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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-10-16Minutes Council/RDA Meeting City Council/Redevelopment Agency City of Huntington Beach Monday, October 16, 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 and available on the website. The 4:00 p.m. portion of the meeting was recessed by Senior Deputy City Clerk Patricia Albers 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 4:30 p.m. in Room B-8. City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call Present' Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook. Absent: None. 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 no Late Communications regarding the Study Session item had been received by her office following distribution of the agenda packet. No Public Comments Regarding the 4:00 P-M. Portion of the Council Meeting (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Study Session Held - The Results of the Community Survey were Presented by Dr. Timothy McLarney from True North Research. Public Information Officer Laurie Payne gave an overview of the survey process to date and introduced Dr. Timothy McLarney of True North Research. Dr. McLarney gave a PowerPoint report titled Survey of Residents - Conducted for the City of Huntington Beach, October 9, 2006, which was included in the agenda packet. The survey meets one of the goals of the Strategic Plan — "Engaging the Community." A total of 400 randomly selected adult residents participated in the survey between August 12 and August 31.' He highlighted results of the report and reviewed the purpose and October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 2 of 21 methodology of the study. Dr. McLarney noted that 96% of respondents rated quality of life in the City of Huntington Beach as either excellent or good_ Council discussion ensued regarding methodology, specific topics such as Fourth of July fireworks location, spending priorities, rating City staff and accessibility of City services, and preference for mayoral terms. Dr. McLarney noted that many residents turn to the City's website for information and recommended the following areas of focus, given that resident satisfaction is high: Stay the course; preserve open space; fix and repair roads; provide affordable housing programs; remove graffiti; and promote tourism as a revenue -generator. Mayor Sullivan thanked Dr. McLarney for his presentation. Motion to Recess to Closed Session — Approved A motion was made by Green, second Coerper 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 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 54956.8 to give instructions to the City's Negotiators, Assistant City Attorney Scott Field, Sr. Deputy City Attorney Neal Moore and Real Estate Manager Steve Holtz, regarding negotiations with Constance M. Alvarez (APN 159-151-02), Pete Alvarez (APN 159- 151-03), Esther Contreras Trust (APN 159-151-16), and Filencio Alvarez Trust (APN 159-151-01) concerning the purchase of 20 feet of right-of-way at 7782 and 7802 Garfield Avenue_ Instruction will concern: Both price and terms of payment. Subject: Real Property Negotiations re: Purchase of Right -of -Way at 7782 and 7802 Garfield Avenue. (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. Reconvened City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting - 6:07 p.m. (City Council) City Attorney's Report of Action Taken by the City Council in Closed Session on October 16, 2006 (Pursuant to Government Code §54957.1) Regarding the purchase of 20 feet of right-of-way at 7802 Garfield Avenue. City Attorney McGrath reported that during Closed Session on October 16, 2006 Council directed the City Attorney to file suit against the Filencio Alvarez Trust to enforce the condition on issuance of a building permit for 7802 Garfield, that the property owner dedicate 20 feet of right-of-way for widening Garfield Avenue. Council voted 6-1 (Coerper - No) October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 3 of 21 City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call Present: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook. Absent: None_ Pledge of Allegiance/Flag Salute - Led by Pack 1, Den 6 Weeblo Boy Scout Troup. Invocation - Led by Mayor Sullivan Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan invited the Environmental Board Chair Ray Hiemstra to come forward and present the 2006 Environmental Board Awards. The awards were given to Earth Resource Foundation, Paul Horgan, Dick LeGrue (in memoriam), Jack Fancher and Jim and Jennifer Robbins. Presentation - Mayor Dave Sullivan presented a commendation to Maureen Rivers of the Huntington Beach Historical Society for the Society's dedication to keeping the City's history fresh, and for their continued work to hold the yearly Civil War Re -Enactments in Central Park. Ms. Rivers thanked her family,' the Community Services Department, and Landscape Maintenance Supervisor Ron Foreman for their efforts. Mayor's Award - Mayor Dave Sullivan called on Library Services Director Ron Hayden and Principal Librarian Sherrie Daugherty who presented the Mayor's Award to Senior Librarian Mary Wilson. Director Hayden recognized Librarian Wilson's efforts with the implementation of the Management Book Club. Librarian Daugherty described her many positive qualities over the past eighteen years as an employee of the City. (City Council) Mayor Sullivan Suggested Two Agenda Items Pertaining to the Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) with Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (also known as Makar) be Considered Together at the Time of the Public Hearing A motion was made by Green, second Hardy to consider both agenda items pertaining to the Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) with Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC together at the time of the public hearing. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None Mayor Sullivan Dedicated the Meeting to Former Mayor Ruth Bailey who Recently Passed Away. 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 City Treasurer Shari L. Freidenrich dated October 16, 2006 and titled Late Communication - Agenda Item C-3. October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 4 of 21 PowerPoint communication submitted by Director of Community Services Jim B_ Engle dated October 16, 2006 and titled hate Communication F-1 Fourth of July Celebration. PowerPoint communication submitted by City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft dated October 16, 2006 and titled Appropriation of Second Tier Reserve. Communication submitted by City Attorney Jennifer McGrath dated October 12, 2006 and titled City Council Meeting 10116106, Agenda Item F-3. The Following Communication Was Submitted During the Meeting_ Communication submitted by Earth Resources Foundation, undated, titled Human Broom Beach Clean Up, Saturday, December 9, 2006. PowerPoint report submitted by Mark Bixby dated October 16, 2006 and titled 4th Annual Parkside Update. Communication submitted by Paul Cross, which is a copy of a newspaper article dated' October 13, 2006 and titled Attorney says Huntington Beach went too far to protect trademark. 