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F-2. (City Council) Request For Council Approval of Seven (7) Bolsa Chica
Coastal Act Issues (440.60)
Communication from the Community Development Director informing Council that
pursuant to Council direction, the Bolsa Chica Sub-committee and staff have
refined the City Council's Bolsa Chica principles to be consistent with Coastal Act
provisions as well as identified additional areas which the City Council should
pursue through the Coastal Commission's review of the Bolsa Chica Local Coastal
Program (1) Conservation Easement, (2) Mesa Top Buffer, (3) Wetland
Restoration Plan, (4) Mesa Top Roadway, (5) Cultural/Historical Memorialization,
(6) Compatibility with Existing Los Patos Development, (7) Product Type).
Recommended Action: Approve the seven (7) Coastal Act related issues on
the Bolsa Chica Land Plan as recommended by the City Council Sub-
committee on the Bolsa Chica and the staff [with a caveat that the
Council Committee and staff continue to met with
the Koll Company, Department of Fish and Game
and Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Amend map on page 11 of RCA to reflect that it is a city
map and that it is conceptual map.
Amend principle #7 by adding wording at the end of
paragraph as follows: "which is not less than 66.66%
single family units, as identified in the City of Huntington
Beach General Plan update."]
[Approved 7-0]
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F-3. (City Council) (Continued from 6/19/95) Hiring of Consultant to Assist City in
Coastal Commission Hearings - Bolsa Chica Local Coastal Program - Rose
& Kindal (Susan McCabe) (600.10)
Communication from the Community Development Director regarding the re-
issuance of the Request for Proposals for a Consultant to assist the city in
lobbying the California Coastal Commission to address the City's concerns
regarding the Land Use Plan for the Bolsa Chica.
Recommended Action:
1. Appropriate $25,000 from the General Fund for consultant services to assist
the City in Lobbying for its interests in the Bolsa Chica; and
2. Direct staff to negotiate with Susan McCabe, of Rose and Kindal, for
services to assist the City in addressing the City's Coastal Act related
issues with the Bolsa Chica Land Use Plan during the Coastal Commission
processing of the Bolsa Chica Local Coastal Program (LCP) in an amount
not to exceed $25,000, and return to City Council for action on a contract
on August 7, 1995.
[Approved 7-0]
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Bolsa Chica Sub-committee Recommendation:
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�The Bolsa Chica Sub-committee respectfully submits to the City a
report that summarizes their meetings since May 15, 1995, when the
City Council directed the sub-committee, with staff support, to identify
the Bolsa Chica issues that the city should pursue at the Coastal
Commission. The report is presented as items F2 and F3 of the
Agenda. The Sub-committee unanimously supports the
recommended action of both items, with the addition of the following
language, on page 4 of F-2: "which is not less than 66.66% single
family units, as identified in the City of Huntington Beach General Plan
update." Cn1s jv4vld Ae (;;� ONO(
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.� OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
CONNIE BROOKWAY,CITY CLERK
Comments to the Huntington Beach City Council, July 17th, 1995
by Chuck Nelson, President, Amigos de Bolsa Chica.
Mayor Leipzig and fellow council members .
My name is Chuck Nelson, and I am speaking to you tonight on behalf
of the Amigos de Bolsa Chica. The Amigos are addressing Agenda
item
For almost 20 years, the Amigos have led the community on issues
reagarding the Bolsa Chica Area. Over that period, the Amigos
have sheherded an idea that initially involved preservation for 528
acres of wetlands, to the plan now being reviewed by you, as
encapsulated by the County LCP, that provides for over 1100 acres
of restored wetlands and open space.
The increase in what the Amigos first sought, and the LCP, reflects
the Amigos and communities dedication to the Bolsa Chica wetlands .
The signficant preservation reflected in this plan demonstrates the
Amigos focus on the accomplishment of our mission statement, and
the Amigos ' willingness and ability to work through the system to
accomplish our goals .
In a few short months, it ' s very possible that all the Amigos set
out to accomplish those 20 years ago will be accomplished - that
being the preservation and restoration of the Bolsa Chica wetlands .
There still remain issues regarding this proposal that City staff
has capably addressed. The Amigos, as reflected in the statements
of Mrs . Housseal, Mrs. Morrison, and myself, are identifying our
position regarding the 7 identified city issues . I wish to address
the remaining issues .
