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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, April 6, 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
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/governmenVagendas/
4:00 PM - ROOM B-8
CALLED TO ORDER — 4:11 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Posey, O'Connell (arrived at 4:14 PM), Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and
Peterson
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced supplemental
communication that was received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda
packet:
PowerPoint communication submitted for Study Session Item No. 1 dated April 6, 2015, entitled
City Council Study Session April 6, 2015 including an attachment entitled Annexation Study
Bolsa Chica Lowlands prepared by RSG.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3
Minute Time Limit)
Dan Kalmick, Vice President, Bolsa Chica Land Trust, expressed support of the BCLT for
annexation. (00:01:10)
STUDY SESSION
1. Staff provided a review and update of the Bolsa Chica Lowlands Annexation
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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City Manager Fred Wilson provided a PowerPoint communication dated April 6, 2015, entitled
City Council Study Session April 6, 2015 including an attachment entitled Annexation Study
Bolsa Chica Lowlands prepared by RSG that included the following titled slides: Aerial photo,
Summary of Actions to Date, The RSG Study Addressed, Agency Overview, Benefits,
Concerns, Revised Summary of Revenues and Expenditures (Updated February 2015), Current
Status of Annexation Process, Harriett Wieder Regional Park, Proposed County Funding, In
Summary, Options for Consideration, and Questions.
Questions/comments included:
Mayor Hardy and Fire Chief Patrick McIntosh discussed the City's role as first responder to fires
in the Bolsa Chica, associated costs, and automatic aid resources.
Councilmember Posey and Manager Wilson discussed annual maintenance costs.
Councilmember Posey, Fire Chief McIntosh and Police Chief Robert Handy discussed the
number of times public safety has responded to calls during the past year.
Councilmember Delgleize felt that the City should consider renegotiating with the newly elected
County Supervisor Michelle Steele. Councilmember Peterson concurred, and voiced support
for lobbying the County for funds to maintain Harriett Wieder Park. He voiced concerns
about other agencies remaining consistently involved if the City decides to annex.
Councilmember Sullivan concurred with Councilmembers Delgleize and Peterson, and
discussed moving forward with negotiations for Harriett Wieder Park and an interpretive center
at that location. He also stated, "owning property assumes liability," and voiced support for
Option 2 (no annexation).
Councilmember O'Connell concurred with Councilmember Delgleize, and spoke regarding
working more closely with other involved agencies.
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis voiced support for renegotiating with Supervisor Steele, working
to recognize the value of the park and the importance of the County maintaining it.
Mayor Hardy stated support for annexation, pointing out that Harriett Wieder Park is the only
County park in Supervisor Steele's district. While she recognizes the Council's concerns about
liability with ownership, she also had concerns about not having the power to influence
decisions at the State level if the City does not own the park. She also discussed problems
maintaining the park with limited resources.
Councilmember Delgleize stated support for Option 1 (continue with the process of annexing the
Bolsa Chica Lowlands not including City ownership of Harriett Wieder Park or including City
ownership of Harriett Wieder Park with the County incentive for capital improvements), and
voiced concerns about costs related to dredging the bridge area.
Mayor Hardy asked Council to voice, through a straw vote, their support for one of the following
options:
Annex everything: Hardy
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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Annex all but Harriett Weider Park: Delgleize, Posey, O'Connell
Annex nothing: Peterson, Sullivan, Katapodis
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:38 PM
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis, to recess to Closed Session. The motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
Mayor Hardy announced: Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8, the City Council takes
this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated property negotiator, Assistant City
Manager Ken Domer, concerning price and terms of payment for the purchase of real property
in the form of a permanent street easement and a temporary construction easement over a
portion of the Pacific Mobile Home Park (APN 024-291-16) located at 80 Huntington Street in
Huntington Beach, CA.
Mayor Hardy announced: Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6.a, the City Council takes
this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator City Manager Fred
Wilson, who will be participating today in Closed Session discussions regarding labor
negotiations with Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA).
CLOSED SESSION
2. 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.