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/Agendasl ) Gerald Chapman, representing Bolsa Chica Land Trust, announced the 2007 Bolsa Chica calendars are now available for sale. He stated the calendars featuring pictures taken in the Bolsa Chica, are priced at $10 each (with bulk discounts available), and are available for purchase at the Bolsa Chica Land Trust office, by calling 714-846-1001, or at bolsachicalandtrust.org. Mr_ Chapman voiced his opinion on the agenda item regarding appropriation of General Fund Second Tier Reserve, urging Council to follow the Recommended Action. (20:27) Mayor Sullivan commented on the calendars and made a suggestion to increase sales. Ray Roberts, Southeast Huntington Beach resident since 1978 and Democratic candidate for the 67th District, asked voters to look beyond partisan politics on Election Day. He described the issues he supports and past voting action of his campaign opponent. (22:26) Tim Geddes, Southeast Huntington Beach resident, defined the term'"Gadfly." He spoke regarding a personal letter he had distributed in his neighborhood, and a related conversation with a senior neighbor who he said now opposes Measure T. Mr. Geddes stated that speaking as Vice Chair of the Finance Board, he concurs with comments made by public speaker Gerald Chapman regarding appropriation of General Fund Second Tier Reserves_ (25:29) October 16,` 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 5 of 21 MaryJo Baretich voiced her support for an upgraded senior center. She stated opposition to using most of the Park Fund money to be received from Makar for the proposed center in Central Park due to concerns with costs. Ms. Baretich asked Council to give citizens the chance to provide input on alternate sites, including a transit site on Gothard Street and Kettler School. She asked senior citizens to vote "No" on Measure T. (28:51) Mayor Sullivan clarified that Kettler School is owned by the Huntington Elementary School District. John McGregor, resident since 1964, voiced his opposition to building a community center in Central Park and stated his preference for a senior center_ (31:55) Mark Bixby gave a PowerPoint report titled 4th Annual Parkside Update, opining the Wintersburg Wetlands should be protected from development. (3128) Mayor Sullivan asked Mr_ Bixby when the Coastal Commission would review the project, and Mr. Bixby stated delays have pushed the review to January 2007. Paul Cross commented on a newspaper article published in the Santa Cruz Sentinel pertaining to the Surf City USA trademark_ He explained a law firm has agreed to represent a Santa Cruz tee shirt shop pro bono in defending their right to use Surf City USA. Mr. Cross opined that Conference and Visitors' Bureau (CVB) funds received from the City should not be used to defend a trademark lawsuit. (37:52) Mayor Sullivan described a discussion with the Director of the CVB in which he confirmed no City funds would be used in the defense_ He stated the CVB would use hotel tax funding, if necessary. Councilmember Hansen clarified the trademark lawsuit is directed at the CVB, not the City. Sharon Dana, resident of Huntington Shorecliffs, thanked Council for deciding to defend the mobile home park conversion ordinance. She described her involvement within the community for the past eight years and emphasized the lack of mobile home mobility. (42:43) Mindy White showed a drawing of the proposed senior center, noting the size is larger than the Central Library. She noted large trees on the back perimeter of the site are in the path of view lines for the proposed center. She stated her opinion that senior services such as Meals -on -Wheels, telephone advocacy, and doctor visits that are offsite do not require a larger senior center and suggested using projected new center operational expenses for senior outreach services. Ms. White refuted the need for a rental hall in Central Park, suggesting funding be used for improvements of the existing senior center and other parks instead. She invited the public to an event organized by Save Central Park being held Saturday, October 28, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the proposed site and urged citizens to vote "No" on Measure T. (44:29). Mayor Sullivan commented on his belief of misrepresentation of the issue, stating that at the televised Measure T debate, Ms. White referred to trees that would be cut down as October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 6 of 21 part of the proposed new senior center project. He clarified there are no trees on site. He refuted her comments about the size of the proposed center, stating the size is comparable to that of other cities. Ms. White clarified the trees she had commented on are near the bike path at the back edge of the property_ Councilmember Cook commented on the various interests involved with the proposal, . noting that the facts are what are important. Joe Shaw, candidate for City Council and owner of two businesses in downtown Huntington Beach, commented on the cleaning of downtown streets, repairs of alleys, and other City services. He voiced his opinion that the current level of street cleaning is inadequate to offset the impact of eleven million visitors each year. Mr. Shaw stated that as a member of the Main Street committee, he suggests immediate increases in cleaning downtown areas. (51:18) Steve Gullage, president of Huntington Beach Mobilehome Owners' Association (HBMOA) and thirty-year resident of Los Amigos Mobile Home Park, thanked the Counciimembers who voted in favor of defending the mobile home park conversion ordinance. He suggested any Councilmembers who have questions about how a change to the ordinance would affect seniors meet with him, and urged Council and staff to defend the ordinance. (53:52) Robert Dettloff voiced his support for the proposed senior center in Central Park_ He opined that a remodel of the existing senior center, with a subterranean parking garage, would cost more than the proposed new center. He also commented on inconveniences for residents near the existing senior center, as well as potential interruption in senior services if the existing center is r6modeled. Mr. Dettloff urged citizens to vote "Yes" on Measure T_ (56:36) City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graft announced a Channel 3 signal feed problem related to the Measure T Debate_ She suggested citizens view the archived video of the Debate on the City's website, www.surfcity-hb.org, (City Council) Reviewed and Accepted City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich's August 2006 Report Titled City of Huntington Beach Summary of City Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and Deferred Compensation Activity The City Council considered a communication from City Treasurer Shari Freidenrich transmitting the Monthly Investment Report for August 2006, City Treasurer Freidenrich gave'a PowerPoint presentation titled August Treasurer's Report, which was included in the agenda packet. A motion was made by Green, second Bohr to review and accept, as