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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, April 18, 2016
4 00 PM - Council Chambers
6 00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM portion of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:30 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER — 4:30 PM
ROLL CALL
Present Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, 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
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet
PowerPoint Presentation from Planning Manager Jane James and Steven O'Kane, Director of
Sustainability and Compliance, AES Huntington Beach, entitled Huntington Beach Energy Project, for
Study Session #1
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute
Time Limit) — None
STUDY SESSION
1. Staff reviewed and provided feedback to California Energy Commission regarding
revised visual and architectural screening plans for Amended Huntington Beach Energy
Project.
Planning Manager Jane James and Steven O'Kane, Director of Sustainability and Compliance, AES
Huntington Beach, provided a PowerPoint entitled Huntington Beach Energy Project that included the
following titled slides Huntington Beach Energy Project (AES), Background, Approved Project Status,
Existing Beach View, Existing & New - Scale Comparison, Approved Visual Screen, Existing View from
Magnolia, New Plant with Landscape Enhancement, Approved Visual Screen, Existing KOP-5,
Landscape Enhancement KOP-5, Approved Visual Screen, Revised Project Status, Requires
Amendment to CEC License, Site Plan with Screening - Phase 1, Phase Il, Screen Wall, San Jose
Airport Parking Structure, Proposed Architectural Screen, Proposed Architectural Screen, Proposed
Magnolia Screen, Project Attributes, and Council Resolution,
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Councilmember Posey and Manager James discussed the differences between 80-foot and 120-foot
stack gas turbines which operate exactly the same but are different dimensions and the larger turbines
require a larger stack
Councilmember Delgleize and O'Kane discussed Phase I and II -Site Plan with Screening Phase II
may not be built if there is no buyer, i e , need for the additional power it would generate, and the site
would be cleaned up and the boiler stacks would be removed to ensure the visual is appropriate
Mayor Katapodis Announced Pursuant to Government Code § 54957 6, the City Council takes this
opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson,
who will be participating in today's Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with
Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Management Employees' Organization (MEO),
Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), Marine Safety Management Association (MSMA),
and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA)
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:50 PM
A motion was made by Posey, second O'Connell to recess to Closed Session
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
CLOSED SESSION
2. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Sunny Kang v.
City of Huntington Beach/William Brownlee, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2013-00626834. Automobile accident involving City police officer William Brownlee and
Plaintiff Sunny Kang at the intersection of Newland Street and Atlanta Avenue.
3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: The Kennedy
Commission, et al. v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No.
30-2015-00801675, which concerns a challenge to the City Council action amending the
Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan.
4. Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation. Number of cases,
two (2).
5. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed Session
to meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding
the following: Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Management
Employees' Organization (MEO), Marine Safety Management Association, (MSMA),
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Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard
Employees' Association (SCLEA).
6.00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:09 PM
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
ROLL CALL
Present Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
Absent None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember Peterson
INVOCATION - Led by Charles "Bud" Lung of the First Church Christ Scientist and member of the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or
belief Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of
invocation
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Katapodis called on Victoria Alberty and Gisela Campagne who presented Olivia, a four-year old
Chihuahua/Dachshund mix who is very sociable, as the Adoptable Pet of the Month Check out
www waggintrails org for more information about adoptable pets as well as the upcoming Wags-N-Wine
fundraiser on June 26, 2016
Mayor Katapodis presented a proclamation to the members of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith
Council who have organized numerous community service projects for Saturday, April 23, as
Huntington Beach Community Service Day Charles Niederman, Council President, thanked the City
Council for recognizing their Community Service Days scheduled this year for April 23 and 24, 2016, in
Huntington Beach and surrounding cities Janine Johnson explained how to sign-up to volunteer online
at www justserve org
Mayor Katapodis called on representatives from The Climate Registry and Southern California Edison
and the Cool Planet Energy Efficiency program who recognized the City's achievements in energy and
carbon reductions with a "ClimatEEfficient" certificate
Mayor Katapodis called on Finance Director Lori Ann Farrell who presented the Mayor's Award to
Senior Accounting Technician, Carolyn Kowalewski Director Farrell described Carolyn's employment
with the City, how she started as a Customer Service Rep in the Treasury Department when everything
