Development Director Stanley Smalewitz commented on an analysis of valet
parking and other alternate parking plans, stating the committee is making efforts to
improve the situation. Director Engle agreed to report back to Council on figures
pertaining to parking validation, merchant employee parking, and charging parking fees
upon entering garages.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hansen to accept as adequate and complete
the 2004-2005 annual review and monitoring report of the Downtown Parking Master
Plan and forward to the Executive Director of the California Coastal Commission. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Bohr
(City Council) Public Hearing Held — Proposed Fiscal Year 2006/2007 City Budget
Appropriation of $318,997,645; Adopted Budget Resolution No. 2006-56; and,
Authorized the Professional Services Contract List Included in Fiscal Year
2006/2007 Budget to be Representative of Services Projected to be Utilized by
Departments
Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider
the following: The City of Huntington Beach City Charter requires a Public Hearing prior
to the adoption of the City Budget. The City Charter requires adoption of the annual
budget by September 30, 2006 for the next fiscal year.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and
posted.
City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft announced a Late Communication pertaining to
the budget, and recognized the following individuals for their work on the budget
and Capital Improvement Program: Dan Villella, Robert Sedlak, John Roulette, Jennifer
Lampman, Michael Solorza, Bob Beardsley and Linda Daily.
Councilmembers inquired about reserve balances. City Administrator Culbreth-Graft
explained $12 million exists in the first tier reserve and two separate appropriations for
Workers' Compensation totaling approximately $4 million.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 9 of 15
Finance Director Dan Villella presented a PowerPoint report titled City of Huntington
Beach Proposed Budget Fiscal Year 200612007, which was included in the agenda
packet. Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff pertaining to fund balances and
reserves.
Public Works Director Robert F. Beardsley presented a PowerPoint report titled Capital
Improvement Program, which was included in the agenda packet. Discussion ensued
regarding resurfacing of streets and alleyways, condition of bridges in the harbour area,
sewer lining rehabilitation, the potential widening of Heil Avenue, repairs of storm drains
and pump stations, and the frequency of cleaning of downtown streets, sidewalks and
facilities.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper suggested greater focus be placed on the cleanliness of
the downtown area and the increased need for bicycle racks.
Mayor Sullivan declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk restated for the record the following Late Communication which pertains
to this public hearing:
Communication submitted by Penelope Culbreth-Graft, DPA, City Administrator dated
August 23, 2006 and titled Follow up on Residential Pavement Overlay Cost.
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.
Councilmember Hansen commended the City Administrator and staff on the budget
presentation and suggested appropriating $2 million from the second tier reserve to
address needed street repairs (approximately $1.9 million) and increase maintenance of
the downtown area (approximately $85,000). Economic Development Director Stanley
Smalewitz explained there is a committee currently in place to address downtown
maintenance and other issues. He stated a report with recommendations would be
presented to Council in the next six to eight weeks.
Councilmember Bohr stated his support for the added street repairs suggested by
Councilmember Hansen and commended the City Administrator and staff for their
efforts.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper also commended the City Administrator and staff for their
efforts and asked Councilmember Hansen to clarify his suggestions for increases to
maintenance in the downtown. Councilmember Hansen explained his suggestion was
to double the current budget. Economic Development Director Stanley Smalewitz
reiterated that a committee is currently reviewing this issue. City Administrator Culbreth-
Graft suggested staff be given the opportunity to review Council direction and report
back on potential services provided for the additional $85,000.
Councilmember Hardy inquired about previous expenditures involving second tier
reserves. Finance Director Villella described funds carried over from last year, and
nominal expenditures.
Councilmember Cook commented on funding needs throughout the City including
Central Park restrooms, beach maintenance, and graffiti abatement. She
suggested meeting at a later date to determine a priority list for second tier
reserve funding.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 10 of 15
Councilmember Green stated her preference that bridge repairs, storm drain repairs,
and pump station repairs be higher priority for second tier reserve funding than
maintenance of the downtown. She also suggested funding be considered to help
support the Huntington Beach Playhouse, graffiti abatement, and improved
restrooms. Councilmember Hansen clarified availability of the $12 million primary
reserve for emergency situations such as bridge failure, and reiterated his reasons for
supporting an increase in repairs to the residential street overlay and an increase in
funding for downtown maintenance.
