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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Eric G. Parra, Interim City Manager
VIA: Travis K. Hopkins, Assistant City Manager
PREPARED BY: Grace Yoon-Taylor, Principal Management Analyst
Subiect:
Approve the extension of and fee modifications to the Hometown Heroes Banner Program
Statement of Issue:
Initiated by City Council action on May 16, 2011, the Hometown Heroes Banner Program is a joint
effort between the City and American Legion Post 133 to honor the contribution and sacrifice of
Huntington Beach's active duty military persons.
City Council is asked to consider continuing the Hometown Heroes Banner Program and give the City
Manager authority to make any future adjustments to the Program's banner fees, as needed.
Financial Impact:
No budget appropriation is requested at this time. The City Manager's Office manages the program,
and Public Works installs, maintains, and removes the banners at no cost to program applicants.
These costs are covered under each department's respective General Fund operating budgets:
Public Works labor costs: $108/banner (or $2,160 for 20 banners on average annually)
City Manager's Office staff costs: Nominal (4-8 hours of staff time per month)
In addition, program applicants pay a $160 fee for the wholesale cost of fabricating their banners at
no cost to the City. The fabrication is facilitated by American Legion Post 133, and applicants keep
the banners after their 1-year display period ends.
If the City Council continues the current program and fee structure, the City will also continue to
assume the City's management and labor/materials costs listed above. All other costs (banner
fabrication) will be supported by the applicants' banner fees.
Recommended Action:
A) Continue to assume the City's management and installation costs to administer the Hometown
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Heroes Banner Program; continue to charge the wholesale banner fee of$160 to qualified applicants
for the fabrication of new and replacement banners; and
B) Give the City Manager authority to make any adjustments to the Program's wholesale banner fee
to offset any future increase in fabrication costs in the future; the rate may be adjusted by the
Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate or up to the full, retail fabrication cost at that time.
Alternative Action(s):
A) Apply a different fee for new and replacement banners; give the City Manager authority to adjust
the Program's fee by the CPI rate or up to the full, retain fabrication cost to offset any future
increases; or
B) Do not approve any recommended action, and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
Initiated by Council action on May 16, 2011, the Hometown Heroes Banner Program is a joint effort
between the City and American Legion Post 133 to recognize and honor the contribution and sacrifice
of Huntington Beach's active duty military persons.
The first banners were installed before the July 4th Independence Day in 2011, and have since
received tremendous support from the community. A number of cities have instituted similar
programs including Fountain Valley, Irvine, Placentia, Santa Ana, and Torrance.
Since its inception, the program has honored 241 Huntington Beach residents actively serving in all
branches of the United States Armed Forces. Currently, the City displays 74 banners on Main Street
from Beach Blvd. to 6th Street and Yorktown from Main Street and Florida Street.
Each banner is displayed for one year, at which time it is returned to the banner sponsor. The banner
space is then replaced with another service member's banner. If there are no other applicants on the
waiting list, the City may extend the display beyond one year.
During the initial year in 2011, the estimated cost for customer banner fabrication, hardware, and
installation was $270 per each banner. On July 16, 2012, the City Council approved the continuation
of the initial Hometown Heroes Banner Program and a lower-cost renewal option of$140 for
replacement banners.
Today, the program fee is $160, which covers the wholesale banner fabrication cost by local printing
vendor, HB Digital. The fee payment check goes directly to American Legion Post 133, which
coordinates the fabrication with HB Digital. The City covers the remaining cost to coordinate the
program and install/maintain/remove the banners.
HB Digital indicated that it would continue offering their wholesale banner fabrication cost at $160
with no cost increase at this time. (The full retail price is approximately $245 per banner.) However,
should this change in the future, City Council is requested to authorize the City Manager to adjust the
fees by CPI or to an amount to cover up to the full cost of banner printing/production, should costs
increase in the future. Furthermore, should the City Council decide to continue this program as is, the
average annual cost to the City (for installation and staff time) is estimated to be approximately
$2,160 in General Funds.
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For comparison, the program fees in neighboring cities with similar programs are listed below:
City Fees to Applicants Length of Display Payable to:
City of Anaheim Currently on,hold due to a budget deficit.
City of Fountain Valley $0 (subsidized by the FVCF 1 Year Fountain Valley Community
Banner Sponsorship Program) Foundation (FVCF)
City of Huntington $160 per Banner 1 Year American Legion Post 133
Beach
City of Irvine $0 As long as service City
member is active.
City of Placentia $260 per Banner 2 Years City
City of Santa Ana $187 per Banner 1 Year City
City of Torrance $300 per Banner 1 Year City
Environmental Status:
This action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change
in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the
CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for
resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal 2 - Fiscal Stability, Strategy A - Consider new revenue sources and opportunities to support the
City's priority initiatives and projects.
Although this item is not directly related to this Strategic Strategy, this action considers the full cost
recovery for the existing program to reduce the City's reliance on General Fund.
For details, visit www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/strategicplan
<http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/strategieglan>.
Attachment(s):
1. RCA & Council Minute Action - July 16, 2012
2. Hometown Heroes Banners Program Brochure - Updated
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Councilil----Meeting Date: July 16, 2012 Depart nt ID Number: AD 12-013
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
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PREPARED BY: Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager
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SUBJECT: Approve the extension of and modifications to the Hometown Heroes
Banner Program
Statement of Issue: The City Council is asked to extend the Hometown Heroes banner
program that has been in place for one year and consider a lower cost renewal option.
Financial Impact: No city funds are used for this program. American Legion Post 133
collects the funds, pays for the banners and reimburses the Public Works department for
installation.
Recommended Action: Motion to:
A) Continue the Hometown Heroes Banner program as previously approved; and,
B) After the first year of display, offer a lower-cost renewal option of $140 for replacement
banners of the celebrated heroes with verification of continued active duty.
Alternative Action(s):
A) Retire each banner at its one-year anniversary of installation and collect full $270 for
replacement banners.
B) Leave the existing banners up until determined that the banners are no longer in good
condition and remove at that time.
