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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-12-03Minutes Council/RDA Meeting City Council/Redevelopment Agency City of Huntington Beach Monday, December 3, 2007 4:00 P.M. — B-8 6:00 P.M. — Council Chambers Civic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 An audio recording of the 4:00 p.m. portion of the meeting and a video recording of the 6:00 p.m. portion of this meeting are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are archived at www.surfcity-hb.org. The 4:00 p.m. portion of the meeting was recessed by Deputy City Clerk Kelly Mandic to 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers due to a lack of quorum. Call to Order Mayor Coerper called the regular meeting of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 6:07 p.m., in the Council Chambers. City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting Roll Call Present: Bohr, Carchio, Cook, Coerper, Green, Hansen, and Hardy Absent: None Mayor Coerper recognized Tom and Luann Hobbs as the Grand Prize winners of a "Trip for Two" to New Zealand, including a four -night Auckland package. The drawing was held downtown on Main Street during Surf City Fest December 1-2 Taste of New Zealand festivities. Proceeds will benefit Olive Crest Homes and Services for Abused Children and the Huntington Beach Youth Shelter. Posting of Colors — Led by Fullerton Recruiting Company Southern California Recruiting Battalion Pledge of Allegiance/Flag Salute — Led by Boy Scouts of America, Explorer Post 558 Vocal Performance of Our National Anthem — Performed by Councilmember Jill Hardy Invocation — Led by Bob Harvey, Mayor of Waitakere, New Zealand, and Rewi Spraggon, Maori Projects Officer, who performed a traditional native blessing (City Council) Presentations Made by Mayor Coerper Mayor Coerper thanked Mayor Bob Harvey and delegates visiting here from Waitakere, New Zealand and presented framed prints of the "Cattle Drive" held on the City beach on July 26, December 3, 2007 - Council/Agency Minutes - Page 2 of 11 2007 (commemorative of the Cowabunga theme of the Orange County Fair). He thanked Captain Mark Green, Company Commander, U.S. Army Recruiting Company and 1 SG Tracy L. Cutler, Company First Sergeant, for their outstanding service during the war and presented them with framed prints of "Cattle Drive." Mayor Coerper and his wife Louann recognized the support staff from Administration and presented gifts. They also recognized their two sons for their continuous support and presented them with framed prints of "Cattle Drive." Mayor Coerper thanked seated Councilmembers, the City Treasurer, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Administrator, Fire Chief, Chief of Police, and the Marine Safety Division Chief and presented them with framed prints of "Cattle Drive." Councilmembers thanked Mayor Coerper for his service, friendship, and compassion for the City. Public Comments — None (City Council) State of the City Address Delivered by Outgoing Mayor Coerper Mayor Coerper highlighted accomplishments made in the last year including a balanced budget with a solid reserve, the City's upgraded bond rating to AA, and national recognition for the City's investment policy. He mentioned the major projects under construction as Pacific City, The Strand, Home Depot and Toyota of Huntington Beach. He thanked staff for addressing housing needs which include 201 new homes being built on Newland Street, the Bolsa Chica Mesa annexation consisting of 356 new homes, and 500 units planned for the Pacific City project. He noted the work done on the proposed 45,000-square foot Senior Center, and the environmental achievements established on the Orange Coast River Park on the Santa Ana River. He expressed gratitude for the City's collaboration with Rainbow Disposal to change to an automated refuse collection system to improve waste recycling, and the opportunity for our City to be one of the first to institute a Green Building program. Mayor Coerper thanked fellow Councilmembers for their support in signing the United States Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement, addressing global climate changes caused by burning fossil fuel. He noted the completion of $50 Million in infrastructure contracts that built or rehabilitated miles of arterial streets, sewer lines, and water transmission and distribution mains. He expressed enthusiasm that the City is well on its way to regaining the number of police officers it had before the 2002 budget cuts, the recent State grant received for targeting Driving Under the Influence (DUI) violators, a storage garage constructed for emergency response vehicles at the Heliport, and the new reward program and graffiti hotline established to reduce graffiti and capture offenders. He described the success of the City and the Downtown Business Improvement District's inauguration of Surf City Nights, and his leadership role in the delegation to Anjo Japan to honor the 25th Anniversary of