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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-08-04Minutes City Council / Public Financing Authority City of Huntington Beach Monday, August 4, 2014 4:00 PM — Study Session, Room B-8 6:00 PM — Council Chambers Civic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 An audio portion 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/governmentlagendas/ 4:00 PM - ROOM B-8 CALL TO ORDER — 4:01 PM ROLL CALL Present: Katapodis (arrived at 4:08 PM), Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan (arrived at 4:04 PM), Carchio Absent: None 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: Study Session Item #1 A PowerPoint communication dated August 4, 2014 submitted by Travis Hopkins, Director of Public Works, entitled City of Huntington Beach FY 2014/2015 _73p;ta; (CIP). Study Session Item #2 A PowerPoint communication dated August 4, 2014 submitted by Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, entitled City of Huntington Beach Fiscal Year 2014115 Proposed Budget. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) — None STUDY SESSION Public Works Department presented the FY 2014-2015 proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) City Engineer Tom Herbel provided a PowerPoint presentation entitled City of Huntington Beach FY 201412015 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) that included the following titled slides: 13/14 Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 2 of 12 Major Accomplishments, Capital Improvement Program, CIP Projects by Category, Funding Sources, Drainage & Storm Water $200K, Facilities $1.5M, Neighborhood $3M, Parks and Beaches $22.5M, Senior Center Features, Senior Center -Green Elements, Senior Center - Project Costs, Senior Center - Schedule, Sewer Improvements $2.5M, Streets and Transportation $9.1 M, Water Improvements $4.5M, Unfunded / Deferred Project List, and Timeline of Proposed Budget / CIP for FY 2014/15. Mayor Harper and Community Services Director Janeen Laudenback discussed construction at Worthy Park and inclusion of a Pickle Ball court (what Pickle Ball is, and when and where it can be played). Councilmember Carchio voiced concerns about street resurfacing on certain sections of Beach Blvd., and on Warner Avenue near Algonquin. He also voiced concerns about aging water pipes, and entered into a discussion with Public Works Director Travis Hopkins, and Utilities Manager Brian Ragland about the City's periodic inspection of water pipes, cathodic protection, and the valve operation program. Councilmember Carchio and Facilities Development and Concessions Manager Dave Dominguez discussed putting a Lacrosse field at Worthy Park. 2. Presentation of Fiscal Year 2014/15 Proposed Budget Study Session - Finance Director Lori Ann Farrell provided a brief update regarding the status of the Proposed FY 2014/15 Budget. Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, provided a PowerPoint presentation entitled City of Huntington Beach Fiscal Year 2014115 Proposed Budget, that included the following titled slides: FY 2014/15 Proposed Budget, 2014/15 General Fund Summary, FY 2014/15 General Fund Highlights, FY 2014/15 General Fund Expenditures, FY 2014/15 Staffing Highlights, Improve Long -Term Financial Sustainability, Plan to Address PERS Liabilities, and Unfunded Costs on the Horizon. City Manager Fred Wilson presented slides entitled: Opportunities for Additional Revenue - Solid Waste Franchise Fee and Solid Waste Franchise Fee.* Councilmember Hardy and Mayor Harper called attention to cities listed with low rates, and Mayor Harper opined that higher fees in these cities are being considered. Councilmember Carchio and Manager Wilson discussed examining the current policy decision that excludes incorporating multi -family residential into commercial rates. Mayor Pro Tem Shaw and Councilmember Boardman discussed allocating a percentage of new fees for existing unfunded liabilities. Director Farrell concluded the presentation with slides entitled Budget Calendar, and Questions. Councilmember Carchio and Finance Director Farrell discussed use of redevelopment funds. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:45 PM Mayor Harper announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6. a, the City Council Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 3 of 12 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 PMA. A motion to recess to Closed Session Item Nos. 3-4 was approved by a consensus of Council. CLOSED SESSION 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: Application of NextG Networks to Install a Telephone System with Mobile Phone Antennas in Huntington Beach, California Public Utilities Commission Application No. 09-03-007, consolidated with City of Huntington Beach v. NextG, CPCU Case No. 08-04-037, which involve NextG's project to locate its wireless telephone antennas in the public right-of- way, and related case, NextG Networks of California v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2009-00119646. 