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HB -79- Item 10. - 1
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 7/16/2012 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: AD 12-013
Analysis: The Hometown Heroes Banner Program was initiated by Council action on May
16, 2011. The first banners were installed before the July 4th holiday in 2011. The banners
have received tremendous support from the community and positive response from military
family participants. A number of cities have modeled similar programs after ours including
Fountain Valley, Westminster, and Torrance.
Since its inception, the program has honored seventy-four Huntington Beach residents
actively serving in all branches of the United States Armed Forces. Each banner costs $270
for custom banner fabrication, hardware and installation. As part of the initial action, the
program was designed to be year-round with applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
Banners shall be displayed fo a specified period of time before retired and given to the
military heroes' family. A provision was added to check the condition each banner at six
months to prevent tattered and worn banners. Therefore, each family was guaranteed display
of the banner for a minimum of six months and up to one year as indicated on the application
brochure. At six months, public works installers and program coordinators agreed to keep the
banners installed. The one year mark.has arrived and Council must give direction for how to
proceed with the program.
Staff recommends offering a lower-cost renewal option of $140 for families of the celebrated
heroes with verification of continued active duty for a new replacement banner. Any
discharged or retired heroes' banners will be retired. Staff will contact each banner sponsor
with a renewal notice at the one-year anniversary of the installation of the banner. At that
time, the sponsor will indicate whether their hero is still active duty and if they wish to renew.
If the sponsor chooses to renew, they will essentially order a new, duplicate banner to display
for one more year at a discounted rate. This will allow families to continue to honor active
duty Hometown Heroes. The renewal will also mitigate any concerns about wear and tear of
the current banners by replacing them. The cost of $140 includes custom banner fabrication
and installation. Since the hardware was previously purchased by the banner sponsor, it will
not need to be purchased again. The banner installed in 2011 will be removed and presented
to the family. If the hero is no longer active duty, he or she will no longer be eligible for the
program.
Alternatively, Council may choose to retire each banner at its one-year anniversary without
renewal option. In this case, a banner sponsor may purchase a new banner at full price to
continue honoring their active-duty hero. Or, Council may choose to leave up the current
banners until it is determined that the condition no longer suitable and instruct staff to
remove.
Environmental Status: N/A
Strategic Plan Goal: Improve the City's infrastructure
Attachment: None
Item 10. - 2 HB -80-
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• CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
gt�' City Council Interoffice Communication
To: Honorable City cil bers
From: Joe Carchio, , .',
Date: May 3, 2011
Subject: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE MAY 16, 2011, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING—ESTABLISH HUNTINGTON BEACH HOMETOWN HEROES
BANNER PROGRAM
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The City of Huntington Beach is committed to supporting our troops. According to published
demographic information, approximately 250 Huntington Beach residents currently serve in the U.S.
Armed Forces. Since 2005, over eighteen cities in Southern California have established programs to
install personalized banners displaying the person's name, branch of service and a photo on light
poles on major streets throughout the city to both celebrate and remind residents of their dedication
to our country. I am requesting that the City Council support the establishment of the Huntington
Beach Hometown Heroes Banner Program honoring these brave men and women in the City of
Huntington Beach.
This banner program is designed to honor our local military heroes who reside in the City of
Huntington Beach or have an immediate family member who resides in Huntington Beach. In order
to qualify, the hero to be displayed must be an active member of the United States Armed Forces
and must be a resident or, has an immediate family member who is sponsoring the banner and
resides in Huntington Beach (wife/husband, daughter/son, or granddaughter/grandson). Verification
of qualifications is required. This is an ongoing program; applications will be accepted year round.
Brochures with required information will be posted on the City's website. Banners shall be displayed
for a specified period of time, before being retired and given to the hero or the celebrated hero's
family. Possible streets under consideration are Main Street from Beach Blvd. to 6th Street and
Beach Blvd. from Pacific Coast Highway to Adams Ave. The cost of the banners and installation will
be covered by private funds and no City funds would be used for this program.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Direct staff to develop a policy and implement the Huntington Beach Hometown Heroes Banner
Program.
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Cc: Fred Wilson, City Manager
Paul Emery, Deputy City Manager
Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager
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Minutes
• City Council/Public Financing Authority
, City of Huntington Beach
Monday, July 16, 2012
4:00 PM - Room B-8
6:00 PM - Council Chambers •
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
An audio recording of the 4:00 PM portion of this meeting
and a video recording of the 6:00 PM portion of this meeting
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are archived at
www.surfcitv-hb.orb/aovernment/abendas/
4:00 PM - ROOM B-8
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Present: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3
Minute Time Limit)
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Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced receipt of
supplemental communications received by her office following distribution of the City Council
agenda packet: -
A PowerPoint communication submitted for Study Session Item No. by Lori Ann Farrell, Director
of Finance, dated July 16, 2012, entitled City of Huntington Beach Proposed Budget, Fiscal
Year 2012/2013.
STUDY SESSION
1. City Manager and City staff presented an overview of the City Manager's recommended
Proposed Fiscal Year 2012/13 Budget
Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, and Carol Molina Espinosa, Budget Manager, provided a
PowerPoint presentation dated July 16, 2012 and entitled City of Huntington Beach Proposed •
Budget Fiscal Year 2012/2013, that included titled slides: FY 2012/12 Proposed Budget
Presentation Overview, A Roadmap to Success -The Strategic Plan, FY 2012/2014 Proposed
Budget: An Overview, FY 2012/13 Proposed Budget,.FY 2012/13 General Fund Budget,
Enhance Economic Development, General Fund Expenditures, Highlights of Proposed
Reductions, Proposed Staff Reductions, City Council Memberships, Alternatives to Consider,
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Maintain Public Safety, Improve the City's Infrastructure, Financial Reserves, Strategic Use of
Reserves, Improve Long Term Financial Sustainability Reserve Balances (In Thousands),
Develop, Retain and Attract Quality Staff, Budget Calendar, and City of Huntington Beach
Proposed Budget Questions?
