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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
C COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON REACH 6PVA
To HONORABLE MAYOR AND From CITY ADMINISTRATOR
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Subject Visual Aid - Library Date March 14 , 1974
(Agenda Item M- 2)
Walter Johnson has informed me that the Consultant for the
Audio Visual needs for the new library has submitted plans
and specifications ready for bid for the audio visual needs .
In that these plans must be intermeshed with the construction
program, there is an urgency for their inclusion.
It is requested that $120 , 000 that is currently unencumbered
in the Fifth Entitlement Period under Revenue Sharing be
earmarked for this purpose .
In that these funds will not be available until July, it is
requested that money allocated for book purchases be used
in the interim.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that $120 , 000 that is currently unencumbered
in the Fifth Entitlement Period under Revenue Sharing be
earmarked for the audio visual needs for the new library.
Respectfully submitted,
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David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CA 74- 15
HCITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH �(
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To HONORABLE MAYOR AND From CITY ADMINISTRATOR
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Subject Urban D Funds - Pacific Coast Date March 14 , 1974
Highway (Agenda Item M-3)
The Federal Government has allocated to the State of California
22 million dollars for use by the cities and counties to be
spent on select system streets . Time is of the essence since ,
to qualify for the funds , a project must be advertised prior to
July 1 , 1974 .
Mr . Hartge has been directed to proceed immediately with plans
for the improvement of the Pacific Coast Highway from Warner
to the Santa Ana River . The improvement would consist of
widening , including curb and gutter, street lighting, a land-
scaped median, and the inclusion of bike trails if at all
possible . A quick estimate indicates that the cost would be
between one and two million dollars . Urban Funds would provide
830 of the cost with the balance to be paid by local Gas Tax
funds . Due to the time limitation it is not feasible for the
City Staff to do the engineering work.
RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the City to hire an engineering firm to prepare plans
and specifications for this project.
Respectfully submitted, /^J
David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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CA 73-136
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To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL Date December 31 , 1973
The Coordinating Council is proposing a City Festival with a much
broader scope and theme this year. It will. include the possibility
of a carnival for the children and tents and booths for the organi-
zations who are members of the Coordinating, Council .
A renaissance-medieval theme has been established to enhance the
cultural .aspect. . Several community and student groups are planning
special programs along with our own Community Concert Band.
The dates have been established as Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
April 26 , 27 and 28 , 1974 .
With the addition of the carnival , a small profit may be involved.
The amount the City would be indebted, if there were no profit , would
be no greater than $2 , 000 or $3 , 000 .
The site will probably be at one of the local high schools , affording
more space for parking and easier access .
The Chamber of Commerce has shown interest in the Festival as an
opportunity to support cultural and civic activities in Huntington
Beach .
RECOMMENDATION :
If the City Council agrees with this City-ride Festival concept , the
following action is recommended:
(1) The City-wide Festival should be endorsed by the City
(2) The Coordinating Council should be encouraged to proceed with its
plans .
(3) The City Council should issue a proclamation supporting the
Festival .
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
`• 11 City Administrator
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RESOLUTION N0. 39'
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPROVING CO-SPONSORSHIP
BY THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH COORDINATING COUNCIL OF THE
FIFTH ANNUAL CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL.
WHEREAS, the city ' s Coordinating Council has for the past
four years .sponsored the annual city-wide festival and is proposing
that the fifth annual CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL , to be held in the spring
of 1974 , be co-sponsored by the city of Huntington Beach and the
Coordinating Council; and
WHEREAS , the annual CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL is designed to pro-
mote the distribution and dissemination of information by the
organizational members of the Coordinating Council and others of
the activities and services rendered by such organizations to
members of the public and to permit members of the public to learn of
the activities and services being offered by the organizational
members of the Coordinating Council; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinating Council is proposing that the fifth
annual CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL have a much broader scope and theme
than in prior oyears ; it will include the possibility of a carnival
for the children and tents and booths for the organizations who
are members of the Coordinating Council and others ; and
WHEREAS , a renaissance-medieval theme has been established
to enhance the cultural aspects of the festival and several
community and student groups are planning special programs along
with the c3_ty ' s community concert band; and
WHEREAS , the tentative dates for the fifth annual CITY-WIDE
FESTIVAL have been established as Friday, Saturday and Sunday ,
April 26 , 27 and 28 , 1974 , and that the site .may be at Murdy
Park as in prior years or some other suitable site affording
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more space for parking and easier access ; and
�. WHEREAS, with the addition of the carnival it is hoped that
all expenses of the CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL may be covered; however,
the amount the city would be indebted if there were no profit
would be no greater than Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000) ; and
WHEREAS , the Chamber of Commerce of Huntington Beach has
shown great interest in the fifth CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL as an oppor-
tunity to support cultural and civic activities in Huntington Beach ;
and
WHEREAS , the City Council of the city of Huntington Beach
endorses and supports the aims , objectives and purposes of the
Huntington Beach Coordinating Council and desires to join in co-
sponsoring the fifth annual CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL and encourages the
Coordinating Council to proceed with its plans ,
NOW; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
city of Huntington Beach endorses the concept of the fifth annual
CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL and joins with the Coordinating Council in co-
sponsoring the fifth annual CITY-WIDE FESTIVAL and , further
authorizes the expenditure of a sum not to exceed Three Thousand
Dollars ($3,000) in support of said project to be disbursed at the
discretion of the City Administrator.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the city of Huntington
Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the 7th day of January ,
1974 .
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Clerk City Attorney
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73- 79
HUNTINGTON REACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL Date June 29 , 1973
PROTECTION AGENCY PROPOSAL
ON HUNTINGTON BEACH
The following report is in response to a motion from the City
Council on June 18 , 1973 directing the City Administrator to
analyze the effects of the Environmental Protection Agency' s
proposal for a transportation control strategy for the South
Coast Air Basin.
The E. P.A. 's proposal (June 11 , 1973) of a transportation control
plan for the South Coast Basin has two areas of concern far the
City of Huntington Beach, bus and car pool lanes , and reduction
in parking spaces .
1 . E . P.A. Proposal - If a street or highway has three traffic
lanes in one direction, at least one of these lanes must be
open only to buses (or buses and car pools) from 6 : 30 AM to
9 : 30 AM and 3 : 30 PM to 6 : 30 PM.
There are two streets in our city affected by the proposed
law : Beach Boulevard from Pacific Coast Highway to Edinger,
and Bolsa from Edwards to Bolsa Chica.
During the peak hours , vehicle counts are approximately 2 ,100
cars each direction on Beach Boulevard. Since the E .P.A.
proposal would reduce by one-third the number of regular lanes
on Beach during the previously mentioned time periods , twenty
buses southbound and twenty buses northbound per hour would
be required. This would replace 700 cars (i .e . , one-third of
2 ) 100) if all cars had only one driver. However, the State
Division of Highways reports many of the cars contain five or
more people. Thus , a total of forty buses per hour could not
possibly relieve Beach Boulevard of one-third of its auto-
mobile traffic. There does not exist in Orange County the
number of buses necessary to fulfill the need which would be
created by the E .P.A. proposal .
If all cars eligible to travel on Beach Boulevard's bus and
car pool lane did so (a car pool is any car containing three
or more persons) the other two lanes would become considerably
• faster than the bus and car pool lane, thus defeating any
advantage to traveling on that lane .
The people leaving Huntington Beach on Beach Boulevard are
going in such diverse directions that there is a reasonable
doubt that buses could adequately serve their needs .
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• Since much of Bolsa Avenue traffic is moving to McDonnell-
Douglas , compliance with the E . P .A. proposal may be feasible
• on Bolsa Avenue . However, traffic coming into McDonnell-
Douglas is from diverse areas and would, therefore , necessitate
a more comprehensive transportation plan than just the intro-
duction of bus and car pool lanes .
2 . E . P.A. Proposal - Each such owner or operator of any off-street
parking-- -facility shall reduce the number of parking spaces in
each such facility according to the following schedule :
By 1- 31- 74 - a reduction of 5%
By 7- 31- 74 - a reduction of 10%
By 12-31- 74 - a reduction of 15%
By 4- 30- 75 - a reduction of 20%
a. Based on the revised estimates for FY 1974 through FY 1979 ,
the City will suffer the following revenue losses on the
Parking Authority per E . P .A. proposal .
Revenue Loss Percentage
FY 1974 5 , 820 2 . 0
FY 1975 34 ,975 11 . 5
• FY 1976 64 ,000 20 . 0
FY 1977 68 . 000 20 .0
FY 1978 72 , 000 20 .0
FY 1979 77 ,000 20 . 0
TOTAL FOR 6 YEARS $321 , 795
b . Based on the proposal put forth by E .P .A. , the net effect
on the number of parking spaces in the City' s Parking
Authority area would be as follows :
Present number of spaces 23,190
By January 31 , 1974 23,080
By July 31 , 1974 1 ,971
By December 31 , 1974 13, 861
By April 30 , 1975 1 , 752
The above total represents a cumulative loss of 20% or
438 parking spaces . As a result of this loss , increased
parking in metered areas along Pacific Coast Highway
could be expected to take place during non-peak times .
During peak times when both the Parking Authority spaces
• and metered areas are saturated, it is logical to assume
that Lake Street parking (unmetered) would extend farther
north from the beach area as well as an increase of parking
in unmetered parking areas to the north and inland of the
• Parking Authority area, say from loth and 23rd between
Walnut and Pecan. Thus , parking for each area would
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increasingly be competing with necessary on-street
parking spaces used for developing residential areas .
Conclusions
1 . The proposal does not appear to have a positive affect on
traffic conditions . In fact , the proposal may have a
negative affect .
2 . Even if the bus and car pool lanes could alleviate traffic
congestion in Huntington Beach , the hours set forth in the
proposal (6 : 30 AM to 9 : 30 AM) would not help beach traffic
congestion in the morning.
3. The reduction of present parking facilities and the ban on
the construction of new parking facilities will cost the
City at least $321 , 795 in potential revenues in the next six
,Years . The possible affects on present and future downtown
merchants is not immediately foreseeable . However, more and
more residents in the downtown area could expect competition
from beach-goers for parking space .
' Respectfully submitted,
David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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TABLE I
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STREET VOLUME ZOF TOTAL VOLUME 7 OF TOTAL C VOLUME
CHANGE
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B" 4662 3Z.7 5200 26.0 f //. 5
GRANADA 3299 Z3.Z 642Z 32. 1 ♦- 94. 7
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6173 3/5 1 350 300 360 345 260 240 2392 342
///72 505 475 460 /95 435 2/0 195 2557 365
6173 /050 9/5 /030 /0/0 /335 7/0 620 5997 857
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SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
(10 . I 1973 DAMES CARVELL
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KENNETH MEBERG
OCEAN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
7972 WARNER AVENUE, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92647 714-847-2551
June 14, 1973
The Honorable Jerry Matney
Mayor of the City of Huntington Beach
Post Office Box 190
Huntington Beach, Calif. 92646
Dear Mayor Matney:
It is the intention of the Ocean View School District to sell 15.076 acres
of property located west of Beach Boulevard and north of Taylor Avenue,
known as School Site #10 , Project #19/64327. The district has determined
that the school site will not be needed and that currently built schools can
accommodate the enrollment that would come from that general area. The
decision was reached after a study of existing and projected housing in
that area and the fact that the land surrounding the school site is zoned M-1 .
It is highly important that the district receive a guarantee that the school
site will be zoned, prior to the sale, for recreational use or for commercial ,
industrial or manufacturing uses , and that the surrounding property now
zoned M-1 will remain the same. The district wishes to make certain that
it will not sell a school site and find that rezoning had resulted in residen-
tial building which might create a need for a school in the future.
Please inform me at your earliest convenience if you are willing to guarantee
that the school site will be zoned for recreational use, or for commercial,
industrial or manufacturing uses, and that the property surrounding the school
site, now zoned M-1 , will remain unchanged.
Your cooperation is sincerely appreciated.
Very truly yours,
James R. Carvell
Superintendent of Schools
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June 20, 1973
Mr. James R. Carvell
Superintendent of Schools
Ocean View School District
7972 Warner Avenue
Huntington Beach, California 92647
Re: School Site No . 10
Dear Mr. Carvell:
The Huntington Beach Planning Commission, at a regular
meeting held June 19, 1973, directed the staff to
initiate a zone change to Ml, Light Industrial District,
on 15 .076 acres of property located west of Beach Blvd .
and north of Taylor Avenue, known as School Site No . 10.
You will receive legal notice of the proposed zone change
informing you of the date of the public hearing as soon
as it has been scheduled .
Yours very truly,
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James Palin
Senior Planner
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CC: F. G. Belsito
THAT THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR BE INSTRUCTED TO
PREPARE A REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE EFFECTS
OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PROPOSAL FOR
A TRANSPORTATION CONTROL STRATEGY FOR THE SOUTH COAST
AIR BASIN. THIS REPORT TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE FIRST
COUNCIL MEETING OF .JULY, AND IS TO INCLUDE THE EFFECTS
OF EXCLUSIVE BUS AND CARPOOL LANES ON BEACH BOULEVARD
WITHIN THE CITY, ON THE MOVEMENT OF TRAFFIC, AND THE
POSSIBLE EFFECT OF PARKING FACILITY RESTRICTIONS ON
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- ? COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-AO
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject PROGRESS REPORT - Date July 12 , 1973
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
1. Study Session - An adjourned meeting of the City Council
as been scheduled for 5 :'30 p.m. on Monday, July 16 , in
the Administrative Annex. There are several matters
which should be discussed with the City Council at that
time.
2 . Terry vs City of Huntington Beach - At the special meeting
of the City Council heldri ay, July 6, Mr. Robert Terry
appeared before the City Council and indicated that he was
in accord with the proposed agreement between Mr. Terry
and his associates and the City regarding the downtown
lawsuit. You will recall that there were a number of
provisions which were to be carried out by the City and
Terry and associates during the coming months while the
lawsuit was placed in a "moratorium" status . On Monday
and Tuesday Martha Holt and Bob Terry conferred with
their attorney Mr. Guy,who again made several minor
changes in the agreement. Hopefully, some of these dif-
ferences can. be resolved so that the slightly amended
agreement can be discussed with ,the City Council next
Monday. }
3. Ashby Request - Mr. Ashby who is interested in developing
the area near Warner and Los Patos indicated that he would
like to purchase the small triangular lot now owned by. the
City in return for his paving Los Patos which is in a
deplorable condition. As you will recall , City Council
members agreed not to bring this matter up on July 16 , but
it was also the consensus that the water tower and well
should remain at this site for many years to come which
would help preserve the open space program in this location.
4. Humboldt Bay Aeration Project - Under separate cover you
were sent a copy of the Humboldt Aeration Project which
was completed by the Harbors , Beaches and Development
Department in conjunction with the University of Irvine
School of Engineering. This report is self-explanatory.
CA 73-R Page 2
July 13, 1973
5. Affirmative Action Program - Attached for your consideration
is a copy of a report su mitted to the U. S. Department of
Labors Manpower Administration regarding the state of
personnel systems in the City of Huntington Beach. You
will note that the report indicates that the City is in
substantial compliance with the guidelines .
6 . County Parcels - Mini-Parks - Attached is an article which
appeared recently—in the dos Angeles Times concerning action
taken by the Orange County Board of Supervisors regarding
the disposition of surplus County parcels . Supervisor
Baker- had mentioned this possible procedure to City officials
prior to the adoption by the Board of Supervisors .
7. "Hot Pursuit" - About a month ago Councilman Green discussed
the su j ect` of "hot pursuit" by Police cars . On minor
traffic violations , our patrolmen have been instructed not
to take unnecessary chances in continuing a pursuit. Of
course, with our helicopter patrol , this enables our per-
sonnel to deploy themselves more strategically when drivers
are substantially exceeding the speed limits or where drunk
driving may be creating a hazardous condition. It is the
policy of the department to use good judgment in trying to
apprehend dangerous drivers :
8. Command and Control Dedication - The Command and Control
System will be dedicated on Tuesday, July 17 , at 10 : 00 a.m.
in the Council Chamber. It will be followed by lunch at
the Huntington Seacliff which will be hosted by Motorola.
9 . Appeal Procedures - Attached is a communication from the
Planning Commission regarding Ordinance No. 1865 (Item J 2-a)
concerning appeal procedures . The Planning Commission re-
viewed this matter at its July 10 meeting and felt that
the City Council should have the benefit of their discussion
prior to enacting such an ordinance .
10 . Intersociety Conference on Environmental Systems - Attached
or members of the City Council are copies of t e Agenda
of the Intersociety Conference on Environmental Systems to
be held in San Diego on July 16-19 , 1973 . Environmental
Engineer Jerry Jackson will be making a presentation on the .
Coastline Environmental Study.
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July 13 , 1973
11 . Charter Revision Committee - The County has adopted a
resolution requiring Orange County cities to present
resolutions for consolidation 90 days prior to the
election. Therefore, the final date for resolutions
to go to the County would be August 8 , 1973.
The Charter Revision Committee 's next meeting is scheduled
for July 19 , and on August 6 , a resolution calling for a
special election, a resolution requesting consolidation
with the County and a resolution designating persons to
present arguments will be presented to City Council. The
City Attorney will have the necessary resolutions prepared—
for the August 6 City Council meeting.
12 . Exemption Declaration 73-125 - Zone Case 73-13 - Item G lf. l
The attached items concerning Item G-lf. l were not inclu e
in your agenda packages. Please insert them in your Council
book. .
13. Equestrian Trails Report and Ordinance The City Attorney' s
office has not yet completed t e Equestrian Trails Report
and Ordinance. It is hoped, however, that this.. will be
ready for the August 6 meeting.
14_. .- Status of Ordinance Concerning Bicycle Lanes and Regulations
_. At the July 2 , 19.73 me.e-tang. t e City- Council directed an
- --ordinance or resolution be- prepared. e-stab.lishing bicycle
lanes and regulations . . There is confusion as to the t-ype
of plan which must be adopted to implement this ordinance.
- Ve are presently invest°igating this- and_ will have an-
ordinance prepare.d7-for. the- August 6 meeting. For your
information. I have attached a Recreational Trails Phase I- -
Status Report.
15. Recreational Vehicle Violations - A problem exists in the
City concerning enforcement of recreational vehicles parking
on streets . The City Attorney informs me that the Vehicle
Code Section 22507 requires signs be posted on public streets
enforcing any parking limitations .
It is my recommendation that this matter be taken up by the
Chief of Police and City Attorney with the Orange County
Judges at their monthly Police-Judges luncheon to ascertain,
if possible , whether signs at the entrances to the City would
serve as adequate notice .
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
DDR/bjs City Administrator
Attachments
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 73- AN
c+1 COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject PROGRESS REPORT Date June 29 , 1973
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
1) Council Meeting - On Monday, July 2, at 5: 00 p.m. there
will e a regular adjourned meeting in the Administrative
Annex. In addition, interviews are scheduled for the
Design Review Board vacancy: Jack King at 5:15 ; Bob Bacon
at 5 : 30 ; and Peter Outcault at 5: 45 p.m.
2) Conferences - The National League of Cities annual. conference
is scwheduled for San Juan, Puerto Rico, from December 2 to
6 , 1073. The League of California Cities annual conference
is scheduled for San Francisco from October 21-24. Please
make your reservations with Beverly or Ellie as soon as
possible so that proper hotel accommodations can be secured.
3) Fourth of July Program . - Remember, the parade starts this
year a a.m. rather than 1100 a.m. The Mayor' s
Reception will. e held at the Sheraton Beach Inn following
the parade. and it is my hope that all City Council members
can hear the outstanding Huntington Beach Municipal Concert
Band at Lake Park at 3:00 p.m. The fireworks from the
Municipal Pier will be held at 8 :45 p.m. You are also re-
minded that the Civic Center parking lot will be reserved
for Council Members and other VIP's during the entire day
and Will , of course, also be available in the evening.