our Sister City relationship. Mayor Coerper also mentioned challenges faced by our City this past year including the ban of medical marijuana facilities, the implementation of a spay/neuter/microchip program, and the recent ordinance adopted to ban public nudity. Mayor Coerper again thanked staff for keeping Council informed on a daily basis, and he asked department heads to stand for acknowledgement. He thanked City Administrator Culbreth-Graft for her dedication to the City and assistance to him during the past year, and stated respect for incoming Mayor Debbie Cook's energy conservation role, enthusiasm and dedication to strong principles, thanking her for sharing her vast knowledge with him on environmental issues. December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 3 of 11 (City Council) Presentations by Community Members to Mayor Coerper Several members of the community thanked Mayor Coerper for his service. The speakers included Alan Chancellor, Human Relations Task Force Chair, who presented a framed certificate, Dave Sullivan, former Mayor and Councilmember, and Kreg Muller, President of the Huntington Beach Police Officers Association. (City Council) Conducted Election of Mayor for Ensuing Year A motion was made by Hardy, second Bohr to elect Debbie Cook as Mayor for the ensuing year. The motion was approved by acclamation. (City Council) Oath of Office Given to Mayor Debbie Cook Mayor Cook invited her family to come forward and join her as City Clerk Joan L. Flynn administered the Oath of Office. (City Council) New Mayor Cook Presented a Bronze Eagle to Outgoing Mayor Coerper Mayor Cook presented Councilmember Coerper with a bronze eagle and gave thanks for the valuable lessons he provided to her and her fellow Councilmembers. (City Council) Outgoing Mayor Coerper Presented a Badge and Gavel to New Mayor Cook Councilmember Coerper presented a Huntington Beach badge and gavel to the new Mayor Debbie Cook. (City Council) New Mayor Presides and Calls for Election of Mayor Pro Tempore for Ensuing Year A motion was made by Hansen, second Coerper to elect Keith Bohr as Mayor Pro Tempore for the ensuing year. The motion was approved by acclamation. (City Council) Oath of Office Given to Mayor Pro Tempore Keith Bohr City Clerk Joan L. Flynn administered the Oath of Office to new Mayor Pro Tempore Keith Bohr. (City Council) Comments Made by Newly Elected Mayor Debbie Cook Mayor Cook thanked her colleagues, family and friends for their ongoing support. She listed her goals for her term of office including working with a new city administrator, department heads, new positions of Energy Project Manager and Water Conservation Coordinator, and an up- coming collaboration between the City and the Chamber of Commerce to conduct a Green Energy Fair. She described her enthusiasm to address energy constraints by reducing excessive dependence of fossil fuels, the likelihood of supply disruptions and physical limits of the world's oil extraction industry, and local government's creativity to provide municipal services in an energy -constrained world. She looks forward to pursuing ever-increasing connections and collaborations between community, business and government. Mayor December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 4 of 11 Cook then asked Mayor Bob Harvey of Waitakere to come forward and presented him with four replication paintings of Huntington Beach by local artist Joshua Serafin. Mayor Cook described meeting Mayor Harvey during a visit to Waitakere five years ago, describing the beauty and similarities of our two cities. She also welcomed Carmen Erber of the Sister City Association who announced that spaces are still available for a Sister City trip to New Zealand scheduled for February 20 — March 1, 2008, A PowerPoint presentation was provided that depicted numerous facilities and public art displayed in Waitakere. (City Council) Presentation by New Zealand Sister City Blaine Te Rito, a Maori artist specializing in carving of native wood, presented a traditional carving he carved downtown during the Taste of New Zealand to Mayor Cook from the Waitakere City Council. Local surf legend, Bob "The Greek" Bolen, presented sweatshirts, a custom surfboard, and historical photos to Mayor Harvey and the delegates. (City Council) Presentations by Community Members to New Mayor Cook Several members of the community congratulated Mayor Cook and presented her gifts. The speakers included: Connie Boardman, former Mayor and Council Member, Gerald Chapman, President of Bolsa Chica Land Trust, and Maureen Sloan James, General Manager of Five Points Center Retire Colors — Boy Scouts of America, Explorer Post 558 Recess — Reception in Room B-8 Mayor Cook recessed the meeting to a reception in Room B-8 at 7:47 p.m. Reconvened in the Council Chambers — 8:31 p.m. City Council/Redevelopment Roll Call Present: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio. Absent: None. City Clerk Flynn Announced The Following Late