The Amigos firmly believe that any wetlands restoration plan must
include adequate buffers and measures that provide habitat and
wildlife with protection from urban impacts . The Amigos have
closely examined this issue, We believe that the size type of
buffers should be determined by those most qualified. In this
case, the California the Department of Fish and Game, in
consultation with the Coastal Commission, should determine what
type of buffers are necessary.
A second issue that is covered by the city report is what we refer
to as the "memmorialization" issue, the recordation of the
significant cultural, historical, and archealofical artifacts
associated with the Bolsa Chica area. The need to take action on
this is reflected and aknowledged within the WRP of the LCP, and we
support the effort to document this rich history.
The final two issues are related - those being the city' s concerns
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regarding regarding the product type and density of residential
housing that will be built on the Bolsa Chica Mesa, specifically
that adjoing the already existing housing on Los Patos . This is an
issue that is far beyond the focus of the Amigos . However, we
believe there is still room for discussion on this . Further
planning and discussion is expected and advisable in this area.
One issue that most people are championing is the issue of a
restoration that is based upon the needs of the wetlands resource.
The city has aknowledged that the plan now referred to as the
"Coastal Conservancy Plan", with a tidal inlet restoring fresh
saltwater and bio-diversity of habitat, is scientifically the best
for the Bolsa Chica resource. It is interesting to note also that
this is the plan that emerged from the public plannning process .
We applaud city staffs support of this plan, as we believe it
promises the best restoration for Bolsa Chica
Along those lines, the Amigos have begun circulating a support
statement, that we have had great success having citizens sign at
our wetlands our public tours of the wetlands . This statement
essentially indicates that signatores agree with the concept of the
best wetlands restoration plan at Bolsa Chica, no matter who pays
for it, and they want the resource optimally restored.
This brings up the last issue. On the table is a proposal for the
purchase and restoration of the Bolsa Chica wetlands . The Amigos
have followed this development closely over the past months, and
have in fact been actively involved in both encouraging it, and in
sculpting a plan that provides for the greatest amount of public
input possible. Should the plan move forward, the Amigos will
continue to strive for a restoration plan with signmificant public
input that arrives at a restoration plan similar to the Coastal
Conservancy plan.
Should this proposal not reach fruition, then the Amigos will
continue to stand by the elements of the Bolsa Chica Coalition
Concept plan, which provide for significant wetlands preservation
and restoration.
In the LA times this morning, and editorial warned the public about
the dire consequences for wetlands that could confront wetlands if
legislation currently proposed is passed. It even mentioned the
Bolsa Chica wetlands as an area that could be significantly
affected should the legislation be passed.
Fortunately, due to the journeywork of the Amigos de Bolsa Chica,
an agreement is in place that will guarantee wetlands preservation
and protection, even if other proposals fall through and this
legislation passes .
As we have for the past 20 years, the Amigos will continue to work
toward the ultimate accomplishment of our goal - the preservation
and restoration of the Bolsa Chica wetlands .
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Good evening, my name is MaryEllen Houseal, I have lived in Huntington Beach for
"0 years.
As a past president of the Amigos de Bolsa Chica. I am speaking tonight to give you
background information on item
Formed in 1976, the Amigos have been the stewards of the Bolsa Chica for nearly 20
years. We are dedicated to informing the public and our elected officials to the value
of protecting and restoring the Bolsa Chica Wetlands.
Through the years we have been essential in seeing the acreage set aside for wetlands
grow from 300 acres, to 600, to the once approved marina plan with 915 acres, to the
1989 Coalition Plan which provides for 1100 acres of wetlands and open space. At
the same time we have been instrumental in seeing the housing units decline from the
high figure of 11,000 to 7,200 to 5,700 to 4,800 to the current plan of 3300.
As you may recall, the Amigos sustained a lawsuit for nearly 10 years - which
resulted in an out-of-court settlement and the Amigos receiving reimbursement for our
legal expenses.
During my term as president nearly 10 years ago, and with every succeeding
president, the Amigos have met with port officials to explore the possibility of the
ports acquiring and restoring the Bolsa Chica wetlands for mitigation needed by
expanding the port's facilities. The Amigos are reviewing the current federal/port plan
and are looking forward to the opportunity to have public input on the type of
restoration plan being proposed.
