HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-03-16 (5)Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority Regular,
And Successor Agency Special Meeting
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, March 16, 2015
4:00 PM - Room B-8
6:00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 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 are archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:00 PM - ROOM B-8
CALL TO ORDER - 4:04 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, Peterson
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 submitted by Police Chief Robert Handy dated
March 16, 2015 entitled Huntington Beach Police Department Staffing.
Study Session Item #2: A PowerPoint communication submitted by Travis Hopkins, Director of Public
Works entitled Residential Permit Parking Ordinance Revision.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute
Time Limit)
Dennis Hashin, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association, spoke in support of Study Session Item
No. 1 — Police Department Staffing, and presented a matrix entitled Actual Sworn Personnel per Month
— January 2009 to Present.
STUDY SESSION
1. The Chief of Police provided Council an overview of current and future staffing needs for
the Police Department. The presentation included a description of services provided and
recommended plans for future staffing levels.
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Robert Handy, Chief of Police, presented a PowerPoint dated March 16, 2015 entitled Huntington Beach
Police Department Staffing that included the following titled slides: Presentation Overview, Three
Divisions of PD, Core Services, Response to Calls for Service, Response to Emergency Calls for
Service, Follow Up Investigations, Clearance Rates (2012), Support Services Performance Indicators,
Proactive Programs (Prevention and Deterrence), Patrol Proactive Efforts, Overall Proactive Efforts,
Training, Engage the Community, Current Staffing Levels, Current Vacancies, Prior Staff Levels, Prior
Service Reductions, Increased Demands, Staff Comparisons, Threats to Public Safety in HB, Recent
Efforts, Conclusion, and Recommendation.
Councilmember O'Connell and Chief Handy discussed information included in Speaker Hashin's matrix
that depicted a decline in the number of Police Officers between 2009 to the present. Councilmember
O'Connell voiced concerns about response times, calling a 6-minute lag unacceptable, and he and
Chief Handy discussed the narcotics teams and prevention programs in place to combat illegal drug
use in the City.
Councilmember Sullivan and Chief Handy reopened a discussion about building a gun range near City
Hall to prevent the siphon of resources associated with travel time to distant locations.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis discussed the long amount of time a Police Officer is temporarily removed
from duty during an arrest.
Councilmember Delgleize encouraged citizens to participate in the Citizen's Police Academy, and she
and Chief Handy discussed how non -emergency calls are received.
2. Discussed potential amendments to the Residential Permit Parking Ordinance, Municipal
Code Chapter 10.42.
Travis Hopkins, Director of Public Works, presented a PowerPoint entitled Residential Permit Parking
Ordinance Revision — Review of Issues and Options that included the following titled slides:
Introduction, Issues to Consider, Required Analysis and Findings, Elements of Analysis Difficult to
Quantify, Establishing Parking District Boundaries, Evaluating Support, and Decision Matrix.
Mayor Hardy and Director Hopkins discussed the proposed voting process (notification to
owner/resident; timeframe, etc.), and the level of minimum support (percentage of residents) needed to
qualify for a permit.
Councilmember Peterson voiced concerns about renters being able to vote if an owner fails to do so
Councilmember Delgleize and Director Hopkins discussed how district boundaries are established.
Councilmember Sullivan and Director Hopkins discussed how proposed ballots would be sent to both
the physical property address and the property owner's address, if different, and a reminder letter
allowing a one week lead time prior to the close of the voting period.
Councilmember Posey and Director Hopkins discussed the appropriateness of notifying adjacent
neighborhoods.
Discussion ensued on the Decision Matrix, and Council made the following recommendations
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Issue: Findings or Impacts of Parking Required —A majority supported a combination of 1) Lack of
Parking for residents; and, 2) Impacts of non-residents (health, safety, etc.)
Issue: Voting — a ballot process pursuing property owner first (primary), and resident (secondary),
with one vote per address
Issue: Minimum Support — a majority supported 75% of dwellings
Issue: District Boundaries - a majority supported staff's recommendation and expanding notification
to include adjacent areas if qualifier of 75% of dwellings is reached
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 5:34 PM
Mayor Hardy 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,
regarding negotiations with Don Means, Manager for Chevron Land and Development Company,
concerning price and terms of payment for the disposition of real property located at 1718 Orange
Avenue (APN 023-152-01) in Huntington Beach, California.
Mayor Hardy announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 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 Surf
City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA).
CLOSED SESSION
3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957, the City Manager and Police Chief consulted with
the City Attorney and City Council regarding potential threat(s) to public buildings and security
of essential public services.
4. Pursuant to Government Code §54956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed Session to
give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson, City Manager, regarding negotiations
with. Don Means, Manager for Chevron Land and Development Company, concerning price and
terms of payment for the disposition of real property located at 1718 Orange Avenue (APN 023-
152-01) in Huntington Beach, CA.
5. 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.
6. 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: Sunny Kang v. City of
Huntington Beach/William Brownlee, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2013-
00626834.
7. 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: Timothy Masten v. City
of Huntington Beach, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2014-00761624.
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8. 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: Roger Mielke v. City of
Huntington Beach, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2014-00729395.