was done manually, become responsible for vault operations, and then moved to the Finance
Department as a Senior Accounting Tech Carolyn currently has a staff of two plus a temp for
overseeing the Utility Billing Division Director Farrell recognized efforts to respond to nearly 2,000 calls
per month, and customers at the counter
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April 18, 2016
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Per Resolution 2016-01 Section C, Mayor Katapodis called on City Clerk Joan Flynn and
Huntington Beach Princess Lauren Limbach who presided over the lottery drawing for fireworks
stands by selecting five qualified non-profit organizations from applications submitted in each
of the following categories: Youth Sports and Civic Organizations. The winners of the five high
school booths were also announced
City Clerk Flynn shared a PowerPoint entitled 2016 Non -Profit Firework Stand Lottery
Private High School Lottery Winner Brethren Christian High School
High School Winners (1 school/2 groups per stand)
1 Edison High School Boys' Cross Country Booster Club
2 Edison High School Men's Basketball Booster Club
3 Marina High School Girls' Soccer Booster Club
4 Marina High School Cheer
5 Huntington Beach High School Lacrosse Boosters
6 Huntington Beach High School Girls' Basketball Boosters
7 Ocean View High School Boys' Basketball
8 Ocean View High School Girls' Water Polo
9 Brethren Christian High School Band
10 Brethren Christian Basketball
Youth Sports Lottery Winners
1 HB Pop Warner
2 Team 90, Inc, dba California Rush
3 South HB Girls' Fastpitch Softball
4 Huntington Valley Little League
5 HB Water Polo Club
Youth Sports Lottery Alternates
1 Ocean View Little League
2 Vanguard Aquatics
3 Seaview Little League
Civic Organizations Lottery Winners
1 Cross Point Church
2 Shorelife Church
3 Elks Lodge, No 1959
4 HB Reads One Book
5 Grace Lutheran Church
Civic Organizations Lottery Alternates
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April 18, 2016
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1 Resurrection Lutheran Church
2 McKenna Claire Foundation
3 American Legion Post 133
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet
Awards and Presentations — PowerPoint communication entitled 2016 Non -Profit Firework Stand
Lottery
Consent Calendar, Item #11, acknowledgement of error in agenda title — vote count for Ordinance No
4086 to read "Approved for introduction April 4, 2016 Vote 6 - 1 (Peterson - No)"
Administrative, Item #14, revised PowerPoint received from Community Services Director Janeen
Laudenback dated April 18, 2016, entitled Huntington Beach Airshow
Council Member, Items #16 and #17, six electronically submitted communications received from
Gloria Alvarez, Kim Kramer, Kirk and Mary Nason, Richardson Gray, Amory Hanson, and Barbara
Robinson
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 24 Speakers
The number [hh mm ss] following the speakers' comments Indicates their approximate starting time In
the archived video located at http lAvww surfcity-hb org/governmentlagendas
Stephanie Deagle, American Cancer Society representing HB Relay for Life, spoke regarding the
upcoming fundraiser to be held on Saturday, April 30th at Huntington Central Park (00 54 56)
Brigette Beisner, Project Self -Sufficiency (PSS), spoke regarding a wine and cheese fundraiser at
Seacliff Country Club on Saturday, May 7th Further details can be found at
www winecheeseandchocolateplease com (00 58 15)
Barbara Robinson spoke in support of Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to
Councilmember Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 00 00)
Tim Geddes spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item Nos 16 and 17 (Disposition of Rodgers
Seniors' Center) (01 03 25)
Amory Hanson, candidate for City Council in 2016 and downtown resident, spoke in support of
Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to Councilmember Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers
Seniors' Center) (01 06 18)
Bridget Kaub spoke neutrally about Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to Councilmember
Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 09 10)
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David Twiss spoke in opposition to the planned OC Vector Control aerial spraying of mosquitoes
(01 12 29)
Michelle M Marciniec spoke in support of Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to
Councilmember Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 15 39)
Bernie Fish spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item Nos 16 and 17 (Disposition of Rodgers
Seniors' Center) (01 17 53)
Nathalie Wong spoke neutrally about Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to Councilmember
Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 18 38)
Andi Kowal spoke in opposition to the planned OC Vector Control aerial spraying of mosquitoes
(01 20 52)
Kelly Miller, President/CEO Visit Huntington Beach, spoke in support of Administrative Item No 14
(Surf City USA Air Show) (01 24 09)
Brett Barnes, Duke's Restaurant, spoke in support of Administrative Item No 14 (Surf City USA Air
Show) (01 2718)
Curt Castagna spoke in support of Administrative Item No 14 (Surf City USA Air Show), and also in
support of Councilmember Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 28 27)
Scott O'Hanlon, Waterfront Beach Resort at Hilton Hotel, spoke in support of Administrative Item No
14 (Surf City USA Air Show) (01 30 12)
Jeff Snow, Rotary Club of Huntington Beach, spoke in support of Administrative Item No 14 (Surf City
USA Air Show) (01 31 58)
Catherine Johnson spoke in support of Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to
Councilmember Item No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 34 28)
Rick Walker spoke in support of Councilmember Item No 16, and in opposition to Councilmember Item
No 17 (Disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center) (01 36 01)
Caryl Strong spoke in opposition to the planned OC Vector Control aerial spraying of mosquitoes
(01 37 09)
Jonathan Finemel spoke in opposition to the planned OC Vector Control aerial spraying of mosquitoes
(01 40 46)
Matthew Finemel spoke in opposition to the planned OC Vector Control aerial spraying of mosquitoes
(01 41 26)
Maureen discussed meeting space options for the Rodgers Seniors' Center (01 42 20)
Robert Johnson voiced concerns about the City's affordable housing program (01 43 45)
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John Briscoe spoke in support of Rodgers Seniors' Center as a park, made a California Public Records
Act (CPRA) request for inspections for dust, odor, noise, parking space, water runoff and storage, and
a CPRA regarding inspections of the compressed natural gas (CNG) refilling facility 300 feet away from
the pre-school on Nichols at the Oak View site (01 47 12)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE
REPORTING
Councilmember Peterson reported attending a Southern California Association of Government (SCAG)
meeting for the final vote on the Regional Transportation Plan - Sustainable Communities Strategy
Councilmember Peterson, Mayor Munzing from Aliso Viejo, and our own Mayor Katapodis were the
only ones to vote "No" Councilmember Peterson voted against the Plan primarily because of the
vehicle per mile tax proposed to fix a one -and -a half trillion shortfall
Mayor Katapodis reported attending meetings of the League of California Cities Policy Committee on
Public Safety in San Diego, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), and SCAG
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Presentation made by Lily Guerrero, Office of Human Resources, entitled Navigating
NEOGOV — How to apply for employment with the City of Huntington Beach.
Ms Guerrero proceeded to give a live demonstration which started on the City's website and linked to
NEOGOV for the final steps of the process It was reported that the on-line process has been used
since 2008 and has made a huge impact on the number of applications received for each position Prior
to the on-line process Human Resources would receive from 50 to 100 applications, but now they
regularly receive 300 to 500 applications per entry-level classification Last year they received about
15,000 applications for available positions
CITY CLERK'S REPORT
2. Appointed Assistant City Clerk, Robin Estanislau, to the position of City Clerk to fill the
vacancy which will be created when the current City Clerk retires, effective at the City
Council Meeting of June 6, 2016, and set the starting salary for the new appointed City
Clerk
City Clerk Joan Flynn announced her retirement and as requested provided a PowerPoint entitled
Introduction to the Responsibilities of the City Clerk with the following pages Charter Section 310
Qualifications, Charter Section 310 Duties, Representation of Municipal Legislative Action, Statutory
Duties, Records, Passports, Notary, Oaths and Attestations, Huntington Beach City Clerk Legislative
and Administrative Support, Elections, Records Management, Outreach and Training, and Other Non -
Statutory Duties
Councilmember O'Connell thanked Clerk Flynn for all of her years of service and expressed what a
pleasure it has been for him to work with her and that her service has been a real asset to the City
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Councilmember Peterson thanked Clerk Flynn for her compassion and support, especially for the 4th of
July lottery procedure
Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan expressed his appreciation for the integrity and responsiveness exhibited by
City Clerk Flynn, and she can retire knowing that her job was more than well done He also expressed
his confidence in the abilities of Ms Estanislau to step into the position
Councilmember Posey thanked City Clerk Flynn for her patience especially as he stumbled through
some processes as a new candidate, and ensuring that Council members and staff follow procedures
He also thanked Ms Estanislau for her reminders about paperwork deadlines and believes that the
Office of City Clerk is being left in very capable hands
Councilmember Hardy shared her appreciation for City Clerk Flynn both professionally and personally
She also expressed that having worked with Ms Estanislau since Planning Commission days, she
knows her great capabilities and is expecting a smooth transition
Councilmember Delgleize shared that with her service through the years on various commissions and
committees, opportunities to interact with City Clerk Flynn have been the highlights, and she proved to
always be a trusted source The City will be better because of the commitment she made She also
thanked Ms Estanislau for her dedication and preparation to step into this very busy position
Mayor Katapodis shared his amazement at how much responsibility the City Clerk has as was evident
during the PowerPoint presentation He knows City Clerk Flynn deserves her retirement after a feat of
surviving 24 Council members and 12 Mayors He also stated his appreciation to City Clerk Flynn and
Ms Estanislau for their guidance in following proper procedures
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Posey to accept City Clerk Flynn's letter of resignation
effective on the evening of June 6, 2016, direct the City Attorney to draft a resolution codifying the
salary and benefits for the new City Clerk to be returned for adoption at the June 6th City Council
meeting, and, appoint Assistant City Clerk Robin Estanislau to the position as of the June 6, 2016, City
Council meeting The term of the appointment is until the November 8, 2016 election results are
certified in December 2016
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
Councilmembers, Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan, Human Resources Director Michele Warren and Mayor
Katapodis discussed the fact that regardless of which salary level Ms Estanislau is started at in June,
the salary issue could be revisited and adjusted for the individual elected in November
