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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, October 16, 2017
4:30 PM - Council Chambers
6:00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 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
With no items scheduled for Study Session, the meeting was called to order at 4:30 PM.
CALLED TO ORDER — 4:30 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Received After Agenda Distribution) — None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) — None
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:31 PM
A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to recess into Closed Session for Items 1 — 6. With no
objections, the motion carried.
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
Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), Municipal Employees' Association (MEA) and Management
Employees' Organization (MEO).
CLOSED SESSION
1. 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: Michael
McClanahan vs. City of Huntington Beach, WCAB Case Nos. ADJ10022294; ADJ8971930;
ADJ120835845; Claim Nos. COHB-12-0246; COHB-15-0192 and COHB-15-0107.
2. 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 Police Officers' Association (POA), Municipal Employees'
Association (MEA) and Management Employees' Organization (MEO).
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
October 16, 2017
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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: Mark Tornow v.
City of Huntington Beach, Craig Reynolds, Jonathan Haught, Orange County Superior
Court Case No. 30-2016-00890778.
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: Debbie Mallery v.
City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00940742.
5. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Angelique Irene
Vega v. Richard Dejarnett; Nobel Pursuit, Inc.; Beach Babe Bicycling Classic; City of Long
Beach; City of Huntington Beach; County of Orange and County of Los Angeles Case No.
BC665973.
6. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: City of
Huntington Beach v. Surf City Beach Cottages, LP, Orange County Superior Court Case
No. 30-2016-00874885
6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING 6:02 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember Peterson
INVOCATION — Provided by Fr. Christian Mondor of Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church 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.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Delgleize presented a proclamation to the County of Orange Childhood Lead Poisoning
Prevention Program to proclaim October 22 to 28 as "Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week."
Marti Mesa and Christina Valdez, representing Orange County Healthcare Agency, described some of
the common sources of lead poisoning and added that a blood test is the only way to properly diagnose.
Mayor Delgleize called on Stephanie Deagle from Relay for Life Huntington Beach who provided an
update on this fundraising effort of the American Cancer Society. Ms. Deagle reported that $50,766 was
raised this year at the August event thanks to the hard work of many people and generous sponsors.
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October 16, 2017
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Mayor Delgleize called on City Clerk Robin Estanislau and Information Services Director Behzad
Zamanian who presented the Mayor's Award to Senior Information Technology Analyst Nicole Arms.
Nicole manages and implements major technology projects for all departments within the City, holds a
Masters of Information Technology, Bachelors degree in Business Education, and is a certified Project
Management Professional. Nicole was congratulated for her outstanding attitude of service and taking on
responsibility with intelligence, patience, friendliness and responsiveness.
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:
Public Hearing:
Item No. 7 - email communication received from Deke Lightholder regarding the Rofael Marina permit/
project.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 9 Speakers
The number [hh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at http.//www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas.
Karl Fees was called to speak and shared his opinions about the unacceptable noise related to business
activities at all hours of the day and night at the shopping center located at the southwest corner of
Beach Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue. Mayor Delgleize asked him to complete a blue card for follow-up.
(00:22:12)
Timothy Schnupp was called to speak and echoed the comments of Mr. Fees regarding the disruptive
noise at the Beach and Atlanta shopping center, and requested the City's assistance to remediate.
Mayor Delgleize asked him to complete a blue card for follow-up. (00:25:36)
Carmela Miars was called to speak and announced details for the upcoming Fall Festival for the
Therapeutic Riding Center at Huntington Beach Equestrian Center on October 22. (00:26:52)
Stefan Steinberg was called to speak and shared the problems of large trucks parking on Pacific Coast
Highway, sometimes for days at a time, near the Peter's Landing area. He requested that parking signs
be placed and enforced by the City in this area. Mayor Delgleize asked him to complete a blue card for
follow-up. (00:27:49)
Amory Hanson, a candidate for Huntington Beach City Council in 2018, was called to speak and shared
his concerns about naming the park at 1706 Orange Avenue, site of the former Michael E. Rodgers
Senior Center, which in his opinion should retain Mr. Rodgers' name in recognition of his contributions to
the City. (00:30:27)
Maureen was called to speak and stated her opinion that the center divider on Adams Avenue, west of
Beach Boulevard, is too wide and impedes the flow of traffic. She provided an email address to be used
for follow-up on her Request to Speak form. (00:33:00)
Bridget Kaub, Community Services Commission member, was called to speak and expressed her
appreciation for the City Council's recent decision to not change the Commission's membership. She
also stated her support for Councilmember Item No. 8 regarding Councilmember Family Insurance
Benefits. (00:33:59)
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October 16, 2017
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Miguel Prieto, Member, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), was called to speak
and reported on the recent fundraiser to support a local family affected by the Las Vegas violence and
acknowledged the people who made this a successful effort. He closed by sharing his perspective on
the deteriorating work environment for Huntington Beach Police Officers. (00:35:42)
Janet West, resident of Long Beach, was called to speak and detailed her opinions and concerns with
Senate Bill 35 regarding planning, zoning and affordable housing, as related to Charter cities like Long
Beach and Huntington Beach and distributed a handout. (00:38:49)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE — APPOINTMENTS — LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember O'Connell reported meeting with members of the Huntington Beach Police Officers'
Association (HBPOA) and the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA).