9. 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: Ocean View School
District v. City of Huntington Beach (Rainbow Disposal), Orange County Superior Court Case
No. 30-2013-00692076.
10. 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: SCLEA.
6:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:03 PM
CALLED TO ORDER THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING
AUTHORITY AND THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
ROLL CALL
Present: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by City Attorney Michael Gates
INVOCATION - Led by Tom Hohman of Saints Simon and Jude Parish and a member of the
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 Hardy proclaimed March as National Women's History Month
The 2015 National Women's History Month theme is "Weaving the Stories of Women's Lives" to honor
generations of women who have contributed to our nation individually and collectively as mothers,
educators, health care professionals, business and community leaders. The City Council joins the
celebration to recognize the achievements of women.
Councilmember O'Connell introduced the Kelsey Gold School of Irish Dance
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Several students performed Irish dance in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
Mayor Hardy called on Victoria Alberty and Pat Bril to present the Adoptable Pet of the Month
Victoria Alberty of Waggin' Trails Rescue Foundation, along with members of the Orange County
Humane Society, introduced Lady, a female cat. Lady is a 2-yr.-old Siamese mix with interesting
markings and a ringed tail. She is intelligent and friendly. Check out OCHumaneSociety.com or
WagginTrails.org for additional details.
Mayor Hardy called on Mayor Pro Tern Jim Katapodis to recognize Hoag Hospital's donation to
the 9/11 Memorial.
Cynthia Perazzo, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development, Hoag Hospital and Dennis
Hashin, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Foundation, were introduced. Hoag Hospital was
recognized and thanked for a $5,000 donation to the 9/11 Memorial fund. BuildingToRemember.com is
the website with the latest details on the 9/11 Memorial.
Mayor Hardy presented a proclamation to Richard Glover, Huntington Beach Water Utilities
employee representing the Donate Life campaign
Mayor introduced Richard and acknowledged him for donating a kidney. Richard stated that being a
living donor is an honor and an incredible experience which affects not only the life of the recipient but
also of the families and their communities. April is Donate Life month, and Richard encouraged
people to get the pink dot on their driver's license to indicate they are willing to be an organ or tissue
donor. DonateLifeCalifornia.org website has more details.
Mayor Hardy called on members of Huntington Beach Downtown to recognize Damoni "Moni"
Burkhardt for her outstanding singing ability and winning the first "Surf City's Got Talent"
Competition.
Moni accepted the acknowledgement and gave a short performance.
Mayor Hardy called on Director of Public Works Travis Hopkins to present the March Mayor's
Award to Environmental Specialist Jim Merid.
Director Hopkins explained that Jim has been employed with the City of Huntington Beach since 2005.
Jim manages the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) program and assists in the urban runoff pollution
prevention program to ensure the integrity of the City's water and sewage systems as well as keeping
the coastal waters clean. Jim works with other county and regional agencies and was recently named
Chair of the Orange County Trash and Debris Task Force. Jim conducts over 1,000 commercial,
industrial and construction inspections each year with a total of nearly 8,000 inspections during his ten
years of service. Jim is an educator and receives very few complaints because he thoroughly explains
the importance of meeting standards. Jim also trains staff in the Planning and Building Department on
how to protect the quality of our water resources.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
For Agenda Item #10, communication was received from Building and Planning Director Scott Hess,
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dated March 16, 2015, entitled "BECSP Applicability and Project Update." Communications were also
received from eight individuals regarding the pursuit of Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP).
Steve Dodge Ellen Kleizo Jacque Oberbeck Anthony Palumbo
Linda Polkinghorne Andrea Raynal John Binaski Richard Thiel
For Agenda Item #17, a PowerPoint communication was submitted by Assistant City Manager Ken
Domer entitled, "Financing and Loan Options for Energy Efficient Upgrades."
For Agenda Item #19, a PowerPoint communication was received from Police Chief Robert Handy
entitled, "Proposed Massage Establishment Ordinance 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code."
For Agenda Item #20, communication was submitted by Peter J. Blied, Principal of North County
Consulting, entitled "Moratorium Consideration for the BECSPI14 Plan Area." Comments were
received from Debbie Rosa and Dominic loforno regarding Interim Ordinance No. 4050 establishing a
temporary Moratorium for Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan, Item #20.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit)
34 Speakers
Kendall Smith, Therapeutic Riding Center, invited Council to the Derby Day event on Saturday, May 2
at 1:00 PM. For more information, visit www.trchb.org. (00:32:26)
Joanne Carls-Accodnero, Seacliff resident, spoke to Council regarding the importance of incorporating
green space into high density developments, and provided a slide presentation that showed examples
of what other cities have done. (00:34:01)
Lilli Wells provided a slide presentation that addressed the lack of green space in high density
development in the City of Huntington Beach. (00:37:47)
Paula Hessley voiced concerns about high density development in Huntington Beach. She addressed
problems associated with traffic, parking, aesthetics, lack of green space, and encouraged the public to
visit the City's website to learn more. (00:41:07)
John Etheridge spoke regarding the City's Easter Hunt event to be held at Huntington Central Park on
Saturday, April 4. (00:44:18)
Jerry Wheeler, Chair and CEO of the Huntington Chamber of Commerce, spoke in opposition to -
Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan
(BECSP), and Ordinances for Adoption Item #20 - Interim Ordinance No. 4050 establishing a
temporary Moratorium for the BECSP. (00:47:15)
John Shipman spoke in favor of Administrative Item #17 in support of Property Assessed Clean Energy
(PACE) Financing Programs. (00:51:11)
Ralph Bauer spoke in support of Council developing a strategic plan for the homeless in Huntington
Beach and submitted communication titled An Appeal to the City Council to Deal with Homelessness in
a More Effective Manner, and other notes related to Administrative Items #16, to the City Clerk.
