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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-03-03Minutes City Council/Public Financing Authority Regular Meeting City of Huntington Beach Monday, March 3, 2014 4:00 PM — Room B-8 6:00 PM — Regular Meeting Civic Center Council Chambers 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 . An audio recording of the 4:00 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.surfcity-hb.org/government/agengas/ 4:00 PM - ROOM B-8 CALL TO ORDER — 4:04 PM ROLL CALL Pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 2001-54, Councilmember Jim Katapodis requested, and was granted permission to be absent from the March 3, 2014 study session portion of the regular meeting. Present: Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, and Carchio Absent: Katapodis (arrived at 4:15 PM) ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced supplemental communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda packet: A Notice of Absence received from Jim Katapodis requesting permission to be absent from the March 3, 2014 Study Session. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) - None. STUDY SESSION 1. City staff updated the City Council on the results from the Huntington Harbour Dredging Evaluation which identifies areas that need dredging and their associated costs City Engineer Tom Herbel provided a PowerPoint presentation entitled City Council Study Session - Huntington Harbour Dredging Evaluation Program that included the following titled slides: Approximate Ownership, Background, Analysis, Overview, Analysis - Area 1, Analysis - Area 2, Analysis - Area 3, Analysis - Area 4, Analysis - Area 5, Results, and Recommendation. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 2 of 20 Council comments/questions Mayor Harper and Engineer Herbel discussed the study being commissioned in 2000, rate of degradation and how the study compares with other harbor data. Discussion ensued on the minimal affects related to the annexation of Sunset Beach, and the communication that has occurred between the City and Sunset Beach property owners. Councilmember Boardman and Engineer Herbel discussed remediation of degredation material (odor; where material is deposited). Councilmember Sullivan inquired, and Engineer Herbel explained the value (or in some cases lack thereof) of dredging. In response to Councilmember Carchio's inquiry, Engineer Herbel confirmed that formal discussions between the City and Sunset Beach residents have yet to take place, but indicated that information is being distributed through other forms such as all area homeowners' associations (including Sunset Beach), County outreach, and the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club. Mayor Harper and City Attorney McGrath discussed liability associated with dredging. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Harper announced: Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6.a, the City Council takes this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator City Manager Fred Wilson, who will be participating today in Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with MEA, MEO, MSMA, SCLEA, POA, FMA, PMA, and HBFA Mayor Harper announced: Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8, the City Council takes this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated property negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, who will be participating in today's Closed Session discussion regarding negotiations with 80 Huntington 1, LLC and 80 Huntington Il, LLC for street purposes and temporary construction in an area generally located within the Pacific Mobile Home Park at 80 Huntington Street in Huntington Beach. A motion to recess to Council Session Item Nos. 2 through 5 was approved by a consensus of Council. CLOSED SESSION 2. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Huntington Shorecliff, LP v. City of Huntington Beach, et al. (JS Stadium), Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2011-00463995, where the owners of Huntington Shorecliff Mobile Home Park, located at 20701 Beach Boulevard, are suing the City for flood damages. 3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 3 of 20 Barber v. Garrels, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2012-00598472, where Plaintiff tripped and fell on an uneven cement slab while walking up from a driveway to the sidewalk of a private home located at 16311 Angler Lane. 4. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council recessed to Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding the following: MEA, MEO, MSMA, SCLEA, POA, FMA, PMA, and/or HBFA. 5. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed Session to give instructions concerning price and terms of payment to the City's Negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, regarding negotiations with for the purchase or exchange of real property in the form of a temporary construction easement and partial land easement for street purposes is generally located within the Pacific Mobile Home Park at 80 Huntington Street in Huntington Beach. The easement for street purposes and temporary construction are more particularly described as an area of approximately 75,602 square feet along Atlanta Avenue between Delaware and Huntington Street. The property owner is 80 Huntington I, LLC and 80 Huntington II, LLC. 6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:04 PM CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY - None ROLL CALL Present: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Jill Hardy. INVOCATION — The invocation was provided by Maneck Buschwala of the Greater 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 Mayor Harper Announced Women's History Month. Mayor Harper announced the month of March as National Women's History Month and reported the theme as, "Celebrating Women of Character, Courage and Commitment". Mayor Harper presented Jean Nagy with an Arbor Day proclamation and announced the event which is scheduled for March 13, 2014. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 4 of 20 Jean Nagy invited the public to an Arbor Day Celebration, tree planting event on Thursday, March 13, 2014, at 12:30 PM in Huntington Central Park and discussed mulching trees to foster their growth. She added that the State's Arbor Week is March 7 through 14, 2014, and that National Arbor Week is the last week of April. Mayor Harper called on the Huntington Beach Council on Aging who presented a Power Point presentation and check to the City of Huntington Beach that will assist seniors in remaining independent in their homes for as long as possible. Cathy Meschuk and John Miles, on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Huntington Beach Council on Aging (COA), provided a PowerPoint that included information related to the number of volunteer hours of service by senior citizens and what that equates to financially, membership, including 1,400 dues -paying members, vision, mission, accomplishments, events, outreach program, supporting partnerships, classes/activities, and sponsorships. Additionally, Mr. Miles reported that the COA is a non-profit charity and through all of their charity partners have raised money to help the City's seniors. He presented a replica check to the City for $177,000. Mayor Harper thanked the Huntington Beach Council on Aging and commented positively on their efforts in helping the City's seniors. Mayor Harper called on Community Services' Special Event Supervisor Chris Cole to provide an update from our Sister City Manly, Australia and the Australian Open. Community Services' Special Event Supervisor Chris Cole and his wife, Trisha, along with former Mayor Don McCallister spoke regarding their recent personally paid trip to Manly, Australia and discussed the City's Sister City relationship with same. They provided a brief slide show that depicted the Manly Sister City Committee, Sister City Goals including a student -exchange program and promoting tourism, the Australian Open of Surfing, and a video greeting from Manly Mayor Hay. . In response to Mayor Harper's request, former Mayor McCallister commented on the surf culture in Australia noting that it is a national sport; that they have a surfing college and that water -related sports are very popular. Former Mayor McCallister addressed upcoming 100 Years of Surfing" events. Mayor Harper recognized the recent promotion of Mike Baumgarten to Marine Division Safety Chief and offered his congratulations. ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced supplemental communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda packet: Ordinances for Introduction Communication received regarding Agenda Item No. 10 from Dan Kalmick, dated February 27, 2014, supporting mandatory electronic filing of campaign statements and reports. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 5 of 20 She noted she would announce receipt of twenty (20) supplemental communications for Public Hearing Items Nos. 7 through 9 at the time of the Public -Hearing. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) (The number (hh:mm:ss) following the speakers' comments indicates the approximate starting time in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb./orq/government/aqendas/). Vickie Talley, Executive Director, Manufactured Housing Educational Trust (MHET), voiced concerns about possible conflicts of interest that she believes would prohibit Tim Geddes and Manual Vizinho from serving on the City's Mobile Home Advisory Committee and urged Council to agendize their removal from the Committee for an upcoming meeting. She reported that Mr. Geddes and Mr. Vizinho are sitting on the Committee as independent members and that the City defines Committee membership as three (3) park -owner representatives, three (3) mobile home- owner representatives and three (3) Huntington Beach independent citizens at -large who have no affiliation or relationship with mobile home parks. She distributed information for Council's review and reported that Mr. Geddes serves as a regional representative on the Golden State Mobile Homeowners' League which is an advocacy group for mobile home owners and has spoke as such at various public meetings. She added that Mr. Vizinho has lived in a mobile home park and therefore, is not independent. (00:31:44) Mike Van Voorhis, President of the Sunset Beach Community Association, provided an update on some of the activities occurring in Sunset Beach. He reported that meetings of the Sunset Beach Community Association are held the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM in their community center and that Council should be receiving an agenda a week prior. He added that local businesses are invited and featured at each meeting. He commented on the passing of Bruce Jones, surfboard shop owner and reported there will be a paddle -out celebration of life ceremony on Sunday, March 9, 2014, at 8:00 AM around 9th Street. He reported that their upcoming meeting will feature Police Chief Robert Handy as speaker and they have invited Bill Anderson of the Anderson Art Gallery to speak as well. Additionally, he invited Council to attend an open house on March 8, 2014 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM featuring Bill Anderson's artwork. He provided information regarding future meetings including featured speakers and events. (00:34:15) Mark Bixby spoke in support of Item No. 10 relative to mandatory electronic filing of campaign statements and reports. He commented on the merits of NetFile including improving transparency. (00:37:25) Carole Kirby, co-owner of the Golden Bear Restaurant/Nightclub from 1974 to 1986, encouraged Council to dedicate a historical plaque at the location where the iconic Golden Bear Restaurant/Nightclub once stood. She provided a brief history of the venue and reported that it is mentioned in the Historic Walking Tour of Huntington Beach but that nothing marks it location. (00:31:44) Toni Taibi continued providing a history of the venue and encouraged Council to dedicate a historical plaque at the location where the iconic Golden Bear Nightclub once stood. (00:41:30) Pamela Meadows encouraged Council to dedicate a historical plaque at the location where the iconic Golden Bear Nightclub once stood. (00:44:07) Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 6 of 20 Chris Epting encouraged Council to dedicate a historical plaque at the location where the iconic Golden Bear Nightclub once stood. (00:45:15) Councilmember Carchio commented on the importance of the Golden Bear and reported that he has asked the City Manager to place the matter on the agenda for the next Council meeting. Councilmember Boardman stated the Historical Resources Board is working on a signage program for historical resources within the City and that placing a plaque commemorating the Golden Bear is a great idea. She added that she wouldn't want to ignore the work being done by the Historical Resources Board and would like their input and help on the matter. Councilmember Hardy added that the Historical Resources Board recently raised funds to place a historic plaque at Triangle Park and stated it could be used as a model for a plaque downtown. She reported that she will let them know of the request. COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE REPORTING Councilmember Boardman announced her appointment of Juana Mueller to the Community Services Commission. In addition, she reported that the Downtown Taskforce has concluded its final meeting in its current form but will be holding a joint study session with Council to review the recommendations that the Taskforce has developed, including how to best continue to hear from residents of the downtown area regarding issues of concern to them. Councilmember Carchio reported attending the OCBC 2014 Annual Dinner and Installation of Directors as well as the OCBC Advocacy Trip to Sacramento along with the ACC-OC. Additionally, he attended the ACC-OC City Legislative Round Table along with Assemblyman Travis Allen and Mayor Harper. Mayor Harper reported attending and speaking on behalf of the City at the ACC-OC Advocacy Trip to Sacramento. Additionally, he reported that today, as a member of the OCTA Highways Commission, action was taken in regards to upholding Council action, relative to changes to the Master Plan of Arterial Highways including recommendations for removal of extensions of Talbert, Graham, elimination of a connector as well as modifications of 6th Street to be downgraded from arterial to collector. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Fred Wilson referenced an upcoming visioning exercise and deferred to staff for a brief report. Senior Planner Jennifer Villasenor provided a slide presentation that outlined the planned update and associated activities of the City's General Plan. She noted the importance of getting as many people involved in the process, as possible and announced a beach bonfire scheduled for March 19, 2014, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. She reported that people who attend the event will be able to park for free at the Huntington Street entrance and encouraged the public to attend and participate in the planning activities. They will have an opportunity to set policies for the City's land -use decisions and how the City will manage its physical, economic and human resources for the next fifteen (15) to twenty (20) years. Additionally, she announced two (2) upcoming Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 7 of 20 workshops on Thursday, March 27, 2014, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM and on Saturday, March 29, 2014, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Central Library. She encouraged the public to visit www.HBthenextwave.org for upcoming events, project updates and learn about the General Plan and the process. Mayor Harper thanked City staff for their creative and fresh approach regarding the matter. CONSENT CALENDAR Approved and adopted Minutes A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to review and approve the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated January 21, 2014; the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated February 3, 2014; and, the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular, and Successor Agency special meeting minutes dated February 18, 2014. The motion carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 2. Accepted California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Violence Against Women Act Grant for 2014, approved appropriation and expenditure of funds, and authorized execution of a contract with Community Service Programs (CSP), Inc. A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to accept the grant between the State of California, Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the City of Huntington Beach; approve the appropriation and expenditure of $257,688 of which $193,266 is to be fully reimbursed by the grant from Cal OES. The remaining $64,422 will be funded from appropriations in the Police Department's budget; authorize the expenditure of funds of $89,688 to pay for the professional services contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Community Service Programs, Inc. for a Victim Advocate and some operating costs related to the Domestic Violence Program for the first year of the contract; and, approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Community Service Programs, Inc. for Victim and Witness Assistance Services." The motion carried with the following vote AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 3. Adopted and authorized recordation of Resolution No. 2014-07 ordering the Summary Vacation of a portion of a Water Line Easement at 7677 Center Avenue A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to adopt Resolution No. 2014-07, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 8 of 20 Ordering the Summary Vacation of a Portion of a Water Line Easement on Property Located at 7677 Center Avenue;" and, authorize Director of Public Works to determine a specific date to instruct the City Clerk to record the said Resolution and attached Exhibits with the Orange County Recorder. The motion carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 4. Adopted Resolution No. 2014-08 declaring Weeds and Rubbish a Public Nuisance and fixing the City Council meeting of May 5, 2014 as the Administrative Public Hearing date for hearing protests and objections to the abatement thereof A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to adopt Resolution No. 2014-08, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Finding and Declaring That Certain Weeds Growing in the City, and Rubbish and Refuse Deposited on Public Ways and Private Property are a Public Nuisance; and Fixing the Time for Hearing Protests and Objections to the Abatement Thereof." The motion carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 5. Approved Fiscal Year 2013/14 Mid -Year Budget Adjustments A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to approve adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2013/14 Revised Budget in the following Funds and amounts: 1) $899,500 in the General Fund (100); 2) $21,000 in the Disability Access Fund (234); 3) $5,568,148 in the Workers' Compensation Fund (551); and 4) $1,000,000 in the Sewer Service Fund (511). The motion carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 6. Adopted Ordinance No. 4010 repealing Municipal Code Section 8.43 relating to Costs of Emergency Response Approved for introduction February 18, 2014 (Vote: 7-0) A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Katapodis to adopt Ordinance No. 4010, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Repealing Chapter 8.43 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Costs of Emergency Response." The motion carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 9 of 20 NOES: None PUBLIC HEARING NOS. 7, 8, and 9 WERE HELD CONCURRENTLY: (The number (hh:mm:ss) following the speakers' comments indicates the approximate starting time in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb./org/government/agendas/). 8. Approved Zoning Text Amendment No. 13-002 and Approved for Introduction Ordinance No. 4019 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) 7. Approved Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 13-001 and Approved for Introduction Ordinance Nos. 4011, 4012, 4013, 4014, 4015, 4016, 4017 and 4018 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) 9. Approved Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 13-002 and Approved for Introduction Ordinance Nos. 4020 and 4021 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) Associate Planner Rosemary Medel presented details of the staff report addressing the specific requests, background, Planning Commission review, mobile home parks located within City boundaries, details of Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-002, project analysis, details of Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001, retention of senior housing and recommendations. Mayor Harper opened the Public Hearing. City Clerk Flynn addressed the importance of approving Public Hearing Item No. 8 prior to approving Public Hearing Items No. 7 and 9. Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced the names of individuals who submitted communications following distribution of the Council agenda packet: Julie Paule, Regional Representative of Western Manufactured Housing Communities Association, Vickie M. Talley, Executive Director of Manufactured Housing Educational Trust (MHET), L. Sue Loftin, Esquire of The Loftin Firm, P.C., Attorneys at Law, Deborah Gardner, President and Don Hart, Vice President, Fountain Valley Estates Homeowners Assn., Mary Jo Baretich, Kathy Fortune, Martin Van Genderen, Janice Genelle, Evelyn Gregor, Druchel Haley, Janet Cooper Jackson, Ph.D., Ruth and Donald John, John Linder, Robert & Theresa Lonero, Charlene Raborn, Karen & Bill Reitz, Fred & Patricia Williams, Pete and Jodie Wollman, and Alan & Pamela Belasco. Mayor Harper asked if the recommendations by the Planning Commission were based on a 4 — 2 vote with one Commissioner, absent. Associate Planner Medel responded affirmatively. Mayor Harper stated that if the Commissioner who did not vote on the matter, would like to make a recommendation to Council, it can be made at this time. The previously absent Planning Commissioner Michael Posey was not present to speak. Gary Thiessen, Rancho Huntington Mobile Home Park resident, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 10 of 20 Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He provided personal testimony regarding his move to the City of Huntington Beach and commented on space rent increases within the last few years. He reported that he has explored the possibility of moving and thanked Council for listening to residents regarding this matter. He thanked mobile home residents for their work and involvement as well as the HOA Board. (01:08:47) Peter Wollman, Rancho Huntington Mobile Home Park resident, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He thanked Council for its on -going concern and especially thanked Councilmember Katapodis for initiating the senior overlay and Councilmember Boardman for implementing the moratorium as well as City Attorney Jennifer McGrath and her team for producing the subject ordinance. (01:12:24) Theresa Hotvedt, representing the Huntington Mobile Home Investments, LLC, requested that Council exempt Huntington Harbour Village Mobile Home Park from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She stated objection of the Zoning Map Overlay and presented reasons for the objection, including the fact that they are governed by their own governing documents which state that all occupants must satisfy the age requirements of 55 years and older which cannot be changed unless 67% of the membership vote to do so. (01:15:04) Mayor Harper confirmed the speaker is requesting exclusion from Item 9B. In response to Councilmember Hardy's question, Ms. Hotvedt reported that they have 130 total units in their complex. Additionally, she reported on the number of votes necessary to change the CC&Rs and that the developer is excluded from those votes. Those voting would consist of residents who have purchased their lots and no changes would be made during the first five (5) years. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw asked if what is being considered at this time would affect the mortgages in the complex. City Attorney McGrath reported that it is already a designated senior park and that she is unsure regarding possible effects. She acknowledged their concerns and reported she has asked the developer or the attorney to submit documentation that will substantiate that this will affect their Fannie Mae financing. Lisa McNeil, Rancho Huntington Mobile Home Park resident, spoke on behalf of herself and her mother in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She provided personal testimony regarding her family's experience living in the City of Huntington Beach. (01:21:32) Terrence Haxton, Del Mar Estates HOA President, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He provided a brief history of his family's experience living in Huntington Beach as well as actions driving senior mobile home park residents into political action. (01:24:18) Betsy Crimi spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). At her request, those in attendance in support of the matter, stood and raised signs indicating their solidarity. She reported that after negotiating with park owners for Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 11 of 20 fifteen (15) months, those negotiations soured so that residents had no alternative but to stand up and push back. She acknowledged that park owners have rights, but so do homeowners. She noted the need to change legislature to protect residents and listed boards, committees and agencies to which they have presented as well as efforts made in moving the matter forward. She urged Council to keep senior parks as senior parks. (01:27:30) Father Christian Mondor spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He noted that the City recently joined the nationwide movement as a City of Compassion and spoke on behalf of seniors who would be negatively affected if their senior parks were changed to any other designation. He urged Council to look closely at this issue and see that the security of seniors' homes be protected. (01:30:50). Sue Loftin, Huntington Harbour Village HOA, requested that Council remove the Village from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) or that Council not act on the matter at this time so that they can respond to the City Attorney's request. She stated that the park is misrepresented in the materials as the ownership is misidentified and the legal description is incorrect. She listed unique characteristics of the park and commented on the status of their application for financing from Fannie Mae. (01:32:50) Cecil Maxey, Huntington Harbour Village resident and land owner, requested that Council exempt the Village from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). (01:36:13) Gerald P. Bryant, Huntington Harbour Village resident and landowner, requested Council exempt the Village from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He added that he does not object to the overlay applying to other mobile home parks in the City and commented on the benefits of ownership within the community. He added that Huntington Harbour Village is already protected and that the overlay should not apply to them. (01:36:36) Tim Geddes spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He added that he is a member of the City's Mobile Home Advisory Board and, while he does not speak for the Board, reported that they approved the Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay Ordinance at its last meeting. In response to Vickie Talley's previous remarks, he reported that at -large members of the Mobile Home Advisory Board are presumably appointed because they are qualified by knowledge, background, experience and civic commitment to render decisions