amended by Late Communication, the Monthly Investment Report Summary of Investment Portfolio, Bond Proceeds, and Deferred Compensation Activity for August 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_ 3 -None October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 7 of 21 (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Adopted as Amended by Late Communication City Council Resolution No. 2006-67 and Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 364 Approving the Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) with Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (also known as Makar) for the Pacific City Project to be Located on a 31-Acre Site in the Main -Pier Sub -Area of the Huntington Beach Redevelopment Project, Consenting to Payment by the Redevelopment Agency of a Portion of the Costs of the Installation and Construction of a Regional Urban Runoff Treatment System and the Extension of Pacific View Avenue (City Council) Public Hearing Held — Approved Entitlement Plan Amendment (EPA) No. 06-02 for Pacific City Submitted by Makar Properties (Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC) Amending Two Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 16338 Pertaining to Affordable Housing and Park Land In -Lieu Fee Requirements to be Consistent With the Proposed Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) Between Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (Makar Properties, LLC), the City of Huntington Beach, and the Redevelopment Agency Mayor Sullivan announced that both agenda items pertaining to the Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) with Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (Makar Properties, LLC) would be considered at this time. The City Council considered a communication from the Economic Development Director/Deputy Executive Director transmitting the following: Statement of Issue: The City of Huntington Beach (City), the Redevelopment Agency (Agency) and Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (Makar) (Participant) have negotiated an Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) for the Pacific City Project to be located on a 31-acre site in the Main -Pier sub -area of the Huntington Beach Redevelopment Project. The Pacific City Project is a 19 1, 100 square feet mixed -use project that includes a 165-room, luxury boutique hotel, approximately 163,000 square feet of retail and 12,000 square feet of restaurant use, 516 condominium units above subterranean parking, surface parking, a 2.0-acre open space/park, public easement corridor, and other public improvements. The purpose of the OPA is to effectuate the public purposes of the Agency by providing for significant public benefits including: (1) An In -Lieu Housing fee to be paid to the Agency for the purposes of causing the construction of, or to otherwise making available, a minimum 117 additional affordable residential units in the City; (2) Development, design and construction of a Regional Urban Runoff Treatment System; (3) Construction of the Pacific View Avenue Extension and additional street enhancements; and (4) Development, design and construction of an approximately 45,000 square foot Senior Center on real property owned by the City including furniture, fixtures and equipment. The Agency and City Council will consider adopting Resolutions that will approve the OPA and make certain determinations and findings_ Funding Source: Participant will advance $5,500,000 to the Redevelopment Agency to fund the Agency's Obligation for the Regional Urban Runoff Treatment System and the Pacific View Drive Extension, which will be repaid over twenty years from the tax increment generated by the commercial and hotel portions of the Pacific City Project. Participant will pay to the Agency the In Lieu Housing fee of $20,000,000. The October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes— Page 8 of 21 development, design and construction of the Senior Center will be funded by the Park In - Lieu Fee assessed against the residential portion of the Pacific City Project as calculated pursuant to Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Section 254.08. Mayor Sullivan announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider the following: ENTITLEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 06-02 (Pacific City - Tentative Tract Map Amendment) Applicant: Makar Properties, LLC, (Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC,) 4100 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 200, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Request: To amend two conditions of approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 16338 pertaining to affordable housing and park land in -lieu fee requirements. The revised conditions will correspond to the draft Owner Participation Agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and Makar Properties, LLC (Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC). Location: 21002 Pacific Coast Highway (between 1st and Huntington Streets, south of Atlanta Avenue.) Project Planner: Scott Hess Legal notice as provided to the City -Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted. Acting Director of Planning Scott Hess gave an oral report pertaining to the Entitlement Plan Amendment (EPA). Economic Development Director/Deputy Executive Director Stanley Smalewitz presented a PowerPoint report titled Pacific City Owner Participation Agreement, which was included in the agenda packet. He noted a correction to the Recommended Action displayed on the PowerPoint report. 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 the OPA: Communication submitted by City Attorney Jennifer McGrath dated October 12, 2006 and titled City Council Meeting 10116106, Agenda Item F-3_ Michael Gagnet, Applicant, thanked staff, Council, and other individuals involved with the project. He asked Council to take action at this meeting, and announced that he and colleagues are present in the Chambers to answer any questions. (1:13:26) Paul Cross encouraged faster development at the site. He commented on the park in - lieu fees, stating his opinion the donation of two acres does not satisfy the park requirement_ He suggested Council separate the two agenda items, delaying the vote on park in -lieu fees until after the election. (1:15:44) There being no furtlier persons present to speak on the matter and there being no further protests filed, either written or oral, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed_ October 16; 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 9 of 21 Councilmember Green asked staff to clarify fees involved with the OPA pertaining to the proposed senior center. Economic Development Director Smalewitz explained the current obligation under the agreement is for $19 million, minus administration and management fees. He clarified that unused funds would return to the Park Rind. A motion was made by Bohr, second Green to waive the 30-day review process of the Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) as required under Resolution No. 214. (Vote to follow) Mayor Sullivan commented on Resolution No. 214, stating it was approved in response to the Holly-Seacliff development situation_ He stated his support for Councilmember Bohr's motion. Councilmember Cook voiced her opposition to the assessment of a park in -lieu fee for this project, stating it is not in compliance with the Coastal Act or with our City ordinance. She asked if the park in -lieu tee formula had been agreed to by the City and the developer. Director Smalewitz replied in the affirmative. Deputy City Attorney Leonie Mulvihill commented on the initial Conditions of Approval for the project that required payment of 100% of the fees. Councilmember Cook clarified the Conditions of Approval could be challenged at any time. Councilmember Hardy stated she would oppose the motion and her preference that the 30-day review period be imposed. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper inquired about past practice relating to the 30-day review. City Administrator Penny Culbreth-Graff commented on one OPA in the past 2'/2 years, stating there was no 30-day review. City Attorney Jennifer McGrath confirmed no formal 30-day review has been adhered to in the past. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper asked staff to clarify Makar's obligation if Measure T does not pass_ Director Smalewitz explained Makar is obligated to pay all fees, even if an alternate site is not found. The Mayor Pro Tern voiced his support for the motion. Councilmember Hansen stated his support for the motion and suggested moving forward with the project_ Council then voted on the motion to waive the 30-day review process of the OPA as required under Resolution No_ 214. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen NOES: Hardy, and Cook Councilmember Bohr asked for clarification on the credit the developer would receive for designating open space. Director Smalewitz clarified the developer has an. option to return to Council to request additional credits after the senior center project is completed; the decision would be at -the discretion of Council_ October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 10 of 21 A motion was made by Bohr, second Green to approve the Recommended Action as amended by Late Communication and by the previous motion: Agency Recommended Action: Adopt Agency Resolution No_ 364, Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach Approving An Owner Participation Agreement Among the City, the Agency and Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC and Making Certain Determinations and Findings; and City Recommended Action: Adopt City Resolution No. 2006-67, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Consenting to Payment by the Redevelopment Agency of a Portion of the Costs of the Installation and Construction of.- (i) A Regional Treatment System; and (ii) The Extension of Pacific View Avenue, Approving an Owner Participation Agreement Among the City, the Agency, and Makallon Atlanta Huntington, LLC, and Making Certain Determinations and Findings_ (Vote to follow) Councilmember Hardy stated she would oppose the motion for reasons including her opinion the senior center project should be considered separately from the OPA, and because the Park Funds should not be used to pave over open space. Mayor Sullivan commented on the commonality of developers building community centers in other cities. He described disadvantages of awarding construction projects to the lowest bidder, which the City is normally required to do. He described the quality of Makar construction projects and asked the applicant's opinion on the proposed senior center project. Mr_ Gagnet stated Huntington Beach is a large city, that the proposed site is not excessive compared to the size of the park, and voiced Makar's goal to work with the City for the desired result. The motion to approve the Recommended Action, as amended by Late Communication and by the prior motion, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, and Hansen NOES: Hardy, and Cook A motion was made by Bohr, second Coerper to upon approval of the Owner Participation Agreement by and between the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach, the City of Huntington Beach, and Makallon Atlanta Huntington Beach, LLC (Makar'Properties, LLC), approve Entitlement Plan Amendment No. 06-02 with Findings and Conditions of Approval. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, and Hansen NOES: Cook FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL ENTITLEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 06-02 FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA: The City Council finds that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act and Section 15061(b)(3), because the amendment to the conditions is minor and consistent with certified Environmental Impact Report No. 02-01. October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 11 of 21 FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL — ENTITLEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 06-02: Entitlement Plan Amendment No. 06-02 to amend two conditions of approval of Tentative Tract Map No_ 16338 relative to affordable housing and park land in -lieu fees will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons working or residing in the vicinity or detrimental to the value of the property and improvements in the neighborhood as the intent of the original conditions remains the same and the subdivision will provide for a mixed -use project consistent with the design concept envisioned by the Downtown Specific Plan and General Plan, and will provide for necessary public improvements. 2. The entitlement plan amendment will be compatible with surrounding uses. The approved development plans are not changing. 3. The proposed changes to two conditions will comply with the provisions of the base district and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance, and the Downtown Specific Plan. 4. The granting of the entitlement plan amendment will not adversely affect the General Plan. All the original findings for consistency with the General Plan remain the same and the entitlement plan amendment is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Map designations on the subject site. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — ENTITLEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 06-02: All conditions of approval required under Tentative Map No. 16338 remain valid and shall be completed except for Conditions 2.b and 11 which shall be modified and completed as follows: a) Condition No. 2.b. — "The project shall comply with the Affordable Housing Plan dated June 16, 2006 and approved as part of the Pacific City Owner Participation Agreement_ If the Pacific City Owner Participation Agreement is not implemented, then the project shall comply with the original requirements contained in the June 7, 2004 Tentative Tract Map Conditions of Approval 2. b. (1)—(7)" b) Condition No_ 11 — "City Park Land In -Lieu Fees shall be paid as described in the Pacific City Owner Participation Agreement. If the Pacific City Owner Participation Agreement is not implemented, 100% of the City Park Land In -Lieu Fees for the residential portion of the project shall be paid prior to recordation of the Final Map." Consent Calendar — Items Removed for Separate Discussion The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion: (City Council) Four Proposed Entry Node Signage Designs for Use at Seven Recommended Locations Submitted by the City's Design Review Board October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 12 of 21 (City Council) Resolution No. 2006-66 Declaring Intent to Vacate a Portion of the Beach Boulevard Frontage Road Adjacent to 8002 Taylor Avenue for Improvements Included in the Beach Boulevard Parkway Landscape Enhancement Project, CC-1229 (City Council) Professional Services Contract with Pacific Advance Civil Engineering, Inc. (PACE) in the Amount of $1,171,600 for the Talbert Lake'Diversion Project, the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the Contract, an Increase'in the Amount Budgeted for this Project to a Total of $1,171,600, and $350,000 from the Water Quality Grant Fund (City Council) Commitment of Federal HOME Investment Partnership Funds in the Amount of $400,000, and Agreement With Jamboree Housing Corporation for an Affordable Housing Acquisition and Rehabilitation Project to Commence Within Six Months to'Satisfy a Housing Urban Development (HUD) Deadline (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Affordable Housing Agreement With JHC- Oakview, LLC. in the Amount of $800,000 Using HOME Investment Partnership Funds and Execution and Recordation of the Agreement and Necessary Related Documents to Acquire and Rehabilitate Five Apartment Units Located at 17372 Koledo Lane Consent Calendar — Items Approved A motion was made by Coerper, second Green 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 October 2, 2006 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the City Clerk_ (City Council) Accepted Public Improvements and Approved the Release of Securities for Tract No. 16490, the PLC Bel Air LLC, Development Located at the East Side of Gothard Street, South of Promenade Parkway - 1) Accepted the improvements constructed and dedicated for public use with Tract No_ 16490; and 2) Accepted Guarantee and Warranty Bond No. SU5007037-A, the security furnished for guarantee and warranty of improvements, and instructed the City Clerk to file the bond with the City Treasurer; and 3) Released the Faithful Performance/Labor and Material Bond No_ SU5007037 pursuant to California Government Code Section No. 66499.7(a); and 4) Instructed the City Clerk to notify the developer, PLC Bel Air, LLC, of this action and the City Treasurer to notify the surety, Arch Insurance Company, of this action; and 5) Instructed the City Clerk to record the "Acceptance of Public Improvements" with the Orange County Recorder; and 6) Instructed the City Engineer to release Monument Bond No. SU5007040, upon receipt of the recorded Certificate of Correction for Tract Map 16490. Submitted by the Director of Public Works. Funding Source: No funds required for this action. October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 13 of 21 (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Adopted Resolution 363 of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Agency Debt Pursuant to the Operative Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach for the Merged Huntington Beach Project Area and Southeast Coastal Project Area — Adopted Resolution 363, A Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of The City of Huntington Beach Amending The Agency Debt Pursuant To The Operative Agreement Between The City of Huntington Beach and The Redevelopment Agency of The City of Huntington Beach For The Huntington Beach Redevelopment Project, And The Cooperation Agreement Between The City of Huntington Beach and the Redevelopment Agency of The City of Huntington Beach Regarding Certain Capital Improvements Within, or of Benefit To, The Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Project. The debt at September 30, 2006 will be as follows: Merged Project Area $84,598,047 Southeast Coastal Project Area 7,312,583 Total Debt $91,910,630 Submitted by the Finance Director and the Director of Economic Development /Deputy Executive Director. Funding Source: Not Applicable. (City Council) Approved License and Lease Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Sammath, Henry and Melynda Tan for Operation of a Food Concession at the Huntington Beach Civic Center Complex 1) Approved the License Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Sammath Tan, Henry Tan, and Melynda Tan for Operation of a Food Concession at the Huntington Beach Civic Center Complex; and 2) Authorized execution of the License Agreement by the Mayor and City Clerk_ Submitted by the Director of Economic Development. Funding Source: Not applicable_ (City Council) Approved and Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute and Record the Public Vehicular and Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement, the Amended and Restated Grant Deed (CFD No. 2003-1 Huntington Center Parking Parcel) and the Certificate of Acceptance Government Code Section 27281 to Provide Access to the Public Parking Garage at Bella Terra— 1) Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Public Vehicular and Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement; and 2) Approved and authorized the Mayor and City to execute the Amended and Restated Grant Deed (CFD No. 2003-1 — Huntington Center Parking Parcel) and the Certificate of Acceptance Government Code Section 27281; and 3) Directed the City Clerk to record the Public Vehicular and Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement and the Restated Grant Deed (CFD No_ 2003-1 — Huntington Center Parking Parcel) with the County Recorder. Submitted by the Director of Public Works. Funding Source: No funds are required for this action. (City Council) Approved Four Proposed Entry Node Signage Designs for Use at Seven Recommended Locations Submitted by the City's Design Review Board The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Economic Development transmitting the following Statement of Issue: On January 17, 2006, the City Council appropriated funds to hire a graphics consultant to develop designs for entry node signage marking certain key boundaries of Huntington Beach. Four of those designs are being recommended by an ad hoc advisory group for your approval for use at seven locations; and the funding for these signs is included in the approved 2006-07 October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 14 of 21 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. Funding Source: Not applicable Councilmember Green requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent Calendar to highlight a letter that was included in the agenda packet. She stated her preference for one of the designs presented in the letter and asked why it had not been considered for the entry node signage. Director Smalewitz explained the design is being considered for the downtown area, and described the review process to date. Councilmember Green voiced concern with using various designs on the entry node signs. Councilmember Cook stated her concurrence with Councilmember Green's comments and opined the design presented in the letter is probably much less expensive, perhaps allowing a greater number of signs to be placed throughout the City. Councilmember Bohr spoke regarding the design review and decision process, describing the basis for different design decisions. Mayor Pro Tem Coerper asked for clarification on costs and, stated his preference that one design be used. Councilmember Hardy thanked the committee for their work and stated her support for the various designs chosen by the committee_ Mayor Sullivan congratulated the committee chair Councilmember Bohr for organizing committee efforts, and thanked Kate Hoffman from the Art Center for her assistance to the committee. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hardy to approve the use of the four proposed designs at the seven recommended entry node locations. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: Green (City Council) Adopted Resolution No. 2006-66 Declaring Intent to Vacate a Portion of the Beach Boulevard Frontage Road Adjacent to 8002 Taylor Avenue for Improvements Included in the Beach Boulevard Parkway Landscape Enhancement Project, CC-1229 The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Public Works transmitting the following Statement of Issue: Improvements included in the Beach Boulevard Parkway Landscape Enhancement Project, CC-1229 necessitate the vacation of a portion of the adjacent frontage road to allow access to the residence located at 8002 Taylor Avenue. A public hearing on November 20,2006 will follow adoption of this resolution. Funding Source: No funds required for this action. Mayor Sullivan requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent Calendar to comment on the cost of the project. October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 15 of 21 A motion was made by Sullivan, second Cook to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2006-66, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring Intent to Vacate a Portion of the Public Street Easement Located on Beach Boulevard, South of Taylor Avenue; and. 2) Direct that a Public Hearing be held on November 20, 2006 for all persons interested in or objecting to the proposed street vacation. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None (City Council) Approved a Professional Services Contract with Pacific Advance Civil Engineering, Inc. (PACE) in the Amount of $1,171,600 for the Talbert Lake Diversions Project, Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the Contract, Approved an Increase in the Amount Budgeted for this Project to a Total of $1,171,600, and Appropriated $350,000 from the Water Quality Grant Fund The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Public Works transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The City of Huntington Beach applied for and received a $2,326,000 competitive Proposition 13 Grant from the State of California for a project that will divert and treat urban runoff into Talbert Lake_ Funding Source: Funds in the amount of $840,000 are budgeted in the Water Quality Grant Fund, Talbert Lake Diversion, Drainage improvements, 89288005.82500. The State of California awarded $2,326,000 and an EPA grant for $300,000 provides matching funds for this phase of the project. An additional appropriation from the Water Quality Grant Fund in the amount of $350,000 is requested to cover contract and project management costs_ Offsetting revenue of $350,000 from the State of California should be budgeted. Mayor Sullivan requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent Calendar to ask for clarification on grant requirements_ Public Works Director Robert F. Beardsley explained that the Federal Government requires certain language be included in the agreements and stated the project should remain on schedule. A motion was made by Sullivan, second Coerper to 1) Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Pacific Advance Civil Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services Related to the Talbert Lake Runoff Diversion Project in the amount of $1,171,600; and 2) Approve an increase in the amount of professional services budgeted for this project to a total of $1,171,600; and 3) Appropriate $350,000 from the Water Quality Grant Fund undesignated fund balance 892.31100 and add $350,000 to the estimated revenue from the State of California. Submitted by the Director of Public Works_ The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None (City Council) Approved a Commitment of Federal HOME Investment Partnership Funds in the Amount of $400,000, and Executed Agreement With Jamboree Housing Corporation for an Affordable Housing Acquisition and Rehabilitation Project to Commence Within Six Months to Satisfy a Housing Urban Development (HUD) Deadline October 16, 2006 -- Council/Agency Minutes — Page 16 of 21 (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved Affordable Housing Agreement With JHC-Oakview, LLC. in the Amount of $800,000 Using HOME Investment Partnership Funds and Authorized Execution and Recordation of the Agreement and Necessary Related Documents to Acquire and Rehabilitate Five Apartment Units Located at 17372 Koledo Lane The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Economic Development transmitting the following Statements of Issue: The City Council is asked to approve a commitment of Federal HOME Investment Partnership Funds in the amount of $400,000 to Jamboree Housing Corporation for an affordable housing acquisition and rehabilitation project to be commenced within six months. The proposed HOME Funds Reservation Agreement is necessary at this time for the City to satisfy a HUD deadline to commit a portion of its Federal affordable housing funds by October 31,2006_ Funding Source: $400,000 from FY 2004/05 and FY 2005/06 Home Investment Partnership Program funds (Account # 85280401 = $358,003; and Account # 85380401 = $41,997). The City and the Redevelopment Agency are asked to approve an Affordable Housing Agreement with JHC-Oakview, LLC, a subsidiary of Jamboree Housing Corporation. This agreement provides for a loan in the amount of $1,285,000, comprised of HOME Investment. Partnership program funds and Agency Housing Set Aside funds, for the acquisition and rehabilitation of five apartment units located at 17372 Koledo Lane in the Oakview neighborhood. Funding Source: $800,000 from HOME Investment Partnership program funds ($289,200 from account 84380401; $2,919.38 from account 84880401; $294,390 from account 85080401; and $213,490.62 from account 85180401) and $485,000 from Agency Housing Set Aside funds account 30680301 ($35,000 of which will only be used for relocation costs, if needed). Mayor Sullivan requested that these agenda items be removed from the Consent Calendar to ask for clarification on the programs. Director Smalewitz described program commitments and clarified a numerical error on the report. A motion was made by Sullivan, second Coerper to approve the Home Fund Reservation Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Jamboree