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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-03-20Minutes City Council/Public Financing Authority City of Huntington Beach Monday, March 20, 2017 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.surfcitv-hb.org/government/agendas/ 4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALLED TO ORDER -- 4:01 PM ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tern Posey requested, and was granted, permission to be absent pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54. Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson Absent: Posey ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet: For Study Session Item No. 1, three (3) communications — a PowerPoint communication entitled Shipley to Shore Trail System Study Session — Huntington Central Park -- Orange County Harriet Weider Park; and email communications from Shari Engel and Steve Engel. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 4 Speakers The number fhh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.orglgovemmentlagendas. Juana Mueller was called to speak and voiced concerns about the lack of a permanent parking lot at the Shipley Nature Center which, in her opinion, could be used as the starting point for the proposed "Shipley to Shore" trail. (00:02:31) Steve Engel was called to speak and voiced his support of the proposed "Shipley to Shore" trail and encouraged inclusion of a permanent parking lot at the Shipley Nature Center. (00:06:00) Betty Reinertson was called to speak and shared her support of the proposed "Shipley to Shore" trail, including a permanent parking lot at the Shipley Nature Center. (00:07:53) Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 2 of 9 Jean Nagy was called to speak and shared her support of the "Shipley to Shore" trail, and reported a chasm that has developed from rain along the Equestrian Center/Central Park border that needs to be filled for safety reasons. (00:08:34) STUDY SESSION 1. Community Services Department presented a report on the "Shipley to Shore" trail concept linking Huntington Central Park to Orange County Harriet Wieder Regional Park, including an overview of the concept, issues, opportunities and constraints of the project in response to Council direction provided at the January 26, 2017, Strategic Planning Retreat. City Manager Wilson introduced Community Services Director, Janeen Laudenback who presented a PowerPoint entitled: Shipley to Shore Trail System, Study Session, Huntington Central Park- Orange County Harriet Weider Park with slides entitled: What is the "Shipley to Shore" Trail System?, Why "Shipley to Shore" Trails?, Park and Recreation Master Plan, General Plan, Trail Stakeholders, City of Huntington Beach Central Park, Central Park Trail System, Orange County Parks, Harriet Weider Park, Harriet Weider Park Proposed Trail Improvements, Detail of SCE "Pinch -Point", Oil Operations, Another Look at the Trail, Opportunities and Constraints, Public Safety Challenges (2), Where Are We Now?, and Next Steps. Councilmember Brenden and Real Estate and Project Manager Carlos Marquez discussed leasehold areas and various owners of properties involved, and current uses of the properties. Councilmember Brenden and Director Laudenback discussed the two Central Park access points off of Edwards. Councilmember Hardy, Director Laudenback and City Attorney Gates discussed the possibility of moving the temporary parking lot at Shipley Nature Center, and communications in process with the Parks Defense Fund attorney. Councilmember O'Connell and Director Laudenback discussed the time frame, costs and completing this project in a phase -by -phase process. Councilmember Brenden requested that the Central Park trails enhancement phase include looking at a "boardwalk" type trail around the lake because of all of the roots that can create trip hazards. Councilmember Brenden and Director Laudenback discussed the plan to negotiate with the County regarding the land they own within the trail system, as well as the lack of knowledge about the Bolsa Chica Conservancy plan for habitat restoration. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:36 PM City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced that Closed Session Item No. 6, regarding the lawsuit of Kevin Jackson vs. City of Huntington Beach, has been pulled from tonight's discussions. A motion was made by O'Connell, second Brenden to recess to Closed Session for Item Nos. 2 — 5, and 7. With no objections, the motion passed. Mayor Delgleize 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 Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 3 of 9 Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA). 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: Huntington Shorecliff, LP v. City of Huntington Beach, et al. (JS Stadium), Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2011-00463995. 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: Cory Wekerle v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00839579. 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: ComUNIDAD v. City of Huntington Beach; Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00869173-CU- WM-CXC. 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), Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA). 6. Pursuant to Government Code § 54966.9(d)(1), the City Council shall recess onto Closed 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: Ronald Thompson vs. City of Huntington Beach, WCAB Case No. ADJ9431733; Claim No. COHB- 14-0082. 6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENED CITY COUNCILIPUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:06 PM ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tern Posey requested, and was granted, permission to be absent pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54. Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson Absent: Posey PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- Led by Councilmember Hardy INVOCATION — Led by Mark Currie of Baha'i of Huntington Beach and member of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 4 of 9 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. CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Delgleize called on Victoria Alberty and Karen of Top Dog Barkery, who presented Husky mixes Jax and Angel, the Adoptable Pets of the Month. More details about these two dogs, and other dogs available for adoption, may be found at www.waggintrails.org Mayor Delgleize presented a commendation to Marina High School student Austin Hwang who was recently honored as a "Luminary" by the Disneyland Resort for his action to improve his community. Austin is the founder and president of Marina Wave, an environmental club at Marina High School with a focus on water conservation, education, fundraising, and volunteering. Mayor Delgleize called on Fire Chief David Segura who presented commendations to Golden West College Track and Field coaches and staff for their life-saving efforts to help ASGWC President and team member Javier Venegas when he recently collapsed on the field. Mayor Delgleize called on Senior Librarian Barbara Richardson who presented the Mayor's Award to Library Services Clerk, Debra Garcia. For the past ten (10) years Debra has been instilling the love of reading to toddlers through her interactive story telling. She is so popular that Tabby Theater is filled to capacity whenever she reads, reaching over 40,000 children and adults each year. Her positive impact in the community is inspiring. At the end of the year, unfortunately, Ms. Garcia will be moving to Texas, but she is commended for having a major impact in the lives of many residents of Huntington Beach. ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) — None PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 4 Speakers The numberfhh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.orglgovernmentlagendas. Emma Moses, Senior, Edison High School and member of Edison's Center for International Business and Communication Studies (CIBACS) was called to speak and invited community participation in her upcoming Run Fore One 3K Fundraiser at Edison on Sunday, April 2, at 8 a.m., to raise awareness and funds for clean drinking water in Africa. (01:00:40) Norma Vander Molen, Residents for Responsible Desalination (R4RD), was called to speak and shared her opposition to the Poseidon Desalination project. (01:02:58) Dr. Mikel Hogan, Residents for Responsible Desalination (R4RD), was called to speak, asked questions of the City Council about costs, permits and reports for the Poseidon Desalination project, and requested a Study Session update by City staff for the public. (01:06:23) Shawn Thompson, City of Huntington Beach Environmental Board, was called to speak and shared her support for the grant the City is applying for to provide winter habitat for Monarch butterflies. Speaking as a private citizen, she stated her support for Councilmember Items No. 11, official naming of the Bandstand at Central Park for Tom Ridley. (01:08:26) Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 5 of 9 COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES Councilmember Peterson reported attending the Huntington Beach Police Department Awards Ceremony, and a legislative advocacy trip to Sacramento for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Councilmember Hardy invited everyone to the public discussion this week by Jamie Ford, author of the HB Reads One Book, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, at Central Library on Wednesday, March 23, 7 — 9 p.m. Councilmember Semeta, Council Liaison for the Sister City Association, reported attending the Cherry Blossom Festival this past Sunday, and thanked Association Board Member Maureen Anzivino for a successful event. Councilmember Semeta also reported attending an Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) trip to Sacramento, the Huntington Beach Police Department Awards Ceremony which included acknowledging Councilmember Peterson's son Dylan for being instrumental in recently saving a life at Huntington Beach Pier. Councilmember O'Connell reported attending an Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC- OC) and United Way meeting on Homelessness, the Huntington Beach Police Department Awards Ceremony, the 3/1 Marines 5K Run, the ACC-OC legislative advocacy trip to Sacramento with the Orange County Business Council to advocate for funding and job opportunities for Huntington Beach, the Chamber of Commerce State of the City event, and the Cherry Blossom Festival. Councilmember Brenden reported attending a Downtown Business Improvement District meeting, an Oak View Task Force meeting, the Huntington Beach Police Department Awards Ceremony, the California Energy Commission hearing on the new AES power plant, and participated in the ACC-OC Advocacy trip to Sacramento, the Chamber of Commerce State of the City event, and the ACC-OC & Environment Committee event "Community Choice Aggregations: A New Option for Local Governments." Mayor Delgleize reported attending many of the events already listed by the other Council members, plus the 18th Annual Holocaust Art and Writing Contest Awards Ceremony for elementary, junior high and high school students, which included seven (7) schools from Huntington Beach. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Fred Wilson reported that an update on the disposition of the Rodgers Seniors' Center downtown will be given at the next regular City Council meeting of April 3rd. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approved and adopted minutes A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to review and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated March 6, 2017, and the City Council special meeting minutes dated March 14, 2017, as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 6 of 9 2. Received and filed the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Updates A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to receive and file the Six -Month Strategic Objectives. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 3. Approved Fiscal Year 2015/16 Year -End Budget Adjustments, Inter -fund Transfers and Available Fund Balance Recommendations A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to approve the year-end budget adjustments, transfers, and fund balance recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2015/16 Revised Budget in the Funds and amounts contained in Attachments 1 and 2 (Fiscal Year 15116 Inter -Fund Transfers and Inter - Department Transfers; Fiscal Year 15/16 Appropriation Adjustments). The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 4. Approved Fiscal Year 2015/16 Year End Audit and Consolidated General Liability Fund A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to authorize the City Manager to perform all actions necessary to properly record and fund a General Liability Internal Service Fund (Fund 552) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2016, and adjust the FY 2016/17 Adopted Budget accordingly. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 5. Authorized the release of the Guarantee & Warranty Bond for Lamb Park (Fairwind Subdivision) A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to release the Guarantee & Warranty Bond No. PB03010402299 and instruct the City Treasurer to notify the Surety, Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company, of this action. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 7 of 9 6. Adopted Resolution No. 2017-11 amending the City's Classification Plan adding the classification of Senior Finance Analyst A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to adopt Resolution No. 2017-11, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the City Classification Plan by Adding the Classification of Senior Finance Analyst." The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 7. Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 2 with Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates in an amount not to exceed $115,000 for Sales and Use Tax Auditing Services and increase Appropriations and Professional Services Authority accordingly A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute "Amendment No. 2 to Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates for Sales and Use Services;" and, increase Appropriations and Professional Services Authority in the Finance Department Accordingly. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 8. Approved and authorized execution of a three-year Professional Services Contract with Keyser Marston Associates, Inc., in the amount not exceed $180,000 for Economic Analysis Services A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a "Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. for Economic Analysis Services" in the amount not to exceed $180,000 over a three- year period. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 9. Authorized the City Attorney to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with AlvaradoSmith, and amend the Budget and Professional Services Authority accordingly A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to authorize the City Attorney to enter into "Amendment No. 1 to Attorney Services Agreement with AlvaradoSmith," and amend the Budget and Professional Services Authority accordingly. The motion carried by the following vote: Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 8 of 9 AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None 10. Adopted Ordinance No. 4130 re-establishing Fees for State Franchised Video Service Providers as part of the City's membership on the joint powers authority of the Public Cable Television Authority (PCTA) Approved for introduction March 6, 2017, Vote: 7-0 A motion was made by Peterson, second O'Connell to adopt Ordinance No. 4130, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Re -Establishing Fees for State Franchised Video Service Providers." The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS 11. Submitted by Councilmember Brenden - Naming of the Bandstand in Central Park Councilmember Brenden introduced this item, provided some background details, and requested that the prescribed procedures be followed to acknowledge the contribution of Tom Ridley to the Concert Band and Summer Concert in the Park program. A motion was made by Brenden, second O'Connell to task the official naming of the Bandstand at Central Park for Tom Ridley to the Community Services Commission for appropriate research, review and recommendation to the full City Council. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson ABSENT: Posey NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Councilmember Peterson expressed condolences at the passing this past week of Clem Dominguez, his appointed Planning Commissioner. Clem was an active surfer, an active member of the community who asked lots of questions, did his homework and was very, very detailed. Councilmember Hardy stated that she enjoyed knowing Clem through the years, and expressed her condolences to his family for a man that will be missed. Councilmember Semeta expressed her condolences to family of Mr. Dominguez whom she described as a very unique man who was able to disagree and yet remain a friendly individual. She also acknowledged the Assistance League of Huntington Beach Annual Fundraiser - "Treasures by the Sea 2017" which was attended by more than 800 people. She reported attending the 3/1 Marines 5K Fun Run/Walk and made the commitment to participate next year. Council/PFA Regular Minutes March 20, 2017 Page 9 of 9 Councilmember Breriden announced that he challenged his Council colleagues to forma relay team to participate in next year's Surf City Marathon, using the opportunity to raise funds for a local charity. He also expressed his condolences and prayers for the family of Clem Dominguez and the great loss to the City. Councilmember Brenden reported attending the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for Salt Life on Main Street, taking a tour of the Carlsbad Desalination facility, attending the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect Breakfast, a performance of Forever Young, the Rotary Club Surf City Splash event, participating in the Arbor Day Walk which went from Central Park up to the Urban Forest, taking a 25- mile bicycle ride along the Santa Ana River to observe first-hand conditions of concern, attending the Orange County Council of Government's General Assembly meeting, the Goldenwest College Patrons Luncheon and Nature Center Ceremony, the Chamber of Commerce Orchard Supply Hardware Grand Opening, the Assistance League of Huntington Beach Annual Fundraiser —"Treasures by the Sea 2017" and the Cherry Blossom Festival in Central Park. Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the Chamber of Commerce State of the City meeting, and publicly accepts Councilmember Brenden's 3/1 Marines Council Relay challenge for next year. He expressed his condolences to the family of Clem Dominguez and asked that this meeting be adjourned in memory of a man who will be greatly missed. Mayor Delgleize reported also attending the many events already listed by other Council members, as well as the Make -A -Wish Foundation Event at Harbour View Elementary School to fulfill a wish for Abigail Tremp, a 12 year old with a heart condition, who will now get to go to Washington, DC. ADJOURNMENT --At 7:06 PM, in memory of Clem Dominguez, to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, April 3, 2017, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: City Clerk -Secretary - Aa4�&�amdAtu) lu City Clerk end ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington Beach, California � I �, iayor-Chair 1 ,