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Councilmember O'Connell commended Mr. Bauer and Shirley Dettloff for their efforts to help the
homeless. (00:53:19)
Andrea Raynal spoke in opposition to Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and
Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and Ordinances for Adoption Item #20 - Interim Ordinance
No. 4050 establishing a temporary Moratorium for the BECSP. (00:57:53)
Jon Stevenson encouraged Council to consider a zoning text amendment that would permit more
religious assembly structures to be built within the BECSP. (01:01:08)
Dianne Thompson, Chamber of Commerce, spoke in opposition reducing the residential MAND to
2,100 units as recommended in Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP). (01:03:45)
Tom Schiff spoke in opposition to Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and Ordinances for Adoption Item #20 - Interim Ordinance No. 4050
establishing a temporary Moratorium for the BECSP. (01:05:15)
Cari Swan voiced concerns about high density, height and lack of green space in relation to Consent
Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP).
(01-08.12)
Teri Lynn spoke regarding Ordinances for Introduction Item #19 - Ordinance No. 4049 amending
Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to massage establishments.
(01:10:07)
Tony Swanson spoke regarding Ordinances for Introduction Item #19 - Ordinance No. 4049 amending
Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to massage establishments.
(01:13:18)
Joseph Mastropaulo spoke in opposition Consent Item #3 (Flatiron Electric Group contract for traffic
signal modifications); #4 (Golden State Constructors for FY 14/15 Curb Access Ramp Installation); #13
(AKM Consulting Engineers for Placement of Edgewater Lift Station); and, #17 (Resolutions approving
California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) and CaliforniaFIRST Property Assessed Clean
Energy (PACE) Financing Programs. (01:15:48)
Susan Welfringer, Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District (HBDBID), announced
the next 2015 Third Thursday Artwalk event on March 19 at the Surf Museum Parking lot and the
Beach Cruiser event March 21 and 22. (01:19:38)
Karen Kerwitz spoke regarding Ordinances for Introduction Item #19 - Ordinance No. 4049 amending
Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to massage establishments,
specifically voicing concerns about the restriction for like businesses to exist within a 1,000 ft.
separation. (01:22:40)
Nancy Beacham Duremdes voiced concerns about Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the
Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP) not addressing height and/or density. (01:25:14)
Maureen L. voiced concerns about panhandling in Huntington Beach. (01:28:17)
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Kathy Tillotson, Build Futures, spoke in favor of action versus holding meetings and other items
recommended in Administrative Item #16 - Homelessness in Huntington Beach. (01:29:50)
Kurt Grossman introduced himself to educate Council on a desalination product he developed, and to
encourage them to consider it as an alternative to the proposed desalination plant previously approved.
(01:33:11)
Ron Higby spoke regarding Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP). (01:35:35)
Elizabeth DeWolf, Stop Human Trafficking Action Group, spoke in favor of Ordinances for Introduction
Item #19 - Ordinance No. 4049 amending Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code
(HBMC) relating to massage establishments. (01:38:09)
Myranda Poletiek spoke in favor of Ordinances for Introduction Item #19 - Ordinance No. 4049
amending Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to massage
establishments. (01:41:07)
Brett Feuerstein spoke regarding Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and questioned set -back requirements on Edinger and whether or not
they apply to residential only, or commercial. (01:42:09)
Robert Johnson voiced concerns regarding the City's Affordable Housing Program, and his opinion that
it doesn't make sense. (01:43:31)
Jeff Clark, California Clemency Project, spoke in support of allowing access to medical cannabis for the
many injured or ill veterans and seniors living in the City of Huntington Beach. He requested either a
public forum meeting or private meeting with Council members and City Attorney to further address
proper solutions. (01:45:50)
Jeremy Hutman spoke in favor of Administrative Items #17 - Resolutions approving California
Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) and CaliforniaFIRST Property Assessed Clean Energy
(PACE) Financing Programs. (01:48:03)
Theresa Lowe spoke regarding opening communication to discuss safe access to medical cannabis in
Huntington Beach. (01:50:26)
Bobbi Ashurst announced the next meeting of the Orange County Water Board where they will be
discussing the Poseidon Desalination Project, Open Community Forum - Orange County Water
Dissidence - R4RD (Residents for Responsible Desalination). She also shared her concerns regarding
cannabis collectives (location, security, safety procedures). (01:52:38)
Steve Dodge spoke in opposition to Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and
Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and Ordinances for Adoption Item #20 - Interim Ordinance
No. 4050 establishing a temporary Moratorium for the BECSP. (01:55:45)
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Bruce Wareh spoke regarding Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and Edinger
Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and recommended changes to setbacks, parking, and current traffic
study. (01:58:46)
Marie T. Spain spoke in support of Consent Item #10 - Proposed Amendments to the Beach and
Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP), and Ordinances for Adoption Item #20 - Interim Ordinance
No. 4050 establishing a temporary Moratorium for the BECSP. (02:02:04)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE
REPORTING
Councilmember Peterson reported attending a meeting of the Orange County Sanitation District
Orientation on Tuesday, March 10.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis reported he also attended the Orange County Sanitation District Orientation,
as well as a tour by Travis Hopkins of one of the City's sewer lift stations. In addition, he attended
OCTA Transit Committee and OCTA Board of Directors meetings.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the Special Olympics Delegation Announcement at the
Huntington Beach Pier on March 4th to acknowledge their major donors. She also attended the Town
Hall Meeting at Eaders School on the Desalination Project on March 5th, participated in the March 7th
Marine Battalion Run and the Special Olympics Golf Tournament. She also attended the Santa Ana
River Flood Control field trip on March 12th and learned about the Army Corp of Engineers' study to
improve the protection offered by the flood control channel.
