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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRobin Samsoe Ad Hoc Committee tribute recommendation('. (ti Dept. ID CS 14-020 Page 1 of 2 Meeting Date: 9/2/2014 CITY OF HUNTINGTON REACH REQUEST FOR. CITY COUNCIL ACTION MEETING DATE: 9/2/2014 SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager PREPARED BY: Janeen Laudenback, Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Robin Samsoe Ad Hoc Committee tribute recommendation Statement of Issue: City staff was directed to work with City Council to establish an Ad Hoc committee to provide an appropriate tribute to Robin Samsoe. A plaque has been developed and now needs final approval by the City Council. Financial Impact: Sufficient funds are available in the Community Services Beach Operations Division General Fund budget to cover the expense. No new appropriation is required. Recommended Action: (A) Approve the content and location of the tribute as recommended by the Ad Hoc Robin Samsoe Committee and its placement in Pier Plaza; and, (B) Ask the Police Chief and/or Fire Chief to report on the steps being taken to try to prevent another tragedy of this nature. Alternative Action(s): Direct staff accordingly Analysis: On July 7, 2014, the City Council directed staff to work together with Council Members Carchio, Shaw, and Sullivan to form an Ad Hoc committee with the task of placing a bench or other significant memorial for Robin Samsoe. This tribute would be at city expense, in a very visible and prominent spot in Pier Plaza to both honor her memory and to serve as a constant reminder that Huntington Beach is determined to do everything possible to protect our children. Staff together with Ad Hoc Council committee members who served as liaisons to the Samsoe family had several meetings to determine the content and exact location for this tribute to Robin. It was suggested that a perpetual light, located at the top of the image of a lighthouse on the plaque would be a focal point of the tribute. Robin's family also expressed that an image of Robin should be included in the tribute. By consensus of the Ad Hoc committee, the attached plaque content, wording, and layout was agreed upon. The Samsoe family is in agreement with the concept as it was presented to them. They look forward to the installation and dedication of this tribute to Robin. Item 19. - 1 HB -422- Dept. ID CS 14-020 Page 2 of 2 Meeting Date: 9/2/2014 Staff will be taking steps to provide electrical power to the selected location and is working with the fabricator on the plaque itself. It is anticipated that installation will take place in early to mid October. In addition to the production and installation of the plaque, City Council directed that the public safety services of Huntington Beach (Police, Fire, and Marine Safety) provide a report to the City Council. The Police and/or Fire Chief are prepared to report on the steps that are being taken to try to prevent a repeat of this tragedy in the future. Environmental Status: Not applicable Strategic Plan Goal: Enhance quality of life Attachment(s): 1) Robin Samsoe Plaque Content 2) Location of Plaque in Pier Plaza uB -423- Item 19. - 2 -TAHMog�NT #1 C L For all that she inspired, may the memory of this precious child continue to shine brightly across i sand, sea and into the hearts of '� this caring community. � is - I -- - OIL n Mom JIM,% 1 Pacific Coast Highway CD El ___ - Pier Plaza 40... F � —0 25 50 Huntington City Beach City of Huntington Beach r,__.