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Sullivan to set the starting salary at the control point for the
new City Clerk who will assume office on June 6tn
The motion failed by the following vote
AYES Posey, Sullivan, and Delgleize
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NOES O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, and Peterson
A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to set the starting salary from the previously
adopted range for the new City Clerk who will assume office on June 6th, as amended to revisit at the
time the November 8, 2016, election results are certified by the Registrar of Voters
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES O'Connell, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES Posey, and Sullivan
City Clerk Flynn broke protocol and provided some facts about her salary history and benefits as a
Department Head to document how important it will be to ensure this topic is revisited for this position
after the November 8, 2016, election results are certified in December 2016, and a process needs to be
put in place for merit increases
Ms Estanislau thanked Council members for their support and appreciative comments, and shared that
she is excited to move into the position of City Clerk
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Delgleize pulled Item #6 Parks and Recreation Master Plan for further discussion, and
Councilmember Peterson pulled Item #10 Professional Services Contracts for Fire Prevention
Inspection and Plan Review Services, and Item #11 Department Name and Title Changes of
Department Head Positions for further discussion
3. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to review and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular minutes dated April 4, 2016, as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
4. Received and filed City of Huntington Beach Six -Month Strategic Plan Updates
A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to receive and file the Six -Month Strategic Objectives
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
5. Approved appointment to the Human Relations Task Force (HRTF) as recommended by
City Council liaisons Mayor Katapodis and Councilmember Hardy
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A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to approve the appointment of Michelle Gale -Nelson
for a term to expire December 31, 2019, as recommended by City Council liaisons Mayor Katapodis
and Councilmember Hardy
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
6. Approved the City of Huntington Beach Parks and Recreation Master Plan and directed
the Community Services Commission to review every five years
Councilmember Delgeize and Director Laudenback discussed that the Community Services
Commission has reviewed and approved this Master Plan, and if adopted they will review again in
another five years The Master Plan lists amenities based on community -gathered information, and
community members should look at the Community Services Commission agendas in order to become
aware of priorities The Master Plan is available on-line and at the end is a summary of all the park
needs
Councilmember Posey and Director Laudenback discussed funding sources for park needs, as well as
where the City could put an Olympic -size pool if it were approved Director Laudenback stated that this
Master Plan encourages the development of partnerships, and a relationship with the High School
District could allow for a sharing agreement of their aquatic amenities
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Hardy to approve the "Parks and Recreation Master Plan" as
presented with direction to have the Plan reviewed by the Community Services Commission every five
years
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
7. Adopted Resolution No. 2016-22 amending the City's Classification Plan by adding the
classification of Police Administrative Division Services Manager
A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to adopt Resolution No 2016-22, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the City's Classification Plan by Adding the
Classification of Police Administrative Division Services Manager "
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
8. Approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the Huntington
Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) to enhance the dignity and quality of life for the City's
senior citizens
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A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an updated "Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Huntington Beach and the
Huntington Beach Council on Aging "
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
9. Approved and authorized execution of a License Agreement with Signal Landmark to
provide Landscaping and Other Improvements in the Public Right -of -Way at the
Brightwater Project
A motion was made by Hardy, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute and record the "License Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Signal
Landmark to provide Landscaping and Other Improvements in the Public Right -of -Way" at the
Brightwater Project
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
10. Requested continuance to May 2, 2016 - Approve and authorize execution of Professional
Services Contracts for Fire Prevention Inspection and Plan Review Services with Bureau
Veritas North America, Inc. in the amount of $720,000 and with Jensen Hughes, Inc. in the
amount of $180,000; and, approve additional appropriation in the amount of $325,000 for
As -Needed General Environmental Engineering and Plan Check /Fire Inspection Services
(Continued from March 21, April 4, and April 18, 2016)
Councilmember Peterson pulled this item to provide an update that he and Mayor Katapodis met with
Fire Department staff, and they are still working on the final report which requires that the item be
continued to May 2, 2016