Councilmember Sullivan attended the monthly general meeting of the Orange County Senior Citizens
Council which was held at the City's Senior Center "temporary" building this month. He also requested
a memo from City Attorney Gates outlining the appropriate items for 1234 Disclosure Reporting.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT - City Manager Fred Wilson announced that to implement one of the
results of the January Strategic Sessions — having Department Heads provide updates to the Council
and residents — City Clerk Joan L. Flynn would be presenting tonight.
City Clerk Joan L. Flynn presented an overview of the services which are available to the public through
the office of the City Clerk, such as City Council Agendas, Campaign Disclosure/FPPC Forms, Public
Records and Passport information. Recent changes to the City's website make it easier to find Council
agendas from the home page, where you can find the link for the current meeting agenda as well as
archives back to 2005. Another change to the website just being implemented by Information Services
is the availability of a new email address, AgendaComment@surftcity-hb.org. Using this email
allows residents to send one email message concerning an agenda item and it will be sent to all
Council members as well as the City Clerk's Office to ensure inclusion in public records. Public records
as well as historical photos can be accessed through the City's website. The City Clerk's second floor
office at City Hall has staff dedicated to assisting the public with their passport needs including the
required forms and photos. The $25 processing fee and $10 photo fee stay with the City and provide
funds which directly benefit City residents and business owners.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Posey pulled Agenda Item #10. Direct Staff to pursue Amendments to the Beach and
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Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP)
Councilmember Peterson pulled Agenda Item #5. Approve Sole Source Justification with Aero
Computers, Inc. for the purchase of one moving map system in the amount of $139,099 to be used in
the police helicopter.
1. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to review and approve the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting minutes and the Successor Agency special meeting minutes dated
February 17, 2015, as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
2. Received and filed the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Update
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to receive and file the Six -Month Strategic
Objectives Matrix.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
3. Accepted bid and authorized the execution of a construction contract with Flatiron Electric
Group, Inc., in the amount of $525,212 for the traffic signal modifications at the intersections of
Magnolia Street and Yorktown Avenue and at Bushard Street and Adams Avenue, CC-1464
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to accept the lowest responsive and responsible
bid submitted by Flatiron Electric Group, Inc., in the amount of $525,212; and, authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and, authorize the
Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract
construction costs or $78,782.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract in the amount of $128,145 to
Golden State Constructors, Inc. for the FY 14/15 Curb Access Ramp Installation Project, CC-
1498
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to accept lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Golden State Contractors in the amount of $128,145; and, authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
5. Approved Sole Source Justification with Aero Computers, Inc. for the purchase of one
moving map system in the amount of $139,099 to be used in the police helicopter
Councilmember Peterson pulled the item to question sole source justification. Police Chief Handy
responded that there are two companies that provide this system and Aero Computers, Inc. provided
the lowest cost, are better able to provide service and they are a California company.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to approve Sole Source Justification for Aero
Computers, Inc. to purchase one moving map system in the amount of $139,099.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
6. Adopted Resolution No. 2015-13 authorizing Fire Department personnel to be compensated
by the State for the entire time of commitment to Strike Team Deployments
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to adopt Resolution No. 2015-13, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Identifying the Terms and Conditions for Fire
Department Response Away From Their Official Duty Station and Assigned to an Emergency Incident,"
authorizing Portal to Portal Compensation by the State for Strike Team Deployments.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
7. Adopted Resolution No. 2015-14 authorizing Implementation of Governmental Accounting
Standards Board (GASB) Statement No. 54; and, adopt revised City of Huntington Beach Fund
Balance Policy
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to adopt Resolution Number 2015-14, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving the Commitment of Fund
Balances in Accordance With Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 54"; and,
adopt a revised City of Huntington Beach Fund Balance Policy.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
8. Approved Fiscal Year 2013/14 Year -End Audit Close -Out Adjustments
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A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve year-end adjustments to the Fiscal
Year 2013/14 Revised Budget in the Funds and by the amounts contained in Attachment 1 and
Attachment 2.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
9. Approved Annual Developer Fee Funds Compliance Reports for the Planned Local Drainage
Facility Fund, Sanitary Sewer Facilities Fund and the Fair Share Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee
Program
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve the Planned Local Drainage Facility
Fund Annual Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2013/14; and, approve the Sanitary Sewer Facilities
Fund Annual Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2013/14; and, approve the Fair Share Traffic Impact
Mitigation Fee Program Annual Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2013/14.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
10. Directed Staff to pursue Amendments to the Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan
(BECSP)
Councilmember O'Connell and City Attorney Gates recused themselves and left the chambers because
they each own property on the border of the BECSP.