Mayor Pro Tern Coerper suggested Council attempt to resolve the issue with the
Huntington Beach Playhouse. He also commented on weed abatement and graffiti,
suggesting increased efforts.
Mayor Sullivan commented on citizen satisfaction with the condition of the City, stating a
concern that graffiti has increased. Police Captain Chuck Thomas concurred that quick
removal of graffiti is important to discourage further blight. The Mayor commented on
the importance of maintaining reserve funds and his opposition to spending the second
tier reserve funds. He suggested Council take straw votes to determine funding, but not
vote on adoption of budget.
Councilmember Cook reported on a recent City energy audit, which may result in
savings over the next few years. Deputy City Administrator Paul Emery explained a
number of projects would be included in the current year's budget, but some would need
separate appropriations. He stated staff would report back to Council when the study is
finalized.
Councilmember Cook voiced her opinion more information is needed on second tier
reserve funding requests. Councilmember Hardy concurred, stating she would support
adopting the budget and considering second tier reserve funding requests at a later
date. Councilmember Green commented on utilizing reserve funds for projects and
asked Council to consider using funds for capital improvements rather than ongoing
maintenance.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to 1. Open the Public Hearing on the
proposed fiscal year 2006/2007 City Budget appropriation of $318,977,645 as outlined in
the proposed budget document and all revisions contained in the Exhibits of the Budget
Resolution, including the sewer service user charge which shall be adjusted to reflect the
annual percentage adjustment. AND
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2006-56, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Adopting a Budget for the City for Fiscal Year 200612007. AND
3. Authorize the Professional Services Contracts Included in Fiscal Year 2006/2007
Budget to be representative of services projected to be utilized by departments in
2006/2007. (Vote to follow)
Councilmember Bohr suggested amending the motion to include direction to staff to
return to Council in October with second tier reserve funding recommendations. The
Maker and Second to motion accepted the amendment.
The motion as amended carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, and Cook
NOES: Hansen
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 11 of 15
Consent Calendar — Items Removed for Separate Discussion
The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion:
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Professional Services Agreements in the Amount
of $599,775 with Freedman, Tung and Bottomley, Inc. (FTB), and $162,260 with
Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. (RSG) for Preparation of the Economic Revitalization
Strategic Plan for Beach Boulevard and Edinger Corridor and Appropriate $762,035.
Consent Calendar — Items Approved
A motion was made by Hardy, 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
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved and Adopted Minutes - Approved
and adopted the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of
August 7, 2006 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the
City Clerk.
(City Council) Accepted Annual Review of the Flood Management Plan (FMP) for
Period Covering July 1, 2005 Through June 30, 2006 and Authorized Submittal to
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Accepted the annual review
of the Flood Management Plan as adequate and complete and forward it to FEMA.
Submitted by the Acting Director of Planning. Funding Source: Not applicable.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Received and Filed City Clerk's Quarterly
Report Listing Professional Services Agreements Filed in the City Clerk's Office
Between April 1, 2006 and June 30, 2006 - 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 April 1, 2006 through June 30, 2006. Submitted by the City Clerk. Funding
Source: Not applicable.
(City Council) Adopted Annual Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Goal
for Fiscal Year 2006/2007 to be Eligible for Financial Assistance From the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) - Adopted the Annual Disadvantaged Business
Enterprises (DBE) goal of six percent (6%.) Submitted by the Director of Public Works.
Funding Source: Not applicable to this action.