Councilmember Shaw and Director Farrell discussed how our public safety budget compares
with other cities.
Mayor Hansen and Director Farrell discussed the benefits of paying off the PARS pension
obligation to eliminate liability.
Director Farrell thanked members of the Finance Department for their work on the budget.
Councilmember Boardman and Director Farrell discussed establishing projected sales tax
revenue, projection comparison by year, and other revenues (property tax, transient occupancy
tax), and how they are delivered (monthly, quarterly, annually, etc.). Discussion ensued
regarding costs-associated with cutting certain positions in the City's table of organization, when
the economic uncertainties fund was established, and use of economic-uncertainties funds to
save positions anticipated for layoff.
Councilmember Carchio and Director Farrell discussed the value of employee PERS
concessions, anticipated cuts affecting City libraries, and library collection procedures.
Councilmember Carchio voiced concerns about reductions affecting the SWAT program.
Mayor Hansen and Director Farrell discussed policy in relation to use of economic uncertainties
fund monies.
Mayor Hansen proposed outsourcing the City's legal department, and solicited Council support
to direct the City Manager to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) document, with the City
Attorney to serve as Contract Administrator. Councilmember Boardman recalled a favorable
audit of City Attorney services, and Manager Wilson and Director Farrell discussed the types of
legal services currently being outsourced. Councilmember Boardman reminded Council how
the past City Attorney spent too much money on outsourced legal services.
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Councilmember Harper questioned the appropriateness of a Council vote on publishing an
RFQ. Deputy City Attorney Mike Vigliotta discussed Brown Act implications of and taking action
on a non-agendized issue. Mayor Hansen opined that outsourcing services falls within the
context of the budget discussion.
Councilmember Boardman opposed the amount of staff time needed to accomplish the task.
Councilmember Harper expressed support for an RFQ. Councilmember Shaw asked for past
expenses related to revising the Charter and evaluating the City Attorney's office, voicing
concerns about the presence of a political agenda. Councilmember Carchio disagreed with
Councilmember Shaw and voiced support to examine all options and issue an RFQ.
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer, Deputy City Attorney Mike Vigliotta and Director Farrell discussed
budget figures representing case load, and budget liability (claims).
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"Councilmember Bohr supported issuing an RFQ to identify potential cost savings. Mayor
Hansen opined that any and all departments should be considered for evaluation, and
discussed public opinion related to outsourcing police and fire services.
Councilmember Boardman reiterated her suggestion to use economic uncertainties funds to
help balance the budget and discussed what the Police Department will not be providing
because of budget cuts. Director Farrell described two identified scenarios (status quo and full
employee pick of PERS obligations).
Councilmember Carchio and Manager Wilson discussed issues surrounding services being •
delivered at the same level with fewer resources.
Councilmember Bohr discussed revenue realized from increased parking fees and enforcement.
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer and Director Farrell discussed the amount of funds appropriated in the
City Attorney's budget for outside legal services, including the emergency litigation fund.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
A motion was made by Carchio, second Dwyer to recess to Closed Session. The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: . . None
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CLOSED SESSION
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, the City Council recessed to Closed Session
to meet with its designated labor negotiators: Fred Wilson, City Manager; Paul Emery, Deputy
City Manager; Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager; Michele Carr, Director of Human Resources; and
Lori Ann Farrell, Director of Finance, regarding labor negotiations with MEO.
3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following,lawsuit: Parks Legal Defense
Fund v. The City of Huntington Beach; Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2012-
00570541. In this second lawsuit challenging the Senior Center, a public interest advocacy
organization alleges that the City violated CEQA, City Charter Section 612 (Measure C), and
City's General Plan in approving the Senior Center.
4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuits [and potential lawsuits]:
Walker v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2011-
00486324. Plaintiff was involved in an automobile accident with a City vehicle at the intersection
of Edinger Avenue and Gothard Street.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:02 PM
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY- None.
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July 16, 2012
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ROLL CALL
Present: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
Absent: None •
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Councilmember Connie Boardman
INVOCATION - Given by Reverend Peggy Price, Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Presentation - Mayor Hansen called forward the Huntington Beach Fast Pitch Girls Softball
League Coach Jon Gmur to introduce his 8 and Under (8U) Gold Team that had a 30 and 2
season and won 5 of 6 local tournaments: Mikayla Carman, Hailey Gmur, McKenna Pua, Briana
Gonzales, Sara Crespo, Cierra Escamillia, Bella Messina, Taylor Lane and Skylar Wallace.
Mayor Hansen called forward the Huntington Beach Fast Pitch Girls Softball League Coach
Scott Drake to introduce the 10U Gold Team who placed second in State finals, 3rd in District,
and qualified for"Nationals": Shayla Thomas, Allyson Fullbright, Megan Ryono, Kelli
Ryono, Malia Cockrell, Maddie Botts, Natalie Dorame; Katelyn Drake, Emily Gray, Reanna
Rudd, Helena Gonzales, Bella Gara, and Kamryn Petit. Players brought trading pins forward for
the Council.
Mayor Hansen called forward Coach Aimee Valley to introduce the 12U Gold Team who
took 3rd in District finals and qualified for"Nationals" in Salem, Oregon: Tyler
Frydman, Kendell Henscheid, Amanda Valle, Greta Wessel, Sarah Ferguson, Mikayla
Nieto, Stephanie Tsai, Kaylee Hammond, Danika McKee, Valerie Rudd, Ashley Drake,"and
Remi Davidson.
Presentation - Mayor Hansen presented a commendation to Dave and Margaret Carlberg for
their many years of service with the Amigos De Chica Bolsa and the Bolsa Chica Foundation.
Mayor's Award - Mayor Hansen called on Lia Hernandez, Senior Librarian, to present the •
Mayor's Award to Amy Crepeau, Family Literacy Program Specialist for the Oak View location,
Ms. Hernandez described Amy's service and contributions to the organization..