Councilmember Posey pulled the item to oppose the MAND recommendation; making a new
recommendation that Council consider changing the MAND to 3,100 versus 2,100.
Mayor Hardy and staff discussed Urban Art Lofts being grandfathered in and questioned if the 30 ft.
setback is for residential buildings only? Staff replied that all types of development, including
commercial and mixed use must have the 30 ft. setback. What would be the maximum density if the
discussed changes are implemented? Staff responded it would be about 10-20 percent reduction. A
higher density could be achieved with subterranean parking or going higher up. In realizing that the
BECSP doesn't address buildings used for religious purposes, and acknowledging that the Council
wants to encourage people to work, stay and play in our City, the Council needs to ensure that
guidelines are in place for houses of worship.
Councilmember Peterson voiced support for Occupancy Group A - allowing meeting space on the first
floor which would address the issue for houses of worship. He also discussed the MAND in relation to
parking; CEQA limit to 3 or 4 stories; Planning Commission schedule (Study Session on 3/24; Public
Hearing on 3/31) and back to City Council 4/6. Staff responded that the Planning Commission normally
likes 30 days to address an issue and depending upon how many changes are made to the draft
amendments will affect how much time the Planning Commission may need to analyze, advertise and
prepare a new ordinance since there are seven districts involved.
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Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis asked Urban Lofts representative to review for the Council the number of
units and parking spaces. The original plan included 218 parking spaces when the requirement was
213. This was subsequently increased to 249 which includes tandem parking. There are 172 units in
the project: 42% are 500 sq. ft. studios which typically would have one resident; 52% are one -bedroom
apartments and 6% are two -bedroom apartments.
Councilmember Delgleize discussed preexisting conditions that drove development of the BECSP to
entice business. She shared concerns about high home prices in Orange County and Huntington
Beach, and voiced support for BECSP amendments related to the CUP requirement for residential and
mixed use projects, setbacks, building height, and coastal parking. She however spoke in opposition to
reducing the MAND to 2,100 stating that it reduces options and causes a hardship due to
environmental review and anticipated delays. She recognized and sympathized with residents
complaints about density, and stated her belief that a lot of the recommended amendments, other than
the MAND at 2,100, she could definitely support.
Councilmember Posey discussed grandfathering in Urban Art Lofts; a MAND change to 2,100 would
require another Environmental Impact Report and the costs added to each project; combining small lots
into large ones will be required for future apartment complexes because the large lots have been
used; applicants already in the process should be able to proceed with guidelines in the original
BECSP; and, in addition to increasing the sales tax, new residents will buy cars, visit restaurants and
spend their money in the City in multiple ways.
Mayor Hardy questioned the original MAND. Staff replied that 6,400 was proposed in the original EIR,
however the 4,500 MAND was the certified alternative that was approved.
A motion to take a straw vote was made by Peterson, second Sullivan to add Occupancy Group A -
Assembly on the first floor in the BECSP — with adequate parking approved by the Planning
Commission utilizing the Conditional Use Permit process, if required.
The straw vote carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
RECUSED: O'Connell
A motion to take a straw vote was made by Peterson, second Sullivan to limit buildings to a 4-story
height.
The straw vote carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
RECUSED: O'Connell
A motion was made by Katapodis, second Posey to Grandfather Urban Art Lofts parking - applicant
to have 249 parking spaces with tandem parking or reduce spaces to 237 with no tandem parking
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Councilmember Sullivan stated he would not support the motion on the floor. Councilmember Delgleize
shared the need to raise the revenue necessary to maintain the green spaces and parks that residents
want as well as new services like Wi-Fi. Mayor Hardy shared that new revenue sources may not be
enough to cover the new expenses. Councilmember Posey stated in his opinion Urban Loft is providing
plenty of parking and the MAND should be left at 3,100. Councilmember Peterson shared that it should
not be the Council, but the Planning Commission, that determines proper parking for a project.
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis withdrew the motion.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Sullivan to direct staff to pursue amendments to the BECSP
to: reduce the residential MAND to 2,100 units; require a CUP for all residential and mixed -use
projects; apply the coastal zone parking requirements to all residential projects; increase front yard
setbacks to 30 feet minimum (allow CUP to deviate) and require 10-foot upper story setbacks above
the third story; require all residential projects to have retail/commercial uses at street level (allow CUP
to deviate); modify development standards for auto dealers; allow deviation to Edinger frontage road
requirements for commercial projects adding up to 50 percent of existing square footage; add
Occupancy Group A - Assembly on the first floor in the BECSP — with adequate parking approved by
the Planning Commission utilizing the Conditional Use Permit process, if required; and, to limit buildings
to a 4-story height.