3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager,
concerning price and terms of payment for the purchase of real property in the form of a
permanent street easement and a temporary construction easement over a portion of the
Pacific Mobile Home Park (APN 024-291-16) located at 80 Huntington Street in Huntington
Beach, CA. The property owner of the Park is 80 Huntington I, LLC and 80 Huntington II,
LLC. The easement for street purposes is approximately 14,950 sq ft running along the
northern boundary of the Park adjacent to Atlanta Avenue between Huntington Street
and Delaware Street. The temporary construction easement extends south of the street
easement to a varying width, covering approximately 31,501 sq. ft.
4. 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.
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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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: Sunny Kang v.
City of Huntington Beach/William Brownlee, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2013-00626834.
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: Timothy Masten
v. City of Huntington Beach, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2014-
00761624.
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: Roger Mielke v.
City of Huntington Beach, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2014-
00729395.
8. 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 CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:15 PM
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 Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis
INVOCATION - Led by Charles "Bud" Lung from the First Church, Christ Scientist and member
of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Hardy presented a commendation to members of the Assistance League of Huntington
Beach to congratulate them for the organization's 65th Anniversary.
Marlene Ryan, Assistance League President, thanked Matt Liffring and Julie Toledo for their
support, and announced a fundraiser on May 2, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Mayor Hardy called on Director of Library Services Stephanie Beverage to announce the
Central Library's 40th anniversary celebration set for tomorrow, April 7.
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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Mayor Hardy presented a Fair Housing Month Proclamation to April Overlie, Director of
Education & Outreach for the Fair Housing Foundation.
Mayor Hardy introduced a video and called on Sylvia Franklin and Laurie Hill from the City's
Water Conservation Department who announced the City's participation in the 4th Annual
Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation.
Mayor Hardy called on members of the Huntington Beach Coordinating Council who announced
the 2nd Annual Volunteer Expo set for Saturday, April 18.
Mayor Hardy called on Councilmember Billy O'Connell who presented a commendation to the
Kiwanis of Huntington Beach for their outstanding accomplishments in providing family friendly
events to the community.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced receipt of supplemental communication for the Public
Hearing which will be announced at that time. For Item #13, there was communication received
from James E. Morrisey, dated April 6, entitled Environmental Review, CEQA and Historic
Structures.
Mayor Hardy asked if there was any objection to addressing Item No. 10 and Item No. 13
together and hearing public comments on both items at the same time. There was no objection
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -- 13 Speakers
Armory Hanson spoke regarding Administrative Item No. 12 - Ordinance adopting revisions to
Municipal Code Chapter 10.42 entitled Permit Parking Districts, and announced his intention to
run for City Council in 2016. (00:33:04)
Andrissa Dominguez spoke regarding Administrative Item No. 12 - Ordinance adopting revisions
to Municipal Code Chapter 10.42 entitled Permit Parking Districts. (00:34:57)
Berea Thompson, small business owner, spoke regarding beach access/beach permits (State
and City) and the fact that half -day permits are no longer available — only full -day use permits —
and how the increased cost for full -day permits affects their budget over a year's time. Ms.
Thompson's small business typically needs beach access for their runs from 7 - 11 a.m. only.
Councilmember Delgleize inquired as to the difference in price: $225 for half -day use or $450
for full -day use. (00:38:07)
Laura Syzdek, Project Self Sufficiency, spoke regarding the Wine, Cheese and Chocolate
Please fundraiser on April 19th from 1:OO to 5:00 PM at the Newland Barn. (00:40:36)
Don MacAllister, resident at 1121 Park Street, spoke regarding Public Hearing Item No. 10 -
Historic and Cultural Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to
demolish or alter a historic structure.