(City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-54 Amending Residential Parking
Permit District "D" to Include Residents Living on Veering Circle, Aspenwood
Lane, and Shipley Street - Adopted Resolution No. 2006-54, A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Parking Permit District "D Within the
City of Huntington Beach. Submitted by the Director of Public Works. Funding Source:
The provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 10.42 require that the
residents choosing to participate in the residential parking permit district pay a
proportionate share of the cost to establish or amend the district. Typical costs include,
but are not limited to, installation of signs, curb markings, staff time to issue permits, and
administrative costs to create or amend the district.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 12 of 15
(City Council) - Adopted Resolution No. 2006-57 Amending the City's
Classification Plan to Incorporate Changes Considered by the Personnel
Commission- Adopted Resolution No. 2006-57, A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach Amending the Classification Plan by Revising Class
Specifications for the Positions of Mechanic Ill, Water Distribution Maintenance
Crewleader, Water Distribution Meters Leadworker, Water Systems Technician I/, Cross
Connection Control Specialist, Wastewater Maintenance Service Worker, Principal Civil
Engineer, Risk Manager, Permit Technician, Senior Permit Technician, Building Plan
Checker I, Building Plan Checker Il, Permit and Plan Check Supervisor, Plan Check
Engineer, Permit and Plan Check Manager, Building Inspector II, Building Inspector Ill,
Principal Electrical Inspector and Inspection Manager, Including Revising the Class
Specification for Combination/Structural Inspector Supervisor and Changing the Job Title
to Inspection Supervisor, Revising the Class Specification for Senior Deputy City
Attorney/Litigator and Changing the Job Title to Senior Deputy City Attorney, and
Revising the Class Specification for Economic Development Project Manager Assistant
and Changing the Job Title to Project Manager Assistant. Submitted by the Deputy City
Administrator, City Services. Funding Source: Funding for proposed compensation is
included in the fiscal year 2005/2006 budget.
(City Council) Approved the Fire Services Agreement By and Between the Orange
County Fire Authority and the City of Huntington Beach for the Brightwater
Development and Approved the Assignment of the Secured Fire Protection
Agreement By and Between the Orange County Fire Authority, the City of
Huntington Beach, and Signal Landmark, Inc. - 1) Approved and authorized
execution by the Mayor and City Clerk the Fire Services Agreement Between the
Orange County Fire Authority and the City of Huntington Beach Regarding Services to
Brightwater, and 2) Approved and authorized execution by the Mayor and City Clerk the
Assignment of Secured Fire Protection Agreement (Signal Landmark - TT15460) by and
between the Orange County Fire Authority, the City of Huntington Beach, and Signal
Landmark, Inc. Submitted by the Deputy City Administrator, Development Services and
Fire Chief. Funding Source: Not applicable.
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved Professional Services
Agreement in the Amount of $599,775 with Freedman, Tung and Bottomley, Inc.
(FTB), and as amended DECLINED to approve Professional Services
Agreement for $162,260 with Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. (RSG) for
Preparation of the Economic Revitalization Strategic Plan for Beach Boulevard
and Edinger Corridor and Appropriated $599,775.
The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Economic
Development and Acting Director of Planning transmitting the following Statement of
Issue: Transmitted for City Council and Redevelopment Agency consideration are two
professional services agreements for the purposes of completing planning and economic
development analyses related to the revitalization of Beach Boulevard and Edinger
Avenue. This project is being initiated based on direction from the City Council in Fall
2005 and as a result of public input relative to the Edinger Corridor. Funding Source:
A total appropriation of $762,035: $281,038 from Redevelopment Agency Merged
Capital Funds Balance to the Redevelopment Agency Professional Services Account
30580101.69365 and $480,997 from the General Fund to the Planning Department
Professional Services Account, 10060201.69365 is being requested.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 13 of 15
Mayor Pro Tem Coerper requested that this agenda item be removed from the
Consent Calendar to ask a representative from the vendor about the studies. Mr. Jim
Simons described vendor services to the City since 1995. He explained that a staff
person has left to form his own firm. Economic Development Director Stanley Smalewitz
referred to a Late Communication announced earlier by the City Clerk, stating that due
to changes in staffing at the Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. (RSG), City staff has
recommended a delay in approving the Professional Services Agreement with RSG.
