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City Council/Public Financing Authority Regular,
And Successor Agency Special Meeting
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, April 20, 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
CALLED TO ORDER - 4:03 PM
ROLL CALL
Present Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis,
Peterson
Absent None
Hardy, Sullivan (arrived at 4 04 PM), Delgleize, and
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda
packet
PowerPoint communication dated April 20, 2015, entitled Review of Options for the Reuse/
Redevelopment of Rodgers Senior Center Site
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute
Time Limit) - None
STUDY SESSION
1. Reviewed options for the reuse/redevelopment of Rodgers Seniors' Center site
Kellee Fritzal, Deputy Director of Business Development, provided a PowerPoint dated April 20,
2015 entitled Review of Options for the Reuse /Redevelopment of Rodgers Senior Center Site that
included the following titled slides History of Current Site, Current Status, Options for
Consideration, Option 1 - Lease or Repurpose Space, Option 2 - 2 Acre Parkland, Option 3 -
Develop the Site, Potential Parcel Map with Park, General Site Information, Surrounding Area,
Option 3 - Site Development Timetable, Cost / Revenue Estimates, Measure C Vote,
Recommendations for Land Sale Proceeds, and Questions
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Councilmember Peterson and City Manager Wilson discussed costs to redevelop the property
Councilmember Delgleize and Deputy Director Fritzal revisited the presentation slide that provided
recommendations for land sale proceeds
Councilmember Sullivan inquired, and staff confirmed that the amount of park space considered by
each alternative provides no less than what currently exists
Councilmember Posey and Community Services Director Laudenback discussed how the City's
park inventory standards currently meet or exceed what is required
Councilmember O'Connell and City Manager Wilson discussed property taxes in year one and
beyond
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis and City Manager Wilson discussed options for spending land sale
proceeds
Mayor Hardy discussed the value of open space, and asked Council to prioritize the list of Options
for Consideration provided by staff 1 Lease the space out to non-profit or repurpose
the existing space, 2 Create a Public Park/repurpose outreach facility as clubhouse/rental space,
and, 3 Develop the site (residential — would require Measure C Vote)
Mayor Hardy stated support for Option 2, and then 1, and was completely opposed to Option 3
Councilmember Peterson stated support for Options 1 or 2, but indicated if Option 3 were selected,
the City release an RFP so that the developer absorbs part of the financial burden
Councilmember Delgleize stated support for Option 3 with an RFP
Councilmember Sullivan stated support for Option 3, then 2 and 1
Councilmember Posey stated support for Option 3 with less intensity to allow for more open space
Councilmember O'Connell stated support for preserving open space, but concurred with releasing
an RFP for a Developer if Option 3 were considered
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis stated support for Option 3 with a mini park
Mayor Hardy inquired, and staff confirmed that parking will be addressed in the Environmental
Impact Report
City Manager Wilson reiterated Council's support for Option 3 with a larger park, and releasing an
RFP now to have a developer on board to help absorb costs
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - 4 20 PM
A motion was made by Posey, second Katapodis to recess to Closed Session The motion carried
by the following vote
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AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Hardy Announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956 8, the City Council shall
recess to Closed Session to give instructions concerning price and terms of payment to the City's
Negotiator, Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager, regarding negotiations for the purchase or
exchange of real property in the form of a temporary construction easement and permanent street
easement for the Atlanta Avenue Widening Project from Pacific Mobile Home Park at 80 Huntington
Street in Huntington Beach, APN 024-291-16 The property owner is 80 Huntington I, LLC and 80
Huntington II, LLC
Mayor Hardy Announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956 8, the City Council shall
recess to Closed Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson, City Manager,
concerning price and terms of payment for the purchase of real property located at 21500 Pacific
Coast Highway (APN 024-251-01) the "Hyatt Property" The negotiating parties are The real
property owner, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of City of Huntington
Beach and the current lessee/purchaser, PCH Beach Resorts, LLC
Mayor Hardy Announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956 8, the City Council shall
recess to Closed Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson, City Manager,
concerning price and terms of payment for the real property located at 21100 Pacific Coast
Highway (APN 024-251-01 and 02) the Hilton Property The negotiating parties are the property
owner, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of City of Huntington Beach
and the current lessee/purchaser, Mayer Financial LLP
Mayor Hardy Announced: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 6, the City Council shall
recess to Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiator Fred Wilson, City Manager
regarding the following MEA, MEO, MSMA, SCLEA, POA, FMA, PMA, and/or HBFA
CLOSED SESSION
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: City of
Huntington Beach v. Richmond, Huntington Beach Care Givers, Orange county Superior
Court Case No. 30-2014-00745511. The City alleges that Huntington Beach Care Givers, et al.,
is illegally conducting business as a Medical Marijuana Dispensary within the City.