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution) •
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Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings"Act, City Clerk Joan Flynn announced supplemental
communications received•by her office following distribution of the City Council agenda packet:
Communications received for Councilmember Item No. 19 requesting staff to include analysis of
relocation of historic buildings designated to be demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue
as part of the Focused Environmental Impact Report (FEIR): Elaine Parker, Doug Erber,
Stacha Khatib, Jennifer M. Gates, Field Services Director of California Preservation Foundation,
Karen Kai, Cathy Inamasu, White J. & Marilyn L. Harris, Melvin Araki, Gloria Alvarez
Communications received for Councilmember Item No. 21 regarding an alternative proposal be
submitted to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) regarding the widening of the
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July 16, 2012
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405 freeway that would include no Toll Lanes: Christine Chapel, Harold Webster, Amy Shaw,
and Elias Flores. •
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Communications received for Councilmember Item No. 22 regarding the drafting of a Charter
Amendment that would be placed on the November 6, 2012 General Municipal Election Ballot
approving the sale of California State-Approved Fireworks: Elaine Parker, Mary Jo
Baretich, Dave Rollins, Francis VanderKallen and Maria Young.
Communication submitted on Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks by Paul Haussler, Huntington Beach Homeowners.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit)
(The number(hh:mm:ss)following speakers' comments indicates the approximate starting time
in the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb./org/government/agendas/).
Julie Bixby voiced opposition to Councilmember Item 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:27:23)
Mark Bixby spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:30:16)
Ted Mooers, Edison High School Football Booster Club, spoke in favor of Councilmember Item
No. 22- Charter Amendment for Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:31:54)
Troy Adlawan, Edison Aquatics Complex, spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 22-
Charter Amendment for Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:34:41) •
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Paul Haussler, representing Huntington Bay Homeowners'Association, spoke in opposition to
Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for Sale of California State-Approved
Fireworks, and distributed a communication to Council. (00:35:49)
Mayor Pro Tem Dwyer and Officer Reinhart discussed HOA's authority to prohibit firework use.
Joseph Lascola spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for
Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:39:03)
Mary Jo Baretich spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for
Sale of California.State-Approved Fireworks. (00:41:27) •
Walter Fernandez spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for
Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (00:44:04)
Vern Nelson Jr. spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 21 - Recommendation that OCTA
Pursue Alternatives One or Two for Widening of the 405 Freeway. (00:47:06)
Vicki Schlom spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 21 - Recommendation that OCTA
Pursue Alternatives One or Two for Widening of the 405 Freeway. (00:50:22)
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Gus Ayer spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 21 - Recommendation that OCTA Pursue
Alternatives One or Two for Widening of the 405 Freeway. (00:53:39)
Councilmember Harper recognized Mr. Ayer as a past mayor of Fountain Valley.
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Marselle Sloane, speaking;on behalf of Roz Freeman, spoke in favor of Councilmember Item
No. 21 - Recommendation'that OCTA Pursue Alternatives One or Two for Widening of the 405
Freeway. (00:57:07)
Mike Van Voorhis, Sunset Beach.Community Association, spoke in opposition to
Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of California State-Approved
Fireworks. (00:58:10)
Schelly Sustarsic spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 21 - Recommendation that OCTA
Pursue Alternatives One or Two for Widening of the 405 Freeway. (01:01:05)
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Diana Carey, Chair of the City of Westminster 1405 Freeway Committee, spoke regarding
Councilmember Item No. 21 - opposing OCTA's Alternative Three for the Widening of the 1405
Freeway. (01:04:09).
Mayor Hansen and Ms. Carey spoke about the largest property takes since the inception of the
project. Ms. Carey stated the item has moved from affecting residents, to now affecting
businesses.
Councilmember Harper and Ms. Casey discussed Westminster's support of a "build" alternative.
Tim Geddes spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale
of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:11:21)
Mary Urashima spoke in support of Councilmember Item No. 19 -Analysis of Relocation of
Historic Buildings Designated to be Demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue. (01:14:29)
Suzane Krol Boller, Allied Arts Board and Huntington Beach Art Center Foundation Board,
spoke regarding NEA (National Endowment of the Arts) and forming an endowment to preserve
the Art Center, and distributed information to Council. (01:17:43)
Ben and Laurie McCulloch spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter
Amendment for Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:21:00)
Kari Cozza spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:23:16)
Trent Cozza spoke in favor of Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:25:31)
John Earl spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:27:52)
Juana Mueller spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for
Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:30:46)
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Betsy Morris spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale
of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:32:05)
Jennifer Gates spoke in support of Councilmember Item No. 19 -Analysis of Relocation of
Historic Buildings Designated to be Demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue. (01:34:52)
Pam Vallot spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale of
California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:37:00)
Stacha Khatib spoke in support of Councilmember Item No. 19 -Analysis of Relocation of
Historic Buildings Designated to be Demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue. (01:40:05)
Linda Moon spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale
of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:41:03)
Randell James Costello spoke in favor of a skate park in Huntington Beach. (01:43:45)
Mayor Hansen asked Mr. Costello to fill out a blue card to gain information regarding the Vans
Skate Park planned in Huntington Beach.
Alison Goldenberg spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for
Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:47:34)
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Dann Gibb spoke in support of Councilmember Item.No. 19 -Analysis of Relocation of Historic
Buildings Designated to be Demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue. (01:48:27)
Jerry Berger spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22 - Charter Amendment for Sale
of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:49:57)
Brenda Calvillo spoke in opposition to Councilmember Item No. 22- Charter Amendment for
Sale of California State-Approved Fireworks. (01:53:09)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234
DISCLOSURE REPORTING
1. Approve Youth Board appointments/reappointments
A motion was made by Dwyer, second Harper to approve the reappointment of the following
students to a one-year term on the Huntington Beach Youth Board with terms to expire June
2013 as recommended by Council liaisons Devin Dwyer and Matthew Harper: Lindsey Thomas,
Edison High School Representative, Samantha Sharkoff, Huntington Beach High School Rep,
Quentin Cronk; Marina High School Representative, Gregory Welker, At-large Representative;
and, approve the appointment of the following students to a one-year term on the Huntington
Beach Youth Board with terms to expire June 2013 as recommended by Council liaisons Devin
Dwyer and Matthew Harper: Lily Falzon, Ocean View High School Representative, Emily Le, At-
large Representative, Elliot Lee, At-large Representative, Austin Smith, At-large Representative,
Monica Waldau, At-large Representative. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
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NOES: None
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer and Councilmember Boardman discussed the "Escape from the Landfill"
exhibit at the Huntington Beach Art Center, and recognized artists Joyce Dallal, Olga Lah and
Cynthia Minet.