on behalf of the public's interest adding that he is not affiliated with any local mobile home park resident group and that his colleague, Manual Vizinho, used to live in a mobile home park over a decade ago, in Santa Ana and currently has no connection with any mobile home park group either. He noted the need to protect the interests of mobile home owners and urged Council to endorse what is in the public's interest. (01:37:57) Maura Van Strien, Rancho Huntington Mobile Home Park resident, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She noted that tonight is Council's opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people, voters and seniors who reside in Huntington Beach and asked that Council vote in favor of the item. Additionally, she reported that park owners have not kept their end of the bargain in terms of maintaining the property noting that the waste -water pumping station is not maintained and has overflowed and that the palm trees planted at the park entrance are not trimmed and are unsightly. She stated that seniors are voters too and that they intend to vote for public officials who understand their. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 12 of 20 rights as citizens of the City and the County. (01:40:53) Jean Bryant, Huntington Harbour Village resident, requested Council exempt the Village from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She added that they are resident -owners and have CC&Rs that govern whether their status can be changed or not. (01:42:54) Myron Huffman spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He thanked Council for its efforts in the matter and hoped for its continued support. Additionally, he provided personal testimony regarding his decision to move to a mobile home park and noted that his disability has forced him to live on a fixed income. (01:43:33) Vickie Talley, Manufactured Housing Educational Trust (MHET), spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She noted that owners of mobile home parks want to be able to control their property. She referenced a letter in which they outline their specific objections adding that they do not feel that the findings can be substantiated. Additionally, she reported that mobile home parks do not restrict the income of the people who reside there and that they live there because it is a lifestyle choice. Ms. Talley reported that the adoption of this ordinance is unnecessary and will result in large legal fees and does not address senior issues. (01:46:34) Annie Messenger, Huntington Harbour Village resident and employee, requested that Council exempt the Village from Agenda item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) and addressed possible challenges with financing because of the overlay. (01:49:46) Mark Bixby, speaking as an individual, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay) and listed reasons why he supports the overlay. As a Planning Commissioner, he noted his support of diversity in the City as well as its housing stock and stated that the overlay helps to do that. He commented on the Planning Commission's actions regarding Huntington Harbour Village and that he felt that it would be best for them to determine their own direction because they are resident -owned. (01:50:43) Sharon Dana, Huntington Shorecliffs resident and member of the Mobile Home Advisory Board, spoke, as a private citizen, in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She commented on the rights of mobile home park owners but also on those of the mobile home owners as well as on the increases in mobile home park space rents adding that the latter can increase with only a ninety (90) day notice and that changes in the classification can be made with only a thirty (30) day notice. (01:53:46) In response to an inquiry from Councilmember Sullivan, Ms. Dana reported that she moved into her mobile home park in 1997 and when the new owners took over, they eliminated leases and increased the space rent, substantially. She added that the new owners took over about six (6) years ago and that space rent at that time was approximately $850 per month. Mary Jo Baretich, Golden State Homeowner's League President, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). She added that the ordinance will favorably affect the lives of seniors in the City. She commented on similar considerations by the City of Yucaipa as well as other cities. She urged Council to preserve the Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 13 of 20 dignity of seniors by voting in favor of the ordinance. (01:57:52) Devin Dywer, former Mayor Pro Tern, voiced concerns about the potential for subdivision from park owner's compromised by the SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay. He commented on unintended consequences in regards to the overlay and added that exempting Huntington Harbour Village from the overlay makes sense. He expressed concerns that mobile home park owners will move to subdivide their parks which will, in turn, cause them to increase their space rents and noted that the court case in Yucaipa did not involve a sub -divided property (02-00:02) Mayor Pro Tern Shaw reported that State law changed on subdivisions requiring a vote of park residents and that if they vote no, there will be no subdivision. In terms of how the Planning Commission made its decision regarding Huntington Harbour Village, Mayor Harper asked if written comments were received from Planning Commissioner Michael Posey regarding this matter and City Clerk Flynn responded that her office did not receive any. John Baley had questions related to exclusion of Huntington Harbour Village from Agenda Item No. 9B (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He reported he is seeking to buy a lot in Huntington Harbour Village and noted that the matter appears to be an attempt to limit rents on mobile home spaces. He opined that it sounds like a rent -control ordinance and asked if the same restriction would apply to senior condominiums. (02:04:40) Mayor Harper indicated that some of the issues will be addressed during Council's discussions. Jerry Bleiweiss, Del Mar Estates, spoke in favor of Public Hearing Item Nos. 7, 8, and 9 (SR Senior Residential Mobile Home Park Overlay). He provided personal testimony regarding his family's experience living in Orange County and specifically, Del Mar Estates. He noted investing in a senior park and expressed concerns that it may now be changed to a family park. He reported that all that is being asked is that it be kept as a senior park. (02:06:11) There being no one else present to speak on the matter, Mayor Harper closed the Public Hearing. Councilmember Boardman addressed Mr. Baley's comments noting that this is not about rent control but rather about keeping senior parks, senior. She added that in general, rents in senior parks are lower than in family parks but that is not the goal at this time and that much testimony has been provided regarding the quality of life in senior parks versus family parks. In terms of Huntington Harbour Village, she stated that for her, it does not make a difference if the park is owned by a lot of people or one person. Even though their CC&Rs state that it would take a 2/3rds vote to change from a senior park to a family park, it could still be done in five (5) years. The goal of the ordinance is to keep existing senior parks, senior and would encompass all of the City's senior parks and that the idea is to maintain some senior housing in the community, which currently totals less than 2%. She added that the majority of Council is trying to preserve quality of life for senior residents of the City. Mayor Harper commented on a statement within the resolution that the lack of senior housing in the City continues to create housing problems for senior citizens living in the City and asked how the ordinance would make housing more affordable. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 14 of 20 Associate Planner Medel reported the intent is not to make housing more affordable, but provides a housing option which is less expensive to rent than standard "stick -built" structures. Mayor Harper asked if the purpose is to perpetuate mobile home parks and why the clause is included in the resolution. Scott Hess, Director of Planning and Building, noted that the purpose is to create additional housing options for senior citizens by keeping senior parks as senior residential. Mayor Harper stated he is trying to understand how the ordinance makes housing more affordable for seniors. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw stated objection to the format in which Mayor Harper is holding Council meetings. He indicated it would be beneficial to continue in the standard procedure asking other Councilmembers to comment and holding his comments until the end noting that Mayor Harper is an equal to other Councilmembers. He added that one of the speakers from Huntington Harbour Village said that the ownership is misidentified and the legal description is incorrect within the City documents. He asked City Attorney McGrath to clarify the matter. City Attorney McGrath deferred to Planning staff. Associate Planner Medel reported that the legal description was obtained through a source used by the City to identify legal descriptions to any property. She added that staff relies on that data as well as the corresponding map and the assessor parcel number seems to be correct. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw further asked if including Huntington Harbour Village would affect them in terms of their mortgages or their park in any way. City Attorney McGrath stated she has not seen any supporting documents and she has indicated to them that if it does, in the future, there is an opportunity to modify the zoning map so that the ordinance will not interfere. Absence of any indication from the bank or from Fannie Mae that it is problematic, she cannot agree or disagree. Mayor Pro,Tem Shaw indicated he would like to move the item, including Huntington Harbour Village, but would like to instruct the Planning staff, the City Attorney and the City Manager to make sure that the City will help Huntington Harbour Village in any way including providing the necessary documents to ensure that this is not a legal change that will affect their mortgages and give them as much help as possible. City Clerk Flynn understood the need to move Item No. 8 prior to Items 7 and 9. It was noted that it could be a concurrent motion. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Shaw, second by Councilmember Katapodis to approve Public Hearing Item No. 8, Zoning Text Amendment No. 13-002, with findings for approval and after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4019, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting Zoning Text Amendment No. 13-002 and Amending the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance by Adding New Chapter 228 Thereto Entitled "SR Senior Residential Overlay District;" and, Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 15 of 20 Approve Public Hearing Item No. 7, Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001 with findings for approval and after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4011, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 24Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 5200 Heil Avenue (South Side of Heil Between Bolsa Chica and Graham) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4012, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 31 Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 17261 Gothard (West Side of Gothard Between Warner and Slater) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4013, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 6Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property located at 19251 Brookhurst (West Side of Brookhurst Between Yorktown and Garfield) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4014, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 40Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 18601 Newland (Southwest Corner of Ellis and Newland) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4015, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 5Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 19350 Ward (North of Yorktown and South of Garfield) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4016, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 6Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 9850 Garfield (South Side of Garfield West of Brookhurst) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4017, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 24Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 16444 Bolsa Chica Street (East Side of Bolsa Chica North of Heil) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" and, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4018, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 6Z, of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 19361 Brookhurst (West Side of Brookhurst Between Yorktown and Garfield) Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-001;" and, Approve Public Hearing Item No. 9, Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-002, with findings for approval and after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4020, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 23Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property located at 16222 Monterey Lane (East Side of Saybrook South of Edinger) - Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-002;" and, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4021, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach, California Amending District Map 23Z of the City of Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Add the SR Senior Residential Overlay to Real Property Located at 16400 Saybrook (Northeast Corner of Saybrook and Heil) - Zoning Map Amendment No. 13-002" as amended to instruct the Planning Staff, the City Attorney Jennifer McGrath and the City Manager Fred Wilson to make sure that we will help Huntington Harbour in any way, we will supply them with whatever documents they need to make sure that this is not a legal change that's going to affect their mortgages and give them as much help as possible. Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 16 of 20 Councilmember Hardy commented regarding Huntington Landmark and asked if it is possible for them,. in their CC&Rs to reverse the senior community. Councilmember Katapodis responded that it is not, as far as he knows. Councilmember Hardy noted that it is not unusual in the City for individual property owners to live in a community that is restricted by age and that Huntington Landmark cannot be changed whereas Huntington Harbour Village could be changed with the appropriate number of votes if they are not included in the overlay. She agreed that the goal is to protect senior housing and noted that the City has encouraged senior housing since she has been on Council over the years. She indicated understanding the desire to remain in the City and to be with extended family and noted the challenges in doing so. She commented on the importance of a support system for seniors adding that part of the system is in senior parks. She added that when a park changes to a family park, it weakens the community that was there for seniors. Economically, she noted that the ability of charging higher rents is limited if the park is a senior park. She reported that while the terms are "landowner" and "homeowner", they are all property owners and commented on the importance of the distinction. Councilmember Hardy stated her support for the motion. Councilmember Katapodis commented on the affordability of mobile homes and noted that the matter is about taking care of the City's seniors. He stated his support of the item. Councilmember Boardman commented on the differences between senior mobile parks, senior condominiums and senior apartments noting that when you move a home into a mobile home park, depending on the age of the home, you may not be able to move it out. If rents get too high or if the park changes its nature, you may be driven out of your home whereas, if you live in a senior apartment and rents become too high, you can move more readily. Councilmember Sullivan agreed with Councilmember Boardman's comments. He stated that he is personally against rent control but the unique situation that exists in mobile home parks is very different than those living in apartments or condominiums. He reported he has been on the Orange County Senior Advisory Board for many years and has learned much about senior issues. He added that he is also a member of the American Legion and that in the group, there are gentlemen who saved this country with what they did in WWII and that most of us would not even be here if it wasn't for them. Councilmember Sullivan acknowledged his respect for seniors and stated he is glad that this opportunity came before Council. Regarding Huntington Harbour Village, he stated that a number of issues have been addressed in previous meetings with them but that he would like to investigate the matter further and noted that when an ordinance is introduced, it is the first reading and that it usually returns to Council within two weeks with an opportunity to amend it further and felt that is how Council should address the matter. He added that he will support the motion currently on the table. Councilmember Carchio agreed with Councilmember Sullivan's comments and asked whether Council is opening the possibility of litigation. City Attorney McGrath noted that anyone can file a lawsuit but regarding the defensibility of the ordinance, she is comfortable that Council's actions can be defended, particularly when considering the case in Yucaipa. In terms of excluding Huntington Harbour Village, she expressed concerns that it may undermine the defensibility and appreciates the opportunity to conduct further research on the matter. She reported that the City has been threatened with Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 17 of 20 litigation by Rancho Huntington and whether they decide to pursue it is up to them. She added that the situation in Yucaipa is different but that she and Planning staff are comfortable that the ordinance will withstand a court challenge. Councilmember Carchio stated he is a strong advocate of property rights but that he hardly considers this issue to be about property rights but rather it is about giving back to the seniors in the community. He noted that seniors are on fixed incomes and the difficulty of living day-to-day. For seniors, living in senior parks offers security and reliance on each other. He added that seniors are dear to his heart and that he supports anything that can be done, as Council, to make their lives a little easier. He indicated that he will support the motion, in spite of criticism he may face from some of his conservative friends, because it is the right thing to do. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw was pleased to hear other Councilmembers talk about the importance of senior parks in the City. He commented on his experience as a Planning Commissioner and stated he is happy that the City has been able to find a way to support and protect the City's senior home parks. He noted that the City is working towards being a Compassionate City and stated this is one of the most important things that Council has done since he has been a part of it. Mayor Harper stated he has never extinguished the ability of people being able to ask questions of staff. He indicated this is a question of how the ordinance impacts rental costs and whether it reduces property values within the City. He added that government action has consequences, whether unintended or not and that he believes this to be a "taking" and that the moratorium was wrong because it intended to disallow people to make a choice about the land that they own. Mayor Harper called for the question. After the City Clerk read the titles of Ordinance Nos. 4011-4021, the original motion that included Public Hearing Item No. 8, 7 and 9 in the order listed, carried with the following vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: Harper ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION 10. Approved for Introduction Ordinance No. 4009 thereby adding sections 2.07.155, 2.07.165 and 2.07.175 to the Huntington Beach Municipal Code to require electronic filing of campaign statements and reports, approving electronic signatures, and ensuring filing procedures are in accordance with Government Code Section 84615 City Clerk Flynn provided a report noting that in 2008, the City implemented electronic disclosures of campaign statements and reports on a voluntary basis. In 2012, the City implemented electronic filing of Form 700 voluntarily but within a year it was made a mandatory process. She reported that recently, the State of California has stated that if an electronic filing system meets certain criteria, the legislative body can pass an ordinance making electronic filing, mandatory and accepting electronic signatures. She noted the