In closing, the Amigos remain committed to educating the public and to working
within the law to assure that the Bolsa Chica Wetlands are finally preserved and
restored for future generations
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Thank you, AND MADE A PART OF THE RECto D f�Ts
THE COUNCIL MEETING OF 0-1�-
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
CONNIE BROOKWAY,CITY CLERK
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Council Meeting Date: July 17, 1995 Department ID Number: CD95-33
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
SUBMITTED BY: MICHAEL T. UBERUAGA, City Administr l�s
PREPARED BY: MELANIE S. FALCON, Director of Community Development �tC
SUBJECT: Bolsa Chica -- Coastal Act Issues
Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action,Analysis,Environmental Stat V004
chment(s)
Statement of Issue: On May 15, 1995, the City Council directed staff to work with the City H° it
Council Sub-committee on the Bolsa Chica to identify the Bolsa Chica issues that the City 6�_Allkl I
should pursue at the Coastal Commission. The Bolsa Chica Sub-committee and staff A44-
identified and refined the City Council's Bolsa Chica principles which are consistent with
Coastal Act provisions, and should be pursued by the City during the Coastal Commission's
review of the Bolsa Chica Local Coastal Program. Staff and the sub-committee believe that
these are the significant coastal issues which the City should focus upon in its efforts to,r�ay�-g
have its concerns addressed in the Coastal Commission's action on the Bolsa Chica LCP. ;za"/L,
Funding Source: Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
A motion to�:
"Approve the seven (7) Coastal Act related issues on the Bolsa Chica Land Plan as
recommended by the City Council Sub-committee and staff."
Alternative Action(s):
Modify the recommended Coastal Act related issues. j
REQ*ST FOR COUNCIL ACTION •
MEETING DATE: July 17, 1995 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER:
Analysis:
On May 15, 1995, the City Council directed staff to work with the City Council Sub-
committee on the Bolsa Chica to identify the Bolsa Chica issues that the City should pursue
at the Coastal Commission. On June 19, 1995, the City Council continued action on the
hiring of a consultant to assist the City in lobbying the California Coastal Commission to
address the City's concerns with regard to the Land Use Plan for the Bolsa Chica and
directed staff to return to Council with a recommendation on the City's Coastal Act related
Bolsa Chica issues and the consultant selection on July 17, 1995. (Note: Action on the
hiring of a consultant is being addressed under a separate agenda item.)
Coastal Act Related Bolsa Chica Issues
The City Council Sub-committee on the Bolsa Chica has met during the last six weeks to
formulate and finalize its recommendation on the Bolsa Chica issues which should be
pursued at the Coastal Commission. Recognizing that the Coastal Commission will only
address those issues which fall under the Coastal Act, the Sub-committee began with the
City Council's 17 Bolsa Chica principles (adopted on November 7, 1994) and focused on the
issues which were Coastal Act related. Through this process the Sub-committee further
identified the following seven (7) issues which it recommends that the City pursue at the
Coastal Commission.
1. Conservation Easement. The Sub-committee and staff recommend that the City
pursue placement of a conservation easement over the restoration area to protect it
from future use as anything other than wetland restoration uses. Staff has met with
Coastal Commission staff who have also expressed concern that the mesa could be
developed and the lowland sold off to another owner who could apply for a zone
change to allow future development. The Sub-committee and staff believe that the
application of a conservation easement would provide greater protection for the area
than the conservation land use designation and zoning. The Sub-committee also
recommends that the conservation easement be required under all lowland scenarios--
including: (1) if Federal permits are granted and the lowland is developed; (2) if
Federal permits are not sought, (3) if Federal permits are sought, but not granted; or
(4) if the property is acquired by a Federal agency. This recommendation is consistent
with the Bolsa Chica Coalition plan, and is also being pursued by the Amigos de Bolsa
Chica.