Councilmember Peterson reported meeting with members of the Huntington Beach Firefighters'
Association (HBFA).
Councilmember Semeta reported attending the Kiwanis Installation Dinner, and the Association of
California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) Economic Development Symposium.
Councilmember Brenden reported attending the Association of California Cities — Orange County
(ACC-OC) Economic Development Symposium, the monthly Council on Aging Board meeting, met with
Dr. Michael Simons, Trustee, Huntington Beach Unified High School District, attended a Design Review
Board meeting, and the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce AM Connect Breakfast where he
provided the City Update.
Mayor Pro Tern Posey reported meeting with members of the Huntington Beach Police Officers'
Association (HBPOA) and the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), and attended the
Association of California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) Economic Development Symposium where
he moderated the speakers' panel,
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Fred Wilson announced that beginning Sunday, November 5, Central Library will again
offer Sunday hours.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Peterson asked that Agenda Item No. 4 be tabled since Governor Brown just vetoed SB
649 regarding permit processes for antennas and equipment for wireless services. He also requested to
abstain from Consent Item No. 1 —Adopt City Council/Public Financing Authority minutes dated October
2, 2017, as he was not in attendance at the meeting.
Councilmember Peterson made a motion to approve the remainder of the items, and Councilmember
Hardy seconded the motion.
Mayor Delgleize and City Manager Wilson discussed that in light of Governor Brown's veto on SB 649, it
is appropriate to re-evaluate the options for Consent Item No. 4 at a future date.
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1. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to review and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes dated October 2, 2017, as written and on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Peterson
2. Approved the escheatment of Unclaimed Funds Per Government Code Sections 50050-
50057
A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to review and approve the transfer of $5,408.20 of
unclaimed funds from the City's Unclaimed Funds Liability Account to the City's Miscellaneous Revenue
Account #10000100.48550.10035209 in compliance with the Government Code Sections 50050-50057.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
3. Approved and authorized the Director of Public Works to execute a temporary
Construction Easement Deed with the Coast Community College District at the
intersection of Gothard Street and Center Avenue
A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to approve and authorize the Director of Public Works to
execute a temporary Construction Easement Deed with the Coast Community College District at the
intersection of Gothard Street and Center Avenue.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. CONTINUED TO A DATE UNCERTAIN request to Adopt Resolution No. 2017-50 approving
a Small Cell Site License Agreement Template and delegating authority to the City
Manager and City Attorney to execute on behalf of the City
A motion was made by Peterson, second Posey to continue to a date uncertain request to adopt
Resolution No. 2017-50, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving the
Template Small Cell License Agreement and Delegating the Authority to the City Manager and City
Attorney to Execute Small Cell License Agreements on Behalf of the City of Huntington Beach;" and,
authorize and approve the annual lease rate of $1,500 per pole for small cell attachments on City -owned
street lights.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
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October 16, 2017
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5. Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 to an existing Professional
Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and CSG Consultants, Inc. for
Plan Review Services in an amount not to exceed $340,000; and, approved the increase in
the Community Development Department's Professional Services Listing Authority by
$133,690
A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute: "Amendment No. 1 to Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and CSG Consultants,
Inc. for Plan Review Services;" (Attachment No. 1) and, approve the increase in the Community
Development Department's professional services listing authority by $133,690 for building plan review
services to ensure compliance with Administrative Regulation Number 228, Section 7.1.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
PUBLIC HEARING
6. CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 6, 2017 Appeal of Variance No. 17-003, which represents a
request to deviate from several Zoning Code development standards to accommodate the
relocation of a historic single-family residence
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to continue appeal of Variance No. 17-003 to the
November 6, 2017 City Council meeting at the applicant's request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
7. CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 6, 2017 Appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 13-0221Coastal
Development Permit No. 13-0141Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 13-008
(Rofael Marina & Caretaker's Unit)
A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to continue appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 13-022
and Coastal Development Permit No. 13-014 to the November 6, 2017 City Council meeting at the
applicant's request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
8. Item Submitted by Councilmember Brenden Approved — Family Insurance Benefits
Councilmember Brenden noted that approval of this item would not create any extra cost to the City as
costs would totally be borne by the Councilmember. He further noted that it is highly unusual for family
members to be excluded from insurance coverage.