Housing Corporation; and City Council Recommended Actions: 1. Approve the Affordable Housing Agreement with JHC-Oakview, LLC for $800,000 using HOME Investment Partnership program funds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of 17372 Koledo Lane; and 2. Authorize execution and recordation of the Affordable Housing Agreement, all attachments, and other necessary related documents by the Mayor, City Administrator and City Clerk when advised by the City Attorney; and 3. Authorize the wire transfer of $800,000 of HOME Investment Partnership program funds to affect the closing of the acquisition escrow; and 4. Temporarily waive the City's insurance requirements for the purpose of approving the City and Agency loans. Direct staff to ensure that insurance requirements as described October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes -- Page 17 of 21 in the Affordable Housing Agreement are met by JHC-Oakview, LLC by the close of escrow. Redevelopment Agency Recommended Actions: 1. Approve the Affordable Housing Agreement with JHC-Oakview, LLC for $485,000 using Agency Housing Set Aside funds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of 17372 Koledo Lane; and 2. Authorize execution and recordation of the Affordable Housing Agreement, all attachments, and other necessary related documents by the Agency Chairperson, Executive Director, and Secretary when advised by the Agency Legal Counsel; and 3. Authorize the wire transfer of $450,000 of Agency Housing Set Aside funds to affect the closing of the acquisition escrow. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None (City Council) Approved Restructure and Expansion of the Fourth of July Executive Board, Simplified Celebration Activities, Increased Parking Rates and Dedicated Revenue and Approved City Subsidy of $30,000, if Needed, from 4th of July Fund Reserves The City Council considered a communication from the Director of Community Services transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The 4th of July Celebration is operated and funded by an all -volunteer board. The Fourth of July Executive Board is having difficulty retaining members due to an increase in workload and rising costs. A restructuring and expansion of the board, simplification of Celebration activities and. some City 4th of July Fund subsidy is being recommended to revitalize the organization and prevent future budget shortfalls. Funding Source: 4th of July Fund Community Services Director Jim Engle presented a PowerPoint report titled Late Communication F-1 Fourth of July Celebration, which was announced earlier as a Late Communication. He reviewed suggestions for cost savings in order to reduce fundraising obligations for committee members including elimination of: the breakfast for parade participants, the celebrity contractor, paid public bleacher seating, the gala, the home decorating contest, and preferred seating at the pier. He also suggested providing additional sanitation, restructuring the Board and increasing the number of members. Mayor Sullivan suggested downsizing the bleachers located at Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway, stating they are not fully utilized. Director Engle announced Board Member Pat Stier and staff liaison Naida Osline were available in the Chambers to also answer questions. Councilmember Green commented on monetary savings realized by holding the fireworks presentation at Huntington Beach High School, suggesting the location be changed back from the pier. Director Engle explained relocating the fireworks to the high school would be less expensive, however he clarified the recent survey found October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 18 of 21 that people prefer the event at the beach, as long as costs to the City were not a factor Councilmember Hansen commented on Board appointments and suggested restructuring it as a committee without a limit on the number of members. He voiced his support for fireworks at the beach/pier. Mayor Sullivan stated his support for increasing the number of committee members, suggesting an eleven member steering committee and a larger full committee. Councilmember Hardy asked for clarification on parking fees_ Director Engle explained the surcharge charged for parking on the Fourth of July is deposited directly in the Fourth of July fund. Councilmember Hardy voiced her support for fireworks at the beach/pier and for the recommendations for changes to the committee. Mayor Pro Tem Coerper commended the Fourth of July Board for its work, and voiced concerns with eliminating some of the Fourth of July events. Director Engle clarified elimination of smaller events in order to focus on the larger events such as the parade, the fireworks, the 5K Run, and merchandise sales. He confirmed that current Board Members would be retained and new members added_ Mayor Pro Tem Coerper asked Board Member Stiers to comment on an increase in Board Members. Ms. Stiers stated it would help for each Board member to have one job instead of juggling several. Councilmember Bohr stated he supports fireworks at the Pier and asked downtown businesses to participate in sponsorships. He thanked staff and the committee for their hard work. Councilmember Cook thanked Fourth of July Board Members for their years of work on the committee and reminded the public and businesses to support the events. Mayor Sullivan thanked the Board Members and staff liaisons for their work. He stated he favors fireworks at the beach. He noted he has concerns about the many City employees who must work the events_ He suggested the parking surcharge apply to the parking structure as well, suggesting an amendment to the motion_ Mayor Pro Tem Coerper suggested amending the motion to state that current Board Members' positions are grandfathered. The Maker and Second to the motion agreed that is understood. City Attorney Jennifer McGrath commented the motion would not need amending, but noted that term limits may need to be addressed.. A motion was made by Cook, second Bohr to 1. Simplify the 4th of July Celebration in order to reduce costs and provide a reasonable workload to volunteer Fourth of July Executive Board members; and 2. Continue to present fireworks at the beach; and 3. Subsidize Celebration to an amount of $30,000, if needed from the 4th of July Fund reserves to help offset the costs; and 4. Restructure the Fourth of July Executive Board to include eleven members selected by the two Council liaisons, and direct the City Attorney to amend HBMC Chapter 2.106. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 19 of 21 A motion was made by Cook, second Bohr to as amended, continue to increase beach parking rates from $10 to $20 at South Beach parking lots, from $12 to $20 in Pier Plaza and the Parking Structures on July 4 with the additional revenue dedicated to the 4th of July Celebration to help offset event costs. The motion carried by the following roil call vote: AYES: Bohr, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: Green (City Council) Defer Appropriation of the General Fund Second Tier Reserve to Midyear Review; Double Beach Restroom Cleaning Funding to $64,400 The City Council considered a communication from the City Administrator transmitting the following Statement of Issue: During the public hearing for the fiscal year 2006/2007 budget, the City Council requested that the appropriation of second tier reserve funds be discussed at a future meeting. Funding Source: General Fund 2nd Reserve. Deputy City Administrator Paul Emery presented a PowerPoint report titled Appropriation of Second Tier Reserve, which was announced earlier as a fate Communication. He noted an error in the figure shown for current backlog of Residential Pavement Overlay_ Councilmember Cook inquired about the status of the staff position for graffiti removal and asked staff to report back to Council on a chemical solution that may be distributed to residents to assist in abatement. Public Works Director Beardsley clarified that between two staff painters, the staff time is equivalent to one full-time graffiti abatement staff person. He explained the chemical solution is hazardous material, and must include training for users_ Councilmember Bohr suggested the RSVP volunteers be included in the graffiti abatement effort. Councilmember Hansen asked about any restrictions imposed at midyear regarding appropriations. He suggested advancing the residential street program at midyear, and urged bathroom and downtown cleaning be addressed immediately_ City Administrator Culbreth-Graft explained the restrictions at midyear depend on the availability of dollars. A motion was made by Hansen, second Hardy to defer appropriations to midyear review, with the exception of doubling beach restroom cleaning for $64,400, downtown sidewalk cleaning, and downtown parking structure restroom cleaning. (The motion was subsequently amended) Councilmember Hardy asked staff to comment on Central Park restroom doors and security issues. Deputy City Administrator Emery described discussions with the Police Chief, stating Central Park security issues have improved, and it would be appropriate to install restroom doors. She voiced her support for deferring appropriations to midyear, however stating her support for beach restroom and street/sidewalk cleaning increases. Councilmember Cook stated her support fora $64,400 increase for cleaning beach restrooms. October 16, 2006 -- Council/Agency Minutes — Page 20 of 21 Mayor Pro Tem Coerper asked about Downtown Committee research and recommendations for downtown cleaning_ Economic Development Director Smalewitz explained the committee is researching service level and costs and will submit recommendations soon. Mayor Pro Tern Coerper suggested three additional graffiti abatement employees and voiced his support for increased downtown cleaning_ Councilmember Bohr voiced his support for the Sister City appropriations, stating he would like more information on restroom cleaning. Councilmember Green stated her support for delaying the decision to increase downtown cleaning to the midyear review. She asked staff for cost estimates for the various requests. Public Works Director Beardsley estimated $50,000 for sidewalks and $50,000 for street sweeping; Community Services Director Engle estimated $15,000 for downtown restrooms. Mayor Sullivan voiced his concerns with the process being followed_ Councilmember Cook asked the Maker of the motion to consider only additional restroom cleaning. Councilmember Hansen modified the motion to include only the $64,400 identified in the report to increase the cleaning of beach restrooms. He asked staff to report back on exact cost of additional sidewalk cleaning and parking structure restroom cleaning. Councilmember Hardy, as Second to the motion, agreed to the modification. A motion was made by Hansen, second Hardy to as amended, defer appropriations to midyear review, with the exception of doubling beach restroom cleaning for $64,400. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None (City Council) Approved for Introduction Ordinance No. 3754 Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amending Section 14.16.180 Relating to the Sale of Water Outside the City Limits Councilmember Hardy asked staff for clarification. Public Works Director Beardsley explained the Recommended Action would result in a permanent change to the ordinance, allowing for certain public uses only and does not require a surplus water declaration. A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to after the City Clerk read by title, approve introduction of Ordinance No. 3754, An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amending Section 14.16.180 Relating to the Sale of Water Outside the City Limits. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Bohr, Green, Coerper, Sullivan, Hardy, Hansen, and Cook NOES: None October 16, 2006 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 21 of 21 (City Council) Councilmember Green Thanked Surf City Animal Response Team for Class; Congratulated CERT on October 11, 2006 Drill Councilmember Cathy Green thanked the Surf City Animal Response Team for the animal disaster preparedness and sheltering class held recently, fulfilling federal and state mandates. She congratulated the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) on the October 11, 2006 drill held at Mile Square Park. (City Council) Mayor Pro Tern Coerper Described Visits to Fire Stations _and Commended Staff Mayor Pro Tern Gil Coerper described his visits to the fire stations during the Open House, including an emergency escape exercise, on October 14, 2006 and commended Fire Department staff and their family members for their efforts.. (City Council) Mayor Sullivan Announced Availability of Study Session Audio Recordings on City Website; Early Voting Available in City Hall Parking Lot October 28, 2006; Candidate Forum Scheduled for October 17, 2006; and Marine Fundraising Carwashes Scheduled for October 21, 2006 Mayor Dave Sullivan announced that audio recordings of Study Sessions and off -site meetings would be posted on the website beginning October 17, 2006; early voting would be available in the City Hall parking lot on October 28, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. to 2.-00 p.m.; a Candidate Forum is scheduled for October 17, 2006 in the Council Chambers; Marine fundraising carwashes are scheduled for October 21, 2006 at the 76 Station at the corner of Adams and Magnolia, at the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club, and at Orchard Supply Hardware, Seacliff Shopping Center. The carwashes are scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m-, and $10 "Challenge Coins" and $10 "Toast Cards" will be available for purchase, with funds benefiting the Annual Marine Birthday dinner. Adjournment — City Council/Redevelopment Agency Mayor Sullivan adjourned the regular meetings of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach at 10:36 p-m. to Monday, November 6, 2006, at 4:00 p.m., in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: q4-. &_00 ty4 City Clerk-Cle PO&J 0�. Jivowo- City Cl4.J and ex-officio Clerk cVhe City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach, California Mayor -Chair