Councilmember Sullivan asked if Mr. Mac Allister received public notice. (00:43:11)
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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Michael Lajtay, resident in the 1800 block of Lake Street, voiced concerns related to potential
code violations at 1814 Lake Street. He also submitted a communication sent on his behalf by
a legal firm to the property owner 1814 Lake Street. (00:46:16)
Robert Johnson voiced concerns about affordable housing in Huntington Beach. (00:48:50)
Jeff Clark, California Clemency Project, spoke regarding the need for medical cannabis
dispensaries in Huntington Beach. (00:52:01)
Maureen L voiced concerns about the City's lack of notification for General Plan Committee
activities and that increased police services are needed for the City's increasing growth and
summer tourists. (00:55:15)
Terre Lowe spoke in support of medical cannabis dispensaries in Huntington Beach. (00:56:54)
Bob Bolen spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure. (01:01:35)
Danny Murphy spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 - Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure. (01:04:50)
James E. Morrisey spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 - Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update. (01:07:22)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234
DISCLOSURE REPORTING
Councilmember Sullivan and City Attorney Gates discussed reporting guidelines to comply with
AB 1234 (any meetings or activities attended since the last Council meeting for which the City
reimburses expenses).
Councilmember Posey appointed Vicky Boatman to the Homeless Committee, and reported
attending a Manufactured Housing Education Trust (MHET) meeting on March 25.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis reported attending the MHET meeting on March 25, an OCTA Board
of Directors meeting, the ACCOC Legislative Regulatory Committee meeting, the OC
Sanitation District SCAG meeting, and the Mayor's Breakfast for Stanton.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the MHET meeting on March 25.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Wilson referred to Public Works Director Travis Hopkins to report on Governor
Brown's Executive Order regarding water conservation placed on April 1, 2015.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approved and adopted minutes
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to review and approve the City
Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated March 2, 2015, and the City
Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting and Successor Agency special meeting
minutes dated March 16, 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 City Clerk's Quarterly listing of Professional Service Contracts
filed in the City Clerk's office for contracts executed between October 1, 2014 and
December 31, 2014
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to receive and file the "List of Professional
Service Contracts Approved by Department Heads Pursuant to Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 3.03 and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk for the Period October 1, 2014
through December 31, 2014."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
3. Approved and accepted donation from the Woman's Club of Huntington Beach
through the Friends of the Huntington Beach Public Library
Councilmember Sullivan pulled the item to recognize the contributions made by the Women's
Club of Huntington Beach.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Delgleize to approve and accept the donation of
$100,000 from the Friends of the Huntington Beach Public Library on behalf of the Woman's
Club of Huntington Beach.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorized execution of a
contract in the amount of $451,661.00 with All American Asphalt for the City Beach
Parking Lot Pavement Rehabilitation Project, CC-1484; and, authorized up to 15% in
change orders
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to accept the lowest responsive and
responsible base bid submitted by All American Asphalt in the amount of $451;661.00;
and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved
by the City Attorney; and, authorized the Director of Public Works and City Engineer to approve
up to fifteen percent (15%) in construction change orders up to $ 67,750.
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
Page 8 of 15
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
5. Approved appropriation of additional Master Plan of Arterial Highways (MPAH) grant
funds for the Atlanta Avenue Widening Project
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve an appropriation of $556,944 in
grant funds to MPAH account number 96585001.82700
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
6. Approved Final Tract Map No. 17716 for the Coastal Walk Condominiums by The
Olson Company at 16911 Airport Circle (formerly Airport Residential); and, authorized
execution of a Subdivision Agreement
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to approve Final Tract Map No. 17716 and
accept the offer of easement dedications, improvements, and bonds pursuant to findings and
requirements; and, approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Subdivision
Agreement By and Between the City of Huntington Beach and Olson Urban -Huntington Beach
2, LLC For Tract No. 17716."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey' O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
7. Adopted 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 - Approved for introduction March 16, 2015 (Vote: 7-0)
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to adopt 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
8. Adopted Ordinance No. 4048 amending Chapter 9.76 of the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code relating to discharging weapons - Approved for introduction March 16, 2015
(Vote: 7-0)
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to adopt 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
9. Adopted Ordinance No. 4049 amending Chapter 5.24 of the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to Massage Establishments - Approved for introduction
March 16, 2015 (Vote: 7-0)
A motion was made by Katapodis, second O'Connell to adopt 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."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
PUBLIC HEARING
While discussion on Councilmember Item No. 10 will be combined with Public Hearing item No.
13, the action in the minutes will be reflected in the original agenda order.