need for Council's support on this matter before moving forward. She reported that she and a staff member attended a 13-week election academy where Shirley Grindle spoke and presented Ms. Grindle's experience as a "watch dog" in the electoral process. She added that she was instrumental in bringing about campaign finance Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 18 of 20 reform. City Clerk Flynn commented on the NetFile system and addressed public benefits, filer benefits, Clerk's staff benefits, environmental benefits, cities and counties that have already adopted mandatory campaign e-filing and presented recommendations. A motion was made by Councilmember Hardy, second by Mayor Pro Tern Shaw to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for Introduction Ordinance No. 4009 "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 2.07 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Campaign Reform." The motion carried with the following roll vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Councilmember Carchio reported attending the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce 110th Annual Gala and commented positively on the event. He addressed the "Be a Buddy, not a Bully" program and reported the last leg of the program was at Ocean View High School adding that an additional six hundred (600) students signed the pledge and received a t-shirt. He added that t- shirts were supplied by Wal-Mart and commended them for their support of the program. He recognized the principals of the various high schools that have supported the program as well as the Superintendent of Schools. Additionally, he thanked all of the students from the Youth in Government Board who made this possible. He reported that an assembly will be held of all four (4) schools that participated in the program at Central Park where each of the schools will submit a band from their schools for a Battle of the Bands and where refreshments will be provided. He asked that anyone interested submit gifts to be distributed as prizes and commented on the success of the program and reported that he has been approached by junior high schools to implement the program to their students. Councilmember Carchio noted the importance of preventing bullying in schools and elsewhere. Councilmember Sullivan reminded the public that the Community 3-1 Fun Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2014, and reported that the public can register on the City's website. He thanked the Municipal Employees' Association for coordinating the event as well as City employees from various departments. He reported that the 3-1 Marines are now deployed but that a Gulf War veteran who is a triple amputee who has recently been fitted with prosthetics will be participating. Additionally, he noted that funds raised will be used to care for the 3-1 Marines and their families and commented on the difficulties faced during deployment. Councilmember Sullivan, in his position on the Senior Advisory Council, attended the health and nutrition meeting and chaired the Executive Board meeting. Councilmember Boardman reported attending the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce 110th Annual Gala and commented positively on the event and the theme. Additionally, she reported attending the premiere of a film, "The Transparent Sea" which raises awareness about the protection of marine mammals such as whales and dolphins. She added it was a fundraiser for the Surfrider Foundation and for the Huntington Beach High School Surf Team. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw reported attending the Huntington Beach Fire Department graduation ceremony, reported that nine (9) Firefighters were welcomed into the Huntington Beach Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 19 of 20 community and.commented positively on the event. He commended Councilmember Carchio for championing the "Be a Buddy, not a'.Bully" program and stated he has made a real difference in the City's high schools and saluted him for his leadership. Additionally, he saluted the leadership of Councilmember Sullivan for his efforts in championing veterans and the 3-1 Marines and agreed that veterans and active -service people are not treated the way they deserve. He noted the importance of the program as Huntington Beach steps up to help the families in need and stated his support for the program. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw reported that on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at the Art Center, Chief Handy will conduct a question -and -answer event for the Downtown Residents Association. Councilmember Hardy reported she was able to welcome California`=Public Library Advocates on Saturday, March 1, 2014, at their workshop in Huntington Beach., and .:commer t6d positively on the opportunity. She thanked them for meeting in Huntington Beach and allowing her to welcome them. Councilmember Katapodis expressed his appreciation to Councilmembers who supported the senior overlay matter. He reported that the night the Chamber had their gala, his step -daughter went into labor and on Sunday, March 2, 2014, he had another granddaughter, Olivia. Additionally, he commented positively on the "Be a Buddy, not a Bully" program and offered his support in the future. He referenced the upcoming 3-1 Walk/Run and stated there will be a lot of people participating. He encouraged residents to attend and participate. Mayor Harper reported addressing the morning session for the Robert Mayer Huntington Beach Leadership Academy and commented positively on the program. Additionally, he attended the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce 110th Annual Gala as well as Art for Lunch, "Centered on the Center" exhibit where he was able to see some of City Clerk Flynn's daughter's artwork and encouraged the public to visit the exhibit. He attended the Huntington Beach Fire Department graduation ceremony as well as the Relay for Life kickoff party. In addition, he indicated he was happy to be a part of the ACC-OC City Legislative Round Table and commented positively on the event. Mayor Harper announced the passing of Natalie Kotsch, founder of the Huntington Beach International Surf Museum, as well as the passing of former Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tern John Thomas and provided a brief obituary for both. He asked that the meeting be adjourned in their memory. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to come before Council, Mayor Harper adjourned the meeting at 9:23 PM in memory of Natalie Kotsch, founder of the Huntington Beach International Surf. Museum, and former Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tern John Thomas. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is Monday, March 17, 2014, at 4:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: City Clerk -Se etary Council/ PFA Regular Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 20 of 20 City Jerk and ex-officio rk of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington Beach, California Mayor -Chair