2. Mesa Top Buffer. The Sub-committee and staff recommend that the City pursue
incorporation of an open space buffer, on top of the mesa (along the bluff edge). The
mesa top buffer would protect the bluff and wetlands restoration area from the areas
designated for development. The buffer should be of sufficient width to accommodate
passive recreational uses, such as bicycle and/or pedestrian trails, benches and vista
overlooks, (similar to those planned for the Harriet Wieder Regional Park which runs,
parallel to the Bolsa Chica Mesa, along the length of the Huntington Mesa at the
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southern most edge of the Bolsa Chica area), as well as an area for memorialization of
the historical and cultural resources found in the Bolsa Chica. Discussion of the type
of memorialization has been provided under#5.
3. Wetland Restoration Plan, The Sub-committee and staff recommend that the City
support the restoration plan proposed in the LCP. The Sub-committee and staff have
heard presentations by Michael Josselyn, the creator of the plan in the LCP, Sharon
Lockhart, an expert in wetland restoration issues, and Counsel to the Amigos de Bolsa
Chica. After listening to the presentations and discussions with the presenters, they
concluded that the proposed restoration plan is a well-balanced plan which provides a
valuable combination of habitats and will provide winter eco-tourism opportunities to
the City.
In keeping with the City's original 17 principles, the Sub-committee also recommends
that implementation of the restoration plan be careful to ensure that the tidal inlet is
designed in a manner which will not have a negative impact to the beach, public
recreation or be detrimental to public safety, health or welfare; that site planning of
open space, parks, trails, ecological reserves or other open space amenities the plan
should also maintain the relationship between mesa upland and lowland areas; and
that the natural topography of the mesa and bluff faces need to be maintained by the
limiting of grading, terracing or other similar methods.
4. Mesa Top Roadway. The Sub-committee and staff recommend that the City pursue
incorporation of roadway which runs along the recommended buffer (see issue #2) and
separates the buffer from development areas. The mesa roadway would serve as a
distinct boundary between areas designated for development and public open space
areas. It will provide public access opportunities to public open space areas while
providing additional separation from development and protection to the wetland
restoration area. (See Attachment No. 2 Conceptual Alignment of the Alternative Mesa
Top Roadway.)
5. Cultural/Historical Memorialization. The Bolsa Chica area has a history of use by
Native Americans, Oil production, and World War II bunkers. Sub-committee and staff
recommend that the City pursue memorialization of the cultural and historical resources
found in the Bolsa Chica. They recommend that memorialization be provided through
interpretive signage and displays which depict the Bolsa Chica's history of oil
production, use by Native Americans and the significance of the site during World War
II; these elements should be incorporated into vista overlooks and small kiosks
provided along the buffer.
6. Compatibility with Existing Los Palos Development. The proposed development
does not mirror the density and scale of existing residential neighborhoods which are
immediately adjacent to the Bolsa Chica. Although development standard issues are
considered local planning issues and are typically not addressed by the Coastal
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Commission, staff believes that areas of the LCP, adjacent to the City, should consist
of the same type of development that is located in the City. Therefore, the staff
recommends that the City continue to pursue this issue in general terms; staff
recommends that the City request that the Coastal Commission amend the plan to
designate the Bolsa Chica areas, adjacent to the City, specifically along Los Patos
Avenue, to a compatible land use and zoning that is of similar density, type and scale
to existing development.
7. _Product Type. The LCP is not specific enough to determine the percentage of single
and multi-family units proposed for development. Development of the Bolsa Chica
should be compatible with the City of Huntington Beach. The Sub-committee and staff
recommend that the City request that the LCP reflect the same percentage of single
and multi-family units that exists in the immediate project vicinity.
Sub-committee and the staff believe that the above issues are significant Coastal related
issues associated with the Bolsa Chica and that they are consistent with the City Council's
original 17 principles. (For the City Council's information, a matrix comparing the 17
principles with the Sub-committee and staffs Coastal Act issues has been provided in
Attachment No. 1. The matrix also provides the status of on Coastal related issues identified
in the principles). The Sub-committee and staff recommend that the City focus its efforts on
addressing the above seven (7) issues at the Coastal Commission.
Environmental Status: The above action does not constitute a project, as defined under
section 15378, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines and,
therefore, is not subject to CEQA processing.