A substitute motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to: Direct staff to pursue amendments to
the BECSP to: reduce the residential MAND to 3,100 units; require a CUP for all residential and mixed -
use projects; apply the coastal zone parking requirements to all residential projects; increase front yard
setbacks to 30 feet minimum (allow CUP to deviate) and require 10-foot upper story setbacks above
the third story; require all residential projects to have retail/commercial uses at street level (allow CUP
to deviate); modify development standards for auto dealers; allow deviation to Edinger frontage road
requirements for commercial projects adding up to 50 percent of existing square footage; add
Occupancy Group A - Assembly on the first floor in the BECSP — with adequate parking approved by
the Planning Commission utilizing the Conditional Use Permit process, if required; and, limit buildings to
a 4-story height.
The substitute motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, and Delgleize
NOES: Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, and Peterson
RECUSED: O'Connell
Councilmember Peterson's original motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: Posey
RECUSED: O'Connell
11. Approved and authorized execution of Amendment #1 to Reimbursement Agreement with
HB Boardwalk, LLC in the amount of $35,000 for Fire and Safety Inspection Services for the HB
Boardwalk Project
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A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute "Amendment No. 1 to Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Huntington
Beach and HB Boardwalk, LLC, for Costs Incurred for Fire and Safety Inspection Services."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
12. Approved and authorized execution of a five (5) year License Agreement with Southern
California Edison for public parkland located at Arevalos Park
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve the License Agreement with Southern
California Edison for the use of the 2.58 acres of property commonly known as Arevalos Park; and,
Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute any and all documents necessary to conclude this
transaction.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
13. Approved and authorized execution of a Professional Services Contract between the City
and AKIN Consulting Engineers in the amount of $400,000 for preparation of plans and
specifications for the replacement of the Edgewater Lift Station
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the "Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and AKM
Consulting Engineers for Professional Engineering Design of the Edgewater Lift Station."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
14. Received Successor Agency approval of Estoppels and Consent to Transfer of Interest (of
the Owner Participation Agreement OPA) of Bella Terra I and City Council Approval of Estoppel
Certificate (Parking Garage Agreement)
A City Council motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve the "Estoppel Certificate
(Parking Garage Agreements);" and authorize the Mayor, City Manager and City Clerk to sign all
necessary documents to effectuate this transfer.
A Successor Agency motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve the "Estoppel and
Consent to Transfer of Interest (OPA)" Agreement; and approve the "Estoppel Certificate and Request
for Notice;" and approve the Executive Director and Board Clerk to sign all necessary documents to
effectuate this transfer and make non -substantive modifications of the forms, if necessary.
The motions carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
PUBLIC HEARING
15. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4047 approving Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No.
15-001 Amending Chapter 233 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance
(HBZSO) regarding signs
There was a presentation by Planning staff that described in more detail the request to amend the
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance regarding signs. More specifically, ZTA No. 15-
001 assures conformance of the City's sign code to recent State and federal court cases related to the
posting of signs on private property and public rights of way.
There were no questions or any discussion among the Council members.
Mayor Hardy opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Joan Flynn announced there were no public speakers for Agenda Item No. 15.
The Public Hearing was closed by Mayor Hardy.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Katapodis to approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 15-001
with findings for approval; and, after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance
No. 4047, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting Zoning Text
Amendment No. 15-001 and Amending Chapter 233 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance Related to Signs."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
16. Updated recommendations made regarding Homelessness in Huntington Beach
City Manager Wilson shared that staff brought this issue to the Council Economic Development
Committee with the suggestion of forming a Council sub -committee in order to facilitate Council
involvement and coordination with existing non -profits who are addressing the City's homelessness.
Councilmember Delgleize shared that meetings should be held more frequently than quarterly — at least
initially. Police Chief Handy stated that Police Department staff would be the liaison for this committee
in coordination with the current provider of services to the Police Department efforts on this issue.
Mayor Hardy confirmed that the intent of this Action is that all community interested parties could be
included in meetings. She further stated that typically Council committees rarely vote on issues, but
rather they allow for public comments and then make recommendations to the full Council for voting.
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Councilmember O'Connell stated how important it is for the Council to be proactive on this issue, and
he lauded the efforts of Dr. Bauer to lead the charge. Councilmember Sullivan also thanked Dr. Bauer
for his efforts to date, and stated that originally it was suggested this be a seven -member task force by
having each Councilmember appoint a member. City Manager Wilson and Dr. Bauer both stated that in
their opinion either a three- or seven -member committee should serve the purpose of addressing the
homeless issue which will take a lot of time and effort.
