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Home My WebLink About2010-10-04Minutes City Council/Redevelopment Agency/Public Financing Authority Meeting City of Huntington Beach Monday, October 4, 2010 4:00 PM - Room B-8 6:00 PM - Council Chambers Civic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 A video recording of this meeting is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and is archived at http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/government/agendas/ The City Clerk recessed the 4:00 PM portion of the meeting to 6:00 PM due to an anticipated lack of quorum. 6:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING - 6:03 PM CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY- None. ROLL CALL - (Councilmembers Joe Carchio and Gil Coerper were granted permission to be absent pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-5.4) Present: Hardy, Green,.Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen Absent: Carchio, and Coerper PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Counciimember Bohr. INVOCATION - Given by Maria Conney, Huntington Beach Interfaith Council. ANNOUNCEMENT OF LATE COMMUNICATION - None. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Presentation - Mayor Green called on Fire Chief Patrick McIntosh to receive a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week- October 3 - 9, 2010. Presentation - Mayor Green called Project Self Sufficiency Foundation Chair Scott Neill and Project Self Sufficiency Coordinator Brigette Beisner to receive a commendation for 25 years of dedicated service to the community. Council/RDA/PFA Minutes October 4, 2010 Page 2 of 6 Presentation - Mayor Green called on Candace Bartsch from the Huntington Beach Council on Aging to introduce a video clip about senior services and the Council on Aging. Presentation - Mayor Green called on Jenelle Froisland from Southern California Edison to present an energy efficiency incentive check in the amount of $109,194.54 for the recently completed Central Library Retro-commissioning (a comprehensive building tune up) project. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) (The number following the speaker's comments reflect the approximate point in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/govemment/agendas). Joseph Kutcher, a 12-year resident of Huntington Beach, voiced his concern about the increased volume of speeding automobiles on Springdale Road and the ongoing unfulfilled requests for a Traffic Light at the corner of Croupier and Springdale. In closing, he presented a signed petition from his neighbors supporting the Traffic Light. (00:18:00) Leslie Gilson presented a flyer regarding the proposed reductions of critical City Services, such as Police and Fire, in order to fund City Maintenance Services, especially City Parks Maintenance, and urged all Huntington Beach residents to vote Yes on Measure "O." Councilmember Hansen asked City Administrator Wilson to respond and he stated that the proposed reductions were just "what -if" scenarios should a $6 million budget reduction became necessary. (00:20:52) Gerald Chapman presented a Huntington Beach Law Enforcement News article opposing Measure "O" that his personal investigation indicates was written by the Police Officers Association (POA). In closing, he rendered his opinion that the POA's motive is to protect its pension benefits. (00:25:01) Jean Nagy stated her displeasure with the content and cost of the Police and Fire Associations flyer opposing Measure "O" and categorized it as "Tree Bashing." In closing, she urged all Huntington Beach residents to vote Yes on Measure "O." Councilmember Bohr announced an upcoming televised debate regarding Measure "O" and Mayor Green explained that she had requested its financial impact analysis before placing it on the ballot. Councilmember Hansen stated that he considered the financial impact analysis incomprehensive, and that it had not been subjected to formal City Council debate and public scrutiny. (00:28:01) Dick Harlow, a member of the Huntington Beach Infrastructure Advisory Committee, reviewed the years of studies and public meetings which resulted in the conclusion that Huntington Beach has an impending infrastructure funding crisis and the need for Measure "O." (00:37:24) Glen Brooks, a resident of Huntington Beach since 1968, stated his displeasure with the City's lack of control of Political Campaign Signs during Campaign Season, which in his opinion gives the city a degenerate appearance. In closing, he presented the guidelines and ordinances from Costa Mesa regarding Political Campaign Signs. (00:41:02) John Houser, a Huntington Beach resident since 1966, stated that he supports the findings of Council/RDA/PFA Minutes October 4, 2010 Page 3 of 6 the previous speaker Glen Brooks, and that he considers Political Campaign Signs an eyesore. (00:44:01) Richard Moore of Huntington Beach Reads One Book announced that this year's book is "A Barefoot Heart", which is available in both English and Spanish. (00:49:02) Andrissa Dominguez, a candidate for Huntington Beach City Council, stated that she, like many residents, considers that an overabundance of Political Campaign Signs gives the city a trashy appearance. In closing, she stated that she would support some type of regulation of Political Campaign Signs if elected. (00:51.59) Wayne Pettigrew requested that the City Council support Resolution 382 (Agenda Item No. 5). (00:54:03) Todd Laplante, a resident of Huntington Beach, requested that the City Council support Resolution 382 (Agenda Item No. 5). (00:56:01) Jerry Clarke, a resident of Huntington Beach, requested that the City Council support Resolution 382 (Agenda Item No. 5). (00:56:24) Carole Ann Wall, a resident of Huntington Beach for 48 years, encouraged the City Council to support Resolution 382 (Agenda Item No. 5). (00:57:26) Pat Rogers, a resident of Huntington Beach, urged the City Council to support Resolution 382 (Agenda Item No_ 5). (00:57:40) Blair Farley, a Planning Commission Member, recommended that the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) issued in Spring of 2009 for Brethren Christian School to build a gymnasium and football field be revoked and revised. He gave three reasons: (1) increased automobile traffic and; (2) light and noise mitigation were inadequately addressed in the Conditions of Approval (COA) and; (3) inadequate parking facilities. (00:58:25) Council made several inquiries of staff regarding lighting and grant opportunities for lighting related to the matter presented by the public speaker. COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE REPORTING Councilmember Devin Dwyer announced the 2010 Biannual Allied Arts Awards. He noted he is the liaison to the Arts Committee. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Administrator Fred Wilson provided a brief report on oil pipelines in the City and noted that information will be posted on the City's website. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT 1. Reviewed and accepted the City Treasurer's July 2010 Investment Summary Report Council/RDA/PFA Minutes October 4, 2010 Page 4 of 0 The City Treasurer presented a PowerPoint slide detailing the report for the Council and the City's subagencies. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to Review and accept the Monthly Investment Report. Following review of the report by motion of Council, accept the Monthly Investment Report for July 2010, 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: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper CONSENT CALENDAR 2. Approved and adopted minutes A motion was made by Hardy, second Hansen to Approve and adopt the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency/ Public Financing Authority regular meeting of September 7, 2010, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper 3. Adopt Resolution No. 2010-70 approving a Side Letter to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA) regarding the Medical Retirement Trust Fund Program A motion was made by Hardy, second Hansen to Adopt Resolution No. 2010-70, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), By Adopting the Side Letter Agreement." The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS 4. Received and filed Library Strategic Plan 2010 - 2013 The Library Director Stephanie Beverage made a PowerPoint Presentation. Slides were entitled: The Public Library Association, How can the Library help make HB the City we all want it to be?, Community Priorities Identified, Goals, and Progress has already been made. A motion was made by Hardy, second Bohr to Receive and file Library Strategic Plan 2010 - 2013. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: C_ouncii/RDA/PFA Minutes October 4, 2010 Page 5 of 6 AYES: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper 5. Adopted Agency Resolution No. 382 approving an Affordable Housing Agreement with BTDJM Phase 11 Associates (DJM), LLC, for a 467 mixed -use project located at 7601 Edinger Avenue; and, authorize execution of all related documents Cathy Head of Keyser -Marston Associates Inc., gave a brief summary of the terms of the Affordable Housing Agreement with DJM and recommended City Council approval. A PowerPoint presentation was given with slides entitled: Project Description, Affordable Housing Agreement, and Recommendation. Councilmembers made inquiries which were responded to by the developer and staff. A motion was made by Hardy, second Bohr to adopt Agency Resolution No. 382, "Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach Approving an Affordable Housing Agreement With BTDJM Phase 11 Associates LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company as amended to: (1) extend from 30 to 90 days the time limit for renters to accept offer to purchase and; (2) preference given to Huntington Beach residents and/or those - employed in the city based on a point system;" and, authorize the Chairperson, Executive Director, and Agency Secretary to sign all related documents. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: v one ABSENT-.` " . Carchio, and Coerper ORDINANCE FCvR- INTRODUCTION 6. Approved,fcr.-introduction 0- minance No. 3900 amending Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Chap`mr;a7 5 ,by:,adopting the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition; and, schedule a public hearing for,Novefnber 15, 2010 Fire Marshal Reardon gave a brief overview of the recommended local amendments to the 2010 Californian -Fire Code. A PowerPoint was given with slides entitled: Report to the City Council, Background" -Loca.i.Amendments, Overview of significant changes made by Huntington Beach, = and Recommendation. A moti: was mad.e by Hardy, second Bohr to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 3900, An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending -.-Municipal. -Code Chapter 17.56 Adopting the California Fire Code 2010 Edition; and, schedule a pWic hearing ,for November 15, 2010. The motion. carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Hardy, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: None ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper Council/RDA/PFA Minutes October 4, 2010 Page 6 of 6 ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION 7. Adopted Ordinance No. 3891 granting a non-exclusive Pipeline Franchise to Poseidon Resources (Surfside), LLC to construct, own, and operate a new water pipeline in the public right-of-way to deliver desalinated water Approved for introduction September 20, 2010 A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to after the City Clerk reads by title, adopt Ordinance No. 3891, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Granting a Non -Exclusive Pipeline Franchise to Poseidon Resources (Surfside) LLC for Transmitting." The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Green, Bohr, Dwyer, and Hansen NOES: Hardy ABSENT: Carchio, and Coerper COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Mayor Green, Councilmember Dwyer and Councilmember Hansen provided comments. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Green adjourned the meeting at 7:53 PM to 4:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. j Cit lerk_and`ex-offi0c,Cl of -the City Council of "the°,City of_H�jnti%gton Beach and Clerk,of the,Redevelopment Agency of the City af, Huntington• Beaci ., California • l ATTEST: