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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-02-20Minutes City Council/Public Financing Authority City of Huntington Beach Tuesday, February 20, 2018 4:30 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/governmentlagendas/ 4:30 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALLED TO ORDER — 4:30 PM ROLL CALL Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden Absent: None 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: Study Session: Item No. 1: A PowerPoint communication received from Deputy Director of Economic Development Kellee Fritzal entitled Huntington Beach Air Show 2017. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) — None STUDY SESSION 1. Presentation of high level fiscal impact analysis of the Huntington Beach Air Show City Manager Wilson introduced Deputy Director Kellee Fritzal and Visit Huntington Beach President and CEO Kelly Miller who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Huntington Beach Airshow 2017 with slides entitled: Staff & VHB Task, Report Overview, Financial Reporting, Economic Impact. - Restaurants, Economic Impact: Apparel, Economic Impact: Lodging (3), City Financial Impact, Digital Marketing: VHB Website, Positive Media Coverage (4), Business Community, Corporate Hospitality, 2018 Huntington Beach Airshow, and Questions. Councilmember Delgleize and Mr. Miller discussed the level of corporate hospitality during the event, and how it may support opportunities for new events in the future. Councilmember Brenden recognized the success of the event, and reviewed opportunities for financial growth including increased sales and transient occupancy (hotel) taxes. Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 2 of 15 Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Miller discussed details regarding the value of event ads, media, etc. being equivalent to approximately $1.5M in paid advertising. Councilmember O'Connell complimented staff on the successful event and stated his anticipation for this year's better and bigger show. Mayor Posey and Deputy Director Fritzal discussed the benefits of moving the event closer to Main Street, including increased apparel sales. Deputy Director Fritzal confirmed receiving nothing but positive comments by business owners following the event. Mayor Posey and Interim Community Services Director Dave Dominguez discussed the increased parking occupancy due to the Air Show. RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:48 PM A motion was made by Brenden, second Semeta, to recess to Closed Session for Items 2 and 3. With no objections, the motion carried. Mayor Posey 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), Police Management Association (PMA), Municipal Employees' Association (MEA) and Management Employees' Organization (MEO), and Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA). CLOSED SESSION 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), Police Management Association (PMA), Municipal Employees' Association (MEA), Management Employees' Organization (MEO), and Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA). 3. 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, one (1). 6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:00 PM ROLL CALL Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember O'Connell INVOCATION — Given by Maneck Bhujwala, 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. Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 3 of 15 CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Posey called on Victoria Alberty (Waggin Trails Rescue) to present the Adoptable Pet of the Month. Victoria introduced Karen of Top Dog Barkery who provided details about Freddy Freckles, an energetic 1 % year old mix who would be good with a family that has a yard. Further details can be found at www.waggintrails.org or www.topdogbarkery.net. Mayor Posey presented a proclamation to Jean Nagy of the Huntington Beach Tree Society to declare Arbor Day on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Ms. Nagy accepted the proclamation and explained that in California two Arbor Days are celebrated: National Arbor Day on the last Friday of Earth Week, and State Arbor Day in March. Ms. Nagy announced that students from Moffett Elementary School will plant trees at Drew Park on Wednesday, March 14, and Huntington Beach Central Library will have a showing on Saturday, February 24, at 4 p.m. of a new documentary about the trees and parks of Huntington Beach created by Huntington Beach resident Matt Hanlon. Mayor Posey called on Director of Public Works Travis Hopkins who presented the Mayor's Award to Transportation Manager Bob Stachelski. Mr. Stachelski began his employment with the City in 2000 as an Associate Traffic Engineer and was soon promoted to Transportation Manager. He is responsible to review larger development projects within the City, which involves coordinating with Development Services, Police, Fire and Public Works departments. He has also been working with Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) on the 405 Freeway improvement project. Mr. Stachelski and his staff have been instrumental in the receipt of over $15M in grants for street improvements and traffic safety within the City. Mayor Posey thanked him for the detailed information he provided for the decision of whether the City could save money by owning the street lights. Mr. Stachelski thanked his team, the staff of other City departments as well as Director Hopkins and his own family for their support. 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: Consent Calendar: Item No. 1— Communication received from City Clerk Robin Estanislau submitting a revision to the February 5, 2018, minutes regarding Councilmember Brenden's statements made under the Councilmember Comments section. Item No. 5 — Twenty (20) Email communications received from Richardson Gray (2) Gina J. Bruno Rob Pool Jason Ruhland Shaun Land Elizabeth Esparza Cathy Haro (2) Dave Mitchell David Cicerone Scott Sailers Althea Santucci Kirk J. Nason Stacy Brookhyser T. Pool Melissa Moe Kanoudi Chris and Suzanne Hart Ronald Higby Council Member Items: Item No. 9 — Email communications received from: Marquille Randall Dan Jamieson Laurence Elfenbein Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 4 of 15 PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 32 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/govemment/agendas. Gino J. Bruno, a long-time resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (00:41:21) Devin Dwyer, a resident of over 50 years and former City Councilmember, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (00:44:43) Sue Gordon, a 16-year resident, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (00:47:36) Omar Faria, resident of over 30 years, retired Lieutenant, Orange County Sheriffs Department, was called to speak and stated his opposition to Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (00:49:19) Tony Soriano, a resident for over 33 years, was called to speak and stated his support for Councilmember Item No. 9 regarding opposition to the Administration's plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline. (00:52:38) John Etheridge, a committed volunteer for nearly 15 years, was called to speak and stated his opposition to the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) campaign against Police Chief Handy, which in his opinion has done nothing more than divide the City under questionable statistics and underhanded tactics. (00:55:52) Martie Etheridge, mother of John Etheridge, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (00:58:51) Ron Sterud, Huntington Beach native whose family has lived here for over 100 years, and Huntington Beach City Council Candidate in 2018, was called to speak and in reference to Public Hearing Item No. 7 regarding the mixed -use Downtown development, stated his opposition to a decision that would increase the Downtown area parking issues, and that in his opinion developers should be required to accommodate all parking needs and affordable housing requirements rather than pay in lieu fees. Mr. Sterud also spoke in support of Police Chief Handy. (01:02:03) C. J. Ray, a life-long resident and Huntington Beach City Council Candidate in 2018, was called to speak and stated his opinion that Police Chief Handy's employment agreement should be postponed for 90 to 120 days and then re-evaluated to allow time to properly consider and implement the changes recommended in the recent study. (01:04:49) Patrick Kelly, Teamsters Local 952 member, was called to speak and stated his support for Councilmember Item No. 9 regarding opposition to the Administration's plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline. Mr. Kelly also stated his opinion that the message is disrespect to the rank and file staff if a five-year contract is approved for the Police Chief position. (01:08:20) Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 5 of 15 John Partington, a resident for over 33 years, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:11:37) Yasha Nikitin, Vice President, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), was called to speak and shared his opinion that it is unfortunate that immediately after the Management Partners report City Council is planning to approve an updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:14:20) Miguel Prieto, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) member, was called to speak and stated his opinion that the Management Partners report has put a spotlight on the gross mismanagement in the Police Department. He believes it is now time for the elected leaders to make policing and safety a priority. (01:17:04) Dave Humphreys, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) President, was called to speak and asked why there appears to be a rush to solidify the contract with the Police Chief under the current turmoil. Mr. Humphreys recommended a one-year contract extension which includes some benchmarks to evaluate performance and work towards returning to a healthy Huntington Beach Police Department. (01:19:58) Dennis Hashin, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) member, was called to speak and stated his opposition to Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:23:00) Amory Hanson, 2018 Candidate for City Council, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years, and opposition to Council Member Item No. 9, regarding the Administration's plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline. (01:25:50) Rosalind Price, lifetime resident, was called to speak and voiced her concerns about the rising number of homeless people in the community, including her personal experience of being accosted by a homeless individual, and asked that the City Council focus on restoring safety for the streets and parks of Huntington Beach. (01:28:03) Nancy Buchoz, resident of 40 years, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:31:15) Cari Swan was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years, and opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 7 related to the proposed mixed use development project in the Downtown area because in her opinion in lieu parking fees should not be allowed. (01:34:07) James Torres, resident for 25 years, was called to speak and stated his opinion that the police conflict must be mediated, and he has confidence in the Council members and staff to do just that. (01:37:07) Eva Weisz was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years, and opposition to Council Member Item No. 9, regarding opposition to the Administration's plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline. (01:40:47) Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 6 of 15 Margaret Etheridge-Ureno, a resident for over 13 years, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:43:32) Rob Pool, long-time Huntington Beach resident, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:45:09) Gloria Alvarez, resident of the Downtown area, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No, 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:47:31) Victor Valladares, Oak View ComLINIDAD, was called to speak and stated his support for Police Chief Handy, and questioned some of the information, that in his opinion is false, that is coming from the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA). (01:49:15) Josh Lowenthal, resident of the Harbour, was called to speak and stated his support for Council Member Item No. 9, regarding opposition to the Administration's plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline, and his support of the suggestion to consider an extension of the Police Chiefs Employment Agreement in order to allow time to find common ground. (01:52:21) Kathy Carrick, resident for 43 years, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (01:55:36) Richard Plummer, a 30+ year resident of Downtown, was called to speak and stated his opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 7 regarding the Downtown mixed use development project because in his opinion there is no direction to staff about alcohol licenses, and it is not appropriate to place a four-story building in the middle of a single -story residential neighborhood. (01:57:51) Bruce Wareh, resident for 28 years, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (02:01:05) John Earl was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (02:04:30) Peter Teichmann, Huntington Beach Police Officer for 12 years, was called to speak and stated his opposition to Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (02:05:59) Kim Kramer, Huntington Beach resident, was called to speak and stated his support for Consent Calendar Item No. 5, authorizing execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the position of Police Chief for five years. (02:07:02) COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES Mayor Pro Tem Peterson announced his appointment of Nancy Buchoz to the Citizen's Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB) to replace Mary Urashima who recently resigned. Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 7 of 15 Councilmember Hardy announced that she has not yet selected her appointee to the CIAB, and reported meeting with the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA). Councilmember Semeta reported attending the Historic Resources Board meeting as Council Liaison where the Board voted to support efforts to restore the historic Wintersburg site, and the Orange County Business Council installation of their new Board and Chairman. Councilmember O'Connell reported meeting with members of the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), attending the Orange County Business Council installation of their new Board, and observed the Federal Court proceedings against the County related to the issue of removing homeless individuals from the Santa Ana River Trail to prevent these individuals from being pushed into surrounding communities. Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the Association of California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) Metropolitan Water District — California Fix breakfast, the Orange County Business Council installation of their new Board, and the ACC-OC Homeless Partnership Dinner. Councilmember Brenden reported attending the Downtown Business Improvement District Board meeting, the ACC-OC Homeless Partnership Dinner, and stated he is pleased with the efforts that the County is making to deal with the issues related to the homeless. Mayor Posey reported meeting with members of the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), the Orange County Business Council installation of their new Board, an Orange County Sanitation District Administrative Committee meeting, and a Vector Control meeting where an individual shared their personal experience dealing with West Nile Virus. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT — None CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember O'Connell pulled Item No. 5 for further discussion. 1. Approved and adopted minutes A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated February 5, 2018, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The motion, as amended by Supplemental Communication, carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None 2. Received and filed the City Clerk's Quarterly listing of Contracts filed in the City Clerk's office between October 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017 A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to receive and file the "List of Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the Period of October 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017." The motion carried by the following vote Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 8 of 15 AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None 3. Approved and authorized execution of a five-year License Agreement with Southern California Edison (SCE) for the City's use of properties known as Langenbeck Park and Edison Community Park A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to approve the "License Agreement" effective 4/1/2018 with Southern California Edison for the use of 8.19 acres of property known as Langenbeck Park (Contract No. 9.5163), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute any and all documents necessary to conclude this transaction; and, approve the "License Agreement" effective 11/1/2018 with Southern California Edison for the use of 8.06 acres of property known as Edison Community Park (Contract 9.2193), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute any and all documents necessary to conclude this transaction. The motion carried by the following vote AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None 4. Approved and authorized extension of a Professional Services Contract with Carl Warren & Co. for an additional two years. A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to approve and authorize an extension of "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Carl Warren & Co. for Liability Claims Administration" for an additional two (2) years (two consecutive one-year renewals) pursuant to City Council action of March 6, 2017; and, delegate authority to the City Manager to execute any extensions thereto. The motion carried by the following vote AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None 5. Approved and authorized execution of the updated Employment Agreement for the Non - Represented Employee position of Police Chief for five -years through 2023 Councilmember O'Connell pulled this item to share that he will always put public service above politics, and to state for the record his opinions that the City has a real serious crime problem that demands the City Council's utmost attention right now, that last year's crime statistics are extremely troubling, and that more police officers are needed to patrol the streets. Councilmember Hardy shared that she has never stated her lack of support for the Chief, or for the Police Officers' Association, and in fact she supports both. She further added that in an ideal world this contract would have been discussed in private to iron out some of the details before ever reaching this stage of the process. Mayor Pro Tem Peterson stated his support for the police officers and his belief that the Chief supports the officers as demonstrated by several recent department improvements that the Chief lobbied for. He further stated his opinion that if there are problems within the Department, they are not the result of one Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 9 of 15 person because the Department operates under a Management Team. The Management Partners report presented a path to address the issues and this agenda item is in response to that report, including benchmarks. Councilmember Delgleize shared her experience that the HBPOA issues have been the same since she first met with them when she became a City Council Candidate in 2010. It is her opinion that Management Partners fairly called out the issues on both sides. She stated her support for the report's path to addressing the issues, a path that will take more than six (6) months or a year. She encouraged anyone who has a part in working for solutions to step up to the plan that has been provided and show support for the Chief and the Officers. Councilmember Semeta stated for the record that she and the Council have utmost respect for the rank and file as well as the Chief. She further shared her opinion that there is no need to take sides, and the issues have been made political by the HBPOA. It is her belief the officers need to know who their leader is going to be so they can put this distraction behind them and focus on working together. Councilmember Brenden stated that statistics are an interesting weapon as they can support a cause, but they don't always provide proper illumination. He further shared his opinions that collaboration and working together is always the best solution, and that Huntington Beach is a very safe city because of the great work of the officers. He encouraged the HBPOA to work in earnest with the Chief going forward. Councilmember O'Connell added that in his opinion the extra 101 violent crime victims probably do not think crime is down in Huntington Beach. Mayor Posey acknowledged the many passionate speakers, and in his opinion voicing support for one group does not necessarily mean there is no support for the other groups. He reported meeting repeatedly with the Chief, HBPD and HBPOA, including Management Partners to help define the middle ground for the scope of work. He also received a verbal commitment to work through the plan produced by the report. In his opinion, the real root of increased crime is the result of AB 109, Prop. 47 and Prop. 57 which, for one, have resulted in 50,000 formerly incarcerated prisoners now being on the street. Mayor Posey further stated that the City Council, the Chief, the Officers and the POA all have a vested interest in the success of the 16 point, five year plan to bring healing and reconciliation, and in his opinion this will require a contract extension. He also requested that the City Manager provide quarterly progress reports on the plan. A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to approve the updated "Employment Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Robert Handy" through 2023 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: O'Connell PUBLIC HEARING 6. Approved Request to Continue to a Date Uncertain — Conditional Use Permit No.13- 022/Coastal Development Permit No.13-014 for Rofael Marina and Caretaker Facility (Appeal of Planning Commission's Denial) — Continued from November 6, 2017 Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 10 of 15 A motion was made by Delgleize, second O'Connell to continue appeal of Conditional Use Permit No 13-022 and Coastal Development Permit No. 13-014 to a date uncertain at the applicant's request. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None 7. Approved Tentative Tract Map No. 18086, Conditional Use Permit No. 17-008, Coastal Development Permit No. 17-003, and Special Permit No. 17-001 (Main St. Mixed Use, location 414-424 Main St.) Appellant: Mayor Pro Tem Peterson Councilmember O'Connell recused himself due to financial interest in Legends Sports Bar which is within 500 feet of the subject location. Councilmember O'Connell also stated that he is still in discussions with the FPPC for clarification, and until a final answer is provided he will recuse himself, and left the dais. City Manager Fred Wilson introduced Associate Planner Joanna Cortez who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Main Street Mixed -Use - Appeal with slides entitled: Subject Property, Project Overview (2), Site Plan, Proposed Parking, Average Setback (2), PC Action and Appeal, Analysis (3), Elevations (2), Design Review/Subdivision Committee, and Recommendation. Mayor Posey Opened the Public Hearing for this item. Speakers — 7 City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced that a Supplemental Communication for this item was received: Email communication from Michael Heh. Peter Zehnder, Project Applicant, was called to speak and stated that unique architectural elements were incorporated into the project as key factors to create an iconic feature for this special location. This project includes twenty luxury, for -sale, individual homes. There have been community meetings to discuss neighbor concerns. Each previous project they have completed has enhanced its neighborhood, and Mr. Zehnder expressed pride and excitement at the opportunity to build in Downtown Huntington Beach. (03:01:31) Amory Hanson, a 2018 Candidate for City Council, was called to speak and shared his opposition to the Main Street Mixed Use project, unless a stipulation is included that will not allow an alcohol license on the property. He believes the retail space could be a good location for a municipal service of some kind. (03:07:43) Oscar Uranga, a resident, was called to speak and stated his support for the Main Street Mixed Use project. Mr. Uranga supports the project for the developer's architecture, a condominium plan that includes affordable housing units, and the additional street parking spaces where the City might want to consider adding meters. (03:10:20) Richard Plummer, Downtown resident for 30+ years, was called to speak and stated his opposition to the Main Street Mixed Use project based on the fact that there is not a stipulation against an alcohol license. Mr. Plummer expressed concern about the rear parking spaces which appear to not be regulated or limited. In his opinion, if at least two of the parking stalls are not limited to 30 minutes, the retail delivery trucks will have to park in the middle of the alley and impede access for the neighbors who also use that Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page it of 15 alley. He also suggested a license for police security cameras that can be placed on that corner with views in two directions. (03:13:34) John Scandura, Huntington Beach Planning Commission Chair, was called to speak and detailed specifics in the development plan that comply with the Downtown Specific Plan, and make the plan suitable for the type and density of development, to support the 5-2 Planning Commission vote of approval. The project does fall short of the code requirement for commercial uses by nine (9) spaces, and the Applicant intends to create nine (9) new angled parking spaces in front of the building on Main Street where only two (2) currently exist. The Applicant will pay in lieu fees for the on -site parking shortfall. The issue of an alcohol license is subject to a separate Conditional Use Permit process which includes full public review. In the opinion of the Planning Commission, this building will enhance the neighborhood, provide badly needed residential units and new business opportunities in Downtown. (03:16:56) Dain Court, owner of two homes directly behind this project, was called to speak and stated his support for the design of the building which he believes will enhance the neighborhood. Mr. Court's concern is the width of the alley behind this location and how a narrow alley will impact traffic flow and safety. He asked if project traffic could exit on Main Street, understanding that entering from Main Street is prohibited, to make for safer Lake Street traffic conditions. (03:20:03) Bruce Wareh, resident of 28 years who lives near this project, was called to speak and stated his opposition to the Main Street Mixed Use project based on the fact it will be the first four-story building on Main Street, and that it backs up to a single- or two-story residential neighborhood. In Mr. Wareh's opinion, tandem parking spaces do not work, and the project shows 18 tandem spaces. Also, currently there is no room for two-way traffic in the alley, and Mr. Wareh believes it must be designated for only one-way traffic, and project traffic should exit on Main Street. (03:22:56) Keith Bohr was called to speak and in response to expressed concerns, stated that at the community meetings the biggest concerns were the alley, traffic and a request for a market in the commercial space Mr. Bohr stated the alley will be 4 1/2 feet wide, plus the 3 foot setback, with the poles on the opposite side of the alley. He believes that project traffic will actually be minimal, and stated further there is no plan to bring a bar to the location, explaining any commercial endeavor will require a new Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process through the Planning Commission. Mr. Bohr expressed a willingness to support speed bumps and/or one-way traffic in the alley. (03:25:33) Councilmember Delgleize and Mr. Bohr discussed issues related to deliveries, and Mr. Bohr stated that because of the limited size of the commercial space, large semi trucks would not be required and the delivery bay on the property would prevent delivery trucks from blocking traffic. Councilmember Delgleize and Mr. Bohr also discussed how utility poles present on the opposite side of the alley are not controlled by the project, how the project contains three Association agreements (residential, retail and master), and how privacy issues related to the rear of the project are being addressed for the affected neighboring residents. Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for the project, and her opinion that it will bring new homeowners to the Downtown. There being no more public speakers, Mayor Posey closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Pro Tern Peterson stated his opposition to the project as presented because of lack of adequate parking. Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 12 of 15 Councilmember Brenden asked, and Applicant Zehnder confirmed, that the area proposed for delivery vehicles will be designated for deliveries and trash collection only. Other parking spaces will be exclusive for residents, guests and retail owners/employees. Applicant Zehnder also stated that the secure (gated) underground parking will be for residents only, and the intended demographic for home ownership will be people who are attracted to the ability to walk to conveniently located services and are not commuter, multiple car owners. Councilmember Brenden stated that in reality, each year there are approximately 30 days where Downtown parking is completely utilized. Staff confirmed that in lieu parking fees can be used for shuttle service, which Councilmember Brenden feels is the best way to address the parking needs on the impacted days. Councilmember Brenden and Public Works Director Hopkins discussed that it would be possible to make the alley one-way traffic and add speed bumps if traffic issues occur as a result from the project. Director Hopkins also stated that current pinch points in the alley are at historical properties that have not provided ultimate alley dedication. Councilmember Brenden expressed appreciation for the Planning Commission and Community Development staff for their excellent service to ensure compliance for this project. Councilmember Hardy and staff discussed issues related to the alcohol permit process. Councilmember Hardy and Chief Handy discussed the issue of police cameras on private property in Downtown which requires a signed agreement, and Applicant Zehnder confirmed they are interested in making the property as secure as possible. Councilmember Hardy stated her opposition to the Downtown Specific Plan, and for this project, is based on the impact to parking, and the fact that there is no space in that area to appropriately use in lieu parking fees. Councilmember Semeta and Applicant Zehnder discussed the positive points of the project, and in Councilmember Semeta's opinion, the one negative point which is parking. Applicant Zehnder stated that providing more parking would mean eliminating the mixed use component for this project, and the Specific Plan requires mixed use. Mayor Posey stated that he lives on Main Street and moved there specifically for the pedestrian lifestyle. He further stated that in his opinion, the project meets all of the Specific Plan requirements and therefore has his full support. Councilmember Brenden confirmed with staff that if a tie vote occurs, the Planning Commission approval is upheld. A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to find the proposed project is covered by Downtown Specific Plan Final Environmental Impact Report No. 08-01, which was adopted by the City of Huntington Beach on January 19, 2010. The proposed project is subject to compliance with the adopted mitigation measures contained in the Final Environmental Impact Report No. 08-01; and, approve Tentative Tract Map No. 18086, Conditional Use Permit No. 17-008, Coastal Development Permit No. 17-003, and Special Permit No. 17-001 with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Without a majority in favor of the request, the Planning Commission approval is upheld Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 13 of 15 AYES: Posey, Delgleize, and Brenden NOES: Semeta, Peterson, and Hardy RECUSE: O'Connell ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION 8. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4154 amending Chapter 2.70 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to Openness in Labor Negotiations City Attorney Michael Gates introduced this item as changes that reflect the negotiations occurring between Council and bargaining units over disputes regarding some of the terms in the Openness Ordinance, and also reflects modifications based on recent Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Board decisions. For the record, City Attorney Gates stated that the PERS Board issues related to both litigation and grievances (some challenged), and the negotiations with Council, were conducted in Closed Session. A motion was made by Posey, second O'Connell to, after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4154, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 2.70 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Openness in Labor Negotiations." The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS 9. Item Submitted by Councilmember O'Connell Approved as Amended — Request staff return with a resolution in opposition to the Trump Administration's Plan to lift the ban on offshore oil drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline Councilmember O'Connell provided his opinion that the request is simple in that members of the Council are either for or against offshore drilling. Councilmember Hardy stated her support of the public speaker who stated this item should be about offshore drilling and not become politicized. History shows us the effects of oil spills are real and the damage is not necessarily contained to just the local area. She supports the effort to ban offshore drilling along the California coast. Councilmember Delgleize suggested that this is an item for the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC) to address. Councilmembers Hardy and O'Connell discussed there is an IRC emergency procedure for time - sensitive issues that allows for action on behalf of the Council. Councilmember Hardy added that whatever the IRC's recommendation is, there should be full Council follow-up to verify any emergency decision. A motion was made by Delgleize, second Hardy to as amended, refer plan to lift the ban on offshore drilling along the Huntington Beach coastline to the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC). Council/PFA Regular Minutes February 20, 2018 Page 14 of 15 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden NOES: None COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Mayor Pro Tern Peterson reported speaking at a Community News Night at Kathy May's Lakeview Cafe to provide an update on the City of Huntington Beach, and he confirmed that the Community Playhouse at the Library has not been closed, but there is a new Director. Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the Illumination Foundation presentation on homelessness, the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect Breakfast, the wine tasting event to benefit the Wayfinders Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, and the Strategic Planning Retreat. Councilmember Semeta reported attending the Town Hall Meeting where Mayor Posey provided a Housing Update, the business visit to Lanic Aerospace, and the Virtual Reality Tour of the 414 Main Street Mixed Use project. Councilmember Brenden reported participating in the business visit to Lanic Aerospace, the Virtual Reality Tour of 414 Main Street Mixed Use project, and requested this meeting be adjourned in memory of Greg Griffin, a retired engineer from Boeing who was very active with the Bolsa Chica Conservancy. Councilmember Hardy announced Marina High School's annual musical, "Legally Blonde" on March 1" and 2nd at 7 p.m., and March 3`d at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the auditorium at Huntington Beach High School. Ticket sales provide the income to continue school art programs. Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the Association of California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) Homeless Partnership Dinner where it was announced that 50 Legacy Families will be donating $2M each to kick off Homeless Solutions in Orange County. She requested this meeting be adjourned in memory of the staff and students killed in the recent Parkland, Florida mass shooting. Mayor Posey reported delivering the State of the City address at the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect Breakfast, thanking Councilmember O'Connell for his questions at that event, the wine tasting to benefit the Wayfinders Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, the Town Hall Meeting where he presented a team of experts who provided a Housing Update to show what Sacramento is doing to remove local control, and announced the next Town Hall in Council Chambers on April 14d' to discuss crime and the impact of AB 109 and Propositions 47 and 57. March 3`d is the 9 a.m. "Meet the Mayor for Coffee" event at Chick-fil-A on Beach Boulevard. ADJOURNMENT in Memory of Greg Griffin, and the staff and students who lost their lives in the recent mass shooting in Parkland, Florida —10:02 PM. The City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting scheduled Monday, March 05, 2018, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is Monday, March 19, 2018, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. Council/PFA Regular Minutes ATTEST: kwj" City Clerk -Secretary February 20, 2018 Page 15 of 15 41kl �� �&4Il" City Clerk and 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 Rif I Aj- ayo - I air