3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to give instructions concerning price and terms of payment to the City's Negotiator,
Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager, regarding negotiations for the purchase or exchange of
real property in the form of a temporary construction easement and permanent street
easement for the Atlanta Avenue Widening Project from Pacific Mobile Home Park at 80
Huntington Street in Huntington Beach, APN 024-291-16. The property owner is 80
Huntington I, LLC and 80 Huntington II, LLC.
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4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4), the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding whether to initiate litigation to condemn a
temporary construction easement and permanent street easement for the Atlanta Avenue
Widening Project from Pacific Mobile Home Park located at 80 Huntington Street in
Huntington Beach, APN 024-291-16.
5. Pursuant to Government Code Section 64956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson, City Manager, concerning
price and terms of payment for the purchase of real property located at 21600 Pacific Coast
Highway (APN 024-261-01) the "Hyatt Property". The negotiating parties are: The real
property owner, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of City of
Huntington Beach and the current lessee/purchaser, PCH Beach Resorts, LLC.
6. Pursuant to Government Code Section 64956.8, the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson, City Manager, concerning
price and terms of payment for the real property located at 21100 Pacific Coast Highway
(APN 024-261-02 024-261-03) the Hilton Property. The negotiating parties are: the property
owner, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of City of Huntington
Beach and the current lessee/purchaser, Mayer Financial LLP.
7. Pursuant to Government Code Section 64957.6, the City Council recessed to Closed
Session to meet with its designated labor negotiator Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding
the following: MEA, MEO, MSMA, SCLEA, POA, FMA, PMA, and/or HBFA.
6:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING - 6 23 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 Peter
Absent None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Councilmember Delgleize
INVOCATION - Led by Rev Peggy Price, Seal Beach Center for Spiritual Living and member of the
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Hardy called on Wendy Daniel, Pat Bril and Gisela Campagne to present the
Adoptable Pet of the Month
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Gisela Campagne discussed a fundraising event known as Wags-N-Wine scheduled for June 14,
and deferred to Pat Bril and Wendy Daniel who highlighted Maverick, a 4-year old German
Shepherd mix Ms Bril described Maverick's habits, age, temperament and intelligence To find
out more about Maverick, visit the following website OCHumansociety com
Mayor Hardy called on Miss Huntington Beach Claire Epting to preside over the lottery
drawing for fireworks stands by selecting five qualified non-profit organizations from
applications submitted in each of the three categories: Youth Sports, Civic Organizations
and High Schools. (Total of 15 stands)
City Clerk Joan Flynn and Miss Huntington Beach read and displayed names of applicants who
were selected by category to be included in the lottery Random drawn selection was made by
group as follows
Civic Organizations
The Veterans of Foreign War Post 9557
Huntington Beach Lions Foundation
Knights of Columbus Council 6020
Huntington Beach Family YMCA
Kiwanis Foundation of Huntington Beach
Alternates 1 El Viento Foundation, 2 Resurrection Lutheran Church, and, 3 McKenna Claire
Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer Research
Youth Sports Organizations
Team 90 Inc, DBA California Rush Soccer
HB Oiler Youth Football and Cheer / HB Jr All American Football
NHB Futbol Club, Inc
South Huntington Beach Girls' Fast Pitch Softball
Huntington Beach Girls' Softball, Inc
Alternates 1 Seaview Little League, 2 AYSO Region 117, and 3 Cabers Baseball Club
High School Organizations
Ocean View Cheer Program
Ocean View Girls' Water Polo
Ocean View High School Girls' Basketball
Marina Boys' Basketball Boosters
Edison Cheer
Alternates 1 Ocean View High School Baseball Boosters, 2 Marina Girls' Outdoor Sports
Boosters (Girls' Field Hockey), and, 3 Ocean View High School Associated Student Body
Mayor Hardy called on Head Coach Jason Kakimoto and team members from HB United, an
Under 11 Boys' Extra soccer team representing AYSO Region 55, to receive a commendation
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for their recent Western States' Championship win.