Councilmember Boardman described participating in an informal panel discussion with Pegasus •
School students regarding plastic debris from beaches, and another regarding City green
initiatives.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT- None. •
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
2. Reported: Notice of Filed Cross Complaint: Michael Barber, et al. v. City of Huntington
Beach, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30-2011-00456720 (fall in Talbert Park)
Assistant City Attorney Mike Vigliotta reported that a first amended cross complaint was filed on
June 29th naming Spectrum Care Landscaping and Irrigation in the lawsuit Barber v. City of
Huntington Beach, Case No. 30-2011-00456720.
CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and adopt the minutes of the City
Council/Public Financing Authority Regular Meeting of June 18, 2012, as written and on file in
the Office of the City Clerk. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
4. Received and filed the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Update
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to receive and file the updated status of the Six-
Month Strategic Objectives. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
5. Adopted Resolution No. 2012-45 consolidating with the County the November 6, 2012
Election as it pertains to the Measure which amends the City Charter, Section 607 entitled Tax
Limits
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to adopt Resolution No. 2012-45, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California, Requesting the Board of
Supervisors of the County of Orange to Consolidate a General Municipal Election to be held on
Tuesday, November 6, 2012, with the Statewide General Election to be held on the date
pursuant to§ 10403 of the Elections Code."The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
6. Adopted Resolution No. 2012-48 accepting State Grant funds; authorized execution of a one-
year California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Grant Agreement in the
amount of$50,000; and approved appropriation and expenditure of funds on enforcing state
laws regulating the sales of alcohol
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize Chief of Police to
execute the State of California, Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant Assistance
Program Standard Agreement; and, adopt Resolution No. 2012-48, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Application for and Acceptance of Grant
Funds From the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and Authorizing
Execution of the Grant Agreement;" and, approve the appropriation of$50,000, which is to be
fully reimbursed by the-grant from the Department of Beverage Control; and, authorize the
expenditure of$50,000 for the authorized expenditures approved in the attached grant
agreement. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
7. Adopted Resolution No. 2012-47 confirming reports of cost for Weed Abatement on private
property within the City- 2012 Season
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to adopt Resolution No. 2012-47, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Confirming the Report of the Public Works
Director Regarding the Cost for Weed Abatement on Private Property Within the City for the
2012 Season;" and, direct that all charges listed thereon be certified to the Orange County
2012/13 Property Tax Roll. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
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8. Adopted Resolution No. 2012-49 approving the certification of Special Assessments for
delinquent Civil Fines for Municipal Code Violations
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to adopt Resolution No. 2012-49, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Certifying Special Assessments for Collecting
Delinquent Civil Fines for,Municipal Code Violations."The motion carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman-
NOES: None
9. Approved and authorized the City Manager to offer a $25,000 reward to the public for
information leading to the arrest and felony conviction of the person(s) responsible for the
attempted murder of two Huntington Beach Police Officers •
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A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize the City Manager to
expend $25,000 as a reward program based on witness information that leads to the arrest and
felony conviction of this crime. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio., Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
t10.Approved the,extension of and_modif cations to thervHometown Heroes:Banner Program
iCouncilmember Carchiorpullad the item to7adiscuss fee=options for renewal/banner replacement,
;and•the City's efforts to confirm soldiers wh estactiv
e duty. iDeputy City Manager Bob
Hall participated m the'discussion ____. __
Amotion was made byWCarchio, second Shaw to'continue the Hometown-Heroes`Banner,
program as previously approved, and, after the first year of display, offer a ilower-costrenewal
opt on of$140 for replacement lbariners(ofthe celebrated heroes,with verification.of continued
active duty The motion carried by the following rot callvote
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper,Hansen,(Carchio,tBMohr, and,Boardman
FNOES None
11. Approved of a City Council position on legislation, a regulation, or budget issues pending
before a federal, state, or regional government as recommended by the City Council •
Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC)
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to oppose AB 2231 (as amended)
(Fuentes/Padilla) -An act to amend Section 5611 of the Streets and Highways Code, relating to
sidewalks; and, oppose AB 904 (Skinner) -This bill could severely affect affordable housing and
parking conditions for neighborhoods, businesses and public facilities. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
12. Approved and authorized execution of a Cooperative Agreement with the County of Orange
accepting funding for Sunset Beach Roadway Improvements
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the "Cooperative Agreement Between County of Orange and City of
Huntington Beach for Funding of Sunset Beach Roadway Improvements in the County, of
Orange." The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
13. Approved Exhibit B of the Orange County Animal Care Services Contract for fiscal year
2012/2013
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute
the contract "Exhibit B to Agreement for Provision of OC Animal Care Services With City of
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Huntington Beach July 1, 2012 Through June 30, 2013," and, authorize the Chief of Police to
expend up to $619,436 for animal control services. The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
• AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
14. Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 to License Agreement between
the City and See Scopes for coin operated telescopes on the Pier •
• A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute "Amendment No. 1 to License Agreement Between the City of Huntington
Beach and See Scopes."The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman .
NOES: None
15. Approved and authorized execution of the Memorandum of Understanding.(MOU) between
the City and the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association extending the Annual Beach
Parking Pass incentive program another year (July 1, 2012-June 30, 2013)
A motion was made by Carchio, second Bohr to approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute "Memorandum Of Understanding Between the City of Huntington Beach and
the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association"to continue the Annual Beach Parking Pass
incentive program for an additional year. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Dwyer, Harper, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
16. Adopted Resolution No. 2012-50 consolidating with the County the November 6, 2012,
Election and proposing Ordinance No. 3953 to confirm that all taxes, assessments and property
related fees as set forth in the Ordinance apply to all residents, property owners and businesses
in the City
A motion was made by Dwyer, second Hansen to adopt Resolution No. 2012-50, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Submitting to the Qualified Electors of the
City at the November 6, 2012, General Municipal Election a Measure Related to the City's
Taxes, Assessments and Property Related Fees and Requesting the Board of Supervisors of
the County of Orange to Consolidate a General Municipal Election to be Held on Tuesday, •
November 6, 2012, with the Statewide General Election to be Held on the Date Pursuant to
Section 10403 of the Elections Code,"including Exhibit A, Ordinance No. 3953, "An Ordinance
of the City of Huntington Beach confirming`the imposition of taxes, assessments and property
related fees on all of its residents, business owners, transients, and property owners of the City
of Huntington Beach." The City Clerk read into the record the title of Ordinance 3953, and
Councilmembers Dwyer, Bohr and Carchio were selected to write arguments in favor of
the proposed measure. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Bohr, and Boardman
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NOES: None
OUT OF ROOM: Carchio
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
17. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 3954 capping the Retirement Property Tax at the
rate set for Fiscal Year 2012/13 to pay for pre-1978 Employee Retirement Benefits
• Assistant City Attorney Mike Vigliotta discussed methodology in adopting the proposed
Ordinance, and what would trigger Proposition 218 requirements.
A motion was made by Bohr, second Boardman to after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for
introduction Ordinance No. 3954, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Adding Chapter 3.07 Relating to Capping the Retirement
Property Tax at Fiscal Year 2012/13 Rates."
Councilmember Harper and staff discussed the sunset of the existing pension tax and whether
or not the City Council had authority to lower the tax.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: Harper, and Dwyer
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
18. Submitted by Councilmember Connie Boardman - Reconsideration of Construction Contract
#1397 awarded at the July 2, 2012 Council meeting regarding the rehabilitation of Main Street
due to concerns raised regarding the removal of trees as part of the project
Councilmember Boardman explained her intent to save a large eucalyptus tree growing within
the project area, and discussion ensued on how to accomplish that.
A motion was made by Boardman, second Harper to award Construction Contract in the amount
of$1,188,402.00 to All American Asphalt for the Main Street (Adams Avenue to Utica Avenue)
and the Garfield Avenue (Delaware Street to Beach Blvd.) Rehabilitation Projects, CC-1397),
amended to include a caveat that the large eucalyptus tree growing within the project be
preserved if there is no evidence of damage to homes. The motion carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardman
NOES: Hansen
19. Submitted by Councilmember Connie Boardman - Request staff to include analysis of
relocation of historic buildings designated to be demolished on Nichols Street at Warner Avenue
as part of the Focused Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for this project.
Councilmember Boardman presented a PowerPoint depicting history of the buildings, and as
liaison to the Historic Resources Board, shared her concerns about the lack of analysis to
consider relocation of the structure(s) proposed.for demolition, including moving them to City-
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owned land. Councilmember Carchio shared concerns about the property owner's ongoing
costs to store the structures at their current location, and suggested they be moved temporarily
to the Public Works yard.
Councilmember Harper thanked Councilmember Boardman for bringing the item forward
to explore ideas to place the structures on City property, and make the public aware of their
historical significance.
Councilmember Bohr and Planning and Building Director Scott Hess discussed how the EIR has
not been finalized, and why it isn't necessary to make decisions before the item goes as a public
hearing before the Planning Commission. Director Hess explained it was possible to direct that
temporary relocation of certain structures to a city property be included in the EIR. Senior
Planner Ricky Ramos elaborated on what the EIR/Initial Study will focus on, and also mentioned
that cost information had not yet been confirmed.
Jerry Moffett with Rainbow Environmental Services offered a timeline of discussion on
relocating the structures, indicated there was no solid interest to this point. He also discussed
cost estimates to restore damaged buildings.
Dick Harlow voiced support to relocate buildings, but not until the EIR receives City approval.
Councilmember Boardman and Mr. Moffett discussed what Rainbow Environmental Services
would allow regarding relocation of structures in the year following publication of the EIR.
Councilmember Boardman suggested a mitigation measure be added that would trigger
additional study if the EIR recommends demolition.
Councilmember Harper voiced support to relocate structures to city property, and attain
assistance from a reputable, third party or non-profit organization for restoration.
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer provided support for finalizing the EIR, and then have Council
become involved in the process.
Mayor Hansen expressed support for educating the Council and community about the historical
significance.of the property, but allow the EIR process to finish before making any other
substantial decision. He too called for other non-profit organizations to come forward and show
interest.
Councilmember Boardman and Mary Urashima discussed Council's ability to create an ad hoc
committee to raise funds for relocation.
A motion was made by Boardman, second Hansen to form an ad hoc committee that includes -
three Councilmembers (Shaw, Harper and Boardman) and interested individuals to participate
in the study of preserving and relocating the historical buildings designated to be demolished on
Nichols Street at Warner Avenue. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, Bohr, and Boardan
NOES: None
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20. Submitted by Councilmember Connie Boardman - Request Council consider a Ballot
Measure for November 2012 to increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax from 10% to 12.5%
Councilmember Boardman explained her intent to gain support for a ballot measure that would
increase the transient occupancy tax (TOT) from 10% to 12.5%. She discussed the anticipated
loss of funds should the property tax measure be approved, and provided a brief history related
to TOT collection, and what other cities collect.
Councilmember Bohr was not in favor of the request, and discussed how Southern California
conference planners consider room and tax rates when considering where to do offsite
business.