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: PMA. 6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6100 PM CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY— None ROLL CALL Present: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by City Manager Fred Wilson INVOCATION - Led by Reverend Tracy Earlywine 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 called on Kate Hoffman and Mary Lou Shattuck of the Huntington Beach Art Center to showcase the Art and Soul of Surfing Exhibit. Kate Hoffman and Mary Lou Shattuck of the Huntington Beach Art Center shared details of the Art and Soul of Surfing exhibit currently at the Art Center. Ms. Shattuck presented Mayor Harper with a catalog of the exhibit and offered copies to Council Members. Ms. Hoffman commented on the exhibit and thanked Vans for sponsoring the exhibition. She announced an upcoming "Arts for Lunch" event on Thursday, August 7, 2014, at 1:30 PM. She introduced Phil Roberts, Curator for the show, thanked him for his efforts and presented him with catalog. A video of the artwork in the exhibit was presented. Mayor Harper called on Director of Community Services Janeen Laudenback who acknowledged the Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 4 of 12 4th of July Board. Director of Community Services Janeen Laudenback introduced the 4th of July Committee and acknowledged them for their work and efforts in the success of the recent 4th of July events. They distributed copies of the program and pins to Members of Council. Mayor Harper called on Jared Denver from Orange County Vector Control who presented a video called "One Mosquito Bite Can Change a Life Forever." Jared Denver, Orange County Vector Control, thanked Councilmember Joe Carchio for his invitation to this evening's meeting and for participating in a Public Service Announcement. He provided an overview of the current West Nile virus situation in Orange County and presented a short documentary film on what life can be like for survivors of the virus. He commented on the Asian tiger mosquito, which is an aggressive day- time biter and urged the public to be aware and contact the Orange County Vector Control District as soon as possible if they observe same. He stated statistics related to the West Nile virus and offered to respond to questions. In response to Councilmember Carchio's inquiry, Mr. Denver addressed methods by which the public can report dead birds and/or mosquito -breeding sites. In reply to Councilmember Boardman's inquiry, Mr. Denver reiterated that the mosquitoes are aggressive, day -time biters and that they have been found in Southern California. Mayor Harper recognized Director of Finance Lori Ann Farrell for the Department's winning the Golden Hub of Innovation Award. Mayor Harper recognized Director of Finance Lori Ann Farrell for the Department's receipt of the Golden Hub of Innovation Award. Director of Finance Farrell thanked her staff for their work in the City's unfunded liabilities plan and thanked City Council and the Mayor for its leadership and support. 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: Consent Calendar *7. Communication submitted by Michelle Warren, Director of Human Resources, dated August 4, 2014, adding a new Attachment No. 3 (MEO Salary Schedule Effective September 27, 2014), to the staff report. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) Maureen Lawson voiced concerns about a meeting at the Central Library whereby she had prepared comments to deliver to the US Open promoter who was not present, at the advice of the Police Chief. She added that she would like the City to move from a "rowdy, party City" to a City that is friendly to all. She opined that the City has catered to the promoter and that the bottom line is money. She believes that Huntington Beach citizens should be able to vote on the activities for future US Open events. (00:30:24) Barbara Haynes, past chair of the Historic Resources Board, invited Council and the public to their new exhibit at the Main Street Library, a second installment of vintage photos, spotlighting surfing and the beach. (00:32:00) David Wentworth, Sr., representing the Historic Resources Board, invited residents and Council to Surf City Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 5 of 12 Nights on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, or the second Tuesday of every month. He added that the Board has a booth at the event. (00.-33:50) Mayor Harper acknowledged the work of the Historic Resources Board of the City. Mike Randall commended Mayor Harper and Councilmember Carchio and commented on the remaining Council Members' support of rent control. He added that he and many of his friends will do what they can to end the political careers of those who support rent control. (00:34:04) Terrence Haxton, Del Mar Mobile Estates, thanked the majority of Council Members' actions allowing.voters to decide the matter on rent stabilization for Mobile Home Parks on the November4, 2014, ballot. He commented on the formation of the Del Mar Mobile Estates Homeowners Association as they were concerned with the potential sale of the park. He expressed concerns regarding rent -spiking by corporations and commented on owners abandoning their homes or selling them for a small fraction of their worth because of their inability to pay increased space rents. (00:35:30) Leslie Helmick, homeowner at Pacific Mobile Home Park, commented on her efforts to sell her home noting that she has lost many buyers. She reported lowering the price to $75,000 and asked that the Saunders Property Company work with her for a lease agreement. She added that her family is considering bankruptcy, has a long history in the City and now they are losing everything. She stressed that park owners are not the only property owners but that consideration should be given to home owners as well. (00:38:43) Councilmember Carchio asked Ms. Helmick to fill out a blue card for staff to follow up Peter Wollman, Rancho Huntington Mobile Home Estates, thanked Council for its recent actions in support of the manufactured home owners' community. He noted that land owners and home owners are equal property owners and both need to coexist to support each other. (00:42:00) Mary Jo Baretich, Cabrillo Mobile Home Park, thanked Council for its recent actions in support of the manufactured home owners' community and voting in favor of placing rent stabilization for mobile home parks on the ballot. She added that the majority of park owners are fair but, there are a few that have been forcing home owners from their homes. She added that the