Coach Kakimoto introduced fellow coaches Daman Heslip, Steve Mangold and Robert Fischer,
discussed the team's evolution, and recognized his players who personally introduced themselves
Ethan Heslip, Eita Iwak, David Djurasevic, Caden Dochnahl, Tyler Kakimoto, Kyle Zuanich, Bradley
Kirkman, Ethan Choi, Cade Hart, Tyler Mangold, Zak Vuncanon, Ali Abdel-Mooti, Grant James and
Reid Fisher
Mayor Hardy called on Tiffany Townson from MADD who recognized officers from the
Huntington Beach Police Department for their outstanding efforts in DUI enforcement. The
officers will be receiving the MADD "Deuce Award" which is awarded to officers who have
made 25 or more DUI arrests during 2014.
Ms Townson recognized Officers Adam Turner (25 arrests), Jeffrey Baker (30 arrests), John
Mauger (44 arrests), Brad Smith (44 arrests), Mary Jo Gamblin (90 arrests), and Doug Demetre
(100 arrests)
Mayor Hardy called on Environmental Board Chair Kimberly Nicholson and Sue Gordon from
Rainbow Environmental Services who recognized Bret Hardy, Assistant Principal
representing Mesa View Middle School; Student Council Advisor Katie Unland and unnamed
students representing Moffett Elementary School; and, Jeri Lee Woodford, her assistant
Brandy, and son Striker representing Village View Elementary School as winners of the
Sustainable Schools Award for their Sustainability programs.
Mayor Hardy presented a proclamation to the members of the Greater Huntington Beach
Interfaith Council who have organized numerous community service projects for Saturday,
April 25 as Huntington Beach Community Service Day.
Mayor Hardy called on Police Chief Robert Handy to present the Mayor's Award to
Huntington Beach Police Officer and School Resource Officer Vickie Shroyer.
Police Chief Handy described Officer Shroyer's 30 plus years in law enforcement (20 years devoted
to the City of Huntington Beach) He discussed her dedication on and off the clock, her assistance
to members of the community in need, and the respect she consistently shows to misguided youth
that makes a positive difference in their lives Mayor Hardy concurred, acknowledging Officer
Shroyer's service at Manna High School
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
Ordinances for Introduction Item No 11
Communication received from Kim Nicholson, Chairperson of the Huntington Beach Environmental
Board submitting a comment letter regarding the draft Addendum to the Final EIR
Communication received from Gino J Bruno, dated April 20, 2015, supporting the repeal of plastic
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carryout bags
Councilmember Item No 13
Communication received from Councilmember Erik Peterson, dated April 20, 2015, revising his item
to correct the date that Measure FF was passed by the voters of Huntington Beach
Communication received from Kim Carr, dated April 20, 2015 regarding the establishment of the
proposed Citizen's Infrastructure Advisory Board
Communication received from Gino J Bruno, dated April 20, 2015, supporting the establishment of
the proposed Citizen's Infrastructure Advisory Board
Councilmember Item No 14
Communication received from Gino J Bruno, dated April 20, 2015, supporting the reestablishment
of the Finance Commission
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit)
Stephanie Deagle, Relay for Life Huntington Beach, reminded the public that on Saturday, April 25
at Central Park West, the HB Relay for Life walking event will take place to raise funds for cancer
awareness, and the American Cancer Society (01 02 25)
Al Hendricker spoke in support of Agenda Item No 11 - Repeal of Municipal Code Section 5 95
Regulating the Use of Plastic Carryout Bags (01 04 25)
Peggy Price, Reverend, member of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council and Co -Chair
of the Compassionate Huntington Beach Project, announced "A Compassionate Day of Community
Service" event to be held on Saturday, April 25 (01 05 10)
Dan Page, Friends of the Children's Library, spoke of the upcoming event "Taste of Huntington
Beach," that will take place on Sunday, April 26 at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex from noon
to 4 00 PM, and gave thanks to members of the Council and City staff for supporting the event
(01 08 41)
Maureen voiced disappointment in the amount of time it took to conduct presentations, stating her
belief that the public should be allowed to speak first She also voiced concerns about comments