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O'Connell to form a seven (7) member Homeless Task Force
appointed individually by the City Council to meet at least quarterly and advise the City Council on
matters related to homelessness in, Huntington Beach.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
17. Failed to adopt Resolution Nos. 2015-07 and 2015-08 Approving Associate Membership in
the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) and Consenting to the Inclusion of
Properties within the City's Jurisdiction in the Figtree and CaliforniaFIRST Property Assessed
Clean Energy (PACE) Financing Programs - Continued from the March 2, 2015 Council meeting
Toni Graham, City Energy Projects Coordinator, made a presentation to address Council questions and
provide a preview of existing energy saving financing options for City homeowners. PACE Financing
was created by AB 811 to fund energy and water efficiency measures, using the property equity as
collateral. Ms. Graham added that the Orange County Association of Realtors does not support
PACE programs due to the potential impact at time of sale.
Councilmember Peterson voiced concerns about the PACE lien position and high interest rates, and
stated there are already a number of financing options available for homeowners.
Councilmember Delgleize discussed existing loan options for retrofit/energy efficiency upgrade projects,
and how the high interest rate of 7 percent is associated with the property qualifying for the loan, not
the buyer, adding that the City of Huntington Beach would not recommend one option above any other.
Councilmember O'Connell had concerns related to the 7% interest rate, and certainly doesn't want it to
appear that the Council is endorsing the PACE program only.
Councilmember Posey voiced opposition to item because he felt it was inappropriate for the City to
provide recommendations on homeowner energy savings options.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis and Staff Analyst Graham discussed why the City was supportive of the
PACE Program. As explained by staff, the City of Huntington Beach has quite a few older homes which
produce greenhouse gas emissions. When the City does their.Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventory for
the State, it can also provide a complete menu of options (including the PACE program) which
are available to homeowners. A complete menu of options allows homeowners to do their due
diligence in being energy responsible.
Mayor Hardy and Staff Analyst Graham discussed how denying the request actually limits options for
homeowners. The HERO program which currently has a robust program for homeowners, but not for
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large commercial retrofit projects, is the only current option adopted by the City. Mayor Hardy shared
that making options available is not the same as recommending an option.
Councilmember Posey asked CaliforniaFIRST PACE representative for some ROI details and it was
explained that the PACE program is a solar energy owner option vs. most other solar programs where
a third party actually owns the solar system, not the homeowner. When asked how PACE gets first
positioning with a lien on a property, the response was that it is very similar to Mello Roos, i.e.,
an assessment district.
Mayor Hardy stated that Council approval is required to make this government program available
to City homeowners. It is up to homeowners to decide which of the available options is best for their
circumstances.
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Hardy to adopt Resolution 2015-07, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California Approving Associate Membership by the City in the
California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA); Authorizing and Directing the Execution of an
Associate Membership Agreement Relating to Associate Membership of the City in the Authority;
Authorizing the City to Join the Figtree Pace Program; Authorizing the California Enterprise
Development Authority to Conduct Contractual Assessment Proceedings and Levy Contractual
Assessments Within the Territory of the City of Huntington Beach; and Authorizing Related Actions;"
and, adopt Resolution 2015-08, "Resolution Authorizing the City of Huntington Beach to Join the
CaliforniaFirst Program; Authorizing the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to
Accept Applications From Property Owners, Conduct Contractual Assessment Proceedings and Levy
Contractual Assessments Within the Incorporated Territory of the City; and Authorizing Related
Actions" in the CaliforniaFIRST PACE program to Finance Distributed Generation Renewable Energy
Sources, Energy and Water Efficiency Improvements; and, authorize the Mayor, on behalf of the City,
to execute the Associate Membership Agreement with California Enterprise Development Authority.
The motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Hardy, and Delgleize
NOES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Sullivan, and Peterson
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
18. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4048 amending Chapter 9.76 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code relating to discharging weapons
City Manager Wilson stated this is just a simple clean-up of an ordinance.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Katapodis to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for
introduction Ordinance No. 4048, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter
9.76 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Discharging Weapons." The motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
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19. Approved as amended for introduction Ordinance No. 4049 amending Chapter 5.24 of the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to Massage Establishments
Captain Bill Stuart presented the Huntington Beach Police Department recap of statistics related to the
legal changes related to massage establishment management. Captain Stuart stated that Ordinance
No. 4049 will bring the City up to the current standards set by AB 1147. City staff believes Ordinance
No. 4049 will reduce the existence of illicit massage businesses, illicit sex trade, potential for human
trafficking in Huntington Beach, as well as enhance community health and safety.
Councilmember Peterson questioned meeting HIPPA privacy regulations and City Attorney Gates
stated that HIPPA basically pertains to medical records and disclosure of medical conditions, not
something that normally would be disclosed when City health and safety staff are checking for possible
code violations or illicit activities. Councilmember Peterson asked about restrictions that prevent a new
owner from purchasing a preexisting business. Chief Handy responded that the ordinance addresses
the issue of a new massage business residing within 1,000 feet of another massage establishment, and
how they try to be flexible with legitimate establishment ownership changes.