A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to request for continuance to the May 2, 2016 City
Council meeting
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
11. Adopted Ordinance No. 4086 amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) by
modifying Chapters 2.14, 2.15 and 2.33 relating to change of a department name and title
changes of department head positions
Approved for introduction April 4, 2016 - Vote: 6-1 (Peterson -No)
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Councilmember Peterson and Director Warren discussed that all appointed department head positions
are exempt from the Civil Service rules and therefore do not go through the Personnel Commission
Councilmember Peterson revisited his opinion that using the title of CIO is appropriate for a public
sector position but not a City position and therefore he will not be supporting this item
Councilmember Posey and Director Warren discussed other municipalities that are making these
changes and that this was also the recommendation of the recruiter used for the position Director
Warren explained continuing to use "older" position titles can indicate to potential candidates that the
City is not making progress in that particular area
Councilmember O'Connell and Director Warren discussed that these title changes will have no impact
on job responsibilities or salary
Mayor Katapodis and Director Warren discussed that the department name change was really the
spark that started the review process for this item
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Delgleize to adopt Ordinance No 4086, "An Ordinance of
the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amending Chapters
2 15, 2 30, 2 33, 2 56, 2 86 and 2 114 Thereof' relating to the change of a Department Name and Title
Changes of Department Head Positions
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, and Delgleize
NOES Peterson
PUBLIC HEARING
12. Adopted Resolution No. 2016-18 approving and authorizing execution of a Interstate 405
Freeway Agreement with Caltrans and a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County
Transit Authority (OCTA) for upcoming freeway improvement project
Transportation Manager Bob Stachelski presented a PowerPoint presentation dated April 18, 2016,
entitled Freeway Agreement Cooperative Agreement I-405 Improvement Project that included the
following titled slides I-405 Freeway Agreement, Public Hearing, I-405 Cooperative Agreement, and
Recommended Action (02 44 00)
Councilmember Hardy and Manager Stachelski discussed the utility relocations referred to in the
presentation which are owned by the City, or that which the City is partnered in There are also three
owned water lines and several joint -owned with West Orange County Water Board There will be a
different agreement to cover these items Councilmember Hardy added that there is no way the people
would have voted for Measure M2 if they knew how much the City will have to pay to move the water
pipes
In response to a question from Councilmember O'Connell, regarding the time frame of the project
(when it will start and when it will end) and the impact it will have on the City, Orange County
Transportation Authority (OCTA) representative Jeff Mills replied that during construction it will be
painful because of the required road closures because of the delays OCTA will try to minimize the
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impact, but when the project is completed traffic flow will be much better The construction is expected
to begin in late 2017 and will take about 4 1/2 years for the whole 16 mile corridor Regarding moving
water lines, Mr Mills continued by stating that according to current research there most likely will be an
approximately $5 million cost for moving two of the lines which will be paid for by OCTA or the project
The third line involves a minor modification that would fall to the City to pay of about $200,000, and $3
to $5 million for the West Orange County Water Board's share
Councilmember O'Connell asked how overruns would be handled for the $600,000 reimburseable Mr
Mills replied that the language in the cooperative agreement allows for an amendment so it can be
changed in the future As for as what the local citizens will get in exchange for four years of travel
disruption, Mr Mills replied there will be improvements to the on and off ramps They are being
upgraded to facilitate pedestrian and bicycle movement Expect a $5 million to $6 million improvement
for the City's local streets at the end of this project The $600,000 reimburseable cost in tonight's
agreement is mostly for staff time, consulting time, developing the traffic management and design
review
Councilmember O'Connell asked where the HOV Express Lane exits will be Mr Mills replied that if
you are traveling from the south, both the 405 Freeway and 73 Freeway will have a connection,
Magnolia would have an exit, and Bolsa would have an exit, access to and from at the 22 Freeway, and
the final exit will have access at the 605 Freeway, or continue on the 405 Freeway Beach Boulevard is
a key crossing that carries volumes of local traffic, and state and federal guidelines require at least a
mile after Express Lane egress to move the five lanes to an exit, and there wasn't that much room to
allow a Beach Boulevard ingress or egress Councilmember O'Connell asked if any of the fees from
the HOV lanes will come to Huntington Beach Mr Mills stated that if or when there are ever excess
funds collected, they could become available to assist with Huntington Beach corridor project
improvements The Traffic & Revenue study is currently underway, so there is no answer at this point
as to when this project could be expected to produce excess revenue
Public Hearing
Mayor Katapodis opened the public hearing
City Clerk Joan Flynn announced there were no public speakers, nor was there any supplemental
communication on this item
The Public Hearing was closed
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Posey to adopt Resolution No 2016-18, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving a New Freeway Agreement" between Caltrans