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4) Beach Litigation - There is good news to report! Assemblyman
Burke called me this morning from .Sacramento. and advised the
City that the budget bil.1 had been approved which included
the $8. 1 million to acquire ,the Huntington Pacific beach
property. This action is the culmination of months of
meetings , negotiations aiid ,cooperation among a lot of dif-
ferent individuals and agencies. Personally, I am most
pleased that the City Council supported the recommendations
made by the City Administrator concerning the course of actiun
which should be followed since our previous position, in my
opinion, was untenable and has resulted in the loss of revenue
to the City during the past two to three years. On the other
hand, this is a case which, I believe, should have been under-
taken by the State of California rather than the City of
Huntington Beach in the first instance. Nevertheless , now
that the matter is resolved, the people of the State of
California will have another 2. 5 miles of public beach which
will be owned and controlled by the State for all future years.
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Assemblyman Burke also indicated that a bill had been
introduced to appropriate $2 ,400 ,000 for the improvement
of the Bolsa Chica State Park. In this connection, you
will be interested to know that Mr. Bill Mott, who
met with the Mayor, Council Members and staff members in
Sacramento during the recent legislative conference , does
want to have input from the City of Huntington Beach re-
garding the improvements to be undertaken in the Bolsa
Chica State Park. Members of the Advisory Committee will
be meeting with Mr. Mott in this connection on July 6.
5) Licensing Cats - Councilman Coen wanted the members of the
City Council to read the attached newspaper clipping con-
cerning the introduction of a cat licensing ordinance in
the City of Fremont. Looking at the local situation, it
appears that almost 2/3 of the animals impounded by the
California Animal Control , Inc. (CAC) were represented by
cats. During the month of May,190 cats were impounded and
just 316 dogs„ A lot of man hours are spent in picking up
cats and there is still considerable merit in licensing cats
from the standpoint of the actual costs involved in con-
trolling the cat problem in the City of Huntington Beach.
6) Meadowlark Golf Course - I am dictating this memorandum
before our ina ri ay. afternoon .meeting with Mr
Burns and David Price of California Golf. believeI
have talked with all members of the City Council concerning
the California Golf proposals indicated by Plan I and Plan II
attached. It was generally the consensus of the Council
mbers that . Plan I was preferable since there was assurance
that the $150 ,0.00 would be guaranteed. We hope to negotiate
a letter of understanding with California Golf to the effect
that possibly after a five year period, a change in plans
could be effected. This tatter should be discussed in
executive session next Monday at 5 : 00 p.m.
Meetings have also been held with Supervisor Baker and
Planning .Director Forest Dickason regarding possible County
participation in the acquisition of the golf course and
eucalyptus grove . It would be very helpful to the City if
the County could contribute $500, 000 to $600 ,000 in open
space money to help put the package together on a sound
financial basis .
After the Friday afternoon meeting, I hope to add an addendum
to this particular point. (California Golf has agreed to comply
with the City's recommendations. A letter of intent or agree-
ment , properly signed, will be available at the 5 : 06 p .m.
meeting on Monday.) -added.
June 29, 073 • CA 73-AN
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7) Downtown Litigation - Terry vs . City of Huntington Beach
During this past week I have had several meetings with
Bob Terry and Martha Holt and have had conversations with
Mr. Carlson of VTN. The attached letter to Mr. Terry,
dated June 26, 1973A,includes several minor changes from
the original draft but reflects the thinking of both the
city staff and the opposition, including Attorney Guy.
In my opinion, it is essential that the lawsuit be dismissed
or at least be placed in abeyance while a constructive
program for redevelopment occurs in downtown Huntington
Beach. The situation which I am recommending to the City
Council is quite comparable to the beach litigation which
has now been successfully resolved. Like. anything else
in life, some calculated risks are involved. The City is
indicating that it will provide parking where necessary and
will also undertake the construction of a convention center.
Nevertheless , none of these will occur unless VTN develops
a plan that is both viable. and financially feasible. This
proposal will be discussed in detail at the study session
on Monday evening.
8) Bureau of Outdoor Recreation-Golf Courses - Councilwoman
Gibbs Asked me to investigate the poss1 lity of securing
Federal funds for golf course acquisition inasmuch as the
United States Department of Interior does allow an individual
state to determine the policy within its own state boundaries.
Although Federal policy would permit funds to be used for
the, development and acquisition of golf courses , the State
of California does not choose to follow this procedure The
rationale given by the California State Department of Parks
and Recreation is that golf courses do not provide recreation
to a sufficiently large cross section of the general populace.
Although this position is certainly debatable , it does pre-
clude our receiving State funds for this purpose.
9) Charter Revision Committee - Attached'- is a letter which Mayor
atney presented to theTF4rter Revision Committee at the
meeting held Thursday evening, June 28. In addition, there
is also attached the letter which was transmitted to the
Charter Revision Committee about a month ago containing the
signatures of Alicia Wentworth, Don Bonfa, Warren Hall ,
Mayor Matney, and City Administrator Rowlands. These are
self-explanatory. As a result of last night' s meeting , the
Charter Revision Committee has requested the Personnel
Board to develop position specifications for each of the
three positions.
June 29, 073 • CA 73-AN
Page 4
10) Equestrian Trails Report and Ordinance - The City Attorney's
office has been unable to prepare t e orse licensing
ordinance by the July 2 meeting. It is hoped to have this
ready for presentation to the City Council by July 16.
11) Hartlund Street Eucalyptus Trees - There has been a
neigHborhood quarrel on art un Street concerning whether
or not some of the eucalyptus trees should be destroyed
or should remain at the rear of the property. Recently
the Planning Commission modified its condition of approval
on Tract 7771 and has now given the developer the option
to remove those eucalyptus trees which are diseased or
dead. In addition, Classic Development, the developer of
the homes on the street, has agreed to grade the property
at the rear of the homes on Hartlund Street after the
trees have been removed. When these details are all worked
out, the fence will be required for the tract.
12) Miscellaneous - There are three miscellaneous items which
thought you would be interested in receiving--a letter
from Jack Bacon to Mayor Matney; a letter of appreciation
from Supervisor David -L. Baker; and a copy of a Pilot editorial
concerning the downzoning in so=called ocean-oriented dis
tricts.. . Attached is CA 73-79 regarding Effects of EPA proposal
on Huntington Beach.
1 ) Terry Letter - Also attached is a letter from Mr. Robert
C. Terry which indicates that Mrs. Holt , VTN and Terry are
in complete accord with the letter of June 26 (attached) .
You should also note, in addition, that their attorney, Mr.
Guy, has also expressed his approval of the proposed pro-
visions in the letter. 1
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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�• COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73- 76
HUNTINGTON BEACH
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To Honorable Mayor and From City Administra �
City Council Members
Subject OCEAN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT Date June 27 4i'3 ��'
LETTER - JUNE 14 , 1973
TAYLOR AVENUE SCHOOL SIT 0 E N 10
With reference to the attached letter from James R. Carvell ,
Superintendent of Schools of the Ocean View School District ,
I would like to state that the only way the -City :.can, guarantee
that the school site in question will be zoned for recreational ,
commercial or industrial use is by initiating a zone change .
The Planning Commission considered this matter at their June 19th
meeting and agreed to initiate the zone change to rezone the
school site and park site M-1 . The property to the north and
west of the school site is presently zoned industrial . A map
delineating the zoning of the surrounding property is enclosed
for your review. The Planning Department has advised the School
District of this action (see attachment) .
It would be my recommendation that no further action be taken
as the report from the Planning Department clearly states the
action to be taken by the City.
Respectfully submitted,
<". 0 . 6f _
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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• i PLAN I
CALIFORNIA GOLF
19400 Mt. View Avenue
Yorha Linda, Ca 92686
June 14 , 1973
Mr. David Rowlands
City Administrator-Huntington Beach
P. 0. Box 190
Huntington Beach, ca 92648
Dear Mr. Rowlands :
This letter is to confirm our :interest in the Meadowlark golfing facility
located in your City of Huntington Beach. We would also like to restate
in- writing, that we would be willing to support up to $150 ,000 of rent or
debt services on an annual basis for the right to operate the entire golf-
ing facility. This $1SO , 000 . per year constitutes a minimum rental as .
opposed to 10% of green fees , driving range and cart rentals and S% of the
restaurant, bar and' pro shops ; whichever sum would be greater. When re-
ferring to percentages , it is understood that we are referring to the
gross revenue .
After five years the above mentioned percentages would increase to 1P1%
of the green fees ; driving , range and rentals and 6% of the restaurant,
bar and pro shops. After ten years of .operation, the percentages would
increase to 7% of the restaurant, bar and pro shops . After fifteen years
the percentages would .be . 8% of the restaurant, bar and pro shops .
It is an absolute necessity in order to have the finest public golfing
facility, that certain major as well as minor capital improvements be
made as quickly as possible to Meadowlark. We would also be willing to
make these improvements at our own expense. These .would, in all probability,
run in excess of $500 ,000 .
1
lie are certainly looking forward to working with you and the City of
1untington Beach in the acquisition and operation of Meadowlark Golf
Course. If we can be of help to you in anyway, all of us at California
Golf are more than willing to put forth whatever effort is necessary to
achieve this end.
You'rs trwly�
E. C. Burns
President
CALIFORNIA GOLF
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CALIFORNIA GOLF
19400 Mt. VJew Avenue
Yorba Linda, Ca 92686
528-7264
June 25, 1973
Mr. David Rowlands
City Manager - Huntington Beach
P.O. Box 190
Huntington Beach, Ca 92648
Dear Mr. Rowlands :
Please accept this letter as a continuation of our letter to you dated
Ju-ne 14, 1973. A revised copy of which is enclosed. For simplification,
we will call the above mentioned plan number (1) . You will find listed
below an alternative plan listed as (2) :
(1). The City of Huntington Beach would contract California
Golf to oversee and be entirely . responsible for the day to day operation
of the Meadowlark Golfing Facility. The scope of this contract would in-
clude the restaurant , bar, pro shop; driving range, accounting division,
golf course , maintenance, etc.
(2) California Golf would make certain' improvements to the
If course and club house entirely at its own expense. As previously
mentioned , these costs in all probability , will exceed $500,000. These
improvements are to be mutually agreed upon by both parties.
(3) The terms of this agreement would be twenty-five (25)
years.
(4) Profits are to be divided as follows :
(a) City of Huntington Beach would receive the
first $150,00 for debt service"'
(b) All profits above the $150,000 figure
will be divided with 50% going to the
City of Huntington Beach and 50% to
California Golf.
(5) All decisions pertaining to the operation of the golf
course and improvements will be mutually agreed upon by both parties.
(6) Only the actual operating costs for the operation of
Meadowlark incurred by California Golf will be charged to this operation,
and all operating costs to be mutually agreed upon by both parties.
Obviously , the above mentioned plans are very sketchy and incomplete, but
should give you an idea of what we feel might consummate a most profit-
able agreement with your City and Caiifornia. Golf.
rn e
E.C. Burns
President
Lne 15, 1973
RECEIVED
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City Council J CITY CLERK ,
City of Huntington Beach UNTINCTON 2EACH,CA61�
Dear Sirs : E973 I8 Aft $ k
'As a property owner anO taxpayer in the City of Huntington
Reach, I wish to protest Ord 1850 which will reduce the
Density of apartment construction in Huntington Beach.
The lowering of the niunber of i.inits that can be built on a.
given lot will only increase the cost of bixi Laing on ';the
lot by increasing the cost of the land ner unit and this
will simply be reflected in higher rents for new tenants.
The problems that the proponents of this ordanence point to
such as crowded schools were not caused by the owners of
vacant property in fact, the cacant pronerrty *gays school
taxes without providing one single student to the school
system. To propose reducing the crowding of the schools
by lowering the density of new construction is to require the
owners of vacant property to bear the roct of a r. roblein
caused by property property that has already been .built on.
The density in the City has already been lowered once in
the na.st few vear. s . Park fees have been raised several - times ,
so when a vacant °property oi-7nc:r does decide to bui.l.d he
already 1)ays a bigger share for narks nrid schools and builds
to a lower density than the majority of property owners
in the. Council Chamber tonight.
It unfair and discr.. imintory to cause the present owners .of
vacant py-operty to bear the cost of school crowding, by
loweering ,the density. This burden was caused by the community
as a whole and the cost of solving thy= problems of population
density should be borne by the comunity .as a whole and not
shifted to the minority of property owners who have not
yet built on there property. A lot of people are for
lowering someone else ' s density but they never seem to
offer to move out or tear down their huilding to lower it.
Yot�.r�rAs sincer. l
Gerald A. Jones
16771 Bay View Drive
Si.zn-et Reach, Calif.
FresCITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 7 3-6 3
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and City From City Administrator
Council Members
Subject ORDINANCE 1830 Date May 17, 1973
Ordinance No. 18300 relating to the issuance of permits
during the appeal period, was considered by the City Council
at their April 16 , 1973 meeting. At the request of the
City Administrator, action was Continued to the May 21st
meeting so that members of the City staff could meet with
the Legislative Action Committee of the Chamber of Commerce .
This action was taken because it was felt that serious
problems could result if the ordinance was adopted. The
staff met with the Legislative Action Committee of the
Chamber on May 10 , 1973, to discuss this matter. It was the
concensus that an additional 30 day continuance should be
requested so that a more comprehensive approach to the appeal
provisions could be investigated.
RECOMMENDATION
In view of this information' I would like to recommend the
City Council continue action on this matter to the June 18 ,
19 7 3 2�t i n�.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON RPAI H
• To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject PROGRESS REPORT - Date June 15 , 1973
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
1 . Study Session - A special meeting of the City Council
as been scheduled for 5: 00 p.m. in the Administrative
Annex on Monday, June 18 . There are several matters
which will be reviewed by the City Attorney and City
Administrator regarding litigation and condemnation
procedures . The regularly scheduled meeting will be
held at 7: 00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
2 . Agreement with County of Orange - Lifeguard Services
e agreement between the County ot Orange and the City
with reference to the operation of the County beaches by
City personnel during this coming year reached my office
too late to be included in your agenda package. I am
enclosing copies of the agreements for your consideration
and a resolution M-3 , will be prepared by Monday. Through
the good negotiation effort by Mr. Moorhouse, the County
has agreed to provide us with an additional $6 ,000 for
administrative overhead in addition to enjoying a 3 . 70
increase in the contract.
3. Design Review Board - There are now 5 applicants for the
Design Review Boar who should probably be interviewed
by the City Council . Perhaps you will want to call a
special review session for Monday, June 25 , or some other
convenient date . Those you might want to consider include
Mr. Jack King, Mr. Joseph Whaling, Mrs . Diane Kerr, Mr.
Robert Bacon and Mr. Peter Outcault . Copies of their
applications are attached.
4. Meadowlark Golf Course - Attached is a proposal from Cali-
fornia Golf Inc. , pertaining to the operation of the
Meadowlark Golf Course. Two other organizations will
submit offers within the next week or 10 days . Councilman
Duke and I are encouraged by the interest being shown by
• outside groups in the golf course. This matter will be
discussed in detail at the study session on Monday. Also ,
I am enclosing a copy of a proposal from Mr. William
Sherman, a specialist on golf course appraisals , whom
the City might want to retain at some future date. A
question of moratorium versus condemnation will also be
reviewed. Also attached is Don Bonfa' s memorandum regarding
Open Space Zoning--Meadowlark Golf Course .
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June 15, 1973
S. Recreation and Park Commission Reappointments - Please refer
• to Item L-2 on the Council agenda regar ing t e appointment
of Tom Cooper. Other names have been submitted by the schools
for reappointment to one year terms on the Recreation and Parks
Commission. They are Harry Turner, HB City School District ;
Kent McClish, Ocean View School District ; Bill Barnes , Fountain
Valley High School ; Rod Cruse, Westminster High School ; and
Jim Curran, Golden West College . Their reappointments are for
one year terms ending June 30 , 1974 .
Funding - Police Multi-Media System - CA 73- 72 explains the .
necessity for these additional un s .
7. American Empire Builders, Inc. -Lawsuit - This matter will also
e discussed at the Executive ession y Don Bonfa. Attached
is Mr. Bonfa' s memo to me which explains the reason for the
lawsuit.
8. CAC Inc. - Attached . is a letter from Dennis Smith, California
in�mal—Control , Inc . During the last month since this letter
. was written , the house to house canvas has produced considerable .
more . revenue. It appears that sufficient revenue will be col-
lected before the end of the year to defray the expenses of the
entire program.
9 . Parking Fee Reduction- Pacific Coast Highway - I am attaching
a copy of Mr. oor Ouse s report to me concerning the Counc:il ' s
action to lower the parking rates on Pacific Coast Highway.
As you will recall. , it was only through action by the City
Council at the last regular meeting that you overruled the
recommendation of the Director .of Harbors and Beaches and the
City Administrator. _Unless you want to reconsider your action
in the light of this information which had been explained to
you previously in general terms , it would be the recommendation
of Mr. Moorhouse and myself to remove these meters entirely
since the effort would be somewhat meaningless as far as enforce-
ment is concerned. Inasmuch as the City is trying to take a
look at all sorts of revenue to meet our budgetary requirements ,
and inasmuch as the beach operation is a costly one in every
respect, I would hope that you would either restore the hourly
rate of 25¢ or support our request to remove the meters entirely.
• 10. 1973-74 Budget - Enclosed is a final copy of the 1973-74 budget.
7Vs_ 1 explained to the City Council members previously, personnel
additions will be reviewed carefully, particularly starting at
the first of the year. My recommendations to date are predicated
on a reasonable level of service, and, in my opinion, should not
be considered excessive. For what this information may be worth,
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June 15, 1973
in comparing only like departments , the number of employees
per thousand population in Anaheim is 7. 84 ; in Santa Ana 6 . 1.8 ;
• in Garden Grove 4. 65; and in Huntington Beach S. 64 . It must
also be remembered that the City of Santa Ana and Huntington
Beach are each about 28 square miles ; Garden Grove about 17
square miles ; and Anaheim about 38 square miles .
The resolution pertaining to the adoption of the 1973- 74
Budget is also included and will be H-6.
You will also note in my DH-17 of June 8 , 1973, that a
careful appraisal will be made at the time new positions
are filled.
As a final observation, I can assure you that when you
receive the next 6-Year Budget in about three month' s time ,
that budget will be in balance and the City Council will then
make a careful determination as to what priorities must be
established . Those programs , personnel and equipment which
probably could be justified will be listed for your considera-
tion. Alternative methods for financing will be listed. The
final decision will then be yours as to the extent of these
programs.
11. EIR - Municipal Corporation Yard, Phase II - Item M-4
Attached is the Environmental Review Board' s recommendation
for adoption of the Environmental Impact Report for the
Corporation Yard. The City Council at the June 4 meeting
awarded the contract for Phase II of the Corporation Yard
subject to approval of the EIR. I would recommend that the
City Council approve EIR 73-11 subject to the recommendations
of the ERB .
12 . Bulk Vending Machines L-1 . 6
The attached report is a breakdown of what other cities in
Orange County charge for bulk vending machine licenses .
You will note the average for Huntington Beach is less than
that of other cities on Orange County that charge per machine .
13. CA 73- 73 Environmental Impact Reports - In response to an
inquiry ma e y ounce man Green, attached is CA 73- 73 re-
viewing procedures for processing Environmental Impact
• Reports .
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
DDR/bjs City Administrator
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"te CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
? COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-59
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject TEMPORARY PRODUCE STANDS Date May 2 , 1973
The following is offered as an interim measure to permit
specific locations for the sale of produce from temporary
stands and trucks pending the adoption of the Code amend-
ment establishing a suffix zone to permit such activities .
Recommendation:
Amend Section 9730 . 15 , subsection A, which presently states
"stands shall be located within the agricultural area
where the produce is grown. " In its place, insert the
wording , "stands shall be located on parcels of land
containing at least 10 acres which shall be used for agri-
cultural purposes .\%
• Respectfully submitted,
a
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-58
HUNTINGTON BEACH
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To Honorable Mayor and From City Adm i n i st r,i t oi-
City Council. Members
Subject NAME RECOMMENDATIONS FOR Date May 1 , 1973
PARKS CURRENTLY UNDER
CONSTRUCTION
The Recreation and Parks Commission , at its April 11 , 1973 meeting ,
unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the official
names for the following parks currently under construction :
No . (Park Inventor Recommended Name
705 Greer Annex Greer Lake
835 Edison Edison Community Park
860 Golden View Golden View Park
875 Burke Robert H. Burke Park
880 Sowers Issac L . Sowers Park
910 Marine View Marine View Park
915 Haven View Haven View Park
930 Glen View Glen View Park
945 Talbert Samuel E. Talbert Park
Respectfully submitted,
David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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A CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
( ? COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-57
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject APPROVAL OF CONCESSION Date May 1 , 1973
FACILITIES SCHEMATIC
DESIGN PLANS - HUNTINGTON
CENTRAL PARK
The Recreation and Parks Commission, at its last regular scheduled
meeting , recommended approval by the City Council of the schematic
design plans for the Huntington Central Park concession buildings
with the exception of the graphics as depicted on the plans by
Mr. John Wells , architect: and principal of the Huntington Central
Park Concession Company.
These schematic plans have also been reviewed and recommended for
approval by the Design Review Board with the same exception.
Mr. John Wells will be available at the May 7th City Council meeting
to explain his plans to the City Council if you so desire.
RECOMMENDATION:
• Approve the concession facilities schematic design plans for
Huntington Central Park with the exception of the graphics as
depicted on the plans .
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands '^�I
City Administrator
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�A O CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
t? COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-56
NUNIINGTON B(ACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject LETTER FROM ENVIRONMENTAL Date May 2 , 1973
COUNCIL - REFUSE ORDINANCE
NO. 1788 , ARTICLE 311 ,
HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE
CODE
Attached is a letter from the Environmental Council expressing
concern over lack of enforcement of the recently adopted
refuse ordinance . In response to this letter I would like to
offer the following comments :
Rainbow Disposal presently monitors the Code with respect to
container condition, size and weight by issuing a card advising
property owners of any violation that may exist . Mr. Holstein
of Rainbow Disposal does not feel there is a problem in this
regard with the exception of the requirement that lids be
provided, which he feels would be a continual enforcement
problem.
The potential problems with respect to vedtor control exist in
the side and rear yards where containers are stored during the
week . This is a problem that must be controlled by the residents
and neighbor complaints .
Bill Reed, Public Information Officer, will be preparing a series
of public information bulletins advising the citizens of the
requirement of the Code and requesting compliance . I would hope
that this approach would eliminate the need for a vigorous
enforcement program.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73- 55
. HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject RESOLUTION NO. 3682 Date May 1 , 1973
At the March 5 , 1973 City Council meeting the City Council
considered a request from Huntington Harbour Corporation
for 50% credit on park and recreation fees for Tract 8005
pursuant to Section 9981 . 8 of the Ordinance Code . At that
time the City Council was advised that prior to granting
credit for a special facility, a resolution must be adopted
setting forth standards respecting the size , shape and
location of such special facility before any credit may be
granted. As a result, the City Council directed that a
resolution be drafted pursuant to the provisions of the
Code .
The attached resolution incorporates the ideas which were
previously discussed by the committee formed to study the
amount of credit which should be given toward special
facilities in the Huntington Harbour and Huntington Beach
Company developments .
Recommendation:
I would like to recommend that the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 3682 .
Respectfully submitted,
44?� 40. oe't"V�
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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Attachment
� CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-54
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor and From City /ldmini.strator
City Council. Members
Subject DECLARATION OF SURPLUS Date May 1 , 1973
PROPERTY
The City of Huntington Beach owns property located on the south
side of Edinger Avenue between Gothard Street and Sher Lane .
This property is approximately 100 ' wide by 440 ' deep and is
currently zoned C-4 , Highway Related Commercial .
This site was originally purchased by the City for a fire station
but because of traffic conditions , and a center divider, an alternate
site was acquired at Murdy Circle and Gothard Street . At one time
a water well was proposed on the back of this present site , but
this has also been located on the rear of the Murdy Circle Fire
Station property. Therefore , the Fire Department no longer has any
plans for the use of the property on Edinger Avenue as a fire
station site .
Because of the choice location of this property across the street
• from Huntington Center, we have been approached by numerous real
estate brokers to ascertain whether the City was interested in
selling the property. It would seem appropriate at this time to
adopt the resolution declaring this property surplus since there
is no apparent public need for this property and the property
should be put back on the tax rolls .
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 3683 declaring the property, legally described
as the East 100 feet of Lot 1 of Tract 4064 , as surplus property.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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c1 COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 73-1
HUNTINGTON BEACH
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• To Honorable Mayor & City Council From David D. Rowlands
Members City Administrator
Subject POSITION STATEMENT Date January 8 , 1973
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY
220 KV TRANSMISSION FACILITY l
RECONSTRUCTION
REVIEW:
On November 13 , 1972 , Southern -California Edison Company filed a
proposal for reconstruction of . 160 transmission towers on 16 miles
of existing rights -of-way covering property in the five cities of
Stanton, Garden Grove , Westminster , Fountain Valley and Huntington
Beach. The total cost of the proposed project is $13 ,000 ,000 in-
cluding esthetic towers costing in excess of $4 . 1 million. The
California Public Utilities Commission General Order No . 131 requires
Edison to undertake a review with. the city of the proposed line re-
construction with consideration for community values , recreational
and park areas , historical and ,esthetic values`, and influence on the
environment. Any position statement filed by the City will not im-
ply an approval of expansion of the Huntington Beach generating
station.
�Vithin our city there are 4 . 5 miles of right-of-way or approximately
125 acres . We have developed or leased approximately 31 acres (under
a long standing Edison policy) for park purposes at a cost of $ 50
per acre per year. Development costs for Gisler and other formal
Edison right-of-way parks run between $10 ,000-15 ,000 an acre.
Richard Bigler $ Associates , a landscape architect under contract to
the City, has suggested during the past six years one of the two
following approaches which are in conformance with stated policies
of the City' s parks , open space , schools and recreational element of
the Master Plan:
1 . Natural. Park Concept - Creation of a typical Southern California
open space belt with native seed plants and shrubs - cost to be
$1500 per acre or $30 ,000 per mile . This would take five years
to mature and would exclude irrigation but would include a
dirt (soils cement) trail for maintenance , bikes , hiking and
jogging.
2 . Semi-Formal Park Concept - Creation of minimal ark open space
with double row irrigation system - cost to be $2500 per acre
or $50 ,000 per mile . This would include the dirt trail above
but more exotic plant materials .
The Edison Company has received position papers from several of the
cities concerned recommending 2 . above with Edison grading and develop-
&ent or partial development plus lowering the annual lease to $1 . 00 per
acre per year. The company has taken the position that the development
cost is excessive and would have to be passed on to the consumer. They
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also state that there are 308 miles of right-of-way in the system and
other jurisdictions will demand the same development . Understandably,
the company feels that the cost will be a large factor in the
Oalifornia Public Utilities Commission rejecting a rate increase for
uch development.
POSITION STATEMENT :
1 . Approve the use of esthetic towers .
2 . Urge the reduction of annual rent per acre to $1 . 00 from
$50 . 00 .
3. Negotiate terms of development on a joint venture basis .
4 . Join in the sponsorship of property tax credit legislation to
the Edison Company for the value of such surface property.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS :
This city has been the forerunner in developing the rights -of-way
at what is really an excessive cost for lease property. The Edison
Company, however , is interested in the environmental effect that
the transmission corridors have on the communities - hence the use
of esthetic towers . It appears that a reasonable approach would -
be some form of joint effort. It is felt that the recommended
position is an equitable approach for the greatest public benefit .
RECOMMENDED ACTION :
Approve Position Statement for transmittal to California Public
Utilities Commission through Edison Company.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY CWil"A"INGTON BEACH
• COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
CA 72-87 I
HUNTNJGTON EEACH
To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator 4N
City Council Members ,��
Subject Fire Services Innovation Date December 29 , 1972
Conference - December 10-12th,
New Orl.ean's
There were approximately 20 participants from all over the
United States at the Fire Services Innovation Conference
in New Orleans earlier in the month. Mayors , City Managers
and Administrators , Fire Chiefs , and representatives of
NASA, the National Bureau of Standards and Public Technology,
Inc. were in attendance.
The group was divided into three panels to discuss separately
the problems of fire prevention and detection, fire equip-
ment and apparatus . It was also my privilege to serve as
chairman of one of the three panel groups . Each particular
subject was treated in a similar manner, to wit. , a problem
statement was listed with a program description with the
objectives , scope and benefits of the particular program,
with an identification as to priority and finally a listing
of the obstacles to be overcome before implementation could
occur. With respect to the latter point, the general obstacles
to be overcome in all areas pertain to the resistance to change
by some employee groups ; the objection to certain recommenda-
tions by the builders ; the opposition of some insurance groups;
the need to secure adequate funding to carry out various re -
search projects; vested interests of one type or another; cost,
and local parochialism.
PROGRAMS PROPOSED AND APPROVED
1. Automatic suppression systems in all high risk structures
(public buildings , apartment houses and similar exposures) .
It was agreed that minimum requirements in the high risk
areas should include sprinklers in hallways , stairwells
and lobbies .
2 . Better utilization of fire detection devices in all buildings-
In this connection, one of the successful "blue chip" methods
utilized the existing telephone system which is in almost
every home. Monitoring of the system could be undertaken
by several different types of agencies , both public and
private.
3. Necessity for adequate venting, both horizontally and
vertically. This venting might even be actuated at ground
level,perha.ps in the boiler room. The construction of
apartments and commercial high rise buildings has created
some problems in this area.
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The Honorable Mayor and CA 72 -87
City Council Members
December 29, 1972
Page 2
4. There is a need for a more uniform national building
code with saving clauses for particular regional situa-
tions . Stress was placed on the need for better per-
formance standards .
S. A need for standard specifications for modular design
fire apparatus , including specialized vehicles .
6. The National Bureau of Standards and NASA should continue
their research into better breathing apparatuses and
lighter weight. protective clothing for firemen.
7 . There is a need for developing the capability to select
different extinguishing agents at the nozzle without
manually changing hoses and other appartus .
8. There is a need to develop a light-weight hose with quick
connect couplings from the hydrant to the nozzle. There
was a discussion of the need to improve the man/machine
ratio. There was some discussion of the current equipment
being underutilized for lack of manpower; or the manpower,
in other instances , may be wasted because of lack of
equipment capacity.
9 . There is a need for lateral movement in job opportunities
in the fire service , and there should be developed realistic
qualification standards .
10. The paramedics or fire medics program was enthusiastically
supported.
11 . Improvement in fire ground communications systems is needed.
Development of improved personal communications equip-
ment to be encouraged.
12 . Improvement needed in the manufacture of tools for forcible
entry and water application in confined spaces . Better
hardware needs to be developed.
13. Additional information on computer and data utilization
for fire service needs to be disseminated. Existing
programs could then be more adequately analyzed and
implementation techniques improved.
14 . There should be formulated a reporting system for use
nationally which would identify meaningful information
to assist in fire prevention and suppression programs .
1W
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The Honorableayor and CA 72 - 87
City Council Members
December 29 , 1972
Page 3
15. It was agreed that there should be a national testing
laboratory for various equipment used in the homes .
For example , it was suggested that manufacturers construct
their equipment to include automatic cut-offs on all
appliances when they overheat.
As a general observation, it was agreed that one of the deterrents
to improvement in fire fighting techniques and the use of proper
materials was the cost effective factor. If certain equipment
could be developed and marketed on a wide scale , the manufacturers
would be willing to divert more of their research and development
dollars into these projects . Until that has been demonstrated ,
some of these technological breakthroughs may be deferred for
some years . However, it is the hope that through utilization of
Federal funds at the National. Bureau of Standards and NASA,
some of this basic work can be accomplished which will be bene-
ficial to all cities in the United States .
Respectfully submitted ,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL. - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-84
HUNTUCTOM BEACH
To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject PERFORMANCE BOND - PARK FEES Date December._._Z6 - TM c1
SIGNAL LANDMARK TRACT 78694. -*'l
Members of the City Staff (Public Works , Plan in
Attorney' s Office and Recreation and Parks) m wi
Mr. George Stringer, President, The Stringer parry,
regarding the dedication of land for park sites in the
Signal Landmark development .
Signal Landmark, Inc. , has requested to post a performance
bond for dedication of land for park sites or pay a fee in
lieu thereof for Tract No. 7869 . This request is made
because Signal is unable to dedicate park sites at this
time , as the subject property is only held as a "ground
lease" by Signal . This procedure is somewhat unusual ;
however, it is the only way for Signal to comply with the
conditions of approval for their tentative tract other
than paying a fee in lieu of park dedication so that the
City can purchase that land at a later date .
At this meeting involving the Staff and Mr. Stringer , it
was agreed that the best method of recording park fee credit
from the Signal Landmark development project would be to
require a performance bond with each tract map that is filed.
When the final park-open space-flood control plain configura-
tion of the Adams Avenue to Yorktown Avenue bluff is determined
through mutual agreement of the responsible parties , then a
final financial settlement can be made relative to the acres
obtained by the City vs . the park fees guaranteed by Signal
Landmark .
The performance bond and agreement have been reviewed by the
City Attorney's office as to form and amended pursuant to the
City Attorney's request .
RECOMMENDATION:
It is my recommendation that the performance bond be accepted
and the agreement be executed by the Mayor and City Council
agreeing that payment of the required park and recreation fees
for Tract No. 7869 be deferred until a. determination is made
of the amount of the subdivider' s land which is to be dedicated
for park sites .
Respectfully subm' tted,
44eq.
Bavid D. Rowlands s•
City Administrator
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4 COV OF HUNTINGTON OIEACH CA 72-82
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
• To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject BEACH PARKING FACILITY Date December 26, 1972
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS
Several Council Members and Vincent Moorhouse, Director of
Harbors and Beaches and Development, have expressed an interest
in the utilization of the parking facility for overnight campers
during the winter months. The Planning Department has advised
that it will review the Environmental Impact Statement which
must be prepared. The Building Department has related that
certain existing facilities (toilet, lavatory and trailer
sanitation, etc. ) would have to be upgraded, expanded or added.
The area best suited for overnight camper vehicles in the parking
facility is between Gate 2 (Lake Street) and Gate 5 (Hunting-
ton Street) where space for 95 campersites will exist. Subject
area could easily be blocked off from- through traffic, and would
require a minimum of capital improvement outlay totaling approxi-
mately $2 ,140. 00
A plan has been devised whereby the boundary lines for each
• campersite could be painted on the lot in a manner that would
allow normal parking without repainting when the campers season
is over.
Development of a good marketing procedure, such as advertising
in trailer and camping magazines , and a brochure for mailing
to camping clubs, would be essential to the campersite 's suc-,/,
cess .
The following budget indicates costs of operation for
the
first two years :
Personal Services $ 7, 550
Operating Expenses 2,200
Capital Outlay 2,140
Total $11 ,890
Should the first year's operation prove successful , an
additional $13, 750 capital improvement expenditure would
be warranted.
•
The Honorabl&ayor and
City Council Members
CA 72-82
Page 2
With regard to revenue, a check of four existing overnight
campers facilities in the area was utilized. By applying
State Park records to our own facility, revenues ranging
from $10, 920 to $17,926 were projected against our yearly
expenditure of $11,890 .
RECOMMENDATIONS
In conclusion, it would be my recommendation to the City
Council that approximately $12,000 be appropriated for the
development of the winter overnight campers facility.
Respectfully submitted,
,a..V OF.0
Dadid D. Rowlands
City Administrator
DDR/b j s
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C TY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72 -74
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject Top of the Pier Development Date November 15, 1972
Plan
After study and consideration, and upon the advice of the
City Attorney, we transmit resolutions of the City Council
and the Parking Authority.
The City Council resolution effects the abandonment of the
Top of the Pier Development Plan.
The Parking Authority resolution directs the abandonment
of the condemnation actions and directs the City Attorney
to enter dismissals in each lawsuit on behalf of the Park-
ing Authority.
Each resolution requires a two-thirds majority or five votes
for approval .
Respectfully submitted,
A.-O-e /0
- fv"'O-�
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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Attachments
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION y
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CA 72�7Q
NUN TING TQN HE:%Cti
To The Honorable Mayor and From Cite Administrator
City Council Members
Subject TRANSIT DISTRICT ROUTES Date November 3, 1972
Pursuant to your instructions a Joint. staff studN, on
the proposed transit routes for Huntington Beach has been
completed resulting in the following recommendations : .
�.;
'R 1 . That the Beach Boulevard route be given a higher
3, ., priority than the Adams Avenue route with t,ie Beach.
Boulevard route being modified to meet the city ' s needs .
' This route is described as fol-ows : Beginning at the
bus depot at Main Street and Walnut Avenue (r?ear. Pacific
Coast Highway and Main Street) , proceeding northerly
along Main Street to the intersec.tiotl of Main Street ,
Beach Boulevard and Ellis avenue (5-Points) north
along Beach Boulevard to Edinger Avenue ; west on Edinger
Avenue (through Huntington Center) to Gothard Street ;
=` north on Gothard Street to McFadden Avenue ; east on
5 McFadden Avenue to. Beach Boulevard; north . on Beach
Boulevard to La Habra Boulevard in La Habra. (See
the attached map. )
2 . The Adams Avenue route would be modified as follows :
Continuing westerly along Adams Avenue from Fairview Road
in Costa Mesa to Beach Boulevard ; south on Beach Boulevard
to Pacific Coast Highway; westerly on Pacific Coast Hiligh-
way to Main Street; north on Main Street to the bus depot
at Walnut Avenue; then northerly can Main Street to. 5th
Street; easterly on 5th. Street to . 11,ake Street ; north on
Lake Street to Indianapolis Avenue ; east- on Indianapolis
Avenue to Beach Boulevard; north on Beach Boulevard to
Adams Avenue . (See the attached map) .
Justification for the proposed changes :
a) as per a letter received by the Mayor' s office on
September 26, 1972 , from Dr. Fielding, OCTD General
Manager, the Beach Boulevard route was given the highest
priority by the consultants , VTNJAMV;
b) traffic flow map indicates that historically Beach
Boulevard is the most heavily traveled arterial street.
in .the County;
Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
November 3 , 1972
Page 2
c) the Beach Boulevard term'L11011'-' at Plc. i ( it CC,ZISt
Highway (or at Main Street and Pacific Cf:,,.ist Highway)
serves the beach , which is a tremendous recreation
facility; and
d) the proposed modifications to the Beach 'Boulevard and.
Adams Avenue .routes will best serve the needs of this city.
3 . Dial -A-Bus Concept
The city is unique because of its tremendous growth and
existing recreational. facilities (8 miles of beach front) .
Also the city has significant concentrations of all socio -
economic criteria established in the Bus Study. IT1. Light
of these facts the City feels that ','-..lie Dial. A-Bus concept
would be of significant value to Huntington Beach .
Realizing that the establishment, and operation Of SUch a
system is an expensive p-t-oposition , the city mmist he
willing to contribiitc funds to try c':5tabl :;. shmk,. t of" said
system in Huntington Beach,. .
Note : La Habra contributed `b26 , 000 plus office �r a c
facilities , etc . out of a t.nta l . st.imat�=-d ;:udc et:
$200 , 000 .
4 . Huntington Beach s estimated contribution to he 0. C. T.;1.
tax:
$142 ,000 FY 1971 and 1.972 ,act.ualj
184 , U00 F1. 1913 (est �.at d)
$325 , 600 Total
FY 1.971
$ 339 , 794 , 00t? z'c�fia1 city a 5c :-..: . 1 �ril!..1t ;.rit (.Lctt2al )
@ $ o2/$100 assessed value ( psi_, r°,ite ;
G7 , 959
FY 1972
$370 , 230, 779 Total city :! sscss(,d va1.u_.tion (ac"ual )
@ $ . 02/:$ 100 assessed value ;11-,ix rite.
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Hon6rahle Milk and City Conqcil Momher,,
November 3 , 19721
Page 3
Huntington Beach ' s estimated contriburiooq to ihe' " Y . T . D.
tax (continued)
FY 1973
$410 , 158 , 549 Total city assessed value n fus0wated)
@S . 045/$100 assessed valuc Itax rate !
184 , S7]
1972 - 73 O. C .T. D. Budget :
$ 4 . 1 million - total budget
2 . 4 million O. C.T. D. Tax
Of this $1 . 6 million received by the O .C . T . D. tax , Huntington
Beach will contribute S184 , 000 , which is I-ETO of hhenotal .
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CA 72-68
? COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HINPNGTON BEACH
To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject Huntington Beach Concert Band Date November 1 , 1972
I ince coming to the City of Huntington Beach, I have
t : observed the interest among a number of people in the
creation of a Huntington Beach Concert Band. In working
particularly with Mr. Walter Johnson, City Librarian,
t Superintendent of Schools Jack Roper, Mr . Doug Thompson,
Director of the Music Man Band, and other interested
k : individuals, it appears that considerable interest has
n` been evidenced for the organization of such a concert
� band. In addition, all the high school band directors
and the local college and university music personnel
have also expressed genuine interest in a community
band for Huntington Beach.
The cost of supporting and outfitting a municipal band
during the first year would probably approximate $15 , 000 .
However, this sum would include the acquisition of some
expensive instruments such as . a percussion battery (bass ,
cymbals, etc. ) ,two tubas , two baritone horns , french
horns , music stands and music covers which would occur
only in the first year. After the first year, the opera-
tion of a hundred piece band would probably range from
$7, 500 to $10,000 annually. If the Members of the City
Council are interested in proceeding with the organiza-
tion of such a band, which has already been encouraged by
members of the Library Board and the Parks and Recreation
Commission, several of the school band directors have
offered their services to form a review committee for
the selection of a band director. At least five qualified
individuals with musical backgrounds have expressed an in-
terest in being interviewed for this position and there
are probably three more persons in the area that would
also like to be considered for this position . It should
also be pointed out that permission has already been grant-
ed for the use of the music practice room at Huntington
Beach High School by Dr. Lucas , the Principal. , and Mr .
Vogel, the Band Instructor. Moreover, one of the musical
instructors at Golden West College has agreed to make avail-
able approximately $3, 500 worth of music for use by the
band.
The Honorable Mayor
and City Council Members
November 1, 1972
Page 2
The band schedule would vary throughout the year but
it is quite possible that there would be at least two
or three major concerts a year and the schedule would
probably include concerts at least twice a month at
various localities throughout the city. Weekly prac-
tices would require about 31� to 4 hours .
It has been my privilege and plea!;ure to have been
associated with municipal bands in three other cities
that I have served in various parts of the United States
and I can assure you that they were highly successful
organizations which received widespread community sup-
port. One of the principal advantages of a band of this
type is that in many instances parents can play in the
band with their children since the City of Huntington.
Beach undoubtedly has among its residents many talented.
musicians who would welcome the opportunity to participate
in a concert band. As the fastest growing city in Orange
County, with population of about 143,000 at the present
time, the creation of such a band would also help develop
a spirit of community identity which is always a welcomed
asset in any city.
I shall be looking forward to receiving the views of the
City Council Members at the November 6th City Council
meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
w n
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
DDRfbjs
iff CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 72-66�
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To The Honorable Mayor and From City Administrator
City Council Members
Subject MANAGEMENT OF RECREATION AND Date November 28, 1972
PARKS PROPERTIES POLICY
The Recreation and Parks Commission has made several
recommendations concerning the management of city
recreation and parks properties . (see attached memo
and related correspondence).
It would concur with the Commission that the current
Management of Recreation and Parks Properties Policy
see attached) be amended y the addition of point 14)
to read: "The granting of leases , permits and concessions
shall be limited to those which are necessary to financially
support the city operation of a park and, in addition, to
serve and encourage the general and related recreational
uses of a park. " and the addition of point (15) to read:
"In granting permits, leases , and concessions , no per-
manent structure shall be erected unless said structure
is in accordance with the city' s development plan for the
. park and is in accordance with city specifications. "
RECOMMENDATION:
Review for action at City Council meeting of Dec. 4, 1972 .
Respectfully submitted,
n
4avid D. RowIan s
City Administrator
DDR/bjs
Attachment
POLICY
j MANAGEMENT OF RECREATIONAL AND PARKS PROPERTIES
1
The purpose of this policy is to provide for the orderly
administration and control of recreational and park properties
within the City of Huntington Beach.
1. That any sale, lease, exchange or use of park property
will not be permitted which would adversely affect the
goals , purpose and objectives of the Master Plan of
Parks, Open Space, Schools , and Recreation.
2. That any decision relative to properties must be con-
sistent with civic purpose, the public welfare, and local
policy.
3. That any civic purpose as enumerated above must be such
in fact as well as in name.
4 . Use of such park property shall be limited to recreational
and/or other public or civic use. This is not meant to
preclude the exchange of one recreational property for
• another of equal recreational utility .
5. That in the event an exchange of property takes place,
a city employee, as designated by the City Administrator,
will be a member of the board of directors (or comparable
body) or hold ex officio membership in such recreational
body or civic purpose organization.
6. That private exploitation of park property or facilities
for monetary profit or gain will not be permitted .
7 . Such park property shall not be subject to continuous or
exclusive use of any one particular or special interest
group unless the membership of that group is open to the
general public on a nondiscriminatory basis .
8 . That the proposed sale, lease, exchange or use of park
property is permitted by law and the documents evidencing
the transaction are approved by the City Attorney .
9. That in the event of sale of such property, no deed shall
be delivered to purchaser until the purchase price is
• paid in full. t
1. �
10. That no such property shall be sold unless it is first
declared to be surplus property by the City Council. l
• This is not meant to preclude the exchange of one re-
creational property for another of equal recreational
utility.
11. That all contracts , leases and deeds shall contain a
reversionary clause by which such property shall revert
to city if and when the use to which the property is
being put is inconsistent with the use permitted by this
proposed policy.
12. That any sale shall be at fair market value; any exchange
for property of at least the same fair market value; any
lease for a fair and reasonable rental based on fair market
value of such property.
13. That the City retain maintenan,_,e control and that the land-
scaping shall be compatible with the design and landscape
of the park site and shall be approved by the Recreation
and Parks Commission and City Council .
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[AJ >�' & E
OF HUNTIMN ACH
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-66
HUNTINGTON BEACH
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To
Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject MANAGEMENT OF RECREATION AND _ Date October 30 , 1972
PARKS PROPERTIES POLICY
The Recreation and Parks Commission has made several
recommendations concerning the management of city
recreation and parks properties (see attached memo and
related correspondence) .
RECOMMENDATION:
It would concur with the Commission that the current
Management of Recreation and Parks Pro erties Polic
see attached) e amendeU by the addition of point 14)
to read: "The granting of leases , permits and concessions
shall be limited to those which are necessary to financially
support the city operation of a park and, in addition, to
serve and encourage the general and related recreational
uses of a park." and the addition of point (15) to read:
"In granting permits , leases , and concessions , no
permanent structure shall be erected unless said structure
is in accordance with the city' s development plan for the
park and is in accordance with city specifications ."
Respectfully,
t
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
DDR:eh
Attachment
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEr:rn
' INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATIOJp
• HUNTINGTON Bf ACH E ,
To Mr. David Rowlands. Fro T7 OF ifs ktTbW & Parks
City Administrator r'b[,ilN0b} s4EdQ6n
Subject Management of Recreation & Parks Date September 26 , 1972
properties policy
OCT I �� ?2EC'n
At the last regular, meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission
they discussed the request of the Huntington Beach-Fountain Valley
Y .M. C. A. (See attached letter) and the following motions were made by
Mr. Rod Cruse , seconded by Mr. Jim Sheppard and carried unanimously :
MOTION : That the Recreation and Parks Commission recommend to the City
Administrator and the City Council to 1) Deny the Y .M. C .A. request to
lease a two acre parcel of property at the N-W corner of Golden West
and the new Talbert street alignment within Huntington Central Park
for the purpose of constructing an office complex and swimming pool as
the Commission supports the "natural park" concept for Huntington Central
Park and is opposed to the sale or lease of any Huntington Central Park
property by any private, semi-private or community serving agency
except those which are necessary to financially support the city
operation of the park. 2) Support the Recreation and Parks staff position
• that no Huntington Central Park property should be declared surplus
and not needed for park purposes . 3) Support the location of the Y .M.C .A .
and similar community service agencies on property fronting the
perimeter of Huntington Central Park should it be their desire . and
4) Validate the fact that the Y .M.C . A . is eligible under the existing
"Management of Recreation and Park Properties" policy to acquire city
park land if any is determined by the city council to be "surplus" and
no longer needed for public park purposes .
MOTION : That the Recreation and Parks Commission recommend to the City
Administrator and City Council that the Management of Recreation and
Park .Properties policy be amended by the addition of point 11 to read:
�Th-e granting of leases, permits and concessions shall be limited to
those which are necessary to financially support the city operation of
a park and, in addition, to serve and encourage the general and related
recreational uses of a park. " and the addition of point ( 15) to read :
"In granting permits , leases , and concessions , no permanent structure
shall be erected unless said structure is in accordance with the city ' s
development plan for the park and is in accordance with city
specifications . "
Respectfully submitted,
<
Norm Worthy , Secret, y
Recreation and Parks Commission
NW :kg �`
`11 n e G.. :ors titutud mns 8z+ruriw Council' t
P. O. SOX U01, HUtMNGTON B, CH, GWF. 92647
August R, 1972
Mr. Norman Worthy, Secretary
Recreation & Parks Commission
P. 0. Boy; 190
Huntingtoi-"-leash, Calif. 92649
Dear Mr. Worthy,
Please br i iio the c-nclosed re solution t,o the
a.tt•ention of :
(1 ) ihtc Reci oation & Parks
at, their ..iiryust 9th
(2) the City Council ar;d City A(Iministrator
a t such I:,ime and d< to when t ftt y review
the Recre :, t.ion & Parks Commission' s
t'orthcomi n (recorimeiided) action on the
scLlei or lease of Central City Park land
to the "Y 4 'A .
Ttlariking you in advance for your atteriti.on to
. t};is ma. tt.cr, I cl.�i
sincerely yours ,
Pi-esid nt
Fncl . 1
cc To,;, `;c-terns
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'Nona 0"'nsrp AfutL:a! a:j Ex2T-ai!v coun-u --
P.O. BOX 16C1, HiJNT1NvTON CU_ACH, CAllf. 92647
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the members and organizations of 11ME
Council have in t-he past consistantl.y supported
proposals and programs to improve mid make possible
the acquisition and development of city park lands.
and recreation facilities ; and
WHEREAS, the funding and administration of such
programs involves the comingling of federal and
local contributions ; and
VHE'REAS, such lands and facilities thus acquired
and clew sped should be consider(,�I a public trust ;
and
W11!.RE:A�, ill the op].rlion Of Ii0�fE Cour'c.; i1 meml;crS,
therm i. �; no surplus land t.ht
Central C.tt3 ru,r is boun(lu)•i_es ;
NOW THT'il)FFORE BE IT RF,SOT:VI-D that HOME Count i. l
member:: (loon: it tirproper to provj ,ie for the, sale ,
lease , or settiro, asi,le of public 1)..rk lands for
a privr.iif, hrou{� t :; facility at this time. or , n}�
time ill the future.
1
Adopted by the General. Membors.,iip
on JuI v 26, 1972.
To BI-ian Y�J.rki.ltsorl, prc:; irlent
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H U YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
PiC HANO!.OI I ATO EX.i CUT IVE D'PEC 10P '
August 7, 197,"
Ncrm Worthy
Director
:•.ecreation & Parks Department
P. 0. Box 190
:iuntington Beach, California
Re: Site for proposed YMCA
Aquatic Facility
Dtar Norm:
�iianks again for the opportunity July 12, 1972 to bring the H. B. Recreation
and Parks Cnmmission up-to-date on our YMCA Building Plans.
�• As you are aware, we are hoping to gain City Council approval prior to the
close of the calendar year 1972 for long term use of a 2 acre parcel of land
:n the City Central Park. Prior to meeting with the City Council we hope to
gG.in endorsement from the Recreation do Parks Commission on this request. 7b
take positive steps toward the ultimate decision, the YTICA believes that Lhe
i'ollowing steps mus'. be taken all of which are based upxn the current _Lty
policy on the Miam -gement of R & P land.
'^he Recre-L on Find Parks Commission needs tc eval:;ate and va; .i date
the: elig;.;.b il:i ty of the YMCA for acquiring City h and P ::and.
%) The :iecrc's L: :a; and Parks Comnissiori needs to review the Y^'tCA' s
appl_oation for approval of the two acre parce.. 1' I od i:. City
Central Park located at. the NW corner at Golder: "Jest and the Taber
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`) Tl.e .le :re_:ti. r. and Parks Commission should err:arse the reqiest or
sugge~•s.. an a.i.ternate location in the City Cer.tr-al Park or ot.nfr
i;:.:at.ed Recreation and Parks land.
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We of the `-74Zk believe that the )MCA fully meets the criteria as established
in the existing policy, which state the criteria for eligibility as 'hon profit,
open to the public, non-discriminatory, and operates in concert with the
objectives of the hecreation and Parks Department".
We have reviewed the legal eligibility of the YMCA with the Huntington Beach
City Attorney's office and in their opinion the YMCA meets all of the criteria
esa bushed for eligibility under the policy. I respectfully request your
written endorsement of our request or a suggested alternate site pr:�or to
October 1 , 1972.
The YMCA is ready to promptly respond to any questions the Recreation and
Parks Department may have in regard to the above. We look forward to hearing
from you shortly and working with you in this opportunity for joint cooperation
in better serving the peoples of Huntington Beach.
Sincerely,
• M. A. Kimmel
Chairman, Runt.ington Beach :MCA
Building Commit*.ee
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Richard Collat.-
Tom C,) per
Tom Severns
David :lowlands
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�• TO: Recreation and Parke Commission
FROM: Mr. Norm Worthy , Director
Recreation and Parks Staff
Mr. Tom Severna , Development Coordinator
DATE: March 3, 1972
SUBJECT: Sale or lease of Huntington Central Park property to
youth serving organizations
Through the efforts of many hard working people in the com-
munity, the dream of a vast, nature endowed, central park will
soon becmme a reality. City staff :ias employed the firm of
Eckbo, Dean, Austin and Williams to design this park and they,
in turn, employed Development Research Associates to prepare a
study of the over--all comruiilty needs in order that they (EDAW)
might prepare a better plan of land use. This was accomplished
and the Recreation staff has gracefully accepted the fact that
our citizens want a natural park without the high activity recrea-
tional features such are formal lighted ball diamonds , tennis
courts, gymnasiums , swimming pools , football :stadiums , executive
offices, etc .
In view of these findings, EDAW designed the park to fit the
atmosphere of a regional !+atural park with certain concession
\,. allowances to enable city staff to recoupe some of the cost of
operation.
We , the City Recreation and Parks staff, wish to go on
record in sip ��f--Lhg_etat_utaLp-arlc_-r-anciep.t aUA-jn op n
to the sale or lea*.e IIL_any._Cetltral_ Park—propert_r by^orgy private..
sMm'S=prfvateor community serving agen � We__do n$t fee_
that
w`e�3`ri celae�ar:y Huntirgton,.Centrl �rk_ property as su-r.plus_
anZnot needed for park purposes . We would , however, whole-
' hear'Eedly support the_location of such agencies around the peri-
meter of Huntington Central Park.
The future lease of certain locations within the park to
concessionaires is, of course, another matter, and we will have
a to be somewhat realistic in recognition of our need for park
operational revenue. We will soon have some concession lease
proposals to bring before the commission for study and recommend-
ation to the City Administrator.
Je Gar OF HUNTINGTON 3EAGH
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COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION `
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HUNtINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator\ �
Members
Subject Chino Hills Resolution Date October 20 , 1972
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Several weeks ago a copy of a resolution adopted by the
City of Tustin expressing opposition to a proposed airport
in Chino Hills was transmitted to the City Council Members .
In addition, this same resolution was considered by the
representatives of the League of Orange County Cities at
the meeting held in the City of Orange on Thursday, Oct . 12 ,
1972 . At that meeting, the majority of the cities either
opposed the resolution or abstained from voting since some
of the mayors and councilmen expressed the view that suf-
ficient information was not available .
I have discussed the passage of this City of Tustin Resolu-
tion with Mr. Harry Gill , City Manager of Tustin, and it appears
that this particular resolution is virtually the same reso-
lution which had been adopted by the City of Brea. Mr. Gill
indicated to me that his city might even reconsider the action
taken after the environmental impact statement is prepared by
the organization that is proposing the Chino Hills Airport .
Evidently the proposed airport is located virtually on the
boundary line between Orange and Riverside counties .
In view of this information, it would be my recommendation
to the members of the Huntington Beach City Council that no
action be taken on the proposed airport until you have had
the opportunity to study the environmental impact statement
which will probably be released during the next few months .
Respectfully submitted,
'Aq�� 0J.
o?'4-0ta."
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
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Subject Street Tree Replacement Date
Oct .. ber 10 , 1972 iq
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The 1)epartment of Public Works is presently engaged in
developing a survey of possible damage done by Shamel
Ash trees planted in the City parkways thr6ughout the
City .
As you are probably aware , we are faced with ci serious
problem as a result of root and trunk growth . Some of
these trees have become too large to be accommodated with-
in the 'confines of the parkway and the roots are causing.
damage to the streets , curbs , gutters , sidewalk,; and
utilities .
Summarized below are the items of work, .1nd costs estimated
to he ificul-red by full implementatiOn Of the Ash Ti-(,(-
Replaceiiiciif Program . The Units for e.,.ich loc.ltinn are Con-
sidered to be a reasonable average quantity of damage
caused by these trees , disregarding private propert-v dam-
a fi c .
Root saw cutting $ ."q . 00
Tree removal 100 . 00
Remove and replace 2S lineal feet
curb and gutter 13S . 00
Remove and replace 2S lineal feet
sidewalk 106 . 2S
Remove and replace 7S squ-ire feet
asphalt S41
Tree replacement . S0 . 00
4 71 . '75
+ 10% Iijigi nee rlilg Cw; t 47 . 18
+ S% miscel lalleolls 23 .
$ F)42 . 52 per tree locat ion
There approximately 2 , S78 ti-eos loci tell iii foui- areas of the
city and at a rounded off $ S4S per tr(�e., we would anticipate
a total cost of $1 ,40S ,01+0 for a Tree Replacement Program.
We would plan to contract this work in phases is funds are
allotted due to the scope Of the project , since this work is
beyond the capabilities of the department persomict along with
their normal maintenance duties .
CA 72-60
Mayor .and City Council Members Page 2
STREET TREE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM October 10 , 1.972
It is my recommendation that the city commence with this
Tree Replacement Program immediately with the oldest }part
of the city beink the first area to be considered . In
order to make this an effective program , I would suggest
a minimum of $100 ,000 be expended to make a sizable inroad
into this serious problem .
Respectfully ,
Row kinds ,
City Admi.nistrotor
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-58
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject HOME OCCUPATIONS Date September 29 , 1972
The Planning Department has received numerous requests for
occupation permits with respect to "instruction in the home . "
Policy has been to deny the permits under Items a , g and j. of
the Home Occupation Affidavit (see attached) . The Planning
Department , because of the numerous requests for permits which
would allow home instruction, sought clarification from the
Planning Commission to investigate and make recommendations .
The Planning staff contacted five cities and found that none
allowed home instruction. (See letter to Council dated
September 11 , 1972 , page 2 . ) Because of the frequest requests
to approve home occupations for instruction, the staff and
Planning Commission developed Code Amendment 72-14 . The
limitation of three (3) persons receiving instruction in this
Code Amendment was considered reasonable by the staff and
• Planning Commission based on the types of requests the Planning
Department has received in the past . Code Amendment 72-14
in the staff 's and Planning Commission ' s view is a liberali-
zation of the present home occupation provisions .
The reception to this Code Amendment has been received with
mixed feelings . Some opponents have indicated their instructional
programs in the home would be seriously curtailed as a result of
this policy, albeit , instruction in the home is not permitted
under the present policy.
My recommendation is that home occupation permits be mssued for
home instruction following the present guidelines embodied in
the Home Occupation Affidavit .
Respectfully,
avid D , owlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72 -57
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor $ City Council Members From City Administrator
Subject Southern California Date September 29 , 1972
Edison Expansion
As you know, the Southern California Edison Company is
endeavoring to proceed as quickly as possible to increase
its generating capacity, I am enclosing a fact sheet
concerning the energy crisis and the need for this ex-
pansion. The Edison Company will have to obtain 28
authorizations and/or permits from 12 separate agencies
before construction of the facilities can commence .
During the next few weeks , I shall keep you advised of
all developments regarding this project .
Respectfully submitted,
Aa'--CP4J -
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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�• COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72 -54
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor $ City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject ICMA Conference - Mi.nneaPolisDate September 27, 1972
September 17-21 , 1972
Some 1800 individuals participated in this 58th Annual Conference of
the ICMA. The theme this year was "Man in Management" . Among some
of the more significant panel discussions were the following:
Innovation: The Anatomy of Change , Developing a Practical Information
System, Environmental Management , Workshops on Drug Abuse and many
other interesting topics .
With reference to the drug abuse program, I am convinced that the
application which has been submitted to the National Science Foundation
concerning a drug abuse control program sponsored by the City, the
Oceanview School District and Golden West College is the most logical
approach to this very serious problem. It appears that more emphasis
should be placed on preventing the inception of drugs by making it
unacceptable to various peer groups . Additional information was
obtained on where possible financial support may be secured for this
program.
There were several sessions on the new revenue sharing legislation
which was recently adopted by the Congress . In this connection ,
everyone agreed that the money must be used to perform municipal
services and to provide improvements which are not now possible of
achievement due to the limited revenue sources available to most cities .
Members of the Congress , some of whom are antagonistic toward the
principle of revenue sharing, are going to look askance on those
communities that use monies from this source to reduce taxes in other
areas . If that can be accomplished, it is the thinking of many of the
Congressmen that revenue sharing is really not needed by `the cities .
Fortunately for the City of Huntington Beach , we are now involved .in
the development of the Six-Year Capital Improvements Program as well
as a Six-Years Operational Budget Program which should demonstrate to
the members of the City Council and the general public where these
monies could be utilized most effectively. From all indications ,
revenue 'sharing funds will be distributed to the cities in California
within the next ten days to two weeks .
I also had the opportunity to check on some downtown redevelopment in
both Eau Claire , Wisconsin and Minneapolis . The malls and plazas which
were noted have much applicability to our local area. The Nicollet Mall
in Minneapolis was particularly impressive since it was well maintained
by the joint efforts of the abutting property owners and businessmen.
Only buses could traverse the mall :itself which is about ten blocks in
• length. Slides and snapshots will be available of these malls in the
near future .
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• ICMA Conference - Minneapolis Page 2
One of the advantages of attending a national conference is that you
have the opportunity to renew friendships with Federal and foundation
officials . I did have the opportunity to confer with Mr. Richard C.
VanDusen, Undersecretary of HUD, Floyd Hyde , Assistant Secretary
for Community Development , HUD, and former mayor of Fresno , representa-
tives of the National Science Foundation as well as Public Technology,,
Inc . and other individuals who may assist the City in its efforts to
process grant requests of one type or another.
I want to express my appreciation to the Mayor and the members of the
Huntington Beach City Council for permitting me to participate in this
very important conference.
Respectfully submitted,
avid D. owlands
City Administrator
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o Mayor & City Council From City Administrator
Members
f Subject ACCEPTANCE OF SCHEMATIC Date September 22 , 1972
i 'r DESIGN 4 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
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REVIEW
The design contract for park sites 830 (No Name) , 875 (Burke Park) ,
880 (Sowers Park) , and 945 (Talbert Park) was approved by City
Council on December 21 , 1971 . These particular four parks service
the southeastern portion of the city.
An additional five parks approved last month were design expedited
in order to facilitate construction of two by the adjacent developer .
The purpose of design of all nine parks during this calendar year is
to provide ongoing neighborhood projects once Central Park is
completed after the first of the year . There is an economic and
operational advantage in grouping four or more parks in design and
construction packages , and Staff is attempting to complete bond
• issue parks with a minimum of inflationary pressure .
The four subject parks were presented to the Recreation and Parks
Commission on September 13 , 1972 , and a news release was distributed
inviting public comment at that presentation due to inability to
organize individual PTO/PTA meetings during the .summer months . The
Commission reviewed the schematics in detail , suggesting minor
revisions which have been incorporated in revised drawings . These
will be presented in turn to school and community organizations at
the earliest possible date .
Estimated cost of construction is $207 ,800. 00 , including $7 ,500 . 00
in play equipment for each park and the architect ' s fee . The
Recreation and Parks Commission recommends acceptance of the
schematics subject to suggested modifications and presentation to
the communities concerned. This will allow construction drawings
to be completed for bid prior to the first of the year along with
the earlier five parks .
RECOMMENDATION
.Approve modified schematic drawings for park sites 830 , 875 , 880
and 945 and authorize construction drawings to be completed for
bid prior to January 1 , 1973.
• Respectfully submitted ,
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David D . Rowlan s
City Administrator /---
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To Mayor and City: Council Members From City Administrator
Subject WARNER AVENUE BRIDGE Date September 12 , 1972
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The wood piling supporting the twotimber bridges in Warner Avenue
located 1 ,000 feet east of Pacific Coast Highway have deteriorated
to the point of, requiring immediate action. The south bridge built
for the County of Orange in 1935 , forlherly handled two lanes of
traffic in both directions . In 1965 the north bridge was built
for approximately $12 ,000 out of reclaimed lumber and piling, and
westbound traffic was routed on it .
Early in 1971 we applied for funds through a Federal Bridge Replace-
ment Program but were turned down. We reapplied in 1972 , but have
received no word to date . Even if we receive some encouraging word
from them now, we cannot afford to wait for the red tape to clear
for the money and to prepare plans and go to bid.
• It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Department of
Public Works to solicit a minimum of three proposals and to contract
for the work. The tides are right for the next two weeks to get the
work underway. It is estimated that the work will cost approximately
$401, 000. Funds will be found for such an urgent project .
Respectfully submitted,
lei
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject OEDP - ORANGE COUNTY Date August 31 , 1972
During the past few months I have been deeply involved as a
member of the Overall Economic Development Plan Committee .
This Committee was designed to develop a program that was
aimed at the long-range development of the economic capabilities
of Orange County. In view of the fact that I had already acquired
considerable experience in this area through the Pierce County-
Tacoma Projects under OEDP in 1966 and subsequent years , the
Board of County Supervisors also selected me to serve as the
technical advisor and as a non-voting member of the Executive
Committee of this particular program.
It has been my objective to stress to the .Board of County
Supervisors and the various Committee members that there should
be a sense of urgency in submitting the Overall Economic Develop-
ment Plan for Orange County to the Federal Economic Development
Administration in order that the County can be certified as being
eligible for funding of the various projects . Eligibility in the
first instance can only be attained if there is a County-wide
unemployment rate of six percent or above . Obviously, the projects
which will be funded, if the plan is certified, would be for the
purpose of strengthening the local economy and reducing unemploy-
ment . Orange County , of course , will also be competing with most
of the other counties in this State and hundreds of counties in
the other western states for these funds . The cut -off date for
submission of this report to the Economic Development Administration
is September 15 and it appears that this deadline will be meta
I am also pleased to report that the information submitted by the
City of Huntington Beach as a tentative project seemed to receive
favorable consideration by the Review Committee along with three
or four other projects . The determination of priorities is
predicated on the basis of the number of jobs per dollar that
would be created; the immediacy of the results ; the degree of
impact on the chronic unemployed; the adequacy of the funding
plan and the consistency With the overall plan. Our application
included improvements to the street system to ensure proper access
to our regional shopping center and to create improvements in the
Huntington Beach Industrial Park sector which would involve the
installation of water lines , sewer lines , highway improvements ,
storm drains and rail service which would make our position more
• competitive in attracting new industry and expanding local industry
to provide jobs in this area.
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The approximate cost for the latter project would be approximately
$1 , 143 ,000 of which 50 percent would be eligible for federal
funding. It must be emphasized that once Orange County is
certified as being eligible for EDA funds , the local age:acy
must then process its own application and justify its position
with the federal agency before funding could occur. Furthermore ,
each project in the County must be cleared through the County-wide
OEDP Committee before the agency will have the opportunity to
negotiate with federal officials for funding.
As new information becomes available on the OEDP activities , I
shall keep the City Council members advised.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
August 31 , 1972
Subject NSF - PTI CONFERENCE Date
The National Science Foundation - (NSF) and the Public Technology,
Inc. (PTI) Joint Conference which was held in Denver, Colorado
recently was a most stimulating and challenging undertaking.
Seventeen city, state and county officials met with key staff
members of these two organizations in an attempt to develop some
general outlines for the expenditure of NSF funds during this
coming year. Representatives of these organizations are particularly
interested in developing groups of experimental programs which would
have considerable involvement by groups of people or groups of cities
and arrive at conclusions regarding concepts and special innovative
developments which would be transferable from one agency to another .
It was also decided that solutions should be both the long and short
range variety and it was also agreed that monies advanced by the
NSF for experimental purposes should be at least on a three year
basis so that the research projects could be properly financed over
a reasonable period of time .
• To provide you with a brief summary , I shall merely highlight some
of the comments made on the following subjects :
1 . CATV - Everyone present thought that the possibilities inherent
ina responsive CATV program offered great hope for diversification
in the future . As a matter of fact , some of the participants felt
that CATV would have a greater impact on the American way of life
during the next 25 years than any other project .
2 . Computers - The possibilities of developing a computer utility
in the States during the coming years similar to those
that now exist in the electrical or telephone industries was
considered to be a distinct possibility. The creation of data
banks where information could. be retrieved economically and
quickly through terminal outlets in both the private and public
sector was one of the principles advanced. At the present time
there is a tremendous duplication of effort in both the private
and public sector in the retrieval of data which should be
assembled in one location. It was also suggested that there
should be some type of governmental clearing house for computer
languages and there should also be more uniformity in computer
languages and programs so that transferability would be more
easily achieved. Fortunately, PTI expects to develop soft
ware systems (systems and programs) which could be made
• available to various communities in the very near future .
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3. Transportation - Most everyone agreed that there would be many
innovative ideas in people mover techniques during the coming
decade . This could take the form of mass transit programs like
the San Francisco BART system or be more localized such as the
West Virginia University people mover technique which would be.
designed to move people from parking lots and other generating
centers to destinations other than by the traditional automobile .
It was agreed that for local accommodations , there would be more
dial-a-ride systems instituted throughout the country so that the
local transporation systems will become more responsive .
Incidentally, the Orange County Transit Authority is going to
introduce such a program within a few months on a trial basis
in Buena Park.
4 . Fire - Sanitation - health - Housing - These four areas also
lend themselves to innovative techniques . For example , in the
fire service there are a number of research projects under way
to bring about more standardization of fire engine equipment as
well as other equipment needed for fire fighting. In all of
these areas , one of the problems facing private enterprise is
to be sure that the research and development (RFD) funds that
are expended will be justified in the type of market which is
available for the product . Frankly, that is one of the reasons
why there has been a lag in technological breakthroughs from the
private to the public sector. This also provides an explanation •
why National Foundation funds must be utilized in certain areas
for technological research to be sure that the element of
marketability is eventually present .
All participants agreed that there should be an organized attempt
to discover the existing innovative ideas which are present
throughout the United States , evaluate these programs very
carefully and then see that this knowledge is disseminated
on a broad scale . These are certainly additional objectives
of the NSF and PTI .
Finally , from the local viewpoint , I did leave with the NSF
and PTI staff members some of the programs now under way in
Huntington Beach . These included the application for drug
educational program involving Orange Coast College , the Ocean
View School District and City of Huntington Beach ; the Coastline
Study which is also a cooperative effort with Orange Coast College ,
McDonnell Douglas and the City and a copy of the "Meridian" Study
which would enable the compilation of map data on a county-wide
basis . A compilation of these data would reduce the engineering
time necessary to keep all maps up to date with reference to roads ,
utility installations , tract maps and similar information . This
information could be retrieved at a moments notice through the
capability of the computer.
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 72-45
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
August 31 , 1972
Subject NSF - PTI CONFERENCE Date
The National Science Foundation - (NSF) and the Public Technology,
Inc. (PTI) Joint Conference which was held in Denver, Colorado
recently was a most stimulating and challenging undertaking.
Seventeen city, state and county officials met with key staff
members of these two organizations in an attempt to develop some
general outlines for the expenditure of NSF funds during this
coming year. Representatives of these organizations are particularly
interested in developing groups of experimental programs which would
have considerable involvement by groups of people or groups of cities
and arrive at conclusions regarding concepts and special innovative
developments which would be transferable from one agency to another .
It was also decided that solutions should be both the long and short
range variety and it was also agreed that monies advanced by the
NSF for experimental purposes should be at least on a three year
basis so that the research projects could be properly financed over
a reasonable period of time .
To provide you with a brief summary, I shall merely highlight some
of the comments made on the following subjects :
1 . CATV - Everyone present thought that the possibilities inherent
in a responsive CATV program offered great hope for diversification
in the future . As a matter of fact , some of the participants felt
that CATV would have a greater impact on the American way of life
during the next 25 years than any other project .
2 . Computers - The possibilities of developing a computer utility
in the United States during the coming years similar to those
that now exist in the electrical or telephone industries was
considered to be a distinct possibility. The creation of data
banks where information could be retrieved economically and
quickly through terminal outlets in both the private and public
sector was one of the principles advanced. At the present time
there is a tremendous duplication of effort in both the private
and public sector in the retrieval of data which should be
assembled in one location. It was also suggested that there
should be some type of governmental clearing house for computer
languages and there should also be more uniformity in computer
languages and programs so that transferability would be more
easily achieved. Fortunately, PTI expects to develop soft
ware systems (systems and programs) which could be made
available to various communities in the very near future .
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NSF-PTI CONFERENCE 3. August 31 , 1972
• Within the next few weeks representatives from the National
Science Foundation and Public Technology, Inc. should be
visiting this part of the country and it is anticipated that
some types of programs should be approved for funding.
Generally speaking , if several cities can form a joint powers
agreement to try to solve a particular problem, it appears that
this approach will be assigned a higher priority than if an
individual city undertakes a particular project .
It is my hope that the results of this conference will prove
productive for the City of Iiuntington Beach. One of the obvious
advantages of participating in such a seminar is that you do
have the opportunity to meet those individuals in national
organizations that do possess the power of decision-making.
I want to thank the members of the City Council for permitting
me to attend this conference which was termed the Experimental
Incentive Program (EIP) .
Respectfully submitted,
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Aonid D. Rowlan s
City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject THE WATSON INITIATIVE Date August 30 , 1972
As you know, there will be a very important proposition on
the ballot in November known as the Watson Amendment . There
are many dangers inherent in this proposal which could adversely
affect some of the property owners that this Amendment is
allegedly aimed to help .
I am attaching a report which was prepared by the Revenue
and Taxation Committee of the California Society of Municipal
Finance Officers which places this Initiative in its proper
perspective . It is particularly important that the voters
in the State of California realize all the implications that
would result if this Watson Amendment were to be voted on
favorably.
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Row ands
City Administrator
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THE WATSON INITIATIVE -- CURING' A Ht,'ADACHE WITH A }IAMI`FIZ
The Watson Ini.t.iati_ve tits one major selling point -- one glittering lure
that makes it look good to the g(-�Yioral public. That selling point is the
ceiling it places on property taxes . California property owners have become
more and more dissatisfied with ttir steady lrrrGq-:;F+ in it^PPrr, taxes. *4a;,
have voiced their dissatisfaction collectively, as a tart of a homeowner group,
and individually, by telling 0,eir elected officials. Still, their property
taxes have continued to climb as the cost of operating our schools, providing
City services and maintaining welfare programs have increased.
• Now conies the Watson Initiative that promises to roll back the property
tax -- and provide permanent relief from this growing finaticial burden.
The question is -- how big a price will the people of California pay to
get this roll-back of the property tax? And who will pay the major part of
that price?
i The answers to these two questions will help all of us decide how we will
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stand on this issue. It's not enough that we merely oppose property taxes.
That's easy for all of us to do.
The Initiative, if passed, will mean a $2.1 billion cut in property taxes.
This sounds good to homeowners -- but they will only realize about 30 percent
of this cut. Homeowners pay only 30 percent of the property taxes in California.
The other 70 percent is paid by large landholding firms, such as utilities,
• railroads and oil interests and real estate speculators. These are the inter-
eats that will derive 70 percent of the benefits from the tax cuts called for
in this initiative.
This obviously, is the major reason many big business interests have
contributed substantial sums of money in support of this initiative.
• Let's take another look at this $2.1 billion tax cut. Specifically,
is this money made up with new revenues, or do schools and government ser-
vices just suddenly do without $2.1 billion of annual income? It has to be
one way or the other. Either new taxes must he levied, or services must be
cut. The Watson Initiative proposes a mixture of both.
Among new taxes proposed to make up some of the money lost from the pro-
perty tax cut are a two cents increase in the sales tax, an additional ten
cents tax per pack for cigarettes and another fifty cents per gallon for liquor.
These new taxes will raise some of the funds needed, but they will not replace
all of the funds lost to government through the cut in property taxes. Many
of the funds will riot be recovered.
One of the services that will have to be cut if the Tni.tiative passes
• and new sources of revenue aren't found will be our educational system.
Accordin- to the Watson Initiative, there will be a cut in support for schools
of $425 million per year.
This year California schools will receive about $916 for each student:
attending school regularly. Under the Watson Initiat-i.ve this support is re-
duced io about $825 per. student.
This cuff comes at a 1A.me when our school,,: ]!C(Al M01'V money, not: less,
just to inaint.ain the educational status quo. A cur in funds for our schools
now would necessitate a mo or reduction in t})r_ of our educational pro-
grams. That's what the Watson Tni.t:i.atAve proposes.
It can be argued, correctly, tluit. the schools need not suffer -- that new
revenues can be found to w.iice up for the losses ChroLq;h a reduction in the
property tax. The question is, where are new sources of rc-venut:?
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In spite of the *increases called for in the Wa son Initiative, there
will still be a $1.4 billion cut in revenues if the Initiative passes. To
make up $-1.4 billion in lost revenues is a monumental taxing chore, even for
a state as wealthy as California.
One of the most logical ways to do it is increase the state income tax.
To raise $1.4 billion would mean almost doubling the state income tax.
This kind of an increase, coupled with the increase in sales taxes called
for 'in the Initiative, would cost the homeowner much more than he saves through
a cut in property taxes.
If the Watson Initiative passes the man who owns a $20,000 home will have
$212 cut from his property taxes, after the program is effective.
To get this $212 tax break he will have to pay two cents more in sales taxes,
ten cents more on a pack of cigarettes and his booze will go up 50 cents a gallon.
In addition to paying these extra charges to get his $212 tax cut he will either
send his children to poorer schools and have his city and county services cut,
• or else he must pay twice the state income tax lie now pays.
These extra costs make his $212 savings pale into insignificance.
But the homeowner is not the only one affected by this initiative. The
big property owners receive whooping tax cuts. Consider, for example, the
$16.8 million the railroad:, will save, the $79 million the telephone compi,.nies
will save and the $95.2 million the gas and eleetxic utility companies will save.
This Initiative. is being held out as a great beizef.actor for the homeowner,
but while the homeowner saves his $212, Standard Oil will save $1 .9 million in
Kern County alone, and Lockheeci will save $10.8 rd lli on in Los Angeles.
The thousands of homeowners niffected will divide only thirty percent
of the $2.1 billion in tax cuts. Big husiiiess will tal-c the other 70 percent.
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But when the 2.1 Million is made u the situation reverses itself. Bi
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business pays only 35 percent of sales taxes. Individuals pay the lion's share.
• And what about the poor renter? We hear a lot of talk about homeowners,
but the fact of the matter is that 45 percent of all California dwellings are
occupied by renters, not owners. Is the renter affected by ,.this initiative?
Indeed he is. He is affected negatively. The renter gets no property
tax relief at all, since he doesn't pay property taxes. Yet the renter will
be saddled with the additional sales taxes, and any other tax increases levied
to make up the revenue lost by cutting property taxes.
The renter will end up paying more taxes, shelling out an extra dime for
every pack of cigarettes, paying more for his booze, getting a reduced level
of city and county services and sending his children. to poorer schools.
Ah yes, the renter will be affected all right. For his tax headaches
he is being offered a hammer.
• There are many renters and homeowners alike who can afford additional
sales taxes. But what about those on limited incomes, particularly the senior
citizens who are in no position to increase their income, regardless of in-
creased expenses? Adding a dollar to the cost of every carton of cigarettes
they buy is a major economic blow to them. Adding two cents to their sales
tax is equally ruinous. The senior citizen on a fixed and limited iric.Ome,
whether he is renting or owns his home, will he hurt more than anybody else
by this initiative.
And while his taxes go up the taxes on big business go down. Bank tax
rates will be cut, saving banks $4 million in state taxes. Insurance company
state taxes are to be reduced by a net of $147 million.
In summary, the Watson Initiative will save big business in California
millions of dollars; It will save individual homeowners a few hundred dollars.
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It will save renters not*. It will spell real economiqbardship for our
senior citizens.
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• It will cost big business relatively little through the tax increases pro-
osed. It will cost ever consumer more in sales taxes articular) those
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with the smoking and drinking habits. And, if the revenue picture is put back
in balance to keep the schools and local government from facing bankruptcy, all
of us will either pay twice as much state income tax as we now pay or else
entiiely new sources of revenue must be found.
In conclusion, I would like to make one positive statement. This Initia-
tive does serve one useful purpose, and I hope we don' t lose sight of that
fact. It directs our attention to the dire need for tax reform in the state
of California. The Watson Initiative is not a reform measure, in my opinion.
As I indicated earlier, it reminds me of somebody offering me a hammer for
my headache.
No thanks. But let's not forget that we. do have a headache. And just
• because we turn down the hammer cure is no reason we shouldn't seek a better
cure elsewhere..
We need tax reform in California, and we need it badly. This Initiative
is not the reform we need. It should be rejected. But once it is rejected,
let's not rest until we find the reform measures that are needed, true re-
forms that will serve our people and our state.
Thank you.
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To Mayor and Council Members From City Administrator
Subject Date \ , r
VOTING REPRESENTATIVES - August 15 , 1972 v
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
Information has been received from the League of California.
Cities requesting that the Mayor and City Council members
designate a voting representative and an alternate voting
representative for the annual League conference in Anaheim
October 15-18 , 1972 . As you know, the League Constitution
provides that each city is entitled to one vote in matters
affecting municipal or League policy.
League officials have also requested that if the City is to
be represented by the Mayor or a member of the City Council ,
it is expected that one of these officials will be designated
as the voting delegate .
It will be appreciated if the selection of the representatives
can be made at the City Council meeting scheduled for Monday ,
August 21 , 1972 .
Respectfully submitted,
David D. Rowlan s
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-42
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Honorable Mayor $ City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject IMPLEMENTATION OF AB 1301 & Date August 14 , 1972
AB 1302 - ADOPTED 1971
At a recent City Council meeting , Councilman Green requested
Administration to study the effect of AB 1301 and AB 1302 and to
ascertain whether the City can require an environmental impact
study on residential subdivisions .
AB 1301
Assembly Bill 1301 amends several sections to the Subdivision Map
Act and Government Code . Thatportion of the bill dealing with
environmental impact statement adds S. 11549 . 4 to the Business and
Professions Code (Subdivision Map Act) which states the following :
A governing body of a city or county shall deny approval
of a final or tentative subdivision map if it makes any
of the following findings :
a. That the proposed map is not consistent with r,
applicable general and specific plans .
b . That the design or improvement of the proposed / a?a-
subdivision is not consistent with applicable
general and specific plans .
C . That the site is not physically suitable for the
type of development .
d. That the site is not physically suitable for the
proposed density of development .
e . That the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements are likely to cause substantial environ-
mental damage or substantially and avoidably injure
fish or wildlife or their habitat .
f. That the design of the subdivision or the type of
improvements is likely to cause serious public
health problems .
g . That the design of the subdivision or the type of
improvements will conflict with easements , acquired
by the public at large , for access through or use
• of property within the proposed subdivision. In
this connection, the governing body may approve a
map if it finds that alternate easements, for access
or for use , will be provided , and that these will be
substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired
by the public .
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The Subdivision Committee takes these factors into consideration
when recommending action to the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission has recently denied two subdivision maps
based on the criteria outlined in this section. Specifically,
Tentative Tract No . 7771 , a proposal to subdivide 30 acres at
the northwest corner of Ellis Avenue and Newland Street , which
has a bluff running diagonally through the property and an
archeological site at the top of the bluff , was denied for the
reasons outlined in Subsection C . (That the site is not physically
suitable for the type of development. )
AB 1302
Assembly Bill 1302 adds S. 11550 . 1 to the Business and Professions
Code (Subdivision Map Act) to permit a city to submit a tentative
map to Office of Intergovernmental Management and request an
evaluation of the environmental impact of the proposed subdivision.
The Office of Intergovernmental Management distributes the maps to
various State agencies for review and comment . Within thirty days
after receipt of the request from the ci-ty, the Office of Inter-
governmental Management transmit these comments and recommendations
to the city .
• The Planning Department has taken advantage of this provision of
the State law for some time and has submitted several maps to the
Office of Intergovernmental Management for their comments . The
areas of concern have been within Huntington Harbour and along the
bluff line on the east section of the Huntington Beach mesa. Maps
are mailed to the State office for reports in other areas where it
is deemed necessary.
Respectfully,
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David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-41
HUNTINGTON REACH
To Honorable Mayor $ City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject REQUEST FOR STATE WATER SUPPLY Date August 14 , 1972
It is suggested that the City Council request the Municipal Water
District of Orange County to have the Metropolitan Water District
supply the City with State water by January 1973 .
The City' s present daily water consumption amounts to 20 , 000 ,000
gallons , of which 34% is imported Metropolitan Water District water
from the Colorado River with the remainder coming from City wells .
The cost of imported water amounts to $57/acre foot (1 acre foot
is 325 ,900 gallons) . It is delivered at three locations , two from
Metropolitan' s Second Lower Feeder and one from the East Orange
County Feeder No . 2 .
The request for State water would affect delivery from the Second
Lower Feeder only and would account for 70% of our imported water .
A $5 . 00 surcharge per acre foot would apply to 23 . 8% of our total
water needs , which would increase our purchased water costs by
$28 ,000/year . This would be a 7% increase over the budgeted amount
of $405 ,000 . The introduction of State water into the City' s water
system will result in a superior quality of water becoming available
to the local citizens .
Respectfully,
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David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
FlaCOUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON REACH
To Mayor and City Council Members From City Adm� inisa-�G�vt�u�;-
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CITY
Subject FIRE TRAINING FACILITY Date A gust 14 , ._J.9.7-2----`b2 1 I
C ITY C T�
As you know, an agreement has been worked out between the four
participating cities to share in the cost of construction of' the
central fire training facility . The bid was awarded at the last
Council meeting to .Julian Waterfield Co . in the amount of $725 ,000 ,
subject to the final moni.tary consideration approval by the four
cities .
The fire chiefs and city managers from Fountain Valley, Westminster
and Huntington Beach have seen the final figures and are in accord.
The city manager from Seal Beach is out of town, however we do not
foresee any problem in that area. The relative percentage that each
city will pay is as follows :
Fountain Valley 13. 2%
Huntington Beach 55 . 7%
Seal Beach 11 . 7%
Westminster 19 . 4%
Now that the actual dollar amount is known, it is requested that
the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the inter-city
document . This is the final step towards combining the operations
of the four city fire departments . We hope that by October 1973
the boundary lines between these jurisdictions will be elim:i.nated
for fire fighting operations .
Respectfully ,
David D. Rowlan s
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-39
HUNTINGTON REACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject HUNTINGTON BEACH FREE Date August 4 , 1972
CLINIC
At the time of budget sessions , we discussed that we had
received a request from the Huntington Beach Free Clinic for
financial assistance in the paying of their rent at 225
5th Street. Since that time we have had a complete investi-
gation of this operation by the Police Department and it has
been thoroughly reviewed by Administration. We have determined
that the Free Clinic is providing a very much needed service
to the community and is doing this in a very satisfactory
manner.
In checking with the Orange County Medical Center, we have
learned that this is in no way a duplication of the services
provided by them and they strongly encourage the continuation
of this free clinic operation.
In the past , we have been paying the rent for the Huntington
Beach Community Center in the amount of $125 a month. This
Community Center is no longer in operation, so this payment
has stopped. Therefore , beginning August 1 we will contribute
$300 monthly to the Huntington Beach Free Clinic. This money
was earmarked in our budget and will present no financial
problem during the current year. The Police Department and
Administration are convinced that it is very beneficial to the
community to keep this clinic going.
Respectfully,
2
avid D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-39
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject HUNTINGTON BEACH FREE Date August 4 , 1972
CLINIC
At the time of budget sessions , we discussed that we had
received a request from the Huntington Beach Free Clinic for
financial assistance in the paying of their rent at 225
5th Street . Since that time we have had a complete investi-
gation of this operation by the Police Department and it has
been thoroughly reviewed by Administration. We have determined
that the Free Clinic is providing a very much needed service
to the community and is doing this in a very satisfactory
manner.
In checking with the Orange County Medical Center, we have
learned that this is in no way a duplication of the services
provided by them and they strongly encourage the continuation
of this free clinic operation.
• In the past , we have been paying the rent for the Huntington
Beach Community Center in the amount of $125 a month. This
Community Center is no longer in operation, so this payment
has stopped. Therefore , beginning August 1 we will contribute
$300 monthly to the Huntington Beach Free Clinic. This money
was earmarked in our budget and will present no financial
problem during the current year. The Police Department and
Administration are convinced that it is very beneficial to the
community to keep this clinic going.
Respectfully,
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avid D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-38
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject TRANSIT SYSTEM Date August 4 , 1972
The following is a summary of problems the city faces in trying
to implement the buses from McDonnell-Douglas or the Huntington
Beach High School District into a limited city transit system :
1 . The types of buses the two groups use are incompatible for
a city transit system. Both types have only one door for
loading and unloading , the buses have standard transmissions
vs . automatic transmissions which are more compatible for
city traffic and the availability of the buses would be quite
restricted. Another complication with the charter buses is
that the seats are cloth covered, not the type needed or wanted
for a beach city. The seats of the school buses are also quite
narrow and not the most comfortable .
The City received only 155 responses out of 40 , 265 newsletters
sent to homes on its bussing survey.
3. According to the Orange County Rapid Transit District , the costs
quoted for use by two firms (Leisure and Douglas) are quite high
on a per mile basis (61It to 85¢) . Th6 types of buses suggested
by the companies are not the newest , whereas O .C .R. T.D. would
use new air conditioned buses and their cost would be approxi-
mately 70¢ per mile .
4 . The firms that did express interest did so with the idea of
establishing eventually a regular transit system, i . e. , they
will want a 5 or 10 year franchise .
5 . If we do start this transit system it may slow O.C .R.T .D . ' s
entry into Huntington Beach. R.T.D . plans to start in the- area
by February, 1973 . The City has also urged the R. T.D . to give
Huntington Beach a higher priority from the standpoint of local
bus service as well as intra-County service .
6 . Since Huntington Beach taxpayers support . O.C .R.T .D. through County
taxes , it seems somewhat illogical to use city funds to start a
transit system which eventually will be in competition with
R. T.D. It seems more logical to use these city funds and induce
R.T.D. to enter the city at an earlier date .
40 Respectfully,
le2David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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.A, I& CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-38
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To _Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject TRANSIT SYSTEM Date August 4 , 1972
The following is a summary of problems the city faces in trying
to implement the buses from McDonnell-Douglas or the Huntington
Beach High School District into a limited city transit system :
1 . The types of buses the two groups use are incompatible for
a city transit system. Both types have only one door for
loading and unloading , the buses have standard transmissions
vs . automatic transmissions which are more compatible for -
city traffic and the availability of the buses would be quite
restricted. Another complication with the charter buses is
that the seats are cloth covered, not the type needed or wanted
for a beach city. The seats of the school buses are also quite
narrow and not the most comfortable .
The City received only 1S5 responses out of 40 , 265 newsletters
• sent to homes on its bussing survey.
3. According to the Orange County Rapid Transit District , the costs
quoted for use by two firms (Leisure and Douglas) are quite high
on a per mile basis (61¢ to 85¢) . The types of buses suggested
by the companies are not the newest , whereas O .C .R.T.D. would
use new air conditioned buses and their cost would be approxi-
mately 70¢ per mile .
4 . The firms that did express interest did so with the idea of
establishing eventually a regular transit system, i .e . , they
will want a 5 or 10 year franchise.
S . If we do start this transit system it may slow O.C .R.T.D. ' s
entry into Huntington Beach. R.T.D . plans to start in the- area
by February, 1973 . The City has also urged the R.T.D . to give
Huntington Beach a higher priority from the standpoint of local
bus service as well as intra-County service .
6 . Since Huntington Beach taxpayers support O.C .R.T .D. through County
taxes , it seems somewhat illogical to use city funds to start a
transit system which eventually will be in competition with
R.T.D. It seems more logical to use these city funds and induce
R.T.D. to enter the city at an earlier date .
• Respectfully ,
le�David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 72- 37
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINCTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject SECOND URBAN TECHNOLOGY Date August 1 , 1972
CONFERENCE
The Second Urban Technology Conference which was held in
San Francisco from July 23rd through the 26th was a most informa-
tive and stimulating experience . Approximately 1 ,500 represen-
tatives from public agencies and private industry were present at
this conference . I shall attempt merely to outline some of the
more important aspects of the panel discussions held; otherwise ,
this would be an unduly long CA.
Panel discussions and seminar sessions were held on the following
subjects : Energy utilities , Management sciences , Computer Sciences ,
Fire-safe building materials , Cable television, Liquid waste manage-
ment , Municipal vehicle design , and Solid waste management .
The basic reason for this conference was to design ways and means
of effecting an economical transfer of technology that has been
developed in the private sector to the public sector where it can
be applied effectively. Certain breakthroughs are occurring in
the field of computer sciences , fire management and energy develop-
ment . A few examples will be given to the City Council Members
in this CA.
One of the other advantages of attending this conference was the
opportunity to meet personally some of the top staff members of the
National Science Foundation and other governmental agencies as well
as some of the top representatives in the field of private enterprise .
As you know, the City is endeavoring to secure support from the
National Science Foundation (NSF) on a locally sponsored program
involving the City, the Ocean View School District and Golden West
College .
Computer and Management Sciences
It was agreed that all programmers should record their particular
activities and duties so that documentation would be available .
Stress was also placed on the analysis of our future computer needs .
Suggestions were made on terminal location and the desirability
of tieing these in with both public and private computer sources
in the future . The development of sound benchmarks in the computer
field was also emphasized so that we will be more concerned about
what , perhaps , we should be doing rather than what we are doing.
• This can be effected with a proper internal analysis of our needs .
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It was also pointed out that the soft ware aspects of the computer
programming cost about 55a of the total.
With respect to management , there was considerable discussion on
the setting of goals or objectives with the understanding that
these are certainly subject to the dynamic changes that are now
occurring in our society. Again , it is essential that all of us
evaluate the on- line objectives periodically.
It was also mentioned that it was extremely difficult to measure
output in various municipal services , but it was agreed that
continued attempts should be made in this direction. Finally ,
a number of speakers talked about the management gap in metropolitan
areas and stressed the importance of all municipalities as well as
private industry trying to work more successfully through
councils of government (COG' s) such as our own SCAG.
Transportation Systems
There were several excellent exhibits showing new techniques in
personal rapid transit systems (PRT) . I was particularly impressed
with the Terrafoil system which was developed by Dr. Hartz of the
. University of Washington. This is a pollution free system which
could very well be utilized in Huntington Beach and Orange County
areas to interconnect with some of our principal traffic generators ,
such as shopping centers , the beach and, hopefully, a new develop-
ment which will occur in the downtown district . The basic
advantage of all PRT systems is that they are non-polluting and
are normally separated from the ground traffic where necessary.
Fire-Safe Building Materials
As the former chairman of the Municipal Fire Defense Institute
(MFDI) , I was assigned to the discussion group on fire-safe building
materials . One of the difficulties inherent in materials that are
fire resistant is that they often emit toxic gases . It was my
suggestion , later adopted by most of the panel members present ,
that the logical and safe approach to this problem was to develop
some type of low cost smoke detection devices which could be
installed in all buildings , both residential and commercial , and
low cost sprinkling systems . It appears to me that a technological
breakthrough of this type could reduce the cost of maintaining fire
departments and also have a very salutary affect on insurance rates
for everyone .
CATV
Several CATV displays were evident in the exhibit area. All agreed
• that the potential use of this communication source by municipalities
CA 72 -37 August 1 , 1972
Second Urban Technology Conference Page 3
was obviously very exciting. One of the suggestions made was
that a coaxial cable might be tied in with the system in City
Hall which would make virtually limitless the CATV application
available . Since our city is now engaged in a consortium with
other cities concerning the proper utilization of CATV, these
discussions were most timely.
Energy Utilities
Inasmuch as the city of Huntington Beach is involved with the
Edison Company in a siting problem concerning plant expansion ,
this was a most appropriate session. All of the laymen as well
as engineers present indicated that it would cost considerable
monies to clean up the environment . All agreed that the public
would generally be willing to pay a reasonable price to achieve this
objective . Those present talked in terms of ten years for short-
range planning and beyond that figure for long-range planning. It
was the concensus that the ultimate answer would be represented by
large nuclear power plants on a regional basis . All agreed that
the public utilities had performed miserably from the standpoint
of public relations . It was suggested that the story be told in
understandable language if the public' s support was to be gained.
Although it was suggested that the demand for energy would double
within the next 10 to 15 years , it was conceded that by a more
efficient operation , this could be accomplished without doing
violence to the environment . Treatment of the nitrous oxide and
sulfur dioxide stood high on the list of pollutants that must be
controlled. One engineer also spoke with enthusiasm about the
possible harnessing of solar energy.
Helicopters
There was an interesting demonstration of the Hughes helicopter
which was termed "the quiet one" . I was personally amazed at the
difference between the noise created by a conventional helicopter
and that which was developed by the new Hughes prototype which was
virtually silent . There was also discussion of the utilization
of the new infrared ray technique which, if used during the night
periods , could illuminate an area as though it were high noon
without the parties on the ground realizing this was occurring .
This aid to our own helicopter program would be of inestimable
value . Chief Robitaille and I have already discussed the possi-
bility of using the Huntington Beach program as an experimental
basis for these new concepts .
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Second Urban Technology Conference Page 4
I want to express my appreciation to the Mayor and members of
the City Council for the opportunity to represent the City of
Huntington Beach at this conference .
Respectfully,
'0a�- A
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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A "fe CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-36
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject BEACH ACQUISITION (HUNTINGTON Date August 1 , 1972
BEACH COMPANY PARCEL)
This memorandum supplements CA 72-C which outlined the Sacramento
events of July 18th concerning State acquisition of the Huntington
Beach Company beach.
It would be appropriate to adopt a resolution (see resolution on
the agenda) urging County support of State acquisition of the
subject beach. The County Ocean & Shoreline Planning & Steering
Committee will be recommending to the Board of Supervisors a
stepped-up effort to purchase the Capistrano Beach Club site as
an extension to Doheny State Beach on August 3 , 1972 , Councilman
Duke and Margaret Carlberg in attendance . As the City is asking
Assemblyman Burke to sponsor legislation for State acquisition of
the local beach and Director Mott. has assigned a very high
priority to the project, it appears that the local beach should
have equal or higher priority with acquisitions further south
that have far less visitation.
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RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the proposed beach acquisition resolution and forward copies
to the appropriate legislative bodies , legislators and the Ocean
$ Shoreline Planning $ Steering Committee .
Respectfully,
David ID.oRowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-35
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject PROPOSED REFUSE ORDINANCE Date August 1 , 1972
The Environmental Council has been reviewing our Refuse
Ordinance and has made some recommendations for changes .
The Public Works Department has reviewed the proposed
refuse ordinance and in their opinion it is time to try
something new to both increase the quality of service
through higher productivity and to enhance it by making it
a cleaner operation.
We think that a great deal could be achieved by requiring
disposable paper or biodegradeable plastic bags . It is
my proposal that we use one fully built up quarter section
as a test area and determine just how effective this might
be. This will also result in an evaluation of public
acceptance of the program.
The program would be as follows :
1 . With the cooperation of the HOME Council and Environmental
Council select a test area.
2 . Conduct a 4 to 8 week time and motion study of present
method.
3. During the test period inform the people of the test
area of the study via the media, meetings and direct
mailouts .
4 . Provide bags , at City expense , to the residents and
conduct a second time and motion study.
5 . Evaluate the test and if conclusions are that the second
method is better , write and recommend the adoption of
the necessary legislation to implement the mandatory use
of bags .
It is proposed that we employ an Industrial Engineering student ,
preferably one doing graduate work, to formalize the sort of
information to be gathered, conduct the study, evaluate it and
make recommendations . Because Rainbow Disposal has a preponder-
ance of Spanish speaking employees I would require that the
Industrial Engineer we employ have both English and Spanish
language abilities .
• Respectfully,
aDav:i;dtD44Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
i COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72- 34
• NUNTINGTON-REACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject ACCEPTANCE OF SCHEMATIC Date July 28 , 1972
DESIGN - 5 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
REVIEW
The design contract for park sites 705 (Greer Annex) , 930 (Glen
View) , 860 (Golden View) , 910 (Marine View) , and 915 (Haven
View) was approved by Council on April 17 , 1972 . These parks
are generally located in mid-city, north of Central Park and
design was initiated so that sites 705 and 930 could be dedicated
and constructed by Shappel Industries , therefore saving approx-
imately 10-150 of the construction cost .
The preliminary schematics for the five neighborhood parks were
presented to each of the respective communities during the weeks
of June 27th and July Sth, 1972 . Community input was incorporated
into a presentation to the Recreation and Parks Commission on
July 12th . The Commission reviewed the schematics in detail and
• made several changes which are included in the drawings presented
this date with a Commission recommendation for approval .
Total construction cost is estimated at $251 , 200 . 00 including
play equipment and design services .
RECOMMENDATION
Approve schematic drawings for park sites 705 , 930, 860 , 910
and 915 and authorize construction drawings to be completed
for bid in September .
Respectfully,
David. D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject PROPOSED EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES Date July 14 , 1972
REVIEW
A public hearing was held July 3rd on 3 proposed code amendments
to provide for the maintenance of horses in a safe and sanitary
manner. Concurrently with the code amendments , a preliminary
plan .of recreational trails was approved in order to qualify
for 1972-73 federal funding. In both of these programs the
city has endeavored to progressively provide adequate and up-to-
date standards for this very important recreational pastime .
As it stands today, all existing stables are non-conforming and
will be phased out at the expiration of their permits unless
alternative sites can be found that fit the new criteria.
This office has recently surveyed 5 sites that fit the basic
equestrian facility requirements . There would be sufficient
space for an exercise or riding ring, parking for vehicles and
stock trailers with a loading ramp or platform, holding stalls ,
adequate water and facilities to stable at least 100 horses .
The survey brings 3 outstanding sites that are included in the
preliminary trail plan:
1 . County Sanitation District Plant No. 2 at the mouth
of the Santa Ana River.
2 . County Sanitation District Plant No . 1 and Edison
Substation Property at the intersection of Garfield
and the Santa Ana . River .
3 . Central Park Property - 10 acres west of the heliport,
north of the mushroom plant, and south of the Talbert
bypass .
These sites have the possibility of tying to existing and proposed
regional and local trails and are compatible with the criteria
listed in the code amendments . They are presented for your
review when discussing equestrian facilities .
Respectfully,
David D . Rowlands
• City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject Proposed Giles Wallace Lease Date June 19-,,._l-972
Pony Rides on Temporary Basis
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REVIEW ------
This lease has been sought on a month-to-month basis until
such time as the Central Park project is completed . The
pony rides will be located at the southeast corner of
Goldenwest and Talbert and will not be within the construction
project area of Central Park. The lease format is identical
to that used by the temporary stable operation formerly located
north of Huntington Lake . The revenue will be $50 per month.
The Recreation and Parks Commission reviewed the proposed
lease on April 12 , 1972 , and recommends execution to the
Council . The City Attorney has approved the form and
content applicable to law.
• RECOMMENDATION
Approve the lease and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute same . In order to avoid problems that have arisen
due to other equestrian activities , it is recommended that
the Minute Action of Council include the words "subject to
adequate dust control" .
Respectfully,
David D . Rowla 7ds
City Administrator
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-21
HUNDNGTON MACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject RECOMMENDED LITIGATION WITH Date May 26 , 1972
GENERAL TELEPHONE COMPANY
During the construction stage for the expansion of a water main
on Springdale Street , a General Telephone conduit was encountered
by the contractor. The City' s staff met with representatives of .
General Telephone to attempt to resolve the situation.
Originally the phone company refused to relocate its conduit .
After several cost analyses it was decided to redesign the
pipeline with special settings . A representative of General
Telephone suggested the cost , estimated to be $10 ,000, be
shared equally by both parties . However , the attorney for
General Telephone ruled against this offer alleging legal
authority justifying their position.
The project was completed and the additional cost submitted to
the City by the contractor as an added charge.
• After reviewing this situation with the City Attorney, I concur
in his belief that the City' s interest is sufficient enough
and our legal position valid enough to pursue litigation since
the present situation may establish a precedent to the detriment
of the City with regard to relocation of utility facilities
pursuant to the City performing a public job .
Respectfully,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City dministrator
Members
Subject WYCLIFFE BIBLE TRANSLATORS Date May 23, 1972
REQUEST FOR RELIEF FROM
SECTION 9730 . 16 , H.B. ORDINANCE
CODE
Wycliffe Bible Translators , Inc. is building its International
Headquarters in Huntington Beach at Beach Boulevard and Adams .
Their operation requires the temporary warehousing of materials
relating to their work , pending completion of their permanent
facility .
Wycliffe will be filing an application for Administrative Review
by the Board of Zoning Adjustments for the use of the former
Manthei residence at Talbert and Gothard Streets for this purpose.
However, the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requires the
installation of street improvements .
• In this instance , in view of the temporary proposed use and
the substantial improvements (several hundred feet on Talbert
and Gothard) , the Director of Public Works recommends the
requirement be waived. If the City Council concurs with the
recommendation of the Director of Public Works , the City
Council , by minute action, should authorize the Board of
Zoning Adjustments to waive the requirement .
Respectfully,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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STATEMENT OF THE ACTION OF CITY COUNCIL
Council Chamber, City Hall
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, June 5, 1972
WVz Coen called the regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 7:00 P.M.
Councilmen Present: Bartlett Gibbs Matney, Duke, Coen
Shipley (arrived at 7:25 P.M.) Green (arrived at 10:30 P.M.
Councilmen Absent: None
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REQUEST FOR RELIEF FROM SECTION 9730.16 OF THE H B.O.C. - WYCLIFFE BIBLE TRANSLATORS
The City Administrator informed Council of a recommendation from the Director of
Public Works recommending that the request of Wycliffe Bible Translators for a
waiver of street improvements on property located on Talbert Avenue and Gothard
Street be granted, as their operation will require only temporary warehousing of
materials pending completion of their permanent facility.
On motion by Matney, Council concurred with the recommendation of the Director of
Public Works and authorized the Board of Zoning Adjustments to grant a waiver to
Wycliffe Bible Translators for street improvements on property located on Talbert
Avenue and Gothard Street, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, Gibbs, Green, Matney, Duke, Coen
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
On motion by Green the regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach adjourned at 12:05 A.M.
to June 12 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber
The motion was passed by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, Gibbs, Green, Matney, Duke, Coen
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
Paul C. .Tones
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
ATTEST:
Paul C Jones Alvin M. Coen
City Clerk Mayor
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
County of Orange ) ss:
City of Huntington Beach )
I, PAUL C. JONES, the duly elected, qualified and acting City Clerk of the City of
Huntington Beach, California, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true
and correct Statement of Action of the City Council of said City at their regular
meeting held on the 5th day of June 197Z
WITNESS my hand and seal of the said City of Huntington`.Beach.this the 7th day of
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Paul C. Jones
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
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• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
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Subject ORANGE COUNTY BICYCLE STUDY Date ay 23 , 19 72 +��
RECOMMENDATIONS TO AMEND _.__._..__.
SB 147
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Bicycles have been an increasing source of difficulty in
both the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Orange
County, as well as California. Legislation has been
introduced at the State level which would direct attention
to this problem. Senate Bill 147 is one of the Bills
introduced. The Orange County Bicycle Study, compiled
by the Orange County Criminal Justice Council , suggests
alternatives that should be incorporated in the Bill .
Basically, the changes provide for the requirements and
methods of licensing, licensing revenues , and requirements
of retailers to serialize bicycles . It also proposes that
the Department of Justice maintain records relative to
stolen and lost bicycles .
It is recommended that that the Huntington Beach City
Council adopt the recommendations of the report to amend
S .B . 147 by minute action and direct that the Council 's
minute action be forwarded to each of the Orange County
Legislators in Sacramento .
Respectfully ,
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City Administrator
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To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject CENTRAL PARK CONCESSION Date May 8 , 1972
DEVELOPMENT
Two sets of documents are transmitted for your review and
approval :
1 . Proposed Park Concession Policy
2 . Draft Invitation for Concession Proposals
As the Central Park Construction contract was awarded on April 3 ,
it is appropriate to next consider park concession policy, the
solicitation of proposals and subsequent implementation. It is
proposed that the two documents above , based on the EDAW economic
study and staff surveys , form the basis for the eventual solicita-
tion and award of a master lease.
There is a major advantage of proceeding now due to the ease of
concession installation during construction. A second advantage
is that all proposals can be thoroughly reviewed team
expertise composed of the Directors of Finance , Public Works ,
Recreation and Parks and City Administrator .
The proposed documents have been reviewed by the City Attorney
and recommended to Council by the Recreation and Parks Commission.
RECOMMENDATIONS
1 . Adopt the Park Concession Policy.
2 . Approve the solicitation of proposals .
3. Instruct the City Administrator to make a concessionaire
recommendation.
Respectfully submitted ,
.lam`
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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PROPOSED PARK CONCESSION POLICY
In the preparation of this policy and any potential concession ,
consideration is given to the procedures , terms and conditions under
which concession agreements are made throughout Southern California
and the state . These will include safeguards as to public interest ,
reversion to public ownership and operation, and rental fees for
concession activities required to provide full service to the public
and still provide partial funding to offset maintenance costs . This
policy will not concern itself with user fees which should be con-
sidered as a separate policy.
The following philosophy should form the outline for standard con-
cession agreements :
1 . The City should encourage the use of private capital for develop-
ment of needed concession facilities in parks .
2 . The City will provide all primary facilities such as utilities
to concession site , paths , and ancillary requirements .
3. Contracts with concessionaires for construction and operation
of facilities should be awarded through negotiation on the basis
of probable success .
4 . The determination of gross percentage rates should be based on
evaluation of the following factors :
a. The investment capital required.
b . The potential gross revenue .
C . The potential net revenue .
d . The controls exercised and maintained by the City.
e . The high possessory interest tax applied to local
government concessions in this county.
5 . The concessionaire ' s capital investment and amortization schedule
should be evaluated. If investment is high, the concessionaire
should be allowed a reasonable early amortization period or long
term contract in order to provide the City a greater overall
total revenue during the life of the contract .
6 . The City should provide strict audit and price control on
services of the concessionaire .
7 . The City will construct and operate all parking facilities except
those that are an integral part of a concession.
8 . All proposed concessions will be evaluated as to imaginative
character and non-carnival nature with architectural and
structural controls administered by appropriate City agencies .
9 . The level of service will be to conduct and maintain the
concession as a safe , clean, and first class operation.
10. The concessionaire will maintain insurance policies during
the term of the contract covering public liability and property
damage in minimum sums to protect the City.
11 . The concessionaire will comply with all standards of health
codes , safety, maintenance and courtesy to best serve the
interests of all concerned .
INVITATION FOR PROPOSALS
MASTER LEASE CONCESSION DEVELOPMENT
HUNTINGTON CENTRAL PARK
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AVAILABLE TO PUBLIC
WHAT: An opportunity to invest in the acquisition of a
master concession leasehold for boat rentals , two
refreshment stands , and bicycle rentals plus
ancillary services common to these concessions .
WHERE : Huntington Central Park, Huntington Beach, California.
This 207 acre recreational park complex is in the
physical and population center of the city. The park
has two lakes and will become the focal point for the
passive recreational activities of the greater
Huntington Beach community.
WHEN: Proposals for financing , design, construction and
operation of the concessions will be accepted on or
before July 1 , 1972 . At the earliest possible date ,
this office will analyze the proposals submitted ,
recommend a master-lessee developer and a proposed
contract to the Recreation and Parks Commission and
City Council for approval . This will assure the
utmost possible coordination between concession
development and park improvements now under construction.
WHO : To obtain information or discuss the concession program
at the park, please contact :
Tom Severns , Development Coordinator
City Administrator ' s Office
City of Huntington Beach
520 Pecan Avenue , P .O. Box 190
Huntington Beach, California 92648
Telephone : (714) 536-5207
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
MASTER LEASE CONCESSION DEVELOPMENT
HUNTINGTON CENTRAL PARK
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Huntington Central Park, approximately 200 acres in size , has more
potential for fulfilling the recreational needs of Western Orange
County than most parks in the area. The park will ultimately cover
400 acres to include either a golf course or high-activity area.
Accessibility to the park is excellent , direct service being provided
by two major arterial highways expected to handle 30 ,000 cars a day
by 1980 . The San Diego Freeway is approximately two miles to the
north. Should Coast Freeway be completed to the south, the park
would be visited on a regional basis .
The existence of two natural lakes on the site will significantly
contribute to the recreational potential as one is planned ex-
clusively for fishing and the other for fishing and boating. The
new Huntington Central Library and Cultural Resource Center will
be built in 1972-73 at a cost of $3 , 000 , 000 on a knoll overlooking
the fishing lake .
The population of the city has a median age of 24 . 7 with the current
census exceeding 137 , 000 people . It is anticipated that the population
will exceed 225 , 000 by 1990 . Projected annual attendance for the park
developed by D .R.A. reveals 1 ,089 , 000 visitors in 1975 , 1 ,400 ,000 in
1980 and 1 ,870 ,000 in 1990 . These figures include only those people
who participate in outdoor recreation activities not including golf.
MAJOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A MASTER LEASE
The proposal should include the lease provisions and general expectations
highlighted below. This information is not intended to be definitive
or all -inclusive but will provide a general understanding of the
responsibilities of a prospective lessee .
1 . Term
Your proposal should indicate the term of lease which you will
require . Generally , the City prefers a 25 year lease . The
lessee shall have the right of first refusal if lessor chooses
to re-lease the premises at the end of the lease term and does
not seek competitive proposals .
2 . Rental
Please state the rental you propose to pay to the City on the
following basis :
a. Fixed minimum monthly or annual rental for all operations
to be included in Master Lease .
b. Percentage rentals applied on an individual basis to boat
rentals , food sales , refreshment sales and sales of services
in various concessions proposed.
Please state method of renting subleased concessions , either on
a percentage or square footage basis and the amount of revenue
to the City on whichever basis payment is to be made .
3. Financial and Background Information
Your proposal should indicate your ability to finance the
improvements , as well as background information on the proposed
operator ' s experience in managing other concessions of high
quality. Each proposal should describe the quality and standard
of service which is planned for the concessions .
In evaluating proposals , the City will take into account not
only the amount of rental offered , but also such factors as the
financial ability of the developer to finance all improvements ,
the experience of the operator , the amount of planned capital
investment , and the standard of service to be offered.
Developers are requested to provide with their proposals a "pro-
forma" balance sheet and income statement which represents the
financial position of the Master Lessee organization.
4 . Architectural Design and Construction Standards
The Master Lessee will be responsible for financing any structural
improvements necessary to the concession. These costs may be
amortized over the 25-year period of the lease . The City will
provide restrooms for general park operations as well as other
improvements generally associated with a picnic ground atmosphere.
The Master Lessee ' s improvements must be of a style and quality
consistant with the design and character of the park. The City' s
Recreation and Parks Commission and Design Review Board shall
review and approve all site and construction planning. Your
attention is also directed to pertinent requirements and regula-
tions of the City' s Building Code .
S . Completion of Improvements
The City desires to open the park to the public by August , 1973 .
Your proposal should indicate the estimated length of time you
will require for preparation of plans and specifications and
completion of improvements following execution of a lease with
the City.
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6. Licenses and Permits
The successful Master Lessee will be required to obtain and
pay for all licenses and permits required for the financing ,
design, installation and operation of this type development .
7 . Business Limitations , Fee and Price Structure
The premises shall be used exclusively for the purpose of
operating approved concession and ancillary services . All
fees and prices charged will be similar to those for like
services and items sold in the general area. All prices
and changes thereof will require prior approval by the City.
The Master Lessee or his agents shall not use , possess , serve ,
sell or offer to sell alcoholic beverages on the premises
unless allowed by law and permitted by City. Should the
proposal include a family restaurant as illustrated on the
master plan, alcoholic beverages may be included in this
facility subject to conditions approved by the City Council .
8 . Insurance Requirements
Master Lessee shall save and hold the City harmless from any
liability arising directly or indirectly from its operations
in Huntington Central Park. Master Lessee shall acquire and
shall cause to be held in effect , during the entire term of
the lease , a policy of public liability insurance acceptable
to the City and naming City as co-insured therein, as follows :
a. $1 ,000 ,000 each person
b. $3 , 000 ,000 each occurrence
C . $150 ,000 property damage
A copy of said policy shall be deposited with City. Fire and
extended coverage will be carried for 90 percent of the full
insurable value of improvements constructed by the lessee.
9. Hypothecation and Assignment
Lessee may pledge the leasehold interest as security for a
construction loan , subject to prior approval of the City.
The lessee shall not assign or delegate any of its duties under
the terms of the agreement without prior approval of the City.
10 . Utilities
Master Lessee shall pay for all utility costs in his leased area .
11 . Taxes
The lessee shall pay all applicable taxes including possessory
interest taxes .
12 . Bonds
Faithful Performance Bond : The Master Lessee will be required
to provide the City with a faithful performance bond.
Construction Bond : The Master Lessee shall be required to furnish
a construction bond to guarantee that improvements in the concession
areas shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
MASTER LEASE CONCESSION DEVELOPMENT
HUNTINGTON CENTRAL PARK
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Huntington Central Park , approximately 200 acres in size , has more
potential for fulfilling the recreational needs of Western Orange
County than most parks in the area . The park will ultimately cover
400 acres to include either a golf course or high-activity area.
Accessibility to the park is excellent , direct service being provided
by two major arterial highways expected to handle 30 ,000 cars a day
by 1980 . The San Diego Freeway is approximately two miles to the
north. Should Coast Freeway be completed to the south, the park
would be visited on a regional basis .
The existence of two natural lakes on the site will significantly
contribute to the recreational potential as one is planned ex-
clusively for fishing and the other for fishing and boating . The
new Huntington Central Library and Cultural Resource Center will
be built in 1972- 73 at a cost of $3 , 000 , 000 on a knoll overlooking
the fishing lake .
The population of the city has a median age of 24 . 7 with the current
census exceeding 137 , 000 people . It is anticipated that the population
will exceed 225 , 000 by 1990 . Projected annual attendance for the park
developed by D .R.A. reveals 1 ,089 ,000 visitors in 1975 , 1 ,400 ,000 in
1980 and 1 ,870 , 000 in 1990 . These figures include only those people
who participate in outdoor recreation activities not including golf.
MAJOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A MASTER LEASE
The proposal should include the lease provisions and general expectations
highlighted below. This information is not intended to be definitive
or all -inclusive but will provide a general understanding of the
responsibilities of a prospective lessee .
1 . Term
Your proposal should indicate the term of lease which you will
require . Generally , the City prefers a 25 year lease . The
lessee shall have the right of first refusal if lessor chooses
to re-lease the premises at the .end of the lease term and does
not seek competitive proposals .
2 . Rental
Please state the rental you propose to pay to the City on the
following basis :
a. Fixed minimum monthly or annual rental for all operations
to be included in Master Lease .
b . Percentage rentals applied on an individual basis to boat
rentals , food sales , refreshment sales and sales of services
in various concessions proposed.
Please state method of renting subleased concessions , either on
a percentage or square footage basis and the amount of revenue
to the City on whichever basis payment is to be made .