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Councilmember Hardy discussed how it is legal and appropriate for all Councilmembers to vote on this
item, and indicated her support since there will be no cost to the City.
Councilmember Peterson stated he. is not supporting this item because most part-time staff do not get
insurance coverage and he doesn't feel elected officials should be granted additional benefits.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Hardy to direct the City Attorney's Office to amend Chapter
2.28 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code to provide for the addition of insurance benefits for City
Council family members with the additional premium costs above single enrollment to be borne by the
City Council Member.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: Semeta, Posey, and Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Hardy reported attending the Fire Department Open House, Miss Huntington Beach
Scholarship Pageant, and Surf City 10 Mile, 1 OK and 5K runs.
Councilmember Peterson reported attending the Miss Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant and
providing the historical perspective which was created by the Historic Resources Board (HRB). He
congratulated Alyssa Welfringer as the incoming Miss Huntington Beach and thanked Jena Farris for her
service this past year as the outgoing Miss Huntington Beach.
Mayor Pro Tern Posey reported attending the Kiwanis Installation Dinner and presenting the awards on
behalf of Mayor Delgleize, the Dumpsters on Parade, City Attorney's Town Hall Meeting, and the
Armenian Assembly.
Councilmember Semeta reported attending the City Attorney's Town Hall Meeting with Police Chief
Handy, Duke's 18th Anniversary Celebration, and announced the Huntington Beach High School
Foundation's masquerade ball is scheduled for October 28 at 6 p.m. She congratulated Alyssa
Welfringer as the 2018 Miss Huntington Beach, and thanked Jena Farris for her service as outgoing Miss
Huntington Beach. She also encouraged attendance at the upcoming Therapeutic Riding Center
fundraising event as already announced by public speaker Carmela Miars.
Councilmember Brenden reported attending the "Celebration of Scouting" - The Legacy of Scouting
Award reception to honor Russ Paxson who became an Eagle Scout in Troop 1 in 1939 and attends
Scout meetings to this day. He also attended the Duke's 18th Anniversary celebration, Dumpsters on
Parade, Huntington Beach. Lidns Club Dedication for a donated Liberty Elm tree for the Senior Center in
the Park, A Walk on WatefI event at Balsa Chica State Beach which assists people with disabilities to
experience surfing, Miss 'Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant where he was a judge, and the Surf
City 10.Mile, 10K, and 5K run. He also reminded people of, the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
Gala on Saturday, October 21. He closed by congratulating Nicole Arms'for receiving the Mayor's Award
and thanked her for rescuing him in the midst of technical challenges as a Councilmember.
Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the recent deployment of a young man from Huntington
Beach, and thanked all veterans, currently active or retired, for protecting democracy. He reported
attending the Armenian Assembly, Dumpsters on Parade, and Downtown Town Hall meeting, and
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requested that Council adjourn the meeting in memory of Andrew Michael DiMaggio, a local young man
who unfortunately passed from an opiate overdose. In closing, Councilmember O'Connell mentioned
receiving a memo/complaint that caught his attention due to allegations made by someone in
Management in the Police Department. He clarified that the complaint was not associated with any labor
group, and to circumvent public perception of bias, requested that'an independent investigator look into
the matter without involving the City Manager's Office, City Attorney's Office, or the Police Department.
Mayor Delgleize reminded Councilmember O'Connell that discussion on this topic was not agendized.
Mayor Delgeize continued her comments by thanking Principal Paul Kraft of Hope View Elementary
School for the recent "Be A Buddy, Not A Bully" student assembly, and reported attending the
"Celebration of Scouting" event to honor Russ Paxton who received The Legacy of Scouting Award. She
reported presenting the opening remarks for the Jane Austen Society of North America's 2017 Annual
General Meeting in Huntington Beach, attending the Huntington Beach Lions Club dedication of a Liberty
Elm tree to the City at the Senior Center in the Park, and a fundraiser for Off The Streets which is a small
non-profit that has assisted 450 people over the last three years get off the streets. Mayor Delgleize
acknowledged Huntington Beach Equestrian Center owner Mary Behrens for opening up the facility for
horses affected by the fires in Napa and Anaheim Hills, and expressed appreciation to Fire Chief Segura
and local firefighters also in their efforts to assist. In closing, Mayor Delgleize announced that Huntington
Beach joined forces with Long Beach to prepare a proposal to become the site of Amazon's HQ2, and
thanked City staff, especially Assistant City Manager Lori Ann Farrell, for the time and skills to prepare
the proposal.
ADJOURNMENT — 7:11 PM, in memory of Andrew Michael DiMaggio, to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, November 6, 2017,
at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
ATTEST:
City Clerk -Secretary
City Clerk and ex -off icio 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
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