and the City of Huntington Beach for Interstate 405, and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
"Cooperative Agreement No C-5-3614 between Orange County Transportation Authority and City of
Huntington Beach for 1-405 Improvement Project "
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
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ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
13. Approved two -week continuation of Tentative Agreement and introduction of proposed
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Huntington Beach Management
Employees' Organization (MEO) and the City for the period November 1, 2015 through
October 31, 2017
City Manager Wilson asked that Administrative Item 13 be continued for two weeks to allow time to
make the changes to the contract that the Huntington Beach Management Employees' Organization
has requested
A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to continue for two weeks approval of the
"Tentative Agreement" and the introduction of the proposed "Memorandum of Understanding Between
the Huntington Beach Management Employees' Organization and City of Huntington Beach" for the
period November 1, 2015 through October 31, 2017
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
14. Approved and authorized execution of a three-year agreement between the City and
AirSupport LLC to promote and manage the air show above Huntington City Beach,
authorized staff to work with AirSupport LLC to permit the air show through the Specific
Event permitting process and approved waiver of $3,425 in Specific Event fees,
authorized the Finance Director to approve an increase in appropriations and projected
revenues cover staffing costs, and approved a $10.00 daily parking surcharge for the
inaugural year
Janeen Laudenback, Director of Community Services, introduced Mike McKay with Airsupport LLC,
who jointly presented a PowerPoint dated April 18, 2016, entitled Huntington Beach Alrshow that
included the following titled slides Statement of Issue, About AIrsupport LLC, Clty/State Alr Box,
Featured Performers, Financial Impacts, Preliminary Staffing Costs, Beach Parking Proposal, and
Sponsorshlps/Partnershlps
Councilmember Peterson reported that he believes this event will bring in a very different crowd from
the surf competition He is very excited to see Breitling's major involvement and expects this to bring
people to our City at a perfect time of the year He also thanked Mike McKay for his efforts on this
project, and voiced his wholehearted support of this event
Councilmember Delgleize asked for a bit more detailed schedule of events Mr McKay stated that
Friday is usually a "rehearsal" day, and there will probably be some spectators, but the main event is
Saturday and Sunday, with the flying portion from noon to 4 PM Mr McKay stated that meetings
already are planned with Police, Fire, and Emergency Response to properly plan for the event Local,
state and federal agencies will be involved in this event as well
Councilmember Posey expressed that he definitely supports and appreciates the diversity this event
will provide and asked what other activities will be planned in addition to the free air show Mr McKay
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replied that some of the sponsors are participating in to be looking for hospitality facilities for their other
functions for their clients, other sponsors want to make their product or brand visible to the public and
will have booths set up, there will be opportunities for other local area exhibitors, plus food and
beverage sales
Councilmember O'Connell expressed his support for this event
Mayor Katapodis shared that from the beginning he has been supportive of this event and Huntington
Beach has the perfect facilities for Recreational Vehicle owners to come and watch this event He also
thanked City staff as well as Mr McKay for all of their efforts
Mr McKay shared his appreciation for how dedicated and professional all of the City's staff have been
through the process
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Posey to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a
three-year "Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and AirSupport LLC to Promote and
Manage the Air Show in Huntington City Beach," authorize staff to work with AirSupport LLC by
appropriately permitting the Surf City USA Air Show through the Specific Events permitting process,
approve the City's support of the Surf City USA Air Show for 2016, approve a $10 00 surcharge to the
daily parking rates for the Main Promenade Parking Structure, south beach lots, and Pier Plaza lots for
the inaugural year, authorize staff to collect and deposit the day -of -event $10 00 surcharge into Fund
101, Specific Events parking accounts to offset the various staffing costs that will be charged to this
fund, approve the waiver of $3,425 in Specific Event application and permit fees for the inaugural year
of the Surf City USA Air Show, and, authorize the Finance Director to approve an increase of $194,915
in appropriations and $96,000 in projected revenues in the FY16/17 budget, Fund 101 budget to cover
Fire, Marine Safety, Police, and Beach Maintenance staffing costs in their respective business units
The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
15. Approved Request Submitted by Councilmember Sullivan - Direct City Manager's Office
to bring back for City Council consideration the formal adoption of the 3rd Battalion/1st
Marines
Councilmember Sullivan stated that the City's employees are the real supporters of the 3rd
Battalion/1st Marines
A motion was made by Sullivan, second Katapodis to direct the City Manager to bring back for
consideration a Resolution formally adopting the 3rd Battalion/1 st Marine Regiment, providing for
nominal in -kind City support of events and programs, defining our relationship with the Huntington
Beach 3/1 Marines Foundation, as well as providing for the use of the City's website to provide access