10. Alternate Action Taken Regarding Negative Declaration No. 14-005 and Resolution
No. 2015-16 approving General Plan Amendment No. 08-009 (Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update)
Ricky Ramos, Principal Planner, introduced Andrea Galvin with GPA Consulting. A PowerPoint
dated April 6, 2015 entitled Negative Declaration No. 14-005, General Plan Amendment No. 08-
009 (Historic and Cultural Resources Element Update) was provided that included the following
titled slides: Request, Background, General Plan Amendment, Negative Declaration, What is a
Historic Survey?, What are "Historical Resources?", "Historical Resources" Must Have Both:
Significance and Integrity, Survey Methodology, Survey Area, Survey Results, Identification of
Historic District, Update of Historic Districts, What does it mean to be a Historic Landmark?, and
Recommendations.
Councilmember Peterson and Planner Ramos discussed how the item's discretionary review
allows residents to take advantage of the Mills Act, is subject to a mitigation measure included
in the downtown Specific Plan, and does not trigger CEQA review.
Councilmember Delgleize and Planner Ramos discussed a property owner's right to apply or
decline to apply for the Mills Act.
Mayor Hardy opened the Public Hearing.
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
April 6, 2015
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Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan L. Flynn announced supplemental
communications received on the item following distribution of the agenda:
A communication received from Louise Fiorillo, dated April 2, 2015 regarding two properties
being identified by Huntington Beach as historic.
A communication received from Michael Hoskinson, dated April 6, 2015, requesting Council to
approve item #10 and reject item #13.
Duane Wentworth, Chair, Historic Resources Board (HRB), spoke regarding the importance of
maintaining a living document of properties with historical significance, and the fairness of
allowing property owners to be notified when properties are added or removed from the list. He
discussed fair process for historic preservation while respecting private property rights.
Ralph Peck spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure, and to his sister -in-laws property on Pacific Coast Highway near TK Burgers
being placed on the historic properties list.
James E. Morrissey, resident at 406 9th Street, spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No.
13 - proposal to demolish or alter a historic structure.
Lyn Semeta, a City Planning Commissioner but speaking as a private citizen, spoke in support
of a voluntary, incentive -based process, keeping the matter under local control, and soliciting
more citizen input. She voiced concerns about citizens who spoke in opposition to being added
to the list during the Planning Commission hearing being assured that they had nothing to worry
about.
Joseph D. Santiago, Historic Resources Board (HRB), submitted a communication related to
627 7th Street, 628 Hartford, and 813 13th Street. He concurred with establishing a voluntary
process, and voiced concerns about different districts not sharing the same qualifications, and
properties that do not qualify for voluntary status.
Danny Murphy, resident at 713 Hill Street, spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 -
Historic and Cultural Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to
demolish or alter a historic structure. He requested that his property be removed from the list,
and that the City continue the item without action.
Don MacAllister, spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 - Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure, and requested that the City remove his property at 1121 Park Street, and his
daughter's property at 224 Crest Street, from the list.
Louise Fiorillo spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 - Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure, and requested that 211 Memphis and her brother's property on Pacific Coast
Highway be removed from the list of properties with historic significance.
Bob Bolen spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure.
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April 6, 2015
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Gayla Totaro spoke in opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 10 - Historic and Cultural
Resources Element Update, and Councilmember Item No. 13 - proposal to demolish or alter a
historic structure.
There being no further speakers, Mayor Hardy closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis and Planner Ramos discussed how the list of historic properties was
created by a consulting firm based on certain criteria. Homes on the historical list can be
modified or demolished just like any other property in the City -- through the normal permit and
zoning code process. Like any other home in the City, if a variance is needed, then CEQA does
apply which would require reviewing the historic nature of the home.
Councilmember Posey stated that historic significance appears to be based on subjective
criteria, and therefore he will not support this Item.
Councilmember Sullivan stated that the 50-year designation is troubling to him and asked why
that criterion was used.