made by Planning Commissioner Mandic at a recent meeting, and her opinion that members of the
public interested in serving on the Planning Commission are not appointed unless they have a
personal relationship with members of the City Council (01 11 54)
Wendy Hawkins, representing the HB Marine Mammal Safety Team, described the team's actions
to raise funds and public awareness for injured or displaced sea lions She requested permission to
post public education announcements on the lifeguard stands, encouraged Public Safety personnel
to enforce laws that prevent harm of sea lions and other animals, and announced a kid -
friendly event on Sunday, May 3rd at Johnny's Saloon from 4 00 to 7 00 PM (01 13 52)
John Scandura, Public Works Commission, spoke regarding Agenda Item No 13 - Ordinance to
establish the Citizens Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB) He stated support for the Public Works
Commission to continue infrastructure duties specifically outlined for the CIAB (01 18 02)
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Gerald Chapman spoke in support of Agenda Item No 13 - Ordinance to establish the Citizens
Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB) (01 21 00)
Frank C Thompson, on behalf of the Surfrider Foundation, spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No
11 - Repeal of Municipal Code Section 5 95 Regulating the Use of Plastic Carryout Bags
(01 24 35)
Robert Johnson voiced concerns about the City's Affordable Housing Program (01 26 31)
Vern Nelson, No Styrofoam Challenge, recognized the efforts of Bondi Grill for using
environmentally friendly materials (01 29 42)
Rob Pool presented a copy of the City's Organizational Chart for the Adopted Budget of FY
2013/2014, and spoke in support of Agenda Item No 13 - Ordinance to establish the Citizens
Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB), and Agenda Item No 14 - Establish a Finance Commission
(01 32 50)
Kathryn Goddard, President, Friends of Shipley Nature Center, invited Council and the public to
attend an open house at the Center on May 2nd from 10 00 a m to 2 00 p m (01 34 46)
Barbara Junious, Director, Orange County Learning Black History Class, thanked Mayor Hardy for
participating in the Black History Month event in Anaheim on February 7, 2015 She stated that
classes are now held twice monthly at the Rogers Seniors' Center, and announced a fundraiser and
family event referred to as "Juneteenth" on June 27th at Huntington Beach Central Park (01 36 55)
Mark Sheldon spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No 11 - Repeal of Municipal Code Section 5 95
Regulating the Use of Plastic Carryout Bags He described his participation with the Environmental
Board relating to matter, and provided a slide presentation entitled Review of the Repeal of the
Single -Use Carryout Bag Ordinance - Administrative Draft Addendum to the Final EIR, that included
slides titled "Draft Addendum" to Final EIR (Repeal of the Bag Ordinance), Scope of Bag Ordinance
/ Repeal, and Environmental Impact Analysis (01 41 45)
Jeff Coffman spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No 11 - Repeal of Municipal Code Section 5 95
Regulating the Use of Plastic Carryout Bags He continued Speaker Sheldon's slide presentation to
discuss Environmental Mitigation and Recommendations (01 44 56)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234
DISCLOSURE REPORTING
The following appointments to the Homeless Task Force were made Ron Kupferstein (O'Connell),
Bill Blair (Katapodis), Joe Sullivan (Sullivan), Ralph Bauer (Delgleize), Dave Moses (Hardy)
Councilmembers Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan and Delgleize reported attending the
28th Annual Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Economic Conference on Wednesday, April
15 Councilmember Posey added attending the AM Connect portion featuring Councilmember
Delgeize
Councilmembers O'Connell and Sullivan reported attending the HB Library Volunteer Appreciation
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Event and Senior Services Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, April 17
Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis reported attending the Project Self Sufficiency Foundation 5th Annual
"Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Please" Event on Sunday, April 19
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Wilson presented a slide that provided information on the Governor's Executive Order
related to Water Restrictions