City is in favor of helping people and that she would not like to see that reputation, damaged. (00:43:30) Don Schrimpf thanked the Huntington Beach Police Department for providing security in the downtown area during the US Open. He suggested better dispersion of Police Officers including two -man units and bicycle officers. He commented positively on the work of motorcycle officers. (00:46:32) Tim Geddes thanked the City Council majority for addressing the crisis in the mobile home community and commented on abusive business practices and the impacts to mobile home owners and families. He added that the Mobile Home Board seeks to see both sides of the controversy and that Council will address the needs of the community. (00:49:27) Robert Johnson voiced concerns on affordable housing in the City. He commented on changes to the program over the years and questioned why the City is helping people that don't need help. He suggested eliminating "moderate income" affordable homes and helping those who are in need. (00:51:21) John Saunders, primary investor in Pacific Mobile Home Park, thanked Councilmember Carchio for helping in the negotiation of an agreement where subsidy programs will be expanded and residents will be offered a five-year lease. He added that the agreement allows for space rent increases at a fixed 4%. The people on subsidies will not have to pay the money back and the maximum rent increase will be $37 a year. He hoped that this will allow Council to not place rent control on the ballot and save the City the embarrassment of allowing rent control. He added that rent control will affect property values in the City and urged Council to take the matter off the ballot. (00:54:08) Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 6 of 12 William T. McCann, Rancho Huntington, commented on prior elected officials promoting the misconception that the matter relates to rent control rather than rent stabilization for mobile home owners. He clarified that it is rent stabilization only for mobile home parks. He questioned why mobile home park owners are afraid to place this matter on the ballot and thanked Council for bringing the matter forward to address the injustices taking place in the parks which amount to extortion. He noted that the people owning mobile homes need Council's help. (00:57:00) Mayor Harper noted that it was established at the previous meeting that rent stabilization is rent control and that the two (2) terms are used interchangeably. Sharon Dana, Huntington Shorecliffs Mobile Home Park, reported she and her husband are on a fixed income and moved into a senior park which is no longer senior. She added that her rent has tripled in the time they have lived there and if the rent continues to rise, they will have to walk away from their home, which is their property. She thanked Council for allowing the matter to be placed on the ballot. She reported there are more than 100 people that have had to abandon their homes which in turn, are rented out by park owners. (01:01:20) Mayor Harper questioned if a measure could be withdrawn at this point in time. City Attorney Jennifer McGrath reported that Council is able to do so until August 13, 2014, by adopting another resolution. (01:03:31) COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE REPORTING Councilmember Katapodis announced his appointment of Don Strook as the new Public Works Commissioner. Additionally, he reported being elected to the League of California Cities Orange County Board of Directors. 1. Council Report/Appointment of a Voting Delegate and Alternates for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Business Meeting A motion was made by Councilmember Boardman, second by Councilmember Hardy to appoint Mayor , Matthew Harper to serve as the voting delegate, and Mayor Pro Tern Joe Shaw and Councilmember Joe Carchio as alternates 2 and 3, respectively, to represent the City of Huntington Beach at the 2014 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Annual Business Meeting, scheduled for September 3 - 5, 2014 The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Wilson discussed the success of the recent US Open of Surfing and acknowledged the efforts of the Huntington Beach Police Department for a job well done. He commended the City's Public Safety personnel, the Fire Department, the Community Services Department, Code Enforcement and Chris Cole. Police Chief Handy announced National Night Out, August 5, 2014, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. He thanked the City for the success of the recent US Open of Surfing noting that it was a great team effort. He addressed the Police Department's overall strategy, strict enforcement of alcohol -related issues, citations, traffic tickets and impounded vehicles as well as other statistics. Mayor Harper, on behalf of Council, commended the Police Department for its work and efforts Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 7 of 12 In response to Councilmember Boardman's inquiry, Chief Handy noted that the City has Officers on bicycles but recommended not riding bicycles during the event because of the congestion. He addressed areas of concentrated enforcement and noted that the Department has four (4) bicycles and eight (8) Officers assigned to them to focus specifically on the downtown area. Councilmember Carchio thanked the residents for their tolerance. Councilmember Katapodis commended the Huntington Beach Police Department for their work and professionalism. He commented positively on the planning and implementation of strategic enforcement. In response to Mayor Harper's inquiry, City Manager Wilson provided information regarding funding for public safety during the US Open. Mayor Harper noted that promoters and sponsors bear a significant portion of the costs. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT 2. Received and Filed the City Treasurer's June 2014 Quarterly Investment Summary Report City Treasurer Alisa Cutchen provided details of the June 2014 Quarterly Investment Summary Report addressing the Treasurer's mission, objectives, maintaining a balance between risk and reward, allowable investments, portfolio overview as of June 30, 2014, book value history of the portfolio, portfolio earnings as of June 30, 2014 and yield. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw thanked City Treasurer Cutchen for the report and commended her for her service. Council voted by consensus to receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report for June 2014, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Harper pulled Item No. 10 for separate discussion and consideration. Councilmember Carchio pulled Item No. 6 for separate discussion and consideration. Councilmember Sullivan pulled Item No. 9 for separate discussion and consideration. Mayor Harper requested being recorded as a "No" vote on Item No. 7. Approved and adopted minutes A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to review and approve the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting and special meeting of the Successor Agency and Housing Authority minutes dated June 16, 2014 as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 4. Adopted Resolution No. 2014-55 authorizing the adoption of a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to comply with Renewed Measure M Requirements Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 8 of 12 A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to adopt Resolution No. 2014-55, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting a Capital Improvement Program for the Years 2014/2015 Through 2020/2021 for Compliance With Renewed Measure M Eligibility Requirements." The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 5. Approved Annual Report and Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget and adopted Resolution No. 2014-49 declaring the City's intention to levy an annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2014- 2015 within the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association Business Improvement District (Auto Dealers BID); and scheduled a public hearing for September 2, 2014 A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to adopt City Council Resolution No. 2014-49, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring the City's Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment Within the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2014-2015;" including Exhibit A — Auto Dealers BID Annual Report and Exhibit B — Auto Dealers BID member list; and, direct the City Clerk to schedule a public hearing to be held on September 2, 2014 and send copies of the Resolution of Intention and assessment formula to each business to be assessed and publish the same in a newspaper of general circulation. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 6. Approved Annual Report and Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget and adopted Resolution No. 2014-50 declaring the City's intention to levy an annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2014- 2015 within the Downtown Huntington Beach Business Improvement District (HBDBID); and scheduled a public hearing for September 2, 2014 The aforementioned item was pulled by Councilmember Carchio. Councilmember Carchio asked that a representative from the Downtown Business Improvement District come to the podium. He noted that there is no breakdown in the budget on what the reserves are, what the funds will be used for and what contractors will be paid. The Downtown Business Improvement District representative reported that the $75,000 represents the income after paying contractors. Councilmember Carchio asked regarding the net income and stated it should be listed in the operating budget. The representative noted that the $70,000 listed is in payment of her services and those of an administrative person. She clarified that administrative and operational expenses are for rent, utilities and insurance, among other things. Councilmember Carchio expressed concerns that the budget does not show necessary details. The representative reported that BID members are provided with an extensive financial report and that if Council desires, they can be provided the same information. Councilmember Carchio reported receiving complaints about dogs being in "no dog" areas Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 9 of 12 The representative stated she has not received those complaints but that she will follow up on the matter with the street fair manager. Councilmember Carchio asked if the permanent restaurants are accepting of street food vendors and the representative stated that two (2) restaurants are vendors on the street. Councilmember Carchio further stated receiving complaints from BJ's Restaurant and the Boat House that patrons have difficulty getting in and out of their businesses because of food vendors blocking their entrances. He asked regarding the possibility of moving those vendors near the post office. The representative stated she will discuss that with the street fair manager. She added that every vendor has a State Board of Equalization license and that food vendors are also visited by the Health Department. Additionally, she reported that there are non-profit booth spaces available. Councilmember Carchio expressed concerns that a person wanting to have a booth to facilitate voter registration was denied space. Mayor Harper suggested that Council Members let people know, ahead of time, any questions or concerns so that they may have the opportunity to prepare to respond to questions. Councilmember Boardman noted that the agenda item is focused on the