Attachment(s):
City Clerk's
Page Number
1 Matrix of the City Council's 17 Principles and the Coastal Act Issues
2 City of Huntington Beach Alternative Mesa Top Roadway (Conceptual
Alignment)
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ATTACHMENT 1
Attachment No. 1
Comparison of the City Council Bolsa Chica Principles and Coastal Act Issues
The following matrix is a comparison of the 17 Bolsa Chica Principles, adopted by the City Council on November 7, 1994, and the Sub-committee
and staffs recommended Coastal Act related issues The matrix identifies which of the 17 principles are Coastal Act related issues and how those
principles have been incorporated into the 7 issues before the City Council for approval. (Principles which are reflected in the Coastal Act issues
have been highlighted in gray). Also provided for the City Council's information (in italics) is the status of other issues identified in the principles.
City Council Bolsa Chica Principles
(approved November 7, 1994 Coastal Act Issue
1. The Bolsa Chica project should be a financial benefit to the City of Huntington Not applicable. Fiscal issues are considered are not Coastal Act related issues,but
Beach. Any development plan for the Bolsa Chica must articulate how Fire, local issues, and will not be addressed by the Coastal Commission.
Police,Recreation and Library service delivery to Bolsa Chica over the next 20
years will be accomplished. Services should be delivered with the least cost to The City is working with Koll Real Estate Group and the County of Orange to
Bolsa Chica residents and the least impact to the citizens of Huntington Beach. formulate agreements to cover the City's capital and operating costs for providing
library and fire service to the Bolsa Chica.
The County Sheriff has indicated that they are not interested in contracting with the
City to provide Police service to the Bolsa Chica and are unwilling to discuss the
issue any further. Staff is continuing to look into other means for recovery of funds
potentially expended for police service to the Bolsa Chica.
The Community Service Department has determined that park and recreational
facilities provided by the Bolsa Chica project will offset impacts to the City park
system, by providing additional recreational facilities and amenities that will also be
available to the City's residents.
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4. The Bolsa Chica project should not exceed the City's infrastructure and service Not applicable. As long as it can be demonstated that essential services can be
capacity for: provided to the Bolsa Chica,the Coastal Commission will not take a position on how
they should be provided. The EIR demonstrated that adequate services can be
streets provided to the development;therefore,the Coastal Commission will not address this
water issue.
public safety
libraries The Public Works Department has determined that the project's contribution towar
schools its fair share of traffic improvements is an acceptable means for mitigating the
parks/recreation project's traffic impacts on City streets.
sewerage
cultural activities Water and Sewer service issues are not Coastal Act issues and have not yet been
other city services discussed; these issues will be addressed after Coastal Commission action.
The status of Public Safety(i.e., Fire and Police Service), Library, including cultural
services, and Parks/Recreation service issues)has been discussed above, under
principle#L
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corporated into vista overlooks
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City Council Principles
(approved November 7, 1994 Coastal Act Issue
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13. The Bolsa Chica project should be designed as if it would ultimately be annexed Not applicable. This is not a Coastal Act related issue. However,many of the issues
to the City of Huntington Beach. raised by the Sub-committee indirectly address designing a project that will be
compatible with the City, if the property is annexed.
14. Once the LCP and Development Agreement have been approved,the City should Not applicable. The authority to perform plancheck services and issue ministerial
be responsible for building plan review,approval, inspection services and other permits is not considered a Coastal Act related issues and will not be addressed by the
"permit processing" aspects of implementing project entitlements. The City Coastal Commission.
should also be responsible for the collection of fees to cover the costs of such
services. Review of the processing time and fee schedules for the City and County plancheck
and permitting services revealed that the City:s fees are significantly higher. County
staff indicated that based upon the Board of Supervisors past actions, they would not
be in support of the City providing these services as the City's higher fees are likely
to increase the cost of housing.
15. The Wintersburg Flood Control Channel should be improved in order to provide Not an issue. This is proposed as part of the LCP.
an enhanced drainage stem and flood control.
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e Sub committ e has a1so into 0rated ihis 1an a einto iis tecom ndat
: : eealt a wetlands restoration plan. (See issue#3 0f 7/17/95 RCA).
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17. The Bolsa Chica project should be designed to minimize all risks from seismic The Coastal Commission will rely on the County's approval of the Environmental
conditions. Impact Report to determine if the project complies with state seismic regulations.