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to review and approve the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated April 6, 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 Peter
NOES None
2. Received and Filed City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Update
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to receive and file the Six -Month Strategic
Objectives The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
3. Approved 2013-14 annual compliance reports for Public Library, Parkland Acquisition
and Park, Law Enforcement, and Fire Suppression Facilities Development Impact Fees
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to approve the Annual Compliance Report,
"Public Library Facilities Development Impact Fees Annual Report Fiscal Year 2013-14",
and approve the Annual Compliance Report, "Parkland Acquisition and Park Facilities Development
Impact Fees Annual Report Fiscal Year 2013-14", and approve the Annual Compliance Report,
"Law Enforcement Facilities Development Impact Fees Annual Report Fiscal Year 2013-14",
and approve the Annual Compliance Report, Fire Suppression Facilities Development Impact Fees
Annual Report Fiscal Year 2013-14 The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
4. Authorized appropriation of funds and awarded and authorized execution of a
construction contract in the amount of $1,978,335 to RJ Noble Company for the Residential
Overlay of Maintenance Zone 8, CC-1503
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to authorize the appropriation of $638,000 from
the Gas Tax fund balance to account 20785417 82300, and authorize the appropriation of $140,000
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from the Water fund balance to account 50685201 82100, and, authorize the appropriation of
$83,000 from the Sewer Service fund balance to account 51185101 82600, and accept lowest
responsive and responsible bid submitted by RJ Noble Company in the amount of $1,978,335,
and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by
the City Attorney The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapod►s, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgle►ze, and Peter
NOES None
5. Approved Cal OES Violence Against Women Act Grant (LE14076860) for the 2015
calendar year.
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapod►s to accept the grant between the State of
California, Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the City of Huntington Beach,
and, approve the appropriation and expenditure of $251,967 of which $188,975 is to be fully
reimbursed by the grant from Cal OES The remaining $62,992 will be funded from appropriations
in the Police Department's personnel budget, and, amend the Professional Services Listing to
provided domestic violence services The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgle►ze, and Peter
NOES None
6. Approved an Amendment to the Waste Disposal Agreement with County of Orange
Extending the Agreement through June 30, 2025
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapod►s to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the amendment to the 2009 Waste Disposal Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and the County of Orange to allow for continued importation of waste, to provide
revenue sharing of net importation revenue, and to extend the term of the agreement through June
30, 2025 The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapod►s, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgle►ze, and Peter
NOES None
7. Approved and authorized execution of Cooperative Agreement No. C4-2017 between
Orange County Transportation Authority and the City for the Bicycle Corridor Improvement
Program Project Utica Avenue Bike Boulevard (CC-1499)
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapod►s to approve "Cooperative Agreement No C-4-
2017 between Orange County Transportation Authority and City of Huntington Beach for the Bicycle
Corridor Improvement Program Project Utica Avenue Bike Boulevard," and, authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute two (2) original agreements in blue ink The motion carried by the
following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapod►s, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgle►ze, and Peter
NOES None
8. Approved and Authorized execution of Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services
contract with Kane Ballmer & Berkman for Legal Services.