Councilmember Shaw expressed.support for increasing TOT to offset the loss of revenue
created by the property tax measure. He also voiced concerns about lack of funding to support
public safety services.•
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer concurred with Councilmember Bohr and his concerns about not being
competitive in the conference planning market. He also felt it would be inappropriate to raise •
taxes as an unstudied reimbursement for anticipated loss.
Councilmember Carchio expressed concerns about the timing of the request, and staying
competitive in the conference planning market. Councilmember Boardman explained the timing
is appropriate so the item can be placed on the November 6, 2012 ballot.
A motion was made by Boardman, second Shaw to direct staff to prepare necessary
documentation to place the item to increase Transient Occupancy Tax from 10% to 12.5% on
the November 2012 municipal election ballot. The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, and Boardman
NOES: Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, Carchio, and Bohr
21. Submitted by Councilmember Connie Boardman - Request Council recommend to the
Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board an alternative proposal for the widening
of the 405 freeway that includes no Toll Lanes
Councilmember Boardman discussed proposed alternatives to widening the 405 Freeway •
presented by OCTA representatives at a previous Council study session, and recommended
that the OCTA Board pursue Alternative One or Two, both of which do not include toll lanes.
Mayor Pro Tern Harper discussed why toll lanes comply with Federal guidelines and his support
for the addition of two lanes. He requested that the motion on the floor be amended to
specifically support Alternative 2.
Mayor Pro Dwyer provided support for Alternative Two.
Councilmember Bohr expressed support for keeping Alternative 3 an option, discussed the
amount of revenue toll lanes bring in.
Mayor Hansen recommended no action be taken at this time to consider additional information
that has not yet been presented. He discussed how Measure M, when presented to the voters,
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did not include information relative to Alternatives Two and Three. He also discussed the
project's potential impacts to neighboring cities, and the consensus reached among transit
planners that in order for any Alternative to be successful, it must exist in the current right-of-
way.
•
• Councilmember Harper voiced support for the infrastructure improvements identified in
Alternative Two, but concurred with Mayor Hansen's suggestion to table a decision.
Councilmember Shaw voiced concerns about bond issuance and where the funds will be
appropriated.
A motion was made by Boardman, second Harper to request that the City Council make a
recommendation to the OCTA Board that they pursue Alternative Two as described in the EIR
for the 405 improvements, amended to include this alternative expands the lanes by two
each way without the addition of toll lanes. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Shaw, Harper, Dwyer, and Boardman
NOES: Hansen, Carchio, and Bohr .
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22. Submitted by Mayor Hansen - Fireworks- Direct the City Attorney to draft a Charter
.Amendment to be placed on the November 2012 Ballot approving the sale of California State-
Approved Fireworks .
Mayor Hansen discussed the widespread opinion by those in favor of firework use in Huntington
• Beach. He opined that a majority of those uncomfortable with their use relate more to illegal,
rather than safe and sane fireworks, and his intent to put the decision in the hands of the
community:
Mayor Pro Tern Dwyer provided support for bringing the item to the voters, and shared his
observations of illegal firework use and how it should be considered separately.
Councilmember Boardman recognized non-profits being able to raise money through fireworks
sales, but also expressed concerns about reduced public safety resources, describing her
experience during a 4th of July holiday ride along with fire suppression teams. She opposed the
request, stating that Council would not be able to repeal a charter amendment.
Councilmember.Harper supported the proposal, expressed concerns that some of the complaint
calls to public safety officials may be politically motivated, and how fireworks will be used
regardless of whether or not their use is legalized.
While Councilmember Carchio supported the use of safe and sane fireworks, he felt the Council
should follow through with their pledge to citizens that a two-year pilot program be carried out
before placing a charter amendment on the ballot.
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Councilmember Shaw opposed the proposed Council initiative, and read a written statement
prepared by public safetystaff about how reduced resources cannot respond appropriately and
successfully meet safety obligations.
Councilmember Boardman opined that while the holiday seemed to present a smaller amount
of problems than in recent years due to cool weather and taking place mid week, the pilot
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program should be carried out to consider a more true experience.
Police Officer Russ Reinhart recognized budget cuts that have placed a burden on resources,
but stated the Police Department will always do their best to keep service levels acceptable. He
and Councilmember Bohr discussed complaint call volume, and how maximum deployment on
July 4 resulted in not enough Officers to respond to calls.
Fire Marshall Eric Engberg acknowledged problems and discussed how public safety on this
holiday continues to present challenges.
City Clerk Flynn reminded Council of election-related deadlines associated with successfully
placing the item on the November 6, 2012 ballot. A special meeting will be held on July 23 to
meet the deadlines.
A motion was made by Hansen, second Harper to direct the City Attorney to draft a Charter
Amendment to be placed on the November 6, 2012 Ballot that prohibits the City of Huntington
Beach from restricting the sale of California State-Approved Fireworks in any manner that would
be inconsistent with our currently approved policies and ordinances. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
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AYES: Harper, Dwyer, Hansen, and Bohr
NOES: Shaw, Carchio, and Boardman
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmembers Bohr and Harper reported attending DJM Capital's 'Topping Out BBQ" on
Tuesday, July 3; Mayor Hansen reported attending the NSSA National Championship on July
• 3; Councilmembers Harper, Dwyer and Boardman reported attending the Downtown Art Center
"Escape from the Landfill" event on July 14; all Council recognized the Fourth of July Board and
HB Explorers for a successful Independence Day; Councilmember Boardman wished Eileen
Murphy a happy 96th birthday; and, Councilmember Carchio recognized members of the
Kiwanis Club, Dave Simcox and Junior Lifeguards for a successful Pancake Breakfast.
ADJOURNMENT at 11:17 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of Monday, August 6,
2012, at 4:00 PM in Room B-8, Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntingt•n Beach, California.