Councilmembers O'Connell and Sullivan expressed concerns with how this new restriction will affect a
current business owner in good standing who plans to turn ownership over to a fellow colleague. Police
Chief Handy responded that the intent of the ordinance is to accommodate existing legitimate massage
businesses and still have the standards to deal with the illicit massage parlors. The purpose of not
allowing a change of ownership for a massage business within 1,000 feet of another massage business
is intended to reduce the number of establishments through attrition.
City Attorney Gates confirmed to Councilmember O'Connell's question that minor language changes
could be made to this ordinance that would make it possible for a legitimate massage business owner
to change ownership and it would still qualify as a first reading of the ordinance.
Mayor Hardy announced a 10-minute recess to allow City Attorney Gates time to make the minor
language changes.
Mayor Hardy reconvened the meeting.
A motion was made by Katapodis, second Sullivan to after the City Clerk Joan Flynn reads by title, to
approve for introduction as amended Ordinance No. 4049, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington
Beach Amending Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Massage
Establishments," amending Section 5.24.040 to read, "an Establishment Registration Certificate is
generally not transferrable. Transfers may be granted at the sole discretion of the Police Chief and no
transfer of an Establishment Registration Certificate will be allowed in the event that a Massage
Establishment has pending investigations, reviews, or citations; or in certain instances where massage
establishments are located within 1, 000 feet of another Massage Establishments.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
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20. Failed to adopt an Interim Ordinance No. 4050 establishing a temporary Moratorium for
Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP)
Councilmember O'Connell and City Attorney Gates recused themselves and left the chambers due to a
conflict of interest.
Councilmember Peterson expressed his support.
Councilmembers Posey, Katapodis, Sullivan, and Delgleize all voiced opposition to the Interim
Ordinance as it is not necessary because staff has already been given direction and has a schedule to
perform.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to adopt Ordinance No. 4050, "An Interim Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Establishing a Temporary Moratorium on Certain New
Residential Development within the Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan Area."
The motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Hardy, and Peterson
NOES: Posey, Katapodis, Sullivan, and Delgleize
RECUSED: O'Connell
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
21. Adopted Request Submitted by Councilmember Posey Heard Regarding General Plan
Update Streamlining
Councilmember Posey stated that every ten years the General Plan is updated to include elements
required by the State. This process creates a bloated plan and costs the taxpayers money.
Streamlining the process will save about $100,000 and two months of time, and will still meet the
State's requirements.
A motion was made by Posey, second Sullivan to direct staff to streamline the General Plan Update by
implementing the following changes to the project scope and process: reduce the scope of the
Sustainability Action Plan (SAP) to meet the requirements necessary to address State law and realize
benefits of streamlined environmental review for future projects; and, reduce scope of land
use/circulation alternatives analysis; and, reduce the scope of the Coastal Resiliency Plan to address
the necessary California Coastal Commission requirements; and, formulate a General Plan structure to
meet the State mandated requirements while ensuring that the General Plan elements are reasonable
in size and'scope to meet all legal requirements, as well as address issues identified by the GPAC.
New structure changes would result in reducing the number of elements from 16 to nine and include the
following elements: Land Use, Open Space/Conservation, Safety, Noise, Circulation, Infrastructure/
Public Facilities, Historic and Cultural Resources, Housing, and Coastal. (It should be noted that the
last three are not part of the General Plan Update project.)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: Hardy
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the 311 Run to benefit the 3rd Battalion/1st=Marines. (3/1-),
and Neighbor Works of Orange County (provides workforce housing) event. He celebrated an early St.
Patrick's Day at St. Michael's School in South Los Angeles. He described St. Michael's as a very -
unique school, about 91 % Hispanic, 9% African -American, and directed by an Irish Monsignor from
County Cork.
Councilmember Peterson announced on behalf of Chris MacDonald that the Peter's Landing Farmers'
Market had their last event last Saturday. Unfortunately, the group has moved somewhere else and
currently there will be no more farmers' market at Peter's Landing.
Councilmember Delgleize reminded everyone that the firework stand applications must be turned in to
the City Clerk's office by March 31st at 5:00 p.m.
Councilmember Sullivan thanked the City employees who were so helpful in the successful 311 Run. He
also mentioned that other Councilmembers participated in the 3/1 event, but only Councilmember
Delgleize won an award. He closed his comments by offering an Irish "blessing" in honor of St.
Patrick's Day.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis participated in the 3/1 Run, the HBUHSD Pi Day at Edison High, and the
Rotary Club event to raise funds for Boys & Girls Clubs.
Mayor Hardy reported attending the 405 Press Conference at the South Coast Plaza parking lot for
those opposed to toll lanes on the Orange County section. She also attended the Special Olympics
Delegation Announcement with Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley Host Towns at Pier Plaza; the
Town Hall Meeting at Eader School on Poseidon's Desalination plant; and the HBUHSD Pi Day at
Edison High School. She reminded everyone that certain parts of the City get to vote for their 37th
District State Senator tomorrow.
ADJOURNMENT — At 11:07 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority is Monday, April 6, 2015, at 4:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center,
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
Cityitrk and ex'officio CI of the City
Coun of the City of Huntington Beach
and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority
and Successor Agency of the City of Huntington
Beach, California
ATTEST:
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