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A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to approve and authorize the Executive Director
to execute "Amendment No 2 to Professional Services Contract between the Successor Agency to
the Redevelopment Agency and Kane Ballmer & Berkman for Legal Services" The motion carried
by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
9 Adopted Ordinance No. 4051 adopting revisions to Municipal Code Chapter 10.42 entitled
Permit Parking Districts - Approved for introduction April 6, 2015 (Vote 7-0)
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to adopt 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 The motion carried by the
following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
ADMINISTRATIVE PUBLIC HEARING
10. Failed to adopt Resolution of Necessity for Condemnation of 80 Huntington Street, APN
024-291-16, For Atlanta Avenue Widening Project
Tom Herbel, City Engineer, provided a PowerPoint presentation dated April 20, 2015 entitled
Atlanta Avenue Widening Resolution of Necessity for Acquisition of Private Property for Permanent
Street Easement and for Temporary Construction Easement, that included the following titled
slides History, Existing Conditions, Final Configuration, Need and Purpose, Public Interest and
Necessity, Future Actions and Recommended Action
Mayor Hardy opened the Administrative Hearing
City Clerk Joan Flynn announced supplemental communications that were received by her office
following distribution of the Council agenda packet
Communication submitted by Michael Gates, City Attorney, and Travis Hopkins, Director of Public
Works re Revised Resolution 2015-18 for the City Council April 20, 2015 Agenda Packet Item No
10 (2)
Rob Jason, 7956 Waterfall, spoke in support of the item, and asked Council to consider the steep
incline of the street in that area being hazardous
With no one else present to speak, Mayor Hardy closed the Administrative Public Hearing
Councilmember O'Connell and Assistant City Manager Ken Domer discussed current negotiations
with the property owner, and Councilmember O'Connell stated his opposition to the taking of
property
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Councilmember Peterson stated his opposition to the taking of property
Councilmember Delgleize and Manager Domer discussed the eminent domain process, current
negotiations with the property owner, use of grant funds, and future legal actions
Councilmember Delgleize voiced concerns about the poor, hazardous conditions of Atlanta Avenue,
and questioned what could be done should the Council fail to support the Resolution of Necessity
for Condemnation on the property in question Councilmember Delgleize stated she would support
Resolution No 2015-18
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis stated he is not a fan of eminent domain, and the plan is not to take the
property without compensation -- this is a needed project and delay will just add to the taxpayers'
costs
Councilmember Sullivan stated his agreement with Councilmember Delgleize and will be voting in
favor of this Resolution
Councilmember Peterson and Assistant City Manager Ken Domer discussed the issue of the
current landowner's mobile coaches encroaching upon City land by about one foot Issues like this
will be addressed in the current process and when completed the area will be improved
Mayor Hardy expressed that her opinion is in line with what Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis shared, i e ,
this land is not being taken without compensation, and she will support this Resolution
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Katapodis to adopt Resolution No 2015-18, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Huntington Beach Finding and Determining that the
Public Interest and Necessity Require Condemnation of a Permanent Street Easement and a
Temporary Construction Easement in Certain Real Property Located at 80 Huntington Street, City
of Huntington Beach, Orange County Assessor's Parcel No 024-291-16, for the Atlanta Avenue
Widening Project," as amended by supplemental communication identifying two (2)
corrections to Resolution No. 2015-18.