Communications Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, City Clerk Flynn announced the following Late Communications regarding agenda items received by her office following distribution of the agenda packet. Councilmember Gil Coerper and Mayor Pro Tern Keith Bohr submitted reports pursuant to AB1234 which are on file in the City Clerk's Office. Communication submitted by Jennifer McGrath, City Attorney, dated December 3, 2007, regarding an Amendment to the Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Paul Emery for the position of Interim City Administrator. The Following Communication Was Received During the Meeting December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 5 of 11 Communication submitted by Mayor Gil Coerper, dated December 3, 2007 and titled City of Huntington Beach Citywide Accomplishments for the Year 2007. Communication submitted by Norman Covington, undated and untitled, containing a petition with 950 signatures addressed to the Huntington Beach City Council and Coastline Community College Board Members in opposition to a development of Costco on Golden West College property. This Evening's Reception - Mayor Cook thanked the Human Resources Task Force for hosting tonight's reception and for providing cuisine from Japan, Mexico, Vietnam, Italy, Greece, Armenia and Persia. Public Comments (The numbers following speakers' comments reflect the approximate point in time in the archived video the speaker appears at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/Government/Agendas) David Mercier, voiced his concern of the growing number of homeless individuals in our city that have motorhomes and campers with no approved parking areas for them to sleep. He urged Council to designate a parking space for these individuals. (2:34:09) Jerry Kaufman, resident of Westminster and representing savegoldenwestcollege.com coalition, spoke in opposition to leasing Golden West College property for the development of a Costco. He stated his objection to building low-cost student housing and parking across from the college adjacent to Gothard Street. He expressed his concerns of safety issues related to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), stating that scientists have been studying EMFs for many years in an effort to determine exposure effects on human health. He urged Council not to develop property located under existing high-powered electrical lines. (2:34:32) Dr. Les Mittleman, resident of Westminster, spoke in opposition to leasing Golden West College property for the development of a Costco. He acknowledged the potential revenue generated by Costco stores, but he doesn't believe this development warrants eliminating seasonal uses such as the Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm at Goldenwest Street and McFadden Avenue. He also addressed environmental concerns related to Costco gas station requirements. (2:37:30) Robert Sternberg, 17-year resident of Huntington Beach and President of Goldenwest Homeowner Association, spoke in opposition to leasing Golden West College property for the development of a Costco. He disagrees with what he perceives to be the decimation of the athletic fields at the College, and he offered his assistance to Council to find alternative sites which included the Levitz Furniture store at 7441 Edinger Avenue, and a City -owned 18-acre parcel at Goldenwest Street and Ellis Avenue. (2:40:48) Norman Covington, representing the savegoldenwestcolleg e.com coalition and its president William Holgren, spoke in opposition to leasing Golden West College property for the develop- ment of a Costco. He distributed maps for Council's consideration, depicting alternative sites available for development. He also noted that he obtained and distributed to the City Clerk, 950 signatures in opposition to any commercial development at the proposed site. He assured Council that he does not object to Costco stores in general, only at this site. (2:44:00) December 3, 2007 - Council/Agency Minutes - Page 6 of 11 Brian Rechsteiner, resident of Huntington Beach and President of Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD), addressed the Consent Item pertaining to Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan. He clarified that the Kettler school site has not been declared surplus by the District and requested that staff make an adjustment to Table 1, page 3 of the staff report, reducing the Naylor Act 30 percent to 9.59 acres from 12.53 acres. He also stated that the City is only entitled to take 30% of a site that is offered for sale, not 30% of all sites declared surplus as he believes is referenced in the staff report. He offered the District's desire to work with the City to further discuss these outstanding issues. (2:47:36) Gus Mau, spoke in favor of placing a resolution to impeach President George W. Bush and Vice -President Dick Cheney on the City Council agenda. It is his opinion that the current administration is taking away citizens' rights under The Constitution, stating his support of the men who lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and how he believes their sacrifices are now being disregarded. (2:50:05) Gene Senger, resident of Westminster, spoke in opposition to leasing Golden West College property for the development of a Costco, in particular, the proposed units for low-income student housing. He noted discrepancies in reports of declining enrollment, and he believes if there is a decline, college administrators and the City need to review curricula and offer classes that are more suited for fulfilling today's academic requirements. (2:51:45) Crystal Kerins, President of Huntington Beach Tomorrow, addressed the Consent Item pertaining to Surplus School Property Purchase Plan, and noted that all available surplus properties are located in southeast Huntington Beach and utilized by thousands of children and families as open space in which they recreate. She encouraged the HBCSD to negotiate only with the City of Huntington Beach for the sale of these properties and she urged the City to purchase all of the properties offered for sale, not just the space that the City can purchase under the Naylor Act, in order to keep it open for recreation. (2:55:02) (City Council) AB 1234 Disclosure Reporting Mayor Pro Tem Keith Bohr and Councilmember Gil Coerper submitted reports pursuant to AB1234 and on file in the City Clerk's Office. City Attorney's Report of Litigation Filed — None (City Council) Public Hearing Held - Adopted Ordinance Nos. 3789, 3790 and 3791 Amending Various Chapters of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) to Enforce 2007 Construction Codes that Regulate the Health and Safety of the Structures in Huntington Beach and Meet Local Conditions in Addition to the State of California Building Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes Which Become Effective January 1, 2008 (Approved for Introduction November 5, 2007. Mayor Cook announced that this was the time noticed for a public hearing to consider communication from the Director of Building and Safety transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The 2007 construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the structures in our community were adopted by the State of California on July 1, 2007. State law December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 7 of 11 mandates that these codes be enforced starting January 1, 2008. In order to amend the codes to meet our local conditions we are required to officially adopt the codes. Companion codes and ordinances used for the administration of the codes are also included. Legal Notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been mailed, published and posted. City Administrator Culbreth-Graft called on Ross Cranmer, Director of Building and Safety, who gave an oral report on the State law mandates of the City's Building and Safety codes. Mayor Cook declared the public hearing open. City Clerk Flynn announced for the record no late communications or public speakers pertaining to this hearing item. There being no persons present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed, either written or oral, the Mayor closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Green, second Hardy to after City Clerk reads by title, 1) Adopt Ordinance No. 3789, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Titled the Huntington Beach Building Code;" 2) Adopt Ordinance No. 3790, 'An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 17.40 - Huntington Beach Mechanical Code, Chapter 17.44 - Huntington Beach Plumbing Code, and Chapter 17.48 - Huntington Beach Electrical Code;" and, 3) Adopt Ordinance No. 3791, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Various Chapters of Title 17 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Construction and Structures. " by roll call vote. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio NOES: None Consent Calendar — Item Removed for Separate Discussion (City Council) Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan for the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD) Consent Calendar — Items Approved A motion was made by Green, second Carchio to approve the following Consent Calendar items, as recommended. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio NOES: None (City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Approved Minutes — Approved and adopted the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting of November 19, 2007 as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Submitted by the City Clerk. (City Council) Reviewed and Accepted the City Attorney's Quarterly Report of Activity for July 1, 2007 through September 30, 2007 — Reviewed and Accepted the City Attorney's Third Quarterly Report for July 1, 2007 through September 30, 2007. Submitted by the City Attorney. Funding Source: Not applicable. December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 8 of 11 (City Council) Adopted Resolution Nos. 2007-79, 2007-80, 2007-81, 2007-82 and 2007-83, Requesting