BID, not on Surf City Nights so she understands why the representative was not prepared to respond to questions. In terms of the budget detail, she stated that it is adequate,. as this is not City money, but rather, BID money. She added that this is a routine item on the calendar to allow the BID to assess itself. Mayor Pro Tem Shaw noted that the agenda is distributed one (1) week ahead of time and that Council Members would have the opportunity to ask questions ahead of meetings. He questioned Councilmember Carchio's motives in asking those questions. He suggested being constructive and talking with the City Manager or staff about issues and not "blind siding" people during meetings. Mayor Harper did not feel it appropriate to question anyone's motives but that asking questions prior to meetings would help with the flow and productivity of same. Councilmember Sullivan noted he receives agenda packets on the Thursday prior to regular Council meetings. Councilmember Carchio stated it is important for residents to know what happens with the BID as it is City money. He took issue with Mayor Pro Tern Shaw's comments and noted he is not trying to blind side anyone. A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to adopt City Council Resolution No. 2014-50, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring the City's Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 within the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District, " including Exhibit A -Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District 2014 Annual Report; Exhibit B - Assessment schedule, boundary map, and list of businesses to be assessed; and Exhibit C — Types of improvements and activities proposed to be funded by the levy of assessments on businesses within the Business Improvement Area; and, direct the City Clerk to schedule a public hearing to be held on September 2, 2014, and send copies of the Resolution of Intention, including the BID Boundary Map and assessment formula to each business to be assessed, and public same in a newspaper of general circulation. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 10 of 12 7. Adopted Resolution No. 2014-57, amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Management Employees' Organization (MEO) and the City, by adopting a Side Letter Agreement A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to adopt Resolution No. 2014-57, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City and the Management Employees' Organization (MEO), by Adopting the Side Letter of Agreement", as amended by new Attachment No. 3, MEO Salary Schedule. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: Harper 8. Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract in the amount of $172,465.49 to Sancon Engineering, Inc. for the FY 2013-14 Sewer Rehabilitation Project, CC-1478 A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to accept lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Sancon Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $172,465.49; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney. The motion carried with the following roll call vote. - AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 9. Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract in the amount of $684,853.00 to John S. Meek Company, Inc., for the Warner Avenue Bridge Preventive Maintenance, CC- 1356; approved an appropriation of $170,000 from Gas Tax funds; and, approved the withdrawal of the apparent low bidder The aforementioned item was pulled by Councilmember Sullivan. In response to Councilmember Sullivan's question, Director of Public Works Travis Hopkins acknowledged impacts of a current project at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Warner Avenue and noted that this project will be located at the Warner Bridge area and will not interrupt traffic on PCH. It should not have as big of an impact as the last project. He added that the project will last approximately five (5) months and that it involves a project that has been needed for a long time. Additionally, the project is being funded by Federal Highway Funds which take a long time to obtain. A motion was made by Councilmember Sullivan, second by Councilmember Katapodis to approve withdrawal of the apparent low bid from Peterson -Chase GEC, Inc.; accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by John S. Meek Company, Inc., in the amount of $684,853.00; approve an appropriation of $170,000 from the undesignated Gas Tax fund balance to Account 20785412.82800; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney. The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: None 10. Approved and authorized execution of a Professional Services Contract with Griffin Structures, Inc. for Construction Management of the new Senior Center project Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 11 of 12 The aforementioned item was pulled by Mayor Harper. Mayor Harper urged Council colleagues to be united in support of a new Senior Center as called for by voters through Measure T at the ballot box. He added this represents a significant step in moving forward with a new Senior Center in the City. A motion was made by Mayor Harper, second by Mayor Pro Tem Shaw to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute "Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Griffin Structures, Inc. for Professional Construction Management Services." The motion carried with the following roll call vote AYES: Katapodis, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: Hardy 11. Adopted Ordinance No. 4030 providing consent to the assignment of the Oxy Franchise Agreement to SoCal Holdings, Inc. for the installation, operation, and maintenance of a pipeline system for the transportation of oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon substances Approved for introduction July 21, 2014, Vote: 7-0 A motion was made by Councilmember Carchio, second by Councilmember Boardman to after the City Clerk reads by title, adopt Ordinance No. 4030, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Providing Consent to the Assignment of the Oxy USA, Inc. Franchise to Construct, Operate and Maintain a Pipeline System for the Transportation of Oil to SoCal Holding, LLC." The motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Shaw, Harper, Boardman, Sullivan, Carchio NOES: Harper COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Councilmember Carchio expressed his congratulations to everyone for the success of the US Open of Surfing noting that it went smoothly. He reported attending the Surfers' Hall of Fame Ceremony and commented positively on the event. Additionally, he attended the Community Meeting with Chief Handy to address the US Open and commended Chief Handy for his work and attended the Surfing Walk of Fame Opening Night Cocktail Reception. CouncilmemberCarchio reported attending the DJM Capital Partners, Pacific City Century of Surf where lifeguards were honored with a check for $2,500. He commented on the Girls' Premiere Fast -Pitch Softball Open showcasing great softball players throughout the U.S. and commended those involved. He reported that Ocean View Little League nine (9) and ten (10) year -old All Stars finished their season beating Southern California Division Three champions 9-to-2. He listed members of the #eam and coaches and congratulated them for their success. Counciimember'SulliVan<noted"tf at many of the girls in the Softball Open get scholarships to schools all over the country. He reported attending the Community Meeting with Chief Handy to address the US Open and a tour of the Oxy facility and platform. Councilmember Boardman reported attending the Family Literacy 20th Anniversary and Awards Night and thanked the Library staff and volunteer tutors and congratulated the students. Additionally, she congratulated Carissa Moore for being inducted in the Surfers' Hall of Fame as well as Tommy Turner and Rusty Preisendorfer. She reported attending the Community Meeting with Chief Handy to address the US Open, felt it was a great idea and was glad to hear from members of the community. In addition, -she reported attending the HB Junior Guards 2014 Pancake Breakfast and commented pdsitively;on the event and the program. In terms of the US Open, she thanked the HBPD, the, Fire`Departrrient and Beach Operations as well as Chris Cole, Julie Toledo, the Marine Safety staff and all those involved in -planning and coordinating the event. Councilmember Boardman added that she attended the St. Wilfred's Evening Song service to preview the songs the choir will sing next week at St. Paul's Cathedral in England and Council/ PFA Regular Minutes August 4, 2014 Page 12 of 12 wished them a wonderful trip. Mayor Pro Tern Shaw reported attending the Family Literacy 20th Anniversary and Awards Night. He commented positively on the recent US Open and commended the HBPD, staff and sponsors for the success of the event. He thanked residents for stepping up to make a better event this year. He reported attending the HB Fire Department Fire Academy Graduation Ceremony honoring Fire Fighter Greg de Fries and Fire Fighter Paramedic Jason Gerken and welcomed them to the City. Councilmember Hardy attended Huntington Beach Day at the Orange County Fair and thanked Members of Ocean View High School and Huntington Beach High School for sending Members of the ASB to be there. She announced National Night Out tomorrow, August 5, 2014 and reported there will be many activities for kids and families at the Target parking lot, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Councilmember Katapodis commented positively on the surfers and skate boarders at the US Open. He reported attending the HB Fire Department Fire Academy Graduation Ceremony honoring Fire Fighter Greg de Fries and Fire Fighter Paramedic Jason Gerken and the Community Meeting with Chief Handy to address the US Open. Additionally, he attended the Surfers' Hall of Fame Ceremony. Mayor Harper reported attending Huntington Beach Day at the Orange County Fair, the Ribbon Cutting for Tri Pointe Homes, the ACC-OC City Selection Committee meeting and thanked Council Members who attended the Public Safety Messaging Press Event for US Open of Surfing at Pier Plaza. Additionally, he attended the Surfers' Hall of Fame Ceremony, the Ribbon Cutting for Edindale Cleaners, the tour of the Oxy facility and platform, the Surfing Walk of Fame Ceremony and acknowledged the leadership of Chief Handy for the Community Meeting to address the US Open. Mayor Harper commented on the Surfing Walk of Fame Celebration and congratulated Timmy Turner and Rusty Preisendorfer. In addition, he was able to observe the progress being made by DJM at the new Pacific City Shopping Center and commented on the US Open of Surfing events, participants and winners including surfers, skate boarders and BMX riders. Mayor Harper commented on the upcoming election and the ability of Council to be productive and move issues forward. He referenced Section 303 of the City Charter in terms of operation of the Council and providing feedback for City staff. He noted that each Council Member should have the opportunity to be heard without questioning motivations and hoped for a successful year. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to come before City Council, Mayor Harper adjourned the meeting at 8:03 PM. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is Monday, August 18, 2014, at 4:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. YA_ • City C k and ex-officio Cle of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington Beach, California ATTES City Clerk -Secretary w g h A