Andrea Galvin responded that the surveys are completed by professionals with standards as
outlined by the Secretary of Interior. Architecture, history of architecture and historical
influences are considered by professionals with degrees in the field. The nature of a survey is
to use it as a tool when looking at a large number of properties to identify potential significant
properties. Further analysis may be needed for any specific house. In regard to the difference
between old and historically significant, four criteria in the Public Resources Code is
considered. Also, the Historic Resources Board requested review of properties that may be less
than 50 years old, but may have exceptional significance, i.e., architect designed, or a little
ahead of its time for the period as compared for other homes within the City.
Director Hess emphasized additional factors that were considered to make the property list,
such as events, persons or architectural significance.
Councilmember Peterson proposed that the list be voluntary to allow participation in the Mills
Act benefit, and stated he cannot support Item No. 10 as written.
Andrea explained it is within the purview of Council to change the qualifications of the list. It
could be changed to a "potentially eligible" list of historical properties with a process established
for those who choose to have their properties on an official register. She further explained the
CEQA process as a public disclosure process with multiple thresholds. The CEQA process
does not always require an EIR report, for instance. Very few California cities require the full
EIR reports or other additional expensive reports for single family residence permits.
Councilmember Peterson asked how a process can be developed for voluntary removal
of properties. Andrea stated that a process could be established to allow homeowners to opt in
or out and an addendum could be attached to the original list that shows who opted out which is
then the official landmark list.
Director Hess stated other incentives could be considered by Council under a separate
ordinance. Tonight's list is just raw data from a survey.
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April 6, 2015
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Mayor Hardy clarified that Item No. 10 is a survey only of properties designated as meeting
historic criteria.
Planner Ramos presented that a next step would be to develop a preservation ordinance to
identify the benefits (parking reduction, no permit fees, Mills Act, environmental review for
demolition of historic buildings, etc.) of having property voluntarily placed on the historic
list. The survey is a tool used to define which properties meet historic criteria.
Councilmember Delgleize asked if staff completed the survey to create a preservation
program. Planner Ramos discussed a policy developed in 1991 which is now very outdated as
many of the properties have been demolished or altered, and many of the buildings are not truly
historic, but may be visual landmarks. Councilmember Delgleize voiced concerns about
residents' reservations for a non -voluntary program especially with no clear benefits; however,
she does support a voluntary program.
Councilmember O'Connell questioned the cost of the survey. Staff responded that in the 6 or 7
years this has been in process, the cost is probably about $100,000. Councilmember O'Connell
stated homeowners need to be able to get on or off the list voluntarily and as Item No. 10 stands
now he cannot vote for it.
Mayor Hardy stated that Item No. 10 is just a list of historic resources that requires nothing.
This is why she submitted Item No. 13 to move to the next step. The discussion for allowing
homeowners to opt in or out belongs to Item No. 13. There are benefits to owning historical
property beyond just the Mills Act, such as variances. Item No. 10 is just a list of buildings the
experts say qualify as being historical.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis stated that he would like to see Item No. 10 changed to state that a
property is on the historic list because the owner chooses to participate and have access to the
benefits.
Councilmember Sullivan suggested that Item No. 10 be directed back to staff to contact
identified homeowners for their opinion as to whether or not they are on the historical list.
Councilmember Peterson called attention to Attachment 8, a possible process for modifying the
historical list.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis made a motion to direct staff to go back and contact identified
property owners to determine if they want to be on the list and then come back with a list of only
those who opt to be on it.
Councilmember Delgleize asked how this motion would affect Councilmember Item No. 13. The
response was it has nothing to do with Councilmember Item. No. 13.
Councilmember Delgleize and Mayor Hardy stated support for an informational meeting to
clarify options for property owners.
Councilmember Posey voiced concerns about Mayor Hardy's comments regarding community
versus property rights.
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April 6, 2015
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A motion was made by Katapodis, second Peterson to direct staff to contact owners of
properties identified as having historic significance to be given the option to be removed from
the list, and conduct a public informational meeting to clarify other options for property owners,
and then return to Council with this item as amended.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
11. Adopted Interim Ordinance No. 4052 Extending Massage Business Moratorium
(Requires 4/5 Vote to Adopt)
Mayor Hardy opened the public hearing.