A motion was made by Coerper, second Hardy to City Action: Approve the
Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Freedman,
Tung and Bottomley (FTB) for Preparing Beach Boulevard Revitalization Strategy, in the
amount of $599,775 for preparation of a Corridor Revitalization Strategy and Specific
Plan for Beach Boulevard (including Edinger Avenue) and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the contract; appropriate $480,997 from the City's General Fund to
account 10060201.69365; AND as amended Agency Action: Appropriate $118,778
from undesignated Redevelopment Agency Merged Capital Funds Balance to account
30580101.69365 for the FTB contract; and authorize the Director of Planning to expend
the Agency funds allocated to the FTB contract. Submitted by the Director of Economic
Development and Acting Director of Planning. The motion carried by the following roil
call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Submitted By Councilmember Bohr — As Amended, Directed Staff to
Return to Council with Proposed Revision to the Selection Process for
Appointments to the Fourth of July Board
The City Council considered a communication from Councilmember Bohr transmitting
the following Statement of Issue:
Currently, there are two ways in which members of the public are appointed to city
boards and commissions. One is for each Council Member to appoint his/her own
member to a board such as with the Finance Board and Planning Commission. The
second way is through submittal of an application for a vacancy with the appointment to
be confirmed by the City Council upon recommendation of the council liaisons to that
board or commission such as with the Youth Board and Environmental Board. It is my
experience that individual appointments by Council Members may not be the best way to
make appointments to boards and commissions. Many times, when an individual
appointment is made, the appointee may accept the responsibility without a full
understanding of what is required and may feel obligated to accept the appointment out
of respect for the requesting Council Member. By allowing the appointments to be made
through a competitive application process, the selection can be made based upon the
applicant's experience, skills, and interest. 1 have found that this process works well
with both the Youth Board and the Environmental Board, as the appointees sought out
the assignment and have approached their work with zeal and commitment. As well,
members appear to be well suited for their role due to the screening and competitive
selection for the position.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 14 of 15
Should the City Council support this proposal, I would recommend that the new process
be applied for all future vacancies, allowing all existing appointments to be
grandfathered into their position.
Councilmember Bohr gave an oral report.
Councilmember Cook voiced her support for making changes to the method used to
appointment individuals to the Fourth of July Board, but not the other Boards or
Commissions.
Councilmember Hardy stated her opposition to the Recommended Action. She stated
she is willing to consider changes to appointments to the Fourth of July Board, with input
from the Board.
Mayor Pro Tem Coerper stated he concurs with comments made by Councilmembers
Cook and Hardy. He suggested amending the Recommended Action to address only
the Fourth of July Board. Councilmember Green concurred with Mayor Pro Tern
Coerper's suggestion.
Mayor Sullivan inquired about a Study Session scheduled with the Fourth of July Board.
City Administrator Culbreth-Graft explained the Study Session is scheduled for
sometime in October.
Councilmember Cook suggested Council also receive input from Community Services
Director Jim Engle.
A motion was made by Bohr, second Coerper to as amended direct staff to return to
Council with a proposal to amend the process in which Fourth of July Board Members
are selected and appointed. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook
NOES: None
(City Council) Submitted By Mayor Sullivan — No Action Taken — Proposed Debate
on the Measure T Issue (Senior Center)
The City Council considered a communication from Mayor Sullivan transmitting the
following Statement of Issue:
Ballot Measure T is a Huntington Beach vote on a proposed location for a new Senior
Center. The resources of Channel 3 and the city's website should be used to give
information to Huntington Beach voters so that they can make an informed decision.
Proposed debate format on the Measure T issue:
There would be four debaters on each side of the issue. One person chosen by each
side makes an opening statement of three minutes. Then a series of questions begin.
Someone on Side A asks a question of someone on Side B. Respondent has three
minutes to speak. Poser of the question has three minutes to respond. Then any of the
remaining six panelists have one minute to comment. This procedure continues
alternating the side asking the original question.
September 5, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 15 of 15
Finally, each panelist has a three -minute final statement. A moderator will be necessary
only to explain the format and to keep time on the responses.
Mayor Sullivan gave an oral report. Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff
pertaining to the specifics of the production of the proposed debate and the legalities
involved with broadcasting the event. No action was taken by Council.
(City Council) Councilmember Green Congratulated Huntington Harbour Garden
Club for Blue Star Memorial Marker
Councilmember Cathy Green congratulated the Huntington Harbour Garden Club for
their involvement with the Blue Star Memorial Marker at the Newland House.
(City Council) Mayor Pro Tem Coerper Announced Attendance at Los Alamitos
Joint Training Base Tour, Meeting at Wycliff Gardens
Mayor Pro Tern Gil Coerper stated on August 22, 2006 he had attended a tour of the Los
Alamitos Joint Training Base. He stated he spoke with several senior citizens at a
meeting at Wycliff Gardens on Florida Street.
Adjournment — City Council/Redevelopment Agency
Mayor Sullivan adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach at 10:52 p.m. to Monday, September 18, 2006,
at 4:00 p.m., in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach,
California.
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