3. Financial and Background Information
Your proposal should indicate your ability to finance the
improvements , as well as background information on the proposed
operator ' s experience in managing other concessions of high
quality. Each proposal should describe the quality and standard
of service which is planned for the concessions .
In evaluating proposals , the City will take into account not
only the amount of rental offered, but also such factors as the
financial ability of the developer to finance all improvements ,
the experience of the operator , the amount of planned capital
investment , and the standard of service to be offered.
Developers are requested to provide with their proposals a "pro-
forma" balance sheet and income statement which represents the
financial position of the Master Lessee organization.
4 . Architectural Design and Construction Standards
The Master Lessee will be responsible for financing any structural
improvements necessary to the concession. These costs may be
amortized over the 25-year period of the lease . The City will
provide restrooms for general park operations as well as other
improvements generally associated with a picnic ground atmosphere .
The Master Lessee ' s improvements must be of a style and quality
consistant with the design and character of the park. The City' s
Recreation and Parks Commission and Design Review Board shall
review and approve all site and construction planning. Your
attention is also directed to pertinent requirements and regula-
tions of the City' s Building Code .
S . Completion of Improvements
The City desires to open the park to the public by August , 1973 .
Your proposal should indicate the estimated length of time you
will require for preparation of plans and specifications and
completion of improvements following execution of a lease with
the City .
6 . Licenses and Permits
The successful Master Lessee will be required to obtain and
pay for all licenses and permits required for the financing ,
design, installation and operation of this type development .
7 . Business Limitations , Fee and Price Structure
The premises shall be used exclusively for the purpose of
operating approved concession and ancillary services . All
fees and prices charged will be similar to those for like
services and items sold in the general area. All prices
and changes thereof will require prior approval by the City.
The Master Lessee or his agents shall not use , possess , serve ,
sell or offer to sell alcoholic beverages on the premises
unless allowed by law and permitted by City. Should the
proposal include a family restaurant as illustrated on the
master plan, alcoholic beverages may be included in this
facility subject to conditions approved by the City Council .
8 . Insurance Requirements
Master Lessee shall save and hold the City harmless from any
liability arising directly or indirectly from its operations
in Huntington Central Park. Master Lessee shall acquire and
shall cause to be held in effect , during the entire term of
. the lease , a policy of public liability insurance acceptable
to the City and naming City as co-insured therein, as follows :
a. $1 , 000 , 000 each person
b. $3 ,000 ,000 each occurrence
C . $150 ,000 property damage
A copy of said policy shall be deposited with City. Fire and
extended coverage will be carried for 90 percent of the full
insurable value of improvements constructed by the lessee .
9 . Hypothecation and Assignment
Lessee may pledge the leasehold interest as security for a
construction loan , subject to prior approval of the City.
The lessee shall not assign or delegate any of its duties under
the terms of the agreement without prior approval of the City.
10 . Utilities
Master Lessee shall pay for all utility costs in his leased area .
11 . Taxes
The lessee shall pay all applicable taxes including possessory
interest taxes .
12 . Bonds
Faithful Performance Bond : The Master Lessee will be required
to provi e t e City with a faithful performance bond.
Construction Bond : The Master Lessee shall be required to furnish
a construction bond to guarantee that improvements in the concession
areas shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City.
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CITY OF HfUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72-9
• HUNEINGTON BEACH
To Mayor rind City Council From City Administrator
Members APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL
Subject JOINT LEAGUE OF CITIES-- Date April. 11 , 1972 17
COUNTY COMMITTEE ON SB 325 �- """"......
FUNDS
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Enclosed for your review are copies of an agreement and
resolution outlining the manner in which the City would
participate in an environmental enhancement program
utilizing SB 325 funds (additional sales tax increment
due to imposition of sales tax on gasoline) .
A joint meeting of the League of Cities and County
Committee met and concurred with the intent of the attached
agreement and resolution and respectfully requests that
your honorable body review this material , adapt the resolu-
tion to its needs , and agree to participate in this program.
• Respectfully,
David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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Enclosures
SUPERVISOR, FOURTH DISTRICT
RALPH B . CLARK
ORANGE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
515 NORTH SYCAMORE,SANTA ANA,CALIFORNIA 92701
x PHONE: 834-3440 (AREA CODE 714)
DATE : April 4, 1972
TO: All Orange County City Councilmen
FROM: Ralph B. Clark, Supervisor, Fourth District
SUBJECT : Joint League of Cities-County Committee on SB 325 Funds
A joint meeting of the League of Cities and County Committee was held
on March 30 to study the environmental enhancement program utilizing
SB 325 funds (additional sales tax increment due to imposition of
sales tax on gasoline) .
This committee concurred with the intent of the attached agreement and
resolution, which is the participation of the cities and the county in
a coordinated environmental enhancement program.
• In order to have meaningful discussion at the April 13 League of Cities
meeting, I have been asked by the joint committee to provide these
attachments to each city councilman.
It is the hope of this committee that each city will be able to review
this material , adapt the resolution to their needs, and agree to
participate in this program to benefit all the citizens of Orange
County.
Sincerely,
Ralph B. Clark, Supervisor, Fourth District
Gabrielle Pryor, Councilwoman, Irvine
Robert Nevil , Councilman, La Habra
Milan Dostal , Councilman, Newport Beach
Frank Sales, Councilman, Seal Beach
Max Reynolds, Councilman, Orange
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• Attachments: Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 72-315
Proposed Agreement
Minutes of Joint Meeting
. 1 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF
2 ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
3 March 28, 1972
4 On motion of Supervisor Clark , duly seconded and carried,
5 the following Resolution was adopted:
6 WHEREAS, the 1972 State Legislature adopted Senate Bill 325; and
7 WHEREAS, this bill will be effective July 1, 1972 to provide that
8 the existing State sales tax shall be applicable to the sale of gasoline;
9 and
10 WHEREAS, as a result of the adoption of this bill, the County of
11 Orange and the Cities of this County will receive additional funds from
12 their existing 1% local sales tax because it will include the sale of
13 gasoline which was heretofore exempt from sales taxes; and
14 WHEREAS, in the opinion of this Board these sums should be used
off; 15 for coordinated County-wide efforts, such as bicycle trails, greenbelts
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18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
19 (1) This Board does hereby agree to set aside those sums as a
20 special budget unit which it will receive from the 17. County sales tax
21 which will be attributable to the sale of gasoline.
22 (2) This Board does urge all Cities of this County to also set
23 aside in a special category such sums that they will receive from the
24 imposition of the sales tax on the sale of gasoline.
25 (3) This Board does urge that meetings take place between the
26 representatives of this County and various Cities to make recommendations
27 concerning the use of these funds in a coordinated manner.
28 (4) The County Administrative Officer is directed to take steps
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29 to make an estimate of the sums the County of Orange will receive be-
30 cause of the imposition of the State sales tax on gasoline.
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CHP/ph Resolution No. 72- 319 1.
Sales Tax Increment Study
1 AYES: SUPERVISORS RALPH B. CLARK, RONALD W. ,CASPERS, R. W.
• BATTIN, DAVID L. BAKER AND WILLIAM J. PHILLIPS
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8 COUNTY OF ORANGE
7 1, W. E. ST JOHN, County Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the Board
8 of Supervisors of Orange County, California, hereby certify that the
. 9 above and foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted by the
10 said Board at a regular meeting thereof held on the 28th day of
11 March , 1972, and passed by a unanimous vote of said
12 Board ,
13 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this
14 28th day of March 19Z9
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• County C;letk,'and ex-of ficio"Clerk
8a 17 of the 'Board of Supervisors, .of
Orange County, California
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1 AGREEMENT
2 WHEREAS, the County of Orange and the various cities within the
3 County shall receive additional sales tax revenue effective July 1,
4 1972, because the one percent (17.) local sales tax will include the
5 sale of gasoline, which was heretofore exempt from sales tax; and
6 WHEREAS, in the opinion of the parties to this Agreement, these
7 monies should be used locally for coordinated County-wide efforts, such
8 as bicycle trails, greenbelts, and such other projects which will
9 improve the environment of this County and will be for the benefit of
10 all citizens of Orange County; and
11 WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors, by Resolution dated March 28,
12 1972, has agreed that said extra funds will be set aside for such pur-
13 poses as shall be mutually agreed upon by the parties to this Agreement;
14 NOW, THEREFORE, the signatories shown below hereby agree as
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18 1. Each party to this Agreement does hereby agree to set aside
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18, tial portion of those monies which it will receive from the one percent
19 (1%) sales tax which will be attributable to the sale of gasoline.
20 2. The parties to this Agreement shall appoint a committee
21 consisting of city councilmen, representing separate cities of various
22 sizes, one member of the Board of Supervisors, one appropriate employee
23 each from the represented cities, the County Planning Director, and
24 the County Road Commissioner to develop and propose coordinated uses of
25 the sums involved which will improve the transportation environment of
26 Orange County.
27 3. The County Administrative Officer and the finance directors
28 of the represented cities shall take steps to make an estimate, and a
29 method of determining, the sums that the parties to this Agreement will
• 30 receive because of the imposition of the State sales tax on gasoline.
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MINUTES
• JOINT LEAGUE OF CITIES - COUNTY COMMITTEE RE: SB 325
March 30, 1972
Subject: Use of sales tax on gasoline for environmental enhancement
programs
Attendance:
Ralph Clark Supervisor, Fourth District
Milan Dostal Councilman, Newport Beach
Gabrielle Pryor Councilwoman, Irvine
Max Reynolds Councilman, Orange
Frank Sales Councilman, Seal Beach
John Cyprien Parks & Recreation Director, Orange
John Heppert County Administrative Office
Murray Storm Assistant County Road Commissioner
Rod Sackett County Greenbelt Coordinator
Jim Van Derhyder Seal Beach
Bill Wollett City Manager, Irvine
Bob Yablonski Harbors, Beaches & Parks
Supervisor Clark began the meeting by summarizing the provisions of SB 325 and
• explaining that effective July 1, 1972, the County and the various cities within
the County will receive additional revenue because of the extension of the one
percent sales tax to gasoline purchases. As an indication of good faith with
the intent of this legislation, it was suggested that each city and the County
agree to earmark their share of the estimated $2.4 million due the County for
environmental enhancement programs within their jurisdictions.
Supervisor Clark distributed copies of the resolution the Board of Supervisors
adopted on March 28, 1972, which committed the County to use the monies it will
receive for some type of coordinated County effort such as bicycle trails,
greenbelts and such other projects which will improve the environment of the
County. Specifically, the Board resolved to set aside its share (estimated at
$130,000 next year) as a special budget unit and urged all cities to do like-
wise. A proposed agreement patterned after this resolution was also distributed.
It alluded to the Board resolution and called upon each party to the agreement
to set aside in a separate category, budget unit or other special fund a sub-
stantial portion of those monies which it will receive from the sale of gasoline.
In addition, the proposed agreement requires that the parties appoint a committee
to develop and propose coordinated uses of the sums involved which will improve
the environment of the County.
The agreement was reviewedpin some detail and after a number of changes were
proposed and discussed, it was agreed that the agreement should remain un-
changed, except for the addition of the word "locally" after "monies should be
used" in line 7.
• Considerable discussion centered around how the additional sales tax revenue
should be used. Councilman Sales suggested that it basically be used for
bicycle trails but that there be flexibility to permit other uses. Councilman
Dostal agreed and was of the opinion that the revenue could be used as seed
• money to secure federal grants, particularly if a jurisdiction could show
that its project was part of a plan approved by the joint committee called
for in the proposed agreement discussed above. Mr. Storm appeared to achieve
consensus by stating the intent of the agreement was to commit SB 325 money
for environmental enhancement programs whether they be of a regional benefit,
such as bicycle trails, or of a strictly local benefit, such as a neighbor-
hood park. The more regional in scope a project is, the more chance it has
of receiving matching State or Federal subventions.
Mr. Heppert stated that according to State Controller estimates, approxi-
mately 6.8% of the sales tax generated on a statewide basis next year will
be attributable to gasoline purchases. Mr. Storm indicated that in Orange
County, .the figure would be approximately 8%. Discussion insued, and it was. .
generally agreed that a percentage ranging from 5 to 8% of each jurisdiction's
future sales tax revenue should be allocated for environmental enhancement.
Councilwoman Pryor felt that the No. 1 step would be to get cities to place
gasoline related sales tax revenue in Environmental Enhancement Fund.
Councilman Sales agreed and further stated that if nothing more is accom-
plished than getting cities to place this money in such a fund, the Joint
League of Cities - County effort would be a success.
At the conclusion of the meeting, it was the unanimous suggestion of the
joint committee that a copy of the proposed agreement and Board of Supervisor's
resolution be sent to all cities for study and report back to the League of
Cities. Councilman Dostal agreed to reserve time at the League's April
• meeting to brief the cities regarding today's meeting. He also mentioned that
a vote for or against the proposed agreement might not take place until the
League's May meeting, because voting motions are usually read one month in
advance of the actual vote. However, every attempt would be made to expedite
the vote at the April meeting. Cities were urged to take Council action on
the agreement prior to the April meeting, if possible.
The next meeting of the joint committee was set for 7:30 a.m. , April 20, 1972,
at the Holiday Inn located across from The City. The City of Orange agreed
to host this breakfast meeting.
BOB YABLONSK
Harbors, Beaches and Parks
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 7 2 - 8
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
NI IN I IN(.ION NI M 11
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject DESIGN CONTRACT FOR FIVE Date April 10 , 1972
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
REVIEW
A design contract with Courtland Paul and Associates for park
sites 705 (Greer Annex) , 930 (Glen View) , 860 (Golden View) ,
910 (Marine View) , and 915 (Haven View) was affirmatively
recommended to Council by the Recreation and Parks Commission
on March 8 , 1972 .
These parks are located in mid-city, north of Central Park,
and are in addition to the four parks presently under design
for the eastern portion of the city. The purpose of initiating
a design contract is to immediately implement sites 70S and 930
simultaneously with the Shapell Industries tract construction
southeast of McFadden and Goldenwest (See Final Map of Tract
7663 on Consent Calendar) . Pursuant to the conditions for tract
• map approval , park dedication fees and subsequent park construc-
tion by Shapell would result in considerable savings to the City.
Scheduling for the parks now will allow early completion of
construction drawings on sites 705 and 930 and for the other
three parks sometime in September . Play equipment is included
in the estimated construction cost of $251 , 200 plus absorbtion
of the architect ' s fee. The fee is 8 per cent of the budget
which was negotiated from the adopted 11 . 6 per cent of the
California Council of Landscape Architect ' s schedule .
RECOMMENDATION
Approve and authorize execution by the Mayor and City Clerk
subject to approval of Final Tract Map No . 7663.
Respectfully,
D By �igy c ��av'd D. Rowlands
ON i1�y Administrator
• r- r •• GSTY CLERK
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION i5 CA 7 2 -7
. HUNTINGTON BEACHC�U
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject WATER CIRCULATION PROBLEMS Date April 7 , 1972
IN HUNTINGTON HARBOUR
A meeting took place between representatives of the Department of
Harbors , Beaches and Development and residents in the Humboldt
Island area of Huntington Harbour to resolve water circulation
problems in this area.
A City diving crew performed two dives to collect water samples
which were taken to McDonnell -Douglas Astronautics Space Laboratory
for analyzing . As soon as results of this analysis are received ,
a comprehensive report will be compiled and any necessary recommenda-
tions will be suggested .
The Department of Harbors , Beaches & Development expects to have its
laboratory functioning in the near future so that numerous studies
of this nature can be conducted in the Huntington Harbour area , the
ocean and some of our lakes .
• It is anticipated that these studies will result in a cleaner and
more healthful environment for our community.
Respectfully,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF H`lNTINGTON BEACH CA 72--6
�. COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION ,
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
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Subject ELIMINATION OF REMNANTS Date April 6 , 1972 ,
OF OLD PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAYi
BRIDGE
Several weeks ago the question arose at a City Council meeting
regarding the old Pacific Coast Highway bridge which is located
within the Naval Ammunition Depot in the City of Seal Beach .
This matter has been investigated by Mr. Vincent Moorhouse
and the City Engineer ' s office .
It should be brought to your attention that the bridge is not
located within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington
Beach and , therefore , does not come under our jurisdiction .
It is also interesting to note that the bridge was turned over
to the Navy in 1942 and , based on all known facts , is probably
the responsibility of the Department of Defense to take action
in this matter .
A letter has been sent to Congressman Craig Hosmer on behalf
of the City Council to encourage him to do whatever is possible
to have the Navy remove this hazard to navigation .
Respectfully ,
David D . Rowlands
City Administrator
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COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 72 - 5
HUNTINGTON BEACH
To Mayor and City Council From City Administrator
Members
Subject SAFETY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT Date April 6 , 1972
PROGRAM
AB 452 and AB 472 are bills introduced by the Legislature
which are concerned with incorporating the California
Highway Patrol Retirement Program for all safety employees .
Our present costs for retirement benefits for safety
employees amounts to $395 ,408/year which represents a
property tax rate of 10 . 14¢. If these bills are adopted
the costs would increase to $1 ,020 ,309/year representing
a property tax rate of 26 . 16�.
I believe that Assembly Bills 452 and 472 should be opposed
by your honorable body unless the State assumes the
responsibility of providing-ending for all additional costs .
• Respectfully,
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 72 -4
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
Mayor and City Council
To Members From City Administrator
Subject U. H . F . JOINT POWERS Date April 6 , 1972
AGREEMENT
The City Council. has previously approved an agreement with
the County of Orange Communications Department to install
a U. H . F. system over the next three years . Authorization
is now requested for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an
agreement authorizing the County to make the necessary
equipment purchases under our cooperative purchasing
agreement . The agreement has been approved by the City
Attorney ' s office and the signing is recommended by the
City Administrator.
Respectfully ,
�"'or
David D. Rowlands
City Administrator
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 72-Z
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
To From
City Council City Administrator
Subject Date March 1 7 , 1972
Conditional Exceptions
During the past two weeks City Attorney Bonfa , Planning Director
Reynolds and I have discussed the subject of Conditional Exceptions .
The Council members are familiar with the difficulties that have
been encountered during the past few years regarding some cases
which have come to the attention of the City Council . It is the
recommendation of the City Attorney and the City Administrator
that the City Council , as a matter of policy , set forth the
particular and specific findings in numerical order in all
conditional exception cases . The form which would..-.be used would
follow the general outline listed below:
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.
With reference to hardship , we find that the property in
this conditional exception case will suffer a legal hard-
ship if the request for conditional exception is denied .
Particular findings , upon which the finding of hardship
is based , are as follows :
( INSTRUCTIONS : particular findings should be listed
below and numbered consecutively . )
FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION
By
Secretary
FOR THE CITY COUNCIL
By
City Clerk
Respectfully,
�Da_vidD . Rowlands ®/
City Administrator ,
CA 72-1
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION
• HUNTINGTON BEACH
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To From
Honorable Mayor & Council David D . Rowlands
Administrator
Subject Fire Station Site in Edison Date
Community Park March 14 , 1972
REVIEW
The City has purchased approximately 27 acres of the former
County Refuse Disposal Station #16 for Edison Community
Park. An additional 4 . 59 acres were acquired from Getty Oil
Company while 5 acres were sold, at cost , to the Huntington
Beach Elementary School District for use as a playground per
conditions of the County sale to the City. This property,
together with the Edison right-of-way, comprise an approximate
40 acre community park that will accommodate a community
center, fire station and eventually a branch library.
As the sale of the property from County to City contains a con-
dition that the property must remain as a parks and recreational
facility in perpetuity, the City was first instructed to obtain
a waiver of this condition based on the mutual aid concept of
thTi' station. This was not acceptable to the total Board of
Supervisors due to precedent. They have therefore requested the
City (on March 14th) to deed 4 , 500 square feet of the Getty
property to the County (fire station building equals 4 , 500 sq .
ft. ) in exchange for 4 , 500 square feet of the dump site. The
Getty property will then be deeded back to the City with the
parks use restriction. This paper transaction has been reviewed
with the City Attorney and there is no legal objection to this
process .
In order to expedite the process to allow construction, the
Board filed a "Notice of Intent to Trade Property" on
March 14 , 1972 , and requested the City to adopt the concept.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the trade concept in principle and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents .
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