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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-04-18Minutes City Council/Redevelopment Agency/Public Financing Authority City of Huntington Beach Monday, April 18, 2011 5:00 PM - Room B-8 6:00 PM - Council Chambers Civic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 An audio recording of the 5:00 PM portion of this meeting and a video recording of the 6:00 PM portion of this meeting is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and is archived at www.surfcitf-hb.org/AovernmenVagendas/ 5:00 PM - ROOM B-8 CALL TO ORDER — 5:01 PM ROLL CALL Present: Shaw, Harper (arrived at 5:03), Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER AGENDA DISTRIBUTION Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced receipt of the following communications: PowerPoint communication submitted by Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance entitled FY 11112 Budget Strategy Review. Communication submitted by Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, entitled Citywide Program Prioritization, Sorted by Category, then Department, April 2011. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) - None. STUDY SESSION Director of Finance Lori Ann Farrell made a presentation on the Citywide Program Prioritization Budget Review. Director Farrell made a PowerPoint presentation entitled FY 11112 Budget Strategy Review, with titled slides: FY 11112 Budget Strategy Review, FY 11/12 Budget Reduction Targets, Strategic/Surgical Cuts Review, and Added Value Programs. The presentation also included a Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 2 of g matrix dated April, 2011 and entitled Citywide Program Prioritization, sorted by category, then department, that categorized City programs and services as core, important, and having added value. Questions/comments: Councilmember Boardman and staff discussed costs associated with processing credit cards, and specific events that may or may not pay for themselves or generate revenue, Councilmember Dwyer stated interested in looking at revenue enhancements, indicating that he would be sending a request for information to City Manager Wilson. Councilmember Bohr stated appreciation to staff for putting together the matrix that identifies core, important and added value services by department. Mayor Pro Tern Hansen and City Manager Wilson discussed the status of a performance audit, including the Request For Proposal (RFP) timeline and renewal option. Councilmember Shaw thanked staff for producing the matrix, and indicated he would forward questions to City Manager Wilson. Councilmember Bohr and City Manager Wilson discussed added value programs that do not have offsetting revenues, and how to resolve the deficit. Mayor Carchio and Deputy City Manager Emery discussed the Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) pick up of associated costs. Mayor Carchio indicated needing additional time to review the matrix. Discussion ensued on when Council would revisit the matrix, how many meetings are necessary for establishing the FY 11/12 budget, taking a holistic approach to the identified issues, and mapping out timelines. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION By consensus, Council recessed to Closed Session. AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None CLOSED SESSION 2. Pursuant to Government_ Code Section 54957.6, the City Council recessed to Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators: Fred Wilson, City Manager; Paul Emery, Deputy Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 3 of 9 City Manager; Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager; Michele Carr, Director of Human Resources; and Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, regarding labor negotiations with all labor groups. 6:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:11 PM CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY - None. ROLL CALL Present: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Councilmember Joe Shaw INVOCATION Led by the Reverend Dr. Peggy Price, Huntington Beach Interfaith Council In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of invocation. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Presentation - Mayor Carchio called on Judy Sobel to receive a proclamation for Donate Life Month. Ms. Sobel spoke about the Donate Life of California Program, and the "Pink Dot" on drivers' licenses that signify individuals as organ donors. Presentation - Mayor Carchio called on President Mel Markham, President Frank Parker, Don Garrick and Dr. Dale Braithwaite from the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints to accept a proclamation for "Mormon Helping Hands" Community Service Day on April 30th. Presentation - Mayor Carchio called on Mayor Pro Tern Don Hansen, Council liaison to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) to present a resolution of appreciation to the city for our partnership with OCTA on delivering Measure M. He also gave a brief overview of some of the major projects the city received from Measure M funding. Mayor's Award - Mayor Carchio called on City Clerk Joan Flynn to present the Mayor's Award to Senior Deputy City Clerk Rebecca Ross. Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 4 of 9 ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER AGENDA DISTRIBUTION - None. A motion was made by Hansen, second Boardman to consider Public Hearing Item No. 10 out of its original Agenda sequence order. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None PUBLIC HEARING 10. OPENED AND CONTINUED TO MAY Z 2011 Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 10-07 and Coastal Development Permit No. 10-11 (Appeal of Planning Commission's Approval - Magnolia Oil Storage Tanks Demolition and Transfer Pipeline Removal) to May 2, 2011. Mayor Carchio informed the audience of a request to continue the item, and opened the public hearing. A motion was made by Boardman, second Shaw to open and continue Public Hearing Item No. 10, Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 10-07 and Coastal Development Permit No. 10-11 (Appeal of Planning Commission's Approval - Magnolia Oil Storage Tanks Demolition and Transfer Pipeline Removal) to the May 2, 2011 City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) (The number (hh:mm:ss) following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendasn. Ron McLin spoke regarding the 11th Annual "Taste of Huntington Beach" event that occurs on May 1 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex. For more information, visit www.tasteofhb.com. (00:27:00) Gina Genis, representing the Huntington Beach Arts Center, spoke of her "Economy Portraits" project, and as an artist -in -residence at the Huntington Beach Arts Center, the benefits the Art Center brings to the community. (00:29:15) Suzanne Boller, a member of the Allied Arts Board and local artist, thanked the Council for their ongoing support of the Huntington Beach Arts Center. (00:32:45) Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 5 of 9 Manuel Florence, a long-time member of Huntington Beach, requested that Council encourage the utilization of reusable bags in place of the single -use plastic bags that pollute the environment. (00:34:03) Dave Quantman, President of the Therapeutic Riding Center in Huntington Beach, invited everyone to attend their Td Annual "Kentucky Derby Day" fundraising event that will be held on Saturday, May 7 at the Equestrian Center at Goldenwest and Ellis from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. (00:35:55) Shane Garcia, a member of the Surfrider Foundation, spoke in support of banning the use of single -use plastic bags in the City of Huntington Beach. (00:37:56) Clint Orr spoke regarding the possibility of using the. Spark Woodfire Grill location in Pierside Pavillion to resurrect a downtown entertainment venue similar to the famous Golden Bear Nightclub that opened in 1929 and closed in 1986. For more information, visit www.buildthebear.org. (00:41:29) Frank Williams, a Huntington Beach resident, stated his concerns regarding the employees that provide city services (e.g. sewer repairs, tree trimming, rubbish collection), and the alleged lack of sufficient parking for handicapped individuals who attend City Council meetings. (00:44:50) Derek Yamashita thanked the Council and Huntington Beach residents for supporting his T-Shirt Fundraiser that raised over $4,200 for the Japan America Society of Southern California's 2011 Japan Relief Fund to assist those affected by the recent disasters in Japan. (00:49:33) Doug Erber, past Huntington Beach resident and President of the Japan America Society of Southern California, presented Derek Yamashita with a Certificate of Appreciation for his T-Shirt Fundraiser. (00:50:34) Susan Rueb, a resident of Huntington Beach, spoke regarding the purpose and mission of the 501c3 Nonprofit Organization named Brain Rehabilitation and Injury Network (BRAIN), and requested that everyone support the organization by visiting www.thebrainsite.org. (00:52:48) Sam Eagle spoke in opposition to the prohibition of motorcycle parking in unmarked space near Duke's Restaurant in Huntington Beach, and asked the Council to reconsider the decision. (00:56:50) COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE REPORTING Councilmember Dwyer announced that the Huntington Beach Arts Center's Annual Student Art Show Exhibition will open on Wednesday, April 20, and that a public celebration will be held on Friday, April 29 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 6of9 Councilmember Harper reported attending the Southern California Association of Governance meeting on Thursday, April 7, and the District Attorney's Crime Victim March and Rally on Thursday, April 14. He reported visiting the Shipley Nature Center on Friday, April 15, and announced a vacancy on the Huntington Beach School District Board of Trustees. Councilmember Bohr submitted a written report that will be made available in the City Clerk's Office. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT - None. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approved and adopted minutes. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to approve and adopt the minutes of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency/Public Financing Authority Regular Meeting of April 4, 2011, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 2. Approved request to amend City Council Meeting Minutes dated February 7, 2011 A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to amend City Council minutes dated February 2, 2011 by replacing language currently included under Closed Session Report by City Attorney with corrected language provided by the City Attorney. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 3. Received and Filed the City Treasurer's February 2011 Investment Summary Report. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to receive and file the Monthly Investment Report for February 2011, 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: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 4. Received and Filed the 2009-2010 State Controllers' Report. Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 7 of 9 A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to receive and file the 2009-2010 State Controllers' Report. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 5. Received and filed the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Objectives Update. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to receive and file the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Objectives Update. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 6. Approved Annual Compliance Reports for the Planned Local Drainage Fund, Sanitary Sewer Facilities Fund and Fair Share Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program. Consent Calendar Item No. 6 was pulled for separate consideration by Councilmember Dwyer. Councilmember Dwyer and City Manager Wilson discussed the payback schedule for outstanding Agency loans. A motion was made by Hansen, second Shaw to approve the Planned Local Drainage Facility Fund Annual Compliance Report for fiscal Year 2009/10; and approve the Sanitary Sewer Facilities Fund Annual Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2009/10; and approve the Fair Share Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program Annual Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2009/10. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 7. Approved Professional Services Contract with PCR Services Corp. for preparation of Environmental Documentation for the proposed Skate Park fronting Center and McFadden Avenues; approved Reimbursement Agreement with VF Outdoor, Inc.; and, appropriated funds to be fully reimbursed. Consent Calendar Item No. 7 was pulled for separate consideration by Councilmember Shaw. Councilmember Shaw asked for an explanation of the consultant reimbursement process. Planning and Building Director Hess explained that the City receives payment in advance from development project proponents to reimburse the City's consultants. Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 8 of 9 A motion was made by Shaw, second Harper to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and PCR Services Corporation" in the amount of Two Hundred Twenty Two Thousand, Nine Hundred Dollars ($222,900), as prepared by the City Attorney; and approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Reimbursement - Planning - Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and VF Outdoor, Inc." in the amount of Two Hundred Twenty Two Thousand, Nine Hundred Dollars ($222,900) as prepared by the City Attorney; and appropriate funds in the amount $222,900 from the City General Fund to the Planning and Building Department Professional Services Account 10060201.69365 for the Professional Services contract between the City and PCR Services Corporation, which is funded by a reimbursement agreement. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 8. Adopted Resolution No. 2011-24 approving the submittal of grant applications associated with three improvement projects to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for funding under the Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program (CTFP) for traffic signal synchronization projects along Goldenwest Street, Warner Avenue, and Talbert Avenue. A motion was made by Bohr, second Hansen to Adopt Resolution No. 2011-24, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving the Submittal of Three Improvement Projects to the Orange County Transportation Authority for Funding Under the Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program." The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None 9. Reviewed and adopted Resolution No. 2011-25 adopting the City's Energy Action Plan report. Consent Calendar Item No. 9 was pulled for separate consideration by Councilmember Boardman. Councilmember Boardman called upon Energy Manager Aaron Klemm to give a brief overview of the projected cost savings and community incentives associated with the Energy Action Plan. A motion was made by Boardman, second Hansen to adopt Resolution No. 2011-25, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting an Energy Action Plan." The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: ShawHarper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None Council/RDA/PFA Minutes April 18, 2011 Page 9 of 9 ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS 11. CONTINUED TO A DATE UNCERTAIN the Adoption of Resolution 2011-26 amending the Citywide User Fee Schedule by revising Credit Card Processing Fees and Lifeguard Hourly Rates and Adopt Resolution 2011-27 amending the Citywide Facility Rental and Recreation Services Fee Schedule by revising Recreational Fees, Parking Rates at the Sports Complex, Parking Passes and Parking Terms for the Downtown Area. City Manager Wilson suggested that Agenda Item No. 11 be continued to a date uncertain. This continuance would allow the item to be returned as part of the budgeting process to give Council the holistic approach they desire. A motion was made by Shaw, second Hansen to continue to a date uncertain the consideration of adopting Resolution 2011-26 (amending the Citywide User Fee Schedule) and Resolution 2011-27 (amending the Citywide Facility Rental and Recreation Services Fee Schedule). The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Shaw, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, Dwyer, and Boardman NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Comments were provided by Councilmembers Shaw, Dwyer, and Mayor Carchio. Councilmember Bohr announced the passing of Dick White, and requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Vi Cowden. ADJOURNMENT At 7:33 PM, Mayor Carchio adjourned the meeting in honor of Mr. White and Vi Cowden to Monday, May 02, 2011 at 5:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648. r�� . . J City Jerk and ex-officio CIA of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of the City.of Huntington Beach, California ATTE City Clerk-Clerk,yor-Chair