Authorization by the City and Cal Trans for Temporary Closure of Local Streets, Including Portions of Main Street, Pacific Coast Highway, Goldenwest Street, Garfield Avenue, Edwards Street, Ellis Avenue, Talbert Avenue, Seapoint Street, Inlet Drive, Overlook Drive, Summit Drive, Varsity Drive and Central Park Drive for Certain Special Events in 2008 —1) Adopted Resolution No. 2007-79, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing the Closing of Main Street to Vehicular Traffic for Certain Special Events," 2) Adopted Resolution No. 2007-80, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Requesting Cal Trans Approve the Closing of Pacific Coast Highway for the Surf City USA Marathon Run, " 3) Adopted Resolution No. 2007- 81, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach for the Temporary Closure of Portions of Goldenwest Street, Garfield Avenue, Edwards Street, Ellis Avenue, Talbert Avenue, Seapoint Street, Inlet Drive, Overlook Drive, Summit Drive, Varsity Drive and Central Park Drive for the Surf City USA Marathon Run, "4) Adopted Resolution No. 2007-82, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Requesting Cal Trans Approve the Closing of Pacific Coast Highway for the Huntington Beach Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks, " and, 5) Adopted Resolution No. 2007-83, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Street Closure for the Fourth of July." Submitted by the Director of Community Services. Funding Source: Not applicable. (City Council) Approved Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Travis K. Hopkins as the Director of Public Works —1) Approved the appointment of Travis K. Hopkins to the position of Director of Public Works; and, 2) Approved and authorized the City Administrator to execute the Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Travis K. Hopkins for the position of Director of Public Works. Submitted by the Deputy City Administrator, City Services. Funding Source: The position of Director of Public Works is a budgeted position in the Fiscal Year 2007/2008. No additional funding is required. (City Council) Approved as Amended by Late Communication, the Appointment of Interim City Administrator Paul Emery and Authorized the City Attorney to Execute an Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Approved Appointee —1) Appointed an internal candidate Paul Emery, to the position of Interim City Administrator; and, 2) Authorized the City Attorney to execute the Employment Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and the selected internal candidate Paul Emery, to the position of Interim City Administrator effective January 3, 2008. Submitted by the City Administrator. Funding Source: The position of City Administrator is budgeted in the Fiscal Year 200712008. No additional funding is required. (City Council) Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Duane Olson, Fire Chief — The City Administrator recommended the City Council approve the Amendment No 2. to Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Duane Olson, Fire Chief. Submitted by the City Administrator. Funding Source: Funds are available in the Fire Administration account 10065101.51100. (City Council) Approved the November 2007 Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan for the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD), and Directed Staff to Update the Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan as Additional School Sites are Identified for Surplus for City Council Approval. December 3, 2007 - Council/Agency Minutes - Page 9 of 11 The City Council considered a communication from the Directors of Community Services and Planning, transmitting the following Statement of Issue: The disposal of surplus school property that qualifies as park or recreational open space is regulated by the Naylor Act. This Act gives the City first priority to acquire a surplus site but requires the City to adopt a Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan prior to such acquisition. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Councilmember Hardy requested that this agenda item be removed from the Consent Calendar for clarification and discussion. City Administrator Culbreth-Graft called on Jim Engle, Community Services Director to give an overview of this item. Director Engle discussed the number of surplus sites available and addressed comments made by speaker Mr. Rechsteiner, president of HBCSD. Councilmember Hansen questioned staff if the City is guaranteed to have the 30 percent option available to purchase future surplus properties under the Naylor Act. Director Engle referred to the staff report and responded that as additional closed sites are surplused, the City's Surplus School Purchasing Plan must be updated to address that school district. Councilmember Hansen questioned whether the City's current Plan would be consistent, and not required to be updated if Kettler and/or LeBard school sites are declared surplus in the future and Director Engle responded affirmatively. Councilmember Hardy referenced staff report language "along with the condition that the City may not acquire more than 30 percent of the site," requesting clarification that this condition is only applicable to the Naylor Act. She clarified that the City could, in fact, acquire 100% of the school sites outside of the Naylor Act if it wanted to purchase the properties as a bona fide purchaser on the fair market, and City Attorney McGrath responded affirmatively. Councilmember Coerper stated that he believed the whole purpose to approve a Surplus Property Purchasing Plan was to assure compliance. City Administrator Culbreth-Graft responded that the City's Purchasing Plan is part of its Strategic Plan and was last updated in May 2005. By Council direction, staff updated it specifically for two schools that were being surplused by another school district. A motion was made by Green, second Coerper to 1) Approve the November 2007 Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan for the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach School District; and, 2) Direct staff to update the November 2007 Surplus School Property Purchasing Plan as additional school sites are identified for surplus for City Council approval. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio NOES: None (City Council) Adopted Ordinance No. 3794 Amending Chapter 14.55 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMIC) Relating to Rates, Charges, Annual Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPIU) Adjustment and Billing for the Sewer Service Charge — Adopted Ordinance No. 3794, 'An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 14.55 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to the Rates, Charges, Annual CPIU Adjustment and Billing for the Sewer Service Charge" Approved for Introduction November 19, 2007. December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 10 of 11 A motion was made by Bohr, second Coerper to after the City Clerk reads by title, Adopt Ordinance No. 3794, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 14.55 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to the Rates, Charges, Annual CPIU Adjustment and billing for the Sewer Service charge, " by roll call vote. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio NOES: None (City Council) Adopted Ordinance No 3795, Amending Chapters 14.12, 14.36 and 14.54 of the HBMC Relating to Water and Sewer Service Charges — Adopted Ordinance No. 3795, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapters 14.12, 14.36 and 14.54 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Water and Sewer Service and Charges. " Approved for Introduction November 19, 2007. A motion was made by Coerper, second Green to after the City Clerk reads by title, Adopt Ordinance No. 3795, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapters 14.12, 14.36 and 14.54 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Water and Sewer Service and charges, "by roll call vote. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, and Carchio NOES: None Council Comments — (Not Agendized) Councilmember Coerper reported attending the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for David Richard Priver on Saturday, November 24. He also announced the re -dedication of the Veteran's Monument at the Civic Center on Monday, December 17 at 4:00 p.m., in memory of three Huntington Beach Marines killed in Iraq. Councilmember Carchio thanked the Economic Development staff for their hard work coordinating the "Taste of New Zealand" experience December 1 and 2. He also thanked Mayor Bob Harvey of Waitakere for hosting the reception at Chimayo's Restaurant on Sunday, December 2, 2007. Called Closed Session of City Council/Redevelopment Agency — 9:12 p.m. A motion by Green, second Bohr to recess to closed session on the following item. The motion carried by consensus of all present. (City Council) Closed Session — Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, the Council shall recess to Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators: Penelope Culbreth-Graft, City Administrator; Bob Hall, Deputy City Administrator; Michele Carr, Director of Human Resources; Dan Villeila, Finance Director; Duane Olson, Fire Chief and Renee Mayne, Chief Negotiator, regarding labor negotiations with MEO, MEA, HBFA, HBPOA, and Non -Associated. December 3, 2007 — Council/Agency Minutes — Page 11 of 11 Reconvened City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting — 9:40 p.m. The City Attorney Did Not Report Any Actions Taken During Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code §54957.1(a) (3) (B). Council/Agency adjournment at 9:40 p.m., to Monday, December 17, 2007, at 4:00 p.m., in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: 0^M) MI-Jiw4o City Cler nd ex-officio Clerk of City Council of the City of Huntington each and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach, California FUL city Cl- Mayor -Chair fI Irk /1