for interested residents, businesses, schools, and community groups to support the 3rd Battalion/1 st
Marine Regiment
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The motion carried by the following vote
AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
16. Approved as Amended Request Submitted by Councilmember Peterson - Re -designation
of Rodgers Seniors' Center
Councilmember Peterson stated that after considering the questions and public comments, he feels the
best way to proceed is to send this matter to the Community Services Commission for further
evaluation and to allow for more public input He voiced concerns about the property getting locked up
allowing for deterioration to start
Councilmember Hardy asked if it were possible for the Community Services Commission (CSC) to be a
bit less formal in this instance and facilitate a "charrette" to allow for more than three minutes for the
community to provide their input She also suggested that in part B) "an option for" be added between
"including" and "indoor" so it would read "including an option for indoor" to which Councilmember
Peterson agreed Councilmember Hardy also suggested that for part C) the CSC should include a 10
PM curfew, and stipulate a no alcohol policy
Councilmember Posey shared that he will support this item, as he sees it as a companion to Item 17
He also wants clarity on the need for a thorough and complete fiscal analysis, costs for a retrofit
including cleanup of asbestos and lead, etc , potential rental income, and sponsorships to ensure the
existing Senior Center is not cannibalized to better determine if it truly makes fiscal sense
Councilmember Peterson said he was assuming those issues would be addressed, and he would
expect that all options would be looked at He believes that Director Laudenback thoroughly
understands the issues that need to be addressed
Mayor Katapodis and Councilmember Delgleize voiced their support for this item and totally support the
suggestions of Councilmember Posey
A motion was made by Peterson, second Sullivan to direct the Community Services Department to
follow the public process under the purview of the Community Services Commission to determine
appropriate uses for the two -acre parcel of parkland, including opportunities for open space, park
amenities, and a dedicated veterans' memorial hall on the property, direct the City Manager to work
with the Community Services Commission and the Community Services Department to present to the
City Council a plan for the use of the parkland, including an option for indoor space for a dedicated
veterans' memorial hall, and, direct Community Services Staff to continue to program the Seniors'
Center and Senior Outreach Center for community programs and veterans activities in the interim As
amended to encourage CSC to consider restricting issuance of alcohol permits and adhering to
a 10:00 pm curfew. Also to provide a fiscal analysis with potential revenues and expenditures to
include rental income (without taking away from existing rentals at the new Senior Center) and
costs for cleanup of any asbestos, lead, etc. And to consider a charrette format versus a 3
minute public comment format when meeting with the community and stakeholders
The motion carried by the following vote
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AYES Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES None
17. Item Submitted by Councilmember Posey Withdrawn - No Action Taken on November
2016 Advisory Vote on future disposition of Rodgers Seniors' Center
In response to a statement made during Public Comments, Councilmember Posey stated that the
Municipal Code does allow for an Advisory Vote, and it would cost $8,500 He is asking that before a
commitment is made on this City asset, that the entire voting population be allowed to vote He
presented a four -point PowerPoint presentation Ballot clearly identified as an "Advisory Vote", must be
Council adopted no later than August 11th to be on the ballot in November, Arguments/Rebuttal
guidelines, and Important Election Dates He asked his fellow Council members if they support having
the City's voting population weigh-in on the disposition of the Rodgers Seniors' Center This process is
simply asking for the opinion of the voters
Councilmember Hardy questioned what the two choices are for an Advisory Vote Councilmember
Posey said the choices are selling the space, or making a dedicated park City Clerk Flynn explained
the Registrar of Voters (ROV) office confirmed it is possible to have a ballot item that does not require a
"Yes" or "No" response and the City Attorney will craft the proper language to make the options clear to
the voters
Councilmember Hardy and City Attorney Gates discussed that if the voter majority was to approve the
sale of the land, a Measure C Vote would then be necessary Councilmember Hardy stated that in her
opinion this process is a giant waste of money, and all the City's parkland needs to be preserved She
also noted that three potential developers have already passed on the opportunity to build because she
believes they understood very well that the people do not want more housing in that neighborhood
Councilmember Peterson understands that since keeping the Rodgers Seniors' Center for community
use was part of the vote for building the new Senior Center in the Park, he feels the people have
already had the opportunity to vote and doesn't support this item Councilmember Posey responded
that one of the arguments made for the new Senior Center in the Park was that the Rodgers Seniors'
Center would remain for community use, but that statement was not on the ballot He thinks that since
circumstances are a bit different today than they were in 2006, $8,500 is not a big cost to use
democracy and allow today's voters to provide their input
Councilmember Delgleize voiced her support of what Councilmember Posey stated, and that she
supports both Item 16 and Item 17 She explained that residents have asked her why not vote on the
matter when plastic bags and fireworks were voted on?
Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan shared that three Council members recently observed a meeting at the
Rodgers Seniors' Center where the room was full with at least 300 people, and it was obvious that the
people in that area want a park in their neighborhood For that reason he will not support Item 17
Councilmember Hardy stated that the cost of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be the City's
cost The EIR needs to be completed before the Measure C vote can betaken Any developer who
agrees to reimburse the City will Just deduct the cost of the EIR from their price Further, we have a
republic system where the people elect the officials to represent their view and she has not heard a
single speaker say they support the sale of the Rodgers Seniors' Center
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Councilmember Peterson stated that the people did not vote directly for the plastic bag or fireworks
issues, but voted for the people (Council members) who would represent them on those issues, and he
believes the public has already been very vocal on this issue
Councilmember Delgleize voiced her opinion that she loves all the parks the City has, and is interested
in asking the voters if this is a way to pay for costs of operating those parks Situations have changed
in ten years and it is important to her to allow the voters to voice their opinion again
Mayor Katapodis shared his opinion that this is an interesting situation, particularly since there have
already been three developers back out of a development deal He supports letting people vote, but
the way this Item is worded he cannot support it
Councilmember Posey asked Mayor Katapodis if he should withdraw Item 17 and come back later with
different language Mayor Katapodis agreed that would be a good idea and also stated there was good
discussion of the topic tonight
Councilmember Posey withdrew Item 17
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce 29th
Annual Economic Conference, and the Huntington Beach Library Volunteer Appreciation Event
Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan attended the General Meeting of the Orange County Senior Citizens Advisory
Council and the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Economic Conference where he gave the
Welcome on behalf of Mayor Katapodis
Councilmember Delgleize also attended the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Economic
Conference and thanked the local businesses who shared their stories and insights She also attended
the Assistance League fundraiser at the Hyatt
Councilmember Posey attended "Beyond the Beach" Chamber of Commerce Economic Conference,
the H B Library Volunteer Appreciation Event where he sat beside a woman who has volunteered
4,000 hours of the total of 57,000 volunteer hours, and AM Connect
Councilmember Peterson reported that many scouts get involved in the Day of Service event, and for
those who don't want to paint, or dig in the dirt, there is another option which is to help put food bags
together This is an event which greatly impacts our community and everyone is encouraged to get
involved
Mayor Katapodis reported attending Edison's Home Track Meet, making a presentation for a Sunset
Beach Community Association meeting, an Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) meeting,
the National Crimes Victims Week candlelight vigil on the pier with Chief Handy, the H B Library
Volunteer Appreciation Event at Central Library Event to acknowledge the volunteers who provide the
services of 27 employees who would have to be hired if they weren't serving, Opening Day at the New
Huntington Beach Oilers Baseball Stadium Ribbon Ceremony where he also pitched a perfect strike,
the Kowabunga Van Klan of Huntington Beach event, and an event at the Carpenter Theatre where
three Huntington Beach students were awarded scholarships
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ADJOURNMENT — At 10 00 PM, in memory of Huntington Beach resident Bob Nava who was a Viet
Nam Veteran and former Los Angeles Police Officer, to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the
Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, May 2, 2016, at 4 00 PM in the
Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California
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