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The designated honoree depicted on the banner must be an active duty member of the �',i, «,
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member of a current Huntington Beach resident (parent, sibling, spouse, registered
domestic partner, child, grandparent, and grandchild). �
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sponsor. A$160 fee is required for each banner application submitted. Fee includes ��'�
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the honoree. There must be no additional people or objects in the photo except , '
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First Name of Hometown Hero:
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responsibility that all information provided on this form is accurate and correct. „
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Mr.Amory Hanson
8102 Ellis Avenue
Apartment 121
Huntington Beach CA 92646
November 21, 2023
The Mayor of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach CA 92648
My Dear Mister Mayor,
I am writing to express my support for Item VIII.
Sincerely Yours,
Mr.Amory Hanson
CC:The Honorable Grace Vandermark
CC:The Honorable Rhonda Bolton
CC:The Honorable Patrick Burns
CC:The Honorable Daniel Kalmick
CC:The Honorable Casey McKeon
CC:The Honorable Natalie Moser
SUPPLEMENTAL
COMMUNICATION
11/21/2023
Ming Date:
Agenda Item No.; 8(23-928)
Council/Agency Meeting Held: 6
Deferred/Continued to:
�I Apprq. ed ❑ Conditionally Approved ❑ Denied
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Council Meeting Date: July 16, 2012
Depart nt ID Number: AD 12-013
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT: Approve the extension of and modifications to the Hometown Heroes
Banner Program
Statement of Issue: The City Council is asked to extend the Hometown Heroes banner
program that has been in place for one year and consider a lower cost renewal option.
Financial Impact: No city funds are used for this program. American Legion Post 133
collects the funds, pays for the banners and reimburses the Public Works department for
installation.
Recommended Action: Motion to:
A) Continue the Hometown Heroes Banner program as previously approved; and,
B) After the first year of display, offer a lower -cost renewal option of $140 for replacement
banners of the celebrated heroes with verification of continued active duty.
Alternative Action(s):
A) Retire each banner at its one-year anniversary of installation and collect full $270 for
replacement banners.
B) Leave the existing banners up until determined that the banners are no longer in good
condition and remove at that time.
xB -79- Item 10. - 1
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 7/16/2012 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: AD 12-013
Analysis: The Hometown Heroes Banner Program was initiated by Council action on May
16, 2011. The first banners were installed before the July 4th holiday in 2011. The banners
have received tremendous support from the community and positive response from military
family participants. A number of cities have modeled similar programs after ours including
Fountain Valley, Westminster, and Torrance.
Since its inception, the program has honored seventy-four Huntington Beach residents
actively serving in all branches of the United States Armed Forces. Each banner costs $270
for custom banner fabrication, hardware and installation. As part of the initial action, the
program was designed to be year-round with applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
Banners shall be displayed fo a specified period of time before retired and given to the
military heroes' family. A provision was added to check the condition each banner at six
months to prevent tattered and worn banners. Therefore, each family was guaranteed display
of the banner for a minimum of six months and up to one year as indicated on the application
brochure. At six months, public works installers and program coordinators agreed to keep the
banners installed. The one year mark has arrived and Council must give direction for how to
proceed with the program.
Staff recommends offering a lower -cost renewal option of $140 for families of the celebrated
heroes with verification of continued active duty for a new replacement banner. Any
discharged or retired heroes' banners will be retired. Staff will contact each banner sponsor
with a renewal notice at the one-year anniversary of the installation of the banner. At that
time, the sponsor will indicate whether their hero is still active duty and if they wish to renew.
If the sponsor chooses to renew, they will essentially order a new, duplicate banner to display
for one more year at a discounted rate. This will allow families to continue to honor active
duty Hometown Heroes. The renewal will also mitigate any concerns about wear and tear of
the current banners by replacing them. The cost of $140 includes custom banner fabrication
and installation. Since the hardware was previously purchased by the banner sponsor, it will
not need to be purchased again. The banner installed in 2011 will be removed and presented
to the family. If the hero is no longer active duty, he or she will no longer be eligible for the
program.
Alternatively, Council may choose to retire each banner at its one-year anniversary without
renewal option. In this case, a banner sponsor may purchase a new banner at full price to
continue honoring their active -duty hero. Or, Council may choose to leave up the current
banners until it is determined that the condition no longer suitable and instruct staff to
remove.
Environmental Status: N/A
Strategic Plan Goal: Improve the City's infrastructure
Attachment: None
Item 10. - 2 HB -80-
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
City Council Interoffice Communication
To: Honorable Cii
From: Joe Carchio,
ers
Date: May 3, 2011 U
Subject: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE MAY 16, 2011, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING — ESTABLISH HUNTINGTON BEACH HOMETOWN HEROES
BANNER PROGRAM
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The City of Huntington Beach is committed to supporting our troops. According to published
demographic information, approximately 250 Huntington Beach residents currently serve in the U.S.
Armed Forces. Since 2005, over eighteen cities in Southern California have established programs to
install personalized banners displaying the person's name, branch of service and a photo on light
poles on major streets throughout the city to both celebrate and remind residents of their dedication
to our country. I am requesting that the City Council support the establishment of the Huntington
Beach Hometown Heroes Banner Program honoring these brave men and women in the City of
Huntington Beach.
This banner program is designed to honor our local military heroes who reside in the City of
Huntington Beach or have an immediate family member who resides in Huntington Beach. In order
to qualify, the hero to be displayed must be an active member of the United States Armed Forces
and must be a resident or has an immediate family member who is sponsoring the banner and
resides in Huntington Beach (wife/husband, daughter/son, or granddaughter/ grandson). Verification
of qualifications is required. This is an ongoing program; applications will be accepted year round.
Brochures with required information will be posted on the City's website. Banners shall be displayed
for a specified period of time, before being retired and given to the hero or the celebrated hero's
family. Possible streets under consideration are Main Street from Beach Blvd. to 6th Street and
Beach Blvd. from Pacific Coast Highway to Adams Ave. The cost of the banners and installation will
be covered by private funds and no City funds would be used for this program.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Direct staff to develop a policy and implement the Huntington Beach Hometown Heroes Banner
Program.
JC:AW
Cc: Fred Wilson, City Manager
Paul Emery, Deputy City Manager
Bob Hall, Deputy City Manager
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