The motion requiring a two-thirds vote of all members of the City Council (at least 5) failed by the
following vote
AYES Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, and Delgl(
NOES Posey, O'Connell, and Peterson
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
11. Approved the repeal of Municipal Code Section 5.95 regulating the use of plastic carryout
bags and recyclable paper carryout bags, and certified an Addendum to Final Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) No. 2011-002 analyzing the action to repeal the Municipal Code section
5.95
Assistant Planner Hayden Beckman provided a PowerPoint entitled Repeal of Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 5 95 (Reusable Bag Ordinance), that included the following titled slides
History, EIR No 2011-002, Addendum to EIR No 2011-002, and Recommendation (Based upon
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City Council Direction)
Councilmember Posey explained why he brought the request forward, back in January, because
the EIR states that greenhouse gases increase by the use of only paper bags This is an
issue about freedom of choice, not having the government ban a legal product, nor having the
government impose a price on a legal product
Mayor Hardy stated she would not be supporting this Ordinance She further stated that there was
little time for public comments on the EIR and she believes that the City Council did not have
enough time to fully evaluate and comprehend the Report
A motion was made by Posey, second O'Connell to certify the draft Addendum to Final
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No 2011-002 by adopting Resolution No 2015-17, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach approving an addendum to the final
Environmental Impact Report (SCH#2011111053 (for the Reusable Bag Ordinance) (Single -Use
Carryout Bag Ordinance) and determining that said addendum, together with other previously
approved environmental documentation, serves as the appropriate environmental documentation
for the proposed repeal of the Reusable Bag Ordinance," for the repeal of Municipal Code Section
5 95 Use of Plastic Carryout Bags and Recyclable Paper, and, after the City Clerk reads by title,
approve for introduction Ordinance No 4053, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach
repealing Chapter 5 95 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code relating to reusable bags " The
motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES Hardy
12. Approved for Introduction Ordinance No. 4054 Repealing Chapter 9.54 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code Relating to Sleeping in Vehicles
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Delgleize to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve
for introduction Ordinance No 4054, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Repealing
Chapter 9 54 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Sleeping in Vehicles " The
motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
13. Approved Item Submitted by Councilmember Peterson - Ordinance to establish the
Citizens Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB)
Councilmember Peterson brought the item forward to review the existing process and honor the
original intent of Measure FF He discussed how the Charter specifically directs that the City
Council establish a Citizens Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB) for the oversight of infrastructure,
and encouraged Council to honor the Charter and establish the board He recognized the Public
Work's Commission's dedicated service, but expressed concerns about use of infrastructure funds
for software, irrigation, debt service, etc
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Councilmember Delgleize discussed the history of Measure FF's passing in March 2002, and
shortly thereafter City Council instructed Public Works to become the auditing body Further
discussion by City Attorney Gates concluded that the City Charter does support Mr
Peterson's proposal Director of Public Works Hopkins read Municipal Code Section 2 11 030,
Duties, Section I, to show the required audit can be provided either by Public Works or through
CIAB
Councilmember Sullivan stated that in his three terms on the City Council he doesn't recall receiving
an Annual Report on the Infrastructure Fund from the Public Works Commission Director Hopkins
stated that this report goes to the Commission every July and is then presented to City Council
showing which projects were approved, how much was spent out of that fund and the balance as an
independent consent item
Councilmember O'Connell asked Director Hopkins whether over the past five years 15 percent
(15%) of the General Fund Budget has been spent on Public Works and Infrastructure Director
Hopkins replied that annually the Finance Department provides the calculation (a five-year rolling
average) for spending 15 percent of the General Fund Budget for Infrastructure and infrastructure
related programs This is provided to the Public Works Commission in July as well The City
Charter requires the five-year rolling average to be at least 15 percent and provides the generally
included categories that are defined as infrastructure
Councilmember Peterson stated he included the preparation of a legal opinion to verify that the
programs being funded do in fact qualify as infrastructure Councilmember Peterson further stated
that the Public Works reports appear to be a good overview without a lot of detail, and the reports
from Finance show a bit more detail These reports are good, but a legal opinion would clarify if the
reports could be improved with more detail for transparency's sake
Councilmember Delgleize asked if the Public Works Commission provided a Council Study Session
once a year to go over the details of the annual report, would that suffice for audit purposes and not