ATTACHMENT 2
City of Huntington Beach
Alternative Mesa Top Roadway
(Conceptual Alignment)
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REQUEST FOR LATE SUBMITTAL OF RCA
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Department: ('�, �1/ ��'''�' TitleFM
Council Meeting Date: 7 7 95 Date of This Request:
REASON (Why is this RCA being submitted late?): Tutl2gbt of bm2c± ,s +0
E501sn- CkILZ rr„ 's m
mi N A- did obt l a
—file r-,& it
EXPLANATION (Why is this RCA necessary to this agenda?):
an -t-his `7• i 7
CONSEQUENCES How shall delay of this RCA adversely impact the City?):
+ 15
Signature: O-Approved O Denied O Approved O Denied
Initials
Required
Departrtfent Head a Silver Michael Uberua a
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Request for Late Submittal
Requests for Council Action (RCA's) are due and considered late after
the City Administrator's deadline which is 5:00 P.M. Wednesday ten
days prior to the Council meeting at which the item is to be heard. This
deadline reflects the time needed prior to Agenda Review for
Administration staff and the City Administrator to review all RCA's and
their support material prior to forwarding them to the City Clerk for
,placement on the preliminary agenda. It also provides time for the City
Clerk's office to review the item and add proper wording for the item to
the preliminary agenda for discussion at Agenda Review the following
Monday.
The Request for Late Submittal form provides a vehicle for RCA's to be
submitted after the Wednesday, deadline when there are extenuating
circumstances which delayed the item and when action on the item is
necessary at the upcoming Council meeting.
Late items can agendized only with signed authorization on the Request
for Late Submittal form by the Assistant City Administrator or the City
Administrator.
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RCA ROUTING SHEET
INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Community Development
SUBJECT: Bolsa Chica -- Coastal Act Issues (Continued
from June 19, 1995
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: July 17, 1995
RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS
Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable
Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable
Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Not Applicable
Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable)
(Signed in full by the City Attorney) Not Applicable
Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc.
(Appoved as to form by City Attome Not Applicable
Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Not Applicable
Financial Impact Statement (Unbudget, over $5,000) Not Applicable
Bonds (If applicable) Not Applicable
Staff Report (If applicable) Not Applicable
Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Not Applicable
Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Not Applicable
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EXPLANATION FOR MISS! G ATTACHMENTS
REVIEWED RETURNED. FORWARDED
Administrative Staff
Assistant City Administrator Initial
City Administrator Initial
City Clerk
EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM:
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City Council Members Ja 1 � ,V
2000 N. Main ? j
H.B. CA 92648
July 17,1995
As a resident of H.B. and having attended every meeting of
the City Council ' s sub-committee on Bolsa Chica. I know you are
as cognizant of the City's predicament as I am.
The City of H.B. which is being treated shabbily by the
County and Koll had 17 principles. The 4th principle said : "The
Bolsa Chica project should not exceed the City's infrastructure
and service capacity. " .streets-, water-, public safety-,
libraries-, schools-, public recreation-, sewerage-, cultural
activities, other city services.
The committee says of principle #4. " Not applicable. As
long as it can be demonstrated that essential services can be
provided to the Bolsa Chica the Coastal Commission will not take
a position on how they should be provided. The EIR demonstrated
that adequate services can be provided to the development,
therefore the Coastal Commission will not address this issue. "
The environmental groups: Bolsa Chica Land Trust, Huntington
Beach Tomorrow, Sierra Club Bolsa Chica Task Force, plus the
Gabrielino-Shoshone Nation and the City of Seal Beach all have a
law suit against the County for an EIR that violated CEQA. The
School Districts of H.B. also have a law suit against the County.
Is that proof that" these services are provided to the Bolsa
Chica?"
Koll cancelled two meetings to appear before the sub-
committee to which they were invited to present their project.
Then sent a letter to the Committee saying they were denied due
process. Is there no end to their duplicity?.
The wetlands are in the process of being saved by the
Ports.
With the Development Agreement approved,the Coastal
commission will likely approve the project, then it goes back to
the County who will approve. If we as a City don' t protect
ourselves by saying loud and clear : "this project is wrong for
Huntington Beach. #4 is applicable. The services have not been
demonstrated to be provided"
I urge you to stand up for the City and stay the course with
#4.
Sincerely,
Eileen Murphy
201 21st Street
H.B. CA 92648
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