With no one present to speak on the item, Mayor Hardy closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to adopt Ordinance No. 4052, "An Interim
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California, Extending the
Moratorium on New Massage Establishments."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
12. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4051 adopting revisions to Municipal Code
Chapter 10.42 entitled Permit Parking Districts
Transportation Manager Bob Stachelski provided a PowerPoint entitled Residential Permit
Parking Ordinance that included the following titled slides: Introduction, Issues, Required
Analysis and Findings, Establishing Parking District Boundaries, Evaluating Support,
Notification, and Recommended Action.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Peterson to repeal Chapter 10.42 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code entitled Residential Parking Permit; and, approve for introduction
Ordinance No. 4051, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Repealing Chapter 10.42
of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code and Adding a New Chapter 10.42 Relating to Permit
Parking Districts" replacing Chapter 10.42 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code regarding
Permit Parking Districts, as amended to revise Section 10.42.040 - Resident Requested
Permit Parking District, A. `:.. no less than either 40% 20% of the Residents or 25
Residents ..."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
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April 6, 2015
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COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
13. WITHDRAWN by Mayor Hardy - niireGt staff to prepaFe an ordi lane pA.a ttP�t1/Y
Item Withdrawn.
14. Submitted by Councilmember Sullivan - Direct staff to make arrangements to engrave
the name of A. A. Woodward, Huntington Beach resident killed in action in World War II,
on the City war memorial
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to direct staff to make arrangements for the
addition of A. A. Woodward's name to the Huntington Beach War Memorial. This action is to be
completed before Memorial Day.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Delgleize acknowledged the Huntington Beach Kiwanis and City's Community
Services Department for the outstanding Easter Hunt and Family Fun Day on April 4.
Councilmember Posey attended the March 20th press conference with Assemblyman Matthew
Harper re: AB190 - Plastic Bag Ban at the Huntington Beach Pier; invited to speak at the
Nelroos Persian New Year Festival at the city of Irvine; 9/11 Memorial Reception for Anjo,
Japan representatives; Orange County Business Council Workforce Housing Forum at Hoag
Hospital, Irvine; appointed and accepted as Co -Chair of the Jobs and Economic Development
Committee for the Association of California Cities, Orange County Chapter, to serve with Wendy
Bucknam, City Councilmember from Mission Viejo; and spoke at the Huntington Beach Police
Department "Every 15 Minutes" event at Marina High School.
Councilmember O'Connell attended the Downtown Annual Bid meeting; the 9/11 Memorial
Reception; the Orange County Business Council Workforce Housing Forum at Hoag Hospital,
Irvine; Easter Hunt and Family Fun Day, and the ACC-OC Infrastructure Tour of the Port of
Long Beach.
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis attended a Sister City Association informal dinner honoring 3 guests
from Anjo, Japan; the 9/11 Memorial Reception for Anjo, Japan guests; City of Stanton Mayor's
Prayer Breakfast at Knott's Berry Farm Hotel; neighborhood chili cook -off where both City of
Huntington Beach Police Department Chief and Fire Department personnel brought in a police
car and K-9 unit; Cherry Blossom Festival which appeared to be doubled in size this year; and
he encouraged participation in the "Every 15 Minutes" golf tournament on April 27.
Mayor Hardy reported attending the Annual Huntington Beachcruiser Meet on Main Street;
Cherry Blossom Festival provided by the Sister City Association; breakfast with Supervisor
Michelle Steel and other cities' mayors from the Second Supervisorial District; Huntington
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Beach Reads One Book, Author Visit ("Until Tuesday") and the free children's event - Author
Luis Carlos Montalvan read aloud "Tuesday Tucks Me In" at Huntington Beach Public Library;
"Every 15 Minutes" an outstanding program provided by the Huntington Beach Police
Department to all high schools; spoke at Huntington Beach Tomorrow's Annual Meeting at
Central Library; Annual Student Day of Dialogue taskforce; and the Kiwanis Easter Hunt.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 PM to the next regular meeting of the Huntington Beach
City Council/Public Financing Authority at 4:00 PM on April 20, 2015, Civic Center Chambers,
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648.
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City qYrk and ex-officio C14K of the City
Council of the City of Huntingtor-Beach
and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority
of the City of Huntington Beach, California
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