require a CIAB? Councilmember Peterson responded that approach might work, but it does not
address the issue of the Charter stating City Council "shall" establish the CIAB
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis stated that possibly a sub -committee of the Public Works Commission
could legally meet the Charter requirements Councilmember Peterson stated that a legal opinion
should clarify if that possibility would qualify or not Mayor Hardy stated that Measure O failed in
2010 which would have discontinued the practice of including debt service within the 15 percent to
clarify that in her opinion this was a measure to add clarification to the Charter
Finance Director Lori Ann Farrell clarified that for smaller capital projects, the debt service issue
does not apply, but that debt service for a large capital project in the $10-$15 million range for
example, would create budgetary issues from year to year Using debt service assists in smoothing
out from one year to the next the extraordinary expenses for the very large and very critical
infrastructure projects
A motion was made by Peterson, second Sullivan to direct the City Attorney to (1) draft an
ordinance for City Council review that would establish the CIAB as required by Charter section 617
seven (7) members to be directly appointed by members of the City Council, and (2) prepare a legal
opinion regarding the legally allowable uses of the money in the Infrastructure Fund
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The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
14. Approved item submitted by Councilmember Peterson and Mayor Pro Tem Katapodis -
Establish a Finance Commission
Mayor Hardy questioned the difference between calling a group a board or commission City
Attorney Gates explained that City ordinances and the City Charter treat the terms as
interchangeable However, he did indicate the same would not apply to a group labeled a
committee
Councilmember Peterson explained why the item was brought forward, discussing public
transparency and how recommendations made by the Finance Commission will serve as a useful
tool when the Council is taxed with making decisions on complex financial matters
He complimented the Finance Director, described his prior involvement on the Finance Board, and
discussed how Commission meetings and findings distributed information to the public and help the
City Council make informed decisions
A motion was made by Peterson, second Katapodis to direct the City Attorney to draft an ordinance
that would establish a Finance Commission to advise the City Council regarding the funding of
activities and programs, review actual vs planned revenue and expenditure levels, and help ensure
efficiency The duties of the Commission shall be 1 To Advise in Financial Planning and Funding
2 Review City's Financial Documents 3 Review Proposals 4 Advise Council on Fiscal Impacts of
Major Contracts 5 Review legislation that may have an impact on the City's finances 6 Review
Service Delivery and make suggestions This Commission should be composed of (7) members,
each appointed by a Council Member Individuals serving on this board should have the appropriate
skills in accounting, forensic accounting, or similar experience Meetings of this commission should
be twice a month The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Sullivan, Delgleize, and Peter
NOES None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Peterson reported speaking at a meeting of the Sts Simon and Jude Men's Club,
and announced that the Huntington Beach Historical Society will be having an art exhibition on
Friday, April 24 from 6-9 00 pm at the Newland House
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the Project Self Sufficiency event at Newland Barn on
Sunday, April 19, and an event celebrating Special Olympics in Orange County
Councilmember Sullivan reported attending a meeting of the West Orange County Water Board, the
HB Community Forum's 1-year anniversary celebration, and a meeting of the Senior Citizens'
Advisory Council Health and Nutrition Committee
Councilmember Posey encouraged all to attend the Taste of Huntington Beach at the Central Park
Sports Complex on Sunday, April 26
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Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the Bless the Sacrament fundraiser in Westminster,
the Project Self Sufficiency event on April 19, the Special Olympics event in Anaheim, and the
Senior Services Volunteer lunch on April 17
Mayor Pro Tern Katapodis reported attending the OCTA Board of Directors meeting and the
Huntington Beach Police Department Employee Awards Ceremony on April 14
Mayor Hardy reported attending the Central Library 40th Anniversary event on April 7, the Visit
Huntington Beach Open House on April 8, the Ragnar Relay on April 10, the Huntington Beach
Police Department Employee Awards on April 14, the Chamber of Commerce Economic
Conference on April 15, and the Project Self Sufficiency event on April 19 She also announced the
Taste of Huntington Beach on April 26, the Police Department National Crime Victims Vigil at the
Pier on April 23, Day of Volunteering on April 25, as well as the Huntington Beach Relay for Life,
and, the OCTA Bike Fair on April 26, and three events on May 2 including the Assistance League
Fundraiser, Friends of Shipley Nature Center Spring Open House, and the Therapeutic Riding
Center's Derby Day She concluded her comments by wishing Councilmember Sullivan a happy
birthday
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9 42 PM to the next regular meeting of the Huntington Beach
City Council/Public Financing Authority at 4 00 PM on May 4, 2015, Civic Center Chambers,
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
City blerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach
and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority
and Successor Agency of the City of Huntington
Beach, California